La Crosse public meetings in 2022

Redevelopment Authority

The La Crosse Redevelopment Authority will review several project updates and financial reports. The agenda includes consideration of a planning option agreement with Jiten Patel and possible action on a Project Manager position.

• Planning Option Agreement with Jiten Patel for Lot 8
• Update on Phase 2 Infrastructure Progress
• Monthly update from WiRED Properties on River Point District
• December 2022 Monthly Financial Update
• Consideration of a Project Manager position

The Redevelopment Authority offered the Project Manager position to Jason Gilman. A planning option agreement with Jiten Patel was referred back to the Authority for 30 days. The board also approved the minutes from the November 14, 2022 meeting.

• Approved November 14, 2022 meeting minutes (voice vote)
• Referred Planning Option Agreement with Jiten Patel for 30 days (voice vote)
• Offered Project Manager position to Jason Gilman (voice vote)

Library Board

The La Crosse Library Board will review a library space use assessment presentation from ISG Inc. The board is also scheduled to consider the 2023 operating budget and several committee reports. These reports include updates to trustee by-laws, employee PTO schedules, and 2023 holiday closure dates.

• Library Space Use Assessment Presentation from ISG Inc.
• Approval of 2023 Operating Budget
• Approval of updated Trustee By-Laws and employee PTO schedule
• Adoption of statements on censorship and racial/social equity
• Approval of 2023 holiday closure dates

The Board approved the 2023 operating budget, which includes a 3% increase for personnel. Members also adopted statements against censorship and on racial and social equity, and approved updated trustee by-laws and employee paid time off schedules.

• Approved 2023 Operating Budget (Carried)
• Approved revised Trustee By-Laws (Carried)
• Approved Paid Time Off Schedule Option B effective Jan 1, 2023 (Carried)
• Adopted Statement Against Censorship (Carried)
• Adopted Statement on Racial and Social Equity (Carried)
• Approved 2023 Holiday Closure Dates (Carried)
• Approved November 2022 bills and financial reports (Carried)
• Approved minutes from Nov 8 and Dec 6 meetings (Carried)

Police and Fire Commission

The Police and Fire Commission is reviewing December 2022 personnel reports. This includes appointing three new probationary police officers and moving one lieutenant to regular status.

• Appointment of Matthew Burnett, Cody Wagner, and Garrett Withers as probationary police officers
• Appointment of Lieutenant Cory Brandl to regular status
• Review of the December 2022 Fire Personnel Report

The Commission approved the appointment of three probationary police officers and moved one lieutenant to regular status. Personnel reports for both the police and fire departments were accepted and filed.

• Approved appointment of Matthew Burnett, Cody Wagner, and Garrett Withers as probationary Police Officers (Unanimous)
• Approved appointment of Lieutenant Cory Brandl to regular status (Unanimous)
• Accepted and filed December 2022 Police Personnel Report (Unanimous)
• Accepted and filed December 2022 Fire Personnel Report (Unanimous)
• Approved minutes of the November 16, 2022 meeting (Unanimous)

Economic Development Commission - Abolished 2.9.2023

The Economic Development Commission will review proposed changes to the city's economic development ordinance and Tax Increment Financing (TIF) policy. The agenda also includes a presentation on a multifamily development in River Point District and a review of childcare grant programs.

• Presentation by F Street Development Group regarding multifamily development in River Point District
• Review of three childcare grant programs for The Parenting Place
• Ordinance to repeal and recreate economic development sections of the City Code
• Resolution approving a revised Tax Increment Financing (TIF) policy

The Economic Development Commission recommended the adoption of a revised economic development ordinance and an amended Tax Increment Financing (TIF) policy. The commission also approved three childcare grant programs for The Parenting Place.

• Approved three childcare grant programs for The Parenting Place (voice vote)
• Denied motion to restore ordinance paragraph f regarding standalone residential projects (1-5)
• Denied motion to restore ordinance paragraph g regarding standalone student housing (2-4)
• Recommended adoption of economic development ordinance (5-1)
• Approved restoration of equity requirement in TIF policy (5-1)
• Approved removal of TIF policy section (l) regarding sustainability plan (unanimous)
• Approved removal of TIF policy provision 8 regarding property value protest (unanimous)
• Recommended adoption of revised TIF policy as amended (5-1)

Board of Public Works

The Board will consider a request to update hourly parking ramp rates and an emergency repair for a 20-inch reservoir transmission watermain. The agenda also includes a fiber optic permit request for the 600 block of 3rd Street North and payments for South Avenue right-of-way acquisitions.

• Fiber optic permit request for 600 block of 3rd Street North
• Emergency repair for 20-inch reservoir transmission watermain
• Request to update hourly parking rates in ramps
• Approval of payment list for South Avenue right-of-way acquisitions

The Board of Public Works approved several infrastructure and administrative requests, including an emergency watermain repair and updated parking rates. The board also authorized a fiber optics permit and payments for right-of-way acquisitions.

• Approved fiber optics privilege permit for 600 block of 3rd Street North (voice vote)
• Approved emergency repair for 20-Inch Reservoir Transmission Watermain (voice vote)
• Approved request to update hourly parking rates in ramps (voice vote)
• Approved payment list of ROW acquisitions for South Avenue (voice vote)
• Approved minutes of December 12, 2022

Committee for Citizens with Disabilities

The Committee for Citizens with Disabilities will discuss an ordinance presented by CM Trost. The agenda also includes discussions regarding snow removal and the Snow Angels Volunteer Snow Shovel Program.

• Ordinance discussion by CM Trost
• Snow removal discussion
• Good Neighbor PSA
• Snow Angels Volunteer Snow Shovel Program

The committee held discussions regarding snow removal concerns, a potential public service announcement, and a volunteer snow shoveling program. Council Member Trost provided an update on the Green Complete Streets Ordinance. No formal votes or decisions were recorded.

Heritage Preservation Commission

The Heritage Preservation Commission will review certificates of appropriateness for a building addition at 119 King Street and various signs. The meeting also includes a discussion on the 2024 Most Endangered Buildings List and an update on the Lost La Crosse Project.

• Building addition review for Pump House Regional Arts Center at 119 King Street
• Sign permit review for Markos at 303-307 Pearl Street
• Sign permit review for Lax Food Hall at 201 5th Avenue S.
• Sign permit review for Taqueria Pato Azul at 127 4th Street S.
• Discussion on the 2024 Most Endangered Buildings List

The Heritage Preservation Commission approved a Certificate of Appropriateness for a building addition at the Pump House Regional Arts Center. The commission also approved three Certificates of Appropriateness for signs at Pearl Street, 5th Avenue S, and 4th Street S.

• Approved July 28, 2022 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved building addition at 119 King Street (Pump House Regional Arts Center) (4-0)
• Approved sign at 303-307 Pearl Street (Markos) (4-0)
• Approved sign at 201 5th Avenue S (Lax Food Hall) (5-0)
• Approved sign at 127 4th Street S (Taqueria Pato Azul) (5-0)

Housing Authority of the City of La Crosse

The Housing Authority will consider resolutions to approve the 2023 operating budget and a revision to the 2022 budget. The agenda also includes a discussion regarding market rate housing admission requirements and a proposal to write off uncollectible debts.

• Resolution #2258: Write off uncollectible debts
• Resolution #2259: Approve 2022 Operating Budget Revision
• Resolution #2260: Approve 2023 Operating Budget
• Discussion of Market Rate Housing Admission Requirements

The Housing Authority approved the 2023 operating budget and a revision to the 2022 operating budget. The board also approved the write-off of uncollectible debts and authorized various bills. Discussion regarding Alberts House I & II admissions was tabled.

• Approved bills totaling $812,290.69
• Approved Resolution No 2258 to write off uncollectible debts
• Approved Resolution No 2259 for 2022 Operating Budget Revision-1
• Approved Resolution 2260 for 2023 Operating Budget
• Tabled Alberts House I & II Admission conversation until January meeting
• Approved November 9, 2022 meeting minutes

Bicycle-Pedestrian Advisory Committee

The committee will consider an ordinance regarding the review of green complete streets projects. Agenda items also include updates on the Wagon Wheel Trail and the Comprehensive Plan. The meeting includes a discussion on raising bicycle safety awareness in La Crosse.

• Ordinance 22-1435 for green complete streets project review
• Wagon Wheel Trail project update
• Comprehensive Plan status and survey data update
• Discussion on bicycle safety awareness for cyclists, pedestrians, and vehicles

The committee approved an ordinance allowing the Bicycle-Pedestrian Advisory Committee and the Committee for Citizens with Disabilities to provide feedback on approved Capital Budget projects. Members also received updates on the Wagon Wheel Trail and the Comprehensive Plan.

• Approved November 14, 2022 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Approved November 22, 2022 special meeting minutes (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance 22-1435 to add committee review of green complete streets projects (7-0)

Community Development Committee - Abolished 2.9.2023

The committee will discuss accessory dwelling units and review applications for CDBG public service programs. Members are also considering resolutions to add ARPA funding to the Affordable Housing Revolving Loan and Replacement Housing Program. Additionally, the committee will consider an offer to purchase 1508 Liberty Street.

• Resolution to add ARPA funding to Affordable Housing Revolving Loan
• Resolution approving ARPA funding for 2023 Replacement Housing Program
• Action on offer to purchase 1508 Liberty Street
• Extension approval for the 4th and Jackson Street Project
• Review of 2023 CDBG Public Service Applications

The Community Development Committee approved funding for five CDBG Public Service applicants and accepted a purchase offer for 1508 Liberty Street. Two resolutions regarding ARPA funding were recommended for adoption by the Finance & Personnel Committee.

• Approved extension for 4th and Jackson Street Project- Cinnaire Solutions, Corp. (voice vote)
• Recommended adoption of ARPA funding grant to Affordable Housing Revolving Loan policy to Finance & Personnel Committee (voice vote)
• Recommended adoption of ARPA funding for 2023 Replacement Housing Program to Finance & Personnel Committee (voice vote)
• Accepted offer #2 for 1508 Liberty Street with a first mortgage of $115,000 (voice vote)
• Approved CDBG funding for La Crosse County ($42,009), New Horizons ($25,000), Family and Children's Center ($29,375), Couleecap, Inc. ($50,000), and Cia Siab ($28,616) (voice vote)

Library Board

The Library Board will review a library space use assessment presentation from ISG Inc. The board is also scheduled to consider the 2023 operating budget and several committee reports. These include updates to trustee by-laws, holiday closures, and statements regarding censorship and racial equity.

• Library Space Use Assessment presentation from ISG Inc.
• Approval of the 2023 operating budget
• Adoption of statements regarding censorship and racial and social equity
• Approval of updated trustee by-laws and employee PTO schedule

Board of Public Works

The Board is reviewing several utility and infrastructure requests. These include fiber optic permit requests for Charter Street and a stormwater management agreement through 2026. The board will also consider payments for South Avenue right-of-way acquisitions and an excavation request for a failed sewer lateral.

• Fiber optic privilege permits at 2719 Larson Street and 30th Street
• La Crosse Urban Stormwater Group cooperative agreement (2023-2026)
• Payments for South Avenue right-of-way acquisitions
• Excavation request for a failed sewer lateral at 432 22nd Street South

The Board of Public Works approved two fiber optic privilege permits and a stormwater management education agreement. The board also authorized payments for right-of-way acquisitions on South Avenue and an emergency sewer excavation.

• Approved Charter Street Privilege Permit for fiber optics at 2719 Larson Street (voice vote)
• Approved LUSG Storm Water Management Public Education and Outreach Cooperative Agreement 2023-2026 (voice vote)
• Approved payment list of ROW acquisitions for South Avenue (voice vote)
• Approved request to excavate frozen roadway for failed sanitary sewer lateral at 432 22nd Street South (voice vote)
• Approved Charter Street Privilege Permit for fiber optics from E Fairchild St to W Fairchild Street on 30th Street (voice vote)

Boundary Agreement Task Force

The Boundary Agreement Task Force will discuss the status of negotiations regarding boundary agreements 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)
• Approval of minutes from the December 1, 2022 meeting

The task force approved the minutes from December 1, 2022. The committee then voted to enter a closed session to discuss negotiation strategies and parameters for boundary agreements with surrounding communities.

• Approved December 1, 2022 minutes
• Approved motion to convene in closed session pursuant to Wis. Stat. 19.85(1)(e) (unanimous)

Common Council

The Common Council will review the October 2022 financial report and consider several board appointments. The agenda also includes decisions on professional service agreements, vehicle licenses, and police department funding.

• $64,125.49 contract award to Poellinger Electric, Inc. for 10th & Cass Historic Lighting Addition Phase 3
• Release of funds for a Police Department Animal Control services vehicle
• Additional funding allocation for the Pearl Walkway Reconstruction
• Funding for floodplain remediation on detached garages
• Approval of various 2023 public vehicle and taxi licenses

The Common Council approved a $64,125.49 contract for historic lighting and authorized funding for an animal control vehicle. Several taxi and carriage licenses were granted, and a polling place relocation was approved. Two items regarding residential rental registration were referred back for 90 days.

• Approved $64,125.49 contract to Poellinger Electric, Inc. for 10th & Cass Historic Lighting (11-0)
• Approved funding for Police Department animal control services vehicle (11-0)
• Approved additional funding for Pearl Walkway Reconstruction (10-1)
• Confirmed appointments of Ryan Haug to Board of Zoning Appeals and Vicki Markussen to Economic Development Commission (11-0)
• Approved relocation of polling place effective January 1, 2023 (11-0)
• Authorized City Attorney to obtain Airport Liability Insurance (11-0)
• Approved animal sheltering contract with Coulee Region Humane Society (via Consent Agenda)
• Referred residential rental dwelling unit registration ordinance and fee resolution for 90 days

Arts and Culture Board

The Arts and Culture Board will consider a request to approve the Garden Pathway Project proposal and its funding. The meeting also includes discussions regarding grant applications and a review of funds carrying over to 2023.

• Request to approve Garden Pathway Project Proposal and Funding
• Discussion on Vibrant Space Grant Application
• Discussion on Art on the Fly Proposal
• Review of Arts Board funds carry over to 2023

The Arts Board approved the concept for the Garden Pathway Project, though it requires further detail on the budget and final art concept. No action was taken on the Vibrant Space Grant, Art on the Fly proposal, or the 2023 funds carry over.

• Approved October minutes (voice vote)
• Approved Garden Pathway Project concept as amended, pending further budget and art details (voice vote)

Finance & Personnel Committee

The Finance & Personnel Committee is considering a resolution to authorize the City Attorney to obtain airport liability insurance. The committee may also convene in closed session with legal counsel.

• Resolution 22-1501: Authorizing the City Attorney to obtain Airport Liability Insurance

The Finance & Personnel Committee considered a resolution to authorize the City Attorney to obtain Airport Liability Insurance. The committee referred the resolution to the Common Council without a recommendation.

• Referred Resolution 22-1501 regarding Airport Liability Insurance to Common Council with no recommendation (6-0)

Neighborhood Revitalization Commission

The commission will discuss potential legislation regarding AirBnBs and short-term rentals. Members will also consider possible action on Accessory Dwelling Units. The meeting includes updates on the Rental Registration Ordinance and neighborhood reports.

• Update on the Rental Registration Ordinance
• Discussion on regulation of AirBnBs/short-term rentals
• Possible action on Accessory Dwelling Units
• Updates on Neighborhood Reports and Comprehensive Plan

The Commission approved the November 9, 2022 meeting minutes. Members discussed potential legislation for accessory dwelling units and short-term rentals, and received an update on the Rental Registration Ordinance referral.

• Approved November 9, 2022 Meeting Minutes (8-0)

Community Development Committee - Abolished 2.9.2023

The Community Development Committee will hear presentations from applicants for the 2023 CDBG Public Service program. The committee is also scheduled to approve the minutes from the November 8, 2022 meeting.

• Presentations by the 2023 CDBG Public Service Applicants

The committee approved the minutes from the November 8, 2022 meeting. The session included presentations by 2023 CDBG Public Service Applicants.

• Approved November 8, 2022 meeting minutes (voice vote)

La Crosse Center Board

The La Crosse Center Board will review monthly reports and financial updates for November 2022. The meeting includes a request to rescind certain catering contract agreements and the approval of liquor invoices from October and November 2022.

• Request to rescind catering contract agreements (item # 22-1316)
• Approval of liquor invoices for October and November 2022
• Review of year-to-date financial reports
• Convention center sales and convention updates

The board approved the rescission of catering contract agreements previously approved on October 19, 2022. The board also approved liquor invoices for October and November 2022 and the meeting minutes from October 19, 2022.

• Approved request to rescind catering contract agreements for item # 22-1316 (voice vote)
• Approved liquor invoices for October/November 2022 (voice vote)
• Approved October 19, 2022 meeting minutes (voice vote)

Library Board

The Library Board Committee of the Whole will discuss administrative updates and policy statements. This meeting is held in an advisory capacity, so no motions or decisions will be made.

• Review of suggested updates to Trustee By-laws
• Updates to employee paid leave
• 2023 holiday closure dates
• Statement against censorship
• Statement on racial and social equity

The Board met as a Committee of the Whole to discuss proposed updates to Trustee By-laws and employee paid leave structures. No substantive votes were taken on these items; they were deferred to the December Board meeting. The Board also reviewed proposed 2023 holiday closure dates and statements regarding censorship and racial and social equity.

• Tabled Trustee By-law updates pending revisions by Ms. Grant and Ms. Wacek
• Tabled employee paid leave structure update pending further calculations
• Tabled 2023 holiday closure dates for future vote
• Discussed proposed Statement Against Censorship
• Discussed proposed Statement of Racial and Social Equity

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works is reviewing several infrastructure and zoning items. This includes a request to expand the Hear, Here project and approving payments for South Avenue land acquisitions. The board will also consider changes to street parking zones.

• Expansion of the Hear, Here project into the 2024 Capital Budget
• Payment list approval for South Avenue right-of-way acquisitions
• Vacating no parking zones on the 100 block of 6th Street South
• Establishing an ADA parking zone on the 300 block of 3rd Street North
• Partial vacation of the alley between Liberty, Charles, Gillette, and Sill Streets

The Board approved a construction contract change order, right-of-way acquisition payments for South Avenue, and a Garden Pathway Project proposal. It also established a new ADA parking zone and vacated existing no-parking zones on 6th Street South.

• Approved partial vacation of alley between Liberty, Charles, Gillette, and Sill Streets (Recommended to Finance & Personnel Committee)
• Approved Construction Contract Change Order 22-1389
• Approved payment list of ROW Acquisitions for South Avenue
• Approved vacating No Parking Zones on the west side of the 100 block of 6th Street South
• Approved Garden Pathway Project Proposal and Funding contingent on permits and Arts Board funding
• Approved Reserved Parking - ADA Zone on the west side of 300 block of 3rd Street North
• Approved Industrial Wastewater Discharge Permit Application with sewer billing rates listed as 'to be determined'
• No action taken on Hear, Here project expansion; directed to staff for permits and budget inclusion

Joint Review Board

The board will review the public record and resolutions regarding a project plan amendment for Tax Incremental District No. 18. The meeting includes consideration of a resolution to approve this amended plan.

• Review of TID 18 Project Plan Amendment
• Consideration of resolution approving an amended project plan for Tax Incremental District No. 18

The Joint Review Board reviewed public records and planning documents regarding Tax Incremental District No. 18. The board voted to adopt a resolution approving an amended project plan for the district.

• Approved minutes from previous meeting (voice vote)
• Adopted Resolution Approving an Amended Project Plan for Tax Incremental District No. 18 (voice vote)

Commercial/Multi-Family Design Review Committee

The committee will review plans for an addition to the Bethany Cass St Assisted Living facility. The review includes preliminary civil and architectural plan sets.

• Plan review for a multi-family building addition at 1315 Cass Street (22-0816)

Finance & Personnel Committee

The Finance & Personnel Committee is considering several resolutions regarding city infrastructure, personnel, and fees. Items include funding for detached garage repairs to meet floodplain standards and updates to the city fee schedule. The committee will also receive a collective bargaining update.

• Funding for detached garage remediation per FEMA floodplain standards
• Reorganization of Public Works Department positions and classifications
• Additional funding for Pearl Walkway Reconstruction
• Professional services agreements with airport consultants and engineering firms
• Updates to the Appendix C Fee Schedule regarding rental registration and fire fees

The committee recommended the adoption of several resolutions including funding for floodplain garage remediation, the Pearl Walkway Reconstruction, and animal control services. One resolution regarding residential rental dwelling unit registration fees was referred back for 90 days. A Public Works reorganization resolution was referred to the Common Council with no recommendation.

• Recommended adoption of partial alley vacation between Liberty, Charles, Gillette, and Sill Streets (6-0)
• Referred Public Works reorganization to Common Council with no recommendation (6-0)
• Recommended adoption of funds for FEMA-required detached garage remediation (6-0)
• Recommended adoption of professional services agreements with Leibowitz & Horton and Crawford, Murphy, & Tilly Inc. (6-0)
• Recommended adoption of additional funding for Pearl Walkway Reconstruction (6-0)
• Recommended adoption of rescinding vehicle fire fee (6-0)
• Recommended re-referral of residential rental dwelling unit registration fee amendment for 90 days (6-0)
• Recommended adoption of DHS/FEMA grants for swift water rescue and paramedic training (6-0)

Floodplain Advisory Committee

The Floodplain Advisory Committee will discuss an ordinance to repeal and recreate parts of the city's floodplain zoning code. The meeting also includes reviews of FEMA violations and highlights from a recent management conference.

• Ordinance 22-1331 to repeal and recreate Chapter 115, Article V, Division 2 regarding Floodplain Zoning
• Review of FEMA violations (Item 21-1681)
• Highlights from the WAFSCM Conference (Item 22-1353)

The Floodplain Advisory Committee recommended the adoption of an ordinance to repeal and recreate the city's floodplain zoning code. The committee also received updates on remaining FEMA violations and highlights from a professional conference.

• Approved October 6, 2022 meeting minutes (voice vote)
• Recommended adoption of Ordinance to repeal and recreate Chapter 115, Article V, Division 2 regarding Floodplain Zoning to the Judiciary & Administration Committee (voice vote)

Boundary Agreement Task Force

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

• Status update and discussion on boundary agreement negotiations (Item 17-0810)
• Approval of minutes from the December 2, 2001 meeting

The task force approved the minutes from December 2, 2021. The committee then voted unanimously to enter a closed session to discuss negotiation strategies and parameters regarding boundary agreements with surrounding communities.

• Approved minutes of December 2, 2021
• Voted unanimously to convene in closed session pursuant to Wis. Stat. 19.85(1)(e)

Employee Benefit Trust Fund Committee

The Employee Benefit Trust Fund Committee will discuss an assignment request regarding Riverside Corporate Wellness. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes and standard procedural items.

• Discussion of Riverside Corporate Wellness Assignment Request (22-1448)

The Employee Benefit Trust Fund Committee approved a consent to assignment for Riverside Corporate Wellness. The committee also approved the minutes from the October 17, 2022, meeting.

• Approved minutes from 10/17/2022 meeting (5-0)
• Approved Riverside Corporate Wellness Consent to Assignment (5-0)

Judiciary & Administration Committee

The committee will consider an ordinance to create rules for registering residential rental units. They will also review a resolution to relocate a polling place effective January 1, 2023. Additionally, several applications for vehicle and carriage licenses are on the agenda.

• Ordinance creating residential rental dwelling unit registration
• Resolution relocating a polling place effective January 1, 2023
• 2023 Public Vehicle for Hire License applications
• 2023 Horse-Drawn Carriage and Pedal Cab license applications
• Various license applications for the remainder of the 2022-2023 period

The committee recommended several public vehicle and carriage licenses for Common Council approval. A proposed ordinance regarding residential rental dwelling unit registration was re-referred for 90 days. A resolution to relocate a polling place was also recommended for adoption.

• Recommended adoption of polling place relocation resolution (5-0)
• Recommended re-referring residential rental registration ordinance for 90 days (5-0)
• Recommended approval of 2023 Public Vehicle for Hire Licenses for Bee Cab, Inc., Coulee Region Taxi LLC, Luxury Limos LLC, and Sinkoss USA LLC (5-0)
• Recommended approval of 2023 Horse-Drawn Carriage License for Cinderella Carriage LLC (5-0)
• Recommended approval of 2023 Pedal Cab License for River Town Pedal Tours LLC (5-0)
• Recommended approval of various license applications for December 2022-2023 (5-0)
• Recommended approval of 2022 and 2023 Public Vehicle for Hire Licenses for Making A Way Transport LLC (5-0)

Judiciary & Administration Committee

The Judiciary & Administration Committee will consider an application for a beverage operator's license from Kimberly Reshel. This item includes an appeal regarding a previous denial by the Police Department.

• Beverage Operator's License application and police department denial appeal (22-1428)

The Judiciary & Administration Committee reviewed an appeal regarding a denied beverage operator's license. Following a closed session, the committee voted to deny the appeal based on the applicant's arrest and conviction record.

• Denied beverage operator's license appeal for Kimberly Reshel (4-0)

City Plan Commission

The City Plan Commission will consider a resolution for a partial alley vacation located between Liberty Street, Charles Street, Gillette Street, and Sill Street. The agenda also includes the December 2022 Comprehensive Plan Update.

• Resolution 22-1245: Partial vacation of the alley between Liberty Street, Charles Street, Gillette Street, and Sill Street
• 22-1424: December 2022 Comprehensive Plan Update

The City Plan Commission approved a resolution for a partial vacation of an alley located between Liberty, Charles, Gillette, and Sill Streets. The commission also approved the minutes from the October 31, 2022 meeting.

• Approved minutes from October 31, 2022 meeting (voice vote)
• Approved Resolution 22-1245 for partial vacation of alley between Liberty, Charles, Gillette, and Sill Streets (voice vote)

International Committee

The International Committee will conduct a budget review and consider requests for funding. The meeting also includes the election of officers for 2023 and discussions regarding Global Initiatives Week.

• Budget review (item 22-1440)
• Requests for funding (item 22-1441)
• Election of 2023 officers (item 22-1442)
• Global Initiatives Week newsletter discussion
• Sister City and School reports

The committee approved funding requests for official delegations and gifts for sister cities in Epinal and Friedberg. Members also discussed updating budget regulations and scheduled the next meeting for January 30.

• Approved $750 for transportation, $100 for a gift basket, and $500 for miscellaneous expenses for the Epinal delegation
• Approved $100 for a gift for the mayor of Friedberg
• Set next meeting for January 30, 2023, at 5 PM

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will review requests for fiber optic installation in the right-of-way. The agenda also includes final payments for construction contracts and discussion regarding contracted maintenance help.

• Final payments for construction contracts (22-1351)
• Charter SPP request for fiber optics on Fiesta Court (22-1432)
• WIN LLC request for fiber optics in downtown area bounded by 2nd St, 5th Ave, Jay St and Cameron Ave (22-1438)
• Contracted maintenance help (22-1446)

The Board of Public Works approved two requests for fiber optics in the right-of-way and authorized construction contract final payments. The board also approved a request for contracted maintenance help.

• Approved construction contract final payments (22-1351)
• Approved Charter SPP request for fiber optics on Fiesta Court (22-1432)
• Approved WIN LLC SPP request for fiber optics downtown (22-1438)
• Approved contracted maintenance help (22-1446)

Economic Development Commission - Abolished 2.9.2023

The Economic Development Commission is reviewing proposed updates to the city's economic development ordinance and TIF policy. The meeting also includes a presentation on The Driftless Apartments affordable housing project at River Point District.

• Presentation of MSP's project The Driftless Apartments at River Point District
• Review and approval of proposed changes to the Economic Development ordinance
• Review and approval of proposed TIF Policy
• Q&A with Assessment Department staff regarding TID value changes

The Economic Development Commission approved the previous meeting's minutes. The commission deferred decisions on the Economic Development ordinance and the proposed TIF policy to a future meeting.

