Fox Lake public meetings in 2022

Committee Of The Whole (COW)

The Fox Lake Committee of the Whole will discuss several city matters, including a possible chicken ordinance, truck route signage, and the Connect Communities Program. The committee will also consider entering closed sessions to negotiate the sale of a cell phone tower lease and to discuss compensation for the clerk-treasurer. The meeting includes routine reports from city staff and boards.

• Discussion of chicken ordinance
• Discussion of truck route signage
• Discussion of Connect Communities Program
• Closed session: possible sale of cell phone tower lease
• Closed session: clerk-treasurer compensation

The committee discussed potential changes to the chicken ordinance and options for truck route signage. No final decisions were made on these items. The body entered closed sessions to discuss a cell phone tower lease and clerk-treasurer compensation.

• Tabled chicken ordinance changes for future discussion
• Tabled truck route signage options for future discussion
• Approved motion to enter closed session for cell phone tower lease negotiation (6-0)
• Approved motion to reconvene to open session (6-0)
• Approved motion to enter closed session for clerk-treasurer compensation discussion (6-0)
• Approved motion to reconvene to open session (6-0)

City Council

The Fox Lake City Council is holding a special meeting to consider a $46,861.29 payment to Northeast Asphalt for the 2022 mill and overlay project, and to discuss and potentially approve job descriptions for the Clerk-Treasurer and Deputy Clerk-Treasurer positions. The agenda also includes recognition of Scott Boyd and the Boyd Family, public comments, and approval of prior meeting minutes.

• Approval of pay request #1 to Northeast Asphalt for $46,861.29 for the 2022 mill and overlay project
• Discussion and possible approval of Clerk-Treasurer job description
• Discussion and possible approval of Deputy Clerk-Treasurer job description
• Recognition of Scott Boyd and the Boyd Family
• Approval of December 7, 2022 council meeting minutes

The City Council approved a contractor pay request for road work and tabled the approval of two job descriptions. The Mayor also recognized Scott Boyd and the Boyd Family for their business history in the city.

• Approved pay request number 1 from Northeast Asphalt for 2022 mill and overlay project in the amount of $46,861.29 (6-0)
• Approved minutes of the December 7, 2022 common council meeting (voice vote)
• Tabled approval of Clerk-Treasurer and Deputy Clerk-Treasurer job descriptions until January meeting (voice vote)

Redevelopment Authority (RDA)

The Fox Lake Redevelopment Authority will continue discussions on becoming a Connect Communities City, the possible buyout of a cell phone tower lease on industrial park land, and a warehouse development at the end of Karavan Drive. They will also receive updates on several ongoing developments, including the Eggleston Street multifamily project and the RSS Properties (LeRoy Meats) development. Action may be taken on any agenda item.

• Possible motion to direct staff on cell phone tower lease buyout
• Discussion on warehouse development at end of Karavan Drive
• Update on Eggleston Street Multifamily Development (Fox Valley Townhomes LLC/Steve Foote)
• Update on RSS Properties (LeRoy Meats) Development
• Update on Clausen Park DNR Grant

Committee Of The Whole (COW)

This is a special joint meeting of the Common Council Committee of the Whole and the Clausen Park Ad Hoc Committee. The only substantive item is a discussion of the Clausen Park Grant; no decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Discussion of Clausen Park Grant

The Common Council Committee of the Whole and the Clausen Park Ad Hoc Committee discussed the DNR Clausen Park grant with MSA representatives. The committees identified archaeology, wetland delineation, and tower restroom ADA compatibility as initial focus areas. No formal votes were recorded.

• Agreed to meet again once the DNR presents a contract draft to the City

City Council

The Fox Lake City Council will consider approving a professional services agreement with MSA for the 2023 Center St. and Rosedale Ave. pavement replacement project, along with employee holiday gifts and payment of bills. The council will also hold closed sessions to discuss vacation time for the DPW director and the search for a City Treasurer, with possible action afterward.

• Approve accounts payable checks #43587–#43671 totaling $286,020.88 and payroll checks #61194–#61238 totaling $42,540.63
• Approve 2022 employee holiday gifts: $100 Chamber of Commerce gift card for full-time, $50 for part-time
• Approve professional services agreement with MSA for 2023 Center St. and Rosedale Ave. pavement replacement
• Closed session to discuss vacation of DPW director
• Closed session to discuss City Treasurer search and interim agreements

The Common Council approved a professional services agreement with MSA for pavement replacement on Center St. and Rosedale Ave. The council also authorized the hiring of a part-time interim City Treasurer and approved employee holiday gifts.

• Approved professional services agreement with MSA for 2023 Center St. and Rosedale Ave. pavement replacement (6-0)
• Approved $286,020.88 in accounts payable and $42,540.63 in payroll (voice vote)
• Approved $100 gift cards for full-time and $50 gift cards for part-time employees (6-0)
• Approved 44 retroactive vacation hours for Gene Huettner (6-0)
• Authorized City Administrator to hire a part-time interim City Treasurer on a limited term basis (6-0)
• Approved minutes of the November 30, 2022 special council meeting (voice vote)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Fox Lake Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing and vote on a variance request from Merle and Cheryl Kok, owners of 119 Makenick Street. They seek to reduce the required side yard setback from 6 feet on each side (16 feet total) to 6 feet on the north side only, to construct a deck. The board will also approve prior meeting minutes and handle routine procedural items.

• Variance request by Merle and Cheryl Kok for 119 Makenick Street to reduce north side setback to 6 feet for deck construction
• Public hearing on variance to City Ordinance 520-15 D(3)(a)(3)
• Motion to grant or deny the variance
• Approval of November 9, 2022 meeting minutes

City Council

The Fox Lake City Council is holding a special meeting with a closed session to discuss the search and candidates for City Treasurer, as permitted by Wisconsin Statute 19.85(1)(c). The council may take action on interim Treasurer agreements or candidates after reconvening to open session. The agenda is otherwise procedural, including approval of prior minutes and public comments.

• Closed session to discuss City Treasurer search and candidates
• Possible action on interim Treasurer agreements or candidates
• Approval of November 16, 2022 special council meeting minutes
• Public comments on agenda items or other matters

Personnel Committee

The Fox Lake Personnel Committee is meeting to handle routine procedural items and then adjourn to closed session to discuss the search for and interview candidates for the City Treasurer position. No other substantive decisions or discussions are on the agenda.

• Closed session under Wisconsin Statute 19.85(1)(c) to discuss City Treasurer search and interview candidates
• Public comments accepted on agenda items or other matters
• Meeting at City Hall, 248 East State Street

Committee Of The Whole (COW)

The Fox Lake Committee of the Whole will discuss several administrative and operational items, including garbage services, employee holiday gifts, and a goose roundup. The committee will also consider entering closed sessions to negotiate the possible sale of a cell phone tower lease and to discuss candidates for City Treasurer. The meeting is largely discussion-oriented, with no formal votes expected.

• Discussion of garbage services
• Discussion of employee holiday gifts
• Discussion of goose roundup
• Closed session to negotiate possible sale of cell phone tower lease
• Closed session to discuss City Treasurer search and candidates

The committee held two closed sessions to discuss a cell phone tower lease sale and the search for a City Treasurer. No formal votes on policy or spending were decided during the open session.

