July 27, 2026 - Common Council Agenda & Packet

CITY OF VERONA 111 Lincoln Street Verona, WI 53593 (608) 845-6495 veronawi.gov COMMON COUNCIL AGENDA DATE: Monday, July 27, 2026 TIME: 7:00 PM LOCATION: COUNCIL CHAMBERS 111 LINCOLN ST. VERONA, WI 53593 1. Call to Order 2. Pledge of Allegiance 3. Roll Call 4. Public Comment 5. Approval of the minutes of July 13, 2026 Common Council Meeting 6. Mayor’s Business A. City-Town Update 7. Announcements 8. Administrator’s Report 9. Engineer’s Report 10. Committee Reports A. Finance Committee 1. Discussion and Possible Action Re: Payment of the bills 2. Discussion and Possible Action Re: Verona Ave./Main St. Intersection Update B. Parks, Recreation & Forestry Commission 1. Discussion and Possible Action Re: Ordinance No.26-1107 Amending Title 7, Chapter 1, Section 7-1-1, Definitions, Section 7-1-5, Rabies Quarantine, Section 7-1-6.5, Additional Restrictions on Animals, Section 7-1-8, Animals Restricted on Public Grounds, Section 7-1-19, Animal Feces, Section 7-1-23, Exemptions for Service Animals, Title 11, Chapter 3, Section 11-3-5, Cemetery Regulations, Title 12, Chapter 1, Section 12- 1-1, Park Regulations, and Title 12, Chapter 2, Section 12-2-9, Rules for Visitors, of the Code of Ordinances, City of Verona. C. Public Safety & Welfare Committee 1 1. Discussion and Possible Action Re: Special Event Permit and Temporary Class “B” Fermented Malt Beverage License from Christian Rickman, Madison 56ers Soccer Club, for the Madison 56ers Fall Invitational on September 11-September 13, 2026 D. Public Works, Sewer & Water Committee 1. Discussion and Possible Action Re: Update on Public Works Department operations 2. Discussion and Possible Action Re: Ordinance No. 26-1108 Amending Title 9, Chapter 2 of the Code of Ordinances (Sewer Utility Regulation and Rates) 3. Discussion and Possible Action Re: Resolution No.R-26-024 Modification of Storm Water Utility Charge 4. Discussion and Possible Action Re: Construction Inspection Services Contract with JT Engineering for the Aldi private development project 5. Discussion and Possible Action Re: Construction Inspection Services Contract with JT Engineering for the Ardent Glen Phase 6 private development project 11. New Business A. Discussion and Possible Action Re: Short Term Rental Ordinance Modifications B. Discussion and Possible Action Re: Addendum to Lease Agreement (The Art House 360, Inc.) 12. Old Business A. Discussion and Possible Action Re: Potential Property Purchase- 308-310 Plympton Street The Common Council may convene in closed session as authorized by Wisconsin Statute 19.85(1)(e) for the purpose of 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. The Common Council may reconvene in open session and take action on the closed session item. 13. Adjournment Luke Diaz, Mayor POSTED: July 24, 2026 Verona City Hall Verona Public Library Miller’s Market 2 All agendas are posted on the City’s website at: www.veronwi.gov Watch live on the City’s YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/VeronaWIMeetings The online meeting agenda and all support materials can be found at www.veronawi.gov. Anyone with questions prior to the meeting may contact the City at (608) 848-9942 or jaulik@veronawi.gov. 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EVERY REASONABLE EFFORT WILL BE MADE TO ACCOMMODATE YOUR REQUEST. 4 CITY OF VERONA COMMON COUNICL MINUTES July 13, 2026 Council Chambers 1. Call to Order: Mayor Diaz called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. 2. Pledge of Allegiance 3. Roll Call: Mara Helmke, Chris Weiss, Patrick Lytle, Beth Tucker Long, Alejandro Herenandez, Lachlann Swanson, Phil Hoechst, and Spencer Harrison (via Zoom). Also present: City Administrator Jamie Aulik, City Engineer Carla Fischer, City Attorney Bryan Kleinmaier, and Director of Planning and Development Lucas Sivertsen. 4. Public Comment • Dale Beske, 6422 Shady Bend Rd., stated he was disappointed that the Public Works facility is going on Shady Bend. He encouraged there to be a buffer between Subzero and Public Works and the Shady Bend neighborhood. 5. Approval of the minutes of June 22, 2026 Common Council Meeting Motion by Helmke, seconded by Swanson to approve the minutes from the June 22, 2026 Common Council meeting. Motion carried 8-0. 6. Mayor’s Business A. Park & Recreation Professionals Day Proclamation B. Board of Review Meeting July 28th at 6:00 p.m. 7. Announcements: None 8. Administrator’s Report: Aulik stated that the City did not receive the BUILD grant for the Verona Ave. and Main St. intersection. The City is working with AECOM on alternate approaches. 9. Engineer’s Report: Carla Fischer presented the Engineer’s Report and it was entered into the record. 10. Committee Reports A. Finance Committee 5 1. Discussion and Possible Action Re: Payment of the bills Motion by Helmke, seconded by Lytle to pay the bills in the amount of $1,151127.86. Motion carried 8-0. B. Parks, Recreation & Forestry Commission 1. Discussion and Possible Action Re: Ordinance No.26-1104 Creating Title 2, Chapter 3, Section 2-3-24, Recreation Director, of the Code of Ordinances, City of Verona Motion by Tucker Long, seconded by Hoechst to approve Ordinance No.26-1104 Creating Title 2, Chapter 3, Section 2-3-24, Recreation Director, of the Code of Ordinances, City of Verona. Motion carried 8-0. 2. Discussion and Possible Action Re: Ordinance No.26-1105 Amending Title 2, Chapter 3, Section 2-3-14, Park and Recreation Director, of the Code of Ordinances, City of Verona Motion by Tucker Long, seconded by Hoechst to approve Ordinance No.26-1105 Amending Title 2, Chapter 3, Section 2-3-14, Park and Recreation Director, of the Code of Ordinances, City of Verona. Motion carried 8-0. C. Plan Commission 1. Discussion and Possible Action Re: Resolution No. 26-022 approving a conditional use permit for an apartment/condominium, complex land use located south of Morningside Boulevard and west of proposed Grassland Terrace. Motion by Swanson, seconded by Tucker Long to approve Resolution No. 26-022 approving a conditional use permit for an apartment/condominium, complex land use located south of Morningside Boulevard and west of proposed Grassland Terrace with the following conditions: ▪ The approval shall become effective upon the execution of a development agreement. ▪ Within 365 days of the date in which the Common Council votes to approve the conditional use permit, the Applicant will either start construction or request an extension as described in section 13-1-217 of the zoning ordinance. Failure to satisfy this condition will result in revocation. 6 Diaz asked about Whispering Coves Phase II. Kleinmaier stated that no work in this area can be done until they complete the utility/stormwater work that needs to be done. He stated that both developers are aware. Helmke asked how long we have been working to get these issues resolved. Kleinmaier stated that the annexation agreement was approved in 2018. He emphasized that the City is not holding up the project. Motion carried 8-0. 2. Discussion and Possible Action Re: Resolution No. 26-023 for a conditional use permit to exceed the maximum height requirement of thirty-five feet in the Urban Residential zoning district located south of Morningside Boulevard and west of proposed Grassland Terrace Motion by Swanson, seconded by Tucker Long to approve Resolution No. 26-023 for a conditional use permit to exceed the maximum height requirement of thirty-five feet in the Urban Residential zoning district located south of Morningside Boulevard and west of proposed Grassland Terrace with the following conditions: ▪ The approval shall become effective upon the execution of a development agreement. ▪ Within 365 days of the date in which the Common Council votes to approve the conditional use permit, the Applicant will either start construction or request an extension as described in section 13-1-217 of the zoning ordinance. Failure to satisfy this condition will result in revocation of the conditional use approval. Motion carried 8-0. 3. Discussion and Possible Action Re: An initial review for an 800,000 square foot distribution center located east of Ambition, Clarity, and Laser Streets in Liberty Business Park Tucker Long echoed the concerns of the neighbor for traffic going through the neighborhood, but it acknowledged it wouldn’t make sense for the tucks to go on Shady Bend given the layout of the building. She added that they should look into dark sky initiatives for lighting options. Weiss agreed with Tucker Long but overall supports the project. 7 Swanson added that the facility will employ around 150 employees. Helmke stated she is generally in favor of the project if they can address some of the concerns to the neighborhood. Diaz stated he was in favor of the project. He would like to see solar panels and a berm with trees. Tucker Long prefers design option 4. Diaz stated he prefers the lighter colors. 4. Discussion and Possible Action Re: Presentation of the draft Comprehensive Plan Nick Kalogeresis, MKSK, presented the draft comprehensive plan. He highlighted the public engagement process. He stated that there is an emphasis on mixed use land uses in the plan. They identified 5 subarea plans: Downtown Subarea, East Subarea, South Subarea, and Southwest Subarea. He highlighted the need for more housing and diversity of housing types. Diaz stated that he has offered to meet with the Town Chair Mark Geller regarding the boundary agreement, but he is not interested. Lytle stated that the Main St. and Verona Ave. intersection is a foundational improvement that will allow many of the other things in the plan to move forward. Helmke stated that if we want to get what we want from this plan, it’s going to take investing money. D. Public Works, Sewer & Water Committee 1. Discussion and Possible Action Re: Awarding contract for Project #2026- 104 Citywide Pavement Crack Sealing (Thunder Road LLC) Motion by Tucker Long, seconded by Hernandez to award the contract for Project #2026-104 Citywide Pavement Crack Sealing (Thunder Road LLC) in an amount not to exceed $75,250. Motion carried 8-0. 2. Discussion and Possible Action Re: Location of new Public Works Facility 8 The Common Council may convene in closed session as authorized by Wisconsin Statute 19.85(1)(e) for the purpose of 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. The Common Council may reconvene in open session and take action on the closed session item. Tucker Long stated that staff recommend moving forward with 40-acre property on Shady Bend Rd. Utilities are expected to be extended through the property by the adjacent Sub-Zero development. It would also provide the City a better opportunity to create a north/south road network. Lytle stated that he wouldn’t be surprised if the cost of developing this property ended up being much higher than is currently estimated. Motion by Tucker Long, seconded by Helmke to go into closed session at 8: 27 p.m. as authorized by Wisconsin Statute 19.85(1)(e) for the purpose of 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. The Common Council may reconvene in open session and take action on the closed session item. Motion carried 8-0 on roll call vote. CLOSED SESSION Motion by Swanson, seconded by Helmke to reconvene in open session at 8:43 p.m. Motion carried 8-0. Diaz stated that staff have been directed to engage with the property owner. 3. Discussion and Possible Action Re: Quit Claim Deed (Old CTH "PB" Right-Of-Way) Motion by Tucker Long, seconded by Helmke to approve the Quit Claim Deed (Old CTH "PB" Right-Of-Way, Parcel B). Motion carried 8-0. 11. Old Business 9 A. Discussion and Possible Action Re: Potential Property Purchase- 308-310 Plympton Street The Common Council may convene in closed session as authorized by Wisconsin Statute 19.85(1)(e) for the purpose of 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. The Common Council may reconvene in open session and take action on the closed session item. Motion by Swanson, seconded by Tucker Long to go into closed session at 8:50 a.m. as authorized by Wisconsin Statute 19.85(1)(e) for the purpose of 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. The Common Council may reconvene in open session and take action on the closed session item. Motion carried 8-0 on roll call vote. CLOSED SESSION Motion by Helmke, seconded by Swanson to reconvene in open session at 9:03 p.m. Motion carried 8-0. 