Manitowoc public meetings in 2022

Plan Commission

The Plan Commission will consider a petition for territory detachment at 7121 Dutch Road and the sale of city-owned property at 4221 Dewey Street. The meeting also includes a proposed lease with Manitowoc Public Utilities for solar installation at 3130 Hecker Road.

• Sale of city-owned property at 4221 Dewey Street to GMX Real Estate Group Acquisitions LLC
• Lease with Manitowoc Public Utilities for gravel pit property at 3130 Hecker Road
• Petition for territory detachment at 7121 Dutch Road
• Site plan review for Robinson Metals Building Addition at 2121 S 30th Street
• Site plan review for Titan Property Retail Center at 3180 Calumet Avenue

The Commission voted against referring a petition to detach property at 7121 Dutch Road to the Common Council. Members also received updates on the Comprehensive Plan project and noted two city-owned property matters for the record.

• Approved minutes of October 26, 2022 meeting (6-0)
• Denied referral to Common Council for territory detachment at 7121 Dutch Road (3-3 tie)
• Placed sale of city-owned property at 4221 Dewey Street on file
• Placed lease of gravel pit property at 3130 Hecker Road on file

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will meet to discuss change orders and pay estimates for various engineering and public works projects. The agenda also includes reviewing contractor's payroll affidavits. Specific project names and dollar amounts are not listed in this agenda.

• Change orders
• Pay estimates for various engineering/public works projects
• Contractor's payroll affidavits

The Board approved several change orders for asphalt paving, two-way traffic conversions, and watermain construction. Additionally, final payments were approved for intersection reconstruction and asphaltic concrete paving projects.

• Approved Vinton Construction CO #1-Revised for 8th & 10th Two-Way Conversion (+$1,605.65) (8-0)
• Approved Vinton Construction CO #3-Final for 2022 Asphalt Paving (-$26,418.31) (8-0)
• Approved Vinton Construction CO #2-Final for 8th & 10th Two-Way Conversion (-$8,365.68) (8-0)
• Approved Kruczek Construction CO #6, #7, #8, #9, and #10 for Watermain Construction South of Viebahn Street totaling $172,209.52 (8-0)
• Approved Vinton Construction Est. #4 and Final for Intersection Reconstruction for Two-Way Traffic ($9,041.02) (8-0)
• Approved Vinton Construction Est. #4 and Final for 2022 Asphaltic Concrete Paving Program ($38,594.71) (8-0)

Library Board

The Manitowoc Public Library Board will review November 2022 financial and administrative reports. The board is also scheduled to discuss updates to the Trustee Manual. Additionally, members will consider a request for a one-time exemption from the Employee Policy Manual.

• Request for one-time exemption from Employee Policy Manual (EPM)
• Review of November 2022 budget status for Funds 2810 and 2813
• Approval of November 28, 2022, meeting minutes
• Discussion regarding Trustee Manual Chapters 3 & 4

The Library Board approved a request for a one-time exemption from the Employee Policy Manual following a closed session. The board also approved the November 2022 budget status reports and the minutes from the November 28, 2022, meeting.

• Approved minutes from 11-28-2022 meeting (7-0)
• Approved November 2022 Budget Status for Fund 2810 and Fund 2813 (7-0)
• Approved request for one-time exemption from Employee Policy Manual (7-0)

Common Council

The Manitowoc Common Council will consider a $900,000 WisDOT harbor assistance grant and the 2023-2025 agreement with Teamsters Local No. 662. The agenda includes approvals for various 2023 street improvement programs and the Reed Avenue reconstruction design. Additionally, the council will review general city claims totaling over $3.3 million.

• $900,000 WisDOT Harbor Assistance Grant for Konecrane/Broadwind/City Centre LLC project
• 2023-2025 agreement with Teamsters Local No. 662
• Reed Avenue Reconstruction design approval (Option 4A)
• Approval of 2023 street improvements, sidewalk programs, and sealcoating
• $3,376,761.44 in general city claims

The Common Council approved several 2023 infrastructure programs and a new labor agreement with Transit Employees Teamsters Local No. 662. The council also authorized various personnel job description changes and approved a $19,634.60 sewer backup claim.

• Approved 2023 Street Improvements, Sidewalk Program, Sealcoating, and Dust Palliatives (10-0)
• Approved 2023-2025 agreement with Transit Employees, Teamsters Local No. 662 (10-0)
• Approved $19,634.60 sewer backup claim for TIKR Holdings LLC (10-0)
• Approved $900,000 Harbor Assistance Grant for Konecrane/Broadwind/City Centre LLC project (10-0)
• Approved final subdivision plat for Creekwood Estates (10-0)
• Approved Quit Claim Deed for 1.89 acre parcel to Manitowoc Lutheran High School Federation, Inc. (10-0)
• Approved 2023 Tourism Fee Schedule (10-0)
• Approved appointment of Haelee Bauer to Crime Prevention Committee (10-0)

Board of Public Works

The Board will discuss and potentially take action on agreements for guardrails at Camp Vits and floor coatings for park facilities. The meeting also includes reviews of change orders and pay estimates for various engineering and public works projects.

• Agreement with Highway Landscapers, Inc. for Guardrail at Camp Vits ($15,789.59)
• Agreement with Fortress Floors for Floor Coatings for Park Facilities ($22,096.50)
• Review of change orders and pay estimates for various engineering/public works projects

The Board approved two new agreements for guardrails and floor coatings. Members also approved three change orders and six pay estimates for various engineering and public works projects.

• Approved $15,789.59 agreement with Highway Landscapers, Inc. for Camp Vits guardrail (6-0)
• Approved $22,096.50 agreement with Fortress Floors for park facility floor coatings (6-0)
• Approved change order for Vinton Construction Company to extend River Point Development Phase I completion to June 1, 2023 (6-0)
• Approved Northern Pipe, Inc. change order for $4,072.37 (6-0)
• Approved Vinton Construction Company change order for $293.08 (6-0)
• Approved $223,022.00 payment to Kruczek Construction for Watermain Extension South of Viebahn Street (6-0)
• Approved $3,650.00 payment to McMahon Associates, Inc. for Bay Pointe Flood Study (6-0)
• Approved $7,500.00 final payment to Trail Genius for City Parks and Trails Interactive Maps (6-0)

Police and Fire Commission

The commission will review monthly reports for the police, fire rescue, and building inspection departments. Members will also discuss the Police Department Patrol Officer Eligibility List. A closed session is scheduled to provide an update on police department employee performance.

• Review of October and November 2022 monthly reports for police, fire rescue, and building inspection
• Discussion of the Police Department Patrol Officer Eligibility List
• Closed session regarding Police Department employee performance updates

The Commission approved the addition of requested candidates to the Police Department Patrol Officer Eligibility List for one year. The body also accepted several monthly reports from the Police, Fire Rescue, and Building Inspection departments.

• Approved adding candidates to Police Department Patrol Officer Eligibility List for one year (4-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda including October and November 2022 monthly reports for Police, Fire Rescue, and Building Inspection (4-0)
• Placed Police Department Employee Performance Update on file (4-0)

Public Infrastructure Committee

The Public Infrastructure Committee will review a potential solar power project lease and updates to the Parks Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan. The committee will also consider stormwater management agreements and grant funding for South 23rd Street.

• Lease and sublease agreement for a potential solar power project on city-owned property
• BRIC grant notification for stormwater project design on South 23rd Street
• $3,000 request from the Zoo Donation Tube for annual landscaping
• Stormwater management maintenance agreements for properties on Albert Drive and 838 South 16th Street
• Discussion of Reed Avenue reconstruction

The committee approved Option 4A for the Reed Avenue reconstruction, which includes narrowing the roadway and adding a multi-use path. Members also recommended applying for a BRIC grant for stormwater project design on South 23rd Street. Several stormwater maintenance agreements and a solar power project lease were approved.

• Approved Reed Avenue Reconstruction Option 4A (5-0)
• Recommended applying for BRIC Grant for South 23rd Street stormwater project design (5-0)
• Approved $3,000 from Zoo Donation Tube for annual landscaping (5-0)
• Approved Enterprise Fleet Lease Insurance Addendum (5-0)
• Approved out-of-state travel for Jeremy Walvoord to Transit Bus Summit 2023 (5-0)
• Approved stormwater maintenance agreements for Albert Drive, Bright Horizon Properties, and Wisconsin Aluminum Foundry Company (5-0)
• Approved lease and sublease agreement for potential solar power project on city property (5-0)
• Placed Parks Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan update and airport drainage channel liability memo on file (5-0)

Common Council

The Common Council will meet for a special meeting to review reports from the Committee of the Whole. The council will consider potential approval of amendments to a development agreement and an option and right of first refusal involving Webster Family Holdings, LLC.

• First Amendment to Development Agreement between the City and Webster Family Holdings, LLC
• Option and Right of First Refusal between the City and Webster Family Holdings, LLC

The Common Council approved a first amendment to a development agreement and an option and right of first refusal with Webster Family Holdings, LLC. Both approvals are subject to review and revisions by the City Attorney.

• Approved First Amendment to Development Agreement with Webster Family Holdings, LLC, subject to City Attorney review and inclusion of 3A (10-0)
• Approved Option and Right of First Refusal with Webster Family Holdings, LLC, subject to City Attorney review and revisions (10-0)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will consider compensation for 2023 election pollworkers and a credit card request for the Assistant City Attorney. The committee will also discuss claims regarding sewer backups at 1035 S 10th St and 2 Maritime Drive.

• Resolution establishing compensation for 2023 election pollworkers
• $2,000 credit card limit request for the Assistant City Attorney
• $19,634.60 sewer backup claim for 1035 S 10th St
• Sewer backup and basement flooding claim for 2 Maritime Drive

The Finance Committee approved a claim for a broken sewer lateral and referred it to the council. The committee also adopted a resolution for 2023 election pollworker compensation and approved a city credit card request.

• Approved $19,634.60 claim for TIKR HOLDINGS LLC regarding sewer backup at 1035 S 10th St (4-0)
• Adopted resolution for 2023 election pollworker compensation and referred to Council (4-0)
• Approved request for Assistant City Attorney credit card with $2,000 limit (4-0)
• Approved November 1, 2022 meeting minutes (4-0)

Room Tax Commission

The Room Tax Commission will review tourism updates, including room tax collections and the 2023 Visitor Guide. The commission may also take action on 2023 special event fees and hiring an architect for a permanent visitor center project.

• Discussion of 2023 Special Event fees
• Potential hiring of an architect for the permanent visitor center project
• Update on Car Ferry ticket office bathroom remodel
• Report from the Director of Tourism Initiatives

Personnel Committee

The Personnel Committee will consider several updates to employee policies and job descriptions. The committee is also scheduled to ratify a labor agreement for transit employees. Additionally, the agenda includes discussions on seasonal hiring rates and future compensation recommendations.

• Ratification of 2023-2025 Transit Employees (Teamsters Local No. 662) agreement
• Approval of 2023 Seasonal Hiring Policy and payrates
• Revisions to the Employee Policy Manual
• Updates to job descriptions for Cemetery, Arborist, and Park Team Leader positions
• Addition of Edvest payroll deduction option for employees

The committee approved the 2023 seasonal hiring policy, including a new Aquatic Center Coordinator position. Several job description updates, a transit employee agreement, and a new payroll deduction option for college savings were approved and referred to the Council.

• Approved 2023 Seasonal Hiring Policy and payrates (4-0)
• Approved Employee Policy Manual Revisions for December 2022 (4-0)
• Approved revising Community Service Worker to Community Service Worker Supervisor/Fleet Maintenance (4-0)
• Approved changing Zoo Maintenance Education and Animal Care-PT to full-time Zookeeper (4-0)
• Approved updating and repricing DPI job descriptions for Cemetery Team Leader, Arborist-Forester, and Park Team Leader, and new Senior DPI Laborer description (4-0)
• Approved payroll deduction option for Edvest college savings plan (4-0)
• Approved 2023-2025 Agreement with City of Manitowoc Transit Employees, Teamsters Local No. 662 (4-0)
• Approved November 10, 2022 meeting minutes (4-0)

Board of Public Works

The Manitowoc Board of Public Works will meet to discuss several infrastructure items. The agenda includes reviewing bids for park coatings and processing various pay estimates and change orders.

• Bids for Floor and Wall Coatings for City Parks (Project #WO-22-27)
• Review of Change Orders
• Pay Estimates for various engineering/public works projects
• Contractor's Payroll Affidavits

The Board approved several pay estimates for engineering and public works projects, including sanitary and watermain construction. Change orders for asphalt paving and intersection reconstruction were approved. One bid for city parks floor and wall coatings was referred for recommendation.

• Referred Fortress Floors bid of $22,096.50 for city parks coatings to Director of Public Infrastructure (7-0)
• Approved Vinton Construction change orders for Cleveland Ave at Maritime Dr (+$2,464.60) and Asphalt Paving II (+$1,500.00 and +$4,617.50) (7-0)
• Approved Maritime Plumbing change order for Zoo Exhibit water install (+$270.00) (7-0)
• Approved Vinton Construction pay estimates for Sanitary Construction ($92,647.65), S 14th Street Lift Station ($317,043.00), and Cleveland Ave at Maritime Dr ($4,854.28) (7-0)
• Approved Kruczek Construction pay estimate for Watermain Extension South of Viebahn Street ($84,585.00) (7-0)
• Approved pay estimates for AECOM ($14,790.21), Maritime Plumbing and Mechanical LLC ($8,455.00), and McMahon Associates Inc ($2,435.50) (7-0)
• Approved pay estimates for Stantec ($7,441.32) and Strand Associates Inc ($23,200.00, $7,080.69, and $667.47) (7-0)

Library Board

The Manitowoc Public Library Board will consider updates to library programming and public posting policies. The meeting includes a presentation on a Tourism Department partnership and a review of the 2023 holiday closure schedule. Financial reports for October 2022 will also be presented.

• Update Programming and Public Posting Policy
• 2023 Library Holiday Closure schedule
• Tourism Department partnership presentation
• October 2022 budget status for Funds 2810 and 2813

The Library Board approved the 2023 holiday and meeting schedules, as well as staff development days. The board also adopted an amended Programming and Public Posting Policy and approved a pay increase for specific employees.

• Approved 1% pay increase for employees with 'Exceptional' 2022 Performance Evaluations (8-0)
• Approved 2023 Holiday Schedule (6-1)
• Approved 2023 Library Board Meeting Schedule (8-0)
• Approved Staff Development Days (8-0)
• Tabled decision on closing Sundays from June 4th to September 3rd (8-0)
• Approved amended Programming and Public Posting Policy (8-0)
• Tabled Trustee Manual Review of Chapters 3 & 4 (8-0)
• Approved October 2022 minutes and financial reports (8-0)

Library Board Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will discuss and possibly take action on the MPL 2023 Budget. No other substantive agenda items were listed for this meeting.

• Discussion and possible action on the MPL 2023 Budget

The Library Board Finance Committee approved adding funds from the Fund Balance to the 2023 budget. These funds, not to exceed the payment from the City of Manitowoc, are designated for wage adjustments for employees with exceptional ratings.

• Approved adding Fund Balance amount to 2023 Budget for exceptional employee wage adjustments (5-0)

Common Council

The Common Council will hold public hearings regarding the proposed annual budget and a change to the Floodplain Zoning Ordinance. The meeting also includes consideration of various city contracts, property sales, and committee reports.

• Public hearing for the proposed upcoming year budget
• Public hearing for changes to Chapter 15 Floodplain Zoning Ordinance
• $8,185.00 contract for water installation at Llama Barn in Lincoln Park Zoo
• $18,915.00 contract for concrete work at Rheaume Park
• Approval of general city claims totaling $4,482,469.94

The Common Council approved the 2023 general city budget and several personnel bonuses. The council also adopted a new floodplain zoning ordinance and approved various land sales and utility easements. A proposal to reduce the speed limit on N. 18th St. was denied.

• Adopted 2023 budget of $18,261,186 with $899,070 in proposed TIF (10-0)
• Approved $2,000 sign-on bonus for newly hired part-time transit drivers (10-0)
• Adopted ordinance to repeal and recreate Chapter 15.490 Floodplain Zoning (10-0)
• Denied ordinance to reduce speed limit on N. 18th St. from Menasha Ave. to Magnolia Ave. (2-8)
• Approved property sale to Tycore in the River Point District (10-0)
• Approved contract termination with Seagrave and new agreement with Pierce Manufacturing (10-0)
• Approved $4,482,469.94 in general city claims via consent agenda (10-0)
• Approved appointment of Lynn Kalista to the Committee on Aging (10-0)

Common Council

The Common Council and Manitowoc Public Utilities Commission will hold a joint meeting to discuss the official transfer of the Wastewater Treatment Facility. The agenda also includes an ordinance regarding wastewater treatment facilities and a review of the final sewer rate report.

• Official transfer of the Wastewater Treatment Facility to Manitowoc Public Utilities
• Ordinance regarding wastewater treatment facilities
• Review of the Manitowoc Final Sewer Rate Report

The Common Council and the Manitowoc Public Utilities Commission approved the transfer of the Wastewater Treatment Facility to Manitowoc Public Utilities. Mayor Justin Nickels stated that a forthcoming ordinance will officially complete the transfer.

• Approved transfer of Wastewater Treatment Facility to Manitowoc Public Utilities (10-0)

Public Safety Committee

The committee will review monthly reports for the police, fire rescue, and building inspection departments. Members will also consider requests for "No Parking" signs on South 30th Street and South 39th Street. Additionally, the meeting includes discussions regarding crime prevention bylaws and discrimination in the city.

• Request for "No Parking" signs at the 2400 block of South 30th Street
• Speed limit reduction request on North 18th Street from Menasha Avenue to Magnolia Avenue
• "No Parking" request for South 39th Street from Dewey Street to Viebahn Street
• Amended bylaws for the Crime Prevention Committee
• Discussion on discrimination in the City of Manitowoc

The committee approved reducing the speed limit on North 18th Street and adding 'no parking' signs on South 30th and South 39th Streets. It also approved amended bylaws for the Crime Prevention Committee and denied a LifeQuest billing dispute request.

• Reduced speed limit on North 18th Street from Menasha Avenue to Magnolia Avenue to 25 MPH (4-1)
• Approved 'no parking' signs for 2400 block of South 30th Street (5-0)
• Approved amended Crime Prevention Committee bylaws (5-0)
• Placed communication regarding discrimination in the City of Manitowoc on file (5-0)
• Approved 'no parking' request for South 39th Street from Dewey Street to Viebahn Street (5-0)
• Denied LifeQuest billing dispute request 182A-22-2963, allowing for a payment plan (4-0)

Room Tax Commission

The Room Tax Commission will review tourism reports and consider various funding requests. These include upgrades for bridge lights, the Car Ferry ticket office, and tournament bid fees.

• Funding request for EVP volleyball and Killer "B" bowling tournament bid fees
• Request for funds to improve bathrooms and floors at the Car Ferry ticket office
• Request for funds to update bridge lights
• Staff travel requests for 2023 out-of-state tourism events
• Update on Visit Manitowoc visual identity and website projects

The Commission approved 2023 out-of-state travel requests for staff and funding for volleyball and bowling tournament bid fees. Members also approved a flooring project for the Car Ferry ticket office. Other items regarding bridge lights and bathroom remodels were deferred for further research or bidding.

• Approved September 6, 2022 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved 2023 out-of-state travel requests for staff (4-0)
• Approved funds for EVP volleyball and Killer "B" bowling tournament bid fees (4-0)
• Approved flooring project for Car Ferry ticket office (4-0)

Personnel Committee

The committee will discuss several personnel matters, including compensation recommendations for 2024 and potential stipend adjustments for the Harbor Master. The meeting also includes a closed session to address Teamsters Local No. 662 grievances and contract negotiations.

• $2,000 sign-on bonus for newly hired part-time transit drivers for 2023
• One-time bonus pay request for City Attorney Department employee Jane Rhode
• Potential adjustment of the Harbor Master position stipend
• Review of compensation and benefits recommendations for 2024
• Closed session regarding Teamsters Local No. 662 grievance and contract negotiations

The committee approved a $3,000 bonus for a City Attorney Department employee and a $2,000 sign-on bonus for new part-time transit drivers. It also approved increasing the Harbor Master stipend to $100 per pay period for 2023. A discussion on compensation and benefits recommendations was tabled until December.

