Appleton public meetings in 2024

Common Council

The Appleton Common Council will consider approving several contracts, including a $76,361 landfill maintenance contract and a $129,512.50 water utility repair contract. The body will also vote on liquor licenses for local businesses and a proposed closed session regarding a transit development project.

• Approve $76,361 contract for landfill operations
• Approve $129,512.50 contract for water utility repairs
• Approve Class B liquor licenses for Sushi Lover and Missfits Tavern
• Approve contract for North and Ridgeway Tower coating projects ($139,094)
• Consider closed session for Valley Transit Mixed Use Development

The Common Council approved several contracts and licenses, including hiring Trilogy for a water rate study and CP2 Consulting for strategic planning facilitation. It also approved a relocation order for the Lawe Street reconstruction project, various licenses, and multiple committee action items. The council entered closed session to discuss the Valley Transit Mixed Use Development but took no action.

• Approved Water Rate Study Consultant Trilogy (12-0)
• Approved hiring CP2 Consulting for Strategic Guide Facilitation (11-1)
• Approved Relocation Order for Lawe Street reconstruction project (12-0)
• Approved 2025 Morrison Street Asphalt Reconstruction Traffic Calming Design Changes
• Awarded 2025 landfill contract to SCS Engineers (not to exceed $76,361)
• Denied operator license for Crystal Williams
• Approved Class B beer/liquor licenses for Sushi Lover, Missfits Tavern, and Mad Elephant
• Approved write off of $49,609.68 AR invoices and $23,407.02 personal property taxes

Utilities Committee

The Utilities Committee will consider approving an engineering services contract for coating projects at the North and Ridgeway towers at a total cost of $139,094, and also vote on a consultant for a water rate study.

• Approval of engineering services contract for North and Ridgeway tower coating to Dixon Engineering, Inc. for $129,390 plus $9,704 contingency, total $139,094
• Approve selection of a consultant for the Water Rate Study

The Utilities Committee recommended approval of two contracts: an engineering services contract for the North and Ridgeway Tower Coating Projects to Dixon Engineering, Inc. for $139,094 total, and a consulting contract for a Water Rate Study to Trilogy Consulting, LLC for $22,400. Both motions passed unanimously with three ayes and two excused absences.

• Approved engineering services contract for North and Ridgeway Tower Coating Projects to Dixon Engineering, Inc. ($139,094 total) (3-0, 2 excused)
• Approved consulting contract for Water Rate Study to Trilogy Consulting, LLC ($22,400) (3-0, 2 excused)

Library Board

The Library Board will consider the 2025 Library Budget and a December 2024 budget amendment. The board is also reviewing several operational policies and the 2025 meeting schedule. Additionally, members will receive updates on the library building project and capital campaign.

• 2025 Library Budget
• December 2024 Budget Amendment
• Policies for Children's Area Use, Space Use, Piano, Safety and Security, Smoking and Tobacco, and Community Information
• November 2024 Construction Update for APL Building Project
• 2025 Library Board Meeting Schedule

The Appleton Library Board approved the 2025 Library Budget, a December 2024 budget amendment, the November 2024 bill register, six updated library policies, and the 2025 meeting schedule, all via consent agenda. The board also received informational updates on the building project, hiring process, brand identity, donor signage, and Friends of the Library activities. No substantive decisions were made outside the consent agenda.

• Approved November 2024 bill register (8-0)
• Approved December 2024 budget amendment (8-0)
• Approved 2025 Library budget (8-0)
• Approved six policy updates: Children's Area Use, Community Information and Posting, Space Use, Piano, Safety and Security, Smoking and Tobacco Use (8-0)
• Approved 2025 Library Board meeting schedule (8-0)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will consider three requests: a restaurant use at 126 E. Pacific St. that seeks to reduce required parking, and two driveway modifications at 3115 N. Ballard Rd. The meeting will also include the approval of minutes from the October 21, 2024, meeting.

• 126 E. Pacific St: Request to change use to restaurant and reduce required parking from five spaces to zero
• 3115 N. Ballard Rd: Request to extend driveway by ten feet
• 3115 N. Ballard Rd: Request to keep concrete adjacent to sidewalk that is not tapered
• Approval of minutes from October 21, 2024
• Public Hearing/Appearances

The Board of Zoning Appeals approved a parking waiver for a restaurant at 126 E. Pacific St, allowing the use without the required five off-street parking spaces. Two requests for driveway modifications at 3115 N. Ballard Rd were denied: one to extend the driveway ten feet and another to keep non-tapered concrete adjacent to the sidewalk. The board also approved the minutes from the October 21, 2024 meeting.

• Approved restaurant use without off-street parking at 126 E. Pacific St (4-0, 1 abstention)
• Denied driveway extension of 10 feet at 3115 N. Ballard Rd (1-3, 1 abstention)
• Denied keeping non-tapered concrete adjacent to sidewalk at 3115 N. Ballard Rd (1-3, 1 abstention)
• Approved minutes from October 21, 2024 meeting (4-0, 1 abstention)

Safety and Licensing Committee

The Safety and Licensing Committee will consider revoking the alcohol license for Speakeasy Ultra Lounge and approve new Class B beer and liquor licenses for several businesses, including Delaires LLC and Sushi Lover.

• Revocation hearing for Speakeasy Ultra Lounge alcohol license
• Approval of Class B beer and liquor license for Delaires LLC at 823 W. College Ave
• Approval of Class B beer and liquor license for Sushi Lover at 527 W. College Ave
• Police Department request for sole source purchase of load bearing vests
• Fire Department request to purchase cardiac monitors

The Safety and Licensing Committee recommended denial of an operator license for Crystal Williams and held several other license decisions until January 8, 2025. A motion to revoke the liquor license for BT & Dave, LLC failed, and the revocation hearing was postponed. The committee also approved purchases for police vests and cardiac monitors, and recommended approval for several alcohol licenses and a grant application.

• Recommended denial of operator license for Crystal Williams (5-0)
• Motion to revoke BT & Dave, LLC liquor license failed (2-3)
• Held revocation hearing for BT & Dave, LLC until Jan 8, 2025 (3-2)
• Held operator license for Kelly Arndt until Jan 8, 2025 (5-0)
• Held alcohol license for Delaire's LLC until Jan 8, 2025 (5-0)
• Recommended approval of sole source purchase for load bearing vests (5-0)
• Recommended approval of $411,000 purchase for cardiac monitors (5-0)
• Recommended approval of grant application for SCBA equipment (5-0)

Appleton Redevelopment Authority

The Appleton Redevelopment Authority will meet to approve minutes from its October meeting and review future agenda requests. The main action item involves voting on a request to extend the purchase deadline for the property at 222 N. Oneida Street to June 30, 2025. The authority may also enter a closed session to discuss real estate negotiations regarding the potential sale of that address.

• Vote on extending the purchase date for 222 N. Oneida Street to June 30, 2025
• Potential closed session to discuss real estate negotiations for the same property
• Approval of minutes from the October 9, 2024 meeting
• Public hearing and open forum for resident appearances
• Requests for future agenda items

The Appleton Redevelopment Authority approved an extension of the purchase date to June 30, 2025, in the amended offer to purchase from Valley Transit for 222 N. Oneida Street. The board did not go into closed session as originally planned. The meeting was otherwise procedural, including approval of prior minutes and discussion of future agenda items.

• Approved extension of purchase date to June 30, 2025 for 222 N. Oneida Street (6-0, 1 excused)
• Approved minutes from October 9, 2024 meeting (6-0, 1 excused)
• Did not go into closed session for real estate negotiations

Human Resources & Information Technology Committee

The Human Resources & Information Technology Committee will vote on staffing and consulting contracts. The body will also review updates to safety and incident reporting policies.

• Approval to over hire for the Deputy Director Human Resources position
• Approval to hire CP2 Consulting for City of Appleton Strategic Guide Facilitation Services
• General Safety Policy update
• Accident and Incident Reporting Investigation Policy update
• Recruitment Status Report through 12/4/24

The Human Resources & Information Technology Committee recommended approval of an over-hire for the Deputy Director of Human Resources position and approved hiring CP 2 Consulting for strategic guide facilitation services. Both items will go to the full council for final action. The committee also received and filed updates on safety, accident reporting, and recruitment policies.

• Recommended approval of over-hire for Deputy Director Human Resources (4-0)
• Approved hiring CP 2 Consulting for strategic guide facilitation services (3-1)
• Received and filed General Safety Policy Update
• Received and filed Accident and Incident Reporting Investigation Policy Update
• Received and filed Recruitment Status Report through 12/4/24

Fox Cities Transit Commission

The Commission will review several intermunicipal agreements regarding specialized transportation and Dial-A-Ride services. These actions are contingent on approval from the respective counties and municipalities.

• Intermunicipal Agreement with Outagamie County for Specialized Transportation Services for 2025
• Intermunicipal Agreement with Winnebago County for Specialized Transportation Services for 2025
• Intermunicipal Agreement with Calumet County for Specialized Transportation Services for 2025
• Intermunicipal Agreement with the City of Neenah for Northern Winnebago Dial-A-Ride Service for 2025
• Intermunicipal Agreement with the Village of Fox Crossing for Northern Winnebago Dial-A-Ride Services for 2025

The Fox Cities Transit Commission approved payments for October 2024 and recommended approval of five intermunicipal agreements for specialized transportation and Dial-A-Ride services in 2025, contingent on approval by each partner government. The commission also received financial and ridership reports for October 2024. The next scheduled meeting on December 24, 2024, was cancelled.

• Approved October 2024 payments (voice vote, carried)
• Recommended approval of 2025 Intermunicipal Agreement with Outagamie County for specialized transportation (voice vote, carried)
• Recommended approval of 2025 Intermunicipal Agreement with Winnebago County for specialized transportation (voice vote, carried)
• Recommended approval of 2025 Intermunicipal Agreement with Calumet County for specialized transportation (voice vote, carried)
• Recommended approval of 2025 Intermunicipal Agreement with City of Neenah for Northern Winnebago Dial-A-Ride (voice vote, carried)
• Recommended approval of 2025 Intermunicipal Agreement with Village of Fox Crossing for Northern Winnebago Dial-A-Ride (voice vote, carried)

Utilities Committee

The Utilities Committee will review several action items involving contract awards and amendments. These include stormwater management plans, organic recycling services, and infrastructure repair projects.

• Award organic recycling contractor services to Hsu Growing Supply through December 31, 2025
• Award 2025A Stormwater Management Plan review contract to Brown and Caldwell up to $80,000
• Award 2025B Stormwater Management Plan review contract to raSmith up to $30,000
• Award N-24 spot repairs and mineral deposit removal to Aqualis up to $129,512.50
• Amend K-24 Native Vegetation Contract with NES Ecological Services by $15,000 to a new total not to exceed $207,345.12

The Utilities Committee recommended approval of several contracts and amendments, including an organic recycling contractor extension, stormwater management plan reviews, water repairs, a native vegetation contract increase, and a wastewater treatment plant project amendment. A decision on the North and Ridgeway Tower Coating Projects engineering services contract was held until a special meeting on December 18, 2024. All votes were 3-0 with two members excused.

• Recommended approval of organic recycling contractor extension to Hsu Growing Supply through Dec 31, 2025 (3-0)
• Recommended approval of 2025A Stormwater Management Plan review contract to Brown and Caldwell, not to exceed $80,000 (3-0)
• Recommended approval of 2025B Stormwater Management Plan review contract to raSmith, not to exceed $30,000 (3-0)
• Recommended approval of N-24 Spot Repairs contract to Aqualis, not to exceed $129,512.50 (3-0)
• Recommended approval of K-24 Native Vegetation Contract amendment to NES Ecological Services, increase of $15,000 to $207,345.12 (3-0)
• Recommended approval of Contract Amendment #2 to McMahon for wastewater treatment plant project, $18,900 (3-0)
• Held decision on North and Ridgeway Tower Coating Projects engineering services contract until special meeting Dec 18, 2024 (3-0)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will consider action items including a relocation order for the Lawe Street reconstruction project, a contract extension for BMC ARPA grant administration, a development agreement for Lumbini Estates (Saket, LLC), and a write-off of $49,609.68 in accounts receivable and $23,407.02 in personal property taxes. Informational items include library budget adjustments and a final contract payment of $50,575 for the 2024 Park Pavilions Roof Replacement Project.

• Relocation order for Lawe Street reconstruction from College Avenue to Spring Street
• Contract extension for BMC ARPA Grant Administration
• Development agreement for Lumbini Estates (Saket, LLC)
• Write-off of $49,609.68 in accounts receivable and $23,407.02 in personal property taxes
• Final contract payment of $50,575 for 2024 Park Pavilions Roof Replacement Project (Schulze Exteriors, LLC)

The Finance Committee unanimously recommended approval of the Lawe Street reconstruction project relocation order, a contract extension for BMC ARPA grant administration, a development agreement for Lumbini Estates, and a write-off of uncollectible accounts. All votes were 5-0. The committee also received information on budget adjustments and a final contract payment.

• Recommended approval of Lawe Street relocation order (5-0)
• Recommended approval of BMC ARPA grant administration contract extension (5-0)
• Recommended approval of Lumbini Estates development agreement with Saket, LLC (5-0)
• Recommended approval of write-off of $49,609.68 in accounts receivable and $23,407.02 in personal property taxes (5-0)
• Approved minutes from December 4, 2024 meeting (5-0)

Municipal Services Committee

The Municipal Services Committee will review design changes for traffic calming on Morrison Street. The body is also considering a contract for landfill operations and a sole source purchase for traffic equipment.

• Design changes for 2025 Morrison Street Asphalt Reconstruction Traffic Calming
• Contract for operation, maintenance, and monitoring at the closed City of Appleton Landfill to SCS Engineers not to exceed $76,361
• Sole source purchase request for various traffic equipment and technologies

The Municipal Services Committee unanimously recommended approval of design changes for the 2025 Morrison Street asphalt reconstruction traffic calming project. It also recommended awarding a contract to SCS Engineers for landfill operations, maintenance, and monitoring, and approved a sole source purchase for traffic equipment. All votes were 5-0.

• Approved 2025 Morrison Street asphalt reconstruction traffic calming design changes (5-0)
• Awarded 2025 landfill operation, maintenance, and monitoring contract to SCS Engineers, not to exceed $76,361 (5-0)
• Approved 2025 sole source purchase request for various traffic equipment and technologies (5-0)

Common Council

The Appleton Common Council will review committee minutes and consider awarding construction contracts for a water main project and a wastewater treatment facility repair. The body will also discuss a proposed policy for golf course rates.

• Award contract for Ballard Rd water main reconstruction up to $396,302
• Award contract for AWWTP painting and crack sealing up to $118,720
• Review proposed revised Reid Golf Course Rates Policy
• Approve minutes from various city committees
• Consider ordinances #169-24 to #171-24

The Common Council approved the consent agenda, including a $396,302 water main reconstruction contract for Ballard Rd at I-41, a $118,720 AWWTP painting and crack sealing contract, and a revised Reid Golf Course rates policy. All votes were 12-0 with three excused and the mayor abstaining.

• Approved Unit Z-25 Water Main Reconstruction contract to Advance Construction, Inc. for $396,302 total (12-0)
• Approved AWWTP Painting and Crack Sealing Project contract to Masonry Restoration, Inc. for $118,720 total (12-0)
• Approved revised Reid Golf Course rates policy (12-0)
• Approved committee appointments/reappointments (12-0)
• Approved Ordinances #169-24 to #171-24 (12-0)
• Approved minutes of November 20, 2024 meeting (12-0)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will vote on awarding a water main reconstruction contract for Ballard Road at I-41 in the amount of $396,302 to Advance Construction, Inc., and a wastewater treatment plant painting and crack sealing project for $118,720 to Masonry Restoration, Inc. The committee will also receive information on final payments for paving and park projects, and change orders for ongoing wastewater treatment plant upgrades.

• Award water main reconstruction contract (Ballard Rd at I-41) to Advance Construction, Inc. for $396,302
• Award AWWTP painting and crack sealing project to Masonry Restoration, Inc. for $118,720
• Receive information on final payment of $1,444,935.72 for B-24 Asphalt Paving contract
• Receive information on final payment of $256,240 for Memorial Park Miracle Field resurfacing
• Receive information on change orders for AWWTP sludge piping and belt filter press projects

The Finance Committee recommended approval of two construction contracts: a $396,302 water main reconstruction project on Ballard Road at I-41, and a $118,720 painting and crack sealing project at the wastewater treatment plant. Both motions passed 4-0 with one excused. The committee also reviewed several information items, including final payments and change orders, but took no action on them.

• Recommended approval of $396,302 water main reconstruction contract to Advance Construction, Inc. (4-0)
• Recommended approval of $118,720 AWWTP painting and crack sealing contract to Masonry Restoration, Inc. (4-0)

Parks and Recreation Committee

The Parks and Recreation Committee will meet to review the October 2024 revenue and expense report for Reid Golf Course. The committee is also asked to approve a proposed revised rates policy for the course for 2025.

• Proposed Revised Reid Golf Course Rates Policy for 2025
• Reid Golf Course October 2024 Revenue & Expense Report

The Parks and Recreation Committee met in a special session and approved the minutes from the August 12, 2024 meeting. The committee received and filed the October 2024 revenue and expense report for Reid Golf Course, and recommended approval of a proposed revised Reid Golf Course rates policy for the 2025 season. All votes were unanimous among the three members present, with two members excused.

• Approved minutes from August 12, 2024 meeting (3-0)
• Received and filed Reid Golf Course October 2024 revenue and expense report (3-0)
• Recommended approval of revised Reid Golf Course rates policy for 2025 (3-0)

Finance Committee

The November 25, 2024 Finance Committee meeting has been cancelled. The agenda included action items to award a water main reconstruction contract ($396,302) and a painting/sealing project ($118,720), along with several payment and change order approvals.

• Request to award Unit Z-25 Water Main Reconstruction at Ballard Rd & I-41 to Advance Construction, Inc. for $396,302 total
• Request to award AWWTP Painting and Crack Sealing Project to Masonry Restoration, Inc. for $118,720 total
• Final payment of $215,906.92 on B-24 Asphalt Paving contract (MCC, Inc.)
• Final payment of $256,240 on Memorial Park Miracle Field Resurfacing (Kiefer U.S.A.)
• Change orders totaling $71,371 for AWWTP piping and filter press projects

Parks and Recreation Committee

The Parks and Recreation Committee meeting scheduled for November 25, 2024, was cancelled. The agenda included items regarding the approval of revised golf course rates and a revenue and expense report for Reid Golf Course.

• Meeting cancelled
• Approval of revised Reid Golf Course rates policy
• Reid Golf Course October 2024 revenue and expense report

Community Development Committee

The committee will consider a request to extend the purchase deadline for Phase II of the Development Agreement with Merge LLC. The project is a mixed‑use development at the southeast corner of W. Washington Street and N. Appleton Street in Tax Increment Financing District 11. Approval would move the purchase date to February 28, 2025.

• Extension of purchase date to Feb 28 2025 for Merge LLC Phase II mixed‑use development
• Location: southeast corner of W. Washington St and N. Appleton St, Tax Increment Financing District 11

The Community Development Committee voted 5-0 to recommend approval of an extension of the purchase date to February 28, 2025 under the Development Agreement (Phase II) with Merge LLC for a mixed-use development at the southeast corner of W. Washington Street and N. Appleton Street in TIF District No. 11. The recommendation will go to the full council for final action. The committee also approved the minutes from the October 9, 2024 meeting.

• Recommended approval of purchase date extension to Feb 28, 2025 for Merge LLC Phase II (5-0)
• Approved minutes from 10-9-24 meeting (5-0)

Common Council

The Common Council will vote on committee recommendations including a development agreement extension for Merge LLC's mixed-use project at Washington and Appleton Streets, multiple single-source contracts for parking ramp repairs ($96,370), stormwater modeling and evaluations ($301,200 and $53,620), traffic signal software ($102,210), and budget amendments for sludge density meters ($53,342) and pump check valves ($154,776). The council also will consider an ordinance and a temporary dumpster occupancy permit.

• Extend purchase date to Feb 28, 2025 for Merge LLC mixed-use development at SE corner W. Washington and N. Appleton Streets in TIF District No. 11
• Award single-source contract to Desman Design for 2025 repair/maintenance of Red, Yellow, Green parking ramps not to exceed $96,370
• Award single-source stormwater evaluation contract to Brown and Caldwell for Northland Creek and Bellaire watersheds not to exceed $301,200
• Approve amendment #1 for 2024 materials testing contract with Westwood Professional Services increasing total to $200,000
• Approve purchase of four high-service pump check valves from Dorner Company not to exceed $157,872

The Common Council approved a single-source contract with Brown and Caldwell for stormwater evaluation of the Northland Creek and Bellaire watersheds, not to exceed $301,200. The council also approved a sludge density meter purchase (amended to Berthold Technologies) with a budget amendment, and passed Ordinance #168-24 (13-1). Numerous other action items from committee reports were approved as part of the consent agenda.

• Approved $301,200 single-source contract to Brown and Caldwell for Northland Creek and Bellaire watersheds stormwater evaluation (14-0)
• Approved $53,342 purchase of sludge density meters from Berthold Technologies with $54,000 budget amendment (14-0)
• Approved Ordinance #168-24 (13-1)
• Approved $96,370 contract with Desman Design Management for parking ramp repairs
• Approved long-term temporary occupancy permit for dumpster at 213 E. College Ave
• Approved $100,000 increase to materials testing contract with Westwood Professional Services
• Approved $102,210 traffic signal software expansion with Traffic Control Corporation
• Approved $157,872 sole-source purchase of high service pump check valves from Dorner Company

Library Board

The Library Board will discuss a contract to relocate the downtown library to a new site on Appleton Street. Items also include a November 2024 budget amendment, an update to the Naming Opportunities Policy, and approval of two limited‑term part‑time internship positions funded by an external grant. Additional agenda topics cover proposed 2025 library closures and various staff and program updates.

• Request to award $175,855.80 to Boulevard Relocation Services for moving the downtown library
• November 2024 Budget Amendment
• Approval of two limited‑term part‑time internship positions funded by external grant
• Update to the Naming Opportunities Policy (draft)
• Proposed 2025 library closures

The Appleton Library Board approved a consent agenda including the October bill register, a budget amendment, a naming opportunities policy update, two grant-funded internship positions, a $175,855.80 contract with Boulevard Relocation Services for moving to the new downtown library, a general safety policy, 2025 proposed closures, and a personnel & policy committee report. The board also approved the Library Director's 2024 end-of-year performance review. All votes were 8-0 with three members absent.

• Approved October 2024 bill register (8-0)
• Approved November 2024 budget amendment (8-0)
• Approved APL Naming Opportunities Policy update (8-0)
• Approved two limited-term, part-time internship positions funded by external grants (8-0)
• Approved $175,855.80 move to new downtown library location with 5% contingency (8-0)
• Approved City of Appleton General Safety Policy (8-0)
• Approved APL 2025 proposed closures (8-0)
• Approved Library Director's 2024 end-of-year performance review (8-0)

Common Council

The Common Council holds a special session to adopt the 2025 Executive Budget and Service Plan. The council will suspend rules to go into Committee of the Whole, then vote on each department budget (all recommended for approval by the Finance Committee) and a final budget resolution.

• Police Budget (pages 417-431)
• Fire Budget (pages 441-459)
• Library Budget with amendment decreasing part-time wages by $25,352
• Valley Transit Budget (pages 281-298)
• 2025 Budget Resolution (24-1472)

The Common Council held a special session to adopt the 2025 Executive Budget & Service Plan. After convening as the Committee of the Whole, the council approved the Finance Committee's budget workshop minutes and all department budgets without amendments. The 2025 Budget Resolution was approved on a 12-1 vote, with Alderperson Doran voting no. A motion to reconsider the Committee of the Whole report failed.

• Approved Finance Committee Budget Workshop minutes (13-0)
• Approved Police Budget (unanimous)
• Approved Fire Budget (unanimous)
• Approved Valley Transit Budget (unanimous)
• Approved Library Budget (unanimous)
• Approved Parks and Recreation Budget (unanimous)
• Approved 2025 Budget Resolution (12-1, Doran nay)
• Reconsideration of Committee of the Whole report failed (0-13)

City Plan Commission

This meeting was cancelled. The agenda contained only procedural items and a closed-session discussion of potential land acquisition in city industrial parks, but no decisions were made.

Board of Health

The Board of Health will hold a public hearing and may enter closed session to deliberate an appeal of a prohibited dangerous animal declaration for a dog named Bear. The board also reviews and considers approval of several internal policy documents and receives the 2025 Health Department and grants budgets, a quarterly report, and the director's report.

• Appeal of prohibited dangerous animal declaration for Bear the Dog
• Closed session under Wis. Stat. § 19.85(1)(a) for appeal deliberation
• Review of 2025 Health Department and Grants budgets
• Approval of policy documents: EM_500_0, AHD_101_0, AHD_102_0
• Q3 2024 quarterly report and Health Department newsletter

The Board of Health voted 7-0 to uphold the Prohibited Dangerous Animal Declaration for a dog owned by John Prost, who did not appear to appeal. The board also recommended approval of three policy documents related to succession of authority and policy/procedure maintenance. No other substantive decisions were made; remaining items were informational.

• Upheld Prohibited Dangerous Animal Declaration for dog 'Bear' (7-0)
• Recommended approval of EM_500_0 Succession of Delegation of Authority (7-0)
• Recommended approval of AHD_101_0 Creation and Maintenance of Policies (7-0)
• Recommended approval of AHD_102_0 Creation and Maintenance of Procedures (7-0)

Fox Cities Transit Commission

The Fox Cities Transit Commission will consider awarding a contract for the WisGo fare collection system during its November 12 meeting. Members may also discuss an emergency purchase of a maintenance hoist. Public participation on agenda items is scheduled. Two upcoming meetings in late November and December are cancelled.

• Award recommendation for WisGo Fare Collection System (Action Item 24-1465)
• Maintenance Hoist Emergency Purchase (Information Item 24-1466)
• Public hearing/appearances for agenda items
• November 26 and December 24 meetings cancelled

The Fox Cities Transit Commission recommended approval of the WisGo Fare Collection System. The commission also approved the minutes from the previous meeting. No public participation occurred, and no other substantive decisions were made.

• Recommended WisGo Fare Collection System for approval (voice vote, carried)
• Approved minutes from October 22, 2024 meeting (voice vote, carried)

Utilities Committee

The Utilities Committee will consider three contracts with Brown and Caldwell for stormwater services totaling $469,820. Items include a stormwater quality modeling contract, a watershed evaluation study, and an amendment to a stormwater management plan review contract. The meeting also includes routine items like approval of previous minutes.

• Approve single-source award to Brown and Caldwell for stormwater quality modeling, $53,620
• Approve single-source award to Brown and Caldwell for Northland Creek and Bellaire Watersheds stormwater evaluation, $301,200
• Approve Contract Amendment #3 with Brown and Caldwell for stormwater management plan review, increase of $115,000 for a total not to exceed $228,000

The Utilities Committee recommended approval of three stormwater-related contracts with Brown and Caldwell, totaling $469,820 in new and amended funding. All motions passed unanimously with a 3-0 vote (two members excused). The committee also approved the previous meeting's minutes and heard public comments from residents and a business owner regarding the Northland Creek and Bellaire watersheds evaluation.

