Mukwonago public meetings in 2021

Village Board

The Village Board will consider development proposals for the Chapman Farms Subdivision and a car wash at 809 S Rochester St. The agenda includes votes on the 2022 fee schedule, salary schedules, and infrastructure change orders. The board will also review various contract approvals and financial reimbursements.

• Chapman Farms Subdivision preliminary plat and development agreements
• Adoption of the 2022 Fee Schedule (Resolution 2021-102)
• $72,200.00 change order for DeBack Drive Infrastructure
• $120,400 purchase requisition for a John Deere loader
• Special exception for wall signs at 240 Maple Ave

The Village Board approved the 2022 Fee Schedule (Resolution 2021-102) with a flat fee adjustment for master plan amendments, despite public concerns about fee increases. The board also approved a $2,500 donation to the Phantom Lakes Fireworks display, rescinded and replaced the Chapman Farms preliminary plat to add Phase 4, and approved a special exception for additional wall sign square footage for ProHealth/Waukesha Memorial Hospital. Several other resolutions and contracts were approved, including a 6-1 vote to accept an Offer to Purchase from Hill Court Partners after closed session.

• Approved 2022 Fee Schedule with flat fee adjustment for master plan amendment (5-2)
• Approved $2,500 donation to Phantom Lakes Fireworks display (5-2)
• Rescinded Resolution 2018-024 and adopted Resolution 2021-84 for Chapman Farms Preliminary Plat (Phases 1-4) (unanimous)
• Approved special exception for additional wall sign square footage for ProHealth/Waukesha Memorial Hospital (6-0-1 abstention)
• Approved conditional use for Lynch Ventures, LLC at 280 E Wolf Run (unanimous)
• Approved site plan and architectural review for car wash at 809 S Rochester St (unanimous)
• Approved $120,400 purchase of John Deere loader with snowplow and angle broom (unanimous)
• Approved Offer to Purchase from Hill Court Partners (6-1)

Plan Commission

The Plan Commission will hold public hearings regarding wall signs at 240 Maple and a new vehicle sales facility at 280 E Wolf Run. The commission will also consider subdivision updates for Chapman Farms and review zoning code changes for parking and lighting.

• Public hearing for wall sign increase at 240 Maple
• Conditional use request for vehicle sales and car wash at 280 E Wolf Run
• Site plan review for a swimming pool at 406 Grand Ave
• Preliminary plat updates for Chapman Farms Subdivision
• Presentation on Residential Market Analysis

The Mukwonago Plan Commission approved a special exception for additional wall sign square footage for ProHealth/Waukesha Memorial Hospital (5-0, one abstention), and recommended approval of resolutions for Lynch Ventures' conditional use and site plan. It also approved a site plan for a swimming pool, rescinded a prior plat for Chapman Farms and adopted a new preliminary plat, and approved a car wash site plan. The commission also discussed a residential market analysis and zoning code updates, giving direction on how to proceed.

• Approved special exception for additional wall sign square footage for ProHealth/Waukesha Memorial Hospital (5-0, Brill abstained)
• Approved RESOLUTION 2021-103 for Conditional Use for Lynch Ventures, LLC, 280 E Wolf Run
• Approved RESOLUTION 2021-104 for Site Plan and Architectural Review for Lynch Ventures, LLC, 280 E Wolf Run
• Approved Site Plan and Architectural Review for swimming pool for Suzanne Perkins, 406 Grand Ave
• Approved rescinding Resolution 2018-024 and adopting RESOLUTION 2021-84 for Preliminary Plat for Chapman Farms Subdivision (Phases 1-4) for Bielinski Homes
• Approved RESOLUTION 2021-106 for Site Plan and Architectural Review for Car Wash for Carl Goede/Rivers Edge Car Wash, 809 S Rochester St

Village Board

The Village Board will hold a public hearing regarding the proposed 2022 Annual Village Budget. The board will also consider re-approving budgets for the Storm Water Utility District #1 and the Water and Sewer Utilities.

• Public hearing on the proposed 2022 Annual Village Budget
• Re-approval of Resolution 2021-92 to adopt the FY 2022 Annual Budget and establish the Tax Levy
• Re-approval of Resolution 2021-93 for the Storm Water Utility District #1 Budget
• Re-approval of Resolution 2021-94 for the 2022 Annual Water and Sewer Utilities Budget

The Village Board held a special meeting to re-approve three budget resolutions after a publication delay. All three resolutions—the FY 2022 Annual Budget and Tax Levy, the 2021 Storm Water Utility District #1 Budget, and the 2022 Water and Sewer Utilities Budget—were approved unanimously by roll call vote. No changes were made to the budget documents.

• Re-approved Resolution 2021-92 adopting FY 2022 Annual Budget and Tax Levy (unanimous)
• Re-approved Resolution 2021-93 adopting 2021 Storm Water Utility District #1 Budget (unanimous)
• Re-approved Resolution 2021-94 adopting 2022 Water and Sewer Utilities Budget (unanimous)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will discuss recommendations for the 2022 Village fee schedule and impact fee increases. The agenda also includes reviewing accounts payable vouchers and a change order for DeBack Drive infrastructure. Additionally, committees will consider liquor licenses and employee wage schedules.

• Recommendation to approve $383,280.15 in Accounts Payable Vouchers
• Adoption of the 2022 Fee Schedule (Resolution 2021-102)
• Increase in Impact Fees and Sewer Connection Fees (Resolution 2021-99)
• $72,200.00 Change Order for DeBack Drive Infrastructure
• Liquor license application for Village Mini Mart

The Committee of the Whole recommended approval of the 2022 Fee Schedule, Resolution 2021-99 (annual increase in Impact Fees and Sewer Connection Fees), and Resolution 2021-100 (adopting annual Tax Increment District budgets for TID #3, #4, and #5). It also recommended approving a $383,280.15 accounts payable voucher list, a 2022-2023 assessment services contract, and a 3-year audit engagement letter with Baker Tilly. The committee recommended a $2,500 donation to the Phantom Lakes Fireworks display, which passed 5-1. A discussion on eliminating the residential third quarter sprinkler credit was tabled with no action.

• Recommended approval of Resolution 2021-102 adopting the 2022 Fee Schedule.
• Recommended approval of Resolution 2021-99 for annual increase in Impact Fees and Sewer Connection Fees.
• Recommended approval of Resolution 2021-100 adopting annual TID #3, #4, and #5 budgets.
• Recommended approval of Accounts Payable Vouchers totaling $383,280.15.
• Recommended approval of a 2022-2023 Assessment Services contract with Associated Appraisal Consultants, Inc.
• Recommended authorizing the Village President to sign a 3-year audit engagement letter with Baker Tilly.
• Recommended a $2,500 donation to the Phantom Lakes Fireworks display (passed 5-1).
• Tabled discussion on eliminating the residential third quarter sprinkler credit.

Village Board

The meeting includes a public hearing on the proposed 2022 Annual Village Budget. The Board will also review site plans for Banker Wire and a temporary parking lot at 929 Empire Drive. Additionally, several utility budgets and infrastructure change orders are up for consideration.

• Adoption of the FY 2022 Annual Village Budget and Tax Levy
• Site Plan Review for Banker Wire at 123 W Boxhorn Dr
• $199,516.00 change order for DeBack Drive Infrastructure
• $22,945 purchase requisition for SCADA installation at the Fire Department and Field Park
• Site Plan Review for a temporary parking lot at 929 Empire Drive and Holz Parkway

The Village Board unanimously adopted the FY 2022 Annual Budget with a total levy of $6,622,188, along with the Storm Water Utility District #1 and Water/Sewer Utility budgets. The board also approved the consent agenda (items 5.1–5.9) including vouchers, a grant resolution for Espresso Love Coffee, and various infrastructure change orders. A motion to deny a sewer credit for Fredrick and Therese Keyes at 603 Crestview Lane carried, with Trustee Walsh abstaining. Several resolutions were passed for site plan approvals, utility connections, and an agreement with Waukesha County for a pedestrian crossing beacon.

Joint Village & Town Board

Chief Stien will present information regarding Fire Department operations. The presentation includes discussions about a potential referendum.

• Presentation on fire department operations and a possible referendum

The joint Village and Town Board meeting was mostly informational. Fire Chief Jeff Stein presented on Fire Department operations and requested support for a permanent tax increase via a referendum in November 2022, but no formal decision was made. Boards agreed to resume discussions on January 17, 2022. The meeting adjourned without any substantive votes.

• Fire department referendum discussed, no action taken
• Joint meeting scheduled for January 17, 2022 to continue fire services talks
• Meeting adjourned unanimously at 8:00 pm

Plan Commission

The Plan Commission will consider several development proposals, including a 53-unit apartment building and restaurant remodel. The meeting also includes reviews for site plans at 123 W Boxhorn Dr and a temporary parking lot at 929 Empire Drive. Additionally, the commission will discuss sign requests for ProHealth Care.

