La Crosse public meetings in 2021

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works is reviewing construction contract final payments and change orders. The agenda also includes a resolution regarding a software license agreement with Esri.

• Software license agreement with Esri for Utilities GIS infrastructure
• Final payments for Green Island Tennis Courts Lights Installation
• Final payments for 2021 Misc. Curb & Gutter and Pavement Replacement
• Construction contract change orders for metal panel work and road credit
• Bidder's Proof of Responsibility for RJ Jurowski Construction

The Board of Public Works approved minutes, bidder proof of responsibility, construction contract final payments (except Green Island Tennis Court lights), and change orders. It also adopted a software license agreement with Esri for GIS enterprise software. The tennis court light payments were denied until proper permits and inspections are completed.

• Approved minutes of December 13, 2021 (voice vote)
• Approved bidder's proof of responsibility (voice vote)
• Approved curb & gutter and pavement final payments; denied Green Island Tennis Court light payments pending permits and inspections (voice vote)
• Approved construction contract change orders (voice vote)
• Adopted Esri GIS software license agreement (voice vote)

Aviation Board

The board will review resolutions regarding the allocation of funds for fiber extension to City Hall and a service agreement with Midwest Air Traffic Control. The agenda also includes updates on airport operations, marketing, and Fort McCoy.

• Resolution 21-1729: Allocating additional funds to extend fiber to City Hall
• Resolution 21-1730: Approving a service agreement with Midwest Air Traffic Control
• Updates on airport projects, operations, marketing, and air service
• Fort McCoy update

The Aviation Board approved two resolutions: allocating additional funds to extend fiber to City Hall, and approving a service agreement between the La Crosse Regional Airport and Midwest Air Traffic Control. Both motions passed with six yes votes and three excused members. The board also approved the November 15, 2021 meeting minutes.

• Approved resolution allocating additional funds to extend fiber to City Hall (6-0, 3 excused)
• Approved service agreement between La Crosse Regional Airport and Midwest Air Traffic Control (6-0, 3 excused)
• Approved November 15, 2021 meeting minutes (voice vote)

City Plan Commission

The City Plan Commission is holding a special meeting to conduct interviews for the Comprehensive Plan Writing Consultant position. The commission will review proposals from GRAEF, HKGi, and Design Workshop.

• Interviews for Comprehensive Plan Writing Consultant
• GRAEF proposal review
• HKGi proposal review
• Design Workshop Proposal review

The City Plan Commission met in a special virtual session to interview consultants for the Comprehensive Plan writing contract. The commission voted unanimously to enter closed session to conduct the interviews. No decisions were made during the open portion of the meeting.

• Approved motion to convene in closed session for consultant interviews (5-0)

Redevelopment Authority

The Redevelopment Authority will review project updates and trail options for the River Point District. The meeting includes consideration of 2022 contract extensions for Vendi and WiRED Riverside North, LLC.

• Shared-use trail options at River Point District
• Contract extension with Vendi for 2022
• Contract extension with WiRED Riverside North, LLC for 2022
• Updated marketing materials from CBRE for River Point District
• Monthly update of RDA Financials

The Redevelopment Authority approved updated marketing materials from CBRE for the River Point District, with the addition of Kwik Trip on page 28. The board also changed its 2022 meeting time to 4:00 PM, preferably in person, and accepted the resignation of member Cassie Woodward. The meeting adjourned in closed session after discussing contract extensions with Vendi and WiRED Riverside North, LLC.

• Approved updated CBRE marketing materials for River Point District with Kwik Trip added to page 28 (voice vote)
• Changed 2022 meeting time to 4:00 PM, preferably in person
• Accepted resignation of member Cassie Woodward, effective end of meeting
• Convened in closed session to discuss contract extension with Vendi for 2022 (roll call vote)
• Adjourned in closed session without reconvening in open session

Committee for Citizens with Disabilities

The Committee for Citizens with Disabilities will discuss the city's snow removal policy. The agenda also includes updates on intersection signage, web accessibility, and the ADA Transition Plan.

• Discussion of Snow Removal Policy (21-1720)
• Update on West George and George St. intersection signage (21-1510)
• Update on accessible web link for the board (21-1512)
• Review of Pearl St and Pearl St Walkway (21-1714)
• Update from ADA Coordinator on ADA Transition Plan (21-1717)

The Committee for Citizens with Disabilities met via video conference and approved the November meeting minutes. They discussed several agenda items including snow removal policy, an MTU update, signage for the West George and George St. intersection, an accessible web link for the board, Pearl St walkway, and an update from the ADA Coordinator on the ADA Transition Plan, noting a consultant has been hired. No formal votes were taken on these agenda items.

• Approved November meeting minutes (voice vote)
• Adjourned meeting at 10:19 a.m. (voice vote)

Climate Action Plan Steering Committee

The committee will review preparations for Xcel Energy energy assessment outreach for businesses and non-profits. The agenda also includes a memo regarding transit-oriented development and a consultant update.

• Selection of 7 CAP Team members and 3 alternates
• Preparation for January 2022 Xcel Energy energy assessment outreach
• Review of memo on using transit-oriented development for carbon reduction targets
• December consultant update regarding website reports and PR plans

The committee reviewed and discussed outreach materials for Xcel Energy's free business energy assessments, with plans to promote them through various networks. They also discussed transit-oriented development strategies and agreed to keep all CAP Team applicants involved in some capacity. No formal votes were taken on these items.

• Approved minutes of previous meeting (voice vote)
• Discussed outreach kit for Xcel free energy assessments
• Agreed to keep all CAP Team applicants involved in some role

City of La Crosse Diversity Equity Inclusion Team

The City of La Crosse Racial Equity Team met to discuss its mission and purpose. The agenda also included introductions and the election of a chair and vice-chair.

• Discussion of mission and purpose
• Election of chair and vice-chair

The City of La Crosse Racial Equity Team met and approved the previous meeting's minutes. Members elected Whitney Hughes as chair and Stephanie Deveaux as co-chair. The team also discussed its mission and goals for moving forward.

• Approved previous meeting minutes
• Elected Whitney Hughes as chair
• Elected Stephanie Deveaux as co-chair

Community Development Committee - Abolished 2.9.2023

The committee will review offers to purchase properties on East Ave S, Onalaska Ave, and 19th St. Members will also select a developer for 1024 Denton St and review the 2022 CDBG Action Plan.

• Offer to purchase 2526 East Ave S
• Offer to purchase 2502 Onalaska Ave
• Offer to purchase 1516 19th St
• Developer selection for 1024 Denton St
• Acquisition of 1709 29th St S

The Community Development Committee approved offers to purchase three properties, selected a developer for a Denton Street site, and authorized acquisition of a 29th Street property with a price cap of $125,000. All votes were unanimous (7-0). The 2022 CDBG Action Plan was listed as an agenda item but no action was recorded.

• Approved offer to purchase 2526 East Ave S (7-0)
• Approved offer to purchase 2502 Onalaska Ave (7-0)
• Approved offer to purchase 1516 19th St (7-0)
• Approved selection of developer for 1024 Denton St (7-0)
• Approved acquisition of 1709 29th St S with authority up to $125,000 (7-0)

Library Board

The La Crosse Library Board will meet to approve the 2022 operating budget and upcoming holiday closure dates. The agenda includes a presentation on adult services and reports regarding library facilities and vacancies. Future meeting topics include a discussion of a Main Library first floor remodel.

• Approval of the 2022 Operating Budget
• Approval of 2022 holiday closed dates
• Election Day suspension of services at South library
• Discussion of Main 1st Floor Remodel
• Selection Policy Review

The Library Board approved the 2022 operating budget of $4,407,592, which includes funding for three full-time librarian positions, one initially paid through ARPA funds. The board also approved the 2022 holiday closed dates and the suspension of services at South Community Library on Election Day, November 8, 2022. Several retirements were announced, and the board noted the roofing project at South Community Library will be completed by the end of 2021.

• Approved 2022 operating budget of $4,407,592
• Approved 2022 holiday closed dates
• Approved suspension of library services at South on Election Day, Nov. 8, 2022
• Approved minutes of Nov. 9, 2021 meeting
• Approved bills and financial reports for December 2021

Economic Development Commission - Abolished 2.9.2023

The Economic Development Commission will consider a grant application from Rhonda Madsen of Your True Essence LLC. The committee may also convene in closed session to discuss negotiation strategies.

• Minority-Owned Business Assistance Grant application from Rhonda Madsen, Your True Essence LLC

The Economic Development Commission approved a Minority-Owned Business Assistance Grant application from Rhonda Madsen, Your True Essence LLC, awarding up to $5,000 on a reimbursement basis. The motion carried by voice vote. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved Minority-Owned Business Assistance Grant for Your True Essence LLC, up to $5,000 reimbursement (voice vote)

Bicycle-Pedestrian Advisory Committee

The committee will consider a resolution regarding barrier types for the West Channel Bridge to connect to the Minnesota trail. Staff also requested funds for estimates and provided an overview of the Highway 35 project's impact on local paths.

• Resolution request for West Channel Bridge barrier type (Wagon Wheel Trail Link)
• Request to use committee funds for Wagon Wheel Trail Link estimates
• Overview of Highway 35 project including a new gravel side path
• Reduction of roadway shoulder width to five feet on Highway 35

The Bicycle-Pedestrian Advisory Committee voted to recommend concrete jersey barriers on the West Channel Bridge to separate cyclists and pedestrians from traffic, and approved using remaining funds for an engineering estimate for the Wagon Wheel Trail Link. Both motions passed by voice vote. The Hwy 35 project overview was deferred to the January meeting.

• Recommended concrete jersey barriers on West Channel Bridge (voice vote)
• Approved using remaining committee funds for Wagon Wheel Trail Link estimate (voice vote)
• Deferred Hwy 35 project overview to January meeting

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will review the November summary report for the La Crosse Center Project. The agenda includes communications mapping permits and a preliminary scoping study for the Xcel Empower Resiliency Program. Members will also discuss sewer lateral work to facilitate property removal on George St. and Gohres St.

• Kraus Anderson November Summary Report of the La Crosse Center Project
• Charter Street Privilege Permit requests for communications mapping
• Authorization of Xcel Empower Resiliency Program preliminary scoping study
• Sewer lateral cut and cap direction for 1803 George St. and 1115-17 Gohres St.

The Board of Public Works approved two charter street privilege permits for communications work, authorized an Xcel Energy resiliency program scoping study, and directed the raze and removal of a property at 1803 George St. with a 90-day compliance plan for a shared sewer lateral. No action was taken on the La Crosse Center project report.

• Approved Charter Street Privilege Permit for communications on Gladys St and East Ave (voice vote)
• Approved Charter Street Privilege Permit for communications on Thompson St to Ward Ave (voice vote)
• Authorized Xcel Empower Resiliency Program preliminary scoping study (voice vote)
• Approved raze and removal order for 1803 George St., allowing non-compliant sewer lateral with 90 days to develop compliance plan (voice vote)

Common Council

The La Crosse Common Council will review financial reports, appointments, and various city ordinances. Agenda items include authorizing new promissory notes and approving a lighting project contract. The council will also consider several rezoning requests and permit policy updates.

• Contract award for 10th & Cass Lighting project ($124,934.91)
• Authorization of $2,850,000 in General Obligation Promissory Notes
• Ordinance to increase building height in R5-Multiple Dwelling Districts
• Purchase of property at 2710 and 2702 Onalaska Avenue
• Purchase of two hybrid diesel electric low floor buses for MTU

The La Crosse Common Council approved the issuance of approximately $2,850,000 in General Obligation Promissory Notes, Series 2021C, and adopted several ordinances including increasing building height in R5 districts, amending special event permit policies, and historic preservation changes. The council also awarded a $124,934.91 contract to Poellinger Electric for the 10th & Cass Lighting project, rejected a bid for the Coulee Box Culvert project, and confirmed mayoral appointments.

• Approved $2.85M General Obligation Promissory Notes, Series 2021C (13-0)
• Awarded $124,934.91 contract to Poellinger Electric for 10th & Cass Lighting (13-0)
• Rejected bid for Coulee Box Culvert project (13-0)
• Adopted ordinance increasing building height in R5 districts (13-0)
• Adopted amended ordinance for Hatchery, LLC agreement at 410 Veterans Memorial Dr. E (12-1)
• Withdrew ordinance for four-story building at 2575 7th St. S (13-0)
• Adopted consent agenda including multiple ordinances and resolutions (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of properties at 2710 and 2702 Onalaska Avenue (13-0)

City Plan Commission

The City Plan Commission will consider a resolution regarding industrial park restrictions for 3003 Airport Road. This special meeting is focused on this single agenda item.

• Resolution approving Estoppel Certificate for Industrial Park Restrictions for 3003 Airport Road

The City Plan Commission held a special meeting and adopted a resolution approving an Estoppel Certificate for Industrial Park Restrictions at 3003 Airport Road. The motion was made by Neumeister, seconded by Kahlow, and carried by voice vote. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Adopted resolution approving Estoppel Certificate for Industrial Park Restrictions at 3003 Airport Road (voice vote)

Finance & Personnel Committee

The Finance & Personnel Committee meeting scheduled for December 9, 2021, featured one agenda item regarding Industrial Park Restrictions at 3003 Airport Road. This item was short-circuited by Mayor Reynolds on December 8, 2021.

• Resolution 21-1698 (short-circuited)

The Finance & Personnel Committee voted unanimously to recommend to the Common Council a resolution approving an Estoppel Certificate for Industrial Park Restrictions at 3003 Airport Road. The recommendation was made at the special meeting on December 9, 2021, and the meeting adjourned shortly after.

• Recommended approval of Estoppel Certificate for Industrial Park Restrictions at 3003 Airport Road (6-0)

Human Rights Commission

The commission will receive updates from the Racial Equity Team and a meeting with William Turner. Members will also review development research for the Civil Rights Department and discuss next steps.

• Update from the Racial Equity Team’s 10/27 meeting
• Update from meeting with William - Turner
• Review of Civil Rights Department development research

The La Crosse Human Rights Commission met virtually and approved the previous meeting's minutes. Members discussed updates, including a successful town hall with elected officials on issues for Black residents and next steps for developing a Civil Rights Department. No formal decisions were made beyond the minutes approval.

• Approved previous meeting minutes (voice vote)

Housing Authority of the City of La Crosse

The Housing Authority will review reports from the administrative, resident services, occupancy, and maintenance departments. The meeting also includes a discussion regarding application screening criteria and processes.

• Resolution #2252 to write off uncollectible debts
• Resolution #2253 to approve 2021 Operating Budget Revision
• Resolution #2254 to approve 2022 Operating Budget
• Review of application screening criteria and process

The Housing Authority approved its 2022 operating budget and a 2021 budget revision, along with writing off uncollectible debts. Bills totaling $430,437.89 were approved. Discussion on application screening criteria was deferred to the next meeting.

• Approved Resolution #2254 for 2022 Operating Budget (3-0)
• Approved Resolution #2253 for 2021 Operating Budget Revision (3-0)
• Approved Resolution #2252 to write off uncollectible debts (3-0)
• Approved bills totaling $430,437.89 (3-0)
• Approved minutes of November 10, 2021 meeting (3-0)

Council Planning Meeting

This meeting consists of legislative and conference updates. Representative Jill Billings will provide legislative updates, and council members will share information from recent conferences.

• Legislative updates by Representative Jill Billings
• Updates from the Annual League of Wisconsin Municipalities Conference
• Updates from the Historic Preservation Conference

The La Crosse City Council held a planning meeting with no substantive decisions. Members shared updates from the League of Wisconsin Municipalities conference, heard from Representative Jill Billings on state legislative work, and an item on the Historic Preservation Conference was skipped because the council member was absent. The meeting adjourned at 7:12 p.m.

• No formal decisions or votes taken during the meeting

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will review several construction contract change orders. The agenda also includes a review of a bidder's proof of responsibility.

• Construction Contract Change Orders (21-1672)
• Pearl St Walkway erosion control and fencing
• Bidder's Proof of Responsibility (21-1677)
• Forest Hills Golf Course drainage pipe connections

The Board of Public Works approved the minutes from November 29, 2021. It also approved two agenda items: construction contract change orders (item 21-1672) and a bidder's proof of responsibility (item 21-1677), both by voice vote. No other substantive decisions were recorded.

• Approved the minutes of November 29, 2021.
• Approved construction contract change orders (21-1672).
• Approved bidder's proof of responsibility (21-1677).

City Plan Commission

The City Plan Commission is conducting a special meeting to review and act on consultant proposals for writing the city's comprehensive plan. This includes reviewing submissions from GRAEF, HKGi, Houseal Lavigne, and WSB.

• Review of consultant proposals for comprehensive plan writing
• Proposals from GRAEF, HKGi, Houseal Lavigne, and WSB

The City Plan Commission met in closed session to review consultant proposals for the comprehensive plan. The commission voted to interview the top three scored proposals from Design Workshop, GRAEF, and HKGi. No final contract was awarded. Commissioner Woodward announced her resignation before the closed session.

• Convened in closed session by roll call vote
• Selected Design Workshop, GRAEF, and HKGi for interviews

Commercial/Multi-Family Design Review Committee

The committee will review development plans for a commercial addition located at 1919 State Road. This item involves the business Limb Lab.

• Review of plans for the commercial addition at 1919 State Road (Limb Lab)

Arts and Culture Board

The Arts Board will discuss a request to sponsor an art installation for the Climate Action Plan Engagement Process. The meeting also includes updates on La Crosse Center Art and a review of findings from an art maintenance assessment.

• $3,500 sponsorship request for Climate Action Plan Engagement Process art installation
• New round of 'The Moment' and 'Beyond the Moment' programs
• Update on La Crosse Center Art projects including Mosaic Timeline and Wing Span
• Review of findings from the Art Maintenance Agreement assessment

The Arts Board approved a $3,500 sponsorship for the Climate Action Plan Engagement Process art installation and approved a new round of "The Moment" program. It referred a review of Art Maintenance Agreement findings back to the board, due by February 4, 2022. No action was taken on discussions of current/future projects or the La Crosse Center Art update.

• Approved $3,500 sponsorship for the Climate Action Plan Engagement Process art installation.
• Approved a new round of "The Moment" program.
• Referred Art Maintenance Agreement findings review to the Arts Board, due by 2/4/2022.
• No action taken on current and future projects discussion.
• No action taken on La Crosse Center Art update.

Finance & Personnel Committee

The Finance & Personnel Committee is reviewing several resolutions regarding city infrastructure and equipment. Items include traffic signal implementation, airline agreements, and vehicle purchases for the airport and transit utility. The meeting also includes reviews of financial statements and collective bargaining updates.

• Issuance of approximately $2,850,000 in General Obligation Promissory Notes
• Purchase of two 35-foot hybrid diesel electric low floor buses for the Municipal Transit Utility
• Agreement with SkyWest Airlines, Inc. for terminal building lease and operating agreement
• Funding for airport IT equipment and a salt truck with plow
• Traffic implementation agreements for signal and ITS programs

The Finance & Personnel Committee recommended 13 resolutions and 2 reports to the Common Council for its December 9, 2021 meeting. The only item with a public hearing was the amended Use and Facility Management Agreement with Hatchery, LLC for 410 Veterans Memorial Dr. E., which was recommended as amended with one abstention. All other items, including traffic signal agreements, airport leases and purchases, bus purchases, a land sale, a Section 125 plan amendment, financial audits, a bond issuance, and a property purchase, were recommended unanimously. No action was taken on the collective bargaining update.

• Recommended to Common Council (5-0, 1 abstention): amended Use and Facility Management Agreement with Hatchery, LLC for 410 Veterans Memorial Dr. E.
• Recommended to Common Council (6-0): State/Municipal Agreement for Citywide Traffic Implementation (Project I.D. #3700-10-89)
• Recommended to Common Council (6-0): State/Municipal Financial Agreement for Signal Equipment at South Avenue & Green Bay Street (Project ID# 3700-10-79)
• Recommended to Common Council (6-0): 2022-2024 Scheduled Airline Operating Agreement and Terminal Building Lease with SkyWest Airlines, Inc.
• Recommended to Common Council (6-0): additional funds for Airport IT equipment and a salt truck with plow
• Recommended to Common Council (6-0): additional funds for two 35-foot hybrid diesel electric low floor buses for Municipal Transit Utility
• Recommended to Common Council (6-0): amended land purchase and sale contract for Lot 4 on Berlin Drive with Heather & Justin Yahnke
• Recommended to Common Council (6-0): issuance of ~$2,850,000 General Obligation Promissory Notes, Series 2021C

Boundary Agreement Task Force

The Boundary Agreement Task Force will discuss the current status of boundary agreement negotiations with surrounding communities. The committee may also convene in closed session to update negotiation strategies and parameters.

• Update and discussion on status of boundary agreement negotiations (Item 17-0810)

The Boundary Agreement Task Force met by video conference and approved the prior meeting's minutes. Members then unanimously voted to convene in closed session to discuss negotiation strategies with surrounding communities. The meeting adjourned after the closed session; no open-session decisions were recorded.

• Approved prior meeting minutes by unanimous consent
• Convened in closed session to discuss boundary negotiation strategies
• Adjourned at 10:40 a.m. by unanimous consent

Floodplain Advisory Committee

The Floodplain Advisory Committee will review items related to local flood management. The agenda includes the Ebner Coulee LOMR-F final map layer, the Flood Hazard Mitigation Plan, and FEMA violations.

• Ebner Coulee LOMR-F final map layer
• Flood Hazard Mitigation Plan
• FEMA Violations
• Approval of October 7, 2021 meeting minutes

The committee discussed the upcoming floodplain map effective March 2, 2022, and the need for Elevation Certificates on questionable properties, with cost estimates of $175-$350 per certificate. They reviewed the Flood Hazard Mitigation Plan, noting levee certification could cost $70-100 million for La Crosse's levees. They also discussed 46 current FEMA violations, with 23 resolvable by deed restriction, 11 by flood vents, and 8 requiring elevation or basement abandonment. The committee agreed to move future meeting times to 4 PM.

• Approved minutes from the October 7, 2021 meeting by voice vote.
• Discussed the Ebner Coulee LOMR-F and new floodplain map effective March 2, 2022.
• Discussed Elevation Certificate costs and agreed to seek more quotes.
• Discussed the Flood Hazard Mitigation Plan, including levee certification costs and options.
• Discussed FEMA violations, including 46 current violations and resolution methods.
• Agreed to reschedule future meeting times to 4 PM.

City of La Crosse SLFRF Program Award Committee - ABOLISHED 3.14.2024

The meeting consists of an orientation for the SLFRF Program Award Committee. No other agenda items or decisions are listed.

• Orientation

Redevelopment Authority

The La Crosse Redevelopment Authority is meeting to consider and potentially act on a land sale price involving MSP Real Estate. The agenda also includes the approval of minutes from the November 18, 2021, meeting.

• Consideration of land sale price with MSP Real Estate (Item 21-1630)

The Redevelopment Authority approved the minutes from the November 18, 2021 meeting. The board then voted to convene in closed session to discuss negotiation strategies for a land sale price with MSP Real Estate. The meeting adjourned while still in closed session at 5:15pm, with no open-session action taken on the land sale.

• Approved the minutes of the November 18, 2021 meeting by voice vote.
• Approved a motion to convene in closed session under Wis. Stat. 19.85(1)(e) to discuss negotiation strategies for the MSP Real Estate land sale.
• Adjourned at 5:15pm while still in closed session, with no further open-session action.

Executive Committee

The City and County Executive Committees are meeting to discuss a homeless initiative. The agenda includes discussion regarding long-term planning related to the unsheltered population.

• Discussion of long-term planning related to unsheltered population (21-1673)
• Potential closed session to formulate negotiation strategies

The joint City-County Executive Committee discussed a long-term plan to address homelessness, including purchasing the Chamber of Commerce Building on 1.6 acres for use by county and nonprofit staff and building bridge housing in the parking lot. All members present favored the purchase, but no formal vote was recorded. The committee then entered closed session to discuss the purchase and returned to open session without further action.

• All members present favored purchasing the Chamber of Commerce Building (no formal vote recorded)
• Entered closed session to discuss purchase terms (motion carried unanimously)
• Returned to open session (motion carried unanimously)

Judiciary & Administration Committee

The Judiciary & Administration Committee is reviewing several ordinances regarding zoning, historic preservation, and special event permit policies. The agenda also includes resolutions for climate initiatives and the approval of various taxi and liquor licenses. Public hearings are scheduled for multiple property rezonings and building height changes.

• Ordinance to allow a four-story building at 2575 7th St. S.
• Amendments to special event permit policies and cleanup fees
• Public hearing on historic preservation ordinance amendments
• Rezoning for a 4-unit townhouse at 618/624 Jackson St. and 1004 7th St. S.
• Applications for various taxi, limo, and pedal cab licenses

Municipal Transit Utility Board

The Municipal Transit Utility Board will review the committee recommendation for the 2022-2026 Specialized Transportation RFP. The agenda also includes a structural assessment for Grand River Station and updates on Transit Equity Day 2022.

• Specialized Transportation RFP 2022-2026 recommendation
• Grand River Station structural assessment
• 2022 Board Meeting Schedule
• Transit Equity Day 2022

The board approved the minutes of the prior meeting. It adopted a resolution for the Specialized Transportation RFP 2022-2026, as recommended by the review committee. The board also received a structural assessment for Grand River Station and discussed the 2022 meeting schedule and project updates, including Transit Equity Day 2022. No other formal votes were recorded.

• Approved the meeting minutes by voice vote.
• Adopted the Specialized Transportation RFP 2022-2026 resolution by voice vote.
• Received the Grand River Station structural assessment (no action noted).
• Discussed the 2022 board meeting schedule (no action noted).
• Discussed project updates, including Transit Equity Day 2022 (no action noted).

City Plan Commission

The City Plan Commission will consider several zoning amendments and land use applications. This includes proposals for townhouse construction, industrial changes, and selecting consultants for the city's Comprehensive Plan Update.

• Rezoning 618/624 Jackson St. and 1004 7th St. S for a 4-unit townhouse building
• Rezoning 901 Monitor St to allow welding and gas supply sales
• Increasing permitted building heights in R5-Multiple Dwelling Districts
• Rezoning 2575 7th St. S for a four-story building
• Reviewing consulting proposals for the Comprehensive Plan Update

The City Plan Commission approved all agenda items, including a conditional use permit for The Root Note LLC, several zoning district transfers for specific properties, a building height increase in R5 districts, and a land sale contract. It also approved a use agreement with Hatchery, LLC and a media partner contract for the Comprehensive Plan, with one abstention and one recusal. One item, the four-story building at 2575 7th St. S., was referred for 30 days.

• Approved minutes of November 1 and November 15, 2021 meetings.
• Approved conditional use permit for The Root Note LLC at 115 4th St. S. (7-0).
• Approved zoning transfer for 4-unit townhouse at 618/624 Jackson St. and 1004 7th St. S., with waiver of one parking space (7-0).
• Approved zoning transfer to Heavy Industrial for welding/gas sales at 901 Monitor St. (7-0).
• Approved increased building height in R5-Multiple Dwelling Districts (7-0).
• Referred for 30 days the zoning transfer for a four-story building at 2575 7th St. S. (7-0).
• Approved zoning transfer for vacant outlot near Berlin Drive and land sale contract with Heather & Justin Yahnke (7-0).
• Approved zoning transfer for duplex at 719 Losey Blvd. N. (7-0).

Board of Public Works

The Board will consider updates to the Water Utility On-Call Duty Policy and a contract amendment for stormwater management. The agenda also includes a request for new parking regulations on Park Drive.

• Establishing two-hour parking on the south side of the 2200 block of Park Drive
• Amending the Strand contract for water quality and stormwater management
• Updating the Water Utility On-Call Duty Policy
• Construction contract change order for LaCrosse Fire Station 1
• Street privilege permit request for a sign at 1800 State Street

The Board of Public Works approved all agenda items by voice vote, including a contract amendment for the citywide water quality SLAMM Model and Stormwater Management Plan, an update to the Water Utility On-Call Duty Policy, a construction contract change order, new 2-hour parking restrictions on Park Drive, a street privilege permit for a sign at 1800 State Street, a bidder's proof of responsibility, and final payments for construction contracts. No items were denied or tabled.

• Approved 1st Amendment of Strand contract for water quality SLAMM Model and Stormwater Management Plan (voice vote)
• Approved Water Utility On-Call Duty Policy update (voice vote)
• Approved construction contract change order (voice vote)
• Approved 2-hour parking, 8 A.M. to 6 P.M., except weekends/holidays, on south side of 2200 block of Park Drive (voice vote)
• Approved street privilege permit for sign at 1800 State Street (voice vote)
• Approved bidder's proof of responsibility (voice vote)
• Approved construction contract final payments (voice vote)

Boundary Agreement Task Force

The Task Force will discuss the current status of boundary agreement negotiations with surrounding communities. The meeting may include a closed session to update negotiation strategies and parameters.

• Update and discussion on status of boundary agreement negotiations (Item 17-0810)

The Boundary Agreement Task Force met on November 23, 2021, and approved the previous meeting's minutes by unanimous consent. The task force then voted unanimously to enter a closed session to discuss negotiation strategies with surrounding communities, as permitted under Wisconsin law. The meeting adjourned at 10:00 a.m. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved the meeting minutes by unanimous consent.
• Approved a motion to enter closed session to discuss boundary agreement negotiation strategies.
• Adjourned the meeting by unanimous consent at 10:00 a.m.

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will review updates on La Crosse Street and South Avenue projects. The agenda includes requests for a street permit on Rublee Street and the vacation of an alley near the Main Branch Library. The board will also consider increasing trash cart replacement fees to $110.00.

• Increase trash/recycling cart replacement cost from $85.00 to $110.00
• Kwik Trip street privilege permit request for 1900 Block of Rublee Street
• Construction contract change orders for Main Street and 20th Street
• Request to vacate public alley west of 9th Street between Main and King Streets
• Request to connect Pearl Street historic lamp posts with cable for LED lights

The Board of Public Works approved a Kwik Trip street privilege permit for encroachments on the 1900 block of Rublee Street, construction contract change orders, a request to vacate a public alley west of 9th Street between Main and King Streets, a request to connect historic lamp posts on Pearl Street with cable for LED lights, and increased the replacement cost of trash and recycling carts from $85 to $110. The board also received an update on La Crosse Street and South Avenue projects with no action taken, and approved the minutes of the previous meeting.