• Approved single-source award for 2024C Stormwater Quality Modeling to Brown and Caldwell, not to exceed $53,620 (3-0)
• Approved single-source award for 2024D Northland Creek and Bellaire Watersheds Stormwater Evaluation to Brown and Caldwell, not to exceed $301,200 (3-0)
• Approved Contract Amendment #3 for 2024A Stormwater Management Plan Review with Brown and Caldwell, increasing by $115,000 to a total not to exceed $228,000 (3-0)
• Approved minutes from October 22, 2024 meeting (3-0)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee is reviewing requests to award contracts for water treatment equipment and audit services. The body will also consider a change order for asphalt paving and sidewalk replacement.

• Purchase of sludge density meters from Allied Instrument for $53,342
• Sole source purchase of four High Service Pump Check Valves from Dorner Company not to exceed $157,872
• Two-year audit services contract extension with CliftonLarsonAllen LLP for $81,700 (2024) and $82,500 (2025)
• Change Order No. 1 for B-24 Asphalt Paving sidewalk replacement for $69,212.25
• Budget adjustment of $2,245 for Miracle League Field fence repairs

The Finance Committee recommended approval of four action items, including the purchase of sludge density meters, sole-source pump check valves, an audit contract extension, and a change order for asphalt paving. All recommendations passed 3-0 with two members excused. The committee also received updates on ARPA funds and a budget adjustment for the Miracle League field.

• Recommended approval of $53,342 sludge density meter purchase with $54,000 budget amendment (3-0)
• Recommended approval of $157,872 sole-source purchase of four high service pump check valves (3-0)
• Recommended approval of two-year audit contract extension with CliftonLarsonAllen LLP for $81,700 and $82,500 (3-0)
• Recommended approval of Change Order No. 1 for B-24 Asphalt Paving, increasing contract to $1,477,028.65 (3-0)

Municipal Services Committee

The Municipal Services Committee is meeting to award service contracts for city infrastructure and parking management. The body will also review a status update for the College Avenue Lane Reconfiguration.

• Contract with Desman Design Management for Red, Yellow, and Green Parking Ramp repairs not to exceed $96,370
• Service contract with Traffic Control Corporation for traffic signal software expansion for $102,210 plus $5,000 contingency
• Amendment to Westwood Professional Services materials testing contract increasing total to $200,000
• Temporary occupancy permit for a dumpster at 213 E. College Ave from 11/28/2024 to 1/31/2025
• Purchased parking for Mosaic Family Health Inc. in the Yellow Ramp

The Municipal Services Committee unanimously recommended approval of a single-source design and construction services contract with Desman Design Management for 2025 repairs to the Red, Yellow, and Green parking ramps, not to exceed $96,370. They also recommended approval of a long-term temporary occupancy permit for a dumpster in College Avenue, an amendment increasing the 2024 materials testing contract by $100,000, a traffic signal software expansion contract, and purchased parking for Mosaic Family Health. All votes were 5-0.

• Recommended approval of $96,370 contract with Desman Design Management for 2025 parking ramp repairs (5-0)
• Recommended approval of long-term temporary occupancy permit for dumpster at 213 E. College Ave (5-0)
• Recommended approval of Amendment #1 to materials testing contract with Westwood Professional Services, increasing by $100,000 to $200,000 total (5-0)
• Recommended approval of $102,210 traffic signal control software expansion contract with Traffic Control Corporation, plus $5,000 contingency (5-0)
• Recommended approval of Mosaic Family Health Inc. purchased parking in Yellow Ramp (5-0)
• Approved minutes from 10-21-2024 meeting (5-0)

Library Board

The Personnel & Policy Committee will consider the Library Director's end-of-year performance evaluation. They will also review and approve updates to the library's Financial Policy, a new Lactation Room Policy, and a new Sensory Room Policy. A closed session is scheduled to discuss personnel matters.

• Library Director's End of Year Performance Evaluation (action item)
• APL Financial Policy Updates (draft attached)
• APL Lactation Room Policy (draft attached)
• APL Sensory Room Policy (draft attached)
• Closed Session for Personnel Matters

The Personnel & Policy Committee recommended approval of the APL Financial Policy Updates, Lactation Room Policy, and amended Sensory Room Policy, all by 4-0 voice votes. It also recommended approval of the Library Director's 2024 End of Year Performance Review after a closed session. All actions were recommendations to the full Library Board.

• Recommended APL Financial Policy Updates for approval (4-0)
• Recommended APL Lactation Room Policy for approval (4-0)
• Amended APL Sensory Room Policy to add user cleanup and damage reporting requirements (4-0)
• Recommended amended APL Sensory Room Policy for approval (4-0)
• Recommended Library Director's 2024 End of Year Performance Review for approval (4-0)

Common Council

The Common Council will hold a public hearing on multiple municipal code text amendments. The body is also deciding on a 9% wastewater rate increase, a new 2025 special event policy, and several sole-source contracts.

• Proposed 9% wastewater rate increase for general and special hauled waste service
• Allocation of $985,000 in ARPA funds for the Fox Cities Exhibition Center project
• Sole source contract for Summer Street Lift Station Replacement not to exceed $128,310
• Sole source purchase of a plunger pump from Wastecorp Pumps for $35,000
• Public hearing for text amendments to Municipal Code Chapters 9, 16, 19, and 23

The Common Council approved a municipal code update prohibiting smoking around the Valley Transit Center and Appleton Public Library, with a vote of 11-2. The council also approved the 2025 Special Event Policy, a 9% wastewater rate increase effective January 1, 2025, and several other action items from committee reports. A closed session was held for real estate negotiations, but no action was taken.

• Approved smoking prohibition near Valley Transit Center and Appleton Public Library (11-2)
• Approved 2025 Special Event Policy (12-1)
• Approved 9% wastewater rate increase and compost fee to $14/cubic yard effective Jan 1, 2025
• Approved $985,000 ARPA funds for Fox Cities Exhibition Center repositioning
• Approved sole source contract with Beneficial Reuse Management for biosolids services (2025-2027)
• Approved $35,000 sole source purchase of plunger pump from Wastecorp Pumps
• Approved $128,310 engineering contract with McMahon Associates for Summer Street Lift Station Replacement
• Approved ordinances #139-24 to #167-24 (13-0)

Common Council

The Common Council is holding a public hearing to receive community input on the proposed 2025 Executive Budget & Service Plan. No other substantive items are on the agenda; the remainder is procedural (call to order, roll call, adjournment).

• Public hearing on the 2025 Proposed Executive Budget & Service Plan

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee is holding a budget workshop to consider approval requests for numerous city department budgets and special revenue funds. These requests cover a wide range of municipal services including public safety, infrastructure, and administration.

• Police and Fire department budgets
• Water, Wastewater, and Stormwater budgets
• Public Works and Facilities Capital Projects Fund budgets
• Parks and Recreation and Reid Golf Course budgets
• TIF Districts and Community Development budgets

The Appleton Finance Committee reviewed and recommended approval for multiple city department budgets and special revenue funds during its budget workshop. The committee approved a library budget amendment decreasing part-time wages and increasing fringes by $25,352. Almost all budget items passed unanimously, with split votes recorded only on the Wheel Tax Special Revenue Fund and Parking budgets.

• Approved Library Budget amendment for $25,352 (5-0)
• Recommended approval for Police Budget (5-0)
• Recommended approval for Fire Budget (5-0)
• Recommended approval for Wheel Tax Special Revenue Fund Budget (3-2)
• Recommended approval for Parking Budget (4-1)
• Recommended approval for Public Works Budget (5-0)
• Recommended approval for Parks and Recreation Budget (5-0)
• Recommended approval for Health Budget (5-0)

Safety and Licensing Committee

The Safety and Licensing Committee will consider a Class B beer and reserve liquor license for Delaire's at 823 W. College Ave. It will also review a taxicab license renewal for L&M Carriage Service, approve hiring Matrix Consulting for a police department study, and discuss the 2025 Special Event Policy and fee schedule. Additionally, the committee will receive the 2025 budgets for Legal & Administrative Services, the Fire Department, and the Police Department.

• Class "B" beer and reserve liquor license application for Delaire's (823 W. College Ave)
• Taxicab company license renewal application for L&M Carriage Service (Mike Gildernick, 3140 Mid Valley Rd., De Pere)
• Approval to hire Matrix Consulting Group for an Appleton Police Department organizational and workload study
• Proposed 2025 Special Event Policy and revised fee schedule
• 2025 budget proposals for Legal & Administrative Services, Fire Department, and Police Department

The Safety and Licensing Committee recommended approval of the proposed 2025 Special Event Policy, with a 3-1 vote (one abstention). The committee also held a liquor license application for Delaire's until the next meeting, and recommended approval of a taxicab license renewal for L&M Carriage Service. No other substantive decisions were made; the remaining items were informational.

• Recommended approval of 2025 Special Event Policy (3-1, 1 abstention)
• Held Delaire's liquor license application until 12/11/2024 meeting (4-1)
• Recommended approval of L&M Carriage Service taxicab license renewal (5-0)

Human Resources & Information Technology Committee

The Human Resources & Information Technology Committee will review requests to hire a consulting group for the police department and update fringe benefit policies. The body will also review the 2025 budgets for Information Technology and Human Resources.

• Request to hire Matrix Consulting Group for an Appleton Police Department organizational and workload study
• Request to update page 6 of the Fringe Benefit Policy
• Review of 2025 Information Technology Budget and Capital Projects Fund
• Review of 2025 Human Resources Budget
• Recruitment Status Report through 10/16/24

The Human Resources & Information Technology Committee recommended approval of a contract with Matrix Consulting Group to conduct an organizational and workload study for the Appleton Police Department. The committee also recommended approval of a fringe benefit policy update to page 6. The 2025 IT and HR budgets and a recruitment status report were received and filed as information items.

• Recommended approval of Matrix Consulting Group contract for police organizational and workload study (5-0)
• Recommended approval of fringe benefit policy update to page 6 (5-0)
• Received and filed 2025 Information Technology Budget
• Received and filed 2025 Human Resources Budget
• Received and filed Recruitment Status Report through 10/16/24

Utilities Committee

The committee will consider a 9% wastewater rate increase and a compost fee change effective January 1, 2025. Members will also discuss the 2025 Utilities Department Budget and a change to the department's mission statement.

• Proposed 9% wastewater rate increase for general service and special hauled waste service
• Proposed compost fee increase to $14/cubic yard
• Discussion of 2025 Utilities Department Budget
• Utilities Department Mission Statement Change
• September 2024 Water Distribution and Meter Team Monthly Report

The Appleton Utilities Committee recommended approval of a 9% wastewater rate increase for general and special hauled waste services, along with an increase in the compost fee to $14 per cubic yard, effective January 1, 2025. The committee also approved the previous meeting's minutes and discussed the 2025 budget and mission statement.

• Approved September 24, 2024 Utilities Committee Meeting Minutes (4-0)
• Recommended approval of 9% wastewater rate increase and $14/cubic yard compost fee effective Jan 1, 2025 (4-0)

Fox Cities Transit Commission

The commission will meet to decide on changes to agency ticket rates and the annual recertification of the Valley Transit Public Transportation Agency Safety Plan. Members will also review the 2025 Valley Transit Budget and September 2024 financial and ridership reports.

• Approval to change agency ticket rate
• Annual Recertification of Valley Transit Public Transportation Agency Safety Plan (PTASP)
• Review of Valley Transit 2025 Budget
• Approval of September 2024 payments
• Review of 3rd Quarter KPI reports

The Fox Cities Transit Commission approved the September 2024 payments, the annual recertification of the Valley Transit Public Transportation Agency Safety Plan (PTASP), and a change to the agency ticket rate. The commission also approved the minutes from the previous meeting. No public participation was held, and several reports were presented as information items.

• Approved September 2024 payments (voice vote, carried)
• Approved annual recertification of Valley Transit PTASP (voice vote, carried)
• Approved change to agency ticket rate (voice vote, carried)
• Approved minutes from September 2024 meeting (voice vote, carried)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will consider approving the remaining $985,000 of Local Economic Recovery ARPA funds for the Fox Cities Exhibition Center Repositioning & Tourism Recovery Project. It will also review several sole‑source contract requests, including a $35,000 purchase of a plunger pump, a $122,200 engineering services contract for the Summer Street lift‑station replacement, and a contract for biosolids transportation services for 2025‑2027. Additional items include final payment requests for existing contracts and minor 2024 budget adjustments for the fire department and library.

• Approve obligating $985,000 ARPA funds to Fox Cities Exhibition Center Repositioning & Tourism Recovery Project.
• Approve sole‑source contract for Biosolids Transportation, Application, and Incorporation Services (2025‑2027) with Beneficial Reuse Management.
• Approve sole‑source purchase of a plunger pump from Wastecorp Pumps for $35,000 (budget amendment).
• Approve sole‑source engineering services contract to McMahon Associates for Summer Street lift station replacement, up to $128,310 ($122,200 plus 5% contingency).
• Approve final payments for ASTI Sawing $30,000 sidewalk sawcutting contract and for Al Dix Construction $69,740.83 remaining on a $901,850 concrete and street excavation contract.

The Finance Committee unanimously recommended approval of all action items, including obligating the remaining $985,000 in Local Economic Recovery ARPA funds to the Parks & Recreation Department's Fox Cities Exhibition Center Repositioning & Tourism Recovery Project. Also approved were a sole source contract for biosolids services, a $35,000 pump purchase with budget amendment, and a $128,310 engineering contract for the Summer Street Lift Station Replacement. Several 2025 budgets and contract final payments were presented as information items.

• Approved CEA Review Committee report (5-0)
• Approved $985,000 ARPA funds for FCEC Repositioning & Tourism Recovery Project (5-0)
• Approved sole source contract with Beneficial Reuse Management for 2025-2027 biosolids services (5-0)
• Approved $35,000 sole source purchase of plunger pump from Wastecorp Pumps with budget amendment (5-0)
• Approved $128,310 sole source engineering contract with McMahon Associates for Summer Street Lift Station Replacement (5-0)

Parks and Recreation Committee

The October 21, 2024 meeting was cancelled due to lack of quorum. No actions were taken on the proposed agenda items.

• Proposed 2025 budget for Reid Golf Course
• Proposed 2025 budget for Parks & Recreation
• Proposed 2025 budget for Special Revenue Funds
• September 2024 Reid Golf Course Participation, Revenue & Expense Report

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing on a variance request for a six‑foot fence at 232 E. Stratford Lane, located on N. Haymeadow Avenue. The applicant seeks to place the fence one foot from the front property line, which exceeds the front‑yard fence height limit of three feet set by Section 23‑44(a)(1)(a) of the Zoning Ordinance. The board will consider whether to grant an exception to the ordinance.

• Variance request for a six‑foot fence at 232 E. Stratford Ln (front‑yard setback on N. Haymeadow Ave)
• Approval of minutes from the June 17, 2024 meeting (Agenda item 4)

The Board of Zoning Appeals approved a variance for a six-foot fence at 232 E. Stratford Ln., but only after amending the request to start the fence 57 feet from the south property line. The original variance request failed, and the amended version passed 4-0 with one abstention and one excused absence.

• Original 6-foot fence variance at 232 E. Stratford Ln. failed (0-4, 1 abstention)
• Amended variance (fence starting 57 ft from south property line) approved (4-0, 1 abstention)
• Minutes from June 17, 2024 approved (5-0)

Municipal Services Committee

The Municipal Services Committee will approve minutes from the previous meeting and consider extending several occupancy permits. The committee will also discuss the 2025 Public Works Department budget.

• Approval of minutes from 10-07-2024
• Extension of Boldt LU/Trout College occupancy permit through 6/1/2025
• Extension of Kimball Street occupancy permit through 8/4/2025
• Discussion of 2025 Public Works Department budget

The Municipal Services Committee recommended approval of occupancy permit extensions for Boldt LU/Trout College/Drew through 6/1/2025 and for Kimball Street through 8/4/2025. The motion passed 4-0 with one excused absence. The committee also discussed the 2025 Public Works Department budget as an information item.

• Approved minutes from 10-07-2024 (4-0)
• Recommended approval of Boldt LU/Trout College/Drew occupancy permit extension through 6/1/2025 (4-0)
• Recommended approval of Kimball Street occupancy permit extension through 8/4/2025 (4-0)

Common Council

The Appleton Common Council will consider several infrastructure design approvals, including asphalt reconstruction designs for Alexander Street, Bell Avenue, Bellaire Court, and Melrose Avenue. The council will also vote on a budget amendment that adds funds for police K9 expenses and on awarding a janitorial services contract to KleenMark for fiscal years 2025‑2029. Additional items include adopting Ordinance #138‑24 and updating the municipal code smoking prohibition around the Valley Transit Center and the public library.

• Approve Alexander Street Asphalt Reconstruction Design (24-1311)
• Approve Bell Avenue Asphalt Reconstruction Design (24-1312)
• Approve Janitorial Services contract with KleenMark for 2025‑2029 (annual totals $463,883‑$522,105) (24-1317)
• Approve 2024 budget amendment adding $51,339 for Police K9 donations and related expenses (24-1305)
• Adopt Ordinance #138‑24 (24-1309)

The Common Council denied the operator license for Cindy Reed by a 4-7 vote, despite a motion to approve. It also approved several street reconstruction designs, including Bellaire Court, Alexander Street, Bell Avenue, and Melrose Avenue, and approved a $208,000 contract for the Water Treatment Facility CO2 system. A proposed smoking ban near the transit center and library failed to get the required 8 votes.

• Denied operator license for Cindy Reed (4-7)
• Approved Bellaire Court asphalt reconstruction design (12-0)
• Approved Alexander Street asphalt reconstruction design
• Approved Bell Avenue asphalt reconstruction design
• Approved Melrose Avenue asphalt reconstruction design
• Approved $208,000 CO2 system rehabilitation contract to Rohde Brothers (with $20,800 contingency)
• Failed smoking prohibition update near transit center and library (7-5, needed 8 votes)
• Approved participation in Outagamie County Hazard Mitigation Plan (11-0)

Safety and Licensing Committee

The Safety and Licensing Committee will consider a temporary Class 'B' beer license for the Appleton Area Hockey Association. The license is for a special event on October 19, 2024, and requires approval from the Police, Health, and Fire departments.

• Temporary Class 'B' Beer License for Appleton Area Hockey Association
• Location: 1717 E. Witzke Blvd
• Event: Hockey Day Fox Cities kick off
• Date: October 19, 2024
• Time: 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.

The Safety and Licensing Committee approved a Temporary Class "B" Beer License for the Appleton Area Hockey Association. The permit applies to the Hockey Day Fox Cities kickoff event at 1717 E. Witzke Blvd on October 19, 2024. Approval is contingent on clearance from the Police, Health, and Fire departments.

• Approved Temporary Class 'B' Beer License for Appleton Area Hockey Association (4-0)

Library Board

The Library Board will review a recommendation to temporarily close the library at 3000 E. College Ave. on November 26, 2024, to relocate back to 225 N. Oneida Street. The board is also considering a budget amendment and a 2025 automation services agreement.

• Recommendation to temporarily close 3000 E. College Ave. on Nov. 26, 2024
• October 2024 Budget Amendment
• OWLS Automation Services Agreement 2025
• September 2024 Bill Register
• Accident and Near Miss Reporting / Investigating Policy

The Appleton Library Board approved the consent agenda, which included five action items: the September 2024 bill register, an October 2024 budget amendment, a temporary closure of the library at 3000 E. College Ave. on November 26, 2024, the 2025 OWLS Automation Services Agreement, and a policy on accident and near-miss reporting. The board also approved the minutes from the September 17, 2024 meeting. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved September 17, 2024 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda including bill register, budget amendment, temporary closure, OWLS agreement, and accident reporting policy (8-0)
• Approved September 2024 bill register
• Approved October 2024 budget amendment
• Approved temporary library closure on November 26, 2024 for relocation
• Approved 2025 OWLS Automation Services Agreement
• Approved COA policy on accident and near-miss reporting

Safety and Licensing Committee

The Safety and Licensing Committee will consider a proposed special event policy and fee schedule for 2025. The body will also act on an operator license appeal and several alcohol license applications for local businesses.

• Proposed Special Event Policy and Fee Schedule for 2025
• Operator License appeal for Cindy Reed
• Class B Beer and Class C Wine license for MyMy LLC at 2825 Ballard Rd
• Class B Beer and Reserve Class B Liquor license for Delaires LLC at 823 W. College Ave
• Temporary Class B Beer and Wine license for Photo Opp at 621 N. Bateman St

The Safety and Licensing Committee voted 3-2 to recommend denial of Cindy Reed's operator license after she addressed the committee. The proposed 2025 Special Event Policy was held until the next meeting. Several alcohol license applications were recommended for approval, contingent on department approvals.

• Recommended denial of operator license for Cindy Reed (3-2)
• Held 2025 Proposed Special Event Policy until next meeting (5-0)
• Approved report for Class B Beer/Class C Wine license for MyMy LLC (5-0)
• Approved report for Class B Beer/Reserve Liquor license for Delaire's (5-0)
• Approved report for temporary Class B Beer/Wine license for Photo Opp (5-0)

Appleton Redevelopment Authority

The Appleton Redevelopment Authority will hold a public hearing to discuss updates to the City Comprehensive Plan and next steps for ARA engagement. The meeting includes routine items such as call to order, pledge of allegiance, roll call, and approval of minutes from the May 8, 2024 meeting. No council actions are scheduled.

• Public hearing on City Comprehensive Plan / Sub Area Planning Update (Item 7)
• Approval of minutes from the May 8, 2024 ARA meeting (Item 4)
• Requests for future agenda items (Item 8)

The Appleton Redevelopment Authority met on October 9, 2024, and approved the minutes from its May 8, 2024 meeting. The board also received informational updates on the City Comprehensive Plan and future agenda items, but took no other substantive actions.

• Approved minutes from May 8, 2024 meeting (7-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 9:36 a.m. (7-0)

City Plan Commission

The Appleton City Plan Commission will hold a public hearing and then consider three action items requesting approval of proposed text amendments to the Municipal Code. The amendments affect Chapter 19 (traffic and vehicles) and Chapter 23 zoning for residential driveways and parking, Chapter 16 (streets, sidewalks, and public places) and Chapter 23 zoning for official map and zoning changes, and Chapter 9 (licenses, permits, and business regulations) and Chapter 23 zoning for alcohol‑related uses.

• Approve amendments to Chapter 19 Traffic and Vehicles and Chapter 23 Zoning for residential driveways, extensions, parking pads, and outdoor parking of vehicles/trailers (Action Item 24-1283).
• Approve amendments to Chapter 16 Streets, Sidewalks and Other Public Places and Chapter 23 Zoning for official map and zoning changes (Action Item 24-1285).
• Approve amendments to Chapter 9 Licenses, Permits and Business Regulations and Chapter 23 Zoning for consumption of alcohol uses (Action Item 24-1287).

The City Plan Commission held public hearings and unanimously recommended approval of three proposed Municipal Code text amendments, all advancing to the Common Council on November 6, 2024. The amendments address residential driveways and outdoor parking, official map and zoning amendment notices, and alcohol consumption uses. No public comments were made during the hearings.

• Recommended approval of driveway/parking text amendments (5-0, 2 excused)
• Recommended approval of official map/zoning notice amendments (5-0, 2 excused)
• Recommended approval of alcohol consumption use amendments (5-0, 2 excused)

Community Development Committee

The Community Development Committee will consider three text amendments to the Municipal Code regarding buildings. The body will also review the 2025 Community Development Department budget and permit summary reports.

• Proposed text amendments to Municipal Code Chapter 4 Buildings, Section 4-66(a) and (b)
• Proposed text amendments to Municipal Code Chapter 4 Buildings, Section 4-241
• Proposed text amendments to Municipal Code Chapter 4 Buildings, Section 4-546(a)
• Review of 2025 Community Development Department Budget and TIF funds 3, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, and 13
• Inspection Division Permit Summary Reports for August and September 2024

The Community Development Committee voted 4-0 (with one excused) to recommend approval of three proposed text amendments to the Municipal Code Chapter 4 Buildings, covering Sections 4-66(a)/(b), 4-241, and 4-546(a). These recommendations will proceed to the Common Council on November 6, 2024. The committee also received permit summary reports and the 2025 department budget as information items, with no decisions made on those.

• Recommended approval of Municipal Code text amendments to Section 4-66(a) and (b) (4-0)
• Recommended approval of Municipal Code text amendments to Section 4-241 (4-0)
• Recommended approval of Municipal Code text amendments to Section 4-546(a) (4-0)

Board of Health

The Board of Health is meeting to discuss a proposed update to the municipal code regarding smoking restrictions. The body will also review the September 2024 Health Department newsletter and new noise variances.

• Proposed update to Municipal Code 7-100 (d) regarding smoking prohibitions around Valley Transit Center and Appleton Public Library
• Review of September 2024 Health Department Newsletter
• Review of new noise variances

The Board of Health recommended approval of a proposed update to City of Appleton Municipal Code 7-100(d) to prohibit smoking around the Valley Transit Center and Appleton Public Library. The motion passed 6-0, with two members excused. The board also approved the September 11, 2024 meeting minutes and received informational updates on the Health Department newsletter and new noise variances.

• Recommended approval of smoking prohibition around Valley Transit Center and Appleton Public Library (6-0)
• Approved September 11, 2024 Board of Health meeting minutes (6-0)

Board of Building Inspection

The Board will approve the minutes from the December 1, 2022 meeting. It will consider an action item for 841 W. Lawrence St., which was recently changed from commercial to residential use. The request seeks to keep an existing 30‑inch wide stair as the required means of egress, though the code requires a 36‑inch width. The Board will decide whether to grant an exception or require compliance.

• Approval of minutes from the December 1, 2022 meeting
• Review of stair width compliance for 841 W. Lawrence St. (existing 30‑in stair vs 36‑in code requirement)

The Board of Building Inspection approved a request to allow an existing 30-inch wide stair to serve as a required means of egress for the residential unit at 841 W. Lawrence St. Approval was granted with specific safety contingencies, including the installation of an exit sign, a smoke detector, a fire evacuation plan, and a code-compliant platform.

• Approved minutes from 12/1/22 (5-0)
• Approved egress variance for 841 W. Lawrence St. with contingencies (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 2:15 p.m. (5-0)

Human Resources & Information Technology Committee

The Appleton Human Resources & Information Technology Committee meeting scheduled for October 9, 2024 was cancelled. The agenda listed items such as approval of minutes from the September 25 meeting, a request to approve hiring the Matrix Consulting Group for an organizational and workload study for the Appleton Police Department, and a recruitment status report through October 3. No council action will be taken at this meeting.

• Approval of minutes from previous meeting (24-1301, 9/25/24)
• Request to approve hiring of Matrix Consulting Group for an organizational and workload study for the Appleton Police Department (24-1303)
• Recruitment Status Report through 10/3/24 (24-1304)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee is reviewing several contract awards for city facilities and infrastructure. The body will discuss budget amendments for police K9 expenses and financial agreements for the I-41/Ballard Interchange Project.

