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Wed Sep 2, 2026
City Council
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City of Fox Lake
Council Meeting Agenda
Wednesday, September 2, 2026 6:30 p.m.
City Hall 248 E. State St. Fox Lake, WI 53933
1. Meeting called to order by Mayor Tom Bednarek.
2. Pledge of allegiance.
3. Roll call.
4. Clerk certifies open meeting laws have been complied with.
5. Motion to approve the minutes of the August 5, 2026 council meeting, as written.
6. Mayor opens the meeting to public comments on agenda items or other matters.
7. Motion to approve the consent agenda, as listed below:
Consent Agenda:
a.
Pay the bills, as audited, for accounts payable-check #47508 through #47597 totaling
$161,704.31 (including ACH withdrawals) and payroll checks for the month of August
2026, totaling $59,292.46.
Consideration-Action:
8. Motion to approve the Mayor’s appointment of Peter Hartzheim to the Fox Lake Wastewater Control
Commission for a term of 3 years, ending August 2029.
9. Motion to approve Plat of Cayuse Court Estates Phase Two.
10. Motion to approve Resolution 16-2026, a resolution authorizing the Mayor and Clerk to execute a
quit claim deed deeding joint driveway at 107 West State Street to neighboring property at 103
West State Street.
11. Motion to open the public hearing on the Class B intoxicating liquor and fermented malt beverage
license applications for the period ending June 30, 2027.
12. Motion to close the public hearing on the Class B intoxicating liquor and fermented malt beverage
license applications for the period ending June 30, 2027.
13. Motion to …
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Wed Sep 2, 2026
Committee Of The Whole (COW)
Fox Lake discusses 2027 budget, new recreation department, and TID negotiations
The Fox Lake Committee of the Whole will discuss the 2027 budget, the founding of a City of Fox Lake Recreation Department, and municipal financing needs. The body will also discuss regulations for E-Bikes and scooters. Three closed sessions are scheduled to negotiate the disposition of municipal lots in TID 2, a development agreement in TID 3, and specific employee compensation.
- Discussion of 2027 budget
- Discussion of founding a City of Fox Lake Recreation Department
- Discussion of municipal financing needs
- Discussion of E-Bikes and scooters
- Closed session to negotiate disposition of municipal owned lots in TID 2
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City of Fox Lake
Committee of the Whole Agenda
Wednesday, September 2, 2026 6:30 p.m.
City Hall 248 E. State St. Fox Lake, WI 53933
1. Meeting called to order by Mayor Tom Bednarek.
2. Roll call.
3. Clerk certifies open meeting laws have been complied with.
4. Motion to approve the minutes of the July 1, 2026 Committee of the Whole meeting, as written.
5. Mayor opens the meeting to public comments on agenda items or other matters.
6. Reports of Department Heads present.
7. City Administrator Report.
8. Discussion of 2027 budget.
9. Discussion of founding a City of Fox Lake Recreation Department.
10. Discussion of municipal financing needs.
11. Discussion of E-Bikes and scooters.
12. Motion to adjourn to closed session pursuant to Wisconsin Statute 19.85(1)(e) deliberating or negotiating
the purchasing of public properties, the investing of public funds or conducting other specified public
business whenever competitive or bargaining reasons require a closed session, specifically to discuss
negotiating disposition of municipal owned lots in TID 2.
13. Motion to reconvene to open session.
14. Motion to adjourn to closed session pursuant to Wisconsin Statute 19.85(1)(e) deliberating or negotiating
the purchasing of public properties, the investing of public funds or conducting other specified public
business whenever competitive or bargaining reasons require a closed session, specifically to discuss
negotiating a development agreement in TID 3.
15. Motion to reconvene to open …
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Recent meetings
Wed Aug 12, 2026
Redevelopment Authority (RDA)
RDA to discuss financing Phase 2 of Cayuse Court Development
The Fox Lake Redevelopment Authority will meet to discuss development activities, financing for Phase 2 of the Cayuse Court Development, and possible initiatives using funds from an easement grant. The agenda includes routine items like approving minutes and adjourning, but action may be taken on any item.
- Discussion of RDA financing Phase 2 of Cayuse Court Development
- Discussion of possible RDA initiatives with funds from granting of easement
- Update on development activities in the City of Fox Lake
- Approval of minutes from May 13, 2026 RDA meeting
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CITY OF FOX LAKE
Mary Perkins
Redevelopment Authority
Angela Thomas
Dennis Hollnagel
248 East State Street
Steve Christian
Sam Jenswold
Fox Lake, WI 53933-0105
Dennis Linke
Sarah Theander
MEETING AGENDA
5:00 PM Wednesday August 12, 2026
248 East State Street, Fox Lake, WI
1.
Call meeting to Order.
2.
Roll Call.
3.
Motion to approve the minutes of the May 13, 2026 RDA meeting.
4.
Update on development activities in the City of Fox Lake.
5.
Discussion of RDA financing Phase 2 of Cayuse Court Development.
6.
Discussion of possible RDA initiatives with funds from granting of easement.
7.
Motion to adjourn.
***ACTION MAY BE TAKEN ON ANY OF THE ABOVE AGENDA ITEMS
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Wed Aug 5, 2026
City Council
Fox Lake Council to vote on park naming, Cayuse Court development, and health insurance payments.
The Fox Lake Village Council will consider several items including a resolution to name a park after Clara S. Bushkie, a development agreement for Cayuse Court Phase Two, bids for the Cayuse Court project, and a discussion on payments to employees who opt out of health insurance. The meeting may also go into closed session for legal strategy.
- Resolution 2026-3: Naming a park the 'Clara S. Bushkie Park'.
- Amendment to Development Agreement with ACS RBHS, LLC for Cayuse Court Phase Two.
- Discussion and possible award of bids for the Cayuse Court project.
- Discussion of payments to employees for not enrolling in health insurance.
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City of Fox Lake
Council Meeting Agenda
Wednesday , August 5 , 202 6 6:30 p.m.
City Hall 248 E. State St. Fox Lake, WI 53933
1. Meeting c alled to orde r by Mayor Tom Bednarek.
2. Pledge of allegiance.
3. Roll call.
4. Clerk certifies open meeting laws have been complied with.
5. Motion to app rove the minutes of t he July 15 , 20 2 6 council meeting, as written.
6. Mayor o pen s the meeting to public comments on agenda items or other matters .
7. Motion to approve the consent agenda, as listed below:
Consent Agenda :
a. P ay the bills, as audited, for accounts payable- check # 4 7442 through # 47 522 totaling
$ 284,781.06 (including ACH withdrawals) and payroll checks # 7102601 thr ough
# 7242627 checks , totaling $ 64,324.33 .
Consideration-Action :
8. Reports of Department Heads present.
9. City Administrator Report.
10. Motion to approve ordinance, 2026-3, an ordinance amending ordinance 249-3 A, relating to
driveway location, design and construction requirements.
11. Motion to approve resolution 15-2026, a resolution naming the Clara S. Bushkie Park.
12. Motion to approve amendment to Development A g reement between the City of Fox Lak e and ACS
RBHS LLC for Cayuse Court Phase two in the City of Fox Lake dated May 6, 2026.
13. Discuss Cayuse Court bids.
14. Motion to award Cayuse Court bid.
15. Discussion of payments to employees for not enrolling in health insurance.
16. Discussion of Cayuse Court Project financing.
17. Motion to adjourn to closed session pursuant to …
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Wed Jul 15, 2026
City Council
City Council considers a bank loan, driveway ordinance, and Cayuse Court project.
The Fox Lake City Council will review past minutes and consider Resolution 14-2026 to secure a loan from ERGO Bank for city operations. Officials will discuss new driveway regulations that apply to property owners, progress on the Cayuse Court Phase 2 project, and naming Crocker Street Park. A closed session is scheduled to consult legal counsel regarding pending litigation.
- Resolution 14-2026: Loan approval from ERGO Bank
- Discussion of a new driveway ordinance
- Discussion of the Cayuse Court Phase 2 project
- Discussion on naming Crocker Street Park
- Closed session for litigation strategy with legal counsel
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✓ Decided: Council approves ERGO Bank loan, discusses driveway rules
The council approved Resolution 14-2026, a loan agreement with ERGO Bank, with all six alderpersons voting in favor. They also discussed a draft driveway ordinance, agreeing on an asphalt or cement apron requirement from the road to the right of way, which will return for further consideration. No public comments were made, and the meeting included a closed session for legal advice on litigation.
- Approved Resolution 14-2026, a loan with ERGO Bank (6-0)
- Agreed to driveway apron requirement of asphalt or cement from road to right of way (discussion only)
- Adjourned to closed session for legal counsel on litigation (6-0)
- Reconvened to open session (6-0)
- Approved minutes of July 1, 2026 meeting (voice vote)
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City of Fox Lake
Council Meeting Agenda
Wednesday , July 15 , 202 6 6:30 p.m.
City Hall 248 E. State St. Fox Lake, WI 53933
1. Meeting c alled to orde r by Mayor Tom Bednarek.
2. Pledge of allegiance.
3. Roll call.
4. Clerk certifies open meeting laws have been complied with.
5. Motion to app rove the minutes of Ju ly 1 , 2026 council meeting, as written.
6. Mayor o pen s the meeting to public comments on agenda items or other matters .
7. Reports of Department Heads present.
8. City Administrator Report.
9. Motion to approve resolution 14-2026, a resolution approving a loan with ERGO Bank.
10. Discussion of ordinance on driveways.
11. Discussion or Cayuse Court Phase 2 project.
12. Discussion of naming of Crocker Street Park.
13. Motion to adjourn to closed session pursuant to Wisconsin Statute 19.85(1)(g), Conferring with
legal counsel for the governmental body who is rendering oral or written advice concerning strategy
to be adopted by the body with respect to litigation in which it is or is likely to become involved.
14. Motion to reconvene into open session.
15. M otion to adjourn .
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City of Fox Lake
Council Meeting Minutes
Wednesday, July 15, 2026 at 6:30 p.m.
The regular meeting of the City of Fox Lake Common Council was held on Wednesday, July
15, 2026, at 6:30 p.m., in the council chambers. The meeting was called to order by Mayor Tom
Bednarek. Followed by the Pledge of Allegiance the roll call was taken with Alderpersons Dan Ault,
Marcy Benz, Peter Hartzheim, Joe Horetzki, Dennis Linke and Angela Thomas present. Also attending
were City Administrator Kelly Crombie, DPW Superintendent Christopher Thurk, Police Chief Duane
Olbinski and City Clerk Jenny Quirk.
The clerk certified open meeting laws have been complied with.
Approve Minutes:
Motion by Thomas, seconded by Ault to approve the minutes of the July 1, 2026 council
meeting as written. Motion carried with a voice vote.
Public comments on agenda items or other matters:
Mayor opens the meeting to public comments on agenda items or other matters. No public
comments were made. The Mayor read a correspondence letter from the family of Tom Jahnke, a
former Alderperson who had recently passed away.
Reports of department heads present:
DPW Superintendent Thurk shared they have been keeping up with mowing which is now
slowing down due to little rain. There has been extra work at the pool with keeping up on the
chemicals due to heat and use. As always they have been working on pothole repairs. Also, getting
the grounds ready for the upcoming carshow.
Police Chief Olbinski shared that they have be …
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Wed Jul 1, 2026
Planning Committee
Planning Commission discusses rooming house permit and Cayuse Court Estates plat
The commission will hold a public hearing regarding a conditional use permit for 720 West State Street. Members will also discuss and vote on a recommendation for the Cayuse Court Estates Phase 2 plat.
