Appleton public meetings in 2023

Common Council

The Common Council will review several committee reports covering municipal services, safety licensing, and finance. Items include landfill maintenance contracts, changes to traffic control, and updates to alcohol licensing policies.

• Contract for Closed City of Appleton Landfill operation not to exceed $74,574
• Contract for Closed City of Appleton Landfill cap maintenance not to exceed $44,000
• Use of ARPA funds for Flock license plate reading cameras
• Change order for water service replacements totaling $74,193.13
• Proposed changes to intersection traffic control at Tonka St/Vine St and Plaza Dr/Fountain Av

Common Council

The December 20, 2023, meeting for the Appleton Common Council consists of procedural items and test files. No substantive legislative business or public hearings are scheduled for this session.

• Review of test minutes
• Safety and Licensing Committee test action items

Library Board

The board is reviewing the 2024 library budget, including operational and grant funds. The meeting also includes updates on city policies, building projects, and website redesigns.

• Review of the 2024 Library Budget
• December 2023 Budget Amendment
• Updates to Code of Conduct and Silica policies
• Building project update
• APL website redesign process

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board is reviewing three requests for variances regarding property setbacks and height limits. These items include proposals for fences at 1007 N. Badger Ave. and 618 W. Seymour St., as well as an accessory building at 611 S. Clara St.

• Fence height variance at 1007 N. Badger Ave.
• Accessory building separation variance at 611 S. Clara St.
• Fence height and setback variance at 618 W. Seymour St.

Human Resources & Information Technology Committee

The committee will consider requests to over-hire a Real Estate Property Lister and create a Community Resource Navigator position. The agenda also includes the addition of a silica safety policy and updates to various city policies.

• Request to over-hire Real Estate Property Lister (23-1464)
• Community Resource Navigator Table of Organization Request (23-1474)
• Addition of Silica Safety Policy (23-1475)
• Code of Conduct Policy 2023 Update (23-1477)
• Merging of employment and exit interview policies (23-1480)

City Plan Commission

The City Plan Commission will consider rezoning a commercial district near E. Wisconsin Avenue and N. Lawe Street. The meeting also includes requests to approve a certified survey map for N. Richmond Street and the Southpoint Commerce Park Final Plat.

• Rezoning #9-23: C-2 General Commercial to C-1 Neighborhood Mixed Use at E. Wisconsin Avenue, N. Lawe Street, 1212 N. Union Street, and 605 E. Wisconsin Avenue
• Certified Survey Map #19-23: Combining two parcels into one lot at 1741 N. Richmond Street
• Southpoint Commerce Park Plat No. 4 Final Plat approval
• City acquisition of outlots for public trail purposes within Southpoint Commerce Park

Community Development Committee

The Community & Economic Development Committee is reviewing several development agreements and funding requests. This includes extensions for purchase dates in TIF District No. 11 and a request for a "no build" easement. The committee will also consider allocating CDBG funds for a joint Health/Police Department position.

• Allocation of approximately $86,550 in CDBG funding for a Community Resource Navigator position
• Extension of purchase date to July 31, 2024, for mixed-use development at W. Washington and N. Appleton Streets
• "No build" easement request for $40,000 from Fox Commons Properties, LLC
• Support for a WEDC Community Development Investment Grant by Fox Commons Properties, LLC
• 12-month extension of the City's right to repurchase Lot 1 in Southpoint Commerce Park

Safety and Licensing Committee

The Safety and Licensing Committee is reviewing proposed municipal code updates for alcohol licensing and new regulations for fireworks sales. The agenda also includes several business license applications for liquor, tobacco, pet stores, and taxicab services.

• Proposed revisions to Chapter 9 Article III regarding Alcohol Licensing
• Addition to Chapter 9 of the Municipal Code related to Fireworks Sales
• Police Department Towing Fee Schedule Change
• Class B Liquor license application for McFleshman's Brewing Co., LLC at 115 S State Street
• Cigarette and Tobacco Products Retail License application for Blessing Flower LLC at 219 E College Ave

Board of Health

The Board of Health will consider a request for a new Community Resource Navigator position. The agenda also includes information regarding noise variances, a dangerous animal declaration, and respiratory virus reporting.

• Community Resource Navigator Table of Organization Request
• New noise variances
• Dangerous animal declaration for a dog named Bear
• Respiratory virus and wastewater surveillance reports

Fox Cities Transit Commission

The Commission is reviewing several intermunicipal agreements to provide specialized transportation services in 2024. Action items also include the certification of a public transportation agency safety plan.

• Intermunicipal Agreement with Outagamie County for Specialized Transportation Services
• Intermunicipal Agreement with Winnebago County for Specialized Transportation Services
• Intermunicipal Agreement with Calumet County for Specialized Transportation Services
• Intermunicipal Agreement with City of Neenah for Northern Winnebago Dial-A-Ride Service
• Intermunicipal Agreement with Village of Fox Crossing for Northern Winnebago Dial-A-Ride Service

Utilities Committee

The committee will consider awarding two contracts for stormwater management plan reviews. The meeting also includes information regarding chemical quotation awards and the October water distribution report.

• Stormwater consulting contract award to Brown and Caldwell up to $50,000
• Stormwater consulting contract award to raSmith up to $50,000
• 2024 Joint Chemical Consortium Quotation Awards information
• October 2023 Water Distribution and Meter Team Monthly Report

Parks and Recreation Committee

The Parks and Recreation Committee will review proposed changes to the rental and fee schedules for Houdini Plaza and Jones Park. The committee is also scheduled to approve minutes from the November 6, 2023 meeting.

• Adoption of revised Houdini Plaza Rental and Fee Schedule Policy
• Request to adopt revised Jones Park Rental and Fee Schedule Policy
• Approval of November 6, 2023 meeting minutes

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee is reviewing several action items including the use of ARPA funds for police cameras and a budget amendment for the Parking Utility. The committee will also consider relocation orders for Linwood Avenue and various donations to city departments.

• Resolution #13-R-23: Use of ARPA funding for Flock License Plate Reading Cameras for APD
• Relocation Order associated with the reconstruction of Linwood Avenue
• Change Order #1 to Scott Lamers Construction, LLC: $74,193.13 for water service replacements
• Budget amendment to record $244,000 in ARPA funds as lost revenue for the Parking Utility
• Donation from Community Foundation for the Fox Valley Region for the Appleton Police K9 Program

Municipal Services Committee

The Municipal Services Committee will consider contract awards for the operation and maintenance of the Closed City of Appleton Landfill. The agenda also includes reviews of traffic control changes at specific intersections and updates to Department of Public Works fee schedules.

• Contract award to SCS Engineers for landfill operation not to exceed $74,574
• Single source award to New Paradigm Companies, LLC for landfill cap maintenance not to exceed $44,000
• Approval of 2024 Department of Public Works fee schedules
• Follow-up on traffic control changes at Tonka St/Vine St and Plaza Dr/Fountain Av intersections
• Resolution #11-R-23 regarding overnight parking

Appleton Public Arts Committee

The committee will process the resignation of Kim Kolbe Ritzow and the removal of Claire Jamison. It will also welcome new members Laura Hoekstra and Jayne Laste. Members will discuss the next selection process for artwork in the Houdini Plaza Welcome Tower.

• Resignation of Kim Kolbe Ritzow and removal of Claire Jamison from the committee
• Welcome new appointments, Laura Hoekstra and Jayne Laste, to the committee
• Discussion on the selection process for new artwork in the Houdini Plaza Welcome Tower

Common Council

The Common Council will consider roadway design parameters for Perkins Street and Morrison Street. The agenda also includes a request to approve the 2024 Special Assessment Policy and an interest-free loan from the WI Department of Revenue.

• Perkins Street reconstruction: concrete pavement, new sidewalk, and curb extensions
• Morrison Street reconstruction: asphalt pavement, curb extensions, and a traffic calming circle
• The Boldt Company street occupancy permit extension for Fox Commons City Center Plaza
• 2024 Special Assessment Policy approval
• Resolution #2023-06 to accept an interest-free loan from the WI Department of Revenue

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will review a request to accept an interest-free loan from the Wisconsin Department of Revenue. This action is intended to decrease the 2023 tax levy.

• Resolution #2023-06: Accept interest-free loan from WI Department of Revenue
• Decrease the 2023 Tax Levy

Appleton Redevelopment Authority

The Appleton Redevelopment Authority will review a resolution to authorize a remarketing circular and replacement bonds for the Fox Cities Performing Arts Center Project. The agenda also includes the resignation of Amanda Stuck from the authority.

• Resolution authorizing bond remarketing for Fox Cities Performing Arts Center Project
• Resignation of Amanda Stuck from the ARA
• Approval of minutes from the October 25, 2023 meeting

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee is reviewing resolutions regarding the city budget timeline and the use of ARPA funds for police cameras. The committee is also considering the 2024 Special Assessment Policy and final payments for construction contracts.

• Resolution #14-R-23: Changing the timeline for budget delivery to the Common Council
• Resolution #13-R-23: Using ARPA funding for Flock license plate reading cameras for APD
• Approval of the 2024 Special Assessment Policy and Amethyst Drive Concrete Project
• Final payment request of $46,209.96 for G-20 Sequoia Drive Construction
• Final payment request of $17,380.06 for BMD Concrete Innovations sidewalk construction

Municipal Services Committee

The Municipal Services Committee will review roadway design parameters for Perkins Street and Morrison Street. The agenda also includes a permit extension request for construction on Oneida Street and a resolution to close the Whitman Yard Waste Site.

• Reconstruction of Perkins Street from Prospect Avenue to the RR Tracks
• Reconstruction of Morrison Street from Glendale Avenue to Pershing Street
• Street occupancy permit extension for The Boldt Company at Fox Commons City Center Plaza
• Resolution #12-R-23 regarding the closure of the Whitman Yard Waste Site
• Bird E-Scooter Monthly Report for October 2023

Common Council

The Common Council will consider several items including rezoning requests for St. Therese Congregation at 213 E. Wisconsin Avenue and various municipal contracts. The agenda includes discussions on golf course rates, health department furniture, and stormwater consulting services.

• Public hearing for Comprehensive Plan Map Amendment #2-23 and Rezoning #8-23 for 213 E. Wisconsin Avenue
• Contract award for 2023 Land Acquisition Services to Vogels Buckman Appraisal Group up to $5,500
• Class 'B' Beer and Liquor License application for KMG Capitol Centre, LLC at 725 W Capitol Drive
• Reid Golf Course 2024 Rate Policy
• Health Department Furniture Remodel contract award to Nordon Business Environments for $250,887.34

Human Resources & Information Technology Committee

The committee will consider contract changes for the Appleton Professional Police Association for 2024 through 2026. Members will also review a request to overhire an Executive Assistant to the Police Chief. A recruitment status report will be presented as an information item.

• Request to overhire Executive Assistant to the Police Chief
• Approval of APPA 2024 - 2026 contract changes
• Recruitment Status Report through 11/9/23

Library Board

The Appleton Library Board will review the October 2023 bill register and a November 2023 budget amendment. The board will also consider proposed library closure dates for 2024 and updated committee assignments. Updates regarding building projects and a temporary library move are also scheduled.

• November 2023 Budget Amendment
• Proposed 2024 Library Closure Dates
• Library Director's 2024 End of Year Performance Evaluation
• Temporary Library Move Update
• Updated Committee Assignments 2023-2024

Board of Health

The Board of Health will review several information items including the Q3 report and wastewater SARS-CoV-2 data. The agenda also includes a review of approved noise variances.

• Q3 2023 Quarterly Report
• Wastewater SARS−CoV−2 Report
• November Newsletter
• Approved Noise Variances

Common Council

The Common Council is holding a special session to adopt the 2024 Executive Budget. This includes reviewing budgets for various departments such as Police, Fire, and Public Works. Several amendments regarding fund allocations and service changes are also proposed.

• Adoption of the 2024 Executive Budget across multiple city funds
• Proposed $8,000 addition to Police budget for Flock Safety Cameras
• Proposed removal of $51,500 from Sanitation due to Whitman Yard Waste Site closure
• Proposed reduction in Special Assessment rate for R-1 zoning
• Amendment to increase tire disposal fee to $12 per tire

Appleton Redevelopment Authority Exhibition Center Advisory Committee

The committee will approve minutes from the September 6, 2022 meeting and welcome new member appointments. The agenda also includes tourism updates from the Fox Cities CVB and Exhibition Center updates from Hilton Appleton Paper Valley.

• Approval of September 6, 2022, meeting minutes
• Welcoming new members Todd Stevenson, Brad Vanden Boom, and Kara Homan
• Tourism update from Fox Cities CVB
• Exhibition Center updates from Hilton Appleton Paper Valley

Utilities Committee

The Utilities Committee will consider awarding a stormwater consulting contract to raSmith for construction-related services. The committee will also decide on authorization to opt out of 3M and Du Pont PFAS class action settlements.

• $80,510 stormwater consulting contract with raSmith for Lightning Drive Phase 1
• Authorization to opt-out of 3M and Du Pont PFAS class action settlements

Finance Committee

The committee will consider awarding a contract for the Health Department furniture remodel. Members will also review an energy efficiency grant for the Water Treatment Plant Kathabar Replacement Project. Several updates regarding final payments for construction projects will be presented.

• Awarding Health Department Furniture Remodel to Nordon Business Environments for $250,887.34
• Accepting a $72,564 WIPPI Energy Efficiency Grant for the Water Treatment Plant Kathabar Replacement Project
• Final payment request of $19,371 for the AWWTP F1 Building Renovation Project
• Final payment request of $53,912.24 for the Telulah Pavilion Renovation Project
• Final payment request of $58,277.31 for the Water Plant Hardscapes Project

Library Board

The Library Board will meet to conduct a performance evaluation for the Library Director. The board may enter a closed session to discuss personnel matters.

• 23-1329 Library Director's 2023 End of Year Performance Evaluation

Parks and Recreation Committee

The committee will consider action regarding the 2024 rate policy for Reid Golf Course. The meeting also includes a report on October 2023 revenue, participation, and expenses for the course.

• 2024 Reid Golf Course Rate Policy
• Reid Golf Course October 2023 revenue, participation, and expense report

Municipal Services Committee

The committee will hold a design hearing regarding future 2025 paving projects on Morrison Street and Perkins Street. Additionally, the committee will consider awarding a contract for 2023 land acquisition services.

• Design Hearing for 2025 Paving Projects: Morrison Street (Glendale Avenue to Pershing Street) and Perkins Street (Prospect Avenue to Allen Alley RR Tracks)
• Contract award for 2023 Land Acquisition Services to Vogels Buckman Appraisal Group, not to exceed $5,500
• Inspection Division Permit Summary Comparison Report for October 2023

Common Council

The Common Council will review several committee reports including requests for free parking on Small Business Saturday and a building move. The agenda includes decisions on city program funding, transit labor contracts, and alderperson salaries.

• Free meter parking request for Small Business Saturday, November 25
• Street occupancy permit for Holiday Tree Walk (November 10-12)
• Driveway extension appeal at 519 W. Sixth Street
• Building move from 225 N. Badger Ave to 1839 W. Winnebago Street
• Approval of 2024 Community Development Block Grant funding

Common Council

The Common Council will hold a public hearing regarding the 2024 Proposed Executive Budget and Service Plan. This meeting is part of the city's budgetary process.

• Public Hearing on the 2024 Proposed Executive Budget & Service Plan

Safety and Licensing Committee

The Safety and Licensing Committee is meeting to act on a recommendation to deny an operator license for Katie Baxley. This follows a previous session where the application was reconsidered after the applicant appeared before the committee.

• Recommended denial of an operator license for Katie Baxley (Item 23-1187)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee is conducting a budget workshop to review requests for approving numerous departmental and special revenue fund budgets. These include funding requests for public works, police, fire, and library services.

• Requests to approve Wastewater, Water, and Stormwater budgets
• Requests to approve Public Works and Sanitation budgets
• Requests to approve Police and Fire budgets
• Requests to approve Library and Parks and Recreation budgets
• Requests to approve various special revenue fund budgets

City Plan Commission

The Commission will consider a Special Use Permit to expand an existing restaurant and sidewalk cafe. The proposal includes alcohol sales and consumption on the adjacent property at 206 East College Avenue.

• Special Use Permit #11-23 for restaurant expansion at 204 and 206 East College Avenue

Community Development Committee

The committee will hold a public hearing regarding the 2024 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program and community needs. It will also consider a request to approve City Program Funding for the 2024 CDBG year.

• Public hearing for 2024 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funding and community needs
• Request to approve City Program Funding for the 2024 CDBG program
• Approval of minutes from the October 11, 2023 meeting

Human Resources & Information Technology Committee

The Human Resources & Information Technology Committee is reviewing several action items including a Valley Transit Teamsters contract. The meeting also includes information regarding the 2024 IT and Human Resources budgets.

• Valley Transit Teamsters 2024-2026 contract changes
• Approval of Alderperson salaries
• 2024 Information Technology budget
• 2024 Human Resources budget
• Clarification on COA Mayor compensation for term starting April 2024

Appleton Redevelopment Authority

The authority will consider an amendment to the offer to purchase 222 N. Oneida Street from Valley Transit. The meeting also includes a closed session to discuss real estate negotiations regarding the potential sale of this property.

• Amendment to the Offer to Purchase for 222 N. Oneida Street
• Closed session discussion regarding real estate negotiations for 222 N. Oneida Street
• Approval of minutes from the October 11, 2023 meeting

Safety and Licensing Committee

The Safety and Licensing Committee will consider several alcohol and tobacco license applications. The committee will also review budget updates for the City Clerk, Police Department, and Fire Department.

• Recommended denial of an operator license for Katie Baxley
• Class 'B' Beer and Liquor License application for KMG Capitol Centre, LLC at 725 W Capitol Drive
• Cigarette and Tobacco Products Retail License application for JSH Corporation d/b/a The Dispo at 2929 N Richmond St Suite 1
• Temporary Class 'B' Beer License for St. Francis Xavier Booster Club at 1600 W Prospect Ave
• 2024 Police Department and Fire Department budget updates

Fox Cities Transit Commission

The Commission will review August and September payments and consider a contract with SRF Consulting. The meeting also includes information regarding the 2024 Valley Transit Budget.

• Approval of August and September 2023 payments
• Contract with SRF Consulting for professional services
• Purchase order to Smart Spaces for audio visual equipment
• Review of the 2024 Valley Transit Budget

Utilities Committee

The committee will discuss the 2024 Utilities Department budget and review the status of the DuPont and 3M PFAS settlement. The agenda also includes monthly reports for wastewater and water treatment facilities covering July through September 2023.

• Review of DuPont and 3M Multijurisdictional PFAS Settlement Status
• Discussion of the 2024 Utilities Department Budget
• Monthly reports for wastewater and water treatment (July–September 2023)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee is reviewing a development agreement for the Fourth Addition to Clearwater Creek. The committee is also reviewing budget adjustments for public safety equipment and change orders for water treatment plant construction.

• Approval of Fourth Addition to Clearwater Creek Development Agreement
• Final payment request of $19,371.00 for F-1 Bldg Improvements
• Budget adjustment of $9,465 for Public Safety Grant Fund Flock System costs
• Change orders #7 and #8 for AWWTP Sludge Storage Building totaling $32,372
• Review of 2024 Finance and Risk Management Budgets

Municipal Services Committee

The Municipal Services Committee will consider requests for street occupancy and parking accommodations for upcoming holiday events. The committee will also review a driveway extension appeal and a request to move a small building.

