Cedarburg public meetings in 2024

Landmarks Commission

The regular meeting of the Landmarks Commission scheduled for December 26, 2024, was canceled due to a lack of agenda items.

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee's regularly scheduled meeting on December 17, 2024, has been canceled. The cancellation was announced by City Clerk Tracie Sette on December 10, 2024.

• Meeting cancellation announced by City Clerk
• Finance Committee meeting canceled for December 17, 2024

Plan Commission

The Cedarburg Plan Commission will review a request by Jeff and Christine McClean, doing business as The Washington House Group LLC, to transfer the existing Conditional Use Permit and related land covenant for a five‑unit bed and breakfast at W62 N589 Washington Avenue. The applicants plan no changes to the structures, site, or operation. The meeting will also include a presentation of the draft update to the Cedarburg Smart Growth Comprehensive Land Use Plan 2025, covering Chapter 2 – Housing and Chapter 8 – Land Use, followed by a public hearing for comments on the draft.

• Transfer of Conditional Use Permit and land covenant for 5‑unit bed & breakfast at W62 N589 Washington Avenue
• Presentation of draft update to Cedarburg Smart Growth Comprehensive Land Use Plan 2025, Chapter 2 – Housing
• Presentation of draft update to Cedarburg Smart Growth Comprehensive Land Use Plan 2025, Chapter 8 – Land Use
• Public hearing for comments on the draft Smart Growth Plan updates
• Application fee of $300 paid on 11/7/2024 for the permit transfer request

The Plan Commission approved transferring the existing conditional use permit and land covenant for the five-unit bed-and-breakfast at W62 N589 Washington Ave. from Washington House Inn Associates to Jeff and Christine McLean d/b/a The Washington House Group LLC, with conditions. The commission also held a public hearing on the draft Smart Growth Plan update, hearing resident comments but taking no action on it.

• Approved transfer of CUP and land covenant for Washington House Inn B&B to The Washington House Group LLC (unanimous)
• Opened and closed public hearing on Smart Growth Plan update; no action taken

Light & Water Commission

The commission will consider the resignation of General Manager Ben Collins and the appointment of an interim replacement. Members will also review the long-term cash flow model and rate adequacy for electric and water utilities.

• Resignation of General Manager Ben Collins
• Appointment of an Interim General Manager
• Review of Long-Term Cash Flow Model and Rate Adequacy for Electric and Water Utilities
• Resolution 2024-01 commending Blaine Hilgendorf for 23 years of service
• Resolution 2024-02 commending Joseph Dorr for 27 years of service

The Light & Water Commission accepted General Manager Ben Collins' resignation effective January 6, 2025, and appointed Karsten Huse as Interim General Manager effective December 16, 2024. The commission also approved resolutions commending two outgoing commissioners, authorized staff to develop rate cases for electric and water utilities, and approved November vouchers totaling $1,615,396.08.

• Accepted GM Ben Collins' resignation effective Jan 6, 2025
• Appointed Karsten Huse as Interim GM effective Dec 16, 2024
• Approved Resolution 2024-01 commending Blaine Hilgendorf for 23 years of service
• Approved Resolution 2024-02 commending Joseph Dorr for 27 years of service
• Appointed Karsten Huse as CLW Primary Director to WPPI Energy board
• Authorized staff to proceed with developing rate cases for electric and water utilities
• Approved November bills totaling $1,615,396.08
• Adjourned to closed session; no action taken on closed session items

Landmarks Commission

The Landmarks Commission will meet to review a request for a Temporary Use Permit. The commission is considering whether to allow an enclosed tent over an outdoor seating area at a specific business location.

• Temporary Use Permit request for Lime Cantina to place an enclosed tent at W62 N550 Washington Avenue from October 1, 2024 through April 30, 2025

The Landmarks Commission approved a temporary use permit for Lime Cantina to place an enclosed tent over its outdoor seating area at W62 N550 Washington Avenue from October 1, 2024 through April 30, 2025. The motion carried without a negative vote, with a preference for muted tent colors. No other substantive decisions were made; other items were informational only.

• Approved temporary use permit for Lime Cantina tent (unanimous)
• Expressed preference for muted tent colors in future approvals

Public Works & Sewerage Commission

The Public Works & Sewerage Commission's regular meeting scheduled for December 12, 2024, has been canceled. The next meeting is set for January 9, 2025.

• Meeting cancellation
• Next meeting scheduled for January 9, 2025

Library Board

The Cedarburg Library Board will approve the minutes from the November 14, 2024 meeting and approve November/December 2024 bills and financial statements. The board will receive a Director’s Report and a School Report. New business includes discussion and possible action on a Community Room policy revision.

• Approval of minutes – November 14, 2024 Library Board meeting
• Approval of bills and financial statements – November/December 2024
• Director’s Report
• School Report
• Discussion and possible action on Community Room policy revision

The Cedarburg Library Board approved the November 2024 bills and financial statements, noting revenues are ahead of expectations by $38,685.60 due to donations. The board discussed but took no action on proposed revisions to the Community Room policy for Class B (not-for-profit) use, with edits to be brought back in January 2025. Minutes from the November 14 meeting were also approved.

• Approved November 2024 bills and financials (unanimous)
• Approved November 14, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Discussed Community Room policy revisions; no action taken

Light & Water Commission

The Cedarburg Light & Water Personnel Committee meeting on December 9, 2024 will approve the minutes from the December 2, 2024 meeting and consider two new business items. The items are a discussion of the WPPI Management Assistance Program with Tom Paque and a discussion of the Interim General Manager Development Plan.

• Discussion of WPPI Management Assistance Program with Tom Paque (WPPI)
• Discussion of Interim General Manager Development Plan

The committee approved the minutes from the December 2, 2024 meeting. They discussed the WPPI Management Assistance Program and an interim general manager development plan, but no formal decisions were made on these topics.

• Approved minutes of December 2, 2024 meeting (unanimous)

Common Council

The Common Council approved ordinances adding permitted and conditional uses to the B-1 Neighborhood Business District and adding indoor family entertainment centers as a conditional use in the M-2 General Manufacturing District. It also approved the Stone Lake Certified Survey Map and Final Plat, amendments to purchase a parcel in the Highway 60 Business Park, a new beer/wine license for the Washington House Inn, a sewer user fee schedule, and the sale of a 4.0669-acre parcel to PB&S Holdings. Developer's agreements with Cornerstone Christian Learning Center and Philip Lithographing Company were approved after closed session.

• Approved Ordinance 2024-24 adding permitted and conditional uses to B-1 district (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 2024-23 adding family entertainment center as conditional use in M-2 (unanimous)
• Approved Stone Lake Certified Survey Map with conditions (unanimous)
• Approved Stone Lake Declaration and Final Plat with conditions (unanimous)
• Approved amendments to purchase 2.4932-acre parcel from Cornerstone Christian Learning Center (unanimous)
• Approved Class B beer and Class C wine license for Washington House Inn (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2024-12 for sale of 4.0669-acre parcel to PB&S Holdings, contingent on developer's agreement (unanimous)
• Approved Developer's Agreements with Cornerstone Christian Learning Center and Philip Lithographing Company (unanimous)

Diversity Committee

The Cedarburg Diversity Committee will consider possible actions on community outreach events for MLK Day and on Cedarburg Community Conversations. It will also discuss a partnership with the Employee Diversity Committee and set the date and agenda for the next meeting. Minutes from the November 7, 2024 meeting will be approved.

• Discussion and possible action on Community Outreach Events (MLK Day)
• Discussion and possible action on Cedarburg Community Conversations
• Discussion and possible action on Partnership with Employee Diversity Committee
• Approval of minutes – November 7, 2024
• Discussion on next meeting date and future agenda items

The Cedarburg Diversity Committee discussed plans for an MLK Day community outreach event, with members assigned to check venue availability, coordinate with the Rivoli theater, and draft a press release. The Cedarburg Community Conversations item was postponed to the January 2, 2025 meeting. The committee also reviewed documents from the Employee Diversity Committee and confirmed the next meeting date.

• Approved November 7, 2024 minutes (unanimous, Stoflet absent)
• Postponed Cedarburg Community Conversations to January 2, 2025
• Discussed MLK Day event; assigned tasks for venue, Rivoli outreach, press release
• Reviewed Employee Diversity Committee documents; input given
• Confirmed next meeting January 2, 2025 at 7:00 p.m.

Parks, Recreation, & Forestry Board

The Parks, Recreation & Forestry Board will approve the October 2, 2024 meeting minutes and hear citizen comments. It will continue discussion of the Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan (CORP) and consider possible actions on the plan. The board will receive updates on park, recreation, and forestry projects and set the date for its next meeting on February 5, 2025.

• Approval of minutes from the October 2, 2024 meeting
• Citizen discussion on the Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan (CORP)
• Consideration of possible action on the CORP
• Updates on park, recreation, and forestry projects
• Set date for the next board meeting – February 5, 2025

Economic Development Board

The Cedarburg Economic Development Board will consider possible actions on city signage and on communication between the City and local businesses. The board will also discuss identifying future agenda items and set the next meeting date for January 8, 2025. Minutes from the October 2, 2024 meeting will be approved, and reports from the City Administrator, a council member, and the Chamber of Commerce will be presented.

• Approval of minutes – October 2, 2024
• Discussion and possible action on signage in the City
• Discussion and possible action on communication between the City and local businesses
• Discussion and possible action to identify future agenda items and confirm next meeting date (January 8, 2025)

The Economic Development Board held a discussion-only meeting, with no formal votes on substantive items. They reviewed city signage and communication with local businesses, and scheduled the next meeting for January 8, 2025. The board approved the October 2, 2024 minutes and adjourned.

• Approved October 2, 2024 minutes (unanimous)
• Scheduled next meeting for January 8, 2025 at 9:00 a.m.
• Adjourned at 10:04 a.m. (unanimous)

Plan Commission

The Plan Commission will consider several development requests, including a new 8-unit residential building and the final plat for Stone Lake Condominium. The body will also discuss updates to the Comprehensive/Smart Growth Plan and potential changes to historic preservation ordinances.

• Final Plat and Declaration for Stone Lake Condominium
• Proposed 8-unit multi-family residential building at N142 W6196-6212 Concord Street
• Request to raze residence and garage at N70 W6222 Bridge Road
• Temporary Use Permit for enclosed tent at W62 N550 Washington Avenue (Lime Cantina)
• Architectural plans for daycare facility in Hwy. 60 Business Park

Light & Water Commission

The Light & Water Personnel Committee will approve the minutes from the October 17, 2024 meeting. The committee will discuss a commissioner’s resignation. In closed session, members will review the promotion, compensation and performance of Electric Superintendent Karsten Huse and approve the closed‑session minutes.

• Approval of minutes from the October 17, 2024 meeting
• Discussion of commissioner resignation
• Closed‑session review of promotion, compensation, and performance of Electric Superintendent Karsten Huse
• Approval of closed‑session minutes from the October 17, 2024 meeting

Common Council

The Cedarburg Common Council will hold a public hearing on the 2025 city budget. Council members will discuss and possibly act on several contract proposals, including a stability analysis for Woolen Mills Dam and an operational and maintenance plan for city‑owned storm‑water facilities. They will also consider a request to increase 2025 sewer rates and a revised paramedic oversight agreement with the Southern Ozaukee Fire Department. Additional items include a shared digital phone system memorandum of understanding and several appropriations ordinances for the 2025 budget.