- Public Hearing: conditional use permit for 720 West State Street (tourist rooming house)
- Recommendation: approval of conditional use permit for 720 West State Street
- Discussion and recommendation: Cayuse Court Estates Phase 2 plat
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City of Fox Lake
Planning Commission Agenda
Wednesday July 1 , 2026
6 p.m. ****NOTE TIME****
248 East State Street, Fox Lake, WI 53933
1. Meeting called to order by Chairman Tom Bednarek.
2. Roll call.
3. Clerk certifies open meeting laws have been complied with.
4. Chairman opens the meeting to public comments on agenda items or other matters.
5. Motion to approve the minutes of the March 18, 2026 Planning Commission Meeting .
6. Public Hearing for a conditional use permit for 720 West State Street to operate a tourist rooming
house.
7. Motion to recommend to Council approval of conditional use permit for 720 West State Street to
operate a tourist rooming house
8. Discuss plat for Cayuse Court Estates Phase 2.
9. Motion to recommend to Council approval of plat for Cayuse Court Estates Phase 2.
10. Update on development activities in the City of Fox Lake.
11. Motion to adjourn.
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Wed Jul 1, 2026
Construction Task Force
Task Force to discuss mural and County Highway A projects
The Construction Task Force will meet to discuss a possible mural project and the County Highway A project. No specific proposals or financial details are on the agenda; the meeting is limited to discussion and idea gathering.
- Discussion of possible mural project
- Discussion of County Highway A project
- Discussion of ideas for the Task Force and possible action
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City of Fox Lake
Construction Task Force
Ju ly 1 , 2026 7 AM
Fox Lake City Hall
Agenda
1. Call to order, certification of compliance with open meetings, roll call and introductions of
those present.
2. Discussion of possible mural project.
3. Discussion of County Highway A project.
4. Discussion of ideas for the Fox Lake Construction Task Force and possible action .
5. Adjourn
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Wed Jul 1, 2026
City Council
City Council to vote on tourist rooming house permit at 720 West State St.
The Fox Lake City Council will hold a public hearing and then vote on a conditional use permit for a tourist rooming house at 720 West State Street. The council will also consider Resolution 13-2026 concerning garbage and recycling charges. Additionally, the council will approve the consent agenda, which includes payment of audited bills totaling $ 278,658.14 and payroll checks totaling $ 65,441.23.
- Public hearing on conditional use permit for 720 West State Street tourist rooming house
- Vote to grant conditional use permit for 720 West State Street tourist rooming house
- Resolution 13-2026: charges for garbage and recycling
- Approve payment of audited accounts payable checks #47 355‑#47 441 totaling $ 278,658.14
- Approve payroll checks #63510‑#6262624 totaling $ 65,441.23
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✓ Decided: Council grants conditional use permit for tourist rooming house
The Fox Lake Common Council approved a conditional use permit for 720 West State Street to operate as a tourist rooming house, following a public hearing. The council also passed Resolution 13-2026 regarding garbage and recycling charges, and approved the consent agenda for bill and payroll payments.
- Granted conditional use permit for tourist rooming house at 720 West State Street (voice vote)
- Approved Resolution 13-2026 on garbage and recycling charges (5-0)
- Approved consent agenda: accounts payable $278,658.14 and payroll $65,441.23 (voice vote)
- Approved minutes of June 17, 2026 meeting (voice vote)
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City of Fox Lake
Council Meeting Agenda
Wednesday , July 1 , 202 6 6:30 p.m.
City Hall 248 E. State St. Fox Lake, WI 53933
1. Meeting c alled to orde r by Mayor Tom Bednarek.
2. Pledge of allegiance.
3. Roll call.
4. Clerk certifies open meeting laws have been complied with.
5. Motion to app rove the minutes of t he June 17 , 20 2 6 council meeting, as written.
6. Mayor o pen s the meeting to public comments on agenda items or other matters .
7. Motion to approve the consent agenda, as listed below:
Consent Agenda :
a. P ay the bills, as audited, for accounts payable- check # 4 7 355 through # 47 441 totaling
$ 278,658.14 (including ACH withdrawals) and payroll checks # 63510 thr ough # 6262624
checks , totaling $ 65,441.23 .
Consideration-Action :
8. Motion to open public hearing on conditional use permit for 720 West State Street to operate a
conditional use permit for tourist rooming house.
9. Motion to close public hearing on conditional use permit for 720 West State Street to operate a
conditional use permit for tourist rooming house.
10. Motion to grant conditional use permit for 720 West State Street to operate a tourist rooming
house.
11. Motion to approve resolution 13-2026, a resolution regarding charges for garbage and recycling.
12. M otion to adjourn .
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City of Fox Lake
Council Meeting Minutes
Wednesday, July 1, 2026 at 6:30 p.m.
The regular meeting of the City of Fox Lake Common Council was held on Wednesday, July 1,
2026, at 6:30 p.m., in the council chambers. The meeting was called to order by Mayor Tom
Bednarek. Followed by the Pledge of Allegiance the roll call was taken with Alderpersons Dan Ault,
Marcy Benz, Peter Hartzheim, Dennis Linke and Angela Thomas present. Joe Horetzki was absent.
Also attending were City Administrator Kelly Crombie, DPW Superintendent Christopher Thurk, Police
Chief Duane Olbinski and City Clerk Jenny Quirk.
The clerk certified open meeting laws have been complied with.
Approve Minutes:
Motion by Linke, seconded by Thomas to approve the minutes of the June 17, 2026 council
meeting as written. Motion carried with a voice vote.
Public comments on agenda items or other matters:
Mayor opens the meeting to public comments on agenda items or other matters. No public
comments were made.
Consent Agenda:
Motion by Linke, seconded by Hartzheim to pay the bills, as audited, for accounts payable-
check #47355 through #47441 totaling $278,658.14 (including ACH withdrawals) and payroll checks
#63510 through #6262624 checks, totaling $65,441.23. Motion carried with a voice vote.
Public hearing on conditional use permit for 720 West State Street:
Motion by Benz, seconded by Thomas at 6:33 pm to open public hearing on conditional use
permit for 720 West State Street to operate a conditional use permi …
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Wed Jul 1, 2026
Committee Of The Whole (COW)
City moves to closed session to negotiate a development agreement.
The Committee of the Whole will discuss a driveway ordinance, municipal financing needs, the plat for Cayuse Court Estates Phase 2, and the 2027 budget. It will also vote on a motion to enter a closed session to negotiate a development agreement. The meeting will end with motions to reconvene and adjourn.
- Discussion of ordinance on driveways
- Discussion of municipal financing needs
- Discussion of plat of Cayuse Court Estates Phase 2
- Discussion of the 2027 budget
- Motion to enter closed session to negotiate a development agreement
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✓ Decided: Council directs draft driveway ordinance requiring concrete
The Committee of the Whole discussed a driveway ordinance and agreed that a concrete approach should be required; the city administrator will draft an ordinance for review next meeting. The council also reviewed the Plat of Cayuse Court Estates Phase 2, which will go to the council for final approval after Planning Commission review. No formal votes were taken on these items; the only actions were approving the June 17 minutes and entering closed session to discuss a development agreement.
- Approved minutes of June 17, 2026 COW meeting (voice vote)
- Directed administrator to draft driveway ordinance requiring concrete approach (no vote)
- Reviewed Plat of Cayuse Court Estates Phase 2; to be brought for final approval (no vote)
- Moved to closed session to discuss development agreement (5-0)
- Reconvened to open session (5-0)
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City of Fox Lake
Committee of the Whole Agenda
Wednesday, July 1 , 202 6 6:30 p.m.
City Hall 248 E. State St. Fox Lake, WI 53933
1. Meeting called to order by Mayor Tom Bednarek.
2. Roll call.
3. Clerk certifies open meeting laws have been complied with.
4. Motion to approve the minutes of the June 17 , 202 6 Committee of the Whole meeting, as written.
5. Mayor opens the meeting to public comments on agenda items or other matters.
6. Reports of Department Heads present.
7. City Administrator Report.
8. Discussion of ordinance on driveways.
9. Discussion of municipal financing needs.
10. Discussion of plat of Cayuse Court Estates Phase 2.
11. Discussion of 2027 budget.
12. Motion to adjourn to closed session pursuant to Wisconsin Statute 19.85(1)(e) deliberating or negotiating
the purchasing of public properties, the investing of public funds or conducting other specified public
business whenever competitive or bargaining reasons require a closed session, specifically to discuss
negotiating a development agreement .
13. Motion to reconvene to open session.
14. Motion to adjourn .
*** ACTION MAY BE TAKEN ON ANY OF THE ABOVE AGENDA ITEMS
Requests from people with disabilities, who need assistance to participate in this meeting,
should be made to the Clerk ’s office, at 920-928-2280, with as much advance notice as possible.
Posted: June 29 , 202 6
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City of Fox Lake
Committee of the Whole Minutes
July 1, 2026
The July 1, 2026 committee of the whole meeting was called to order by Mayor Tom
Bednarek, at 6:38 p.m. In attendance were Alderpersons Dan Ault, Marcy Benz, Peter Hartzheim,
Dennis Linke and Angela Thomas. Joe Horetzki was absent. Also attending were City Administrator
Kelly Crombie, DPW Superintendent Christopher Thurk, Police Chief Duane Olbinski and City Clerk
Jenny Quirk.
Clerk certifies open meeting laws have been complied with.
Approve minutes:
Motion by Hartzheim, seconded by Linke to approve the minutes of the June 17, 2026
committee of the whole meeting as written. Motion carried with a voice vote.
Public comments:
The Mayor opens the meeting to public comments on agenda items or other matters. There
were no comments made.
Reports of Department Heads present:
DPW Superintendent Thurk stated that they have received another load of pothole mix to
continue fixing the streets. They have been working on getting the parks ready for the 4th of July.
Chief Olbinski shared that the department has had 45 more calls for service this month than
normal. They did a radar trailer deployment this week. They have been working on a lot of firework
complaints.
City Administrator Report:
Administrator Crombie shared the administrator report. Also noted that this was the first
Wednesday of the food drive at the pool. It was a slow start, but it was the first one.
Discussion of ordinance on driveways:
Council discusse …
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Wed Jun 17, 2026
Committee Of The Whole (COW)
Closed session to negotiate TID 3 development agreement
The Committee of the Whole will discuss a downtown mural project, a driveway ordinance, and Post Office cluster boxes. A closed session is planned to negotiate a development agreement in Tax Incremental District 3. Action may be taken on any agenda item.
- Discussion of possible mural project downtown
- Discussion of ordinance on driveways
- Discussion of Post Office cluster boxes
- Closed session to discuss negotiating a development agreement in TID 3
- Motion to approve minutes of April 1, 2026
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✓ Decided: Council discusses mural, driveway rules, mailbox policy; enters closed session
The Committee of the Whole held a discussion-only meeting with no formal votes on policy items. They discussed a possible mural project, a draft driveway ordinance, and a USPS request for cluster mailboxes on Cayuse Ct., with council indicating the city should not be responsible for them. The council then voted unanimously to enter closed session to discuss a development agreement in TID 3, and reconvened without taking further action.
- Approved minutes of April 1, 2026 COW meeting (voice vote)
- Discussed mural project; no action taken
- Discussed draft driveway ordinance; no action taken
- Council opposed USPS cluster boxes for Cayuse Ct.; will relay preference for individual mailboxes
- Voted to enter closed session to discuss TID 3 development agreement (unanimous)
- Voted to reconvene to open session (unanimous)
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City of Fox Lake
Committee of the Whole Agenda
Wednesday, June 1 7 , 202 6 6:30 p.m.
City Hall 248 E. State St. Fox Lake, WI 53933
1. Meeting called to order by Mayor Tom Bednarek.
2. Roll call.
3. Clerk certifies open meeting laws have been complied with.
4. Motion to approve the minutes of the April 1 , 202 6 Committee of the Whole meeting , as written.
5. Mayor opens the meeting to public comments on agenda items or other matters.
6. Reports of Department Heads present.
7. City Administrator Report.
8. Discussion of possible mural project downtown.
9. Discussion of ordinance on driveways.
10. Discussion of Post Office cluster boxes.
11. Motion to adjourn to closed session pursuant to Wisconsin Statute 19.85(1)(e) deliberating or negotiating
the purchasing of public properties, the investing of public funds or conducting other specified public
business whenever competitive or bargaining reasons require a closed session, specifically to discuss
negotiating a development agreement in TID 3.
