Milwaukee public meetings in 2021

COMMON COUNCIL

The Milwaukee Common Council is meeting to adopt a motion for a city-wide special election. This election would fill the vacant office of the mayor on April 5, 2022.

• Motion ordering a city-wide special election for April 5, 2022, to fill the vacant mayor's office

The Common Council approved a motion ordering a city-wide special election on April 5, 2022, to fill the vacant office of mayor. The motion passed unanimously with 12 votes in favor and 0 against; three aldermen were excused. No other substantive decisions were made at this meeting.

• Approved motion ordering special election for mayor on April 5, 2022 (12-0, 3 excused)

SKYWALK DESIGN COMMITTEE

The Skywalk Design Committee is reviewing an ordinance to grant an air space lease to the Wisconsin Center District. The proposal concerns a skywalk located at 400 West Wisconsin Avenue on North Vel R Phillips Avenue.

• Ordinance 210822: Air space lease to the Wisconsin Center District for a Skywalk on North Vel R Phillips Avenue

The Skywalk Design Committee approved an ordinance granting an air space lease to the Wisconsin Center District for a new skywalk on North Vel R Phillips Avenue at 400 West Wisconsin Avenue. The skywalk will replace a removed one connecting the Hyatt Hotel to the convention center, with design changes including more glass (54% vs. 37%) and ADA compliance. The motion was approved without objection.

• Approved air space lease for skywalk on North Vel R Phillips Avenue (unanimous)

FIRE AND POLICE COMMISSION

The commission will consider multiple promotions for Assistant Chief, Inspector, and Captain positions in the Police Department. The agenda also includes requests to retitle six Fire Department positions and reclassify two specific roles. Additionally, the board will elect a new Vice-Chair.

• Promotions for three Assistant Chief, four Inspector, and two Captain positions in the Police Department
• Retitling of six positions within the Fire Department
• Reclassification requests for Fire Lieutenant and Fire Paramedic roles
• Election of the Commission Vice-Chair
• Approval of the 911 Telecommunicator eligibility list

The Milwaukee Fire and Police Commission approved multiple personnel actions, including promotions to Assistant Chief, Inspector, and Captain of Police, as well as reclassification requests for fire department positions. The commission also adopted the 911 Telecommunicator Eligibility List and placed an executive director update on file. All votes were unanimous (5-0) with one commissioner excused.

• Approved promotions to Assistant Chief (3) (5-0)
• Approved promotions to Inspector of Police (4) (5-0)
• Approved promotions to Captain of Police (2) (5-0)
• Approved Police Lieutenant to serve as Acting Captain for over 30 days (5-0)
• Approved reclassification of Fire Lieutenant (EMS Technical Resource Specialist) (5-0)
• Approved reclassification of Fire Paramedic (MIH Program Operations Coordinator) (5-0)
• Approved 911 Telecommunicator Eligibility List (5-0)
• Adopted consent agenda items including December 2 minutes, Systems Analyst Sr.-MFD eligibility list, and retitling six Fire Department positions

FIRE AND POLICE COMMISSION

The Milwaukee Fire and Police Commission is meeting to consider resolutions regarding promotions within the Milwaukee Police Department. These items cover positions for Assistant Chief, Inspector of Police, and Captain of Police.

• Resolution to approve three Assistant Chief promotions
• Resolution to approve four Inspector of Police promotions
• Endorsement of Paul Lough for Inspector of Police
• Resolution to approve two Captain of Police promotions

CHARTER SCHOOL REVIEW COMMITTEE

The Charter School Review Committee will evaluate the prospectuses for The Enes Kanter Freedom Academy and Wisconsin Pioneer Academy. A vote may be taken on either or both school applications. The committee will also review administrative matters for the 2021-23 school years.

• Prospectus review for The Enes Kanter Freedom Academy (of Maestro Education)
• Prospectus review for Wisconsin Pioneer Academy
• Approval of November 17 meeting minutes
• Review of administrative matters for the 2021-23 school years

The Charter School Review Committee voted not to invite the Milwaukee Math and Science Academy (MMSA) expansion proposal to move forward, citing concerns about the school's academic probation and the need to focus resources on the existing school. The committee also required Wisconsin Pioneer Academy to submit a revised prospectus before a full proposal. Both actions were approved without objection.

• Motion to not invite MMSA expansion to move forward approved (no objections)
• Motion requiring Wisconsin Pioneer Academy to submit revised prospectus approved (no objections)
• Minutes of Nov. 17 meeting approved (no objections)

CITY-COUNTY ADVISORY BOARD ON CLIMATE AND ECONOMIC EQUITY

The City-County Task Force on Climate and Economic Equity will review policy and project recommendations from the Adaptation and Climate Resilience Work Group. The committee will also discuss the completion timeline for the Milwaukee Climate and Equity Action Plan.

• Review and approval of Adaptation and Climate Resilience Work Group policy and project recommendations
• Discussion regarding the Milwaukee Climate and Equity Action Plan completion timeline
• Approval of meeting minutes from October 29, 2021

COMMON COUNCIL

The Common Council will consider several projects for the 2022 Capital Improvement Program, including street lighting and traffic signals. The meeting also includes reviews of budget appropriations and various state grants.

• $700,956.04 for traffic signal improvements ($70,095.61 City share)
• $29,203,000 for nonassessable public improvements
• $8,778,674.35 for construction of nonassessable public improvements
• Funding for Bike Share Phase 2 project design and construction
• Traffic-calming plan for W. Highland Boulevard using ARPA funds

The Common Council failed to override the mayor's vetoes on a charter ordinance regarding special counsel employment and a substitute ordinance on aldermanic district boundaries, sustaining both vetoes. The council approved a 60-day suspension of licenses for Habib Manjee's ELMNT premises, denied nonrenewal for Harjinder Singh's Center Petro Mart, and passed numerous resolutions for 2022 capital improvements, grants, and appointments.

• Veto of special counsel charter ordinance sustained (override failed 8-7)
• Veto of aldermanic district boundaries ordinance sustained (override failed 0-15)
• Approved 60-day suspension of ELMNT licenses (8-7)
• Approved nonrenewal of Center Petro Mart extended hours license
• Passed ordinance on traffic calming recovery rate ratio (15-0)
• Adopted resolution to vacate South 3rd Street north of West Lincoln Avenue (15-0)
• Adopted 2022 Capital Improvement Program resolutions for various improvements (15-0)
• Approved charter school contract renewal for Darrell Lynn Hines College Prep (15-0)

MILWAUKEE ARTS BOARD

The Milwaukee Arts Board will hear a presentation regarding the North Holton Street Viaduct Rehabilitation Project. The meeting also includes reports from the Public Art and Grants subcommittees, including recommendations for 2022 Sustaining Grant applications.

• North Holton Street Viaduct Rehabilitation Project presentation
• Public Art Subcommittee Report
• Recommendations for the 2022 Sustaining Grant Application
• Review of major dates for 2022

The Milwaukee Arts Board voted to disband the interim report requirement for grants, approved narrative questions for the 2022 Sustaining Grant Application, and allowed broadcasting and historic organizations to continue applying for funding. The board also held the North Holton Street Viaduct Rehabilitation Project presentation for further discussion and approved previous meeting minutes.

• Disbanded interim report requirement (motion sustained over Ald. Murphy's objection)
• Approved broadcasting and historic organizations to continue applying for funding (Ald. Kovac and Emilia Layden abstained on Historic Milwaukee)
• Approved narrative questions for 2022 Sustaining Grant Application
• Held North Holton Street Viaduct Rehabilitation Project to call of chair
• Approved previous meeting minutes

MILWAUKEE ARTS BOARD PUBLIC ART SUBCOMMITTEE

The Milwaukee Arts Board Public Art Subcommittee will discuss the New Work Fund and Conservation Fund. The agenda also includes items regarding the art collection and HOC Mural Guidelines.

• New Work Fund
• Conservation Fund
• Art Collection
• HOC Mural Guidelines

The Public Art Subcommittee approved the previous meeting minutes and discussed plans for a 2022 artist residency program, aiming for a June launch with one artist per city department. They also noted updates to the Conservation Fund application and a press release scheduled for January. No formal votes were taken on new initiatives.

• Approved previous meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Discussed artist residency program targeting June 2022 launch
• Agreed to compare 3-4 residency programs for framework
• Scheduled meeting with DCD to discuss residency goals

FPC RESEARCH AND RULES COMMITTEE

The committee will discuss a report from the Wisconsin Policy Forum regarding Milwaukee Police Department policies and protocols. The agenda also includes approving minutes from the September 17, 2020 FPC Rules Subcommittee meeting.

• Approval of September 17, 2020 FPC Rules Subcommittee meeting minutes (FPC21402)
• Communication regarding a report and commendations for the FPC (FPC21387)
• Communication regarding Milwaukee Police Department policies and protocols (FPC21388)

The Fire and Police Commission Research and Rules Committee met virtually and adopted the September 17, 2020 FPC Rules Subcommittee meeting minutes by a 3-0 vote. Two communications—one from the League of Women Voters and one from the Wisconsin Policy Forum—were placed on file without action. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Adopted September 17, 2020 FPC Rules Subcommittee minutes (3-0)
• Placed League of Women Voters communication on file
• Placed Wisconsin Policy Forum communication on file

LICENSES COMMITTEE

The Licenses Committee will consider a motion related to the committee's recommendations for licenses. The provided agenda does not specify which particular licenses are being discussed.

• Motion 211126 relating to License Committee recommendations

The Licenses Committee approved a Class B tavern license for Tsunami at 130 W Layton Ave (4-0) and approved a Class B tavern, food dealer, and public entertainment license for Wall Street Stock Bar at 219 S 2nd St (3-1), with an amendment requiring a 20-car parking lot lease. The committee also approved a loading zone license renewal for Lutheran Church of the Great Spirit (4-0) and a batch of Class D operator's licenses (4-0). Several other license applications were listed as agenda-only items with no action taken.

• Approved Class B tavern license for Tsunami at 130 W Layton Ave (4-0)
• Approved Wall Street Stock Bar license at 219 S 2nd St with parking lease amendment (3-1)
• Approved loading zone license renewal for Lutheran Church of the Great Spirit (4-0)
• Approved 29 Class D operator's licenses (4-0)
• Approved file #211126 recommending license approvals (4-0)

HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION

The commission will review several resolutions regarding Certificates of Appropriateness for properties in various historic districts. This includes public hearings for proposed changes to porches, fences, and storefronts. Some items are presented as staff-approved repairs and replacements.

• Public hearing for a new storefront at 1023 W. Historic Mitchell Street
• Proposed porch enlargement and balcony addition at 1825 N. 1st Street
• Request for chimney reconstruction at 2640 N. Lake Drive
• Review of mothball status for 322 W. State Street
• Staff-approved window replacement at 102 E Vine Street

The Historic Preservation Commission voted on 25 certificates of appropriateness, approving 20, denying 4, and holding 2. Denials included a mothball status request at 322 W. State Street, a chain link fence and porch alterations at 2536 N. Sherman Boulevard, a new storefront at 1023 W. Historic Mitchell Street, and painting of masonry at 2339 N. Sherman Boulevard. Two items were held: chimney work at 2640 N. Lake Drive and stained glass windows at 790 N. Van Buren Street.

• Denied mothball status at 322 W. State Street (6-0)
• Denied chain link fence at 2536 N. Sherman Boulevard (6-0)
• Denied porch alterations at 2536 N. Sherman Boulevard (6-0)
• Denied new storefront at 1023 W. Historic Mitchell Street (6-0)
• Denied painting of masonry at 2339 N. Sherman Boulevard, with 9-month removal order (6-0)
• Held chimney reconstruction at 2640 N. Lake Drive (6-0)
• Held stained glass windows at 790 N. Van Buren Street (6-0)
• Approved 20 certificates of appropriateness, including porch balcony at 1825 N. 1st Street and new house at 116 W. Vine Street (6-0 each)

SAFETY AND CIVIC COMMISSION

The commission will review the November 8, 2021, meeting minutes for approval. Several subcommittees are scheduled to present reports on topics including traffic safety and drug demand reduction. No specific new ordinances or contracts are listed for this meeting.

• Approval of November 8, 2021, meeting minutes

TRAVAUX INC. BOARD OF DIRECTORS

The Travaux, Inc. Board of Directors will review the 2022 business plan and annual operating budget. The meeting also includes approval of October 14, 2021, meeting minutes and the proposed 2022 board schedule. Additionally, the President will present a report on HACM Section 3 rules.

• Approval of October 14, 2021, meeting minutes
• Motion to approve the proposed 2022 Board of Directors schedule
• Resolution for the 2022 Travaux, Inc. Business Plan and Annual Operating Budget
• President's report on HACM Section 3 New Final Rule Overview

The Travaux Inc. Board of Directors approved the 2022 business plan and annual operating budget, along with the minutes from the October 14, 2021 meeting and the 2022 meeting schedule. The board also heard reports on Section 3 compliance and a $5 million tax credit application for Highland Gardens.

• Approved minutes of October 14, 2021 meeting (6-0)
• Approved 2022 meeting schedule (6-0)
• Adopted 2022 Business Plan and Annual Operating Budget (6-0)

CITY-COUNTY ADVISORY BOARD ON CLIMATE AND ECONOMIC EQUITY

The City-County Task Force on Climate and Economic Equity will discuss the final draft of the Jobs and Equity Green Jobs Accelerator. The agenda also includes a discussion regarding the American Rescue Plan Act Good Jobs Challenge Grant Opportunity.

• Jobs and Equity Green Jobs Accelerator Final Draft Discussion
• American Rescue Plan Act Good Jobs Challenge Grant Opportunity

CITY INFORMATION MANAGEMENT COMMITTEE

The City Information Management Committee is reviewing proposed departmental record schedules and the Microsoft 365 Data Retention Policy. The meeting also includes consideration of the Information & Technology Management Division's Data Governance Plan. Additionally, members will review copying costs and approve the 2022 meeting schedule.

• Proposed departmental record schedules
• Microsoft 365 Data Retention Policy
• DocuSign Records Maintenance and Retention Best Practices
• Information & Technology Management Division Data Governance Plan
• Review of copying costs

The City Information Management Committee approved several records-related items, including proposed departmental record schedules, a data governance plan, and amendments to copying costs. It also gave tentative approval to policies on Microsoft 365 data retention and DocuSign records, with final review pending. The 2022 meeting schedule was approved.

• Approved proposed departmental record schedules (no objection)
• Approved amendment to Ch. 81-385 setting copy costs at $.05 per single-sided and $.10 per double-sided copy (no objection)
• Approved Data Governance Plan (no objection)
• Tentatively approved Microsoft 365 Data Retention Policy in principle, final review pending (no objection)
• Tentatively approved DocuSign Records Maintenance and Retention Best Practices in principle, final review pending (no objection)
• Approved 2022 meeting schedule: March 17, June 16, September 15, December 8 (no objection)

COMMUNITY COLLABORATIVE COMMISSION

The Commission will discuss hiring a consultant to conduct a community survey. Members will also discuss use of force language and plan a meeting with New Jersey officials regarding similar language.

• Possible vote on hiring a consultant for a community survey
• Discussion and possible vote on use of force language
• Planning a Zoom meeting with New Jersey regarding use of force language
• Review of 2020/2021 Commission activities (Communication 200315)

The Community Collaborative Commission approved revised use of force language, adding 'necessary and proportional' to the Standard Operating Procedure, and will forward it to the Fire and Police Commission for review. The commission tabled a proposal to hire a consultant for a community survey until the next meeting. Minutes from November 11 were approved without objection.

• Approved revised use of force language adding 'necessary and proportional' (unanimous)
• Tabled hiring a consultant for community survey to next meeting
• Approved minutes of November 11 meeting (unanimous)

HOUSING AUTHORITY

The Housing Authority of the City of Milwaukee is reviewing several 2022 fiscal operating budgets, including programs for Section 8 and public housing. The board will also consider a tax credit application for Highland Park and Mixed Finance Development.

• Approval of 2022 Fiscal Operating Budgets for various programs and developments
• Tax Credit Application to WHEDA for Highland Park and Mixed Finance Development
• Adoption of temporary policy waivers under the CARES Act
• Report on the Recovery Plan Monthly Update

The Housing Authority of the City of Milwaukee (HACM) approved its 2022 fiscal operating budgets, including the consolidated budget and programs, and authorized submission of a tax credit application for Highland Park and a mixed finance development. The board also approved the consent agenda items, including meeting minutes and the 2022 board schedule, and adopted temporary policy waivers under the CARES Act. The meeting included a closed session for employee matters.

• Approved 2022 fiscal operating budgets (3-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved submission of tax credit application for Highland Park and mixed finance development (4-0)
• Adopted temporary policy waivers under CARES Act (4-0)
• Approved minutes of November 10 and November 29, 2021 meetings (voice vote and 4-0)
• Approved 2022 board meeting schedule (4-0)

COMMUNITY & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE

The committee will consider resolutions regarding federal grant allocations and a new funding plan. This includes the allocation of the HUD Emergency Solutions Grant-CV2. The meeting also covers establishing the Year 2022 Funding Allocation Plan.

• Allocation of the HUD Emergency Solutions Grant-CV2
• Establishment of the Year 2022 Funding Allocation Plan

The Community & Economic Development Committee recommended adoption of two resolutions: one allocating Emergency Solutions Grant-CV2 funds from HUD, and another establishing the 2022 Funding Allocation Plan. Both were approved unanimously (4-0) and forwarded to the full council.

• Recommended adoption of Emergency Solutions Grant-CV2 allocation resolution (4-0)
• Recommended adoption of 2022 Funding Allocation Plan resolution (4-0)

FINANCE & PERSONNEL COMMITTEE

The committee will consider several state health grants for programs including WIC and lead detection. Members will also review a 2% wage adjustment for non-represented city employees. Additionally, the agenda includes an appropriation of $50,000,001 from a special fund.

• 2% wage adjustment for eligible non-represented City employees
• Appropriation of $50,000,001 from the Special Purpose Account Reimbursable Services Advance Fund
• Acceptance of various 2022 health grants from the State of Wisconsin
• Ordinances to amend 2022 rates of pay and positions in City Service
• City acquisition of church properties for non-payment of taxes

The Finance & Personnel Committee approved a vacancy agenda, including all Health Department positions, after initially holding some positions. It also recommended adoption of multiple state health grants and budget-related resolutions, and placed several communications on file. The committee held a communication about church properties acquired for non-payment of taxes to the call of the chair.

• Approved vacancy requests agenda, including all Health Department positions (5-0)
• Approved communication on single/sole source contract changes (5-0)
• Placed on file communication on waivers for sole source contracts (4-0, Kovac excused)
• Recommended placing on file reports on Local Business Enterprise Program and Socially Responsible Contractors Bid Incentive (5-0)
• Recommended placing on file classification studies and salary ordinance amendments (5-0)
• Recommended adoption of 2022 state health grants (Family Planning, HIV Partner Services, STD Infertility Prevention, Immunization Action Plan, Lead Detection, Maternal and Child Health, MA Outreach, Universal Newborn Hearing Screening, WIC) (5-0 each)
• Recommended adoption of resolutions for 2022 budget expenditures and $50,000,001 appropriation from Special Purpose Account Reimbursable Services Advance Fund (5-0)
• Held communication on church properties acquired for non-payment of taxes to call of the chair (5-0)

CITY-COUNTY ADVISORY BOARD ON CLIMATE AND ECONOMIC EQUITY

The Green Buildings Work Group will review recommendations for residential retrofits, a new housing strategy, and commercial buildings. The group also plans to approve minutes from the November 10, 2021, meeting.

• Approval of November 10, 2021, Green Buildings Work Group meeting minutes
• Review of recommendations for Residential Retrofits
• Review of New Housing Strategy recommendations
• Review of Commercial Buildings recommendations

ZONING, NEIGHBORHOODS & DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE

The committee will review plans for the expenditure of American Rescue Plan Act funds allocated for housing. The agenda also includes proposed revisions to the zoning code and property registration ordinance. Several appointments to the Historic Preservation Commission are also scheduled for consideration.

• Expenditure plans for American Rescue Plan Act housing funds
• Minor modification for First Place Condominiums at 106 West Seeboth Street
• Substitute ordinance relating to property registration
• License Agreement for Fresh Coast Protection Partnership at 1255 North 22nd Street
• Feasibility of using City-owned properties for advertising

The Zoning, Neighborhoods & Development Committee recommended for passage a substitute ordinance with various revisions to the zoning code (4-0), and recommended confirmation of one new and four reappointed members to the Historic Preservation Commission. It also recommended adoption of resolutions for a minor modification to First Place Condominiums, a license agreement for a Fresh Coast Protection Partnership project, and a feasibility study on using city-owned properties for advertising. Several items were held to the call of the chair, including a property registration ordinance and an ARPA housing expenditure plan.

• Recommended for passage zoning code revisions (Proposed Substitute E) (4-0)
• Recommended confirmation of Nicholas Hans Robinson to Historic Preservation Commission (4-0)
• Recommended confirmation of Matt Jarosz to Historic Preservation Commission (3-0)
• Recommended confirmation of Sally Peltz to Historic Preservation Commission (3-0)
• Recommended confirmation of Ann Pieper Eisenbrown to Historic Preservation Commission (3-0)
• Recommended confirmation of Patricia Keating-Kahn to Historic Preservation Commission (3-0)
• Recommended adoption of minor modification to First Place Condominiums (4-0)
• Recommended adoption of license agreement for Fresh Coast Protection Partnership at 1255 N. 22nd St. (4-0)

BOARD OF CITY SERVICE COMMISSIONERS

The Board of City Service Commissioners will review various personnel actions, including temporary appointments and extensions for several city departments. The meeting also includes a public hearing regarding a proposed change to probationary period rules.

• Proposed change to City Service Rule VIII, Section 8(k) regarding probationary periods
• Temporary appointments for Water Meter Investigator and Water Field Supervisor
• Extensions of temporary appointments for Budget, Neighborhood Services, and Public Works staff
• Reinstatement requests for a Parking Enforcement Officer and a Compliance Analyst
• Requests to exempt or re-exempt various city positions

The Board of City Service Commissioners approved the minutes from November 9, 2021, and several classification reports. It approved multiple temporary appointments, extensions, reinstatements, and position exemptions as presented. A proposed change to City Service Rule VIII regarding a 12-month probationary period for a Healthcare Access Program Coordinator received initial approval and will be considered for final approval on January 11, 2022. The probationary service report was placed on file with no action taken.

• Approved minutes from November 9, 2021 (4-0)
• Approved classification reports for MHD Community Health Leadership and Planning positions (4-0)
• Placed probationary service report on file, no action taken
• Approved temporary appointment for Katrina Bailey, Disability Specialist Sr. (4-0)
• Approved temporary appointments for Bill Quinn and James Wright, Water Works (4-0)
• Approved extensions for Eric Pearson, Heidi Weed, Jarvis Roberts, and David Lawrence (4-0)
• Approved reinstatements for Tawanna Jordan and Ali Reed (4-0)
• Approved re-exemptions for Environmental Sustainability Program Coordinator and Injury and Violence Prevention Coordinator, and exemption for Building Construction Inspection Division Manager (4-0)

EQUAL RIGHTS COMMISSION

The Communications (Toolkit) Committee will meet virtually to review the contents of a toolkit. The committee will also conduct a brainstorm regarding message formats.

• Review of Toolkit Contents
• Message Format Brainstorm

CITY PLAN COMMISSION

The Commission will consider a modification to allow assembly hall and business services within the First Place Condominiums. The agenda also includes a communication regarding Milwaukee’s Collective Affordable Housing Plan and an update to commission bylaws.

• Minor modification for First Place Condominiums at 106 West Seeboth Street to add assembly hall and business service uses
• Communication regarding Milwaukee’s Collective Affordable Housing Plan
• Resolution to amend City Plan Commission bylaws

The City Plan Commission voted 7-0 to recommend adoption of a substitute resolution allowing Assembly Hall and Business Service as permitted uses in the commercial spaces of the First Place Condominiums at 106 West Seeboth Street. The commission also approved an update to its own bylaws and ordered a communication from the Community Development Alliance regarding Milwaukee's Collective Affordable Housing Plan to be filed. The minutes from the November 8, 2021 meeting were approved without objection.

• Approved previous meeting minutes from November 8, 2021 without objection.
• Recommended for adoption (7-0) a minor modification to the First Place Condominiums detailed planned development to add Assembly Hall and Business Service as permitted uses.
• Ordered on file (7-0) a communication from the Community Development Alliance regarding Milwaukee's Collective Affordable Housing Plan.
• Approved (7-0) a resolution amending the City Plan Commission bylaws.

JUDICIARY & LEGISLATION COMMITTEE

The Judiciary & Legislation Committee will review a communication regarding increased vehicle thefts involving the Milwaukee Police Department and car manufacturers. The committee will also consider an appointment to the Board of Election Commissioners and a settlement in a lawsuit against the city.

• Communication from MPD and car manufacturers regarding increased vehicle theft
• Appointment of Doug Haag to the Board of Election Commissioners
• Settlement of claims in L.N.T. v Sonthana Rajaphoumi and City of Milwaukee
• Resolution cancelling certain 2020 real estate taxes
• Ordinance revising various provisions of the city code

The Judiciary & Legislation Committee voted 4-0 to recommend confirming Doug Haag to the Board of Election Commissioners. It also recommended adoption of resolutions to cancel certain real estate taxes and settle a lawsuit, and recommended passage of a code cleanup ordinance. A communication about increased vehicle theft was held to the call of the chair.

• Recommended confirmation of Doug Haag to Board of Election Commissioners (4-0)
• Held MPD vehicle theft communication to call of chair (4-0)
• Recommended adoption of resolution cancelling real estate taxes on certain parcels (4-0)
• Recommended adoption of settlement resolution in L.N.T. v Rajaphoumi (4-0)
• Recommended passage of code correction ordinance (4-0)

CITY-COUNTY ADVISORY BOARD ON CLIMATE AND ECONOMIC EQUITY

The City-County Task Force on Climate and Economic Equity will review a draft chapter template. The meeting also includes updates on community engagement efforts and the work group timeline.

• Possible vote on Chapter Template draft
• Approval of November 22, 2021, meeting minutes
• Update on Community Engagement Website and outreach

The working group approved the Nature in the City proposal (Version 5) with final revisions to be completed by Staedter and Frank. The proposal includes sections on protecting lands, tree canopy, and green-cooling lots, with clarifications and enhancements discussed. No further meetings are scheduled until spring for review of the full Climate and Equity Plan draft.

• Approved Nature in the City proposal (Version 5) with revisions (no objections)
• Approved minutes of 11/22/21 meeting (no objections)

CITY-COUNTY ADVISORY BOARD ON CLIMATE AND ECONOMIC EQUITY

The Finance Work Group will discuss efforts to pursue federal, state, county, and city ARPA funds. The group will also consider P3 contracts that include workforce and contracting goals for equity metrics. Additionally, members will plan workshops and white papers regarding funding options.

• Update on pursuing ARPA funds
• Consideration of P3 contracts with equity metrics
• Planning for workshops, seminars, and white papers

FIRE AND POLICE COMMISSION

The Fire and Police Commission met to consider several resolutions regarding department staffing. These items included approving recruitment lists for various roles and a request to rescind a police department appointment. The commission also addressed residency preference points for promotions.

• Request to rescind the appointment to the Police District Administration Assistant position
• Systems Analyst Assistant-MFD Job Announcement Bulletin
• Emergency Vehicle Equipment Installer Recruitment and Eligibility List
• Extension request for the Business Finance Manager position in the Fire Department
• Resolution regarding residency preference points for promotions

The Fire and Police Commission voted 5-0 to adopt a resolution stating that the addition of residency preference points for promotions, previously approved under Resolution FPC21008, is not in effect. The commission also approved several consent agenda items, including the November 18 meeting minutes, recruitment and eligibility lists, and a rescission of an appointment. Additionally, it approved a temporary appointment extension for a Business Finance Manager position in the Fire Department. The meeting adjourned at 5:45 p.m.

• Adopted resolution FPC21386 by a 5-0 vote, stating that residency preference points for promotions approved under FPC21008 are not in effect.
• Adopted the November 18, 2021 meeting minutes by general consent.
• Adopted the Emergency Vehicle Equipment Installer Recruitment and Eligibility List by general consent.
• Adopted the Personnel Payroll Assistant II Examination and Eligibility List by general consent.
• Adopted the request to rescind the appointment to the Police District Administration Assistant position by general consent.
• Adopted the Office Assistant III-MPD Eligibility List by general consent.
• Adopted the Systems Analyst Assistant-MFD Job Announcement Bulletin by general consent.
• Adopted the extension request for the temporary appointment to the Business Finance Manager position by a 5-0 vote.

PUBLIC SAFETY AND HEALTH COMMITTEE

The committee will consider ordinances related to parking and traffic controls. Members will also review several state health grants and an appointment to the Board of Fire and Police Commissioners. A communication regarding investigation into misconduct during a security request for proposal is also scheduled.

• Appointment of Dana World-Patterson to the Board of Fire and Police Commissioners
• 2021-22 ShotSpotter Program grant acceptance
• Metrics to evaluate the Office of Violence Prevention
• Communication regarding excessive speeding and reckless driving
• Inspector General report on misconduct during the CSIM RFP process

FIRE AND POLICE COMMISSION

The Fire and Police Commission will review a communication from the City Attorney's Office regarding litigation. The Board may convene in a closed session to receive legal advice concerning strategy.

• Communication regarding litigation involving the Fire and Police Commission

EQUAL RIGHTS COMMISSION

The committee will welcome incoming Chair Jacqueline Cook and review November meeting notes. The agenda also includes discussions regarding International Human Rights Day programming and a toolkit update.

• Welcome incoming Committee Chair Jacqueline Cook
• International Human Rights Day panelists, moderator, and awards
• Review of November Lunch & Learn and planning for December session
• Toolkit update

PUBLIC WORKS COMMITTEE

The Public Works Committee is reviewing several resolutions for public improvements, including nonassessable projects with total estimated costs exceeding $14 million. The agenda also includes discussions on traffic signal upgrades and the 2022 Capital Improvement Program.