• Janitorial services contract for KleenMark from 2025-2029, starting at $463,883 in 2025
• Water Treatment Facility Carbon Dioxide System project award to Rohde Brothers, Inc. up to $228,800
• Green Ramp Barrier Panel Emergency Repair Phase 3 contract with Restoration Systems, Inc. up to $73,700
• Police budget amendment for K9 reimbursements, training, and medical expenses
• I-41/Ballard Interchange Project financial agreement amendment with a proposed 2025 city cost share of $431,050

The Finance Committee recommended approval for several contracts, including janitorial services for city facilities and rehabilitation work at the Water Treatment Facility. The committee also approved a 2024 budget amendment for police K9 expenses and a reduction in the city's cost share for the I-41/Ballard Interchange project. Several information items regarding final contract payments and project change orders were presented.

• Approved 09/23/24 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Recommended $228,800 Water Treatment CO2 system contract (5-0)
• Recommended 2025-2029 janitorial services contract (5-0)
• Recommended $38,828 pump gearbox repair contract (5-0)
• Recommended $102,696 police K9 budget amendment (5-0)
• Recommended $2,521.20 wastewater inventory write-off (5-0)
• Recommended $73,700 Green Ramp emergency repair contract (5-0)
• Recommended I-41/Ballard Interchange cost share amendment (5-0)

CEA Review Committee

The CEA Review Committee is meeting to review action items and approve previous minutes. The primary focus of the meeting is a request to purchase an enclosed trailer for the Appleton Police Department Identification Unit.

• Request to purchase enclosed trailer for APD Identification Unit

The CEA Review Committee met on October 7, 2024, to review departmental requests. The committee voted to recommend the purchase of an enclosed trailer for the Appleton Police Department Identification Unit. Members also approved the minutes from the May 6, 2024, meeting.

• Approved May 6, 2024 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Recommended approval for APD Identification Unit trailer purchase (4-0)
• Adjourned meeting (4-0)

Municipal Services Committee

The Municipal Services Committee will decide on asphalt reconstruction designs for Alexander Street, Bell Avenue, Bellaire Court, and Melrose Avenue. It will also vote on extending temporary occupancy permits for the Lawrence University/Trout Museum construction project on College Avenue and Drew Street through November 22, 2024.

• Approve Alexander Street Asphalt Reconstruction Design
• Approve Bell Avenue Asphalt Reconstruction Design
• Approve Bellaire Court Asphalt Reconstruction Design
• Approve Melrose Avenue Asphalt Reconstruction Design
• Approve Long-Term Temporary Occupancy Permit Extension on College Avenue and Drew Street for Lawrence University/Trout Museum Construction Project

The Municipal Services Committee approved asphalt reconstruction designs for Alexander Street, Bell Avenue, Bellaire Court, and Melrose Avenue, along with a temporary occupancy permit extension for Boldt. A motion to hold the Bellaire Court design failed before the design was ultimately recommended for approval. All actions passed with varying roll call votes.

• Approved minutes from 09-23-2024 (4-0)
• Approved minutes from 10-02-2024 (4-0)
• Recommended approval of Alexander Street Asphalt Reconstruction Design (4-0)
• Recommended approval of Bell Avenue Asphalt Reconstruction Design (4-0)
• Motion to hold Bellaire Court Asphalt Reconstruction Design failed (2-2)
• Recommended approval of Bellaire Court Asphalt Reconstruction Design (3-1)
• Recommended approval of Melrose Avenue Asphalt Reconstruction Design (4-0)
• Recommended approval of Long-Term Temporary Occupancy Permit Extension for Boldt through November 22, 2024 (4-0)

Common Council

The Common Council will review the 2025 Executive Budget and Service Plan and hold a public hearing regarding a street vacation on N. Sampson Street. The body will also consider several committee recommendations involving city contracts, liquor licenses, and parking requests.

• Public hearing and final resolution for the street vacation of N. Sampson Street, south of E. Winnebago Street
• Sole source purchase of Variable Frequency Drive equipment and services from Werner Electric for $37,573
• Contract amendment for Brown and Caldwell Stormwater Management Plan Review increasing the total not to exceed amount to $113,000
• Request by Prevea Health to purchase two on-street parking stalls on Washington Street west of Oneida Street
• Approval of Alderperson salaries with a recommended 0% increase

The Appleton Common Council voted to keep alderperson salaries at a 0% increase and approved free meter parking only for Small Business Saturday on November 30, 2024. The Council also approved the final resolution for the N. Sampson Street vacation, denied a driveway extension variance at 3039 N. Ballard Road, and advanced committee agenda items including utility easements, alcohol licenses, and stormwater contract amendments.

• Approved N. Sampson Street final vacation resolution (14-0)
• Approved free meter parking only for Small Business Saturday, Nov 30, 2024 (10-4)
• Denied driveway extension variance at 3039 N. Ballard Rd (12-2)
• Approved 0% increase to alderperson salaries (10-3)
• Approved utility easement release of rights for Richmond St/I-41
• Approved Prevea Health purchase of two on-street parking stalls on Washington St
• Approved Class 'B' Beer and 'Liquor' license for Ambassador at 117 S. Appleton St
• Approved sole source purchase of VFD equipment and commissioning services from Werner Electric for $37,573

Municipal Services Committee

The Municipal Services Committee is holding a special meeting to review a request from Appleton Downtown Inc. The body will consider providing free ramp and meter parking on November 30, 2024.

• Request for free ramp and meter parking on Small Business Saturday, November 30, 2024

The Municipal Services Committee voted 3-2 to recommend denial of Appleton Downtown Inc.'s request for free ramp and meter parking on Small Business Saturday, November 30, 2024. An amendment to remove 'ramp and' from the request failed, as did a motion to recommend approval. The recommendation for denial will go to the full council.

• Recommended denial of free parking request for Small Business Saturday (3-2)
• Amendment to remove 'ramp and' from request failed (2-3)
• Motion to recommend approval failed (2-3)

Safety and Licensing Committee

The Safety and Licensing Committee will review applications for Class B beer and liquor licenses for local businesses and events, including a request to amend the municipal code regarding fire standards. The committee will also receive a report on a $20,279 justice assistance grant.

• Consider Class B beer license for CaPo Gooble LLC at 117 S. Appleton St
• Consider temporary Class B beer license for Appleton Downtown Inc's Houdini 10K Run/Walk
• Consider temporary Class B beer license for Sacred Heart Parish's Spaghetti Dinner
• Consider temporary Class B beer and wine license for Thompson Center on Lourdes
• Request to amend Appleton Municipal Code Sec. 6-56 regarding fire codes

The Safety and Licensing Committee approved an operator license for Cindy Reed following an appeal. Members also recommended updates to the municipal code regarding fire safety standards and approved several alcohol licenses for local businesses and events.

• Approved operator license for Cindy Reed (3-1)
• Recommended approval of municipal code amendment Sec. 6-56 (4-0)
• Approved alcohol license for CaPo Gooble LLC (4-0)
• Approved temporary beer license for Appleton Downtown Inc (4-0)
• Approved temporary beer license for Sacred Heart Parish (4-0)
• Approved temporary beer/wine license for Thompson Center on Lourdes (4-0)

City Plan Commission

The Appleton City Plan Commission will hold public hearings on proposed changes to municipal codes covering residential driveways, parking, official map amendments, and alcohol-related special use permits. The meeting is procedural with no Council action expected.

• Proposed amendments to Chapter 19 (Traffic and Vehicles) and Chapter 23 (Zoning) on residential driveways and parking pads
• Proposed amendments to Chapter 16 (Streets) and Chapter 23 (Zoning) for official map and zoning changes
• Proposed amendments to Chapter 9 (Licenses) and Chapter 23 (Zoning) for alcohol consumption special use permits

The City Plan Commission met and approved the minutes from the September 11, 2024 meeting. Three proposed draft text amendments to the Municipal Code were presented and discussed but no votes were taken on them. The meeting adjourned at 3:52 p.m.

• Approved minutes from 9-11-24 (5-0, 2 excused)
• Discussed draft amendments on residential driveways and parking (no action)
• Discussed draft amendments on official map and zoning amendment notices (no action)
• Discussed draft amendments on alcohol consumption uses (no action)

Human Resources & Information Technology Committee

The Human Resources & Information Technology Committee will meet to decide on Alderperson salaries. The body will also review reports on recruitment status, military leave policy, and a directors report.

• Action item 24-1101: Approval of Alderperson Salaries
• Item 24-1226: Military Leave Policy Update
• Item 24-1227: Recruitment Status Report through 9/18/24
• Item 24-1228: Directors Report

The Human Resources & Information Technology Committee approved the previous meeting's minutes and recommended keeping alderperson salaries at $6,750 with a 0% increase for 2026. The committee also received and filed the director's report, a military leave policy update, and a recruitment status report. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved minutes from 8/28/24 meeting (5-0)
• Recommended approval of alderperson salaries with 0% increase for 2026, keeping salary at $6,750 (5-0)
• Received and filed director's report
• Received and filed military leave policy update
• Received and filed recruitment status report through 9/18/24

Fox Cities Transit Commission

The commission will meet to approve payments and review financial and ridership data from August 2024. The body will also receive updates on staffing and Valley Transit service modifications for evenings and Saturdays.

• Approval of August 2024 payments
• August 2024 Income Statement
• August 2024 Ridership Report
• Valley Transit Evening & Saturday Service Modifications Update
• Staffing update

The Fox Cities Transit Commission approved the August 2024 payments and the minutes from the previous meeting. No public participation occurred, and no other action items were taken. Information items on finances, ridership, staffing, and service modifications were presented and discussed.

• Approved minutes from August 27, 2024 meeting (voice vote)
• Approved August 2024 payments (voice vote)

Utilities Committee

The Appleton Utilities Committee met on September 24, 2024 to consider several agenda items. The primary action is the approval of Contract Amendment #2 for the 2024 Stormwater Management Plan Review with Brown and Caldwell, raising the contract by $38,000 to a maximum of $113,000. The meeting also includes a public hearing, an update on a 2022 wastewater treatment polymer incident, a notice of the city winning the 2024 Wisconsin Best Tap Water Taste Test, and monthly water distribution reports for July and August.

• Approve Contract Amendment #2 for the 2024 Stormwater Management Plan Review with Brown and Caldwell, increasing the contract by $38,000 (total not to exceed $113,000).
• Public hearing/appearances (no specific speakers listed).
• Final update on the December 26, 2022 AWWTP polymer incident.
• City of Appleton named 2024 Wisconsin Best Tap Water Taste Test winner.
• Monthly Water Distribution and Meter Team reports for July and August 2024.

The Utilities Committee approved Contract Amendment #2 for the 2024A Stormwater Management Plan Review contract with Brown and Caldwell, increasing the contract by $38,000 to a total not to exceed $113,000. The motion was recommended for approval by a unanimous 5-0 vote. The committee also discussed a final update on the December 26, 2022 AWWTP polymer incident, received a presentation on the city winning the 2024 Wisconsin Best Tap Water Taste Test, and reviewed monthly reports for July and August 2024.

• Approved Contract Amendment #2 for stormwater plan review with Brown and Caldwell, +$38,000 to $113,000 total (5-0)
• Approved minutes of September 4, 2024 meeting (5-0)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will review a sole source purchase for electrical equipment and commissioning services. The body will also consider non-reimbursement statements for utility DOT forms.

• Sole source purchase of Variable Frequency Drive (VFD) equipment from Werner Electric for $37,573
• Statement of Non-Reimbursement by Utility DOT forms DT2245 Sewer and DT2245 Water
• Final payment of $30,567.24 to Visu-Sewer, Inc. for sewer cleaning and televising
• Budget adjustment of +$240 for Fire Prevention Advertising via donation from Future Bucks LLC

The Finance Committee recommended approval of a sole-source purchase of Variable Frequency Drive equipment and commissioning services from Werner Electric for $37,573. It also recommended approval of a Statement of Non-Reimbursement for utility DOT forms. Two information items were presented: final payment for a sewer contract and a budget adjustment. No items were denied or tabled.

• Recommended approval of $37,573 sole-source VFD purchase from Werner Electric (4-0)
• Recommended approval of Statement of Non-Reimbursement for DOT forms DT2245 Sewer and Water (4-0)
• Approved minutes from 09/18/24 and 09/09/24 meetings (4-0)

Municipal Services Committee

The Municipal Services Committee will hold a public hearing on design plans for 2026 paving projects on Alexander, Melrose, Bell, and Bellaire streets. The committee will also consider approving the release of utility easement rights for Richmond Street near I-41 and a request by Prevea Health to purchase on-street parking stalls.

• Public hearing for 2026 paving projects on Alexander, Melrose, Bell, and Bellaire streets
• Action to approve utility easement release for Richmond Street/I-41
• Request to approve Prevea Health purchase of two on-street parking stalls on Washington Street
• Variance request for driveway extension at 3039 N. Ballard Rd

The Municipal Services Committee recommended approval for a utility easement release on Richmond Street/I-41 and the sale of two on-street parking stalls to Prevea Health. The committee recommended denial of a variance request for a driveway extension at 3039 N. Ballard Rd. A design hearing was held for future 2026 paving projects on Alexander Street, Melrose Avenue, Bell Avenue, and Bellaire Court.

• Recommended approval for Utility Easement Release of Rights for Richmond St/I-41 (4-0)
• Recommended approval for Prevea Health purchase of two on-street parking stalls on Washington Street (4-0)
• Recommended denial for driveway extension variance at 3039 N. Ballard Rd (3-1)
• Held design hearing for 2026 paving projects on Alexander St, Melrose Ave, Bell Ave, and Bellaire Ct

Common Council

The Appleton Common Council will hold a public hearing on Rezoning #8-24 for the parcels at 2111, 2121, and 2125 South Schaefer Street. The council will also consider ordinance changes for parking near Wilson Middle School and Johnston Elementary School, and a proposed two‑way stop at Douglas and Harris Streets. Additional items include several cigarette, tobacco, and vaping device license applications, a Class B beer license application, and two sole‑source contract awards for waste‑water upgrades and police station workstations.

• Public hearing for Rezoning #8-24 at 2111, 2121, & 2125 S Schaefer St.
• Ordinance change for parking on Badger Ave by Wilson Middle School (post‑evaluation).
• Proposed conversion of Douglas St / Harris St intersection to a two‑way stop.
• Sole‑source contract to McMahon for AWWTP Hauled Waste Station Tank Upgrades, up to $50,270.
• Sole‑source award to Nordon Business Environments for police station additional workstations, $48,100.37.

The Common Council approved several items, including a $48,100.37 sole-source award for additional police station workstations, a rezoning of properties on South Schaefer Street, and multiple license applications. All votes were unanimous (14-0, with one excused and one abstention). The meeting was brief, lasting about 13 minutes.

• Approved $48,100.37 for police station additional workstations to Nordon Business Environments (14-0)
• Approved rezoning #8-24 for 2111, 2121, & 2125 S Schaefer St to PD/C-2 Planned Development General Commercial District #8-24 (14-0)
• Approved parking changes on Badger Av by Wilson Middle School (14-0)
• Approved 2-way stop at Douglas St / Harris St (14-0)
• Approved parking changes on Clara St by Johnston Elementary School (14-0)
• Approved liquor license transfers for Fox Valley Lager Fest and Flicks & Sips events (14-0)
• Approved tobacco/vaping licenses for Elf's Gifts, Holy Smokes, and Kush Kafe (14-0)
• Approved Class B beer license for Appleton Axe (14-0)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will consider a sole‑source award of $48,100.37 to Nordon Business Environments for additional workstations at the police station. The meeting also includes routine items such as approval of minutes and a public hearing. No Common Council action is scheduled.

• Award contract to Nordon Business Environments for police station workstations, $48,100.37 (sole source)
• Public hearing/appearances (no specific agenda item listed)

The Finance Committee voted 4-0 to recommend approval of a $48,100.37 sole-source purchase from Nordon Business Environments for additional workstations at the police station. The recommendation will go to the full council for final action. The meeting was brief and included no other substantive decisions.

• Recommended approval of $48,100.37 for police station additional workstations from Nordon Business Environments (4-0)

Library Board

The Library Board will meet to approve the August 2024 bill register and appoint board committees for 2024-2025. The board will also receive updates on a building project, the library hiring process, and website branding.

• Approval of August 2024 Bill Register
• 2024-2025 Library Board Committee Appointments
• Building Project Update and milestones
• Introduction of new Library Board Trustee Mary Lokensgard
• Update on City of Appleton Poet Laureate Cathryn Cofell

The Appleton Library Board approved the August 2024 bill register and the 2024-2025 committee appointments as a consent agenda. The board also received updates on the building project, hiring, website/branding, and other informational items. No substantive policy decisions were made beyond routine approvals.

• Approved August 2024 bill register (10-0)
• Approved 2024-2025 Library Board committee appointments (10-0)
• Approved minutes from August 20, 2024 meeting (10-0)

Joint Review Board

The Joint Review Board will meet on September 16, 2024 at 1:00 PM in the Council Chambers. The agenda includes routine items such as call to order, pledge of allegiance, roll call, and approval of minutes from the September 13, 2023 meeting. A public participation segment is scheduled, followed by a review of the 2023 Annual Report and financial statements for Tax Incremental Financing District #7. No City Council actions are planned for this meeting.

• Approve minutes from 9‑13‑23 meeting (Agenda item 4)
• Public hearing/appearances (Agenda item 5)
• Review 2023 Annual Report for Tax Incremental Financing District #7 (Agenda item 7)

The Joint Review Board met and approved the minutes from the previous meeting. The board reviewed the 2023 annual report for Tax Incremental Financing District #7, which was presented by staff. No public participation was held, and no other action items were discussed. The meeting adjourned at 1:06 p.m.

• Approved minutes from 9-13-23 meeting (3-0, 1 absent)
• Reviewed 2023 annual report for TID #7 (no vote taken)

Safety and Licensing Committee

The Safety and Licensing Committee is meeting to consider several business license applications and temporary event permits. The body will also receive information regarding upcoming special events and reports from city directors.

• Class B Beer License application for Playful Pursuits LLC (Appleton Axe) at 1400 W. College Ave Ste B1
• Tobacco and vaping license applications for Kush Kafe (219 E. College Ave), Elf's Gifts (2700 W. College Ave), and Holy Smokes (2929 N. Richmond St)
• Taxicab Company License Renewal for Evergreen Campsites & Resort
• Temporary alcohol licenses for Shop, Sip & Stroll Wine Walk, St Joseph Parish Fall Festival, and Sacred Heart Parish Chili Dinner
• Retail outlet transfers for Hop Yard Ale Works and McFleshman's for October events

The Safety and Licensing Committee recommended approval of a Full-Service Retail Outlet Transfer for McFleshman's for the Fox Valley Lager Fest event on October 5, 2024. The committee also recommended approval of several other licenses and permits, including a new Class B beer license for Appleton Axe and multiple temporary event licenses. All recommendations will go to the full council for final action.

• Recommended approval of McFleshman's liquor transfer for Fox Valley Lager Fest (2-0, 1 abstention)
• Recommended approval of Hop Yard Ale Works liquor transfer for Flicks & Sips event
• Recommended approval of Class B beer license for Playful Pursuits LLC d/b/a Appleton Axe, contingent on Health dept.
• Recommended approval of tobacco/vaping licenses for Kush Kafe, Elf's Gifts, and Holy Smokes
• Recommended approval of taxicab renewal for Evergreen Campsites & Resort, contingent on HR and Inspections
• Recommended approval of temporary wine license for Appleton Downtown Inc's Shop, Sip & Stroll
• Recommended approval of temporary beer licenses for St Joseph Parish and Sacred Heart Parish events
• Approved minutes from August 28, 2024 meeting (3-0)

City Plan Commission

The City Plan Commission is meeting to consider the approval of a Public Participation Plan. This plan relates to the upcoming update of the City's Comprehensive Plan.

• Request to approve the Public Participation Plan for the City's Comprehensive Plan update

The City Plan Commission recommended approval of the Public Participation Plan for the upcoming update to the City's Comprehensive Plan. The motion carried 6-0 with one excused absence. The meeting was otherwise procedural, including approval of previous minutes and adjournment.

• Recommended approval of Public Participation Plan for Comprehensive Plan update (6-0)
• Approved minutes from August 28, 2024 meeting (6-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 3:45 p.m. (6-0)

Board of Health

The Board of Health will meet to review information items including the 2023 Health Department Annual Report. The body will also consider a dangerous animal declaration and new noise variances.

• 2023 Appleton Health Department Annual Report
• Dangerous Animal Declaration for Ziva
• New Noise Variances 2024

The Board of Health approved the August 14, 2024 meeting minutes unanimously (7-0). Members received presentations on the 2023 Appleton Health Department Annual Report, a dangerous animal declaration for a dog named Ziva, and new noise variances. No substantive policy decisions were made beyond the minutes approval.

• Approved August 14, 2024 meeting minutes (7-0)

Utilities Committee

The Utilities Committee will receive a final update regarding a 2022 polymer incident at the AWWTP. The body will also review monthly reports for July 2024, including water distribution and meter data.

• Final update on the December 26, 2022 AWWTP Polymer Incident
• July 2024 Water Distribution and Meter Team Monthly Report
• Report on 7 water main breaks in July 2024

Joint Review Board

The Joint Review Board will meet to review the 2023 annual reports for several Tax Incremental Financing (TIF) districts located within Outagamie County. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from the September 12, 2023, meeting.

• Review of 2023 Annual Reports for TIF Districts #3, 8, 9, 10, 11, and 12

The Joint Review Board approved the minutes from the September 12, 2023 meeting. The board also reviewed the 2023 annual reports for Tax Incremental Financing Districts #3, 8, 9, 10, 11, and 12, but took no action on them. No public participation occurred, and the meeting adjourned at 1:12 p.m.

• Approved minutes from 9-12-23 meeting (5-0)
• Reviewed 2023 annual reports for TIDs #3, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12 (no action taken)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will vote on two procurement requests. The first request is to award a contract to Nordon Business Environments for additional workstations for the police station, costing $48,100.37. The second request is to approve a sole‑source engineering services contract with McMahon for the AWWTP Hauled Waste Station Tank Upgrades, not to exceed $50,270.

• Award Police Station Additional Workstations to Nordon Business Environments – $48,100.37
• Approve sole‑source engineering services contract with McMahon for AWWTP Hauled Waste Station Tank Upgrades – up to $50,270

The Finance Committee recommended approval of a sole source engineering services contract with McMahon for the AWWTP Hauled Waste Station Tank Upgrades, totaling $50,270 including contingency. A request to award Police Station Additional Workstations to Nordon Business Environments for $48,100.37 was held until the next meeting. Minutes from the previous meeting were approved.

• Recommended approval of $50,270 engineering contract to McMahon for AWWTP upgrades (5-0)
• Held Police Station Additional Workstations award to Nordon Business Environments ($48,100.37) until next meeting (5-0)
• Approved minutes from 8/26/24 Finance Committee meeting (5-0)

Municipal Services Committee

The Appleton Municipal Services Committee will decide on four ordinance changes and one variance request. Items include driveway extensions, parking adjustments near schools, and intersection control updates. No new policy decisions are scheduled; the meeting focuses on follow-ups and public hearings.

• Deny variance for driveway extension at 3039 N Ballard Rd
• Approve parking changes on Badger Av by Wilson Middle School
• Change intersection at Douglas St / Harris St to 2-way stop
• Approve parking changes on Clara St by Johnston Elementary School

The Municipal Services Committee recommended approval of parking changes on Badger Avenue near Wilson Middle School and on Clara Street near Johnston Elementary School, following 6-month evaluations. It also recommended changing intersection control at Douglas Street and Harris Street to a 2-way stop. A variance request for a driveway extension at 3039 N. Ballard Rd was held to the next meeting. All votes were 3-0 with two members excused.

• Recommended approval of parking changes on Badger Ave by Wilson Middle School (3-0)
• Recommended approval of parking changes on Clara St by Johnston Elementary School (3-0)
• Recommended approval of 2-way stop at Douglas St / Harris St (3-0)
• Held driveway extension variance at 3039 N. Ballard Rd to next meeting (3-0)

Common Council

The Common Council will conduct public hearings regarding land use and rezoning for the Thrivent property and 319 N. Drew Street. The body will also consider several infrastructure contracts and updates to municipal codes regarding refuse fees and emergency management.

• Public hearings for Thrivent property land use and rezoning (4321 N. Ballard Road and 3920 N. Meade Street)
• Public hearing for rezoning 319 N. Drew Street from R-2 to R-1C
• Contract for AWWTP Waste Heat-to-Power Generator Install with Rhode Bros, Inc. not to exceed $605,763
• Contract for AWWTP V-Building Elevator Renovation with Otis Elevator Co. not to exceed $292,930
• Sole source contract with TAPCO for TIBA ramp software and equipment not to exceed $221,209

The Common Council approved a comprehensive plan future land use map amendment, a planned development overlay amendment, and a rezoning for the Thrivent property at 4321 N. Ballard Road, changing designations from agricultural/commercial to mixed-use and residential. The council also approved the Lawe Street concrete reconstruction design, adopted the Outagamie County Hazard Mitigation Plan, and updated Chapter 5 of the municipal code. A resolution requiring a super majority vote on wheel tax increases failed.

• Approved Comprehensive Plan Future Land Use Map Amendment #1-24 for Thrivent property (13-0-1)
• Approved Planned Development Overlay District amendment for 4321 N. Ballard Road (13-0-1)
• Approved Rezoning #6-24 for Thrivent property to R-2 Two-Family District (13-0-1)
• Approved Lawe Street Concrete Reconstruction Design (13-0-1)
• Adopted Outagamie County Hazard Mitigation Plan (13-0-1)
• Updated Municipal Code Chapter 5 Emergency Management (13-0-1)
• Approved budget amendments for Transit Center and Whitman facility (13-0-1)
• Failed Resolution #8-R-24 requiring super majority on wheel tax increases (3-10-1)

Utilities Committee

The Utilities Committee will review a contract for network system upgrades and an ordinance update for stormwater management services. The body is also considering a new summer sewer credit policy and a request to opt out of two class action lawsuits.

• Engineering services contract to Donohue and Associates, Inc. for network system upgrades not to exceed $256,324
• Ordinance updating Municipal Code Chapter 20, Article V Stormwater Management Services
• Request to execute a Request for Exclusion from Tyco and BASF class action lawsuits
• Request to approve Summer Sewer Credit Policy

The Utilities Committee recommended approval for the City to file a Request for Exclusion to opt out of the Tyco and BASF class action lawsuits. It also recommended approval of an engineering services contract for network system upgrades, a stormwater ordinance update, and a summer sewer credit policy. All items passed 3-0 with two members excused.