• Contract proposal from Ramboll to complete a stability analysis for Woolen Mills Dam
• Contract proposal from AECOM to complete an Operational and Maintenance Plan for city‑owned storm‑water facilities
• Request to increase 2025 sewer rates
• Revised Paramedic Oversight Agreement with Southern Ozaukee Fire Department (SOFD)
• Memorandum of Understanding between City of Cedarburg and Town of Cedarburg for a shared digital phone system

Joint Fire and EMS Committee

The Joint Fire & EMS Committee will approve the minutes from its July 29, 2024 meeting. It will then discuss and consider possible action on the amended Paramedic Oversight Agreement with the Southern Ozaukee Fire Department. The meeting also includes a public notice, citizen comments, and routine procedural items.

• Approval of minutes from July 29, 2024 Joint Fire & EMS Services Committee meeting
• Discussion and possible action on the Amended Paramedic Oversight Agreement with Southern Ozaukee Fire Department (SOFD)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will meet to discuss and potentially take action on the 2025 sewer rates. The committee will also review the Financial Management Plan for the Water Recycling Center.

• Discussion and possible action on 2025 Sewer Rates
• Discussion and possible action on Financial Management Plan for the Water Recycling Center

Light & Water Commission

The Cedarburg Light & Water Commission will review a preliminary budget and consider related actions. It will approve minutes from the October 21, 2024 meeting and receive reports from the City Council, manager, and departments. A closed‑session will discuss General Manager Ben Collins' employment, compensation, and performance, and approve the September 16 and October 21 closed‑session meetings.

• Preliminary Budget Presentation; and Possible Action Thereon
• Approval of minutes from the October 21, 2024 meeting
• Discussion and review of employment, compensation and job performance of General Manager Ben Collins
• Approval of Closed Session Meetings held September 16, 2024, and October 21, 2024

Public Works & Sewerage Commission

The Cedarburg Public Works and Sewerage Commission will meet on November 14, 2024 at City Hall. The agenda includes discussion of algae on city ponds and consideration of contract proposals from Ramboll for a stability analysis of Wollen Mills Dam and from AECOM for an operation and maintenance plan for stormwater facilities. The commission will also review the engineering design contract for the 2025 Street and Utility Project and public input on South Washington design alternatives, and receive updates on public works and water‑recycling plant operations.

• Discussion of algae on city‑owned ponds
• Consideration of Ramboll contract for stability analysis of Wollen Mills Dam
• Consideration of AECOM contract for operation and maintenance plan for stormwater facilities
• Review of engineering design contract for the 2025 Street and Utility Project
• Review of public input and concept plans for South Washington Design Alternatives

Landmarks Commission

The commission will decide whether to approve the demolition of a principal residence and accessory garage classified as contributing structures in the Columbia Historic District at N70 W6222 Bridge Road. It will also review an architectural plan amendment for a food‑truck addition, roof replacement, and outdoor freezer at W63 N674 Washington Avenue. Additional items include a review of the windmill at Immanuel Cemetery, discussion of code changes to maintain Certified Local Government status, and whether to reschedule the November 28 meeting.

• Approve raze/remove of residence and garage at N70 W6222 Bridge Road (historic district, contributing)
• Approve architectural plan amendment for food truck, outdoor freezer, and roof replacement at W63 N674 Washington Avenue
• Review condition of windmill at City‑owned Immanuel Cemetery, N32 W5400 Hamilton Road
• Discuss code language changes to retain Certified Local Government status with Wisconsin Historical Society
• Consider rescheduling or canceling the November 28 regular meeting

Library Board

The Library Board will meet to approve October 2024 bills and financial statements. The agenda includes reports from the Director and school, as well as a building and technology update.

• Approval of October 2024 bills and financial statements
• Building & Technology Update by Assistant Library Director Anthony Sigismondi

Police & Fire Commission

The Police and Fire Commission will review membership applications for the Cedarburg Fire Department. The body will also discuss and potentially act on employment offers for three candidates for the Cedarburg Police Department.

• Membership applications for Becky Helmlinger, Clare Witte, Michael Mitchell, Garrett Taleck, and Toman Poss
• Employment offers for three Cedarburg Police Department candidates
• Updates on Police Department projects
• Updates on Fire Department projects

Plan Commission

The Cedarburg Plan Commission will review and discuss items related to the Comprehensive Plan Update. The agenda includes a review of Chapter 2 – the Housing Element, with follow‑up on preliminary and final housing reports, and a review of Chapter 8 – the Land Use Element, focusing on the twelve Smart Growth Areas. No formal actions or votes are listed; the meeting is for discussion and information gathering.

• Review of Chapter 2 – Housing Element (preliminary and final housing reports)
• Review of Chapter 8 – Land Use Element (twelve Smart Growth Areas)
• Discussion of chapter text for both housing and land‑use sections
• Public comments from citizens (up to 2 minutes per speaker)
• No public hearings scheduled

Common Council

The Common Council will hold public hearings and discuss possible actions on several ordinances, including Ordinance 2024-15 to add an indoor dog park as a conditional use in the M-2 General Manufacturing District, and Ordinance 2024-16 to permit video-game and computer sales and service in the B-2 Community Business District. The Council will also consider an engineering design contract for the 2025 Street and Utility Project, approvals of survey maps for parcels in the Highway 60 Business Park, a facility‑condition review for the Police and Fire Departments, and the 2025 city budget. Additional items include the consent agenda for routine payments and reports from city officials.

• Ordinance 2024-15 – add indoor dog park (incl. swimming, dock diving, training, enrichment) as a conditional use in the M-2 General Manufacturing District (applicant Katie Dunfee d/b/a The K9 Club).
• Ordinance 2024-16 – add “sales and service of new or used video games and video game consoles” and “new or used computer sales and service” as permitted uses in the B-2 Community Business District (applicant Ross Christifulli).
• Consider award of engineering design contract for the 2025 Street and Utility Project.
• Discussion and possible action on Certified Survey Map dividing a 2.4932‑acre lot off the existing 10.5704‑acre parcel in the City’s Highway 60 Business Park (owner City of Cedarburg).
• Discussion and possible action on Certified Survey Map dividing a ~4.07‑acre lot off the existing 7.52‑acre parcel in the City’s Highway 60 Business Park (owner City of Cedarburg).

Diversity Committee

The Cedarburg Diversity Committee will approve the minutes from its October 3, 2024 meeting, review reports on its activities, community outreach events, and Cedarburg Community Conversations, and consider a partnership with the City’s Employee Diversity Committee while confirming the next meeting date.

• Approval of minutes – October 3, 2024
• Diversity Committee activities report for the Common Council
• Community outreach events
• Cedarburg Community Conversations
• Partnership with Employee Diversity Committee

Economic Development Board

The regular meeting of the Economic Development Board scheduled for November 6, 2024, has been canceled.

Plan Commission

The Cedarburg Plan Commission will review several development requests, including a Conditional Use Permit for Cornerstone Christian Learning Center to operate a daycare on 2.5 acres in the Hwy 60 Business Park. The commission will also consider certified survey maps for parcel divisions, a building and site plan for Philipp Lithographing Company, and multiple code amendment recommendations. Additionally, the commission will discuss updates to the city’s Comprehensive Plan, focusing on the Housing and Land‑Use Elements and setting a date for a public open house.

• Conditional Use Permit request by Emmy Hilgendorf (Cornerstone Christian Learning Center) for a daycare on 2.5 acres, Ozaukee County Tax Parcel No. 13‑022‑03‑002.00, Hwy 60 Business Park
• Certified Survey Map request to divide a ~2.5‑acre lot from the same parent parcel (Tax Parcel No. 13‑022‑03‑002.00)
• Building, Site, and Operating Plan request by Stacy Buening (Philipp Lithographing Company) for new construction on 4.07 acres, Ozaukee County Tax Parcel No. 13‑022‑02‑005.00, Hwy 60 Business Park
• Code amendment recommendation by Jeanie and Danny Crawford (Birdhouse Rentals LLC) to modify Section 13‑1‑53(c) and (e) for additional uses in the B‑1 Neighborhood Business District
• Comprehensive Plan Update discussion covering the Housing Element, Land‑Use Element, twelve Smart Growth Areas, and scheduling an open house/charette for the week of Dec 16

Common Council

The Cedarburg Common Council will hold its regular meeting with standard procedural items, including a public comment period and presentations. The council will discuss unfinished and new business, and consider a consent agenda to approve the minutes from the August 26, 2024 meeting. Reports from city officers and department heads will be presented, followed by a closed‑session segment before adjourning.

• Approval of August 26, 2024 Council Meeting Minutes (consent agenda)
• Comments and suggestions from citizens
• Reports of city officers and department heads
• Unfinished business discussion
• New business discussion

Common Council

The Cedarburg Common Council will discuss and possibly act on several items, including Ordinance No. 2024-14 that would create a winter parking permit system with a $50 fee per vehicle. The council will also review a preferred alternative for the future reconstruction of South Washington Avenue, revised financial policies (FC-2 Debt Policy and FC-11 Post‑Issuance Compliance Policy), the city’s Strategic Plan, and the 2025 City Budget. A consent agenda will cover approval of the October 14 meeting minutes and payment of bills dated 10/05/2024 through 10/18/2024.

• Ordinance No. 2024-14: winter parking permit system, $50 per vehicle fee
• South Washington Avenue reconstruction: staff recommends keeping existing roadway layout
• Revised Financial Policies: FC-2 Debt Policy and FC-11 Post‑Issuance Compliance Policy
• Discussion of the city Strategic Plan
• Discussion of the 2025 City Budget

Landmarks Commission

The regular meeting of the Cedarburg Landmarks Commission scheduled for October 24, 2024, has been canceled due to a lack of agenda items.

Library Board

The Cedarburg Library Board will approve the September 25, 2024 meeting minutes and the September 2024 financial statements. The board will hear the Director’s Report and a School Report. New business includes discussion and possible action on the 2024 user survey results, the 2025 holiday closing calendar, and rescheduling future board meeting dates.

• Approval of September 25, 2024 meeting minutes
• Approval of September 2024 bills and financial statements
• Director’s Report
• Discussion of 2024 user survey results
• Discussion of 2025 holiday closing calendar

Police & Fire Commission

The Cedarburg Police and Fire Commission will meet on Oct. 21, 2024. The commission will adjourn to closed session under Wis. Stat. 19.85(1)(c) to discuss a conditional offer of employment for a Cedarburg Police Department candidate. It will then reconvene in open session to discuss the same item. No other agenda items are listed.

• Closed‑session discussion per Wis. Stat. 19.85(1)(c) of employment, promotion, compensation, or performance‑evaluation data for a police candidate
• Open‑session discussion and possible action on extending a Conditional Offer of Employment to a Cedarburg Police Department candidate

Light & Water Commission

The Cedarburg Light & Water Commission will meet to conduct its annual organizational meeting and update policies regarding the Family and Medical Leave Act. The body will also review the General Manager's performance summary and a potential change to the General Manager's employment contract.