12. Motion to reconvene to open session.
13. Motion to adjourn .
*** ACTION MAY BE TAKEN ON ANY OF THE ABOVE AGENDA ITEMS
Requests from people with disabilities, who need assistance to participate in this meeting,
should be made to the Clerk ’s office, at 920-928-2280, with as much advance notice as possible.
Posted: June 12 , 202 6
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City of Fox Lake
Committee of the Whole Minutes
June 17, 2026
The June 17, 2026 committee of the whole meeting was called to order by Mayor Tom
Bednarek, at 6:37 p.m. In attendance were Alderpersons Dan Ault, Marcy Benz, Peter Hartzheim,
Joe Horetzki, Dennis Linke and Angela Thomas. Also attending were City Administrator Kelly Crombie,
DPW Superintendent Christopher Thurk, Police Chief Duane Olbinski and City Clerk Jenny Quirk.
Clerk certifies open meeting laws have been complied with.
Approve minutes:
Motion by Ault, seconded by Linke to approve the minutes of the April 1, 2026 committee of
the whole meeting as written. Motion carried with a voice vote.
Public comments:
The Mayor opens the meeting to public comments on agenda items or other matters. There
were no comments made.
Reports of Department Heads present:
DPW Superintendent Thurk stated that the sidewalks at the library and by the pool have been
repaired. DPW has hung up the 250th Anniversary flags on the main street light poles. Also noting
that one of the main mowers has repairs required.
Chief Olbinski shared that he has received positive communication from the community with
the new squad car. Also had a NNO meeting today and have additional agencies coming to
participate.
City Administrator Report:
Administrator Crombie shared the administrator report. Also highlighting that Wednesdays in
July have a food drive at the pool. Exchange a nonperishable food product for an ice cream. This
will be a trial i …
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Wed Jun 17, 2026
City Council
Council to consider razing of building at 107 West State Street
The Fox Lake City Council will hold a public comment period, then consider a resolution accepting the compliance maintenance annual report (12-2026), approve several temporary picnic licenses for community events, and review and potentially award a bid for razing the building at 107 West State Street.
- Resolution 12-2026 accepting the compliance maintenance annual report (CMAR)
- Temporary class B picnic licenses for Fox Lake Chamber of Commerce (Concert in the Park on 7/4/2026 and Wine Walk on 7/10/2026), Fire Department (Car Show on 7/25/2026), and American Legion (Summer Fun on 8/22/2026)
- Review of bids for razing of 107 West State Street
- Motion to award bid for razing of 107 West State Street
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✓ Decided: Council awards raze bid for 107 West State Street
The Fox Lake Common Council approved several items, including a resolution accepting the compliance maintenance annual report, four temporary picnic licenses for local events, and awarded a raze order bid for 107 West State Street to Buchda Excavating. All motions passed, with the raze bid approved by a unanimous vote. No public comments were made, and the meeting adjourned at 6:37 p.m.
- Approved minutes of June 3, 2026 council meeting (voice vote)
- Approved Resolution 12-2026 accepting compliance maintenance annual report (voice vote)
- Approved temporary picnic licenses for Fox Lake Chamber of Commerce, Fire Department, and American Legion events (voice vote)
- Awarded raze order bid for 107 West State Street to Buchda Excavating (unanimous)
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City of Fox Lake
Council Meeting Agenda
Wednesday , June 17 , 202 6 6:30 p.m.
City Hall 248 E. State St. Fox Lake, WI 53933
1. Meeting c alled to orde r by Mayor Tom Bednarek.
2. Pledge of allegiance.
3. Roll call.
4. Clerk certifies open meeting laws have been complied with.
5. Motion to app rove the minutes of June 3 , 2026 council meeting, as written.
6. Mayor o pen s the meeting to public comments on agenda items or other matters .
7. Motion to approve resolution 12-2026, a resolution accepting the compliance maintenance annual
report CMAR.
8. Motion to approve the following temporary class B picnic licenses to: The Fox Lake Chamber o f
Commerce – Fox Lake Concert in the Park on 7/ 4 /202 6 at Clausen Park, The Fox Lake Chamber of
Commerce – Fox Trot – Reds, Whites and Brews Wine Walk on 7/1 0 /202 6 in Downtown Fox Lake
businesses, The Fox Lake Community Fire Department – Fox Lake Fire Fighter ’s Annual Car show
and Picnic on 7/2 5 /202 6 at Firemen ’s Park and The Fox Lake American Legion -Son ’s of the
American Legion Summer Fun Event on 8/2 2 /202 6 at Firemen ’s Park.
9. Review bids for razing of 107 West State Street.
10. Motion to award bid for razing of 107 West State Street.
11. M otion to adjourn .
*** ACTION MAY BE TAKEN ON ANY OF THE ABOVE AGENDA ITEMS
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City of Fox Lake
Council Meeting Minutes
Wednesday, June 17, 2026 at 6:30 p.m.
The regular meeting of the City of Fox Lake Common Council was held on Wednesday, June
17, 2026, at 6:30 p.m., in the council chambers. The meeting was called to order by Mayor Tom
Bednarek. Followed by the Pledge of Allegiance the roll call was taken with Alderpersons Dan Ault,
Marcy Benz, Peter Hartzheim, Joe Horetzki, Dennis Linke and Angela Thomas present. Also attending
were City Administrator Kelly Crombie, DPW Superintendent Christopher Thurk, Police Chief Duane
Olbinski and City Clerk Jenny Quirk.
The clerk certified open meeting laws have been complied with.
Approve Minutes:
Motion by Hartzheim, seconded by Thomas to approve the minutes of the June 3, 2026 council
meeting as written. Motion carried with a voice vote.
Public comments on agenda items or other matters:
Mayor opens the meeting to public comments on agenda items or other matters. No public
comments were made.
Resolution 12-2026:
Motion by Hartzheim, seconded by Linke to approve resolution 12-2026, a resolution accepting
the compliance maintenance annual report CMAR. Motion carried with a voice vote.
Picnic Licenses:
Motion by Benz, seconded by Thomas Motion to approve the following temporary class B
picnic licenses to: The Fox Lake Chamber of Commerce – Fox Lake Concert in the Park on 7/4/2026
at Clausen Park, The Fox Lake Chamber of Commerce – Fox Trot – Reds, Whites and Brews Wine
Walk on 7/10/2026 in Downtown Fox Lak …
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Wed Jun 3, 2026
City Council
Fox Lake Council to vote on liquor license renewals and traffic control
The City Council will hold a public hearing and then vote on Class A and B intoxicating liquor and fermented malt beverage licenses for the period ending June 30, 2027, for multiple businesses including Dollar General, Kwik Trip, and several bars. The council also plans to discuss traffic control devices on Frank Court and consider approving payments totaling $381,831.90, appointing Ann Tripke to the Board of Zoning Appeals as an alternate, and hiring a part-time custodian.
- Payment of bills: accounts payable checks #47263–47354 totaling $303,125.72 and payroll checks #63439–63509 totaling $78,706.18
- Mayor's appointment of Ann Tripke to the Board of Zoning Appeals as an alternate
- Approval of cigarette and tobacco product retail licenses for Dollar General, Fish Tales Bait and Liquor, Kwik Trip, Spirits on State St., and Snapper's Sports Bar
- Public hearing and then granting of Class A and B liquor licenses for the 2026-2027 license year to several establishments
- Discussion of traffic control devices on Frank Court and motion to hire Morgan Thurk as part-time City Custodian
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✓ Decided: Council grants liquor licenses, keeps Frank Ct. no-parking signs until Oct. 1
The council approved annual liquor and tobacco licenses for multiple businesses, confirmed a new part-time city custodian, and accepted a mayoral appointment to the zoning appeals board. After hearing from property owners, the council decided to keep no-parking signs on Frank Court until October 1, provided a driveway approach is installed by then. All votes were voice votes except the liquor license approval, which passed with one abstention.
- Approved accounts payable of $303,125.72 and payroll of $78,706.18 (voice vote)
- Accepted appointment of Ann Tripke to Board of Zoning Appeals as alternate (voice vote)
- Approved cigarette/tobacco retail licenses for 5 businesses (voice vote)
- Granted Class A and Class B liquor licenses for 2026-2027 (4-0, Benz and Thomas abstained)
- Confirmed hire of Morgan Thurk as part-time City Custodian (voice vote)
- Decided no-parking signs on Frank Ct. remain until Oct. 1 if driveway approach installed
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City of Fox Lake
Council Meeting Agenda
Wednesday , June 3 , 202 6 6:30 p.m.
City Hall 248 E. State St. Fox Lake, WI 53933
1. Meeting c alled to orde r by Mayor Tom Bednarek.
2. Pledge of allegiance.
3. Roll call.
4. Clerk certifies open meeting laws have been complied with.
5. Motion to app rove the minutes of t he May 20 , 20 2 6 council meeting, as written.
6. Mayor o pen s the meeting to public comments on agenda items or other matters .
7. Motion to approve the consent agenda, as listed below:
Consent Agenda :
a. P ay the bills, as audited, for accounts payable- check # 4 7 263 through # 47 354 totaling
$ 303,125.72 (including ACH withdrawals) and payroll checks # 6 3 439 thr ough # 63 509
checks , totaling $ 78,706.18 .
Consideration-Action :
8. Reports of department heads present.
9. City Administrator Report.
10. Motion to accept the Mayor ’s appointment of Ann Tripke to the Board of Zoning Appeals as an
alternate.
11. Motion to approve cigarette and tobacco product retail licenses to: Dollar General Store #19998,
Fish Tales Bait and Liquor LLC, Kwik Trip 367, Spirits on State St. and Snapper ’s Sports Bar, for the
period ending June 30, 2026.
12. Motion to open the public hearing on the Class A and Class B intoxicating liquor and fermented malt
beverage license applications, for the period ending June 30, 202 7 .
13. Motion to close the public hearing on the Class A and Class B intoxicating liquor and fermented malt
beverage license applications, for the period …
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City of Fox Lake
Council Meeting Minutes
Wednesday, June 3, 2026 at 6:30 p.m.
The regular meeting of the City of Fox Lake Common Council was held on Wednesday, June 3,
2026, at 6:30 p.m., in the council chambers. The meeting was called to order by Mayor Tom
Bednarek. Followed by the Pledge of Allegiance the roll call was taken with Alderpersons Dan Ault,
Marcy Benz, Peter Hartzheim, Joe Horetzki, Dennis Linke and Angela Thomas present. Also attending
were City Administrator Kelly Crombie, DPW Superintendent Christopher Thurk, Police Chief Duane
Olbinski and City Clerk Jenny Quirk.
The clerk certified open meeting laws have been complied with.
Approve Minutes:
Motion by Linke, seconded by Thomas to approve the minutes of the May 20, 2026 council
meeting as written. Motion carried with a voice vote.
Public comments on agenda items or other matters:
Mayor opens the meeting to public comments on agenda items or other matters. No public
comments were made.
Consent Agenda:
Motion by Hartzheim, seconded by Thomas to pay the bills, as audited, for accounts payable-
check #47263 through #47354 totaling $303,125.72 (including ACH withdrawals) and payroll checks
#63439 through #63509 checks, totaling $78,706.18. Motion carried with a voice vote.
Reports of department heads present:
DPW Superintendent Thurk shared they have been keeping up with mowing which is now
slowing down due to little rain. Working on trimming and spraying around poles and signs. The pool
is all ready to ope …
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Wed Jun 3, 2026
Construction Task Force
Construction Task Force discusses ideas for itself and possible action
The agenda is limited to procedural items: calling the meeting to order and adjourning. The only substantive item is a discussion of ideas for the task force's direction, with possible action to follow.
