Oconomowoc public meetings in 2022

Utility Committee

The Utility Committee has no items requiring action at this meeting. The agenda consists solely of routine department reports on electric, water, and wastewater volumes, plus updates on utility billing, electric projects, and wastewater operations.

• Electric rate change application filed with PSC; customer notice in December bills
• Wastewater rates to change in January; rate summary in bills
• South Beach Road overhead-to-underground conversion completed
• Northeast Feeder Project completed (Hwy K to Hwy Z along 16 bypass)
• Secondary Digester project contracts signed; kick-off in January

Western Lakes Fire District’s Fire Board or Commission

The Western Lakes Fire District's Fire Board will meet on December 19, 2022, to discuss and potentially act on the Okauchee REO engine lease agreement, 2023 fee schedules, and 2023 capital improvements. The board will also hold a closed session to consider employee compensation and benefits, followed by open-session actions on the employee benefits policy and full-time compensation steps.

• Discussion/Action: Okauchee REO Engine Lease Agreement
• Discussion/Action: 2023 Fee Schedules
• Discussion: 2023 Capital Improvements
• Closed session on employee compensation and benefits (per Wis. Stat. 19.85(1)(c))
• Discussion/Action: Employee Benefits Policy and Full-time Compensation Steps

Western Lakes Fire District’s Fire Board or Commission

The Western Lakes Fire District's Fire Commission is meeting to approve prior minutes, enter closed session for employee performance evaluations, and discuss/act on eligibility pools for full-time firefighter/paramedic, battalion chief, and assistant chief positions. The agenda is largely procedural and personnel-related, with no public policy or budget items listed.

• Approval of minutes from February 10, 2022 and September 7, 2022 meetings
• Closed session under Wis. Stat. § 19.85(1)(c) for employee employment, promotion, compensation, or performance evaluation
• Discussion/Action on Full-time Firefighter/Paramedic Eligibility Pool
• Discussion/Action on Battalion Chief Eligibility Pool
• Discussion/Action on Assistant Chief Eligibility Pool

Police Commission

The Oconomowoc Police Commission will meet to approve minutes, present merit awards, discuss and approve a new police officer job description, and discuss the K9 job description and testing process. The meeting will also include a closed session for disciplinary action, followed by reconvening in open session.

• Merit award presentations for life-saving and award of excellence
• Discuss and approve new police officer job description and duties
• Discussion of police K9 job description and testing process
• Closed session per Wis. Stats. 19.85(1)(c) for disciplinary action

The Commission approved the minutes from the October 19, 2022 meeting. Members discussed updates to the Police Officer job description and the testing process for K9 handlers.

• Approved October 19, 2022 meeting minutes (4-0)

Architectural Commission & Historic Preservation Commission

The Architectural Commission will discuss the proposed VA clinic at 1291 Olympia Fields Drive, seeking feedback on its design. They will also consider approving amended building plans for the Park at Prairie Creek condominiums, changing the style from French Country to Modern Farmhouse, including the clubhouse.

• Discussion of 8,464 SF VA clinic at 1291 Olympia Fields Drive
• Consider approval of revised residential building plans for Park at Prairie Creek, south of Whalen Drive
• Style change from French Country to Modern Farmhouse for condominiums
• Clubhouse review for Park at Prairie Creek
• Approve minutes of November 2, 2022

The commission approved revised residential building plans for a condominium development, shifting the style to Modern Farmhouse. Action on the development's clubhouse was postponed. The commission also reviewed plans for a proposed VA medical clinic, but no action was taken.

• Approved November 2, 2022 minutes (3-0-1)
• Approved revised residential building plans for The Park at Prairie Creek with specific stone and dormer changes (4-0)
• Postponed action on The Park at Prairie Creek clubhouse
• No action taken on VA Clinic at Olympia Fields building plans

Plan Commission

The Plan Commission meeting scheduled for December 7 has been cancelled due to a lack of items moving forward. No decisions or discussions will take place at this meeting.

• Meeting cancelled due to lack of agenda items

Joint Review Board

The Joint Review Board is meeting to consider and act on a resolution approving the creation of Tax Incremental District No. 8, a blighted area district on N. Main Street. The district would fund a mixed-use development with public improvements including a boardwalk, parking, restrooms, and greenspace. The board will also review the project plan and related documents, and approve minutes from the previous meeting.

• Resolution JRB22-R3083 to approve creation of TID No. 8
• Project plan includes $5.5M in project costs, $3.6M for Phase I via GO bonds
• District covers 4 parcels (.44 acres) on N. Main Street, current value $2.29M
• Proposed mixed-use building with residential, commercial, and public parking
• Review of Plan Commission Res PC22-R3064 and Common Council Res 22-R3082

The Joint Review Board approved the creation of Tax Incremental District (TID) 8 to support the Rockwell mixed-use building project. The project includes commercial space, condominiums, and public improvements such as a rain garden and public restrooms. The total TIF is $32.2M with an expected payoff period of 17 years.

• Approved September 7, 2022 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved Resolution JRB22-R3083 creating Tax Incremental District No. 8 (5-0)

Finance Committee

The Oconomowoc Finance Committee will consider four items: indexing impact fees and sewer availability charges for 2023, revising the fixed assets capitalization policy, levying a special assessment against St. Jerome's Congregation for the Thackery Trail project, and approving a payment-in-lieu-of-taxes agreement with Lutheran Homes of Oconomowoc. These are recommendations to the Common Council, not final decisions.

• Resolution 22-R3084: Index impact fees and sewer availability charges effective Jan 1, 2023 (e.g., parks fee per dwelling unit rises from $3,120 to $3,298)
• Resolution 22-R3088: Revise fixed assets capitalization policy, raising threshold from $5,000 to $25,000 for infrastructure and $10,000 for other assets
• Resolution 22-R3086: Levy special assessment against St. Jerome's Congregation for one-half of Thackery Trail extension costs
• Agreement for Payments in Lieu of Taxes (PILOT) from Lutheran Homes of Oconomowoc

The Finance Committee recommended four resolutions for approval, including updates to impact fees and capitalization policies. The committee also recommended a PILOT agreement and special assessments for a trail project.

• Recommended Resolution 22-R3084 to index impact fees and sewer availability charges effective Jan 1, 2023 (3-0-0)
• Recommended Resolution 22-R3088 to revise Fixed Assets Capitalization Policy for FY 2022 (3-0-0)
• Recommended Resolution 22-R3086 to levy special assessments against St. Jerome’s Congregation for Thackeray Trail project (3-0-0)
• Recommended approving PILOT agreement for Lutheran Homes of Oconomowoc to increase annual contribution by $25,000 through 2028 (3-0-0)

Utility Committee

The Utility Committee will discuss purchasing water main materials in advance for 2023 capital projects, with a quote from Core & Main totaling $624,650.04 after a 1% discount. The committee will also consider approving $3,777.95 in utility customer write-offs for uncollectable accounts. The agenda includes approval of minutes from three prior meetings.

• Discussion on pre-purchasing materials for 2023 Street Projects and Well #8 water main projects; Core & Main quote $624,650.04 after 1% discount
• Consider/recommend approval of 2022 utility write-offs totaling $3,777.95 (bankruptcy and moved-out accounts)
• Approve minutes from October 18, 25, and November 1, 2022 meetings

The committee recommended the approval of 2022 Utility Billing write-offs. Members also agreed to purchase materials in advance for 2023 Capital projects to avoid lead-time delays.

• Approved minutes of October 18, 25 and November 1, 2022 (3-0-0)
• Agreed to make utility material purchases in advance of 2023 Capital projects
• Recommended approving 2022 Utility Billing write-offs of $3,777.95 (3-0-0)

Common Council

The Oconomowoc Common Council will consider several financial and development items, including indexing impact fees and sewer charges for 2023, levying special assessments for the Thackery Trail project, and approving agreements related to the Rockwell development. The agenda also includes routine items like election ward combining, a liquor license, and various contracts.

• Resolution 22-R3084: Indexing impact fees and sewer availability charges effective January 1, 2023
• Resolution 22-R3086: Levying special assessments for Thackery Trail Project (St. Jerome's Congregation)
• Agreement for Payments in Lieu of Taxes (PILOT) from Lutheran Homes of Oconomowoc
• Resolution 22-R3082: Approving project plan for Tax Increment District No. 8
• Redevelopment Agreement with Rockwell Partners, LLC

The Common Council approved construction and design contracts for Rockwell Park and a redevelopment agreement with Rockwell Partners, LLC. Other actions included approving a boat launch cost-sharing agreement and a new liquor license for Shotzy's, LLC.

• Confirmed Susan Marshall to Fire Commission (8-0-0)
• Confirmed Mark Knight to Bureau of Economic Development and Tourism Commission (8-0-0)
• Approved indexing of Impact Fees and Sewer Availability Charges effective Jan 1, 2023 (8-0-0)
• Approved special assessments against St. Jerome’s Congregation for Thackeray Trail Project (8-0-0)
• Granted new 'Class B' liquor license to Shotzy's, LLC (8-0-0)
• Awarded Rockwell Park Phase 1 Construction Management Contract to Clarke Dietz (7-0-1)
• Awarded Lac La Belle Boat Launch Design & Engineering contract and cost-sharing agreement (8-0-0)
• Approved Redevelopment Agreement with Rockwell Partners, LLC (6-0-2)

Protection and Welfare Committee

The Protection and Welfare Committee will consider recommending Resolution 22-R3080 to grant a new 2022-2023 Class B intoxicating liquor/fermented malt beverage license to Shotzy's, LLC for the premises at 105 S. Main Street, formerly Breakshots. The applicant meets all licensing requirements, and the current license will be surrendered if the new one is approved. The committee's recommendation will go to the Common Council for final action.

• Resolution 22-R3080 granting a new Class B liquor license to Shotzy's, LLC
• License for premises at 105 S. Main Street, formerly Breakshots
• Agent: Sarah D. Kerr, address 4873 Village Ct Apt 4, Nashotah
• License expires June 30, 2023
• Current license surrendered effective December 7, 2022 if approved

The Protection and Welfare Committee met to consider a liquor license application. The committee voted to recommend the granting of a new 2022-2023 "Class B" Intoxicating Liquor/Fermented Malt Beverage License to Shotzy's, LLC.

• Recommended Resolution 22-R3080 granting a new 2022-2023 "Class B" Intoxicating Liquor/Fermented Malt Beverage License to Shotzy's, LLC (3-0-0)

Public Services

The Public Services Committee will consider and recommend several contracts and budget amendments, including awarding a construction management contract for Rockwell Park Phase 1, renewing building inspection services, and approving contracts for Community Center railings and 2023 Streets Program design. These items will be recommended to the Common Council for final approval.

• Resolution 22-R3077: Award Rockwell Park Phase 1 construction management to SEH, Inc. for $19,220 plus $1,922 contingency (total $21,142) or Clark Dietz for $17,960 plus $1,796 contingency (total $19,756), funded by donated funds.
• Contract for Building Inspection Services with Wisconsin Building Inspections, LLP for 2023-2025, with fee split: 60% up to $150,000, 55% for $150,001-$300,000, 40% over $300,000.
• Resolution 22-R3079: Award Community Center Exterior Railings contract to Badger Railing Inc. for $53,825 plus $2,500 contingency (total $56,325), with budget amendment of $9,815 from 2022 OCC Reserves.
• Resolution 22-R3085: Award 2023 Streets Program Design Engineering contract (details not provided in agenda).

The Public Services Committee recommended several construction and engineering contracts, including the 2023 Streets Program Design. The committee also approved a building inspection services contract through 2025.

• Recommended Rockwell Park Phase 1 Construction Management Contract to SEH for $19,220 plus 10% contingency (2-0-1)
• Approved budget amendment for Rockwell Park Phase 1 Construction Management Contract for SEH (2-0-1)
• Recommended Oconomowoc Community Center Exterior Railings Contract to Badger Railings for $53,825 plus $2,500 contingency and budget amendment (3-0-0)
• Recommended 2023 Streets Program Design Engineering Contract to Ayres Associates for $132,386 plus 10% contingency and budget amendment (3-0-0)
• Recommended Building Inspection Services contract with Wisconsin Building Inspections, LLP from January 1, 2023 through December 31, 2025 (3-0-0)

Community Development Authority

The Community Development Authority will consider certifying the Redevelopment Plan for the N. Main Street Redevelopment Project Area, a step toward enabling redevelopment and potential use of tax increment financing. They will also discuss concepts for the E. Wisconsin Avenue Redevelopment Master Plan. The meeting includes approval of prior minutes and public comment.

• Resolution 22-RCDA 3081 certifying the N. Main Street Redevelopment Plan
• Discussion of E. Wisconsin Avenue Redevelopment Master Plan concepts
• Approval of June 21, 2022 meeting minutes
• Public comments from audience

The Community Development Authority approved the certification of the N. Main Street Redevelopment Project Area plan. Members also reviewed design concepts for E. Wisconsin Ave and directed staff to make adjustments before presenting to Council.

• Approved June 21, 2022 minutes (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 22-RCDA3081 certifying the N. Main Street Redevelopment Project Area plan (5-0)

Western Lakes Fire District’s Fire Board or Commission

The Western Lakes Fire District Fire Board will meet to discuss and potentially act on repairs to the generator at Station 1, review routine consent agenda items including bill payments, and receive reports from the Fire Chief and Assistant/Bureau Chiefs. The board will also convene a closed session to consider employee compensation and benefits, and will not reconvene into open session afterward.

• Discussion/Action on Station 1 Generator Repairs
• Consent agenda includes minutes of October 24, 2022 meeting, payment of bills, and ambulance/highway refunds
• Closed session under Wis. Stat. 19.85(1)(c) for employee compensation and benefits
• Fire Chief's report on administration, operations, and finances

Technology Committee

The Oconomowoc Technology Committee will consider recommending to the Common Council the outcome of a Zoom call with Attorney Andrew Campanelli regarding municipal oversight of wireless installations, including a proposed $8,500 retainer to draft code provisions. The committee will also receive an update on monitoring wireless frequencies in other communities. The agenda includes routine items like approving minutes and setting future meeting dates.

• Consider/act on recommendation to Council on Zoom call with Attorney Andrew Campanelli regarding wireless installation ordinances
• Update from Committee Member Persick on monitoring wireless frequencies in other communities
• Approve minutes of August 24, 2022
• Set future meeting dates: February 28, 2023 and May 30, 2023

The Technology Committee voted to recommend that the Council hire attorney Andrew Campanelli to draft municipal ordinances for overseeing wireless installations. The cost for drafting the ordinance is $8,500, with additional costs for alterations.

• Approved August 24, 2022 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Recommended to Council hiring attorney Andrew Campanelli to draft wireless installation ordinances (5-0)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will consider recommending Resolution 22-R3078 to approve a 3-year financial auditing services contract with Baker Tilly LLP for $123,000, with an option to renew for two additional years. They will also review the 3rd quarter 2022 financials and act on October 2022 vouchers.

• Resolution 22-R3078: Approve 2022-2024 audit services contract with Baker Tilly LLP for $123,000 (option to renew 2025-2026)
• Review of 3rd Quarter 2022 financials, noting higher-than-anticipated gasoline and natural gas prices
• Building permits revenue at 228.66% of budget ($685,985.40 vs $300,000 budget) due to hail storm
• Interest on investments at 258.92% of budget ($103,567.84 vs $40,000 budget) due to rate increases
• Adult sports revenue at 232.52% of budget ($34,203.78 vs $14,710 budget)

The Finance Committee recommended approval of a multi-year audit services contract and approved over $5.2 million in vouchers. The committee also reviewed 3rd Quarter 2022 financials.

• Recommended Resolution 22-R3078 approving 2022-2024 Audit Services Contract with Baker Tilly (3-0-0)
• Approved October 2022 Voucher Report in the amount of $5,218,849.25 (3-0-0)

Common Council

The Common Council will hold public hearings and consider the 2023 city budget, the property tax levy, and a rezoning for the Rockwell mixed-use development at 121-135 N. Main St. The Rockwell project would allow a 5-story building with retail, restaurant, parking, and 20 condominiums, exceeding height limits. The council will also vote on the official map update, wastewater rate adjustment, and utility budgets.

• Public hearing and vote on 2023 budget and property tax levy
• Rezoning for Rockwell mixed-use development at 121-135 N. Main St. (PD overlay, height increase to 69'6")
• Update to City Official Map (rights-of-way, public facilities)
• Resolution 22-R3075: Wastewater Treatment Rate Adjustment
• Resolution 22-R3078: 2022-2024 Audit Services Contract

The Council approved the 2023 City Budget with amendments to library funding and set the 2022 property tax levy. It also approved a Planned Development Overlay and land combination for the Rockwell mixed-use project on N Main Street. Additionally, the Council updated the City Official Map and approved the 2023 Utility Budgets.

• Approved 2023 City Budget as amended (6-0-2)
• Set 2022 Property Tax Levy at $15,429,994 (6-0-2)
• Approved Planned Development Overlay for Rockwell Development at 121-135 N. Main Street (5-0-3)
• Approved Certified Survey Map for Rockwell Development land combination (5-0-3)
• Approved 2023 Utility Budgets (8-0-0)
• Approved Wastewater Treatment Rate Adjustment (8-0-0)
• Approved 2022-2024 Audit Services Contract with Baker Tilly (8-0-0)
• Approved update to City Official Map for Concord Road right-of-way (8-0-0)

Utility Committee

The Utility Committee meeting has no items requiring action or review; it is informational only. The agenda consists of monthly volume and revenue summaries for electric, water, and wastewater utilities, along with department reports on billing, electric operations, and wastewater treatment. No decisions or proposals are scheduled.

• Electric rate adjustment application sent to Public Service Commission
• Winter disconnection moratorium preparation; 106 customers disconnected this year
• Renewable energy blocks program: 150 accounts, ~$17,600, 4.3 million kWh
• New MyMeter smartphone app launched; no incremental costs
• Wastewater: Secondary Digester contracts signed; NE Regional Park Lift Station construction started

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is holding a closed session to discuss cost allocations for the City Beach Boat Launch design. Aldermen Kowieski and Schellpeper requested the discussion to prioritize funding for the engineering/design in the upcoming budget. No formal action will be taken at this meeting.

• Closed session under Wis. Stat. 19.85(1)(e) for purchasing/investing discussions
• Discussion on City Beach Boat Launch design cost allocations
• Requested by Alderman Kowieski, supported by Alderman Schellpeper

The Committee of the Whole convened into a closed session to deliberate on City Beach Boat Launch Design Cost Allocations. No other substantive actions were recorded.

• Approved motion to enter closed session regarding City Beach Boat Launch Design Cost Allocations (8-0-0)

Parks & Recreation Board

The Oconomowoc Parks & Recreation Board will discuss and potentially act on a proposed request for proposals (RFP) for a pontoon boat docking lease, with a minimum of $2,000 per slip, and consider charging a $300 per boat season permit fee for commercial use of the city boat launch. The board will also review department reports and approve October 2022 vouchers.

• Proposed RFP for pontoon boat docking lease: 2-year term with two 1-year options, minimum $2,000 per slip (2 slips)
• Discussion on $300/boat per season commercial boat launch permit fee
• Consider/act on October 2022 vouchers
• Department reports for October 2022 (Director, Parks & Forestry, Recreation Manager, Community Center)

The board approved the October 2022 meeting minutes and vouchers. Members discussed plans to put the Pontoon Boat Docking Lease out for bid and the creation of season passes for commercial boat rental companies using the boat launch.

• Approved October 2022 meeting minutes
• Approved October 2022 vouchers

Common Council

The Common Council is holding a public brainstorming session with Neumann Companies, the developers of the proposed Olympia Hills project, to discuss potential uses and redevelopment opportunities for the former Olympia Ski Hill. No formal action will be taken at this meeting.

• Public meeting with Neumann Companies on Olympia Hills project
• Discussion of potential uses for former Olympia Ski Hill
• Open dialogue between Council and developers

The Common Council held a brainstorming session to discuss potential uses and funding for the former Olympia Ski Hill. Council members discussed various recreational and commercial options and expressed a requirement for the developer to demolish the building and maintain the hill.

• Adjourned meeting (7-0)

Bureau of Economic Development & Tourism Commission

The Oconomowoc Bureau of Economic Development & Tourism Commission will review 2022 accommodations tax revenue, discuss destination marketing implementation ideas, and consider the 2023 tourism budget. The agenda includes a proposed $50,000/year partnership with the Lake Country DockHounds for 2023-2025, along with other potential projects. The meeting is scheduled for November 14, 2022, at the Lake Country DockHounds Stadium.

