De Pere public meetings in 2022

License Committee

The License Committee will meet to discuss a request from Kayla Mallo to appeal the denial of her Operator Application. The committee will also review minutes from a previous meeting.

• Appeal request by Kayla Mallo regarding denial of Operator Application

The committee upheld the denial of an operator application after the requestor failed to appear. The committee also approved the minutes from the October 18, 2022 meeting.

• Approved October 18, 2022 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Upheld denial of Kayla Mallo's Operator Application (Unanimous)

Common Council

The Common Council will hold a public hearing to consider repealing the Sign Ordinance and Zoning Ordinance to enact a new consolidated Zoning Ordinance and Official Zoning Map. The body will also review community service grants and various municipal contracts and fee updates.

• Public hearing on Ordinance #22-13 to repeal Chapter 98 (Sign Ordinance) and reenact Chapter 14 (Zoning Ordinance) and the Zoning District Map
• Resolution #22-99 for a $350,000 promissory note for temporary borrowing for public purposes
• Resolution #22-95 granting a planning option to purchase to Musket Corporation (Venture Avenue; Parcel WD-D0076)
• Consideration of community service grants for Sleep in Heavenly Peace, Master Gardeners Association, VFW Post 2113, and Lovin' the Skin I'm In
• Resolution #22-96 for an onsite services agreement with Bellin Business & Community Health for city employees

The Council unanimously approved a comprehensive overhaul of the zoning and sign ordinances, including a new official zoning district map. Other key actions included approving community grants, updating building maintenance codes, and authorizing a $350,000 promissory note for public purposes.

• Adopted Ordinance #22-13 repealing the Sign Ordinance and reenacting the Zoning Ordinance (Unanimous)
• Adopted the official December 2022 Zoning Map (Unanimous)
• Approved $2,400 in community service grants split evenly among four projects (Unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance #22-14 regarding Building and Property Maintenance Code (Unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution #22-95 granting a purchase option to Musket Corporation (Unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution #22-99 for a $350,000 temporary borrowing promissory note (Unanimous)
• Approved IT Cybersecurity Software Contract (Unanimous)
• Approved ending emergency paid leave for COVID-19 absences (Unanimous)

Historic Preservation Commission

The commission is discussing an update on the historic walking tour and considering a Gant chart that outlines seven projects for 2023. Members will also decide whether to switch to a bi-monthly meeting schedule for the coming year.

• Discussion and update on the historic walking tour
• Consideration of a Gant chart identifying seven projects for 2023
• Possible action to change meeting frequency to a bi-monthly basis in 2023

The Commission approved a new meeting schedule for 2023 and accepted a Gant Chart outlining seven projects for the coming year. Members discussed the historic walking tour app and project assignments.

• Approved minutes of October 17, 2022 meeting (Unanimous)
• Adopted Gant Chart identifying seven projects for 2023 (Unanimous)
• Adopted bi-monthly meeting schedule for 2023, meeting in even-numbered months (Unanimous)

Police & Fire Commission

The Police and Fire Commission will meet to confirm an appointment to the position of Police Sergeant. The body may also enter a closed session to discuss the employment of public personnel.

• Confirmation of appointment to position of Police Sergeant

The Commission appointed Michael Vandenbush and Chad Watterud to the position of Patrol Sergeant following a closed session. The minutes from the November 17, 2022, meeting were also adopted.

• Appointed Michael Vandenbush and Chad Watterud to the position of Patrol Sergeant
• Adopted November 17, 2022, meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Board of Park Commissioners

The Board of Park Commissioners will discuss allocating $41,922 in beer garden revenue to the Nelson Family Pavilion and review proposed rental fee and policy updates for the Community Center. The board will also consider a request to provide staffing for the East River Water Trail project.

• Proposed allocation of $41,922 from Beer Garden revenue to the Nelson Family Pavilion
• Proposed Community Center rental changes: eliminating full day rates, increasing game room deposits to $100, and ending rentals at 11:00 pm
• Request for 40-100 hours of staff time for the Brown County East River Water Trail project
• Proposed donation of a park bench and little library (approx. $800 value) from De Pere Lions Club for Lions Trailside Park
• Draft RFP for Comprehensive Plan Update

The Board approved $40,000 for Legion Pool repairs and updated Community Center rental policies to include a 5% fee increase and the elimination of full-day rentals. They also approved a draft RFP for the Comprehensive Plan update and accepted donations for Lion’s Trailside Park. A request for staff support for the East River rehabilitation project was referred back to staff for legal drafting.

• Approved $40,000 for repairs to Legion Pool (Unanimous)
• Approved revised Community Center rental policies, including 5% fee increase (Unanimous)
• Approved draft RFP for Comprehensive Plan update (Unanimous)
• Approved allocating beer garden proceeds to the Nelson Family Pavilion (Unanimous)
• Approved replacing The Preserve sign with the 2019 model sign (Unanimous)
• Accepted donation of a bench and little library for Lion’s Trailside Park (Unanimous)
• Referred East River rehabilitation staff support request back to staff and legal (Unanimous)
• Approved November 17, 2022 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Sustainability Commission

The Sustainability Commission will discuss a proposed Clean Air Ordinance and review a presentation from Greener Bay Compost regarding a potential public-private partnership. The body will also discuss the 2023 budget and winter salt use.

• Consideration and possible action on Clean Air Ordinance
• Presentation by Greener Bay Compost on composting services and subsidies
• Discussion of sustainable practices in the City's 2023 Budget
• Discussion of winter salt use for driveways and sidewalks
• Discussion of Commission vacancy

The commission approved the October 11, 2022 meeting minutes. Members discussed composting, the 2023 budget, and winter salt use. No action was taken on the Clean Air Ordinance, though members proposed shifting it to a voluntary idling awareness campaign.

• Approved October 11, 2022 meeting minutes (5-0-1)

Finance/Personnel Committee

The committee will discuss police and fire department overtime reports and a planning option request for a manufacturing site in the West Industrial Park. Other items include cybersecurity software, municipal code amendments, and an agreement with Bellin Health.

• Planning option request for Parcel WD-D0076 (West Industrial Park) for a Musket Corporation manufacturing building
• Approval of IT Cybersecurity Software Contract
• Amendments to De Pere Municipal Code Chapter 94 Building and Property Maintenance Code
• Updated agreement with Bellin Health for onsite services
• Request to waive fees for destruction of noxious weeds at 2348 Indy Court

The Finance/Personnel Committee approved a 270-day planning option for a 5.3-acre parcel in the West Industrial Park for a manufacturing facility. The committee also approved several administrative reports, IT security software, and personnel compensation adjustments.

• Approved planning option for Parcel WD-D0076 for a diesel exhaust fluid manufacturing facility (Unanimous)
• Approved IT Cybersecurity Software Contract (Unanimous)
• Denied request to waive noxious weed destruction fees at 2348 Indy Court (Unanimous)
• Approved ending Emergency Paid Leave Time for COVID-19 absences effective January 1 (Unanimous)
• Approved 2023 Classification and Compensation Appeal Recommendation using over $3,000 from unassigned reserves (Unanimous)
• Approved 2022 short term note for $350,000 (Unanimous)
• Approved updated agreement with Bellin Health for onsite services (Unanimous)
• Approved Municipal On-Line Access Agreement with Brown County (Unanimous)

Common Council

The Common Council will discuss a draft zoning ordinance and map and consider a preliminary plat for a residential development. The body will also review facade improvement grants and a contractor agreement for wellness classes.

• Preliminary plat for The Kingston Preserve (82 lots and 7 outlots) at 2000 BLK Lawrence DR
• Facade improvement grants for 407 Main Avenue and 409 Main Avenue
• Contractor agreement with Inner Dimensions Wellness, LLC for meditation and fusion classes
• Request for Brown County to share sales and use tax revenue
• Drop-in player pass for adult basketball

The Common Council approved a preliminary plat for a new residential development and authorized grant disbursements for two facade improvement projects. The council also adopted a resolution requesting sales and use tax revenue sharing from Brown County.

• Approved 82 lot and 7 outlot preliminary plat of The Kingston Preserve at 2000 BLK Lawrence DR as amended (Unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution #22-91 for facade improvement grant at 407 Main Avenue (Unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution #22-92 for facade improvement grant at 409 Main Avenue (Unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution #22-93 for Inner Dimensions Wellness, LLC contractor agreement (Unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution #22-94 requesting Brown County to share sales and use tax revenue (Unanimous)
• Approved adult basketball drop-in player pass (Unanimous)
• Approved November 15, 2022 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Approved vouchers (Unanimous)

Plan Commission

The Plan Commission is considering a preliminary plat for The Kingston Preserve residential development. The body will also review a draft Zoning Ordinance and Zoning Map for recommendation to the Common Council.

• Preliminary plat for The Kingston Preserve: 82 lots and 7 outlots at 2000 BLK Lawrence DR
• Proposed repeal and replacement of Municipal Code Chapter 14 (Zoning Ordinance)
• Proposed repeal and replacement of Municipal Code Chapter 98 (Sign Ordinance)
• Proposed replacement of the official Zoning Map
• Discussion of a new Zoning Code including design standards, signage, and landscaping

The Plan Commission voted to replace the city's zoning and sign ordinances and the zoning map. The commission also approved a preliminary plat for a new residential development. These items were forwarded to the Common Council for final action.

• Approved 82 lot and 7 outlot preliminary plat of The Kingston Preserve at 2000 BLK Lawrence DR (Unanimous)
• Approved repeal and replacement of Municipal Code Chapters 14 (Zoning Ordinance) and 98 (Sign Ordinance) with a new Chapter 14 (Unanimous)
• Approved repeal and replacement of the Zoning Map with a new Zoning Map (Unanimous)
• Approved minutes of the November 9, 2022 Special Plan Commission meeting (Unanimous)

Board of Park Commissioners

The Board of Park Commissioners will meet to discuss a contractual agreement with Inner Dimensions Wellness LLC and a drop-in player pass for adult basketball. The board will also receive a status update on the technical design of the Nelson Family Pavilion.

• Contractual agreement with Inner Dimensions Wellness LLC
• Drop-in player pass for adult basketball
• Status update on Nelson Family Pavilion technical design

The Board of Park Commissioners approved a contractual agreement with Inner Dimensions Wellness LLC and a drop-in player pass for adult basketball. Staff reported that the Nelson Foundation increased its donation for the Nelson Family Pavilion to $750,000.

• Approved October 20, 2022 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Approved contractual agreement with Inner Dimensions Wellness LLC (Unanimous)
• Approved drop-in player pass for adult basketball (Unanimous)

Police & Fire Commission

The Police and Fire Commission will meet to discuss and potentially take action on firefighter candidates. The body is scheduled to review the creation of a firefighter eligibility list and the confirmation of a firefighter appointment.

• Creation of Firefighter Eligibility List
• Confirmation of appointment to the position of Firefighter

The Police and Fire Commission appointed Delbert Zuleger and Anthony Engebos to the position of Firefighter. The Commission also approved placing five candidates on the Firefighter eligibility list.

• Approved minutes of October 20, 2022 meeting (Unanimous)
• Placed five candidates on the Firefighter eligibility list
• Appointed Delbert Zuleger to the position of Firefighter
• Appointed Anthony Engebos to the position of Firefighter

Common Council

The Common Council will conduct public hearings regarding the proposed 2023 calendar year budget and a request to rezone property at the 2000 block of Lawrence Drive for single-family residential use. The body will also consider several contracts for city services and park improvements.

• Public hearing for rezoning Parcels WD-D0034 and WD-D0035 at 2000 Blk Lawrence Dr to R-1 PDD
• Public hearing and approval of the proposed 2023 Budget and Tax Levy (Resolution #22-87)
• Acceptance of a $10,968 donation from De Pere Baseball for diamond improvements
• Agreement for garbage and recycling dumpster collection services with GFL Environmental Services USA, Inc. (2023-2025)
• Amendment to the Solid Waste Management Services Agreement with Brown County

The Common Council unanimously approved the 2023 budget, which includes a 5.1% property tax levy increase and a proposed mill rate of $5.85 per $1,000. The council also approved a rezoning request and a 4-lot survey map for property on Lawrence Drive.

• Adopted 2023 Budget and Resolution #22-87 Tax Levy (Unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance #22-11 rezoning 200 Block Lawrence Drive to R-1 PDD (Unanimous)
• Approved 4-lot certified survey map at 2000 BLK Lawrence DR (Unanimous)
• Accepted $10,968 donation from De Pere Baseball for diamond improvements (Unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution #22-90 for GFL Environmental Services garbage and recycling collection 2023-2025 (Unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution #22-88 amending Solid Waste Management Services Agreement with Brown County (Unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution #22-89 extending consulting agreement with Robert E. Lee and Associates, Inc. (Unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance #22-12 amending traffic regulations for Schedule G Parking (Unanimous)

Board of Health

The Board of Health will receive updates on current health department programs, including COVID-19 vaccination clinics and revisions to the department's website and brochures. The board will also review a communicable disease report and community outreach activities.

• Update on COVID-19 vaccination clinics, including a plan for two clinics per month in 2023
• Communicable disease report covering 8/1/2022 through 11/1/2022
• Review of Health Department community outreach activities from August to October 2022
• Approval of August 8, 2022, meeting minutes
• Determination of 2023 Board of Health meeting dates

The Board approved the minutes from the August 8, 2022, meeting and established four meeting dates for 2023. The board received updates on COVID-19 vaccination clinics, community outreach, and communicable disease reports.

• Approved August 8, 2022, meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Set 2023 meeting dates for February 13, May 1, August 14, and November 13

Business Improvement District Board

The Business Improvement District Board is meeting to review the Definitely De Pere 2021 annual report and financial statements. The board will also consider the 2023 BID Operating Plan, which requires City Council approval.

• Consideration of the 2023 BID Operating Plan
• Review of Definitely De Pere 2021 Annual Report and Financial Statement

The Board approved the 2023 BID Operating Plan, including a new action item to leverage traffic from the Mulva Cultural Center. The plan proposes increasing the BID assessment from $1.75 to $2.00 per $1,000 of assessed value and raising the cap from $1,950 to $3,000. The plan was forwarded to the Common Council for final approval.

• Approved October 20, 2022 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Approved 2023 BID Operating Plan with Mulva Center action item (Unanimous)

Plan Commission

The Plan Commission will meet to discuss and accept public comments regarding the city's proposed draft Zoning Code. The discussion will focus on zoning districts, maps, design standards, signage, landscaping, and parking.

• Discussion of proposed DRAFT Zoning Code
• Review of design standards for mixed-use and commercial & employment districts
• Review of proposed zoning map and districts
• Discussion of signage, landscaping, and parking/access standards

The commission discussed the draft Zoning Code, including zoning districts, signage, landscaping, and parking. Staff presented recommended revisions for typos and requirement changes. No final vote on the code was taken; a recommendation to Council is scheduled for November 28, 2022.

• Approved minutes of October 24, 2022 meeting (Unanimous)

Finance/Personnel Committee

The Finance/Personnel Committee will review October 2022 overtime reports for the police and fire departments. The body will also consider a software subscription purchase and increases to city credit card limits.

• Purchase of a lifetime Digital Juice subscription for $249
• October 2022 Police Overtime Report (expenditures through 10/31/2022 reached 112% of budget)
• October 2022 Fire Department Overtime and LifeQuest Services Billing Reports
• Various credit limit increases for City credit cards
• September 2022 City of De Pere Investments and Cash Detail report

The Finance/Personnel Committee approved several departmental overtime reports and a digital subscription. The committee also authorized credit limit increases for city credit cards and reviewed the city's cash and investment balances.

• Approved October 2022 Fire Department overtime and LifeQuest billing reports (Unanimous)
• Approved October 2022 Police overtime report (Unanimous)
• Approved purchase of Digital Juice subscription (Unanimous)
• Approved credit limit increases for city credit cards and police department card restructuring (Unanimous)
• Approved September 2022 Investments and Cash Detail report (Unanimous)
• Approved October 11, 2022 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will discuss several service agreements, including a waste management amendment with Brown County and a new dumpster collection contract. The board is also reviewing parking changes on Reid Street and policies for cluster mailboxes and sidewalk repairs.

• Brown County Solid Waste Management Services Agreement Amendment #1
• Dumpster collection services proposals from GFL Environmental, Inc. and Waste Management
• Second Amendment to 2021 Agreement for 2023 Consulting Services
• Reid Street parking changes
• City of De Pere Cluster Mailbox Unit Informational Guide and Policy

The Board approved a waste management agreement amendment, a dumpster collection contract with GFL Environmental, and consulting services with Robert E. Lee and Associates. It also authorized online sales of overflow tags with a price increase and approved new parking restrictions on Reid Street and a policy for cluster mailbox units.

• Approved Brown County Solid Waste Management Services Agreement Amendment #1 (4-0)
• Approved three-year dumpster collection contract with GFL Environmental (4-0)
• Approved second amendment to 2021 agreement for 2023 consulting services with Robert E. Lee and Associates (4-0)
• Approved online sales of overflow tags and price increase from $2 to $3 per tag (4-0)
• Approved Reid Street parking changes (4-0)
• Approved City of De Pere Cluster Mailbox Unit Informational Guide and Policy (4-0)
• No action taken on request to review sidewalk repair program requirements

Common Council

The Common Council will hold a public hearing regarding the local historic structure designation of the George E. Bowman House. The body will also consider a plat for a subdivision in the Town of Lawrence and the appointment of a City Attorney.

• Public hearing for local historic designation of the George E. Bowman House (Parcel ED-139) at 933 Oakdale Av.
• Recommendation to approve a 3 lot preliminary extraterritorial plat of Shady Court Subdivision at 2400 BLK Little Rapids RD
• Confirmation of appointment of Anthony Wachewicz to City Attorney

The Common Council confirmed the appointment of the City Attorney and designated a local historic structure. The council also approved a preliminary extraterritorial plat for a subdivision in the Town of Lawrence.

