Fox Lake public meetings in 2021

City Council

The Fox Lake City Council is holding a special meeting to consider two resolutions: one to purchase real estate from Thomas and Michael Meagher, and another to approve a loan with ERGO Bank. Both resolutions would authorize the Mayor and Clerk to sign the necessary documents. The meeting also includes routine items like approving minutes and public comments.

• Resolution 20-2021: purchase of real estate from Thomas and Michael Meagher
• Resolution 21-2021: loan with ERGO Bank
• Authorizing Mayor and Clerk to sign closing and loan documents

The Fox Lake Common Council approved two resolutions: purchasing real estate from Thomas and Michael Meagher, and taking a loan from ERGO Bank. Both passed unanimously. Residents raised concerns about corn husks blowing from a neighboring farm, but no action was taken on that issue.

• Approved Resolution 20-2021 to purchase real estate from Thomas and Michael Meagher (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 21-2021 for a loan with ERGO Bank (6-0)
• Approved minutes of December 1, 2021 council meeting (voice vote)

Committee Of The Whole (COW)

The Fox Lake Committee of the Whole will discuss a sewer rate increase, community center rentals, a city fee schedule resolution, and Dodge County ARPA funds. They will also review the City Administrator's report and discuss Clausen Park restrooms. The meeting is primarily for discussion, not final decisions.

• Discussion of sewer rate increase
• Discussion of community center rentals
• Discussion of City fee schedule resolution
• Discuss Dodge County ARPA
• Discussion of Clausen Park Restrooms

The Committee of the Whole discussed completing the last sewer rate increase from a 2013 resolution, with the mayor wanting further discussion. They also agreed to a 3-tier rental rate and security deposit plan for the community center and supported opening it for indoor lap walking in winter. No formal votes were taken; items were discussed for future action.

• Agreed to pursue final sewer rate increase from 2013 resolution (discussion only)
• Supported 3-tier rental rate and security deposit plan for community center
• No objection to opening community center for indoor lap walking in winter

Redevelopment Authority (RDA)

The Fox Lake Redevelopment Authority will discuss and potentially act on a request to waive fees from dirt sales, an amendment to a development agreement, and updates on property purchases and development projects. The meeting includes routine approval of minutes and updates on several ongoing projects.

• Hoekstra request to waive part of fees due to RDA from dirt sales
• Amendment to development agreement with Steve Foote on Eggleston Street
• Update on City purchase of the Meagher property
• Updates on Karavan Trailers, O'Connell Street lots, Clausen Park redevelopment, Linden Lane development, and Second Street lots

The Fox Lake Redevelopment Authority voted unanimously to amend a prior motion, allowing Steve Foote to build two four-unit buildings instead of four duplexes, keeping the total at eight units. The board tabled a request from the Hoekstras to waive dirt fees, inviting them to discuss it further. They also discussed the city's purchase of the Meagher property and received updates on several projects.

• Approved minutes from November 9, 2021 meeting (6-0)
• Tabled Hoekstra request to waive dirt fees (6-0)
• Amended July 13, 2021 motion to allow two four-unit buildings for Steve Foote (unanimous)

City Council

The Fox Lake City Council will consider approving bills, employee holiday gifts, a contractor payment for the Weed St. storm sewer project, and several resolutions including adopting a recreation plan and vacating two streets. Public comments are invited before action is taken.

• Payment of bills totaling $369,981.05 and payroll of $38,974.16
• Holiday gifts: $125 for full-time, $75 for part-time employees
• Contractor payment of $45,623.49 to Ptaschinski Construction for Weed St. storm sewer
• Resolution 16-2021 adopting 2021-2026 outdoor recreation plan
• Resolutions 17-2021 and 18-2021 vacating Mullin Drive and Heuer Court

The Fox Lake Common Council approved several resolutions and payments, including $125 holiday gifts for full-time employees and $75 for part-time employees, a contractor payment for the Weed St. storm sewer project, and resolutions adopting the outdoor recreation plan, vacating Mullin Drive and Heuer Court, and accepting a water/sewer easement. Public comments about no-parking restrictions were discussed, with the mayor saying the issue would be looked into further.

• Approved consent agenda including $369,981.05 in accounts payable and $38,974.16 in payroll
• Approved 2021 employee holiday gifts: $125 full-time, $75 part-time (5-1, Benz opposed)
• Approved contractor payment No. 1 of $45,623.49 to Ptaschinski Construction for Weed St. storm sewer project
• Adopted Resolution 16-2021, comprehensive outdoor recreation plan 2021-2026
• Vacated Mullin Drive via Resolution 17-2021
• Vacated Heuer Court via Resolution 18-2021
• Accepted water and sanitary sewer easement via Resolution 19-2021 for 220 Mill St. and vacant Second St. lots

City Council

The Fox Lake City Council is holding a special meeting to consider several resolutions, most notably setting the 2022 tax levy and rate. They will also approve 2022 wages, fund Clausen Park improvements, and appoint election inspectors. Public comments are invited before action is taken.

• Resolution 13-2021: 2022 tax levy of $855,167, mill rate $9.95 per $1,000 assessed value
• Resolution 14-2021: approving 2022 wages
• Resolution 15-2021: funding for Clausen Park improvements via Fox Lake Redevelopment Authority
• Appointment of 10 election inspectors for two-year term (Jan 1, 2022 – Dec 31, 2023)
• Approval of November 3, 2021 council minutes

The Common Council approved the 2022 budget tax levy of $855,167 with a mill rate of $9.95 per $1,000 of assessed value, along with resolutions for 2022 wages and funding for Clausen Park improvements. Election inspectors were appointed for two-year terms. The meeting was brief and procedural, with no public comments.

• Approved Resolution 13-2021 setting 2022 tax levy at $855,167, mill rate $9.95 (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 14-2021 approving 2022 wages (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 15-2021 funding Clausen Park improvements via Redevelopment Authority (6-0)
• Appointed 10 election inspectors for two-year term (voice vote)
• Approved minutes of November 3, 2021 meeting (voice vote)

Committee Of The Whole (COW)

The Fox Lake Committee of the Whole will discuss several items, including street names in Algonquin Hills, the potential purchase of Meagher land, the CORP Parks Plan, Clausen Park restrooms, changes to the tax bill insert, and 2021 employee holiday gift certificates. No final decisions are expected; this is a discussion meeting.

• Discussion of street names in Algonquin Hills
• Discussion of purchase of Meagher land
• Discussion of CORP Parks Plan
• Discussion of Clausen Park Restrooms
• Discussion of 2021 employee holiday gift certificates and amount

The Committee of the Whole discussed several items but made no formal decisions. They agreed to rename a small stretch of Linden Ln. to Quirk Court, discussed extending the Meagher land purchase into January 2022, and considered a new restroom building at Clausen Park. No votes were taken.

• Agreed to rename Linden Ln. stretch to Quirk Court (informal consensus)
• Discussed extending Meagher land purchase to January 2022 (no action)
• Discussed building new restroom at Clausen Park (no action)
• Agreed to include park/library flyer in tax bill inserts (informal consensus)

Redevelopment Authority (RDA)

The Fox Lake Redevelopment Authority is meeting to approve minutes, get updates on the 2021 Visitors Guide, discuss the city's purchase of the Meagher property, and hear status reports on several redevelopment projects including Karavan Trailers, O'Connell Street lots, Clausen Park, and Linden Lane. Action may be taken on any agenda item.

• Update and discussion on city purchase of Meagher property
• Update on Karavan Trailers, Inc.
• Update on O'Connell Street lots
• Update on redevelopment of Clausen Park
• Update on development along Linden Lane

The Fox Lake Redevelopment Authority met on November 9, 2021, and approved the October 12, 2021 minutes by a 5-0 vote. No formal decisions were made on substantive items; the board discussed the City's planned January 2022 purchase of the Meagher property, with the RDA to later buy the land from the City for development. Updates were provided on Karavan Trailers' expansion, O'Connell Street lots, Clausen Park redevelopment, and Validio Homes' construction of ten duplex units on Linden Lane.

• Approved October 12, 2021 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Discussed ad in Fox Lake Visitors Guide; City to pay for extra books due to paper cost increases
• Discussed City purchase of Meagher property planned for January 2022, with RDA to buy land from City afterward
• Noted Karavan Trailers planning ~130,000 sq. ft. addition
• Noted City working on creating another lot on O'Connell Street
• Discussed Clausen Park Fund with Beaver Dam Area Foundation and possible new bathroom house
• Noted Validio Homes purchased five lots and started construction on ten duplex units on Linden Lane

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Fox Lake Board of Zoning Appeals will hold public hearings and vote on two variance requests. The first is from Giorgio and Julie Mazzolari to build a garage with a setback matching their existing house, which would deviate from front and corner side yard requirements. The second is from Robert and Pamela Dolan to add an extra shed, exceeding the accessory building limit. The board will also approve minutes from a prior meeting.

