City Council Regular Meeting Agenda (PDF)

AGENDA FOR REGULAR MEETING OF COMMON COUNCIL To be held on Tuesday, October 6, 2026 at 6:30 P.M. in the City Hall Council Chambers, 30 West Central Street, Chippewa Falls, WI The meeting may be viewed via livestream at www.chippewafalls-wi.gov/278/City-Council-Meeting-Live-Stream. 1. CLERK CALLS THE ROLL 2. APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING (a) Approve minutes of the Council Meeting of September 15, 2026. 3. PERSONAL APPEARANCES BY CITIZENS - No matter presented by a citizen shall be acted on at the meeting except in emergencies affecting the public health, safety or welfare. 4. PUBLIC HEARINGS – None 5. COMMUNICATIONS – None 6. REPORTS (a) Board of Public Works minutes of September 21, 2026. 7. COUNCIL COMMITTEE REPORTS in the order in which they are named in Section 2.21 of the Municipal Code - (a) Committee #1 Revenues, Disbursements, Water, and Wastewater minutes of September 28, 2026 (b) Committee #2 Labor Negotiations, Personnel, Policy and Administration minutes of September 17, 2026. (c) Committee #2 Labor Negotiations, Personnel, Policy and Administration minutes of September 28, 2026. (d) Committee #3 Transportation, Construction, Public Safety and Traffic minutes of September 22, 2026. (e) Committee #3 Transportation, Construction, Public Safety and Traffic minutes of September 30, 2026. (f) Committee #4 Recycling, Computerization, Building and Intergovernmental Services minutes of September 22, 2026. (g) Committee #4 Recycling, Computerization, Building and Intergovernmental Services minutes of September 28, 2026. 8. APPLICATIONS (a) Consider Street Use Permit Application from Chippewa Falls Main Street to decorate light poles on N Bridge Street and cross streets in the BID for Halloween from October 5 – November 4, 2026. (b) Consider Street Use Permit Application of Chippewa Falls Main Street for the Downtown Trick or Treat to be held on Friday, October 30, 2026 utilizing the 100 – 700 blocks of N Bridge Street. (c) Consider Street Use Permit Application from the Chippewa Manor for the Veteran’s Salute to be held on November 5, 2026 at 222 Chapman Road; flags to be displayed in the boulevard from November 2 – 13, 2026. 9. PETITIONS - None 10. MAYOR ANNOUNCES APPOINTMENTS - None 11. MAYOR’S REPORT (a) Proclamation declaring October as Pedestrian Safety Month and October 15, 2026 as White Cane Safety Day. 12. REPORT OF OFFICERS - None 13. ORDINANCES - None 14. RESOLUTIONS (a) Consider Resolution #2026-26 Entitled: Resolution Approving a Certified Survey Map for Summit Ridge. (b) Consider Resolution #2026-27 Entitled: Resolution Approving Final Plat of Summit Ridge Phase II. (c) Consider Resolution #2026-28 Entitled: Resolution Adopting Rates for Stormwater Utility Fee. (d) Consider Resolution #2026-29 Entitled: Resolution Approving Preliminary Plat of Akorn Acres. (e) Consider Resolution #2026-30 Entitled: Resolution Application for Exemption from the Levy of any County Library Tax. 15. OTHER NEW OR UNFINISHED BUSINESS AS AUTHORIZED BY LAW (a) Discuss and consider approval of Xcel Energy Easement on the south side of Olson Drive for an HPE Project. (Board of Public Works) (b) Discuss and consider Liability, Indemnification, and Release Agreement between the City of Chippewa Falls and HPE relating to the Xcel Energy Easement. (Board of Public Works) (c) Discuss and consider approval of an Xcel Energy Easement for the River Street Siphon Project. (Board of Public Works) (d) Discuss and consider posting the wage range for the open Water Operator Position at $26.93 - $30.26 per hour with funding to come from the Water Budget. (Committee #1 and #2) (e) Discuss and consider the request to fund the Willow Creek Booster Station upgrade in the amount of $22,450 as part of the 2027 Water Budget. (Committee #1) (f) Discuss and consider replacement of influent pump #2 at the Wastewater Treatment Plant in an amount not to exceed $65,250 with funding to come from the Wastewater Operating Budget. (Committee #1) (g) Discuss and consider approval of funding for the purchase of 20 outdoor trash receptacles for the downtown area in an amount not to exceed $14,000 from reserves. (Committee #1) (h) Discuss and consider the sale of the Police Department K-9 to the current handler in the amount of $1.00, with proceeds going to the K-9 Revenue Account, and to execute a release of liability form. (Committee #1) (i) Discuss and consider approval of funding in the amount of $11,600 for HVAC repairs at the Police Department from unspent wages or reserves. (Committee #1) (j) Discuss and consider committing $1,500 in annual Byrne Grant funding toward support of a position for the West Central Wisconsin Drug Task Force into perpetuity. (Committee #1) (k) Discuss and consider funding in the amount of $6,747.75 for top down, bottom-up blinds as part of the window replacement project at the Police Department from the scrap account or unspent wages (Committee #1) (l) Discuss and consider approval of funding in the amount of $1,500 from reserves for an asbestos inspection at the Casper Park white house. (Committee #1) (m) Discuss and consider the estimate of T&R Recycling in the amount of $12,500 to demolish the Casper Park white house and garage (Committee #1 and Committee #4) (n) Discuss and consider funding for station alerting equipment at the Fire Department in an amount not to exceed $3,100 from 2% Fire Dues. (Committee #1) (o) Discuss and consider the Treasury Management Services Agreement and Addendum between the City of Chippewa Falls and Northwestern Bank. (Committee #1) (p) Discuss and consider the request to change the requirements of the Wastewater Treatment/Collection System Operator position to require a CDL upon hire. (Committee #2) (q) Discuss and consider the changes to the Time Away from Work – Holiday Pay Policy for the Street Department as presented. (Committee #2) (r) Discuss and consider the purchase of 256 GB iPads for the seven Council Members, and one for Parks and Recreation, with referral to Committee #1 for Funding. (Committee #4) (s) Discuss and consider directing the Parks, Recreation, and Forestry Director to proceed with an RFP for the Casper Park Maintenance Building in accordance with the specifications provided for the building. (Committee #4) 16. CLAIMS (a) Consider claims as recommended by the Claims Committee. 17. CLOSED SESSION (a) Closed Session under Wis. Stats. Sec. 19.85(1)(e) for “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” to discuss and consider the following: i. Redevelopment opportunities and possible public investment in acquisition of Parcel No. 22808-0642-60014105. ii. EMS per capita rates. May return to Open Session for possible action on Closed Session items. 18. ADJOURNMENT The Claims Committee will meet at 6:00 PM to review the claims of various boards and departments of the City. NOTE: REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS FOR PARTICIPATION BY INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES WILL BE MADE UPON REQUEST. FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION OR TO REQUEST THIS SERVICE, CONTACT THE CITY CLERK AT 715-726-2719. Please note that attachments to this agenda may not be final and are subject to change. This agenda may be amended as it is reviewed. CERTIFICATION OF OFFICIAL NEWSPAPER I hereby certify that a copy of this notice has been posted on the bulletin board at City Hall and a copy has been given to the Chippewa Herald on October 3, 2026 at 3:45 pm by BNG. 1 MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE COMMON COUNCIL The regular meeting of the Common Council of the City of Chippewa Falls was held on Tuesday, September 15, 2026 in the City Hall Council Chambers. Mayor Jason Hiess called the meeting to order at 6:30 pm. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited. CLERK CALLS THE ROLL Council Members present: John Monarski, Jody Marr, Chuck Hull, Dan Dixon, Paul Nadreau, and Tim Normand. Absent was Rob Kiefer. Also Present: City Attorney Sam Bach-Hanson; Finance Manager/Treasurer Lynne Bauer; Director of Public Works/Utility Manager Brandon Cesafsky; City Planner/Transit Manager Brad Hentschel; Police Officer Shayn Thornton; Fire Chief Brian Tonnancour; Parks, Recreation and Forestry Director John Jimenez; City Clerk Bridget Givens; and those on the attached sign-in sheet. APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING (a) Motion by Monarski/Normand to approve the minutes of the Council Meeting of September 1, 2026. All present voting aye, motion carried. (b) Motion by Monarski/Hull to approve the minutes of the Special Council Meeting of September 8, 2026. All present voting aye, motion carried. PERSONAL APPEARANCES BY CITIZENS (a) Senator Jeff Smith, District 31, introduced himself to the Council as the current Senator for the City of Chippewa Falls and encouraged Council to reach out to him with concerns. PUBLIC HEARINGS - None COMMUNICATIONS – None REPORTS The following Reports were presented: (a) The Board of Public Works meeting of September 7, 2026 was cancelled due to the holiday. (b) The Plan Commission meeting of September 7, 2026 was cancelled due to the holiday. (c) The Special Board of Public Works meeting of September 9, 2026 was cancelled due to a lack of agenda items. (d) Special Plan Commission minutes of September 9, 2026. COUNCIL COMMITTEE REPORTS in the order in which they are named in Section 2.21 of the Municipal Code The following Council Committee Reports were presented: (a) Committee #1 Revenues, Disbursements, Water, and Wastewater minutes of September 1, 2026. (b) Committee #1 Revenues, Disbursements, Water, and Wastewater minutes of September 9, 2026. (c) Committee #2 Labor Negotiations, Personnel, Policy and Administration minutes of September 1, 2026. (d) Committee #2 Labor Negotiations, Personnel, Policy and Administration minutes of September 2, 2026. (e) Committee #3 Transportation, Construction, Public Safety and Traffic minutes of September 1, 2026. (f) Park Board minutes of September 8, 2026. (g) Library Board minutes of August 12, 2026. APPLICATIONS (a) Motion by Dixon/Marr to approve the Non-Commercial Kennel License Application of Timothy Wolfe, 313 S Rural Street. All present voting aye, motion carried. Motion by Monarski/Nadreau to consider items (b) – (f) in one motion. All present voting aye, motion carried. Motion by Monarski/Marr to approve items (b) – (f) as follows: (b) Temporary Class “B” Beer/“Class B” Wine Alcohol Beverage License Application of the Tilden Lions Club for the Tilden Lions Mega Raffle to be held at the Knights of Columbus Hall, 236 Pumphouse Road, on October 10, 2026. 