Wausau Council recommends legal counsel for ethics board matter involving Mayor Denny

The Wausau City Council Committee of the Whole convened on June 2, 2025, to address key matters concerning the city's governance and legal representation. The meeting resumed in open session after a brief recess, with the primary agenda focused on a recommendation to the Wausau Common Council.

Council member Carol Lukens initiated a motion to recommend the continued engagement of civic-appointed legal counsel to represent the city and unelected city staff. This recommendation pertains to an ongoing matter before the city's ethics board, specifically regarding a citizen complaint filed against Mayor Denny. The motion included a financial limit of $10,000 for legal expenses related to this issue.

The motion received a second from Council member Veil and was followed by a brief discussion. With no further comments, the council members voted unanimously in favor of the motion, which will be presented for action at the upcoming Common Council meeting scheduled for June 10.

Following this discussion, the meeting concluded with a motion to adjourn, which was also passed without opposition. The council expressed gratitude for the participation in the special meeting, marking the end of the session.