- Discussion of ideas for the Construction Task Force and possible action
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City of Fox Lake
Construction Task Force
June 3 , 2026 7 AM
Fox Lake City Hall
Agenda
1. Call to order, certification of compliance with open meetings, roll call and introductions of
those present.
2. Discussion of ideas for the Fox Lake Construction Task Force and possible action .
3. Adjourn
Requests from persons with disabilities, who need assistance to participate in this meeting,
should be made to the Clerk ’s Office at 920-928-2280 with as much advance notice as possible.
Wed Jun 3, 2026
Board of Review and Open Book
Fox Lake Board of Review to hear property assessment objections on June 3
The City of Fox Lake Board of Review will hold its first meeting on June 3, 2026, from 1:00 to 3:00 PM to hear objections to property valuations. The assessment roll is open for examination starting May 13, 2026, with an Open Book session that day from 12:00 to 2:00 PM. Property owners must follow strict procedural requirements, including making appointments and providing notice of intent to object at least 48 hours before the first meeting.
- Open Book on May 13, 2026, 12:00-2:00 PM for examination of the assessment roll at the Municipal Building, 248 E. State Street
- Board of Review first meeting on June 3, 2026, 1:00-3:00 PM at Fox Lake City Hall
- Appointments with the city clerk are required to appear before the Board of Review
- Objections must be filed in writing within the first 2 hours of the Board's first meeting, unless extraordinary circumstances apply
- Notice of intent to object must be given to the Board of Review Clerk at least 48 hours before the first meeting
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NOTICE OF OPEN BOOK FOR THE CITY OF FOX LAKE, DODGE COUNTY
Notice that the Assessment Roll is open for examination and Open Book
The City of Fox Lake of Dodge C o u n ty Pursuant to Wis. Stat. § 70.45, the assessment roll for
the Year 202 6 assessment will be open for examination starting on May 1 3 , 202 6 ,
Monday through Frida y 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM at the Municipal Building, located at 248 E. State
Street. OPEN BOOK , being held on May 1 3 , 202 6 , 12:00 pm to 2:00 pm . T h e a s s e s s o r s h a ll
b e a v a ila b le b y e m a il: alex.kroeninger @catalisgov.com and by phone: 608-563-9807 .
Instructional material will be provided at the open book to persons who wish to object to
valuations under Wis . Stat . § 70.47 .
NOTICE OF MEETING OF BOARD OF REVIEW FOR THE CITY OF FOX LAKE
Notice is hereby given that the Board of Review for the City of Fox Lake, Dodge Count y,
Wisconsin, shall hold its first meeting on June 3rd , 202 6 , from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM at the Fox
Lake City Hall 248 E. State St. Fox Lake, WI . Please be advised of the following requirements to
appear before the Board of Review and procedural requirements if appearing before the Board of
Review:
Appointments are required to appear before the Board of Review. Please contact the city clerk ’s office, at
920-928-2280, to make an appointment.
After the first meeting of the Board of Review and before the Board of Review's final
adjournment, no person who is scheduled to appear before the Board of Review m …
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Wed Jun 3, 2026
Board of Review and Open Book
Fox Lake Board of Review to hear property valuation objections
The Board of Review will meet to hear and decide on written objections to property valuations for 2026. The board will also elect officers, verify open book changes, and handle procedural items such as allowing telephone testimony and granting waiver of notice for objections.
- Election of chairperson and vice-chairperson for the board
- Motion on whether to allow testimony by telephone
- Swearing in of the assessor before testimony
- Examination of assessment roll to correct errors and add omitted property
- Hearing of objections to property valuations with roll-call votes to raise, lower, or sustain values
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City of Fox Lake
Board of Review
June 3, 2026
1:00 PM to 3:00 PM
Council Chambers
Board of Review called to order.
Roll call.
Confirmation of appropriate Board of Review and Open Meetings notices. ~ Post 3 places
Motion/election of a chairperson for the Board.
Motion/election of vice-chairperson for the Board.
Clerk verifies that a board member has met the mandatory training requirements specified in section
70.46 §.
Motion to allow/not allow Board of Review testimony by telephone.
Clerk swears in the assessor prior to any testimony before the Board of Review.
The Board receives the assessment roll and sworn statements from the clerk.
The Board examines the roll, corrects description or calculation errors, add omitted property and
eliminate double assessed property.
Discuss/action ~ verify with the assessor that open book changes are included in the assessment roll.
Allow taxpayers to examine assessment date.
The Board will make a motion to grant waivers of the required 48-hour notice of intent to file an objection
during the first two hours for good cause.
The Board will hear written objections to property valuations.
a. The clerk will swear in all persons testifying to the Board.
b. The Board will hear all objections to the total valuation of the parcel.
c. The assessor will state his findings on the assessment value of the property.
d. The Board will deliberate, then motion, second and take a roll call vote on whether to
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Wed May 20, 2026
City Council
Council to consider water rate application filing with PSC
The Fox Lake City Council will hear a presentation from financial consultant Ehlers on Phase 2 of the Water Rate Study, then consider a motion to approve filing a water rate application with the Public Service Commission of Wisconsin. The council will also discuss possible refinancing of municipal debt and hold a public hearing and vote on a Class B intoxicating liquor license for Fox Lake Lounge LLC. Additional discussions include a municipal building generator and city salt shed needs.
- Presentation from Ehlers on Water Rate Study Phase 2
- Motion to approve filing water rate application with Public Service Commission of Wisconsin
- Discussion on possible refinancing of municipal debt
- Motion to grant Class B intoxicating liquor license to Fox Lake Lounge LLC (agent Angela Thomas) through June 30, 2026
- Discussion of municipal building generator and city salt shed needs
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✓ Decided: Council granted a Class B liquor license to Fox Lake Lounge LLC
The council approved the minutes from the May 6 meeting by voice vote. It approved Ehlers' filing of the water rate application with the Public Service Commission, with six council members voting in favor. The council opened, closed, and then granted a Class B intoxicating liquor license to Fox Lake Lounge LLC for May 20‑June 30, 2026, with five members voting in favor and one abstention. The meeting was adjourned by voice vote.
- Approved May 6 meeting minutes (voice vote)
- Approved Ehlers filing water rate application (Benz, Hartzheim, Horetzki, Linke, Thomas, Ault in favor)
- Opened public hearing on Class B liquor license (voice vote)
- Closed public hearing on Class B liquor license (voice vote)
- Granted Class B liquor license to Fox Lake Lounge LLC (Hartzheim, Horetzki, Linke, Ault, Benz in favor; Thomas abstained)
- Adjourned meeting (voice vote)
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City of Fox Lake
Council Meeting Agenda
Wednesday , May 20 , 202 6 6:30 p.m.
City Hall 248 E. State St. Fox Lake, WI 53933
1. Meeting c alled to orde r by Mayor Tom Bednarek.
2. Pledge of allegiance.
3. Roll call.
4. Clerk certifies open meeting laws have been complied with.
5. Motion to app rove the minutes of May 6 , 2026 council meeting, as written.
6. Mayor o pen s the meeting to public comments on agenda items or other matters .
7. Reports of Department Heads present.
8. City Administrator report.
9. Presentation from City Financial Consultant Ehlers on Water Rate Study Phase 2.
10. Motion to approve Ehlers filing water rate application with the Public Service Commission of
Wisconsin.
11. Discussion with City Financial Consultant on possible refinancing of municipal debt.
12. Motion to open the public hearing on the Class B intoxicating liquor license application for the
period ending June 30, 202 6 .
13. Motion to close the public hearing on the Class B intoxicating liquor license application for the
period ending June 30, 202 6 .
14. Motion to grant the Class B intoxicating liquor license for the period of May 20, 2026 through June
30, 202 6 to Fox Lake Lounge LLC, Angela Thomas agent.
15. Discussion of municipal building generator.
16. Discussion on City salt shed needs.
17. M otion to adjourn .
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Wed May 13, 2026
Redevelopment Authority (RDA)
Discussion of possible RDA initiatives for Downtown Business District
The Fox Lake Redevelopment Authority will consider approving the minutes from its March 4, 2026 meeting, receive an update on current development activities in the city, and discuss potential initiatives for the Downtown Business District. No specific actions or decisions are detailed beyond these agenda items.
- Motion to approve the minutes of the March 4, 2026 RDA meeting
- Update on development activities in the City of Fox Lake
- Discussion of possible RDA initiatives for Downtown Business District
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CITY OF FOX LAKE
Mary Perkins Redevelopment Authority Angela Thomas
Dennis Hollnagel 248 East State Street Steve Christian
Sam Jenswold Fox Lake, WI 53933-0105 Dennis Linke
Sarah Theander
MEETING AGENDA
5:00 PM Wednesday Ma y 13 , 202 6
248 East State Street, Fox Lake, WI
1. Call meeting to Order.
2. Roll Call.
3. Motion to approve the minutes of the March 4 , 2026 RDA meeting.
4. Update on development activities in the City of Fox Lake.
5. Discussion of possible RDA initiatives for Downtown Business District.
6. Motion to adjourn.
** *ACTION MAY BE TAKEN ON ANY OF THE ABOVE AGENDA ITEMS
Posted: City Hall, Community Board in City Hall and City Website
Request from persons with disabilities who need assistance to participate in this meeting should be made to the City
Clerk ’s office at (920) 928-2280 with as much advance notice as possible.
The city has been informed or otherwise has reason to believe that members of other governing bodies may
attend the meeting. No action by other bodies may occur.
Wed May 6, 2026
Construction Task Force
Construction Task Force to discuss ideas and possible action
The Fox Lake Construction Task Force is holding a meeting to discuss ideas for the task force's work and may take action. The agenda contains only one substantive item beyond procedural matters.
- Discussion of ideas for the Fox Lake Construction Task Force and possible action
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City of Fox Lake
Construction Task Force
May 6 , 2026 7 AM
Fox Lake City Hall
Agenda
1. Call to order, certification of compliance with open meetings, roll call and introductions of
those present.
2. Discussion of ideas for the Fox Lake Construction Task Force and possible action .
3. Adjourn
Requests from persons with disabilities, who need assistance to participate in this meeting,
should be made to the Clerk ’s Office at 920-928-2280 with as much advance notice as possible.
Wed May 6, 2026
City Council
Council to vote on development agreement for Cayuse Court Phase 2
The City Council will consider several action items, including approving a development agreement with ACS RBHS LLC for Cayuse Court Phase 2, confirming the hire of summer help, and amending the city administrator's employment contract. Members will also discuss a library real estate project and may enter closed session for litigation strategy. The consent agenda includes payment of bills totaling $392,417.18 and payroll of $50,605.33.
- Approve development agreement with ACS RBHS LLC for Cayuse Court Phase 2
- Amend and restate employment agreement with city administrator
- Confirm hire of Brea Posthuma as 2026 summer help
- Discussion of library real estate project
- Consent agenda: pay bills ($392,417.18) and payroll ($50,605.33)
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✓ Decided: Approved development agreement for Cayuse Court phase 2 housing
The Fox Lake City Council unanimously approved a development agreement with ACS RBHS LLC for Cayuse Court phase 2, a housing project. The council also approved an amended employment agreement with the city administrator and confirmed the hire of summer help. A consent agenda paying bills totaling over $443,000 was approved. The meeting concluded with a closed session to discuss litigation.
- Approved development agreement with ACS RBHS LLC for Cayuse Court phase 2 (unanimous)
- Approved amended employment agreement with City Administrator (unanimous)
- Confirmed hire of Brea Posthuma as 2026 summer help (unanimous)
- Approved consent agenda: accounts payable $392,417.18 and payroll $50,605.33 (unanimous)
- Approved minutes from April 15 meeting (unanimous)
- Moved to closed session for litigation strategy (unanimous)
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City of Fox Lake
Council Meeting Agenda
Wednesday , May 6 , 202 6 6:30 p.m.