• Approved $3,000 one-time bonus for Jane Rhode and referred to Council (5-0)
• Approved $2,000 sign-on bonus for new part-time Transit Drivers for 2023 and referred to Council (5-0)
• Approved adjusting Harbor Master stipend from $100/month to $100/pay period for 2023 and referred to Council (5-0)
• Tabled compensation and benefits recommendations (22-0926) to December agenda
• Referred Teamsters Local No. 662 grievance (22-0818) to City Attorney's office (5-0)
• Approved October 3, 2022 minutes via consent agenda (5-0)

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will consider an appeal regarding a forestry assessment for 1263 S. 31st St. The meeting also includes reviewing quotes for a Combination Jetter Vac Truck and various project pay estimates.

• Forestry assessment abatement appeal for 1263 S. 31st St.
• Quotes for Combination Jetter Vac Truck (QE-22-8)
• Review of change orders and engineering/public works pay estimates

The Board of Public Works approved a change order for asphalt paving and several pay estimates for city infrastructure projects. They also referred two quotes for a jetter vac truck to the Director of Public Infrastructure and addressed a nuisance forestry assessment appeal.

• Offered 5-year or 10-year installment plan for forestry assessment appeal at 1263 S. 31st St. (6-0)
• Referred jetter vac truck quotes from Brown Equipment Company and Macqueen Equipment to Director of Public Infrastructure (6-0)
• Approved Vinton Construction Company change order #2 for 2022 Asphalt Paving II for +$22,766.40 (6-0)
• Approved pay estimates for LaForce LLC, Kruczek Construction, Mike Koenig Construction Co Inc, Strand Associates Inc, Vinton Construction Company, and Bodart Electric Service Inc (6-0)

Public Infrastructure Committee

The Public Infrastructure Committee will discuss updates to downtown snow removal boundaries and parking regulations for inclement weather. The meeting also includes several requests for fund usage, including upgrades for the Aquatic Center and a new mower for the cemetery.

• Request for up to $15,000 for cameras at the Aquatic Center
• Request for up to $10,000 for pool filter maintenance at the Aquatic Center
• Request for up to $11,000 for a new cemetery mower
• Revisions to the 10.410 parking ordinance regarding inclement weather
• Updating boundaries for the Downtown Snow Removal Assessment Resolution

The Public Infrastructure Committee approved several funding requests for the Aquatic Center, cemetery, and snow removal equipment. It also adopted resolutions for the 2023 fee schedule and winter parking ordinances, referring them to the Council. A request to dredge a drainage ditch was referred to legal counsel for review of private property easements.

• Approved increasing Harbor Master monthly stipend from $100 to $200 (5-0)
• Adopted Downtown Snow Removal Assessment Resolution and referred to Council (5-0)
• Adopted revised 10.410 Parking Regulated in Inclement Weather Ordinance and referred to Council (5-0)
• Approved $5,000 from snow non-lapsing fund for geomelt tank (5-0)
• Approved $11,000 from Cemetery Perpetual Care Fund for new mower (5-0)
• Approved $33,000 total for Aquatic Center pool filter maintenance, cameras, and gel coating (5-0)
• Approved 2023 DPI Fee Schedule Resolution and referred to Council (5-0)
• Referred drainage ditch dredging request to legal for private property review (5-0)

Finance Committee

The committee will review 2023 budget proposals and tax levy certifications for local school and technical college districts. The meeting also includes discussions regarding fire rescue vehicle replacement costs and updates on several property projects.

• Discussion on Manitowoc Fire Rescue Vehicle Replacement
• Review of 2023 budget proposals and recommendations
• Tax levy certifications for Manitowoc Public School District and Lakeshore Technical College
• Request for a wing blade for truck #51 from the Department of Public Infrastructure
• Updates on the Former Mirro Plant #9 Workforce Housing Project and Lakeshore Mall property

The Finance Committee approved the 2023 budget with changes and forwarded it to the Council. The committee also approved a request for a truck wing blade and placed several financial reports and tax levy certifications on file.

• Approved 2023 budget as presented with changes (4-1)
• Approved CAWG Request for truck #51 wing blade (5-0)
• Placed Manitowoc Fire Rescue Vehicle Replacement request on file (5-0)
• Accepted 3rd Quarter Budget Exceptions Report (5-0)
• Accepted 3rd Quarter Investment Report (5-0)
• Accepted 2022 Poor Fund Report & Distribution (5-0)
• Accepted Manitowoc Public School District FY 2022-2023 Tax Levy Certification (5-0)
• Accepted Lakeshore Technical College FY 2022-2023 Tax Levy Certification (5-0)

Plan Commission

The Plan Commission will consider updates to the floodplain zoning ordinance and hold a public hearing regarding brownfield cleanup alternatives at 1110 Buffalo Street. The meeting also includes reviews of subdivision plats, property purchase requests, and new site plans. Additionally, the commission will receive an update on the Comprehensive Plan Project.

• Public hearing on brownfield cleanup alternatives at 1110 Buffalo Street
• Proposal to repeal and recreate Chapter 15.490 Floodplain Zoning Ordinance
• Final plat review for Creekwood Estates Subdivision on Albert Drive
• Requests to purchase city-owned property near 3309 South 10th Street and Lincoln Park
• Site plans for a warehouse at 1610 N 8th Street and expansion at 838 S 16th Street

The Plan Commission approved an ordinance to repeal and recreate Chapter 15.490 Floodplain Zoning to align with WisDNR model standards. The commission also approved a final plat for the Creekwood Estates subdivision and two city-owned property sales.

• Approved ordinance to repeal and recreate Chapter 15.490 Floodplain Zoning (8-0)
• Approved Final Plat for Creekwood Estates Subdivision on Albert Drive (8-0)
• Approved sale of city-owned property adjacent to 3309 South 10th Street (7-0, 1 abstain)
• Approved sale of city-owned property adjacent to Lincoln Park (8-0)
• Approved August 24, 2022 meeting minutes (8-0)

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will consider a concrete contract for Rheaume Park and review various engineering pay estimates. The meeting also includes discussions on change orders and contractor payroll affidavits.

• Agreement with Gintner Concrete & Masonry, LLC for Rheaume Park ($18,915.00)
• Review of change orders
• Pay estimates for various engineering/public works projects
• Contractor's payroll affidavits

The Board of Public Works approved a concrete project contract and two construction change orders. The board also authorized several pay estimates for watermain and stormwater projects.

• Approved $18,915 agreement with Gintner Concrete & Masonry, LLC for Rheaume Park Concrete Project (6-0)
• Approved Vinton Construction Company change order #1 for 2022 Asphalt Paving II of +$5,555.00 (6-0)
• Approved Kruczek Construction change order #5 for 2022 Watermain Construction South of Viebahn Street of +$2,550.00 (6-0)
• Approved $389,215.00 payment to Kruczek Construction for Watermain Extension South of Viebahn Street (6-0)
• Approved $4,089.46 payment to Strand Associates Inc. for South 14th Street Lift Station and Force (6-0)
• Approved $23,200.00 payment to Strand Associates Inc. for Stormwater Hydrology & Hydraulics (6-0)

Finance Committee

The Manitowoc Finance Committee will meet to discuss and possibly take action on the 2023 budget. This includes reviewing proposed tax levies, tax rates, and capital projects for downtown and parks. The committee will also consider approving minutes from the October 4, 2022 meeting.

• Discussion and possible action on the 2023 budget
• Review of proposed 2023 tax levy and rate
• Review of proposed 2023 capital projects for downtown and parks
• Approval of October 4, 2022 meeting minutes

The committee approved the minutes from the October 4, 2022 meeting. Members discussed the 2023 budget and requested additional information on proposed items for the next meeting.

• Approved October 4, 2022 Finance Committee meeting minutes (4-0)

Library Board

The Manitowoc Public Library Board of Trustees will meet to review September 2022 budget status for Funds 2810 and 2813. The board will also discuss the 2022 Quarter 3 Budget Exception Report and review chapters of the Trustee Manual. Additionally, members will consider approving previous meeting minutes and setting a date for the December meeting.

• Approval of September 26, 2022, meeting minutes
• Review of September 2022 budget status for Funds 2810 and 2813
• Discussion of the 2022 Quarter 3 Budget Exception Report
• Review of October 2022 monthly check register
• Trustee Manual review (Chapters 1 & 2)

The Manitowoc Library Board unanimously approved the September 2022 financial reports and budget status. The board also voted to move the December board meeting from December 26 to December 19, 2022. No other substantive decisions were made; the remainder of the meeting consisted of informational reports and discussion.

• Approved September 2022 meeting minutes (9-0)
• Approved September 2022 budget status and check register (9-0)
• Approved moving December 2022 board meeting to December 19 (9-0)

Common Council

The Common Council will review Mayor Nickels's presentation on the 2023 Executive Budget, including proposed tax rates and capital projects. The agenda also includes a public hearing regarding property assessments for nuisance abatement in Parks Forestry. Additionally, the council will consider various infrastructure tasks and land sale negotiations.

• Presentation of the 2023 Executive Budget including proposed tax levy and rates
• $8,000 request for RRFB crosswalk signage at South 23rd and Dewey Street
• Task order for the South 19th Street Lift Station rehabilitation
• Negotiations regarding land sales in Lincoln Park and Silver Creek Park
• Approval of $3,306,115.54 in general city claims

The Common Council approved $3,306,115.54 in general city claims and authorized negotiations with Tycore for the potential purchase of River Point property. The council also elected Alex Allie to the MPU Commission for a five-year term, awarded a $45,785.27 tree removal contract to Treeo's Tree Service, and referred a nuisance assessment appeal to the Board of Public Works.

• Approved $3,306,115.54 in general city claims and ordered them paid
• Authorized entering negotiations with Tycore for River Point property purchase
• Elected Alex Allie to the MPU Commission for a five-year term ending September 30, 2027
• Awarded 2022 Tree & Stump Removal contract to low bidder Treeo's Tree Service, Inc. for $45,785.27
• Referred Don Klein's nuisance assessment appeal to the Board of Public Works
• Approved task order with Strand Associates for South 19th Street Lift Station Rehabilitation design
• Approved entering negotiations for Lincoln Park land sale to Howe and Silver Creek Park land sale to Hanson
• Approved increasing City Clerk credit card limit from $2,000 to $5,000

Board of Public Works

The Board will review bids for the 2022 Tree & Stump Removal project. They will also consider an $8,185.00 agreement with Maritime Plumbing for water installation at a zoo exhibit. The agenda includes reviews of change orders and pay estimates for various projects.

• Bids for 2022 Tree & Stump Removal (Project #WO-22-26)
• $8,185.00 agreement with Maritime Plumbing for zoo exhibit water installation
• Review of change orders and pay estimates for engineering/public works projects

The Board of Public Works approved an agreement with Maritime Plumbing for water installation to a zoo exhibit at a contract price of $8,185.00. The board also referred bids for the 2022 Tree & Stump Removal project to the Director of Public Infrastructure for tabulation and recommendation. Several pay estimates for various engineering and public works projects were approved, including payments to Vinton Construction and Mike Koenig Construction. The meeting adjourned at 4:05 p.m.

• Approved agreement with Maritime Plumbing for water installation to zoo exhibit, $8,185 (7-0)
• Referred bids for 2022 Tree & Stump Removal to Director of Public Infrastructure (7-0)
• Approved pay estimate #10 for Rahr West Art Museum Elevator Addition & Remodel, $144,627.22 (7-0)
• Approved pay estimate #2 for 2022 Asphaltic Concrete Paving II Program, $290,961.54 (7-0)
• Approved pay estimate #2 for 2022 Concrete Paving I, $405,269.17 (7-0)
• Approved pay estimate #8 for Stormwater Quality Management Plan, $22,305.00 (7-0)
• Approved pay estimate #6 for Watermain Extension South of Viebahn Street, $237,507.36 (7-0)
• Approved pay estimate #2 for 2022 Re-Lining Sewer Project, $132,976.28 (7-0)

Police and Fire Commission

The commission will review September 2022 monthly reports for the police, fire rescue, and building inspection departments. The meeting also includes discussion regarding the Police Department Patrol Lieutenant eligibility list.

• Police Department Patrol Lieutenant eligibility list
• September 2022 Police Department Monthly Report
• September 2022 Fire Rescue Department Monthly Report
• September 2022 Building Inspection Monthly Report

The Police and Fire Commission approved the Police Department Patrol Lieutenant eligibility list for one year. The meeting also included approval of the September 2022 minutes and monthly reports from the Police, Fire Rescue, and Building Inspection departments. No public comment was received.

• Approved Police Department Patrol Lieutenant eligibility list for one year (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including September 2022 minutes and monthly reports (5-0)

Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee will review monthly reports from the police, fire rescue, and building inspection departments. The committee will also consider several traffic safety requests and a proposal for a new electric mobility device ordinance.

• Request to draft an ordinance regarding bicycles, e-bikes, and electric personal assistive mobility devices
• Traffic concerns on Wildwood Drive during Lutheran High School sporting events
• Requests for traffic control signage at Wisconsin Avenue and North 12th, 14th, and 15th Streets
• Request for four-way stops at the intersections of North 8th Street/Huron Street and North 11th Street/Huron Street
• Addressing brush over the alleyway at 1304 Michigan Avenue

The Public Safety Committee approved a consent agenda including monthly reports and minutes, and took action on several items. It directed staff to draft an ordinance for bicycles, e-bikes, and electric personal assistive mobility devices, and to review the parking spot lease agreement for 2023. A brush issue at 1304 Michigan Avenue was referred to departments with a November 30 deadline, while a request for four-way stops at Huron Street intersections was tabled for one year. Other communications were placed on file.

• Approved consent agenda including September 2022 minutes and monthly reports (5-0)
• Directed Building Inspection and Forestry to resolve brush issue at 1304 Michigan Ave by Nov 30, 2022 (5-0)
• Placed on file communication about traffic concern on Wildwood Drive (5-0)
• Placed on file communication about suspended drivers, unregistered vehicles, and no insurance (5-0)
• Approved drafting ordinance for bicycles, e-bikes, and electric personal assistive mobility devices (5-0)
• Approved staff review of parking spot lease agreement for 2023 (5-0)
• Placed on file request for traffic control signage at Wisconsin Ave and N 12th, 14th, 15th (5-0)
• Tabled request for four-way stops at N 8th & Huron and N 11th & Huron for one year (5-0)

Public Infrastructure Committee

The Public Infrastructure Committee will review updates to the Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan and proposed road reconstructions for North Rapids Road and Viebahn Street. The agenda also includes discussions regarding park land sales and various utility-related requests.

• Reconstruction of North Rapids Rd (CTH "R") from Waldo Blvd to North City Limits
• Reconstruction of Viebahn Street (CTH "CL") from S. 10th Street to S. 26th Street
• Land sales for Lincoln Park and Silver Creek Park
• South 19th Street Lift Station Rehabilitation proposal
• Driveway relocation at 1346 Reed Avenue

The Public Infrastructure Committee voted 4-1 to place the Lakeside Blvd multi-use path request on file, effectively rejecting it after residents spoke against it. The committee also approved several other items, including fee waivers, land sale negotiations, and a lift station design contract.

• Lakeside Blvd multi-use path placed on file (4-1)
• Approved fee waiver for Hmong Community Family Ties event (5-0)
• Approved entering negotiations for Lincoln Park land sale with Mike Howe (5-0)
• Approved entering negotiations for Silver Creek Park land sale with Hanson (5-0)
• Approved use of donation tube funds to install water to Llama Barn (5-0)
• Approved task order with Strand Associates for S. 19th Street Lift Station rehab (5-0)
• Approved reallocation of funding for DPW mezzanine system (5-0)
• Approved forestry fee increase for tree replacement (5-0)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will review a potential property purchase for River Point and receive an update on the Former Mirro Plant #9 Workforce Housing Project. The committee will also consider increasing the City Clerk's credit card limit and a claim for sewer repairs.

• Review of potential River Point property purchase
• Update on Former Mirro Plant #9 Workforce Housing Project
• Increase City Clerk credit card limit from $2,000 to $5,000
• RRFB crosswalk signage at South 23rd & Dewey Street
• $9,679.87 claim for sewer backup at 2304 S 13th Street

The committee voted 5-0 to recommend Alex Allie for a 5-year term on the MPU Commission. It also approved increasing the City Clerk credit card limit from $2,000 to $5,000, and approved $8,000 for RRFB crosswalk signage at South 23rd & Dewey Street. In closed session, the committee voted 3-2 to offer a $4,840 payment on a $9,679.87 sewer backup claim at 2304 S 13th Street.

• Recommended Alex Allie for a 5-year term on the MPU Commission (5-0).
• Approved increasing the City Clerk credit card limit from $2,000 to $5,000 (5-0).
• Approved $8,000 for RRFB crosswalk signage at South 23rd & Dewey Street (5-0).
• Accepted and placed on file the claims report for January–September 2022 (5-0).
• Accepted and placed on file the 3rd Quarter CAWG Listing Report (5-0).
• Accepted and placed on file the 3rd Quarter Fraud Detection and Prevention Report (5-0).
• Approved the Granicus Renewal Agreement for December 1, 2022 to November 30, 2023 (5-0).
• Voted 3-2 to offer a $4,840 payment on the VANDENHOUTEN sewer backup claim ($9,679.87).

Personnel Committee

The committee will discuss a grievance from Teamsters Local No. 662 regarding Manitowoc Transit. The agenda also includes reviewing 2023 benefit plan recommendations and human resources legal fees.

• Teamsters Local No. 662 grievance hearing and discussion
• 2023 benefit plan recommendations
• Review of legal fees for Human Resources
• Teamsters Local No. 662 transit contract negotiations

The Personnel Committee approved the consent agenda, including minutes and reports, with a 5-0 vote. No action was taken on a Teamsters grievance hearing, transit contract negotiations, or 2023 benefit plan recommendations; these items were deferred to the November meeting. The committee also convened in closed session to discuss the grievance and contract negotiations.

• Approved consent agenda items 22-0811 through 22-0814 (5-0)
• No action taken on Teamsters Local No. 662 grievance (deferred to November)
• No action taken on Teamsters Local No. 662 transit contract negotiations (deferred to November)
• No action taken on 2023 benefit plan recommendations

Common Council

The Common Council is meeting to review committee reports and take action on agenda items. The session includes a resolution for the 2023 employee health care plan and municipal water agreements with various property owners.

• Resolution 22-0819 to approve USI recommended Employee Health Care Plan for 2023
• 22-0845 Municipal Water Agreements with Various Property Owners

The Common Council adopted the 2023 employee health care plan (option 3) recommended by USI, with a 9-1 vote. It also approved municipal water agreements with various property owners unanimously.

• Approved USI recommended 2023 employee health care plan option 3 (9-1)
• Approved municipal water agreements with various property owners (10-0)

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will consider a request to rescind a special assessment for access to South 41st Street at 4023 Custer Street. The agenda also includes reviews of change orders and pay estimates for various engineering and public works projects.

• Request to rescind Special Assessment for 4023 Custer Street
• Review of change orders
• Pay estimates for various engineering/public works projects
• Contractor's payroll affidavits

The Board of Public Works approved multiple change orders for ongoing projects, including traffic signals, sidewalk replacement, watermain construction, and wayfinding signs. They also approved a series of pay estimates for various engineering and public works projects totaling over $1.4 million. A request to rescind a special assessment for access to South 41st Street was denied, with the board offering the property owner an alternative option.

• Approved change orders: Bodart Electric ($45,062.93), Highway Landscapers (+$3,127.52), Kruczek Construction (+$23,540.00), BC Signs & Graphics (+$3,812.20)
• Approved pay estimates for 16 projects, including Highway Landscapers, Strand Associates, Mike Koenig Construction, and others
• Denied request to rescind special assessment for 4023 Custer Street; offered owner option to close Custer Street access and pay assessment difference

Library Board

The Manitowoc Public Library Board will review the 2023 budget and August 2022 financial reports. The board also plans to discuss pandemic protocols and trustee manual reviews. Additionally, members will address an appeal related to the library's challenged materials policy.