• Proposed 53-unit apartment building and restaurant remodel at 927 Main Street
• Site Plan and Architectural Review for Banker Wire at 123 W Boxhorn Dr
• Temporary parking lot proposal for Milwaukee Tool at 929 Empire Drive and Holz Parkway
• Special exception request for an additional monument sign for ProHealth Care at 240 Maple St
• Preliminary Plat revision for Chapman Farms Subdivision (Phases 1, 2, 3, and 4)

The Mukwonago Plan Commission approved a special exception for an additional free-standing sign for ProHealth/Waukesha Memorial Hospital at 240 Maple Ave (5-0, one abstention). It also recommended Village Board approval of site plan and architectural review resolutions for Banker Wire at 123 W Boxhorn Dr and a temporary parking lot for Empire/Milwaukee Tool at 929 Empire Drive and Holz Parkway. The commission agreed with a conceptual development plan for a restaurant remodel and 53-unit apartment building at 927 Main Street. A preliminary plat for Chapman Farms Subdivision was pulled from the agenda by the applicant and deferred to the December 14, 2021 meeting.

• Approved special exception for additional free-standing sign for ProHealth/Waukesha Memorial Hospital at 240 Maple Ave (5-0, Brill abstained)
• Approved RESOLUTION 2021-82 for Site Plan and Architectural Review for Banker Wire at 123 W Boxhorn Dr (carried)
• Approved RESOLUTION 2021-83 for Site Plan and Architectural Review for temporary parking lot for Empire/Milwaukee Tool at 929 Empire Drive and Holz Parkway (carried)
• Agreed with conceptual preliminary development plan for restaurant remodel and 53-unit apartment building at 927 Main Street
• Deferred Chapman Farms Subdivision preliminary plat to December 14, 2021 meeting (item pulled by applicant)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will discuss developer incentive requests for Blue Bay Restaurant and T&D Investments LLC within Tax Increment Financing District Number Four. The agenda also includes a grant application for Espresso Love Coffee and various infrastructure change orders.

• Developer incentives for Blue Bay Restaurant at 927 Main Street
• Developer incentives for T&D Investments LLC on Bay View Road
• CDI grant application for Espresso Love Coffee at 301 Main Street
• $199,516.00 change order for DeBack Drive Infrastructure
• $22,945 purchase requisition for SCADA service installation

The Committee of the Whole recommended approval of Resolution 2021-79 to submit a Community Development Investment (CDI) grant application to WEDC for the Elove Coffee LLC dba Espresso Love Coffee project at 301 Main Street. The committee also recommended approval of several other items, including vouchers, a purchase requisition, a T-Mobile lease renewal, and multiple letter of credit actions. A sewer sprinkler credit request for Fredrick and Therese Keyes was recommended for denial.

• Recommended approval of Resolution 2021-79 for WEDC CDI grant application for Espresso Love Coffee (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of vouchers totaling $363,387.86 (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of $22,945 purchase requisition for Terminal-Andrea Inc. for SCADA service (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of T-Mobile Lease Renewal Agreement (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of 2021 Street Rehabilitation close-out change order and final payment of $15,616.71 to Wolf Paving (unanimous)
• Recommended denial of sewer sprinkler credit for Fredrick and Therese Keyes, 603 Crestview Lane (6-1, Walsh abstained)
• Recommended approval of Minor's Estates Phase 4 Letter of Credit Reduction #5 to $428,118.82 (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of Change Order No. 3 for DeBack Drive Infrastructure in the amount of $199,516.00 (unanimous)

Village Board

The Village Board will consider a Mukwonago Professional Police Association grievance filed in September 2021. The meeting also includes discussion regarding the release of escrow funds for a development agreement and an option to purchase from Hill Court Partners LLC.

• Mukwonago Professional Police Association Grievance
• Release of escrow funds held in a Development Guarantee Agreement with John Malcolm
• Hill Court Partners LLC Option to Purchase
• Personnel evaluations for the Assessor and Village Administrator

The Village Board held a special meeting on November 3, 2021, and took several actions. It unanimously denied a grievance filed by the Mukwonago Professional Police Association on September 27, 2021. The board also approved the release of escrow funds under a Development Guarantee Agreement with John Malcolm (6-1), amended an option to purchase with Hill Court Partners LLC (6-1), and authorized the Village President to make an employment offer and negotiate a contract as discussed in closed session.

• Denied Mukwonago Professional Police Association grievance (unanimous)
• Approved release of escrow funds for John Malcolm Development Guarantee Agreement (6-1)
• Amended Hill Court Partners LLC option to purchase and entered post-closing agreement (6-1)
• Authorized Village President to make employment offer and negotiate contract (unanimous)

Village Board

The Village Board is holding a special meeting to conduct closed session interviews for the Village Administrator position. The board may reconvene in open session to discuss or take action on matters from the closed session.

• Closed session interviews for Village Administrator

The Village Board met in special session and unanimously voted to enter closed session to interview candidates for the Village Administrator position. The board reconvened into open session and adjourned without taking any other substantive actions.

• Entered closed session for Village Administrator interviews (7-0)
• Reconvened into open session (7-0)

Village Board

The Village Board will discuss and provide final direction on the 2022 Annual Budget Proposal. The meeting includes an announcement of a public hearing for the budget scheduled for November 17, 2021. A closed session is also scheduled to discuss staff salary changes for FY2022.

• Review and direction on the 2022 Annual Budget Proposal
• Announcement of a public hearing for the annual budget on November 17, 2021
• Closed session regarding FY2022 staff salary changes

The Village Board discussed the 2022 budget proposal, which included an overall increase of $211,000. They voted unanimously to move to the maximum 4.4% levy increase, adding $23,000 to the budget. The board also approved the 2022 wage and salary adjustment program in open session after a closed session on staff performance.

• Approved moving to maximum 4.4% levy increase for 2022 budget (unanimous)
• Approved 2022 wage and salary adjustment program (unanimous)
• Held closed session on employee compensation and performance (unanimous)

Village Board

The Village Board will discuss a conditional use permit and site plan for an auto body repair and rental facility at 1006 Main Street. The meeting also includes discussions on ordinance changes regarding business signage and a land division for Hill Court. Additionally, the board will consider infrastructure acceptance for the Chapman Villas Subdivision.

• Conditional use permit for an auto body and rental facility at 1006 Main Street
• Ordinance 997 regarding temporary and advertising signs on business properties
• Purchase of picnic tables and benches from Pilot Rock for $13,424.00
• Acceptance of water and sanitary infrastructure for Chapman Villas Subdivision
• Land division for a two-lot survey map at Hill Court

The Village Board approved a conditional use permit and site plan for an auto body repair and rental facility at 1006 Main Street, along with several other items including a land division for a water tower site, a sign ordinance amendment, and various financial approvals. The board also approved an underwriting contract with WFAQ radio for public service messages in 2022.

• Approved Resolution 2021-76 for conditional use permit for auto body and rental facility at 1006 Main Street (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2021-77 for site plan and architectural approval for modifications to auto body and rental facility (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2021-74 for two-lot Certified Survey Map at Hill Court for water tower site (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 997 amending sign regulations for business and manufacturing zoned properties (carried, Brill abstained)
• Approved underwriting contract with WFAQ radio for 2022 public service messages for $800 (unanimous)
• Approved accounts payable invoices totaling $397,697.41 (unanimous)
• Approved letter of credit release for Hill Court Multi-Tenant Building for $88,000 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2021-78 accepting public water and sanitary infrastructure for Chapman Villas Subdivision (unanimous)

Joint Village & Town Board

The Joint Village & Town Board will discuss the 2022 Fire Department annual budget, fee schedules, and paid on call pay rates. The board will also review September financial and EMS reports.

• Review of September Fire Department financials and EMS reports
• Proposed 2022 Fire Department Fee Schedules
• Proposed 2022 Paid on Call pay rates
• Proposed 2022 Fire Department Annual Budget
• Setting a date for future Fire Department Operation Discussion

The Joint Village and Town Board approved the Fire Department Fee Schedule, Paid on Call pay rates, the 5-Year Capital Plan, and the 2022 Operating Budget, all unanimously. They also agreed to hold a November 15, 2021 meeting to discuss a potential referendum on fire department staffing.

• Approved Fire Department Fee Schedule for 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved Paid on Call pay rates for 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved Fire Department 5-Year Capital Plan (unanimous)
• Approved Fire Department 2022 Operating Budget (unanimous)
• Set November 15, 2021 meeting to discuss referendum on staffing

Village Board

The Village Board will hold a special meeting to conduct a closed session. This session involves considering compensation, promotion, or performance evaluation data for employees in the Public Utilities Department.

• Closed session concerning Public Utilities Department compensation and evaluation

The Village Board held a special meeting and unanimously entered closed session to discuss compensation for Public Utilities Department staff. After reconvening, the board approved moving Wayne Castle to Utilities Director effective January 1, 2022, at a salary of $85,000, and moving Dave Brown to Wastewater Operations Supervisor at $83,000, with Brown's salary frozen until the position range maximum reaches that amount. The motion carried 5-1, with Trustee Decker voting no.