• Approved Kwik Trip Street Privilege Permit for encroachments on 1900 Block of Rublee Street.
• Approved construction contract change orders.
• Approved request from La Crosse Main Branch Library to vacate public alley west of 9th Street between Main and King Streets.
• Approved request to connect historic lamp posts on Pearl Street with 3/16" coated cable for LED lights.
• Approved increase in replacement cost of trash and recycling carts to $110.00 from $85.00.
• Approved minutes of November 15, 2021 meeting.

International Committee

The committee is meeting to review budget discussions and expenditure requests. The agenda also includes updates on Western projects and Global Initiatives Week.

• Budget discussion and expenditure requests (21-1657)
• Western projects (21-1658)
• Global Initiatives Week (21-1659)
• Committee members and officers (21-1660)
• Sister City and School reports (21-1661)

The International Committee approved multiple expenditures to accommodate the new Sister City of Junglinster, including flags, banners, posters, and brochures. The 2022 budget remains at $5,000. Several other items, such as magnetic signs and t-shirts, were tabled until next year.

• Approved up to $200 for new flags, poles, and brackets (motion by Barmore/Geifer, carried)
• Approved up to $300 to design and purchase a banner and case for Junglinster (motion by Barmore/Geifer, carried)
• Approved up to $400 for new posters with 8 flags above and below a world map (motion by Barmore/Geifer, carried)
• Approved up to $100 for a new banner for Junglinster (motion by Welch/Geifer, carried)
• Approved up to $500 for new Sister Cities brochures including Junglinster (motion by Welch/Barmore, carried)
• Tabled magnetic signs and t-shirts until next year
• Approved September minutes (motion by Barmore/Geifer, carried)
• Tabled July minutes (not distributed)

Board of Park Commissioners

The Board will discuss Green Island Ice Arena operations and appoint members to a negotiating committee. The agenda also includes requests for trail usage for upcoming events and a new winter salting initiative.

• Appointment of two commissioners to the Green Island Ice Arena negotiating committee
• Request to approve hunting on private land Parcel #17-10491-10
• Fiber/coax installation through Myrick Park for Myrick Center/WisCorp
• Approval of 2022 Annual Community Event Park, Shelter, and Trail Agreements
• Update on the La Crosse River Marsh Restoration Project

The Board of Park Commissioners approved a request to allow hunting on private land Parcel #17-10491-10, with state hunting and firearm regulations applying where more restrictive. The board also approved the 2022 Annual Community Event Park, Shelter, and Trail Agreements, and approved two event requests: the Turkey Trot Run/Walk and the ROTC Northern Warfare Challenge. A request to install fiber/coax through Myrick Park was referred for 60 days, due back by 1/20/2022. Two members were appointed to the Green Island Ice Arena negotiating committee.

• Approved hunting on private land Parcel #17-10491-10 (7 yes, 1 no, 1 absent).
• Approved 2022 Annual Community Event Park, Shelter, and Trail Agreements (7 yes, 1 abstain, 1 absent).
• Referred fiber/coax install through Myrick Park for 60 days, due back 1/20/2022.
• Approved Turkey Trot Run/Walk on La Crosse River Marsh Trail System on Nov 20, 2021.
• Approved ROTC Northern Warfare Challenge on Hixon, Grandad, and Mathy Quarry Trails on Feb 12-13, 2022.
• Appointed Webb and Kirsch to the Green Island Ice Arena negotiating committee.
• Approved minutes from October 21, 2021 meeting.
• Opened and closed public hearing; no action on hockey update, marsh restoration, or salt smart initiative.

Redevelopment Authority

The La Crosse Redevelopment Authority is reviewing several items regarding the River Point District. The agenda includes updates on financing structures, marketing initiatives, and a potential contract extension for 2022.

• Consideration of street names in River Point District
• Review of CBRE marketing initiatives and commercial trends
• Discussion of land sale price with MSP Real Estate
• Contract extension for 2022 with WiRED Riverside North, LLC
• Update on financing structure for River Point District projects

The Redevelopment Authority approved street names for the River Point District and moved into closed session to discuss land sale and contract negotiations. No final action was taken on the land sale price or WiRED contract extension, as those items were discussed in closed session and the meeting adjourned without reconvening in open session.

• Approved minutes of October 28, 2021 meeting (voice vote)
• Approved street names River Point Court, Steamboat Court, and Eagle Rest Road (voice vote)
• Moved into closed session to discuss land sale price with MSP Real Estate (roll call vote)
• Discussed contract extension with WiRED Riverside North, LLC in closed session; no open-session action

Employee Benefit Trust Fund Committee

The committee will review proposals referred from a previous meeting regarding public safety physicals and a wellness program app. Staff will also present updated recommendations for insurance consultants.

• Proposal to fund public safety physicals by Life Scan Wellness Centers
• Proposal to fund the Motion Connected app for the La Crosse 1856 wellness program
• Updated staff proposal regarding insurance consultant recommendations

The committee approved an updated staff proposal regarding insurance consultant recommendations (item 21-1634) by a 4-0 vote. A proposal to fund comprehensive annual public safety physicals was withdrawn, and a new motion to create $650 HSAs for eligible employees for 2022 was referred for up to 30 days. A proposal to fund the Motion Connected wellness platform was defeated due to lack of a motion to approve. Minutes from the 10/21/2021 meeting were approved 3-0.

• Approved minutes from the 10/21/2021 meeting (3-0).
• Withdrew proposal to fund public safety physicals by Life Scan Wellness Centers (4-0).
• Referred motion to create $650 HSAs for eligible employees for 2022 for up to 30 days (4-0).
• Defeated proposal to fund Motion Connected wellness platform due to lack of motion to approve.
• Approved updated staff proposal on insurance consultant recommendations (4-0).

Heritage Preservation Commission

The Commission will review a certificate of appropriateness for 924 Cass Street. The meeting includes discussions on amending historic preservation ordinances and downtown signage design standards. Members will also discuss the 2022 Most Endangered Properties List.

• Review of Certificate of Appropriateness for 924 Cass Street
• Ordinance to amend Chapter 20 regarding Historic Preservation
• Proposed amendments to Downtown Historic District signage design standards
• Discussion on 2022 Most Endangered Properties List
• Election of Vice-Chair

The commission approved the final amended ordinance for Chapter 20 on historic preservation, with changes effective April 2022. It also referred a certificate of appropriateness for 924 Cass Street for 30 days and elected David Riel as Vice-Chair. The 2022 Most Endangered Properties list discussion was tabled.

• Approved amended Chapter 20 historic preservation ordinance (5-0)
• Referred 924 Cass Street certificate of appropriateness for 30 days (5-0)
• Elected David Riel as Vice-Chair (5-0)
• Approved October 28, 2021 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Tabled 2022 Most Endangered Properties list discussion

Climate Action Plan Steering Committee

The committee will receive a consultant update regarding baseline research and community engagement efforts. Members will also discuss the process for selecting the Climate Action Plan team. Additionally, the group will review outreach and education activities related to Partners in Energy.

• Consultant update on baseline research and community engagement (21-1649)
• Discussion on Climate Action Plan team selection process (21-1650)
• Discussion of Partners in Energy outreach and education activities (21-1527)

The Climate Action Plan Steering Committee met virtually and approved the previous meeting's minutes. They received an update from consultant paleBLUEdot on initial baseline research and website activity, and discussed team selection and outreach activities with Xcel Energy's Partners in Energy program. No substantive policy decisions were made.

• Approved previous meeting minutes (voice vote)

Police and Fire Commission

The Commission unanimously approved the October 2021 fire and police personnel reports and promoted Firefighter Corey Mathison to Engineer and Sergeant Cory Brandl to Lieutenant. The meeting was held virtually and adjourned at 10:24 a.m.

• Approved the minutes of the October 20, 2021 meeting.
• Accepted and filed the October 2021 Fire Personnel Report.
• Approved the promotion of Firefighter Corey Mathison to Engineer.
• Accepted and filed the October 2021 Police Personnel Report.
• Approved the promotion of Sergeant Cory Brandl to Lieutenant.

Committee for Citizens with Disabilities

The Committee for Citizens with Disabilities approved changing its meeting date and time to the third Thursday of the month at 9:00 a.m. It also approved the October minutes and received an update on intersection signage improvements. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved changing meeting date/time to third Thursday at 9:00 a.m. (voice vote)
• Approved October meeting minutes (voice vote)

Common Council

The Common Council will meet to continue discussions regarding the 2022 Operating Budget. The agenda also includes resolutions for a new municipal fee schedule and the 2022 council meeting calendar.

• Resolution approving 2022 Operating Budget
• Resolution approving Appendix C 'Fee Schedule' effective January 1, 2022
• Resolution adopting the 2022 Council Meeting Calendar

Board of Public Works

The Board will consider a quote for sanitary sewer main measurement near Mormon Coulee Creek. The agenda also includes construction contract change orders and requests regarding parking programs and lot usage.

• Award of quote for sanitary sewer main measurement near Mormon Coulee Creek
• Kraus Anderson October 2021 Summary of the La Crosse Center Project
• Request to extend Pilot Pay to Park program by Police Parking Utility
• Request from Rotary Lights to use Oktoberfest Lot for helicopter rides
• Construction contract change orders for sidewalk and ramp replacement

The Board of Public Works approved several items, including a low bid for sewer inspection, a one-year extension of the Pilot Pay to Park program, and use of the Oktoberfest Lot for helicopter rides. They also approved an affidavit for highway miles, construction change orders, and garbage removal quotes. A report on the La Crosse Center Project was discussed but no action was taken.

• Approved low bid of R&R Visual, Inc. for sewer main measurement (voice vote)
• Approved one-year extension of Pilot Pay to Park program (voice vote)
• Approved Rotary Lights use of Oktoberfest Lot for helicopter rides Dec 16-19 (voice vote)
• Approved DOT affidavit for highway miles on Fishermans Road (voice vote)
• Approved construction contract change orders (voice vote)
• Approved quotes for garbage/outside storage removal (voice vote)

Common Council

The Common Council will conduct a public hearing for the 2022 Operating Budget. The council is also scheduled to consider resolutions regarding the city's fee schedule and the 2022 meeting calendar.

• Public hearing for the 2022 Operating Budget
• Resolution 21-1543 approving the Municipal Code 'Fee Schedule'
• Resolution 21-0946 approving the 2022 Operating Budget
• Resolution 21-1524 adopting the 2022 Council Meeting Calendar

The Common Council adopted the 2022 Operating Budget, the 2022 Fee Schedule, and the 2022 Council Meeting Calendar. The public hearing on the budget had no speakers. All votes were unanimous among present members, with one absence.

• Adopted 2022 Fee Schedule (11-0, 2 absent)
• Adopted 2022 Operating Budget (12-0, 1 absent)
• Adopted 2022 Council Meeting Calendar (12-0, 1 absent)

City Plan Commission

The City Plan Commission is meeting to select a media partner for marketing assistance regarding the La Crosse Comprehensive Plan. The commission will review proposals and scoring rubrics related to the Request for Proposals.

• Selection of Comp Plan Media Partner (Item 21-1549)

The City Plan Commission approved the selection of River Travel Media as the Comprehensive Plan Media Partner. The motion was made by Gallager, seconded by Trost, and carried by voice vote. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved River Travel Media as Comprehensive Plan Media Partner (voice vote)

Aviation Board

The La Crosse Aviation Board will consider a 2022-2024 airline operating agreement and terminal lease with SkyWest Airlines, Inc. The board will also review requests to allocate additional funds for IT equipment and a salt truck purchase. Additionally, the meeting includes updates on airport operations and September statistics.

• SkyWest Airlines, Inc. 2022-2024 operating agreement and terminal lease
• $120,500 allocation for IT equipment (Project 20-038)
• $45,000 allocation for a salt truck with plow (Project 21-271)
• Update on projects, operations, marketing, and Ft. McCoy

The Aviation Board approved a 2022-2024 Scheduled Airline Operating Agreement and Terminal Building Lease with SkyWest Airlines, Inc. It also approved allocating additional funds for information technology equipment and for a salt truck with plow for the airport. All three resolutions passed with a 6-0 vote, with two members excused. The board also approved the September 20, 2021 meeting minutes.

• Approved 2022-2024 Scheduled Airline Operating Agreement and Terminal Building Lease with SkyWest Airlines (6-0)
• Approved additional funds for Information Technology Equipment for the Airport (6-0)
• Approved additional funds to purchase a salt truck with plow for the Airport (6-0)
• Approved September 20, 2021 meeting minutes (voice vote)

Common Council

The La Crosse Common Council will consider an ordinance to establish new boundaries for aldermanic districts. The agenda also includes several zoning changes for residential and commercial developments and a $30,000 allocation for a pedestrian crossing beacon.

• Ordinance to establish new boundaries for aldermanic districts
• Conditional Use Permit for Kwik Trip, Inc. at 2308 Rose Street
• Zoning change for a 64-unit multi-family building on Mississippi St and 4th St S
• $30,000 allocation for a pedestrian crossing beacon at the Sunnyside Drive roundabout
• Sale of approximately $2,850,000 in general obligation promissory notes

The Common Council approved a zoning change to allow a 4-story, 64-unit apartment building at 410-414 Mississippi St and adjacent parcels, passing 13-0. It also adopted a new aldermanic district map (8-5) and approved a conditional use permit for Kwik Trip at 2308 Rose St (12-0, with one recusal). The council approved a $30,000 pedestrian crossing beacon at Sunnyside Drive and a $2.85M bond sale, among other consent items.

• Approved zoning change for 64-unit apartment at 410/414 Mississippi St and nearby parcels (13-0)
• Adopted new aldermanic district boundaries (8-5)
• Approved Kwik Trip conditional use permit at 2308 Rose St (12-0, Woodard recused)
• Approved $30,000 for pedestrian crossing beacon at Sunnyside Drive roundabout
• Approved $2,850,000 general obligation promissory notes sale
• Approved temporary winter shelter funding allocation (12-0, Schwarz recused)
• Approved sanitary sewage agreement with Onalaska (13-0)
• Approved 2021 bills and engineering estimates (13-0)

Finance & Personnel Committee

The Finance & Personnel Committee held a special meeting to consider Resolution 21-1610. This resolution concerns an agreement between the City of La Crosse and Onalaska regarding sanitary sewage conveyance and treatment.

• Resolution 21-1610: Agreement for Sanitary Sewage Conveyance and Treatment with Onalaska

The Finance & Personnel Committee voted unanimously to refer a resolution approving a sanitary sewage conveyance and treatment agreement between the City of La Crosse and Onalaska to the Common Council with no recommendation. The motion carried 6-0. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Referred resolution for sanitary sewage agreement with Onalaska to Common Council with no recommendation (6-0)

Housing Authority of the City of La Crosse

The Housing Authority will review the 2021 Revision 1 and 2022 operating budgets. The board will also consider revising Resolution #1091 regarding public housing admissions and occupancy plans. Additionally, members will discuss application screening criteria and processes.

• Review of 2021 Revision 1 & 2022 Operating Budgets
• Revision to Resolution #1091 regarding non-payment of rent
• Discussion of application screening criteria and process

The Housing Authority approved a revision to Resolution #1091, updating Section 20.2(A) on non-payment of rent to meet federal regulations. The board also reviewed the 2021 Revision 1 and 2022 operating budgets, with further discussion planned for December, and discussed application screening criteria for future consideration.

• Approved updated Public Housing Admissions and Continued Occupancy Plan, Resolution #1091 Section 20.2(A) (3-0)
• Approved bills totaling $504,226.87 (3-0)
• Approved minutes of October 13, 2021 meeting (3-0)
• Reviewed 2021 Revision 1 and 2022 operating budgets; further discussion at December meeting
• Discussed application screening criteria; documents to be compiled for further conversation

Bicycle-Pedestrian Advisory Committee

The committee will consider recommendations for a barrier on the West Channel bridge to support the Wagon Wheel trail connection. Staff will also discuss a TAP application related to the North-South Bike Corridor Barrier. The meeting includes recognition of departing members Virginia Loehr and Captain Jason Melby.

• Barrier options for West Channel bridge (Dezignline Curbrail, flexible bollard, composite jersey barrier, or concrete jersey barrier)
• TAP application discussion for North-South Bike Corridor Barrier
• Recognition of departing members Virginia Loehr and Captain Jason Melby

The committee reviewed staff requests for a barrier recommendation on the West Channel bridge for the Wagon Wheel trail connection, discussing product options and specifications. No formal decision was made on the barrier. The committee also discussed a TAP application for a North-South bike corridor and approved the October meeting minutes.

• Approved October meeting minutes (voice vote)
• Discussed barrier options for West Channel bridge (no vote)
• Discussed TAP application for North-South bike corridor (no vote)

Community Development Committee - Abolished 2.9.2023

The committee will consider an application for the Affordable Housing Revolving Loan Fund regarding a project on 4th Street South. The agenda also includes updates to Replacement Housing Program policies and a housing rehabilitation subordination request. Additionally, members will review 2022 funding allocations for Small Business and HOME CHDO.

• Affordable Housing Revolving Loan Fund application for 4th Street South
• Updates to Replacement Housing Program policies
• Subordination request for Housing Rehabilitation Client #101603
• 2022 funding allocation for Small Business and HOME CHDO

The Community Development Committee approved an Affordable Housing Revolving Loan Fund application from Cinnaire, a subordination request for a housing rehabilitation client, and the 2022 funding allocation for Small Business and HOME CHDO. A proposed update to the Replacement Housing Program Policies was rejected by a vote of 1 to 6. The meeting was procedural and included approval of the September minutes.

• Approved AHRLF application from Cinnaire (unanimous)
• Rejected Replacement Housing Program Policies update (1-6)
• Approved subordination request for Housing Rehabilitation Client #101603 (unanimous)
• Approved 2022 Funding Allocation for Small Business and HOME CHDO (unanimous)

Council Planning Meeting

The Department of Planning, Development and Assessment will provide a presentation regarding Tax Incremental Financing (TIF), community development programs, and planning initiatives. The session also covers department assessments and other roles and responsibilities.

• Presentation on TIF, community development, and planning initiatives (21-1374)
• Overview of Department of Planning, Development and Assessment roles and responsibilities

The La Crosse City Council held a special virtual planning meeting on November 9, 2021, with all 13 members present. The sole purpose was a presentation by the Department of Planning, Development and Assessment on TIF, community development programs, planning initiatives, assessments, and other departmental roles. No formal decisions, approvals, or votes were made; the meeting was informational only.

• No formal decisions or votes taken; meeting was informational only

Library Board

The La Crosse Library Board will review financial reports and a presentation on Youth Services. The meeting includes items for approval regarding a social media policy, library operating hours, and security system spending. Members will also discuss a remodel of the Main 1st Floor.

• Approval of Social Media Policy
• Approval of Carryover Spending for Access Security System
• Approval of Continuation of Current Library Open Hours
• Discussion of Main 1st Floor Remodel
• Review of Special Trustees Fund – Trust Point

The La Crosse Library Board approved several routine items, including minutes, bills, and financial reports. It also approved a social media policy, up to $50,000 in carryover spending for an access security system, and continuation of current library open hours indefinitely. The board discussed a planned first-floor remodel, noting the library will close during construction, and heard updates on staff retirement, grants, and the 2022 budget process.

• Approved minutes of October 12, 2021 (unanimous)
• Approved Committee of the Whole minutes of November 2, 2021 (unanimous)
• Approved bills and financial reports for October 2021 (unanimous)
• Approved Social Media policy (unanimous)
• Approved up to $50,000 carryover for Access Security System (unanimous)
• Approved continuation of current library open hours indefinitely (unanimous)

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will discuss next steps for addressing lead contamination in the La Crosse River Marsh. The agenda also includes a request to revoke Olympic Builders' prequalification status due to performance issues. Additionally, the board will review sidewalk snow removal proposals and surplus property declarations.

• Request to revoke Olympic Builders' prequalification status
• Update on La Crosse River Marsh lead contamination
• Proposals for 2021-2022 Sidewalk Snow Removal Project
• Declaration of Nakomis Avenue property as surplus
• Construction contract change orders

The Board of Public Works approved revoking Olympic Builders' prequalification to bid on city projects due to documented performance deficiencies. It also approved a construction contract change order, accepted the low bid for the sidewalk snow removal project, and recommended a 60-day referral for a surplus property declaration. The board convened in closed session to discuss negotiation strategies for the La Crosse River Marsh lead contamination.

• Approved construction contract change orders (voice vote)
• Approved revoking Olympic Builders' prequalification to bid (voice vote)
• Approved low bid of Peterson Snow Plowing LLC for 2021-2022 Sidewalk Snow Removal Project (voice vote)
• Recommended referral for 60 days of surplus property declaration for Nakomis Avenue parcel (voice vote)
• Convened in closed session to discuss negotiation strategies for La Crosse River Marsh lead contamination (unanimous roll call)

Finance & Personnel Committee

The Finance & Personnel Committee is reviewing several resolutions regarding city contracts, grants, and property management. Agenda items include roadway improvements, transit funding applications, and staff reorganization within city departments.

• $30,000 for a pedestrian crossing beacon at the Sunnyside Drive roundabout
• Sale of approximately $2,850,000 in general obligation promissory notes
• The 2022-2026 Refuse & Recycling Services Contract for City buildings
• Reorganization of positions within Finance, Human Resources, and Engineering/Public Works
• Right-of-entry for the US Army Corps of Engineers to place dredged material on Isle La Plume

The Finance & Personnel Committee recommended 15 resolutions to the Common Council for adoption at its 11/11/2021 meeting, all passing unanimously (6-0) except one that passed 5-0 with one recusal. Items included a $30,000 pedestrian crossing beacon at Sunnyside Drive roundabout, a lease for 500 Rose Street, and a winter shelter funding allocation. One resolution (Nakomis Avenue surplus property) was recommended to be re-referred for 60 days to January 2022. No substantive decisions were made on the collective bargaining update, which was informational only.

• Recommended adoption of $30,000 for pedestrian beacon at Sunnyside Drive roundabout (6-0)
• Recommended adoption of right-of-entry for Army Corps dredged material on Isle La Plume (6-0)
• Recommended adoption of amended WisCorps agreement for Myrick Park Center (6-0)
• Recommended adoption of special charges for 2021 services (6-0)
• Recommended adoption of Gundersen Lutheran Development Agreement Fourth Amendment (6-0)
• Recommended adoption of lease with Gary Arneson for 500 Rose Street (6-0)
• Recommended adoption of winter shelter funding allocation (5-0, Schwarz recused)
• Recommended re-referral of Nakomis Avenue surplus property resolution to January 2022 (6-0)

Judiciary & Administration Committee

The Judiciary & Administration Committee is reviewing several zoning amendments for residential and commercial properties. The agenda also includes expanding the City of La Crosse Racial Equity Team and establishing new aldermanic district boundaries.

• Zoning change at 2575 7th St. S for a four-story building
• Expansion of the Racial Equity Team to 14 members
• Conditional Use Permit for Kwik Trip, Inc. at 2308 Rose Street
• Ordinance establishing new boundaries for aldermanic districts
• Zoning change at 3441 Mormon Coulee Rd for a garage and fence

The Judiciary & Administration Committee recommended several items to the Common Council, including a 30-day re-referral for a zoning change allowing a four-story building at 2575 7th St. S. after a public hearing. It also recommended approval of a parking exception for Bethany Lutheran Homes, expansion of the Racial Equity Team, a conditional use permit for Kwik Trip, and multiple zoning changes for residential and commercial projects. All recommendations passed with unanimous or near-unanimous votes, except the aldermanic district boundaries ordinance, which passed 4-3.

• Re-referred 2575 7th St. S. four-story building ordinance for 30 days (7-0)
• Recommended approval of parking exception for Bethany Lutheran Homes at 2575 7th St. S. (7-0)
• Recommended expanding Racial Equity Team to 14 members (7-0)
• Recommended approval of Kwik Trip conditional use permit at 2308 Rose Street (6-0, Woodard recused)
• Recommended zoning change to Single Family Residence at 3441 Mormon Coulee Rd. (7-0)
• Recommended zoning change for 64-unit building at 410/414 Mississippi St. and adjacent parcels (7-0)
• Recommended zoning change for auto service facility at 1103 Rose St. (7-0)
• Recommended adoption of new aldermanic district boundaries (4-3)

Library Board

The Library Board Committee of the Whole will discuss a draft social media policy and proposed 2022 hours for the Main Library. The meeting also includes a discussion regarding priority projects. This session is held in an advisory capacity, so no motions or decisions will be made.

• Review Social Media Policy Draft
• Proposed Main Library Hours for 2022
• Discussion of Priority Projects

The Library Board met as a Committee of the Whole and discussed, but did not vote on, a draft social media policy and two options for 2022 library hours. No formal decisions were made; the board is expected to act on the security system and other items at a future meeting.

• Reviewed draft social media policy (no action taken)
• Discussed two options for 2022 library hours (no action taken)
• Discussed priority projects, including access security system (no action taken)

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works is reviewing several contracts, including refuse and recycling services for city buildings through 2026. The meeting also includes discussions on construction final payments and various change orders. Additionally, the board will consider a right-of-entry resolution for material placement on Isle La Plume.

• Refuse & Recycling Services Contract (2022-2026)
• Final payments for Johnson Street lighting and Gillette Street
• Right-of-entry for US Army Corps of Engineers on Isle La Plume
• Lease agreement for 500 Rose Street
• Construction change orders for Pearl St Walkway Light Poles

The Board of Public Works approved all seven agenda items by voice vote, including a five-year refuse and recycling services contract for city buildings and facilities. Other approvals included a right-of-entry for the Army Corps of Engineers to place dredged material on Isle La Plume, a lease for property at 500 Rose Street, and a memorandum of understanding with the School District of La Crosse.

• Approved Baycom, Inc. as authority for MVC Radio Tower changes (voice vote)
• Approved construction contract final payments (voice vote)
• Approved construction contract change orders (voice vote)
• Approved MOU between City of La Crosse and School District (voice vote)
• Approved right-of-entry for Army Corps of Engineers for dredged material on Isle La Plume (voice vote)
• Approved lease with Gary Arneson for 500 Rose Street (voice vote)
• Approved 2022-2026 Refuse & Recycling Services Contract for city buildings (voice vote)

City Plan Commission

The City Plan Commission is reviewing multiple rezoning petitions, including a 64-unit multi-family residential project. The agenda also includes discussions on Comprehensive Plan updates and selecting a media partner. Additionally, the commission will consider property surplus declarations and management agreements for Myrick Park Center.

• Rezoning 2575 7th St. S for a four-story building
• 64-unit multi-family residential rezoning at Mississippi, 4th St S, and Jackson St
• Conditional Use Permit for Kwik Trip, Inc. at 2308 Rose Street
• Management agreement for The Myrick Park Center
• Selection of a media partner for the Comprehensive Plan

The City Plan Commission approved a conditional use permit for Kwik Trip at 2308 Rose Street, a zoning change for a garage at 3441 Mormon Coulee Rd, a zoning change for an auto service facility at 1103 Rose St, and a lease for 500 Rose Street. It also recommended adoption of a zoning change for a 64-unit apartment building, approved an exception to parking standards for Bethany Lutheran Homes, and referred several items for further review.

• Approved CUP for Kwik Trip at 2308 Rose St (voice vote)
• Approved zoning change at 3441 Mormon Coulee Rd (voice vote)
• Approved zoning change at 1103 Rose St (voice vote)
• Approved lease at 500 Rose St at $500/year until Dec 2024 (voice vote)
• Recommended adoption of zoning change for 64-unit building at 410-414 Mississippi St (voice vote)
• Approved parking exception for Bethany Lutheran Homes, denied bike exception (voice vote)
• Referred 2575 7th St S zoning change for 30 days (voice vote)
• Referred Nakomis Ave surplus property for 60 days (voice vote)

Redevelopment Authority

The meeting includes a presentation on the Low-Income Housing Tax Credit program and consideration of street naming in the River Point District. The authority will also review a request for wetland restoration access and monthly development updates. Financial updates are also scheduled.

• Street naming process for River Point District
• WHEDA presentation on Low-Income Housing Tax Credit program
• Request for property access for River Point District Wetland restoration
• Monthly update from WiRED on River Point District
• Monthly financial update for the Redevelopment Authority

The Redevelopment Authority approved Friends of the Marsh's request to access RDA property for the First Stage Restoration of the River Point District Wetland, contingent on insurance review. They also authorized WiRED to spend $5,000 on corporate renderings and to proceed with the Tracy Cross proposal using $10,000 in Planning Option funds plus $1,000 from F Street Group. The meeting adjourned into closed session to discuss negotiation strategies.

• Approved Friends of the Marsh access for wetland restoration (contingent on insurance)
• Authorized $5,000 for corporate renderings with Rinka
• Authorized Tracy Cross proposal using $10,000 Planning Option funds plus $1,000 from F Street Group
• Approved minutes of September 23, 2021 meeting

Joint Review Board

The Joint Review Board will review annual reports regarding the performance and status of active Tax Incremental Districts. The board will also consider a resolution for a technical college extension and review cash flow analysis for Tax Incremental District No. 13.

• Review of annual PE-300 reports and status of active Tax Incremental Districts
• Resolution approving a Tax Incremental District (TID) Technical College Extension
• Review of cash flow analysis for Tax Incremental District No. 13
• Annual ethics policy review
• Appointment or confirmation of a public member and chairperson

The Joint Review Board confirmed Debra McKenney as a public member and Mayor Reynolds as chairperson. It adopted a resolution acknowledging annual TID reports and compliance, and approved a resolution granting a Technical College Extension for TID No. 13 due to negative cash flow impacts.

• Appointed Debra McKenney as public member (voice vote)
• Appointed Mayor Reynolds as chairperson (voice vote)
• Adopted resolution acknowledging annual TID reports and compliance (voice vote)
• Approved TID 13 Technical College Extension (voice vote)

Economic Development Commission - Abolished 2.9.2023

The commission will review the status and annual reports of the City's Tax Incremental Districts. The meeting also includes an update on development agreement payments and a discussion regarding meeting formats.