• Variance request by Giorgio and Julie Mazzolari, 408 W. Green Street, to construct a garage with a setback matching the existing house, from ordinances 520-15 D(3)(a) and 520-11D
• Variance request by Robert and Pamela Dolan, 309 Academy Street, to construct an additional shed despite already having three accessory structures, from ordinance 520-69C(1)
• Public hearings on both variance requests
• Approval of minutes from September 23, 2021 meeting

Committee Of The Whole (COW)

The Committee of the Whole will discuss the preliminary City of Fox Lake budget for 2022 and any changes to the tax bill insert. The meeting also includes a reminder about a street renaming discussion scheduled for the November 17 COW meeting. Other agenda items cover public works, utilities, fire/police, buildings, parks, personnel, library, audit, cemetery, recycling, and transfer station topics.

• Discussion of preliminary 2022 City of Fox Lake budget
• Discussion of changes to the tax bill insert
• Reminder of street renaming discussion at November 17 COW meeting

The Committee of the Whole met on November 3, 2021, and discussed several items but made no formal decisions. City Administrator Crombie proposed renaming streets near Linden Lane and requested name suggestions for future discussion. Treasurer McCauley presented updated preliminary 2022 budget packets and discussed ARPA funds, while Clerk Quirk provided sample tax bill inserts for feedback. No votes were taken.

• Street renaming near Linden Lane discussed; no action taken
• Preliminary 2022 budget packets reviewed; no approval
• ARPA funds discussed; awaiting county numbers
• Tax bill insert samples provided for feedback; no decision

City Council

The Fox Lake City Council will consider approving a $305,000 loan from the Wisconsin Board of Commissioners of Public Lands for roadwork, an emergency siren update, and equipment purchases. They will also vote on a contractor payment for the Mill Road resurfacing project, a quit claim deed, a certified survey map for 309 Academy Street, and a new police union agreement. The council will discuss and potentially approve creating a Clausen Park Fund through the Beaver Dam Community Foundation.

• Loan agreement for $305,000 at 2.5% interest over 5 years for roadwork, siren, equipment
• Contractor payment of $106,515.33 to Tri County Paving for Mill Road Resurfacing Project
• Quit claim deed resolution (Resolution 10-2021)
• Certified survey map for 309 Academy Street
• 2022-2024 agreement with Fox Lake Police Association Local 243

The Fox Lake Common Council approved a $305,000 loan from the Wisconsin Board of Commissioners of Public Lands for roadwork, siren updates, and equipment, and created the Clausen Park Fund with an initial $25,000. They also approved a contractor payment for the Mill Road resurfacing project, a police union agreement, and several other items.

• Approved Resolution 11-2021: $305,000 loan from WI Board of Commissioners of Public Lands (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 12-2021: Created Clausen Park Fund with $25,000 initial amount (6-0)
• Approved contractor payment No. 1 of $106,515.33 to Tri County Paving for Mill Road resurfacing (6-0)
• Approved 2022-2024 agreement with Fox Lake Police Association (6-0)
• Approved letter to MacQueen Equipment to lease a streetsweeper in January 2022 (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 10-2021: quit claim deed authorization (voice vote)
• Approved CSM for 309 Academy Street (voice vote)
• Approved contract with Grota Appraisals for market update (voice vote)

Planning Committee

The Fox Lake Planning Commission is meeting to handle routine business, including approving prior minutes and hearing public comments. The main action item is a motion to recommend approval of a Certified Survey Map (CSM) for a resurvey of property owned by Robert and Pamela Dolan at 309 Academy Street.

• Motion to approve minutes from September 15, 2021 meeting
• Public comment period on agenda items
• Motion to recommend approval of CSM for resurvey of property at 309 Academy Street owned by Robert and Pamela Dolan

Buildings and Parks Committee

The Buildings and Parks Committee will present and discuss a draft of the CORP. The committee may vote to recommend that the City Council adopt the CORP and will discuss funding for Clausen Park.

• Presentation and potential recommendation of the CORP for City Council adoption
• Discussion of funding for Clausen Park

Committee Of The Whole (COW)

The Fox Lake Committee of the Whole will discuss the proposed 2022 city budget, a police contract, and potential street vacations and renamings. Also on the agenda are a possible full city re-assessment, a street sweeper purchase, and a Clausen Park TIF loan. The meeting follows a special council meeting and includes routine reports from city staff and committees.

• Discuss proposed City of Fox Lake budget for 2022
• Discuss Police contract
• Discuss vacating of 2 streets and renaming of 3 streets
• Discuss full city re-assessment
• Clausen Park TIF loan

The Committee of the Whole discussed several items but made no final decisions. They considered a TIF loan for Clausen Park improvements, a full city reassessment, and renaming three streets in the new subdivision. The council agreed to buy a new street sweeper and endorsed the COVID sick leave policy. These items will be voted on at the November council meeting.

• Agreed to purchase a new street sweeper (consensus)
• Endorsed COVID sick leave policy as presented
• Discussed TIF loan for Clausen Park improvements (no vote)
• Discussed full city reassessment (no vote)
• Discussed renaming three streets in new subdivision (no vote)

City Council

The Fox Lake City Council is holding a special meeting to consider several action items, including approving a $191,088.22 contractor payment for the Green Street Reconstruction project, appointing a Library Board member, and holding a public hearing to adopt Ordinance No. 2021-4, which repeals and amends aldermanic district boundaries to align with wards 1, 2, and 3. The meeting also includes routine items like approving minutes and public comments.

• Approve contractor payment request No. 3 of $191,088.22 to Forest Landscaping & Construction, Inc. for Green Street Reconstruction
• Public hearing and adoption of Ordinance No. 2021-4, repealing code section 52-4(B) and setting aldermanic districts to match wards 1, 2, and 3
• Appoint Rachel Rosenow to the Library Board, term expiring April 2023
• Approve minutes of the October 6, 2021 council meeting

The Fox Lake Common Council held a special meeting on October 20, 2021, and approved several items. The council adopted Ordinance No. 2021-4, which repeals and amends aldermanic district boundaries so each district consists of one ward. They also approved a $191,088.22 payment to Forest Landscaping & Construction for the Green Street Project and appointed Rachel Rosenow to the Library Board.

• Approved minutes of October 6, 2021 council meeting (voice vote)
• Approved Mayor's appointment of Rachel Rosenow to Library Board, term expiring April 2023 (voice vote)
• Approved pay request No. 3 of $191,088.22 to Forest Landscaping & Construction for Green Street Project (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2021-4 amending aldermanic district boundaries to one ward per district (voice vote)

Redevelopment Authority (RDA)

The Fox Lake Redevelopment Authority is meeting to discuss and possibly approve several items, including an ad in the 2021 Visitors Guide and the city's purchase of the Meagher property. They will also receive updates on Fox Manufacturing, Karavan Trailers, O'Connell Street lots, Clausen Park redevelopment, and Linden Lane development. Action may be taken on any agenda item.

• Discussion and possible approval of ad in 2021 Fox Lake Visitors Guide
• Discussion of city purchase of Meagher property
• Update with Brian Dillaber of Fox Manufacturing
• Updates on Karavan Trailers, O'Connell Street lots, Clausen Park, Linden Lane

The Fox Lake Redevelopment Authority approved a motion to have city staff design a new ad for the Fox Lake Visitors Guide with a 'great place to live, learn, work and play' theme, subject to Chairperson Perkins' approval. A discussion with Brian Dillaber of Fox Manufacturing was tabled. The board also received updates on the Meagher property purchase, Karavan Trailers' expansion, O'Connell Street lots, Clausen Park redevelopment, and Validio Homes' construction of 10 duplexes on Linden Lane.

• Approved minutes from September 14, 2021 meeting (5-0)
• Tabled discussion with Brian Dillaber of Fox Manufacturing
• Approved new visitor guide ad design with Daily Citizen, Chairperson to approve (5-0)

Committee Of The Whole (COW)

The Committee of the Whole will meet following the council meeting to discuss the preliminary City of Fox Lake budget for 2022. The agenda lists departmental topics including public works, water/sewer utilities, fire/police, buildings & park, license & finance, personnel, library, audit & review, and cemetery, recycling & transfer station.

• Discussion of preliminary 2022 City of Fox Lake budget
• Topics include public works, water/sewer utilities, fire/police, buildings & park, license & finance, personnel, library, audit & review, cemetery, recycling & transfer station

City Council

The Fox Lake City Council is meeting to approve routine items including bills and payroll, appoint a zoning appeals alternate, and authorize the 2022 county 911 agreement. The main substantive item is discussion and a vote on ward redistricting based on the 2020 census, via Resolution 9-2021.

