Delafield public meetings in 2025
126 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Plan Commission
The City of Delafield Plan Commission will not hold a meeting in December 2025. The commission will reconvene at its next regularly scheduled meeting on January 28, 2026, at City Hall. No agenda items or actions are planned for the cancelled meeting.
Park & Recreation Commission
The Delafield Park & Recreation Commission scheduled for December 22, 2025 was cancelled because there was no business to consider. No decisions or discussions will take place at this meeting. The commission will meet again at its next regular session on January 26, 2026.
Deer Management Committee
The Deer Management Committee meeting scheduled for December 16, 2025 at City Hall was cancelled because there was no business to discuss. The committee will meet again at its next regular session on January 20, 2026. The notice states that all meetings are public and no actions will be taken at the cancelled session.
- Meeting cancelled; no agenda items were presented
- Next regular meeting set for January 20, 2026
Joint Review Board (TID4)
The Joint Review Board will meet to review the performance and status of Tax Incremental District No. 4. The board will discuss and possibly adopt Resolution 2025-14 to acknowledge the filing of the annual report and compliance with state meeting requirements.
- Review of PE-300 Annual Report for Tax Incremental District No. 4
- Resolution 2025-14: Acknowledging filing of annual report and meeting compliance
- TID 4 financial status: Beginning balance of $181,922 and ending balance of $257,115
- TID 4 expenditures totaling $85,700
- Appointment of a Chairperson
Common Council
The Delafield Common Council will consider a contract with Accurate Appraisal, LLC for city assessment services beginning January 1, 2026. It will also adopt Resolution 2025‑18 to add $13,442 for telephone system upgrades to the 2026 capital budget. Additional items include a conditional use amendment for the 805 Wells Street condominium project and a specific implementation plan for a veterinary urgent care facility at 3250 Hillside Drive. The council will accept the resignation of the current city assessor and appoint a new assessor.
- Approve contract with Accurate Appraisal, LLC for assessment services (2026‑2028) effective Jan 1 2026.
- Adopt Resolution 2025‑18 to add $13,442 for telephone system upgrades to the 2026 capital budget.
- Amend Conditional Use‑Site Plan for 805 Wells Street condominiums to address removal of a protected beech tree.
- Approve Assignment and Assumption of Development Agreement for 805 Wells Street condominiums.
- Approve Specific Implementation Plan for a veterinary urgent care clinic at 3250 Hillside Drive.
The Common Council approved a contract with Accurate Appraisal, LLC to provide assessment services for the City of Delafield starting January 1, 2026. It also adopted a $13,442 resolution to fund urgent telephone system upgrades in the 2026 capital budget. Additional actions included approving a development agreement for the 805 Wells Street condominium, a veterinary urgent‑care facility plan, and a tree‑species amendment for the same site.
- Approved contract with Accurate Appraisal, LLC for assessment services (All in favor)
- Approved Resolution 2025-18 adding $13,442 for telephone system upgrades (All in favor)
- Approved Assignment and Assumption of Development Agreement for 805 Wells Street condominium (All in favor)
- Approved Specific Implementation Plan for veterinary urgent‑care facility at 3250 Hillside Drive (All in favor)
- Approved amendment to Conditional Use permit adding two muscle wood trees and two hackberry trees (passed; nays: Price, Laughland, Henry)
- Approved appointment of Accurate Assessor to City Assessor position (All in favor)
- Approved Vouchers Payable report for $386,946.75 accounts payable and $153,570.78 payroll (All in favor)
- Accepted resignation of Magnan Assessment Services and confirmed new assessor appointment (All in favor)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Lake Welfare Committee
The Lake Welfare Committee meeting scheduled for December 10, 2025 was cancelled due to lack of business. No agenda items were discussed or decided. The committee will reconvene at its next regular meeting on January 14, 2026.
Promotion & Tourism Commission
The Delafield Promotion & Tourism Commission will review and possibly approve the minutes from the October 14, 2025 meeting. Commissioners will receive updates on current 2025 marketing projects and plans for 2026, as well as a financial report for October 31, 2025. Additional items include a donation of a ceremonial chair from Sister Bay Furniture and a report on Q2 2025 hotel tax revenue.
- Approve minutes from the October 14, 2025 Promotion & Tourism meeting
- Discuss 2025 marketing projects and special projects planned for 2026
- Review current financial report dated October 31, 2025
- Consider donation of a ceremonial chair by Sister Bay Furniture
- Review Q2 2025 hotel tax income report
The Promotion & Tourism Commission approved the minutes from the October 14, 2025 meeting after a motion by Commissioner Fehrm and a second by Commissioner Woodward. The November and December vouchers were signed and sent to the recording secretary for delivery to the Deputy Clerk. No other motions were voted on; remaining agenda items were discussed without formal decisions.
- Approved October 14, 2025 minutes (motion passed)
- Voucher for November and December expenses signed and forwarded to recording secretary
Library Board
The Delafield Public Library Board will consider the Library Board steering committee item and hear reports from the Bridges Library System, the Friends of the Library, and the fiduciary. The board will also approve the monthly expenditures and set the date for the next meeting.
- Discussion and possible action on the Library Board steering committee
- Bridges Library System report
- Friends of the Library report
- Fiduciary’s report noting a $2,500 disbursement from the Farber Fund
- Audit and approval of monthly expenditures
The board approved the minutes from the previous meeting and then approved the monthly expenditures. No new business was presented. The next meeting was scheduled for January 13, 2026.
- Approved prior meeting minutes (motion carried)
- Approved monthly expenditures (motion carried)
Public Works Committee
The Public Works Committee will discuss several infrastructure projects and development plans. Key items include the Oakwood Road Path Project and a review of the city's bike and pedestrian facility priorities.
- Oakwood Road Path Project
- Kelly’s Greenscapes grading and erosion control plan
- Delafield Vet Urgent Care development plans
- City Hall Stair Project re-bid schedule
- Dopkins Street/Milwaukee Street TrafficScapes crosswalk review
The committee approved the minutes from the October 1, 2025 meeting. It approved Kelly’s Greenscape grading and erosion control plan, subject to staff comments. It approved the Delafield Vet Urgent Care Development Plans, contingent on addressing review comments. It also approved changes to the Bike and Pedestrian Facility Priority List.
- Approved minutes of Oct 1, 2025 meeting
- Approved Kelly’s Greenscape grading and erosion plan (all in favor)
- Approved Delafield Vet Urgent Care Development Plans, contingent on review comments (all in favor)
- Approved changes to Bike and Pedestrian Facility Priority List (all in favor)
Common Council
The Common Council will consider a closed‑session personnel matter, adopt resolutions for the St. John’s Estates public improvements and the 2026 Lake Country Municipal Court budget, and discuss a beer and wine license application for Savory. It will also approve vouchers totaling $220,645.68 for accounts payable and $128,146.44 for payroll.
- Adopt Resolution 2025-15 to accept dedication of public improvements for the St. John’s Estates development
- Adopt Resolution 2025-16 approving the 2026 Lake Country Municipal Court budget
- Consider Class B Beer and Class C Wine license applications for Custom Culinary Creations D/B/A Savory, 3047 Village Square Dr., Hartland
- Review Extraterritorial Certified Survey Map request (DELT0810113) for lot combination on Glen Cove Road
- Approve vouchers payable report: $220,645.68 for accounts payable and $128,146.44 for payroll
The Common Council adopted Resolution 2025-15 to accept the dedication of public improvements for the St. John’s Estates development. It also approved Resolution 2025-16, the 2026 Lake Country Municipal Court budget. The council granted a Class B beer license and a Class C wine license to Custom Culinary Creations D/B/A Savory, and approved an extraterritorial certified survey map for a property on Glen Cove Road. Additional actions included confirming three city appointments and approving vouchers payable totaling $348,792.12.
- Adopted Resolution 2025-15 for St. John’s Estates public improvements (all in favor)
- Approved Resolution 2025-16, 2026 Lake Country Municipal Court budget (all in favor)
- Approved Class B beer and Class C wine licenses for Custom Culinary Creations D/B/A Savory (all in favor)
- Approved Extraterritorial Certified Survey Map for DELT0810113, W297 N2007 Glen Cove Road (all in favor)
- Confirmed Jonathan Sawant as Police Commission citizen member (all in favor)
- Confirmed Police Chief Landon Nyren as city representative on Lake Country Municipal Court Administrative Committee (all in favor)
- Confirmed City Administrator Tom Hafner as alternate representative on the same committee (all in favor)
- Approved Vouchers Payable report: $220,645.68 accounts payable and $128,146.44 payroll (all in favor)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Park & Recreation Commission
The Delafield Park & Recreation Commission will discuss and potentially act on several items, including a review of the proposed 2026 budget, a partnership with Hartland Park & Recreation, and rules for e-bikes and other motorized vehicles in city parks. The commission will also consider requests for a tree planting from the Jan Turnock Memorial Fund and a ceremonial chair placement from Promotion and Tourism. The agenda includes discussion of the 2026 budget, which proposes a 13.27% increase in park and recreation expenditures to $276,403.
- Review of proposed 2026 budget with total expenditures of $276,403, a 13.27% increase over the amended 2025 budget
- Discussion of partnership and collaboration ideas with Hartland Park & Recreation, including meeting with Recreation Director Sam Blonien
- Discussion of rules for e-bikes, e-scooters, and other motorized vehicles in city parks and trails
- Tree planting request from the Jan Turnock Memorial Fund
- Ceremonial/Selfie chair placement request from Promotion and Tourism
The Park & Recreation Commission approved the minutes from its October 27, 2025 meeting. It approved planting two trees near the World War II monument and at the entrance to Liberty Park using funds from the Jan Turnock Memorial Fund. The commission also approved placing a ceremonial chair in front of the Promotion and Tourism building. Members voted to cancel the scheduled December 22, 2025 meeting.
- Approved October 27, 2025 meeting minutes (all in favor)
- Approved tree plantings near WWII monument and Liberty Park entrance (all in favor)
- Approved placement of ceremonial chair at Promotion and Tourism grounds (all in favor)
- Cancelled the December 22, 2025 commission meeting (all in favor)
Plan Commission
The Delafield Plan Commission will consider a Special Exception to allow a new residence and attached garage at 3007 Sylvester Drive that exceeds current floor‑area, open‑space and front‑yard setback limits. It will also review a Conditional Use amendment for a six‑unit condominium at 805 Wells Street to acknowledge removal of a protected Beech tree and add mitigation conditions. Additional items include several permanent signage approvals and a site‑plan request for a veterinary urgent‑care facility.
- Permanent signage approval for "Couple More Guys" at 329A Genesee Street (Consent Agenda).
- Special Exception to build a new residence and attached garage at 3007 Sylvester Drive (Public Hearing #1).
- Conditional Use amendment for 805 Wells Street condo units 1‑6 to address Beech tree removal (Public Hearing #2).
- Permanent signage approval for "Savory" at 3047 Village Square Drive (New Business).
- Site Plan, Appearance, and Business Plan approval for a veterinary urgent‑care facility at 3250 Hillside Drive (New Business).
The commission approved the minutes of the October 29 meeting (Hausman abstained). The consent agenda was approved unanimously. The commission approved the special exception for the front‑yard setback at 3007 Sylvester Drive and denied the requests for a larger floor‑area ratio and additional open‑space, with Commissioner Schult voting nay on the motion.
- Approved October 29 minutes (Hausman abstained)
- Approved consent agenda (all in favor)
- Approved front‑yard setback special exception for 3007 Sylvester Drive (Schult voted nay)
- Denied special exception for exceeding maximum floor‑area ratio at 3007 Sylvester Drive
- Denied special exception for insufficient open space at 3007 Sylvester Drive
Deer Management Committee
The Deer Management Committee meeting scheduled for November 18, 2025, has been cancelled due to lack of business. The committee will reconvene on December 16, 2025.
Common Council
The Delafield Common Council will discuss several actions, including adopting Ordinance No. 844 to allow artisan and craft workshops as a conditional use in the A‑1 Agricultural District, accepting two citizen resignations from the Police Commission and appointing a new member, and reviewing a proposed increase to building permit fees through Resolution 2025‑11. The council will also order a special election for the District 5 aldermanic seat and consider the 2026 operating and capital budgets for Lake Country Fire & Rescue.
- Ordinance No. 844 – amendment to Chapter 52 Zoning Ordinance to permit artisan and craft workshops in the A‑1 Agricultural District (requested by Bonnie Knoff).
- Accept resignation of Mark Beierle (Citizen Member, Police Commission, term expires 04/2028).
- Accept resignation of Gerry MacDougall (Citizen Member, Police Commission, term expires 04/2027).
- Confirm appointment of Jared Volk as Citizen Member of the Police Commission (term expires 04/2027).
- Discussion of proposed building permit fee increases and adoption of Resolution 2025‑11 to update the City Fee Schedule.
The council approved Ordinance 844, amending the zoning code to allow artisan and craft workshops as a conditional use in the A‑1 Agricultural District. They accepted the resignations of two citizen members of the Police Commission, appointed Jared Volk to replace one, and ordered a special election to fill the Aldermanic District 5 seat. The council also adopted the 2026 city operating and capital budgets, updated the building‑permit fee schedule, approved the LCFR intermunicipal agreement amendment, and increased the SIP capital line item.
- Approved Ordinance 844 zoning amendment (all in favor)
- Accepted resignation of Mark Beierle from Police Commission (all in favor)
- Accepted resignation of Gerry MacDougall from Police Commission (all in favor)
- Confirmed appointment of Jared Volk to Police Commission (all in favor)
- Ordered a Special Election for Aldermanic District 5 (all in favor)
- Approved Resolution 2025-11 updating the City Fee Schedule for building permits (all in favor)
- Approved the 2026 LCFR operating budget (all in favor)
- Increased the 2026 SIP capital budget line item from $700,000 to $735,000 (all in favor)
Lake Welfare Committee
The Lake Welfare Committee will meet to discuss and potentially take action on several lake management issues. Topics include wakesurfing, water levels, and weed harvesting. The committee will also consider a decibel meter for the Delafield Police Department.
- Wakesurfing recommendations and notifications
- Erosion and storm runoff from the east side of Nagawicka Lake
- Nagawicka Lake water level and no-wake rules
- Decibel meter for the Delafield Police Department
- Aerators and weed harvesting
The committee approved the minutes from the October 8, 2025 regular meeting. No other actions were approved; discussions on erosion, water level, aerators and weed harvesting were deferred pending further information.
- Approved October 8, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- No decisions made on erosion/storm runoff from East Side of Nagawicka Lake
- No decisions made on Nagawicka Lake water level or no‑wake rules
- No decisions made on aerator usage or restrictions
- No decisions made on weed harvesting policy
Promotion & Tourism Commission
The Promotion & Tourism Commission meeting scheduled for November 11, 2025 was cancelled because there was no business to discuss. The commission will reconvene at its next regular meeting on December 9, 2025.
Library Board
The Board of Trustees will meet to discuss the 2026 Annual Addendum to the Bridges Library System Member Library and CAFE Agreements. The meeting also includes a discussion on the Library Foundation sub-committee.
- 2026 Annual Addendum to the Bridges Library System Member Library & CAFE Agreements
- Library Foundation sub-committee discussion and possible action
- Audit and approval of monthly expenditures, including a $819.63 payment to Hoopla
- Discussion of interior painting for the library building
The Library Board approved the meeting minutes and authorized the Empire Painting bid for interior painting. It also approved the launch of a Library Foundation Steering Committee to explore a capital campaign fund, and ratified the 2026 Annual Addendum to the Bridges Library System agreements. A motion to correct a monthly expense invoice was also carried.
- Approved meeting minutes (motion carried)
- Approved Empire Painting bid for library interior painting (motion carried)
- Approved launch of Library Foundation Steering Committee for capital campaign (motion carried)
- Approved 2026 Annual Addendum to Bridges Library System agreements (motion carried)
- Approved correction of monthly expenditure invoice (motion carried)
Park & Recreation Commission
The Park & Recreation Commission will conduct a park walk to review the condition of several city parks. The walk starts at Bostrom Park and proceeds to St. John’s Park, Veterans Memorial Riverwalk, Cushing Memorial Park, and Bleeker Street Boat Launch. No formal actions or decisions will be taken during this session.
