Ashland County public meetings in 2024

Planning & Zoning

The Sustainability Committee will meet to review the Great Lakes Friendly Restaurant Certification and its own mission statement. The body will also discuss potential grant opportunities and receive updates on the City Solar Assessment and Parks Master Plan.

• Great Lakes Friendly Restaurant Certification update
• Mission Statement discussion
• Grant opportunities presented by Beth Gehred
• City Solar Assessment update
• Parks Master Plan update

General

The Disabled Parking Enforcement Assistance Council will meet to discuss specific parking matters. The body will consider an application for 615 Prentice Ave and review an update regarding 307 Beaser Avenue.

• Application for Tamara Tupesis at 615 Prentice Ave
• Update regarding 307 Beaser Avenue
• Approval of March 6, 2024 meeting minutes

Planning & Zoning

The Ashland County Planning Commission will meet on Dec. 17, 2024 to review several agenda items. Commissioners will vote on a zone change from Planned Residential/Institutional (PRI) to PRI with a Planned Unit Development overlay for parcel #201-04943-0200. They will also consider a Conditional Use Permit for a fence taller than six feet at 1615 Maple Lane, parcel #201-04893-0000. Additional discussion will cover property‑maintenance enforcement, November 2024 building permits, and other planning matters.

• Zone change request: PRI to PRI‑PUD for parcel #201-04943-0200 (applicant Michael Hebert)
• Conditional Use Permit for a fence >6 ft at 1615 Maple Lane, parcel #201-04893-0000 (applicant Arnie Mackey Construction Inc. for Tamarack Health)
• Update on property maintenance enforcement
• Update on building permits for November 2024
• Update on miscellaneous planning and development items

Marina

The Harbor Commission will conduct its regular meeting, including approval of the August 13, 2024 minutes and a review of the financial statement. Members will consider old business items such as approving Change Order #0077361 for the fuel system and additional concrete adjacent to the building, and receive a boat launch update. New business will include the manager's report before adjourning.

• Approve Change Order #0077361 for fuel system and additional concrete
• Boat launch update
• Review financial statement
• Manager's report
• Approve August 13, 2024 Harbor Commission minutes

City Council

The council will consider several old‑business approvals, including a contract with Huffcutt Concrete for a replacement bathhouse at the Kreher Park campground expansion, a design‑engineering cost proposal for the 2025 Chapple Avenue reconstruction, and various ordinance, grant, and finance actions. New‑business items include a presentation of the 2023 financial audit, review of the 2025 council meeting calendar, two alcohol‑beverage license applications, and contracts for library renovation services and facility cleaning.

• Approve contract with Huffcutt Concrete, LLC for replacement bathhouse at Kreher Park campground expansion (Public Works/Parks & Recreation)
• Approve cost proposal from Northern Wisconsin Based Engineers, Inc. for design of 2025 Chapple Avenue Reconstruction Project (Public Works)
• Approve ordinance amending Chapter 711 (1252) for POTW and collection system (Public Works)
• Approve Wisconsin DNR Urban Forestry Grant Agreement for Emerald Ash Borer readiness plan (Parks & Recreation)
• Consider alcohol beverage license applications: UMA SHIV Inc. dba Super H Foods at 511 Main Street East and RAM SITA Inc. dba Shell Ashland Gas Station at 810 Lake Shore Drive West

The Ashland City Council unanimously approved a $457,485 bid from Huffcutt Concrete, LLC for a replacement bathhouse at Kreher Park Campground. They also approved several other items, including an ordinance amendment, design engineering for Chapple Avenue, and a $25,000 DNR grant for emerald ash borer readiness. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved ordinance amending Chapter 711 for POTW and collection system (unanimous)
• Accepted $457,485 bid from Huffcutt Concrete for Kreher Park bathhouse (unanimous)
• Approved $119,860 design proposal from NWBE for Chapple Avenue reconstruction (unanimous)
• Approved Public Works staff to perform public construction without competitive bids (unanimous)
• Approved Fire Department to allocate additional funds for ambulance purchase (unanimous)
• Accepted $25,000 DNR Urban Forestry Grant for EAB readiness (unanimous)
• Approved resolution to include BNY Mellon as public depository (unanimous)
• Approved alcohol licenses for Super H Foods and Shell Ashland Gas Station (unanimous)

Committee of the Whole

The Ashland Committee of the Whole will meet after the City Council adjourns to consider several discussion items. Members will discuss and possibly act on the Parks Master Plan, a request for public‑works construction without competitive bids, a SCADA upgrade proposal, revisions to property‑maintenance and fee‑schedule ordinances, a short‑term rental ordinance, and a fire‑department grant application. No decisions are recorded in the agenda; the items are listed for discussion and possible action.

• Discussion and Possible Action Regarding City of Ashland Parks Master Plan (Parks & Recreation)
• Discussion and Possible Action Regarding Allowing the Public Works Department to Perform Public Construction without Advertising for Competitive Bids (Public Works)
• Discussion and Possible Action Regarding a Professional Services Proposal from Energenecs, Inc for Supervisory Data and Acquisition Control (SCADA) Upgrades at the Drinking Water Treatment and Wastewater Treatment Plants (Public Works)
• Discussion and Possible Action Regarding Proposed Short-Term Rental Ordinance (Planning and Development)
• Discussion and Possible Action to Allow the Ashland Fire Department to Apply for an Assistance to Firefighters Grant (Fire/EMS Department)

The Committee of the Whole forwarded several items to the full Council for formal approval, including the Parks Master Plan, allowing Public Works to demolish the Bay View Pier without competitive bidding, SCADA upgrades at water treatment plants, property maintenance code revisions, a short-term rental ordinance (6-1), and fee schedule amendments. It also approved submitting an Assistance to Firefighters Grant application. No final decisions were made; all items require Council action.