• Review of Tax Incremental District (TID) annual reports and status
• Update on Development Agreement payments
• Resolution approving Fourth Amendment to Gundersen Lutheran Development Agreement
• Discussion of meeting format and next meeting date

The Economic Development Commission adopted a resolution approving the Fourth Amendment to the Gundersen Lutheran Development Agreement. The commission also received an overview of the city's Tax Incremental Districts and discussed meeting format preferences, favoring a hybrid option and combining November/December meetings.

• Adopted resolution approving Fourth Amendment to Gundersen Lutheran Development Agreement (voice vote)
• Approved minutes from previous meeting (voice vote)
• Discussed meeting format, preferring hybrid in-person/virtual option
• Agreed to combine November and December meetings

Heritage Preservation Commission

The Heritage Preservation Commission will discuss Pearl Street enhancements with ISG. The commission will also review proposed amendments to Chapter 20 of the Municipal Code regarding historic preservation. Additionally, members will discuss the 2022 Most Endangered Properties List.

• Pearl Street Enhancements discussion with ISG
• Certificate of Appropriateness review for 924 Cass Street
• Proposed amendments to Chapter 20 of the Municipal Code
• Discussion on 2022 Most Endangered Properties List

The Heritage Preservation Commission approved proposed amendments to Chapter 20 of the Municipal Code, which would change review of individually designated properties from a non-binding Certificate of Recommendation to a binding Certificate of Appropriateness. The motion passed 6-0 and will be submitted to the City Council for approval. The Commission also referred a Certificate of Appropriateness application for 924 Cass Street for 30 days to allow the applicant one last chance to respond, and discussed future planning for Pearl Street enhancements and the 2022 Most Endangered Properties List.

• Approved amendments to Chapter 20 (historic preservation) to require binding Certificate of Appropriateness for individually designated properties (6-0)
• Referred Certificate of Appropriateness for 924 Cass Street for 30 days to allow applicant response (6-0)
• Approved minutes of September 23, 2021 meeting (5-0)
• Moved November 2021 meeting to November 18th
• Agreed to hold December 23rd meeting at regular date, pending Doodle Poll confirmation

Committee for Citizens with Disabilities

The committee will discuss local transportation issues and new adaptive technology for buses. The agenda also includes updates on intersection signage and board web accessibility.

• Disabled transportation issues with local companies
• ADA Technician Training Updates
• Report and Q&A session regarding new adaptive bus technology
• Signage update for West George and George St. intersection
• Update on accessible web link for the board

The Committee for Citizens with Disabilities approved the September meeting minutes and formed a sub-committee to draft a vision, mission, and function statement for review at the next meeting. Updates were provided on disabled transportation issues, ADA technician training, new bus adaptive technology, and street signage at West George and George St. intersection, with additional signage to be installed later this year. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved September meeting minutes (voice vote)
• Formed sub-committee to draft vision, mission, and function statement (voice vote)

City of La Crosse Diversity Equity Inclusion Team

The City of La Crosse Racial Equity Team is meeting to discuss its advisory role with the Human Rights Commission. The team will also discuss developing a City Equity Action Plan.

• Discussion of advisory role with the Human Rights Commission (21-1538)
• Developing City Equity Action Plan (21-1539)
• Other discussion and updates (21-1542)

The meeting was largely procedural and discussion-focused. The team discussed its advisory role with the Human Rights Commission, with plans to make it an action item next agenda. They also discussed developing a City Equity Action Plan, including an equity audit of ordinances. No formal decisions were made.

• Approved minutes of previous meeting (motion by Gwen, seconded by Dawn)
• Discussed advisory role with Human Rights Commission; to be action item next agenda
• Discussed developing City Equity Action Plan, including equity audit of ordinances
• Discussed GARE toolkit and potential team member to join Judiciary and Administration Committee on Nov 2

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will review project reports for the La Crosse Center and Wastewater Treatment Facility. The board will also consider street privilege permit requests from MD Masonry and City Brewery.

• Kraus Anderson September 2021 Summary Project Report for the La Crosse Center
• Extension request for a Temporary Street Privilege Permit at Leithold music
• Construction Contract Change Orders for Wastewater Treatment Facility Upgrades
• Progress report on the WWTP Improvement Construction Project
• City Brewery Street Privilege Permit Request for 1100 3rd Street South

The Board of Public Works approved several routine items: minutes from October 18, a temporary street privilege permit extension for MD Masonry, construction contract change orders, and a street privilege permit for City Brewery. No action was taken on the Kraus Anderson project report or the WWTP improvement progress report. The meeting was procedural with no substantive policy changes.

• Approved minutes of October 18, 2021 (voice vote)
• Approved MD Masonry temporary street privilege permit extension to end of November (voice vote)
• Approved construction contract change orders (voice vote)
• Approved City Brewery street privilege permit for parking lot encroachment on alley at 1100 3rd Street South (voice vote)

Commercial/Multi-Family Design Review Committee

The committee will review development plans for a commercial project at 141 7th Street S. It will also review plans for a 4-unit building located at 3805 Sunnyside Drive W.

• Review of CCF Bank commercial development plans at 141 7th Street S.
• Review of plans for a 4-unit building at 3805 Sunnyside Drive W in the Waterview Subdivision

Board of Park Commissioners

The La Crosse Board of Park Commissioners will consider several requests regarding park land use and maintenance. These include a recreation center concept at Veterans Freedom Park and a DNR grant application for parking lot improvements. The board will also review boulevard landscaping plans and various lease agreements.

• Recreation center concept at Veterans Freedom Park submitted by La Crosse Curling Club
• DNR grant application for parking lot improvements at boat landings
• Xcel Energy easement request near Hillview and La Crosse Street
• Lease agreement with Hatchery, LLC for 520 Veterans Memorial Drive East
• 'Little Free Library' installation at Clayton Johnson Park

The Board of Park Commissioners approved all 10 agenda items, including a Little Free Library at Clayton Johnson Park, a boulevard landscaping plan, an Xcel Energy easement, a DNR grant application for boat landing parking lots, the Veterans Freedom Park Recreation Center concept, Pettibone Boat Club agreements, Pettibone Resort rules with a $30 mowing fee amendment, a UW-La Crosse parking MOU, and a lease with Hatchery, LLC amended to protect the International Friendship Gardens. All votes were unanimous or voice votes, with one abstention on two Pettibone items.

• Approved Little Free Library at Clayton Johnson Park (voice vote)
• Approved boulevard landscaping plan for 333 Vine Street (voice vote)
• Approved boulevard modifications for 2107 and 2109 Farnam Street (voice vote)
• Approved Xcel Energy easement at Hillview and La Crosse Street (voice vote)
• Approved DNR grant application for boat landing parking lots (voice vote)
• Approved Veterans Freedom Park Recreation Center concept (voice vote)
• Approved Pettibone Boat Club 2022 agreements (5-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved Pettibone Resort rules with $30 mowing fee amendment (5-0, 1 abstention)

Climate Action Plan Steering Committee

The committee will review updates on the Climate Action Plan preparation and process. Discussion includes energy outreach activities and resolutions regarding the Cities with Nature initiative and the Wisconsin Local Government Climate Coalition.

• Update on Climate Action Plan preparation (21-1518)
• Discussion of Partners in Energy outreach and education (21-1527)
• Resolution for the Cities with Nature initiative (21-1414)
• Resolution to join the Wisconsin Local Government Climate Coalition (21-1423)

The Climate Action Plan Steering Committee recommended two resolutions to the Common Council: one supporting participation in the Cities with Nature initiative and another supporting joining the Wisconsin Local Government Climate Coalition. Both motions passed by voice vote. The committee also discussed outreach plans for the Climate Action Plan, including promoting free business energy assessments and connecting residents with energy assistance programs.

• Recommended resolution supporting Cities with Nature initiative to Common Council (voice vote)
• Recommended resolution supporting Wisconsin Local Government Climate Coalition to Common Council (voice vote)
• Approved minutes of previous meeting (voice vote)

Employee Benefit Trust Fund Committee

The committee will review results from a health insurance administration RFP and staff proposals for insurance consultants. The agenda also includes proposals for public safety physicals and a wellness program app.

• Review of USI Insurance Services' results on the Health Insurance administration RFP
• Proposal to fund annual physicals for police and firefighters by Life Extension Clinics, Inc.
• Proposal to fund the Motion Connected app for the La Crosse 1856 wellness program

The Employee Benefit Trust Fund Committee approved staff recommendations to accept USI's advice to switch to PBA as the city's Third Party Administrator for health claims, renew Serve You as the pharmacy benefit manager, and raise the stop-loss deductible to $125,000. The committee also referred two proposals for 30 days: funding annual public safety physicals by Life Scan Wellness Centers and funding the Motion Connected app for the wellness program. Minutes from the 11/19/2020 meeting were approved.

• Approved staff recommendations to switch to PBA as TPA, renew Serve You as PBM, and raise stop-loss deductible to $125,000 (4-0)
• Referred proposal to fund public safety physicals by Life Scan Wellness Centers for 30 days (4-0)
• Referred proposal to fund Motion Connected app for wellness program for 30 days (4-0)
• Approved minutes from 11/19/2020 meeting (4-0)

La Crosse Historic and Cultural Museum Planning Task Force - ABOLISHED 11.11.2021

The task force will review a professional services agreement with FEH Associates, Inc. for museum planning. The agenda also includes a resolution to abolish the task force following its final report.

• Approval of Professional Services Agreement 21-1516 with FEH Associates, Inc. for museum planning
• Resolution 21-1515 to abolish the La Crosse Historic and Cultural Museum Planning Task Force
• Review of the La Crosse Museum Study Final Report

Police and Fire Commission

The commission is reviewing personnel reports from September 2021. The agenda includes the appointment of Alexander Scray as a probationary police officer and Kale Pike as a probationary firefighter.

• Appointment of Alexander Scray to the position of probationary Police Officer
• Appointment of Kale Pike to the position of probationary Firefighter
• Approval of minutes from the September 13, 2021 meeting

The La Crosse Police and Fire Commission approved the appointment of Alexander Scray as a probationary Police Officer and Kale Pike as a probationary Firefighter, both unanimously. The commission also accepted and filed the September 2021 personnel reports from both departments. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved appointment of Alexander Scray as probationary Police Officer (unanimous)
• Approved appointment of Kale Pike as probationary Firefighter (unanimous)
• Accepted and filed September 2021 Police Personnel Report (unanimous)
• Accepted and filed September 2021 Fire Personnel Report (unanimous)

La Crosse Center Board

The board will review convention updates, website analytics, and financial reports. Action items include selecting digital photographs for hallway artwork and approving September 2021 liquor invoices. The Director's report will also cover staffing levels and the Shuttered Venue Grant.

• Selection of digital wall photographs for hallway artwork
• Approval of September 2021 liquor invoices
• Convention update
• Review of website and Facebook analytics
• Director's report on staffing levels and Shuttered Venue Grant

The board approved the fifth artwork option for hallway displays, featuring a biking trail bridge, golfer, fireworks, eagle, and winter bluff scene, with no artist rights costs. They also approved the August 2021 minutes, September 2021 liquor invoices, and directed corrections to the financial report, with an explanation requested from the city finance department on an ATM transfer. Construction updates indicate the new facility is nearing completion with a December 1 key turnover planned.

• Approved August 23, 2021 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved hallway artwork option 5 (unanimous)
• Approved September 2021 liquor invoices (unanimous)
• Directed financial report corrections and requested ATM transfer explanation from city finance

Executive Committee

The La Crosse Executive Committee is scheduled to review, discuss, and potentially act on proposed staffing changes recommended by Mayor Reynolds. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes.

• Proposed staffing changes (21-1500)

The Executive Committee unanimously approved Mayor Reynolds' proposed staffing changes, which separate Finance from Human Resources and approve changes to the Engineering and Public Works organization. The minutes also include approval of previous meeting minutes and adjournment, with no other substantive decisions.

• Approved separation of Finance from Human Resources (unanimous)
• Approved changes to Engineering and Public Works organization (unanimous)
• Approved previous meeting minutes (unanimous)

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will consider establishing new ADA and no-parking zones in La Crosse. The meeting includes reviews of construction contract change orders and real estate acquisition payments for USH 14. The board will also discuss updates regarding lead contamination in the La Crosse River Marsh.

• Establishing an ADA parking zone on the 500 block of 16th Street South
• Construction contract change orders for ballroom mounts and tennis court lighting
• Establishing a no-parking zone on the 700 block of La Crosse Street
• Payments for real estate acquisitions for USH 14 (Green Bay St to Ward Ave)
• Update on La Crosse River Marsh lead contamination

The Board of Public Works approved four routine items: an ADA reserved parking zone on 16th Street South, construction contract change orders, a no-parking zone on La Crosse Street, and a payment list for real estate acquisitions for USH 14. The board then convened in closed session to discuss negotiation strategies for the La Crosse River Marsh lead contamination. All votes were unanimous by voice vote except the closed session, which was unanimous by roll call.

• Approved ADA reserved parking zone on 500 block of 16th Street South (voice vote)
• Approved construction contract change orders (voice vote)
• Approved no-parking zone on 700 block of La Crosse Street (voice vote)
• Approved payment list for real estate acquisitions for USH 14 (voice vote)
• Convened in closed session for negotiation strategies on lead contamination (unanimous roll call)

Common Council

The Council will consider the sale of approximately $12.78 million in bonds and $7.71 million in notes. The agenda also includes a contract award for the Hagar Street Extension Project and several zoning changes.

• Contract award to Gerke Excavating, Inc. for Hagar Street Extension Project ($424,090.26)
• Sale of approximately $12,780,000 in General Obligation Corporate Purpose Bonds
• Sale of approximately $7,715,000 in General Obligation Corporate Purpose Notes
• Rezoning 520 Veterans Memorial Dr. E from Public/Semi Public to Commercial District
• Rejection of bid for the Well Fiber Interconnection Project due to being over budget

The Common Council approved several major items, including the sale of $12.78 million in general obligation bonds and $7.715 million in notes, a memorandum of understanding with the La Crosse Community Foundation for ARPA fund disbursement, and a resolution welcoming Afghan refugees. It also awarded a $424,090.26 contract to Gerke Excavating for the Hagar Street Extension Project, rejected a bid for the Well Fiber Interconnection Project, and referred two items related to a proposed four-story building at 2575 7th St. S. for 30 days. The council also adopted a consent agenda with numerous routine items, including a new ward boundary plan and a Safe Routes to School Plan.

• Adopted resolution for $12.78M GO bonds Series 2021-A (13-0)
• Adopted resolution for $7.715M GO notes Series 2021-B (13-0)
• Approved ARPA MOU with La Crosse Community Foundation (13-0)
• Adopted resolution welcoming Afghan refugees (13-0)
• Awarded $424,090.26 contract to Gerke Excavating for Hagar Street Extension (13-0)
• Rejected bid for Well Fiber Interconnection Project (13-0)
• Referred 2575 7th St. S. rezoning and design exception for 30 days (9-4, 11-2)
• Adopted consent agenda including ward boundary plan and Safe Routes to School Plan (unanimous)

Common Council

The Common Council will hold an informational session regarding work done with Xcel Energy through the Partners in Energy program. This session covers the 21-1421 La Crosse Energy Action Report.

• Partners in Energy program report
• 21-1421 La Crosse Energy Action Report

Housing Authority of the City of La Crosse

The Housing Authority will review the PHA 2022 Annual Plan and the 5-Year Capital Fund Program Plan. The meeting also includes a discussion regarding 2022 benefits and salaries. Reports from the Executive Director on administrative, resident services, occupancy, and maintenance departments will be presented.

• Review of PHA 2022 Annual Plan and 5-Year Capital Fund Program Plan
• Discussion and review of 2022 benefits and salaries

The Housing Authority approved a 3.22% average salary increase for 2022 and required employees to pay 15% of health insurance premiums. It also approved the PHA 2022 Annual Plan and 5-Year Capital Fund Program 2022-2026 after a public hearing with no comments. Meeting minutes and bills were approved as presented.

• Approved September 8, 2021 meeting minutes (2-0)
• Approved bills totaling $459,505.17 (2-0)
• Approved employees paying 15% of health insurance premiums in 2022 (2-0)
• Approved average employee salary increase of 3.22% for 2022 (2-0)
• Approved PHA 2022 Annual Plan and 5-Year Capital Fund Program 2022-2026 (2-0)

Board of Estimates

The Board of Estimates will discuss, review, and potentially finalize the recommended 2022 operating budget. This item is scheduled for consideration if needed during the meeting.

• Review of 2022 Operating Budget (Item 21-0946)

Bicycle-Pedestrian Advisory Committee

The Bicycle-Pedestrian Advisory Committee will discuss updates on the King St Greenway Extension and review proposed Pearl Street enhancement concepts from ISG Engineering. The committee will also address a community request to review the 14th St. and Green Bay St. intersection.

• Update on King St Greenway Extension (21-1334)
• Review of 14th St. and Green Bay St. intersection concerns (21-1430)
• Proposed Pearl Street enhancement concepts from ISG Engineering (21-1427)
• UW-L marketing student project for alternative transportation promotion (21-1335)
• Announcement of Market Street public meeting on October 26th (21-1428)

The Bicycle-Pedestrian Advisory Committee met and approved the previous meeting's minutes. Staff provided updates on the King St Greenway Extension, a UW-La Crosse marketing project, the 14th St and Green Bay St intersection, Pearl Street enhancement concepts, and an upcoming Market Street public meeting. No substantive decisions were made; all items were informational or for future discussion.

• Approved previous meeting minutes (voice vote)

Library Board

The La Crosse Library Board will meet to consider several policy approvals from the Committee of the Whole report. These include updates on holds pick up, check out limits, and a system resource library contract. The meeting also includes a presentation on programming and outreach.

• Approval of holds pick up policy
• Approval of check out limit
• Approval of shelving option
• Approval of System Resource Library contract
• 2022 operating budget process update

The La Crosse Library Board approved the September 2021 minutes, bills, and financial reports, along with updated Holds Pick Up and Check Out Limit policies. It also approved mobile shelving and flooring funded by Capital Budget and 2020 Carryover, and the 2022 System Resource Library Contract. No substantive decisions were made beyond these approvals.

• Approved minutes of September 14, 2021 (motion carried)
• Approved Committee of the Whole minutes of October 5, 2021 (motion carried)
• Approved bills and financial reports for September 2021 (motion carried)
• Approved updated Holds Pick Up Policy (motion carried)
• Approved updated Check Out Limit Policy (motion carried)
• Approved mobile shelving and flooring with Capital Budget and 2020 Carryover funds (motion carried)
• Approved 2022 System Resource Library Contract (motion carried)

Board of Public Works

The Board is reviewing permit requests for communications in city rights-of-way and a noise exemption for a sewer lining project. Members will also consider adopting the Safe Routes to School Plan 2020 and appropriating utility funds for design services.

• Public hearing for Visu-Sewer, Inc. construction noise exemption near Copeland Park Drive
• Resolution adopting the City of La Crosse Safe Routes to School Plan 2020
• Appropriation of Utility Reserve Funds for design services on La Crosse Street and Oakland Street
• Permit requests for communications in city rights-of-way at Old Town Hall Road and Sunnyside Drive
• Construction contract change order for Eagle Viewing

The Board of Public Works approved all agenda items by voice vote, including a construction noise exemption for Visu-Sewer, three communications right-of-way permits, a marked parking stall, and a construction change order. It also received the Police Parking Utility 3rd Quarter Report and recommended two resolutions to the Common Council: the Safe Routes to School Plan 2020 and additional utility reserve funds for design services on La Crosse Street.

• Approved construction contract change order (voice vote)
• Approved Visu-Sewer noise exemption for sewer lining project (voice vote)
• Approved charter request for communications in right of way on Old Town Hall Road (voice vote)
• Approved charter permit for communications in right of way on Sunnyside Drive (voice vote)
• Approved charter permit for communications in right of way on 100 block of 6th Street South (voice vote)
• Approved marked stall in City Hall Parking Lot for IT Department (voice vote)
• Received and filed Police Parking Utility 3rd Quarter Report (voice vote)
• Recommended Safe Routes to School Plan 2020 to Common Council (voice vote)

Board of Estimates

The Board of Estimates met for the discussion, review, and finalization of the recommended 2022 operating budget. This was presented as agenda item 21-0946.

• Review and finalization of the 2022 recommended operating budget

The Board of Estimates unanimously approved the 2022 operating budget as presented and will forward to the Council an option that uses the ERP opt-out scenario. The meeting was procedural and focused on finalizing the budget recommendation.

• Approved 2022 operating budget as presented (unanimous)
• Approved motion to bring ERP opt-out scenario option to Council (unanimous)

Commercial/Multi-Family Design Review Committee

The committee is reviewing plans for a multi-family development located at 624 Jackson Street. This review includes stormwater management permits, maintenance agreements, and site/foundation plans.

• Review of plans for 624 Jackson Street
• Stormwater Management Permit Application
• Maintenance Agreement review
• Site/Foundation Plan review
• Grading/Erosion Control Plan review

Finance & Personnel Committee

The Finance & Personnel Committee will review resolutions regarding city infrastructure, department plans, and fee schedules. Items include approving a new Parks, Recreation and Forestry strategic plan and authorizing utility design services. Some items involving bond sales were short-circuited by the Mayor prior to the meeting.

• Appropriating Utility Reserve Funds for La Crosse Street design services
• Approving the 2022–2026 Parks, Recreation and Forestry Strategic Plan
• Authorizing a design contract for Phase II of River Point District
• Amending fee schedules for boat house and alcohol licenses
• Declaring Nakomis Avenue property as surplus

The Finance & Personnel Committee voted unanimously to recommend 20 resolutions to the Common Council for adoption at its October 14, 2021 meeting. These include funding for street design, street vacation, a parks strategic plan, a surplus property declaration, tax roll adjustments, a Safe Routes to School plan, fee schedule changes, a new utility position, a design contract for River Point District, storm sewer design, a state agreement for La Crosse Street reconstruction, airport grants and leases, software purchases, a fire grant, a venue grant, bond and note sales, and an ARPA MOU. One item, the surplus property declaration for Nakomis Avenue, was recommended to be re-referred to November meetings. No action was taken on the collective bargaining update.

• Recommended adoption of resolution appropriating Utility Reserve Funds for La Crosse Street design services (6-0)
• Recommended adoption of resolution vacating Farwell Street (6-0)
• Recommended adoption of Parks, Recreation and Forestry 2022-2026 Strategic Plan (6-0)
• Recommended re-referral of surplus property declaration for Nakomis Avenue parcel to November meetings (6-0)
• Recommended adoption as amended of 2020 assessment and tax roll adjustments (6-0)
• Recommended adoption of Safe Routes to School Plan 2020 (6-0)
• Recommended adoption of resolution authorizing $12,780,000 General Obligation Corporate Purpose Bonds Series 2021-A (6-0)
• Recommended adoption of resolution authorizing $7,715,000 General Obligation Corporate Purpose Notes Series 2021-B (6-0)

Floodplain Advisory Committee

The Floodplain Advisory Committee will receive progress updates on the Flood Hazard Mitigation Plan and the Ebner Coulee Floodplain Study submittal preparation. The committee will also review an update regarding a FEMA response letter.

• Ebner Coulee Floodplain Study Update on Submittal Preparation
• Flood Hazard Mitigation Plan progress update
• FEMA Response Letter Update
• Approval of August 5, 2021 meeting minutes

The committee received updates on the Ebner Coulee Floodplain Study and the Flood Hazard Mitigation Plan, and discussed a FEMA response letter. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was informational, with updates on the Letter of Final Determination being reissued due to a typo and FEMA approving 8 of 10 property removals from the floodplain.

• Approved minutes of previous meeting (5-0, 2 absent)
• Received update on Ebner Coulee Floodplain Study; Letter of Final Determination revoked due to typo, FEMA contractor to fix and reissue
• Discussed potential bulk revision of Elevation Certificates, deferred to later
• Received update on Flood Hazard Mitigation Plan; public input deadline 10/31
• Received FEMA response: 8 of 10 properties approved for removal, 2 need more info
• Deed restriction draft returned to Legal with FEMA's suggested changes, due within 60 days

Judiciary & Administration Committee

The Judiciary & Administration Committee will consider several rezoning ordinances for apartment buildings on King St and Airport Rd. The meeting also includes discussions on boat house licensing and a new ward boundary plan.

• Rezoning 1106-1108 King St for an apartment building
• Rezoning 2967 Airport Rd for apartments
• Establishing an Aldermanic District and Ward Boundary Plan
• Ordinance regarding boat house licensing
• Parking and bike space exceptions at 2575 7th St. S.

The Judiciary & Administration Committee recommended adoption of a rezoning ordinance for 520 Veterans Memorial Dr. E, allowing commercial use, with a 6-1 vote. It also recommended not adopting a rezoning for 1106-1108 King St. and 2967 Airport Rd., and referred two items for 2575 7th St. S. to the Common Council without recommendation. Other items, including boat house licensing, comprehensive planning, a conditional use permit, ward boundaries, Afghan refugee welcome, and licenses, were recommended for adoption.

• Recommended adoption of commercial rezoning at 520 Veterans Memorial Dr. E (6-1)
• Recommended not adopting rezoning for apartment building at 1106-1108 King St. (7-0)
• Recommended not adopting rezoning for apartments at 2967 Airport Rd. (7-0)
• Referred rezoning for four-story building at 2575 7th St. S. to Common Council with no recommendation (5-2)
• Referred parking exception for Bethany Lutheran Homes at 2575 7th St. S. with no recommendation (5-2)
• Recommended adoption of boat house licensing ordinance (7-0)
• Recommended adoption of resolution establishing City Plan Commission as steering committee (7-0)
• Recommended adoption of ward boundary plan as amended (7-0)

Judiciary & Administration Committee

The special meeting of the La Crosse Judiciary & Administration Committee scheduled for October 5, 2021, was cancelled. The agenda included an application by Jonathan P. Huber for a beverage operator's license.

• Cancellation of the October 5, 2021, special meeting
• Beverage Operator's License application (Item 21-1352)

Room Tax Commission

The Commission will elect a Chair and Vice Chair. The meeting includes reviews of room tax distribution reports, statistics from 2019 to 2021, and budget reports for La Crosse Center and Explore La Crosse.

• Election of Chair and Vice Chair
• Room Tax Distribution Report (21-1400)
• Room Tax Statistics 2019 - 2021 year to date (21-1401)
• La Crosse Center Budget Report for 2021 and 2022 (21-1270)
• Explore La Crosse Budget Report for 2021 and 2022 (21-1271)

The Room Tax Commission unanimously approved the 2022 budgets for the La Crosse Center and Explore La Crosse, and accepted and filed various reports including the Room Tax Distribution Report and statistics. The Commission also elected new officers, with Commissioner Weaver as Chair and Commissioner Weber as Vice Chair. All decisions were made unanimously, with one abstention on the approval of the September 3, 2020 minutes.

• Approved 2022 budget for La Crosse Center (unanimous)
• Approved 2022 budget for Explore La Crosse (unanimous)
• Accepted and filed Room Tax Distribution Report (unanimous)
• Accepted and filed Room Tax Statistics 2019-2021 (unanimous)
• Accepted and filed La Crosse Center Budget Report (unanimous)
• Accepted and filed Explore La Crosse Budget Report (unanimous)
• Elected Commissioner Weaver as Chair (unanimous)
• Elected Commissioner Weber as Vice Chair (unanimous)

Library Board

This Committee of the Whole meeting is held in an advisory capacity and will not make formal decisions. The board will review proposed changes to holds pickup policies and item checkout limits. Members will also consider shelving options for the 2021 Main Library Capital Improvement Project.

• Proposed changes to Holds Pickup Policy
• Review of overall and DVD checkout limits
• Shelving options for the 2021 Capital Improvement Project
• 2022 System Resource Library Contract

The Library Board discussed proposed changes to the holds pickup policy and checkout limits, but took no formal votes. They requested more detailed cost information on shelving options for the Main Library capital project and reviewed the annual resource contract with Winding Rivers Library System.

• Reviewed proposed holds pickup policy changes (no vote)
• Reviewed proposed removal of 25-DVD checkout limit (no vote)
• Requested separate updated invoices for static and mobile shelving options
• Requested current balance of Special Trustees fund and 2020 carryover amount
• Requested timeline of flooring stages over last 5-6 years
• Reviewed $22,654 resource contract with Winding Rivers Library System

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will review a resolution to vacate Farwell Street and declare Nakomis Avenue property as surplus. The agenda also includes final construction contract payments and business replacement computations for Causeway Boulevard.

• Resolution approving the vacation of Farwell Street
• Declaring Nakomis Avenue property (#17-10675-165) as surplus
• Final construction contract payments (21-1392)
• Business replacement computation for 108-110 Causeway Blvd
• Review of Bidder's Proofs of Responsibility

The Board of Public Works approved several routine items, including final construction contract payments, a business replacement computation for 108-110 Causeway Blvd., and the vacation of Farwell Street. A resolution declaring Nakomis Avenue property surplus was referred for 30 days to work out easement details. No substantive decisions were made beyond these approvals.

• Approved construction contract final payments (voice vote)
• Approved business replacement computation for 108-110 Causeway Blvd. (voice vote)
• Approved resolution to vacate Farwell Street (voice vote)
• Referred Nakomis Avenue surplus property resolution for 30 days (voice vote)

City Plan Commission

The commission is considering multiple ordinances to change property zoning for residential and commercial developments. This includes rezoning requests for King St, 7th St. S., and Veterans Memorial Dr. E. The agenda also features the adoption of a school safety plan and reviews of airport lease amendments.

• Rezoning 1106-1108 King St to allow an apartment building
• Rezoning 2575 7th St. S. for a four-story building
• Ordinance for commercial use at 520 Veterans Memorial Dr. E.
• Adoption of the Safe Routes to School Plan 2020
• Approval of a cell tower sublease at the Airport

The City Plan Commission recommended adoption of a rezoning ordinance to allow a four-story building at 2575 7th St. S., despite a failed motion to refer it for 30 days. The commission also recommended not adopting a rezoning for apartments at 1106-1108 King St. and approved several other items including a conditional use permit for a beer and liquor license at 422 Main St.