• Approved move to closed session to discuss cell phone tower lease sale (unanimous)
• Approved move to closed session to discuss City Treasurer candidates (unanimous)
• Reached consensus to advance employee holiday gifts to the next regular meeting for approval

City Council

The Fox Lake City Council is holding a special meeting to set the 2023 tax levy and tax rate, approve 2023 wages, and adjust garbage collection rates. The council will also consider several land subdivision approvals and a farm lease. Action may be taken on all agenda items.

• Resolution 20-2022 setting the 2023 tax levy and tax rate
• Resolution 21-2022 approving 2023 wages
• Resolution 22-2022 amending the police contract for 2023 wages
• Resolution 23-2022 setting garbage collection rates
• Resolution 24-2022 leasing a municipal snowblower from BB Community Leasing Services Inc

The City Council held a special meeting to establish the 2023 budget tax levy and tax rate. The council also approved 2023 wages, garbage collection rates, and several land-related certifications. No vote tallies were recorded in the provided text.

• Approved resolution 20-2022 setting the 2023 budget tax levy and tax rate
• Approved resolution 21-2022 approving 2023 wages
• Approved resolution 22-2022 amending police contract regarding 2023 wages
• Approved resolution 23-2022 setting garbage collection rates
• Approved resolution 24-2022 for municipal snowblower lease with BB Community Leasing Services Inc
• Approved CSM for Valido Homes (lots 3 and 4 of Algonquin Hills on Linden Lane)
• Approved CSM for Valido Homes (lot 5 of Algonquin Hills on Linden Lane)
• Approved CSM for American Legion (220 W. State St.)

Planning Committee

The Fox Lake Planning Commission will consider several certified survey maps (CSMs) for property splits in the Algonquin Hills subdivision on Linden Lane and at the American Legion building on West State Street. The commission will also review and vote on a site plan for SAGES School at 200 S. Depot Street. Recommendations on the CSMs would go to the City Council for final approval.

• Discuss and recommend approval of CSM for lots 3 and 4 of Algonquin Hills on Linden Lane
• Discuss and recommend approval of CSM for lot 5 of Algonquin Hills on Linden Lane
• Discuss and recommend approval of CSM for the American Legion at 220 West State Street
• Discuss and approve site plan for SAGES School at 200 S. Depot Street
• Update on development activities in the City of Fox Lake

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Fox Lake Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing and vote on a variance request from ACS RBHS LLC for a single-family house at 104 O'Connell Street. The variance would reduce required side-yard setbacks from six feet to five feet on each side, and from 25 feet on the corner-lot side. The board will also approve minutes from the August 10, 2022 meeting and observe a moment of silence for former member Robert Kratz.

• Variance request from ACS RBHS LLC for 104 O'Connell Street
• Requested setback reduction to five feet per side (ordinance requires six feet, 16 feet total, 25 feet on corner lot)
• Public hearing on the variance request
• Motion to grant or deny the variance
• Approval of August 10, 2022 meeting minutes

Redevelopment Authority (RDA)

The Fox Lake Redevelopment Authority is meeting to discuss and possibly act on several development projects. Key items include a possible buyout of a cell phone tower lease on industrial park land, an amendment to extend the Fox Valley Townhomes development completion date, and updates on multiple other developments. The board may take action on any agenda item.

• Discussion of Fox Lake becoming a Connect Communities City
• Discussion of existing cell phone tower lease on industrial park land and possible buyout
• Possible motion directing staff action on cell phone tower
• Motion to approve amendment to development agreement with Fox Valley Townhomes LLC extending completion date to December 31, 2023
• Update on RSS Properties (LeRoy Meats) Development

The Redevelopment Authority approved an amendment to the Eggleston Street development agreement. Members discussed the Connect Communities program and a potential cell phone tower lease buyout, both of which remain under review.

• Approved minutes from October 11, 2022 meeting (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved amendment to Eggleston Street multifamily development agreement to extend completion date to end of 2023

Committee Of The Whole (COW)

The Fox Lake Committee of the Whole is meeting to discuss several operational and financial items, including the 2023 budget, an existing cell tower lease, garbage services and charges, and a tax bill insert. They will also receive updates on the City Treasurer search and the City Administrator's report, and discuss cemetery signage.

• Discussion of existing cell tower lease
• Update on City Treasurer search
• Discussion of tax bill insert
• Discussion of 2023 budget
• Discussion of garbage services and garbage charges on utility bills

The Committee of the Whole discussed the 2023 budget, cell tower lease offers, and tax insert notices. No formal votes or final decisions were recorded during the meeting.

• Discussed existing cell tower lease; offers to be shared at December meeting
• Discussed changes and notices for 2022 tax inserts
• Discussed 2023 budget
• Discussed garbage bill expense increases; Administrator to work on resolution to match billing
• Discussed creating a sign to share cemetery rules with citizens

City Council

The Fox Lake City Council will consider approving a Class B liquor license for Pub33, LLC at 309 W. State St., and will act on payments for road work, including a mill and overlay on Second Street and chip sealing. The agenda also includes routine approvals of minutes, bills, and payroll.

• Public hearing and vote on Class B liquor license for Pub33, LLC (agent Linda Kopp) at 309 W. State St., Nov 3, 2022 to Jun 30, 2023
• Pay request from Kartechner Brothers LLC for mill and overlay on Second Street (amount blank)
• Pay request 1 and final from Scott Construction Inc for 2022 chip sealing: $65,312.36
• Accounts payable checks #43477-#43586 totaling $246,672.80 and payroll checks #61147-#61193 totaling $42,741.54

The Common Council approved pay requests for road mill, overlay, and chip sealing projects. The council also granted a Class B intoxicating liquor and fermented malt beverage license to Pub33, LLC. Routine bills and previous meeting minutes were approved.

• Approved minutes of October 5, 2022 meeting (voice vote)
• Approved accounts payable totaling $246,672.80 and payroll totaling $42,741.54 (voice vote)
• Granted Class B intoxicating liquor and fermented malt beverage license to Pub33, LLC (voice vote)
• Approved $43,910.07 pay request from Kartechner Brothers LLC for Second Street mill and overlay project (6-0)
• Approved $65,312.36 final pay request from Scott Construction Inc for 2022 chip sealing (6-0)

Committee Of The Whole (COW)

The Fox Lake Committee of the Whole is meeting to discuss several operational and financial items, including the 2023 budget, garbage services, a cell phone tower lease buyout, and an update on the Fire Association contract. The agenda also includes discussion of Town of Fox Lake buoys, a City Administrator report, and the library's long-range plan. No final decisions are noted; these are discussion items.

• Discussion of 2023 budget
• Discussion of garbage services
• Discussion on cell phone tower lease buyout
• Update on Fire Association contract
• Library 2023-2027 long range plan for services

The Committee of the Whole discussed citizen complaints about garbage service and agreed to contribute $2,000 toward the Town of Fox Lake's buoy expense. No formal votes were taken; items were discussed or noted.

• Agreed to contribute $2,000 toward Town of Fox Lake buoy expense (discussion only, no vote recorded)
• Requested a meeting with garbage service representatives to discuss citizen complaints (discussion only, no vote recorded)
• Noted no firm offers yet for cell tower lease buyout (update only)
• Received City Administrator Report (informational)
• Presented updated details for proposed 2023 budget (informational)
• Received library board minutes and long-range plan update (informational)

Employee Meeting

This is a city employee meeting to discuss wages for the 2023 budget year. All full-time and part-time employees are expected to attend. No official action will be taken by the governing body, which may be present.