• Approve accounts payable checks #42212–#42324 totaling $703,896.82 and payroll checks #60445–#60492 totaling $37,756.88
• Approve Darrell Pollesch as alternate member to the Board of Zoning Appeals
• Authorize Mayor to sign 2022 Joint Powers Agreement with Dodge County for 911 emergency system
• Discuss 2020 census and ward redistricting
• Vote on Resolution 9-2021 for ward redistricting

The council approved Resolution 9-2021 for ward redistricting, adjusting one census block to even out population among the three districts. It also approved the consent agenda, including bill and payroll payments, and authorized the mayor to sign the 2022 County 911 agreement. Darrell Pollesch was appointed as an alternate to the Board of Zoning Appeals.

• Approved Resolution 9-2021, Ward Redistricting (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda with bills totaling $703,896.82 and payroll $37,756.88 (6-0)
• Approved appointment of Darrell Pollesch to Board of Zoning Appeals (voice vote)
• Authorized mayor to sign 2022 Joint Powers Agreement for County 911 (voice vote)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing and vote on a variance request from Michael & Samantha Ramspeck to install a six-foot-high fence gate at the approach on W. Green St, five feet off the property line, which would exceed the four-foot height limit for front yard fences under city ordinance 520-71(C). The board will also approve minutes from the July 19, 2021 meeting.

• Variance request from Michael & Samantha Ramspeck for 118 W. State St.
• Six-foot fence gate at W. Green St approach, five feet off property line
• Public hearing on variance to ordinance 520-71(C)
• Motion to grant or deny the variance

The Board of Zoning Appeals approved a variance for Michael & Samantha Ramspeck to install a six-foot-high fence gate at the approach on W. Green St, five feet off the property line, despite the city ordinance limiting front-yard fences to four feet. The decision was unanimous (6-0) after a public hearing where neighbors spoke in favor. The board also approved the minutes from the July 19, 2021 meeting.

• Approved variance to ordinance 520-71(C) for six-foot fence gate at 118 W. State St. (6-0)
• Approved minutes of July 19, 2021 Board of Zoning Appeals meeting

Committee Of The Whole (COW)

The Fox Lake Committee of the Whole is meeting to discuss the upcoming budgets for public works, water/sewer utilities, fire/police, library, and license & finance. They will also discuss weed control, traffic control, zoning violations, library board minutes, and an update on Clausen Park. The agenda is largely a discussion of departmental budgets and operational topics.

• Discuss budget for public works
• Discuss budget for water/sewer utilities
• Discuss budget for fire/police
• Discuss weed control, traffic control, and zoning violations
• Update on Clausen Park

The Committee of the Whole met to discuss budget requests for the upcoming year, covering items for public works, utilities, police, library, and city buildings. No formal votes were taken; the meeting was a discussion session to prepare for budget decisions.

• Discussed DPW budget for street sweeper, plow, and lawn mower
• Discussed water/sewer utility repairs: chemical pumps ($28,000), check valves ($15,000), hydrant painting ($16,000)
• Discussed police budget: tasers ($5,600), TRACS fee ($1,000), window tinting, bathroom sink, squad carryover ($5,000), security monitor ($1,500)
• Discussed library budget: copy machine ($3,200), basement window repairs, emergency lights
• Discussed admin/court equipment: copier replacement, community center door ($5,260), court back entry ($2,095), court laptop ($1,944), PD door closure ($390)
• Discussed pool repairs: filtration pump, chairs, acid room electrical

City Council

The Fox Lake City Council is holding a special meeting to consider several action items, including approving a contractor's payment for the Green Street Reconstruction project and a certified survey map for a property in Algonquin Hills. The meeting also includes routine items like approving minutes and public comments.

• Approval of contractor's payment request No. 2 of $272,010.55 to Forest Landscaping & Construction, Inc. for Green Street Reconstruction
• Approval of certified survey map (CSM) for resurvey of Outlot 1 of Algonquin Hills
• Approval of minutes from September 9, 2021 council meeting

The Fox Lake Common Council held a special meeting on September 15, 2021, and approved three items. The council approved the minutes from the September 9 meeting, a Certified Survey Map (CSM) for the resurvey of Outlot 1 of Algonquin Hills, and contractor payment request No. 2 of $272,010.55 to Forest Landscaping & Construction, Inc. for the Green Street Reconstruction project. All motions carried, with the payment and CSM approved by unanimous votes. No public comments were made, and the meeting adjourned at 6:34 p.m.

• Approved minutes of September 9, 2021 council meeting (voice vote)
• Approved CSM for resurvey of Outlot 1 of Algonquin Hills (6-0)
• Approved $272,010.55 payment to Forest Landscaping & Construction, Inc. for Green Street project (6-0)

Planning Committee

The Fox Lake Planning Commission is meeting to handle routine business, including approving prior minutes and hearing public comments. The main action item is a motion to recommend approval of a Certified Survey Map (CSM) for the resurvey of Outlot 1 of Algonquin Hills.

• Motion to recommend approval of CSM for resurvey of Outlot 1 of Algonquin Hills
• Approval of September 8, 2021 meeting minutes
• Public comments on agenda items

The Planning Commission voted to recommend approval to the council of a Certified Survey Map (CSM) for the resurvey of Outlot 1 of Algonquin Hills. The motion passed with five votes in favor and none against. The survey is needed to acquire a portion of the outlot for lake access for new lots. No other substantive business was conducted.

• Recommended approval of CSM for resurvey of Outlot 1 of Algonquin Hills (5-0)
• Approved minutes of September 8, 2021 Planning Commission meeting (voice vote)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:04 p.m. (voice vote)

Redevelopment Authority (RDA)

The Fox Lake Redevelopment Authority will consider economic development incentives and a development agreement for Bryan Yohn to build single-family houses on East Hamilton Street and O'Connell Street. The board will also receive updates on several projects, including Karavan Trailers, O'Connell Street lots, the Meagher Property, and Clausen Park redevelopment. Action may be taken on any agenda item.

• Discuss possible economic development incentive for Bryan Yohn single-family house on East Hamilton Street
• Discuss development agreement with Bryan Yohn for single-family residence on O'Connell Street
• Updates on Karavan Trailers, Inc.
• Updates on O'Connell Street lots
• Updates on Meagher Property and Clausen Park redevelopment

The Fox Lake Redevelopment Authority approved a $3,000 economic development incentive to Bryan Yohn for constructing a new single-family home along E. Hamilton Street, payable upon occupancy permit issuance. The board tabled a development agreement for another Yohn home on O'Connell Street, which would have provided the lot for $1. Updates included drafting an offer to purchase the 60.84-acre Meagher Property for $1,521,000 and using TID #2 funds for Clausen Park projects.

• Approved minutes from August 10, 2021 meeting (6-0)
• Approved $3,000 incentive to Bryan Yohn for Hamilton Street home, payable at occupancy permit (6-0)
• Tabled development agreement with Bryan Yohn for O'Connell Street lot (consensus)

City Council

The Fox Lake City Council will hold a special meeting to consider two action items: a certified survey map to remove two condominium units from the Fox Lake Golf Club Condominiums and create a separate lot for a single-family residence, and an application to keep chickens at a Davis Street address. The meeting also includes routine items like approving minutes and public comments.

• Approve CSM removing Units 321 and 323 from Fox Lake Golf Club Condominiums on East Hamilton Street
• Approve chicken-keeping application for Dale Yahnke at 205 Davis Street

The Fox Lake Common Council approved a Certified Survey Map (CSM) to remove Units 321 and 323 from the Fox Lake Golf Club Condominiums on East Hamilton Street, creating a separate lot for a single-family residence. The council also approved a chicken-keeping application for Dale Yahnke at 205 Davis Street. Both motions carried, with the CSM vote recorded as 5-0 in favor.

• Approved CSM removing Units 321 and 323 from Fox Lake Golf Club Condominiums, creating separate lot (5-0)
• Approved chicken application for Dale Yahnke at 205 Davis Street (voice vote)
• Approved minutes of September 1, 2021 council meeting (voice vote)

Planning Committee

The Fox Lake Planning Commission is meeting to consider a certified survey map (CSM) that would remove Units 321 and 323 from the Fox Lake Golf Club Condominiums on East Hamilton St and create a separate lot for a single-family residence. The commission will also approve minutes and take public comments. Action may be taken on any agenda item.

• CSM to remove Units 321 and 323 from Fox Lake Golf Club Condominiums on East Hamilton St
• Create separate lot for single-family residence
• Approve minutes of August 4, 2021 meeting
• Public comments on agenda items

The Planning Commission voted unanimously to recommend approval to the council of a Certified Survey Map (CSM) that removes Units 321 and 323 from the Fox Lake Golf Club Condominiums on East Hamilton Street, creating a separate lot for a single-family residence. The meeting also included approval of prior minutes and no public comments.

• Recommended approval of CSM removing Units 321 and 323 from Fox Lake Golf Club Condominiums, creating separate single-family lot (7-0)
• Approved minutes of August 4, 2021 Planning Commission meeting (voice vote)

City Council

The Fox Lake Common Council is meeting to handle routine business, including approving minutes, paying bills, and making appointments. Key actions include filling a vacant 1st Ward alderperson seat and approving a lease for a city-owned property.