• Free ramp and meter parking request for Small Business Saturday on November 25, 2023
• Street Occupancy Permit for Holiday Tree Walk from November 10 to November 12, 2023
• Driveway extension appeal for 519 W. Sixth Street
• Building move from 225 N. Badger Ave to 1839 W. Winnebago Street
• Resolution #11-R-23 regarding overnight parking

Common Council

The Common Council is reviewing several requests including a rezoning for 4704 N. Ballard Rd and utility rate adjustments. The agenda also includes budget amendments for the City Hall Remodel and various committee reports.

• Rezoning of 4704 N. Ballard Rd to C-2 General Commercial District
• $1,000,000 ARPA grant award to Thompson Center on Lourdes, Inc.
• 7% wastewater rate increase and compost fee change to $13/cu. yard
• $37,400 budget transfer from Jones Park Shade Project to City Hall Remodel
• Stormwater consulting contract with Brown and Caldwell up to $50,000

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will meet to consider a request to award an American Rescue Plan Act grant. The action item involves funding for the Thompson Center on Lourdes, Inc.

• $1,000,000 American Rescue Plan Act grant request for Thompson Center on Lourdes, Inc.

Library Board

The Library Board is considering a temporary closure to move the library from South Kensington Drive to East College Avenue. The board will also review furniture contracts, a sublease agreement for the Thompson Center on Lourdes, and a workforce development grant intent to apply.

• Award furniture contracts to Systems Furniture for $184,016.63
• Request to award move to Boulevard Relocation Services for $177,119.42 plus 5% contingency
• Temporary library closure from November 22, 2023, to January 8, 2024
• Intent to apply for Outagamie County ARPA Workforce Development Grant
• Sublease agreement between Appleton Public Library and the Thompson Center on Lourdes

City Plan Commission

The City Plan Commission is considering a request to amend the Comprehensive Plan and rezone the property at 213 E. Wisconsin Avenue. The proposal involves changing the land use designation from Public/Institutional to Mixed-Use and updating the zoning from PD/C-O to C-1 Neighborhood Mixed Use District.

• Comprehensive Plan Future Land Use Map Amendment #2-23 for 213 E. Wisconsin Avenue
• Rezoning #8-23 for 213 E. Wisconsin Avenue from PD/C-O to C-1 Neighborhood Mixed Use District

Community Development Committee

The committee will consider a Neighborhood Grant Program request submitted by the Historic Central Neighborhood. The meeting also includes an information item regarding the 2024 Community & Economic Development Department Budget.

• Neighborhood Grant Program request from Historic Central Neighborhood
• 2024 Community & Economic Development Department Budget overview

Board of Health

The Board of Health will review a resolution regarding mental health awareness and services. The meeting also includes information items concerning the 2024 Health Department budget and proposed environmental health fees.

• Resolution #9-R-23: Mental Health Awareness & Services
• 2024 Health Department Budget
• Proposed April 2024 Environmental Health Fees
• New Noise Variances

Human Resources & Information Technology Committee

The committee will review requests regarding lieutenant over-hire and compensation for the City Attorney and Mayor. Information items include updates on the Connecting Care Clinic, health insurance, and library organizational changes.

• Lieutenant Over Hire Request
• City of Appleton Attorney Compensation for May 2024 term
• City of Appleton Mayor Compensation for April 2024 Term
• Connecting Care Clinic update regarding facility space and ROI
• Appleton Public Library Table of Organization Change

Appleton Redevelopment Authority

The authority will review a request to approve an amendment to the Offer to Purchase from Valley Transit for 222 N. Oneida Street. Members may also enter closed session to discuss real estate negotiations regarding the potential sale of that property. The meeting includes an information item on the 2024 City of Appleton Executive Budget.

• Amendment to Offer to Purchase for 222 N. Oneida Street
• Closed session discussion on real estate negotiations for 222 N. Oneida Street
• Review of 2024 City of Appleton Executive Budget

Utilities Committee

The committee will review proposed wastewater rate increases and compost fee changes effective January 1, 2024. Members will also consider contract awards and amendments for stormwater consulting services related to the Interstate 41 Reconstruction Project.

• 7% wastewater rate increase for general and special hauled waste service
• Increase compost fee to $13/cu. yard effective January 1, 2024
• Stormwater Consulting Services contract for Interstate 41 Reconstruction not to exceed $50,000
• Amendment to Stormwater Management Plan Review contract up to a total of $75,000
• 2024 Utilities Department Budget Discussion

Parks and Recreation Committee

The committee will review information items regarding the 2024 proposed budgets for Parks and Recreation, Special Revenue Funds, and Reid Golf Course. The agenda also includes a September 2023 revenue and expense report for Reid Golf Course.

• 2024 Proposed Budget for Parks & Recreation
• 2024 Proposed Budget for Reid Golf Course
• 2024 Proposed Budget for Special Revenue Funds
• September 2023 Reid Golf Course revenue and expense report

Finance Committee

The committee will consider a budget amendment to shift $37,400 from Jones Park to the City Hall Remodel Project. Members will also review several change orders related to water plant construction projects and upcoming 2024 budgets.

• Budget amendment: -$37,400 for Jones Park Shade Project; +$37,400 for City Hall Remodel Project
• Final payment request of $58,277.31 for Water Plant Parking Lot Replacement
• Change Order #5 to Miron Construction for AWWTP Sludge Storage Building Addition ($43,722.80)
• Change Order #1 to Staab Construction for AWWTP Phase I Belt Filter Press Equipment Upgrades ($22,725 deduct)
• Change Order #6 to Miron Construction for AWWTP Sludge Storage Building Addition ($46,436.94)

Common Council

The Appleton Common Council will review the 2024 Executive Budget and Service Plan presentation. The agenda includes public hearings for rezoning 303 E. Fremont Street and various zoning ordinance text amendments. The council will also consider committee reports regarding police technology and housing development consulting.

• Rezoning of 303 E. Fremont Street from commercial to single-family district
• $32,000 contract award for housing development consulting services
• Police Department request for Flock Safety ALPR cameras
• Update to land use application fees
• Resolution regarding the Alternate Lawe Street Truck Route

Board of Review

The Board of Review will present the 2023 Assessment Roll, Omitted Roll, and Correction of Error Roll. Members will hear testimony from scheduled objectors regarding specific properties and make determinations as time allows.

• Azco, Inc. omitted property: $822,700
• Gary Schmidt personal property correction: $3,200
• Objection hearing for 726 S Mason Street (Jason Lewandoski)
• Objection hearing for 3305 & 3315 N Ballard Rd (Steve Winter of Ballard Square, LLC)

City Plan Commission

The Commission will consider a rezoning request for parcels at 4704 N. Ballard Road. Additionally, members will review the Fourth Addition to Clearwater Creek Final Plat and receive information regarding housing development consulting services.

• Rezoning #7-23: 4704 N. Ballard Road from Temporary AG/R-1A to C-2 General Commercial District
• Fourth Addition to Clearwater Creek Final Plat approval request
• Consulting services contract for City of Appleton Housing Development Policy

Community Development Committee

The Committee is reviewing a request to award a contract to Green Bicycle Co. for consulting services related to the City of Appleton Housing Development Policy. The services include stakeholder engagement and process development.

• Contract award to Green Bicycle Co. for housing development consulting ($32,000)
• Approval of minutes from the September 13, 2023 meeting

Safety and Licensing Committee

The Safety and Licensing Committee will consider a sole source request from the Police Department for Flock Safety ALPR cameras. The committee will also review several temporary beer, wine, and cigarette license applications.

• Police Department sole source request for Flock Safety ALPR cameras
• Cigarette license application for Rehan Grocery LLC d/b/a Halal International Market at 2310 W College Ave Suite D
• Temporary Class B wine application for Appleton Downtown Inc at participating downtown businesses on October 5, 2023
• Temporary Class B beer and wine application for Appleton Downtown Inc at Houdini Plaza on November 11, 2023
• Temporary Class B beer license application for Building for Kids Inc at 100 W College Ave

Municipal Services Committee

The Municipal Services Committee will review a resolution regarding the Alternate Lawe Street Truck Route. The committee will also consider a parking restriction change on the 700 block of E. Arnold Street following a six-month evaluation period.

• Resolution #10-2-22, Alternate Lawe Street Truck Route
• Parking restriction change on the 700 block of E. Arnold Street

Common Council

The Common Council will review several items including land rezoning for Clearwater Creek, various liquor license applications, and updates to city fee schedules. The meeting also includes discussions on state shared revenue aid and a street occupancy permit for construction on Oneida Street.

• Rezoning of vacant land near E. Sweetwater Way for the Fourth Addition to Clearwater Creek
• Street occupancy permit for The Boldt Company on Oneida Street through December 31, 2023
• 2024 City Clerk's Office License Fee Changes
• Allocation of $1,926,000 in State Shared Revenue Aid
• Change order for Unit H-21 Redundant Raw Water Line totaling a $200,000 increase

Library Board

The Library Board will review several action items including a budget amendment and service agreements. The board is also scheduled to award multiple contracts for library furniture, audio-visual equipment, and commissioning services.

• Award furniture contracts to Thomas Interiors, Building Services Inc., Emmons Business Interiors, Library Furniture International, and Nordon Business Interiors
• Award AV contract to Smart Spaces for a total not to exceed $752,294.25
• Award commissioning contract to E Cube for $82,000
• Review September 2023 Budget Amendment
• Review 2024 OWLS Resource Library and Service Agreements

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board will review two requests regarding signage at 2500 E. Capitol Dr. One request involves a ground sign exceeding the size limit for Highway 41, and another proposes an electronic message board larger than allowed by current ordinance.

• Ground sign proposal of 592 sq ft at 2500 E. Capitol Dr.
• Electronic message board proposal of 280 sq ft at 2500 E. Capitol Dr.

City Plan Commission

The commission will consider several rezoning requests, including residential conversions and agricultural district changes. The agenda also includes a special use permit for a restaurant with alcohol sales and updates to the municipal zoning ordinance.

• Special Use Permit #10-23 for a restaurant with alcohol sales at 1619 W. College Avenue, Suite A
• Rezoning #6-23 for 303 E. Fremont Street from General Commercial to R-1B Single-family District
• Proposed text amendments to Chapter 23 Zoning Ordinance of the Municipal Code
• Resolution #2023-04 to update land use applications fee schedule
• Rezoning #5-23 for vacant land near E. Sweetwater Way from Agricultural to R-1B Single-family District

Community Development Committee

The Community & Economic Development Committee will review a resolution regarding bird safe glass requirements for the Appleton Municipal Code. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from the August 9, 2023, meeting.

• Resolution #6-R-23: Addition of Bird Safe Glass requirements to Appleton Municipal Code
• Approval of minutes from the August 9, 2023, meeting

Safety and Licensing Committee

The Safety and Licensing Committee will consider updates to the City Clerk's office license fee schedule for 2024. The committee is also reviewing revisions to Chapter 6 of the Appleton Municipal Code regarding the Fire Department. Additionally, several liquor license applications are up for action.

• 2024 City Clerk's Office License Fee Changes
• Revisions to Appleton Municipal Code Chapter 6 for the Fire Department
• Class 'B' Beer and 'Class C' Wine license application for Broken Tree Pizza
• Class 'B' Beer and 'Class C' Wine license application for Board & Brush Creative Studio
• Permanent Premise Amendment for Maritime Bar

Board of Health

The Appleton Board of Health is reviewing proposed changes to city ordinances regarding tattoo and body piercing establishments and manufactured or mobile home communities. The board will also consider a resolution on mental health awareness and a noise variance request for Madison Middle School construction.

• Proposed ordinance update for Tattoo and Body Piercing Establishments (Chapter 9, Article XVIII)
• Proposed ordinance update for Manufactured and Mobile Homes (Chapter 11)
• Resolution #9-R-23 regarding Mental Health Awareness & Services
• Noise variance request for Madison Middle School construction
• Policy AHD001 regarding the creation and maintenance of policies

Joint Review Board

The Joint Review Board will review the 2022 Annual Report for Tax Incremental Financing District #7 as an information item. The meeting also includes public participation and approval of minutes from September 15, 2022.

• Review of 2022 Annual Report for Tax Incremental Financing District #7
• Public participation hearing
• Approval of minutes from September 15, 2022

Fox Cities Transit Commission

The Fox Cities Transit Commission will review July 2023 financial and ridership reports. The meeting includes actions to approve July payments and authorize Whitman Office Furniture purchases.

• Authorization to purchase Whitman Office Furniture
• Approval of July 2023 payments
• Review of July 2023 ridership report
• Review of July 2023 financial report
• Updates on bus tracking, Whitman renovation, and Transit Center

The Fox Cities Transit Commission approved the July 2023 meeting minutes, approved July 2023 payments, and recommended approval of an office furniture purchase, all by voice vote. The motions were carried. Scheduled meetings for September 26 and October 10 were cancelled.

• Approved July 2023 meeting minutes (voice vote)
• Approved July 2023 payments (voice vote)
• Recommended approval of office furniture purchase (voice vote)
• Cancelled September 26, 2023 meeting
• Cancelled October 10, 2023 meeting
• Adjourned meeting unanimously

Joint Review Board

The Joint Review Board will review the 2022 Annual Reports for Tax Incremental Financing Districts #3, 8, 9, 10, 11, and 12 located within Outagamie County. The meeting also includes a public participation period.

• Review of 2022 Annual Reports for TIF Districts #3, 8, 9, 10, 11, and 12
• Public participation hearing

The Joint Review Board approved the minutes from the September 21, 2022 meeting. Members reviewed the 2022 annual reports for Tax Incremental Financing Districts #3, 8, 9, 10, 11, and 12. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved minutes from 9-21-22 (4-0)

Utilities Committee

The Utilities Committee will review a contract amendment for the Lightning Drive Extension final design. The meeting also includes information regarding weather impacts on the Appleton Wastewater Treatment Plant and July water distribution reports.

• Amend 2021D Stormwater Consulting Services Contract for Lightning Drive Extension by $27,500
• Total contract amount not to exceed $159,500 with raSmith
• Information item on 2023 Weather Impact on the Appleton Wastewater Treatment Plant
• July 2023 Water Distribution and Meter Team Monthly Report

The committee approved the August 8, 2023 Utilities Committee meeting minutes. It also approved an amendment to the 2021D Stormwater Consulting Services contract for the Lightning Drive Extension, increasing the amount by $27,500 to a total not to exceed $159,500. Both motions were carried with all five members voting aye.

• Approved August 8, 2023 meeting minutes (5 aye)
• Approved amendment to Stormwater Consulting Services contract, increase $27,500, total ≤ $159,500 (5 aye)

Finance Committee

The committee will consider the allocation of State Shared Revenue Aid and a change order for the Unit H-21 Redundant Raw Water Line project. Information regarding final payment for Telulah Trail hardscape work will also be presented.

• Resolution #10-R-23: Allocation of State Shared Revenue Aid
• Change Order #3 for Unit H-21 Redundant Raw Water Line ($200,000 contingency decrease)
• Final payment request for Telulah Trail Parks Hardscape ($17,928.72)

The committee recommended the denial of a resolution regarding the allocation of State Shared Revenue Aid. It also recommended approval of a $200,000 change order for a raw water line project. A final payment report for Telulah Trail hardscape work was received and filed.

• Recommended denial of Resolution #10-R-23 Allocation of State Shared Revenue Aid (3-2)
• Recommended approval of Change Order #3 for Unit H-21 Redundant Raw Water Line for $200,000 (5-0)
• Approved August 21, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)

Municipal Services Committee

The committee will consider a request from The Boldt Company for a street occupancy permit on Oneida Street to allow for fencing and staging at the Fox Commons City Center Plaza through December 31, 2023. The meeting also includes reviews of August 2023 reports regarding inspection permits and e-scooter usage.

• Permit request for construction fencing and staging on Oneida Street
• August 2023 Inspection Division Permit Summary Comparison Report
• August 2023 Bird E-Scooter Monthly Report

The Municipal Services Committee recommended approval of a permanent street occupancy permit for The Boldt Company. This permit allows for perimeter fencing and staging on Oneida Street south of Washington Street through December 31, 2023.

• Recommended approval of permanent street occupancy permit for Fox Commons City Center Plaza construction on Oneida Street (3-0)
• Approved August 21, 2023 meeting minutes (3-0)

Common Council

The Common Council will consider several land use items including a street vacation for E. Circle Street and rezoning for the Fourth Addition to Clearwater Creek. The meeting also includes multiple contract awards for water treatment plant upgrades and park improvements.

• Rezoning #5-23: Fourth Addition to Clearwater Creek from Agricultural to Single Family District
• Street vacation of E. Circle Street from N. Durkee Street to N. Drew Street
• AWWTP Grit System & Raw Sludge Pump Replacement Project bid award up to $630,691
• Memorial Park Miracle League Field Resurfacing Project contract for $279,000
• New streetlight installation at 1617/1625 W. Weiland Lane for $4,673.49

The Common Council approved several high-value contracts for the AWWTP Waste Heat to Power Project and park improvements. It also approved a street vacation and a credit union annexation. Two requests regarding the Fourth Addition to Clearwater Creek were referred back to the City Plan Commission.

• Approved $406,000 sole source contract to Gulf Coast Green Energy for generators (13-3)
• Approved $630,691 (max) AWWTP Grit System & Raw Sludge Pump project to August Winter and Sons Inc.
• Approved $292,950 (max) Memorial Park Miracle League Field Resurfacing to Kiefer U.S.A.
• Approved $77,000 (max) Memorial Park ADA Upgrades to Northeast Asphalt, Inc.
• Approved final resolution for the E. Circle Street vacation (13-0)
• Approved Prospera Credit Union annexation of approximately 0.98 acre
• Approved $4,673.49 for new streetlight installation at 1617/1625 W. Weiland Lane (13-0)
• Denied St. Joseph's Cemetery reimbursement request for Veteran graves maintenance

Safety and Licensing Committee

The Safety and Licensing Committee is reviewing liquor license applications. This includes a 'Class B' liquor license for Dairyland Brew Pub and a temporary beer and wine license for the St. Joseph Catholic Church Fall Festival.

• Reserve 'Class B' Liquor License for Dairyland Brew Pub at 1216 E Wisconsin Ave
• Temporary Class 'B' Beer and Wine License for St. Joseph Catholic Church (Sept 9-10, 2023)

The Safety and Licensing Committee recommended approval for a reserve liquor license and approved a temporary beer and wine license. Both actions were passed by a 4-0 vote with one member excused.

• Recommended approval of Reserve 'Class B' Liquor License for Dairyland Brewing Co LLC d/b/a Dairyland Brew Pub at 1216 E Wisconsin Ave (4-0)
• Approved Temporary Class 'B' Beer and 'Class B' Wine License for St. Joseph Catholic Church at 404 W Lawrence St for September 9-10, 2023 (4-0)

Municipal Services Committee

This meeting agenda consists of procedural items and Granicus software training tests. No official city business or legislative actions are listed for this session.

• Approval of Granicus training test minutes
• Review of Granicus training test files #1 and #2
• Consideration of a Granicus training test resolution

City Plan Commission

The City Plan Commission is considering the annexation of approximately 0.98 acres at 4704 N. Ballard Road for Prospera Credit Union. The commission will also review a request to reconfigure five parcels into two near E. Vantage Drive and S. Alliance Drive. Additionally, information was presented regarding proposed draft text amendments to the Chapter 23 Zoning Ordinance.

• Annexation of approximately 0.98 acre at 4704 N. Ballard Road for Prospera Credit Union
• Request to approve Certified Survey Map #10-23 to reconfigure five parcels into two
• Proposed draft text amendments to the Chapter 23 Zoning Ordinance

The City Plan Commission recommended approval for the annexation of a 0.98-acre site and a certified survey map to reconfigure five parcels into two. The commission also discussed proposed draft text amendments to the Chapter 23 Zoning Ordinance.