City Hall 248 E. State St. Fox Lake, WI 53933
1. Meeting c alled to orde r by Mayor Tom Bednarek.
2. Pledge of allegiance.
3. Roll call.
4. Clerk certifies open meeting laws have been complied with.
5. Motion to app rove the minutes of t he April 15 , 20 2 6 council meeting, as written.
6. Mayor o pen s the meeting to public comments on agenda items or other matters .
7. Motion to approve the consent agenda, as listed below:
Consent Agenda :
a. P ay the bills, as audited, for accounts payable- check # 4 7 177 through # 47 262 totaling
$ 392,417.18 (including ACH withdrawals) and payroll checks # 6 3394 thr ough # 63 438
checks , totaling $ 50,605.33 .
Consideration-Action :
8. Reports of department heads present.
9. City Administrator Report.
10. Motion to approve amended and restated employment agreement with the City Administrator dated
May 6, 2026.
11. Motion to confirm hire of Brea Posthuma as 2026 summer help.
12. Motion to approve development agreement between the City of Fox Lake and ACS RBHS LLC for
Cayuse Court Phase 2 in the City of Fox Lake.
13. Discussion of library real estate project.
14. Motion to adjourn to closed session pursuant to Wisconsin Statute 19.85(1)(g), conferring with
legal counsel for the governmental body who is rendering oral or written advice concerning strategy
to be adopted by the body with respect to litigation in which it is or is likely to become involved.
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Wed Apr 15, 2026
City Council
Fox Lake Council to vote on acquiring 107 W State St for library
The Fox Lake City Council will vote on multiple board appointments, a second driveway at 108 Rosedale Avenue, and a resolution to acquire 107 West State Street for library purposes. The council will also consider a professional services agreement for Cayuse Court Phase 2 engineering and platting, and enter closed sessions to discuss city-owned lots in TID 3, the city administrator's contract, and litigation strategy. Public comment and the city administrator's report are also on the agenda.
- Approve second driveway at 108 Rosedale Avenue
- Discuss acquisition of 107 West State Street and vote on Resolution 11-2026 for library purposes
- Approve professional services agreement with MSA for Cayuse Court Phase 2 engineering and platting
- Approve appointments to Planning Commission, Board of Zoning Appeals, Historical Board, Library Board, Redevelopment Authority, Police Commissioner Committee, and city attorney
- Closed sessions to negotiate TID 3 lots, discuss city administrator contract, and legal strategy
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✓ Decided: Council approves acquisition of 107 West State Street for library use (6-0)
The council approved Resolution 11-2026 to acquire 107 West State Street for library purposes, contingent on the library board contributing $140,000, and authorized closing documents. Multiple mayoral appointments to city boards and commissions were approved, including Planning Commission, Board of Zoning Appeals, Historical Board, Library Board, Redevelopment Authority, and Police Commissioner Committee. A second driveway at 108 Rosedale Avenue was approved, and a professional services agreement with MSA for Cayuse Court Phase 2 engineering and platting was authorized.
- Approved Resolution 11-2026 acquiring 107 West State Street for library purposes (6-0)
- Approved appointments to Planning Commission (Josh Meyer, Geno Huettner) for 3-year terms
- Approved appointments to Board of Zoning Appeals (David Jenswold, Troy Stone, Kayla Sharpee) for 3-year terms
- Approved appointments to Fox Lake Historical Board (11 members) for 1-year terms
- Approved appointment of Rachel Rosenow to Library Board for 3-year term
- Approved second driveway at 108 Rosedale Avenue (voice vote)
- Approved professional services agreement with MSA for Cayuse Court Phase 2 design and platting (voice vote)
- Approved nomination of Dennis Linke as council president for 1-year term
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City of Fox Lake
Council Meeting Agenda
Wednesday , April 15 , 202 6 6:30 p.m.
City Hall 248 E. State St. Fox Lake, WI 53933
1. Meeting c alled to orde r by Mayor Tom Bednarek.
2. Pledge of allegiance.
3. Roll call.
4. Clerk certifies open meeting laws have been complied with.
5. Motion to app rove the minutes of t he April 1 , 2026 council meeting, as written.
6. Mayor o pen s the meeting to public comments on agenda items or other matters .
7. City Administrator Report.
8. Motion to approve the Mayor ’s appointment of Josh Meyer and Dennis Hollnagel to the
Planning Commission, for a 3 year term, expiring April 202 9 .
9. Motion to approve the Mayor ’s appointment of David Jenswold, Troy Stone and Kayla
Sharpee to the Board of Zoning Appeals, for a 3 year term, expiring April 202 9 .
10. Motion to approve the Mayor ’s appointment of Robert Frank as an honorary member, Scott
Frank, Tom Klas, Kathy Jenswold, Jan Okrasinski, Krista Klas, Robert Jenswold, Erin
Anders, Jim Clark and Scott Siedschlag to the Fox Lake Historical Board, for a term of 1
year, expiring April 202 7 .
11. Motion to approve the Mayor ’s appointment of Rachel Rosenow to the Library Board, for a
term of 3 years, expiring April 202 9 .
12. Motion to approve the Mayor ’s appointment of Robert Jenswold and Dennis Hollnagel to
the Redevelopment Authority, for a term of 5 years, expiring April 203 1 .
13. Motion to approve the Mayor ’s appointment of Todd Nehls to the Police Commissioner
Committee, for a …
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Wed Apr 1, 2026
City Council
Fox Lake council to approve bills and audit results
The Fox Lake City Council will meet to approve bills totaling $327,090.04 and discuss the 2025 audit results with City Auditor Baker Tilly. The body will also consider resolutions regarding public fire protection charges and naming Ruenger Way.
- Approval of bills totaling $327,090.04
- Discussion of 2025 Audit results with Baker Tilly
- Resolution regarding public fire protection charges
- Resolution naming Ruenger Way
- Approval of March 18, 2026 council minutes
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✓ Decided: Council approved fire‑protection charge resolution and named Ruenger Way
The council approved the March 18, 2026 meeting minutes by voice vote. It authorized payment of accounts payable and payroll checks totaling $327,090.04, also by voice vote. Resolution 9‑2026, adjusting public fire‑protection charges, passed with three votes in favor and two opposed. Resolution 10‑2026, naming Ruenger Way in honor of Mayor Wayne Ruenger, was adopted by voice vote.
- Approved March 18 minutes (voice vote)
- Paid accounts payable and payroll checks totaling $327,090.04 (voice vote)
- Approved Resolution 9‑2026 on fire‑protection charges (3‑2 vote)
- Approved Resolution 10‑2026 naming Ruenger Way (voice vote)
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City of Fox Lake
Council Meeting Agenda
Wednesday , April 1 , 202 6 6:30 p.m.
City Hall 248 E. State St. Fox Lake, WI 53933
1. Meeting c alled to orde r by Mayor Tom Bednarek.
2. Pledge of allegiance.
3. Roll call.
4. Clerk certifies open meeting laws have been complied with.
5. Motion to app rove the minutes of t he March 18 , 20 2 6 council meeting, as written.
6. Mayor o pen s the meeting to public comments on agenda items or other matters .
7. Motion to approve the consent agenda, as listed below:
Consent Agenda :
a. P ay the bills, as audited, for accounts payable- check # 4 70 94 through # 47 1 7 5 totaling
$ 2 78,089.22 (including ACH withdrawals) and payroll checks # 6 33 50 th rough # 633 93
checks , totaling $ 49,000.82 .
Consideration-Action :
8. Discussion of 2025 Audit results with City Auditor Baker Tilly.
9. Motion to approve Resolution 9-2026, a resolution regarding the amount of public fire protection
charges being char g e d to the general fund.
10. Motion to approve Resolution 10-2026, a resolution naming Ruenger Way in honor of Mayor Wayne
Ruenger.
11. M otion to adjourn .
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Posted : March 31 , 202 6
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City of Fox Lake
Council Meeting Minutes
Wednesday , April 1 , 202 6 at 6:30 p.m.
The regular meeting of the City of Fox Lake Common Council was held on Wednesday, April 1 ,
202 6 , at 6:30 p.m., in the council chambers. The meeting was called to order by Mayor Tom
Bednarek . Followed by the Pledge of Allegiance the roll call was taken with A lderpersons Marcy
Benz, Peter Hartzheim , Joe Horetzki, Dennis Linke and Angela Thomas present. Dan Ault was absent.
Also attending were City Administrator Kelly Crombie , DPW Superintendent Christopher Thurk , Police
Chief Duane Olbinski and City Clerk Jenny Quirk .
The clerk certified open meeting laws have been complied with.
Approve Minutes:
Motion by Linke , seconded by Benz to approve the minutes of the March 1 8 , 202 6 council
meeting as written . Motion carried with a voice vote.
Public comments on agenda items or other matters :
Mayor opens the meeting to public comments on agenda items or other matters. Martin Brown
of 405 Green St. recorded himself addressing the council. There were no other comments from the
public.
Consent Agenda :
Motion by Thomas , seconded by Hartzheim to p ay the bills, as audited, for accounts payable-
check #47094 through #47175 totaling $278,089.22 (including ACH withdrawals) and payroll checks
#63350 through #63393 checks, totaling $49,000.82. Motion carried with a voice vote.
2025 Audit Results:
Discussion of 2025 Audit results with City Auditor Baker Tilly. Senior Auditor Justin Hoagland of …
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Wed Apr 1, 2026
Committee Of The Whole (COW)
Closed‑session talks on acquiring real estate and disposing city lots
The Committee of the Whole will consider approving the March 18 minutes, hear department reports and discuss 2026 summer help, City Hall cleaning, and construction projects on State Hwy 33 and County Hwy A (including a 2028 project on State Hwy 33). It will move to closed‑session under Wis. Stat. 19.85(1)(e) to negotiate acquisition of real estate and to negotiate disposition of city‑owned lots in TID 3. The body will reconvene in open session before adjourning.
- Motion to approve the minutes of the March 18, 2026 Committee of the Whole meeting
- Discussion of 2026 summer help
- Discussion of City Hall cleaning
- Discussion of 2026 construction projects on State Hwy 33 and County Hwy A and a 2028 project on State Hwy 33
- Motions to enter closed session to negotiate acquisition of real estate and disposition of city‑owned lots in TID 3
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✓ Decided: Council approved hiring a dedicated janitor for City Hall
The Committee of the Whole approved the March 18 minutes by voice vote. Council agreed to hire a dedicated janitorial employee for City Hall, noting budgeted funds are available. Several motions moved the meeting to closed and open sessions to discuss real‑estate negotiations, each passing with recorded votes. The meeting was adjourned at 7:56 p.m.
- Approved March 18 minutes (voice vote)
- Agreed to hire a dedicated janitorial employee for City Hall
- Adjourned to closed session on real‑estate acquisition (vote: Benz, Hartzheim, Horetzki, Linke, Thomas)
- Reopened to open session (vote: Hartzheim, Horetzki, Linke, Thomas, Benz)
- Adjourned to closed session on disposition of city‑owned lots in TID 3 (vote: Horetzki, Linke, Thomas, Benz, Hartzheim)
- Reopened to open session (vote: Linke, Thomas, Benz, Hartzheim, Horetzki)
- Adjourned meeting at 7:56 p.m. (motion passed)
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City of Fox Lake
Committee of the Whole Agenda
Wednesday, April 1, 2026 6:30 p.m.
City Hall 248 E. State St. Fox Lake, WI 53933
Meeting called to order by Mayor Tom Bednarek.
Roll call.
Clerk certifies open meeting laws have been complied with.
Motion to approve the minutes of the March 18, 2026 Committee of the Whole meeting, as written.
Mayor opens the meeting to public comments on agenda items or other matters.
Reports of Department Heads present.
City Administrator Report.
Discussion of 2026 summer help.
Discussion of City Hall cleaning.
Discussion of 2026 construction projects on State Hwy 33 and Cty Hwy A & 2028 project on
State Hwy 33.
Motion to adjourn to closed session pursuant to Wisconsin Statute 19.85(1)(e) deliberating or negotiating the purchasing of public properties, the investing of public funds or conducting other specified public business whenever competitive or bargaining reasons require a closed session, specifically to discuss negotiating acquisition of real estate.
