Antigo public meetings in 2022

Finance, Personnel, and Legislative Committee

The committee met to discuss a $10,000 grant for the K9 program, a new liquor license for a business at 527 Clermont Street, and an update to the ambulance electronic claims system. Other items included employee fitness reimbursements and an event permit fee waiver.

• Proposed acceptance of $10,000 B.A. & Esther Greenheck Foundation grant for K9 program
• Proposed increase of Class A liquor license quota for business at 527 Clermont Street
• Proposed increase of Welfit reimbursement to $38.00 or $44.00 per employee per month
• Proposed approval of TriZetto Provider Solutions agreement for ambulance electronic claims
• Proposed waiver of event permit fee for HookUp Disc Golf Benefit Tournament

Police & Fire Commission

The commission convened to conduct an interview for a firefighter/paramedic position in closed session. The meeting also included the approval of minutes from the August 30, 2022 meeting.

• Approved minutes from the August 30, 2022 meeting

Finance, Personnel, and Legislative Committee

The Finance, Personnel, and Legislative Committee approved several recommendations for City Council action, including a land purchase and a new hire. The committee also authorized emergency medical equipment and a service agreement.

• Approved purchase of chest compression system with grant funds and waived bidding (Unanimous)
• Approved three-year Ambulance Secondary Agreement with Pickerel Rescue for $5,000 per year (Unanimous)
• Approved hiring Anthony James Jensen as Information and Technology Director (5-0)
• Approved land purchase of 523 Edison Street for $6,000 (Unanimous)

Common Council

The Common Council approved the purchase of 523 Edison Street for $6,000 to facilitate demolition and economic development. The council also authorized several fee waivers for community events, approved a 6.5% increase in ambulance rates, and hired a new Information & Technology Director.

• Approved purchase of 523 Edison Street for $6,000 (Unanimous)
• Approved 6.5% increase in ambulance base, interfacility, and mileage rates
• Hired Anthony James Jansen as Information & Technology Director (Unanimous)
• Approved $17,205.65 purchase of LUCAS 3 chest compression device (Unanimous)
• Approved $40,000 for Peaceful Valley Festival Grounds canopy material
• Accepted $109,530 Wisconsin DHS Flex Grant for EMS equipment
• Approved $51,800 contract with James Orr Coating Inspection, LLC for water tower project
• Approved 2023 shelter and permit fee waivers for 37 community events

Finance, Personnel, and Legislative Committee

The committee reviewed a request to purchase a chest compression system using grant funds and a proposal to reactivate a secondary ambulance agreement with Pickerel Rescue. The provided text contains the agenda and supporting documents but does not record the final votes or decisions made during the meeting.

Zoning Board of Appeals

The provided minutes list a public hearing and a variance application for a fence at 616 Graham Avenue. However, the document does not record any votes, decisions, or outcomes for these items.

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee is discussing the 2023 sidewalk replacement program and the addition of three stop signs. The body is also considering several professional services agreements for solar planning, topographical surveys, and water tower inspections.

• 2023 Sidewalk Replacement Program where property owners are assessed 75% of replacement costs
• Addition of two stop signs at Arctic Street and Badger Avenue and one at Arctic Street and Washington Avenue
• $3,750 agreement with Legacy Solar Co-op for solar power planning at City Hall and the Wastewater Treatment Plant
• $5,800 agreement with Ayres Associates for topographical survey work on Edison Street from 6th to 9th Avenue
• Professional services agreement for welding and paint inspections for the 200,000 gallon water tower replacement project

The committee considered several professional services agreements, including a solar power planning study and water tower inspections. Proposed actions included a 2023 sidewalk replacement program and the addition of three stop signs near an elementary school. The provided text contains agenda items and recommendations but does not record the final votes or decisions.

• Proposed 2023 Sidewalk Replacement Program with 75% property owner cost assessment
• Proposed addition of two stop signs at Arctic St/Badger Ave and one at Arctic St/Washington Ave
• Proposed $3,750 agreement with Legacy Solar Co-op for City Hall and Wastewater Treatment Plant study
• Proposed $5,800 agreement with Ayres Associates for Edison Street topographical survey
• Proposed $51,800 contract with James Orr Coating Inspection, LLC for water tower project
• Proposed $17,800 amendment with Ayres Associates for parking lot and alley project

Economic Development Committee

The Economic Development Committee meeting scheduled for December 5, 2022, was cancelled due to a lack of agenda items.

City Plan Commission

The City Plan Commission unanimously recommended a resolution to the City Council to approve a land trade. The trade involves canceling deferred assessments for four parcels on Charlotte Street in exchange for land parcels.

• Approved January 4, 2022 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Recommended to Council land trade to cancel deferred assessments for 1813, 1827, 1936, and 2025 Charlotte Street (Unanimous)

Finance, Personnel, and Legislative Committee

The Finance, Personnel, and Legislative Committee is reviewing a 6.5% increase in ambulance base rates and the carry-forward of $3,808,980 in funds to 2023. The body is also discussing event permit fee waivers and funding for the 2023 Fourth of July celebration.

• Proposed 6.5% increase in ambulance base rates effective January 1, 2023
• Proposed $13,000 contract with Fireworks Country for 2023 Fourth of July celebration
• Acceptance of a $109,530 Wisconsin DHS Flex Grant for PPE, training, and EMS equipment
• Proposed carry-forward of $3,808,980 from 2022 to 2023 across 100 and 442 funds
• Request to waive 2023 permit fees and insurance for 37 recurring community events

The committee reviewed proposals to waive permit fees for 37 community events and increase ambulance base rates by 6.5% effective January 1, 2023. Other items discussed included a $13,000 fireworks contract, a $109,530 DHS Flex Grant, and $3.8 million in budget carry-forwards.

• Proposed 6.5% increase to ambulance base rates effective Jan 1, 2023
• Proposed $13,000 contract with Fireworks Country for 2023 celebration
• Proposed acceptance of $109,530 Wisconsin DHS Flex Grant
• Proposed waiver of 2023 permit fees and insurance for 37 community events
• Proposed carry-forward of $3,808,980 from 2022 to 2023
• Proposed 2022 budget transfers and adjustments to reflect actual expenditures

Park, Cemetery, and Recreation Commission

The commission reviewed requests to waive 2023 shelter fees for 37 community events and a grant application for the Peaceful Valley Festival Grounds. Proposals were made to reallocate $130,000 in CIP funds for Lakeside Park development and $1,490 for a truck purchase. The 2023 Brewer trip was cancelled due to cost increases.

• Proposed waiving 2023 shelter reservation fees for 37 recurring community events
• Proposed applying for a Vibrant Spaces Grant ($25,000 - $50,000) for Peaceful Valley Festival Grounds
• Proposed reallocating $130,000 from Lake Park and Mendlik Court projects to Lakeside Park Development
• Proposed reallocating $1,490 from equipment add-ons to cover a pick-up truck purchase
• Cancelled the 2023 Brewer trip due to ticket and transportation price increases

Finance, Personnel, and Legislative Committee

The Finance, Personnel, and Legislative Committee approved a 30-day leave of absence ending November 11, 2022. The committee also approved an extension of a disability leave of absence from November 12, 2022, to December 15, 2022.

• Authorized a 30-day leave of absence to November 11, 2022
• Extended a disability leave of absence from November 12, 2022, to December 15, 2022 (5-0)

Common Council

The Common Council will hold a public hearing and vote on the adoption of the 2023 City of Antigo Budget. The meeting includes several proposed fee increases for municipal campgrounds, facility reservations, and recreation programs effective January 1, 2023.

• Proposed 4% annual increase for Storm Water Utility rates from 2023 through 2027
• Contract with Fireworks Country for 2023 Fourth of July celebration in the amount of $13,000
• Grant for Antigo Police Department from Safer Communities funds in the amount of $22,152.58
• Contract with Ron Zalewski Farms, LLC for lime-slurry hauling at $0.03 per gallon (est. $15,000)
• Five-year agreement to provide ambulance coverage for the Town of Norwood starting January 1, 2023

The Common Council adopted the 2023 budget totaling $3,713,858.38 and approved several utility and recreation fee adjustments. The council also authorized new insurance renewals, wage increases for staff, and a five-year ambulance coverage agreement for the Town of Norwood.

• Approved 2023 budget of $3,713,858.38 (Unanimous)
• Approved 4% annual increase for Storm Water Utility rates 2023-2027
• Approved $13,000 contract with Fireworks Country for 2023 celebration
• Approved 5-year ambulance coverage agreement for Town of Norwood
• Approved 2% COLA for exempt staff and 3% for non-exempt non-represented employees
• Approved $22,152.58 Safer Communities grant MOU for Police Department
• Approved $162.80 sewer credit for 717 Fifth Avenue
• Waived $373.44 in building permit fees for Habitat for Humanity

Finance, Personnel, and Legislative Committee

The Finance, Personnel, and Legislative Committee will discuss a request for a personal leave of absence for an employee. Because the request exceeds the 14-day limit defined in the Employee Manual, the Director of Administrative Services has deferred the action to the committee.

• Request for a personal leave of absence beyond the 14-day limit
• Closed session to discuss the medical nature of the leave request

Hotel/Motel Tax Commission

The Commission will review accomplishments from the Antigo/Langlade County Chamber of Commerce and the Langlade County Economic Development Corp. regarding the use of hotel/motel funds. The body will decide on funding for 2023 and future periods following a closed session regarding a three-year agreement expiring in May 2023.

• Update on the 2023 Visitor's Guide layout
• Presentation by Deena Grabowsky on hotel/motel fund accomplishments
• Presentation by Angela Close on hotel/motel fund accomplishments
• Decision on funding for 2023 and future years

The Commission designated the Langlade County Economic Development Corporation (LCEDC) as the tourism entity upon the expiration of the current agreement. A funding split was established to support collaboration with the Chamber of Commerce, which may revert to 100% LCEDC use in 2024.