• Approved meeting minutes (voice vote)
• Recommended Economic Development ordinance be re-referred to the 12/20/2022 meeting (voice vote)
• Referred TIF Policy review to the Economic Development Commission for return by 12/20/2022 (voice vote)

Bicycle-Pedestrian Advisory Committee

The committee is meeting to discuss a Request For Expressions of Interest (RFEI) regarding the Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan update. This item is scheduled for discussion and possible action.

• Request For Expressions of Interest (RFEI) for the Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan update

The Bicycle-Pedestrian Advisory Committee reviewed and approved a Request For Expressions of Interest (RFEI) to update the Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan. The document was approved as amended, with staff authorized to make final changes regarding the timeline and grant requirements.

• Approved and published the RFEI for the Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan update as amended (Unanimous)

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will consider permit requests for fiber optic installation and holiday decorations. These include requests to hang wreaths and snowflakes on street lamp posts in various locations.

• Metro Fibernet street privilege permit request for fiber optics on Lang Drive
• Request from Old Towne North to hang light up wreaths on Caledonia and Clinton Streets
• Request from La Crosse City Vision Foundation to hang light up snowflakes on several streets

The Board of Public Works approved a street privilege permit for fiber optic installation and two requests for holiday decorations on city lamp posts. The board also approved a Bidder's Proof of Responsibility.

• Approved Metro Fibernet permit for fiber optics on Lang Drive
• Approved Bidder's Proof of Responsibility
• Approved Old Towne North request for wreaths on Caledonia and Clinton Street (waived fee, $1.85 daily electrical charge)
• Approved La Crosse City Vision Foundation request for snowflakes on multiple downtown streets (waived fee, $7.64 daily electrical charge)
• Approved November 14, 2022 minutes

Commercial/Multi-Family Design Review Committee

The committee will conduct preliminary reviews of plans for a four-unit multi-family building located on Chase Street. The meeting also includes a review of development plans for the site at 920 Gillette Street, home to Fire Station #4.

• Review of plans for a 4-unit multi-family building near Chase St and South Ave
• Review of development plans for Fire Station #4 at 920 Gillette Street

Board of Park Commissioners

The Board of Park Commissioners is reviewing a proposal for a new clubhouse at Forest Hills and 2023 community event agreements. The agenda also includes requests for cautionary signage on five trail bridges. Additionally, the board will receive updates regarding Fish Lab Building rehabilitation and a nutrition program partnership.

• Concept approval for a new clubhouse at Forest Hills
• Approval of 2023 Annual Community Event Park, Shelter, or Trail Agreements
• Installation of cautionary signs on five trail bridges
• Update on La Crosse County Nutrition Program partnership
• Update on Fish Lab Building rehabilitation

The Board approved the concept for a new club house at Forest Hills and the 2023 Annual Community Event Park, Shelter, or Trail Agreements. A request to install cautionary signs on five trail bridges was denied. No action was taken on the Fish Lab Building rehab or the South Side Neighborhood Center meal site partnership.

• Approved concept for new club house at Forest Hills (voice vote)
• Approved 2023 Annual Community Event Park, Shelter, or Trail Agreements (6-2)
• Denied installation of cautionary signs on five trail bridges (4-4)
• Approved August 18, 2022 minutes (voice vote)
• Approved amendment to item #22-1055 regarding boathouse fees (voice vote)

Committee for Citizens with Disabilities

The Committee for Citizens with Disabilities will discuss updates to the ADA Transition Plan with Benesch in attendance. The agenda also includes a snow removal update and a presentation from Francis Schelfhout of the DOT.

• ADA Transition Plan Update
• Snow removal update
• Presentation by Francis Schelfhout from DOT

The committee reviewed updates regarding snow removal, the La Crosse 311 app, and MTU bus route priorities. Benesch provided a presentation on the next steps for the ADA Transition Plan. DOT representative Francis Schelfhout identified specific roundabout and RFB locations on South Avenue.

Climate Action Plan Steering Committee

The committee is reviewing comments regarding the Climate Action Plan. The agenda also includes discussions on grant opportunities and assistance.

• Climate Action Plan Comment Review
• EECGB Program ($131,629)
• Energy Innovation Grant
• Sample Grant Services RFP

The committee reviewed public feedback on the draft Climate Action Plan, noting that most surveyed individuals agreed or strongly agreed with the plan. Staff also presented available grant opportunities and solicited ideas from the committee.

• Approved previous meeting minutes (voice vote)

Municipal Transit Utility Board

The Municipal Transit Utility Board is reviewing 2023 transportation service agreements with Onalaska, the Town of Campbell, and the City of La Crescent. The board will also consider the updated Public Transportation Agency Safety Plan and bus project updates for the inventory replacement plan.

• 2023 Onalaska Transportation Agreement
• 2023 Town of Campbell Transportation Agreement
• 2023 City of La Crescent Transportation Agreement and motor vehicle lease
• La Crosse MTU Public Transportation Agency Safety Plan
• Bus Project Updates - Inventory Replacement Plan

The Municipal Transit Utility Board approved transportation and service agreements for Onalaska, the Town of Campbell, and La Crescent. The board also approved a motor vehicle lease for La Crescent and an updated Public Transportation Agency Safety Plan.

• Approved 2023 Onalaska Transportation Agreement (unanimous)
• Approved 2023 Town of Campbell Transportation Agreement (unanimous)
• Approved 2023 City of La Crescent Transportation Agreement (unanimous)
• Approved 2023 City of La Crescent Motor Vehicle Lease (unanimous)
• Approved La Crosse MTU Public Transportation Agency Safety Plan (unanimous)

Citizens Board of Review

The Citizens Board of Review will hear and deliberate on written objections regarding 2022 real and personal property assessments. The board may also consider requests to waive the required 48-hour notice period for filing objections.

• Objections to 2022 real and personal property assessments (Item 22-1354)
• Requests to waive the 48-hour notice requirement for filing written objections

Police and Fire Commission

The Police and Fire Commission is reviewing November 2022 personnel reports. The meeting includes appointing several firefighters and officers to regular status following their probationary periods. The commission will also schedule upcoming firefighter interviews.

• Appointment of Engineer Erin Statz to regular fire status
• Appointment of Firefighter Kale Pike to regular fire status
• Appointment of Officer Daniel Skifton to regular police status
• Appointment of Officer Trenton Benning to regular police status
• Scheduling of firefighter interviews

The Commission approved the appointment of two firefighters and two police officers to regular status following the completion of their introductory or probationary periods. The body also accepted the November 2022 personnel reports for both departments.

• Approved appointment of Engineer Erin Statz to regular status (Unanimous)
• Approved appointment of Firefighter Kale Pike to regular status (Unanimous)
• Approved appointment of Officer Daniel Skifton to regular status (Unanimous)
• Approved appointment of Officer Trenton Benning to regular status (Unanimous)
• Accepted and filed November 2022 Fire Personnel Report (Unanimous)
• Accepted and filed November 2022 Police Personnel Report (Unanimous)
• Scheduled firefighter interviews for January 5th at 9 a.m.
• Approved October 19, 2022 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Citizens Board of Review

The Citizens Board of Review is meeting to hear and deliberate on written objections regarding 2022 real and personal property assessments. The board may also consider requests to waive the required 48-hour notice for filing objections.

• Hearing on 2022 real and personal property assessment objections (Case 22-1354)
• Consideration of requests to waive the 48-hour notice requirement for filing objections

The Board of Review heard written objections for 2022 real and personal property assessments. Three properties owned by Great River Homes LLC were revalued, while five other property assessments were sustained.

• Revalued assessment for Great River Homes LLC at 6225 River Run Road
• Revalued assessment for Great River Homes LLC at 6005 River Run Road
• Revalued assessment for Great River Homes LLC at 5917 River Run Road
• Sustained assessment for Great River Homes LLC at 3805 Sunnyside Dr W
• Sustained assessment for Mazzola Construction Consulting LLC at 5221 33rd St
• Sustained assessment for Mazzola Construction Consulting LLC at 5233 33rd St
• Sustained assessment for Legends Living Green Bay LLC at 1027 Green Bay St
• Sustained assessment for David A Schlueter and Joan K Schlueter at 3480 Woodbridge Ct

Common Council

The scheduled meeting for the La Crosse Common Council was marked as cancelled and not needed. The agenda included a public hearing on the 2023 Operating Budget and resolutions regarding fee schedules and the council calendar.

• Public Hearing: 2023 Operating Budget
• Resolution 22-1383: Approving Appendix C 'Fee Schedule' effective January 1, 2023
• Resolution 22-0859: Approving 2023 Operating Budget
• Resolution 22-1297: Adopting the 2023 Council Meeting Calendar

Citizens Board of Review

The Citizens Board of Review will conduct hearings regarding written objections to 2022 real and personal property assessments. The board may also consider requests to waive the required 48-hour notice for filing an objection.

• Hearings on 2022 real and personal property assessment objections (Item 22-1354)
• Consideration of waivers for the 48-hour notice requirement

The Board of Review heard written objections for 2022 real and personal property assessments. Most assessments were sustained, though two were revalued and one was amended. Three requests to waive hearings for direct appeal to circuit court were approved.

• Sustained assessments for 621 Pettibone Pointe Way, 3414 East Ave S, 1003 6th St S, and 512 Hood St
• Revalued assessment for 1002 St. Andrew St.
• Sustained assessments for 1418 Charles St, 2110 Johnson St, 4935 Silver Morning Ln, 1932 Charles St, 1407 Ferry St, and 3107 Lauderdale Ct
• Revalued assessment for 1321 Main St
• Sustained assessment for 1229 Adams St (owner absent)
• Approved assessment amendment for 1503 31st Pl S from $16,900 to $200
• Approved waiver of BOR hearing for JJAWC, LLC (401 2nd St. N) to appeal to circuit court (5-0)
• Approved waiver of BOR hearings for J.P. Morgan Chase Commercial Mortgage Securities Trust (3700 and 3800 State Road 16) to appeal to circuit court (5-0)

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will consider several street privilege permit requests for fiber optic installations and a light pole. The board will also receive a report regarding quote proposals for the 2022-2023 snow removal season.

• Fiber optic permit requests for Charter Street, Jansen Place, Enterprise Ave, and Oak Street
• Excavation request in a newly paved road at 1102 14th Street South
• Permit request for a light pole with flood light at 530 Main Street
• Report of quote proposals for 2022-2023 snow removal

The Board approved multiple street privilege permits for fiber optic installations and a request to excavate a newly paved road. The Board also approved quote proposals for 2022-2023 snow removal. One request for a light pole on Main Street was referred for 30 days for further information.

• Approved Charter Street Privilege Permit for fiber optics at George and St. Andrew Streets
• Approved TDS Telecom Street Privilege Permit for fiber optics on Jansen Place
• Approved excavation request for 1102 14th Street South in newly paved road
• Approved Metro Fibernet Street Privilege Permit for fiber optics on Enterprise Ave
• Approved Metro Fibernet Street Privilege Permit for fiber optics on Oak Street
• Referred 530 Main Street light pole request for 30 days
• Approved 2022-2023 snow removal quote proposals

Common Council

The Common Council will conduct a public hearing for the 2023 Operating Budget. The council will also consider a conditional use permit for Mayo Clinic Health System at 630 10th Street S and updates to the city fee schedule.

• Public hearing for the 2023 Operating Budget
• Conditional Use Permit for Mayo Clinic Health System at 630 10th Street S
• Approval of the updated Municipal Code Fee Schedule effective January 1, 2023
• Adoption of the 2023 Council Meeting Calendar
• Resolution approving the 2023 Operating Budget

The Common Council adopted the 2023 Operating Budget and the associated municipal fee schedule. A conditional use permit for Mayo Clinic Health System was approved, and the 2023 meeting calendar was adopted.

• Approved Conditional Use Permit for Mayo Clinic Health System at 630 10th Street S (8-3)
• Approved Municipal Code Fee Schedule effective January 1, 2023 (11-0)
• Approved 2023 Operating Budget as amended (11-0)
• Adopted 2023 Council Meeting Calendar (11-0)

Citizens Board of Review

The Citizens Board of Review will hear written objections regarding 2022 real and personal property assessments for several properties. The board will also review the Assessor's Annual Assessment Report and verify the assessment roll for errors. Additionally, the meeting includes the election of a Chair and Vice Chair.

• Hearing on 2022 property assessment objections for properties on 21st St. S., Avon St., Redfield St., and Prospect St.
• Review of Assessor's Annual Assessment Report (AAR) and verification of the Assessor's Affidavit
• Election of Board Chair and Vice Chair
• Review of Notices of Intent to File Objections

The Board approved amended assessments for seven properties following the open book period. The Board also ruled on four notice waiver requests and sustained assessments for three taxpayers during scheduled hearings.

• Approved amended assessments for 618 5th Ave S, 514 Gould St, 2611/2613 15th St S, 1418 Charles St, 1521 State St, 325 Losey Blvd N, and 2141 Madison St
• Denied notice waiver request for Jeremy Novak (4-1)
• Approved notice waiver request for Sangam Sangmule (5-0)
• Denied notice waiver request for Katherine J. Maney (5-0)
• Denied notice waiver request for Daryll Jury (5-0)
• Approved request for Wal-Mart Real Estate Business Trust to appeal direct to circuit court (5-0)
• Sustained assessments for Allan J. Werth, Andrew Berg, and Edith Howard
• Elected Dan Ryan as Chair and Sue Dillenbeck as Vice Chair

Aviation Board

The La Crosse Aviation Board is meeting to consider several contracts and updates. This includes professional services agreements with Leibowitz & Horton Inc. and Crawford, Murphy, & Tilly. The board will also discuss a landline agreement and airport operations.

• Professional services agreement with Leibowitz & Horton Inc.
• Professional services agreement with Crawford, Murphy, & Tilly
• Landline Agreement (22-1366)
• Terminal Art Display (22-1373)
• Update on projects, operations, and Ft. McCoy

Redevelopment Authority

The Redevelopment Authority will review monthly financial updates and receive a progress report on the River Point District. The agenda also includes a presentation by Premier Hotel Properties and consideration of a planning option agreement.

• Introduction to Julie Henline
• November 2022 Monthly Financial Update
• WiRED Properties update on River Point District
• Presentation by Premier Hotel Properties
• Consideration of Planning Option Agreement for Premier Hotel Properties

The Redevelopment Authority approved a Planning Option Agreement for Premier Hotel Properties following a closed session. The board also approved meeting minutes from September 22 and October 26, 2022.

• Approved minutes for September 22, 2022 and October 26, 2022 meetings (voice vote)
• Approved Planning Option Agreement for Premier Hotel Properties (voice vote)

Bicycle-Pedestrian Advisory Committee

The committee will discuss developing a Request for Proposals (RFP) to update the Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan. The meeting also includes updates on bridge signage, TAP projects, and Comprehensive Plan survey data.

• Development of an RFP for the Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan update
• Updates regarding Bridge Signage and TAP Projects
• Comprehensive Plan updates including survey data and new surveys

The committee agreed to hold a virtual special meeting on November 22 to finalize a Request For Expressions of Interest (RFEI) for the Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan update. Staff reported that five wooden bridges will receive caution signage due to slick conditions when wet.

• Approved October 11, 2022 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Scheduled virtual special meeting for November 22 at 8:30am to finalize RFEI

Board of Canvassers

The Board of Canvassers will meet to process and tally any provisional ballots from the November 8, 2022 election. The meeting is scheduled for November 11, 2022, in the Grandad Room at City Hall.

• Processing and tallying of provisional ballots from the November 8, 2022 election

Common Council

The La Crosse Common Council will consider land use applications for 630 10th Street S and 1911 George Street. The meeting also includes the adoption of a flood hazard mitigation plan and several police department grants.

• Conditional Use Permit for Mayo Clinic Health System at 630 10th Street S
• Ordinance to allow three living units at 1911 George Street
• Adoption of the City of La Crosse Flood Hazard Mitigation Plan
• Acceptance of multiple grants for the Police Department
• Funding for the 10th & Cass Lighting project via TIF 11 funds

The Common Council approved a zoning amendment to allow three living units at 1911 George Street and authorized several police and economic development grants. A request for a conditional use permit for the Mayo Clinic Health System was referred to a future meeting. The council also adopted a flood hazard mitigation plan and a facilities assessment funding allocation.

• Approved zoning change for 1911 George Street to allow three living units (10-0)
• Approved funding for City of La Crosse Facilities Assessment using ARPA Lost Revenue (10-0)
• Confirmed appointment of Jim Webb to the Board of Zoning Appeals (10-0)
• Referred Mayo Clinic Health System conditional use permit at 630 10th Street S. to 11/14/2022 (9-1)
• Approved annexation of 3503 Lakeshore Dr from Town of Campbell
• Authorized Police Department to accept four grants, including the 'Connect and Protect' program
• Adopted the City of La Crosse Flood Hazard Mitigation Plan of August 2022
• Approved 2022 pay and class study recommendations

Human Rights Commission

The Human Rights Commission is reviewing three discrimination complaints to determine if they are actionable. The meeting also includes updates from the Racial Equity Team and discussions regarding housing as a human right. Additionally, the commission will review draft goals for strategic planning.

• Discrimination complaint 22-1345 involving City Municipal Court, Police Dept, and Officer Plenge
• Discrimination complaint 22-1346 involving Officer Abraham
• Discrimination complaint 22-1379 involving a City of La Crosse MTU Bus Driver
• Updates from the Racial Equity Team, REACH, and Homelessness Coordinator
• Discussion on housing as a human right

The Commission voted to refer three separate discrimination complaints to staff for agency direction and advocate contact information. The meeting also included updates on the REACH Center and discussions regarding housing as a human right.

• Approved minutes via voice vote
• Referred discrimination complaint 22-1345 (Barnes v. City of La Crosse) for staff direction and advocate contacts (voice vote)
• Referred discrimination complaint 22-1346 (Acosta Perez v. Officer Abraham) for staff direction and advocate contacts (voice vote)
• Referred discrimination complaint 22-1379 (Woods v. City of La Crosse MTU Bus Driver) for staff direction and advocate contacts (voice vote)

City of La Crosse Diversity Equity Inclusion Team

The Racial Equity Team will review the distribution of a survey and its resource organization list. The meeting also includes a discussion regarding survey questions and updates on quarterly training or project research.

• Review of survey distribution and resource organization list
• Discussion about survey questions
• Quarterly training and upcoming project research

Housing Authority of the City of La Crosse

The Housing Authority will review and consider approving bids for the LHA 2022 Capital Improvements Project. The meeting also includes discussions regarding the 2022 Revision 1 and 2023 operating budgets and market rate housing admission requirements.

• Review and approval of Project No. 22061 - LHA 2022 Capital Improvements Project Bids
• Discussion of 2022 Revision 1 and 2023 operating budgets
• Discussion of Market Rate Housing Admission Requirements

The Housing Authority approved a bid for capital improvement projects and authorized various program bills. The board reviewed the 2023 operating budget and admission requirements, both of which were deferred to future meetings.

• Approved $565,000 bid from Braund Building Center for Project No. 22061 (3-0)
• Approved bills totaling $261,563.76 across multiple programs (3-0)
• Approved October 12, 2022 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Tabled approval of 2022 Revision 1 and 2023 Operating Budgets to December meeting
• Tabled discussion of Alberts House I & II admission requirements to next month

Neighborhood Revitalization Commission

The commission will discuss a draft Rental Registration/Licensing Ordinance. Members will also discuss possible regulations for AirBnBs and short-term rentals.

• Draft Rental Registration/Licensing Ordinance
• Regulation of AirBnBs and short-term rentals
• Neighborhood Reports and Comprehensive Plan updates

The Neighborhood Revitalization Commission approved a draft ordinance for rental registration and licensing. The commission also discussed potential regulations for short-term rentals and received an update on the comprehensive plan community engagement process.

• Approved September 9, 2022 Meeting Minutes (9-0)
• Adopted draft Rental Registration/Licensing Ordinance (9-0)
• Requested staff review other community ordinances and licenses regarding short-term rentals

Community Development Committee - Abolished 2.9.2023

The Community Development Committee will review minutes from the October 11, 2022 meeting. The committee will also consider an offer to purchase property at 1512 Liberty Street and receive a CDBG Public Service Process update.

• Action on Offer to Purchase 1512 Liberty Street
• CDBG Public Service Process Update

The Community Development Committee approved an offer to purchase a property on Liberty Street. Staff provided an update on the CDBG Public Service scoring and selection schedule.

• Approved Offer to Purchase #1 for 1512 Liberty Street for $267,000, contingent on applicant reducing back end ration to 43% guidelines (voice vote)
• Approved minutes from October 11, 2022 meeting (voice vote)

Library Board

The Library Board will discuss updates regarding the 2023 operating budget process and staff vacancies. The meeting includes a review of an updated materials selection policy. Additionally, the board will consider recommendations from a pay and classification study.

• Approval of October 2022 bills and financial reports
• Review of updated materials selection policy
• Discussion and approval of pay and classification study recommendations
• Updates on the 2023 operating budget process

The Library Board approved recommendations from McGrath Consulting regarding a pay and classification study, including changes to some position titles. The board also adopted an updated Materials Selection Policy and approved October 2022 financial reports.

• Approved Pay and Classification Study Recommendations (Carried)
• Approved updated Materials Selection Policy (Carried)
• Approved October 2022 bills and financial reports (Carried)
• Approved October 11, 2022 meeting minutes (Carried)
• Approved November 1, 2022 Committee of the Whole minutes (Carried)

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will consider a resolution for a Creekside Place slope stabilization study. The agenda also includes land swap requests for storm water drainageways and fiber optic permits on Charter Street. Additionally, the board will review construction change orders and South Avenue right-of-way acquisition payments.

• Creekside Place Slope Stabilization Study and bond fund recommitment (22-1205)
• Land swap in First and Second Gerrard Additions for storm water drainageway (22-1322)
• Fiber optics permits near 200 4th St. S. and 2541 Commerce Street
• Construction contract change orders (22-1350)
• Payment list for South Avenue right-of-way acquisitions (22-1357)

The Board of Public Works approved a study for slope stabilization at Creekside Place and a land swap for storm water conveyance. The board also granted two fiber optic privilege permits and approved construction change orders and right-of-way payments for South Avenue.

• Approved creation of Creekside Place Slope Stabilization Study and recommitment of bond funds (voice vote)
• Approved land swap within First and Second Gerrard Additions for storm water conveyance (voice vote)
• Approved Charter Street Privilege Permit for fiber optics adjacent to 200 4th St. S. (voice vote)
• Approved Charter Street Privilege Permit for fiber optics at 2541 Commerce Street (voice vote)
• Approved Construction Contract Change Orders (voice vote)
• Approved Payment List of ROW Acquisitions for South Avenue (voice vote)
• Approved October 13, 2022 minutes

Finance & Personnel Committee

The committee will consider several grant applications for police programs and transit assistance. Agenda items also include infrastructure projects, such as a slope stabilization study and lighting improvements. Additionally, the committee will review financial audit reports and collective bargaining updates.

• Resolutions to accept multiple grants for Police Department programs and staffing
• Creation of a Creekside Place Slope Stabilization Study
• Funding for 10th & Cass Lighting project, Phase 3 using TIF 11 funds
• Amendment to the Project Plan for Tax Incremental District No. 18
• Land swap in First and Second Gerrard Additions for a storm water drainageway

The Finance & Personnel Committee recommended several resolutions to the Common Council, including pay study updates and multiple police grants. The committee also recommended the approval of a facilities assessment and a slope stabilization study. All recommendations passed with a 5-0 vote, with one member excused.

• Recommended adoption of 2022 pay and class study recommendations (5-0)
• Recommended adoption of funding for City of La Crosse Facilities Assessment (5-0)
• Recommended adoption of Creekside Place Slope Stabilization Study (5-0)
• Recommended adoption of amended Project Plan for Tax Incremental District No. 18 (5-0)
• Recommended adoption of four police department grants, including one for a Police Officer position (5-0)
• Recommended adoption of a land swap within First and Second Gerrard Additions for storm water conveyance (5-0)
• Recommended adoption of amended fee schedule for burglar or robbery false alarms (5-0)
• Recommended appropriation of unused TIF 11 funds for 10th & Cass Lighting project, Phase 3 (5-0)

Judiciary & Administration Committee

The Judiciary & Administration Committee will review several land use and ordinance updates. This includes a permit for Mayo Clinic Health System and the adoption of a flood hazard mitigation plan. The committee will also hold public hearings on alarm systems and various license applications.

• Conditional Use Permit for Mayo Clinic Health System at 630 10th Street S.
• Ordinance to annex land from the Town of Campbell to the City of La Crosse.
• Adoption of the City of La Crosse Flood Hazard Mitigation Plan.
• Ordinance regarding alternative side parking.
• Zoning change at 1911 George Street to allow three living units.

The Judiciary & Administration Committee recommended the adoption of multiple ordinances and resolutions, including a flood hazard plan and land annexations. Most recommendations passed unanimously, though a conditional use permit for Mayo Clinic Health System passed with a split vote.

• Recommended approval of Mayo Clinic Health System Conditional Use Permit at 630 10th Street S. (4-3)
• Recommended adoption of ordinance to annex land from Town of Campbell (7-0)
• Recommended adoption of August 2022 Flood Hazard Mitigation Plan (7-0)
• Recommended adoption of ordinance regarding alternative side parking (7-0)
• Recommended approval of Certified Survey Map for Town of Shelby property (7-0)
• Recommended adoption of ordinance to allow three living units at 1911 George Street (6-1)
• Recommended adoption of ordinance regarding false burglar or robbery alarm systems (7-0)
• Recommended approval of subdivision plat waiver for 1027 Hayes Street (7-0)

Economic Development Commission - Abolished 2.9.2023

The commission will receive a quarterly update on an ARPA-funded childcare project from The Parenting Place. Members will also review annual reports for active Tax Incremental Districts and discuss proposed changes to the Economic Development Ordinance.

• Quarterly update on ARPA-funded childcare project from The Parenting Place
• Review of Annual PE-300 Reports and status of active Tax Incremental Districts
• Discussion of staff recommended Economic Development Ordinance changes

The commission approved the previous meeting minutes. Members requested additional information regarding Tax Incremental District (TID) values and research on TIF approval processes in other municipalities.

• Approved previous meeting minutes (voice vote)
• Requested Assessment Department attendance at next meeting to discuss TID equalized value decreases
• Requested staff research TIF approval processes in similar municipalities
• Requested EDC member feedback on proposed Economic Development Ordinance changes by Nov 9th

Library Board

The Library Board Committee of the Whole is meeting in an advisory capacity to review library operations. The agenda includes a presentation on materials challenges and consideration of recommended updates to the Materials Selection Policy. No motions or decisions will be made during this meeting.

• Presentation on materials challenges by Deputy Library Director Dawn Wacek
• Consideration of recommended updates to the Materials Selection Policy

The Board received a presentation on national trends in book challenges and the library's role in addressing them. Proposed updates to the Materials Selection Policy were discussed but not decided.

• Tabled updates to Materials Selection Policy to the Nov. 8 Board Meeting
• Assigned staff to define the library's service area

City Plan Commission

The City Plan Commission will consider several land use and zoning items, including a conditional use permit for 630 10th Street S. The meeting also includes the adoption of a flood hazard mitigation plan and an ordinance to annex land from the Town of Campbell. Additionally, the commission will review parking lot plans for Airport Rd.

• Conditional use permit for Mayo Clinic Health System at 630 10th Street S
• Adoption of the City of La Crosse Flood Hazard Mitigation Plan
• Ordinance to annex land from the Town of Campbell to the City of La Crosse
• Zoning change at 1911 George Street to allow three living units
• Review of parking lot plans at 3235-3239 Airport Rd

The Commission recommended several ordinances and resolutions for adoption by other committees, including a land annexation and a flood hazard mitigation plan. It approved a certified survey map, a subdivision plat waiver, and parking lot plans. A request to convert a building into three living units was referred back to the commission for 30 days.