• Discussion of employee wages for budget year 2023

Redevelopment Authority (RDA)

The Fox Lake Redevelopment Authority will consider approving a development and sale agreement with ACS RBHS LLC for a vacant RDA-owned lot on O'Connell Street. The board will also discuss a possible buyout of a cell phone tower lease on industrial park land and receive updates on several development projects.

• Motion to approve development agreement with ACS RBHS LLC for vacant RDA owned lot on O'Connell Street
• Motion to approve sale agreement with ACS RBHS LLC for vacant RDA owned lot on O'Connell Street
• Discussion of existing cell phone tower lease on industrial park land and possible buyout of lease
• Update on Eggleston Street Multifamily Development
• Update on RSS Properties (LeRoy Meats) Development

Committee Of The Whole (COW)

The Fox Lake Committee of the Whole is meeting to discuss several operational items, including a Town of Fox Lake request about placing buoys, the municipal court, a fire association contract, the city administrator's report, and the 2023 budget. No final votes are expected; this is a discussion session.

• Town of Fox Lake request regarding putting in buoys
• Discussion of Municipal Court
• Discussion of Fire association Contract
• Discussion of 2023 budget
• City Administrator report

The Committee of the Whole discussed several items but made no final decisions. The council requested more information from the Town of Fox Lake on buoy expenses and asked if the job could be rebid. Attorney Devitt noted Iron Ridge may request to join the joint municipal court, but no formal request has been made. Discussions on the Fire Association contract and the 2023 budget continued.

• Requested additional info from Town of Fox Lake on buoy cost-sharing
• Asked if buoy job could be rebid for lower costs
• Discussed potential Iron Ridge request to join joint municipal court (no formal request yet)
• Continued discussions on Fire Association contract changes
• Received City Administrator Report and 2023 budget update

City Council

The Fox Lake City Council will consider several action items, including approving a certified survey map for a vacant lot, ordering sidewalk repairs at two properties, appropriating ARPA funds for stormwater repair, and passing ordinances on sewer laterals and territory detachment. The council will also vote on a resolution to give a vacant lot to the American Legion post. The meeting includes routine approvals of minutes, bills, and payroll.

• Approve CSM for vacant lot at 204 Mill Street
• Order sidewalk repairs at 204 and 208 Academy Street
• Appropriate $11,978.42 from ARPA funds for stormwater repair
• Resolution 19-2022: give vacant lot at State and College to American Legion Post 521
• Ordinance 2022-4: amend sewer lateral rules; Ordinance 2022-5: detach territory

The Fox Lake Common Council approved several items including a resolution to give a vacant lot at State and College to the American Legion post, an ordinance updating sewer lateral rules, and a detachment of territory from the city. They also approved paying bills totaling $237,166.80, a CSM for a vacant lot at 204 Mill Street, sidewalk repair orders for two properties, and $11,978.42 in ARPA funds for storm water repair. All votes were unanimous with five aldermen present.

• Approved Resolution 19-2022 giving vacant lot at State and College to American Legion Post No. 521 (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2022-4 amending sewer lateral ordinances (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2022-5 detaching territory from the city (5-0)
• Approved paying bills totaling $194,772.65 and payroll $42,394.15 (5-0)
• Approved CSM for vacant lot at 204 Mill Street (5-0)
• Approved order to repair sidewalks at 204 Academy Street (voice vote)
• Approved order to repair sidewalks at 208 Academy Street (voice vote)
• Appropriated $11,978.42 from ARPA funds for storm water repair (5-0)

Committee Of The Whole (COW)

The Fox Lake Committee of the Whole is meeting to discuss a range of operational and planning items, including sidewalk work, land leases, sewer ordinances, and the preliminary 2023 budget. The committee will also hold a closed session to discuss a possible land purchase for cemetery expansion. No final decisions are expected, as this is a discussion-level meeting.

• Discussion of sidewalks on 200 block of Academy St.
• Discussion of City-owned land at College Ave. and State St. leased to American Legion
• Discussion of draft sewer ordinance and water lateral ordinance
• Discussion on using ARPA funds for storm sewer repair
• Closed session to discuss purchasing land adjacent to cemetery for expansion

The Committee of the Whole discussed several items but took no final votes; all decisions require action at a future council meeting. The council agreed in principle to transfer a small city-owned parcel at College Ave and State St to the American Legion, and to send sidewalk repair notices to property owners on the 200 block of Academy St. A draft sewer ordinance and ARPA fund allocation for storm sewer repair were also discussed for future voting.

• Agreed to send sidewalk repair notices to 204 and 208 Academy St, with deadline extended to May (discussion only)
• Agreed in principle to give city-owned land at College Ave and State St to American Legion (vote at next council meeting)
• Discussed detachment of territory on Oaks Rd to Town of Fox Lake (vote at next council meeting)
• Discussed draft sewer ordinance clarifying city vs homeowner responsibility (vote at next council meeting)
• Discussed water lateral ordinance requiring lead lateral replacement (further discussion needed)
• Discussed allocating ARPA funds for emergency storm sewer repair at Cherry and Academy (vote at next council meeting)
• Discussed proposed Fire Association contract changes (no action taken)
• Council moved to closed session to discuss cemetery land purchase (motion carried)

Planning Committee

The Fox Lake Planning Commission will consider and likely vote on a site plan for a multifamily development at Eggleston and Casey Streets, and a certified survey map (CSM) for a vacant lot at 204 Mill Street. The agenda also includes an update on city development activities and public comment.

• Site plan for multifamily development on Eggleston and Casey Streets
• CSM by Dennis Buchda for vacant lot at 204 Mill Street
• Update on development activities in Fox Lake

Redevelopment Authority (RDA)

The Fox Lake Redevelopment Authority is meeting to approve prior minutes and take action on a motion to amend the development agreement with RSS Properties (LeRoy Meats), extending the project completion window to 24 months from commencement. Members will also receive updates on several ongoing projects, including the Eggleston Street multifamily development, an RDA-owned lot on O'Connell Street, development on Linden Lane, and the Clausen Park DNR Grant. No other formal decisions are listed beyond the RSS Properties amendment.

• Motion to amend development agreement with RSS Properties to allow 24 months from project commencement to completion
• Update on Eggleston Street Multifamily Development
• Update on RDA owned lot on O'Connell Street
• Update on development on Linden Lane
• Update on Clausen Park DNR Grant

City Council

The Fox Lake City Council will consider routine approvals including bills, minutes, and a consent agenda, plus action on selling a surplus utility trailer, approving a pay request for Green Street work, and a contract modification for Linden Lane paving. The council will also discuss the fire contract and hold a closed session for the City Administrator's annual review, with a proposed salary adjustment to $70,000.

• Approve accounts payable checks #43300-#43391 totaling $160,536.24 and payroll checks #61049-#61098 totaling $50,660.77
• Open and accept bids for surplus utility trailer
• Approve Forest Landscaping and Construction Inc. Green Street pay request 5 for $21,501.98
• Approve contract modification 1 with Northeast Asphalt for $2,898.10 for paving part of Linden Lane
• Amend City Administrator compensation to $70,000 effective September 7, 2022

The council approved a $70,000 annual compensation for City Administrator Kelly Crombie, effective September 7, 2022, per an offer of employment from August 2021. They also accepted the highest bid of $2,501 for a surplus utility trailer, approved a $21,501.98 payment to Forest Landscaping and Construction Inc., and authorized a $2,898.10 contract modification with Northeast Asphalt for paving a portion of Linden Lane. The council discussed but did not vote on proposed changes to the Fire Association contract, which will be reviewed further.