12. New Business A. Discussion and Possible Action Re: Ordinance No. 26-1106 Amending Title 2, Chapter 2, Section 2-2-5, Standing Committees; Action on Committee Reports, of the Code of Ordinances, City of Verona Motion by Hoechst, seconded by Swanson to approve Ordinance No. 26- 1106 Amending Title 2, Chapter 2, Section 2-2-5, Standing Committees; Action on Committee Reports, of the Code of Ordinances, City of Verona. Motion carried 8-0. 13. Adjournment: Motion by Hoechst, seconded by Helmke to adjourn at 9:05 p.m. Motion carried 8-0. Respectfully submitted, Holly Licht, City Clerk 10 Engineer Report 20260727_DRAFT.docx Page 1 of 8 CITY OF VERONA ENGINEER REPORT for July 27, 2026 MAJOR CONSTRUCTION PROJECTS (CITY ) COUNTRY VIEW ROAD – VARIOUS PROJECTS Project includes a new segment of Country View Road from approximately 0.8 miles north of Milky Way (south limit) to approximately 900’ south of County Highway PD (north limit). The project will include a two (2) lane rural section that will relocate the existing Country View Road to the west of the existing houses on Country View Road. • Phases 2 & 3 –Country View Road has opened for the public from CTH PD to Country View Lane. Minor restoration items to be completed during the rest of the summer. Project Website: https://www.veronawi.gov/859/Country-View-Road-Epic-Lane---CTH-PD HYPER DRIVE ROADWAY AND BRIDGE CONSTRUCTION The project includes a new 2-lane roadway from 500 feet north of the USH 18/151 and CTH G/Dairy Ridge interchange to a new intersection located 800 feet northeast of the Military Ridge State Trail. Approximate construction length is 7,000 feet. Project includes a new proposed bridge crossing over the Sugar River and Military Ridge State Trail and realignment and restoration of the Sugar River. The goal is to provide a secondary access point from the south via US 18/151 & CTH G/ Dairy Ridge interchange for Epic’s planned campus growth. Existing roadway infrastructure along Northern Lights Road is at capacity and cannot handle additional traffic during the weekday AM and PM peak hours. Project Website: https://www.veronawi.gov/866/West-Road-Dairy-Ridge-to-Country-View Construction: Construction of Hyper Drive is underway. Sugar River bridge construction is slated to start in late August 2026. Dairy Ridge Road was closed to traffic on June 12 and will continue to be closed until Hyper Drive is opened. West Dairy Ridge is accessible from the West and there is a signed detour in place. EDWARD STREET (FROM WESTRIDGE TO THOMPSON STREET) The project includes some concrete sidewalk, driveway, and curb/gutter repairs along Edward Street between Westridge Parkway and Thompson Street. Underground utility construction is not planned, but minor repairs to water or sewer infrastructure will be completed during the project. Sidewalk is planned to be extended from Birchwood Lane to Thompson Street. The existing asphalt pavement will be removed and new asphalt pavement will be constructed. Construction is complete and final vegetation establishment will be achieved in 2026. Project Website: https://www.veronawi.gov/923/Rehabilitation-Projects 11 Engineer Report 20260727_DRAFT.docx Page 2 of 8 MARK DRIVE, RITA AVENUE, PLYMPTON STREET RECONSTRUCTION The project includes the replacement of water main and sanitary sewer, adding new storm sewer, installation of sidewalks, and pavement reconstruction. The overall limits will be broken into two (2) phases and separate bid openings. • Phase 1: Construction work has resumed along Mark Drive and Rita Avenue. Rita Ave is closed at Verona Ave to facilitate the installation of new sewer and water main. Mark Drive is open to local traffic. Work is expected to continue through July. • Phase 2: Construction began the week of 6/15/2026. PS17 FIRM CAPACITY IMPROVEMENTS Project includes improvements to Pump Station 17. Construction is ongoing through spring of 2026. Phase 2 Phase 1 12 Engineer Report 20260727_DRAFT.docx Page 3 of 8 LOWER BADGER MILL CREEK INTERCEPTOR, PHASE 5 & 6 Project includes the installation of sanitary interceptor pipe by MMSD through Ardent Glen (LBMCI Ph 5) and from Shady Oak Lane to Mid Town Road (LBMCI Ph 6). Pavement marking on Shady Oak Lane was completed on November 24, 2025 and erosion mat installation was finalized for the Shady Oak Lane right-of-way on November 26, 2025. Lining of the MMSD sanitary sewer manholes through Ardent Glen and along Shady Oak Lane was completed by Red Horse in March 2026. Project is complete with a few punch list items remaining. Project Website: https://www.madsewer.org/project/lower-badger-mill-creek-interceptor-phases-5-6/. 13 Engineer Report 20260727_DRAFT.docx Page 4 of 8 MAJOR DESIGN PROJECTS PUBLIC WORKS FACILITY Staff have restarted conversations with the project architect. Updated layouts will be presented to Public Works Committee. Project Website: https://www.veronawi.gov/757/Public-Works-Utilities-Parks-and-Recreat SOUTHEAST ELEVATED TANK AND WATER BOOSTER STATION DESIGN S A draft siting study was provided to the City in June 2026. City staff is reviewing the Preliminary Engineering Report. A review meeting will be held in July 2026. SOUTHWEST ELEVATED TANK PRELIMINARY DESIGN A public hearing was held in June 2026. Comments will be incorporated into the final WSSAP in July or August 2026. Elevated tank design is on hold for a review of the neighboring developments. WEST SIDE LIFT STATION UPGRADES This project involves the rehabilitation of the existing West Side Lift Station and converting it from a prefabricated steel can lift station into a submersible lift station. The project was advertised on July 2nd, with Bids set to open on July 23rd. 14 Engineer Report 20260727_DRAFT.docx Page 5 of 8 DEVELOPMENT PROJECTS WHISPERING COVES • Phase 1: The stormwater force main and wetland restoration are outstanding and must be completed prior to City accepting the public improvements. Home building has begun. • Phase 2: Watermain loop through Phase 2 required for Apex development. Construction of the watermain loop was completed on July 13th. AVALON RIDGE This project includes the construction of Avalon Court, improvements to Stony Ridge Circle, Construction of a fire access lane from Avalon Court to CTH PD, and signalization of CTH M and Stony Ridge Circle Intersection. Concrete curb & gutter, sidewalk, and asphalt pavement to be completed by the end of July. It is anticipated that multi-family building construction will begin in July 2026. KETTLE CREEK NORTH • Phase 7 & 8: Contractor completing punch list work. • Hemlock Utility Extension: Construction completed the week of July 13th. • Phase 9: 90% Engineering Plans have been submitted for review. 15 Engineer Report 20260727_DRAFT.docx Page 6 of 8 ARD ENT GLEN • Phases 1 - 4: Contractor completing punch list work. • Phase 5 (including Shady Oak Lane): Expected to begin in 2026. • Phase 6: Early grading began in June. Utility and roadway construction anticipated for late-summer 2026. DNR approved the flood study on Oct. 9, 2023. FEMA issued a Conditional Letter of Map Revision (CLOMR) on May 1, 2024. 16 Engineer Report 20260727_DRAFT.docx Page 7 of 8 THE APEX AT VERONA – DREGER Phase 1: Restoration and punch list work is underway. Phase 2: A watermain loop is required through Kettle Creek North and Whispering Coves to provide adequate service to this phase. Water main loop construction finished the week of July 13th. SSM HEALTH This project includes the reconstruction and urbanization of Valley Road, an extension of public sanitary and water to the site, and the construction of a medical building. Valley Road, from STH 69 through the western limits of the SSM project, is currently closed to through traffic and will reopen once final pavement markings and signage have been placed, which is scheduled for July. ALDI (CTH M) This project includes the addition of turn lanes at future Electric Court (Kwik Trip/Alliant Entrance) and CTH M and utility extensions to the Aldi Site. The road/utility construction is anticipated to begin in late July 2026. 17 Engineer Report 20260727_DRAFT.docx Page 8 of 8 STORMWATER SERVICES PUBLIC STORMWATER PONDS Cohiba Pond, a small man-made dry detention basin on the west side of Cohiba Court, constructed in 1997 as part of the Gateway Estates subdivision, requires maintenance to improve stormwater treatment and general neighborhood aesthetics through native seeding. Regrading/reseeding of Cohiba Pond and stabilization is anticipated between Winter 2026 and Spring 2027. City staff is planning to schedule a neighborhood meeting with adjacent residents before the project starts. 18 CITY OF VERONA 111 Lincoln Street Verona, WI 53593-1520 Jamie J. Aulik, City Administrator Phone: (608) 848-9942 Email: jaulik@veronawi.gov MEMORANDUM To: Mayor and Common Council, City of Verona From: Jamie J. Aulik, City Administrator Date: July 22, 2026 Re: Summary of Agenda Items – July 27, 2026, City Council Meeting Below is a summary of items on the agenda for the upcoming Council meeting: Finance Committee: • Discussion and Possible Action Re: Verona Ave./Main St. Intersection Update o Potential motion: o AECOM will present a proposed phased approach for a Downtown Corridor Study focused on the Main Street and Verona Avenue intersection and extending approximately one-half mile in each direction. The study is divided into six tasks, with a recommendation to proceed initially with Tasks 1–3. These initial phases will evaluate a range of conceptual alternatives, define the project scope, identify the most feasible options, and develop more reliable cost estimates for the remaining phases. The estimated cost for Tasks 1–3 is presented as a range due to uncertainty regarding the number of alternatives and intersections to be evaluated, while costs for later phases will depend on the preferred alternative, design standards, and potential funding strategy. Parks, Recreation & Forestry Commission: • Discussion and Possible Action Re: Ordinance No. 26-1107 Amending Title 7, Chapter 1, Section 7-1-1, Definitions, Section 7-1-5, Rabies Quarantine, Section 7-1-6.5, Additional Restrictions on Animals, Section 7-1-8, Animals Restricted on Public Grounds, Section 7-1-19, Animal Feces, Section 7-1-23, 19 Exemptions for Service Animals, Title 11, Chapter 3, Section 11-3-5, Cemetery Regulations, Title 12, Chapter 1, Section 12-1-1, Park Regulations, and Title 12, Chapter 2, Section 12-2-9, Rules for Visitors, of the Code of Ordinances, City of Verona o Potential motion: Move to approve Ordinance No. 26-1107 Amending Title 7, Chapter 1, Section 7-1-1, Definitions, Section 7-1-5, Rabies Quarantine, Section 7-1-6.5, Additional Restrictions on Animals, Section 7-1-8, Animals Restricted on Public Grounds, Section 7-1-19, Animal Feces, Section 7-1-23, Exemptions for Service Animals, Title 11, Chapter 3, Section 11-3-5, Cemetery Regulations, Title 12, Chapter 1, Section 12-1-1, Park Regulations, and Title 12, Chapter 2, Section 12-2- 9, Rules for Visitors, of the Code of Ordinances, City of Verona. o In the summer of 2025, a constituent contacted the City regarding the City’s ordinance governing animals in parks. The constituent’s son relies on a service animal trained to detect low blood sugar and expressed concern that the animal was not permitted in City parks under the current ordinance. Specifically, the constituent referenced Sec. 12-1-1(b)(20), which only permits animals "being used by a visually impaired person" in City parks. o The proposed ordinance amendment updates the Code of Ordinances to align with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Wisconsin law, improving accessibility for individuals who rely on service animals. o The amendment removes language limiting service animals to those assisting individuals with visual impairments and updates the ordinance to recognize the broader range of tasks performed by service animals. It also provides an exception to leash requirements when a leash would interfere with a service animal’s trained work or when the handler’s disability prevents its use, provided the animal remains under the handler's control. In addition, the amendment defines "service animal," includes working animals used by law enforcement and municipal government (such as K-9 units), and removes the exception allowing individuals with disabilities to leave animal feces uncollected, consistent with ADA requirements that handlers are responsible for the care and supervision of their service animals. 