- Visit Bostrom Park – 255 Mulberry Dr.
- Visit St. John’s Park – 1000 Genesee St.
- Visit Veterans Memorial Riverwalk – approx. start 925 N Genesee St.
- Visit Cushing Memorial Park – 600 N Cushing Park Rd.
- Visit Bleeker Street Boat Launch – 923 Lake Dr.
Public Works Committee
The Delafield Public Works Committee announced that its scheduled meeting for November 5, 2025 was cancelled because there was no business to consider. No agenda items were presented, and the committee will meet next on December 3, 2025 as planned. The cancellation notice was posted on October 30, 2025.
Police Commission
The Delafield Police Commission will discuss possible action to decertify the eligibility list approved on May 7, 2025. It will also consider approving a new eligibility list for hiring police officers, which would be valid for two years or until decertified. A motion will be made to hold a closed session to review employment and performance data of police officer applicants.
- Discussion and possible action on decertification of the eligibility list approved on 5/7/2025
- Discussion and possible action to approve a new eligibility list for hiring Police Officers, valid for two years or until decertified
- Motion to convene a closed session to consider employment, promotion, compensation, or performance evaluation data of Police Officer applicants
Common Council
The Common Council will hold a public hearing to gather resident comment on the proposed 2026 budget and 2025 tax levy. The body will also discuss a one-year amendment to the Lake Country Fire & Rescue Intermunicipal Agreement regarding 2026 budget cost sharing.
- Public hearing for 2026 Proposed Budget and 2025 Tax Levy
- Proposed one-year amendment to Lake Country Fire & Rescue Intermunicipal Agreement
- Approval of vouchers for $328,746.80 in accounts payable and $125,646.12 for payroll
- Appointment of Heather Wooten to the Library Board
The Common Council confirmed Heather Wooten as the citizen member, resident representative on the Library Board, filling the vacancy left by Tracie Fehrm. The council also approved vouchers payable totaling $328,746.80 for accounts payable and $125,646.12 for payroll. Additional consent agenda items approved included a BPO for expanded seating at Green Door Café, the Commodore fence construction, and a Deer Management Committee vote to provide gift cards for harvest photos. No other substantive actions were taken.
- Confirmed Heather Wooten to Library Board (all in favor)
- Approved vouchers payable $328,746.80 accounts payable and $125,646.12 payroll (all in favor)
- Approved BPO for expanded seating at Green Door Café (approved)
- Approved Commodore fence construction (approved)
- Deer Management Committee voted to provide gift cards for harvest photos (voted)
Plan Commission
The Delafield Plan Commission will review a consent agenda that includes permanent signage approvals and business plan requests. It will hold a public hearing to amend Chapter 52‑142(22) to allow artisan and craft workshops as conditional uses in the A‑1 Agricultural District. The commission will also consider unfinished business fence site plans and new business items such as a café seating expansion, a veterinary urgent‑care concept, a special‑exception residence, a condominium tree‑removal amendment, and a new signage request.
- Permanent signage approval for Macqueen Emergency at 350 Austin Circle
- Permanent signage approval for Debugged Tech Services at 715 Oneida Street
- Public hearing on text amendment to Chapter 52 zoning ordinance for artisan and craft workshops (requested by Bonnie Knoff)
- Site plan and appearance approval for a fence at 1807 Nagawicka Road (The Commodore)
- Business plan approval to expand seating at The Green Door Café, 814 N. Genesee Street
The commission approved the September 24 meeting minutes and a consent agenda that included permanent signage for two businesses and a business plan for a labor services firm. It also approved site‑plan and appearance requests for two fence projects and a business‑plan amendment to expand seating at the Green Door Café, each with all commissioners in favor.
- Approved minutes of the September 24, 2025 meeting (all in favor)
- Approved permanent signage for Macqueen Emergency at 350 Austin Circle (all in favor)
- Approved permanent signage for Debugged Tech Services at 715 Oneida Street (all in favor)
- Approved Business Plan of Operation for Couple More Guys at 329A Genesee Street (all in favor)
- Approved fence site plan and appearance for 1807 Nagawicka Road (all in favor)
- Approved privacy fence panels at 2429 Woodland Park Drive, subject to a survey (all in favor)
- Approved Business Plan of Operation expanding seating for Green Door Café at 814 N. Genesee Street, with conditions (all in favor)
Common Council
The Delafield Common Council issued a notice that members, possibly forming a quorum, may be present at a Lake Country Fire & Rescue community partners meeting on October 28, 2025. The meeting will be held at the Wales Community Center, 216 South Street, Wales, WI, and will discuss amendments to the Lake Country Fire and Rescue Intermunicipal Agreement. No formal action or decision will be taken by any governmental body during this gathering.
- Possible quorum of Delafield City Council members may attend the LCFR partner meeting
- Discussion of amendments to the Lake Country Fire & Rescue Intermunicipal Agreement
- Meeting location: Wales Community Center, 216 South Street, Wales, WI
Park & Recreation Commission
The Commission will review the proposed 2026 budget, including funding for a concert stage and tree planting. Members will also discuss policies regarding motorized vehicles in parks and the disposition of a playground slide.
- Proposed $22,500 budget for a Liberty Park concert series stage rental and installation
- Proposed $25,000 tree planting at Oakwood Park using the City's tree fund and a potential state grant
- Proposed floating paddleboard/kayak launch at St John’s Park
- Proposed extension of pedestrian safety lighting from St John’s Park to Liberty Park via the VMR
- Discussion on e-bike and e-scooter policy, signage, and public education
The commission approved the August 25, 2025 meeting minutes. They voted to keep the Fireman's Park playground slide, contingent on installing an adequate safety railing. The commission also scheduled the Fall Park Walk for November 8, 2025 at 9:00 a.m., starting at Bostrom Park.
- Approved August 25, 2025 minutes (all in favor)
- Kept Fireman's Park slide pending adequate railing (all in favor)
- Scheduled Fall Park Walk for Nov 8, 2025 at 9:00 a.m., starting at Bostrom Park
Tree Board
The Delafield Tree Board will consider approval of the July 28, 2025 meeting minutes. It will discuss the proposed 2026 budget, review the tree fund and Tree Planting Plan, and consider an Oakwood Park grant application. The board will also hear about Liberty Park tree maintenance performed by Ice Age Trail volunteers.
- Approval of minutes from the July 28, 2025 regular meeting
- Proposed 2026 budget for the Tree Board
- Review of the tree fund and Tree Planting Plan
- Oakwood Park grant application
- Liberty Park tree maintenance by Ice Age Trail volunteers
The board approved the minutes from the July 28, 2025 meeting. It voted to increase the Tree Fund contribution for the Oakwood Park tree‑planting project to $26,000. The Tree Fund balance was reported at about $56,000, sufficient to cover the Oakwood Park project and next year's plantings.
- Approved July 28, 2025 minutes (all in favor)
- Increased Tree Fund contribution for Oakwood Park planting to $26,000 (all in favor)
Common Council
The Common Council will meet to review and discuss the Proposed 2026 City Budget. No formal action will be taken during this workshop.
- Review of the 2026 Proposed Budget Book
Deer Management Committee
The Deer Management Committee will review and possibly approve the minutes from its June 17, August 19, and September 16 2025 meetings. Members will hear a State of the Union update on field activities from Chair Joe Reynoso. The committee will also discuss promotional incentives for restaurants and other entities, and communication matters related to hunters. No formal decisions beyond the minutes approval are indicated.
- Approval of minutes from June 17, August 19, and September 16 2025 meetings
- State of the Union update on field activities by Chair Joe Reynoso
- Review of incentives and promotion flyer for restaurants and other incentives
- Discussion of hunter communications
The Deer Management Committee approved the minutes from the June, August and September 2025 meetings. It also approved continuing two $100 restaurant certificates for the rest of the year for hunters who submit photos, and amended the program to provide two $100 certificates each month starting in November, for a total of six certificates. All motions passed unanimously.
- Approved June 17, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Approved August 19, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Approved September 16, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Approved continuation of two $100 restaurant certificates for the remainder of the year (unanimous)
- Approved amendment to offer two $100 restaurant certificates per month starting November, total six (unanimous)
Common Council
The Common Council will hold a closed‑session meeting where the Western Lakes Fire District will present a proposal to provide fire, rescue, and emergency medical services to Delafield. In open session, council members will vote on the 2025 Waukesha County Tax Collection Services Agreement, approve vouchers totaling $269,877.97 for accounts payable and $175,249.52 for payroll, and discuss granting an additional Reserve Class B liquor license now that the population is 7,240. The council will also confirm the appointment of Travis Manard to the Lake Welfare Committee.
- Closed‑session presentation by Western Lakes Fire District on fire and EMS services
- Approve 2025 Waukesha County Tax Collection Services Agreement
- Approve vouchers: $269,877.97 accounts payable, $175,249.52 payroll
- Consider additional Reserve Class B liquor license (population 7,240)
- Confirm appointment of Travis Manard to Lake Welfare Committee
The Common Council approved Resolution 2025-12, allowing non‑substantive changes to the Lake Country Fire & Rescue intermunicipal agreement. It set November 30, 2025 as the deadline for applications for the Reserve “Class B” liquor license. The council also confirmed Travis Manard’s appointment to the Lake Welfare Committee and approved vouchers payable totaling $269,877.97 for accounts payable and $175,249.52 for payroll.
- Approved Resolution 2025-12 for Lake Country Fire & Rescue agreement (all in favor)
- Set deadline for Reserve “Class B” liquor license applications to November 30, 2025 (all in favor)
- Confirmed appointment of Travis Manard to Lake Welfare Committee, term expires 04/2026 (all in favor)
- Approved vouchers payable: $269,877.97 accounts payable and $175,249.52 payroll (all in favor)
- Approved consent agenda as presented (all in favor)
- Approved 2025 Waukesha County Tax Collection Services Agreement (all in favor)
- Approved minutes from September 15, 2025 meeting (all in favor)
- Approved minutes from October 6, 2025 meeting (all in favor, with one abstention)
Promotion & Tourism Commission
The Promotion & Tourism Commission will discuss marketing projects for 2025 and 2026. The body will review the 2026 budget and the allocation of funds for Delafield trail debt.
- Final review of 2026 Promotion and Tourism Budget
- Allocation of funds to Delafield trail debt
- Tree Lighting Ceremony on November 21, 2025
- Ice Age Trail sign update
- Q2 2025 Hotel Tax Income report
The commission approved the minutes from the July 8, 2025 meeting. It also approved the 2026 Z2 budget recommendation presented by the Executive Director. A voucher for July expenses was signed and approved. No other actions were decided at this meeting.
- Approved July 8, 2025 meeting minutes (motion passed)
- Approved 2026 Z2 Budget Recommendation (motion passed)
- Approved July voucher for Promotion & Tourism expenses (motion passed)
Library Board
The Delafield Public Library Board will discuss a possible update to the Library Foundation Steering Committee and consider the Library Holidays schedule for 2026. The meeting also includes reports from the Bridges Library System and Friends of the Library, and a vote to audit and approve the month’s expenditures. The board will set the date for the next meeting before adjourning.
- Discussion and possible action: Library Foundation Steering Committee update
- Discussion and possible action: Library Holidays 2026
- Bridges Library System Report
- Friends of the Library report
- Audit and Approval of Monthly Expenditures
Lake Welfare Committee
The Lake Welfare Committee will meet to discuss lake management and safety measures. The agenda includes reviews of wakesurfing and water level rules for Nagawicka Lake. The committee will also consider a decibel meter for the Delafield Police Department.
- Nagawicka Lake water level and no-wake rules
- Decibel meter for the Delafield Police Department
- Wakesurfing recommendations and notifications
- Erosion and storm runoff from the east side of Nagawicka Lake
- "Welcome to the Lake" program
The committee approved the minutes from the August 13, 2025 regular meeting after hearing no objections. No other actions were taken; discussions on lake programs and issues were noted but not decided. The next regular meeting is set for November 12, 2025.
- Approved August 13, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous, no objections)
Common Council
The Common Council will adopt Resolution No. 2025‑10 to establish the city's 2026 impact fee schedule. It will also consider Resolution 2025‑09, which creates an administrative fee and penalty for past‑due accounts receivable. Additional items include a copier lease agreement, a conditional‑use violation at 805 Wells Street, and Ordinance No. 843 updating interest charges on delinquent accounts.
- Adopt Resolution No. 2025‑10: set 2026 impact fee schedule
- Approve Resolution 2025‑09: administrative fee for past‑due accounts
- Adopt Ordinance No. 843: revise interest rates on delinquent accounts
- Approve new copier lease agreement for City Hall
- Address conditional‑use violation for 805 Wells Street condominium (Beech tree preservation)
The Common Council approved its consent agenda and adopted Resolution No. 2025‑10 setting the 2026 impact‑fee schedule. It approved two extraterritorial certified survey map requests to divide and combine lots in the Town of Delafield. The council referred the 805 Wells Street Conditional Use issue to the Plan Commission, approved a 60‑month copier lease, adopted Ordinance No. 843 updating delinquent‑account interest to 1.5%, and approved the fire‑department IMA formula adjustments and new‑hire plan.
- Approved consent agenda (all in favor)
- Approved extraterritorial certified survey map to divide lot at DELT0850999001 W316 S198 HWY 83 (all in favor)
- Approved extraterritorial certified survey map to combine lots at DELT0810076 N20 W29976 Glen Cove Road (all in favor)
- Referred 805 Wells Street Conditional Use amendment to Plan Commission (all in favor)
- Approved 60‑month lease for Konica Minolta copier (all in favor)
- Adopted Ordinance No. 843 updating delinquent‑account interest to 1.5% (all in favor)
- Approved fire IMA formula adjustments, two‑year fee cuts and three new hires over four years (all in favor)
- Adopted Resolution No. 2025‑10 setting 2026 impact‑fee schedule (all in favor)
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Public Works Committee
The Delafield Public Works Committee will hold a public informational meeting and consider the Oakwood Road Path, a 10‑foot‑wide paved path from Nagawicka Road to STH 83, as part of the 2027 construction season. The committee will also review traffic staff recommendations, including installing “Blind Person Area” signage near Milwaukee and Nagawicka Streets, conducting additional speed studies on Milwaukee Street in fall 2025 and spring 2026, and evaluating an accessible parking request on Main and Oneida Streets. Minutes from the September 3, 2025 meeting will be approved.
- Oakwood Road Path project: 10‑foot‑wide paved path from Nagawicka Road to STH 83
- Traffic staff recommends “Blind Person Area” signage at Milwaukee Street near Nagawicka and Bayshore Lane
- Recommendation for two additional speed studies on Milwaukee Street (fall 2025 and spring 2026)
- Evaluation of an accessible parking spot request near Main Street and Oneida Street (no action yet)
- Approval of minutes from the September 3, 2025 regular meeting
The Public Works Committee approved the installation of “Blind Person Area” warning signs eastbound west of Oak Street and westbound near Bayshore Lane, with exact placement to be determined by field conditions. The committee also approved additional traffic speed studies in the fall and spring and increased police speed‑enforcement emphasis on Milwaukee Street before any further measures. The minutes of the September 3, 2025 regular meeting were approved.
- Approved installation of “Blind Person Area” warning signs eastbound west of Oak Street and westbound near Bayshore Lane (all in favor, motion carried)
- Approved additional traffic speed studies in fall and spring and added police speed‑enforcement emphasis on Milwaukee Street (all in favor, motion carried)
- Approved the minutes of the September 3, 2025 regular meeting
Plan Commission
The Delafield Plan Commission will review several site‑plan applications, including a dumpster enclosure modification on Milwaukee Street and a privacy fence on Mill Street. It will also consider a zoning amendment to allow artisan and craft workshops as a conditional use in the A‑1 Agricultural District. The commission will approve minutes from the August 27 meeting and address consent agenda items for extraterritorial survey maps and a youth cheerleading program.