• Approve payment of accounts payable totaling $208,349.26 and payroll totaling $37,665.68
• Approve appointment of Dennis Linke to Wastewater Control Commission for 3-year term
• Accept resignation of Don Zilewicz from 1st Ward Alderperson
• Appoint Darrell Pollesch to fill 1st Ward vacancy until April 2022
• Approve lease agreement for 210 Trenton St. #1 with Jay Schraufnagel

The Fox Lake Common Council accepted Don Zilewicz's resignation from the 1st Ward Alderperson seat and appointed Darrell Pollesch to fill the vacancy until April 2022. The council also approved the consent agenda, including bill payments totaling $208,349.26 and payroll of $37,665.68, and approved a lease agreement for 210 Trenton St. #1. Dennis Linke was appointed to the Wastewater Control Commission for a 3-year term. Public comments on cemetery care and a fence dispute were referred to staff.

• Accepted Don Zilewicz's resignation from 1st Ward Alderperson (voice vote)
• Appointed Darrell Pollesch to 1st Ward seat until April 2022 (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda with bills totaling $208,349.26 and payroll $37,665.68 (4-0)
• Approved Dennis Linke to Wastewater Control Commission, term ending Aug 2024 (voice vote)
• Approved lease agreement for 210 Trenton St. #1 with Jay Schraufnagel (4-0)

City Council

The Fox Lake Common Council approved hiring Kelly Crombie as city administrator, subject to a drug test and background check, with a starting salary of $65,000 and potential increases to $70,000 after one year. The council also hired Jozi Wheat as custodian, approved a $171,051.30 payment for the Green Street project, accepted a resignation, made a planning commission appointment, and signed a DNR letter. All votes were unanimous among the five present alderpersons.

• Hired Kelly Crombie as city administrator, subject to drug test and background check (5-0)
• Hired Jozi Wheat as custodian at $13.10/hour, subject to drug test and background check (5-0)
• Approved $171,051.30 payment to Forest Landscaping & Construction for Green Street project (5-0)
• Accepted Dan Casey's resignation from Planning Commission (voice vote)
• Appointed Michael Casey to Planning Commission, term ending 2024 (5-0)
• Approved signing letter to DNR about northern pike population (voice vote)

Committee Of The Whole (COW)

The Fox Lake Committee of the Whole is meeting to discuss several administrative and operational items, including a preliminary population estimate, the purchase of the Meagher land, and replacing office chairs. The agenda also includes routine reviews of financial reports, library board minutes, and department updates. No formal decisions are listed; items are for discussion only.

• Discuss preliminary population estimate of 1,576 for January 1, 2021
• Discuss purchase of the Meagher land
• Replacing office chairs
• Review City financial report
• Discuss library board minutes

The Committee of the Whole discussed a potential land purchase for expanding the industrial park, which is currently full. Mayor Bednarek reported that Tom Meagher offered to sell 63 acres from Cayuse Court to County Hwy P, including 24 plotted single-family lots. No formal action was taken; the meeting was informational only.

• Discussed potential purchase of 63 acres for industrial park expansion (no action)
• Reviewed quarterly financial reports and recreation donation account (no action)
• Noted 2022 budget timeline for planning (no action)
• Considered replacing office chairs in 2022 budget (discussion only)
• Considered budgeting for underground wiring replacement during 2027 State Street project (discussion only)

Redevelopment Authority (RDA)

The Fox Lake Redevelopment Authority will hold a regular meeting to discuss business expansions and potential development. Key items include talks with Fox Manufacturing and Jen-Ter Wire about future growth, and adding undeveloped lots near Forest Street and Cayuse Court to TID No. 3. The board will also hear from the Beaver Dam Area Foundation and receive updates on ongoing projects. Action may be taken on any agenda item.

• Discussion with Tom Heffron of Beaver Dam Area Foundation
• Fox Manufacturing future expansion plans with Brian Dillaber
• Future expansion plans for Jen-Ter Wire and Element, Inc.
• Addition of undeveloped platted lots near Forest Street and Cayuse Court into TID No. 3
• Updates on Karavan Trailers, O'Connell Street lots, and Clausen Park redevelopment

The Fox Lake Redevelopment Authority voted 5-0 to recommend the City Council submit an offer to purchase 60.84 acres from Michael and Thomas Meagher at $25,000 per acre for future residential and industrial development, with city-limit parcels to be added to TID #3. The board also approved purchasing two road right-of-way pieces from Dale Paul for $5,000 to adjust lot lines and create a new building lot. Minutes from July 13 were approved 4-0. Several scheduled discussions were postponed because guests were absent.

• Recommended City Council purchase 60.84 acres from Meagher at $25,000/acre (5-0)
• Approved purchase of Dale Paul's right-of-way at Mullin Drive/Heuer Court for $5,000 (5-0)
• Approved July 13, 2021 minutes as submitted (4-0)

City Council

The Fox Lake City Council is meeting to approve bills, sign agreements, and act on several infrastructure and development items. Key actions include accepting paving and storm sewer bids, approving TIF district amendments, and considering a five-duplex development on Linden Lane. The meeting will also enter closed session for a license reconsideration hearing.

• Approve accounts payable of $317,273.64 and payroll of $56,247.61
• Authorize $9,467 agreement with MSA Professional Services for 2021 TIF amendments
• Accept Tri-County Paving bid of $158,885.00 for Mill Rd & Seminary St resurfacing and Weed St storm sewer (Contract A)
• Accept Ptaschinski Construction bid of $56,556.90 for same project (Contract B)
• Approve five zero lot line duplexes along Linden Lane in R-1 zoning district

The Fox Lake Common Council approved two construction contracts for the 2021 Mill Rd & Seminary St. Resurfacing and Weed St. Storm Sewer Replacement Project, but rejected a third contract after the DPW superintendent noted the project was already over budget. The council also approved TIF amendments, a Fair Housing Month proclamation, and a duplex development on Linden Lane, then adjourned to closed session for a license reconsideration hearing.

• Approved consent agenda including bills and payroll totaling $373,521.25 (5-0)
• Authorized MSA Professional Services agreement for 2021 TIF Amendments at $9,467 (5-0)
• Authorized Fair Housing Month Proclamation (voice vote)
• Accepted Tri-County Paving bid of $158,885.00 for Contract A (5-0)
• Accepted Ptaschinski Construction bid of $56,556.90 for Contract B (5-0)
• Rejected Tri-County Paving bid of $28,500.00 for Contract C (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 7-2021 for TIF District No. 2 amendment (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 8-2021 for TIF District No. 3 amendment (5-0)

Planning Committee

The Fox Lake Planning Commission will consider recommending approval of five zero lot line/common wall duplexes along Linden Lane in the R-1 zoning district, and will hold a public hearing on amendments to Tax Incremental Finance Districts No. 2 and No. 3, followed by resolutions recommending approval of the project plan amendments. The meeting includes standard procedural items like roll call, minutes approval, and public comments.

• Five zero lot line/common wall duplexes proposed along Linden Lane in R-1 One-Family Residence Zoning District
• Public hearing on amendments to TID No. 2 and TID No. 3
• Resolution recommending approval of Project Plan and Amendment of TID No. 2
• Resolution recommending approval of Project Plan and Amendment of TID No. 3

The Fox Lake Planning Commission recommended approval of five zero lot line/common wall duplexes on Linden Lane to the City Council. It also recommended approval of amendments to TID No. 2 and TID No. 3, which expand the districts and adjust boundaries. All votes were unanimous.

• Recommended approval of five zero lot line/common wall duplexes on Linden Lane (unanimous)
• Recommended Resolution 7-2021 approving TID No. 2 project plan amendment (unanimous)
• Recommended Resolution 8-2021 approving TID No. 3 project plan amendment (unanimous)

Personnel Committee

The Fox Lake Personnel Committee is meeting to interview job candidates for the City Administrator position. The agenda includes only the interview and standard procedural items, with action possible on any listed item.

• Interview job candidates for City Administrator position

Personnel Committee

The Fox Lake Personnel Committee is meeting to interview job candidates for the City Administrator position. The agenda includes only this interview and standard procedural items, with no other business or decisions listed.

• Interview job candidates for City Administrator position

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals approved a variance request from Jim Hartung of ACS RBHS, LLC for lots 1-5 of the Algonquin Hills Subdivision on Linden Lane. The variance allows construction of zero-lot-line duplexes with zero side-yard setbacks, waiving city ordinance requirements for minimum lot width and side yards. The motion passed unanimously, with all six board members voting in favor.

• Approved minutes of the March 23, 2021 meeting as typewritten.
• Granted variance to ordinances 520-15D(1) and 520-15D(3)(a)(3) for zero-lot-line duplexes on lots 1-5 Algonquin Hills Subdivision, Linden Lane.
• Adjourned meeting at 6:39 p.m.