• Approved city administrator compensation of $70,000 (6-0)
• Accepted highest bid of $2,501 for surplus utility trailer from Amber Luedke (6-0)
• Approved payment request 5 of $21,501.98 to Forest Landscaping and Construction Inc. (6-0)
• Approved contract modification 1 of $2,898.10 with Northeast Asphalt for Linden Lane paving (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda including bills totaling $160,536.24 and payroll of $50,660.77 (voice vote)
• Approved minutes of August 3, 2022 meeting (voice vote)
• Adjourned to closed session for city administrator annual review (6-0)
• Reconvened to open session and adjourned (6-0)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Fox Lake Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing and vote on a variance request from Michael and Theresa Casey for their property at 209 South College Avenue. The request seeks to allow a second accessory building of 952 square feet, which exceeds the city ordinance's limit of one accessory building and the 864-square-foot size cap. The board will make two motions to grant or deny the variances.

• Variance request from Michael and Theresa Casey for 209 South College Avenue
• Request to build a second accessory building of 952 square feet
• Variance from Ordinance 520-69 C(1) limiting accessory buildings to one
• Variance from Ordinance 520-69 C(4) limiting accessory buildings to 864 square feet
• Public hearing on the variance request

Redevelopment Authority (RDA)

The Fox Lake Redevelopment Authority will consider approving development and land sale agreements with Fox Valley Townhomes LLC for RDA-owned lots on Eggleston and Casey Streets, and with RSS Properties LLC for lots at Quirk Court and State Street. The board will also discuss listing an RDA-owned residential lot on O'Connell Street and cancel a prior borrowing resolution. Updates will be given on several ongoing projects.

• Development agreement and land sale with Fox Valley Townhomes LLC for lots on Eggleston and Casey Streets
• Development agreement and land sale with RSS Properties LLC for lots at Quirk Court and State Street
• Discussion and possible listing of RDA-owned single-family lot on O'Connell Street
• Resolution to cancel May 10, 2022 borrowing from ERGO Bank
• Updates on Clausen Park, Linden Lane, Karavan, and Eggleston/Casey Street developments

Public Meeting

The Joint Review Board is meeting to discuss its roles, select a citizen member and chairperson, and review the 2021 annual reports for Tax Increment Districts 2 and 3. This is a routine administrative meeting focused on oversight of the city's tax increment financing districts.

• Review 2021 Annual Report for TID 2 and TID 3
• Selection of Citizen Member
• Selection of Chairperson
• Discuss Joint Review Board Roles

City Council

The Fox Lake City Council is meeting to approve routine items, including bills and a picnic license, and to take action on several specific items: using ARPA funds for a library bubbler, adjusting sewer rates for a local business, and amending a lease. The council will also discuss 2023 city employee wages in closed session.

• Approve accounts payable checks #43208-43299 totaling $259,801.33 and payroll checks #60979-61048 totaling $68,634.17
• Approve picnic license for Fox Lake Fire Department kickball tournament fundraiser at Firemen's Park on 8/27/2022
• Appropriate $1,750 from ARPA funds to Randolph Plumbing and Heating LLC for library bubbler installation
• Approve resolution 18-2022 for sewer rate adjustments to Electronic Components and Services, Inc.
• Approve lease amendment with Jay Schraufnagel for portion of 210 Trenton Street #1

The Fox Lake Common Council approved Resolution 18-2022, which provides sewer rate adjustments to Electronic Components and Services, Inc. The council also approved a picnic license for the fire department, appropriated $1,750 from ARPA funds for a library bubbler, and approved a lease amendment for 210 Trenton Street #1. The meeting adjourned to closed session to discuss 2023 employee wages.

• Approved Resolution 18-2022 for sewer rate adjustments to Electronic Components and Services, Inc. (6-0)
• Approved picnic license for Fox Lake Fire Department kickball tournament at Firemen's Park on 8/27/2022 (voice vote)
• Appropriated $1,750 from ARPA funds to Randolph Plumbing and Heating LLC for library bubbler installation (6-0)
• Approved lease amendment with Jay Schraufnagel for portion of 210 Trenton Street #1 (5-1, Benz opposed)
• Approved consent agenda including bills totaling $259,801.33 and payroll totaling $68,634.17 (6-0)
• Approved minutes of July 20, 2022 special council meeting (voice vote)
• Adjourned to closed session to discuss 2023 employee wages (6-0)

Public Meeting

The Clausen Park Ad Hoc Committee is meeting to organize itself, elect officers, and discuss recent efforts and goals for Clausen Park. The committee will also review the resolution that created it and get an update on the Clausen Park Stewardship Grant.

• Elect temporary chairperson and chairperson
• Review resolution creating the ad hoc committee
• Discuss recent efforts regarding Clausen Park
• Update on Clausen Park Stewardship Grant
• Discuss goals and meeting dates for the committee

Board of Review and Open Book

The Fox Lake Board of Review will convene to examine the assessment roll, correct errors, and hear written objections to property valuations. The board will vote on whether to raise, lower, or sustain challenged assessments, and will instruct the clerk to notify objectors of outcomes and appeal rights. This is a routine statutory proceeding, not a policy-making meeting.

• Board will hear written objections to property valuations and vote on each
• Board may grant waivers of 48-hour notice for filing objections during first two hours
• Assessor will be sworn in and verify open book changes are included in the assessment roll
• Board will correct description or calculation errors, add omitted property, eliminate double-assessed property
• Meeting held at Council Chambers, 248 E. State St., Fox Lake, WI, 2:00-4:00 p.m.

Committee Of The Whole (COW)

The Fox Lake Committee of the Whole is meeting to discuss several public works items, including the Karavan Drive and Industrial Drive intersection, a sewer rate resolution, a sewer lateral ordinance, and ash trees. The committee will also review library board minutes and discuss a bubbler, plus receive a city administrator report. The meeting will close with a closed session to discuss the possible purchase of land adjacent to the cemetery for expansion.

• Discussion of intersection of Karavan Drive and Industrial Drive
• Discussion of ECS Sewer Rate Resolution
• Discussion of Sewer Lateral Ordinance
• Discussion of Ash Trees
• Closed session to discuss possible purchase of land adjacent to cemetery for expansion

The Committee of the Whole discussed traffic control at Karavan Dr. and Industrial Dr., with the police chief requesting time to study the intersection before any decision. The council reviewed a draft sewer rate resolution effective September and discussed a sewer lateral ordinance. No formal decisions were made; the meeting adjourned to closed session to discuss purchasing land adjacent to the cemetery for expansion.

• Discussed traffic control at Karavan Dr. and Industrial Dr.; no action taken
• Reviewed draft ECS sewer rate resolution for September implementation
• Discussed sewer lateral ordinance and committee recommendation
• Discussed ash tree ordinance; deemed in good shape per DNR guidance
• Received City Administrator Report
• Received July Library Board minutes and bubbler quote
• Adjourned to closed session to discuss cemetery land purchase (unanimous)
• Reconvened to open session and adjourned (unanimous)

City Council

The Fox Lake City Council is holding a special meeting to vote on several resolutions and appointments. Key actions include declaring a utility trailer surplus, creating a Clausen Park Ad Hoc Committee, approving a sewer slip-lining contract, and authorizing a bank loan.