• Approved Wayne Castle as Utilities Director effective Jan 1, 2022, salary $85,000 (5-1)
• Approved Dave Brown as Wastewater Operations Supervisor effective Jan 1, 2022, salary $83,000 frozen until range max catches up (5-1)

Village Board

The Village Board is holding a special meeting to conduct interviews for the Village Administrator role. This portion of the meeting will take place in closed session. The board may reconvene in open session for discussion or action following these interviews.

• Closed session interviews for Village Administrator

The Village Board held a special meeting on October 13, 2021, to conduct interviews for the Village Administrator position. The board unanimously voted to enter closed session for candidate interviews and later reconvened in open session, but took no formal action. The meeting adjourned without any substantive decisions.

• Approved closed session for Village Administrator interviews (unanimous)
• Approved reconvening to open session (unanimous)

Plan Commission

The Plan Commission will hold a public hearing regarding an auto body repair and rental facility at 1006 Main Street. The agenda also includes discussions on a land division for Hill Court and the Chapman Farms Subdivision preliminary plat. Additionally, the commission will review signage recommendations and updates to the Zoning Code rewrite.

• Conditional Use Permit for auto body and rental facility at 1006 Main St
• Site plan approval for modifications at 1006 Main St
• Two-lot land division for Hill Court
• Preliminary plat discussion for Chapman Farms Subdivision, Phases 1-4
• Signage and ordinance amendment recommendation for 240 Maple Ave

The Plan Commission approved resolutions recommending conditional use and site plan approval for an auto body and rental facility at 1006 Main St, and a two-lot land division on Hill Court. It also approved a conceptual preliminary plat for Chapman Farms Subdivision and a signage plan at 240 Maple Ave with conditions, including a future public hearing for a third sign. The meeting included no public comments and ended with a zoning code rewrite update.

• Approved RESOLUTION 2021-76 for Conditional Use Permit for auto body/rental facility at 1006 Main St (carried)
• Approved RESOLUTION 2021-77 for Site Plan and Architectural approval for modifications at 1006 Main St (carried)
• Approved RESOLUTION 2021-74 for two-lot Certified Survey Map land division on Hill Court (carried)
• Agreed with conceptual preliminary plat for Chapman Farms Subdivision (no formal vote)
• Approved signage plan at 240 Maple Ave with conditions (5-0, 1 abstention)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will discuss potential revisions to village ward maps in Walworth and Waukesha counties. The agenda also includes discussions on library funding, park rentals, and a liquor license application for 411 Main Street.

• Resolution 2021-70 regarding 2022 Mukwonago Community Library appropriation
• $13,424.00 purchase requisition for Pilot Rock picnic tables and field benches
• Liquor license application for Andy Liquor Store at 411 Main Street
• Resolutions to revise ward maps in Walworth and Waukesha counties
• Letter of Credit Reduction #4 for Minor's Estates Phase 4 to $536,851.39

The Committee of the Whole made several unanimous recommendations, including approving Resolution 2021-70 for library funding, a liquor license for Andy Liquor Store, and revised ward maps for Walworth and Waukesha counties. They also set Trick or Treat hours, approved park rental and purchases, and discussed a potential grant for 301 Main Street. No final decisions were made; all items are recommendations to the full board.

• Recommended approval of Resolution 2021-70 for library funding (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of $13,424 purchase for picnic tables and benches (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of Accounts Payable Vouchers totaling $588,248.60 (unanimous)
• Set Trick or Treat hours for Oct 31, 4-6 pm (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of park rental for Jack-O-Lantern Jaunt (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of liquor license for Andy Liquor Store (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of ward map resolutions 2021-72 and 2021-73 (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of educational incentive pay for Officer Kubiak (unanimous)

Village Board

The Village Board is considering resolutions to revise ward maps in Walworth and Waukesha Counties. The agenda also includes discussions on library funding, a park rental application, and services for the STH 83 right-of-way acquisition. A closed session is scheduled regarding litigation involving Greenwald Family Limited Partnership.

• Resolution 2021-70 for 2022 Mukwonago Community Library appropriation
• Resolutions 2021-72 and 2021-73 to revise ward maps in Walworth and Waukesha Counties
• Resolution 2021-75 regarding STH 83 right-of-way acquisition
• Proposal from The Highland Group for STH 83 appraisal and acquisition services
• Park rental application for Jack-O-Lantern Jaunt at Field Park

The Village Board unanimously approved resolutions certifying 2022 library funding and revising ward maps for Walworth and Waukesha counties. It also approved a park rental for the Jack-O-Lantern Jaunt event. The board approved a resolution of public necessity for STH 83 right-of-way acquisition (5-1) and a contract with The Highland Group for appraisal and acquisition services (4-2), with one trustee opposing the use of municipal powers. The board then held a closed session on pending litigation.

• Approved Resolution 2021-70 certifying 2022 library appropriation (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2021-72 revising Ward Map for Walworth County (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2021-73 revising Ward Map for Waukesha County (unanimous)
• Approved park rental for Jack-O-Lantern Jaunt at Field Park Oct 15-16 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2021-75 for STH 83 ROW acquisition (5-1)
• Approved Highland Group proposal for STH 83 appraisal/acquisition services (4-2)
• Held closed session on Greenwald Family Limited Partnership litigation (unanimous)

Village Board

The Village Board will hold a special meeting to conduct interviews for the Village Administrator role in closed session. The board may then reconvene in open session for discussion or action related to these interviews.

• Interviews for Village Administrator

The Village Board met in special session and unanimously voted to enter closed session to interview candidates for the Village Administrator position. After the interviews, the board reconvened in open session and adjourned without taking any other substantive actions.

• Entered closed session for Village Administrator interviews (unanimous)
• Reconvened to open session (unanimous)

Village Board

The Village Board approved a consent agenda including $1.89M in accounts payable, temporary liquor licenses for Fall Fest, a $50 on-call stipend, and a T-Mobile lease amendment. They also approved a $266.20 underwriting contract with WFAQ radio (5-1), a building modification at 406 Grand Ave, a silo addition for Aptar Group, and a resolution for public necessity and relocation for the HWY 83 project (5-1). An access agreement for soil transfer for the DeBack Drive Project was approved on reconsideration (4-2).

• Approved consent agenda items 5.1-5.10 including $1,886,343.61 in accounts payable (unanimous)
• Approved $266.20 WFAQ radio underwriting contract for 2021 (5-1)
• Tabled $800 WFAQ radio annual contract for 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved building modification at 406 Grand Ave (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2021-68 for silo addition at Aptar Group, 711 Fox St (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2021-69 for public necessity and relocation order for HWY 83 (5-1)
• Approved Access Agreement for soil transfer for DeBack Drive Project (4-2 on reconsideration)
• Approved 2022 Capital Intent Letter for ambulance (unanimous)

Plan Commission

The Mukwonago Plan Commission will review requests for building modifications at 406 Grand Ave and a silo addition at 711 Fox Street. The commission may also approve the minutes from the August 10, 2021 meeting.

• Building modification for 406 Grand Ave in the Pearl and Grand Historic District
• Site and architectural approval for a silo addition at 711 Fox Street
• Approval of August 10, 2021 meeting minutes

The Plan Commission approved a Certificate of Appropriateness for building modifications to 406 Grand Ave, a contributing building in the Pearl and Grand Historic District. It also approved Resolution 2021-68 for site plan and architectural review of a silo addition for Aptar Group at 711 Fox St. Both motions carried. No public comments were made.

• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for building modifications at 406 Grand Ave (motion Decker/Rutenbeck)
• Approved Resolution 2021-68 for Aptar Group silo addition at 711 Fox St (motion Decker/Penzkover)
• Approved minutes of August 10, 2021 meeting (motion Decker/Kettner)
• Nominated Commissioner Brill as Chair Pro Tem (motion Decker/Kettner)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will consider several recommendations, including the approval of over $1.8 million in accounts payable vouchers. Other items include utility easements for Indian Head Park and liquor license applications for local businesses and events.

• Approval of $1,886,343.61 in Accounts Payable Vouchers
• We Energies easements at Village Hall and Indian Head Park
• Liquor license application for Main Street Liquor at 411 Main Street
• $50 weekend/holiday on-call stipend for DPW and Utilities employees
• $10,105.77 contract price increase for Bloom Companies, LLC

The Committee of the Whole recommended approval of two underwriting contracts with WFAQ radio for public service messages, one for the remainder of 2021 and one for 2022, both passing 4-3. The committee also unanimously recommended approval of accounts payable vouchers totaling $1,886,343.61, a liquor license transfer for Main Street Liquor, several temporary liquor licenses, and various public works and utility agreements.