• Designated George E. Bowman House at 933 Oakdale Av. as a local historic structure (Unanimous)
• Approved 3 lot preliminary extraterritorial plat of Shady Court Subdivision (Unanimous)
• Confirmed appointment of Anthony Wachewicz as City Attorney (Unanimous)
• Approved October 18, 2022 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Approved vouchers (Unanimous)

Redevelopment Authority

The Redevelopment Authority is meeting to discuss facade grant requests for two properties on Main Avenue. These requests require City Council approval if recommended.

• Facade grant request for 407 Main Ave (Parcel WD-885) submitted by Shanna and Lance Koltz for up to $10,000
• Facade grant request for 409 Main Ave (Parcel WD-886) submitted by Shanna and Lance Koltz
• Approval of February 28, 2022 meeting minutes

The Redevelopment Authority approved two separate facade grant requests for properties at 407 and 409 Main Avenue. Both requests were approved for amounts not to exceed $10,000 each and will be forwarded to the Common Council for final approval.

• Approved February 28, 2022 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Approved facade grant for 407 Main Ave not to exceed $10,000 (Unanimous)
• Approved facade grant for 409 Main Ave not to exceed $10,000 (Unanimous)

Plan Commission

The Plan Commission will review several development proposals, including a rezoning request for a single-family residential district. The body will also consider site plans for a new apartment complex and an office/warehouse expansion.

• Rezoning of 2000 BLK Lawrence DR from Corporate-Executive Office to Single Family Residence District (R-1 PDD)
• Site plan for a 33,440 SF four-building apartment complex at 300 BLK Willie Mays Ct
• Site plan for a 27,680 SF office and warehouse addition at 2257 American BL
• 4 lot certified survey map at 2000 BLK Lawrence DR
• 3 lot preliminary extraterritorial plat of Shady Court Subdivision at 2400 BLK Little Rapids RD

The Plan Commission unanimously approved a rezoning request for the 2000 block of Lawrence Drive and a site plan for a new apartment complex on Willie Mays Court. The board also approved a site plan for an office and warehouse expansion on American Boulevard and a preliminary plat for a subdivision in the Town of Lawrence.

• Approved rezoning 2000 BLK Lawrence DR from C-EO to R-1 PDD (Unanimous)
• Approved 4 lot certified survey map at 2000 BLK Lawrence DR (Unanimous)
• Approved 3 lot preliminary extraterritorial plat of Shady Court Subdivision (Unanimous)
• Approved site plan for office and warehouse addition at 2257 American BLV (Unanimous)
• Approved site plan for four-building apartment complex at 300 BLK Willie Mays CI (Unanimous)
• Adopted September 26, 2022 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Police & Fire Commission

The Police and Fire Commission will meet to discuss the confirmation of an appointment for the position of Battalion Chief. The body may convene in closed session to discuss the employment of the public person involved.

• Confirmation of appointment to position of Battalion Chief

The Police and Fire Commission unanimously approved the minutes from the August 18, 2022 meeting, then convened in closed session to discuss employment. After reconvening in open session, the Commission voted to appoint Ronald Cody to the position of Battalion Chief. No public comment was received.

• Approved minutes of August 18, 2022 meeting (unanimous)
• Appointed Ronald Cody to Battalion Chief position (motion by Jayme Sellen, seconded by Eric Dunning, carried)

Business Improvement District Board

The Business Improvement District Board is meeting to elect officers and review a summary report comparing De Pere to benchmark communities. The board will also discuss proposed activities, priority projects, and the BID assessment for 2023.

• Annual election of officers
• Review of Downtown De Pere BID Summary Report and benchmark community comparisons
• Discussion of 2023 Proposed Activities and Priority Projects
• Discussion of 2023 Business Improvement District Assessment

The Business Improvement District Board discussed a proposed $0.25 per $1,000 increase in the BID assessment rate for 2023, raising it from $1.75 to $2.00, along with raising the cap to $3,000 and eliminating the cap for multiple property owners. No formal action was taken; the item was only discussed. The board also unanimously approved the minutes from December 2021 and elected officers for the coming year.

• Approved minutes of December 14, 2021 meeting (unanimous)
• Elected Tom Gavic as Chair (unanimous)
• Elected Rich Starry as Vice Chair (unanimous)
• Elected Larry Delo as Secretary/Treasurer (unanimous)
• Discussed 2023 proposed activities and priority projects (no formal action)
• Discussed 2023 BID assessment increase proposal (no formal action)

Board of Park Commissioners

The Board of Park Commissioners will discuss several park improvements, including the conceptual design and cost estimate for the Nelson Family Pavilion. The board is also considering contracts for wellness services and various sponsorship plans.

• Approval of Nelson Family Pavilion conceptual design and estimate
• Contractual agreement with Inner Dimensions Wellness, LLC
• Selection of colors for the Kelly Danen Playground
• Application for America in Bloom/Canadian National Railroad EcoConnexions grant
• First quarter financial statements for the De Pere Ice Arena

The Board of Park Commissioners approved a park rental agreement for the 'Rock the Dock' event at Voyageur Park on August 19, 2023, after hearing from organizers. The board also approved a $10,968 donation from De Pere Baseball for diamond improvements at Gandrud Field, selected Honeysuckle as the color for the Kelly Danen Park playground equipment, and approved the Nelson Family Pavilion conceptual design. A contractual agreement with Inner Dimensions Wellness, LLC was referred back to staff, and a grant application for America in Bloom was declined.

• Approved minutes from September 15, 2022 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved donation of one family pool membership for 2023 Snowman Photo Contest grand prize (unanimous)
• Accepted $10,968 donation from De Pere Baseball for diamond improvements at Gandrud Field, Southwest Park (unanimous)
• Approved Voyageur Park rental for Rock the Dock on August 19, 2023 (unanimous)
• Approved Honeysuckle color palette for new playground equipment at Kelly Danen Park (unanimous)
• Approved Nelson Family Pavilion conceptual design and cost estimate (unanimous)
• Referred contractual agreement with Inner Dimensions Wellness, LLC back to staff (unanimous)
• Declined to pursue America in Bloom/Canadian National Railroad EcoConnexions grant (0-6)

License Committee

The License Committee will meet to discuss a dual license application for a business at 201 James St. The committee will also review and approve minutes from the October 4, 2022 meeting.

• Class 'B' Fermented Malt Beverage and Class 'B' Intoxicating Liquor License application for Nuks Thai, LLC (DBA Nuks Thai Cuisine and Executive Suites) at 201 James St.

The License Committee unanimously approved a Class B fermented malt beverage license and a Class B intoxicating liquor license for Nuks Thai, LLC, doing business as Nuks Thai Cuisine and Executive Suites at 201 James St. The meeting also included unanimous approval of the previous meeting's minutes and adjournment after about two minutes with no public comment or future agenda items.

• Approved Class B fermented malt beverage and intoxicating liquor license for Nuks Thai, LLC at 201 James St. (3-0)
• Approved minutes of October 4, 2022 License Committee meeting (3-0)

Common Council

The Common Council will consider a conditional use permit for a 135-foot wireless telecommunication facility. The body will also discuss city attorney contracting, benefit renewals, and updates to traffic and waste ordinances.

• Public hearing for a cell tower at 747 Heritage Rd (Parcel ED-F0103-2)
• Funding up to $2,263.00 for Mayor Boyd to travel to Amal, Sweden
• Contracting with von Briesen & Roper, s.c. for Interim City Attorney Services
• Funding not to exceed $3,000.00 for outside counsel from Stafford Rosenbaum
• Liquor license application for Nuks Thai, LLC at 201 James St

The Common Council unanimously adopted Resolution #22-85, authorizing a conditional use permit for a wireless telecommunications facility (cell tower) on parcel ED-F0103-2 at 747 Heritage Road. The permit was recommended for approval by the Plan Commission with conditions including landscaping and a wood fence instead of barbed wire. All other agenda items — including travel funding for a sister city delegation, 2023 benefit renewal, a second driveway policy, liquor licenses, interim city attorney services, two ordinance amendments, a BID board appointment, voucher approvals, a claim disallowance, and outside counsel funding — were also approved unanimously. Alderperson Raasch was excused from the meeting.

• Approved conditional use permit for cell tower at 747 Heritage Rd (7-0)
• Approved up to $2,263 for Mayor Boyd's sister city travel to Sweden (7-0)
• Approved 2023 benefit renewal and plan design changes (7-0)
• Approved incorporating Second Driveway Policy into new zoning code (7-0)
• Approved Class B beer and liquor licenses for Nuks Thai Cuisine at 201 James St (7-0)
• Approved contracting with von Briesen & Roper for interim city attorney services (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance #22-09 amending parking regulations and Ordinance #22-10 on solid waste collection (7-0 each)
• Approved up to $3,000 for outside counsel from Stafford Rosenbaum (7-0)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission is reviewing a request to designate the George E. Bowman House at 933 Oakdale AV as a local historic structure. The body will also discuss the removal of damaged Heritage signs and a 2023 project work plan.

• Possible local historic designation of the George E. Bowman House at 933 Oakdale AV
• Proposed removal of two Heritage signs at 400 BLK N Broadway ST and one at 900 BLK N Broadway ST
• Creation of a scheduled work plan for 2023 projects
• Welcoming of new member Noah Tetzner

The De Pere Historic Preservation Commission voted 5-0 to locally designate the George E. Bowman House at 933 Oakdale Avenue as a local historic structure, with Commissioner Gene Hackbarth (the homeowner) abstaining. The commission also voted unanimously to direct staff to request WisDOT remove three cracked and faded Heritage signs on North Broadway Street. A scheduled work plan for 2023 projects was approved unanimously, including historic district signage and a historic walking tour.

• Adopted local historic designation for George E. Bowman House at 933 Oakdale Avenue (5-0, Hackbarth abstaining)
• Adopted motion to direct staff to request WisDOT remove three Heritage signs on N Broadway Street (unanimous)
• Adopted 2023 scheduled work plan including historic district signage and walking tour (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of August 15, 2022 meeting (unanimous)

Finance/Personnel Committee

The Finance/Personnel Committee will review police and fire overtime reports and city investment data. The body is considering funding for the Mayor's travel to Sweden and updates to the 2023 benefit renewal and plan design.

• Request for up to $2,263.00 from unassigned reserves for Mayor Boyd to travel to Amal, Sweden
• 2023 Benefit Renewal and Plan Design Changes
• September 2022 Police Overtime Report
• September 2022 Fire Department Overtime and LifeQuest Services Billing Reports
• August 2022 city investments and cash detail report

The Finance/Personnel Committee unanimously approved the 2023 benefit renewal and plan design changes, including a 5% health premium increase, addition of Behavioral Health services to Teledoc, and annual dental enrollment. They also approved Mayor Boyd's travel to Sweden for a Sister City delegation with up to $2,263 from reserves, and accepted the September overtime reports and August cash/investment report. All items were adopted unanimously.

• Approved September Fire Department Overtime and LifeQuest Services Billing Reports (unanimous)
• Approved September Police Overtime Report (unanimous)
• Approved Mayor Boyd's travel to Amal, Sweden for Sister City delegation, up to $2,263 from unassigned reserves (unanimous)
• Approved 2023 Benefit Renewal and Plan Design Changes, including 5% health premium increase and EAP expansion to elected officials (unanimous)
• Received and filed August 2022 Cash and Investment Summary report (unanimous)

Sustainability Commission

The Sustainability Commission will discuss updates to its own governing ordinance and a proposed Clean Air Ordinance. The body will also review a scoresheet regarding the city's participation in the Green Tier Legacy Community Program.

• Possible action on Municipal Ordinance Sec. 10-19 regarding the Sustainability Commission
• Possible action on a Clean Air Ordinance
• Update on Sustainability Strategies Scoresheet for the Green Tier Legacy Community Program
• Review of September 13, 2022 meeting minutes

The De Pere Sustainability Commission voted unanimously to hold monthly meetings beginning January 2023, replacing the previous minimum of four meetings per year. The commission also unanimously approved the September 13, 2022 meeting minutes and tabled a proposed Clean Air Ordinance until the December 13, 2022 meeting. Members discussed the Green Tier Legacy Program sustainability scoresheet and potential ordinance changes to allow working groups of up to two members.

• Approved September 13, 2022 meeting minutes unanimously
• Adopted monthly meetings starting January 2023 unanimously
• Tabled Clean Air Ordinance until December 13, 2022 meeting unanimously

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will consider updates to waste collection timing and sidewalk snow removal rates. The meeting includes discussions on a private offer to fund electric vehicle charging stations and proposed parking changes for the 400 block of Reid Street and Main Avenue.

• Request from Devin Gillman to financially assist the city with electric vehicle charging stations
• Proposed parking changes for 400 Block Reid Street and Main Avenue District
• Proposed policy for second driveways
• Timing, frequency, and volume for overflow garbage and recycling collections
• 2022-2023 Sidewalk Snow & Ice Removal Rates

The Board of Public Works approved a parking plan for the 400 Block Reid Street and Main Avenue District, including ADA, 3-hour, long-term, and private stalls, with the exception of time limits on handicap parking. They also adopted a policy eliminating second driveways, established a 5-bag limit for quarterly overflow collections, amended city code for a new common collection district, and approved 2022-2023 sidewalk snow and ice removal rates. A request to financially assist with electric vehicle charging stations was discussed but no action was taken.

• Approved parking plan for 400 Block Reid Street and Main Avenue District (5-0)
• Approved policy eliminating second driveways (5-0)
• Established 5-bag (13 gallon) limit for quarterly overflow collections in January, April, July, October (5-0)
• Amended De Pere Municipal Code Sec. 82-12 for new common collection district (5-0)
• Approved 2022-2023 sidewalk snow and ice removal rates (5-0)
• Approved September 12, 2022 meeting minutes (5-0)

Finance/Personnel Committee

The Finance/Personnel Committee is meeting to conduct a study session for the draft 2023 Executive Budget. The session involves reviewing proposed expenditures and revenues across city departments, including General Government, Public Safety, and Public Works.

• Proposed 2023 City Council program cost of $95,008
• Proposed 2023 Municipal Court program cost of $123,612
• Proposed $13,200 for City Council grants and donations
• Proposed $8,000 for City Council memberships and subscriptions
• Proposed $1,200 for alderperson training seminars and conferences

Common Council

The Common Council will discuss development agreements for a single-family housing project and a property sale to One Source Technologies, Inc. The body will also review a plan for storage condos and various park donations.

• Resolution #22-83: Agreement with Bungalow Holdings, LLC for 'The Bungalows of De Pere' housing development
• Resolution #22-84: Development agreement for property sale to One Source Technologies, Inc. (Parcel ED-2382)
• Amended Precise Implementation Plan for 13 building Phase 2-3 storage condos at 701 Millennium CT
• Donation of two premier goals valued at $15,000 from WI United FC for Southwest Park
• Class 'B' Fermented Malt Beverage License application for De Pere Deacons Hockey Team, Inc.

The Common Council unanimously approved an amended precise implementation plan for a 13-building storage condominium development at 701 Millennium Court. The Council also adopted development agreements for a single-family housing project and a property sale to One Source Technologies. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved amended precise implementation plan for 13-building storage condos at 701 Millennium Court (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution #22-83 authorizing agreement for 'The Bungalows of De Pere' single-family housing development (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution #22-84 authorizing development agreement for sale of property to One Source Technologies (unanimous)
• Accepted $250 donation from Pink Flamingos to Recreation Scholarship Fund (unanimous)
• Accepted $300 donation from Pink Flamingos for chalk liner at Legion Park ball diamond (unanimous)
• Accepted $800 donation from WI United FC for grass seed and overseeding soccer fields at Southwest Park (unanimous)
• Accepted donation of two premier goals valued at $15,000 from WI United FC for Southwest Park Field 1 (unanimous)
• Approved Class B fermented malt beverage license for De Pere Deacons Hockey Team at 1450 Ft. Howard Ave. (unanimous)

License Committee

The License Committee is meeting to consider two applications that require City Council approval. The body will review a new beverage license request and a change of agent for a local business.

• Class "B" Fermented Malt Beverage License application for De Pere Deacons Hockey Team, Inc. at 1450 Ft. Howard Ave.
• Application for Change of Agent for Walgreens #15637 at 150 S. Wisconsin St.

The License Committee approved a Class B fermented malt beverage license for De Pere Deacons Hockey Team, Inc. at 1450 Ft. Howard Ave., and approved a change of agent for Walgreens #15637. Both decisions were unanimous. No public comment was received.

• Approved Class B fermented malt beverage license for De Pere Deacons Hockey Team, Inc. (unanimous)
• Approved change of agent for Walgreens #15637 (unanimous)

Plan Commission

The Plan Commission will review several site plans and permit applications, including a multi-phase storage condo project and a new wireless facility. The body will also consider a site plan for a new bank and an office/warehouse building.

• Amended Precise Implementation Plan for 13 storage condo buildings at 701 Millennium CT
• Conditional use permit and site plan for a 135-foot cell tower at 747 Heritage RD
• Site plan for a 23,691 SF three-story bank at 1225 Lawrence DR
• Site plan for an 11,190 SF one-story office and warehouse at 2051 Profit PL

The De Pere Plan Commission unanimously approved an amended Precise Implementation Plan for Phases 2 and 3 of a storage condominium development at 701 Millennium Court. The commission also approved a conditional use permit and site plan for a new 135-foot cell tower at 747 Heritage Road, a site plan for a three-story bank at 1225 Lawrence Drive, and a site plan for a one-story office and warehouse at 2051 Profit Place, all with conditions.

