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COMMON COUNCIL AGENDA July 14, 2026 The public may view/listen to the meeting by: • Calling Toll Free 1-844-992-4726, access code: 2634 284 2088 • Visiting the web link: https://tinyurl.com/RFCC071426 • Viewing the City's YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/cityofriverfalls Call Meeting to Order – 6:30 p.m. Pledge of Allegiance Roll Call Approval of Minutes – June 23, 2026 Council Meeting, Merchant McIntyre Workshop Approval of Bills: $ PUBLIC COMMENT, PETITIONS, REQUESTS AND COMMUNICATIONS 1. Public Comment If you are unable to attend the meeting in person but would like to submit a comment, please e-mail to the City Clerk’s office (awhite@rfcity.org). PUBLIC HEARING 2. Second Reading Ordinance 2026- 13, An ordinance amending Title 17 – Zoning, Chapter 17.124 (Regulations for the Protection of Wetlands Within the Shoreland) 3. Second Reading Ordinance 2026-14 An ordinance amending Title 10 – Vehicles and Traffic: Creating Chapter 10.21 relating to electric bicycles and electric scooters CONSENT AGENDA 4. Resolution Creating Ward 19 and Correcting the Ward Designation for the Territory Annexed by Ordinance No. 2026-12 5. Resolution Approving Merchant McIntyre & Associates, LLC 2026-2027 Agreement 6. Resolution approving the purchase of 29 new computer workstations from CDW-G ANNOUNCMENTS 7. Mayor’s Appointments REPORTS 8. Administrator Report 9. Comptroller Report 10. Mayor’s Good News CLOSED SESSION 11. Recess into Closed Session per Wisconsin State Statutes §19.85(1)(e) for the following purposes: “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 wit: Property located at 404 S. Winter Street RECONVENE INTO OPEN SESSION: 12. Act on Closed Session Items if necessary ADJOURNMENT NOTE: Any person who has a qualifying disabilit y accommodation the Americans with Disabilities Act that requires the meeting or materials to be in an accessible location or format, may contact City Clerk Amy White at (715) 426-3408 or in person at 222 Lewis Street, for accommodations. Requests for accommodation should be made at least three (3) business days in advance of the meeting. Every effort will be made to arrange accommodation. Posted at City Hall, Police Department and Library on 7/8/26; Publish: The Pierce County Journal: 07/8/26 Website: 07/8/26 CITY OF RIVER FALLS, WISCONSIN COMMON COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS June 23, 2026 Mayor Page called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m. City Council Members Present: Mei Mei Abdouch, Todd Bjerstedt, Nick Carow, Sean Downing, Diane Odeen, Michael Page, Rose Walker Staff Present: City Administrator Scot Simpson; Community Services Director/City Clerk Amy White ; City Attorney Chris Gierhart; Police Chief Gordon Young; Chief of Staff Jennifer Smith ; City Engineer Todd Nickleski; Utility Director Kevin Westhuis; Finance Director Josh Solinger, Economic Development Manager Keri Schreiner; Sergeant Denton Anderson; Senior Civil Engineer Chris Buntjer; IT Technician Jonathan Thoen The pledge of allegiance was said. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: June 9, 2026 meeting minutes MS Odeen/Carow to approve the minutes. Councilmember Walker noted one correction to the name of a speaker during public hearing. Minutes were updated by Clerk White Motion passed unanimously. APPROVAL OF BILLS: MSC Walker/Bjerstedt moved to approve the bills. Unanimous. PUBLIC COMMENT, PETITIONS, REQUESTS AND COMMUNICATIONS: William Hansen – Hansen commented on the impacts of the City's decision to drain Lake Louise following the 2020 flooding event, expressing concerns about environmental effects and the loss of hydroelectric power generation. He encouraged the Council to consider these factors in future decisions regarding the Junction Falls Dam and Lake George. Dana Linscott – Linscott provided an update on the organization's efforts to assist individuals experiencing housing instability. He emphasized the need for additional affordable and subsidized housing and expressed interest in beginning discussions with the City to explore potential housing solutions and identify feasible next steps. Cameron Nelson – Nelson commented on the display of the Pride flag at City Hall. He expressed concern that, while intended to promote inclusion, the display may make some members of the religious community feel excluded. He encouraged the City to display only the United States, W isconsin, and River Falls flags at City Hall as symbols of unity. PUBLIC HEARING: Annual Liquor License and Beer License Renewals – Hearing and Disposition by Motion for each License Class Clerk White confirmed the attendance of the agent. City Council Minutes for June 23, 2026 Page 2 At 6:38 p.m., the mayor recessed into a Public Hearing asking if anyone had comments about the license renewal s. As there were no questions or comments, the mayor moved back into Open Session at 6:39 p.m. MSC Odeen/Bjerstedt move to grant renewals for the Combination “Class A” Liquor and Class “A” Beer Licenses contingent that all licensing requirements are met at the time of issuance for Kwik Trip Stores #453. Unanimous. Mayor Page opened the public hearing at 6:40 p.m. First Reading Ordinance 2026-13, An ordinance amending Title 17 – Zoning, Chapter 17.124 (Regulations for the Protection of Wetlands Within the Shoreland) Senior Civil Engineer Chris Buntjer provided a presentation to Council. Staff clarified that the proposed ordinance changes would not alter wetland permitting requirements for either private developers or City projects. All projects impacting wetlands would continue to be subject to the same review and permitting process throu gh the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources, with the ordinance aligning local regulations with existing state requirements. Mayor Page closed the public hearing and reopened the council meeting at 6:45 p.m. Councilmember Downing asked why the City chose to extend the wetland ordinance citywide rather than only to targeted wetlands. Senior Civil Engineer Bunger explained that the Wisconsin DNR identified the City's ordinance as not being as stringent as state regulations because it did not apply to all wetlands. The proposed amendments address that deficiency by extending the ordinance citywide. Councilmember Walker requested clarification on the difference between a shoreland zone and a wetland, as well as the meaning of impervious surfaces. Bunger explained that the shoreland zone generally applies to areas adjacent to the Kinnickinnic River, while the amendments would apply wetland buffer requirements to all wetlands in the City. He noted that impervious surfaces include roads, buildings, and other hard surfaces that are restricted within wetland buffer areas. Councilmember Walker further asked whether the amendments created new requirements for developers. Administrator Simpson explained that developers are already required to comply with DNR wetland regulations. The ordinance amendments simply incorporate those existing state requirements into the City's code, allowing the City to review and enforce compliance without creating additional regulatory requirements. Councilmember Odeen asked how future changes to DNR regulations would affect the City's ordinance. Administrator Simpson explained that incorporating state language into the City's ordinance could require future amendments if state regulations change, as the City could otherwise become either more or less restrictive than the state. Councilmember Abdouch asked whether the ordinance could automatically follow future state regulatory changes or require more restrictive standards. City Attorney Gierhart responded that either approach could be adopted as a policy decision. Council discussed the possibility of amending the ordinance at the second reading to ensure the City's standards would remain at least as restrictive as future state regulations. Mayor Page opened the public hearing at 6:59 p.m. First Reading Ordinance 2026-14 An ordinance amending Title 10 – Vehicles and Traffic: Creating Chapter 10.21 relating to electric bicycles and electric scooters. Mayor Page closed the public hearing and reopened the council meeting at 7:00 p.m. City Council Minutes for June 23, 2026 Page 3 Councilmem ber Downing asked whether the City should consider future requirements for identifying electric bicycle classes and how modified bicycles would be addressed. Council member Odee n explained that state law requires Class 1, 2, and 3 e- bikes to display a classification sticker. Administrator Simpson noted that the ordinance primarily references state statutes while relying on officer discretion for enforcement. Co uncilmember B jerstedt asked whether similar ordinances had been implemented successfully elsewhere. Administrator Simpson responded that many municipalities have recently adopted similar regulations, but because e- bike and scooter regulations are relatively new, there is limited long- term experience. He introduced Sergeant Anderson, who coordinated development of the ordinance. Co uncilmember Abdouch asked how the City would educate the public about the new ordinance. Sergeant Anderson stated that the Police Department would work with City staff to develop educational materials through the City's communication channels. Council also discussed the poss ibility of future signage reminding trail users to yield to pedestrians. Co uncilmember Page raised concerns about ambiguous reflector size requirements in the ordinance and questioned whether compliant reflectors were readily available. Sergeant Anderson, Matt Johnson (The Garage Bikes + Brews), and staff agreed the language should be clarified to reflect available products and avoid creating unintended compliance issues. CO NSENT AGENDA Acknowledgment of the following minutes : BID Board (5/12/26) →→pulled by Abdouch; Police and Fire Commission (1/5/26); Park and Recreation Advisory Board (5/20/26) ; Plan Commission (5/5/26); Utility Advisory Board (4/20/26; 5/18/26) Resolution No. 7090 Approving the River Falls Public Library Furniture Purchase Contract Resolution No. 7091 Approving the River Falls Public Library Construction Contract for the Solarium, Lower-Level Technology and Community Room Glass Wall Surround Resolution No. 7092 Approving Wastewater Treatment Plant 2025 Compliance Maintenance Annual Report Resolution No. 7093 Approving 2026 Directional Boring Contract Resolution Approving Purchase of Paulson Road Street Lights→→pulled by Carow Resolution No. 7094 Approving Community Arts Based Request for Noise Control Exemption for Art on the Kinni Resolution No. 7095 Approving Community Arts Based Request for City Assistance for Art on the Kinni M SC Odeen/Carow to approve the remainder of the Consent Agenda. Unanimous. A cknowledgment of the following minutes: BID Board (5/12/26) Councilmember Abdouch indicated she has specific questions regarding the minutes. She was advised to reach out to the Board for clarification. MSC Abdouch/Odeen to acknowledge the minutes. Unanimous. Re solution No. 7096 Approving Purchase of Paulson Road Street Lights. Councilmember Carow asked staff whether the proposed light fixtures had been used elsewhere in the City and inquired about their performance and warranty. Utility Director Westhuis responded that the same fixtures are installed along Cascade Avenue and at the Paulson Road roundabout, where they have performed well with no reported complaints. He confirmed the fixtures include a standard five-year warranty. MSC Carow/Page to approve the resolution. Unanimous. ANNO UNCEMENTS: Mayor’s Appointments Mayor Page appointed Joel Donna and Lance Hovland to the Utility Advisory Board City Council Minutes for June 23, 2026 Page 4 MCS Odeen/Carow to approve the appointments. Unanimous. Parks and Recreation Proclamation Councilmember Downing read the proclamation REPORTS: Administrator’s Report No questions for Administrator Simpson Mayor’s Good News Mayor Page thanked everyone who attended the recent Cookout Conversation, noting the strong community turnout and the park's continued success. She announced the next Cookout Conversation will be held on July 16 at Hoffman Park and reminded residents that River Falls Days will take place July 9–12, with the parade on July 10 and the theme "Christmas in July." CLOSED SESSION At 7:28 p.m., MS Downing/Carow move to Recess into Closed Session per Wisconsin State Statutes §19.85(1)(e) for the following purposes: “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 wit: 1091 Sutherland Ave and property with Parcel ID 276-01060-0100”. Mayor asked for a roll call vote which passed 7-0 . RECONVENE INTO OPEN SESSION At 9:05pm, MSC Odeen/Abdouch to move back into Open Session. Unanimous. MSC Bjerstedt/Walker to adjourn at 9:06 p.m. Unanimous. Respectfully submitted, Amy White, Community Services Director/City Clerk MERCHANT MCINTYRE FEDERAL FUNDING WORKSHOP June 9, 2026 City Hall – Council Chambers Councilmembers Present: Mayor Alison Page, Sean