• Recommended adoption of ordinance to annex land from Town of Campbell (voice vote)
• Recommended adoption of Conditional Use Permit for Mayo Clinic Health System at 630 10th Street S. (4-3)
• Recommended adoption of August 2022 Flood Hazard Mitigation Plan (voice vote)
• Approved Certified Survey Map for Town of Shelby property (voice vote)
• Referred conversion of 1911 George Street to three living units for 30 days (voice vote)
• Recommended adoption of land swap resolution for storm water conveyance (voice vote)
• Approved waiver of subdivision plat for 1027 Hayes Street (voice vote)
• Approved parking lot plans for 3235-3239 Airport Rd (voice vote)

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will review construction contract change orders and a final payment. The board will also consider a permit request from Metro Fibernet for fiber optic installation at 29th Court and Broadview Place.

• Construction contract change orders (22-1026)
• Construction contract final payment (22-1255)
• Metro Fibernet street privilege permit request for fiber optics at 29th Court and Broadview Place (22-1330)
• Bidder's Proof of Responsibility (22-1343)

The Board of Public Works approved a street privilege permit for fiber optics installation. The board also approved construction contract change orders and a final payment.

• Approved construction contract change orders (voice vote)
• Approved construction contract final payment (voice vote)
• Approved Metro Fibernet street privilege permit for fiber optics at 29th Court and Broadview Place (voice vote)
• Approved October 24, 2022 meeting minutes (voice vote)

Redevelopment Authority

The Redevelopment Authority will consider amendments to planning option agreements for F Street Group and Red Earth LLC. The meeting also includes a monthly update on the River Point District and discussion regarding forming an association for that district.

• Amendment to Planning Option Agreement for F Street Group
• Amendment to Planning Option Agreement for Red Earth LLC
• Monthly update from WiRED Properties on River Point District
• Consideration of forming an Association for River Point District
• Discussion regarding WiRED contract and staffing options

The Redevelopment Authority approved planning option agreement amendments for F Street Group and Red Earth LLC. The board decided not to renew the WiRED contract following a closed session. A proposal to form an association for the River Point District was referred back to the authority for 90 days.

• Approved amendment to Planning Option Agreement for F Street Group (voice vote)
• Approved amendment to Planning Option Agreement for Red Earth LLC (voice vote)
• Referred formation of Association for River Point District to the Redevelopment Authority for 90 days (voice vote)
• Decided not to renew WiRED contract (voice vote)

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will review construction contract change orders and bidder responsibility. A public hearing is scheduled regarding a noise exemption for sewer manhole replacement on West Avenue and South Avenue. The board will also consider establishing new 2-way stop controls at several intersections.

• Construction contract change orders (22-1323)
• Bidder's proof of responsibility (22-1327)
• Public hearing for construction noise exemption on West Avenue and South Ave (22-1273)
• New 2-way stop control at Winnebago St & 22nd/23rd St S and Mississippi St (22-1328)

The Board of Public Works approved the installation of 2-way stop controls at three specific intersections. The board also approved construction contract change orders and a noise exemption for sewer work.

• Approved construction contract change orders (voice vote)
• Approved Bidder's Proof of Responsibility (voice vote)
• Approved noise exemption for Chippewa Concrete Services for sewer manhole replacement on West Avenue and South Ave (voice vote)
• Approved 2-way STOP control at 22nd St S & Winnebago St, 23rd St S & Winnebago, and 23rd St S & Mississippi (voice vote)
• Approved October 17, 2022 meeting minutes (voice vote)

Committee for Citizens with Disabilities

The Committee for Citizens with Disabilities will discuss the full-time ADA Coordinator position and review ADA Transition Survey Results. The committee will also address City Snow Removal Policies for 2022-20223.

• Full Time ADA Coordinator
• ADA Transition Survey Results
• City Snow Removal Policies for 2022-20223

The Committee for Citizens with Disabilities discussed efforts to secure a full-time ADA Coordinator, reviewed ADA Transition Survey results highlighting accessibility issues at festivals and parks, and reviewed the city's snow removal policies for 2022-2023. No formal decisions or votes were recorded.

• Discussed working with Council to obtain a full-time ADA Coordinator
• Reviewed ADA Transition Survey results, noting need for more ADA-friendly festivals and park facilities
• Discussed snow removal policy: 24-hour clearance, inspection after snowfall, citation process, and 311 complaint system
• Requested a DOT representative attend next meeting to discuss safe crossings at roundabouts on South Ave

Police and Fire Commission

The commission will review the October 2022 police and fire personnel reports. This includes the promotion of Stephen Curns to Lieutenant and Whitney Hughes to Sergeant.

• Promotion of Sergeant Stephen Curns to Lieutenant
• Promotion of Investigator Whitney Hughes to Sergeant
• October 2022 Fire Personnel Report

The Commission unanimously approved the promotions of Sergeant Stephen Curns to Lieutenant and Investigator Whitney Hughes to Sergeant, and accepted the October 2022 police and fire personnel reports. The meeting was conducted via video conference and adjourned at 9:56 a.m.

• Approved promotion of Sergeant Stephen Curns to Lieutenant (unanimous)
• Approved promotion of Investigator Whitney Hughes to Sergeant (unanimous)
• Accepted and filed October 2022 Police Personnel Report (unanimous)
• Accepted and filed October 2022 Fire Personnel Report (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of September 21, 2022 meeting (4-0-1, Nasif abstained)

La Crosse Center Board

The La Crosse Center Board will review the September 2022 financial report and budget analysis. The agenda includes discussions on contract management, convention updates, and the 2023 catering contract. Action items include approving minutes from September 19, 2022, and liquor invoices for September 2022.

• Approval of September 19, 2022, meeting minutes
• Review of September 2022 financial report and budget analysis
• Discussion on contract management updates
• Review of the 2023 catering contract
• Approval of September 2022 liquor invoices

The board approved a new catering contract with corrections, and voted to allow $40,000 in Pepsi money to be accounted into the Center's 2022 financial performance. The venue is currently $132,841.81 in the red but expects a positive year-end result. Director Art Fahey announced his retirement effective October 20, 2022.

• Approved September 2022 meeting minutes unanimously
• Approved $40,000 Pepsi money to be accounted into overall 2022 financial performance
• Approved new catering contract with corrections; changes require board approval
• Approved September 2022 liquor invoices unanimously

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will hear a variance appeal regarding property setbacks. The appeal concerns the requirement for a 20 foot rear yard setback for an addition at 3716 Mormon Coulee Rd.

• Variance appeal for a 20 foot rear yard setback at 3716 Mormon Coulee Rd.

The Board of Zoning Appeals voted 4-0 to grant a variance allowing a 1.49-foot rear-yard setback (instead of the required 20 feet) for an addition at 3716 Mormon Coulee Road. The variance was requested by Chileda, a nonprofit serving children with severe behavioral challenges, to build a therapy and skill-building facility adjacent to its existing training building. The board found the adjacent cemetery created a unique property limitation and that the hardship (cost of relocating utilities, loss of parking) justified the variance, with no harm to public interests.

• Approved variance appeal 2663 for 1.49-ft rear-yard setback at 3716 Mormon Coulee Rd (4-0)

Employee Benefit Trust Fund Committee

The committee will discuss introducing and offering a self-funded dental plan to City employees effective January 1, 2023. The meeting also includes a discussion regarding Health Reimbursement Arrangements (HRA), Lifestyle Spending Accounts (LSA), and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA).

• Introduction of a self-funded dental plan for City employees effective 1/1/2023
• Discussion of Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA), Lifestyle Spending Account (LSA), and Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Board of Public Works

The Board is considering noise exemptions for sewer manhole replacements on West Avenue and South Avenue. The agenda also includes a request to use the 6th St parking area for police remodeling project staging.

• Noise exemption request from Gerke Excavating for sewer work on West Avenue and South Avenue
• Noise exemption request from Chippewa Concrete Services for sewer work on West Avenue and South Avenue
• Construction contract change orders
• Request to use 6th St parking area for police remodeling project staging

Common Council

The Common Council is considering several infrastructure contracts, including sewer lining and building rehabilitation. The meeting also includes discussions on zoning amendments for pet shops and property transfers. Two recent motions regarding a health system permit and affordable housing rezoning were noted as having failed.

• $477,703 contract for the 2022 Sewer Lining Project with Visu-Sewer, Inc.
• $329,000 contract for Historic U.S. Fish Control Lab Building Rehabilitation - Phase 3
• $84,926 contract for Brickyard & Millatti Ln Stormwater Repairs
• Failed motion for a Conditional Use Permit for Mayo Clinic Health System at 630 10th Street S
• Failed ordinance to allow affordable housing units at 811 Monitor St

The Common Council voted 7-6 against a resolution to purchase property for affordable housing, failing to secure the acquisition. However, they adopted an ordinance rezoning 811 Monitor St. from Light Industrial to Multiple Dwelling District to allow affordable housing units, contingent on property purchase. The council also approved several contracts, including $477,703 for sewer lining and $329,000 for historic building rehabilitation, and rejected bids for Pearl Walkway Improvements.

• Denied property purchase for affordable housing (7-6)
• Adopted ordinance rezoning 811 Monitor St. for affordable housing (9-4)
• Approved $477,703 contract for 2022 Sewer Lining Project (13-0)
• Approved $329,000 contract for Historic U.S. Fish Control Lab Building Rehabilitation Phase 3 (13-0)
• Approved $84,926 contract for Brickyard & Millatti Ln Stormwater Repairs (12-0)
• Rejected bids for Pearl Walkway Improvements (12-0)
• Referred Mayo Clinic conditional use permit for 630 10th St. S. for 30 days (13-0)
• Approved lease with Rivercrest Village Partners, LLC (13-0)

Arts and Culture Board

The Arts Board will consider a $10,000 grant request for the Arts for Young America Program. The meeting also includes discussions regarding an August 8th input session and Community Supported Art. Additionally, members will discuss the Create Wisconsin Recognition scheduled for October 20th.

• $10,000 grant request for Viterbo University's Arts for Young America Program
• Discussion of August 8th input session
• Discussion of Community Supported Art
• Discussion of Create Wisconsin Recognition on October 20th

Economic Development Commission - Abolished 2.9.2023

The Economic Development Commission will review upcoming items for the November 1 meeting and consider possible action on loans for The Artisan Preservation Co LLC. A closed session may be held to confer with legal counsel regarding this item.

• Review and possible action on The Artisan Preservation Co LLC loan(s)
• Planning for upcoming items for the November 1 meeting

The Economic Development Commission approved a staff recommendation for a loan to The Artisan Preservation Co LLC, adding a condition that interest accrued by the city will be paid by Jeaneri LLC/Dale Berg and that the city will receive verifiable documents confirming historical tax credits will serve as payback. The motion carried on a voice vote. The meeting was held virtually.

• Approved staff recommendation for Artisan Preservation Co. loan with additional terms (voice vote)
• Approved meeting minutes from previous session (voice vote)

Finance & Personnel Committee

The Finance & Personnel Committee meeting scheduled for October 13, 2022, featured one substantive agenda item. Resolution 22-1294 regarding a lease with Rivercrest Village Partners, LLC, was short-circuited by Mayor Reynolds on October 12, 2022.

• Resolution 22-1294 (lease with Rivercrest Village Partners, LLC) was short-circuited

The Finance & Personnel Committee voted unanimously to recommend a resolution approving a lease with Rivercrest Village Partners, LLC. The recommendation will be sent to the Common Council for final adoption on October 13, 2022.

• Recommended approval of lease with Rivercrest Village Partners, LLC (6-0)

Human Rights Commission

The commission will review updates from the Racial Equity Team, REACH, and Homelessness Coordinator. The meeting also includes discussions regarding housing as a human right and strategic planning drafts.

• Updates from Racial Equity Team, REACH, and Homelessness Coordinator
• Strategic planning drafts for goals, actions, and mission/vision
• Discussion on housing as a human right
• Discussion on Civil Rights Department

The Human Rights Commission met and approved the previous meeting's minutes. They discussed updates on homelessness efforts, including warming center capacity and potential emergency declarations, and deliberated on strategic planning and a resolution declaring housing a human right. No formal decisions were made on these agenda items.

• Approved previous meeting minutes (voice vote)
• Discussed homelessness updates, including WERA funding for hotel stays
• Discussed strategic planning, including Housing Authority policies on evictions and background checks
• Discussed housing as a human right resolution, with next steps for review

Housing Authority of the City of La Crosse

The Housing Authority will discuss the 2023 Annual Plan and 5-Year Capital Fund Program Plan, which includes a scheduled public hearing. The meeting also covers revisions to pet policies for public housing and specific sites like Forest Park and Ping Manor. Additionally, members will review leasing documents for Alberts House I & II.

• Revision of Public Housing Admissions and Occupancy Pet Policy Plan (22-1274)
• Revision of Forest Park and Ping Manor Tenant Selection Pet Policy Plan (22-1275)
• Review of Alberts House I & II leasing document package
• Public hearing for the PHA 2023 Annual Plan and 5-Year Capital Fund Program Plan (22-1276)

The Housing Authority approved revised pet policy plans for Public Housing and for Forest Park and Ping Manor, and approved the PHA 2023 Annual Plan and 5-Year Capital Fund Program 2023-2027 after a public hearing. Bills totaling $243,895.29 were also approved. The Alberts I & II leasing packet was reviewed, with leasing to begin at $799/month and criminal history questions on controlled substances removed from the application.

• Approved regular meeting minutes of September 14, 2022 (3-0)
• Approved bills totaling $243,895.29 (3-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 1097 revising Public Housing Admissions and Continued Occupancy Pet Policy Plan (3-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 1097 revising Forest Park and Ping Manor Tenant Selection Pet Policy Plan (3-0)
• Approved PHA 2023 Annual Plan and 5-Year Capital Fund Program 2023-2027 after public hearing (2-0)
• Moved meeting to Ping Manor for public hearing (4-0)
• Adjourned (2-0)

Room Tax Commission

The Room Tax Commission will elect a Chair and Vice Chair. The meeting also includes reviews of room tax statistics, distribution reports, and budgets for the Convention & Visitor's Bureau and La Crosse Center.

• Election of Chair and Vice Chair
• Review of Room Tax Statistics (22-1283)
• Review of Room Tax Distribution Report (22-1284)
• Convention & Visitor's Bureau budget review for 2022 and 2023
• La Crosse Center 2022 and 2023 budget reviews

The Room Tax Commission unanimously approved the proposed 2023 budgets for the Convention & Visitor's Bureau and the La Crosse Center, along with accepting and filing reports on room tax statistics, distribution, and year-to-date budgets. Officers were also elected for the coming year.

• Approved minutes of October 5, 2021 meeting (unanimous)
• Elected Commissioner Trost as Chair (unanimous)
• Elected Commissioner Weber as Vice Chair (unanimous)
• Accepted and filed Room Tax Statistics report (unanimous)
• Accepted and filed Room Tax Distribution Report (unanimous)
• Accepted and filed CVB 2022 year-to-date budget review and 2023 proposal (unanimous)
• Approved proposed 2023 budget for Convention & Visitor's Bureau (unanimous)
• Approved proposed 2023 budget for La Crosse Center (unanimous)

Board of Estimates

The Board of Estimates will discuss and review the recommended 2023 operating budget. The agenda also includes approval of minutes and standard procedural items.

• Review or finalization of the recommended operating budget, if needed
• Discussion of the 2023 Operating Budget (item 22-0859)

Council Planning Meeting

The Police Department will provide a presentation regarding an overview of current and future issues and the implementation of Council priorities. No other substantive agenda items are listed for this meeting.

• Presentation by the Police Department regarding current and future issues and Council priorities (Item 22-1257)

The La Crosse City Council held a special planning meeting where Police Chief Kudron, Assistant Chief Melby, and several captains presented an overview of the department's mission, vision, division roles, and current/future issues, including implementation of Council priorities. Council members asked questions. No votes or decisions were taken.

Climate Action Plan Steering Committee

The Climate Action Plan Steering Committee will review an overview presentation of the draft Climate Action Plan. The presentation will be delivered by Ted Redmond from paleBLUEdot.

• Overview presentation of the draft Climate Action Plan by Ted Redmond

The committee heard a presentation on the draft Climate Action Plan from consultant Ted Redmond. No decisions were made; the meeting was informational only. The public comment period remains open through October at the city's website.

• Approved previous meeting minutes by voice vote

Bicycle-Pedestrian Advisory Committee

The committee will review proposed bicycle and pedestrian items in the draft La Crosse Climate Action Plan. Members will also discuss traffic gardens, grant opportunities, and the Comprehensive Plan. The meeting includes discussion on developing a Request For Proposals for a Master Plan update.

• Development of an RFP for the Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan update
• Overview of bicycle/pedestrian items in the draft La Crosse Climate Action Plan
• Updates on Front Street railroad tracks, trail bridge signage, and TAP grant projects
• Discussion regarding Fall grant opportunities
• Review of Community Transportation Academy information

The committee heard presentations on bicycle and pedestrian elements in the draft La Crosse Climate Action Plan and a Community Transportation Academy. They discussed traffic gardens, trail bridge signage, and the upcoming Request for Proposals for the Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan update. No formal votes were taken on substantive items; the only action was approval of the previous meeting's minutes (6-0).

• Approved September 13, 2022 meeting minutes (6-0)

Library Board

The board will review financial reports and an update on the 2023 operating budget process. Agenda items include approving a resource contract for the Winding Rivers Library System and an updated materials selection policy. A presentation regarding collection management is also scheduled.

• Approval of 2023 Winding Rivers Library System Resource Contract
• Approval of Updated Materials Selection Policy
• 2023 Operating Budget Process Update
• Collection Management Department Presentation

The Library Board approved the 2023 Operating Budget as recommended by the Board of Estimates, which includes two part-time Library Associates and one part-time Custodial position. A requested full-time Librarian position was not funded. The Board also approved the 2023 Winding Rivers Library System Resource Contract and tabled the updated Materials Selection Policy for further discussion.

• Approved the minutes of September 13, 2022 regular board meeting.
• Approved the minutes of October 4, 2022 Committee of the Whole meeting.
• Approved bills and financial reports for September 2022.
• Approved 2023 Winding Rivers Library System Resource Contract.
• Moved the updated Materials Selection Policy back to Committee of the Whole for further discussion (carried 5-1, Simpson voting nay).
• Adjourned at 6:19 p.m.

La Crosse Center Management Operations Subcommittee - Inactivated 5.5.2026

The subcommittee will review and discuss different management options for the La Crosse Center. The meeting also includes procedural items such as roll call and approval of minutes.

• Review and discussion of management options for the La Crosse Center (Item 22-1271)

The La Crosse Center Management Operations Subcommittee decided to interview four companies interested in submitting a management agreement for the La Crosse Center. The interviews will allow the companies to review the venue's goals, which include a hybrid structure where some services are contracted out while the City and Center staff continue operations. Jay Odegaard was tasked with creating the interview schedule, and recommendations will go to the Center Board and possibly the Mayor and City Council.

• Decided to interview 4 companies interested in a management agreement
• Charged Jay Odegaard with setting up an interview schedule
• Agreed on a hybrid management structure with contracted services and City/Center staff

Building and Housing Appeals Board

The Building and Housing Appeals Board is reviewing a variance request for the Riverside South Toilet Rooms at 239 E Veterans Memorial Drive. The request seeks relief from masonry requirements to allow for wood-framed construction. The board will also approve minutes from the July 19, 2022 meeting.

• Variance request (22-1269) for wood-framed construction at 239 E Veterans Memorial Drive
• Approval of July 19, 2022 meeting minutes

The Board approved a variance request to use wood framing instead of masonry for the Riverside South toilet rooms at 239 E Veterans Memorial Drive, with a 2-hour fire-rated exterior wall assembly. The motion carried unanimously by voice vote. The meeting also approved the July 19, 2022 minutes and opened and closed the public hearing as required.

• Approved variance from masonry requirement for wood-framed toilet rooms at 239 E Veterans Memorial Drive (unanimous)
• Approved July 19, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Opened public hearing (unanimous)
• Closed public hearing (unanimous)

Community Development Committee - Abolished 2.9.2023

The Community Development Committee will review a Request for Proposal regarding CDBG Public Services. The agenda also includes an introduction to Neighborly.

• CDBG Public Services Request for Proposal (22-1280)
• Introduction to Neighborly (22-1281)
• Approval of September 13, 2022 meeting minutes

The committee approved the CDBG Public Services Request for Proposal after opening and closing a public hearing. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting also included approval of prior minutes and an introduction to Neighborly.

• Approved CDBG Public Services Request for Proposal (voice vote)
• Approved minutes from previous meeting (voice vote)

Board of Estimates

The Board of Estimates will discuss, review, and finalize the recommended operating budget. This includes consideration of an amended resolution to approve the 2023 Operating Budget.

• Amended Resolution 22-0859 approving the 2023 Operating Budget

The Board of Estimates unanimously approved the 2023 Operating Budget as presented. The meeting was brief and focused solely on this single substantive decision.

• Approved 2023 Operating Budget (unanimous)

Board of Public Works

The Board will consider a request from the Wisconsin Department of Transportation to use Losey Boulevard as part of a detour for the USH 14 (South Ave) reconstruction project. The agenda also includes street privilege permit requests from Metro Fibernet for fiber optic installation.

• WisDOT request to use Losey Boulevard as a detour for USH 14 (South Ave) reconstruction
• Metro Fibernet permit request for fiber optics on Losey, Vine and King Streets
• Metro Fibernet permit request for fiber in right-of-way at Lang Drive and St Andrew Street
• Review of Bidder's Proof of Responsibility

The Board of Public Works approved a WisDOT request to use Losey Boulevard as a detour for the USH 14 (South Ave) reconstruction project. Two Metro Fibernet street privilege permits for fiber-optic installation were also approved, with conditions to coordinate with city staff. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved WisDOT detour on Losey Boulevard for USH 14 reconstruction (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved Metro Fibernet street privilege permit for fiber optics on Losey, Vine, and King Streets, conditioned on coordination with city staff (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved Metro Fibernet street privilege permit for fiber optics at Lang Drive and St Andrew Street, conditioned on coordination with city staff (unanimous voice vote)

Finance & Personnel Committee

The Finance & Personnel Committee is considering several resolutions regarding city property and infrastructure. Agenda items include a property purchase for affordable housing and reconstruction plans for 6th Street South. The committee will also discuss utility funding for the Hagar street extension and an update on collective bargaining.

• Property purchase for affordable housing
• Reconstruction of 6th Street South from Cass Street to State Street
• Funding and demolition for River Point District property improvements
• Parcel exchange with UW-La Crosse for Fire Station #2
• Use of utility funds for Hagar street extension

The Finance & Personnel Committee voted unanimously to recommend several resolutions to the Common Council, including funding for a city facilities assessment (re-referred for 30 days), a grant agreement for updating the Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan, amendments to development agreements, a property purchase for affordable housing, additional funding for River Point District infrastructure, sale of surplus property at 717 Wall Street, reconstruction of 6th Street South, use of utility funds for Hagar Street extension, a parcel exchange with UW-La Crosse for a new fire station, purchase of two fire engines, a cloud service agreement with Granicus, and additional funds for the 2022 Sewer Lining Project. A collective bargaining update was discussed but no action taken.

• Recommended re-referral of facilities assessment resolution for 30 days (6-0)
• Recommended adoption of grant agreement for Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan update (6-0)
• Recommended adoption of amendments to Duratech and Chart development agreements (6-0)
• Recommended adoption of property purchase for affordable housing (6-0)
• Recommended adoption of additional funding and demolition for River Point District infrastructure (6-0)
• Recommended adoption of sale of surplus property at 717 Wall Street (6-0)
• Recommended adoption of agreement for reconstruction of 6th Street South from Cass to State (6-0)
• Recommended adoption of use of unbudgeted utility funds for Hagar Street extension, as amended (6-0)

Floodplain Advisory Committee

The committee will consider a resolution to adopt the August 2022 Flood Hazard Mitigation Plan. The agenda also includes an item regarding FEMA violations.

• Resolution adopting the City of La Crosse Flood Hazard Mitigation Plan of August 2022
• FEMA Violations (Item 21-1681)

The committee received an update on FEMA violations, reducing the total from 58 to 36, and recommended adoption of the City of La Crosse Flood Hazard Mitigation Plan with minor edits. No final votes were taken; the plan will go to the full council for adoption.

• Recommended adoption of Flood Hazard Mitigation Plan with minor edits (no vote recorded)
• Noted reduction of FEMA violations from 58 to 36 (update only, no action taken)

Judiciary & Administration Committee

The Judiciary & Administration Committee voted 4-2 against recommending approval of Mayo Clinic Health System's conditional use permit for demolition and parking lot expansion at 630 10th Street S. The committee recommended adoption of a zoning change for 600 Losey Blvd. N. and a pet shop ordinance update, but rejected a zoning change for affordable housing at 811 Monitor St. License applications for 2022-2023 were recommended for approval.

• Conditional use permit for Mayo Clinic at 630 10th St S. not recommended (2-4)
• Zoning change at 600 Losey Blvd. N. recommended for adoption (6-0)
• Zoning change for affordable housing at 811 Monitor St. not recommended (2-5)
• Pet shop ordinance amendments recommended for adoption (7-0)
• Various license applications recommended for approval (7-0)

Climate Action Plan Steering Committee

The committee will provide an overview of the City of La Crosse’s climate action planning process. The meeting is intended to solicit feedback on the draft plan, which focuses on greenhouse gas reduction goals by 2030 and community resilience.

• Presentation and discussion of the Climate Action Plan draft

Library Board

The Library Board Committee of the Whole will discuss the 2023 Winding Rivers Library System Resource Contract and materials budget allocation. The agenda also includes reviews of staff tools and proposed updates to the Materials Selection Policy. As this is a Committee of the Whole meeting, it is for advisory purposes only and no decisions will be made.

• 2023 Winding Rivers Library System Resource Contract
• Overview of Materials Budget Allocation
• Review of staff tools for library resources
• Proposed updates to Materials Selection Policy
• Review of Library Program and Social Media policies

The Library Board met as a Committee of the Whole and reviewed the 2023 Winding Rivers Library System Resource Contract, which is for the same amount and services as 2022. No decisions were made; a motion to approve the contract will be on the agenda for the next Board meeting. The board also discussed the materials budget allocation, staff training on handling concerns, and proposed minor updates to the Materials Selection Policy.

• No decisions made; meeting was a Committee of the Whole discussion only

City Plan Commission

The City Plan Commission is reviewing several rezoning requests and land use applications. Proposed items include a permit for green space at 630 10th Street S and property changes at 600 Losey Blvd. N. The commission will also discuss amendments to Tax Incremental District No. 18 and the Comprehensive Plan process.

• Conditional Use Permit at 630 10th Street S for green space and parking extension
• Rezoning 600 Losey Blvd. N. to Public and Semi-Public District
• Rezoning 811 Monitor St to Multiple Dwelling District for affordable housing
• Sale of surplus property at 717 Wall Street
• Amendment to the Project Plan for Tax Incremental District No. 18

The City Plan Commission denied Mayo Clinic Health System's conditional use permit for demolition and parking lot expansion at 630 10th St. S. (3-4 vote). The commission recommended approval of a rezoning at 600 Losey Blvd. N. and a rezoning for affordable housing at 811 Monitor St. (4-3). A resolution to sell surplus property at 717 Wall St. was also recommended for adoption.