• Review of 2022 accommodations tax revenue: General Fund at $161,270.01 (113.73% of budget), Tourism Fund at $226,735.11 (141.71% of budget)
• Discussion and possible action on 2023 tourism budget
• Proposed $50,000/year partnership with Lake Country DockHounds for 2023-2025 seasons
• Potential $10,000 contribution to Oz Plaza implementation
• Proposed $15,000 for on-road bike route signage connecting Roosevelt and City LaBelle west leg

The Commission approved a $20,000 contribution to the Oz Plaza and recommended a three-year partnership with the Lake Country DockHounds for City Council approval. The body also recommended the 2022 Tourism Budget. Staff reported that 2022 accommodations tax revenues exceeded the $300,000 forecast.

• Approved $20,000 contribution to the Oz Plaza (5-0)
• Moved Lake Country DockHounds partnership agreement to Council (5-0)
• Recommended the 2022 Tourism Budget (5-0)
• Approved October 17, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Architectural Commission & Historic Preservation Commission

The Architectural Commission will consider approving building plans for a multi-tenant industrial building (246,970 SF) at the northwest corner of Blue Ribbon Drive and Blue Ribbon Circle North, approximately 1000 Blue Ribbon Circle North. The building, proposed by Lifetime Oconomowoc, LLC, was previously discussed in August without formal action. Staff recommends approval with conditions on flagpole height, HVAC screening, and master sign plan.

• 246,970 SF multi-tenant industrial building at 1000 Blue Ribbon Circle North
• Building height reduced to 50' to comply with zoning
• Flagpole limited to 40' unless special approval
• HVAC rooftop units must be screened
• Master sign plan required before sign permits

The Commission approved building plans for a 246,970 sf multi-tenant building at approximately 1000 Blue Ribbon Circle North. Approval was granted subject to specific conditions regarding the flagpole height, HVAC screening, and signage.

• Approved building plans for Lifetime Oconomowoc (2-0)
• Limited flagpole height to 40 feet unless special approvals are granted
• Required all HVAC rooftop units to be screened
• Required a master sign plan for Commission approval prior to sign permits
• Approved October 5, 2022 minutes (3-0)

Plan Commission

The Oconomowoc Plan Commission will hold a public hearing and consider several actions related to the proposed Tax Incremental Financing District #8 for the North Main Street Redevelopment (The Rockwell), including design review, property disposition, and zoning changes. The commission will also review major design plans for a new Lifetime Oconomowoc facility at Blue Ribbon Circle North. The agenda includes multiple items for decision or recommendation.

• Public hearing on creation of TID #8 for North Main Street Redevelopment (The Rockwell)
• Resolution PC22-R3064 designating boundaries and approving project plan for TID No. 8
• Resolution PC22-R3065 recommending disposition of public property for Rockwell Development (111 N. Main Street)
• Ordinance 22-O1041 to create Planned Development Overlay District for Rockwell Development (121-135 N. Main Street)
• Major Design Review Plans for Lifetime Oconomowoc at approximately 1000 Blue Ribbon Circle North

The Commission approved the design and TIF project plan for The Rockwell, a mixed-use development on N. Main Street, including the disposition of 11,050 sf of public land from the Village Green. The Commission also approved design plans for a new building at 1000 Blue Ribbon Circle North and recommended an updated Official City Map.

• Approved Major Design Review Plans for Lifetime Oconomowoc at 1000 Blue Ribbon Circle North (7-0)
• Approved Resolution PC22-R3064 for TID #8 Project Plan for North Main Street Redevelopment (7-0)
• Approved Resolution PC22-R3065 to dispose of 11,050 sf of public property at 111 N. Main Street (6-1)
• Approved Certified Survey Map for Rockwell Development land combination (7-0)
• Recommended Ordinance 22-O1041 for Rockwell Planned Development Overlay District to Council (7-0)
• Approved Major Design Review Plans for The Rockwell Development at 121-135 N. Main Street (6-1)
• Recommended Resolution 22-R3066 to update the City Official Map (7-0)
• Approved October 5, 2022 meeting minutes (6-0)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will consider recommending approval of the 2023 wastewater rates and the 2023 utility budgets (wastewater, water, electric) to the Common Council. The proposed sewer rates include an average 7.5% increase for residential customers and 9.0% for commercial customers. The utility budgets outline significant spending on capital projects and operating expenses.

• Proposed 2023 wastewater rates: average residential increase 7.5% ($2.05/month), commercial 9.0%
• 2023 wastewater budget includes $534,000 for Oconomowoc River watershed phosphorus reduction project
• Water utility capital budget includes $1,500,000 for water main replacements; anticipates $4.0 million borrowing in 2023
• Electric utility budget includes $2,190,000 for distribution system upgrades and anticipates 5.0% base rate increase mid-year
• Proposed sewer rate schedule includes increases in volume rates, fixed charges, and various fees (e.g., septic tank fees)

The Committee of the Whole voted to recommend the approval of the 2023 Wastewater rates and the 2023 Utility Budgets for wastewater, water, and electric utilities.

• Recommended approval of 2023 Wastewater rates (8-0-0)
• Recommended approval of 2023 Utility Budgets (8-0-0)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will consider two items: budget amendments for third-quarter grants and donations totaling $22,925, plus $11,096 in dispatch transition expenses, and a resolution to amend the interest rate index on $3.7 million in industrial development bonds from LIBOR to SOFR. The bond amendment has no financial impact on the city.

• Budget amendments for grants/donations totaling $22,925, including $11,000 for developer trees and $8,920 for pickleball maintenance
• Budget amendment for $11,096 in Waukesha County Communications Dispatch transition costs
• Resolution 22-R3074 to amend $3,708,758.45 in Series 2015A/2015B bonds (Bruno Real Estate, LLC) to replace LIBOR with SOFR

The Finance Committee recommended two items for approval: budget amendments for grants, donations, and dispatch transition expenses, and amendments to industrial development revenue refunding bonds for the Bruno Real Estate, LLC Project.

• Recommended budget amendments for grants/donations received and dispatch transition expenses (2-0-0)
• Recommended Resolution 22-R3074 authorizing amendments to $3,708,758.45 Industrial Development Revenue Refunding Bonds, Series 2015A and 2015B for Bruno Real Estate, LLC Project (2-0-0)

Utility Committee

The Utility Committee will consider two resolutions: one to award a construction management contract for the 2022 Secondary Digester Rehabilitation and Administrative Building Upgrade project, and another to approve a budget amendment for the city's share of the Lac La Belle Golf Course Creek erosion control project. They will also discuss a possible contract extension for biosolids removal with Badger State Waste, LLC.

• Resolution 22-R3072: Award construction management services to Ruekert Mielke for $199,882 (plus 10% contingency, total $219,870.20) for the 2022 Secondary Digester Rehabilitation and Administrative Building Upgrade project
• Resolution 22-R3076: Approve budget amendment of $16,481.79 for the Oconomowoc Watershed Protection Program share of the Lac La Belle Golf Course Creek Project, total share $41,481.79
• Discussion on possible contract extension between the City WWTP and Badger State Waste, LLC for biosolids removal

The committee recommended two resolutions for project funding and agreed to pursue a contract extension for biosolids removal. All recommendations passed with unanimous votes.

• Recommended Resolution 22-R3072 awarding construction management for Secondary Digester Rehabilitation/Administrative Building Upgrade to Ruekert-Mielke for up to $199,882 plus 10% contingency (3-0-0)
• Recommended Resolution 22-R3076 approving budget amendment funding for the Oconomowoc Watershed Protection Program share of the Lac La Belle Golf Course Creek Project (3-0-0)
• Agreed to move forward with a contract extension with Badger State Waste, LLC for biosolids removal

Common Council

The Oconomowoc Common Council will consider several resolutions and budget amendments, including authorizing an amendment to $3.7 million in industrial development revenue bonds, granting a liquor license to City Spirits LLC, awarding a construction contract for Rockwell Park Phase 1, and approving budget amendments for grants, donations, and dispatch transition expenses. The agenda also includes a consent item to release a letter of credit for Lake Country Village Phase 6.

• Resolution 22-R3074: Authorize amendments to $3,708,758.45 Industrial Development Revenue Refunding Bonds (Bruno Real Estate, LLC Project)
• Resolution 22-R3069: Grant 2022-2023 Class A liquor license to City Spirits LLC, 1290 N Summit Ave
• Resolution 22-R3070: Award Rockwell Park Phase 1 construction contract and budget amendment
• Resolution 22-R3072: Award construction management services for 2022 Secondary Digester Rehabilitation/Administrative Building Upgrade Project
• Consent agenda: Final financial release of letter of credit for Lake Country Village Phase 6

The Common Council approved the Phase 1 construction contract for Rockwell Park and awarded construction management services for a secondary digester rehabilitation project. Other actions included granting a liquor license and adopting a county hazard mitigation plan.

• Approved Rockwell Park Phase 1 Construction Contract and Budget Amendment (8-0-0)
• Awarded Construction Management Services for 2022 Secondary Digester Rehabilitation/Administrative Building Upgrade Project to Ruekert-Mielke (7-0-1)
• Granted 2022-2023 "Class A" Intoxicating Liquor/Fermented Malt Beverage License to City Spirits LLC (8-0-0)
• Adopted the 2021 Waukesha County All Hazard Mitigation Plan (8-0-0)
• Approved Budget Amendment Funding for Oconomowoc Watershed Protection Program share of Lac La Belle Golf Course Creek Project (8-0-0)
• Adopted Resolution 22-R3074 amending $3,708,758.45 in Industrial Development Revenue Refunding Bonds for Bruno Real Estate, LLC Project (8-0-0)
• Approved Budget Amendments for Grants/Donations received and Dispatch Transition Expenses (8-0-0)
• Approved final financial release of Letter of Credit-Lake Country Village Phase 6 (8-0-0)

Protection and Welfare Committee

The Protection and Welfare Committee will consider recommending two resolutions: granting a new Class A liquor license to City Spirits LLC at 1290 N. Summit Ave, and adopting the 2021 Waukesha County All Hazard Mitigation Plan. The liquor license transfer is effective November 7, 2022, and the hazard plan adoption is required for FEMA grant eligibility.

• Resolution 22-R3069: Grant Class A liquor license to City Spirits LLC, 1290 N. Summit Ave, effective Nov 7, 2022
• Resolution 22-R3073: Adopt 2021 Waukesha County All Hazard Mitigation Plan
• Plan adoption makes city eligible for FEMA grants (HMGP, BRIC, FMA)
• Current licensee Sonoma Cellars surrendering license effective Nov 7

The Protection and Welfare Committee recommended the approval of a liquor license for a local business and the adoption of a county hazard mitigation plan.

• Recommended Resolution 22-R3069 granting a 2022-2023 'Class A' Intoxicating Liquor/Fermented Malt Beverage License to City Spirits LLC, 1290 N Summit Ave (3-0-0)
• Recommended Resolution 22-R3073 to adopt the 2021 Waukesha County All Hazard Mitigation Plan (3-0-0)

Public Services

The Public Services Committee will consider recommending Resolution 22-R3070, which would award the Rockwell Park Phase 1 construction contract to Janke General Contractors, Inc. for $499,392.50, plus a $30,000 contingency, totaling $529,392.50. The resolution also includes a budget amendment of $149,882.84 from donated funds. The project includes site grading, shoreline work, and kayak launches.

• Resolution 22-R3070 awarding Rockwell Park Phase 1 construction to Janke General Contractors, Inc. for $499,392.50 (base bid) plus $30,000 contingency
• Budget amendment of $149,882.84 from donated funds for the project
• Three bids received: Janke ($499,392.50), C.W. Purpero ($648,735.00), New Berlin Grading ($757,729.45)
• Project includes site removals, grading, dewatering, Redi-Rock block installation, kayak launch construction, and site restoration

The Public Services Committee recommended awarding the Rockwell Park Phase 1 Construction Contract to Janke General Contractors. This recommendation includes a budget amendment of $149,882.84.

• Recommended Resolution 22-R3070 awarding Rockwell Park Phase 1 Construction Contract and $149,882.84 budget amendment to Janke General Contractors (3-0-0)

Library Board

The Oconomowoc Public Library Board will discuss how to absorb $42,000 in cuts to its 2023 budget, after the Common Council reduced the library's request by $35,000 and the City Finance Department cut $7,000. The board will also consider approving a Programming Policy on second reading and review a strategic plan update. The meeting is otherwise routine, with standard reports and vouchers.

• 2023 budget discussion: $42,000 in cuts needed
• Consider/Act on approving Programming Policy (second reading)
• Third quarter Strategic Plan update
• Approve vouchers for payment
• Finance and statistics reports

Utility Committee

The Utility Committee is holding a budget workshop to present and discuss the 2023 utility budget. No formal action is expected beyond the discussion itself, as the agenda lists only this presentation and discussion item.

• Presentation and discussion on the 2023 Utility Budget

The committee received a PowerPoint presentation overview of each utility budget for 2023. No formal budget approvals were made during the meeting.

• Requested citywide cost analysis for City Attorney and City Engineer positions for 2023 budget discussions

Common Council

The Common Council will consider a resolution to award a $2,283,000 contract to Staab Construction Corporation for the 2022 Secondary Digester Rehabilitation and Administration Building Upgrade project. The project includes replacing the secondary digester cover, adding a biosolids recirculation pump, replacing methane gas piping and flare, and upgrading the administration building and lab. A 10% contingency of $228,300 is requested, bringing the total project cost to $2,511,300, funded by Sewer Availability Charge reserves.

• Resolution 22-R3063 awarding contract to Staab Construction Corporation for $2,283,000
• 10% contingency of $228,300, total project cost $2,511,300
• Two bids received: Staab Construction ($2,283,000) and JH Hassinger ($2,691,458)
• Project includes secondary digester cover replacement, new mixing system, biosolids pump, methane gas piping and flare replacement
• Administration building painting, wall/floor/ceiling restoration, lab upgrades with new cabinets, countertop, fume hood

The Common Council met for a special session to consider a utility project contract. The council approved the contract for the 2022 Secondary Digester Rehabilitation and Administration Building Upgrade Project.

• Approved Resolution 22-R3063 awarding the 2022 Secondary Digester Rehabilitation and Administration Building Upgrade Project Contract (6-0-0)

Western Lakes Fire District’s Fire Board or Commission

The Western Lakes Fire District's Fire Board will meet on October 24, 2022, to discuss and take action on several items, including the 2023 Dodge County Joint Powers Agreement, adoption of the Waukesha County Hazard Mitigation Plan, a Battalion Chief job description, a line of credit renewal, 2023 wages, and a Station 4 lease agreement. The board will also hold closed sessions to discuss employee compensation, contract negotiations, and other specified public business.

• Discussion/Action — 2023 Dodge County Joint Powers Agreement
• Discussion/Action — Adoption of Waukesha County Hazard Mitigation Plan
• Discussion/Action — Battalion Chief Job Description
• Discussion/Action — Line of Credit Renewal
• Discussion/Action — 2023 Wages and Station 4 Lease Agreement

The Western Lakes Fire Board approved the 2023 wage schedule for all employee classifications, a new full-time battalion chief position, a two-year line of credit renewal with Ixonia Bank, the 2023 Dodge County 911 Joint Powers Agreement, and adoption of the Waukesha County Hazard Mitigation Plan. The board also approved a two-year lease amendment for Station 4 and held a closed session for personnel and contract matters.

• Approved 2023 wages for full-time, part-time, paid-on-call, and intern employees (unanimous)
• Approved full-time battalion chief job description with amendments (unanimous)
• Approved two-year line of credit renewal with Ixonia Bank (unanimous)
• Approved 2023 Dodge County 911 Joint Powers Agreement (unanimous)
• Adopted Waukesha County Hazard Mitigation Plan (unanimous)
• Approved two-year lease amendment for Station 4 with Logemann Investments LLC (unanimous)
• Accepted consent agenda including September 2022 minutes and $308,427.64 in bills (unanimous)
• Held closed session for employee compensation, performance evaluation, and contract negotiations

Police Commission

The Oconomowoc Police Commission will meet to approve prior meeting minutes and consider confirming the Chief's appointment of a Police Sergeant. The appointment will be discussed in closed session under state law for employment matters, with a public vote to follow. The agenda also includes commissioner comments and adjournment.

• Closed session to consider appointment of Police Sergeant
• Public confirmation vote on Chief's appointment for Police Sergeant
• Approval of minutes from June 9 and August 11, 2022 meetings

The Police Commission voted unanimously to confirm Chief Pfister's appointment of Krystal Konkel to the position of Police Sergeant. The meeting also included an update on a new K9 program, with $25,000 already raised and pledges for free veterinary services and food.

• Approved minutes from June 9 and August 11, 2022 (5-0)
• Confirmed appointment of Krystal Konkel as Police Sergeant (5-0)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will hold a discussion and update on the Olympia Hills Project and its tax incremental financing (TIF). Following that, the committee will convene in closed session to deliberate on the purchase of public properties, including the Oconomowoc Parkway Project, a public/private partnership for the Olympia Hills Redevelopment Project, and the Lac La Belle Boat Launch Project. No formal action will be taken at this meeting.

• Discussion/update on Olympia Hills Project and TIF
• Closed session on Oconomowoc Parkway Project
• Closed session on public/private partnership for Olympia Hills Redevelopment Project
• Closed session on Lac La Belle Boat Launch Project

The Committee of the Whole discussed the Olympia Hills project and a revised TIF request from Neumann Development, Inc. Mayor Magnus will schedule a brainstorming session with elected officials and Neumann representatives regarding the ski hill redevelopment. The committee then voted 8-0 to enter closed session to discuss the Oconomowoc Parkway Project, Olympia Hills Redevelopment, and Lac La Belle Boat Launch Project. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Motion to convene into closed session for Oconomowoc Parkway, Olympia Hills, and Lac La Belle projects (8-0)

Utility Committee

The Oconomowoc Utility Committee will consider recommending a $2,283,000 contract for the 2022 Secondary Digester Rehabilitation and Administration Building Upgrade Project, plus a 10% contingency, and will consider recommending submission of an electric rate change application to the Public Service Commission. The committee will also review monthly reports for utility billing, electric, water, and wastewater operations.

• Resolution 22-R3063: Award $2,283,000 contract to Staab Construction Corporation for digester rehabilitation and admin building upgrade, plus $228,300 contingency (total $2,511,300)
• Consider submitting electric rate change application to Public Service Commission; proposed 5.0% rate increase effective mid-2023
• Review Utility Billing Monthly Report - October 2022
• Review Electric Utility Committee Report - October 2022
• Review Water Report - October 2022

The Utility Committee voted 3-0 to recommend submitting an Electric Rate Change Application to the Public Service Commission, following a presentation by John Schuh. The committee also approved the minutes from September 20, 2022 (2-0) and recommended awarding the 2022 Secondary Digester Rehabilitation and Administration Building Upgrade Project contract (2-0). No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved minutes of September 20, 2022 (2-0)
• Recommended Resolution 22-R3063 awarding the 2022 Secondary Digester Rehabilitation and Administration Building Upgrade Project contract (2-0)
• Recommended submitting Electric Rate Change Application to the Public Service Commission (3-0)

Finance Committee

The Oconomowoc Finance Committee will consider and act on the September 2022 voucher report and receive a fleet budget update. The agenda includes only these items, with no other substantive business. A majority of the Common Council may be present for information gathering, but no formal council action will be taken.

• Voucher payments include $44,744.36 to Burke Truck & Equipment for a plow and wing for a 2022 Freightliner truck and plow blades/curb shoes
• $19,259.14 to Crowley Construction for pavement marking (Project #04-2022 Latex Long Line)
• $17,001.25 to Corey Oil for 3rd quarter gasoline and diesel purchases
• $6,826.77 to Cablecom LLC for Lake Country Trail fiber relocation
• $5,250.00 to Baker Tilly for TID #7 progress billing

The Finance Committee approved vouchers totaling $6,224,989.82 with a 3-0 vote. Staff reported the Fleet Department is over-budget due to repairs, maintenance, and supply increases, and a budget amendment will be brought forward at year-end.

• Approved $6,224,989.82 in vouchers (3-0)

Common Council

The Common Council will hold a public hearing and consider a conditional use permit for Dent Spa, a paintless dent repair business at 500 Chaffee Road. They will also act on several other items including a land division, a condominium plat, a wetland zoning ordinance, a reimbursement agreement for the Olympia Hills development, a splashpad contract, and a K9 program fundraising resolution.

• Public hearing and consideration of conditional use permit for Dent Spa vehicle repair at 500 Chaffee Road
• Consider ordinance 22-O1038 creating wetland regulations and amending zoning code definitions (1st reading)
• Consider pre-development reimbursement agreement with Neumann Developments for Olympia Hills project
• Consider resolution 22-R3067 awarding Phase I design/construction contract for Oconomowoc Rotary Splashpad at Roosevelt Park
• Consider resolution 22-R3068 authorizing private fundraising for a K9 program for the police department

Parks & Recreation Board

The Oconomowoc Parks & Recreation Board will consider awarding a contract for the Rotary Splashpad design/construction and vote on a revised Financial Assistance Policy. They will also discuss locations and costs for a dog park and archery range at Roosevelt Park, and whether to continue the pontoon boat docking lease and address commercial boat launch use. Department reports and vouchers for August and September are also on the agenda.