• Recommended approval of Prospera Credit Union Annexation at 4704 N. Ballard Road (6-0)
• Recommended approval of Certified Survey Map #10-23 to combine 5 parcels into 2 (6-0)
• Approved minutes from 8-9-23 meeting (6-0)

Safety and Licensing Committee

The Safety and Licensing Committee will review a request from the Fire Department to purchase radio equipment. The meeting also includes updates on EMS hiring, energy grants, and a joint command post purchase.

• Fire Department request to purchase radio equipment
• Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant application with $24,843 allocation shared with Outagamie County
• Special events including Summer Beverage Stroll, Parish Fest, Corn Roast, and Miller Electric Family Picnic
• Update on joint purchase of Command Post

The Safety and Licensing Committee recommended the approval of a request for the Fire Department to purchase radio equipment. The committee also approved the minutes from the August 9 and August 16, 2023 meetings.

• Recommended approval for Fire Department radio equipment purchase (5-0)
• Approved minutes from 08/09/2023 and 08/16/2023 (5-0)

Finance Committee

The committee is reviewing several action items including infrastructure projects for the AWWTP and Memorial Park. Discussions include awarding contracts for pump replacements, field resurfacing, and ADA upgrades.

• AWWTP Grit System & Raw Sludge Pump replacement bid of $573,355 to August Winter and Sons Inc.
• 2023 Memorial Park Miracle League Field Resurfacing Project contract of $279,000 to Kiefer U.S.A.
• Wisconsin Department of Transportation Signals and ITS Standalone Program Grant Application for $220,750
• AWWTP Waste Heat to Power Project grant acceptance of $498,000 from Public Service Commission
• 2023 Appleton Memorial Park ADA Upgrades Project contract of $66,875 to Northeast Asphalt, Inc.

The Finance Committee recommended approval for several infrastructure projects, including wastewater treatment plant upgrades and park improvements. The committee also recommended the denial of a reimbursement request for St. Joseph's Cemetery.

• Recommended approval of AWWTP Grit System & Raw Sludge Pump project award to August Winter and Sons Inc. for up to $630,691 (4-0)
• Recommended approval of Memorial Park Miracle League Field Resurfacing contract to Kiefer U.S.A. for up to $292,950 (4-0)
• Recommended approval of WisDOT Signals and ITS Standalone Program Grant application for $220,750 (4-0)
• Recommended approval to accept PSC Energy Innovation Grant of $498,000 and Focus on Energy grant of $57,736 for AWWTP Waste Heat to Power Project (4-0)
• Recommended approval of $350,000 balance transfer to AWWTP Waste to Heat Project (4-0)
• Recommended approval of $406,000 sole source contract to Gulf Coast Green Energy for generators (4-0)
• Recommended approval of Memorial Park ADA Upgrades contract to Northeast Asphalt, Inc. for up to $77,000 (4-0)
• Recommended denial of St. Joseph's Cemetery reimbursement request for Veteran graves maintenance (4-0)

Parks and Recreation Committee

The committee will consider a resolution requesting permission to apply for a Wisconsin Department of Transportation grant. The agenda also includes a review of the July 2023 revenue and expense report for Reid Golf Course.

• Resolution R-2023-03: Request permission to apply for DOT grant
• July 2023 Reid Golf Course participation, revenue, and expense report
• Approval of July 24, 2023, meeting minutes

The Parks and Recreation Committee recommended approval of a resolution to apply for a WisDOT grant. The committee also approved the minutes from the July 24, 2023 meeting and reviewed the July 2023 Reid Golf Course report.

• Approved minutes from 07-24-23 meeting (4-0)
• Recommended approval of Resolution R-2023-03 to apply for DOT Grant (4-0)

Municipal Services Committee

The Municipal Services Committee will review requests for a transportation grant and new street lighting. The committee will also receive updates on parking utility revenues from May through July 2023.

• $220,750 WisDOT Signals and ITS Standalone Program Grant Application
• Police Department request for parking only in the 200 block of S. Elm Street
• $4,673.49 streetlight installation at 1617/1625 W. Weiland Lane
• Parking Utility Monthly Revenue update for May, June, and July 2023

The Municipal Services Committee recommended approval for a WisDOT grant application and two local infrastructure requests. The committee also reviewed monthly parking utility revenue updates for May through July 2023.

• Recommended approval of WisDOT Signals and ITS Standalone Program Grant Application for $220,750 (5-0)
• Recommended approval of Police Department request for Community Service Van Parking Only in the 200 block of S. Elm Street (5-0)
• Recommended approval of new streetlight installation at 1617/1625 W. Weiland Lane for $4,673.49 (5-0)
• Approved August 7, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)

Common Council

The Common Council will review several committee reports including municipal services, safety, and finance. Key items include a request to issue $20,200,000 in promissory notes and a contract for the Lundgaard Park Development Project.

• Sale of $20,200,000 in General Obligation Promissory Notes
• Lundgaard Park Development Project contract up to $1,048,177.70
• AWTF Clearwells and Lindbergh Standpipe engineering contract up to $40,010
• Fire Department service agreement with Gold Cross Ambulance
• Street occupancy permit for Appleton Library construction site through October 24, 2024

The Common Council authorized the sale of $20.2 million in General Obligation Promissory Notes and awarded a contract for the Lundgaard Park Development Project. The council also approved several street occupancy permits and liquor license applications.

• Approved sale of $20,200,000 in General Obligation Promissory Notes (14-0)
• Awarded Lundgaard Park Development Project contract to Vinton Construction Company not to exceed $1,048,177.70 (14-0)
• Approved Terrace Occupancy Permit for 1007 N. Badger Avenue (13-1)
• Approved alcohol license stipulation for Speakeasy Ultra Lounge (14-0)
• Approved $40,010 engineering contract for AWTF Clearwells and Lindbergh Standpipe Project (Approved)
• Approved $21,326.18 real estate property tax refund for Dental Associates (Approved)
• Approved liquor licenses for El Guadalajara Mexican Restaurant and Lumberjack Johnny's (Approved)
• Approved street occupancy permits for OB’s Brau Haus and Appleton Library construction (Approved)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will review a presentation on the results of the 2023 General Obligation Notes Sale and consider a resolution to authorize the sale and issuance of Series 2023 General Obligation Promissory Notes.

• Presentation on the results of the 2023 General Obligation Notes Sale by Brad Viegut from Baird
• Resolution 23-0987 authorizing the sale and issuance of General Obligation Promissory Notes, Series 2023

The Finance Committee reviewed the results of the 2023 General Obligation Notes Sale. The committee recommended approval of the resolution authorizing the sale and issuance of General Obligation Promissory Notes, Series 2023.

• Recommended approval of Resolution authorizing the sale and issuance of General Obligation Promissory Notes, Series 2023 (3-0)

Safety and Licensing Committee

The Safety and Licensing Committee will consider a temporary Class "B" beer and wine license application. The request is for an event at Pierce Park on August 23, 2023, contingent upon approval from the Police, Fire, and Health departments.

• Temporary Class "B" Beer and "Class B" Wine License: Republican Party of Outagamie County at Pierce Park (1035 W Prospect Ave)

The committee approved a temporary Class "B" beer and wine license for an event at Pierce Park. The approval is contingent upon clearance from the Police, Fire, and Health departments.

• Approved Temporary Class "B" Beer and "Class B" Wine License for Republican Party of Outagamie County at Pierce Park on August 23, 2023 (3-0)

Library Board

The Library Board is meeting to review the July 2023 bill register and a budget amendment for August 2023. The board will also receive reports from the Nominating Committee and the Personnel & Policy Committee.

• August 2023 Budget Amendment
• July 2023 Bill Register
• Report of the Nominating Committee
• Report of the Personnel & Policy Committee
• Building Project Update

The Library Board approved the 2023-2024 officer slate, naming Margret Mann as President and Nancy Scheuerman as Vice President. The board also approved the July 2023 bill register and a budget amendment for August 2023 via a consent agenda.

• Approved July 18, 2023 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Approved July 2023 Bill Register (6-0)
• Approved August 2023 Budget Amendment (6-0)
• Approved 2023-2024 officers: Margret Mann (President) and Nancy Scheuerman (Vice President) (6-0)
• Approved Personnel & Policy Committee report (6-0)

Safety and Licensing Committee

The committee will conduct a hearing regarding an alcohol license suspension for Speakeasy Ultra Lounge. The agenda also includes reviewing fire department service agreements and new liquor license applications.

• Alcohol license suspension hearing for Speakeasy Ultra Lounge
• Fire Department service agreement for Gold Cross Ambulance
• Fire Department contract with the Department of Military Affairs
• Liquor license application for El Guadalajara Mexican Restaurant
• Beer license application for Lumberjack Johnny's

The Safety and Licensing Committee recommended approval for a Fire Department service agreement with Gold Cross Ambulance and a contract for Radiological Field Team Services. The committee also recommended approval for two liquor licenses and a stipulation regarding an alcohol license suspension.

• Recommended approval of alcohol license suspension stipulation for Speakeasy Ultra Lounge (5-0)
• Approved amendment to Gold Cross Ambulance service agreement to require reports every 6 months (5-0)
• Recommended approval of amended Gold Cross Ambulance service agreement (5-0)
• Recommended approval of Fire Department contract with Department of Military Affairs for Radiological Field Team Services (5-0)
• Recommended approval of Reserve Class B liquor license for El Guadalajara Mexican Restaurant (5-0)
• Recommended approval of Class B beer license for Lumberjack Johnny's (5-0)
• Approved minutes from 07/26/2023 (5-0)

City Plan Commission

The City Plan Commission is considering rezoning vacant land near E. Sweetwater Way from agricultural to single-family residential. The commission will also review the preliminary plat for the Fourth Addition to Clearwater Creek. Proposed text amendments to the Chapter 23 Zoning Ordinance were presented as an information item.

• Rezoning #5-23 (AG to R-1B) near E. Sweetwater Way
• Fourth Addition to Clearwater Creek Preliminary Plat approval
• Proposed text amendments to Chapter 23 Zoning Ordinance

The City Plan Commission recommended approval for the rezoning and preliminary plat of the Fourth Addition to Clearwater Creek. Both items will proceed to the Council on September 6, 2023.

• Approved minutes from 7-26-23 (5-0)
• Recommended approval of Rezoning #5-23 to change vacant land from AG Agricultural District to R-1B Single-Family District (5-0)
• Recommended approval of the Fourth Addition to Clearwater Creek Preliminary Plat (5-0)

Community Development Committee

The Community & Economic Development Committee will review a resolution regarding bird safe glass requirements for the municipal code. The committee will also receive a mid-year budget report for the Community & Economic Development Department.

• Resolution #6-R-23: Addition of Bird Safe Glass requirements to Appleton Municipal Code
• Community & Economic Development Department Mid-Year 2023 Budget Report

The Community & Economic Development Committee approved the minutes from the July 26, 2023 meeting. A resolution regarding bird-safe glass requirements was held until the September 13 meeting. The committee also received a mid-year 2023 budget report.

• Approved July 26, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Held Resolution #6-R-23 regarding Bird Safe Glass requirements until September 13 meeting (4-0)

Human Resources & Information Technology Committee

The committee will consider table of organization changes for the Department of Public Works and Valley Transit. Members will also receive mid-year budget reports for Human Resources and Information Technology.

• Department of Public Works Traffic Table of Organization Change
• Valley Transit Table of Organization Change for 1.0 FTE Utility Worker position
• HR Budget Mid-year Report Out
• IT Budget Mid-year Report Out
• Recruitment Status Report

The Human Resources & Information Technology Committee recommended approval for two table of organization changes. The committee also received mid-year budget reports for HR and IT and a recruitment status report.

• Approved minutes from 7/12/23 and 8/2/23 (5-0)
• Recommended approval of Department of Public Works Traffic Table of Organization Change (5-0)
• Recommended approval of Valley Transit Table of Organization Change for 1.0 FTE Utility Worker Position (5-0)

Utilities Committee

The Utilities Committee will consider awarding an engineering services contract to McMahon Associates, Inc. The committee will also review the 2022 Consumer Confidence Report and the Appleton wastewater SARS-CoV-2 report.

• Engineering services contract for AWTF Clearwells and Lindbergh Standpipe Project up to $40,010
• Review of 2022 Consumer Confidence Report
• Review of Appleton Wastewater SARS-CoV-2 Report

The Utilities Committee recommended approval of an engineering services contract for the AWTF Clearwells and Lindbergh Standpipe Project. The committee also reviewed the 2022 Consumer Confidence Report and a wastewater SARS-CoV-2 report.

• Recommended approval of engineering services contract to McMahon Associates, Inc. for $39,100 plus a 10% contingency (4-0)
• Approved July 25, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will consider a request to sell $20,200,000 in General Obligation Promissory Notes. The committee is also reviewing a contract for the Lundgaard Park Development Project and a property tax refund request.

• Sale of $20,200,000 of General Obligation Promissory Notes
• Lundgaard Park Development Project contract to Vinton Construction Company up to $1,048,177.70
• Partial property tax refund request of $21,326.18 for 2115 E Evergreen Dr
• Final payment request of $7,977.23 for the 2022 Pierce Park Hardscape Renovation Project
• Final payment request of $93,215.82 for the 2022 WW Hardscape

The Finance Committee recommended approval for the sale of $20.2 million in General Obligation Promissory Notes. The committee also recommended a construction contract for Lundgaard Park and a property tax refund for a local business.

• Recommended approval to sell $20,200,000 of General Obligation Promissory Notes (5-0)
• Recommended approval to award Lundgaard Park Development Project contract to Vinton Construction Company for up to $1,048,177.70 (5-0)
• Recommended approval of $21,326.18 property tax refund for Dental Associates, Manos Holding North Appleton LLC at 2115 E Evergreen Dr (5-0)
• Approved Finance Committee minutes from 7/24/23 and 8/02/23 (5-0)

Municipal Services Committee

The Municipal Services Committee will consider several requests for street occupancy permits, including staging for the Appleton Library project. The committee will also review proposed modifications to parking restrictions in the downtown business area.

• Parking restriction modifications on the 400 and 500 blocks of W. College Avenue
• Street occupancy permit for Appleton Library construction through October 24, 2024
• Terrace occupancy permit request for 1007 N. Badger Avenue
• Street occupancy permit request from OB’s Brau Haus for tables and chairs
• Update on the ALTA Planning + Design Complete Streets Study

The Municipal Services Committee recommended approval for four occupancy permits and one parking restriction modification. A Complete Streets Study update was received and filed. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Recommended approval of terrace occupancy permit for 1007 N. Badger Avenue (4-0)
• Recommended approval of parking restriction modifications for 400 and 500 block of W. College Avenue (4-0)
• Recommended approval of street occupancy permit for OB’s Brau Haus at 523/525 W. College Avenue (4-0)
• Recommended approval of permanent street occupancy permit for Appleton Library construction site (4-0)
• Approved July 10, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)

Common Council

The Common Council will review several committee reports including various license applications and land use requests. Key items include the creation of Appleton Conservancy Park and multiple contract awards for city maintenance and infrastructure projects.

• Creation of Appleton Conservancy Park via Resolution #8-R-23
• Repair and maintenance of parking ramps for up to $700,000
• MSB Shop HVAC Replacement Project contract up to $717,714
• Southpoint Commerce Park Plat No. 4 Preliminary Plat approval
• Stormwater Management Plan Review contract amendment of $20,000

The Common Council approved Resolution #8-R-23 to create the Appleton Conservancy Park. The council also approved several infrastructure contracts and business licenses, while rejecting a resolution supporting Wisconsin Act 12.

• Approved Resolution #8-R-23 creating Appleton Conservancy Park
• Denied Resolution #7-R-23 supporting Wisconsin Act 12 (6-9)
• Approved $700,000 max contract for parking ramp repair (Restoration Systems, Inc.)
• Approved $717,714 max HVAC replacement contract (Southport Engineered Systems)
• Approved Riverside Cemetery Association reimbursement for Veteran graves (15-0)
• Referred St. Joseph's Cemetery reimbursement request back to Finance Committee
• Approved variance for truck maintenance facility at Southpoint Commerce Park
• Approved $55,000 max Stormwater Management Plan Review contract (Brown and Caldwell)

Joint Review Board

The board will consider a resolution to approve the project plan and boundary for the creation of Tax Incremental District #13. Members will also review the 2022 annual report for Tax Incremental Financing District #6.

• Resolution approving Project Plan & Boundary for Tax Incremental District #13
• Review of 2022 Annual Report for Tax Incremental Financing District #6

The Joint Review Board approved the project plan and boundary for the creation of Tax Incremental District #13. The board also received and filed the 2022 Annual Report for Tax Incremental Financing District #6. No public participation was recorded.

• Approved minutes from 6-22-23 (3-0)
• Approved project plan and boundary for Tax Incremental District #13 (3-0)

Human Resources & Information Technology Committee

The Human Resources & Information Technology Committee is meeting to consider a recommendation to award the Website CMS contract to Revize. This is a special meeting of the committee.

• Recommendation to award Website CMS to Revize

The Human Resources & Information Technology Committee met for a special meeting to review a website CMS proposal. The committee voted to recommend the award of the Website CMS to Revize.

• Recommended approval to award Website CMS to Revize (4-0)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will consider a request to award a contract for the repair and maintenance of Green, Red, and Yellow parking ramps. The proposal involves awarding work to Restoration Systems, Inc. for an amount not to exceed $700,000.

• Contract award for Unit DD-23 parking ramp repairs up to $700,000

The Finance Committee recommended approval of a contract for the repair and maintenance of the Green, Red, and Yellow parking ramps. The proposed award is to Restoration Systems, Inc.

• Recommended approval of $689,825 contract for parking ramp repairs with a $10,175 contingency (5-0)

Library Board

The Library Board Personnel & Policy Committee will meet to conduct a mid-year performance evaluation for the Library Director. The committee may enter a closed session to discuss personnel matters before returning to an open session.

• 23-0862 Library Director's 2023 Mid-Year Performance Evaluation

The Library Board Personnel & Policy Committee met to discuss personnel matters in a closed session. The committee recommended the approval of the Library Director's 2023 Mid-Year Performance Evaluation.

• Recommended approval of Library Director's 2023 Mid-Year Performance Evaluation (3-0)

Safety and Licensing Committee

The committee is reviewing several liquor license applications, agent changes, and premise amendments. Action items also include a Fire Department service agreement for Gold Cross Ambulance.

• Fire Department Service Agreement for Gold Cross Ambulance
• Demerit point violations for alcohol sales to underage persons at TJ's Japanese Steakhouse, Memorial Liquor, Lindo Michoacan Supermarket, Motomart - Kensington, and Motomart - Calumet
• Class 'B' Beer and 'Class C' Wine license for Dairyland Brew Pub at 1216 E Wisconsin Ave
• Temporary Class 'B' Beer and 'Class B' Liquor License for Spats Food and Spirits for Mile of Music (August 3-6, 2023)
• Temporary Class 'B' Beer license for Appleton Downtown Inc Summer Beverage Stroll (August 19, 2023)

The Safety and Licensing Committee recommended approval for several alcohol license applications, taxi company renewals, and a mobile home park license. A service agreement for Gold Cross Ambulance was held until August 9, 2023. The committee also held hearings regarding alcohol sales to underage persons.

• Approved July 12, 2023 minutes (5-0)
• Held Fire Department Service Agreement for Gold Cross Ambulance until 08/09/2023 (5-0)
• Recommended approval for Dairyland Brew Pub Class B Beer and Class C Wine application
• Recommended approval for All Tied Up Floral Cafe permanent premise amendment
• Recommended approval for Spats Food and Spirits temporary premise amendment
• Recommended approval for Riverside Bar & Grill temporary premise amendment
• Recommended approval for Badger MotoMart change of agent
• Recommended approval for Wild River Cafe change of agent

City Plan Commission

The City Plan Commission will consider the approval of the Southpoint Commerce Park Plat No. 4 Preliminary Plat. The meeting also includes consideration of Resolution #8-R-23 to create Appleton Conservancy Park.

