Common Council

CITY OF MONROE COMMON COUNCIL MINUTES DATE: MONDAY, JUNE 1, 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 Miller at 6:30 PM on Monday, June 1, 2026. B. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE C. ROLL CALL Present in person were Mayor Tom Miller, Richard Thoman, Corinne Wartenweiler, Heidi Treuthardt, Matt Sheaffer, Craig Franke, Dylan McGuire, Christopher Vestin, D. CORRECTION OF MINUTES - MAY 18, 2026 The minutes for May 18, 2026, were accepted as presented. E. PRESENTATIONS OF PETITIONS AND COMMUNICATION 1. 2026 Final Financial Audit Presentation by Baker Tilly Justin from Baker Tilly provided an overview and summary of the 2025 audit. He noted that it was a smooth audit process with only a few adjusting journal entries required. Justin reviewed the audit memo, summary, and financial documents with the Council. He explained that expenditures exceeded the budget primarily due to the purchase of land for the industrial park, which also resulted in a net loss for the year. He noted that the City is currently at 38% of its debt capacity.  For the utilities, he reported the following: Water Utility: 16.74 months of cash on hand, with 79% capital equity and 21% debt. Wastewater Utility: 39.13 months of cash on hand, with 56% capital equity. Stormwater Utility: 24.02 months of cash on hand, with 95% equity and 5% debt. Following the presentation, the Council was given an opportunity to ask questions regarding the audit. F. BUSINESS BY MAYOR Mayor Miller also commented on the success of the first Concert on the Square event and the recent tour of the Wastewater Treatment Plant. He noted that summer in Monroe is underway and highlighted Main Street Monroe's summer theme and activities. 1. Recognition of Green County EMS Dan Nufer Mayor Miller and the Common Council recognized Chief Dan Nufer for his years of service and commitment to the City of Monroe and Green County. Donna Douglas read a statement expressing her appreciation for Chief Nufer and his dedication to the community. Chief Nufer then addressed the Council, giving credit to the staff, volunteers, and his wife for their support, as well as recognizing those involved with Green County EMS. G. APPEARANCES BY THE PUBLIC 1. Appearance by Citizens 2. Appearance by Property/Business Owners with the City of Monroe of Their Authorized Agents H. COUNCIL OF THE WHOLE 1. Discussion and Possible Action Related to Alderperson Vacancy Applications A vote was held to nominate either Dave Mosher or Maxwell Brooks to fill the Alderperson vacancy created when Tom Miller became Mayor. The vote was as follows: Alders Thoman, Treuthardt, Wartenweiler, and Franke voted for Dave Mosher. Alders Sheaffer, McGuire, and Vestin voted for Maxwell Brooks. Dave Mosher was selected to fill the vacancy by a vote of 4-3 2. Resolution Appointing Alderperson for Vacancy, Term Ending April 20, 2027  A motion was made by Treuthardt, seconded by Sheaffer, to appoint Dave Mosher to alderperson with term ending April 20, 2027. The motion passed 7- 0, by the following vote: AYES: Richard Thoman, Corinne Wartenweiler, Heidi Treuthardt, Matt Sheaffer, Craig Franke, Dylan McGuire, Christopher Vestin NOES: None ABSENT: Darlene Voelkli ABSTAINED: None Clerk Wahl administered the Oath of Office to Dave Mosher. I. CONSENT AGENDA 1. Misc Licenses 2. Claims List A motion was made by Thoman, seconded by Treuthardt, to approve the consent agenda. The motion passed 8-0, by the following vote: AYES:Richard Thoman, Corinne Wartenweiler, Heidi Treuthardt, Matt Sheaffer, Craig Franke, Dylan McGuire, Christopher Vestin, Dave Mosher NOES: None ABSENT: Darlene Voelkli ABSTAINED: None J. PUBLIC SAFETY COMMITTEE 1. Resolution Approving Special Events: 1. Green County Cheese Days 2. Move it Forward's Summer Series 3. Green County Latino Health Fair 4. Cactus & Co's "Cheers Bartel's" Fundraising Event A motion was made by Sheaffer, seconded by Wartenweiler, to approve the resolution. The motion passed 8-0, by the following vote: AYES: Richard Thoman, Corinne Wartenweiler, Heidi Treuthardt, Matt Sheaffer, Craig Franke, Dylan McGuire, Christopher Vestin, Dave Mosher NOES: None ABSENT: Darlene Voelkli ABSTAINED: None K. LICENSE COMMITTEE 1. Resolution Approving Temporary "Class B" Wine & Class "B" Beer and Beer Garden Applications in Conjunction with Cheese Days Event A motion was made by Vestin, seconded by Thoman, to approve the resolution. The motion passed 7-1, by the following vote: AYES: Richard Thoman, Heidi Treuthardt, Matt Sheaffer, Craig Franke, Dylan McGuire, Christopher Vestin, Dave Mosher NOES: Corinne Wartenweiler  ABSENT: Darlene Voelkli ABSTAINED: None 2. Resolution Approving Temporary Outdoor Beer Garden License and Premise Extension for Cactus & Co at 1610 11th Street A motion was made by Sheaffer, seconded by Wartenweiler, to approve the resolution. The motion passed 8-0, by the following vote: AYES: Richard Thoman, Corinne Wartenweiler, Heidi Treuthardt, Matt Sheaffer, Craig Franke, Dylan McGuire, Christopher Vestin, Dave Mosher NOES: None ABSENT: Darlene Voelkli ABSTAINED: None L. FINANCE AND TAXATION COMMITTEE 1. Resolution Approving City of Monroe Comprehensive Finance Policy Amendment to Section 5.8 Fund Balance Policy Administrator Rindy provided a summary of the proposed fund balance policy changes. She reviewed the revisions that were needed to clarify which expenditures are included when calculating the fund balance requirement. A motion was made by Treuthardt, seconded by Sheaffer, to approve the resolution. The motion passed 8-0, by the following vote: AYES:Richard Thoman, Corinne Wartenweiler, Heidi Treuthardt, Matt Sheaffer, Craig Franke, Dylan McGuire, Christopher Vestin, Dave Mosher NOES: None ABSENT: Darlene Voelkli ABSTAINED: None M. BUSINESS PRESENTED BY ALDERPERSONS 1. Special Committee Report Outs N. BUSINESS PRESENTED BY DEPARTMENT HEADS O. BUSINESS PRESENTED BY THE PRESS P. ADJOURNMENT A motion was made by Wartenweiler, seconded by Treuthardt, to adjourn at 7:22 PM. The motion passed 8-0, by the following vote: AYES: Richard Thoman, Corinne Wartenweiler, Heidi Treuthardt, Matt  Sheaffer, Craig Franke, Dylan McGuire, Christopher Vestin, Dave Mosher NOES: None ABSENT: Darlene Voelkli ABSTAINED: None This Council may take any action it considers appropriate related to any item on this agenda.