• Recommended WFAQ radio underwriting contract for remainder of 2021 (4-3)
• Recommended WFAQ radio underwriting contract for 2022 (4-3)
• Recommended approval of accounts payable vouchers $1,886,343.61 (unanimous)
• Approved We Energies easements for outdoor performance stage (unanimous)
• Approved liquor license for B&A Trading LLC d/b/a Main Street Liquor (unanimous)
• Approved temporary liquor licenses for St James, Rotary Club, and American Legion (unanimous)
• Approved $50 weekend/holiday stipend for on-call DPW and Utilities employees (unanimous)
• Approved T-Mobile lease amendment, letter of credit actions, and storm sewer agreements (unanimous)

Village Board

The Village Board will discuss liquor license applications for Main Street Liquor and St James Catholic Parish fish fries. The meeting also includes consideration of We Energies easements and a $10,105.77 contract price increase for STH 83 improvements. Additionally, the board will review applicants for the Village Administrator position in closed session.

• Liquor license application for R&A Trading LLC at 411 Main Street
• Temporary Class B license for St James Catholic Parish fish fries
• We Energies easements at Village Hall and Indian Head Park
• $10,105.77 contract price increase for Bloom Companies, LLC (STH 83)
• Review of applicants for Village Administrator

The Village Board unanimously approved a liquor license for Main Street Liquor, a temporary fish fry license for St. James Catholic Parish, We Energies easements for the performance stage, and a $10,105.77 contract increase for Bloom Companies. The board also entered closed session to review Village Administrator applicants and reconvened without public action.

• Approved Original Combination Class A license for B&A Trading LLC d/b/a Main Street Liquor (unanimous)
• Approved temporary Class B retailer's license for St. James Catholic Parish fish fries (unanimous)
• Approved We Energies easements at Village Hall and Indian Head Park (unanimous)
• Approved $10,105.77 increase to Bloom Companies contract (unanimous)
• Entered closed session to review Village Administrator applicants (unanimous)

Village Board

The meeting includes a presentation of a residential market analysis housing study. The Board will also discuss infrastructure contract adjustments and new stop sign designations. Additionally, the Board will review a permanent easement for public parking at 301 Main Street.

• $5,175,000 Waterworks and Sewerage System Revenue Bonds issuance
• $69,800 contract award to Look Creative LLC for Field Park Marquee sign
• $720,513.93 price adjustment for DeBack Drive Infrastructure
• Site plan review for an outdoor smoking patio at 326 Atkinson St
• Permanent easement agreement for public parking at 301 Main Street

The Village Board approved a $5.175 million water and sewer revenue bond issuance to refund existing debt at a lower interest rate, saving $250,000 in interest costs. They also approved a $720,513.93 contract price adjustment for DeBack Drive infrastructure, a $69,800 LED sign contract, and a new DS200 voting tabulator. All other agenda items were approved as listed.

• Approved $5,175,000 Waterworks and Sewerage Revenue Bonds, Series 2021C (unanimous)
• Approved DeBack Drive infrastructure contract price adjustment of $720,513.93 (4-2)
• Awarded Field Park LED sign contract to Look Creative LLC for $69,800 (4-2)
• Approved purchase of additional DS200 Voting Tabulator (unanimous)
• Approved banner concepts for downtown (5-1)
• Approved permanent easement at 301 Main Street for public parking (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2021-62 for outdoor smoking patio at Jay's Lanes (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2021-65 for stop sign designations (unanimous)

Plan Commission

The Plan Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a request for a tavern and outdoor seating at 326 Atkinson Street. The commission will also discuss site plans and architectural reviews for the same property. Additionally, members will receive updates on drafts for the Sign Code and Zoning Code rewrites.

• Public hearing for a tavern and outdoor seating request at 326 Atkinson Street
• Discussion of site plan and architectural review for outdoor dining at 326 Atkinson Street
• Update on the draft of the Sign Code rewrite
• Update on the draft of Article 5 of the Zoning Code rewrite
• Approval of July 13, 2021, meeting minutes

The Plan Commission approved a site plan and architectural review for an outdoor patio at Jay's Lanes, 326 Atkinson St. The applicant withdrew the request for outdoor dining with food and drink service, focusing instead on an outdoor smoking area. The commission also discussed updates to the Sign Code and Article 5 of the Zoning Code, but took no action on those items.

• Approved RESOLUTION 2021-58 for site plan and architectural review for outdoor patio at Jay's Lanes (motion by Decker/Penzkover, carried)
• Withdrew request for tavern and outdoor seating with food and drink service (applicant's request)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will discuss several infrastructure contracts and administrative updates. This includes potential awards for park projects and the sale of village vehicles. The committee will also consider trustee salaries and a school resource officer agreement.

• Indianhead Park Outdoor Performance Stage contract: $310,832.20
• Field Park Marquee LED sign contract: $69,800.00
• Approval of Accounts Payable Vouchers: $511,339.62
• Sale of three village-owned vehicles
• School Resource Officer Program MOU with Mukwonago Area School District

The Committee of the Whole made several recommendations to the Village Board, including awarding a $310,832.20 contract for the Indianhead Park Outdoor Performance Stage to J.H. Hassinger, Inc. (5-2), and a $69,800 contract for a Field Park LED sign to Look Creative LLC (4-3). They also recommended selling three village vehicles, purchasing a voting tabulator, and approving accounts payable. No final decisions were made; all are recommendations to the full board.

• Recommended awarding Indianhead Park stage contract to J.H. Hassinger, Inc. for $310,832.20 (5-2)
• Recommended awarding Field Park LED sign contract to Look Creative LLC for $69,800 (4-3)
• Recommended sale of three village vehicles (2004 Sterling, 2017 Ford Explorer, 2010 Ford Expedition) unanimously
• Recommended purchase of DS200 Voting Tabulator (6-1)
• Recommended approval of Accounts Payable Vouchers totaling $511,339.62 unanimously
• Approved downtown banner concepts (7A and 3SE) (5-2)
• Recommended approval of School Resource Officer MOU with Mukwonago Area School District unanimously
• Recommended approval of Letter of Credit Reduction #2 for Minors Estates Phase 4 unanimously

Village Board

The Village Board will consider a liquor license application and a contract for an outdoor performance stage. The meeting also includes discussions regarding capital improvement policy changes and the sale of village vehicles.

• Conditional Use for RCAC facility at 210 McDivitt Lane
• Site Plan and Architectural Review for Birchrock Properties, LLC
• Class 'B' liquor license application for Sandy's Miller Time, LLC
• $310,832.20 contract award for Indianhead Park Outdoor Performance Stage Project
• Sale of three village-owned vehicles

The Mukwonago Village Board approved a conditional use permit and site plan for a CBRF facility at 210 McDivitt Lane, a liquor license for Sandy's Miller Time, and a $310,832 contract for the Indianhead Park Outdoor Performance Stage (5-2). They also approved the sale of three village vehicles, changes to the Capital Improvement Planning Policy, and several capital projects for the five-year plan. No action was taken on ARPA funding uses.

• Approved conditional use for CBRF facility at 210 McDivitt Lane (unanimous)
• Approved site plan and architectural review for Birchrock Properties at 210 McDivitt Ln (unanimous)
• Approved liquor license for Sandy's Miller Time, LLC, 701 Main St (unanimous)
• Awarded Indianhead Park Outdoor Performance Stage contract to J.H. Hassinger, Inc. for $310,832.20 (5-2)
• Approved sale of three village-owned vehicles (unanimous)
• Approved changes to Capital Improvement Planning Policy (unanimous)
• Added downtown streetscaping project to 2022 capital plan (unanimous)
• Added DPW expansion to capital plan for 3 years out (unanimous)

Village Board

The Board will hold a public hearing regarding the rezoning of properties VM00018 and VM00017A from agricultural to medium/heavy industrial. The meeting also includes discussions on asphalt sealing contracts, infrastructure payments, and village signage design.

• Rezoning of Endell and Daniel Schultz property to M-4 Industrial District
• $80,661 contract for Friction Seal asphalt sealer from Fahrner Asphalt Sealers LLC
• $37,635 for Village signage and wayfinding program design services
• $28,624 award for 2021 Street Crack Seal project to Fahrner Asphalt Sealers LLC
• Website redesign proposal from CivicCMS for $9,800 plus annual maintenance

The Village Board voted 4-3 against a resolution to amend the project plan and expand the boundaries of Tax Incremental District No. 5. Following the failure, the board unanimously approved a revised resolution that amends the project plan without the boundary expansion and removes related cost items. The board also approved a separate resolution to rezone two parcels owned by Wendell and Daniel Schultz from agricultural to industrial, which was tied to the TID expansion, passing 4-3.

• Rejected Resolution 2021-64 to amend the TID 5 project plan and expand its boundaries (4-3 vote).
• Approved the TID 5 project plan amendment without the boundary expansion, removing all related costs (unanimous).
• Approved Ordinance 996 to rezone two Schultz-owned parcels from A-1 Agricultural to M-4 Industrial (4-3 vote).
• Approved a website redesign proposal from CivicCMS for $9,800 plus $2,000 annual maintenance (unanimous).
• Approved Resolution 2021-59 for a garage addition at the American Legion, 627 E Veterans Way (unanimous).
• Approved Resolution 2021-58 for a 2-lot certified survey map for the Babinat property, subject to Town Board approval (unanimous).
• Approved consent agenda items 6.1 to 6.22, including various contracts, purchases, and agreements (unanimous).
• Approved extending federal COVID sick leave for all village employees until July 30, 2021 (unanimous).