2 APPLICATIONS (continued) (c) Temporary Class “B” Beer Alcohol Beverage License Application of Chippewa Youth Hockey for a Spaghetti Feed Fundraiser to be held at the Chippewa Area Ice Arena, 839 First Avenue, on October 1, 2026. (d) Temporary Class “B” Beer Alcohol Beverage License Application of Chippewa Youth Hockey for Coaches vs. Cancer to be held at the Chippewa Area Ice Arena, 839 First Avenue, on October 3, 2026. (e) Street Use Permit Application from Mad Rab, LLC (The Dam Bar) for a St. Jude’s Charity Event to be held on October 3, 2026 utilizing various City Streets. (f) Consider request of Bree Gustafson, Mad Rab, LLC (The Dam Bar), to temporarily extend their premises in relation to their alcohol beverage license for a one-time event to be held on October 3, 2026. All present voting aye, motion carried. PETITIONS – None MAYOR ANNOUNCES APPOINTMENTS – None MAYOR’S REPORT – None REPORT OF OFFICERS – None ORDINANCES - None RESOLUTIONS (a) Director of Public Works/Utility Manager Cesafsky distributed a revised copy without a utility easement. Motion by Nadreau/Normand to approve Resolution #2026-24 Entitled: Resolution Approving a Certified Survey Map for Chippewa Crossing Partners LLC (1 lot CSM on the south side of Chippewa Crossing). Roll Call Vote: Aye – Nadreau, Normand, Monarski, Marr, Hull, Dixon. Motion carried. (b) Motion by Normand/Nadreau to approve Resolution #2026-25 Entitled: Resolution Approving a Certified Survey Map for Willow Creek. Roll Call Vote: Aye – Normand, Nadreau, Monarski, Marr, Hull, Dixon. Motion carried. OTHER NEW/UNFINISHED BUSINESS (a) Motion by Monarski/Marr to approve the City of Chippewa Falls Board and Committee Member Code of Conduct policy as revised by the City Attorney. All present voting aye, motion carried. (b) Motion by Dixon/Marr to approve funding for the 2027 Chippewa County Humane Association Contract. Roll Call Vote: Aye – Dixon, Marr, Hull, Nadreau, Normand, Monarski. Motion carried. (c) Motion by Dixon/Marr to approve the bid submitted by EOR for the Allen Park Project. Roll Call Vote: Aye – Dixon, Marr, Hull, Nadreau, Normand, Monarski. Motion carried. (d) Motion by Dixon/Nadreau to approve directing discussion relative to the needs for the Casper Park maintenance building back to Committee #4 and the Park Board. Significant additional discussion ensued on this item. Roll Call Vote: Aye – Dixon, Nadreau, Normand, Monarski, Marr, Hull. Motion carried. (e) Motion by Normand/Dixon to reject the bids received for the Casper Park Project. Roll Call Vote: Aye – Normand, Dixon, Nadreau, Monarski, Marr, Hull. Motion carried. (f) Motion by Normand/Marr to approve funding for transmission repair work on the engineering vehicle with funding to come from sale of scrap or reserves. Roll Call Vote: Aye – Normand, Marr, Hull, Dixon, Nadreau, Monarski. Motion carried. (g) Motion by Dixon/Nadreau to approve the presented increased rates for the Stormwater Utility. Roll Call Vote: Aye – Dixon, Nadreau, Monarski, Hull; No – Marr; Abstain – Normand. Motion carried. A resolution for consideration will be forthcoming. (h) Motion by Marr/Normand to approve ISG’s proposal for facility assessment and CIP services as presented in the amount of $140,600 with utilities paying their share of the costs with the City’s portion coming from reserves. Additional discussion ensued on this item. Roll Call Vote: Aye – Marr, Normand, Monarski, Hull, Dixon, Nadreau. Motion carried. (i) Motion by Dixon/Marr to approve funding for the Wastewater Phosphorus Optimization Project in the amount of $500,000 with reimbursement to come from Wastewater bonding proceeds. Roll Call Vote: Aye – Dixon, Marr, Hull, Nadreau, Normand, Monarski. Motion carried. 3 OTHER NEW/UNFINISHED BUSINESS (continued) (j) Motion by Hull/Dixon to approve the 2027 GFL rates for garbage and recycling services for City-owned buildings/property. Roll Call Vote: Aye – Hull, Dixon, Nadreau, Normand, Monarski, Marr. Motion carried. (k) Motion by Monarski/Normand to approve the start date for the Police Department recruit effective for the November 3, 2026 pay period. Roll Call Vote: Aye – Monarski, Normand, Marr, Hull, Dixon, Nadreau. Motion carried. CLAIMS (a) Motion by Marr/Nadreau to approve the claims as recommended by the Claims Committee. City General Claims: $306,771.52 Authorized/Handwritten Claims: $173,114.20 Department of Public Utilities: $155,388.33 Total of Claims Presented $635,274.05 Roll Call Vote: Aye – Marr, Nadreau, Normand, Monarski, Hull, Dixon. Motion carried. CLOSED SESSION (a) Motion by Monarski/Nadreau to go into Closed Session at 7:22 pm under Wis. Stats. Sec. 19.85 (1)(g) for “conferring with legal counsel for the governmental body who is rendering oral or written advice concerning strategy to be adopted by the body with respect to litigation in which it is or is likely to become involved” to discuss and consider the following: i. Marin Litigation/Claim; and to include the Council, Mayor, City Legal Counsel, City Finance Manager, Director of Public Works/Utility Manager, City Planner/Transit Manager Brad Hentschel, and the City Clerk; and Closed Session under Wis. Stats. Sec. 19.85 (1)(c) for “considering employment, promotion, compensation or performance evaluation data of any public employee over which the governmental body has jurisdiction or exercises responsibility” to discuss and consider the following: ii. Negotiation of terms and conditions of the contract with the City Administrator candidate; and to include the Council, Mayor, City Attorney, and Shawn Murphy of PAA; may return to Open Session for possible action on Closed Session items. Roll Call Vote: Aye – Monarski, Nadreau, Normand, Marr, Hull, Dixon. Motion carried. The Council discussed items (i) and (ii) above. Motion by Marr/Monarski to return to Open Session at 8:04 pm. Roll Call Vote: Aye – Marr, Monarski, Hull, Dixon, Nadreau, Normand. Motion carried. Motion by Dixon/Marr to approve the employment agreement as discussed between the City of Chippewa Falls and Rebecca Glewen and hiring subject to pre-employment checks. Roll Call Vote: Aye – Dixon, Marr, Hull, Nadreau, Normand, Monarski. Motion carried. ADJOURNMENT Motion by Marr/Nadreau to adjourn at 8:05 pm. All present voting aye, motion carried. Submitted by: Bridget Givens, City Clerk Please note, these are draft minutes and may be amended until approved by the Common Council. CITY OF CHIPPEWA FALLS BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS MEETING MINUTES MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 21, 2026 – 5:30 PM The Board of Public Works met in City Hall on September 21, 2026 at 5:30 pm. Attending were Mayor Jason Hiess, Vice-President Tom Hubbard, Director of Public Works Brandon Cesafsky, and Alderman Tim Normand. Absent was Mike Tzanakis. Also attending was were David Melsness, Tim Bartels, and Corrisa Seely of Xcel Energy. 1. Motion by Normand, seconded by Hubbard to approve the minutes of the August 24, 2026 Board of Public Works meeting. All present voting aye. MOTION CARRIED. 2. Item number 2 was discussion about an HPE/Xcel Energy easement across City property. Cesafsky explained that during the prior Board of Public Works meeting it was recommended the Council approve this easement after review and edits from Director Cesafsky. Reviewing the document, Cesafsky had a few areas where he requested changes to eliminate the risk for the City in this agreement and put it on HPE. Due to Xcel not doing three party leases, Xcel stated they could not make the changes and the risk for unknown underground contamination would be on the City. Tim Bartels and David Melsness of Xcel Energy spoke about the project and explained the policy in regard to three party leases. David also covered the project and stated there would be 4-5 underground transmission lines installed in the 120 ft. area. Alderman Normand asked about aboveground power to which Xcel replied that it would not be cost effective. There was further conversation about the risk associated with the project and Cesafsky stated that if HPE would execute a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), which assigned the risk associated with the project to HPE and not the City, he would be in favor of that and wouldn’t have an issue with the Xcel easement. Corrisa with Xcel stated that a memo could be recorded calling out the document so that the City has a recorded document for this agreement. Motion by Cesafsky, seconded by Hiess to recommend Cesafsky work with the City attorney to draft an MOU with HPE, that assigns risk for the easement project to HPE and that Council approve this MOU and easement document with Xcel. All present voting aye. MOTION CARRIED. 3. Item number 3 was another easement conversation for the siphon projects. Cesafsky explained that Xcel energy is providing power to the siphon which historically has not had power and has had the alarm system powered through a telephone line. With the siphon upgrade, Cesafsky explained that we are adding dedicated power to the site. David Melsness of Xcel provided the overview of the project stating that Xcel has been providing power through a vacated alley and that Xcel would like to see this on a formal easement document. Cesafsky stated that he has no issues with this easement and that the City is requesting this service from Xcel. Motion by Hiess, seconded by Hubbard to recommend Council approve the lease with Xcel Energy which crosses the Duncan Creek to reach our siphons. All present voting aye. MOTION CARRIED. 4. Adjournment Motion by Normand, seconded by Hubbard to adjourn. All present voting aye. MOTION CARRIED. The Board of Public Works meeting adjourned at 6:18 pm. Brandon Cesafsky Secretary, Board of Public Works Please note, these are draft minutes and may be amended until approved by the Common Council. CITY OF CHIPPEWA FALLS BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS MEETING MINUTES MONDAY, AUGUST 24, 2026 – 5:30 PM The Board of Public Works met in City Hall on August 24, 2026 at 5:30 pm. Attending were Mayor Jason Hiess, Vice-President Tom Hubbard, Director of Public Works Brandon Cesafsky, Alderman Tim Normand, and Mike Tzanakis. 1. Motion by Cesafsky, seconded by Tzanakis to approve the minutes of the July 13, 2026 Board of Public Works meeting. All present voting aye. MOTION CARRIED. 2. Director Cesafsky provided the background on the sewer siphon project and comparable projects. Cesafsky stated that the Engineering Department hopes to reduce the cost of the project by not needing to do rock excavation and some other unknown project costs. There was discussion about the existing siphon and the importance of replacing this structure. Motion by Hiess, seconded by Hubbard to recommend Common Council approve the bid and award the Sanitary Sewer Siphon Project to Haas Sons, Inc. in the amount of $2,095,928.61. All present voting aye. MOTION CARRIED. 