Downing, Diane Odeen, Rose Walker, Michael Page, Todd Bjerstedt, Mei Mei Abdouch Absent: Nick Carrow City Staff Present: City Administrator Scot Simpson, IT Specialist Jon S mits, Community Services Director/City Clerk Amy White, Chief of Staff Jennifer Smith, Assistant to the City Administrator Jason Rohloff, Community Development Director Am y Peterson, Office Support Specialist Brenda Randleman, Police Chief Gordon Young, City Engineer Todd Nickleski, Assistant Director of Community Development Emily Shively, Utility Director Kevin Westhuis Presenters: Associates from Merchant Mcintyre Tristan Southard and Fiona McLeod Mayor Alison Page opened the workshop at 5:30 p.m. City Administrator Scot Simpson introduced the two presenters from Merchant McIntyre – Vice President Tristan Southard and Government Relations Associate Fiona McLeod. Southard explained that Merchant McIntyre has been assisting the City of River Falls with identifying and securing federal funding applicable to the City’s priorities since December 2022. Southard then outlined the workshop agenda: Situation Analysis in Washington D.C.; Federal Funding Strategy Overview; and Strategy Discussion with Question & Answer session. Merchant McIntyre Associates presented an update on the City's federal funding strategy, focusing on surface transportation, public safety, economic development, and the Kinnickinnic River Corridor. Southard reviewed the partnership's results to date, including more than $6.16 million secured and over $50 million in pending grant requests. Current applications for the Main Street project were summarized, including a $24 million BUILD Grant request and a $21.9 million Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) Implementation Grant request. Expected award timelines are anticipated later in 2026. Southard explained that the surface transportation funding strategy is centered primarily on two federal programs: the Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) Grant Program and the Better Utilizing Investments to Leverage Development (BUILD) Grant Program. Implementation of the SS4A Grant Program is planned for late 2026. Southard noted that the Council Workshop Minutes June 9, 2026 Page 2 BUILD Grant Program provides both planning and implementation grants for transformative surface transportation projects with significant local or regional impact, with award amounts capped at $25 million. The BUILD program remains a primary funding vehicle for the Main Street Project. Staff and consultants will continue to track ongoing applications and deadlines for federal funding opportunities to ensure timely submissions. Discussion then centered on the Kinnickinnic River Corridor project. Council reviewed the completed feasibility phase, the request for $1.85 million in Congressional Directed Spending for project cooperation and early design, and the likely local match requirements. It was noted that the federal funding cap had increased from $10 million to $15 million; however, the City would still likely need to assemble approximately $6 million to $7 million in local or state- supported funding to complete the project. The discussion emphasized that once a Project Cooperation Agreement is signed, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers would control project timing, contractor selection, and construction phasing. Council discussed the importance of maintaining communication with congressional representatives regarding funding requests and appropriations for the Kinnickinnic River Corridor project. Continued engagement with the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) was also encouraged to explore potential funding opportunities for dam removal and to clarify whether grant funds may be used to satisfy local match requirements. Additional updates were provided by McLeod regarding public safety and economic development initiatives. The City has secured $430,000 in FY26 Congressional Directed Spending for police portable radio equipment and $1.4 million in FY24 funding for fire station renovations. Staff and consultants continue to monitor opportunities related to a regional dispatch center, including potential federal and state funding sources for a feasibility study. Additional grant opportunities are also being explored for fire station renovations through the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) Grants for Arts Program and for a Water Tender through FEMA's Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) Program. Economic development efforts remain focused on identifying and pursuing additional grant opportunities to support small businesses in conjunction with downtown redevelopment projects. Staff will continue to monitor available funding programs and resources that can strengthen downtown business growth and revitalization efforts. Abdouch questioned whether affordable housing grants or funding opportunities were available. Southard discussed the challenges facing housing development nationwide and noted that direct federal housing funding opportunities remain limited, with stronger prospects currently available at the state level. The discussion highlighted a strategy of pursuing infrastructure-related grants, including water and sewer improvement funding, that could indirectly support housing affordability and future development. Staff will continue monitoring federal and state grant opportunities related to affordable housing and will remain attentive to HUD and Rural Development housing assistance programs that may benefit the Housing Authority. Council Workshop Minutes June 9, 2026 Page 3 Council comments reflected support for maintaining focus on the City's major priorities, particularly the Main Street Project and Kinnickinnic River Corridor initiatives, while recognizing the lengthy timelines and complexity associated with federal funding partnerships. Council also discussed the importance of maintaining a strong working relationship with Merchant McIntyre Associates and continuing communication regarding long-term projects, funding strategies, and anticipated timelines. Additional discussion included consideration of whether hiring a state lobbyist could enhance the City's ability to secure state funding opportunities and legislative support for local government projects. Council also noted community concerns regarding road maintenance needs and potential traffic increases associated with annexation and future development, emphasizing the importance of continued monitoring and planning to address these issues. Mayor Page adjourned the workshop at 5:57 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Brenda Randleman, Office Support Specialist 2 MEMORANDUM TO: Mayor Page and City Council FROM: Chris Buntjer, Senior Civil Engineer DATE: July 14, 2026 TITLE: CHAPTER 17.124 – REGULATIONS FOR THE PROTECTION OF WETLANDS WITHIN THE SHORELAND: PROPOSED CODE UPDATES – Second Reading RECOMMENDED ACTIONS Second reading and Disposition of the proposed o rdinance amendments to Chapter 17.124 – Regulations for the protection of wetlands within the shoreland. BACKGROUND This memorandum outlines proposed code updates designed to bring the zoning code into conformance with DNR regulations. The City’s Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System ( MS4) program was audited by the DNR in November of 2025 and the City received a “City of RF MS4 Audit Program Eval Summary” from the DNR on February 10, 2026 (Attachment A). The document identifies 1 required action item for the City to address: “The ordinance or other regulatory mechanism shall establish or include new development and infill, and post -construction performance standards equivalent to those in ss. NR 151.122 through 151.126 and 151.242 through 151.246, Wis. Adm. Code per Section (2.5.1 (c)).” The DNR’s summary specifically calls out NR 151.125 and NR 151.245, which are “Protective areas performance standards” for wetlands, outstanding and exceptional resource waters, perennial and intermittent streams, and lakes. The City’s MS4 permit from the DNR requires that the City’s stormwater and wetland ordinances be at least as stringent as DNR regulations. It appears that the City’s Wetland and Shoreland Protection ordinances (Ch. 17.124 & Ch. 17.128) incorporate the requirements of NR 151, but only within the shoreland zone. DISCUSSION In order to address the DNR’s comment and satisfy State and Federal rules, the City needs to revise its ordinances to require the establishment of protective areas (i.e., buffer areas). These protective areas vary in width depending on the type and quality of surface water feature (i.e., wetland, lake, stream, etc.). Construction activity and impervious surfaces are not prohibited within these protective areas, but must be justified withi n the narrative of the stormwater management plan submitted to the DNR explaining why there is no practical alternative. Memorandum to Mayor and City Council July 14, 2026 Page 2 The proposed ordinance revisions are intended to revise the Wetland and Shoreland ordinances in such a way that they apply to any delineated wetland areas (or other qualifying waters) within the corporate limits of the City, and not just those within the s horeland zone. Additionally, the proposed revisions will clearly specify the DNR’s required buffers for Protective Areas based on type and quality. The proposed updates include: • Changing the Section Title Ch. 17.124. • Revising the General Provisions section Ch. 17.124.010.C.1.a. to include all wetlands within the City’s corporate limits. • Adding the DNR’s definition of Protective Area to Ch. 17.124.020, which includes buffers of varying widths depending on resource quality and type. • Revising the Shoreland- wetland zoning district section in Ch. 17.124.030 to include all wetlands within the City’s corporate limits. • Adding requirements for the inclusion of impervious surfaces within Protective Areas to the Shoreland-wetland zoning district section 17.124.030. Projects with wetland impacts will still require DNR permits and be subject to the same requirements, with additional help from City staff to ensure that projects comply with DNR regulations. ANALYSIS Though staff have taken care to ensure that the recommended changes below address DNR concerns, there is room for both qualitative and quantitative adjustments by City Council. The proposed updates aim to bring City code into alignment with the requirements of its MS4 permit and NR 151 and satisfy the action item from the DNR’s audit. CONCLUSION The proposed code updates are intended to incorporate all the elements of NR 151 that did not appear to be present within Ch. 17.124. The City Attorney has reviewed the proposed amendments for statutory compliance and ordinance formatting. RECOMMENDATION The Plan commission voted to recommend the City Council adopt the proposed ordinance amendments at its June 2, 2026 meeting. Second reading and disposition of the proposed ordinance amendments to Chapter 17.124 – Regulations for the protection of wetlands within the shoreland is recommended. February 10, 2026 Todd Nickleski 222 Lewis Street Suite 224 River Falls WI 54022 Subject: City of River Falls MS4 Permit (FIN#31431) Program Evaluation Summary Dear Mr. Nickleski: On November 4th and 5th, 2025 Department of Natural Resources Stormwater staff met with City of River Falls representatives to evaluate implementation of the city’s MS4 Permit Program. This evaluation was conducted through the Department’s authority under Sections 4.12 - 4.13 of the permit. During the evaluation, areas of non- compliance were noted as reflected in Table 1 of the enclosed summary. The “Required Actions” listed must be fully implemented to comply with the permit. “Recommendations” are also made in the table and while not necessarily required, they are items or practices that are hallmarks of a program successfully implementing the permit. Please review this information carefully as it is intended to help the city address items of noncompliance and inform the city’s internal processes and procedures to improve overall consistency and effectiveness of your efforts to improve and protect the water quality of the resources that are one of the big reasons for the city’s growth. The city is subject to the Lake St. Croix TMDL, approved by USEPA in August 2012. It should be noted that the city is in the process of updating their compliance modeling. Evaluation Participants: Department Staff Michelle Asher, Stormwater Specialist Leanne Hinke, Stormwater Specialist Teagan Wagner, Stormwater Engineer City Staff Todd Nickleski, City Engineer Chris Buntjer, Senior Civil Engineer Tyler Galde, Planning & Engineering Technician Erica Ellefson, Public Works Manager Please provide a written response within thirty (30) days of receipt of this letter addressing efforts on behalf of the City to resolve any issues described in the summary and provide a proposed timeline. Thank you for your cooperation with the Department’s Municipal Storm Water Management Program. The