Park-Rec/Tourism/City Properties/Cemetery Committee Meeting — Minutes

PARK-REC/TOURISM/CITY PROPERTIES/CEMETERY COMMITTEE MEETING August 26, 2025 – 3:30 PM Council Chambers, 42 N. Main Street Minutes prepared by: Christine Williamson Call to Order  Meeting called to order at 3:30 PM by Christine Williamson. Roll Call  Present: Christine Williamson, Scott Feraro, Stephen Qualy  Others Present: Mayor Ben Adank, Sandy Schmitt, Ann Bohri, John Schlesselman Pledge of Allegiance  Recited by all attendees. Approval of Minutes  Motion by Stephen, second by Scott to approve the minutes of the June 18, 2025, Park/Rec Committee meeting.  Motion carried; minutes approved. OLD BUSINESS: ResNexus Software  Purpose: To help manage city properties and streamline online rentals.  Pricing: o Basic Plan: $28/month o Professional Plan: $30/month  Features: o No contract, cancel anytime, risk-free trial o No setup fees o 100+ reporting options o Automated messaging (welcome, thank you, client updates) o Book direct promotions  Potential Uses: For renting the Auditorium, Library, Bandshell, Pavilion, Pickleball Court, Boat Slip, Bowling Alley, etc. Potential Riverside Boardwalk Development  Discussion held on the possibility of a boardwalk between Lily Pad and the City Boat Docks.  Citizens raised concerns about: o Public safety. o Potential impact on Main Street businesses if visitors are drawn away from Main Street, potentially impacting local businesses. Next Step: Further review and consideration of community feedback. NEW BUSINESS Historical Society Update  Presented by: Sandy Schmitt, Ann Bohri, and John Schlesselman.  Goal: Increase active membership.  A restructuring meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, September 16, 2025, at 1:00 PM at the Historical Society.  Christine, Stephen, and Scott plan to attend. Next Step: Attend restructuring meeting and support membership efforts. Urban Planning Resource  Scott will meet with Matthew Haffner from UW–Eau Claire regarding urban planning resources.  Replacement of Shade Trees in Park will be addressed at this meeting,  Basketball court overlay with FlexCourt System will be discussed at this meeting. Next Step: Scott to report back after the meeting. Citizen Request: Boat Slip Rentals  A request was made to allow overnight boat slip rentals on city docks.  Christine will follow up with Brennan Marine regarding options for possible overnight docking that the city could charge for.  Signage would be needed stating “DO NOT CROSS TRACKS.” Next Step: Christine to coordinate with Brennan Marine and the city’s public works or signage team to implement proper overnight docking procedures and install required signage. Camera System for Boat Launch  Purpose: Monitor and enforce proper permitting at the boat launch; currently, too many trucks/trailers are using it without paying.  Proposed solution: Install a license plate reading camera connected to the City Hall database to issue tickets for vehicles without a boat launch permit sticker. Next Step: Gil will contact Troy Koehler at Ultra AVS for a price quote. Engine Braking Update  Scott reported that research with the DOT found no substantial data on engine braking.  Potential solution: Install signage and enforce proper muffling; enforcement is the main challenge.  Manitowoc’s ordinance is recommended as a sample for the city to consider. Next Step: Scott will obtain signage. Drone Video Footage for Fountain City Website  Stephen will reach out to obtain an estimate for drone video services.  Committee will create a calendar of optimal dates to capture footage throughout the year, including local festivals and events. Next Step: Obtain estimate and finalize video schedule. Adjournment  Motion to adjourn by Stephen, second by Scott.  Motion carried; meeting adjourned at 4:38 PM.