Plan Commission

The Plan Commission will hold public hearings regarding a tavern request at 326 Atkinson Street and amendments to Tax Incremental District No. 5. The commission will also discuss zoning map changes for properties owned by Wendell and Daniel Schultz.

• Public hearing for tavern and outdoor seating at 326 Atkinson Street
• Proposed boundary and project plan amendment for Tax Incremental District No. 5
• Site plan review for a garage addition at 627 E Veterans Way
• Ordinance 996 to amend the Village District Zoning Map
• Review of a 2-lot certified survey map for Scott and Courtney Babinat

The Plan Commission approved a resolution designating amended boundaries and a project plan amendment for Tax Incremental District No. 5, with recommendations including a dollar cap on projects. It also approved a site plan for a garage addition at the American Legion, a 2-lot certified survey map, and a zoning map amendment. A tavern and outdoor seating request was tabled to August 10, 2021.

• Approved TID 5 boundary and project plan amendment (4-0, with recommendations)
• Approved site plan and architectural review for American Legion garage addition (motion carried)
• Approved 2-lot certified survey map for Babinat, subject to Town Board approval (motion carried)
• Approved zoning map amendment for Shultz properties (motion carried)
• Tabled tavern and outdoor seating request for 326 Atkinson St to August 10, 2021

Committee of the Whole

The Mukwonago Committee of the Whole will consider several proposals regarding village infrastructure and services. Items include potential contracts for asphalt sealing, fire department equipment upgrades, and website redesigns. The committee will also review street reconstruction payments and receive updates on police department hiring.

• Asphalt sealer purchase from Gee Asphalt Systems Inc. for $22,706.00
• Asphalt sealer purchase from Fahrner Asphalt Sealers LLC for $80,661.00
• Fire Department RTU replacement with AUER STEEL for $25,755.00
• Street Crack Seal project award to Fahrner Asphalt Sealers LLC for $28,624.00
• Website redesign proposal from CivicCMS for $9,800.00

The Committee of the Whole recommended approval of several purchase requisitions, including asphalt sealers, fire department roof top units, and a signage design contract, along with a $670,783.09 voucher payment. It also recommended approvals for construction close-outs, a developer's agreement, and several letter of credit eliminations. The web site redesign proposal was discussed but deferred to the July 21 Village Board meeting for more funding details.

• Approved minutes of June 2, 2021 meeting.
• Recommended approval of Ravel Seal asphalt sealer purchase to Gee Asphalt Systems Inc. for $22,706.00.
• Recommended approval of Friction Seal asphalt sealer purchase to Fahrner Asphalt Sealers LLC for $80,661.00.
• Recommended approval of Fire Department Roof Top Unit Replacement purchase to AUER STEEL for $25,755.00.
• Recommended approval of installation services for station 1 RTUs to AC Services INC. for $17,995.00.
• Recommended approval of contract with KMA Design Group for signage design and wayfinding for $37,635.00.
• Recommended approval of vouchers in the amount of $670,783.09.
• Recommended approval of change orders and final payments for Front Street and Grand Avenue projects, totaling $29,816.92.

Village Board

The Mukwonago Village Board will conduct an initial review of the 2022 Operating and Capital Budget. The meeting also includes discussion regarding goals and objectives for the 2022 budget and possible action on a Village Administrator advertisement.

• Discussion and possible action on Village Administrator advertisement
• Initial review of the 2022 Operating and Capital Budget
• Discussion regarding 2022 budget goals and objectives

The Village Board unanimously approved changes to the Village Administrator job advertisement and job description, including adjusting the salary range to match the approved range and increasing required experience from three to five years. The job description was approved via Resolution 2021-63 with a 4-1 vote, Trustee Adler dissenting. The board also began initial review of the 2022 budget and capital improvement plan, with a special meeting scheduled for August 4, 2021, to discuss American Rescue Plan Act funding.

• Approved changes to the Village Administrator job advertisement (unanimous)
• Approved changes to the Village Administrator job description, including increasing experience requirement to five years (Resolution 2021-63, 4-1)
• Scheduled a special meeting for August 4, 2021, to discuss American Rescue Plan Act funding allocations

Village Board

The Village Board will review the 2020 audit and several land use applications, including a car wash and coffee shop. The meeting also includes discussions on street maintenance contracts and potential changes to the Tax Incremental District #5 boundary.

• Proposal to increase the industrial park boundary for TID #5
• Conditional use and site plan for a car wash at 809 S Rochester Street
• $23,775.48 contract for street maintenance with Johnson and Sons Paving
• Purchase of five pedestrian crossing lights
• $24,311 purchase requisition for a fire department message center

The Village Board approved a proposal from Ehler's to amend the TID #5 Project Plan to increase the boundary for future industrial park development, despite concerns from some trustees about debt and the 12% limit. The motion carried 4-3. The board also accepted the 2020 audit, approved the consent agenda, and approved several resolutions for conditional uses, site plans, and liquor licenses.

• Approved the 2020 audit as presented by Baker Tilly (unanimous).
• Approved consent agenda items 6.1-6.16, including street maintenance, licenses, and ordinances (unanimous).
• Approved TID #5 boundary expansion (4-3 vote).
• Approved conditional use for Rivers Edge Car Wash at 809 S Rochester St (unanimous).
• Approved site plan and architectural review for the car wash (unanimous).
• Approved site plan for fire station sign at 1111 Fox Street (unanimous).
• Approved land division at 322 Plank Road (unanimous).
• Approved site plan for Espresso Love Coffee at 301 Main Street (unanimous).

Plan Commission

The Plan Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a conditional use request for a car wash at 809 S Rochester Street. The meeting also includes discussions on potential recommendations for site plans and architectural reviews at several locations. Additionally, the commission will consider a land division request for 322 Plank Road.

• Public hearing for car wash at 809 S Rochester St
• Site plan review for Espresso Love Coffee at 301 Main Street
• Land division request for 322 Plank Road
• Architectural review for 1111 Fox Street
• Lighting review for Goodwill Industries at Arrowhead Drive

The Mukwonago Plan Commission approved several resolutions recommending Village Board approval, including a conditional use for a car wash at 809 S Rochester St, site plans for Espresso Love Coffee and Goodwill Industries, and a land division at 322 Plank Road. All motions carried, with some roll call votes noted. Public comments opposed parking changes and a dumpster enclosure, but no decisions were made on those items.

• Approved RESOLUTION 2021-53: Conditional Use for car wash at 809 S Rochester St (carried)
• Approved RESOLUTION 2021-54: Site Plan and Architectural Review for car wash at 809 S Rochester St (carried)
• Approved RESOLUTION 2021-48: Site Plan and Architectural Review for Village project at 1111 Fox St (carried)
• Approved RESOLUTION 2021-47: Land division for two-lot CSM at 322 Plank Rd (carried)
• Approved RESOLUTION 2021-51: Site Plan for Espresso Love Coffee at 301 Main St (5-0, 1 abstain)
• Approved RESOLUTION 2021-49: Site Plan for Goodwill Industries lighting at Arrowhead Dr (carried, with condition)
• Approved RESOLUTION 2021-52: Site Plan for IMPACT MUKWONAGO LLC at 309/315 Gibson St (4-2)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will discuss street maintenance paving, tax increment district amendments, and various liquor license renewals. The agenda also includes updates on wastewater treatment plant upgrades and pedestrian crossing light purchases.

• $23,775.48 purchase order for street maintenance paving with Johnson and Sons Paving
• Proposal to increase the TID #5 Project Plan boundary for industrial park development
• Announcement of Dan Streit as the new Police Chief
• $19,980 contract with Hydro Corp for industrial commercial cross connection
• Purchase of five pedestrian crossing lights

The Committee of the Whole recommended approval of a proposal to amend the TID #5 Project Plan to increase the boundary for future industrial park development, passing 4-3. The committee also unanimously recommended several other items, including approving a $5,400 transfer for Rotary Club tree planting, a $23,775.48 street maintenance purchase order, and accounts payable vouchers of $295,246.89. All recommendations will go to the Village Board for final action.

• Recommended TID #5 boundary expansion for industrial park (4-3)
• Approved $5,400 transfer from reserves for Rotary Club tree planting (unanimous)
• Approved $23,775.48 purchase order for street mill and fill patching (unanimous)
• Approved accounts payable vouchers of $295,246.89 (unanimous)
• Approved purchase requisition for five pedestrian crossing lights (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of St. James Parish Festival special event and temporary liquor license (unanimous)
• Recommended waiving park fee for Phantom Lakes fireworks display (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of ordinance amendments for street/sidewalk excavation permits (unanimous)

Village Board

The Village Board will discuss the search process for a new Village Administrator and the need for an interim role. The board will also consider a T-Mobile lease agreement for two water towers.