• Recommended approval to opt out of Tyco and BASF class action lawsuits (3-0)
• Recommended approval of $256,324 Donohue engineering contract for network upgrades (3-0)
• Recommended approval of stormwater ordinance update (3-0)
• Recommended approval of summer sewer credit policy (3-0)

City Plan Commission

The Appleton City Plan Commission will consider a request to rezone the parcels at 2111, 2121 and 2125 South Schaefer Street from Planned Development districts #61‑94 and #10‑21 to PD/C‑2 district #8‑24, including an implementation plan. The commission will also review and potentially approve the Downtown Appleton Business Improvement District 2025 Operating Plan after an annual review. Minutes from the August 14, 2024 meeting will be approved.

• Rezoning #8‑24 for 2111, 2121 & 2125 South Schaefer St from PD/C‑2 districts #61‑94 and #10‑21 to PD/C‑2 district #8‑24, with attached Implementation Plan
• Annual review and approval of the Downtown Appleton Business Improvement District (BID) 2025 Operating Plan
• Approval of minutes from the August 14, 2024 City Plan Commission meeting (Agenda item 24‑1113)

The City Plan Commission recommended approval of Planned Development Rezoning #8-24 for properties at 2111, 2121, and 2125 South Schaefer Street, changing them from PD/C-2 districts #61-94 and #10-21 to PD/C-2 district #8-24 with an attached Implementation Plan and Development Plan. The recommendation proceeds to the Common Council on September 18, 2024. The commission also recommended approval of the Downtown Appleton Business Improvement District's 2025 Operating Plan. No public comments were made during the public hearing on the rezoning.

• Recommended approval of PD Rezoning #8-24 for 2111, 2121, 2125 S. Schaefer St. (5-0, 2 excused)
• Recommended approval of Downtown Appleton BID 2025 Operating Plan (4-0, 1 abstention, 2 excused)
• Approved minutes from August 14, 2024 meeting (5-0, 2 excused)

Community Development Committee

The Community Development Committee is conducting public hearings regarding Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funding and needs for the 2025 program year. The committee is also discussing the creation of the 2025-2029 Consolidated Plan for the CDBG program.

• Public hearing on CDBG Notice of Funding Available and Community Needs for 2025 program year
• Public hearing on the 2025-2029 Consolidated Plan for the CDBG Program
• Community Development Department Mid-Year 2024 Budget Report
• Inspection Division Permit Summary Report ending 7-31-24

The Community Development Committee approved the minutes from the July 17, 2024 meeting. Two public hearings were held on the CDBG funding availability and the 2025-2029 Consolidated Plan, with no public comments. No action items were considered; information items on CDBG funding, the Consolidated Plan, the mid-year budget, and permit summaries were presented and discussed. The meeting adjourned at 4:56 p.m.

• Approved minutes from July 17, 2024 meeting (5-0)
• Held public hearing on CDBG funding availability for 2025; no one spoke
• Held public hearing on 2025-2029 Consolidated Plan; no one spoke

Safety and Licensing Committee

The Safety and Licensing Committee will decide on adopting the Outagamie County Hazard Mitigation Plan and update the city’s emergency management code. It will also review multiple liquor and tobacco license applications, a pet store renewal, and temporary beer permits for upcoming events.

• Adopt Outagamie County Hazard Mitigation Plan (24-1145)
• Update Appleton Municipal Code Chapter 5 on Emergency Management (24-1146)
• Class "B" Beer and Liquor License for Pickleball Kingdom at 2411 S. Kensington Dr (24-1109)
• Temporary Beer License for Movie Night in Houdini Plaza (24-1112)
• Cigarette and Vaping License for Top Dogz Vape Shop at 1347 W. Wisconsin Ave (24-1129)

The Safety and Licensing Committee recommended approval of the Outagamie County Hazard Mitigation Plan and updates to Appleton Municipal Code Chapter 5 (Emergency Management). It also approved several liquor, tobacco, and pet store licenses, contingent on department approvals. All votes were 3-0 with two members excused.

• Recommended approval of Outagamie County Hazard Mitigation Plan adoption (3-0)
• Recommended approval of Chapter 5 Emergency Management Ordinance updates (3-0)
• Approved Class B beer and Reserve Class B liquor license for Pickleball Kingdom Appleton (contingent)
• Approved temporary premise amendment for Hank & Karen's Pub & Grill car show (contingent)
• Approved tobacco/vaping licenses for EVapor (two locations) and Top Dogz Vape Shop
• Approved Pet Store license renewal for Petco #1656 (contingent)
• Approved temporary beer/wine licenses for Creative Downtown Appleton, Catalpa Health, and Heart of the Valley Lions Club (contingent)

Human Resources & Information Technology Committee

The Human Resources & Information Technology Committee will discuss and vote on changes to the wastewater treatment plant organization, alderperson salaries, and various workplace policies including generative AI, security, and privacy.

• Approval of Alderperson Salaries
• Wastewater Treatment Plant Table of Organization Change Proposal
• Generative AI Policy
• Workplace Violence Policy Update
• Recruitment Status Report through 8/22/24

The Human Resources & Information Technology Committee recommended approval of a wastewater treatment plant table of organization change and a generative AI policy, and held action on alderperson salaries. All votes were 3-0 with two members excused. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Recommended approval of Wastewater Treatment Plant Table of Organization Change (3-0)
• Held action on Alderperson Salaries (3-0)
• Recommended approval of Generative AI Policy (3-0)

Utilities Committee

The Utilities Committee will discuss authorizing the Mayor and City Staff to file a Request for Exclusion in the Tyco and BASF class action lawsuits. It will also consider an engineering services contract with Donohue and Associates, Inc. for network system upgrades, valued at $222,890 with a 15% contingency, not to exceed $256,324. An ordinance to update the Municipal Code Chapter 20, Article V Stormwater Management Services will be reviewed. The meeting was rescheduled due to lack of a quorum, so no Common Council action will be taken.

• Authorize filing a Request for Exclusion to opt out of Tyco and BASF class action lawsuits
• Engineering Services Contract to Donohue and Associates, Inc. for network upgrades, $222,890 plus 15% contingency, total not to exceed $256,324
• Approve ordinance updating Municipal Code Chapter 20, Article V Stormwater Management Services
• Public Hearing/Appearances (no specific items listed)
• Information item: Final Update on December 26, 2022 AWWTP Polymer Incident

Fox Cities Transit Commission

The Fox Cities Transit Commission is meeting to review July 2024 financial and ridership reports and the 2023 audit. The body will consider awarding a sole source A&E services contract for the Whitman Ave. Phase 2 project.

• Authorization of sole source A&E services contract to Kueny Architects, LLC for Whitman Ave. Phase 2 Construction
• Approval of July 2024 payments
• Presentation of the City of Appleton Valley Transit 2023 Single Audit
• Review of July 2024 ridership and income statements
• Discussion of 2025 Disadvantaged Business Enterprise Program Goal

The Fox Cities Transit Commission approved the July 2024 meeting minutes and payments, and recommended approval of a sole-source A&E services contract to Kueny Architects, LLC for Whitman Ave. Phase 2 construction. The commission also received presentations on the 2023 audit, financial and ridership reports, and the 2025-2027 DBE program goals. No public participation was held.

• Approved July 23, 2024 meeting minutes (voice vote)
• Approved July 2024 payments (voice vote)
• Recommended approval of sole-source A&E contract to Kueny Architects, LLC for Whitman Ave. Phase 2 (voice vote)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee is reviewing several contract awards and engineering services for city infrastructure. The meeting includes requests for wastewater treatment plant upgrades and a grant application for a new traffic signal.

• Contract for AWWTP Waste Heat-to-Power Generator Install to Rhode Bros, Inc. not to exceed $605,763
• Contract for 2024 AWWTP V-Building Elevator Renovation to Otis Elevator Co. not to exceed $292,930
• Grant application for new traffic signal at Richmond Street (STH 47) / Ridgeview Drive intersection
• Sole source contract for Green Ramp Barrier Panel Emergency Repair Phase 2 not to exceed $59,613
• Engineering contracts for AWWTP Anaerobic Digester ($54,515), Water Tower Booster Pumps ($48,900), and AWWTP Column and Plank Storage ($28,050)

The Finance Committee recommended approval of seven action items, including contracts for the AWWTP V-Building elevator renovation, waste heat-to-power generator installation, a traffic signal grant application, and several sole source engineering services. All recommendations passed unanimously with 4 ayes and 1 excused. The committee also received information on a final payment for a water service replacement contract and library budget adjustments.

• Recommended approval of $292,930 elevator renovation project for Otis Elevator Co. (4-0)
• Recommended approval of $605,763 waste heat-to-power generator contract to Rhode Bros, Inc. with budget amendment (4-0)
• Recommended approval of grant application for traffic signal at Richmond Street/Ridgeview Drive (4-0)
• Recommended approval of $59,613 sole source contract to Restoration Systems, Inc. for Green Ramp repairs (4-0)
• Recommended approval of $54,515 sole source engineering contract to Donohue for digester evaluation (4-0)
• Recommended approval of $48,900 sole source engineering contract to McMahon for water tower pump improvements (4-0)
• Recommended approval of $28,050 sole source engineering contract to Applied Technologies Inc. for storage upgrades (4-0)

Municipal Services Committee

The Municipal Services Committee will consider approving a design for Lawe Street concrete reconstruction, a grant request for a traffic signal at Richmond Street and Ridgeview Drive, an ordinance updating refuse rates, and a contract for traffic software upgrades.

• Approve Lawe Street concrete reconstruction design
• Grant request for new traffic signal at Richmond Street / Ridgeview Drive
• Approve ordinance updating Municipal Code Chapter 15 refuse rates
• Approve sole source contract with TAPCO for ramp access upgrades
• Fee waiver request for 311 N Superior Street

The Municipal Services Committee unanimously recommended approval of the Lawe Street concrete reconstruction design, a grant application for a new traffic signal at Richmond Street and Ridgeview Drive, an ordinance updating refuse rates and charges, and a sole source contract with TAPCO for parking ramp system upgrades. It also unanimously recommended denial of a fee waiver request for 311 N Superior Street. All votes were 5-0.

• Approved Lawe Street concrete reconstruction design (5-0)
• Approved grant application for traffic signal at Richmond Street/Ridgeview Drive (5-0)
• Approved ordinance updating Municipal Code Chapter 15, Article III, Rates and Charges (5-0)
• Denied fee waiver request for 311 N Superior Street (5-0)
• Approved sole source contract with TAPCO for TIBA ramp system upgrades, not to exceed $221,209 (5-0)

Common Council

The Common Council will decide on street vacations for Sampson Street, approve land acquisition for Lawe Street reconstruction, and vote on multiple liquor license applications. The Municipal Services Committee recommends approving stop-sign ordinances and street occupancy permits for the Fox Commons project.

• Street vacation of N. Sampson Street south of E. Winnebago Street
• Award land acquisition contract for Lawe Street reconstruction to Moss & Associates for up to $217,000
• Non-renewal of Corner Pub alcohol license at 1123 N. Mason Street
• New liquor licenses for Dollar General stores (1320 W. Wisconsin Ave, 1010 W. College Ave)
• Install stop signs at Catherine, Mary, Tonka, and Mason Streets

The Appleton Common Council accepted a $12,000,000 Federal 5339(b) grant for the Whitman Facility Remodel Phase 2 and a $25,000,000 RAISE grant for the Downtown Appleton Regional Transit Multimodal Hub. The council also approved a street vacation for N. Sampson Street, various alcohol and business licenses, and a State/Municipal Financial Agreement for the I-41/Ballard Interchange Project. A set of transit fund budget amendments was tabled because it lacked the required two-thirds vote due to attendance.

• Accepted $12,000,000 in Federal 5339(b) funds for the Whitman Facility Remodel Phase 2 (10-0)
• Accepted $25,000,000 RAISE discretionary grant for the Downtown Appleton Regional Transit Multimodal Hub (10-0)
• Approved non-renewal of alcohol license for Corner Pub at 1123 N. Mason Street (9-1)
• Approved Boldt Permanent Street Occupancy and Sign Permits for Fox Commons project with site restoration condition (10-0)
• Held Resolution #8-R-24 requiring a super majority vote on wheel tax fee changes to September 4, 2024 (8-2)
• Approved re-obligation of ARPA funds for Human Resources Strategic Planning Project (9-1)
• Approved State/Municipal Financial Agreement for I-41/Ballard Interchange Project with a 2025 city cost share of $435,200
• Tabled transit fund budget amendments due to lack of a 2/3 council vote required with 10 members present

Library Board

The Library Board will conduct routine business including approving minutes, reviewing financial documents, and discussing policy updates. No major decisions are scheduled; the meeting focuses on administrative and informational reports.

• Approval of July 2024 meeting minutes
• Review of August 2024 budget amendment and financial cash flow
• Consideration of 2025 OWLS Resource Library and Services Agreements
• Adoption of new policies including Generative AI Technology and Workplace Violence policies

The Appleton Library Board approved the consent agenda containing seven action items, including the August 2024 bill register, a budget amendment, four city policies (Generative AI, Security Card Access, Privacy, Workplace Violence), and 2025 agreements with OWLS. The board also approved the previous meeting's minutes and adjourned. No substantive decisions were made outside the consent agenda.

• Approved July 16, 2024 meeting minutes (8-0)
• Approved consent agenda including bill register, budget amendment, policies, and OWLS agreements (8-0)
• Approved August 2024 bill register
• Approved August 2024 budget amendment
• Approved Generative AI Technology Policy, Security Card Access Key - ID Badge and Visitor Security Policy, Privacy Policy, Workplace Violence Policy
• Approved 2025 OWLS Resource Library Agreement
• Approved 2025 OWLS Services Agreement
• Approved Finance Committee and Nominating Committee reports

City Plan Commission

The City Plan Commission will hold public hearings and vote on a rezoning request and a street vacation. The body will also discuss the disposition of a surplus land-locked parcel and a presentation regarding West College Avenue.

• Rezoning #7-24 for 319 North Drew Street from R-2 Two-Family District to R-1C Central City Residential District
• Street discontinuance to vacate a portion of N. Sampson Street public right-of-way south of E. Winnebago Street
• Land disposition of a land locked parcel between E. Winnebago Street and Bellaire Court (Tax Id #31-1-1275-00)
• Presentation on West College Avenue - A NEW Avenue

The City Plan Commission unanimously recommended approval of three items: rezoning 319 N. Drew Street from R-2 to R-1C, vacating a portion of N. Sampson Street right-of-way, and disposing of a landlocked parcel between E. Winnebago Street and Bellaire Court. All motions passed 7-0. The commission also heard a presentation on West College Avenue and approved the previous meeting's minutes.

• Approved minutes from 7-24-24 meeting (7-0)
• Recommended approval of Rezoning #7-24 for 319 N. Drew Street from R-2 to R-1C (7-0)
• Recommended approval of street discontinuance for portion of N. Sampson Street south of E. Winnebago Street (7-0)
• Recommended approval of land disposition for landlocked parcel between E. Winnebago Street and Bellaire Court (7-0)

Safety and Licensing Committee

The Safety and Licensing Committee will decide whether to non-renew the Class B liquor license for Corner Pub at 1123 N Mason Street after multiple failed extensions and inspections. The committee will also review new alcohol and tobacco license applications for several local businesses and temporary permits for events.

• Non-renewal of Corner Pub’s Class B liquor license at 1123 N Mason Street
• New Class B liquor license application for Gonzalez Mexican Grill at 2190 S Memorial Dr
• New Class B liquor license application for Mr. Frogs on the Ave at 409 W College Ave
• Temporary alcohol license for Fox Cities Performing Arts Center at 400 W College Ave on Aug 21 for outdoor cookout
• Temporary alcohol license for St Joseph Parish at 404 W Lawrence St on Aug 18 for Flights & Bites event

The Safety and Licensing Committee voted 4-1 to recommend approval of the alcohol license renewal for Corner Pub, 1123 N Mason Street, reversing the earlier non-renewal consideration. The committee also approved the balance of the agenda, which included recommendations for several new and amended alcohol, tobacco, and vaping licenses, all contingent on department approvals. No closed session was held.

• Recommended approval of Corner Pub alcohol license renewal (4-1)
• Approved balance of agenda items (5-0)
• Recommended approval of Gonzalez Mexican Grill LLC Class B Beer and Reserve Liquor license
• Recommended approval of Rivera Restaurants LLC d/b/a Mr. Frogs on the Ave Class B Beer and Reserve Liquor license
• Recommended approval of Lilac Enterprise LLC d/b/a May's Kitchen Class B Beer license
• Recommended approval of Dolgencorp LLC d/b/a Dollar General #6535 and #21851 Class A Beer and Liquor licenses
• Recommended approval of Rye Inc d/b/a Rye Restaurant permanent premises amendment
• Recommended approval of temporary premises amendments for Trout Museum of Art and Fox Cities Performing Arts Center

Human Resources & Information Technology Committee

The Human Resources & Information Technology Committee will receive the 2024 mid-year budget reports for Information Technology and Human Resources, a Directors Report, and a recruitment status report through August 7, 2024. No formal actions are listed; the agenda consists of informational items and a public hearing/appearances slot. Standard procedural items such as call to order, pledge of allegiance, roll call, approval of prior minutes, and adjournment are also included.

• 2024 IT Mid-Year Budget Report (Item 24‑1007)
• 2024 Human Resources Mid-Year Budget Report (Item 24‑1001)
• Directors Report (Item 24‑1002)
• Recruitment Status Report Through 8/7/24 (Item 24‑1043)
• Public Hearing/Appearances (Item 5)

The committee approved the minutes from the July 24, 2024 meeting. It received and filed four informational presentations: the IT and HR mid-year budget reports, the directors report, and the recruitment status report. No action items were voted on.

• Approved minutes from 7/24/24 meeting (4-0, Van Zeeland absent)
• Received and filed IT 2024 Mid-year Budget Report
• Received and filed HR 2024 Mid-year Budget Report
• Received and filed Directors Report
• Received and filed Recruitment Status Report through 8/7/24

Board of Health

The Board of Health will review the N200 Child Passenger Safety Program policy and an animal ordinance memorandum. The meeting also includes a mental health information series and a review of the Q2 2024 report.

• Policy review: N200 Child Passenger Safety Program
• Animal Ordinance Memorandum
• Dangerous Animal Declarations
• New Noise Variances
• Q2 2024 Report

The Appleton Board of Health approved the June 12, 2024 meeting minutes and recommended approval for both the N200 Child Passenger Safety Program policy and an animal ordinance memorandum. The board also received information items, including survey results on mental health, the Q2 2024 report, dangerous animal declarations, new noise variances, and the health department newsletter.

• Approved June 12, 2024 Board of Health Meeting Minutes (6-0, 1 abstained)
• Recommended approval for Policy Review: N200 Child Passenger Safety Program (7-0)
• Recommended approval for Animal Ordinance Memorandum (7-0)

Utilities Committee

The Utilities Committee will review a contract for network system upgrades and a request to opt out of two class action lawsuits. The committee will also receive a final update regarding a 2022 polymer incident at the AWWTP.

• Engineering services contract to Donohue and Associates, Inc. for Utilities Department Network System Upgrades not to exceed $256,324
• Request for Exclusion from Tyco and BASF class action lawsuits
• Final update on December 26, 2022 AWWTP Polymer Incident

Parks and Recreation Committee

The committee will consider action items regarding irrigation updates for Reid Golf Course and event requests from Irish Fest and Mom Prom. The meeting also includes a review of the July 2024 revenue and expense report for Reid Golf Course.

• 2024 Reid Irrigation Update and Sole Source Request
• Irish Fest request for a private event
• Mom Prom raffle license request
• Reid Golf Course July 2024 Revenue & Expense Report

The Parks and Recreation Committee recommended approval of the 2024 Reid Irrigation Update, Irish Fest private event request, and Mom Prom raffle license. All three action items passed unanimously with four votes in favor and one excused. The committee also approved the July 8, 2024 meeting minutes and received the Reid Golf Course revenue and expense report as information.

• Approved minutes of July 8, 2024 meeting (3-0, 2 excused)
• Recommended approval of 2024 Reid Irrigation Update (4-0, 1 excused)
• Recommended approval of Irish Fest private event request (4-0, 1 excused)
• Recommended approval of Mom Prom raffle license request (4-0, 1 excused)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee is reviewing requests to accept federal grants for the Whitman Facility Remodel and the Downtown Appleton Regional Transit Multimodal Hub. The body will also discuss a resolution regarding wheel tax vote requirements and a cost-share agreement for the I-41/Ballard Interchange Project.

• Authorization to accept $25,000,000 RAISE grant for the Downtown Appleton Regional Transit Multimodal Hub
• Authorization to accept $12,000,000 Federal 5339 (b) funds for the Whitman Facility Remodel Phase 2
• State/Municipal Financial Agreement for I-41/Ballard Interchange Project (2025 City Cost Share $435,200)
• Resolution #8-R-24 to require a super majority vote on wheel tax or wheel tax related fee increases
• Final contract payment of $97,442.52 to MRJ INC. dba Joski Sewer for water service replacements

The Finance Committee recommended approval of a resolution requiring a supermajority vote for wheel tax increases (3-1), and approved several funding actions including accepting a $25M RAISE grant for a downtown transit hub and a $12M federal grant for the Whitman Facility remodel. It also approved budget amendments totaling over $46M for transit projects and a $435,200 cost share for the I-41/Ballard Interchange. The committee went into closed session to discuss a downtown property agreement and reconvened without taking action.

• Recommended approval of Resolution #8-R-24 requiring supermajority vote on wheel tax increases (3-1)
• Approved de-obligating and re-obligating ARPA funds for HR Strategic Planning Project (3-1)
• Approved State/Municipal Financial Agreement for I-41/Ballard Interchange with $435,200 city cost share (4-0)
• Approved accepting $12,000,000 federal 5339(b) grant for Whitman Facility Remodel Phase 2 (4-0)
• Approved accepting $25,000,000 RAISE grant for Downtown Appleton Regional Transit Multimodal Hub (4-0)
• Approved budget amendments for transit projects totaling $46,991,645 in federal grants (4-0)
• Went into closed session to discuss downtown property agreement (4-0), reconvened with no action

Municipal Services Committee

The Municipal Services Committee will consider several street and traffic actions, including permits for the Fox Commons project, temporary occupancy permits, and multiple stop‑sign installations. The committee will also vote on a contract award of up to $217,000 to Moss & Associates for land acquisition services for the Lawe Street reconstruction. Additional items include a street vacation on Sampson Street and a service‑contract amendment for traffic‑signal software.

• Approve contract for land acquisition services for Lawe Street reconstruction (max $217,000) to Moss & Associates
• Approve permanent street occupancy and sign permits for five awnings on College Avenue (Fox Commons Project)
• Approve long‑term temporary street occupancy permits for Findorff (Oneida & City Center Streets) and RODAC (dumpster on Morrison Street)
• Approve ordinance changes to install stop signs on Catherine, Mary, and Tonka Streets at North Street
• Approve street vacation for a 50’ × 70’ area of Sampson Street south of E. Winnebago Street

The Municipal Services Committee recommended approval of a $217,000 contract with Moss & Associates for land acquisition services related to Lawe Street reconstruction. It also recommended approval of several street occupancy permits, stop sign installations, parking changes, a street vacation, and a software contract amendment. A variance request for a driveway extension at 3039 N. Ballard Rd was recommended for denial.

• Recommended approval of $217,000 contract to Moss & Associates for Lawe Street land acquisition (4-0)
• Recommended approval of Boldt permanent street occupancy and sign permits for 5 awnings on College Avenue (4-0)
• Recommended approval of Findorff long-term temporary street occupancy permit on Oneida and City Center Streets (4-0)
• Recommended approval of RODAC long-term temporary street occupancy permit for dumpster on Morrison Street (4-0)
• Recommended approval of stop sign installations at Catherine, Mary, and Tonka Streets at North Street (4-0 each)
• Recommended approval of parking changes on Mason St by Jefferson ES (4-0)
• Recommended approval of street vacation for 50' x 70' area of Sampson Street south of E. Winnebago Street (4-0)
• Recommended denial of driveway extension variance at 3039 N. Ballard Rd (4-0)

Common Council

The Common Council will review requests for significant municipal financing and various infrastructure projects. The body is also deciding on alcohol license renewals and a proposed ordinance to rescind 'No Mow May'.

• Sale and issuance of $13,500,000 General Obligation Promissory Notes and $12,910,000 Sewerage System Revenue Bonds
• Ordinance #99-24 to rescind 'No Mow May'
• Contract for RingCentral SaaS for $209,000
• Change Order No. 2 for H-23 Lightning Drive Extension Phase 1 in the amount of $72,830
• Non-renewal of alcohol license for Corner Pub at 1123 N Mason Street

The Common Council approved the sale and issuance of $13.5 million in General Obligation Promissory Notes and $12.63 million in Sewerage System Revenue Bonds. It also passed Ordinance #99-24 rescinding the No Mow May program (12-2). The Corner Pub alcohol license non-renewal was referred back to the Safety and Licensing Committee. Numerous other items were approved as part of the consent agenda.

• Approved $13.5M General Obligation Promissory Notes (14-0)
• Approved $12.63M Sewerage System Revenue Bonds (14-0)
• Rescinded No Mow May ordinance (12-2)
• Referred Corner Pub license non-renewal back to Safety and Licensing Committee (13-1)
• Approved Public Works Director recommendation (14-0)
• Approved $209,000 RingCentral SaaS contract
• Approved $44,838 Police Station Gun Range Door Project with contingency
• Approved $72,830 Change Order for H-23 Lightning Drive Extension

Finance Committee

The Appleton Finance Committee will decide on issuing $13.5M in General Obligation Promissory Notes and $12.91M in Sewerage System Revenue Bonds, plus approve a sole-source $47,230 contract for emergency Green Ramp repairs. A public hearing on the bond sales will also be held.

• $13,500,000 General Obligation Promissory Notes, Series 2024
• $12,910,000 Sewerage System Revenue Bonds, Series 2024
• $47,230 sole-source contract with Restoration Systems, Inc. for Green Ramp Barrier Panel Emergency Repair
• Public hearing on 2024 General Obligation Notes and Sewerage System Revenue Bonds sales
• Emergency Green Ramp Repairs and Reconstruction resolution

The Finance Committee recommended approval of resolutions for the sale and issuance of $13,500,000 General Obligation Promissory Notes, Series 2024, and $12,630,000 Sewerage System Revenue Bonds, Series 2024. It also recommended approval of a resolution for emergency Green Ramp repairs and a sole source contract with Restoration Systems, Inc. for Phase 1 of the Green Ramp Barrier Panel Emergency Repair, not to exceed $47,230. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

• Recommended approval of $13.5M GO Promissory Notes, Series 2024 (5-0)
• Recommended approval of $12.63M Sewerage System Revenue Bonds, Series 2024 (5-0)
• Recommended approval of emergency Green Ramp repairs and reconstruction resolution (5-0)
• Recommended approval of sole source contract with Restoration Systems, Inc. for Green Ramp Phase 1 repairs, not to exceed $47,230 (5-0)

Library Board

The Library Board Nominating Committee is meeting to select nominees for the positions of Library Board President and Vice President. The meeting is focused on this single action item.

• Selection of nominees for Library Board President and Vice President (Item 24-0923)

The Library Board Nominating Committee recommended a slate of officers for approval: Margret Mann as President and Jason Brozek as Vice-President. The motion carried unanimously (4-0). The meeting was then adjourned.