• Southpoint Commerce Park Plat No. 4 Preliminary Plat approval
• Resolution #8-R-23 creating Appleton Conservancy Park
• Approval of July 12, 2023 meeting minutes

The City Plan Commission recommended approval for the Southpoint Commerce Park Plat No. 4 Preliminary Plat and Resolution #8-R-23 to create the Appleton Conservancy Park. The commission also approved the minutes from the July 12, 2023 meeting.

• Approved minutes from 7-12-23 (6-0)
• Recommended approval of Southpoint Commerce Park Plat No. 4 Preliminary Plat (6-0)
• Recommended approval of Resolution #8-R-23 Creating Appleton Conservancy Park (6-0)

Community Development Committee

The committee will consider a variance request for a truck maintenance facility at Southpoint Commerce Park. It will also review an amendment to extend the completion date for redevelopment at 318 W. College Avenue.

• Variance request for a 3,120 square foot truck maintenance facility at Southpoint Commerce Park
• Development Agreement amendment to extend completion date by six months for 318 W. College Avenue
• Resolution #8-R-23 creating Appleton Conservancy Park

The Community & Economic Development Committee recommended approval for a truck maintenance facility variance and the creation of the Appleton Conservancy Park. The committee also recommended a six-month completion extension for the Park Central Property redevelopment.

• Recommended approval of variance for 3,120 sq ft truck maintenance facility for Hayden Properties, LLC (4-0)
• Recommended approval of six-month completion date extension for 318 W. College Avenue redevelopment (4-0)
• Recommended approval of Resolution #8-R-23 creating Appleton Conservancy Park (4-0)
• Approved minutes from 7-12-23 meeting (4-0)

Fox Cities Transit Commission

The Commission will review previous meeting minutes and approve June 2023 payments. The agenda also includes information regarding the 2022 audit, financial reports, ridership, and second quarter KPIs.

• Approval of June 2023 payments
• 2022 Audit presentation
• June 2023 Income Statement
• June Ridership report
• 2nd Quarter KPI reports

The Commission approved the minutes from the June 27, 2023 meeting and the June 2023 payment report. Members received presentations on the 2022 audit, June financial and ridership reports, and second quarter KPIs.

• Approved June 27, 2023 meeting minutes (Voice Vote)
• Approved June 2023 payments (Voice Vote)

Utilities Committee

The committee will consider amending a stormwater management contract and adopting new utility agreements for Reid Golf Course and Appleton Memorial Park. The agenda also includes a contract award for tank relining services and monthly water and wastewater reports.

• Amend Brown and Caldwell stormwater contract by $20,000 (total not to exceed $55,000)
• Adopt revised stormwater utility agreements for Reid Golf Course and Appleton Memorial Park
• Award contract to Fiberglass Solutions, Inc. for tank relining services up to $27,901
• Review monthly wastewater and water treatment reports for April through June 2023

The Utilities Committee recommended approval for a stormwater management plan contract increase, new stormwater utility agreements for two parks, and a tank relining service contract. The committee also reviewed monthly utility reports for April through June 2023.

• Recommended approval to increase Brown and Caldwell Stormwater Management Plan Review contract by $20,000 for a total not to exceed $55,000 (5-0)
• Recommended approval of Revised Reid Golf Course and Appleton Memorial Park Stormwater Utility Agreements (5-0)
• Recommended approval of $27,901 contract to Fiberglass Solutions, Inc. for Hypochlorite Fiberglass Reinforced Plastic Tank Relining Services (5-0)
• Approved June 13, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will review a presentation of the 2022 audit and several action items. These include a contract for an HVAC replacement project at the MSB CEA Shop and reimbursement requests for veteran grave maintenance.

• Awarding MSB CEA Shop HVAC Replacement Project contract to Southport Engineered Systems for up to $717,714
• Riverside Cemetery Association reimbursement request for maintenance of Veteran graves
• St. Joseph's Cemetery reimbursement request for maintenance of Veteran graves
• Resolution #7-R-23 expressing support for Wisconsin Act 12
• Change Order #4 to Miron Construction for the AWWTP Sludge Storage Building Addition totaling $15,607

The committee recommended approval for a shop HVAC replacement contract and veteran grave maintenance reimbursements. It also recommended a resolution supporting Wisconsin Act 12 following an amendment.

• Recommended approval of MSB CEA Shop HVAC Replacement contract to Southport Engineered Systems for up to $717,714 (5-0)
• Recommended approval of Riverside Cemetery Association reimbursement for Veteran graves maintenance (5-0)
• Recommended approval of St. Joseph's Cemetery reimbursement for Veteran graves maintenance (5-0)
• Approved amendment by substitution to Resolution #7-R-23 (3-2)
• Recommended approval of Resolution #7-R-23 supporting Wisconsin Act 12 (3-2)
• Approved June 26, 2023 Finance Committee minutes (5-0)

Parks and Recreation Committee

The Parks and Recreation Committee will consider a resolution to create Appleton Conservancy Park. The committee will also review the 2023 Parks, Recreation & Facilities Management Mid Year Report.

• Resolution #8-R-23: Creating Appleton Conservancy Park
• 2023 Parks, Recreation & Facilities Management Mid Year Report

The Parks and Recreation Committee recommended the approval of Resolution #8-R-23 to create the Appleton Conservancy Park. The committee also approved the minutes from the July 10, 2023 meeting.

• Approved July 10, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Recommended approval of Resolution #8-R-23 Creating Appleton Conservancy Park (5-0)

Library Board

The Library Board Nominating Committee will meet to conduct a roll call and select nominees for the positions of Library Board President and Library Board Vice President.

• Selection of Nominees for Library Board President
• Selection of Nominees for Library Board Vice President

The Library Board Nominating Committee met to select nominees for board leadership. The committee recommended a slate of officers for the 2023-2024 term.

• Recommended Margret Mann for President and Nancy Scheuerman for Vice President (3-0)

Common Council

The Common Council will consider land use amendments for Lawrence University and a community living facility at 2600 S. Heritage Woods Drive. The agenda also includes the project plan for Tax Incremental District #13 and various liquor license applications.

• Rezoning Lawrence University from Public/Institutional to Central Business District
• Approval of Project Plan for Tax Incremental District #13
• Street vacation for a portion of E. Circle Street
• Special Use Permit for community living at 2600 S. Heritage Woods Drive
• Fire Department Service Agreement with Gold Cross Ambulance

The Common Council approved several rezoning requests and land use amendments for Lawrence University and a community living arrangement at Heritage Woods Drive. The council also denied an alcohol license for Core's Lounge and approved a project plan for Tax Incremental District #13.

• Denied alcohol license for Core's Lounge (14-0)
• Approved Special Use Permit for community living arrangement at 2600 S. Heritage Woods Drive (14-0)
• Approved rezoning of 2600 S. Heritage Woods Drive to R-3 Multi-family District (13-0)
• Approved Comprehensive Plan Map Amendment for Lawrence University parcels to Central Business District (12-0)
• Approved rezoning of Lawrence University parcels to Central Business District (12-0)
• Approved project plan for Tax Incremental District #13
• Approved initial resolution for street vacation of E. Circle Street
• Referred Fire Department Service Agreement for Gold Cross Ambulance back to Safety and Licensing Committee

Library Board

The Library Board will review the June 2023 bill register and a July 2023 budget amendment. The board is also scheduled to discuss the 2024 operating budget and a recommendation for a federal E-Rate consultant.

• July 2023 Budget Amendment
• Library 2024 Operating Budget
• Recommendation of Federal E-Rate Consultant
• June 2023 Bill Register

The Library Board approved a consent agenda containing several administrative and financial items. Key actions included the approval of the 2024 operating budget and a scheduled library closure for a groundbreaking event.

• Approved June 20, 2023 Meeting Minutes (10-0)
• Approved June 2023 Bill Register (10-0)
• Approved July 2023 Budget Amendment (10-0)
• Approved library closure for groundbreaking on Tuesday, July 25, 2023, from 1-5pm (10-0)
• Approved Report of the Finance Committee (10-0)
• Approved Library 2024 Operating Budget (10-0)
• Approved Recommendation of Federal E-Rate Consultant (10-0)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board will consider two requests regarding zoning ordinance deviations. These include a request for a six-foot front yard fence at 2226 W. Cherokee Dr. and a five-foot landscape buffer proposal for 2001 S. Matthias St.

• Fence height variance at 2226 W. Cherokee Dr.
• Landscape buffer variance at 2001 S. Matthias St.

The Board approved a request to construct a six-foot fence in a required front yard at 2226 W. Cherokee Dr. A request for a reduced landscape buffer at 2001 S. Matthias St. was denied.

• Approved six-foot fence in required front yard at 2226 W. Cherokee Dr. (4-0)
• Denied five-foot landscape buffer at 2001 S. Matthias St. (0-4)
• Approved June 19, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)

Safety and Licensing Committee

The Safety and Licensing Committee is reviewing several alcohol license renewals, transfers, and amendments. The agenda also includes a request to accept an absentee ballot envelope subgrant and a fire department service agreement.

• Acceptance of $7559.83 Absentee Ballot Envelope Subgrant from the WEC
• Fire Department Service Agreement for Gold Cross Ambulance
• Class 'B' Beer License Renewal for Hmong Express at 1216 N Division St
• Class 'B' Beer and Liquor Transfer for Taste of Thai at 1222 S Oneida St
• Class 'B' Beer and Liquor Permanent Premise Amendment for Houdini's Escape Gastropub at 1216 S Oneida St

The Safety and Licensing Committee recommended a service agreement for Gold Cross Ambulance and approved a $7,559.83 absentee ballot envelope subgrant. The committee also recommended approval for several liquor, tobacco, and pet store license applications.

• Recommended Fire Department Service Agreement for Gold Cross Ambulance (5-0)
• Approved $7,559.83 Absentee Ballot Envelope Subgrant from the WEC (5-0)
• Recommended Class 'B' Beer License Renewal for Hmong Express LLC
• Recommended Class 'B' Beer and Liquor Transfer of Premise for Taste of Thai Fox Valley LLC
• Recommended Class 'B' Beer and Liquor Permanent Premise Amendment for Santino LLC
• Recommended Class 'B' Beer and Liquor Permanent Premise Amendment for WHW Gastropub LLC
• Recommended Cigarette and Tobacco Products License for James Holder d/b/a D8D Hemp
• Recommended Pet Store Renewal for Wild Habitats

City Plan Commission

The City Plan Commission will review a special use permit for an automobile sales and display lot at 1524 W. Civic Street. The commission will also consider vacating a portion of the E. Circle Street right-of-way and approving the location of a monument in Ellen Kort Peace Park.

• Special Use Permit #9-23 for an automobile sales and display lot at 1524 W. Civic Street
• Street discontinuance for E. Circle Street between N. Drew Street and N. Durkee Street
• Proposed location of the Sexual Assault Survivors Monument in Ellen Kort Peace Park
• Election of a new Vice Chair

The Commission recommended approval for a special use permit for an automobile sales lot and the vacation of a portion of E. Circle Street. It also recommended the location of a Sexual Assault Survivors Monument in Ellen Kort Peace Park. Additionally, Alderperson Fenton was elected Vice Chair.

• Approved 6-28-23 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Recommended approval of Special Use Permit #9-23 for auto sales lot at 1524 W. Civic Street (5-0)
• Recommended approval to vacate portion of E. Circle Street public right-of-way (5-0)
• Recommended approval of Sexual Assault Survivors Monument location in Ellen Kort Peace Park (5-0)
• Elected Alderperson Fenton as Vice Chair (5-0)

Community Development Committee

The committee is considering amendments and offers to purchase several lots in Southpoint Commerce Park. This includes a request to modify a property purchase by Hayden Properties, LLC and an offer from F Street Manager 3, LLC to purchase approximately 14 acres.

• Amendment #6 to the Offer to Purchase for Hayden Properties, LLC regarding approximately 16 acres
• Offer to Purchase from F Street Manager 3, LLC for approximately 14 acres at $574,000.00
• Potential closed session regarding real estate negotiations for Southpoint Commerce Park lots

The Community & Economic Development Committee recommended approval for two separate land purchase requests in Southpoint Commerce Park. One involves an amendment to a purchase agreement with Hayden Properties, LLC, and the other is a sale to F Street Manager 3, LLC.

• Recommended approval of Amendment #6 to the Offer to Purchase from Hayden Properties, LLC for approximately 16 acres (5-0)
• Recommended approval of Offer to Purchase from F Street Manager 3, LLC for approximately 14 acres at a price of $574,000.00 (5-0)
• Approved minutes from 6-14-23 (5-0)

Board of Health

The Board of Health will consider changes to the organizational structure for Health and Community and Economic Development. The agenda also includes information regarding a dangerous animal declaration and new noise variances.

• Changes to the Table of Organization for Health and Community and Economic Development
• Dangerous Animal Declaration (Rivermay)
• New Noise Variances
• Approval of June 2023 meeting minutes

The Board of Health recommended approval for changes to the Table of Organization for the Health and Community and Economic Development departments. The board also approved the minutes from the June 2023 meeting.

• Approved June 2023 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Recommended approval of changes to the Table of Organization for Health and Community and Economic Development (6-0)

Human Resources & Information Technology Committee

The committee will consider proposed changes to the Table of Organization for the Health and Community and Economic Development departments. The agenda also includes a review of the recruitment status report.

• Proposed changes to the Table of Organization for Health and Community and Economic Development (23-0827)
• Recruitment Status Report as of July 6, 2023 (23-0830)

The Human Resources & Information Technology Committee recommended approval for changes to the Table of Organization for Health and Community and Economic Development. The committee also approved the minutes from the June 28, 2023 meeting and received a recruitment status report.

• Approved June 28, 2023 minutes (5-0)
• Recommended approval of Table of Organization changes for Health and Community and Economic Development (5-0)
• Received and filed Recruitment Status Report 7/6/23

Library Board

The Library Board Finance Committee will meet to discuss the 2024 operational budget. The meeting includes a review of budget memos, revenue breakdowns, and utility projections.

• 23-0797 Library 2024 Operational Budget

The Library Board Finance Committee recommended the 2024 Operating Budget for approval. The committee also approved an amendment to the budget's Major Objectives regarding community and economic support.

• Recommended 2024 Operating Budget for approval (4-0)
• Approved amendment to Major Objectives on page 255 to support 'community enrichment and economic need' instead of 'economic recovery' (4-0)

Municipal Services Committee

The Municipal Services Committee will consider a street vacation for a portion of E. Circle Street. The committee will also review a contract for commercial variance process services and receive reports on permits and e-scooter usage.

• Approve Commercial Variance Process Services Contract to the E-Plan Exam
• Approve street vacation for a portion of E. Circle Street west of Drew Street and east of Durkee Street
• Inspection Division Permit Summary Comparison Report for June 2023
• Bird E-Scooter Monthly Report - June 2023

The Municipal Services Committee recommended approval for a commercial variance process services contract and a street vacation. The committee also approved the minutes from the June 26, 2023 meeting.

• Approved June 26, 2023 meeting minutes (3-0-1)
• Recommended approval of Commercial Variance Process Services Contract for Large Projects to the E-Plan Exam (4-0)
• Recommended approval of street vacation for a portion of E. Circle Street west of Drew Street and east of Durkee Street (4-0)

Parks and Recreation Committee

The committee will consider adopting revised stormwater utility agreements for Reid Golf Course and Appleton Memorial Park. They will also review the final design for a Sexual Assault Survivors Monument at Ellen Kort Peace Park. A June 2023 revenue and expense report for Reid Golf Course is also presented for information.

• Adoption of revised stormwater utility agreements for Reid Golf Course and Appleton Memorial Park
• Final design approval request for the Sexual Assault Survivors Monument at Ellen Kort Peace Park
• June 2023 revenue and expense report for Reid Golf Course

The Parks and Recreation Committee recommended the approval of stormwater utility agreements for Reid Golf Course and Appleton Memorial Park. The committee also recommended approval of the final design for the Sexual Assault Survivors Monument in Ellen Kort Peace Park.

• Approved June 12, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Recommended approval of revised Reid Golf Course and Appleton Memorial Park Stormwater Utility Agreements (5-0)
• Recommended approval of final design for Sexual Assault Survivors Monument in Ellen Kort Peace Park (5-0)

Safety and Licensing Committee

The Safety and Licensing Committee is reviewing several liquor license applications for local businesses and temporary event permits. The agenda also includes a request to apply for a WE Energies grant for EMS supplies and training.

• Class 'B' Beer License application for Core's Lounge LLC at 1350 W College Ave Suite D
• Class 'B' Beer and 'Class B' Liquor License application for Taste of Thai Fox Valley LLC at 321 E College Ave
• Temporary Class 'B' Beer and 'Class B' Liquor Premise Amendment for Emmett's Bar & Grill for Mile of Music
• Temporary Class 'B' Beer and 'Class B' Liquor Premise Amendment for Stone Arch Brewpub Inc for Tuesday Night Summer Music Series
• Request to apply for WE Energies Grant for EMS Supplies and Training Items

The Safety and Licensing Committee recommended denying a Class "B" beer license for Core's Lounge LLC. The committee also recommended approval for a WE Energies grant for EMS supplies and several temporary liquor licenses for local events.

• Recommended denial of Class "B" Beer License for Core's Lounge LLC (4-0)
• Recommended approval of WE Energies Grant for EMS Supplies and Training Items (4-0)
• Recommended approval of Class "B" Beer and "Class B" Liquor License for Taste of Thai Fox Valley LLC
• Recommended approval of Change of Agent for Kwik Trip #639
• Recommended approval of temporary licenses for Emmett's Bar & Grill, Fox Cities PAC, and Appleton Area Jaycees
• Recommended approval of temporary licenses for St. Pius X Catholic Church and Creative Downtown Appleton Inc.
• Withdrawn: Temporary license application for Stone Arch Brewpub Inc (Tuesday Night Summer Music Series)

City Plan Commission

The City Plan Commission is considering rezoning and a special use permit for 2600 S. Heritage Woods Drive. The commission will also review the project plan for Tax Incremental Financing District #13 in Southpoint Commerce Park and a land dedication for public right-of-way.

• Rezoning #4-23 for 2600 S. Heritage Woods Drive from PD/R-3 to R-3
• Special Use Permit #8-23 to expand a community living arrangement at 2600 S. Heritage Woods Drive for a 51-person capacity
• Project Plan for Tax Incremental Financing District #13 in Southpoint Commerce Park
• Land dedication for public right-of-way for portions of N. Providence Avenue and E. Baldeagle Drive

The City Plan Commission recommended approval for a new Tax Incremental Financing district in Southpoint Commerce Park. The commission also recommended approval for the rezoning and expansion of a community living arrangement at 2600 S. Heritage Woods Drive. Additionally, a land dedication for public right-of-way was recommended for approval.

• Recommended approval of Rezoning #4-23 at 2600 S. Heritage Woods Drive to R-3 Multi-family District (6-0)
• Recommended approval of Special Use Permit #8-23 to expand a community living arrangement at 2600 S. Heritage Woods Drive to a 51-person capacity (6-0)
• Recommended approval of the Project Plan and boundaries for Tax Incremental Financing District #13 in Southpoint Commerce Park (6-0)
• Recommended approval of land dedication for public right-of-way at N. Providence Avenue and E. Baldeagle Drive (6-0)
• Approved minutes from 6-14-23 meeting (6-0)

Human Resources & Information Technology Committee

The Human Resources & Information Technology Committee will vote on an APD reorganization. The agenda also includes information updates regarding IT system transitions, bus driver recruitment bonuses, and clinic lease status.