• Recommended adoption of rezoning for 2575 7th St. S. (4-3)
• Recommended not adopting rezoning for 1106-1108 King St. (voice vote)
• Approved exception to parking standards at 2575 7th St. S., denying bike parking exemption (5-2)
• Approved conditional use permit for Events on Main LLC at 422 Main St. (voice vote)
• Adopted resolution approving cell tower sublease by American Tower Corp. (voice vote)
• Recommended adoption of rezoning at 520 Veterans Memorial Dr. E. (6-1)
• Recommended not adopting rezoning at 2967 Airport Rd. (6-1)
• Referred Nakomis Ave surplus property declaration for 30 days (voice vote)

Neighborhood Revitalization Commission

The Neighborhood Revitalization Commission will meet to discuss several neighborhood initiatives. Topics include alternate side parking, a rental registration program, and residential signage. The meeting also includes updates on green space collaboration and city projects.

• Discussion on Alternate Side Parking
• Discussion on Rental Registration/Licensing Program
• Collaboration of Green Spaces Update
• Discussion on 'Leaf It' Campaign
• Discussion on Residential Signage

Arts and Culture Board

The Arts and Culture Board will review art maintenance findings and heron pattern designs for La Crosse Center Art. The board is also considering a $2,000 quote for an H & H study for the Arch of Nature.

• Request to approve a $2,000 quote for an H & H study for the Arch of Nature
• Review of heron pattern designs by Stacia Goodman for La Crosse Center Art
• Review of Art Maintenance Agreement findings

The Arts Board approved a $2,000 quote for an H&H study for the Arch of Nature, with 5 in favor, 1 abstention, and 1 absence. The board also referred an Art Maintenance Agreement findings review back to itself, with a due date of December 3, 2021. No action was taken on the La Crosse Center art heron pattern designs by Stacia Goodman.

• Approved $2,000 H&H study for Arch of Nature (5-0-1, 1 absent)
• Referred Art Maintenance Agreement findings to Arts Board, due 12/3/2021 (voice vote)
• No action taken on heron pattern designs review

Human Rights Commission

The Human Rights Commission will determine whether two fair housing complaints contain sufficient facts to be actionable. The commission may convene in a closed session to deliberate on these decisions. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from September 15, 2021.

• Review of Malcolm Nelson v. Wood fair housing complaint (21-1317)
• Review of Pamela Raisbeck v. WEC Rentals fair housing complaint (21-1316)
• Approval of September 15, 2021 meeting minutes (21-1372)

The Human Rights Commission dismissed two fair housing complaints. The first, Malcolm Nelson v. Wood, was dismissed because the defendant qualified for an exemption under Sec. 22-25 as a shared-living arrangement. The second, Pamela Raisbeck v. WEC Rentals, was dismissed due to lack of attendance by both parties. The commission also approved minutes and made Racial Equity Team updates a standing agenda item.

• Approved minutes from September 15, 2021 (voice vote)
• Dismissed fair housing complaint Nelson v. Wood (voice vote)
• Dismissed fair housing complaint Raisbeck v. WEC Rentals (voice vote)
• Made Racial Equity Team updates a standing agenda item (voice vote)

City of La Crosse Diversity Equity Inclusion Team

The City of La Crosse Racial Equity Team is meeting to discuss item 21-1378 regarding GARE. The agenda also includes a discussion on expanding the membership of the Racial Equity Team.

• Discussion of GARE (item 21-1378)
• Discussion of Racial Equity Team membership expansion (item 21-1379)

The City of La Crosse Racial Equity Team approved its application for membership in the Government Alliance on Race and Equity (GARE). The team also discussed expanding its membership from its current size to 14 members, but no formal action was taken on that item.

• Approved GARE membership application (unanimous)
• Discussed Racial Equity Team membership expansion to 14 members (no action taken)

Board of Public Works

The Board will review a request for 2-hour parking on the 700 block of 22nd St N and a design contract for the Breezy Point Lift Station replacement. The agenda also includes property appraisals and project deadline extensions.

• Amend 700 block of 22nd St N to 2-hour parking, 8 A.M. to 6 P.M., except Sat., Sun., & Hol.
• Award Design Services Contract for Breezy Point Lift Station replacement
• Extend completion deadline for River Point District fill project to October 30, 2021
• Approve appraisal for property at 108-110 Causeway Blvd
• Raze and remove structure at 2015 Mississippi Street

The Board of Public Works approved all seven agenda items, including a design services contract for the Breezy Point Lift Station replacement, a demolition bid for a structure at 2015 Mississippi Street, and several extensions and permits. All motions passed by voice vote with no recorded opposition.

• Approved 2-hour parking on 700 block of 22nd St N
• Approved extension for Gerke Excavating fill project at River Point District to Oct 30, 2021
• Approved design services contract for Breezy Point Lift Station replacement
• Approved appraisal for property at 108-110 Causeway Blvd
• Approved extension of temporary street privilege permit for UW-L utility work on Pine Street
• Approved $20,485 bid from WS Trucking and Construction to raze structure at 2015 Mississippi Street
• Approved payments list for real estate acquisitions for La Crosse Street

City of La Crosse Redistricting Committee

The Redistricting Committee will review and discuss a resolution to establish an aldermanic district and ward boundary plan. This plan is being prepared for recommendation to the Common Council.

• Resolution 21-1301: Aldermanic District and Ward Boundary Plan
• Approval of September 20, 2021 meeting minutes

The City of La Crosse Redistricting Committee unanimously recommended Ward Plan #3 to the Judiciary & Administration Committee for its October 5, 2021 meeting. The committee also approved the minutes from its September 20, 2021 meeting. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Recommended Ward Plan #3 to Judiciary & Administration Committee (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of September 20, 2021 (unanimous)

International Committee

The International Committee will review a sister city agreement with Junglinster and discuss sister city dues. The agenda also includes items regarding the Oktoberfest parade and Global Initiatives Week. Additionally, reports from various schools and international partners are scheduled for announcement.

• Junglinster - Sister City agreement (21-1384)
• Sister City dues (21-1383)
• Oktoberfest parade (21-1385)
• Global Initiatives Week (21-1386)
• School and international partner reports (21-1387)

The International Committee approved Sister City dues and discussed plans for a formal agreement with Junglinster, Luxembourg, to be signed in summer 2022. The committee also discussed the Oktoberfest parade, Global Initiatives Week, and received updates from various sister city and school representatives. No other substantive decisions were made; the approval of minutes was tabled.

• Approved Sister City dues (motion by Giefer/Barmore, carried)
• Tabled approval of previous meeting minutes until next meeting

Common Council

The La Crosse Common Council will hold a workshop regarding procedures for government meetings. The session covers roles and responsibilities, open meetings law, parliamentary procedures, and ethics.

• Workshop on effective meeting procedures
• Review of open meetings law
• Discussion of roles and responsibilities
• Discussion of parliamentary procedures
• Discussion of ethics

Commercial/Multi-Family Design Review Committee

The Committee will review plans for a multi-family development located at 1319-1325 St Andrew Street. The review includes assessments of design standards, stormwater management, and site lighting.

• Review of plans for Multi-Family Development at 1319-1325 St Andrew Street (Item 21-1369)

Redevelopment Authority

The Redevelopment Authority will consider a request to launch fireworks at the River Point District during Oktoberfest. The agenda also includes updates on property acquisition and security for the River Point District. Additionally, the board will review a service agreement with Tracy Cross & Associates, Inc.

• Fireworks launch request from La Crosse Skyrockers
• Service Agreement with Tracy Cross & Associates, Inc.
• Update on River Point District fill project and security
• Monthly deliverables for WiRED Riverside North, LLC
• Property acquisition update for River Point District

The Redevelopment Authority approved a request from La Crosse Skyrockers to launch fireworks from a path at River Point District for Oktoberfest, contingent on City Attorney review of insurance documents. A service agreement with Tracy Cross & Associates, Inc. was denied. The board also convened in closed session to discuss property acquisition and WiRED deliverables, then adjourned.

• Approved fireworks launch request from La Crosse Skyrockers for Oktoberfest (voice vote)
• Denied service agreement with Tracy Cross & Associates, Inc. (voice vote)
• Approved minutes of previous meeting (voice vote)
• Convened in closed session for property acquisition and WiRED deliverables discussion

Heritage Preservation Commission

The Heritage Preservation Commission will review certificates of appropriateness for properties at 421 Jay Street and 924 Cass Street. The meeting also includes approval of August 26 meeting minutes and an update on intern projects.

• Review of Certificate of Appropriateness for 421 Jay Street
• Review of Certificate of Appropriateness for 924 Cass Street
• Update on Heritage Preservation Intern Projects

The Heritage Preservation Commission approved a Certificate of Appropriateness for a new four-story building at 421 Jay Street in the Downtown Commercial Historic District, with conditions on the cornice, exterior materials, rooftop mechanicals, and a window on the alley facade. The commission also referred a Certificate of Appropriateness for 924 Cass Street to the October meeting because the applicant had not responded. Minutes from August 26, 2021, were approved.

• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for 421 Jay Street with conditions (5-0)
• Referred Certificate of Appropriateness for 924 Cass Street to October meeting (5-0)
• Approved August 26, 2021 meeting minutes (5-0)

Committee for Citizens with Disabilities

The Committee for Citizens with Disabilities will discuss transportation issues involving local companies and ADA coordinator laws. The agenda also includes a sidewalk update and a DOT report on George and North George Street intersections.

• Disabled transportation issues with local companies
• ADA Coordinator jobs and laws
• Sidewalk and ADA Technician monthly update
• Grievance procedure review
• DOT update for George/North George St. intersections

The Committee for Citizens with Disabilities approved a motion to request an ADA Coordinator for the city. The committee also discussed disabled transportation issues, a grievance procedure, and a DOT update on George/North George St. intersections, where the DOT recommended signage and crosswalk markings that the city will implement.

• Approved request for an ADA Coordinator (voice vote)
• Approved previous meeting minutes (voice vote)
• Discussed disabled transportation issues with local transportation companies
• Reviewed grievance procedure from ADA settlements
• DOT recommended signage and crosswalk markings for George/North George St. intersections; city to implement

Common Council

The Common Council and City Plan Commission are holding a joint workshop. The meeting is dedicated to Comprehensive Plan visioning.

• Joint Comprehensive Plan Visioning Workshop

City Plan Commission

The City Plan Commission and Common Council are holding a joint workshop. The session is dedicated to visioning for the City's Comprehensive Plan.

• Comprehensive Plan visioning workshop

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works is reviewing construction contract change orders and payment lists for real estate acquisitions on La Crosse Street and USH 14. The agenda also includes a WisDOT detour request for the STH 16 reconstruction project and a request for temporary speed bumps.

• Construction contract change orders for trash chute enclosure, window testing, and window sills
• WisDOT detour request using Main Street, Losey Boulevard, and Gillette Street for STH 16 reconstruction
• Payment approvals for real estate acquisitions on La Crosse Street
• Payment approvals for real estate acquisitions from USH 14-Green Bay St to Ward Ave
• Request for temporary speed bumps on 8th, 9th, 10th, and 11th Streets (200 South blocks)

The Board of Public Works approved four routine items: construction contract change orders, a WisDOT detour request for Main Street, Losey Boulevard, and Gillette Street, and two payment lists for real estate acquisitions related to La Crosse Street and USH 14-Green Bay St to Ward Ave. A request to install temporary speed bumps on 8th, 9th, 10th, and 11th Streets was removed from the table, then amended to limit the bumps to 8th and 10th Streets only. The amended motion failed on a 2-3 vote, with Reynolds, Trane, and Schwarz voting no.

• Approved construction contract change orders (voice vote)
• Approved WisDOT detour request for Main Street, Losey Boulevard, and Gillette Street (voice vote)
• Approved payment list for real estate acquisitions for La Crosse Street (voice vote)
• Approved payment list for real estate acquisitions for USH 14-Green Bay St to Ward Ave (voice vote)
• Removed speed bump request from table (voice vote)
• Amended speed bump request to limit to 8th & 10th Streets (4-1, Schwarz no)
• Denied amended speed bump request (2-3, Reynolds, Trane, Schwarz no)

City of La Crosse Redistricting Committee

The committee will review the adopted 2021 Tentative County Supervisory District Plan. Members will also discuss the creation of a 2021 Aldermanic District and Ward Boundary Plan.

• Review of 2021 Tentative County Supervisory District Plan
• Discussion regarding the creation of a 2021 Aldermanic District and Ward Boundary Plan
• Approval of August 23, 2021 meeting minutes

The committee approved the minutes from the August 23, 2021 meeting by voice vote. Members reviewed the adopted 2021 Tentative County Supervisory District Plan and discussed the creation of a 2021 Aldermanic District and Ward Boundary Plan, but took no action on either item. The meeting adjourned at 5:16 p.m.

• Approved minutes of August 23, 2021 meeting (voice vote, Sleznikow absent)
• Reviewed adopted 2021 Tentative County Supervisory District Plan (discussion only, no action)
• Discussed creation of 2021 Aldermanic District and Ward Boundary Plan (discussion only, no action)
• Adjourned at 5:16 p.m. (voice vote)

Aviation Board

The board will consider resolutions to accept Federal ARPA funds and approve a cell tower sublease. Other items include lease amendments for Colgan Air Services and an extension of a monitoring agreement. The board may also discuss airline operating agreements in closed session.

• Resolution to accept Federal ARPA funds for La Crosse Regional Airport
• Approval of methodology for Coronavirus Response Grant concessionaire allocation
• Third amendment to the lease and operating agreement with TDM, INC.
• Extension of remote monitoring agreement with SP Plus
• Sublease request by American Tower Corporation for a cell tower

The La Crosse Aviation Board approved all seven agenda items, including a resolution to accept federal funds under the American Rescue Plan Act, a methodology for allocating the Airport Coronavirus Response Grant, a third amendment to the Fixed Base Operator's lease with TDM Inc., an extension to the SP Plus remote monitoring agreement, a declaration of no surplus property, and a sublease request by American Tower Corporation. All votes were 6-0 with one excused absence. The board also approved the August 16, 2021 minutes and introduced new staff member J.D. Roberts.

• Approved August 16, 2021 meeting minutes (voice vote)
• Approved resolution accepting ARPA federal funds (6-0)
• Approved ACRG concessionaire allocation methodology (6-0)
• Approved third amendment to TDM/Colgan Air Services lease (6-0)
• Approved extension to SP Plus remote monitoring agreement (6-0)
• Declared no surplus property at the airport (6-0)
• Approved American Tower Corporation cell tower sublease (6-0)

Commercial/Multi-Family Design Review Committee

The committee will review preliminary plans and a report for the development at 1400 La Crosse Street, identified as Fire Station #2. The meeting is being conducted virtually via video conferencing.

• Review of plans for the development located at 1400 La Crosse Street (Fire Station #2)

Board of Park Commissioners

The Board of Park Commissioners will review requests for new fee schedules for city parks and marina services. The agenda also includes updates on the Fish Hatchery Building project and the Nii Hosto Art Park Plan. Additionally, the board will consider committee appointments for the City Hall Green Space Task Force.

• Approval of revised Fee Structure Schedule for City Parks facilities effective November 1, 2021
• 2022 season fee changes for Veterans Point Marina and Municipal Harbor
• Approval of the Nii Hosto Art Park Plan
• Status update on the Fish Hatchery Building project
• Lease agreement renewal between the City and WisCorps

The Board of Park Commissioners denied the proposed Nii Hosto Art Park Plan and the selection of its sub-committee members. They approved the City Hall Green Space Task Force Committee members, a revised fee structure for parks facilities effective November 1, 2021, a lease renewal with WisCorps, and 2022 fee changes at Veterans Point Marina and Municipal Harbor with a 15% resident discount. The board also received and filed the 2021 Aquatics Season review and directed staff to explore a green space equivalency policy.

• Denied Nii Hosto Art Park Plan (voice vote)
• Denied Nii Hosto project sub-committee members (voice vote)
• Approved City Hall Green Space Task Force Committee members (voice vote)
• Received and filed 2021 Aquatics Season review (voice vote)
• Approved revised parks facility fee schedule effective Nov 1, 2021 (voice vote)
• Approved WisCorps lease agreement renewal (voice vote)
• Directed staff to explore green space equivalency policy (voice vote)
• Approved 2022 marina and harbor fee changes with 15% resident discount (voice vote)

Human Rights Commission

The commission will determine if three fair housing complaints contain enough facts to be actionable. Deliberations on these cases may occur in a closed session. An update on the Racial Equity Team is also scheduled.

• Fair housing complaint: Pamela Raisbeck v. WEC Rentals
• Fair housing complaint: Malcolm Nelson v. Wood
• Fair housing complaint: Hatlestad v. City of La Crosse
• Update on Racial Equity Team

The La Crosse Human Rights Commission met virtually on September 15, 2021, and approved the minutes from the August 11 meeting. The commission referred two fair housing complaints—Pamela Raisbeck v. WEC Rentals and Malcolm Nelson v. Wood—to the next meeting, as neither complainant nor respondent attended. A third complaint, Hatlestad v. City of La Crosse, was not acted on because city code requires such complaints to be referred. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved minutes from August 11, 2021 (unanimous)
• Referred fair housing complaint Raisbeck v. WEC Rentals to next meeting (unanimous)
• Referred fair housing complaint Nelson v. Wood to next meeting (unanimous)
• Took no action on Hatlestad v. City of La Crosse, per municipal code referral requirement

Community Development Committee - Abolished 2.9.2023

The committee is reviewing contract extensions for Habitat for Humanity at Hood Street and Avon Street. Members will also consider an offer to purchase 1716 Avon Street and a budget amendment for Couleecap 2021. Additionally, policy changes for the Affordable Housing Revolving Loan Fund are on the agenda.

• Contract extension: Habitat for Humanity (Hood Street)
• Contract extension: Habitat for Humanity (Avon Street)
• Offer to purchase 1716 Avon Street
• Budget amendment: Couleecap 2021
• Policy amendments: Affordable Housing Revolving Loan Fund

The Community Development Committee unanimously approved two contract extensions for Habitat for Humanity (Hood Street and Avon Street), an offer to purchase 1716 Avon Street, a contractual budget amendment for Couleecap, policy amendments to the Affordable Housing Revolving Loan Fund, and contract amendments policy considerations. All votes were unanimous voice votes.

• Approved minutes from August 10, 2021
• Approved Sub-Recipient Agreement Contract Extension for Habitat for Humanity - Hood Street
• Approved Sub-Recipient Agreement Contract Extension for Habitat for Humanity - Avon Street
• Approved Offer to Purchase 1716 Avon Street per staff recommendation
• Approved Contractual Budget Amendment for Couleecap 2021 per staff recommendation
• Approved Policy Amendments to the Affordable Housing Revolving Loan Fund per staff recommendation
• Approved Contract Amendments Policy Considerations

Library Board

The board will approve minutes from the August 10, 2021 meeting and review August financial reports. Anita Doering will provide a department presentation on Archives. The Director's report includes updates on IT projects, fundraising, and the 2022 operating budget process.

• Introduction of new board member Bryan Morris
• Archives department presentation by Anita Doering
• Review of August 2021 bills and financial reports
• Updates on the 2022 operating budget process
• Discussion of potential mobile library possibilities

The Library Board approved the August 10, 2021 meeting minutes and the bills and financial reports for August 2021. The board heard a presentation on the Archives department and received the Director's Report, which included updates on new hires, service guidelines, programming, and the 2022 budget process. No old business or public comment was presented, and the board set February 26, 2022 as the date for its retreat.

• Approved the minutes of the August 10, 2021 regular board meeting.
• Approved the bills and financial reports for August 2021.
• Set February 26, 2022 as the date for the Board retreat.

Bicycle-Pedestrian Advisory Committee

The committee will review accommodations for pedestrians and cyclists in the WIS Hwy 35 roundabout project. Members will also consider recommendations for bike lane types on Market Street. The agenda includes an update on the King St Greenway Extension and a UW-L student project.

• Review of pedestrian and bicycle accommodations for the WIS Hwy 35 roundabout project
• Recommendation request for protected or standard bike lanes on Market Street
• Update on the King St Greenway Extension
• UW-L marketing student project regarding alternative transportation promotion

The Bicycle-Pedestrian Advisory Committee voted to direct staff to include a physically separated, protected bike lane as an option for Market Street at the upcoming Public Involvement Meeting, and designated it as the committee's preferred option. The committee also approved the previous meeting minutes and discussed the WIS 35 roundabout project, including potential additions of pedestrian-activated flashing beacons. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved previous meeting minutes (voice vote)
• Directed staff to include a protected bike lane as an option for Market St. at the PIM (voice vote)
• Declared protected bike lane as BPAC's preferred option for Market St. (voice vote)

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will review a request to extend the closure of 6th Street through mid-November. The agenda also includes construction contract change orders and an update on the La Crosse Center Project.

• Extension of street closure for 6th Street from Main Street to King Street
• Construction contract change orders (21-1318)
• Public right-of-way policy for Oktoberfest parades
• Kraus Anderson construction update for the La Crosse Center Project

The Board of Public Works approved a second extension for Building Restoration Corporation's temporary street privilege permit to keep 6th Street closed from Main to King Street through mid-November, contingent on securing the site, removing traffic control during Oktoberfest, hiring security, and fixing damages before winter. The board also approved construction contract change orders and a public right-of-way policy for Oktoberfest parades. A construction update on the La Crosse Center project was discussed but no action was taken.

• Approved construction contract change orders (voice vote)
• Approved 6th Street closure extension with conditions (voice vote)
• Approved public right-of-way policy for Oktoberfest parades (voice vote)
• Discussed Kraus Anderson construction update, no action

Police and Fire Commission

The Commission will review fire personnel reports for July and August 2021, including promotions to Engineer and regular status appointments. The meeting also includes scheduling interviews for Police Lieutenants.

• Promotion of Erin Statz and Cole Wiggert to Engineer
• Appointment of Steven Kramer, Jay Lindahl, and Steven McCluskey to regular status
• Scheduling of Police Lieutenant interviews

The Commission unanimously approved the July and August 2021 Fire and Police Personnel Reports, and promoted Firefighters Erin Statz and Cole Wiggert to Engineer. It also approved regular status for Lieutenant Steven Kramer, Lieutenant Jay Lindahl, and Engineer Steven McCluskey. Police lieutenant interviews were scheduled for October 20, 2021, and the Commission set a new regular meeting time for the third Wednesday of the month at 10:00 a.m. starting October 20.

• Approved July 8 and July 26, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Accepted and filed July-August 2021 Fire Personnel Report (unanimous)
• Promoted Firefighters Erin Statz and Cole Wiggert to Engineer (unanimous)
• Granted regular status to Lieutenant Steven Kramer, Lieutenant Jay Lindahl, and Engineer Steven McCluskey (unanimous)
• Accepted and filed July-August 2021 Police Personnel Report (unanimous)
• Scheduled police lieutenant interviews for October 20, 2021 at 10:30 or 10:45 a.m.
• Set new meeting time for 3rd Wednesday of month at 10:00 a.m. starting October 20, 2021

Arts and Culture Board

The Arts Board will discuss its authority relative to other city departments and a new board logo. The agenda includes funding requests for the Arch of Nature site analysis and $2,500 for a downtown Living Arts display. Additionally, members will discuss ARPA funding for various projects.

• Request to approve funding for site analysis for the Arch of Nature
• Request to approve new Arts Board branding/logo
• Discussion of ARPA funding for Arts Board projects
• Request of $2,500 for DMI for the Living Arts display in downtown La Crosse

The Arts Board approved a request to obtain a quote for a site analysis for the Arch of Nature, with a 6-1 vote (Williams abstaining). The board also approved new Arts Board branding/logo and a $2,500 request for DMI for the Living Arts display in downtown La Crosse. Minutes from the August meeting were approved. Discussions on the board's authority, a new round of 'The Moment', and ARPA funding took no action.

• Approved minutes from the August meeting by voice vote
• Approved as amended a request to obtain a quote for site analysis for the Arch of Nature (6 yes, 1 abstain)
• Approved new Arts Board branding/logo by voice vote
• Approved $2,500 for DMI for the Living Arts display in downtown La Crosse by voice vote
• Discussed board authority in relation to other city departments' projects — no action taken
• Discussed new round of 'The Moment' — no action taken
• Discussed ARPA funding for Arts Board projects — no action taken

Common Council

The Common Council will review the 2022-2026 Capital Improvement Program Budget and various bond authorizations for city infrastructure. The agenda also includes decisions on fire department staffing and several property use permits.

• Authorization of approximately $16,400,000 in bonds and $4,450,000 in promissory notes
• Approval of the 2022-2026 Capital Improvement Program Budget
• Creation of a new Battalion Chief position for the Fire Department
• Conditional Use Permit for green space at 318 7th St S
• Ordinance to allow residential use on the first floor at 420 5th Avenue S

Board of Estimates

The Board of Estimates is meeting to discuss the 2022 operating budget. The session includes an overview of department budgets and a review of fees.

• 2022 Operating Budget discussion (Item 21-0946)
• Review of department budget changes
• Review of fees

Housing Authority of the City of La Crosse

The Housing Authority will review reports from the Executive Director and finance department. The agenda also includes a discussion on the employee handbook and reviews of upcoming rent and utility standards.

• Review and approval of 2022 Payment Standards/Flat Rents (21-1292)
• Review and approval of 2022/2023 Utility Allowances (21-1293)
• Employee Handbook review and discussion

The Housing Authority of the City of La Crosse approved the 2022 payment standards/flat rents and the 2022/2023 utility allowances, both by 3-0 votes. The board also discussed a potential paid time off policy, agreeing to have staff gather information from other communities for further discussion. Monthly meetings will move to teleconference due to rising COVID-19 cases, and a review of screening criteria was added to the November agenda.

• Approved 2022 payment standards/flat rents (3-0)
• Approved 2022/2023 utility allowances (3-0)
• Approved August 11, 2021 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Approved bills totaling $415,755.46 (3-0)
• Elected Peter Sayner as Chairperson, Kimberly Cable as Vice Chairperson, Kristina Bechtel as Treasurer, Kathleen Lawrence as Assistant Secretary
• Agreed to hold monthly meetings via teleconference due to COVID-19 spike
• Added review of screening criteria policy to November agenda

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will consider establishing a new ADA reserved parking zone on the 1300 block of 8th Street South. The board will also review an agreement with Short Elliott Hendrickson Inc. for professional design services. Additionally, Xcel Energy will present a plan regarding electric line removal from the La Crosse River Marsh.

• Establishment of ADA reserved parking on the west side of 8th Street South
• Approval of professional services agreement with Short Elliott Hendrickson Inc.
• Presentation by Xcel Energy regarding electric line removal east of Lang Dr.

The Board of Public Works approved an ADA reserved parking zone on 8th Street South and a professional services agreement with Short Elliott Hendrickson Inc. for initial contract funding. An Xcel Energy presentation on removing a distribution line from the La Crosse River Marsh was given with no action taken.

• Approved ADA reserved parking zone on west side of 1300 block of 8th Street South (voice vote)
• Approved agreement for professional services with Short Elliott Hendrickson Inc. and initial funding allocation (voice vote)
• Approved minutes of August 30, 2021 meeting (voice vote)

Board of Estimates

The Board of Estimates is holding a working session to discuss the 2022 operating budget. The meeting includes an overview of department budgets and a review of potential budget changes and fees.

• 2022 Operating Budget discussion
• Review of department budget changes and fees

The Board of Estimates held a working session to discuss the 2022 operating budget. It directed staff to aim for a tax levy and mill rate that would result in a $36 increase on a $150,000 home from 2021 to 2022. The board also voted to restore alcohol license fees to normal levels and bring a resolution to the Council, with a 4-3 vote.

• Appointed Mayor Reynolds as chair (unanimous)
• Appointed CP Janssen as vice chair (unanimous)
• Directed staff to target $36 tax increase on $150,000 home (unanimous)
• Restored alcohol license fees to normal levels, resolution to Council (4-3)

Council Planning Meeting

This meeting is for education and information only, with no action or public hearings scheduled. The Council will discuss prioritizing goals and values for the use of American Recovery Plan Act funding.

• Discussion regarding American Recovery Plan Act funding

The La Crosse City Council held a planning meeting to discuss how to allocate American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds, focusing on shared values, goals, and priorities. The meeting was for discussion only, and no formal decisions or votes were taken. The council adjourned at 7:48 p.m.

• Adjourned meeting at 7:48 p.m. (motion by Kahlow, seconded by Richmond, carried)

Finance & Personnel Committee

The Finance & Personnel Committee is considering several resolutions regarding city funding and infrastructure. This includes approving the 2022-2026 Capital Improvement Program Budget and authorizing various general obligation bonds for streets, fire protection, and libraries. The committee will also receive a collective bargaining update.

• $5,850,000 in bonds for street improvements and lighting
• $3,620,000 in bonds for fire protection facilities and equipment
• Sale of approximately $16,400,000 in bonds and $4,450,000 in promissory notes
• Approval of the 2022-2026 Capital Improvement Program Budget
• La Crosse Center ticket price increase from $10.01 to $15.01

The Finance & Personnel Committee recommended the 2022-2026 Capital Improvement Program Budget to the Common Council, with amendments to move several projects to later years and remove the Lueth Park Upgrade. It also recommended multiple resolutions authorizing general obligation bonds for streets, fire, libraries, bridges, police, parks, and refunding, plus a $16.4M bond sale. All recommendations passed unanimously (5-0) except the Shared Fire Administration MOU and new Battalion Chief position, which passed 4-0 with one abstention. No action was taken on the collective bargaining update.

• Recommended 2022-2026 CIP budget as amended (5-0)
• Amended CIP: moved Parklet Grant to 2023, Red Cloud Park Trail to 2025, Copeland Park Dock to 2025, Hagar-Liberty-Avon Streets to 2026, removed Lueth Park Upgrade
• Recommended La Crosse Center ticket price increase to $15.01 (5-0)
• Recommended contract with Stacia Goodman Mosaics LLC for Center artwork (5-0)
• Recommended acceptance of FEMA Firefighters Grant (5-0)
• Recommended reallocation of CIP funds for police renovation (5-0)
• Recommended $5.85M GO bonds for streets (5-0)
• Recommended $3.62M GO bonds for fire facilities (5-0)

Room Tax Commission

The scheduled Room Tax Commission meeting did not take place because a quorum was not reached. The agenda items intended for this session will be included on the next meeting's agenda.