• Resolution 15-2022 declaring enclosed utility trailer surplus and setting disposition terms
• Resolution 16-2022 creating Clausen Park Ad Hoc Committee with named members
• Visu-Sewer proposal for slip lining of Center Street for $31,411
• Resolution 17-2022 approving loan with ERGO Bank and authorizing Mayor and Clerk to sign documents
• Appointment of Tom Bednarek to Fox Lake Wastewater Commission for 3-year term ending August 2025

The Fox Lake City Council approved a $31,411 Visu-Sewer proposal for slip lining of Center Street, declared an enclosed utility trailer surplus, created the Clausen Park Ad Hoc Committee, and approved a loan with ERGO Bank. The council also confirmed mayoral appointments to the committee and to the Wastewater Commission.

• Approved Visu-Sewer proposal for Center Street slip lining, $31,411 (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 15-2022 declaring utility trailer surplus (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 16-2022 creating Clausen Park Ad Hoc Committee (voice vote)
• Confirmed Clausen Park Ad Hoc Committee appointments (voice vote)
• Approved Resolution 17-2022 for ERGO Bank loan (5-0)
• Approved Tom Bednarek to Wastewater Commission, term ending Aug 2025 (voice vote)

Redevelopment Authority (RDA)

The Fox Lake Redevelopment Authority will consider approving an application for a UW senior capstone project, discuss a potential development agreement with RSS Properties LLC for RDA-owned lots at Quirk Court and State Street, and review updates on several ongoing projects. Action may be taken on any agenda item.

• Discussion and motion to approve City Administrator's application for UW Planning capstone project
• Discussion of possible development agreement with RSS Properties LLC for RDA-owned lots at Quirk Court and State Street
• Discussion of RDA-owned single family residential lot on O'Connell Street
• Updates on O'Connell Street lots, Clausen Park redevelopment, Linden Lane development, Karavan, and Eggleston/Casey Street Development

Public Meeting

The Water and Sewer Utilities Committee is meeting to discuss and possibly vote on a recommendation to the City Council regarding sewer laterals ownership. The agenda includes routine items like approving minutes and public comments, but the main substantive item is the sewer laterals discussion and potential action.

• Discussion on making a recommendation to the City Council on sewer laterals ownership
• Possible action on recommendation to the City Council on sewer laterals ownership
• Approval of Committee minutes from June 15, 2022 meeting

Committee Of The Whole (COW)

The Fox Lake Committee of the Whole is meeting to discuss a wide range of city business, including the initial 2023 budget process, multiple infrastructure projects, and a possible cemetery expansion. The agenda also includes discussions on an Eagle Scout project, food trucks, municipal debt, and a territory detachment on Oaks Rd. This is a discussion meeting, with no final votes listed on the agenda.

• Initial discussion of 2023 budget process
• Detachment of territory from the City of Fox Lake located on Oaks Rd.
• Discussion of Food Trucks
• Possible Cemetery Expansion
• Discussion of multiple infrastructure issues including Green St, 2022 DPW street work, Linden Ln pavement, Center St. slip lining and Forest St. utility upgrades

The council granted Skyla Bernhardt permission to place a free small library in Clausen Park as part of her Eagle Scout project. They also decided to declare a 14-foot utility trailer surplus and accept sealed bids, with a vote at the next meeting. The council discussed but took no final action on the Clausen Park Ad Hoc Committee, 2023 budget, food truck regulation, cemetery expansion, and municipal debt options.

• Granted permission for Eagle Scout free library in Clausen Park
• Decided to declare 14-foot utility trailer surplus and collect sealed bids (vote next meeting)

City Council

The Fox Lake City Council is meeting to approve routine items including the consent agenda with bill payments and payroll, and to act on the mayor's proposed changes to standing council committees. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major policy decisions or public hearings listed.

• Approve minutes of June 1, 2022 special council meeting
• Pay bills via checks #43097 through #____ and payroll checks #60925-60978 totaling $50,376.88
• Transfer Marcy Benz from Public Works to Fire/Police committee
• Transfer John Mund from Fire/Police to Public Works committee

The Fox Lake Common Council approved the June 1, 2022 meeting minutes, the consent agenda including accounts payable and payroll checks, and changes to standing council committees. No other substantive decisions were made, and the meeting adjourned after moving into committee of the whole.

• Approved June 1, 2022 meeting minutes (voice vote)
• Approved consent agenda: accounts payable checks #43097-#43207 totaling $238,385.96 and payroll checks #60925-#60978 totaling $50,376.88 (voice vote)
• Approved committee changes: Marcy Benz to Fire/Police, John Mund to Public Works (voice vote)

Public Meeting

The Fox Lake Water and Sewer Utilities Committee is discussing and possibly voting on a recommendation to the City Council about sewer laterals ownership. This is the main substantive item on an otherwise procedural agenda.

• Discussion on sewer laterals ownership recommendation
• Possible action on sewer laterals ownership recommendation

Committee Of The Whole (COW)

The Fox Lake Committee of the Whole is meeting to discuss several operational and planning items, including the city administrator's report, the 2023 budget process, a possible territory detachment on Oaks Rd., food truck regulations, and a potential cemetery expansion. The agenda also includes updates on public works, utilities, fire/police, and the library. No formal votes are listed; this is a discussion-oriented meeting.

• Discussion of enclosed utility trailer
• Clausen Park Ad Hoc Committee update
• Initial discussion of 2023 budget process
• Detachment of territory from the City of Fox Lake on Oaks Rd.
• Discussion of Food Trucks and possible Cemetery Expansion

Public Meeting

This is a notice of a possible quorum of the Fox Lake Common Council during the regularly scheduled Fire Association meeting. No action will be considered or taken by the Council. The agenda is procedural only.

• Notice of possible quorum of Common Council
• No action to be taken by Council
• Meeting held during Fox Lake Fire Association meeting

Redevelopment Authority (RDA)

The Fox Lake Redevelopment Authority is meeting to discuss a possible University of Wisconsin landscape architecture capstone project and various development opportunities, including shop buildings in industrial park land, RDA-owned land on Hwy 33/State Street, and a car wash. The agenda also includes updates on several ongoing projects, such as O'Connell Street lots, Clausen Park redevelopment, Linden Lane development, Karavan, and Eggleston/Casey Street development. No formal decisions are listed, but action may be taken on any agenda item.

• Discussion of UW Landscape Architecture Capstone Project
• Possible development: shop buildings in industrial park land
• Possible development: RDA-owned land on Hwy 33/State Street
• Possible development: car wash
• Updates: O'Connell Street lots, Clausen Park, Linden Lane, Karavan, Eggleston/Casey Street

City Council

The Fox Lake City Council will consider approving several road construction bids, including chip sealing and asphalt projects, and will act on multiple liquor and tobacco license renewals. The meeting also includes routine consent agenda items and a resolution honoring the Fox Lake Golf Club's centennial.

• Award $69,272 chip sealing bid to Scott Construction for multiple streets
• Award $71,725 asphalt removal/relay bid to Northeast Asphalt for Rechek Circle Dr. and Seminary St.
• Award $49,759 asphalt removal/relay bid to Kartechner Brothers for Second St.
• Approve retroactive pay of $2,446 for Julio Moscoso
• Approve Resolution 14-2022 declaring June 11, 2022 as Fox Lake Golf Club Day

The Fox Lake Common Council approved multiple road construction contracts, granted annual liquor and tobacco licenses, and handled routine administrative items. All motions passed, with one abstention on the liquor license vote.

