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CITY OF MENOMONIE COUNCIL MEETING OFFICIAL COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS Page 1 of 4 A regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Menomonie, Dunn County, Wisconsin, was held in open session on, April 20, 2026, and called to order by Mayor Knaack at 7:00 p.m. in the City Council Chambers. The following members were present: Luther, Crowe, Sutherland, Pickard, Schwebs, Gentz, Solberg, Schlough, Erdman and Sommerfeld. Yonko was absent. MOTION made by Erdman, seconded by Pickard, and carried unanimously to approve the minutes of the April 6, 2026, City Council meeting. MOTION made by Pickard, seconded by Solberg, and carried unanimously to approve the minutes of the April 9, 2026, Special City Council meeting. PUBLIC COMMENTS – Mike Kneer was present to speak in favor of agenda item 5 (m), without allowing reservation of the tennis court. David Stordahl representing Stainless Technologies LLC spoke in favor of agenda Items 5 (a) and (b), and was present for any questions related to those agenda items. MOTION was made by Solberg, seconded by Schlough, and carried unanimously on roll call vote to approve the offer to purchase from Stainless Technologies LLC, as presented. MOTION was made by Solberg, seconded by Schwebs, and carried unanimously on roll call vote to approve the Tax Increment District Development Agreement with Stainless Technologies LLC, as presented. RESOLUTION – MOTION was made by Pickard, seconded by Schwebs, and carried unanimously on a voice vote to approve Resolution 2026-10, a resolution proclaiming April 24th as Arbor Day in the City of Menomonie. RESOLUTION – MOTION was made by Pickard, seconded by Schwebs, and carried unanimously on a voice vote to approve Resolution 2026-11, a resolution proclaiming April 24th as International Migratory Bird Day in the City of Menomonie. RESOLUTION – MOTION was made by Schlough, seconded by Pickard, and carried unanimously on a roll call vote to approve Resolution 2026-12, authorizing the issuance and sale of up to $4,390,211 Water System Revenue Bonds, Series 2026A and providing for other details and covenants with respect thereto. RESOLUTION – MOTION was made by Crowe, seconded by Pickard, and carried unanimously on a roll call vote to approve Resolution 2026-13, guarantee of match funds for the 2026 Community Development Block Grant application for the Well #9 Phase II Project. Page 2 of 4 RESOLUTION – MOTION was made by Schlough, seconded by Sommerfeld, and carried unanimously on a roll call vote to approve Resolution 2026-14, authorization to submit a Community Development Block Grant application for the Well #9 Phase II Project. RESOLUTION – MOTION was made by Pickard, seconded by Sutherland, and carried unanimously on a roll call vote to approve Resolution 2026-15, declaring official intent to reimburse expenditures for the Well #9 Phase II Project. MOTION was made by Schwebs, seconded by Sommerfeld, and carried unanimously on a voice vote to approve Amendment No. 2 to the Water Tower Equipment Location Lease with Verizon Wireless, as presented. MOTION was made by Erdman, seconded by Pickard, and carried unanimously on a voice vote to approve Wakanda Water Park 2026-2028 concession agreement with Rochelle Kroening doing business as Wakanda Waterpark Concessions, as presented. MOTION was made by Pickard, seconded by Sutherland, and carried unanimously on a voice vote to approve the Special Event Permit application from the Menomonie Pickleball Club for the Men’s Ladder League for 8 pickleball courts in Wakanda Park from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Tuesdays until June 30th, 2026. MOTION was made by Crowe, seconded by Erdman, and carried unanimously on a voice vote to approve the Special Event Permit application from the Menomonie Pickleball Club for the Women’s Ladder League for 8 pickleball courts in Wakanda Park from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Thursdays until July 2nd, 2026. MOTION was