- Consent agenda: John Havnen request to divide lot on W316 S198 HWY 83 (extraterritorial certified survey map)
- Consent agenda: David & Andrea Mihalovich request to combine lots on N20 W29976 Glen Cove Road (extraterritorial certified survey map)
- Unfinished business: Modify dumpster enclosure site plan for 524 Milwaukee Street (Hendricks Commercial Properties)
- New business: Roof replacement site plan for 403 Genesee Street (Delafield Chiropractic)
- Zoning amendment: Add artisan and craft workshops as a conditional use in the A‑1 Agricultural District
The Commission approved the minutes of the August 27 meeting and adopted the consent agenda, which included extraterritorial survey map approvals and a youth cheerleading business plan. It also approved a modified dumpster enclosure site plan, denied a 6‑foot privacy fence in favor of a 4‑foot open fence pending a survey, approved a roof replacement at 403 Genesee Street, and postponed a site‑plan review for two Indian Spring Drive properties. Finally, the Commission voted to schedule a public hearing on October 29 to consider amending Chapter 52‑142(22) to allow artisan and craft workshops as a conditional use in the A‑1 Agricultural District.
- Approved minutes of the August 27, 2025 meeting (unanimous)
- Approved consent agenda items: two extraterritorial survey map divisions/combinations and Jump Joy Cheer business plan (unanimous)
- Approved modified dumpster enclosure site plan, conditional on a revised parking plan (unanimous)
- Postponed site‑plan and appearance review for 940 and 1050 Indian Spring Drive to the October meeting (unanimous)
- Approved roof replacement at 403 Genesee Street (unanimous)
- Denied 6‑foot privacy fence; approved 4‑foot open‑style fence subject to a pre‑installation survey (unanimous)
- Scheduled public hearing for October 29, 2025 to amend Chapter 52‑142(22) for artisan workshops (unanimous)
Park & Recreation Commission
The Park & Recreation Commission meeting scheduled for September 22, 2025, has been cancelled due to lack of business. The body will reconvene on October 27, 2025.
Lake Welfare Committee
The Lake Welfare Committee will hold its Annual Lake Awareness Meeting on September 18, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. at the Delafield American Legion Post 196. The notice states that a possible quorum of members from the Committee, Common Council, or other city bodies may be present, but no formal meeting or decisions will occur. No actions or matters will be considered at this gathering.
- Notice of possible quorum – no formal meeting or actions scheduled
Deer Management Committee
The Deer Management Committee will review the minutes from June 17 and August 19, 2025, and then discuss updates on field activities, promotional incentives, and hunter communications for the upcoming bow season. The meeting includes citizen comments and a brief new‑business segment for correspondence and future agenda requests. No formal actions or votes are listed on the agenda.
- Approval of minutes from the June 17 and August 19, 2025, regular meetings
- State of the Union update on field activities by Chair Joe Reynoso
- Review of incentives and promotion flyers for restaurants and other venues
- Hunter communications: DNR reminders for the bow season
- Correspondence and requests for future agenda items
The Deer Management Committee met on September 16, 2025 at City Hall, Council Chambers. Members discussed the status of hunting stands, promotional flyers, and plans to improve communication with registered hunters, but no formal actions or votes were taken. Approval of the June 17 and August 19 meeting minutes was deferred to the next meeting. The meeting adjourned at 6:52 p.m.
Common Council
The Delafield Common Council will discuss and possibly act on several items, including a lot‑division request on Kettle Moraine Drive, amendments to Lake Country Fire & Rescue agreements, and a new ordinance that would restrict parking on a segment of Mariner Drive to Nagawicka Yacht Club members only. The council will also consider joining a regional coalition supporting an I‑94 expansion study, approve voucher payments totaling $715,410.04, and address recent appointments to the Plan Commission.
- Extraterritorial Certified Survey Map approval to divide a lot at W330 N247 Kettle Moraine Drive
- Amended Lake Country Fire & Rescue Intermunicipal Agreement covering funding and staffing
- Memorandum of Understanding to add three full‑time firefighter/paramedic positions each year for 2026‑2029
- Ordinance 842 amending parking rules to allow Nagawicka Yacht Club members only on Mariner Drive
- Approval of vouchers payable: $429,735.96 for accounts payable and $285,674.08 for payroll
The Common Council approved the August 18 minutes and the consent agenda, which included a library levy resolution. Council members voted to approve an extraterritorial certified survey map to split a lot on Kettle Moraine Drive. They accepted a resignation and appointed a replacement to the Plan Commission, and approved joining a regional coalition to support a study for expanding Interstate 94.
- Approved August 18, 2025 minutes (all in favor)
- Approved consent agenda, including Library Levy Resolution 2025-08 (all in favor)
- Approved Extraterritorial Certified Survey Map to divide lot DELT0840994003, W330 N247 Kettle Moraine Drive (all in favor)
- Accepted resignation of Dan Jashinsky from Plan Commission (all in favor)
- Confirmed appointment of Leslie Donavan to Plan Commission (all in favor)
- Approved City joining Waukesha County Business Alliance coalition for I‑94 major highway project study (all in favor)
Promotion & Tourism Commission
The Delafield Promotion & Tourism Commission scheduled for September 9, 2025 was cancelled because a quorum was not present. No decisions or discussions took place at this meeting. The commission will meet again at its next regular session on October 14, 2025.
- Meeting cancelled; no agenda items considered
Promotion & Tourism Commission
The Promotion & Tourism Commission will review 2025 marketing projects, 2026 special projects, and the 2026 budget. The body will also discuss the allocation of funds for Delafield trail debt and review hotel tax income reports.
- Review of 2025/26 marketing projects
- Allocation of funds to Delafield trail debt
- Review of 2026 Promotion and Tourism Budget
- Q2 2025 Hotel Tax Income Report
- Approval of July 2025 vouchers
Library Board
The Library Board of Trustees will meet to elect a President, Vice President, Secretary, and Fiduciary. The board will also receive an update from the Library Foundation and review monthly expenditures.
- Elections for Board President, Vice President, Secretary, and Fiduciary
- Library Foundation update
- Audit and approval of monthly expenditures
The Library Board approved the August meeting minutes, with one member abstaining. The board accepted the proposed officer slate for president, vice president, recording secretary, and fiduciary. The board also approved the monthly financial expenditures. The next meeting was scheduled for October 14, 2025.
- Approved August meeting minutes (motion carried, Aicher abstained)
- Accepted officer slate: President Todd Hillmer, Vice President Nichole Krickhahn, Recording Secretary Betsy Felix, Fiduciary Robert Mitchell (motion passed)
- Approved monthly expenditures (motion passed)
- Set next meeting date for October 14, 2025 at 6:30 PM
Common Council
The Common Council will meet with governing bodies from Chenequa, Nashotah, Oconomowoc Lake, Delafield Town, Wales, and Genesee. The group will review fire and rescue operations and budgets. No formal action will be taken by the City of Delafield Common Council.
- Review of 2024 call volumes and accomplishments
- Review of 2024 Audit
- Discussion of 2026 Operations and Capital Budgets
Public Works Committee
The Delafield Public Works Committee will meet to discuss and possibly act on two key items: the Oakwood Road Path Project and a site plan for expanding a parking lot at 920 Indian Spring Drive to serve Delafield Dental. The committee will also review minutes from the previous meeting and hear public comments.
- Oakwood Road Path Project discussion and possible action
- Site Plan and Appearance approval sought for parking lot expansion at 920 Indian Spring Drive for Delafield Dental
- Approval of minutes from August 6, 2025 meeting
The committee approved the minutes from the August 6, 2025 meeting. It also approved the expansion of the parking lot at 920 Indian Spring Drive for Delafield Dental, requiring engineering reviews of the retaining wall, tree, fence dimensions, and turning radius. An update on the Oakwood Road Path Project was given, with public input scheduled for the October meeting. The Public Works Director reported on recent flooding and sewer lift station issues.
- Approved August 6, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Approved expansion of Delafield Dental parking lot at 920 Indian Spring Dr, subject to engineering and fence conditions (unanimous)
Plan Commission
The Delafield Plan Commission will meet to approve minutes from the July 30 meeting, review consent agenda items including permanent signage requests for pet retail and construction businesses, and discuss new business such as site plan approvals for a church entrance gate, a privacy fence, parking lot expansion, and grading activities. The Commission will also provide feedback on proposed zoning amendments for artisan workshops and environmental corridor overlays.
- Permanent signage for What’s in the Bowl Pet Shop at 3163 Golf Road
- Permanent signage for Callen Construction at 2736 Hillside Drive
- Site plan approval for Divine Redeemer Lutheran Church entrance gate at 31385 Hill Street
- Site plan approval for a six-foot privacy fence at 2429 Woodland Park Drive
- Proposed zoning amendments for artisan workshops in A-1 Agricultural District
The commission approved the consent agenda items, including permanent signage for a pet shop and a construction design center and a lot‑division survey map. It approved a site plan and appearance for an entrance gate at Divine Redeemer Lutheran Church. It postponed action on a six‑foot privacy fence at 2429 Woodland Park Drive. It approved the site plan and appearance to expand the parking lot for Delafield Dental with six conditions, and it approved grading‑activity site plans for two Indian Spring Drive properties with three conditions.
- Approved consent agenda items (permanent signage for What’s in the Bowl Pet Shop, permanent signage for Callen Construction, and extraterritorial certified survey map for lot division) – all in favor
- Approved site plan and appearance for entrance gate at Divine Redeemer Lutheran Church – all in favor
- Postponed action on six‑foot privacy fence at 2429 Woodland Park Drive – all in favor
- Approved site plan and appearance to expand parking lot for Delafield Dental, subject to six conditions – all in favor
- Approved site plan and appearance for grading activities at 940 and 1050 Indian Spring Drive, subject to three conditions – all in favor
Park & Recreation Commission
The commission will discuss planning for the 2026 budget and the use of e-bikes and e-scooters in city parks and trails. The body will also consider a fee waiver for the Lions Club to use Liberty Park for the annual car show.
- Lions Club request for Liberty Park use and fee waiver for the August 31 Car Show
- Discussion on e-bikes, e-scooters, and motorized vehicles in parks and trails
- Planning for the 2026 Park & Rec Budget
- Disposition of the Jan Turnock memorial donation
- Update on the $20,000 Oakwood Park Tree Planting grant
The Park & Recreation Commission approved the minutes from its June 23 and July 28 meetings. It authorized a sign reading “Boardwalk Restricted to Foot Travel Only” and granted the Lions Club a three‑year fee waiver for its annual car show in Liberty Park. The commission also directed that remaining Jan Turnock Memorial funds be donated to the Delafield Tree Fund and deferred the Gaga Pit budget item to next fall.
- Approved minutes of June 23, 2025 meeting (all in favor)
- Approved minutes of July 28, 2025 meeting (all in favor)
- Approved creation of “Boardwalk Restricted to Foot Travel Only” sign (all in favor)
- Approved three-year fee waiver for Lions Club annual car show in Liberty Park (all in favor)
- Approved donation of remaining Jan Turnock Memorial funds to Delafield Tree Fund (all in favor)
- Deferred Gaga Pit budget item to next fall (decision made, no vote recorded)
Library Board
The Delafield Public Library Board of Trustees will meet to discuss and possibly take action on the proposed 2026 budget and board elections. The board will also review monthly expenditures and receive reports from the Director, Treasurer, and the Bridges Library System.
- Proposed 2026 Library budget discussion
- Library Board elections
- Approval of monthly expenditures totaling $5,127.57
- Payment of $1,100.94 to J.M. Brennan Inc. for AC repair
- Payment of $1,500 to Kleanline, LLC for August cleaning
The board approved the meeting minutes (one abstention). It adjusted the employee cell‑phone stipend to $70 for the director and $60 for two staff members. The 2026 library budget was adopted, passing with one nay vote. New officers were elected: President Todd Hillmer, Vice‑President Nicole Krickhahn, Secretary Betsy Felix, and Fiduciary Robert Mitchell.
- Approved minutes (motion carried with one abstention)
- Adjusted employee cell‑phone stipend to $70 (director) and $60 (two staff) – motion carried
- Adopted 2026 library budget – motion carried with one nay vote
- Approved monthly expenditures – motion carried
- Elected Todd Hillmer as President
- Elected Nicole Krickhahn as Vice‑President
- Elected Betsy Felix as Secretary
- Elected Robert Mitchell as Fiduciary
Deer Management Committee
The committee will review current field activities and incentives. Members will discuss the use of Frog Hollow and the Land Conservancy, as well as the scheduler for hunter sign-ups.
- Review of incentives and promotions
- Update on Land Conservancy and use of Frog Hollow
- Update on hunter sign-ups and opening scheduler
The committee voted to recommend Todd Wenzel as Vice Chair. The motion was seconded by Gene Olson and carried with all members in favor. No other actions were taken; remaining agenda items were discussed without formal decisions.
- Recommended Todd Wenzel as Vice Chair – motion carried unanimously
Common Council
The Delafield Common Council will meet August 18 at 7 p.m. to interview candidates for the vacant District 5 alderperson seat, vote on a two-year property-tax assessment contract with Waukesha County, and act on several routine approvals including vouchers totaling $1.96 million.
- Appoint new District 5 alderperson to fill seat vacated by Matt Grimmer (term ending April 2026)
- Approve 2026–2027 Waukesha County Data Processing Services property-tax assessment and billing agreement
- Amend 2025 capital budget for public-works plow truck via Resolution 2025-06
- Approve vouchers payable totaling $1,404,095.34 for accounts payable and $560,819.00 for payroll
- Consider Library Board request for interior drop box at City Hall
The council appointed George Pavin as the new alderperson for District 5. It also approved the Brewfinity AB‑105 alcohol permit, a capital‑budget amendment for a public works plow truck, and the 2026 council calendar. Additional actions included setting the 2025 Trick‑or‑Treat date, approving vouchers totaling $1,964,914.34, accepting two resignations, and confirming Dirk Wilken on the Plan Commission.
- Appointed George Pavin as Alderperson for District 5 (all in favor)
- Approved AB‑105 application for Brewfinity to serve alcohol on Sep 7 2025 (all in favor)
- Approved Resolution 2025‑06 amending 2025 capital budget for a public works plow truck (all in favor)
- Approved 2026 Common Council Calendar (all in favor)
- Set 2025 City Trick‑or‑Treat date for Oct 25 2025, 5‑8 PM (all in favor)
- Approved vouchers payable $1,404,095.34 accounts payable and $560,819.00 payroll (all in favor)
- Accepted resignation of Susan Buchanan from Promotion & Tourism Commission (all in favor)
- Confirmed appointment of Dirk Wilken to the Plan Commission (all in favor)
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Lake Welfare Committee
The Lake Welfare Committee will discuss water levels and no-wake rules for Nagawicka Lake. The body will also address erosion and storm runoff from the east side of the lake, including observations from the Nagawicka Heights subdivision.
- Discussion on Nagawicka Lake water level and no-wake rules
- Review of erosion and storm runoff from the east side of Nagawicka Lake
- Planning for the Annual Lake Awareness Meeting on September 1, 2025
- Discussion on wakesurfing recommendations and notifications
- Review of the 'Welcome to the Lake' program
The Lake Welfare Committee approved the minutes from the July 9, 2025 regular meeting after hearing no objections. No other items were approved, denied, or tabled, and the meeting concluded with scheduling information for the upcoming Lake Awareness Meeting.
- Approved July 9, 2025 minutes (no objections)
Promotion & Tourism Commission
The Delafield Promotion & Tourism Commission will hold a working session to discuss and possibly act on 2025/26 marketing projects, including the 2026 Z2 budget recommendation, financial reports, and hotel tax income. The meeting is procedural with no new business listed.