• Advanced Parks Master Plan to Council (unanimous)
• Forwarded pier demolition without bidding to Council (unanimous)
• Forwarded SCADA upgrades to Council (unanimous)
• Forwarded property maintenance revisions to Council (unanimous)
• Forwarded short-term rental ordinance to Council (6-1, Gregoire opposed)
• Forwarded fee schedule amendments to Council (unanimous)
• Approved applying for Assistance to Firefighters Grant (unanimous)

Airport

The Ashland City/County JFK Memorial Airport Commission will meet to discuss an airport lot survey and personal property tax, consider a lot fee increase for the upcoming year, and review a one-year lease hangar inspection. The commission will also approve the September 26, 2024 meeting minutes, hear a citizen participation period, receive the Airport Manager’s Report, approve bills, set the next meeting date, and adjourn.

• Discussion of Airport Lot Survey and Personal Property Tax
• Discussion of Lot Fee Increase for Upcoming Year
• Discussion of One-Year Lease Hangar Inspection
• Approval of September 26, 2024 Airport Commission Meeting Minutes
• Approval of Bills

General

The joint Parks & Recreation and Sustainability Committees will meet to discuss and possibly act on the City of Ashland’s Parks Master Plan. The agenda includes a public comment period, roll call, and standard procedural items. No other specific actions or contracts are listed.

• Discussion and possible action on the City of Ashland’s Parks Master Plan
• Public comment period

Planning & Zoning

The Planning Commission will meet to review a site plan for a parking lot expansion. The body will also receive updates on building permits and property maintenance enforcement.

• Site Plan review for parking lot expansion at Seventh Day Adventist Church, 622 10th Avenue W

City Council

The Ashland City Council will discuss and vote on several items, including a public hearing on the proposed 2025 city budget. The council will also consider a resolution to issue a $262,000 taxable general obligation promissory note and adopt the 2025 non‑represented employees salary schedule. Additional agenda items involve fee schedule amendments, a $249,000 state grant for the former Baron Radiator site, and engineering services for the Kreher Boat Launch project.

• Approve ordinance amending Chapter 165 Comprehensive Fee Schedule
• Accept $249,000 Wisconsin DNR Stewardship Grant for redevelopment of the former Baron Radiator site
• Authorize City Administrator to approve engineering services for the Kreher Boat Launch project
• Public hearing on the proposed 2025 City of Ashland budget
• Consider resolution authorizing issuance and sale of a $262,000 one‑year taxable general obligation promissory note

City Council

The City Council will consider funding and grants for library renovations and energy assessments. The body will also review a condominium plat and an alcohol beverage license application.

• Resolution for $4,340,000 General Obligation Promissory Notes for library projects
• Acceptance of $3,386,967 Wisconsin Department of Administration grant for Vaughn Public Library third floor renovation
• $75,000 contract with Jolma Electric LLC for solar and micro-grid assessment
• Final condominium plat for 208 3rd Avenue West
• Alcohol beverage license application for The Union on Main at 100 Main Street West

Committee of the Whole

The Ashland Committee of the Whole will meet to discuss and possibly act on the proposed 2025 fee schedule, budget, and various grant applications. The meeting will follow the City Council meeting in the City Hall Council Chambers.

• Discussion on Proposed 2025 Fee Schedule Changes
• Discussion on Amending Chapter 711 Ordinance for POTW
• Discussion on Wisconsin Coastal Management Program Grant
• Discussion on Fire Department Financial Assistance Application
• Discussion on HazMat Regional Emergency Response Grant

Planning & Zoning

The Ashland Historic Preservation Commission will meet on October 28, 2024 to discuss several preservation‑related topics. Items include a discussion on preservation planning, updates on properties recommended for local historic nominations, the Vaughn Public Library and 909 Chapple Property, and the Historic Chapple Avenue pavement and tree replacement project. The agenda also contains routine items such as call to order, consent agenda, and citizen participation.

• Discussion on Preservation Planning
• Update on Properties Recommended for Local Historic Nominations
• Update on Vaughn Public Library and 909 Chapple Property
• Historic Chapple Avenue Pavement/Tree Replacement Project discussion
• Discussion on Miscellaneous HPC Items

Planning & Zoning

The Sustainability Committee will first approve its agenda, minutes from the August 22, 2024 meeting, and set the citizen participation period. It will then present and discuss the Great Lakes Friendly Restaurant Certification, potential grant opportunities, an update on the city’s solar assessment, and the committee’s background and function. No formal actions beyond discussion are listed.

• Great Lakes Friendly Restaurant Certification – presentation, discussion, possible action
• Potential Grant Opportunities – presentation by Beth Gehred
• City Solar Assessment – update
• Background and Function of the Sustainability Committee – presentation by Beth Gehred

General

The Ashland Committee of the Whole will discuss the proposed 2025 General Fund and Capital Projects budgets. The committee will also consider resolutions for public hearings on the 2025 budgets and an exemption from the Ashland County Library Levy.

• Discussion of Proposed 2025 General Fund Budget
• Discussion of Proposed 2025 Capital Projects Budget
• Discussion to Approve 2025 Budgets for Public Hearing
• Discussion of Resolution to Exempt City from Library Levy

Planning & Zoning

The Ashland Planning Commission will discuss and act on the architectural review of the Vaughn Public Library renovations. It will also review and consider approval of a condominium plat for the 208 3rd Ave W property submitted by Patrick McKuen. Additional discussion items include parking spaces for cars, boats, and campers in rear yards of residential properties, and the current ordinance banning corrugated metal siding on pole barns. Standard procedural items such as agenda approval and consent agenda will also be addressed.

• Architectural Review of the Vaughn Public Library Renovations – Discussion/Action
• Review and Approval of a Condominium Plat for 208 3rd Ave W (Applicant: Patrick McKuen)
• Discussion on parking spaces for automobiles, boats, campers in rear yards on residential properties
• Discussion on ordinance prohibiting corrugated metal siding on pole barn construction

General

The Parks and Recreation Committee will hold a public comment period and review updates on parks, recreation, urban forestry, community garden, and the Ashland Farmers Market. A student researcher will present on E. coli, rain, and birds. The board will discuss possible actions on a state grant to create interpretive signage along city parks and trails, proposed changes to the comprehensive fee schedule (Chapter 163), and updates to Ordinance 463 governing park facilities. Minutes from the August 12, 2024 meeting will be approved.