• Contract award for Oconomowoc Rotary Splashpad: Commercial Recreation Specialists/Vortex ($299,931) vs. Team REIL/Water Odyssey ($343,787)
• Revised Financial Assistance Policy: limits to one program per youth per season, half-fee payment, first-come-first-served
• Discussion on Roosevelt Park Dog Park and Archery Range locations and costs
• Pontoon Boat Docking Lease expired Sept 30; discussion on renewal and commercial boat launch use
• Approval of August & September 2022 vouchers

The Parks and Recreation Board approved hiring Commercial Recreation Specialists/Vortex to design and construct the Oconomowoc Rotary Splashpad. The Rotary Club has pledged up to $100,000 for the project, with over $70,000 already in the fund to cover the design phase. The board also approved a revised Financial Assistance Policy and discussed potential locations for a dog park and archery range at Roosevelt Park.

• Approved minutes from the August 2022 meeting
• Approved Commercial Recreation Specialists/Vortex as the splashpad design/construction contractor
• Approved the revised Financial Assistance Policy
• Approved vouchers for August and September 2022

Bureau of Economic Development & Tourism Commission

The Bureau of Economic Development & Tourism Commission will review 2022 accommodations tax revenue and expenditures, discuss the Destination Marketing Plan implementation, consider joint marketing with the Lake Country DockHounds, and review the 2023 tourism budget. The agenda includes discussion and possible action on these items.

• Review 2022 accommodations tax revenue/expenditure status
• Discuss Destination Marketing Plan implementation (bike map, videos, QR codes, website)
• Consider collaboration and joint marketing with Lake Country DockHounds/Lake Country Live
• Review 2023 tourism budget

The Bureau approved a motion to aggressively pursue a selfie station branding option with the Lake Country DockHounds, along with a digital platform near the bar to promote Oconomowoc. Staff reported 2022 accommodations tax revenue is $13K over projections, eliminating the need for a planned fund transfer from the City. The commission reviewed the 2022 Tourism Budget but took no action, deferring further discussion to the next meeting. The November 14 meeting will be held at the Lake Country DockHounds.

• Approved November 22, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved motion to pursue selfie station and digital platform branding with Lake Country DockHounds (unanimous)
• No action taken on 2022 Tourism Budget; discussion deferred to November 14 meeting
• Meeting adjourned at 4:50 p.m. (unanimous)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is holding a budget workshop to discuss and consider the 2023 City of Oconomowoc budget. No formal action will be taken at this meeting; it is for information gathering only.

• Discussion/consideration of the 2023 City of Oconomowoc Budget

Western Lakes Fire District’s Fire Board or Commission

The Western Lakes Fire District's Fire Board is meeting on October 12, 2022, at Summit Village Hall. The agenda consists almost entirely of a closed session to discuss employee employment, promotion, compensation, or performance evaluations, as well as the implementation, revisions, and execution of the Executive Management Plan. The board will not reconvene into open session afterward, so no public action is expected.

• Closed session under Wisconsin Statutes 19.85(1)(c) for employee matters and Executive Management Plan implementation
• Meeting at Summit Village Hall, 37100 Delafield Road, Summit, WI
• No reconvening into open session after closed session

The Western Lakes Fire Board held a monthly meeting on October 12, 2022. The board voted unanimously to enter closed session to discuss employee performance evaluations and property negotiations. No substantive decisions were made in open session; the meeting adjourned without reconvening publicly.

• Entered closed session (6-0) for employee and property discussions

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is holding a budget workshop to discuss and consider the 2023 City of Oconomowoc budget. No formal action will be taken at this meeting; it is for gathering information and discussion. A majority of the Common Council may be present.

• Discussion/consideration of the 2023 City of Oconomowoc Budget

The Committee of the Whole held a budget workshop and approved several amendments to the 2023 City budget, including removing $5K from the Planning budget, reducing the Library budget by $35K, cutting $12.8K from Parks & Recreation, and allocating $53,724 to the Contingency Fund. A motion to restore $25K of the Library cut failed. The amended budget was recommended to the full Council for a vote on November 15, 2022.

• Approved removing $5K from Planning budget (7-0)
• Failed to restore $25K to Library budget (3-0-4)
• Approved $35K reduction in Library budget (5-0-2)
• Approved $12.8K cuts from Park & Recreation budget (7-0)
• Approved allocating $53,724 to Contingency Fund (5-0-2)
• Recommended amended 2023 budget to Council (6-0-1)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is holding a budget workshop to discuss the 2023 City of Oconomowoc Budget. This is a discussion-only meeting; no formal action will be taken. A majority of the Common Council may be present to gather information.

• Discussion of the 2023 City of Oconomowoc Budget

Architectural Commission & Historic Preservation Commission

The Architectural Commission will consider approving new roofs at 317/319 and 238 N. Lake Road, with shingle color choices to be reviewed for historic compatibility. They will also revisit building plans for the multi-tenant 8k building at Olympia Fields, which were tabled in September for design changes, and review updated plans for the Rockwell Development at 125-135 N. Main Street, which exceeds the downtown height limit by 25 feet and requires a code variance or overlay.

• New roof at 317/319 N. Lake Road with IKO Dynasty Atlantic Blue shingles
• New roof at 238 N. Lake Road with Timberline HDZ Charcoal shingles
• Multi-tenant 8k building at Summit Avenue and Olympia Fields Drive (revised plans)
• Rockwell Development at 125-135 N. Main Street (75'-4" height, 25'-4" over code)
• Master sign plan for multi-tenant building to be submitted for administrative review

The Architectural Commission approved building plans for a 5-story mixed-use development at 125-135 N. Main Street, with recommendations including a Planned Development Overlay District for height and stepback exceptions. The commission also approved new roof colors for two properties on N. Lake Road and approved plans for a multi-tenant building at Olympia Fields with conditions for tenant-specific screening.

• Approved new roof color for 317/319 N. Lake Road (4-1)
• Approved new roof color for 238 N. Lake Road, with future siding considered maintenance (5-0)
• Approved multi-tenant building plans at Summit Ave & Olympia Fields Dr, subject to tenant screening and ribbon window conditions (5-0)
• Approved Rockwell Development building plans at 125-135 N. Main St with recommendations for overlay district, materials, and screening (4-0)

Plan Commission

The Plan Commission reviewed an ordinance to amend the City Zoning Ordinance regarding Planned Development Overlay Districts. The body also considered various subdivision final plats, certified survey maps, and commercial design review plans.

• Ordinance 22-O1039: Amends, repeals, and restates sections of the City Zoning Ordinance pertaining to Planned Development Overlay Districts
• Major Design Review Plans: Olympia Fields multi-tenant commercial building at Summit Avenue and Olympia Fields Drive
• Final Plat: Arrowood Subdivision Phase 2 at Oconomowoc Parkway and Arrowood Boulevard
• Extraterritorial Final Plat: Snyder Farm Subdivision at W359 N6280 Brown Street, Town of Oconomowoc
• Extraterritorial Certified Survey Map: Zeiler residence at N54 W37178 Juneau Avenue, Town of Oconomowoc

The Plan Commission voted 7-0 to recommend approval of a conditional use permit for Dent Spa, a vehicle repair business at 500 Chaffee Road. They also recommended approval of a certified survey map for a land division at 1490 S. Concord Road, a condominium plat for Village Crossing II, and an extraterritorial certified survey map for a land division in the Town of Concord. All votes were unanimous.

• Recommended approval of conditional use permit for Dent Spa at 500 Chaffee Road (7-0)
• Recommended approval of certified survey map for Schneiderwendt land division at 1490 S. Concord Road with easements and sewer hookup requirement (7-0)
• Recommended approval of condominium plat for Village Crossing II, Addendum #3 (7-0)
• Recommended approval of extraterritorial certified survey map for Grant land division at N6731 Morgan Road, Town of Concord (7-0)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will receive a presentation from Neumann Developments on a proposed redevelopment of the Baysari lands (Olympia Hills) for commercial, multi-family, and single-family residential use, including a possible public/private partnership for infrastructure. The committee will also discuss the Festival of the Arts, focusing on outside vendors and event operations. A closed session is scheduled to discuss negotiations for the Olympia Hills project and legal strategy regarding a sanitary districts lawsuit. No formal action will be taken at this meeting.

• Presentation by Neumann Developments, Inc. for Olympia Hills Development Project (Baysari lands)
• Discussion of Festival of the Arts vendor sales and event operations
• Closed session: public/private partnership for Olympia Hills redevelopment
• Closed session: sanitary districts lawsuit update

The Committee of the Whole received an update on the Festival of the Arts and a presentation from Neumann Developments on the Olympia Hills project proposing 640 residential units. No formal decisions were made; the committee voted 8-0 to enter closed session to discuss property negotiations and litigation strategy.

• Approved motion to enter closed session per Wis. Stat. 19.85(1)(e) and (g) (8-0)

Common Council

The Common Council will vote on two new alcohol licenses: a Class A license for Sendik's Food Market at 1450 Olympia Fields Drive and Class B/C licenses for TownePlace Suites by Marriott. They will also consider a bar concession agreement for the Community Center, a pre-development reimbursement agreement with Neumann Developments, and a first reading of an ordinance creating a volunteer urban deer management program.

• Resolution 22-R3049: Class A liquor license for Sendik's Olympia, LLC at 1450 Olympia Fields Drive
• Resolution 22-R3062: New Class B and Class C licenses for Corporate Center Drive Hotel Associates LLC (TownePlace Suites by Marriott)
• Resolution 22-R3050: Bar Stars Bartending Service as concessionaire for Community Center bar
• Termination and Release of Agreement for Planned Development and Restrictions Upon Land
• Ordinance 22-O1040: Amend weapons discharge sections and create Volunteer Urban Deer Management Program (1st reading)

The Common Council approved several items including a Class A liquor license for Sendik's Food Market, new alcohol licenses for TownePlace Suites, a bar concession agreement for the Community Center, and a first reading of an ordinance establishing a volunteer urban deer management program. A pre-development reimbursement agreement with Neumann Developments was tabled until October 18.

• Approved Resolution 22-R3049 granting Class A liquor license to Sendik's Olympia LLC (8-0)
• Approved Resolution 22-R3062 granting Class B beer and Class C wine licenses to TownePlace Suites (8-0)
• Approved Resolution 22-R3050 authorizing Bar Stars Bartending Service as Community Center concessionaire (8-0)
• Approved termination and release of agreement for planned development and land restrictions (8-0)
• Tabled pre-development reimbursement agreement with Neumann Developments until October 18 (8-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 22-O1040 on first reading establishing volunteer urban deer management program (8-0)

Protection and Welfare Committee

The Protection and Welfare Committee will consider recommending two new alcohol licenses: a Class A liquor license for Sendik's Food Market at 1450 Olympia Fields Drive and Class B beer and Class C wine licenses for TownePlace Suites by Marriott at 1242 Corporate Center Drive. Both applicants meet city and state requirements, and the committee's recommendations will go to the Common Council for final approval.

• Resolution 22-R3049: Class A liquor license for Sendik's Olympia, LLC (Sendik's Food Market), 1450 Olympia Fields Drive
• Resolution 22-R3062: Class B beer and Class C wine licenses for Corporate Center Drive Hotel Associates, LLC (TownePlace Suites by Marriott), 1242 Corporate Center Drive
• Sendik's anticipates opening October 18, 2022; TownePlace Suites anticipates opening October 27, 2022
• Both licenses expire June 30, 2023

The Protection & Welfare Committee voted unanimously to recommend two liquor license resolutions to the full council: a Class A license for Sendik's Food Market at 1450 Olympia Fields Drive, and Class B and C licenses for TownePlace Suites by Marriott at 1242 Corporate Center Drive. Both motions passed 3-0.

• Recommended Resolution 22-R3049 granting Class A liquor license to Sendik's Olympia, LLC (3-0)
• Recommended Resolution 22-R3062 granting Class B and C licenses to Corporate Center Drive Hotel Associates, LLC (3-0)

Western Lakes Fire District’s Fire Board or Commission

The Oconomowoc Common Council and Western Lakes Fire District Board are meeting jointly to discuss and potentially approve grant acceptances, a presentation on staffing and funding, and the 2023-2024 capital and operational budgets. This is a special meeting focused on financial and operational planning for the fire district.

• Discussion/action on Acceptance of Assistance to Firefighter Grant
• Discussion/action on Acceptance of WI EMS Flex Grant
• Presentation on Staffing and Funding Fire and EMS Services
• Discussion/action on 2023 and 2024 Capital Budget
• Discussion/action on 2023 Operational Budget

The Western Lakes Fire Board unanimously approved the 2023 Operating and Capital Budgets, which phase in wage adjustments and 15 new firefighter/paramedic positions over three years to address staffing shortages. The board also accepted two grants: a $220,909 federal Assistance to Firefighter Grant for vehicle exhaust system replacements (district share up to $25,000) and a $32,100 WI EMS Flex Grant for equipment and recruitment. The Town of Oconomowoc opposed the budget, citing concerns about the increase after a failed referendum.

• Approved 2023 Operating and Capital Budgets unanimously
• Accepted $220,909 Assistance to Firefighter Grant for exhaust systems (district share up to $25,000)
• Accepted $32,100 WI EMS Flex Grant for equipment and recruitment
• Approved May 11, 2022 Joint Owners Meeting Minutes

Western Lakes Fire District’s Fire Board or Commission

The Western Lakes Fire District Fire Board will meet to discuss and take action on accepting two grants, approving job descriptions and recruitment for firefighter/paramedic and assistant chief positions, and reviewing the 2023 health insurance plan and operational and capital budgets. The board will also enter closed session to discuss employee compensation and contract negotiations. The consent agenda includes approval of minutes and payment of bills totaling $439,485.08.

• Acceptance of Assistance to Firefighter Grant
• Acceptance of WI EMS Flex Grant
• Discussion/Action on 2023 Operational and Capital Budgets
• Discussion/Action on 2023 Health Insurance Plan and Contribution
• Payment of bills totaling $439,485.08

Pabst Farms Joint Stormwater District

The Pabst Farms Joint Stormwater District will hold a public hearing on its proposed 2023 budget, which totals $35,650 in revenues and expenditures. The commission will also discuss and take action on the 2023 budget and the 2022 district levy. The meeting includes approval of the August 24, 2022 minutes and other routine business.

• Public hearing on proposed 2023 budget with $35,650 in revenues and expenditures
• Discussion and action on 2023 District budget
• Discussion and action on 2022 District levy
• Approve minutes of August 24, 2022 regular meeting

The Pabst Farms Joint Stormwater District approved its proposed 2023 budget and set the 2022 district levy at $35,500, both by unanimous 5-0 votes. The board also approved the minutes from the August 24, 2022 meeting. No public comments were made during the public hearing on the budget.

• Approved 2023 District budget as proposed (5-0)
• Approved 2022 District Levy of $35,500 (5-0)
• Approved minutes of August 24, 2022 meeting (5-0)

Common Council

The Common Council will hold a public hearing and first reading of an ordinance to codify previously approved Planned Development (PD) overlay districts into the zoning code and remove those that were never constructed or no longer need the designation. The council will also consider several subdivision plats, a construction management services contract, and a sump drainage agreement. Consent agenda items include exempting the city from the Waukesha County library levy and releasing financial securities for two developments.

• Public hearing and 1st reading of Ordinance 22-O1039 to codify PD overlay districts and repeal certain ones
• Resolution 22-R3059 awarding construction management services for Northeast Sanitary Pumping Station/Park Shelter with budget amendment
• Final plat for Arrowood Subdivision Phase 2 at Oconomowoc Pkwy and Arrowood Blvd
• Extraterritorial final plat for Snyder Farm Subdivision at W359 N6280 Brown Street, Town of Oconomowoc
• Release of financial security for Weston Meadows ($447,907.25) and Prairie Creek Ridge Addition 2 ($10,000)

The Common Council confirmed Jason Herzog as Director of Public Works, approved the final plat for Arrowood Subdivision Phase 2, and adopted an ordinance codifying 17 Planned Development overlay districts while repealing eight obsolete ones. All votes were 8-0.

• Confirmed Jason Herzog as Director of Public Works (8-0)
• Approved Resolution 22-R3059 awarding construction management services for Northeast Sanitary Pumping Station/Park Shelter with $210K budget amendment (8-0)
• Approved Final Plat for Arrowood Subdivision Phase 2 at Oconomowoc Pkwy and Arrowood Blvd (8-0)
• Approved Extraterritorial Final Plat for Snyder Farm Subdivision at W359 N6280 Brown Street, Town of Oconomowoc (8-0)
• Approved Extraterritorial Certified Survey Map combining two lots at N54 W37178 Juneau Avenue, Town of Oconomowoc (8-0)
• Approved Extraterritorial Certified Survey Map adjusting property lines at W1008 Concord Center Drive, Town of Concord (8-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 22-O1039 codifying 17 Planned Development overlay districts and repealing eight obsolete ones, waiving second reading (8-0)
• Approved Sump Drainage Agreement for 118 W Jefferson Street (8-0)

Utility Committee

The Utility Committee will consider recommending Resolution 22-R3059, which awards a construction management contract for the Northeast Sanitary Pumping Station/Park Shelter project and approves a corresponding budget amendment. The committee will also review monthly reports for utility billing, electric, water, and wastewater operations. The meeting includes approval of the June 21, 2022 minutes.

• Resolution 22-R3059: Award construction management services to Applied Technologies, Inc. for $69,002, plus $6,900.20 contingency, total $75,902.20
• Budget amendment of $75,902.20 from Wastewater Facility Reserves to account 601-573-7000-810
• Review of Utility Billing, Electric, Water, and Wastewater monthly reports for September 2022
• Approval of June 21, 2022 meeting minutes

The Utility Committee voted 3-0 to recommend Resolution 22-R3059, awarding construction management services for the Northeast Sanitary Pumping Station/Park Shelter project and approving a corresponding budget amendment due to cost overruns. The committee also approved the minutes from June 21, 2022, and received monthly reports on utility billing, electric, water, and wastewater operations.

• Approved minutes of June 21, 2022 (3-0)
• Recommended Resolution 22-R3059 awarding construction management services for Northeast Sanitary Pumping Station/Park Shelter and budget amendment (3-0)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee met to consider and act on city vouchers. The meeting included a review of the August 2022 voucher report covering various municipal expenses.

• A.C. Engineering Company: $5,000.00 for test breakers/relays
• ABC Technologies Group Inc: $2,635.00 for equipment and services
• All-Ways Contractors Inc: $2,550.00 total for various tree removals
• Badger State Waste LLC: $46,459.55 for biosolids management/hauling
• Bielinski Homes: $3,625.00 total for sidewalk escrows at multiple locations

The Finance Committee approved the August 2022 voucher report totaling $6,143,131.49. The motion passed unanimously (3-0). No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved August 2022 vouchers totaling $6,143,131.49 (3-0)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will hold a closed session to discuss potential land acquisitions for a city-owned parking lot, a cost-sharing project, and a possible appeal of a summary judgment in the Lac La Belle litigation. Following the closed session, the committee will reconvene in open session for a discussion of the 2023 proposed budget overview. No formal action will be taken at this meeting.

• Closed session: potential land acquisitions for city-owned parking lot
• Closed session: cost-sharing project
• Closed session: possible Lac La Belle summary judgment appeal
• Open session: 2023 proposed budget overview discussion

The Committee of the Whole met and voted unanimously to enter closed session to discuss potential land acquisitions for a city parking lot and a cost-sharing project, as well as possible litigation regarding Lac La Belle. No decisions were made in open session; the meeting also included a presentation on the 2023 proposed budget, with budget workshops scheduled for October 6 and 11.

• Approved closed session (8-0) to discuss potential land acquisitions for city parking lot and cost-sharing project
• Approved closed session (8-0) to discuss legal strategy regarding possible Lac La Belle summary judgment appeal

Library Board

The Oconomowoc Public Library Board of Trustees will consider two new business items: closing the library on Friday, December 2 for a staff development day, and approving a new Programming Policy on first reading. The board will also receive routine reports on finances, statistics, and committee activities. The meeting includes standard procedural items such as approving previous minutes and vouchers.

• Consider/act on closing library building on Friday, December 2 for Staff Development Day
• Consider/act on approving Programming Policy (first reading)
• Review of August 2022 financial report and statistics
• Approval of July 2022 vouchers totaling $26,428.91 (from prior meeting minutes)
• Operations Committee meets at 5:00 PM prior to board meeting

Library Board

The Oconomowoc Public Library Board of Trustees Operations Committee is meeting to discuss and potentially recommend a programming policy for approval by the full Library Board. The agenda contains only this one substantive item, with the rest being routine procedural matters.