- Confirmation of 2026 Z2 Budget Recommendation
- Review of June 30, 2025 financial report
- Q2 2025 Hotel Tax Income report
- July voucher approval for monthly expenses
- 2026 Promotion and Tourism Budget second review
The commission approved the minutes from the July 8, 2025 meeting. It also approved the 2026 Z2 budget recommendation for promotion and tourism marketing. Additionally, the July voucher was approved and sent to the Deputy Clerk.
- Approved July 8, 2025 meeting minutes (motion Fehrm, second Murphy)
- Approved 2026 Z2 budget recommendation (motion Fehrm, second Behrend)
- Approved July voucher (motion Fehrm, second Behrend)
Deer Management Committee
The Deer Management Committee will meet informally on August 9, 2025, to conduct cleanup and maintenance at a city brush pile. No formal action will be taken during this working session.
- Deer stand field work and maintenance
- City Brush Pile cleanup at 218 N. Cushing Park Rd
- Informal gathering with no formal action
Public Works Committee
The Public Works Committee will discuss driveway locations for two lots on Milwaukee Street and the Oakwood Road Path Project. The body is also considering several parking and crosswalk requests.
- Proposed driveway locations for two lots south of Garrison Court on Milwaukee Street
- Oakwood Road Path Project
- Request for 'No Parking' signs on Cedar Valley Road west of Cushing Park Road
- Request for a mid-block crosswalk on Milwaukee Street near the lake
- Request for 'No Parking' signs at 446 North Lapham Peak Road
The committee approved the driveway locations for the two lots south of Garrison Court, adding conditions for brush clearing and a tee turnaround. It denied requests for "No Parking" signs on Cedar Valley Road and on North Lapham Peak Road, and also denied a mid‑block crosswalk on Milwaukee Street. The minutes of the July 23, 2025 meeting were approved.
- Approved driveway locations for two lots south of Garrison Court with brush‑clearing and tee‑turnaround conditions (all in favor)
- Denied "No Parking" signs on both sides of Cedar Valley Road (all in favor)
- Denied "No Parking" signs on North Lapham Peak Road at 446 Lapham Peak Road (all in favor)
- Denied mid‑block crosswalk request along Milwaukee Street near the south end of the lake (all in favor)
- Approved minutes of the July 23, 2025 Regular Meeting (all in favor)
Plan Commission
The Plan Commission will consider several business operation plans and site improvements. The body will also discuss potential amendments to Chapter 52 and Zoning District Maps regarding the Primary Environmental Corridor Overlay District.
- Proposed amendments to Chapter 52 and Zoning District Maps for the Primary Environmental Corridor Overlay District
- Business Plan of Operation and signage for Seedling Debut Ultrasound at 634 Milwaukee Street
- Business Plan of Operation and signage for Handcrafted Barber Lounge at 609 Main Street
- Site Plan and signage for Applebee’s and IHOP at 3100 Golf Road
- Business Plan of Operation to expand Blue Collar Coffee at 523 Milwaukee Street
The commission approved the consent agenda, which included business‑plan and permanent‑signage requests for several local businesses. It also approved an expansion of Blue Collar Coffee with conditions on dumpster placement and the liquor license. Site plans for a dumpster enclosure on Kettle Court and for an Applebee’s/IHOP complex on Golf Road were adopted, each with specific design conditions. Finally, the commission adopted recommendations for the Applebee’s/IHOP pylon signage colors.
- Approved Consent Agenda items: business plans and permanent signage for Seedling Debut Ultrasound (634 Milwaukee St), Handcrafted Barber Lounge (609 Main St), Delafield Chamber of Commerce (607 Main St), What’s in the Bowl Pet Shop (3163 Golf Rd), and Callen Construction design center (2736 Hillside Dr) – motion carried, all in favor.
- Approved Blue Collar Coffee expansion Business Plan of Operation at 523 Milwaukee St, subject to dumpster relocation and liquor license modification – motion carried, all in favor.
- Approved Site Plan and Appearance for 3660 Kettle Court East, adding a metal roof over a dumpster enclosure and extra pavement, with surface compaction consideration – motion carried, all in favor.
- Approved Site Plan, Appearance, and Permanent Signage for Applebee’s/IHOP at 3100 Golf Road, with conditions on awning logo size, “To Go” signage, illumination limits, and metal brackets – motion carried, all in favor.
- Approved pylon signage recommendations for Applebee’s/IHOP, specifying white background with red Applebee’s and blue IHOP lettering – motion carried, all in favor.
Park & Recreation Commission
The commission will discuss 2026 budget ideas and planning for several city parks and trails. Members will also review the status of motorized vehicles on the Veteran’s Memorial Riverwalk and maintenance for Liberty and Bostrom Parks.
- 2026 budget planning for Fort Cushing, Liberty Park lights, and Fireman’s Park equipment
- Discussion on e-bikes, e-scooters, and motorized vehicles on the Veteran’s Memorial Riverwalk
- Review of $20,000 grant for Oakwood Park tree planting
- Plans for the old playground slide in Firemen’s Park
- Donation for a Doggie Pot Station at the Veterans’ Memorial Riverwalk
The Park & Recreation Commission approved a $85,000 lighting project for Liberty Park. It also recategorized $15,000 for Fort Cushing maintenance, removed the old slide at Firemen’s Park, approved a $10,000 kayak launch at St. John’s Park, increased the Liberty Park stage rental budget to $22,500, and approved a dog‑pot station donation. All motions passed with either unanimous support or a recorded 4‑1 vote on the slide removal.
- Recategorized $15,000 Fort Cushing staining to maintenance – all in favor
- Approved Liberty Park path lighting (~$85,000) – all in favor
- Removed old slide from Firemen’s Park – 4 in favor, 1 against
- Approved $10,000 budget for standalone kayak launch at St. John’s Park – all in favor
- Amended Liberty Park stage rental budget to $22,500 – all in favor
- Approved Doggie Pot Station donation request – all in favor
Tree Board
The Tree Board will discuss the Tree Fund and a proposed five-year tree planting plan for 2026 to 2030. The board is also reviewing tree planting at St. John’s Plaza and Oakwood Park, as well as maintenance for Liberty and Bostrom Parks.
- Review of the Tree Fund and Tree Planting Plan for 2026-2030
- Proposed tree planting at St. John’s Plaza
- Oakwood Park tree planting plan and grant application
- Tree maintenance at Liberty Park and Bostrom Park
- 2026 Budget Planning
The board approved the minutes from the April 28, 2025 meeting. It accepted the forester’s recommendation to replace two Eastern Redbud trees with shade trees in St. John’s Plaza using board funds. The board also approved a partnership with the Ice Age Trail Alliance to remove unhealthy trees along the east side of Liberty Park, with city labor for the chipper and supervision by the forester.
- Approved April 28, 2025 minutes (all in favor)
- Approved replacement of two Eastern Redbud trees with shade trees in St. John’s Plaza using board budget (all in favor)
- Approved Liberty Park tree removal plan with Ice Age Trail Alliance labor, city chipper labor, and forester supervision (all in favor)
Common Council
The Common Council will discuss amendments to the Lake Country Fire & Rescue Intermunicipal Agreement and the process for filling a vacant District 5 Aldermanic seat. The meeting includes an election for Council President and a presentation on the 2024 City audit.
- Proposed amendment to Lake Country Fire & Rescue Intermunicipal Agreement regarding funding and staffing
- Zoning map amendment request for 433 Genesee Street (recommended for denial)
- Approval of vouchers totaling $366,722.65 for accounts payable and $124,168.86 for payroll
- Possible rejection and rebidding of the City Hall Steps Reconstruction Project
- Memorandum of Understanding with Waukesha County for countywide damage assessment services
The council elected Alderperson Dirk Wilken as Common Council President to complete the term vacated by Matthew Grimmer. It denied a zoning map amendment for 433 Genesee Street, approved a survey map to combine two Glen Cove Road lots, approved a stormwater maintenance agreement for 111 Enterprise Road, and approved a parking license agreement for Kurt’s Steakhouse. The council rejected the sole bid for the City Hall steps reconstruction and will rebid the project in winter 2026. It also accepted two citizen‑member resignations and approved a memorandum of understanding with Waukesha County for coordinated damage‑assessment services.
- Elected Dirk Wilken as Common Council President (All in favor)
- Denied rezoning request for 433 Genesee Street (Motion carried; Valde voted nay)
- Approved Extraterritorial Certified Survey Map to combine two lots on Glen Cove Road (All in favor)
- Approved Stormwater Maintenance Agreement for 111 Enterprise Road (All in favor)
- Approved parking license agreement for Kurt’s Steakhouse (All in favor)
- Rejected single bid for City Hall steps reconstruction; will rebid in winter 2026 (All in favor)
- Accepted resignations of Matthew Grimmer (Lake Country Fire & Rescue Board) and Tracie Fehrm (Library Board) (All in favor)
- Approved Memorandum of Understanding with Waukesha County for coordinated damage‑assessment services (All in favor)
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Deer Management Committee
The Deer Management Committee is holding an informal gathering for field work. The group will perform cleanup and maintenance of deer stands. No formal action will be taken during this session.
- Deer stand field work and maintenance at 218 N. Cushing Park Road
Deer Management Committee
The Deer Management Committee meeting scheduled for July 15, 2025, has been cancelled due to lack of business. The committee will reconvene on August 19, 2025.
Lake Welfare Committee
The Lake Welfare Committee will meet to discuss several unfinished items regarding lake regulations and environmental concerns. The body may take action on a proposed land use ordinance and USDA work initiation documents.
- Proposed Land Use Ordinance regarding impervious surfaces
- Wakesurfing recommendations and notifications
- Erosion and storm runoff from the east side of Nagawicka Lake
- USDA Work Initiation Document
- Discussion on boathouses, lot grade, and water frontage
The Lake Welfare Committee approved the minutes from the June 11, 2025 regular meeting without objection. The committee also voted to accept the USDA Work Initiation Document and to have the city sign it. Both actions passed with all members in favor. No other decisions were made.
- Approved June 11, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Accepted USDA Work Initiation Document; city to sign (unanimous)
Promotion & Tourism Commission
The Commission will review 2025/26 marketing projects and the 2026 budget recommendation. Members will also discuss financial reports, hotel tax income, and specific project ideas for the coming year.
- 2026 Z2 Budget Recommendation
- Purchase of Placer.AI research data
- Ice Age Trail Signage
- Q1 Hotel Tax Income report
- May/June Voucher listing for monthly expenses
The Promotion & Tourism Commission approved the minutes from the May 13, 2025 meeting. It voted to purchase an annual contract for Placer.AI research data at a cost of $22,000 for the remainder of 2025. The commission also approved repair of Ice Age Trail signage. Q1 2025 hotel tax revenue was reported as the highest ever.
- Approved May 13, 2025 meeting minutes (motion Fehrm, second Behrend, passed)
- Approved purchase of Placer.AI services for 2025 ($22,000 annual contract) (motion Marrero, second Fehrm, passed)
- Approved Ice Age Trail signage repair and hinge addition (motion Behrend, second Marrero, passed)
- Acknowledged Q1 2025 hotel tax income as highest recorded
Library Board
The Library Board of Trustees will meet to discuss the establishment of a Library Foundation. The board will also review monthly expenditures and receive reports from the Director, Fiduciary, and the Bridges Library System.
- Discussion on launching a Library Foundation
- Audit and approval of monthly expenditures
The board approved the corrected meeting minutes, noting two abstentions. It also approved the monthly expenditures with one abstention. Members volunteered to form a library foundation committee. The next meeting was scheduled for August 25, 2025.
- Approved corrected minutes (motion carried, 2 abstentions)
- Approved monthly expenditures (motion carried, 1 abstention)
- Formed library foundation committee (volunteers: Mitchell, Maples, Felix, Butterfield, Yeomans)
- Scheduled next meeting for August 25, 2025
Public Works Committee
The committee will discuss bid results for the City Hall stair reconstruction and receive updates on the STH 83 and I-94 – Genesee Street Bridge projects. Traffic staff have recommended no action on several requests for calming measures and signage.
- City Hall Stair reconstruction: Single bid from Zignego Company, Inc. for $354,106.00 (total project cost $428,516.60), exceeding the $195,650.00 budget
- Traffic calming requests for Milwaukee Street and W. Devonshire Road
- Request for 'No Parking' signs on Cedar Valley Road west of Cushing Park Road
- Request for traffic lights on Genesee Street at Wells, Main, and Milwaukee
- Update on STH 83 Construction Project
The Public Works Committee approved the June 4 minutes with a name correction. It voted to reject the sole bid for the City Hall stair reconstruction, halting the project until rebidding. The committee also denied additional traffic‑calming measures on Milwaukee Street and denied the request to install traffic lights at Genesee Street intersections. No action was taken on the Cedar Valley Road no‑parking request, which will be revisited at a future meeting.
- Approved June 4 minutes pending correction (unanimous)
- Rejected all bids for City Hall stair reconstruction project (all in favor)
- Denied additional traffic calming measures on Milwaukee Street (all in favor)
- Denied request to install traffic lights on Genesee Street at Wells, Main, and Milwaukee (all in favor)
- No action taken on Cedar Valley Road no‑parking signs (matter to be revisited)
- No action taken on W. Devonshire Road traffic calming request (matter to be revisited)
- No action taken on Genesee Street traffic light request (denied per motion above)
Plan Commission
The Plan Commission will hold public hearings on a zoning map amendment at 433 Genesee Street and a special exception for a home on Woodland Park Drive. The body will also review several site plan amendments and business operation plans.
- Zoning Map Amendment from CBD-2 to CBD-1 at 433 Genesee Street
- Special Exception for a residence and garage at Woodland Park Drive regarding open space and setbacks
- Business Plan of Operation for Hope-iatry at 394 Williamstowne, Ste 301
- Business Plan of Operation for The Auto Lab at 3833 Kettle Court East
- Site Plan amendment for a larger Burger King playground at 2725 Heritage Drive
The Plan Commission approved the minutes from the May 28 meeting and the consent agenda items, which included business plans for a psychiatry practice and an auto shop and a survey map. It then approved a special exception for a single‑family home on Woodland Park Drive, a modified site plan for a Burger King playground expansion, a permanent sign at 700 Genesee Street, a dumpster relocation on Milwaukee Street, and an accessory detached garage on Nagawicka Road East, each with conditions. All motions carried, with one sign approval receiving a single nay vote.
- Approved May 28, 2025 minutes (all in favor)
- Approved consent agenda items: Hope‑i‑try psychiatry business plan, The Auto Lab auto‑customization business plan, and Ascent LLC extraterritorial survey map (all in favor)
- Approved special exception for Woodland Park Drive residence and garage (all in favor)
- Approved modified Burger King site plan on Heritage Drive (all in favor)
- Approved permanent sign at 700 Genesee Street (Krienke Nay, Schult abstain)
- Approved dumpster relocation at 524 Milwaukee Street (all in favor)
- Approved accessory detached garage at 2450 Nagawicka Road East (all in favor)
Park & Recreation Commission
The commission will discuss the 2026 budget, the long-range plan, and motorized vehicle rules for the Veteran’s Memorial Riverwalk. Members will also consider a request from Tall Pines Conservancy regarding the Fish Hatchery building.
- Request by Tall Pines Conservancy to use the Fish Hatchery building for office lease
- Discussion on e-bikes and e-scooters on the Veteran’s Memorial Riverwalk
- Planning for the Park & Rec 2026 Budget
- Lighting for the Liberty Park riverwalk
- Plans for the old playground slide in Firemen’s Park
The commission approved the minutes from the April 28, 2025 meeting. It also approved Tall Pines Conservancy’s request to use the Fish Hatchery three times a month for meetings, with cleaning costs covered by the conservancy. Members agreed to add a discussion on signage for e‑bikes, e‑scooters and other motorized vehicles on the Veteran’s Memorial Riverwalk to the agenda for next month. No other actions were finalized.