• Approved August 17, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Designated LCEDC as the Tourism Entity effective at the expiration of the current joint agreement
• Approved a funding split where 25% of annual room tax tourism funds are granted by LCEDC to the Antigo/Langlade County Chamber of Commerce and Visitor Center for a mutual website and Visitor's Guide
• Resolved that funds revert to 100% LCEDC use effective June 1, 2024, unless the Commission determines collaboration warrants continuing the split
• Approved Tom Bauknecht's abstention from the funding vote due to a conflict of interest (3-0)

Public Works Committee

The committee is reviewing a bid for an automatic transfer switch at the water treatment plant and a contract for hauling lime slurry. Additionally, the body will consider a sewer credit request for a residential property.

• Purchase of an automatic transfer switch from Van Ert Electric for $28,600
• Contract for hauling lime slurry from Ron Zalewski Farms, LLC at $0.03 per gallon
• Sewer credit request of $162.80 for 717 Seventh Avenue

The committee considered a $28,600 bid for an automatic transfer switch at the water treatment plant and a lime slurry hauling contract. A sewer credit request for a residential property was also reviewed. The provided text contains the agenda and supporting memos but does not record the final vote tallies or official outcomes of these items.

• Proposed purchase of automatic transfer switch from Van Ert Electric for $28,600
• Proposed contract for lime slurry hauling from Ron Zalewski Farms, LLC at $0.03 per gallon
• Proposed sewer credit of $162.80 for 717 Seventh Avenue

Finance, Personnel, and Legislative Committee

The Finance, Personnel, and Legislative Committee reviewed multiple items including a recommended 4% annual storm water rate increase for five years, a $13,000 fireworks contract, and ambulance service for the Town of Norwood. No final votes are recorded in the minutes; all items are recommendations to the City Council for action.

• Recommended no change to sanitary sewer rates
• Recommended 4% annual storm water rate increase for five years (residential increase of $1.68/year)
• Recommended approval of $13,000 fireworks contract with Fireworks Country for 2023 Fourth of July
• Recommended approval of five-year ambulance service agreement with Town of Norwood
• Recommended approval of building permit fee waivers for Habitat for Humanity (not to exceed $373.44)
• Recommended approval of MOU for Safer Community Funds grant ($22,152.58)
• Recommended approval of 2023 Delta Dental and health insurance renewals with coverage changes
• Recommended 2% COLA for exempt employees and 3% for non-exempt/non-represented employees

Common Council

The Common Council will hold a public hearing and vote on rezoning 413 Morse Street from a central business district to a general residence district. The body is also reviewing several administrative resolutions and a new job description for an Information & Technology Director.

• Public hearing and ordinance to rezone 413 Morse Street from B-4 to R-4
• Acceptance of Assistance to Firefighters Grant totaling $34,328
• Transfer of $10,259.98 from Severance Reserve to Parks Severance budget
• Approval of Information & Technology Director job description at Pay Grade 9
• Waiver of event fee and insurance for Antigo High School Homecoming Parade

The council approved a zoning amendment to reclassify 413 Morse Street from B-4 Central Business District to R-4 General Residence District, conforming to its longtime use as a single-family home. It also accepted a $34,328 Assistance to Firefighters Grant (with a $1,634.67 city match), approved a $10,259.98 severance transfer for a retiring parks employee, and waived fees and insurance for the Antigo High School Homecoming Parade. All consent agenda items and the zoning ordinance were passed unanimously.

• Approved zoning amendment for 413 Morse Street to R-4 General Residence District (unanimous)
• Accepted Assistance to Firefighters Grant of $34,328 with 5% city match (unanimous)
• Approved $10,259.98 severance transfer from Severance Reserve to Parks account (unanimous)
• Approved new Information & Technology Director job description at Pay Grade 9 (unanimous)
• Waived event fee and insurance for Antigo High School Homecoming Parade (unanimous)
• Appointed Jason Brettingen to Parks, Cemetery and Recreation Commission (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance No. 13378 amending land division procedures (unanimous)
• Approved payment of bills including direct deposits and checks (unanimous)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole met on October 12, 2022, and received an update on the 2023 budget from the Clerk-Treasurer/Finance Director. No decisions were made; the item was discussed only. The budget is expected to be forwarded to a public hearing and adoption in November after final health insurance numbers are received.

• No substantive decisions were made; the meeting was procedural only

Park, Cemetery, and Recreation Commission

The Parks, Cemetery and Recreation Commission approved a $13,000 contract with Fireworks Country for the 2023 Fourth of July celebration, funded by hotel/motel tax and general funds. They also approved campground rate increases, higher registration fees for youth sports and pickleball, increased shelter reservation fees, and purchases of ball field materials (up to $2,500) and a brush cutter ($13,575 from Rew Motors). Fee waivers for AVAIL, Optimist Club, and Antigo Community Food Pantry were approved, and the outright purchase of canopy materials for Peaceful Valley Festival Grounds was authorized after no bids were received.

• Approved $13,000 fireworks contract with Fireworks Country for 2023 Fourth of July
• Approved campground rate increases effective Jan 1, 2023: full hook-up $25, small camper/tent $15, tent/Saratoga $10
• Approved increase of resident registration fees for baseball, soccer, flag football from $13 to $20 effective Jan 1, 2023
• Approved pickleball fees: summer $30 resident/$48 non-resident; fall/winter/spring $90 resident/$144 non-resident for 2023/2024
• Approved shelter reservation fee increases: concessions $60, shelters $50, Heinzen Pavilion $75 (Saturdays)/$85 (other days)
• Approved purchase of ball field warning track/top dress material not to exceed $2,500
• Approved purchase of brush cutter from Rew Motors for $13,575 using timber sale and Inland Lake funds
• Approved fee waivers for AVAIL fundraiser, Optimist picnic, and Antigo Community Food Pantry shelter reservation

City Plan Commission

The City Plan Commission meeting scheduled for October 4, 2022, was cancelled due to a lack of agenda items.

Finance, Personnel, and Legislative Committee

The Finance, Personnel, and Legislative Committee approved accepting a $34,328 Assistance to Firefighters Grant with a $1,634.67 city match, waived the event fee and insurance requirement for the Antigo High School Homecoming Parade, and recommended updating the Communications & Technology Supervisor job description to Director of Information & Technology. The committee also approved an ordinance change allowing Certified Survey Maps meeting zoning requirements to be approved at staff level, and authorized a $10,259.98 severance transfer for a retired employee.

• Approved accepting $34,328 Assistance to Firefighters Grant with $1,634.67 city match
• Waived event fee and insurance requirement for Antigo High School Homecoming Parade
• Approved ordinance change allowing CSMs meeting zoning requirements to be approved at staff level
• Authorized $10,259.98 transfer from Severance Reserve to Cemetery Account for Dave Falk's retirement
• Recommended updating Communications & Technology Supervisor job description to Director of Information & Technology

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole met to discuss 2023 funding requests from four organizations and review the preliminary 2023 budget. No formal votes were recorded; the items were discussed and may be acted on at a future meeting.

• Discussed 2023 funding request from Children's Service Society of Wisconsin (Family Resource Center)
• Discussed 2023 funding request from Langlade County Humane Society
• Discussed 2023 funding request from Boys & Girls Club of the Northwoods
• Discussed 2023 funding request from Advocates for Victims of Domestic and Sexual Abuse (AVAIL)
• Reviewed preliminary 2023 budget

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals held a public hearing on a variance application for 1121 Fifth Avenue to allow portions of a fence up to the property line to avoid utility lines and to install the fence perpendicular to the sidewalk. The minutes do not record any decision or vote on the variance request.

• Held public hearing for variance application at 1121 Fifth Avenue regarding fence placement; no decision recorded.

Finance, Personnel, and Legislative Committee

The committee unanimously approved a new three-year collective bargaining agreement with the Antigo Professional Police Officer's Association, including pay increases, a $0.75/hour stipend for Field Training Officers, a new vacation step at 17 years, and a 30-mile residency requirement. They also approved a $41,700 professional services agreement with Strand Associates for water system design at the wastewater plant, and waived fees and insurance for three community events.

• Approved 2023-2025 police union contract (unanimous)
• Approved $41,700 Strand Associates agreement for water system design (unanimous)
• Waived event fee and insurance for AVAIL fundraiser at Peaceful Valley Park (unanimous)
• Waived permit fee and insurance for Antigo First's Party on the Ave (unanimous)
• Waived permit fees and insurance for Langlade County Historical Society Cemetery Walks (unanimous)

Common Council

The Common Council approved a new three-year collective bargaining agreement with the Antigo Professional Police Officers Association, Local 236, covering 2023-2025. The council also approved a $41,700 engineering contract for water system upgrades at the wastewater treatment plant and accepted a $2,000 grant for a new multi-gas monitor for the fire department. Several fee increases and event permit fee waivers were also approved.

• Approved 2023-2025 collective bargaining agreement with Antigo Professional Police Officers Association (unanimous)
• Approved $41,700 professional services agreement with Strand Associates for water system design at wastewater plant (unanimous)
• Accepted $2,000 Wisconsin Public Service Foundation grant for fire department multi-gas monitor (8-1)
• Approved one-month sprinkler credit extension for 312 South Clermont Street (consent agenda)
• Increased t-shirt and hat fees to $8 to cover city costs (consent agenda)
• Increased pickleball program fee to $90 for fall/winter/spring 2022/2023 (consent agenda)
• Increased memorial bench with back cost to $1,500 effective January 1, 2023 (consent agenda)
• Approved overflow campground at Saratoga Park and $175 license application (consent agenda)

Finance, Personnel, and Legislative Committee

The Finance, Personnel, and Legislative Committee considered ratifying a 2023-2025 collective bargaining agreement with the Antigo Professional Police Officer's Association, which includes wage increases of 3% in 2023, 2% in 2024, and 1% in 2025. The committee also considered a professional services agreement with Strand Associates for design and construction services related to the potable water system at the wastewater treatment plant, not to exceed $41,700. Additionally, the committee considered waiving event fees and insurance requirements for three community events: the AVAIL fundraiser (already held Sept. 3), Antigo First's Party on the Ave (Sept. 24), and the Langlade County Historical Society's Cemetery Walks (Sept. 17-18). The minutes do not record the committee's final votes or decisions on any of these items.

