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Monona City Council Minutes July 6, 2026 Call to Order The regular meeting of the Monona City Council was called to order by Mayor Moore at 7:02 PM. Roll Call and Pledge of Allegiance Present: Mayor Nancy Moore, Alderpersons Rick Bernstein, Teresa Radermacher, Doug Wood, and Rachel Kugle. Absent: Alderpersons Brian Holmquist (excused) and Patrick DePula (excused) Also Present: Administrator Neil Stechschulte, Finance Director Marc Houtakker, City Attorney Bill Cole, Director of Planning and Community Development Doug Plowman, Community Development Authority Chair Tom Stolper, and City Clerk Christina Kahl Approval of Minutes C.1. June 15, 2026 Motion by Alder Wood, seconded by Alder Kugle to approve the June 15, 2026 meeting minutes. Motion Passed. Appearances Cara Erickson, Executive Director for Friends of San Damiano, appeared before the Council. She spoke regarding the use of the house at San Damiano. Currently, use of the house is limited to 10 calendar days per month/4 hours per day. This is where the office is located and the allowed hours are not conducive to their needs. Erickson did acknowledge that the building is not up to code currently. Friends of San Damiano would like use of the office space seasonally (not winter) for board meetings, event preparations, and coordination of events to build a successful business. Her preference would be full months (excluding winter). Attorney Cole stated that due to not meeting building codes and safety concerns the house should not be used as a base. Public Hearing There was no Public Hearing. Consent Agenda There were no consent agenda items. Council Action Items G.1. Unfinished Business G.1.a. Convene in Closed Session under Wisconsin Statute section 19.85(1)(e) 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 (San Damiano License) and section 19.85(1)(e) 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 (WPS Drive and West Broadway Development Agreement). Motion by Alder Wood, seconded by Alder Radermacher, to convene in closed session. On a roll call vote, all members voted in favor of the motion. Motion Passed (7:14 PM). G.1.b. Reconvene in Open Session Under Wisconsin Statute Section 19.85(2). Motion by Alder Radermacher, seconded by Alder Kugle to reconvene in open session. Motion Passed (9:15 PM). G.1.c. Consideration of Resolution 26-6-2907 Approval of an Interim Short-Term License for Use of the San Damiano Property (Mayor Moore). Motion by Alder Kugle, seconded by Alder Bernstein to table Resolution 26-6- 2907 until the next Council meeting. Motion Passed. G.2. New Business G.2.a. Consideration of Resolution 26-7-2908 Approving a Development Agreement with Galway Companies, Inc., for a Mixed Use Development at Approximately West Broadway and WPS Drive (Community Development Authority). Director Plowman stated he has the direction needed. This will be going before the Community Development Authority tomorrow night at their meeting and brought before the Council at the next July meeting. No Action, First Read G.2.b. Consideration of Resolution 26-7-XXXX Approving Modifications to Conditions of Approval for a Certified Survey Map for the Greenline Development (Director of Planning & Economic Development) Director Plowman reviewed and discussed the conditions. There is a need to get the Certified Survey Map (CSM) filed and approved to move forward. Subject to the final design per the developer. A memo was provided to supplement the conditions. The developer is asking for one read so they can obtain the CSM. Motion by Alder Wood, seconded by Alder Bernstein to suspend the rules and take action. Motion Passed. Motion by Alder Bernstein, seconded by Alder Radermacher to approve the resolution. Motion Passed. G.2.c. Consideration of Resolution 26-7-XXXX Approving an Amendment to the Water Tower/Land Lease Agreement With Cellco Partnership d/b/a Verizon Wireless (City Attorney) Attorney Cole gave some background information on this item. The lease will expire at the end of the year. This agreement will extend it for 20 years with a 3% increase each year. It is a substantial income resource between all the towers. Motion by Alder Kugle, seconded by Alder Bernstein to suspend the rules and take action. Motion Passed. Motion by Alder Bernstein, seconded by Alder Kugle to approve the resolution. Motion Passed. G.2.d. Consideration of Ordinance 7-26-XXXX Amending Chapter 272 Regarding Fencing Requirements for Alcohol Establishments (City Attorney) Attorney Cole reviewed the proposed amendments for three code sections. The intent would be to allow more flexibility by putting the approvals within the purview of the License Review Committee regarding fencing requirements on temporary liquor licenses, beer gardens and patio permits. No Action, First Read G.2.e. Consideration of Resolution 26-7-XXXX Approving a Capital Budget Amendment for Conceptual Design Services for a New Public Space Within the Greenline Development (Parks & Recreation Director) *Immediate Action Requested* Administrator Stechschulte gave some background on this item to use up to $20,000 from the Capital Budget to get conceptual design services. This would allow Director Anderson to seek preliminary designs for a dedicated park space. Motion by Adler Wood, seconded by Alder Bernstein to suspend the rules and take action. Motion Passed. Motion by Alder Wood, seconded by Alder Bernstein to approve up to $20,000 for conceptual design services. Motion Passed. Reports of Elected Officials and Staff Alders, Attorney, staff, and Mayor Moore provided various reports and updates. Appointments There were no Appointments. Adjournment Motion by Alder Bernstein, seconded by Alder Wood to adjourn the meeting. Motion Passed (9:54 PM).