Finance Committee Meeting — Minutes
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FINANCE COMMITTEE MEETING
March 31, 2026 – 3:00 PM
Council Chambers, 42 N. Main Street
Minutes prepared by: Barb Schmidtknecht
The meeting was called to order at 3:00 pm by Barb Schmidtknecht. Roll call: Chris Williamson,
Stephen Qualy, Barb Schmidtknecht all present. Others present: Mayor Ben Adank, Marcia
Larson, Michele Klein. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.
Motion Stephen, second Chris to approve the minutes of the December 8, 2025, Finance
Committee meeting. Motion carried and minutes were approved.
Discussion of law enforcement services will continue in June when we have a clearer picture of
2026 budget savings.
Marcia reported that the 2025 audit should be available in late April. The Department of
Revenue and PSC reports have been submitted by the auditors, which is included in the city’s
contract.
First quarter budget comparison reports were reviewed for all funds - general, cemetery, sewer
and water. Reports are on track overall. Specific lines that are over or under budget will be
watched.
Assigned funds were reviewed. The Mill Street assigned fund is at zero. It was agreed to
eliminate this fund and use sand hauling money as general revenue.
Motion to adjourn by Chris, second Stephen. Motion carried and the meeting adjourned at 4:19
pm.
Source: City of Fountain City website. First collected Oct 14, 2026.