• Review of 2023 budget and August 2002 budget status for Funds 2810 and 2813
• Discussion and possible action on pandemic protocols
• Action on Dawn Erdmann's appeal regarding the Challenged Materials Policy
• Consideration of 'Step Up' recognition for interim department head duties
• Approval of minutes from August 22 and September 7 meetings

The Manitowoc Public Library Board approved the 2023 budget as presented, accepted revised pandemic response protocols, and denied a request for reconsideration appeal regarding challenged materials. The board also approved the August 2022 meeting minutes and financial reports. A closed session was held to discuss interim duties recognition, but no action was taken afterward.

• Approved August 2022 regular board and finance committee minutes (9-0)
• Approved August 2022 budget status reports and September 2022 check register (9-0)
• Approved 2023 budget as presented (9-0)
• Approved revised pandemic response protocols as written (9-0)
• Denied request for reconsideration appeal (8-1)
• Convened in closed session for interim duties recognition (9-0)
• Reconvened in open session with no action taken on interim duties

Common Council

The Common Council will hold public hearings regarding a proposed transitional housing warming shelter at 502 N. 8th Street and a zoning change for 4009 Viebahn Street. The council will also review committee reports on sewer contracts, city claims, and various event approvals.

• Public hearing for a proposed transitional housing warming shelter at 502 N. 8th Street
• Proposed rezoning of 4009 Viebahn Street from R-1 to I-1
• Contract award to Northern Pipe, Inc. for $49,915.87 for sewer televising
• Approval of $9,292,389.02 in general city claims
• Ordinance to set the Mayoral Salary for the 2025-2028 term

The Common Council approved a conditional use permit for a transitional housing warming shelter at 502 N. 8th Street, operated by Manitowoc Cooperative Ministry and First Presbyterian Church. The vote was unanimous (9-0). The council also approved a rezoning of 4009 Viebahn Street from R-1 Residential-Agricultural to I-1 Light Industrial for Seehafer Broadcasting Corporation, and adopted amendments to zoning code setbacks from major streets.

• Approved conditional use permit for transitional housing warming shelter at 502 N. 8th St. (9-0)
• Approved rezoning of 4009 Viebahn St. from R-1 to I-1 Light Industrial (9-0)
• Adopted text amendments to Zoning Code Section 15.390(14) Setbacks from Major Streets (9-0)
• Approved amendment to Manitowoc Tool & Manufacturing LLC development agreement (8-0, 1 abstain)
• Approved resolution for revised pandemic protocols policy (9-0)
• Approved payouts of old sick leave banks to Wastewater Treatment Facility employees (9-0)
• Adopted ordinance setting mayoral salary at Grade Q Market Rate for 2025-2028 term (9-0)
• Approved Hecker Road and Viebahn Street utility, stormwater and street design proposal (9-0)

Police and Fire Commission

The commission will review August 2022 monthly reports for the police, fire rescue, and building inspection departments. The meeting also includes a discussion and possible action regarding the Police Department Patrol Officer Eligibility List.

• Police Department Patrol Officer Eligibility List
• August 2022 Police Department Monthly Report
• August 2022 Fire Rescue Department Monthly Report
• August 2022 Building Inspection Monthly Report

The Police and Fire Commission approved the August 2022 police and fire monthly reports, the August building inspection report, and the prior meeting minutes. The main action was approving the Police Department's patrol officer eligibility list for one year. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

• Approved August 2022 Police and Fire Commission minutes (5-0)
• Approved August 2022 Police Department monthly report (5-0)
• Approved August 2022 Fire Rescue Department monthly report (5-0)
• Approved August 2022 Building Inspection monthly report (5-0)
• Approved Police Department patrol officer eligibility list for 1 year (5-0)

Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee will review a presentation regarding Bird Rides scooters and consider an ordinance to amend heavy traffic routes. The agenda also includes discussions on stop sign placement at S. 12th Street and requests for new flashing beacon signs.

• Bird Rides Scooter presentation/discussion
• Yield/stop sign discussion at S. 12th St and Flambeau St
• Request for Rapid Flashing Beacon signs at S. 23rd St and Dewey St
• Ordinance to amend section 10.750 regarding heavy traffic routes
• Extension of no parking zone at New York Ave. and N. 11th St.

The Public Safety Committee denied a LifeQuest billing dispute (5-0) and approved an ordinance amending heavy traffic routes, referring it to the City Council. It also placed a Bird scooter presentation on file, denied a request for stop/yield signs at South 12th and Flambeau streets, approved out-of-state K9 handler training, and referred a request for rapid-flashing beacon signs to the Finance Committee. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

• Denied LifeQuest billing dispute (5-0)
• Approved ordinance amending heavy traffic routes, referred to Council (5-0)
• Placed Bird scooter presentation on file (5-0)
• Denied request for stop/yield signs at S. 12th & Flambeau St. (5-0)
• Approved out-of-state travel for K9 handler training (5-0)
• Referred request for rapid-flashing beacon signs at S. 23rd & Dewey St. to Finance Committee (5-0)
• Placed extension of no-parking zone at New York Ave. & N. 11th St. on file (5-0)

Personnel Committee

The Personnel Committee will review recommendations for the 2023 health care plan. Members will also discuss updating Covid-19 protocols and setting budget directives for the Mayor. The committee may also consider contract negotiations with Teamsters Local No. 662.

• Presentation of 2023 health care plan recommendations
• Request to update Covid-19 protocols
• Request to pay out WWTF old sick leave banks
• Discussion on Mayor's salary for 2025-2028
• Transit contract negotiations with Teamsters Local No. 662

The Personnel Committee approved updates to the city's COVID-19 protocols and authorized payout of old sick leave bank balances for Wastewater Treatment Facility employees transitioning to Manitowoc Public Utilities. Both items were referred to the full Council for final approval. The committee also voted to place the mayor's salary on the city compensation plan at Grade Q, Market Rate/Mid Point, with annual adjustments. A presentation on 2023 health care plan recommendations was heard but no action taken; the item will go to Council for discussion.

• Approved update to COVID-19 protocols within Pandemic Response Protocols Policy, referred to Council (5-0)
• Approved payout of WWTF old sick leave bank balances for employees on last city paycheck, referred to Council (5-0)
• Approved placing mayor's salary on City Compensation Plan at Grade Q, Market Rate/Mid Point, with annual adjustments, referred to Council (5-0)
• Placed on file committee budget directives to the Mayor for 2023
• No action on USI health care plan recommendations; item to go to Council for discussion

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will review bids for the 2022 Televising Miscellaneous Sewers II project. The meeting also includes discussions regarding change orders and pay estimates for various public works projects.

• Bids for 2022 Televising Miscellaneous Sewers II, Project #WU-22-25
• Review of change orders
• Pay estimates for various engineering/public works projects
• Contractor's payroll affidavits

The Board of Public Works voted unanimously to refer sewer televising bids to the Director of Public Infrastructure for review, approved two change orders totaling $49,990.95, and authorized six pay estimates for various engineering and public works projects totaling $1,125,872.65. No payroll affidavits were submitted. The meeting adjourned at 4:06 p.m.

• Referred bids for 2022 Televising Miscellaneous Sewers II to the Director of Public Infrastructure for tabulation and recommendation (unanimous).
• Approved Change Order #2 for Vinton Construction Company on the 2022 South 14th Street Lift Station project, adding $34,110.00.
• Approved Change Order #1 and Final for Century Fence Company on the 2022 Epoxy Pavement Marking Program, adding $15,880.95.
• Approved payment of $188,596.93 to Vinton Construction for the S. 14th Street Lift Station and Force Main project (Est. #1).
• Approved payment of $122,204.87 to Fahrner Asphalt Sealers for the Seal Coat Program (Est. #1).
• Approved payment of $251,561.28 to Insituform Technologies for the 2022 Re-Lining Sewer Project (Est. #1).
• Approved payment of $186,513.93 to Vinton Construction for Sanitary Construction (Est. #1).
• Approved payment of $303,245.78 to Kruczek Construction for the Watermain Extension South of Viebahn Street (Est. #4).

Library Board Finance Committee

The Finance Committee is scheduled to review the 2023 Manitowoc Public Library budget. The meeting also includes discussions regarding communications from the library's management team.

• Review of the 2023 MPL Budget
• Discussion of communications from library management

The Finance Committee voted to recommend the 2023 budget as amended, using $20,000 from the Reserve Fund Balance to reduce the Property Tax line by the same amount. The motion passed 4-0. The committee also convened in closed session to discuss management communications but took no action.

• Approved amended 2023 budget, reducing property tax by $20,000 via Reserve Fund (4-0)
• Convened in closed session for management discussion (4-0)
• Reconvened in open session with no action taken

Public Infrastructure Committee

The Public Infrastructure Committee will discuss several infrastructure proposals and requests. Agenda items include traffic options for South 22nd Street and a utility design proposal for Hecker Road and Viebahn Street.

• Utility, stormwater, and street design proposal for Hecker Road and Viebahn Street
• Request to rescind special assessment for 4023 Custer Street
• Hamann Construction request to build over an easement at 2901 Calumet Avenue
• Traffic options for the 900 block of South 22nd Street
• Drainage ditch discussion for Last Court, Knuell Street, and Herman Road

The Public Infrastructure Committee approved a proposal to contract RA Smith for utility, stormwater, and street design services for the Hecker Road and Viebahn Street area, referring it to council. They also approved a request from Hamann Construction to build over an easement at 2901 Calumet Avenue, contingent on an agreement drafted by the City Attorney. A request to rescind a special assessment for 4023 Custer Street was referred to the Board of Public Works. The committee tabled a drainage ditch item until November and took no action on Custer Street terrace reseeding.

• Approved RA Smith design proposal for Hecker/Viebahn utility, stormwater, and street design, referred to council (4-0)
• Approved Hamann Construction request to build over easement at 2901 Calumet Ave, with agreement to be drafted, referred to council (5-0)
• Referred request to rescind special assessment for 4023 Custer St to Board of Public Works (5-0)
• Approved inviting property owners of 900 block S. 22nd St to October meeting to discuss traffic options (5-0)
• Tabled Last Court/Knuell Street/Herman Road drainage ditch until November
• Took no action on Custer Street terrace weed spraying and reseeding plan

Room Tax Commission

The commission will review tourism reports and room tax collections. It will also consider a potential partnership with Two Rivers for the 2023 Visitor Guide and discuss the proposed 2023 Room Tax Budget.

• Discussion of 2023 Room Tax Budget
• Possible action on partnering with Two Rivers for 2023 Visitor Guide
• Report from Director of Tourism Initiatives
• Review of September 2022 Room Tax Collection Report

The Room Tax Commission unanimously approved the 2023 Room Tax Budget and voted to partner with Two Rivers for the 2023 Visitor Guide, subject to final agreement. The Director of Tourism Initiatives was directed to move forward with renting a property for a temporary Visitor Center. The Room Tax Collection Report for September 2022 was accepted and placed on file.

• Approved 2023 Room Tax Budget (motion by Sitkiewitz, seconded by Czekala, 5-0).
• Approved partnership with Two Rivers for 2023 Visitor Guide, subject to final agreement (motion by Brey, seconded by Sitkiewitz, 5-0).
• Accepted and placed on file the Room Tax Collection Report for September 2022 (motion by Sitkiewitz, seconded by Czekala, 5-0).
• Approved minutes from August 1, 2022 meeting (motion by Sitkiewitz, seconded by Czekala, 5-0).
• Director of Tourism Initiatives directed to move forward with renting a property for a temporary Visitor Center (discussion item, no formal vote recorded).

Common Council

The Common Council will review reports from the Finance and Public Infrastructure Committees. This includes a procurement policy for federal funds and an ARPA agreement with Manitowoc County for a water main extension. The council will also consider municipal water agreements with various property owners.

• Procurement policy for expenditure of federal funds (22-0725)
• ARPA agreement with Manitowoc County for Phase 1 Water Main Extension (22-0726)
• Municipal water agreements with various property owners (22-0727)

The Common Council unanimously approved a new procurement policy for federal funds and an ARPA subrecipient agreement with Manitowoc County for a Phase 1 water main extension. They also entered into a water agreement with various property owners. All votes were 10-0.

• Approved Procurement Policy for Expenditure of Federal Funds (10-0)
• Approved ARPA Subrecipient Agreement with Manitowoc County for Phase 1 Water Main Extension (10-0)
• Approved Municipal Water Agreements with Various Property Owners (10-0)

Finance Committee

The committee will review recommendations for the Mayor's proposed 2023 budget. Members will also consider a liquor license application for Sack Realty LLC and an amendment to the Manitowoc Tool & Manufacturing LLC development agreement.

• Recommendations for the Mayor's Proposed 2023 Budget
• Class B liquor license application for Sack Realty LLC (dba Train Wreck) at 835 S 15th Street
• Amendment to Manitowoc Tool & Manufacturing LLC development agreement
• Memorandum of Understanding with Partners for Community Development
• S & C Lowe's Home Centers, LLC tax assessment summons and complaint

The Finance Committee unanimously approved an amendment to the Manitowoc Tool & Manufacturing LLC development agreement, including a possible amendment for the pond. The committee also approved a memorandum of understanding with Partners for Community Development, a liquor license for Train Wreck at 835 S 15th Street, and referred a tax assessment summons for S & C Lowe's Home Centers to legal counsel. The mayor's proposed 2023 budget was placed on file without action.

• Approved amendment to Manitowoc Tool & Manufacturing LLC development agreement (5-0)
• Approved memorandum of understanding with Partners for Community Development (5-0)
• Approved Class B liquor license for Sack Realty LLC dba Train Wreck at 835 S 15th Street (5-0)
• Placed mayor's proposed 2023 budget on file (5-0)
• Referred S & C Lowe's Home Centers tax assessment summons to legal counsel (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes from prior meetings (5-0)

Plan Commission

The Manitowoc Plan Commission will consider a conditional use permit for a transitional housing warming shelter at 502 N. 8th Street. The meeting also includes a rezoning request for property on Viebahn Street and an amendment to the zoning code regarding setbacks from major streets.

• Conditional Use Permit for a warming shelter at 502 N. 8th Street
• Rezoning of 4009 Viebahn Street from R-1 to I-1
• Amendment to Zoning Code regarding setbacks from major streets
• Quit Claim Deeds for portions of Viebahn Street, S. 39th Street, N. Rapids Road, and Plank Road
• Site plan reviews for Pizza Hut, J-Mart, and Kwik Trip

The Plan Commission approved a conditional use permit for First Presbyterian Church to operate a 12-bed transitional housing warming shelter at 502 N. 8th Street, and referred it to the city council. The commission also approved rezoning 4009 Viebahn Street from residential-agricultural to light industrial for a commercial warehouse, and approved several quit claim deeds related to road dedications for the FedEx project and a new convenience store. All votes were 6-0.

• Approved conditional use permit for 12-bed transitional housing warming shelter at 502 N. 8th St. (6-0)
• Approved rezoning of 4009 Viebahn St. from R-1 Residential-Agricultural to I-1 Light Industrial (6-0)
• Approved assignment of conditional use permit for 960 N. Rapids Road to Rivers Bend Property Holdings, LLC (6-0)
• Approved amendment to zoning code Chapter 15.390(14) adding setbacks for Clipper Drive, Expo Drive, S. 41st Street, and Bayshore Drive (6-0)
• Approved quit claim deed for Viebahn Street, S. 39th Street, and un-named east/west street (Setzer Properties) (6-0)
• Approved quit claim deed for N. Rapids Road (JAI Petroleum) (6-0)
• Approved quit claim deed for Plank Road (JAI Petroleum) (6-0)

Library Board

The Manitowoc Public Library Board of Trustees will review July 2022 financial reports and administrative highlights. The board will also consider the proposed 2023 budget, committee appointments, and a 2023 Resource Library Agreement.

• Review of the proposed 2023 budget
• Action on the 2023 Resource Library Agreement
• After-hours event request for December 10, 2022
• Approval of July and August 2022 meeting minutes
• Review of July 2022 budget status for Funds 2810 and 2813

The Manitowoc Library Board unanimously approved the proposed 2023 budget and referred it to the Library Finance Committee. The board also approved the July 2022 financial reports, minutes from previous meetings, an after-hours event request for December 10, 2022, the 2023 Resource Library Agreement, and a recommendation to be excluded from the City's Acceptable Use Policy while developing a library-specific policy. All votes were 9-0.

• Approved minutes of July 25, 2022 regular meeting and August 1, 2022 special meeting (9-0)
• Approved July 2022 budget status reports (Fund 2810 and 2813) and monthly check register (9-0)
• Referred proposed 2023 Budget to Library Finance Committee (9-0)
• Approved after-hours event request for December 10, 2022 (9-0)
• Approved Resource Library Agreement 2023 (9-0)
• Approved recommendation to be excluded from City Acceptable Use Policy and to develop library-specific policy (9-0)

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will meet to discuss various engineering and public works projects. The agenda includes reviewing change orders, pay estimates, and contractor's payroll affidavits.

• Review of change orders
• Pay estimates for various engineering/public works projects
• Contractor's payroll affidavits

The Board of Public Works approved a $46,650 change order for 2022 watermain construction south of Viebahn Street, along with several other change orders and pay estimates for various engineering and public works projects. All votes were unanimous (5-0). No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved Kruczek Construction change order #3 for $46,650 (5-0)
• Approved Vinton Construction change order #1 for $35,284.80 (5-0)
• Approved Vinton Construction change order #2 for -$20,293.41 (5-0)
• Approved Vinton Construction change order #1 for $1,302.40 (5-0)
• Approved pay estimates totaling $561,700.52 for various projects (5-0)

Common Council

The Manitowoc Common Council will meet to conduct officer oaths, make committee appointments, and consider various city business. Key items include approving several large-scale construction bids for the library and city hall, as well as reviewing significant city claims totaling over $5.4 million.

• Bids for City Hall re-roofing ($179,361) and Public Library re-roofing ($225,543)
• Approval of July and August city claims totaling over $5.4 million
• Request for $25,000 for a Comprehensive Parks & Rec Plan
• New wireless service agreement with Cellcom
• Oath of office for new police officers Baughman and Shillcox

The Common Council approved the consent agenda, including $2.48 million in July and August claims, and adopted several ordinances, including a revised sign code and a salary increase for council members to $355 per month starting in 2023. It also approved a demolition permit for the Holy Family Convent, a lead service line program agreement, and various infrastructure contracts.

• Approved consent agenda including $2,476,609.42 July claims and $2,988,365.82 August claims (9-0)
• Adopted ordinance amending Section 3.010(8) to set council member salary at $355/month (8-1, Brey nay)
• Adopted ordinance revising Chapter 31 regulating signs (9-0)
• Approved demolition permit for Holy Family Convent at 2406 S. Alverno Road (9-0)
• Adopted ordinance regulating parking in Fisherman's Lot at WWTF (9-0)
• Approved agreement with Godfrey and Kahn S.C. for Mirro site remediation (9-0)
• Approved financial assistance agreement for 2022 Lead Service Line Program (9-0)
• Approved Harbor Assistance Program grant application resolution (9-0)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will discuss potential litigation related to City Claim L21-00122 for 2 Maritime Drive. The committee may also discuss properties located at Johnston Drive and East Magnolia Avenue.

• Potential litigation on City Claim L21-00122 (2 Maritime Drive)
• Discussion of properties at Johnston Drive and East Magnolia Avenue

The Committee of the Whole convened in closed session to discuss potential litigation on City Claim L21-00122 regarding property at 2 Maritime Drive and properties at Johnston Drive and East Magnolia Avenue. After reconvening in open session, no action was taken on either item. The meeting was adjourned.

• Convened in closed session for litigation and property discussions (10-0)
• Reconvened in open session (10-0)
• No action on potential litigation for City Claim L21-00122
• No action on properties at Johnston Drive and East Magnolia Avenue

Police and Fire Commission

The Police and Fire Commission will review monthly reports for the Police, Fire Rescue, and Building Inspection departments from June and July 2022. The meeting also includes discussion regarding the Police Department Patrol Officer Eligibility List.