• Denied Mayo Clinic conditional use permit for demolition and parking lot expansion at 630 10th St. S. (3-4)
• Recommended adoption of rezoning at 600 Losey Blvd. N. from Residence to Public and Semi-Public District (voice vote)
• Recommended adoption of rezoning at 811 Monitor St. from Light Industrial to Multiple Dwelling District for affordable housing (4-3, 1 recusal)
• Recommended adoption of resolution to sell surplus property at 717 Wall St. (voice vote)
• Held public hearing on Tax Incremental District No. 18 plan amendment (no public comments)
• Recommended adoption of resolution approving TID No. 18 plan amendment (voice vote)
• Received update on Comprehensive Plan and Future Land Use Element (discussion only)

Joint Review Board

The Joint Review Board will discuss board responsibilities and review the annual ethics policy. The meeting also includes a review of the draft project plan for TID 18 and the status of active Tax Incremental Districts.

• Review of draft Project Plan for TID 18 amendment
• Annual Ethics Policy Review
• Discussion on Joint Review Board responsibilities
• Review of annual PE-300 reports and active Tax Incremental District status
• Resolution acknowledging filing of annual reports

The Joint Review Board met and adopted a resolution acknowledging the filing of annual PE-300 reports and compliance with the annual meeting requirement. Members also reviewed the draft project plan for TID 18 and discussed the board's responsibilities. No substantive decisions were made beyond the resolution adoption.

• Adopted resolution acknowledging annual PE-300 reports and compliance (voice vote, unanimous)

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will consider using unbudgeted utility funds for Hagar street extension materials. The agenda also includes resolutions for a property sale at 717 Wall Street and several fiber optic permit applications.

• Use of unbudgeted Utility funds for Hagar street extension materials
• Sale of surplus property and fund allocation at 717 Wall Street
• Fiber optic permit requests for Lauderdale Place, 10th, and Market Streets
• Final payments for sewer repairs, 29th St paving, and Airport & Well fiber interconnection
• Quote proposal for Pammel Creek force main

The Board of Public Works approved several routine items including construction contract change orders and final payments, fiber optic right-of-way permits for TDS Telecom and Metro Fibernet, a quote proposal for the Pammel Creek force main, and recommended adoption of resolutions for surplus property sale at 717 Wall Street and unbudgeted utility funds for the Hagar Street extension. All votes were unanimous by voice vote.

• Approved construction contract change order (voice vote)
• Approved construction contract final payments (voice vote)
• Approved TDS Telecom fiber optics ROW permit at Lauderdale Place and Lauderdale Court (voice vote)
• Approved Metro Fibernet street privilege permit for fiber optics at 10th and Market Streets (voice vote)
• Approved quote proposal for Pammel Creek force main (voice vote)
• Recommended adoption of resolution for sale of surplus property at 717 Wall Street (voice vote)
• Recommended adoption of resolution for unbudgeted utility funds for Hagar Street extension (voice vote)

International Committee

The International Committee will review funding requests and dues for sister cities. The agenda also includes discussions regarding the Oktoberfest Parade and Global Initiatives Week.

• Funding requests (22-1161)
• Sister cities dues (22-1162)
• Oktoberfest Parade (22-1163)
• Global Initiatives Week (22-1164)
• Sister city new member kits (22-1165)

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will review quote proposals for the first phase of Kids Coulee Playground renovations. The agenda also includes a final payment for 2022 street painting and a review of bidder responsibility.

• Quote proposals for Kids Coulee Playground Renovations Phase 1
• Final payment for 2022 Street Painting-Long Lines construction contract
• Review of Bidder's Proof of Responsibility

The Board of Public Works approved a construction contract final payment and accepted quote proposals for Kids Coulee Playground Renovations Phase 1. No substantive decisions were made beyond these routine approvals.

• Approved minutes of September 19, 2022 (voice vote)
• Approved construction contract final payment (voice vote)
• Approved quote proposals for Kids Coulee Playground Renovations Phase 1 (voice vote)

Employee Benefit Trust Fund Committee

The committee will consider a proposal for administration fees to meet federal transparency regulations. Members will also discuss introducing a self-funded dental plan and updating medical plan documents for 2023. Additionally, the meeting includes a discussion regarding HRA, LSA, and FSA options.

• Proposal for $14,391 annual administration fees for PBA's Sapphire365 program
• Discussion of introducing a self-funded dental plan effective January 1, 2023
• Discussion regarding HRA, LSA, and FSA options
• Proposal to update the City's Medical Master Plan Document/Summary Plan Description

The Employee Benefit Trust Fund Committee approved funding for Professional Benefit Administrators' Sapphire365 program at $1.95 per member per month (about $14,391 annually) for CAA compliance, and approved updates to the City's Medical Master Plan/Summary Plan Description effective 1/1/2023. Two items—a self-funded dental plan and HRA/LSA/FSA discussion—were referred for two weeks for further financial review. Minutes approval was also deferred to the next meeting.

• Approved $1.95/member/month PBA administration fees for Sapphire365 compliance program (3-0)
• Approved Medical Master Plan/Summary Plan Description updates effective 1/1/2023 (3-0)
• Referred self-funded dental plan discussion for two weeks (3-0)
• Referred HRA/LSA/FSA discussion for two weeks (3-0)
• Deferred approval of previous meeting minutes to next meeting (3-0)

Redevelopment Authority

The Redevelopment Authority approved a fireworks display for Oktoberfest at River Point District, a development plan from Red Earth, and security fencing for Oktoberfest. It also voted to end the contract with WiRED Properties and to fund an Executive Director position using $150,000 from the Industrial Park Sinking Fund and $80,000 annually from TIF funds for 2023-2025.

• Approved fireworks launch by La Crosse Skyrockers for Oktoberfest (voice vote)
• Approved Red Earth presentation and possible action (voice vote)
• Approved security fencing at River Point District for Oktoberfest (voice vote)
• Agreed to keep meeting time at 4:00 PM permanently (voice vote)
• Ended contract with Vendi for Q4 2022 (voice vote)
• Directed staff to request $150,000 from Industrial Park Sinking Fund for Executive Director position (voice vote)
• Directed staff to request $80,000 annually from TIF funds for 2023-2025 for Executive Director position (voice vote)
• Canceled WiRED contract on appropriate date (voice vote)

Police and Fire Commission

The Police and Fire Commission will review August 2022 personnel reports for the fire and police departments. The agenda also includes scheduling upcoming police officer interviews.

• Appointment of Evan Armour to the position of probationary Police Officer
• Scheduling of Police Officer interviews
• Review of August 2022 Fire Personnel Report
• Approval of August 17, 2022 meeting minutes

The Commission unanimously approved the appointment of Evan Armour as a probationary police officer and accepted monthly personnel reports from both the fire and police departments. Interviews for additional police officer positions were scheduled for October 28, 2022. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved appointment of Evan Armour as probationary police officer (unanimous)
• Accepted and filed August 2022 Fire Personnel Report (unanimous)
• Accepted and filed August 2022 Police Personnel Report (unanimous)
• Scheduled police officer interviews for October 28, 2022

City of La Crosse Diversity Equity Inclusion Team

The City of La Crosse Racial Equity Team is meeting to discuss marketing materials and media appearances. The agenda also includes discussing next steps while awaiting results.

• Marketing materials (22-1220)
• Media appearances (22-1221)
• Next steps until results come through (22-1222)

Aviation Board

The La Crosse Aviation Board is reviewing several items for the 2023 calendar year. This includes updates to airline and airport fee schedules, the operating budget, and airport rules and regulations. The board will also address a Mississippi Valley Conservancy agreement and surplus property declarations.

• 2023 Airline Schedule of Fees
• 2023 Airport Schedule of Fees
• 2023 Airport Operating Budget
• Mississippi Valley Conservancy Change Receptacle agreement
• La Crosse Regional Airport Rules and Regulations update

The Aviation Board approved the 2023 Airline Schedule of Fees, 2023 Airport Schedule of Fees, and the 2023 Airport Operating Budget, all by a 4-0 vote with three members excused. It also approved a coin receptacle agreement with the Mississippi Valley Conservancy, declared no surplus property, and approved amended airport rules and regulations. No action was taken on the Projects/Operations/Marketing/Air Service/Ft. McCoy update.

• Approved 2023 Airline Schedule of Fees (4-0)
• Approved 2023 Airport Schedule of Fees (4-0)
• Approved 2023 Airport Operating Budget (4-0)
• Approved Mississippi Valley Conservancy change receptacle agreement (4-0)
• Declared no surplus property for 2023 (4-0)
• Approved amended La Crosse Regional Airport Rules and Regulations (4-0)

La Crosse Center Board

The Board will discuss management next steps due to Director Fahey's retirement on October 20, 2022. The agenda also includes updates on convention status and catering agreements.

• Discussion on management following Director Fahey's retirement
• Updating Catering Agreement with La Crosse Center Catering partners
• Approval of liquor invoices for July and August 2022
• Financial report for July and August 2022
• Introduction of new Business Manager Emily Schmidt Peterson

The La Crosse Center Board voted unanimously to refer the July and August 2022 financial report to the October meeting after the business manager noted a late entry made year-to-date numbers inaccurate. The board also unanimously approved liquor invoices for August 2022 and referred an update to the catering agreement to October to correct errors. A closed session was held regarding the retirement of Director Fahey, with no reportable action afterward.

• Referred financial report for July and August 2022 to October meeting for accurate accounting (unanimous).
• Approved liquor invoices for August 2022 (unanimous).
• Referred updating the catering agreement to October meeting to correct typing errors and add an exhibit (unanimous).
• Approved minutes from August 16, 2022 (unanimous).
• Moved into closed session to discuss management steps related to Director Fahey's retirement (unanimous).

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will consider multiple requests from Metro Fibernet SPP to install fiber optics in the right-of-way at various street locations. The agenda also includes a construction contract change order for Hagar Street and a review of a bidder's proof of responsibility.

• Metro Fibernet fiber optic requests for multiple street locations
• Construction contract change order for Hagar St
• Review of Bidder's Proof of Responsibility (22-1203)

The Board of Public Works approved a construction change order and six Metro Fibernet requests to place fiber optics in the right-of-way at various streets. All items passed by voice vote with unanimous consent for items 3-7. The meeting lasted four minutes.

• Approved construction contract change order (voice vote)
• Approved Metro Fibernet fiber optics in ROW at 22nd, Adams, Losey and Farnam Streets (voice vote)
• Approved Metro Fibernet fiber optics in ROW at 23rd and Ferry Street (voice vote)
• Approved Metro Fibernet fiber optics in ROW at Commerce, Enterprise and Hauser Streets (voice vote)
• Approved Metro Fibernet fiber optics in ROW at Oak Street and Gillette Place (voice vote)
• Approved Metro Fibernet fiber optics in ROW on Clinton Street from Charles to George Streets (voice vote)

Committee for Citizens with Disabilities

The committee will discuss updates regarding the ADA Transition Survey. Members will also address questions about accessibility at the La Crosse Center and receive an update on snow removal.

• Update on ADA Transition Survey
• La Crosse Center accessibility questions
• Snow removal update

The Committee for Citizens with Disabilities met virtually and received updates on the ADA Transition Survey (142 entries), discussed accessibility issues at the La Crosse Center (lack of signage, no braille, push-button needs for main restroom), and heard about snow removal changes (no more alternate side parking; notifications during snow emergencies). No formal votes or decisions were taken.

• No decisions were made; meeting was informational only

Human Rights Commission

The Human Rights Commission will determine if a discrimination complaint filed by Kou Andy Vang against Lee Bishop and Bob Daugherty is actionable. The meeting includes updates from the Racial Equity Team, REACH, and the Homelessness Coordinator. Members will also discuss housing as a human right and strategic planning drafts.

• Determination of discrimination complaint 22-1118 (Kou Andy Vang v. Lee Bishop and Bob Daugherty)
• September updates from Racial Equity Team, REACH, and Homelessness Coordinator
• Strategic planning draft for vision, mission, and core values
• Discussion on housing as a human right
• Review of Civil Rights Department interview notes

The commission voted to dismiss a discrimination complaint (Kou Andy Vang v. Lee Bishop and Bob Daugherty) after finding it lacked jurisdiction. Members discussed improving the complaint form with a flow chart or interactive format. They also received updates on the Racial Equity Team's survey outreach and winter homeless shelter planning, and discussed housing as a human right and the possibility of a Civil Rights Department.

• Dismissed discrimination complaint 22-1118 for lack of jurisdiction (voice vote)
• Approved minutes of previous meeting (voice vote)

Housing Authority of the City of La Crosse

The Housing Authority of the City of La Crosse will meet to review financial reports and administrative updates. The board will also consider approving FY 2023 Fair Market Rents and year-end 2022 audit bids.

• Review and approval of FY 2023 Fair Market Rents
• Review and approval of LHA Year-End 2022 Audit Bids
• Revision of pet policy plans for public housing admissions and occupancy
• Revision of tenant selection pet policy plans for Forest Park and Ping Manor

The Housing Authority of the City of La Crosse elected Peter Sayner as Chairperson, AJ DePre as Vice Chairperson, Kristina Bechtel as Treasurer, and Kimberly Cable as Assistant Secretary for the upcoming year. The board approved $380,166.13 in bills across various programs and FY 2023 Fair Market Rents. Two items regarding pet policy plans were tabled until the October meeting for further legal review.

• Approved $380,166.13 in bills (4-0)
• Elected Peter Sayner as Chairperson (5-0)
• Elected AJ DePre as Vice Chairperson (4-1)
• Elected Kristina Bechtel as Treasurer (5-0)
• Elected Kimberly Cable as Assistant Secretary (5-0)
• Approved FY 2023 Fair Market Rents (4-0)
• Approved $18,000 year-end 2022 audit bid from Collins & Associates (4-0)
• Tabled review of pet policy plans until October meeting (4-0)

Community Development Committee - Abolished 2.9.2023

The Community Development Committee will consider a request to increase funding for WWBIC's Revolving Business Assistance Loans. The meeting also includes a review of the 2023-2024 Public Service Proposal and a resolution regarding a property purchase for affordable housing.

• Request to increase funding for WWBIC's Revolving Business Assistance Loans (22-1169)
• Public Service Proposal for 2023-2024 (22-1170)
• Resolution approving property purchase for affordable housing (22-1171)

The Community Development Committee approved a funding increase for WWBIC's Revolving Business Assistance Loans and a resolution for a property purchase for affordable housing. Direction was given to staff to bring a draft request for proposal for 2023-2024 public services to the next meeting.

• Approved funding increase for WWBIC's Revolving Business Assistance Loans (voice vote)
• Approved resolution for property purchase for affordable housing (voice vote)
• Directed staff to bring a targeted RFP draft for 2023-2024 public services to next meeting

Library Board

The meeting includes a presentation on jail outreach and instruction. The board will review August 2022 financial reports and receive updates on the 2023 operating budget process. Members will also discuss progress on the classification and compensation study.

• Jail Outreach & Instruction presentation
• Approval of August 2022 bills and financial reports
• Update on 2023 operating budget process
• Proposal to adopt City-wide salary schedule from McGrath Human Resources Group
• Progress report on Classification & Compensation Study

The Library Board approved adopting the city-wide salary schedule proposed by McGrath Human Resources Group. The board also approved minutes, financial reports, and heard updates on jail outreach, facility improvements, and the 2023 budget process.

• Approved minutes of August 9, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved Committee of the Whole minutes of September 6, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved bills and financial reports for August 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved adopting city-wide salary schedule proposed by McGrath Human Resources Group (unanimous)

Bicycle-Pedestrian Advisory Committee

The Bicycle-Pedestrian Advisory Committee will review updates on the Drift Bike Share Program and recent stakeholder meetings for the Comprehensive Plan. The meeting also includes discussions regarding TAP grant applications and the 2nd Street Cycle Track project.

• Update on Drift Bike Share Program
• Update on awarded TAP Grant applications for Bike/Ped Plan and Wagon Wheel Trail
• Discussion on Fall TAP application cycle project suggestions
• Discussion on Front Street Railroad Tracks
• Update/Discussion on 2nd Street Cycle Track project

Citizens Board of Review

The board will receive an update on the assessment roll and the timeline for upcoming hearings. Because the assessment roll is not yet complete, the meeting will adjourn until November 14, 2022.

• Update on the assessment roll and hearing timeline
• Adjournment of the Board of Review until November 14, 2022

The Citizens Board of Review met only for an update on the assessment roll and timeline. No decisions were made; the board unanimously adjourned to November 14, 2022, because the assessment roll was not yet complete.

• Adjourned meeting to November 14, 2022 at 10:00 a.m. (unanimous)

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will review several street privilege permit requests for parking, signage, and fiber optic installation. The board will also consider construction contract change orders and bidder responsibility.

• Construction contract change orders for Braun Water Testing
• Street privilege permit request for parking at 2143 Ward Avenue
• Public right-of-way use for Oktoberfest parades
• Signage permit request for 704 La Crosse Street
• Fiber optic installation permit for Lemonweir Telephone

The Board of Public Works approved several street privilege permits for parking, signs, and fiber optics, as well as construction contract change orders. All motions passed by voice vote with no recorded opposition.

• Approved construction contract change orders (voice vote)
• Approved street privilege permit for parking at 2143 Ward Avenue (voice vote)
• Approved public right-of-way for Oktoberfest parades (voice vote)
• Approved sign permit at 704 La Crosse Street (voice vote)
• Approved fiber optics permit for Lemonweir Telephone at 7th, 8th, Main, Cameron, and Ferry Streets (voice vote)

Common Council

The La Crosse Common Council is reviewing several infrastructure and policy items. This includes a large construction contract for the River Point District and an ordinance prohibiting conversion therapy. The council will also address a climate emergency resolution and stormwater utility repairs.

• $10,961,937.96 contract award to Chippewa Concrete Services for River Point District - Phase 2
• Ordinance prohibiting conversion therapy in La Crosse
• Resolution declaring a climate emergency and committing to greenhouse gas reduction
• Emergency storm drainage repairs south of Brickyard and Millatti Lanes
• Zoning amendment for townhouses at 618, 622, and 624 Jackson St. and 1002 7th St. S.

The Common Council adopted a second amended ordinance prohibiting conversion therapy (8-4, with one abstention) after convening in closed session with legal counsel. The council also approved a climate emergency resolution (9-4), awarded a $10.96 million contract for River Point District Phase 2 street and utility work, and appointed Jenasea Hameister as District 5 council member. Several other items were approved, including a lease amendment for fire department ambulance space and a stormwater utility emergency repair project.

• Adopted conversion therapy ban ordinance (8-4, 1 abstain)
• Approved climate emergency resolution (9-4)
• Awarded $10,961,937.96 contract to Chippewa Concrete Services for River Point District Phase 2 (unanimous)
• Appointed Jenasea Hameister as District 5 council member (majority vote)
• Approved amended lease with Gundersen Tri-State Ambulance for fire department (unanimous)
• Rejected bids for Riverside South Toilet Rooms Project (unanimous)
• Appointed Chadwick Hawkins as Director of Finance (unanimous)
• Approved stormwater utility emergency repairs south of Brickyard and Millatti Lanes (unanimous)

Arts and Culture Board

The Arts Board will review a $10,000 grant request for the Arts for Young America Program. The meeting includes discussions regarding steamboat murals and plaque wording for the Downtown Main St Parking Ramp Mural. Additionally, the board will review DMI 4th Street Stage Grant impacts.

• $10,000 grant request for Viterbo University's Arts for Young America Program
• Discussion of War Eagle and other steamboat murals
• Review of Downtown Main St Parking Ramp Mural plaque wording
• Review of DMI 4th Street Stage Grant impacts
• Discussion of August 8th input session

The Arts Board voted 5-1 to refer a $10,000 grant request from Viterbo University for the Arts for Young America Program to the October 13, 2022 meeting. No action was taken on discussions about War Eagle murals, a downtown mural plaque, a DMI stage grant, or an August input session.

• Referred $10,000 grant request for Arts for Young America Program to October 13 meeting (5-1)
• No action taken on War Eagle and steamboat murals discussion
• No action taken on Downtown Main St Parking Ramp mural plaque wording
• No action taken on DMI 4th Street Stage Grant impacts
• No action taken on August 8th input session discussion

Finance & Personnel Committee

The Finance & Personnel Committee agenda includes a resolution to appoint Chadwick Hawkins as Director of Finance. The document notes that this item was short-circuited by Mayor Reynolds on September 6, 2022.

• Resolution 22-1149: Appointment of Chadwick Hawkins as Director of Finance

The Finance & Personnel Committee voted unanimously to recommend a resolution appointing Chadwick Hawkins as Director of Finance. The recommendation will be forwarded to the Common Council for final approval.

• Approved resolution to appoint Chadwick Hawkins as Director of Finance, recommended to Common Council (6-0 vote).

Board of Estimates

The Board of Estimates will hold discussions regarding the 2023 operating budget. The meeting also includes a call to order and roll call.

• 2023 operating budget discussions (item 22-0859)

Neighborhood Revitalization Commission

The Neighborhood Revitalization Commission will discuss the Rental Registration/Licensing Program. The meeting includes discussion regarding possible regulations for AirBnBs and short-term rentals. Updates on neighborhood reports and the Comprehensive Plan are also scheduled.

• Rental Registration/Licensing Program discussion
• Short-term rental regulation discussion
• Neighborhood Reports and Comprehensive Plan updates

Council Planning Meeting

The Council Planning meeting includes a presentation on the community action plan for unsheltered individuals and emergency shelter for the winter of 2022-23. The remaining agenda items are procedural.

• Presentation 22-1125 regarding community action plan for unsheltered individuals and winter 2022-23 emergency shelter

The Council received a presentation from Homeless Coordinator Brian Sampson and community partners regarding the community action plan for unsheltered individuals and emergency shelter for winter 2022-23. No decisions were made; the item was for informational purposes only.

Board of Estimates

The Board of Estimates will conduct discussions regarding the 2023 operating budget. This includes a department budget overview and a review of budget changes and fees.

• 2023 Operating Budget discussions
• Department budget overview
• Review of fees

The Board of Estimates met to discuss the 2023 preliminary operating budget. Deputy Finance Director Dan DeGier presented an overview. Council President Janssen recommended adding budget-neutral positions and requested the Mayor's recommendations on other new positions for further analysis. No final decisions or votes were taken.

• Discussed 2023 preliminary operating budget overview
• Council President recommended budget-neutral new positions and Mayor's input on others

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will review a construction contract change order for Braun Water Testing. The board will also consider a bidder's proof of responsibility.

• Construction Contract Change Order 22-1108 (COR 308 Braun Water Testing)
• Bidder's Proof of Responsibility 22-1114

Library Board

The Library Board Committee of the Whole will review library employee compensation. The meeting includes a presentation by McGrath Human Resources Group and a discussion regarding next steps. No motions or decisions will be made during this advisory meeting.

• Review of library employee compensation
• Presentation by McGrath Human Resources Group

The Library Board discussed a proposal to place library employees on the City of La Crosse's salary schedule, which would align pay ranges, cost-of-living adjustments, and annual increases with other city workers. The City has set aside $200,000 in the 2022 budget for adjustments, including library staff, and is proposing a 3% cost-of-living increase for 2023. No formal decision was made; the board reviewed options and heard a presentation from McGrath Human Resources Group.

• Reviewed McGrath Human Resources Group's classification and compensation study findings
• Discussed option to join City's salary schedule for equity and efficiency
• Noted City has budgeted $200,000 for adjustments including library employees
• Heard proposal for 3% cost-of-living increase for 2023 covering library staff
• No formal vote or action taken; meeting was a Committee of the Whole discussion

Commercial/Multi-Family Design Review Committee

The committee will review plans for a commercial addition at 3716 Mormon Coulee Rd. It will also review development plans for two four-unit buildings at 1024-1038 Denton Street.

• Commercial addition plans at 3716 Mormon Coulee Rd
• Multi-family development plans for 1024-1038 Denton Street

Finance & Personnel Committee

The Finance & Personnel Committee is reviewing the 2023-2027 Capital Improvement Program Budget and funding for River Point District Phase II. The agenda also includes stormwater fee changes, tax roll adjustments, and collective bargaining updates.

• Approval of 2023-2027 Capital Improvement Program Budget
• River Point District Phase II street and infrastructure improvements
• Amendments to stormwater application fees
• Release of funds from La Crosse Center Room Tax Reserve Account
• Increase of full-time staff in the IT Department

The committee voted unanimously to recommend funding for River Point District Phase II street and infrastructure improvements, and also recommended approval of the 2023-2027 Capital Improvement Program budget, stormwater fee changes, tax roll adjustments, room tax fund release, an IT position increase, and a fire department service agreement. No action was taken on a collective bargaining update.

• Recommended adoption of $2.1M River Point District Phase II street and infrastructure improvements (6-0)
• Recommended adoption of 2023-2027 Capital Improvement Program budget as amended (6-0)
• Recommended adoption of stormwater application fee schedule amendment (6-0)
• Recommended adoption of 2021 assessment and tax roll adjustments as amended (6-0)
• Recommended adoption of La Crosse Center Room Tax Reserve release for equipment and maintenance (6-0)
• Recommended adoption of IT Department FTE increase (6-0)
• Recommended adoption of fire department service agreement with Mayo Clinic Health System (6-0)
• No action taken on collective bargaining update

Common Council

The Common Council will hold an informational session to conduct candidate interviews for the vacant 5th District Council Member position. This session was scheduled by Council President Barb Janssen.

• Candidate interviews for the vacant 5th District Council Member position

City of La Crosse Diversity Equity Inclusion Team

The City of La Crosse Racial Equity Team will meet virtually to discuss several agenda items. The meeting includes reviewing a resource list, survey dissemination costs, and the team's name. Members will also address matters related to the Human Rights Commission.

• Survey dissemination costs
• Racial Equity Team name discussion
• Human Rights Commission items
• Resource list review

The City of La Crosse Racial Equity Team met on August 31, 2022, and discussed four agenda items: a resource list, costs related to survey dissemination, the team's name, and the Human Rights Commission. No votes or decisions were made on any of these items. The meeting adjourned after approximately 31 minutes.

• Approved June meeting minutes (motion carried)
• Approved July meeting minutes (motion carried)
• Discussed resource list — no action taken
• Discussed costs related to survey dissemination — no action taken
• Discussed Racial Equity Team name — no action taken
• Discussed Human Rights Commission — no action taken

Judiciary & Administration Committee

The Judiciary & Administration Committee will consider a resolution declaring a climate emergency and an ordinance prohibiting conversion therapy. The committee is also reviewing stormwater utility updates and a conditional use permit for LAX Food Hall LLC at 508 Jay St. A public hearing is scheduled regarding townhouse development on Jackson Street and 7th Street South.

• Ordinance prohibiting conversion therapy
• Resolution declaring a climate emergency
• Conditional use permit for LAX Food Hall LLC at 508 Jay St.
• Townhouse development at 618, 622, and 624 Jackson St. and 1002 7th St. S.
• Stormwater utility ordinance amendments

The Judiciary & Administration Committee voted 3-1 to recommend an ordinance prohibiting conversion therapy to the Common Council. The committee also recommended adoption of stormwater utility updates, a climate emergency resolution, and several land-use items. All recommendations will go to the Common Council on September 8, 2022.

• Recommended adoption of ordinance banning conversion therapy (3-1)
• Recommended adoption of stormwater utility ordinance amendment (4-0)
• Recommended adoption of climate emergency resolution (3-1)
• Recommended adoption of resolution setting 2022 Board of Review meeting locations (4-0)
• Recommended approval of conditional use permit for LAX Food Hall LLC at 508 Jay St. (4-0)
• Recommended adoption of zoning amendment for townhouses at 618-624 Jackson St. and 1002 7th St. S. (4-0)
• Recommended adoption of storm event definition resolution (4-0)
• Recommended approval of various license applications (3-0, 1 abstention)

City Plan Commission

The Commission will consider a conditional use permit for LAX Food Hall LLC at 508 Jay St. and rezoning for townhouses on Jackson Street. The agenda also includes the 2023-2027 Capital Improvement Program Budget and a Comprehensive Plan update.