• Recommended Margret Mann for Library Board President (4-0)
• Recommended Jason Brozek for Library Board Vice-President (4-0)
• Adjourned meeting (4-0)

Library Board

The Appleton Library Board will meet to consider the 2025 operational budget, including supporting documents such as a budget memo, working document, and narrative. The board will also review the Library Special Revenue Funds and library grants.

• 24-0922 Library 2025 Operational Budget review
• 24-0963 Library Special Revenue Funds review
• Library Grants 278.pdf review

The Library Board Finance Committee recommended approval of the Library 2025 Operational Budget and the Library 2025 Special Revenue Funds. Both motions passed by voice vote with a 3-0 tally. The meeting was adjourned at 5:56pm.

• Recommended approval of Library 2025 Operational Budget (3-0)
• Recommended approval of Library 2025 Special Revenue Funds (3-0)

City Plan Commission

The City Plan Commission will hold public hearings and vote on amendments to the Comprehensive Plan and zoning designations for parcels at 4321 N. Ballard Road and 3920 N. Meade Street. The commission will also receive a presentation regarding West College Avenue.

• Comprehensive Plan Future Land Use Map Amendment #1-24 for 4321 N. Ballard Road and 3920 N. Meade Street
• Amendment to Planned Development Overlay District (PD/C-2 #4-00) for 4321 N. Ballard Road
• Rezoning #6-24 for 4321 N. Ballard Road to R-2 Two-family District
• Presentation on West College Avenue - A NEW Avenue

The City Plan Commission recommended approval of a comprehensive plan amendment, a planned development overlay amendment, and a rezoning for parcels at 4321 N. Ballard Road and 3920 N. Meade Street. All three items were approved unanimously (6-0, with one excused) and will proceed to the Common Council on September 4, 2024. The changes would shift future land use from agricultural and commercial to residential and mixed-use, and adjust zoning boundaries to accommodate development.

• Recommended approval of Comprehensive Plan Amendment #1-24 (6-0)
• Recommended approval of Planned Development Overlay District amendment PD/C-2 #4-00 (6-0)
• Recommended approval of Rezoning #6-24 (6-0)
• Approved minutes from July 10, 2024 meeting (6-0)

Safety and Licensing Committee

The Safety and Licensing Committee will deliberate the non-renewal of an alcohol license for Corner Pub. The body will also review several new and renewal applications for liquor, beer, tobacco, and pet store licenses.

• Non-renewal of Class B Fermented Malt Beverage and Class B Liquor License for Corner Pub at 1123 N Mason Street
• Class B Beer and Reserve Class B Liquor application for Cambria Hotel Appleton at 3940 N. Gateway Dr
• Class B Beer and Class B Liquor application for Shadows Food and Spirits at 211 S. Walter Ave
• Pet store renewal for Lucky Fish & Aquarium LLC at 337 W. Wisconsin Ave
• Temporary Class B Beer and Class B Wine license for Irish Fest at Jones Park for September 13-14, 2024

The Safety and Licensing Committee voted 2-3 against recommending non-renewal of the Class B beer and liquor license for Corner Pub at 1123 N Mason Street. A subsequent motion to extend the abandonment period to August 15, 2024 passed 3-2, while a further amendment to extend to August 31 failed 2-3. The committee also approved the balance of the agenda, recommending approval of several new and renewal licenses.

• Non-renewal of Corner Pub liquor license failed (2-3)
• Extension of abandonment period to August 15, 2024 approved (3-2)
• Amendment to extend abandonment period to August 31 failed (2-3)
• Approved balance of agenda (5-0)
• Recommended approval of Cambria Hotel Appleton liquor license
• Recommended approval of Shadows Food and Spirits liquor license
• Recommended approval of Lucky Fish & Aquarium pet store renewal
• Recommended approval of Flanagan's Stop & Shop tobacco license renewal

Human Resources & Information Technology Committee

The Human Resources & Information Technology Committee will meet to approve minutes from the previous meeting and decide whether to approve a $209,000 contract for RingCentral SaaS software. A recruitment status report will also be presented.

• Request to Approve RingCentral SaaS for $209,000
• Recruitment Status Report through 7/16/2024

The Human Resources & Information Technology Committee approved the minutes from the July 10, 2024 meeting and recommended approval of a $209,000 RingCentral SaaS contract. Both motions passed 3-0 with two members absent. The committee also received a recruitment status report through July 16, 2024, as an information item.

• Approved minutes from 7/10/2024 meeting (3-0)
• Recommended approval of RingCentral SaaS for $209,000 (3-0)

Fox Cities Transit Commission

The Fox Cities Transit Commission is meeting to authorize the acceptance of two federal grants for facility and infrastructure improvements. The body will also review the 2023 audit and recent financial and ridership reports.

• Authorization to accept $12,000,000 in FY2024 Federal 5339 (b) funds for the Whitman Facility Remodel Phase 2
• Authorization to accept $25,000,000 RAISE discretionary grant for the Downtown Appleton Regional Transit Multimodal Hub
• Approval of May and June 2024 payments
• Presentation of the City of Appleton Valley Transit 2023 Single Audit
• Review of 2024 2nd Quarter KPI and Non-Peak Service Modification Update

The Fox Cities Transit Commission recommended the approval of two federal grants totaling $37 million for facility and hub projects. The commission also approved payments for May and June 2024. These recommendations will proceed to the Council on August 21, 2024.

• Approved May and June 2024 payments (Voice Vote)
• Recommended approval of $12,000,000 FY 2024 Federal 5339 (b) grant for Whitman Facility Remodel Phase 2 (Voice Vote)
• Recommended approval of $25,000,000 FY 2024 RAISE grant for Downtown Appleton Regional Transit Multimodal Hub (Voice Vote)
• Approved minutes from June 11, 2024 meeting (Voice Vote)

Utilities Committee

The Utilities Committee will meet to approve minutes from the June 11 meeting and vote on a contract to repair the Apple Hill Farms Pond outlet pipe. Monthly water system reports for May and June will also be reviewed.

• Award Apple Hill Farms Pond 4 Outlet Pipe Repair Contract to Advance Construction, Inc. for up to $28,000
• Review May and June 2024 Water Distribution and Meter Team monthly reports

The Utilities Committee recommended approval of a contract award to Advance Construction, Inc. for the Apple Hill Farms Pond 4 outlet pipe repair, not to exceed $28,000. The motion passed 3-0 with two members excused. The committee also approved the June 11, 2024 meeting minutes and reviewed monthly water reports for May and June 2024.

• Recommended approval of $28,000 contract to Advance Construction, Inc. for Apple Hill Farms Pond 4 outlet pipe repair (3-0)
• Approved June 11, 2024 Utilities Committee meeting minutes (3-0)
• Reviewed May and June 2024 Water Distribution and Meter Team monthly reports

Finance Committee

The Appleton Finance Committee will review and vote on several financial actions including a $72,830 change order for the Lightning Drive Extension, a $44,838 contract for the Police Station Gun Range Door Project, and multiple wastewater treatment plant rehabilitation contracts. The meeting will also include a public hearing on the 2024 General Obligation and Sewerage System Revenue Bond Sales, along with mid-year budget and facilities reports.

• $72,830 change order for H-23 Lightning Drive Extension Phase 1 drainage work
• Award $44,838 Police Station Gun Range Door Project to IEI General Contractor
• Reject $2,617,900 bid for Appleton Wastewater Treatment Plant Primary Clarifier rehabilitation
• $8,837 change order for AWWTP Final Clarifier Tank rehabilitation
• Resolution to require super majority vote for future Wheel Tax or fee increases

The Finance Committee recommended approval of several action items, including rejecting the Mead Pool plastering bid, approving a change order for the H-23 Lightning Drive Extension, awarding the Police Station Gun Range Door Project, and rejecting a bid for the wastewater treatment plant clarifier rehabilitation. A resolution requiring a super majority vote on wheel tax increases was held. All votes were 3-0 with two excused.

• Approved Riverside Cemetery Association reimbursement for veteran grave maintenance (3-0)
• Recommended rejection of Neumann Pools Inc. bid for Mead Pool plastering (3-0)
• Approved Change Order No. 2 for H-23 Lightning Drive Extension, increasing contract to $1,695,191.12 (3-0)
• Awarded Police Station Gun Range Door Project to IEI for $44,838 plus contingency, total not to exceed $49,322 (3-0)
• Recommended rejection of August Winter & Sons base bid for WWTP Primary Clarifier Rehabilitation (3-0)
• Approved Change Order #1 for AWWTP Final Clarifier project totaling $8,837 (3-0)
• Held Resolution #8-R-24 requiring super majority vote on wheel tax increases (3-0)

Municipal Services Committee

The Municipal Services Committee will decide on four action items: a street occupancy permit for exterior lights at 513 W. College Avenue, a utility easement release for the I-41 water main relocation, a state/municipal agreement for the Lawe Street Bridge construction, and ordinance changes for parking restrictions during the B-24 Summit Street Reconstruction Project. No new decisions will be made by the Common Council during this meeting.

• Approve street occupancy permit at 513 W. College Avenue for five exterior sconce lights
• Approve utility easement release for I-41 Project Water Main Relocation
• Approve State/Municipal Agreement for Lawe Street Bridge over Navigational Canal
• Approve ordinance changes for B-24 Summit St Reconstruction (Packard St to Elsie St)
• Approve ordinance changes for B-24 Summit St Reconstruction (Prospect Av to Fourth St)

The Municipal Services Committee unanimously approved all five action items on the agenda, including a permanent street occupancy permit for exterior lights at 513 W. College Avenue, a utility easement release for the I-41 project, a state/municipal agreement for the Lawe Street Bridge design and construction, and two ordinance changes related to the B-24 Summit St Reconstruction Project. All votes were 5-0. The meeting was adjourned after the items.

• Approved permanent street occupancy permit for 513 W. College Avenue sconce lights (5-0)
• Approved utility easement release for I-41 water main relocation (5-0)
• Approved state/municipal agreement for Lawe Street Bridge over Navigational Canal (5-0)
• Approved ordinance changes for Summit St Reconstruction (Packard St to Elsie St) (5-0)
• Approved ordinance changes for Summit St Reconstruction (Prospect Av to Fourth St) (5-0)

Common Council

The Common Council will hold a public hearing on rezoning two properties to a Central City Residential District. The body will also consider various street occupancy permits, alcohol and tobacco licenses, and a resolution to rescind No Mow May ordinance language.

• Public hearing for Rezoning #5-24: 1313 E. Amelia Street and 1319 N. Owaissa Street from R-1B to R-1C
• Resolution #7-R-24 to rescind No Mow May ordinance language
• Street occupancy permits for Lil Taco (106 S. State Street), Rise Apartments (113 W. Harris Street), and The Boldt Company (College Avenue)
• Non-renewal of alcohol license for Corner Pub at 1123 N Mason Street
• Police Department sole source contract for TimeClock Plus LLC

The Common Council voted to end the No Mow May program and restore the city's long grass ordinance for the entire growing season. The council also approved several high-value infrastructure contracts and updated wheel tax ordinances.

• Rescinded No Mow May program and restored long grass ordinance (13-0)
• Approved $4.84M AWWTP Phase II Belt Filter Press equipment project (Approved)
• Approved $256,000 for endpoint switches (12-0)
• Approved $375,000 contract to SmithGroup for Comprehensive Plan updates (Approved)
• Approved Wheel Tax Ordinances #96-24, #97-24, and #98-24 (13-0)
• Approved $110,904 budget amendment for Public Safety Camera Program (Approved)
• Approved $80,000 contract to NeighborWorks Green Bay for Neighborhood Leadership Academy (Approved)
• Referred Corner Pub alcohol license non-renewal back to Safety and Licensing Committee

Community Development Committee

The Community Development Committee will review a request to extend the purchase date under a development agreement with Merge LLC for a mixed-use project at W. Washington Street and N. Appleton Street. The committee will also approve minutes from the previous meeting and hold a public hearing.

• 60-day extension of purchase date (July 31, 2024) for Merge LLC mixed-use development at W. Washington St & N. Appleton St
• Tax Increment Financing District No. 11 (Tax Id #31-2-0272-00)
• Approval of minutes from July 10, 2024 meeting (24-0934 CDC Minutes)

The Community Development Committee recommended approving a 60-day extension for the purchase date of a mixed-use development project. The project is located at the southeast corner of W. Washington Street and N. Appleton Street.

• Approved minutes from 7-10-24 (4-0)
• Recommended approval of 60-day purchase date extension for Merge LLC mixed-use development (4-0)

Library Board

The Appleton Library Board will review and vote on the July 2024 Budget Amendment. It will also approve the Library Director's mid‑year 2024 performance evaluation. Additional items include a review of the City of Appleton Fall Protection Policy, a building project update, and a county library service planning memo.

• Approve July 2024 Budget Amendment (24-0906)
• Approve Library Director's Mid‑Year 2024 Performance Evaluation (24-0909)
• Review City of Appleton Fall Protection Policy (24-0907)
• Review June 2024 Building Project Update (24-0910)
• Review County Library Service Planning memo (24-0912)

The Library Board approved a series of items via a consent agenda, including the June 2024 bill register and a July 2024 budget amendment. The board also approved the Library Director's mid-year 2024 performance evaluation and the City of Appleton Fall Protection Policy.

• Approved June 18, 2024 meeting minutes (8-0)
• Approved June 2024 Bill Register (8-0)
• Approved July 2024 Budget Amendment (8-0)
• Approved City Of Appleton Fall Protection Policy (8-0)
• Approved Report of the Personnel & Policy Committee (8-0)
• Approved Library Director's Mid-Year 2024 Performance Evaluation (8-0)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission is meeting to review a nomination for a local building to be added to the National Register of Historic Places. The body will also elect its Chair and Vice Chair and establish its meeting schedule.

• Nomination of 'The 222 Building' (Aid Association for Lutherans Building) at 222 West College Avenue to the National Register of Historic Places
• Election of Chair
• Election of Vice Chair
• Setting of meeting date and time
• Designation of contact person

The Historic Preservation Commission approved the nomination of the 222 Building for the National Register of Historic Places. The commission also elected its Chair and Vice Chair and designated a contact person.

• Approved nomination of 'The 222 Building' at 222 West College Avenue to the National Register of Historic Places (3-0)
• Elected Heffernan as Chair (3-0)
• Elected Meissner as Vice Chair (3-0)
• Agreed to maintain meeting time at 3:00 p.m. on the Tuesday preceding the 2nd Council meeting of the month
• Designated Director Kara Homan as the contact person

City Plan Commission

The City Plan Commission will consider the final plat for Lumbini Estates. The commission will also receive information regarding a contract award to SmithGroup for updating city plans.

• Lumbini Estates Final Plat approval request
• Contract award for Appleton's Comprehensive Plan and Sub-Area Plans update to SmithGroup

The City Plan Commission recommended approval of the Lumbini Estates Final Plat, subject to conditions outlined in a staff report. The commission also discussed the awarding of a contract to SmithGroup for updating Appleton's Comprehensive Plan and Sub-Area Plans, but no vote was recorded on this item. Previous meeting minutes were approved.

• Recommended approval of Lumbini Estates Final Plat (6-0)
• Approved minutes from 6-12-24 meeting (6-0)
• Discussed contract award to SmithGroup for Comprehensive Plan update (no vote recorded)

Community Development Committee

The Community Development Committee will consider contract awards for city planning and neighborhood programs. The committee will also review a property purchase amendment and may enter a closed session regarding real estate sales.

• Contract award to SmithGroup for Appleton's Comprehensive Plan and Sub-Area Plans up to $375,000
• Contract award to NeighborWorks Green Bay for the Neighborhood Leadership Academy Program up to $80,000
• Amendment to the Offer to Purchase for 14 acres at E. Vantage Drive and S. Eisenhower Drive
• Public hearing regarding the 2024 Annual Action Plan for the Community Development Block Grant Program

The Community Development Committee recommended approval for two service contracts and a real estate purchase amendment. A public hearing was held regarding the 2024 Annual Action Plan for the CDBG Program, though no public comments were made.

• Recommended approval of contract to SmithGroup for Comprehensive Plan and Sub-Area Plans update up to $375,000 (5-0)
• Recommended approval of contract to NeighborWorks Green Bay for Neighborhood Leadership Academy Program up to $80,000 (5-0)
• Recommended approval of First Amendment to Offer to Purchase from F Street Manager 3, LLC for 14 acres at E. Vantage Drive and S. Eisenhower Drive (5-0)
• Approved minutes from 6-12-24 (5-0)

Safety and Licensing Committee

The committee will consider several alcohol license applications, including a non-renewal for Corner Pub. The agenda also includes temporary premise amendments for various businesses during the Mile of Music event and several license renewals.

• Non-renewal of Class B liquor license for Corner Pub at 1123 N Mason Street
• Alcohol license application for Jechu LLC d/b/a Mr. Frogs at 409 W. College Ave
• Police Department sole source memo for TimeClock Plus LLC contract
• Temporary premise amendments for Spats Food and Spirits, Emmett's Bar & Grill, Wooden Nickel, and Jim's Place
• Tobacco and vaping license renewals for Family Dollar, Circle K, and The Dispensary

The Safety and Licensing Committee recommended the non-renewal of the alcohol license for Corner Pub. The committee also recommended several new and renewal alcohol, tobacco, and business licenses, and approved a sole source contract for the Police Department.

• Recommended non-renewal of Corner Pub alcohol license (3-2)
• Accepted withdrawal of alcohol license application for Mr. Frogs (5-0)
• Recommended approval of TimeClock Plus LLC sole source contract for Police Department (5-0)
• Recommended approval of alcohol licenses for Circle K, Lindo Michoacan, Nanglo Momos And Curry, Gingerootz, and Moon Water Cafe (5-0)
• Recommended approval of temporary premise amendments for Spats Food and Spirits, Emmett's Bar & Grill, Wooden Nickel, and Jim's Place (5-0)
• Recommended approval of tobacco license renewals for Family Dollar, Circle K, and The Dispensary (5-0)
• Recommended approval of renewals for Wild Habitats (Pet Store), Golper Supply Co Inc, and Mach IV Motors LLC (Salvage Dealers) (5-0)
• Recommended approval of temporary beer license for Sacred Heart Parish (5-0)

Human Resources & Information Technology Committee

The Human Resources & Information Technology Committee will review a request to approve endpoint switches at a cost of $256,000. The committee will also receive a recruitment status report through July 3, 2024.

• Request to approve endpoint switches for $256,000
• Recruitment Status Report through 7/3/24

The Human Resources & Information Technology Committee recommended the approval of a request for endpoint switches. The committee also approved the minutes from the June 12, 2024, meeting and received a recruitment status report.

• Recommended approval of $256,000 for endpoint switches (5-0)
• Approved June 12, 2024 meeting minutes (5-0)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will review the 2023 Audit presentation and several action items. Proposed actions include a budget amendment for public safety cameras and contract awards for park pavilion roofs and bridge relocation.

• Presentation of the 2023 Audit and Executive Summary
• Transportation Project Plat and Relocation Order for Olde Oneida Street Bridge over South Mill Race
• Budget amendment of $110,904 for the Public Safety Camera project
• Contract award to Schulze Exteriors, LLC for Park Pavilions Roof Replacement up to $52,775
• Audit agreement for water main relocation related to 2025 I-41/Ballard Road interchange reconstruction

The Finance Committee recommended approval for a public safety camera budget amendment and a park pavilion roof contract. The committee also recommended approval for a bridge project plat and a WisDOT reimbursement agreement.

• Approved June 24, 2024 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Recommended approval of Olde Oneida Street Bridge project plat and relocation order (3-0)
• Recommended approval of audit agreement for WisDOT water main relocation reimbursement (3-0)
• Recommended $110,904 budget amendment for Public Safety Camera Program (3-0)
• Recommended $52,775 contract to Schulze Exteriors, LLC for Park Pavilions Roof Replacement (3-0)

Parks and Recreation Committee

The committee will review the 2024 Parks and Recreation Mid Year Report. The agenda also includes a revenue and expense report for Reid Golf Course from June 2024.

• 2024 Parks and Recreation Mid Year Report
• Reid Golf Course-June 2024 Revenue & Expense Report

The committee approved the minutes from the June 10, 2024 meeting. Members reviewed the 2024 Parks and Recreation Mid Year Report and the June 2024 Revenue & Expense Report for Reid Golf Course.

• Approved June 10, 2024 meeting minutes (5-0)

Safety and Licensing Committee

The Appleton Safety and Licensing Committee will hold a public hearing and review a proposal to non-renew the alcohol license for Corner Pub at 1123 N Mason Street. The committee will also consider new and renewed alcohol, tobacco, and mobile home park license applications for several local businesses and residents. Information items include a status report on alcohol licenses and a list of recent and upcoming special events.

• Public hearing on non-renewal of Corner Pub’s Class B alcohol license at 1123 N Mason Street
• New Class B beer and liquor license applications for Mr. Frogs (409 W. College Ave), Dairyland Brew Pub (1216 E. Wisconsin Ave), and Mondo on the River (425 W. Water St)
• Class A beer and liquor license applications for five Walgreens locations across Appleton
• Class C wine license application for Ukiyo at 207 W. College Ave
• Mobile home park license renewal for Fox Valley Estates at 106 Primrose Lane

The Safety and Licensing Committee voted 3-0 to recommend denial of a Class "B" Beer and Reserve "Class B" Liquor License for Jechu LLC d/b/a Mr. Frogs at 409 W. College Ave, based on criteria in an assistant attorney's memo. The committee also voted 3-0 to hold the non-renewal of the Corner Pub liquor license (1123 N Mason Street) until the July 10, 2024 meeting to allow the agent time to have work inspected by city staff. The committee did not convene into closed session on the Corner Pub matter. The balance of the agenda, including multiple alcohol, tobacco, and mobile home park license applications, was approved by a 3-0 vote.

• Recommended denial of Class "B" Beer and Reserve "Class B" Liquor License for Jechu LLC d/b/a Mr. Frogs, 409 W. College Ave (3-0)
• Held non-renewal of Corner Pub liquor license, 1123 N Mason Street, until 7/10/24 meeting (3-0)
• Did not convene into closed session on the Corner Pub non-renewal deliberation
• Approved balance of agenda including multiple license applications (3-0)
• Approved minutes from 06/12/2024 meeting (3-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:26 p.m. (3-0)

Library Board

The Library Board will review the Library Director's mid-year performance. The meeting also includes discussions on updating the Library Emergency Policy and eliminating a redundant policy.

• 2024 Mid-Year Performance Review for the Library Director
• Recommendation to eliminate a redundant policy
• Updates to the Library Emergency Policy

The Personnel & Policy Committee of the Appleton Library Board met on June 25, 2024, and voted 3-0 to recommend approval of the Library Director's 2024 Mid-Year Performance Evaluation. The committee also voted 3-0 to recommend eliminating the 'Policy Policy' as redundant with other city policies, and voted 3-0 to recommend updates to the Library Emergency Policy. All three items are recommendations to the full Library Board, not final approvals. The committee also met in closed session for about 52 minutes on personnel matters.

• Recommended approval of Library Director's 2024 Mid-Year Performance Evaluation (3-0)
• Recommended eliminating the 'Policy Policy' as redundant with other city policies (3-0)
• Recommended updates to the Library Emergency Policy (3-0)
• Met in closed session under WI Statute 19.85(1)(c) for personnel matters (3-0)
• Adjourned at 9:31am (3-0)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will act on the 2025 Special Assessment Policy, which establishes fees for future city projects. The committee will also vote on awarding a wastewater treatment plant upgrade contract to Staab Construction and approving several change orders for existing construction projects. Additionally, the committee will review budget adjustments for park maintenance donations.

• Approve 2025 Special Assessment Policy
• Award AWWTP Phase II Belt Filter Press Equipment Upgrades to Staab Construction for up to $4,842,119
• Approve Change Order #8 to Staab Construction for AWWTP Phase I upgrades totaling $66,293
• Approve Change Orders #17 and #18 to Miron Construction for the AWWTP Sludge Storage Building Addition totaling $15,343.87
• Approve Change Orders #1 and #2 to Rhode Brothers for AWTF Compressed Air System Improvements totaling $1,256

The Appleton Finance Committee approved the minutes from the June 10, 2024 meeting and recommended several items for approval, including the 2025 Special Assessment Policy and a $4,842,119 project total for AWWTP Phase II Belt Filter Press equipment upgrades. The committee also recommended approval for Change Order #8 to the Staab Construction contract for Phase I upgrades. Several budget adjustments and change orders were presented as information items.

• Approved June 10, 2024 Finance Committee minutes (5-0)
• Recommended approval of the 2025 Special Assessment Policy (5-0)
• Recommended awarding AWWTP Phase II Belt Filter Press Equipment Upgrades Project Base Bid with Alternate Bid to Staab Construction for $4,627,000 with a $215,119 contingency for a total not to exceed $4,842,119 (5-0)
• Recommended approval of Change Order #8 to Staab Construction contract for AWWTP Phase I totaling $66,293, decreasing contingency to $609,245 (5-0)

Municipal Services Committee

The Municipal Services Committee will review several requests for street occupancy permits. The committee is also considering a resolution to rescind the No Mow May ordinance language.

• Permanent street occupancy permit for Rise Apartments, LLC at 113 W. Harris Street
• Extension of street occupancy permit 24-027-T for The Boldt Company's Fox Commons City Center Plaza project
• Street occupancy permit for Lil Taco to place tables and chairs at 106 S. State Street
• Resolution #7-R-24 to rescind the No Mow May ordinance language

The Appleton Municipal Services Committee approved past meeting minutes and recommended several street occupancy permits for approval, including one for Rise Apartments, an extension for The Boldt Company, and one for Lil Taco. The committee also recommended approval of a resolution to rescind the No Mow May ordinance language, with several amendments.

• Approved minutes from June 10, 2024 (5-0)
• Recommended permanent street occupancy permit for Rise Apartments at 113 W. Harris Street (5-2)
• Recommended extension of street occupancy permit for The Boldt Company along College Avenue through August 15, 2024 (5-0)
• Recommended street occupancy permit for Lil Taco at 106 S. State Street (4-1)
• Recommended approval of Resolution #7-R-24 to rescind No Mow May ordinance language as amended (3-2)

Common Council

The Common Council will review several committee reports including municipal services, safety and licensing, and parks and recreation. Key discussions involve roadway design changes for Morrison Street, street occupancy permits, and various business license renewals.

• Rezoning of 841 W. Lawrence Street from C-2 General Commercial to R-2 Two-Family District
• Updated roadway design parameters for 2025 reconstruction of Morrison Street
• Street occupancy permit for Fox Commons City Center Plaza construction on College Avenue
• Sidewalk sale permit for Appleton Downtown Inc. on College Avenue (August 2-4, 2024)
• Fire Department Automatic Aid Agreement with the Village of Fox Crossing Fire Department

The Common Council approved Resolution #5-R-24 increasing the wheel tax, amended to take effect in January 2025, on an 8-7 vote. The council also approved a sustainable pesticide use resolution as amended by substitution, directing that pesticide record keeping be built into the Turf Management Policy, and voted 14-1 to discontinue negotiations with Bird Rides for a 2024 Memorandum of Understanding. Rezoning of 841 W. Lawrence Street from C-2 General Commercial to R-2 Two-Family District was approved, along with a long list of committee action items including contracts, license renewals, and staffing changes.