• Police Department Patrol Officer Eligibility List
• June and July 2022 Police Department Monthly Reports
• June and July 2022 Fire Rescue Department Monthly Reports
• June and July 2022 Building Inspection Monthly Reports

The Manitowoc Police and Fire Commission approved the consent agenda, which included the June and July 2022 monthly reports from the Police, Fire Rescue, and Building Inspection departments, as well as the June 2022 meeting minutes. The commission also approved the Police Department patrol officer eligibility list for one year. All votes were unanimous with 3 ayes and 2 excused.

• Approved consent agenda including monthly reports and June minutes (3-0, 2 excused)
• Approved Police Department patrol officer eligibility list for one year (3-0, 2 excused)

Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee will review monthly reports for the police, fire rescue, and building inspection departments. The committee will discuss amendments to sign ordinances and the parking of recreational vehicles on city streets. They will also consider a demolition permit for a structure exceeding 100,000 cubic feet at 2406 S. Alverno Road.

• Ordinance to amend Chapter 31 of the MMC regulating signs
• Request from Manitowoc Fire Rescue Department for an LP-15 cardiac monitor
• Discussion regarding yield/stop signs at South 12th Street and Flambeau Street
• Discussion regarding parking recreational vehicles on City streets
• Demolition permit request for a structure over 100,000 cubic feet at 2406 S. Alverno Road

The Public Safety Committee approved several items including amendments to the sign code, a request for a cardiac monitor for the Fire Rescue Department, and a demolition permit for a large structure. They also discussed parking of recreational vehicles on city streets and requested a traffic count for South 12th and Flambeau Street before making a decision on stop signs.

• Approved consent agenda including July 2022 minutes, police, fire, building inspection reports, raze/repair update, and blight program fund update (5-0)
• Approved ordinance amending Chapter 31 sign code and referred to Council (5-0)
• Approved CAWG request for LP-15 cardiac monitor for Fire Rescue Department and referred to Council (5-0)
• Approved demolition permit for structure at 2406 S. Alverno Road and referred to Council (5-0)
• Discussed RV parking on city streets; kept file open pending attorney review for ordinance drafting
• Discussed yield/stop signs at S. 12th and Flambeau; requested traffic count before recommendation

Common Council

The Common Council will review committee reports regarding public safety, infrastructure, and finance. Items include updates to street ordinances and inter-municipal water service agreements.

• Ordinance to amend regulations for arterial streets, three-way stops, one-way streets, and parking
• Final payment of $18,350.50 to Automated Energy Solutions, Inc. for a building automation upgrade
• Amended inter-municipal water service agreement with the Towns of Manitowoc and Newton
• Bids received for the River Point Riverbank Project and sidewalk replacement program
• Request from Brix Place LLC for an event premise extension

The Common Council approved an ordinance amending traffic regulations for arterial streets, three-way stops, one-way streets, and parking prohibitions. It also awarded a sidewalk replacement contract to Highway Landscapers Inc for $29,987.50, rejected and re-bid the River Point Riverbank Project, and approved several water service agreements and payments.

• Approved Brix Place LLC premise extension for Aug 15 event (7-0)
• Adopted ordinance amending sections 10.150, 10.210, 10.290, 10.390 (7-0)
• Awarded sidewalk replacement contract to Highway Landscapers Inc for $29,987.50 (7-0)
• Rejected bids for River Point Riverbank Project and re-bid (7-0)
• Approved 8th/final payment of $18,350.50 to Automated Energy Solutions Inc (7-0)
• Adopted resolution to provide municipal water outside city limits (7-0)
• Entered amended inter-municipal water service agreement with Town of Manitowoc and Town of Newton (7-0)
• Entered municipal water installment agreements with property owners (7-0)

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will consider bids for playground equipment, riverbank work, and tennis court resurfacing. The meeting also includes reviews of change orders and pay estimates for various engineering and public works projects.

• Rebid for Playground Equipment for Parks (Project #WB-22-20R)
• Bids for River Point Riverbank Project (Project #WS-22-23)
• Bids for Lincoln Park Tennis Court Resurface Project (Project #WS-22-24)
• Review of change orders
• Review of pay estimates for various engineering and public works projects

The Board of Public Works referred bids for playground equipment, the River Point riverbank project, and Lincoln Park tennis court resurfacing to the Director of Public Infrastructure for tabulation and recommendation. It also approved a change order for the Camp Vits parking lot and trail project and approved multiple pay estimates for various engineering and public works projects.

• Referred Lee Recreation playground equipment bid of $113,731.00 for review (7-0)
• Referred Vinton Construction riverbank project bid of $3,921,670.56 for review (7-0)
• Referred Munson, Inc. tennis court resurfacing bid of $53,719.00 for review (7-0)
• Approved change order #1 for Vinton Construction, Camp Vits parking lot & trail, +$5,816.29 (7-0)
• Approved pay estimates totaling $733,845.07 for various projects (7-0)

Public Infrastructure Committee

The Public Infrastructure Committee will discuss several items regarding city services and infrastructure. This includes potential transit scheduling changes, traffic pattern adjustments on South 22nd Street, and various driveway and maintenance requests.

• Potential one-way traffic change for the 900 block of South 22nd Street
• Reduction in transit scheduling due to staffing shortages
• Request for crosswalk light installation at Alliance Laundry
• Chief's Football Field expansion request
• Stormwater management facility maintenance agreements

The Public Infrastructure Committee approved several consent agenda items, including driveway widenings for Color Craft and Sadoff Iron and Metal, a grass restoration along Waldo Boulevard, and a preliminary expansion discussion for the Chiefs' football field. It also approved a resolution to provide municipal water to properties outside city limits and referred it to council. The committee discussed the wrong-way traffic issue on South 22nd Street and decided to bring options back to the next meeting.

• Approved Waldo Blvd grass treatment and reseeding (3-1)
• Approved 70' driveway at Color Craft, 5631 West Drive (4-0)
• Approved 63' driveway at Sadoff Iron and Metal (4-0)
• Approved preliminary Chiefs' Football Field expansion discussion (4-0)
• Approved crosswalk lights for Alliance Laundry (4-0)
• Approved transit scheduling reduction if needed (4-0)
• Approved resolution for municipal water outside city limits, referred to council (4-0)
• Approved Maritime Bluff and Shoreline Restoration Plan (4-0)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will review second quarter budget, investment, and claims reports. The committee will also consider equipment and plan requests from the Fire Rescue and Parks & Rec departments.

• Wireless Telecommunications Equipment and Service Agreement with Cellcom (2022-2024)
• Request for an LP-15 Cardiac Monitor from Manitowoc Fire Rescue Department
• Request for a Comprehensive Parks & Rec Plan from the Parks & Rec Department
• Review of 2nd Quarter 2022 Budget Exception and Investment Reports
• Update on the vacant Finance Director position

The Finance Committee approved the consent agenda and several action items, including requests for a cardiac monitor, a parks and recreation plan, a wireless agreement with Cellcom, and a tourism credit card. All votes were unanimous (4-0). No action was taken on the vacant Finance Director position update.

• Approved consent agenda including July 5, 2022 minutes (4-0)
• Accepted 2nd Quarter Budget Exception Report (4-0)
• Accepted 2nd Quarter 2022 Investment Report (4-0)
• Accepted Claims Report January-June 2022 (4-0)
• Approved CAWG request for LP-15 Cardiac Monitor (4-0)
• Approved CAWG request for Comprehensive Parks & Rec Plan (4-0)
• Referred US District Court summons to CVMIC (4-0)
• Approved Wireless Telecommunications Agreement with Cellcom (4-0)

Room Tax Commission

The Room Tax Commission will review tourism reports and the progress of Visit Manitowoc projects. The commission will also consider requests for a CRM upgrade and funding for downtown holiday decorations. Members may also discuss a future Visitor Information Center in closed session.

• Update on Visit Manitowoc visual identity and website projects
• Request to approve Simpleview CRM Upgrade from Web-Only to Basic
• Request for funds for downtown holiday decorations
• Discussion regarding a future Visitor Information Center
• Update on MAVCB lawsuit

The Room Tax Commission approved up to $75,000 for downtown holiday decorations and approved a CRM software upgrade. Several reports were received with no action, and the commission discussed but took no action on the MAVCB lawsuit and future Visitor Information Center. The next meeting was set for September 6, 2022.

• Approved Simpleview CRM upgrade from Web-Only to Basic (5-0)
• Approved up to $75,000 for downtown holiday decorations (5-0)
• Approved minutes from June 6, 2022 meeting (5-0)
• Set next meeting for September 6, 2022 at 4:30 PM

Personnel Committee

The committee will review human resources initiatives and legal fees for Human Resources. Members will also discuss aldermanic compensation. Additionally, the committee will address Teamsters Local No. 662 transit contract negotiations.

• Discussion of aldermanic compensation
• Review of legal fees billed to Human Resources
• Quarterly report on health plans
• Teamsters Local No. 662 transit contract negotiations
• Reports on HR and City Attorney's Office initiatives

The Personnel Committee approved a motion to increase monthly alder compensation from $260 to $450, effective after the next election, and referred it to the council. The committee also approved the consent agenda, which included routine reports and minutes. A closed session was held for transit contract negotiations with Teamsters Local No. 662, but no update was provided upon reconvening.

• Approved increase in alder compensation to $450/month, referred to council (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda including June 6 minutes and HR/legal reports (4-0)
• Convened closed session for Teamsters transit contract negotiations (4-0)
• Reconvened in open session with no update on transit negotiations (4-0)

Library Board

The Manitowoc Public Library Board of Trustees is holding a special meeting to address the Executive Director position. The board may enter a closed session to discuss filling the role and reconvene in open session for discussion or possible action regarding an appointment.

• Discussion regarding filling the Executive Director position
• Possible action on the appointment of an Executive Director

The Manitowoc Public Library Board held a special meeting on August 1, 2022, and voted unanimously to hire Karin Adams as Executive Director, with a start date of September 19, 2022, and an annual salary of $90,000. The board also convened in closed session to discuss the position before reconvening in open session to take the vote. The meeting adjourned at 5:16 p.m.

• Approved hiring Karin Adams as Executive Director, start date September 19, 2022, annual salary $90,000 (8-0)
• Convened in closed session to discuss filling the Executive Director position (8-0)
• Reconvened in open session (8-0)
• Adjourned at 5:16 p.m. (8-0)

Library Board

The board will nominate and elect officers for the 2022-2023 term. The meeting includes reviews of June 2022 budget status for Funds 2810 and 2813, as well as discussion on library bylaws. Members will also discuss the 2022 Quarter 2 Budget Exception Report.

• Election of 2022-2023 officers
• Review of June 2022 budget status for Funds 2810 and 2813
• Discussion regarding library bylaws correspondence
• Discussion of the 2022 Quarter 2 Budget Exception Report
• Approval of June 27 and July 11 meeting minutes

The Manitowoc Public Library Board elected officers for 2022-2023, re-electing Chris Able as President and Patrick Neuenfeldt as Vice-President, with Scott McMeans as Treasurer. The board approved the June 27 regular meeting minutes and July 11 personnel committee minutes, as well as the June 2022 budget status reports and July 2022 check register. A motion to amend the MPL Bylaws with county-suggested changes failed for lack of a second.

• Elected officers for 2022-2023: President Chris Able, Vice-President Patrick Neuenfeldt, Treasurer Scott McMeans (7-0)
• Approved minutes of June 27 regular meeting and July 11 personnel committee meeting (7-0)
• Approved June 2022 budget status reports (Funds 2810, 2813) and July 2022 check register (7-0)
• Motion to amend MPL Bylaws with county-suggested changes failed for lack of a second

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will discuss and possibly take action on several items, including a construction agreement for harbor repairs. The agenda also includes reviews of change orders, pay estimates, and contractor payroll affidavits.

• $16,400 agreement with McMullen & Pitz Construction Company for steel sheet pile wall repairs in Manitowoc Harbor
• Review of change orders
• Pay estimates for various engineering and public works projects
• Contractor's payroll affidavits

The Board of Public Works approved an agreement with McMullen & Pitz Construction Company for repairs to the steel sheet pile wall in Manitowoc Harbor at a contract price of $16,400. The board also approved multiple pay estimates for various engineering and public works projects, totaling over $900,000. No change orders or contractor payroll affidavits were considered.

• Approved $16,400 contract with McMullen & Pitz for harbor wall repairs (5-0)
• Approved pay estimates for Vinton Construction projects totaling $336,126.86
• Approved $298,502.46 pay estimate for Kruczek Construction watermain extension
• Approved $96,148.17 pay estimate for Rahr-West Art Museum elevator addition
• Approved $68,050.00 final pay estimate for McMullen & Pitz boat dock fender system
• Approved $46,109.00 final pay estimate for Fortress Fence baseball diamond fencing
• Approved $13,991.00 pay estimate for Schaus Mechanical concession stand countertops
• Approved $30,310.00 final pay estimate for Raiserite Concrete bridge void filling

Public Safety Committee

The committee will review monthly reports for the police, fire, and building inspection departments. Members will also consider requests for K-9 fund distribution and fire rescue equipment. Additionally, the committee will discuss parking restrictions at the Waste Water Treatment Facility lot.

• Police Department request for K-9 Preservation Fund distribution for vehicle electronics
• Fire Rescue Department request for extrication equipment
• Fire Rescue Department request for firefighting gear
• Discussion on parking restrictions at the Waste Water Treatment Facility lot

The Public Safety Committee unanimously approved four items for referral to the Common Council: a police request for up to $75,000 from the K-9 Preservation Fund for a new vehicle, two CAWG requests for fire extrication equipment and PPE, and a draft ordinance restricting overnight parking in the lot near the Waste Water Treatment Facility. All votes were 5-0. The consent agenda, including monthly reports, was also approved.

• Approved police request for up to $75,000 from K-9 Preservation Fund (5-0)
• Approved CAWG request for fire extrication equipment (5-0)
• Approved CAWG request for PPE firefighting gear (5-0)
• Approved drafting ordinance for no parking 11 p.m.-4 a.m. in WWTF lot (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including June 2022 reports (5-0)

Library Board Personnel Committee

The Manitowoc Public Library Personnel Committee will meet to review candidates for the Executive Director position. The committee may also discuss and take action on next steps in the hiring process.

• Review of candidates for Executive Director position
• Discussion of next steps in the hiring process

The Library Board Personnel Committee convened in closed session to review candidates for the Executive Director position and discuss next steps in the hiring process, but took no formal action on either item after reconvening in open session. The meeting was procedural, with no substantive decisions made.

• Convened in closed session to review Executive Director candidates (4-0)
• Reconvened in open session after closed discussion (4-0)
• No action taken on candidate review (22-0579)
• No action taken on next hiring steps (22-0580)
• Adjourned at 4:38 p.m. (4-0)

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will review bids for several city infrastructure projects. These include sidewalk replacement and new roofing systems for City Hall and the Manitowoc Public Library. The agenda also includes reviewing change orders and pay estimates for various engineering projects.

• Bids for sidewalk removal and replacement (Project WS-22-3)
• Bids for Manitowoc City Hall re-roofing (Project WB-22-21)
• Bids for PVC re-roofing at Manitowoc Public Library (Project WB-22-22)
• Review of change orders and pay estimates for various projects

The Board of Public Works referred bids for sidewalk replacement and two roofing projects to the Director of Public Infrastructure for review, and approved multiple change orders and pay estimates for various public works projects. All votes were unanimous (5-0) with two members absent.

• Referred sidewalk replacement bid (WS-22-3) to Director for tabulation (5-0)
• Referred City Hall re-roofing bid (WB-22-21) to Director for tabulation (5-0)
• Referred library re-roofing bid (WB-22-22) to Director for tabulation (5-0)
• Approved five change orders totaling $97,221.75 (5-0)
• Approved ten pay estimates totaling $619,621.83 (5-0)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will review fire department equipment requests and liquor license applications. The committee will also discuss a sewer connection fee appeal and remediation at 1512 Washington Street.

• Brotski claim for over $5,000 regarding injuries from a city street
• Requests for fire extrication equipment and firefighting PPE
• Liquor license applications for 3616 Waldo Blvd and 925 S. 14th St
• Sewer connection fee appeal for River North LLC
• Remediation discussion at the former Mirro site (1512 Washington Street)

The Finance Committee unanimously approved all consent agenda items and action items, including a claim denial, fraud and CAWG reports, fire department equipment requests, two liquor licenses, and an agreement for remediation at the former Mirro site. No public comment was received, and no action was taken on the River North LLC sewer connection fee appeal.

• Approved consent agenda including June 7, 2022 minutes (5-0)
• Denied Brotski claim for >$5,000 for injuries from city street (5-0)
• Accepted 2nd Quarter Fraud Detection and Prevention Report (5-0)
• Accepted 2nd Quarter CAWG Listing Report (5-0)
• Approved CAWG request for fire extrication equipment (5-0)
• Approved CAWG request for PPE firefighting gear (5-0)
• Approved Class B liquor license for Lakeshore Life Celebration Center (5-0)
• Approved Class B liquor license for All Care Center (5-0)

Library Board

The Manitowoc Public Library Board of Trustees will meet to approve minutes and financial reports, and take action on proposed bylaws changes and a revised mobile device usage policy. The board will also discuss trustee training and state clarification on board composition.

• Approval of minutes from May 23 regular and June 14, 20, 22 personnel committee meetings
• Financial reports for May 2022 (Funds 2810 and 2813) and June 2022 operating budget
• Action on proposed bylaws changes (22-0570)
• Action on revised Mobile Device Usage Agreement (June 2022)
• Discussion of Trustee Training Week 2022 and state clarification on board composition

The Manitowoc Public Library Board approved revised trustee bylaws (6-1, with 1 abstention) after rejecting a motion to table the item pending legal counsel. The board also approved the May 2022 minutes, financial reports, and a new mobile device policy. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved revised trustee bylaws (6-1, 1 abstention)
• Rejected motion to table bylaws pending legal counsel (1-6, 1 abstention)
• Approved May 23 and June 14/20/22 meeting minutes (7-0, 1 excused)
• Approved May 2022 budget status and June check register (7-0, 1 excused)
• Approved mobile device policy (8-0)

Board of Review

The Board of Review will review the 2022 assessment roll and hear objections to real and personal property assessments. The meeting also includes reviewing the assessor's annual report and certifying corrections of error.

• Request from Lowe's Home Centers, LLC for a waiver of Board of Review hearing (parcel 835-101-666)
• Objection to real property assessment for parcel 335-001-080
• Objection to real property assessment for parcel 131-002-150
• Review of the Annual Assessment Report and Uniform Standards
• Verification of city ordinance regarding confidentiality of income and expense information

The Board of Review approved a reduction in the assessed value of Michael and Susan Snell's property at 801 N. 20th St. from $91,400 to $70,900, based on the assessor's differing price per square foot during open book and other information. The board also approved a waiver for Lowe's Home Centers to appeal directly to Circuit Court, upheld the assessor's valuation for Ghasem Azodi's property, and approved the assessment roll as amended. All other actions were procedural, including approving prior minutes and verifying notices and ordinances.

• Approved reduction of Snell property assessment to $70,900 (4-2)
• Approved waiver for Lowe's Home Centers to appeal directly to Circuit Court (6-0)
• Upheld assessor's valuation for Azodi/Shilroy LLC property (6-0)
• Approved assessment roll as amended (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of September 15, 2021 and June 1, 2022 (6-0)

Library Board Personnel Committee

The Library Board Personnel Committee will meet to review candidate Zoom screenings during a closed session. In open session, the committee may take action regarding next steps in the hiring process.

• Review of candidate Zoom screenings
• Possible action on next steps in the hiring process (item 22-0536)

The Library Board Personnel Committee met and convened in closed session to review candidate Zoom screenings and discuss next steps in the hiring process. After reconvening in open session, no action was taken on the hiring process. The meeting adjourned shortly thereafter.

• Convened in closed session to review candidate screenings and hiring steps (3-0)
• Reconvened in open session (3-0)
• No action taken on next steps in hiring process
• Adjourned at 5:00 p.m. (3-0)

Common Council

The Common Council will hold public hearings regarding several zoning changes and conditional use permits. The agenda also includes the review of city claims totaling over $5 million and various infrastructure contract payments.