time, effort, and patience of your staff extended to us before, during, and after the evaluation were greatly appreciated. If you have any questions or concerns regarding this letter, please contact me at 715-829-5344 or Michelle.Asher@Wisconsin.gov. State of Wisconsin DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES 1300 W. Clairemont Ave. Eau Claire WI 54701 dnr.wi.gov wisconsin.gov Page 2 Sincerely, Michelle Asher Stormwater Specialist Enclosure: 2025 City of River Falls MS4 Permit Program Evaluation Summary Report CC: Leanne Hinke, DNR Stormwater Specialist Teagan Wagner, DNR Stormwater Engineer Chris Buntjer, City of River Falls Senior Civil Engineer Tyler Galde, City of River Falls Planning & Engineering Technician Erica Ellefson, City of River Falls Public Works Manager Page 3 There are 37 permitted MS4s in the West Central Region. Programs were first developed in the west central region in the 1990’s under Phase I permits in accordance with the Clean Water Act and Wisconsin’s delegated NPDES permitting authority under EPA. Storm water runoff (rural and urban) contributes pollutants to streams and lakes and causes impairments. Common pollutants of concern causing these impairments are metals, PAHs, Total Suspended Solids (TSS) and phosphorus. Increases in impervious area, traffic volumes, development density, and non-residential uses associated with urbanized areas contribute additional pollutant generation and runoff. Municipal separate storm sewer systems convey this runoff, in many cases, directly without treatment to surface waters. If a waterway is not impaired, it is expected that this program will sustain existing water quality in the receiving resource. The purpose of the MS4 permit program is to bring awareness to potential causes of and resolutions to urban runoff pollution and to minimize, with the ultimate goal of eliminating, pollution in runoff discharged from the MS4. This is done by introducing enhanced storm water management planning, implementing, and establishing measurable goals in what are typically already existing municipal operations. By periodically inspecting these programs, the Department intends to accomplish three primary objectives: 1. Program Compliance - Determine compliance with the MS4 permit. 2. Program Consistency - Gain a better understanding of the written municipal procedures as it relates to the permit and program implementation, both for the MS4 being inspected (MS4 benefit) and for comparison against other programs statewide (DNR and MS4 benefit) 3. Program Efficacy - Improve operations to meet statewide water quality performance standards and targets established in local water quality planning efforts. The City of River Falls was first permitted in October of 2006 under the Department’s Storm Water Municipal General Permit, WPDES Permit Number WI-S050075-01, and was reissued coverage under the general permit (WPDES Permit Number WI-S050075-3) on February 10, 2022. The general permit can be referenced online at Municipal storm water permit overview | | Wisconsin DNR. The city’s MS4 discharges to Kinnickinnic Watershed, Kinnickinnic River, and South Fork of the Kinnickinnic River, Rocky Run, St. Croix River, and connected unnamed tributaries. The Kinnickinnic and St. Croix Rivers are designated waters listed by the State as Area of Special Natural Resource Interest (ASNRI) for supporting endangered and threatened species. Upstream and downstream of the city limits, the Kinnickinnic River are listed as a Class I trout stream. Class I streams are high quality trout waters that have sufficient natural reproduction to sustain populations of wild trout, at or near carry capacity capable of supporting natural reproduction. The city is subject to the Lake St. Croix TMDL, approved by USEPA in August 2012. It should be noted that the city is in the process of updating their compliance modeling. As part of the audit, the Department reviewed the city’s existing legal authorities (ordinances), procedures for Illicit Discharge Detection and Elimination (IDDE) dry-weather field screening and response, procedures for construction site inspection and enforcement, public works yard Storm Water Pollution Prevention Planning (SWPPP), the MS4 map, and the 2025 MS4 Annual Report. These procedures were discussed specifically with the city staff implementing them. The purpose of this discussion was to: 1. Eliminate any inconsistencies between documented procedures and program implementation. 2. Identify areas where program implementation is deficient in meeting the minimum permit requirements. 3. Identify areas where the city is improving or excelling at MS4 program implementation. 4. Clear up any concerns or questions regarding a permit requirement, purpose and intent, and implementation. Page 4 OVERALL PROGRAM MANAGEMENT The MS4 program is managed by several staff working in the Engineering and Public Works Departments for the City of River Falls. Many of the MS4 goals are reported, documented, and well organized through ArcGIS Field Maps and Survey 123 platforms, which allow staff to effectively identify and track construction, maintenance, and facility operations. PUBLIC EDUCATION AND OUTREACH/PUBLIC INVOLVEMENT AND PARTICIPATION – MS4 GP SECTION 2.1-2.2 The city has a number of public education and outreach programs that address storm water, as required by the MS4 permit. Outreach includes Earth Fest, held at the University of Wisconsin River Falls (UWRF) annually on Earth Day, storm drain stenciling by local high school students, river clean-up events, and a rain barrel reimbursement program. The city’s website https://rfmu.org/251/Storm-Water has a page dedicated storm water management, and how it relates to water quality. It includes links to storm water projects previously mentioned as well as other educational/ involvement and information regarding the MS4 permit, along with appropriate city staff contacts. The city is also a member of the regional stormwater consortium, Rain to Rivers of Western Wisconsin (R2R) (https://www.raintorivers.org/), a partnership comprised of several local and county governments that hold MS4 permits and also utilize the group to help fulfill the Public Education and Outreach permit conditions. The consortium provides educational information on all eight topic areas described in Section 2.1.1, Table 1 of the MS4 General Permit through radio advertisements, billboards, and other ad space to educate the public on storm water related issues. R2R also attends various municipal fairs and conferences with a booth manned with a member representative and educational games. R2R members also host and attend various summits, conferences, and meetings in the area. The city also covers many of these topics through their own means, in addition to their involvement in R2R. Stormwater messages specific to several topics have been developed. The City’s web page has information on the Adopt a Pond program, IDDE, what is in stormwater runoff, and fertilizers. Stormwater signs, pet waste dispensers, and receptacles are located in many of the city’s parks. The City has conversations with developers/project managers explaining their “why” behind their stormwater requirements, such as installing construction Best Management Practices (BMPs), and protecting environmentally sensitive areas within project areas. The city also streams annual MS4 report presentations at council meetings on their YouTube page https://www.youtube.com/user/cityofriverfalls. Currently, the effectiveness of outreach activities is not tracked but is noticed by how many ponds are being adopted. Also, construction inspections are improving, and the City is finding less issues and issues are corrected more promptly. Page 5 ILLICIT DISCHARGE DETECTION AND ELIMINATION (IDDE) PROGRAM – MS4 GP SECTION 2.3 The City’s Illicit Discharge Detection and Elimination (IDDE) program is implemented by the Engineering and Public Works Departments. The IDDE ordinance was last updated in 2007 and prohibits illicit discharges and provides exemptions for certain non-stormwater discharges, such as firefighting, car washing, and irrigation, found within Chapter 12.18.010 of the ordinance. The City has enforcement mechanisms through Notice of Violations, administrative fines of $187/day and up to $1000/day, emergency cease and desist orders, suspension of MS4 access, and abatement reimbursement. Of the city’s 89 outfalls, all major outfalls (15) and a third of the minor outfalls are inspected annually. To date, no illicit discharges have been detected or reported. Inspections are documented within ArcGIS Survey 123, which maps the locations of each outfall, along with specific inspection data and photos pertaining to each outfall. This information allows city staff and crews to determine what maintenance is needed or has previously been completed for each outfall. The Engineering Department’s number is located on the city’s webpage for the public to report a spill. If a spill occurs after hours, the public is directed to call the DNR Spill Hotline or the Fire Department, both numbers are listed on the website (https://www.rfcity.org/245/Engineering). When complaints are received, they are immediately investigated by engineering staff and an IDDE report form is filled out and kept on file. The City maintains an internal procedure sheet detailing IDDE procedures, appropriate contacts that lead in follow-up procedures, spill cleanup company or contractor. In addition, the City is looking into IDDE sampling kit options to have readily available in staff vehicles and intend to purchase the kits within the next 30 days. Outreach efforts to educate the public about IDDE have been made through signage on display at the local baseball stadium and the MS4 Annual Report is presented to the city council. Annual staff training is provided, and procedures are outlined in Storm Water pollution Prevention Plans (SWPPPs) located at the Public Works building. CONSTRUCTION SITE EROSION CONTROL – MS4 GP SECTION 2.4 The city’s Construction Site Pollutant Control program is led by the City Engineer, Senior Engineer, and Planning and Engineering Technician. The city’s construction site erosion control ordinance requirements were last updated in 2016 with minor changes on post-construction and are found in Chapter 12.16.020.A. The city’s threshold for requiring erosion control permit coverage applies to land development or land disturbing activity of any commercial, industrial or multi-family residential site that would change the stormwater performance the site. Once an application is received, the city’s construction site plan review and permitting procedure begins with the Engineering Department. Plans are then shared, reviewed, and discussed with Public Works and Utility staff. Each plan is required to meet the city’s requirements outlined in the construction site permit checklist for pre- and post-development hydrology, potential impacts of proposed activity, quantity of stormwater discharges, potential impact on water resources and drainage utilities, and effectiveness and acceptability of proposed stormwater management measures. Erosion control aspects are reviewed by the Planning and Engineering Technician. The permit includes a financial guarantee that is held until all stormwater facilities are properly installed and certified by an engineer. A long-term maintenance agreement is also required prior to release of the financial guarantee. The city has 15 days to review applications. If deficiencies are found during the review process, the city notifies the applicant via email with comments. Once application requirements are met, the permit is issued by the city’s Senior Engineer. Application fees depend on the size of the project and cost $1000 + $100/additional acre. Page 6 Once a project is permitted, the permittee is required to install and implement Best Management practices (BMP’s) prior to land disturbing activity. The Planning and Engineering Technician oversees construction sites and meets the inspection frequencies requirements outlined in the MS4 General Permit. All active sites are mapped and assigned for inspections though Survey 123 and Fields Map app. Once an inspection is complete, they are sent to the permittee or contractor and then saved to a folder online. When issues are found, an inspection report is sent along with a re-inspection date. In most instances, a 24-hour timeline is given for repairs to be made, depending on the weather. Inspections continue until 70% stabilization is achieved, at which time, permits are terminated. When a site is out of compliance, the city has the authority to issue warnings, NOVs, citations, and bill permittees for costs incurred by the city to repair sites. The Planning and Engineering Technician has the authority to implement enforcement, including the issuance of citations. Citations can be issued daily at a rate of $187/day and up to $1000/day maximum. POST-CONSTRUCTION STORM WATER MANAGEMENT – MS4 GP SECTION 2.5 The city’s