• Proclamation honoring retiring Police Chief Kevin Schmidt
• Discussion on the Village Administrator search process
• Consideration of appointing an Interim Administrator
• T-Mobile Lease Agreement for North Water Tower on Veteran's Blvd
• T-Mobile Lease Agreement for South Water Tower at 980 Greenwald Ct.

The Village Board unanimously confirmed the need to appoint an Interim Administrator and later approved Resolution 2021-50 appointing Diana Dykstra as Interim Administrator. The board also unanimously approved a T-Mobile lease agreement for the North Water Tower on Veteran's Blvd. The Village Administrator search process was discussed, with Clerk Dykstra directed to return an advertisement sample and job description by the June 16, 2021 meeting.

• Confirmed need to appoint Interim Administrator (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2021-50 appointing Diana Dykstra as Interim Administrator (unanimous)
• Approved T-Mobile Lease Agreement for North Water Tower on Veteran's Blvd (unanimous)
• Directed Clerk Dykstra to return advertisement sample and job description for Administrator search by June 16, 2021

Village Board

The Village Board will review land use requests for drive-through facilities at 301 Main St and 827 S Rochester St. The agenda also includes a $37,165.00 request for a new police squad car and a $25,000 contribution to the Riverbank Restoration Project.

• Drive-through facility proposals at 301 Main St and 827 S Rochester St
• $37,165.00 purchase requisition for a new police squad car from Ewald Ford
• $25,000 contribution to Waukesha County for the Riverbank Restoration Project
• Ordinance amendments regarding the Downtown Development Committee
• Approval of the 2021 Mukwonago Croatian Day Fest special event application

The Village Board unanimously approved a conditional use permit and site plan/architectural review for a drive-through coffee shop at 301 Main St (Espresso Love Coffee), and also approved a similar drive-through and site plan for Sykes Foods at 827 S Rochester St. The board approved several resolutions, including designating official newspapers, a new squad car purchase, and a proclamation honoring The Elegant Farmer's 75th anniversary. A grievance from the police association regarding COVID-19 quarantine was granted in a 6-1 vote.

• Approved conditional use for drive-through at 301 Main St (Espresso Love Coffee) (unanimous)
• Approved site plan and architectural review for 301 Main St (Espresso Love Coffee) (unanimous)
• Approved conditional use for drive-through at 827 S Rochester St (Sykes Foods) (unanimous)
• Approved site plan and architectural review for 827 S Rochester St (Sykes Foods) (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of new squad car from Ewald Ford for $37,165 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2021-44 designating Waukesha Freeman and Mukwonago Times as official newspapers (unanimous)
• Granted police association grievance regarding COVID-19 quarantine (6-1)
• Approved consent agenda including accounts payable of $512,323.20 and other items (unanimous)

Plan Commission

The Plan Commission will hold public hearings regarding drive-thru applications for 301 Main St and 827 S Rochester St. The meeting also includes a request for a 20-unit addition at 210 McDivitt Ln. Additionally, the commission will review several site plans and architectural designs.

• Public hearing: 20-unit addition at 210 McDivitt Ln
• Conditional use application: drive-thru at 301 Main St
• Conditional use application: drive-thru at 827 S Rochester St
• Site plan review: 210 McDivitt Ln
• Site plan review: 211 Fox Street

The Plan Commission voted to recommend approval of several resolutions to the Village Board, including a conditional use for a CBRF facility at 210 McDivitt Lane, conditional uses for drive-through facilities at 301 Main Street (Espresso Love) and 827 S Rochester Street (Subway), and site plan and architectural reviews for these and other properties. All motions carried unanimously. The commission also approved the minutes of the April 13, 2021 meeting.

• Approved minutes of April 13, 2021 meeting
• Recommended approval of RESOLUTION 2021-36: Conditional Use for CBRF facility at 210 McDivitt Lane (carried)
• Recommended approval of RESOLUTION 2021-37: Site Plan and Architectural Review for Birchrock Properties at 210 McDivitt Ln (carried)
• Recommended approval of RESOLUTION 2021-38: Conditional Use for Drive Through Facility for Espresso Love at 301 Main St (carried)
• Recommended approval of RESOLUTION 2021-39: Site Plan and Architectural Review for Espresso Love at 301 Main St, pending county approval of two access points (carried)
• Recommended approval of RESOLUTION 2021-40: Conditional Use for Drive Through Facility for Subway at 827 S Rochester St (carried)
• Recommended approval of RESOLUTION 2021-41: Site Plan and Architectural Review for Subway at 827 S Rochester St (carried)
• Recommended approval of RESOLUTION 2021-42: Site Plan and Architectural Review for structures at 211 Fox Street (carried)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole recommended approval of accounts payable vouchers totaling $512,323.20, a special event permit for the Croatian Day Fest, an Eagle Scout project, and several personnel actions. A motion to select option #2 for the proposed Fox River Pedestrian Bridge failed 5-2. A budget resolution for a temporary concert stage was deferred to the June 2 meeting.

• Approved accounts payable vouchers of $512,323.20 (unanimous)
• Approved special event application and temporary Class B license for Croatian Day Fest (unanimous)
• Approved Eagle Scout dugout storage cabinets at Field Park (unanimous)
• Approved Downtown Development Committee Ordinance amendments (unanimous)
• Approved $5,000 merit increase for Building Code Official Tim Rutenbeck (unanimous)
• Approved $1.00/hour wage adjustment for Deputy Clerk-Treasurer (unanimous)
• Approved Resolutions 2021-032 and 2021-033 amending position descriptions (unanimous)
• Fox River Pedestrian Bridge option #2 motion failed (2-5)

Village Board

The Village Board will consider resolutions to issue $7.7 million in general obligation refunding bonds and $5 million in promissory notes, along with approving 2021 committee appointments and swapping payroll and HR duties between two staff positions. A closed session is scheduled for negotiations on an IDC expansion.

• Resolution 2021-34: $7,700,000 general obligation refunding bonds, Series 2021A
• Resolution 2021-35: $5,000,000 general obligation promissory notes, Series 2021B
• Resolutions 2021-032 and 2021-033: amend accountant and administrative clerk job descriptions to switch HR and payroll functions
• Appointments to committees, commissions, and boards for 2021
• Closed session for negotiation with IDC expansion

The Village Board unanimously approved resolutions authorizing the issuance and sale of $7,700,000 in general obligation refunding bonds (Series 2021A) and $5,000,000 in general obligation promissory notes (Series 2021B) for annual capital project borrowing. The board also approved committee and commission appointments for 2021 and adopted resolutions amending the Accountant and Administrative Clerk position descriptions to switch HR transaction and payroll processing functions. The board then entered closed session to discuss negotiations with IDC expansion, reconvened, and adjourned.

• Approved appointments to committees, commissions, and boards for 2021 (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2021-032 and 2021-033 amending Accountant and Administrative Clerk position descriptions (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2021-034 authorizing $7,700,000 general obligation refunding bonds, Series 2021A (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2021-035 authorizing $5,000,000 general obligation promissory notes, Series 2021B (unanimous)
• Moved into closed session for negotiation with IDC expansion (unanimous)
• Reconvened into open session (unanimous)

Village Board

The meeting includes public hearings regarding land use amendments and rezoning for property on Small Farm Road. The board will also review several project proposals, including a new performance stage and concession stand at Indianhead Park. Additionally, the agenda covers various ordinances and committee reports.

• Rezoning of Lot 1, CSM 10415 Small Farm Rd from industrial to residential
• $23,460 task order for Indianhead Park Outdoor Performance Stage design
• $153,647 purchase requisition for the Indian Head Park concession stand
• Ordinance 990 regarding snow and ice removal around hydrants
• $254,643.75 final payment for Pick 'N Save Pond Retrofit

The Mukwonago Village Board approved resolutions and purchase requisitions for the Indianhead Park Outdoor Performance Stage and concession stand, totaling over $316,000, despite concerns from two trustees about costs and parking. The board also approved a rezoning of a Small Farm Rd property from industrial to residential, a conditional use for a Goodwill store, and denied an operator's license appeal. A motion to table the Goodwill conditional use failed, and the board approved a special assessment for water and wastewater improvements on the Sommer property.

• Approved $162,596 purchase for Outdoor Performance Stage (5-2)
• Approved $153,647 purchase for Concession Stand at Indian Head Park (5-2)
• Approved conditional use for park structures at Indianhead Park (5-2)
• Approved rezoning of Lot 1 CSM 10415 Small Farm Rd from M-1 to R-1
• Approved conditional use for Goodwill store at S Rochester St & Arrowhead Dr (5-2)
• Denied operator's license appeal for Cameron Schroeder (6-1)
• Approved $254,643.75 final payment to Mudtech for Pick 'N Save pond retrofit
• Approved special assessment for Sommer property improvements (4-3)

Plan Commission

The Plan Commission will hold public hearings regarding new park structures, a medical office, and a secondhand store. The meeting also includes site plan reviews for Aman's Beer and Wine and discussion of a mixed-use development on STH 83. Additionally, the commission may discuss potential rewrites to the village zoning and sign codes.