• Rezoning of the southwest corner of S. 16th and Clark Streets to Heavy Industrial
• Conditional Use Permit for a 20-bed Community Based Residential Facility at 5005 Vista Road
• Approval of city claims totaling $5,081,811.63
• $287,766.27 contract award to Vinton Construction Company for sewer construction
• Conditional Use Permit for adaptive reuse at 1127 & 1133 S. 16th Street

The Common Council approved conditional use permits for an adaptive reuse at 1127 & 1133 S. 16th Street and a 20-bed community-based residential facility at 5005 Vista Road, despite public concerns about neighborhood safety. It also rezoned property at the SW corner of S. 16th and Clark Streets from R-6 to I-2, and adopted resolutions for city department reorganization, a retirement plan restatement, and a professional services agreement for pay plan management. All votes were 10-0.

• Approved Conditional Use Permit for adaptive reuse at 1127 & 1133 S. 16th St (10-0)
• Approved Conditional Use Permit for 20-bed CBRF at 5005 Vista Rd (10-0)
• Adopted ordinance rezoning SW corner of S 16th & Clark Sts from R-6 to I-2 (10-0)
• Approved resolution for City Clerk and Finance department reorganization (10-0)
• Adopted resolution to restate Pelion FICA retirement plan (10-0)
• Approved professional services agreement with Carlson Dettmann Consulting (10-0)
• Approved $287,766.27 sanitary & storm sewer contract to Vinton Construction (consent agenda)
• Denied Brotski claim for >$5,000 for street injuries (consent agenda)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will discuss and potentially take action on item 22-0537 regarding a land sale in the River Point District. The committee may also enter a closed session to negotiate or deliberate regarding this property.

• Land sale in the River Point District (Item 22-0537)
• Closed session for negotiating or deliberating on the land sale

The Committee of the Whole convened in closed session to discuss a land sale in the River Point District (item 22-0537) and reconvened in open session without taking any action. No substantive decisions were made during the meeting.

• Convened in closed session to discuss land sale in River Point District (11-0)
• Reconvened in open session (11-0)
• No action taken on land sale in River Point District

Library Board Personnel Committee

The Library Board Personnel Committee will meet to discuss the hiring process for a new Executive Director. The meeting includes screening candidates in a closed session and determining next steps in an open session.

• Screening of candidates for Executive Director position
• Discussion regarding next steps in the hiring process
• Possible action on next steps in the hiring process

The committee met to screen candidates for the Executive Director position and discuss next hiring steps. They convened in closed session for candidate screening and hiring discussion, then reconvened in open session but took no action on next steps. The meeting adjourned without any substantive decisions.

• Convened in closed session to screen Executive Director candidates (4-0)
• Reconvened in open session after closed session (4-0)
• No action taken on next steps in hiring process
• Adjourned meeting (4-0)

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will discuss playground equipment bids and the 2022 sidewalk replacement program. The meeting also includes reviews of change orders and pay estimates for various projects.

• Bids for playground equipment (Project #WB-22-20)
• Agreement for 2022 Remove and Replace Sidewalk Program
• Change orders
• Pay estimates for various engineering/public works projects

The Board of Public Works approved three pay estimates totaling $195,229.50 for engineering and public works projects. No bids were received for playground equipment, and the sidewalk program agreement was noted as over budget with staff evaluating whether to rebid. No change orders or payroll affidavits were presented.

• Approved $152,816.52 payment to Mike Koenig Construction Co Inc for Rahr-West Art Museum Elevator Addition & Remodel (5-0)
• Approved $25,635.00 payment to Strand Associates Inc for Stormwater Quality Management Plan (5-0)
• Approved $16,777.98 payment to JT Engineering Inc for Washington St & 21st Signal Rehabilitation (5-0)

Police and Fire Commission

The commission will review monthly reports for the Police, Fire Rescue, and Building Inspection departments. The agenda also includes a discussion regarding the Fire Rescue Department Firefighter/Paramedic eligibility list and a potential closed session regarding a Police Department employee performance update.

• Review of April and May 2022 Police Department monthly reports
• Review of April and May 2022 Fire Rescue Department monthly reports
• Review of February through May 2022 Building Inspection monthly reports
• Discussion of the Fire Rescue Department Firefighter/Paramedic eligibility list
• Potential closed session regarding a Police Department employee performance update

The commission approved the Firefighter/Paramedic eligibility list for one year. It also approved the consent agenda, which included monthly reports from police, fire, and building inspection departments. The commission convened in closed session to discuss a police department employee performance update, then reconvened and placed the update on file. All votes were 4-0 with one member excused.

• Approved Firefighter/Paramedic eligibility list for one year (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda including April/May police, fire, and building inspection reports (4-0)
• Convened in closed session for police employee performance update (4-0)
• Reconvened in open session and placed police employee performance update on file (4-0)

Library Board Personnel Committee

The Manitowoc Public Library Personnel Committee is meeting to discuss and potentially take action regarding applicants for the Executive Director position. The agenda includes a closed session for discussion and an open session for possible action.

• Review of applicants for Executive Director position (closed session)
• Review of applicants for Executive Director position (open session)

The Library Board Personnel Committee met on June 14, 2022, and convened in closed session to review applicants for the Executive Director position. After reconvening in open session, no action was taken on the applicant review. The meeting adjourned without any substantive decisions.

• Convened in closed session to review Executive Director applicants (4-0)
• Reconvened in open session (4-0)
• No action taken on Executive Director applicant review
• Adjourned at 4:49 p.m. (4-0)

Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee will review monthly reports from the Police, Fire Rescue, and Building Inspection departments. The committee will also consider a sex offender residency board appeal and discuss parking on the 2400 block of Franklin Street.

• Sex Offender Residency Board Appeal for Joseph William Berres
• Parking discussion for the north side of the 2400 block of Franklin Street
• Out of State Travel Request for Fire Rescue Department to St. Paul, MN
• May 2022 Blight Fund Report

The Public Safety Committee approved a sex offender residency board appeal for Joseph William Berres and referred it to the City Council. It also approved an out-of-state travel request for a Fire Rescue Department employee and placed a parking discussion on file. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

• Approved sex offender residency appeal for Joseph William Berres, referred to Council (5-0)
• Approved out-of-state travel for Fire Rescue's Jason Pielhop to Image Trend Connect 2022 in St. Paul, MN (5-0)
• Placed parking discussion for 2400 block of Franklin Street on file (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including May 2022 police and fire reports and building inspection reports (5-0)

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will meet to discuss and possibly take action on several items related to city infrastructure. This includes reviewing change orders and pay estimates for various engineering and public works projects. The board will also review contractor's payroll affidavits.

• Review of change orders
• Pay estimates for various engineering/public works projects
• Contractor's payroll affidavits

The Board of Public Works approved a final change order for the 2021 Magnolia Ave. Retaining Wall Replacement project, reducing the contract by $636.85 and extending the timeline by 207 calendar days. They also approved two pay estimates to Highway Landscapers Inc. and one to AECOM for the Former Town of Newton Gravel Pit project. All motions passed unanimously with a 5-0 vote.

• Approved Highway Landscapers Inc. change order #3-Final for Magnolia Ave retaining wall, ($636.85) and 207 calendar days (5-0)
• Approved pay estimate #1 to Highway Landscapers Inc. for $76,292.74 (5-0)
• Approved pay estimate #2 & Final to Highway Landscapers Inc. for $4,015.41 (5-0)
• Approved pay estimate #9 to AECOM for $91,183.86 (5-0)

Common Council

The Manitowoc Common Council will meet to review a resolution authorizing a Harbor Assistance Program grant application. The council will also discuss legal service contracts for prosecution and interim city attorney services. Public input is scheduled during the meeting.

• Contract with Joseph D. Thuermer for prosecution services
• Contract with von Briesen for interim city attorney services
• Resolution authorizing a Harbor Assistance Program (HAP) grant application

The Common Council approved two legal services contracts and authorized a Harbor Assistance Program grant application. All three items passed unanimously with an 8-0 vote. The meeting was brief and adjourned at 5:04 p.m.

• Approved legal services contract with Attorney Joseph D. Thuermer for prosecution services (8-0)
• Approved legal services contract with von Briesen for interim city attorney services (8-0)
• Authorized Harbor Assistance Program (HAP) grant application (8-0)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will discuss a claim for injuries from a city street involving more than $5,000. The committee is also reviewing requests to extend live music hours at the Manitowoc County Expo/Fair and for unbudgeted traffic counter funds.

• Brotski claim for over $5,000 regarding injuries from a city street
• Request to extend live music hours at Manitowoc County Expo/Fair on August 26-27, 2022
• CAWG request for unbudgeted funds to purchase a traffic counter
• River North LLC sewer connection fee appeal
• Request to enter into an agreement with DocuSign

The Finance Committee approved all consent agenda items and several action items, including adding the Director of Tourism as a permanent voting member of the Special Events Committee, restructuring the City Clerk's Office, extending live music hours at the County Expo/Fair, purchasing a traffic counter, accepting a donation for a trailhead sign, denying a claim for street injuries, adopting a Pelion Plan resolution, and entering a DocuSign agreement. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

• Approved consent agenda including May 3, 2022 minutes (5-0)
• Approved adding Director of Tourism as voting member of Special Events Committee (5-0)
• Approved organizational structure change for City Clerk's Office (5-0)
• Approved extended live music hours at County Expo/Fair (5-0)
• Approved unbudgeted funds for traffic counter (5-0)
• Accepted donation for Vetter Trailhead sign (5-0)
• Denied Brotski claim for >$5,000 (5-0)
• Adopted Pelion Plan resolution and approved DocuSign agreement (5-0)

Personnel Committee

The Manitowoc Personnel Committee will discuss several personnel-related matters, including salary discussions for the recruitment of a City Attorney and Finance Director/Treasurer. The committee will also consider organizational changes to the City Clerk's Office and a request for a compensation plan market analysis.

• Salary discussion for City Attorney and Finance Director/Treasurer recruitment
• Proposed organizational structure change for the City Clerk's Office
• Request for a 2022 compensation plan market analysis
• Purchase of an unbudgeted Affordable Care Act (ACA) module for UKG
• Update on WPPA grievance resolution regarding a Seasonal Police Assistant

The committee approved directives to negotiate salaries up to 125% of market rate for the City Attorney and Finance Director/Treasurer, and to align PTO with candidates' experience. It also approved a compensation plan market analysis in 2022, a request to purchase an ACA module, and a directive to create an organizational chart for the City Clerk's office. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

• Approved directive to negotiate City Attorney and Finance Director salaries up to 125% of market rate (5-0)
• Approved directive to consider candidates' years of experience for PTO alignment (5-0)
• Approved directive to create organizational chart and cost analysis for separating City Clerk's office (5-0)
• Approved compensation plan market analysis in 2022, referred to Council (5-0)
• Approved purchase of ACA module from UKG, referred to Council (5-0)
• Approved transit driver unpaid leave through July 31, 2022, referred to Council (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including May minutes and reports (5-0)

Room Tax Commission

The Room Tax Commission will review tourism initiatives reports and room tax collection data for June 2022. The meeting includes discussion on travel requests for tourism conferences in Florida, Georgia, and Kansas. Additionally, the commission will discuss funding for a Manitowoc 150th anniversary exhibit project.

• Discussion of Manitowoc 150th anniversary exhibit project and funding
• Update from von Briesen on MAVCB lawsuit
• June 2022 Room Tax Collection Report
• Out of state travel requests for tourism conferences in FL, GA, and KS

The Manitowoc Room Tax Commission approved three out-of-state travel requests for RaeAnn Thomas to attend conferences in Florida, Georgia, and Kansas, all in one motion. The commission also directed staff to work with the Wisconsin Maritime Museum on a new funding request for the 150th anniversary exhibit. No action was taken on the tourism update, room tax report, or the anniversary exhibit discussion. The July 2022 meeting was cancelled due to the July 4th conflict.

• Approved out-of-state travel for RaeAnn Thomas to Going on Faith Conference in Panama City Beach, FL (5-0)
• Approved out-of-state travel for RaeAnn Thomas to S.P.O.R.T.S Relationship Conference in Savannah, GA (5-0)
• Approved out-of-state travel for RaeAnn Thomas to Small Market Meetings Conference in Wichita, KS (5-0)
• Directed staff to work with Wisconsin Maritime Museum on new funding request for 150th anniversary exhibit
• Cancelled July 2022 meeting due to July 4th conflict

Public Infrastructure Committee

The Public Infrastructure Committee will meet to discuss several infrastructure requests and project updates. Agenda items include an unbudgeted request for a traffic counter and a revised task order for AECOM. The committee will also address the Last Court/Knuell Street/Herman Road drainage ditch project.

• Unbudgeted CAWG request for Traffic Counter
• Revised Task Order for AECOM
• Donation Tube Request for Alpaca Materials
• City Park Update
• Last Court/Knuell Street/Herman Road Drainage Ditch

Board of Review

The Board of Review will meet to elect a Chair and Vice-Chair and administer oaths of office to members. The meeting also includes verifying that board members have met mandatory training requirements.

• Election of Chair and Vice-Chair
• Administration of oath of office by City Clerk
• Verification of mandatory training requirements

The Board of Review convened and elected Mayor Justin Nickels as Chairperson and Alderperson Brett Vanderkin as Vice-chairperson, both by unanimous vote. The City Clerk administered oaths and confirmed completion of mandatory training. The board adjourned to June 22, 2022, at 2:00 p.m. No substantive decisions were made.

• Elected Mayor Justin Nickels as Chairperson (7-0)
• Elected Alderperson Brett Vanderkin as Vice-chairperson (7-0)
• Adjourned to June 22, 2022 at 2:00 p.m. (7-0)

Plan Commission

The Plan Commission will consider several land use requests, including a rezoning petition for the corner of S 16th and Clark Streets. The meeting also includes requests for conditional use permits regarding adaptive reuse on S. 16th Street and a residential facility on Vista Road. Additionally, the commission will review site plans and survey maps.

• Rezoning of SW corner of S 16th and Clark Streets to I-2 Heavy Industrial
• Conditional Use Permit for adaptive reuse at 1127 & 1133 S. 16th Street
• Conditional Use Permit for a 20-bed residential facility at 5005 Vista Road
• New building site plan for FedEx at 2434 South 39th Street

The Plan Commission approved three items, all referred to Common Council: a conditional use permit for an 80-unit senior living facility at 1127 & 1133 S. 16th Street, a rezoning from R-6 to I-2 at the SW corner of S 16th and Clark Streets, and a conditional use permit for a 20-bed community-based residential facility at 5005 Vista Road. All votes were 8-0. The meeting also included approval of prior minutes and a site plan summary.

• Approved conditional use permit for 80-unit senior living at 1127 & 1133 S. 16th St (8-0)
• Approved rezoning from R-6 to I-2 at SW corner of S 16th and Clark St (8-0)
• Approved conditional use permit for 20-bed CBRF at 5005 Vista Rd (8-0)
• Approved minutes of April 27, 2022 meeting as amended (8-0)

Plan Commission

The Plan Commission will review an overview of the Comprehensive Plan Update. The meeting includes consideration of a resolution to adopt a Public Participation Plan for the update process.

• Resolution recommending adoption of a Public Participation Plan for the Comprehensive Plan Update

The Plan Commission discussed an overview of the existing comprehensive plan and the timeline for updating it, led by consultants from VandeWalle & Associates. They approved a resolution recommending adoption of a Public Participation Plan for the comprehensive plan update. The vote was unanimous (7-0).

• Approved Resolution Recommending Adoption of a Public Participation Plan for the Comprehensive Plan Update (7-0)

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will meet to discuss and possibly take action on several items. The agenda includes reviewing bids for the 2022 Sanitary & Storm Sewer Construction, Project #WU-22-8. Additionally, the board will review change orders and pay estimates for various engineering and public works projects.

• Bids for 2022 Sanitary & Storm Sewer Construction (Project #WU-22-8)
• Review of change orders
• Pay estimates for various engineering/public works projects
• Contractor's payroll affidavits

The Board of Public Works received four bids for the 2022 Sanitary & Storm Sewer Construction project and voted to refer them to the Director of Public Infrastructure for tabulation and recommendation. The board also approved four change orders and eight pay estimates for various engineering and public works projects. No contractor payroll affidavits were submitted.

• Referred 2022 Sanitary & Storm Sewer Construction bids to Director of Public Infrastructure (6-0)
• Approved change order for Vinton Construction, CO #5-Final, +$6,285.15 (6-0)
• Approved change order for Hartman's Towne & Country Greenhouse, CO #1, +$2,362.00 (6-0)
• Approved change order for Automated Energy Solutions, CO #1, +$23,741.00 (6-0)
• Approved change order for Highway Landscapers, CO #2, +$3,540.00 (6-0)
• Approved pay estimates totaling $551,973.10 for various projects (6-0)

Library Board

The Manitowoc Public Library Board will review April 2022 financial reports and meeting minutes. The board may also discuss potential bylaw changes and a personnel hire in the Materials Department.

• Approval of April 2022 meeting minutes
• Review of budget status for Funds 2810 and 2813
• Discussion regarding promotion or hire in the Materials Department
• Possible action on suggestions to amend bylaws

The Manitowoc Public Library Board approved the hire of a close relative in the Materials Department by a unanimous 10-0 vote. The board also approved the April meeting minutes and financial reports for April and May 2022. A motion to amend the agenda item on bylaw suggestions failed for lack of a second, and bylaw changes were discussed but not acted upon.

• Approved hire of close relative in Materials Department (10-0)
• Approved April 25, 2022 regular board meeting minutes (10-0)
• Approved April 29, 2022 personnel committee meeting minutes (10-0)
• Approved April 2022 budget status reports for funds 2810 and 2813 (10-0)
• Approved May 2022 monthly check register (10-0)
• Motion to amend agenda item 10b failed for lack of second

Common Council

The Common Council will hold a public hearing regarding property rezoning on Washington Street and S 25th & 26th Streets. The agenda also includes reviewing several infrastructure contracts for road paving and intersection reconstruction. Additionally, the council will consider ordinance amendments and various committee reports.

• Public hearing for rezoning 2500 Washington Street to B-3 General Business
• $1,081,881.19 contract for asphalt paving on S 7th Street
• $89,371.36 contract for concrete intersection reconstruction at Cleveland Ave and Maritime Dr
• Ordinance to amend sexual offender residency restrictions
• Approval of $2,295,072.52 in general city claims

The Common Council approved a rezoning of 2500 Washington Street and the 900 block of S. 25th & 26th Streets from R-4 residential to B-3 general business, following a public hearing with no speakers. The council also approved a consent agenda including multiple contracts, claims, and reports, and passed several ordinances and resolutions, all with unanimous or near-unanimous votes.

• Approved rezoning at 2500 Washington St. and 900 block of S. 25th & 26th Sts. to B-3 (10-0)
• Approved $2,295,072.52 in general city claims (10-0)
• Awarded 2022 Concrete Intersection Reconstruction to Vinton Construction Co. for $89,371.36 (10-0)
• Awarded 2022 Asphaltic Concrete Paving II to Vinton Construction Co. for $1,081,881.19 (10-0)
• Approved $68,050.00 boat dock fender system contract to McMullen & Pitz Construction Co. (10-0)
• Approved $42,476.00 auto lock installation at park restrooms to LaForce Inc. (10-0)
• Adopted ordinance amending sexual offender residency restrictions (10-0)
• Adopted ordinance amending angle parking on downtown streets (9-1, Vanderkin nay)

Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee will discuss requests for changes to on-street parking in the downtown area. The committee will also revisit a discussion regarding pedestrian crossing signage on South 18th Street near Wisconsin Aluminum Foundry. Additionally, the committee is scheduled to review monthly reports from the Police and Fire Rescue departments.

• Request for modifications to downtown on-street parking
• Pedestrian crossing signage on South 18th Street near Wisconsin Aluminum Foundry
• April 2022 Police Department Monthly Report
• April 2022 Fire Rescue Department Monthly Report
• May 2022 Raze Update

The Public Safety Committee approved a request to modify on-street parking in downtown Manitowoc, directing staff to draft ordinances and implement the outlined changes. The motion passed unanimously (5-0) and will be referred to the City Council. No public comment was received, and the consent agenda, including monthly reports and a raze update, was also approved.