• Presentation by Tennessee Swearington on E. coli, rain and birds
• Discussion and possible action on applying for a Wisconsin Coastal Management Program Grant for interpretive signage
• Discussion and possible action on proposed changes to Parks and Rec Comprehensive Fee Schedule Chapter 163
• Discussion and possible action on updates to Ordinance 463: Policies and Procedures for Parks, Facilities and Recreation Areas

City Council

The Ashland City Council will consider a resolution to sell approximately $4,340,000 in General Obligation Promissory Notes to fund library projects. The consent agenda includes a lease for a temporary Vaughn Library location at 618 Beaser Avenue. Old business items include accepting several Wisconsin DNR grants for parks, fire protection, and urban forestry. A closed‑session item may address an animal control contract.

• Approve commercial lease at 618 Beaser Avenue for temporary Vaughn Library location
• Accept Wisconsin DNR Recreational Boating Facilities Grant for Kreher Park launch development
• Accept Wisconsin DNR Forest Fire Protection Grant for the Fire Department
• Approve Wisconsin DNR Urban Forestry Grant for Emerald Ash Borer readiness plan
• Consider resolution to sell approximately $4,340,000 General Obligation Promissory Notes to fund library projects

Committee of the Whole

The Ashland Committee of the Whole will consider three items for discussion and possible action: a policy on special and standard assessments, the snow clearing of sidewalks, and a review of the ordinance governing rooming and boarding houses. Each item is presented by a named council member. No decisions are recorded in this agenda.

• Policy for Special / Standard Assessments (presented by Tochterman)
• Snow Clearing of Sidewalks (presented by Ortman)
• Review of Ordinance Regarding Rooming / Boarding Houses (presented by Seefeldt)

Finance

The Committee of the Whole will meet to review presentations and discuss the development of the 2025 budgets.

• Presentation and discussion regarding 2025 Budgets and Budget Development

Airport

The Ashland City/County JFK Memorial Airport Commission will meet to discuss the Airport Lot Master Lease with County Administrator Dan Grady, review the 2025 Airport Budget, and examine the Updated Airport Capital Improvement Plan. Procedural items such as roll call, approval of minutes, and setting the next meeting date will also be addressed.

• Discussion of Airport Lot Master Lease with County Administrator Dan Grady
• Review of the 2025 Airport Budget
• Review of the Updated Airport Capital Improvement Plan

General

The Ashland Oredock Charitable Trust Board will discuss and act on reimbursing the City of Ashland for the Diamond Access Project. The meeting also includes updates on the broader Oredock redevelopment, covering the Diamond Access, Stuntz Avenue Connector, and Waterfront Trail projects. Additional agenda items are public comments, financial updates, and routine approvals.

• Reimbursement to the City of Ashland for the Ashland Oredock Diamond Access Project
• Update on the Ashland Oredock Diamond Access redevelopment component
• Update on the Stuntz Ave Connector component of the Oredock project
• Update on the Waterfront Trail component of the Oredock project
• Public comment period

City Council

The Ashland City Council will consider and act on a range of items, including several old‑business approvals and new‑business proposals. Key actions include authorizing the issuance of up to $9,166,606 in water system revenue bonds and a matching state loan, and reviewing lease and professional‑services agreements. The council will also address election logistics and create new task forces.

• Approve resolution to allow participation in the Wisconsin Local Government Investment Pool (Finance)
• Approve lease agreement for City‑owned Parcel No. 201-05120-0210 for communications facilities (Towers of Wisconsin BTS, LLC)
• Approve professional services agreement with Short Elliott Hendrickson, Inc. for 2025/2026 sanitary sewer lift station improvements
• Approve issuance and sale of up to $9,166,606 water system revenue bonds, Series 2024B, and related $9,166,606 state loan
• Consider resolution to combine wards and establish the polling place for the November 5, 2024 general election

The Ashland City Council approved a resolution authorizing up to $9,166,606 in water system revenue bonds and a related Safe Drinking Water Loan agreement. It also approved professional services agreements for sewer and street projects, accepted state agreements for road resurfacing, and authorized a USDA application for equipment purchases. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved $9,166,606 water revenue bonds and loan agreement (unanimous)
• Approved $94,000 sewer lift station engineering contract (unanimous)
• Approved $178,200 CDBG street project engineering contract (unanimous)
• Accepted WI DOT agreements for 11th Ave E and 11th St W resurfacing (unanimous)
• Approved USDA application for 2025 equipment purchases (unanimous)
• Approved lease with Towers of Wisconsin for communications facility (unanimous)
• Approved resolution to combine wards and set polling place for Nov 5 election (unanimous)
• Approved creation of Finance and Communications Task Forces (unanimous)

Committee of the Whole

The Ashland Committee of the Whole will discuss and possibly act on several items, including a presentation by the Community Event Director, a commercial lease for a temporary Vaughn Library location at 618 Beaser Avenue during renovations, and an application for urban forestry grant funding and a state plan for Emerald Ash Borer tree removal and replanting. The meeting will also include an update on the proposed splashpad project and a discussion on animal control matters. A closed‑session segment will address employee compensation issues for the police department.

• Discussion and possible action on a commercial lease at 618 Beaser Avenue for a temporary Vaughn Library location
• Discussion and possible action on submitting an application to Urban Forestry Grant Programs and the Wisconsin DNR for the Emerald Ash Borer readiness plan
• Update regarding the proposed splashpad project
• Discussion and possible action regarding animal control for the City of Ashland
• Presentation by Community Event Director Jennifer Fanucci

The Committee of the Whole forwarded a commercial lease agreement for the Vaughn Library's temporary location at 618 Beaser Avenue to the full Council for formal approval. It also approved submitting an application for Urban Forestry grants and the Emerald Ash Borer Readiness Plan, and authorized the police chief to research a long-term animal control solution. In closed session, the committee supported the chief's determination and denied a grievance. No action was taken on the splashpad project update.

• Forwarded library lease at 618 Beaser Avenue to Council (unanimous)
• Approved application for Urban Forestry grants and EAB Readiness Plan (unanimous)
• Authorized police chief to research animal control solution (unanimous)
• Denied grievance in closed session (unanimous)

Finance

The Ashland Committee of the Whole will meet to hear a presentation and discuss the development of the 2025 budget. The body will also confirm dates and times for future budget work session meetings. Standard items such as roll call, agenda approval, and adjournment are also on the agenda.