• Nonassessable public improvements totaling an estimated $8,778,674.35
• Nonassessable public improvements with a total estimated cost of $5,325,000
• Traffic signal improvements costing $700,956.04, with a City share of $70,095.61
• A traffic calming plan for W. Highland Blvd using American Rescue Plan Act resources
• Wireless facility master license agreement with Verizon Wireless

The Public Works Committee unanimously recommended for adoption resolutions funding assessable and nonassessable public improvements, including engineering and construction costs, and approved several 2022 Capital Improvement Program items for maintenance and repairs. It also recommended confirmation of six reappointments to the Citizen Advisory Committee on Naming of Public Buildings, Facilities, and Streets. All votes were 5-0, with Ald. Zamarripa excused for items 21-24.

• Recommended adoption of resolution 211197 for assessable public improvements, as amended.
• Recommended adoption of substitute resolution 211199 for nonassessable improvements (total estimated cost $29,203,000).
• Recommended adoption of substitute resolution 211200 for nonassessable construction (total estimated cost $8,778,674.35).
• Recommended adoption of resolution 211198 for assessable improvements (total estimated cost $110,000).
• Recommended adoption of resolution 211187 for traffic signal improvements (total estimated cost $700,956.04).
• Recommended confirmation of six reappointments to the Citizen Advisory Committee on Naming of Public Buildings, Facilities, and Streets.
• Recommended adoption of resolutions for 2022 Capital Improvement Program funds for manholes, multi-modal, street lighting, traffic signs/signals, and conduit improvements.
• Recommended adoption of resolution 210710 to vacate South 3rd Street north of West Lincoln Avenue.

COMMUNITY & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE

The committee will review resolutions regarding the acceptance of reallocated US Department of Treasury Emergency Rent Assistance Funds and HUD grants. Members will also discuss the establishment of the Year 2022 Funding Allocation Plan. The agenda also includes several appointments to local boards and districts.

• Acceptance of 2021 reallocated US Department of Treasury Emergency Rent Assistance Funds
• Allocation of HUD Emergency Solutions Grant-CV2
• Establishment of the Year 2022 Funding Allocation Plan
• Appointments to Business Improvement Districts #4, #21, and #37
• Reappointments to the Milwaukee Arts Board

The Community & Economic Development Committee voted unanimously to recommend confirmation of 16 mayoral appointments to Business Improvement Districts and the Milwaukee Arts Board, including reappointments and new members. Three appointments were held to the call of the chair: William DeLind and Marcela Garcia to the Milwaukee Arts Board, and the Emergency Solutions Grant-CV2 allocation resolution. The committee also recommended adoption of a resolution accepting 2021 reallocated Emergency Rent Assistance Funds, and held the Year 2022 Funding Allocation Plan resolution.

• Recommended confirmation of Shane McAdams, Brian McManus, Amrit Patel to BID #4 (4-0).
• Recommended confirmation of Kim Guerrero, Conor Ward, Scott Welsh to BID #21 (4-0).
• Recommended confirmation of Ted Matkom to BID #37 (4-0).
• Recommended confirmation of David Flores, Tina Klose, Diane Kosarzycki, Ald. Nik Kovac, Emilia Layden, Sandra McSweeney, Polly Morris, Tim Murphy to Milwaukee Arts Board (4-0).
• Held to call of chair: William DeLind and Marcela Garcia to Milwaukee Arts Board (4-0).
• Recommended confirmation of Jeremiah I Johnson to Milwaukee Youth Council (4-0).
• Recommended adoption of resolution accepting 2021 reallocated Emergency Rent Assistance Funds (4-0).
• Held to call of chair: Emergency Solutions Grant-CV2 allocation and Year 2022 Funding Allocation Plan resolutions (4-0).

CITY-COUNTY ADVISORY BOARD ON CLIMATE AND ECONOMIC EQUITY

The City-County Task Force on Climate and Economic Equity will receive updates from work groups and discuss ARPA funding opportunities. The meeting also addresses deadlines for working group proposals and a request for proposals to draft and lay out the final report.

• Review and approval of October 27th minutes
• Update on ARPA funding opportunities
• Deadline for Working Groups to complete proposals
• Request for Proposals for firms to draft and lay out the final report

The City-County Task Force on Climate and Economic Equity voted to support using current or future ARPA funds to hire a city grant writer or contractor to pursue federal grants. Members also approved the October 27 minutes with amendments, added Jessica Haven to the Education and Outreach work group, and added Lamont Smith to the Nature in the City work group. Work group updates were given, and the task force discussed a plan to bid out a draft of the final report after January 1 with a budget of $50,000–$80,000.

• Approved the October 27 minutes as amended (e.g., corrected 'four main goal' to 'four main goals', inserted 'county' before ARPA).
• Added Jessica Haven to the Education and Outreach work group.
• Added Lamont Smith to the Nature in the City work group.
• Passed a motion to support hiring a city grant writer or contractor using current or future ARPA funds.
• Discussed, but did not vote on, issuing a Request for Proposals to draft and lay out the final report, with a budget of $50,000–$80,000.

EQUAL RIGHTS COMMISSION

The Communications Committee is discussing priority activities from the Strategic Plan and 2022 communications priorities. The agenda also includes discussions on events outreach and reconvening in-person commission meetings.

• Reconvening in-person commission meetings
• 2022 communications priorities
• Strategic Plan priority activities

LICENSES COMMITTEE

The Milwaukee Licenses Committee will review communications regarding the rules for municipal identification applications. The committee will also consider a motion related to license recommendations.

• Rules governing municipal identification applications
• Motion relating to committee recommendations for licenses

STEERING & RULES COMMITTEE

The committee will review the Charter School Review Committee's 2020-2021 annual report. Members will also consider a motion to renew the contract for Darrell Lynn Hines College Preparatory Academy of Excellence for an additional five years.

• Renewal of charter school contract with Darrell Lynn Hines College Preparatory Academy of Excellence for 5 years
• Review of Charter School Review Committee 2020-2021 Annual Report

The Steering & Rules Committee voted 7-0 to recommend approval of a motion to renew the charter school contract with the Darrell Lynn Hines College Preparatory Academy of Excellence for an additional 5-year term. The committee also voted 7-0 to recommend placing on file the Charter School Review Committee's annual report for 2020-2021. Both recommendations will go to the full Common Council for final action.

• Recommended approval of the 5-year charter renewal for Darrell Lynn Hines College Preparatory Academy of Excellence (7-0, Rainey excused).
• Recommended placing on file the Charter School Review Committee's 2020-2021 annual report (7-0, Rainey excused).

HOUSING AUTHORITY

The Housing Authority of the City of Milwaukee will hold a special meeting for a discussion regarding goal setting. The board will also consider the approval of the consent agenda.

• Goal setting discussion (R13273)
• Approval of the consent agenda

The Housing Authority of the City of Milwaukee Board of Commissioners met for a special meeting and discussed goals, information interests, and activities that could affect the organization's success. No formal decisions, approvals, or votes were made on substantive items; the only action was adjourning the meeting at 4:35 p.m.

• Adjourned the special meeting at 4:35 p.m. by motion and unanimous consent
• Held a goal-setting discussion among commissioners, with no formal action taken

COMMUNITY INTERVENTION TASK FORCE

The Milwaukee Police Department Diversion Task Force will review research on psychiatric crisis services and police diversion programs in other cities. The group will also discuss a resolution regarding the task force's mission statement and membership.

• Presentation on the Crisis Assessment Response Team (CART) program
• Review of psychiatric crisis service redesign research
• Review of police diversion programs in Atlanta, GA
• Discussion of resolution CCFN 210785 regarding task force mission and membership
• Review of task force structure and work group establishment

The Community Intervention Task Force met to review the Crisis Response Team (CART) program and a Human Services Research Institute (HSRI) report on Milwaukee County's mental health crisis system. Members discussed data needs, including call types and outcomes, and the expansion of CART and other crisis services. No formal votes or final decisions were taken on these items.

• Approved minutes from November 8, 2021 meeting
• Discussed CART program operations and data needs
• Reviewed HSRI report on crisis system redesign
• Agreed to receive presentation materials and data from members
• Agreed to discuss mission statement and task force structure at a future meeting

CITY-COUNTY ADVISORY BOARD ON CLIMATE AND ECONOMIC EQUITY

The City-County Task Force on Climate and Economic Equity will conduct a year-end review of its accomplishments. Members will also discuss 2022 priorities, including meeting schedules and planned actions. An E/O proposal is also scheduled for approval.

• Approval of November 15, 2021 minutes
• E/O Proposal for Approval
• Year-end review of accomplishments
• Discussion of 2022 meeting schedule and planned actions

The Education and Outreach Work Group approved its proposal with content revisions, including added details on the coalition, MPS's role, measurable goals, and language changes. The group also reviewed survey results from 648 responses, discussed priorities for 2022, and agreed to meet every four weeks starting January 10. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved the Education and Outreach proposal as presented with revisions discussed by the group.
• Approved the minutes from the November 15, 2021 meeting as written.
• Agreed to provide input on the RFP for a contractor to develop the final report.
• Set the 2022 meeting schedule to every four weeks, with the first meeting tentatively on January 10 at 11 AM.

CITY-COUNTY ADVISORY BOARD ON CLIMATE AND ECONOMIC EQUITY

The Waste and Sustainable Consumption Work Group will review a chapter, a draft template, and draft slides. The group will also approve minutes from meetings held on November 1 and November 15.

• Review and approval of a chapter
• Review and approval of a Draft Template
• Review of draft slides
• Approval of November 1 and November 15 meeting minutes

LICENSES COMMITTEE

The meeting agenda includes one item involving a motion related to license recommendations under file number 211096. The rest of the document contains procedural and administrative information.

• Motion 211096 regarding license recommendations

The Licenses Committee met in special session and voted 4-0 to approve a motion containing recommendations on multiple license applications, including amusement machine distributors, secondhand dealers, taverns, food dealers, and a loading zone permit. The committee also voted 4-0 to approve a separate motion issuing warning letters for a Class D operator's license renewal and several home improvement contractor and salesperson license applications. Both motions were amended and passed unanimously with all four members present voting in favor. The meeting adjourned at 9:12 a.m.

• Approved 4-0 the motion on license recommendations covering applications for DZT Midwest Entertainment, NYC Cars, Say Werd, Residence Inn - Milwaukee, The Safe House, Cambria Milwaukee Downtown, Tupelo Honey Cafe, Lux, First Transit, The FarmHouse Paint and Sip, Pat's Niche Pub+Grill, Midwest Autos & Services, TRICICLO PERU, and AUTHENTIC GRAB.
• Approved 4-0 a separate motion issuing warning letters for license applications by John A. Pelikan, ALIANCE HEATING AND AIRCONDITIONING LLC, Neil G. Wynveen, QUICK CLICK LLC, and E & Y Construction Inc.
• Amended both motions before approval, with all four members voting in favor of each amendment.
• Recommended for approval the motion on warning letters and contractor licenses, passed 4-0.

JOINT COMMITTEE ON REDEVELOPMENT OF ABANDONED AND FORECLOSED HOMES

The committee will discuss the implementation of housing initiatives funded through ARPA and the use of future ARPA funds. Additionally, departments will provide communications regarding several housing, loan, and demolition programs.

• Implementation of ARPA-funded housing initiatives
• Use of future ARPA funds for housing
• Housing Infrastructure Preservation Fund activities
• Lease-to-Own Program updates
• Compliance Loan Program updates

The committee approved the June 7 meeting minutes. Staff reported that all funds for the Down Payment Assistance Program are depleted, with 136 grants issued, and ARPA funds may not last through 2022. The committee discussed plans for 257 demo properties, lease-to-own sales, and other housing initiatives, but took no formal votes on these items.

• Approved the June 7, 2021 meeting minutes without objection.
• Noted that Down Payment Assistance Program funds are fully depleted after 136 grants.
• Discussed a plan for 257 demo properties, aiming to meet a 90-day target for a plan.
• Heard that 5 additional lease-to-own properties were sold since June, totaling 79.
• Reported 5 Strong Home Loan approvals with 4 applications in progress.
• Noted 53 of 54 Compliance Loan Program goals completed for the year.
• Discussed potential reallocation of ARPA funds, possibly requiring Council action.
• Adjourned at 11:04 a.m.; next meeting date to be decided later.

AMBULANCE SERVICE BOARD

The Ambulance Service Board will receive reports from private providers. The agenda includes a certification extension letter and status updates regarding EMT cohorts and private provider staffing.

• Private Provider Certification extension letter
• Status update on Private Provider EMT cohort
• Status update on staffing with private providers
• Private Provider Report

The Ambulance Service Board approved a request to extend the certification period for private ambulance providers, giving the Milwaukee Fire Department more time to process paperwork. The board also approved the minutes from its May and August 2021 meetings. Staff reported on two new private provider EMT training cohorts and the deployment of two additional BLS ambulances to help with 9-1-1 calls.

• Approved the meeting minutes from May and August 2021.
• Approved the request to extend the private provider certification period.
• Heard a report that two BLS ambulances were approved for private providers to serve vulnerable populations.
• Heard updates on two private provider EMT training cohorts, with 18 and 22 students respectively.

JUDICIARY & LEGISLATION COMMITTEE

The Judiciary & Legislation Committee is reviewing a substitute ordinance regarding aldermanic district boundaries starting in 2022. No other agenda items are listed for this meeting.

• Substitute ordinance (211137) relating to aldermanic district boundaries commencing in 2022

The Judiciary & Legislation Committee voted 5-0 to recommend passage of an ordinance setting aldermanic district boundaries starting in 2022. The vote was unanimous among the five members present. Public comment included concerns about moving the 'tri block area' from district 10 to district 7 and the lack of a third Latino district. The full Common Council will consider the recommendation.

• Recommended for passage: Ordinance 211137 on aldermanic district boundaries commencing in 2022 (5-0 vote).

CITY-COUNTY ADVISORY BOARD ON CLIMATE AND ECONOMIC EQUITY

The Land Use, Urban Ag & Reforestation Working Group will review community feedback from the Nature in the City survey. The group will also receive reports on the progress of drafting chapter templates. Additionally, members will discuss updates regarding community engagement and work group timelines.

• Review of Nature in the City survey responses
• Reports on progress of Chapter Template Drafting
• Updates on community engagement website and outreach
• Discussion of work group timeline and remaining meetings

The Land Use, Urban Ag & Reforestation Working Group decided to combine its five separate chapter templates into one document, to be drafted by Staedter, to meet a page limit. The group also agreed to include the Natural Gardens proposal in the Secondary Strategy section. Members approved the previous meeting minutes as amended. No other formal decisions were made; the group is wrapping up official meetings for the year.

• Approved previous meeting minutes as amended (motion by Weingrod, seconded by Frank).
• Consensus to combine the five Nature proposals into one chapter template document.
• Consensus to include the Natural Gardens proposal in the Secondary Strategy section.
• Adjourned at 12:17 on motion by Wiggins, seconded by Brown.

CITY-COUNTY ADVISORY BOARD ON CLIMATE AND ECONOMIC EQUITY

The task force is reviewing updates on pursuing ARPA funds from federal, state, county, and city sources. Members are also considering workforce and contracting goals for P3 contracts to meet equity metrics. The Finance Work Group meeting was cancelled.

• Update on efforts to pursue ARPA funds
• Consideration of P3 contracts with workforce/contracting goals
• Planning workshops regarding green bonding and new fees
• Cancellation of the Finance Work Group meeting

CITY-COUNTY ADVISORY BOARD ON CLIMATE AND ECONOMIC EQUITY

The task force will discuss the first draft template for the Green Jobs Accelerator Plan. The meeting also includes a review of the American Rescue Plan Act Good Jobs Challenge grant opportunity.

• Green Jobs Accelerator Plan Template First Draft discussion
• American Rescue Plan Act Good Jobs Challenge Grant Opportunity

FIRE AND POLICE COMMISSION

The commission is reviewing updates to police standard operating procedures, including search warrants and whistleblower protection. The agenda also includes votes on several department appointments and changes to position classifications for fire and police staff.

• Amendments to Search Warrant (SOP 970) and Whistleblower Protection (SOP 004) policies
• Approval of the Milwaukee Police Department's Discipline Matrix
• Re-exempting the Crime and Intelligence Manager position
• Classifying several Fire Captain and Lieutenant positions as exempt from exams
• Various personnel appointments in the police and fire departments

The Commission voted 6-0 to adopt the Milwaukee Police Department's Discipline Matrix, a framework for officer discipline. It also approved amendments to Standard Operating Procedure 970, which now includes a complete ban on no-knock search warrants unless MPD is assisting another agency executing a warrant obtained by that agency. Several other policy changes were adopted, including a new Whistleblower Protection SOP and amendments to SOPs on court procedures, victim/witness rights, and off-duty employment. All votes were unanimous with Commissioner Cocroft excused.

• Adopted MPD's Discipline Matrix (FPC20383) by a 6-0 vote.
• Amended SOP 970-Search Warrants to ban no-knock warrants except when assisting another agency (FPC21132), 6-0.
• Created SOP 004-Whistleblower Protection (FPC21338), 6-0.
• Amended SOP 150-Court Procedures (FPC21339), 6-0.
• Amended SOP 710-Victim/Witness Rights and Assistance (FPC21340), 6-0.
• Amended SOP 743-National Integrated Ballistics Information Network Program (FPC21341), 6-0.
• Amended SOP 400-Off Duty, Extra Duty and Special Event Employment (FPC21358), 6-0.
• Approved multiple Fire and Police Department appointments and demotions (FPC21366-FPC21375), all 6-0.

CHARTER SCHOOL REVIEW COMMITTEE

The committee will review the 2021-23 annual reports and presentations for several charter schools. This includes discussions regarding Central City Cyberschool, Dr. Howard Fuller Collegiate Academy, and others. A vote may be taken on a recommended five-year contract renewal for Darrel Lynn Hines College Preperatory Academy of Excellence.

• Review of 2021-23 activities for Central City Cyberschool
• Review of 2021-23 activities for Dr. Howard Fuller Collegiate Academy
• Recommended 5-year contract renewal for Darrel Lynn Hines College Preperatory Academy of Excellence
• Review of 2021-23 activities for Downtown Montessori Academy
• Review of 2021-23 activities for Escuela Verde

The Charter School Review Committee reviewed annual reports from eight city-chartered schools and voted to continue annual monitoring for six of them. It also recommended a five-year contract renewal for Darrel Lynn Hines College Preparatory Academy of Excellence and extended Milwaukee Math and Science Academy's probationary status for another year, requiring a mid-year report in February 2022.

• Approved minutes of September 22 meeting (no objections)
• Continued annual monitoring for Central City Cyberschool, Dr. Howard Fuller Collegiate Academy, Downtown Montessori Academy, Escuela Verde, Milwaukee Academy of Science, and Darrel Lynn Hines (motion by Burgos, seconded by Mallory, no objections)
• Recommended 5-year contract renewal for Darrel Lynn Hines College Preparatory Academy of Excellence (motion by Mallory, seconded by Burgos, no objections)
• Extended Milwaukee Math and Science Academy's probationary status for next school year, with mid-year report due February 2022 (motion by Mallory, seconded by Burgos, no objections)

COMMON COUNCIL

The Common Council will consider resolutions recommended by the Judiciary and Legislation Committee. These items include approving new election ward lines and authorizing two claim payments.

• Establishment of election ward lines in Milwaukee
• $7,000 payment for Frank Heeg's claim
• $25,000 payment for Taylor Baas's claim

The Common Council unanimously approved a new ward plan for the city, based on 2020 Census data, after substituting Ald. Hamilton's proposed Ward Plan B. The plan includes ward boundaries, polling place designations, and census block lists, and will be transmitted to county clerks and the state. The council also approved two claim settlements: $7,000 to Frank Heeg and $25,000 to Taylor Baas, both for uninsured motorist accidents.

• Approved resolution 210325, settling Frank Heeg's claim for $7,000.
• Approved resolution 210334, settling Taylor Baas's claim for $25,000.
• Substituted and adopted resolution 211118, approving new election ward lines (Ward Plan B).
• All votes were 15-0 in favor.

EQUAL RIGHTS COMMISSION

The Equal Rights Commission will hear presentations from the Department of City Development and the Department of Public Works regarding their equity and inclusion efforts. The meeting also includes communications regarding American Rescue Plan Act outreach and committee reports on 2022 priorities.

• Presentation by the Department of City Development on equity and inclusion efforts
• Presentation by the Department of Public Works on equity and inclusion efforts
• Communication from Prism Technical Management & Marketing Services, LLC regarding American Rescue Plan Act outreach
• Review of 2022 committee priorities and budgets
• Approval of September 15 ERC Meeting Minutes

ZONING, NEIGHBORHOODS & DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE

The committee will review several requests to change zoning classifications to allow for new business and residential uses. The agenda also includes resolutions for the sale of City-owned land and updates to major development agreements.

• Rezoning 1617-33 East North Avenue from Industrial Light to Local Business
• Rezoning 3610 and 3616 West Vliet Street from Two-Family Residential to Local Business
• Sale of City-owned vacant lots to Milwaukee Habitat for Humanity, Inc.
• Amendment to the Bucks Arena Project agreement regarding 550 West Juneau Avenue
• Amended term sheet with Royal Capital Group, LLC for the Schuster’s Building project

The Zoning, Neighborhoods & Development Committee unanimously recommended for adoption a resolution authorizing the sale of the City-owned property at 2461 South 6th Street to its former owner, Jose Navarro Jr. All other agenda items were also recommended for adoption or passage, including property sales, zoning changes, and an anti-displacement policy. The committee also placed two communications on file.

• Recommended sale of 2461 S 6th St to former owner (5-0)
• Recommended exclusive right to negotiate for 3055 W Hopkins St (5-0)
• Approved land disposition report for 1703 W State St (5-0)
• Recommended sale of vacant lots to Habitat for Humanity, amended to allow lot returns (5-0)
• Recommended sale of tax deed property at 3765-69 N Port Washington Ave (5-0)
• Recommended zoning change to LB3 at 1617-33 E North Ave (5-0)
• Recommended zoning change to LB2 at 3610 & 3616 W Vliet St (5-0)
• Recommended continued implementation of Anti-Displacement Neighborhood Preference Policy (5-0)

FINANCE & PERSONNEL COMMITTEE

The committee will review several grant acceptances from the State of Wisconsin and the CDC. Members will also consider amendments to city service pay rates and positions. Additionally, the agenda includes discussions on church property acquisitions due to unpaid taxes.

• $1,200,000 transfer for tax remission payments
• Acceptance of various state and federal health grants
• Amendments to 2021 and 2022 city service pay rates
• Acquisition of church properties for non-payment of taxes
• Safety of employees using personal vehicles on official business

The Finance & Personnel Committee unanimously approved several items, including a $1.2 million contingent borrowing transfer for tax remission settlements, acceptance of multiple state health grants, and amendments to city salary and position ordinances. All votes were 5-0. Several communications were placed on file, and one item on church property acquisitions was held.

• Approved $1.2M contingent borrowing transfer for tax remission settlements (5-0)
• Recommended adoption of Port of Milwaukee revenue reimbursement resolution (5-0)
• Recommended adoption of 2021-2023 Public Health Workforce Grant (5-0)
• Recommended adoption of 2021-2024 ARPA COVID Recovery Fund Grant (5-0)
• Recommended adoption of 2021-2024 Immunizations Cooperative Agreement Grant (5-0)
• Recommended adoption of 2021-2022 LRN Data Integration Grant (5-0)
• Recommended passage of 2021 and 2022 salary and position ordinance amendments (5-0)
• Held communication on church property acquisitions for non-payment of taxes (5-0)

FPC COMPLAINTS AND DISCIPLINE COMMITTEE

The committee will consider resolutions to approve the Milwaukee Police Department's Discipline Matrix and amend procedures for off-duty and special event employment. Additionally, members will review data regarding disciplinary appeals and citizen complaints.

• Resolution to approve MPD’s Discipline Matrix
• Amendment to Standard Operating Procedures 400 (Off-Duty, Extra Duty, and Special Event Employment)
• Review of trends in disciplinary appeals and citizen complaints
• Approval of July 27, 2021 meeting minutes

The Fire and Police Commission Complaints and Discipline Committee voted unanimously to recommend adoption of MPD's Discipline Matrix and amendments to Standard Operating Procedures 400 (Off-Duty, Extra Duty and Special Event Employment) to the full Fire and Police Commission. The committee also approved the July 27, 2021 meeting minutes and placed a communication on data and trends related to disciplinary appeals and citizen complaints on file. All votes were 5-0.

• Approved July 27, 2021 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Recommended MPD Discipline Matrix for adoption by the Board, referred to Fire and Police Commission (5-0)
• Recommended SOP 400 amendments for adoption by the Board, referred to Fire and Police Commission (5-0)
• Placed communication on disciplinary appeals and citizen complaint data trends on file

FPC COMPLAINTS AND DISCIPLINE COMMITTEE

The FPC Complaints and Discipline Committee will receive a communication from the City Attorney's Office regarding litigation involving the Fire and Police Commission. The Board may convene in a closed session to discuss legal strategy for this litigation. An open session will follow the closed session.

• Communication from the City Attorney's Office regarding litigation (FPC21362)

JUDICIARY & LEGISLATION COMMITTEE

The Judiciary & Legislation Committee is reviewing the establishment of new election ward lines and in-person absentee voting locations. The agenda also includes several claim payments, including $25,000 to Taylor Baas. Additionally, members will consider returning real estate at 2862 N. 33rd Street to its former owner.

• Establishment of new election ward lines
• Locations for in-person absentee voting
• Claim payments including $25,000 to Taylor Baas and $22,499.45 to Denise Walker-Brown
• Return of real estate at 2862 N. 33rd Street to Wanda I. Jimenez
• Legal services payment regarding former Police Chief Alfonso Morales's claims

The Judiciary & Legislation Committee recommended for adoption a substitute resolution on in-person absentee voting locations, and approved election ward lines. It also recommended confirming Brad Hoeschen to the Administrative Review Appeals Board and authorized several claim payments. The committee held two items and placed two others on file, with split votes on special counsel employment and legal services for former Police Chief Morales's claims.

• Recommended for adoption: return of real estate at 2862 N. 33rd St. to Wanda I. Jimenez (5-0)
• Placed on file: claim of Denise Walker-Brown (5-0)
• Held to call of chair: claim of Walter Holtz (5-0)
• Held to call of chair: Risk Manager activities communication (5-0)
• Recommended for confirmation: Brad Hoeschen to Administrative Review Appeals Board (5-0)
• Recommended for adoption: substitute resolution on in-person absentee voting locations (5-0)
• Recommended for adoption: election ward lines resolution (5-0)
• Recommended for passage: charter ordinance on special counsel employment (3-2)

BRONZEVILLE ADVISORY COMMITTEE

The committee will review several Bronzeville projects, including a gas station at 408 W. North Ave and a zoning change at 2319 N. Vel R. Phillips Ave. The agenda also includes updates on the DCD Anti-Displacement Plan and commercial corridor grants.

• Gas station project at 408 W. North Ave
• Zoning change at 2319 N. Vel R. Phillips Ave
• THRIVE On King presentation
• DCD Anti-Displacement Plan update
• DCD Commercial Corridor grants

The Bronzeville Advisory Committee approved the THRIVE On King development at 2153 N. Martin Luther King Jr. Dr., including amended terms that shift focus to senior housing. The committee also held review of a gas station zoning change at 408 W. North Ave. and 2319 N. Vel R. Phillips Ave. until later in the meeting, then voted to hold it again without formal action. Previous meeting minutes were approved, and the 2022 meeting schedule was adopted.

• Approved THRIVE On King project and amended terms (no objection)
• Held review of gas station zoning change at 408 W. North Ave. (no objection)
• Approved previous meeting minutes from September 20 and 27, 2021 (no objection)
• Approved 2022 meeting schedule (no objection)

CITY-COUNTY ADVISORY BOARD ON CLIMATE AND ECONOMIC EQUITY

The Greening the Grid Work Group will meet to approve previous meeting minutes. The group is also scheduled to review and approve a chapter draft.

• Approval of meeting minutes
• Review and approval of a chapter draft

CITY-COUNTY ADVISORY BOARD ON CLIMATE AND ECONOMIC EQUITY

The City-County Task Force on Climate and Economic Equity is meeting to review its progress for the remainder of 2021. The agenda includes reviewing a draft template, slides, and shared documents. Members will also discuss citizen engagement strategies.

• Approval of minutes from October 18 and November 1 meetings
• Review of draft template and work plan for the remainder of 2021
• Review of shared Google Drive and documents
• Discussion regarding citizen engagement

The Waste and Sustainable Consumption Work Group met virtually and approved the Oct. 18 minutes. Members reviewed a 22-page draft template and agreed to cut it to 8-10 pages, focusing on recommendations and using graphics. The group discussed quantitative outputs, food waste data, and secondary strategies. The goal is to adopt the final plan at the Nov. 29 meeting.

• Approved Oct. 18 meeting minutes (motion by Zimmerman, no objections)
• Agreed to cut draft template from 22 pages to 8-10 pages
• Set goal to adopt final plan at Nov. 29 meeting
• Deferred review of Nov. 1 minutes to Nov. 29 meeting

CITY-COUNTY ADVISORY BOARD ON CLIMATE AND ECONOMIC EQUITY

The City-County Task Force on Climate and Economic Equity will review minutes from October and November 2021 meetings. The agenda also includes discussions regarding 2022 planning, media updates, and a draft of the final report's communications chapter.

• Approval of October 18 and November 1, 2021 meeting minutes
• Review of 2022 meeting plans and priorities
• Media update regarding Social Pinpoint and paid advertising
• Discussion of the final report communications chapter draft

The Education and Outreach Work Group approved the overall approach for its communications chapter draft, which will be edited and finalized for approval on November 29. The group also approved minutes from October 18 and November 1, 2021, and discussed plans for 2022, including facilitating the RFP process for a Climate and Equity Plan contractor and completing planned events.

• Approved minutes from October 18 and November 1, 2021
• Approved overall approach for communications chapter draft
• Set November 29 as last meeting for 2021
• Scheduled break for December, resuming monthly meetings in January 2022
• Discussed using remaining $8,000 Brico grant for outreach worker or ads
• Noted proposals due to Shambarger by end of month for December presentation

BOARD OF HEALTH

The Board of Health will hold a discussion regarding the MHD Strategic Plan. The session includes a group interview of the Board facilitated by Sara Newstead from Genesis Health Consulting.

