Monday, December 9th was the final council meeting for Mayor Jeff Pape. While normal business was conducted, a few special exchanges took place at the meeting. The mayor expressed heartfelt appreciation to all who contribute their talents for the best interest of our community. Mayor Pape was presented with a key to the Village as well as a large stack of thank you letters from elementary students. In addition, Mayor Pape presented Mayor-Elect Bob Parker with his own mayoral gavel.
Thank you to Jeff Pape for his dedication to serving as New Bremen mayor for the past 16 years (4 terms) and previous 8 years (2 terms) as a council member.