• 21-1268 Room Tax Distribution Report
• 21-1269 Room Tax Statistics
• 21-1270 La Crosse Center Budget Report for 2021 and 2022
• 21-1271 Explore La Crosse Budget Report for 2021 and 2022

Judiciary & Administration Committee

The Judiciary & Administration Committee is reviewing several rezoning ordinances and land use applications. This includes the adoption of the Imagine 2040 La Crosse Downtown Plan and various conditional use permits.

• Rezoning 1106-1108 King St to allow an apartment building
• Adoption of the Imagine 2040 La Crosse Downtown Plan
• Ordinance for residential use at 420 5th Avenue S
• Rezoning 2575 7th St. S for a four-story building
• Alcohol license expansion for The Sports Nut at 801 Rose St

The Judiciary & Administration Committee voted unanimously to re-refer for 30 days an ordinance that would rezone 1106-1108 King St. from Washburn Residential to Traditional Neighborhood District to allow an apartment building. It also recommended approval of a conditional use permit for Desmond Investments II LLC at 318 7th St S (5-2) and for Jeffry Sagen at 3101 Lauderdale Ct (6-1). The committee recommended adoption of resolutions for a Sister City with Junglinster, Luxembourg, the Imagine 2040 Downtown Plan, a zoning change at 420 5th Avenue S, alcohol license ordinance amendments, and various licenses, all to go to the Common Council on 9/9/2021.

• Re-referred for 30 days: ordinance to rezone 1106-1108 King St. for an apartment building (7-0).
• Recommended approval: conditional use permit for Desmond Investments II LLC at 318 7th St S (5-2).
• Recommended adoption: resolution approving Junglinster, Luxembourg as a Sister City (7-0).
• Recommended adoption: resolution adopting the Imagine 2040 La Crosse Downtown Plan (7-0).
• Recommended approval: conditional use permit for Jeffry Sagen at 3101 Lauderdale Ct (6-1).
• Recommended adoption: ordinance to rezone 420 5th Avenue S for residential on first floor (7-0).
• Re-referred for 30 days: ordinance to rezone 2575 7th St S for a four-story building (7-0).
• Re-referred for 30 days: exception to parking standards for Bethany Lutheran Homes at 2575 7th St S (7-0).

Board of Public Works

The Board will review annual compliance reports for several development agreements. The meeting also includes final payments for Trane All Abilities Park - Phase 2 and a request to add a subcontractor to the citywide sidewalk replacement contract.

• Annual compliance report and determination for Gundersen, Trane U.S., Inc., and Riverside Center, LLC
• Final payments for Trane All Abilities Park - Phase 2 construction
• Request to add a subcontractor for the Citywide Sidewalk Replacement annual contract

The Board of Public Works approved final payments for a construction contract and tabled a request by prime contractor T2 to add a subcontractor for the Citywide Sidewalk Replacement annual contract. The board also approved the annual compliance report and determination for development agreements involving Gundersen, Trane U.S., Inc., and Riverside Center, LLC, after convening in closed session to confer with legal counsel. Minutes from the August 23, 2021 meeting were approved.

• Approved the minutes of August 23, 2021.
• Approved construction contract final payments (item 21-1264).
• Tabled the request by T2 to add a subcontractor for the Citywide Sidewalk Replacement contract (item 21-1265).
• Convened in closed session to confer with legal counsel on development agreements (item 21-1262).
• Reconvened in open session after the closed session.
• Approved the City Planning Department's recommendations for the annual compliance report and determination (item 21-1262).

City Plan Commission

The City Plan Commission will consider adopting the Imagine 2040 La Crosse Downtown Plan and abolishing the City Vision 2040 Steering Committee. The meeting also includes reviews of several rezoning ordinances and conditional use permits that affect local land use.

• Rezoning 1106-1108 King St to allow for an apartment building
• Conditional Use Permit at 318 7th St S for green space
• Rezoning 420 5th Avenue S for first-floor residential use
• Rezoning 2575 7th St. S for a four-story building
• Review of sign plans at Airport Industrial Park and Interstate Industrial Park

The City Plan Commission adopted the Imagine 2040 La Crosse Downtown Plan and abolished the City Vision 2040 Steering Committee. It approved conditional use permits for Desmond Investments II LLC (318 7th St S) and Jeffry Sagen (3101 Lauderdale Ct), with Commissioner Trost voting no on both. The commission recommended adoption of a rezoning ordinance for 420 5th Avenue S, and approved sign plans for AmeriDown Factory Outlet and ABC Supply Co. It also approved building plans for Heavenly Crossroads with conditions. Several items were referred for 30 days, including the King St rezoning ordinance and the Bethany Lutheran Homes exception request.

• Adopted the Imagine 2040 La Crosse Downtown Plan and abolished the City Vision 2040 Steering Committee.
• Approved a conditional use permit for Desmond Investments II LLC at 318 7th St S for green space until redevelopment (Trost voted no).
• Approved a conditional use permit for Jeffry Sagen at 3101 Lauderdale Ct for property clearing (Trost voted no).
• Recommended adoption of an ordinance rezoning 420 5th Avenue S from Commercial to Traditional Neighborhood District.
• Referred for 30 days the ordinance rezoning 1106-1108 King St to allow an apartment building.
• Referred for 30 days the ordinance rezoning 2575 7th St S to allow a four-story building.
• Referred for 30 days the Bethany Lutheran Homes exception request for parking standards at 2575 7th St S.
• Approved sign plans for AmeriDown Factory Outlet (2929 Airport Rd) and ABC Supply Co. (2325 Enterprise Ave), and building plans for Heavenly Crossroads with conditions.

Neighborhood Revitalization Commission

The Neighborhood Revitalization Commission will discuss future Municipal Transit Utility projects and collaboration on public streetscapes. The commission will also review draft ordinances regarding the elimination of off-street parking requirements for commercial and multi-family properties.

• Review of draft ordinance 21-1267 to eliminate off-street commercial parking
• Review of draft ordinance 21-1267 to eliminate off-street multi-family parking
• Discussion with Municipal Transit Utility Director Adam Lorentz on future projects
• Discussion on neighborhood and city collaboration for public streetscapes and green spaces

The Commission heard updates on future transit projects, including a pilot program for electric buses by year's end and two hybrid buses from a VW grant. Members also discussed forming a City Beautification Committee to improve green spaces, with the Mayor directing the Parks Department to look into it. A draft ordinance to eliminate off-street parking requirements was reviewed, with a subcommittee to finalize it. The June 28 meeting minutes were approved 8-0.

• Approved June 28, 2021 meeting minutes (8-0).
• Discussed MTU projects: electric bus pilot, hybrid buses, Paint the Bus, Adopt a Shelter, mobile pay.
• Discussed forming a City Beautification Committee; Mayor to direct Parks Department.
• Reviewed draft ordinance eliminating off-street parking requirements; subcommittee to finalize.

Redevelopment Authority

The Redevelopment Authority will consider a Planning Option Agreement with Red Earth, LLC regarding the River Point District. The agenda also includes reviews of monthly deliverables for WiRED Riverside North, LLC and annual compliance reports for two developers. Additionally, members will receive updates on RDA budget requests and River Point District developments.

• Planning Option Agreement with Red Earth, LLC
• Monthly deliverables for WiRED Riverside North, LLC
• Annual compliance reports for Riverside Center III, LLC and Doerflinger's Second Century, Inc.
• Budget and financial requests for RDA projects
• River Point District development updates from WiRED

The Redevelopment Authority approved a Planning Option Agreement with Red Earth, LLC for the River Point District after a closed session. It also approved holding payment to Riverside Center III LLC until job certification is verified. Other items were informational only, with no action taken.

• Approved Planning Option Agreement with Red Earth, LLC (unanimous)
• Approved holding payment to Riverside Center III LLC pending job certification (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from July 22, 2021 (unanimous)

Animal Control Governing Board - ABOLISHED 1.1.2023

The Animal Control Governing Board met to discuss and potentially take action on renewing the animal control agreement. This meeting was conducted via video conferencing.

• renewal of animal control agreement

The Animal Control Governing Board met virtually and discussed the renewal of the animal control agreement with the Humane Society, which originated in 2007 with automatic 5-year renewals. Both sides expressed interest in revamping the contract, citing concerns about the leash ordinance, but no formal action was taken. The meeting adjourned without any decisions.

• Discussed renewal of animal control agreement with Humane Society, no action taken

Economic Development Commission - Abolished 2.9.2023

The Economic Development Commission will review annual compliance reports related to the 21-1251 Development Agreement. This includes reviews for projects such as 2219 Lofts, DuraTech, and The Charmant Hotel.

• Annual compliance reports for development agreement 21-1251
• 2219 Lofts Limited Partnership annual report
• Commercial Properties Partners, LLC (DuraTech) annual report
• The Charmant Hotel, LLC annual report
• Impact La Crosse, LLC (Garden Terrace) and The Hub on 6th, LLC annual reports

The Economic Development Commission approved the annual compliance reports and determinations for five development agreements: 2219 Lofts Limited Partnership, Commercial Properties Partners (DuraTech), The Charmant Hotel, Impact La Crosse (Garden Terrace), and The Hub on 6th. The approval was by unanimous voice vote, following staff recommendation. The meeting was held virtually and adjourned at 8:45 AM.

• Approved the minutes from July 22, 2021, by unanimous voice vote.
• Approved the annual compliance report and determination for 2219 Lofts Limited Partnership.
• Approved the annual compliance report and determination for Commercial Properties Partners, LLC (DuraTech).
• Approved the annual compliance report and determination for The Charmant Hotel, LLC.
• Approved the annual compliance report and determination for Impact La Crosse, LLC (Garden Terrace).
• Approved the annual compliance report and determination for The Hub on 6th, LLC.

Heritage Preservation Commission

The Heritage Preservation Commission is reviewing applications for property modifications in historic districts. This includes sign plans for 429 7th Street N and exterior shade for 924 Cass Street. The meeting also includes an update on 2022 capital budget items.

• Review of sign plans for 429 7th Street N (Hixon House)
• Review of project plans for 123-125 3rd Street S
• Review of exterior shade application for 924 Cass Street
• Update on 2022 Capital Budget Items

The Heritage Preservation Commission approved a Certificate of Appropriateness for 123-125 3rd St S with a condition that the exterior wall be brick or brick veneer, after a motion to deny failed. The commission also approved signage at Hixon House, referred a Cass Street application for 30 days, and received an update on the 2022 capital budget.

• Approved the April and July 2021 meeting minutes with a correction to the July minutes (4-0).
• Approved a Certificate of Recommendation for new signage at 429 7th St N (Hixon House) as submitted (4-0).
• Approved a Certificate of Appropriateness for 123-125 3rd St S with the condition that the exterior wall be brick or brick veneer (3-1).
• Referred the Certificate of Appropriateness for 924 Cass Street for 30 days, giving staff authority to approve if required information is provided (4-0).
• Noted that the Lost La Crosse project was not recommended for the 2022 CIP budget, but the National Register Nominations item was recommended.

Committee for Citizens with Disabilities

The Committee for Citizens with Disabilities will discuss a DOT update on the George and North George Street intersections. The committee is also working to draft its mission, vision, and composition. Additionally, members will discuss collaboration with the Racial Equity Team.

• Drafting of Committee Mission, Vision, and Composition (21-1244)
• DOT Update on George/North George St. Intersections (21-1245)
• Collaboration with the Racial Equity Team (21-1246)

The Committee for Citizens with Disabilities approved the previous meeting minutes and formed a subcommittee to draft a vision, mission, and one-paragraph purpose for the committee's webpage. The subcommittee will consist of Rhonda Staats, Jeff Nylander, Sue Gilbert, and Chelsey Myhre-Foster. The committee also heard an update from Erin Duffer of the City of La Crosse Racial Equity Team about its mission and activities. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved previous meeting minutes (voice vote)
• Formed subcommittee to draft vision, mission, and purpose (voice vote)

City of La Crosse Diversity Equity Inclusion Team

The City of La Crosse Racial Equity Team will hold a conversation with possible new members. The meeting also includes updates on City Hall employee training opportunities and GARE membership.

• Conversation with possible new members (21-1254)
• Update on City Hall employee training opportunity (21-1255)
• Update on GARE membership (21-1256)

The City of La Crosse Racial Equity Team met virtually on August 25, 2021, and approved the previous meeting's minutes. All agenda items were informational only, with no formal votes or decisions made on any of them.

• Approved the minutes of the previous meeting.
• Discussed team successes, meeting times, and introductions with possible new members; no action taken.
• Discussed adding diversity training to City Hall employee onboarding; no action taken.
• Discussed proceeding with GARE membership using miscellaneous funds; no action taken.
• Discussed further research on a land acknowledgement statement and other updates; no action taken.
• Adjourned the meeting at 1:42 p.m.

Municipal Transit Utility Board

The Municipal Transit Utility Board is reviewing several operating and lease agreements for transit services. These include UPASS agreements with Viterbo University and Western Technical College, as well as service agreements with La Crescent, Campbell, and Onalaska. The meeting also includes a 2022 budget review.

• UPASS agreements for Viterbo University and Western Technical College
• Operating agreement with the City of La Crescent
• Bus lease agreement with the City of La Crescent
• Operating agreements with Town of Campbell and City of Onalaska
• 2022 Budget Review

The Municipal Transit Utility Board approved the minutes of its prior meeting and then unanimously approved five intergovernmental agreements: the 2021-2022 UPASS agreements with Viterbo University and Western Technical College, the 2022 operating agreement and bus lease agreement with the City of La Crescent, and the 2022 operating agreements with the Town of Campbell and City of Onalaska. The board also reviewed the 2022 budget and received project updates, but took no action on those items.

• Approved meeting minutes unanimously
• Approved 2021-2022 Viterbo University UPASS agreement unanimously
• Approved 2021-2022 Western Technical College UPASS agreement unanimously
• Approved 2022 City of La Crescent operating agreement unanimously
• Approved 2022 City of La Crescent bus lease agreement unanimously
• Approved 2022 Town of Campbell operating agreement unanimously
• Approved 2022 City of Onalaska operating agreement unanimously

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will consider payment approvals for real estate acquisitions related to the La Crosse Street project. The board will also review several construction contract change orders.

• Payment approval for La Crosse Street project real estate acquisitions (Parcel 22)
• Construction contract change orders for security cameras, door hardware, wall trims, and restroom door repainting

The Board of Public Works approved the payment list for real estate acquisitions related to the La Crosse Street project and approved construction contract change orders, both by unanimous 5-0 votes. The meeting was brief and procedural, with no other substantive decisions.

• Approved payment list for real estate acquisitions for La Crosse Street project (5-0)
• Approved construction contract change orders (5-0)

La Crosse Center Board

The board is scheduled to review and approve the 2022 budget and several liquor invoices. The meeting also includes a tour of new ballroom and meeting space.

• Review and approval of 2022 La Crosse Center Budget
• Tour of new ballroom and meeting space
• Approval of July 2021 liquor invoices
• Approval of second set of June 2021 liquor invoices
• August 2021 convention update

The La Crosse Center Board unanimously approved the 2022 proposed operating budget, with added lines for potential transfers from reserves and grant funds. The board also approved minutes from July 26, 2021, and two sets of liquor invoices. Financial reports showed a year-to-date loss of $440,848.97, offset by a $1.9M Shuttered Venue Operator's Grant.

• Approved 2022 La Crosse Center operating budget (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from July 26, 2021 (unanimous)
• Approved July 2021 liquor invoices (unanimous)
• Approved 2nd set of June 2021 liquor invoices (unanimous)

City of La Crosse Redistricting Committee

The Redistricting Committee will hold an introductory meeting to elect officers. The committee will also receive an overview of the redistricting process and its timeline.

• Election of officers
• Overview of redistricting process and timeline

The Redistricting Committee held an organizational meeting, electing Rebecca Schwarz as Chair and Mackenzie Mindel as Vice Chair by unanimous consent. The committee also received an overview of the redistricting process and timeline, but no formal decisions were made on redistricting plans.

• Elected Rebecca Schwarz as Chair (unanimous)
• Elected Mackenzie Mindel as Vice Chair (unanimous)

Board of Park Commissioners

The Board of Park Commissioners is reviewing several requests, including the final plan for a World War II Memorial. The agenda also includes proposed fee changes for marina services and an update on the Fish Hatchery project.

• Final plan approval for WWII Memorial at Veterans Freedom Park
• Fundraising event request for Copeland Park Oktoberfest
• Approval of 2022-2026 Parks, Recreation, and Forestry Strategic Plan
• Proposed fee changes for Veterans Point Marina and Municipal Harbor
• Status update on the Fish Hatchery project

The Board of Park Commissioners approved the final plan for the World War II Memorial at Veterans Freedom Park, a fundraising event with alcohol sales at Copeland Park, the 2022-2026 Parks, Recreation, and Forestry Strategic Plan, a late fee amendment, and Boathouse fee agreement updates. The board referred marina fee changes for 2022 back to itself for further review. No action was taken on a leaf-mulching initiative and a Fish Hatchery project status update.

• Approved final plan for WWII Memorial at Veterans Freedom Park (voice vote)
• Approved Logan High School Athletic Committee fundraising event with alcohol sales at Copeland Park (5-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved 2022-2026 Parks, Recreation, and Forestry Strategic Plan (voice vote)
• Referred 2022 marina fee changes to Board of Park Commissioners, due 9/16/2021 (voice vote)
• Approved amendment to Ordinance 48-30(e) authorizing late fee (voice vote)
• Approved resolution updating Boathouse fee terms including late payment fee (voice vote)

Climate Action Plan Steering Committee

The Climate Action Plan Steering Committee will discuss a memorandum regarding vehicle idling policy. Members will also review an equity tool from Cleveland's Climate Action Plan and the Energy Action Plan Report.

• Presentation on intern memorandum regarding vehicle idling policy
• Review of Cleveland's Climate Action Plan Equity Tool for potential adaptation
• Review of the Energy Action Plan Report

The Climate Action Plan Steering Committee met virtually and approved the previous meeting's minutes. They discussed a presentation on a vehicle idling policy, reviewed Cleveland's Racial Equity Tool for potential adaptation, and reviewed a draft Energy Action Plan. No formal decisions were made on these agenda items; the meeting was primarily informational and discussion-focused.

• Approved previous meeting's minutes (voice vote)

City Vision 2040 Steering Committee - Abolished 9.9.2021

The committee will consider Resolution 21-1148. This resolution proposes adopting the Imagine 2040 La Crosse Downtown Plan and abolishing the City Vision 2040 Steering Committee.

• Resolution 21-1148: Adopting the Imagine 2040 La Crosse Downtown Plan
• Abolishment of the City Vision 2040 Steering Committee

The City Vision 2040 Steering Committee voted unanimously to recommend the Imagine 2040 La Crosse Downtown Plan for adoption to the City Plan Commission. The committee also approved the minutes from April 21, 2021, and adjourned. No final adoption occurred at this meeting.

• Recommended Imagine 2040 La Crosse Downtown Plan for adoption to City Plan Commission (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from April 21, 2021 (unanimous)

Board of Public Works

The Board will review Sanitary Sewer District #1 rates for the period of July 1, 2020 to June 30, 2021. The agenda also includes a request for purple ribbons on Main Street and payments for real estate acquisitions for the South Avenue project.

• Sanitary Sewer District #1 rates (July 1, 2020 – June 30, 2021)
• Request to tie purple ribbons on Main Street trees and lampposts in October 2021
• Payments for real estate interests acquisitions for the South Avenue project
• Review of bidder's proofs of responsibility

The Board of Public Works approved all agenda items by voice vote, including a request from the Domestic Abuse Reduction Team to tie purple ribbons on trees and lampposts on Main Street during October 2021 for Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Also approved were bidder's proofs of responsibility, Sanitary Sewer District #1 rates, and a payment list for real estate acquisitions for the South Avenue project. The meeting adjourned at 10:10 a.m.

• Approved minutes of August 9, 2021 (voice vote)
• Approved bidder's proofs of responsibility (voice vote)
• Approved Sanitary Sewer District #1 rates for July 1, 2020 to June 30, 2021 (voice vote)
• Approved DART request to tie purple ribbons on Main Street trees and lampposts in October 2021 (voice vote)
• Approved payment list for real estate acquisitions for South Avenue project (voice vote)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will hear an appeal regarding a setback requirement. The request concerns a 20 foot rear yard setback for an addition at 712 Cliffwood Ln.

• Variance appeal for a 20 foot rear yard setback at 712 Cliffwood Ln

The Board of Zoning Appeals denied a variance request to reduce the required rear yard setback from 20 feet to 15 feet for an addition at 712 Cliffwood Ln. The motion to grant the variance failed with a vote of 2 in favor and 3 against. The applicant argued hardship and unique property limitations, but city staff and the board majority found no unnecessary hardship and potential harm to public interests.

• Denied variance for 5-foot rear yard setback reduction at 712 Cliffwood Ln (2-3)
• Motion to grant variance failed; no variance approved

Aviation Board

The La Crosse Aviation Board will review the 2022 airport operating budget and fee schedules for airlines and the airport. The board will also consider approving $25,000 from the Airport Fund Balance for continued investigation of Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAs) at the regional airport.

• $25,000 allocation for PFAs investigation at La Crosse Regional Airport
• 2022 Airline Schedule of Fees
• 2022 Airport Schedule of Fees
• 2022 Airport Operating Budget
• Update on airport projects, operations, and Ft. McCoy

The Aviation Board approved the 2022 Airline Schedule of Fees, the 2022 Airport Schedule of Fees, and the 2022 Airport Operating Budget. It also approved $25,000 from the Airport Fund Balance for continued PFAs investigation. The board also approved the July 19, 2021, meeting minutes.

• Approved 2022 Airline Schedule of Fees
• Approved 2022 Airport Schedule of Fees
• Approved 2022 Airport Operating Budget
• Approved $25,000 from Airport Fund Balance for PFAs investigation
• Approved July 19, 2021 meeting minutes

Common Council

The La Crosse Common Council is reviewing several construction contracts for sewer lining, park projects, and station remodeling. The agenda also includes decisions on zoning amendments and updates to city ordinances.

• $713,545.00 contract for Copeland Park Sanitary Sewer Lining
• $416,800.00 contract for Fire Station #1 Remodel
• Self-storage permit at 607 Copeland Avenue
• Rezoning of 520 Veterans Memorial Dr. E.
• New Homeless Services Coordinator position

The Common Council approved four construction contracts totaling over $1.5 million, including sewer lining at Copeland Park, pickleball courts at Trane Park, Fire Station #1 remodel, and golf course drainage. It also approved a conditional use permit for self-storage at 607 Copeland Ave, referred a commercial rezoning at 520 Veterans Memorial Dr. E for 60 days, and adopted the consent agenda with numerous resolutions and ordinances.

• Awarded $713,545 contract to Visu-Sewer for Copeland Park sewer lining (12-0)
• Awarded $257,180.39 contract to McCabe Construction for Trane Park pickleball (12-0)
• Awarded $416,800 contract to Fowler & Hammer for Fire Station #1 remodel (11-0, 1 abstention)
• Awarded $137,355.94 contract to Gerke Excavating for golf course drainage (12-0)
• Approved conditional use permit for self-storage at 607 Copeland Ave (11-2)
• Referred commercial rezoning at 520 Veterans Memorial Dr. E for 60 days (10-3)
• Adopted School Resource Officer MOU (10-0, 2 abstentions, 1 recusal)
• Adopted consent agenda including 21 items (unanimous)

Common Council

The Common Council will hold an informational session regarding the School District of La Crosse's long-term facility planning. This meeting was scheduled by Mayor Mitch Reynolds at the request of the school district.

• Discussion of School District of La Crosse long-term facility planning

Human Rights Commission

The commission will determine if a fair housing complaint filed by Michelle Williams contains sufficient facts to be actionable. The meeting also includes an update from the Racial Equity Team and approval of July 20, 2021, minutes.

• Fair Housing Complaint determination: Michelle Williams v The Hive
• Racial Equity Team update
• Approval of July 20, 2021, meeting minutes

The Human Rights Commission approved the July 20, 2021 minutes and unanimously denied a fair housing complaint after the complainant withdrew it. The complaint was filed by Michelle Williams against The Hive, but staff noted that complaints cannot be filed on behalf of others unless the filer is an agent. No action was taken on the Racial Equity Team update, and the meeting adjourned at 6:45 PM.

• Approved minutes from July 20, 2021 (unanimous)
• Denied fair housing complaint (Michelle Williams v The Hive) as withdrawn (unanimous)

Housing Authority of the City of La Crosse

The Housing Authority will review the Independent Auditor's Report and discuss additional Boys & Girls Club services at Schuh Recreation Center. The board will also consider approving a lead-based paint assessment project and a 2021 capital improvement project.

• Lead-based Paint Assessment Inspection & Testing (Project #10043)
• 2021 Capital Improvement Project #21016
• Additional Boys & Girls Club services at Schuh Recreation Center
• Distribution and discussion of Independent Auditor's Report
• Executive Director performance evaluation and contract

The Housing Authority approved a $802,000 bid from Braund Building, LLC for the 2021 Capital Improvement Project #21016, and a $43,440 bid from Nova Group for lead-based paint assessment. They also approved funding for an additional Boys & Girls Club staff member at Schuh Recreation Center and declined a Dish Wireless rooftop lease at Forest Park. The board approved bills totaling $409,569.48 and moved the executive director's contract to final drafting.

• Approved $802,000 bid for LHA 2021 Capital Improvements (4-0)
• Approved $43,440 bid for Lead-based Paint Assessment (4-0)
• Approved funding for additional BGC staff and $10,000 in 2022 budget (4-0)
• Denied Dish Wireless rooftop lease at Forest Park (4-0)
• Approved bills totaling $409,569.48 (4-0)
• Approved minutes of July 14, 2021 meeting (4-0)
• Moved executive director contract to attorney for final draft (4-0)

Community Development Committee - Abolished 2.9.2023

The Community Development Committee will review several items related to housing programs and property. This includes reviewing a purchase offer for 1332 Caledonia Street and construction deadline extensions.

• Offer to purchase 1332 Caledonia Street
• Construction completion deadline extension for 921 5th Ave S
• Subordination request for Housing Renovation Client #Reno0518
• Subordination request for Replacement Housing Program Client
• Revision of Housing Rehabilitation Guidelines regarding subordination

The Community Development Committee approved all seven agenda items unanimously, including extending construction deadlines, approving subrecipient extensions, purchasing 1332 Caledonia Street, and approving two subordination requests. The committee also approved a housing rehabilitation guideline revision regarding subordination. All votes were unanimous voice votes.

• Approved minutes from July 20, 2021 (unanimous)
• Approved construction completion deadline extension for 921 5th Ave S (unanimous)
• Approved subrecipient extension request per staff recommendation (unanimous)
• Approved offer to purchase 1332 Caledonia Street (unanimous)
• Approved subordination request for housing renovation client #Reno0518 (unanimous)
• Approved subordination request for replacement housing program client (unanimous)
• Approved housing rehabilitation guideline revision regarding subordination (unanimous)

Bicycle-Pedestrian Advisory Committee

The committee will review an overview of the New Committee for Citizens with Disabilities. The meeting also includes a field observation presentation regarding Market Street bike lanes and the introduction of a new Sidewalk and ADA Technician.

• Overview of New Committee for Citizens with Disabilities (21-1154)
• Introduction of Sidewalk and ADA Technician Cullen Haldeman (21-1054)
• Market Street Bike Lanes Field Observation Presentation (21-1149)
• Bike Share Update (21-1153)

The Bicycle-Pedestrian Advisory Committee met and approved the previous meeting minutes. They received presentations on a new sidewalk/ADA technician, Market Street bike lane options, and a bike share update, but took no formal action on these items.

• Approved previous meeting minutes (voice vote)
• Heard presentation on Market Street bike lane options (no action)
• Heard introduction of new Sidewalk and ADA Technician Cullen Haldeman (no action)
• Received bike share update (no action)

Library Board

The Library Board will meet to elect a new Vice President and approve minutes from recent meetings. The agenda includes consideration of the WRLSWeb Agreement and an updated Meeting Room Policy. The board will also receive an update on the 2022 operating budget.

• Election of Vice President
• Approval of WRLSWeb Agreement
• Approval of Updated Meeting Room Policy
• 2022 Operating Budget Update
• Approval of July 2021 Bills & Financial Reports

The La Crosse Library Board approved the 2022 WRLSWeb agreement and an updated meeting room policy, both carried unanimously. The board also approved the July 2021 minutes, bills, and financial reports, and elected Kathy Ivey as Vice President. Several staff vacancies were filled internally, and the 2022 operating budget is pending salary verification with the city.

• Approved minutes of July 13, 2021 (Aaron Engel / Shelley Hay)
• Approved Committee of the Whole minutes of Aug 3, 2021 (Aaron Engel / Shelley Hay)
• Elected Kathy Ivey as Vice President (Katie Bittner / Aaron Engel)
• Approved bills and financial reports for July 2021 (Aaron Engel / Shelley Hay)
• Approved 2022 WRLSWeb Agreement (Araysa Simpson / Aaron Engel)
• Approved Updated Meeting Room Policy (Aaron Engel / Katie Bittner)

Board of Public Works

The Board is reviewing several construction contract change orders, including items for Fish Labs and the La Crosse Center. The meeting also includes a July summary update from Kraus Anderson regarding the La Crosse Center project.

• Construction Contract Change Orders (21-1155) for Fish Labs and LaX Ctr
• Kraus Anderson July Summary Update for the La Crosse Center project (21-1143)

The Board of Public Works approved construction contract change orders (item 21-1155) by voice vote. No action was taken on the Kraus Anderson July summary update for the La Crosse Center project, which was presented for information only. The meeting was brief and procedural, with no other substantive decisions.

• Approved construction contract change orders (voice vote)
• No action taken on Kraus Anderson July summary update for La Crosse Center project

City Plan Commission

The City Plan Commission is reviewing the 2022-2026 Capital Improvement Program (CIP) budget. The meeting includes discussions on proposed amendments to the 2022 budget and evaluations of funding for specific city projects.

• Proposed amendments to the 2022 CIP budget
• Funding for Bucher and Causeway projects
• Funding for 2nd Street bicycle lane
• Marsh Hydrological Study and Implementation (#551)
• La Crosse County Historical Society Museum Planning Studies (#733)

The City Plan Commission unanimously approved a resolution recommending the 2022-2026 Capital Improvement Program (CIP) budget with numerous amendments, including funding shifts, additions, and removals. The recommendation will be forwarded to the Judiciary & Administrative Committee for adoption. The meeting also approved the minutes from August 2, 2021.