20 Public Safety & Welfare Committee : • Discussion and Possible Action Re: Special Event Permit and Temporary Class “B” Fermented Malt Beverage License from Christian Rickman, Madison 56ers Soccer Club, for the Madison 56ers Fall Invitational on September 11-September 13, 2026 o Potential motion: Approve a Special Event Permit and Temporary Class “B” Fermented Malt Beverage License from Christian Rickman, Madison 56ers Soccer Club, for the Madison 56ers Fall Invitational on September 11-September 13, 2026. o The Madison 56ers will be selling beer at Reddan Soccer Park during their fall invitational. The premises will be fenced with a single entrance/exit point. Club members will check IDs, and the applicant is requesting an officer on Saturday for traffic control. Staff recommend approval. Public Works, Sewer and Water Committee: • Discussion and Possible Action Re: Update on Public Works Department operations o Potential motion: o Public Works Department leadership will provide a presentation on the current status of Public Works operations across the various functions and activities under the department’s responsibility. • Discussion and Possible Action Re: Ordinance No. 26-1108 Amending Title 9, Chapter 2 of the Code of Ordinances (Sewer Utility Regulation and Rates) o Potential motion: Move to approve Ordinance No. 26-1108 Amending Title 9, Chapter 2 of the Code of Ordinances (Sewer Utility Regulation and Rates) o Following a recent audit conducted by Baker Tilly, it was recommended that the city review current sewer utility rates. The last rate adjustments occurred on December 16, 2023. With a projected budget shortfall in 2026, the sewer utility would run at a deficit if no adjustments were made. o Given the projected revenue forecast, inflation rates, and future maintenance costs, an increase in revenue is necessary to support the operation and capital needs of the sewer utility. o To keep up with existing costs, and plan ahead for the new public works facility debt, future projects, possible staff additions and catch up on deferred maintenance, staff are recommending a 9% increase to 21 sewer rates in the fourth quarter of 2026, and a 7% increase in the first quarter of 2027. • Discussion and possible action re: Resolution No. R-26-024 - Modification of Storm Water Utility Charge o Potential motion: Move to approve Resolution No. R-26-024 - Modification of Storm Water Utility Charge o Following a recent audit conducted by Baker Tilly, it was recommended that the city review its current annual Storm Water Utility charge. The last annual charge adjustment occurred on December 16, 2023. With an estimated revenue to budget shortfall in 2026, the Storm Water Utility would be forced to run at a deficit if no adjustments were made. o Given inflation rates, possible staff additions, the new public works facility debt, and future maintenance costs, an increase in revenue is necessary to support the operation and capital needs of the Storm Water Utility. Staff are recommending an increase from $85 ($21.25/quarter) to $100 ($25/quarter) per Equivalent Residential Unit (ERU) the fourth quarter of 2026, and an increase to $115 ($28.75/quarter) per ERU the first quarter of 2027. • Discussion and possible action re: Construction Inspection Services Contract with JT Engineering for the Aldi private development project o Potential motion: Move to approve Construction Inspection Services Contract with JT Engineering for the Aldi private development project o The private development project will be installing new sanitary sewer, water main, and storm sewer. It will also reconstruct part of County M and construct the new Electric Court cul-de-sac. o Staff recommend contracting construction inspection services with JT Engineering. JT Engineering has inspected similar projects throughout Verona. All fees associated with inspection services are the responsibility of the developer (Aldi). o Staff recommend approval. • Discussion and Possible Action Re: Construction Inspection Services Contract with JT Engineering for the Ardent Glen Phase 6 private development project o Potential motion: Move to approve the inspection services contract with JT Engineering for a cost not to exceed $124,364.25. 22 o The private development project will be installing new sanitary sewer, water main, storm sewer, and streets. Staff recommend contracting construction inspection services with JT Engineering. JT Engineering has inspected the previous phases of Ardent Glen and similar projects throughout Verona. All fees associated with inspection services are the responsibility of the developer (Veridian). Staff recommend approval. New Business: • Discussion and Possible Action Re: Short Term Rental Ordinance Modifications o Potential motion: o Staff and Attorney Kleinmaier have researched questions raised by Alders at the June 22, 2026 Council meeting and are requesting a discussion with the Council related to the Short Term Rental ordinance. • Discussion and Possible Action Re: Addendum to Lease Agreement (The Art House 360, Inc.) o Potential motion: Move to approve Addendum to Lease Agreement (The Art House 360, Inc.) o The Addendum to the Lease Agreement with Art House 360 provides that the Art House may use the existing flagpole on the Property. If The Art House 360 uses the flagpole, The Art House 360 shall place either the U.S. flag or the Wisconsin Flag, as those flags are defined in the City’s Display of Flags Policy, at the top of the flagpole, and then any other flags placed on the flagpole must be in compliance with the City’s Display of Flags Policy, as may be amended from time to time by the City. Old Business: • Discussion and Possible Action Re: Offer to Purchase - 308-310 Plympton Street o Potential motion: Move to approve the Offer to Purchase - 308-310 Plympton Street o The property owner made a counteroffer, and staff recommend accepting the counteroffer. o The council may convene into closed session to consider the terms and conditions of the offer to purchase. 23 Study Proposal (examples from La Crosse US 53 Corridor Study) Main Street & Verona Avenue The purpose emblem can be removed in the slide master if not required. 24 Study Overview • Identify corridor issues and project goals • Develop and evaluate alternatives • Select a Preferred Alternative based on environmental, community, and transportation considerations • Typically needed to pursue federal funding and project approvals • Studies generally take 1–3 years depending on project complexity and decision-making speed Existing Conditions & Purpose and Need NEPA Environmental Document 25 Existing Conditions & Purpose and Need Level of Detail • Data Collection • Vehicle volume • Origin-Destination • Safety/crash data • Pavement condition • Public comment Phase Outcomes • Identify needs of study/project Approximate Cost • $125k – 200k Existing Conditions & Purpose and Need NEPA Environmental Document 34% of incoming travel originates outside Verona DRAFT (Feb 9, 2026 7am – 9 am) 4% 1% 10% 4% 8% 1% 3% 3% 26 Brainstorm Conceptual Strategies Level of Detail • Develop many potential improvements • High-level (fatal flaw) analysis • Traffic Operations • Property Impacts • Safety Conflict Points • Indirection Phase Outcomes • Move forward 2-6 ideas Approximate Cost • $50k – 100k Existing Conditions & Purpose and Need NEPA Environmental Document 27 Preliminary Alternatives Level of Detail • Continued Analysis • Layouts/Impacts • Traffic Operations • Safety • Public Input Phase Outcomes • Move forward 2-3 ideas Approximate Cost • $200k – 400k Existing Conditions & Purpose and Need NEPA Environmental Document 28 Detailed Alternatives Level of Detail • Detailed Analysis • Layouts • Traffic Operations • Safety • Property Impacts • Public Input Phase Outcomes • Select Study Team Preferred Alternative Approximate Cost • $200k – 400k Existing Conditions & Purpose and Need NEPA Environmental Document 29 Preferred Alternative Phase Outcomes • Propose Preferred Alternative for final design/construction Existing Conditions & Purpose and Need NEPA Environmental Document Approximate Cost • $200k – 400k 30 Complete NEPA Process Phase Outcomes • Environmental Document • Identify construction funding source Existing Conditions & Purpose and Need NEPA Environmental Document Approximate Cost • $200k – 500k 31 Thank you 32 ORDINANCE NO. 26-1107 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING TITLE 7, CHAPTER 1, SECTION 7-1-1, DEFINITIONS, SECTION 7-1-5, RABIES QUARANTINE, SECTION 7-1-6.5, ADDITIONAL RESTRICTIONS ON ANIMALS, SECTION 7-1-8, ANIMALS RESTRICTED ON PUBLIC GROUNDS, SECTION 7-1-19, ANIMAL FECES, SECTION 7-1-23, EXEMPTIONS FOR SERVICE ANIMALS, TITLE 11, CHAPTER 3, SECTION 11-3-5, CEMETERY REGULATIONS, TITLE 12, CHAPTER 1, SECTION 12-1-1, PARK REGULATIONS, AND TITLE 12, CHAPTER 2, SECTION 12-2-9, RULES FOR VISITORS, OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES, CITY OF VERONA The Common Council of the City of Verona, Dane County, Wisconsin, do ordain that Title 7, Chapter 1, Section 7-1-1, Section 7-1-5, Section 7-1-6.5, Section 7-1-8, Section 7-1-19, Section 7-1-23, Title 11, Chapter 3, Section 11-3-5, Title 12, Chapter 1, Section 12-1-1, and Title 12, Chapter 2, Section 12-2-9 are amended to read as follows: 1. Sec. 7-1-1 – Definitions. (a) Definitions. In this Chapter, unless the context or subject matter otherwise require: (12) Service Animal. An animal as defined in Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act which is individually trained to do work or perform tasks for the benefit of an individual with a disability. This will also include any on-duty animals that are working for officers, employees, contractors, or volunteers for law enforcement or a municipal department. 2. Sec. 7-1-5 – Rabies Quarantine. (a) Dogs and Cats Confined. If a district is quarantined for rabies, all dogs or cats within the City shall be kept securely confined, tied, leashed or muzzled except as exempt under Section 7-1-23. Any dog or cat not confined, tied, leashed or muzzled is declared a public nuisance and may be impounded. All officers shall cooperate in the enforcement of the quarantine. The City Clerk shall promptly post in at least three (3) public places in the City notices of quarantine. 3. Sec. 7-1-6.5 – Additional Restrictions on Animals. (a) No person having the possession or ownership of an animal shall: (1) Allow the animal to run at large within the City, including City parks. The owner of any animal shall keep the animal on a leash, tied, or enclosed in a proper enclosure so as not to allow the animal to interfere with the public or neighbors. Any animal running at large unlicensed and required by state law or this Chapter to be licensed may be seized and impounded by a humane officer or law enforcement officer. An animal shall not be considered to be running at large if it is on a leash and under control of a person physically able to control it, or, in the case of dogs, if the dog is at 33 a dog park in the City which allows dogs to run off leash within a fenced area. Service animals are exempt under Section 7-1-23. 4. Sec. 7-1-8 – Animals Restricted on Public Grounds. There are restrictions on animals on public grounds, pursuant to Section 12-1-1. 5. Sec. 7-1-19 – Animal Feces. (a) Person Walking Animal Required to Remove Fecal Matter. It shall be unlawful for any person to cause or permit any animal, specifically including, but not limited to, dogs, horses, and cats, to be on property, public or private, not owned or possessed by such person unless such person has in his immediate possession an appropriate device for scooping excrement and an appropriate depository for the transmission of excrement to a receptacle located upon property owned or possessed by such person. Any person causing or permitting a dog or cat, horse, or cat to be on property not owned or possessed by such person shall immediately remove all excrement of such dog, horse, or cat to a receptacle located upon property owned or possessed by such person. No person shall permit their dog or cat or other animal to excrete feces upon public rights-of-way or in any park in the City. 6. Sec. 7-1-23 – Exemptions for Service Animals. (a) Service animals, as permitted under § 35.136 of Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act, are exempt from following any City of Verona restriction or regulation for animals which would interfere with their trained work or when the handler’s disability prevents it. 7. Sec. 11-3-5 – Cemetery Regulations. (c) Specific Regulations. (7) Pets. Pets, including animals of any species, must be kept on a leash or in a closed carrier at all times within the cemetery, except as exempt under Section 7-1-23. All pet waste must be cleaned up promptly and removed from the cemetery. 