• Discussion of MHD’s Strategic Plan
• Group interview of the Board

FPC TESTING AND RECRUITING COMMITTEE

The scheduled meeting of the Milwaukee FPC Testing and Recruiting Committee on November 11, 2021, was cancelled.

PUBLIC SAFETY AND HEALTH COMMITTEE

The Public Safety and Health Committee will consider ordinances regarding parking and traffic controls. The agenda includes a COVID-19 response update and a communication on reckless driving. The committee will also review resolutions to accept several grants from the Wisconsin Department of Health Services.

• Ordinance relating to parking controls (211074)
• Ordinance relating to traffic controls (211076)
• Milwaukee Health Department COVID-19 response update (200043)
• Communication regarding excessive speeding and reckless driving (160077)
• Acceptance of the 2021-2023 Public Health Workforce Grant (211067)

The Public Safety and Health Committee recommended passage of ordinances on parking controls (S 13th Street) and traffic controls, and recommended adoption of four health-related grants. It held two communications to the call of the chair: an update on COVID-19 response and a communication on reckless driving. All votes were unanimous (4-0).

• Substituted and recommended parking control ordinance for S 13th Street (4-0)
• Recommended traffic control ordinance for passage (4-0)
• Held COVID-19 update communication to call of chair (4-0)
• Held reckless driving communication to call of chair (4-0)
• Recommended 2021-2023 Public Health Workforce Grant for adoption, assigned to Finance & Personnel (4-0)
• Recommended 2021-2024 ARPA COVID Recovery Fund Grant for adoption, assigned to Finance & Personnel (4-0)
• Recommended 2021-2024 Immunizations Cooperative Agreement Grant for adoption, assigned to Finance & Personnel (4-0)
• Recommended 2021-2022 LRN Data Integration Grant for adoption, assigned to Finance & Personnel (4-0)

COMMUNITY COLLABORATIVE COMMISSION

The Community Collaborative Commission will vote on membership changes and additional funds for Carlton Mayers. The meeting includes discussions regarding the most recent CJI report and the potential hiring of a consultant for a community survey. Members will also address the commission's position on draft "use of force" language.

• Vote on change in body membership via Council resolution
• Vote on additional funds for Carlton Mayers
• Discussion about the most recent CJI report
• Possible vote and discussion on hiring a consultant for a community survey
• Commission position on draft 'use of force' language

The Community Collaborative Commission approved an additional $4,000 for Carlton Mayers and voted to approve a Council resolution changing body membership. The commission also approved minutes from prior meetings and discussed the latest CJI report, noting progress and ongoing work. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved minutes from Sept. 23 and Oct. 7 meetings
• Approved resolution for change in body membership
• Approved additional $4,000 for Carlton Mayers
• Discussed CJI report; no formal action taken
• Deferred consultant for community survey to next agenda

PUBLIC WORKS COMMITTEE

The Public Works Committee unanimously recommended adoption of resolutions for assessable and nonassessable public improvements, including street and sewer projects, and approved several other items such as honorary street names, bus stop changes, and a lease amendment. Two communications were held to the call of the chair, and two license applications were held while one was approved.

• Approved assessable public improvement projects (5-0)
• Approved nonassessable public improvements (5-0)
• Approved 2022 Assessment Rates Report placed on file (5-0)
• Approved honorary street name 'Ralph H. Metcalfe' (5-0)
• Approved honorary street name 'Corrine Miller' (5-0)
• Approved bus stop location changes (5-0)
• Approved Active Streets for Businesses Program extension (5-0)
• Held traffic-calming and DPW operations communications to call of chair (5-0)

COMMUNITY & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE

The committee will consider a resolution to reallocate HOME funding from Community Advocates, Inc. to affordable housing projects. The agenda also includes several appointments and reappointments to Business Improvement Districts and the Milwaukee Police Department.

• Reallocation of HOME funding from Community Advocates, Inc. to affordable housing projects
• Reappointment of Shane McAdams to Business Improvement District #4
• Appointment of Captain Steven Johnson as MPD representative to Black Male Achievement Advisory Council
• Appointment of Jim Stachowiak to Business Improvement District #19
• Reappointment of Zellastein Brooks to Business Improvement District #32

The committee voted 4-0 to recommend confirming Captain Steven Johnson as the Milwaukee Police Department's representative to the Black Male Achievement Advisory Council. It also recommended confirming two new appointments and one reappointment to Business Improvement Districts, and recommended adopting a resolution to reallocate HOME funding to affordable housing projects. One appointment was held without a vote.

• Recommended confirming Captain Steven Johnson to Black Male Achievement Advisory Council (4-0)
• Recommended confirming Jim Stachowiak to Business Improvement District #19 (4-0)
• Recommended confirming Zellastein Brooks to Business Improvement District #32 (4-0)
• Recommended adopting resolution reallocating HOME funding to affordable housing (4-0)
• Held reappointment of Shane McAdams to Business Improvement District #4

HOUSING AUTHORITY

The Housing Authority of the City of Milwaukee is reviewing its third quarter financial reports for the period ending September 30, 2021. The board will also discuss recovery plan updates and a request for a Neighborhood Investment Fund Grant.

• Approval of October 13, 2021 meeting minutes
• Presentation of Third Quarter Financial Reports
• Update on ARPA impacts and recovery plan
• Request for a Neighborhood Investment Fund Grant

The Housing Authority of the City of Milwaukee approved the minutes from its October 13, 2021 meeting. The board also received presentations on third-quarter financial reports, a recovery plan update, and an update on the mandatory employee vaccination policy, which reached 100% compliance. No other formal decisions were made.

• Approved October 13, 2021 meeting minutes (4-0, VandeBerg excused)

CITY-COUNTY ADVISORY BOARD ON CLIMATE AND ECONOMIC EQUITY

The Green Buildings Work Group will meet to approve minutes from the October 27, 2021 meeting. The group will also review recommendations regarding commercial buildings, residential retrofits, and a new housing strategy.

• Approval of October 27, 2021, meeting minutes
• Review of Commercial Buildings recommendations
• Review of Residential Retrofits recommendations
• Review of New Housing Strategy recommendations

EQUAL RIGHTS COMMISSION

The Equal Rights Commission will review communication 211147 concerning an ordinance change in MCO Chapter 109. The proposed change relates to discrimination based on a person's preferred language.

• Ordinance change in MCO Chapter 109 regarding discrimination based on preferred language

LICENSES COMMITTEE

The committee will consider a motion related to the recommendations of the Licenses Committee concerning licenses. Specific details regarding the subject matter are not provided in the agenda text.

• 211096 Motion relating to the recommendations of the Licenses Committee relating to licenses

The Licenses Committee approved most license applications, including new tavern licenses for Riley's Social House, Amped, Syrs Restaurant and Lounge, and Last Rites, and renewals for several others. It denied a non-consensual towing license for Nstantly Towing and a tavern license for The Luxury Lounge, and held several applications to the call of the chair, including those for Interstate Parking Company, The Chi Lounge and Grill, and Uppa Yard. The committee also renewed T Jay's Lounge with a 10-day suspension and denied renewal for T Jay's Lounge based on police and aldermanic testimony.

• Approved Pat's Rib Place 2 Class B license (5-0)
• Approved Riley's Social House Class B tavern license (5-0)
• Approved Amped Class B tavern, food dealer, and entertainment licenses (5-0)
• Renewed Racks Full of Snacks with warning letter (5-0)
• Held Interstate Parking Company license renewal to call of chair (5-0)
• Approved Syrs Restaurant and Lounge licenses (5-0)
• Approved Last Rites licenses (5-0)
• Held The Chi Lounge and Grill application to call of chair (5-0)

MILWAUKEE ARTS BOARD

The Milwaukee Arts Board will review previous meeting minutes and receive reports from the Public Art Subcommittee and Grants subcommittee. The board will also discuss the status of the 2020 Final Report.

• Vote on New Work Fund Recommendations
• Grants Report including recipient poll responses and application subcommittee report
• Status update on the 2020 Final Report

The Milwaukee Arts Board approved updating the Conservation Application with a January 2022 press release and terminated the outstanding New Work Fund grant to Sculpture Milwaukee, encouraging them to reapply. The board also discussed grant survey results, with plans to develop a comparison chart and a report to the Common Council on a two-tier sustaining grant system. All final grant reports were received except from Walker's Point Center for the Arts, and ARPA fund finalization is expected around March or April 2022.

• Approved updating Conservation Application link and January 2022 press release
• Terminated 2020-2021 Sculpture Milwaukee New Work Fund grant, encouraged reapplication
• Approved previous meeting minutes
• Discussed grant survey results and future grant structure
• Motion to develop comparison chart for grant parameters
• Noted Walker's Point Center for the Arts final report outstanding

MILWAUKEE ARTS BOARD PUBLIC ART SUBCOMMITTEE

The subcommittee will receive updates regarding New Work Fund projects and grants. The meeting also includes status updates for the Conservation Fund. Additionally, members will discuss the Art Collection and HPC Mural Guidelines.

• New Work Fund project and grant updates
• Conservation Fund status updates
• Art Collection discussion
• HPC Mural Guidelines review

The Public Art Subcommittee approved sending a termination letter to Sculpture Milwaukee for an unfulfilled New Work Fund grant, as the sculpture was never made. They also approved updating the Conservation Fund application form with 2022 submittal dates and discussed a January press release. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting was procedural.

• Approved termination letter for Sculpture Milwaukee grant (unanimous)
• Approved updating Conservation Fund application form with 2022 dates (unanimous)

FPC POLICIES AND STANDARDS COMMITTEE

The FPC Policies and Standards Committee is reviewing several proposed changes to standard operating procedures. These include updates to protocols for search warrants, court procedures, and victim/witness rights. The committee will also consider creating a new policy for whistleblower protection.

• Amendment to SOP 970 regarding Search Warrants
• Creation of SOP 004 for Whistleblower Protection
• Amendment to SOP 150 regarding Court Procedures
• Amendment to SOP 710 regarding Victim/Witness Rights and Assistance
• Amendment to SOP 743 regarding the NIBIN Program

The FPC Policies and Standards Committee voted unanimously to recommend adoption of amendments to Standard Operating Procedure 970, banning no-knock warrants unless MPD is assisting another agency. The committee also recommended adoption of a new whistleblower protection SOP and amendments to SOPs on court procedures, victim/witness rights, and ballistics information. All votes were 5-0.

• Approved September 23, 2021 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Recommended adoption of SOP 970 amendments banning no-knock warrants (5-0)
• Recommended adoption of new SOP 004 on whistleblower protection (5-0)
• Recommended adoption of SOP 150 amendments on court procedures (5-0)
• Recommended adoption of SOP 710 amendments on victim/witness rights (5-0)
• Recommended adoption of SOP 743 amendments on ballistics information (5-0)

BOARD OF CITY SERVICE COMMISSIONERS

The Board is reviewing several personnel matters, including a temporary appointment in the Assessor's Office and a probationary extension for a parking enforcement officer. The agenda also includes a reinstatement request and an application appeal.

• Temporary appointment for Regina Ward in the Assessor's Office
• Probationary service extension for Jazzmine Washington (DPW)
• Reinstatement request for Adrian Gibbs as Boiler Inspector
• Appeal of Management Trainee Examination application rejection

The Board of City Service Commissioners approved all personnel actions on the agenda, including a temporary appointment, a probationary extension, and a reinstatement. The board also upheld the denial of an application appeal. All votes were unanimous (4-0) with one vacancy.

• Approved minutes from October 26, 2021 meeting (4-0)
• Approved temporary appointment of Regina Ward as Office Assistant III (4-0)
• Approved probationary extension for Jazzmine Washington (4-0)
• Approved reinstatement of Adrian Gibbs as Boiler Inspector (4-0)
• Upheld denial of Aaron Meilicke's application appeal (4-0)

CITY PLAN COMMISSION

The City Plan Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a zoning change from Industrial Heavy to Industrial Mixed on West Meinecke Avenue. The meeting also includes items concerning street vacation and air space leases for the Wisconsin Center District.

• Zoning change from Industrial Heavy to Industrial Mixed at 3040-56, 3100-3112, and 3112-R West Meinecke Avenue
• Resolution to vacate South 3rd Street north of West Lincoln Avenue
• Air space lease for a Skywalk on North Vel R Phillips Avenue at 400 West Wisconsin Avenue
• Air space leases for building overhangs at 400 West Wisconsin Avenue
• Air space lease for a connector on Wells Street at 400 West Wisconsin Avenue

The City Plan Commission recommended passage of a zoning change from Industrial Heavy (IH) to Industrial Mixed (IM) for properties on West Meinecke Avenue, allowing residential and other uses. The commission also conditionally approved a street vacation for South 3rd Street, and held four air space lease ordinances for the Wisconsin Center District. The meeting minutes from October 18, 2021 were approved.

• Approved minutes from October 18, 2021 (7-0)
• Recommended zoning change from IH to IM at 3040-56, 3100-3112, 3112-R W. Meinecke Ave (7-0)
• Conditionally approved vacation of S. 3rd St. north of W. Lincoln Ave (6-0-1, Nemec abstained)
• Held air space lease for skywalk on N. Vel R. Phillips Ave (6-0-1)
• Held air space lease for building overhang on N. Vel R. Phillips Ave (6-0-1)
• Held air space lease for building overhang on W. Kilbourn Ave (6-0-1)
• Held air space lease for connector between N. 6th and Vel R. Phillips Ave (6-0-1)

STEERING & RULES COMMITTEE

The Milwaukee Steering & Rules Committee meeting scheduled for November 8, 2021, was cancelled on November 5, 2021. No agenda items were listed for this meeting.

CITY-COUNTY ADVISORY BOARD ON CLIMATE AND ECONOMIC EQUITY

The City-County Task Force on Climate and Economic Equity will discuss a potential Green Amendment Recommendation. The meeting also includes progress reports on Chapter Template drafting and a review of community feedback from the Nature in the City survey.

• Possible vote on a Green Amendment Recommendation
• Progress reports on Chapter Template drafting
• Review of Nature in the City Survey Responses, Part 2
• Approval of October 25, 2021 meeting minutes

The Nature in the City working group discussed a proposed state constitutional green amendment but decided not to include it in their proposal, recommending instead that the full task force consider it. They approved the previous meeting's minutes with revisions and continued drafting chapter sections on natural lands, green lots, trees, and schoolyards. The group also reviewed community survey feedback and scheduled final meetings for November 22 and December 6.

• Approved 10/25/21 minutes with revisions (motion by Brands, seconded by Weingrod)
• Decided not to include green amendment recommendation in Nature in the City proposal
• Consensus to write a separate Natural Gardens proposal as a Secondary Strategy
• Adjourned at 12:45 (motion by McKay, seconded by Riebe)

COMMUNITY INTERVENTION TASK FORCE

The Milwaukee Police Department Diversion Task Force is reviewing a resolution to amend its previous mandate. This includes discussing a task force name change, additional membership, and the addition of a prevention component. The group will also review research regarding police diversion programs in other cities.

• Review of CCFN 210785 to amend task force resolution
• Discussion of task force name change and mission statement
• Proposal for additional membership and a prevention component
• Review of research on police diversion programs in comparable cities

SAFETY AND CIVIC COMMISSION

The Safety and Civic Commission will meet to approve the October 11, 2021, meeting minutes. The agenda includes reports from five sub-committees covering topics such as traffic safety and drug demand reduction. A report from the Safety Division Manager is also scheduled.

• Approval of October 11, 2021, meeting minutes
• Sub-committee reports on education, civic engagement, and traffic safety
• Report from Safety Division Manager Lishunda Patterson

CITY-COUNTY ADVISORY BOARD ON CLIMATE AND ECONOMIC EQUITY

The Finance Work Group will receive updates on federal, state, county, and city ARPA funds and discuss next steps to pursue County ARPA funds. The group is also planning workshops or white papers regarding green bonding options, earmarked fees, and a capital campaign.

• Update on ARPA funds (federal, state, county, and city)
• Planning for workshops or white papers on green bonding options
• Discussion of new, earmarked fees
• Planning for a capital campaign

COMMON COUNCIL

The Common Council is meeting to adopt several 2022 service charges, including street lighting, sewerage, and solid waste fees. The agenda also includes ordinances for city pay rates and increased building inspection fees. Additionally, the Mayor's proposed 2022 budget is being reviewed.

• Increasing fees for plan examinations and building inspections
• Establishing the 2022 street lighting fee
• Establishing the 2022 local sewerage charge
• Establishing the 2022 solid waste charge
• Establishing the 2022 snow and ice removal cost recovery charge

The Common Council adopted the 2022 city budget, incorporating several amendments. Key changes include increasing the Employers' Pension Reserve Fund deposit by $30 million (split into $23.6M and $6.4M amendments), adding $400,000 for ten Police Service Specialist Investigators, and funding a $50,000 'Healing Spaces' initiative. The budget was adopted 12-1, with Ald. Borkowski voting no.

• Adopted 2022 city budget (12-1)
• Increased pension reserve fund deposit by $30M total via two amendments (13-0 and 12-1)
• Added $400,000 for ten Police Service Specialist Investigators (13-0)
• Added $50,000 for Neighborhood Improvement Development Corporation 'Healing Spaces' (14-0)
• Added one Grant Compliance Manager position in DOA-Community Development Grants (13-0)
• Added one Assistant City Attorney for Common Council-City Clerk, offset by reducing one in City Attorney's Office (9-4)
• Added $50,130 for Human Resources Representative, offset by eliminating Risk Manager position (withdrawn, 13-0)
• Set 2022 Street Lighting Fee (8-5)

CITY-COUNTY ADVISORY BOARD ON CLIMATE AND ECONOMIC EQUITY

The City-County Task Force on Climate and Economic Equity will discuss next steps for the Jobs and Equity Green Jobs Accelerator Plan. The meeting also includes a debrief and discussion regarding the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA).

• Next steps for the Jobs and Equity Green Jobs Accelerator Plan
• American Rescue Plan Act Good Jobs Challenge Grant Opportunity
• American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) debrief and discussion

FIRE AND POLICE COMMISSION

The Fire and Police Commission is considering a resolution to appoint Acting Chief Jeffrey B. Norman to the position of Chief of Police for a four-year term. The Board may convene in a closed session to discuss employment, promotion, or performance evaluation data related to this appointment.

• Resolution FPC21357: Appointment of Acting Chief Jeffrey B. Norman as Chief of Police for a four-year term

FIRE AND POLICE COMMISSION

The Milwaukee Fire and Police Commission met to approve several personnel actions and policy amendments. The session included votes on police department appointments, fire department promotions, and updates to off-duty employment procedures.

• Appointment of Jeffrey B. Norman as Acting Chief of Police for a four-year term
• Approval of the Police Records Specialist I Eligibility List
• Amendment to Standard Operating Procedures for off-duty and special event employment
• Approval of promotions to Fire Lieutenant position
• Re-exemption request for the Police Services Specialist-Investigator position

The Commission unanimously appointed Acting Chief Jeffrey B. Norman to a four-year term as Chief of Police. It also approved several personnel actions, including a fire lieutenant promotion and a program assistant appointment, and referred a proposed amendment to off-duty employment procedures to committee.

• Appointed Jeffrey B. Norman as Chief of Police for four years (7-0)
• Approved October 21, 2021 meeting minutes (general consent)
• Approved Police Records Specialist I Eligibility List (general consent)
• Approved re-exemption for Police Services Specialist-Investigator position (general consent)
• Approved voluntary demotion of Police District Administrative Assistant (general consent)
• Referred SOP 400 amendment to Complaints and Discipline Committee (7-0)
• Approved promotion to Fire Lieutenant (7-0)
• Approved appointment to Program Assistant III (7-0)

BOARD OF HEALTH

The Milwaukee Board of Health will review minutes from September and October 2021 meetings. The agenda includes presentations regarding maternal and child health programs and communications from the Health Commissioner. Members will also discuss DHS 140 certification, the Lead Program, and strategic planning.

• Update on maternal and child health programs
• Communication from MHD Health Commissioner Kirsten Johnson
• Discussion of DHS 140 certification
• Lead Program discussion
• Milwaukee Health Department branch collaboration updates

The Board of Health met virtually and approved the minutes from its September and October 2021 meetings. The health commissioner reported declining COVID cases, the start of vaccinations for children aged 5-11, and the city employee vaccine mandate. No substantive policy decisions were made; the meeting was primarily informational.

• Approved September 2021 meeting minutes (motion by Means, second by Sinclair, none opposed)
• Approved October 2021 meeting minutes (motion by Gomez-Tom, second by Means, all in favor)

EQUAL RIGHTS COMMISSION

The Equal Rights Commission Outreach & Education Committee will discuss upcoming educational programming. This includes preparations for Native American Heritage Month and International Human Rights Day. The committee will also address the Community Outreach Tool Kit.

• Review of October Lunch & Learn recap
• Planning for November Native American Heritage Month speakers and flyers
• International Human Rights Day award nominations due November 15
• Discussion regarding the Community Outreach Tool Kit

EQUAL RIGHTS COMMISSION

The commission will discuss social media formats and roles for commissioners and staff regarding communications. Members will also consider reconvening meetings in person.

• Social media communications format
• Commissioner and staff roles for communications
• Consideration for reconvening in-person commission meetings
• Future statements and proclamations

COMMON COUNCIL

The Milwaukee Common Council will vote on several infrastructure and development items. This includes approving over $3 million for public improvements and a lease for the Community Within the Corridor project. The agenda also covers various city service pay rates and real estate returns.

• Construction of nonassessable public improvements totaling $3,047,528
• Subterranean space lease for Community Within the Corridor at 3100 West Center Street
• $1,075,000 for various nonassessable public improvements
• $75,000 project cost increase for traffic control on East/West Wells Street
• Payment of claims to Weidner Apartment Homes ($7,350.56) and Sheila Nguyen ($8,885.44)

The Common Council approved all items on the agenda, including license renewals and nonrenewals, zoning changes, public works projects, and various resolutions. Notable actions included renewing a tavern license with a 20-day suspension, nonrenewing a gas station license, and approving a tunnel lease for a redevelopment project. All votes were 14-0 with one excused.

• Approved license renewals with 20-day suspensions for J Ken Elliots and Srjewell Entertainment (14-0)
• Nonrenewed Extended Hours license for P S Gas Corporation (14-0)
• Nonrenewed Recycling, Salvaging, or Towing license for S&G Junking and Towing (14-0)
• Passed ordinance granting subterranean space lease to Community Within the Corridor (14-0)
• Adopted resolution authorizing RACM lease with ABM Onsite Services for 401-441 W Wisconsin Ave (14-0)
• Adopted resolutions for public improvements totaling over $4 million (14-0)
• Passed ordinances amending 2021 and 2022 rates of pay and positions (14-0)
• Adopted resolution authorizing return of real estate at multiple properties (14-0)

LICENSES COMMITTEE

The committee is scheduled to review a motion related to the recommendations of the Licenses Committee concerning licenses. The agenda does not provide specific details for this item.

• Motion 211001 relating to the recommendations of the Licenses Committee regarding licenses

The Licenses Committee approved an amended Class B Tavern and Public Entertainment Premises license for Penthouse Lounge at 3621 N Teutonia Ave, removing instrumental musicians, disc jockey, bands, karaoke, and 2 amusement machines from the requested entertainment types. The committee also approved several other license applications, including transfers, renewals, and new licenses, and issued warning letters for certain operator's license applications. All votes were unanimous (3-0) with Ald. Dodd excused.

• Approved amended Penthouse Lounge license (3-0)
• Approved Lion's Tooth permanent extension of premise (3-0)
• Approved Chicken Palace renewals (3-0)
• Approved Straight Shots renewals (3-0)
• Recommended for approval various license applications (3-0)
• Issued warning letters for operator's license applications

HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION

The Historic Preservation Commission will hold public hearings for construction and repairs at 790 N. Van Buren Street, 600 E. Wells Street, and 2542 N. Terrace Avenue. The meeting also includes a review of the National Register nomination for the Oriental Theater. Additionally, the commission will review several staff-approved certificates of appropriateness.

• Public hearing: staircase construction at 790 N. Van Buren Street
• Public hearing: entry stairs and ramp replacement at 600 E. Wells Street
• Public hearing: repairs at 2542 N. Terrace Avenue
• National Register nomination review for the Oriental Theater
• Staff-approved roof installation at the Pabst Theater

The Historic Preservation Commission approved all nine Certificates of Appropriateness on the agenda, including an exterior staircase at 790 N. Van Buren St. and a ramp replacement at 600 E. Wells St. It also approved the National Register nomination for the Oriental Theater, with one abstention.

• Approved exterior staircase at 790 N. Van Buren St. with conditions (5-0)
• Approved entry stairs and ramp replacement at 600 E. Wells St. (5-0)
• Approved fascia, gutter, garage door, and porch step work at 2542 N Terrace Ave. with conditions (5-0)
• Approved walkway replacement at 1003-1005 N 33rd St. (5-0)
• Approved walkway replacement at 1023-1025 N 33rd St. (5-0)
• Approved fence replacement and landscaping at 1809 N. 2nd St. (5-0)
• Approved gutter replacement and eave repair at 1842 N. 2nd St. (5-0)
• Approved membrane roofs at 144 E. Wells St. (Pabst Theater) (5-0)

CITY-COUNTY ADVISORY BOARD ON CLIMATE AND ECONOMIC EQUITY

The City-County Task Force on Climate and Economic Equity will discuss the communications chapter of its final report. The meeting also includes reviewing preliminary survey results and receiving updates on outreach and media efforts.

• Review of preliminary survey results
• Update on communications chapter for final report
• Outreach and media update regarding Social Pinpoint
• Updates on event leads and tabling

The Education and Outreach Work Group of the City-County Task Force on Climate and Economic Equity met virtually and discussed next steps for producing the final climate and economic equity plan. No formal decisions were made; the group discussed two options for hiring a contractor (using an existing Master Service Agreement or going through an RFP process) and set a goal to have final drafts of proposals by the end of November. The group also reviewed outreach efforts, including over 5,000 email invitations sent for public input via Social Pinpoint.

• Held over approval of previous minutes
• Discussed hiring contractor via Master Service Agreement or RFP process (no decision)
• Set goal for final drafts of proposals by end of November (discussed)
• Scheduled next meeting for November 15, 2021

CITY-COUNTY ADVISORY BOARD ON CLIMATE AND ECONOMIC EQUITY

The Waste and Sustainable Consumption Work Group will hold a virtual meeting to discuss work for the remainder of 2021. The agenda includes a presentation from Meg Kilkenny of Glean Milwaukee and a review of draft templates and strategies. The group will also consider potential city partnerships and new members or consultants.

• Presentation by Meg Kilkenny of Glean Milwaukee
• Review of 2021 work plans, including draft templates and slides
• Discussion of potential city partnerships and the role of the City
• Consideration of new members or consultants for the work group

The Waste and Sustainable Consumption Work Group met virtually and heard a presentation from Meg Kilkenny of FoodWise about the Glean MKE Coalition's efforts to reduce food waste. No formal decisions were made; the group discussed next steps, including drafting a report and reaching out to food pantries.

• Approved James Jedibudiah as official Work Group member
• Tabled review of 10/18/2021 minutes until Nov. 15 meeting
• Discussed drafting report on food waste recommendations
• Suggested reaching out to food pantries for input

CITY-COUNTY ADVISORY BOARD ON CLIMATE AND ECONOMIC EQUITY

The task force will review minutes from September meetings. Members are continuing to refine policy and project ideas for the Adaptation and Climate Resilience Work Group. The group will also discuss creating a visual chart to map partnerships for implementation.

• Approval of meeting minutes from 9.8.21 and 9.22.21
• Refinement of policy and project ideas for the Adaptation and Climate Resilience Work Group
• Discussion on creating a visual chart to map partnerships for implementation

FINANCE & PERSONNEL COMMITTEE

The Finance & Personnel Committee is holding a Budget Amendment Day meeting. The committee will review the Mayor's proposed 2022 budget and various implementation measures. This includes the adoption of the 2022 budget for the Redevelopment Authority.

• Mayor's communication regarding the proposed 2022 budget
• Adoption of the 2022 Redevelopment Authority budget
• Charter ordinance for 2022 budget implementation
• Ordinance for 2022 budget implementation
• Resolution for 2022 budget implementation

The Finance & Personnel Committee voted on numerous amendments to the proposed 2022 city budget. It approved a $30 million increase to the Employer's Pension Reserve Fund (total $40 million), offset by reducing Fire Department salaries, and approved shifting $6.05 million from Fire to Police for three recruit classes. Several other amendments were approved, including funding for equity reporting, a Grant Compliance Manager, and various footnotes. The budget and related items were referred without recommendation to the Common Council.

• Approved $30M increase to Pension Reserve Fund, total $40M, offset by Fire salary cuts (5-0)
• Approved $6.05M shift from Fire to Police for 3 recruit classes of 65 each (4-0, 1 abstain)
• Approved footnote requiring City Clerk to report on Equity Impact Statements (5-0)
• Approved $807,715 for Assessor's Office software (failed 1-4)
• Approved $50,000 for Healing Spaces Initiative (5-0)
• Approved footnote urging Fire & Police Commission survey on personnel departures (5-0)
• Approved $400,000 for 10 Police Service Specialist-Investigators (5-0)
• Referred 2022 budget and related ordinances to Common Council without recommendation (5-0)

FINANCE & PERSONNEL COMMITTEE

The Finance and Personnel Committee will discuss several items related to the 2022 budget implementation. This includes establishing rates for solid waste, sewerage, and street lighting, as well as reviewing potential fee increases for building inspections.

• Proposed increase to fees for plan examinations and building inspections
• Addition of new 911 Dispatcher positions within the Fire Department
• Establishment of 2022 charges for solid waste, sewerage, and street lighting
• Amendments to the Salary Ordinance for various city roles
• Review of the 2022 taxation rate for budget purposes

The Finance & Personnel Committee recommended passage of several 2022 budget-related ordinances and resolutions, including uniform pay rates, positions, fee increases, and various charges (sewerage, snow/ice, solid waste, storm water, street lighting). It also recommended adoption of the 2022 tax levy resolution and approved a general obligation direct loan program. All votes were unanimous (5-0 or 4-0 with one excused).

