NOTICE OF NEWLY ENACTED ORDINANCE
VILLAGE OF NEW GLARUS – ORDINANCE 26-02
Please take notice that the Village of New Glarus, County of Green enacted Ordinance No. 26-02, Ordinance to Repeal Section 224-24 “Cemetery Regulations” and to Amend Chapter 129 “Cemeteries” in the Municipal Code of the Village of New Glarus.
The ordinance repeals and amends the current cemetery ordinance to combine into one chapter and to include rules regarding decorations allowed at the New Glarus Cemeteries.
The full text of Ordinance No. 26-02 may be obtained at the Village Clerk’s office, 319 2nd Street, New Glarus, WI 53574 and through the Village’s website at newglarusvillage.com.
Clerk’s phone: (608) 527-2510.
Published: (Class 1 notice)
VILLAGE BOARD PROCEEDINGS
VILLAGE OF NEW GLARUS
January 21, 2026
REGULAR MEETING – CALL TO ORDER: President Truttmann called the regular meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. and made an announcement to silence cell phones and refrain from use during the meeting.
PRESENT: Bekah Stauffacher, Peggy Kruse, Jesse Donahue, Sarah Claus, Larry Stuessy, Jon Hovland and Roger Truttmann.
ALSO PRESENT: Todd Klassy (New Glarus 360), Chris Mertes (Post Messenger Record), Michael (virtual attendee, last name unknown), Scott McNett (Public Works Director), Chief Jeff Sturdevant (NGPD), Amy Trumble (Library Director), Kelsey Jenson (Administrator), Amy Barnes (Clerk-Treasurer).
PUBLIC APPEARANCES AND CITIZEN COMMENTS:
APPROVAL OF AGENDA: Motion by Peggy Kruse, second by Jesse Donahue to approve the January 21, 2026 agenda. Motion carried (7-0).
CONSENT AGENDA: Motion by Peggy Kruse for approval of the consent agenda, second by Jon Hovland. Motion carried (7-0).
APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF DECEMBER 17, 2025 REGULAR MEETING.
APPROVAL OF CLAIMS: Claims presented included ACH for payroll, benefits, January tax settlement, debt payments and NG Utility expenses totaling $1,845,811.91; payroll vouchers 19674-19750 totaling $81,671.20; multiple check runs totaling $1,121,649.62; and Water Reservoir claims totaling $76,334.20.
APPROVAL OF DECEMBER 2025 POLICE REPORT.
APPROVAL OF DECEMBER 2025 BUILDING INSPECTOR REPORT: Larry Stuessy requested correction of a 5th Street address to 5th Avenue.
APPROVAL OF DECEMBER 2025 FINANCIALS.
APPROVAL OF OPERATOR’S LICENSES: K. Clark, H. Peschek, K. Jurmu.
APPROVAL OF NGFD SPORTSMAN’S RAFFLE BANQUET AND ANNUAL KALBERWURST DINNER TEMPORARY BEER LICENSE.
NEW BUSINESS:
Tree Removal and Pruning Bid Award: Motion by Peggy Kruse to award the bid to Whitney Tree Service LLC, second by Jesse Donahue. Motion carried (7-0).
Ordinance 26-01, Amending Section 288-20(C) of the Municipal Code (Parking Regulations): Motion by Jesse Donahue, second by Larry Stuessy. Motion carried (7-0).
New Glarus Utilities Electric Reconnection Policy: Motion by Bekah Stauffacher, second by Jesse Donahue to change the policy to allow reconnection during normal business hours once payment is received. Motion carried (7-0).
Village Reserve Funds Investment: Administrator Kelsey Jenson explained a certificate of deposit at Bank of New Glarus was maturing January 8, 2026. Motion by Larry Stuessy, second by Bekah Stauffacher to move funds to AMG for investment. Motion carried (7-0).
LIBRARY:
Library Project Update: Library staff provided an update. No Board action taken.
EMS STEERING COMMITTEE:
Committee Meeting Update: Update provided. A small group focus meeting is scheduled for February 3. No Board action taken.
CLOSED SESSION:
The Board adjourned into Closed Session at 6:20 p.m. pursuant to Wisconsin Statute 19.85(1)(c) regarding employment matters related to Water Operator hiring. The Board returned to Open Session at 6:24 p.m.
Motion by Peggy Kruse, second by Jesse Donahue to approve Resolution 26-01 appointing Rick Breault Jr. as Water Operator. Motion carried (7-0).
Administrator Jenson announced the Village of New Glarus will receive the Wisconsin DNR’s 2025 Facility of the Year award for the Wastewater Treatment Facility.
ADJOURN: President Truttmann adjourned the meeting at 6:32 p.m.
Amy Barnes, WCMC
Clerk-Treasurer
For more details on agenda items, visit newglarusvillage.com to view the meeting agenda packet. A recording of the meeting will also be available on the Village of New Glarus YouTube Channel.