post-construction storm water management program is overseen by the engineering department. The city’s post-construction ordinance is Chapter 12.16 Stormwater Management of the local municipal code. The ordinance largely mimics NR151 performance standards and exceeds some requirements including reduction of TSS by 85% for new development (compared to the department’s requirement of 80%). The ordinance also appears to have some inconsistencies with NR151 performance standards. For example, it does not appear that the ordinance includes standards equivalent to the protective area performance standards of NR 151.125 or NR 151.245 as required by the permit. It should be noted the City is currently working on amending its ordinance (Ch.17.24-Regulations for the protection of wetlands within the shoreland) to apply to all wetlands in the City. The tentative schedule is to consider the proposed amendment at planning commission in March, and City Council in March and April of 2026. POLLUTION PREVENTION– MS4 GP SECTION 2.6 The city’s Pollution Prevention Program is overseen by the Public Works Manager. The municipal public works facility, yard waste site, and privately owned facilities are inspected the second Wednesday of each month by the Public Works Supervisor. Inspections forms are filled out, scanned, and saved online in the city’s Stormwater Pond GIS layer. A Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan for the Municipal Yard and Yard Waste Facility was updated in November 2025 to include snow disposal locations, disposal of material from the facilities pond, street sweeping disposal, and city pit. The city’s Public Works department is responsible for BMP inspection and maintenance, street sweeping, public works yard operations, and winter road maintenance. Leaf Collection Leaves are swept five days a week starting in mid-September (or when leaves begin to fall) until the weather turns cold (approximately 60 days). Each Public Works employee with a designated snowplow route also sweeps their route and leaves are brought to the yard waste site. The city does not offer yard leaf collection pick-up for residents, but residents are encouraged to drop-off leaves at the yard waste site. Street Sweeping A Tymco 500 a regenerative air street sweeper is used throughout the city in the Spring (weather dependent) and sweeping also coincides with Fall leaf collection. Sweepings are taken to the Public Works facility yard and are Page 7 hauled to Waste Management Hazarded Waste facility in Eagan, MN. There is a designated area at the Public Works facility where sweepers are washed out. Two inlets are located in the street sweeping washout area. The larger of the two is cleaned out up to six times per year or on an as needed basis and material removed is taken to by Waste Management to their landfill in Burnsville, MN. Overflow from the sump drain leads to a smaller inlet, which drains into the facilities pond in the northwest corner of the property. Sweepings are tracked and tonnage is updated on the city’s website. Catch Basin Cleaning A majority of the catch basins are cleaned annually during the street seeping process to prevent any maintenance issues. If a catch basin is clogged, the city uses a vac unit to clean it out and materials are stored at the Public Works facility along with the street sweeping materials. Yard Waste Site The city’s yard waste site is located at 901 West Locust Street and is open April through November (weather dependent) on Tuesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays, and Sundays with set hours. During this time, the public can drop-off leaves, grass clippings, tree debris, and Christmas tree collection in January. Electronic recycling items, such as old phones, printers, computers, TV screens, and monitors are also accepted and placed in a watertight metal shipping container. A gate with a large overhang was recently installed to prevent illegal dumping and large industrial vehicles from entering the site. In December of each year, a custom grinding company is contracted to grind the materials on site. A majority of the material is hauled to a burn plant, and a small amount of mulch is kept on site. A second grinding occurs in January after Christmas tree collection. Winter Road Maintenance The city maintains approximately 161 lane-miles primarily using salt. The city also pre-treats with brine, and beet-heat as a pre-wetter. No sand is used. The city has found that prewetting the salt provides less scatter loss. Treated salt is used on sidewalks. However, they are phasing out the use of treated salt. Once phased out, they plan on buying a small, bagged amount for sidewalks rather than keeping a larger supply at the Public Works facility. Five plow trucks are used, along with a one-ton truck equipped with a salt brine tank for pretreating. Plow trucks are calibrated at the beginning of the winter season and recalibrated as needed and there is a maximum salt limit per lane mile that trucks can use. Snow is disposed of in two field locations adjacent to the Waste Water Treatment Plant (WWTP) and debris is removed once the snow has melted in the spring by St. Croix County Trustees. Snow disposal locations are listed on the storm sewer system map. Turf Management The city manages 18 city parks greater than 5 acres in size. There is no ordinance regarding fertilizer management. However, the city does not typically use granular fertilizer but does use a broad leaf herbicide. Nutrients are applied in the spring (weather dependent) but this does not occur every year. Chemicals are stored in a locked storage building in Larson Park and a small supply of weed killer (two, one-gallon jugs) is stored at the Public Works facility. Currently, the City does not conduct soil testing. It was noted if the City should need to establish turf area of five acres or greater at a park property in the future, soil testing will be conducted. Internal Staff & Education The city has a robust training program let by the Public Works Manager, Engineering Technician, and Safety Coordinator. Education is prioritized through frequent trainings such as: annual training of Public Works employees, training of new employees, IDDE prevention, reporting, and cleanup training, Wisconsin Saltwise trainings (with plans of hosting a Saltwise training in 2026), fertilizer/weed training, confined space, forklift, trenching/excavating/ CPR, basic first-aid, chemical usage, spills, trenching & excavating, chainsaw safety, and Page 8 urban forestry. Effectiveness is based on how staff implements things upon receiving training. The city maintains an internal training log that employees fill out at every training. Stormwater Quality Modeling MS4 GP Section 2.7 The department received the city’s pollutant load analysis and the modeled storm water management in 2007. The city’s modeling to meet the 20% TSS reduction requirement included street sweeping twice annually and twice weekly for the downtown area. The city states that they still perform this sweeping and track the weight of material collected. The 40% TSS requirement that is detailed in s. NR 151.25(2)(4), is no longer enforceable due to the provisions of state budget bill 2011 Wisconsin Act 32. It should be noted, however, that if storm water treatment best management practices were in place as of July 1, 2011, and provide treatment beyond the 20% TSS reduction requirement, those practices must continue to be maintained. Page 9 TABLE 1. OBSERVATIONS & REQUIRED ACTIONS SUMMARY Program & Permit Reference Observations (A – Required Action*, B – Recommended Action) *necessary to maintain compliance with referenced permit condition 2.5 Post-Construction Storm Water Management A.2 The ordinance or other regulatory mechanism shall establish or include new development and infill, and post-construction performance standards equivalent to those in ss. NR 151.122 through 151.126 and 151.242 through 151.246, Wis. Adm. Code per Section (2.5.1 (c)). Other Documentation: Program documents associated with the City of River Falls MS4 (Program procedures, ordinances, modeling, and annual reports provided by the City) are located in the Eau Claire DNR Service Center, 1300 W Clairemont Avenue, Eau Claire, WI. ORDINANCE NO. 2026-13 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING TITLE 17 ZONING, CHAPTER 17.124 (REGULATIONS FOR THE PROTECTION OF WETLANDS WITHIN THE SHORELAND) THE COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RIVER FALLS DOES ORDAIN: Section 1. That Chapter 17.124 - Title be amended as follows: Chapter 17.124 – REGULATIONS FOR THE PROTECTION OF WETLANDS WITHIN THE SHORELAND Chapter Title to be amended as follows: Chapter 17.124 – REGULATIONS FOR THE PROTECTION OF WETLANDS AND SHORELAND Section 2. That Chapter 17.124.010.C.1.a. – Introductory provisions, General Provisions, Applicability be amended to cover all City wetlands and not just those near the river as follows: C. General Provisions. 1. Applicability. a. The use of wetlands and the alteration of wetlands within the City’s corporate limits shall be in full compliance with the terms of this Chapter and other applicable local, state, or federal regulations, including without limitation § 281.36, Wis. Stats., and Chapters NR 103 and NR 151, Wis. Adm. Code, and as may be amended from time to time. Section 3. That Chapter 17.124.020 Definitions be amended to add the definition of Protective Area as follows: “Protective Area” means an area of land that commences at the top of the channel of lakes, streams and rivers, or at the delineated boundary of wetlands, and that is the greatest of the following widths, as measured horizontally from the top of the channel or delineated wetland boundary to the closest impervious surface. However, in this section, “protective area” does not include any area of land adjacent to any stream enclosed within a pipe or culvert, so that runoff cannot enter the enclosure at this location. (a) For outstanding resource waters and exceptional resource waters, 75 feet. (b) For perennial and intermittent streams identified on a U.S. geological survey 7.5- minute series topographic map, or a county soil survey map, whichever is more current, 50 feet. (c) For lakes, 50 feet. (d) For wetlands not subject to par. (e) or (f), 50 feet. (e) For highly susceptible wetlands, 75 feet. Highly susceptible wetlands include the following types: calcareous fens, sedge meadows, open and coniferous bogs, low prairies, coniferous swamps, lowland hardwood swamps, and ephemeral ponds. (f) For less susceptible wetlands, 10 percent of the average wetland width, but no less than 10 feet nor more than 30 feet. Less susceptible wetlands include: degraded wetlands dominated by invasive species such as reed canary grass; cultivated hydric soils; and any gravel pits, or dredged material or fill material disposal sites that take on the attributes of a wetland. (g) In pars. (d) to (f), determinations of the extent of the protective area adjacent to wetlands shall be made on the basis of the sensitivity and runoff susceptibility of the wetland in accordance with the standards and criteria in s. NR 103.03. (h) Wetland boundary delineation shall be made in accordance with s. NR 103.08 (1m). This paragraph does not apply to wetlands that have been completely filled in compliance with all applicable state and federal regulations. The protective area for wetlands that have been partially filled in compliance with all applicable state and federal regulations shall be measured from the wetland boundary delineation after fill has been placed. Where there is a legally authorized wetland fill, the protective area standard need not be met in that location. (i) For concentrated flow channels with drainage areas greater than 130 acres, 10 feet. (j) Notwithstanding pars. (a) to (i), the greatest protective area width shall apply where rivers, streams, lakes, and wetlands are contiguous. A stream or lake is not eligible for a lower protective area width even if contiguous to a less susceptible wetland. Section 4. That Chapter 17.124.030 Shoreland-wetland zoning district be amended to include all City wetlands as follows: B. District Boundaries. 