• Approved vacancy, fund transfer, and equipment requests (5-0)
• Approved changes to single/sole source contracts (5-0)
• Placed on file waivers for single/sole source contracts (5-0)
• Recommended placing on file classification studies for Fire and Police Commission and City Service Commission (5-0 each)
• Recommended placing on file salary ordinance amendments for Board of Review, Police Budget Manager, Workforce Grant Specialist, Operations/Driver Worker (4-0, Zamarripa excused)
• Recommended passage of ethics and harassment training ordinance (4-0, Zamarripa excused)
• Recommended adoption of general obligation direct loan program (4-0, Zamarripa excused)
• Recommended adoption of 2022 tax levy, sewerage, snow/ice, solid waste, storm water, street lighting fees (5-0 each)

CITY-COUNTY ADVISORY BOARD ON CLIMATE AND ECONOMIC EQUITY

The City-County Task Force on Climate and Economic Equity will discuss a potential Green Amendments movement and receive an update on ARPA funds. The meeting also includes work group updates and communication regarding the task force's final report.

• Possible vote on a Green Amendments movement
• Update on ARPA funds
• Work group updates and member changes
• Communication regarding the final report and activities of the Task Force

The City-County Task Force on Climate and Economic Equity met virtually and approved the September minutes unanimously. Work group updates were given, and membership changes were made (removals and additions). The Green Amendments movement was discussed but not adopted; it was referred to the Nature in the City work group for further discussion. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved minutes of September 29th unanimously
• Removed Pam Ritger from Education and Outreach work group
• Removed George Martin from Finance work group
• Added James Jedibudiah to Waste and Sustainability work group
• Added Jess Haven to Nature in the City work group
• Referred Green Amendments movement to Nature in the City work group for further discussion

CITY-COUNTY ADVISORY BOARD ON CLIMATE AND ECONOMIC EQUITY

The Green Buildings Work Group will discuss the stakeholder process for the Commercial Benchmarking Ordinance. The group will also receive updates on City of Milwaukee decisions regarding ARPA funding use. Additionally, members will use breakout rooms to refine recommendation language for commercial buildings and residential retrofits.

• Next steps in the stakeholder process for the Commercial Benchmarking Ordinance
• Updates on City of Milwaukee decisions for ARPA funding use
• Refinement of recommendation language for commercial buildings and residential retrofits
• Approval of October 13, 2021, meeting minutes

ZONING, NEIGHBORHOODS & DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE

The committee is reviewing several rezoning requests for residential and commercial redevelopments across various districts. It will also consider an update to the Fond du Lac and North Area Plan. Additionally, the agenda includes a new ordinance regarding vermin and rodent control.

• Site plan modification for Eastcastle Place at 2505 E Bradford Ave
• Rezoning for redevelopment at 2474-2490 N Cramer St
• Zoning changes for commercial use at 274 E Keefe Ave and 3610-3616 W Vliet St
• Approval of the updated Fond du Lac and North Area Plan
• Ordinance regarding vermin and rodent control

The Zoning, Neighborhoods & Development Committee recommended approval of a minor modification to the Eastcastle Place senior living community's detailed planned development, allowing changes to site plan, exterior design, and unit mix. It also recommended zoning changes for properties on North Cramer Street and East Keefe Avenue, and approved the updated Fond du Lac and North Area Plan. Several items were held, including a zoning change on West Vliet Street and a vermin control ordinance.

• Recommended adoption of Eastcastle Place minor modification (4-0, Coggs excused)
• Recommended passage of zoning change to DPD for 2474-2490 N. Cramer St. (5-0)
• Recommended passage of zoning change to LB2 for 274 E. Keefe Ave. (5-0)
• Held zoning change to LB2 for 3610 & 3616 W. Vliet St. (5-0)
• Recommended adoption of updated Fond du Lac and North Area Plan (5-0)
• Held vermin and rodent control ordinance (5-0)
• Held OEI quarterly reports for Community within the Corridor, Phyllis Wheatley, JS1962, JS1924 projects (5-0 each)
• Recommended placing on file communication on standby generators (4-0, Coggs excused)

BOARD OF CITY SERVICE COMMISSIONERS

The Board of City Service Commissioners is reviewing seasonal layoff plans for eight bridge operators and twelve public works inspectors. The agenda also includes requests to re-exempt several city positions and various temporary appointments within the Department of Public Works. Additionally, the board will consider a rule clarification regarding employee discharge and appeals.

• Seasonal layoff plan for eight Bridge Operators
• Seasonal layoff plan for twelve Public Works Inspectors
• Re-Exempt position: Associate Library Director
• Rule clarification for City Service Rule XIV, Section 12 (q)
• Reinstatement request for Emily DeLeo as Public Health Nurse I

The Board of City Service Commissioners approved several personnel actions, including seasonal layoff plans for eight Bridge Operators and twelve Public Works Inspectors, and temporary appointments for multiple DPW engineering positions. It also approved classification reports, reinstatement of Emily DeLeo as Public Health Nurse I, and a final rule clarification on employee discharge procedures. All votes were 4-0 or 3-1, with Commissioner Cleary dissenting on DPW-related items.

• Approved minutes from October 12, 2021 meeting (4-0)
• Approved classification reports for Emergency Communications Director, Disease Intervention Specialist, and Library positions (4-0)
• Approved reinstatement of Emily DeLeo as Public Health Nurse I (4-0)
• Approved re-exemption of Continuum of Care Specialist and Grant Monitor positions (4-0)
• Approved re-exemption of Associate Library Director position (4-0)
• Approved seasonal layoff plan for eight Bridge Operators (3-1)
• Approved seasonal layoff plan for twelve Public Works Inspectors (3-1)
• Approved temporary appointments for 12 DPW engineering positions (3-1 each)

JUDICIARY & LEGISLATION COMMITTEE

The committee will consider several legislative bills regarding workforce housing programs and tax exemptions. Members will also review appointments to the Board of Election Commissioners and various property damage claims. Additionally, resolutions for real estate returns and lawsuit settlements are on the agenda.

• Appointment of Terrell Martin to the Board of Election Commissioners
• Property damage claim for Eanda Boyd totaling $48,035.00
• Claims for Michael Seidman and Jennifer Anderson in the amount of $50,000.00 each
• Legislative bills AB-603 through AB-610 regarding workforce housing and property tax assessments
• Return of real estate at 1982 W. Melvina Street to Joe C. Hubbert

CITY-COUNTY ADVISORY BOARD ON CLIMATE AND ECONOMIC EQUITY

The City-County Task Force on Climate and Economic Equity will hear presentations regarding the Greater Milwaukee Watershed Reforestation Program and natural areas habitat. The agenda also includes updates on ARPA funding status and community survey feedback. Members will receive progress reports on Chapter Template drafting.

• Presentation: Greater Milwaukee Watershed Reforestation Program
• Presentation: Natural Areas and Critical Species Habitat
• Report on Nature in the City Survey Responses
• Status of ARPA funding
• Progress reports on Chapter Template drafting

The City-County Task Force on Climate and Economic Equity met virtually and heard a presentation from SEWRPC Chief Biologist Tom Slawski on the update of the Regional Natural Areas and Critical Species Habitat Protection and Management Plan. The task force approved the minutes of the 10/11/21 meeting as amended, and received updates on Nature in the City events and ARPA funding analysis. No formal decisions were made beyond the minutes approval.

• Approved minutes of 10/11/21 as amended (no objections)
• Heard SEWRPC presentation on Natural Areas and Critical Species Habitat update
• Received preliminary Nature in the City survey results
• Discussed ARPA funding analysis and advocacy for round 2

CITY-COUNTY ADVISORY BOARD ON CLIMATE AND ECONOMIC EQUITY

The Finance Work Group of the City-County Task Force on Climate and Economic Equity is meeting to discuss fund mapping and work group progress. The group will receive an update on mapping ARPA funds from federal, state, county, and city sources. They will also review how other work groups plan to finance their proposed ideas.

• Update on mapping ARPA funds (federal, state, county, and city)
• Update on financing for work group proposals

FIRE AND POLICE COMMISSION

The Commission will review a communication regarding the Collins Settlement Agreement. The agenda includes several resolutions to amend standard operating procedures for police and fire departments. Additionally, the board will consider various personnel appointments, promotions, and job classification studies.

• Communication regarding the Collins Settlement Agreement
• Rescission of a Community Service Officer appointment
• Amendments to whistleblower protection and court procedure protocols
• Market study requests for 911 Dispatcher and Telecommunicator roles
• New classification requests for various Fire Captain and Lieutenant positions

The Fire and Police Commission approved several personnel actions, including promotions, appointments, and classification studies for 911 dispatcher positions. It also deferred three resolutions related to fire captain and other fire department position classifications until the November 18, 2021 meeting. Several standard operating procedures were adopted or referred to committee.

• Approved Police Risk Manager classification request (6-0)
• Referred whistleblower protection SOP to Policies and Standards Committee (6-0)
• Referred SOP amendments for Court Procedures, Victim/Witness Rights, and Ballistics Network to committee (6-0)
• Adopted amendments to Draw of Funds, Evidence Vehicle Processing, Marine Operations, and Public Safety Cadet SOPs (6-0 each)
• Deferred three fire captain classification resolutions to 11/18/2021 (6-0 each)
• Struck Program Assistant III promotion from agenda (6-0)
• Approved TeleStaff temporary appointment extension (6-0)
• Approved classification/market studies for 911 dispatcher and telecommunicator positions (6-0)

PUBLIC SAFETY AND HEALTH COMMITTEE

The Public Safety and Health Committee will review ordinances regarding parking and traffic controls. The agenda includes establishing COVID-19 safety guidelines for City Hall and discussing a potential testing site at a Wisconsin DOT facility. Members will also consider grant acceptances for impaired driving and seat belt enforcement.

• Amending ambulance contracts with Bell Ambulance, Inc. and Curtis-Universal, Inc. to include subsidy payments
• Establishing COVID-19 safety guidelines for City Hall and the Zeidler Municipal Building
• Agreement with Wisconsin DOT for a COVID-19 testing and vaccination site
• Acceptance of 2021-22 Impaired Driving Enforcement and Seat Belt Enforcement grants
• Ordinances relating to parking and traffic controls

The Public Safety and Health Committee recommended passage of ordinances on parking and traffic controls, and recommended adoption of resolutions on gun safety, impaired driving and seat belt enforcement grants, COVID-19 safety guidelines for City Hall, EMS training with MATC, ambulance contract amendments, and cooperative staffing with private ambulance providers. A motion to hold the COVID-19 safety resolution failed, but it was then recommended for adoption. All votes were unanimous except for two items where Ald. Rainey was excused.

• Recommended passage of parking controls ordinance (3-0, Rainey excused)
• Recommended passage of traffic controls ordinance (3-0, Rainey excused)
• Recommended placing on file communication on WisDOT COVID-19 testing/vaccination site (3-0, Rainey excused)
• Recommended adoption of resolution for Do Not Stand Idly By gun safety campaign (4-0)
• Recommended adoption of resolution accepting Impaired Driving Enforcement grant (4-0)
• Recommended adoption of resolution accepting Seat Belt Enforcement grant (4-0)
• Recommended adoption of resolution on COVID-19 safety guidelines for City Hall and Zeidler Building (4-0, after motion to hold failed 2-2)
• Recommended adoption of resolution authorizing MFD-MATC EMS practicum agreement (4-0)

COMMUNITY COLLABORATIVE COMMISSION

The scheduled meeting of the Milwaukee Community Collaborative Commission for October 21, 2021, was cancelled on October 15, 2021. No agenda items were listed for this session.

COMMON COUNCIL

The Milwaukee Common Council will consider resolutions regarding the remainder of the first tranche of American Rescue Plan Act funds. The council will also review agreements between the Milwaukee Fire Department and private ambulance providers, including contract amendments for Bell Ambulance, Inc. and Curtis-Universal, Inc. to include subsidy payments.

• Appropriation of the remainder of the first tranche of American Rescue Plan Act funds
• Staffing and vehicle agreements between Milwaukee Fire Department and private ambulance providers
• Amendments to Bell Ambulance, Inc. and Curtis-Universal, Inc. contracts to include subsidy payments

The Common Council approved the ARPA Omnibus Proposal 1G, allocating funds for affordable housing, lead abatement, COVID response, jobs training, early childhood education, lost revenue, and fire department salaries. It also approved separate actions for MADACC payment and Westlawn allocation, and adopted resolutions for ambulance staffing and subsidy contracts. All votes were recorded as prevailed.

• Approved ARPA Omnibus Proposal 1G (12-3)
• Approved $1,867,000 payment to MADACC (8-7)
• Approved $9,000,000 allocation to Westlawn (10-5)
• Approved ARPA Proposal 45A for survey mailing (15-0)
• Approved ARPA Proposal 47A for retroactive hazard pay (15-0)
• Approved ARPA Proposal 58 for MLK Jr. library construction (15-0)
• Adopted resolution for cooperative staffing with private ambulances (15-0)
• Adopted resolution to amend ambulance contracts with subsidy payments (15-0)

PUBLIC WORKS COMMITTEE

The Public Works Committee is reviewing resolutions for various assessable and nonassessable public improvements. The agenda also includes honorary street name designations and an amendment to the Water Service Agreement with Wauwatosa. Additionally, the committee will discuss traffic control funding and lease agreements.

• Nonassessable public improvements with a total estimated cost of 1,075,000
• Honorary street name designations for North 34th Street and North 24th Place
• Amendment to the Water Service Agreement with the City of Wauwatosa
• $75,000 fund transfer for traffic control devices on East/West Wells Street
• Air space lease for a connector on Wells Street at 400 West Wisconsin Avenue

The Public Works Committee recommended adoption of resolutions for assessable and nonassessable public improvements, including a $3,047,528 construction project, and approved an amendment to the water service agreement with Wauwatosa. Several items were held, including honorary street name assignments and an air space lease. License actions included approval for Janae Walker and denial for Grant Chromy.

• Recommended adoption of $155,000 assessable improvements resolution (5-0)
• Recommended adoption of $1,075,000 nonassessable improvements resolution (5-0)
• Recommended adoption of $3,047,528 construction resolution (5-0)
• Recommended adoption of Wauwatosa water service agreement amendment (5-0)
• Held honorary street name for Ralph H. Metcalfe (5-0)
• Held honorary street name for Corrine Miller (5-0)
• Held air space lease to Wisconsin Center District (5-0)
• Recommended adoption of EPA Cooperative Agreement (5-0)

COMMUNITY & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE

The committee will consider the use of Community Development Block Grant funds for the Milwaukee Immigrant and Refugee Welcome Center. The agenda also includes a proposal for a feasibility study to identify locations for neighborhood gathering spaces. Additionally, members will review 2022 operating plans for various Business Improvement Districts.

• Allocation of Community Development Block Grant funds for the Milwaukee Immigrant and Refugee Welcome Center
• Feasibility study for new neighborhood gathering spaces
• Renewal of the sister city relationship with Tarime District, Tanzania
• 2022 Operating Plans for various Business Improvement Districts
• Appointment of David Emmerich to Business Improvement District #26

The Community & Economic Development Committee recommended for adoption a resolution allocating Community Development Block Grant funds for the Milwaukee Immigrant and Refugee Welcome Center, adding Ald. Perez and Ald. Zamarripa as co-sponsors. The committee also recommended for adoption resolutions for a feasibility study on neighborhood gathering spaces, renewal of the sister city relationship with Tarime District, Tanzania, and Year 2022 Operating Plans for various Business Improvement Districts. All recommendations passed 3-0, with Ald. Dodd excused.

• Recommended for confirmation David Emmerich to Business Improvement District #26 (3-0)
• Recommended for adoption CDBG fund allocation for Milwaukee Immigrant and Refugee Welcome Center (3-0)
• Recommended for adoption feasibility study for neighborhood gathering spaces (3-0)
• Recommended for adoption renewal of sister city relationship with Tarime District, Tanzania (3-0)
• Recommended for adoption Year 2022 Operating Plans for various Business Improvement Districts (3-0)

EQUAL RIGHTS COMMISSION

This meeting focuses on internal administrative matters for the commission. Agenda items include recruitment efforts, onboarding new commissioners, and a fall retreat.

• Recruitment efforts
• New Commissioner Onboarding & Refresher
• Fall Retreat

LICENSES COMMITTEE

The committee will review a communication regarding the distribution, operation, and regulation of certain amusement machines. The agenda also includes motions related to license recommendations.

• Regulation of certain amusement machines
• Motions regarding license recommendations

The Licenses Committee approved, amended, or held numerous license applications. Notably, it denied the Extended Hours Establishment license for P S Gas at 3114 N Sherman Blvd based on neighborhood testimony and police reports, while approving its Food Dealer license. Several other applications were approved with amendments, such as adjusted hours or added conditions, and some were held for further review.

• Denied Extended Hours license for P S Gas (4-0)
• Approved Coconut Bowl license with added patrol requirement (4-0)
• Approved Scene One Restaurant & Lounge license (4-0)
• Approved Dino's license (4-0)
• Approved Scooters Pub / Dukes on Water with 20-day suspension (4-0)
• Approved 42nd Street Bar & Grill with amended hours and 20-day suspension (4-0)
• Denied S&G Junking and Towing license renewal (4-0)
• Held amusement machine applications pending court decision (3-0)

EQUAL RIGHTS COMMISSION

The commission will review minutes from Meeting 2 and discuss draft messaging examples. The agenda also includes a test case for the contents and format of a UWM Osher presentation.

• Review of minutes from Meeting 2
• Review of draft messaging examples
• Test case for UWM Osher presentation contents and format

CITY PLAN COMMISSION

The commission is holding public hearings on multiple rezoning requests to allow commercial or residential uses at various locations. Members will also consider a minor modification for the Eastcastle Place senior living community and approve an updated area plan.

• Rezoning 274 East Keefe Avenue from Industrial Office to Local Business
• Rezoning 3610 and 3616 West Vliet Street from Two-Family Residential to Local Business
• Rezoning 1617-33 East North Avenue from Industrial Light to Local Business
• Minor modification for senior living at 2505 East Bradford Avenue
• Approval of the updated Fond du Lac and North Area Plan

The City Plan Commission recommended passage of a zoning change from Industrial Office (IO2) to Local Business (LB2) for the property at 274 East Keefe Avenue, allowing commercial and community uses. The motion passed 6-0 and was assigned to the Zoning, Neighborhoods & Development Committee. The commission also recommended several other zoning changes and plan approvals, and held one item to a future meeting.

• Recommended passage of zoning change to LB2 at 274 E Keefe Ave (6-0)
• Recommended passage of zoning change to LB2 at 3610 & 3616 W Vliet St (5-0-1, Nemec abstained)
• Recommended passage of zoning change to LB3 at 1617-33 E North Ave (6-0)
• Recommended adoption of minor modification to Eastcastle Place planned development (6-0)
• Held zoning change to Industrial Mixed at 3040-56 W Meinecke Ave to next meeting (5-0)
• Recommended passage of subterranean lease for Community Within the Corridor (5-0)
• Recommended adoption of updated Fond du Lac and North Area Plan (6-0)
• Approved 2022 City Plan Commission meeting dates (6-0)

STEERING & RULES COMMITTEE

The Steering & Rules Committee will receive a communication transmitting the report of the Mayor's Task Force on the City of Milwaukee's Pension System. This item presents the task force's findings to the committee.

• Transmission of the Mayor's Task Force report on the City of Milwaukee's Pension System

The committee held the Mayor's Task Force on the City of Milwaukee's Pension System report without taking action, pending further discussion. The meeting included a closed session and adjourned after the motion to hold the item.

• Held pension task force report to call of the chair (5-0, 3 excused)

CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS COMMITTEE

The Capital Improvements Committee will discuss and provide recommendations for the Mayor's Proposed 2022 Budget. The meeting is focused on reviewing this specific budget proposal.

• Discussion and recommendations for the Mayor's Proposed 2022 Budget

The Capital Improvements Committee discussed the Mayor's Proposed 2022 Budget, covering various department requests. Several office remodeling requests were denied, including those for the City Clerk, DER, and DNS, while the Fire Department received $1.38 million of its $7.2 million request. The committee also reviewed ARPA funding for capital projects and other departmental needs, but no formal votes were taken.

• Denied City Clerk office remodel
• Denied DER office remodel
• Denied DNS office remodel
• Fire Dept. received $1.38M of $7.2M request
• Approved $3.6M for police vehicle replacement
• Approved $300K for IT one-time costs
• Approved $2M to finish City Hall construction
• Recommended $800K/year for ADA compliance

CITY-COUNTY ADVISORY BOARD ON CLIMATE AND ECONOMIC EQUITY

The City-County Task Force on Climate and Economic Equity will review the final report for the communications chapter. The meeting also includes updates on outreach efforts and various upcoming events regarding land use, green jobs, and residential efficiency.

• Review of Communications chapter final report
• Outreach progress update
• Updates on Residential Efficiency/Transportation event
• Updates on Land Use event
• Updates on Green Jobs Session II

The City-County Task Force on Climate and Economic Equity met virtually and approved the minutes from October 4, 2021 as written. Members discussed the need for a comprehensive communications chapter in final proposals, updated outreach efforts including Social Pinpoint and survey data collection, and received updates on various event leads. No formal policy decisions were made; the meeting focused on administrative and planning matters.

• Approved minutes from October 4, 2021 as written
• Discussed drafting a communications chapter for final proposals (no vote)
• Updated Social Pinpoint with two proposal summaries and Green Jobs video
• Extended video survey deadline by one week
• Switched to Google form for survey data entry due to Social Pinpoint limitations
• Noted Common Council approved $8M for climate projects, including $1M for modular housing and $2M for Green and Healthy Homes (numbers flagged for verification)

CITY-COUNTY ADVISORY BOARD ON CLIMATE AND ECONOMIC EQUITY

The Waste and Sustainable Consumption Work Group will review draft templates, slideshows, and shared documents for the remainder of 2021. The group may also discuss adding new members or consultants.

• Approval of October 4 meeting minutes
• Review of draft templates and slideshows
• Review of shared Google Drive documents
• Discussion regarding potential new work group members or consultants

The Waste and Sustainable Consumption Work Group of the Milwaukee City-County Task Force on Climate and Economic Equity met virtually and approved the minutes from its October 4 meeting. Members discussed refining a draft template and slides for the group's chapter of the climate plan, with a goal to complete the template by December 1 and present key ideas to the Common Council before year-end. The group also heard from a guest from Groundwork MKE about food rescue efforts and reviewed survey data on food waste reduction. No formal decisions were made beyond approving the minutes.

• Approved minutes of October 4, 2021 meeting (no objections)
• Set goal to complete chapter template by December 1, 2021
• Planned to prepare 2-3 slides highlighting key points for Common Council presentation

FINANCE & PERSONNEL COMMITTEE

The Finance & Personnel Committee will consider a substitute resolution regarding the appropriation of the remainder of the first tranche of American Rescue Plan Act funds. This item is sponsored by Ald. Johnson.

• Appropriation of the remainder of the first tranche of American Rescue Plan Act funds

The Finance & Personnel Committee approved ARPA Proposal 58, allocating $4.2 million for the new Martin Luther King Jr. branch library, and approved ARPA Omnibus Proposal 1G (as amended), which includes $43.5 million for affordable housing, $26 million for lead abatement, and other allocations. The committee also approved ARPA Proposal 47A for retroactive hazard pay (amended to $1.06 million) and ARPA Proposal 45A for an ARPA public survey. All remaining ARPA proposals were placed on file.

• Approved ARPA Proposal 58: $4.2M for MLK Jr. branch library construction (5-0)
• Approved ARPA Omnibus Proposal 1G: $43.5M for affordable housing, $26M for lead abatement, $15M for COVID response, and more (5-0)
• Approved $1.867M payment to MADACC for operating costs (4-1, Coggs no)
• Approved $9M allocation to Westlawn housing (4-1, Coggs no)
• Approved ARPA Proposal 47A: $1.06M for retroactive hazard pay for 1,456 workers (4-1, Kovac no)
• Approved ARPA Proposal 45A: $18,151 for ARPA public survey mailing (5-0)
• Placed all other remaining ARPA proposals on file (5-0)

FINANCE & PERSONNEL COMMITTEE

The committee is conducting hearings for the proposed 2022 budget. This includes reviewing communications from the Mayor concerning the Fire Department and the Fire and Police Commission.

• Proposed 2022 budget communication from the Mayor
• Fire Department budget hearing
• Fire and Police Commission budget hearing

The Finance & Personnel Committee held hearings on the proposed 2022 budget for the Fire Department and the Fire and Police Commission. No action was taken on either budget. The Fire and Police Commission budget was held to the call of the chair by a 5-0 vote.

• Fire Department 2022 budget heard, not acted on
• Fire and Police Commission 2022 budget heard, not acted on
• Fire and Police Commission budget held to call of the chair (5-0)

TRAVAUX INC. BOARD OF DIRECTORS

The Travaux Inc. Board of Directors is reviewing resolutions to approve construction manager contracts for several development projects. These include work on Westlawn Renaissance and Townhomes at Carver Park. The board will also review previous meeting minutes and receive a presidential report.

• $29.90 million contract for Westlawn Renaissance VII project
• $10.87 million contract for Westlawn Renaissance V project
• $5.35 million contract for Townhomes at Carver Park rehabilitation
• Approval of September 16, 2021 meeting minutes

The Travaux Inc. Board of Directors approved three construction manager contracts totaling about $46.12 million for housing rehabilitation projects, all with 9-0 votes. The board also approved the minutes from the September 16, 2021 meeting. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved $5.35M contract with Carver Park LLC for Townhomes at Carver Park rehabilitation (9-0)
• Approved $10.87M contract with Westlawn Renaissance V LLC for Westlawn Renaissance V project (9-0)
• Approved $29.90M contract with Westlawn Renaissance VII LLC for Westlawn Renaissance VII project (9-0)
• Approved minutes of September 16, 2021 meeting (9-0)

FINANCE & PERSONNEL COMMITTEE

The committee is conducting hearings regarding the Mayor's proposed 2022 budget. The agenda includes budget discussions for several Department of Public Works divisions and the Milwaukee Public Library.

• 2022 budget hearing for DPW Administrative Services
• 2022 budget hearing for DPW Sanitation
• 2022 budget hearing for DPW Fleet Services
• 2022 budget hearing for DPW Forestry
• 2022 budget hearing for Milwaukee Public Library

The Finance & Personnel Committee reviewed proposed 2022 budgets for several Department of Public Works divisions (Administrative Services, Sanitation, Fleet Services, Forestry) and the Milwaukee Public Library. No budget was approved or denied; the library budget was held to the call of the chair, and the others were not acted on.

• Held 2022 Milwaukee Public Library budget to call of the chair (5-0)
• No action taken on DPW Administrative Services 2022 budget
• No action taken on DPW Sanitation 2022 budget
• No action taken on DPW Fleet Services 2022 budget
• No action taken on DPW Forestry 2022 budget

HOUSING AUTHORITY

The Housing Authority of the City of Milwaukee is reviewing several contract awards for major housing developments. These include construction management roles for Carver Park and Westlawn Renaissance projects. The board will also consider a resolution to sell vacant land on West Silver Spring Avenue.

• Contract award to Travaux, Inc. for Townhomes at Carver Park ($5.35 million)
• Contract award to Travaux, Inc. for Westlawn Renaissance V project ($10.87 million)
• Contract award to Travaux, Inc. for Westlawn Renaissance VII project ($29.90 million)
• Resolution to sell vacant land at 6001 West Silver Spring Avenue

The Housing Authority of the City of Milwaukee approved three construction manager contracts with Travaux, Inc. for the Townhomes at Carver Park Rehabilitation ($5.35M), Westlawn Renaissance V ($10.87M), and Westlawn Renaissance VII ($29.90M), all with not-to-exceed amounts. The board also held a resolution for the sale of vacant land at 6001 West Silver Spring Avenue until HUD approval is received. Minutes from the September 15, 2021 meeting were approved.

• Approved $5.35M contract to Travaux for Carver Park Townhomes (5-0)
• Approved $10.87M contract to Travaux for Westlawn Renaissance V (5-0)
• Approved $29.90M contract to Travaux for Westlawn Renaissance VII (5-0)
• Held resolution for sale of vacant land at 6001 W Silver Spring Ave pending HUD approval (5-0)
• Approved minutes of September 15, 2021 meeting (5-0)

CITY-COUNTY ADVISORY BOARD ON CLIMATE AND ECONOMIC EQUITY

The Green Buildings Work Group will review recommendation language for residential retrofits and updates to commercial building recommendations. The meeting also includes a presentation from City of Indianapolis staff regarding their Commercial Benchmarking Ordinance.

• Approval of September 29, 2021, meeting minutes
• Review of Residential Retrofit recommendation language
• Review of updates to Commercial Buildings recommendations
• Presentation on Indianapolis's Commercial Benchmarking Ordinance

The Green Buildings Work Group approved the minutes from the September 29, 2021 meeting with one amendment. Members reviewed and discussed recommendations for residential retrofits and commercial building emissions, with plans to submit summaries to the report-drafting expert. No formal decisions were made on the recommendations themselves.

• Approved minutes from 9.29.21 meeting as amended (motion by Evans/Kalkman, no objections)
• Reviewed residential retrofit recommendation summary; to be submitted to report-drafting expert
• Reviewed commercial buildings recommendations; Nino to revise emissions reduction targets language
• Discussed benchmarking and performance targets for commercial buildings; to reflect starting with benchmarking first

COMMON COUNCIL

The Common Council is reviewing several ordinances and resolutions, including new parking and traffic controls. The meeting also addresses funding for public works projects and the creation of a department of emergency communications. Additionally, members will consider various real estate returns and grant acceptances.

• $2,743,000 for various public improvements
• Ordinance to create a department of emergency communications
• Resolution to vacate South 3rd Street north of West Lincoln Avenue
• $500,000 appropriation from the Contingent Fund to the Damages & Claims Fund
• Ordinances regarding parking and traffic controls

The Common Council unanimously approved a substitute resolution allocating American Rescue Plan Act funds for housing rehabilitation. The council also passed ordinances on downspout disconnection, storm water waivers, employee wages, and created a department of emergency communications. Several licenses were renewed with suspensions, and multiple property returns and claims were approved.