Redevelopment Authority (RDA)

The Fox Lake Redevelopment Authority is meeting to discuss business expansions, potential housing developments, and land availability. Items include presentations from local businesses, a proposal for duplexes on Linden Lane, and purchase of lots from SAB Homes. Action may be taken on any agenda item.

• Presentation by Tom Heffron of Beaver Dam Area Foundation
• Fox Manufacturing future expansion plans
• Pay agricultural land conversion assessment for Sallie Tomato Properties
• Five duplex housing units along Linden Lane
• Purchase of five lots from SAB Homes on Eggleston Street and Frank Court for four duplexes

The Fox Lake Redevelopment Authority approved a $10,000 per-unit incentive for Valido Homes' five duplexes on Linden Lane, purchased six lots from SAB Homes for $30,000, and entered a development agreement with Steve Foote for four duplexes. It also approved selling remaining industrial park land to Karavan Trailers for $1 and reimbursing Sallie Tomato Properties $1,060.27 for a land conversion charge. The board declined interest in Oaks Road development due to infrastructure costs.

• Approved minutes from June 8, 2021 meeting as submitted (5-0).
• Approved $10,000 per-unit incentive for Valido Homes' five duplexes on Linden Lane, with minimum unit value of $250,000 (5-0).
• Approved purchase of six lots from SAB Homes at $5,000 each along Eggleston, O'Connell, and Frank Court (5-0).
• Approved development agreement with Steve Foote for four duplexes, with lots sold for $1 each and project completion by Dec 31, 2022 (5-0).
• Approved sale of remaining industrial park land to Karavan Trailers for $1, except two acres south of their facility (5-0).
• Approved reimbursement of $1,060.27 agricultural land conversion charge to Sallie Tomato Properties (5-0).
• Board consensus: not interested in Oaks Road development due to sewer/water extension and road reconstruction costs.
• Meeting adjourned at 8:10 p.m.

City Council

The Fox Lake City Council will vote on several action items, including creating a full-time city administrator position, hiring a private cleaning contractor, and granting a temporary picnic license. The agenda also includes routine approvals of minutes, bills, and payroll.

• Motion to create full-time City Administrator position replacing part-time contract role
• Motion to hire private contractor for City Hall and Library cleaning instead of city employee
• Motion to grant Temporary Class B Picnic license to Fox Lake Chamber of Commerce for July 16 wine walk
• Motion to contract with MSA Professional Services to investigate easements in Ann Street right-of-way
• Motion to grant Jennifer Maleck exception for chicken coop in side yard at 103 Casey Street

The Fox Lake Common Council approved a consent agenda that included paying $184,218.21 in accounts payable and $43,584.99 in payroll. It granted a Temporary Class B Picnic license to the Fox Lake Chamber of Commerce for a July 16 wine walk, and approved a contract with MSA Professional Services to investigate Ann Street easements. The council also granted Jennifer Maleck an exception to allow a chicken coop in the side yard at 103 Casey Street, and approved options to hire a private contractor or city employee for cleaning services and to hire a part-time or full-time City Administrator.

• Approved minutes of the June 16, 2021 special council meeting
• Approved consent agenda including bill payments totaling $184,218.21 and payroll totaling $43,584.99
• Granted Temporary Class B Picnic license to Fox Lake Chamber of Commerce for July 16 wine walk
• Approved contract with MSA Professional Services to investigate Ann Street easements
• Granted chicken coop exception to Jennifer Maleck at 103 Casey Street
• Approved option to hire private contractor or city employee for cleaning services at City Hall and Library
• Approved option to hire part-time or full-time City Administrator to replace existing contract position

Personnel Committee

The Fox Lake Personnel Committee is meeting to discuss a new labor agreement between the City of Fox Lake and the Fox Lake Police Association Local 326. The committee may take action on this item. The meeting is otherwise procedural.

• Discussion of new labor agreement with Fox Lake Police Association Local 326

Personnel Committee

The Fox Lake Personnel Committee is meeting to discuss a new labor agreement between the City and the Fox Lake Police Association Local 326. No final action is specified beyond discussion, though action may be taken on agenda items.

• Discussion of new labor agreement with Fox Lake Police Association Local 326

Committee Of The Whole (COW)

The Fox Lake Committee of the Whole is meeting to discuss routine departmental matters, including library board minutes, a potential change in meeting location between council chambers and the community center, and an update on the Clausen Park name. The agenda is largely procedural and informational, with no major decisions or financial items listed.

• Discuss library board minutes
• Discuss holding meetings in council chambers vs community center
• Update on Clausen Park name

The Committee of the Whole discussed updates on State St road work, library services, and park repairs, but made no formal decisions. All council members in attendance agreed to move meetings back to Council Chambers starting July 2021.

• Agreed to move meetings back to Council Chambers starting July 2021

City Council

The Fox Lake Common Council met on June 16, 2021, and approved Resolution #6-2021, the WI DNR NR 208 Compliance Maintenance Resolution for 2020, which is filed annually regarding the municipal sewer system's maintenance and fund balance. The council also approved the minutes from the June 2, 2021 meeting. No other business was conducted, and the meeting adjourned at 11:07 a.m.

• Approved Resolution #6-2021, WI DNR NR 208 Compliance Maintenance Resolution 2020, with a unanimous vote.
• Approved the minutes of the June 2, 2021 council meeting as typewritten.

Redevelopment Authority (RDA)

The Fox Lake Redevelopment Authority is meeting to discuss updating business name signs at the industrial park entrance, the possibility of additional apartment buildings along Spring Street, and where to concentrate future economic development efforts. They will also receive updates on Karavan Trailers, O'Connell Street lots, Eggleston Street development, and Clausen Park redevelopment. Action may be taken on any agenda item.

• Discuss updating business name signs at industrial park entrance
• Discuss possible additional apartment buildings along Spring Street
• Discuss future industrial, commercial, and residential growth areas
• Updates on Karavan Trailers, Inc.
• Updates on O'Connell Street lots, Eggleston Street development, and Clausen Park redevelopment

The Fox Lake Redevelopment Authority met on June 8, 2021, and approved the minutes from the May 11 meeting. The board reached consensus to consider three additional apartment buildings south of the existing ones on S. Spring Street, provided no city financial incentive is involved. Updates were given on industrial park sign replacements, Karavan Trailers expansion, O'Connell Street lot utility easement relocation, and Clausen Park improvements. No formal votes were taken on these discussion items.

• Approved minutes from May 11, 2021 meeting (6-0)
• Consensus to consider new apartment buildings on Spring Street if no city financial incentive
• Agreed to move utility easement on O'Connell Street lots to rear lot line, cost shared with developer Bryan Yohn
• Agreed it is in city's best interest to relocate Mullin Drive west and abandon Heuer Court

Buildings and Parks Committee

The Buildings and Parks Committee will meet to discuss required updates for the park. The agenda contains no specific project details or dollar amounts.

• Discussion of park updates

City Council

The Fox Lake City Council will hold public hearings and vote on annual liquor and tobacco licenses, an amended chicken ordinance, and a proposal to make the little league diamond a permanent dog park. They will also consider amended park rental fees and a utility billing policy change. The meeting includes routine consent agenda items such as bill payments and license approvals.

• Public hearing and vote on Class A and B liquor licenses for 2021-2022, including Dollar General, Kwik Trip, and several bars/restaurants
• Public hearing and vote on amending Chicken ordinance 197-24, plus a chicken-keeping application for Marcy Benz at 111 Mill Street
• Motion to approve the little league baseball diamond as a permanent dog park
• Amended park rental rates: Fireman's Park and Clausen Park concession stands with pavilion $50/day resident, $60 non-resident, $100 deposit; Fireman's Park restrooms open to public with $0 deposit
• Utility billing policy change: disconnect notice not sent if account balance under $85.00

The Fox Lake Common Council approved the amended chicken ordinance 197-24, allowing the council to review individual chicken coop situations, and approved the application for Marcy Benz to keep chickens at 111 Mill Street. The council also granted all Class A and Class B liquor licenses for the period ending June 30, 2022, including Erik Wollert's license despite public concerns, and approved the use of the little league diamond as a permanent dog park.

• Approved amended chicken ordinance 197-24 (5-0)
• Approved chicken application for Marcy Benz at 111 Mill Street
• Granted Class A and B liquor licenses to 11 businesses, including Erik Wollert (3-2)
• Approved use of little league diamond as permanent dog park (5-0)
• Approved amended park rental rates and deposits for Fireman's Park and Clausen Park
• Amended utility billing policy to waive disconnect notice for balances under $85
• Approved consent agenda including bills totaling $365,392.07 and tobacco licenses
• Granted temporary picnic license for Fire Dept Car Show and Picnic

Public Meeting

The Fox Lake Park and Recreation Advisory Committee is meeting to elect officers and review the project schedule, park maps, needs assessment, and schematic design for Clausen Park. They will also discuss issues and opportunities at city parks and assign review tasks. No final decisions are expected; the agenda is primarily discussion and planning.