1. The shoreland-wetland zoning district includes all wetlands that are shown on the most recent version of the Wisconsin wetland inventory, have a valid DNR-approved delineation, or are: Section 5. That Chapter 17.124.030 Shoreland-wetland zoning district be amended to add requirements for Protective Areas as follows: E. 3. Requirements for Protective Areas. a. No impervious surface including transportation facilities as defined in Wis. Admin. Code § NR 151.002 (48) may be constructed within a protective area unless the transportation facility authority determines, in consultation with the department of natural resources, that there is no practical alternative. If there is no practical alternative to locating an impervious surface or transportation facility within a protective area, the impervious surface or transportation facility may be constructed in the protective area only to the extent the transportation facility authority, in consultation with the department of natural resources, determines is reasonably necessary. The transportation facility authority shall state in the design plan prepared pursuant to s. NR 151.241 (3), why it is necessary to construct the impervious surface or transportation facility within a protective area. b. Where land disturbing construction activity occurs within a protective area, adequate sod or self-sustaining vegetative cover of 70 percent or greater shall be established and maintained where no impervious surface is present. The adequate sod or self -sustaining vegetative cover shall be sufficient to provide for bank stability, maintenance of fish habitat, and filtering of pollutants from upslope overland flow areas under sheet flow conditions. Non-vegetative materials, such as rock riprap, may be employed on the bank as necessary to prevent erosion such as on steep slopes or where high velocity flows occur. Note: It is recommended that seeding of non- invasive vegetative cover be used in the protective areas. Some invasive plants are listed in Ch. NR 40. Vegetation that is flood and drought tolerant and can provide long-term bank stability because of an extensive root system is preferable. Vegetative cover may be measured using the line transect method described in the University of Wisconsin ext ension publication number A3533, titled “Estimating Residue Using the Line Transect Method”. c. Best management practices such as filter strips, swales, or wet detention ponds, that are designed to control pollutants from non-point sources, may be located in the protective area. Note: Other laws, such as Ch. 30, Wis. Stats., and Chs. NR 103, 115, 116, and 117, Wis. Admin. Code, and as may be amended from time to time, and their associated review and approval processes may apply in the protective area. d. Exemptions. This section does not apply to any of the following: i. Structures that cross or access surface waters such as boat landings, bridges, and culverts. ii. Transportation facilities from which the runoff does not enter the surface water, including wetlands, without first being treated by a BMP to meet the requirements of ss. NR 151.242 to 151.243, except to the extent that vegetative ground cover is necessary to maintain bank stability. Note: A vegetated protective area to filter runoff pollutants from transportation facilities described in par. ( iii) is not necessary since the runoff at that location is treated prior to entering the surface water. Other practices necessary to meet the requirements of this section, such as a swale or pond, will need to be designed and implemented to reduce runoff pollutants prior to runoff entering a surface water of the state. The requirements of Ch. NR 103 still apply and should be considered before runoff is diverted to or from a wetland. Section 6. Effective date. This ordinance amendment shall take effect from and after its date of publication as provided by law. FOR THE CITY OF RIVER FALLS Alison Page, Mayor ATTEST: Amy White, City Clerk Adopted: ____________ Published: ____________ 3 MEMORANDUM TO: Mayor Page and City Council FROM: Gordon Young, Chief of Police DATE: July 14, 2026 TITLE: ORDINANCE CREATING CHAPTER 10.21 REGULATING ELECTRIC BICYCLES AND ELECTRIC SCOOTERS – Second Reading RECOMMENDED ACTION Second reading and disposition to adopt Ordinance 2026-14 creating Chapter 10.21 of the Municipal Code to regulate the use of electric bicycles and electric scooters within the City of River Falls. BACKGROUND The City of River Falls has received calls and complaints regarding the operation of electric bicycles (e -bikes) and electric scooters in areas shared with pedestrians and motor vehicles, including city streets, sidewalks, and multi-use/shared bike paths. Electric bicycles and electric scooters differ from traditional bicycles in speed, weight, and method of propulsion. These devices are capable of operating at higher speeds and are often used in locations not designed for their operation. At present, the Municipal Code does not contain comprehensive, locally adopted regulations specific to electric bicycles and electric scooters. The proposed ordinance is intended to establish a clear local framework governing their use in order to protect public safety for operators, pedestrians, and the motoring public. DISCUSSION Current Situation The Police Department has received complaints regarding young children operating powered electric bicycles and scooters in public spaces. In many cases, these devices are not equipped or designed to safely operate in lanes of traffic, nor are the operators adequately prepared to navigate roadway conditions. Operation of these devices under such circumstances presents a life- safety concern for the operators as well as for pedestrians, bicyclists, and the motoring public. Proposed Ordinance The proposed ordinance creates Chapter 10.21 of the Municipal Code to regulate electric bicycles and electric scooters. Key provisions include: Memorandum to Mayor and City Council July 14, 2026 Page 2 • Defining electric bicycles by class and distinguishing them from electric scooters; • Establishing minimum age and licensing requirements for operators; • Limiting where electric bicycles and electric scooters may be operated, including restrictions on sidewalks; • Requiring compliance with applicable state traffic laws and local ordinances; • Establishing equipment and lighting requirements; and • Assigning responsibility to parents or guardians who knowingly permit violations by minors. These provisions are intended to provide clarity for residents, operators, and enforcement while addressing safety concerns associated with the increased use of powered electric devices. CONCLUSION It is recommended that the Council adopt Ordinance 2026-14 creating Chapter 10.21 of the Municipal Code to regulate electric bicycles and electric scooters. This ordinance establishes reasonable and clearly defined rules to address safety concerns, protect young users, and reduce risks to pedestrians and the motoring public. ORDINANCE NO. 2026-14 AN ORDINANCE CREATING CHAPTER 10.21 OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO ELECTRIC BICYCLES AND ELECTRIC SCOOTERS THE COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RIVER FALLS DOES ORDAIN: Section 1. That Chapter 10.21 titled “Regulating Electric Bicycles and Electric Scooters,” of the City of River Falls Municipal Code is hereby created to read as follows: “10.21 Regulating Electric Bicycles and Electric Scooters. Sections 10.21.010 Definitions. As used in this chapter, the following terms shall have the meaning indicated: Bike Paths are defined as any impervious surface completely separated from the roadway that are eight feet wide or greater and constructed for pedestrian, bicycle, or other non- automotive means of transportation. Bike Paths may also be referred to as Multi-Use Paths or Shared Use Paths. Electric Bicycle means a bicycle that is equipped with fully operative pedals for propulsion by human power and an electric motor of 750 watts or less and that meets the requirements of any of the following classifications: A. Class 1 Electric Bicycle means an electric bicycle equipped with a motor that provides assistance only when the rider is pedaling and that ceases to provide assistance when the bicycle reaches the speed of 20 miles per hour. B. Class 2 Electric Bicycle means an electric bicycle that may be powered solely by the motor and is not capable of providing assistance when the bicycle reaches the speed of 20 miles per hour. C. Class 3 Electric Bicycle means an electric bicycle equipped with a motor that provides assistance only when the rider is pedaling and that ceases to provide assistance when the bicycle reaches the speed of 28 miles per hour. Electric scooter means a device weighing less than 100 pounds that has handlebars and an electric motor, powered by an electric motor and optionally human power , and has a maximum speed of not more than 20 miles per hour on a paved level surface when powered solely by the electric motor. “Electric scooter” does not include an electric personal assistive mobility device, motorcycle, motor bicycle, electric bicycle, or moped. Sidewalks are defined as any impervious portion of a roadway between the curb line or lateral lines of a roadway and adjacent property lines constructed for pedestrian use and are less than eight feet in width. 10.21.020 Permitted users of electric bicycles and electric scooters. Operators of a Class 3 electric bicycle on City roadways, sidewalks, or bike paths must be 16 years of age or older. No person less than 12 years of age shall operate an electric scooter on City roadways , sidewalks, or bike paths except that persons 8 through 11 years of age may do so during daylight hours if accompanied by an adult capable of remaining close enough to ensure the safe operation of the scooter by such child, such as by walking or running alongside, using their own electric scooter or bicycle, or engaging in a similar activity. This provision is intended to permit the usage of electric scooters by families. 10.21.030 Rules of the Road. Subject to the provisions of this Chapter 10.21, the provisions of Chs. 346 and 347, Wis. Stats., and applicable City ordinances , shall govern the operation of electric bicycles and electric scooters, where appropriate. 10.21.040 Use of electric bicycles and electric scooters; Where prohibited. Only Class 1 E lectric Bicycles may be used on sidewalks that allow bicycle use on the same terms and conditions (e.g., age restrictions), provided they are being operated without motor assistance and using only human power. Class 2 Electric Bicycles and Class 3 Electric Bicycles are prohibited from use on all sidewalks in the City. Electric scooters may be used on sidewalks or bike paths that allow bicycle use on the same terms and conditions (e.g., age restrictions). Electric scooters are prohibited from use on any roadway having a speed limit of more than 25 miles per hour. A map showing certain sidewalks and bike paths as of the date of adoption of this Chapter 10.21 is attached hereto as Exhibit A. 10.21.050 Equipment Regulations. Every person using electric scooters between one-half hour after sunset and one-half hour before sunrise shall have the scooter equipped with a lamp firmly attached to the front of such electric scooter exhibiting a white light to the front, and with a ref lector or a lamp mounted on the rear of the vehicle visible at a distance of 500 feet. The reflector shall not be less than one and a half to two inches for rectangular models or three inches in diameter for round models. 10.21.060 Riding electric bicycles and electric scooters on roadway. Every person operating an electric bicycle or electric scooter upon a roadway shall ride as near to the right side of the roadway as practicable, exercising due care when passing a standing vehicle or one proceeding in the same direction. Persons riding electric bicycles or electric scooters upon a roadway shall ride single file. 10.21.070 Responsibility of parent or guardian for violation. No parent or guardian of any child shall authorize or knowingly permit such child to violate any of the provisions of this chapter 10.21. 