• Approved ARPA fund allocation for housing rehabilitation (Resolution 210967, Substitute 2).
• Passed ordinance on downspout disconnection requirements (210649).
• Passed ordinance on storm water management plan waivers (210764).
• Passed ordinance creating a department of emergency communications (210845).
• Passed substitute ordinance on employee wages, benefits, and regulations (210813).
• Approved license renewals with suspensions for La Pasadita Bar LLC and 31 Petro Mart LLC.
• Approved return of real estate to former owners at multiple properties.
• Approved $25,000 claim payment to Brad Bratel.

MILWAUKEE ARTS BOARD

The scheduled meeting of the Milwaukee Arts Board for October 12, 2021, was cancelled. No agenda items were provided for discussion or decision.

MILWAUKEE ARTS BOARD PUBLIC ART SUBCOMMITTEE

The scheduled meeting for the Milwaukee Arts Board Public Art Subcommittee on October 12, 2021, has been cancelled. No agenda items were listed for discussion or decision.

FINANCE & PERSONNEL COMMITTEE

The committee will hold hearings regarding the Mayor's proposed 2022 budget. The meeting also includes a resolution to adopt the 2022 budget for the Redevelopment Authority of the City of Milwaukee.

• Communication from the Mayor regarding the proposed 2022 budget
• Resolution relating to the adoption of the proposed 2022 budget for the Redevelopment Authority of the City of Milwaukee

The Finance & Personnel Committee reviewed proposed 2022 budgets for the Port, Board of Zoning Appeals (BOZA), and Department of City Development, but took no action on them. The committee voted to hold the DCD budget and the Redevelopment Authority of the City of Milwaukee (RACM) budget to the call of the chair, meaning they were not approved or denied at this meeting.

• Held 2022 DCD budget to call of the chair (4-0, Kovac excused)
• Held 2022 RACM budget resolution to call of the chair (4-0, Kovac excused)

BOARD OF CITY SERVICE COMMISSIONERS

The Board of City Service Commissioners will review meeting minutes and proposed 2022 meeting dates. The Commission will also consider extensions for two temporary appointments within the Department of Public Works. Additionally, the board will receive a report on a discharge appeal decision and an introduction to a rule change regarding employee conduct expectations.

• Introduction of a proposed change to City Service Rule XIV, Section 12 (q)
• Extension of temporary appointment for Jason Otto, Water Quality Operations Manager
• Extension of temporary appointment for Antara Terry, Human Resources Assistant
• Report on the findings and decision from the Louis Jones discharge appeal hearing

The Board of City Service Commissioners approved minutes from September 28, 2021, and the proposed 2022 meeting schedule. It approved extensions of temporary appointments for Jason Otto (Water Quality Operations Manager) and Antara Terry (Human Resources Assistant), with Otto's end date changed to February 8, 2021. The board also approved the findings and decision upholding the discharge appeal for Mr. Louis Jones, and granted initial approval to a proposed clarification of City Service Rule XIV, Section 12 (q), which will be considered for final approval on October 26, 2021.

• Approved minutes from September 28, 2021 meeting (3-0)
• Approved proposed 2022 meeting schedule (3-0)
• Approved extension of temporary appointment for Jason Otto, with end date changed to February 8, 2021 (3-0)
• Approved extension of temporary appointment for Antara Terry (3-0)
• Approved findings and decision upholding discharge appeal for Mr. Louis Jones (3-0)
• Granted initial approval to clarification of Rule XIV, Sec. 12(q), held for final approval on 10.26.21 (3-0)

LICENSES COMMITTEE

The Licenses Committee will consider a motion relating to the committee's recommendations for licenses. The agenda does not list specific license types or applicants.

• Motion relating to the recommendations of the Licenses Committee relating to licenses

The Licenses Committee voted 3-0 to approve a motion relating to license recommendations, with amendments to specific applications. The committee approved the amended application for Punch Bowl Social, the amended renewal for Lennix Towing Services, and issued a warning letter for several license applications. The overall file was recommended for approval.

• Approved amended Punch Bowl Social license application (3-0)
• Approved amended Lennix Towing Services renewal (3-0)
• Issued warning letter for multiple license applications (3-0)
• Recommended file #210597 for approval (3-0)

HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION

The Milwaukee Historic Preservation Commission is holding public hearings to consider several requests for Certificates of Appropriateness across various historic districts. Proposed projects include masonry work, storefront alterations, and a rooftop solar energy system. The commission will also review several staff-approved maintenance items.

• Chimney reconstruction and dormer re-cladding at 2640 N. Lake Drive
• Masonry garage construction at the MacLaren House, 3230 E. Kenwood Boulevard
• Storefront and entry stair alterations at 1216 E. Brady Street
• Rooftop solar energy system installation at 836 N. 34th Street
• Walkway and stair repairs for properties on N. 33rd Street

The Historic Preservation Commission approved 15 Certificates of Appropriateness (COAs) for various property alterations, including a masonry garage, storefront changes, window replacements, and repairs. Two COA requests were held in committee for further review: one for mothball status at 322 W. State St. and one for chimney work at 2640 N. Lake Dr. One application was withdrawn. All votes were unanimous (5-0) with one member excused.

• Approved COA for masonry garage at 3230 E. Kenwood Blvd (5-0)
• Approved COA for storefront and stair alterations at 1216 E. Brady St (5-0)
• Approved COA for window replacement at 608 N. Broadway (5-0)
• Approved COA for rooftop solar at 836 N. 34th St (5-0)
• Approved COA for rear balcony sunroom at 2571 N. Grant Blvd (5-0)
• Approved COAs for walkway/stair repairs at 1009-1021 N 33rd St (5-0)
• Held COA for mothball status at 322 W. State St for 30 days (5-0)
• Held COA for chimney reconstruction at 2640 N. Lake Dr (5-0)

FINANCE & PERSONNEL COMMITTEE

The Finance & Personnel Committee is conducting hearings regarding the proposed 2022 city budget. This includes a communication from the Mayor, with a focus on the Police Department.

• Mayor's communication regarding the proposed 2022 budget
• Police Department budget discussion

The Finance & Personnel Committee reviewed the proposed 2022 Police Department budget but did not act on it. A motion to hold the budget until the chair calls for it was approved unanimously (5-0). No other substantive decisions were made.

• Held 2022 Police Department budget to call of the chair (5-0)

CITY-COUNTY ADVISORY BOARD ON CLIMATE AND ECONOMIC EQUITY

The City-County Task Force on Climate and Economic Equity will receive updates on the status of ARPA funding and progress regarding Chapter Template drafting. The meeting also includes sharing community feedback and approving minutes from May, June, and September 2021 meetings.

• Approval of May, June, and September 2021 meeting minutes
• Update on the status of ARPA funding
• Reports on progress of Chapter Template drafting
• Sharing of feedback from the community

The City-County Task Force on Climate and Economic Equity met virtually, approved prior meeting minutes, and received presentations from MMSD on the Greater Milwaukee Watershed Reforestation Program and from SEWRPC on environmental corridors. No formal decisions were made; the chapter template and community feedback items were tabled.

• Approved minutes of 5/24/21, 6/7/21, 6/21/21 and 9/13/21 meetings
• Tabled reports on Chapter Template drafting
• Tabled sharing of community feedback

SAFETY AND CIVIC COMMISSION

The commission will review minutes from the June 14, 2021 meeting. The agenda includes reports from five subcommittees and a report from the Safety Division Manager. No specific ordinances or contracts are listed for decision.

• Approval of June 14, 2021 minutes
• Reports from five subcommittees
• Report from Safety Division Manager Lishunda Patterson

FINANCE & PERSONNEL COMMITTEE

The Finance & Personnel Committee is conducting hearings regarding the Mayor's proposed 2022 budget. The agenda includes discussions on Department of Public Works funds for infrastructure, sewer maintenance, transportation, and water.

• Mayor's communication regarding the proposed 2022 budget
• DPW Infrastructure funding
• DPW Sewer Maintenance Fund
• DPW Transportation funding
• DPW Water funding

The Finance & Personnel Committee reviewed multiple 2022 budget proposals for DPW divisions (Infrastructure, Sewer Maintenance, Transportation, and Water Works) but took no action on them. The Water Works budget was held to the call of the chair by a 4-0 vote, with Ald. Zamarripa excused. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Held DPW Water Works 2022 budget to call of the chair (4-0, Zamarripa excused)
• No action taken on DPW Infrastructure 2022 budget
• No action taken on DPW Sewer Maintenance Fund 2022 budget
• No action taken on DPW Transportation 2022 budget

BOARD OF HEALTH

The Milwaukee Board of Health will hold a virtual meeting featuring presentations on STIs and communications from the Health Commissioner. Members will also discuss the Lead Program, DHS 140 certification, and branch collaborations within the health department. The board will also welcome new member Dr. Domonique Weathers.

• Introduction of new board member Dr. Domonique Weathers
• STI update presentation by Dr. Paradis
• Discussion of DHS 140 certification
• Lead Program discussion
• Milwaukee Health Department branch collaboration updates

The Board of Health met virtually and received updates from Commissioner Kirsten Johnson on the COVID-19 pandemic response, including vaccination rates and access plans, and from Deputy Commissioner Dr. Paradis on the 2021-22 STI plan. The board did not approve the September 2, 2021 minutes; a motion was made to approve the September and October minutes at next month's meeting. The meeting was called to order at 5:40 pm and adjourned at 7:37 pm.

• Delayed approval of September 2, 2021 meeting minutes until next month's meeting.
• Heard a COVID-19 update from Commissioner Johnson on vaccination rates and access.
• Heard a 2021-22 STI update from Deputy Commissioner Dr. Paradis.
• Assigned board members to Milwaukee Health Department branches for collaboration.

FINANCE & PERSONNEL COMMITTEE

The Finance & Personnel Committee is conducting hearings regarding the proposed 2022 budget. This session includes a communication from the Mayor concerning the Health Department.

• Communication from the Mayor regarding the proposed 2022 budget for the Health Department

The Finance & Personnel Committee reviewed the proposed 2022 Health Department budget but took no action on it. The budget was held to the call of the chair, meaning it was tabled for future consideration. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Held 2022 Health Department budget to call of the chair (5-0)

FIRE AND POLICE COMMISSION

The Commission will interview Acting Chief Jeffrey B. Norman for the role of Police Chief. The agenda also includes reviews of several police standard operating procedures, including policies on use of force and body worn cameras. Additionally, the board will consider various personnel appointments and probationary extensions.

• Interview with Acting Chief Jeffrey B. Norman for Police Chief position
• Amendments to police procedures regarding use of force and body worn cameras
• Approval of school crossing guard appointments
• Recruitment request for an Intelligence Manager position
• Probationary extension requests for firefighters, lieutenants, sergeants, and detectives

The Milwaukee Fire and Police Commission interviewed Acting Chief Jeffrey B. Norman for the Chief of Police position and adopted several resolutions, including amendments to police standard operating procedures and approvals of personnel appointments and probationary extensions. All votes were unanimous, with Commissioner Cocroft excused from most items. The commission also approved the September 16, 2021 meeting minutes and other consent agenda items.

• Interviewed Acting Chief Jeffrey B. Norman for Chief of Police position
• Adopted resolution to amend SOP-Sensitive Crimes Division (7-0)
• Adopted resolution to amend SOP 001-Fair and Impartial Policing (6-0, Cocroft excused)
• Adopted resolution to amend SOP 085-Citizen Contacts, Field Interviews, Search and Seizure (6-0, Cocroft excused)
• Adopted resolution to amend SOP 220-Arrest Authority (6-0, Cocroft excused)
• Adopted resolution to amend SOP 450-Personal Investigations (6-0, Cocroft excused)
• Adopted resolution to amend SOP 460-Use of Force (6-0, Cocroft excused)
• Adopted resolution to amend SOP 082-Training and Career Development (6-0, Cocroft excused)

COMMUNITY COLLABORATIVE COMMISSION

The Community Collaborative Commission will vote to approve a statement regarding the latest CJI report. The meeting also includes a communication about the commission's activities during 2020 and 2021.

• Approval of CCC statement on the latest CJI report
• Communication relating to the 2020/2021 activities of the Commission

The Community Collaborative Commission approved a statement on the latest Court-ordered settlement report, supporting an extension of the settlement agreement due to MPD non-compliance and opposing any modifications, including discontinuing Citizen Contact Cards. The statement also calls for community outreach to educate citizens about the settlement and the cards. The motion passed without objection.

• Approved statement on CJI report supporting settlement extension and opposing modifications (unanimous)
• Approved sending statement to Mayor's Office, media, FPC, commissioners, Common Council, and MPD

EQUAL RIGHTS COMMISSION

The Outreach and Education Committee will meet to elect a new chair. The committee will also discuss upcoming October "Lunch & Learn" sessions and review subcommittee reports.

• Election of New Outreach and Education Chair
• Planning for October 14th or 21st Lunch & Learn sessions
• Community Outreach Toolkit report
• IHRD subcommittee report

FINANCE & PERSONNEL COMMITTEE

The Finance & Personnel Committee will review the Mayor's Task Force report on the City pension system. The meeting includes discussions on salary ordinance amendments and funding for damages and claims. Members will also consider the creation of a department of emergency communications.

• $500,000 appropriation to the Damages & Claims Fund
• $900,000 in contingent borrowing for damages and claims
• Mayor's Task Force report on the City pension system
• Ordinance regarding a new department of emergency communications
• Salary ordinance amendments for DPW and Health Department roles

The Finance & Personnel Committee recommended passage of an ordinance to create a Department of Emergency Communications, and recommended adoption of resolutions to fund home visiting and preventive health grants, allocate $500,000 for damages and claims, and authorize $900,000 in contingent borrowing. It also recommended passage of ordinances on employee wages, benefits, and volunteer activities, and a resolution to report on the COVID-19 vaccination mandate's effect on city employment. Several communications were placed on file or held, and the pension system task force report was referred to the Steering & Rules Committee.

• Recommended passage of ordinance creating Department of Emergency Communications (5-0)
• Recommended adoption of $500,000 transfer to Damages & Claims Fund (5-0)
• Recommended adoption of $900,000 contingent borrowing for damages and claims (5-0)
• Recommended adoption of 2021-2022 Family Foundations Home Visiting Grant (4-0, Zamarripa excused)
• Recommended adoption of 2021-2022 Preventive Health Grant (5-0)
• Recommended passage of ordinance on employee volunteer activities (5-0)
• Recommended adoption of resolution on COVID-19 vaccination mandate reporting (5-0)
• Referred pension system task force report to Steering & Rules Committee (5-0)

FINANCE & PERSONNEL COMMITTEE

The committee is conducting hearings regarding the Mayor's proposed 2022 budget. These sessions include communications related to the Mayor’s Office, Municipal Court, Deferred Compensation, and the Employees’ Retirement System.

• Communication from the Mayor regarding the proposed 2022 budget
• Budget hearings for the Mayor's Office, Municipal Court, Deferred Compensation, and Employees' Retirement System

The Finance & Personnel Committee held a 2022 budget hearing for four city departments. The Employes' Retirement System (ERS) budget was held to the call of the chair on a 5-0 vote. The Mayor's Office, Municipal Court, and Deferred Compensation budgets were presented but not acted on.

• Held 2022 Employes' Retirement System budget to call of the chair (5-0)
• No action taken on Mayor's Office 2022 budget
• No action taken on Municipal Court 2022 budget
• No action taken on Deferred Compensation 2022 budget

EQUAL RIGHTS COMMISSION

The Communications Committee is reviewing priority activities from its Strategic Plan and discussing events outreach. The committee will also consider reconvening commission meetings in person and elect a Vice Chair.

• Logo update
• Priority activities from Strategic Plan
• Events outreach
• Consideration of reconvening in-person commission meetings
• Committee Vice Chair Election

ZONING, NEIGHBORHOODS & DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE

The committee will hold a public hearing regarding Resolution 210395. This item concerns the retroactive approval of EIFS installation on the north wall of the Grand Avenue Club in the East Side Commercial Historic District.

• Public hearing for retroactive approval of EIFS installation at 210 E. Michigan Street

The committee voted 4-0 to grant the appeal of the Certificate of Appropriateness, retroactively approving the EIFS installation on the north wall at 210 E. Michigan Street in the East Side Commercial Historic District. The substitute resolution was recommended for adoption. Ald. Coggs was excused.

• Granted appeal of Certificate of Appropriateness for EIFS installation at 210 E. Michigan St. (4-0)
• Recommended substitute resolution for adoption (4-0)

FINANCE & PERSONNEL COMMITTEE

The Finance & Personnel Committee is conducting hearings regarding the proposed 2022 city budget. The scheduled reviews include the Department of Neighborhood Services and the Department of Employee Relations.

• Mayor's communication regarding the proposed 2022 budget
• Budget hearing: Dept. of Neighborhood Services
• Budget hearing: Dept. of Employee Relations

The Finance & Personnel Committee held budget hearings for the Departments of Neighborhood Services and Employee Relations. No action was taken on either proposed 2022 budget. The Employee Relations budget was held to the call of the chair.

• Held the Department of Employee Relations 2022 budget to the call of the chair (motion by Ald. Kovac, passed 5-0).
• Took no action on the Department of Neighborhood Services 2022 budget.

CITY-COUNTY ADVISORY BOARD ON CLIMATE AND ECONOMIC EQUITY

The Transportation and Mobility Work Group is meeting to review minutes and discuss next steps for drafting proposals. The agenda includes a discussion regarding funding proposals from the Public Transportation Subgroup.

• Review and approval of minutes
• Discussion of funding proposals from the Public Transportation Subgroup
• Next steps for revisiting proposals and drafting

JUDICIARY & LEGISLATION COMMITTEE

The committee will consider resolutions regarding property damage appeals and claims. The agenda also includes the return of several real estate properties to former owners. Additionally, members will discuss legislative bills related to arrest protocols and fentanyl testing strips.

• Claim of Terrence Gorzalski ($68,650.85)
• Property damage appeal for Eanda Boyd ($48,035.00)
• Payment of claim for Brad Bratel ($25,000)
• Decriminalizing fentanyl testing strips (LRB-4726)
• Return of real estate at 4554 N. 24th Street to Debra Thompson

The Judiciary & Legislation Committee voted unanimously to recommend denial of four property damage appeals (Dawn Peterson, Eanda Boyd, Terrence Gorzalski, Sunday Troupe, Cecil Brewer) and to hold two appeals (Peterson, Boyd) for further clarification. It also recommended approval of a $25,000 claim payment to Brad Bratel and the return of six properties to former owners, with conditions for some. All votes were 5-0.

• Held appeal of Dawn Peterson for property damage (5-0)
• Held appeal of Eanda Boyd for property damage (5-0)
• Recommended disallowance of Terrence Gorzalski claim (5-0)
• Recommended disallowance of Sunday Troupe appeal (5-0)
• Recommended disallowance of Cecil Brewer appeal (5-0)
• Recommended adoption of $25,000 payment to Brad Bratel (5-0)
• Recommended return of real estate at 4554 N. 24th St. to Debra Thompson (5-0)
• Recommended return of real estate at 5451 N. 51st Blvd. to Alpacino K. Banyard, with $246 owed to municipal court due by Oct 11 (5-0)

FINANCE & PERSONNEL COMMITTEE

The Finance & Personnel Committee is conducting hearings for the 2022 budget. The agenda includes a communication from the Mayor regarding proposed budgets for the Department of Administration, Election Commission, and Assessor’s Office.

• Communication from the Mayor relating to the proposed 2022 budget

The Finance & Personnel Committee reviewed the proposed 2022 budget for the Department of Administration, Election Commission, and Assessor's Office, but took no action on any of them. A motion to hold the Assessor's Office budget until the call of the chair prevailed unanimously (5-0). The other budgets were not acted on.

• Held Assessor's Office 2022 budget to call of the chair (5-0)
• No action taken on Department of Administration 2022 budget
• No action taken on Election Commission 2022 budget

COMMON COUNCIL

The Milwaukee Common Council is conducting a joint public hearing regarding the Mayor's proposed 2022 Executive Budget. Residents may provide oral testimony by registering in advance or submit written comments through the City’s eComment system.

• Public hearing on the Mayor's Proposed 2022 Executive Budget

The Common Council convened a joint public hearing on the Mayor's Proposed 2022 Executive Budget. The meeting was called to order at 6:47 p.m., included the Pledge of Allegiance and a moment of silence, and adjourned at 8:31 p.m. No formal decisions were made; the hearing was for public input, with comments recorded in Council File 210001 and eComments in File 210888.

• Held joint public hearing on the Mayor's Proposed 2022 Executive Budget
• Adjourned the meeting at 8:31 p.m.

SISTER CITIES COMMITTEE

The Sister Cities Committee will discuss and review recommendations for the Mayor's 2022 proposed budget regarding sister cities programs and activities. The meeting also includes reviewing previous meeting minutes and setting future meeting dates.

• Review of the Mayor's 2022 proposed budget related to sister cities program and activities

The Sister Cities Committee approved a motion to pursue a City budget amendment of up to $20,000 to improve sister city activities, including staffing, programming, and marketing. The motion also includes pursuing an internship or federal work study opportunity with UW-Milwaukee or a local university, and engaging VISIT Milwaukee as a partner. The chair will develop the amendment with the Legislative Reference Bureau.

• Approved motion to pursue up to $20,000 budget amendment for sister cities (no objection)
• Approved pursuing internship or federal work study with UW-Milwaukee or local university
• Approved engaging VISIT Milwaukee as a partner
• Approved previous meeting minutes from September 22, 2021

CITY-COUNTY ADVISORY BOARD ON CLIMATE AND ECONOMIC EQUITY

The City-County Task Force on Climate and Economic Equity is reviewing the final report's communications chapter and receiving outreach updates. The meeting also includes progress reports from various event leads regarding land use, green jobs, and residential efficiency.

• Review of Communications chapter final report
• Outreach update
• Updates on Residential Efficiency/Transportation event lead
• Updates on Land Use event lead
• Updates on Green Jobs Session II

The Education and Outreach Work Group of the City-County Task Force on Climate and Economic Equity met virtually and approved the minutes from August 20, 2021. Members discussed final report communications, outreach updates, and event planning, including the Green Jobs event and survey data entry. No major policy decisions were made; the meeting focused on administrative and planning matters.

• Approved minutes from August 20, 2021
• McAlister and Evans to draft outline of key points for each chapter section of final report
• Kanthi to send NSP folder for transfer to Shared Drive
• Evans to send email with Green Jobs event video link once Constant Contact access is restored
• McAlister and Evans to explore entering paper survey results into Social Pinpoint

CITY-COUNTY ADVISORY BOARD ON CLIMATE AND ECONOMIC EQUITY

The City-County Task Force on Climate and Economic Equity will review minutes from the June 21 meeting. The agenda also includes addressing changes in leadership and membership, alongside planning work for the remainder of 2021.

• Approval of June 21 meeting minutes
• Change of leadership to Co-Chairs Bruce Wiggins and Erick Shambarger
• Review of 2021 work products including templates and slideshows
• Discussion of public engagement and shared document review

The Waste and Sustainable Consumption work group of the City-County Task Force on Climate and Economic Equity met virtually and approved the minutes from its June 21 meeting. The group discussed plans to complete a chapter template and a short slideshow to present to the Common Council before year-end, and reviewed several waste-reduction strategies including composting, food waste reduction, and a reusable container program. No formal policy decisions were made; actions were limited to assigning follow-up tasks and scheduling reviews.

• Approved minutes of June 21, 2021 meeting (motion by Zimmerman, no objections)
• Set goal to complete chapter template and 2-3 slide slideshow ASAP
• Assigned Longshore to draft slides and send to group
• Assigned Wiggins to distribute draft template and place in shared Google Drive
• Assigned Baehman to send reusable container background info to Jedibudiah
• Assigned Jedibudiah to discuss reusable container concept with Plastic Free MKE
• Assigned Wiggins to place household organics pilot report in Google Drive
• Assigned Longshore to furnish budget analysis for organics expansion to Wiggins

FINANCE & PERSONNEL COMMITTEE

The Finance & Personnel Committee will conduct hearings regarding the Mayor's proposed 2022 budget. The session includes overviews of capital improvements, city revenue, and debt. Presentations from the City Attorney, Treasurer, Comptroller, and City Clerk are also scheduled.

• Proposed 2022 budget overview
• Capital improvement overview
• City revenue and debt review
• Grant & Aid Fund presentation
• Tax Stabilization Fund presentation

The Finance & Personnel Committee held hearings on the proposed 2022 budget, receiving overviews from multiple departments including Budget, Capital Improvements, City Attorney, Treasurer, Comptroller, and City Clerk. No budget items were acted on; the only formal action was a motion to hold the City Clerk's budget until the call of the chair, which passed unanimously.

• Held City Clerk's 2022 budget to call of the chair (5-0)
• No action taken on 2022 proposed budget overview
• No action taken on Capital Improvement overview
• No action taken on City Revenue/City Debt overview
• No action taken on Grant & Aid Fund overview
• No action taken on CC Contingent Fund overview
• No action taken on Tax Stabilization Fund discussion
• No action taken on City Attorney, Treasurer, or Comptroller budgets

PUBLIC SAFETY AND HEALTH COMMITTEE

The Public Safety and Health Committee is reviewing updates on COVID-19 response and violence prevention initiatives. The agenda also includes discussions regarding police community service officers and the acceptance of several health and fire department grants.

• Ordinances relating to parking and traffic controls
• Update on COVID-19 pandemic response from Milwaukee Health Department
• Appointment of Deborah Black to the Milwaukee Commission on Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault
• Agreement for Fire Department equipment sharing with area departments
• Communication regarding Milwaukee Police Department Community Service Officers

The Public Safety and Health Committee voted unanimously (4-0) to recommend passage of ordinances relating to parking controls and traffic controls. It also recommended confirmation of Deborah Black to the Milwaukee Commission on Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault, and recommended adoption of resolutions for fire department equipment sharing and two state grants. The committee held several items, including a COVID-19 update and a communication on Community Service Officers, to the call of the chair.

• Recommended passage of parking controls ordinance (4-0)
• Recommended passage of traffic controls ordinance (4-0)
• Held COVID-19 update from Milwaukee Health Department to call of chair (4-0)
• Recommended placing on file update from Office of Violence Prevention (4-0)
• Recommended confirmation of Deborah Black to Commission on Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault (4-0)
• Recommended adoption of fire department equipment sharing agreement (4-0)
• Recommended adoption and assignment of Family Foundations Home Visiting Grant to Finance & Personnel Committee (4-0)
• Recommended adoption and assignment of Preventive Health Grant to Finance & Personnel Committee (4-0)

COMMUNITY & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE

The committee will review resolutions regarding the acceptance of federal and state emergency rent assistance funds. It will also consider appointments to Business Improvement Districts and a grant for preventing domestic and sexual violence. Additionally, the agenda includes approving 2022 operating plans for Neighborhood Improvement Districts.

• Acceptance of Treasury and State of Wisconsin Emergency Rent Assistance 2 Funds
• Acceptance of Community Development Block Grant Coronavirus Relief Funds
• Office of Violence Against Women grant for domestic violence prevention
• Approval of 2022 Operating Plans for Neighborhood Improvement Districts
• Renewal of sister city relationship with Bomet County, Kenya

The Community & Economic Development Committee recommended for adoption the Year 2022 Funding Allocation Plan, along with several other resolutions including the renewal of the sister city relationship with Bomet County, Kenya, and the acceptance of emergency rent assistance funds. The committee also recommended confirmation of Pete Pacetti to Business Improvement District #15, and placed on file communications regarding eviction abatement funds and an OVW grant. Appointments for Shane McAdams and David Emmerich were held to the call of the chair.

• Recommended for adoption the Year 2022 Funding Allocation Plan (4-0)
• Recommended for adoption the renewal of sister city relationship with Bomet County, Kenya (4-0)
• Recommended for adoption the acceptance of USDT Emergency Rent Assistance 2 Funds (4-0)
• Recommended for adoption the acceptance of State of Wisconsin Emergency Rent Assistance 2 Funds (4-0)
• Recommended for adoption the acceptance of State of Wisconsin CDBG Coronavirus Relief Funds (4-0)
• Recommended for confirmation Pete Pacetti to BID #15 (4-0)
• Held to call of chair the reappointment of Shane McAdams to BID #4 (4-0)
• Held to call of chair the appointment of David Emmerich to BID #26 (4-0)

CITY-COUNTY ADVISORY BOARD ON CLIMATE AND ECONOMIC EQUITY

The City-County Task Force on Climate and Economic Equity will discuss Infrastructure Bill and ARPA funding. The meeting includes discussions regarding electric vehicles and climate plans with WE Energies. Members will also review work group updates and the creation of a renewable energy tariff.

• Discussion on Infrastructure Bill and ARPA funding
• Discussion on creation of a tariff for renewable energy
• Discussion on climate plans with WE Energies
• Discussion on electric vehicles

The City-County Task Force on Climate and Economic Equity reviewed work group updates and approved minutes. The Jobs and Equity work group finalized a $2.7 million clean energy package to be presented to the Common Council, with a possible Finance and Personnel Committee hearing on October 15. Several work group membership changes were approved, including adding Freida Webb and Erick Shambarger as co-chair of Waste and Sustainability. No formal votes were taken on policy items; discussions covered ARPA funding, renewable energy tariffs, and electric vehicles.

• Approved minutes of September 1, 2021 (no objections)
• Added Freida Webb to Green Buildings work group (no objections)
• Added Erick Shambarger as co-chair of Waste and Sustainability work group (no objections)
• Renamed Land Use work group to 'Nature in the City' (no objections)

CITY-COUNTY ADVISORY BOARD ON CLIMATE AND ECONOMIC EQUITY

The Green Buildings Work Group will continue its review of the Gut Rehab Analysis and discuss the Green Box concept. The group will also examine recommendation language for residential retrofits and updates to commercial building recommendations.

• Approval of September 1 and September 15, 2021 meeting minutes
• Review of Gut Rehab Analysis and Green Box concept
• Review of Residential Retrofit recommendation language
• Review of updates to Commercial Buildings recommendations

The Green Buildings Work Group approved the minutes from its 9/1/21 and 9/15/21 meetings, with an amendment adding Rob Zimmerman to the 9/15 attendance list. Members discussed a gut rehab analysis, including estimated costs of $50,000 for a duplex and $45,000 for a single-family home, and considered demolition versus rehab on a case-by-case basis. No formal decisions were made on the retrofit or commercial benchmarking items; these remain under discussion.