• Public hearing for new park structures at 820 Main Street
• Conditional use request for medical office at 801 N Rochester St
• Conditional use request for Goodwill secondhand store at S Rochester and Arrowhead Dr
• Site plan review for Aman's Beer and Wine at 110 Chapman Farms Blvd
• Discussion of a new mixed-use development on STH 83 north of CTH NN

The Plan Commission voted to recommend approval of several conditional use permits and site plans to the Village Board, including a Goodwill secondhand store, a medical office, park structures, and a liquor store. The Goodwill site plan was approved with conditions regarding parking lot lighting and a shared access driveway. The commission also approved a certificate of design approval for a garage in the historic district and a comprehensive plan amendment for Bielinski Homes.

• Approved conditional use for park structures at 820 Main Street (motion carried)
• Approved site plan and architectural review for park structures at 820 Main Street (motion carried)
• Approved conditional use for medical office at 801 N Rochester Street (motion carried)
• Approved conditional use for Goodwill secondhand store at S Rochester St and Arrowhead Dr (motion carried)
• Approved site plan for Goodwill with conditions on lighting and shared driveway (motion carried, Penzkover abstained)
• Approved certificate of design approval for garage and driveway at 402 Grand Avenue (motion carried)
• Approved site plan for Aman's Beer and Wine liquor store at 110 Chapman Farms Blvd (motion carried)
• Approved comprehensive plan amendment for Bielinski Homes (motion carried)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will discuss downtown development plans, including Highway 83 rerouting and crosswalk safety enhancements. Members will also consider permits for local events like Summerfeste and Maxwell Street Days. Additionally, the committee will review financial reports and various infrastructure task orders.

• Approval of vouchers totaling $569,199.81
• Discussion on Highway 83 reroute and crosswalk safety enhancements
• Task order for Indianhead Park stage design in the amount of $23,460
• Final payment of $254,643.75 for Pick 'N Save Pond Retrofit
• Review of special event applications for Maxwell Street Days and Summerfeste

The Committee of the Whole voted 6-1 to deny the appeal of Cameron Schroeder's operator's license denial, with the police chief citing pending actions and suggesting he reapply next year. The committee also recommended approval of several items, including the 2021 Maxwell Street Days and Summerfeste special event permits, a $23,460 task order for the Indianhead Park stage design, and a $254,643.75 final payment for the Pick 'N Save pond retrofit. Additionally, they recommended cancelling three of four concert series events, keeping only the September 11 performance.

• Denied the appeal for an operator's license for Cameron Schroeder (6-1).
• Approved vouchers in the amount of $569,199.81.
• Recommended approval of Resolution 2021-16 supporting state and local partnership in shared revenue funds.
• Recommended approval of the American Legion Post 375's Maxwell Street Days special event application and temporary Class 'B' retailer's license.
• Recommended approval of the Mukwonago Lions Club's Summerfeste permit and temporary Class 'B' retailer's license, subject to COVID plan submission.
• Recommended approval of Task Order No. 2021-02 for the Indianhead Park Outdoor Performance Stage project in the amount of $23,460.
• Cancelled concerts #1, #2, and #3, keeping only #4 (Mt. Olive, September 11, 2021).
• Recommended approval of the Intergovernmental Agreement with Waukesha County for Adaptive Management Program Assistance (6-1).

Village Board

This special meeting includes a closed session regarding the employment, promotion, compensation, or performance evaluation of the Village Administrator. The board may reconvene in open session for discussion or action on matters from that session.

• Closed session concerning Village Administrator compensation and evaluation

The Village Board held a special meeting and went into closed session to discuss the Village Administrator's employment. After reconvening in open session, the board voted 6-1 to accept the resignation agreement and release, and authorized the Village President to sign all necessary documents. Trustee Walsh voted against the motion.

• Approved a motion to enter closed session to discuss the Village Administrator's compensation and evaluation.
• Approved a motion to reconvene into open session.
• Approved the resignation agreement and release for the Village Administrator, authorizing the Village President to sign all documents (6-1 vote).

Village Board

The Mukwonago Village Board will review several infrastructure and administrative items, including a $613,792.45 street rehabilitation contract. The agenda also includes a task order for the Fox River Pedestrian Bridge and a conditional use request for a thrift store.

• $613,792.45 contract award to Wolf Paving Co., Inc. for street rehabilitation
• $59,615.00 task order for Fox River Pedestrian Bridge survey and design
• Conditional use request for a thrift store at 201 S Rochester St
• Adoption of Budget Policy and annual budget preparation ordinance
• Revisions to the Joint Village and Town Board Fire Department Agreement

The Village Board unanimously rejected Resolution 2021-02 for special assessments on the Sugden and Sommer properties due to errors, then adopted Resolution 2021-15, a preliminary resolution to levy special assessments only on the Sommer property, in a 4-3 vote. The board also approved a $59,615 task order for the Fox River Pedestrian Bridge design, a conditional use for a thrift store, and several other routine items.

• Rejected Resolution 2021-02 for special assessments (unanimous).
• Adopted Resolution 2021-15 for special assessments on Sommer property only (4-3).
• Approved Task Order No. 2021-01 for Fox River Pedestrian Bridge design (5-2).
• Approved Resolution 2021-11 for conditional use of thrift store at 201 S Rochester St (unanimous).
• Approved Resolution 2021-13 for public participation plan for zoning/sign code update (unanimous).
• Approved vouchers totaling $1,211,839.10 (unanimous).
• Approved Resolution 2021-17 for interim Public Works Crew Supervisor stipend (unanimous).
• Approved Resolution 2021-18 to amend Sewer Utilities budget (unanimous).

Plan Commission

The Mukwonago Plan Commission will review conditional use requests for a banquet facility at 110 Chapman Farms Blvd and a thrift store at 201 S Rochester St. The meeting also includes discussions regarding updates to the village's zoning and sign codes. Additionally, the commission will consider proposed amendments to the Comprehensive Plan for Meadow Park Estates Addition No 3.

• Conditional use request for a banquet facility at 110 Chapman Farms Blvd
• Conditional use request for a thrift store at 201 S Rochester St
• Proposed amendment to the Comprehensive Plan and Zoning Map for Meadow Park Estates Addition No 3
• Discussion on the zoning and sign code rewrite and public participation plan

The Mukwonago Plan Commission recommended approval of a conditional use for a banquet facility at Aman's Beer and Wine (110 Chapman Farms Blvd) and a thrift store at 201 S Rochester St, along with a comprehensive plan amendment and zoning map change for a property in Meadow Park Estates. A site plan and architectural review for the liquor store and assembly hall was tabled until April 13, 2021. The commission also approved a public participation plan for the zoning and sign code update.

• Approved Resolution 2021-09 for conditional use banquet facility at 110 Chapman Farms Blvd (motion Decker/Werner)
• Approved Resolution 2021-11 for conditional use thrift store at 201 S Rochester St (motion Wamser/Werner)
• Tabled Resolution 2021-10 site plan and architectural review for liquor store and assembly hall until April 13, 2021
• Approved Resolution 2021-12 to amend Comprehensive Plan for Lot 1 CSM #10415/Lot 26 blk 5 Meadow Park Estates (motion Decker/Werner)
• Approved ordinance to amend District Zoning Map for same Meadow Park Estates property (motion Decker/Brill)
• Approved Resolution 2021-13 adopting public participation plan for zoning and sign code update (motion Decker/Werner)

Committee of the Whole

The committee will review budget amendments for various village funds and discuss the Bay Apartment Development project. Members will also consider a street rehabilitation contract and a new snow and ice control policy. Discussions include attorney and engineering expenditures and a public comment period ordinance.

• Street Rehabilitation contract award to Wolf Paving Co., Inc. for $613,792.45
• Task Order No. 2021-01 for Fox River Pedestrian Bridge design for $59,615.00
• Approval of vouchers in the amount of $3,779,619.98
• Resolution 2021-07 amending 2020 adopted budgets
• Presentation regarding the Bay Apartment Development project

The Committee of the Whole recommended approval of the 2021 Street Rehabilitation contract with Wolf Paving Co., Inc. for $613,792.45, and a new Budget Policy (Resolution 2021-08) to start the budget process earlier. They also recommended a $59,615 design contract for the Fox River Pedestrian Bridge (4-2), and approved an ordinance allowing public comment at Committee meetings. All recommendations go to the Village Board for final action.

• Recommended approval of Wolf Paving 2021 Street Rehabilitation contract, $613,792.45 (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of Resolution 2021-08 Budget Policy (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of Task Order for Fox River Pedestrian Bridge design, $59,615 (4-2)
• Recommended approval of ordinance allowing public comment at Committee of the Whole meetings (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of Resolution 2021-07 amending 2020 budgets (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of ordinance amending Section 2-172 annual budget preparation (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of Snow & Ice Control Policy (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of vouchers totaling $3,779,619.98 (unanimous)

Village Board

The board will consider Resolution 2021-07 to amend the 2020 budgets for various funds, including General Fund, Fire, and Library. The agenda also includes a review of goals for the Village Administrator for 2021. A closed session is scheduled regarding the evaluation of the Village Administrator.