Motion to reconvene to open session.
Motion to adjourn to closed session pursuant to Wisconsin Statute 19.85(1)(e) deliberating or negotiating the purchasing of public properties, the investing of public funds or conducting other specified public business whenever competitive or bargaining reasons require a closed session, specifically to discuss negotiating disposition of city owned lots in TID 3.
Motion to reconvene to open session.
Motion to adjourn.
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City of Fox Lake
Committee of the Whole Minutes
April 1 , 2026
The April , 202 6 committee of the whole meeting was called to order by Mayor Tom Bednarek,
at 6: 53 p.m. In attendance were A lderpersons Marcy Benz, Peter Hartzheim , Joe Horetzki , Dennis
Linke and Angela Thomas . Dan Ault was absent. Also attending were City Administrator Kelly
Crombie, DPW Superintendent Christopher Thurk , Police Chief Duane Olbinski and City Clerk Jenny
Quir k .
Clerk certifies open meeting laws have been complied with.
Approve minutes:
Motion by Linke , seconded by Hartzheim to approve the minutes of the March 18 , 202 6
co mmittee of the whole meeting as written. Motion carried with a voice vote.
Public comments:
The Mayor opens the meeting to public comments on agenda items or other matters. There
were no comments made by the public in the audience .
Reports of Department Heads present :
DPW Superintendent Thurk stated they have been working on changing new street signs . A s
well as getting ready to mow and also to snow blow. They hope to be able to get back to working on
filling potholes soon.
Chief Olbinski shared that the department ’s calls for service and assisting other agencies ha s
increased . For March they ha d 145 calls for service and 36 traffic stops. During spring break they
have been making contacts with the kids they have seen out in the community. They have handed
out fishing poles from the KAMO group.
City Administrator Report :
Administrator Crombie shared …
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Wed Apr 1, 2026
Construction Task Force
Construction Task Force discusses charge, ideas, and schedule
The Fox Lake Construction Task Force will discuss the charge from the City Council, consider ideas for the task force’s work, and review the meeting schedule. No formal actions or approvals are listed on the agenda.
- Discussion of charge from City Council for the Construction Task Force
- Discussion of ideas for the Construction Task Force and possible action
- Discussion of meeting schedule
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City of Fox Lake
Construction Task Force
April 1, 2026 7 AM
Fox Lake City Hall
Agenda
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tēose present.
2. Motion to approŽe ıinutes froı tēe Marcē 10, 2026 ıeeting.
3. "iscussion of cēarge froı City Council for Fox Lake Construction Task Force.
4. "iscussion of ideas for tēe Fox Lake Construction Task Force and possible action.
5. "iscussion of ıeeting scēedule.
6. Adjourn
eŗuests froı persons ſitē disabilities, ſēo need assistance to participate in tēis ıeeting, sēould
be ıade to tēe ClerkЍs iƯice at ͘20-͘2͗-22͗0 ſitē as ıucē adŽance notice as possible.
Wed Mar 18, 2026
City Council
Council to vote on water rate application, lateral ordinance, and lot line units
The Fox Lake City Council will consider approving a certified survey map for zero-lot-line units at 113-119 Linden Lane, adopt an ordinance regulating water laterals, and authorize Ehlers to file a water rate increase application with the Wisconsin Public Service Commission. Also up for votes are a resolution restructuring the public works and utility departments and a new water leak policy for Fox Lake Utilities. Action may be taken on any agenda item.
- Approval of CSM for Bryan Yohn for zero lot line units at 113, 115, 117, and 119 Linden Ln
- Ordinance 2026-2 creating ordinance 470-2B relating to water laterals
- Resolution 7-2026 authorizing Ehlers to file water rate application with Public Service Commission of Wisconsin
- Resolution 8-2026 regarding structure of department of public works and utility department
- Approval of water leak policy for Fox Lake Utilities as part of updated billing policies
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✓ Decided: Council approved water rate application and utility-related measures
The Fox Lake City Council approved the March 4 minutes and a conditional sale for zero‑lot‑line units at 113‑119 Linden Lane. It passed Ordinance 2026‑2 creating water laterals, authorized a water‑rate application to the Public Service Commission, approved a resolution on the structure of the Public Works and Utility departments, and adopted a water leak policy. All motions were approved, most by voice vote; the ordinance received affirmative votes from six councilmembers.
- Approved March 4 minutes (voice vote)
- Approved CSM for zero‑lot‑line units at 113‑119 Linden Lane (voice vote)
- Approved Ordinance 2026‑2 creating water laterals (votes in favor: Benz, Hartzheim, Horetzki, Linke, Thomas, Ault)
- Approved Resolution 7‑2026 authorizing water‑rate application (voice vote)
- Approved Resolution 8‑2026 on Public Works and Utility department structure (voice vote)
- Approved water leak policy for Fox Lake Utilities (voice vote)
- Adjourned meeting (voice vote)
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City of Fox Lake
Council Meeting Agenda
Wednesday , March 18 , 202 6 6:30 p.m.
City Hall 248 E. State St. Fox Lake, WI 53933
1. Meeting c alled to orde r by Mayor Tom Bednarek.
2. Pledge of allegiance.
3. Roll call.
4. Clerk certifies open meeting laws have been complied with.
5. Motion to app rove the minutes of t he March 4, 2026 council meeting, as written.
6. Mayor o pen s the meeting to public comments on agenda items or other matters .
7. Motion to approve CSM for Bryan Yohn for zero lot line units at 113, 115, 117 and 119 Linden Ln.
8. Motion to approve ordinance 2026-2, an ordinance creating ordinance 470-2 B relating to water
laterals.
9. Motion to approve resolution 7-2026, a resolution authorizing Ehlers to file rate application for
water rates with the Public Service Commission of Wisconsin.
10. Motion to approve resolution 8-2026, a resolution regarding the structure of the department of
public works and the utility department.
11. Motion to approve water leak policy for the Fox Lake Utilities as part of updated billing policies and
procedures as amended March 18, 2026.
12. M otion to adjourn .
*** ACTION MAY BE TAKEN ON ANY OF THE ABOVE AGENDA ITEMS
R equests from persons with disabilities, who need assistance to participate in this meeting,
should be m ade to the Clerk ’s office, at 920-928- 2280, with as much advance notice as possible.
Posted : March 12 , 202 6
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City of Fox Lake
Council Meeting Minutes
Wednesday , March 18 , 202 6 at 6:30 p.m.
The regular meeting of the City of Fox Lake Common Council was held on Wednesday, March
18 , 202 6 , at 6:30 p.m., in the council chambers. The meeting was called to order by Mayor Tom
Bednarek . Followed by the Pledge of Allegiance the roll call was taken with A lderpersons Dan Ault,
Marcy Benz, Peter Hartzheim , Joe Horetzki, Dennis Linke and Angela Thomas present. Also attending
were City Administrator Kelly Crombie , DPW Superintendent Christopher Thurk , Police Chief Duane
Olbinski and City Clerk Jenny Quirk .
The clerk certified open meeting laws have been complied with.
Approve Minutes:
Motion by Linke , seconded by Thomas to approve the minutes of the March 4 , 202 6 council
meeting as written . Motion carried with a voice vote.
Public comments on agenda items or other matters :
Mayor opens the meeting to public comments on agenda items or other matters. There were
no comments made.
Linden Lane CSM :
Motion by Linke , seconded by Hartzheim to approve CSM for Bryan Yohn for zero lot line units
at 113, 115, 117 and 119 Linden L ane . Motion carried with a voice vote.
Ordinance 2026- 2 :
Motion by Linke , seconded by Hartzheim to approve ordinance 2026-2, an ordinance creating
ordinance 470-2 B relating to water laterals. Vote in favor: Benz , Hartzheim, Horetzki, Linke , Thomas
and Ault . Motion passed.
Resolution 7-2026:
Motion by Benz , seconded by Thomas to approve resolution …
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Wed Mar 18, 2026
Planning Committee
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City of Fox Lake
Planning Commission Agenda
Wednesday March 18, 2026
6 p.m. ****NOTE TIME****
248 East State Street, Fox Lake, WI 53933
1. Meeting called to order by Chairman Tom Bednarek.
2. Roll call.
3. Clerk certifies open meeting laws have been complied with.
4. Chairman opens the meeting to public comments on agenda items or other matters.
5. Motion to approve the minutes of the May 7 , 2025 Planning Commission Meeting .
6. Discuss CSM of Bryan Yohn CSM on Linden Lane for 113, 115, 117, 119 Linden Lane .
7. Motion to recommend to Council approval o f CSM for Bryan Yohn for 113, 115, 117, 119 Linden Lane.
8. Update on development activities in the City of Fox Lake.
9. Motion to adjourn.
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Please note, upon reasonable notice, efforts will be made to accommodate the needs of disabled individuals
through appropriate aids and service.
For additional information or to request services, contact the city clerk at 920-928-2280.
Posted March 12, 2026.
Wed Mar 18, 2026
Committee Of The Whole (COW)
Council to approve a new water leak policy for Fox Lake Utilities
The Committee of the Whole will vote on several motions, including a conditional sale memorandum for zero lot line units at 113, 115, 117 and 119 Linden Lane. It will also consider ordinance 2026-2, which creates ordinance 470-2 B related to water laterals, and resolutions authorizing a water rate application filing and changes to the public works and utility department structure. Finally, the council will approve an updated water leak policy for Fox Lake Utilities as part of revised billing policies.
- Approve CSM for Bryan Yohn for zero lot line units at 113, 115, 117 and 119 Linden Ln
- Approve ordinance 2026-2 creating ordinance 470-2 B for water laterals
- Approve resolution 7-2026 authorizing Ehlers to file a water rate application with the PSCW
- Approve resolution 8-2026 concerning the structure of the public works and utility departments
- Approve water leak policy for Fox Lake Utilities as part of updated billing policies
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City of Fox Lake
Council Meeting Agenda
Wednesday , March 18 , 202 6 6:30 p.m.
City Hall 248 E. State St. Fox Lake, WI 53933
1. Meeting c alled to orde r by Mayor Tom Bednarek.
2. Pledge of allegiance.
3. Roll call.
4. Clerk certifies open meeting laws have been complied with.
5. Motion to app rove the minutes of t he March 4, 2026 council meeting, as written.
6. Mayor o pen s the meeting to public comments on agenda items or other matters .
7. Motion to approve CSM for Bryan Yohn for zero lot line units at 113, 115, 117 and 119 Linden Ln.
8. Motion to approve ordinance 2026-2, an ordinance creating ordinance 470-2 B relating to water
laterals.
9. Motion to approve resolution 7-2026, a resolution authorizing Ehlers to file rate application for
water rates with the Public Service Commission of Wisconsin.
10. Motion to approve resolution 8-2026, a resolution regarding the structure of the department of
public works and the utility department.
11. Motion to approve water leak policy for the Fox Lake Utilities as part of updated billing policies and
procedures as amended March 18, 2026.
12. M otion to adjourn .
*** ACTION MAY BE TAKEN ON ANY OF THE ABOVE AGENDA ITEMS
R equests from persons with disabilities, who need assistance to participate in this meeting,
should be m ade to the Clerk ’s office, at 920-928- 2280, with as much advance notice as possible.
Posted : March 12 , 202 6
Tue Mar 10, 2026
Construction Task Force
City Council charge for Fox Lake Construction Task Force discussed
The Fox Lake Construction Task Force will meet on March 10, 2026 at City Hall. The agenda includes discussion of the charge from the City Council to the Task Force, ideas for the Task Force, and the meeting schedule. No decisions are noted; the items are for discussion only.
- Discussion of charge from City Council for Fox Lake Construction Task Force
- Discussion of ideas for the Fox Lake Construction Task Force
- Discussion of meeting schedule for the Task Force
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City of Fox Lake
Construction Task Force
March 10, 2026 10 AM
Fox Lake City Hall
Agenda
1. Call to order, certification of compliance with open meetings, roll call and introductions of
those present.