• Approved minutes from 9/1/21 and 9/15/21 meetings, as amended (no objections)
• Discussed gut rehab analysis and Green Box concept; no action taken
• Reviewed residential retrofit recommendation language; no vote
• Reviewed updates to Commercial Buildings recommendations; no vote

LICENSES COMMITTEE

The committee will consider a motion regarding the recommendations of the Licenses Committee relating to licenses. The provided agenda does not contain specific details regarding the subject matter of this motion.

• Motion 210597 relating to license recommendations

The Milwaukee Licenses Committee met on September 28, 2021, and voted on numerous license applications. The committee approved most applications, often with amendments or warning letters, denied two applications (The Heliodore and Hometown at 3381 N 35th St), and held several others for further review or neighborhood meetings. The meeting included testimony from applicants, neighbors, and alderpersons.

• Approved licenses for On Tap, Orilla, Trinity Three Irish Pubs, Dead Bird Brewing, Yacks on Richards, Milwaukee Harley Davidson, Timmerman Petro Mart, Walgreens, T&H Discount Mart, Lisbon Liquor and Food Mart, The LaFayette Place, Nashville North, Thurmans 15, Kamal Food Mart, Twisted Path Distillery, Alliance Transportation, Amorsito, The Stone, Sabor Tropical (amended to remove bands), Scrap America, and others (4-0 or 3-0)
• Denied license for The Heliodore (3-0, Ald. Coggs excused)
• Denied license for Hometown at 3381 N 35th St (3-0-1, Ald. Coggs abstaining)
• Held licenses for Insomnia Cookies, Family Dollar #29418, Gladys Treats, El Sazon de Jalisco, Penthouse Lounge, AJ Auto Sales, 24/7 Gas & Food Mart, Clark On National, Hometown at 108 W Howard Av, Taco Bell #31507, and others
• Approved with 30-day suspension for RS LLC (Filling Station, Food Dealer, Weights & Measures) and nonrenewal of Extended Hours license (4-0)
• Approved with 20-day suspension for La Pasadita Bar (4-0)
• Approved with 10-day suspension for GPC (4-0)
• Approved with warning letters for Tip Top Foods, Diamond Star Towing, Gene's Unicorn Pub II, 13th Pour, Still Shakers, Brother Petrol, and others (4-0)

BOARD OF CITY SERVICE COMMISSIONERS

The Board of City Service Commissioners will review several personnel matters, including requests for temporary appointment extensions and a position re-exemption. The agenda also includes a discharge appeal hearing for an operations driver worker from the Department of Public Works.

• Discharge appeal hearing for Louis Jones, DPW Operations Driver Worker
• Re-exemption request for Certification Communications Coordinator position
• Temporary appointment extension for Erik Munson, Milwaukee Health Department
• Temporary appointment extensions for Katlin Galonski, Milwaukee Water Works

The Board of City Service Commissioners approved all agenda items unanimously (4-0), including the discharge appeal of Louis Jones, an Operations Driver Worker with DPW, upholding the department's decision. The board also approved meeting minutes, a library reinstatement, several temporary appointment extensions, and a position re-exemption.

• Approved minutes of September 14, 2021 meeting (4-0)
• Approved reinstatement of Lizzy Lowrey to Milwaukee Public Library (4-0)
• Approved two retroactive temporary appointment extensions for Katlin Galonski (4-0)
• Approved retroactive temporary appointment extension for Erik Munson (4-0)
• Approved temporary appointment extension for David Lawrence (4-0)
• Approved re-exemption of Certification Communications Coordinator position (4-0)
• Upheld discharge of Louis Jones, Operations Driver Worker, DPW (4-0)

EQUAL RIGHTS COMMISSION

The commission is reviewing minutes from a September 21 meeting regarding the ERC Communications Toolkit. Members will also brainstorm message formats and discuss other toolkit considerations and work assignments.

• Review of 9/21 meeting minutes regarding ERC Communications Toolkit
• Brainstorming message formats for ERC Communications Toolkit
• Discussion of other ERC Communications Toolkit considerations and work assignments

PUBLIC WORKS COMMITTEE

The Public Works Committee will consider resolutions for various public improvements totaling an estimated $574,000. The agenda also includes discussions on bus stop locations and the potential vacation of South 3rd Street.

• $574,000 for various public improvements with $20,000 in engineering costs
• Resolution to vacate South 3rd Street north of West Lincoln Avenue
• Acceptance of a bicycle rack donation from the Chris Kegel Foundation, Inc.
• Ordinances regarding traffic calming and storm water management plan waivers
• Grants for Net Zero Energy Home Financing and aluminum recycling projects

The Public Works Committee recommended adoption of a substitute resolution for various assessable public improvements, increasing the total estimated cost from $574,000 to $2,743,000 with engineering costs of $152,000. The committee also recommended approval of several other items, including bus stop location changes, a street vacation, a bicycle rack donation, storm water waivers, downspout disconnection rules, and multiple grants. One ordinance on traffic calming recovery rates was held, and several communications were placed on file or assigned to other committees.

• Recommended adoption of substitute resolution for assessable public improvements, total cost $2,743,000 (3-0, 2 excused)
• Held ordinance on traffic calming recovery rate ratio to call of chair (3-0, 2 excused)
• Recommended approval of motion on Milwaukee County Transit System bus stop locations (3-0, 2 excused)
• Recommended adoption of resolution to vacate South 3rd Street north of West Lincoln Avenue (3-0, 2 excused)
• Recommended adoption of resolution accepting bicycle rack donation from Chris Kegel Foundation (3-0, 2 excused)
• Recommended passage of ordinance on storm water management plan waivers (3-0, 2 excused)
• Recommended passage of ordinance on downspout disconnection requirements (4-0, 1 excused)
• Recommended adoption of EPA grant for Net Zero Energy Home Financing Project (5-0)

CITY PLAN COMMISSION

The City Plan Commission will hold public hearings regarding several zoning changes in Milwaukee. These include a proposed carry-out restaurant with a drive-through at 5610 West Capitol Drive and a rezoning request for 2480 North Cramer Street to allow residential redevelopment.

• Approval of a carry-out restaurant with drive-through use at 5610 West Capitol Drive
• Signage deviations for a proposed Wing Stop at 5610 West Capitol Drive
• Rezoning of 2480 North Cramer Street from Two-Family Residential to Detailed Planned Development

The City Plan Commission approved a drive-through restaurant use for the existing building at 5610 West Capitol Drive and approved a deviation to allow a freestanding monument sign, exceed wall sign square footage, and permit Type B wall signs for a proposed Wing Stop at the same site. Both approvals were unanimous (7-0). The commission also conditionally approved a zoning change for 2480 North Cramer Street to allow redevelopment into residential and other uses, with conditions including refining permitted uses, reducing sign sizes, and providing a shared parking agreement. The item was referred to the Zoning, Neighborhoods & Development Committee.

• Approved carry-out restaurant with drive-through at 5610 W. Capitol Dr. (7-0)
• Approved sign deviation for Wing Stop at 5610 W. Capitol Dr. (7-0)
• Conditionally approved zoning change for 2480 N. Cramer St. (7-0)
• Referred 2480 N. Cramer St. zoning change to Zoning, Neighborhoods & Development Committee (7-0)

CITY-COUNTY ADVISORY BOARD ON CLIMATE AND ECONOMIC EQUITY

The Land Use Work Group will discuss progress on drafting Chapter Templates and receive updates regarding the status of ARPA funding. The meeting also includes approving minutes from previous 2021 meetings and sharing community feedback.

• Approval of minutes from May, June, and September 2021 meetings
• Status update on ARPA funding
• Progress reports on Chapter Template drafting
• Sharing of community feedback

The Land Use Work Group of the City-County Task Force on Climate and Economic Equity met virtually and approved the minutes from the 9/13/21 meeting. Members discussed updates on Nature in the City events, ARPA funding status, and progress on drafting chapter templates for the climate and equity plan. No formal decisions were made beyond the minutes approval.

• Approved minutes of 9/13/21 meeting (no objections)
• Noted prior approval of 5/24 and 6/7 minutes on 6/21
• Discussed ARPA funding: Mayor's first phase includes residential energy efficiency and green jobs workforce development, but no Nature in the City proposal
• Discussed potential support for HOME GR/OWN's Victory Over Violence Park improvements ($200,000 proposed by Mayor)

CITIZEN ADVISORY COMMITTEE ON THE NAMING OF PUBLIC BUILDINGS, FACILITIES AND STREETS

The committee will hold public hearings regarding two resolutions to assign honorary street names. These proposals involve naming sections of North 34th Street and North 24th Place in Milwaukee.

• Resolution 210639: Assigning “Ralph H. Metcalfe” to North 34th Street from North Avenue to Center Street
• Resolution 210731: Assigning “Corrine Miller” to North 24th Place from Hopkins Street to Concordia Avenue

The Citizen Advisory Committee on the Naming of Public Buildings, Facilities and Streets approved two honorary street name assignments. The first assigns "Ralph H. Metcalfe" to North 34th Street from North Avenue to Center Street, and the second assigns "Corrine Miller" to North 24th Place from Hopkins Street to Concordia Avenue. Both approvals were unanimous with no objections.

• Approved honorary street name 'Ralph H. Metcalfe' for North 34th Street from North Avenue to Center Street (no objections)
• Approved honorary street name 'Corrine Miller' for North 24th Place from Hopkins Street to Concordia Avenue (no objections)

BRONZEVILLE ADVISORY COMMITTEE

The Bronzeville Advisory Committee will review a zoning application for 2319 N. Vel R. Phillips Ave. The committee will also examine presentations and recommendations regarding RFP proposals for 1940-48 North King Drive.

• Zoning change application at 2319 N. Vel R. Phillips Ave.
• Review of 1940-48 North King Drive RFP proposals

The Bronzeville Advisory Committee voted to recommend awarding the RFP for 1940-48 North King Drive to Maures Development, which proposed two apartment units, two commercial spaces, and a $900,000 project. The committee also held action on a zoning application at 2319 N. Vel R. Phillips Ave. pending further information, and held approval of the previous meeting minutes.

• Recommended awarding RFP to Maures Development for 1940-48 North King Drive (unanimous)
• Held review of zoning application at 2319 N. Vel R. Phillips Ave. for further information (unanimous)
• Held approval of September 20, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)

ETHICS BOARD

The Milwaukee Ethics Board will meet to approve minutes from the previous meeting and review a staff report on monthly office activities. The agenda also includes a potential closed session for confidential advice.

• Approval of minutes from the previous meeting
• Potential closed session to consider and render confidential advice
• Discussion relating to adding Y Footnotes to the positions in the ERS
• Staff report regarding office activities of the previous month

The Ethics Board approved adding Y footnotes to the positions ordinance for three Employee Retirement System (ERS) positions, requiring them to file statements of economic interest. The board also approved the previous meeting's minutes and convened in closed session for confidential advice. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved adding Y footnotes to ERS Disability Deputy Director, Deputy Chief Investment Officer, and ERS Operations Director positions (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from previous meeting (unanimous)
• Convened into closed session for confidential advice (unanimous)
• Reconvened into open session (unanimous)

STEERING & RULES COMMITTEE

The September 27, 2021, meeting of the Milwaukee Steering & Rules Committee was cancelled on September 22, 2021. No agenda items were listed for this session.

COMMUNITY COLLABORATIVE COMMISSION - COMMUNITY SURVEY & RESEARCH COMMITTEE

The scheduled meeting for the Community Survey & Research Committee on September 27, 2021, was cancelled. The agenda included reviewing a community survey resolution and MPD data usage.

• Reworking of the Community Survey Resolution
• Review of Master Name ID usage in MPD data

CITY-COUNTY ADVISORY BOARD ON CLIMATE AND ECONOMIC EQUITY

The Finance Work Group will discuss mapping ARPA funding from city, county, and state sources to support the task force agenda. Members will receive updates on residential retrofit financing through the Green and Healthy Homes initiative and an EPA grant for modular housing. The group also plans to outline a work plan for the remainder of Autumn 2021.

• Mapping ARPA funding (city, county, state) to support CCTFCEE agenda
• Financing updates for Green and Healthy Homes residential retrofits
• EPA grant update for modular housing proposal demand-side financing plan
• Development of a work plan for Autumn 2021 finance proposals

COMMUNITY COLLABORATIVE COMMISSION

The Community Collaborative Commission is meeting to review and act on several items related to police oversight and community engagement. Key actions include releasing the final CJI Data Report, possibly applying for a grant from Ben and Jerry's Foundation, and approving a resolution to hire a consultant for a community survey. The commission will also discuss the status of the Police Chief and take a position on draft 'Use of Force' language.

• Release of final CJI Data Report (5-minute update)
• Possible approval to apply for Grassroots Organizing grant from Ben and Jerry's Foundation
• Approval of draft resolution on hiring consultant for community survey
• Action on request for City Attorney's Office to coordinate with MPD, FPC, and CJI on data responses
• Commission position on draft 'Use of Force' language

The Community Collaborative Commission voted to reduce its membership from 16 to 13 by removing three organizations (HAWA Southeast Asian LGBTQ Advocate, Voces de La Frontera, and Milwaukee Islamic Dawah Center) and to designate the third Thursday at 1 p.m. as the standing meeting time. The commission also tabled a resolution on hiring a consultant for a community survey, approved a statement on the 6-month CJI report, and scheduled a special meeting for October 7 to approve that statement.

• Reduced body membership to 13 members (unanimous)
• Set standing meeting date/time: 3rd Thursday at 1 p.m. (unanimous)
• Tabled resolution on community survey consultant (1 objection)
• Approved developing a statement on 6-month CJI report and holding special meeting Oct. 7 (unanimous)
• Approved supporting NAACP's use-of-force language submitted to FPC (unanimous)
• Amended agenda item to have CCC, not committee, raise data questions (unanimous)

ZONING, NEIGHBORHOODS & DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE

The Zoning, Neighborhoods & Development Committee held a communication from the Department of City Development regarding Milwaukee's Collective Affordable Housing Plan. The motion to hold the item to the call of the chair prevailed unanimously (5-0). No other substantive decisions were made.

• Held communication on Collective Affordable Housing Plan to call of chair (5-0)

SISTER CITIES COMMITTEE

The committee will consider renewal applications for Bomet County, Kenya, and Tarime District, Tanzania. Members will also review annual reports for Daegu Metropolitan City and Tarime District. The agenda includes discussions regarding city official travel and updates on relationships with Medan and Tema.

• Renewal applications for Bomet County, Kenya and Tarime District, Tanzania
• Annual reports for Daegu Metropolitan City, South Korea and Tarime District, Tanzania
• Update on Medan, Indonesia relationship termination
• Update on Tema, Ghana signing ceremony
• Discussion on city official travel and representation

The committee approved renewal applications for sister city relationships with Bomet County, Kenya, and Tarime District, Tanzania, and approved the annual report for Tarime. It voted to hold the annual report for Daegu, South Korea pending further information. The committee also discussed travel and representation protocols, noting city funds cannot be used for sister city travel without a budget amendment.

• Approved renewal of sister city relationship with Bomet County, Kenya (no objection)
• Approved renewal of sister city relationship with Tarime District, Tanzania (no objection)
• Approved annual report for Tarime District, Tanzania (no objection)
• Held annual report for Daegu, South Korea for further information (no objection)

CHARTER SCHOOL REVIEW COMMITTEE

The Charter School Review Committee will discuss administrative matters for the 2021-23 school years. Discussions are limited to geographic restriction policies and year-to-year scorecard data regarding pandemic effects on outcomes.

• Discussion of geographic restriction policy for Milwaukee charter schools
• Review of year-to-year scorecard data and pandemic impacts on outcomes
• Approval of July 26th meeting minutes

The Charter School Review Committee voted to remove geographic restrictions from contract language, allowing city-chartered schools to enroll non-city students and access federal/state grants. It also approved waiving year-to-year academic progress comparisons for spring 2021 to spring 2022 due to pandemic-related testing issues. Both motions passed without objection.

• Approved motion to eliminate geographic restrictions from contract language (no objections)
• Approved waiver of year-to-year analysis for spring 2021 to spring 2022 (no objections)
• Approved July 26th meeting minutes (no objections)

CITY-COUNTY ADVISORY BOARD ON CLIMATE AND ECONOMIC EQUITY

The Adaptation and Climate Resilience Work Group will discuss potential public events for the group. Members will also continue discussions on policy and project ideas regarding stormwater and related infrastructure.

• Discussion of a possible public event for the Work Group
• Discussion of policy and project ideas for stormwater and related infrastructure
• Refinement of policy and project ideas for future approval
• Approval of meeting minutes from September 8, 2021

COMMON COUNCIL

The Common Council is reviewing several infrastructure projects, including major highway construction on Appleton Avenue. The agenda also includes the acceptance of various public health grants and updates to city employee pay rates.

• $8,326,300 project for construction of Appleton Avenue (STH 175)
• $300,000 reconstruction of the South Chase Avenue (STH 38) Bridge
• $141,000 cost increase for West Capitol Drive (STH 190) construction
• Transfer of up to $192,000 to the City Attorney’s Office for damages and claims
• Ordinance changes regarding city service positions and pay rates

The Common Council referred Mayor Tom Barrett's proposed 2022 executive budget to the Finance and Personnel Committee and scheduled a public hearing for October 4, 2021. The council also approved multiple resolutions allocating American Rescue Plan Act funds for eviction prevention, EMS augmentation, and a reckless driving initiative, with the latter amended to include quarterly reporting. Additionally, the council approved numerous public works projects, zoning changes, and appointments.

• Referred Mayor's 2022 budget to Finance and Personnel Committee with report due Nov 5, 2021
• Approved $600 petty cash fund for DPW Tow Lot
• Approved state/municipal agreements for North 20th St, South Chase Ave, Appleton Ave, and West National Ave projects
• Approved lease with Perch Point LLC for Port Milwaukee property
• Approved ARPA funds for eviction prevention, EMS augmentation, and reckless driving initiatives
• Approved zoning changes for 1422 N Vel R. Phillips Ave and 333 N Water St
• Approved sale of city-owned properties at 3733 N 7th St, 540 N 27th St, 4117-21 W North Ave, and 1501 W Scott St
• Approved 2022 meeting schedule, clearing MPS spring break week

FPC COMPLAINTS AND DISCIPLINE COMMITTEE

The scheduled meeting of the FPC Complaints and Discipline Committee for September 21, 2021, was cancelled. No agenda items were listed for discussion or decision.

• No items were scheduled due to the cancellation

CITY-COUNTY ADVISORY BOARD ON CLIMATE AND ECONOMIC EQUITY

The City-County Task Force on Climate and Economic Equity will discuss updates regarding the 30th Street Corridor Development Proposal. The meeting also includes a discussion of proposals from the Public Transportation Subgroup.

• Update on 30th Street Corridor Development Proposal
• Discussion of Public Transportation Subgroup Proposals
• Review and approval of minutes
• Follow up on proposal drafting process

The Transportation and Mobility Work Group discussed a proposal to build 7 Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) corridors by 2030, with capital costs estimated at $670 million to $1.3 billion and operating costs up to $40 million annually. They also reviewed proposals to increase transit frequency and extend service hours, and to invest in bus lanes, signal priority, and passenger amenities. No formal votes were taken; the group is preparing a draft plan for the full task force by early November.

• Approved minutes of September 7th meeting (no objections)
• Discussed BRT proposal: 7 corridors, 84 miles, capital cost $670M-$1.3B, operating cost up to $40M/year
• Discussed transit frequency/service hours expansion: capital $4-8M, operating $7-8.5M/year
• Discussed transit speed/amenities proposal: $1-1.5M per mile for shelters, ADA, signal priority
• No formal votes taken on proposals; drafting continues for November submission

EQUAL RIGHTS COMMISSION

The Equal Rights Commission is meeting virtually to discuss the development of an ERC Toolkit. The agenda focuses on brainstorming potential content and various formats for the toolkit.

• Brainstorming content for the ERC Toolkit
• Brainstorming formats for the ERC Toolkit

FIRE AND POLICE COMMISSION

The Fire and Police Commission will receive a communication from the City Attorney's Office regarding litigation in which the commission is or may become involved. The Board may convene in a closed session to discuss legal strategy with a representative from the City Attorney's Office.

• Communication regarding litigation involving the Fire and Police Commission

The Fire and Police Commission held a special virtual meeting on September 21, 2021, with six commissioners present and one excused. The only action taken was placing a communication from the City Attorney's Office regarding litigation on file. The board also noted it could convene in closed session to discuss litigation strategy, but no decisions were recorded on that matter.

• Placed on file communication from City Attorney's Office regarding litigation (FPC21306)

LICENSES COMMITTEE

The committee will consider a motion related to the recommendations of the Licenses Committee. The provided agenda does not include specific details regarding which licenses are being discussed.

• Motion 210538 relating to committee recommendations for licenses

The Licenses Committee voted on numerous license applications, approving most, denying two (W-Pantry-41 #82 and Platinum Hall and Lounge LLC), and holding several to the call of the chair or for neighborhood meetings. Notable approvals included a secondhand dealer license for Lando Motors, a 24-hour drive-thru for McDonald's, and a tavern license for An Ox Cafe. The committee also approved a towing license for Apys Cars Inc with conditions regarding a payment plan.

• Approved Lando Motors secondhand dealer license (5-0)
• Approved McDonald's 24-hour drive-thru (5-0)
• Denied W-Pantry-41 #82 amusement machines (5-0)
• Approved An Ox Cafe tavern license (5-0)
• Denied Platinum Hall and Lounge LLC tavern license (5-0)
• Approved Apys Cars Inc towing license with payment plan condition (5-0)
• Held several applications to call of chair, including Cadillac Motors and Garfields 502 (5-0)
• Approved numerous renewals and transfers, including Bartolotta restaurants (5-0)

CITY-COUNTY HEROIN, OPIOID, AND COCAINE TASK FORCE

The City-County Heroin, Opioid, and Cocaine Task Force will review updates on several public health initiatives. This includes reviews of the Milwaukee Overdose Response Initiative (MORI) and the Overdose Public Health and Safety Team (OD-PHAST). The agenda also includes discussion regarding support for legalizing fentanyl test strips.

• Updates on Milwaukee Overdose Response Initiative (MORI)
• Updates on Overdose Public Health and Safety Team (OD-PHAST)
• Discussion on support for legalizing fentanyl test strips
• Review of BHD programs, including prevention and treatment services

The City-County Heroin, Opioid, and Cocaine Task Force heard updates on overdose response programs, including a rise in fatal overdoses in 2021 and a 322% increase in fentanyl-involved deaths since 2016. Members supported a bipartisan state bill to legalize fentanyl test strips, with Chair Murphy pledging to introduce legislation and lobby the state. The task force also received updates on the Milwaukee Overdose Response Initiative (MORI) and the Overdose Public Health and Safety Team (OD-PHAST), but took no formal votes on these items.

• Approved previous meeting minutes from May 5, 2021 without objection
• Chair Murphy to introduce legislation supporting fentanyl test strip legalization and request city lobbying
• Chair Murphy requested a formal report on MORI diversion and referral data
• Task force heard OD-PHAST recommendations, including naloxone training for incarcerated persons before release
• No formal votes taken on program updates or recommendations

BRONZEVILLE ADVISORY COMMITTEE

The committee will review real estate projects including the MLK Library redevelopment and Bronzeville Estates. Members will also discuss Wisconsin DOT highway projects on I-43 and I-94. The agenda includes a review of a zoning change application for 2319 N. Vel R. Phillips Ave.

• MLK Library redevelopment project (General Capital Group and Emem Group)
• Bronzeville Estates scattered sites project (Maures Development Group)
• Zoning change application for 2319 N. Vel R. Phillips Ave.
• I-43 project from Brown St.-Capitol Drive
• I-94 East-West project, from 70th to 16th Street

The Bronzeville Advisory Committee approved two major development projects. The Bronzeville Estates scattered sites project, a $8.5 million low-income housing tax credit development with 30 affordable and 5 market-rate units, was approved without objection. The MLK Library redevelopment project, which includes a new library, 41 apartments above it, a 93-unit affordable housing building, and rehabilitation of the Garfield Theater frontage, was also approved with Vice-chair Agee abstaining. The committee held a rezoning application for 2319 N. Vel R. Phillips Ave. for further information and architectural drawings.

• Approved Bronzeville Estates scattered sites project (no objection)
• Approved MLK Library redevelopment project (Agee abstaining)
• Held rezoning application at 2319 N. Vel R. Phillips Ave. for more information
• Approved August 2, 2021 meeting minutes without objection
• Scheduled special meeting for Sept. 27 to review rezoning application
• Set November meeting agenda to include Thrive On and antidisplacement plan update

CITY-COUNTY ADVISORY BOARD ON CLIMATE AND ECONOMIC EQUITY

The task force will review progress from various teams and evaluate recent events. Members will also discuss goals and timelines for event planning regarding transportation, land use, and green jobs.

• Progress updates on residential efficiency and transportation
• Event planning for land use and resilience ambassadors
• Updates on green jobs sessions and waste management
• Approval of August 9, 2021 meeting minutes

The Education and Outreach Work Group of the City-County Task Force on Climate and Economic Equity met virtually and approved the August 9, 2021 minutes as written. Members reviewed progress, noting only 12 people attended the Green Jobs Event despite good press coverage, and discussed improving outreach to diverse communities. They set a goal to complete most work group proposals by mid-October and prepare a PowerPoint for the Common Council in December. No formal votes were taken; decisions were limited to approving minutes and volunteer assignments.

• Approved minutes from August 9, 2021 as written
• Set mid-October deadline for work group proposals and December for Common Council presentation
• Volunteered McAlister and Omokunde to work with Caesar and Piszczek on outreach plan
• Agreed to hold brainstorming session to identify community partners for outreach
• Agreed to explore paying someone to table, with Evans to check available funds
• Agreed to consider partners for Green Jobs Session II during outreach brainstorming

CITY-COUNTY ADVISORY BOARD ON CLIMATE AND ECONOMIC EQUITY

The City-County Task Force on Climate and Economic Equity will receive an update regarding the American Rescue Plan Act. The meeting also includes a discussion on next steps for the Jobs and Equity Green Jobs Accelerator Plan.

• American Rescue Plan Act update
• Jobs and Equity Green Jobs Accelerator Plan next steps
• Approval of minutes

FIRE AND POLICE COMMISSION

The commission is meeting to consider resolutions regarding personnel actions. This includes approving two promotions to Captain of Police and rescinding a Firefighter appointment. The Board will also receive an update from the City Attorney's Office regarding litigation.

• Resolution to rescind a Firefighter appointment
• Resolution to approve two promotions to Captain of Police
• Communication regarding litigation involving the Commission

FIRE AND POLICE COMMISSION

The commission will vote on numerous personnel changes within the Milwaukee Police and Fire Departments, including several officer promotions and appointments. They will also consider amending standard operating procedures regarding canine use of force.

• Promotions for 2 Captains, 7 Lieutenants, 5 Sergeants, and 15 Detectives in the MPD
• Appointment of 12 Community Service Officers to the MPD
• Amendment to Standard Operating Procedure 320 regarding canines
• Approval of job announcements for Systems Analyst-Senior and Office Assistant IV
• Rescinding of four Police Officer appointments

The commission approved numerous personnel actions, including rescinding police officer and firefighter appointments, approving job announcements, and promoting officers and firefighters. All votes were unanimous (7-0) except for one police lieutenant promotion, which was approved 6-0 after a closed-session interview. The commission also placed two communications on file regarding department operations and a police lieutenant demotion.

• Approved September 2, 2021 meeting minutes (consent)
• Rescinded 4 police officer appointments (consent)
• Approved Systems Analyst-Senior job announcement (consent)
• Approved Office Assistant IV job announcement (consent)
• Rescinded firefighter appointment (7-0)
• Approved Heavy Equipment Operator job announcement (7-0)
• Amended SOP 320-Canines (7-0)
• Approved police officer separation request (7-0)

CITY INFORMATION MANAGEMENT COMMITTEE

The committee will review proposed departmental record schedules and data retention policies for Microsoft 365 and DocuSign. Discussions will also cover cybersecurity training, multi-factor authentication, and IT risk assessments.

• Proposed departmental record schedules
• Microsoft 365 and DocuSign data retention policies
• Multi-factor authentication implementation
• IT Risk Assessment and NIST audit remediation efforts

The City Information Management Committee approved 171 proposed departmental record schedules, including new schedules for three Police Department units and Health Department medical records. The committee also discussed but held action on reducing paper copying costs, and reviewed data governance and security policies without final decisions.

• Approved 171 proposed departmental record schedules (no objection)
• Approved June 10, 2021 meeting minutes (no objection)
• Held action on reducing paper copying costs for further research
• Tabled Microsoft 365 data retention policy pending City Attorney review
• Tabled DocuSign records management policy pending City Attorney review

TRAVAUX INC. BOARD OF DIRECTORS

The Travaux Inc. Board of Directors will consider resolutions to award construction contracts for facade repairs at Merrill Park and Becher Court. The board will also review the minutes from the August 12, 2021 meeting.

• $750,000 contract for Merrill Park facade repair by Berglund Construction Company
• $595,000 contract for Becher Court facade repair by Berglund Construction Company
• Approval of August 12, 2021 meeting minutes

The Travaux Inc. Board of Directors approved two contracts with Berglund Construction Company for facade repairs: $750,000 for Merrill Park and $595,000 for Becher Court. The Merrill Park contract passed 7-3, with concerns raised about the lack of SWMBE subcontractor representation. The Becher Court contract passed 8-1. The board also approved the minutes from the August 12, 2021 meeting and received a report on the property management transition and an award for Westlawn Gardens.

• Approved $750,000 facade repair contract for Merrill Park (7-3)
• Approved $595,000 facade repair contract for Becher Court (8-1)
• Approved minutes of August 12, 2021 meeting (voice vote)
• Received report on property management transition from Friends of Housing to HACM

BLACK MALE ACHIEVEMENT ADVISORY COUNCIL

The council will review reports from the Office of African American Affairs and the Earn and Learn Program. Mayor Barrett is scheduled to provide a report regarding ARPA funds. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from March 18 and May 20, 2021.