8. Sec. 12-1-1 – Park Regulations. (b) Specific Regulations. (20) Pets. Pets, including animals of any species, shall not be permitted in any City parks, except as exempt under Section 7-1-23. 9. Sec. 12-2-9 – Rules for Visitors. (d) Animals. Animals are permitted in any City cemetery only when confined in a vehicle or a closed carrier, on a leash, or as exempt under Section 7-1-23. All other pets or domestic animals are prohibited without written consent of the Cemetery Board or the sexton. 10. All other sections shall remain as previously adopted. 34 The foregoing ordinance was duly adopted by the Common Council of the City of Verona at a meeting held on _______, 2026, effective upon passage and publication as required by law. CITY OF VERONA ______________________________ Luke Diaz, Mayor _______________________________ Holly Licht, City Clerk ADOPTED: PUBLISHED: 35 Sec. 7-1-1 – Definitions. (a) Definitions. In this Chapter, unless the context or subject matter otherwise require: (12) Service Animal. An animal as defined in Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act which is individually trained to do work or perform tasks for the benefit of an individual with a disability. This will also include any on-duty animals that are working for officers, employees, contractors, or volunteers for law enforcement or a municipal department. Sec. 7-1-5 – Rabies Quarantine. (a) Dogs and Cats Confined. If a district is quarantined for rabies, all dogdogs or cats within the City shall be kept securely confined, tied, leashed or muzzled except as exempt under Section 7-1-23. Any dog or cat not confined, tied, leashed or muzzled is declared a public nuisance and may be impounded. All officers shall cooperate in the enforcement of the quarantine. The City Clerk shall promptly post in at least three (3) public places in the City notices of quarantine. Sec. 7-1-6.5 – Additional Restrictions on Animals. (a) No person having the possession or ownership of an animal shall: (1) Allow the animal to run at large within the City, including City parks. The owner of any animal shall keep the animal on a leash, tied, or enclosed in a proper enclosure so as not to allow the animal to interfere with the public or neighbors. Any animal running at large unlicensed and required by state law or this Chapter to be licensed may be seized and impounded by a humane officer or law enforcement officer. An animal shall not be considered to be running at large if it is on a leash and under control of a person physically able to control it, or, in the case of dogs, if the dog is at a dog park in the City which allows dogs to run off leash within a fenced area. Service animals are exempt under Section 7-1-23. Sec. 7-1-8 – Animals Restricted on Public Grounds. No dog, cat or any other pets or farm animals shall be permitted in any public playground, school grounds, public park, beach, or swimming area within the City. Any dog specially trained as a service dog shall be exempt from this Section. Service dogs include, but are not limited to, search and rescue dogs, police and fire K9s, and dogs specially trained to lead blind, deaf, or mobility impaired persons. There are restrictions on animals on public grounds, pursuant to Section 12-1-1. Sec. 7-1-19 – Animal Feces. (a) Person Walking Animal Required to Remove Fecal Matter. It shall be unlawful for any person to cause or permit any animal, specifically including, but not limited to, dogs, horses, and cats, to be on property, public or private, not owned or possessed by such person unless such person has in his immediate possession an appropriate device for 36 scooping excrement and an appropriate depository for the transmission of excrement to a receptacle located upon property owned or possessed by such person. Any person causing or permitting a dog or cat, horse, or cat to be on property not owned or possessed by such person shall immediately remove all excrement of such dog, horse, or cat to a receptacle located upon property owned or possessed by such person. No person shall permit their dog or cat or other animal to excrete feces upon public rights-of-way or in any park in the City. This Section shall not apply to a person who is visually or physically handicapped. Sec. 7-1-23 – Exemptions for Service Animals. (a) Service animals, as permitted under § 35.136 of Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act, are exempt from following any City of Verona restriction or regulation for animals which would interfere with their trained work or when the handler’s disability prevents it. Sec. 11-3-5 – Cemetery Regulations. (c) Specific Regulations. (7) Pets. Pets, including animals of any species, must be kept on a leash or in a closed carrier at all times within the cemetery., except as exempt under Section 7-1-23. All pet waste must be cleaned up promptly and removed from the cemetery. Sec. 12-1-1 – Park Regulations. (b) Specific Regulations. (20) Pets. Pets, including animals of any species, shall not be permitted in any City parks, unless being used by a visually impaired personexcept as exempt under Section 7-1-23. Sec. 12-2-9 – Rules for Visitors. (d) Animals. Animals are permitted in any City cemetery only when confined in a vehicle or a closed carrier, on a leash, or if the animal is a service animal accompanying a person with sight-impairment or other disability while in the City cemetery.as exempt under Section 7-1- 23. All other pets or domestic animals are prohibited without written consent of the Cemetery Board or the sexton. 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 Public Works Operations 2026 1 48 Public Works Operations Breakdown • Public Works Streets • Refuse & Recycling • Storm Sewer Utility • Water Utility • Sanitary Sewer Utility • Fleet Maintenance • Building Maintenance • Engineering 2 49 Public Works Streets What we maintain • 81+ centerline miles • 2,515 street signs • 16 Traffic Signal Lights ( contract with Madsion TE ) • 73 Street lights (contract with Madsion TE ) • 136 light poles with banners and/or holiday lights (east/west Verona downtown) • Road painting/stripping • Sidewalk program to continue. Inspect/repair/replace each year. • Asphalt to repair or replacement Patch/Pothole • Snowplowing/ice operations and snow removal (seasonal) Streets Staff 6 Streets Staff Members Double as Stormwater and Refuse/Recycling Streets Superintendent – Justin Sutkay (Admin) Admin Assistant Part Time – Donna Egelski Lead-worker – Ryan Paulson Operator- Cory Xander Operator-Kirk Trainer Operator – Ryan Dalsoren Operator-Richard Westbury Operator Clay Sampson 3 50 Public Works Streets Maintenance Goals • Street signs inventory and installation • Road painting • Sidewalk program to continue. Inspect/repair/replace each year. • Asphalt and Concrete street repair or replacement • New yard waste site • Increased snow plowing efficiency single routes from tandem 4 51 Public Works Streets Challenges • Reactive responses (putting out fires) • Staff diversified vs specialization • Traffic signal and streetlights City of Madison Contract • Contracted sidewalk program • Growth = more roads to snowplow • Apex/Whispering Coves/Ardent Glen/Avalon Ridge • Staff: – 6 streets operators/3 water operators/ Streets Superintendent – 10 total Leaves Water Superintendent and Assistant PW Director as backup Solutions • Look at adding additional staff in specialized areas. 5 52 Refuse and Recycling Completed Tasks • 2025 brush: 882 Tons • 2025 yard waste/leaves: 864 Tons • 2025 tire recycling: 3 Tons (staff loads and hauls to the landfill for recycling) • 2025 Street Sweeping: 188 Tons (staff loads and hauls to landfill) • 2025 e-waste drop off: 8.49 Tons • 2025 e-waste day: 5.5 Tons • Brush pickup cut back from every other week • Brush operations: – 6 staff: 2 loaders, 4 trucks, 8 weeks between April and November • Maintain drop-off sites (daily) 6 53 Storm Sewer Utility What we maintain • 162 miles of street sweeping • Leaf collection: – 2 Staff, 2 Leaf Vacs for the month of April and then from Oct.- December weather permitting • 60 public stormwater basins plus greenways that need repair and maintenance – Mowing – Yearly preventative maintenance • 15 Sump devices that should be cleaned a minimum of two times a year, but should be cleaned more. • 1,326+ manholes that need an inspection to log any maintenance needs • 2,765+ inlets that need an inspection/maintenance or repair • 570+ end walls that need an inspection/maintenance or repair • < 160 miles Curb/gutter that require inspection maintenance and repair • < 60 miles of storm pipes that need cleaning and televising to log maintenance needs Equipment • 2 street sweepers • 2 leaf trucks • 1 large tractor mower • 1 skid steer mower Staff • Utility Superintendent – Justin Sutkay (Admin) • Billing Clerk – Kimberly Marshall (billing ) • Operator- Streets Maintenance Crew • Operator – Streets Maintenance Crew • Operator – Streets Maintenance Crew 7 54 Storm Sewer Utility Maintenance Goals • Leaf collection for the month of April and then from Oct.- December weather permitting Changed from staff of 6 to staff of two. • Mowing • MS-4 report AE-COM contract • Some end wall cleaning • Some Curb and gutter repair/inlet and pipe repairs • Some Manhole/basin repairs • Street sweeping: – 2 Staff 2 sweepers minimum once a month from the time the temps get above freezing in the spring until there is consistent freezing temps in the fall. 8 55 Storm Sewer Utility Challenges • Clean and televise program (new Jetter/vac Truck and(camera) • Inlet and manhole inspection program • Preventive maintenance • Curb and gutter inspection program • Basin Maintenance Solutions A specialist should be pursued to organize and grow program. Once the backlog of maintenance is reduced, Verona can move away from consultants doing the inspections of the basins and do them in-house which is likely cheaper. Additionally, a lead worker would benefit plowing operations, and snowplow equipment is currently available. 9 56 Water Utility Tasks • Average Pumping of 1.5 MGD- 2 MGD 2.5 this year • 3 towers – 300,000 gals tower 1 Central 300,000 gals tower 2 Southern 400,000 gals tower 3 Northern • Gound reservoir Well 5 500,000 gals Central • 6 well houses 3 pressure zones • Pump an average of 400 to 2000 gpm. • Add chlorine and fluoride to water • 2 Booster stations pump to the southern and northern zone. Maintain • 90 miles water main • 1150 Hydrants (need to be flushed every 2 years) • 3450 Valves ( 20% year) need to be operated every 5 years) • 4,800 Services • 5,630 meters ( testing 75-100 meters a year) • 3,000 utility Locates a year (storm/water/sanitary) • Water main breaks average 3-4 year Staff • Utility Superintendent - Scott Gunsolus (Admin) • Billing Clerk – Kimberly Marshall (billing, final reads) • Lead-worker – Austin Crary (testing maintenance Wells/Pumps • Operator- Tim Haag (locating, meters, maintenance • Operator – Dylan Bongard (locating, meters, maintenance ) • Two seasonal workers (turning valves, flushing, painting Hydrants) 10 57 Water Utility Completed Goals • Made Well 6 Operational • Updated SCADA System • Rehabbed Wells 3,4,5, • Rebuilt north booster station • Added backup power Well 3 • Completed lead copper services inventory • Installed 2 New Testing samplers for Fluorides and chlorides • New Nitrates sampler well 6 • Started valve turning(operating) and hydrant flushing programs DNR required met requirements • Purchased portable meter tester and brought the city back into compliance for meter testing • Replaced 300 from physical read meters to automated system. • Started repairing and painting fire hydrants. Remaining task • Rehab SE Booster Station and add emergency power backup • Capitol projects with new replacement of water main (break areas) • Complete purchase of Bulk water Station 11 58 Water Utility Challenges • Locates Over 3,000 a year limits staff time • Cross Connection Inspections currently contract out • Water Main Breaks / Winter Weather Austin runs a loader route snowplowing Dylan runs a loader route snowplowing Tim Haag has dedicated truck plow route Scott is backup for all plow drivers Water main breaks require minimum of 4 people With multiple storms or day long plowing, pull