• Conditional Use Permit for LAX Food Hall LLC at 508 Jay St.
• Rezoning for four-unit townhouses at 618, 622, and 624 Jackson St. and 1002 7th St. S.
• Approval of the 2023-2027 Capital Improvement Program Budget
• Condominium Plat of Jackson Street Townhomes
• August 2022 Comprehensive Plan Update

The City Plan Commission recommended the 2023-2027 Capital Improvement Program Budget to the Finance & Personnel Committee, with amendments to adjust street lighting and other project timelines. The commission also approved a conditional use permit for a beer and liquor license at 508 Jay St., recommended a zoning ordinance change for townhouses at Jackson and 7th Streets, and approved the condominium plat for the same project. Minutes from July 18 and August 1 were approved.

• Approved minutes from July 18 and August 1, 2022 (voice vote)
• Approved conditional use permit for LAX Food Hall LLC at 508 Jay St. for Class B beer & liquor license (voice vote)
• Recommended adoption of zoning ordinance for four-unit townhouse at 618, 622, 624 Jackson St. and 1002 7th St. S. (voice vote)
• Approved condominium plat for Jackson Street Townhomes, conditioned on Engineering Department requirements (voice vote)
• Recommended adoption of 2023-2027 Capital Improvement Program Budget with amendments (voice vote)
• Approved amendment for Clinton Street Lighting (voice vote)
• Approved amendment to hold Cook St. and 13th Pl., move Robinsdale Ave and 29th St S. to 2024, and Stanley Ct to 2025 (voice vote)

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will consider ordinance changes for the Stormwater Utility and a permit for fiber optic installation at 11th and Division Streets. The meeting also includes updates on the Xcel Energy Microgrid Project and construction staging for Fire Station #2.

• Charter Communications permit request for fiber optics at 11th and Division Streets
• Ordinance amendments regarding the Stormwater Utility
• Street Department purchase of a Quad Axle chassis
• Construction staging request for Fire Station #2 on 12th Street
• Update on the Microgrid Project with Xcel Energy

The Board of Public Works approved multiple agenda items, including a resolution defining a Storm Event and an ordinance amending the Stormwater Utility code. It also approved various construction contracts, change orders, final payments, a loading zone vacation, a fiber optics permit, fire department construction staging, a quad axle chassis purchase, a right-of-way payment list, and a sanitary sewer waiver. The microgrid project update was discussion only, with no action taken.

• Approved bidder's proof of responsibility (voice vote)
• Approved construction contract change orders (voice vote)
• Approved construction contract final payments (voice vote)
• Approved vacation of loading zone on 24th Street South (voice vote)
• Approved Charter Communications fiber optics permit at 11th and Division Streets, subject to as-builts (voice vote)
• Approved fire department use of parking lanes on 12th Street for construction staging (voice vote)
• Approved Street Department purchase of Quad Axle chassis (voice vote)
• Approved payment list for ROW acquisitions for South Avenue (voice vote)

Economic Development Commission - Abolished 2.9.2023

The commission will review an annual compliance report for development agreement 22-0952, which includes projects such as Gundersen and The Hub on 6th. The agenda also includes a discussion regarding developer incentives and processes for the River Point District.

• Annual compliance report and determination for development agreement 22-0952 (Gundersen, 2219 Lofts, DuraTech, Garden Terrace, The Hub on 6th, and Stizo)
• Review of River Point District developer incentives and processes

The Economic Development Commission approved staff recommendations for the annual compliance reports of six development agreements, including Gundersen, 2219 Lofts, DuraTech, Garden Terrace, The Hub on 6th, and Stizo. The meeting also included approval of July minutes and discussion of River Point District developer incentives, but no other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved July meeting minutes (voice vote)
• Approved staff recommendation for annual compliance reports on six development agreements (voice vote)

Redevelopment Authority

The Redevelopment Authority will consider monthly deliverables for the WiRED contract through 2022. The meeting also includes updates regarding property acquisition, development, and developer incentives for the River Point District. Additionally, there will be a presentation by Red Earth and an update on Phase 2 construction.

• Monthly deliverables for WiRED contract through 2022
• River Point District developer incentives and processes
• Property acquisition and development for River Point District
• Presentation by Red Earth
• Phase 2 construction update

The La Crosse Redevelopment Authority approved minutes from July 28 and August 10, 2022, and received informational presentations on Red Earth, Phase 2 construction, monthly financials, and WiRED Properties' River Point District update. The board then moved into closed session to discuss developer incentives, property acquisition, and WiRED contract deliverables, but no substantive decisions were recorded in open session.

• Approved minutes from July 28, 2022 meeting (voice vote)
• Approved minutes from August 10, 2022 meeting (voice vote)
• Moved into closed session to discuss River Point District developer incentives and processes (roll call vote)
• Moved into closed session to discuss property acquisition and development for River Point District
• Moved into closed session to consider monthly deliverables for WiRED contract through 2022

Municipal Transit Utility Board

The board approved two annual agreements with Viterbo University and Western Technical College for the upcoming academic year. Both motions passed by voice vote. The board also received updates on bus projects, including grant applications and new equipment.

• Approved Viterbo University Agreement 2022-2023 (voice vote)
• Approved Western Technical College Agreement 2022-2023 (voice vote)

Floodplain Advisory Committee

The Floodplain Advisory Committee is holding a public open house to receive input on the draft Flood Hazard Mitigation Plan. This session allows residents to provide feedback as the city nears finalization of the document.

• Public input session for the Draft Flood Hazard Mitigation Plan

Aviation Board

The scheduled meeting for the La Crosse Aviation Board on August 22, 2022, was canceled due to a lack of quorum. No agenda items were discussed or voted upon.

• No items were addressed because the meeting was canceled.

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works is reviewing construction contract payments and change orders. The board will also consider a communications permit request for Charter Street and an annual MDA campaign request.

• Final payment for Forest Hills Golf Course drainage improvements
• Communications permit request at 5th Avenue and King Street
• Construction contract change orders for Poellinger and Wapasha
• Annual Fill the Boot for MDA campaign request
• Review of bidder's proof of responsibility

The Board of Public Works approved several routine items, including a bidder's proof of responsibility, a request for the annual Fill the Boot campaign for the Muscular Dystrophy Association, a charter street privilege permit for communications work at 5th Avenue and King Street, a final payment for a construction contract, and construction contract change orders. All votes were unanimous by voice vote.

• Approved bidder's proof of responsibility (unanimous)
• Approved annual Fill the Boot campaign for MDA (unanimous)
• Approved charter street privilege permit for communications at 5th Avenue and King Street, subject to as-built drawings (unanimous)
• Approved construction contract final payment (unanimous)
• Approved construction contract change orders (unanimous)

Board of Park Commissioners

The Board of Park Commissioners is reviewing several requests for park usage, including events at Copeland Park and the La Crosse River Marsh Trail System. The agenda also includes reviews of the 2023 Pettibone Resort contract and proposed boathouse license agreement fees.

• Nature loop addition to Bud Hendrickson Trail
• 2023 Pettibone Resort contract and camping rates
• Proposed boathouse license agreement fees
• La Crosse River Marsh Trail System use for Turkey Trot event
• Urban Forestry Grant resolution

The Board of Park Commissioners approved several requests, including the 2023 Pettibone Resort contract, camping agreement, and rates. They also approved a nature loop addition to the Bud Hendrickson Trail, a moratorium on memorials (excluding benches and trees), and a resolution for an Urban Forestry Grant. A request for a fundraising event by Lorenz Wrestling Organization was referred back to the board for further review.

• Approved sale of merchandise at Narcotics Anonymous reservation at Copeland Park (voice vote)
• Approved Turkey Trot Run/Walk on La Crosse River Marsh Trail, contingent on permits (voice vote)
• Approved 2023 Pettibone Resort contract, fees, camping agreement, and rates (voice vote)
• Approved concept of nature loop addition to Bud Hendrickson Trail (voice vote)
• Referred Lorenz Wrestling Organization fundraising event at Copeland Park back to board, due 9/15/2022 (voice vote)
• Approved painted rocks program in parks for History Museum admission (voice vote)
• Approved resolution for Urban Forestry Grant (voice vote)
• Approved beautification application for 416 14th St S (voice vote)

Committee for Citizens with Disabilities

The committee will conduct a stakeholder listening session regarding the Comprehensive Plan. The meeting also includes standard procedural items such as roll call and approval of minutes.

• Comprehensive Plan Stakeholder Listening Session

The meeting was largely procedural: minutes were approved by voice vote, and the committee received a link to a recorded listening session for the Forward La Crosse Comprehensive Plan. No substantive decisions were made.

• Approved previous meeting minutes by voice vote

Climate Action Plan Steering Committee

The scheduled meeting for the Climate Action Plan Steering Committee was cancelled. The agenda included workshop updates and energy outreach.

Police and Fire Commission

The commission will review July 2022 personnel reports for the police and fire departments. This includes a promotion to sergeant and a firefighter's appointment to regular status. Members will also confirm Jeffrey Schott as Fire Chief.

• Promotion of Officer Ethan Purkapile to Sergeant
• Appointment of Firefighter Chase Montgomery to regular status
• Confirmation of Jeffrey Schott as Fire Chief

The Police and Fire Commission unanimously approved the promotion of Interim Assistant Chief Jeffrey Schott to Fire Chief. The commission also approved the promotion of Officer Ethan Purkapile to Sergeant and the appointment of Firefighter Chase Montgomery to regular status. Monthly police and fire personnel reports were accepted and filed.

• Promoted Jeffrey Schott to Fire Chief (unanimous)
• Promoted Officer Ethan Purkapile to Sergeant (unanimous)
• Appointed Firefighter Chase Montgomery to regular status (unanimous)
• Accepted and filed July 2022 Police Personnel Report (unanimous)
• Accepted and filed July 2022 Fire Personnel Report (unanimous)
• Directed HR to place letter of commendation in Interim Chief Jeff Murphy's file (unanimous)

La Crosse Center Board

The La Crosse Center Board will review June 2022 financial statements and year-to-date reports. The agenda includes discussions on contract management, convention updates, and director reports. Action items include approving minutes from June 29, 2022, and liquor invoices for June and July 2022.

• Approval of June 29, 2022, meeting minutes
• Review of June 2022 financial reports
• Discussion on contract management updates
• Review of Facebook and website analytics
• Approval of liquor invoices for June and July 2022

The La Crosse Center Board approved the June 29, 2022 meeting minutes and the liquor invoices for June and July 2022, both unanimously. The board also discussed the financial report showing a year-to-date deficit of $114,127.71, contract management research, and upcoming events. No other formal decisions were made.

• Approved June 29, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved liquor invoices for June and July 2022 (unanimous)

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works is reviewing several street permits and construction-related road closures. The agenda includes requests for temporary detours on South Avenue and 2nd Street North. The board will also consider new parking regulations and right-of-way payments.

• Temporary street permit for Domestic Violence Awareness Ribbons
• Road closure and detour on South Avenue between Green Bay Street and 7th Street South
• Road closure and detour on 2nd Street North between Main Street and State Street
• Payment for Right of Way acquisitions for South Avenue
• New parking restrictions on Kramer St, Farnam St, Hood St, and 3rd Street South

The Board of Public Works approved a temporary closure and detour of South Avenue between Green Bay Street and 7th Street South, along with several other street privilege permits, construction change orders, and parking restrictions. One no-parking zone on Hood Street was denied. All votes were unanimous by voice vote.

• Approved temporary street privilege permit for Domestic Violence Awareness Ribbons
• Approved construction contract change orders
• Approved street privilege permit for sign at 614 Main Street
• Approved payment list for right-of-way acquisitions on South Avenue
• Approved temporary closure and detour of South Avenue between Green Bay Street and 7th Street South
• Approved temporary closure and detour of 2nd Street North between Main Street and State Street
• Approved no-parking zone on Kramer Street near Kwik Trip Way
• Denied no-parking zone on Hood Street between 7th Street S and a point 45 feet east

Board of Canvassers

The Board of Canvassers will meet to process and tally any provisional ballots cast during the August 9, 2022, Partisan Primary Election.

• Tallying provisional ballots from the August 9, 2022, Partisan Primary Election

Common Council

The La Crosse Common Council will review a $192,390.00 contract for the Signal Fiber Northside Infill project. The agenda also includes decisions on beverage licenses and amendments to city ordinances regarding snow removal and parking.

• $192,390.00 contract to Steiger Construction, Inc. for the Signal Fiber Northside Infill project
• Ordinance amendments regarding snow removal and alternative side parking
• Conditional Use Permit for Eagle Bay Properties LLC at 1124 West George St.
• Funding for the Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan update
• Agreement with Pepsi Cola Bottling Company of La Crosse through 2027

The Common Council voted 12-0 to not adopt a resolution declaring a climate emergency and opposing fossil fuel expansion. It approved a $192,390 contract with Steiger Construction for the Signal Fiber Northside Infill project, confirmed three mayoral appointments, and adopted several license-related resolutions, including denying two beverage operator licenses and approving one. The council also adopted a consent agenda with multiple ordinances and resolutions, and referred a River Point District Phase II funding resolution to September.

• Rejected climate emergency resolution (12-0)
• Approved $192,390 contract to Steiger Construction for Signal Fiber Northside Infill (12-0)
• Confirmed appointments to Arts Board, Redevelopment Authority, Room Tax Commission (12-0)
• Denied beverage license for Chrissa Roberts (11-0, 1 abstention)
• Denied beverage license for Adam Kressel (10-1, 1 abstention)
• Approved beverage license for Caprice Delagrave (11-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved Kwik Trip premise amendment at 2506 South Ave (11-0, 1 abstention)
• Adopted consent agenda including snow removal and parking ordinances (unanimous)

Human Rights Commission

The commission will determine if a fair housing complaint contains sufficient facts to be actionable. The agenda also includes updates from the Racial Equity Team and Homelessness Coordinator, as well as discussions on housing as a human right.

• Fair housing complaint 22-1021 (Raed Kahil v. Blais Portner)
• Updates from Racial Equity Team, REACH, and Homelessness Coordinator
• Discussion on quorum and attendance expectations
• Strategic planning for the Human Rights Commission Ordinance
• Discussion regarding housing as a human right

The La Crosse Human Rights Commission met on August 10, 2022, and approved the previous meeting's minutes by unanimous consent. A fair housing complaint (Raed Kahil v. Blais Portner) was withdrawn by the complainant before the meeting, so no action was taken. The commission received updates on the Racial Equity Team, homelessness coordination, and discussed housing as a human right, but no formal decisions were made on these topics.

• Approved meeting minutes by unanimous consent
• Fair housing complaint withdrawn by complainant; no action taken

Housing Authority of the City of La Crosse

The Housing Authority of the City of La Crosse will review financial reports and administrative updates from its various departments. The board is scheduled to discuss the Year-End 2021 Independent Auditor's Report and review bids for upcoming audits. Additionally, the board will consider a resolution to write off unusable equipment and furniture.

• Review and approve LHA Year-End 2022 & 2023 Audit Bids
• Discussion of Year-End 2021 Independent Auditor's Report
• Resolution #2257 to write off unusable appliances, furniture, equipment and/or tools

The Housing Authority of the City of La Crosse approved $316,988.79 in bills across multiple programs, including public housing and capital funds. Commissioners also approved Resolution 2257 to write off unusable appliances, furniture, equipment, and tools. A review of audit bids for 2022 and 2023 was tabled until the September meeting due to a reissue of bid documents.

• Approved minutes of July 13, 2022 (3-0)
• Approved bills totaling $316,988.79 (3-0)
• Approved Resolution 2257 to write off unusable appliances, furniture, equipment, and tools (3-0)
• Tabled review of 2022 and 2023 audit bids until September meeting (3-0)

Redevelopment Authority

The Redevelopment Authority will review a presentation and consider possible action on design plans submitted by MSP. This item involves the 'The Driftless' submission dated July 29, 2022.

• Presentation and possible action on design plans for The Driftless by MSP

The Redevelopment Authority voted 5-1 to conditionally approve the preliminary design review for The Driftless project, presented by MSP. The motion carried with one member not voting.

• Conditionally approved preliminary design review for The Driftless (5-1, Kovari not voting)

Library Board

The Library Board will review the preliminary 2023 operating budget request and approve July 2022 bills and financial reports. The meeting also includes electing a Secretary and introducing a new Community Resource Specialist.

• Review of preliminary 2023 operating budget request
• Election of Board Secretary
• Introduction of Community Resource Specialist Kate McNamer
• Approval of July 2022 bills and financial reports

The La Crosse Library Board approved the July 2022 bills and financial reports, and elected Araysa Simpson as secretary. The board also reviewed the preliminary 2023 operating budget, which remains flat except for salaries and benefits. No substantive policy decisions were made; the meeting was largely procedural.

• Approved July 2022 bills and financial reports (carried)
• Elected Araysa Simpson as secretary (carried)
• Approved minutes of July 12, 2022, as amended (carried)
• Moved election of secretary to end of agenda (carried)

Community Development Committee - Abolished 2.9.2023

The committee will consider a request to waive minimum fair market value guidelines for a client in the Renovation Loan Program. The agenda also includes approving minutes from the July 12, 2022 meeting and reviewing an administrator report.

• Renovation Loan Program guideline waiver regarding minimum fair market value (Client #Reno3422)
• Approval of July 12, 2022 meeting minutes
• Administrator Report

The Community Development Committee approved a single substantive item: a waiver of the minimum fair market value requirement for a renovation loan program client. The meeting was brief and otherwise procedural, including approval of prior minutes and an administrator report.

• Approved minutes from July 12, 2022 meeting by voice vote
• Approved Renovation Loan Program Guideline Waiver for Client # Reno3422 (minimum fair market value) by voice vote

Arts and Culture Board

The Arts Board will consider a $10,000 grant request for the Arts for Young America Program at Viterbo University. The meeting also includes a review of the Veterans Memorial in Riverside Park and discussion regarding strategic planning goals.

• $10,000 grant request for Arts for Young America Program
• Review of Veterans Memorial in Riverside Park
• Discussion on strategic planning and future goals
• Approval of future meeting schedule

The Arts Board referred a $10,000 grant request from Viterbo University for the Arts for Young America Program to its September 8, 2022 meeting due to lack of quorum. The board approved a new meeting schedule (second Thursday monthly at 8:30 a.m.) and took no action on the Veterans Memorial review or strategic planning discussion.

• Referred $10,000 grant request for Arts for Young America to 9/8/2022 (3-0-1)
• Approved future meeting schedule: second Thursday monthly at 8:30 a.m. (voice vote)
• No action taken on Veterans Memorial review
• No action taken on strategic planning discussion

Arts and Culture Board

This notice announces a brown-bag lunch networking and learning series for the local arts and creative sector. No specific legislative items or decisions are listed in the provided text.

• Brown-bag lunch networking and learning series

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works is reviewing final construction contract payments for the City Hall Council Chambers renovation. The board will also consider multiple street privilege permit requests for signs and fiber optic communications in the right-of-way.

• Final payments for Partial-City Hall Council Chambers Renovation
• Sign permit request at 315 3rd Street North
• Metro Fibernet fiber optics permit at Hauser Street and Enterprise Avenue
• Metro Fibernet communications permits for 28th Street and Baier Lane/29th Street

The Board of Public Works approved all agenda items, including final payments for construction contracts and several street privilege permits for Metro Fibernet fiber optic installations and a sign request. All motions passed by voice vote, with the fiber permits subject to conditions of no above-ground infrastructure and providing as-built drawings.

• Approved construction contract final payments (voice vote)
• Approved street privilege permit for signs at 315 3rd Street North (voice vote)
• Approved Metro Fibernet fiber optics permit at Hauser Street and Enterprise Avenue, subject to no above-ground infrastructure and as-built drawings (voice vote)
• Approved Metro Fibernet communications permit on 28th Street from Cliffwood Lane to Jackson Street, subject to conditions (voice vote)
• Approved Metro Fibernet communications permit for Baier Lane and 29th Street (Cass to Cliffwood), subject to conditions (voice vote)
• Approved Metro Fibernet communications permit on 28th Street from Cass to Cliffwood Lane, subject to conditions (voice vote)

Finance & Personnel Committee

The Finance & Personnel Committee will consider several resolutions regarding city infrastructure and departmental organization. The agenda includes updates to Fire Department positions and funding for street improvements. The committee will also discuss downtown parking maintenance costs.

• Revised financial agreement for USH 14 (South Avenue) reconstruction
• Five-year amended agreement with Pepsi Cola Bottling Company and the La Crosse Center
• Reorganization of Fire Department positions and classifications
• Funding for River Point District Phase II street and infrastructure improvements
• Use of unused Sidewalk & ADA funds for curb ramp and sidewalk replacement

The Finance & Personnel Committee voted unanimously (5-0, with one excused) to recommend nine resolutions to the Common Council for adoption at its August 11 or 14 meeting. Items include a revised state agreement for USH 14 (South Avenue) reconstruction, a five-year amended agreement with Pepsi Cola Bottling Company for the La Crosse Center, a report on downtown parking system costs, acceptance of Transportation Alternatives Program funding for a bicycle and pedestrian master plan update, appropriation of unused sidewalk and ADA funds, a Fire Department reorganization, and a premise lease between the Fire Department and Gundersen Tri-State Ambulance. One resolution for River Point District Phase II street and infrastructure improvements was recommended to be re-referred for 30 days. The committee also convened in closed session to discuss collective bargaining strategies but took no action in open session.

• Recommended adoption of revised state agreement for USH 14 (South Avenue) reconstruction (5-0)
• Recommended adoption of 5-year amended agreement with Pepsi Cola Bottling Company for La Crosse Center (5-0)
• Recommended adoption of report on downtown parking system costs (5-0)
• Recommended adoption of Transportation Alternatives Program funding for bicycle and pedestrian master plan update (5-0)
• Recommended adoption of appropriation of unused sidewalk and ADA funds for curb ramp and sidewalk replacement (5-0)
• Recommended adoption of Fire Department reorganization (5-0)
• Recommended re-referral (30 days) of River Point District Phase II infrastructure improvements (5-0)
• Recommended adoption of appropriation of unused street bond funds for traffic signal interconnect project (5-0)

Judiciary & Administration Committee

The Judiciary & Administration Committee is reviewing several ordinance amendments and permit applications. Proposed changes include updates to city codes for snow removal and alternative side parking. The committee will also consider various liquor license requests and land use permits.

• Ordinance amendments regarding snow removal and alternative side parking
• Conditional Use Permit for Eagle Bay Properties LLC at 1124 West George St
• Conditional Use Permit for Hillview Health Care Center at 3501 Park Lane Dr
• Liquor license application for Hy-Vee, Inc. at 4200 State Hwy 16
• Kwik Trip, Inc. request to amend premise description at 2506 South Ave

The Judiciary & Administration Committee voted 5-0-1 to recommend the Common Council NOT adopt a resolution declaring a climate emergency, with Woodard abstaining. All other agenda items were recommended for approval, including a certified survey map, two conditional use permits, two ordinance amendments, and several liquor license requests.

• Recommended NOT adopting climate emergency resolution (5-0-1, Woodard abstained)
• Recommended approving Certified Survey Map for Town of Shelby parcel (6-0)
• Recommended approving Conditional Use Permit for Eagle Bay Properties at 1124 West George St. (6-0)
• Recommended adopting snow removal ordinance amendment as amended (6-0)
• Recommended approving Conditional Use Permit for Hillview Health Care Center at 3501 Park Lane Dr. (6-0)
• Recommended adopting alternative side parking ordinance amendment as amended (6-0)
• Recommended approving Hy-Vee liquor license at 4200 State Hwy 16 (6-0)
• Recommended approving Kwik Trip premise amendment at 2506 South Ave. (5-0-1, Woodard abstained)

Judiciary & Administration Committee

The Judiciary & Administration Committee is reviewing several resolutions regarding beverage operator's licenses. The meeting includes consideration of denials and appeals of denials issued by the Police Department.

• Resolution denying Chrissa Roberts' Beverage Operator's License application and appeal of denial
• Resolution denying Adam Kressel's Beverage Operator's License application and appeal of denial
• Resolution approving Caprice Delagrave's Beverage Operator's License application and appeal of denial

The Judiciary & Administration Committee voted on three appeals of Police Department denials of beverage operator's licenses. It denied the appeals of Chrissa Roberts and Adam Kressel, and approved the appeal of Caprice Delagrave. All decisions were made after closed session deliberations.

• Denied Chrissa Roberts' appeal of beverage license denial (4-0, Neumeister recused, Woodard absent)
• Denied Adam Kressel's appeal of beverage license denial (3-1, Kahlow no, Neumeister recused, Woodard non-voting)
• Approved Caprice Delagrave's appeal of beverage license denial (4-0, Neumeister recused, Woodard non-voting)

City Plan Commission

The commission will review conditional use permit applications for 1124 West George St. and 3501 Park Lane Dr. They will also consider a resolution regarding Transportation Alternatives Program funding. Additionally, the agenda includes a certified survey map and a comprehensive plan update.

• Conditional Use Permit at 1124 West George St. for demolition and green space
• Conditional Use Permit at 3501 Park Lane Dr. for a Community Living Arrangement
• Resolution to accept Transportation Alternatives Program funding for the Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan update
• Certified Survey Map in the Town of Shelby
• Comprehensive Plan Update

The City Plan Commission approved a certified survey map, two conditional use permits, and recommended a resolution for bicycle and pedestrian master plan funding. All votes were unanimous by voice vote. The meeting also included an update on the Comprehensive Plan.

• Approved certified survey map for part of NE 1/4, Section 21, Town of Shelby
• Approved conditional use permit for Eagle Bay Properties LLC at 1124 West George St. for demolition to green space
• Approved conditional use permit for La Crosse County (Hillview Health Care Center) at 3501 Park Lane Dr. for community living arrangement
• Recommended adoption of resolution accepting Transportation Alternatives Program funding for Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan update

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will consider a resolution regarding the operating and maintenance costs of the downtown parking system. The agenda also includes reviews of sanitary sewer rates, traffic control changes, and construction contract payments. Additionally, the board will review permit requests for a street cafe and utility excavations.

• Resolution on operating and maintaining the downtown La Crosse parking system
• Review of Sanitary Sewer District #1 rates for July 1, 2021, to June 30, 2022
• Street Privilege Permit request for a street cafe at 125 2nd Street South
• Proposed all-way STOP control at the intersection of Moore Street and Bud Hendrickson Trail
• Final payments for Liberty St lighting and Main Street curb and gutter projects

The Board of Public Works approved all agenda items, including a resolution recommending adoption of a report on downtown parking system costs, and approved sanitary sewer rates for 2021-2022. It also approved several construction-related items, a street cafe permit, and a traffic control change. All votes were unanimous by voice vote.

• Approved construction contract change orders (voice vote)
• Approved bidder's proof of responsibility (voice vote)
• Approved construction contract final payments (voice vote)
• Recommended adoption of parking system cost resolution (voice vote)
• Approved Sanitary Sewer District #1 rates for 2021-2022 (voice vote)
• Approved 2-hour parking restriction on 600 block of 23rd St N (voice vote)
• Approved street cafe permit at 125 2nd Street South (voice vote)
• Approved all-way stop control at Moore St & Bud Hendrickson Trail (voice vote)

Climate Action Plan Steering Committee

The committee will discuss updates regarding the July Climate Action Plan workshops. The agenda also includes reviewing Partners in Energy outreach and WisDOT's Electrification of Wisconsin webpage.

• Update and discussion on July Climate Action Plan Workshops (22-0986)
• Review of July Partners in Energy Outreach and Engagement (22-0990)
• Discussion regarding WisDOT's Electrification of Wisconsin webpage

The Climate Action Plan Steering Committee approved the previous meeting's minutes and discussed updates on July workshops. Members noted low attendance at the last workshop and planned subgroup meetings, while also raising concerns about the usability of online spreadsheets and the need for document polish. No formal decisions were made beyond approving the minutes.