• Considered ratification of the 2023-2025 collective bargaining agreement with the Antigo Professional Police Officer's Association, including a pay matrix with annual wage increases.
• Considered a professional services agreement with Strand Associates for design, bidding, and construction services for the WWTP potable water system improvements, not to exceed $41,700.
• Considered a waiver of event fee and insurance requirement for the AVAIL fundraiser event held Sept. 3, 2022, at Peaceful Valley Park.
• Considered a waiver of event permit fee and insurance for Antigo First's Party on the Ave on Sept. 24, 2022.
• Considered a waiver of permit fees and insurance requirements for the Langlade County Historical Society/Antigo Community Theater's Cemetery Walks on Sept. 17 & 18, 2022.

Park, Cemetery, and Recreation Commission

The Parks, Cemetery and Recreation Commission approved several fee increases effective January 1, 2023, including campground rates, youth program registration fees, and shelter/concession fees. The commission also approved three fee waiver requests for community events and authorized up to $2,500 for ball field material purchase.

• Approved Antigo Community Food Pantry shelter reservation fee waiver
• Approved waiver of Optimist Volunteer Appreciation Picnic reservation fee
• Approved waiver of AVAIL Fundraiser Event reservation fee
• Approved campground rate increase: full hook-up to $25, small camper/tent sites to $15, tent sites to $10 effective Jan 1, 2023
• Approved ball field material purchase not to exceed $2,500
• Approved youth program registration fee increase from $13 to $20 for residents effective Jan 1, 2023
• Approved pickleball fee: $30 resident/$48 non-resident summer; $90 resident/$144 non-resident fall/winter/spring effective 2023/2024
• Approved shelter and concession fee increases: concessions $60 resident, shelters $50 resident, Heinzen Pavilion $75 (Farmers' Market Saturdays) or $85 other days

City Plan Commission

The City Plan Commission approved a zoning amendment to reclassify 413 Morse Street from B-4 Central Business District to R-4 General Residence District, matching its longtime use as a single-family home. The commission also approved a site plan for Karl's Transport to construct an additional storage building, and approved the final site plan for Northpointe Development's Hogan Street Cottages and Townhomes project. Minutes from the August 2, 2022 meeting were approved.

• Approved zoning amendment for 413 Morse Street to R-4 General Residence District
• Approved Karl's Transport site plan for a new storage building
• Approved final site plan for Hogan Street Cottages and Townhomes (50 units on 8.25 acres)
• Approved minutes from August 2, 2022 meeting

Police & Fire Commission

The Police and Fire Commission met on August 30, 2022, but the minutes are procedural only. The commission held a closed session to interview a firefighter candidate, as allowed under Wisconsin law. No votes or decisions were recorded in open session. The minutes from the prior meeting were held pending completion.

• Held closed session to interview a firefighter candidate (no action recorded in open session)
• Held approval of August 11, 2022 minutes pending completion

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee discussed a $152,500 bid from Fore-Front Mechanical to replace the wastewater treatment plant's boiler heating system, with options for value engineering and a two-boiler alternate. They also considered a sprinkler credit extension request for 312 S Clermont Street and a professional services agreement with Strand Associates for potable water system repairs. No final votes were recorded; items were discussed for potential action.

• Discussed $152,500 boiler replacement bid from Fore-Front Mechanical with value engineering options
• Considered alternate bid of $2,500 for two smaller boilers instead of one
• Reviewed sprinkler credit extension request for 312 S Clermont Street from Jaime Horswill
• Discussed professional services agreement with Strand Associates for potable water system repairs at wastewater plant

Hotel/Motel Tax Commission

The Hotel/Motel Tax Commission approved the minutes from the July 13, 2022 meeting. They also approved the purchase of a brochure rack system with hotel/motel funds and approved the layout for the 2023 Visitor's Guide, both as requested from the previous meeting.

• Approved minutes from July 13, 2022 meeting
• Approved purchase of brochure rack system with hotel/motel funds
• Approved layout for 2023 Visitor's Guide

Finance, Personnel, and Legislative Committee

The Finance, Personnel, and Legislative Committee approved a bid from Quinlan's Equipment for an aluminum tank and truck for the wastewater treatment plant at a cost of $184,995. The committee also approved an additional $9,995 to cover the difference between the budgeted $175,000 and the purchase price. Additionally, the committee accepted a $2,000 WPS Rewarding Responders Grant for a new multi-gas monitor for the fire department. Minutes from the July 20, 2022 meeting were approved, and Mayor Brandt gave a progress report on the Northpointe Development's Hogan Street Housing Project for information only.

• Approved bid from Quinlan's Equipment for aluminum tank and truck at $184,995
• Approved additional $9,995 to cover budget shortfall for tanker truck purchase
• Accepted $2,000 WPS Rewarding Responders Grant for fire department multi-gas monitor
• Approved minutes from July 20, 2022 meeting

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals held a public hearing and approved a variance for Peace Lutheran Church to increase fence height from 4' to 8' chain link in the required setback area and reduce the right-of-way setback to 12 inches, citing child safety, school accreditation, and playground safety. The minutes do not include a vote tally or any other substantive decisions.

• Approved variance for Peace Lutheran Church at 300 Lincoln Street to increase fence height from 4' to 8' chain link in setback area and reduce right-of-way setback to 12 inches

Inland Lake Protection and Rehabilitation District

The Inland Lake Protection and Rehabilitation District approved its 2023 budget and tax levy, totaling $43,742 in expenditures and a $17,500 levy. The budget includes funding for lake treatment, planning, restoration of Springbrook Flowage, and trail maintenance. The board also approved transferring $8,800 from the hydraulic study reserve to trail maintenance.

• Adopted 2023 budget with $43,742 in expenditures and $17,500 tax levy
• Approved $5,000 levy for lake planning and monitoring
• Approved $7,500 levy for Springbrook Flowage restoration reserve
• Approved $5,000 levy for trail maintenance and improvements
• Transferred $8,800 from hydraulic study reserve to trail maintenance
• Approved $26,000 fund balance applied for native species restoration
• Approved $70,000 fund balance reserve for basin dredging program
• Approved $12,000 fund balance reserve for lake treatment

Police & Fire Commission

The Police and Fire Commission met on August 11, 2022, and approved the minutes from the June 27, 2022 meeting, pending completion of those minutes. The commission then convened into closed session to conduct interviews for firefighter positions, as allowed under Wisconsin Statutes. No other substantive decisions were made in open session.

• Approved minutes from June 27, 2022 meeting (pending completion)
• Convened into closed session to interview firefighter candidates

Common Council

The Common Council approved several consent agenda items, including authorizing the Clerk-Treasurer to seek direct legislation extending Tax Incremental Finance District 4 by up to 13 years (until 2035) to capture increment and repay city advances. The council also approved a $711.50 donation for Music in the Park brochures, renewed a five-year utility bill printing contract with Third Millenium Associates, and transferred severance funds for three retiring employees. New business included approving licenses for 111 Alliance LLC at 400 Prosser Place and a conditional use permit for a Boys & Girls Club teen center at 614 Fifth Avenue. A request to rescind the Northpointe Development project was ruled out of order by the Mayor due to an existing contract.

• Authorized Clerk-Treasurer to seek direct legislation extending TIF 4 by up to 13 years (unanimous)
• Approved $711.50 donation for Music in the Park brochures from hotel/motel tax funds (unanimous)
• Renewed five-year contract with Third Millenium Associates for utility bill printing at 14.942 cents plus postage (unanimous)
• Transferred severance payouts: Police Dept. $21,336.26 (Bruce Brown) and $42,336.27 (Eric Roller), Building Inspection $20,361.48 (Roger Musolff) (unanimous)
• Approved Class B fermented malt beverage, intoxicating liquor, amusement device, and dance hall licenses for 111 Alliance LLC at 400 Prosser Place (voice vote)
• Approved conditional use permit for Boys & Girls Club teen center at 614 Fifth Avenue (unanimous)
• Request to rescind Northpointe Development contract ruled out of order by Mayor due to existing contract
• Approved minutes from July 13, 2022 meeting (voice vote)

Park, Cemetery, and Recreation Commission

The Parks, Cemetery and Recreation Commission approved several fee increases and project changes. It approved raising memorial bench prices to $1,500, applying for an annual campground license for Saratoga Park, accepting a scope change for a trailhead at Al Remington Park, increasing pickleball rates to $90 per season, and raising T-shirt and hat fees to $8 each. The minutes do not include vote tallies.

• Approved memorial bench price increase to $1,500 effective Jan 1, 2023
• Approved application for annual campground license at Saratoga Park
• Approved scope change for Springbrook Trail trailhead at Al Remington Park
• Approved pickleball rate increase to $90 per indoor season
• Approved T-shirt and hat fee increase to $8 each

City Plan Commission

The City Plan Commission unanimously approved a conditional use application allowing education and daycare for the Boys & Girls Club of the Northwoods at 614 Fifth Avenue. It also approved three certified survey maps (parcels 201-2901, 201-2942.044, and 201-2863.005) and referred a proposed Land Division Ordinance change to committee. The meeting was brief and all votes were unanimous.

• Approved conditional use for education/daycare at 614 Fifth Ave for Boys & Girls Club (unanimous)
• Approved Certified Survey Map for Parcel 201-2901 (unanimous)
• Approved Certified Survey Map for Parcel 201-2942.044 (unanimous)
• Approved Certified Survey Map for Parcel 201-2863.005 (unanimous)
• Referred Land Division Ordinance change to committee (unanimous)

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee will review a recommended bid for equipment used for shouldering and backfilling boulevards. Members will also receive a map of grant-funded projects and an update on the Industrial Park Saratoga roadway.

• Proposed purchase of a Cross Conveyor Spreader from Casper's Truck Equipment for $14,466
• Review of a location map for current and potential future grant projects
• Update on Industrial Park Saratoga Roadway, including right of way dedication and storm sewer requirements

The Public Works Committee approved the purchase of a rear RDS cross conveyor spreader from Casper's Truck Equipment for $14,466, the lower of two bids received. The committee also approved the minutes from the June 22, 2022 meeting. A map of current and potential future grant projects was presented for informational purposes only. An update on the Industrial Park Saratoga Roadway project noted completed right-of-way dedication and a preliminary plan, with a bid opening anticipated for early fall.