• Mayor Barrett ARPA Funds Report
• Report from the Office of African American Affairs
• Employ Milwaukee and Earn and Learn Program report
• Approval of March 18 and May 20, 2021 meeting minutes
• Milwaukee Fatherhood Summit announcement

FINANCE & PERSONNEL COMMITTEE

The committee will review several items including federal coronavirus relief funds and various public health grants. They are also considering updates to city salary ordinances and position changes for the Police Department. Additionally, the agenda includes discussions on tax stabilization fund balances and contract amendments.

• Transfer of up to $192,000 to pay a judgment in City Wide Investments, LLC v. City of Milwaukee
• Acceptance and funding of multiple COVID-19 related grants from the CDC and DHS
• Adding a Legal Compliance Liaison Officer position to the Police Department
• Ordinance regarding minimum and maximum balances in the tax stabilization fund
• Inclusion of MacCanon Brown Homeless Sanctuary in City Combined Giving campaigns

The Finance & Personnel Committee recommended adoption of a resolution to transfer up to $192,000 from the Common Council Contingent Fund to the City Attorney's Office for paying a judgment in City Wide Investments, LLC v. City of Milwaukee. The committee also recommended adoption of resolutions to accept multiple federal and other grants for health and violence prevention programs, and approved the vacancy agenda, including adding a Custodial Worker III position in the Library. Several items were held to the call of the chair, including the tax stabilization fund ordinance and a communication on federal coronavirus relief funds.

• Recommended adoption of resolution to transfer up to $192,000 for judgment payment (5-0)
• Recommended adoption of resolution to include MacCanon Brown Homeless Sanctuary in City Combined Giving campaigns (5-0)
• Approved vacancy agenda, including adding Custodial Worker III in Library (5-0)
• Approved changes to single/sole source contracts (5-0)
• Recommended adoption of resolutions to accept multiple health grants (5-0 each)
• Recommended adoption of resolution to extend Affordable Care Act reporting contract (5-0)
• Recommended adoption of resolution outlining 2022 health and dental insurance premium rate process (5-0)
• Held tax stabilization fund ordinance to call of chair (5-0)

HOUSING AUTHORITY

The Housing Authority of the City of Milwaukee is reviewing amendments to its 2021 Agency Plan and preparing the 2022 Agency Plan for HUD submission. The board will also consider purchasing property at 301 South 70th Street and 7201 West Oklahoma Avenue. Additionally, the meeting includes elections for Chair and Vice-Chair.

• Purchase of land at 301 South 70th Street for $1.00
• Purchase of land at 7201 West Oklahoma Avenue for $1.00
• Public hearing on amendments to the 2021 Agency Plan regarding financing options
• Public hearing for the 2022 Agency Plan submission to HUD
• Election of Chair and Vice-Chair

The Housing Authority of the City of Milwaukee (HACM) approved the purchase of two city-owned parcels (301 S 70th St and 7201 W Oklahoma Ave) for $1 each, and adopted resolutions to submit a significant amendment to the 2021 Agency Plan and the 2022 Agency Plan to HUD. The board also re-elected Mark Wagner as Chair and elected Sherri Daniels as Vice Chair. Public hearings were held for both plans, with comments on accessibility, voucher amounts, and resident notification.

• Approved minutes of August 11, 2021 meeting (5-0)
• Approved purchase of 301 S 70th St from City for $1.00 (5-0)
• Approved purchase of 7201 W Oklahoma Ave from City for $1.00 (5-0)
• Adopted resolution to submit significant amendment to 2021 Agency Plan (5-0)
• Adopted resolution to submit 2022 Agency Plan to HUD (5-0)
• Re-elected Mark Wagner as Chair (4-0, Wagner abstained)
• Elected Sherri Daniels as Vice Chair (vote not recorded in minutes)

CITY-COUNTY ADVISORY BOARD ON CLIMATE AND ECONOMIC EQUITY

The Green Buildings Work Group will review next steps for commercial building recommendations and updates on residential retrofit recommendations. The group will also consider approving minutes from August 4, 2021, and September 1, 2021.

• Approval of August 4, 2021, and September 1, 2021, meeting minutes
• Review of next steps for commercial building recommendations
• Review of updates on residential retrofit recommendations

The Green Buildings Work Group of the City-County Task Force on Climate and Economic Equity met virtually and approved a motion endorsing a holistic approach to healthy homes as presented by the Green and Healthy Homes Initiative. The group also discussed next steps for a commercial building benchmarking ordinance, with a target of drafting an ordinance by April 2022 and introducing it in mid-2022. Minutes from the August 4 and September 1 meetings were tabled to the next meeting. The meeting adjourned at 11:35 am.

• Approved motion endorsing holistic healthy homes approach (12 members present, no objections)
• Tabled approval of minutes from 8.4.21 and 9.1.21 meetings
• Discussed benchmarking ordinance implementation, targeting April 2022 for drafting
• Planned stakeholder outreach and letters of support for benchmarking ordinance

EQUAL RIGHTS COMMISSION

The Equal Rights Commission will discuss Hispanic Heritage Month and ways to increase meeting accessibility via City Channel. The commission will also receive communications regarding equity and inclusion efforts from the Office of Equity and Inclusion and the Environmental Collaboration Office.

• Discussion on Hispanic Heritage Month
• Communications regarding equity and inclusion efforts from the Office of Equity and Inclusion
• Communications regarding equity and inclusion efforts from the Environmental Collaboration Office
• Discussion on airing commission meetings on City Channel to promote accessibility

ZONING, NEIGHBORHOODS & DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE

The committee will consider creating a Bronzeville Cultural and Entertainment District Interim Study Overlay Zone. The agenda also includes rezoning for mixed-use development at 333 North Water Street and regulations for electric vehicle charging facilities. Additionally, members will review resolutions for several city-owned property sales.

• Rezoning of 333 North Water Street for mixed-use development
• Creation of Bronzeville Cultural and Entertainment District Overlay Zone
• Sale of two City-owned properties for affordable housing
• Regulations for electric vehicle charging equipment
• Lease agreements for 1027 and 1001 North Edison Street

The Zoning, Neighborhoods & Development Committee recommended passage of a zoning change from Downtown-Mixed Activity to Downtown-Residential and Specialty Use to allow a mixed-use development at 333 North Water Street. The committee also recommended adoption of resolutions authorizing the sale of two City-owned properties to the Housing Authority for affordable housing, and lease agreements for properties at 1027 and 1001 North Edison Street to The Neutral Project LLC. Several items were held, including a communication on electrical code enforcement and a zoning code revision ordinance.

• Recommended passage of zoning change for mixed-use development at 333 N. Water St. (5-0)
• Recommended adoption of resolution authorizing sale of two City-owned properties to Housing Authority for affordable housing (5-0)
• Recommended adoption of resolution authorizing lease agreements for 1027 and 1001 N. Edison St. to The Neutral Project LLC (4-0, 1 excused)
• Recommended passage of ordinance for electric vehicle charging facilities zoning (5-0)
• Recommended adoption of resolution for Riverwalk segment at 1887 N. Water St. (5-0)
• Recommended passage of ordinance creating Bronzeville Cultural and Entertainment District Interim Study Overlay Zone (4-0, 1 excused)
• Held communication on electrical code violations in rental properties to call of the chair (5-0)
• Held substitute ordinance on zoning code revisions to call of the chair (5-0)

BOARD OF CITY SERVICE COMMISSIONERS

The Commission will review classification reports for library positions and approve probationary service recommendations. The agenda also includes requests to extend probationary periods for certain city employees and a request for staff reinstatement.

• Approval of Librarian II and Library Now Program Specialist classifications
• Reinstatement request for Richard Sigala, DPW-Operations Driver Worker
• Six-month probationary period extension for Alexander Fischer, Paralegal
• Three-month probationary period extension for Timothy Runke, Electrical Worker
• One-year exemption for three new Library Now Program Specialist grant positions

The Board of City Service Commissioners approved several personnel actions, including the reinstatement of Richard Sigala as a DPW-Operations Driver Worker, extensions of probationary periods for Alexander Fischer and Timothy Runke, and the exemption of three new grant-funded Library Now Program Specialist positions. The board also approved the minutes from the August 17, 2021 meeting, with a correction noting Commissioner Cleary abstained from approving the July 13, 2021 minutes. A probationary period recommendation report was placed on file with no action taken.

• Approved minutes from August 17, 2021 meeting (4-0)
• Approved classification reports for Librarian II and Library Now Program Specialist (4-0)
• Placed probationary period recommendation report on file, no action taken
• Approved reinstatement of Richard Sigala as DPW-Operations Driver Worker (4-0)
• Approved 6-month probation extension for Alexander Fischer, Paralegal (4-0)
• Approved 3-month probation extension for Timothy Runke, Electrical Worker (4-0)
• Approved 1-year exemption for 3 new grant-funded Library Now Program Specialist positions (4-0)

HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION

The Historic Preservation Commission is reviewing several requests for property alterations and historic designations. Public hearings are scheduled for various construction projects, including an addition at 2449 N. Downer Avenue. The commission will also consider permanent historic designations for two houses on North Summit Avenue.

• Construction of a 50-unit apartment building at 1737 - 1751 N. Palmer Street
• Permanent historic designation for William Spence House Number 1 and 2
• Addition of an accessible ramp and balconies at 2449 N. Downer Avenue
• Bathroom addition and mechanical upgrades at 1323 E. Brady Street
• Masonry repairs at 701 W. Historic Mitchell Street

The Historic Preservation Commission approved most Certificates of Appropriateness, including masonry repairs, window replacements, additions, and signage, with conditions where noted. It held two items in committee: the masonry repairs at 701 W. Historic Mitchell Street and the permanent historic designations of the William Spence Houses at 2275 and 2279 N. Summit Avenue. One application for a 50-unit apartment building at 1737-1751 N. Palmer Street was placed on file at the applicant's request. All votes were unanimous (5-0) with one member excused.

• Held in committee: Certificate of Appropriateness for masonry repairs at 701 W. Historic Mitchell Street.
• Adopted: Certificate of Appropriateness for window replacement and mothball status at 1688-1690 N. Franklin Place.
• Adopted with conditions: Carport and rear addition at 2046 N 2nd Street.
• Adopted with conditions: Bathroom addition and mechanical upgrades at 1323 E. Brady Street.
• Adopted with conditions: New entries and signage at 1020 W. Historic Mitchell Street.
• Adopted with conditions: Addition for accessible ramp, balconies, and window replacement at 2449 N. Downer Avenue.
• Adopted with conditions: Rear staircase addition at 1307 E. Brady Street.
• Adopted: Amended design for accessory dwelling unit and garage at 1911 N. 2nd Street, allowing aluminum clad windows.

JUDICIARY & LEGISLATION COMMITTEE

The committee is reviewing several financial claims and property damage appeals. Members will also consider the appointment of Cecilia Gilbert and discuss updates on ARPA funding allocation. Additionally, resolutions regarding firearm legislation will be addressed.

• Appointment of Cecilia Gilbert to the Administrative Review Appeals Board
• Resolution opposing changes to concealed weapon laws
• Cancellation of $43,287.03 in invoices for Kinder Morgan LLC and MBT Processing
• Payment of a $18,000 claim for Russell MacRae
• Property damage appeal for Sunday Troupe ($1,545.58)

The Judiciary & Legislation Committee voted unanimously to recommend for adoption resolutions opposing state legislation that would lower the minimum age for concealed carry licenses and allow firearms in vehicles on school grounds. The committee also recommended for adoption resolutions to cancel tax levies, cancel port invoices, and pay a claim, while holding several items and recommending disallowance for two property damage claims.

• Recommended for adoption resolution opposing reduced minimum age for concealed carry (5-0)
• Recommended for adoption resolution opposing firearms in vehicles on school grounds (5-0)
• Recommended for adoption resolution cancelling real estate taxes on certain parcels (5-0)
• Recommended for adoption resolution cancelling $43,287.03 invoice to Kinder Morgan LLC (5-0)
• Recommended for adoption resolution cancelling interest charges on Port Milwaukee invoices (5-0)
• Recommended for adoption resolution paying $18,000 claim of Russell MacRae (5-0)
• Recommended for disallowance & indefinite postponement of Bernice Moreno property damage appeal (5-0)
• Recommended for disallowance & indefinite postponement of Jamar Morris claim (5-0)

CITY-COUNTY ADVISORY BOARD ON CLIMATE AND ECONOMIC EQUITY

The Land Use, Urban Ag & Reforestation Working Group will consider a name change to 'Nature in the City.' The group will also discuss plans for completing a Chapter Template and identify initiatives for the Finance Working Group. Updates on ARPA funding status are also scheduled.

• Proposal to change working group name to 'Nature in the City'
• Discussion of plans for Chapter Template completion
• Update on ARPA funding status
• Identification of initiatives for the Finance Working Group
• Approval of June 21, 2021 meeting minutes

The Land Use, Urban Ag & Reforestation Work Group of the City-County Task Force on Climate and Economic Equity met virtually and reached consensus to change its name to 'Nature in the City,' with a preference for a subtitle including 'Protect' rather than 'Preserve.' The group tabled approval of the June 21 meeting minutes and did not address referring initiatives to the Finance Working Group. Members discussed ARPA funding status, with 50% of the $394 million received, and planned to complete a Chapter Template for proposals, assigning drafting volunteers for sections like Green Infrastructure and Protecting Remaining Natural Lands.

• Consensus reached to change working group name to 'Nature in the City' with a subtitle preference for 'Protect' over 'Preserve'.
• Tabled approval of the June 21, 2021 meeting minutes.
• Did not address referring initiatives to the Finance Working Group.
• Assigned volunteers to draft Chapter Template sections: Staedter on Green Infrastructure, Riebe on Protecting Remaining Natural Lands, Brown to consider a section.
• Agreed to remove Food Waste from the slide presentation, as it will be covered by the Waste group in Chapter 8.
• Decided to revisit the 40% tree cover goal, with Frank to contact Milwaukee Water Commons.
• Planned to call out the need for adequate funding for County Parks in the report.
• Set next meeting for Monday, September 27, 2021 at 11:00 AM.

COMMUNITY COLLABORATIVE COMMISSION - COMMUNITY SURVEY & RESEARCH COMMITTEE

The committee will discuss a motion to request support from the City Attorney, FPC, MPD, and CJI regarding the analysis of police data provided per the Collins Settlement Agreement. Members will also review a semi-annual Executive Summary report and identify future research focus areas. Additionally, the committee plans to review how Master Name IDs can be used to track traffic stops and field interviews.

• Motion for support from City Attorney, FPC, MPD, and CJI regarding data analysis
• Review of semi-annual Executive Summary report
• Discussion of future research areas including MPD data and traffic enforcement efforts
• Review of Master Name ID usage for tracking traffic stops and field interviews

CITY-COUNTY ADVISORY BOARD ON CLIMATE AND ECONOMIC EQUITY

The Finance Work Group meeting was cancelled on September 13, 2021. The task force planned to discuss mapping ARPA funding from city, county, and state sources to its agenda. Members also intended to outline a work plan for the remainder of Autumn 2021.

• Cancellation of the Finance Work Group meeting
• Discussion on mapping ARPA funding opportunities
• Outline of an autumn 2021 work plan
• Determination of future meeting frequency

PUBLIC SAFETY AND HEALTH COMMITTEE

The committee will discuss ordinances regarding parking and traffic controls and receive updates on COVID-19 efforts. Members will also consider the acceptance of multiple public health grants and various appointments to city boards.

• Ordinances relating to parking and traffic controls
• A $10,000 donation from Independent Care Health Plan to the Health Department
• Acceptance of various public health and laboratory capacity grants
• Agreements for vaccine provision by the Commissioner of Health
• Appointments to the Board of Health and Commission on Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault

The Public Safety and Health Committee recommended passage of ordinances on parking and traffic controls, and recommended adoption of several resolutions accepting grants, including for COVID-19 response and violence prevention. It also recommended confirmation of appointments to the Board of Health and the Commission on Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault. The committee held communications on COVID-19 update and non-emergency response times, and held one appointment.

• Recommended passage of ordinance 210729 relating to parking controls.
• Recommended passage of ordinance 210730 relating to traffic controls.
• Held communication 200043 (COVID-19 update) to call of the chair.
• Recommended adoption of resolution 210648 for Homeland Security SWAT equipment grant.
• Held communication 210791 (non-emergency response times) to call of the chair.
• Recommended adoption and assignment to Finance & Personnel for multiple grant resolutions (210503, 210504, 210505, 210506, 210507, 210656, 210684, 210686, 210687).
• Recommended adoption of resolution 210707 accepting $10,000 donation from ICare.
• Recommended adoption of resolution 210724 for vaccine agreements.

PUBLIC WORKS COMMITTEE

The Public Works Committee is reviewing several resolutions for public improvement projects and highway construction agreements with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation. The agenda includes funding for Appleton Avenue, West National Avenue, and South Chase Avenue bridge reconstruction. Members will also discuss power grid reliability and COVID-19 safety procedures at city facilities.

• $8,326,300 agreement for Appleton Avenue (STH 175) and STH 181 construction
• $300,000 project revision for West National Avenue (STH 59)
• Lease agreement for wireless antennas at two City fire stations
• Ordinance regarding right-of-way obstruction fees for persons with disabilities
• $1,617,000 for various nonassessable public improvements

The Public Works Committee unanimously recommended adoption of several resolutions for public improvement projects, including traffic calming speed humps, state highway agreements, and a lease for wireless internet antennas. It also held several items, including an ordinance on special privilege fees and communications on power outages and COVID-19 safety, to the call of the chair. All votes were 5-0.

• Approved traffic calming speed humps on N. 53rd St. and W. Becher St. (5-0)
• Recommended adoption of $200K assessable public improvements resolution (5-0)
• Substituted and recommended $6.98M nonassessable public improvements resolution (5-0)
• Substituted and recommended $323K nonassessable construction resolution (5-0)
• Recommended adoption of West National Ave (STH 59) state agreement (5-0)
• Recommended adoption of Appleton Ave (STH 175) state agreement (5-0)
• Recommended adoption of lease with PCs for People for WISP antennas at fire stations (5-0)
• Held ordinance on special privilege fees for disabilities to call of chair (5-0)

FPC TESTING AND RECRUITING COMMITTEE

The scheduled meeting of the FPC Testing and Recruiting Committee for September 9, 2021, was cancelled. No items were listed for discussion or decision.

COMMUNITY & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE

The Community & Economic Development Committee will review mayoral appointments to various boards and Business Improvement Districts. The agenda also includes a resolution regarding library legal services and a communication about eviction abatement funds.

• Resolution authorizing Milwaukee Public Library to hire DeWitt Law Firm
• Communication regarding expenditure of funds for eviction abatement
• Resolution designating August 6-13, 2022, as Bronzeville Week
• Mayoral appointments to Business Improvement Districts #4, #15, #26, and #31

The Community & Economic Development Committee recommended for adoption a resolution authorizing the Milwaukee Public Library to hire the DeWitt Law Firm for copyright and licensing legal services, and a resolution designating August 6-13, 2022, as Bronzeville Week. It also recommended for confirmation several mayoral appointments to boards and BIDs, while holding other appointments and communications for further review. All votes were unanimous (4-0).

• Recommended for adoption: Library legal services hire (DeWitt Law Firm) (4-0)
• Recommended for adoption: Bronzeville Week designation Aug 6-13, 2022 (4-0)
• Recommended for confirmation: Michael Vitucci to East Side Architectural Review Board (4-0)
• Recommended for confirmation: Tracey Heber to BID #26 (4-0)
• Recommended for confirmation: Tim Jarecki to BID #31 (4-0)
• Held to call of chair: Shane McAdams reappointment to BID #4 (4-0)
• Held to call of chair: David Emmerich appointment to BID #26 (4-0)
• Held to call of chair: Pete Pacetti reappointment to BID #15 (4-0)

LICENSES COMMITTEE

The Licenses Committee is meeting to review recommendations regarding various licenses. The committee will also consider a substitute ordinance concerning the licensing of nonconforming motor vehicle repair facilities.

• Motion relating to license recommendations (210538)
• Substitute ordinance for nonconforming motor vehicle repair facility licensing (210362)

The Licenses Committee voted unanimously to not renew the Class B tavern and public entertainment license for Points View Boite at 1619 S 1st St, based on police reports, videos, and testimony. The committee also approved most other license renewals, often with conditions like warning letters, suspensions, or amendments. Several applications were held or withdrawn.

• Nonrenewal of Points View Boite license (5-0)
• Approved La Hamaca Bar renewal with 20-day suspension (5-0)
• Approved Taylor's renewal with warning letter (5-0)
• Approved The Loaded Slate license transfer (4-1)
• Approved Walmart #2936 renewal (5-0)
• Held Diamond Star Towing renewal to call of chair (5-0)
• Denied Matthew J Miller operator's license on 4th nonappearance (4-0)
• Recommended passage of ordinance on nonconforming motor vehicle repair facilities (5-0)

CITY-COUNTY ADVISORY BOARD ON CLIMATE AND ECONOMIC EQUITY

The Task Force will hear a presentation from the Milwaukee Metropolitan Sewerage District regarding its Inflow and Infiltration Program. Members will also discuss policy and project ideas for stormwater and related infrastructure. The group will review policies and projects from other Midwestern cities for comparison.

• Presentation on MMSD's Inflow and Infiltration Program by Jerome Flogel
• Discussion of policy and project ideas for stormwater and related infrastructure
• Review of policies and projects from other Midwestern cities
• Approval of meeting minutes from July 14, 2021

FPC RESEARCH COMMITTEE

The FPC Research Committee meeting scheduled for September 7, 2021, was cancelled. No agenda items were provided for discussion or decision.

FPC RULES SUBCOMMITTEE

The scheduled meeting for the FPC Rules Subcommittee on September 7, 2021, was cancelled. No agenda items were listed for this session.

STEERING & RULES COMMITTEE

The scheduled meeting of the Milwaukee Steering & Rules Committee for September 7, 2021, was cancelled on September 2, 2021. No agenda items were listed for this session.

ETHICS BOARD

This meeting consists of procedural items, including roll call and the approval of minutes from the previous meeting. The Board may also convene in a closed session to provide confidential advice.

• Approval of previous meeting minutes
• Setting next meeting dates
• Potential closed session for confidential advice

The Milwaukee Ethics Board convened virtually, approved the previous meeting's minutes unanimously, and entered closed session to discuss confidential advisory opinion requests. No substantive decisions were made in open session; the next meeting date was to be set by email.

• Approved previous meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Convened into closed session for confidential advisory opinions (unanimous)
• Reconvened into open session (unanimous)

CITY-COUNTY ADVISORY BOARD ON CLIMATE AND ECONOMIC EQUITY

The Transportation and Mobility Work Group will discuss proposals regarding disincentivizing vehicle travel. The meeting also includes an update on outreach events and a review of previous minutes.

• Discussion of Disincentivizing Vehicle Travel Proposals
• Update on Outreach Events

The Transportation and Mobility Work Group of the City-County Task Force on Climate and Economic Equity met virtually and discussed 11 proposals to disincentivize vehicle travel, including transit-oriented development zoning, parking reforms, and a transportation plan. No formal votes were taken; the group is targeting late October or early November for working groups to submit plans for the comprehensive climate and equity plan. The August 24 minutes were approved.

• Approved August 24 minutes
• Discussed VD#1: Transit Oriented Development zoning districts — DCD studying zoning code, broader guidance possible in-house
• Discussed VD#2: Zoning code update to expand housing choice — needs funding and consultant, not currently funded
• Discussed VD#3: Advocate for inclusionary zoning — regular state lobbying, TIF conditions explored
• Discussed VD#4: Revisit parking in zoning code — limited to new developments
• Discussed VD#5: Variable priced metered parking — consultant analysis this year, repricing possible next year
• Discussed VD#6: Reallocate parking revenue — brainstormed ideas, not finalized
• Discussed VD#7: Re-envision underutilized parking lots — starting with City-owned lots, no concrete goal set

FIRE AND POLICE COMMISSION

The Fire and Police Commission agenda for September 2, 2021, contains only procedural information. The scheduled executive session for this meeting was cancelled.

• Cancellation of the scheduled executive session

FIRE AND POLICE COMMISSION

The commission will determine the selection process for the next Milwaukee Police Chief. The agenda also includes several amendments to standard operating procedures regarding use of force, body worn cameras, and arrest authority. Additionally, the board will review various job announcements and personnel appointments for both departments.

• Selection process for the position of Chief of Police
• Amendments to police procedures for use of force and body worn cameras
• Rescinding of Fire Cadet, Firefighter, and 911 Operator appointments
• Approval of job announcement bulletins for various department roles
• Promotions for Fire Captain and Fire Lieutenant positions

The Commission voted 6-0 to invite Acting Chief Jeffrey Norman to apply as the only candidate for the Chief of Police position, with a process including written materials, an interview, and public community meetings. The Commission also approved numerous personnel actions, including promotions, appointments, and rescissions, and referred several policy amendments to committee. One appointment was held over, and two items were held or tabled.

• Adopted consent agenda items including approval of August 10, 2021 minutes and various eligibility lists and job announcements.
• Approved rescission of 5 Fire Cadet appointments, 12 Firefighter appointments (with one held over), 3 911 Operator appointments, and 1 Office Assistant III appointment.
• Adopted motion to invite Acting Chief Jeffrey Norman to apply as the only candidate for Chief of Police, with added steps for written materials, interview, and community meetings.
• Referred amendments to SOPs 001, 082, 085, 220, 450, 460, and 747 to the Policies and Standards Committee for September 23, 2021 meeting.
• Held Heavy Equipment Operator Job Announcement Bulletin to call of the chair.
• Adopted Fire Cadet Job Announcement Bulletin.
• Held SOP 320-Canines amendment in commission until September 16, 2021 meeting.
• Adopted amendments to SOPs 410, 727, 114, and Unexplained Infant Death SOI, and created Traffic Safety Unit SOI.

BOARD OF HEALTH

The Board of Health will elect new officers and review a proposal for the Office of Violence Prevention requested by the Governor's office. The meeting also includes discussions on DHS 140 certification and health department collaborations.

• Election of Board of Health officers
• Office of Violence Prevention proposal presentation
• Discussion of DHS 140 certification
• Milwaukee Health Department branch collaboration updates
• Lead Program discussion

The Board of Health approved the August 5, 2021 meeting minutes and elected Ruthie Burich-Weatherly as Chair and Ericka Sinclair as Vice President, both without opposition. The board received updates from the Health Commissioner on COVID-19 response and from the Office of Violence Prevention on its grant and ARPA funding request. No other formal decisions were made; items on DHS 140 certification, lead program, strategic planning, and branch collaborations were discussed only.

• Approved August 5, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Elected Ruthie Burich-Weatherly as Chair (unanimous)
• Elected Ericka Sinclair as Vice President (unanimous)

FINANCE & PERSONNEL COMMITTEE

The Finance & Personnel Committee is reviewing resolutions to allocate American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds. These proposals include funding for emergency medical services, a reckless driving initiative, and eviction prevention under the Milwaukee Stronger Summer Plan.

• Appropriation of ARPA funds for Milwaukee Stronger Summer Plan (210547)
• ARPA fund appropriation for emergency medical services augmentation (210743)
• ARPA fund appropriation for a reckless driving initiative (210745)
• ARPA fund appropriation for eviction prevention - Milwaukee right to counsel (210738)

The Finance & Personnel Committee recommended adoption of three American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding resolutions: $6,000,000 for a Department of Public Works reckless driving initiative, $1,150,000 for a Police Department reckless driving initiative, and an eviction prevention right-to-counsel program. A resolution for the Stronger Summer Plan was held to the call of the chair. All votes were 5-0 except the police allocation, which passed 3-2.

• Held Stronger Summer Plan resolution to call of chair (5-0)
• Substituted and recommended EMS augmentation project (5-0)
• Amended DPW reckless driving allocation to $6,000,000 (5-0)
• Recommended DPW reckless driving initiative (5-0)
• Recommended Police reckless driving initiative (3-2)
• Recommended eviction prevention right-to-counsel (5-0)

EQUAL RIGHTS COMMISSION

The Outreach & Education Committee will review sub-committee reports regarding the ERC Toolkit and IHRD 2021 updates. The committee will also discuss the Outreach & Education Budget and review recent "Lunch N Learn" sessions.

• ERC Toolkit Update report
• IHRD 2021 Updates report
• Outreach & Education Budget discussion
• Review of July and August Lunch N Learn recaps
• Status of upcoming Lunch N Learn topics through January 2022

CITY-COUNTY ADVISORY BOARD ON CLIMATE AND ECONOMIC EQUITY

The City-County Task Force on Climate and Economic Equity will review minutes from August 4th and receive updates from work groups. The meeting includes discussions on next steps for drafting a plan document and communication regarding the task force's final report.

• Review and approval of August 4th minutes
• Work group updates and membership changes
• Next steps for drafting a plan document
• Communication regarding the final report and activities

The City-County Task Force on Climate and Economic Equity approved amended minutes from August 4, added two members to the Land Use work group, and discussed progress updates from all work groups. No formal policy decisions were made; the group is still gathering input and plans to hire a consultant in 2022.

• Approved August 4 minutes as amended (no objections)
• Added Bridget Brown and Dulmini Jayawarda to Land Use work group (no objections)

EQUAL RIGHTS COMMISSION

The Communications Committee of the Equal Rights Commission is meeting to discuss communication activities and the 2021 budget. The committee will also address strategic plan priorities, outreach events, and draft proclamations for autumn 2021.

• Review of 2021 Communication Activities Budget
• Discussion of Strategic Plan priority activities
• Review of ERC logo and one-pager
• Drafts for Autumn 2021 proclamations
• Election of Committee Vice Chair

LICENSES COMMITTEE

The committee is scheduled to review a motion related to the recommendations of the Licenses Committee concerning licenses. Detailed information for this item can be found by searching file 210365.

• Motion 210365 regarding license recommendations

The Licenses Committee met and approved a large number of license applications, including those for beer, food, amusement machines, towing, and secondhand dealers. All approvals were unanimous (3-0) among the present members, with two members excused. The committee also issued warning letters for several license applications and approved a motion to recommend the overall license recommendations for approval.