to respond to testing etc. 12 59 Sanitary Sewer Utility Tasks • 1.2 Million Gallons a day of waste • 80 miles of sanitary pipe • 2,045 manholes • 4,800 laterals • 2 lift stations Epic and Locust (Contracted with MMSD) • MMSD pump station 17 • Grease Trap Inspection Program • Need Cleaning televising • I&I detection • Sewer Backups • Flooding • Grease Staff • Utility Superintendent - Scott Gunsolus (Admin) • Billing Clerk – Kimberly Marshall (billing ) • Operator- Tim Haag (locating ) • Operator – Dylan Bongard (locating, limited cleaning) 13 60 Sanitary Sewer Utility Completed Goals • Clean Lift-stations • Clean troubled areas 2 times a year • Started contractor cleaning and televising • Purchased new Sewer jetting/vac Truck Remaining tasks • Start I &I program • Start Gease trap Inspection Program • Start inhouse cleaning and televising program • Televise all sewer every 5 years • Manhole inspections/repairs • Sewer repairs 14 61 Sanitary Sewer Utility Challenges Contracted services • Clean/televise on their timeline. • Emergency response time • Cost continues to rise • $600,000 truck is not being optimized pull water/streets Grease trap inspections • MMSD pushing for Program Solutions • Hire a Sanitary Sewer Lead-Woker to run Utility. Operate sewer vac/Jetter truck (plow route in winter) • Adding a Sanitary Utility Lead worker would benefit plowing operations. We currently have available snowplow equipment. • In house cleaning and inspection (tv) • Grease trap inspections self reporting / inspections and documentation 15 62 Fleet Maintenance Mechanic Chad Hollfelder Maintains over 70 pieces of equipment and vehicles New Vehicle and equipment purchases, setup, fabrication Parts inventory , records, Etc. Challenges • The City of Verona have added more vehicles and equipment to various departments that need to be maintained. • We are currently contracting vehicle maintenance for services such as oil changes, tires, etc. for building inspection, police and fire vehicles. • Parks staff currently maintain their mowers and pickup trucks. • The current public works facility has recently added a new two post lift, tire changer and wheel balancing machine. Solution The addition of an ASE Certified Mechanic will allow the current mechanic to continue to work on purchasing, and setting up new vehicles, along with repairing larger fleet vehicles and equipment. This position would relieve parks staff from having to perform vehicle maintenance, adding to increased parks productivity. All city department light vehicle maintenance would be performed by an ASE certified mechanic for insurance purposes. There would be better tracking and localize consolidation of services and fleet records. The city currently pays for maintenance on a fleet of 23 squad cars, 2 building inspection cars, parks and various fire equipment. This position would be split by 8 departments. 16 63 Building Maintenance Simon Hersch Provides Building and Grounds Maintenance for all City Building and Parking City lots. 17 64 Engineering Staff City Engineer- AE COM Carla Fisher PE Public Works Director – Bryan Manning PE Assistant Public Works Director Mike Trotter Construction Manager- Joe Jirsa PE Construction Inspector Jeremy Riesop Construction Inspector TBD 18 65 PW Staff from 2/8/2019-7/27/2026 19 PUBLIC WORKS 2/8/2019 4/28/2023 7/27/2026 Public Works Director 1 Theran 1 Adam W interim 1 Bryan Manning Assistant Public Works Director 1 Eric 1 Mike Trotter Street Superintendent 1 Brian 1 Kyle G. 1 Justin Sutkay Utility Superintendent 1 Jon 1 Mike T 1 Scott Gunsolus Building Facilities Manager 1 Simon 1 Simon H 1 Simon Hersh Construction Manager 1 Marty 1 Joe Jirsa Construction Inspector 1 Matt 1 Aron M. 1 Jeremy Riesop Streets leadworker 1 Dave Hoskins 1 Dave H 1 Ryan P Maintenance Worker 1 Ricky Curkeet 1 Ricky 1 Richard W Maintenance Worker 1 Brian Schult 1 Matt G 1 Clay S Maintenance Worker 1 Darin Dahlk 1 Darin 1 Ryan D Maintenance Worker 1 Mark H 1 Cory X 1 Cory X Maintenance Worker 1 Kirk Trainer 1 Kirk T 1 Kirk T Mechanic 1 CH 1 Chad H. 1 Chad H Water Leadworker 1 David Y 1 Dave Y 1 Austin C Water Operator 1 Dan 1 Brian Schult 1 Dylan B Water Operator 1 Tim Hagg 1 Tim Haag GIS Technician 1 Sammy 0.5 part time John B Utility Billing Clerk 1 Kimberly 1 Kimberly 1 Kimberly Administrative Assistant 1 Mari 1 Mari 0.5 part time Donna Total 19 17 19 66 Staff Request 2027 Staff Request Sanitary Sewer Maintenance Lead-worker Storm Sewer Maintenance Lead-worker ASE Certified Mechanic 2028 Staff Request Traffic Signal and Streetlight Repair Technician Storm Sewer / Streets Maintenance Worker Sanitary Sewer/ Water Maintenance Worker No additional operational staff has been requested or added since 2018 20 67 Questions 21 68 CITY OF VERONA 111 Lincoln Street Verona, WI 53590-1520 Jamie J. Aulik, City Administrator Phone: (608) 848-9942 Email: jaulik@veronawi.gov MEMORANDUM To: Mayor Diaz and Alders, City of Verona From: Jamie J. Aulik, City Administrator Bryan Manning, Public Works Director Date: July 22, 2026 Re: Proposed Sewer and Stormwater Utility Rate Increases The City of Verona Sewer Utility and Stormwater Utility are currently operating at a deficit. During the City’s most recent audit, at the June 22, 2026 meeting an auditor from BakerTilly recommended that the City review and potentially address utility rates to ensure these enterprise funds remain self-supporting and financially sustainable. The last rate adjustment occurred on December 16, 2023. This memorandum outlines the current financial picture and recommended rate increases for the Sewer Utility and Stormwater Utility. Budget Year 2026 Projections (no increase to rates): Sewer Utility Stormwater Utility 2026 - Quarter Income Notes 2026 - Quarter Income Notes 1st $825,284 1st $266,487 2nd $849,882 2nd $266,422 3rd $850,000 Estimate 3rd $267,000 Estimate 4th $850,000 Estimate 4th $267,000 Estimate Total Income $3,375,166 Estimate Total Income $1,066,909 Estimate Interest $120,000 Estimate Interest $40,000 Estimate Total Revenue $3,495,166 Estimate Total Revenue $1,106,909 Estimate 69 2026 Budget 2026 Budget Operating $3,070,096 Operating $688,341 Depreciation $560,000 Depreciation $610,000 $3,630,096 $1,298,341 Revenue to Budget difference -$134,930 Revenue to Budget difference -$191,432 Cash as of 7/8/26 $3,318,783 Cash as of 7/8/26 $1,008,169 If no change to utility rates occur, the estimated deficit for the Sewer Utility is $134,930, and the deficit for the Stormwater Utility is estimated at $191,432. The deficit is also noted on the materials presented by BakerTilly, where expenditures are exceeding revenues – below are figures extracted from the audit presentation. 70 71 72 Other factors: • The Stormwater Utility recently purchased two leaf vacuum machines (an over $600,000 investment) • There is a proposal for additional staff to assist with deferred maintenance and decrease reliance on contracted services for both the Stormwater and Sewer Utilities. • Numerous routine stormwater maintenance projects are needed in upcoming years. • A water utility rate case is going to the Wisconsin Public Service Commission, and given various factors such as inflation, capital projects, maintenance, etc., will likely increase water rates soon, which influence the timing of the proposed increase. While factors driving utility rates are oftentimes individual to the utility, by comparison, the Madison Metropolitan Sewerage District has recently experienced substantial increases: • 2026: 2.8% • 2025: 5.2% • 2024: 9.73% • 2023: 11.6% Staff are proposing: • Stormwater Utility Rates o Adjusting the ERU assessment from $21.25/quarter to $25.00/quarter in the fourth quarter of 2026, and again to $28.75/quarter the first quarter of 2027. • Sewer Utility Rates o Adjusting Sewer Utility rates with a 9% increase in the fourth quarter of 2026, and again a 7% increase in the first quarter of 2027. • Staff assessment: o We believe the increase in rates are necessary given the current financial position of the utility, along with future staff additions, inflation, capital projects, maintenance, and other costs. 73 1 ORDINANCE NO. 262-1012 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING TITLE 9, CHAPTER 2 OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES, CITY OF VERONA, WISCONSIN The Common Council of the City of Ver ona, Dane County, Wisconsin, do ordain that Title 9, Chapter 2 (Sewer Utility Regulations and Rates), of the Code of Ordinances, City of Verona, Wisconsin is amended as follows: 1. The schedule in Section 9-2-3(b) is amended to read as follows: Charge as of 129-16- 232 Charge as of 129-16-262 Charge as of 12-16- 263 5/8” or 3/4” meter $ 50.4843.49 $55.0247.84 $58.8750.48 1” meter $ 90.5978.04 $98.7485.84 $105.6590.59 1 1/2” meter $ 157.45135.6 3 $171.62149.19 $183.63157.45 2” meter $ 236.48203.7 2 $257.76224.09 $275.80236.48 3” meter $ 423.68364.9 7 $461.81401.47 $494.14423.68 4” meter $ 689.88594.2 8 $751.97653.71 $804.61689.88 6” meter $ 1,354.821,1 67.09 $1,476.751,283.8 0 $1580.121,354 .82 8” meter (and greater) $ 2,153.471,8 55.08 $2,347.282,040.5 9 $2511.592,153 .47 2. Section 9-2-3(c) is amended to read as follows: (c) Volume Charge. In addition to the minimum charge based on meter size, there shall be a charge for all flow ba sed on water usage th rough the application of a fee for each one thousand (1,000) gallons used. The volume charge shall be as follows: (1) Effective 129/16/20232: $5.114.40/1,000 gallons. (2) Effective 912/16/20262: $5.574.84/1,000 gallons. (3) Effective 12/16/20263: $5.965.11/1,000 gallons. 3. The schedule in Section 9-2-3(d)(3) is amended to read as follows: Total surcharge Effective 129/16/20232 For BOD (in excess of 200 mg/l) $.2925/ lb. For Suspended Solids (in excess of 250 mg/l) $.4337/ 74 2 lb. For TKN (in excess of 40 mg/l) $.9683/ lb. For Phosphorous (in excess of 10 mg/l) $5. 9210/lb 75 3 Total surcharge Effective 912/16/20262 For BOD (in excess of 200 mg/l) $.3227/ lb. For Suspended Solids (in excess of 250 mg/l) $.4741/ lb. For TKN (in excess of 40 mg/l) $ 1.049 1/lb. For Phosphorous (in excess of 10 mg/l) $65.4561/lb. Total surcharge Effective 12/16/20263 For BOD (in excess of 200 mg/l) $.3429/ lb. For Suspended Solids (in excess of 250 mg/l) $.5043/ lb. For TKN (in excess of 40 mg/l) $ 1.119 6/lb. For Phosphorous (in excess of 10 mg/l) $6.905.92/lb. The foregoing ordinance was duly adopted by the Common Council of the City of Verona at a meeting held on August 8, July 27, 20262. CITY OF VERONA Luke Diaz, Mayor (seal) ATTEST: Holly Licht, City Clerk ENACTED: PUBLISHED: 76 1 ORDINANCE NO.26-1108 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING TITLE 9, CHAPTER 2 OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES, CITY OF VERONA, WISCONSIN The Common Council of the City of Verona, Dane County, Wisconsin, do ordain that Title 9, Chapter 2 (Sewer Utility Regulations and Rates), of the Code of Ordinances, City of Verona, Wisconsin is amended as follows: 1. The schedule in Section 9-2-3(b) is amended to read as follows: Charge as of 12-16-23 Charge as of 9-16-26 Charge as of 12-16- 26 5/8” or 3/4” meter $50.48 $55.02 $58.87 1” meter $90.59 $98.74 $105.65 1 1/2” meter $157.45 $171.62 $183.63 2” meter $236.48 $257.76 $275.80 3” meter $423.68 $461.81 $494.14 4” meter $689.88 $751.97 $804.61 6” meter $1,354.82 $1,476.75 $1580.12 8” meter (and greater) $2,153.47 $2,347.28 $2511.59 2. Section 9-2-3(c) is amended to read as follows: (c) Volume Charge. In addition to the minimum charge based on meter size, there shall be a charge for all flow based on water usage through the application of a fee for each one thousand (1,000) gallons used. The volume charge shall be as follows: (1) Effective 12/16/2023: $5.11/1,000 gallons. (2) Effective 9/16/2026: $5.57/1,000 gallons. (3) Effective 12/16/2026: $5.96/1,000 gallons. 