• Approved Resolution #5-R-24 increasing the wheel tax, amended to take effect January 2025 (8-7)
• Failed amendment to direct staff to find offsetting 2025 budget costs to remove the wheel tax beginning January 2025 (3-11)
• Approved Resolution #4-R-24 Sustainable Use of Pesticides as amended by substitution, adding pesticide record keeping to the Turf Management Policy (15-0, mayor abstained)
• Failed amendment to post the list of pesticides used on the new City website (6-9)
• Approved discontinuing negotiations with Bird Rides for a 2024 Memorandum of Understanding (14-1)
• Approved rezoning 841 W. Lawrence Street from C-2 General Commercial District to R-2 Two-Family District
• Approved award of AWWTP Mix Liquor Channel Blower Replacement Project to Sabel Mechanical, base bid plus alternative $392,100 with 15% contingency, total not to exceed $450,915
• Approved award of 2024 Lutz Park Trail and Shoreline Development Project contract to Vinton Construction Company, $496,345.35 with 20% contingency, total not to exceed $595,614.35

Library Board

The Library Board will review several action items including a budget amendment and brand identity update. The board is also considering a contract for self-checkout equipment and billing coordination with Winnebago County.

• Brand Identity Refresh with Showcase Communications not to exceed $18,000
• Self-Checkout contract award to MK Solutions not to exceed $50,000
• Billing of Winnebago County under Act 420 via OWLS
• June 2024 Budget Amendment
• Trustee re-appointments for J. Brozek, N. Bunnow, and J. Keller

The Library Board approved the May 14, 2024 meeting minutes and passed a consent agenda covering the May 2024 bill register, a June 2024 budget amendment, a brand identity refresh, Winnebago County billing, and a self-checkout contract. The board also received administrative, president, and staff reports before adjourning.

• Approved May 14, 2024 Library Board Meeting Minutes (8-0)
• Placed Action Items 24-0789 through 24-0793 on a Consent Agenda (8-0)
• Approved May 2024 Bill Register (8-0)
• Approved June 2024 Budget Amendment (8-0)
• Approved brand identity refresh with Showcase Communications for up to $18,000 (8-0)
• Approved billing Winnebago County under Act 420 via OWLS (8-0)
• Approved awarding self-checkout contract to MK Solutions for up to $50,000 (8-0)
• Adjourned the meeting at 5:33 pm (7-0)

Historic Preservation Commission

This meeting was cancelled due to a lack of quorum. The agenda included a request to nominate 'The 222 Building' at 222 West College Avenue to the National Register of Historic Places.

• Nomination of 'The 222 Building' (a/k/a 'Aid Association for Lutherans (AAL) Building') at 222 West College Avenue to the National Register of Historic Places

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Appleton Board of Zoning Appeals is reviewing variance requests for residential garage additions at two addresses that do not meet standard zoning setback rules. Property owners are asking permission to build closer to property lines or in front yards than the ordinance allows. Variance decisions determine whether specific homes can deviate from city layout standards, which affects neighborhood consistency and adjacent property boundaries. The meeting also includes routine elections for board leadership.

• Variance request at 924 N. Leminwah St. for an attached garage setback of 1.5 feet instead of the required six feet
• Variance requests at 1006 N. Linwood Dr. for a detached garage placed five feet from the front property line despite zoning prohibitions and a 20-foot requirement
• Election of Board Chair and Vice Chair

The Board of Zoning Appeals approved two variance requests for a detached garage at 1006 N. Linwood Dr. that would sit 5 feet from the front property line, despite a 20-foot front yard setback and a prohibition on front-yard accessory buildings. Two separate requests for an attached garage at 924 N. Leminwah St. failed on 4-1 votes, with McCann abstaining. The board also elected Paul McCann as chair and Scott Engstrom as vice chair.

• Approved front-yard detached garage at 1006 N. Linwood Dr. (4-1, McCann abstained)
• Approved 5-foot front setback for detached garage at 1006 N. Linwood Dr. (4-1, McCann abstained)
• Denied 3-foot side setback for attached garage at 924 N. Leminwah St. (4-1, McCann abstained)
• Denied 1.5-foot side setback for attached garage at 924 N. Leminwah St. (4-1, McCann abstained)
• Elected Paul McCann as chair (4-1, McCann abstained)
• Elected Scott Engstrom as vice chair (4-1, Engstrom abstained)
• Approved May 20, 2024 minutes as amended (5-0)

Board of Health

The Board of Health will elect a Chair and Vice Chair during this meeting. Action items also include setting the board's meeting time and reviewing the N204 Tuberculosis Screening policy.

• Election of Board of Health Chair
• Election of Board of Health Vice Chair
• Policy Review: N204 Tuberculosis Screening
• Setting Board of Health Meeting Place and Time
• Designation of Board of Health Contact Person

The Board of Health elected its Chair and Vice-Chair and established a monthly meeting schedule. The board also recommended approval of the N204 Tuberculosis Screening policy.

• Elected Cathy Spears as Board of Health Chair (7-1)
• Elected Dr. Vogel as Board of Health Vice-Chair (7-1)
• Set meetings for the second Wednesday of each month at 7:00am (8-0)
• Designated Charles Sepers as Board of Health contact person (8-0)
• Recommended approval of Policy N204 Tuberculosis Screening (8-0)
• Approved April 10th, 2024 meeting minutes (7-1)

City Plan Commission

The City Plan Commission will consider a rezoning request for properties on East Amelia Street and North Owaissa Street. The commission will also review a wetland restriction modification for North Edgewood Estates 3 and a resolution regarding the Appleton (Fox Cities) MPO Policy Board structure.

• Rezoning #5-24: 1313 East Amelia Street and 1319 North Owaissa Street from R-1B to R-1C
• Wetland restriction modification for Lots 90 - 97 of North Edgewood Estates 3
• Resolution #2024-03: New Appleton (Fox Cities) MPO Policy Board Structure and Re-designation Agreement

The Appleton City Plan Commission unanimously recommended approval for three items: a rezoning for parcels at 1313 East Amelia Street and 1319 North Owaissa Street, a wetland restriction modification for North Edgewood Estates 3, and a new Metropolitan Planning Organization policy board structure. All motions passed with a 7-0 vote. The rezoning item will proceed to the full City Council on July 17, 2024.

• Recommended approval of Rezoning #5-24 for 1313 E. Amelia St. and 1319 N. Owaissa St. from R-1B to R-1C (7-0)
• Recommended approval of wetland restriction modification for Lots 90-97 of North Edgewood Estates 3 (7-0)
• Recommended approval of Resolution #2024-03 supporting new Appleton (Fox Cities) MPO Policy Board structure (7-0)
• Approved minutes from May 22, 2024 meeting (7-0)

Community Development Committee

The Committee will review the 2023 Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report for the Community Development Block Grant program. Members will also consider revised grant allocations and a requested covenant waiver for Southpoint Commerce Park.

• Approval of the 2023 CDBG Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report
• Approval of revised 2024-2025PY Community Development Block Grant allocations
• Waiver request for Southpoint Commerce Park at 3351 S. Eisenhower Drive regarding maximum lot coverage
• Election of Vice Chair

The Community Development Committee recommended approval for the 2023 CDBG performance report and revised 2024-2025 CDBG allocations. The committee also recommended a lot coverage waiver for Southpoint Commerce Park and elected a Vice Chair.

• Approved minutes from 5-1-24 (5-0)
• Recommended approval of 2023 Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report for CDBG Program (5-0)
• Recommended approval of revised 2024-2025PY CDBG allocations (5-0)
• Recommended approval of lot coverage waiver over 70% at 3351 S. Eisenhower Drive (5-0)
• Elected Jones as Vice Chair (5-0)

Human Resources & Information Technology Committee

The Human Resources & Information Technology Committee will review several personnel requests including additions to the Police Department and Public Health. The agenda also includes a request for a $43,571 metafile conversion and information regarding Valley Transit service modifications.

• Request to approve Metafile Conversion for $43,571
• Request to add 1.0 FTE Environmental Health Technician Position
• Request to increase Public Health Nursing FTE from 4.0 to 4.1
• Police Department Table of Organization modification and addition of Police Officer position
• Valley Transit Service Modifications

The Human Resources & Information Technology Committee recommended approval of four items: a $43,571 Metafile conversion, adding 1.0 FTE Environmental Health Technician, increasing Public Health Nursing FTE from 4.0 to 4.1, and a Police Department table of organization modification adding a police officer position. Each recommendation passed 5-0. A resolution on environmental education was held indefinitely, and several information items were received and filed.

• Recommended approval of Metafile conversion for $43,571 (5-0)
• Recommended approval to add 1.0 FTE Environmental Health Technician position (5-0)
• Recommended approval to increase Public Health Nursing FTE from 4.0 to 4.1 (5-0)
• Recommended approval of Police Department Table of Organization modification and addition of Police Officer position (5-0)
• Held indefinitely Resolution #3-R-24 Environmental Education (5-0)
• Approved minutes from 5/15/24 meeting (5-0)
• Received and filed Valley Transit Service Modifications presentation
• Received and filed HR Director Report, Vehicle Usage Policy Update, and Recruitment Status Report through 6/5/24

Safety and Licensing Committee

The Safety and Licensing Committee is reviewing several license renewals and new applications for businesses in Appleton. Items include alcohol and tobacco renewals, taxicab company licenses, pet store renewals, and temporary event permits.

• Alcohol and cigarette/tobacco/vapor product license renewals
• Fire Department Automatic Aid Agreement with the Village of Fox Crossing Fire Department
• Class B beer and liquor license applications for Bazil's Pub & Provisions, No Idea Bar, and Olde Town Tavern at 109 and 107 W College Ave
• Temporary Class B beer/liquor permits for Mile of Music events at Rookies Sports Bar & Grill and Houdini Plaza
• Taxicab company license applications for Z's Overflow LLC and Dynasty Limousine Service LLC

The Safety and Licensing Committee recommended approval of a Fire Department Automatic Aid Agreement with the Village of Fox Crossing Fire Department, and recommended approval of late 2024-2025 alcohol, cigarette, tobacco and vapor product license renewals. It also recommended approval of a batch of license applications and renewals, including three Mauthe Ventures LLC liquor licenses at 107-109 W College Ave, a temporary premises amendment for Rookies Sports Bar & Grill for Mile of Music, two taxicab licenses, two pet store renewals, a salvage dealer renewal, and three temporary beer/wine licenses for summer events. All votes were 5-0. A Police Department table of organization modification request and special events were listed as information items only, with no action recorded.

• Recommended approval of Fire Department Automatic Aid Agreement with Village of Fox Crossing Fire Department (5-0)
• Recommended approval of 2024-2025 late alcohol license renewal applications, contingent on all-department approval by 12:00 p.m. June 28, 2024 (5-0)
• Recommended approval of 2024-2025 late cigarette, tobacco and vapor product license renewals (5-0)
• Recommended approval of Class 'B' Beer and 'Class B' Liquor license for Mauthe Ventures LLC d/b/a Bazil's Pub & Provisions, 109 W College Ave, contingent on Health department approval
• Recommended approval of Class 'B' Beer and 'Class B' Liquor license for Mauthe Ventures LLC d/b/a No Idea Bar, 109 W College Ave, contingent on Health department approval
• Recommended approval of Class 'B' Beer and Reserve 'Class B' Liquor license for Mauthe Ventures LLC d/b/a Olde Town Tavern, 107 W College Ave, contingent on Health department approval
• Recommended approval of temporary premises amendment for S C Carrow Corp d/b/a Rookies Sports Bar & Grill, 325 N. Appleton St, 11 a.m. to 2 a.m. August 1-4, 2024 for Mile of Music, contingent on Health department approval
• Recommended approval of taxicab company license for Z's Overflow LLC d/b/a Phoenix Transportation and renewal for Dynasty Limousine Service LLC

Fox Cities Transit Commission

The Commission will review a resolution regarding the new Appleton (Fox Cities) MPO Policy Board structure. Additionally, members will consider proposed changes to Valley Transit evening and Saturday service.

• Resolution No. 2024-03: New Appleton (Fox Cities) MPO Policy Board structure
• Proposed Valley Transit evening and Saturday service modifications

The Fox Cities Transit Commission approved proposed modifications to Valley Transit evening and Saturday service schedules. The commission also recommended approval of a new policy board structure for the Appleton (Fox Cities) Metropolitan Planning Organization. An attempt to amend the transit service hours to 6 AM - 6 PM failed due to lack of a second.

• Approved Valley Transit Evening & Saturday Service Modifications (9-1)
• Recommended approval of Resolution No. 2024-03 for new MPO Policy Board structure (Voice Vote)
• Approved minutes from May 21, 2024 meeting (Voice Vote)
• Motion to amend transit service hours failed (no second)

Utilities Committee

The committee is reviewing the 2023 Electronic Compliance Maintenance Annual Report for the city's sewer and wastewater systems. Action items include adopting revised stormwater pond agreements and amending a stormwater management contract.

• Approval of the 2023 Electronic Compliance Maintenance Annual Report (eCMAR)
• Adoption of proposed revised agreements for stormwater ponds at Memorial Park and Reid Golf Course
• Amendment of the 2024A Stormwater Management Plan Review contract with Brown and Caldwell by $25,000 to a total not to exceed $75,000
• Additional equipment purchase of $3,359.00 for the Turbidimeter Replacement Project at the Water Filtration Plant

The committee recommended several items for Common Council approval, including a contract increase for stormwater plan reviews and revised pond agreements. The committee also recommended approval of the 2023 Electronic Compliance Maintenance Annual Report.

• Recommended approval of 2023 Electronic Compliance Maintenance Annual Report (3-0)
• Recommended approval of revised Stormwater Pond agreements for Memorial Park and Reid Golf Course (3-0)
• Recommended $25,000 increase to Brown and Caldwell Stormwater Management Plan Review contract, totaling $75,000 (3-0)
• Approved May 21, 2024 meeting minutes (3-0)

Parks and Recreation Committee

The committee will consider several action items including a resolution regarding sustainable pesticide use and an amendment to the Houdini Plaza lease. Members will also review proposed revised agreements for stormwater ponds at Memorial Park and Reid Golf Course.

• Resolution #4-R-24 Sustainable Use of Pesticides
• Amendment to the Houdini Plaza Lease Agreement
• Revised agreements for Stormwater Ponds at Memorial Park and Reid Golf Course
• Resolution #2024-02 for the Wisconsin DNR IRA Urban Forestry Grant
• Updated Park Pavilions and Special Areas Policy

The committee recommended approval for a Wisconsin DNR IRA Urban Forestry Grant and updated policies for park pavilions. It also recommended an amendment to the Houdini Plaza lease and stormwater pond agreements. A resolution on pesticide use was amended to require the Parks & Recreation Department to report on chemical pesticide purchases and usage by the end of summer.

• Recommended approval of amended Resolution #4-R-24 for pesticide reporting (5-0)
• Recommended approval of Houdini Plaza Lease Agreement amendment (4-0)
• Recommended approval of revised stormwater pond agreements for Memorial Park and Reid Golf Course (4-0)
• Recommended approval of Resolution #2024-02 for Wisconsin DNR IRA Urban Forestry Grant (5-0)
• Recommended approval of updated Park Pavilions and Special Areas Policy (5-0)
• Approved May 20, 2024 meeting minutes (5-0)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will review several action items including infrastructure contracts and a police department request. Items include funding for Lutz Park development and equipment replacement at the AWWTP.

• Police Department mural request for 222 S. Walnut Street
• Safe Drinking Water Loan application and reimbursement resolution
• AWWTP Mix Liquor Channel Blower Replacement project up to $450,915
• Lutz Park Trail and Shoreline Development contract up to $595,614.35
• Final payment of $21,593.75 for Phosphoric Acid System Addition

The Finance Committee recommended approval for a police department mural and a Safe Drinking Water Loan. The committee also recommended awarding contracts for wastewater treatment blower replacement and park shoreline development.

• Recommended approval for Appleton Police Department mural at 222 S. Walnut Street (5-0)
• Recommended approval to apply for a Safe Drinking Water Loan (5-0)
• Recommended $450,915 contract for AWWTP Mix Liquor Channel Blower Replacement to Sabel Mechanical (5-0)
• Recommended $595,614.35 contract for 2024 Lutz Park Trail and Shoreline Development to Vinton Construction Company (5-0)
• Approved May 20, 2024 meeting minutes (5-0)

Municipal Services Committee

The Municipal Services Committee is considering updated roadway designs for Morrison Street and several street occupancy permits. The agenda also includes a proposed ordinance regarding electric scooters and resolutions related to pesticide use and the 'No Mow May' ordinance.

• Updated design parameters for Morrison Street reconstruction from Glendale Avenue to Pershing Street
• Street occupancy permit for Fox Commons City Center Plaza construction on College Avenue
• Sidewalk sale permit for Appleton Downtown Inc. on College Avenue (August 2-4, 2024)
• Street occupancy permits for Jack’s Apple Pub at 535 W. College Avenue
• Ordinance to prohibit short-term rental of electric scooters to the general public

The Municipal Services Committee voted 5-0 to direct staff to discontinue negotiations with Bird Scooter (or any other commercial short-term scooter rental company) for 2024, and voted 5-0 to recommend an ordinance prohibiting short-term rental of electric scooters to the general public. It also recommended approval of updated design parameters for the 2025 Morrison Street reconstruction, eliminating previously approved curb extensions at Marquette Street. Several street occupancy permits were recommended for approval, while the Lil Taco tables-and-chairs permit and two resolutions (Sustainable Use of Pesticides and rescinding No Mow May) were held to the next meeting.

• Directed staff to discontinue 2024 negotiations with Bird Scooter or any other commercial short-term scooter rental company (5-0)
• Recommended an ordinance prohibiting short-term rental of electric scooters to the general public (5-0)
• Recommended updated roadway design parameters for 2025 Morrison Street reconstruction, eliminating previously approved curb extensions at Marquette Street (5-0)
• Recommended a street occupancy permit for J.H. Findorff & Son Inc for Fox Commons City Center Plaza material loading, partial College Avenue closure Mondays and Wednesdays July 1–November 15, 2024 (5-0)
• Recommended a street occupancy permit for Appleton Downtown Inc.'s Sidewalk Sale August 2–4, 2024, 10:00am–6:00pm on the College Avenue beautification strip from 900 W. College Avenue to 300 E. College Avenue (5-0)
• Held the Lil Taco street occupancy permit request for tables and chairs at 106 S. State Street to the next scheduled meeting (5-0)
• Recommended permanent street occupancy permits for brick veneer and an awning at Jack's Apple Pub, 535 W. College Avenue, plus a temporary sidewalk closure permit for façade improvement (5-0 each)
• Held Resolution #4-R-24 Sustainable Use of Pesticides and Resolution #7-R-24 to rescind the No Mow May ordinance language to the next scheduled meeting (4-1 each, Doran nay)

Common Council

The Common Council will review several committee recommendations including land rezoning for Emerald Valley Estates, street occupancy permits, and liquor license applications. The agenda also includes budget amendments, ARPA grant awards, and a pavement marking maintenance contract.

• Rezoning of Emerald Valley Estates 8th Addition from Agricultural to Single-Family District
• Pavement Marking Maintenance Contract award to Century Traffic, Inc. up to $178,195.90
• Contract amendment for H-23 Lightning Drive Extension Phase 1 totaling $1,622,361.12
• ARPA non-profit grant awards including $750,000 for First 5 Fox Valley
• Special Use Permits for a coffeehouse bar at 823 West College Avenue and a wholesale facility at 1800 West College Avenue

The Common Council approved $1.75 million in ARPA non-profit grant awards (11-2) and held a resolution to increase the wheel tax until its June 19 meeting (10-3). It also approved a Responsible Bidder Policy resolution (12-1), a special use permit for a wholesale facility at 1800 West College Avenue (13-0), and a rezoning for the 8th Addition to Emerald Valley. Most other items on the consent agenda, including license renewals and committee recommendations, were approved without substantive debate.

• Approved $1.75M in ARPA non-profit grant awards (11-2)
• Held wheel tax increase resolution #5-R-24 until June 19 meeting (10-3)
• Approved Resolution #6-R-24 establishing a Responsible Bidder Policy (12-1)
• Approved Special Use Permit #3-24 for wholesale facility at 1800 West College Avenue (13-0)
• Approved Rezoning #3-24 for 8th Addition to Emerald Valley from AG to R-1B
• Approved 8th, 9th and 10th Additions to Emerald Valley Preliminary Plat
• Approved Special Use Permit #2-24 for bar/cocktail lounge at 823 West College Avenue
• Approved 2024-2025 alcohol license renewals contingent on department approval by June 28, 2024

Appleton Public Arts Committee

The committee will consider a request from the Appleton Police Department to paint a mural on an east-facing concrete wall. The project is located between the lower garage and upper parking deck at 222 S. Walnut Street.

• Police Department mural request for 222 S. Walnut Street

The Appleton Public Arts Committee approved a request from the Appleton Police Department to paint a mural on a concrete wall at 222 S. Walnut Street. The motion passed with a 5-0 vote, with two members excused. No public participation occurred during the meeting.

• Approved minutes from May 8, 2024 meeting (5-0)
• Approved Appleton Police Department mural proposal at 222 S. Walnut Street (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:14 a.m. (5-0)

Board of Review

The Board of Review will elect leadership, review the 2024 assessment roll, and perform statutory duties. The board will hear testimony from scheduled objectors, including a hearing for 3609 S Barker Lane.

• Election of Chairperson and Vice Chairperson
• Review of 2024 Assessment Roll, Omitted Roll, and Correction of Error Roll
• Hearing for Michael Muoio regarding 3609 S Barker Lane (Parcel# 31-9-2963-00)

The City of Appleton Board of Review met on June 5, 2024, elected Kyle Lobner as Chairperson and Ald. Hartzheim as Vice Chairperson, and approved minutes from the October 4, 2023 meeting. The board approved two omitted personal property items: Wells Fargo at $36,000 and Matthew Misco Insurance at $8,200. The board heard one objection and voted 8-0 to sustain the assessor's valuation of $698,500 for 3609 S Barker Lane. No waiver requests or telephone/written testimony requests were filed, and the meeting adjourned at 11:53 a.m.

• Elected Kyle Lobner as Chairperson (8-0)
• Elected Ald. Hartzheim as Vice Chairperson (8-0)
• Approved minutes from October 4, 2023 meeting (8-0)
• Approved omitted personal property: Wells Fargo $36,000 and Matthew Misco Insurance $8,200 (8-0)
• Sustained assessor's valuation of $698,500 for 3609 S Barker Lane (8-0)
• Adjourned 2024 Board of Review at 11:53 a.m. (8-0)

Fox Cities Transit Commission

The Fox Cities Transit Commission is hosting a public hearing for Valley Transit to discuss proposed changes to transit services. This meeting is not a formal commission meeting and no official action will be taken by the body.

• Public Hearing for Service Changes (24-0695)

The Fox Cities Transit Commission convened a public hearing on June 4, 2024, to discuss proposed service changes for Valley Transit. No formal commission actions or decisions were recorded during this session.

• Held public hearing on proposed service changes (no vote taken)

Safety and Licensing Committee

The Safety and Licensing Committee is reviewing several liquor license applications, agent changes, and license renewals. The meeting also includes public hearings regarding demerit point violations for various businesses.

• Demerit point violation appearances for Walmart, Oneida BP, Quinto Sol, SG Petroleums, and Courtyard Marriott
• 2024-2025 Alcohol License Renewal applications
• Class A liquor license applications for Kensington MotoMart, Ballard MotoMart, Badger MotoMart, and Appleton MotoMart
• Class C wine license application for Ivory Rose Bridal Boutique Inc. at 103 E. College Ave.
• Class B beer and liquor agent changes for Target, Angels Restaurant, Apollon, Lawrence University (Viking Room), and Appleton Beer Factory

The Safety and Licensing Committee approved minutes from its May 8, 2024 meeting and then approved the balance of its agenda, which included recommending the 2024-2025 alcohol license renewals and several liquor, beer, wine, tobacco, pet store, and taxicab license applications. All votes were unanimous (5-0) with members Croatt, Siebers, Doran, Fenton, and Schultz present. The committee also held demerit point violation appearances for Walmart, Oneida BP, Quinto Sol, SG Petroleums, and Courtyard Marriott; agents appeared for Walmart, Quinto Sol, and Courtyard Marriott, while no representatives appeared for Oneida BP or SG Petroleums. No decisions on the demerit point matters are recorded in the minutes.

• Approved minutes from the 05/08/2024 Safety & Licensing Committee meeting (5-0)
• Approved the balance of the agenda (5-0)
• Recommended approval of 2024-2025 alcohol license renewal applications, contingent on all departments by June 28, 2024
• Recommended approval of Class A liquor license for FKG Oil Company d/b/a Kensington MotoMart, 320 S. Kensington Dr.
• Recommended approval of Class A liquor license for FKG Oil Company d/b/a Ballard MotoMart, 2838 N. Ballard Rd.
• Recommended approval of Class A liquor license for FKG Oil Company d/b/a Badger MotoMart, 1850 W. Wisconsin Ave.
• Recommended approval of Class A liquor license for FKG Oil Company d/b/a Appleton MotoMart, 3400 E. Calumet St.
• Recommended approval of Class C wine license for Ivory Rose Bridal Boutique Inc., 103 E. College Ave, Suite 103

City Plan Commission

The City Plan Commission will hold public hearings and vote on three land-use requests. These include two special use permits for businesses at 823 and 1800 West College Avenue, and a rezoning that would change a parcel at 841 West Lawrence Street from general commercial to two-family residential. Any commission approvals will require a two-thirds vote by the Common Council.

• Special Use Permit #2-24 for a bar and coffeehouse at 823 West College Avenue
• Special Use Permit #3-24 for a wholesale facility at 1800 West College Avenue
• Rezoning #4-24 changing property at 841 West Lawrence Street from C-2 General Commercial to R-2 Two-Family District

The City Plan Commission recommended approval of three items: a special use permit for a bar/cocktail lounge with alcohol sales tied to a coffeehouse at 823 West College Avenue, a special use permit for a wholesale facility at 1800 West College Avenue, and a rezoning of 841 West Lawrence Street from C-2 General Commercial to R-2 Two-Family District. Each recommendation passed 6-0, with Commissioner Uitenbroek excused. The rezoning proceeds to the Common Council on June 19, 2024, and the two special use permits require a 2/3 vote of the Common Council for approval. Public hearings were held on all three items and no one spoke.

• Recommended approval of Special Use Permit #2-24 for a bar/cocktail lounge with alcohol sales at 823 West College Avenue (6-0)
• Recommended approval of Special Use Permit #3-24 for a wholesale facility at 1800 West College Avenue (6-0)
• Recommended approval of Rezoning #4-24 at 841 West Lawrence Street from C-2 General Commercial to R-2 Two-Family District (6-0)
• Approved minutes from the 5-8-24 meeting (6-0)
• Adjourned at 3:39 p.m. (6-0)

Utilities Committee

The Utilities Committee will review a request for sanitary and storm sewer cleaning services and design modeling support. The meeting includes action items regarding service contracts and software training.