3. The Board of Public Works discussed the request from the Engineering Department to alter the City boundary on South Avenue. No Action Taken. 4. Adjournment Motion by Normand, seconded by Hubbard to adjourn. All present voting aye. MOTION CARRIED. The Board of Public Works meeting adjourned at 6:01 pm. Brandon Cesafsky Secretary, Board of Public Works Page 1 of 3 Rev. 11-2015 ELECTRIC UNDERGROUND DISTRIBUTION EASEMENT Parcel No. 22808-0442-6564OL08A Name City of Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin The undersigned, hereinafter referred to as "Grantor", hereby grants to Northern States Power Company, a Wisconsin corporation, hereinafter referred to as "NSP", this Electrical Underground Distribution Easement (“Easement”) as set forth below. RECITALS A. Grantor owns real property in Chippewa County, Wisconsin described as follows: See Exhibit A attached hereto and made part of (the “Property”) B. NSP wishes to locate within the Property the facilities described as follows: The necessary cables, wires, supports, conduits, vaults, pedestals, manholes, fixtures, devices, and other facilities and appurtenances necessary for the purposes of conducting electric energy, light, and communication impulses. (the “Facilities”) C. Grantor agrees to grant to NSP, its successors and assigns, the right, privilege and easement to construct, operate, maintain, use, rebuild or remove the Facilities over, under and upon the following described portion of the Property: See Exhibit A attached hereto and made part of (the “Easement Area”) 1. Easement. In consideration of the foregoing Recitals, which are incorporated herein, and other good and valuable consideration, the receipt and sufficiency of which are hereby acknowledged, Grantor hereby grants to NSP a perpetual, non-exclusive easement to construct, install, operate, repair, remove, replace, reconstruct, alter, relocate, patrol, inspect, mark, improve, enlarge, and maintain the Facilities described above within the Easement Area. Grantor also grants to NSP the full right and authority to (1) reasonably access the Easement Area and the Facilities over and across the Property for the purpose of maintaining, replacing and constructing the Facilities; (2) the reasonable temporary use by NSP of the Property adjacent to the Easement Area during construction, repair or replacement of the Facilities; and (3) cut, remove, prune or otherwise control, all trees, brush and other vegetation on or overhanging the Easement Area or located outside of the Easement Area which by falling might interfere with or endanger the Facilities. 2. Grantor’s Responsibilities. Grantor agrees that it will not perform any act on the Easement Area which will interfere with or endanger the Facilities. Grantor shall not locate any structure or obstruction, nor plant ___________________________________________ RETURN TO: NSP Siting & Land Rights, Corissa Seely 1414 W. Hamilton Ave., PO Box 8 Eau Claire WI 54702-0008 PIN: 22808-0442-6564OL08A Page 2 of 3 Rev. 11-2015 Parcel: 22808-0442-6564OL08A any trees, shrubs, bushes or plants of any kind, nor change the ground elevation within the Easement Area without the express written consent of NSP. 3. Restoration. After installation of the Facilities or after the exercise of any of the rights granted herein, NSP agrees to restore the Property and the Easement Area to as near their original condition as is reasonably possible and remove therefrom all debris, spoils, and equipment resulting from the use of the Property and the Easement Area. 4. Ownership of Property. Grantor covenants with NSP, its successors and assigns, that Grantor is the owner of the above described Property and has the right to sell and convey an easement in the manner and form aforesaid. 5. Additional Documents. Grantor agrees to execute and deliver to NSP , at NSP’s cost, without additional compensation, any additional documents needed to correct the legal description of the E asement Area to conform to the right of way actually occupied by the Facilities. 6. Pre-Existing Property Condition. Grantor shall disclose to NSP any pre-existing waste materials (“Pre - Existing Wastes”), that Grantor knows or reasonably suspects to be present in soils, water (surface or groundwater), vapors or air, whether on, in, above, migrating to or from, or under the Easement Area and any other information that would help NSP assess the risks of working in the area. NSP shall have the right to perform environmental sampling in the Easement Area at its discretion. If NSP encounters any Pre-Existing Wastes, Company may stop work. Grantor shall be responsible for any costs to manage, transport, or dispose of any Pre -Existing Wastes that NSP encounters during installation, relocation, or maintenance of the Facilities in the Easement Area. NSP shall not assume, and Grantor shall retain its obligation to comply with all applicable environmental laws and regulations, including federal or state reporting requirements related to such Pre -Existing Wastes. Grantor shall release and indemnif y NSP from and against any claims or responsibilities related to such Pre-Existing Wastes. 7. Entire Agreement. It is mutually understood and agreed that this instrument covers all agreements and stipulations between the parties and that no representation or statements, verbal or written, have been made modifying, adding to or changing the terms hereof. 8. Removal of Facilities. The rights granted herein may be exercised at any time subsequent to the execution of this document and said rights shall continue until such time as NSP, its successors and assigns have notified Grantor, its successors or assigns, that NSP has abandoned and relinquishes its easement rights. Following such notification by NSP , Grantor, its successors or assigns may require by written notification that NSP remove all of its Facilities from the Easement Area at NSP’s expense, or if no notification is given, then NSP may decide to abandon such Facilities in place. NSP shall deliver a recordable release of easement to be recorded at the expense of Grantor or its successor or assigns. 9. Binding Agreement. All provisions of this Easement, including the benefits and burdens, shall be deemed to run with title to the Property and shall inure to the benefit of, and shall be binding upon, the successors and assigns of the parties hereto as fully as upon themselves. Page 3 of 3 Rev. 11-2015 Parcel: 22808-0442-6564OL08A IN WITNESS WHEREOF, Grantor has executed this Easement as of this ____ day of , 20__. Grantor(s): City of Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin _______________________________________ By: Its: _______________________________________ By: Its: STATE OF ) ) ss. COUNTY OF ) Personally came before me, this ____ day of _____________________, 20__, the above named ___________________________ and__________________, to be the person(s) who executed the foregoing instrument . __________________________________________ Notary Public, State of Wisconsin My Commission Expires______________________ This instrument drafted by: Corissa Seely, an employee of Xcel Energy Services Inc. S T A T E H W Y. 1 7 8 SW. CORNER LOT 29EASEMENTS. LINE OUTLOT 8 P.O.B. EASEMENTAREAN. LINE OUTLOT 8 NORTHERN STATES POWERWISCONSINScale: 1" = 80'EXHIBIT A SHEET 1 OF 2Certificate of SurveyLocation: City of Chippewa, Chippewa County, WisconsinGrantor: City of ChippewaSee Sheet 2 of 2 for descriptions. PARCEL: CITY OF CHIPPEWASEC. 7, T. 28N., R. 8W.CO.: CHIPPEWA I HEREBY CERTIFY THAT THIS SURVEY, PLAN, OR REPORT WASPREPARED BY ME OR UNDER MY DIRECT SUPERVISION ANDTHAT I AM A DULY LICENSED LAND SURVEYOR UNDER THELAWS OF THE STATE OF WISCONSIN.SAMUEL W. HEIMSTEAD LIC. NO. S-3276DATE: K:\SURVEY\WI\DIST\Chippewa Falls\26159\CAD\26159.dwg NORTHERN STATES POWERWISCONSINEXHIBIT A SHEET 2 OF 2 "Property"Outlot 8, 2nd Riverside Industrial Park, Chippewa County, Wisconsin. Easement Area:An easement over, under, and across that part of the herein before described "Property" which lies within thefollowing described area:Commencing at the southwest corner of Lot 29, 2nd Riverside Industrial Park; thence North 88 degrees 28minutes 31 seconds East 304.00 feet along the south line of said Lot 29, said line also being the north line ofOutlot 8 to the point of beginning of the easement area to be described; thence continuing North 88 degrees28 minutes 31 seconds East 126.00 feet along the north line of said Outlot 8; thence South 1 degree 31minutes 29 seconds East 40.00 feet to the south line of said Outlot 8; thence South 88 degrees 28 minutes31 seconds West 126.00 feet along the south line of said Outlot 8; thence North 1 degree 31 minutes 29seconds West 40.00 feet to the point of beginning. Containing 0.12 acres, more or less. Certificate of SurveyLocation: City of Chippewa, Chippewa County, WisconsinGrantor: City of Chippewa PARCEL: CITY OF CHIPPEWASEC. 7, T. 28N., R. 8W.CO.: CHIPPEWAK:\SURVEY\WI\DIST\Chippewa Falls\26159\CAD\26159_A.dwg Page 1 of 3 Rev. 3/2016 ELECTRICAL OVERHEAD DISTRIBUTION AND ELECTRICAL UNDERGROUND DISTRIBUTION EASEMENT Parcel No. 22808-0641-60011313 Name City of Chippewa Falls, a Municipal Corporation The undersigned, hereinafter referred to as "Grantor", hereby grants to Northern States Power Company, a Wisconsin corporation, hereinafter referred to as "NSP", this Electrical Overhead Distribution and Electrical Underground Distribution Easement (“Easement”) as set forth below. RECITALS A. Grantor owns real property in Chippewa County, Wisconsin described as follows: See Exhibit A attached hereto and made part of (the “Property”) B. NSP wishes to locate within the Property the facilities described as follows: Towers, structures, poles, crossarms, cables, wires, guys, supports, conduits, vaults, pedestals, manholes, fixtures, devices, and other facilities and appurtenances necessary for the purposes of conducting electric energy, light, and communication impulses. (the “Facilities”) C. Grantor agrees to grant to NSP, its successors and assigns, the right, privilege and easement to construct, operate, maintain, use, rebuild or remove the Facilities in, over, under, upon, across, and through the following described portion of the Property: See Exhibit A attached hereto and made part of (the “Easement Area”) 1. Easement. In consideration of the foregoing Recitals, which are incorporated herein, and other good and valuable consideration, the receipt and sufficiency of which are hereby acknowledged, Grantor hereby grants to NSP a perpetual, non-exclusive easement to construct, install, operate, repair, remove, replace, reconstruct, alter, relocate, patrol, inspect, mark, improve, enlarge, and maintain the Facilities described above within the Easement Area. Grantor also grants to NSP the full right and authority to ( 1) reasonably access the Easement Area and the Facilities over and across the Property for the purpose of maintaining, replacing and constructing the Facilities; (2) the reasonable temporary use by NSP of the Property adjacent to the Easement Area during ___________________________________________ RETURN TO: NSP Siting & Land Rights, Corissa Seely, 1414 W. Hamilton Ave., PO Box 8 Eau Claire WI 54702-0008 PIN: 22808-0641-60011313 Page 2 of 3 Rev. 3/2016 Parcel: 22808-0641-60011313 construction, repair or replacement of the Facilities; and (3) cut, remove, prune or otherwise control, all trees, brush and other vegetation on or overhanging the Easement Area or located outside of the Easement Area which by falling might interfere with or endanger the Facilities. 