• Approved amended Precise Implementation Plan for 13-building storage condo phases 2-3 at 701 Millennium Ct (unanimous)
• Approved conditional use permit for new wireless cell tower at 747 Heritage Rd (unanimous)
• Approved site plan for 135-foot cell tower at 747 Heritage Rd (unanimous)
• Approved site plan for three-story 23,691 SF bank with 109 parking stalls at 1225 Lawrence Dr (unanimous)
• Approved site plan for one-story 11,190 SF office/warehouse at 2051 Profit Pl with conditions including landscaping and expansion plan (unanimous)

Common Council

The Common Council will discuss creating an employee referral program and various fire department requests. The body will also consider whether to cancel the replacement of the clock tower at 3rd Street and Main Avenue.

• Proposed $500 bonus for employees who refer hired candidates
• Recommendation to take no action on the Clock Tower Replacement at 3rd Street and Main Avenue
• Expenditure of $7,233 for police equipment including radar and breath testers
• Acceptance of a $1,000 donation from Renaissance Assisted Living for the Fire Department
• Ordinance #22-08 establishing salaries for elected officials for 2024-2025

The Common Council adopted Ordinance #22-08 establishing salaries for elected officials for 2024-2025 by a 6-2 roll call vote, with Alderpersons Carpenter and Raasch voting no. The council also approved a $1,000 donation from Renaissance Assisted Living for the Fire Department, a Therapy Dog Program, an Employee Referral Program, emergency funding for Legion Pool repairs, and various other items unanimously. A recommendation to take no action on a clock tower replacement was approved.

• Adopted Ordinance #22-08 establishing salaries for elected officials (6-2)
• Approved $1,000 donation from Renaissance Assisted Living for Fire Department (unanimous)
• Approved Fire Department's request to support TEMS medics on SWAT team (unanimous)
• Approved Therapy Dog Program for Fire Department (unanimous)
• Created Employee Referral Program (unanimous)
• Approved emergency funding for Legion Pool repairs (unanimous)
• Authorized $7,233 expenditure for police equipment from state grant (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance #22-07 amending traffic regulations (unanimous)

Board of Park Commissioners

The Board of Park Commissioners will consider a playground proposal for Kelly Danen Park and design revisions for the Nelson Family Pavilion. The board will also review the proposed 2023 budget for Parks, Recreation and Forestry.

• Playground proposal for Kelly Danen Park
• Conceptual design revisions to the Nelson Family Pavilion
• 2023 Proposed Budget for Parks, Recreation and Forestry
• Donation of two premier goals valued at $15,000 for Southwest Park
• Donations from Pink Flamingos ($250 and $300) and WI United FC ($800)

The Board of Park Commissioners unanimously approved a playground proposal from Minnesota Wisconsin for Kelly Danen Park. They also approved conceptual design revisions for the Nelson Family Pavilion, accepted several donations, and reviewed the 2023 proposed budget without action.

• Approved playground proposal from Minnesota Wisconsin for Kelly Danen Park (unanimous)
• Approved conceptual design revisions for Nelson Family Pavilion (unanimous)
• Accepted $250 donation from Pink Flamingos to Recreation Scholarship Fund (unanimous)
• Accepted $300 donation from Pink Flamingos for chalk liner at Legion Park ball diamond (unanimous)
• Accepted $800 donation from WI United FC for grass seed and services at Southwest Park soccer fields (unanimous)
• Accepted donation of two premier goals valued at $15,000 from WI United FC for Field 1 at Southwest Park (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from August 18, 2022 meeting (unanimous)

Finance/Personnel Committee

The committee will discuss police and fire department overtime reports and various funding requests. The body is also considering 2024-2025 salaries for the Mayor and City Council, as well as two property sale agreements.

• Request for $7,233 for police radar, breath testers, and entry crowbars
• Proposed sale and purchase agreement for 2051 Profit Place (Parcel ED-2382)
• Proposed amendment to sale and purchase agreement with FBS Investment Group LLC
• Determination of 2024 and 2025 salaries for Mayor and City Council
• Donation of $1,000 from Renaissance Assisted Living for the Fire Department

The Finance/Personnel Committee unanimously approved a therapy dog program for the Fire Department, funded by a community donation with no cost to the city. The committee also approved numerous other items including police overtime reports, a SWAT team EMS medic program, policy manual changes, and a land sale agreement. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved Fire Department therapy dog program (unanimous)
• Approved June and August 2022 police overtime reports (unanimous)
• Approved Fire Department overtime and LifeQuest billing reports for July and August 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved $7,233 police equipment purchase from Wisconsin grant (unanimous)
• Approved stray animal shelter services agreement with Wisconsin Humane Society (unanimous)
• Approved city policy manual changes including 3 weeks vacation upon hire (unanimous)
• Approved 2% salary increase for mayor and city council for 2024-2025 (unanimous)
• Approved sale and purchase agreement with One Source Technology for 2051 Profit Place (unanimous)

Sustainability Commission

The Sustainability Commission will meet to review its current purpose and duties to determine if the existing municipal code needs revision. Members will also discuss potential future sustainable projects for the city.

• Approval of June 14, 2022 meeting minutes
• Discussion of Sustainability Commission Purpose & Duties per Section 10-19 of the De Pere Municipal Code
• Discussion of future sustainable projects

The Sustainability Commission discussed its purpose, duties, and meeting frequency, and voted unanimously to hold a special meeting on October 11 to take action on ordinance changes. Members also brainstormed future projects including invasive species education, greener schools, stormwater education, and pollinator initiatives, but no formal decisions were made on those topics.

• Approved June 14, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Scheduled special meeting for October 11, 2022 at 5:30 PM to discuss ordinance changes (unanimous)

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will discuss a proposal from resident Devin Gillman to financially assist the city in purchasing or leasing electric vehicle charging stations for the downtown area. The board will also consider actions on a clock tower replacement, overflow collection timing, and a second driveway policy.

• Discussion of electric vehicle charging station installation via ChargePoint
• Possible action on Clock Tower Replacement
• Possible action on timing and frequency for overflow collections
• Possible action on Intergovernmental Cooperative Agreement for the Wisconsin Recycling Consolidation Grant
• Possible action on Policy for Second Driveways

The Board of Public Works tabled a request from Devin Gillman to financially assist the city with electric vehicle charging stations until the October 10 meeting. They approved parking restrictions on a city lot at 360 Main Avenue and adding Rockland Road as a heavy truck route, while tabling a parking restriction on Main Avenue at Fifth Street for more accident data. The board also approved an intergovernmental cooperative agreement for a recycling grant and referred a second driveway policy back to staff for revisions.

• Tabled electric vehicle charging station request until October 10 (unanimous)
• Approved parking restrictions on city lot at 360 Main Avenue (unanimous)
• Approved Rockland Road as heavy truck route from STH 32/57 to CTH PP (unanimous)
• Tabled parking restriction on Main Avenue at Fifth Street for more accident data (unanimous)
• Approved intergovernmental cooperative agreement for Wisconsin Recycling Consolidation Grant (unanimous)
• Referred second driveway policy back to staff for revisions (unanimous)
• Took no action on clock tower replacement (unanimous)
• Tabled timing/frequency for overflow collections until October 10 (unanimous)

Common Council

The Common Council will review results from a 2022 community survey conducted by St. Norbert College. The body is also considering a recommendation to grant a fiber service easement to AT&T and the acceptance of two donations for the Summer Carnival.

• Proposed 6-foot wide non-exclusive easement for AT&T fiber service south from 313-321 Main AV
• Recommendation to accept $900 donation from De Pere Rotary Club for the Summer Carnival
• Recommendation to accept $500 donation from the Pink Flamingos for the Summer Carnival
• Discussion of 2022 Community Survey results involving 999 responses
• Appointment to the Sustainability Commission by Mayor Boyd

The Common Council unanimously approved a 6-foot non-exclusive easement for AT&T fiber service under a sidewalk on Main Avenue, accepted $1,400 in donations from the De Pere Rotary Club and Pink Flamingos for the Summer Carnival, and approved a mayoral appointment to the Sustainability Commission. The council also discussed 2022 community survey results and directed staff to research permeable driveway materials for future consideration.

• Approved AT&T fiber easement under sidewalk at 313-321 Main Ave (unanimous)
• Accepted $900 donation from De Pere Rotary Club for Summer Carnival (unanimous)
• Accepted $500 donation from Pink Flamingos for Summer Carnival (unanimous)
• Approved mayoral appointment to Sustainability Commission (unanimous)
• Approved August 16, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved vouchers (unanimous)

Plan Commission

The Plan Commission will consider a fiber optic easement for AT&T and an amended implementation plan for a food establishment. The body will also discuss the city's draft zoning map.

• Proposed 6-foot wide non-exclusive easement for AT&T fiber service south of 313-321 Main AV
• Amended Precise Implementation Plan for a drive-in or convenience food establishment at 1610 Lawrence DR
• Discussion of the City’s proposed DRAFT Zoning Map

The Plan Commission unanimously approved a 6-foot non-exclusive easement for AT&T fiber service under the sidewalk at 313-321 Main Ave and an amended Preliminary Implementation Plan (PIP) for a Taco Bell at 1610 Lawrence Dr, both forwarded to the Common Council. A draft zoning map was discussed but no action taken.

• Approved 6-foot non-exclusive easement for AT&T fiber under sidewalk at 313-321 Main Ave (unanimous)
• Approved amended PIP for Taco Bell at 1610 Lawrence Dr (unanimous)

Police & Fire Commission

The Police and Fire Commission will meet electronically to confirm an appointment to the position of Police Officer. The body will also review minutes from the July 21, 2022 meeting.

• Confirmation of appointment to position of Police Officer

The Police and Fire Commission met briefly, approved prior meeting minutes, and convened in closed session to discuss hiring. After returning to open session, the commission voted to appoint Christian Macrander as a police officer. No other substantive business was conducted.

• Approved minutes of July 21, 2022 meeting (4-0)
• Appointed Christian Macrander to position of Police Officer (4-0)

Board of Park Commissioners

The De Pere Board of Park Commissioners will consider approving meeting minutes, accepting donations for the Summer Carnival, selecting a playground proposal for Kelly Danen Park, approving sculpture placements in city parks, a hold harmless agreement with Select Soccer, and conceptual design revisions to the Nelson Family Pavilion. They will also discuss the concept of an outdoor archery range at Southwest Park. Items marked with an asterisk will be forwarded to the Common Council.

• Accept $900 donation from DePere Rotary Club for Summer Carnival
• Accept $500 donation from Pink Flamingos for Summer Carnival
• Select playground proposal for Kelly Danen Park
• Approve locating sculptures in De Pere City Parks
• Approve hold harmless agreement with Select Soccer

The Board of Park Commissioners tabled a decision on the Kelly Danen Park playground proposal to allow staff to review additional designs without swings and with poured-in-place surfacing. The board also accepted $1,400 in donations for the Summer Carnival, approved temporary sculptures in two parks, and approved a hold-harmless agreement for portable soccer field lights. The Nelson Family Pavilion conceptual design was also tabled for further discussion.

• Tabled playground proposal for Kelly Danen Park for staff review (unanimous)
• Accepted $900 donation from De Pere Rotary Club for Summer Carnival (unanimous)
• Accepted $500 donation from Pink Flamingos for Summer Carnival (unanimous)
• Approved temporary sculpture at George Street Landing and relocated sculpture to Bi-Centennial Park (unanimous)
• Approved hold-harmless agreement with WI United for portable lights at Southwest Park soccer fields (unanimous)
• Tabled conceptual design revisions to Nelson Family Pavilion (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from July 21, 2022 meeting (unanimous)

License Committee

The License Committee is meeting to consider applications for agent changes at four True North locations and a temporary premises description change for St. Norbert College. Both items require subsequent City Council approval.

• Agent change application for True North: 841 Main Ave, 1511 Lawrence Dr, 1010 S. Broadway, and 1063 N. Broadway
• Temporary premises description change application for St. Norbert College, Inc. at 100 Grant St

The License Committee unanimously approved minutes from July 5, 2022, and approved applications for change of agent for four True North locations. It also approved a temporary premises description change for St. Norbert College. No public comments or future agenda items were discussed.

• Approved minutes of July 5, 2022 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved change of agent for True North locations #811-814 (unanimous)
• Approved temporary premises description change for St. Norbert College (unanimous)

Common Council

The Common Council will review several financial authorizations, including two general obligation promissory notes and a 2023 Classification and Compensation Study. The body is also considering various infrastructure projects and police department donations.

• Sale and issuance of $10,120,000 and $895,000 General Obligation Promissory Notes
• Request to transfer $13,000 from unassigned reserves for Main Ave. security camera power cabling
• Donations to Police Department: $3,500 from Unison Credit Union and $1,000 from Denmark State Bank
• Intergovernmental Agreement with Town of Ledgeview for curb repair and street resurfacing on Ledgeview Road and Lone Oak Road
• Proposed pay grade increases for 15 positions based on the 2023 Classification and Compensation Study

The Common Council approved issuing $10,120,000 in general obligation promissory notes (Series 2022A) and $895,000 in taxable notes (Series 2022B), with final amounts reduced to $10.1M and $885M due to lower interest rates. The council also approved a $90,320 Ford F-450 for building maintenance, a $13,000 transfer for Main Ave. security camera cabling, and a $15,000 contract with outside counsel. All votes were unanimous except the $13,000 transfer (6-1) and the vehicle purchase (6-0 with one abstention).

• Approved $10,120,000 G.O. Promissory Notes Series 2022A (unanimous)
• Approved $895,000 Taxable G.O. Promissory Notes Series 2022B (unanimous)
• Approved $90,320 Ford F-450 with Monroe equipment body (6-0, Raasch abstained)
• Approved $13,000 transfer for Main Ave. security camera cabling (6-1, Raasch opposed)
• Approved $15,000 contract with von Briesen & Roper as outside counsel (unanimous)
• Approved 2023 Classification and Compensation Study Option 1 at $24,627 (unanimous)
• Accepted $3,500 donation from Unison Credit Union for police training rooms (unanimous)
• Accepted $1,000 donation from Denmark State Bank for Emergency Assistance Voucher Program (unanimous)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission is reviewing applications to designate two homes as state and federally recognized historic places. The body is also discussing local designations and outreach to property owners regarding historic status.

• Designation applications for 815 Nicolet AV (Edward F & Jean Kohl House) and 1336 Ridgeway BL (Agnes & Ruth Lenfesty House)
• Inquiry letters to property owners at 107 N Broadway ST, 127 N Broadway ST, and 514 Lewis ST
• Proposed local historic designation for 933 Oakdale AV (George E. Bowman House)
• Request for museum plan approval for the site at 403 N Broadway ST
• Revision of the commission's designation inquiry letter

The Historic Preservation Commission approved CLG sub-grant applications to nominate 815 Nicolet Ave and 1336 Ridgeway Blvd for state and federal historic designation. The commission also approved revisions to its inquiry letter, requested a Certificate of Appropriateness for the White Pillars Museum, and tabled a request to locally designate the George E. Bowman House. Two commissioner resignations were noted.

• Approved CLG sub-grant applications for 815 Nicolet Ave and 1336 Ridgeway Blvd (unanimous)
• Approved revisions to the historic designation inquiry letter (unanimous)
• Requested staff to remind De Pere Historical Society of COA requirement for 403 N Broadway St (unanimous)
• Tabled local designation of George E. Bowman House at 933 Oakdale Ave (unanimous)
• Adopted minutes of May 16, 2022 meeting (unanimous)
• Filed letters to property owners at 107 N Broadway, 127 N Broadway, 514 Lewis St (unanimous)

Board of Health

The Board of Health will review and possibly approve the 2023 budget drafts for the Health Department and the Board of Health. The meeting includes updates on COVID-19, Monkeypox, and community outreach activities.

• Consideration of 2023 Health Department Budget with a proposed total of $641,919
• Consideration of 2023 Board of Health Budget
• Update on Healthcare Infrastructure Grant for a Mobile Unit
• Discussion on response to Monkeypox infection
• Update on hosting an XRF device for lead (Pb) detection

The Board of Health unanimously approved the May 6, 2022 meeting minutes. It then approved the draft 2023 Health Department budget, which includes a $17,000 salary increase due to a compensation study, and the draft 2023 Board of Health budget. No other formal decisions were made; remaining items were informational updates and discussions.

• Approved May 6, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved draft 2023 Health Department budget (unanimous)
• Approved draft 2023 Board of Health budget (unanimous)

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will discuss several infrastructure projects, including road construction agreements and wireless antenna installation. The body is also considering updates to holiday waste collection limits and public parking at 360 Main Avenue.

• Intergovernmental Agreement with Town of Ledgeview for Lone Oak & Ledgeview Road Construction
• Amendment #1 of WisDOT State/Municipal Agreement for STP-Urban Grant Project-Lawrence Drive
• Request to defer sidewalk installation at 3018 Scarlet Oak Road until June 30, 2023
• Engineering services for T-Mobile wireless antennae on 9th Street Water Tower
• Public parking at City Owned Lot at 360 Main Avenue

The Board of Public Works unanimously approved several items, including deferring sidewalk installation at 3018 Scarlet Oak Road until June 30, 2023, approving Definitely De Pere's request to install art sculptures (with New Dawn sculpture subject to Park Commissioners' approval), opening the city-owned parking lot at 360 Main Ave for public parking during non-winter months, and approving intergovernmental agreements for road construction with the Town of Ledgeview and WisDOT. The board also referred two overflow collection items back to staff for further action.