• Approved previous meeting minutes (voice vote)
• Discussed hosting subgroup meetings over next few weeks
• Noted low workshop attendance due to Independence Day week

Economic Development Commission - Abolished 2.9.2023

The Economic Development Commission will discuss updates regarding ARPA childcare and small business initiatives. The meeting also includes a review of the Wisconsin TIF 2021 Report and an incentive program update. Additionally, the committee will review an annual compliance report for development agreement 22-0952.

• ARPA updates for childcare and small business initiatives
• Wisconsin TIF 2021 Report
• Incentive Program Update
• Annual compliance report and determination for development agreement 22-0952

The Economic Development Commission met on July 28, 2022, and approved the previous meeting's minutes by voice vote. The only substantive agenda item, the annual compliance report and determination for several development agreements, was referred to the August meeting. No other decisions were made.

• Approved previous meeting minutes (voice vote)
• Referred development agreement annual compliance report to August EDC meeting

Redevelopment Authority

The authority will review project updates for MSP, F Street, and Vendi. Members will also consider annual compliance reports for several development agreements. The meeting includes discussions regarding the River Point District and monthly financials.

• Annual compliance reports for Riverside Center III, LLC, Doerflinger's Second Century, Inc., and Roosevelt School
• Monthly update from WiRED Properties on River Point District
• Consideration of monthly deliverables for the WiRED contract through 2022
• Update on potential development interests for River Point District
• July 2022 monthly financials update

The Redevelopment Authority approved the June 23, 2022 minutes by voice vote. The board then went into closed session to discuss the WiRED contract deliverables and potential development interests for the River Point District, and the meeting was adjourned in closed session. No substantive decisions were made in open session.

• Approved June 23, 2022 meeting minutes (voice vote)
• Entered closed session for legal counsel on development agreements (roll call vote)
• Entered closed session for WiRED contract negotiation strategies (roll call vote)
• Adjourned meeting in closed session (voice vote)

Heritage Preservation Commission

The Heritage Preservation Commission will review several requests for certificates of appropriateness regarding signs and a restroom facility in Riverside Park. The commission will also consider the nomination of the Charles Felber House at 2326 Madison Street as a local historic landmark. Additionally, members will discuss amendments to the Historic Landmark Nomination Form.

• New restroom facility at Riverside Park
• Sign permit review for 321 Main Street
• Sign permit review for 308 Main Street
• Historic landmark nomination for Charles Felber House at 2326 Madison Street
• Amendment to the Historic Landmark Nomination Form

The Heritage Preservation Commission approved certificates of appropriateness for a new restroom facility in Riverside Park, a sign for River City Galleries at 321 Main Street, and a sign for Grounded Specialty Coffee at 308 Main Street, all by 5-0 votes. The commission denied the nomination of the Charles Felber House at 2326 Madison Street as a Local Historic Landmark due to incomplete documentation and uncertain history, also by a 5-0 vote. The commission discussed amending the Historic Landmark Nomination Form to include research guidance, with staff to circulate a draft for feedback. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for new restroom facility in Riverside Park (5-0)
• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for sign at 321 Main Street (5-0)
• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for sign at 308 Main Street (5-0)
• Denied nomination of Charles Felber House as Local Historic Landmark (5-0)
• Approved June 23, 2022 meeting minutes (5-0)

City of La Crosse Diversity Equity Inclusion Team

The City of La Crosse Racial Equity Team is meeting to approve surveys and discuss distribution timelines. The agenda also includes discussions regarding platforms, access, and DEI training.

• Final approval of surveys (22-0967)
• Discussion on distribution dates and length of time (22-0968)
• Discussion on platforms and access (22-0969)
• Discussion on DEI training (22-0970)

The City of La Crosse Racial Equity Team met on July 27, 2022, and discussed four agenda items: final approval of surveys, distribution dates, platforms and access, and DEI training. All items were discussion only, with no formal action or votes taken. The meeting was adjourned at 12:40 p.m.

• Final approval of surveys discussed, no action taken
• Distribution dates and length of time discussed, no action taken
• Platforms and access discussed, no action taken
• DEI training discussed, no action taken

International Committee

The International Committee will discuss funding requests for Luxembourg, Epinal, and Friedberg. The meeting includes reports on the International Gardens Expo and a visit from Forde. Members will also receive updates regarding Sister City and school connections.

• Funding requests for Luxembourg, Epinal, and Friedberg
• Report on International Gardens Expo
• Report on Forde visit
• Sister Cities Convention dues
• Oktoberfest Parade discussion

The International Committee approved $500 for an Epinal delegation's lodging and expenses and $500 for a Friedberg reception. Reports were given on the International Gardens Expo and the Forde Sister City visit, with plans for a May 2023 visit to Forde. No other funding requests were made.

• Approved $500 for Epinal delegation lodging and expenses (motion by Barmore/DeYoe, carried)
• Approved $500 for Friedberg reception (motion by Barmore/Monson, carried)
• Approved minutes of previous meeting (motion by Weisjahn/Barmore, carried)

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will review annual compliance reports for Gundersen, Trane U.S., Inc., and Riverside Center, LLC. The agenda also includes a final payment for the City Hall elevator contract and bids for a new wheel loader.

• Final payment for City Hall Elevator construction contract (22-0944)
• Annual compliance reports for Gundersen, Trane U.S., Inc., and Riverside Center, LLC (22-0951)
• Purchase of a wheel loader for the Street Department (22-0961)

The Board of Public Works approved the minutes from July 18, 2022, and approved a construction contract final payment (item 22-0944) and a wheel loader purchase for the Street Department (item 22-0961). The board also unanimously voted to enter closed session to confer with legal counsel regarding a development agreement compliance report, then reconvened in open session. No decisions were made on the development agreement itself during the open session.

• Approved minutes of July 18, 2022 (voice vote)
• Approved construction contract final payment (22-0944) (voice vote)
• Approved Street Department wheel loader purchase (22-0961) (voice vote)
• Voted unanimously to convene in closed session for legal counsel (22-0951)
• Reconvened in open session by unanimous consent

Commercial/Multi-Family Design Review Committee

The committee will review design plans for the Riverside Park Restrooms located at 220 Veterans Memorial Dr E. The agenda also includes a plan review for a multi-family addition at 3503 Park Lane Dr.

• Plan review for Riverside Park Restrooms (220 Veterans Memorial Dr E)
• Plan review for Hillview multi-family addition (3503 Park Lane Dr)

Board of Park Commissioners

The Board of Park Commissioners will review several requests for event permits and park usage. The agenda includes updates on the Copeland Park Comprehensive Plan and discussions regarding potential rezoning within Forest Hills Golf Course.

• Oktoberfest Carnival at Riverside Park from September 26 to October 3, 2022
• Potential rezoning within Forest Hills Golf Course
• Update on the Copeland Park Comprehensive Plan
• Hunger Walk and Down Syndrome Awareness Walk at Myrick Park
• Signage in Riverside Park for the Walk to End Alzheimer's

The Board of Park Commissioners approved seven event requests, including the Hunger Walk, Down Syndrome Awareness Walk, a beautification application, Alzheimer's signage, Ride Across Wisconsin, Enchanted Forest, and a Boy Scout sleepover, all contingent on other city/county permits. The board denied the Oktoberfest Carnival's request to use Riverside Park from September 26 to October 3, 2022, by a 5-1 vote. Three items were discussed with no action taken: Copeland Park Comprehensive Plan update, Erickson Skate Park, and potential rezoning at Forest Hills Golf Course.

• Approved Hunger Walk on Oct 9, 2022, in Myrick Park (voice vote)
• Approved Down Syndrome Awareness Walk on Oct 8, 2022, in Myrick Park (voice vote)
• Approved beautification application for 2700 Robinsdale Ave (voice vote)
• Approved Alzheimer's signage in Riverside Park July 22-Aug 5, 2022, as amended (4-2)
• Approved Ride Across Wisconsin start line in Riverside Park Aug 19-20, 2022 (voice vote)
• Approved Enchanted Forest at Riverside Park Oct 22, 2022 (voice vote)
• Approved Boy Scout sleepover at Copeland Park Stadium July 23, 2022 (voice vote)
• Denied Oktoberfest Carnival use of Riverside Park Sept 26-Oct 3, 2022 (5-1)

Committee for Citizens with Disabilities

The Committee for Citizens with Disabilities will discuss updates regarding the Comprehensive Plan and a transition plan survey. The meeting also includes an update on the George/West George intersection and ADA anniversary activities.

• Comprehensive Plan update from Tim Acklin
• Transition Plan Survey update
• ADA Anniversary activities for July 23rd-30th
• Update on George/West George Intersection

The Committee for Citizens with Disabilities met and heard updates on the Comprehensive Plan update, the Transition Plan survey (95 responses, closing August 15), ADA Anniversary activities (July 23-30), and the George/West George intersection (audible signals added). No formal votes or decisions were taken; the meeting was informational.

• Approved June 16th meeting minutes
• Heard update on Comprehensive Plan update (Forward La Crosse to present August 18)
• Heard Transition Plan survey update: 95 responses, closes August 15
• Heard update on ADA Anniversary activities (July 23-30)
• Heard update on George/West George intersection: audible signals added

Police and Fire Commission

The Police and Fire Commission is reviewing personnel reports from June 2022. Agenda items include scheduling police officer interviews and the recruitment of a new Fire Chief. The commission may also appoint Engineer Clayton Anderson to regular status.

• Scheduling police officer interviews
• Appointment of Engineer Clayton Anderson to regular status
• Fire Chief recruitment

The Police and Fire Commission accepted the June 2022 police and fire personnel reports, approved the appointment of Engineer Clayton Anderson to regular status, and scheduled police officer interviews for July 28. The commission also convened in closed session to discuss the Fire Chief recruitment process and directed HR to schedule an interview with an additional candidate.

• Approved June 2022 Police Personnel Report (unanimous)
• Approved June 2022 Fire Personnel Report (unanimous)
• Approved appointment of Engineer Clayton Anderson to regular status (unanimous)
• Scheduled police officer interviews for July 28 at 8:30 a.m.
• Convened closed session for Fire Chief recruitment discussion (unanimous)
• Directed HR to schedule initial interview with additional Fire Chief candidate

Building and Housing Appeals Board

The Building and Housing Appeals Board will meet to review minutes from June 2021. The board will also consider a variance request from Strupp Trucking, Inc. regarding building demolition at 322 4th St. S.

• Variance request for building demolition at 322 4th St. S.
• Approval of minutes from June 22, 2021

The Building and Housing Appeals Board unanimously approved a variance request from Strupp Trucking, Inc. regarding demolition at 322 4th St. S. The approval allows removal of the west wall, footing, and foundation as much as possible without disturbing neighboring properties, while keeping the east wall in place. A CSM must be recorded at the Register of Deeds at the owner's expense. The board also approved the June 22, 2021 minutes and adjourned.

• Approved Strupp Trucking variance for demolition at 322 4th St. S. (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from June 22, 2021 (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 10:28 am (unanimous)

Aviation Board

The La Crosse Aviation Board will review a car wash business plan and consider approving a methodology for concessions rent relief via an Airport Rescue grant. The agenda also includes airline fee reconciliation for the 2021 budget year and updates on airport operations.

• Car Wash Business Plan (Item 22-0740)
• Airline Reconciliation and Fee Abatement for 2021 Budget Year (Item 22-0782)
• Approval of methodology for Concessions Rent Relief Airport Rescue Grant (Item 22-0783)
• Update on Projects, Operations, Marketing, Air Service, and Ft. McCoy (Item 22-0784)

The Aviation Board approved the Car Wash business plan, the Airline Reconciliation and Fee Abatement for the 2021 budget year, and the calculation methodology for Concessions Rent Relief under the Airport Rescue Grant. All three motions carried by voice vote. The board also received a projects, operations, marketing, air service, and Ft. McCoy update.

• Approved Car Wash business plan (voice vote)
• Approved Airline Reconciliation and Fee Abatement for 2021 budget year (voice vote)
• Approved calculation methodology for Concessions Rent Relief Airport Rescue Grant (voice vote)

City Plan Commission

The City Plan Commission is conducting a public hearing and discussing possible action regarding the 2023-2027 Capital Improvement Program Budget. The meeting includes reviews of capital project summary and detailed reports.

• Public hearing on the 2023-2027 Capital Improvement Program Budget

The City Plan Commission held a public hearing and made multiple amendments to the 2023-2027 Capital Improvement Program (CIP) budget. They approved adding speed tables on 29th Street South and Victory Street, added $85k for Badger-Hickey Park shelter design/demolition, moved fiber optic projects earlier, and added several new projects while moving others to unfunded. A proposal to add speed readers near Northside Elementary failed.

• Approved $35k for two speed tables on 29th Street South (voice vote)
• Amended Badger-Hickey Park shelter project to add $85k from GO borrowing for design/demolition (voice vote)
• Amended Victory Street item #802 to add speed tables (voice vote)
• Moved fiber optic items #268, #569, #565 from 2025-2027 to 2023-2025 (voice vote)
• Added multiple projects to CIP including sidewalk infill, street improvements, water main loop, and ADA transition plan; moved several street projects to unfunded (voice vote)
• Failed to add $40k for speed readers near Northside Elementary (3-4 vote)
• Failed to move Crowley Park resurfacing from 2023 to 2024 (unanimous voice vote)
• Failed to add speed tables on Gladys Street (lack of second)

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works is reviewing a street cafe permit application for 129 Vine Street. The board will also consider construction change orders for the WWTP and a request for permanent speed tables in the 100-200 blocks of 29th Street South.

• Street Cafe Permit Request for 129 Vine Street
• WWTP Change Order No. 3 regarding detectors
• Request for permanent speed tables in the 100-200 blocks of 29th Street South
• Review of Bidder's Proof of Responsibility

The Board of Public Works approved all substantive agenda items by voice vote: a street privilege permit for a street cafe at 129 Vine Street, construction contract change orders, and permanent speed tables on 29th Street South. No items were denied or tabled.

• Approved street privilege permit for street cafe at 129 Vine Street
• Approved construction contract change orders
• Approved permanent speed tables in 100-200 blocks of 29th Street South

Commercial/Multi-Family Design Review Committee

The committee will review plans for a commercial addition at 3716 Mormon Coulee Rd. The meeting also includes a review of preliminary plans for the Pearl Street Walkway.

• Plan review for a commercial addition at 3716 Mormon Coulee Rd
• Review of preliminary plans for the Pearl Street Walkway

Common Council

The Common Council will consider an amended ordinance to prohibit conversion therapy. The agenda also includes reviewing contracts for police department renovations and lift station improvements. Additionally, the council will address bond issuances totaling over $15 million.

• Ordinance to prohibit conversion therapy
• $1,183,925 contract for La Crosse Police Department Renovations Project
• $492,350 contract for Breezy Point Lift Station Improvements Project
• Issuance of up to $11,950,000 in General Obligation Bonds
• Rejection of bids for Northside Pedestrian Upgrades and River Point District Phase 2 due to being over budget

The Common Council approved several major items, including issuing up to $11.95 million in general obligation bonds and $3.185 million in promissory notes, both awarded to Robert W. Baird Company. It also awarded contracts for police department renovations ($1,183,925) and Breezy Point lift station improvements ($492,350), and rejected bids for two projects. A conditional use permit for Western Technical College was approved despite a recommendation to deny, and a conversion therapy ordinance was referred for 60 days.

• Approved $11.95M GO bonds, Series 2022A, to Robert W. Baird (12-0)
• Approved $3.185M GO promissory notes, Series 2022B, to Robert W. Baird (12-0)
• Awarded $1,183,925 contract to Wieser Brothers for police renovations (12-0)
• Awarded $492,350 contract to Winona Mechanical for Breezy Point lift station (12-0)
• Rejected bids for Northside Pedestrian Upgrades and River Point District Phase 2 (12-0 each)
• Approved Western Technical College conditional use permit at 310 8th St. N. (7-3, 2 recused)
• Referred conversion therapy ordinance for 60 days (10-2)
• Approved exception to architect requirement for Denton Street project (12-0)

City Plan Commission

The City Plan Commission is reviewing a request for an exception to Multi-Family Housing Design Standards. The proposal by Steve Schlicht seeks to waive the requirement that building plans be prepared and approved by a Registered Architect for 1024, 1034, 1036, and 1038 Denton Street.

• Request for exception to Multi-Family Housing Design Standards (Item 22-0858)
• Waiver of Registered Architect approval requirement for 1024, 1034, 1036, and 1038 Denton Street

The City Plan Commission voted against recommending an exception to the Multi-Family Housing Design Standards for a project at 1024-1038 Denton Street. The exception would have allowed building plans without a Registered Architect's approval. The motion failed by voice vote (2-3), with Trost and Neumeister voting yes. The item will not be recommended to the Judiciary & Administration Committee.

• Motion to recommend exception to architect requirement for Denton Street project failed (2-3)
• Commissioner Cherf recused himself from the Denton Street item

Judiciary & Administration Committee

The committee is reviewing a request from Steve Schlicht regarding Multi-Family Housing Design Standards. The proposal seeks an exception to the requirement that building plans be approved by a Registered Architect for 1024, 1034, 1036, and 1038 Denton Street.

• Request for exception to Multi-Family Housing Design Standards at 1024, 1034, 1036, and 1038 Denton Street

The Judiciary & Administration Committee voted 6-0 to recommend approval of an exception to the Multi-Family Housing Design Standards for a project at 1024, 1034, 1036, and 1038 Denton Street. The exception waives the requirement that building plans be prepared and approved by a Registered Architect. The recommendation will go to the Common Council on July 14, 2022.

• Recommended approval of architect exception for Denton Street project (6-0)

Climate Action Plan Steering Committee

The Climate Action Plan Steering Committee is meeting to review the Draft Climate Action Plan. The agenda includes a presentation on the plan's overview and discussion regarding next steps for commission and community review.

• Presentation and review of the Draft Climate Action Plan
• Discussion of team questions and comments
• Review of next steps for Commission and Community Review

Housing Authority of the City of La Crosse

The Housing Authority will review a project for toilet replacements at Solberg Heights Apartments. The board will also consider a lease agreement for the Margaret Annett Center with Head Start Child and Family Development Centers, Inc. Additionally, members will discuss job descriptions and the budget.

• Toilet replacement project at Solberg Heights Apartments
• Lease agreement for Margaret Annett Center with Head Start Child and Family Development Centers, Inc.
• Discussion of Housing Authority job descriptions and budget

The Housing Authority approved a $69,813 bid for toilet replacement at Solberg Heights Apartments and renewed the Head Start lease at the Margaret Annett Center for $1,550 per month. Bills totaling $388,583.53 were approved, and the board discussed adding two staff positions but took no formal action.

• Approved $69,813 bid for Solberg Heights toilet replacement (3-0)
• Renewed Head Start lease at Margaret Annett Center at $1,550/month (3-0)
• Approved bills totaling $388,583.53 (3-0)
• Approved June 8, 2022 meeting minutes (3-0)

Library Board

The La Crosse Library Board will hold elections for board officers and review June 2022 financial reports. The meeting includes a presentation on circulation and an update on the 2023 operating budget process. The board will also conduct a closed session to evaluate the Library Director.

• Election of officers
• Approval of June 2022 bills and financial reports
• Introduction of Community Resource Specialist Kate McNamer
• Circulation department presentation by Cynthia Arauz
• 2023 operating budget process update

The La Crosse Library Board elected officers, approved June minutes and financial reports, and received updates on staffing, facilities, and programming. In closed session, the board approved a salary step increase for the Library Director and replenished the Director's Hospitality Fund with $4,000 from the Special Trustees Fund. The board also referred the secretary nomination vote to August.

• Elected Sue Anglehart as President (motion carried)
• Elected Kathy Ivey as Vice-President (motion carried)
• Referred secretary nomination vote to August (motion carried)
• Approved minutes of June 14, 2022 (motion carried)
• Approved bills and financial reports for June 2022 (motion carried)
• Approved salary step increase for Library Director from Grade 23, step 5 to step 6 (motion carried)
• Approved $4,000 replenishment of Director's Hospitality Fund from Special Trustees Fund (motion carried)

Community Development Committee - Abolished 2.9.2023

The committee will hold a public hearing regarding CDBG-CV Grant projects and receive citizen input. Members will also review updates on the Cinnaire Solutions Project at 4th Street and Jackson Street. The meeting includes decisions on amendments to the Citizen Participation Plan and additional funding for 2022 public services.

• Public hearing for CDBG-CV Grant with Wisconsin Department of Administration
• Update on Cinnaire Solutions Project at 4th Street and Jackson Street
• Approval of amendments to the Citizen Participation Plan
• Action on additional funding for 2022 public services

The Community Development Committee approved amendments to the Citizen Participation Plan and additional funding for Public Services for the 2022 program year, both by voice vote. A public hearing on the CDBG-CV grant was held with no public speakers, and an update on the Cinnaire Solutions project was presented. Minutes from the June 14, 2022 meeting were also approved.

• Approved minutes from June 14, 2022 meeting (voice vote)
• Approved amendments to the Citizen Participation Plan (voice vote)
• Approved additional funding for Public Services for 2022 program year, Option 1 (voice vote)

Bicycle-Pedestrian Advisory Committee

The committee will discuss City street sweeping policies and an upcoming stakeholder session for the Comprehensive Plan. The agenda also includes updates on 2022 grant applications and a project spreadsheet. Resolution 22-0903 concerns accepting Transportation Alternatives Program funding.

• Resolution 22-0903: Accepting Transportation Alternatives Program funding
• Discussion on City street sweeping policy and practices
• August Comprehensive Plan Bike/Ped Stakeholder Session discussion
• 2022 Grant Application updates
• Review of Bicycle/Pedestrian project spreadsheet

Board of Public Works

The Board will consider a resolution to use unused funds for Water Utility network infrastructure upgrades to the SCADA system. The agenda also includes setting the date for the Fall City Auction and reviewing a construction contract change order for La Crosse Fire Station.

• Setting the date for the Fall City Auction for October 8, 2022
• Construction Contract Change Order for La Crosse Fire Station CO 2
• Resolution to upgrade Water Utility network infrastructure for the SCADA system
• Review of Bidder's Proof of Responsibility

The Board of Public Works approved all agenda items, including setting the Fall City Auction for October 8, 2022, and adopting a resolution to appropriate unused funds for upgrading the Water Utility's SCADA network infrastructure. Minutes from July 5, 2022, were approved with one abstention. No items were denied or tabled.

• Approved Fall City Auction date for October 8, 2022 (voice vote)
• Approved Bidder's Proof of Responsibility (voice vote)
• Approved Construction Contract Change Order (voice vote)
• Adopted resolution appropriating unused funds for SCADA system upgrade (voice vote)
• Approved minutes of July 5, 2022 (voice vote, Schwarz abstained)

Finance & Personnel Committee

The Finance & Personnel Committee is reviewing resolutions regarding city contracts and development grants. This includes allocating ARPA funds for a childcare contract with The Parenting Place and applying for the WEDC Idle Sites Redevelopment Grant. The committee will also discuss water utility upgrades and lease renewals.

• Allocating ARPA funds for a one-year contract with The Parenting Place
• Applying for the WEDC Idle Sites Redevelopment Grant for Copper Rocks development
• Funding design and bidding services for Phase II of River Point District
• Upgrading Water Utility network infrastructure (SCADA system)
• Renewing a lease with Rivercrest Village Partners

The Finance & Personnel Committee recommended eight resolutions to the Common Council for adoption on 7/14/2022, all passing 5-0 with one excused absence. These include appropriating funds for Council Chambers equipment, applying for a WEDC Idle Sites Redevelopment Grant for Copper Rocks, a one-year childcare contract with The Parenting Place (amended), a lease renewal with Rivercrest Village Partners (amended), additional funding for River Point District Phase II design services, Water Utility SCADA network upgrades, and issuance of $11,950,000 in General Obligation Corporate Purpose Bonds (Series 2022A) and $3,185,000 in General Obligation Promissory Notes (Series 2022B). A collective bargaining update was listed as an agenda item but no action was recorded.

• Recommended adoption of resolution appropriating funds for Council Chambers equipment (5-0)
• Recommended adoption of resolution to apply for WEDC Idle Sites Redevelopment Grant for Copper Rocks (5-0)
• Recommended adoption as amended of resolution for one-year childcare contract with The Parenting Place (5-0)
• Recommended adoption as amended of lease renewal with Rivercrest Village Partners (5-0)
• Recommended adoption of resolution for additional funding for River Point District Phase II design services with SEH (5-0)
• Recommended adoption of resolution appropriating unused funds for Water Utility SCADA network upgrades (5-0)
• Recommended adoption of resolution authorizing $11,950,000 General Obligation Corporate Purpose Bonds, Series 2022A (5-0)
• Recommended adoption of resolution authorizing $3,185,000 General Obligation Promissory Notes, Series 2022B (5-0)

Human Rights Commission

The Human Rights Commission will review updates from the Racial Equity Team and the Comprehensive Planning Process. The commission will also discuss improvements to fair housing complaint applications and webpages. Additionally, members will plan a town hall with elected officials.

• Updates on Racial Equity Team and Comprehensive Planning Process
• Review of Juneteenth Celebration involvement
• Update regarding Houska Park
• Improvements to Fair Housing Complaint Application forms
• Planning for a Town Hall with elected officials

The Human Rights Commission heard an update on homelessness from Sandra Brekke, discussed drafting a declaration of housing as a human right, and reviewed improvements to the fair housing complaint form. Two agenda items—Civil Rights Dept. subcommittee and Town Hall planning—were tabled until the next meeting. No formal votes were taken on substantive policy decisions.

• Approved minutes from previous meeting (voice vote)
• Tabled Civil Rights Dept. subcommittee discussion until next meeting (voice vote)
• Tabled Town Hall with elected officials planning until next meeting (voice vote)

Neighborhood Revitalization Commission

The commission will discuss updates to the Rental Registration/Licensing Program. The meeting also includes a discussion on possible regulations for AirBnBs. Additionally, members will receive updates on city projects and the Comprehensive Plan.

• Rental Registration/Licensing Program update
• Discussion on possible regulation of AirBnBs
• Updates on neighborhood and city projects
• Comprehensive Plan updates

Judiciary & Administration Committee

The Judiciary & Administration Committee will discuss several ordinance amendments and permit applications. Topics include property rezonings at 1033 Caledonia St. and 2415 State Road, as well as alcohol license requests. The meeting also includes a resolution regarding state energy efficiency regulations.

• Rezoning for a two-bedroom apartment at 1033 Caledonia St.
• Permit for Western Technical College to demolish a structure for green space at 310 8th St. N.
• Mixed-use redevelopment proposal at 2415 State Road.
• Liquor license applications for People's Food Cooperative, Inc. and Pato Azul, LLC.
• Resolution regarding state energy efficiency regulations.

The Judiciary & Administration Committee voted 6-0 to recommend a resolution advocating for state energy efficiency regulations to the Common Council. It also recommended approval of several conditional use permits, liquor licenses, and zoning changes, but failed to recommend Western Technical College's demolition permit request.

• Recommended resolution on state energy efficiency regulations (6-0)
• Recommended People's Food Cooperative conditional use permit for liquor license at 315 5th Ave. S. (6-0)
• Recommended zoning change for apartment at 1033 Caledonia St. (6-0)
• Failed to recommend Western Technical College demolition permit at 310 8th St. N. (3-3)
• Recommended ordinance on La Crosse Center Board meetings (6-0)
• Recommended zoning change for mixed use redevelopment at 2415 State Road (6-0)
• Recommended Charmant Hotel alcohol license expansion for Aug. 19 event (6-0)
• Recommended Pato Azul conditional use permit for liquor license at 127 4th St. S. (6-0)

City Plan Commission

The City Plan Commission will consider several land use changes, including rezoning for a two-bedroom apartment on Caledonia Street and mixed-use redevelopment at 2415 State Road. The agenda also includes reviews for liquor license permits and a comprehensive plan update.