2. Grantor’s Responsibilities. Grantor agrees that it will not perform any act on the Easement Area which will interfere with or endanger the Facilities. Grantor shall not locate any structure or obstruction, nor plant any trees, shrubs, bushes or plants of any kind, nor change the ground elevation within the Easement Area without the express written consent of NSP. 3. Restoration. After installation of the Facilities or after the exercise of any of the rights granted herein, NSP agrees to restore the Property and the Easement Area to as near their original condition as is reasonably possible and remove therefrom all debris, spoils, and equipment resulting from the use of the Property and the Easement Area. 4. Ownership of Property. Grantor covenants with NSP, its successors and assigns, that Grantor is the owner of the above described Property and has the right to sell and convey an easement in the manner and form aforesaid. 5. Additional Documents. Grantor agrees to execute and deliver to NSP , at NSP ’s cost, without additional compensation, any additional documents needed to correct the legal description of the Easement Area to conform to the right of way actually occupied by the Facilities. 6. Pre-Existing Property Condition. Grantor shall disclose to NSP any pre -existing waste materials (“Pre-Existing Wastes”), that Grantor knows or reasonably suspects to be present in soils, water (surface or groundwater), vapors or air, whether on, in, above, migrating to or from, or under t he Easement Area and any other information that would help NSP assess the risks of working in the area. NSP shall have the right to perform environmental sampling in the Easement Area at its discretion. If Grantee encounters any Pre-Existing Wastes, Grantee retains the right to stop work and may choose to exercise that right. Grantor shall retain its obligations to comply with all applicable laws and regulations related to such Pre-Existing Wastes. Grantor shall release NSP from any claims or responsibilities related to such Pre-Existing Wastes. 7. Entire Agreement. It is mutually understood and agreed that this instrument covers all agreements and stipulations between the parties and that no representation or statements, verbal or written, have been made modifying, adding to or changing the terms hereof. 8. Removal of Facilities. The rights granted herein may be exercised at any time subsequent to the execution of this document and said rights shall continue until such time as NSP , its successors and assigns have notified Grantor, its successors or assigns, that NSP has abandoned and relinquishes its easement rights. Following such notification by NSP , Grantor, its successors or assigns may require by written notification that NSP remove all of its Facilities from the Easement Area at NSP’s expense, or if no notification is given, then NSP may decide to abandon such Facilities in place. NSP shall deliver a recordable release of easement to be recorded at the expense of Grantor or its successor or assigns. 9. Binding Effect. All provisions of this Easement, including the benefits and burdens, shall be deemed to run with title to the Property and shall inure to the benefit of, and shall be binding upon, the successors and assigns of the parties hereto as fully as upon themselves. Page 3 of 3 Rev. 3/2016 Parcel: 22808-0641-60011313 IN WITNESS WHEREOF, Grantor has executed this Easement as of this ____ day of ___________, 20__. Grantor(s): City of Chippewa Falls, a Municipal Corporation _______________________________________ By: Its: _______________________________________ By: Its: STATE OF ) ) ss. COUNTY OF ) Personally came before me, this ____ day of _____________________, 20__, the above named ___________________________ and__________________, to be the person(s) who executed the foregoing instrument . __________________________________________ Notary Public, State of Wisconsin My Commission Expires______________________ This instrument drafted by: Corissa Seely, an employee of Xcel Energy Services Inc. NORTHERN STATES POWERWISCONSINScale: 1" = 60'EXHIBIT A SHEET 1 OF 1Certificate of SurveyLocation: City of Chippewa Falls, Chippewa County, WisconsinGrantor: City of Chippewa Falls PARCEL: CITY OF CHIPPEWASEC 6, T28N, R8WCo: CHIPPEWA "Property"Lots 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17 and 18 of Block 13, Original Plat of the City of Chippewa Falls, Chippewa County, Wisconsin.EXCEPTA parcel of land located in Block 13 of the Original Plat of the City of Chippewa Falls described as follows: Commencing at the Northeast corner of said Block 13; thence S52°12'05"W, along thesoutheasterly right-of-way line of Spring Street, a distance of 66.00 feet to the Northeast corner of Lot 18 of said Block 13, said lot corner also being the point of beginning; thence S38°02'38"E, along aline parallel to and 66 feet Southwesterly of the Southwesterly right-of-way line of High Street, a distance of 264.86 feet to the Southeast corner of Lot 17 of said Block 13; thence S52°15'27"W, along theNorthwesterly right-of-way line of River Street, a distance of 91.00 feet; thence N54°18'12"W a distance of 146.43 feet to the Southwest corner of Lot 15 of said Block 13; thence N38°02'38"W, along theSouthwesterly line of Lot 15, a distance f 124.36 feet to the Northwest corner of Lot 15 of said Block 13; thence N52°12'05"E, along the Southeasterly right-of-way line of Spring Street, a distance of132.00 feet to the point of beginning.Easement Area:A 15.00 foot wide easement over, under, and across that part of the herein before described "Property" which lies within 7.50 feet on each side of the following described centerlines:1) Commencing at the Eastern most corner of Block 13, Original Plat of the City of Chippewa Falls; thence N40°38'24"W 117.34 feet along the Northeast line of said Block 13; thenceS49°21'36"W 185.06 feet to the point of beginning of the centerline to be described; thence S64°55'29"W 30.85 feet to a point hereinafter referred to as "Point A"; thence S64°55'29"W 10.97feet to a point hereinafter referred to as "Point B" and said centerline there terminating.2) Beginning at the hereinbefore described "Point A"; thence S65°54'58"E 22.94 feet; thence S59°12'49"E 46.00 feet and said centerline there terminating.A 20.00 foot wide easement over, under, and across that part of the herein before described "Property" which lies within 10.00 feet on each side of the following described centerline:Beginning at the hereinbefore described "Point B"; thence S46°49'08"W 104.76 feet to the Southwest line of Lot 12 and said centerline there terminating.Containing 0.05 acres, more or less.I HEREBY CERTIFY THAT THIS SURVEY, PLAN, OR REPORT WASPREPARED BY ME OR UNDER MY DIRECT SUPERVISION ANDTHAT I AM A DULY LICENSED LAND SURVEYOR UNDER THELAWS OF THE STATE OF WISCONSIN.SAMUEL W. HEIMSTEAD LIC. NO. S-3276DATE: EASTERN MOST CORNER OFBLOCK 13 HIGH STSPRING ST RIVER ST P.O.B.ESMT. CL "POINT B""PROPERTY"LINE "PROPERTY"LINE "PROPERTY"LINE "POINT A" EASEMENTP.O.T.ESMT. CL P.O.T.ESMT. CL K:\SURVEY\WI\DIST\Chippewa Falls\26175\CAD\26175.dwg MINUTES Committee No. 1 Revenues, Disbursements, Water and Wastewater Committee #1 - Revenues, Disbursements, Water and Wastewater met on Monday, September 28, 2026 at 8:30 am in the Council Chambers, City Hall, 30 West Central Street, Chippewa Falls, WI. Committee Members present: Paul Nadreau and Dan Dixon. Absent was Rob Kiefer. Mayor/Other Committee Members present: John Monarski, Jody Marr, and Tim Normand. Others present: Finance Manager/Treasurer Lynne Bauer; Water Operator Matt Boos; Parks, Recreation and Forestry Director John Jimenez; Fire Chief Brian Tonnancour; Police Chief Ryan Douglas; City Planner/Transit Manager Brad Hentschel; Director of Public Works/Utility Manager Brandon Cesafsky; and City Clerk Bridget Givens. Call to Order: 8:31 am 1. Approval of minutes from September 1, 2026. Motion by Dixon/Nadreau to approve the minutes from September 1, 2026. All present voting aye, motion carried. 2. Approval of minutes from September 9, 2026. Motion by Dixon/Nadreau to approve the minutes from September 9, 2026. All present voting aye, motion carried. 3. Discuss funding for the hiring range for the Water Operator Position. Possible recommendations to the Council. This item was discussed by Committee #2 who approved posting a hiring range for the Water Operator Position of $26.93 - $30.26 per hour. Motion by Nadreau/Dixon to recommend Council approve funding for the hiring range for the Water Operator Position from the Water Budget. All present voting aye, motion carried. 4. Discuss request to schedule/order booster station programming equipment for Willow Creek. Possible recommendations to the Council. Director of Public Works/Utility Manager Cesafsky advised that updates are needed at the Willow Creek Booster Station and provided details on what is needed. He is requesting pre-approval for the project that would take place in 2027 in order to get on the programmer’s schedule. Motion by Dixon/Nadreau to recommend Council approve the request to fund the Willow Creek Booster Station upgrade in the amount of $22,450 as part of the 2027 Water Budget. All present voting aye, motion carried. 5. Discuss request to replace the influent pump #2 at Wastewater Treatment Plant. Possible recommendations to the Council. Pump #2 is currently not operational due to a bad bearing and seal. Rebuilding the pump is cost prohibitive. There are three main influent pumps at the plant, and based upon the condition of the other two pumps coupled with their age, it is recommended to replace pump #2 in the amount of $65,250. Motion by Dixon/Nadreau to recommend Council approve replacement of influent pump #2 at the Wastewater Treatment Plant in an amount not to exceed $65,250 with funding to come from the Wastewater Operating Budget. All present voting aye, motion carried. 