• Consider/act on recommending a programming policy for Library Board approval

Architectural Commission & Historic Preservation Commission

The Architectural Commission will consider several facade and signage updates, including new awnings for 126-128 N. Main Street and a new paint color for Merle Norman at 158 E. Wisconsin Avenue. They will also review building and signage plans for a Panera Bread at 1414 Olympia Fields Drive and for a new multi-tenant building at the southwest corner of Summit Avenue and Olympia Fields Drive. The agenda includes approval of the August 3, 2022 minutes and reports from staff and commissioners.

• Facade update for 126-128 N. Main Street: new gray/black awning pattern and black shutters
• Facade update for Merle Norman at 158 E. Wisconsin Avenue: new paint color
• Panera Bread building and signage plans at 1414 Olympia Fields Drive, including menu boards, preview boards, umbrellas, and monument sign
• Building plans for multi-tenant 8k building at Summit Avenue and Olympia Fields Drive, with HVAC screening concerns
• Signage plans for multi-tenant 8k building, including wall sign locations and monument sign placement

The Architectural Commission approved facade updates for 126-128 N. Main Street and 158 E. Wisconsin Avenue, and approved building and signage plans for Panera Bread at 1414 Olympia Fields Drive with conditions. The commission tabled building plans for a multi-tenant 8k building at the SW corner of Summit Avenue and Olympia Fields Drive, requesting revised plans based on member comments. Signage plans for the same multi-tenant building were approved with the monument sign location pending staff and Plan Commission approval.

• Approved August 3, 2022 minutes (4-0).
• Approved facade update at 126-128 N. Main Street as presented (4-0).
• Approved facade update at 158 E. Wisconsin Avenue with condition to remove board below 2nd floor windows and repaint (5-0).
• Approved building and signage plans for Panera Bread at 1414 Olympia Fields Drive subject to 3 conditions (5-0).
• Tabled building plans for multi-tenant 8k building at SW corner of Summit Avenue and Olympia Fields Drive (5-0).
• Approved signage plans for multi-tenant 8k building with monument sign location pending staff and Plan Commission approval (5-0).

Plan Commission

The Oconomowoc Plan Commission will consider recommending an ordinance that repeals nine obsolete Planned Development overlay districts and codifies the remaining sixteen into the zoning code. The commission will also review design plans for a new multi-tenant commercial building at Summit Avenue and Olympia Fields Drive, and recommend final plats for two subdivisions, including one in the Town of Oconomowoc. The agenda includes several extraterritorial land divisions in neighboring towns.

• Ordinance 22-O1039 to repeal nine Planned Development ordinances and codify sixteen active ones
• Major Design Review for Olympia Fields 8,000 sq ft multi-tenant commercial building at Summit Avenue and Olympia Fields Drive
• Final Plat for Arrowood Subdivision Phase 2 at Oconomowoc Parkway and Arrowood Boulevard
• Extraterritorial Final Plat for Snyder Farm Subdivision at W359 N6280 Brown Street, Town of Oconomowoc
• Extraterritorial Certified Survey Maps for Zeiler Residence (N54 W37178 Juneau Avenue) and Pugh Residence (W1008 Concord Center Drive)

The Plan Commission voted 6-0 to recommend approval of Ordinance 22-O1039, which amends the city zoning code to codify 17 Planned Development Overlay Districts and repeal 9 others. They also approved major design review plans for a multi-tenant commercial building in Olympia Fields, recommended final plats for Arrowood Subdivision Phase 2 and Snyder Farm Subdivision, and approved two extraterritorial certified survey maps. All votes were unanimous.

• Recommended Ordinance 22-O1039 to codify 17 PD districts and repeal 9 (6-0)
• Approved Major Design Review Plans for Olympia Fields multi-tenant building at Summit Ave & Olympia Fields Dr (6-0)
• Recommended Final Plat for Arrowood Subdivision Phase 2 at Oconomowoc Pkwy & Arrowood Blvd (6-0)
• Recommended Extraterritorial Final Plat for Snyder Farm Subdivision at W359 N6280 Brown St, Town of Oconomowoc (6-0)
• Recommended Extraterritorial Certified Survey for Zeiler residence combining lots at N54 W37178 Juneau Ave, Town of Oconomowoc (6-0)
• Recommended Extraterritorial Certified Survey for Pugh residence adjusting property lines at W1008 Concord Center Dr, Town of Concord (6-0)

Joint Review Board

The Joint Review Board will meet to organize for the proposed creation of Tax Incremental District 8, a blighted-area district on N. Main Street, and to review the annual reports and status of existing TIDs 4, 5, 6, and 7. The board will also appoint a chair and public member, and set future meeting dates. The agenda includes discussion of the TID 8 project plan, which anticipates $5.5M in project costs and $32.2M in new value.

• Consider/act on creation of TID 8 (N. Main St. Redevelopment) with $5.5M project costs
• Review annual PE-300 reports for TIDs 4, 5, 6, and 7
• Appoint chairperson and public member for the Joint Review Board
• Set next meeting date (Dec 7, 8, 13, 14, or 15)
• Review TID 8 project plan details including blight designation and mixed-use development

The Joint Review Board discussed but took no action on a proposed TID #8 for a mixed-use development on N. Main Street, which would include a public boardwalk, parking, restrooms, and site improvements. The board approved annual reports for TIF districts #4, 5, 6, and 7. The meeting was procedural with no final decisions on the TID project.

• Elected Frederick as Chairperson (4-0)
• Approved July 13, 2021 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved annual TIF reports for districts #4, 5, 6, and 7 (4-0)
• Set next meeting for December 7, 2022 at 11 am

Western Lakes Fire District’s Fire Board or Commission

The Western Lakes Fire District's Fire Commission is meeting to handle routine business, including approving minutes from February 2022 and receiving district updates. The commission will enter closed session to discuss employee performance and compensation, and will also discuss and take possible action on a full-time firefighter/paramedic eligibility pool and the assistant chief hiring process.

• Closed session under Wis. Stat. 19.85(1)(c) for employee employment, promotion, compensation, or performance evaluation
• Discussion/Action: Full-time Firefighter/Paramedic Eligibility Pool
• Discussion/Action: Assistant Chief Hiring Process
• Approval of minutes from February 10, 2022 meeting

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will discuss three items: a presentation on local emergency preparedness, a proposed ordinance to allow bow hunting on two city-owned zones to manage deer, and a recommendation to switch the Community Center bar service to Bar Stars Bartending Service. The committee will also hold a closed session to discuss potential land acquisitions for a city parking lot. No formal action is expected at this meeting.

• Proposed ordinance to allow bow/crossbow deer hunting in two city zones (34.8 and 27.38 acres) under a DNR Nuisance Deer Permit
• Recommendation to award 3-year bar service contract to Bar Stars Bartending Service (25% of gross sales) replacing Zilli Hospitality Group
• Closed session to discuss potential land acquisitions for city-owned parking lot
• Presentation on local emergency preparedness by Western Lakes Fire District & Waukesha County

The Oconomowoc Committee of the Whole met on September 6, 2022, to discuss three items: a proposed deer management bow hunting ordinance on city land, a change in concessionaire for the Community Center bar service, and a closed session on potential land acquisitions for a city parking lot. No final votes were taken; the deer hunting ordinance and bar service contract are scheduled for formal Council action on October 4th. The closed session was postponed to the September 20th Council meeting.

• Discussed proposed deer management bow hunting ordinance on city land; staff to review yardage and single-slug language; ordinance to be considered at October 4 Council meeting.
• Discussed replacing Zilli's with Bar Stars Bartending Service for Community Center bar service; agreement and resolution to be considered at October 4 Council meeting.
• Postponed closed session on potential land acquisitions for a city-owned parking lot to the September 20 Council meeting.
• Meeting adjourned at 7:34 PM on a motion that carried 8-0.

Common Council

The Common Council will consider awarding a $27,250 contract to Collins Engineering for grant support and construction management services for the Peacock Dam maintenance project. The council will also vote on a consent agenda item to release an $81,048.28 letter of credit for the Pine Ridge Estates West development. A retirement declaration for two League of Wisconsin Municipalities staff members is also on the agenda.

• Resolution 22-R3058: Award $27,250 contract to Collins Engineering for Peacock Dam grant support and construction management
• Consent agenda: Final release of $81,048.28 letter of credit for Pine Ridge Estates West
• Retirement declaration for Curt Witynski and Gail Sumi of the League of Wisconsin Municipalities

The Common Council approved a contract with Collins Engineering for Peacock Dam maintenance grant support and construction management services, not to exceed $27,250. The council also approved the August 16 meeting minutes and the consent agenda, which included a final release of a letter of credit for Pine Ridge Estates West. All votes were unanimous (8-0).

• Approved minutes of August 16, 2022 (8-0).
• Approved consent agenda including final release of letter of credit for Pine Ridge Estates West (8-0).
• Adopted Resolution 22-R3058 awarding Peacock Dam maintenance contract to Collins Engineering, not to exceed $27,250 (8-0).

Public Services

The Public Services Committee will consider recommending Resolution 22-R3058, which awards a $27,250 contract to Collins Engineering for grant support and construction management services for the Peacock Dam repair. The contract includes $8,750 for grant and DNR work and $18,500 (not to exceed) for construction management. The committee's recommendation will go to the Common Council for final approval.

• Resolution 22-R3058: Award contract to Collins Engineering for Peacock Dam maintenance, $27,250 total
• Grant support and DNR work: $8,750
• Construction management services: $18,500 (not to exceed)
• No proposals received for construction management RFP; sole-source to design engineer
• Project funded by account 408-505-5410-820, with 50% grant reimbursement

The Public Services Committee voted 3-0 to recommend Resolution 22-R3058, which awards a contract for grant support and construction management services for the 2022 Peacock Dam maintenance project. The recommendation will go to the full City Council for final approval.

• Recommended Resolution 22-R3058 awarding the 2022 Peacock Dam Maintenance Grant Support and Construction Management Services Contract (3-0)

Technology Committee

The Technology Committee will consider recommending actions on 5G installation safety and transparency, a downtown parking app, and annual radio frequency testing for cellular towers. They will also review their mission statement and updates from other communities' technology committees. The agenda includes discussion items only, with no final decisions expected.

• Consider recommending committee involvement to encourage safety and transparency for 5G installations
• Consider directing staff to research a parking app for downtown open spaces
• Consider updating cellular tower requirements to include annual RF emission testing
• Review mission statement and update on other communities' technology committees
• Set future meeting dates: November 29, 2022 and February 28, 2023

The Technology Committee reviewed a proposed $8,500 retainer to draft 5G zoning code provisions but took no action. Members discussed a parking app for downtown spaces and agreed to form a subcommittee to investigate. Staff will research other communities' radio frequency monitoring practices. The only formal vote was to approve the May 31, 2022 meeting minutes (7-0).

• Approved May 31, 2022 meeting minutes with corrections (7-0)
• Discussed $8,500 retainer for 5G code drafting; no action taken
• Discussed parking app for downtown; subcommittee formed to investigate
• Discussed annual RF testing for cellular towers; staff to research other communities

Pabst Farms Joint Stormwater District

The Pabst Farms Joint Stormwater District commission will discuss and take action on preparing the 2023 district budget, and will set a date and time for a public hearing on the budget, likely at the September 14 meeting at Summit Village Hall. The agenda also includes routine items like approving minutes, staff reports, and public comments.

• Discussion and action on 2023 District budget preparation
• Set public hearing date/time for 2023 budget and September meeting at Summit Village Hall (Wednesday, September 14, 2022)
• Approve minutes of June 15, 2022 regular meeting
• Comments from audience and commissioners

The Pabst Farms Joint Stormwater District recommended a $35,650 budget for 2023 and set a public hearing for September 21, 2022. The budget balances revenues and expenditures, with the largest expense being $20,000 for maintenance and other costs. Minutes from the June 15 meeting were approved with a correction.

• Approved June 15, 2022 meeting minutes as corrected (4-0)
• Recommended 2023 District budget of $35,650 for public hearing (4-0)
• Set public hearing for 2023 budget and September meeting on September 21, 2022 at 5:00 pm at Summit Village Hall (4-0)

Western Lakes Fire District’s Fire Board or Commission

The Western Lakes Fire District Fire Board will meet on August 22, 2022, to address a closed session on personnel, then discuss and potentially act on Station 1 generator repair, an organizational chart, and the 2023 operational budget. The agenda also includes a consent agenda with minutes, bill payments, and refunds, plus a fire chief's report and bureau reports.

• Closed session for personnel issues under Wis. Stat. 19.85(1)(c)
• Discussion/Action: Station 1 Generator Repair
• Discussion: Organizational Chart
• Discussion/Action: 2023 Operational Budget
• Consent agenda includes payment of bills (amount not specified in agenda)

The Western Lakes Fire Board approved the consent agenda including July meeting minutes and $334,599.08 in bills. The board also held a closed session for personnel matters and conducted a swearing-in ceremony for Firefighter/Paramedic Sam Humbracht.

• Approved consent agenda including July 25, 2022 meeting minutes and $334,599.08 in bills (unanimous)
• Convened closed session under Wis. Stat. 19.85(1)(c) for personnel matters (unanimous)

Western Lakes Fire District’s Fire Board or Commission

The Western Lakes Fire District's Fire Board will meet to discuss the 2023 budget. The agenda includes a budget workshop as the main item, with no other substantive actions listed.

• Discussion – 2023 Budget Workshop

Fowler Lake Protection and Rehabilitation District

The Fowler Lake Protection and Rehabilitation District is conducting its annual meeting and public budget hearing. The body will consider the adoption of the 2023 budget, setting the 2022 tax levy, and scheduling the 2023 meeting.

• Proposed 2023 budget with $2,500 for aquatic plant management
• Proposed 2023 budget with $5,000 for goose roundup
• Proposed 2023 budget with $700 for advertising, postage, and administration
• $30,000 annual reserve for weed harvester replacement
• Setting of the 2022 tax levy

The Fowler Lake Protection and Rehabilitation District adopted its 2023 budget of $38,200 and set the 2022 tax levy at $37,555. Both motions passed by voice vote, with Commissioners Rosek and Ellis voting no. The budget funds aquatic plant management ($2,500) and goose roundup ($5,000), plus a $30,000 reserve for a weed harvester. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Adopted 2023 budget of $38,200 (voice vote, Rosek and Ellis no)
• Set 2022 tax levy at $37,555 (voice vote, Rosek and Ellis no)
• Scheduled 2023 annual meeting for August 15, 2023 at 7:00 PM

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will consider and act on the July 2022 voucher report, which lists payments to various vendors. The meeting is largely procedural, focused on approving the listed expenditures.

• Voucher payments include $36,500 for a plow and wing for a 2021 International truck
• Payment of $27,336.76 for second quarter 2022 gasoline purchases
• Payment of $16,596.12 for utility poles (35', 30', 40', 45')
• Payment of $15,003.81 for epoxy pavement marking
• Payment of $35,865.26 for force main and sinkhole repair

The Finance Committee met briefly and approved the July 2022 voucher report totaling $4,957,732.44. The motion was made by Schellpeper, seconded by Mulder, and carried unanimously 3-0. No other substantive business was conducted, and the meeting adjourned shortly after.

• Approved July 2022 vouchers totaling $4,957,732.44 (3-0)

Utility Committee

The Utility Committee has no items requiring action at this meeting. The agenda consists solely of routine department reports, including monthly and year-to-date volume and revenue summaries for electric, water, and wastewater, as well as updates on utility billing and wastewater operations.

• Electric rates: July PCAC of $0.0263/kWh plus base rate of $0.1130, residential rates 6.9% higher than last year
• Wastewater: Primary digester cover 2/3 built, old cover removal scheduled week of August 15
• Wastewater: Secondary digester cover drawings under WDNR review, bidding anticipated next month
• Utility payment drop box to reopen after primary election, close again in late August for absentee ballots
• NE Regional Park Lift Station contracts being signed

Public Services

The Public Services Committee will consider two contract awards: one for the Peacock Dam maintenance project and one for design/engineering services for John and Lavinia Rockwell Park Phase 2. Both items are recommendations to the Common Council, which will not take formal action at this meeting.

• Resolution 22-R3057: Award Peacock Dam maintenance contract to Terra Engineering & Construction Corp. for $134,979.00, plus 10% contingency of $13,497.00
• Peacock Dam is an 84-year-old structure needing a new front wall; DNR grant will reimburse 50% of eligible costs
• Resolution 22-R3053: Award not-to-exceed $85,000 contract to SEH, Inc. for Rockwell Park Phase 2 design/engineering
• Rockwell Park Phase 2 includes dam overlook, kayak ramp, restrooms, boardwalk, and landscaping
• Phase 2 design costs split 50/50 between city funds and Friends of Rockwell Park

The Public Services Committee voted 3-0 to recommend Resolution 22-R3057 awarding the Peacock Dam Maintenance Project contract, with lake drawdown starting after Labor Day and work completed by October 1. It also voted 3-0 to recommend Resolution 22-R3053 for John and Lavinia Rockwell Park Phase 2 design/engineering services, noting Phase 1 is being rebid due to cost. Both recommendations go to the full council.

• Recommended Resolution 22-R3057 awarding Peacock Dam Maintenance Project contract (3-0)
• Recommended Resolution 22-R3053 awarding Rockwell Park Phase 2 design/engineering services contract (3-0)

Common Council

The Common Council will hold a public hearing and consider adopting a zoning text amendment creating wetland regulations, including a 10-foot no-disturbance setback. They will also vote on contracts for the Peacock Dam maintenance and Rockwell Park Phase 2 design, plus resolutions for special assessments on the Northeast Lift Station and Northeast Region Infrastructure Project. The agenda includes a presentation on the updated housing study and a first-year report from Bethany Recovery Center.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 22-O1038 creating Section 17.116 wetland regulations with 10 ft. no disturbance setback
• Resolution 22-R3057 awarding contract for Peacock Dam Maintenance Project
• Resolution 22-R3053 awarding John and Lavinia Rockwell Park Phase 2 Design/Engineering Services Contract
• Preliminary Resolution 22-R3056 declaring intent to exercise police power for special assessment for Northeast Lift Station Improvements
• Final Resolution 22-R3055 levying special assessments for Northeast Region Infrastructure Project

The Common Council postponed action on the proposed wetland text amendment (Ordinance 22-O1038) to allow for language cleanup, and awarded the Peacock Dam Maintenance Project contract via Resolution 22-R3057. It also approved the extraterritorial certified survey map for a lot split at N7121 Ski Slide Road, adopted preliminary and final resolutions for Northeast Lift Station improvements and special assessments, and tabled the Rockwell Park Phase 2 design contract pending a grant decision. The meeting included a public hearing on the wetland amendment with no public comments, and a presentation on the first year of operation of the Bethany Recovery Center.

• Approved Resolution 22-R3057 awarding Peacock Dam Maintenance Project contract (8-0)
• Approved ETZ CSM to divide one lot into two at N7121 Ski Slide Road, Town of Concord (8-0)
• Postponed action on Ordinance 22-O1038 creating wetland regulations until language is updated (8-0)
• Adopted Preliminary Resolution 22-R3056 for special assessment for Northeast Lift Station improvements (8-0)
• Adopted Final Resolution 22-R3055 levying special assessments for Northeast Region Infrastructure Project (8-0)
• Tabled Resolution 22-R3053 for Rockwell Park Phase 2 design/engineering services (motion failed 2-6)
• Approved minutes of August 2, 2022 (8-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda including Treasurer's Report & Financials for July 2022 (8-0)

Parks & Recreation Board

The Oconomowoc Parks & Recreation Board will consider approving a 3-year bar service agreement with Bar Stars Bartending Service for the Community Center, replacing Zilli Hospitality Group, and a proposal from Friends of Imagination Station to install a 20-stand picture book walk at Roosevelt Park. The board will also review department reports and vouchers for June and July 2022, and tour Roosevelt Park to discuss future improvements.

• Consider/act on Friends of Imagination Station Picture Book Walk at Roosevelt Park
• Consider/act on Community Center Bar Service agreement with Bar Stars (3-year contract, mutual option for 3 more years)
• Consider/act on June and July 2022 vouchers
• Tour and discuss Roosevelt Park future improvements
• Department reports for June and July 2022

The Parks and Recreation Board approved the Friends of Imagination Station Picture Book Walk, a new 3-year bar service agreement with Bar Stars Bartending Service for the Community Center, and the June and July 2022 vouchers. The board also discussed future improvements to Roosevelt Park, including a possible dog park and archery range, with cost estimates to be developed. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved June 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Friends of Imagination Station Picture Book Walk (unanimous)
• Approved Community Center Bar Service Agreement with Bar Stars Bartending Service for 3-year contract with mutual option for additional 3 years (unanimous)
• Approved June and July 2022 vouchers (unanimous)

Police Commission

The Police Commission will hold an evidentiary hearing in closed session regarding charges brought by Chief James Pfister against Officer Scott Thomas (Matter No. 001-2022). The commission may deliberate and take action on the matter, potentially including discipline. Officer Thomas has the right to demand the hearing be held in open session. Public comment will not be received.