• Annual Organizational Meeting
• Policy update on Family and Medical Leave Act
• General Manager's performance review summary
• Proposed change to General Manager's employment contract
• M365 Training: Teams

Police & Fire Commission

The Police & Fire Commission will hold a closed‑session meeting to interview and discuss candidates for patrol officer positions, as allowed under Wis. Stat. 19.85(1)(c). After the closed session, the commission will reconvene in open session and then adjourn.

• Closed‑session interview and discussion of patrol officer candidates (item 4.A)
• Consideration of employment, promotion, compensation or performance‑evaluation data per Wis. Stat. 19.85(1)(c)

Light & Water Commission

The Cedarburg Light & Water Personnel Committee will meet on Oct. 17, 2024. The committee will approve minutes from the September 9 and October 12, 2024 meetings. In closed session, members will discuss and review the compensation and job performance of General Manager Ben Collins and approve the closed‑session meetings held Nov. 15, 2023, Sept. 9, 2024, and Oct. 12, 2024. The meeting will then reconvene in open session before adjourning.

• Approval of minutes from September 9 2024 and October 12 2024 meetings
• Closed‑session discussion of General Manager Ben Collins’ compensation and performance
• Approval of closed‑session meetings held November 15 2023, September 9 2024, and October 12 2024

Plan Commission

The Cedarburg Plan Commission will review a preliminary housing report and discuss updates to the Comprehensive Plan, including the Housing Element and Land Use Element. Commissioners will also consider a recommendation to the Common Council to amend the B‑2 Community Business District to allow sales and service of new or used video games, consoles, and computers. No other actions are scheduled for this meeting.

• Presentation of the preliminary Housing Report by Andrew Kurtz.
• Recommendation to amend the B‑2 Community Business District to permit sales and service of new or used video games, video game consoles, and computers.
• Discussion of Chapter 2 – the Housing Element of the Comprehensive Plan update.
• Discussion of Chapter 8 – the Land Use Element, including review of twelve Smart Growth Areas (1, 4, 5, 9, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 19, 20).

Police & Fire Commission

The Police and Fire Commission will hold a special meeting to conduct interviews and discuss candidates for Patrol Officer positions. These discussions will take place in a closed session.

• Interviews and discussion on Patrol Officer candidates
• Approval of Closed Session minutes from July 13, 2023

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will discuss and review the Ehlers Financial Management Plan, the Debt Policy, and the Post-Issuance Compliance Policy. The body will also review monthly and quarterly investment reports.

• Review of Ehlers Financial Management Plan
• Review of Debt Policy
• Review of Post-Issuance Compliance Policy
• Cash & Investment Quarterly report
• Ehlers Monthly Summary and Portfolio Holdings Report for September

Common Council

The Cedarburg Common Council will discuss a proposed 2025 city budget with a 15% levy increase and a new recycling compliance plan. The meeting will be held online and in-person at City Hall.

• Discussion of 2025 City Budget with $13.58 million levy
• Adoption of Compliance Assurance Plan for recycling
• Discussion on appointment of Mark Schwantes to Board of Appeals
• Discussion on appointment of Michael Bourbonais as Successor Agent
• Approval of September 2024 Council meeting minutes

Public Works & Sewerage Commission

The Public Works and Sewerage Commission will consider public input and concept plans for design alternatives on South Washington. It will also discuss algae issues in city‑owned ponds. The agenda includes routine items such as approval of the September 12, 2024 minutes and updates on public works and water recycling plant operations.

• Review public input and concept plans for South Washington design alternatives
• Discussion on algae on city‑owned ponds
• Approval of minutes from September 12, 2024
• Update on Public Works operations
• Update on Water Recycling Plant operations and monthly reports

Landmarks Commission

The Landmarks Commission will review a sign plan for a business on Washington Avenue. The body will also provide preliminary feedback on a request to raze a residence and garage on Bridge Road.

• Sign plan for Blind Horse wine bar, cocktail lounge and light dining at W63 N674 Washington Avenue
• Application to raze principal residence and detached accessory garage at N70 W6222 Bridge Road

Light & Water Commission

The Cedarburg Light & Water Commission is holding a special meeting to discuss a budget variance for the Interurban Overhead Trail Rebuild project. The body will take action on this specific budget item.

• Interurban Overhead Trail Rebuild project budget variance

Plan Commission

The Cedarburg Plan Commission will review six regular‑business items. It will consider two proposals to amend the City Code to allow outdoor seating in the B‑2 Community Business District and an indoor dog park in the M‑2 General Manufacturing District. The commission will also review a Certificate of Appropriateness for Advent Lutheran Church on Washington Avenue, an architectural plan for a new single‑family home on Western Road, a concept review for a flex‑type space at Jackson Street, and discussion of the Comprehensive Plan Update Chapter 8. No other agenda items are listed for action.

• Amend City Code to add Outdoor Seating as an allowed use in the B‑2 Community Business District (Sierzant LLC)
• Amend City Code to add indoor dog park use in the M‑2 General Manufacturing District (The K9 Club)
• Certificate of Appropriateness for Advent Lutheran Church to enclose entryway and add elevator shaft (W63 N642 Washington Ave)
• Architectural plan review for new single‑family dwelling on an infill lot at N50 W7106 Western Road
• Concept review for adding a flex‑type space to the existing building at N39 W6181‑6191 Jackson Street

Diversity Committee

The Cedarburg Diversity Committee will vote to approve the minutes from its September 5, 2024 meeting. The committee will review unfinished business, including a report on its activities for the Common Council, upcoming community outreach events, and Cedarburg Community Conversations. New business includes confirming the next meeting date and identifying future agenda items. The meeting also includes member reports and opportunities for public comments.

• Approval of September 5, 2024 Diversity Committee minutes
• Diversity Committee activities report for the Common Council
• Discussion of community outreach events
• Discussion of Cedarburg Community Conversations
• Confirm next meeting date and identify future agenda items

Economic Development Board

The Economic Development Board will meet to discuss and potentially take action on the city's Strategic Plan and the South Business District. The board will also review the Creekwalk and methods for gathering input from local businesses.

• Discussion and possible action on Creekwalk
• Discussion and possible action on South Business District
• Review and update of the Strategic Plan
• Discussion on South Business District Street Design
• Discussion on ways to gather input from businesses

Parks, Recreation, & Forestry Board

The Parks, Recreation, & Forestry Board will meet to discuss and potentially take action on the Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan (CORP) survey results. The meeting also includes project updates from the Director of Parks and Recreation and the City Forester.

• Discussion and possible action on Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan (CORP) Survey Results

Common Council

The Common Council will discuss the proposed 2025 City Budget and various engineering contracts. The body is also considering land purchase agreements within the HWY 60 Business Park and a liquor license application for Sierzant LLC.

• Review of 2025 proposed City Budget
• Outdoor Alcohol Beverage and Amplified Music License for Sierzant LLC at N49 W5471 Portland Road
• Engineering Design Contract for 2025 Street and Utility Project
• Engineering Proposal from Donohue & Associates
• Land purchase and purchase agreements within the HWY 60 Business Park

Landmarks Commission

The Landmarks Commission will consider several requests for exterior modifications to properties within historic districts. The body will also discuss potential city code amendments to maintain the city's 'Certified Local Government' status.

• Sign plan approval for Wysdohm at W62 N595 Washington Avenue
• Request for a 4-foot-tall screening fence/gate between N58 W6208 and N58 W6194 Columbia Road
• Plans to enclose an entryway and add an elevator shaft at W63 N642 Washington Avenue
• Request to replace an asphalt shingle roof with a metal roof at W62 N718-30 Riveredge Drive
• Discussion of City Code amendments to maintain 'Certified Local Government' status

Police & Fire Commission

The Police & Fire Commission will attend physical readiness and written testing for police officer candidates. The agenda states that no business will be conducted and no action will be taken.

• Physical agility testing at Cedar Pointe Park
• Written testing at Cedarburg Police Station (W75 N444 Wauwatosa Road)

Board of Appeals

The Cedarburg Board of Appeals will elect a Vice‑Chairperson and approve the July 15, 2024 meeting minutes. It will hold public hearings on an appeal by Oliver Fiontar LLC for a cease‑use order on Hamilton Road (parcel 13‑051‑01‑05‑000) and on variance petitions for properties on St John Avenue (parcel 13‑077‑01‑10‑000) and Washington Avenue (parcel 13‑022‑09‑022‑00). After the hearings, the board will deliberate and take action on each request.

• Discussion and possible action on election of Vice‑Chairperson
• Approval of minutes – July 15, 2024
• Public hearing and decision on Oliver Fiontar LLC appeal – Hamilton Road parcel 13‑051‑01‑05‑000
• Public hearing and decision on variance request – St John Avenue parcel 13‑077‑01‑10‑000
• Public hearing and decision on variance request – Washington Avenue parcel 13‑022‑09‑022‑00

The Cedarburg Board of Appeals denied an appeal of a cease use and vacate order for the property at N37 W6584 Hamilton Road, upholding the order as valid under residential zoning. The board also approved two variances: one for a garage at W65 N673 Saint John Avenue and another for a third accessory structure on Washington Avenue. All decisions were unanimous with one member excused.

• Denied appeal of cease use and vacate order for N37 W6584 Hamilton Road (unanimous, Olejniczak excused)
• Approved variance for garage at W65 N673 Saint John Avenue (unanimous, Olejniczak excused)
• Approved variance for third accessory structure on Washington Avenue (unanimous, Olejniczak excused)

Library Board

The Cedarburg Library Board will approve the minutes from the August 28, 2024 meeting and the August 2024 bills and financial statements. The board will hear the Director’s and School reports. Unfinished business includes discussion and possible action on the 2025 budget. New business includes discussion of a Food for Fines program in November and the Library User Survey results.

• Approval of minutes – August 28, 2024 Library Board meeting
• Approval of bills and financial statements – August 2024
• Discussion and possible action on 2025 Library budget
• Discussion and possible action on Food for Fines in November
• Discussion and possible action on Library User Survey results

Plan Commission

The Plan Commission will discuss updates to the city's Comprehensive Plan. This includes a second round of discussion on the Housing Element and a review of Land Use Elements regarding Smart Growth Areas around Bridge Road.

• Discussion of Chapter 2 – The Housing Element
• Review of Smart Growth Areas north of Bridge Road
• First time review of Smart Growth Areas south of Bridge Road
• Review of the updated Comprehensive Plan outline and tentative schedule

Finance Committee

The Cedarburg Finance Committee will review the Ehlers Financial Management Plan and the proposed 2025 city budget. Members will discuss possible recommendations for the Debt Service Budget, the Wisconsin Department of Revenue debt limit and shared revenue estimates, and the Capital Improvement Budget. The meeting will also set future agenda items and confirm the next meeting date.