10.21.080 Penalty. Any person violating the provisions of this chapter 10.21 shall be subject to the provisions of chapter 1.20 of this municipal code.” Section 2. Severability. The provisions of this ordinance shall be deemed severable and it is expressly declared that the City of River Falls would have passed the other provisions of this ordinance irrespective of whether or not one or more provisions may be declared invalid. If any provision of this ordinance or the application to any person or circumstances is held invalid, the remainder of the ordinance and the application of such provisions to other person’s circumstances shall not be deemed affected. Section 3. Effective date. This Ordinance shall take effect from and after its date of publication as provided by law. FOR THE CITY OF RIVER FALLS Alison H. Page, Mayor ATTEST: Amy White, City Clerk Adopted: ____________ Published: ____________ EXHIBIT A MEMORANDUM TO: Mayor Page and City Council FROM: Amy White, Community Services Director/City Clerk DATE: July 14, 2026 TITLE: RESOLUTION CREATING WARD 19 AND CORRECTING THE WARD DESIGNATION FOR THE TERRITORY ANNEXED BY ORDINANCE NO. 2026- 12 RECOMMENDED ACTION Adoption of the attached Resolution creating Ward 19, assigning the territory annexed by Ordinance No. 2026-12 to Ward 19, designating the polling place for the ward, and correcting the clerical error contained in Section 4 of the annexation ordinance. BACKGROUND On October 20, 2025, the City of River Falls received a Petition for Annexation by Unanimous Consent pursuant to Wis. Stat. § 66.0217(2). The petition was submitted by the owners of one hundred percent (100%) of the property—the Delbert F. Johnson Revocable Trust and the Elaine H. Johnson Revocable Trust, through Trustee Randall Johnson—requesting annexation of approximately 55.444 acres from the Town of Clifton to the City of River Falls. The annexed property consists of Parcel Identification Numbers (PINs) 002-01001-0200 and 002- 01001-0600. The petition certified that the territory has a population of zero, making the annexation eligible for annexation by unanimous approval under Wis. Stat. § 66.0217(2). The Common Council approved the annexation by adopting Ordinance No. 2026- 12 on June 9, 2026. The ordinance assigned the property a Future Land Use designation of Medium Density Residential and Mixed Use and temporary zoning classifications of R-2 Multiple Family (Medium Density) Residence District and B -3 Highway Commercial District upon the recommendation of the Plan Commission pursuant to Wis. Stat. § 66.0217(8)(a). DISCUSSION Following adoption and recording of Ordinance No. 2026- 12, staff identified a clerical error in Section 4 of the ordinance. The ordinance states that the annexed territory shall become part of Ward 2. Upon review of the City's adopted ward map and election boundaries, staff determined that the territory should instead be assigned to a newly established Ward 19. Because Ward 19 does not currently exist, the Common Council must formally establish the ward before the annexed territory can be assigned to it. Wisconsin law authorizes municipalities to establish and adjust municipal wards for election purposes under Wi s. Stat. § 5.15. Following annexation, municipalities are also responsible for assigning annexed territory to appropriate 4 Memorandum to Mayor and City Council July 14, 2026 Page 2 election wards and reporting those changes to the appropriate election officials and the Wisconsin Elections Commission. The proposed resolution creates Ward 19, consisting solely of the territory annexed by Ordinance No. 2026-12, assigns the annexed property to that ward, and establishes the polling location for the ward as: River Falls City Hall 222 Lewis Street River Falls, WI 54022 Designating a polling location is consistent with the City's authority under Wis. Stat. § 5.25, which requires municipalities to establish polling places for each ward or combination of wards. The resolution also expressly provides that the newly established ward designation supersedes the inconsistent language contained in Section 4 of Ordinance No. 2026- 12. All remaining provisions of the annexation ordinance—including the annexation itself, l egal description, future land use designation, zoning classifications, reimbursement provisions, and effective date— remain unchanged. Following Council approval, the City Clerk will update the City's official ward records, election maps, and municipal boundary records and provide the required notifications to the Wisconsin Elections Commission, Pierce County, and other governmental agencies as required by law. CONCLUSION Staff recommends that the Common Council adopt the attached Resolution Creating Ward 19, Assigning the Territory Annexed by Ordinance No. 2026- 12 to Ward 19, and Designating the Polling Place. Adoption of the resolution will: • Formally establish Ward 19 in accordance with Wis. Stat. § 5.15; • Assign the annexed territory to the newly created ward; • Correct the clerical error contained in Section 4 of Ordinance No. 2026-12; • Designate River Falls City Hall, 222 Lewis Street, River Falls, Wisconsin 54022, as the polling location for Ward 19; and • Ensure the City's election records accurately reflect the City's municipal boundaries and ward structure while leaving all other provisions of Ordinance No. 2026-12 unchanged. RESOLUTION NO. RESOLUTION CREATING WARD 19 AND CORRECTING THE WARD DESIGNATION FOR THE TERRITORY ANNEXED BY ORDINANCE NO. 2026-12 WHEREAS, on October 20, 2025, the City of River Falls received a Petition for Annexation by Unanimous Consent pursuant to Wis. Stat. § 66.0217(2), requesting annexation of approximately 55.444 acres from the Town of Clifton into the City of River Falls; and WHEREAS, on June 9, 2026, the Common Council adopted Ordinance No. 2026- 12 annexing the territory into the City of River Falls and Section 4 of Ordinance No. 2026- 12 designated the annexed territory as part of Ward 2; and WHEREAS, the Common Council finds that creation of Ward 19 is necessary to properly administer elections and accurately assign the annexed territory to a municipal ward; and WHEREAS, following adoption of the ordinance, the City determined that the Ward 2 designation was made in error and that the annexed territory should instead be assigned to a newly created Ward 19 in accordance with the City's ward plan and election administration requirements. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the Common Council of the City of River Falls, Wisconsin, as follows: 1. Creation of Ward 19. Pursuant to Wis. Stat. § 5.15, the Common Council hereby establishes Ward 19, consisting solely of the territory annexed into the City by Ordinance No. 2026-12. 2. Ward Assignment. Effective upon adoption of this Resolution, the territory annexed by Ordinance No. 2026-12 shall be assigned to Ward 19 for all election and municipal purposes. 3. Polling Place. The polling place for Ward 19 shall be River Falls City Hall, 222 Lewis Street, River Falls, Wisconsin 54022, or such other polling place as may be designated by the Common Council in accordance with Wisconsin law. 4. Superseding Prior Ward Designation. The ward designation established by this Resolution shall supersede the inconsistent language contained in Section 4 of Ordinance No. 2026- 12, which designated the annexed territory as Ward 2. All other provisions of Ordinance No. 2026-12 remain unchanged and in full force and effect. 5. Clerk Duties. The City Clerk is directed to notify the Wisconsin Elections Commission, Pierce County, St. Croix County, and any other agencies as required by law; to update the City's official ward and election records; and to take all actions necessary to implement this Resolution. Dated this 14th day of July 2026. Alison H. Page, Mayor ATTEST: Amy White, City Clerk MEMORANDUM TO: Mayor Page and City Councilmembers FROM: Jason Rohloff, Assistant to the City Administrator DATE: July 14, 2026 TITLE: MERCHANT MCINTYRE & ASSOCIATES, LLC 2026-2027 AGREEMENT RECOMMENDED ACTION Approve the resolution authorizing the Merchant McIntyre & Associates, LLC 2026-2027 Agreement. BACKGROUND Since December 2022, Merchant McIntyre & Associates, LLC has had partnership agreements with the City of River Falls. Their role has been to help the City identify and secure federal funding opportunities that align with the City’s legislative priorities and strategic initiatives, while also advising the City on changing federal legislation, appropriations activity, and grant program requirements. Merchant McIntyre has helped the City shape funding strategy, match local projects to federal opportunities, prepare grant and congressional funding requests, facilitate engagement with federal lawmakers and agency officials, and provide annual insight into emerging opportunities and barriers. DISCUSSION As of December 31, 2025, The City’s investment in Merchant McIntyre has helped generate $5,736,550 in federal investments, with efforts continuing into 2027 and beyond (see grid attached). FINANCIAL The proposed agreement with Merchant McIntyre runs from July 1, 2026 to June 30, 2027. Billing is done in advance at a rate of $8,500 per month, for a total annual cost of $102,000 , which remains the same as the prior 2025-2026 agreement. CONCLUSION Merchant McIntyre & Associates, LLC has been a valuable partner in assisting the City of River Falls to pursue funding opportunities that support the City ’s strategic initiatives and legislative priorities. Continuing this partnership is expected to further strengthen the City’s ability to secure external funding and advance important projects efficiently and effectively. Sources Amount Uses Amount 2026-2027 General Fund $102,000 MM 2026-2027 Contract $102,000 5 Federal Agency/Funder Grant Program / Funding Opportunity Deadline/Timeline Internal SME Funding Details Description Completed Steps Next Steps U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Increase USACE Funding for Kinni Corridor Project FY27 Appropriations consideration in June/July 2026. Amy Peterson Pursuing up to $15,000,000 in federal support. RF and MM will pursue additional federal support for the Kinni Corridor project. RF and MM are pursuing dedicated funding under USACE’s Sec. 206 (Aquatic Ecosystem Restoration) in order to ensure the project is able to move forward. The City's proposed WRDA language was included in the enacted WRDA 2024 bill. This language lifts the cap on federal support through USACE's Sec. 206 program to $15,000,000. Waiver request granted by USACE HQ. Sen. Baldwin and Rep. Van Orden sent a letter advocating for the project's inclusion in USACE's FY26 Work Plan. MM has resubmitted the City's Congressionally Directed Spending request for $1.8 million for the Kinni Project to Sen. Baldwin. Sen. Baldwin submitted the project to the Senate Appropriations Committee. The Senate Appropriations Committee is expected to release their list of funded projects in June/July. Department of Transportation Safe Streets and Roads for All Deadline: May 26, 2026 Todd Nickleski Est. up to $25 million for implementation projects. Based on the City’s successful application for an SS4A Planning Grant in 2023, River Falls will be eligible to apply for an SS4A Implementation Grant of up to $25,000,000 in 2026. Prior to submitting an implementation application, the City must approve the SS4A Action Plan developed under the previous SS4A grant. Implementation funding provided in 2026 will be available to fund specific safety projects identified in the City’s finalized SS4A Action Plan. Biweekly calls established with Catherine (SME), Launch call completed. RF has shared draft Action Plan, project concepts, and high level budget estimates. MM has shared budget development documents and LOS template. RF and MM collaborating on updated scope and budget incorporating Main Street and 2nd Street. RF collecting LOS. RF and MM are finalizing materials and targeting submission on Friday (5/22). Federal Emergency Management Agency Fire Prevention and Safety (FP&S) Grant Program Deadline: June 22, 2026 Chief Wilson Award Ce iling: $1.5 million This program provides funding for activities to: reduce residential fire risk, including by increasing access to smoke alarm installations and fire prevention education and training; support the adoption and awareness of building codes; support fire-related investigations, and; improve firefighter safety, health, and well-being. MM shared background on FEMA grant funding and initiated data updates for the departments profile. MM to revisit with Chief Wilson. Federal Emergency Management Agency Assistance to Firefighters Grants (AFG) Deadline: June 22, 2026 Chief Wilson TBD The Assistance to Firefighters Grants (AFG) program is designed to enhance the health and safety of public and firefighting personnel and to provide support for emergency responders regarding fire, medical, and all hazard events. Funds may be used for operations and safety activities such as: training, equipment, personal protective equipment (PPE), wellness and fitness programs, modifications to facilities, additional; vehicle acquisition and joint/regional interoperability projects. MM shared background on FEMA grant funding and initiated data updates for the departments profile. MM to revisit with Chief Wilson. River Falls, Wisconsin Federal Grants and Earmarks Tracker ACTIVE FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES National Endowment for the Arts Grants for Arts Projects Deadline: July 9, 2026 TBD Est. up to $100,000 with 1-1 cost share requirement. This program provides funding for community art projects, including projects to incorporate are into community facilities, parks and historic sites. TBD MM to set meeting with City project leads. Economic Development Administration Public Works and Economic Adjustment Assistance Program Submitted: 12/17/24 Amy Peterson Request Amount: $2,195,204 River Falls and MM have engaged EDA to discuss a grant application to expand the St. Croix Valley Business Innovation Center (SCVBIC). Submitted on December 17, 2024. MM submitted follow up materials at EDA's request on January 10, 2025. MM shared requested RFEDC SF424 Form with RF on 11/19. RF to complete and return as soon as possible. Wisconsin Department of Administration Grants for Local Projects Submitted 10/30/25 Chief Wilson/Josh Solinger Requested $2,000,000 This program offers funding to non-state organizations for Capital Infrastructure projects that benefit the broader public. DOA seeks to collaborate with local organizations to create a positive impact on communities across Wisconsin. Submitted on October 30th, 2025 MM and RF to await updates from state. Department of Transportation