• Approved $69,272 chip sealing contract with Scott Construction Inc. (6-0)
• Approved $71,725 asphalt removal/relay for Rechek Circle Dr. and Seminary St. with Northeast Asphalt Inc. (6-0)
• Approved $49,759 asphalt removal/relay for Second St. with Kartechner Brothers LLC (6-0)
• Approved retroactive pay of $2,446 for Julio Moscoso (6-0)
• Granted 11 liquor licenses for 2022-2023 (5-0, Benz abstained)
• Approved consent agenda including $178,611.45 in bills and $43,223.00 in payroll (voice vote)
• Approved Resolution 14-2022 declaring June 11, 2022 as Fox Lake Golf Club Day (voice vote)

Committee Of The Whole (COW)

The Fox Lake Committee of the Whole will discuss 2022 roadwork bids, potential utility projects (sewer slip lining on Center and Jansen, water main work on Forest and State), a tax foreclosure issue on Hamilton St., a grant update for Clausen Park, sewer laterals, and food trucks. They will also review the quarterly financial report and Library Board minutes, then hold a closed session to consider compensation for the water department operator.

• Discussion of 2022 bids for roadwork
• Potential utility projects: sewer slip lining on Center and Jansen, water main work on Forest and State
• Hamilton St. tax foreclosure issue
• Update on Clausen Park grant and restrooms
• Closed session to consider compensation for water department operator

The Committee of the Whole discussed the 2022 roadwork bids, potential utility projects (sewer slip lining on Center St. and Jansen Dr., water main work on Forest St. and State St.), and updates on ARPA funds, the Meagher refinancing loan, and the Clausen Park DNR grant application. No formal votes were taken on these items; the committee adjourned to closed session to discuss compensation for the water department operator and reconvened without further action.

• Adjourned to closed session to discuss water department operator compensation (5-0)
• Reconvened to open session (5-0)
• Discussed 2022 roadwork bids from MSA
• Discussed potential sewer slip lining on Center St. and Jansen Dr.
• Discussed potential water main work on Forest St. and State St.
• Noted DNR stewardship grant application of $628,332 with $314,166 city match
• Discussed handling of undeveloped Depot St. cul-de-sac parcel
• Agreed to further discuss food truck regulations in June

City Council

The Fox Lake City Council is holding a special meeting to consider several action items: amending the YMCA pool operating agreement to raise the starting wage to $10.00, approving a final contractor payment for a storm sewer project, and granting four picnic licenses for summer events. The meeting also includes routine items like approving prior minutes and opening public comments.

• Amend YMCA pool agreement to increase starting wage to $10.00
• Approve final payment of $1,413.92 to Ptaschinski Construction, Inc. for Weed St Storm Sewer Replacement Project
• Picnic license: Fox Lake Chamber of Commerce – Concert in the Park on 7/2/2022 at Clausen Park
• Picnic license: Fox Lake Chamber of Commerce – Fox Trot Wine Walk on 7/15/2022 in Downtown Fox Lake
• Picnic licenses: Fire Dept. Carshow on 7/23/2022 at Firemen's Park; Friends of Clausen Park fundraiser on 9/3/2022

The Fox Lake Common Council held a special meeting on May 18, 2022, and approved several items. They amended the YMCA pool operating agreement to raise the starting wage to $10.00, approved a final contractor payment of $1,413.92 to Ptaschinski Construction for the Weed St Storm Sewer Replacement Project, and approved four picnic licenses for upcoming community events. The meeting minutes from May 4 were also approved.

• Approved minutes of May 4, 2022 common council meeting (voice vote)
• Amended YMCA pool agreement to increase starting wage to $10.00 (5-0)
• Approved final contractor payment of $1,413.92 to Ptaschinski Construction (5-0)
• Approved picnic licenses for Fox Lake Chamber of Commerce, Fire Department, and Friends of Clausen Park events (voice vote)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals is holding a public hearing and voting on a variance request from Robert and Tabitha Pluskota to build a fence on the property line at 114 W. State Street, which would waive the city ordinance requiring a 3-foot setback. The board will decide whether to grant or deny the variance, subject to all other zoning codes.

• Variance request from Robert and Tabitha Pluskota for property at 114 W. State Street
• Request to waive City Ordinance 520-71(D) fence placement setback
• Public hearing on the variance request
• Motion to grant or deny the variance

Redevelopment Authority (RDA)

The Fox Lake Redevelopment Authority will discuss several potential projects, including a possible Jen Ter expansion, sale of industrial park land for a shop building, and a multifamily development. They will also receive an update on the city's purchase of the Meagher Property and vote on a financing resolution with ERGO Bank. Updates on various developments will be provided.

• Discuss possible Jen Ter expansion
• Discuss possible sale of part of industrial park land for shop building
• Discuss possible multifamily development
• Update on City purchase of the Meagher Property
• Motion to approve financing resolution with ERGO Bank

City Council

The Fox Lake Common Council is holding a short meeting with a consent agenda to approve payment of bills totaling $3,088,554.26 and the minutes from the April 20 organizational meeting. The only other substantive item is a report from the City Administrator. No major policy decisions or public hearings are scheduled.

• Approval of accounts payable checks #42905–#43017 totaling $3,088,554.26
• Approval of payroll checks #60838–#60879 totaling $40,902.20
• Approval of April 20, 2022 organizational council meeting minutes
• City Administrator Report

The Fox Lake City Council approved the April 20, 2022 organizational meeting minutes and a consent agenda that included paying bills totaling $3,088,554.26 and payroll checks totaling $40,902.20. The city administrator reported on the bid process for the 2022 street work, but no action was taken on it. The meeting adjourned after these items.

• Approved minutes of April 20, 2022 organizational meeting (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including accounts payable checks #42904-#43017 totaling $3,088,554.26 and payroll checks #60838-#60879 totaling $40,902.20 (unanimous)

City Council

The Fox Lake City Council is holding its organizational meeting, where it will consider accepting a quit claim deed for portions of Hamilton and Depot Streets from Dodge County, approve an amendment to a contract for a recreation plan and grant application, and make numerous appointments to boards and committees. The council will also set its standing committees, designate a municipal newspaper, and may go into closed session to discuss personnel matters. Most items are routine administrative actions, with the street deed and contract amendment being the most substantive decisions.

• Approve amendment #1 to MSA contract for Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan and Stewardship Grant Application
• Accept quit claim deed for portions of Hamilton Street and Depot Street from Dodge County (Resolution 13-2022)
• Appoint Mike Devitt (QBS SC) as city attorney for 2 years
• Appoint Jim Rohr as Safety Director for 1 year
• Designate Daily Citizen as municipal newspaper for 2 years

Redevelopment Authority (RDA)

The Fox Lake Redevelopment Authority is meeting to discuss a possible Jen Ter expansion, review past economic development activities, get an update on City ownership of the Meagher Property, and consider obtaining financing from ERGO Bank for economic development. They will also receive updates on several projects including O'Connell Street lots, Clausen Park redevelopment, Linden Lane development, Karavan, and Eggleston/Casey Street Development. Action may be taken on any agenda item.

• Discuss possible Jen Ter expansion
• Review historical economic development activities
• Update on City ownership of Meagher Property
• Discussion of RDA financing from ERGO Bank
• Updates on O'Connell Street lots, Clausen Park, Linden Lane, Karavan, Eggleston/Casey Street

City Council

The council approved Resolution 12-2022 authorizing the issuance and sale of $2,925,000 general obligation refunding bonds, series 2022A, with a unanimous vote. They also awarded a $12,026 contract to Yoder Construction for the Clausen Park restroom roof replacement, approved a $640 water billing refund, and passed resolutions for a floating holiday and naming Quirk Court.