• Presentation and discussion regarding the 2025 budget development
• Confirmation of date and time for future budget work session meetings
• Roll call
• Approval of agenda
• Adjournment

City Council

The Ashland City Council will consider several resolutions, including a budget amendment for the 2023 General Fund and related funds. It will also decide on accepting a grant to purchase a new ambulance for the fire department, an agreement with the Wisconsin DNR for invasive‑species removal in city parks, and a vacating order for the State Highway 13 pavement replacement project. A memorandum of understanding with the Ashland School District will be reviewed as new business.

• Resolution to amend the 2023 General Fund, Special Revenue Funds, Debt Service Funds, Capital Project Funds, and Internal Service Funds budgets
• Accept the Assistance to Firefighters Grant for purchase of a new ambulance (Fire Department)
• Agreement with Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources for invasive species removal and native herbaceous restoration on city-owned land (Parks)
• Resolution to vacate Order Transportation Project Plat 1610‑00‑27‑4.21 for State Highway 13 pavement replacement (Public Works)
• Memorandum of Understanding between the City of Ashland and the School District of Ashland (Parks)

The Ashland City Council unanimously approved several items, including a resolution to amend the 2023 budgets for various funds, acceptance of a federal grant for a new ambulance, an agreement with the Wisconsin DNR for invasive species removal, a resolution to vacate a transportation project plat for a highway project, and a memorandum of understanding with the school district. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved resolution to amend 2023 budgets for General, Special Revenue, Debt Service, Capital Projects, and Internal Service Funds (unanimous)
• Accepted Assistance to Firefighters Grant for purchase of new ambulance (unanimous)
• Approved DNR agreement for invasive species removal and native herbaceous restoration (unanimous)
• Approved resolution to vacate transportation project plat for State Highway 13 pavement replacement (unanimous)
• Approved MOU between City of Ashland and School District of Ashland (unanimous)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will discuss several public works projects and financial agreements. The body is considering actions on infrastructure repairs and a land lease for communications facilities.

• Lease of Parcel No. 201-05120-0210 to Towers of Wisconsin BTS, LLC for communications facilities
• WI DOT State Municipal Agreements for 11th Avenue East and 11th Street West resurfacing
• Participation in the State of Wisconsin Local Government Investment Pool
• Capital Projects 460 Public Works Equipment and USDA Grant Application
• 2025/2026 upgrades to sanitary sewer lift stations

The Committee of the Whole met on September 10, 2024, and forwarded six items to the full Council for formal approval, including participation in the state investment pool, a lease agreement for communications facilities, and several public works projects. No action was taken on the private lead service lateral program or the road scoring process. The meeting was procedural, with all forwarded items passed unanimously by voice vote.

• Forwarded participation in Wisconsin Local Government Investment Pool to Council (unanimous)
• Forwarded lease agreement with Towers of Wisconsin BTS, LLC for communications facilities to Council (unanimous)
• Forwarded WI DOT state municipal agreements for 11th Avenue East and 11th Street West resurfacing to Council (unanimous)
• Forwarded capital projects 460 public works equipment and USDA grant application to Council (unanimous)
• Forwarded WI DOT urban area boundary item to Council (unanimous)
• Forwarded 2025/2026 sanitary sewer lift station upgrades to Council, including consultation with SEH, Inc. (unanimous)

General

The Historic Preservation Commission will meet to discuss and take action on two specific property applications. The body will review a Certificate of Appropriateness for library renovations and proposed work at a residential address.

• Certificate of Appropriateness Application for Vaughn Public Library Renovations
• Proposed work for 909 Chapple Avenue

Planning & Zoning

The Sustainability Committee will receive a research presentation on the electrification of heating and cooling. The body will also discuss and take action regarding the Great Lakes Friendly Restaurant Certification.

• Research presentation on Electrification of Heating and Cooling by Dr. Ana Dyreson
• Discussion and action on Great Lakes Friendly Restaurant Certification

Airport

The Ashland City/County JFK Memorial Airport Commission will discuss updates on the Runway 02/20 rehabilitation project, review a lot description survey, consider future airport improvement projects, hear the Airport Manager’s report, and approve bills. The meeting also includes routine items such as roll call, approval of July 18, 2024 minutes, a citizen participation period, setting the next meeting date, and adjournment.

• Lot Description Survey Exhibit
• Runway 02/20 Runway Rehabilitation Project Update
• Future Airport Improvement Projects
• Airport Manager’s Report
• Approval of Bills

City Council

The Ashland City Council will review two grant agreements—one for a renewable resources planning study and another to fund an update to the Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan. It will also consider an application for a Class A fermented malt beverage and intoxicating liquor license for Taste of Wisconsin LLC at 601 Lake Shore Drive East. The meeting includes routine approvals of the agenda, minutes, and a citizen participation period.

• Approve grant from the Public Service Commission’s Office of Energy Innovation and a professional services agreement with Jolma Electric LLC and muGrid Analytics LLC for a solar and microgrid feasibility study
• Approve grant agreement with the Wisconsin Department of Administration’s Coastal Management Program to fund an update to the Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan
• Consider an Alcohol Beverage License Application for a Class A Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor for Taste of Wisconsin LLC, 601 Lake Shore Drive East

Committee of the Whole

The Ashland Committee of the Whole will discuss a resolution to amend the 2023 General Fund, Special Revenue Funds, Debt Service Funds, Capital Project Funds, and Internal Service Funds budgets. The meeting will also include a presentation on Phase I of the Vaughn Library renovation and an update on vehicular noise issues. These items are for discussion and possible action during the meeting.

• Resolution to amend 2023 General Fund, Special Revenue Funds, Debt Service Funds, Capital Project Funds, and Internal Service Funds budgets
• Presentation and update on Vaughn Library Renovation Phase I
• Mayor's update regarding vehicular noise

Marina

The Ashland Harbor Commission meeting on August 13 will review its latest financial statement and discuss proposals for a new fuel system. The agenda also includes routine items such as call to order, agenda approval, and a citizen participation period. No other actions are scheduled.