- Approved April 28, 2025 meeting minutes (all in favor)
- Approved Tall Pines Conservancy use of Fish Hatchery building (all in favor)
- Agreed to place motorized‑vehicle signage discussion on next month’s agenda
- Discussed removal of old playground slide in Fireman’s Park; decision deferred
- Discussed 2026 budget ideas; no decision made
- Discussed Liberty Park Riverwalk lighting; no decision made
- Reviewed monthly financials; no decision made
Common Council
The Common Council will meet to discuss a request to combine two lots in the Town of Delafield. The body will also consider the appointment of a member to the Lake Country Fire And Rescue Fire Commission.
- Extraterritorial Certified Survey Map approval to combine two lots at W296 N2034 Glen Cove Road for Michael and Megan Owsiak
- Appointment of Dason Schultz to the Lake Country Fire And Rescue Fire Commission
The council approved the Extraterritorial Certified Survey Map to combine two parcels at DELT0810070 & DELT0810071, W296 N2034 Glen Cove Road. The council also confirmed Dason Schultz as the citizen member of the Lake Country Fire and Rescue Fire Commission, filling the vacancy left by Bradley Stocks with a term ending 04/30/2027. Both motions passed unanimously.
- Approved Extraterritorial Certified Survey Map to combine two lots at DELT0810070 & DELT0810071, W296 N2034 Glen Cove Road – all in favor
- Confirmed appointment of Dason Schultz as citizen member of Lake Country Fire and Rescue Fire Commission (term expires 04/30/2027) – all in favor
Deer Management Committee
The Deer Management Committee will meet to review current field activities and incentives. The body will also discuss updates regarding Frog Hollow, camera reviews, and the deer hunter application process.
- Discussion of field activities
- Review of incentives and promotions
- Frog Hollow update
- Review of cameras
- Discussion of Deer Hunter Application and website
The Deer Management Committee approved the minutes of the April 15, 2025 regular meeting. No other motions were taken; members discussed upcoming field work, incentive ideas, camera placement, and website updates but made no formal decisions. The meeting was adjourned at 7:11 p.m.
- Approved minutes of April 15, 2025 regular meeting (unanimous)
Common Council
The Common Council will discuss amendments to the B-5 Office and Research Commercial District zoning ordinance and a budget amendment. The body is also reviewing alcohol license renewals and a contract change for a new crosswalk.
- Ordinance No: 841 to amend permitted uses in the B-5 Office and Research Commercial District
- Change Order No. 1 for Hillside Drive Crosswalk Addition at a cost of $27,540.50
- Resolution 2025-05 to amend the 2024 budget
- Agreement with Waukesha County for an asphalt path within the County Trunk Highway C right-of-way
- Voucher approval for $434,653.54 in accounts payable and $313,179.07 for payroll
The Common Council approved Ordinance No: 841, amending the Chapter 52 Zoning Ordinance for the B‑5 Office and Research Commercial District. It also approved a change order adding a Hillside Drive crosswalk with push‑button lighting at a cost of $27,540.50. Several licensing actions were approved, including the appointment of a new alcohol beverage agent and renewals of retail and Class B beer and liquor licenses. Additional approvals covered a two‑party asphalt‑path agreement, participation renewal for CDBG/HOME programs, and the St. Johns Bay pier project.
- Approved Ordinance No: 841 amending Chapter 52 Zoning (B‑5 district) (all in favor)
- Approved Change Order No. 1 to add Hillside Drive crosswalk ($27,540.50) (all in favor)
- Approved appointment of successor agent Walter Salaverria for Class B license (all in favor)
- Approved 2025‑2026 Alcohol Beverage Retail Licenses renewals (all in favor)
- Approved granting of 2025‑2026 Class B Beer and Liquor License renewal for SBG Apple North VII, pending fees, background checks, debt clearance (all in favor)
- Approved two‑party agreement with Waukesha County for asphalt path (contingent on legal review)
- Approved participation renewal for 2026‑2028 CDBG and HOME programs
- Approved St. Johns Bay pier project (7‑2 vote)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Lake Welfare Committee
The committee will discuss several ongoing lake management issues, including erosion on the east side of Nagawicka Lake and wakesurfing recommendations. The body will also review boathouse regulations and a specific boathouse at 1923 Milwaukee Street.
- Proposed Land Use Ordinance regarding impervious surfaces
- Erosion and storm runoff from the east side of Nagawicka Lake
- Boathouse at 1923 Milwaukee Street
- Pier in St. Johns Bay
- Goose egg oiling and Roundup for 2025
The committee approved the minutes from the May 14, 2025 meeting with no objections. A motion to support the proposed St. John’s Bay pier as outlined in the ePacket passed 7‑2. A second motion to adopt five specific pier recommendations was carried with all members in favor. The boathouse at 1923 Milwaukee Street was also approved.
- Approved May 14, 2025 meeting minutes (no objections)
- Approved St. John’s Bay pier project as outlined (motion passed 7-2)
- Adopted five pier recommendations (motion carried, all in favor)
- Approved boathouse at 1923 Milwaukee Street
Promotion & Tourism Commission
The Promotion & Tourism Commission meeting scheduled for June 10, 2025, has been cancelled due to lack of business. The commission will reconvene on July 8, 2025.
Library Board
The Board will discuss and potentially take action on Waukesha County Minimums to Exempt and Standards. This process determines if residents can be exempt from the county library levy based on municipal tax rates and service standards.
- Discussion and possible action on Waukesha County Minimums to Exempt and Standards
- Discussion on launching a Library Foundation
- Audit and approval of monthly expenditures
The Library Board approved several items, including the Waukesha County Minimums to Exempt and Standards, the extension of the Capira Mobile contract through June 30, 2026, a contract with Milwaukee Shuttle for the Memory Care Collaboration, and funding for a hearing loop at the Irwin L. Young Memorial Library. The board also approved the monthly expenditures and accepted the prior meeting minutes with one abstention. President Butterfield will form a steering committee to explore creating a library foundation.
- Approved minutes of the prior meeting (motion carried, one abstention)
- Approved Waukesha County Minimums to Exempt and Standards (motion carried)
- Approved extension of Capira Mobile contract to June 30 2026
- Approved contract with Milwaukee Shuttle for Memory Care Collaboration
- Approved Hearing Loop funding request for Irwin L. Young Memorial Library
- Approved monthly expenditures (motion carried)
- President Butterfield to form library‑foundation steering committee (planned)
- Approved new shelver hire (Emma) as teen volunteer
Public Works Committee
The Public Works Committee will meet to discuss and potentially take action on the City Hall Stair Project. The meeting also includes an update on the STH 83 Construction Project.
- City Hall Stair Project discussion and possible action
- Update on the STH 83 Construction Project
The committee approved the minutes from the May 7, 2025 meeting. A citizen raised concerns about bulb costs for the City Hall Stair Project, but no action was taken on that comment. The committee voted to approve the engineering plans for the City Hall Stair Project and to submit the project for construction bidding. The meeting also included updates on upcoming road closures and street projects.
- Approved May 7, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Approved engineering plans and moved City Hall Stair Project to construction bidding (unanimous)
Board of Review
The Board of Review will hold hearings to discuss and vote on three specific objections to real property assessments. The board may also schedule additional meeting dates if more hearings are required.
- Objection hearing for 1614 W Shore Drive (Cyndi Lyden)
- Objection hearing for 20 Crossroads Court (Darlene Osgood)
- Objection hearing for 524 N Genesee Street (JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A.)
Plan Commission
The Plan Commission will hold public hearings on a zoning text amendment for the B-5 District and a special exception for a garage at 637 First Street. The body will also review several business plan applications and signage requests for local commercial properties.
- Text amendment to Chapter 52 Zoning Ordinance regarding B-5 Office and Research Commercial District
- Special exception for a detached garage and stoop at 637 First Street
- Business Plan of Operation for Savory restaurant at 3047 Village Square Drive
- Permanent signage approval for Burger King at 2725 Heritage Drive
- Business Plan of Operation for Fawn & Friends Children’s Boutique at 630 Milwaukee Street
The commission approved the minutes from the April 30 meeting (with one abstention). It approved the consent agenda items, including a children’s boutique, lot consolidation, payroll service, and a restaurant. The commission also approved a special exception for a detached garage at 637 First Street, permanent signage for a Burger King at 2725 Heritage Drive, and a business plan for a dog‑coaching facility at 2410 Milwaukee Street.
- Approved April 30, 2025 minutes (Marek motion, Hausman abstained)
- Approved consent agenda items: children’s boutique at 630 Milwaukee St, lot survey at Glen Cove Rd, payroll service at 11 Crossroads Ct, restaurant at 3047 Village Square Dr (all in favor)
- Approved special exception for detached garage and stoop at 637 First St (all in favor, with grading plan and deed restriction conditions)
- Approved permanent signage for Burger King at 2725 Heritage Dr (all in favor, with illumination and setback waiver conditions)
- Approved Business Plan of Operation for My Canine Accomplice at 2410 Milwaukee St (all in favor)
- Approved Business Plan of Operation for Fawn & Friend's Children’s Boutique at 630 Milwaukee St (as part of consent agenda)
- Approved Business Plan of Operation for Integrated Payroll at 11 Crossroads Ct (as part of consent agenda)
- Approved Business Plan of Operation for Savory restaurant at 3047 Village Square Dr (as part of consent agenda)
Park & Recreation Commission
The Park & Recreation Commission meeting scheduled for May 26, 2025, was cancelled because no business required discussion. The next meeting is set for June 23, 2025, at City Hall, Council Chambers, 500 Genesee St.
Deer Management Committee
The City of Delafield Deer Management Committee meeting scheduled for May 20, 2025, at 6:30 PM in Council Chambers (500 Genesee St.) was cancelled because there was no business to conduct. The next meeting is set for June 17, 2025.
Common Council
The Common Council will discuss a fixed-fee agreement for a city classification and compensation study and a draft lease for the Visitor Center. The body will also review several alcohol license applications and development requests from the Plan Commission.
- Proposed $23,470 agreement with MGT for a classification and compensation study
- Draft lease agreement with Tall Pines Conservancy, Inc. for office space at 421 Main Street
- Alcohol license requests for ALDI #92 (2840 Heritage Dr.) and Well House 1900 (612 Milwaukee St.)
- Plan Commission items including a car wash at N101 State Road 83 and a building addition for Kar-Tech at 111 Enterprise Road
- Voucher approvals for $231,910.47 in accounts payable and $124,129.30 for payroll
The council approved several alcohol beverage licenses and renewals, a stormwater maintenance agreement, and a lot‑combination survey map. It also approved a site‑plan with conditions for a Kar‑Tech expansion. The council voted to initiate an amendment to Chapter 52 Zoning Ordinance on impervious surface provisions. A motion to approve the May 5 minutes failed.
- Approve ALDI Class A liquor and beer license (all in favor)
- Approve Well House Class B beer and Class C wine license (all in favor)
- Approve Marcus Hillside Cinema agent appointment (all in favor)
- Approve Olive Garden and Angelina’s 2025‑2026 alcohol license renewals (all in favor)
- Approve Stormwater Maintenance Agreement for car wash at N101 State Road 83 (all in favor)
- Approve Certified Survey Map to combine two lots at 1538 Second Street (all in favor)
- Approve Site Plan and Appearance for Kar‑Tech addition at 111 Enterprise Road with conditions (all in favor)
- Initiate amendment of Chapter 52 Zoning Ordinance impervious surface provisions (motion carried, 6‑1)
Lake Welfare Committee
The Lake Welfare Committee will hold a regular meeting on May 14, 2025. They will discuss and possibly act on a proposed land use ordinance regarding impervious surfaces, as well as recommendations and notifications for wake surfing. Other items include the 'Welcome to the Lake' program, erosion and storm runoff from the east side of Nagawicka Lake, and the annual lake awareness meeting.
- Discussion and possible action on proposed land use ordinance – impervious surfaces
- Discussion and possible action on wake surfing recommendations and notifications
- Discussion on erosion and storm runoff from east side of Nagawicka Lake
- Goose egg oiling and roundup for 2025
- Setting date, venue, and agenda for annual lake awareness meeting
The committee approved the minutes from the April 9, 2025 regular meeting with no objections. No other formal actions or votes were recorded; the remaining agenda items were discussed but not decided. The meeting was adjourned at 6:50 p.m.
- Approved April 9, 2025 meeting minutes
Promotion & Tourism Commission
The Delafield Promotion & Tourism Commission will discuss and possibly approve annual officer appointments, review marketing projects and analytics, and consider vouchers totaling $81,817.90, including a $50,000 donation to Friends of Lapham Peak and payments to Z2 Marketing for content creation. The commission will also hear a presentation on location intelligence platform Placer.AI and review first-quarter hotel tax income.
- Appointment of Chair, Vice Chair, and Secretary for one-year terms ending April 2026
- Approval of $81,817.90 in vouchers including $50,000 donation to Friends of Lapham Peak and $27,350 in Z2 Marketing expenses
- Presentation by Placer.AI on location intelligence for tourism insights
- Review of 2025 Q1 hotel tax income report
- Discussion of 2025 marketing projects including Z2 analytics and additional marketing assets
The Promotion & Tourism Commission appointed Fred Marrero as Chair, Larry Fehrm as Vice Chair, and Paul Murphy as Secretary for the May 2025‑April 2026 term. The board approved a $17,500 investment for a new marketing photoshoot. It also approved the March 11, 2025 meeting minutes and a voucher for monthly expenses. Future meeting dates were set, with June cancelled and July and August scheduled.
- Appointed Fred Marrero as Chair (motion passed)
- Appointed Larry Fehrm as Vice Chair (motion passed)
- Appointed Paul Murphy as Secretary (motion passed)
- Approved $17,500 photoshoot investment (motion passed)
- Approved March 11, 2025 minutes (motion passed)
- Approved voucher for checking‑account expenses (motion passed)
- Designated Erin McDonald (Geronimo Hospitality Group) as Hotel Representative (appointed by Mayor Aicher)
Library Board
The Delafield Public Library Board of Trustees will meet to discuss and potentially take action on a display case policy and the launching of a library foundation. The meeting also includes reports from the Director, Bridges Library System, and the Friends of the Library.
- Discussion and possible action on Display Case Policy
- Discussion and possible action on launching a Library Foundation
- Audit and approval of monthly expenditures
The board approved the meeting minutes after amending the fiduciary report wording. The board accepted the revised display case policy with one edit. The board approved the monthly expenditures as presented. No other substantive actions were taken.
- Approved May 13 meeting minutes with wording amendment (motion carried)
- Approved revised display case policy with one edit (motion carried)
- Approved monthly expenditures as presented (motion carried)
Board of Review
The Delafield Board of Review is meeting to certify the 2025 assessment roll and hear property tax objections. After a citywide revaluation, the board will consider waivers for telephone testimony and hear formal objections from Wal-Mart, JPMorgan Chase, and individual property owners. The meeting also includes procedural items such as confirming the chair, approving minutes, and verifying notices.
- Waiver request for Wal-Mart Real Estate Business Trust at 2863 Heritage Dr to appeal directly to circuit court
- Objection hearing for 3501 Trinity Lane (Trinity Trust) regarding real property assessment
- Objection hearing for 11 Crossroads Court (A Plus Development) regarding real property assessment
- Objection hearing for 2901 Golf Road (Walgreen Co.) regarding real property assessment
- Notices of intent to file objection filed for 120 Hickory Court and 20 Crossroads Court
The Board confirmed Mayor Tim Aicher as Chair and Common Council President Matt Grimmer as Vice Chair. It certified that there were no assessment corrections and verified Open Book changes. The Board waived the objection hearing for Walgreen Co. at 2901 Golf Road and approved a waiver for Wal‑Mart Real Estate Business Trust at 2863 Heritage Dr, sending both matters to circuit court. It approved a phone‑testimony request for Cyndi Lyden (1614 W Shore Drive) and denied phone‑testimony requests for JPMorgan Chase Bank agents on several properties.