• Approved Resolution 12-2022 for $2,925,000 GO refunding bonds (6-0)
• Awarded Clausen Park restroom roof replacement to Yoder Construction for $12,026 (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 10-2022 granting employees a floating holiday (voice vote)
• Approved Resolution 11-2022 naming Quirk Court in honor of Judge Richard Quirk Jr. (voice vote)
• Approved post-issuance debt compliance policy and procedures with Ehlers (voice vote)
• Approved post-issuance compliance policy and procedures for the city (voice vote)
• Approved $640 refund to Rebecca Peaslee for water billing error (voice vote)
• Approved CSMs for lots on Eggleston/Casey Streets and Algonquin Hills (voice votes)

Planning Committee

The Fox Lake Planning Commission is meeting to discuss and possibly vote on two certified survey maps (CSMs) for land subdivisions, one on Linden Lane and one on Eggleston and Casey Streets, plus receive a development update. Public comments are invited. Action may be taken on any agenda item.

• Discuss and possibly recommend approval of CSM for Lots 1 and 2 of Algonquin Hills on Linden Lane
• Discuss and possibly recommend approval of CSM for lots on Eggleston and Casey Streets owned by the Redevelopment Authority of the City of Fox Lake
• Update on development in the City of Fox Lake
• Public comments on agenda items or other matters

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Fox Lake Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing and vote on a variance request from Michael and Sarah Schanke. They seek to build an accessory shed on a vacant lot at 117 Frank Court before establishing a principal use, which the city ordinance normally requires. The board will also approve prior meeting minutes and handle routine procedural items.

• Variance request from Michael and Sarah Schanke for 117 Frank Court
• Request to waive City Ordinance 520-69-B requiring principal use before accessory structure
• Public hearing on the variance request
• Motion to grant or deny the variance
• Approval of November 3, 2021 meeting minutes

Committee Of The Whole (COW)

The Committee of the Whole discussed several items but made no final decisions, as most actions are scheduled for votes at the next council meeting. The council expressed support for a pitched steel roof on the Clausen Park Pavilion, a floating holiday for employees, a post-issuance bond compliance policy, and a water billing error resolution, all to be voted on later. They declined to reinstate the downtown business grant program this year due to lack of budget, and discussed but did not decide on sewer lateral responsibility and food truck regulations.

• Supported pitched steel roof for Clausen Park Pavilion (vote at next meeting)
• Agreed to consider 1 floating holiday for employees (vote at next meeting)
• Agreed to consider post-issuance bond compliance policy (vote at next meeting)
• Agreed to consider water billing error resolution (vote at next meeting)
• Declined downtown business grant program due to no budget
• Discussed sewer lateral responsibility, no decision
• Discussed food truck policy, no prohibition on private property
• Noted $7,000 state public safety grant, parameters unknown

City Council

The Fox Lake Common Council approved Ordinance 2022-3 to annex the Meagher land into the city, a step toward creating a new industrial park. The boundary lines for the park have not yet been decided. The council also approved the minutes from the March 2, 2022 meeting.

• Approved Ordinance 2022-3 annexing Meagher land (5-0)
• Approved minutes of March 2, 2022 meeting (voice vote)

Committee Of The Whole (COW)

The Fox Lake Committee of the Whole is holding a general discussion with Representative Jon Plumer on state and local government. No formal action will be considered or taken by the Common Council at this meeting.

• General discussion with Representative Jon Plumer on state and local government

Redevelopment Authority (RDA)

The Fox Lake Redevelopment Authority is meeting to discuss a possible Jen Ter expansion, authorize the RDA chair to sign a lease for vacant State Street lots with Leroy Meats, and discuss the city's purchase of the Meagher Property. The board will also receive updates on several ongoing development projects, including O'Connell Street lots, Clausen Park, Linden Lane, Second Street lots, and Eggleston/Casey Street. Action may be taken on any agenda item.

• Discussion of possible Jen Ter expansion
• Action on allowing RDA chair to sign lease for vacant RDA-owned State Street lots with Leroy Meats
• Discussion of city purchase of Meagher Property
• Updates on O'Connell Street lots, Clausen Park redevelopment, Linden Lane development, Second Street lots, and Eggleston/Casey Street development

The Fox Lake Redevelopment Authority approved a lease agreement allowing LeRoy Meats to use vacant RDA lots for flea markets through November, with the company maintaining the adjacent lot. The motion passed 6-0 with Randy Hurst abstaining. The RDA also discussed Jen-Ter's expansion plans, the city's purchase of the Meagher property, and updates on several development projects.

• Approved lease with LeRoy Meats for vacant lots at $1 through November (6-0, Hurst abstained)
• Approved minutes from February 8, 2022 meeting (7-0)
• Discussed Jen-Ter expansion; owner to present at future meeting
• Noted city purchased Meagher property in January 2022; possible transfer to RDA pending annexation
• Noted O'Connell Street lot vacation motion failed; RDA to plan for lot
• Discussed Clausen Park fund with Beaver Dam Area Foundation and possible new bathroom house
• Noted Validio Homes purchased five lots on Linden Lane; construction on ten duplexes started
• Noted Eggleston/Casey Street rezoning approved; development agreement in progress

Planning Committee

The Fox Lake Planning Commission will consider two certified survey maps (CSMs) for properties on Linden Lane: Lots 1 and 2 of Algonquin Hills and the Hoekstra Farm. The commission will discuss each CSM and may vote to recommend approval. Public comments will be taken at the start of the meeting.

• Discuss CSM for Lots 1 and 2 of Algonquin Hills on Linden Lane
• Motion to recommend approval of CSM for Lots 1 and 2 of Algonquin Hills
• Discuss CSM for Hoekstra Farm on Linden Lane
• Motion to recommend approval of CSM for Hoekstra Farm

Committee Of The Whole (COW)

The Fox Lake Committee of the Whole is meeting to discuss a range of municipal business, including a property purchase update, annexation of territory, sewer lateral issues, municipal debt restructuring, and the 2022 pool. The agenda also includes reports from the city administrator and various committees, and a closed session to discuss negotiating a business expansion.

• Meagher property purchase update
• Annexation of territory into the City of Fox Lake
• Sewer lateral discussion
• Municipal debt restructuring
• Closed session to discuss negotiating a business expansion

The Committee of the Whole discussed several items but made no final decisions. They agreed to table the sewer lateral discussion until DPW and Utilities staff can attend, and they expressed interest in exploring debt refinancing options for the city's loans. The YMCA pool contract and staff payment options were also discussed but deferred to next month. The meeting adjourned to closed session to discuss a business expansion.

• Tabled sewer lateral discussion until DPW and Utilities can attend
• Agreed to explore debt refinancing options with Ehlers
• Deferred YMCA pool staff payment options to next month
• Adjourned to closed session to discuss business expansion (6-0)

Redevelopment Authority (RDA)

The Fox Lake Redevelopment Authority approved placing an ad in the Dodge County Visitors Guide (5-0) and discussed Jen-Ter's planned expansion, with Larry Gunderson to present at a future meeting. The City purchased the Meagher property in January 2022, with plans for annexation and RDA development, and a joint meeting with the City Council was discussed. No new sidewalks will be installed on State Street projects, only ADA upgrades, per DOT. Updates included Karavan Trailers' 130,000 sq. ft. addition, Validio Homes' construction on Linden Lane, and the Eggleston/Casey Street rezoning approval.