• Approved minutes from June 22, 2022 meeting
• Approved $14,466 bid from Casper's Truck Equipment for cross conveyor spreader

Finance, Personnel, and Legislative Committee

The Finance, Personnel, and Legislative Committee reviewed several items but took no final votes; all actions are recommendations to the City Council. The committee discussed renewing the Third Millennium Associates contract for printing and mailing utility bills at 14.942 cents per bill for five years, and considered waiving event permit fees for a playground fundraiser, transferring funds for severance payouts, and seeking direct legislation to extend TIF 4. No formal decisions were recorded in the minutes.

• Recommended renewal of Third Millennium Associates contract for utility billing (no vote recorded)
• Discussed waiving event permit and insurance for Wright Place Playground Carnival (no vote recorded)
• Discussed transferring $84,033.01 for severance payouts to three employees (no vote recorded)
• Discussed requesting direct legislation to extend TIF 4 for ten years (no vote recorded)

Police & Fire Commission

The Public Arts Committee elected Angie Close as Chairperson and Tim Kassis as Vice-Chairperson by unanimous votes, though both were absent. The committee reviewed Ordinance 13298 for public arts permits and advanced Buckalow's mural request for the east side of the building, with a note that copyright responsibility lies with the artist and building owner.

• Elected Angie Close as Chairperson (unanimous)
• Elected Tim Kassis as Vice-Chairperson (unanimous)
• Advanced Buckalow's mural request as presented (unanimous)

Public Art Committee

The Public Arts Committee will meet to select its Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson. Members will review a permit ordinance and a specific request for a mural.

• Review of Ordinance 1329B for Public Arts Permits
• Review of Buckalow's request for a mural on the east side of the building
• Selection of Committee Chairperson
• Selection of Committee Vice-Chairperson

The meeting was called to order but the minutes contain no record of substantive decisions. The agenda included selecting a chairperson and vice-chairperson, reviewing Ordinance 1329B for public arts permits, and reviewing Buckalow's mural request, but no outcomes or votes are recorded in the provided text.

Hotel/Motel Tax Commission

The Hotel/Motel Tax Commission met on July 13, 2022, and discussed a proposed 2023 Visitor's Guide to reflect all businesses and events in Langlade County. The minutes do not record any formal votes or decisions; the meeting was primarily for discussion of the guide's scope, potential joint venture, and funding. Approval of the May 16, 2022 minutes was on the agenda, but no outcome is recorded in the provided text.

• No formal decisions recorded in the minutes

Common Council

The Common Council approved a resolution authorizing execution of a DNR Principal Forgiven Financial Assistance Agreement for $357,500 for lead service line replacement. The council also approved several consent agenda items, including increasing credit card limits, advancing funds for the library solar project, and transferring facade grant funds to the mural program. New business resolutions included waiving fees for a fundraising carnival, entering an agreement for use of the NTC ball field, and allowing Langlade County Fair to use city software.

• Approved DNR lead service line replacement funding agreement for $357,500 (unanimous)
• Approved increasing credit card limits to $5,000 for seven positions (consent agenda)
• Approved advancing up to $229,540 for Library Solar Project until grant received (consent agenda)
• Transferred $4,289.74 from Facade Grant to Downtown Mural Program (consent agenda)
• Approved benefit coordination for promoted Police Captain and Assistant Fire Chief (consent agenda)
• Revised mural program cost share to 75% up to $1,800 (consent agenda)
• Waived event permit fee and insurance for Wright Place Carnival (unanimous)
• Approved agreement to maintain and use NTC ball field (Fredrickson Field) (unanimous)

Park, Cemetery, and Recreation Commission

The Parks, Cemetery and Recreation Commission approved the NTC Ball Field Agreement to manage the NTC field (Fredrickson Field) for games and practices, with games at $6/use and practices free. They also approved waiving the shelter reservation fee for the Wright Place Carnival fundraiser, accepted a donation from Antigo Rotary for the Pump Track, and approved allowing Camp Susan to use the city's reservation software for a $500 annual fee. The minutes from April 11, 2022, were approved.

• Approved NTC Ball Field Agreement to manage Fredrickson Field (games $6/use, practices free)
• Approved waiver of shelter reservation fee for Wright Place Carnival fundraiser
• Accepted donation from Antigo Rotary for Pump Track at Railway Activity Park
• Approved Camp Susan use of city reservation software for $500 annual fee
• Approved minutes from April 11, 2022 meeting

City Plan Commission

The City Plan Commission meeting scheduled for July 5, 2022, was cancelled due to a lack of agenda items.

Police & Fire Commission

The Antigo Police and Fire Commission held a regular meeting on June 27, 2022, and approved several personnel actions. They recommended moving Alexandra Huff forward in the hiring process for Firefighter/Paramedic, approved the promotion of Chad Ashbeck to Fire Lieutenant, and approved the promotions of Andrew Hopfensperger to Sergeant and Brady Goeks to Detective Sergeant. All votes were unanimous, with Commissioner Sandi Robrecht absent.

• Recommended Alexandra Huff for Firefighter/Paramedic position (unanimous)
• Approved promotion of Chad Ashbeck to Fire Lieutenant (unanimous)
• Approved promotion of Andrew Hopfensperger to Sergeant (unanimous)
• Approved promotion of Brady Goeks to Detective Sergeant (unanimous)

Economic Development Committee

The Economic Development Committee approved transferring the remaining $4,289.74 from the Facade Grant Program to the Downtown Mural Program, as recommended by staff. The committee also considered proposed revisions to Resolution 123-20 to increase the city's cost-sharing share for mural projects from 50% to 75% (up to $1,800 per mural), but no final action was recorded on this item. The minutes do not include vote tallies or details of discussion.

• Approved transfer of $4,289.74 from Facade Grant Program to Downtown Mural Program
• Considered proposed revisions to Resolution 123-20 for increased cost sharing (no final action recorded)

Public Works Committee

The committee will consider a request to remove a no-parking sign on Hogan Street and review bids for a conveyor spreader. Members will also receive an informational summary of active and pending grant-funded infrastructure projects.

• Request to remove no-parking sign on Hogan Street
• Bids for 18" Rear RDS Cross Conveyor Spreader: Casper's Truck Equipment ($14,466) and Monroe Truck Equipment ($17,525)
• Informational summary of active grant projects totaling $6,766,040
• Review of Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL) grant applications, including Edison Street Reconstruction ($3,348,500) and 10th Avenue Pavement Replacement ($3,216,000)

The Public Works Committee approved the minutes from May 25, 2022, and voted to remove the no parking sign on Hogan Street. They also approved the conveyor spreader bid from Casper's Truck Equipment at $14,466, deemed most advantageous. A summary of grant projects and BIL applications was presented for information only, with no action taken.

• Approved minutes from May 25, 2022 meeting
• Approved removal of no parking sign on Hogan Street
• Approved Casper's Truck Equipment conveyor spreader bid at $14,466

Finance, Personnel, and Legislative Committee

The Finance, Personnel, and Legislative Committee approved increasing the spending limit on seven employee credit cards from $2,000 to $5,000, and forwarded the matter to the City Council for a resolution. The committee also approved an agreement to advance $229,540 for the Library Solar Project until the grant is received, with reimbursement guaranteed by the Library Foundation. A request for leave of absence from Todd Tatro was approved, and the committee discussed the conversion of leave time for employees promoted to exempt positions, with a recommendation to be made at the meeting.

• Approved increase of credit card limits to $5,000 for seven employees (forwarded to Council)
• Approved agreement to advance $229,540 for Library Solar Project until grant received
• Approved leave of absence request from Todd Tatro
• Discussed conversion of leave time for promoted employees (no final action recorded)

Police & Fire Commission

The Commission will conduct closed sessions regarding personnel matters. These include interviewing for a Firefighter/Paramedic position and discussing promotions for the Fire Department and Police Department.

• Interviews for Firefighter/Paramedic positions
• Fire Department Lieutenant promotion
• Police Department Detective Sergeant promotion
• Police Department Sergeant promotion

Finance, Personnel, and Legislative Committee

The committee will consider advancing $229,540 to the Library Solar Project until a grant is received. They will also discuss increasing spending limits for seven employee credit cards and adjusting leave time policies for promoted employees.

• Advance $229,540 for the Library Solar Project pending grant reimbursement
• Increase spending limits on seven employee credit cards from $2,000 to $5,000
• Conversion of available leave time for employees promoted to exempt positions
• Request for a leave of absence from Todd Tatro

Park, Cemetery, and Recreation Commission

The meeting scheduled for June 13, 2022, was cancelled due to a lack of agenda items.

Common Council

The Common Council is meeting to discuss utility rate studies and a restructured land purchase for housing development. The body will also consider several business license renewals and an ambulance coverage agreement for the Town of Ainsworth.

• Contract with Onward Accounting & Consulting LLC for water, sanitary sewer, and storm sewer rate studies at a cost of $14,300
• Restructuring of Hogan Street land purchase for Northpointe Development housing, including five additional senior units
• Agreement with Pickerel Rescue to provide ambulance coverage for the Town of Ainsworth during the County T Bridge replacement
• Authorization of a $2,000 credit card limit for Assistant Fire Chief Corey Smith
• License renewals for 18 entities including Antigo Entertainment, LLC and Remington Oil Company, Inc.

The Common Council approved Resolution 62-22, allowing Northpointe Development to add five senior housing units (total 29 senior, 21 workforce) and restructuring the land purchase to $1.00 with a $400,000 infrastructure special charge. A motion to table the resolution failed 2-7. The council also approved several consent agenda items, including a $14,300 utility rate study contract and adoption of the Langlade County Outdoor Recreation Plan.

• Approved Northpointe housing expansion to 29 senior units (7-2)
• Approved $14,300 rate study contract with Onward Accounting & Consulting
• Adopted Langlade County Outdoor Recreation Plan 2022-2026
• Approved ambulance coverage agreement with Pickerel Rescue
• Authorized $2,000 credit card for Assistant Fire Chief Corey Smith
• Approved various license renewals contingent on inspections
• Approved liquor licenses for Antigo Express and Buckalows
• Approved mobile home park license for Rapids Housing

Finance, Personnel, and Legislative Committee

The committee will consider restructuring the land purchase for a Northpointe Development project to include five additional senior housing units. Additionally, officials are seeking approval to adopt the Langlade County Outdoor Recreation Plan 2022-2026 to maintain grant eligibility.