• Discussion and review of Ehlers Financial Management Plan
• Discussion and review of proposed 2025 Budget
• Discussion and possible recommendation on Debt Service Budget
• Review of WI DOR Debt Limit and Shared Revenue Estimates
• Discussion and possible recommendation on Capital Improvement Budget

Community Development Authority

The Common Council and Community Development Authority held a joint meeting, approving prior minutes with corrections and adjourning to closed session to discuss an amendment to the Developers Agreement for Amcast. No action was taken on a letter of intent or potential offer to purchase property in the Hwy 60 Business Park. The meeting adjourned without any substantive public decisions.

• Approved June 24, August 14, and August 26 joint minutes with corrections (unanimous)
• Adjourned to closed session to discuss Amcast developer agreement amendment (roll call vote)
• No action taken on letter of intent or potential offer to purchase property in Hwy 60 Business Park

Light & Water Commission

The Cedarburg Light & Water Commission will discuss personnel updates, including new job descriptions and 2025 compensation and benefits. The body will also consider a thermostat demand response program and several policy updates. A closed session is scheduled to discuss litigation strategy regarding Well #4.

• 2025 Compensation & Benefits
• Thermostat Demand Response Program
• New job descriptions for Manager of Finance and Accounting and Financial Analyst
• Policy updates for Bereavement, Worker’s Compensation, Jury Duty, and Unpaid Personal Leave
• Closed session discussion regarding Well #4

The Cedarburg Light & Water Commission approved a 2025 compensation and benefits package including a 3.75% base wage increase plus a 1.25% discretionary allocation, increased health insurance opt-out payments, and higher market adjustment stipends. The commission also approved a front office reorganization, new job descriptions for Manager of Finance and Accounting and Financial Analyst, a thermostat demand response program with WPPI Energy, and updates to four employee policies. All motions carried unanimously.

• Approved 2025 compensation and benefits package (unanimous)
• Approved front office realignment (unanimous)
• Approved Manager of Finance and Accounting job description (unanimous)
• Approved Financial Analyst job description (unanimous)
• Approved thermostat demand response program with WPPI Energy (unanimous)
• Approved updates to Bereavement, Workers' Comp, Jury Duty, and Unpaid Leave policies (unanimous)
• Approved bills for payment (unanimous)

Landmarks Commission

The regular meeting of the Landmarks Commission scheduled for September 12, 2024, was canceled. The cancellation was due to a lack of agenda items.

Facade Improvement Program Select Ad Hoc Committee

The Façade Improvement Program Select Ad Hoc Committee will meet on September 12, 2024 at City Hall, lower level, room 1. The agenda includes a public notice, citizen comments, and regular business. The committee will discuss and may take action on façade improvement grant applications. The meeting is chaired by Mayor Patricia Thome.

• Discussion and possible action on façade improvement grant applications
• Comments and suggestions from citizens (public hearing)

Public Works & Sewerage Commission

The Public Works and Sewerage Commission will review proposed 2025 operating and capital budgets. The body will also discuss engineering work for the 2025 Street and Utility Project and a proposal for the Water Recycling Center Facility Plan.

• Proposed 2025 Engineering, Public Works, and Water Recycling Center operating and capital budgets
• Engineering work for the 2025 Street and Utility Project
• Donahue proposal for Phase 2 of the Water Recycling Center Facility Plan project

The Public Works and Sewerage Commission approved RA Smith for engineering work on the 2025 Street and Utility Project, waiving the typical RFP process. They also approved a Donahue proposal for Phase 2 of the WRC Facility Plan and approved the proposed 2025 engineering, public works, and water recycling center budgets. All motions carried unanimously with Commissioner Dries excused.

• Approved RA Smith for 2025 Street and Utility Project engineering (unanimous, Dries excused)
• Approved Donahue proposal for Phase 2 of WRC Facility Plan (unanimous, Dries excused)
• Approved 2025 engineering, public works, and water recycling center budgets (unanimous, Dries excused)

Police & Fire Commission

The Cedarburg Police and Fire Commission will approve the minutes from its July 11, 2024 meeting. Commissioners will receive the 2023 Cedarburg Police Department Annual Report. The commission will discuss applications for membership in the Cedarburg Fire Department for several active and passive positions. The police chief and fire chief will provide updates on their respective department projects.

• Approve minutes from the July 11, 2024 meeting
• Review the 2023 Cedarburg Police Department Annual Report
• Discuss fire department membership applications for Noah Nouansacksy (Active Fire/EMS), Dustin Wallace (Active Fire), Rumyana Hadzhidimitrova (Active Fire), Kristian Vaughn (Active EMS), and Doreen Lettau (Passive)
• Police chief provides update on police department projects
• Fire chief provides update on fire department projects

The Cedarburg Police & Fire Commission approved five applicants for membership in the Cedarburg Fire Department: Noah Nouansacksy (Active Fire/EMS), Dustin Wallace (Active Fire), Rumyana Hadzhidimitrova (Active Fire), Kristian Vaughn (Active EMS), and Noreen Lettau (Passive). Each approval was unanimous. The commission also received updates on police recruitment and fire department projects, and confirmed the next meeting date of November 14, 2024.

• Approved Noah Nouansacksy for Active Fire/EMS (unanimous)
• Approved Dustin Wallace for Active Fire (unanimous)
• Approved Rumyana Hadzhidimitrova for Active Fire (unanimous)
• Approved Kristian Vaughn for Active EMS (unanimous)
• Approved Noreen Lettau for Passive membership (unanimous)
• Approved July 11, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Confirmed next regular meeting on November 14, 2024

Diversity Committee

The Diversity Committee is sponsoring a blood drive on September 10, 2024. The agenda states that no business will be conducted and no action will be taken by the committee.

• Blood drive at Cedarburg City Hall, W63 N645 Washington Avenue

Light & Water Commission

The Cedarburg Light & Water Personnel Committee will first approve the minutes from its August 26, 2024 meeting. The committee will then enter a closed session to discuss the compensation and job performance of General Manager Ben Collins, as required by Wisconsin Statute 19.85 (1)(c). Finally, the committee will approve the closed‑session minutes from August 26, 2024.

• Approve minutes from August 26, 2024 Personnel Committee meeting (open session).
• Closed‑session discussion of General Manager Ben Collins’ compensation and performance (Wis. Stat. 19.85 (1)(c)).
• Approve August 26, 2024 Personnel Committee closed‑session minutes.

The Cedarburg Light & Water Personnel Committee held a brief open meeting on September 9, 2024. They approved the minutes from the August 26, 2024 meeting and then voted to adjourn into closed session to discuss the compensation and job performance of General Manager Ben Collins. No other substantive decisions were made in open session.

• Approved minutes of August 26, 2024 meeting (unanimous)
• Adjourned to closed session to discuss General Manager compensation and performance (unanimous)

Diversity Committee

The Diversity Committee is meeting to discuss and potentially take action on several items, including a report for the Common Council. The body will also review community outreach events and the Cedarburg Community Conversations program.

• Creation of a Diversity Committee activities report for the Common Council
• Community outreach events
• Cedarburg Community Conversations
• City’s Internal Diversity Committee

The Cedarburg Diversity Committee approved the August 1, 2024 minutes and discussed several upcoming activities. Members will prepare an activities report for the Common Council, and scheduled a blood drive and tree planting for September 2024. The committee also planned Community Conversations for October 2024 through May 2025, with the first topic being Interfaith Voices. No formal votes were taken on these items; they were discussed and assigned to members.

• Approved August 1, 2024 minutes (unanimous, with two absent)
• Assigned Pastor Norquist and Council Member Curley to draft activities report for Common Council
• Scheduled blood drive for September 10, 2024 at City Hall
• Scheduled tree planting for September 11, 2024 on Hanover Rd
• Planned Community Conversations for Oct 2024, Jan/Mar/May 2025, with October topic 'Interfaith Voices'
• Confirmed next meeting for October 3, 2024 at 7:00 p.m.

Economic Development Board

The Cedarburg Economic Development Board will meet to discuss a temporary use sign permit and an economic development website. The board will also identify future agenda items and confirm the next meeting date for October 2, 2024.

• Discussion on Temporary Use Sign Permit
• Discussion on Economic Development Website
• Confirm next meeting date (October 2, 2024 at 9:00 a.m.)
• Approval of August 7, 2024 minutes
• Reports from City Administrator and Council Member

The Cedarburg Economic Development Board met on September 4, 2024, and discussed the temporary sign permit process but took no action, recommending no changes at this time. The board also reviewed the Economic Development website and received updates on local business and city projects. The meeting was procedural with no substantive decisions made.

• Approved August 7, 2024 minutes (unanimous)
• No action on temporary sign permit; no changes recommended
• Adjourned at 9:47 a.m. (unanimous)

Common Council

The agenda for this meeting consists of procedural boilerplate. No specific policy decisions, contracts, or ordinances are listed for discussion.

The Common Council approved the revised conceptual plan and concept land use plan for the Covered Bridge residential development proposed by Neumann Developments, with a unanimous vote of 4-0. The council also approved mayoral appointments to various boards, commissions, and committees, and approved the minutes from a previous meeting. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved revised conceptual plan for Covered Bridge residential development (4-0)
• Approved mayoral appointments to boards, commissions, and committees (4-0)
• Approved DATE Council Meeting Minutes (4-0)

Plan Commission

The Cedarburg Plan Commission will hold a public hearing on three items: a request to transfer the existing Conditional Use Grant Permit for the Station Cedarburg gas station, convenience store and car wash at W62 N174 Washington Avenue; a Conditional Use Permit application for a bar with outdoor seating at N49 W5471 Portland Road; and a draft ordinance updating Section 13-1-226 of the City Code on Conditional Use Permits. The commission will also discuss acquiring a 0.66‑acre parcel on Hanover Avenue for a future public park and a temporary tent permit for the Stilt House Restaurant on Washington Avenue.

• Transfer of Conditional Use Grant Permit for Station Cedarburg LLC (gas station, convenience store, car wash) at W62 N174 Washington Avenue, no changes planned.
• Conditional Use Permit for Mofro LLC d/b/a Sierzant for bar use with outdoor seating at N49 W5471 Portland Road.
• Draft Ordinance to update Section 13-1-226 (Conditional Use Permit) for recommendation to the Common Council.
• Review of acquisition of ~0.66‑acre parcel at W63 N530 Hanover Avenue for future public park.
• Temporary Use Permit for Gordon Goggin to install a tent for Stilt House Restaurant at W62 N630 Washington Avenue (Nov 4 2024 – Jan 13 2025).

The Plan Commission approved a conditional use permit for Sierzant LLC at N49 W5471 Portland Road, allowing bar use with outdoor seating, recreation, and entertainment, subject to staying within the footprint of the prior Ernie's Wine Bar. The commission also approved the associated outdoor alcohol beverage license application. Additionally, the commission approved a temporary use permit for the Stilt House restaurant's tent for two years, transferred a conditional use permit for the gas station at W62 N174 Washington Avenue, and recommended the city acquire a 0.66-acre parcel on Hanover Avenue for future park purposes.