2. Discussion of charge from City Council for Fox Lake Construction Task Force.
3. Discussion of ideas for the Fox Lake Construction Task Force.
4. Discussion of meeting schedule.
5. Adjourn
Requests from persons with disabilities, who need assistance to participate in this meeting,
should be made to the Clerk ’s Office at 920-928-2280 with as much advance notice as possible.
Wed Mar 4, 2026
City Council
Fox Lake Council to consider alcohol license requirements and highway reconstruction
The City Council will vote on a cost share agreement with Dodge County for County Trunk Highway A and an ordinance establishing minimum license use requirements for alcohol licenses. The body will also consider financing for economic development planning and rate increases for the Fox Lake Wastewater Commission.
- Payment of accounts payable totaling $563,409.32 and payroll totaling $48,869.68
- Ordinance 2026-1 establishing minimum license use requirements for alcohol licenses
- Cost share agreement with Dodge County for reconstruction of County Trunk Highway A
- Resolution 6-2026 to increase rates charged to the Fox Lake Wastewater Commission
- Resolution 5-2026 providing financing for economic development planning
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✓ Decided: Council adopted ordinance setting minimum alcohol license use requirements
The council approved the minutes from the February 18, 2026 meeting. It adopted Ordinance 2026-1 establishing minimum use requirements for alcohol licenses, passing with five votes in favor and one opposed. The council also approved several financial and administrative actions, including a cost‑share agreement with Dodge County for County Trunk Highway A reconstruction, a resolution increasing rates to the Fox Lake Wastewater Commission, and a resolution providing financing for the Redevelopment Authority’s economic‑development planning. Appointments were made to the Redevelopment Authority and the Construction Task Force, and a resolution declared March 5, 2026 “Dennis Linke Day.”
- Approved February 18, 2026 meeting minutes (voice vote)
- Adopted Ordinance 2026‑1 establishing minimum alcohol license use requirements (5‑1 vote)
- Approved cost‑share agreement with Dodge County for reconstruction of County Trunk Highway A (voice vote)
- Approved Resolution 5‑2026 to fund Redevelopment Authority economic‑development planning (voice vote)
- Approved Resolution 6‑2026 increasing rates charged to Fox Lake Wastewater Commission (voice vote)
- Approved resolution declaring March 5, 2026 “Dennis Linke Day” (voice vote)
- Appointed Angela Thomas to the Redevelopment Authority (voice vote)
- Appointed Construction Task Force members: Angela Thomas (chair), Marcy Benz, Sonja Schmit, Steve Christian, Tim Nehls (voice vote)
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City of Fox Lake
Council Meeting Agenda
Wednesday , March 4 , 202 6 6:30 p.m.
City Hall 248 E. State St. Fox Lake, WI 53933
1. Meeting c alled to orde r by Mayor Tom Bednarek.
2. Pledge of allegiance.
3. Roll call.
4. Clerk certifies open meeting laws have been complied with.
5. Motion to app rove the minutes of t he February 18 , 20 2 6 council meeting, as written.
6. Mayor o pen s the meeting to public comments on agenda items or other matters .
7. Motion to approve the consent agenda, as listed below:
Consent Agenda :
a. P ay the bills, as audited, for accounts payable- check # 4 7017 through # 47 093 totaling
$ 563,409.32 (including ACH withdrawals) and payroll checks # 6 3304 th rough # 633 49
checks , totaling $ 48 ,869.68 .
Consideration-Action :
8. Motion to approve resolution 5-2026, a resolution providing the Redevelopment Authority of the
City of Fox Lake financing for economic development planning in conjunction with facilitating the
Fox Lake Construction Task Force.
9. Motion to approve ordinance 2026-1, an ordinance creating ordinance 314-14 K, an ordinance
establishing minimum license use requirements for alcohol licenses.
10. Motion to approve Dodge County and City of Fox Lake cost share agreement for the reconstruction
of County Trunk Highway A.
11. Motion to approve resolution 6-2026, a resolution increasing rates the City of Fox Lake charges to
the Fox Lake Wastewater Commission.
12. Motion to appoint Angela Thomas to the RDA to fill the unexpired te …
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City of Fox Lake
Council Meeting Minutes
Wednesday , March 4 , 202 6 at 6:30 p.m.
The regular meeting of the City of Fox Lake Common Council was held on Wednesday, March
4 , 202 6 , at 6:30 p.m., in the council chambers. The meeting was called to order by Mayor Tom
Bednarek . Followed by the Pledge of Allegiance the roll call was taken with A lderpersons Dan Ault ,
Marcy Benz, Peter Hartzheim , Joe Horetzki, Dennis Linke and Angela Thomas present. Also attending
were City Administrator Kelly Crombie , DPW Superintendent Christopher Thurk , Police Chief Duane
Olbinski and City Clerk Jenny Quirk .
The clerk certified open meeting laws have been complied with.
Approve Minutes:
Motion by Hartzheim , seconded by Thomas to approve the minutes of the February 1 8 , 202 6
council meeting as written . Motion carried with a voice vote.
Public comments on agenda items or other matters :
Mayor opens the meeting to public comments on agenda items or other matters. A motion was
made by Hartzheim, seconded by Ault with a Resolution thanking Council President Dennis Linke and
making March 5, 2026 “Dennis Linke Day ” in the City of Fox Lake. Motion carried with a voice vote.
Consent Agenda:
Motion by Benz , second ed by Hartzheim to p ay the bills, as audited, for accounts payable-
check #47017 through #47093 totaling $563,409.32 (including ACH withdrawals) and payroll checks
#63304 through #63349 checks, totaling $48,869.68 . Motion carried with a voice vote.
Resolution 5-2026 :
Motio …
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Wed Mar 4, 2026
Committee Of The Whole (COW)
Committee discusses water policies, park plantings, and real‑estate negotiations
The Committee of the Whole will discuss several water‑related topics, including a water rate study, a water lateral ordinance, and the utility’s water‑leak policy. It will also consider native plantings at Mill Creek Park and the organizational structure of the Department of Public Works and Utilities. The committee will vote on motions to enter closed sessions to negotiate the purchase of real estate and to dispose of city‑owned residential lots.
- Discussion of native plantings at Mill Creek Park
- Discussion of water rate study
- Discussion of water lateral ordinance
- Discussion of water leak policy of Fox Lake Utilities
- Discussion of structure of DPW and Utilities
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✓ Decided: Ordinance 2026-1 sets minimum alcohol license use requirements
The council approved Ordinance 2026-1, which establishes minimum use requirements for alcohol licenses. It also adopted a cost‑share agreement with Dodge County for rebuilding County Trunk Highway A and increased the rates charged to the Fox Lake Wastewater Commission. Additional actions included appointing members to the Redevelopment Authority and the Construction Task Force, and authorizing payments totaling $612,279.00.
- Approved Ordinance 2026-1 establishing minimum alcohol license use requirements (5‑1)
- Approved Dodge County and City of Fox Lake cost‑share agreement for County Trunk Highway A (voice vote)
- Approved Resolution 6‑2026 increasing rates charged to the Fox Lake Wastewater Commission (voice vote)
- Approved Resolution 5‑2026 providing financing to the Redevelopment Authority for economic‑development planning (voice vote)
- Appointed Angela Thomas to the Redevelopment Authority (voice vote)
- Appointed Construction Task Force members: Angela Thomas (chair), Marcy Benz, Sonja Schmit, Steve Christian, Tim Nehls (voice vote)
- Authorized payment of audited bills and payroll checks totaling $612,279.00 (voice vote)
- Adopted a resolution declaring March 5, 2026 “Dennis Linke Day” (voice vote)
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City of Fox Lake
Committee of the Whole Agenda
Wednesday, March 4 , 202 6 6:30 p.m.
City Hall 248 E. State St. Fox Lake, WI 53933
1. Meeting called to order by Mayor Tom Bednarek.
2. Roll call.
3. Clerk certifies open meeting laws have been complied with.
4. Motion to approve the minutes of the February 18 , 202 6 Committee of the Whole meeting, as written.
5. Mayor opens the meeting to public comments on agenda items or other matters.
6. Reports of Department Heads present.
7. City Administrator Report.
8. Discussion of native plantings at Mill Creek Park.
9. Discussion of water rate study.
10. Discussion of water lateral ordinance.
11. Discussion of water leak policy of the Fox Lake Utilities.
12. Discussion of structure of DPW and Utilities.
13. Motion to adjourn to closed session pursuant to Wisconsin Statute 19.85(1)(e) deliberating or negotiating
the purchasing of public properties, the investing of public funds or conducting other specified public
business whenever competitive or bargaining reasons require a closed session, specifically to discuss
negotiating acquisition of real estate .
14. Motion to reconvene to open session.
15. Motion to adjourn to closed session pursuant to Wisconsin Statute 19.85(1)(e) deliberating or negotiating
the purchasing of public properties, the investing of public funds or conducting other specified public
business whenever competitive or bargaining reasons require a closed session, specifically to discuss the
disposition of City own …
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City of Fox Lake
Council Meeting Minutes
Wednesday , March 4 , 202 6 at 6:30 p.m.
The regular meeting of the City of Fox Lake Common Council was held on Wednesday, March
4 , 202 6 , at 6:30 p.m., in the council chambers. The meeting was called to order by Mayor Tom
Bednarek . Followed by the Pledge of Allegiance the roll call was taken with A lderpersons Dan Ault ,
Marcy Benz, Peter Hartzheim , Joe Horetzki, Dennis Linke and Angela Thomas present. Also attending
were City Administrator Kelly Crombie , DPW Superintendent Christopher Thurk , Police Chief Duane
Olbinski and City Clerk Jenny Quirk .
The clerk certified open meeting laws have been complied with.
Approve Minutes:
Motion by Hartzheim , seconded by Thomas to approve the minutes of the February 1 8 , 202 6
council meeting as written . Motion carried with a voice vote.
Public comments on agenda items or other matters :
Mayor opens the meeting to public comments on agenda items or other matters. A motion was
made by Hartzheim, seconded by Ault with a Resolution thanking Council President Dennis Linke and
making March 5, 2026 “Dennis Linke Day ” in the City of Fox Lake. Motion carried with a voice vote.
Consent Agenda:
Motion by Benz , second ed by Hartzheim to p ay the bills, as audited, for accounts payable-
check #47017 through #47093 totaling $563,409.32 (including ACH withdrawals) and payroll checks
#63304 through #63349 checks, totaling $48,869.68 . Motion carried with a voice vote.
Resolution 5-2026 :
Motio …
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Wed Mar 4, 2026
Redevelopment Authority (RDA)
RDA to vote on easement for electric transmission line in industrial park
The Fox Lake Redevelopment Authority will consider and vote on granting an easement for an electric transmission line on RDA‑owned parcels 226-1313-3532-006 and 226-1313-3531-005 in the Fox Lake Industrial Park. The board will also approve the minutes from its January 14, 2026 meeting, receive updates on city development activities, and discuss the Construction Task Force and possible initiatives for the Downtown Business District.
- Motion to approve minutes of the January 14, 2026 RDA meeting
- Discussion of electric transmission line easement on parcels 226-1313-3532-006 and 226-1313-3531-005
- Motion to approve the electric transmission line easement on those parcels
- Update on development activities in the City of Fox Lake
- Discussion of possible RDA initiatives for the Downtown Business District
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✓ Decided: RDA approved easement for electric transmission line on two parcels
The Redevelopment Authority approved the minutes from its January 14, 2026 meeting by unanimous voice vote. It also approved an easement for an electric transmission line on RDA‑owned parcels 226-1313-3532-006 and 226-1313-3531-005 by unanimous roll‑call vote. The meeting was then adjourned by unanimous voice vote.