• Approved deferral of sidewalk installation at 3018 Scarlet Oak Road until June 30, 2023 (unanimous)
• Approved Definitely De Pere's request to install art sculptures, with New Dawn sculpture requiring Park Commissioners' approval (unanimous)
• Approved public parking on city-owned lot at 360 Main Ave during non-winter months until sold or developed (unanimous)
• Approved intergovernmental agreement with Town of Ledgeview for Lone Oak and Ledgeview Road construction (unanimous)
• Approved Amendment #1 to WisDOT agreement for STP-Urban Grant Project on Lawrence Drive (unanimous)
• Approved revised Municipal Agreement with WisDOT for STH 32 (unanimous)
• Approved engineering technical services agreement with Dixon Engineering for T-Mobile antennae on 9th Street water tower (unanimous)
• Referred overflow collection bag limit and timing/frequency items back to staff for future meetings (unanimous)

Joint Review Board

The Joint Review Board will review a proposed project plan amendment for Tax Incremental Financing District No. 15. The amendment adds project costs for the Humana Campus mixed-use redevelopment and the future South Bridge Connector Project. The board will also conduct an annual review of financial reports for several TIF districts.

• Review of Project Plan Amendment No. 1 for TID No. 15
• Review of Common Council Resolution #22-61 regarding TID No. 15
• Annual review of financial reports for TIF Districts No. 8, 9, 11, 12, 13, and 15
• Discussion of Humana Campus mixed-use redevelopment on Lawrence Drive
• Discussion of cost-share increases for the South Bridge Connector Project

The De Pere Joint Review Board unanimously approved a resolution approving the project plan amendment for Tax Incremental Financing District No. 15, which expands the original plan to include new developments and Southern Bridge project expenditures. The board also accepted and filed annual financial reports for TIDs 8, 9, 11, 12, and 15. No public comments were made, and the meeting adjourned at 10:26 AM.

• Approved JRB Resolution #JRB 22-01 approving TID 15 project plan amendment (unanimous)
• Accepted and filed financial reports for TIDs 8, 9, 11, 12, and 15 (unanimous)
• Adopted minutes of June 22, 2022 meeting (unanimous)

Joint Review Board

The Joint Review Board will review financial expenditures for Tax Increment Financing (TID) Districts No. 7, 10, 14, 16, and 17 for the period of January 1, 2021, to December 31, 2021. No formal action is required by the board for this item.

• Annual Review of Financial Reports for TIDs No. 7, 10, 14, 16, and 17

The Joint Review Board reviewed and placed on file the annual financial reports for Tax Increment Financing Districts No. 7, 10, 14, 16, and 17. The reports were discussed, including updates on the Mulva Center value loss, the Irwin School project delays, and the Belmark Plant 7 completion. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved placing TID financial reports on file (unanimous)
• Discussed TID No. 7 deficit and Mulva Center value loss
• Discussed TID No. 10 potential extension and deficit
• Discussed TID No. 14 Irwin School phase delays
• Discussed TID No. 16 project delay to 2022
• Discussed TID No. 17 Belmark Plant 7 and donor potential

Common Council

The Common Council will review proposals for several street name changes and a precise implementation plan for a food establishment on Scheuring RD. The body will also consider a distribution facilities agreement with Wisconsin Public Service and a lease for hockey team locker rooms.

• Proposed drive-in or convenience food establishment at 1360 Scheuring RD
• Resolution #22-69 to change names of North Stellita Circle, South Stellita Circle, Beasle Court, and Meyer Way
• Resolution #22-68 for a lease agreement with De Pere Deacons Hockey Team, Inc. and De Pere Voyageurs Booster Club, Inc.
• Acceptance of donations totaling $3,650 for recreation scholarships, beer gardens, and community center activities
• Approval of a 4 lot certified survey map at 4609 Cottonwood LN in the Town of Ledgeview

The De Pere Common Council approved several donations, a 4-lot certified survey map, a drive-in restaurant plan, a WPS agreement, a hockey locker room lease, and vouchers. It denied a resolution to rename four streets. The council also heard a presentation on voting tabulator equipment and discussed future agenda items.

• Approved minutes of July 19, 2022 meeting (6-0)
• Accepted $250 donation from De Pere Women's Club to Recreation Scholarship Fund (6-0)
• Accepted $400 donation from Lions Club for Beer Gardens (unanimous)
• Accepted $500 donation from Brown County Community Women's Club to Community Center (6-0)
• Accepted $2,500 donation from Wochinske Foundation to Recreation Scholarship Fund (6-0)
• Approved 4-lot certified survey map at 4609 Cottonwood LN (6-0)
• Approved precise implementation plan for drive-in at 1360 Scheuring RD (unanimous)
• Denied street name changes resolution #22-69 (unanimous)

Plan Commission

The Plan Commission will consider several land use and zoning items, including a precise implementation plan for a food establishment and a request to require street trees in new residential subdivisions. The body will also review a lot survey map in the Town of Ledgeview and proposed street name changes in the Mystic Creek subdivision.

• Precise implementation plan for a drive-in or convenience food establishment at 1360 Scheuring RD
• Proposed amendment to Chapter 46 of Municipal Code requiring street trees in new residential subdivisions
• Extraterritorial 4 lot certified survey map at 4609 Cottonwood LN in the Town of Ledgeview
• Street name changes in Mystic Creek subdivision: N Stellita CI to N Midnight Star CI, S Stellita CI to S Midnight Star CI, Beasle CT to Black Shadow CT, and Meyer WY to Diamond Breeze WY
• New 2-foot wide easement and occupancy permit in the alley between the 400 BLK of Main AV and Reid ST

The De Pere Plan Commission unanimously denied a request to change four street names in the Mystic Creek subdivision, despite developer arguments, and approved a precise implementation plan for a Starbucks at 1360 Scheuring Road. It also approved an extraterritorial certified survey map and a new easement, and referred a street tree ordinance amendment back to staff.

• Approved extraterritorial 4-lot CSM at 4609 Cottonwood LN (unanimous)
• Denied street name changes in Mystic Creek subdivision (unanimous)
• Approved PIP for Starbucks at 1360 Scheuring RD (unanimous)
• Referred street tree ordinance amendment back to staff (unanimous)
• Approved 2-foot easement in alley between 400 BLK Main AV and Reid ST (unanimous)

Police & Fire Commission

The Commission will discuss the creation of a firefighter eligibility list and the appointment of new personnel. The body is considering the confirmation of one firefighter and one police officer.

• Creation of Firefighter Eligibility List
• Confirmation of appointment for Firefighter William Pech
• Confirmation of appointment for Police Officer Kevin Witkowski

The Police and Fire Commission approved the minutes from the June 16, 2022 meeting and then moved into closed session to discuss candidates. In open session, they created a firefighter eligibility list with one candidate, appointed William Pech as a firefighter, and appointed Kevin Witkowski as a police officer contingent on physical and psychological exams. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved minutes of June 16, 2022 meeting (unanimous)
• Created Firefighter Eligibility List with one candidate (motion carried)
• Appointed William Pech to Firefighter position (motion carried)
• Appointed Kevin Witkowski to Police Officer position, contingent on exams (motion carried)

Board of Park Commissioners

The Board of Park Commissioners will discuss the technical design of the Nelson Family Pavilion and review the De Pere Ice Arena 2022 financial statements. The board is also considering a lease agreement for locker room and storage facilities and a proposal for ash tree removals.

• Lease agreement between City of De Pere, De Pere Deacons Hockey Team, Inc., and De Pere Voyageurs Booster Club, Inc.
• Proposal for ash tree removals from On Site Logging
• Acceptance of $2,500 donation from Wochinske Foundation for Recreation Scholarship Fund
• Acceptance of $500 donation from BCCWC to CC Facility & Activities
• Acceptance of $400 donation from Lions Club for Beer Gardens and $250 from De Pere Women's Club for Rec Scholarship Fund

The Board of Park Commissioners approved a proposal from On-Site Logging for the removal of 109 ash trees and stump restoration in section E3 for approximately $77,570, with the contractor to remove additional trees and stumps up to the $80,000 budget. The board also accepted several donations, approved the Ice Arena financial statements, and approved a lease agreement for locker room and storage facilities. All decisions were unanimous except the ash tree removal, which passed 5-1.

• Approved On-Site Logging proposal for 109 ash tree removals and stump restoration (5-1)
• Approved Ice Arena Year End 2022 Financial Statements (unanimous)
• Approved lease agreement with De Pere Deacons and Voyageurs for locker room/storage (unanimous)
• Accepted $250 donation from De Pere Women's Club for Rec Scholarship Fund (unanimous)
• Accepted $400 donation from Lions Club for Beer Gardens (unanimous)
• Accepted $500 donation from BCCWC for CC Facility & Activities (unanimous)
• Accepted $2,500 donation from Wochinske Foundation for Rec Scholarship Fund (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from June 16, 2022 meeting (unanimous)

Common Council

The De Pere Common Council will consider a Sustainability Commission recommendation for a clean air ordinance limiting vehicle idling to five minutes, with enforcement concerns noted by police. They will also review a plan to replace Legion Pool starting design in 2025 and construction in 2026, and decide on awarding a $3,373,145.50 contract for utility and street construction in Waterview Heights Fifth Addition. Several resolutions and agreements are on the agenda, including bond issuances and service contracts.

• Clean Air Ordinance limiting idling to 5 minutes
• Legion Pool replacement plan (design 2025, construction 2026)
• Award Contract 22-11 to Feaker & Sons Co., Inc. for $3,373,145.50
• Resolution #22-59 and #22-60 authorizing sale of promissory notes
• Resolution #22-61 approving TIF District No. 15 project plan amendment

The Common Council approved the Legion Pool replacement plan by a 5-2 roll call vote, with one abstention. The plan provides guidance for future decisions but is not a commitment. The council also referred a proposed Clean Air Ordinance back to the Sustainability Commission for further work.

• Approved Legion Pool replacement plan (5-2, Perock abstained)
• Referred Clean Air Ordinance back to Sustainability Commission (unanimous)
• Approved rejection of all bids for Contract 22-09 (pond/drainage) (unanimous)
• Awarded Contract 22-11 to Feaker & Sons Co., Inc. for $3,373,145.50 (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution #22-59 authorizing GO promissory notes (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution #22-60 authorizing taxable GO promissory notes (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution #22-61 approving TID 15 project plan amendment (unanimous)
• Approved remaining resolutions and appointments (unanimous)

Finance/Personnel Committee

The Finance/Personnel Committee will discuss funding requests for the Fire Department and a grant for crime prevention. The body will also review 2021 financial statements and initial resolutions for 2022 borrowing.

• Request for $5,217.38 from Unassigned Reserves for Fire Department Lexipol subscription
• Acceptance of $4,200 grant from Brown County Crime Prevention Funding Board
• Approval of initial resolutions for 2022 borrowing
• Notice of City of Long Beach v. Monsanto Class Action Settlement regarding PCB Contamination
• Fire Department request to accept grant from Northeast Wisconsin Healthcare Emergency Readiness Coalition (HERC), Region 3

The Finance/Personnel Committee unanimously approved initial resolutions for $10,120,000 in tax-exempt and $895,000 in taxable borrowing, a $5,217.38 fire department Lexipol subscription from reserves, a HERC grant for active shooter training, a $4,200 crime prevention grant, and the final 2021 audit and management letter. The committee also received the annual TID summaries and investment report, and voted to stay in the Monsanto PCB class action settlement. All actions were unanimous and require City Council approval where noted.

• Approved initial 2022A GO promissory note for $10,120,000 (unanimous)
• Approved initial 2022B taxable note for $895,000 (unanimous)
• Approved $5,217.38 from reserves for Lexipol subscription (unanimous)
• Approved grant application for HERC active shooter training (unanimous)
• Accepted $4,200 Brown County Crime Prevention grant (unanimous)
• Approved final 2021 audit and management letter (unanimous)
• Approved staying in Monsanto PCB class action settlement (unanimous)
• Received and filed TID summaries and investment report (unanimous)

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works is meeting to discuss and potentially award contracts for street, utility, and drainage projects. The body will also review a sump pump installation program and an archaeological report for the Mystic Creek Subdivision.

• Award of Contract 22-09 Pond and Drainage System Construction
• Award of Contract 22-11 2022 Utility and Street Construction Waterview Heights Fifth Addition
• Award of Request for Proposals for Phragmites Mitigation
• Award of Request for Proposals for Project 22-21 Pond Trapping
• Funding for stump removal in the right of way

The Board approved $30,600 from undesignated reserves for stump removal in the right-of-way, awarded contracts for phragmites mitigation, utility/street construction, and pond trapping, and rejected a bid for pond/drainage construction due to budget deficiency. All votes were unanimous. The board also discussed an archaeological report and a sump pump installation program without taking action.

• Approved $30,600 from undesignated reserves for stump removal (unanimous)
• Awarded phragmites mitigation proposal to Merjent (unanimous)
• Rejected Peters Concrete bid of $264,023.50 for Contract 22-09 (unanimous)
• Awarded Contract 22-11 to Feaker & Sons Co., Inc. for $3,373,145.50 (unanimous)
• Approved pond trapping proposal from Suburban Wildlife Solutions for $15,650 (unanimous)

License Committee

The License Committee will meet to discuss a license application for a hotel and restaurant. The committee will also review minutes from the previous meeting.

• Application for Class "B" Fermented Malt Beverage and Class "B" Intoxicating Liquor Licenses for De Pere Hotel Group, LLC (DBA Cobblestone Hotel & Suites and Wissota Chophouse) at 499 Main Ave

The License Committee unanimously approved a Class B fermented malt beverage license and a Class B intoxicating liquor license for De Pere Hotel Group, LLC, operating as Cobblestone Hotel & Suites and Wissota Chophouse at 499 Main Ave. The committee also approved the minutes from the June 21, 2022 meeting. No public comments or future agenda items were presented.

• Approved Class B fermented malt beverage license for De Pere Hotel Group, LLC (Cobblestone Hotel & Suites and Wissota Chophouse) (unanimous)
• Approved Class B intoxicating liquor license for De Pere Hotel Group, LLC (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of June 21, 2022 License Committee meeting (unanimous)

Common Council

The Common Council will review recommendations to accept several donations for local parks and a liquor license application for the Cobblestone Hotel & Suites. The body is also deciding on a contract for a community center pump replacement.

• Contract for Community Center Circulating Pump Replacement to Hurckman Mechanical for $115,680
• $100,000 donation from First Congregational Church for a playground at Kelly Danen Park
• Approximately $53,000 in donations from De Pere Girls Softball for Optimist Park field upgrades
• Liquor license application for De Pere Hotel Group, LLC (Cobblestone Hotel & Suites and Wissota Chophouse) at 499 Main Ave
• $300 donation from De Pere Area Men's Club for Senior Picnic

The Common Council unanimously accepted three park donations totaling about $153,000, including $100,000 from First Congregational Church for a playground at Kelly Danen Park and about $53,000 from De Pere Girls Softball for Optimist Park field upgrades. It also approved a $115,680 contract to Hurckman Mechanical for the Community Center circulating pump replacement, with $20,680 from Unassigned Reserves, and approved a liquor license for Cobblestone Hotel & Suites and Wissota Chophouse.

• Approved minutes of June 21, 2022 meeting (unanimous)
• Accepted $300 donation from De Pere Area Men's Club for Senior Picnic (unanimous)
• Accepted ~$53,000 donation from De Pere Girls Softball for Optimist Park field upgrades (unanimous)
• Accepted $100,000 donation from First Congregational Church for Kelly Danen Park playground (unanimous)
• Approved $115,680 contract to Hurckman Mechanical for Community Center pump replacement (unanimous)
• Approved Class B liquor license for De Pere Hotel Group LLC, 499 Main Ave (unanimous)
• Approved vouchers (unanimous)

Plan Commission

The Plan Commission will conduct public hearings regarding Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) activities and a project plan amendment for Tax Increment Financing District No. 15. The body will also discuss a condominium development and a building addition.

• Public hearing on CDBG-funded activities, including the 55-unit Oak Meadow Senior Apartments at 525 N 10th Street
• Public hearing and Resolution PC22-01 regarding Project Plan Amendment No. 1 for Tax Increment District No. 15
• Discussion of rezoning and PDD overlay for four condominium units at 815 Fox River DR
• Site plan for a ~3,950 SF building addition and ~6,375 SF parking lot addition at 1415 Fortune AV
• Discussion of draft Zoning Code changes related to parking and access

The Plan Commission unanimously approved a project plan amendment for Tax Increment Financing District No. 15, adding costs for the Humana Campus redevelopment and the Southern Bridge Connector, and adopted Resolution PC22-01 recommending it to Common Council. They also approved a site plan for a building and parking addition at 1415 Fortune Avenue. Other items were discussions only, including a proposed condo development at 815 Fox River Drive and draft zoning code changes for parking.

• Approved TID No. 15 project plan amendment (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution PC22-01 recommending TID No. 15 amendment (unanimous)
• Approved site plan and metal panel for 1415 Fortune Ave addition (unanimous)
• Adopted minutes of May 23, 2022 meeting (unanimous)

Joint Review Board

The Joint Review Board will discuss a project plan amendment for Tax Increment District No. 15 to include additional project costs. The board will also consider approving minutes from August 27, 2021.

• Proposed Project Plan Amendment No. 1 for Tax Increment District No. 15
• Proposed $35,000,000 in public improvement and project cost expenditures for TID No. 15
• Proposed redevelopment of the Humana Campus on Lawrence Drive
• Projected $125,000,000 in incremental land and improvement values for TID No. 15 by 2040
• Approval of August 27, 2021 meeting minutes

The Joint Review Board discussed, but did not vote on, a proposed project plan amendment for Tax Increment District No. 15. The amendment would add planned project costs, including the Humana Campus redevelopment and South Bridge Connector cost-share increases, to the previously approved plan. The board also set its next meeting for August 2, 2022, and approved the prior meeting's minutes unanimously.