• Evidentiary hearing on charges by Chief James Pfister against Officer Scott Thomas (Matter No. 001-2022)
• Closed session deliberations under Wis. Stat. §19.85(1)(a) and (b) for quasi-judicial case and potential discipline
• Possible reconvening into open session for additional testimony or action

The Police Commission held an evidentiary hearing on charges brought by Chief James Pfister against Officer Scott Thomas. The board convened in closed session multiple times to deliberate the matter, reconvening in open session to take action. No final decision on the charges was recorded in the minutes; the meeting adjourned without a public vote on the outcome.

• Motion to enter closed session for evidentiary hearing (5-0)
• Motion to reconvene into open session (5-0)
• Motion to re-enter closed session for deliberation (5-0)
• Motion to reconvene into open session for action (5-0)
• Motion to adjourn meeting (5-0)

Library Board

The Oconomowoc Public Library Board of Trustees will hold its regular meeting, covering routine items such as minutes, finance reports, and vouchers. The board will also consider and potentially act on approving pay grade adjustments and certifying the library's compliance with minimum to exempt standards.

• Approve pay grade adjustments
• Certify compliance with minimum to exempt standards
• Approve vouchers
• Finance and statistic reports
• Committee reports from Planning, Nominating, Finance, and Operations

Architectural Commission & Historic Preservation Commission

The commission is considering a special exception for a development monument sign at 1408 Summit Avenue. Members are also discussing proposed building plans for Lifetime Oconomowoc and Rockwell Development.

• Special exception for Olympia Fields south development monument sign at 1408 Summit Avenue
• Discussion of building plans for Lifetime Oconomowoc on Blue Ribbon Drive and Blue Ribbon Circle North
• Discussion of building plans for Rockwell Development at 125-135 North Main Street

The commission approved a special exception for the Olympia Fields South Development monument sign at 1408 Summit Street, subject to painting electrical equipment to match. Two other projects—Lifetime Oconomowoc and Rockwell Development—were discussed but no action was taken; both will return with revisions.

• Approved special exception for Olympia Fields monument sign at 1408 Summit Street (5-0)
• Approved July 6, 2022 minutes (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:58 pm (5-0)

Plan Commission

The Oconomowoc Plan Commission will consider a certified survey map to create one lot for Glen Kania and Sherry Saager at N7121 Ski Slide Road in the Town of Concord, recommend an ordinance creating wetland regulations, and discuss an updated housing study. The wetland ordinance would add new rules for development near wetlands, and the housing study shows the city is far from its 60/40 owner-renter housing mix goal.

• Extraterritorial certified survey map for one lot at N7121 Ski Slide Road, Town of Concord
• Ordinance #22-O1038 creating Section 17.116 Wetland Regulations and amending 17.904 Definitions
• Wetland setback of 10 feet from designated wetlands, with permitted and prohibited uses listed
• 2022 Housing Study: 9,807 approved housing units, 72.1% owner-occupied, 27.9% renter-occupied
• Housing study notes need for 1,978 additional renter-occupied units to reach 60/40 mix

The Plan Commission recommended approval of Ordinance 22-O1038, which would create a 10-foot setback for wetlands and amend zoning definitions, with amendments to include stormwater facilities and rain gardens. It also recommended approval of an extraterritorial certified survey map for a land division at N7121 Ski Slide Road. A housing study was presented for discussion only, with no action taken.

• Recommended approval of Ordinance 22-O1038 (wetland regulations) with amendments (7-0)
• Recommended approval of Extraterritorial CSM for N7121 Ski Slide Road (7-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:07 pm (7-0)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will review the 2023-2027 Capital Plan from the July 26th workshop. It will also hold a closed session to discuss potential land acquisitions for an intersection reconstruction and parking lot, and consider using eminent domain to eliminate easements and restrictions related to the Olympia Fields Development. No formal action will be taken at this meeting.

• Review of 2023-2027 Capital Plan
• Closed session on potential land acquisitions for intersection reconstruction and parking lot
• Consideration of eminent domain for Olympia Fields Development easements and restrictions

The Committee of the Whole reviewed the revised 2023-2027 Capital Improvement Plan and discussed revisiting City Hall space needs before the next borrowing in 2024, asking staff to obtain cost estimates for a study. The committee also voted unanimously to enter closed session to discuss potential land acquisitions for intersection reconstruction and parking, and to consider eminent domain for easements related to the Olympia Fields Development. No formal decisions were made on these items during the open session.

• Reviewed 2023-2027 Capital Plan (revised at July 26 workshop)
• Directed staff to get cost estimates for City Hall space needs study
• Motion to enter closed session for land acquisition and eminent domain discussion (7-0)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will consider recommending Resolution 22-R3054, which authorizes a $20,000 budget amendment for the Landscape Supply Storage Structure near the Municipal Services Building. The additional funds are needed because unsuitable soils were found on-site, requiring a floating slab with extra steel reinforcement. The committee's recommendation will go to the Common Council for final approval.

• Resolution 22-R3054: $20,000 budget amendment for Landscape Supply Storage Structure
• Funds from Utilities ($10,000) and Capital Reserves ($10,000)
• Change order with RB3 Inc. for additional construction work

The Finance Committee voted 3-0 to recommend Resolution 22-R3054, authorizing a $20,000 budget amendment for a Landscape Supply Storage Structure. The recommendation will go to the full council for final approval. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Recommended Resolution 22-R3054 for $20,000 budget amendment for Landscape Supply Storage Structure (3-0)

Common Council

The Oconomowoc Common Council will vote on a $2,204,400 construction contract for the Northeast Sanitary Pumping Station and Park Shelter, funded by Wastewater Utility and Park Impact Fees. The body will also approve a $20,000 budget amendment for the Landscape Supply Storage Structure due to soil issues and authorize a land use agreement allowing the Wisconsin National Guard to use the Second Street Storage Yard for training setup.

• Award contract to August Winter & Sons, Inc. for $2,204,400 for the Northeast Sanitary Pumping Station/Park Shelter
• Approve $20,000 budget amendment for the Landscape Supply Storage Structure to cover unsuitable soil remediation
• Approve Land Use Agreement for Wisconsin National Guard to use Second Street Storage Yard for training
• Approve Electric Utility Easement at 52 Riverview Lane for underground electrical lines

The Common Council approved a land use agreement with the Wisconsin National Guard for the Second Street Storage Yard, with signage to be added. They also approved a $20,000 budget amendment for a landscape supply storage structure due to poor soil conditions. A motion to award a construction contract for the Northeast Sanitary Pumping Station/Park Shelter initially failed, but after reconsideration, it was approved with the concession stand alternate bid excluded.

• Approved land use agreement with Wisconsin National Guard for Second Street Storage Yard (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda including electric utility easement at 52 Riverview Lane (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution 22-R3054 for $20,000 budget amendment for landscape supply storage structure (7-0)
• Motion to exclude concession stand alternate bid ($67,000) from construction contract failed (4-0-3)
• Original motion to award construction contract failed (5-0-2)
• Motion to reconsider the failed motion carried (5-0-2)
• Approved construction contract for Northeast Sanitary Pumping Station/Park Shelter excluding concession stand (6-0-1)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is meeting to discuss the 2023-2027 Capital Budget. This is an informational session only; no formal action will be taken. Attendees are asked to bring their budget workbook.

• Presentation and discussion on 2023-2027 Capital Budget

The Committee of the Whole held a budget workshop to review 2023-2027 capital projects. They approved moving the Library Space Needs Analysis from 2024 to 2023 at a cost of $30,000. They also discussed road repair priorities and directed staff to prepare a memorandum of understanding for the Lac La Belle Boat Launch design, with cost sharing among the Village of Lac La Belle, Town of Oconomowoc, and the Lake District.

• Approved moving Library Space Needs Analysis to 2023 for $30K (8-0)
• Directed staff to prepare MOU for Lac La Belle Boat Launch design cost share (20% Village/Town, 40% Lake District)

Western Lakes Fire District’s Fire Board or Commission

The Western Lakes Fire District Fire Board will meet on July 25, 2022, to hear the 2021 annual audit, receive the Fire Chief's report, and discuss the August 9, 2022 referendum, the 5-year Capital Improvement Plan, and 2023 budget items. The board will also consider participation in Wisconsin Task Force 1. The agenda includes a consent agenda with minutes, bill payments, and refunds, plus a presentation on bureau operations.

• Discussion of August 9, 2022 referendum updates
• Discussion/action on 5-year Capital Improvement Plan
• Discussion of 2023 budget items
• Discussion/action on WLFD participation in Wisconsin Task Force 1
• 2021 annual audit presentation by CliftonLarsonAllen

The Western Lakes Fire Board approved the 2023 and 2024 capital improvement plan as presented, and voted to apply for participation in Wisconsin Task Force 1, a state urban search and rescue program. The board also accepted the consent agenda, including the June 27 meeting minutes and bill payments of $352,416.86, and heard reports on the 2021 audit, staffing, and the upcoming August 9 referendum.

• Approved consent agenda including June 27 minutes and $352,416.86 in bills
• Approved 5-year capital improvement plan for 2023 and 2024 as presented
• Approved application to participate in Wisconsin Task Force 1
• Set special budget workshop for August 17, 2022
• Set next regular meeting for August 22, 2022

Common Council

The Common Council will hold a public hearing and consider an ordinance to terminate planned development zoning overlays that are not completed within five years of approval. The council will also vote on a preliminary subdivision plat, ARPA-funded lead service line replacements, a settlement for a Fleet Farm assessment claim, and a TIF agreement for the Rockwell Partners redevelopment project.

• Public hearing and 1st reading of Ordinance 22-O1037 creating Section 17.804(9) to terminate planned developments not completed in 5 years
• Preliminary plat for Prairie Creek Ridge Addition #6 (Tax Keys OCOC 0517.993, 0517.992, 0517.990, 0517.996.005, 0519.999.006)
• Resolution 22-R3051 authorizing ARPA funds for public side lead service line replacements
• Authorize City Attorney to settle Fleet Farm excessive assessment claim (Case 22-CV-887)
• Authorization to prepare project plan and TIF agreement for Rockwell Partners, LLC redevelopment

The Common Council adopted Ordinance 22-O1037 creating a five-year completion period for Planned Developments with a 30-day notice before termination, waiving the second reading. It also approved a resolution to use up to $700K in ARPA funds for lead service line replacements, authorized settling a Fleet Farm assessment claim, and approved staff preparation of a TIF agreement for the Rockwell Partners redevelopment project (5-0-3).

• Adopted Ordinance 22-O1037 on PD termination (5-year completion, 30-day notice), waived second reading (8-0)
• Approved 2022 grants/donations and budget amendments for Q2 (8-0)
• Approved Preliminary Subdivision Plat for Prairie Creek Ridge Addition #6 (8-0)
• Adopted Resolution 22-R3051 authorizing up to $700K ARPA funds for lead service line replacements (8-0)
• Authorized City Attorney to settle Fleet Farm excessive assessment claim, Case #22-CV-887 (8-0)
• Authorized staff to prepare Project Plan and TIF Agreement for Rockwell Partners redevelopment (5-0-3)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will consider and recommend approval of 2022 second-quarter grants and donations totaling $245,178.29, along with related budget amendments. They will also act on the June 2022 voucher report. The meeting is largely procedural, focusing on approving these financial items.

• Approve $245,178.29 in Q2 grants/donations, including $200,000 for Northeast Region Pickleball Complex
• Budget amendment for $11,282.98 for Waukesha County dispatch transition (squad displays, radios)
• Approve June 2022 vouchers, including $18,525.85 for police rifle replacement
• Approve $8,000 for 2021 audited financial statements
• Approve $5,298.38 for Village Green restrooms design

The Finance Committee unanimously recommended the 2022 Grants/Donations and Budget Amendments for the second quarter (April 1 to June 30, 2022) and approved the June 2022 voucher report totaling $4,895,382.28. Both motions passed 3-0. The meeting was brief and adjourned at 7:43 PM.

• Recommended 2022 Grants/Donations and Budget Amendments for Q2 (3-0)
• Approved June 2022 vouchers totaling $4,895,382.28 (3-0)

Utility Committee

The Utility Committee meeting has no items requiring action or review. The agenda consists solely of routine monthly reports on utility volumes and revenues, along with updates on utility billing, electric rates, and ongoing projects. The Wastewater Report will be provided next month.

• Utility payment drop box temporarily closed due to absentee ballots; will reopen after August 9 primary
• Power cost adjustment charge (PCAC) increased as expected, with annual peak expected in July
• Preparing electric rate adjustment application for PSC; amount and timing not yet known
• Completed cable replacement from Anderson St north to Washington St
• Takeover of 5 customers from WE Energies on Hwys K and P effective July 20

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will discuss and possibly recommend a resolution authorizing up to $700,000 in ARPA funds for public-side lead service line replacements, supplementing the utility budget. They will also hear a presentation on the 2023-2027 Capital Improvement Budget and hold closed sessions on a Rockwell Partners redevelopment project and Fleet Farm assessment claims.

• Resolution 22-R3051: use up to $700,000 ARPA funds for public lead service line replacements
• Closed session: Rockwell Partners, LLC redevelopment project and TIF requests
• Closed session: Fleet Farm assessment claims 2021 & 2022
• Presentation: 2023-2027 Capital Improvement Budget
• 2022 LSL program: $600,000 WDNR grant, up to $3,000 per resident

The Committee of the Whole recommended approval of Resolution 22-R3051 to use ARPA funds for public side lead service line replacements, with a unanimous 8-0 vote. The committee also heard updates on the Rockwell Development Partners project and a presentation on the 2023-2027 Capital Improvement Budget. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included closed session discussions on the Rockwell project and Fleet Farm assessment claims.

• Recommended approval of Resolution 22-R3051 for ARPA-funded lead service line replacements (8-0)
• Moved to closed session for Rockwell Partners redevelopment and TIF requests (8-0)
• Moved to closed session for Fleet Farm assessment claims (8-0)
• Reconvened to open session (8-0)

Library Board

The Oconomowoc Public Library Board of Trustees will meet to consider several policy and budget items. They will vote on updating the Library Code of Conduct regarding concealed carry of weapons, using ARPA funds for a security camera purchase, and approving the 2023 operating budget request. They will also have a first reading of a Privacy Policy update and discuss the Second Quarter Strategic Plan progress.

• Update Library Code of Conduct regarding concealed carry of weapons, knives, or firearms
• Use ARPA Information Technology funds to purchase security camera
• Update Privacy Policy (first reading)
• Approve 2023 operating budget request
• Discuss Second Quarter Strategic Plan progress report

Police Commission

The Police Commission will conduct an evidentiary hearing concerning charges brought by Chief James Pfister against Officer Scott Thomas. The commission may enter closed sessions to deliberate on employment data and legal advice before reconvening in open session.

• Evidentiary Hearing: James Pfister against Officer Scott Thomas

Architectural Commission & Historic Preservation Commission

The Architectural Commission will consider approving revised building plans for a Pet Supplies Plus addition to the Sendik's building at 1450 Summit Avenue. The applicant returned with a new south elevation design after the previous design was denied on June 8, 2022. The Commission will also review staff recommendations on the corner design, the recessed CMU block relief, and the placement of a painted Sendik's logo.

• Pet Supplies Plus building addition at 1450 Summit Avenue
• Revised south elevation design after June 8 denial
• Consideration of architectural canopy on south elevation
• Review of recessed blue painted CMU block relief (2 inches)
• Confirmation of painted Sendik's logo placement and sign compliance

The Architectural Commission approved the building plans for Pet Supplies Plus at 1450 Summit Street, subject to specific design changes including adding coping, removing recessed areas, and painting sections brown. The commission also clarified that any monument or tenant sign over 8 feet in height in the Olympia Fields development must return for review. The June 8, 2022 minutes were approved.

• Approved June 8, 2022 minutes (5-0)
• Agreed that signs over 8' in Olympia Fields must come back for review
• Approved Pet Supplies Plus building plans with conditions (4-0-1, Krogstad abstained)

Plan Commission

The Plan Commission recommended approval of the preliminary plat for Prairie Creek Ridge Addition #6, a 230-lot single-family subdivision, with a 7-0 vote. It also approved the Major Design Review Plans for a Pet Supplies Plus addition with a recommendation for a pet relief area. An ordinance to allow termination of planned developments was recommended with amendments, and a presentation on PD overlay districts was discussed without action.

• Recommended preliminary plat for Prairie Creek Ridge Addition #6 (7-0)
• Approved Major Design Review Plans for Pet Supplies Plus addition at 1470 Olympia Fields Dr (7-0)
• Recommended Ordinance 22-O1037 on termination of planned developments with amendments (7-0)
• Approved minutes of June 8, 2022 (6-0)

Library Board

The Oconomowoc Public Library Board of Trustees Finance Committee is meeting to discuss and potentially act on the 2023 operating budget, which will then be considered by the full Library Board. The agenda contains only this one substantive item, along with routine procedural steps.

• Consider/act on 2023 operating budget for consideration by Library Board

Western Lakes Fire District’s Fire Board or Commission

The Western Lakes Fire District Fire Board will meet on June 27, 2022, to discuss the 5-year Capital Improvement Plan, a Wisconsin EMS grant, updates on the August 9, 2022 referendum, and the 2023 budget process. The agenda also includes presentations on medical billing and bureau operations, plus routine consent items like minutes and bill payments.

• Discussion of 5-Year Capital Improvement Plan with inflationary increases of 15-20% for apparatus
• Discussion of Wisconsin EMS Grant
• Update on August 9, 2022 referendum for sustainable staffing
• Presentation by Andres Medical Billing on insurance collections
• Consent agenda includes payment of bills totaling $385,768.98 (from May minutes)

The Western Lakes Fire Board approved the consent agenda, including minutes and payment of bills totaling $385,543.48. The board discussed the upcoming August 9, 2022 referendum on staffing and wage gaps, reviewed the draft five-year capital improvement plan, and heard presentations on medical billing and operations. No final decisions were made on the capital plan or grant application.

• Approved consent agenda including minutes and $385,543.48 in bills (unanimous)
• Discussed draft five-year capital improvement plan, final to be considered next meeting
• Discussed pursuing EMS Flex Grant for ambulance and CPR devices, no formal action
• Received update on August 9, 2022 referendum, no action taken

Finance Committee

The Oconomowoc Finance Committee will hear a presentation on the city's 2021 audit from Baker Tilly, covering financial statements, fund balances, debt, and utility rates. The committee will also consider and act on the May 2022 voucher report, which lists payments to vendors. This is a regular meeting to review financial matters.

• 2021 audit report presentation by Baker Tilly
• General fund balance of $10,902,178 as of end of 2021
• Unrestricted fund balance at 70.91% of expenditures, above GFOA recommended minimum
• Total general obligation debt (net) of $39,124,816 as of end of 2021
• May 2022 voucher report for approval

Protection and Welfare Committee

The Protection and Welfare Committee will consider recommending a new Class 'A' fermented malt beverage license for Sausage Haus, Inc. at 523 N. Oakwood Avenue. The license would allow the sale of packaged beer only and expire June 30, 2023. The committee's recommendation would go to the Common Council for final approval.

• Resolution 22-R3044 granting new Class 'A' license to Sausage Haus, Inc.
• License for 523 N. Oakwood Ave, agent Jesse Jerabek
• Family-owned business, no change in operation or floor plan
• No city quota limits on Class 'A' licenses

The Protection and Welfare Committee voted 2-0 to recommend Resolution 22-R3044, granting a new 2022-2023 Class 'A' Fermented Malt Beverage License to Sausage Haus, Inc. The recommendation will go to the full council for final approval. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Recommended Resolution 22-R3044 granting new Class 'A' beer license to Sausage Haus, Inc. (2-0)

Utility Committee

The Utility Committee will consider two resolutions related to financing the construction of Well #8 and Pump House, including declaring intent to reimburse expenditures from borrowing and designating authorized representatives for state financial assistance applications. The committee will also review monthly reports on utility billing, electric, water, and wastewater operations.