• Election of Chairperson, Vice-Chairperson, and Secretary
• Review of Clausen Park schematic design
• Review of parks needs assessment highlights
• Assignment of park assessment form and previous plan recommendation review
• Discussion of issues and opportunities at City parks

Committee Of The Whole (COW)

The Fox Lake Committee of the Whole will discuss several operational and policy items, including changing the minimum delinquent water bill amount for shut-off notices, reducing the speed limit on Spring St. to allow ATV/UTV access, and reviewing city code sections on chickens, fences, and trees. They will also consider rental rates for park concession stands, making the dog park permanent, and a proposed name change for Riverside Memorial Park.

• Discuss changing minimum delinquent water bill amount to $85 for shut-off notices
• Update on reducing speed limit from 45 mph to 35 mph along Spring St. (S. STH 33) for ATV/UTV access
• Discuss Section 197-24 (Chickens), Section 520-71 (Fences), and Section 441 (Trees and Shrubs) of City Code
• Discuss rent and deposit rates for Fireman's Park and Clausen Park concession stands
• Discuss making dog park permanent and Friends of Clausen Park name change to Clausen Park

The Committee of the Whole discussed several items, with votes scheduled for the June council meeting. They decided not to pursue a recycling drop-off center, allowed a non-compliant chicken coop to remain pending an ordinance amendment, and received updates on speed limit reduction and library operations. No formal votes were taken at this meeting.

• Discussed updating minimum delinquent water bill shut-off amount from $65 to $85 (vote in June)
• Decided not to move forward with a recycling drop-off center
• Allowed chicken coop in question to remain until council votes on ordinance amendment (June)
• Discussed amending chicken ordinance to allow council waivers (vote in June)
• Discussed rent/deposit rates for concession stands and daily restroom use (vote in June)
• Discussed making Little League diamond a permanent dog park (vote in June)
• Discussed renaming Riverside Memorial Park to Clausen Park (further discussion in June)

Redevelopment Authority (RDA)

The Fox Lake Redevelopment Authority is meeting to discuss several development projects, including a community outdoor recreation plan with a bike trail, updating business name signs at the industrial park entrance, and proposed development along Oaks Road. They will also receive updates on O'Connell Street lots, Eggleston Street development, and Clausen Park redevelopment. The agenda is largely discussion-focused, though action may be taken on any listed item.

• Update on Community Outdoor Recreation Plan and bike trail development
• Discussion of updating business name signs at industrial park entrance
• Discussion of proposed development along Oaks Road
• Updates on O'Connell Street lots, Eggleston Street development, and Clausen Park redevelopment

The Fox Lake Redevelopment Authority approved the April 13, 2021 meeting minutes (5-0) and discussed updates on the Community Outdoor Recreation Plan, which is required for DNR grants and will include a proposed bike trail. The board agreed to update the industrial park business sign by adding new nameplates, and was informed that the City Council handed off the proposed eight-house development along Oaks Road to the Town for de-annexation. No formal votes were taken on these discussion items.

• Approved April 13, 2021 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Agreed to update industrial park sign with new nameplates
• Noted City Council handed off Oaks Road development to Town

City Council

The Fox Lake City Council is meeting to handle routine business, including approving minutes and paying bills. They will also consider several action items, such as selling a city-owned vacant lot, creating a memorial tree program, and allowing community center rentals.

• Payment of bills: $239,552.08 in accounts payable and $36,130.89 in payroll
• Sale of vacant lot at end of Makenick Street to Merle and Cheryl Kok
• Approval of memorial tree planting for deceased officials/employees, managed by DPW
• Community center rental reservations
• Temporary Class B picnic license for Friends of Clausen Park fundraiser on Sept. 4, 2021

The Fox Lake Common Council voted 2-3 against allowing Merle and Cheryl Kok to purchase the city-owned vacant lot at the end of Makenick Street. The council approved several routine items, including bill payments, a tree-planting honor program, community center rentals, a park fundraiser license, and a chicken permit. No public comments were made.

• Approved payment of bills totaling $239,552.08 (checks #41726-#41827) and payroll of $36,130.89 (checks #60197-#60238)
• Denied sale of vacant city lot on Makenick Street to Merle and Cheryl Kok (2-3 vote)
• Approved planting of trees in honor of deceased current/past officials and employees, managed by DPW
• Approved accepting reservations for community center rentals
• Approved Friends of Clausen Park fundraiser at Clausen Park on Sept 4, 2021, with temporary Class B picnic license
• Approved chicken-keeping license for Bonnie Steinmetz at 309 Mill St

City Council

The Fox Lake City Council will hold its organizational meeting, primarily voting on a resolution for outdoor recreation grant applications and approving the mayor's appointments to various boards and commissions. The council will also establish its standing committees for the year. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major policy decisions or public hearings listed.

• Resolution for Outdoor Recreation Grant Applications
• Appointments to Planning Commission, Zoning Appeals, Historical Board, Library Board, Redevelopment Authority, Police Commissioner Committee
• Standing council committees established
• Nomination of council president

The Fox Lake Common Council approved Resolution #6-2021 for outdoor recreation grant applications and confirmed multiple mayoral appointments to city boards and committees, including the Planning Commission, Board of Zoning Appeals, Historical Board, Library Board, Redevelopment Authority, and Police Commissioner Committee. The council also approved standing committee assignments and nominated Dennis Linke as council president for a one-year term. No other substantive business was conducted.

• Approved Resolution #6-2021 for outdoor recreation grant applications (voice vote)
• Approved Dan Casey to Planning Commission, 3-year term expiring April 2024 (voice vote)
• Approved Shirley Wachter to Board of Zoning Appeals, 3-year term expiring April 2024 (voice vote)
• Approved 9 appointments to Fox Lake Historical Board, 1-year term expiring April 2022 (voice vote)
• Approved Kathy Rydquist and Jan Okrasinski to Library Board, 3-year terms expiring April 2024 (voice vote)
• Approved Robert Jenswold and Darrell Pollesch to Redevelopment Authority, 5-year terms expiring April 2026 (voice vote)
• Approved Dennis Hollnagel and Daniel Schoeman to Police Commissioner Committee, 3-year terms expiring April 2024 (voice vote)
• Nominated Dennis Linke as council president for 1 year (5-0, Linke abstained)

Committee Of The Whole (COW)

The Fox Lake Committee of the Whole is meeting to discuss several items, including a proposed speed limit reduction to allow ATV/UTV access, a request to purchase a city-owned vacant lot, and issues with the garbage/recycling collection contract. The committee will also review financial reports, discuss a proposed development along Oaks Road and Eggleston Street, and consider renting the community center. This is a discussion meeting; no final decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Discuss reducing speed limit from 45 mph to 35 mph on Spring St. (S. STH 33) for ATV/UTV access
• Discuss request of Merle and Cheryl Kok to purchase vacant lot at end of Makenick Street
• Discuss Waste Management/Advance Disposal Contract and garbage/recycling collection issues
• Discuss proposed development along Oaks Road and lots along Eggleston Street
• Discuss allowing renting of the community center

The Committee of the Whole discussed several items but made no final decisions. The state denied the city's request to reduce the speed limit on Spring St. (S. STH 33) from 45 to 35 mph for ATV/UTV access. The sale of the vacant lot at the end of Makenick Street, a tree-planting proposal instead of flowers, and community center rentals were all placed on the May council agenda for voting. The city also discussed de-annexing Oaks Road and a proposed 8-unit condo development on Eggleston Street.

• State denied speed limit reduction on Spring St. (S. STH 33) from 45 to 35 mph
• Vacant lot sale at Makenick Street placed on May council agenda for voting
• Tree-planting proposal for deceased officials/employees placed on May council agenda
• Community center rental reopening placed on May council agenda for voting
• Recommended de-annexation of Oaks Road to Town of Fox Lake
• Discussed RDA purchase of 5 lots on Eggleston Street for 8-unit condos

Redevelopment Authority (RDA)

The Fox Lake Redevelopment Authority will consider approving an economic incentive payment to Sally Tomato Properties LLC, review a proposal from Dale and Travis Paul to purchase 15 acres over time, and discuss several development projects including along Oaks Road. They will also discuss forming a committee for a recreation plan and bike trail, and updating industrial park signs. Action may be taken on any item.

• Approve payment of economic incentive to Sally Tomato Properties LLC
• Review proposal from Dale and Travis Paul to purchase 15 acres of land over time
• Discuss proposed development along Oaks Road
• Discuss updating business name signs at industrial park entrance
• Updates on O'Connell Street lots, Eggleston Street development, and Clausen Park redevelopment

The Fox Lake Redevelopment Authority approved a $30,000 economic incentive payment to Sally Tomato Properties LLC, as required by the Development Agreement. The board also voted to update the industrial park entrance sign and declined to purchase 15 acres from Dale and Travis Paul. A committee will be formed to help create a Community Outdoor Recreation Plan.