made by Schlough, seconded by Solberg, and carried unanimously on a voice vote to approve the Special Event Permit application from the Court Cougars for the Women’s General Play for 8 pickleball courts in Wakanda Park from 7:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. on Tuesdays until August 25th, 2026 excluding the tennis courts. BUDGET TRANSFERS – MOTION was made by Gentz, seconded by Crowe, and carried unanimously on a roll call vote to approve the Building Inspection budget transfer, as presented. MAYOR’S REPORT – Mayor Knaack reported on a local event at the Mable Tainter, and praised local talent. SPECIAL RECOGNITIONS – Administrator Atkinson presented awards to Randy Knaack and Mary Solberg in recognition of their dedicated service to the City of Menomonie. Mary Solberg for 16+ years as a member of City Council and as City Council President. Randy Knaack for 16 years as Mayor. Page 3 of 4 COMMUNICATIONS AND MISCELLANEOUS BUSINESS – The “new” City Council will hold its Organizational Meeting on Tuesday April 21st, 2026 at 7:00 p.m. in the City Council Chambers. The “new” City Council will hold its first Regular Meeting on Monday May 4th, 2026 at 7:00 p.m. in the City Council Chambers. Sutherland reported that opening day of baseball was two weeks ago, and encouraged folks to support youth baseball. Crowe reported that the Downtown Menomonie Golf Scramble will be on June 3rd, 2026 at Tanglewood Greens, and encouraged folks to sign up and play. Luther noted that he will not be present for organizational meeting tomorrow but indicated his interest in continuing to serve on the Plan Commission. Schofield reported that the City has been awarded a WisDOT MSIS grant for approximately $600,000 for the resurfacing of 14th Avenue East and Dairyland Road. Schlough noted that the Dunn County Humane Society will be holding their Rumage and Bake sale fundraiser on April 24th, 2026, 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. and April 25th, 2026, 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Fanetti Community Center. Solberg praised the activity at Wakanda park, expressing pride in the work of the Council and City to get it back in useable condition. Mayor Knaack echoed Sutherland and Solberg’s comments, and requested lights at the pickleball courts in the future. Knaack commented on the joy it’s been to be mayor, and the great staff who he’s worked with. Knaack commented on how proud of the City Councils he’s worked with for their ability to work together for Menomonie and all the big projects they have been able to accomplish. Solberg also commented on the successes of the Council, and wanted to thank those present and past who’ve made this possible. CLAIMS – MOTION was made by Solberg, seconded by Luther, and carried unanimously on roll call vote to approve payment of the following claims: APRIL 20, 2026 CLAIMS COLFAX MESSENGER $1,122.76 TOTAL $1,122.76 PARKING UTILITY CLAIMS 2026 CITY TREASURER $400.92 TOTAL $400.92 MOTION was made by Luther, seconded by Pickard, and carried unanimously to approve the following licenses: LICENSE YEAR – 2026 TEMPORARY CLASS “B” BEER LICENSE: Page 4 of 4 Menomonie Baseball Association – 1412 6th St. E • American Legion/Eagles Baseball Games, Wakanda Park, Diamond #2 o 05/17/2026, 06/01/2026, 06/06/2026, 06/08/2026, 06/09/2026, 06/15/2026, 06/16/2026, 06/17/2026, 06/22/2026, 06/23/2026, 06/25/2026, 06/30/2026, 07/07/2026, 07/11/2026, 07/14/2026, 07/16/2026, 07/18/2026, 07/25/2026, 07/26/2026, 08/05/2026, 08/08/2026, 08/22/2026. MOTION was made by Luther, seconded by Pickard, and carried unanimously to approve the following license renewals: LICENSE YEAR – 2026-2027 (expires June 30, 2027) CIGARETTE: Love’s Travel Stops & County Stores, Inc. (Love’s Travel Stop #622 – 5930 Badger Dr.) CLASS “A” BEER & “CLASS A” LIQUOR: Love’s Travel Stops & County Stores, Inc. (Love’s Travel Stop #622 – 5930 Badger Dr.) MOTION to adjourn was made by Gentz, seconded by Pickard, and carried unanimously at 8:02pm. Chris Johnson, Deputy City Clerk