• Proposed APD Reorganization (23-0753)
• iSeries Sunset and Tyler Enterprise phased plan update (23-0767)
• Bus Driver Employee Referral Bonus Program (23-0751)
• Connecting Care Clinic lease update (23-0768)
• Recruitment status report (23-0754)

The Human Resources & Information Technology Committee recommended the approval of the Appleton Police Department reorganization. The committee also received and filed several information reports regarding technology and staffing.

• Approved minutes from 5/24/23 (5-0)
• Recommended approval of APD Reorganization (5-0)

Fox Cities Transit Commission

The Fox Cities Transit Commission will consider purchasing replacement bus shelters and extending a security services contract for the Downtown Transit Center. The commission will also review May 2023 payments, financial reports, and ridership data.

• Authorization to purchase replacement bus shelters
• Security service contract extension with Star Protection and Patrol for the Downtown Transit Center
• Approval of May 2023 payments
• Review of May 2023 financial report and ridership report

The Fox Cities Transit Commission recommended the purchase of replacement bus shelters, including optional solar panels, and the extension of a security services contract for the Downtown Transit Center. The commission also approved May 2023 payments.

• Recommended approval of replacement bus shelters purchase as amended to include solar panels (Voice Vote)
• Recommended approval of First Option Year Extension with Star Protection and Patrol for Downtown Transit Center security (Voice Vote)
• Approved May 2023 payments (Voice Vote)
• Approved minutes from May 23, 2023 meeting (Voice Vote)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will consider several action items including a contract for dance studio flooring and a safe drinking water loan application. The committee will also review a request to reject a bid for the Memorial Park Miracle League Field Resurfacing Project.

• Request to apply for a Safe Drinking Water Loan
• Request to reject Kiefer U.S.A. bid for 2023 Memorial Park Miracle League Field Resurfacing Project
• Award of $65,943 contract to CMG Flooring for 2023 Dance Studio Flooring (not to exceed $75,943)
• Contract Change Order No. 2 for Unit H-21 Redundant Raw Water Line in the amount of $30,450.29
• Budget adjustments for Hazardous Materials Fund and General Fund - Fire

The Finance Committee recommended approval for a dance studio flooring contract and a Safe Drinking Water Loan application. The committee also recommended rejecting a bid for the Memorial Park Miracle League Field resurfacing project.

• Recommended approval to apply for a Safe Drinking Water Loan and reimburse expenditures (4-0)
• Recommended rejecting the bid from Kiefer U.S.A. for the 2023 Memorial Park Miracle League Field Resurfacing Project (4-0)
• Recommended awarding the 2023 Dance Studio Flooring contract to CMG Flooring for $65,943, not to exceed $75,943, including a $100,000 budget amendment (4-0)
• Recommended approval of the CEA Review Committee Report (4-0)
• Approved minutes from June 12, 2023 and June 19, 2023 (4-0)

Municipal Services Committee

The Municipal Services Committee recommended approval for a permanent street occupancy permit at 113 W. Harris Street. The committee also approved the minutes from the June 12, 2023 meeting.

• Recommended approval of permanent street occupancy permit for Rise Apartments LLC to install a building awning at 113 W. Harris Street (4-0)
• Approved June 12, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)

Joint Review Board

The Joint Review Board will review the proposed project plan and boundary for the creation of Tax Incremental Financing District No. 13. The board will also conduct elections for a public member and a chairperson.

• Review of Proposed Project Plan and Boundary for TIF District No. 13
• Election of Public Member
• Election and/or Reaffirmation of the Chairperson

The Joint Review Board elected Tony Saucerman as the Public Member and Jeri Ohman as the Chair. The board reviewed the role of the Joint Review Board and discussed the proposed project plan and boundary for Tax Incremental Financing District No. 13.

• Elected Tony Saucerman as Public Member (3-0-1)
• Elected Jeri Ohman as Chair (3-0-1)
• Set next meeting for August 2, 2023, at 10:00 a.m.

Common Council

The Common Council will review several committee reports including municipal services, safety and licensing, and finance. Key discussions involve large-scale construction projects, local business licenses, and zoning changes.

• Library Construction Project: Bid packages and expenses not to exceed $30,928,427
• Skidmore, Owings & Merrill architectural contract increase to $4,272,451
• Rezoning #2-23 for Future Providence Ave & Baldeagle Drive Annexation
• AWTF Compressed Air System Improvements: Award not to exceed $195,470
• Telulah Pavilion Repairs change order of $14,147

The Common Council approved a construction contract for the library project not to exceed $30,928,427, though it specifically rejected bids for polished concrete. The council also approved a contract increase for Skidmore, Owings & Merrill and a resolution to join the Wisconsin Local Government Climate Coalition.

• Approved Library Construction Project bid package not to exceed $30,928,427 (13-2)
• Rejected bids for polished concrete for the library project (15-0)
• Approved contract increase for Skidmore, Owings & Merrill from $2,892,633 to $4,272,451 (15-0)
• Approved Resolution #5-R-23 to join the Wisconsin Local Government Climate Coalition (13-2)
• Approved Rezoning #2-23 for Providence Ave & Baldeagle Drive Annexation
• Approved Special Use Permit #6-23 for microbrewery expansion at 1004 S. Olde Oneida Street
• Approved pavement marking contracts Unit P-23 and Unit Q-23
• Approved parking restriction on 2500-2700 block of N Roemer Road

Library Board

The Library Board will review the May 2023 bill register and a June 2023 budget amendment. Action items also include requests to hire two part-time, grant-funded positions and approving the United Way agency agreement for 2024-2025.

• Request to hire two grant-funded, limited term part-time positions
• June 2023 budget amendment
• United Way Agency Agreement for 2024-2025 Reach Out and Read funding
• Review of May 2023 bill register
• Finance Committee report on financial and procurement policies

The Library Board approved a consent agenda including the May 2023 bill register and a June 2023 budget amendment. The board also authorized the hiring of two grant-funded, limited-term part-time positions and approved a United Way agency agreement for Reach Out and Read funding.

• Approved May 16, 2023 Meeting Minutes (9-0)
• Approved May 2023 Bill Register (9-0)
• Approved June 2023 Budget Amendment (9-0)
• Approved hiring of two grant-funded, limited-term part-time positions (9-0)
• Approved United Way Agency Agreement for 2024-2025 Reach Out and Read funding (9-0)
• Approved Report of the Finance Committee (9-0)

Appleton Public Arts Committee

The committee will consider the final design for a proposed Sexual Assault Survivors Monument to be located in Ellen Kort Peace Park. The meeting also includes electing a Vice Chair and setting future meeting dates.

• Final design approval for the Sexual Assault Survivors Monument at Ellen Kort Peace Park
• Election of a Vice Chair
• Setting of future meeting dates and times

The committee approved the final design for the Sexual Assault Survivors Monument in Ellen Kort Peace Park. The board also elected a Vice Chair and updated its monthly meeting schedule.

• Approved final design of Sexual Assault Survivors Monument (4-0)
• Elected Catherine McKenzie as Vice Chair (4-0)
• Changed meeting time to 8:00 a.m. on the 1st Wednesday of the month (4-0)
• Designated Director Kara Homan as the contact person
• Approved minutes from 2-1-23 (4-0)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board will consider requests for a front yard drive-through at 4029 E. Calumet St. and a lot line alteration at 709 S. Memorial Dr. The meeting also includes elections for Chair and Vice Chair.

• Drive-through construction proposal at 4029 E. Calumet St.
• Lot line alteration proposal at 709 S. Memorial Dr. involving 55% lot coverage
• Election of Board Chair
• Election of Board Vice Chair

The Board approved the election of Paul McCann as chair and Scott Engstrom as vice chair. One lot line alteration request was approved, and a drive-through construction proposal was administratively withdrawn.

• Approved lot line alteration at 709 S. Memorial Dr. (4-0)
• Administratively withdrew drive-through proposal at 4029 E. Calumet St. (4-0)
• Elected Paul McCann as chair of BOZ (4-0)
• Elected Scott Engstrom as vice chair of BOZ (4-0)
• Approved May 17, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee is considering requests related to the Library Construction Project. This includes approving bid packages and expenses for a contract with Boldt Company not to exceed $30,928,427. The committee is also reviewing an increase to the Skidmore, Owings & Merrill architectural contract.

• Approval of bid packages and project expenses for Library Construction Project (not to exceed $30,928,427)
• Increase of contract to Skidmore, Owings & Merrill from $2,892,633 to $4,272,451

The Finance Committee recommended approval for a library construction contract and an increased architectural contract. Both items were moved forward for further approval.

• Recommended approval of Boldt Company library construction contract not to exceed $30,928,427 (5-0)
• Recommended approval to increase Skidmore, Owings & Merrill (SOM) contract from $2,892,633 to $4,272,451 (4-1)

Board of Health

The Appleton Board of Health will meet to approve May 2023 meeting minutes. The agenda includes reviews of the Q1 report, the June newsletter, new noise variances, and a prohibited animal declaration.

• New noise variances
• Prohibited animal declaration
• Q1 Report
• June Newsletter

The Board of Health approved the minutes from the May 10, 2023, meeting. No other substantive actions were taken during the session.

• Approved May 2023 meeting minutes (8-0)

Safety and Licensing Committee

The Safety and Licensing Committee is reviewing several license applications and renewals. Items include beer and wine licenses for local establishments, cigarette and tobacco retail licenses, and salvage dealer renewals.

• Class 'B' Beer License application for Core's Lounge LLC at 1350 W College Ave Suite D
• Agreement between the City of Appleton and Wisconsin Emergency Management for hazardous materials response
• Class 'B' Beer and 'Class C' Wine application for Wild River Cafe LLC at 425 W Water St Suite 100
• Class 'B' Beer License application for USA Sports Complex at 3300 E Evergreen Dr
• Temporary Class 'B' Beer and Reserve 'Class B' Liquor License amendment for Trout Museum of Art to include Houdini Plaza

The Safety and Licensing Committee recommended approval for a shared equipment agreement and a hazardous materials response agreement with Wisconsin Emergency Management. The committee also recommended approval for several alcohol, tobacco, and business license applications, while holding one beer license application until June 28.

• Recommended approval of Shared Equipment Agreement (5-0)
• Recommended approval of Wisconsin Emergency Management Hazmat Response Agreement (5-0)
• Held Class 'B' Beer License application for Core's Lounge LLC until June 28 (5-0)
• Recommended approval of alcohol licenses for Wild River Cafe LLC and USA Sports Complex (5-0)
• Recommended approval of 2023-2024 Alcohol License Renewals (5-0)
• Recommended approval of Temporary Class 'B' Beer and Reserve 'Class B' Liquor license for Trout Museum of Art (5-0)
• Recommended approval of tobacco licenses for Appleton Liquor LLC and Marleys Smoke Shop (5-0)
• Recommended approval of license renewals for Petco #1656, Golper Supply Co, and Mach IV Motors LLC (5-0)

Appleton Redevelopment Authority

The Authority will consider requests to release a 1985 development agreement and a 1983 redevelopment plan related to the property at 10 E. College Avenue. The meeting also includes actions to elect a Chair and Vice Chair.

• Release of June 1, 1985 Development Agreement for 10 E. College Avenue
• Release of May 4, 1983 Redevelopment Plan for Project No. 11
• Election of Chair
• Election of Vice Chair

The Appleton Redevelopment Authority approved the release of a 1985 development agreement and a 1983 redevelopment plan for the property at 10 E. College Avenue. The board also elected its Chair, Vice Chair, and designated a contact person.

• Approved release of June 1, 1985 Development Agreement for 10 E. College Avenue (5-0)
• Approved release of May 4, 1983 Plan for Appleton Redevelopment Project No. 11 (5-0)
• Elected Marissa Downs as Chair (5-0)
• Elected Jim Van Dyke as Vice Chair (5-0)
• Approved meeting schedule for 2nd Wednesday of the month at 9:00 a.m. (5-0)
• Designated Director Kara Homan as the Contact Person (5-0)
• Approved minutes from 4-12-23 meeting (5-0)

City Plan Commission

The commission will consider several requests including special use permits for brewery and tavern expansions. They will also review a request to amend the future land use map and rezone parcels on E. College Avenue.

• Special Use Permit #6-23: expand microbrewery/brewpub at 1004 S. Olde Oneida Street to include 3rd floor event space
• Special Use Permit #7-23: expand tavern at 336 W. Wisconsin Avenue and 1312 N. Division Street with an outdoor patio
• Comprehensive Plan Amendment #1-23: change land use designation for E. College Avenue parcels near Drew Street
• Rezoning #3-23: rezone E. College Avenue parcels from P-I Public Institutional District to CBD Central Business District

The City Plan Commission recommended approval for two special use permits regarding alcohol sales and event spaces. The commission also recommended a comprehensive plan amendment and rezoning for parcels on E. College Avenue to change them to Central Business District designation.

• Recommended approval of Special Use Permit #6-23 for 3rd floor event space at 1004 S. Olde Oneida Street (6-0)
• Recommended approval of Special Use Permit #7-23 for outdoor patio at 336 W. Wisconsin Avenue and 1312 N. Division Street (6-0)
• Recommended approval of Comprehensive Plan Future Land Use Map Amendment #1-23 for parcels at E. College Avenue and Drew Street (6-0)
• Recommended approval of Rezoning #3-23 for parcels at E. College Avenue and Drew Street from Public Institutional to Central Business District (6-0)
• Approved minutes from 5-24-23 meeting (6-0)

Community Development Committee

The committee will hold a public hearing regarding the 2022 Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER) for the Community Development Block Grant Program. Members will also consider a request to approve this report.

• Public hearing for the 2022 CDBG CAPER
• Request to approve the 2022 CDBG CAPER

The Community & Economic Development Committee held a public hearing regarding the 2022 Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER) for the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program. No public comments were made during the hearing. The committee voted to recommend the report for approval.

• Approved minutes from 6-7-23 (5-0)
• Recommended approval of 2022 CDBG CAPER (5-0)

Utilities Committee

The Utilities Committee will review the 2022 Electronic Compliance Maintenance Annual Report for the city's sewer and wastewater systems. The meeting also includes an anticipated award for Unit N-23 spot repairs and updates on various water and wastewater facility reports.

• Anticipated award for Unit N-23, Spot Repairs, Protruding Tap and Mineral Deposit Removal
• Approval of the 2022 Electronic Compliance Maintenance Annual Report (eCMAR)
• Election of a Vice-Chair for the Utilities Committee
• Update on Aquahawk Sign-ups
• AWWTP Polymer Incident Update

The committee recommended approval for spot repairs and mineral deposit removal for Unit N-23. It also recommended a resolution for the Common Council to accept the 2022 Electronic Compliance Maintenance Annual Report. Additionally, Alderperson Doran was appointed as Vice-Chairperson.

• Recommended approval of Unit N-23 spot repairs, protruding tap and mineral deposit removal (5-0)
• Recommended approval of 2022 Electronic Compliance Maintenance Annual Report (eCMAR) (5-0)
• Elected Alderperson Doran as Vice-Chairperson by unanimous consent
• Approved April 11, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)

Municipal Services Committee

The Municipal Services Committee will consider several proposals regarding parking restrictions and traffic control. This includes ordinance updates related to the A-23 Bluff Street Reconstruction Project and the College Avenue 4-to-3 Lane Conversion Project. The committee will also review pavement marking contracts and monthly reports.

• Pavement marking contracts (Units P-23 and Q-23)
• Parking restrictions on the 2500-2700 block of N Roemer Road
• Traffic ordinance changes for A-23 Bluff Street Reconstruction Project
• Parking change for College Avenue 4-to-3 Lane Conversion Project
• Intersection traffic control change at Homestead Drive and Linwood Avenue

The Municipal Services Committee recommended approval for two pavement marking contracts and several parking and traffic ordinance changes. One proposed parking change on S. Driscoll Street was withdrawn. The committee also reviewed monthly reports for e-scooters, parking revenue, and inspections.

• Recommended approval of Unit P-23 Pavement Marking Contract (Epoxy) (5-0)
• Recommended approval of Unit Q-23 Pavement Marking Contract (Paint) (5-0)
• Recommended approval of parking restriction on 2500-2700 block of N Roemer Road (5-0)
• Recommended approval of parking and traffic ordinance changes for A-23 Bluff Street Reconstruction Project (5-0)
• Recommended approval of parking ordinance change for College Avenue 4-to-3 Lane Conversion Project (5-0)
• Recommended approval of intersection traffic control change at Homestead Drive/Linwood Avenue (5-0)
• Withdrew parking change on S. Driscoll Street (1300S/1400S/1500S block)

Parks and Recreation Committee

The committee will consider resolutions regarding the Wisconsin Local Government Climate Coalition and pollinator habitats in Ellen Kort Peace Park. The agenda also includes a revenue report for Reid Golf Course and an update on park projects.

• Resolution # 5-R-23: Joining the Wisconsin Local Government Climate Coalition
• Resolution # 4-R-23: Supporting pollinator and wildlife habitats in Ellen Kort Peace Park
• Reid Golf Course May 2023 revenue and participation report
• Park projects update

The Parks and Recreation Committee recommended approval of a resolution to join the Wisconsin Local Government Climate Coalition after adopting specific amendments. One resolution regarding pollinator and wildlife habitats in Ellen Kort Peace Park was withdrawn.

• Approved minutes from May 8, 2023 meeting (4-0)
• Recommended approval of Resolution #5-R-23 to join the Wisconsin Local Government Climate Coalition as amended (4-0)
• Resolution #4-R-23 to support pollinator and wildlife habitats in Ellen Kort Peace Park withdrawn

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee is considering requests for contract awards and budget amendments for several city projects. This includes funding adjustments for Telulah Pavilion repairs and compressed air system improvements at the AWTF.

• Awarding AWTF Compressed Air System Improvements contract to Rhode Brothers, Inc. up to $195,470
• Approving a $14,147 change order for Telulah Pavilion Repairs to RJM Construction LLC
• Reviewing a $50,910 change order for the AWWTP Sludge Storage Building Addition project
• Requesting final payment of $7,552 for WWTP V Building Painting Project Phase 2
• Presentation on investment performance by U.S. Bank Institutional Asset Management

The Finance Committee recommended approval for a pavilion repair change order and two water treatment facility projects. The committee also received an investment performance presentation from U.S. Bank.

• Recommended approval of $14,147 change order for Telulah Pavilion Repairs (5-0)
• Recommended approval of $177,700 base bid to Rhode Brothers, Inc. for AWTF Compressed Air System Improvements (5-0)
• Recommended approval of $50,910 change order for AWWTP Sludge Storage Building Addition (5-0)
• Approved May 22, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)

CEA Review Committee

The CEA Review Committee will consider requests regarding equipment purchases. This includes a sole source request for a fire truck and a letter of intent to order an asphalt paver from Fabick Cat.

• Request to purchase a fire truck via sole source before July 15, 2023
• Request to provide Fabick Cat with a letter of intent for an asphalt paver order in June
• Approval of March 20, 2023 meeting minutes

The CEA Review Committee recommended the approval of two procurement requests. These include a sole source purchase for a fire truck and a letter of intent for an asphalt paver.

• Recommended approval of March 20, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Recommended approval of sole source fire truck purchase (4-0)
• Recommended approval of letter of intent to Fabick Cat for asphalt paver (4-0)

Common Council

The Common Council will review several committee reports including municipal services, safety and licensing, and finance. Key discussions involve engineering contracts for Lawe Street, various street occupancy permits, and local business license renewals.