• Approved minutes from March 9, 2021 (7-0)
• Approved $30,000 economic incentive to Sally Tomato Properties LLC (7-0)
• Declined to purchase 15 acres from Dale and Travis Paul (consensus)
• Approved updating the industrial park entrance sign (7-0)

City Council

The Fox Lake City Council will consider approving a $842,270.30 bid for the Green Street Reconstruction Project, along with other routine actions like paying bills and approving financial statements. They will also discuss developing eight single-family lots on Oaks Road and setting pool pass prices for the 2021 season.

• Bid of $842,270.30 from Forest Landscaping & Construction, Inc. for Green Street Reconstruction
• Payment of bills totaling $392,838.96 and payroll of $35,257.02
• Hiring Julio Moscoso as Utility Technician I at $17.00/hour with raises tied to CDL and water certifications
• Rental agreement for portable restroom at Clausen Park from May 1 to September 31, 2021
• Discussion on developing eight single-family residential lots along Oaks Road

The Fox Lake Common Council approved a bid of $842,270.30 from Forest Landscaping & Construction, Inc. for the Green Street Reconstruction Project. The council also hired Julio Moscoso for the Utility Technician 1 position at $17.00 an hour with raises tied to obtaining a CDL and water certifications. Pool pass rates for the 2021 season were set, and the council agreed to reopen outdoor pavilions and the concession stand for rental and use.

• Approved minutes of the March 3, 2021 meeting.
• Approved paying bills totaling $392,838.96 and payroll totaling $35,257.02.
• Approved the 2020 financial statement audit review as presented by Baker Tilly U.S. LLP.
• Approved hiring Julio Moscoso for Utility Technician 1 at $17.00/hour with raises after obtaining a CDL and water certifications.
• Approved a rental agreement for a portable restroom at Clausen Park boat launch from May 1 to September 31, 2021.
• Approved paying $25.00 per month per building for pest control at the Library and Fire Department.
• Accepted the $842,270.30 bid from Forest Landscaping & Construction, Inc. for the Green Street Reconstruction Project.
• Set 2021 Fox Lake Aquatic Center pool pass rates: $40 individual, $75 family, $5 daily (4+), free (3 and under), $3 daily (60+), $2 daily after 5 pm.

Personnel Committee

The Fox Lake Personnel Committee is meeting to interview candidates for the vacant Utility Operator – Tech I position. The committee will also discuss amending the job descriptions for the Utility Operator – Tech I, City Clerk, and City Treasurer. Action may be taken on any agenda item.

• Interview job candidates for vacant Utility Operator – Tech I position
• Discuss amending Utility Operator – Tech I job description
• Discuss amending City Clerk and City Treasurer job descriptions

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Fox Lake Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing and vote on Eugene Huettner's request for a variance from city ordinance 520-69 C(2)(a), which limits detached accessory buildings. The board will decide whether to allow an additional accessory structure on the lot at 402 Second Street.

• Variance request by Eugene Huettner for 402 Second Street
• Public hearing on variance to ordinance 520-69 C(2)(a)
• Motion to grant or deny the variance
• Approval of minutes from August 10, 2020 meeting

The Board of Zoning Appeals approved a variance request from Eugene Huettner, allowing him to place an additional accessory structure (a 12x20 potting shed and golf cart storage) at 402 Second Street, despite a city ordinance limiting detached accessory buildings. The board also approved the minutes from the August 10, 2020 meeting. The meeting was adjourned after the variance was granted.

• Approved the minutes of the August 10, 2020 Board of Zoning Appeals meeting.
• Granted a variance to city ordinance 520-69C(2)(a) for Eugene Huettner to place an additional accessory structure on his property at 402 Second Street.

Redevelopment Authority (RDA)

The Fox Lake Redevelopment Authority is meeting to discuss changes to the Downtown Business Support Grant Program, review a grant application for a DNR Stewardship Grant and a Community Outdoor Recreation Plan, and consider purchasing two lots from SAB Homes on O'Connell Street for residential development. They will also review an ad in the 2021 Dodge County Visitor Guide and receive updates on new residential development and the Clausen Park redevelopment. Action may be taken on any agenda item.

• Discuss changes to Policies and Procedures for Downtown Business Support Grant Program
• Review application for Downtown Business Support Grant to fund DNR Stewardship Grant application and Community Outdoor Recreation Plan
• Discuss purchase of two lots from SAB Homes along O'Connell Street for residential development
• Review ad placed in 2021 Dodge County Visitor Guide
• Update on redevelopment of Clausen Park

The Fox Lake Redevelopment Authority approved changes to the Downtown Business Support Grant Program policies, approved a $12,055 application to fund a DNR Stewardship grant for Clausen Park and a Community Outdoor Recreation Plan, and approved the purchase of two lots from SAB Homes for $10,000. All votes were unanimous (7-0). The board also discussed an ad in the 2021 Dodge County Visitor Guide and updates on residential development and Clausen Park fundraising.

• Approved minutes from February 9, 2021 (7-0)
• Approved changes to Downtown Business Support Grant Program policies (7-0)
• Approved $12,055 for DNR Stewardship grant application and Community Outdoor Recreation Plan (7-0)
• Approved purchase of two lots from SAB Homes for $10,000 (7-0)

City Council

The Fox Lake City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on ordinances to change the future land use map and rezone a parcel at the northwest corner of STH 33 and Linden Lane from residential to commercial. The council will also consider a fence setback amendment, license fee continuation, additional downtown business support funding, and a contract for park planning services.

• Ordinance 2021-1: amend Comprehensive Plan Map 8-2 for parcel #226-1313-2632-002 (Lot 11, Algonquin Hills Subdivision) from Single Family/Two Family Residential to Commercial
• Ordinance 2021-2: rezone same parcel from R-1 One-Family Residence to B-2 Business District
• Ordinance 2021-3: require residential fences to be setback at least 3 feet from property line
• Resolution #5-2021: provide additional $50,000 for Downtown Business Support Program
• Agreement with MSA Professional Services: $12,055 for Stewardship Grant application ($5,020) and Outdoor Recreation Plan update ($7,035) for Clausen Park

The council adopted three ordinances: one amending the city's Comprehensive Plan to change the property at the N.W. corner of STH 33 and Linden Lane (parcel #226-1313-2632-002, Lot 11, Algonquin Hills Subdivision) from Single Family and Two Family Residential to Commercial, and another rezoning the same property from R-1 One-Family Residence District to B-2 Business District. A third ordinance amended the Zoning Code to require residential fences to be set back at least three feet from the property line. The council also approved paying bills totaling $525,089.42 in accounts payable and $37,533.01 in payroll, and approved an additional $50,000 for the Downtown Business Support Program.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 2021-1, amending the Comprehensive Plan's Future Land Use Map for the STH 33/Linden Lane property to Commercial
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2021-2, rezoning the STH 33/Linden Lane property from R-1 to B-2 Business District
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2021-3, requiring residential fences to be set back at least 3 feet from property lines
• Approved paying bills: accounts payable checks #41542-#41628 totaling $525,089.42 and payroll checks #60113-#60152 totaling $37,533.01
• Approved continuation of Class A and B, cigarette and operator licensing fees for 2021-2022
• Approved Resolution #5-2021, providing an additional $50,000 for the Downtown Business Support Program
• Approved agreement with MSA Professional Services for a Stewardship Grant application ($5,020) and Outdoor Recreation Plan update ($7,035), total $12,055
• Approved minutes of the Feb 17, 2021 special council meeting

Planning Committee

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings and consider recommending to the City Council a rezoning of a property at the northwest corner of STH 33 and Linden Lane from R-1 residential to B-2 business, along with a related comprehensive plan amendment. They will also consider a zoning code change requiring a three-foot setback for residential fences. The meeting includes approval of minutes and public comment.

• Rezone parcel #226-1313-2632-002 (Lot 11, Algonquin Hills Subdivision) from R-1 to B-2 (Ordinance 2021-2)
• Amend Future Land Use Map 8-2 to Commercial for the same property (Ordinance 2021-1)
• Amend Zoning Code to require 3-foot fence setback in residential areas (Ordinance 2021-3)
• Public hearings on both rezoning and fence setback items

The Planning Commission recommended to the City Council an ordinance requiring a 3-foot setback for residential fences (Ordinance No. 2021-3), with one abstention. It held public hearings on rezoning a property at STH 33 and Linden Lane but failed to recommend both the rezoning (Ordinance No. 2021-2) and the related comprehensive plan amendment (Ordinance No. 2021-1) due to lack of a second.

• Recommended Ordinance No. 2021-3 (3-foot fence setback) to City Council (5-0, Casey abstained)
• Failed to recommend Ordinance No. 2021-2 (rezoning to B-2) due to no second
• Failed to recommend Ordinance No. 2021-1 (comprehensive plan amendment) due to no second
• Opened and closed public hearing on Ordinance No. 2021-2
• Opened and closed public hearing on Ordinance No. 2021-3

Buildings and Parks Committee

The Buildings and Parks Committee will meet to discuss plans for the redevelopment of Clausen Park.