• Review of the Harbor Commission’s financial statement
• Consideration of fuel system bid proposals
• Citizen participation period

General

The committee will discuss the 2025 Capital Improvement Budget (CIP) list and priorities. Members will also consider updates to the Parks Master Plan and Ordinance 463 regarding parks and recreation policies.

• Discussion on 2025 Capital Improvement Budget (CIP) list/priorities
• Possible action to update Ordinance 463: Policies and Procedures for Parks, Facilities and Recreation Areas
• Discussion on Parks Master Plan Update
• Possible action on planting fruit baring trees in public spaces

City Council

The Ashland City Council will vote on a services agreement with Fish Creek Restoration LLC for the Bay City Creek Riparian Corridor Restoration Project. It will also consider accepting a grant from the Wisconsin Coastal Management Program for waterfront trail repairs as part of the Ashland Rails to Trails System. Additionally, the council will review an ordinance to amend the Unified Development Ordinance and update the zoning district map.

• Approve services agreement with Fish Creek Restoration LLC for Bay City Creek Riparian Corridor Restoration (Parks)
• Consider grant agreement with Wisconsin Coastal Management Program for Ashland Rails to Trails System: Waterfront Trail Repair (Parks)
• Consider ordinance to amend Chapter 781 Unified Development Ordinance and update zoning district map (Planning)

Committee of the Whole

The Ashland Committee of the Whole will discuss possible actions on the city's ATV/UTV routes and enforcement of related ordinances. It will also consider the 2024 Downtown Parking Study presented by Public Works. No decisions are listed; items are for discussion.

• Discussion and possible action on the city's ATV/UTV routes and enforcement of local ordinances (Councilor Goyke)
• Discussion and possible action on the 2024 Downtown Parking Study (Public Works)

Planning & Zoning

The Sustainability Committee will meet to hear a presentation on the electrification of heating and cooling from Dr. Ana Dyreson of Michigan Tech University. The committee will also discuss and potentially take action regarding the Great Lakes Friendly Restaurant Certification.

• Presentation on electrification of heating and cooling by Dr. Ana Dyreson
• Discussion and potential action on Great Lakes Friendly Restaurant Certification

Planning & Zoning

The Ashland County Planning & Zoning Commission will consider a public hearing and vote on text amendments to the Unified Development Ordinance. The commission will also discuss updates on parking spaces for automobiles, boats, and campers in rear yards of residential properties. Routine items such as agenda approval, consent agenda minutes, and public comments will also be addressed.

• Public hearing and vote on Unified Development Ordinance text amendments (Planning and Development Department applicant)
• Discussion of parking spaces for automobiles, boats, and campers in rear yards on residential properties
• Approval of minutes from May 21st and July 2nd, 2024 Planning Commission meetings (consent agenda)
• Call to order, roll call, agenda approval, and identification of potential conflicts of interest

General

The Historic Preservation Commission will meet to discuss preservation planning and updates on properties recommended for local historic nominations. The body will also review a potential National/State Register nomination for Our Lady of the Lake Church and School.

• Preservation planning discussion
• Local historic nomination recommendations update
• National/State Register nomination for Our Lady of the Lake Church and School

Airport

The Ashland City/County JFK Memorial Airport Commission will meet to review airport operations and financial reports. The body will discuss a hangar purchase and fuel costs.

• Bretting Hangar Purchase
• Jet-A Invoice and Fuel Cost Summary
• Lot Descriptions Survey

Marina

The Harbor Commission will review financial statements and discuss updates regarding fuel systems, WiFi, and security cameras. The meeting also includes consideration of a donation from the 'Friends of the Apostle Islands' group, Wave Watch.

• Review of April 10, 2024, minutes
• Fuel system update
• WiFi and security camera updates
• Wave Watch - "Friends of the Apostle Islands" donation

City Council

The Ashland City Council will consider engineering services for the Lake Superior Intake Project and an intergovernmental agreement for law enforcement software. The agenda also includes reversing an emergency declaration for sidewalk repairs at 514-516 Main Street West and updates to alcohol beverage regulations.

• Agreement with Greeley & Hansen for Lake Superior Intake Project engineering services
• Intergovernmental agreement for law enforcement software between Ashland, Ashland County, and Bayfield County
• Reversal of emergency declaration for sidewalk repairs at 514-516 Main Street West
• Ordinance amendment regarding Class C Wine Licenses in Chapter 922

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will discuss housing regulations, private well rules, and future street projects. Members will also consider changes to contract signature processes and funding for July 4th fireworks.

• Above-garage or accessory dwelling living quarters
• Regulations of private wells on personal property
• Amending Chapter 194 regarding procurement signatures
• Wisconsin DOT Urban Area Boundary
• Future streets projects and July 4th fireworks funding

Planning & Zoning

The Planning Commission will hold a discussion regarding spaces for automobiles, boats, and campers in the rear yards of residential properties. No other substantive items are listed on the agenda.

• Discussion regarding spaces for automobiles, boats, and campers in residential rear yards

Airport

The Airport Commission will discuss the Bretting Hangar and Fuel Farm. The meeting also includes inquiries regarding lot description surveys and a review of JET A and 100LL fuel prices.

• Discussion regarding Bretting Hangar and Fuel Farm
• Inquiries into Lot Description Surveys
• Review of JET A and 100LL fuel prices
• Approval of May 2nd and May 23rd, 2024 meeting minutes

City Council

The Ashland City Council will consider several infrastructure-related items, including bond issuances for the city's water and sewerage systems. The agenda also includes contract awards and project revisions for road and utility work.

• Contract award for Lake Superior Water Intake Project to Roen Salvage Company
• Issuance of up to $847,920 in Water System Revenue Bonds
• Issuance of up to $1,097,053 in Sewerage System Revenue Bonds and a related $2,246,582 agreement
• Change order for the 2024 Ore Dock Access Road Project
• Review of the 2023 Ashland Wastewater Utility compliance report

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will consider an intergovernmental agreement between the City of Ashland, Ashland County, and Bayfield County regarding law enforcement software. The agenda also includes discussions on traffic at the Artesian Well Site, loud vehicles, alcohol regulation updates, and property maintenance.