TOWN OF NEW GLARUS
TOWN BOARD MEETING
MONDAY, DECEMBER 29TH, 2025
MINUTES
Board Members Attending: Chris Narveson (Chair), Matt Streiff, Mark Pernitz, Troy Pauli, and Dan Gartzke
Also Attending – Clerk Treasurer Amber George and Gina Butson from Mosher Insurance Services
Held at New Glarus Bank, 501 First Street, Basement Floor Conference Room, New Glarus, WI 53574
1. Chris Narveson called the town board meeting to order at 12:07 p.m.
2. Proof of Posting – Clerk Treasurer Amber George attested to the proper proof of posting (December 24th, 2025) and publication (December 24th, 2025).
3. Motion to approve minutes from Dec. 10, 2025. Motion made by Matt Streiff and seconded by Mark Pernitz. Motion approved by unanimous verbal vote.
4. Public Time.
5. Motion to approve insurance renewal made by Troy Pauli and seconded by Matt Streiff. Motion approved by unanimous verbal vote.
6. Motion to approve election official resolution for 2026 made by Mark Pernitz and seconded by Matt Streiff. Motion approved by unanimous verbal vote.
7. Motion to approve resolution designating new polling place for 2026 elections made by Matt Streiff and seconded by Troy Pauli. Motion approved by unanimous verbal vote.
8. Motion to approve resolution to move funds from Park Commission financial account to Town Board financial account made by Mark Pernitz and seconded by Dan Gartzke. Motion approved by unanimous verbal vote.
9. Discussion of profit and loss calculations.
10. Next meeting scheduled for Jan. 7, 2026.
11. Motion to adjourn meeting at 12:18 p.m. made by Troy Pauli and seconded by Matt Streiff. Motion approved by unanimous verbal vote.
Submitted for board approval on Jan. 5, 2026
Submitted by Clerk Treasurer Amber George
VILLAGE BOARD PROCEEDINGS
VILLAGE OF NEW GLARUS
12/17/2025
REGULAR MEETING – CALL TO ORDER: President Truttmann called the regular meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. and made an announcement to silence cell phones and refrain from use during the meeting.
PRESENT: Bekah Stauffacher, Peggy Kruse, Jesse Donahue, Sarah Claus, Larry Stuessy, Jon Hovland, and Roger Truttmann.
ALSO PRESENT: Matthew Runkle, Todd Klassy (New Glarus 360), Chris Mertes (Post Messenger Record), Travis Anderson (Strand Engineering) (left at 6:09 p.m.), Scott McNett (Public Works Director), Chief Jeff Sturdevant (NGPD), Amy Trumble (Library Director), Kelsey Jenson (Administrator), and Amy Barnes (Clerk-Treasurer).
APPROVAL OF AGENDA: Motion by Bekah Stauffacher, second by Jesse Donahue, to approve the Dec. 17, 2025 agenda. Motion carried (7-0).
PUBLIC APPEARANCES AND CITIZEN COMMENTS:
CONSENT AGENDA: Motion by Larry Stuessy for approval of the consent agenda with a change to Item 4-A, second-to-last paragraph, adding “per hour” after “$3.00” regarding Scott McNett’s pay increase, second by Sarah Claus. Motion carried (7-0).
APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF DEC. 3, 2025 REGULAR MEETING – Amended
APPROVAL OF CLAIMS: The claims lists were presented to the Board and include ACH for payroll, benefit and New Glarus Utility expenses totaling $125,229.04; payroll vouchers 19679–19703 totaling $38,457.80; checks 44784–44829 totaling $535,808.48; and Water Reservoir checking account checks 1024–1027 totaling $76,334.20.
APPROVAL OF OCTOBER AND NOVEMBER FINANCIALS
APPROVAL OF NOVEMBER POLICE REPORT
APPROVAL OF NOVEMBER BUILDING INSPECTOR REPORT
NEW BUSINESS:
Wastewater Treatment Facility Planning Task Order: Kelsey Jenson provided background information. Travis Anderson and the Board discussed the topic and had questions answered. Motion by Sarah Claus to approve the task order, second by Peggy Kruse. Motion carried (7-0).
Alcohol Beverage License Application (“Class C” Wine and Class “B” Beer) – Kristi’s Restaurant LLC, 1407 2nd Street: Motion by Bekah Stauffacher to approve the license application, second by Jesse Donahue. Motion carried (7-0).
Resolution 25-27, Appointment of Election Officials: Motion by Larry Stuessy to approve the resolution, second by Jesse Donahue. Motion carried (7-0).
Committee Appointments: Motion by Sarah Claus to appoint Matthew Runkle to the Planning Commission, second by Jesse Donahue. Motion carried (7-0).
Village Reserve Funds Investment: Kelsey Jenson explained the final certificate of deposit at the Bank of New Glarus is maturing Jan. 8, 2026. Motion by Larry Stuessy to move the funds to AMG for investment, second by Bekah Stauffacher. Motion carried (7-0).
LIBRARY: Library Project Update was provided by library staff. No Board action taken.
CEMETERY: None.