• Resolution 22-R3042 declaring intent to reimburse up to $4,000,000 in Well #8 project costs with tax-exempt bond proceeds
• Resolution 22-R3041 designating City Administrator and Finance Director to file for Wisconsin Environmental Improvement Fund assistance
• Review of June utility billing report and monthly electric, water, and wastewater reports

The Utility Committee recommended two resolutions: one declaring intent to reimburse expenditures from borrowing, and another designating authorized representatives to apply for state financial assistance from the Wisconsin Environmental Improvement Fund. Both motions passed unanimously. The committee also requested renderings of Well No. 8 be emailed to them. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Recommended Resolution 22-R3042 declaring official intent to reimburse expenditures from borrowing (3-0)
• Recommended Resolution 22-R3041 designating authorized representatives for state financial assistance applications (3-0)
• Requested renderings of Well No. 8 be emailed to committee members

Common Council

The Common Council will vote on several land-use items, including the final plat for Arrowood Subdivision Phase I (14 lots), a certified survey map for Olympia Fields, and an extraterritorial map for the Young Trust. They will also consider a redevelopment plan for the N. Main Street project area, updated design standards for Olympia Fields, and a resolution declaring intent to reimburse expenditures from borrowing. A presentation on TIF 101 and a first reading of an ordinance on council agendas are also scheduled.

• Final Plat for Arrowood Subdivision Phase I, 14 lots at Oconomowoc Parkway and Windwood Road
• Certified Survey Map for Olympia Fields, dividing one lot into four at Summit Avenue and Olympia Fields Drive
• Extraterritorial Certified Survey Map for Young Trust, dividing one lot into two at W393N6056 Mary Lane, Town of Oconomowoc
• Resolution 22-R3048 approving redevelopment plan for N. Main Street project area
• Resolution 22-R3042 declaring official intent to reimburse expenditures from borrowing

The Common Council approved a redevelopment plan for the N. Main Street project area, with one alderman voting no. It also approved the final plat for Arrowood Subdivision Phase I, a certified survey map for Olympia Fields, and an extraterritorial map for the Young Trust. Several resolutions were adopted, including a new liquor license for Sausage Haus and official intent to reimburse Well #8 expenditures. The July 5, 2022 meeting was cancelled.

• Approved N. Main St. redevelopment plan (6-0-1)
• Approved Arrowood Subdivision Phase I final plat, 14 lots (7-0)
• Approved Olympia Fields CSM, one lot into four (7-0)
• Approved Young Trust ETZ CSM, one lot into two (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution 22-R3044, new liquor license for Sausage Haus (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution 22-R3042, intent to reimburse Well #8 expenditures (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution 22-R3041, authorized reps for Environmental Improvement Fund (7-0)
• Cancelled July 5, 2022 Common Council meeting (7-0)

Community Development Authority

The Community Development Authority is holding a public hearing and considering a resolution to approve a redevelopment plan for the N. Main Street area, which has been declared blighted. The plan outlines redevelopment activities including land acquisition, demolition, and infrastructure improvements. The CDA will vote on Resolution CDA22-R3047 recommending approval to the City Council.

• Public hearing on proposed boundaries of 125-131 N Main Street redevelopment area
• Resolution CDA22-R3047 approving redevelopment plan for N. Main Street area
• Area declared blighted; plan includes demolition, land acquisition, and infrastructure improvements
• Project aims for mixed-use development with street-level commercial and upper-story residential
• Plan includes pedestrian improvements and public utility upgrades

The Community Development Authority held a public hearing and unanimously approved Resolution CDA22R-3047, which approves the Redevelopment Plan for the N. Main Street Redevelopment Area (121-131 N. Main Street). The plan includes potential public improvements such as boardwalk extension, utility upgrades, parking expansion, and village green enhancements, and enables development incentives through a Tax Increment Financing District. No eminent domain is planned for 137 N. Main St. The meeting adjourned at 5:34 PM.

• Approved Resolution CDA22R-3047 approving the N. Main Street Redevelopment Plan (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (4-0)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will receive an update on the Rockwell Partners development and then convene into closed session to discuss a TIF request for the redevelopment project and a personnel matter involving a city department head. No formal action will be taken at this meeting.

• Rockwell Partners Development Update
• Closed session: TIF request for Rockwell Partners redevelopment project
• Closed session: personnel issue related to a city department head

The Committee of the Whole met and received a development update from Rockwell Partners. The council then voted unanimously to enter closed session to discuss a public/private partnership TIF request for the Rockwell Partners redevelopment project and to receive information about a city department head. No substantive decisions were made in open session.

• Received Rockwell Partners development update (no action)
• Approved closed session for Rockwell TIF negotiation (7-0)
• Approved closed session for department head personnel matter (7-0)
• Adjourned meeting (7-0)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing and vote on a variance request from Jason & Nicole Heard to build a 30' x 40' detached garage at 421 Oakwood Avenue. The garage would exceed the allowed accessory building footprint in the Traditional Residential Zoning District by 936 square feet. The board will also approve minutes from the March 9, 2022 meeting.

• Variance request for 936 SF additional accessory building footprint at 421 Oakwood Avenue
• Proposed 30' x 40' detached garage (1,200 SF) exceeding 1,000 SF limit
• Existing detached structure of 736 SF on property
• Public hearing scheduled for 6:00 PM at City Hall Council Chambers

The Zoning Board of Appeals approved a variance for Jason and Nicole Heard to build a 35' x 40' (1,400 SF) detached garage at 421 Oakwood Avenue, exceeding the allowed accessory building footprint by 1,136 SF. The approval includes conditions to remove existing sheds and a hazardous tree. The board also approved the March 9, 2022 minutes.

• Approved variance of 1,136 SF for 1,400 SF garage at 421 Oakwood Ave (4-0)
• Approved minutes of March 9, 2022 (3-0)

Pabst Farms Joint Stormwater District

The District will consider actions regarding signage posting at district-owned ponds and potential cost offsets for a fountain installation in Eastlake Village Ponds. The meeting also includes the election of officers and approval of previous meeting minutes.

• Discussion and action for Signage Posting at District Owned Pond(s)
• Discussion and action on Possible Cost Offset for Fountain Installation in Eastlake Village Ponds
• Election of Officers
• Approval of September 22, 2021, meeting minutes

The Pabst Farms Joint Stormwater District approved installing no-trespassing signs at district-owned ponds, as directed by the City of Oconomowoc Police, with costs covered by the district. The board also approved allowing the Eastlake subdivision to install fountains in district-owned ponds, with an agreement to be completed and possible annual contributions toward maintenance and electric costs. Officers were elected for the coming year, and a budget meeting and public hearing were scheduled for August and September.

• Approved installing no-trespassing signs at district-owned ponds (4-0)
• Approved Eastlake subdivision fountain installation with agreement and possible cost-sharing (4-0)
• Elected Nash as President (3-0, Nash abstained)
• Elected Frye as Vice President (3-0, Frye abstained)
• Elected Riley as Secretary (3-0, Riley abstained)

Parks & Recreation Board

The Oconomowoc Parks & Recreation Board will meet at the new Pickleball Complex site in Northeast Regional Park. The board will elect officers, hear citizen comments, consider minutes from April, receive department reports, and act on April and May vouchers. A tour and discussion of Northeast Regional Park is also scheduled.

• Board elections for officers
• Consider/act on April 2022 meeting minutes
• Department reports for April and May 2022
• Consider/act on April and May 2022 vouchers
• Tour and discuss Northeast Regional Park

The Parks and Recreation Board re-elected Jimi Hall as president and Katie Miller as vice president, and approved the April 2022 minutes and April/May 2022 vouchers. The board toured the Northeast Regional Park pickleball complex site and discussed future softball field placement, but took no formal action on that topic. The director reported that the Rockwell Phase I bid was rejected as too high and will be rebid for winter work.

• Re-elected Jimi Hall as president (unanimous)
• Elected Katie Miller as vice president (unanimous)
• Approved April 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved April and May 2022 vouchers (unanimous)

Police Commission

The Oconomowoc Police Commission will elect officers, consider filling two entry-level police officer positions, establish an eligibility list, and hold a closed session to consider candidates. They will also confirm the Police Chief's appointments. The agenda includes routine items like approving minutes and a presentation to a former commissioner.

• Election of Chairperson, Vice-Chairperson, and Secretary
• Consider/act on filling two entry-level police officer positions
• Establish eligibility list for patrol officer positions
• Closed session to consider police officer candidate appointments
• Confirm Police Chief's appointments to police officer positions

The Police Commission certified an eligibility list and confirmed the appointments of Ryan Rinehart and Collin Jung as entry-level police officers, filling two vacancies. The commission also elected new officers and honored a former commissioner. No action was taken on filling an open police officer position.

• Approved minutes from December 13, 2021 (unanimous)
• Elected Miller as Chairperson (5-0)
• Elected Barry as Vice-Chairperson (5-0)
• Elected Schmidt as Secretary (5-0)
• Certified eligibility list with Ryan Rinehart and Collin Jung (unanimous)
• Confirmed appointments of Rinehart and Jung as entry-level police officers (5-0)
• No action taken on filling open police officer position

Library Board

The Oconomowoc Public Library Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting to approve its 2023-2027 capital request and update its code of conduct regarding concealed weapons. The board will also elect its officers for the 2022-2023 term. Routine items include reviewing finance reports and committee updates.

• Approval of the Library's 2023-2027 capital request
• Update to Library Code of Conduct concerning concealed carry of weapons, knives, or firearms
• Election of Library Board officers for 2022-2023 (President, Vice President, Secretary)

Architectural Commission & Historic Preservation Commission

The Architectural Commission approved updated building plans for St. Matthew's Lutheran Church and School, the Olympia Fields Design Guidelines and Master Sign Plan, a multi-tenant building, and a Panera Bread Bakery Café, all with conditions. The Commission also revised plans for Pet Supplies Plus and discussed but took no action on a Store-It-Right facility. All approvals are subject to Common Council approval of updated Design Standards on June 21, 2022.

• Approved St. Matthew's Lutheran Church and School North elevation plans (5-0) with conditions
• Approved St. Matthew's East elevation with stone area pulled forward 28 inches (5-0)
• Approved Olympia Fields Design Guidelines (5-0) contingent on Common Council approval
• Approved Olympia Fields Master Sign Plan (5-0) with conditions on signs over 8 feet
• Approved Olympia Clinical Multi-Tenant Building plans (5-0) with awning condition
• Approved Panera Bread Bakery Café plans (5-0) with stone cast banding condition
• Revised Pet Supplies Plus building addition plans (4-0-1) to return with new south elevation
• No action taken on Store-It-Right building plans

Plan Commission

The Oconomowoc Plan Commission is meeting to consider and act on several development items, including the final plat for the 14-lot Arrowood Subdivision Phase I, major design review for a new Panera Bread restaurant, a certified survey map for Olympia Fields, and an extraterritorial certified survey map for the Young Trust. The commission will also approve minutes from the May 4 meeting and hear citizen comments.

• Final Plat for Arrowood Subdivision Phase I: 14 lots at Oconomowoc Parkway and Windwood Road
• Major Design Review for Panera Bread Bakery-Café: 3,552 SF restaurant at 1414 Summit Avenue
• Certified Survey Map for Olympia Fields: divide one lot into four at SE corner of Summit Avenue and Olympia Fields Drive
• Extraterritorial Certified Survey Map for Young Trust: divide one lot into two at W393N6056 Mary Lane, Town of Oconomowoc

The Plan Commission approved the final plat for Arrowood Subdivision Phase I, the Major Design Review Plans for a new Panera Bread restaurant, and recommended approval of two Certified Survey Maps. All motions passed unanimously, with the Panera approval conditioned on the new north driveway being exit-only or having a splitter island.

• Approved final plat for Arrowood Subdivision Phase I, creating 14 lots and 2 outlots (6-0)
• Approved Major Design Review Plans for Panera Bread at 1414 Summit Avenue, with new north driveway as exit-only or splitter island (7-0)
• Recommended approval of Certified Survey Map for Olympia Fields, dividing one lot into four (7-0)
• Recommended approval of Extraterritorial Certified Survey Map for Young Trust, dividing one lot into two (7-0)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is reviewing Ordinance 22-O1035, which establishes a process for Aldermen to request items be placed on the Common Council agenda. The committee will also receive an update on the Rockwell Partners, LLC N. Main St. project.

• Recommendation of Ordinance 22-O1035 regarding Council Agenda procedures
• Rockwell Partners, LLC N. Main St. Project Update
• Closed session regarding TIF request for Rockwell Partners, LLC Redevelopment Project

The Committee of the Whole recommended placing Ordinance 22-O1035 on the June 21, 2022 Council agenda, which would create Section 2.01(9) regarding alderman requests to place items on a council agenda. The motion carried 7-0. The committee also discussed the Rockwell Partners project update, including TIF request details, but took no formal action on it. The meeting then moved into closed session to discuss the TIF request and adjourned.

• Recommended Ordinance 22-O1035 for June 21 Council agenda (7-0)
• Convened into closed session for TIF negotiation (7-0)
• Adjourned meeting (7-0)

Utility Committee

The Utility Committee will consider two resolutions: a $260,000 budget amendment for the electric utility's outage management and system automation project, and approval of the 2021 wastewater Compliance Maintenance Annual Report (CMAR) for the DNR. They will also receive updates on the watershed protection program and a report on a fact-finding trip to Denmark.

• Resolution 22-R3045: $260,000 transfer from Electric Reserve fund to Outage Management Capital Account 603-573-7000-210
• Resolution 22-R3043: Approve 2021 CMAR for wastewater operations (grade A/4.0)
• Presentation/update on Oconomowoc Watershed Protection Program 2022
• Report on fact-finding trip to Denmark in 2022

The Utility Committee voted unanimously to recommend two resolutions: one approving an electric budget amendment for outage management funds, and another for the Wisconsin DNR Compliance Maintenance Annual Report for 2021 wastewater operations. The committee also received presentations on the watershed protection program and a Denmark fact-finding trip. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Recommended Resolution 22-R3045 approving Electric Budget amendment for Outage Management Funds (3-0)
• Recommended Resolution 22-R3043 for Wisconsin DNR Compliance Maintenance Annual Report for 2021 Wastewater Operations (3-0)
• Approved minutes of April 5, 2022 (3-0)

Common Council

The Oconomowoc Common Council will vote on declaring the N. Main Street Redevelopment Project area blighted and approving a project overview agreement with Rockwell Partners. The body will also consider changing the Mayor's term from two to three years effective April 2024 and adjusting compensation policies for interim city staff. Routine items include releasing financial security for Prairie Creek Ridge and Silver Lake Trails projects.

• Resolution 22-R3046 declaring the N. Main Street Redevelopment Project area blighted
• Rockwell Partners Project Overview Agreement for N. Main Street Redevelopment
• Ordinance 22-O1036 changing the Mayor Term from Two to Three Years effective April 2024
• Release of $100,000.00 financial security for Prairie Creek Ridge, Addition 4
• Release of $13,358.40 financial security for Silver Lake Trails Phase 2

The Common Council approved the Rockwell Partners Project Overview Agreement for the N. Main Street Redevelopment, amended to issue a $4.67M City contribution as TIF and/or other funds to minimize the TIF amount. The council also declared the N. Main Street Redevelopment Project Area blighted, approved pay grade adjustments for city positions below market value, and renewed alcohol beverage licenses. A proposal to change the mayor's term from two to three years failed on first reading.

• Approved Rockwell Partners Project Overview Agreement as amended (6-0-2)
• Declared N. Main Street Redevelopment Project Area blighted (7-0-1)
• Approved amendment to issue $4.67M City contribution as TIF and/or other funds (8-0)
• Approved pay grade adjustments for city positions below market value (7-0)
• Approved 2022 Compensation Revision for Interim City Administrator and Department Heads (7-0-1)
• Adopted Resolution 22-R3040 renewing 2022-2023 Alcohol Beverage Licenses (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution 22-R3045 approving Electric Budget Amendment for Outage Management Funds (8-0)
• Adopted Resolution 22-R3043 for WI DNR Compliance Maintenance Annual Report (8-0)

Protection and Welfare Committee

The Protection and Welfare Committee is considering Resolution 22-R3040, which would recommend granting renewal of all Class A, B, and C alcohol beverage licenses for the period July 1, 2022 to June 30, 2023. The resolution lists all licensees who applied by the deadline and are current with city obligations. The committee will vote on whether to recommend the resolution to the Common Council.

• Resolution 22-R3040 renewing 2022-2023 alcohol beverage licenses
• Renewals for Class A, B, and C licenses including retailers like Aldi, Kwik Trip, and Metro Market
• Licenses for bars and restaurants such as Flannery's II, Zilli's, and Crafty Cow
• Reserve Class B licenses for Pabst Farms Development Inc and others
• All licensees confirmed current with city obligations and Chapter 12 code

The Protection and Welfare Committee voted 2-0 to recommend Resolution 22-R3040, which grants renewal of 2022-2023 alcohol beverage licenses. The recommendation will go to the full council for final approval. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Recommended Resolution 22-R3040 for renewal of 2022-2023 alcohol beverage licenses (2-0)

Community Development Authority

The Community Development Authority will review a blight analysis and draft redevelopment plan for the N. Main Street area, consider a resolution establishing the redevelopment boundary, and possibly set a public hearing for June 21, 2022. They will also discuss the E. Wisconsin Avenue overlay district and city facade programs. The agenda includes routine items like approving minutes and public comments.

• Resolution 22-R3043CDA to establish N. Main Street Redevelopment Area boundary and blight elimination need
• Public hearing for N. Main Street redevelopment plan proposed for June 21, 2022 at 5pm
• Discussion of E. Wisconsin Avenue Overlay District update
• Overview of city facade programs
• Approval of May 17, 2022 meeting minutes

The Community Development Authority approved a resolution establishing the N. Main Street redevelopment project area boundary and the need for blight elimination, and set a public hearing for June 21, 2022. The blight analysis found 83% of properties in the area meet the blight definition, partly due to unsafe electrical systems. The redevelopment plan will go to the Council on June 7, 2022.

• Approved CDA Resolution 22-R3043CDA establishing N. Main St. redevelopment boundary and blight need (4-0)
• Set public hearing for N. Main St. redevelopment plan for June 21, 2022 at 5 PM (4-0)
• Approved May 17, 2022 minutes as presented (4-0)

Technology Committee

The Technology Committee will discuss cell tower installations, public transparency, and 5G health concerns, and may recommend updating conditional use permit requirements to include annual radio frequency emissions testing. It will also consider amending the municipal code on meeting frequency and discuss the committee's future.

• Consider recommending annual RF emissions testing for cellular tower conditional use permits
• Discuss amending Section 1.47(d) of municipal code on Technology Committee meeting frequency
• Update on Dish Wireless co-location application at N67 W36773 CTH K
• Update on pending application to replace wood poles with steel structure at 965 Cannon Gate Road
• Review of New Hampshire 5G health effects commission report

The Technology Committee reviewed cell tower locations and transparency measures, discussed 5G safety recommendations, and considered recommending annual radio frequency emission testing for towers. However, staff noted state statutes prohibit such testing requirements, so no action was taken. The committee agreed to meet quarterly and tabled a proposal to amend the municipal code regarding meeting frequency.

• Reviewed cell tower locations and recent applications (2 approvals/year for upgrades)
• Discussed transparency measures: warning signage, city website posting, annual report
• Discussed 5G safety recommendations from other municipalities; no action taken
• Considered recommending annual RF emission testing; no action due to state statute prohibition
• Agreed to meet quarterly (next meetings Aug 30, Nov 29)
• Tabled amendment to Section 1.47(d) regarding meeting frequency

Personnel Committee

The Oconomowoc Personnel Committee will consider two compensation items: revising the interim assignment policy to pay 25% (up from 10%) for interim Department Heads and City Administrator, and adjusting pay grades for positions below market value, including the City Administrator and Utility Manager. The committee will make recommendations to the Common Council; no final action is taken at this meeting.

• Proposed 25% interim pay for Department Heads and City Administrator, effective Jan 1, 2022
• Pay grade adjustments for City Administrator (to Grade 21) and Utility Manager (to Grade 21, Step 6, market rate $168,519.03)
• Part-time City Clerk pay increase from $13.25 to $22.15 per hour
• Library Pages pay increase from $7.25-$7.75 to $9.00 per hour
• Estimated six-month cost of $58,000 for pay adjustments, funded from contingency funds

The Personnel Committee recommended two changes to the city's interim assignment policy: increasing interim pay for Department Head and City Administrator roles to 25% and making the policy effective after 10 days. The committee also recommended pay grade adjustments for 19 city positions below market value, effective the first check in July 2022. Both recommendations will go to the full Council for final approval.

• Recommended interim assignment pay increase to 25% for Department Head and City Administrator roles (2-1)
• Recommended interim pay policy effective after 10 days instead of 30 days (2-1)
• Recommended pay grade adjustments for 19 positions below market value (3-0)

Library Board

The Oconomowoc Public Library Board of Trustees' Finance Committee is meeting to discuss the 2023 budget and will make a recommendation to the full Library Board. No other substantive items are on the agenda.