• Rezoning 1033 Caledonia St. for a two-bedroom apartment
• Mixed-use redevelopment ordinance for 2415 State Road
• Conditional use permits for liquor licenses at 315 5th Ave. S. and 127 4th St. S.
• Demolition of structure for green space at 310 8th St. N.
• Lease renewal resolution with Rivercrest Village Partners

The La Crosse City Plan Commission approved conditional use permits for People's Food Cooperative, Western Technical College, and Pato Azul, LLC, and recommended adoption of zoning ordinance amendments for properties at 1033 Caledonia St. and 2415 State Road. The commission also approved a preliminary plat for the River Point District and referred a lease renewal with Rivercrest Village Partners for 30 days. Minutes from May 31 and June 20, 2022 were approved.

• Approved conditional use permit for People's Food Cooperative at 315 5th Ave. S. (voice vote)
• Recommended adoption of zoning amendment for apartment at 1033 Caledonia St. (voice vote)
• Approved conditional use permit for Western Technical College demolition at 310 8th St. N. (4-3, Trost, Gallager, Kahlow no)
• Recommended adoption of zoning amendment for mixed use at 2415 State Road (voice vote, Yager recused)
• Referred lease renewal with Rivercrest Village Partners for 30 days (6-1, Gallager no)
• Approved conditional use permit for Pato Azul, LLC at 127 4th St. S. (voice vote)
• Approved preliminary plat of River Point District (voice vote)

Judiciary & Administration Committee

The Judiciary & Administration Committee will review a resolution regarding a beverage operator's license application. The item involves the denial of Carter Bell's application and an appeal of the Police Department's denial.

• Resolution 22-0851: Denying Carter Bell's Beverage Operator's License application and police department appeal

The Judiciary & Administration Committee voted 2-1 to deny Carter Bell's appeal of a Police Department denial of a Beverage Operator's License, citing past arrest and conviction record under Wis. Stats. 125.04(5)(a)(1) and city interests. The decision was made after a closed session to deliberate. One member abstained, and one was non-voting.

• Denied Carter Bell's beverage operator's license appeal (2-1, with 1 abstention and 1 non-voting)
• Convened closed session to deliberate the appeal (unanimous voice vote)
• Reconvened open session (unanimous voice vote)

Board of Public Works

The Board will review final payments for several infrastructure and park projects. The agenda also includes a request for yard sign placement and an amendment to a no-parking zone on Commerce Street.

• Final payments for Carroll Field, Copeland Park Sewer, and Green Island Park Tennis Courts
• Final payments for Raze/Remove projects at 1803 George St and 2015 Mississippi St
• Final payments for Airport Road Reconstruction and 2021 LRIP C&G
• Request from CleanSlate to place yard signs in various locations
• Amendment of a No Parking Zone on the 2700 block of Commerce Street

The Board of Public Works denied CleanSlate's request to place yard signs in various locations. It also approved construction contract final payments, a bidder's proof of responsibility, and an amendment to a no parking zone on Commerce Street. All votes were voice votes and carried.

• Denied CleanSlate yard sign request (voice vote)
• Approved construction contract final payments (voice vote)
• Approved bidder's proof of responsibility (voice vote)
• Approved no parking zone amendment on Commerce Street (voice vote)

Commercial/Multi-Family Design Review Committee

The committee is reviewing plans for a building located at 220 Veterans Memorial Dr E. This item concerns the Riverside Park Restrooms.

• Review of plans for the Riverside Park Restroom building at 220 Veterans Memorial Dr E

Judiciary & Administration Committee

The Judiciary & Administration Committee is considering applications for the 2022-2023 license period. These items involve late renewals for beer, liquor, and indoor cabaret licenses.

• Late renewal of beer, liquor, and cabaret licenses for Eagle's Nest at 1914 Campbell Road
• Late renewal of beer and liquor license for Digger's Sting at 122-124 3rd St. N.
• Late renewal of beer, liquor, and cabaret licenses for Who's On 3rd at 126 St. N.

The Judiciary & Administration Committee voted unanimously (5-0) to recommend approval of three late-renewal liquor license applications to the Common Council. The licenses are for Eagle's Nest, Digger's Sting, and Who's On 3rd, all for the 2022-2023 license period. The recommendations will be considered by the Common Council on June 29, 2022.

• Recommended approval of Eagle's Nest liquor and cabaret license (5-0)
• Recommended approval of Digger's Sting liquor license (5-0)
• Recommended approval of Who's On 3rd liquor and cabaret license (5-0)

Common Council

The Common Council is considering three applications for the late renewal of beer, liquor, and cabaret licenses. These items involve businesses located on Campbell Road and 3rd Street North.

• Late renewal of beer, liquor, and cabaret license for Eagle's Nest at 1914 Campbell Road
• Late renewal of beer and liquor license for Digger's Sting at 122-124 3rd St. N.
• Late renewal of beer, liquor, and cabaret license for Who's On 3rd at 126 St. N.

The Common Council approved three late renewals of combination Class B beer and liquor licenses, two of which also included indoor cabaret licenses, for the 2022-2023 license period. All three resolutions were adopted unanimously with 10 yes votes, 1 excused, and 2 absent. The meeting was brief and adjourned at 4:07 p.m.

• Approved Eagle's Nest liquor and cabaret license renewal at 1914 Campbell Road (10-0)
• Approved Digger's Sting liquor license renewal at 122-124 3rd St. N. (10-0)
• Approved Who's On 3rd liquor and cabaret license renewal at 126 3rd St. N. (10-0)

Arts and Culture Board

The Arts Board will meet to consider a request to approve the final proposal for the Downtown Main Street Parking Ramp Mural. This special meeting will be conducted virtually.

• Request to approve the final proposal of the Downtown Main Street Parking Ramp Mural (22-0768)

The Arts Board approved the final proposal for the Downtown Main Street Parking Ramp Mural. The plaque design will be brought back for review at the July 26th meeting. The motion was approved by voice vote.

• Approved final proposal for Downtown Main Street Parking Ramp Mural (voice vote)

City of La Crosse Diversity Equity Inclusion Team

The City of La Crosse Racial Equity Team is meeting to conduct a final review of surveys. The team will also discuss details regarding survey distribution.

• Final review of surveys (22-0867)
• Survey distribution details (22-0868)

The City of La Crosse Racial Equity Team met virtually and approved the previous meeting's minutes. The team reviewed and made changes to the surveys (item 22-0867) and discussed distribution details (item 22-0868), but no formal decisions were made on these items. The meeting adjourned at 2:00 p.m.

• Approved meeting minutes (motion by Joe, seconded by Gwen)
• Reviewed and made changes to surveys (22-0867)
• Discussed survey distribution details (22-0868)
• Adjourned meeting at 2:00 p.m. (motion by Joe, seconded by Gwen)

La Crosse Center Board

The La Crosse Center Board will review May 2022 financial reports and year-to-date figures. The agenda includes a discussion on contract management with consultant John Kaatz of CSL. The board will also review convention updates, website analytics, and liquor invoices.

• Approval of May 23, 2022, meeting minutes
• Review of May 2022 and year-to-date financial reports
• Discussion on contract management with consultant John Kaatz of CSL
• Review of June 2022 Facebook and website analytics
• Approval of May 2022 liquor invoices

The La Crosse Center Board met on June 29, 2022, and approved the May 23, 2022 minutes and May 2022 liquor invoices, both unanimously. The board also received financial, marketing, and convention updates, and discussed contract management options with consultant John Kaatz. No other formal decisions were made.

• Approved May 23, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved May 2022 liquor invoices (unanimous)

Budget Parameter Committee

The committee will discuss 2022 operating budget items, specifically focusing on 2023 budget estimates for salaries and WRS rates. The agenda includes reviewing increases in operating expenses and new position requests. Members will also consider the use of one-time revenues to support increased expenditures.

• 2023 budget estimates including salary increases and WRS rates
• Increases in operating expenses and new position requests
• Use of one-time revenues to support increased operating expenditures
• Scheduling Board of Estimate meeting dates

The Budget Parameter Committee approved its meeting schedule and directed the mayor and staff to develop a 2023 operating budget with multiple options, including at least one with no tax rate increase. The committee also elected Mitch Reynolds as chair and Barb Janssen as vice chair, and approved the minutes from the June 29, 2021 meeting.

• Elected Reynolds as Chair and Janssen as Vice Chair (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved minutes of June 29, 2021 (voice vote)
• Approved meeting schedule as presented with adjustments (voice vote)
• Directed mayor and staff to develop 2023 budget with at least one zero tax rate increase option (voice vote)

Board of Park Commissioners

The Board of Park Commissioners is reviewing a request to host a 24-hour trail run at Upper Hixon on August 6-7, 2022. The event would be hosted by the Outdoor Recreation Alliance and is contingent on required permits from city and county agencies.

• Request to host a 24-hour trail run at Upper Hixon on August 6-7, 2022

The Board of Park Commissioners approved a request from Outdoor Recreation Alliance to host a 24-hour trail run at Upper Hixon on August 6-7, 2022, contingent on approvals from other city and county agencies. The motion passed by voice vote.

• Approved 24-hour trail run at Upper Hixon (voice vote)
• Opened public hearing (voice vote)
• Closed public hearing (voice vote)

Board of Public Works

The La Crosse Board of Public Works is meeting to decide on several requests involving use of city right-of-way, including sign placement, fiber optic installation, encroachments, a street cafe, and a temporary no-parking zone. The board will also review a bidder's proof of responsibility and a request from Riverfest to use the Oktoberfest Lot for helicopter rides over the July 4th holiday. These are routine administrative decisions on permits and public space usage.

• Sign placement request at 509 2nd Street North
• Riverfest helicopter rides at Oktoberfest Lot, July 1-4, 2022
• Charter Communications fiber optics in right-of-way on Main Street from 7th to 10th Street
• Encroachment request at 205-215 Pearl Street
• No parking zone on south side of 500 block of Hagar Street near Copeland Avenue

The Board of Public Works approved all seven agenda items by voice vote, including a sign placement, Riverfest helicopter rides, Charter Communications fiber optics, Pearl Street encroachments, a no-parking zone, and a street cafe permit. No items were denied or tabled. The meeting was procedural with unanimous approvals.

• Approved sign placement at 509 2nd Street North (voice vote)
• Approved Riverfest helicopter rides at Oktoberfest Lot July 1-4, 2022 (voice vote)
• Approved Charter Communications fiber optics in right of way at 700-1000 Main Street (voice vote)
• Approved encroachments at 205-215 Pearl Street (voice vote)
• Approved no-parking zone on south side of 500 block of Hagar Street (voice vote)
• Approved street cafe permit for The Crow Properties, LLC (voice vote)

Economic Development Commission - Abolished 2.9.2023

The Economic Development Commission is considering a resolution to approve an appropriation of ARPA funds. These monies are earmarked for childcare and would fund a one-year contract with The Parenting Place.

• Resolution 22-0805: One-year contract with The Parenting Place using ARPA childcare funds

The Economic Development Commission approved a resolution to allocate ARPA funds for a one-year childcare contract with The Parenting Place, with an amendment requiring EDC review of related programs before implementation. The amended resolution was adopted by voice vote.

• Approved amended resolution for ARPA childcare contract with The Parenting Place (voice vote)
• Amended grant agreement to require EDC review of childcare business support programs before implementation (voice vote)

Redevelopment Authority

The authority will review plans for the Pullback Merge and receive an update on the River Point District. The agenda also includes consideration of mowing services and professional service contracts.

• Review of Pullback Merge plans
• Updated Long Term Stormwater Maintenance Agreement
• Mowing contract with Nicholas J's Lawn Care LLC
• Monthly update from WiRED Properties on River Point District
• Contract consideration with Vendi through 2022

The Redevelopment Authority approved a long-term stormwater maintenance agreement, a mowing contract with Nicholas J's Lawn Care LLC, and extended the Red Earth agreement to August 25. They also accepted the building concept for the 2022.01.21 LCM Pullback Merge project to move forward. The board went into closed session for the final two agenda items and adjourned without further public action.

• Approved minutes from May 26, 2022 meeting
• Accepted building concept for 2022.01.21 LCM Pullback Merge to move forward (5-1, Kovari no)
• Approved long-term stormwater maintenance agreement (voice vote)
• Approved mowing contract with Nicholas J's Lawn Care LLC, funded from Planning Option Agreements (voice vote)
• Extended Red Earth agreement to August 25 (voice vote)
• Directed Executive Director to present financial information with Ehlers in July (voice vote)
• Convened in closed session for Vendi contract and WiRED deliverables (voice vote)

Heritage Preservation Commission

The Heritage Preservation Commission will review several applications for Certificates of Appropriateness. These include plans for 1024 Cass Street, an awning at 221 Pearl Street, and 305-307 Pearl Street. The commission will also receive an update on the Lost La Crosse Project.

• Review of accessory structure plans for 1024 Cass Street
• Review of awning application for 221 Pearl Street
• Review of Certificate of Appropriateness for 305-307 Pearl Street
• Update on the Lost La Crosse Project
• Discussion regarding a previous decision for 123-125 3rd Street S.

The Heritage Preservation Commission approved Certificates of Appropriateness for an accessory structure at 1024 Cass Street, an awning at 221 Pearl Street, and a facade/awning/sign at 305-307 Pearl Street, each with conditions. The minutes from May 26, 2022, were not approved and were referred to the next meeting. No substantive decisions were made on the Lost La Crosse Project update or the discussion of the August 2021 decision.

• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for accessory structure at 1024 Cass Street, conditioned on Community Risk Management approval (voice vote)
• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for awning at 221 Pearl Street (voice vote)
• Approved facade and awning at 305-307 Pearl Street, conditioned on Community Risk Management and Board of Public Works approval (voice vote)
• Approved sign at 305-307 Pearl Street, conditioned on Heritage Preservation Planner's interpretation of Historic Overlay Zoning District requirements (voice vote)
• Referred May 26, 2022 meeting minutes to next meeting; no vote taken

City Plan Commission

The City Plan Commission will hold a public hearing and discuss the 2023-2027 Capital Improvement Program Budget. The meeting includes reviewing summary and detailed reports for capital projects.

• Public hearing on the 2023-2027 Capital Improvement Program Budget (Item 22-0789)

The City Plan Commission held a public hearing and made several amendments to the 2023-2027 Capital Improvement Program budget. Changes included reallocating funds for the La Crosse Center boilers, adding a downtown tree project, funding a park shelter repair, and updating the Fiesta Ct. project. The amended budget was approved.

• Amended #760 La Crosse Center boilers: $225k County maintenance + $525k reserve, moved #416 to 2023 (voice vote)
• Added Downtown tree project to 2024 budget at $850k from ARPA funds (voice vote)
• Rejected amendment to spread tree project over 4 years (failed, Neumeister/Yager yes)
• Added $600k GO borrowing for Badger-Hickey Park shelter repair (voice vote)
• Amended #780 Fiesta Ct: increased GO to $210k, added $110k stormwater utility (voice vote)
• Added 2023 watermain replacements on Eastwood Ln. and Ohlsun Ct. with utility funding (voice vote)

Board of Public Works

The board will consider several requests for new traffic controls, including an all-way stop at 19th Street South and Denton Street. The meeting also includes reviews for street cafe permits and temporary street use in residential areas.

• All-way STOP control at 19th Street South and Denton Street
• No Parking Zone on the 1800 block of Barnabee Road
• Street cafe request for 222 Pearl Street
• Temporary shipping container permit at 227 22nd Street N
• Construction contract change orders for Weigent Park Shelter

The Board of Public Works approved several routine items, including bidder responsibility, construction change orders, final payment, and multiple traffic/parking orders. A temporary street privilege permit for a shipping container at 227 22nd Street N was tabled until the property owner provides a complete submittal. All votes were unanimous by voice vote.

• Approved bidder's proof of responsibility (voice vote)
• Approved construction contract change orders (voice vote)
• Approved construction contract final payment (voice vote)
• Tabled temporary street privilege permit for shipping container at 227 22nd Street N until complete submittal (voice vote)
• Approved no parking zone on 1800 block of Barnabee Road (voice vote)
• Approved 2-way YIELD control at Sunset Drive and Barnabee Road (voice vote)
• Approved no parking zone on 2500 block of 32nd Street South (voice vote)
• Approved all-way STOP control at 19th Street South & Denton Street (voice vote)

Commercial/Multi-Family Design Review Committee

The committee will review preliminary site plans for an addition to the Bethany Cass St Assisted Living multi-family building. This meeting focuses on the design review for the property located at 1315 Cass Street.

• Review of preliminary site plans for an addition to 1315 Cass Street

Board of Park Commissioners

The Board of Park Commissioners is reviewing several requests for events and signage in city parks. The board will also consider final plans for a Veterans Memorial in Riverside Park and discuss creating a new memorial policy.

• Final plans and location for the Veterans Memorial in Riverside Park
• Request to approve Disability Pride Fest at Copeland Park on July 23, 2022
• Request to host a 24-hour trail run at Upper Hixon on August 6-7, 2022
• Approval of Art Market dates in Civic Center Park
• Discussion regarding a new Memorial Policy for city parks

The Board of Park Commissioners approved several event and memorial requests, including Disability Pride Fest at Copeland Park, final plans for the Veterans Memorial in Riverside Park, signs for Make Music La Crosse, and the Art Market in Civic Center Park. A 24-hour trail run at Upper Hixon was referred to the July 21, 2022 meeting. No action was taken on summer program updates or a memorial policy discussion.

• Approved Disability Pride Fest at Copeland Park on July 23, 2022 (voice vote)
• Approved final plans for Veterans Memorial in Riverside Park (7-2)
• Approved signs in Bluffview Park for Make Music La Crosse (voice vote)
• Referred 24-hour trail run at Upper Hixon to July 21, 2022 meeting (7-2)
• Approved Art Market in Civic Center Park on July 9, Aug 13, Sep 10 (voice vote)

Committee for Citizens with Disabilities

The Committee for Citizens with Disabilities will discuss updates regarding the July ADA Anniversary celebration and the soft rollout of the ADA Transition Survey. The meeting also includes approval of May 25, 2022 minutes and a call for items for the July 21st agenda.

• Update on July ADA Anniversary celebration
• Update on ADA Transition Survey soft rollout
• Approval of May 25, 2022 minutes

The Committee for Citizens with Disabilities met and heard a presentation on the new Gen Fare mobile ticketing app and bus features. They discussed the ADA Anniversary celebrations on July 23-24 and the soft rollout of the ADA Transition Survey, with a public hard rollout set for July 8. No formal votes or decisions were taken; the meeting was informational and planning-focused.

• Approved May 25, 2022 minutes
• Discussed Gen Fare mobile ticketing app and bus noise notification
• Planned ADA Anniversary celebrations on July 23-24 at Copeland Park and Trane Mobility Park
• Scheduled hard rollout of ADA Transition Survey for July 8
• Identified potential July 21 agenda items including intersection updates and window stickers

Climate Action Plan Steering Committee

The committee will review a resolution declaring a climate emergency and committing to policies against fossil fuel expansion. The agenda also includes updates on June Climate Action Plan workshops and community outreach efforts.

• Resolution 22-0427: Declaring a climate emergency and endorsing a global fossil fuel non-proliferation treaty
• Presentation on Public Health Capstone Climate Change Workbook
• Update and discussion on June Climate Action Plan Workshops
• June Partners in Energy outreach and engagement update
• Discussion on community events for sharing the Climate Action Planning process

The Climate Action Plan Steering Committee discussed a proposed resolution declaring a climate emergency and committing to fossil fuel phase-out, but did not vote on it. Members requested amendments over the next two weeks, with staff to synthesize revisions. The committee also heard a presentation on a climate change workbook and discussed outreach events.

• Approved meeting minutes (voice vote)
• Requested amendments to climate emergency resolution over next 2 weeks
• Heard presentation on Public Health Capstone Climate Change Workbook
• Discussed June Climate Action Plan workshops and ActionFinder revisions
• Discussed electric vehicle toolkit policy drafting
• Identified community events for climate action outreach

Police and Fire Commission

The commission will review May 2022 fire and police personnel reports. The agenda includes appointments to regular status for two firefighters and an extension of one introductory period. The commission will also address Fire Chief recruitment.

• Appointment of Firefighter Andrew Stadler to regular status
• Appointment of Firefighter Benjamin Leis to regular status
• Extension of Firefighter Chase Montgomery's introductory period until August 9, 2022
• Fire Chief recruitment discussion

The Police and Fire Commission approved the May 2022 fire and police personnel reports, granted regular status to two firefighters, extended one firefighter's introductory period, and held a closed session to plan Fire Chief interviews. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved May 2022 Fire Personnel Report (unanimous)
• Approved May 2022 Police Personnel Report (unanimous)
• Approved regular status for Firefighters Andrew Stadler and Benjamin Leis (unanimous)
• Extended Firefighter Chase Montgomery's introductory period to August 9, 2022 (unanimous)
• Convened closed session to discuss Fire Chief interview process (unanimous roll call)

Community Development Committee - Abolished 2.9.2023

The committee will review the 2021-2022 Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report. The agenda includes actions on acquiring properties at 1212 11th Street S, 1333 Avon Street, and 1701 Prospect Street. Members will also consider a property sale and an RFP for legal services.

• Acquisition of 1212 11th Street S
• Acquisition of 1333 Avon Street
• Acquisition of 1701 Prospect Street
• Approval of RFP for Legal Services
• Sale of 2502 Onalaska Ave

The Community Development Committee approved the 2021-2022 CAPER presentation, the RFP for legal services, and acquisitions of three properties (1212 11th Street S, 1333 Avon Street, 1701 Prospect Street). A loan for Client 86099 was denied after a closed session, and the sale of 2502 Onalaska Ave was approved with offer #1. All votes were unanimous by voice vote unless noted.

• Approved minutes from May 10, 2022 meeting
• Approved RFP for Legal Services
• Approved acquisition of 1212 11th Street S
• Approved acquisition of 1333 Avon Street
• Approved acquisition of 1701 Prospect Street
• Denied loan for Client 86099 after closed session
• Approved sale of 2502 Onalaska Ave (offer #1)

Library Board

The La Crosse Library Board will review financial reports and committee updates. The board will consider a request from the City Finance Department regarding a payment to Johnson Controls. A closed session is also scheduled for the evaluation of the Library Director.

• Approval of $3,222.50 carryover spending payment to Johnson Controls
• Presentation by Johnson Controls Account Manager Jeff Van Ess
• Closed session for Library Director's evaluation
• Approval of May 10 and June 7 meeting minutes

The Library Board voted unanimously against a City Finance Department request to use $3,222.50 in carryover funds to pay Johnson Controls for performance measurement and verification services. The board discussed concerns about accountability and setting a precedent, and suggested including a statement with the vote for context. Other actions included approving the May 2022 minutes, bills, and financial reports.

• Approved minutes of May 10, 2022 (Ivey/Thill) Carried
• Approved Committee of the Whole minutes of June 7, 2022 (Simpson/Engel) Carried
• Approved bills and financial reports for May 2022 (Engel/Ivey) Carried
• Rejected $3,222.50 carryover payment to Johnson Controls (all opposed) Failed

Bicycle-Pedestrian Advisory Committee

The committee will receive updates on city infrastructure projects involving bicycle and pedestrian accommodations. The meeting also includes discussions regarding the June 3rd application process and the Reconnecting Communities Pilot Program Grant submittal.

• Update on City Infrastructure projects with bicycle/pedestrian accommodations
• Update on June 3rd application process
• Update on 2022 grant application projects and grant/project table
• Discussion on Reconnecting Communities Pilot Program Grant and submittal

The Bicycle-Pedestrian Advisory Committee received updates on city and state infrastructure projects with bike/ped accommodations, including Division Street, Gladys St, and La Crosse Street. They discussed grant applications, including a WisDOT Transportation Alternatives Program grant for updating the Bicycle and Pedestrian Plan, and explored the Reconnecting Communities Pilot Program grant. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was informational and procedural.

• Approved May 10, 2022 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Discussed WisDOT grant application for Bicycle and Pedestrian Plan update
• Reviewed project list for future grant opportunities
• Explored Reconnecting Communities Pilot Program grant eligibility

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will hold public hearings regarding construction noise exemptions for work on La Crosse Street and US HWY 14. The board will also consider a proposal for a mural at the Main Street Parking Ramp and a request for a temporary street permit.

• Noise exemption hearings for Chippewa Concrete Services on La Crosse St. and US HWY 14/HWY 35
• Proposal for a mural at the Main Street Parking Ramp
• Temporary street permit for a shipping container at 227 22nd Street N
• Installation of a 15-minute loading zone on Pine Street
• Change order for the 2021 EDA Storm Water Lift Station contract

The Board of Public Works approved two construction noise exemptions for Chippewa Concrete Services, a construction contract change order, a bidder's proof of responsibility, a Main Street Parking Ramp mural proposal, a loading zone installation, and a construction contract final payment. A temporary street privilege permit for a shipping container at 227 22nd Street N was referred to the next meeting. All votes were unanimous by voice vote.

• Approved construction noise exemption for La Crosse St. work (voice vote)
• Approved construction noise exemption for US HWY 14/35 sawing (voice vote)
• Approved construction contract change order (voice vote)
• Approved bidder's proof of responsibility (voice vote)
• Approved Main Street Parking Ramp mural proposal (voice vote)
• Referred shipping container permit at 227 22nd St N to 6/20/2022 meeting (voice vote)
• Approved 15-minute loading zone on 200 block of Pine St (voice vote)
• Approved construction contract final payment (voice vote)

City of La Crosse Diversity Equity Inclusion Team

The City of La Crosse Racial Equity Team met virtually on June 13, 2022. The agenda focuses on the review of two survey items.

• Review of internal survey (22-0803)
• Review of external survey (22-0804)

The City of La Crosse Racial Equity Team met virtually on June 13, 2022, and approved the previous meeting's minutes. The team reviewed internal and external surveys but made no changes or decisions on them. The meeting adjourned without any substantive actions taken.

• Approved meeting minutes (motion by Tim, seconded by Joe)
• Reviewed internal survey; no action taken
• Reviewed external survey; no action taken
• Adjourned meeting at 2:02 p.m. (motion by Tim, seconded by Joe)

Arts and Culture Board

The Arts Board will consider a request to approve the final proposal for the Downtown Main Street Parking Ramp Mural. The meeting also includes a discussion regarding a Long Range Vision with Anne Katz.

• Final proposal approval for the Downtown Main Street Parking Ramp Mural
• Discussion of a Long Range Vision with Anne Katz

The Arts Board referred the final proposal for the Downtown Main Street Parking Ramp Mural (item 22-0768) until a liability insurance quote is received, at which point a special meeting will be called. Two other agenda items—a mural discussion and a Long Range Vision discussion with Anne Katz—were discussed with no action taken. The board also approved the minutes from the May meeting.

• Referred Downtown Main Street Parking Ramp Mural proposal (22-0768) pending liability insurance quote
• Approved May meeting minutes by voice vote
• No action taken on mural discussion (22-0766)
• No action taken on Long Range Vision discussion with Anne Katz (22-0767)

Common Council

The Common Council is reviewing several policy changes, including a climate emergency resolution and an ordinance regarding conversion therapy. The agenda also includes various zoning amendments and the authorization of significant bond amounts for city projects.

• Resolution declaring a climate emergency and committing to clean energy policies
• Ordinance prohibiting conversion therapy in La Crosse
• Authorization of up to $5,430,000 in bonds for fire protection facilities
• Allocation of $24,000 from ARPA funds for garage remediation
• Zoning changes for 1001 Rose St and a four-unit building on Chase Street

The Common Council referred a resolution declaring a climate emergency to the Climate Action Plan Steering Committee (7-2, 1 abstention), rather than adopting it. The council also adopted an ordinance prohibiting conversion therapy (6-4) and approved a consent agenda with numerous items including bond authorizations and zoning changes.