3. The schedule in Section 9-2-3(d)(3) is amended to read as follows: Total surcharge Effective 12/16/2023 For BOD (in excess of 200 mg/l) $.29/lb. For Suspended Solids (in excess of 250 mg/l) $.43/lb. For TKN (in excess of 40 mg/l) $.96/lb. For Phosphorous (in excess of 10 mg/l) $5.92/lb 77 2 Total surcharge Effective 9/16/2026 For BOD (in excess of 200 mg/l) $.32/lb. For Suspended Solids (in excess of 250 mg/l) $.47/lb. For TKN (in excess of 40 mg/l) $1.04/lb. For Phosphorous (in excess of 10 mg/l) $6.45/lb. Total surcharge Effective 12/16/2026 For BOD (in excess of 200 mg/l) $.34/lb. For Suspended Solids (in excess of 250 mg/l) $.50/lb. For TKN (in excess of 40 mg/l) $1.11/lb. For Phosphorous (in excess of 10 mg/l) $6.90/lb. The foregoing ordinance was duly adopted by the Common Council of the City of Verona at a meeting held on July 27, 2026. CITY OF VERONA Luke Diaz, Mayor (seal) ATTEST: Holly Licht, City Clerk ENACTED: PUBLISHED: 78 CITY OF VERONA RESOLUTION NO. 26-024 MODIFICIATION OF STORM WATER UTILITY CHARGE Recitals A. Pursuant to Wis. Stat. § 66.0821 and Title 9, Chapter 5 of the Code of Ordinances, City of Verona, Wisconsin (the "City Code"), the City of Verona Storm Water Utility manages storm water and other surface water discharges within and beyond the City. B. Pursuant to Wis. Stat. § 66.0821 and Section 9-5-4 of the City Code, the Storm Water Utility is authorized to impose a storm water utility charge on all developed property within the City to recover all or a portion of the costs of the Storm Water Utility. The amount of charge shall be based on a rate per equivalent runoff unit (ERU). C. Under 9-5-4 of the City Code, the rate per ERU shall be established pursuant to further resolution of the Common Council and shall be fair and reasonable. A schedule of current rates shall be maintained and on file in the office of the City Clerk. D. To determine the appropriate amount of the storm water utility charge, the Storm Water Utility retained Baker Tilly to complete a rate study (the "Rate Study"). The Rate Study is dated June 22, 2026 and is on file at the Storm Water Utility. E. The Rate Study concluded that the appropriate annual rate per ERU is as follows: starting in Quarter 1, 2023 (December 16, 2023), $85; starting in Quarter 4, 2026 (September 16, 2026), $100; starting in Quarter 1, 2027 (December 16, 2026), $115. Resolution NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Common Council of the City of Verona, Dane County, Wisconsin, do resolve as follows: 1. The representations and recitations set forth in the Recitals are material to this Resolution and are hereby incorporated into and made a part of this Resolution as though they were fully set forth in this paragraph. 2. The Rate Study is hereby approved and adopted. 3. Per the Rate Study, the annual rate per ERU for the storm water utility charge shall be as follows: (a) Effective December 16, 2023, $85. (b) Effective September 16, 2026, $100. (c) Effective December 16, 2026, $115. 79 The above and foregoing Resolution was adopted at a meeting of the City of Verona Common Council on July 27, 2026. By:_________________________________ Luke Diaz, Mayor ATTEST: By:__________________________________ Holly Licht, City Clerk 80 JT ENGINEERING, INC -1- CONTRACT AGREEMENT BETWEEN JT ENGINEERING, INC. AND THE CITY OF VERONA This Contract Agreement is made and entered into this 20 th day of July 2026 by and between THE CITY OF VERONA, hereinafter referred to as the CITY, and JT Engineering, Inc. 281 W. Netherwood Road, Suite 1, Oregon, WI 53575, hereinafter referred to as the CONSULTANT. The CONSULTANT acknowledges by endorsement of this Contract Agreement that: (a) CONSULTANT has the expertise and has a thorough knowledge of the professional services required to complete the proposed work and is qualified to render such professional services (b) CONSULTANT shall comply with all applicable laws, regulations, and orders in the performance of the work (c) the work shall be performed in a manner consistent with that level of care, quality and skill ordinarily exercised by others performing similar work under similar circumstances. The parties agree as follows: CONSULTANT shall furnish Construction Inspection Services to the CITY for the Project as described below. CONSULTANT shall furnish the Basic Services as outlined in the attached scope of services if contract is executed by July 27 th, 2026 and is expected to be completed by June 30 th 2027, unless mutually agreed by CONSULTANT and CITY to extend work beyond this date. For all Basic Services, the CITY agrees to compensate CONSULTANT as follows: Specific hourly rates, inclusive of fees for equipment needed to complete the work and mileage to/from work site, to be used for hours in which the CONSULTANT’s employees are directly engaged in performing the work or services required by this contract: Employee Classification Hourly Rate (1) Project Engineer $133.00 Project Engineer-Mid $149.00 Project Engineer-Senior $164.00 Project Manager $170.00 Project Manager-Senior $205.00 Project Administrator $210.00 Accountant $150.00 (1) Rates are good until October 1, 2026, and shall be updated annually on October 1 thereafter. Compensation for all services provided by the CONSULTANT under the terms of this contract shall not exceed $62,560.00 based on the estimated working schedule attached. Section I – BASIC SERVICES 1.1 Basic Services The Basic Services to be performed under this Contract include construction inspection services as identified in the attached scope of services commentary. Section II – RESPONSIBILITIES 2.1 CITY’s Responsibilities 2.1.1 Assist and cooperate with the CONSULTANT in completing the work in a timely and effective manner. 81 JT ENGINEERING, INC -2- 2.1.2 Make available to the CONSULTANT drawings, specifications and data which the CONSULTANT considers pertinent to the CONSULTANT’s responsibilities hereunder, all of which the CONSULTANT may rely upon in performing services hereunder except as may be specifically provided otherwise in writing. 2.1.3 Give prompt written notice to the CONSULTANT whenever the CITY observes or otherwise becomes aware of any development that affects the scope, timing, or performance of services of the CONSULTANT. Section III – TIME SCHEDULE 3.1 Authorization Unless otherwise directed by the CITY, the CONSULTANT shall commence the performance of the Basic Services upon execution of this Contract by both parties which shall constitute Authorization to Proceed. 3.2 Expeditious Performance The CONSULTANT recognizes that the services under this Contract are to be performed as expeditiously as practical after Authorization to Proceed. Every reasonable effort will be made to substantially complete the Basic Services within the period described above. Section IV – INVOICES AND PAYMENT 4.1 Invoices Invoices shall be submitted once a month or upon completion of services, whichever occurs earlier, for services provided under Section 1. 4.2 Payment 4.2.1 The CITY shall pay the CONSULTANT based on the monthly invoices, with total payment not to exceed the total contract amount. 4.2.2 It is expressly understood and agreed by both parties that the CONSULTANT will be paid by the CITY within 30 days after receipt of the invoice provided by the CONSULTANT. The CITY agrees to process the CONSULTANTS invoices promptly. Section V – CHANGES 5.1 Written Authorization THE CITY or CONSULTANT may, at any time, by written order, make changes in the services or work to be performed within the general scope of this Subcontract. 5.2 Equitable Adjustment If such changes cause an increase or decrease in the CONSULTANTS cost of, or time required for, performance of any services under this Contract, an equitable adjustment shall be made, and this Contract shall be modified in writing accordingly. Section VI – DISPUTES 6.1 Resolution Procedure Except as this Contract otherwise provides, in all claims, counter-claims, disputes, and other matters in question ( Dispute) between the CITY and CONSULTANT arising out of or relating to this Contract or the breach of it, the CITY and CONSULTANT will negotiate a resolution of the Dispute at a reasonable time and location set by the CITY and CONSULTANT. Should negotiation be unsuccessful, mediation of the Dispute by a third party shall follow. Mediation shall be conducted in Dane County, WI, unless the CITY and CONSULTANT agree to another location. CONSULTANT and the CITY agree that those disputes not settled by mediation will be decided by binding arbitration, unless the CITY or CONSULTANT elect to have said Dispute resolved in a court of competent jurisdiction. 6.1.1 Negotiation Following written notice of a Dispute, two (2) face-to-face meetings (or less if the Dispute is resolved) shall be held. 82 JT ENGINEERING, INC -3- 6.1.2 Mediation If negotiation is unsuccessful, a mutually acceptable third party ( Facilitator) having expertise in the subject of the dispute shall be engaged to mediate the Dispute. Should the CITY and CONSULTANT be unable to reach agreement on a Facilitator, either party may request a Circuit Judge Dane Co., WI to appoint said Facilitator. The fee and expenses of the Facilitator shall be shared equally by the parties to the Dispute. The parties may present evidence and arguments to the Facilitator. Unless the Facilitator and the parties agree otherwise, one (1) face-to-face meeting shall be held within the sixty (60) day period beginning on the date of the Facilitator’s engagement. Following the meeting, the Facilitator shall report to the parties whether he believes the Dispute is resolvable through mediation. At that point the parties shall elect (a) to continue mediation, (b) replace the Facilitator and continue mediation, or (c) end mediation. If the mediation is ended or otherwise unsuccessful in the resolution of said Dispute, the Dispute shall be resolved by binding arbitration upon the request of either party or in the alternative, by judicial adjudication. 6.1.3 Arbitration If the dispute is arbitrated, (a) the arbitration shall be decided in accordance with the current construction Industry Arbitration Rules of the American Arbitration Association; (b) the demand for arbitration may not be made more than one (1) year after the date on which the claim in dispute arose; and (c) the arbitration proceeding may not include, by consolidation or otherwise, any third person. Any decision rendered by the arbitrator(s) shall be final. Judgment may be entered upon the decision in any court having jurisdiction. The decision shall not be subject to modification or appeal except to the extent permitted by Sections 10 and 11 of the Federal Arbitration Act (9 U.S.C. 10, 11). Section VII – SUSPENSION OF WORK 7.1 Convenience of the CITY The CITY may order CONSULTANT to suspend, delay, or interrupt all or any part of the CONSULTANTS services for such period of time as the CITY may determine to be appropriate for the convenience of the CITY. 7.2 Adjustment in Schedule If the performance of all or any part of the CONSULTANTS services is, for an unreasonable period of time, suspended, delayed, or interrupted by an act of the CITY, an appropriate extension of time shall be made for any such delay in the performance of this Contract necessarily caused by such unreasonable suspension, delay, or interruption, and the Contract modified in writing accordingly. Section VIII – TERMINATION OF CONTRACT 8.1 Written Notice It is expressly understood and agreed that the CITY may terminate this Contract at any time by giving the CONSULTANT 10 days written notice in writing either personally at one of the offices of the CONSULTANT or sent by registered mail, return receipt requested, to the principal office of the CONSULTANT. The CONSULTANT may terminate this Contract upon 30 days written notice in the event of nonpayment by the CITY of CONSULTANTS’ invoices rendered for a period of 60 days or in the event the CITY otherwise substantially fails to fulfill its obligations under this Contract. 8.2 Adjustment for Services Performed In the event that this Contract is terminated by either the CITY or the CONSULTANT, the CONSULTANT shall be compensated for all services performed to the date of termination including reimbursable expenses then due. Section IX – INSURANCE 9.1 Coverage Prior to commencing work, the CONSULTANT shall obtain and maintain in effect for the duration of this Contract at its own expense the insurance with insurance companies licensed in the State where the project is located. 9.2 Minimum Coverage The minimum required coverage is the following: 83 JT ENGINEERING, INC -4- 9.2.1 Worker’s Compensation and Employer’s Liability Worker’s Compensation and Employer’s Liability in compliance with the statutory requirements of the State of Wisconsin. 