• Intergovernmental agreement for Police, Fire, and EMS software
• Use and traffic at the Artesian Well Site
• Excessively loud vehicles operating in the city
• Amendments to Chapter 922 regarding Class C wine licenses
• Property maintenance enforcement issues

General

The Joint Review Board will review the June 2023 minutes and annual reports for Tax Incremental Districts No. 6, No. 9, and No. 10. The meeting also includes a discussion regarding estimated projections and development activity within these districts.

• Approval of June 29, 2023 minutes
• Review of TIDs Annual Report (PE-300) for No. 6, No. 9, and No. 10
• Discussion of TIDs estimated projections and development activity

Planning & Zoning

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and vote on Unified Development Ordinance Text Amendments. The commission will also discuss parking for automobiles, boats, and campers in residential rear yards.

• Public hearing and vote on Unified Development Ordinance Text Amendments
• Discussion regarding parking spaces for automobiles, boats, and campers in residential rear yards

Committee of the Whole

The Ashland Committee of the Whole will meet to discuss several municipal topics. Items for consideration include a forest fire protection grant for the Fire Department and the Water Intake Project. The committee will also review alcohol beverage licensure changes and Harbor Commission amendments.

• Forest Fire Protection Grant application
• Water Intake Project
• Amendments to Chapter 922 regarding Class C Alcohol Beverage Licensure
• Proposed amendments to the Harbor Commission

City Council

The Ashland City Council will consider a proposal for construction administration services for the Prentice Avenue Phase 1 Reconstruction Project. The council will also review license applications and a resolution regarding polling places for the August primary election.

• Proposal for construction administration services with Long Island Engineering, LLC for Prentice Avenue Phase 1 Reconstruction
• Approval of Mobile Home Park License for the 2024-2025 licensing year
• Resolution to combine wards and establish polling places for the August 13, 2024, primary election
• Review of license applications for alcohol, arcade/game, pawn broker, recycling, and taxicab services
• Appointment of agent for alcohol and tobacco products at Kwik Trip #163 on Ellis Avenue

General

The Police and Fire Commission will review administrative reports for both departments. The meeting also includes a closed session to discuss personnel probationary reports and hiring updates.

• Police Department administrative report
• Fire Department administrative report
• Closed session regarding police personnel and hiring updates
• Closed session regarding fire personnel and hiring updates

Airport

The Ashland City/County JFK Memorial Airport Commission will meet to discuss the Bretting Hangar and fuel farm, the 2023 Wisconsin Act 12 personal property exemption, and liability insurance for the Jet A fuel farm. The meeting will also include approval of minutes and bills, and a report from the airport manager.

• Bretting Hangar and Fuel Farm Discussion
• 2023 Wisconsin Act 12-Personal Property Exemption Discussion
• Liability Insurance Regarding Jet A Fuel Farm
• Approval of May 2, 2024 Meeting Minutes
• Approval of Bills

City Council

The Ashland City Council will consider an ordinance adding vaping product regulations to the city's tobacco code, and a resolution declaring intent to reimburse expenditures for the STH 13/Ellis Avenue watermain replacement project through a state loan program. The consent agenda includes accepting the city bicycle plan, adding the former Baron Radiator property to the recreation plan, and accepting grant funding for fire protection and Bay City Creek restoration. A closed session is scheduled to discuss litigation strategy regarding the Bay View Pier.

• Ordinance amending Chapter 925 to regulate vaping products
• Resolution for Safe Drinking Water Loan Program reimbursement for STH 13/Ellis Avenue watermain replacement
• Acceptance of City of Ashland Bicycle Plan
• Adding former Baron Radiator property to Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan
• Accepting WI DNR Forest Fire Protection Grant and Great Lakes Restoration Initiative funding for Bay City Creek

Planning & Zoning

The Ashland County Planning Commission will hold a meeting on April 23, 2024, to approve minutes and discuss two specific items. The primary action item is a discussion regarding potential development on parcel 201-04943-0000, which is zoned Planned Residential Institutional (PRI), with applicant Mike Hebert. The commission will also receive an update on Northland College. No final decisions or votes are scheduled for these discussion items.

• Discussion of potential development on Parcel 201-04943-0000 (zoned PRI) by applicant Mike Hebert
• Update on Northland College
• Approval of minutes from the March 19, 2024 meeting

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will discuss several city planning and regulatory items. The body may take action on the city bike plan, vaping regulations, and property maintenance standards.

• City of Ashland Bike Plan
• Planning for private lead water service lateral replacements
• Adding the former Baron Radiator Property to the Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan
• Amending the burning ordinance for recreational fires on Chequamengon Bay ice
• Amending Chapter 925 of City Ordinances to include vaping product regulations

Airport

The Commission will discuss several operational items including hangar leases, fuel farm inspections, and liability insurance. The meeting also includes a closed session to review employment applications.

• Hangar Lease Discussion
• Bretting Hangar and Fuel Farm Discussion
• Jet A Fuel Farm Inspections
• Airport Part-Time Wages
• Mini-Van Lease Discussion

Marina

The Harbor Commission will meet to review financial statements and the manager's report. The body will discuss updates regarding the fuel system, South Lot boat storage, and special events on marina grounds.

• Fuel system update
• South Lot boat storage
• Special events on marina grounds
• Financial statement review

City Council

The City Council will vote on a tentative agreement with the Ashland Professional Police Association and an ordinance to increase residential garbage collection rates. The body is also reviewing several loan program reimbursements and contracts for the Ore Dock Access Road Project.

• Tentative agreement with Ashland Professional Police Association for 2024-2025
• Ordinance to increase residential garbage collection rates
• Development Agreement for 514 West Main Street (Main Street Eatery)
• Conditional Use Permit for office use at 417 9th Avenue West
• Professional services agreements with Short Elliott Hendrickson, Inc and Cedar Corporation for the Ore Dock Access Road Project

Planning & Zoning

The Sustainability Committee will meet to elect a chairperson and discuss several environmental projects. The body will consider actions regarding seed mix and a potential ordinance for fruit and nut trees.

• Election of Chairperson
• Sourcewater Protection Plan Initial Recommendations update
• Discussion and potential action on seed mix
• Discussion and potential action on fruit and nut tree ordinance
• Annual Report update and action

City Council

The City Council will consider a tentative agreement with the Ashland Professional Police Association. The meeting also includes discussions on various public works projects, including the Ore Dock Access Road and sanitary sewer replacements.