• Approved minutes from August 2, 2021 (unanimous)
• Approved amendments to 2022-2026 CIP budget (unanimous)
• Approved funding source clarifications from Engineering Department (unanimous)
• Recommended CIP budget to Judiciary & Administrative Committee (unanimous)

Arts and Culture Board

The Arts Board will review requests regarding new board branding and membership renewal in Arts Wisconsin. The meeting also includes discussions on ARPA funding for the arts and the development of a city cultural plan. Additionally, the board will consider funding for site analysis for the Arch of Nature.

• Approval of new Arts Board branding/logo
• Funding for site analysis for the Arch of Nature
• ARPA funding and citizen input
• Membership renewal in Arts Wisconsin and consultation costs
• Development of a city cultural plan led by Arts Wisconsin

The Arts Board approved a $150 annual membership in Arts Wisconsin plus travel costs for an in-person consultation with Anne Katz. The board referred the new Arts Board branding/logo proposal and the Arch of Nature site analysis funding request to the September 10th meeting. Discussions on ARPA funding, continued arts support, and a city cultural plan took no action.

• Approved Arts Wisconsin membership and consultation travel costs (voice vote)
• Referred Arts Board branding/logo proposal to September 10 meeting
• Referred Arch of Nature site analysis funding request to September 10 meeting
• No action on ARPA funding discussion
• No action on continued arts support discussion
• No action on city cultural plan discussion

Finance & Personnel Committee

The Finance & Personnel Committee voted unanimously to recommend 15 resolutions to the Common Council for adoption on 8/12/2021. These include accepting ARPA funds, approving grants, appropriating funds for various projects, and personnel actions. No items were denied or tabled.

• Recommended partial vacation of State Street west of Front Street (6-0)
• Recommended acceptance of AARP Community Challenge grant for wheelchair accessibility (6-0)
• Recommended report on downtown parking system operating costs (6-0)
• Recommended additional TID 14 funds for Trane Pickleball Courts (6-0)
• Recommended amended resolution for Copeland Park sanitary sewer lining (6-0)
• Recommended acceptance of federal funds for airport concessionaires (6-0)
• Recommended appointment of Matthew Gallager as Interim Director of Engineering & Public Works (6-0)
• Recommended new Homeless Services Coordinator position (6-0)

Floodplain Advisory Committee

The committee will review an update regarding the Ebner Coulee Floodplain Study submittal preparation. The agenda also includes progress updates for the Flood Hazard Mitigation Plan and a FEMA response letter.

• Ebner Coulee Floodplain Study update (20-0327)
• Flood Hazard Mitigation Plan progress update (21-1131)
• FEMA Response Letter update (21-1132)

The Floodplain Advisory Committee met virtually and heard updates on the Ebner Coulee floodplain study, the Flood Hazard Mitigation Plan, and FEMA's violation list. No formal decisions were made beyond approving the previous meeting minutes and adjourning.

• Approved previous meeting minutes by voice vote
• Adjourned meeting at 5:08 PM by voice vote

Climate Action Plan Steering Committee

The Climate Action Plan Steering Committee is meeting to discuss consultant selection for item 21-1134. The committee may convene in closed session to deliberate on investing public funds.

• Consultant selection for the Climate Action Plan

The Climate Action Plan Steering Committee approved the minutes from a prior meeting and selected paleBLUEdot as the consultant for the climate action plan. The selection was made after a closed session and carried by voice vote. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved meeting minutes (voice vote)
• Selected paleBLUEdot as climate action plan consultant (voice vote)

Judiciary & Administration Committee

The Judiciary & Administration Committee is reviewing several ordinances, including new regulations for ADA on-street parking. The agenda also includes a memorandum of understanding for the School Resource Officer Program and various license applications.

• Rezoning 1106-1108 King St to allow an apartment building
• Establishing requirements and process for ADA On-Street Parking Zones
• Accepting the School Resource Officer Program Memorandum of Understanding
• Conditional Use Permit for self-storage at 607 Copeland Avenue
• Rezoning 520 Veterans Memorial Dr. E for commercial purposes

The Judiciary & Administration Committee recommended several items to the Common Council, including the School Resource Officer Program MOU, the NFPA Fire Prevention Code, and various zoning and licensing measures. The SRO resolution passed 5-2 after a public hearing, with two members voting no. The fire code ordinance was amended to apply only to public streets and adopted as amended 7-0.

• Recommended adoption of SRO Program MOU (5-2)
• Recommended adoption of NFPA Fire Prevention Code as amended (7-0)
• Re-referred King St. rezoning to committee (7-0)
• Recommended adoption of redistricting committee resolution (7-0)
• Recommended approval of conditional use permit for self-storage at 607 Copeland Ave (5-2)
• Recommended adoption of ADA on-street parking ordinance and resolution (7-0 each)
• Recommended adoption of rezoning at 520 Veterans Memorial Dr. E (4-3)
• Recommended adoption of weapon restrictions ordinance (7-0)

Library Board

The Library Board Committee of the Whole will meet in an advisory capacity to discuss several items. The agenda includes reviewing the preliminary 2022 operating budget request and a draft meeting room policy. No formal decisions or motions will be made during this session.

• Review of Updated WRLSWeb Agreement
• Draft of Updated Meeting Room Policy
• Review Preliminary 2022 Operating Budget Request

The Library Board's Committee of the Whole reviewed the updated WRLSWeb agreement, a draft meeting room policy, and the preliminary 2022 operating budget request. No formal votes were taken; the WRLSWeb agreement is scheduled for board approval next week. The board discussed adding a stipulation for groups with confidentiality needs and using more general language on hours in the meeting room policy.

• Reviewed updated WRLSWeb agreement; approval scheduled for next board meeting
• Discussed draft meeting room policy updates, including closed-session stipulation
• Reviewed preliminary 2022 budget request, including 3 additional FTE positions

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will consider new ordinances regarding ADA on-street parking and the partial vacation of State Street. The agenda also includes final payments for infrastructure projects and real estate acquisitions for the South Avenue project.

• Ordinance creating new city code sections for ADA on-street parking
• Resolution establishing requirements for ADA On-Street Parking Zones
• Real estate interest acquisition payments for the South Avenue project
• Proposed changes to Tuesday recycling routes for Highway 16 and County B
• Report on costs for operating and maintaining downtown La Crosse parking

The Board of Public Works approved all 12 agenda items by voice vote, including bidders' proofs, construction change orders, final payments, a real estate payment list, termination of a well trust agreement, a recycling route change, support for a wastewater research grant, a city auction date, partial vacation of State Street, a parking system cost report, and new ADA on-street parking ordinances. No items were denied or tabled.

• Approved bidders' proofs of responsibility (voice vote)
• Approved construction contract change orders (voice vote)
• Approved construction contract final payments (voice vote)
• Approved payment list for South Avenue real estate acquisitions (voice vote)
• Approved termination of Well Trust Agreement for Fitzpatrick Tract (voice vote)
• Approved recycling route change for Hwy 16 and County B (voice vote)
• Approved support for Small Business Innovation Research Grant in wastewater (voice vote)
• Approved city auction for October 16, 2021 (voice vote)

City Plan Commission

The City Plan Commission is reviewing several zoning and land use applications. These include requests to rezone properties for commercial and residential use, as well as reviews of sign permits and street vacations.

• Rezoning 1106-1108 King St. for an apartment building
• Rezoning 520 Veterans Memorial Dr. E. to a Commercial District
• Conditional Use Permit for self-storage at 607 Copeland Avenue
• Partial vacation of State Street west of Front Street
• Sign permit reviews for Airport Industrial Park

The City Plan Commission recommended approval of a partial vacation of State Street west of Front Street, forwarding it to the Finance & Personnel Committee. It also approved a conditional use permit for self-storage units at 607 Copeland Avenue, recommended a rezoning at 520 Veterans Memorial Dr. E., and re-referred a rezoning for an apartment building at 1106-1108 King St. for 30 days.

• Recommended partial vacation of State Street west of Front Street (4-2)
• Approved sign at 3120 Airport Road with vision corner condition (unanimous)
• Approved conditional use permit for self-storage at 607 Copeland Avenue (4-3)
• Recommended rezoning at 520 Veterans Memorial Dr. E. to Commercial District (4-3)
• Approved sign at 3205 Airport Road (unanimous)
• Recommended amendment to International Business Park covenants (unanimous)
• Re-referred King St. rezoning for apartment building for 30 days (unanimous)
• Approved warehouse plans at 3100 Berlin Drive with conditions (unanimous)

Climate Action Plan Steering Committee

The committee will conduct interviews for the Climate Action Plan consultant position. The interview involves Verdis Group with RDG Planning & Design and Vendi Advertising. The committee may enter a closed session to deliberate on investing public funds.

• Consultant interview (21-1113) involving Verdis Group, RDG Planning & Design, and Vendi Advertising

The Climate Action Plan Steering Committee met virtually and voted unanimously to enter closed session to interview Verdis Group with RDG Planning & Design and Vendi Advertising for the Climate Action Plan consultant contract. No decisions were made in open session; the only action was the motion to go into closed session, which carried by voice vote. The meeting adjourned at 5:26 pm.

• Moved to closed session to interview Verdis Group consultant team (voice vote, carried)

Committee for Citizens with Disabilities

The committee will discuss safety and accessibility concerns at the George Street and West George Street intersection with a WI DOT representative. The agenda also includes the introduction of a new Sidewalk and ADA Technician and a presentation on sidewalk hazard identification.

• Introduction of Cullen Haldeman, New Sidewalk and ADA Technician
• Discussion of sidewalk hazard identification process
• George Street/West George Street intersection accessibility discussion
• Visual Description Practice presentation
• ADA Anniversary Celebration Activities (July 25th - July 31st)

The Committee for Citizens with Disabilities met and discussed accessibility concerns at the George Street/West George Street intersection with a Wisconsin DOT representative. No formal decisions were made; the representative agreed to consider adding pavement markings and pedestrian signals. The committee also welcomed a new ADA technician and reviewed sidewalk hazard reporting procedures.

• Approved previous meeting minutes (voice vote)
• Introduced new Sidewalk and ADA Technician Cullen Haldeman
• Discussed sidewalk hazard reporting via online service request form
• Raised accessibility concerns at George Street intersection with WisDOT representative
• Requested WisDOT report back on intersection safety options at next meeting
• Demonstrated visual description practice for engaging visually impaired people
• Adjourned meeting (voice vote)

Climate Action Plan Steering Committee

The committee will conduct an interview with consultant paleBLUEdot w/ EcoAdapt regarding the Climate Action Plan. The meeting may include a closed session to deliberate on investing public funds.

• Consultant interview for Climate Action Plan with paleBLUEdot w/ EcoAdapt

The Climate Action Plan Steering Committee met to interview a consultant for the Climate Action Plan. The committee convened in closed session for the interview and adjourned without any public decisions or votes. No substantive actions were taken.

• Convened in closed session to interview paleBLUEdot w/ EcoAdapt for Climate Action Plan (no vote recorded)

City of La Crosse Diversity Equity Inclusion Team

The City of La Crosse Racial Equity Team met virtually on July 28, 2021. The agenda includes a discussion regarding inclusion training with an attorney from USI Insurance Services. Members will also discuss potential resolution proposals and expanding the team's membership.

• Inclusion training discussion with Bret McKitrick, JD
• Discussion on possible resolution proposals
• Discussion on expanding Racial Equity Team membership

The City of La Crosse Racial Equity Team met virtually and discussed potential inclusion training for City Hall workforce, possible resolution proposals, and expanding team membership to include City employees and community members. No formal decisions were made; the only action was approving the previous meeting's minutes.

• Approved previous meeting minutes (motion by Gwen, second by Dawn)
• Discussed inclusion training with Bret McKitrick; no action taken
• Discussed resolution proposals; no action taken
• Discussed expanding membership; no action taken

Common Council

The La Crosse Common Council is invited by La Crosse Neighborhoods Inc. to participate in discussions regarding neighborhoods and neighborhood associations. Other governmental bodies may also be present to gather information.

• Discussion about neighborhoods and neighborhood associations with LCNI

Climate Action Plan Steering Committee

The committee is conducting an interview with the Brendle Group w/ Center for Energy and Environment regarding the Climate Action Plan. The committee may also convene in a closed session to deliberate on investing public funds.

• Consultant Interview (21-1116): Brendle Group w/ Center for Energy and Environment

The Climate Action Plan Steering Committee met to interview a consultant for the Climate Action Plan. The committee convened in closed session for the interview and adjourned without any public decisions or votes. No substantive actions were taken.

• Convened in closed session to interview Brendle Group with Center for Energy and Environment (no vote recorded)
• Adjourned at 5:17 pm without public action

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works is scheduled to consider several construction contract changes and final payments for various city projects. The agenda also includes reviewing a storm repair quote for Gladys Street and a landscaping request for a detention pond.

• Airport Road construction change order
• Final payments for Highway 14/61 LED upgrades, IGA Court, and Pump House Theater Renovation
• Approval of Gladys Street storm repair quote
• Landscaping request for the detention pond at 4621 Millatti Lane
• Request for the annual 'Fill the Boot' MDA campaign

The Board of Public Works approved the minutes of July 19, 2021, and several agenda items by voice vote, including construction contract change orders, final payments, the annual Fill the Boot campaign for MDA, and a Gladys Street storm repair quote. A request to do landscaping work on a detention pond at 4621 Millatti Lane was referred indefinitely pending submission of plans and staff review. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved minutes of July 19, 2021 (voice vote)
• Approved construction contract change orders (voice vote)
• Approved construction contract final payments (voice vote)
• Approved annual Fill the Boot for MDA campaign (voice vote)
• Approved Gladys Street storm repair quote (voice vote)
• Referred indefinitely landscaping work at 4621 Millatti Lane until plans submitted and staff review (voice vote)

International Committee

The committee is reviewing an application for Junglinster, Luxembourg to become a sister city. Agenda items also include discussions on convention voting, dues, and the Oktoberfest parade. Reports from local schools and international partners will be presented.

• Junglinster, Luxembourg sister city application
• Sister cities convention voting and dues
• Oktoberfest parade discussion
• Global Initiatives Week
• Official sister city gifts

The International Committee heard an update on the proposed Sister City relationship with Junglinster, Luxembourg, with organizers expecting a proposal ready by August. The committee also discussed the success of the summer band concert video, official sister city gifts, and plans for the Oktoberfest parade. No formal votes were taken on these items; the only actions were approving the previous meeting minutes and adjourning.

• Approved previous meeting minutes (Irene/Karolyn)
• Adjourned meeting (Irene/Melissa)

La Crosse Center Board

The board will consider a request to increase the minimum ticket price from $10.01 to $13.01 regarding the $.75 Facility Fee. The agenda also includes construction reports, convention updates, and approval of liquor invoices.

• Request to increase minimum ticket price from $10.01 to $13.01 for the $.75 Facility Fee
• Approval of liquor invoices for April, May, and June 2021
• Kraus Anderson June 2021 Construction Summary Report
• Notice of Award for the Shuttered Venue Operator's Grant

The board unanimously approved raising the minimum ticket price triggering the $0.75 facility fee from $10.01 to $15.01. It also approved minutes, liquor invoices, and received construction and grant updates, including a $1,919,628.82 Shuttered Venue Operator's Grant.

• Approved raising facility fee ticket threshold to $15.01 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes for April 26 and June 22, 2021 (unanimous)
• Approved liquor invoices for April, May, and June 2021 (unanimous)

Police and Fire Commission

The Police and Fire Commission is meeting to discuss personnel matters. The agenda includes the promotion of Detective Lieutenant Phillip Martin to the rank of Captain.

• Promotion of Detective Lieutenant Phillip Martin to Captain

The Police and Fire Commission unanimously approved the promotion of Detective Lieutenant Phillip Martin to the rank of Captain. The meeting was held virtually and lasted two minutes, with no other substantive decisions made.

• Approved promotion of Detective Lieutenant Phillip Martin to Captain (unanimous)

Redevelopment Authority

The Redevelopment Authority will review several Planning Option Agreements related to the River Point District. The agenda also includes discussions on design services for Street A and updates regarding the Public Market. Additionally, members will consider the operating budget and a contract with WiRED Riverside North, LLC.

• Phase II Design and Bidding Services proposal by SEH
• Planning Option Agreements for River Point District with Merge, LLC, MWF Properties, LLC, and Red Earth, LLC
• Update on Public Market discussions
• Contract consideration with WiRED Riverside North, LLC
• Review of the operating budget and request for support

The Redevelopment Authority approved several items related to the River Point District, including planning option agreements with Merge, LLC and MWF Properties, LLC, and re-engagement of contracted services with WiRED Riverside North, LLC. They also approved a Phase II design proposal with SEH, set aside deposit funds from CBRE, and directed staff to draft an operating budget proposal for city support of approximately $150,000. A planning option agreement with Red Earth, LLC was referred to the August meeting, and no action was taken on the T. Wall Enterprises presentation, CBRE update, financials, or Public Market discussions.

• Approved Phase II design and bidding services proposal with SEH, with contract managed by City staff (unanimous)
• Approved setting aside CBRE Planning Option Agreement deposit funds in a separate line item (unanimous)
• Directed Executive Director to work with Finance Department to draft operating budget proposal for city support of approximately $150,000 (unanimous)
• Approved Planning Option Agreement with Merge, LLC (unanimous)
• Approved Planning Option Agreement with MWF Properties, LLC (unanimous)
• Referred Planning Option Agreement with Red Earth, LLC to August meeting (unanimous)
• Approved re-engagement of contracted services with WiRED Riverside North, LLC through end of 2021 (unanimous)

Economic Development Commission - Abolished 2.9.2023

The Economic Development Commission is reviewing several development and loan requests. This includes a request to modify a small business development loan from the Coulee Region Business Center. The meeting also involves considering a draft agreement for the Trane Plant 6 redevelopment and a resolution for 5th Ward Residences.

• Request to modify Coulee Region Business Center Small Business Development Loan
• Draft development agreement with Stizo Development, LLC for Trane Plant 6 redevelopment
• Resolution approving development agreement for 5th Ward Residences
• Approval of June 24, 2021 meeting minutes

The Economic Development Commission approved a loan modification for the Coulee Region Business Center and recommended the Trane Plant 6 development agreement with Stizo Development, LLC for adoption. The commission also approved the agreement as amended. No action was taken on the draft development agreement for Trane Plant 6, and the 5th Ward Residences resolution was recommended to the Finance & Personnel Committee.

• Approved minutes from June 24, 2021 (unanimous)
• Approved CRBC loan modification with deferment terms (unanimous)
• Recommended Trane Plant 6 development agreement to Finance & Personnel Committee (unanimous)
• Approved Trane Plant 6 agreement as amended (unanimous)
• No action on draft development agreement with Stizo Development, LLC

Heritage Preservation Commission

The Heritage Preservation Commission will review applications regarding property modifications in La Crosse. This includes a request to exceed the 17-foot height limit for accessory structures at 210 14th Street S. and a Certificate of Appropriateness for exterior shade at 924 Cass Street.

• Review of application to exceed 17' height limitation for accessory structures at 210 14th Street S.
• Review of Certificate of Appropriateness for exterior shade at 924 Cass Street
• Discussion on historic preservation projects with intern Kayla Price

The Heritage Preservation Commission approved a height limitation exception for a carriage house at 210 14th Street S (5-0), and referred a Certificate of Appropriateness for 924 Cass Street for 30 days to allow further investigation. The June 24, 2021 minutes were approved, and a fall intern was introduced.

• Approved height exception for accessory structure at 210 14th St S (5-0)
• Referred Certificate of Appropriateness for 924 Cass Street for 30 days (5-0)
• Approved June 24, 2021 meeting minutes (5-0)

Human Rights Commission

The commission will determine if a fair housing complaint by James L Brown contains sufficient facts to be actionable. Legal Action of Wisconsin, Inc. will also provide a presentation on 2021 housing training.

• Fair housing complaint review (James L Brown)
• Housing training presentation by Legal Action of Wisconsin, Inc.
• Approval of June 8, 2021 minutes

The commission unanimously dismissed a fair housing complaint filed by James L Brown, determining it was not actionable. The dismissal followed a closed session to discuss the complaint. The commission also heard a presentation from Legal Action of Wisconsin on housing training, but took no action on it.

• Approved minutes from June 8, 2021 (unanimous)
• Dismissed fair housing complaint by James L Brown (unanimous)

Community Development Committee - Abolished 2.9.2023

The Community Development Committee will meet to approve minutes from July 13, 2021. The committee will also consider approving the selection of a developer for the 4th St RFP. A closed session may be held to deliberate on this decision.

• Approval of minutes from July 13, 2021 (21-1062)
• Selection of developer for the 4th St RFP (21-1063)

The Community Development Committee approved Cinnaire as the selected developer for the 4th St RFP in a 5-2 roll call vote, with Janssen, Lemmon, Yager, Reynolds, and Bernard voting yes, and Lee and Trost voting no. The committee also approved the minutes from July 13, 2021, and held closed and open sessions before the vote.

• Approved minutes from July 13, 2021, unanimously
• Moved into closed session unanimously
• Moved back into open session unanimously
• Approved Cinnaire as selected developer for 4th St RFP (5-2)

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will consider a request from Charter Communications to place fiber optics in the right of way on the 200 block of 6th Street South. The board will also review payments for real estate interest acquisitions related to the South Avenue project.

• Charter Communications fiber optic installation request for 200 block of 6th Street South
• Approval of real estate interest acquisition payments for the South Avenue project

The Board of Public Works approved Charter Communications' request to place fiber optics in the right of way on the 200 block of 6th Street South. It also approved the payment list for real estate interest acquisitions for the South Avenue project. Both approvals were by voice vote, with all three present members voting in favor. The meeting adjourned at 10:03 a.m.

• Approved Charter Communications fiber optic installation in the 200 block of 6th Street South (voice vote)
• Approved payment list for real estate acquisitions for South Avenue project (voice vote)

City Plan Commission

The commission is scheduled to discuss the draft 2022-2026 Capital Improvement Program Budget. The meeting includes reviewing letters of support for projects such as museum planning studies and park shelter improvements.

• Review of 2022-2026 Capital Improvement Program Budget (Item 21-0924)
• Marsh Hydrological Study and Implementation support letter
• La Crosse County Historical Society Museum Planning Studies support letters
• Weigent Park Shelter support letters

The City Plan Commission opened and closed a public hearing on the draft 2022-2026 Capital Improvement Program budget, hearing public comments in support of various trail, park, and museum planning projects. No formal decision was made on the budget; the hearing was for input only. The minutes from July 12, 2021, were approved unanimously.

• Approved minutes from July 12, 2021 (unanimous)
• Opened public hearing on 2022-2026 Capital Improvement Program (unanimous)
• Closed public hearing on 2022-2026 Capital Improvement Program (unanimous)

Aviation Board

The board will consider a resolution to accept federal funds for airport concessionaires under the Coronavirus Response and Relief Supplemental Appropriations Act. The meeting also includes reviews of military aerial support requests for Airfest 2023 and 2024.

• Resolution 21-1009: Accepting Federal funds for concessionaires
• Resolution 21-1010: Military Aerial Support for Airfest 2023 and 2024
• Updates on airport projects, operations, marketing, and air service
• Ft. McCoy update

The Aviation Board approved a resolution to accept federal funds under the Coronavirus Response and Relief Supplemental Appropriations Act for eligible concessionaires, passing 5-0 with one absence. The board also approved the airport director to sign a request for military aerial support for Airfest 2023 and 2024, passing 6-0. Minutes from the May 17, 2021 meeting were approved by voice vote.

• Approved resolution 21-1009 to accept federal COVID relief funds for airport concessions (5-0)
• Approved resolution 21-1010 for director to sign military aerial support request for Airfest 2023-2024 (6-0)
• Approved minutes of May 17, 2021 meeting (voice vote)

Board of Park Commissioners

The Board of Park Commissioners is reviewing requests for park events, memorial projects, and tree removals. The agenda also includes discussions regarding trailhead parking fees and trail design approvals.

• Approval of World War II Memorial concept at Veterans Freedom Park
• Approval of Phase II of the La Crosse Vietnam Veteran's Memorial
• Discussion regarding implementation of trailhead parking fees
• Request to approve the Gateway 1.5 Connector Trail
• Requests for tree removals on Caledonia Street and 22nd Drive South

The Board of Park Commissioners approved several event and project requests, including a retirement party alcohol permit, an Enchanted Forest event, a Down Syndrome Awareness Walk, the Gateway 1.5 Connector Trail, a WWII Memorial concept, and Phase II of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial. Two boulevard tree removal requests were denied, and two Nii Hosto Art Park items were referred to the September 16, 2021 meeting. Two commissioners were appointed to the Fish Hatchery lease negotiating committee.

• Approved alcohol service at Black River Beach North Pavilion for Aug 14 retirement party (voice vote)
• Approved Enchanted Forest Event at Riverside Park on Oct 23, contingent on permits (voice vote)
• Approved Down Syndrome Awareness Walk in Myrick Park on Sept 26, contingent on permits (voice vote)
• Denied tree removal at 1019 Caledonia Street (voice vote)
• Denied tree removal at 1240 22nd Drive South (voice vote)
• Approved Gateway 1.5 Connector Trail (voice vote)
• Approved WWII Memorial concept at Veterans Freedom Park (voice vote)
• Approved Phase II of La Crosse Vietnam Veterans Memorial (voice vote)

Climate Action Plan Steering Committee

The Climate Action Plan Steering Committee will review consultant proposals to select candidates for interviews. The committee will also receive an update on Partners in Energy strategy recommendations and a draft review timeline.

• Selection of consultants to interview from ten submitted proposals
• Update on Partners in Energy strategy recommendations
• Review of the draft timeline

The committee approved the previous meeting's minutes and selected the top three consultant proposals (Brendle Group, paleBLUEdot, and Verdis Group) to call references and schedule interviews. They also reviewed the Partners in Energy strategy recommendations and timeline, choosing to provide feedback by Monday rather than continue in the meeting. No final consultant contract was awarded.

• Approved meeting minutes (voice vote)
• Selected Brendle Group, paleBLUEdot, and Verdis Group as top three consultants to interview (voice vote)
• Deferred strategy recommendation feedback to Monday via written comments

Housing Authority of the City of La Crosse

The Housing Authority will review a lease agreement for the Margaret Annett Center with Head Start Child and Family Development Centers, Inc. The Board may also discuss an employee performance evaluation and contract.

• Lease agreement for the Margaret Annett Center
• Executive Director performance evaluation and contract

The Housing Authority approved a lease renewal with Head Start Child and Family Development Centers, Inc. for the Margaret Annett Center at $1,550 per month. Bills totaling $357,553.79 were approved, and the June 9, 2021 minutes were adopted. The executive director's performance evaluation and contract were tabled to the August 11, 2021 meeting.

• Approved June 9, 2021 regular meeting minutes (3-0)
• Approved bills totaling $357,553.79 (3-0)
• Renewed Head Start lease for Margaret Annett Center at $1,550/month (3-0)
• Tabled employee performance evaluation and contract to August 11, 2021

Community Development Committee - Abolished 2.9.2023

The Committee will review developer proposals for the 4th Street project. It will also consider a subrecipient extension request and revisions to housing rehabilitation guidelines.

• Presentations of 4th Street developer proposals from Cinnaire, Commonwealth Companies, and Danna Capital
• Approval of subrecipient extension request
• Approval of Housing Rehabilitation Guideline Revision

The Community Development Committee approved the minutes from June 22, 2021, a subrecipient extension request, and a housing rehabilitation guideline revision, all by unanimous voice votes. Presentations on 4th Street developer proposals were made, but no action was taken. The committee then moved into closed session to discuss the proposals and adjourned during that session.

• Approved minutes from June 22, 2021 (unanimous)
• Approved subrecipient extension request (unanimous)
• Approved housing rehabilitation guideline revision (unanimous)
• Moved into closed session to discuss 4th Street development proposals (unanimous)
• Adjourned during closed session (unanimous roll call)

Bicycle-Pedestrian Advisory Committee

The committee will review the draft Mobility Chapter of the Downtown Master Plan for feedback. The agenda also includes a discussion regarding a draft Request for Expression of Interest for the Bike Pedestrian Plan update.

• Review of Draft Mobility Chapter of Downtown Master Plan
• Draft RFEI for Bike Pedestrian Plan Update
• King St. Public Workshop scheduled for July 15th

The committee recommended removing the one-way pair bike lanes on State and Main Streets and adding westbound and eastbound bike lanes to Main Street instead. It also recommended postponing the Bike-Ped Plan update RFEI process by nine months or more to align with the Comprehensive Plan timeline. The committee approved the previous meeting minutes and was informed of a public workshop on King Street scheduled for July 15.

• Recommended removing one-way pair bike lanes on State and Main St. and adding westbound/eastbound bike lanes to Main St.
• Recommended postponing the RFEI for the Bike-Ped Plan update by nine months or more.
• Approved the previous meeting minutes by voice vote.
• Adjourned the meeting by voice vote.

Library Board

The La Crosse Library Board will hold elections for President and Secretary. The board will also review financial reports and discuss the reclassification of an Information Technology Manager position. Additionally, members will consider reimbursement for a flooring project at Main Hall.

• Election of President and Secretary
• Reclassification of Information Technology Manager position
• Reimbursement for Main Hall flooring project
• Exploration of meeting room policy updates
• Approval of staff training closures

The Library Board approved $10,664.04 from Special Trustees to pay for carpeting in Main Hall, and also approved the June 2021 bills and financial reports. In closed session, the board voted to reclassify the Information Technology Manager position from Grade 23 to Grade 19. The board also approved half-day closures on October 7 and November 5 for staff training, and elected Sue Anglehart as President and Araysa Simpson as Secretary.

• Approved minutes of June 8, 2021, and Committee of the Whole minutes of July 6, 2021
• Elected Sue Anglehart as President and Araysa Simpson as Secretary
• Approved bills and financial reports for June 2021
• Approved $10,664.04 from Special Trustees for Main Hall carpeting
• Approved half-day closures on October 7 and November 5 for staff training
• Reclassified IT Manager position from Grade 23 to Grade 19 in closed session

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will hold public hearings regarding construction noise exemptions for the La Crosse Center and Gillette Street Project. The agenda also includes reviews of street privilege permits, construction contract payments, and real estate acquisition payments for the South Avenue project.