• Discussion of Clausen Park redevelopment plans

Committee Of The Whole (COW)

The Committee of the Whole agreed to place several items on the March 3, 2021 common council agenda for a vote, including continuing discounted Class A/B, cigarette, and operator license fees for 2021-2022, providing an additional $50,000 to the Downtown Business Support Program, and approving the Friends of Clausen Park's DNR Stewardship Grant application. The council decided to keep City Hall open and to revisit the Koks' lot purchase request in spring after further review. No final votes were taken; all items are pending council action.

• Agreed to place discounted license fees for 2021-2022 on March 3 council agenda
• Agreed to place $50,000 additional funding for Downtown Business Support Program on March 3 agenda
• Decided to keep City Hall open at this time
• Agreed to revisit Koks' lot purchase request in spring after on-site review
• Agreed to place Clausen Park DNR grant application on March 3 agenda

City Council

The Fox Lake City Council is considering three loan agreements totaling $773,225 for the Green Street Reconstruction Project, a Rescue Pumper Fire Truck, and improvements to Mill Road. The council will also vote on a personnel policy change to prohibit carryover of compensatory time for nonexempt employees, and on budget amendments for 2021 and 2020. Public comments are invited before action is taken.

• $560,000 loan for Green Street Reconstruction Project
• $127,225 loan for Rescue Pumper Fire Truck
• $86,000 loan for Mill Road improvements
• Personnel policy: no carryover of compensatory time for nonexempt employees
• Budget amendments for 2021 and 2020 capital projects and TIF#3 transfer

The Fox Lake Common Council approved three loan applications with the Wisconsin Board of Commissioners of Public Lands: $560,000 for the Green Street Reconstruction Project, $127,225 for a Rescue Pumper Fire Truck, and $86,000 for Mill Road improvements. The council also amended the personnel policy to prohibit compensatory time carryover for nonexempt employees and approved budget amendments for the 2021 and 2020 budgets. All motions passed, with the loan resolutions approved by unanimous roll call votes.

• Approved Resolution #2-2021: $560,000 loan for Green Street Reconstruction (6-0)
• Approved Resolution #3-2021: $127,225 loan for Rescue Pumper Fire Truck (6-0)
• Approved Resolution #4-2021: $86,000 loan for Mill Road improvements (6-0)
• Approved personnel policy amendment banning compensatory time carryover (voice vote)
• Approved 2021 budget amendment for capital projects and TIF#3 transfer (voice vote)
• Approved 2020 budget amendment for capital projects accounting (voice vote)

Redevelopment Authority (RDA)

The Fox Lake Redevelopment Authority is meeting to review new Downtown Business Support Grant applications, discuss policy changes for the program, consider an ad in the 2021 Dodge County Visitor Guide, review a property purchase proposal from Dale Paul along O'Connell Street, and get an update on Clausen Park redevelopment. Action may be taken on any agenda item.

• Review new applications for Downtown Business Support Grant Program
• Discuss possible changes to Policies and Procedures for the grant program
• Discuss placing an ad in 2021 Dodge County Visitor Guide
• Review proposal for purchase of property from Dale Paul along O'Connell Street
• Update on redevelopment of Clausen Park

City Council

The Fox Lake City Council will consider approving a zoning code amendment requiring a three-foot setback for fences, a 2021 aquatic program collaboration agreement with the YMCA of Dodge County, and payment of bills totaling $611,226.93. Public comments will be heard, and action may be taken on any agenda item.

• Zoning amendment: 3-foot fence setback from property line
• 2021 YMCA of Dodge County Aquatic Program Collaboration Agreement
• Accounts payable checks #41446-#41539 totaling $574,904.55
• Payroll checks #60072-#60112 totaling $36,322.38

The Fox Lake Common Council approved a petition to amend the zoning code requiring a three-foot setback from property lines for fences, to be presented at the planning commission public hearing in March 2021. The council also approved paying bills totaling $574,904.55 in accounts payable and $36,322.38 in payroll, and approved the 2021 aquatic program collaboration agreement with the YMCA of Dodge County. The St. Patrick's parade in March 2021 was allowed as long as no government restrictions were enforced.

• Approved petition to amend zoning code for 3-foot fence setback (voice vote)
• Approved payment of bills: accounts payable $574,904.55 and payroll $36,322.38 (6-0)
• Approved 2021 YMCA of Dodge County Aquatic Program Collaboration agreement (6-0)
• Allowed St. Patrick's parade in March 2021, subject to government restrictions

City Council

The Common Council approved the preliminary layout plans for the Green Street Project, which include 4-foot terraces, parking restrictions on the south side, and two 10-11 foot travel lanes. They also approved the agreement with the Wisconsin Department of Administration for the reconstruction of Green Street. Both motions passed unanimously with all six alderpersons voting in favor.

• Approved preliminary layout plans for Green Street Project (6-0)
• Approved agreement with State of Wisconsin Dept. of Administration for Green St. reconstruction (6-0)
• Approved minutes of January 6, 2021 council meeting (voice vote)

Committee Of The Whole (COW)

The Fox Lake Committee of the Whole will discuss several operational items, including a 2021 YMCA contract for staffing the Aquatic Center, a policy change to disallow compensatory time carry-over, and whether to use Chamber of Commerce gift certificates instead of cash for employee gifts. The committee will also review budget and financial reports and discuss City Hall hours, fence setbacks, and the St. Patrick's Day Parade.

• Discuss 2021 YMCA Contract for staffing at Fox Lake Aquatic Center
• Discuss not allowing carry-over of compensatory time to next calendar year
• Discuss using Fox Lake Chamber of Commerce gift certificates vs cash for employee gifts
• Budget and financial reports
• Discuss City Hall remaining open, fence setbacks, and Annual St. Patrick's Day Parade

The Committee of the Whole discussed the 2021 YMCA contract for the aquatic center, agreeing to follow state guidelines. They proposed changing the compensatory time policy to require use or payout within the same year, to be voted on at an upcoming council meeting. They also decided to keep City Hall open through the February 16 election, allow the St. Patrick's Day Parade unless government orders otherwise, and present financial reports quarterly. No formal votes were taken.

• Agreed to follow state guidelines for pool capacity and cleaning (unanimous)
• Proposed comp time policy change to same-year use or payout (to be voted later)
• Decided to present financial reports quarterly (unanimous)
• Decided to keep City Hall open through Feb 16 election (unanimous)
• Decided to allow St. Patrick's Day Parade unless government orders otherwise (unanimous)

Redevelopment Authority (RDA)

The Fox Lake Redevelopment Authority will discuss the redevelopment of Clausen/Riverside Park, with MSA Professionals providing grant funding information. They will also review new applications for the Downtown Business Support Grant Program and petitions to rezone the northwest corner of STH 33 and Linden Lane from residential to commercial. Possible locations for new residential development will be discussed, along with updates on ongoing projects.

• Discussion of Clausen/Riverside Park redevelopment with grant funding info from MSA Professionals
• Review of new applications for Downtown Business Support Grant Program
• Petition to amend Comprehensive Future Land Use Map from residential to commercial at N.W. Corner of STH 33 and Linden Lane
• Petition to amend Zoning Code from R-1 to B-2 at N.W. Corner of STH 33 and Linden Lane
• Discussion of possible locations for new residential development

The Fox Lake Redevelopment Authority approved two 7-0 motions to amend the Comprehensive Plan and Zoning Code for the northwest corner of STH 33 and Linden Lane, changing the designation from residential to commercial (B-2 Business District). The board also discussed the Clausen Park redevelopment, including naming the effort 'Friends of Clausen Park' and considering a DNR grant application, but took no formal action. No new applications were submitted for the downtown business support grant program.

• Approved minutes from December 8, 2020 meeting (7-0)
• Approved petition to amend Comprehensive Plan Future Land Use Map to Commercial at STH 33 and Linden Lane (7-0)
• Approved petition to amend Zoning Code from R-1 to B-2 Business District at STH 33 and Linden Lane (7-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:10 p.m.

City Council

The Fox Lake City Council is meeting to handle routine business, including approving minutes, paying bills, and taking action on several resolutions and appointments. Key items include adopting a county hazard mitigation plan, amending a wastewater service contract, filling a zoning board vacancy, and approving final payment for a sanitary extension project.

• Payment of bills totaling $215,107.85 (checks #41350-#41445) and payroll/fire dept checks totaling $130,398.37
• Resolution #1-2021 adopting the Dodge County All Hazards Mitigation Plan
• Amendment to Fox Lake Wastewater Control Commission Charter Ordinance and treatment service contract
• Appointment of Kayla Sharpee to Board of Zoning Appeals, replacing Simon Huettner
• Change order #1 and final payment of $65,921.42 to Krause Excavating Inc for Karavan Dr. Sanitary Extension Project