• Restructure Hogan Street land purchase with Northpointe Development to add five senior housing units
• Amend land purchase price to $1.00 with a $400,000 assessment to repay TIF 3 infrastructure debt
• Approval of the Langlade County Outdoor Recreation Plan 2022-2026 for grant eligibility

The Finance, Personnel, and Legislative Committee discussed two agenda items but the minutes do not record any formal votes or final decisions. The first item was a proposal to restructure the purchase of Hogan Street land for the Northpointe Development, changing the price from $400,000 to $1.00 plus a $400,000 assessment for TIF 3 infrastructure debt, and to add five additional senior housing units (bringing the total to 50 units). The second item was a request to adopt the Langlade County Outdoor Recreation Plan 2022-2026 to maintain grant eligibility. No outcomes are recorded in the minutes.

• No formal action recorded on Hogan Street land restructure or senior housing addition
• No formal action recorded on adopting Langlade County Outdoor Recreation Plan 2022-2026

Finance, Personnel, and Legislative Committee

The Finance, Personnel, and Legislative Committee approved restructuring the purchase of Hogan Street land for the Northpointe Development, allowing the $400,000 payment to reimburse TIF District 3 infrastructure costs, and added five senior housing units. The committee also approved adopting the Langlade County Outdoor Recreation Plan 2022-2026, which makes the city eligible for grants. Both items were forwarded to the Council with unanimous votes.

• Approved restructure of Hogan Street land purchase, directing $400,000 to TIF District 3 (6-0)
• Approved adding five senior housing units to Northpointe Development (6-0)
• Approved adoption of Langlade County Outdoor Recreation Plan 2022-2026 (unanimous)

City Plan Commission

The City Plan Commission will consider the approval of site and building specifications for Fleischman Storage Buildings. The proposed project involves construction at 925 Bridge St, with one new building planned for 2022 and others to follow at a future date.

• Approval of site and building specs for Fleischman Storage Buildings at 925 Bridge St
• Approval of the April 5, 2022, meeting minutes

The City Plan Commission approved the site and building specifications for Fleischman Storage Buildings at 925 Bridge St. The approval allows construction to move forward and permits to be issued. Minutes from the April 5, 2022 meeting were also approved.

• Approved minutes from April 5, 2022 meeting
• Approved site and building specs for Fleischman Storage Buildings

Police & Fire Commission

The Commission will conduct an interview for a Fire Fighter/Paramedic position and develop a list of future hires for that role. The body will also discuss and potentially approve promotions for a Fire Department Lieutenant and Police Department Detective Sergeant and Sergeant.

• Interview for Fire Fighter/Paramedic position
• Development of future hire list for Fire Fighter/Paramedic position
• Proposed promotion to Lieutenant in the Fire Department
• Proposed promotions of Detective Sergeant and Sergeant in the Police Department

Economic Development Committee

The Economic Development Committee meeting scheduled for June 6, 2022, is cancelled. The cancellation is due to a lack of agenda items.

Public Works Committee

The committee is reviewing several bids for City Hall improvements, including exterior wall sealing and landscaping. They are also considering an engineering contract for various parking lot and alley reconstructions.

• Duernberger Painting bid for City Hall exterior concrete wall sealing ($17,175 - $19,065)
• Mike Jost of Revi-Design, LLC bid for City Hall Landscape Project ($17,800)
• Ayres Associates engineering contract for City Hall parking lot, alley, and Superior Street parking lot design ($25,075)
• Establishment of project priorities for Bipartisan Infrastructure Law applications

The Public Works Committee approved several contracts and set grant priorities. It approved Duernberger Painting's bid for exterior concrete sealing at City Hall, the $17,800 landscape project bid from Revi-Design, and a $25,075 engineering contract with Ayres Associates for parking lot and alley design. The committee also established project priority rankings for Bipartisan Infrastructure Law grant applications. The minutes do not include vote tallies.

• Approved Duernberger Painting's bid for City Hall exterior concrete sealing (base $17,175, with pressure washing $19,065)
• Approved $17,800 landscape project bid from Mike Jost of Revi-Design, LLC
• Approved $25,075 engineering contract with Ayres Associates for parking lot and alley design
• Established project priorities for Bipartisan Infrastructure Law grant applications

Board of Review

The Board of Review will meet to perform statutory duties regarding the city's assessment roll. The body will correct calculation errors, add omitted property, and hear taxpayer objections to assessments.

• Adoption of policy for waiver of Board of Review hearing requests
• Adoption of amendment to policy for sworn telephone and written testimony
• Review and certification of corrections of error in the assessment roll
• Review of Notices of Intent to File Objection
• Verification of ordinance for confidentiality of income and expense information

The Board of Review meeting was held as scheduled, but the minutes contain only the agenda and notice, with no recorded actions, votes, or decisions. The board was to be called to order, elect officers, and handle assessment-related duties, but no outcomes are documented.

Finance, Personnel, and Legislative Committee

The Finance, Personnel, and Legislative Committee is reviewing a proposal to hire a consultant for utility rate studies and a request to change a business license. The body is also discussing emergency medical coverage for the Town of Ainsworth and a new credit card for the Assistant Fire Chief.

• Contract for Onward Accounting & Consulting, Inc. to conduct water, sanitary sewer, and storm sewer rate studies for $14,300
• Request to change 1502 Neva Road from a gas station/convenience store to a liquor store with a 'Class A' license
• Temporary coverage agreement to provide EMS services to the Town of Ainsworth during bridge construction
• Request for a third credit card for the Assistant Fire Chief

The Finance, Personnel, and Legislative Committee recommended approval of a request to change 1502 Neva Road from a gas station/convenience store to a liquor store and to allow a Class A intoxicating liquor license for Antigo Express. The committee also recommended approval of a credit card for the Assistant Fire Chief, a temporary coverage agreement with Pickerel Rescue for the Town of Ainsworth, and hiring Onward Accounting & Consulting, Inc. for utility rate studies at a cost of $14,300. All items were forwarded to the City Council for final action.

• Recommended approval of liquor store change and Class A license for Antigo Express
• Recommended approval of credit card for Assistant Fire Chief
• Recommended approval of temporary EMS coverage agreement with Pickerel Rescue for Ainsworth
• Recommended approval of $14,300 utility rate study contract with Onward Accounting & Consulting, Inc.

Hotel/Motel Tax Commission

The Commission is meeting to discuss a funding request for fair advertising and to review the expiration of a three-year agreement. A closed session is scheduled to establish parameters for funding beyond May 2023.

• Funding request of $5,000 for Langlade County Fair to advertise a national entertainer
• Closed session to discuss expiration of three-year agreement and funding beyond May 2023

The Hotel/Motel Commission approved a $5,000 funding request from the Langlade County Fair to advertise a national entertainer. The commission also approved the minutes from the April 20, 2022 meeting. A closed session was held to discuss the expiration of a three-year agreement and set parameters for funding beyond May 2023, but no action was taken in open session afterward.

• Approved $5,000 funding request for Langlade County Fair advertising (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from April 20, 2022 meeting (unanimous)
• Held closed session to discuss agreement expiration and funding parameters; no open-session action taken

Common Council

The Common Council will address several items including police chief transitions and various municipal contracts. The agenda includes discussions on water system improvements, sidewalk replacement programs, and economic development grants.

• Rock Hard Concrete: $75,303 for 2022 Concrete Sidewalk and Driveway Approach Replacement Program
• Command Central: $7,350 for an additional voting machine
• Suick Foundation Grant match: $25,000 from Entrepreneur & Facille Grant Programs for the SEARCH Program
• Water system improvements including water tower replacement and SCADA upgrades
• Swearing-in of Police Chief Dan Duley

The Common Council approved a consent agenda including new pay grades for the Police and Fire Chiefs, authorization to hire Dillon West as a police officer with academy sponsorship, and a $75,303 sidewalk contract. It also approved a $120,325 sewer pipe lining contract and a $7,350 voting machine purchase. All consent agenda items passed unanimously.

• Approved pay grade 13/step 6 for Police Chief Dan Duley ($91,753.20) and step 10 for Fire Chief Jon Petroskey ($102,867.91) (unanimous)
• Authorized hiring Dillon West as police officer with academy sponsorship (unanimous)
• Accepted Rock Hard Concrete bid of $75,303 for sidewalk replacement (unanimous)
• Accepted Visu-Sewer bid of $120,325 for sewer slip lining (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of voting machine from Command Central for $7,350 (unanimous)
• Approved $25,000 match for Downtown SEARCH grant program (unanimous)
• Approved noise ordinance extension for Lions Club off-road race June 2-5 (unanimous)
• Approved various license renewals and mobile home park license (voice vote)

Park, Cemetery, and Recreation Commission

The meeting scheduled for May 9, 2022, was cancelled due to a lack of agenda items.

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing regarding a variance application for a property at 507 Second Avenue. The board will discuss and potentially act on a request to allow a fence to be placed up to the property line.

• Variance application for 507 Second Avenue (Parcel #201-0213) to allow fence placement up to the property line

The Zoning Board of Appeals held a public hearing on a variance application for 507 Second Avenue to allow a fence to be placed up to the property line, due to the lot's 44-foot width being too short for the required setback. The minutes do not record a decision on the variance; they only document the hearing and the agenda item.

• Public hearing held for variance application at 507 Second Avenue (no decision recorded)

City Plan Commission

The City Plan Commission meeting scheduled for May 3, 2022, was cancelled. The cancellation was due to a lack of agenda items.

Police & Fire Commission

The Commission will hold an annual election for its officers. The body will also enter closed sessions to discuss the positions of Assistant Fire Chief and Police Captain, with potential action to follow in open session.

• Annual Election of Officers
• Discussion and possible approval of Assistant Fire Chief
• Discussion and possible approval of Police Captain

The Police and Fire Commission met on May 2, 2022, and approved the minutes from the May 23, 2022 meeting. Officers were elected for the year, and the commission went into closed session to discuss the positions of Assistant Fire Chief and Police Captain. After reconvening, the commission approved the appointments for both positions.