• Single source contract with Brown & Caldwell for Badger Ave Design and Modeling Support not to exceed $41,400
• Award of Unit F-24 Sanitary & Storm Sewer Cleaning and Televising to Green Bay Pipe & TV, LLC not to exceed $250,000

The committee recommended approval for two service contracts. These include funding for sewer cleaning and televising and design support for Badger Avenue.

• Recommended approval of single source contract with Brown & Caldwell for Badger Ave design and modeling support and DPW staff software training, not to exceed $41,400 (5-0)
• Recommended approval of Unit F-24 Sanitary & Storm Sewer Cleaning and Televising contract to Green Bay Pipe & TV, LLC, not to exceed $250,000 (5-0)
• Approved May 7, 2024 meeting minutes (5-0)

Fox Cities Transit Commission

The commission will review April 2024 financial and ridership reports. The agenda includes a discussion of proposed modifications to Valley Transit's evening and Saturday service. Members will also receive updates on American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding.

• Proposed Valley Transit evening and Saturday service modifications
• Approval of April 2024 payments
• Review of April 2024 financial report
• Review of April 2024 ridership report
• American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding update

The Fox Cities Transit Commission approved the minutes of its April 23, 2024 meeting and approved April 2024 payments, both by voice vote. The commission received financial and ridership reports and discussed ARPA funding, a TMI award, and proposed Valley Transit evening and Saturday service modifications, but took no action on those items. The meeting adjourned unanimously. The June 25, 2024 meeting was listed as cancelled.

• Approved minutes of the April 23, 2024 meeting (voice vote, motion carried)
• Approved April 2024 payments (voice vote, motion carried)
• Adjourned the meeting (unanimous)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee is reviewing several action items including ARPA non-profit grant recommendations and budget amendments for Fire and Police funds. The committee will also consider a contract amendment for the H-23 Lightning Drive Extension Phase 1 project.

• Resolution #5-R-24 to increase the Wheel Tax
• Resolution #6-R-24 establishing a Responsible Bidder Policy ordinance
• Contract amendment for H-23 Lightning Drive Extension Phase 1 increasing total contract to $1,622,361.12
• Budget amendments for Fire and Police via Theodore Lang Trust donation of $17,651.09 each
• ARPA non-profit grant recommendations including $750,000 for First 5 Fox Valley

The Finance Committee recommended approval of $1,750,000 in ARPA non-profit grant awards across mental health, violence prevention, early childhood, and family support programs. It recommended denial of a resolution to increase the wheel tax. The committee also advanced a responsible bidder ordinance, a contract amendment for the Lightning Drive Extension, and 2024 budget amendments for Fire and Police donations. All items now go to the full Common Council for final action.

• Recommended approval of $1.75M in ARPA non-profit grants (4-1, Hartzheim nay)
• Recommended denial of Resolution #5-R-24 increasing the wheel tax (3-2)
• Recommended approval of Resolution #6-R-24 establishing a Responsible Bidder Policy (5-0)
• Recommended approval of CEA Review Committee Report (5-0)
• Recommended approval of Contract Amendment and Change Order No. 1 for H-23 Lightning Drive Extension Phase 1, increasing contract to $1,622,361.12 (5-0)
• Recommended approval of 2024 budget amendments for Fire and Police donations of $17,651.09 each (5-0)
• Approved minutes from the 05/06/24 Finance Committee meeting (5-0)

Parks and Recreation Committee

The Parks and Recreation Committee will consider adopting a revised rental and fee policy for the Scheig Center and Gardens. The committee will also review the May 2024 revenue and expense report for Reid Golf Course.

• Adoption of Revised Scheig Center and Gardens Rental and Fee Policy
• Review of Reid Golf Course May 2024 Revenue & Expense Report

The Parks and Recreation Committee recommended the adoption of a revised rental and fee policy for the Scheig Center and Gardens. The committee also approved the minutes from the May 1, 2024 meeting and reviewed a revenue and expense report for the Reid Golf Course.

• Recommended approval of Proposed Revised Scheig Center and Gardens Rental and Fee Policy (4-1)
• Approved May 1, 2024 meeting minutes (5-0)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board will consider three requests for variances from existing zoning ordinances. These items involve building distances from property lines and limitations on wall sign sizes.

• Accessory building setback request at 98 Estherbrook Ct.
• Garage addition setback request at 924 N. Leminwah St.
• Wall sign size variance for 10 E. College Ave.

The Board approved two zoning variance requests for an accessory building and wall signs. One request for a garage addition was held until the June 17th meeting.

• Approved accessory building at 98 Estherbrook Ct. (5-0)
• Approved wall signs at 10 E. College Ave. (5-0)
• Held garage addition request at 924 N. Leminwah St. until June 17th
• Approved December 18, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)

Municipal Services Committee

The committee will consider several street occupancy requests for the Trout Museum of Art and Commodore Club. Action items also include a mural proposal at 134 S. Superior Street and a pavement marking contract award.

• Street occupancy permit for Trout Museum of Art overhang on College Avenue
• Mural request by Neo Medina and Trout Museum of Art at 134 S. Superior Street
• Street occupancy permit for Commodore Club tables and chairs at 231 E. College Avenue
• Pavement marking maintenance contract award to Century Traffic, Inc. up to $178,195.90
• Proposed parking change on Second Street (2500W) following a six-month evaluation

The Municipal Services Committee unanimously recommended approval of five action items, including street occupancy permits for the Trout Museum of Art and Commodore Club, a mural at the Red Ramp, a pavement marking contract, and a parking change on Second Street. All recommendations passed with 5-0 votes.

• Recommended approval of Trout Museum street occupancy permit for overhang (5-0)
• Recommended approval of mural at Red Ramp, 134 S. Superior Street (5-0)
• Recommended approval of Commodore Club street occupancy permit for tables/chairs (5-0)
• Recommended approval of Unit P-24 Pavement Marking Contract to Century Traffic, Inc. for up to $178,195.90 (5-0)
• Recommended approval of proposed parking change on Second Street (2500W) (5-0)
• Approved minutes from May 6, 2024 meeting (5-0)

Common Council

The Appleton Common Council will consider several committee recommendations covering water infrastructure, parking policy, and public safety contracts. The most significant action is approving a $611,302 state loan with 100 percent principal forgiveness to replace private lead service lines, which directly impacts residential drinking water safety. The council will also review revisions to downtown meter bag fees, approve automatic aid agreements for fire response with neighboring municipalities, and vote on ordinance changes for multiple local construction projects.

• Approve $611,302 Safe Drinking Water Loan Program funding for private lead service line replacements
• Amend 2024 Budget to record acceptance of water utility funding and award McMahon up to $29,700 for water treatment facility rehabilitation
• Revise Downtown Appleton Parking and Meter Bag Policy
• Approve automatic aid agreements with Little Chute, Kimberly, and Grand Chute fire departments for structure fire response
• Vote on ordinance changes for the Rise Apartment Project, Linwood Avenue reconstruction, and Sweetwater Way development

The Common Council rejected two versions of a resolution to allow alternate side street parking. The council approved several infrastructure ordinance changes, liquor licenses, and a $611,302 grant for lead service replacements.

• Denied alternate side street parking program amendment (5-7)
• Denied overnight parking resolution #11-R-23 (4-8)
• Approved $611,302 Safe Drinking Water Loan Program award for lead service replacements
• Approved $90,000 sole source award to Badger Meter Syrinix for leak monitoring
• Approved $29,700 sole source contract to McMahon for CO2 system rehabilitation
• Approved automatic aid agreements with Little Chute, Kimberly, and Grand Chute fire departments
• Approved liquor licenses for Ellinor and a temporary permit for Hank & Karen's
• Approved street occupancy permit extension for Fox Commons City Center Plaza

Human Resources & Information Technology Committee

The Human Resources & Information Technology Committee will consider a request for a Syntech Fuelmaster upgrade and a change to the Department of Public Works administration table of organization. The meeting also includes information regarding interpreter policy updates and recruitment status.

• Syntech Fuelmaster Upgrade request
• DPW Administration Table of Organization change request
• 2024 Interpreter Policy Update
• Recruitment Status Report through 5/9/24

The Human Resources & Information Technology Committee recommended approval for a Syntech Fuelmaster upgrade and changes to the DPW Administration Table of Organization. The committee also received reports on the 2024 Interpreter Policy and recruitment status.

• Recommended approval of Syntech Fuelmaster Upgrade (3-0)
• Recommended approval of DPW Administration Table of Organization change (3-0)
• Approved minutes from 4/24/24 meeting (3-0)

Library Board

The Library Board will review the April 2024 bill register and financial cash flow. The agenda includes an appointment of a nominating committee and updates on building projects and hiring processes.

• Review of April 2024 Bill Register
• Appointment of Library Board Nominating Committee
• Updated COA Vehicle Usage Policy
• Building Project Update
• 1st Quarter 2024 Statistics review

The Library Board approved a consent agenda containing four action items. These included financial reports, a committee appointment, and an updated vehicle usage policy.

• Approved April 2024 Bill Register (9-0)
• Approved May 2024 E-rate Expense Memo (9-0)
• Approved Appointment of Library Board Nominating Committee (9-0)
• Approved updated COA Vehicle Usage Policy (9-0)
• Approved April 16, 2024 Meeting Minutes (9-0)

Safety and Licensing Committee

The Safety and Licensing Committee will consider several license applications for alcohol and electronic vaping devices. The meeting also includes public hearings regarding demerit point violations and a proposed automatic aid agreement between the Fire Department and the Village of Little Chute.

• Automatic Aid Agreement between City of Appleton Fire Department and Village of Little Chute
• Demerit Point Violation Appearances for Walmart, Valley Mobil, Northland Ave Citgo, and Aldi Kensington
• Class B Liquor license application for Alpine Swift d/b/a Ellinor at 1016 E Pacific St.
• Temporary Class B Beer and Wine licenses for St. Joseph Parish at 404 W. Lawrence St.
• Electronic Vaping Device Retail License application for D8D By H4H LLC d/b/a The Dispensary at 3020 E. College Ave Suite F.

The Safety and Licensing Committee unanimously recommended approval of an automatic aid agreement between the Appleton Fire Department and the Village of Little Chute for structure fire response. The committee also recommended approval for several liquor licenses, including a Class B license for Ellinor and temporary licenses for St. Joseph Parish events. A demerit point violation hearing for Walmart was postponed to the next scheduled meeting, while representatives from Valley Mobil, Northland Ave Citgo, and Aldi Kensington appeared or were noted as absent.

• Recommended approval of Fire Department Automatic Aid Agreement with Little Chute (5-0)
• Recommended approval of Class B Liquor license for Ellinor at 1016 E Pacific St.
• Recommended approval of temporary liquor license for Hank & Karen's for Memorial Stock Car Event
• Recommended approval of Electronic Vaping Device Retail License for The Dispensary
• Recommended approval of two temporary beer/wine licenses for St. Joseph Parish events
• Postponed Demerit Point Violation Appearance for Walmart to next meeting
• Approved previous meeting minutes (5-0)

Appleton Redevelopment Authority

The Appleton Redevelopment Authority will elect a Chair and Vice Chair and set future meeting schedules. The board will also receive updates regarding the Mayor's Taskforce on Housing Development Policy and 222 N. Oneida Street. One appointment to the ARA Exhibition Center Advisory Committee is up for approval.

• Appointment to the ARA Exhibition Center Advisory Committee
• Election of Chair and Vice Chair
• Update on Mayor's Taskforce on Housing Development Policy
• Update on 222 N. Oneida Street

The Appleton Redevelopment Authority held its May 8, 2024 meeting, where members elected Downs as Chair and Van Dyke as Vice Chair. The board also approved Jeff Nooyen’s appointment to the Exhibition Center Advisory Committee and designated Kara Homan as the contact person. Updates on housing policy and the 222 N. Oneida Street project were presented for discussion but no new actions were taken on them.

• Approved minutes from March 13, 2024 (4-0-1)
• Approved Jeff Nooyen as Community Member on Exhibition Center Advisory Committee (4-0-1)
• Elected Downs as Chair (5-0-2)
• Elected Van Dyke as Vice Chair (5-0-2)
• Agreed to keep meeting time at 9:00 a.m. on 2nd Wednesdays
• Designated Kara Homan as contact person
• Adjourned meeting at 9:24 a.m. (5-0-2)

City Plan Commission

The City Plan Commission will consider rezoning land near Providence Avenue and Aquamarine Avenue from Agricultural to Single-Family District. The commission will also review the preliminary plat for the 8th, 9th, and 10th Additions to Emerald Valley.

• Rezoning #3-24: West of Providence Avenue/Aquamarine Avenue to R-1B Single-Family District
• Preliminary Plat approval for the 8th, 9th, and 10th Additions to Emerald Valley
• Welcome new appointment Richard Carpenter to the City Plan Commission

The City Plan Commission recommended approval of Rezoning #3-24, changing land west of Providence Avenue and Aquamarine Avenue and north of Jasper Lane from AG Agricultural District to R-1B Single-Family District. The Commission also recommended approval of the 8th, 9th and 10th Additions to Emerald Valley Preliminary Plat, subject to conditions in the staff report. Both items proceed to the Common Council on June 5, 2024. A public hearing was held with no one speaking, and the Commission approved minutes from its April 24, 2024 meeting.

• Recommended approval of Rezoning #3-24 from AG Agricultural to R-1B Single-Family (6-0, 1 excused)
• Recommended approval of 8th, 9th and 10th Additions to Emerald Valley Preliminary Plat, subject to staff report conditions (6-0, 1 excused)
• Approved minutes from the April 24, 2024 meeting (6-0, 1 excused)
• Adjourned at 3:35 p.m. (6-0, 1 excused)

Appleton Public Arts Committee

The committee will consider a request from Neo Medina and the Trout Museum of Art to paint a mural inside the Red Ramp. The meeting also includes electing a Vice Chair and setting future meeting dates.

• Mural request for Red Ramp at 134 S. Superior Street
• Election of Vice Chair
• Setting meeting date and time
• Designating a contact person

The committee approved a request from Neo Medina and the Trout Museum of Art to paint a mural inside the Red Ramp at 134 S. Superior Street. The committee also elected a new Vice Chair and confirmed its monthly meeting schedule.

• Approved mural proposal for Red Ramp at 134 S. Superior Street (4-0)
• Elected Beu Vang as Vice Chair (4-0)
• Maintained meeting schedule for 8:00 a.m. on the 1st Wednesday of the month
• Designated Director Kara Homan as the contact person
• Approved minutes from 1-3-24 (4-0)

Utilities Committee

The committee will review several action items regarding water infrastructure and service line replacement. Proposed actions include approving engineering contracts, a leak monitoring system, and a loan for lead service line replacement.

• $27,000 contract to McMahon for Appleton Water Treatment Facility Carbon Dioxide System Rehabilitation
• Acceptance of $611,302 DNR Safe Drinking Water Loan Program loan for private lead service line replacement
• Award to Badger Meter Syrinix for a leak monitoring system not to exceed $90,000
• $26,900 contract amendment to McMahon for Phase II Solids Dewatering Equipment Upgrades

The Utilities Committee recommended approval for several water infrastructure projects, including a $611,302 loan for lead service line replacement. The committee also approved engineering contracts for the Water Treatment Facility and a new leak monitoring system.

• Approved $29,700 engineering contract for CO2 system rehabilitation (5-0)
• Accepted $611,302 DNR loan for lead service line replacement (5-0)
• Approved $90,000 sole source award for leak monitoring system (5-0)
• Approved $26,900 contract amendment for dewatering equipment upgrades (5-0)
• Approved April 23 meeting minutes (5-0)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will review a $611,302 award from the Safe Drinking Water Loan Program for lead service replacements. The agenda also includes a budget amendment for the Water Utility Fund and a resolution to increase the wheel tax. Additionally, the committee will consider a sole source purchase of fire apparatus.

• $611,302 award for Safe Drinking Water Loan Program
• Budget amendment for Water Utility Fund lead service replacements
• Sole source purchase of fire apparatus for Appleton Fire Department
• Resolution #5-R-24 to increase the wheel tax

The Finance Committee recommended approval of a resolution authorizing the Mayor and Clerk to execute a Principal Forgiven Financial Assistance Agreement under the Safe Drinking Water Loan Program, awarding $611,302 for the project. It also recommended a 2024 Water Utility Fund budget amendment of $611,302 for lead service replacement and other reimbursement revenue, tied to accepting the loan for private-side lead service replacements (requiring a 2/3 Council vote). The committee recommended approval of a sole source purchase of fire apparatus for the Appleton Fire Department. A resolution to increase the wheel tax was held until the next Finance Committee meeting on 5/20/24.

• Recommended approval of resolution authorizing execution of Principal Forgiven Financial Assistance Agreement and $611,302 Safe Drinking Water Loan award (4-0, Firkus excused)
• Recommended approval of 2024 Water Utility Fund budget amendment: Lead Service Replacement +$611,302 and Other Reimbursement Revenue +$611,302 (4-0, Firkus excused)
• Recommended approval of sole source purchase of fire apparatus for Appleton Fire Department (4-0, Firkus excused)
• Held Resolution #5-R-24 increasing the wheel tax until 5/20/24 Finance Committee meeting (4-0, Firkus excused)
• Approved minutes from 4/22/24 and 5/1/24 Finance Committee meetings (4-0, Firkus excused)

CEA Review Committee

The committee will elect a Chair and Vice Chair. Action items include a sole source purchase request for a fire engine and requests regarding city vehicle fleet changes.

• Election of Chair
• Election of Vice Chair
• Sole Source Purchase of Fire Apparatus for Appleton Fire Department
• Request to place Forklift #1502 into Replaced Fleet
• Request to upgrade Utilities Department Truck #1520 to a cargo van in 2025

The committee recommended approval for a sole source fire apparatus purchase and two fleet vehicle requests. The committee also elected its chair and vice chair.

• Elected Ald. Meltzer as chair (unanimous)
• Elected Ald. Van Zeeland as vice chair (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of sole source fire apparatus purchase (4-0)
• Recommended approval to place forklift #1502 into Replaced Fleet (4-0)
• Recommended approval to upgrade Utilities Department Truck #1520 to a cargo van in 2025 (4-0)
• Approved March 11, 2024 meeting minutes (4-0)

Municipal Services Committee

The committee will consider several ordinance changes related to local construction and paving projects. Members will also review updates to the Downtown Appleton Parking and Meter Bag Policy and a resolution regarding overnight parking.

• Street occupancy permit extension for Fox Commons City Center Plaza along College Avenue
• Revisions to the Downtown Appleton Parking and Meter Bag Policy
• Ordinance change for Clearwater Creek 4th Addition (Sweetwater Way)
• Loading zone stalls by the YMCA at 200E Lawrence St
• Ordinance changes for Lightning Dr. Grade and Gravel, Linwood Av. Reconstruction, Quest Dr. Paving, and Southpoint Commerce Park projects

The Municipal Services Committee denied a proposed trial program for overnight street parking, voting 4-1 to reject the recommendation. The committee unanimously approved extensions for the Fox Commons City Center Plaza street occupancy permit and revisions to the Downtown Appleton Parking and Meter Bag Policy. Additionally, the committee approved ordinance changes for several infrastructure projects, including road reconstructions and new apartment developments.

• Denied recommendation for overnight parking trial program (4-1)
• Failed motion to amend overnight parking policy (2-3)
• Approved extension of street occupancy permit for Fox Commons City Center Plaza (5-0)
• Approved revisions to Downtown Appleton Parking and Meter Bag Policy (5-0)
• Approved ordinance changes for Clearwater Creek 4th Addition (Sweetwater Way) (5-0)
• Approved loading zone stalls by the YMCA at 200E Lawrence St (5-0)
• Approved ordinance changes for H-23 Lightning Dr. Grade and Gravel Project (5-0)
• Approved ordinance changes for A-24 Linwood Av. Reconstruction Project (5-0)

Common Council

The Common Council will review several committee reports including municipal services, safety and licensing, and finance. Key items include ward modifications for redistricting, new roadway design parameters for Emerald Valley subdivisions, and multiple contract awards.

• New roadway design parameters for Emerald Valley 8, 9, and 10 Subdivision Plat
• Street occupancy permit for Chandelier LLC at 215 W. College Avenue
• Parklet installation by Creative Downtown Appleton, Inc. on Washington Street
• Sanitary and Storm Sewer CIPP Lining contract with Insituform Technologies USA, LLC up to $384,975.43
• Facility Generator Replacement contract with Van Ert Electric Co., Inc. up to $320,366

The Common Council approved several liquor license amendments, including a permanent premises change for OB's Brau Haus and an operator license for Miguel Hulke. The council also approved new roadway designs for the Emerald Valley subdivision, a parklet installation on Washington Street, and redistricting ordinances. Additionally, contracts for sewer lining, generator replacement, and paratransit services were awarded.

• Approved Class B liquor premises amendment for OB's Brau Haus (13-1)
• Approved Operator License for Miguel Hulke (8-6)
• Approved Special Use Permit for tavern at 1201 N. Badger Avenue (14-0)
• Approved new roadway design parameters for Emerald Valley 8, 9, and 10 (14-0)
• Approved parklet installation on Washington Street (14-0)
• Approved Ordinances #21-24 to #31-24 for redistricting (14-0)
• Approved sewer lining contract with Insituform Technologies USA, LLC (not to exceed $384,975.43)
• Approved generator replacement contract with Van Ert Electric Co., Inc. (not to exceed $320,366)

Safety and Licensing Committee

This special meeting includes an action item regarding ward modifications resulting from WI 2023 Act 94. The committee will also receive reports from the City Clerk, Fire Chief, and Police Chief.

• Ward modifications for 2024 redistricting
• Directors Report from the City Clerk, Fire Chief, and Police Chief

The Safety and Licensing Committee recommended the approval of 2024 redistricting ward modifications resulting from WI 2023 Act 94. The committee also approved the minutes from the April 24, 2024 meeting.

• Recommended 2024 Redistricting- Ward Modifications for approval (5-0)
• Approved April 24, 2024 meeting minutes (5-0)

Community Development Committee

The committee will conduct a special meeting to address administrative actions. The agenda includes electing a Vice Chair and setting future meeting dates.

• Elect Vice Chair
• Set Meeting Date and Time
• Designate Contact Person

The Community Development Committee approved minutes from its April 10, 2024 meeting and changed its meeting day and time to 4:30 p.m. on the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of the month. It designated Director Kara Homan as the contact person and held the election of Vice Chair until the next meeting. All votes were 4-0, with member Smith excused.

• Approved CEDC minutes from 4-10-24 (4-0, Smith excused)
• Held election of Vice Chair until next CDC meeting (4-0, Smith excused)
• Changed meeting day and time to 4:30 p.m. on 2nd & 4th Wednesdays (4-0, Smith excused)
• Designated Director Kara Homan as contact person
• Adjourned at 6:48 p.m. (4-0, Smith excused)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee is holding a special meeting to conduct several elections. Action items include electing a Vice Chair, Tax Appeals members, and a CEA Board member.

• Elect Vice Chair (24-0504)
• Elect Tax Appeals Members (24-0505)
• Elect CEA Board Member (24-0506)

The Finance Committee held a special meeting to fill leadership and board positions. Three members were unanimously elected to specific roles.

• Ald. Croatt elected vice-chair (unanimous)
• Ald. Hartzheim elected for Tax Appeal (unanimous)
• Ald. VanZeelandi elected for CEA Board (unanimous)

Parks and Recreation Committee

The committee will meet to conduct administrative actions including electing a Vice-Chair. The agenda also includes setting the future meeting time and designating a contact person.

• Elect Vice-Chair for the Parks & Recreation Committee
• Set Meeting Time for the Parks & Recreation Committee
• Designate Contact Person for the Parks & Recreation Committee

The committee elected a vice chair and established a recurring meeting time. The committee also designated a contact person for the group.

• Elected Ald. Wolff as vice chair (unanimous)
• Set meeting time for 6:15 on Monday (4-0)
• Designated Director Gazza as contact person
• Approved April 8, 2024 meeting minutes (4-0)

Safety and Licensing Committee

The committee is reviewing several temporary beer and wine license applications for upcoming events. It is also considering automatic aid agreements between the Fire Department and Kimberly and Grand Chute fire departments.

• Operator License application for Miguel Hulke
• Premises Amendment for OB's Brau Haus at 523 W College Ave
• Automatic Aid Agreement with Kimberly Fire Department
• Automatic Aid Agreement with Grand Chute Fire Department
• Temporary Class 'B' Beer license for Light the Night Market on College Avenue

The Safety and Licensing Committee recommended approval for automatic aid agreements with Kimberly and Grand Chute Fire Departments. The committee also recommended approval for several liquor license applications and a crossing guard contract renewal. Additionally, Ald. Schultz was elected as vice-chair.

• Recommended approval of Operator License for Miguel Hulke (3-1)
• Recommended approval of liquor license premise amendment for OB's Brau Haus (3-1)
• Recommended approval of ACMS Crossing Guards contract renewal (4-0)
• Recommended approval of automatic aid agreement with Kimberly Fire Department (4-0)
• Recommended approval of automatic aid agreement with Grand Chute Fire Department (4-0)
• Recommended approval of temporary liquor licenses for Tipsy Taco, Sangria's, Thompson Center on Lourdes, Appleton Downtown Inc., and Heart of the Valley Lions Club (4-0)
• Elected Ald. Schultz as vice-chair (3-0)
• Designated Clerk Lynch as contact person (4-0)

City Plan Commission

The Commission will consider a special use permit to establish a 521 square foot tavern in an existing storage garage at 1201 N. Badger Avenue. Additionally, the body will review the proposed dedication of an outlot for public trail purposes within Southpoint Commerce Park.

• Special Use Permit #1-24 for a 521 square foot tavern at 1201 N. Badger Avenue
• Proposed dedication of an outlot for public trail purposes in Southpoint Commerce Park
• Election of Vice Chair

The Appleton City Plan Commission unanimously recommended approval of a special use permit for a 521-square-foot tavern at 1201 N. Badger Avenue. The Commission also unanimously recommended accepting a land dedication for a public trail in Southpoint Commerce Park. Additionally, Alderperson Fenton was elected as Vice Chair.

• Recommended approval of Special Use Permit #1-24 for tavern at 1201 N. Badger Avenue (7-0)
• Recommended acceptance of land dedication for public trail in Southpoint Commerce Park (7-0)
• Elected Alderperson Fenton as Vice Chair (7-0)
• Approved minutes from 4-10-24 meeting (7-0)
• Agreed to keep meeting schedule at 3:30 p.m. on 2nd & 4th Wednesdays
• Designated Director Kara Homan as contact person

Human Resources & Information Technology Committee

The Human Resources & Information Technology Committee will elect a Vice Chair and set future meeting dates. The committee will also receive updates regarding recruitment status, the asbestos policy, and personnel record retention.