- Confirmed Mayor Tim Aicher as Chair (all in favor)
- Confirmed Common Council President Matt Grimmer as Vice Chair (all in favor)
- Certified no corrections of error under Wis. Stats 70.43 (all in favor)
- Waived objection hearing for Walgreen Co., 2901 Golf Road (all in favor)
- Approved waiver for Wal‑Mart Real Estate Business Trust, 2863 Heritage Dr (all in favor)
- Approved phone‑testimony request for Cyndi Lyden, 1614 W Shore Drive (all in favor)
- Denied phone‑testimony request for JPMorgan Chase Bank agents, 524 N Genesee St (all in favor)
- Denied phone‑testimony request for JPMorgan Chase Bank agents, 3201 Village Square Dr (all in favor)
Board of Review
The Board of Review for the City of Delafield will meet on May 12, 2025, to hear objections to property assessments. This is a procedural meeting, with the agenda consisting entirely of statutory requirements and advance notice rules. No specific properties or objections are listed.
- Objectors must provide at least 48 hours' notice of intent to file an objection before the first meeting
- Written objections must be filed with the clerk within the first 2 hours of the meeting, with possible waivers for extraordinary circumstances
- Objectors must specify in writing their estimate of land and improvement values and the information used
- Testimony by telephone is allowed only for ill or disabled persons with a physician's letter, or at the board's discretion
- Persons contesting an assessment must disclose whether they will seek removal of a board member at least 48 hours in advance
Police Commission
The Delafield Police Commission will meet to approve previous meeting minutes and receive citizen comments. The main item is a closed session to review candidates for the position of Police Officer, followed by discussion and possible action to approve a two-year eligibility list. Chief Nyren will provide a staffing update.
- Closed session under Wis. Stat. 19.85(1)(c) to review Police Officer candidates
- Discussion and possible action to approve a two-year eligibility list for Police Officer hiring
- Staffing update presented by Chief Nyren
- Approval of minutes from December 4, 2024 regular meeting
Public Works Committee
The Public Works Committee will discuss and possibly take action on a request to improve the crosswalk on Hillside Drive west of the Delafield Senior Housing driveway. Also under consideration: adding crosswalk signage at Main Street and Lapham Peak Road across from Fireman's Park, and posting no-parking restrictions on both sides of Milwaukee Street from the Point to Bleeker Street.
- Request to improve crosswalk on Hillside Drive west of Delafield Senior Housing driveway
- Request to add crosswalk signage at Main Street and Lapham Peak Road crosswalk across from Fireman's Park
- Request to post 'No Parking' on both sides of Milwaukee Street between the Point and Bleeker Street
- Approval of minutes from March 5, 2025 regular meeting
The committee approved a recommendation to the Common Council for the Hillside Drive crosswalk change order. It voted to install additional crosswalk signage at Main Street and Lapham Peak Road, and to deny a No‑Parking request on Milwaukee Street between the Point and Bleeker. The March 5 meeting minutes were also approved.
- Approve March 5, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Recommend to Common Council approve Hillside Drive crosswalk change order (unanimous)
- Approve installation of crosswalk signs at Main St. & Lapham Peak Rd (2‑1 vote)
- Deny No Parking signs on Milwaukee St. between Point and Bleeker (unanimous)
Common Council
The Common Council will consider several administrative items including the appointment of a new member to the Deer Management Committee and approval of over $1.6 million in vouchers. The city administrator will provide updates on the sale of General Obligation Promissory Notes, Series 2025A, and the replacement of City Hall front stairs. The meeting will also include a closed session to negotiate funding options for Lake Country Fire & Rescue.
- Approve accounts payable of $1,492,213.57 and payroll of $122,649.30
- Appoint Jameson Chatman to the Deer Management Committee, term to expire 04/2027
- Update on the bidding and sale of General Obligation Promissory Notes, Series 2025A
- Update on the project to replace the front stairs at City Hall
- Closed session to negotiate funding options as part of the Wisconsin Policy Forum Lake Country Fire & Rescue Funding Study
The council adopted a new funding formula for Lake Country Fire & Rescue, passing the motion with a 5‑2 vote. It also accepted Tim Turnock's resignation from the Deer Management Committee and appointed Jameson Chatman to the vacant seat, both unanimously approved. The Vouchers Payable Report for April‑May 2025 totaling $1,492,213.57 for accounts payable and $122,649.30 for payroll was approved. Motions to enter and exit closed session were each carried unanimously.
- Approved revised Lake Country Fire & Rescue funding formula (5-2)
- Accepted resignation of Tim Turnock from Deer Management Committee (7-0)
- Confirmed appointment of Jameson Chatman to Deer Management Committee (7-0)
- Approved Vouchers Payable Report: $1,492,213.57 accounts payable, $122,649.30 payroll (7-0)
- Moved to convene closed session for fire‑rescue funding study (7-0)
- Moved to reconvene open session after closed session (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Board of Review
The City of Delafield Board of Review is holding a training session on proper procedural and legal requirements for Board of Review hearings. No formal action will be taken during this open training.
- Training on procedural and legal requirements for Board of Review hearings
- No formal Board of Review action expected
Plan Commission
The Delafield Plan Commission will discuss and potentially act on multiple items, including a consent agenda item for permanent signage at Nagawicka Park, several new business applications for site plans and business plan approvals (such as a café/event center, mental health counseling, yoga studio, lot combination, boathouse, condominium landscape modification, yacht club operations, Kar-Tech expansion, Burger King renovation, and a dog coaching business), and comprehensive plan/zoning items. The zoning items include scheduling a public hearing for a zoning map amendment at 433 Genesee Street from CBD-2 to CBD-1, and initiating applications to amend Chapter 52 Zoning Ordinance regarding the B-5 Office and Research Commercial District and Impervious Surface provisions.
- Zoning map amendment requested for 433 Genesee Street from CBD-2 to CBD-1 central business district
- Two proposed text amendments to Chapter 52: B-5 Office and Research Commercial District and Impervious Surface provisions
- Site plan and appearance review for new stairs at City Hall (500 Genesee Street)
- Site plan modification for a six-unit multi-family condominium development at 805 Wells Street
- Site plan and business plan approval for renovation of Burger King at 2725 Heritage Drive
The commission approved the March 26 minutes (with one abstention) and a permanent signage request for Nagawicka Park. It approved the Site Plan and Appearance for Social Stairs option #2 at City Hall, subject to a Public Works structural review. The commission also approved Business Plan of Operation amendments for Well House 1900, a mental‑health counseling office, and a yoga/reiki service at 612 Milwaukee Street, each contingent on building and fire inspections. Additionally, it recommended a Certified Survey Map to combine two lots on Second Street and approved a boathouse site plan with multiple conditions.
- Approved March 26 minutes (Krienke abstained)
- Approved permanent signage at 651 STH 83, Nagawicka Park (all in favor)
- Approved Social Stairs option #2 site plan at 500 Genesee St, subject to Public Works review (all in favor)
- Approved Well House 1900 business plan amendment at 612 Milwaukee St, pending inspections and no alcohol sales (all in favor)
- Approved mental‑health counseling business plan at 612 Milwaukee St, pending inspections (all in favor)
- Approved Healing Journeys yoga/reiki business plan at 612 Milwaukee St, pending inspections (all in favor)
- Recommended Certified Survey Map to combine lots at 1538 Second St to Common Council (all in favor)
- Approved boathouse site plan at 2411 Nagawicka Rd with listed conditions (all in favor)
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Park & Recreation Commission
The Delafield Park & Recreation Commission will consider an updated five-year tree planting plan for 2026–2030, discuss fee waiver requests for Fireman's Park and the Fish Hatchery Pavilion, and select a new chair and vice-chair. They will also review findings from the spring park walk and monthly financial reports.
- Review of updated five-year tree planting plan (2026–2030) with planting at Oakwood Park, Cedar Valley Park, Cushing Park, Liberty Park, and St. John's Park
- Fee waiver request from Delafield Lions Club for Fireman's Park rental ($65 half-day fee)
- Fee waiver request for Fish Hatchery Pavilion for annual city employee appreciation event ($65 fee, proposed 5-year waiver)
- Discussion of wakeboard sign placement at Bleeker Street boat launch
- Discussion of spring park walk findings including Fort Cushing deck repairs, Fireman's Park slide, and St. John's Park kayak launch
The commission elected Mark Schaefer as chair and Leslie Donavan as vice‑chair. It approved the March 25 meeting minutes and a revision to the Tree Planting Plan adding four shade trees at Oakwood Park Picnic Area. The commission also approved fee waivers for the Delafield Lions Club fire‑man's park picnic and for the City employee‑appreciation event at the Fish Hatchery Pavilion.
- Elected Mark Schaefer Chairperson and Leslie Donavan Vice‑Chair (All in favor)
- Approved March 25, 2025 minutes (All in favor)
- Approved Tree Planting Plan revision adding four $550 shade trees at Oakwood Park Picnic Area (All in favor)
- Approved Fireman’s Park rental fee waiver for Delafield Lions Club event on May 15, 2025 (All in favor)
- Approved Fish Hatchery Pavilion rental fee waiver for City employee appreciation for five years (All in favor)
Tree Board
The Tree Board will discuss a recommended updated Five-Year Tree Planting Plan for 2026 to 2030. The board will also review tree-related topics identified during the P&R Commission Spring Park Walk.
- Review of 2026-2030 Tree Planting Plan including Oakwood, Cedar Valley, Cushing, and Liberty Parks
- Discussion of planting shade trees behind stone benches at St John’s Park
- Discussion of planting shade trees for the picnic area at Oakwood Park
- Review of WI state grant application for tree planting along Oakwood Road
- Selection of Tree Board Chairperson and Vice-Chair
The Tree Board elected Mark Schaefer as Park & Recreation Commission Chairperson and Leslie Donavan as Vice Chairperson. The board approved the minutes from the January 27, 2025 regular meeting. It also approved a revision to the Tree Planting Plan to add four shade trees costing $550 each at the Oakwood Park Picnic Area. The next board meeting was scheduled for July 28, 2025.
- Elected Mark Schaefer as Park & Recreation Commission Chairperson (all in favor)
- Elected Leslie Donavan as Park & Recreation Commission Vice Chairperson (all in favor)
- Approved minutes of the January 27, 2025 regular meeting (all in favor)
- Approved revision to Tree Planting Plan adding four shade trees at $550 for Oakwood Park Picnic Area (all in favor)
- Set next Tree Board meeting for July 28, 2025 (all in favor)
Board of Review
This is a notice that the City of Delafield's 2025 assessment roll is open for examination starting April 21, 2025. The Assessor will be available for an Open Book session at City Hall that same day. No decisions or formal hearings are scheduled; the agenda is entirely procedural.
- Assessment roll open for examination April 21, 2025, 9 AM–4 PM at City Clerk’s Office, 500 Genesee St. and online
- Open Book session with Assessor April 21, 2025, 3–5 PM at City Hall, Room 002 (Common Council Chambers Conference Room, Lower Level)
- Appointments recommended; contact Cal Magnan, Magnan Assessment Services, (262) 542-3332
- Instructional material on filing objections and Board of Review procedures will be available
Common Council
The Common Council will meet to discuss and potentially take action on an appeal from the Metropolitan Builders Association of Greater Milwaukee regarding impact fees. The body will also review city expenditures and various commission reports.
- Discussion and possible action on the Metropolitan Builders Association of Greater Milwaukee appeal regarding impact fees
- Approval of $571,137.71 for accounts payable and $247,603.13 for payroll
- Recommendation for disallowance of claim: Mitchell, Spencer v. City of Delafield
- Proclamation for Arbor Day on April 25, 2025
- Honoring of Police Commissioner Bradley Stocks for 40 years of service
The Common Council voted to convene a closed‑session to discuss the Metropolitan Builders Association impact‑fee appeal, then reconvened in open session. It subsequently denied the appeal’s requests for detailed accounting of impact fees for 2000‑2015, for 2016‑2025, and for an annual reporting requirement. All motions were carried unanimously.
- Closed session on impact‑fee appeal convened (5‑0 vote)
- Open session reconvened (5‑0 vote)
- Denied request for detailed accounting of impact fees 2000‑2015 (all in favor)
- Denied request for detailed accounting of impact fees 2016‑2025 (all in favor)
- Denied request for annual detailed reporting of impact fees to MBA (all in favor)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Park & Recreation Commission
The Park and Recreation Commission will conduct an annual Park Walk, visiting Cushing Memorial Park, Firemen's Park, St. John's Park, and Oakwood Park to review and discuss the state of city parks. No formal action will be taken at this event.
- Start at Cushing Memorial Park (775 N Cushing Park Rd) at 10:00 AM
- Proceed to Firemen's Park at approximately 10:30 AM
- Proceed to St. John's Park at approximately 11:00 AM
- Proceed to Oakwood Park at approximately 11:30 AM
- No formal meeting or action; informal review of park conditions
Common Council
The Common Council will meet to conduct organizational business, including electing a Council President. The body will also discuss mayoral appointments to various committees, commissions, and boards.
- Election of Common Council President to a 1-year term
- Mayoral appointments to Committees, Commissions, and Boards
- Resolution No. 2025-02: Designating public depositories and authorizing withdrawal of city monies
- Resolution No. 2025-03: Designating the official newspaper for the City of Delafield
The council elected Alderperson Matt Grimmer to a one‑year term as Common Council President. The council approved the mayor’s appointments to committees, commissions and boards. The council adopted Resolution No. 2025‑02 designating public depositories and authorizing withdrawals of city funds. The council adopted Resolution No. 2025‑03 designating the official newspaper for the city.
- Elected Matt Grimmer as Common Council President (all in favor)
- Approved mayoral appointments to committees, commissions and boards (all in favor)
- Adopted Resolution No. 2025‑02 designating public depositories and authorizing withdrawals (all in favor)
- Adopted Resolution No. 2025‑03 designating the official newspaper for the City of Delafield (all in favor)
Deer Management Committee
The Deer Management Committee will discuss field activities and 2024-2025 hunt results, and review incentives and promotions. The committee will also elect a new chair and vice chair, and welcome a new member. Previous meeting minutes from November 19, 2024, are up for approval.
- Discussion of 2024-2025 deer hunt results and field activities (Unfinished Business A)
- Review of incentives and promotions for deer management (Unfinished Business B)
- Election of new Chair and Vice Chair (New Business B)
- Welcome of new committee member Mark Spelman (New Business A)
- Approval of minutes from November 19, 2024 Regular Meeting
The Deer Management Committee approved the minutes from the November 19, 2024 meeting. Joe Reynoso was elected Chair and Tim Turnock was elected Vice Chair of the committee. Reynoso was also elected Pro Tem Chair for the April 15, 2025 meeting.
- Approved November 19, 2024 meeting minutes (all in favor)
- Elected Joe Reynoso as Pro Tem Chair for the April 15, 2025 meeting (all in favor)
- Elected Joe Reynoso as Deer Management Committee Chairperson (all in favor)
- Elected Tim Turnock as Deer Management Committee Vice Chairperson (all in favor)
Lake Welfare Committee
The Lake Welfare Committee will discuss and consider a recommendation on a proposal to replace a shed with a 346 sq. ft. boathouse at 2411 Nagawicka Road. Other items include updates on the 'Welcome to the Lake' program, proposed impervious surface ordinance changes, wakesurfing recommendations, a fish crib project, and lake aerators. The meeting also includes approval of March 12 meeting minutes and public comment.
- Application DELC0755954: raze shed and construct new boathouse at 2411 Nagawicka Road
- Discussion and possible action on wakesurfing recommendations and notifications
- Discussion on proposed land use ordinance regarding impervious surfaces
- Update on 'Welcome to the Lake' program
- New business item: erosion/storm runoff from east side of Nagawicka Lake
The Lake Welfare Committee approved the minutes of the March 12, 2025 regular meeting without objection. The committee also approved a recommendation to the Plan Commission for a new boathouse at 2411 Nagawicka Road after a motion was made and carried. No other substantive actions were taken at this meeting.
- Approved March 12, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Approved recommendation to Plan Commission for boathouse at 2411 Nagawicka Road (unanimous)
Promotion & Tourism Commission
The Promotion & Tourism Commission meeting scheduled for April 8, 2025, has been cancelled due to lack of business. The body will reconvene on May 13, 2025.