• Approved minutes from May 23, 2022 meeting
• Elected officers: Brad Henricks (President), Paul Syrjala (Vice President), Andrew Hessedal (Secretary)
• Approved Assistant Fire Chief appointment
• Approved Police Captain appointment

Economic Development Committee

The Economic Development Committee is reviewing the final summary of the Entrepreneur and Façade Grant programs. The committee is also considering a proposal to use approximately $25,000 in remaining city funds to match a $25,000 Suick Family Foundation grant for downtown business improvements. Additionally, the committee will receive a summary regarding local recipients of $10,000 Badger Bounce-Back grants.

• Final summary of Entrepreneur and Façade Grant programs
• Proposal to match $25,000 Suick Family Foundation grant with $25,000 in remaining city funds
• Summary of local recipients of $10,000 Badger Bounce-Back grants via ARPA funding

The Economic Development Committee approved using $25,000 from remaining Entrepreneur and Facade grant funds to match a $25,000 Suick Family Foundation grant, creating a $50,000 pool for downtown business grants. The new SEARCH grant program offers up to $5,000 per applicant with a 50% match. The committee also received final summaries of the Entrepreneur and Facade grant programs and a report on $10,000 Badger Bounce-Back grants to local businesses.

• Approved $25,000 from remaining grant funds to match Suick Foundation grant for downtown SEARCH program
• Approved SEARCH grant program criteria with $5,000 maximum per applicant and 50% match requirement
• Received final summary of Entrepreneur and Facade grant programs
• Received summary of $10,000 Badger Bounce-Back grants to local businesses

Public Works Committee

The committee is reviewing bids for sanitary sewer lining and the 2022 Concrete Sidewalk & Driveway Approach Replacement Program. Both items include recommendations for contract approvals based on received bids.

• Proposed $120,325 contract with Visu Sewer for CIPP lining of approximately 1500 LF of sanitary sewer
• Proposed $75,303 contract with Rock Hard Concrete for sidewalk and driveway approach replacement at $9.00 per Sq. Ft.

The Public Works Committee recommended approval of Visu Sewer's $120,325 bid for CIPP lining of about 1,500 linear feet of sanitary sewer, despite the bid exceeding the budgeted amount; the overage would be covered from the Sanitary Sewer budget. The committee also recommended awarding Rock Hard Concrete the 2022 Concrete Sidewalk & Driveway Approach Replacement Program contract at $9.00 per square foot, totaling $75,303.00. Both recommendations were forwarded to the Mayor and City Council for final action.

• Recommended approval of Visu Sewer CIPP lining bid for $120,325
• Recommended approval of Rock Hard Concrete sidewalk bid at $9.00/sq ft totaling $75,303.00

Hotel/Motel Tax Commission

The commission is meeting to discuss a funding request from the Antigo Lions Club. The funds would be used for advertising expenses related to the June off-road races.

• Funding request from Antigo Lions Club for $7,860 for advertising expenses
• Approval of February 2, 2022 meeting minutes

Finance, Personnel, and Legislative Committee

The Finance, Personnel, and Legislative Committee is reviewing funding for water treatment plant upgrades and various public safety equipment. The body is also discussing noise ordinance extensions for upcoming off-road races and personnel recommendations for the police department.

• Intent to reimburse expenditures up to $2,000,000 for water tower replacement and plant upgrades
• Purchase of a voting machine from Command Central for $7,350
• Purchase of battery-operated extrication rescue tools from Reliant Fire Apparatus Inc. for $36,925
• Request to extend noise ordinances June 2-5 for Amsoil Championship Off-Road Races
• Request to waive the special event fee for All Sauced Up LLC

Common Council

The Common Council is meeting to elect a Council President and an Alderperson for the City Plan Commission. The body will also confirm committee appointments and establish official rules and depositories for the new term.

• Election of Council President
• Election of Alderperson to the City Plan Commission
• Resolution 45-22 to designate Antigo Daily Journal as the official newspaper
• Resolution 46-22 designating public depositories including Associated Bank, BMO Harris Bank, and Chase Bank
• Confirmation of Mayor's appointments to committees, boards, and commissions

The Common Council held its organizational meeting, administering oaths to three alderpersons and electing Alderperson Bauknecht as Council President. The council approved the 2022-2023 Council Rules with no changes, confirmed mayoral appointments to committees, and passed resolutions designating the Antigo Daily Journal as the official newspaper and authorizing public depositories for the coming year.

• Administered oaths of office to Alderpersons Bauknecht, Wagner, and Balcezak
• Elected Alderperson Bauknecht as Council President (unanimous)
• Elected Alderperson Henricks to serve on the City Plan Commission (unanimous)
• Approved Council Rules for 2022-2023 term with no changes (voice vote)
• Confirmed mayoral appointments to committees, boards, and commissions (roll call, carried)
• Approved Resolution 45-22 designating Antigo Daily Journal as official newspaper (voice vote)
• Approved Resolution 46-22 designating public depositories and continuing with Dana Investment Advisors (unanimous)

Common Council

The Common Council will review several consent agenda items including spring curbside cleanup bids and employee policy changes. The meeting also includes a presentation regarding a new firefighter and street use permits for upcoming community events.

• Awarding $72 per ton bid to GFL Environmental for 2022 Spring Curbside Cleanup
• Approval of quotes for gravel, pit run, sand, backhoe rental, and snow removal equipment
• Authorization for a stewardship application for boat launch development
• Street use permits for Fifth Avenue events on June 2 and June 11, 2022
• Proposed change to employee emergency response time radius from 15 to 30 miles

The Common Council approved a consent agenda containing 14 resolutions, covering items such as a $72/ton curbside cleanup contract with GFL Environmental, a new CDL hiring and training policy, an expanded 30-mile emergency response radius, and the promotion of Beth McCarthy to Building Inspector/Zoning Administrator. The council also approved two street use permits for events on Fifth Avenue. All votes were unanimous among present members, with two alderpersons excused.

• Approved consent agenda with 14 resolutions (unanimous)
• Approved $72/ton curbside cleanup bid with GFL Environmental
• Approved CDL hiring policy with training and reimbursement agreement
• Expanded emergency response radius from 15 to 30 miles
• Promoted Beth McCarthy to Building Inspector/Zoning Administrator at $62,263.29 annually
• Approved street use permit for Off Road Race Car Showcase on June 2
• Approved street use permit for Celebrate Fifth Avenue on June 11
• Approved minutes from March 9, 2022 meeting

Park, Cemetery, and Recreation Commission

The Parks, Cemetery and Recreation Commission will review the March 14 meeting minutes. The commission is also asked to consider a request to waive the reservation fee for the Heinzen Pavilion on May 11, 2022.

• Approval of March 14, 2022 meeting minutes
• Request to waive shelter fee for All Sauced Up LLC fundraiser at Heinzen Pavilion

The Parks, Cemetery and Recreation Commission approved waiving the shelter fee for the Heinzen Pavilion reservation on May 11, 2022, for All Sauced Up LLC's fundraising event benefiting community organizations. The minutes also note approval of the March 14, 2022 meeting minutes. No other substantive decisions were recorded.

• Approved waiver of shelter fee for All Sauced Up fundraiser at Heinzen Pavilion (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from March 14, 2022 meeting

Board of Canvassers

The Board of Canvassers will meet to tally votes cast for Alderpersons in Wards 3, 4, 6, and 8. The board will update election totals and sign official documentation. If provisional ballots require processing, the board may reconvene on April 8, 2022.

• Canvass votes for Alderpersons in Wards 3, 4, 6, and 8
• Update election totals
• Complete and sign election canvass documentation
• Process provisional ballots if necessary

City Plan Commission

The City Plan Commission is considering the approval of site, building, and elevation plans for two storage development projects. The body will also review a certified survey map for the Industrial Park.

• Site and building plans for Leiterman Storage Buildings at 1225 S Sunset Dr
• Site and building plans for Gillespie Development Storage Buildings at 931 Century Ave
• Industrial Park Certified Survey Map including a requested 34-foot additional right of way

The City Plan Commission approved the minutes from the February 1, 2022 meeting. It approved site, building, and elevation plans for Leiterman Storage Buildings at 1225 S Sunset Dr and Gillespie Development Storage Buildings at 931 Century Ave, allowing construction to proceed and permits to be issued. The commission also approved the Industrial Park Certified Survey Map, which includes an additional 34 feet of right-of-way across from the GFL property.

• Approved minutes from February 1, 2022 meeting
• Approved site, building, and elevation plans for Leiterman Storage Buildings at 1225 S Sunset Dr
• Approved site, building, and elevation plans for Gillespie Development Storage Buildings at 931 Century Ave
• Approved Industrial Park Certified Survey Map with 34-foot right-of-way addition

Economic Development Committee

The Economic Development Committee meeting scheduled for April 4, 2022, was cancelled due to a lack of agenda items.

Public Works Committee

The committee will review a snow removal charge dispute for a property on 5th Avenue and discuss water main temperatures. Members will also review quotes for various street maintenance materials and equipment, as well as a bid for spring curbside clean-up hauling fees.

• Snow removal charge dispute for 839 5th Ave
• Quotes for gravel, pit run, sand, backhoe rental, and dump trucks
• Spring Curbside Clean-up landfill hauling/tipping fee bids
• Discussion regarding water main temperatures and flushing processes

The Public Works Committee approved the low bid from GFL Environmental at $72.00 per ton for the 2022 Spring Curbside Clean-up landfill hauling/tipping fees. The committee also discussed water main temperatures and the process for letting water run, and reviewed quotes for gravel, sand, and other materials, noting these quotes are for information only and no specific bidder will be awarded. The snow removal charge dispute for 839 5th Ave was discussed, with city crews having video footage of the removal.

• Approved GFL Environmental bid for 2022 Spring Curbside Clean-up at $72.00 per ton
• Reviewed quotes for gravel, pit run, sand, backhoe rental, sweeper piles, and dump trucks (no award, information only)
• Discussed snow removal charge dispute for 839 5th Ave (no action recorded)
• Discussed water main temperatures and water let run process (no action recorded)

Police & Fire Commission

The Commission will meet in closed session to discuss the next Chief of Police. The meeting also includes interviews for a Police Patrol Officer and a Fire Fighter/Paramedic position.

• Discussion and approval of the next Chief of Police
• Interviews for Police Patrol Officer position
• Interviews for Fire Fighter/Paramedic position

The Police and Fire Commission convened on March 23, 2022, to discuss and approve the next Chief of Police, conduct interviews for a Police Patrol Officer and a Fire Fighter/Paramedic, and develop lists of future hires for those positions. The minutes record the agenda and closed session items but do not include the outcomes of the discussions or any votes taken.

