Common Council

CITY OF MONROE COMMON COUNCIL MINUTES DATE: MONDAY, APRIL 20, 2026 TIME: 6:30 PM PLACE: CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS - 1110 18TH AVE A. CALL TO ORDER The Common Council meeting was called to order by Mayor Douglas at 6:30 PM on Monday, April 20, 2026. B. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE C. ROLL CALL Present in person were Mayor Donna Douglas, Richard Thoman, Tom Miller, Lynne Kleven, Heidi Treuthardt, Corinne Wartenweiler, Matt Sheaffer, Craig Franke, Dylan McGuire, and Christopher Vestin. D. CORRECTION OF MINUTES - APRIL 6, 2026 The minutes for April 20, 2026, were accepted as presented. E. PRESENTATIONS OF PETITIONS AND COMMUNICATION F. BUSINESS BY MAYOR Mayor Douglas read her memo expressing her gratitude and pride in the City, and thanked the community and staff. 1. Arbor Day Proclamation Mayor Douglas read a proclamation designating April 24 as Arbor Day in the City of Monroe. G. APPEARANCES BY THE PUBLIC 1. Appearance by Citizens Dave Mosher, 2428 5th Street, addressed the Council. 2. Appearance by Property/Business Owners with the City of Monroe of Their Authorized Agents H. CONSENT AGENDA 1. Misc Licenses 2. Claims List A motion was made by Miller, seconded by Kleven, to approve the consent agenda. The motion passed 9-0, by the following vote: AYES:Richard Thoman, Tom Miller, Lynne Kleven, Heidi Treuthardt, Corinne Wartenweiler, Matt Sheaffer, Craig Franke, Dylan McGuire, Christopher Vestin NOES:None ABSENT:None ABSTAINED: None I. COMMENTS/QUESTIONS ON TREASURER'S REPORT 1. Treasurer's Report The treasurer's report was accepted as presented. J. PUBLIC SAFETY COMMITTEE 1. Resolution Approving Special Event Permits: Main Street Monroe's Outdoor Farmer's Market & City of Monroe's Night Market and Pocket Park Opening Ceremony A motion was made by Sheaffer, seconded by Kleven, to approve the resolution. The motion passed 9-0, by the following vote: AYES:Richard Thoman, Tom Miller, Lynne Kleven, Heidi Treuthardt, Corinne Wartenweiler, Matt Sheaffer, Craig Franke, Dylan McGuire, Christopher Vestin NOES:None ABSENT:None ABSTAINED: None K. LICENSE COMMITTEE 1. Resolution Approving the Temporary "Class B" Fermented Malt Beverage and Wine License and Beer Garden Application for GCDC in Conjunction with City of Monroe's  Pocket Park Opening Ceremony & Night Market Event A motion was made by Kleven, seconded by Vestin, to approve the resolution. The motion passed 8-1, by the following vote: AYES: Richard Thoman, Tom Miller, Lynne Kleven, Heidi Treuthardt, Matt Sheaffer, Craig Franke, Dylan McGuire, Christopher Vestin NOES: Corinne Wartenweiler ABSENT: None ABSTAINED: None L. PLAN COMMISSION 1. Ordinance Approving Change of Zoning Map Amendment for Bader-Spidahl - Parcel 23251 5040.000 for vacant lots 7-11, 13-14, 18-38, and 49-56, from Neighborhood Mixed Use (NMU) to One and Two Family Residential (TR-10) Administrator Rindy provided a summary explaining the proposed zoning change for Richland Heights. A motion was made by Sheaffer, seconded by Franke, to approve the ordinance. The motion passed 9-0, by the following vote: AYES:Richard Thoman, Tom Miller, Lynne Kleven, Heidi Treuthardt, Corinne Wartenweiler, Matt Sheaffer, Craig Franke, Dylan McGuire, Christopher Vestin NOES:None ABSENT:None ABSTAINED: None M. BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS 1. Resolution Approving Contract with Rock Road Companies, Inc. for 13th Street and 31st Avenue Intersection Reconstruction A motion was made by Miller, seconded by Sheaffer, to approve the resolution. The motion passed 9-0, by the following vote: AYES:Richard Thoman, Tom Miller, Lynne Kleven, Heidi Treuthardt, Corinne Wartenweiler, Matt Sheaffer, Craig Franke, Dylan McGuire, Christopher Vestin NOES:None ABSENT:None ABSTAINED: None N. JUDICIARY AND ORDINANCE REVEIW COMMITTEE  1. Hold Public Hearing and Approval of Ordinance Repealing and Recreating Section 3-4-1 and 3-4-9, and Creating Section 3-4-10 of the Monroe City Code: Sale of Fermented Malt Beverages by City Employees in City Parks