9.2.2 General Liability Commercial general liability insurance covering operations, completed operations, contractual agreements, and independent contractors, each with minimum limits of liability on an occurrence basis as set forth below: General Aggregate $2,000,000 Each Occurrence $1,000,000 Operations Aggregate $2,000,000 Personal Injury $1,000,000 9.2.3 Professional Liability Liability insurance in an amount of at least $1,000,000 total limit of liability per claim and aggregate with a maximum deductible amount of $50,000. Section X – GENERAL PROVISIONS 10.1 Independent CONSULTANT represents that it is an independent contractor and is not an employee of the CITY. 10.2 Indemnification CITY hereby agrees to indemnify, pay for defense, and hold CONSULTANT harmless from and against any and all losses, damages, settlements, costs, charges, or other expenses or liabilities of every kind and character arising out of or relating to any and all claims, liens, demands, obligations, actions, proceedings, or causes of action of every kind and character relating to the negligent acts, errors, and/or omissions of the CITY, its employees, agents and third parties who perform any of the services of CITY hereunder, and anyone else for whose acts the CITY is responsible under this contract. CONSULTANT hereby agrees to indemnify, pay for defense, and hold the CITY harmless from and against any and all losses, damages, settlements, costs, charges, or other expenses or liabilities of every kind and character arising out of or relating to any and all claims, liens, demands, obligations, actions, proceedings, or causes of action of every kind and character relating to the negligent acts, errors, and/or omissions of CONSULTANT, its employees, agents and third parties who perform any of the services of CONSULTANT hereunder, and anyone else for whose acts CONSULTANT is responsible under this contract. 10.3 Interpretation Interpretation and enforcement of this Contract shall be in accordance with the laws of the State of Wisconsin. 10.4 Notices Written notices may be delivered in person or by certified mail, or by facsimile, or by courier. All notices shall be effective upon the date of receipt by the party. Notices shall be delivered or sent to the designated representative of the other party at the address given on the last page of this Contract. An address may only be changed by written notice. 10.5 Applicable Law If applicable to this Contract, CONSULTANT will comply with the requirements of: 10.5.1 The Equal Employment Opportunity clause in Section 202 of Executive Order 11246, as amended. 10.5.2 Utilization of Small and Disadvantaged Business Concerns (Public Law 95-507), and 10.5.3 All other federal, state and local laws and regulations or orders issued under such laws. 10.6 Entire Agreement This Contract, including any schedules, attachments and referenced documents, is the entire agreement between the CITY and the CONSULTANT. Any prior or contemporaneous agreements, promises, negotiations or representations not expressly stated herein are of no force and effect. Any changes to this Contract shall be in writing and signed by the CITY and CONSULTANT. 84 JT ENGINEERING, INC -5- 10.7 Execution Authority This Contract is a valid and authorized undertaking of the CITY and CONSULTANT. The representatives of the CITY and CONSULTANT who have signed below have been authorized to do so. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have made and executed this Contract as of the day and year shown on the cover page. 85 JT ENGINEERING, INC -6- JT Engineering, Inc. 2 81 W. Netherwood Road, Suite 1 Oregon, WI 53575 City of Verona 111 Lincoln Street Verona, WI 53593 By: By: Brian Chlopek, PE Executive Vice President Luke Diaz, Mayor Date: 7/20/26 Date By: By: Holly Licht, City Clerk Date: Date 86 SCOPE OF SERVICES COMMENTARY PROJECT: Aldi Development CITY OF VERONA, DANE COUNTY GENERAL – This is a commercial development project that will include earthwork, aggregate base course, installation of sanitary sewer, water main, and storm sewer utilities, ancillary concrete, and HMA paving. The expected scope of the construction work is assumed to generally follow the plans approved by the City of Verona. For the estimate of construction engineering costs, the scope is as follows: A. Inspection a. Construction oversight and inspection to verify that the construction complies with the plans and specifications. Inspection staff will provide a daily report to the City documenting details about the work that was completed. Inspector’s daily reports will be filed on Microsoft Teams and shared with the City. Full-time inspection based on a 5-day work week (Monday – Friday) is anticipated as attached in the Estimated Construction Inspection Schedule. B. Materials Verification – JT staff will facilitate coordination with Soils & Engineering Services, Inc. (SES) for materials assurance provided by SES. C. Survey – Verification survey for use in as-built drawings and for the City’s Geographic Information System. No project staking by JT staff is included, as this is the responsibility of others. JT will supply a dedicated GPS unit for data collection of underground utilities, stormwater facilities, and as directed by the City. D. Project Records – The following project records will be completed and submitted to the City of Verona at the conclusion of the project: 1. As-built plan set depicting the actual construction of the project and any significant plan changes 2. Assist the City in shop drawing and materials submittal reviews as directed by the City 3. Project diaries including project photos 87 City of Verona Aldi Development Estimated Construction Inspection Schedule Classification Project Engineer- Mid Project Manager Project Administrator Accountant Hourly Wage $149.00 $170.00 $210.00 $150.00 Hours Hours Hours Hours Week Begin Week End Sunday Saturday 21-Jun-26 27-Jun-26 28-Jun-26 4-Jul-26 5-Jul-26 11-Jul-26 12-Jul-26 18-Jul-26 19-Jul-26 25-Jul-26 26-Jul-26 1-Aug-26 2-Aug-26 8-Aug-26 50 4 1 1 9-Aug-26 15-Aug-26 50 4 16-Aug-26 22-Aug-26 50 4 23-Aug-26 29-Aug-26 50 4 30-Aug-26 5-Sep-26 30 2 6-Sep-26 12-Sep-26 30 2 1 0.5 13-Sep-26 19-Sep-26 30 2 20-Sep-26 26-Sep-26 30 2 1 0.5 27-Sep-26 3-Oct-26 $156.45 $178.50 $220.50 $157.50 4-Oct-26 10-Oct-26 11-Oct-26 17-Oct-26 18-Oct-26 24-Oct-26 25-Oct-26 31-Oct-26 18-Apr-27 24-Apr-27 25-Apr-27 1-May-27 2-May-27 8-May-27 9-May-27 15-May-27 16-May-27 22-May-27 23-May-27 29-May-27 30-May-27 5-Jun-27 10 4 6-Jun-27 12-Jun-27 10 4 1 1 13-Jun-27 19-Jun-27 10 4 20-Jun-27 26-Jun-27 10 4 1 1 27-Jun-27 3-Jul-27 4-Jul-27 10-Jul-27 Totals 360 40 5 4 Cost $53,938.00 $6,936.00 $1,071.00 $615.00 Total Estimated Contract Amount $62,560.00 5% rate increase assumed Page 1/1 88 JT ENGINEERING, INC -1- CONTRACT AGREEMENT BETWEEN JT ENGINEERING, INC. AND THE CITY OF VERONA This Contract Agreement is made and entered into this 13 th day of July 2026 by and between THE CITY OF VERONA, hereinafter referred to as the CITY, and JT Engineering, Inc. 281 W. Netherwood Road, Suite 1, Oregon, WI 53575, hereinafter referred to as the CONSULTANT. The CONSULTANT acknowledges by endorsement of this Contract Agreement that: (a) CONSULTANT has the expertise and has a thorough knowledge of the professional services required to complete the proposed work and is qualified to render such professional services (b) CONSULTANT shall comply with all applicable laws, regulations, and orders in the performance of the work (c) the work shall be performed in a manner consistent with that level of care, quality and skill ordinarily exercised by others performing similar work under similar circumstances. The parties agree as follows: CONSULTANT shall furnish Construction Inspection Services to the CITY for the Project as described below. CONSULTANT shall furnish the Basic Services as outlined in the attached scope of services if contract is executed by July 13 th, 2026 and is expected to be completed by December 31 st 2027, unless mutually agreed by CONSULTANT and CITY to extend work beyond this date. For all Basic Services, the CITY agrees to compensate CONSULTANT as follows: Specific hourly rates, inclusive of fees for equipment needed to complete the work and mileage to/from work site, to be used for hours in which the CONSULTANT’s employees are directly engaged in performing the work or services required by this contract: Employee Classification Hourly Rate (1) Project Engineer $133.00 Project Engineer-Mid $149.00 Project Engineer-Senior $164.00 Project Manager $170.00 Project Manager-Senior $205.00 Project Administrator $210.00 Accountant $150.00 (1) Rates are good until October 1, 2026, and shall be updated annually on October 1 thereafter. Compensation for all services provided by the CONSULTANT under the terms of this contract shall not exceed $124,364.25 based on the estimated working schedule attached. Section I – BASIC SERVICES 1.1 Basic Services The Basic Services to be performed under this Contract include construction inspection services as identified in the attached scope of services commentary. Section II – RESPONSIBILITIES 2.1 CITY’s Responsibilities 2.1.1 Assist and cooperate with the CONSULTANT in completing the work in a timely and effective manner. 89 JT ENGINEERING, INC -2- 2.1.2 Make available to the CONSULTANT drawings, specifications and data which the CONSULTANT considers pertinent to the CONSULTANT’s responsibilities hereunder, all of which the CONSULTANT may rely upon in performing services hereunder except as may be specifically provided otherwise in writing. 2.1.3 Give prompt written notice to the CONSULTANT whenever the CITY observes or otherwise becomes aware of any development that affects the scope, timing, or performance of services of the CONSULTANT. Section III – TIME SCHEDULE 3.1 Authorization Unless otherwise directed by the CITY, the CONSULTANT shall commence the performance of the Basic Services upon execution of this Contract by both parties which shall constitute Authorization to Proceed. 3.2 Expeditious Performance The CONSULTANT recognizes that the services under this Contract are to be performed as expeditiously as practical after Authorization to Proceed. Every reasonable effort will be made to substantially complete the Basic Services within the period described above. Section IV – INVOICES AND PAYMENT 4.1 Invoices Invoices shall be submitted once a month or upon completion of services, whichever occurs earlier, for services provided under Section 1. 4.2 Payment 4.2.1 The CITY shall pay the CONSULTANT based on the monthly invoices, with total payment not to exceed the total contract amount. 4.2.2 It is expressly understood and agreed by both parties that the CONSULTANT will be paid by the CITY within 30 days after receipt of the invoice provided by the CONSULTANT. The CITY agrees to process the CONSULTANTS invoices promptly. Section V – CHANGES 5.1 Written Authorization THE CITY or CONSULTANT may, at any time, by written order, make changes in the services or work to be performed within the general scope of this Subcontract. 5.2 Equitable Adjustment If such changes cause an increase or decrease in the CONSULTANTS cost of, or time required for, performance of any services under this Contract, an equitable adjustment shall be made, and this Contract shall be modified in writing accordingly. Section VI – DISPUTES 6.1 Resolution Procedure Except as this Contract otherwise provides, in all claims, counter-claims, disputes, and other matters in question ( Dispute) between the CITY and CONSULTANT arising out of or relating to this Contract or the breach of it, the CITY and CONSULTANT will negotiate a resolution of the Dispute at a reasonable time and location set by the CITY and CONSULTANT. Should negotiation be unsuccessful, mediation of the Dispute by a third party shall follow. Mediation shall be conducted in Dane County, WI, unless the CITY and CONSULTANT agree to another location. CONSULTANT and the CITY agree that those disputes not settled by mediation will be decided by binding arbitration, unless the CITY or CONSULTANT elect to have said Dispute resolved in a court of competent jurisdiction. 