6. Discuss funding for replacement of outdoor trash receptacles. Possible recommendations to the Council. Cesafsky obtained pricing for new outdoor trash receptacles that will be larger and better designed than the current receptacles in the downtown area. Motion by Dixon/Nadreau to recommend Council approve funding for the purchase of 20 outdoor trash receptacles for the downtown area in an amount not to exceed $14,000 from reserves. All present voting aye, motion carried. 7. Discuss sale of Police Department K-9 to the current handler. Possible recommendations to the Council. The current K-9 will be retiring soon and in accordance with the contract, the handler can purchase the dog from the City for $1.00. Motion by Nadreau/Dixon to recommend Council approve the sale of the Police Department K-9 to the current handler in the amount of $1.00, with proceeds going to the K-9 Revenue Account, and to execute a release of liability form. All present voting aye, motion carried. 8. Discuss funding for HVAC issues at the Police Department. Possible recommendations to the Council. A proposal was received in the amount of $11,600 for HVAC repairs at the Police Department as the air conditioning is no longer working. Motion by Nadreau/Dixon to recommend Council approve funding in the amount of $11,600 for HVAC repairs at the Police Department from unspent wages or reserves. All present voting aye, motion carried. 9. Discuss Byrne Grant funding. Possible recommendations to the Council. The City currently receives Byrne Grant funding through the West Central Wisconsin Drug Task Force. They have recently lost an analyst position and have asked agencies receiving the Byrne Grant if they would be willing to reallocate the funds to support the position. Motion by Dixon/Nadreau to recommend Council commit $1,500 in annual Byrne Grant funding toward support of a position for the West Central Wisconsin Drug Task Force into perpetuity. All present voting aye, motion carried. 10. Discuss funding for blinds related to the window replacement project at the Police Department. Possible recommendations to the Council. As an addition to the current window replacement project at the Police Department, quotes were solicited for blinds. Two quotes were received, with Chief Douglas recommending cellular shades with a top down, bottom-up option as quoted by Chippewa Blinds. Motion by Dixon/Nadreau to recommend Council approve funding in the amount of $6,747.75 for top down, bottom-up blinds as part of the window replacement project at the Police Department from the scrap account or unspent wages. All present voting aye, motion carried. 11. Discuss funding for asbestos inspection at the Casper Park white house. Possible recommendations to the Council. Parks, Recreation and Forestry Director Jimenez noted that an asbestos inspection at the Casper Park white house is required by the DNR prior to demolition. Motion by Dixon/Nadreau to recommend Council approve funding in the amount of $1,500 from reserves for an asbestos inspection at the Casper Park white house. All present voting aye, motion carried. 12. Discuss estimates received to demolish the Casper Park white house. Possible recommendations to the Council. Motion by Dixon to table this item until recommendations are received from Committee #4 or the Park Board. Motion died for lack of a second. Demolition estimates for the Casper Park white house were received from four different contractors. Specifics on the quotes were discussed including timing for the demolition. Motion by Dixon/Nadreau to recommend Council approve the estimate of T&R Recycling in the amount of $12,500 to demolish the Casper Park white house. All present voting aye, motion carried. Councilor Nadreau indicated his intention to abstain from a vote on this item when presented for consideration at the next Council Meeting. 13. Discuss funding for station alerting equipment at the Fire Department. Possible recommendations to the Council. Fire Chief Tonnancour presented his request to install a station alerting system which would send tones through the speaker systems alerting crews of a call. Motion by Dixon/Nadreau to recommend Council approve funding for station alerting equipment at the Fire Department in an amount not to exceed $3,100 from 2% Fire Dues. All present voting aye, motion carried. 14. Discuss the Treasury Management Services Agreement and Addendum between the City of Chippewa Falls and Northwestern Bank. Possible recommendations to the Council. This agreement was originally brought to Committee in June and was sent to the City Attorney for review. An addendum was created to address concerns expressed by the Attorney. Motion by Dixon/Nadreau to approve the Treasury Management Services Agreement and Addendum between the City of Chippewa Falls and Northwestern Bank. All present voting aye, motion carried. 15. Adjournment. Motion by Nadreau/Dixon to adjourn at 9:28 am. All present voting aye, motion carried. Minutes submitted by, Rob Kiefer, Chair MINUTES Committee No. 1 Revenues, Disbursements, Water and Wastewater Committee #1 - Revenues, Disbursements, Water and Wastewater met on Tuesday, September 1, 2026 in the Council Chambers, City Hall, 30 West Central Street, Chippewa Falls, WI. Committee Members present: Rob Kiefer, Paul Nadreau and Dan Dixon. Mayor/Other Committee Members present: John Monarski, Jody Marr, Tim Normand and Chuck Hull. Others present: Finance Manager/Treasurer Lynne Bauer; Parks, Recreation and Forestry Director John Jimenez; Fire Chief Brian Tonnancour; Police Chief Ryan Douglas; City Planner/Transit Manager Brad Hentschel; Utilities Office Supervisor Courtney Trainor; and City Clerk Bridget Givens. Call to Order: 8:30 am 1. Approval of minutes from August 18, 2026. Motion by Dixon/Nadreau to approve the minutes from August 18, 2026. All present voting aye, motion carried. 2. Discuss funding for 2027 Chippewa County Humane Association Contract. Possible recommendations to the Council. Police Chief Douglas highlighted the $505.97 increase due to the per capita nature of the annual contract. It was noted that the contract increase will be included in the 2027 budget. Motion by Kiefer/Dixon to recommend Council approve funding for the 2027 Chippewa County Humane Association Contract as presented. All present voting aye, motion carried. 3. Discuss the Allen Park RFP Bid results. Possible recommendation to the Council. Parks, Recreation and Forestry Director Jimenez advised that the bids for Allen Park were reviewed by an Ad Hoc Committee with a recommendation of awarding the bid to EOR. The Ad Hoc Committee opined that EOR had the best understanding of the project; the most favorable timeline and schedule; and the price was more inclusive than the other bids. Councilor Nadreau confirmed the EOR bid includes inspections and oversight of the project, and Director Jimenez explained the exact amount will be contingent upon the final design of the project. Additional discussion ensued relative to the expenditure periods of TIDs 11 and 12. Motion by Dixon/Kiefer to recommend Council approve the bid submitted by EOR for the Allen Park Project. All present voting aye, motion carried. 4. Discuss Casper Park RFP. Possible recommendation to the Council. Director Jimenez summarized the history of this RFP process and its current status, adding that local contractors have suggested testing for asbestos through the DNR when considering demolition options. Councilors Marr and Nadreau have been alerted to possible deed restrictions on the property which will determine what, if any, action can be taken. Discussion ensued on the current needs for an employee breakroom at Casper Park; additional storage at both Casper and Irvine Parks; and what can wait to be addressed through the Capital Improvement Plan process. The Committee would like a solution for the Casper Park breakroom issue prior to next season. Motion by Kiefer/Dixon to recommend Council direct this item back to Committee #4 and the Park Board to further discuss the needs for the Casper Park maintenance building. All present voting aye, motion carried. Motion by Kiefer/Nadreau to recommend Council reject the bids received for the Casper Park Project. All present voting aye, motion carried. 5. Discuss funding for transmission repair work on Engineering Vehicle. Possible recommendations to the Council. Director of Public Works/Utility Manager Cesafsky stated a refurbished transmission has been ordered for the survey truck and the installation will be done by City mechanics. The transmission has a three-year warranty. Motion by Kiefer/Nadreau to recommend Council approve funding for the transmission repair work on the engineering vehicle with funding to come from sale of scrap or reserves. All present voting aye, motion carried. 6. Discuss adopting rates for Stormwater Utility Fee. Possible recommendations to the Council. Cesafsky presented a spreadsheet depicting the proposed stormwater rate increase as well as rates for other municipalities in Wisconsin. The proposed increase would have residential rates going from $4.66 per month to $6.06 per month. Motion by Kiefer/Nadreau to recommend Council adopt the increased rates for the Stormwater Utility as presented. All present voting aye, motion carried. 7. Adjournment. Motion by Nadreau/Dixon to adjourn at 9:35 am. All present voting aye, motion carried. Minutes submitted by, Rob Kiefer, Chair MINUTES Committee No. 1 Revenues, Disbursements, Water and Wastewater Committee #1 - Revenues, Disbursements, Water and Wastewater met on Tuesday, September 9, 2026 at 8:30 am in the Council Chambers, City Hall, 30 West Central Street, Chippewa Falls, WI. Committee Members present: Rob Kiefer, Paul Nadreau and Dan Dixon. Mayor/Other Committee Members present: John Monarski, Jody Marr, and Tim Normand. Others present: City Attorney Sam Bach-Hanson (remotely); Finance Manager/Treasurer Lynne Bauer; Parks, Recreation and Forestry Director John Jimenez; Brooke Petska and Lenny Larson (remotely) of ISG; and City Clerk Bridget Givens. Call to Order: 8:30 am 1. Discuss ISG’s proposal for facility assessment and CIP services. Possible recommendations to the Council. Brooke Petska and Lenny Larson of ISG provided an overview of their proposal and scope of services for the City’s Facilities Assessment and Capital Improvement Plan (CIP). Additional information was provided relative to an add-on dashboard feature which would allow their report to become interactive. This could be added at a later date if desired. Pricing was not included with the initial submission and it was questioned if the City would proceed with an RFP, though not required, for this service. Following discussion, it was noted that the City has an established relationship with ISG who is currently conducting the CIP for the Wastewater Treatment Plant. Additionally, they have put in a significant amount of work getting the City to this point in the process. Inquiry was made as to a funding source for the proposal, and it was noted that funding would have to come from reserves. A pricing breakdown was then distributed to the Committee members and details thereon were discussed. Parks, Recreation, and Forestry Director Jimenez opined that the pool should be excluded from the ISG assessment as that work has already been done. Following additional review of the pricing, the Committee was in favor of proceeding with the following Scope of Services: Facilities Assessment Water System Infrastructure Assessment Cost Estimating Facilities Condition Assessment Report Facilities and WWTP CIP Motion by Kiefer/Dixon to recommend Council approve ISG’s proposal for facility assessment and CIP services as presented in the amount of $140,600 with utilities paying their share of the costs with the City’s portion coming from reserves. All present voting aye, except Nadreau who abstained, motion carried. 