• Engineering design contract for Lawe Street not to exceed $439,934.38
• Masonry Repairs Project contract award up to $177,675
• Stormwater Utility Fund cash advance of up to $3,000,000 to Wastewater Utility Fund
• Special Use Permit for axe throwing and alcohol sales at 2701 North Oneida Street
• Development Agreement for Fox Commons Properties, LLC at 10 E. College Avenue

Community Development Committee

The committee will consider a request to release a historic development agreement dated June 1, 1985. This release is contingent on the approval of a new development agreement with Fox Commons Properties, LLC for the property at 10 E. College Avenue.

• Request to release the June 1, 1985, Development Agreement
• Proposed new Development Agreement with Fox Commons Properties, LLC for 10 E. College Avenue

The Community & Economic Development Committee recommended the release of a 1985 development agreement for the property at 10 E. College Avenue. This recommendation is contingent on the approval of a new agreement with Fox Commons Properties, LLC.

• Approved minutes from 5-24-23 (5-0)
• Recommended approval to release historic Development Agreement for 10 E. College Avenue contingent on new agreement with Fox Commons Properties, LLC (5-0)

Library Board

The Library Board Finance Committee will review library and city financial policies. The meeting includes a review of the April 23 bill register and year-to-date cash flow.

• Library and City Financial Policies Overview
• April 23 Bill Register
• APL Financial Cash Flow YTD-April-2023

The Library Board Finance Committee met on May 31, 2023. No action items were presented or decided upon during the meeting. The session consisted of information items regarding financial policies, reports, and the budget process.

Safety and Licensing Committee

The Safety and Licensing Committee will review several alcohol license applications, including renewals and temporary permits for events like Mile of Music. The committee will also consider appeals regarding a denied special event application and pet store license renewals. Information will be presented regarding police department salary policies and upcoming summer concert series.

• Appeal of Smosh Fest special event application denial
• Alcohol license applications for Ivory Rose Bridal Boutique and various renewals
• Temporary beer and wine permits for Mile of Music and Octoberfest
• Pet store license renewals for Fish Cave LLC, Pet Supplies Plus, and Just Pets
• Renewals for mechanical amusement device and tobacco product licenses

The Safety and Licensing Committee recommended the denial of a special event appeal for Smoshfest. The committee also recommended approval for several alcohol, pet store, and tobacco license applications.

• Recommended denial of Smoshfest Special Event Denial Appeal (4-0)
• Recommended approval of Class 'A' Beer and Liquor license for Ivory Rose Bridal Boutique
• Recommended approval of 2023-2024 Alcohol License Renewals (2nd set)
• Recommended approval of temporary premise amendment for Rookies Sports Bar & Grill
• Recommended approval of license change of agent for Poplar Hall
• Recommended approval of temporary beer licenses for Octoberfest, Mile of Music, Sol Dance, and Sky Dance
• Recommended approval of pet store license renewals for Fish Cave LLC, Pet Supplies Plus, and Just Pets
• Recommended approval of 2023-2024 Mechanical Amusement Device and Tobacco license renewals

City Plan Commission

The City Plan Commission is reviewing special use permit requests for an axe throwing venue and a bar and grill. The commission will also consider rezoning 1.63 acres near East Edgewood Drive and approving the final plat for The Villas at Meade Pond.

• Special Use Permit for axe throwing with alcohol at 2701 North Oneida Street
• Special Use Permit for a bar and grill at 2811 East Newberry Street
• Rezoning of 1.63 acres near East Edgewood Drive to Public Institutional District
• Final Plat approval for The Villas at Meade Pond
• Proposed Tax Increment Financing District #13 in Southpoint Commerce Park

The City Plan Commission recommended approval for two special use permits for commercial entertainment and dining. The commission also recommended approval for a land rezoning and a final plat for a residential development.

• Recommended approval of Special Use Permit #4-23 for axe throwing and alcohol sales at 2701 North Oneida Street (4-0)
• Recommended approval of Special Use Permit #5-23 for a bar and grill with alcohol sales at 2811 East Newberry Street (4-0)
• Recommended approval of Rezoning #2-23 for 1.63 acres north of East Edgewood Drive from Agricultural to Public Institutional District (4-0)
• Recommended approval of The Villas at Meade Pond Final Plat (4-0)
• Approved minutes from 5-10-23 meeting (4-0)

Community Development Committee

The Community & Economic Development Committee will review a request to approve a development agreement with Fox Commons Properties, LLC. The committee will also receive information regarding the proposed Tax Increment Financing District #13 in Southpoint Commerce Park.

• Development Agreement with Fox Commons Properties, LLC for 10 E. College Avenue
• Proposed Tax Increment Financing District #13 in Southpoint Commerce Park

The Community & Economic Development Committee recommended approval of a development agreement for the property at 10 E. College Avenue. The committee also discussed a proposed Tax Increment Financing District #13 in Southpoint Commerce Park.

• Approved minutes from 5-10-23 (5-0)
• Recommended approval of Development Agreement with Fox Commons Properties, LLC for 10 E. College Avenue (5-0)

Human Resources & Information Technology Committee

The Human Resources & Information Technology Committee recommended approval of changes to address wage compression for Police Lieutenants and Captains. The committee also received reports on fringe benefit policies and recruitment status.

• Approved minutes from 4/27/23 (3-0)
• Recommended approval of wage compression changes for Police Lieutenants and Captains, including compensation for transports, court time, and criminal guard duty (3-0)
• Received and filed changes to Fringe Benefit Policy
• Received and filed Recruitment Status Report 5/18/23

Fox Cities Transit Commission

The Commission will elect a Chair and Vice-Chair and establish its meeting schedule. Action items include authorizing a second option year for Downtown Appleton Trolley Services with Lamers Bus Lines Inc. and approving recent payments.

• Election of Fox Cities Transit Commission Chair
• Election of Fox Cities Transit Commission Vice-Chair
• Authorization for Downtown Appleton Trolley Services via Lamers Bus Lines Inc.
• Approval of April 2023 and March 2023 payments

The Fox Cities Transit Commission elected its Chair and Vice-Chair and designated a contact person. The commission also recommended approval for a second option year with Lamers Bus Lines Inc. for Downtown Appleton Trolley Services.

• Elected George Dearborn as Chair (unanimous)
• Elected Commissioner Firkus as Vice-Chair (unanimous)
• Designated Ronald McDonald as the Commission contact person (Motion Carried)
• Recommended approval for second option year with Lamers Bus Lines Inc. for Downtown Appleton Trolley Services (Motion Carried)
• Approved March 21, 2023 meeting minutes (Motion Carried)
• Approved April and March 2023 payments (Motion Carried)
• Established meeting schedule for second and fourth Tuesday of each month at 2:50 PM

Finance Committee

The committee will consider a contract for the 2023 Masonry Repairs Project and a budget amendment for a hazardous materials vehicle. Members will also review a request for a $3,000,000 cash advance between utility funds.

• Contract award to Masonry Restoration, Inc. for up to $177,675 for masonry repairs
• $3,000,000 cash advance from Stormwater Utility Fund to Wastewater Utility Fund
• Budget amendment of $22,040 for a Hazardous Materials Fund vehicle purchase
• Change orders totaling $58,406.96 for AWWTP Improvement Projects
• Final payment request of $4,131 to SDS Painting Co., Inc.

The Finance Committee recommended approval for a $3 million cash advance from the Stormwater Utility Fund to the Wastewater Utility Fund. The committee also recommended a budget amendment for a hazardous materials vehicle and a masonry repair contract. These items were moved forward for further approval.

• Recommended approval of $3M cash advance from Stormwater Utility Fund to Wastewater Utility Fund (3-0)
• Recommended approval of 2023 Budget Amendment for Hazardous Materials Fund vehicle purchase of $22,040 (3-0)
• Recommended approval of 2023 Masonry Repairs Project contract to Masonry Restoration, Inc. not to exceed $177,675 (3-0)
• Approved minutes from April 24 and May 17, 2023 meetings (3-0)

Municipal Services Committee

The Municipal Services Committee is reviewing several action items including a Lawe Street engineering contract and various street occupancy requests. The committee will also discuss the Glendale Avenue Maintenance Project.

• Engineering design services contract for Lawe Street (College Avenue to Wisconsin Ave) not to exceed $439,934.38
• Local Highway Bridge Inspection Agreement between Outagamie County and City of Appleton
• Terrace Occupancy Permit request for 1619 E. Pauline Street
• Street Occupancy Permits for Appleton Downtown Inc. sidewalk sales on College Avenue
• Permanent street occupancy permit request for loading/unloading at 1843 W. Reeve Street

The Municipal Services Committee recommended approval for a three-party engineering contract for Lawe Street and a bridge inspection agreement with Outagamie County. The committee also recommended several street and terrace occupancy permits for local businesses and residents.

• Recommended approval of Lawe Street design contract with Ayres Associates Inc. for $439,934.38 (4-0)
• Recommended approval of Local Highway Bridge Inspection Agreement with Outagamie County (4-0)
• Recommended approval of terrace occupancy permit for 3' fence at 1619 E. Pauline Street (3-1)
• Recommended approval of street occupancy permit for Edison lights at 311 E. College Avenue (4-0)
• Recommended approval of sidewalk sale permits for Appleton Downtown Inc. on June 16, July 21, and August 18 (4-0)
• Recommended approval of Mile of Music sidewalk sale permits for August 4-6 (4-0)
• Recommended approval of permanent street occupancy permit for loading at 1843 W. Reeve Street (4-0)

Common Council

The Common Council will review several committee recommendations, including a rezoning request for Seville Properties and a contract for water treatment. The agenda also includes various liquor license applications and budget amendments for golf course maintenance.

• Rezoning #1-23 for Seville Properties, LLC from Agricultural to R-3 Multifamily District
• Contract award for AWTF Phosphoric Acid Treatment Project up to $950,125
• Special Use Permit for a car wash at 4029 East Calumet Street
• Budget amendment of $25,000 for Reid Golf Course ground repair and maintenance
• New liquor license application for Broken Tree Pizza Co LLC

The Common Council approved a rezoning request for Seville Properties, LLC to allow multifamily housing and granted a special use permit for a car wash on East Calumet Street. The council also awarded a phosphoric acid treatment project contract and approved several alcohol and cigarette licenses.

• Approved rezoning of 39.913 acres at 7051 N. Ballard Road to R-3 Multi-family District (15-0)
• Approved Special Use Permit #3-23 for a car wash at 4029 East Calumet Street (13-2)
• Denied request to waive $75 sidewalk snow removal assessment for 3320 N Lawe Street (11-4)
• Approved College Ave Lane Reconfiguration Pavement Marking Contract (14-1)
• Approved $863,750 contract to August Winter and Sons for AWTF Phosphoric Acid Treatment Project
• Approved $25,000 budget amendment for Reid Golf Course ground repair and maintenance
• Approved installation of a parklet at the NW corner of Washington and Appleton Streets
• Approved 2023-2024 alcohol and cigarette license renewals

Tax Payment Appeal Board

The Tax Payment Appeal Board will meet to consider an action item regarding a property located at 540 W. River Rd. The meeting includes a roll call of membership and a review of the specific tax appeal filed by Todd Heid.

• Tax payment appeal for 540 W. River Rd. (Todd Heid)

The board reviewed a property tax payment appeal for 540 W. River Rd. Following a discussion on state statutes and delinquent account status, the board voted to deny a request for a refund of paid interest.

• Denied refund of $379.17 in interest for 540 W. River Rd. (3-0)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee is reviewing a request to award a contract for the AWTF Phosphoric Acid Treatment Project. The committee is also considering a budget amendment for Reid Golf Course ground repair and maintenance.

• Contract award for AWTF Phosphoric Acid Treatment Project up to $950,125
• $25,000 budget amendment for Reid Golf Course ground repair and maintenance

The Finance Committee recommended approval for a water treatment project contract and a budget amendment for golf course repairs. Both items were recommended for approval by a 4-0 vote.

• Recommended approval of contract to August Winter and Sons for AWTF Phosphoric Acid Treatment Project not to exceed $950,125 (4-0)
• Recommended approval of $25,000 budget amendment for Reid Golf Course Ground Repair & Maintenance (4-0)

Library Board

The Library Board will review the April 2023 bill register and discuss trustee bylaws. The agenda includes updates on a building project, hiring processes, and first-quarter statistics.

• Review of April 2023 Bill Register
• Discussion of Trustee Bylaws draft
• Building Project Update
• APL Statistics for January, February, and March 2023
• Friends Grant Funded Program Summaries for Q1 2023

The Library Board approved the April 2023 bill register, trustee bylaws, and the appointment of the Nominating Committee via a consent agenda. The board also received updates on the building project, hiring processes, and first-quarter statistics.

• Approved April 18, 2023 meeting minutes (8-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda containing items 23-0527, 23-0528, and 23-0529 (8-0)
• Approved April 2023 Bill Register
• Approved Trustee Bylaws
• Approved Appointment of the Nominating Committee

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board will consider several zoning variance requests involving property setbacks, lot coverage, and fence heights. These items include proposals for an auto sale lot at 100 W. Wisconsin Ave., increased lot coverage at 702 E. Wisconsin Ave., and a fence height exception at 1619 E. Pauline St.

• Auto sale and display lot proposal at 100 W. Wisconsin Ave. regarding landscape buffering and setbacks
• Paver installation to increase lot coverage to 91% at 702 E. Wisconsin Ave.
• Seven-foot fence height maintenance request at 1619 E. Pauline St.

The Board denied two requests for an auto sale and display lot at 100 W. Wisconsin Ave. regarding landscape buffering and setbacks. The Board approved a lot coverage increase for 702 E. Wisconsin Ave. and a fence height variance for 1619 E. Pauline St.

• Approved March 20, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0, 2 abstained)
• Denied landscape buffering and setback variance for 100 W. Wisconsin Ave. (0-4, 2 abstained)
• Denied landscaping adjacent to right of way variance for 100 W. Wisconsin Ave. (0-4, 2 abstained)
• Approved lot coverage increase to 91% at 702 E. Wisconsin Ave. (5-0, 1 abstained)
• Approved 7-foot fence height variance at 1619 E. Pauline St. (4-0, 2 abstained)

Board of Health

The Board of Health will elect a Chair and Vice Chair. The agenda also includes adding Greenville to the East Central Weights and Measures Consortium.

• Elect Board of Health Chair
• Elect Board of Health Vice Chair
• Addition of Greenville to East Central Weights and Measures Consortium
• Review of 2022 Annual Report
• Dangerous Animal Declarations

The Board of Health elected its Chair and Vice Chair and designated a contact person. The board also approved the addition of Greenville to the East Central Weights and Measures Consortium.

• Elected Spears as Board of Health Chair (6-0)
• Elected Vogel as Board of Health Vice Chair (6-0)
• Designated Dr. Chuck Sepers as Board of Health contact person
• Set meeting date and time for the second Wednesday of each month at 7:00am
• Approved addition of Greenville to East Central Weights and Measures Consortium (7-0)
• Approved February 8, 2023 meeting minutes (6-0)

Safety and Licensing Committee

The Safety and Licensing Committee is reviewing several alcohol, tobacco, and salvage dealer license applications and renewals. The meeting includes an appearance regarding an alcohol license demerit point violation for OB's Brau Haus. The committee will also receive information on upcoming special events in the city.

• Alcohol License Demerit Point Violation Appearance: OB's Brau Haus
• 2023-2024 Alcohol License Renewal applications
• Class 'A' Beer and Liquor License application for Wisconsin Avenue Marathon (1920 E Wisconsin Ave)
• Class 'B' Beer and Class 'C' Wine License application for Broken Tree Pizza (201 S Riverheath Way Ste 1100)
• 2023-2024 Cigarette and Tobacco Product License Renewals

The committee recommended approval for several alcohol license applications, agent changes, and tobacco license renewals. A salvage dealer renewal was also recommended for approval. The committee held a public hearing regarding a demerit point violation for OB's Brau Haus.

• Recommended approval of 2023-2024 Alcohol License Renewals
• Recommended approval of Class A Beer and Liquor License for Wisconsin Avenue Marathon
• Recommended approval of Class B Beer and Class C Wine License for Broken Tree Pizza
• Recommended approval of agent change for Jim's Place
• Recommended approval of agent change for Walgreens #05102
• Recommended approval of agent change for Target Store T-1248
• Recommended approval of Salvage Dealer Renewal for Mr C's Motorcycles LLC
• Recommended approval of 2023-2024 Cigarette and Tobacco Product License Renewals

Board of Review

The Board of Review will conduct organizational tasks including oaths of office and the election of a Chairperson and Vice Chairperson. The meeting also includes a review of board policies regarding telephone/written testimony and hearing waivers.

• Election of 2023 Chairperson
• Election of 2023 Vice Chairperson
• Review of Board of Review Policies

The Board of Review elected its Chair and Vice Chair for the 2023 session. The board approved the minutes from the 2022 Board of Review meeting. No property assessment hearings were conducted during this session.

• Elected Kyle Lobner as Board of Review Chair (8-0)
• Appointed Chris Croatt as Vice Chair of the Board of Review (8-0)
• Approved 2022 Board of Review Meeting Minutes (8-0)
• Adjourned meeting to October 4, 2023 (8-0)

City Plan Commission

The Commission will hold a public hearing and consider a special use permit for a car wash at 4029 East Calumet Street. Final approval of this permit requires a two-thirds vote from the Common Council. The meeting also includes a request to approve the First Addition to Glacier Ridge Preliminary Plat.

• Special Use Permit #3-23 for a car wash at 4029 East Calumet Street
• First Addition to Glacier Ridge Preliminary Plat approval request
• Approval of April 26, 2023, meeting minutes

The City Plan Commission recommended approval for a special use permit for a car wash on East Calumet Street. The commission also recommended approval for the First Addition to the Glacier Ridge Preliminary Plat.

• Recommended approval of Special Use Permit #3-23 for a car wash at 4029 East Calumet Street (6-0)
• Recommended approval of the First Addition to Glacier Ridge Preliminary Plat (6-0)
• Approved minutes from 4-26-23 (6-0)

Community Development Committee

The committee is reviewing a request to approve the second amendment to the development agreement with Rise Apartments, LLC. This project involves redevelopment on N. Oneida Street, E. Harris Street, and N. Appleton Street within TIF District No. 11.

• Second Amendment to Development Agreement with Rise Apartments, LLC
• Approval of the Assignment and Assumption of the Development Agreement
• Approval of April 26, 2023 meeting minutes

The Community & Economic Development Committee recommended approval of the Second Amendment to the Development Agreement and the associated Assignment and Assumption of the Development Agreement for Rise Apartments, LLC. The project involves redevelopment on N. Oneida Street, E. Harris Street, and N. Appleton Street within Tax Increment Financing District No. 11.

• Approved minutes from 4-26-23 (5-0)
• Recommended approval of Second Amendment to Development Agreement with Rise Apartments, LLC (5-0)
• Recommended approval of Assignment and Assumption of the Development Agreement for Rise Apartments, LLC (5-0)

Parks and Recreation Committee

The committee will consider a resolution to support pollinator and wildlife habitats in Ellen Kort Peace Park. Members will also vote on changing the committee's meeting start time to 6:15 p.m. Additionally, the committee is scheduled to approve minutes from the April 24, 2023, meeting.

• Resolution # 4-R-23 regarding pollinator and wildlife habitats in Ellen Kort Peace Park
• Proposed change to the Parks & Recreation Committee meeting start time
• Approval of April 24, 2023, meeting minutes

The Parks and Recreation Committee approved a modification to its meeting schedule, moving the start time to 6:15 p.m. A resolution to support pollinator and wildlife habitats in Ellen Kort Peace Park was held to the June 12, 2023 meeting. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved meeting schedule modification to 6:15 p.m. (3-0)
• Held resolution to support pollinator and wildlife habitats in Ellen Kort Peace Park to June 12, 2023 (3-0)

Municipal Services Committee

The Municipal Services Committee will review a pavement marking contract for College Ave lane reconfiguration and a parklet installation request at Washington and Appleton Streets. The committee will also consider a $75 snow removal assessment waiver request.