• Approved Class B Beer and Temporary Food Dealer licenses for Angelos Pizza, Venice Club, and The Charcoal Grill & Rotisserie.
• Approved Class B Beer licenses for Belair Cantina and Maders.
• Approved Recycling, Salvaging or Towing Vehicle licenses for Whitewall Tire Co., Junksmiths, Page Towing, and others.
• Approved Amusement Machine licenses for various establishments, including Wisconsin Skill Games, Stark Foods, and Capitol Court Citgo.
• Approved unusual circumstance waivers to reinstate licenses for Stark Foods and Liquor IV and Lincoln Market Inc.
• Approved Class B Tavern, Food Dealer, and Public Entertainment Premises licenses for numerous establishments, including 3rd St Market Hall, Electric Lime, and Buck Bradley's Eatery & Saloon.
• Approved warning letters for several Class D Operator's License applications and renewals.
• Recommended the overall motion relating to licenses for approval.

COMMON COUNCIL

The Common Council will consider resolutions regarding revenue bonds, leases, and capital improvements for Port Milwaukee. The agenda also includes a procedure for allocating American Rescue Plan Act funds and a resolution supporting tenant representation in eviction proceedings.

• $6,900,000 financing lease for Port Milwaukee capital improvements
• Ground lease for an agricultural terminal at Port Milwaukee
• Procedure for allocating American Rescue Plan Act funds
• Resolution supporting tenant 'Right to Counsel' in eviction proceedings
• Approval of final certified survey maps

The Common Council approved a package of Port Milwaukee financing measures, including revenue bonds, a ground lease for an agricultural terminal, and a $6.9 million capital improvement lease. It also adopted a procedure for allocating American Rescue Plan Act funds, with Ald. Spiker's substitute version prevailing. A resolution supporting tenant right to counsel in eviction proceedings was adopted unanimously.

• Approved the Licenses Committee recommendations on licenses (14-0, Lewis excused)
• Adopted resolution authorizing revenue bonds and leases for Port Milwaukee (14-0, Lewis excused)
• Adopted resolution granting a ground lease for an agricultural terminal at Port Milwaukee (14-0, Lewis excused)
• Adopted resolution authorizing a $6,900,000 financing lease for Port Milwaukee capital improvements (14-0, Lewis excused)
• Adopted resolution approving final certified survey maps (15-0)
• Approved a substitute motion establishing an ARPA fund allocation procedure (14-1, Coggs opposed)
• Adopted resolution supporting tenant 'Right to Counsel' in eviction proceedings (15-0)

CITY-COUNTY ADVISORY BOARD ON CLIMATE AND ECONOMIC EQUITY

The Green Buildings Work Group will discuss updates on ARPA funding for energy efficiency and clean energy jobs. The meeting also includes updates on the partnership with the Green and Healthy Homes Initiative and commercial building recommendations.

• Approval of August 4, 2021, meeting minutes
• Update on ARPA funding for energy efficiency and clean energy jobs
• Update on partnership with the Green and Healthy Homes Initiative
• Update on Commercial Buildings recommendations

The Green Buildings Work Group of the City-County Task Force on Climate and Economic Equity met virtually and approved the minutes from the August 4, 2021 meeting. Members discussed updates on the Green and Healthy Homes Initiative partnership, the mayor's ARPA proposal including $5M for energy efficiency and $2.7M for green jobs, and commercial building code recommendations. No formal decisions were made beyond approving the minutes; the group tabled future agenda items and adjourned.

• Approved minutes from 8.4.21 Green Buildings Work Group meeting (no objections)
• Tabled suggestions for future meeting agenda items
• Adjourned at 11:30 am on motion of Hittman

FINANCE & PERSONNEL COMMITTEE

The Finance & Personnel Committee is considering resolutions related to Port Milwaukee operations. These items include authorizing revenue bonds, a ground lease for an agricultural terminal, and a financing lease for capital improvements.

• Resolution for revenue bonds and leases for Port Milwaukee
• Ground lease for an agricultural terminal at Port Milwaukee
• Financing lease up to $6,900,000 for Port Milwaukee capital improvements

The Finance & Personnel Committee voted 5-0 to recommend three resolutions to the Common Council: issuing revenue bonds and leases for Port Milwaukee, granting a ground lease for an agricultural terminal, and authorizing a $6.9 million financing lease for port capital improvements. All items were recommended for adoption and will be referred to the September 1, 2021 Common Council meeting.

• Recommended revenue bonds and leases for Port Milwaukee (5-0)
• Recommended ground lease for agricultural terminal development (5-0)
• Recommended $6.9M financing lease for Port capital improvements (5-0)

COMMUNITY INTERVENTION TASK FORCE

The Milwaukee Police Department Diversion Task Force will discuss opportunities for ARPA funding allocation. The group will also review its mission statement, potential name change, and structural processes.

• Discussion on ARPA funding allocation and opportunities
• Review of task force enabling legislation and mission statement
• Potential task force name change
• Consideration of adding a prevention component to the task force structure

The Milwaukee Police Department Diversion Task Force voted to extend its final report deadline by six months and changed its name to the Community Intervention Task Force. Members also approved adding a prevention component to the task force's scope and tabled approval of a proposed mission statement until the next meeting. The group received an overview of ARPA funding allocations, including $3.8 million already spent on youth summer jobs and potential funds for violence prevention and other priorities.

• Approved the July 19, 2021 meeting minutes without objection.
• Extended the task force's final report submission deadline by six months (motion by Lipski, seconded by Neubauer).
• Removed 'Alternative Response Task Force' and 'Milwaukee Crisis Response Task Force' from name consideration (motion by Lipski, seconded by Smith).
• Approved changing the task force name to 'Community Intervention Task Force' (motion by Lipski, seconded by Todd).
• Held approval of the proposed mission statement until the next meeting to allow amendments (motion by Lewis).
• Added a prevention component to the task force's scope (motion by Lipski, seconded by Hargarten).

COMMUNITY COLLABORATIVE COMMISSION - COMMUNITY SURVEY & RESEARCH COMMITTEE

The Committee will discuss updates on the Community Survey resolution timeline and review data integrity issues involving Milwaukee Police Department traffic stop records. Members will also discuss future research focus areas and the committee's semi-annual report.

• Update on Community Survey resolution timeline
• Review of MPD data integrity issues regarding CAD, TraCS, and RMS numbers
• Discussion of future research focus areas including MPD data and FPC activities
• Discussion of the committee's semi-annual report

The committee unanimously approved the August 9, 2021 minutes. They discussed data integrity issues in MPD traffic stop and field interview records, where mismatched CAD numbers prevent full data linkage. The committee agreed to prepare a motion for the full CCC to follow up with settlement agreement parties, and held other agenda items for future meetings.

• Approved minutes from August 9, 2021 meeting (unanimous)
• Updated consultant specifications for community survey with flexible timelines
• Agreed to prepare a motion on MPD data integrity for next CCC meeting
• Held discussion of future research areas until next meeting

EQUAL RIGHTS COMMISSION

The meeting includes onboarding new commissioners and planning a commission retreat. The agenda also covers commission priorities for the remainder of the year and reviewing budget items and disbursements.

• On-boarding of New Commissioners
• Commission and Committee Priorities Through the end of 2021
• Commission and Committee Budget Items and Disbursements
• Discussion on future meeting formats (Virtual, In-Person or Hybrid)

CITY-COUNTY ADVISORY BOARD ON CLIMATE AND ECONOMIC EQUITY

The City-County Task Force on Climate and Economic Equity is meeting to discuss active modes proposals. The agenda also includes reviewing previous minutes and determining next steps for future meetings.

• Discussion of Active Modes Proposals
• Review and approval of minutes

The City-County Task Force on Climate and Economic Equity's Transportation Work Group met virtually and approved the previous meeting's minutes. Members discussed several active transportation proposals, including protected bike lanes, design changes to high-injury corridors, and adopting NACTO's Urban Street Design, but took no formal votes or decisions. The next meeting was scheduled for September 7, 2021.

• Approved previous meeting minutes
• Scheduled next meeting for September 7, 2021 at 11:00 AM

CITY PLAN COMMISSION

The City Plan Commission will hold public hearings on electric vehicle charging regulations and a new Bronzeville overlay zone. The meeting also includes reviews of site plans for developments at 333 North Water Street and North Edison Street.

• Public hearing on zoning regulations for electric vehicle charging facilities
• Rezoning of 333 North Water Street for mixed-use development
• Site plan approval for a Riverwalk connection at 333 North Water Street
• Creation of the Bronzeville Cultural and Entertainment District Overlay Zone
• Approval of the City of Milwaukee Industrial Land Analysis

The City Plan Commission unanimously recommended passage of an ordinance updating zoning regulations for electric vehicle supply equipment and charging facilities. It also recommended rezoning at 333 North Water Street to allow a mixed-use development, approved related Riverwalk and site plan resolutions, and recommended creating a Bronzeville Cultural and Entertainment District interim study overlay zone. All votes were 7-0 except the Industrial Land Analysis, which passed 6-0 with one excusal.

• Recommended EV charging zoning ordinance for passage (7-0)
• Recommended rezoning at 333 N Water St to Downtown-Residential for mixed-use (7-0)
• Approved Riverwalk connection and site plan for 333 N Water St (7-0)
• Approved site plan and Riverwalk changes at 1005 N Edison St (7-0)
• Recommended Bronzeville Cultural and Entertainment District interim overlay zone (7-0)
• Recommended study plan for Bronzeville overlay zone (7-0)
• Recommended Industrial Land Analysis and Citywide Policy Plan amendment (6-0)

COMMUNITY COLLABORATIVE COMMISSION - COMMUNITY SURVEY & RESEARCH COMMITTEE

The August 23, 2021, meeting of the Community Survey & Research Committee was cancelled. The scheduled agenda included reviewing MPD data integrity issues and discussing future research focus areas.

• Review of MPD data integrity issues regarding mismatched CAD, TraCS, and RMS numbers
• Discussion of committee research focus areas
• Review of semi-annual report of committee activities

AMBULANCE SERVICE BOARD

The Ambulance Service Board will discuss options for addressing labor supply, dispatch issues, and patient demand in the EMS system. Several proposals include identifying city funds for MFD agreements with BLS providers and resident EMS education. The board will also consider modifying reporting to a calendar year.

• Proposal for City to identify funds for MFD agreement with BLS providers
• Proposal for City to identify funds for MFD-led resident EMS education
• Proposal for MFD to enter into Community EMS Student Program (CESP) agreement
• Proposal to request investigation of gaps in higher education EMS pipelines
• Proposal to modify ASB reporting to calendar year

The board heard reports on EMS labor shortages, dispatch system upgrades, and potential system improvements, but took no formal votes. Proposals discussed included using $2 million in city funds to retain BLS providers, offering EMS education to residents, and exploring partnerships with higher education institutions. No decisions were made; the meeting was informational.

ETHICS BOARD

The Milwaukee Ethics Board will examine newly filed Statement of Economic Interest Forms for clarity and completeness. The meeting includes a staff report on office activities from the previous month and may include a closed session to consider confidential advice.

• Review of newly filed Statement of Economic Interest Forms
• Staff report on monthly office activities
• Approval of minutes from the previous meeting

The Milwaukee Ethics Board met virtually and approved the minutes from the previous meeting. The board convened into closed session to discuss confidential advisory opinions, then reconvened in open session. It approved statements of economic interest for Edward Fallone and Joan Kessler, and received a staff report noting one response was sent out.

• Approved minutes from previous meeting (unanimous)
• Convened into closed session for confidential advice (unanimous)
• Approved statement of economic interest for Edward Fallone
• Approved statement of economic interest for Joan Kessler

CITY-COUNTY ADVISORY BOARD ON CLIMATE AND ECONOMIC EQUITY

The Green Buildings Work Group will review updates on draft policy and project recommendations. The group will also review draft survey questions intended to gather feedback on specific recommendations.

• Approval of August 4, 2021, meeting minutes
• Review of draft policy and project recommendation updates
• Review of draft survey questions for feedback collection

BOARD OF CITY SERVICE COMMISSIONERS

The Board of City Service Commissioners will hold its annual meeting to elect a President and Vice President. The commission will also consider a request from the Department of Public Works to extend an employee's probationary period for three months.

• Election of President
• Election of Vice President
• Extension of probationary period for Eric Humphrey, Operations Driver Worker

The Board of City Service Commissioners approved the minutes from its July 27, 2021 meeting, re-elected Frank Bock as President and Marilyn Miller as Vice President, and approved a three-month extension of the probationary period for DPW Operations Driver Worker Eric Humphrey. All decisions were unanimous. Commissioner Monteagudo noted that August 18, 2021 would be her last day on the commission.

• Approved minutes from July 27, 2021 meeting (3-0, 2 abstentions)
• Re-elected Frank Bock as President (5-0)
• Re-elected Marilyn Miller as Vice President (5-0)
• Approved 3-month probation extension for Eric Humphrey (5-0)

HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION

The commission will hold public hearings regarding temporary historic designations for two houses on N. Summit Avenue. The agenda also includes a request for the demolition of a lighthouse at 3138 N. Cambridge Avenue.

• Temporary historic designation for 2275 N. Summit Avenue
• Temporary historic designation for 2279 N. Summit Avenue
• Demolition of the lighthouse at 3138 N. Cambridge Avenue

The Historic Preservation Commission voted 5-0 to temporarily designate two William Spence houses at 2275 and 2279 N. Summit Avenue as historic, despite opposition from the owner and some neighbors. The commission also held a demolition request for a lighthouse at 3138 N. Cambridge Avenue, pending submission of new construction drawings.

• Adopted temporary historic designation for 2275 N. Summit Ave (5-0)
• Adopted temporary historic designation for 2279 N. Summit Ave (5-0)
• Held certificate of appropriateness for lighthouse demolition at 3138 N. Cambridge Ave (4-0)

TRAVAUX INC. BOARD OF DIRECTORS

The Travaux, Inc. Board of Directors will meet to approve minutes from the July 15, 2021 meeting. The board will also consider a motion accepting Willie Hines, Jr. as Acting Director and Acting President. An update on property management operations and a report from the President are also scheduled.

• Approval of July 15, 2021 minutes
• Motion to accept Willie Hines, Jr. as Acting Director and Acting President
• Update of Travaux, Inc.’s Property Management Operation
• Report from the President

The Travaux Inc. Board of Directors approved minutes from July 15, 2021, and accepted Willie Hines Jr. as Acting Director and Acting President. HACM decided to manage its own properties, not expanding its agreement with Travaux, and will revisit the property management agreement in the future. The board discussed the Caroline project and referred it to the Development and Construction Committee for examination.

• Approved minutes of July 15, 2021 meeting (9-0)
• Accepted Willie Hines Jr. as Acting Director and Acting President (8-0, 1 abstention)

HOUSING AUTHORITY

The Housing Authority of the City of Milwaukee will conduct a public hearing regarding proposed changes to its 2021 Annual Plan. The agenda also includes presentations on Hillside Terrace and second quarter financial reports. Additionally, the board will consider property management agreements and a name change for a community service instrumentality.

• Public hearing on amendments to the 2021 HACM Annual Plan
• Presentation on Hillside Terrace
• Second Quarter Financial Reports for the period ending June 30, 2021
• Resolution approving a name change from Crucible, Inc. to Beyond Housing MKE, Inc.
• Resolution approving property management agreements

FIRE AND POLICE COMMISSION

The Fire and Police Commission met to consider the selection process for the Milwaukee Police Department Chief. The commission also reviewed minutes from the July 15, 2021 meeting. Public comments were heard during the session.

• Resolution FPC21252 regarding the Chief of Police selection process
• Resolution FPC21253 to approve July 15, 2021 meeting minutes
• Public comments from Marty Wall and Paul Mozina

The Fire and Police Commission voted unanimously to terminate the current selection process for the position of Chief of Police of the Milwaukee Police Department. The commission also approved the minutes from the July 15, 2021 meeting. The meeting was a special virtual session with public comment from two individuals.

• Approved July 15, 2021 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Terminated current police chief selection process (7-0)

ZONING CODE TECHNICAL COMMITTEE

The committee will review a substitute ordinance regarding zoning regulations for electric vehicle supply equipment and charging facilities. This item is sponsored by Aldermen Kovac and Johnson.

• Substitute ordinance 210486 relating to zoning regulations for electric vehicle supply equipment and charging facilities

The Zoning Code Technical Committee reviewed a substitute ordinance creating zoning regulations for electric vehicle supply equipment and charging facilities. The ordinance was moved forward as meeting standards of legality, enforceability, administrative efficiency, and consistency with the zoning code format. No objections were raised, and the meeting adjourned.

• Moved to approve EV charging zoning ordinance (no objection)

COMMUNITY COLLABORATIVE COMMISSION - COMMUNITY SURVEY & RESEARCH COMMITTEE

The committee will conduct a final review of the Community Survey Resolution. Members will also discuss Tableau Dashboards displaying Milwaukee Police Department data and address issues regarding MPD source data integrity.

• Final review and additions to Community Survey Resolution
• Introduction to Tableau Dashboards for MPD data
• Review of MPD source data integrity issues
• Recommendations regarding the Collins/ACLU Settlement Agreement

The committee unanimously approved the minutes from July 26, 2021, and finalized the Community Survey Resolution, correcting the file number to 191106 and adding requirements for capturing interviewee location data. Members discussed analyzing MPD data from the FPC website, noting concerns about disproportionate field interviews and data quality issues, and agreed to continue scoping the research and drafting a report for the next meeting.

• Approved minutes from July 26, 2021 (unanimous)
• Finalized Community Survey Resolution with corrected file number 191106 and added zip code, aldermanic district, and MPD district data capture

CITY-COUNTY ADVISORY BOARD ON CLIMATE AND ECONOMIC EQUITY

The City-County Task Force on Climate and Economic Equity is meeting to discuss progress on summer event planning across several sectors. The agenda also includes updates regarding NSP Community Liaisons and tabling efforts.

• Progress updates on summer events for residential efficiency, transportation, land use, resilience ambassadors, commercial buildings, green jobs, and waste
• Status update on NSP Community Liaisons
• Approval of July 26, 2021 meeting minutes

The City-County Task Force on Climate and Economic Equity met virtually and approved the minutes from July 26, 2021. Members discussed updates on community liaison orientations, a paid media proposal for Black and Brown communities, and progress on summer events, including a Green Jobs event scheduled for August 24. No formal policy decisions were made; the meeting focused on planning and coordination.

• Approved minutes from July 26, 2021
• Confirmed radio ad on V100.7 for Green Jobs event
• Scheduled Green Jobs event for August 24 at Wisconsin Black Historical Society
• Scheduled next meeting for August 23 at 11:00 AM

BOARD OF HEALTH

The Board of Health will review the 2020 Annual Report for the Milwaukee Health Department. The meeting includes presentations on the ARPA Mayor’s Phase I: Stronger Summer Proposal and an Office of Violence Prevention proposal. Members will also discuss updates regarding the Lead Program and DHS 140 Certification.

• 2020 Annual Report presentation
• ARPA Mayor’s Phase I: Stronger Summer Proposal presentation
• Office of Violence Prevention proposal presentation
• DHS 140 Certification updates
• Lead Program updates

The Board of Health met virtually and received informational updates from the health commissioner on COVID-19, vaccination rates, and masking recommendations, as well as the 2020 annual report, the mayor's ARPA Stronger Summer proposal, and the lead program. No formal votes were taken on these items; the only action was approving the June 3, 2021 meeting minutes. The Office of Violence Prevention presentation was held to September because the director could not attend.

• Approved June 3, 2021 meeting minutes (motion by Ramey, second by Grant, none opposed)
• Heard COVID-19/vaccine/masking update from Commissioner Johnson
• Heard MHD 2020 Annual Report presentation by Deputy Commissioner Murph
• Heard ARPA Stronger Summer proposal presentation by Aaron Szopinski
• Held Office of Violence Prevention item to September (director absent)
• Heard DHS 140 certification timeline update
• Heard Lead Program update from Deputy Commissioner Weber
• Heard Strategic Planning update

CITY-COUNTY ADVISORY BOARD ON CLIMATE AND ECONOMIC EQUITY

The Transportation and Mobility Work Group will discuss fuel shift proposals and an outreach and education plan. The group also plans to review subgroup preliminary proposals.

• Outreach and Education Plan
• Plan for Building Out Subgroup Preliminary Proposals
• Discussion of Fuel Shift Proposals

CITY-COUNTY ADVISORY BOARD ON CLIMATE AND ECONOMIC EQUITY

The Task Force will decide on future meeting formats and review updates from work groups. Members will also analyze potential grant or funding sources for task force goals. Additionally, the group will discuss progress on "the 10 big ideas."

• Review and approval of the Employment Equity Metric
• Decision on future meeting formats (in-person, virtual, or hybrid)
• Analysis of potential grant or funding sources for task force goals
• Progress update on "the 10 big ideas"

The City-County Task Force on Climate and Economic Equity approved the Employment Equity Metric, a tool to track job quality and equity in green jobs, with no objections. Members also decided to continue virtual meetings due to the Delta variant and approved several work group membership changes. Updates were given on a $2.7 million clean energy jobs package and a $200,000 EPA grant, but no final decisions were made on those items.

• Approved Employment Equity Metric (no objections)
• Continued virtual meetings due to Delta variant (no objections)
• Removed Stephanie Mercado from Education and Outreach (no objections)
• Removed Dan Basil and Nate Holt, added Megan Severson to Transportation and Mobility (no objections)
• Added George Martin to Accountability Work Group (no objections)
• Approved July 7 minutes with correction (no objections)

CITY-COUNTY ADVISORY BOARD ON CLIMATE AND ECONOMIC EQUITY

The Green Buildings Work Group will review minutes from the June 23, 2021 meeting. The agenda includes a presentation on commercial benchmarking and building performance standards. Members will also discuss community feedback and the Green and Healthy Homes Initiative.

• Presentation on Commercial Benchmarking and Building Performance Standards
• Approval of June 23, 2021 meeting minutes
• Discussion of Green and Healthy Homes Initiative
• Review of community feedback and public events

The Green Buildings Work Group of the City-County Task Force on Climate and Economic Equity met virtually and approved the minutes from the June 23, 2021 meeting. The group heard a presentation from the Institute for Market Transformation on commercial benchmarking and building performance standards, and discussed community feedback, public events, and the Green and Healthy Homes Initiative. No formal policy decisions were made; review of draft policy recommendations was tabled to the next meeting.

• Approved minutes from 6.23.21 Green Buildings Work Group meeting (no objections)
• Tabled review of draft policy and project recommendations to August 18 meeting

HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION

The Commission will hold public hearings on several requests for Certificates of Appropriateness. These include masonry repairs, window replacements, and the demolition of a lighthouse at 3138 N. Cambridge Avenue. The meeting also includes a review of a National Register nomination for the Marshall & Ilsley Bank Building.

• Demolition of the lighthouse at 3138 N. Cambridge Avenue
• Alterations to State Street Bascule Bridge abutments
• Retroactive approval for EIFS installation at 210 E. Michigan Street
• National Register nomination review for Marshall & Ilsley Bank Building
• Window replacements at 2602 N. Grant Boulevard and 2104 E. Lafayette Place

The Milwaukee Historic Preservation Commission denied a Certificate of Appropriateness for retroactive approval of EIFS installation on the north wall of 210 E. Michigan Street (Grand Avenue Club), citing visual incongruity and potential water problems, but granted a mothball status for the north facade. The commission also approved several other certificates, including window replacement at 2602 N. Grant Boulevard, alterations to the State Street Bascule Bridge, and a National Register nomination for the Marshall & Ilsley Bank Building. Items for porch repairs at 1825 N. 1st Street and a window replacement at 2104 E. Lafayette Place were placed on file, while demolition of the lighthouse at 3138 N. Cambridge Avenue and masonry repairs at 701 W. Historic Mitchell Street were held for further information.

• Denied COA for EIFS at 210 E. Michigan St., granted mothball (5-0)
• Approved COA for window replacement at 2602 N. Grant Blvd. with 6-month mothball (5-0)
• Approved COA for State Street Bascule Bridge alterations with railing preservation condition (5-0)
• Held demolition request for lighthouse at 3138 N. Cambridge Ave. until Aug. 12 (4-0)
• Held masonry repairs at 701 W. Historic Mitchell St. until September (5-0)
• Placed on file porch repair request at 1825 N. 1st St. (5-0)
• Placed on file withdrawn window replacement at 2104 E. Lafayette Pl. (5-0)
• Approved National Register nomination for Marshall & Ilsley Bank Building (5-0)

BRONZEVILLE ADVISORY COMMITTEE

The committee will review and make recommendations regarding RFP proposals for 1937 N. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Drive. The agenda also includes a discussion on advancing a Bronzeville Overlay Zone and receiving public testimony. Additionally, the committee will receive an update on Bronzeville Week.

• Review of RFP proposals for 1937 N. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Drive
• Discussion on advancing a Bronzeville Overlay Zone
• Public testimony regarding the overlay zone
• Bronzeville Week update

The Bronzeville Advisory Committee approved a motion to advance an Interim Study Overlay Zone for the Bronzeville Cultural and Entertainment District, which would require BOZA review of development proposals while a long-term overlay is studied. The committee also awarded the RFP for 1937 N. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Drive to Cetonia Weston-Roy for the Niche Book Bar development. The meeting was a special public hearing held virtually.

• Approved motion to advance Interim Study Overlay Zone for Bronzeville (no objection)
• Awarded 1937 N. MLK Jr. Dr. RFP to Cetonia Weston-Roy for Niche Book Bar (no objection)
• Approved minutes from July 19, 2021 meeting (no objection)

COMMUNITY COLLABORATIVE COMMISSION

The Commission will address questions regarding the 6-month CJI report and vote on an official statement about it. The meeting also includes discussions on draft 'Use of Force' language and a resolution to hire a consultant for a community survey.

• Approval of Commission statement on the 6-month CJI report
• Discussion on draft 'Use of Force' language
• Resolution to hire a consultant for a community survey
• Update on the status of the Police Chief

EQUAL RIGHTS COMMISSION

The Equal Rights Commission will review an update to the Strategic Plan Worksheet and consider a request for an Ad Hoc Committee. The meeting also includes calendar updates.

• Strategic Plan Worksheet Update
• Request for Ad Hoc Committee
• Calendar Updates

COMMON COUNCIL

The Milwaukee Common Council is considering several resolutions related to infrastructure and city funding. This includes authorizing highway construction, approving bridge engineering funds, and reviewing various public improvement projects.

• Construction of North Mayfair Road/N Lovers Lane Road (STH 100) at an estimated total cost of $16,824,750
• Funding for design engineering of six City-owned bridges at an estimated total cost of $2,139,000
• Sale of up to $275,000,000 in Revenue Anticipation Notes to finance the Milwaukee Public Schools operating budget
• Name change of Lindbergh Park to Lucille Berrien Park
• Approval of nonassessable public improvements with a total estimated cost of $12,312,000

The Common Council approved a wide range of items, including a resolution authorizing up to $275 million in Revenue Anticipation Notes to finance Milwaukee Public Schools' operating budget, several license actions (nonrenewal, suspensions, renewals), multiple zoning changes, and various grants and agreements. A resolution to create a Universal Basic Income program was referred to committee, and a business cooperative grant program was not acted on.

• Approved $275M Revenue Anticipation Notes for MPS operating budget (15-0)
• Nonrenewed Recycling, Salvaging, or Towing license for MKE Junk Junkies LLC (15-0)
• Renewed El Cielo Bar license with 10-day suspension (15-0)
• Renewed Pho Cali Restaurant license with 10-day suspension (15-0)
• Approved zoning change for 1540 N Jefferson St to commercial (15-0)
• Approved zoning change for 1887 N Water St to multi-family (15-0)
• Referred UBI program resolution to Community & Economic Development Committee (15-0)
• Approved settlement of Alfonso Morales lawsuits (15-0)

FPC POLICIES AND STANDARDS COMMITTEE

The FPC Policies and Standards Committee will consider several resolutions to amend department instructions and procedures. These include updates to protocols for domestic violence, search warrants, and canine operations. The committee will also discuss creating a new instruction for the Traffic Safety Unit.

• Amendments to domestic violence and death notification procedures
• Creation of the Traffic Safety Unit Standard Operating Instruction
• Updates to search warrant and canine operating procedures
• Amendments to sensitive crimes and financial crime complaint instructions

The Fire and Police Commission Policies and Standards Committee recommended adoption of amendments to several police standard operating procedures (SOPs) and instructions, including financial crime complaints, death notifications, domestic violence, unexplained infant death investigations, traffic safety unit creation, and canines. The committee tabled a resolution to amend SOP 970 on search warrants and held in commission a resolution to amend the Sensitive Crimes Division SOI. All votes were unanimous except the tabled search warrant resolution (4-2) and the traffic safety and canine resolutions (4-0 with three excused).

• Approved March 25, 2021 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Held in commission resolution to amend Sensitive Crimes Division SOI (6-0)
• Recommended adoption of SOP 410 Financial Crime Complaints amendment (6-0)
• Recommended adoption of SOP 727 Death Notifications amendment (6-0)
• Recommended adoption of SOP 114 Domestic Violence amendment (6-0)
• Recommended adoption of Unexplained Infant Death SOI amendment (6-0)
• Tabled SOP 970 Search Warrants amendment (4-2)
• Recommended adoption of Traffic Safety Unit SOI creation (4-0)

FPC COMPLAINTS AND DISCIPLINE COMMITTEE

The FPC Complaints and Discipline Committee will consider approving the Milwaukee Police Department’s discipline matrix. The committee will also review communications from investigators regarding citizen complaints.

• Resolution to approve MPD’s Discipline Matrix (FPC20383)
• Communication from FPC Investigators regarding citizen complaints (FPC21167)
• Approval of May 25, 2021 meeting minutes (FPC21251)

The Fire and Police Commission Complaints and Discipline Committee approved the May 25, 2021 meeting minutes (5-0, with one abstention and one excused) and placed a communication from FPC investigators regarding citizen complaints on file (6-0, with one excused). A resolution to approve MPD's Discipline Matrix was held to the call of the chair and will be discussed at the next meeting on September 21, 2021. No public comments were made.

• Approved May 25, 2021 meeting minutes (5-0, Kessler abstained, Crouther excused)
• Placed FPC investigators' communication on citizen complaints on file (6-0, Crouther excused)
• Held MPD Discipline Matrix resolution to call of the chair, deferred to September 21, 2021

FPC LITIGATION SUBCOMMITTEE

The FPC Litigation Subcommittee meeting scheduled for July 27, 2021, was cancelled. No agenda items were provided for discussion or decision.