• Approved downtown on-street parking modifications, referred to Council (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including April 2022 Public Safety minutes (5-0)
• Approved April 2022 Police Department Monthly Report (5-0)
• Approved April 2022 Fire Rescue Department Monthly Report (5-0)
• Approved May 2022 Raze Update (5-0)

Board of Public Works

The Manitowoc Board of Public Works will meet to discuss and possibly take action on agenda items. The meeting includes reviewing bids for the Boat Dock Fender System, Project #WO-22-19.

• Bids for Boat Dock Fender System, Project #WO-22-19

The Board of Public Works received two bids for the Boat Dock Fender System project and voted unanimously to refer them to the Director of Public Infrastructure for tabulation and recommendation. No contract was awarded at this meeting.

• Referred boat dock fender bids to Director of Public Infrastructure (7-0)

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will consider several service contracts and a snow removal appeal. Items include multi-year flower maintenance and weed control for various city areas. The board will also review bids for park restroom locks and a new dog park fence.

• Agreement with Cretton Enterprises for flower maintenance and weed control ($17,650.48 in 2022)
• Contract with Fortress Fence for Halvorsen Dog Park entrance fence ($7,140.00)
• Rebid for auto lock installation at park restroom facilities (project #WB-22-17R)
• Request to rescind snow removal assessment for 955 N. 6th St.

The Board of Public Works approved a $38,401 bid from LaForce Inc. for auto lock installation at park restroom facilities, referring it to the Director of Public Infrastructure for tabulation. It also rescinded a snow removal assessment for 955 N. 6th St. (5-2), with the property owner agreeing no additional appeals within a year. The board approved agreements for flower maintenance and weed control with Cretton Enterprises ($17,650.48 for 2022) and a new entrance fence at Halvorsen Dog Park with Fortress Fence ($7,140). Four change orders and two pay estimates were approved unanimously.

• Referred LaForce Inc. bid of $38,401 for auto lock installation to Director of Public Infrastructure (7-0)
• Rescinded snow removal assessment for 955 N. 6th St. (5-2)
• Approved Cretton Enterprises flower maintenance agreement for 2022-2024 (7-0)
• Approved Fortress Fence contract for Halvorsen Dog Park entrance fence at $7,140 (7-0)
• Approved four change orders including Vinton Construction +$7,009 and Kruczek Construction +$40,600 (7-0)
• Approved pay estimates totaling $176,075.16 for two projects (7-0)

Public Infrastructure Committee

The Public Infrastructure Committee will discuss an ordinance regarding sexual offender residency restrictions and a request for harbor access from the Army Corps of Engineers. The meeting also includes reviews of drainage ditch plans and proposed cemetery rule changes.

• Ordinance to amend sexual offender residency restrictions
• Army Corps of Engineers request for Manitowoc Harbor access
• Professional services for mountain lion exhibit concept design
• Proposed changes to cemetery rules and regulations
• Resolution for ornamental lighting at River Point Development

The Public Infrastructure Committee approved several items, including an ordinance amendment to expand sex offender residency restrictions to include Aquatic Center and City Playgrounds, changes to cemetery rules, and a $129,900 stormwater drainage study with Strand Associates. They also approved consent agenda items for Army Corps of Engineers harbor access, a mountain lion exhibit design contract, a Red Cross fee waiver, and an ornamental lighting resolution. A drainage ditch request was tabled.

• Adopted ordinance amending sex offender residency restrictions to include Aquatic Center and City Playgrounds (4-0)
• Approved Army Corps of Engineers ingress/egress access to Manitowoc Harbor for consent agenda (4-0)
• Tabled Last Court/Knuell Street/Herman Road drainage ditch request
• Approved cemetery rules changes including extended fall cleanup and stainless steel markers (4-0)
• Approved hiring Ayres Associates for Mountain Lion Exhibit concept design for consent agenda (4-0)
• Approved Red Cross fee waiver for blood drive at Senior Center for consent agenda (4-0)
• Approved ornamental lighting resolution for River Point Development (4-0)
• Approved $129,900 stormwater drainage H&H study with Strand Associates (4-0)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will review first-quarter 2022 financial reports, including budget exceptions and investment reconciliations. The committee will also consider election results from the April 5 Spring Election and a request to engage a recruitment firm for department head vacancies.

• Approval to engage a recruitment firm for department head vacancies
• 1st Qtr 2022 Budget Exception Report
• Statement of the Board of Canvassers for April 5, 2022 Spring Election
• Memorandum of Agreement for Weights and Measures Inspection
• Capital Asset Working Group membership appointment

The Finance Committee unanimously approved the consent agenda and all action items, including the 1st Quarter 2022 budget exception report, investment reconciliation, claims report, election canvasser statement, Capital Asset Working Group appointment, weights and measures agreement, and engaging a recruitment firm for department head vacancies. All votes were 5-0.

• Approved consent agenda including minutes and utility commission minutes (5-0)
• Accepted 1st Qtr 2022 Budget Exception Report (5-0)
• Accepted 1st Qtr 2022 Investment Reconciliation Report (5-0)
• Accepted 1st Qtr 2022 Claims Report from City Attorney (5-0)
• Accepted Statement of Board of Canvassers for April 5, 2022 election (5-0)
• Accepted Capital Asset Working Group membership appointment (5-0)
• Approved Memorandum of Agreement for Weights and Measures Inspection (5-0)
• Approved engaging recruitment firm for department head vacancies (5-0)

Personnel Committee

The committee will review human resources legal fees and quarterly health plan reports. Proposed actions include updating the Social Media Policy and changing a job title in the Tourism Department. The committee will also address a grievance regarding a Seasonal Police Assistant.

• Request to revise the Social Media Policy
• Job title change for Destination Marketing Manager
• Resolution to hire seasonal employees related to department heads
• Review of legal fees billed to Human Resources through April 2022
• Grievance regarding hiring a Seasonal Police Assistant

The Personnel Committee approved a request to change the job title of Destination Marketing Manager to Destination Sales & Marketing Manager in the Tourism Department, and referred it to council. It also approved a resolution to hire seasonal employees related to elected officials, department heads, or supervisory personnel, and recommended revisions to the Social Media Policy for council approval. The committee convened in closed session to discuss a grievance from the WPPA Local regarding hiring a seasonal police assistant, but no action was taken on that grievance in open session.

• Approved job title change to Destination Sales & Marketing Manager (5-0)
• Approved resolution to hire seasonal employees related to elected officials, department heads, or supervisory personnel (5-0)
• Recommended Social Media Policy revisions to council (no vote recorded)
• Approved consent agenda including April 4 minutes and reports (5-0)
• Convened in closed session for grievance discussion (5-0)

Room Tax Commission

The Room Tax Commission will review tourism updates and several administrative requests. This includes considering a branding and website agreement with Simpleview and a job title revision. The commission will also discuss funding for transporting school bands to the Car Ferry Maiden Voyage event.

• Request for funds to bus Roncalli and Manitowoc Lutheran bands to Car Ferry Maiden Voyage event
• Approval of branding and website agreement with Simpleview
• Revision to Destination Marketing Manager job title
• Report on Director of Tourism's initiatives

The Room Tax Commission approved funding to bus Roncalli and Manitowoc Lutheran bands to the Car Ferry Maiden Voyage event, approved a revision to the Destination Marketing Manager job title, and approved a branding and website agreement with Simpleview, subject to the City Attorney's final review. The commission also received a tourism update with no action taken.

• Approved funding to bus Roncalli and Manitowoc Lutheran bands to Car Ferry Maiden Voyage event (5-0)
• Approved revision to Destination Marketing Manager job title (5-0)
• Approved branding and website agreement with Simpleview, subject to City Attorney's final review (5-0)

Library Board Personnel Committee

The Manitowoc Public Library Personnel Committee will meet to address the vacancy of the Executive Director. The committee plans to hold a closed session for discussion and an open session for possible action regarding next steps in the hiring process.

• Discussion on next steps in filling the Executive Director position
• Possible action on next steps in filling the Executive Director position

The Library Board Personnel Committee met on April 29, 2022, and convened in closed session to discuss next steps in filling the Executive Director position. After reconvening in open session, the committee took no action on the matter. The meeting adjourned without any substantive decisions.

• Convened in closed session to discuss Executive Director hiring (6-0)
• Reconvened in open session (6-0)
• No action taken on Executive Director next steps
• Adjourned at 5:01 p.m. (6-0)

Plan Commission

The Plan Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a rezoning request for Briese Properties LLC. The commission will also discuss a conditional use permit for Connection Church and review two certified survey maps.

• Rezoning petition for Briese Properties LLC at 2500 Washington Street and the 900 block of S. 25th & 26th Streets
• Discussion regarding Connection Church conditional use permit at 1455 N. Rapids Road
• Certified Survey Map for I-43 Industrial Park Harvest Digital HDI
• Certified Survey Map for New Life Ministries of Manitowoc Inc in Factory Heights addition

The Plan Commission voted 6-0 to approve a petition by Briese Properties LLC to rezone property at 2500 Washington Street and the 900 block of S. 25th & 26th Streets from R-4 Single and Two Family Residential to B-3 General Business, and referred it to the council. The commission also approved two certified survey maps and discussed a conditional use permit for Connection Church, with no formal action taken on that item.

• Approved rezone of 2500 Washington St and 900 block of S. 25th & 26th St from R-4 to B-3 (6-0)
• Approved certified survey maps for I-43 Industrial Park and New Life Ministries (6-0)
• Approved minutes of March 23, 2022 meeting (6-0)
• Discussed Connection Church conditional use permit; no action taken

Library Board

The Manitowoc Public Library Board will review financial reports and approve previous meeting minutes. The board also plans to discuss the appointment of a new Executive Director and a parking lot closure request for the Lakeshore Balloon Glow event.

• Appointment of Executive Director
• Parking lot closure request for Lakeshore Balloon Glow
• Review of Q1 2022 Budget Exception Report
• Approval of various meeting minutes and financial reports
• Discussion regarding EPM email signatures

The Manitowoc Public Library Board voted 5-4 against hiring Jennifer Goodland as Executive Director, with two abstentions, despite a motion to approve her hire pending completion of her graduate program. The board approved routine items including prior meeting minutes, financial reports, a parking lot closure for the Balloon Glow event, and excluding the library from EPM email signatures. The board also convened in closed session to discuss filling the Executive Director position, but no action was taken on that discussion.

• Approved minutes from Feb 28, Mar 7, Mar 14, Mar 28, Apr 1, and Apr 11 meetings (11-0)
• Approved financial reports and check registers for Jan-Apr 2022 (11-0)
• Approved special event parking lot closure for Lakeshore Balloon Glow on Aug 19, 2022 (10-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved exclusion of Library from EPM email signatures (11-0)
• Convened in closed session at 5:21 p.m. to discuss Executive Director position (11-0)
• Reconvened in open session at 6:08 p.m. (11-0)
• Motion to hire Jennifer Goodland as Executive Director failed (4-5, 2 abstentions)

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will consider bids for intersection reconstruction and street paving projects. The board will also review an agreement with RaiseRite to fill voids in the Maritime Drive Bridge.

• Bids for concrete intersection reconstruction at Cleveland Ave. and Maritime Dr.
• Bids for asphaltic concrete paving on S. 7th St. from Franklin to Madison St.
• Agreement #22-05 with RaiseRite for $17,280.00 to fill voids in the Maritime Drive Bridge

Common Council

The Common Council will hold an organizational session to swear in newly elected members. The body will also elect a Council President and adopt updated council rules and a code of conduct. Mayor appointments to various committees and boards will be presented.

• Oath of office for Jim Brey, Darian Kaderabek, Eric J. Sitkiewitz, Bill Schlei, and Steven Czekala
• Election of the Common Council President
• Adoption of 2022-2023 Council Rules and Code of Conduct
• Mayor appointments to various committees, boards, and commissions
• Election of a council member to the Plan Commission

The Common Council held its organizational session, swore in newly elected members, and elected Steve Czekala as president. The council unanimously adopted the 2022-2023 council rules and the April 2022 code of conduct. Mayor appointments to committees were approved 9-1, and Jim Brey was appointed to the Plan Commission.

• Elected Steve Czekala as Common Council president (unanimous)
• Adopted Common Council Rules 2022-2023 (10-0)
• Adopted Code of Conduct April 2022 (10-0)
• Approved mayor's appointments to committees, boards, and commissions (9-1)
• Appointed Jim Brey to Plan Commission for term ending 4/17/2023 (10-0)

Common Council

The Common Council will hold a public hearing regarding rezoning for 435 N 8th Street. The meeting also includes recommendations for several infrastructure contracts, including paving and sewer re-lining projects. Additionally, the council will review city claims totaling $4,484,994.85.

• Public hearing for rezoning 435 N 8th Street to B-4 Central Business District
• $1,459,451.42 contract for 2022 Concrete Paving Program
• $508,212.70 contract for 2022 Sewer Re-Lining
• $245,085.00 purchase of an Aerial Lift Truck with Chipper Box
• $23,215 for HVAC improvements at Rahr-West Art Museum

The Common Council approved a resolution creating Tax Incremental District No. 23 and adopted an ordinance rezoning 435 N 8th Street from B-1 to B-4. It also approved a term sheet/development agreement with MTM (8-1, with one abstention) and adopted an ordinance creating a Room Tax Commission (7-2). The consent agenda was approved, including numerous contracts and claims.

• Approved resolution creating Tax Incremental District No. 23 (9-0)
• Approved rezoning 435 N 8th St from B-1 to B-4 (9-0)
• Approved term sheet/development agreement with MTM (8-1, Boldt abstained)
• Adopted ordinance creating Room Tax Commission (7-2)
• Approved 2022 Concrete Paving Program to Vinton Construction for $1,459,451.42
• Approved 2022 Seal Coating Program to Fahrner Asphalt Sealers for $131,250.74
• Approved general city claims of $4,484,994.85
• Approved special events including Memorial Day Parade and Maritime Marathon

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will discuss the placement of stop signs throughout Downtown Manitowoc. The committee will also consider the use of remote conferencing software by alderpersons for meeting attendance. Public comment will be accepted during the meeting.

• Placement of stop signs throughout Downtown Manitowoc (22-0332)
• Use of remote conferencing software (Zoom) by Alderpersons (22-0337)

Police and Fire Commission

The Manitowoc Police and Fire Commission will meet to discuss the police department's patrol officer eligibility list. The agenda also includes reviewing monthly reports for the police and fire rescue departments. Additionally, the commission will consider approving the March 2022 meeting minutes.

• Police Department Patrol Officer Eligibility List
• March 2022 Police Department Monthly Report
• 2021 Police Department Annual Report
• March 2022 Fire Rescue Department Monthly Report
• Approval of March 2022 meeting minutes

The Police and Fire Commission approved the consent agenda, which included the March 2022 meeting minutes, monthly reports from the Police and Fire Rescue departments, and the 2021 Police Department Annual Report. The commission also approved the Police Department Patrol Officer Eligibility List for one year. All votes were unanimous (4-0).

• Approved consent agenda including March minutes, monthly reports, and annual report (4-0)
• Approved Police Department Patrol Officer Eligibility List for one year (4-0)

Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee will discuss ordinance amendments regarding trapping, sexual offender residency, and Washington Street parking. The committee will also consider a new "No U-Turn" sign on Dewey Street and downtown parking in the 700 block of Jay Street.

• Ordinance amending sex offender residency restrictions near child gatherings
• Request for a "No U-Turn" sign on Dewey Street at South 42nd Street
• Ordinance regarding parking on Washington Street between S. 11th and S. 12th St
• Discussion of downtown parking in the 700 block of Jay Street
• Ordinance amending regulations for trapping

The Public Safety Committee voted 5-0 to deny a request for a No U-Turn sign on Dewey Street and refer it to Council. It also approved ordinances to prohibit parking on Washington Street, amend trapping regulations, and amend sexual offender residency restrictions, all referred to Council or another committee. A discussion on downtown parking was placed on file.

• Denied No U-Turn sign request on Dewey Street (5-0)
• Approved ordinance prohibiting parking on Washington Street between S. 11th and S. 12th (5-0)
• Approved trapping ordinance as amended (5-0)
• Approved sexual offender residency restriction ordinance (5-0)
• Placed downtown parking discussion on file (5-0)

Library Board

The Manitowoc Public Library Board is holding a special meeting to discuss the recruitment of an Executive Director. The agenda includes discussions in both closed and open sessions regarding this role.

• Discussion regarding filling the position of Executive Director

The Manitowoc Public Library Board held a special meeting on April 11, 2022, to discuss filling the position of Executive Director. The board convened in closed session for discussion, then reconvened in open session, but took no action on the matter. The meeting adjourned without any substantive decisions.

• Convened in closed session to discuss Executive Director position (10-0)
• Reconvened in open session (10-0)
• No action taken on filling Executive Director position
• Adjourned at 6:05 p.m. (10-0)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will discuss a potential development agreement with MTM. The committee will also consider unbudgeted funding for HVAC improvements at the Rahr-West Art Museum. Additionally, members will review an ordinance to create a Room Tax Commission.

• $23,215 unbudgeted request for Rahr-West Art Museum HVAC improvements
• Review of potential development agreement with MTM
• Ordinance to create a Room Tax Commission
• Vehicle damage claim exceeding $5,000 from a City DPW accident
• Donations to the Zoo from Newton Meats and the Zoo Society

The Finance Committee unanimously approved a consent agenda and several action items, including a request from the Rahr-West Art Museum for an 'Arts & Treasures' sale/fundraiser, $23,215 in unbudgeted HVAC improvements, and an ordinance creating a Room Tax Commission. They also accepted reports on donations to the zoo, an internal control report, a CAWG request update, and approved a claim for vehicle damage caused by the city. The committee adopted an Acceptable Use Policy and discussed a potential development agreement with MTM in closed session, reconvening to accept the item.

• Approved consent agenda including minutes (5-0)
• Approved Rahr-West Art Museum 'Arts & Treasures' sale/fundraiser request (5-0)
• Approved $23,215 for HVAC improvements at Rahr-West Art Museum (5-0)
• Accepted donation of livers/hearts from Newton Meats to zoo valued at $245.63 (5-0)
• Accepted $250 donation from Zoo Society for Easter Extravaganza (5-0)
• Accepted 1st Quarter 2022 Internal Control Report (5-0)
• Approved Hacker claim for >$5,000 vehicle damage caused by city (5-0)
• Approved ordinance creating Room Tax Commission (5-0)

Public Infrastructure Committee

The Public Infrastructure Committee will discuss several infrastructure and facility items. The agenda includes street selection for federal funding, stormwater retention requests, and museum HVAC improvements.

• Selecting streets for DOT funding under the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law
• Request to use city land for a stormwater retention facility at Reed Avenue/Lincoln Park
• Rahr West Art Museum HVAC humidity-control improvements
• Facility usage agreement with Roncalli Catholic Schools
• Fee waiver requests for Junior Ships Baseball, YMCA tennis, and Special Olympics volleyball

The Public Infrastructure Committee approved a request to use city-owned land at Reed Avenue/Lincoln Park for a stormwater retention facility, with the City Attorney assisting in drafting a contract. It also approved several other items for the consent agenda, including the Country Lane ditching project, agreements with the school district and Roncalli, fee waivers for youth programs, and a list of streets for federal funding. The Rahr West Art Museum HVAC improvements were referred to the Finance Committee, and a surface water complaint was placed on file.

• Approved stormwater retention pond on city land at Reed Avenue/Lincoln Park (5-0)
• Approved Country Lane ditching project for consent agenda (5-0)
• Approved MPSD Ball Diamond Agreement for consent agenda (5-0)
• Approved Roncalli facility use agreement for consent agenda (5-0)
• Placed Cedar Court surface water complaint on file (5-0)
• Referred Rahr West HVAC improvements to Finance Committee (5-0)
• Approved fee waivers for Junior Ships Baseball, Youth Tennis, Special Olympics Volleyball (5-0 each)
• Approved submitting 10 streets for DOT funding under Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (5-0)

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will consider several construction bids and service agreements. These items include maintenance for city parks, sewer re-lining, and pavement marking programs.