• Resolution 2021-07 amending 2020 budgets for various funds
• Review of 2021 Village Administrator goals
• Closed session for Village Administrator evaluation

The Village Board unanimously approved Resolution 2021-07, amending the 2020 adopted budgets for the General Fund, Fire, Community Development, Wisconsin Development, TID 3, TID 4, Debt Service, Fire Designated, Village Designated, Capital Equipment, Library, Capital Improvement, Impact Fees, and Parkland Site Funds. The board also discussed Village Administrator goals, deciding to review and return the top five goals by March 12, 2021, for a future closed session. The board then entered closed session to evaluate the Village Administrator and reconvened in open session before adjourning.

• Approved Resolution 2021-07 amending the 2020 adopted budgets for multiple funds (unanimous).
• Approved the February 3, 2021 special meeting minutes (unanimous).
• Discussed Village Administrator goals; board to return top five goals by March 12, 2021.
• Moved into closed session to evaluate the Village Administrator (unanimous).
• Reconvened into open session (unanimous).

Village Board

The Village Board is reviewing several land use and financial items. This includes considering a conditional use permit for a thrift store and releasing lot restrictions in the Fairwinds Subdivision. The board will also discuss using settlement funds for fire department equipment.

• Conditional Use Permit and Site Plan for Circle of Friends Mission Thrift Shoppe Inc at 851 Greenridge Center
• Release of restrictions on remaining lots in the Fairwinds Subdivision
• Use of $40,000 from 2020 settlement funds for fire department turnout gear
• Use of $5,500 from 2020 settlement funds for EVP at Pearl and N Rochester Street
• Approval of Resolution 2021-04 to adopt the official Village seal

The Village Board approved a conditional use permit and site plan for a thrift store operated by Circle of Friends Mission Thrift Shoppe at 851 Greenridge Center, with conditions recommended by the Plan Commission. The board also approved using $40,000 from a 2020 fire department settlement for turnout gear, $5,500 for emergency vehicle preemption equipment, and a settlement agreement regarding stormwater pond repairs for Box Self Storage. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved conditional use permit for Circle of Friends thrift store at 851 Greenridge Center (unanimous)
• Approved site plan and architectural review for Circle of Friends thrift store (unanimous)
• Approved $40,000 from 2020 settlement for firefighter turnout gear (unanimous)
• Approved $5,500 from 2020 settlement for EVP at Pearl and N Rochester St (unanimous)
• Approved 2020 Fire Department Joint Settlement and funding of proposed reserves (unanimous)
• Approved budget amendment for 2020 budget (unanimous)
• Approved settlement agreement for stormwater pond repair for Box Self Storage (unanimous)
• Approved release of restriction on remaining lots in Fairwinds Subdivision (unanimous)

Plan Commission

The Plan Commission will consider a conditional use request for a thrift store at 851 Greenridge Center. The commission will also review the site plan and architectural design for this location. The meeting includes a public hearing and approval of November 2020 minutes.

• Conditional use request for Circle of Friends Mission Thrift Shoppe Inc at 851 Greenridge Center
• Site plan and architectural review for 851 Greenridge Center
• Approval of November 10, 2020 meeting minutes

The Plan Commission voted to recommend approval of a conditional use permit for a thrift store (Circle of Friends Mission Thrift Shoppe) at 851 Greenridge Center, with a correction to the resolution. It also recommended approval of the site plan and architectural review for the same property, adding a condition that all relevant building codes be met before occupancy. Both recommendations go to the Village Board for final action.

• Approved Resolution 2021-05 recommending conditional use for thrift store at 851 Greenridge Center (with correction to item 4f)
• Approved Resolution 2021-06 recommending site plan and architectural review for Circle of Friends Mission Thrift Shoppe (with added condition on building codes)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will discuss voucher approvals totaling over $4.3 million and a proposed parking easement at 301 Main Street. Members will also review an operator's license application and updates on downtown streetscaping. Additionally, the committee will receive reports on police use of force certification and monthly treasury figures.

• Approval of vouchers in the amount of $4,369,910.56
• Permanent easement and access agreement for public parking at 301 Main Street
• Recommendation to deny an operator's license application for Cameron Schroeder
• Update on streetscaping-wayfinding design and RFP
• Adoption of Resolution 2021-04 regarding the Village official seal

The Committee of the Whole unanimously recommended approval of vouchers totaling $4,369,910.56 and Resolution 2021-04 adopting the official village seal. It also recommended denial of an operator's license for Cameron Schroeder. No action was taken on a permanent easement for 301 Main Street or on a letter from Mike Siewert.

• Approved minutes of January 20, 2021 (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of vouchers totaling $4,369,910.56 (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of Resolution 2021-04 adopting official village seal (unanimous)
• Recommended denial of operator's license for Cameron Schroeder (unanimous)
• No action on permanent easement for 301 Main Street
• No action on Mike Siewert inquiry

Village Board

The Village Board will discuss the Village Administrator's goals for 2021. The board will also enter a closed session to conduct an evaluation of the Village Administrator.

• Discussion of 2021 Village Administrator goals
• Closed session regarding Village Administrator evaluation

The Village Board held a special meeting on February 3, 2021, and unanimously voted to enter closed session to evaluate the Village Administrator. After reconvening, the board unanimously tabled the Village Administrator goals for 2021 to the March 3, 2021 special meeting. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Entered closed session for Village Administrator evaluation (unanimous)
• Reconvened to open session at 6:50pm (unanimous)
• Moved Village Administrator goals for 2021 to March 3, 2021 special meeting (unanimous)

Committee of the Whole

The committee will consider amending 2020 budgets for several village funds due to COVID grants. Members will also discuss street rehabilitation services and a liquor license application.

• Budget amendments for General Fund, Fire, Library, and Sewer Utility Funds
• $90,180 task order for the 2021 Street Rehabilitation project
• Liquor license application for Aman's Beer + Wine at 110 Chapman Blvd
• $383,333.34 developer grant disbursement for The Pointe Apartments LLC
• Approval of vouchers totaling $414,306.63

The Committee of the Whole recommended approval of several items, including a resolution to amend the 2020 budgets for multiple funds, approval of vouchers totaling $414,306.63, and a new liquor license for Aman's Beer + Wine. They also recommended approval of the Official Guidebook and Organizational Chart, two letter of credit reductions, a task order for street rehabilitation design, a draw on a letter of credit for storm water non-compliance, and a fire code ordinance revision. All recommendations were unanimous except the liquor license, which passed 6-1.

• Recommended approval of Resolution 2021-01A amending 2020 budgets (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of vouchers totaling $414,306.63 (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of liquor license for Aman's Beer + Wine (6-1)
• Recommended approval of Official Guidebook and Organizational Chart (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of Letter of Credit Reduction #2 for Chapman Villas to $535,384.00 (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of Letter of Credit Reduction #7 for Orchards of Mukwonago to $35,474.28 (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of Task Order No. 2020-14 for street rehab design at $90,180 (unanimous)
• Recommended draw on letter of credit for storm water non-compliance at The Box Self Storage (unanimous)

Village Board

The Village Board will discuss amending 2020 budgets for several funds, including COVID grants. The meeting includes a public hearing regarding special assessments for water, wastewater, storm water, and road improvements. Additionally, the board will consider a contract for the 2021 Street Rehabilitation project.

• Task Order No. 2020-14 for 2021 Street Rehabilitation in the amount of $90,180
• Public hearing for special assessments for water, wastewater, storm water, and road improvements
• Liquor license application for Aman's Beer + Wine at 110 Chapman Blvd
• Resolution to amend 2020 budgets for General Fund, Fire, Library, and Sewer Utility Funds
• Letter of credit reduction for Chapman Villas to a new amount of $535,384.00

The Village Board approved an original Class A fermented malt beverage and intoxicating liquor combination license for VM Investments, LLC, d/b/a Aman's Beer + Wine at 110 Chapman Blvd, with conditions, by a 6-1 vote. The board also approved a final special assessment resolution for water and sewer improvements (6-1), adopted the Elected & Appointed Official Guidebook, and approved several consent agenda items including vouchers and budget amendments. A closed session was held to discuss negotiation strategy for the St. James Property and evaluation of the Village Administrator.

• Approved liquor license for Aman's Beer + Wine (6-1)
• Approved Resolution 2021-02 final special assessments for Sugden and Sommer property improvements (6-1)
• Adopted Resolution 2021-03 Official Guidebook and Organizational Chart (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including $414,306.63 vouchers and budget amendment (unanimous)
• Approved draw on letter of credit for The Box Self Storage storm water non-compliance (unanimous)
• Approved $701,215.93 accounts payable vouchers (unanimous)
• Approved Fire Department Policy revision #11 Duty Company Operations (unanimous)
• Approved closed session for St. James Property negotiation and administrator evaluation (unanimous)