• Noise exemption hearing: Kraus Anderson Construction Company (La Crosse Center)
• Noise exemption hearing: Gerke Excavating (Gillette Street Project)
• Street privilege permit request for sign and awning at 320 Main Street
• Payment approval for real estate acquisitions for the South Avenue project
• Construction contract payments and change orders for La Crosse Center

The Board of Public Works approved all agenda items, including construction noise exemptions for Kraus Anderson (La Crosse Center demolition/construction) and Gerke Excavating (Gillette Street concrete sawing), a street privilege permit for 320 Main Street, and final payments, change orders, and a real estate payment list. No items were denied or tabled.

• Approved minutes of July 6, 2021 (voice vote)
• Approved construction contract final payments (voice vote)
• Approved construction contract change orders (voice vote)
• Approved limited noise exemption for Kraus Anderson at La Crosse Center (voice vote)
• Approved limited noise exemption for Gerke Excavating on Gillette Street (voice vote)
• Approved street privilege permit for sign/awning at 320 Main Street (voice vote)
• Approved payment list for South Avenue real estate acquisitions (voice vote)

City Plan Commission

The City Plan Commission is reviewing the draft for the 2022-2026 Capital Improvement Program Budget. This review includes examining letters of support for projects such as museum planning studies and park shelter improvements.

• 2022-2026 Capital Improvement Program Budget Draft
• Marsh Hydrological Study and Implementation
• La Crosse County Historical Society Museum Planning Studies
• Weigent Park Shelter

The City Plan Commission approved several amendments and additions to the 2022-2026 Capital Improvement Program (CIP) budget, including adding $100,000 for street paving on Milson Court and Quarry Road, $50,000 for the Renew the Block Program, and $200,000 to complete the Weigent Park Shelter. They also moved $400,000 for City Hall 5th Floor Remodel from 2022 to 2023, reduced funding for the La Crosse County Historical Society Museum Planning Studies from $120,000 to $60,000, and removed items for Hixon Forest Rehabilitation and Springbrook Park Lighting. The public hearing was opened and closed, with several residents speaking in support of specific projects.

• Approved $100,000 addition for street paving of Milson Court and Quarry Road
• Approved moving $400,000 for City Hall 5th Floor Remodel from 2022 to 2023, plus $30,000 for design fees in 2022
• Approved $50,000 addition for Renew the Block Program
• Approved $200,000 addition to complete Weigent Park Shelter
• Approved reducing La Crosse County Historical Society Museum Planning Studies from $120,000 to $60,000 in 2022
• Approved removal of Hixon Forest Rehabilitation item
• Approved keeping Red Cloud Park Trail at $50,000
• Approved removal of Springbrook Park Lighting item

Common Council

The Common Council will review several property rezoning requests and conditional use permits. The agenda includes a contract award for the Johnson Street Pedestrian Lighting Project and development agreements for residential projects. The council will also consider street vacations and docking agreements for cruise lines.

• Contract award to Poellinger Electric, Inc. for Johnson Street Pedestrian Lighting ($197,757.48)
• Development agreement for 5th Ward Residences
• Rezoning for a 19-unit apartment building at 1417 13th St S
• Conditional use permit for Gundersen Health System at multiple addresses
• Docking agreements for Viking Cruise Lines and American Queen Steamboat Company

The Common Council approved a conditional use permit for Gundersen Health System off-street parking, adding a 3-year timeline for a traffic demand management assessment (12-1). It also approved a $197,757.48 contract for the Johnson Street Pedestrian Lighting Project, a 19-unit apartment building at 1417 13th St S, and a shared fire administration MOU with Holmen. The 5th Ward Residences development agreement was referred to the Finance & Personnel Committee.

• Approved Gundersen Health System CUP for off-street parking with 3-year traffic assessment amendment (12-1)
• Awarded $197,757.48 contract to Poellinger Electric for Johnson Street Pedestrian Lighting (13-0)
• Adopted ordinance for 19-unit apartment building at 1417 13th St S (13-0)
• Approved partial vacation of right-of-way on 14th Street between Badger and Farwell (13-0)
• Approved MOU with Holmen Area Fire Department for shared fire administration (13-0)
• Referred 5th Ward Residences development agreement to Finance & Personnel Committee (13-0)
• Approved Carson Real Estate LLC CUP at 1011 10th St S (13-0)
• Adopted consent agenda including Viking Cruise Lines docking agreements and USH 14 financial agreement

La Crosse Historic and Cultural Museum Planning Task Force - ABOLISHED 11.11.2021

The La Crosse Historic and Cultural Museum Planning Task Force will elect officers and discuss proposals from FEH Design and Lord Cultural Resource. The meeting also includes a discussion regarding the 2022 Capital Budget Process.

• Election of officers
• Discussion of FEH Design and Lord Cultural Resource proposal (21-0497)
• Review of 2022 Capital Budget Process

Police and Fire Commission

The Police and Fire Commission will review June 2021 personnel reports for both departments. The agenda includes a police promotion and fire department appointments. The commission will also discuss meeting times.

• Promotion of Captain Jason Melby to Assistant Chief
• Appointment of Lieutenant Matthew Miller to regular status
• Scheduling Police Officer interviews

The Police and Fire Commission approved the promotion of Captain Jason Melby to Assistant Chief, and appointed Lieutenant Matthew Miller to regular status. Both personnel reports for June 2021 were accepted and filed. The commission also scheduled police officer interviews for July 26 at 9:00 a.m., with further discussion on meeting times deferred.

• Approved the June 2021 Fire Personnel Report
• Approved appointment of Lieutenant Matthew Miller to regular status
• Approved the June 2021 Police Personnel Report
• Approved promotion of Captain Jason Melby to Assistant Chief
• Scheduled police officer interviews for July 26 at 9:00 a.m.

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works is reviewing several infrastructure and property items. This includes approving payments for real estate acquisitions on South Avenue and La Crosse Street, as well as fiber optic relocation requests.

• Approval of payment list for South Avenue real estate acquisitions
• Dairyland Power request to amend permit for fiber optic relocation on Hwy 14/6
• Request to hire ISG for City Hall fiber extension design (Project #20-414)
• Review of land interest acquisition prices for La Crosse Street
• Lease back approval with Boyer's Budget Furniture, Inc. for South Avenue

The Board of Public Works approved all eight agenda items, including payments for South Avenue land acquisitions, a Dairyland Power fiber-optic permit amendment, excavation at 120 17th Street South with a full-width patch condition, hiring ISG for fiber design to City Hall, a land offering price report for La Crosse Street, a lease-back with Boyer's Budget Furniture, and 2021 long line painting quotes. No items were denied or tabled.

• Approved payment list for South Avenue real estate acquisitions
• Approved Dairyland Power's street privilege permit amendment for fiber relocation on Hwy 14/6
• Approved excavation at 120 17th Street South with curb-to-curb patch condition
• Approved hiring ISG for CIP Project #20-414 fiber extension design to City Hall
• Approved offering price report for La Crosse Street land acquisition
• Approved special condition lease back with Boyer's Budget Furniture for South Avenue
• Approved quotes for 2021 long line painting

Common Council

The La Crosse Common Council meeting scheduled for July 6, 2021, has been cancelled. The agenda included an invitation to discuss shared services with the Holmen Area Fire Department.

Library Board

This Committee of the Whole meeting is held in an advisory capacity where no formal decisions will be made. The board will discuss future revisions to the meeting room policy and plan re-opening celebrations for community libraries.

• Meeting room policy revisions
• Re-opening celebrations for community libraries
• Library closure for staff development day
• Review of Library Staff Compact
• Review of Library Trustee By-Laws

The Library Board held a Committee of the Whole meeting with no formal votes. They discussed revising the meeting room policy, including potential fee increases and charging non-residents more, with a draft to be presented in August. They also planned reopening celebrations, discussed a staff development day closure, and reviewed the staff compact and trustee by-laws.

• Discussed meeting room policy revisions; draft to be brought in August
• Planned reopening celebrations for community libraries
• Discussed staff development day closure for diversity training; motion to be requested next week
• Reviewed library staff compact
• Reviewed library trustee by-laws

Finance & Personnel Committee

The Finance & Personnel Committee will review resolutions regarding docking agreements for Viking Cruise Lines and American Queen Steamboat Company. The agenda also includes a shared fire administration agreement with Holmen Area Fire Department and development plans for 5th Ward Residences.

• Docking Agreements for Viking Cruise Lines and American Queen Steamboat Company
• Shared Fire Administration MOU with Holmen Area Fire Department
• Development agreement for 5th Ward Residences
• Land purchase and sale contract for Lot 4 on Berlin Drive
• Additional funds for the IGA Court-City Pave Project final bill

The Finance & Personnel Committee recommended six resolutions to the Common Council for adoption on 7/8/2021, covering cruise line docking agreements, vacation of Forest Ave and a partial right-of-way on 14th Street, a shared fire administration MOU with Holmen, additional funds for the IGA Court-City Pave Project, a land sale in the International Business Park, and a revised USH 14 reconstruction agreement. The development agreement for 5th Ward Residences was referred with no recommendation. No action was taken on the collective bargaining update.

• Recommended docking agreements for Viking Cruise Lines and American Queen Steamboat Company (6-0)
• Recommended vacation of Forest Ave (6-0)
• Recommended partial vacation of right-of-way on 14th Street between Badger and Farwell Streets (6-0)
• Recommended MOU with Holmen Area Fire Department for shared fire administration (6-0)
• Recommended additional funds for IGA Court-City Pave Project final bill (6-0)
• Recommended land sale contract for Lot 4 on Berlin Drive to Heather & Justin Yahnke (6-0)
• Referred 5th Ward Residences development agreement with no recommendation (6-0)
• Recommended revised State/Municipal Financial Agreement for USH 14 (South Avenue) reconstruction (6-0)

City of La Crosse Diversity Equity Inclusion Team

The Racial Equity Team will hold discussions with the Chair of the Human Rights Commission and a representative from Marine Credit Union. The meeting also includes an update on research regarding grant funding.

• Discussion with Chauncy Turner, Chair of the Human Rights Commission
• Discussion with Majel Hein from Marine Credit Union
• Update on research of grant funding

The meeting was primarily discussion and story gathering, with no formal votes on substantive items. The team heard from the Human Rights Commission chair about collaboration opportunities and from Marine Credit Union about home ownership diversity programs. They also discussed grant funding for a full-time equity staff position, noting no current city funding exists. The only formal action was approving the previous meeting's minutes.

• Approved the previous meeting minutes (motion by Gwendolyn Benish, seconded by Tim Koterwski)
• Discussed collaboration with the Human Rights Commission, including advisory and training roles
• Heard presentation from Marine Credit Union on equity/inclusion and the Finding Home program
• Discussed grant funding research for equity positions, noting no city funding is currently available
• Discussed future agenda items, including securing funding and advocating for policy changes

Judiciary & Administration Committee

The Judiciary & Administration Committee is reviewing several ordinance amendments and property rezonings. The agenda includes public hearings for various conditional use permits and business license applications.

• Rezoning 1417 13th St S to allow a 19-unit apartment building
• Conditional use permit for Gundersen Health System for off-street parking
• Ordinance amending conditional uses in the Washburn District
• Property transfer at 1740 State Street from Commercial to Multiple Dwelling District
• Contract renewal for the State of Wisconsin Hazardous Materials Response System Services

The Judiciary & Administration Committee voted 7-0 to recommend the Common Council NOT adopt a resolution approving Viterbo University's conditional use permit for 821/823 7th St S, which would have allowed demolition of a duplex and conversion to green space. The committee also recommended approval of several other items, including a Washburn District zoning ordinance, a hazardous materials contract renewal, and multiple conditional use permits and zoning changes. All recommendations will go to the Common Council on July 8, 2021.

• Recommended NOT adopting Viterbo University's conditional use permit for 821/823 7th St S (7-0).
• Recommended adopting ordinance amending conditional use rules in the Washburn District (7-0).
• Recommended adopting resolution authorizing School District of Onalaska to appoint crossing guards (7-0).
• Recommended adopting resolution renewing hazardous materials response contract with State of Wisconsin for 2021-2023 (7-0).
• Recommended adopting ordinance transferring property at 1740 State St from Commercial to Multiple Dwelling District (7-0).
• Recommended approving conditional use permit for Carson Real Estate LLC at 1011 10th St S (5-2).
• Recommended approving conditional use permit for La Cro Products, Inc. at 1636 Liberty St (6-0).
• Recommended re-referring ordinance on NFPA Fire Prevention Code for 30 days (6-0).

Judiciary & Administration Committee

The Judiciary & Administration Committee voted unanimously (6-0, with one absence) to recommend approval of late renewals for three liquor licenses to the Common Council. The applications were from DKLAX LLC dba Black Forest Bistro, Red Lobster Hospitality LLC dba Red Lobster #546, and Tra Vigne dba JavaVino. All were for the 2021-2022 license period.

• Recommended approval of Class B Beer and Class C Wine licenses for DKLAX LLC dba Black Forest Bistro at 3800 State Road 16 (late renewal).
• Recommended approval of Combination Class B Beer and Liquor license for Red Lobster Hospitality LLC dba Red Lobster #546 at 3333 State Road 16 (late renewal).
• Recommended approval of Combination Class B Beer and Liquor, Class B Beer Garden, Indoor Cabaret, and Outdoor Cabaret licenses for Tra Vigne dba JavaVino at 2311 State Road (late renewal).
• Adjourned the meeting.

Common Council

The La Crosse Common Council is holding a special meeting to consider late renewal applications for various beer, wine, and liquor licenses. The council will also address a request to suspend a rule regarding late renewal applications.

• Late renewal of beer and wine licenses for Black Forest Bistro at 3800 State Road 16 FC05
• Late renewal of beer and liquor licenses for Red Lobster #546 at 3333 State Road 16
• Late renewal of various alcohol and cabaret licenses for JavaVino at 2311 State Road
• Suspension of Council Rule VIII regarding late renewal applications

The Common Council held a special meeting and unanimously approved three late renewal applications for alcohol licenses. All three resolutions were adopted with 11 yes votes, with one excused and one absent. The meeting was procedural, with no other substantive decisions.

• Approved Class B Beer and Class C Wine license for Black Forest Bistro at 3800 State Road 16 (11-0)
• Approved Combination Class B Beer and Liquor license for Red Lobster #546 at 3333 State Road 16 (11-0)
• Approved Combination Class B Beer and Liquor, Beer Garden, and Cabaret licenses for JavaVino at 2311 State Road (11-0)

Budget Parameter Committee

The Budget Parameter Committee will hold a discussion regarding the 2022 operating budget. The meeting also includes the election of officers and approval of minutes from July 21, 2020.

• Election of officers
• Approval of July 21, 2020 meeting minutes
• Discussion of 2022 operating budget (item 21-0946)

The Budget Parameter Committee directed the Mayor to develop recommendations for the 2022 operating budget, one of which must reflect no tax rate increase. The committee also adopted the Board of Estimates meeting dates. Both motions passed unanimously.

• Directed the Mayor to develop budget recommendations, including one with no tax rate increase (motion carried unanimously).
• Adopted the Board of Estimates meeting dates (motion carried unanimously).
• Approved the minutes of July 21, 2020 (unanimous consent).
• Elected Mayor Mitch Reynolds as Chair and Vice Chair (unanimous consent).

Board of Public Works

The Board is reviewing final payments for several park and road reconstruction projects. The agenda also includes requests for new parking regulations, sign permits, and street vacations. Additionally, the board will consider utility work and a request from Riverfest regarding helicopter rides.

• Final payments for Badger Hickey Park, Carroll Field, and Red Cloud Park improvements
• Construction change orders for City Hall Council Chambers and State Road watermain replacement
• Proposed parking changes on Rublee Street and Myrick Park Lane
• Approval of street vacations for Forest Avenue and 14th Street
• Request from Riverfest to use the Oktoberfest Lot for helicopter rides

The Board of Public Works approved all 14 agenda items by voice vote, including payment lists, change orders, final payments, parking restrictions, street privilege permits, a loading zone, a non-standard water main, and Riverfest helicopter rides. It also recommended two street vacations to the Judiciary & Administration Committee. No items were denied or tabled.

• Approved minutes of June 21, 2021
• Approved ROW acquisition payment list for South Avenue
• Approved construction contract change orders
• Approved construction contract final payments
• Approved no-parking on both sides of 1900 block Rublee Street
• Approved 2-hour parking on west side of 600 block Myrick Park Lane
• Approved Xcel Energy line in Northside Industrial Park with condition to replace concrete panels
• Recommended to adopt vacation of Forest Ave and partial vacation of 14th Street right-of-way

City Plan Commission

The City Plan Commission will review several rezoning requests and conditional use permit applications. These items include changes to the Washburn District, property transfers for residential or industrial use, and street vacation resolutions.

• Rezoning 1417 13th St S from Residence to Multiple Dwelling for a 19-unit apartment building
• Ordinance to amend conditional uses in the Washburn District
• Conditional use permit for Gundersen Health System for off-street parking at multiple locations
• Rezoning 1720 16th St S from Single Family to Light Industrial for garage or retail space
• Resolution authorizing a land purchase and sale contract for Lot 4 on Berlin Drive

The City Plan Commission recommended adoption of several ordinances and resolutions, including zoning changes for properties on State Street, 16th St S, and 13th St S, and a land sale in the International Business Park. It approved conditional use permits for Carson Real Estate LLC, Gundersen Health System, La Cro Products, and RIP Current Restaurant & Bar, with conditions for some. It denied a conditional use permit for Viterbo University to demolish a duplex and create green space.

• Recommended adoption of partial vacation of right-of-way on 14th Street between Badger and Farwell Streets.
• Recommended adoption of ordinance amending conditional uses in the Washburn District.
• Recommended adoption of ordinance transferring property at 1740 State Street to Multiple Dwelling District.
• Approved conditional use permit for Carson Real Estate LLC at 1011 10th St S, with condition of a PILOT agreement (5-1).
• Recommended adoption of ordinance transferring property at 1720 16th St S to Light Industrial District.
• Approved conditional use permit for Gundersen Health System for off-street parking, with conditions including a five-year term (5-1).
• Approved conditional use permit for La Cro Products at 1636 Liberty St, with condition of a PMSA.
• Recommended adoption of ordinance transferring property at 1417 13th St S to Multiple Dwelling District.

Neighborhood Revitalization Commission

The commission will discuss future projects with the Municipal Transit Utility Director. The meeting also includes a discussion on public streetscapes and an update on the off-street parking requirements elimination ordinance.

• Discussion with Municipal Transit Utility Director Adam Lorentz regarding future projects
• Discussion on neighborhood and city collaboration for public streetscapes
• Update on Off-Street Parking Requirements Elimination Ordinance
• Approval of May 3, 2021 meeting minutes

The Neighborhood Revitalization Commission approved the May 3, 2021 meeting minutes as amended, with a 7-0 vote. They discussed future projects with the Municipal Transit Utility, but the director could not attend and will present at the August 30th meeting. The commission also discussed neighborhood and city collaboration on public streetscape maintenance, with members expressing interest in forming a subcommittee. Staff reported they had not yet worked on the off-street parking ordinance amendments; direction was to bring drafts of both commercial and multi-family ordinances to the next meeting.

• Approved the May 3, 2021 meeting minutes as amended (7-0).
• Noted that Adam Lorentz, MTU Director, will attend the August 30th meeting instead.
• Discussed streetscape maintenance; members expressed interest in a subcommittee to explore a beautification initiative.
• Staff to look into City processes for traffic circle maintenance and partnerships.
• No action taken on off-street parking ordinance; drafts to be brought to next meeting.

Climate Action Plan Steering Committee

The committee will elect a chairperson and vice-chairperson. Members will discuss proposals from various firms to select consultants for interviews and review an equity tool from Cleveland's climate plan. The meeting also includes a discussion on Eau Claire's Renewable Energy Action Plan.

• Election of chairperson and vice-chairperson
• Selection of consultants for interviews from various proposals
• Review of Cleveland's Climate Action Plan Equity Tool
• Discussion of Eau Claire's Renewable Energy Action Plan

The Climate Action Plan Steering Committee elected Mackenzie Mindel as chairperson and Cathy Van Maren as vice chairperson. They voted to postpone consultant interviews to July 15 to allow more time to review ten proposals. The committee also discussed adapting Cleveland's equity tool and reviewed Eau Claire's renewable energy plan, but took no formal action on those items.

• Elected Mackenzie Mindel as chairperson and Cathy Van Maren as vice chairperson (voice vote)
• Referred consultant proposal review to July 15 meeting (voice vote)

Economic Development Commission - Abolished 2.9.2023

The Economic Development Commission will consider a resolution approving the development agreement for 5th Ward Residences. The meeting also includes updates on the Coulee Region Business Center and Synergy group discussions. Additionally, the commission will introduce Julie Emslie, the new Economic Development Administrator.

• Resolution approving development agreement for 5th Ward Residences
• Update on Coulee Region Business Center (CRBC)
• Update on Synergy group discussions
• Introduction to Julie Emslie, Economic Development Administrator

The Economic Development Commission voted unanimously to recommend the Trane Plant 6 development agreement to the Finance & Personnel Committee, with instructions for staff to alter the rate-of-return and road financing provisions. The recommendation followed a closed session. The commission also approved the June 15, 2021 minutes and received updates on the Coulee Region Business Center and Synergy group discussions.

• Approved the June 15, 2021 minutes unanimously.
• Moved into closed session to discuss negotiation strategies for the Trane Plant 6 agreement.
• Reconvened in open session after closed session.
• Recommended the Trane Plant 6 development agreement to the Finance & Personnel Committee, with staff directed to make changes to rate-of-return and road financing provisions.
• Adjourned the meeting at 10:06 AM.

Redevelopment Authority

The authority will discuss the River Point District with Red Earth LLC and consider planning option agreements with Merge, LLC, MWF Properties, LLC, and Hoffer, LLC. The meeting also includes a financial update and discussion regarding an expense threshold for the Executive Director.

• Planning Option Agreement with Merge, LLC (River Point District)
• Planning Option Agreement with MWF Properties, LLC (River Point District)
• Planning Option Agreement with Hoffer, LLC (River Point District)
• Presentation and discussion with Red Earth LLC regarding River Point District
• Setting an expense threshold for Executive Director payments

The Redevelopment Authority approved the May 27, 2021 minutes and set an expense threshold for the Executive Director. It denied a Planning Option Agreement with Hoffer, LLC for the River Point District, and referred similar agreements with Merge, LLC and MWF Properties, LLC to the next meeting after closed session. The board also received updates on the River Point District and monthly financials.

• Approved May 27, 2021 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Executive Director expense threshold per staff recommendation (unanimous)
• Denied Planning Option Agreement with Hoffer, LLC (unanimous)
• Referred Planning Option Agreement with Merge, LLC to next meeting (unanimous)
• Referred Planning Option Agreement with MWF Properties, LLC to next meeting (unanimous)

Heritage Preservation Commission

The Heritage Preservation Commission will elect a new chair and review previous meeting minutes. The commission will consider landmark nominations for the U.S. Fish Control Laboratory garage and Fire Station #5. Members will also receive updates on 2022 capital budget items and several building projects.

• Amended nomination of U.S. Fish Control Laboratory garage as a Local Historic Landmark
• Election of Chair
• Update on 2022 Capital Budget Items
• Updates on Casino Bar Building, Club Toucan Building, and Riverside Park cell tower
• Fire Station #5 National Register of Historic Places nomination communication

The Heritage Preservation Commission voted 5-0 to amend the Local Historic Landmark nomination for the U.S. Fish Control Laboratory at 410 Veterans Memorial Drive E to include the detached garage, enabling its restoration for adaptive reuse. The Commission also elected Mackenzie Mindel as chair, approved the March 25 meeting minutes, and voted 6-0 to send a letter of support for the nomination of Fire Station #5 to the National Register. The April 22 minutes were deferred due to a viewing issue, and updates were provided on capital budget items and building orders.

• Elected Mackenzie Mindel as chair (unanimous)
• Approved March 25, 2021 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Amended U.S. Fish Control Laboratory nomination to include garage (5-0)
• Sent letter of support for Fire Station #5 National Register nomination (6-0)
• Deferred approval of April 22, 2021 minutes to next meeting

Committee for Citizens with Disabilities

The Committee for Citizens with Disabilities will discuss several accessibility topics. This includes reviewing a draft of the Downtown Master Plan mobility chapter and identifying wheelchair ramp locations for an AARP award. The committee will also address intersection concerns on North George St.

• Review of Downtown Master Plan mobility chapter draft
• Identifying wheelchair ramp locations for AARP Community Challenge Award
• Intersection concern at North George St. near Kwik Trip and McDonalds
• Comments on Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD)
• Updates on July ADA Anniversary activities

The Committee for Citizens with Disabilities approved an attendance policy stating that three consecutive unexcused absences result in removal from the committee. Members also recommended purchasing portable rubber wheelchair ramps with an $11,060 AARP grant, with location assessments to be done by Richard Chrz and Thriving, Livable La Crosse. Comments on the Downtown Master Plan mobility chapter included adding adult-sized changing tables, gender-neutral bathrooms, and keeping sidewalks clear of obstructions. The meeting was otherwise procedural, including approval of previous minutes.

• Approved attendance policy: 3 consecutive unexcused absences lead to removal (voice vote)
• Recommended portable rubber wheelchair ramps for AARP grant purchase
• Directed Richard Chrz to collaborate on assessing ramp locations
• Approved previous meeting minutes (voice vote)

La Crosse Center Board

The board will review May 2021 financials and a summary report regarding the La Crosse Center Project. The meeting includes a tour of new ballroom and meeting room space. Additionally, the Director's Report will cover staffing status and Shuttered Venue Operator's Grant status.

• Approval of April and May 2021 liquor invoices
• Tour of new Ballroom and Meeting Room Space
• Kraus Anderson Summary Report on La Crosse Center Project
• Convention Update for June 2021
• Review of May 2021 financials and year-to-date data

The La Crosse Center Board met on June 22, 2021, but due to a lack of quorum, they held over the approval of minutes from April 26, 2021, and the liquor invoices from April and May 2021 to the next meeting. The board received updates on convention activity, financials, construction progress, and marketing analytics, and recommended future financial reports compare to 2019 due to COVID-19 impacts.

• Held over approval of April 26, 2021 minutes to next meeting due to lack of quorum
• Held over liquor invoices from April and May 2021 to next meeting due to lack of quorum
• Recommended future financial reports compare to 2019 instead of 2020
• Suggested monitoring a lost business report and reducing convention history report to 10 years
• Recommended creating benchmarks for staffing levels and workloads

Building and Housing Appeals Board

The Board will consider a variance request regarding the height of a front porch railing at 1512 Madison St. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from the April 27, 2021 meeting.

• Variance request for front porch railing height at 1512 Madison St.

The Building and Housing Appeals Board unanimously denied a variance request by Collin and Susanna Driscoll to exceed the railing height limits for the front porch at 1512 Madison St. The denial was based on Municipal Code Sec. 103-33, 103-63 and State Code Sec. 321.04(c). The board also approved the minutes from the April 27, 2021 meeting.

• Denied variance request for railing height at 1512 Madison St. (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of April 27, 2021 meeting (unanimous)

Community Development Committee - Abolished 2.9.2023

The committee will hold a public hearing and review the 2020 Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER). The agenda also includes consideration of a developers agreement for 7th and Jackson and several housing rehabilitation actions.

• Public hearing on 2020 CAPER report
• Adoption of 2020 CAPER summary
• Approval of 7th and Jackson Developers Agreement
• Actions on five housing rehabilitation and renovation clients

The Community Development Committee approved the 2020 Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER) for adoption and filing, and approved the 7th and Jackson Developers Agreement. It also approved housing rehabilitation and renovation actions for five clients, including one with an exception to the exterior renovation requirement. The committee elected Mayor Reynolds as Chair and Council President Janssen as Vice Chair, and approved the May 11, 2021 minutes.

• Elected Mayor Reynolds as Chair and Council President Janssen as Vice Chair (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from May 11, 2021 (unanimous)
• Approved 2020 CAPER for adoption and filing (unanimous)
• Approved 7th and Jackson Developers Agreement (unanimous)
• Approved Housing Rehabilitation Client #131721 (unanimous)
• Approved Housing Rehabilitation Client #131921 (unanimous)
• Approved Housing Rehabilitation Client #132221 (unanimous)
• Approved Housing Renovation Client #Reno3121 with exception to 25% exterior renovation requirement (unanimous)

Board of Public Works

The Board will review construction change orders for the La Crosse Center and consider quotes for structure demolitions. The agenda also includes discussions regarding lead contamination in the La Crosse River Marsh and repairs to Well 20.

• Quotes for structure demolition at Liberty, Charles, and Gillette Streets
• Approval of payment for South Avenue right-of-way acquisitions
• Acceptance of Farnam Street Civil Defense Siren replacement quote
• Three-month street permit extension request for Pine Street utility work
• Approval to hire Municipal Well and Pump for Well 20 casing repair

The Board of Public Works approved all action items on the agenda, including construction change orders, a siren replacement quote, a street permit extension, and a structure demolition contract. The board also approved hiring a contractor for Well 20 casing repair and went into closed session to discuss lead contamination negotiations. No items were denied or tabled.

• Approved bidder's proof of responsibility (3-0)
• Approved construction contract change orders (3-0)
• Approved payment list for South Avenue right-of-way acquisitions (3-0)
• Accepted 2021 Farnam Street civil defense siren replacement quote (3-0)
• Approved 3-month extension of temporary street permit for UW-L utility work on Pine Street (3-0)
• Approved STAR Association's request to park equipment trailer on street without permit fee (3-0)
• Approved hiring Municipal Well and Pump to repair Well 20 casing (3-0)
• Approved structure demolition at Liberty, Charles, and Gillette streets (3-0)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will meet on June 21, 2021, to hear requests for property variances. The board will review an appeal regarding a setback requirement at 1711 Weston St. and an appeal for a privacy fence at 3514 Mormon Coulee Rd.

• Variance appeal for a 15-foot, 1-inch front property line setback at 1711 Weston St.
• Appeal to allow a 6-foot tall wooden privacy fence at 3514 Mormon Coulee Rd.