2. Discuss funding for the wastewater phosphorus optimization project. Possible recommendations to the Council. Due to the required reduction in phosphorus levels, ISG was contracted to complete the design for an optimization project. The recommended new system will analyze phosphorus levels in real-time and immediately inject what is needed into the system. There will be anticipated cost savings from reductions in the City’s use of ferric chloride, and there may be an opportunity to bring leachate back in the future. Motion by Kiefer/Dixon to recommend Council approve funding for the Wastewater Phosphorus Optimization Project in the amount of $500,000 with reimbursement to come from Wastewater bonding proceeds. All present voting aye, motion carried. 3. Discuss proposed 2027 GFL rates for garbage and recycling services for City-owned buildings/property. Possible recommendations to the Council. A few years ago, garbage and recycling services were consolidated into one contract. GFL submitted 2027 rates with an increase of 5% over 2025 rates. Additional discussion ensued relative to the purchase of new receptacles in the downtown area. It was noted that GFL would honor the same pricing for the receptacles if we increase to a 45-gallon container in the future. Motion by Kiefer/Nadreau to recommend Council approve the 2027 GFL rates for garbage and recycling services for City-owned buildings/property. All present voting aye, motion carried. 4. Adjournment. Motion by Dixon/Nadreau to adjourn at 9:35 am. All present voting aye, motion carried. Minutes submitted by, Rob Kiefer, Chair Minutes Committee #2 Labor Negotiations, Personnel, Policy & Administration September 17, 2026 Committee #2 met on Thursday, September 17, 2026 at 8:00 AM in the Council Chambers, City Hall, 30 West Central Street, Chippewa Falls, WI. Committee Members present: John Monarski, Jody Marr, Chuck Hull Mayor/Other Council Members present: None Others present: Finance Manager/Treasurer Lynne Bauer, Human Resource Generalist Sarah Loff, Attorney Nathan Miller, Police Chief Ryan Douglas, Police Union Members Dan Downey, Alex Hale, Zach Joyce, Shayn Thornton and WPPA Union Representative Robert Powell. Call to Order: 8:00 am 1. Open Session 2. Closed Session Motion by Marr/Hull to go into Closed Session under Wis. Stats. Sec. 19.85(1)(e) for "deliberating or negotiating the purchasing of public properties, the investing of public funds, or conducting public business with competitive or bargaining implications” to: a. Discuss labor negotiation issues and strategies; and b. Negotiations with Chippewa Falls Professional Police Association related to a new contract; and to include the Council/Committee members, Mayor, Bauer, Loff, Miller, Douglas and police union representatives; may return to Open Session. Roll Call Vote: Marr – Aye; Hull – Aye; Monarski - Aye. Motion carried. The Committee discussed Items (a) and (b) above. Motion by Monarski/Marr to return to Open Session. All present voting aye. Motion carried. 3. Adjournment Motion by Marr/Hull to adjourn at 10:01 am. All present voting aye, motion carried. Minutes submitted by, Lynne Bauer Finance Manager/Treasurer Minutes Committee #2 Labor Negotiations, Personnel, Policy & Administration Committee #2 met on Monday, September 28, 2026 at 8:00 AM, Council Chambers, City Hall, 30 West Central Street, Chippewa Falls, WI. Committee Members present: John Monarski and Jody Marr. Absent was Chuck Hull. Mayor/Other Council Members present: Tim Normand, Dan Dixon, and Paul Nadreau. Others present: Finance Manager/Treasurer Lynne Bauer; Human Resource Generalist Sarah Loff; Police Chief Ryan Douglas; Fire Chief Brian Tonnancour; Parks, Recreation and Forestry Director John Jimenez; Water Supervisor Matt Boos; Director of Public Works/Utility Manager Brandon Cesafsky and City Clerk Bridget Givens. Call to Order: 8:00 am 1. Approval of minutes from September 1, 2026. Motion by Marr/Monarski to approve the minutes from September 1, 2026. All present voting aye, motion carried. 2. Approval of minutes from September 2, 2026. Motion by Marr/Monarski to approve the minutes from September 2, 2026. All present voting aye, motion carried. 3. Approval of minutes from September 17, 2026. Motion by Marr/Monarski to approve the minutes from September 17, 2026. All present voting aye, motion carried. 4. Discuss request to change the hiring range for the Water Operator Position. Possible recommendations to the Council. Human Resource Generalist Loff informed the Committee of an open Water Operator position and the need to post. Loff presented Director of Public Works/Utility Manager Cesafsky’s request to post a wage range of Water Operator OIT at $26.93/hour to Water Operator Level II of $30.26/hour. This would allow more flexibility with hiring and the option to place the starting wage at any point between the bottom and top levels, depending on the candidate’s certifications and experience. Motion by Monarski/Marr to recommend Council approve posting the wage range for the open Water Operator Position at $26.93 - $30.26 per hour. All present voting aye, motion carried. 5. Discuss request to change the requirements of the Wastewater Treatment/Collection System Operator position. Possible recommendations to the Council. Loff explained the Wastewater Treatment/Collection System Operator position has been posted since December 2025. The current position description allows candidates six months from hire to obtain a CDL. Cesafsky wishes to update the position description to require a CDL upon hire indicating this change would be in keeping with what the Street Department currently requires and could help reduce the number of unqualified applicants. Motion by Monarski/Marr to recommend Council approve the request to change the requirements of the Wastewater Treatment/Collection System Operator position to require a CDL upon hire. All present voting aye, motion carried. 6. Discuss amendments to the Time Away From Work and holiday pay policies related to work schedule changes at the Street Department. Possible recommendations to the Council. Loff explained that the new Street Department schedule of 10-hour shifts Monday – Thursday makes two Friday holidays unnecessary as the department already has those days off. The proposed change is for the Street Department to be paid for eight, 10-hour holidays which is consistent with their new schedule. The change keeps the number of holiday hours paid out at 80 hours per year, per employee. Motion by Monarski/Marr to recommend Council approve the changes to the Time Away From Work - Holiday Pay Policy for the Street Department as presented. All present voting aye, motion carried. 7. Adjournment. Motion by Marr/Monarski to adjourn at 8:10 am. All present voting aye, motion carried. Minutes submitted by, John Monarski, Chair MINUTES Committee #2 Labor Negotiations, Personnel, Policy & Administration Committee #2 - Labor Negotiations, Personnel, Policy & Administration met on Tuesday, September 1, 2026 at 8:00 am in the Council Chambers, City Hall, 30 West Central Street, Chippewa Falls, WI. Committee members present: John Monarski, Jody Marr, and Chuck Hull. Mayor/Other Council Members present: Tim Normand and Paul Nadreau. Others present: Finance Manager/Treasurer Lynne Bauer; Human Resource Generalist Sarah Loff: Police Chief Ryan Douglas; Fire Chief Brian Tonnancour; Parks, Recreation, and Forestry Director John Jimenez; and City Clerk Bridget Givens. Call to order: 8:00 am 1. Approval of minutes from August 18, 2026. Motion by Marr/Hull to approve the minutes from August 18, 2026. All present voting aye, motion carried. 2. Discuss starting date for Police Department recruit. Possible recommendations to the Council. Police Chief Douglas requested approval to start a current recruit in November 2026, approximately eight weeks before their Police Academy start date. The recruit has successfully completed psychiatric and medical background checks and has been provided a conditional offer of employment. Douglas plans to use the eight weeks in question to start the recruit’s official employee orientation, field training, ride-alongs, and log observation hours. The proposal is a deviation from past department processes but has become an industry standard of late. Human Resource Generalist Loff questioned what would happen if, for any reason, the recruit was unable to start at the Academy in January 2027. Chief Douglas stated the recruit would remain on the force and enroll in the next possible Academy session. Motion by Marr/Hull to recommend Council approve the start date for the Police Department recruit effective for the November 3, 2026 pay period. All present voting aye, motion carried. 3. Adjournment. Motion by Marr/Hull to adjourn at 8:09 am. All present voting aye, motion carried. Minutes submitted by, John Monarski, Chair Minutes Committee #2 Labor Negotiations, Personnel, Policy & Administration September 2, 2026 Committee #2 met on Wednesday, September 2, 2026 at 8:00 AM in the Council Chambers, City Hall, 30 West Central Street, Chippewa Falls, WI. Committee Members present: John Monarski, Jody Marr, Chuck Hull Committee Members absent: None Mayor/Other Council Members present: Jason Hiess Others present: Finance Manager/Treasurer Lynne Bauer, Human Resource Generalist Sarah Loff, Attorney Nathan Miller, Fire Chief Brian Tonnancour, Fire Union Members John Goodman, Jon Krejchi, Nick Mompier and Dan Stumpf. Call to Order: 8:02 am 1. Open Session 2. Closed Session Motion by Marr/Hull to go into Closed Session under Wis. Stats. Sec. 19.85(1)(e) for "deliberating or negotiating the purchasing of public properties, the investing of public funds, or conducting public business with competitive or bargaining implications” to: a. Discuss labor negotiation issues and strategies; b. Negotiations between the City and Chippewa Falls International Association of Firefighters, Local 1816 and to include the Mayor/Council/Committee Members, Miller, Bauer, Loff, Tonnancour, Fire Union Bargaining Representative(s); may return to Open Session. Roll Call Vote: Marr – Aye; Hull – Aye; Monarski - Aye. Motion carried. The Committee discussed Items (a) and (b) above. 