6.1.1 Negotiation Following written notice of a Dispute, two (2) face-to-face meetings (or less if the Dispute is resolved) shall be held. 90 JT ENGINEERING, INC -3- 6.1.2 Mediation If negotiation is unsuccessful, a mutually acceptable third party ( Facilitator) having expertise in the subject of the dispute shall be engaged to mediate the Dispute. Should the CITY and CONSULTANT be unable to reach agreement on a Facilitator, either party may request a Circuit Judge Dane Co., WI to appoint said Facilitator. The fee and expenses of the Facilitator shall be shared equally by the parties to the Dispute. The parties may present evidence and arguments to the Facilitator. Unless the Facilitator and the parties agree otherwise, one (1) face-to-face meeting shall be held within the sixty (60) day period beginning on the date of the Facilitator’s engagement. Following the meeting, the Facilitator shall report to the parties whether he believes the Dispute is resolvable through mediation. At that point the parties shall elect (a) to continue mediation, (b) replace the Facilitator and continue mediation, or (c) end mediation. If the mediation is ended or otherwise unsuccessful in the resolution of said Dispute, the Dispute shall be resolved by binding arbitration upon the request of either party or in the alternative, by judicial adjudication. 6.1.3 Arbitration If the dispute is arbitrated, (a) the arbitration shall be decided in accordance with the current construction Industry Arbitration Rules of the American Arbitration Association; (b) the demand for arbitration may not be made more than one (1) year after the date on which the claim in dispute arose; and (c) the arbitration proceeding may not include, by consolidation or otherwise, any third person. Any decision rendered by the arbitrator(s) shall be final. Judgment may be entered upon the decision in any court having jurisdiction. The decision shall not be subject to modification or appeal except to the extent permitted by Sections 10 and 11 of the Federal Arbitration Act (9 U.S.C. 10, 11). Section VII – SUSPENSION OF WORK 7.1 Convenience of the CITY The CITY may order CONSULTANT to suspend, delay, or interrupt all or any part of the CONSULTANTS services for such period of time as the CITY may determine to be appropriate for the convenience of the CITY. 7.2 Adjustment in Schedule If the performance of all or any part of the CONSULTANTS services is, for an unreasonable period of time, suspended, delayed, or interrupted by an act of the CITY, an appropriate extension of time shall be made for any such delay in the performance of this Contract necessarily caused by such unreasonable suspension, delay, or interruption, and the Contract modified in writing accordingly. Section VIII – TERMINATION OF CONTRACT 8.1 Written Notice It is expressly understood and agreed that the CITY may terminate this Contract at any time by giving the CONSULTANT 10 days written notice in writing either personally at one of the offices of the CONSULTANT or sent by registered mail, return receipt requested, to the principal office of the CONSULTANT. The CONSULTANT may terminate this Contract upon 30 days written notice in the event of nonpayment by the CITY of CONSULTANTS’ invoices rendered for a period of 60 days or in the event the CITY otherwise substantially fails to fulfill its obligations under this Contract. 8.2 Adjustment for Services Performed In the event that this Contract is terminated by either the CITY or the CONSULTANT, the CONSULTANT shall be compensated for all services performed to the date of termination including reimbursable expenses then due. Section IX – INSURANCE 9.1 Coverage Prior to commencing work, the CONSULTANT shall obtain and maintain in effect for the duration of this Contract at its own expense the insurance with insurance companies licensed in the State where the project is located. 9.2 Minimum Coverage The minimum required coverage is the following: 91 JT ENGINEERING, INC -4- 9.2.1 Worker’s Compensation and Employer’s Liability Worker’s Compensation and Employer’s Liability in compliance with the statutory requirements of the State of Wisconsin. 9.2.2 General Liability Commercial general liability insurance covering operations, completed operations, contractual agreements, and independent contractors, each with minimum limits of liability on an occurrence basis as set forth below: General Aggregate $2,000,000 Each Occurrence $1,000,000 Operations Aggregate $2,000,000 Personal Injury $1,000,000 9.2.3 Professional Liability Liability insurance in an amount of at least $1,000,000 total limit of liability per claim and aggregate with a maximum deductible amount of $50,000. Section X – GENERAL PROVISIONS 10.1 Independent CONSULTANT represents that it is an independent contractor and is not an employee of the CITY. 10.2 Indemnification CITY hereby agrees to indemnify, pay for defense, and hold CONSULTANT harmless from and against any and all losses, damages, settlements, costs, charges, or other expenses or liabilities of every kind and character arising out of or relating to any and all claims, liens, demands, obligations, actions, proceedings, or causes of action of every kind and character relating to the negligent acts, errors, and/or omissions of the CITY, its employees, agents and third parties who perform any of the services of CITY hereunder, and anyone else for whose acts the CITY is responsible under this contract. CONSULTANT hereby agrees to indemnify, pay for defense, and hold the CITY harmless from and against any and all losses, damages, settlements, costs, charges, or other expenses or liabilities of every kind and character arising out of or relating to any and all claims, liens, demands, obligations, actions, proceedings, or causes of action of every kind and character relating to the negligent acts, errors, and/or omissions of CONSULTANT, its employees, agents and third parties who perform any of the services of CONSULTANT hereunder, and anyone else for whose acts CONSULTANT is responsible under this contract. 10.3 Interpretation Interpretation and enforcement of this Contract shall be in accordance with the laws of the State of Wisconsin. 10.4 Notices Written notices may be delivered in person or by certified mail, or by facsimile, or by courier. All notices shall be effective upon the date of receipt by the party. Notices shall be delivered or sent to the designated representative of the other party at the address given on the last page of this Contract. An address may only be changed by written notice. 10.5 Applicable Law If applicable to this Contract, CONSULTANT will comply with the requirements of: 10.5.1 The Equal Employment Opportunity clause in Section 202 of Executive Order 11246, as amended. 10.5.2 Utilization of Small and Disadvantaged Business Concerns (Public Law 95-507), and 10.5.3 All other federal, state and local laws and regulations or orders issued under such laws. 10.6 Entire Agreement This Contract, including any schedules, attachments and referenced documents, is the entire agreement between the CITY and the CONSULTANT. Any prior or contemporaneous agreements, promises, negotiations or representations not expressly stated herein are of no force and effect. Any changes to this Contract shall be in writing and signed by the CITY and CONSULTANT. 92 JT ENGINEERING, INC -5- 10.7 Execution Authority This Contract is a valid and authorized undertaking of the CITY and CONSULTANT. The representatives of the CITY and CONSULTANT who have signed below have been authorized to do so. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have made and executed this Contract as of the day and year shown on the cover page. 93 JT ENGINEERING, INC -6- JT Engineering, Inc. 2 81 W. Netherwood Road, Suite 1 Oregon, WI 53575 City of Verona 111 Lincoln Street Verona, WI 53593 By: By: Brian Chlopek, PE Executive Vice President Luke Diaz, Mayor Date: 7/13/26 Date By: By: Holly Licht, City Clerk Date: Date 94 SCOPE OF SERVICES COMMENTARY PROJECT: Ardent Glen – Phase 6 CITY OF VERONA, DANE COUNTY GENERAL – This is a subdivision development project that will include earthwork, aggregate base course, installation of sanitary sewer, water main, and storm sewer utilities, ancillary concrete, and HMA paving. The expected scope of the construction work is assumed to generally follow the plans approved by the City of Verona. For the estimate of construction engineering costs, the scope is as follows: A. Inspection a. Construction oversight and inspection to verify that the construction complies with the plans and specifications. Inspection staff will provide a daily report to the City documenting details about the work that was completed. Inspector’s daily reports will be filed on Microsoft Teams and shared with the City. Full-time inspection based on a 5-day work week (Monday – Friday) is anticipated as attached in the Estimated Construction Inspection Schedule. B. Materials Verification – JT staff will facilitate coordination with Soils & Engineering Services, Inc. (SES) for materials assurance provided by SES. C. Survey – Verification survey for use in as-built drawings and for the City’s Geographic Information System. No project staking by JT staff is included, as this is the responsibility of others. JT will supply a dedicated GPS unit for data collection of underground utilities, stormwater facilities, and as directed by the City. D. Project Records – The following project records will be completed and submitted to the City of Verona at the conclusion of the project: 1. As-built plan set depicting the actual construction of the project and any significant plan changes 2. Assist the City in shop drawing and materials submittal reviews as directed by the City 3. Project diaries including project photos 95 City of Verona Ardent Glen - Phase 6 Estimated Construction Inspection Schedule Classification Project Engineer- Mid Project Manager Project Administrator Accountant Hourly Wage $149.00 $170.00 $210.00 $150.00 Hours Hours Hours Hours Week Begin Week End Sunday Saturday 2-Aug-26 8-Aug-26 50 4 1 1 9-Aug-26 15-Aug-26 50 4 16-Aug-26 22-Aug-26 50 4 23-Aug-26 29-Aug-26 50 4 30-Aug-26 5-Sep-26 50 4 1 0.5 6-Sep-26 12-Sep-26 50 4 13-Sep-26 19-Sep-26 40 4 20-Sep-26 26-Sep-26 25 4 27-Sep-26 3-Oct-26 25 4 1 0.5 $156.45 $178.50 $220.50 $157.50 4-Oct-26 10-Oct-26 25 4 11-Oct-26 17-Oct-26 25 4 18-Oct-26 24-Oct-26 25 4 25-Oct-26 31-Oct-26 30 4 1 0.5 1-Nov-26 7-Nov-26 30 4 8-Nov-26 14-Nov-26 30 4 15-Nov-26 21-Nov-26 30 4 1 0.5 22-Nov-26 28-Nov-26 25-Apr-27 1-May-27 2-May-27 8-May-27 9-May-27 15-May-27 16-May-27 22-May-27 23-May-27 29-May-27 30-May-27 5-Jun-27 6-Jun-27 12-Jun-27 13-Jun-27 19-Jun-27 20-Jun-27 26-Jun-27 27-Jun-27 3-Jul-27 4-Jul-27 10-Jul-27 11-Jul-27 17-Jul-27 18-Jul-27 24-Jul-27 25-Jul-27 31-Jul-27 1-Aug-27 7-Aug-27 30 5 1 1 8-Aug-27 14-Aug-27 30 5 15-Aug-27 21-Aug-27 30 5 22-Aug-27 28-Aug-27 30 5 1 1 Totals 705 84 7 5 Cost $107,391.75 $14,688.00 $1,512.00 $772.50 Total Estimated Contract Amount $124,364.25 5% rate increase assumed Page 1/1 96 ADDENDUM TO LEASE AGREEMENT THIS ADDENDUM TO LEASE AGREEMENT (this “ Addendum”), dated to be effective as of __________, 202 6 (the “Effective Date”) , is made by and between THE CITY OF VERONA, WISCONSIN, a Wisconsin municipal corporation (the “City”) and THE ART HOUSE 360, INC., a Wisconsin nonstock corporation (“ The Art House 360”). RECITALS A. The City and The Art House 360 executed a Lease Agreement dated March 4, 2024 (the “Lease Agreement”) pertaining to City -owned real property located at 401 W. V erona Avenue , Verona, Wisconsin (parcel identification number: 286/0608-153-6334-2) (the “Property”). B. The City and The Art House 360 wish to execute this Addendum to address use of the existing flagpole on the Property. AGREEMENT NOW, THEREFORE, for good and valuable consideration, this Addendum is made and entered into by and between the City and The Art House 360. 1. Pursuant to this Addendum, Article 13, General Provisions of the Lease Agreement is amended to add the following Section 13.19 to read as follows: 13.19 Flagpole . The Art House 360 may use the existing flagpole on the Property. If The Art House 360 uses the flagpole, The Art House 360 shall place either the U.S. flag or the Wisconsin Flag, as those flags are defined in the City’s Display of Flags Policy, at the top of the flagpole, and then any other flags placed on the flagpole must be in compliance with the City’s Display of Flags Policy, as may be amended from time to time by the City. 2. This Addendum shall be effective upon the Effective Date. 3. Except as modified herein, the Lease Agreement shall be and remain in full force and effect. [Signature page follows] 97 2 IN WITNESS WHEREOF, this Addendum has been made, executed, and delivered as of the Effective Date. CITY OF VERONA, WISCONSIN a Wisconsin municipal corporation By: ___________________________ Luke Diaz, Mayor By: ___________________________ Holly Licht, City Clerk THE ART HOUSE 360, INC., a Wisconsin nonstock corporation By: ___________________________ ___________________________ By: ___________________________ ___________________________ 98