• 2023 budget discussion and recommendation to the full Library Board

Western Lakes Fire District’s Fire Board or Commission

The Western Lakes Fire District Fire Board will review the Capital Improvement Plan, noting that equipment costs have risen over 20% due to inflation and delivery delays have extended to 18-24 months. The board will also discuss the Sustainable Staffing Project, which includes preliminary results from a community survey mailed in April. Additionally, the board will take action on District Records Management and swear in new firefighters Krenz and Hajek.

• Discussion of Capital Improvement Plan citing >20% cost increases and 18-24 month apparatus delivery delays
• Discussion of Sustainable Staffing Project and preliminary community survey results
• Discussion/Action on District Records Management
• Swearing In Ceremony for Firefighter/Paramedics Krenz and Hajek
• Consent Agenda includes payment of bills and ambulance/highway refunds

The joint Common Council and Western Lakes Fire District Fire Board meeting on May 11, 2022, included a presentation on a community survey and discussion of the City's share of the WLFD's $6.3M funding request for staffing. The Council expressed favor for a referendum regarding the funding request. No formal action was taken on the funding request or the 5-year Capital Improvement Plan, which was only briefly discussed.

• Approved minutes of March 9, 2022 Joint Owner's Meeting
• Council favored a referendum for WLFD $6.3M staffing request (discussion only)
• Scheduled next meeting for September 14, 2022

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will review the first quarter 2022 financial reports for all city and utility funds, including explanations for accounts with variances of 5% or more from budget. They will also consider and act on the April 2022 voucher report. The meeting is informational; no formal action is expected on the financial review.

• Review of 1st Quarter 2022 financials for all city funds
• Consider/act on April 2022 vouchers
• General Fund shows $1,959,059.21 revenue over expenses as of 3/31/2022
• 2022 Contingency budget of $149,041 with no use to date
• Monitoring of interest income, fuel, and natural gas expenses due to economic changes

The Finance Committee reviewed the first quarter financial report, noting that City and Utility funds are on track with budgets and no contingency funds have been used. The committee approved April 2022 vouchers totaling $3,636,864.13 in a 3-0 vote. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved April 2022 vouchers totaling $3,636,864.13 (3-0)

Utility Committee

The Utility Committee has no items requiring action or review at this meeting. The agenda consists solely of routine department reports, including monthly volume and revenue summaries for electric, water, and wastewater utilities, as well as updates on projects and operations. The committee is not deciding or discussing any specific proposals.

• No action items; only informational reports
• Electric rate adjustment to be considered during 2023 budget process
• Water rate second step to follow Well #8 completion
• Wastewater treatment plant passed WET retests
• NE Regional Park Lift Station design at 90%

Common Council

The Common Council will hold public hearings regarding two US Cellular towers at 965 Cannon Gate Rd and a rezoning request for 102.49 acres south of CTH K. The council will also consider resolutions for a lake trail grant, a redevelopment plan for N. Main Street, and a levy limit referendum.

• Public hearing for US Cellular towers at 965 Cannon Gate Rd
• Rezoning of 102.49 acres (Prairie Creek Ridge #6) to Suburban Residential District
• Resolution to support Waukesha County's CMAQ grant for Lake Country Trail
• Resolution to designate Rockwell Partners lands on N. Main Street as blighted
• Referendum authorization for August 9, 2022, regarding the state-imposed levy limit

The Common Council approved a rezoning of 102.49 acres from Urban Reserve to Suburban Residential for the Prairie Creek Ridge #6 subdivision, which will allow 232 single-family lots. It also approved a conditional use permit for US Cellular to construct two cell towers at 965 Cannongate Road, with a request to study emission testing. The council authorized a referendum for August 9, 2022, on exceeding the state levy limit for fire services, and supported a grant application for the Lake Country Trail. The Rockwell Partners redevelopment was advanced by authorizing the Community Development Authority to designate the land as blighted.

• Approved rezoning of 102.49 acres for Prairie Creek Ridge #6 (7-0-1, Schellpeper no)
• Approved conditional use permit for two US Cellular towers at 965 Cannongate Rd (7-0-1, Spiegelberg no)
• Adopted Resolution 22-R3037 supporting CMAQ grant for Lake Country Trail (8-0)
• Adopted Resolution 22-R3038 authorizing CDA to designate Rockwell Partners land as blighted (7-0-1, Schellpeper no)
• Adopted Resolution 22-R3039 authorizing Aug 9, 2022 referendum on exceeding levy limit (8-0)
• Approved consent agenda including ATC easement and April treasurer's report (8-0)
• Approved minutes of May 3, 2022 (8-0)

Community Development Authority

The Joint Committee-of-the-Whole and CDA will discuss a proposed commercial and multi-family condominium project by Rockwell Partners, LLC. The committee will also consider recommending the final design and proceeding with a request for bids for new Village Green restrooms.

• Presentation of Rockwell Partners, LLC N. Main Street Redevelopment Project
• Consideration of final design and bidding for Village Green Restrooms
• Estimated cost range of $360,000-$410,000 for Village Green restroom construction
• Closed session regarding public/private partnership negotiations for the N. Main Street project

The joint CDA and Committee-of-the-Whole meeting included a presentation on the Rockwell Partners N. Main Street redevelopment project, with a preliminary TIF investment request and a community open house announced for June 1. The CDA adjourned without taking action on the project. The Committee-of-the-Whole tabled the final design and request for bid for the Village Green restrooms, and then entered closed session to discuss the public/private partnership for the redevelopment project. No substantive decisions were made on the redevelopment or restrooms.

• Tabled final design and request for bid for Village Green restrooms (8-0)
• Convened into closed session for Rockwell Partners redevelopment negotiations (8-0)
• Adjourned CDA meeting (6-0)
• Adjourned Committee-of-the-Whole meeting (8-0)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole and Community Development Authority will hold a joint meeting to discuss the Rockwell Partners N. Main Street redevelopment project and consider final design and bidding for the Village Green restrooms. The meeting includes a closed session to negotiate a public/private partnership for the redevelopment. No formal action is expected on the redevelopment, but the restroom bid decision may be made.

• Discussion of Rockwell Partners, LLC N. Main Street redevelopment project
• Consider/recommend final design and request for bid for Village Green restrooms
• Closed session per Wis. Stat. 19.85(1)(e) for public/private partnership negotiation
• Village Green restroom cost estimate: $360,000-$410,000
• Restroom design includes 3 fixtures per gender, utility room, drinking fountain

The joint Committee-of-the-Whole and Community Development Authority meeting included a presentation by Rockwell Partners on the N. Main Street redevelopment project, with a community open house scheduled for June 1. The committee voted to table the final design and request for bids for the Village Green Restrooms due to time constraints. The meeting then moved into closed session to discuss the public/private partnership for the Rockwell project.

• Tabled final design and request for bids for Village Green Restrooms (8-0)
• Convened into closed session to discuss Rockwell Partners redevelopment partnership (8-0)

Community Development Authority

The Community Development Authority is reviewing a $25,000 loan request for a new deli and restaurant at 127 E. Wisconsin Ave. The meeting also includes discussions regarding the E. Wisconsin Design Overlay Area and the authority's role.

• $25,000 business development loan for The Violet Table at 127 E. Wisconsin Ave.
• Discussion of E. Wisconsin Design Overlay Area
• Review of CDA mission and authority

The Community Development Authority approved a Downtown Business Development Loan for The Violet Table at 127 E. Wisconsin Ave (6-0). The board also directed staff to re-engage in the E. Wisconsin Ave corridor revitalization, with a plan to return to the CDA (6-0). No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included updates on downtown business activity and infrastructure projects.

• Approved Downtown Business Development Loan for The Violet Table at 127 E. Wisconsin Ave (6-0)
• Directed staff to re-engage in E. Wisconsin Ave corridor revitalization and return with an approach (6-0)
• Approved minutes of August 3, 2021 (6-0)

Library Board

The Oconomowoc Public Library Board of Trustees will consider authorizing a $4,400 expenditure from the gift fund for a stained glass display project, approve the 2022-2026 Waukesha County Library Services Plan, and approve a slate of nominees for board officers. The meeting also includes routine items like minutes, financial reports, and vouchers.

• Authorize $4,400 from Gift Fund for stained glass frames by Kendall Polster of The Weld Guy
• Approve 2022-2026 Waukesha County Library Services Plan
• Approve slate of nominees for board officers for 2022-2023
• Approve vouchers for payment (April 2022 total $16,349.24)
• Receive Library Director's report on operations, including new self-checkouts and security gates

Western Lakes Fire District’s Fire Board or Commission

The Oconomowoc Common Council and Western Lakes Fire District will meet to discuss the City's portion of a $6.3 million funding request for staffing. The agenda also includes a presentation on a community survey and a discussion regarding the 5 Year Capital Improvement Plan.

• Discussion/action on City's share of $6.3M WLFD staffing funding request
• Presentation of Community Survey by Mueller Communications/Community Perceptions
• Discussion of 5 Year Capital Improvement Plan
• Approval of March 9, 2022, Joint Owner’s Meeting minutes

The joint Common Council and Western Lakes Fire District Fire Board meeting approved the March 9, 2022 minutes and heard a presentation on a community survey. After discussion, the Council expressed favor for a referendum regarding the City's share of the WLFD $6.3M funding request for staffing. No formal action was taken on the funding request or the 5-year Capital Improvement Plan, which was only briefly discussed.

• Approved minutes of March 9, 2022 joint meeting
• Council favored a referendum for WLFD $6.3M staffing funding request (discussion only)

Plan Commission

The Plan Commission voted 7-0 to recommend rezoning 102.49 acres from Urban Reserve to Suburban Residential for a future subdivision expansion. It also recommended approval of a conditional use permit for US Cellular to replace two cellular towers, and approved major design review plans for a new office building for Lake Area Insurance Agency. All votes were unanimous.

• Recommended rezoning 102.49 acres to Suburban Residential (7-0)
• Recommended conditional use permit for US Cellular tower replacement (7-0)
• Approved major design review for Lake Area Insurance Agency building (7-0)
• Approved minutes of April 6, 2022 (7-0)

Architectural Commission & Historic Preservation Commission

The Architectural Commission will consider approving updates to a master sign plan at 1227 Corporate Center Drive, building plans for Lake Area Insurance Agency at 340 S. Elm Street, a master sign plan at 856 Armour Road, and building plans for Well Pump 8 at 1850 Pabst Farms Boulevard. They will also discuss building plans for a multi-tenant building near Olympia Fields Drive and Summit Avenue, and for Panera Bread at 1414 Olympia Fields Drive. The meeting includes routine approval of minutes and staff reports.

• Update to Master Sign Plan at 1227 Corporate Center Drive
• Building plans for Lake Area Insurance Agency at 340 S. Elm Street
• Master Sign Plan for 856 Armour Road
• Building plans for City Well Pump 8 at 1850 Pabst Farms Boulevard
• Discussion of building plans for Panera Bread at 1414 Olympia Fields Drive

The Architectural Commission approved updates to the Master Sign Plan at 1227 Corporate Center Drive, building plans for Lake Area Insurance Agency at 606 Summit Avenue, a Master Sign Plan at 856 Armour Road, and building plans for Well Pump No. 8 at 1850 Pabst Farms Boulevard. The commission also discussed but took no action on design standards for the Olympia Clinical Multi-Tenant Building and proposed plans for Panera Bread Bakery Café.

• Approved Master Sign Plan update at 1227 Corporate Center Drive (4-0)
• Approved building plans for Lake Area Insurance Agency at 606 Summit Avenue (4-0)
• Approved Master Sign Plan at 856 Armour Road with condition that sign area not exceed 50 SF (4-0)
• Approved building plans for Well Pump No. 8 at 1850 Pabst Farms Boulevard (4-0)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will consider recommending Ordinance 22-O1032, which creates Chapter 29 of the Municipal Code to regulate short-term rentals, and Resolution 22-R3036, which sets license fees. The ordinance would require a city license, state tourist rooming house license, and seller's permit, and sets rules on occupancy, signage, and guest registers. The committee's recommendation will go to the Common Council for adoption.

• Ordinance 22-O1032 creating Chapter 29 regulating short-term rentals
• Resolution 22-R3036 establishing $100 application fee and $50 annual renewal fee for short-term rental licenses
• Requires state Tourist Rooming House license and seller's permit for short-term rentals
• Prohibits RVs, campers, or tents as additional accommodations
• Penalties of $5 to $1,000 per violation per day

The Finance Committee voted unanimously to recommend Ordinance 22-O1032, which creates Chapter 29 of the Municipal Code to regulate short-term rentals, with a revised definition of a short-term rental as a residential dwelling rented for fewer than 30 consecutive days. The committee also voted unanimously to recommend Resolution 22-R3036, which establishes fees for short-term rentals. Both items were forwarded to the full council for consideration.

• Recommended Ordinance 22-O1032 creating Chapter 29 regulating short-term rentals (3-0)
• Recommended Resolution 22-R3036 establishing fees for short-term rentals (3-0)

Common Council

The Common Council will consider first readings of ordinances to regulate short-term rentals and repeal a concealed carry restriction in city buildings, along with related fees. They will also act on a developer's agreement for Arrowood Subdivision Phase II, approve the official city newspaper, and consider limiting Festival of the Arts vendor permits. Consent agenda items include a six-month liquor license for Buddy's Beach Bungalow and utility easements.

• Ordinance 22-O1032 creating Chapter 29 regulating short-term rentals (1st reading)
• Resolution 22-R3036 establishing fees for short-term rentals
• Ordinance 22-O1033 repealing concealed carry restriction in city buildings (1st reading)
• Developer's Agreement for Arrowood Subdivision Phase II
• Resolution 22-R3032 granting 6-month Class 'B' license to R & S Hospitality, LLC (Buddy's Beach Bungalow)

The Common Council adopted Ordinance 22-O1032 creating Chapter 29 of the Municipal Code to regulate short-term rentals, with a 6-0-2 vote (Schellpeper and Rosek voting no), and waived the second reading. It also approved Resolution 22-R3036 establishing fees for short-term rentals (7-0-1, Schellpeper voting no). The council tabled a proposal to limit Festival of the Arts outside vendor permits until September, directing the Police Department to share the discussion summary with property owners.

• Adopted Ordinance 22-O1032 regulating short-term rentals (6-0-2)
• Approved Resolution 22-R3036 establishing short-term rental fees (7-0-1)
• Adopted Ordinance 22-O1033 allowing concealed carry in city buildings with a permit (8-0)
• Approved Resolution 22-R3035 appointing Oconomowoc Enterprise as official city newspaper (8-0)
• Approved Developer's Agreement for Arrowood Subdivision Phase II (8-0)
• Tabled limiting Festival of the Arts outside vendor permits until September (8-0)
• Confirmed appointments to Pabst Farms Joint Stormwater District (8-0)
• Reappointed H. Stanley Riffle as City Attorney and Jeffrey Ek as Assistant City Attorney (8-0)

Protection and Welfare Committee

The Protection and Welfare Committee will consider recommending Ordinance 22-O1033, which would repeal Section 9.02 (2)(b) of the city code. This section currently prohibits concealed carry of weapons, knives, or firearms in any public building owned by the City of Oconomowoc. The repeal would allow those legally permitted to conceal carry in these buildings, excluding the Library and Police Department. The committee will make a recommendation on this item.

• Consider/recommend Ordinance 22-O1033 to repeal Section 9.02 (2)(b) regarding concealed carry in city buildings
• Repeal would allow concealed carry in city-owned public buildings, except the Library and Police Department
• Staff research found 17 comparable municipalities prohibit concealed carry in public buildings, 2 allow it, and 13 had no clear ordinance
• Department heads were reportedly neutral on the topic, with some questions about employees carrying, which is not part of this item

The Protection and Welfare Committee voted 3-0 to recommend Ordinance 22-O1033, which would repeal Section 9.02(2)(b) of the city code and allow valid concealed carry permit holders to carry weapons, knives, or firearms in city buildings. The recommendation will go to the full council for final action.

• Recommended Ordinance 22-O1033 to allow concealed carry in city buildings (3-0)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is meeting to discuss changing the Common Council meeting start time from 7:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Members will also discuss funding options for Western Lakes Fire District and a draft Memorandum of Understanding regarding a $6.3 million budget increase referendum.

• Ordinance 22-O1034 to change Common Council meeting start time to 7:00 p.m.
• Discussion on Western Lakes Fire District funding and a draft Memorandum of Understanding
• Proposed $6.3 million budget increase for Western Lakes Fire District to bolster staffing
• Closed session regarding Oconomowoc Area School District land purchase and real property acquisition for Tax Parcel OCOC 0614980004

The Committee of the Whole discussed but did not act on a proposed ordinance to change the Common Council meeting start time, agreeing not to bring it forward. They also discussed the Western Lakes Fire District's $6.3M budget increase request and a draft MOU, but took no formal action, suggesting a summary sheet instead. The meeting included a closed session regarding a school district land purchase.

• Agreed not to bring ordinance 22-O1034 (council meeting start time) forward to Council
• Held discussion on WLFD funding options and MOU, no action taken
• Convened into closed session for land purchase discussion (8-0)
• Adjourned meeting (8-0)

Western Lakes Fire District’s Fire Board or Commission

The Fire Board met to discuss the five-year Capital Improvement Plan, noting inflationary increases for apparatus between 15% and 20%. The board also reviewed updates on the Sustainable Staffing Project and a community survey. Additionally, the board reviewed the Chief's report regarding call volumes and financial audits.

• Discussion of five-year Capital Improvement Plan and projected inflationary increases for apparatus
• Update on Sustainable Staffing Project and community survey results
• Review of the revised Intern Repayment Agreement for tuition
• Presentation on Fleet & Facilities Bureau maintenance processes
• Presentation on Training Bureau annual training plan

The Western Lakes Fire Board received preliminary results from a community survey on sustainable staffing and funding, with a 16% return rate and majority support for a referendum to increase funding. The board also approved the consent agenda, including $331,880.99 in bills and March meeting minutes, and discussed capital improvement cost increases of over 20% due to inflation. The board moved into closed session for personnel and contract matters and did not reconvene.

• Approved consent agenda including $331,880.99 in bills and March 28, 2022 minutes (motion carried)
• Moved sustainable staffing discussion up on the agenda before capital improvement plan (motion carried)
• Moved into closed session for personnel/contract matters at 5:05pm (motion carried)
• Heard preliminary community survey results on staffing and funding referendum support
• Discussed capital improvement plan with 15-20% projected inflationary increase for 2023 apparatus

Finance Committee

The Oconomowoc Finance Committee will consider and recommend budget amendments for first-quarter 2022 grants and donations, including a Waukesha County dispatch transition purchase, and will review resolutions authorizing applications for WI DNR grants for John & Lavinia Rockwell Park and Northeast Regional Park. The committee will also act on the March 2022 voucher report. These are recommendations to the Common Council, which will not take formal action at this meeting.

• Budget amendment for $29,313.85 for laptops and docking stations for police squad cars for Waukesha County dispatch transition
• Resolution 22-R3029 authorizing application for $250,000 WI DNR Stewardship Grant for John & Lavinia Rockwell Park
• Resolution 22-R3030 authorizing application for $250,000 WI DNR LAWCON Grant for Northeast Regional Park
• Budget amendment for $21,051.53 in Q1 grants and donations, including $3,500 for tennis equipment and $11,000 in developer tree purchases
• Voucher report for March 2022

The Finance Committee unanimously recommended a budget amendment for 1st Quarter 2022 grants and amendments, and approved resolutions to apply for WI DNR grants for Rockwell Park and Northeast Regional Park. They also approved March 2022 vouchers totaling $3,139,534.65. All votes were 3-0.

• Recommended Budget Amendment for 1st Quarter 2022 Grants and Amendments (3-0)
• Recommended Resolution 22-R3029 authorizing WI DNR Stewardship Grant application for John & Lavinia Rockwell Park (3-0)
• Recommended Resolution 22-R3030 authorizing WI DNR LAWCON Grant application for Northeast Regional Park (3-0)
• Approved March 2022 vouchers totaling $3,139,534.65 (3-0)

Utility Committee

The Utility Committee meeting has no items requiring action or decision. The agenda consists solely of routine department reports, including monthly and year-to-date volume and revenue summaries for electric, water, and wastewater utilities, as well as updates on utility billing, electric projects, and wastewater operations.