The public hearing was opened. Robert Carlson (N4801 Dutch Hollow Rd), Sonja Gilbertson (2121 4th St, Apt 19), Dennis Nelson (1403 17th Ave), and Anna Anderson (N3168 Forest Prairie Park) spoke. The public hearing was then closed. There was discussion among the Council regarding the pros and cons of allowing alcohol sales in City parks. The proposal is intended as a trial to determine whether sales would benefit concert attendance at the Bandshell; however, ordinances would need to be in place to allow such sales. Alder Vestin suggested limiting the option to Twining Park only. A motion was made by Vestin, seconded by Sheaffer, to amend the ordinance to only allow the sale of fermented beverages in Twining Park only. The motion passed 7-2, by the following vote: AYES:Tom Miller, Lynne Kleven, Heidi Treuthardt, Matt Sheaffer, Craig Franke, Dylan McGuire, Christopher Vestin NOES:Richard Thoman, Corinne Wartenweiler ABSENT:None ABSTAINED: None A motion was made by Miller, seconded by McGuire, to approve the amended ordinance. The motion passed 7-2, by the following vote: AYES:Richard Thoman, Lynne Kleven, Heidi Treuthardt, Matt Sheaffer, Craig Franke, Dylan McGuire, Christopher Vestin NOES:Tom Miller, Corinne Wartenweiler ABSENT:None ABSTAINED: None O. FINANCE AND TAXATION COMMITTEE 1. BUSINESS CLOSED: 19.85(E) Deliberating or negotiating the purchasing of public properties, the investing of public funds, or conducting other specified public business, whenever competitive or bargaining reasons require a closed session: CONSIDERATION OF LETTER OF INTEREST TO PURCHASE CITY PROPERTY - 5-ACRE PARCEL IN THE NORTH INDUSTRIAL PARK A motion was made by Kleven, seconded by Sheaffer, to entered closed session at 7:33 PM. The motion passed 9-0, by the following vote: AYES:Richard Thoman, Tom Miller, Lynne Kleven, Heidi Treuthardt, Corinne Wartenweiler, Matt Sheaffer, Craig Franke, Dylan McGuire, Christopher Vestin NOES:None ABSENT:None ABSTAINED: None  A motion was made by Miller, seconded by Franke, to return from closed session at 7:45 PM. The motion passed 9-0, by the following vote: AYES: Richard Thoman, Tom Miller, Lynne Kleven, Heidi Treuthardt, Corinne Wartenweiler, Matt Sheaffer, Craig Franke, Dylan McGuire, Christopher Vestin NOES: None ABSENT: None ABSTAINED: None 2. BUSINESS OPEN: Resolution Approving Offer to Purchase City of Property 5-Acre Parcel in the North Industrial Park A motion was made by Sheaffer, seconded by Franke, to approve the resolution. The motion passed 9-0, by the following vote: AYES:Richard Thoman, Tom Miller, Lynne Kleven, Heidi Treuthardt, Corinne Wartenweiler, Matt Sheaffer, Craig Franke, Dylan McGuire, Christopher Vestin NOES:None ABSENT:None ABSTAINED: None P. BUSINESS PRESENTED BY ALDERPERSONS 1. Special Committee Report Outs Alder Kleven: Requested an update to the City’s non-smoking ordinances to include vaping. She also noted he will not be at the next meeting due to his father’s 88th birthday and extended brief personal remarks, thanking Mayor Douglas and Chief Kelley on his retirement. Alder Thoman: Reported on GCDC, noting that the City’s contribution has not changed and may be reviewed as part of future budget considerations. Alder Franke: Provided an update from the Senior Center meeting, noting attendance at the wellness center, that most fees are covered by insurance, and that Tuesday line dancing continues to be very popular. Q. BUSINESS PRESENTED BY DEPARTMENT HEADS Administrator Rindy took a moment to thank Alder Kleven and presented her with a Key to the City in recognition of her years of service to the City of Monroe. R. BUSINESS PRESENTED BY THE PRESS S. ADJOURNMENT A motion was made by Kleven, seconded by Sheaffer, to adjourn at 7:58 PM. The motion passed 9-0, by the following vote:  AYES: Richard Thoman, Tom Miller, Lynne Kleven, Heidi Treuthardt, Corinne Wartenweiler, Matt Sheaffer, Craig Franke, Dylan McGuire, Christopher Vestin NOES: None ABSENT: None ABSTAINED: None This Council may take any action it considers appropriate related to any item on this agenda.