• Convened into closed session to discuss the next Chief of Police
• Convened into closed session to conduct interviews for Police Patrol Officer
• Convened into closed session to conduct interviews for Fire Fighter/Paramedic

Finance, Personnel, and Legislative Committee

The Finance, Personnel, and Legislative Committee is reviewing updates to employee manuals, job descriptions, and hiring policies. Key discussions include a new CDL training agreement and the reorganization of police and fire into independent departments.

• Proposed CDL training policy with estimated hard costs of $5,000 and soft costs of $6,000
• Proposed reimbursement agreement for CDL training with a 5-year sliding scale repayment
• Proposed extension of residential emergency response criteria from 15 to 30 miles from City Hall
• Proposed promotion of Assistant Building Inspector/Zoning Administrator to Department Head effective 6/5/22
• Request to waive event permit fee for Wild Ones Northwoods Gateway Chapter

The Finance, Personnel, and Legislative Committee reviewed multiple personnel and policy items, forwarding recommendations to the City Council. The most significant action was recommending the promotion of Beth McCarthy to Building Inspector/Zoning Administrator at Pay Grade 10, effective June 12, 2022, following the retirement of the current department head. The committee also recommended updating several job descriptions, creating a new Assistant Fire Chief position, and adjusting hiring policies for CDL-required positions and non-exempt employee compensation.

• Recommended promotion of Beth McCarthy to Building Inspector/Zoning Administrator, Pay Grade 10, effective 6/12/22
• Recommended updates to Building Inspector/Zoning Administrator job description
• Recommended updates to Assistant Building Inspector/Zoning Administrator job description
• Recommended updates to Fire Chief job description with Pay Grade change from 12 to 13
• Recommended creation of Assistant Fire Chief job description (Pay Grade 11)
• Recommended CDL hiring agreement policy with training reimbursement sliding scale
• Recommended revision to compensation plan for new full-time non-exempt employees from $2.00 to $1.00 below scale
• Recommended extending employee residential emergency response criteria from 15 to 30 miles

Park, Cemetery, and Recreation Commission

The Parks, Cemetery, and Recreation Commission is discussing the development of a boat and kayak launch and picnic area. The body is also reviewing shelter fee waivers for educational groups and improvements to the city campground.

• Proposal to submit a Knowles Stewardship Grant for a boat/kayak launch and shelter on Parcel No. 201-0317
• Request to waive shelter fees for Raptor Education Group Inc. (REGI) at Hudson Street Shelter
• Request to waive shelter fees for Wild Ones Northwoods Gateway Chapter
• Proposal to install a designated trash and recycle area at the City Campground using CIP funds

The Parks, Cemetery and Recreation Commission approved the minutes from the February 14, 2022 meeting, waived shelter fees for two organizations, approved adding a designated trash/recycle area at the city campground using budgeted CIP funds, and approved submitting a Knowles Stewardship Grant for a boat/kayak launch development. All actions were approved as recommended.

• Approved minutes from February 14, 2022 meeting
• Approved waiver of shelter fee for Raptor Education Group Inc. (REGI) for July 21 and August 4 at Hudson Street Shelter
• Approved waiver of shelter fee for Wild Ones Northwoods Gateway Chapter for educational program
• Approved addition of designated trash/recycle area at city campground using budgeted CIP funds
• Approved submission of Knowles Stewardship Grant for boat/kayak launch development on Parcel No. 201-0317 and west of it

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee is reviewing a recommendation to award Ruekert & Mielke contracts for water tower replacement, SCADA system upgrades, and clear-well rehabilitation. The proposal includes administrative services and construction inspection for the project.

• Recommendation to award Ruekert & Mielke $130,278 for SDWLP application and design/bidding
• Recommendation to award Ruekert & Mielke $69,352 for construction administration and inspection
• Recommendation for a $7,000 agreement with Langlade County Economic Development Corporation for grant services

Common Council

The Common Council is considering the restructuring of the Public Safety Department to create independent Police and Fire Chiefs. The body will also hold public hearings on sidewalk and driveway special assessments and discuss several property transfers.

• Public hearing on sidewalk and driveway approach special assessments
• Contract for splash pad consulting with Ayres Associates, Inc. for $32,500
• Water and wastewater plant operation contracts with Infrastructure Alternatives, Inc. totaling $1,170,317
• Transfer of 1203 Plattsburg Street to Habitat for Humanity at no cost
• Sale of 320 Edison Street vacant lot to First Advantage Enterprises, Inc. for $4,060

Economic Development Committee

The Economic Development Committee meeting scheduled for March 7, 2022, is cancelled. The cancellation is due to a lack of agenda items.

City Plan Commission

The City Plan Commission meeting scheduled for March 1, 2022, was cancelled due to a lack of agenda items.

Public Works Committee

The committee will consider a purchase of a smooth drum roller and support for a TAP grant application for new bike/pedestrian trails. Additionally, staff provided information regarding requests for proposals for water tower replacement and system upgrades.

• Purchase of a Caterpillar smooth drum roller from Fabick Caterpillar for $32,800
• 2022-2026 TAP Grant application for bike/pedestrian trails from Fairgrounds to Amron Ave
• Request for proposals for water tower replacement, SCADA upgrades, and clear well maintenance

Police & Fire Commission

The Police and Fire Commission will meet to discuss the potential restructuring of how the police and fire departments are administered. The commission may take action on this matter during the meeting.

• Restructuring of the Administration of the Police and Fire Departments

The Police and Fire Commission unanimously recommended restructuring the administration of the Police and Fire Departments, moving toward traditional Police and Fire Chiefs with Assistant Chiefs for both departments. The Assistant Chiefs will work five days a week, eight hours a day, and job descriptions are being updated. The commission also discussed appointing an interim Police Chief and succession planning for the fire department.

• Recommended restructuring of Police and Fire Department administration (unanimous)
• Discussed appointing an interim Police Chief
• Discussed succession planning for the fire department
• Adjourned at 6:28 PM (unanimous)

Finance, Personnel, and Legislative Committee

The Finance, Personnel, and Legislative Committee is reviewing budget amendments for senior center rent and utility plant operations. The body is also discussing several real estate transactions and a restructuring of the Public Safety Department.

• Budget amendment for $1,400 monthly Senior Center rent
• Sale of 320 Edison Street to First Advantage Enterprises, Inc. for $4,060
• Proposed transfer of 1203 Plattsburg to Habitat for Humanity at no cost
• Frisch Greenhouses bid of $19,172 for the 2022 Planter and Basket Program
• Proposed restructuring of Public Safety Department leadership and Police Chief job description

The Finance, Personnel, and Legislative Committee met on February 16, 2022, to review agenda items, but the minutes do not record any formal votes or final decisions. The committee discussed a proposal to eliminate the Public Safety Director position and create independent Police Chief and Fire Chief roles, along with a draft job description for the Police Chief. Other items reviewed included a budget amendment for Senior Center rent, a 2022 budget for water and wastewater plant operations, the sale of 320 Edison Street, accepting vacant land for deferred assessments, a bid for the planter and basket program, and transferring a city-owned home to Habitat for Humanity.

• No formal actions or votes are recorded in the minutes; all items were presented for discussion and potential action.
• Reviewed a proposed restructuring of the Public Safety Department into independent Police and Fire leadership teams.
• Reviewed a draft job description for a Police Chief position, with changes to be incorporated into a final version for the March Council packet.
• Discussed a budget amendment to pay $1,400 per month for Senior Center rent, which would require a resolution to Council if approved.
• Discussed the sale of 320 Edison Street to James Schulz for $4,060, which would require a resolution to Council if approved.
• Discussed accepting vacant land from Deborah Moermond in lieu of $188,321.88 in deferred assessments, with a public hearing planned for the March Council agenda.
• Discussed Frisch Greenhouses' bid for the 2022 planter and basket program, totaling $19,172, with 100 baskets planned.
• Discussed transferring the city-owned home at 1203 Plattsburg to Habitat for Humanity at no cost.

Park, Cemetery, and Recreation Commission

The Parks, Cemetery, and Recreation Commission is reviewing bids for equipment and professional services. The body is discussing the purchase of a new 3/4 ton truck and two zero turn mowers, as well as selecting a consultant for a splash pad project.

• Proposed 3/4 ton truck purchase from Quinlan's for $54,100.00
• Proposed purchase of two zero turn mowers from Fuller Sales and Service for $14,168.00
• Proposed $32,500.00 contract with Ayres for City Park East splash pad consulting
• Request to submit a 50/50 matching Urban Forestry Grant application for tree inventory
• Review of splash pad consulting proposal from Parkitecture estimated between $33,500.00 and $36,500.00

The commission approved the bid from Fuller Sales and Service for two zero-turn mowers at $14,168.00, despite it not being the lowest bid, due to its delivery date and local proximity. They also approved a $54,100.00 bid from Quinlan's for a 3/4-ton truck with a Tommy Gate and V-plow. The commission approved submitting an Urban Forestry Grant application for a 50/50 matching grant to update the city's tree inventory. Finally, they approved a $32,500.00 lump-sum contract with Ayres Associates for splash pad design and engineering services.

• Approved Fuller Sales and Service bid of $14,168.00 for two zero-turn mowers, citing delivery date and local proximity.
• Approved Quinlan's bid of $54,100.00 for a 3/4-ton truck with Tommy Gate and V-plow.
• Approved submission of an Urban Forestry Grant application for a 50/50 matching grant to update the city's tree inventory.
• Approved a $32,500.00 contract with Ayres Associates for splash pad design and engineering services.

Common Council

The Common Council will discuss several administrative updates, including a change to how vacant budgeted positions are filled. The body is also reviewing requests for park enhancements and a police department equipment purchase.

• Purchase of Nuance Voice Recognition software and hardware for the Police Department from Baycom for $11,800
• Proposal to allow Antigo Dugout Club to upgrade lighting and expand the concession/press box at Kretz Park
• Acceptance of a donation to construct a water feature/splash pad in City Park East
• Sewer credit of $294.88 for 224 South Park Street due to a running hose
• Intent to cancel deferred special assessments for four properties on Charlotte Street

The Common Council approved the consent agenda, which included seven resolutions covering vacation carryover, hiring authority changes, police voice recognition software, park improvements, a donation for a splash pad, a sewer credit, and a preliminary resolution for special assessments. The council also approved a Class A liquor license for RARA BP LLC and authorized updated 2021 budget transfers and amendments.