• Approved minutes of August 27, 2021 meeting (unanimous)
• Discussed TID No. 15 project plan amendment (no vote taken)
• Scheduled next meeting for August 2, 2022

License Committee

The License Committee is meeting to discuss renewal applications for various alcohol licenses for the period of July 1, 2022, to June 30, 2023. These items require City Council approval.

• Class 'A' Fermented Malt Beverage & Intoxicating Liquor license renewals
• Class 'B' Fermented Malt Beverage license renewals
• Class 'B' Fermented Malt Beverage & 'Class B' Intoxicating Liquor license renewals
• Class 'B' Fermented Malt Beverage & 'Class C' Wine license renewals

The License Committee unanimously approved the minutes from June 7, 2022, and all renewal applications for Class A and B fermented malt beverage and intoxicating liquor licenses, as well as Class C wine licenses, for the licensing period July 1, 2022 to June 30, 2023. No public comments were made, and no future agenda items were discussed. The meeting adjourned at 7:03 PM.

• Approved minutes of June 7, 2022 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved Class A fermented malt beverage and intoxicating liquor license renewals (unanimous)
• Approved Class B fermented malt beverage license renewals (unanimous)
• Approved Class B fermented malt beverage and intoxicating liquor license renewals (unanimous)
• Approved Class B fermented malt beverage and Class C wine license renewals (unanimous)

Common Council

The Common Council will review several large public works contracts for street reconstruction and resurfacing. The body is also considering a new trespassing ordinance for municipal parking and expenditures for police equipment.

• Contract 22-07 for Curb Repair and Street Resurfacing to MCC, Inc. for $2,144,652.77
• Contract 22-02 for Lewis Street Reconstruction to Kruczek Construction, Inc. for $1,275,000
• Contract 22-17 for City Hall Window Replacement to Tri City Glass and Door for $100,450
• Ordinance #22-06 creating trespassing rules for municipal parking facilities
• Expenditures of $10,800 for ALPR and Wi-Fi cameras and $38,800 for patrol rifles

The Common Council unanimously approved several public works contracts, including the $2,144,652.77 curb repair and street resurfacing contract with MCC, Inc., and the $1,275,000 Lewis Street reconstruction with Kruczek Construction. It also adopted a new ordinance prohibiting trespassing on municipal parking facilities, approved police equipment purchases (ALPR cameras and patrol rifles), and authorized hiring outside counsel for police reorganization and property acquisition. All decisions were unanimous.

• Approved $2,144,652.77 curb repair and street resurfacing contract with MCC, Inc. (unanimous)
• Approved $1,275,000 Lewis Street reconstruction contract with Kruczek Construction (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance #22-06 creating trespassing rules for municipal parking facilities (unanimous)
• Approved $10,800 from Wisconsin grant for ALPR and Wi-Fi cameras (unanimous)
• Approved $38,800 from reserves for patrol rifles (unanimous)
• Approved hiring outside counsel for police reorganization, up to $12,000 (unanimous)
• Approved hiring outside counsel for property acquisition, up to $10,000 (unanimous)
• Rejected all bids for East Side Alley Reconstruction (unanimous)

Police & Fire Commission

The Police and Fire Commission will meet to discuss the creation of an eligibility list for police officer vacancies. The body may also convene in closed session to discuss personnel employment matters.

• Proposed eligibility list for police officers including Christian Macrander, Teagan Joyce, Melissa Yang, and Kevin Witkowski
• Approval of April 21, 2022 meeting minutes

The Police and Fire Commission approved the minutes from the April 21, 2022 meeting and, after a closed session, voted to place three candidates on the Police Officer Eligibility List. No public comments were made, and no other substantive decisions were taken.

• Approved April 21, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Placed 3 candidates on Police Officer Eligibility List (motion carried)

Board of Park Commissioners

The Board of Park Commissioners is meeting to elect leadership and consider several donations for city parks. They will also discuss the replacement of the Legion Pool and bids for Community Center circulating pumps.

• Proposed $100,000 donation from First Congregational Church for Kelly Danen Park playground
• Proposed $300 donation from De Pere Area Men's Club for Senior Picnic
• Donations from De Pere Girls Softball for Optimist Park field upgrades
• Recommendation to City Council regarding Legion Pool replacement
• Bids for Project 22-18 regarding circulating pumps for the Community Center

The Board of Park Commissioners unanimously approved a plan to begin technical design for Legion Pool in 2025 with construction in 2026, contingent on economic conditions and repair thresholds. They also accepted donations for park improvements, approved a bid for circulating pumps, and elected new officers.

• Approved Legion Pool replacement plan: design in 2025, construction in 2026, with review triggers at $50K repairs and $250K catastrophic failure (unanimous)
• Accepted $100,000 donation from First Congregational Church for Kelly Danen Park playground (unanimous)
• Accepted $300 donation from De Pere Area Men's Club for senior picnic (unanimous)
• Accepted donations from De Pere Girls Softball for Optimist Park field upgrades (unanimous)
• Approved Girl Scout troop to sell concessions at City Band Concerts for 2022 season (unanimous)
• Approved $115,680 bid from Hurckman Mechanical Industries for circulating pumps, with $20,680 overage from unassigned reserves (unanimous)
• Elected Randy Soquet as Chairperson (unanimous)
• Elected Ryan Jennings as Vice Chairperson (unanimous)

Sustainability Commission

The Sustainability Commission will meet to elect a chairperson and vice-chairperson and discuss the commission's duties. The body will also review results from 'No Mow May' and discuss planned natural landscape areas.

• Consideration of Commissioner Gasch’s request for an Idle Limit Ordinance
• Election of Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson
• Discussion of 2022 No Mow May results
• Discussion of planned natural landscape areas
• Planning for a Sustainability Commission booth at the 2022 Farmer’s Market

The Sustainability Commission voted 4-1 to direct staff to draft a clean air ordinance addressing vehicle idling, including information on how other communities handle enforcement. The commission also elected Alderperson John Quigley as Chairperson and Commissioner Renee Gasch as Vice-Chairperson. Other items discussed included the commission's purpose, No Mow May results, planned natural landscapes, and a Farmers Market booth, but no action was taken on those.

• Approved March 8, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Elected Alderperson John Quigley as Chairperson (unanimous)
• Elected Commissioner Renee Gasch as Vice-Chairperson (unanimous)
• Directed staff to draft a clean air ordinance on idling (4-1, Rakers no)

Finance/Personnel Committee

The Finance/Personnel Committee is reviewing several expenditure requests for the police department and preliminary 2022 borrowing. The body will also discuss a trespassing ordinance for municipal parking and the future of the Downtown Facade Grant Program.

• Request to spend $10,800 from a Wisconsin Grant for ALPR and Wi-Fi video cameras
• Request to spend $38,800 from unassigned reserves for patrol rifles
• Proposed ordinance regarding trespassing on municipal parking facilities
• Approval of preliminary 2022 borrowing
• Tax refund claim for Sheila McCarron at 1327 Ridgeway Blvd

The Finance/Personnel Committee unanimously approved spending $10,800 from a Wisconsin grant for ALPR and Wi-Fi cameras at Voyageur Park, and $38,800 from unassigned reserves for patrol rifles. They also approved a new trespassing ordinance for municipal parking facilities, a $3,500-$4,700 contract amendment for MSA to determine CDBG eligibility, and a preliminary 2022 borrowing plan. All items require Common Council approval.

• Approved $10,800 for ALPR and Wi-Fi cameras at Voyageur Park (unanimous)
• Approved $38,800 from unassigned reserves for patrol rifles (unanimous)
• Approved draft ordinance on trespassing in municipal parking facilities (unanimous)
• Approved MSA contract amendment for CDBG eligibility determination (unanimous)
• Approved preliminary 2022 borrowing plan (unanimous)
• Approved tax refund claim for Sheila McCarron (unanimous)
• Adopted May 2022 police and fire overtime reports (unanimous)
• Discussed future funding of Downtown Facade Grant Program; no action

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works is meeting to decide on several infrastructure contracts, including street resurfacing and alley reconstructions. The body will also discuss parking and traffic recommendations and a request to waive public works fees for Definitely De Pere.

• Award of Contract 22-02 Lewis Street Reconstruction
• Award of Contract 22-07 Curb Repair and Street Resurfacing
• Award of Contract 22-24 East Side Alley Reconstructions
• Award of Contract 22-17 City Hall Window Replacement
• Deferral of sidewalk installation at 2406 Kilrush Road until June 30, 2023

The Board of Public Works approved several items, including deferring sidewalk installation at 2406 Kilrush Road until June 30, 2023, waiving Public Works fees for Definitely De Pere, approving a parking lease with Ahlstrom-Munksjo, and awarding contracts for City Hall window replacement, Lewis Street reconstruction, and curb repair/resurfacing. The board also rejected a bid for East Side Alley reconstructions and discussed revenue options for street improvements without taking action.

• Approved deferral of sidewalk installation at 2406 Kilrush Road until June 30, 2023 (unanimous)
• Approved waiver of Public Works fees for Definitely De Pere (unanimous)
• Approved parking lease agreement with Ahlstrom-Munksjo (unanimous)
• Approved award of Contract 22-17 City Hall Window Replacement (unanimous)
• Approved City Engineer Parking and Traffic Recommendations (unanimous)
• Approved award of Contract 22-02 Lewis Street Reconstruction with funding from 2023 budget and stormwater utility (unanimous)
• Approved award of Contract 22-07 Curb Repair and Street Resurfacing (unanimous)
• Rejected bid for Contract 22-24 East Side Alley Reconstructions (unanimous)

License Committee

The License Committee will consider new liquor license applications and a premises description change. The body is also reviewing renewal applications for Class A and Class B licenses for the period of July 1, 2022, to June 30, 2023.

• Class B Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor License application for ESales, Inc. (DBA VIP Daiquiri Lounge) at 308 Main Av.
• Premises description change application for La Vie Taverne to expand licensed premises for a sidewalk cafe
• Renewal applications for Class A Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor Licenses
• Renewal applications for Class B Fermented Malt Beverage and Intoxicating Liquor Licenses

The De Pere License Committee unanimously approved a Class B fermented malt beverage and intoxicating liquor license for ESales, Inc. (dba VIP Daiquiri Lounge) at 308 Main Av., despite concerns from neighboring business owners. The committee also approved a premises change for La Vie Taverne and renewed all Class A and Class B liquor licenses for the 2022-2023 period.

• Approved Class B liquor license for VIP Daiquiri Lounge (unanimous)
• Approved premises change for La Vie Taverne (unanimous)
• Approved Class A liquor license renewals (unanimous)
• Approved Class B liquor license renewals (unanimous)

Common Council

The Common Council will consider the discontinuance of a public thoroughfare at 1891 and 1895 Commerce Drive. The body will also review several liquor license applications and consulting agreements for city projects.

• Public hearing on the vacation of a public thoroughfare at 1891 & 1895 Commerce Dr
• Consulting agreement with McMahon Associates, Inc. for Nelson Family Pavilion design
• Consulting agreement with Avant Acoustics, LLC for noise consultant services
• Liquor license application for ESales, Inc. (DBA VIP Daiquiri Lounge) at 308 Main Av
• Acceptance of $800 donation from De Pere Optimists and $300 from De Pere Men's Club

The De Pere Common Council approved all agenda items unanimously, including the vacation of a public thoroughfare at 1891 & 1895 Commerce Drive, acceptance of donations for beer gardens and summer carnival, approval of a premises change for La Vie Taverne, a new liquor license for VIP Daiquiri Lounge, and renewal of all Class A and B liquor licenses. The council also adopted resolutions for consulting services for the Nelson Family Pavilion, a lead abatement MOU, redirecting stadium tax funds to public art, awarding the official city newspaper contract, and noise consultant services. No items were denied or tabled.

• Adopted Resolution #22-31 vacating right-of-way at 1891 & 1895 Commerce Drive (unanimous)
• Accepted $800 donation from De Pere Optimists for beer gardens (unanimous)
• Accepted $300 donation from De Pere Men's Club for summer carnival (unanimous)
• Approved $750 reimbursement to Mathewson Monuments for VFW Monument (unanimous)
• Approved contingency plan for swimming pool hours (unanimous)
• Approved premises change for La Vie Taverne (unanimous)
• Approved liquor license for VIP Daiquiri Lounge at 308 Main Av (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution #22-51 redirecting $25,000 from streetscape to public art (unanimous)

Plan Commission

The Plan Commission is considering site plans for a private access road, a jump pad, tennis court additions, and a parking lot expansion. The body will also discuss proposed changes to the draft Zoning Code regarding landscaping for various districts.

• Site plan for ~11,326 SF private access road and storm water management at 114 S Ninth ST
• Site plan for ~6,625 SF high jump pad at 1600 Lost Dauphin RD
• Site plan for ~17,200 SF addition of two tennis courts and pavilion at 1700 Chicago ST
• Site plan for ~4,963 SF parking lot addition at 650 Heritage RD
• Discussion of draft Zoning Code changes for residential, mixed use, commercial, business park, and industrial landscaping

The De Pere Plan Commission unanimously approved four site plans: a private access road and stormwater management at 114 S Ninth St, a high jump pad at Schneider Stadium, two new tennis courts and resurfacing at De Pere High School, and a parking lot addition at 650 Heritage Rd. The commission also discussed proposed changes to the zoning code regarding landscaping requirements, but took no action.

• Approved site plan for ~11,326 SF private access road and stormwater management at 114 S Ninth St (unanimous)
• Approved site plan for ~6,625 SF high jump pad at 1600 Lost Dauphin Rd (unanimous)
• Approved site plan for ~17,200 SF addition of two tennis courts and resurfacing of seven existing courts at 1700 Chicago St (unanimous)
• Approved site plan for ~4,963 SF parking lot addition at 650 Heritage Rd (unanimous)

Board of Park Commissioners

The Board of Park Commissioners will hear presentations from McMahon and Associates and Somerville regarding the Nelson Family Pavilion Project. The board is also considering several donations and operational plans for city swimming pools.

• Presentations by McMahon and Associates and Somerville on the Nelson Family Pavilion Project
• Acceptance of an $800 donation from De Pere Optimists for Beer Gardens
• Acceptance of a $300 donation from De Pere Men's Club for Summer Carnival
• Approval of playground equipment donation from First Congregation Church at Kelly Danen Park
• Approval of a contingency plan for swimming pool hours of operation

The Board of Park Commissioners approved McMahon and Associates as the consultant for the Nelson Family Pavilion at Voyageur Park after a motion to select Somerville failed 2-4. The board also accepted donations, approved a playground equipment donation, referred Wilson Park planning to staff, and approved a pool contingency plan.

• Approved McMahon and Associates as consultant for Nelson Family Pavilion (unanimous)
• Motion to select Somerville as consultant failed (2-4)
• Accepted $800 donation from De Pere Optimists for beer gardens (unanimous)
• Accepted $300 donation from De Pere Men's Club for summer carnival (unanimous)
• Approved playground equipment donation from First Congregational Church at Kelly Danen Park (unanimous)
• Referred Wilson Park survey results to staff for consultant hiring in 2023 budget (unanimous)
• Approved $750 reimbursement to Mathewson Monuments for Veterans Memorial expense (unanimous)
• Approved contingency plan to close Legion Pool on Sundays if pool manager shortage persists (unanimous)

License Committee

The De Pere License Committee will consider renewing all Class A and Class B alcohol beverage licenses for the July 1, 2022 to June 30, 2023 period, and will hear a request from Todd Olp regarding the denial of his operator license application. The committee will also vote on three special event permits submitted by Definitely De Pere for the Farmers Market, Food Truck Rally, and Music Nights. The meeting includes routine items like approving minutes and electing a chair and vice chair.

• Renewal of 21 liquor licenses including Walmart #5090, Festival Foods, The Abbey, ComedyCity Theatre, and Union Hotel
• Todd Olp request to appear regarding denial of his operator license application
• Special permit for Farmers Market alcohol consumption on Thursdays, June 9-August 25, 3-8 p.m.
• Special permit for Food Truck Rally alcohol consumption on June 12, July 10, August 14, 4-8 p.m.
• Special permit for Downtown De Pere Music Nights on June 24, July 22, August 26, 5-9 p.m.

The License Committee unanimously approved all Class A and B fermented malt beverage and intoxicating liquor license renewals for the July 1, 2022 to June 30, 2023 period, including one application with a corrected premises description. It also approved three special permits for Definitely De Pere events (Farmers Market, Food Truck Rally, Music Nights) allowing alcohol consumption on public ways. The committee denied Todd Olp's operator license application because he did not appear and provided no evidence of rehabilitation.

• Approved Class A fermented malt beverage license renewals (unanimous)
• Approved Class A fermented malt beverage & intoxicating liquor license applications #1-5 (unanimous)
• Approved application #6 with corrected premises description (unanimous)
• Approved Class B fermented malt beverage & intoxicating liquor license renewals (unanimous)
• Approved Class B fermented malt beverage & reserve Class B intoxicating liquor license renewals (unanimous)
• Denied Todd Olp's operator license application (unanimous)
• Approved special permit for Farmers Market Thursdays June 9-Aug 25 3-8pm, Sept 1-22 3-7pm (unanimous)
• Approved special permits for Food Truck Rally and Music Nights (unanimous)

Common Council

The De Pere Common Council will vote on several recommendations, including accepting donations for the Fire and Police departments, awarding a $239,752.90 contract for downtown sidewalk and street lighting, and designating a separate process for allocating American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds. The council will also consider special permits for alcohol consumption at downtown events, license renewals, and various resolutions on city projects and services.