• Approved temporary use permit for Stilt House tent for 2 years (unanimous)
• Approved transfer of conditional use permit for Station Cedarburg LLC (unanimous)
• Approved conditional use permit for Sierzant LLC (unanimous)
• Approved outdoor alcohol beverage license for Sierzant LLC (unanimous)
• Approved updates to City Code Section 13-1-226 on conditional use permits (unanimous)
• Approved city acquisition of 0.66-acre parcel on Hanover Avenue for park (unanimous)
• Approved accessory structure square footage waiver for Wegner property (unanimous)
• Approved continued use of pylon sign for Cold Country Vines & Wines (unanimous)

Common Council

The Cedarburg Common Council will attend an EPA public meeting about the cleanup of the Cedar Creek site on Thursday, August 29, 2024 at 6:00 p.m. No council business or actions will be taken; the attendance is solely for information gathering and exchange. The meeting will be held at Cedarburg City Hall, 645 Washington Avenue, and via Zoom.

• EPA public meeting on Cedar Creek site cleanup (information only, no council action)
• Meeting location: Cedarburg City Hall, 645 Washington Avenue, and Zoom link https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83745246384

Library Board

The Library Board will meet to review financial statements and reports. The board is scheduled to discuss and potentially take action on the 2025 budget draft.

• Approval of July 2024 bills and financial statements
• Discussion and possible action on 2025 Budget Draft

Community Development Authority

The Cedarburg Common Council and Community Development Authority will reconvene in open session to discuss and possibly act on the Developers Agreement for Amcast. The meeting follows a closed‑session segment required for negotiating public property purchases or investments. No other agenda items are listed for decision.

• Discussion and possible action on Developers Agreement for Amcast

Common Council

The Cedarburg Common Council and Community Development Authority will meet to discuss and possibly act on a Developers Agreement for Amcast. The meeting includes a public comment period before the discussion. A closed session is scheduled to deliberate matters that may require confidentiality.

• Discussion and possible action on Developers Agreement for Amcast

Common Council

The Cedarburg Common Council will discuss several actions, including changes to the Amplified Music Ordinance and authorizing two bond issuances totaling $836,350. Council members will also consider a proposed increase in sewer rates for 2025 and a request for overnight street closures during festivals. Additional items include building lease approvals, a landfill site investigation proposal, and liquor license applications.

• Discussion and possible action on change in Amplified Music Ordinance
• Resolution No. 2024-09: Authorize issuance and sale of up to $250,032 taxable water and electric system revenue bonds
• Resolution No. 2024-10: Authorize issuance and sale of up to $586,318 taxable general obligation water system promissory notes
• Discussion and possible action on a request to increase the sewer rates for 2025
• Discussion and possible action on Festivals request for overnight street closure during festivals

Light & Water Commission

The Light & Water Personnel Committee will meet to discuss responsibilities of the finance and accounting position and a front‑office re‑organization. They will also discuss general employee compensation and benefits for 2025. A closed‑session portion will consider the compensation and performance of General Manager Ben Collins. No decisions are indicated in the agenda.

• Discussion of finance and accounting position responsibilities and front office re‑organization
• Discussion of general employee compensation and benefits for 2025
• Closed‑session discussion of General Manager Ben Collins' compensation and job performance

Personnel Committee

The Cedarburg Personnel Committee will meet on August 21, 2024 at City Hall. The committee will approve the June 6, 2024 minutes, then adjourn to closed session to discuss 2024 performance evaluations and 2025 wage increases for a specific list of employees. After reconvening, the open session will include discussion and possible action on the 2025 wage increases. The meeting will also cover setting the next meeting date.

• Approval of June 6, 2024 Personnel Committee minutes
• Closed‑session discussion of 2024 performance evaluations
• Closed‑session discussion of 2025 wage increases for specific employees
• Open‑session discussion and possible action on 2025 wage increases
• Discussion of next meeting date

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will meet to discuss and potentially take action on the Lead Service Loan Program. The body will also review the Capital Improvement Budget and the Debt Service Budget.

• Lead Service Loan Program
• Capital Improvement Budget
• Debt Service Budget

Light & Water Commission

The regularly scheduled meeting of the Cedarburg Light & Water Commission for Monday, August 19, 2024 was cancelled. No agenda items were considered or decided. Residents should note the cancellation.

Light & Water Commission

The Cedarburg Light & Water Financial Ad Hoc Committee is meeting to discuss the responsibilities of the Finance and Accounting position. The body will also discuss a front office reorganization to support utility needs.

• Discussion of Finance and Accounting position responsibilities
• Discussion of front office re-organization

Community Development Authority

The Cedarburg Common Council and Community Development Authority are meeting to receive an update on the Amcast site. The body will discuss and potentially take action on an amendment to the Developers Agreement for Amcast.

• Update on Amcast site
• Discussion and possible action on Amendment to Developers Agreement for Amcast

Common Council

The Cedarburg Common Council and Community Development Authority will receive an update on the Amcast site. They will discuss an amendment to the Developers Agreement for Amcast, first in a closed session and then in an open session where action may be taken. The meeting also includes standard public notice and citizen comment periods.

• Update on Amcast site
• Discussion on Amendment to Developers Agreement for Amcast (closed session)
• Discussion and possible action on Amendment to Developers Agreement for Amcast (open session)
• Public notice and citizen comment period

Common Council

The Cedarburg Common Council will discuss and possibly act on several items, including the purchase of property on Hanover Avenue, bids for multiple paving and surfacing contracts, a traffic planning and access study, a one-time amplified music permit, and hiring a consulting firm for a housing report. The meeting also includes a presentation of the Cedarburg Fire Department 2023 Annual Report and approval of July 8, 2024 Council meeting minutes. The Council will adjourn to closed session to deliberate the property purchase before reconvening to act on it.

• Discussion and possible action on purchase of property on Hanover Avenue
• Bids received for the 2024 Hanover Avenue Surface Paving construction contract
• Bids received for the 2024 Micro Surfacing Project construction contract
• Hiring Vierbicher Associates Inc. for professional consulting services to create a housing report
• One-time amplified music/sound permit for Turnhall Financial Group at Cedar Creek Park, fee $50.00

Landmarks Commission

The Landmarks Commission will review and potentially act on three property modification requests on Washington Avenue. These include storm window replacements, door paint colors, and a temporary mural.

• Proposed replacement storm window plans at W62 N 570 Washington Avenue
• Proposed paint color change for front and back doors at W62 N595 Washington Avenue
• Request by Cedarburg Cultural Center for a temporary holiday mural at W62 N546 Washington Avenue

Public Works & Sewerage Commission

The Public Works and Sewerage Commission will review bids for the Hanover Avenue Surface Paving Project, the 2024 Micro Surfacing Project, and the 2024 Asphalt Pavement Repair Project. It will also consider a proposal to raise the Sewer Use Charge to $15.00 per 1,000 gallons and the Monthly Sewer Connection Fee to $16.40. The commission will take action on these items during the meeting.

• Review bids for the Hanover Avenue Surface Paving Project
• Review bids for the 2024 Micro Surfacing Project
• Review bids for the 2024 Asphalt Pavement Repair Project
• Consider increasing the Sewer Use Charge to $15.00 per 1,000 gallons
• Consider increasing the Monthly Sewer Connection Fee to $16.40 per month

Economic Development Board

The Cedarburg Economic Development Board will meet to hear a presentation on the Creek Walk and consider possible actions. It will also discuss a temporary use sign permit and the city’s economic development website. The board will identify future agenda items and set the next meeting date.

• Presentation, discussion, and possible action on Creek Walk
• Discussion and possible action on Temporary Use Sign Permit
• Discussion on Economic Development Website
• Identify future agenda items and confirm next meeting date (Sept 4, 2024)
• Reports from City Administrator, Council Member, and Chamber of Commerce

Parks, Recreation, & Forestry Board

The Parks, Recreation, & Forestry Board will meet to discuss and potentially take action on the 2025 budgets for several departments. The board will also review the timeline for the Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan (CORP).

• 2025 Budget for Parks & Forestry, Recreation, Community Pool, Capital Improvement, Celebrations, and the Senior Center
• Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan (CORP) timeline

Finance Committee

The Cedarburg Finance Committee will hold a special meeting on August 6, 2024. The committee will hear a presentation of the city’s Financial Management Plan by Ehlers. Members will discuss the plan and consider a possible recommendation. No other agenda items involve contracts or budget changes.

• Statement of public notice
• Comments & suggestions from citizens
• Financial Management Plan presentation by Ehlers
• Discussion and possible recommendation on Financial Management Plan

Plan Commission

The Cedarburg Plan Commission will consider a Certificate of Appropriateness for a property rehabilitation project by Eric and Jackie Fix at Washington Avenue. Commissioners will discuss the Comprehensive Plan Update, including a housing element report proposal and a traffic planning and access study for the land‑use element. They will also review the use of steel shipping containers as permanent principal or accessory structures. The meeting will set the date for the September 2024 regular session.

• Certificate of Appropriateness request for Fix Investments LLC project at Washington Ave (Tax Parcel No. 13-107-03-12-000)
• Comprehensive Plan Update discussion – housing element report proposal
• Comprehensive Plan Update discussion – traffic planning and access study proposal
• Review of steel shipping containers as permanent structures on city properties
• Mayor’s announcement setting the September 2024 Plan Commission meeting date

Diversity Committee

The Cedarburg Diversity Committee will meet to approve previous minutes and discuss creating a report for the Common Council, as well as community outreach events. The meeting will be held in-person at City Hall and online.

• Approval of July 11, 2024 minutes
• Discussion on creating a Diversity Committee activities report
• Discussion on community outreach events
• Discussion on Cedarburg Community Conversations
• Confirmation of next meeting date

Joint Fire and EMS Committee

The City and Town of Cedarburg Joint Fire & Emergency Medical Services Committee will meet to discuss and potentially take action on the 2025 Budget. The committee will also discuss future meeting dates.

• Discussion and possible action on 2025 Budget

Common Council

The regular meeting of the Cedarburg Common Council scheduled for July 29, 2024 was cancelled. No agenda items were considered at this meeting. The next regularly scheduled meeting will be on August 12, 2024.

Library Board

The Cedarburg Library Board will approve the minutes from the June 26, 2024 meeting and the June 2024 bills and financial statements. The board will hear a report on the Youth Services Summer Reading Program. It will also discuss and consider action on the draft 2025 library budget. Public comments may be taken on any topic not on the agenda.

• Approval of minutes – June 26, 2024 Library Board meeting
• Approval of bills and financial statements – June 2024
• Director’s Report
• Discussion on Youth Services Summer Reading Program report
• Discussion and possible action on 2025 budget draft

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will discuss the 2025 Budget and additional revenue sources. The body will also consider recommendations for the Debt Policy (FC-2) and Post-Issuance Compliance Policy (FC-11).

• Discussion on 2025 Budget
• Discussion and possible recommendation on Debt Policy (FC-2)
• Discussion and possible recommendation on Post-Issuance Compliance Policy (FC-11)
• Discussion on additional revenue sources
• Review of Second Quarter Cash and Investment Report

Light & Water Commission

The Cedarburg Light & Water Commission will hold its regular monthly meeting on July 15, 2024, at 6:00 p.m. at the utility office, with virtual attendance available via Zoom. The meeting includes procedural items such as approval of minutes and bills, as well as new business like recognizing scholarship recipients and reviewing a long-term cash flow model and rate adequacy.