Library Board
The Delafield Public Library Board of Trustees will meet to review and potentially act on the 2025 Allowable Costs Worksheet. The board will also receive reports from the library director, the Bridges Library System, and the Friends of the Library.
- Discussion and possible action on the 2025 Allowable Costs Worksheet
- Audit and approval of monthly expenditures
- Bridges Library System report
- Friends of the Library report
- Fiduciary's report
The Library Board accepted the 2025 Allowable Costs Worksheet, setting cost limits for the upcoming fiscal year. The Board also approved the 2024 State Annual Report for the Bridges Library System and two presenter agreements for youth and family programs. Monthly library expenditures were approved. No other substantive actions were taken.
- Approved minutes of the April 8 meeting (motion carried)
- Approved 2025 Allowable Costs Worksheet (motion carried)
- Approved 2024 State Annual Report for Bridges Library System
- Approved Youth Services Workshop presenter agreement (Paint and Inflate)
- Approved Family Program presenter agreement (musical performance)
- Approved monthly library expenditures (motion carried)
Public Works Committee
The Public Works Committee meeting scheduled for April 2, 2025, has been cancelled due to lack of business. The committee will reconvene at its next regularly scheduled meeting on May 7, 2025. No agenda items were considered.
- Meeting cancelled due to lack of business
Plan Commission
The Delafield Plan Commission will consider a consent agenda item approving a Business Plan of Operation amendment and permanent signage for Creative Planning, a wealth management firm, at 524 Milwaukee Street, Unit 300. New business involves a request from Divine Redeemer Lutheran Church to replace several signs at 31385 Hill Street. No public hearings or zoning amendments are scheduled.
- Consent agenda: approval of Business Plan of Operation amendment and permanent signage for Creative Planning at 524 Milwaukee Street, Unit 300
- New business: permanent signage replacement for Divine Redeemer Lutheran Church at 31385 Hill Street
- Approval of minutes from February 26, 2025 regular meeting and public hearing
- Next regular meeting set for April 30, 2025 with submittal deadline April 2, 2025
The Plan Commission adopted the minutes from the February 26, 2025 meeting. It approved a Business Plan of Operation and Permanent Signage for Creative Planning at 524 Milwaukee St, Unit 300. It also approved Permanent Signage for Divine Redeemer Lutheran Church at 31385 Hill St, with listed conditions. All motions were carried unanimously.
- Approved minutes of February 26, 2025 meeting (All in Favor)
- Approved Business Plan of Operation and Permanent Signage for Creative Planning, 524 Milwaukee St Unit 300 (All in Favor)
- Approved Permanent Signage for Divine Redeemer Lutheran Church, 31385 Hill St, subject to conditions (All in Favor)
Park & Recreation Commission
The Park & Recreation Commission will discuss and possibly approve revised chapters of the Park & Recreation Long-Range Plan. New business includes a rental and sign placement request from Clearwater Outdoor at St. John's Park, two fee waiver requests for Liberty Park from the Delafield Arts Foundation and Chamber of Commerce, and a sign placement request from LWC at the Bleeker Street boat launch. The commission will also review monthly financials and schedule a spring park walk.
- Review new/revised chapters of Park & Recreation Long-Range Plan
- Clearwater Outdoor – St. John's park rental & sign placement request
- Liberty Park fee waiver request – Delafield Arts Foundation
- Liberty Park fee waiver request – Delafield Chamber of Commerce
- Request from LWC to place sign at Bleeker Street boat launch
The commission approved the Park & Recreation Long‑Range Plan with minor edits. It authorized Clear Water Outdoor to resume rentals and signage in St. John’s Park for the season. Fee waivers were granted for the Delafield Arts Foundation’s summer concerts and for the Chamber’s DelaSpring and Block Party events. The Lake Welfare Committee received permission to post a wakeboarding sign at the Bleeker Street boat launch, and a Spring Park Walk was scheduled for Cushing Park on April 19.
- Approved Park & Recreation Long‑Range Plan (all in favor)
- Approved Clear Water Outdoor rental and sign request for St. John’s Park (all in favor)
- Approved fee waiver for Delafield Arts Foundation Liberty Park concert series (all in favor)
- Approved two‑year fee waiver for Chamber events at Liberty Park (all in favor)
- Approved Lake Welfare Committee sign permission at Bleeker Street boat launch (all in favor)
- Scheduled Spring Park Walk at Cushing Park for April 19, 10:00 a.m. (all in favor)
- Approved minutes of the January 27, 2025 meeting (all in favor)
Deer Management Committee
The Deer Management Committee meeting scheduled for March 18, 2025, has been cancelled due to lack of business. The committee will next meet on April 15, 2025.
- Meeting cancelled due to lack of business
Common Council
The Common Council will discuss and possibly approve a $1.765 million bond issuance to fund 2025 capital projects. Other business includes conditional use approvals for a car wash and a six-unit condominium, a $659,886 street improvement contract award, and a settlement with Walmart over property tax assessments. The council will also consider waiving event permit fees for the Delafield Arts Foundation's summer concert series and accept a resignation from the Police Commission.
- Resolution No. 2025-01 authorizing $1,765,000 in General Obligation Promissory Notes for 2025 capital projects
- Conditional Use – Site Plan approval for a car wash at N101 State Road 83 (Bubble's Foam Farm)
- Conditional Use and related approvals for a six-unit multi-family condominium at 805 Wells Street
- Award of $659,886.40 contract to Wolf Paving for 2025 Street Improvement Program and Genesee Street Path
- Settlement agreement with Wal-Mart to resolve excessive property tax assessment claims for 2021–2024
The Common Council approved a parameters resolution for issuing up to $1.765 million in general obligation promissory notes to fund 2025 capital projects. It also approved conditional use, site plan, appearance, condominium plat, developer's agreement, and stormwater maintenance agreement for the six-unit condo development at 805 Wells Street, all contingent on final staff review. Additionally, the council awarded a $659,886.40 street improvement contract to Wolf Paving Co. Inc., approved a settlement with Walmart over property tax assessments, and waived event permit fees for the summer concert series.
- Approved Resolution 2025-01 authorizing $1.765M GO promissory notes (6-0)
- Approved conditional use for Bubble's Foam Farm car wash at N101 State Road 83 (6-0)
- Approved conditional use, site plan, and appearance for 805 Wells Street condo (6-0)
- Approved condominium plat for 805 Wells Street (6-0)
- Approved developer's agreement for 805 Wells Street (6-0)
- Approved stormwater maintenance agreement for 805 Wells Street (6-0)
- Awarded $659,886.40 street improvement contract to Wolf Paving Co. Inc. (6-0)
- Approved Walmart settlement refunding approx. $14,800 (6-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Lake Welfare Committee
The Lake Welfare Committee will discuss and consider possible action on several lake-related items, including proposed changes to impervious surface regulations for properties near navigable waterways, a dredging project at the mouth of the Bark River, and wakesurfing recommendations. The committee will also review minutes from the January 8 meeting and consider updates on the 'Welcome to the Lake' program and channel markers in St. John's Bay.
- Proposed land use ordinance amendments to expand impervious surface restrictions beyond 35 feet of navigable waterways, with sample standards from NR 115
- Dredging at the mouth of the Bark River
- Wakesurfing recommendations and notifications
- City Pier channel markers in St. John's Bay, including a buoy map to comply with DNR requirements
- Fish crib project by Eagle Scout Ryan G. Hornburg of Troop 20
The Lake Welfare Committee approved impervious surface standards as laid out by Amy Barrows, with the only exception being General Standard 5A changed to 60% for residential and 60% for commercial/industrial. The motion carried unanimously. The committee also voted to defer to the Department of Public Works on placement of buoys in St. John's Bay, with 10 votes in favor and 1 abstention. Other items discussed included wakesurfing signage, lake aerators, and dredging updates.
- Approved impervious surface standards with 60% exception for residential and commercial/industrial (all in favor)
- Deferred to Department of Public Works on buoy placement in St. John's Bay (10-0-1)
- Approved minutes from January 8, 2025 regular meeting
Promotion & Tourism Commission
The Delafield Promotion & Tourism Commission will discuss and possibly act on a donation request from Friends of Lapham Peak, revisit the status of the city's $10,000 annual donation, and review the 2025-2027 Visitors' Guide proof. They will also receive marketing updates from Z2 Marketing and review financial reports and hotel tax income distribution.
- Discussion and possible action on Lapham Peak donation request (options: $15,000 annual, $50,000 one-time, or $18,000 annual through 2030)
- Review of 2025-2027 Delafield Promotion & Tourism Visitors' Guide Proof #2
- Status update on where the annual $10,000 donation to the city is invested
- Update on 2025 marketing projects including Z2 Marketing analytics, social media, and website refresh
- Review of February/March 2025 voucher listing monthly expenses and hotel tax income reports
The Delafield Promotion & Tourism Commission approved a one-time $50,000 donation to Lapham Peak, contingent on promotion of the city. They also approved the January 28, 2025 meeting minutes and the February/March 2025 vouchers. The April 8, 2025 meeting was cancelled due to lack of business.
- Approved $50,000 donation to Lapham Peak (unanimous)
- Approved January 28, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Approved February/March 2025 vouchers (unanimous)
- Cancelled April 8, 2025 meeting due to lack of business
Library Board
The Delafield Public Library Board of Trustees meeting scheduled for March 11, 2025, has been cancelled because there is no business to conduct. The board will next meet at its regularly scheduled meeting on April 15, 2025.
Public Works Committee
The Public Works Committee will discuss and possibly take action on the proposed 805 Wells Street condominium development (unfinished business), review the Bubbles Car Wash development, and review bid results for the 2025 Street Improvement Program and Genesee Street Path with a possible recommendation to the Common Council. Traffic staff also request a crosswalk improvement on Hillside Drive, a 3-hour parking restriction at 715 Oneida Street, and a 'NO MOTOR VEHICLES' sign at the Evelyn Avenue path.
- Review of 805 Wells Street condos proposed development (updated civil plans received, general notes included)
- Review of Bubbles Car Wash development
- Review of bid results for 2025 Street Improvement Program and Genesee Street Path
- Request to improve crosswalk on Hillside Drive west of Delafield Senior Housing driveway
- Request for 3-hour parking restriction at 715 Oneida Street
The Public Works Committee approved the civil plans for the 805 Wells Street condos, subject to corrections in the city engineer's letter. They also approved updated storm water and civil plans for the Bubbles Car Wash development, with conditions. The committee recommended awarding the 2025 street improvement contract to Wolf Paving Co., Inc. for $659,886.40.
- Approved the civil plans for the 805 Wells Street condos, subject to corrections in the Brian Pehl letter dated 02/17/25.
- Approved the updated Storm Water Management and Civil Plans for Bubbles Car Wash, subject to conditions including meeting all comments in the City Engineer's review letter and submitting final plans for access drive restoration, entrance signs, and guardrail.
- Recommended to Common Council awarding the 2025 Street Improvement Program and Genesee Street Path contract to Wolf Paving Co., Inc. for $659,886.40.
- Denied the request to implement three-hour parking in front of 715 Oneida Street.
- Approved installing a 'No Motor Vehicles' sign at the path at the end of Evelyn Avenue, with traffic staff to decide on red diamond signs.
Common Council
The Delafield Common Council will vote on approving $1,209,316.88 in vouchers and discuss potential changes to the city's dog licensing ordinance. The council will also hold two closed sessions: one for legal strategy on an impact fee appeal filed by the Metropolitan Builders Association of Greater Milwaukee, and another to discuss funding options for Lake Country Fire & Rescue. Additionally, the council will receive a presentation on the state of the Lake Country Municipal Court and an update on aesthetic enhancements for the CTH 'C' bridge replacement over I-94.
- Approval of vouchers payable: $1,081,721.17 for accounts payable and $127,595.71 for payroll
- Discussion on dog licensing enforcement and ordinance viability
- Closed session on Impact Fee Appeal by Metropolitan Builders Association of Greater Milwaukee
- Closed session on Lake Country Fire & Rescue funding study
- Update on WisDOT Community Sensitive Design for CTH 'C' bridge replacement over I-94
The Common Council approved the vouchers payable report totaling $1,081,721.17 for accounts payable and $127,595.71 for payroll. They discussed dog licensing, directing staff to reach out to veterinary clinics for partnerships and to increase enforcement and education. Two closed sessions were held—one on the MBA impact fee appeal litigation and one on Lake Country Fire & Rescue funding options—but no action was taken on either. The meeting was otherwise procedural, with no other substantive decisions.
- Approved February 17, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Approved vouchers payable report: $1,081,721.17 accounts payable, $127,595.71 payroll (unanimous)
- Directed staff to contact local vets about dog licensing partnerships
- Directed staff to implement dog license compliance and enforcement policy
- Held closed session on MBA impact fee appeal litigation (unanimous, no action)
- Held closed session on Lake Country Fire & Rescue funding options (unanimous, no action)
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Plan Commission
The Plan Commission will hold a continued public hearing and consider site plan approval for a six-unit multi-family condominium development at 805 Wells Street. New business includes a request for a business plan of operation and permanent signage for a Jersey Mike's Subs at 2910 Golf Road. The commission will also review a planner report on the Regional Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing Study. No consent agenda items are listed.
- Continued public hearing and conditional use approval for 6-unit condo at 805 Wells Street (BAL-LER GROUP 2 LLC)
- Business plan of operation and permanent signage for Jersey Mike's Subs at 2910 Golf Road
- Planner report on the Regional Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing Study
- Approval of minutes from January 29, 2025 regular meeting and public hearing
The Plan Commission approved a conditional use permit for a six-unit condominium development at 805 Wells Street, subject to conditions including saving a beech tree, reducing parking to nine stalls, and removing a sidewalk/crosswalk. The commission also approved a business plan and signage for Jersey Mike's Subs at 2910 Golf Road, and acknowledged a Fair Housing Impact Statement. All votes were unanimous.
- Approved conditional use for 6-unit condo at 805 Wells St (all in favor)
- Approved site plan and appearance for condo development with conditions (all in favor)
- Approved business plan and signage for Jersey Mike's Subs at 2910 Golf Rd (all in favor)
- Acknowledged Fair Housing Impact Statement (all in favor)
- Approved minutes of January 29, 2025 meeting (all in favor)
Park & Recreation Commission
The February 24, 2025 Park & Recreation Commission meeting was cancelled due to lack of business. The next regularly scheduled meeting is March 24, 2025.
Deer Management Committee
The February 18, 2025 meeting of the City of Delafield Deer Management Committee has been cancelled due to lack of business. The committee will reconvene at its next regularly scheduled meeting on March 18, 2025.
Library Board
The Delafield Public Library Board will discuss and may take action on the 2024 annual report. The board will also hear reports from the Bridges Library System, Friends of the Library, and the fiduciary on investments and expenditures. Monthly expenditures will be audited and approved.
- Discussion and possible action on the 2024 Annual Report
- Bridges Library System Report
- Friends of the Library Report
- Fiduciary’s report
- Audit and Approval of Monthly Expenditures
The Delafield Public Library Board of Trustees approved the 2024 Annual Report as amended and approved monthly expenditures, with one abstention. The meeting also included updates on the director's activities, cleaning services, and upcoming events.
- Approved minutes as presented (motion carried)
- Approved 2024 Delafield Public Library Annual Report, as amended (motion carried)
- Approved monthly expenditures (motion carried; Maples abstained)
Common Council
The Delafield Common Council will consider approving $1.78 million in vouchers, two easements from Carriage Hills for the Genesee Street asphalt path extension, and conditional use amendments for an Elmbrook Church playground/tent relocation and an American Legion storage building. The council will also receive updates on the St. John's Bay Pier Project, a classification and compensation study RFP, and election preparations.