• Award of Unit CC-23 College Ave Lane Reconfiguration Pavement Marking Contract
• Request to waive a $75 sidewalk snow removal assessment for 3320 N Lawe Street
• Parklet installation request at the NW corner of Washington and Appleton Streets
• Bird E-Scooter monthly report for April 2023
• City of Appleton Parking Utility revenue update for April 2023

The Municipal Services Committee recommended approval of the College Ave Lane Reconfiguration Pavement Marking Contract (Unit CC-23), which had been held from the previous meeting. The committee also recommended denial of a sidewalk snow removal assessment waiver request and approved a parklet installation on Washington Street. All votes were 4-0 with one member excused, except the waiver denial which passed 3-1.

• Recommended approval of Unit CC-23 College Ave Lane Reconfiguration Pavement Marking Contract (4-0)
• Recommended denial of Rachel Coloma's $75 sidewalk snow removal assessment waiver (3-1)
• Recommended approval of parklet installation at NW corner of Washington and Appleton streets (4-0)

Common Council

The Common Council will review several committee recommendations, including a $200,000 ARPA grant for Habitat for Humanity and an annexation of 1.63 acres. The agenda also includes discussions on street light policies, alcohol license hearings, and various city property acquisitions.

• $200,000 ARPA grant award to Greater Fox Cities Habitat for Humanity, Inc.
• Annexation of approximately 1.63 acres for Providence Avenue and Baldeagle Drive
• $134,180 grant allocation for the Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant Program
• Alcohol license suspension hearing for Chadwick's Bar
• Agreement with Goodwill Industries for Miracle Field upgrades at Memorial Park

The Common Council approved a $200,000 American Rescue Plan Act grant to Greater Fox Cities Habitat for Humanity for affordable housing, and a $134,180 energy efficiency grant. An amendment to restrict the energy grant to library projects failed 5-10. The council also approved a street light installation policy, an annexation ordinance, and several other routine items.

• Approved $200,000 ARPA affordable housing grant to Habitat for Humanity (15-0)
• Approved $134,180 Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant (15-0)
• Failed amendment to restrict energy grant to library projects (5-10)
• Approved annexation ordinance for Future Providence Avenue and Baldeagle Drive (15-0)
• Approved street light installation policy (unanimous)
• Approved alcohol license suspension stipulation for Chadwick's Bar
• Approved lease for dance studio space at Northland Mall
• Approved Police Table of Organization changes

Safety and Licensing Committee

The Safety and Licensing Committee will review alcohol license suspensions, agent changes, and temporary licenses. The meeting also includes the election of a Vice Chair and updates on police and fire department hiring.

• Alcohol license suspension hearing for Chadwick's Bar
• Change of agent application for Viking Room at 615 E College Ave
• Temporary beer license for Trout Museum of Art's 'Art at the Park'
• Election of a Vice Chair
• Police report on alcohol license violations at OB's Brau Haus

The committee recommended approval for a license stipulation for Chadwick's Bar, a change of agent for Lawrence University's Viking Room, and a temporary license for the Trout Museum of Art. Additionally, the committee elected a new vice-chair and confirmed its meeting schedule.

• Recommended approval of stipulation for PJW, LLC DBA: Chadwick's Bar (5-0)
• Recommended approval of Change of Agent for Lawrence University d/b/a Viking Room (5-0)
• Recommended approval of Temporary Class "B" Beer License for Trout Museum of Art (5-0)
• Elected Ald. Schultz as vice-chair (4-0)
• Maintained meeting schedule at 5:30 p.m. on the 2nd & 4th Wednesdays of the month
• Designated Clerk Lynch as the contact person
• Approved minutes from 4/12/2023 (5-0)

Community Development Committee

The Committee will consider a request for the City to serve as lead agency for Emergency Housing Homeless funding. Members will also elect a Vice Chair and may enter a closed session regarding potential development agreements in downtown Appleton.

• Request to apply for Emergency Housing Homeless (EHH) funding
• City serving as lead and fiscal agency for Fox Cities Housing Coalition
• Closed session discussion regarding potential development agreement and public fund investment in downtown Appleton
• Election of Vice Chair

The Committee recommended approval for the City to serve as the lead and fiscal agency for the Fox Cities Housing Coalition to apply for Emergency Housing Homeless funding. The body also elected a Vice Chair and updated its meeting schedule.

• Recommended approval for City to apply for Emergency Housing Homeless funding as lead agency for Fox Cities Housing Coalition (3-0)
• Approved motion to convene in closed session to discuss downtown real property development (3-0)
• Elected Alderperson Thyssen as Vice Chair (3-0)
• Changed meeting time to 6:30 p.m. on the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of the month
• Designated Director Kara Homan as the contact person
• Approved minutes from 4-12-23 (3-0)

City Plan Commission

The City Plan Commission will consider a rezoning request to change approximately 39.913 acres from Temporary Agricultural District to R-3 Multi-family District. The commission will also review an annexation of approximately 1.63 acres involving Providence Avenue and Baldeagle Drive.

• Rezoning #1-23: 39.913 acres at 7051 N. Ballard Road from Temporary AG to R-3 Multi-family
• Annexation of approximately 1.63 acres for Providence Avenue and Baldeagle Drive extension
• Election of Vice Chair

The City Plan Commission recommended approval for a rezoning request at 7051 N. Ballard Road and an annexation of 1.63 acres for Providence Avenue and Baldeagle Drive. The commission also elected a Vice Chair and designated a contact person.

• Recommended approval of Rezoning #1-23 for 39.913 acres at 7051 N. Ballard Road from Temporary AG to R-3 Multi-family District (5-0)
• Recommended approval of 1.63-acre annexation for Future Providence Avenue and Baldeagle Drive (5-0)
• Elected Uitenbroek as Vice Chair (5-0)
• Designated Director Kara Homan as contact person
• Approved minutes from 4-12-23 (5-0)
• Maintained meeting schedule for 2nd and 4th Wednesdays at 3:30 p.m.

Human Resources & Information Technology Committee

The Human Resources & Information Technology Committee will review several administrative and operational requests. This includes a recommendation to award network managed services to Heartland Business Systems and proposed changes to police staffing organization. The committee will also elect a vice chair and review recruitment status reports.

• Request to award Network Managed Services to Heartland Business Systems
• Proposed changes to Police Table of Organization
• Election of Vice Chair
• Recruitment Status Report through 4/20/23

The committee recommended awarding a Network Managed Services contract to Heartland Business Systems and approved changes to the Police Table of Organization. The body also elected a Vice Chair and updated its meeting schedule.

• Approved minutes from 4/12/23 (4-0)
• Elected Alderperson Fenton as Vice-Chair (4-0)
• Changed meeting date and time to Wednesday at 4:30
• Designated Director Ratchman as contact person
• Recommended awarding Network Managed Services to Heartland Business Systems (3-0-1)
• Recommended approval of Police Table of Organization changes (4-0)

Utilities Committee

This meeting was scheduled to include the election of a Vice-Chair and review monthly reports for wastewater and water facilities. However, the meeting has been cancelled.

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee is reviewing several funding requests and property agreements. Action items include grant allocations for energy efficiency and affordable housing, as well as lease and acquisition requests for city departments.

• Approve $200,000 ARPA Affordable Housing Project Grant to Greater Fox Cities Habitat for Humanity, Inc.
• Approve $134,180 Grant Allocation for Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant (EECBG) Program
• Award $126,200 for Network Managed Services to Heartland Business Systems
• Approve lease for Northland Mall space for Parks, Recreation and Facilities Management Department
• Approve staff authorization to acquire Units 50 D and 50 E in City Center West lower level

The Finance Committee recommended approval for a dance studio lease at Northland Mall, the acquisition of space in City Center West, and funding for the Miracle Field upgrades. The committee also recommended two grant allocations for energy efficiency and affordable housing. Additionally, the committee elected its leadership and board representatives.

• Recommended approval of Northland Mall lease for Parks, Recreation and Facilities Management (5-0)
• Recommended approval to acquire Units 50 D and 50 E in City Center West lower level (5-0)
• Recommended approval of agreement with Goodwill Industries for Miracle Field Upgrades (5-0)
• Recommended approval of $134,180 Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant allocation (5-0)
• Recommended approval of $200,000 ARPA Affordable Housing Project Grant to Greater Fox Cities Habitat for Humanity, Inc. (5-0)
• Elected Ald. Croatt as vice-chair (unanimous)
• Elected Ald. Hartzheim to Tax Appeal (unanimous)
• Elected Ald. VanZeeland to CEA Board (unanimous)

Parks and Recreation Committee

The committee will consider a resolution to support pollinator and wildlife habitats in Ellen Kort Peace Park. Members will also elect a Vice-Chair and set future meeting schedules. Updates regarding Lundgaard Park and dance studios are included as information items.

• Resolution #4-R-23 to support pollinator and wildlife habitats in Ellen Kort Peace Park
• Election of the Parks & Recreation Committee Vice-Chair
• Setting meeting dates and times for the committee
• Lundgaard Park update
• Dance studios update

The committee elected Alderperson Wolff as vice-chair and established a recurring meeting schedule. The committee also designated Director Gazza as the contact person and deferred a resolution regarding pollinator habitats at Ellen Kort Peace Park.

• Elected Alderperson Wolff as vice-chair (5-0)
• Set meeting dates for first and third Monday of the month at 6:15 p.m. (5-0)
• Designated Director Gazza as the committee contact person (5-0)
• Held Resolution #4-R-23 regarding pollinator and wildlife habitats in Ellen Kort Peace Park until May 8, 2023 (5-0)
• Approved minutes from April 10, 2023 meeting (5-0)

Municipal Services Committee

The Municipal Services Committee will consider a street light installation policy and an anticipated award for pavement markings on College Ave Lane. The committee will also hold elections for a Vice Chair and a Central Equipment Agency Board Member.

• Anticipated Award of Unit CC-23 College Ave Lane Reconfiguration Pavement Marking Contract
• Resolution #3-R-23 Street Light Installation Policy
• Election of Vice Chair
• Election of Central Equipment Agency Board Member

The Municipal Services Committee recommended approval of a street light installation policy and elected Ald. Doran to two positions. A contract for pavement marking on College Ave was held until the May 8th meeting.

• Recommended approval of Resolution #3-R-23 Street Light Installation Policy (5-0)
• Approved Ald. Doran as vice-chair (unanimous)
• Approved Ald. Doran for Central Equipment Agency Board (unanimous)
• Held College Ave Lane Reconfiguration Pavement Marking Contract until May 8th (5-0)
• Approved April 10, 2023 minutes (5-0)

Common Council

The Common Council is conducting an organizational meeting to review and amend various procedural rules. Proposed changes include updates to the invocation, resolution submission processes, and the Pledge of Allegiance requirement.

• Modifying Rule 3 regarding Invocation options
• Amending Rule 4 regarding written submission of Resolutions
• Updating Rule 14 regarding 'Call the Question' procedures
• Establishing continuity of government protocols for Council President and Vice President
• Adding a requirement for the Pledge of Allegiance at all committee and board meetings

The Common Council approved a new standardized message for the meeting invocation and updated rules regarding the submission and withdrawal of resolutions. The council also approved a new rule requiring the Pledge of Allegiance at the start of committee, board, and commission meetings.

• Approved Option B for the meeting invocation (8-6)
• Approved rule requiring council members to work with staff before introducing resolutions (10-2)
• Denied rule change to Rule 14 regarding calling the question (7-5)
• Denied rule change to Rule 32 regarding Continuity of Government (3-10)
• Denied striking Rule 34 in its entirety (3-10)
• Approved striking subsection 2 of Rule 34 regarding resolution withdrawal (9-4)
• Approved new rule requiring the Pledge of Allegiance at committee, board, and commission meetings (as amended)

Common Council

The Common Council will review several committee recommendations, including a water main reconstruction contract not to exceed $1,096,666. The agenda also includes a resolution to eliminate No Mow May and various utility and park-related items.

• Water Main Reconstruction contract up to $1,096,666
• Resolution to eliminate No Mow May
• Complete Streets/Pedestrian Study contract up to $75,000
• AWWTP A-Building Renovation contract up to $298,328
• Special Use Permit for patio expansion at 409 W College Ave

The Common Council voted to maintain the 'No Mow May' initiative by denying a resolution to eliminate it. The council also approved several infrastructure contracts and a special use permit for a tavern expansion.

• Denied resolution to eliminate No Mow May (11-3)
• Approved Special Use Permit for Mr Frogs outdoor patio expansion at 409 West College Avenue (14-0)
• Approved Class 'B' Beer and Reserve 'Class B' Liquor premise amendment for Mr Frogs (14-0)
• Approved $1.09M water main reconstruction contract for Unit X-23 to Kruczek Construction Inc.
• Approved $298,328 AWWTP A-Building renovation contract to RJM Construction, LLC
• Approved $266,500 sanitary and storm sewer cleaning contract to Green Bay Pipe & TV, LLC
• Approved $200,000 mini storm sewer construction contract for Unit J-23 to M & E Construction, LLC
• Approved Appleton Housing Authority appointment (14-0)

Common Council

This is a test meeting agenda for the Appleton Common Council. The agenda includes committee reports, special resolutions, and ordinances.

• Municipal Services Committee minutes
• Safety and Licensing Committee minutes
• City Plan Commission minutes
• Parks and Recreation Committee minutes
• Finance Committee minutes

Library Board

The Library Board will review the March 2023 Bill Register and a Conditions of Employment Policy. The agenda also includes reports on building projects, hiring processes, and National Library Week.

• Review of March 2023 Bill Register
• Discussion of Conditions of Employment Policy
• Collection Development Policy memo and amendment
• Building Project Update
• APL Hiring Process Update

The Library Board approved a consent agenda containing the March 2023 bill register, the COA Conditions of Employment Policy, and the Personnel & Policy Committee report. The board also approved the minutes from the March 14, 2023 meeting.

• Approved March 14, 2023 Meeting Minutes (7-0)
• Approved March 2023 Bill Register (7-0)
• Approved COA Conditions of Employment Policy (7-0)
• Approved Report of the Personnel & Policy Committee (7-0)

Common Council

This informal organizational meeting focuses on several proposed updates to the Council Rules. The agenda includes discussions on procedures for resolutions, meeting schedules, and the 'Call the Question' motion. The council will also review department functions and the city's code of conduct.

• Proposed parameters for the invocation
• Requirement for resolutions to be available 48 hours before being read
• New 4/5ths vote threshold to 'call the question'
• Proposal to add the Pledge of Allegiance to all committee meetings
• Review of Department and Committee Functions

The Common Council met for an informal organizational session to review proposed changes to council rules and the code of conduct. No final votes on rule changes were recorded in the minutes. The council decided to further explore and modify the 2023 Draft Code of Conduct at a mid-year meeting.

• Tabled 2023 Draft Code of Conduct for further exploration at a mid-year organizational meeting
• Withdrew proposed rule change 23-0403 regarding resolution submission and review
• Withdrew proposed rule change 23-0382 regarding automatic referrals
• Withdrew proposed rule change 23-0386 regarding meeting schedules
• Withdrew proposed rule change 23-0389 regarding remote meeting participation

Safety and Licensing Committee

The Safety and Licensing Committee is considering several alcohol license applications for local businesses and community events. The committee will also receive the 2022 Police Department Annual Report.

• Permanent Class 'B' liquor amendment for Mr Frogs at 409 W College Ave
• Temporary beer and wine license for Creative Downtown Appleton Inc Night Market on May 19, 2023
• Temporary beer and wine license for Appleton Downtown Inc Summer Music Concert Series starting June 1, 2023
• Temporary beer license for Appleton Fox Cities Kiwanis Club Car Show on July 15-16, 2023
• 2022 Police Department Annual Report

The committee approved a permanent premise amendment for Mr Frogs and three temporary beer and wine licenses for upcoming community events. All approvals are contingent upon departmental clearances from Police, Health, Inspections, or Community Development.

• Approved Class 'B' Beer and Reserve 'Class B' Liquor permanent premise amendment for Jackson Investment Group LLC d/b/a Mr Frogs (5-0)
• Approved Temporary Class 'B' Beer and 'Class B' Wine license for Creative Downtown Appleton Inc for Night Market event on May 19, 2023 (5-0)
• Approved Temporary Class 'B' Beer and 'Class B' Wine license for Appleton Downtown Inc for Summer Music Concert Series June 1 through August 31, 2023 (5-0)
• Approved Temporary Class 'B' Beer license for Appleton Fox Cities Kiwanis Club for Appleton Car Show and Swap Meet on July 15-16, 2023 (5-0)
• Approved minutes from 4/5/2023 meeting (4-0, 1 abstention)

Appleton Redevelopment Authority

The authority is considering amendments to the Exhibition Center Advisory Committee membership terms. The meeting includes updates on the sale of 222 N. Oneida Street to Valley Transit and city-wide business enhancement grants.

• Amendment to Exhibition Center Advisory Committee membership terms
• Hotelier and Community Member appointments for the Exhibition Center Advisory Committee
• Update on 222 N. Oneida Street sale to Valley Transit
• Update on City-wide ARA Business Enhancement Grants

The Appleton Redevelopment Authority approved an amendment to remove term limits for members of the Exhibition Center Advisory Committee. The board also approved one vacated hotelier appointment and one community member re-appointment to the same committee.

• Approved minutes from 11-17-22 (4-0)
• Approved amendment to remove term limits for Exhibition Center Advisory Committee members (4-0)
• Approved one vacated Hotelier Appointment and one Community Member Re-Appointment to the Exhibition Center Advisory Committee (4-0)

City Plan Commission

The Plan Commission will consider a Special Use Permit to expand an existing outdoor patio with alcohol sales and service at 409 West College Avenue. This request includes a plan of operation that would run with the land subject to specific conditions.

• Special Use Permit #2-23 for Mr. Frogs at 409 West College Avenue to expand outdoor patio and alcohol service

The City Plan Commission recommended approval for a special use permit to expand an outdoor patio with alcohol sales at Mr. Frogs. The decision now moves to the Common Council for a required two-thirds vote.

• Recommended approval of Special Use Permit #2-23 for outdoor patio expansion at 409 West College Avenue (7-0)
• Approved minutes from 3-22-23 meeting (7-0)

Community Development Committee

The Community & Economic Development Committee will review a presentation regarding the Appleton housing overview. The committee will also receive information concerning proposed changes to the table of organization for the Department of Public Works and the Community & Economic Development department.

• Appleton Housing Overview presentation
• Proposed Table of Organization Changes for DPW and CED

The committee approved the minutes from the March 22, 2023 meeting. Members received presentations on the Appleton housing overview and proposed organization changes for the Department of Public Works and Community & Economic Development.

• Approved March 22, 2023 meeting minutes (3-0)

Library Board

The Library Board will consider action items regarding updates to the APL Collection Development Policy. The board will also receive information concerning updates to the APL Trustee Bylaws.

• Action item: APL Collection Development Policy updates
• Information item: APL Trustee Bylaws updates

The Personnel & Policy Committee recommended approval of updates to the APL Collection Development Policy. The recommendation includes language ensuring material remains available during review processes.

• Recommended approval of APL Collection Development Policy updates as amended (3-0)

Human Resources & Information Technology Committee

The Human Resources & Information Technology Committee will consider a request to approve a reorganization of Community and Economic Development and Public Works. The committee will also receive a recruitment status report through April 6, 2023.