• Review of Long-Term Cash Flow Model and Rate Adequacy
• Action on Housing Allowance Policy updates
• Action on Employee Recognition Policy updates

Board of Appeals

The Cedarburg Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on a variance request for a property at N30 W6880 Lincoln Blvd. The petitioners seek to waive residential lot coverage and floor area requirements. The board may also approve minutes from the June 6, 2024 meeting.

• Public hearing on variance request at N30 W6880 LINCOLN BLVD for Ruvin Brothers Artisans & Trade (owners Davi & Britt Frank)
• Variance sought to waive lot coverage (30%) and floor area (36%) requirements under RS-3 Single Family Residential District
• Possible action on approval of June 6, 2024 meeting minutes

Library Board

This agenda consists of a notice regarding a possible quorum at a social event. No business will be conducted and no action will be taken by the Library Board.

• Library Anniversary Event

Landmarks Commission

The Landmarks Commission will hear a presentation from The Wisconsin Historical Society regarding what can and cannot be done to a property without jeopardizing its status. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from June 27, 2024.

• Presentation from The Wisconsin Historical Society on property status preservation
• Approval of June 27, 2024, meeting minutes

Public Works & Sewerage Commission

The regular meeting of the Public Works & Sewerage Commission scheduled for July 11, 2024, has been canceled due to a lack of agenda items.

Diversity Committee

The Cedarburg Diversity Committee will discuss plans for MLK Day and youth involvement. The committee will also consider the September 11 National Day of Service.

• Discussion on MLK Day and Youth Involvement
• Discussion on September 11 National Day of Service
• Approval of June 6, 2024 minutes

Common Council

The Common Council will discuss a proposal to increase the police department's patrol staff by two officers in 2025. The agenda also includes updates on the 2025 Wilo Cedar Creek Classic bike race and procedures for updating the City’s Comprehensive Plan. Additionally, the council will consider various event permits and licenses.

• Proposal to hire two additional police officers in 2025 with an annual expense of $118,698
• Discussion on holding the 2025 Wilo Cedar Creek Classic bike race in the downtown district
• Resolution 2024-08 regarding public participation for the City’s Comprehensive Plan update
• A $50.00 amplified music permit for Faith Lutheran Church on August 17
• Temporary Class “B” Retailer’s license for 'Country in the Burg' at Cedar Creek Park

Economic Development Board

The July 3, 2024, meeting of the Cedarburg Economic Development Board has been canceled. This notice was issued by City Clerk Tracie Sette on June 27, 2024.

Plan Commission

The Plan Commission will review development requests for a medical clinic on Columbia Road and a new winery retail outlet on Washington Avenue. The commission will also consider a draft ordinance regarding outdoor dining and entertainment in B-1, B-2, and B-3 districts. Additionally, members will discuss the public participation plan for updating the city's 2025 Smart Growth land use plan.

• Medical clinic conversion at N69 W5269 Columbia Road
• New Blind Horse Winery retail outlet on Washington Avenue
• Draft ordinance for outdoor dining and entertainment in B-1, B-2, and B-3 districts
• Waiver request for a 912 sq. ft. detached garage on Spring Street
• Public participation plan for the 2025 Smart Growth plan update

Landmarks Commission

The Landmarks Commission will consider several requests regarding business signage and building exteriors. These items include approvals for new signs, paint colors, and site details for properties on Washington Avenue.

• Signage approval for Cold Country Wines and Vines at W61 N517 Washington Avenue
• Final site detail approval for Blind Horse Winery at W63 N674 Washington Avenue
• Signage plan review for Blind Horse Winery at W63 N674 Washington Avenue
• Signage approval for District Six at W63 N684 Washington Avenue
• Paint color approval for PJS Investments at W62 N570 Washington Avenue

Community Development Authority

The Cedarburg Common Council and Community Development Authority will discuss an update regarding the Amcast site. The meeting includes a presentation by Ambrose Engineering concerning Amcast Structural Engineering. Members will also consider possible action on an amendment to the developer's agreement for Amcast.

• Presentation by Ambrose Engineering on Amcast Structural Engineering
• Update on Amcast site
• Discussion and possible action on Amendment to Developers Agreement for Amcast

Common Council

The joint meeting includes a presentation by Ambrose Engineering regarding Amcast Structural Engineering. The council will also discuss an update on the Amcast site and consider possible action on an amendment to the developer's agreement for Amcast.

• Presentation by Ambrose Engineering on Amcast Structural Engineering
• Update on Amcast site
• Discussion and possible action on Amendment to Developers Agreement for Amcast

Board of Review

The Board of Review will elect a Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson and review the city's Assessment Roll for errors or omissions. Members will also establish procedures for hearing property owner objections to assessments.

• Election of Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson
• Review of the Assessment Roll for errors or omissions
• Establishment of procedures for hearing property objections
• Review of the Annual Assessment Report

Finance Committee

The committee will discuss recommendations for the General Fund Balance Policy and Post-Issuance Compliance Policy. Members will also review the annual Code of Ethics certification.

• Discussion on General Fund Balance Policy (FC-5)
• Discussion on Post-Issuance Compliance Policy (FC-11)
• Certification of Annual Code of Ethics
• Ehlers May summary and holdings reports

Light & Water Commission

The Cedarburg Light & Water Commission will review updates on the 2024 Lead Service Line Replacement Project and planning for 2025. The meeting also includes discussions on strategic planning and potential actions regarding tuition reimbursement and compensation philosophy policies.

• 2024 Lead Service Line Replacement Project updates and 2025 planning
• Strategic planning discussion
• Tuition Reimbursement Policy action
• Compensation Philosophy Policy action
• City Council, Manager, and Department reports

Landmarks Commission

The commission will consider requests for new signage, siding replacement, and roof shingles at various local properties. Additionally, members will discuss the review and certification of the City’s Code of Ethics.

• New/replacement sign request for Washington Square at W62 N563 Washington Ave
• Siding replacement for Wild Lavender building at 712 W. Washington Avenue
• Roof shingle replacement for property at N70 W6364 Bridge Road
• Review of site survey and plans for W62 N596 Washington Ave
• Discussion on Review and Certification of the City’s Code of Ethics

Common Council

The Cedarburg Common Council is discussing several land-use requests, including a revised conceptual plan for the Covered Bridge residential development by Neumann Developments and license approvals for local businesses like Blind Horse Winery and Java House. Members will also review 2025 budget parameters, updated financial policies, and ARPA fund reallocation to the Façade Improvement Program. Additionally, the council plans to vote on changing the Fire Chief’s employment status from part-time to full-time along with a new salary and benefits package. These items address local zoning changes, municipal revenue projections, and public safety staffing levels.

• Revised conceptual plan and land use approval for Covered Bridge residential development by Neumann Developments
• Retail license approval for Blind Horse Winery at W63 N674 Washington Avenue to sell wine and beer
• Discussion on 2025 budget parameters, revised financial policies (FC1, FC8, FC9), and ARPA fund reallocation
• Vote to change Fire Chief employment status from part-time to full-time with a new salary and benefits package
• Outdoor alcohol beverage area and amplified music permit approvals for Blanca’s Commercial Kitchen and North 48

Personnel Committee

The Personnel Committee will review proposed updates to the city personnel manual, Policy AD-12 on background checks, and Policy FD-1.30 for full-time fire staff. Members will also discuss certifying an updated Code of Ethics. During a closed session, the committee plans to evaluate the Fire Chief’s compensation before deciding whether to convert the position from part-time to full-time, which could affect local emergency response structure.

• Revised Personnel Manual review and possible action
• Policy AD-12 Background Checks discussion
• Policy FD-1.30 Fire Department Full-time Employees Rules and Regulations discussion
• Review and Certification of Code of Ethics
• Fire Chief status change from part-time to full-time and salary/benefits discussion

Board of Appeals

The Board of Appeals will consider a variance request from Jadon Clark for the property located at N49 W5643-45 Portland Road. The petition seeks to waive requirements regarding driveway offsets and lot area/coverage percentages. The board will also review the Code of Ethics and consider adopting rules of procedure.

• Variance request for N49 W5643-45 Portland Road involving driveway offsets and lot coverage
• Approval of May 18, 2023, meeting minutes
• Annual review and certification of the Code of Ethics
• Adoption of Rules of Procedure

Diversity Committee

The Cedarburg Diversity Committee will meet to discuss several ongoing initiatives. Agenda items include community outreach events, youth engagement opportunities, and the National Day of Service. The committee may also take action regarding the certification of a Code of Ethics.

• Cedarburg Community Conversations outreach
• Youth engagement and strategic partnerships
• National Day of Service
• Certification of Code of Ethics

Economic Development Board

The Economic Development Board will discuss South Business District survey results and revisions to the Event Application and Event Manual. The board will also consider the Review and Certification of Code of Ethics.

• Discussion of South Business District Survey Results
• Review of revised Event Application and Event Manual
• Review and certification of Code of Ethics

Parks, Recreation, & Forestry Board

The board will discuss adding a new 'Usage Category 4 – Conservancy Areas' to the Parks Maintenance Standards. Members will also review and certify the Code of Ethics. Additionally, staff will provide updates on parks, recreation, and forestry projects.

• Addition of 'Usage Category 4 – Conservancy Areas' to Section 1 of Parks Maintenance Standards
• Review and certification of the Code of Ethics
• Updates on parks, recreation, and forestry projects

Plan Commission

The Plan Commission will hold public hearings on two conditional use requests and review several development plans. The body will also discuss the certification of a Code of Ethics.

• Public hearing for a Tourist Rooming House at W50N6208 Western Road
• Public hearing to convert former Dairy Queen at W63N170 Washington Ave. into a Mexican Restaurant
• Review of architectural plans to convert former BMO Harris Bank at N69W5269 Columbia Road into a medical clinic
• Concept review for Covered Bridge residential development
• Outdoor alcohol beverage license request for outdoor seating at W63N540 Hanover Avenue

Landmarks Commission

The Landmarks Commission is meeting to review and take action on three requests for exterior modifications. These requests include changes to shingles, signage, and paint colors for businesses on Washington Avenue.

• Approval request for shingles, gutters, and color scheme at W62N556-558 Washington Avenue (JH Washington LLC)
• Approval request for business sign and exterior door paint at W62N585 Washington Avenue (Cedarburg Threads)
• Approval request for business sign at W61N517 Washington Avenue (Cold Country Vines & Wines)

Library Board

The Cedarburg Library Board will meet to review financial statements and reports. The board will also consider possible actions regarding library bylaws and the creation of a Personnel Committee.

• Approval of bills and financial statements for March and April 2024
• Discussion and possible action on Library Bylaws
• Discussion and possible action on the creation of a Personnel Committee

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will meet to review financial reports and audit updates. The body will discuss and potentially recommend changes to the Property Assessment Policy (FC-8) and the Writing off Uncollectible Receivables Policy (FC-9).