• Agreement with Mulch Express of Wisconsin for wood chips at $12,450.00
• Agreement with Patriot Fence and Construction, LLC for park fencing repairs at $5,495.00
• Agreement with Schaus Mechanical for countertops at Silver Creek Concession Stand for $8,560.00
• Bids for 2022 sewer re-lining project
• Bids for baseball diamond fencing replacement at Halvorsen and Rheaume Parks

The Board of Public Works referred bids for the 2022 epoxy pavement marking, sewer re-lining, baseball fencing, and zoo exhibit projects to staff for review, and approved several agreements and payments. No bids were received for the park restroom auto lock installation. All votes were unanimous (7-0).

• Referred Century Fence Co. bid ($206,931.05) for 2022 Epoxy Painting - Pavement Marking to Director of Public Infrastructure (7-0)
• Referred Insituform Technologies ($508,212.70) and Visu-Sewer ($540,473.20) bids for 2022 Sewer Re-Lining to Director of Public Infrastructure (7-0)
• Referred Fortress Fence ($46,109.00), American Fence ($64,198.00), and Munson, Inc. ($74,691.60) bids for baseball fencing at Halvorsen & Rheaume Parks to Director of Public Infrastructure (7-0)
• Referred Ayres Associates bid for Lincoln Park Zoo Mountain Lion Exhibit Design & Build to Director of Public Infrastructure (7-0)
• Approved agreement with Mulch Express of Wisconsin for wood chips at 15 parks, 2 flowerbeds, and 2 islands for $12,450.00 (7-0)
• Approved agreement with Patriot Fence and Construction for fencing repairs at Lincoln and Fleetwood Parks for $5,495.00 (7-0)
• Approved agreement with Schaus Mechanical for metal countertops at Silver Creek Concession Stand for $8,560.00 (7-0)
• Approved change order #1 with BC Signs & Graphics for wayfinding signs, reducing contract by $1,636.40 (7-0)

Personnel Committee

The committee will consider requests to revise the Firefighter/Paramedic job description and update sick leave and PTO policies. Members will also review resignation notices for the Finance Director and City Attorney. Additionally, the agenda includes reports on human resources initiatives and legal fees.

• Request to revise Firefighter/Paramedic job description
• Proposed revisions to Sick Leave Policy and PTO language
• Proposed revisions to Employee Policy Manual
• Resignation notice of Finance Director Alfred
• Resignation notice of City Attorney McDaniel

Library Board Personnel Committee

The Manitowoc Public Library Personnel Committee will meet to review and discuss candidates for the Executive Director position. The committee may also discuss next steps in the hiring process during both closed and open sessions.

• Review and discussion of candidates for the Executive Director position
• Discussion regarding next steps in the hiring process

The committee convened in closed session to review executive director candidates and discuss next hiring steps, then reconvened in open session with no action taken. The meeting was procedural, with no substantive decisions made.

• Convened in closed session at 4:02 p.m. (6-0)
• Reconvened in open session at 5:04 p.m. (6-0)
• Adjourned at 5:04 p.m. (6-0)

Library Board

The Manitowoc Public Library Board of Trustees will review recent financial reports and meeting minutes. The board will also receive an update on the director search and discuss the 2021 library analysis regarding Wisconsin State Standards.

• Director search report by Trustee Quistorf
• Discussion of 2021 MPL analysis regarding Wisconsin State Standards
• Review of budget status for Funds 2810 and 2813
• Staff update on the new MPL website

State of the City

This agenda is only a procedural placeholder for the State of the City meeting. It contains no specific items, decisions, or discussion topics, only the meeting title and date.

Plan Commission

The commission will hold a public hearing and vote on the creation of Tax Incremental District No. 23. The agenda also includes reviewing a subdivision concept plan off Albert Drive and a request to use city land for a stormwater facility. Additionally, members will consider a permit assignment for a manufactured home park on Viebahn Street.

• Public hearing for Tax Incremental District No. 23 boundaries and project plan
• Review of subdivision concept plan off Albert Drive by TLG Holdings LLC
• Permit assignment for Whispering Meadows MHC LLC on Viebahn Street
• Stormwater retention facility request at Reed Avenue / Lincoln Park
• Brixius Manufacturing building addition site plan

The Plan Commission approved and referred to Council the resolution designating boundaries and approving the project plan for Tax Incremental District No. 23, focused on infrastructure investments with no developer incentives. The Commission also approved a subdivision concept plan off Albert Drive, assigned a 1996 conditional use permit to Whispering Meadows MHC LLC, and approved the use of city-owned land for a stormwater retention facility. All votes were unanimous (7-0).

• Approved TIF District No. 23 resolution, referred to Council (7-0)
• Approved TLG Holdings subdivision concept plan off Albert Drive (7-0)
• Approved assignment of 1996 CUP to Whispering Meadows MHC LLC (7-0)
• Approved use of city land for stormwater pond at Reed Avenue/Lincoln Park (7-0)
• Approved minutes of February 23, 2022 meeting as amended (7-0)

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will hold a public hearing regarding sanitary sewer improvements on S. 15th St. The board will also consider bids for paving programs and an agreement for city-wide ash tree removal.

• Public hearing on S. 15th St. sanitary sewer improvements
• Agreement with Treeo's Tree Service, Inc. for $24,915.00
• Bids for 2022 Concrete Paving Program (Project WS-22-1)
• Bids for 2022 Seal Coating Program (Project WS-22-6)
• Quotes for Aerial Lift Truck with Chipper Box (QE-22-4)

The Board of Public Works held a public hearing on special assessments for S. 15th St. improvements; no one spoke. It referred bids for the 2022 concrete paving and seal coating programs, and a quote for an aerial lift truck, to staff for review. The board approved a $24,915 contract with Treeo's Tree Service for ash tree removal and stump grinding, and approved several pay estimates for engineering projects.

• Approved $24,915 contract with Treeo's Tree Service for ash tree removal and stump grinding (8-0)
• Referred Vinton Construction's $1,219,556 bid for 2022 Concrete Paving Program to staff (8-0)
• Referred bids from Fahrner Asphalt Sealers ($146,169.48) and Scott Construction ($167,336.69) for 2022 Seal Coating Program to staff (8-0)
• Referred Utility Sales' $291,172 quote for aerial lift truck with chipper box to staff (8-0)
• Approved pay estimates totaling $15,977.89 for engineering projects (8-0)

Common Council

The Common Council will hold public hearings regarding land use amendments and rezoning near Hecker Road and 8th Street. The agenda includes several contract awards for paving, signage, and street sweeper equipment. The council will also review proposed ordinance changes related to outdoor lighting and parking regulations.

• Public hearing for rezoning property near Hecker Road from R-1 to I-1
• $598,314.16 contract award to Vinton Construction Company for asphaltic concrete paving
• $281,827.00 contract award to MacQueen Equipment for a new street sweeper
• Proposed ordinance changes for outdoor lighting and parking regulations
• Approval of $1,976,502.20 in general city claims

Room Tax Commission

The commission is reviewing multiple Discover Manitowoc grant applications for local events and projects. They are also considering funding requests from the Rahr-West Art Museum and Wisconsin Maritime Museum. Additionally, the meeting includes a discussion on creating a Tourism Advisory Board.

• Discover Manitowoc Grant Applications
• Rahr-West Art Museum utility box project funding request
• Wisconsin Maritime Museum USS Cobia maintenance funding request
• Possible creation of a Tourism Advisory Board

The Commission approved six Discover Manitowoc grants totaling $21,300, plus $9,280 for the Rahr-West utility box project and $100,000 over four years for USS Cobia maintenance. They also discussed creating a Tourism Advisory Board and changing commission membership, with no formal action on those items.

• Approved $3,000 grant for Miss Harbor Cities Scholarship Competition (6-0)
• Approved $2,500 grant for Lights in Lincoln Park (6-0)
• Approved $3,300 grant for Manitowoc's Garden Faire Extraordinaire (6-0)
• Approved $6,500 grant for Maritime Bay Classic Bicycle Race (6-0)
• Approved $9,280 for Rahr-West Art Museum utility box project (6-0)
• Approved $100,000 over four years ($25,000/year) for USS Cobia maintenance (6-0)

Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee unanimously approved installing duck crossing signs on South 10th Street and adopted four ordinances amending city codes on outdoor lighting, parking, traffic, and River Point District regulations, all referred to Council. A previously tabled discussion on pedestrian signage near Wisconsin Aluminum Foundry was listed but no action was taken.

• Approved duck crossing signs on S. 10th St. between Dewey St. and Grand Ave. (5-0)
• Adopted ordinance amending MMC 18.040 on outdoor lighting (5-0)
• Adopted ordinance amending MMC 10.390 on parking for two-way street conversion (5-0)
• Adopted ordinance amending MMC Chapter 10 on traffic for two-way street conversion (5-0)
• Adopted ordinance amending MMC sections on traffic flow and parking in River Point District (5-0)

Library Board Personnel Committee

The Manitowoc Public Library Board Personnel Committee is meeting to discuss the hiring process for an Executive Director. The agenda includes reviewing candidates in a closed session and discussing next steps in an open session.

• Review of candidates for the Executive Director position
• Discussion regarding next steps in the hiring process

The committee convened in closed session to discuss candidates for the Executive Director position and next hiring steps, then reconvened in open session. No substantive decisions were made in open session; the only actions were procedural motions to enter and exit closed session and to adjourn.

• Convened in closed session to review executive director candidates (6-0)
• Reconvened in open session after closed discussion (6-0)
• Adjourned meeting (6-0)

Board of Public Works

The Board will review several bids for city infrastructure and park projects. These include work on the Lincoln Park Zoo, road paving, and intersection reconstruction. The board will also consider quotes for a new street sweeper.

• Bids for Lincoln Park Zoo Mountain Lion Exhibit Design & Build
• Bids for 2022 Asphaltic Concrete Paving
• Bids for 2022 Intersection Reconstruction for Two-Way Traffic
• Bids for 2022 Concrete Slab Replacement Program
• Quotes for one new single engine street sweeper

The Board of Public Works received bids for four projects and two quotes for a street sweeper, but took no final award action. All bids and quotes were referred to the Director of Public Infrastructure for tabulation and recommendation. The board also approved three pay estimates for ongoing projects. No change orders or contractor payroll affidavits were submitted.

• Referred Lincoln Park Zoo mountain lion exhibit design/build project back to Department of Public Infrastructure (7-0)
• Referred Vinton Construction $598,314.16 paving bid to Director of Public Infrastructure (7-0)
• Referred Vinton Construction $240,154.71 intersection reconstruction bid to Director of Public Infrastructure (7-0)
• Referred Vinton Construction $136,353.44 concrete slab replacement bid to Director of Public Infrastructure (7-0)
• Referred street sweeper quotes ($288,320 Envirotech; $281,827 MacQueen) to Director of Public Infrastructure (7-0)
• Approved pay estimates totaling $555,027.36 for three projects (7-0)

Police and Fire Commission

The Police and Fire Commission will meet to discuss personnel eligibility lists for patrol officers and firefighters/paramedics. The agenda also includes the review of monthly reports for the police and fire departments and a building inspection summary.

• Police Department Patrol Officer Eligibility List
• Fire Rescue Department Firefighter/Paramedic Eligibility List
• February 2022 Police Department Monthly Report
• February 2022 Fire Department Monthly Report
• January 2022 Building Inspection Monthly Report

Personnel Committee

The Manitowoc Personnel Committee will meet to discuss several personnel matters, including updates on health and dental plan funding. The committee is scheduled to consider a new Commercial Driver's License training policy and revisions to the Employee Policy Manual. Additionally, they will review a request for a seasonal Police Department Assistant position.

• Approval of CDL Training Policy
• Seasonal Police Department Assistant job description and hiring
• Revisions to the Employee Policy Manual
• Update on Health and Dental Plan Funding Reporting
• Review of Human Resources legal fees

The Personnel Committee approved three items and referred them to the City Council: a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) training policy to reimburse new employees for CDL costs, a new Seasonal Police Department Assistant job description and hiring request, and revisions to the Employee Policy Manual. The committee also placed on file an update on health and dental plan funding reporting, noting a shift from monthly to quarterly reports from broker USI, with no action taken. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

• Approved CDL Training Policy and referred to Council (5-0)
• Approved Seasonal Police Department Assistant job description and hire request, referred to Council (5-0)
• Approved Employee Policy Manual revisions for March 2022, referred to Council (5-0)
• Placed health/dental plan funding report update on file (no action)

Library Board Personnel Committee

The Manitowoc Public Library Personnel Committee is meeting to conduct candidate screening for the Executive Director position. The committee may also discuss next steps in the hiring process during closed and open sessions.

• Screening of candidates for Executive Director position
• Discussion regarding next steps in the hiring process

The Library Board Personnel Committee met and voted unanimously to enter closed session to screen candidates for the Executive Director position and discuss next steps in the hiring process. After reconvening in open session, the committee discussed next steps but took no formal action. The meeting adjourned without any substantive decisions being made in open session.

• Convened in closed session to screen executive director candidates (4-0)
• Reconvened in open session after closed session (4-0)
• Adjourned meeting (4-0)

Public Infrastructure Committee

The Public Infrastructure Committee will consider a potential land swap involving Camp Vits and Woodland Dunes. The meeting also includes discussions on a funding request for a vehicle upgrade and a memorandum of understanding with the Zoo Society.

• Potential land swap of Camp Vits and Woodland Dunes
• Request to erect three crosses at Evergreen Cemetery
• Memorandum of Understanding with Zoo Society
• Funding for a Gator plow/salter upgrade up to $10,000
• 2021 MS4 Permit Annual Report review

The Public Infrastructure Committee unanimously approved moving forward with a potential land swap between the City and Woodland Dunes, allowing legal and further discussions. It also approved several other items, including an annual request for crosses at Evergreen Cemetery, a draft MOU with the Zoo Society, the MS4 annual report, a Gator plow/salter purchase, and the City Hall Use Policy. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

• Approved land swap with Woodland Dunes for further discussion (5-0)
• Approved request for 3 crosses at Evergreen Cemetery, referred to council (5-0)
• Approved draft MOU with Zoo Society for Mountain Lion exhibit (5-0)
• Approved MS4 Permit 2021 Annual Report for DNR and website (5-0)
• Approved Gator plow/salter attachments up to $10,000 (5-0)
• Approved City Hall Use Policy (5-0)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will discuss budget amendments for the room tax fund and a request to fund a plow/salter attachment. The committee will also consider a correction to a manufacturing personal property assessment and the carryover of 2021 appropriations into the 2022 budget.

• Correction of error on R2H Flavor Technology LLC manufacturing personal property assessment
• Budget amendment and transfer for Fund 2130 (Room Tax)
• Funding request for a Gator plow/salter, not to exceed $10,000
• Resolution to carry forward various 2021 appropriations to the 2022 budget

The Finance Committee approved all items on the agenda, including a $5,656.53 tax refund to R2H Flavor Technology LLC, a 2022 budget amendment and transfer for the Room Tax fund, funding for a plow/salter for a Gator at a cost not to exceed $10,000, and a resolution to carry forward 2021 budget appropriations to 2022. All motions passed unanimously with a 4-0 vote. No public comment was made.

• Approved $5,656.53 tax refund to R2H Flavor Technology LLC (4-0)
• Approved 2022 budget amendment and transfer for Fund 2130 (Room Tax) (4-0)
• Approved funding up to $10,000 for plow/salter for Gator (4-0)
• Approved resolution to carry forward 2021 budget appropriations to 2022, referred to council (4-0)

Library Board

The Manitowoc Public Library Board of Trustees will review financial reports and the 2021 DPI Annual Report. The board is also scheduled to consider foundation allocations for 2022 and a special event request for the Downtown Farmers Market.

• Approval of 2022 Foundation Allocation
• Special Event Request: Downtown Farmers Market (May 7 – October 29, 2022)
• Review of 2021 DPI Annual Report
• Update on Director Search
• Review of January 2022 monthly statistics

The Manitowoc Library Board approved the January and February meeting minutes, financial reports, and the DPI Annual Report for 2021. It denied a city request to place two portable restrooms on library property for the Downtown Farmers Market, and approved the Foundation Allocation for 2022.

• Approved minutes for Jan 24 and Feb 24 meetings (9-0)
• Approved financial reports and check register (9-0)
• Denied special event request for portable restrooms on library property (8-1)
• Approved DPI Annual Report 2021 (9-0)
• Approved Foundation Allocation for 2022 (9-0)

Library Board Personnel Committee

The Manitowoc Public Library Personnel Committee is meeting to discuss applicants for the Executive Director role. This process may include a closed session for reviewing data and an open session for possible action.

• Review and discussion of Executive Director applicants

The Library Board Personnel Committee met on February 24, 2022, and convened in closed session to review executive director applicants. After reconvening in open session, no action was taken on the applicants. The meeting adjourned without any substantive decisions.

• Convened in closed session to review executive director applicants (6-0)
• Reconvened in open session (6-0)
• No action taken on executive director applicants
• Adjourned at 4:47 p.m. (6-0)

Plan Commission

The Plan Commission will hold public hearings on property rezonings at 435 N 8th Street and near Hecker Road. The meeting also includes a project update on Barriers to Development and proposed changes to commercial district regulations.

• Rezone 435 N 8th Street from B-1 Office Residential to B-3 General Business District
• Comprehensive Plan Amendment for property near Hecker Road
• City-initiated rezone from R-1 to I-1 Light Industrial near Hecker Road
• Update on Barriers to Development project and housing survey results
• Amendments to Mini-Warehouse and Site Plan Letter of Credit regulations

The Plan Commission approved a rezone of 435 N 8th Street from B-1 Office-Residential to B-4 Central Business (not B-3 as originally requested) and referred it to council. It also approved a Future Land Use Map amendment and a rezone to I-1 Light Industrial for property near Viebahn and Hecker Road, and approved an ordinance amendment on mini-warehouses and site plan letters of credit. All votes were 6-0.

• Approved rezone of 435 N 8th St from B-1 to B-4 Central Business, referred to council (6-0)
• Approved Future Land Use Map amendment for property south of Viebahn and east/west of Hecker Rd, referred to council (6-0)
• Approved city-initiated rezone from R-1 to I-1 Light Industrial for property near Viebahn and Hecker Rd, referred to council (6-0)
• Approved ordinance amendment to Chapter 15.310 (mini-warehouses) and 15.370(2) (site plan letter of credit) as amended, referred to council (6-0)
• Approved minutes of January 26, 2022 meeting as amended (6-0)

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will discuss a contract for wayfinding signage and quotes for concrete. The meeting also includes reviews of change orders, pay estimates for various projects, and contractor payroll affidavits.

• Agreement with BC Signs & Graphics for Wayfinding Signage ($18,368.40)
• Quotes for 2021 Ready Mixed Concrete
• Review of change orders
• Pay estimates for various engineering/public works projects
• Contractor's payroll affidavits

The Board of Public Works approved a $16,168.40 contract with BC Signs & Graphics for wayfinding signage (AGMT 22-02) by an 8-0 vote. It also referred three quotes for 2021 ready mixed concrete to the Director of Public Infrastructure for tabulation and recommendation, and approved two pay estimates totaling $42,870.98 for engineering/public works projects. No change orders or contractor payroll affidavits were considered.

• Approved $16,168.40 wayfinding signage contract with BC Signs & Graphics (8-0)
• Referred ready mixed concrete quotes (Carew $76,055, R&J Fricke $76,340, Schmitz $89,320) to Director of Public Infrastructure
• Approved pay estimate #5 to Automated Energy Solutions for $41,287.50 (8-0)
• Approved pay estimate #1 to Strand Associates for $1,583.48 (8-0)

Common Council

The Common Council will review several public hearings regarding land use and facility permits. The agenda also includes discussions on large-scale debt financing and infrastructure payments.

• $2,333,333.33 contract for Watermain Extension South of Viebahn Street
• Public hearing for a mini-warehouse at 3737 Dewey Street
• Issuance of $6,440,000 in General Obligation Promissory Notes
• $11,443,883.21 in general city claims
• Public hearing for a residential facility at 1010 Huron Street

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will discuss an informational update regarding the Newton Gravel Pit. The meeting may also include a closed session to discuss this same subject matter.