- Approval of temporary and permanent public access easements from Carriage Hills of Delafield for the Genesee Street public asphalt path extension project
- Conditional use amendment for Elmbrook Church to construct an outdoor playground and relocate a summer camp tent at 1100 and 1210 Hwy 83
- Conditional use amendment for American Legion Post No. 196 to build a 1,296 sq. ft. storage building at 333 N. Lapham Peak Road
- Approval of vouchers payable totaling $1,537,478.94 for accounts payable and $245,441.99 for payroll
- Update on the St. John’s Bay Pier Project and recognition of city employee years of service
The Delafield Common Council approved two conditional use amendments: one for an outdoor playground and tent relocation at Elmbrook Church properties on HWY 83, and another for a 1,296 sq. ft. storage building at American Legion Post No. 196 on N. Lapham Peak Road. The council also approved the consent agenda, including easements for the Genesee Street path extension, and approved vouchers totaling $1,782,920.93. No other substantive decisions were made; reports were given on various committees and the mayor provided updates on the St. John's Bay Pier Project and other matters.
- Approved conditional use amendment for outdoor playground and tent relocation at 1100/1210 HWY 83 (all in favor)
- Approved conditional use amendment for 1,296 sq. ft. storage building at 333 N. Lapham Peak Road (all in favor)
- Approved consent agenda including temporary and permanent easements for Genesee Street path extension (all in favor)
- Approved vouchers payable: $1,537,478.94 accounts payable and $245,441.99 payroll (all in favor)
- Approved minutes from January 20, 2025 regular meeting (all in favor)
- Approved minutes from February 4, 2025 special meeting (all in favor)
Lake Welfare Committee
The Lake Welfare Committee meeting scheduled for February 12, 2025, has been cancelled due to lack of business.
Promotion & Tourism Commission
This meeting of the Delafield Promotion & Tourism Commission has been cancelled. The notice indicates only an informal gathering will occur where no matters shall be considered nor any action taken.
Promotion & Tourism Commission
The Promotion & Tourism Commission meeting scheduled for February 11, 2025, has been cancelled due to lack of business. The commission will reconvene on March 11, 2025.
Public Works Committee
The Public Works Committee will consider final designs and schedules for the 2025 Street Improvement Program (Mariner Drive, Oakwood Road) and the Genesee Street Path Extension from Carriage Hills Drive to Woodland Drive. New business includes review of a proposed condo development at 805 Wells Street and pedestrian crossing improvements at Hillside Senior Living Center on Hillside Road. Traffic staff will also discuss a request for additional crosswalks at Wells Street and Oneida Street.
- Review final plans and schedule for 2025 Street Improvement Program covering Mariner Drive and Oakwood Road
- Review final plans for Genesee Street Path Extension between Carriage Hills Drive and Woodland Drive
- Discussion of proposed 805 Wells Street Condos development
- Review of pedestrian crossing improvements at Hillside Senior Living Center on Hillside Road west of Home Depot
- Traffic staff to review request for additional crosswalks at Wells Street and Oneida Street
The Public Works Committee approved the final plans for the 2025 Street Improvement Program, including changes to Mariner Drive, and moved it to bidding. It also approved the construction plans for the Genesee Street Path Extension (Phase 2) and recommended changes to the 805 Wells Street condominium proposal. Additionally, the committee approved installing a crosswalk on the west leg of Oneida Street at Wells Street and restriping three parking stalls.
- Approved 2025 Street Improvement Program plans with changes (unanimous)
- Approved Genesee St Path Extension Phase 2 plans for bidding (unanimous)
- Recommended Plan Commission changes for 805 Wells St condos (unanimous)
- Approved crosswalk on west leg of Oneida St at Wells St and restriping 3 parking stalls (unanimous)
Common Council
The Common Council will meet to discuss funding options from the Wisconsin Policy Forum Lake Country Fire & Rescue Funding Study. The body will also confer with legal counsel regarding an impact fee appeal filed by the Metropolitan Builders Association of Greater Milwaukee.
- Proposed funding options from the draft Wisconsin Policy Forum Lake Country Fire & Rescue Funding Study
- Impact Fee Appeal filed by the Metropolitan Builders Association of Greater Milwaukee
The Delafield Common Council convened a special meeting on February 4, 2025, and immediately entered closed session to discuss legal strategy regarding the Impact Fee Appeal filed by the Metropolitan Builders Association of Greater Milwaukee and to discuss funding options from the draft Wisconsin Policy Forum Lake Country Fire & Rescue Funding Study. After reconvening in open session, the council took no action on any items discussed in closed session. The meeting adjourned at 7:32 PM.
- Convened into closed session (5-0) to discuss legal strategy on Impact Fee Appeal and fire/rescue funding options
- Reconvened into open session (5-0) at 7:33 PM
- Took no action on items discussed in closed session
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Plan Commission
The Delafield Plan Commission will hold public hearings and consider site plan approvals for four conditional use requests: a six-unit condominium at 805 Wells Street, a car wash (Bubble's Foam Farm) on State Road 83, an outdoor playground and tent at Elmbrook Church, and a storage building at American Legion Post No. 196. Consent agenda items include business plan approvals for a tech services company, a hearing aid business sign, and a beauty salon. The commission will also discuss a retaining wall at 158 W. Main Street and acknowledge a property operator change for the Americinn hotel.
- Public hearing for a six-unit condominium development at 805 Wells Street (conditional use)
- Public hearing for Bubble's Foam Farm car wash at N101 State Road 83 (conditional use)
- Public hearing for Elmbrook Church outdoor playground and tent relocation at 1100/1210 Hwy 83
- Public hearing for American Legion Post No. 196 storage building at 333 N. Lapham Peak Road
- Consent agenda: Debugged Tech Services (715 Oneida), HearingLife signage (2722 Heritage), Beauty 636 (636 Milwaukee)
The Plan Commission voted unanimously to recommend Common Council approval of a conditional use permit for a car wash at N101 State Road 83, operated by Bubble's Foam Farm, subject to extensive conditions including chemical restrictions, spill reporting, and annual reporting. The Commission also recommended approval of conditional use amendments for an outdoor playground and tent relocation at Elmbrook Church and a storage building at American Legion Post No. 196. The public hearing for a six-unit condominium at 805 Wells Street was kept open to obtain additional information. A retaining wall at 158 W. Main Street was approved with a condition requiring a safety fence.
- Recommended approval of Bubble's Foam Farm car wash conditional use (unanimous)
- Recommended approval of Elmbrook Church playground and tent relocation (unanimous)
- Recommended approval of American Legion storage building (unanimous)
- Kept public hearing open for 805 Wells Street condominiums
- Approved retaining wall at 158 W. Main Street with safety fence condition (unanimous)
- Approved consent agenda items for Debugged Tech Services and Beauty 636
- Approved consent agenda item for HearingLife signage
- Approved minutes of December 18, 2024 meeting
Promotion & Tourism Commission
The Tourism Commission will hear a donation request from Friends of Lapham Peak for snowmaking and lodge costs, with options from $10,000 to $50,000 annually or one-time. Commissioners will also discuss 2025 marketing projects, approve December and January vouchers, and appoint Jori Hartwig as the new executive director.
- Lapham Peak presentation and donation request: $15,000/year for snowmaking, $50,000 one-time for lodge furnishings, or $18,000/year for lodge upkeep
- Appointment of Jori Hartwig as Executive Director effective February 17, 2025
- Discussion of VisitDelafield.org website project and 2025 contracted marketing projects
- Review and approval of December 2024 and January 2025 vouchers
- Review of status of annual $10,000 donation to City of Delafield investment
The Delafield Promotion & Tourism Commission approved a $12,000 proposal from Z2 Marketing to completely redesign the VisitDelafield.org website (Option B), which will take three to four months. The commission also approved the November 12, 2024 meeting minutes and signed the December 2024 and January 2025 vouchers. A request from Friends of Lapham Peak for a donation was discussed but deferred to the March 2025 meeting. Jori Hartwig was named the next Executive Director, starting February 17, 2025.
- Approved $12,000 for Z2 website redesign Option B (motion by Marrero, second by Behrend)
- Approved November 12, 2024 meeting minutes (motion by Behrend, second by McDonald)
- Signed December 2024 and January 2025 vouchers
- Deferred Lapham Peak donation request to March 2025 meeting
- Named Jori Hartwig as next Executive Director, start date 2/17/25
Park & Recreation Commission
The Park & Recreation Commission will discuss and possibly act on an update to the Liberty Park stage design, a dredging project, and the Park & Recreation Long-Range Plan. They will also review monthly financials and receive monthly updates on parks and trails. Attached materials detail proposed improvements at Liberty Park, Bleeker Street Boat Launch, Lois Jensen Nature Preserve, Cedar Valley Park, and Bostrom Memorial Park.
- Update on Liberty Park stage design: proposed permanent structure with concrete base (2,128.5 sq ft) and metal/stone architecture
- Update on dredging project
- Park & Recreation Long-Range Plan, including plans for Bleeker Street boat launch, Lois Jensen Nature Preserve, Cedar Valley Park, and Bostrom Memorial Park
- Review monthly financials
- Approval of November 25, 2024 meeting minutes
The Park & Recreation Commission approved revised 5-Year Plans for Lois Jensen, Bleeker Street, Cedar Valley, Bostrom, and Oak Street parks, with no major changes. They also approved the November 25, 2024 meeting minutes. Updates were given on the Liberty Park stage design, dredging completion, and Fort Cushing repair funding, but no formal action was taken on those items.
- Approved revised 5-Year Plans for Lois Jensen, Bleeker Street, Cedar Valley, Bostrom, and Oak Street Parks (all in favor)
- Approved minutes of November 25, 2024 regular meeting (all in favor)
Tree Board
The Delafield Tree Board will meet to discuss and potentially take action on the Tree Fund and Tree Planting Plan. The board will also review minutes from the October 28, 2024 meeting.
- Review of the Tree Fund and Tree Planting Plan
- Approval of October 28, 2024 meeting minutes
The Tree Board approved the minutes from the October 28, 2024 regular meeting. Members discussed the Tree Fund and 5-Year Tree Planting Plan, noting over $50,000 in the fund and plans to reapply for a tree planting grant. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Approved minutes from October 28, 2024 regular meeting (unanimous)
Deer Management Committee
The City of Delafield's Deer Management Committee meeting scheduled for January 21, 2025, has been cancelled due to lack of business. The committee will next convene on February 18, 2025.
- Meeting cancelled due to lack of business; next regular meeting February 18, 2025
Common Council
The Common Council will hear an appeal from the Metropolitan Builders' Association of Greater Milwaukee concerning the use of impact fees. They will also receive a presentation on a conceptual design for a stage at Liberty Park, vote on a zoning ordinance amendment for adult-oriented establishments and tobacco shops, and consider traffic changes at the Milwaukee Street and Oneida Street intersection. The meeting includes approval of $1.05 million in vouchers and a closed session to discuss performance goals for the City Administrator.
- Appeal by Metropolitan Builders’ Association regarding use of impact fees per Municipal Code Section 46-4(d)
- Presentation and possible action on conceptual design for a stage at Liberty Park by Parkitecture + Planning
- Ordinance No. 839 to amend zoning and business codes for adult-oriented establishments and tobacco shops
- Conversion of Milwaukee Street and Oneida Street intersection to a three-way stop with temporary flashing lights
- Approval of vouchers totaling $654,981.66 for accounts payable and $393,742.95 for payroll
The Common Council approved the conceptual design for a potential stage at Liberty Park, with an estimated cost of $750,000-$800,000. The council also adopted Ordinance No. 839, amending zoning and business codes regarding adult-oriented establishments and tobacco shops. Several traffic changes were approved, including converting the Milwaukee Street and Oneida Street intersection to a three-way stop. The Metropolitan Builders' Association's impact fee appeal was discussed but no decision was made.
- Approved conceptual design for Liberty Park stage (all in favor)
- Adopted Ordinance No. 839 amending adult-oriented establishment and tobacco shop regulations (all in favor)
- Approved Certified Survey Map to combine lots at 805 Wells Street (all in favor)
- Converted Milwaukee Street and Oneida Street intersection to three-way stop with temporary flashing lights (all in favor)
- Removed No Parking restrictions on south side of Church Street (all in favor)
- Adopted updated traffic maps (all in favor)
- Approved Vouchers Payable Report totaling $1,048,724.61 (all in favor)
- Tabled action on Metropolitan Builders' Association impact fee appeal
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Promotion & Tourism Commission
The Delafield Promotion & Tourism Commission meeting scheduled for January 14, 2025 was cancelled due to a lack of quorum. The meeting has been rescheduled for January 28, 2025 at 7:30 AM in City Hall Council Chambers.
Library Board
The Board of Trustees will meet to discuss library funding with guest Karol Kennedy. The meeting also includes the audit and approval of monthly expenditures.
- Discussion on Delafield Library funding with Karol Kennedy, head of Bridges Library System
- Audit and approval of monthly expenditures totaling $3,590.26
- Payment of $1,561.50 to Taylor Computer Services for a Dell OptiPlex Micro PC and labor
- Payment of $716.97 to Hoopla for digital materials
- Payment of $600.00 to the Department of Administration for TEACH services
The Delafield Public Library Board approved the December meeting minutes and monthly expenditures. The board also heard reports on staffing, events, and library funding, and set the next meeting for February 18, 2025.
- Approved December meeting minutes (motion carried; Henry and Hillmer abstained)
- Approved monthly expenditures (motion passed)
Public Works Committee
The committee will discuss preliminary plans and schedule for the 2025 Street Improvement Program, which includes pavement reconstruction on Mariner Drive and Oakwood Road with an estimated cost of $332,635. They will also review final plans for the Genesee Street Path Extension from Carriage Hills Drive to Woodland Drive. Two traffic requests are on the table: making the Oneida Street and Milwaukee Street intersection an all-way stop with pedestrian improvements, and removing parking restrictions on the south side of Church Street. The meeting includes approval of previous minutes and other routine business.
- Review of 2025 Street Improvement Program preliminary plans and schedule for Mariner Drive and Oakwood Road
- Final plans and schedule for Genesee Street Path Extension (Carriage Hills Drive to Woodland Drive)
- Request to make Oneida Street and Milwaukee Street an all-way stop intersection with mirror, crosswalk, and signage
- Request to remove parking restrictions on the south side of Church Street
- Approval of December 4, 2024, regular meeting minutes
The Public Works Committee voted unanimously to recommend installing a three-way stop at Milwaukee St. and Oneida St., with flashing lights on stop signs for six months and a traffic map update. It also recommended removing Sunday-only parking restrictions on the south side of Church St. The committee reviewed but took no action on the 2025 Street Improvement Program and Genesee St. Path Extension plans.
- Recommended three-way stop at Milwaukee St. & Oneida St. with flashing lights for 6 months (unanimous)
- Recommended removing Sunday-only parking restrictions on south side of Church St. (unanimous)
- Approved minutes of Dec. 4, 2024 regular meeting
- No action on 2025 Street Improvement Program (feedback only)
- No action on Genesee St. Path Extension final plans (feedback only)
Lake Welfare Committee
The Lake Welfare Committee will consider a draft update to the Aquatic Plant Management Plan for Nagawicka Lake, presented by a SEWRPC biologist, and may take action on it. Other agenda items include discussions on the 'Welcome to the Lake' program, a proposed impervious surfaces ordinance, the annual lake conference, dredging at the Bark River mouth, and the Lakes at Stake campaign.
- Presentation and possible action on draft Aquatic Plant Management Plan update for Nagawicka Lake
- Discussion on proposed Land Use Ordinance regarding impervious surfaces
- Discussion on dredging at the mouth of the Bark River
- Discussion on new 'Lakes at Stake' campaign
- Approval of November 13, 2024 regular meeting minutes
The committee approved the Aquatic Plant Management Plan for Nagawicka Lake as presented, pending a discussion between Tom Hafner and SEWRPC biologist Danielle Matuszak. The plan, based on a July 2024 survey, has no major changes to recommendations. The committee also approved the November 13, 2024 meeting minutes and heard updates on various lake-related projects.
- Approved Aquatic Plant Management Plan for Nagawicka Lake (all in favor)
- Approved minutes of November 13, 2024 regular meeting