• Discussion and possible recommendation on Property Assessment Policy (FC-8)
• Discussion and possible recommendation on Writing off Uncollectible Receivables Policy (FC-9)
• Review of Ehlers April summary and Consolidated Holdings
• Audit Update

Light & Water Commission

The commission will meet to review first quarter financials, restricted and reserved funds, and depreciated plant. Members will also review and certify the City of Cedarburg Code of Ethics.

• Review and certification of the City of Cedarburg Code of Ethics
• Review of Q1 Financials, Restricted and Reserved Funds, and Depreciated Plant
• Approval of bills

Public Works & Sewerage Commission

The Public Works and Sewerage Commission will discuss infrastructure updates and facility maintenance. Key items include a request for speed signs on Hamilton Road and repairs to the Water Recycling Center's oxidation ditch.

• Request to install radar feedback speed signs on Hamilton Road
• Repairs to the oxidation ditch at the Water Recycling Center
• Compliance Maintenance Annual report for the Water Recycling Center
• Water Recycling Center Facility Plan discussion

Police & Fire Commission

The Police and Fire Commission will meet to discuss the appointment of special officers for traffic control and several new memberships for the fire and EMS departments.

• Appointment of Special Officers for traffic control during Maxwell Street Days
• Fire/EMS membership applications for Joel Deutsch, Hailey Jett, and Benjamin Gustafson
• EMS membership applications for Joseph Pietrowiak and Teddy Krol
• Fire membership application for Ryan Miller
• Passive membership application for Patty Vahsholtz

Landmarks Commission

The Landmarks Commission is meeting to consider a petitioner's request for a roof replacement. The body will also review minutes from the April 25, 2024 meeting.

• Request to replace roof at W61N512 Washington Avenue

Plan Commission

The Plan Commission will consider final approval for the Cedarway project's architectural and landscape plans. Additionally, the commission will review a recommendation for an updated Floodplain Ordinance to meet state and federal requirements.

• Final approval of site, architectural, and landscape plans for Cedarway at W61 N449 Washington Avenue
• Review of updated Floodplain Ordinance regarding NR 116 and National Flood Insurance Program standards

Diversity Committee

The Diversity Committee will meet to discuss community outreach events and youth engagement opportunities. The body will also consider actions regarding the Cedarburg Community Conversations.

• Discussion and action on Cedarburg Community Conversations outreach events
• Discussion and action on youth engagement opportunities and strategic partnerships

Economic Development Board

The Economic Development Board will meet to review results from the South Business District Survey. The board will also discuss criteria for approved events in Cedarburg.

• Discussion on South Business District Survey Results
• Discussion on Cedarburg approved events criteria

Common Council

The Common Council will interview and appoint a new representative for the 6th District. The body will also consider several business permits and intergovernmental agreements regarding infrastructure and financial planning.

• Appointment of 6th District Alderperson from applicants including Mary-Kay Bourbulas and Kristian K. Lindo
• Intergovernmental Agreement with Town of Cedarburg for Sycamore Drive reconstruction and repairs
• Contracting with Ehlers for a Financial Management Plan
• Class “B” Beer license for Cedars III – Concession Stand at N52 W5925 Portland Road
• Potential purchase of property on Hanover Avenue and sale of property at Pioneer Road and Cardinal Avenue

Landmarks Commission

The Landmarks Commission will review several requests regarding building exteriors and site plans. These items include paint color approvals, shingle replacement, awning modifications, and a patio site plan amendment.

• Paint color approval for Jett Vance Salon at W61 N521 Washington Avenue
• Shingle replacement for Washington LLC at W63 N684 Washington Avenue
• Site plan amendment for Blind Horse at W63N674 Washington Avenue to connect rear patio with the Riverwalk
• Awning and window color changes for PJ Investments at W62N570 Washington Avenue

Joint Fire and EMS Committee

The regularly scheduled meeting of the Joint Fire & EMS Committee for April 24, 2024, has been canceled.

Library Board

The Cedarburg Library Board will meet to review financial statements and receive reports from the Director and school. The board will also discuss and potentially take action on library bylaws and the creation of a Personnel Committee.

• Approval of bills and financial statements
• Discussion and possible action on Library Bylaws
• Discussion and possible action on creation of a Personnel Committee

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will review financial reports and discuss a proposal for the Ehlers Financial Management Plan. The body will also consider updates to the Revenue Policy (FC-1) and discuss Wisconsin Act 128.

• Ehlers Financial Management Plan Proposal
• Update to Revenue Policy (FC-1)
• Discussion on Wisconsin Act 128
• Review of First Quarter Cash & Investment Listing

Community Development Authority

The regularly scheduled meeting for April 16, 2024, has been canceled.

Common Council

The Common Council is conducting an organizational meeting to swear in the Mayor and Aldermen and elect leadership. The body is also considering contracts for legal services and the purchase of police equipment.

• Proposed $11,500 purchase of lighter safety equipment for police officers using funds from a squad car sale
• Proposed renewal of legal services agreement with City Attorney Michael Herbrand from May 1, 2024, to April 30, 2027
• Resolution No. 2024-04 honoring outgoing Mayor Michael O’Keefe
• Mayoral appointment of Jon Scholz and Sherry Bublitz to the Plan Commission
• Election of Common Council President and Plan Commission representative

Light & Water Commission

The commission will meet to review the 2023 financial audit report and the 2023 budget to actual presentation. Members will also discuss a distribution study and 5-year plan.

• Action on 2023 Financial Audit Report by Baker Tilly
• Distribution Study and 5-Year Plan presentation
• 2023 Budget to Actual presentation
• Action on Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) Policy

Landmarks Commission

The Cedarburg Landmarks Commission's regular meeting scheduled for April 11, 2024, has been canceled due to a lack of agenda items. The next regularly scheduled meeting will be held on April 25, 2024. This notice is procedural only and contains no items for discussion or decision.

• April 11, 2024, meeting canceled for lack of agenda items
• Next regular meeting scheduled for April 25, 2024

Public Works & Sewerage Commission

The Public Works and Sewerage Commission meeting scheduled for April 11, 2024, has been canceled. The cancellation is due to a lack of agenda items.

Common Council

The Common Council will discuss awarding a sidewalk repair contract and several ordinances to modify parking restrictions near local schools. The body will also consider a drone purchase for the police department and an amplified music application for Brunch Cedarburg.

• Contract for 2024 Sidewalk Saw-Cutting Program with ASTI Sawing, Inc. for $22,004.73
• Ordinance No. 2024-06 to prohibit parking on the south side of Cleveland Street west of Harrison Avenue
• Ordinance No. 2024-07 to extend school-day parking restrictions from 2 to 4 hours on Cleveland Street between Evergreen Boulevard and Harrison Avenue
• Ordinance Nos. 2024-08 and 2024-09 to extend 2-hour school-day parking restrictions on Cleveland Street and Locust Avenue
• Cedarburg Police Department drone purchase

Parks, Recreation, & Forestry Board

The board will discuss the 2023 Tree City USA report. Staff will also provide updates on parks projects and recreation programs.

• Discussion of 2023 Tree City USA report
• Update on parks and recreation projects
• Update on recreation programs

Economic Development Board

The Economic Development Board will meet to discuss and potentially take action on a survey for businesses in the south business district. The meeting also includes reports from the City Administrator, Council Member Kevin Curley, and the Chamber of Commerce.

• Discussion and possible action on a survey for south business district businesses

Library Board

The Library Board will discuss and potentially take action on the Library Director's annual review. The board is also considering updates to library bylaws and the creation of a Personnel Committee.

• Discussion and possible action on Library Bylaws
• Discussion and possible action on the creation of a Personnel Committee
• Discussion and possible action on Library Director’s Annual Review

Plan Commission

The Plan Commission will consider a request to divide a parcel on Western Road and discuss the future land use of property at Hwy 60 and Sheboygan Road. The body will also review a conceptual plan for the Covered Bridge residential development and a proposed revised Zoning Code.

• Certified Survey Map approval to divide N50 W7106 Western Road into two parcels (22,133sf and 16,200sf)
• Future land use discussion for property at the southeast corner of Hwy 60 and Sheboygan Road
• Review of revised conceptual plan for Covered Bridge residential development
• Recommendation for approval of the revised Zoning Code

Landmarks Commission

The Landmarks Commission meeting scheduled for March 28, 2024, was canceled. The agenda had included a request for exterior paint color approval at W61 N521 Washington Ave.

• Exterior paint color approval request for W61 N521 Washington Ave

Joint Fire and EMS Committee

The Joint Fire & EMS Committee meeting scheduled for March 27, 2024, was canceled.

Library Board

The regularly scheduled meeting of the Library Board for March 27, 2024, has been canceled.

Common Council

The regularly scheduled Common Council meeting for March 25, 2024, has been canceled.

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will review Ehlers monthly summaries for December, January, and February. The committee will also review the December cash and investment listing and discuss potential action on TID #4.

• Ehlers monthly summaries (December, January, and February)
• Ehlers December Yield report
• December Cash & Investment Listing
• Discussion and possible action on TID #4

Community Development Authority

The scheduled meeting of the Community Development Authority for March 19, 2024, has been canceled. This notice was issued by City Clerk Tracie Sette.

• Cancellation of the March 19, 2024 meeting

Light & Water Commission

The Cedarburg Light & Water Commission will review the 2023 Annual Report for the Administrative, Customer Service, and Support Services Department. The meeting includes potential actions regarding travel expense and overtime policies. Additionally, the commission will consider a budget amendment for an accounting laptop replacement.

• Review of 2023 Annual Report and 2024 Preview
• Action on Travel Expense Policy update
• Action on Overtime Policy update
• Budget amendment for accounting laptop replacement
• APPA Legislative Rally Report

Landmarks Commission

The Landmarks Commission will consider several requests for exterior modifications to buildings in Cedarburg. These include porch replacements, a rooftop pergola, and sign plan updates.

• Porch replacement and color scheme request for W63N684 Washington Avenue
• Rooftop pergola proposal for W62N535 Washington Avenue
• Sign plan update for Port Washington State Bank at W61N526 Washington Avenue
• Exterior door updates and site changes for Blind Horse at W63N674 Washington Ave

Public Works & Sewerage Commission

The Public Works and Sewerage Commission will review bids for the 2024 Sidewalk Saw-Cutting Program and the 2024 Street and Utility Project. The meeting also includes discussions on engineering proposals for South Washington Avenue and potential changes to school-day parking limits.

• Request to extend 2-hour parking restrictions to 4 hours on Cleveland Street between Harrison Avenue and Evergreen Boulevard
• Consideration of bids for the 2024 Sidewalk Saw-Cutting Program
• Review of bids for the 2024 Street and Utility Project
• Review of engineering proposals for the South Washington Avenue Design Alternatives Project
• Discussion on the Water Recycling Center Facility Plan evaluation

Police & Fire Commission

The commission will discuss an FGM Architects proposal regarding a Space Needs Analysis for a future Public Safety Building. The meeting also includes consideration of a Fire/EMS membership application and the introduction of a new K9 officer.

• Discussion on FGM Architects proposal for a Space Needs Analysis for a future Public Safety Building
• Application for Fire/EMS membership for Colt Cofta
• Introduction of Nitro, newest K9 member of the Police Department

Library Board

The Cedarburg Library Board will discuss and potentially take action on a settlement agreement offer regarding a terminated employee. The board also plans to enter a closed session to consult with legal counsel regarding litigation strategy.