• Informational Update on Newton Gravel Pit (22-0053)

Room Tax Commission

The Room Tax Commission will consider a resolution to hire Courtney Hansen as the Director of Tourism. The commission will also review and approve minutes from the February 9, 2022 meeting.

• Resolution to hire Courtney Hansen as Director of Tourism
• Approval of minutes from the February 9, 2022 Room Tax Commission meeting

Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee will review monthly reports from the police and fire departments. The meeting also includes discussions on parking changes, pedestrian signage, and updates to municipal code ordinances.

• Converting north side of Washington Street (S 21st to S 25th) to no parking
• Ordinance to amend plumbing and electrical permit fees
• Pedestrian crossing signage on South 18th Street near Wisconsin Aluminum Foundry
• Ordinance to amend prohibited signs in the municipal code
• Ordinance regarding two-hour parking on South 16th Street at Wollmer Street

The Public Safety Committee approved several items, including an amended ordinance on prohibited signs (changing the right-of-way distance from 5 to 3 feet) and ordinances on plumbing/electrical permit fees and two-hour parking on South 16th Street. A request to eliminate parking on Washington Street was placed on file, and a pedestrian crossing signage request was tabled pending a draft plan.

• Approved consent agenda including January meeting minutes and monthly reports (5-0)
• Placed on file no-parking request for north side of Washington Street (5-0)
• Approved police out-of-state travel to ILEETA conference (5-0)
• Tabled pedestrian crossing signage on South 18th Street until draft plan presented (5-0)
• Adopted ordinance amending plumbing and electrical permit fees, referred to Council (5-0)
• Adopted amended ordinance on prohibited signs (right-of-way distance changed to 3 feet), referred to Council (5-0)
• Adopted ordinance regulating two-hour parking on South 16th Street at Wollmer Street, referred to Council (5-0)

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will consider bids for a watermain extension south of Viebahn Street. The board will also review an agreement with STS Trucking for ash tree removal at Lincoln Park. Other items include reviewing change orders and pay estimates for various projects.

• Bids for Watermain Extension South of Viebahn Street (Project WU-22-10)
• $14,000.00 agreement with STS Trucking for 2022 Ash Tree Removal at Lincoln Park
• Review of change orders and pay estimates for various engineering/public works projects

Room Tax Commission

The Room Tax Commission will consider the 2022 Room Tax Budget. The meeting also includes discussions regarding a future visitor center and the hiring of a Director of Tourism.

• Possible action on hiring Courtney Hansen as Director of Tourism
• Discussion and possible action on 2022 Room Tax Budget
• Discussion on future visitor center
• Approval of November 17, 2021, meeting minutes

The Room Tax Commission approved the 2022 Room Tax Budget (5-0) after discussion. The commission also voted 4-1 to enter closed session to discuss the hiring of a Director of Tourism, but no action was taken on hiring. A discussion on future visitor center plans included proposals for a virtual visitor center and partnerships.

• Approved 2022 Room Tax Budget (5-0)
• Approved minutes from November 17, 2021 meeting (5-0)
• Voted 4-1 to enter closed session (Brey opposed)
• Reconvened in open session (5-0)
• No action taken on hiring Director of Tourism

Police and Fire Commission

The commission will meet to elect a new President and review eligibility lists for Police Department Patrol Officer, Lieutenant, and Captain positions. The agenda includes reviewing monthly reports for the police, fire rescue, and building inspection departments. A follow-up regarding a 2020 complaint against the Inspection Department is also scheduled.

• Election of Police and Fire Commission President
• Police Department Patrol Officer, Lieutenant, and Captain eligibility lists
• Monthly reports for Police, Fire Rescue, and Building Inspection departments
• Follow-up on 2020 complaint against the Inspection Department

The Police and Fire Commission unanimously elected Commissioner Michael Wellner as president. The commission approved the consent agenda, including monthly reports, and approved three police department eligibility lists for patrol officer, lieutenant, and captain. It then convened in closed session to discuss the fire chief's performance and a complaint against the Inspection Department, later reconvening to place both communications on file.

• Elected Michael Wellner as President (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including December 2021 and January 2022 monthly reports (unanimous)
• Approved Police Department Patrol Officer Eligibility List (unanimous)
• Approved Police Department Lieutenant Eligibility List (unanimous)
• Approved Police Department Captain Eligibility List (unanimous)
• Convened in closed session for personnel matters (unanimous)
• Placed Fire Chief Performance update on file (unanimous)
• Placed complaint follow-up regarding Gary Nolden on file (unanimous)

Personnel Committee

The committee will review human resources initiatives, legal fees, and health plan funding. Discussion items include a staffing overlap request for the Fire Rescue Department and a position reclassification for the Municipal Court Clerk.

• Request to approve Municipal Court Clerk position reclassification
• Staffing overlap request for the Fire Rescue Department
• Review of legal fees billed through January 2022 for Human Resources
• Report on health plan funding

The Personnel Committee approved a staffing overlap request for the Fire Rescue Department to allow a recruit class with six candidates, and approved reclassifying the Municipal Court Clerk position from grade F to G. Both items will be referred to the City Council. The consent agenda, including minutes and reports, was also approved unanimously.

• Approved staffing overlap request for Fire Rescue Department (5-0), referred to Council
• Approved Municipal Court Clerk position reclassification from grade F to G (5-0), referred to Council
• Approved consent agenda including January 3, 2022 minutes and reports (5-0)

Finance Committee

The committee will review the 2022 Debt Financing Plan and various bond issuance resolutions totaling millions of dollars. Agenda items also include liquor license applications, municipal court reports, and a potential development agreement with Kaysun.

• Debt issuance resolutions including $6,440,000 in General Obligation Promissory Notes
• Liquor license applications for Fast Taco, The Tipsy Tomato Pub & Pizzeria, and Baymont Hotel
• Capital Plan for the Manitowoc Marina
• Potential development agreement with Kaysun
• Agreement with Midwest Cycling Series to host the Tour of America’s Dairyland Bike Race

The Finance Committee unanimously approved five resolutions authorizing the issuance of up to $16.7 million in general obligation promissory notes, bonds, and anticipation notes for 2022 debt financing. It also approved a capital plan for the Manitowoc Marina, accepted the 4th Quarter 2021 Investment Report, and recommended approval of three Class B liquor licenses. The committee entered into an agreement with Midwest Cycling Series to host the Tour of America's Dairyland Bike Race (4-1, Brunner abstaining) and approved an ARPA agreement with Manitowoc County. All votes were 5-0 unless noted.

• Approved resolution authorizing up to $6,440,000 in general obligation promissory notes (5-0)
• Approved resolution authorizing up to $3,845,000 in general obligation promissory notes (5-0)
• Approved resolution authorizing up to $3,535,000 in notes and anticipation notes (5-0)
• Approved resolution authorizing up to $1,420,000 in notes and taxable anticipation notes (5-0)
• Approved resolution authorizing up to $1,500,000 in taxable refunding bonds (5-0)
• Approved capital plan for Manitowoc Marina (5-0)
• Approved agreement with Midwest Cycling Series for Tour of America's Dairyland Bike Race (4-1, Brunner abstained)
• Approved ARPA agreement with Manitowoc County (5-0)

Plan Commission

The Manitowoc Plan Commission will hold public hearings on several land use requests, including a residential treatment facility and a mini-warehouse. The meeting also includes reviews of existing permits and a proposed street vacation.

• Conditional Use Permit for a residential treatment facility at 1010 Huron Street
• Conditional Use Permit for a mini-warehouse at 3737 Dewey Street
• City-initiated street vacation near S. Frontage Road and S. 42nd Street
• Annual review of a recycling facility permit at 1107 Franklin Street
• Review of proposals for the Comprehensive Plan Update

The Plan Commission approved a conditional use permit for Pathways for a Better Life, LLC to operate a 60-bed community-based residential facility for drug and alcohol treatment at the former McKinley School, 1010 Huron Street. The permit was approved with five conditions and referred to the Common Council. The commission also approved a mini-warehouse CUP at 3737 Dewey Street, a street vacation near S. Frontage Road and S. 42nd Street, annual reviews for recycling and adaptive reuse permits, and selected Vandewalle & Associates for the Comprehensive Plan update.

• Approved CUP for 60-bed treatment facility at 1010 Huron St. (7-0)
• Approved CUP for mini-warehouse at 3737 Dewey St. (7-0)
• Approved street vacation and official map amendment near S. Frontage Rd. and S. 42nd St. (7-0)
• Approved annual review of Plate Enterprises recycling facility CUP (7-0)
• Approved bi-annual review of Grow it Forward adaptive reuse CUP (7-0)
• Approved annual review of 35 Community Living Arrangements (7-0)
• Approved Vandewalle & Associates for Comprehensive Plan update (6-0, 1 abstention)
• Discussed Evergreen Real Estate project at 1127 & 1133 S. 16th St. (stopped due to funding)

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will discuss bids for the 2022 Televising Miscellaneous Sewers I project. The agenda also includes reviewing change orders and pay estimates for various engineering and public works projects.

• Bids for 2022 Televising Miscellaneous Sewers I, Project #WU-22-5
• Change orders
• Pay estimates for various engineering/public works projects
• Contractor's payroll affidavits

The Board of Public Works referred three bids for the 2022 Televising Miscellaneous Sewers I project to the Director of Public Infrastructure for tabulation and recommendation. The board also approved four change orders and multiple pay estimates for various engineering and public works projects, all by unanimous 6-0 votes. No contractor payroll affidavits were submitted.

• Referred sewer TV bids to Director of Public Infrastructure (6-0)
• Approved change orders including Vinton Construction CO #2 (+$1,241.48) and CO #3-Final (-$153,201.63) for Custer St Reconstruction (6-0)
• Approved change order for Rahr-West Art Museum Elevator Addition & Remodel (+$18,043.18) (6-0)
• Approved pay estimates totaling over $1.06M for various projects (6-0)

Library Board

The Manitowoc Public Library Board of Trustees will meet to review financial reports and approve various policy updates. Proposed actions include changes to the employee policy manual, social media usage, and intellectual freedom. The board will also discuss restricting access to library resources.

• Review of budget status for Funds 2810 and 2813
• Proposed updates to the Employee Policy Manual
• Proposed adoption of a Social Media Policy
• Action on Fine Free Fridays initiative
• Discussion regarding restricting access to library resources

The Manitowoc Public Library Board approved the revised Employee Policy Manual, exempted library employees from the City's social media policy, adopted Fine Free Fridays, the amended Lost/Unattended Child Policy, and the Intellectual Freedom Policy. A motion to amend the Employee Policy Manual's secondary employment language failed for lack of a second. All votes were 9-0.

• Approved revised Employee Policy Manual (9-0)
• Approved exemption of library employees from City social media policy (9-0)
• Approved Fine Free Fridays recommendation (9-0)
• Approved amended Lost/Unattended Child Policy (9-0)
• Adopted Intellectual Freedom Policy (9-0)
• Motion to amend Employee Policy Manual secondary employment language failed for lack of second

Common Council

The Common Council will meet to discuss several items, including the creation of a downtown residential investment grant. The agenda also includes reviewing $14,353,004.91 in city claims and approving various infrastructure payments.

• Approval of liquor licenses for Novak's Elbow Room and Petskull Brewing Company
• Review of $14,353,004.91 in general city claims
• Establishment of the Downtown Residential Investment Grant
• Ordinance amendment regarding Lead Service Lateral Replacements
• Payment of $109,200 to Custom Manufacturing, Inc. for bridge work

The Common Council approved the sale of an approximate 5-acre parcel in the I-43 Industrial Park to Harvest Digital Industries, Inc., subject to the land sale rebate policy. The council also adopted a resolution establishing the Downtown Residential Investment Grant funded by the Healthy Neighborhood Initiative. All other agenda items, including the consent agenda, were approved unanimously.

• Approved land sale of ~5 acres to Harvest Digital Industries, Inc. (10-0)
• Adopted Downtown Residential Investment Grant resolution (10-0)
• Adopted resolution rescinding Room Tax Allocation Policy (8-2)
• Approved consent agenda including $14,353,004.91 in claims (10-0)
• Approved 2022 Seasonal Employment Policy and payrates (10-0)
• Adopted ordinance amending lead service lateral replacement regulations (10-0)
• Approved 2022 Building Inspection Fees resolution (10-0)
• Approved three LifeQuest hardship requests (10-0 each)

Committee of the Whole

The committee will receive an informational update on the Newton Gravel Pit. This item may involve a closed session to discuss legal strategy regarding litigation.

• Presentation on Proposed Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) Committee Charter
• Informational Update on Newton Gravel Pit

The Committee of the Whole received a presentation from Mayor Justin Nickels and the EDI charter group on a proposed Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) Committee for the City of Manitowoc. No formal action was taken on the proposal; the meeting was adjourned without any substantive decisions.

• Received presentation on proposed EDI Committee (no action taken)

Public Safety Committee

The committee will review monthly reports for the police, fire rescue, and building inspection departments. Members will also consider updates to building inspection fees and an ordinance regarding the razing of buildings.

• Resolution for 2022 Building Inspection Fees
• Ordinance to amend MMC 16.070 regarding razing of buildings
• Vacation of the alleyway between Rankin Street and Kemper Street
• Request for left turn arrows on Calumet Avenue at South 30th and 35th Streets
• Discussion of pedestrian traffic at South 23rd Street and Dewey Street

The committee unanimously approved a resolution to slightly increase 2022 building inspection permit fees and establish a fee schedule for code enforcement inspections, referring it to the Common Council. It also approved an ordinance amending MMC 16.070 on razing buildings, and referred several traffic-related items to Council, including moving a 'Do Not Enter' sign, installing pedestrian warning signs on Dewey Street, and conducting a traffic study for left turn arrows on Calumet Avenue. Three LifeQuest hardship requests were approved for referral to Council, with two bills rescinded and one reduced by 75 percent.

• Approved 2022 Building Inspection Fees resolution (5-0)
• Approved ordinance amending MMC 16.070 on razing buildings (5-0)
• Approved moving 'Do Not Enter' sign at Rankin/Kemper alley (5-0)
• Approved installing pedestrian warning signs on Dewey Street at S. 23rd (5-0)
• Referred traffic study for left turn arrows on Calumet Ave to Council (5-0)
• Approved rescinding LifeQuest bill 182A-21-3691 (5-0)
• Approved reducing LifeQuest bill 182A-21-4407 by 75% (5-0)
• Approved rescinding LifeQuest bill 182A-21-3922 (5-0)

Public Infrastructure Committee

The Public Infrastructure Committee will meet to discuss several utility and land use items. This includes resolutions for sanitary sewers on S. 15th Street and a technical services agreement for the S. 14th Street lift station. The committee will also consider grant agreements and ordinance changes.

• Preliminary Resolution for S. 15th Street Sanitary Sewer
• Technical Services Agreement with Strand Associates Inc. for S. 14th Street Lift Station
• 2022 Urban Forestry Grant Agreement
• Ordinance changes pertaining to Laterals
• Transfer of Municipal Field Baseball Diamond to Manitowoc Public School District

The Public Infrastructure Committee approved several consent agenda items, including the 2022 Urban Forestry Grant Agreement, a Zoo Society donation link on the city website, and the MMT Assist to Transport Agreement for 2022-24. It also approved a resolution for S. 15th Street sanitary sewer work, a technical services agreement with Strand Associates for the S. 14th Street lift station, a memorandum of understanding with City Centre LLC, and a contract for 405 N. 40th Street. The City Hall Use Policy was tabled until February, and the Municipal Field baseball diamond transfer to the school district was tabled until February 2, 2022, pending further discussions.

• Approved 2022 Urban Forestry Grant Agreement (4-0)
• Approved Zoo Society donation link on city website (4-0)
• Approved MMT Assist to Transport Agreement for 2022-24 (4-0)
• Approved resolution for S. 15th Street sanitary sewer (4-0)
• Approved technical services agreement with Strand Associates for S. 14th Street lift station (4-0)
• Approved MOU with City Centre LLC, subject to City Attorney review (4-0)
• Approved 405 N. 40th Street agreement (4-0)
• Tabled City Hall Use Policy until February

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will discuss several infrastructure and resource items. This includes a contract for stormwater pond modifications at Vits Drive and a timber sale contract. The board will also review change orders and pay estimates for various engineering and public works projects.

• Agreement with Vinton Construction Company for $14,075.57 for Vits Drive Stormwater Pond outlet structure modifications
• Timber Sale Contract with Lakeshore Forest Products, Inc.
• Review of change orders and pay estimates for various engineering/public works projects

The Board of Public Works approved a $14,075.57 contract with Vinton Construction for Vits Drive stormwater pond outlet structure modifications. It also approved a timber sale contract with Lakeshore Forest Products, Inc., and approved multiple change orders and pay estimates for various public works projects. All votes were unanimous (7-0).

• Approved Vinton Construction agreement for Vits Drive stormwater pond outlet modifications, $14,075.57 (7-0)
• Approved timber sale contract with Lakeshore Forest Products, Inc. (7-0)
• Approved change orders: Vinton Construction CO #4-Final for 2021 Asphalt Paving (+$21,131.29) and Lunda Construction CO #1 for S.S. Badger ferry ramp repair (+$5,385.64) (7-0)
• Approved pay estimates for six projects totaling $300,090.14 (7-0)

Finance Committee

The committee will consider liquor license applications for businesses on Buffalo Street. Members will also discuss an agreement with Manitowoc County regarding American Rescue Plan Act funds and review 2022 debt borrowing scenarios. Additionally, the agenda includes setting compensation for 2022 election pollworkers.

• Liquor license applications for Novak's Elbow Room and Petskull Brewing Company LLC
• A $1,925 donation to the zoo for outdoor education equipment
• Discussion of the American Rescue Plan Act agreement with Manitowoc County
• Compensation resolutions for 2022 election pollworkers and absentee canvassers
• Review of 2022 debt borrowing scenarios

The Finance Committee unanimously approved all consent agenda items and recommendations, including accepting a $1,925 zoo donation, approving two Class B liquor licenses, setting 2022 pay rates for election workers, and placing an omitted parcel on the 2022 tax roll for $2,502.36 in additional taxes. They also approved an out-of-state travel request for a finance department conference. No action was taken on the ARPA agreement with Manitowoc County, which will be discussed at the next meeting.

• Approved consent agenda including Dec. 7, 2021 minutes (5-0)
• Accepted $1,925 zoo donation from D. Hoffmann (5-0)
• Approved Class B liquor license for Novak's Elbow Room (5-0)
• Approved Class B liquor license for Petskull Brewing Company (5-0)
• Set 2022 pay for Municipal Board of Absentee Canvassers (5-0)
• Set 2022 compensation for election pollworkers (5-0)
• Placed omitted parcel 446-001-300 on 2022 tax roll for $2,502.36 (5-0)
• Approved out-of-state travel to Springbrook User Conference (5-0)

Personnel Committee

The Personnel Committee will consider updates to the 2022 seasonal hiring policy and a request to reclassify the Property Evidence Clerk position. The committee will also review human resources legal fees and health plan funding reports.

• Request to approve Property Evidence Clerk position reclassification
• Request to approve 2022 seasonal hiring policy updates
• Review of Human Resources legal fees through December 2021
• Report on health plan funding
• Contract adjustment request from WPPA Local 20

The Personnel Committee approved two items and referred them to the City Council: reclassifying the Property Evidence Clerk position for the Police Department, and updating the 2022 Seasonal Hiring Policy with new compensation and pay ranges. The committee also approved the consent agenda, which included minutes and reports, and convened in closed session to discuss a request from WPPA Local 20 to adjust a contract, but took no action on that request after reconvening.

• Approved Property Evidence Clerk position reclassification for Police Department, referred to council (5-0)
• Approved 2022 Seasonal Hiring Policy updates and appendices, referred to council (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including December 6, 2021 minutes and reports (5-0)
• Convened in closed session to discuss WPPA Local 20 contract adjustment request (5-0)
• Reconvened in open session; no discussion or action on WPPA Local 20 request