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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Menasha public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
New Liquor License for Cabos Mexican Kitchen
A new restaurant, Cabos Mexican Kitchen at 209 Racine Street, is seeking a Class B liquor license with Eric Mosqueda-Lopez as agent.
Sewerage Commission Membership Change
Corey Gordon is resigning from the Neenah-Menasha Sewerage Commission effective November 3, and Mayor Hammond wants Public Works Director James Merten to fill the seat through the end of 2026.
Claims from April Weather Event Denied
After closed session, the council unanimously denied three damage claims from the April storm (Burow, Strasser and Meyer families).
Recycling Facility Restored
The recycling facility is back in working order as of September 8, and staff discussed resident access to it.
Wisconsin Recycling Consolidation Grant eligibility for 2027
The city signed an intergovernmental agreement to qualify for the 2027 Wisconsin Recycling Consolidation Grant.
Clean 2025 audit with one recurring finding
Auditors gave Menasha a clean 2025 audit. The only internal-control finding — the annual financial report preparation — is a recurring one that management says isn't worth fixing with added staff and training costs.
Grow Solar program support
The council formally backed the Grow Solar program, which helps residents install solar power.
State funding for local public health departments
The council backed a resolution pushing the state for sustainable funding for local health departments — a mostly symbolic show of support that passed 6-1.
Highway 47 bike and pedestrian study
A grant application could fund a study of sidewalks and bike lanes on Highway 47 between Ninth and Calumet Streets — study first, construction later.
Interoperable emergency radios
The city accepted grant money to upgrade radios so Menasha responders can talk directly to state agencies during disasters.
Helmet rule for young riders
Riders under 16 now must wear helmets, but alders changed the standard the helmets must meet before passing it unanimously.
Menasha Lock reopening petition
A resident asked the council to petition the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to reopen the Menasha Lock, citing round goby being used as bait and recent rainfall pushing water above the lock barrier.
School district referendum misinformation
School board member Chad Lewis urged the council and public to verify facts before sharing information online about the district's recently passed operational referendum.