3. Adjournment Motion by Monarski/Marr to adjourn at 11:06 am. Roll Call Vote: Monarski – Aye; Monarski – Aye; Hull - Aye. Motion carried. Minutes submitted by, Lynne Bauer, Finance Manager/Treasurer Minutes Committee #2 Labor Negotiations, Personnel, Policy & Administration September 17, 2026 Committee #2 met on Thursday, September 17, 2026 at 8:00 AM in the Council Chambers, City Hall, 30 West Central Street, Chippewa Falls, WI. Committee Members present: John Monarski, Jody Marr, Chuck Hull Mayor/Other Council Members present: None Others present: Finance Manager/Treasurer Lynne Bauer, Human Resource Generalist Sarah Loff, Attorney Nathan Miller, Police Chief Ryan Douglas, Police Union Members Dan Downey, Alex Hale, Zach Joyce, Shayn Thornton and WPPA Union Representative Robert Powell. Call to Order: 8:00 am 1. Open Session 2. Closed Session Motion by Marr/Hull to go into Closed Session under Wis. Stats. Sec. 19.85(1)(e) for "deliberating or negotiating the purchasing of public properties, the investing of public funds, or conducting public business with competitive or bargaining implications” to: a. Discuss labor negotiation issues and strategies; and b. Negotiations with Chippewa Falls Professional Police Association related to a new contract; and to include the Council/Committee members, Mayor, Bauer, Loff, Miller, Douglas and police union representatives; may return to Open Session. Roll Call Vote: Marr – Aye; Hull – Aye; Monarski - Aye. Motion carried. The Committee discussed Items (a) and (b) above. Motion by Monarski/Marr to return to Open Session. All present voting aye. Motion carried. 3. Adjournment Motion by Marr/Hull to adjourn at 10:01 am. All present voting aye, motion carried. Minutes submitted by, Lynne Bauer Finance Manager/Treasurer Minutes Committee #3 Transportation, Construction, Public Safety and Traffic Committee #3 met on Tuesday, September 22, 2026 at 6:30 pm at Fire Station #1, 1301 Chippewa Crossing Boulevard, Chippewa Falls, WI. Committee Members present: Tim Normand, Rob Kiefer, and Dan Dixon. Mayor/Other Council Members present: Mayor Hiess Others present: Finance Manager/Treasurer Lynne Bauer, Fire Chief Brian Tonnancour; Town of Anson Representatives -Garret Yohnk, Stacy Steinke, Scott Schemenauer, Gary Lazarz; Town of Eagle Point Representatives – Mike Sedlacek, Pauline Spiegel; Town of Tilden Representatives – Gary Meinen, Eric Bohl, Dan Reischel, Kathleen Shear, Kelsey Anderson; Town of Wheaton Representatives – Eugene Gutsch, Steve Harmon. Call to Order: 6:30 pm 1. Open Session 2. Motion by Kiefer/Dixon to go into Closed Session under Wis. Stats. Sec. 19.85(1)(e) for “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" to discuss and consider the following: a. EMS per capita rates; and to include the Mayor, Council, City Attorney, Tonnancour, Bauer, and township representatives; may return to Open Session for possible action on Closed Session item. Roll Call Vote: Aye – Kiefer; Aye – Dixon; Aye - Normand. Motion carried. The committee discussed Item (a) above. Motion by Kiefer/Dixon to return to Open Session. All present voting aye, motion carried. 3. Adjournment. Motion by Kiefer/Dixon to adjourn at 8:26 pm. All present voting aye, motion carried. Minutes submitted by: Tim Normand, Chair Minutes Committee #3 Transportation, Construction, Public Safety and Traffic Committee #3 met on Wednesday, September 30, 2026, at 9:00 am in the Council Chambers, City Hall, 30 West Central Street, Chippewa Falls, WI. Committee Members present: Tim Normand, Rob Kiefer, and Dan Dixon. Mayor/Other Council Members present: John Monarski Others present: Finance Manager/Treasurer Lynne Bauer, Fire Chief Brian Tonnancour; Police Chief Ryan Douglas; Police Sgt. Steve McMahon; Mickel Daniels; Katrina Grube; and City Clerk Bridget Givens. Call to Order: 9:00 am 1. Open Session 2. Approve minutes of the September 1, 2026 Committee #3 Meeting. Motion by Dixon/Kiefer to approve the minutes of the September 1, 2026 Committee #3 Meeting. All present voting aye, motion carried. 3. Discuss appeal of a dangerous dog order issued to Mickel Daniels in accordance with Animal Care and Licenses Code Section, §12.11 of the Chippewa Falls Municipal Code. Possible recommendations to the Council. Mickel Daniels and Katrina Grube appeared to appeal the dangerous dog order issued for their two dogs. They noted they have begun to comply with the leash and muzzle requirements of the ordinance but have found other requirements to be cost prohibitive. Mr. Daniels has attempted to reach out to various resources for assistance with additional training or possible rehoming of the dogs. Chief Douglas provided an overview of the police report and history related to the dangerous dog order as issued by the department. He noted they have responded to 13 animal-related cases at the residence since 2024. Motion by Dixon/Kiefer to uphold the dangerous dog order issued to Mickel Daniels in accordance with the Animal Care and Licenses Code Section, §12.11 of the Chippewa Falls Municipal Code. All present voting aye, motion carried. Mr. Daniels was advised of the process should he wish to further contest the determination. 4. Motion by Kiefer/Dixon to go into Closed Session at 9:24 am under Wis. Stats. Sec. 19.85(1)(e) for “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" to discuss and consider the following: a. EMS per capita rates; and to include the Council, Mayor, City Attorney, Bauer, Givens, and Tonnancour; may return to Open Session for possible action on Closed Session item. Roll Call Vote: Aye – Kiefer, Dixon, Normand. Motion carried. The Committee discussed Item (a) above. Motion by Kiefer/Dixon to return to Open Session at 10:03 am. Roll Call Vote: Aye – Kiefer, Dixon, Normand. Motion carried 5. Adjournment. Motion by Dixon/Kiefer to adjourn at 10:04 am. All present voting aye, motion carried. Minutes submitted by: Tim Normand, Chair Minutes Committee #4 Recycling/Computerization/Building/Intergovernmental Services Committee # 4 met on Tuesday, September 22, 2026 at 9:00 am at City Hall, Council Chambers, 30 West Central Street, Chippewa Falls, WI. Committee Members present: Jody Marr, Paul Nadreau and Tim Normand. Mayor/Council Members present: Rob Kiefer and John Monarski. Others present: Utility Office Manager Courtney Trainor; City Planner/Transit Manager Brad Hentschel; Parks, Recreation and Forestry Director John Jimenez; Fire Chief Brian Tonnancour; and City Clerk Bridget Givens. Call to Order: 9:00 am 1. Approval of minutes from August 14, 2026. Motion by Normand/Nadreau to approve the minutes from August 14, 2026. All present voting aye, motion carried. 2. Discuss options for Council iPad replacement. Possible recommendations to the Council. Utility Office Manager Trainor noted that the Council iPads were purchased in 2021 with revenues from franchise fees. Trainor reviewed the current status of all City iPads including available storage, monthly cost, and whether or not current users wish to pursue other options. Trainor presented replacement costs and identified potential savings if all City devices use AT&T FirstNet. New iPads will cost $350-$400 for either 128GB or 256GB of storage. Laptops would run approximately $1,400 plus another $80 per year for security features and VPN. Motion by Nadreau/Normand to recommend Council approve the purchase of 256GB iPads for the seven Council Members, and one for Parks and Recreation, with referral to Committee #1 for funding. All present voting aye, motion carried. 3. Discuss options for the Casper Park Maintenance Building. Possible recommendations to the Council. Parks, Recreation and Forestry Director Jimenez advised that he reached out to the DNR to determine what restrictions may be in effect for the property, as proceeds from a Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF) Grant were used for acquisition. Discussion ensued relative to potential placement of a new building and demolition of the current building. A preliminary sketch was shared and Jimenez noted that a warming house was proposed as part of the initial application for the grant. It is unknown if this condition would be required for any new construction. Following additional discussion, the Committee indicated that without direction from the DNR, decisions cannot be made. Another meeting will be scheduled on September 28, 2026 to further discuss this item. No action taken. 4. Discuss the possibility of adding a storage building in Irvine Park for vehicle attachments. Possible recommendations to the Council. Jimenez discussed the need for additional equipment and attachment storage at Irvine Park. Discussion included types, sizes, and potential locations of new storage facilities. The Committee requested Jimenez work with the Park Board to determine current needs and the best location options for additional storage, keeping future growth and funding options in mind. No action taken. 5. Adjournment. Motion by Normand/Nadreau to adjourn at 10:06 am. All present voting aye, motion carried. Minutes submitted by: Jody Marr, Chair Minutes Committee #4 Recycling, Computerization, Buildings and Intergovernmental Services Committee #4 met on Friday, August 14, 2026 at 9:00 am at City Hall, Council Chambers, 30 West Central Street, Chippewa Falls, WI. Committee Members present: Jody Marr, Paul Nadreau, and Tim Normand. Mayor/Council Members present: Mayor Hiess and Rob Kiefer. Others present: Finance Manager/Treasurer Lynne Bauer; Director of Public Works/Utility Manager Brandon Cesafsky; City Planner/Transit Manager Brad Hentschel; Police Chief Ryan Douglas; Fire Chief Brian Tonnancour; Library Director Joe Niese; Street, Fleet, and Utility Maintenance Manager Rick Ruf; Brooke Petska and Thad Behling of ISG Services (remotely); Brian Reilly of Ehlers; and City Clerk Bridget Givens. Call to Order: 9:00 am 1. Approve minutes of the July 6, 2026 Committee #4 meeting. Motion by Normand/Nadreau to approve the minutes of the July 6, 2026 Committee #4 Meeting. All present voting aye, motion carried. 