• Possible action on a settlement agreement offer for a terminated employee
• Closed session to confer with legal counsel regarding litigation strategy

Plan Commission

The Common Council and Plan Commission will discuss the future land use for the Wirth property at the southeast corner of Sheboygan Road and Highway 60. The meeting also includes a review of a concept plan for the north side of Highway 60, which proposes up to 555 residential units. These discussions aim to address conflicts between current zoning and the city's Land Use Plan.

• Land use review for the southeast corner of Sheboygan Road and Hwy 60
• Concept plan review for Highway 60 north side, proposing 555 residential units
• Discussion on potential density levels (Rm-2, Rm-1, or Rd-1) for Wirth property

Common Council

The Common Council and Plan Commission will discuss the future land use of the Wirth property at Sheboygan Road and Highway 60. The meeting also includes a discussion regarding a concept plan for residential development along the north side of Highway 60 toward Five Corners.

• Land use review for the Wirth property at Sheboygan Road and Hwy 60
• Concept plan discussion for the area along the north side of Hwy 60
• Proposed residential project totaling 555 units near Five Corners

Common Council

The Common Council will consider an architect proposal for a Public Safety Building space needs analysis and budget. The agenda also includes discussions on street construction contracts and the potential purchase of property on Hanover Avenue.

• FGMA Architects proposal for Public Safety Building study (up to $36,700)
• 2024 Street and Utility Construction Contract award
• Amendment to US Cellular Cell Tower Agreement
• Potential purchase of property on Hanover Avenue
• 2023 Annual Storm Water Compliance Report approval

Diversity Committee

The Cedarburg Diversity Committee will discuss the terms 'Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.' The committee will also review community outreach events, service projects, and youth engagement opportunities.

• Discussion on the words Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
• Review of Cedarburg Community Conversations outreach events
• Discussion regarding service projects and youth engagement
• Plans for increased committee visibility within the city

Economic Development Board

The Economic Development Board will discuss city ordinances regarding events that serve alcohol. The board will also discuss objectives related to the Economic Development Strategic Plan.

• Discussion and possible recommendation on ordinances for events serving alcohol
• Discussion on Economic Development Strategic Plan objectives
• Reports from the City Administrator and Chamber of Commerce
• Approval of February 7, 2024, meeting minutes

Plan Commission

The Plan Commission will consider final plans, a survey map, and a development agreement for the Cedarway project at W61 N449 Washington Avenue. This development consists of two buildings containing a total of seven townhome units. The commission will also review possible recommendations regarding the revised Zoning Code.

• Final approval of detailed plans, Certified Survey Map, and Development Agreement for Cedarway project at W61 N449 Washington Avenue
• Review of possible recommendation for the revised Zoning Code

Facade Improvement Program Select Ad Hoc Committee

The Façade Improvement Program Select Committee will meet to review grant applications for the city's façade improvement program. The committee may take action on these applications during the meeting.

• Discussion and possible action on Façade Improvement Grant application(s)

Joint Fire and EMS Committee

The regularly scheduled meeting of the Joint Fire/EMS Committee for February 28, 2024, has been canceled. No other agenda items were provided.

• Meeting cancellation

Library Board

The Library Board will review library bylaws and the 2023 Annual Report. The agenda also includes a performance review for the Library Director. Additionally, the board will address an Equal Rights Complaint and a potential employee settlement.

• Review and discussion of Library Bylaws
• Discussion of 2023 Annual Report
• Discussion of Annual Library Director Performance Review
• Discussion regarding an Equal Rights Complaint filed by a terminated employee
• Discussion of employee termination and possible settlement

Landmarks Commission

The scheduled February 22, 2024, meeting of the Cedarburg Landmarks Commission has been canceled. The cancellation is due to a lack of a quorum.

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will review Ehlers monthly summaries, yield reports, and the December Cash & Investment Listing. The committee will also discuss and potentially take action regarding TID #4.

• Discussion and possible action on TID #4
• Ehlers December and January monthly summaries
• Ehlers December Yield report
• December Cash & Investment Listing

Community Development Authority

The scheduled meeting of the Community Development Authority for February 20, 2024, has been canceled. This notice was issued by City Clerk Tracie Sette.

• Cancellation of the February 20, 2024 meeting

Light & Water Commission

The Commission will review the Electric Department's 2023 annual report and 2024 plans. The meeting includes discussions regarding a GIS Analyst position, inventory adjustments, and a review of the compensatory time policy.

• Presentation of the Electric Department Annual Report
• Discussion and action on GIS Analyst Position
• Discussion and action on 2023 Electric and Water Inventory Adjustments
• Discussion and action on Comp Time Policy Review

Library Board

The Cedarburg Library Board is holding a special meeting via Zoom to discuss and potentially take action on an employee termination. The board will enter closed session to confer with legal counsel about the potential costs and outcome of the termination, then reconvene in open session for possible action. The agenda also includes public comments and approval of prior meeting minutes.

• Discussion on potential costs and outcome of employee termination
• Possible action on employee termination in open session
• Approval of January 24, 2024 Closed Session minutes
• Approval of January 4 and January 24, 2024 meeting minutes
• Public comments up to 5 minutes on non-agenda topics

Personnel Committee

The Personnel Committee will meet to discuss potential changes to the City Planner position title and job responsibilities. The committee will also consider a revised Personnel Manual.

• Change to City Planner position title and job responsibilities
• Revised Personnel Manual

Landmarks Commission

The Landmarks Commission will discuss proposed exterior updates for the property at W63 N674 Washington Avenue. The project includes renovating the first floor into a wine tasting room and adding a patio and river walkway extension.

• Exterior renovation of W63 N674 Washington Avenue (Blind Horse Winery)

Public Works & Sewerage Commission

The Commission will discuss school parking on Cleveland Street west of Harrison Avenue. They will also consider a request from P2 Property management for a loading zone on the east side of Hanover Avenue.

• Discussion on School parking on Cleveland Street west of Harrison Avenue
• Request for a loading zone on the east side of Hanover Avenue near Western Road
• Update on Public Works operations
• Update on Water Recycling Plant operations and monthly reports

Parks, Recreation, & Forestry Board

The regularly scheduled meeting of the Park, Recreation & Forestry Board for February 7, 2024, has been canceled.

Economic Development Board

The Economic Development Board will meet to review reports and a presentation. The agenda includes a presentation regarding tourism, promotion, and development.

• Presentation on Tourism, Promotion, and Development

Diversity Committee

The committee will discuss community outreach events, including Cedarburg Community Conversations, and consider a possible action on an MLK Proclamation. Members will also discuss increasing committee visibility, youth engagement opportunities, and service projects.

• Discussion and possible action on MLK Proclamation
• Review and discussion of the Diversity Committee Strategic Plan
• Discussion regarding Cedarburg Community Conversations outreach events
• Discussion on increased in-person committee visibility within the City

Common Council

The Common Council will consider several items including a proposed professional cycling race in the downtown business district on June 18, 2024. The agenda also includes discussions on updated street tree planting and protection policies, as well as new ordinances regarding lead service line replacement.

• Proposed bike race through downtown business district on June 18, 2024
• Ordinance No. 2024-01 regarding Lead Service Line Replacement
• Ordinance No. 2024-02 regarding Private Lead Service Line Replacement Financing
• Resolution No. 2024-03 authorizing a referendum to exceed state levy limits for fire department personnel
• Updates to Parks & Forestry Policies PR-2 (Street Tree Planting) and PR-6 (Tree Protection)

Public Art Commission

The regularly scheduled meeting of the Public Art Commission on January 25, 2024, has been canceled.

Landmarks Commission

The regularly scheduled meeting of the Cedarburg Landmarks Commission for January 25, 2024, has been cancelled.

Joint Fire and EMS Committee

The regularly scheduled meeting of the Joint Fire/EMS Committee for Wednesday, January 24, 2024, has been canceled.

Plan Commission

The Plan Commission will consider a request from St. Francis Borgia to remove a no-left-turn rule on Washington Avenue. The meeting also includes a review of the updated Zoning Code and consultation regarding a potential cellular tower in the Business Park.

• Request to remove No-Left-Turn stipulation at Washington Avenue egress for St. Francis Borgia
• Review and possible recommendation of the updated and revised Zoning Code
• Consultation regarding locating a cellular tower in the Business Park (M-3 zoning)

Finance Committee

The regularly scheduled meeting of the Cedarburg Finance Committee for January 16, 2024, has been cancelled.

Light & Water Commission

The commission will review the Water Department Annual Presentation and the 2024 meeting schedule. The agenda also includes a review of the 2023 workplace culture assessment and employee year-end review comments.

• Water Department Annual Presentation
• 2024 Meeting Schedule and Educational Topic Presentations
• 2023 CL&W Workplace Culture Assessment and Employee EOY Review Comment

Community Development Authority

The regularly scheduled meeting of the Cedarburg Community Development Authority for January 16, 2024, has been canceled.

Landmarks Commission

The Landmarks Commission is meeting to review requests for a facade certificate of appropriateness and sign approval. The agenda also includes the approval of minutes from the November 9, 2023, meeting.

• Facade certificate of appropriateness request for Fyndig Salon at W61 N506 Washington Avenue
• Sign approval request for Wild Lavender Boutique at W63 N12 Washington Avenue

Public Works & Sewerage Commission

The regular meeting of the Public Works & Sewerage Commission scheduled for January 11, 2024, has been cancelled due to a lack of agenda items. The next meeting is scheduled for February 8, 2024.

Police & Fire Commission

The commission will review an application for Joseph V. Panella to join the Active Fire/EMS in the Cedarburg Fire Department. The meeting also includes updates on police and fire department projects.

• Membership application for Joseph V. Panella (Active Fire/EMS)
• Police Department project updates
• Fire Department project updates

Common Council

The Common Council will discuss and potentially approve a one-day cycling event through Cedarburg's downtown on June 18, 2024. The event aims to showcase the community and stimulate local economy.

• Discussion and possible action on bike race in downtown Cedarburg for June 18, 2024
• Resolution No. 2024-01 authorizing a referendum to exceed levy limits for fire department hiring

Library Board

The agenda contains only procedural items for the special meeting. The Board is scheduled to discuss citizen comments and adjourn to a closed session regarding employee termination.

• Closed session to consider employee termination

Diversity Committee

The Diversity Committee will discuss the committee's Strategic Plan and potential community outreach events, including Cedarburg Community Conversations. Members will also discuss increasing committee visibility and exploring youth engagement opportunities.

• Review and discussion of the Diversity Committee Strategic Plan
• Discussion regarding Cedarburg Community Conversations
• Discussion on increasing in-person committee visibility within the City
• Discussion on youth engagement opportunities and strategic partnerships

Economic Development Board

The Economic Development Board will discuss the South Business District and review the Downtown Parking Master Plan. The board also plans to discuss the Planner/Economic Development position and review the Land Use Plan.

• Discussion on the South Business District
• Review of Downtown Parking Master Plan
• Discussion regarding Planner/Economic Development position
• Review of Land Use Plan