• Award Contract 22-22 Downtown Sidewalk and Street Lighting to Vinton Construction Company for $239,752.90
• Accept $5,000 donation from Kay Distributing and Definitely De Pere for Fire Department ballistic plates
• Accept $5,000 donation from Kay Distributing for Police K-9 Unit
• Special permits for alcohol consumption at Farmers Market, Food Truck Rally, and Music Nights
• Resolution #22-43 authorizing Local Roads Improvement Program for Acreview Drive, Barbara Lane, Lorrie Way, Nob Hill Lane, and Scout Way

The Common Council approved a $239,752.90 contract with Vinton Construction for downtown sidewalk and street lighting upgrades, and accepted two $5,000 donations for fire and police equipment. It also approved a noise consultant hire funded from unassigned reserves (7-1), and adopted several resolutions including a fire inspection compliance agreement and a grant application for mobile health services.

• Approved Contract 22-22 Downtown Sidewalk and Street Lighting to Vinton Construction for $239,752.90 (unanimous)
• Accepted $5,000 donation from Kay Distributing and Definitely De Pere for Fire Department ballistic plates (unanimous)
• Accepted $5,000 donation from Kay Distributing for Police K-9 Unit (unanimous)
• Approved hiring noise consultant, funded from unassigned reserves (7-1)
• Adopted Ordinance #22-05 amending fire prevention code (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution #22-39 for fire inspection compliance reporting with Brycer, LLC (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution #22-40 ratifying grant application for Mobile Integrated Health (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution #22-48 for Mystic Creek water/sewer agreement (7-0, Carpenter abstained)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will hold its regular meeting to elect a Chair and Vice Chair and review information from a recent virtual conference. The body will also discuss the submittal of applications for future Certified Local Government (CLG) sub-grants.

• Annual election of Chair and Vice Chair
• Review and submittal of applications for future CLG Sub-Grants
• Discussion of WAHPC award for nominating the Mansion Street WWII Defense Home District
• Promotion of the May 24 Historic Preservation Conference at Bemis International Center

The Historic Preservation Commission approved a motion to contact property owners of several historic sites for potential CLG grant nominations, including 1207 Fox River Dr, 514 Lewis St, the old National Bank of De Pere building, and the State Bank of De Pere. The commission also elected new officers and adopted the previous meeting's minutes.

• Approved minutes of Feb 21, 2022 meeting (unanimous)
• Elected Jonathon Hansen as Chair and Gene Hackbarth as Vice Chair (unanimous)
• Approved outreach to property owners for CLG grant nominations (unanimous)
• Directed staff to send letter of intent to Wisconsin Historical Society by Aug 15, 2022

Finance/Personnel Committee

The Finance/Personnel Committee will discuss city funding for infrastructure and public safety requests. The body is reviewing several donations for police and fire equipment and a proposal for ARPA fund usage.

• Funding $600,000 for City share of South Bridge Connector Project Sections 2 & 3
• Acceptance of $5,000 donation from Kay Distributing for Police K-9 Unit
• Request for Police Department to participate in Brown County Speed Task Force 2022
• Proposal to adopt a formal process for American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) fund proposals
• Request for City Attorney to retain outside municipal prosecution services

The Finance/Personnel Committee unanimously approved funding the City's $600,000 share for the design of Sections 2 and 3 of the South Bridge Connector Project, to be bonded from TIDs #8, #11, #12, and #15. The committee also approved several other items, including agreements for fire prevention reporting, a mobile integrated health grant, donations for fire and police, and a formal process for ARPA funds. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved $600,000 for South Bridge Connector design (unanimous)
• Approved agreement with Brycer LLC for electronic fire prevention reporting (unanimous)
• Approved participation in DHS Mobile Integrated Health program (unanimous)
• Accepted $5,000 donation for Fire Department ballistic plates (unanimous)
• Approved Police participation in Brown County Speed Task Force (unanimous)
• Accepted $5,000 donation for Police K-9 Unit (unanimous)
• Approved retaining outside municipal prosecution services (unanimous)
• Adopted formal process for ARPA funds allocation (unanimous)

Board of Health

The Board of Health will discuss the 2022 Health Department Policies and Procedures and the 2021 Annual Report. The body will also consider an agreement with the State of Wisconsin to host a lead abatement device.

• Approval of 2022 De Pere Health Department Policies and Procedures
• MOU with State of WI Department of Health Services to host an XRF Device for Lead Abatement Projects
• Presentation of the 2021 Annual Report of the De Pere Health Department
• Update on the 2020-2025 De Pere Health Department Strategic Plan

The Board of Health unanimously approved a memorandum of understanding with the Wisconsin Department of Health Services to host an XRF device for lead abatement projects. The device will be stored in a locked cabinet, with Trista Groth serving as Radiation Safety Officer. The board also accepted the 2021 Annual Report and approved the February meeting minutes. No action was taken on the 2022 Policies and Procedures, pending review by Dr. Stroman.

• Approved MOU to house XRF device for lead abatement (unanimous)
• Accepted 2021 Annual Report of De Pere Health Department (unanimous)
• Approved February 14, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works is meeting to discuss and potentially take action on sidewalk repair and gap orders for 2022 and 2023. The body will also review street funding, sewer and water relay contracts, and intersection concerns at Broadway and Cook Street.

• 2022 and 2023 Gap Sidewalk Orders and Special Charges
• Contract 22-01 Sewer and Water Relay and Street Resurfacing Funding
• Contract 22-22 Downtown Sidewalk and Street Lighting award
• State Municipal Agreement with WisDOT for Local Road Improvement Program Grant
• City's share for engineering design for STH 32 (Main Ave)

The Board of Public Works approved bonding $700,000 to cover a shortfall in 2022 street construction funding, ensuring resurfacing projects proceed. They also approved the 2022 and 2023 gap sidewalk orders, the 2022 sidewalk repair orders with a five-year payback option for charges over $1,000, and several other items including a state grant agreement and funding for the Main Avenue clock tower. All decisions were unanimous.

• Approved $700,000 bonding for 2022 street funding (unanimous)
• Approved 2022 Gap Sidewalk Orders and Special Charges (unanimous)
• Approved 2023 Gap Sidewalk Orders and Special Charges (unanimous)
• Approved staff recommendations for Broadway and Cook Street intersection safety (unanimous)
• Approved using 2023 funds for Ridgeway Blvd water main repairs in Project 22-01 (unanimous)
• Approved State Municipal Agreement for Local Road Improvement Program Grant (unanimous)
• Approved Main Avenue Clock Tower option 3: fundraising in 2022, city shortfall in 2023 (unanimous)
• Approved bonding $50,000 for STH 32 (Main Ave) engineering design (unanimous)

Board of Review

The Board of Review will meet to hear objections to property assessments. The board will review specific property appeals and handle public appearances by objectors.

• Objection review: 815 E St. Francis Rd.
• Objection review: 427 S Superior St.
• Objection review: 1165 Scheuring Rd.
• Objection review: 1100 Employers Blvd. (owner requested waiver to appeal to circuit court)
• Public appearance objection: 1901 Creamery Rd.

Common Council

The Common Council will consider a rezoning request for property at 1360 Scheuring Rd to a Planned Development District overlay. The body will also review several land development plats and accept various donations for city parks.

• Public hearing for rezoning part of Parcel WD-D0021-4 at 1360 Scheuring Rd
• Proposed approval of 104 lot and 4 outlot final plat for Waterview Heights Fifth Addition at 2400 BLK Lost Dauphin RD
• Proposed approval of 2 lot certified survey map at 2016 Jen DR in the Town of Lawrence
• Acceptance of park donations including $2,500 for Rec Scholarship Fund and $1,500 for Beer Gardens
• Confirmation of appointment of Kristen Johnson as City Attorney effective July 5, 2022

The De Pere Common Council unanimously approved a rezoning at 1360 Scheuring Rd, an extraterritorial survey map, a 104-lot final plat, several park donations, and the appointment of Kristen Johnson as City Attorney. It also approved providing softballs to adult softball league games (7-0, with one abstention) and approved a license committee recommendation regarding Chris Wilmer's operator license denial.

• Approved rezoning at 1360 Scheuring Rd to HWY 41-A PDD (unanimous)
• Approved extraterritorial 2-lot survey map at 2016 Jen Dr (unanimous)
• Approved 104-lot final plat of Waterview Heights Fifth Addition (unanimous)
• Accepted $2,500 donation to Rec Scholarship Fund (unanimous)
• Accepted $1,500 donation from Durr Systems for Beer Gardens (unanimous)
• Accepted banner donation from Tundra Apparel (unanimous)
• Accepted tree donation valued at $3,000 (unanimous)
• Approved providing softballs to adult softball league games (7-0, Perock abstained)

License Committee

The License Committee will meet to discuss a request from Chris Wilmer regarding the denial of his Operator License Application. The committee will also review and approve minutes from the April 6, 2022 meeting.

• Appeal by Chris Wilmer regarding denial of Operator License Application

The License Committee unanimously approved a request by Chris Wilmer to appear before the committee regarding the denial of his operator license application. The committee also approved the minutes from the April 6 meeting. No public comments were made. A future agenda item was discussed about possibly giving the Clerk's office authority to approve operator licenses for applicants with violations, pending legal research.

• Approved minutes of April 6, 2022 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved Chris Wilmer's request to appear regarding operator license denial (unanimous)

Plan Commission

The Plan Commission will consider approvals for a 104-lot final plat and a 2-lot survey map. Members will also discuss proposed changes to the draft Zoning Code and a draft downtown parking study.

• Final plat for Waterview Heights Fifth Addition (104 lots and 4 outlots) at 2400 BLK Lost Dauphin RD
• Extraterritorial 2 lot certified survey map at 2016 Jen DR in the Town of Lawrence
• Proposed draft Zoning Code changes regarding permitted land uses, signage, and industrial park design standards
• Discussion of the Draft Downtown Parking Study
• Annual election of Vice Chair

The Plan Commission unanimously approved a 2-lot extraterritorial certified survey map at 2016 Jen Drive in the Town of Lawrence and the 104-lot/4-outlot final plat of Waterview Heights Fifth Addition at 2400 BLK Lost Dauphin Road, both subject to staff conditions and to be reviewed by the Common Council on May 3, 2022. The commission also discussed proposed changes to the draft zoning code (permitted uses, design standards, signage) and the draft downtown parking study, but took no action on these items. Public comments raised concerns about a berm height near a Georgia Pacific warehouse, but the commission deferred comment.

• Approved 2-lot extraterritorial CSM at 2016 Jen Drive (unanimous)
• Approved 104-lot/4-outlot final plat of Waterview Heights Fifth Addition (unanimous)
• Adopted minutes of March 28, 2022 meeting (unanimous)
• Elected Vice Chair (unanimous)

Board of Park Commissioners

The Board of Park Commissioners will consider several donations for scholarships and beer gardens, a kayak rental proposal from Definitely De Pere, and the selection of a design consultant for the Nelson Family Pavilion.

• Approval of $2,500 donation from Greta Johnson to Rec Scholarship Fund
• Approval of $1,500 donation from Durr Systems, Inc. for Beer Gardens
• Approval of $250 donation from TOPS Club for Brick Paver Donation
• Acceptance of tree donation valued at $3,000 from Green Bay Packers, WDNR, Green Bay Packaging, and Essity
• Selection of design consultant for Nelson Family Pavilion

The Board of Park Commissioners approved phase one of a kayak rental proposal from Definitely De Pere, allowing the group to fund and place a kayak rack at Bomier Boat Launch, with staff to develop an agreement for council approval. The board also accepted several donations, including $2,500 to the Recreation Scholarship Fund, and approved bringing two design consultants in for interviews for the Nelson Family Pavilion. All decisions were unanimous, with one member excused.

• Approved minutes of March 17, 2022 meeting (unanimous)
• Accepted $2,500 donation from Greta Johnson to Recreation Scholarship Fund (unanimous)
• Accepted $1,500 donation from Durr Systems, Inc. for beer gardens (unanimous)
• Accepted banner donation from Tundra Apparel & Promotions for beer gardens (unanimous)
• Accepted $250 brick paver donation from TOPS Club (unanimous)
• Accepted $3,000 tree donation from Green Bay Packers, WDNR, Green Bay Packaging, Essity (unanimous)
• Approved phase one of kayak rental proposal from Definitely De Pere at Bomier Boat Launch (unanimous)
• Approved bringing Somerville and McMahon in for interviews for Nelson Family Pavilion design consultant (unanimous)

Police & Fire Commission

The Police and Fire Commission will discuss and potentially act on candidates for Fire Lieutenant and Police Detective/Sergeant positions. The body will also review and approve meeting minutes from February and March 2022.

• Discussion and possible action on candidates for Fire Lieutenant
• Discussion and possible action on candidates for Police Detective/Sergeant
• Confirmation of appointment to the position of Fire Lieutenant
• Confirmation of appointment to the position of Police Detective/Sergeant
• Approval of meeting minutes from February 21, February 25, and March 17, 2022

Common Council

The Common Council will review several infrastructure contracts and police equipment purchases funded by grants. The body is also deciding on changes to the adult basketball league and various consulting agreements for city facilities.

• Contract 22-01 Sewer and Water Relay and Street Resurfacing awarded to Jossart Brothers, Inc. for $2,989,071.50
• Contract 22-04 Alley Reconstruction awarded to Peters Concrete Company for $663,465.25
• Police Department purchases from a Wisconsin Grant: patrol rifles ($38,000), e-bikes ($9,978), and SQL Server licensing ($4,631)
• Additional funding of $13,947.68 from unassigned reserves for City Hall fire alarm panel replacement
• Proposed adult basketball league changes including a $550 team fee for officiated leagues and increased official wages

The Common Council approved several contracts and purchases, including a $2,989,071.50 sewer and water relay and street resurfacing contract with Jossart Brothers, Inc., and a $663,465.25 alley reconstruction contract with Peters Concrete Company. The council also authorized police department purchases funded by a Wisconsin grant: patrol rifles ($38,000), e-bikes ($9,978), and SQL Server licensing ($4,631). Additionally, the council approved changes to the adult basketball league program, including fee and wage adjustments, and approved the 2022 Community Survey questions as amended.

• Approved $2,989,071.50 sewer/water relay and street resurfacing contract to Jossart Brothers, Inc. (unanimous)
• Approved $663,465.25 alley reconstruction contract to Peters Concrete Company (unanimous)
• Approved $38,000 purchase of patrol rifles from Wisconsin grant (unanimous)
• Approved $9,978 purchase of e-bikes from Wisconsin grant (unanimous)
• Approved $4,631 purchase of SQL Server licensing from Wisconsin grant (unanimous)
• Approved adult basketball league changes: officiated leagues $550 team fee, non-officiated no fee; official wages increased to $40/$45 per game; new Court Supervisor position at $16 per game (unanimous)
• Approved 2022 Community Survey questions as amended (7-0, 1 abstention)
• Adopted Resolution #22-31 referring right-of-way discontinuance at 1891/1895 Commerce Drive to public hearing (unanimous)

Finance/Personnel Committee

The Finance/Personnel Committee will consider several police expenditures funded by grants and reserves, including $38,800 for patrol rifles, $9,978 for e-bikes, and $4,631 for SQL Server licensing. It will also review a policy change allowing the HR director to negotiate extra vacation for new hires and promotions, and adding Martin Luther King Jr. Day as a holiday for non-represented employees. Other items include adult basketball league fee and wage changes, a credit card processing agreement, and a grant services contract.

• $38,800 for patrol rifles from Wisconsin Grant
• $9,978 for e-bikes from Wisconsin Grant
• $4,631 for SQL Server licensing from Unassigned Reserve Fund
• Amend vacation policy to allow HR director to negotiate extra week for new hires/promotions
• Add Martin Luther King Jr. holiday for non-represented employees

The Finance/Personnel Committee unanimously approved a $3.25 million pay-go incentive and infrastructure funding for The Preserve, a residential development on the former Humana campus. It also authorized police equipment purchases (rifles, e-bikes, SQL licensing) using grant funds, added a Martin Luther King holiday for non-represented employees, and approved several other routine items. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved $3.25M pay-go incentive and infrastructure funding for The Preserve (unanimous)
• Approved $38,800 for patrol rifles from Wisconsin Grant (unanimous)
• Approved $9,978 for e-bikes from Wisconsin Grant (unanimous)
• Approved $4,631 for SQL Server licensing, amended to use grant funds (unanimous)
• Approved vacation policy amendment allowing HR Director to negotiate extra week for new hires/promotions (unanimous)
• Approved adding Martin Luther King holiday for non-represented employees (unanimous)
• Approved adult basketball league changes: fees, official wages, court supervisor (unanimous)
• Approved Card Connect credit card processing agreement (unanimous)

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works is holding a public hearing and considering Resolution #22-01 to levy special assessments for storm sewer main and lateral construction. These improvements are tied to 2022 street resurfacing and reconstruction projects. The board will also discuss various infrastructure contracts and traffic recommendations.

• Resolution #22-01: Special assessments for storm sewers including $1,877.05 for residential laterals and $570.37 for residential mains
• Contract 22-01: Sewer and Water Relay and Street Resurfacing
• Contract 22-04: Alley Reconstruction
• Project 22-03: Sewer Lining street listing update
• Proposed awards for Boiler System Design and Management and Merrill Street Reservoir Mixer

The Board of Public Works unanimously approved several contracts and resolutions, including the $2.1M Contract 22-01 for sewer and water relay and street resurfacing, despite concerns about funding overages. They also approved special assessments for storm sewer work, a boiler system design proposal, alley reconstruction, and other items. Discussions were held on the NEW Water facility plan, clock tower repairs, and sanitary sewer lateral maintenance responsibility, but no action was taken on those items.

• Adopted Resolution #22-01 authorizing special assessments for storm sewer mains/laterals (unanimous)
• Approved City Engineer's parking and traffic recommendations (unanimous)
• Awarded proposal for Boiler System Design and Management (unanimous)
• Awarded Contract 22-01 Sewer and Water Relay and Street Resurfacing (unanimous)
• Awarded Contract 22-04 Alley Reconstruction (unanimous)
• Approved Engineering Technical Services for Sprint decommission on Merrill Water Tower (unanimous)
• Approved Merrill Street Reservoir mixer (unanimous)
• Approved streetlight funding (unanimous)

License Committee

The License Committee will meet to discuss a request from Peter Reinhart to appeal the denial of his Operator License Application. The committee will also review and approve minutes from the previous meeting.