• Approved minutes from January 11, 2022 meeting (5-0)
• Approved ad in Dodge County Visitors Guide (5-0)
• Discussed Jen-Ter expansion; Larry Gunderson to attend future meeting
• Discussed City purchase of Meagher property and joint meeting with City Council
• Noted no new sidewalks on State Street DOT projects, only ADA upgrades
• Noted Karavan Trailers planning 130,000 sq. ft. addition
• Noted Validio Homes purchased five lots and started construction on ten duplex units on Linden Lane
• Noted Eggleston/Casey Street rezoning approved; development agreement in progress

City Council

The Fox Lake Common Council approved Resolution 7-2022 adjusting sewer rates for 2022-2023, a contractor payment for the Green Street project, a police squad vehicle lease extension, and a farm lease with the Meaghers. The council also held a public hearing on the CDBG-funded Green Street project, noting it is nearly complete, and discussed the recent Meagher property purchase.

• Approved Resolution 7-2022 adjusting sewer rates for 2022-2023 (6-0)
• Approved contractor payment request No. 4 of $31,101.33 to Forest Landscaping and Construction for Green Street project (6-0)
• Approved police squad vehicle lease extension with Ewald Fleet Solutions (6-0)
• Approved farm lease for ~61 acres with Thomas and Michael Meagher (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda including bills totaling $455,691.88 and payroll of $39,867.59
• Opened and closed public hearing on CDBG Green Street project

Committee Of The Whole (COW)

The Fox Lake Committee of the Whole is meeting to discuss and review several city matters, including a sewer rate increase, a sewer lateral ordinance, and an update on the Meagher property purchase. The agenda also covers reports from the City Administrator, public works, utilities, fire/police, library, and other standing committees.

• Sewer rate increase discussion
• Sewer lateral ordinance discussion
• Meagher property purchase update
• City Administrator report
• Library Board minutes review

The Committee of the Whole discussed a sewer rate increase, agreeing to propose an 8% increase over two years (5% the first year, 3% the second) instead of a single 9% increase, to be voted on at the February council meeting. They also discussed clarifying the sewer lateral ordinance and received an update on the Meagher property purchase. No formal votes were taken.

• Agreed to propose 8% sewer rate increase over two years (5% year one, 3% year two) for February council vote
• Agreed to clarify sewer lateral ordinance, with city administrator and attorney to report in March
• Received City Administrator Report on Meagher property purchase and updated closing statement

City Council

The council adopted ordinances 2022-1 and 2022-2, rezoning vacant lots on Eggleston and Casey Street to R3 multifamily zoning, despite resident concerns about property values and water issues. It also approved resolutions to write off uncollectible court fees, permit a second driveway at 107 Industrial Drive, lease a street sweeper, and amend the employee handbook to provide $250 for safety boots. Resolutions to vacate Mullin Drive and Heuer Court failed to achieve the required super majority due to a neighboring landowner's objection.

• Adopted ordinance 2022-1 amending comprehensive plan for R3 multifamily zoning (5-0)
• Adopted ordinance 2022-2 amending zoning code for R3 multifamily zoning (5-0)
• Resolution 2-2022 to vacate Mullin Drive failed (3-2, lacked super majority)
• Resolution 3-2022 to vacate Heuer Court failed (3-2, lacked super majority)
• Approved resolution 4-2022 writing off uncollectible court fees (5-0)
• Approved resolution 5-2022 permitting second driveway at 107 Industrial Drive (voice vote)
• Amended employee handbook to provide $250 for safety boots annually (5-0)
• Approved resolution 6-2022 leasing street sweeper from BB Community Leasing (5-0)

Planning Committee

The Fox Lake Planning Commission will hold public hearings and consider recommending to the City Council a comprehensive plan amendment and rezoning of vacant lots on Eggleston and Casey to R3 multifamily. They will also discuss and possibly recommend vacation of Mullin Drive and Heuer Court, and consider extraterritorial minor land divisions and a site plan for Riverstone machining expansion.

• Public hearing and recommendation on comprehensive plan amendment to R3 multifamily for parcels 226-1313-3622-022 through -026 on Eggleston and Casey
• Public hearing and recommendation on rezoning of same parcels to R3 multifamily
• Discussion and recommendation on vacation of Mullin Drive
• Discussion and recommendation on vacation of Heuer Court
• Site plan for Riverstone machining expansion at 107 Industrial Drive

Redevelopment Authority (RDA)

The Fox Lake Redevelopment Authority is meeting to discuss and potentially act on a request from Hoekstra to waive part of fees owed to the RDA from dirt sales, and to get an update on the city's purchase of the Meagher property. The board will also discuss hosting a business event and receive updates on several development projects, including Karavan Trailers, O'Connell Street lots, Clausen Park, Linden Lane, Second Street lots, and Eggleston/Casey Street. Action may be taken on any agenda item.

• Hoekstra request to waive part of fees due to RDA from dirt sales
• Update on City purchase of the Meagher property
• Discussion on hosting a business event
• Updates on Karavan Trailers, Inc., O'Connell Street lots, Clausen Park, Linden Lane, Second Street lots, Eggleston/Casey Street Development

The Fox Lake Redevelopment Authority approved a motion to waive $1,597.62 of the balance due from dirt sales for Hoekstra Farm, with a 6-1 roll call vote. The board also discussed the City's purchase of the Meagher property, a potential business event, and received updates on various development projects. No other formal decisions were made.

• Approved waiver of $1,597.62 dirt sales fee for Hoekstra Farm (6-1)
• Approved minutes from October 12, 2021 meeting (7-0)

Committee Of The Whole (COW)

The Fox Lake Committee of the Whole will meet to discuss several items, including annexation of land from the Town of Fox Lake, rezoning of lots on Eggleston St. and Casey St., and uncollectable court fees. The meeting follows the regular council meeting and includes reports from the City Administrator and department heads.

• Discuss annexation of land from the Town of Fox Lake
• Discuss rezoning of lots on Eggleston St. and Casey St.
• Discuss uncollectable court fees
• Update on street vacations
• Discuss DPW/Utility work boots in handbook

The Committee of the Whole discussed several items but took no formal votes. The council will vote at the next meeting on writing off $19,710 in uncollectable court fees older than six years and on increasing the annual work boot allowance for DPW and Water Dept employees from $75 to $250. Updates were provided on the Meagher property purchase, rezoning of Eggleston St. and Casey St. lots, and the vacating of Hauer Ct. and Mullin Dr.

• Discussed writing off $19,710 in uncollectable court fees (to be voted on next meeting)
• Consensus to increase work boot allowance to $250/year (to be voted on next meeting)
• Discussed Meagher property purchase and annexation (no action)
• Discussed rezoning of Eggleston St. and Casey St. lots from R2 to R3 (no action)
• Discussed vacating Hauer Ct. and Mullin Dr. with DOT objections (no action)

City Council

The Fox Lake Common Council approved a Class B retailer's license and a cigarette/tobacco license for Spirits on State St., with Kurt Harmsen as agent, for January 6–June 30, 2022. The council also approved the consent agenda, a contractor payment for the Mill Rd. resurfacing project, community center rates/rules/lease, and a schedule of fees resolution.

• Granted Class B retailer's license to Spirits on State St. (6-0)
• Granted cigarette/tobacco license to Spirits on State St.
• Approved consent agenda including $314,199.45 in accounts payable and $133,884.36 in payroll
• Approved contractor payment No. 2 of $11,311.07 to Tri County Paving for Mill Rd. project (6-0)
• Approved Community Center Rate Sheet, Rules, and Lease
• Approved Resolution 1-2022 schedule of fees