• Election of Vice Chair
• Updates to Asbestos Policy
• Updates to Personnel Record Retention Policy
• Recruitment Status Report through 4/18/24

Fox Cities Transit Commission

The Fox Cities Transit Commission will elect a Chair and Vice-Chair. The commission will also consider awarding a five-year contract with three one-year options to Running Inc. for paratransit services.

• Election of Commission Chair
• Election of Commission Vice-Chair
• Five-year contract with three one-year options for Running Inc. (Paratransit Services)
• Approval of March 2024 payments

The Commission elected its Chair and Vice-Chair for the 2024-2025 term and designated a contact person. Members approved March 2024 payments and recommended approval of revised contract terms for paratransit services provided by Running Inc.

• Elected George Dearborn as Chairperson for 2024-2025 (Unanimous)
• Elected Commissioner Firkus as Vice-Chairperson (Unanimous)
• Approved meeting schedule of twice monthly on Tuesdays at 2:50 PM (Unanimous)
• Designated Ronald McDonald as Commission Contact Person (Unanimous)
• Approved March 2024 payments (Voice Vote)
• Recommended approval of revised five-year contract terms with Running Inc. for Paratransit Services (Voice Vote)

Utilities Committee

The Utilities Committee will review several action items, including two sole source engineering service contracts. The committee is also scheduled to elect a Vice-Chair and set future meeting dates.

• Sole Source Engineering Services Contract to McMahon for 2024 Primary Clarifiers #1 through #4 Rehabilitation Project up to $66,585
• Sole Source Engineering Services Contract to McMahon for Summer Street Lift Station Evaluation up to $13,685
• Election of a Vice-Chair for the Utilities Committee
• Setting of future meeting dates and times
• March 2024 Water Distribution and Meter Team Monthly Report

The committee recommended approval of a sole source engineering contract for the 2024 Primary Clarifiers #1 through #4 Rehabilitation Project. The committee also elected a Vice-Chair and established its meeting schedule and contact persons.

• Recommended approval of Sole Source Engineering Services Contract to McMahon for Primary Clarifiers #1 through #4 Rehabilitation Project not to exceed $66,585 (3-0)
• Approved Alderperson Firkus as Vice-Chairperson by unanimous consent
• Set meeting time for 4:30 p.m. on the Tuesday following the Common Council Meeting
• Designated Director Stempa and Director Block as contact persons for agenda items
• Approved March 26, 2024 meeting minutes (3-0)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will review contract awards for sewer lining and a facility generator replacement. The committee is also scheduled to conduct several elections and review budget adjustments related to the library.

• Contract award for Unit O-24 Sanitary and Storm Sewer CIPP Lining to Insituform Technologies USA, LLC not to exceed $384,975.43
• Contract award for 2024 PRFMD Facility Generator Replacement to Van Ert Electric Co., Inc. for a total not to exceed $320,366
• Election of Vice Chair, Tax Appeals Members, and CEA Board Member
• Budget adjustments for Library Grant Fund, General Fund - Library (Friends), and General Fund - Library (OWL)

The Finance Committee recommended approval of a $384,975.43 contract for sanitary and storm sewer lining and a $320,366 project for facility generator replacement. Several administrative elections were held, and the committee designated the Finance Director as the contact person. The committee also reviewed budget adjustments for library funds approved by the Finance Director.

• Recommended approval of sewer lining contract to Insituform Technologies USA, LLC for up to $384,975.43 (4-0, 1 excused)
• Recommended approval of generator replacement contract to Van Ert Electric Co., Inc. for up to $320,366 (4-0, 1 excused)
• Election of Vice Chair held
• Election of Tax Appeals Members held
• Election of CEA Board Member held
• Designated Finance Director Jeri Ohman as Contact Person
• Approved previous meeting minutes (4-0, 1 excused)

Municipal Services Committee

The Municipal Services Committee will consider new roadway design parameters for the Emerald Valley subdivision. The meeting also includes requests for a street occupancy permit at 215 W. College Avenue and a parklet installation on Washington Street.

• New roadway design parameters for Emerald Valley 8, 9, and 10 Subdivision Plat
• Street occupancy permit request from Chandelier LLC for 215 W. College Avenue
• Parklet installation request at the NW corner of Washington Street and Appleton Street
• Election of Vice Chair and Central Equipment Agency Board Member

The Municipal Services Committee approved minutes from April 8, 2024, and elected Ald. Meltzer as vice chair and as its Central Equipment Agency Board member. It recommended approval of new roadway design parameters for Emerald Valley subdivisions 8, 9 and 10, a street occupancy permit for tables and chairs at 215 W. College Avenue, and a parklet on Washington Street at parking stall #289. The committee also set its meeting time at Mondays 4:30 P.M. and designated Director Block as contact person. A 2023 Parking Utility annual report was received as an information item.

• Approved April 8, 2024 minutes (4-0, Doran excused)
• Elected Ald. Meltzer vice chair (unanimous)
• Kept meeting date and time as Mondays at 4:30 P.M.
• Designated Director Block as contact person
• Elected Ald. Meltzer to Central Equipment Agency Board (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of new roadway design parameters for Emerald Valley 8, 9 and 10 subdivision plat (4-0)
• Recommended approval of street occupancy permit for tables and chairs at 215 W. College Avenue (4-0)
• Recommended approval of parklet on north side of Washington Street at parking stall #289 (4-0)

Common Council

This organizational meeting includes the election of the Council President, Vice President, and a representative to the City Plan Commission. The Council will also consider proposed updates to council rules and department names.

• Proposed changes to council rules regarding invocations and the Pledge of Allegiance
• Proposal to consolidate the Utilities Committee with the Municipal Services Committee
• Name change requests for Community & Economic Development and Parks, Recreation & Facilities Management departments
• Election of Council President and Vice President
• Cancellation of July 3, 2024, and January 1, 2025, meetings

The Appleton Common Council adopted amended Council Rules, including changes to invocation procedures and the Pledge of Allegiance. The Council elected Katie Van Zeeland as President and Vered Meltzer as Vice President. Two department name changes were approved, while a proposal to consolidate the Utilities and Municipal Services committees was rejected.

• Approved amended Council Rules (14-0-1)
• Approved Rule 3 change on invocations (13-0-1)
• Approved Rule 19 change on petitions (13-0-1)
• Rejected Rule 32 change to open ballot for leadership (2-12-1)
• Approved Rule 35 change on Pledge of Allegiance (11-3-1)
• Rejected deletion of Rule 35 (7-7-1)
• Rejected consolidation of Utilities and Municipal Services committees (1-13-1)
• Approved name change for Community & Economic Development Dept. (14-0-1)

Common Council

The Common Council will review several committee reports including requests for rezoning near E. Plank Road and a preliminary plat for Lumbini Estates. The agenda also includes a street occupancy permit for the Trout Museum of Art project and a contract award for parking ramp maintenance.

• Rezoning #2-24: E. Plank Road from R1-A to R-3 Multi-Family District
• Street occupancy permit for The Boldt Company at College Avenue, Drew Street, and Kimball Alley
• Parking change on Maple Street from Jefferson Street to Jackson Street
• Fire Department agreement for Urban Search and Rescue Emergency Response Services
• Contract award to Berglund Construction Company for parking ramp maintenance up to $1,386,000

The Common Council approved a rezoning request to change a parcel on E. Plank Road from single-family to multi-family district. The council also approved a $1.386 million contract for parking ramp repairs and accepted a grant for fire department equipment. Several other items, including a street occupancy permit for a museum project and a liquor license, were approved.

• Approved Rezoning #2-24 for E. Plank Road parcel from R1-A to R-3 Multi-Family District (13-0-2)
• Approved Housing Development Policy Guide to be received and filed (14-0-1)
• Approved street occupancy permit for Trout Museum of Art-Lawrence University project (14-0-1)
• Approved Fire Department acceptance of Firehouse Sub Grant for laryngoscopes (14-0-1)
• Approved parking change on Maple Street from Jefferson to Jackson Street with 6-month evaluation
• Approved Urban Search and Rescue Emergency Response Services agreement (2024-2026)
• Approved Class A Liquor License for True North #822 at 3411 N. Ballard Rd.
• Approved Lumbini Estates Preliminary Plat

Library Board

The Library Board will review the March 2023 bill register and a budget amendment for April 2024. The board is also considering a request to approve a summer teen internship position.

• April 2024 Budget Amendment
• Request for Approval of Summer Teen Internship Position
• Building Project Update
• APL Annual Report
• March 2023 Bill Register

The Library Board approved a budget amendment for April 2024 and a request for a summer teen internship position. The board also approved the March 2023 bill register and the minutes from the March 19, 2024 meeting.

• Approved March 19, 2024 Meeting Minutes (6-0)
• Approved March 2023 Bill Register (6-0)
• Approved April 2024 Budget Amendment (6-0)
• Approved Summer Teen Internship Position (6-0)

Common Council

The Common Council is meeting to review proposed changes to council rules, including invocation procedures and dress codes. The agenda also includes discussions regarding department name changes and the consolidation of committees.

• Proposed changes to Invocation procedures (24-0425, 24-0435, 24-0439)
• Proposal to change Council President election from secret ballot to open ballot (24-0436)
• Proposal to delete Rule 35 regarding the Pledge of Allegiance (24-0426)
• New rule proposal for business casual attire and hat removal (24-0437)
• Resolution to consolidate the Utilities Committee with the Municipal Services Committee (24-0210)

Safety and Licensing Committee

The committee is reviewing several liquor license applications, including temporary permits for the Heid Music Summer Concert Series and a senior prom. They are also considering a fire department grant acceptance and a search and rescue service agreement.

• Approval of Miguel Hulke’s operator license based on rehabilitation documentation
• Fire Department request to accept a Firehouse Sub Grant for laryngoscopes
• Agreement for Urban Search and Rescue Emergency Response Services (2024-2026)
• Liquor license application for True North Energy, LLC at 3411 N. Ballard Rd.
• Premise amendment for OB's Brau Haus at 523 W College Ave

The Safety and Licensing Committee recommended approval for a Firehouse Sub Grant and an Urban Search and Rescue agreement. The committee tabled decisions on an operator license denial and a liquor license premise amendment until the next meeting. Several temporary and permanent liquor license applications were recommended for approval.

• Recommended approval of Firehouse Sub Grant (4-0)
• Recommended approval of Urban Search and Rescue Agreement (4-0)
• Tabled recommendation to deny Miguel Hulke's operator license (4-0)
• Tabled OB's Brau Haus liquor license premise amendment (4-0)
• Recommended approval of True North Energy Class A liquor license
• Recommended approval of Fox Cities Chamber Foundation temporary beer license
• Recommended approval of Appleton Downtown Inc temporary beer and wine licenses
• Recommended approval of Thompson Center on Lourdes temporary wine license

City Plan Commission

The commission will consider a minor amendment for a sidewalk cafe with alcohol service at 523-525 W. College Avenue. Members will also review the Lumbini Estates Preliminary Plat and receive an update on the Mayor's Taskforce on Housing Development Policy.

• Minor Amendment to Special Use Permit #12-00 for a sidewalk cafe at 523-525 W. College Avenue
• Lumbini Estates Preliminary Plat approval
• Update on Mayor's Taskforce on Housing Development Policy - Final Housing Development Policy Guide

The Commission approved a minor amendment for a sidewalk cafe with alcohol sales on W. College Avenue. It also recommended the Lumbini Estates Preliminary Plat for approval. The Mayor's Taskforce on Housing Development Policy presented a final policy guide.

• Approved Minor Amendment to Special Use Permit #12-00 for sidewalk cafe at 523-525 W. College Avenue (6-0)
• Recommended approval of Lumbini Estates Preliminary Plat (6-0)
• Approved minutes from 3-27-24 (6-0)

Community Development Committee

The committee will receive an update regarding the Mayor's Taskforce on Housing Development Policy. The agenda also includes information about an upcoming Request for Proposals for a Neighborhood Leadership Academy Program.

• Update on Mayor's Taskforce on Housing Development Policy
• Upcoming Request for Proposals (RFP) for Neighborhood Leadership Academy Program

The committee approved the minutes from the March 20, 2024, meeting. Members discussed an update on the Mayor's Taskforce on Housing Development Policy and an upcoming Request for Proposals for the Neighborhood Leadership Academy Program.

• Approved March 20, 2024, meeting minutes (4-0)

Board of Health

The Board of Health will review a noise variance request for Unit O-24 Sanitary & Storm Sewer CIPP Liner. The agenda also includes information regarding mental health, respiratory virus surveillance, and dangerous animal declarations.

• Noise variance request for Unit O-24 Sanitary & Storm Sewer CIPP Liner
• Mental Health Information Series presentation by Beth Clay
• Respiratory Virus Surveillance and Waste Water Report
• Dangerous Animal Declarations

The Board of Health recommended approval of a noise variance for the Unit O-24 Sanitary & Storm Sewer CIPP Liner project. The board also approved the minutes from the March 13, 2024 meeting.

• Recommended approval of Noise Variance Request Unit O-24 Sanitary & Storm Sewer CIPP Liner (8-0)
• Approved March 13, 2024 meeting minutes (8-0)

Parks and Recreation Committee

The Appleton Parks and Recreation Committee will review a memo regarding the 2024 Highview Park playground project during an action item. Members will also receive information updates on other city park projects. Standard procedures include approving February minutes and holding a public hearing for resident comments.

• Action item: Review memo on the 2024 Highview Park playground project (Doc 24-0267)
• Information item: Receive updates on ongoing park projects (Doc 24-0398)
• Public hearing for resident appearances
• Approval of minutes from the February 12, 2024 meeting

The Parks and Recreation Committee recommended awarding a contract to Lee Recreation for the Highview Park playground. The committee also approved the minutes from the February 12, 2024 meeting.

• Recommended approval of Highview Park playground contract to Lee Recreation (4-0)
• Approved February 12, 2024 meeting minutes (4-0)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee is reviewing a request to award a contract for the repair and preventative maintenance of Red & Yellow Parking Ramps. The proposal includes a $30,000 contingency for a total amount not to exceed $1,386,000.

• Contract award for Red & Yellow Parking Ramps maintenance up to $1,386,000
• Award of Unit H-24 project to Berglund Construction Company

The Finance Committee recommended awarding a contract to Berglund Construction Company for repair and preventative maintenance of the Red and Yellow parking ramps. The committee also approved the minutes from the March 25, 2024, meeting.

• Recommended approval of $1,386,000 contract to Berglund Construction Company for Red & Yellow Parking Ramps (4-0)
• Approved March 25, 2024, meeting minutes (4-0)

Municipal Services Committee

The Municipal Services Committee will review a street occupancy permit for the Trout Museum of Art - Lawrence University project. The committee is also considering proposed parking changes on Maple Street between Jefferson and Jackson Streets. Additionally, members will receive updates regarding Bird Rides and local road quality.

• Street occupancy permit for Trout Museum of Art - Lawrence University project
• Proposed parking change on Maple Street from Jefferson Street to Jackson Street
• March 2024 Inspection Division Permit Summary Comparison
• Discussion of Wisconsin Policy Forum article on local road quality

The Municipal Services Committee recommended approval for a street occupancy permit and a parking change on Maple Street. A resolution regarding overnight parking was held for 30 days after a proposed amendment failed.

• Recommended approval of street occupancy permit for The Boldt Company (4-0)
• Recommended approval of parking change on Maple Street from Jefferson to Jackson Street (4-0)
• Denied amendment to allow even/odd alternate side street seasonal parking without permit (2-2)
• Decided to hold overnight parking resolution #11-R-23 for 30 days (4-0)
• Approved March 25, 2024 meeting minutes (4-0)

Common Council

The Common Council will review committee recommendations regarding Complete Streets policies and roadway designs. The agenda includes contract awards for fire station HVAC upgrades and wastewater plant improvements. The council will also address budget amendments and the allocation of ARPA funds for various city projects.

• Public hearing for rezoning 207 N Green Bay Road
• $1,174,198 total for AWWTP Roof Replacement Project
• $504,406 total for Fire Station #1 and #6 HVAC upgrades
• $1,800,000 in ARPA funding for Appleton Transit Center Renovation
• Approval of Complete Streets Policy and design guides

The Common Council approved transferring $2,000,000 in ARPA grant funds to the Library project on a 13-1 vote, with Alderperson Doran opposed. The council also approved $2,815,000 in ARPA-funded memoranda of understanding for projects including the Appleton Transit Center Renovation ($1,800,000) and Comprehensive Plan Updates ($400,000), 12-1. A recommended denial of an operator license for Isaiah Nettles was upheld when a motion to approve failed 13-2. The council approved Complete Streets documents, several contract awards, budget amendments, and rezoning at 207 N. Green Bay Road.

• Approved $2,000,000 ARPA grant fund transfer to Library project (13-1)
• Approved ARPA MOUs totaling $2,815,000 for eight projects (12-1)
• Denied operator license for Isaiah Nettles after motion to approve failed (13-2)
• Referred operator license for Miguel Hulke back to Safety and Licensing Committee
• Approved Complete Streets Policy, Pedestrian Crossing Improvements Policy, Priority Project Locations, and Design Guide (14-0)
• Approved rezoning 207 N. Green Bay Road from R-2 Two-Family to R-1B Single-Family District
• Approved 2023-2024 Budget carryover appropriations: $28,495,054 not under contract and $1,309,601 special consideration
• Approved 2024 AWWTP Roof Replacement contract to Crafts, Inc. for $1,107,734 plus 6% contingency, total not to exceed $1,174,198

Safety and Licensing Committee

The Safety and Licensing Committee will consider recommended denials for two operator licenses. The committee will also review a municipal code revision regarding open flame effect displays. Other items include a beer license agent change and the Police Department annual report.

• Recommended denial of operator licenses for Isaiah Nettles and Miguel Hulke
• Municipal code revision regarding Open Flame Effect Display
• Class 'A' Beer License Change of Agent at 1342 W. Prospect Avenue
• Public hearing for Pillow Talk-N-Wine demerit point violation
• Police Department Annual Report

The committee denied one operator license and approved another. It also recommended approval for a municipal code revision regarding open flame effect displays and a beer license agent change.

• Denied Operator License for Isaiah Nettles (3-1)
• Approved Operator License for Miguel Hulke (4-0)
• Recommended approval of Municipal Code Revision for Open Flame Effect Display (4-0)
• Recommended approval of Class 'A' Beer License Change of Agent for Kwik Trip Inc. (4-0)
• Approved minutes from 03/20/2024 (4-0)

City Plan Commission

The City Plan Commission will consider rezoning a parcel near E. Midway Road from single-family to multi-family district. The meeting also includes an update on the upcoming Appleton Comprehensive Plan and Sub-Area Plans.

• Rezoning #2-24 from R-1A Single-Family to R-3 Multi-Family near E. Midway Road
• Update on Appleton's Comprehensive Plan and Sub-Area Plans

The City Plan Commission recommended the approval of Rezoning #2-24 for a parcel south of E. Midway Road and south of the E. Plank Road roundabout. The proposal changes the zoning from R-1A Single-Family District to R-3 Multi-Family District. The item now proceeds to the Council for a meeting on April 17, 2024.

• Recommended approval of Rezoning #2-24 from R-1A to R-3 (4-0)
• Approved minutes from 3-13-24 meeting (4-0)

Fox Cities Transit Commission

The Fox Cities Transit Commission will review February 2024 financial and ridership reports. The commission is also scheduled to consider a contract award for paratransit software and a furniture purchase change order.

• Contract award to Ecolane USA Inc. for paratransit scheduling & dispatch software
• Change order authorization for furniture purchase
• Approval of February 2024 payments
• Review of February 2024 ridership report

The Fox Cities Transit Commission recommended approval for a paratransit scheduling and dispatch software contract and a change order for furniture. The commission also approved February 2024 payments.

• Approved February 2024 payments (Voice Vote)
• Recommended approval of Change Order for furniture purchase (Voice Vote)
• Recommended approval of five-year contract with three one-year options to Ecolane USA Inc. for paratransit scheduling and dispatch software (Voice Vote)
• Approved minutes from February 27, 2024 meeting (Voice Vote)

Utilities Committee

The Appleton Utilities Committee will consider two procurement actions for water utility operations. Members will vote on purchasing a turbidity instrument and replacing Wash Press #3 auger assembly equipment. The meeting also covers routine administrative tasks like approving previous minutes.

• Award up to $41,939.44 for a turbidity instrument from Hach Company
• Award up to $28,232 for Wash Press #3 auger assembly replacement parts from Vulcan Industries
• Approve minutes from the March 12, 2024 Utilities Committee meeting

The Utilities Committee approved the March 12, 2024 minutes and recommended two purchases for approval. It recommended awarding a turbidity instrument purchase to Hach Company for $36,469.08 plus a 15% contingency, for a total not to exceed $41,939.44. It also recommended a sole-source award to Vulcan Industries for Wash Press #3 auger assembly replacement equipment at $25,666 plus a 10% contingency, for a total not to exceed $28,232. Both recommendations passed 4-0, with Del Toro excused. The meeting adjourned at 4:39 p.m.

• Approved March 12, 2024 Utilities Committee minutes (4-0)
• Recommended Hach Company turbidity instrument purchase, $36,469.08 plus 15% contingency, total not to exceed $41,939.44 (4-0)
• Recommended sole-source Vulcan Industries Wash Press #3 auger assembly replacement, $25,666 plus 10% contingency, total not to exceed $28,232 (4-0)
• Adjourned at 4:39 p.m. (4-0)

Finance Committee

The committee is reviewing contract awards for city infrastructure, including roofing and HVAC upgrades. Members will also consider budget amendments and the allocation of ARPA funds for projects such as the Transit Center renovation and a library project.

• AWWTP 2024 Roof Replacement Project contract to Crafts, Inc. up to $1,174,198
• Fire Station #6 and #1 HVAC Upgrades to AMA Heating & Air Conditioning, Inc. up to $504,406
• Execution of MOUs for ARPA funding projects including an $1,800,000 Transit Center Renovation
• Transfer of $2,000,000 in ARPA grant funds to the Library project
• Unit J-24 Mini Storm Sewer Construction award to M&E Construction up to $250,000

The Finance Committee recommended several contract awards for infrastructure and facility upgrades. It also recommended approval for various budget amendments, ARPA fund obligations, and budget carryovers.

• Recommended $2M ARPA grant fund transfer to Library project (5-0)
• Recommended awarding AWWTP Roof Replacement contract to Crafts, Inc. up to $1,174,198 (5-0)
• Recommended awarding Fire Station #1 and #6 HVAC contract to AMA Heating & Air Conditioning, Inc. up to $504,406 (5-0)
• Recommended awarding Unit J-24 Mini Storm Sewer contract to M&E Construction up to $250,000 (5-0)
• Recommended awarding AWWTP Light Fixture purchase order to Werner Electric Supply, Co. for $81,467.14 (5-0)
• Recommended awarding Unit C-24 Sidewalk Sawcutting to ASTI Sawing, Inc. up to $30,000 (5-0)
• Recommended execution of MOUs for various ARPA projects including Transit Center Renovation ($1.8M) (5-0)
• Recommended 2023-2024 Budget carryover appropriations for items not under contract ($28,495,054) and special consideration ($1,309,601) (5-0)

Municipal Services Committee

The Municipal Services Committee recommended approval of the Complete Streets documents (policy, pedestrian crossing improvements policy, priority project locations, and design guide), new roadway design parameters for Lumbini Estates Subdivision, and acceptance of Wisconsin DOT Signals and ITS Standalone Program grant funding to replace signal equipment at controlled intersections. All three action items passed 5-0. A proposed modification to the Central Business District Street Vendors Ordinance was withdrawn by staff without objection. The committee also approved minutes from the March 11, 2024 meeting and adjourned.

• Recommended approval of Complete Streets documents: policy, pedestrian crossing improvements policy, priority project locations, and design guide (5-0)
• Recommended approval of new roadway design parameters for Lumbini Estates Subdivision (5-0)
• Recommended approval to accept Wisconsin DOT Signals and ITS Standalone Program grant funding for signal equipment replacement at controlled intersections (5-0)
• CBD Street Vendors Ordinance modification withdrawn by staff without objection
• Approved minutes from March 11, 2024 meeting (5-0)
• Adjourned (5-0)

Common Council

The Common Council approved a Development Incentive Agreement for the redevelopment of 222 W. College Avenue. Other actions included awarding several infrastructure and maintenance contracts and approving various liquor and tobacco licenses.

• Approved Development Incentive Agreement for 222 W. College Avenue (14-1)
• Approved $2.36M sewer and water contract for Southpoint Commerce Park
• Approved $192,345.12 Native Landscape Management contract (11-4)
• Approved $375,000 Ash Tree Removal contract
• Approved $290,400 Water Treatment Facility Clearwell Repairs project
• Approved street occupancy permit for RYE Restaurant window boxes (13-2)
• Approved modifications to Glendale and Whitman Yard Waste Site hours (14-1)
• Approved all-way stop control at Capitol Drive and Conkey Street

Safety and Licensing Committee

The Safety and Licensing Committee is reviewing proposed changes to municipal code alarm fees. The agenda also includes several applications for liquor licenses, premise amendments, and tobacco retail permits. Reports from the City Clerk, Fire Chief, and Police Chief are also scheduled.

• Municipal code revisions regarding alarm fees
• Liquor license applications for Appleton Clark and Meade Street Bistro
• Premise amendments for Antojitos Mexicanos LLC and Appleton Axe LLC
• Tobacco and vaping retail licenses for several businesses
• Agent changes for Aldi locations on Richmond Street and Linwood Avenue

The Safety and Licensing Committee recommended approval of municipal code revisions regarding alarm fees. The committee also recommended approval for several liquor and tobacco license applications.

• Recommended approval of Municipal Code Revisions regarding Alarm Fees (5-0)
• Recommended approval of Class A liquor license for Thapa Petroleum LLC (Appleton Clark)
• Recommended approval of Class B liquor license for Sonys Bistro LLC (Meade Street Bistro)
• Recommended approval of agent change for Aldi #86
• Recommended approval of agent change for Aldi #68
• Recommended approval of premise amendment for Antojitos Mexicanos LLC
• Recommended approval of premise amendment for Appleton Axe LLC
• Recommended approval of tobacco/vaping licenses for Thapa Petroleum LLC, Top Dogz Vape Shop LLC, Indianhead Oil Co LLC, and Good Nature EVAPOR LLC

Community Development Committee

The Committee will consider a request to approve a Development Incentive Agreement with USV 222, LLC. This item concerns property improvements and redevelopment at 222 W. College Avenue within Tax Increment Financing District No. 11. The Committee may also enter a closed session to deliberate or negotiate the investment of public funds regarding the U.S. Venture development project.

• Development Incentive Agreement with USV 222, LLC for 222 W. College Avenue
• Redevelopment within Tax Increment Financing District No. 11
• Closed session regarding investing public funds in the U.S. Venture development project

The Community & Economic Development Committee recommended approval of a Development Incentive Agreement with USV 222, LLC for the redevelopment of 222 W. College Avenue. The property is located in Tax Increment Financing District No. 11.

• Recommended approval of Development Incentive Agreement with USV 222, LLC (5-0)
• Approved minutes from 3-13-24 meeting (5-0)