• Appeal hearing for Peter Reinhart regarding a denied Operator License Application

The License Committee approved Peter Reinhart's operator license application after he appeared to appeal its denial. The committee also approved the minutes from the March 15, 2022 meeting. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved minutes of March 15, 2022 License Committee meeting (unanimous)
• Approved Peter Reinhart's operator license application after appeal (unanimous)

Common Council

The Common Council is considering several extraterritorial survey maps for lot divisions in the Towns of Ledgeview and Lawrence. The body will also vote on a municipal code amendment regarding design standards and various consulting agreements.

• Approval of a 75 lot and 4 outlot plat for Grande Ridge Estates First Addition at 3300 BLK Heritage RD
• Ordinance #22-03 amending § 46-4 of the De Pere Municipal Code regarding design standards
• Resolution #22-27 for consulting services with Vierbicher Associates, Inc. for an affordable housing project at 525 North Tenth Street
• Resolution #22-28 to amend a consulting agreement with SmithGroup, Inc. for a Comprehensive Plan Update and Downtown Parking Study
• Acceptance of two $500 donations from the De Pere Optimist Club for an Easter Egg Hunt and summer camp t-shirts

The De Pere Common Council unanimously approved several land development items, including a 75-lot and 4-outlot extraterritorial plat for Grande Ridge Estates First Addition, three certified survey maps, and a zoning code amendment. The council also accepted two $500 donations from the Optimist Club, approved an operator license application, and authorized agreements for consulting services, including a CDBG grant for affordable housing conversion and a comprehensive plan update.

• Approved 75-lot and 4-outlot extraterritorial plat of Grande Ridge Estates First Addition (unanimous)
• Approved extraterritorial 2-lot certified survey map at 2206-2207 Blue Stem LN (unanimous)
• Approved extraterritorial 3-lot certified survey map at 2300 BLK French RD (unanimous)
• Approved extraterritorial 3-lot certified survey map at 3550 & 3551 Wayne LN (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance #22-03 amending zoning code design standards (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution #22-27 authorizing consulting agreement for CDBG affordable housing conversion at 525 North Tenth Street (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution #22-28 authorizing amendment to SmithGroup consulting agreement for comprehensive plan update (unanimous)
• Accepted $500 donation from De Pere Optimist Club for Easter Egg Hunt (unanimous)

Plan Commission

The De Pere Plan Commission will consider several extraterritorial land divisions and plats, including a 75-lot subdivision in Ledgeview, and discuss a proposed Planned Development District for The Preserve. They will also review a rezoning for a restaurant, a right-of-way discontinuance, and proposed code changes. The meeting includes public comment and approval of prior minutes.

• Extraterritorial 2-lot certified survey map at 2206-2207 Blue Stem LN, Ledgeview
• Extraterritorial 3-lot certified survey map at 2300 BLK French RD, Lawrence
• Extraterritorial 3-lot certified survey map at 3550 & 3551 Wayne LN, Ledgeview
• 75-lot and 4-outlot revised preliminary and final plat of Grande Ridge Estates First Addition at 3300 BLK Heritage RD, Ledgeview
• Rezoning to HWY 41-A PDD for a drive-in/convenience restaurant at 1360 Scheuring RD

Police & Fire Commission

The Commission is meeting to discuss and potentially act on candidates for several fire department roles. This includes the creation of a firefighter eligibility list and the confirmation of specific personnel appointments.

• Recommendation of Jeremy Reichwald and Nick Edinger for full-time firefighter positions
• Recommendation of Jack Mlnarik for Assistant Fire Chief
• Recommendation of Brett Jansen for Battalion Chief
• Creation of a Firefighter eligibility list
• Introduction of new PFC member Eric Dunning

The Police and Fire Commission approved appointments to fire department positions, including two firefighters, an assistant fire chief, and a battalion chief. The commission also created a firefighter eligibility list with one candidate. All actions were taken after a closed session to discuss candidates.

• Created firefighter eligibility list with one candidate (motion carried)
• Appointed Jeremy Reichwald and Nicholas Edinger as Firefighters (motion carried)
• Appointed Jack Mlnarik as Assistant Fire Chief (motion carried)
• Appointed Brett Jansen as Battalion Chief (motion carried)

Board of Park Commissioners

The Board of Park Commissioners will discuss a request to remove trees from the right-of-way at 478/480 N. Good Hope Road. The board is also considering a WDNR grant for Perkofski Boat Docks and selecting a beer distributor for 2022.

• Request to remove two Silver Maple trees at 478/480 N. Good Hope Road
• 2022 WDNR Grant Application for refurbishments to Perkofski Boat Docks
• Two $500 donations from De Pere Optimist Club for Easter Egg Hunt and Summer Camp T-shirts
• Selection of a beer distributor for the 2022 Beer Gardens
• Proposed changes to the Adult Basketball League Program

The Board of Park Commissioners voted 5-1 to keep two terrace trees at 478/480 N. Good Hope Road, following the city forester's recommendation. The board also approved a $500 donation from the De Pere Optimist Club for the Easter Egg Hunt, a $500 donation for summer camp t-shirts, Kay Distributing as the beer distributor for the 2022 beer gardens, a WDNR grant application for Perkofski boat dock refurbishments, and changes to the adult basketball league program. The board discussed the 2021 donation listing and the De Pere Ice Center financial statement but took no action on those items.

• Denied tree removal at 478/480 N. Good Hope Road (5-1)
• Approved $500 donation from De Pere Optimist Club for Easter Egg Hunt (unanimous)
• Approved $500 donation from Optimist Club for summer camp t-shirts (unanimous)
• Approved Kay Distributing as beer distributor for 2022 beer gardens (unanimous)
• Approved 2022 WDNR grant application for Perkofski boat docks (unanimous)
• Approved adult basketball league changes, option 4 (unanimous)

Common Council

The Common Council approved multiple public works contracts totaling over $3.9 million, including sewer lining, concrete repairs, crackfilling, and street extensions. It also adopted Resolution #22-14 recognizing No Mow May by a 6-2 vote, with two alderpersons dissenting. All other agenda items, including licenses, agreements, and resolutions, were approved unanimously.

• Approved Contract 22-03 Sewer Lining to Visu-Sewer, Inc. for $672,327 (unanimous)
• Approved Contract 22-06 Concrete Street Repairs to Zenith Tech, Inc. for $369,637.42 (unanimous)
• Approved Contract 22-13 Crackfilling to Asphalt Seal & Repair, Inc. for $131,400 (unanimous)
• Approved Contract 22-14 Commerce Drive Utility and Street Extension to Peters Concrete Co. for $1,121,940.05 (unanimous)
• Approved Contract 22-20 American Boulevard and Commerce Drive Concrete Paving to Vinton Construction Company for $1,600,171.60 (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution #22-14 Recognizing No Mow May (6-2, Raasch and Ruh dissenting)
• Approved Class B liquor license for La Vie Carrie, LLC, contingent on police background check (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution #22-15 Right of Entry License Agreement with Wisconsin Central Ltd., as revised (unanimous)

License Committee

The License Committee will meet to review a request for alcohol licenses for a business at 421 George St. The committee will also consider the approval of meeting minutes from December 2021.

• Application for Class 'B' Fermented Malt Beverage License for La Vie Carrie, LLC (DBA La Vie) at 421 George St., #101
• Application for Class 'B' Intoxicating Liquor License for La Vie Carrie, LLC (DBA La Vie) at 421 George St., #101

The License Committee unanimously approved the minutes from the Dec. 7, 2021 meeting. The committee also unanimously recommended approval of a Class B fermented malt beverage and intoxicating liquor license for La Vie Carrie, LLC (DBA La Vie) at 421 George St., #101, contingent on receiving the Police Department's signature on the background check. No public comments or future agenda items were discussed.

• Approved minutes of Dec. 7, 2021 meeting (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of Class B liquor license for La Vie Carrie, LLC, contingent on police background check signature (unanimous)

Sustainability Commission

The Sustainability Commission will discuss the creation of an idle limit ordinance and the 2022 No Mow May program. The body will also consider hosting an educational booth at the 2022 Farmer’s Market and discuss planned natural landscape areas.

• Proposed idle limit ordinance to restrict vehicle idling, specifically around schools
• Proposed 2022 No Mow May resolution to suspend enforcement of Municipal Code 74-10(b) for registered participants
• Proposed booth at the 2022 Farmer’s Market
• Discussion of Planned Natural Landscape Areas

Finance/Personnel Committee

The committee will review police and fire department overtime reports and consider several contracts. Key discussions include potential revisions to the noise ordinance and amending city funding for COVID relief programs.

• Potential revisions to the Noise Ordinance
• Request to amend city funding for COVID relief programs
• Copier lease for City Hall First Floor
• Division of Public Health DPH Contract #47645-5 modification
• February 2022 Police Overtime Report

Board of Public Works

The De Pere Board of Public Works will consider and possibly act on several items, including a preliminary resolution for special assessments for storm mains, the 2021 annual report for the DNR MS4 permit, streetlight funding, and multiple construction contracts for sewer lining, concrete repairs, crackfilling, and paving. The board will also review quotes for materials testing and box culvert inspection. Most items require City Council approval.

• Preliminary resolution for special assessments for storm main and/or laterals
• 2021 Draft Annual Report for Wisconsin DNR MS4 General Permit
• Award of Contract 22-03 Sewer Lining
• Award of Contract 22-06 Concrete Street Repairs
• Award of Contract 22-14 Commerce Drive Utility and Street Extension

The Board of Public Works unanimously approved a preliminary resolution for special assessments for storm sewer main and laterals, set a 5-year payback option, and approved the 2021 MS4 annual report for the DNR. It also awarded several 2022 construction contracts, including sewer lining, concrete repairs, crackfilling, and street extensions. The streetlight funding item was referred back to staff for cost estimates.

• Approved preliminary resolution for storm sewer special assessments with 5-year payback (unanimous)
• Approved 2021 MS4 annual report for DNR permit (unanimous)
• Referred streetlight funding back to staff for cost estimates (unanimous)
• Approved Bay Area Testing & Consulting for materials testing and PSI for soil borings (unanimous)
• Approved Ruekert & Mielke for box culvert inspection (unanimous)
• Awarded Contract 22-03 sewer lining to Visu-Sewer, Inc. (unanimous)
• Awarded Contract 22-06 concrete street repairs to Zenith Tech (unanimous)
• Awarded Contract 22-13 crackfilling to Asphalt Seal & Repair (unanimous)

Common Council

The Common Council will hold a public hearing regarding the removal of a public parking restrictive covenant on City-owned property at Front Street and S. Broadway Street. The body will also consider sponsorships for the De Pere Beer Gardens and receive an update on redevelopment projects.

• Public hearing on removing public parking restrictive covenant at Front Street and S. Broadway Street south of George Street
• Recommendation to approve Amerilux as Main Sponsor of the De Pere Beer Gardens
• Recommendation to accept $1,500 donation from Immel Construction for August Beer Garden sponsorship
• Recommendation to accept $1,500 donation from Graef for July Beer Garden sponsorship
• Update on current and potential future redevelopment projects

The Common Council unanimously approved initiating circuit court action to remove a restrictive covenant requiring public parking on a city-owned parcel at Front and S. Broadway, after a public hearing with no speakers. The council also approved Amerilux as main sponsor of the De Pere Beer Gardens, accepted two $1,500 donations from Immel Construction and Graef for beer garden sponsorships, approved board/commission appointments, and approved vouchers. All decisions were unanimous.

• Authorized court action to remove restrictive covenant on Front/Broadway parcel (unanimous)
• Approved Amerilux as main sponsor of De Pere Beer Gardens (unanimous)
• Accepted $1,500 donation from Immel Construction for Beer Garden sponsorship (unanimous)
• Accepted $1,500 donation from Graef for Beer Garden sponsorship (unanimous)
• Approved appointments to boards and commissions (unanimous)
• Approved vouchers (unanimous)

Board of Appeals

The Board of Appeals will meet to discuss training regarding the role of the board and the process for reviewing variance petitions. The session includes educational videos and a question-and-answer period with city staff.

• Training on the role of the Zoning Board of Appeals
• Training on interpreting hardship for variance petitions
• Approval of January 24, 2022 meeting minutes

The De Pere Board of Appeals met for a training session on variances and zoning board roles, with no substantive decisions made. The board discussed variance standards and the ongoing zoning code rewrite, but took no formal action beyond approving the previous meeting's minutes.

• Approved minutes of January 24, 2022 meeting (unanimous)

Redevelopment Authority

The Redevelopment Authority is reviewing a facade grant request for the De Pere Chiropractic Center. If approved, the recommendation will be forwarded to the City Council for final action.

• Facade grant request for 820 George St (De Pere Chiropractic Holdings LLC) up to $20,000

The Redevelopment Authority approved a facade grant request not to exceed $20,000 for De Pere Chiropractic Holdings LLC at 820 George Street, with the recommendation forwarded to Common Council for final approval. The vote was 4-1, with Joe Van Deurzen dissenting, citing that the project did not appear to be a significant improvement. The board also unanimously adopted the minutes from the November 9, 2021 special meeting, and no public comments were made.

• Approved $20,000 facade grant for 820 George St (4-1, Van Deurzen nay)
• Forwarded facade grant recommendation to Common Council
• Adopted minutes of Nov 9, 2021 special meeting (unanimous)

Police & Fire Commission

The Police and Fire Commission will meet to discuss the creation of a firefighter eligibility list. The body is also considering the confirmation of appointments for a firefighter and a fire lieutenant.

• Creation of Firefighter Eligibility List
• Confirmation of a Firefighter appointment (Kuchelmeister)
• Confirmation of Joe Young for the position of Fire Lieutenant

The Police and Fire Commission created an eligibility list of six firefighter candidates and confirmed the appointments of William Kuchelmeister as Firefighter and Joseph Young as Fire Lieutenant. Both appointments were made unanimously after a closed session. No public comment was received.

• Created firefighter eligibility list with six candidates (motion carried)
• Appointed William Kuchelmeister as Firefighter (unanimous)
• Appointed Joseph Young as Fire Lieutenant (unanimous)
• Convened closed session to discuss appointments (roll call vote carried)

Police & Fire Commission

The Commission will conduct final oral exams for firefighter candidates and consider the Commission's role in the interview process. The body is also scheduled to confirm an appointment for the position of Battalion Chief.

• Final oral exams for firefighter candidates
• Confirmation of appointment to the position of Battalion Chief
• Discussion and possible action on the Commission's role in the interview process

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission is discussing the redirection of $8,000 in CLG Grant funds to a Historic Walking Tour project after other projects became ineligible. The body is also considering local, state, and national historic nominations for several properties.

• Redirection of $8,000 from CLG Grant Project No. WI-21-10015 to a Historic Walking Tour
• Local nomination of seven properties (residential, office, retail, and college) as historic
• State and national nomination of three properties (office, residential) as historic
• Proposed informational seminar for homeowners at St Norbert College on May 16, 2022
• Discussion on shelving the residential historic sign project due to lack of funding

The Historic Preservation Commission unanimously approved redirecting $8,000 of CLG grant funds from a historic signage project and a nomination project to a new Historic Walking Tour project. They also approved the locations for the historic signage project and directed staff to notify the property owner at 1218 Fox River Drive that their property is no longer eligible for nomination. Additionally, the commission approved a list of local, state, and national historic nomination candidates and voted to reserve space at St. Norbert College for a May 16, 2022 informational seminar.

• Approved redirecting $8,000 in CLG grant funds to a Historic Walking Tour project.
• Approved the sign locations for the historic signage project.
• Directed staff to notify the property owner at 1218 Fox River Drive of ineligibility for nomination.
• Approved the list of local, state, and national historic nomination candidates and directed staff to contact property owners.
• Approved reserving space at St. Norbert College for a May 16, 2022 informational seminar.
• Adopted the minutes of the November 15, 2021 meeting with a correction.

Board of Park Commissioners

The Board of Park Commissioners is reviewing a proposal to implement a new point-of-sale system for city pools and discussing the technical design phase for the Nelson Family Pavilion. The board is also considering several sponsorships and donations for the De Pere Beer Gardens.

• Proposed RecDesk POS system for pools with a total budget of $25,000
• Proposed $3,000 main sponsorship from Amerilux for De Pere Beer Gardens
• Proposed $1,500 donations from Immel Construction and Graef for Beer Garden events
• Proposed policy change to allow room changes for Community Center rentals for a $15 fee
• Discussion on moving forward with technical design for the $1 million to $1.2 million Nelson Family Pavilion

The Board of Park Commissioners unanimously approved purchasing RecDesk software and equipment for the pools' point-of-sale system. They also accepted donations for the De Pere Beer Gardens from Amerilux ($3,000), Immel Construction ($1,500), and Graef ($1,500), and approved moving forward with the technical design, bidding, and construction management for the Nelson Family Pavilion at Voyageur Park. The board approved a policy change clarifying transferable fees for Community Center rentals and approved the January 20, 2022 minutes. Discussions were held on the Legion Pool replacement timeline, the 2021 Aquatic Year End Report, and guidelines for improving Wilson Park, with no formal action taken on these items.

• Approved the January 20, 2022 Board of Park Commissioners minutes unanimously.
• Approved purchasing RecDesk software and equipment for the pool point-of-sale system unanimously.
• Accepted a $3,000 donation from Amerilux as main sponsor of the De Pere Beer Gardens unanimously.
• Accepted a $1,500 donation from Immel Construction for the August Beer Garden unanimously.
• Accepted a $1,500 donation from Graef for the July Beer Garden unanimously.
• Approved policy changes regarding transferable fees for Community Center rentals unanimously.
• Approved moving forward with technical design, bidding, and construction management for the Nelson Family Pavilion at Voyageur Park unanimously.