• Tentative agreement between the City of Ashland and the Ashland Professional Police Association
• Development Agreement for 514 West Main Street with Main Street Eatery
• Ordinance to amend Chapter 165 regarding residential garbage collection rates
• Conditional Use Permit for office use at 417 9th Avenue West
• Professional Service Agreement with HydroCorp for Cross Connection Services

Planning & Zoning

The Ashland Planning Commission will consider several action items, including a Certified Survey Map to create three parcels, a Conditional Use Permit for an office use, and an amendment to a previously approved site plan. A request for a Conditional Use Permit at 2900 Knight Road is expected to be withdrawn. The meeting also includes public comment and an update on St. Luke's and Aspiris.

• Certified Survey Map to create parcels #201-05130-0000, 201-05128-0100, and 201-05128-0200 (Future Development)
• Conditional Use Permit for office use at 417 9th Ave W (Mixed Residential/Commercial)
• Site plan amendment for Hudson Square Coffee at 2419 Lake Shore Dr. E (Waterfront Mixed Residential/Commercial with Gateway Overlay)
• Withdrawal requested for Conditional Use Permit at 2900 Knight Road
• Update on St. Luke's and Aspiris

City Council

The Ashland City Council will consider several public works items, including preliminary resolutions for special assessments for the 2024 Ore Dock Access Road and Prentice Avenue Phase 1 projects, and awarding a contract for the Ore Dock road. They will also review bids for sewer cleaning, an architectural services contract for the Baron Radiator project, a creek restoration proposal, and a new alcohol license. A closed session is scheduled to discuss public employee performance.

• Preliminary resolution for special assessments for 2024 Ore Dock Access Road Project
• Preliminary resolution for special assessments for 2024 Prentice Avenue Phase 1 Reconstruction
• Bid award to Ritola, Inc. for 2024 Ore Dock Access Road Project
• Bid proposal from Green Bay Pipe & TV for 2024 Sanitary Sewer Cleaning & Televising
• Original alcohol license for The Landing LLC, 101 Lake Shore Drive West

Committee of the Whole

The Ashland Committee of the Whole will meet on March 12, 2024, to discuss and possibly act on several items, including homelessness and public space ordinances, property maintenance procedures, recent legislative district map changes, a contract with Hydro Corp for cross connection services, the 2024 crushed aggregate contract, and applying for and accepting grants. These are discussion items, and no final decisions are guaranteed.

• Discussion on homelessness and ordinances regarding use of public spaces
• Discussion on property maintenance process and procedures
• Discussion on recent change in Wisconsin legislative district maps
• Contract with Hydro Corp for cross connection services
• 2024 crushed aggregate contract

General

The Disabled Parking Enforcement Assistance Council is meeting in person to handle routine business: approving prior minutes, discussing curb cut signage at 307 Beaser Avenue, and considering a new application from Debbie Hagan at 1009 Vaughn Avenue. The agenda is mostly procedural, with only two substantive items.

• Further discussion on curb cut signage at 307 Beaser Avenue
• Consider new application from Debbie Hagan, 1009 Vaughn Avenue
• Approval of August 23, 2023 meeting minutes

City Council

The Ashland City Council will consider an ordinance to accept a corrected plat for annexed right-of-way on County Highway K, authorize public works construction without competitive bids, and declare an emergency for an elevator shaft at 514 Main Street West. The council will also enter closed session to discuss litigation strategy regarding 6th Street West and Coleman Engineering.

• Ordinance to amend Chapter 479 accepting corrected plat for County Highway K annexation
• Resolution to declare elevator shaft at 514 Main St W an emergency under WI Stat. 62.15(1b)
• Authorization for Public Works to perform construction without competitive bidding
• Closed session on litigation strategy (6th St W / Coleman Engineering)

Committee of the Whole

The Ashland Committee of the Whole will discuss and possibly act on several items, including allowing the fire department to apply for an Assistance to Firefighters Grant, solid waste rates, and the process for bringing items to the committee. They will also receive presentations on a special assessment process for capital projects and an update on the police department solar array, plus review the city administrator's goals and homelessness ordinances.

• Discussion and possible action on Ashland Fire Department applying for an Assistance to Firefighters Grant
• Presentation on upcoming special assessment process for capital projects
• Update on Police Department solar array
• Discussion and possible action on solid waste rates
• Recurring discussion on homelessness and public space ordinances

Airport

The Ashland City/County JFK Memorial Airport Commission is meeting to discuss and potentially approve hangar lease updates, including a proposal from Mayor Matt Mac Kenzie, as well as updates on the Bretting Hangar and Fuel Farm, a personal property tax exemption under 2023 Wisconsin Act 12, and a propane tank relocation for the SRE building. The commission will also hear the airport manager's report and approve bills.

• Hangar lease approvals and updates
• Bretting Hangar and Fuel Farm update
• 2023 Wisconsin Act 12 personal property exemption
• Proposal to relocate SRE building propane tank
• Approval of bills

Planning & Zoning

The Sustainability Committee will meet to discuss updates on EPA and PSC grants, develop initial recommendations for a sourcewater protection plan, and consider a potential ordinance regarding fruit and nut trees in city right-of-way. The meeting is open to the public in person or virtually.

• EPA Community Change and PSC Rural Startup Grants update
• Develop Sourcewater Protection Plan initial recommendations
• Green Tier Legacy Communities update
• Seed mix discussion
• Potential ordinance on fruit and nut trees in city right-of-way

City Council

The Ashland City Council will vote on several resolutions and ordinances, including awarding a garbage and recycling contract to Republic Services, establishing a water utility property tax equivalent, and approving property transfers and a right-of-way vacation. The council will also consider a WEDC grant application for the 514 Main Street West adaptive reuse project and amendments to city ordinances on citations, parking, and council procedure. A closed session is scheduled to discuss litigation strategy regarding 6th Street West and Coleman Engineering.