The Board of Zoning Appeals denied a variance request for a front porch at 1711 Weston St., which would have required a 1-foot, 7-inch setback reduction. The motion to grant failed 3-2. The board also denied a variance to allow a 6-foot wooden privacy fence at 3514 Mormon Coulee Rd, voting 5-0 to deny.

• Denied variance for front porch at 1711 Weston St. (motion failed 3-2)
• Denied variance for wooden privacy fence at 3514 Mormon Coulee Rd (motion carried 5-0)

City Plan Commission

The City Plan Commission is reviewing the draft 2022-2026 Capital Budget Summary. Public hearings for this budget are scheduled for July 12 and July 19, 2021. The commission will also review the CIP meeting schedule.

• Draft 2022-2026 Capital Budget Summary
• CIP Meeting Schedule
• Approval of June 1, 2021 minutes

The City Plan Commission approved several amendments to the 2022-2026 Capital Improvement Program (CIP), including adding three street projects and modifying funding sources and amounts for various department requests. The commission also approved a $1.5 million request for a female officer's locker room at the Police Station, with one opposing vote. No action was taken on presentations from the Fire Department, La Crosse Center, and Library.

• Approved minutes from June 1, 2021 (unanimous)
• Approved adding three street projects on Cliffside Drive, Hyde Avenue, and Rose Street to the CIP budget (unanimous)
• Approved amendments to Planning, Development & Assessment Department CIP requests, including funding source changes and project phasing (unanimous)
• Approved Police Department's $1.5 million request for female officer's locker room (voice vote, Trost opposed)
• Approved removal of two Utilities Department CIP items (unanimous)

Board of Park Commissioners

The Board of Park Commissioners will consider several requests to host events at Riverside Park, Civic Centre Park, and Myrick Park. The agenda also includes a request for tree removal on Caledonia Street and a six-month lease for the Green Island Ice Arena.

• Request to host 'BUS-eum' Exhibit at Riverside Park on July 10, 2021
• Request for Car Show & Fundraiser Event with alcohol sales at Riverside Park on August 14, 2021
• Request to host Art Market in Civic Centre Park from July through September 2021
• Six-month lease request for Green Island Ice Arena by River City Youth Hockey
• Request to remove a tree from the boulevard at 1019 Caledonia Street

The Board of Park Commissioners approved four event requests (BUS-eum exhibit, Car Show & Fundraiser, Art Market, and Hunger Walk/Run/Bike), a six-month lease for Green Island Ice Arena, and referred a tree removal request back to the board. A discussion on City Hall green space took no action.

• Approved BUS-eum Exhibit at Riverside Park (voice vote)
• Approved Car Show & Fundraiser with alcohol at Riverside Park (voice vote)
• Approved Art Market in Civic Centre Park (voice vote)
• Approved Coulee Region Hunger Walk/Run/Bike at Myrick Park (voice vote)
• Referred tree removal at 1019 Caledonia St to board, due 7/15/2021 (voice vote)
• Received and filed MOU with La Crosse Neighborhoods, Inc. (voice vote)
• Approved six-month lease with River City Youth Hockey for Green Island Ice Arena (voice vote)

Economic Development Commission - Abolished 2.9.2023

The Economic Development Commission will consider a draft development agreement with Stizo Development, LLC regarding the redevelopment of Trane Plant 6. The meeting may include a closed session to discuss negotiation strategies.

• Draft development agreement with Stizo Development, LLC for Trane Plant 6

The Economic Development Commission met in special session and approved the prior meeting's minutes. The only substantive action was a unanimous roll-call vote to enter closed session to discuss negotiation strategies for a development agreement with Stizo Development, LLC for the Trane Plant 6 redevelopment. No open-session decision on the agreement itself was made, and the meeting adjourned after the closed session.

• Approved the minutes of the previous meeting by unanimous voice vote.
• Moved into closed session by unanimous roll-call vote to discuss negotiation strategies for the Stizo Development, LLC agreement for Trane Plant 6.
• Adjourned the meeting at 9:21 AM after the closed session.

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will review construction change orders for the La Crosse Center. The agenda also includes decisions on a Verizon cell pole permit and new parking or loading zone regulations. Additionally, the board will consider a lease approval with Autosport Acquisitions, LLC.

• Construction contract change orders for La Crosse Center ballroom and concessions
• Verizon Street Privilege Permit Request for a small cell pole on State Street
• No Parking order for the 600 block of Sumner Street
• Loading Zone establishment on 4th Street South
• Lease approval with Autosport Acquisitions, LLC

The Board of Public Works approved all agenda items by voice vote, including construction change orders, a bidder's proof of responsibility, a Verizon street privilege permit for a small cell pole, no-parking and loading zone orders, and a lease with Autosport Acquisitions, LLC. The meeting was adjourned at 10:10 a.m.

• Approved construction contract change orders (21-0872).
• Approved bidder's proof of responsibility (21-0870).
• Approved Verizon street privilege permit for small cell pole in 50 State Street right of way (21-0632).
• Approved no parking on west side of 600 block of Sumner Street (21-0848).
• Approved loading zone on east side of 4th Street South near Jay Street (21-0849).
• Approved lease with Autosport Acquisitions, LLC (21-0868).

Common Council

The Common Council will review several infrastructure contracts for road reconstruction and bridge projects. The agenda also includes zoning changes for housing and commercial use, as well as various business license applications. Some items, including a rezoning for an apartment building on King Street, are recommended against adoption.

• Contract for Houska Park Drive Road Reconstruction: $419,915.08
• Contract for Lang Drive and Copeland Avenue bridges: $497,160.28
• Contract for 2nd Street South-Jay to State Street project: $660,774.14
• Zoning change for multifamily housing at 1319 and 1325 Saint Andrew Street
• Ordinance for temporary parking at Oakland St and 14th St N

The Common Council awarded three construction contracts totaling $1,577,849.50 for road and bridge projects, rejected all bids for the Weigent Park Shelter Project, and referred a zoning ordinance for an apartment building at 1106-1108 King St. for 60 days. The council also confirmed appointments to various boards and commissions and adopted a consent agenda with numerous resolutions and ordinances.

• Awarded $419,915.08 contract to Chippewa Concrete Services for Houska Park Drive Road Reconstruction (12-0)
• Awarded $497,160.28 contract to Zenith Tech for Lang Drive and Copeland Avenue bridges over La Crosse River (12-0)
• Awarded $660,774.14 contract to Fowler & Hammer for 2nd Street South project (12-0)
• Rejected all bids for Weigent Park Shelter Project (12-0)
• Referred ordinance for apartment building at 1106-1108 King St. for 60 days (10-2)
• Confirmed appointments to boards and commissions (12-0)
• Adopted consent agenda with ordinances and resolutions (unanimous voice vote)

Police and Fire Commission

The Commission will review the May 2021 Fire and Police Personnel Reports. This includes discussing La Crosse/Holmen Fire Department negotiations and appointments for Division Chief Steven Cash and Officer Hayden Halverson to regular status.

• La Crosse/Holmen Fire Department negotiations
• Appointment of Division Chief Steven Cash to regular status
• Appointment of Officer Hayden Halverson to regular status
• Discussion regarding meeting time

The La Crosse Police and Fire Commission approved the May 2021 fire and police personnel reports, and confirmed two appointments to regular status: Division Chief Steven Cash and Officer Hayden Halverson. All motions were unanimous. No other substantive decisions were made; a discussion on meeting time was deferred to a future meeting.

• Approved May 2021 Fire Personnel Report (unanimous)
• Approved appointment of Division Chief Steven Cash to regular status (unanimous)
• Approved May 2021 Police Personnel Report (unanimous)
• Approved appointment of Officer Hayden Halverson to regular status (unanimous)

Housing Authority of the City of La Crosse

The Housing Authority of the City of La Crosse will review departmental reports and financial updates. The board will consider resolutions regarding uncollectible debts and vehicle replacements. They will also discuss opening a Section 8 Mainstream Only waiting list.

• Resolution #2250 to write off Uncollectible Debts
• Resolution #2251 to trade a 2011 Ford Fusion and dispose of appliances
• LHA Project No. 10042 Hybrid Compact SUV Replacement
• Approval to open Section 8 Mainstream Only waiting list

The Housing Authority approved routine financial items, including bills totaling $233,708.76 and a resolution to write off uncollectible debts. They also approved trading a 2011 Ford Fusion, buying a hybrid SUV for $22,190, and opening the Section 8 Mainstream waiting list. The board discussed reopening common areas in high-rise buildings and scheduled an in-person meeting for July 14, 2021.

• Approved May 12, 2021 minutes
• Approved bills totaling $233,708.76
• Approved Resolution #2250 to write off uncollectible debts
• Approved Resolution #2251 to trade 2011 Ford Fusion and dispose of appliances
• Approved low bid of $22,190 from Dahl Ford for hybrid SUV replacement
• Approved opening Section 8 Mainstream waiting list on June 21, 2021

Council Planning Meeting

The Council Planning meeting includes a presentation providing an overview of City finances. This presentation is delivered by the Director of Finance & Human Resources.

• Presentation on City finances (Item 21-0802)

The La Crosse City Council held a planning meeting on June 8, 2021, with a single agenda item: a presentation by the Director of Finance & Human Resources providing an overview of city finances. The item was for discussion only, and no action was taken. The meeting adjourned at 7:38 p.m.

• Heard presentation on city finances (discussion only, no action taken)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:38 p.m. (motion carried)

Human Rights Commission

The Human Rights Commission will elect officers and approve minutes from April 30, 2021. The commission will evaluate whether a fair housing complaint by James L Brown contains sufficient facts to be actionable. Members will also discuss future trainings and receive an update on the Racial Equity Team.

• Election of officers
• Fair housing complaint determination (James L Brown)
• Discussion on future trainings and presentations
• Update on Racial Equity Team

The commission unanimously elected Chauncy Turner as Chair and Tracy Littlejohn as Vice Chair. It approved April 30, 2021 minutes (Littlejohn abstained). After hearing from both parties in a fair housing complaint by James L Brown, the commission unanimously found the complaint alleges sufficient facts to be actionable, with McDermid recused. No action was taken on future trainings or the Racial Equity Team update.

• Elected Chauncy Turner as Chair (unanimous voice vote)
• Elected Tracy Littlejohn as Vice Chair (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved April 30, 2021 minutes (voice vote; Littlejohn abstained)
• Found fair housing complaint by James L Brown actionable (unanimous voice vote; McDermid recused)

Bicycle-Pedestrian Advisory Committee

The committee will receive an update on the King St Greenway Extension from 7th St. to Mississippi. The agenda also includes reviewing design comments on MUTCD revisions and an RFP for a bike-pedestrian plan update.

• King St Greenway Extension (7th St. to Mississippi) update
• NACTO and Toole Design comments on draft MUTCD revision
• RFP for Bike-Ped Plan Update
• Market Street update

The Bicycle-Pedestrian Advisory Committee approved the previous meeting minutes and elected Robert Young as vice-chair by voice vote, with Council Member Sleznikow remaining as chair. The committee also received updates on the King St Greenway Extension, discussed comments on the draft MUTCD revision, formed a subcommittee to research the format for a Bike-Ped Plan update, and assigned a field survey of Market St. for the July meeting. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved previous meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Elected Robert Young as vice-chair (voice vote)
• Kept Council Member Sleznikow as chair
• Formed subcommittee for Bike-Ped Plan update outreach format
• Assigned field survey of Market St. for July meeting

Library Board

The La Crosse Public Library Board will meet via video conference to approve May 2021 minutes and financial reports. The meeting includes reports on American Rescue Plan funding requests and requests to restore library positions for 2022. Updates will also be provided regarding the Branch Refresh Project and summer programming.

• Introduction of new Business Services Manager Ian Howden
• Reports on 2022 requests to restore library positions
• Reports on American Rescue Plan funding requests
• Updates on the Branch Refresh Project
• Information on the Summer Library Program and Story Walk Project

The Library Board approved the minutes from May 11 and the bills and financial reports for May 2021. A retirement contribution error was identified and will be corrected by City Finance. The board also heard updates on staffing, budget requests, and service expansions.

• Approved minutes of May 11, 2021 (Araysa Simpson / Katie Bittner)
• Approved bills and financial reports for May 2021 (Shelley Hay / Aaron Engel)

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will review construction change orders for the La Crosse Center and land acquisitions for South Avenue. The agenda also includes a request for temporary speed bumps on 8th through 11th Streets and sewer excavation at 1019 Clinton Street.

• Request for temporary speed bumps on 8th, 9th, 10th, and 11th Streets
• Payment list for South Avenue right-of-way acquisitions
• Construction contract change orders for La Crosse Center retention
• Approval of offering price reports for La Crosse Street project parcels
• Sewer repair excavation request at 1019 Clinton Street

The Board of Public Works approved several routine items including bidder responsibility, construction change orders, right-of-way payments, a reduced barricade fee for Rotary Lights, a leased property agreement with Today's Trees, a Recycling Department logo, a sewer repair excavation request, and appraisal reports for the La Crosse Street project. A request for temporary speed bumps on 8th-11th Streets was tabled pending resolution of an ordinance issue. No action was taken on the Kraus Anderson construction update.

• Approved bidder's proof of responsibility (4-0)
• Approved construction contract change orders (4-0)
• Approved payment list for South Avenue right-of-way acquisitions (4-0)
• Tabled temporary speed bumps on 8th-11th Streets (4-0)
• Approved reduced barricade fee of $688 for Rotary Lights (4-0)
• Approved leased property agreement with Today's Trees (4-0)
• Approved Recycling Department logo (4-0)
• Approved excavation request at 1019 Clinton Street (4-0)

Arts and Culture Board

The Arts and Culture Board will review the Burns Park mural selection by Cameron King. The meeting also includes a presentation from Anne Katz of Arts Wisconsin.

• Review of Burns Park mural selection by Cameron King
• Presentation by Anne Katz from Arts Wisconsin
• Election of officers

The Arts Board held a routine meeting with no substantive decisions. It re-elected Jennifer Williams as chair and Dillon McArdle as vice chair, approved the May minutes, and reviewed two informational items—the Burns Park mural selection and a presentation by Anne Katz from Arts Wisconsin—without taking action.

• Re-elected Jennifer Williams as Board Chair (voice vote)
• Elected Dillon McArdle as Board Vice Chair (voice vote)
• Approved minutes from May meeting (voice vote)
• Reviewed Burns Park mural selection, no action taken
• Reviewed Arts Wisconsin presentation, no action taken

Finance & Personnel Committee

The Finance & Personnel Committee will consider several resolutions regarding city infrastructure and public services. Items include authorizing neighborhood safety lights and approving airport federal funds. The committee will also discuss collective bargaining updates.

• Installation of four neighborhood safety lights and fund appropriation
• Acceptance of Federal funds for La Crosse Regional Airport
• Rescinding $100,000 for COVID-19 supplies from the Operating Contingency budget
• Agreement for STH 35 reconstruction and traffic signal improvements
• Amending park improvement location to Trane Park

The Finance & Personnel Committee voted unanimously to recommend 10 resolutions to the Common Council for adoption at its June 10, 2021 meeting. These include funding for neighborhood safety lights, approval of the 2020 wastewater compliance report, a contract with the La Crosse Tribune as official newspaper, acceptance of federal COVID-19 relief funds for the airport, rescinding $100,000 in COVID-19 supply funds, partnering on a RAISE grant application, signing state agreements for road and traffic signal projects, amending a park location, and approving a lease with Hunger Task Force. No action was taken on the collective bargaining update.

• Recommended adoption of resolution for four neighborhood safety lights (6-0)
• Recommended approval of 2020 Compliance Maintenance Annual Report for wastewater facility (6-0)
• Recommended contract with La Crosse Tribune as official newspaper (6-0)
• Recommended acceptance of federal COVID-19 relief funds for airport (6-0)
• Recommended rescinding $100,000 for COVID-19 supplies from contingency budget (6-0)
• Recommended partnership in RAISE transportation grant application (6-0)
• Recommended amended state agreement for STH 35 reconstruction (6-0)
• Recommended updated agreement for traffic signal safety improvements (6-0)

Floodplain Advisory Committee

The committee will receive an update on the Ebner Coulee Floodplain Study submittal preparation. The agenda also includes presentations regarding nonstructural flood mitigation assessments and discussions on funding for flood mitigation.

• Ebner Coulee Floodplain Study submittal preparation update (20-0327)
• Nonstructural Flood Mitigation Assessment presentation (21-0813)
• Update on meeting with City Staff, FEMA, and WDNR (21-0812)
• Discussion regarding funding for flood mitigation (21-0816)

The Floodplain Advisory Committee met virtually and handled routine business: it approved the previous meeting's minutes, elected Andrea Richmond as Chair and Scott Neumeister as Vice Chair, and received informational updates on the Ebner Coulee floodplain study, a FEMA/WDNR meeting, a nonstructural flood mitigation assessment, and flood mitigation funding. No substantive policy decisions were made; the meeting was largely procedural and informational.

• Approved previous meeting minutes by voice vote
• Elected Andrea Richmond as Chair by voice vote
• Elected Scott Neumeister as Vice Chair by voice vote
• Adjourned at 5:10 PM

Board of Public Works

The Board is reviewing several construction contract change orders and final payments for various city projects. The agenda also includes requests for street permits, right-of-way acquisitions, and parking ordinance amendments.

• Construction contract change orders for River Point District and La Crosse Center
• Final payments for Veterans Memorial Pool renovation and Powell Park improvements
• Verizon permit request for a small cell pole in the State Street right-of-way
• Right-of-way acquisition payments for DOT projects at various intersections and South Avenue
• Ordinance to amend parking exemptions for trade vehicles

The Board of Public Works approved routine items including construction change orders, final payments, bidder responsibility, right-of-way payment lists, and an extension of curbside pickup zones. It denied Verizon's requested small cell pole location at 50 State Street and referred the matter for staff to work with Verizon on a new location, with a report due June 14, 2021. The board also referred a request for temporary speed bumps on 8th-11th Streets to the Fire Department for review, and recommended adoption of an ordinance on trade vehicle parking exemptions and a wastewater facility report.

• Approved construction contract change orders (voice vote)
• Approved construction contract final payments (voice vote)
• Approved bidder's proof of responsibility (voice vote)
• Approved payment list for ROW acquisitions for various intersections (voice vote)
• Approved payment list for ROW acquisitions for South Avenue (voice vote)
• Denied Verizon small cell pole location at 50 State Street; referred to staff for new location (voice vote)
• Approved extension of 15-minute curbside pickup zones until June 30, 2021 (voice vote)
• Referred temporary speed bump request on 8th-11th Streets to Fire Department for review (voice vote)

Judiciary & Administration Committee

The Judiciary & Administration Committee will consider several land use applications, including rezoning requests for housing and parking lots. The committee is also reviewing alcohol license applications and the dissolution of two city committees.

• Rezoning for multifamily housing at 1319 and 1325 Saint Andrew Street
• Abolishment of the Safe Routes to School and Complete Count committees
• Conditional Use Permit for Viterbo University at 821/823 7th St S
• Ordinance for a temporary parking lot on Oakland St, 14th St N, and Badger St
• Request from Coulee Region Taxi for increased 2021 rates

The Judiciary & Administration Committee voted 6-1 to recommend the Common Council NOT adopt an ordinance that would rezone 1106-1108 King St to allow an apartment building, after hearing opposition from five residents and support from one. The committee also recommended approval of several other items, including a multifamily housing rezoning on Saint Andrew Street, a temporary parking lot near Viterbo, and various liquor licenses, while recommending denial of Gundersen's off-street parking conditional use permit and re-referring Viterbo's green space application for 30 days.

• Recommended NOT adopting King St apartment rezoning (6-1)
• Recommended adopting Saint Andrew St multifamily housing rezoning (7-0)
• Recommended abolishing Safe Routes to School Steering Committee (7-0)
• Recommended abolishing Complete Count Committee (7-0)
• Recommended approving Charmant Hotel special event liquor license (7-0)
• Recommended approving Hello Pirate LLC conditional use permit (7-0)
• Recommended denying Gundersen Health System off-street parking CUP (7-0)
• Recommended re-referring Viterbo University green space CUP for 30 days (7-0)

City Plan Commission

The City Plan Commission will review several conditional use permit applications, including liquor licenses and property conversions. The meeting also includes ordinances to rezone properties for a temporary parking lot, a stormwater lift station, and apartment buildings. Additionally, the commission will consider a lease with Hunger Task Force of La Crosse.

• Rezoning for multifamily housing and an activity center at 1319 and 1325 Saint Andrew Street
• Apartment building rezoning at 1106-1108 King St
• Conditional use permit for Viterbo University, Inc. to create green space at 821/823 7th St S
• Ordinance for a temporary parking lot on Oakland St, 14th St N, and Badger St
• Resolution approving a lease with Hunger Task Force of La Crosse

The City Plan Commission denied a rezoning request for an apartment building at 1106-1108 King St (5-2), approved conditional use permits for liquor licenses at 333 Main St and 212 Main St, and referred a Viterbo University demolition request to the next meeting. The commission also recommended adoption of several zoning ordinance amendments and approved a lease with Hunger Task Force.

• Approved conditional use permit for Mexcal LLC at 333 Main St for beer/liquor license (voice vote)
• Referred Viterbo University demolition request at 821/823 7th St S to next meeting (voice vote)
• Approved conditional use permit for Hello Pirate LLC at 212 Main St for beer/liquor license (voice vote)
• Denied Gundersen Health System parking lot request (withdrawn by applicant) (voice vote)
• Approved conditional use permit for Bethany Evangelical Free Church wall signs at 3936 County Road B (voice vote)
• Recommended adoption of ordinance transferring property to Public/Semi Public District for temporary parking lot (voice vote)
• Denied rezoning at 1106-1108 King St for apartment building (5-2)
• Approved lease with Hunger Task Force of La Crosse (voice vote)

Citizens Board of Review

The Citizens Board of Review will hear and deliberate on written objections regarding 2021 real and personal property assessments. The board may also consider requests to waive the required 48-hour notice of intent to file an objection.

• Objection for 2009 & 2011 Mississippi St.
• Objection for 911 Vine St.
• Objection for 422 9th St. N.
• Requests to waive the 48-hour notice of intent to file

The Citizens Board of Review sustained the 2021 assessments for three properties: Pat Nichols (2009 & 2011 Mississippi St.), Darlene Dovenburg (911 Vine St.), and Darlene Dovenburg (422 9th St. N.). The board also approved changes to assessments made after Open Book for Cleary Properties. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Assessment for Pat Nichols (2009 & 2011 Mississippi St.) sustained
• Assessment for Darlene Dovenburg (911 Vine St.) sustained
• Assessment for Darlene Dovenburg (422 9th St. N.) sustained
• Approved changes to assessments made after Open Book (Cleary Properties)

Economic Development Commission - Abolished 2.9.2023

The Economic Development Commission will receive a presentation on the La Crosse County housing market. The meeting also includes updates regarding the River Point District and redevelopment of the former Trane Plant 6 site.

• La Crosse County Housing Market presentation by Karl Green
• Update on River Point District
• Update on Stizo Development, LLC agreement for former Trane Plant 6 site redevelopment
• Election of officers

The Economic Development Commission elected Mayor Reynolds as Chair and Council President Barb Janssen as Vice Chair, and approved the April 22, 2021 minutes. The commission received presentations on the La Crosse County Housing Market and updates on the River Point District and the Stizo Development agreement for the former Trane Plant 6 site, but took no action on these items.

• Elected Mayor Reynolds as Chair (unanimous voice vote)
• Elected Barb Janssen as Vice Chair (voice vote)
• Approved April 22, 2021 meeting minutes (voice vote)

Redevelopment Authority

The Redevelopment Authority will discuss several updates concerning the River Point District, including a strategic market analysis report. The meeting includes consideration of a Planning Option Agreement with MSP Real Estate. Additionally, the body will review developer progress and a tree removal project payment.

• Report on Strategic Market Analysis for Mixed-Use Redevelopment for River Point District
• Final payment to Les Manske & Sons Excavating & Landscaping, LLC for tree removal at River Point District
• Consideration of Planning Option Agreement with MSP Real Estate
• Updates on potential developers and the groundbreaking event for River Point District

The Redevelopment Authority approved a Planning Option Agreement with MSP Real Estate, contingent on updated language to reflect housing rather than mixed-use development. The board also approved final payment for tree removal at River Point District, with one opposing vote, and elected officers. Several items were informational only, with no action taken.

• Approved Planning Option Agreement with MSP Real Estate, contingent on housing language (voice vote)
• Approved final payment to Les Manske & Sons Excavating & Landscaping for tree removal (voice vote, Kovari opposed)
• Elected Adam Hatfield as Chair (unanimous)
• Elected Andrea Richmond as Vice Chair (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from April 22, 2021 (voice vote)

Citizens Board of Review

The Citizens Board of Review will review the 2021 assessment roll and error corrections. The board will also hear and deliberate on written objections regarding real and personal property assessments.

• Deliberation on written objections for 2021 real and personal property assessments
• Review of the Assessor's Annual Assessment Report
• Election of Board Chair and Vice Chair
• Verification of mandatory training requirements

The Citizens Board of Review approved 142 assessment changes made after open book (nine real estate and 133 personal property) and granted two waivers allowing property owners to appeal directly to circuit court. The board also elected Dan Ryan as Chair and Sue Dillenbeck as Vice Chair, and confirmed the assessor's annual report and training requirements. Six written objections for 2021 assessments were noted, with hearings scheduled for May 28.

• Elected Dan Ryan as Chair and Sue Dillenbeck as Vice Chair (unanimous)
• Approved nine real estate and 133 personal property valuation changes made after open book (unanimous)
• Approved waiver of Board of Review hearing for Wal-Mart Real Estate Business Trust, 4622 Mormon Coulee Rd. (unanimous)
• Approved waiver of Board of Review hearing for Select La Crosse LLC dba Gundersen Hotel & Suites, 1520 Clinic Ct. (unanimous)
• Scheduled objection hearings for May 28, 2021

City of La Crosse Diversity Equity Inclusion Team

The City of La Crosse Racial Equity Team will meet to discuss findings from a survey of department heads. The agenda includes an update on the team's budget and discussion regarding future funding sources. Members will also discuss finding a future facilitator.

• Discussion on Survey of Department Heads findings
• Update on Team budget and discussion on future funding sources
• Discussion on future facilitator

The Racial Equity Team discussed findings from a department head survey on workplace inclusion and hiring, noting the need for broader city-wide surveys and outreach to high schools. They have no 2021 budget but discussed options for establishing one in 2022, and considered immediate steps like website accessibility and a reporting phone line. The team also discussed the potential for a paid facilitator or project manager role, possibly collaborating with the Human Rights Commission. No formal decisions were made beyond approving the previous minutes.

• Approved previous meeting minutes (voice vote)
• Discussed survey findings; no formal action taken
• Discussed 2022 budget options; no budget for 2021
• Discussed future facilitator role; no decision made

Committee for Citizens with Disabilities

The Committee for Citizens with Disabilities will discuss board elections and filling an open committee position. The agenda includes updates on July ADA Anniversary activities and a discussion regarding the ADA Coordinator. Members will also address a visually impaired intersection concern at North George St.

• Board elections (21-0616)
• July ADA Anniversary updates (21-0783)
• North George St. intersection concern near Kwik Trip and McDonalds (21-0786)
• Snow removal and the new ordinance (21-0418)
• Filling an open committee position (21-0787)

The Committee for Citizens with Disabilities approved the previous meeting minutes and elected Jeff Nylander as Chair and Richard Chrz as Vice-chair by voice vote. The committee discussed ADA anniversary activities, an in-person June meeting at the South Side Neighborhood Center, and mobility challenges at the intersection of McDonalds Place and George St. Dave Reinhart from the Community Resource Management Department presented on snow removal and the new ordinance. No other formal decisions were made.

• Approved previous meeting minutes (voice vote)
• Elected Jeff Nylander as Chair and Richard Chrz as Vice-chair (voice vote)
• Scheduled in-person June meeting at South Side Neighborhood Center, 1300 South 6th St.
• Discussed intersection concerns for visually impaired at McDonalds Place and George St.
• Heard presentation on snow removal ordinance from Dave Reinhart

Municipal Transit Utility Board

The Municipal Transit Utility Board will review an agreement with the University of Wisconsin La Crosse for the Fall 2021 and Spring-Summer 2022 terms. The meeting also includes updates on bus and building security projects and a recap of the 2020 budget.

• University of Wisconsin La Crosse Agreement (21-0760)
• Bus Project Updates
• Building Security Project
• 2020 Budget Recap

The Municipal Transit Utility Board approved the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse transit agreement for Fall 2021 through Spring-Summer 2022. The board also approved the minutes from the previous meeting. No other substantive decisions were made; remaining agenda items were listed without recorded action.

• Approved UWL Fall 2021-Spring-Summer 2022 transit agreement (unanimous)
• Approved meeting minutes (unanimous)

Board of Public Works

The Board will consider installing four neighborhood safety lights and approving an Xcel Energy easement amendment. The agenda also includes reviewing plans for an outdoor street cafe and a sidewalk reconstruction agreement with UW-L.

• Installation of four neighborhood safety lights and appropriation of funds
• Xcel Energy amendment to transmission line easement regarding structure height
• Review of outdoor street cafe plans for Cavalier Lounge at 5th Ave N
• Agreement with UW-L for sidewalk reconstruction on La Crosse Street
• Change Order #4 for the PFAS investigation at the airport

The Board of Public Works approved several routine items including construction change orders, a bidder's proof of responsibility, an Xcel Energy transmission line easement amendment, installation of four neighborhood safety lights, a Charter communications permit, a street cafe application, a demolition quote, and a sidewalk agreement with UW-L. The Verizon small cell pole permit was referred to the next meeting for legal consultation. No items were denied.

• Approved construction contract change orders (voice vote)
• Approved bidder's proof of responsibility (5-0)
• Approved Xcel Energy transmission line easement amendment (5-0)
• Approved installation of four neighborhood safety lights and fund appropriation (5-0)
• Referred Verizon small cell pole permit to June 1 meeting (5-0)
• Approved Charter communications permit at 100 Vine Street (5-0)
• Approved Charter Street privilege permit at 2600 Quarry Road (5-0)
• Approved change order #4 for PFAS investigation at airport (5-0)