PUBLIC WORKS AND SAFETY: None.
PARKS AND RECREATION: None.
PERSONNEL AND FINANCE: Police Department Shift Coverage was discussed. Motion by Jesse Donahue to approve Chief Sturdevant receiving up to 30 additional hours of straight pay per month for shift coverage through May 31, 2026, second by Sarah Claus. Motion carried (7-0).
EMS STEERING COMMITTEE: None.
PRESIDENT’S REPORT:
CLOSED SESSION: Motion by Jesse Donahue, second by Bekah Stauffacher, and roll call vote 7-0 to adjourn into closed session at 6:32 p.m. pursuant to Wis. Stat. 19.85(1)(c) regarding Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator hiring. Public Works Director Scott McNett, Administrator Kelsey Jenson, and Clerk-Treasurer Amy Barnes were allowed to join.
Motion by Bekah Stauffacher, second by Peggy Kruse, and roll call vote 7-0 to return to open session at 6:35 p.m.
Motion by Larry Stuessy to approve Resolution 25-28 appointing Rustin Whitney as Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator effective Jan. 2, 2026, second by Jesse Donahue. Motion carried (7-0).
President Truttmann adjourned the meeting at 6:39 p.m.
– Amy Barnes, WCMC
Clerk-Treasurer
For more details on agenda items, visit newglarusvillage.com to view the meeting agenda packet. A recording of the meeting will also be available on the Village of New Glarus YouTube channel.
SCHOOL DISTRICT OF NEW GLARUS
DISCUSSION AND REGULAR SCHOOL BOARD MEETING
MONDAY, DECEMBER 15, 2025
CALL TO ORDER
The meeting was called to order at 7:15 p.m. by Board President Bill Oemichen. The agenda was posted at the New Glarus Elementary School, New Glarus Middle School, New Glarus High School, Bank of New Glarus, New Glarus Post Office, Lake Ridge Bank – New Glarus Branch, Woodford State Bank – New Glarus Branch, and the District website.
ROLL CALL
Present: Bill Oemichen, Ron Roesslein, Travis Zimmerman, Cari Ann Muggenburg, Cassie Ballweg, Casey McCoy, and Heather Thornton.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA AND REVISIONS
Motion by Travis Zimmerman to approve the agenda as presented. Second by Heather Thornton. Motion carried 7-0.
INTRODUCTIONS / PRESENTATION
Students from Mr. Turner’s 8th Grade ELA class presented their poetry at the School Board meeting.
PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD
Student Landon Marty spoke in favor of Jazz Band being a credited class. Community member Max Marty also spoke in favor of Jazz Band being a credited class.
APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA
Items included Board Minutes and Closed Session Minutes, Approval of Bills, Treasurer’s Report, Staffing Report, and Donations. Motion by Travis Zimmerman to approve the Consent Agenda as presented. Second by Cassie Ballweg. Motion carried 7-0.
COMMITTEE UPDATES
Policy, Communication and Advocacy; Handbook and Personnel; Budget; Curriculum, Sports and Co-Curricular; and Ad Hoc Strategic Planning Committees did not meet. Facilities, Transportation and Technology Committee met and reviewed van bids, bus lean-to updates, and Phase 2 Glarner Community donations.
DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION ITEMS
Finalize Strategic Plan: Motion by Travis Zimmerman to approve the District Strategic Plan with revisions. Second by Ron Roesslein. Motion carried 7-0.
Van Bids: Motion by Ron Roesslein to approve the purchase of two 2026 Chrysler Pacificas with all-wheel drive from Ewald Automotive, Oconomowoc. Motion carried 7-0.
Dorian Music Festival: Motion by Travis Zimmerman to approve the HS Choir Department trip to the Dorian Music Festival on Jan. 11–12, 2026. Second by Heather Thornton. Motion carried 7-0.
2026–27 District Calendar: Motion by Cari Ann Muggenburg to approve the calendar as presented. Second by Casey McCoy. Motion carried 7-0.
2026–27 School Board Calendar: Motion by Ron Roesslein to approve the calendar as presented. Second by Cassie Ballweg. Motion carried 7-0.
Resignations: Motion by Travis Zimmerman to approve the resignation of Bobby Schmitz, Assistant Baseball Coach. Second by Ron Roesslein. Motion carried 7-0.
Discussion Items included long-term facility planning priorities, superintendent evaluation process, and board self-evaluation.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Board members running for election were reminded to submit paperwork by Jan. 6. The Board was informed of an upcoming New Glarus 360 article regarding a school consolidation bill.
UPCOMING MEETINGS
Jan. 12, 2026 – Discussion and Regular Board Meeting – 7:15 p.m.
Jan. 26, 2026 – Discussion and Regular Board Meeting – 7:15 p.m.
ADJOURN
Motion by Travis Zimmerman to adjourn at 8:39 p.m. Second by Ron Roesslein. Motion carried 7-0.
Respectfully submitted by Cari Ann Muggenburg, Board Clerk, and Kris Anderson, District Executive Assistant.