Better Utilizing Investments to Leverage Development (BUILD) Grant Program Submitted 2/26/26 Todd Nickleski Requested $24,145,040.00 The City of River Falls previously applied for RAISE planning funding for the Connect River Falls Initiative (CRFI). Based on direction provided by the City, River Falls will pursue an implementation application in 2026 focused on Main Street redevelopment. Submitted on February 24th, 2026 Award annoucements anticipated from DOT in June 2026. FY27 Congressionally Directed Spending Congressionally Directed Spending/Community Project Funding Submitted 03/26/2026 Amy Peterson Requested $1,850,000 MM and RF resubmitted request for USACE funding to move the Kinni Project from the Feasibility phase to Design and Implementation Application submitted to Senator Bladwin 3/26/2026 MM and RF to await updates. FY27 Congressionally Directed Spending Congressionally Directed Spending/Community Project Funding Submitted 03/09/2026 Chief Wilson Requested Amount: $750,000 MM and RF will develop an application to Rep. Van Orden and Sen. Baldwin for a new fire engine for RFFD. Application Submitted to Congressman Van Orden on March 9th. MM and RF to await updates. Department of Agriculture Rural Business Development Grant (RBDG) Program Awarded in June 2023. Keri Schreiner $38,200 Awarded funding will be utilized to expand business recruitment activities at the St. Croix Valley Business Innovation Center. This funding has a performance period of one-year and the City may apply for funding in subsequent cycles to continue project activities. Performance period underway. RF and MM will reconvene based on FY24 application outcome. SUBMITTED GRANTS AWARDED GRANTS Department of Transportation Safe Streets and Roads for All Awarded in December 2023. Todd Nickleski $200,000 MM submitted an application for an SS4A Planning and Demonstration Grant. Funding will cover costs associated with retaining a consultant to develop a SS4A Action Plan for River Falls, building off existing roadway safety activities included in the City’s Comprehensive Plan. Receiving a Planning and Demonstration Grant will enable the City to pursue an Implementation Grant in subsequent cycles of the SS4A program. Notice of Award received on 12/13. RF will update MM on discussions with FHWA regarding grant agreement. WI Division of Energy, Housing and Community Resources Flexible Facilities Program Awarded in October 2024. Tanya Misselt $4,080,488 The State of Wisconsin Department of Administration has been awarded $107 million for the Flexible Facilities Program to provide grants to units of general local government (UGLGs) and tribal governments for the purpose of carrying out critical capital projects directly enabling work, education, and health monitoring in response to the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic public health emergen cy. Funding is available for the construction of new or renovation or expansion of existing libraries, community centers, and multi- purpose community facilities that will offer reliable, affordable high speed internet and other digital connectivity technology that will directly enable work, education, and health monitoring, including remote options. The program encourages focusing on economically distressed areas, supporting community empowerment, and adopting strong labor practices. Submitted in July 2024. MM will provide additional support as needed. WI Division of Enterprise Technology State and Local Cybersecurity Grant Program Awarded in November 2024. Mike Reardon $16,862 The City of River Falls, Wisconsin, seeks funding to perform and implement necessary cybersecurity upgrades to official City servers and technology. River Falls will respond to cybersecurity audits and vulnerability scans to ensure lasting safety, efficiency, and sustainability of the City's cybersecurity posture. Specifically, funding will be used to purchase MFA and MDR contracts. Submitted in August 2024. MM will provide additional support as needed. Fiscal Year Title Description Agency Amount Member/Senator Rep. Van Orden Sen. Baldwin Sen. Baldwin Rep. Van Orden Rep. Van Orden Sen. Baldwin Submitted to Committee? YES YES YES NO NO NO Included in Committee bill? YES Not Included NO Enacted? YES Agency Pre-Award Checklist Completed? Notice of Award Issued? Semi-Annual Progress Report #1 Completed? Semi-Annual Progress Report #2 Completed? Semi-Annual Progress Report #3 Completed? AGENCY PRE-AWARD PROCESS: N/A TBD, Anticipated in June 2026. AGENCY PERFORMANCE PERIOD: N/A PROGRESS Sen. Baldwin YES TBD COMPLETED AGENCY PRE-AWARD PROCESS: N/A AGENCY PERFORMANCE PERIOD: N/A River Falls Fire Department Engine Replacement Project To cover the procurement of a new fire engines and replace outdated equipment. USDA $750,000 Fiscal Year 2027 CAP 206 Kinnickinnic River Corridor Aquatic Ecosystem Restoration Funding will be utilized to support the City’s continued partnership with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers under USACE's CAP 206 Program. Specifically, funding will be utilized to implement design and engineering activities associated with the planned removal of the Powell and Junction Falls Dams on the Kinni River. USACE $1,850,000 Application forms submitted with USDA, environmental review underway. Status of Letter of Conditions? AGENCY PERFORMANCE PERIOD: N/A AGENCY PERFORMANCE PERIOD: N/A AGENCY PRE-AWARD PROCESS: IN PROGRESS AGENCY PRE-AWARD PROCESS: IN PROGRESS Sen. Baldwin NO YES YES Rep. Van Orden To cover the construction of an addition to the station’s apparatus bay, which will significantly improve the Department’s operational capacity. This project will address the severe limitations RFFD’s current station places on the Department’s ability to meet the needs of their rapidly growing community. Funding will be utilized to support the City’s continued partnership with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers under USACE's CAP 206 Program. Specifically, funding will be utilized to implement design and engineering activities associated with the planned removal of the Powell and Junction Falls Dams on the Kinni River. For the deployment of a new, 3-site fixed radio system to more reliably cover emergency communication in River Falls. Additionally, investment through the CPF process would enable the procurement of upgraded portable radio equipment for the River Falls Police and Fire Departments, enhancing interoperability both locally and with other first responder partners in the region. Fiscal Year 2026 YES CONGRESSIONAL CONSIDERATION: COMPLETED COMPL ETED CONGRESSIONAL CONSIDERATION: COMPLETED $1,401,000 $1,850,000 $431,183 CONGRESSIONAL CONSIDERATION: COMPLETED River Falls, Wisconsin Federal Grants and Earmarks Tracker AGENCY PRE-AWARD PROCESS: N/A AGENCY PERFORMANCE PERIOD: N/A Small Business Incubation and Innovation Project Funding will be utilized for the renovation of existing coworking spaces, updated technology, and the expansion of monthly seminars for local small business owners and entrepreneurs. SBA $350,000 USDA USACE DOJ Fiscal Year 2024 River Falls Fire Department Station Renovation Project CAP 206 Kinnickinnic River Corridor Aquatic Ecosystem Restoration Enhanced Communication and Public Safety Assurance Project Merchant McIntyre & Associates, LLC | 1634 Eye Street, NW, Suite 200 | Washington, DC 20006 SERVICE AGREEMENT THE CITY OF RIVER FALLS, WI (the “City”) agrees to retain MERCHANT MCINTYRE & ASSOCIATES, LLC, a Delaware limited liability company with a principal place of business in Washington, D.C. (“MM”) (together, the “Parties”), for government relations services commencing on July 1, 2026 and terminating on June 30, 2027 (the “Term”). Fee. During the Term of this Agreement, the City agrees to pay MM a total professional fee of $8,500 per month, billed monthly in advance. Payment shall be made to MM upon receipt at the address listed on the MM invoice(s). Federal funds may not be used to pay MM professional fees. Deliverables. MM agrees to provide the following deliverables during the Term of this Agreement: 1. Implement the funding strategies identified in the Federal Funding Strategy and Federal Grants Grid, as approved by the City. 2. Provide support to the City in all facets of the federal grant process, including applications. 3. Continue identifying federal grant opportunities for which the City is eligible and competitive. 4. Continue engaging federal agency personnel with jurisdiction over funding as an advocate of the City and building support for the City’s funding priorities and grant applications, including Congressionally Directed Spending, among its Members of Congress. Assurances. In its capacity as a consultant, MM shall make its best effort to assist the City in pursuing its federal funding and government relations objectives. The nature of these objectives shall be determined by the City with the advice and assistance of MM. In this role, MM shall plan and implement all government relations strategies designed to accomplish the City’s federal funding objectives; assist in the preparation of grant applications and supporting materials for the initiatives; develop meetings with Members of Congress, congressional staff, and federal agency decision-makers to advance the funding initiatives; and serve as liaison to federal agencies relevant to the City’s funding initiatives. the City agrees to frequent communication with MM and to provide MM the necessary information in real time to help MM plan and implement strategies. Indemnification. The City agrees to indemnify and hold MM harmless from and against all liability, including all actions, claims, damages, costs, and attorneys’ fees, which MM may incur (or to which MM may be a party), arising out of actions taken or statements made by MM at the City’s direction or based upon information provided by the City, except in the event of wrongful acts or omissions on MM’s part. Assignment. No other party shall assign any of its rights or delegate any of its duties or obligations under this Agreement without the express written consent of the other party. Merchant McIntyre Service Agreement – Page 2 of 2 * * * IN WITNESS THEREOF, the parties hereto have executed or approved this Agreement on the dates below their signatures. _____________________________ ___________________________________ Brent Walton Merchant Scot Simpson Principal and Co-Founder City Administrator Merchant McIntyre & Associates, LLC City of River Falls, WI Date: ____________________________ Date: _______________________________ # # # # RESOLUTION NO. RESOLUTION APPROVING MERCHANT MCINTYRE & ASSOCIATES, LLC 2026-2027 AGREEMENT WHEREAS, Merchant McIntyre & Associates, LLC has assisted the City of River Falls since December 2022 by helping identify and pursue federal funding opportunities that align with the City’s legislative priorities and strategic initiatives; and WHEREAS, as of December 31, 2025, the City’s investment in Merchant McIntyre & Associates, LLC has helped generate $5,736,550 in federal investments for the City; and WHEREAS, Merchant McIntyre & Associates, LLC continues to support the City’s efforts to advance major capital projects, economic development initiatives, public safety priorities, and other funding opportunities through federal advocacy, grant strategy, and coordination with federal lawmakers and agencies; and WHEREAS, the proposed 2026-2027 agreement runs from July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2027, at a rate of $8,500 per month for a total annual cost of $102,000, which remains the same as the prior agreement. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Common Council hereby approves the agreement between the City of River Falls and Merchant McIntyre & Associates, LLC and authorizes the City Administrator to finalize necessary details and terms on behalf of the City, including without limitation authorizing approval and signing of any grants and awards that are awarded as a result of this partnership. Dated this 14th day of July 2026. Alison H. Page, Mayor ATTEST: Amy White, City Clerk 6 MEMORANDUM TO: Mayor Page and City Council FROM: Chris Feyereisen, IT Manager Justin Wilson, Fire Chief DATE: July 14, 2026 TITLE: RESOLUTION APPROVING THE PURCHASE OF 29 NEW COMPUTER WORKSTATIONS FROM CDW-G _____________________________________________________________________ RECOMMENDED ACTION Approve a resolution to award and authorize the purchase of (29) new workstations as part of the Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) Project. The purchase is through the vendor CDW-G, quote PXLQ175 in the amount of $60,260.75. BACKGROUND The City of River Falls is implementing a standardized five-year workstation replacement lifecycle to ensure employees have reliable, secure, and efficient technology to perform their daily responsibilities. Computers that remain in service beyond five years’ experience increased hardware failures, reduced performance, and are less capable of supporting current software applications, resulting in decreased productivity and higher maintenance costs. DISCUSSION Replacing employee workstations on a five- year lifecycle is a technology best practice that improves security, reliability, and productivity. Newer workstations provide enhanced security features, support the latest operating systems and software updates, and reduce the cybersecurity risks associated with aging hardware. They also improve reliability by minimizing hardware failures and downtime while providing employees with the performance needed to efficiently complete their daily responsibilities. This purchase will replace 29 workstations that are five years old or older as part of the City's CIP. Standardizing the City's workstation lifecycle will also create a predictable replacement schedule, allowing for more effective budgeting and long- term technology planning. Staff recommend the HP EliteBook 8 G2i 14- inch and 16 -inch laptops as reliable, s ecure, and cost -effective workstations that will support City operations for the next five years. FINANCIAL CONSIDERATIONS The quote from CDW-G totals $60,260.75 and includes 16 HP EliteBook 14-inch laptops, 13 HP EliteBook 16-inch laptops, docking stations, and three-year warranties for all devices. Memorandum to Mayor Page and City Council July 14, 2026 Page 2 The 2026 CIP includes a budget of $60,000 for the workstation refresh project. While the proposed purchase is slightly above the allocated budget, the additional cost of $260.75 is minimal and can be accommodated within the City's overall technology and capital planning resources. Sources Uses Information Technology Fund $60,000 Purchase of 29 laptops $55,653 IT Annual Budget $260 Purchase of 3 docking stations $546 3 Year Warranty on 29 laptops $4,060 Total Sources $60,260 Total Uses $60,260 ng Rotation CONCLUSION The IT team recommends that the River Falls Common Council approve the purchase of the 29 workstations included in CDW-G Quote Number PXLQ175 in the amount of $60,260.75 and authorizes the City Administrator to enter into the purchase contract. This investment will support the City's five-year workstation lifecycle plan by providing secure, reliable, and productive technology solutions for City staff. RESOLUTION NO. RESOLUTION APPROVING THE PURCHASE OF 29 NEW COMPUTER WORKSTATIONS FROM CDW-G WHEREAS, the City of River Falls IT team recommends that the River Falls Common Council approve the purchase of (29) new workstations as part of the Capital Improvement Program, and WHEREAS, the purchase will be made through the vendor CDW -G, utilizing Quote Number PXLQ175 in the amount of $60,260.75; and WHEREAS, the 2026 Capital Improvement Plan includes a budget of $60,000 for the workstation refresh project, and the additional cost of $260.75 can be accommodated within the City's overall technology and capital planning resources; and WHEREAS, the IT team has reviewed the quote and recommends the HP EliteBook 8 G2i 14- inch and 16-inch laptops as reliable, secure, and cost-effective workstations that will support City operations for the next five years; and WHEREAS, replacing employee workstations on a five-year lifecycle is great technology practice that improves security, reliability, and productivity, and supports the City's long- term technology planning; and NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the River Falls Common Council authorizes the purchase of (29) HP EliteBook laptops, docking stations, and three-year warranties from CDW-G in the amount of $60,260.75, and authorizes the City Administrator to execute all necessary documents related to the purchase. 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Milwaukee Avenue, Vernon Hills, IL 60061 | 800.808.4239 MEMORANDUM TO: City Council FROM: Alison Page, Mayor DATE: July 14, 2026 TITLE: MAYOR’S APPOINTMENTS RECOMMENDED ACTION Consideration of the following appointments: Appointment of Arriety Lowell to the Plan Commission through May 2029 7 Administrator’s Report July 28, 6:30 p.m. – Council Meeting August 11, 6:30 p.m. – Council Meeting COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT Ensure sustained (re)development of the city from the prospect stage through construction • Brookgreen – Occupancy granted for Buildings 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 and Clubhouse. Buildings 7-10 are under construction. • Oak Hill – 5 permits issued, 3 COs issued. • The Preserve – 0 permits issued, 3 COs issued • Thompson Heights – 0 permits issued, 3 COs issued • Wildflower Meadows – 2 permits issued • The Wildflower Meadows subdivision on Powell Avenue is under construction. Water and Sewer utilities are currently being installed. • An annexation petition submitted by the Delbert and Elaine Johnson trusts for approximately 55 acres south of CTH M at 1060th Street was approved by Council on June 9, 2026. • An application for a Planned Unit Development Specific Implementation Plan has been submitted for The Creamery – a brewery, taproom, and event center with four short -term rental units at W. Cedar Street and River Street. Plan Commission will review the request at their meeting on July 7, 2026. • An application for site plan approval was submitted for The Whisk, an approximately 10,000 square foot manufacturing facility in Whitetail Ridge Corporate Park.Librar y renovations • The majority of the library remodel is complete. Safe Streets Action Plan (will be completed in 2026) • The Safe Streets for All Safety Action Plan was adopted by Council on May 12th. Downtown Project • The Safe Streets for All Implementation Grant application has been submitted for a downtown reconstruction project. Conservation and Parks Division • Staff and volunteers have installed the first four pollinator demonstration gardens at DeSanctis Park. The gardens are located at the Glover Station School House. Division Street crosswalks • The Safe Streets for All Action Plan is expected to include a concept plan for an improved pedestrian crossing at East Division and Wasson Lane. Stewardship of Public Infrastructure • The 2026 Mill and Overlay project was awarded to Lepke Trucking and Excavating. Work will occur starting in July and will occur on Paulson Road. City staff prepared a grant application and anticipates receiving a Wisconsin Local Roads Improvement Grant for $50,000 to support this project. • BUILDING PERMITS ISSUED Permit Type JUNE YTD Permit Value JUNE Permit Value YTD Building Permits 41 146 $11,115,000 $32,229,000 New Home Permits 7 44 $1,860,000 $11,716,000 8 Mapping • Map of available sites for development • Map of active development projects map POLICE DEPARTMENT Training • June 2-4 – Intoximeter EC/IR II 3-Day Basic Breath Examiner Specialist Training – Ofc. Perry, Ofc. Perronne • June 3-4 – Advanced Roadside Impaired Driving Enforcement (ARIDE) – Ofc. Zupanc • June 3 – In-House Training – Ofc. P. Jensen, Ofc. Kober, Ofc. Fleischhacker, Ofc. Olson, Ofc. Horn, Ofc. Hoffman, Inv. Thomas, Sgt. Walker, Sgt. Hokkanen, Sgt. Bangert • June 8-10 – Honor Guard-Basic – Ofc. Fairbairn • June 9-11 – School Resource Officer Conference – Ofc. Amaro, Ofc. Sather • June 11 – Springfield Armory Armorer – Ofc. Hoffman • June 11-12 – Pre-Escalation and Defensive Tactics Training for Female Officers – Ofc. Fairbairn, Ofc. Fleischhacker, Ofc. Olson • June 15 – Emergency Response Unit (ERU) Training – Ofc. M. Miller, Ofc. Amaro, Ofc Fairbairn, Sgt. Walker, Sgt. Rudesill • June 17-19 – WI Law Enforcement Administrative Professionals Training Conference (LEAP) – Kim Fischer • June 26 – In-House Training – Ofc. M. Miller, Ofc. Austin, Ofc. Fairbairn, Ofc. Sather, Ofc. Perry, Ofc. Perronne, Ofc. Amaro, Ofc. B. Jensen, Inv. Miller, Sgt. Anderson, Sgt. Dohmeier, Sgt. Rudesill • June 29 – Public Records for Law Enforcement – Ailene Splittgerber • June 29 – Red Dot Instructor Training – Sgt. Anderson, Sgt Bangert FIRE DEPARTMENT Run Volume In June 2026, we responded to a total of 37 calls for service, compared to 28 calls for the same period in 2025. Year to date: 2026 = 202 calls; 2025 = 181 calls. Activities/Highlights • The Fire Department completed 36 inspections during June, bringing the 2026 total to 488 inspections. These inspections continue to support fire prevention, code compliance, and community safety. • The department hosted a "Bring Your Significant Other to Training" event, with more than 20 family members participating in a hands -on experience to better understand the training, equipment, and teamwork required of our firefighters. • One firefighter completed Wisconsin Large Animal Emergency Response training, enhancing the department's ability to safely respond to incidents involving horses, cattle, and other large animals. • We welcomed our newest firefighter, Anna Henn, on June 29. Anna recently moved to River Falls and also serves as a full -time firefighter with the Hastings Fire Department, bringing valuable experience to our team. UTILITIES Electric • Maintenance repairs were performed. This is maintenance work found through our required system inspections. • Substation monthly inspections completed. • Underground services continue a weekly/monthly basis. Over 20 new customers last month. • Meter readings continue each month. • Junction Falls Hydro is checked each day. We shut off this dam this month to do some small maintenance to this hydro. We had our Annual FERC on-site inspection last month. • Miscellaneous service orders to look at trees trimming around service wires and streetlight repairs. • We had 7 outages affecting 55 customers this month. • We started Brook Green project update. We will be working on the services to these buildings as they requested the last building to be energized. We energized building # 10, three buildings left to energize. • We are holding on to the Sycamore II project with new primary underground and service for their new building. • Fire Hall Project update: the permeant service will be installed later this fall. • We are continuing pole replacement throughout the city. We have started replacing poles from the 1940’s that have passed inspections but deemed to replace because of the age of the poles. This continues this month. • We moved some infrastructure at the SkyCoat project for this project. Customer Service • Customer Service staff began the disconnection process by sending out disconnection letters on June 5 to 185 residential customers and 13 businesses with a past due balance of $250.00 or more. Outbound reminder calls were made to 157 customers on June 10. In addition, 31 text messages and 2 personal calls were sent June 12 as a final form of communication prior to disconnection. • A total of six disconnections took place on June 15, with an additional disconnection on June 16 for failure to pay on a payment arrangement. There were 45 payment arrangements in place on June 15 to avoid disconnections and provide more time to pay off the past due utilities balance. • Customer Service scheduled 27 service requests for the water department. These included new water meters to be dropped off, water meter exchanges, as well as water turned off for repairs. Engineering Technician Work • Mapped 25 AMI meters changes. • Inspected and drafted 1 new home lateral. • Inspected and drafted 1 water service replacement. • Final resolution to Leica GPS issues. • Attached more sanitary videos and reports to the mapping system from field crew. • Assisted B&M locating. • Continued GPS and mapping for Wildflower Subdivision • Finished GPS and mapping for Sterling Ponds Industrial 2 • Finished GPS and mapping for Our Neighbors Place • Finished GPS and mapping for Valley View Apartments -Mann Valley • Started GPS work on Skycoat Water/Wastewater department • Repaired chlorine (CL2) regulator and injectors at Well House 4 and Well House 6. • CIP discussion with Public Works and Electric Utilities • CIP review for water and wastewater • We have not sent a sludge load to West Central Bio Solids since 6-19-26. Waste Management is servicing the roll-off dumpster for landfill disposal. • Meter Changeout • North tower low level. ClaVal was stuck open and was recirculating water. Shut valves to isolate the ClaVal and tower start to fill. Back to normal operation. • Spring Creek lift station transducer failed. Replaced transducer with an old lift station that is no longer in service transducer. Operation is back online and replacement has been ordered. • Work is underway on the 2025 Lead Service Line consumer notice certification and documentation, in coordination with the Water/Wastewater Lead and City Engineer (due July 1). WPPI • Incentive Programs and Green Blocks o Total RFMU Program participation (as of July 1, 2026)  29 customers received $9,133 in incentives o Total River Falls Focus on Energy Participation (as of May 28, 2026)  202 customers received $290,001 in incentives o Green Blocks Update –  March had 3,547 blocks purchased by 1,240 customers  5,311,800 kWh of renewable energy purchased in 2026. • Upcoming Events of Interest o July 23 – WPPI Executive Committee Meeting o October 8 – Orientation to WPPI