• Request to approve Community and Economic Development / Public Works Re-organization
• Recruitment Status Report through 4/6/23

The Human Resources & Information Technology Committee recommended the approval of re-organizations for Community and Economic Development and Public Works. The committee also approved the minutes from the March 8, 2023 meeting.

• Recommended approval of Community and Economic Development and Public Works re-organization (5-0)
• Approved March 8, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)

Utilities Committee

The Utilities Committee will meet to approve previous meeting minutes and consider a contract award. The primary action item involves cleaning and televising sanitary and storm sewers.

• Award Unit F-23 Sanitary & Storm Sewer Cleaning and Televising to Green Bay Pipe & TV, LLC for an amount not to exceed $266,500

The Utilities Committee recommended the approval of a contract for sanitary and storm sewer cleaning and televising. The committee also approved the minutes from the March 21, 2023 meeting.

• Recommended approval of Unit F-23 Sanitary & Storm Sewer Cleaning and Televising contract to Green Bay Pipe & TV, LLC not to exceed $266,500 (4-0)
• Approved March 21, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee is reviewing several action items including budget amendments for the Water Lake Station gate and engineering service increases. The committee will also consider awarding multiple construction contracts for sewer, water main, and building renovation projects.

• Water Utility budget amendment of $188,139 for Water Lake Station Gate Upgrade
• Engineering Services Amendment #1 for AWWTP A&S Buildings Roof Repairs increasing contract to $58,100
• AWWTP A-Building Renovation Project contract award to RJM Construction, LLC up to $298,328
• Unit J-23 Mini Storm Sewer Construction contract award to M & E Construction, LLC up to $200,000
• Unit X-23 Water Main Reconstruction (Rebid) contract award to Kruczek Construction Inc. up to $1,096,666

The Finance Committee recommended approval for several infrastructure contracts, including a water main reconstruction and storm sewer construction. The committee also recommended a budget amendment for the Water Lake Station gate upgrade and an engineering services contract increase.

• Recommended approval of $188,139 Water Utility budget amendment for Water Lake Station Gate Upgrade (5-0)
• Recommended approval of $39,600 contract increase for Specialty Engineering Group, LLC (5-0)
• Recommended award of AWWTP A-Building Renovation contract to RJM Construction, LLC not to exceed $298,328 (5-0)
• Recommended award of Unit J-23 Mini Storm Sewer Construction to M & E Construction, LLC not to exceed $200,000 (5-0)
• Recommended award of Unit X-23 Water Main Reconstruction to Kruczek Construction Inc. not to exceed $1,096,666 (5-0)
• Recommended approval of CEA Review Committee Report (5-0)
• Approved March 20, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)

Tax Payment Appeal Board

The Tax Payment Appeal Board will consider one action item regarding a tax payment appeal. The matter involves the property located at 1028 E. Green Tree Ct., Unit A.

• Tax payment appeal (23-0316) for 1028 E. Green Tree Ct., Unit A

The Tax Payment Appeal Board reviewed an appeal from Catherine Kautsky regarding property at 1028 E. Green Tree Ct., Unit A. The board approved a refund of paid interest based on extenuating circumstances and the fact that taxes were paid in full.

• Approved $45.59 interest refund for 1028 E. Green Tree Ct., Unit A (3-0)

Municipal Services Committee

The Municipal Services Committee will review several action items including a resolution to eliminate No Mow May. The committee is also considering contract awards for a pedestrian study and parking ramp engineering services.

• Resolution #2-R-23 to eliminate No Mow May
• Street occupancy permit for Legendairy Cookies ‘N Creamery at 101 E. College Avenue
• Complete Streets/Pedestrian Study contract award to ALTA Planning + Design up to $75,000.00
• 2023 Parking Ramp Professional Engineering and Construction Administration Services contract to Desman Design Management up to $50,480.00

The Municipal Services Committee recommended the denial of a resolution to eliminate No Mow May. The committee also recommended approval for a street occupancy permit and two professional service contracts.

• Recommended denial of Resolution #2-R-23 to Eliminate No Mow May (4-1)
• Recommended approval of street occupancy permit for Legendairy Cookies ‘N Creamery at 101 E. College Avenue (5-0)
• Recommended approval of Complete Streets/Pedestrian Study contract to ALTA Planning + Design not to exceed $75,000.00 (5-0)
• Recommended approval of 2023 Parking Ramp Professional Engineering and Construction Administration Services contract to Desman Design Management not to exceed $50,480.00 (5-0)
• Approved March 20, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)

Parks and Recreation Committee

The committee will consider a special event request for Irish Fest of the Fox Cities in Jones Park. Members will also vote on adopting a revised athletic facilities rental and fee schedule policy. Additionally, the committee will receive updates regarding 2023 seasonal employee staffing.

• Special event request from Irish Fest of the Fox Cities for Jones Park on September 15-16, 2023
• Adoption of the Proposed Revised Athletic Facilities Rental and Fee Schedule Policy
• 2023 seasonal employee staffing updates

The Parks and Recreation Committee recommended approval for Irish Fest to hold a ticketed private event in Jones Park. The committee also recommended the adoption of a revised athletic facilities rental and fee schedule policy.

• Recommended approval for Irish Fest ticketed private event in Jones Park on September 15-16, 2023 (5-0)
• Recommended approval to adopt the Proposed Revised Athletic Facilities Rental and Fee Schedule Policy (5-0)
• Approved February 20, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)

Common Council

The Council will consider several committee recommendations, including significant budget carryovers and various contract awards. The agenda also includes a public hearing regarding the Meade Pond, LLC planned development amendment.

• Approval of $39,533,841 in 2022-2023 budget carryover appropriations
• Public hearing for a major amendment to the Meade Pond, LLC planned development
• Contract amendment for Lawe Street Bascule Bridge inspections totaling $106,461
• MOU with Bird Rides, Inc. for a dockless electric scooter program
• Award of up to $473,850 for concrete and street excavation repairs

The Common Council approved a lane reconfiguration pilot project for College Avenue and a major amendment and preliminary plat for The Villas at Meade Pond. Other actions included approving CDBG funding allocations and a dockless electric scooter program with Bird Rides, Inc.

• Approved College Avenue Lane Reconfiguration Pilot Project (14-1)
• Approved Major Amendment to Planned Development #1-01 for Meade Pond LLC (15-0)
• Approved The Villas at Meade Pond Preliminary Plat (15-0)
• Approved revised 2023-2024PY CDBG funding allocations (15-0)
• Approved MOU with Bird Rides, Inc. for electric scooter program (12-3)
• Approved rejection of all bids for Unit X-23 Water Main Reconstruction (14-1)
• Approved $473,850 contract for Unit E-23 Concrete & Street Excavation Repairs
• Approved Seville Properties Ballard & Werner Road Annexation (15-0)

Safety and Licensing Committee

The Safety and Licensing Committee is reviewing several liquor license applications and a secondhand mall license renewal. The agenda also includes a request for a Capital Credit Union grant and the 2022 Police Department Annual Report.

• Capital Credit Union's Elevate Communities Grant application
• Class 'A' Beer and Liquor License for Tiffani's Bridal at 210 W College Ave
• Class 'B' Beer and Liquor Permanent Premise Amendment for Stone Arch Brewpub Inc at 1004 S Olde Oneida St
• Class 'B' Beer and Liquor Temporary Premise Amendment for Sangria's Mexican Grill at 215 S Memorial Dr
• Class 'B' Beer and Liquor Change of Premise for Calaveras Fine Fusion LLC at 511 W College Ave

The Safety and Licensing Committee recommended approval for four liquor license applications and one secondhand mall license renewal. The committee also recommended applying for a Capital Credit Union Elevate Communities Grant.

• Recommended approval to apply for Capital Credit Union's Elevate Communities Grant (4-0)
• Recommended approval of Class A Beer and Liquor license for Tiffani's Bridal (4-0)
• Recommended approval of Class B Beer and Liquor premise amendment for Stone Arch Brewpub (4-0)
• Recommended approval of Class B Beer and Liquor temporary premise amendment for Sangria's Mexican Grill (4-0)
• Recommended approval of Class B Beer and Liquor change of premise for Calaveras Fine Fusion (4-0)
• Recommended approval of Secondhand Mall/Flea License renewal for Ye Old Goat (4-0)
• Approved minutes from 3/8/2023 meeting (4-0)

City Plan Commission

The City Plan Commission will consider a special use permit for an automobile sales and display lot at 520 East Northland Avenue. The commission will also review a request to annex approximately 39.913 acres located at N2751 County Road EE.

• Special Use Permit #1-23 for an automobile sales and display lot at 520 East Northland Avenue
• Annexation of approximately 39.913 acres at N2751 County Road EE

The City Plan Commission recommended approval for a special use permit regarding an automobile sales lot and a land annexation request. Both items were moved forward for further approval.

• Approved minutes from 3-8-23 (5-0)
• Recommended approval of Special Use Permit #1-23 for automobile sales and display lot at 520 East Northland Avenue (5-0)
• Recommended approval of Seville Properties Ballard & Werner Road Annexation of approximately 39.913 acres (5-0)

Community Development Committee

The Committee will consider a request to approve revised 2023-2024 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funding allocations. Additionally, the committee will receive the 2022 Growth Report for the City of Appleton.

• Revised 2023-2024 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funding allocation recommendations
• 2022 Growth Report for the City of Appleton

The Community & Economic Development Committee recommended approval of the revised 2023-2024PY Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funding. The committee also approved the minutes from the March 8, 2023 meeting.

• Approved March 8, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Recommended approval of revised 2023-2024PY CDBG funding (4-0)

Fox Cities Transit Commission

The Fox Cities Transit Commission will review financial reports and ridership data from February 2023. The commission is also scheduled to consider approving monthly payments and a tire leasing contract.

• Authorization to award tire leasing contract to Bridgestone Americas Tire Operations, LLC
• Approval of February 2023 payments
• Review of February 2023 financial report
• Review of February 2023 ridership report

The Fox Cities Transit Commission recommended the approval of a tire leasing contract. The commission also approved February 2023 payments and the minutes from the February 20 meeting.

• Recommended approval of tire leasing contract to Bridgestone Americas Tire Operations, LLC (Voice Vote: Carried)
• Approved February 2023 payments (Voice Vote: Carried)
• Approved February 20, 2023 meeting minutes (Voice Vote: Carried)

Utilities Committee

The Utilities Committee will review multiple contract awards for sewer maintenance, pump purchases, and water system upgrades. The agenda also includes a monthly report regarding water distribution and meter activity.

• Award Unit R-23 Chemical Root Foaming of Sanitary Sewers to Duke's Root Control, Inc. up to $25,000
• Award purchase of Primary Digester Circulation Pump from Crane Engineering for $27,774
• Award Sole Source Purchase of Secondary Clarifier Algae Sweep System from Ford Hall Company, Inc. up to $150,696
• Award Sole Source Engineering Services Contract to McMahon for Phase II Belt Filter Press Equipment Upgrades up to $186,300
• Award Sole Source Engineering Services Contract to McMahon for 2023 Digester Piping and Heat Exchanger Replacement Project up to $98,095

The Utilities Committee recommended approval for five separate contracts related to sanitary sewer maintenance and equipment upgrades. These include chemical root foaming, pump purchases, and engineering services. All recommendations passed with unanimous 5-0 votes.

• Recommended award to Duke's Root Control, Inc. for chemical root foaming of sanitary sewers not to exceed $25,000 (5-0)
• Recommended purchase of Primary Digester Circulation Pump from Crane Engineering for $27,774 (5-0)
• Recommended sole source purchase of Secondary Clarifier Algae Sweep System from Ford Hall Company, Inc. not to exceed $150,696 (5-0)
• Recommended sole source engineering contract to McMahon for Phase II Belt Filter Press Equipment Upgrades not to exceed $186,300 (5-0)
• Recommended sole source engineering contract to McMahon for 2023 Digester Piping and Heat Exchanger Replacement Project not to exceed $98,095 (5-0)
• Approved March 7, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)

Municipal Services Committee

The Municipal Services Committee will review several action items including a contract amendment for the Lawe Street Bascule Bridge. The agenda also includes a dockless electric scooter program proposal and a lane reconfiguration pilot project on College Avenue.

• $11,400 change order for Lawe Street Bascule Bridge inspections
• Memorandum of Understanding with Bird Rides, Inc. for electric scooters
• College Avenue Lane Reconfiguration Pilot Project
• Street Occupancy Permit request for 333 W. College Avenue
• Resolution #2-R-23 to eliminate No Mow May

The Municipal Services Committee recommended approval for a dockless electric scooter program and a lane reconfiguration pilot on College Avenue. The committee also approved a bridge inspection contract amendment and a street occupancy permit for a hotel. A resolution to eliminate 'No Mow May' was held.

• Recommended approval of $11,400 contract amendment for Lawe Street Bascule Bridge inspections (4-0)
• Recommended approval of Memorandum of Understanding with Bird Rides, Inc. for 2023 electric scooter program (4-0)
• Recommended approval of College Avenue Lane Reconfiguration Pilot Project (4-0)
• Recommended approval of street occupancy permit for Hilton Appleton Paper Valley Hotel at 333 W. College Avenue (4-0)
• Held Resolution #2-R-23 to Eliminate No Mow May (4-0)
• Approved March 6, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will consider several requests for zoning variances. These include proposals for a new tavern, sign size adjustments, and pool installations. The board will also review requests regarding accessory structures and lot coverage limits.

• Proposed tavern use at 602 N. Lawe St. with 3 parking spaces instead of 17 required
• Request for a 207 sq. ft. sign at 2626 S. Oneida St.
• Proposal for a pool at 416 E. Haddonstone Dr. increasing lot coverage to 46.4%
• Request for a detached canopy structure at 1000 W. Northland Ave.

The Board approved requests for a front yard canopy, a pool lot coverage increase, and a tavern parking variance. A request to install a 207 sq. ft. ground sign was denied.

• Approved detached accessory structure (canopy) in front yard at 1000 W. Northland Ave. (4-0)
• Approved request regarding 23-47(a) at 1000 W. Northland Ave. (4-0)
• Approved 50% lot coverage for pool installation at 416 E. Haddonstone Dr. (4-0)
• Denied 207 sq. ft. ground sign replacement at 2626 S. Oneida St. (4-0)
• Approved parking variance for tavern at 602 N. Lawe St. (4-0)
• Approved February 20, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee is reviewing several budget amendments and carryover appropriations for the 2022-2023 period. Action items include awarding concrete construction contracts and deciding on water main reconstruction bids.

• Award Unit D-23 Sidewalk Construction to BMD Concrete Innovations up to $293,000
• Award Unit E-23 Miscellaneous Concrete & Street Excavation Repairs to Al Dix Concrete, Inc. up to $473,850
• Reject all bids for Unit X-23 Water Main Reconstruction
• Approve 2022-2023 Budget carryover of $39,533,841 (not under contract) and $293,616 (special consideration)
• Amend 2022 budget for various funds including Community Development Block Grant and Emergency Shelter Grant

The Finance Committee recommended approval for several construction contracts and the rejection of all bids for the Unit X-23 Water Main Reconstruction. The committee also recommended approval for 2022-2023 budget carryover appropriations and various 2022 budget amendments.

• Recommended approval of Unit D-23 Sidewalk Construction contract to BMD Concrete Innovations up to $293,000 (5-0)
• Recommended approval of Unit E-23 Miscellaneous Concrete & Street Excavation Repairs contract to Al Dix Concrete, Inc. up to $473,850 (5-0)
• Recommended rejection of all bids for Unit X-23 Water Main Reconstruction (5-0)
• Recommended approval of 2022-2023 Budget carryover appropriations for items not under contract ($39,533,841) and Special Consideration ($293,616) (5-0)
• Recommended approval of 2022 Budget amendments for multiple funds including Community Development Block Grant, Emergency Shelter Grant, and Room Tax Administration (5-0)
• Approved March 6, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)

CEA Review Committee

The committee is reviewing several requests for city fleet upgrades and additions. These include adding a sedan to the Health Department fleet and a roller to Reid Golf Course. The meeting also includes information on 2023 equipment purchases and proposed 2024 replacements.

• Request to upgrade Facilities truck #503 to a crew cab pickup in 2024
• Request to add Salsco HP Roller to Reid Golf Course fleet in 2024
• Request to add second use sedan to Health Department fleet in 2023
• Request to keep tractor #593 as a spare in Stormwater fleet in 2024
• Approval of 2023 CEA seasonal vehicle requests

The committee recommended approval for six equipment and vehicle requests, including fleet additions for the Health Department and Reid Golf Course. The committee also approved the minutes from the July 11, 2022 meeting.

• Approved July 11, 2022 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Recommended approval to upgrade Facilities truck #503 to a crew cab 4WD in 2024 (3-0)
• Recommended approval to keep Dodge Durango #803 until van #807 replacement arrives in 2024 (3-0)
• Recommended approval to add Salsco HP Roller to Reid Golf Course fleet in 2024 (3-0)
• Recommended approval to add second use sedan to Health Department fleet in 2023 (3-1)
• Recommended approval to keep tractor #593 as a spare in Stormwater fleet in 2024 (3-0)
• Recommended approval of 2023 CEA seasonal vehicle requests (3-0)

Safety and Licensing Committee

This meeting agenda consists of placeholder or test entries for the committee. No substantive business, such as specific ordinances or contracts, is listed in the document.

• Approval of 23-0307 S&L Test Minutes
• Action Item 23-0308 S&L Test
• Action Item 23-0309 S&L Test
• Amendments for 23-0310 S&L Test

Common Council

The Common Council is reviewing several major infrastructure projects, including concrete paving and asphalt reconstruction. The agenda includes public hearings for street improvements on Amethyst Drive and Bluetopaz Dr. Additionally, the council will consider development agreements and contract awards for utility management.

• Concrete paving contract for Unit A-23 totaling up to $5,437,940.33
• Asphalt pavement reconstruction for Unit B-23 up to $712,231.28
• AWWTP Hardscape Renovation Project contract up to $559,980.65
• Public hearing on concrete pavement and sidewalk construction on Amethyst Drive
• Development agreement extension for Urbane 115 LLC in TIF District No. 11

The Common Council approved several infrastructure contracts, including a major concrete paving project and wastewater treatment plant renovations. The council also approved extensions and grant agreements for a mixed-use development at E. Washington Street and S. Oneida Street.

• Approved $5,437,940.33 concrete paving contract Unit A-23 to Vinton Construction Co., Inc. (13-2)
• Approved $712,231.28 asphalt pavement reconstruction contract Unit B-23 to Vinton Construction Co., Inc. (13-2)
• Approved $559,980.65 AWWTP Hardscape Renovation Project contract to Vinton Construction Co., Inc. (15-0)
• Approved Final Resolution 1-P-23 for concrete pavement, sidewalks, and driveway aprons (15-0)
• Approved Final Resolution 2-P-23 for sanitary and storm laterals and storm main (15-0)
• Approved $30,000 sidewalk sawcutting contract Unit C-23 to ASTI Sawing, Inc.
• Approved $215,000 Native Landscape Management Contract Unit K-23 to NES Ecological Services
• Approved completion date extension to November 30, 2023, for Urbane 115, LLC mixed-use development

Tax Payment Appeal Board

The Tax Payment Appeal Board will review two property tax appeal actions. The items involve properties located at 2500 Crestview Dr. and 311 E. College Ave.

• Tax appeal for 2500 Crestview Dr. (Richard and Linda Schrage)
• Tax appeal for 311 E. College Ave. (311 College Ave, LLC)

The board denied two appeals for late tax payments due to a lack of evidence of postal error and the absence of the appellants. Both decisions were based on the limitations of WI Statute Chapter 74.

• Denied late payment appeal for 2500 Crestview Dr. (3-0)
• Denied late payment appeal for 311 E. College Ave. (3-0)