• Approved consent agenda resolutions 13-22 through 19-22 (unanimous)
• Approved $11,800 purchase of voice recognition software for police (consent agenda)
• Approved allowing mayor and admin services director to fill budgeted positions (consent agenda)
• Approved Antigo Dugout Club improvements to Kretz Park (consent agenda)
• Accepted donation for wading pool improvements/splash pad (consent agenda)
• Approved sewer credit of $294.88 at 224 South Park Street (consent agenda)
• Approved preliminary resolution for special assessments on Charlotte Street properties (consent agenda)
• Approved Class A liquor license for RARA BP LLC (voice vote)

Economic Development Committee

The Economic Development Committee meeting scheduled for February 7, 2022, is cancelled. The cancellation is due to a lack of agenda items.

Hotel/Motel Tax Commission

The commission is meeting to review the 2021 unaudited financial recap and the status of the 2022 Visitors Guide. The body will also discuss proposed 2022 budgets and marketing for the Antigo/Langlade County Chamber of Commerce and the Langlade County Economic Development Corporation.

• Review of December 31, 2021 Unaudited Financial Recap
• Update on $65,000 contribution for Antigo/Langlade County Chamber of Commerce building/property improvements
• Proposed 2022 Budget for Antigo/Langlade County Chamber of Commerce
• Proposed 2022 Budget for Langlade County Economic Development Corporation
• Update on 2022 Visitors Guide

The commission reviewed the December 31, 2021 unaudited financial recap, showing a total balance of $194,591.98. Updates were provided on the 2022 Visitors Guide, Chamber of Commerce building improvements from the $65,000 contribution, and the Chamber's 2021 marketing and proposed 2022 budget. The Langlade County Economic Development Corporation also presented its 2021 marketing and proposed 2022 budget. No formal votes or decisions were recorded in the minutes.

• Reviewed December 31, 2021 unaudited financial recap
• Received update on 2022 Visitors Guide status
• Received update on Chamber of Commerce building/property improvements from $65,000 contribution
• Reviewed Chamber of Commerce 2021 marketing and proposed 2022 budget
• Reviewed Langlade County EDC 2021 marketing and proposed 2022 budget

City Plan Commission

The Commission is asked to approve a land trade involving four properties on Charlotte Street. Deborah Moermond has requested the cancellation of deferred assessments on all four parcels in exchange for giving the City three undeveloped parcels.

• Land trade for 1813, 1827, 1936, and 2025 Charlotte Street
• Transfer of three undeveloped parcels to the City
• Cancellation of deferred assessments on four Charlotte Street properties

The City Plan Commission approved a land trade in which the city would take ownership of three undeveloped parcels on Charlotte Street in exchange for canceling deferred assessments on four properties owned by Deborah Moermond. The action was recommended by the Public Works Committee and will proceed to the City Council for preliminary approval in February and final action in March. The minutes also note approval of the January 4, 2022 meeting minutes.

• Approved land trade: City takes ownership of three parcels (201-2863.073, 201-2863.076, 201-2863.077) in exchange for canceling deferred assessments on four Charlotte Street properties
• Approved minutes from January 4, 2022 meeting

Hotel/Motel Tax Commission

The meeting scheduled for January 19, 2022, was cancelled due to a lack of a quorum. The commission will reschedule the meeting at a later date.

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee is discussing the cancellation of deferred street construction assessments for four properties on Charlotte Street. In exchange, the city would receive three vacant parcels, one of which is identified for future water needs.

• Proposed cancellation of $188,321.88 in deferred assessments for 1813, 1827, 1936, and 2025 Charlotte Street
• Proposed land transfer of three vacant parcels to the City
• Proposed sewer credit of $294.88 for 224 South Park Street

The Public Works Committee approved a $294.88 sewer credit for 224 South Park Street after a hose was left running, and declared intent to cancel deferred assessments on four Charlotte Street properties in exchange for three vacant parcels to be given to the city. Both items will be forwarded to the City Council for final approval, with the assessment cancellation requiring a public hearing in March.

• Approved $294.88 sewer credit for 224 South Park Street
• Declared intent to cancel deferred assessments for 1813, 1827, 1936, and 2025 Charlotte Street in exchange for land

Finance, Personnel, and Legislative Committee

The Finance, Personnel, and Legislative Committee is reviewing several equipment purchases for police and fire departments. The body is also discussing changes to the city's vacancy filling policy and 2021 budget adjustments.

• Purchase of three 2022 Police Department vehicles from Langlade Ford for $108,758 plus fees and equipment
• Purchase of voice recognition software for police officers from Baycom for approximately $11,800
• Acceptance of a $15,495 bid from Pomasl Fire Equipment for a Stryker Ambulance Cot, including a trade-in
• Request to refill a vacant Police Department Officer position following a retirement
• Proposed policy to allow the Director of Administrative Services and Mayor to approve filling vacant positions

The Finance, Personnel, and Legislative Committee approved several expenditures and personnel actions, including the purchase of three police vehicles, voice recognition software, an ambulance cot, and a vacation carry-over for the fire chief. The committee also approved a policy change to streamline the process for filling vacant positions, which will be forwarded to the City Council.

• Approved vacation carry-over of up to 40 hours for Fire Chief Petroskey
• Approved 2021 budget transfers and adjustments for February Council approval
• Accepted Stryker ambulance cot bid of $15,495 from Pomasl Fire Equipment
• Approved purchase of voice recognition software for police officers at ~$11,800
• Approved purchase of three 2022 police vehicles from Langlade Ford for $108,758 plus fees and equipment
• Approved refilling vacant police officer position
• Approved policy authorizing Director of Administrative Services and Mayor to approve filling vacant positions

Broadband Utility Commission

The Broadband Utility Commission will meet to elect its officers and receive a report from Cirrinity. The body may also review and pay invoices.

• Election of Officers
• Update and report from Cirrinity
• Payment of invoices

The Broadband Utility Commission met on January 17, 2022, but the minutes contain only the agenda and no record of decisions or actions taken. No substantive items were reported as decided, approved, or discussed.

Common Council

The Common Council will discuss a $25,000 grant from the Hotel/Motel Room Tax Fund for Ace Equipment. The body is also deciding on several property sales, infrastructure purchases, and updates to liquor sale ordinances.

• Proposed $25,000 grant to Ace Equipment for relocation and facility improvements
• Acceptance of $65,000 bid from Sarah Doucette for city-owned house at 313 East Fifth Avenue
• Purchase of $34,251 vehicle exhaust system from Hasting Air Energy Control
• Purchase of $4,225 ultraviolet ballasts for Wastewater Treatment Plant from Xylem Company
• Preliminary resolution for 2022 Sidewalk and Driveway Approach Program special assessments

The Common Council approved a $25,000 grant from the Hotel/Motel Room Tax Fund to Ace Equipment Company for relocation and facility improvements at the former Merit Gear facility. The council also adopted two ordinances aligning liquor sale quantities and times with state statutes, and approved the sale of 1.1 acres at 119 Superior Street to Remington Oil Company for $36,100. Several consent agenda items were approved, including the purchase of UV ballasts and a sewer camera, and a change order for the Clermont Street sanitary sewer project.

• Approved $25,000 grant to Ace Equipment for relocation (voice vote)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 13338 increasing off-premises liquor sales quantity (8-1)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 13348 changing Class A liquor sale times (8-1)
• Approved sale of 1.1 acres at 119 Superior Street to Remington Oil for $36,100 (unanimous)
• Approved $4,225 purchase of UV ballasts from Xylem, waiving bidding (consent)
• Approved $34,251 bid for fire station vehicle exhaust system (consent)
• Approved $65,000 sale of city-owned house at 313 East Fifth Avenue (consent)
• Approved $13,349 change order for Clermont Street sanitary sewer project (consent)

Park, Cemetery, and Recreation Commission

The Parks, Cemetery, and Recreation Commission is reviewing requests for infrastructure additions at the city campground and Kretz Park. The body is also considering the acceptance of a private donation for wading pool enhancements.

• Installation of 3 electrical pedestals in city campground overflow sites for up to $6,123.00
• Fundraising by Antigo Dugout Club for lights and a restroom addition at Kretz Park
• Acceptance of a donation for City Park East Wading Pool improvements

The Parks, Cemetery and Recreation Commission approved three items: installing three electrical pedestals in the city campground using budgeted CIP funds, allowing the Antigo Dugout Club to fundraise for lights and a restroom addition at Kretz Park, and accepting a donation from a local family for improvements to the City Park East Wading Pool. The minutes do not include vote tallies.

• Approved installation of 3 electrical pedestals in campground overflow area using budgeted CIP funds (no tally recorded)
• Approved Antigo Dugout Club fundraising for Kretz Park lights and restroom addition (no tally recorded)
• Accepted donation for City Park East Wading Pool improvements and enhancements (no tally recorded)

City Plan Commission

The City Plan Commission is considering the approval of three Certified Survey Maps. These include a right-of-way for a roadway extension and the division of two private or city-owned properties.

• Approval of Deleglise Roadway Certified Survey Map for a U.S. EDA grant-funded extension to Century Avenue
• Division of 311 East Fifth Avenue to separate a residential dwelling from a Parks Department workshop
• Division of 1225 South Sunset Drive for storage sheds

The City Plan Commission approved the minutes from the November 2, 2021 meeting and three certified survey maps: one for the Deleglise Roadway right-of-way, one dividing the 311 East Fifth Avenue property, and one dividing the 1225 South Sunset Drive property. All approvals were routine and no other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved minutes from November 2, 2021 meeting
• Approved Deleglise Roadway Certified Survey Map for future roadway purposes
• Approved Certified Survey Map for division of 311 East Fifth Avenue property
• Approved Certified Survey Map for division of 1225 South Sunset Drive property

Economic Development Committee

The Economic Development Committee meeting scheduled for January 3, 2022, was cancelled. The cancellation was attributed to a lack of agenda items.