• Award contract to Republic Services, Inc. for garbage and recycling services
• Resolution to establish water utility property tax equivalent
• Resolution to vacate right-of-way on 28th Avenue East (applicant Kevin Haas)
• Resolution to transfer city-owned parcels 201-03742-0000, 201-03743-0000, 201-03744-0000 (R-1 zoning)
• WEDC CDI grant application for 514 Main Street West adaptive reuse project

Committee of the Whole

The Ashland Committee of the Whole will meet on February 13, 2024, to discuss and possibly act on updating and enforcing ordinances for public spaces, a potential spring council retreat, and the city administrator's annual performance review. The meeting is open to the public and follows the City Council meeting.

• Discussion and possible action on updating and enforcing ordinances regarding use of public spaces
• Discussion and possible action on a potential spring council retreat date and topics
• Discussion and possible action on the City Administrator's annual performance review

Public Works

The Ashland Public Works Committee is meeting to discuss City Ordinance 612 on street and utility construction standards and special assessment policies, and to consider special assessment fees for the 2023 Sewer Main Replacement Project. The meeting also includes routine items like roll call, minutes approval, and citizen participation. No final decisions are guaranteed; the sewer fee item is only a discussion and possible recommendation.

• Discussion on City Ordinance 612 (street and utility construction standards and special assessment policies)
• Discussion and possible recommendation of special assessment fees for 2023 Sewer Main Replacement Project
• Items for future meetings: 2024 Utility Budget Overview and Residential Cross-Connection Control Enforcement
• Next meeting set for Thursday, March 14, 2024

City Council

The Ashland City Council will hold a public hearing and consider several items, including vacating a right-of-way and selling three city-owned parcels to Kevin Haas, approving ordinances on right-of-way regulation and permit denials, and receiving an update on the homeless shelter. The consent agenda includes closing tax increment districts and a capital project appropriation. A closed session is scheduled to discuss purchasing property at 514 Main Street West.

• Public hearing on vacating undeveloped right-of-way on 28th Avenue East in Lake Shore Addition
• Sale of three city-owned R-1 zoned parcels (201-03742-0000, 201-03743-0000, 201-03744-0000) to Kevin Haas
• Ordinance to amend Chapter 501 (1882) Public Right of Way Regulation
• Ordinance to create Chapter 136 (2024-1994) Denial of City Permits
• Contract with MSA Professional Services for Master Parks Plan

Committee of the Whole

The Ashland Committee of the Whole will discuss and possibly act on several items, including a garbage and recycling service contract, a drinking water system model contract, and a street reconstruction project for Community Development Block Grant funding. They will also consider ordinance amendments and grant applications. The meeting is a discussion and action session following the City Council meeting.

• Contract for garbage and recycling service provider
• Contract with Short Elliot Hendrickson for drinking water system model
• Street reconstruction project for Community Development Block Grant funding
• Amendment to Chapter 279 citations for ordinance violations
• WEDC grant application for 514 Main Street West adaptive reuse

Airport

The Ashland City/County JFK Memorial Airport Commission will meet to review hangar leases and title transfers. The body will discuss options for the Jet A fuel farm and a proposal for fuel services from EPIC.

• Approval of hangar leases for Koepsel, Schsenbauer, Hansman, Vickroy, Klapmeier, and Ideas that Work LLC
• Discussion with BOA and Becker-Hoppe regarding Jet A Fuel Farm options
• Next Gen Tree Removal Project
• Proposal to relocate SRE Building propane tanks
• Approval of Bob Ochsenbauer Hangar Title Transfer (Row 1, Lost 4 Hangar)

Planning & Zoning

The Sustainability Committee will meet to discuss climate change, water protection, and community legacy projects. The body will take action on statements of support for EPA Community Change and PSC Rural Startup Grants.

• Action on statements of support for EPA Community Change and PSC Rural Startup Grants
• Update on the 25x25 Plan
• Development of Sourcewater Protection Plan initial recommendations
• Update on Green Tier Legacy Communities
• Discussion regarding Seed Mix

Parks & Recreation

The committee will discuss updating the Youth Sports Policy and the renovation of the East End Community Park Warming House. Members will consider approving a contract with MSA Professionals for a Master Parks Plan and applying for a Sport First Restoration Grant.

• Contract with MSA Professionals for a City of Ashland Master Parks Plan
• Sport First Restoration Grant application for Kreher Park Boat Landing
• Updating Policy 603: Youth Sports Policy
• East End Community Park Warming House Renovation

Planning & Zoning

The Historic Preservation Commission will meet to consider a membership for the Wisconsin Association of Historic Preservation Commissions. The body will also discuss preservation planning and local historic nominations.

• Approval of membership for the Wisconsin Association of Historic Preservation Commissions (WAHPC)
• Discussion on a potential National/State Register Nomination for Our Lady of the Lake Church and School
• Update on properties recommended for local historic nominations
• Discussion on preservation planning

Planning & Zoning

The Planning Commission will consider a request to purchase three City-owned parcels of land. The commission will also review a request to vacate a city right-of-way on 28th Ave E and a certified survey map.

• Public hearing and vote on Kevin Haas's request to purchase parcels 201-03742-0000, 201-03743-0000, and 201-03744-0000
• Review of request to vacate City right-of-way on 28th Ave E between parcels 201-03744-0000 and 201-03742-0000
• Review of Certified Survey Map for parcel #201-04859-0200 by Peter Nelson

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will discuss several proposed city ordinance amendments and public works acquisitions. The body is also considering the closure of two tax increment districts and a grant application for the library.

• Proposed amendments to Chapter 501 Public Right of Way Regulation
• Proposed creation of Chapter 136 Denial of City Permits
• Purchase of sewer televising equipment
• Closure of Tax Increment Districts No. 6 and No. 9
• Appropriation of Capital Projects Fund 450 for Bretting Community Center Office Addition

City Council

The Ashland City Council will vote on a resolution to hold a referendum for $4,340,000 in general obligation bonds for library projects. The body will also discuss amending the employee handbook to redefine the work week and review a license revocation hearing. A closed session is scheduled to discuss litigation strategy regarding a claim filed in December 2023.

• Resolution for referendum on $4,340,000 general obligation bonds for library projects
• Amendment to City of Ashland Employee Handbook to redefine the work week
• Request for change of agent for Kwik Trip #163 at 515 Ellis Avenue
• Hearing on intent to revoke Class B beverage and liquor license from 5th Quarter