Common Council

The Common Council is deciding on several public works contracts and city resolutions. The body will also consider a new standardized grant management policy and the designation of ARPA funds as revenue loss.

• Contract 21-16 Mystic Creek Subdivision Construction to Kruczek Construction Company for $3,250,000
• Contract 21-09 Matthew Drive Pond Reconstruction to Peters Concrete Company for $409,108.60
• Contract 22-05 Sidewalk and Curb Repair to Jim Fischer, Inc for $316,620
• Contract 22-15 Sewer Televising to Green Bay Pipe & TV, LLC for $44,128.75
• Resolution #22-10 to reapportion $87,950 from General Fund and $49,427 from Pool Referendum Fund for staffing and City Hall cubicles

The Common Council unanimously approved several public works contracts, including a $3,250,000 award to Kruczek Construction for Mystic Creek Subdivision construction, a $409,108.60 award to Peters Concrete for the Matthew Drive Pond Reconstruction, and a $316,620 award to Jim Fischer, Inc. for sidewalk and curb repair. The Council also approved a grant management policy, designated ARPA funds as revenue loss, and adopted resolutions for various contractor services and a budget amendment for staffing.

• Approved minutes of the February 1, 2022 meeting
• Accepted $250 sponsorship from Kress Inn for De Pere TV
• Accepted $835 donation from Walmart for police monitors
• Approved proposed Grant Management Policy
• Approved Request for Proposals for Grant Services
• Designated ARPA funds as Revenue Loss
• Awarded Contract 21-09 Matthew Drive Pond Reconstruction to Peters Concrete for $409,108.60
• Awarded Contract 21-16 Mystic Creek Subdivision Construction to Kruczek Construction for $3,250,000

Board of Health

The Board of Health will consider a memorandum of understanding to host an X-Ray Fluorescence (XRF) device for the Lead-Safe Homes Program. The board will also review health department grants and the timeline for resuming public health services.

• Proposed MOU to host a Viken Pb200i Lead Paint Analyzer for lead risk assessment
• Review of grants including $393,500 from ARPA and $375,800 for ELC Response Funding
• Resumption of Car Seat Installation Program on March 16
• Resumption of Falls Prevention/Stay At Home Assistance Program referrals on March 1
• Election of Board of Health Vice-President

The Board of Health unanimously approved the November 8, 2021 meeting minutes and elected Teresa Gulyas as Vice President. The board tabled a proposal to host an XRF device for lead testing, citing the time commitment. Members discussed COVID-19 updates, grant savings, and mental health resources, but took no formal action on those topics.

• Approved the November 8, 2021 meeting minutes unanimously.
• Elected Teresa Gulyas as Vice President of the Board of Health unanimously.
• Tabled the discussion on hosting the XRF device for the Lead-Safe Homes Program until the next meeting.

Finance/Personnel Committee

The committee will consider adding several new positions to the 2022 budget and discuss options for using ARPA funds. The meeting also includes reviews of police and fire department overtime reports and various municipal contracts.

• Proposed new budget positions: Administrative Assistant, Building Maintenance, Sr. Pool Manager, and CSO
• Acceptance of $835 donation from De Pere Walmart to the Police Department
• Acceptance of $250 sponsorship from Kress Inn and Bemis Conference Center for De Pere TV
• Proposed amendment to Sale and Purchase Agreement with F.B.S. Investment Group LLC for 2257 American Blvd
• Consideration of a copier lease agreement for the Police Department

The Finance/Personnel Committee unanimously recommended designating all ARPA funds to the lost revenue standard allowance, forwarding the item to Council for further discussion. The committee also approved several items, including reports, a copier lease, donations, a survey proposal, new budget positions, and a grant management policy. One item regarding COVID relief funding was tabled to the next meeting.

• Approved minutes of January 11, 2022 meeting (unanimous)
• Adopted Fire Department Overtime and LifeQuest Billing Services Reports for January 2022 (unanimous)
• Adopted January 2022 Police Overtime Report (unanimous)
• Approved copier lease agreement for Police Department (unanimous)
• Accepted $835 donation from De Pere Walmart to Police Department (unanimous)
• Approved $250 sponsorship from Kress Inn and Bemis Conference Center for De Pere TV (unanimous)
• Approved St. Norbert College Strategic Research Institute Community Survey Proposal (unanimous)
• Recommended designating all ARPA funds to lost revenue standard allowance (unanimous)

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works is meeting to discuss several contract awards for city infrastructure projects and utility services. The body will also consider 2022 charge rates for sidewalk special charges and storm lateral assessments.

• Utility Locating Services Contract (staff recommends Excel Underground, LLC)
• Contract 21-09 Matthew Drive Pond Reconstruction
• Contract 21-16 Mystic Creek Subdivision Construction
• Contract 22-05 Sidewalk and Curb Repair
• 2022 Sidewalk Special Charge Rates and Payback Period

The Board of Public Works unanimously approved several contracts, including utility locating services, pond reconstruction, subdivision construction, sidewalk repair, sewer televising, mudjacking, and concrete grinding. They also set the 2022 sidewalk special charge rates and storm lateral assessment charges for residential and non-residential properties.

• Approved Utility Locating Services Contract with Excel Underground (unanimous)
• Approved Contract 21-09 Matthew Drive Pond Reconstruction to Peters Concrete Construction (unanimous)
• Approved Contract 21-16 Mystic Creek Subdivision Construction to Kruczek Construction Company (unanimous)
• Approved Contract 22-05 Sidewalk and Curb Repair to Jim Fischer, Inc (unanimous)
• Approved Contract 22-15 Sewer Televising to Green Bay Pipe & TV, LLC (unanimous)
• Approved Contract 22-19 Mudjacking to Badger Concrete Lifting (unanimous)
• Approved Contract 22-19A Concrete Grinding Sidewalk to ESI Ltd (unanimous)
• Approved 2022 sidewalk special charge rates with 5-year payback and interest at City borrowing rate +1% (unanimous)

Common Council

The Common Council will hold a public hearing to consider rezoning property at 2400 Block Lost Dauphin Road from single-family to multiple-family residence. The body will also review several preliminary and final plats for new residential developments.

• Public hearing: Rezoning 2400 Blk Lost Dauphin Rd from R-1 to R-3 for duplexes and apartments
• Proposed 104 lot and 4 outlot preliminary plat of Waterview Heights Fifth Addition
• Proposed 74 lot and 3 outlot preliminary extraterritorial plat of Grande Ridge Estates First Addition
• Proposed 97 lot and 2 outlot final plat of Mystic Creek at 2200 Blk French Rd
• Resolution #22-06: Equipment sharing agreement between City of De Pere and Village of Ashwaubenon

The De Pere Common Council unanimously approved a rezoning of part of parcels WD-0104 and WD-L49668 at 2400 Blk Lost Dauphin Rd from R-1 to R-3, allowing multi-family units in a proposed subdivision. The council also approved several preliminary and final plats for new subdivisions, including Waterview Heights Fifth Addition, Grande Ridge Estates, and Mystic Creek, as well as two certified survey maps. An ordinance amending parking regulations and a resolution for an equipment-sharing agreement with Ashwaubenon were adopted. The meeting included a closed session on property acquisition, but no decisions were reported from it.

• Adopted Ordinance #22-01 rezoning 2400 Blk Lost Dauphin Rd from R-1 to R-3 (unanimous)
• Approved preliminary plat of Waterview Heights Fifth Addition, 104 lots and 4 outlots (unanimous)
• Approved extraterritorial 2-lot certified survey map at 1927 Williams Grant Dr (unanimous)
• Approved 2-lot certified survey map at 3234 Old Janssen Tr (unanimous)
• Approved preliminary extraterritorial plat of Grande Ridge Estates First Addition, 74 lots and 3 outlots (unanimous)
• Approved final plat of Mystic Creek, 97 lots and 2 outlots (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance #22-02 amending parking regulations Schedule G (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution #22-06 authorizing equipment-sharing agreement with Ashwaubenon (unanimous)

Board of Appeals

The Board of Appeals will meet to discuss a request to reduce the rear yard setback for a school building addition. The board will also review and potentially approve the minutes from the November 22, 2021 meeting.

• Variance request to reduce rear yard setback from 75' to 60' for a building addition at 755 Scheuring RD (Syble Hopp School)
• Approval of November 22, 2021 Board of Appeals meeting minutes

The De Pere Board of Appeals unanimously approved a variance allowing a school rear yard setback of 60 feet instead of the required 75 feet for a building addition at Syble Hopp School, 755 Scheuring Rd. The variance also covers a 2005 addition built at the same reduced setback. The board also adopted the minutes from the November 22, 2021 meeting and adjourned.

• Approved variance to reduce school rear yard setback to 60 feet (unanimous)
• Adopted minutes of November 22, 2021 meeting (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 5:04 PM (unanimous)

Plan Commission

The De Pere Plan Commission will consider several land division and development proposals, including two certified survey maps, three preliminary or final plats, a site plan for a bus facility, and a request for a second drive-through lane at a restaurant. They will also discuss title cleanup for city-owned Front Street parking parcels, which may require a public hearing and court action. The meeting is held electronically via GoToMeeting.

• Extraterritorial 2-lot certified survey map at 1927 Williams Grant DR, Town of Lawrence (Parcel L-433-1)
• 2-lot certified survey map at 3234 Old Janssen TR (Parcel ED-R53)
• 74-lot preliminary plat of Grande Ridge Estates First Addition at 3300 BLK Heritage RD, Town of Ledgeview
• 104-lot preliminary plat of Waterview Heights Fifth Addition at 2400 BLK Lost Dauphin RD
• 97-lot final plat of Mystic Creek at 2200 BLK French RD

The De Pere Plan Commission unanimously approved all agenda items, including title clean-up actions for Front Street parking lots, two certified survey maps, two preliminary plats, one final plat, an amended drive-through plan, and a school site plan. All votes were unanimous with one commissioner excused.

• Approved scheduling public hearing on Front Street parking covenant removal (unanimous)
• Approved recommending court action to clear title impediments on Front Street parcels (unanimous)
• Approved 2-lot CSM at 1927 Williams Grant Dr (unanimous)
• Approved 2-lot CSM at 3234 Old Janssen Tr (unanimous)
• Approved preliminary plat of Grande Ridge Estates First Addition (unanimous)
• Approved preliminary plat of Waterview Heights Fifth Addition (unanimous)
• Approved final plat of Mystic Creek (unanimous)
• Approved amended PIP for second drive-through at Culver's (unanimous)

Police & Fire Commission

The Commission will conduct final oral exams for Police Captain candidates and consider appointments for a Police Captain and a Police Officer. The body will also review minutes from November 2021 meetings.

• Final oral exams for Police Captain candidates
• Confirmation of appointment for the position of Police Captain
• Confirmation of appointment of Anthony Lane to the position of Police Officer

The Police and Fire Commission approved the minutes from two prior meetings and conducted a closed session for police captain interviews. They then appointed Nathan Mrstik as Police Captain and Anthony Lane as Police Officer, contingent on medical and psychological exams. No public comments were made, and no future agenda items were discussed.

• Approved minutes of November 2, 2021 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of November 4, 2021 meeting (unanimous)
• Appointed Nathan Mrstik as Police Captain (motion carried)
• Appointed Anthony Lane as Police Officer contingent on medical and psychological exams (motion carried)

Board of Park Commissioners

The Board of Park Commissioners will meet to discuss extending a vending permit for bait and tackle services at Voyageur Park. The meeting also includes staff updates on 'no mow' areas and Legion Pool construction.

• Proposed extension of Rob Korth's vending permit at Voyageur Park with a $75/month fee
• Staff report on City Sustainability Committee's plan for 'no mow' areas
• Status update on Legion Pool construction discussion
• Approval of December 16, 2021 meeting minutes

The Board of Park Commissioners unanimously approved extending Rob Korth's vending permit for bait and tackle services at Voyageur Park. The board also approved the minutes from the December 16, 2021 meeting. Staff discussed the Sustainability Committee's no-mow areas plan and the status of Legion Pool construction, with updates expected in February.

• Approved minutes from December 16, 2021 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved extending vending permit for Rob Korth for bait and tackle at Voyageur Park (unanimous)

Common Council

The Common Council will discuss a consulting agreement for a city-wide employee compensation study and a developer's agreement for the Oak Meadows Senior Apartment Project. The body will also consider accepting several donations for police and fire services.

• Resolution #22-03: Consulting agreement with Baker Tilly US, LLP for a Compensation Study
• Resolution #22-05: Developer's Agreement for Oak Meadows Senior Apartment Project
• Resolution #22-04: Grant Agreement for Division of Public Health DPH Consolidated Contract #52825
• $5,000 donation from Budget Blinds for the Police K-9 Unit
• $500 donation from Kwik Trip Kares for the Police Hotel Voucher Program

The Common Council unanimously approved a 3% salary increase for City Administrator Larry Delo, setting his 2022 salary at $159,692, plus a 1% performance bonus based on his 2021 salary. The council also accepted donations for the Fire Department, Police K-9 Unit, and Hotel Voucher Program, and adopted resolutions for consulting services, a public health grant, and a senior apartment project developer's agreement.

• Approved 3% salary increase for City Administrator Larry Delo to $159,692 for 2022, plus 1% performance bonus (unanimous)
• Accepted donation from CoVantage Credit Union to Fire Department (unanimous)
• Accepted $5,000 donation from Budget Blinds to Police for K-9 Unit (unanimous)
• Accepted $500 donation from Kwik Trip Kares to Police for Hotel Voucher Program (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution #22-03 authorizing consulting agreement with Baker Tilly US, LLP for compensation study (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution #22-04 approving grant agreement for DPH Consolidated Contract #52825 (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution #22-05 authorizing developer's agreement for Oak Meadows Senior Apartment Project (unanimous)
• Approved vouchers (unanimous)

Finance/Personnel Committee

The Finance/Personnel Committee will review police and fire department overtime reports and investment details. The body is also considering the hire of Baker Tilly, US, LLP for a compensation study and the acceptance of several private donations.

• Proposed hire of Baker Tilly, US, LLP to conduct a compensation study
• Acceptance of $5,000 donation from Budget Blinds for the Police K-9 Unit
• Acceptance of $500 donation from Kwik Trip Kares for the Police Hotel Voucher Program
• Consideration of Division of Public Health DPH Contract #52825
• Acceptance of a donation from CoVantage Credit Union to the Fire Department

The Finance/Personnel Committee unanimously approved hiring Baker Tilly to conduct a compensation study for non-represented city positions, with results expected in June. The committee also accepted donations for the Fire and Police Departments, approved routine reports, and reviewed the city's cash and investment status.

• Approved hiring Baker Tilly for compensation study (unanimous)
• Accepted CoVantage Credit Union donation to Fire Department (unanimous)
• Accepted $5,000 Budget Blinds donation to Police K-9 Unit (unanimous)
• Accepted $500 Kwik Trip Kares donation to Police Hotel Voucher Program (unanimous)
• Adopted Fire Department Overtime and LifeQuest Services Billings Reports for December 2021 (unanimous)
• Adopted October 2021 Police Overtime Report (unanimous)
• Adopted Division of Public Health Contract #52825 (unanimous)
• Adopted Investments and Cash Detail report for November 2021 (unanimous)

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works is reviewing a request for a leading left turn arrow at Main Avenue and Ninth Street. The body is also considering updates to the 2022 General Conditions and Standard Specifications for city projects.

• Proposed signal modification for a leading left turn arrow on Main Avenue at Ninth Street
• Proposed updates to 2022 General Conditions and Standard Specifications including bid submissions and concrete pavement materials
• Approval of December 13, 2021 meeting minutes

The Board of Public Works approved updates to the 2022 General Conditions and Standard Specifications, which guide city construction projects. A request to add a leading left turn arrow at Main Avenue and Ninth Street was discussed but no action was taken; staff will test the intersection's camera system. The board also approved the previous meeting's minutes.

• Approved December 13, 2021 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved 2022 General Conditions and Standard Specifications updates (5-0)

Common Council

The Common Council will review recommendations from the Board of Park Commissioners regarding equipment and facility upgrades. This includes a proposal for a new lawn mower and funding for VFW tennis court resurfacing.

• Proposal from Reinders for a replacement lawn mower with a total price of $122,499.65
• Request for $23,750 from Unassigned Reserves for VFW Tennis Courts renovation and inspection
• Resolution #22-01 for contractor services with Pro Track and Tennis, Inc. for VFW Tennis Courts
• Resolution #22-02 to amend consulting agreement with Fred Kolkmann Tennis & Sport Surfaces, LLC

The Common Council unanimously approved a replacement lawn mower for the Parks Department at a net base price of $99,071.32, plus $2,130.30 in staff-recommended options, for a total of $101,201.62. The council also approved $23,750 from unassigned reserves for VFW tennis court renovation and resurfacing, including a $2,500 inspection consultant fee, and adopted two resolutions authorizing agreements with Pro Track and Tennis, Inc. and Fred Kolkmann Tennis & Sport Surfaces, LLC for the project. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved replacement lawn mower base price of $99,071.32 (unanimous)
• Approved mower options totaling $2,130.30 (unanimous)
• Approved $21,250 from reserves for VFW tennis courts renovation (unanimous)
• Approved $2,500 for project inspection consultant (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution #22-01 authorizing contractor agreement with Pro Track and Tennis, Inc. (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution #22-02 authorizing consulting agreement amendment with Fred Kolkmann Tennis & Sport Surfaces, LLC (unanimous)
• Approved vouchers (unanimous)