• Referred climate emergency resolution to Climate Action Plan Steering Committee (7-2, 1 abstention)
• Adopted ordinance prohibiting conversion therapy (6-4)
• Approved consent agenda including zoning changes at 1001 Rose St. and Chase Street, fireworks permitting, and various resolutions
• Authorized up to $11,950,000 in general obligation bonds and $3,185,000 in promissory notes for various projects
• Confirmed mayoral appointments to Arts Board, Housing Authority, and Neighborhood Revitalization Commission (10-0)
• Accepted and filed April 2022 financial report (10-0)
• Approved 2022 bills and engineering estimates paid in June 2022 (10-0)

Human Rights Commission

The Human Rights Commission will discuss the housing crisis and updates to fair housing complaint forms and webpages. The meeting also includes updates from the Racial Equity Team and planning for a town hall with elected officials.

• Discussion on the Housing Crisis featuring Danielle Fortney
• Improvements to Fair Housing Complaint Application forms and webpages
• Updates from the Racial Equity Team, REACH, and Comprehensive Planning Process
• Planning for a Town Hall with elected officials
• Review of Madison Civil Rights Dept interview notes regarding the Civil Rights Dept subcommittee

The Human Rights Commission held a discussion-focused meeting with no formal votes on substantive items. They heard from Danielle Fortney about the housing crisis and its overlap with substance use, discussed improvements to the Fair Housing Complaint Form, and planned a town hall on housing. The only formal action was approving the previous meeting's minutes.

• Approved previous meeting minutes (voice vote)
• Discussed Juneteenth Celebration tabling logistics
• Heard presentation on housing crisis and substance use from Danielle Fortney
• Reviewed draft Fair Housing Complaint Form for comments
• Discussed strategic planning and SWOT results
• Planned town hall with elected officials on housing crisis

Housing Authority of the City of La Crosse

The Housing Authority will review a resolution to write off uncollectible debts and consider approving the LHA Forest Park window replacement project. The meeting also includes discussions regarding job descriptions and adding the Gundersen Employee Assistance Program to benefits.

• Resolution #2256 to write off uncollectible debts
• Review and approval of Project #22023, LHA Forest Park window replacement
• Discussion on adding Gundersen Employee Assistance Program to benefits package
• Housing Authority job description discussion

The Housing Authority approved a $605,000 contract with Braund Building LLC for window replacement at LHA Forest Park, approved a resolution to write off uncollectible debts, and added the Gundersen Employee Assistance Program to its benefits package. All motions passed 3-0. The board also discussed potential new job positions, with financial estimates to be presented next month.

• Approved $605,000 window replacement contract with Braund Building LLC (3-0)
• Approved Resolution #2256 to write off uncollectible debts (3-0)
• Approved adding Gundersen Employee Assistance Program to benefits (3-0)
• Approved May 11, 2022 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Approved bills totaling $123,238.36 (3-0)

Council Planning Meeting

The Council Planning meeting includes a presentation by Karuna Housing regarding the operations and outcomes of a winter housing project. No other substantive agenda items are listed for this meeting.

• Presentation by Karuna Housing on winter housing project operations and outcomes

Library Board

The Library Board will meet in an advisory capacity to discuss the library solar array sustainability project. The meeting includes a review of a Johnson Controls invoice for services performed between May 2021 and April 2022. No motions or decisions will be made during this session.

• Introduction of Environmental Planner Lewis Kuhlman
• Review of Library Solar Array sustainability project
• Review of Johnson Controls Performance Contract Measurement & Verification Invoice
• Discussion regarding a portion of a split invoice requested from the library

The Library Board discussed a $12,890 Johnson Controls invoice for solar panel measurement and verification, with the library's share being $3,222.50. The board expressed concern about the unexpected cost, given prior assurances of no additional expenses, but agreed to consider a motion to approve the payment at next week's regular meeting. No formal decision was made at this Committee of the Whole session.

• Discussed $12,890 Johnson Controls invoice for solar measurement and verification
• Noted library's portion of invoice would be $3,222.50 from carryover funds
• Board expressed concern over unexpected cost and budget cuts
• Agreed to bring motion to approve payment at next week's regular meeting

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will consider a charter request to place communications in the right-of-way at the intersection of Larson and Hauser Streets. The agenda also includes a review of a bidder's proof of responsibility.

• Charter request for communications in ROW at Larson and Hauser Street intersection
• Bidder's Proof of Responsibility

The Board of Public Works approved the minutes from May 31, 2022, and approved a charter request to place communications infrastructure in the right-of-way at the Larson and Hauser Street intersection. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting adjourned shortly after convening.

• Approved minutes of May 31, 2022 (voice vote)
• Approved charter request 22-0756 for communications in ROW at Larson and Hauser Street intersection (voice vote)

Commercial/Multi-Family Design Review Committee

The committee is reviewing plans for a multi-family development located at 1024-1038 Denton Street. The review includes preliminary site, floor, and elevation plans for two four-unit buildings.

• Review of plans for multi-family development (two 4-units) at 1024-1038 Denton Street

Finance & Personnel Committee

The Finance & Personnel Committee is considering resolutions regarding city property, contracts, and fund allocations. These include approving consulting services for the La Crosse Center and using ARPA funds for garage remediation. Several bond-related resolutions were short-circuited by the Mayor prior to this meeting.

• Declaring properties at 2710, 2706, and 2702 Onalaska Avenue as surplus property
• Allocating $24,000 from ARPA funds for remediation of FEMA violation garages
• Hiring Convention Sports and Leisure (CSL) for La Crosse Center consulting services
• Approving the La Crosse Tribune as the official newspaper for legal notices
• Amending the fee schedule for fireworks displays under the municipal code

The Finance & Personnel Committee unanimously recommended 17 resolutions to the Common Council for adoption on June 9, 2022. These include declaring properties on Onalaska Avenue surplus, funding trash removal, hiring a consultant for La Crosse Center management, approving ARPA funds for garage remediation, contracting the La Crosse Tribune as official newspaper, amending fireworks fees, accepting Carbon Reduction Program funding, approving a fire department MOU amendment, accepting a wastewater report, supporting a housing program, and authorizing several general obligation bonds for streets, fire, libraries, parks, bridges, and police facilities. No action was taken on the collective bargaining update.

• Recommended declaring 2710, 2706, 2702 Onalaska Ave surplus (6-0)
• Recommended funding private contractor for trash/debris removal (6-0)
• Recommended hiring CSL for La Crosse Center contract management evaluation (6-0)
• Recommended $24,000 ARPA funds for FEMA garage remediation (6-0)
• Recommended La Crosse Tribune as official newspaper contract (6-0)
• Recommended amending fireworks display fee schedule (6-0)
• Recommended accepting Carbon Reduction Program funding for Drift Cycle (6-0)
• Recommended $11.95M GO bond sale and $3.185M promissory notes (6-0)

Citizens Board of Review

This meeting serves to call the Board of Review into session for its 45-day period. Because the assessment roll is not yet complete, the board will adjourn until September 12, 2022.

• Call of the Board of Review into session
• Adjournment of the board until September 12, 2022

The Citizens Board of Review met only to formally open its 45-day session as required by state statute. Because the assessment roll was not complete, the board took no substantive action and adjourned to September 12, 2022, at 10:00 a.m. No decisions were made.

• Opened Board of Review session per Wis. Stat. 70.47(1)
• Adjourned to September 12, 2022, at 10:00 a.m. (unanimous)

Floodplain Advisory Committee

The Floodplain Advisory Committee will review FEMA violations and updates from the Association of State Floodplain Managers Conference. The committee will also discuss the WDNR Model Ordinance regarding Act 175.

• Review of FEMA violations (Item 21-1681)
• Updates from the Association of State Floodplain Managers Conference (Item 22-0758)
• Discussion of WDNR Model Ordinance - Act 175 (Item 22-0518)
• Approval of May 5, 2022 meeting minutes

The Floodplain Advisory Committee voted 5-1 to recommend that the WDNR Model Ordinance (Act 175) NOT be adopted, forwarding this recommendation to the Fire Prevention & Building Safety committee. The committee also approved the May 5, 2022 meeting minutes and received updates on FEMA violations and a floodplain managers conference.

• Recommended NOT adopting WDNR Model Ordinance Act 175 (5-1, 1 excused)
• Approved minutes from May 5, 2022 meeting (voice vote)

Climate Action Plan Steering Committee

This workshop includes a review of final GHG modeling and sub-team breakout sessions. These sessions aim to identify primary and supporting implementing parties for detailed actions.

• Review of final GHG modeling
• Identification of implementation parties via sub-team breakouts
• Full team report back on sub-team discussions

Neighborhood Revitalization Commission

The June 1, 2022, meeting of the La Crosse Neighborhood Revitalization Commission was cancelled due to a lack of quorum. The scheduled agenda included updates on rental registration and discussions regarding AirBnB regulations.

• Approval of May 4, 2022, meeting minutes
• Rental Registration/Licensing Program update
• Discussion on possible regulation of AirBnBs
• Updates on neighborhood and city projects

Judiciary & Administration Committee

The Judiciary & Administration Committee will review several zoning changes for properties on Gould St, Rose St, and Chase Street. The meeting also includes discussions on a climate emergency resolution and an ordinance prohibiting conversion therapy. Other items involve 9-1-1 emergency systems and business license applications.

• Resolution declaring a climate emergency and opposing fossil fuel expansion
• Ordinance prohibiting conversion therapy
• Rezoning 818 Gould St for personal storage and workspace
• Rezoning 1001 Rose St for residential rental
• Approval of the 2022 County 9-1-1 Emergency System agreement

The Judiciary & Administration Committee voted 3-2 to recommend the Common Council adopt a resolution declaring a climate emergency and committing to policies opposing fossil fuel expansion. The committee also recommended approval of several ordinances and resolutions, including a ban on conversion therapy (5-1), a rezoning for a residential rental at 1001 Rose St., and a rezoning for a four-unit building on Chase Street. A rezoning at 818 Gould St. was recommended not to be adopted. All recommendations go to the Common Council on 6/9/2022.

• Recommended not adopting rezoning at 818 Gould St. (6-0)
• Recommended adopting climate emergency resolution (3-2, 1 abstention)
• Recommended adopting rezoning at 1001 Rose St. (6-0)
• Recommended adopting 2022 Joint Powers Agreement for County 9-1-1 (6-0)
• Recommended adopting conversion therapy ban as amended (5-1)
• Recommended approving added route for River Town Pedal Tours (6-0)
• Recommended adopting rezoning on Chase Street (6-0)
• Recommended adopting fireworks permitting ordinance (6-0)

City Plan Commission

The commission will consider ordinances to change zoning for properties on Rose Street, Gould Street, and Chase Street. Members will also review a resolution regarding surplus property on Onalaska Avenue and a liquor license application for 411 3rd St. S. An update on the Comprehensive Plan process is also scheduled.

• Rezoning 1001 Rose St to allow residential rental
• Rezoning 818 Gould St for personal storage and work space
• Declaring properties at 2710, 2706, and 2702 Onalaska Avenue as surplus
• Rezoning Chase Street property for a four-unit building
• Conditional use permit application for Grounded Cafe LLC

The City Plan Commission recommended adoption of a zoning change for 1001 Rose St to allow a top and bottom floor residential rental, and recommended denial of a zoning change for 818 Gould St for personal storage and work space. It also recommended declaring three Onalaska Ave properties surplus, recommended a zoning change for a four-unit building on Chase St, and approved a conditional use permit for Grounded Cafe LLC. All votes were voice votes with no recorded tallies.

• Recommended adoption of zoning change at 1001 Rose St (voice vote)
• Recommended non-adoption of zoning change at 818 Gould St (voice vote)
• Recommended adoption of surplus declaration for 2710, 2706, 2702 Onalaska Ave (voice vote)
• Recommended adoption of zoning change for Chase St parcel (voice vote, Cherf recused)
• Approved conditional use permit for Grounded Cafe LLC at 411 3rd St S (voice vote)

Board of Public Works

The Board will consider resolutions regarding the Isle La Plume Wastewater Treatment Facility and surplus properties on Onalaska Avenue. The agenda also includes reviewing a cleanup charge dispute for 449 23rd St. N. and approving various infrastructure payments.

• Resolution declaring 2710, 2706, and 2702 Onalaska Avenue as surplus property
• Approval of the 2021 Isle La Plume Wastewater Treatment Facility compliance report
• Dispute regarding cleanup charges at 449 23rd St. N.
• Payment approval for South Avenue Right-of-Way acquisitions
• Final payments for sewer repairs, curb ramp replacements, and Airport Road reconstruction

The Board of Public Works approved a request to waive a cleanup fee for the property at 449 23rd St. N., after a motion to reduce the fee by half failed. The board also recommended adoption of resolutions for the 2021 wastewater compliance report and declaring three Onalaska Avenue properties surplus, and approved several routine items including a bidder's proof of responsibility, payment list, change order, and final payments.

• Approved fee waiver for 449 23rd St. N. cleanup charge (4-1)
• Failed motion to reduce fee by half (2-3)
• Recommended adoption of 2021 CMAR for Isle La Plume Wastewater Treatment Facility
• Recommended adoption of surplus declaration for 2710, 2706, 2702 Onalaska Ave
• Approved Bidder's Proof of Responsibility
• Approved Payment List of ROW Acquisitions for South Avenue
• Approved Construction Contract Change Order
• Approved Construction Contract Final Payments

Commercial/Multi-Family Design Review Committee

The committee will review plans for a multi-family addition at 3503 Park Lane Dr. The meeting also includes a review of development plans for 2415 State Road.

• Plan review for multi-family addition at 3503 Park Lane Dr.
• Plan review for development at 2415 State Road

Redevelopment Authority

The Redevelopment Authority will review development plans for the Red Earth and Merge projects. The meeting also includes consideration of an amended Planning Option Agreement with F Street Group and a stormwater maintenance agreement for River Point District.

• Review of Long Term Stormwater Maintenance Agreement for River Point District
• Presentation and review of plans for Merge
• Presentation and review of plans for Red Earth
• Consideration of request to amend Planning Option Agreement with F Street Group
• Monthly update from WiRED Properties on River Point District

The La Crosse Redevelopment Authority approved a long-term stormwater maintenance agreement for the River Point District and extended the F Street Group Planning Option Agreement to July 31, 2022. The board also adopted the April 28, 2022 meeting minutes. Other items were presentations or updates with no formal action.

• Approved long-term stormwater maintenance agreement for River Point District (voice vote)
• Extended F Street Group Planning Option Agreement to July 31, 2022 (voice vote)
• Adopted minutes of April 28, 2022 meeting (voice vote)

Economic Development Commission - Abolished 2.9.2023

The Economic Development Commission met on May 26, 2022. The agenda included an update regarding ARPA funding for childcare and a review of facade improvement projects.

• Update on ARPA funding for childcare (22-0734)
• Review of Facade Improvement Projects (22-0736)

The Economic Development Commission met and approved the previous meeting's minutes. Staff proposed a plan to work with The Parenting Place for ARPA-funded childcare, which commissioners discussed with questions about sole sourcing and sustainability. The commission also reviewed facade improvement projects completed under the city's grant programs. No formal decisions were made on these agenda items.

• Approved previous meeting minutes (voice vote)

Heritage Preservation Commission

The Commission will review the nomination of the Charles Felber House as a Local Historic Landmark. The agenda also includes requests regarding sculpture installations and statue donations for Riverside Park. Additionally, staff will provide updates on the Lost La Crosse Project.

• Review of Certificate of Appropriateness for a proposed sculpture in Riverside Park
• Request to approve a duck statue donation for Riverside Park
• Nomination of 2326 Madison Street as a Local Historic Landmark
• Update on the Lost La Crosse Project
• Discussion regarding the 2022 Threatened and Endangered property list

The Heritage Preservation Commission approved a Certificate of Appropriateness for a proposed sculpture installation at Riverside Park's Veterans Memorial (4-1), and denied a separate statue donation request for Riverside Park (4-1). They also referred the Charles Felber House nomination for 60 days and directed staff to proceed with nominating the Trane Headquarters Building to the National Register.

• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for sculpture at Veterans Memorial (4-1)
• Denied statue donation request for Riverside Park (4-1)
• Referred Charles Felber House nomination for 60 days (5-0)
• Directed staff to proceed with Trane Headquarters Building National Register nomination (5-0)
• Approved April 28, 2022 meeting minutes (5-0)

Committee for Citizens with Disabilities

The committee will discuss the use of service animals in businesses. Members will also receive updates on the ADA Transition Survey and the upcoming July ADA Anniversary celebration.

• Discussion on service animals in businesses
• Update on ADA Transition Survey
• Update on the ADA Anniversary celebration in July

The committee discussed making downtown businesses more dog-friendly, including better signage and leash law enforcement, but took no formal action. They also reviewed the ADA Transition Survey and plan to send it for final revisions after the June meeting. The meeting was procedural with no votes or decisions made.

• No formal decisions made; discussion only on dog-friendly business initiative
• Agreed to send ADA Transition Survey for final revisions after June meeting
• Deferred ADA Anniversary celebration discussion to June meeting

City of La Crosse Diversity Equity Inclusion Team

The City of La Crosse Racial Equity Team is meeting to review and adjust survey questions. The team will also discuss ways to distribute the survey and provide updates on connections with UWL and other organizations.

• Reviewing and tweaking survey questions
• Discussing methods for survey dissemination
• Updates on assignments and organizational connections

The City of La Crosse Racial Equity Team met virtually on May 25, 2022, and approved the previous meeting's minutes. All agenda items—updates on assignments, survey question review, survey dissemination, and next steps—were discussed or noted but no action was taken on any of them. The meeting adjourned at 2:00 p.m.

• Approved previous meeting minutes (motion passed)
• No action taken on assignment updates
• No action taken on survey question changes
• No action taken on survey dissemination methods
• No action taken on next steps

Municipal Transit Utility Board

The Municipal Transit Utility Board will review the University of La Crosse Fall 2022/Spring 2023 UPASS agreement. The agenda also includes an amendment to Allied Universal Security Service and project/funding updates.

• University of La Crosse Fall 2022 / Spring 2023 Agreement
• Allied Universal Security Service Amendment
• Project/Funding Updates
• EV Bus Event

The Municipal Transit Utility Board approved two proposals: a University of La Crosse MTU UPASS Agreement for Fall 2022 through Spring/Summer 2023, and an amendment to the Allied Universal Security Service contract. Both motions passed by voice vote. The board also approved the previous meeting's minutes unanimously and received project/funding updates.

• Approved UWL MTU UPASS Agreement Fall 2022-Spring/Summer 2023 (voice vote)
• Approved Allied Universal Security Service Amendment (voice vote)
• Approved minutes of previous meeting (unanimous)

International Committee

The International Committee will discuss budget requests and receive updates regarding the Junglinster and Forde sister city relationships. The agenda also includes reports from various schools and international partners.

• 22-0708 Budget requests
• Junglinster Sister City update
• Forde Sister City update
• Riverside Gardens Expo
• Sister City and School Reports/Announcements

The meeting was largely informational, with no formal votes or binding decisions. Members discussed budget requests, Sister City updates (Junglinster, Forde, Luoyang, Epinal, etc.), and the Riverside Gardens Expo. A notable discussion involved advocacy to reinstate French programs in La Crosse schools, with plans to mobilize support.

• Approved minutes with correction for Bantry (motion by Barmore/Bald)
• Adjourned meeting (motion by DeYoe/West)

La Crosse Center Board

The La Crosse Center Board will review April 2022 financial reports and year-to-date figures. The board is also scheduled to discuss next steps for contract management. Additionally, members will consider approving April 2022 liquor invoices.

• Approval of April 25, 2022 meeting minutes
• Review of April 2022 and YTD 2022 financial reports
• Discussion on contract management next steps
• Approval of April 2022 liquor invoices
• Convention update for May 23, 2022

The La Crosse Center Board approved the April 2022 liquor invoices and the minutes from the April 25, 2022 meeting. The board also received the April financial report showing the Center $13,712.79 in the black, and discussed next steps for gathering information on contract management, including hiring consultant John Kaatz of CSL. No other formal decisions were made.

• Approved April 2022 liquor invoices (motion by Doug Farmer, second by Dave McDowell)
• Approved minutes of April 25, 2022 meeting (unanimous)

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will review construction contract payments and change orders. This includes a final payment for the Fire Station #1 remodel and updates to the Airport & Well Fiber Interconnection Project. The board will also consider a request regarding an awning at 221 Pearl Street.

• Final payment for Fire Station #1 remodel construction contract
• Request to modify subcontractors for the Airport & Well Fiber Interconnection Project
• Change orders for Carroll field and the Airport & Well Fiber Interconnection Project
• Request for an awning in the City Right of Way at 221 Pearl Street

The Board of Public Works approved all four agenda items by voice vote. These included a final payment for a construction contract, a modification to the subcontractor list for the Airport & Well Fiber Interconnection Project, construction contract change orders, and a request to place an awning in the city right of way at 221 Pearl Street, subject to building code review.

• Approved final payment for construction contract 22-0691
• Approved Steiger Construction's modified subcontractor list for Airport & Well Fiber Interconnection Project
• Approved construction contract change orders
• Approved awning in city right of way at 221 Pearl Street, subject to building code compliance

Board of Park Commissioners

The Board of Park Commissioners is reviewing several requests for alcohol use at Black River Beach Neighborhood Center and North Pavilion. The agenda also includes updates on the Parks Maintenance Plan and various landscaping projects.

• Alcohol permit requests for Black River Beach Neighborhood Center and North Pavilion
• Statue donation request for Riverside Park
• Repair request for Copeland Park North Boathouse #9
• Beautification applications for 1509 King St, 2800 Jackson St, and 3385 Peace St
• Updates on the Parks Maintenance Plan and No Mow May

The Board of Park Commissioners approved four alcohol permits for events at Black River Beach Neighborhood Center, a camp reservation, a boathouse repair, and three beautification projects. A statue donation for Riverside Park was referred to the Heritage Preservation Committee. Several items were informational only with no action taken.

• Approved alcohol permit for River City Water Ski Team event Aug 19 (voice vote)
• Approved alcohol permit for family reunion June 18 (voice vote)
• Approved alcohol permit for event June 4 (voice vote)
• Approved alcohol permit for family celebration June 4 at North Pavilion (voice vote)
• Approved Living Waters Bible Camp reservation of Black River Beach pavilions July 13 (voice vote)
• Referred duck statue donation for Riverside Park to Heritage Preservation Committee (voice vote)
• Approved repairs to Copeland Park North Boathouse #9 (voice vote)
• Approved beautification applications for 1509 King St, 2800 Jackson St, and 3385 Peace St (voice votes)

Committee for Citizens with Disabilities

The Committee for Citizens with Disabilities will discuss service animals in businesses. The meeting also includes updates on the ADA Transition Survey and the July ADA Anniversary celebration.

• Discussion on service animals in businesses
• Update on ADA Transition Survey
• Update on the ADA Anniversary celebration in July
• Approval of April 21, 2022 minutes

Climate Action Plan Steering Committee

The Climate Action Plan Steering Committee is reviewing draft actions from a May workshop. The committee will also discuss community buy-in for climate action and a resolution regarding state energy efficiency regulations.

• Support for Drift Bicycle Share
• Review of draft Climate Action Plan (CAP) actions from May workshop
• Partners in Energy outreach and engagement updates
• Discussion on community buy-in for climate action
• Resolution advocating for improvements to State energy efficiency regulations

The Climate Action Plan Steering Committee voted to recommend adoption of a resolution advocating for state energy efficiency regulations to help La Crosse reach its carbon neutrality goal. The committee also heard updates on the Drift Bicycle Share program and reviewed draft climate action plan items, but took no other formal votes.

• Recommended adoption of resolution 22-0631 on state energy efficiency regulations (voice vote, unanimous)

Police and Fire Commission

The commission will review April 2022 police and fire personnel reports. This includes appointing several officers to regular or probationary status. The meeting also addresses the fire chief recruitment process.

• Appointments of Avrie Schott, Linnea Miller, and Brooke Pataska to regular status
• Appointment of Michael Abraham, Jeremiah Boardman, Jace Morris, and Mitchell Komay as probationary officers
• April 2022 Fire Personnel Report
• Fire Chief recruitment process

The Police and Fire Commission approved the April 2022 police and fire personnel reports, granted regular status to three police officers, and appointed four new probationary police officers. The commission also convened in closed session to review Fire Chief candidates, then reconvened in open session. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved April 2022 Police Personnel Report (unanimous)
• Approved regular status for Captain Avrie Schott, Lieutenant Linnea Miller, Sergeant Brooke Pataska (unanimous)
• Approved probationary police officer appointments for Michael Abraham, Jeremiah Boardman, Jace Morris, Mitchell Komay (unanimous)
• Approved April 2022 Fire Personnel Report (unanimous)
• Convened in closed session for Fire Chief candidate review (5-0)
• Reconvened in open session (5-0)

Human Rights Commission

The Commission will determine if a fair housing complaint is actionable. The agenda also includes updates from the Racial Equity Team and discussions on civil rights department notes.

• Fair housing complaint determination (Bridget A Karl v. Dawn Susan Relax Property Management)
• Civil Rights Department subcommittee discussion
• Updates from Racial Equity Team, REACH, and Comprehensive Planning Process
• Improvements to fair housing complaint web pages
• Strategic planning for the Human Rights Commission Ordinance

The Human Rights Commission voted to dismiss a fair housing complaint filed by Bridget A Karl against Dawn Susan Relax Property Management, citing lack of evidence. The commission also discussed improvements to the fair housing complaint application and updates from the Racial Equity Team, REACH, and the comprehensive planning process.

• Dismissed fair housing complaint 22-0569 (Bridget A Karl v. Dawn Susan Relax Property Management) due to lack of evidence
• Approved minutes from previous meeting
• Discussed improvements to fair housing complaint application; staff to draft changes
• Discussed strategic planning; commissioners to submit strengths and weaknesses
• Discussed planning for town hall with elected officials

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will meet on May 16, 2022, to hear two variance appeals. These items involve requests to modify requirements for accessory structures at 3410 27th St S and 621 Rose St.

• Variance appeal regarding accessory structure height and area at 3410 27th St S
• Variance appeal regarding the 1,000 square foot aggregate area limit at 621 Rose St

The Board of Zoning Appeals denied two variance appeals for oversized detached garages. The first appeal sought multiple variances for a 1,200 sq ft garage at 3410 27th St S, and the second sought a variance for a 1,608 sq ft garage at 621 Rose St. Both motions to deny carried 4-0, with one member absent.

• Denied variance appeal 2661 for 1,200 sq ft garage at 3410 27th St S (4-0)
• Denied variance appeal 2662 for 1,608 sq ft garage at 621 Rose St (4-0)

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will consider the sale of property located at 717 Wall Street. The agenda also includes requests for street banner permits, landscaping plan approvals, and a new no-parking zone.

• Sale of property at 717 Wall Street
• Temporary street privilege permit for banners on 3rd and 4th Streets
• Approval of landscaping plans for 232 6th St N
• Establishment of a No Parking Zone on the 2400 block of 16th Street South

The Board of Public Works approved all agenda items, including the sale of city-owned property at 717 Wall Street to the Olson proposal, subject to title work and other conditions administered by the Planning Department. The board also approved a temporary street privilege permit for Downtown Mainstreet to hang banners, landscaping plans for 232 6th St N, a no parking zone on 16th Street South, and a bidder's proof of responsibility. All votes were unanimous by voice vote.

• Approved sale of property at 717 Wall Street to Olson proposal, subject to title work (voice vote)
• Approved temporary street privilege permit for Downtown Mainstreet banners on 3rd and 4th Streets (voice vote)
• Approved landscaping plans for 232 6th St N (voice vote)
• Established no parking zone on 2400 block of 16th Street South (voice vote)
• Approved bidder's proof of responsibility (voice vote)
• Approved minutes of May 9, 2022 (voice vote)