- Approved Jan 14 2026 meeting minutes (unanimous voice vote)
- Approved electric transmission line easement on parcels 226-1313-3532-006 and 226-1313-3531-005 (unanimous roll‑call vote)
- Adjourned meeting (unanimous voice vote)
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CITY OF FOX LAKE
Mary Perkins Redevelopment Authority
Dennis Hollnagel 248 East State Street Steve Christian
Sam Jenswold Fox Lake, WI 53933-0105 Dennis Linke
Sarah Theander
MEETING AGENDA
5:00 PM Wednesday March 4 , 202 6
248 East State Street, Fox Lake, WI
1. Call meeting to Order.
2. Roll Call.
3. Motion to approve the minutes of the January 14, 2026 RDA meeting.
4. Discussion of electric transmission line easement on RDA owned parcels 226-1313-3532-006 and 226-
1313-3531-005 located in the Fox Lake Industrial Park.
5. Motion to approve electric transmission line easement on RDA owned parcels 226-1313-3532-006 and 226-
1313-3531-005 in the Fox Lake Industrial Park .
6. Update on development activities in the City of Fox Lake.
7. Discussion of Fox Lake Construction Task Force.
8. Discussion of possible RDA initiatives for Downtown Business District.
9. Motion to adjourn.
** *ACTION MAY BE TAKEN ON ANY OF THE ABOVE AGENDA ITEMS
Posted: City Hall, Community Board in City Hall and City Website
Request from persons with disabilities who need assistance to participate in this meeting should be made to the City
Clerk ’s office at (920) 928-2280 with as much advance notice as possible.
The city has been informed or otherwise has reason to believe that members of other governing bodies may
attend the meeting. No action by other bodies may occur.
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City of Fox Lake
Redevelopment Authority of the City of Fox Lake
March 4, 2026
Minutes
A meeting of the City of Fox Lake Redevelopment Authority was held on March 4, 2026. Chair
Mary Perkins called the meeting to order at 5 PM.
Roll call was taken with Mary Perkins, Sam Jenswold, Sarah Theander and Dennis Linke being
present. Dennis Hollnagel and Steve Christian were excused. Also present was City
Administrator Kelly Crombie and Mayor Tom Bednarek.
Sarah Theander seconded by Sam Jenswold moved to approve the minutes of the January 14,
2026 RDA meeting. The motion carried on a unanimous voice vote.
City Administrator Crombie discussed the electric transmission line easement for RDA owned
parcels 226-1313-3532-006 and 226-1313-3531-005 located in the Fox Lake Industrial Park.
Sarah Theander seconded by Dennis Linke moved to approve the electric line transmission
easement on RDA owned parcels 226-1313-3532-006 and 226-1313-3531-005. The motion
carried on a unanimous roll call vote with all members present voting in favor of the motion.
City Administrator Crombie updated the RDA on development activities in the City of Fox Lake.
City Administrator Crombie discussed the Fox Lake Construction Task Force as approved by
the City Council.
Members of the RDA discussed possible initiatives for the downtown business district.
Being no further business , Sarah Theander seconded by Sam Jenswold moved to adjourn. The
motion carried on a unanimous voice vote and the RDA adjour …
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Wed Feb 18, 2026
Committee Of The Whole (COW)
Fox Lake COW meeting discusses construction projects, water policies, and licensing
The Committee of the Whole will discuss several topics including a street naming honor, construction projects on State Hwy 33 and County Hwy A, financing for the Construction Task Force, coal chutes on State Street, water leak policy, dam issues, a possible ordinance on minimum use requirements for alcohol licenses, a water lateral ordinance, and storm sewer work on Hwy A. The meeting also includes public comments, reports from department heads, and a motion to move to a closed session to negotiate real‑estate acquisition.
- Discussion of street named in honor of Mayor Wayne Ruenger
- Discussion of 2026 construction projects on State Hwy 33 and County Hwy A
- Discussion of Construction Task Force financing
- Discussion of coal chutes on State Street construction project
- Discussion of water lateral ordinance
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✓ Decided: Council voted unanimously to enter closed session to discuss real‑estate acquisition
The council approved the minutes from the February 4 meeting by unanimous voice vote. It then moved unanimously to a closed session to negotiate the acquisition of real estate, reconvened in open session, and adjourned the meeting at 8:15 by unanimous roll‑call vote. No other actions were finalized.
- Approved February 4 minutes (unanimous voice vote)
- Adjourned to closed session to discuss real‑estate acquisition (unanimous roll‑call)
- Reopened open session (unanimous roll‑call)
- Adjourned meeting at 8:15 (unanimous roll‑call)
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City of Fox Lake
Committee of the Whole Agenda
Wednesday, February 18 , 202 6 6:30 p.m.
City Hall 248 E. State St. Fox Lake, WI 53933
1. Meeting called to order by Mayor Tom Bednarek.
2. Roll call.
3. Clerk certifies open meeting laws have been complied with.
4. Motion to approve the minutes of the February 4 , 202 6 Committee of the Whole meeting, as written.
5. Mayor opens the meeting to public comments on agenda items or other matters.
6. Reports of Department Heads present.
7. City Administrator Report.
8. Discussion of Street named in Honor of Mayor Wayne Ruenger .
9. Discussion of 2026 construction projects on State Hwy 33 and County Hwy A.
10. Discussion of Construction Task Force Financing.
11. Discussion of coal chutes on State Street Construction Project.
12. Discussion of water leak policy of the Fox Lake Utilities.
13. Discussion on Dam.
14. Discussion of possible ordinance on minimum use requirements for alcohol licenses.
15. Discussion of water lateral ordinance.
16. Discussion of storm sewer on Hwy A construction project.
17. Motion to adjourn to closed session pursuant to Wisconsin Statute 19.85(1)(e) deliberating or negotiating
the purchasing of public properties, the investing of public funds or conducting other specified public
business whenever competitive or bargaining reasons require a closed session, specifically to discuss
negotiating acquisition of real estate .
18. Motion to reconvene to open session.
19. Motion to adjourn .
*** ACTION MAY BE TAKEN …
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City of Fox Lake
Committee of the Whole
February 18, 2026
Minutes
Mayor Tom Bednarek called the meeting to order at 7:10. Roll call was taken with Horetzki,
Benz, Thomas, Ault, Hartzheim, Linke being present. Also present was Mayor Bednarek,
Administrator Crombie, Director Thurk, Chief Olbinski . Crombie certified the open meeting laws
were complied with.
Thomas seconded by Hartzheim moved to approve the minutes of the February 4, 2026
meeting. The motion carried on a unanimous voice vote.
No residents were present for public comment.
To better accommodate guests from the library, at 7:12, Linke seconded by Thomas moved to
adjourn to closed session pursuant to Wisconsin Stattue 19.85(1)(e) deliberating or negotiating
the purchasing of public properties, the investing of public funds or conducting other specified
business whenever competitive or bargaining reasons require a closed session, specifically to
discuss negotiating the acquisition of real estate. The motion carried on a unanimous roll call
vote.
At 7:30, Linke seconded by Benz moved to reconvene to open session. The motion carried on a
unanimous roll call vote and the Council reconvened to open session.
Director Thurk, Chief Olbinski and Administrator Crombie presented their reports to the Council.
Crombie discussed the request to rename a street in honor of Mayor Wayne Ruenger. The
council wis h ed to move forward with a renaming at a future time.
Crombie provided an update on the construction project …
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Wed Feb 18, 2026
City Council
Council to approve YMCA aquatic program collaboration agreement
The Fox Lake City Council will consider approving a collaboration agreement with the City of Fox Lake-YMCA of Dodge County for an aquatic program. The council will also discuss a pay request for Mullin Drive from Town and Country Construction and hear comments from Fire Chief Steve Hopp. Minutes from the February 4, 2025 meeting will be reviewed for approval.
- Discussion with Fire Chief Steve Hopp
- Motion to approve City of Fox Lake-YMCA of Dodge County aquatic program collaboration agreement
- Motion to approve pay request for Mullin Drive from Town and Country Construction
- Motion to approve minutes of the February 4, 2025 council meeting
- Motion to adjourn
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✓ Decided: Council approved the Fox Lake‑YMCA aquatic program collaboration agreement
The Common Council unanimously approved the minutes from the February 4, 2025 meeting. It also approved a collaboration agreement with the City of Fox Lake‑YMCA of Dodge County for an aquatic program. Additionally, the Council approved a pay request for Mullin Drive from Town and Country Construction.
- Approved minutes of Feb 4, 2025 meeting (unanimous voice vote)
- Approved City of Fox Lake‑YMCA of Dodge County aquatic program collaboration agreement (unanimous roll call vote)
- Approved pay request for Mullin Drive from Town and Country Construction (unanimous roll call vote)
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City of Fox Lake
Council Meeting Agenda
Wednesday , February 18 , 202 6 6:30 p.m.
City Hall 248 E. State St. Fox Lake, WI 53933
1. Meeting c alled to orde r by Mayor Tom Bednarek.
2. Pledge of allegiance.
3. Roll call.
4. Clerk certifies open meeting laws have been complied with.
5. Motion to app rove the minutes of t he February 4 , 20 2 5 council meeting, as written.
6. Mayor o pen s the meeting to public comments on agenda items or other matters .
7. Discussion with Fire Chief Steve Hopp.
8. Motion to approve City of Fox Lake-YMCA of Dodge County aquatic program collaboration
agreement.
9. Motion to approve pay request for Mullin Drive from Town and Country Construction.
10. M otion to adjourn .
*** ACTION MAY BE TAKEN ON ANY OF THE ABOVE AGENDA ITEMS
R equests from persons with disabilities, who need assistance to participate in this meeting,
should be m ade to the Clerk ’s office, at 920-928- 2280, with as much advance notice as possible.
Posted : February 13 , 202 6
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City of Fox Lake
Common Council
February 18, 2026
Minutes
Mayor Tom Bednarek called the meeting to order at 6:30 and led the Council in the Pledge of
Allegiance. Roll call was taken with Horetzki, Benz, Thomas, Ault, Hartzheim, Linke being
present. Also present was Mayor Bednarek, Administrator Crombie, Director Thurk, Chief
Olbinski, Chief Hopp and Jeff Hafenstein. Crombie certified the open meeting laws were
complied with.
Linke seconded by Ault moved to approve the minutes of the February 4, 2025 Council meeting.
The motion carried on a unanimous voice vote.
No residents were present for public comment.
Fire Chief Steve Hopp and Jeff Hafenstein spoke w ith the Council concerning needs of the
department.
Hartzheim seconded by Ault moved to approve the City of Fox Lake-YMCA of Dodge County
aquatic program collaboration agreement. The motion carried on a unanimous roll call vote.
Benz seconded by Ault moved to approve pay request for Mullin Drive from Town and Country
Construction. The motion carried on a unanimous roll call vote.
At 7:10, Thomas seconded by Linke moved to adjourn. The motion carried on a unanimous
voice vote.
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🌐 County-level context (Dodge County)
County-level context — from BLS, IRS, FEMA, HUD, Census. These figures cover the whole county this city sits in, not just the city itself.
Business establishments1,693 (33,265 employees · 2023)
Fair Market Rent (2BR)$1,047/mo (2025)
Adults with low literacy16.4% (low numeracy 26% · 2017)
Sources: BLS LAUS, IRS SOI, FEMA, NHTSA FARS, Census CBP, HUD, NCES PIAAC
City profile
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$4.0M
Annual budget
$4.8M
Debt outstanding
11
Permitted housing units
The money — in
source: Census gov-finance & state comptrollerBudget
Revenue$4.0M
Spending$3.7M
Revenue ran ahead of operating spending this year.
Debt load
Outstanding debt$4.8M
A debt-load indicator (national percentile of debt, deficit & aid-reliance) — not a solvency verdict. Cross-checked against official state fiscal-stress scores where they exist.
Outcomes — economic mobility
source: Opportunity Atlas (Harvard) · research useFor kids who grew up here in low-income households, their adult household-income rank (0–1). The average hides a gap by race:
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Where it’s happening
geocoded land-use decisions🗺 Interactive map
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