2. Discuss the City’s Capital Improvement Planning process. Possible recommendations to the Council. Councilor Marr provided an overview of the work done by Committee #4 in an attempt to create a roadmap to develop a comprehensive Capital Improvement Plan (CIP). Marr indicated she was in favor of pursuing a comprehensive facility assessment that includes detailed cost estimates and recommendations for updating and maintaining the City’s facilities. Fire Chief Douglas noted that as a Department Head, he has responsibilities in relation to his building; however, that is not his area of expertise. He also shared his support in hiring a consultant to conduct a facilities assessment. The Committee then heard from Brian Reilly of Ehlers who provided details on their proposal to develop a long-term financial plan for the City, indicating that the CIP becomes a key component in developing the financial plan. A complete CIP will allow for Ehlers to determine strategies for structuring debt and give Council an opportunity to look beyond the immediate budget year and consider the City's overall capital needs. ISG provided information relative to their ability to help determine the capital needs of the City; prioritize those needs; obtain estimates; and differentiate between routine maintenance, repair, and major infrastructure projects. The timeline was reviewed noting the entire process between both Ehlers and ISG would take approximately one year. Concerns relative to the need to obtain additional bids for the services being provided by ISG and what the City could reasonably borrow each year to fulfill the needs identified in the CIP were raised. Motion by Marr/Normand to recommend Council enter into a negotiated contract agreement with ISG to compile a full facility assessment and CIP of all City-owned infrastructure, excluding the library, with this and Ehlers’ Financial Management Plan to be completed by the end of next July with funding to be determined by Committee #1. All present voting aye, except Nadreau who voted no, motion carried. Motion by Normand/Nadreau to postpone action to a later date on Items 3 and 4 below. All present voting aye, motion carried. 3. Discuss options for the Casper Park Maintenance Building. Possible recommendations to the Council. 4. Discuss the possibility of adding a storage building in Irvine Park for vehicle attachments. Possible recommendations to the Council. 5. Discuss draft Fire Department Training Room Rental Agreement. Possible recommendations to the Council. Chief Tonnancour reviewed the draft agreement including rates and the inclusion of charges for AV equipment. He noted that Section 3 will be updated to include language that the $100 security deposit will be required via check or money order which will be held by the Public Safety Administrative Specialist. Motion by Normand/Nadreau to recommend Council approve the Fire Department Training Room Rental Agreement including the additions to Section 3. All present voting aye, motion carried. 6. Adjournment. Motion by Normand/Marr to adjourn at 10:11 am. All present voting aye, motion carried. Minutes submitted by: Jody Marr, Chair Minutes Committee #4 Recycling/Computerization/Building/Intergovernmental Services Committee #4 met on Monday, September 28, 2026 at 9:15 am, City Hall, Council Chambers, 30 West Central Street, Chippewa Falls, WI. Committee Members present: Paul Nadreau, Jody Marr, and Tim Normand. Mayor/Other council Members present: John Monarski. Others present: City Planner/Transit Manager Brad Hentschel; Parks, Recreation and Forestry Director John Jimenez; Fire Chief Brian Tonnancour; Police Chief Ryan Douglas; and City Clerk Bridget Givens. Call to Order: 9:33 am 1. Discuss options for the Casper Park Maintenance Building. Possible recommendations to the Council. Parks, Recreation and Forestry Director Jimenez stated the DNR has approved demolition of the Casper Park Maintenance Building and construction of a new building with no requirement for a warming house on the property. This was communicated by the DNR via email; however, Councilor Normand requested an official document regarding their decision. Motion by Marr/Normand to recommend Council approve demolition of the white house and garage at Casper Park. All present voting aye, motion carried. The Committee also discussed ideas for the new building including simplifying the roof design, size of the structure, and placement on the property in proximity to utilities and parking. Jimenez noted that the Park Board has placed their trust in the Director and staff to determine the best location for the building. Motion by Marr/Normand to recommend Council direct the Parks, Recreation and Forestry Director to proceed with an RFP for the Casper Park Maintenance Building in accordance with the specifications provided for the building. All present voting aye, motion carried. 2. Adjournment. Motion by Nadreau/Normand to adjourn at 9:47 am. All present voting aye, motion carried. Minutes submitted by, Jody Marr, Chair   PROCLAMATION WHEREAS , safe, accessible streets are essential for the well-being of all residents, including children, older adults, and people with disabilities; and WHEREAS , thousands of Wisconsinites, including over 100,000 with vision loss, rely on sidewalks, curb ramps, acce ssible pedestrian signals, white canes, and service animals to navigate public spaces safely; and WHEREAS , Wisconsin’s White Cane Law requires drivers to stop at least 10 feet from pedestrians using a white cane or service animal, reinforcing the need for driver awareness and pedestrian respect; and WHEREAS , communities can reduce injuries and save lives by investing in proven pedestrian safety infrastructure su ch as high-visibility crosswalks, traffic calming, and accessible design; and WHEREAS , raising awareness of pedestrian rights and responsibilities promotes a culture of safety and inclusion for all road users; NOW, THEREFORE, I, Jason Hiess, Mayor of the City of Chippewa falls do hereby proclaim October as PEDESTRIAN SAFETY MONTH and October 15, 2026 as WHITE CANE SAFETY DAY in the City of Chippewa Falls and call on all residents, leaders, and lawmakers to prioritize safe, accessible streets year- round. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and signed this on the 6 th day of October, 2026. Signed _____________________________________ Jason Hiess, Mayor RESOLUTION NO. 2026-27 RESOLUTION APPROVING FINAL PLAT OF SUMMIT RIDGE PHASE II RESOLVED, that the Final Plat of Summit Ridge Phase II being a parcel of land in the Northwest 1/4 of the Northwest 1/4, Section 9, Township 28 North, Range 8 West, in the City of Chippewa Falls, Chippewa County, Wisconsin, is hereby approved by the City of Chippewa Falls Plan Commission and the City of Chippewa Falls Common Council. Dated this 6th day of October, 2026. ADOPTED: ______________________________ ________________________________ Council President APPROVED: _____________________________ Mayor I hereby certify that the foregoing is a copy of a Resolution adopted by the Common Council of the City of Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin. ATTEST: ______________________________ City Clerk RESOLUTION NO. 2026-28 RESOLUTION ADOPTING RATES FOR STORMWATER UTILITY FEE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Common Council of the City of Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin, hereby adopts the following stormwater utility fee as provided in Chapter 32 of the Municipal Code of the City of Chippewa Falls: Monthly stormwater utility fee of the below amounts for the corresponding accounts: Residential $ 6.06 Commercial $78.73 Industrial $61.30 Multi-Family $50.64 Institutional $78.73 BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that when bills for stormwater fees are rendered, they become due and payable on the first of the month following the period for which service is rendered. A late payment charge of 1 percent per month will be added to bills not paid within 20 days of issuance. This late payment charge will be applied to the total unpaid balance for utility service, including unpaid late payment charges. The late payment charge is applicable to all customers. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Department of Public Utilities shall notify stormwater customers of the Stormwater rate with the first bill issued at the new rate. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this resolution replaces Resolution 2023-07, adopted March 21, 2023. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this resolution and rates shall become effective on November 1, 2026. Dated this 6 th day of October, 2026. ________________________________ Council President ADOPTED: _____________________________ APPROVED: _____________________________ Mayor ATTEST: _____________________________ City Clerk RESOLUTION NO. 2026-29 RESOLUTION APPROVING PRELIMINARY PLAT OF AKORN ACRES RESOLVED, that the Preliminary Plat of Akorn Acres being a parcel of land in the Southwest 1/4 of the Northeast 1/4, Section 31, Township 29 North, Range 8 West, in the City of Chippewa Falls, Chippewa County, Wisconsin, is hereby approved by the City of Chippewa Falls Plan Commission and the City of Chippewa Falls Common Council. Dated this 6th day of October, 2026. ADOPTED: ______________________________ ________________________________ Council President APPROVED: _____________________________ Mayor I hereby certify that the foregoing is a copy of a Resolution adopted by the Common Council of the City of Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin. ATTEST: ______________________________ City Clerk RESOLUTION NO. 2026-30 RESOLUTION APPLICATION FOR EXEMPTION FROM THE LEVY OF ANY COUNTY LIBRARY TAX WHEREAS, the County Board of Chippewa County, Wisconsin levies a County library tax; and WHEREAS, Section 43.64(2)(b) of the Wisconsin Statutes provides that any local unit of government which expends an amount equal to that which would be levied by the County Board for library purposes may apply for exemption from this tax; and WHEREAS, the City of Chippewa Falls does levy a tax for public library service and appropriates and expends for a library fund, a sum at least equal to that proposed to be levied by the County, under Section 43.64(2)(b)1 and 2 of Wisconsin Statutes. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Common Council of the City of Chippewa Falls hereby makes application to the Chippewa County Board to exempt the City of Chippewa Falls from the levy of any County library tax, as provided in Section 43.64(2)(b), as the City of Chippewa Falls has appropriated and will expend for its own library fund during the year 2027, an amount which is in excess of that proposed to be levied by Chippewa County. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that a certified copy of this Resolution be forwarded to the Chippewa County Clerk. Dated at Chippewa Falls this 6 th day of October, 2026. Council President: Paul Nadreau A D O P T E D : APPROVED: Mayor, Jason Hiess A T T E S T : City Clerk, Bridget Givens