• Disconnection notices mailed to 242 residential customers after winter moratorium ends April 15
• New water rates effective late 2021 increased revenue without corresponding volume increase
• Electric projects completed: PSC inspections, Northeast Feeder, Pabst Farm Apartments, Olympia Apartments
• Wastewater WET test retest passed; second retest scheduled week of April 18, 2022
• Primary digester cover project delayed due to equipment delivery

Protection and Welfare Committee

The Protection and Welfare Committee will consider a recommendation to grant a new 'Class B' intoxicating liquor and fermented malt beverage license to Blue Ribbon Baseball, LLC. The license is for the complex located at 1011 Blue Ribbon Circle N.

• Resolution 22-R3027: Granting a new 2021-2022 'Class B' liquor license to Blue Ribbon Baseball, LLC (dba Lake Country DockHounds)
• A $150 prorated fee has been paid for the license

Public Services

The Public Services Committee will consider and recommend two resolutions: one awarding a design/engineering contract for the Lac La Belle Boat Launch and Parking Area, and another awarding a construction management services contract for the 2022 Street Maintenance Projects. Both items are recommendations to the Common Council, which will take formal action later.

• Resolution 22-R3028: Award design/engineering contract to MSA for Lac La Belle Boat Launch, not-to-exceed $157,630 plus 10% contingency ($15,763), total $173,393, funded from TIF 5.
• Resolution 22-R3033: Award construction management services contract to SEH for 2022 Street Maintenance Projects, not-to-exceed $220,377 plus 10% contingency ($22,037), total $242,414.
• Street maintenance project costs allocated across departments: Streets $118,415, Streets Contingency $11,842, Wastewater $54,460, Water $57,697.
• Boat launch design selection: MSA scored highest (106.8 points) among four proposals; SSE had lowest cost ($80,291) but no boat launch experience.
• Construction management RFP received two proposals; SEH ranked first with $220,377 proposal cost.

The Public Services Committee recommended awarding a design/engineering contract for the Lac La Belle Boat Launch and parking area, but with a condition that the contract be delayed until a Memorandum of Understanding is signed among the City, Town, and Village for cost sharing. The committee also recommended awarding a construction management services contract for 2022 street maintenance projects. Both recommendations passed unanimously.

• Recommended Resolution 22-R3028 for Lac La Belle Boat Launch design/engineering contract, conditioned on cost-share MOU (3-0)
• Recommended Resolution 22-R3033 for 2022 Street Maintenance construction management contract (3-0)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is meeting to discuss several items in closed session, including legal strategy for litigation involving a structure at N67 W36773 CTH K, negotiations for Festival of the Arts outside vendor sales, and an update on a Sanitary District lawsuit. No formal action will be taken at this meeting, which is a gathering for information and discussion.

• Closed session on litigation strategy for structure at N67 W36773 CTH K (Everest Infrastructure Partners Holdings)
• Closed session on purchasing public properties or investing public funds (Festival of the Arts Outside Vendor Sales)
• Closed session on legal strategy for Sanitary District lawsuit update

Common Council

The Common Council will hold a public hearing and consider a conditional use permit for Wisconsin Harley-Davidson to host up to 17 outdoor events at 1280 Blue Ribbon Drive. The council will also act on several contracts, grants, and land division requests, plus internal appointments. The agenda includes routine items like minutes approval and committee reports.

• Public hearing and CUP for Wisconsin Harley-Davidson outdoor recreation/commercial at 1280 Blue Ribbon Dr (tax key OCOC 0635.999.010)
• Resolution 22-R3029: Apply for WI DNR Stewardship Grant for John & Lavinia Rockwell Park
• Resolution 22-R3030: Apply for WI DNR LAWCON Grant for Northeast Regional Park
• Resolution 22-R3028: Award design/engineering contract for Lac La Belle Boat Launch and Parking Area
• Resolution 22-R3033: Award construction management services for 2022 Street Maintenance Projects

Library Board

The Oconomowoc Public Library Board of Trustees will consider approving the Allowable Costs Worksheet for the Bridges Library System and discuss the first-quarter strategic plan update and statistics. The agenda also includes routine items such as minutes, finance reports, and vouchers for payment.

• Consider/Act on Approving Allowable Costs Worksheet for county reimbursement formula
• Discuss First Quarter Strategic Plan Update and Statistics
• Review March 2022 financial report and statistics
• Approve vouchers for payment (February 2022 total $52,700.27)
• Committee reports from Nominating Committee

Technology Committee

The Oconomowoc Technology Committee will discuss updates on communications companies' cell installations, locations, upgrades, and recent applications, as well as how to improve public transparency about tower locations. They will also review how other communities handle potential harms from 5G installations and discuss the committee's future, including members' willingness to continue serving. The meeting is informational; no formal action will be taken.

• Dish Wireless application to co-locate equipment at 170' on tower at N67 W36773 CTH K
• Pending application to replace two 12' wood poles with steel structure at 965 Cannon Gate Road (Ski Hill #1)
• 2022 Verizon upgrade approved at 965 Cannon Gate Road
• 2021 T-Mobile upgrade at 1305 W. Wisconsin Avenue
• 2021 Verizon upgrade at 163 Sheldon Road

Parks & Recreation Board

The Parks and Recreation Board is reviewing a $550,000 fundraising proposal for Rockwell Park and evaluating engineering proposals for the Lac La Belle Boat Launch. The meeting also includes updates on tree donation signage policies and department reports.

• Rockwell Park fundraising goal of $550,000 including sponsorship opportunities
• Engineering service bids for Lac La Belle Boat Launch ranging from $80,291 to $157,630
• Proposed $250,000 delay in park development pending DNR grant
• Update to Parks and Forestry Recognition Signage Policy regarding tree donations
• Review of March 2022 vouchers

Architectural Commission & Historic Preservation Commission

The Architectural Commission will consider approving building plans for the Village Green restrooms at 104 E. Wisconsin Avenue, a façade update for Sendik's Food Market at 1408 Summit Avenue, a façade update at 137 S. Cross Street, an after-the-fact accessory structure at 307 N. Lake Road, and a master sign plan at 1360 Pabst Farms Circle. They will also discuss proposed plans for Momentum Early Learning Childcare at 1610 Water Place and You and Your Dog at 1265 Corporate Center Drive. The meeting includes approval of prior minutes and staff reports.

• Village Green Restrooms building plans at 104 E. Wisconsin Avenue
• Sendik's Food Market façade update at 1408 Summit Avenue
• 137 S. Cross Street façade update
• After-the-fact accessory structure at 307 N. Lake Road
• Master sign plan at 1360 Pabst Farms Circle

The Architectural Commission approved building plans for the Village Green restrooms at 104 E. Wisconsin Avenue, with a condition to provide a window etching sample for staff review. It also approved façade updates for Sendik's Food Market at 1408 Summit Avenue and for 137 S. Cross Street, as well as an after-the-fact accessory structure at 307 N. Lake Road and a master sign plan at 1360 Pabst Farms Circle. Two agenda items were pulled by applicants and will be rescheduled for May.

• Approved Village Green restroom building plans with window etching sample condition (5-0)
• Approved Sendik's Food Market façade update at 1408 Summit Avenue (5-0)
• Approved façade update for 137 S. Cross Street (5-0)
• Approved after-the-fact accessory structure at 307 N. Lake Road (5-0)
• Approved master sign plan at 1360 Pabst Farms Circle with 50 sq ft sign limit condition (5-0)
• Approved March 2, 2022 minutes with amendment to remove resident's name and revise statement (5-0)

Plan Commission

The Oconomowoc Plan Commission will consider several items, including conditional use permits, certified survey maps for land divisions, and major design review plans. Key decisions include a permit for Wisconsin Harley-Davidson's 2022 outdoor events and design approvals for a residential accessory building and a clinical building.

• Conditional use permit for Wisconsin Harley-Davidson outdoor recreation events at 1280 Blue Ribbon Drive
• Certified survey map for Prairie Creek Ridge Subdivision expansion, dividing one lot into two at SW corner of CTH K & CTH P
• Certified survey map for Pabst Farms Commerce Centre, dividing one lot into three at NW corner of CTH DR & Blue Ribbon Circle North
• Certified survey map for UW Credit Union, dividing one lot into three lots and one outlot at SE corner of Summit Avenue & Pabst Farms Boulevard
• Food truck permit for Just Smokin' Barbecue for 2022 at 861 E. Wisconsin Avenue

The Plan Commission approved all seven agenda items unanimously (7-0), including a conditional use permit for Wisconsin Harley-Davidson to host outdoor events, a food truck permit for Just Smokin' Barbecue, and several certified survey maps for subdivisions. They also approved design review plans for an accessory building and a clinical building, and recommended approval of the March 2, 2022 minutes.

• Approved major design review for accessory building at 307 N. Lake Road with exemption (7-0)
• Recommended certified survey map for Prairie Creek Ridge Subdivision expansion (7-0)
• Recommended certified survey map for Pabst Farms Commerce Centre (7-0)
• Recommended certified survey map for UW Credit Union (7-0)
• Recommended conditional use permit for Wisconsin Harley-Davidson outdoor events (7-0)
• Approved food truck permit for Just Smokin' Barbecue for 2022 (7-0)
• Approved major design review for Oconomowoc Clinical Building (7-0)
• Approved minutes of March 2, 2022 (7-0)

Public Services

The Public Services Committee is reviewing several contract awards, including a multi-million dollar street improvement program and the Oconomowoc Pickleball Complex. The committee is also considering design services for Rockwell Park and a new three-year agreement for refuse and recycling hauling.

• Awarding $417,659 to PLM for the Oconomowoc Pickleball Complex using donated funds
• Awarding $3,010,969.41 to Wolf Paving for the 2022 Street Improvement Program
• Approving $5,200 for additional design services at John & Lavinia Rockwell Park
• Reviewing a 3-year contract with Badgerland Disposal for refuse, recycling, and yard waste
• Removal of Capitol and Bolson Drives from the street construction scope to meet budget

Common Council

The Common Council will consider authorizing the sale of $4,610,000 in general obligation promissory notes and $2,735,000 in community development bonds. The agenda also includes several contract awards for street improvements, refuse hauling, and park services.

• Issuance and sale of $4,610,000 General Obligation Promissory Notes, Series 2022A
• Sale of $2,735,000 General Obligation Community Development Bonds, Series 2022B
• Awarding of the 2022 Street Improvement Program Contract
• Awarding of a 3-year contract for refuse, recycling, and yard waste hauling services
• Release of certain obligations related to the Olympia Fields Tax Increment Agreement

The Common Council approved several resolutions, including issuing $4.61M in promissory notes and $2.735M in community development bonds, awarding contracts for the pickleball complex, Rockwell Park design, street improvements, and a 3-year refuse/recycling hauling contract to John's Disposal with a $5 per unit increase over the lowest bidder. All votes were unanimous (8-0).

• Approved Resolution 22-R3025 authorizing $4,610,000 General Obligation Promissory Notes (8-0)
• Approved Resolution 22-R3026 awarding $2,735,000 General Obligation Community Development Bonds (8-0)
• Awarded Oconomowoc Pickleball Complex contract to PLM (8-0)
• Awarded John & Lavinia Rockwell Park additional design services contract for $5,200 (8-0)
• Awarded 2022 Street Improvement Program contract to Wolf Paving (8-0)
• Awarded 3-year refuse/recycling hauling contract to John's Disposal with $5 per unit increase over lowest bidder (8-0)
• Approved Resolution 22-R3021 authorizing DNR Principal Forgiveness Financial Assistance Agreement (8-0)
• Approved minutes of March 15, 2022 (8-0)

Utility Committee

The Utility Committee will consider recommending Resolution 22-R3021, which authorizes the city to accept a $600,000 DNR grant to fund private lead service line replacements. The grant would provide $3,000 per homeowner, covering up to 200 confirmed lead laterals. The committee will also approve minutes from the January 18, 2022 meeting.

• Resolution 22-R3021: Authorizes execution of DNR Principal Forgiveness Financial Assistance Agreement for $600,000
• Grant provides $3,000 per site for private lead service line replacement, with Ixonia Bank loans covering remaining costs
• City has approximately 900 public and private lead water laterals
• Approve minutes from January 18, 2022 meeting

The Utility Committee approved the minutes from January 18, 2022, and recommended Resolution 22-R3021, which authorizes execution of a Department of Natural Resources Principal Forgiveness Financial Assistance Agreement. Both motions passed unanimously 3-0. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved minutes from January 18, 2022 (3-0)
• Recommended Resolution 22-R3021 authorizing DNR Principal Forgiveness Financial Assistance Agreement (3-0)

Technology Committee

The Oconomowoc Technology Committee will meet to discuss updates on communications companies' cell installations, locations, and upgrades, including a pending application for Dish Wireless to co-locate at a tower on CTH K. They will also review public transparency efforts regarding tower locations and how other communities handle potential harms from 5G installations. The committee will discuss its future, including members' willingness to continue serving and future agenda topics. No formal action is planned; the meeting is informational.

• Dish Wireless application to co-locate at 170' on N67 W36773 CTH K tower
• Pending application to replace two 12' wood poles with steel structure at 965 Cannon Gate Road (Ski Hill #1)
• Discussion on public transparency for cell tower locations, including website inventory and annual report
• Discussion on how communities handle potential harms from 5G installations
• Discussion on future of the committee and member willingness to continue

Western Lakes Fire District’s Fire Board or Commission

The Fire Board met to review financial reports, approve employee benefit changes, and address capital project delays. The board also approved a contract for furnace replacements at Station 6.

• Approved $13,798 for Station 6 apparatus bay furnace replacement from Delux Heating and Air
• Approved resolution 22-001 to carry over $124,288.64 for delayed 2021 capital projects
• Approved changes to Employee Benefits Policy 600.010 regarding vacation and personal time
• Approved $16,298.00 allocated fund balance for the Health Retirement Account
• Approved payment of bills totaling $2,060,711.30

Public Services

The Public Services Committee will consider two resolutions: awarding a $210,000 contract to RB3, Inc. for a landscape supply storage structure, and awarding a $473,000 construction management services contract to Ruekert and Mielke for the 2022 Olympia Fields Phase Two Infrastructure Project. Both items are recommendations to the Common Council.

• Resolution 22-R3016: Award landscape supply storage structure contract to RB3, Inc. for $205,000 base bid plus $5,000 contingency (total $210,000)
• Resolution 22-R3019: Award construction management services for Olympia Fields Phase Two to Ruekert and Mielke for $430,000 plus $43,000 contingency (net $473,000)
• Storage structure will be 26' x 76' with 5 bays, shared by Parks, Public Works, Wastewater, and Utilities
• Olympia Fields Phase Two infrastructure project construction contract previously awarded to Wolf Paving for $5,902,703.00
• Construction management services include inspection, survey, and record drawing for the 20-week project

Utility Committee

The Utility Committee has no items requiring action; the agenda consists solely of routine department reports for review. These include utility volume statistics for electric, water, and wastewater, as well as updates on utility billing, electric projects, and wastewater operations.

• No action items; only informational reports
• Electric sales: 18,420,652 kWh sold in Feb 2022, down 0.7% from Feb 2021
• Water sales: 40,543 thousand gallons sold in Feb 2022, up 1.1% from Feb 2021
• Wastewater: 39,517 thousand gallons treated in Feb 2022, down 0.5% from Feb 2021
• Wastewater WET test failed for Ceriodaphnia dubia, triggering two retests at ~$2,500 each

Common Council

The Common Council will hold a public hearing and consider a rezoning request for two vacant parcels totaling 41.77 acres at the southwest corner of CTH P and CTH K, recently annexed to the city. The request would rezone 20.71 acres to General Commercial and 21.06 acres to Suburban Residential, with plans for future commercial development and continued single-family housing. The council will also vote on several contracts, easements, budget amendments, and a police wage agreement.

• Public hearing and first reading of Ordinance 22-O1030 to rezone 41.77 acres at CTH P and CTH K (tax keys OCOT 0520.999.004 and OCOT 0517.996.005)
• Resolution 22-R3016 awarding landscape supply storage structure contract
• Resolution 22-R3019 awarding construction management services for 2022 Olympia Fields Phase Two infrastructure project
• Resolution 22-R3020 approving amendments to 2021 TIF #7 budget
• 2022-2023 wage re-opener MOU with Wisconsin Professional Police Association (WPPA)

The Common Council approved the rezoning of 41.77 acres at CTH P and CTH K for Prairie Creek Ridge, changing 20.71 acres to General Commercial and 21.06 acres to Suburban Residential, and waived the second reading. It also approved the final plat for Prairie Creek Ridge Addition #5, several easement agreements, budget amendments, and a police wage agreement. A request to divide a lot at North Pole Lane was denied for not meeting city standards.

• Approved rezoning of 41.77 acres to GC and SR for Prairie Creek Ridge (8-0)
• Approved final plat for Prairie Creek Ridge Addition #5 (8-0)
• Denied extraterritorial CSM at W343 N7303 North Pole Lane
• Approved 2022-2023 police wage MOU with WPPA (8-0)
• Approved Resolution 22-R3017 for 2022 budget amendments (8-0)
• Approved Resolution 22-R3020 for TIF #7 budget amendments (8-0)
• Approved Resolution 22-R3016 for landscape supply storage structure contract (8-0)
• Approved Resolution 22-R3019 for Olympia Fields Phase Two construction management (7-0-1)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee is considering recommendations to amend the 2022 budget for continuing appropriations to carry over funds from 2021. The committee is also reviewing a resolution to amend the 2021 Tax Increment Financing District Budget for TIF #7 based on actual activity.

• Resolution 22-R3017: Amendments to the 2022 budget for continuing appropriations
• Resolution 22-R3020: Amendments to the 2021 TIF #7 budget
• $15,000 designation for future Community Center maintenance
• $33,500 designation for street trees via development agreements
• February 2022 Voucher Report review

The Finance Committee unanimously recommended two resolutions: one approving amendments to the 2022 budget for continuing appropriations, and another approving amendments to the 2021 Tax Increment Financing District budget for TIF #7. The committee also approved February vouchers totaling $5,165,360.54. All votes were 3-0.

• Recommended Resolution 22-R3017 approving 2022 budget amendments for continuing appropriations (3-0)
• Recommended Resolution 22-R3020 approving 2021 TIF #7 budget amendments (3-0)
• Approved February vouchers totaling $5,165,360.54 (3-0)

Parks & Recreation Board

The Parks and Recreation Board will meet to consider a 2022 agreement with the Oconomowoc Area Baseball Club — Five O’s and an update to the PRF Recognition Signage Policy regarding tree donations. The board will also discuss the 2030 Bicycle/Pedestrian Plan update.

• 2022 Agreement with Oconomowoc Area Baseball Club — Five O’s
• Update to PRF Recognition Signage Policy (Tree Donations)
• Discussion on 2030 Bicycle/Pedestrian Plan update
• Review of February 2022 vouchers

The Parks and Recreation Board approved the 2022 agreement with the Oconomowoc Area Baseball Club (Five O's), updated the tree donation recognition signage policy to use tags instead of plaques, and approved the February 2022 meeting minutes and vouchers. The board also discussed the 2030 Bicycle/Pedestrian Plan update and received department reports, but took no action on those items.

• Approved February 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved 2022 agreement with Oconomowoc Area Baseball Club – Five O's (unanimous)
• Approved update to PRF Recognition Signage Policy for tree donations (unanimous)
• Approved February 2022 vouchers (unanimous)

Library Board

The Oconomowoc Public Library Board of Trustees will consider approving the 2021 State Annual Report and Statement of System Effectiveness, which were signed by the Board President in February due to the March 1 deadline. The board will also appoint a Nominating Committee to prepare a slate of officers for the May election. The agenda includes routine items like minutes, finance reports, and vouchers for payment.

• Approve 2021 State Annual Report and Statement of System Effectiveness (signed by President Diane Knutson)
• Appoint Nominating Committee for officer elections (President, Vice President, Secretary)
• January 2022 vouchers totaling $17,531.30 approved at previous meeting
• Carryover requests approved: $2,000-$2,500 for public toilets, $1,200 for bay window glass, $1,598.29 for collection signs
• Library closed March 18 for RFID tagging; magazine giveaway March 19-20

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing and vote on a variance request by Mark & Annika Triller to build a two-car garage addition at 406 Greenland Ave. The request seeks to reduce the required front and rear setbacks by 5.5 and 7 feet, respectively. Planning staff recommends approval with conditions.

• Variance request for 5.5-foot front setback reduction and 7-foot rear setback reduction at 406 Greenland Ave
• Proposed garage addition would be 14.5 feet from front property line and 13 feet from rear property line
• Staff recommends approval with conditions, including removing existing driveway and installing two garage doors
• Public hearing scheduled for 6:00 PM at City Hall Council Chambers

The Zoning Board of Appeals approved a variance request by Mark and Annika Triller to build a two-car garage addition at 406 Greenland Ave, allowing a 5.5-foot front setback encroachment and a 7-foot rear setback encroachment. The approval was granted with three conditions: removal of the existing driveway to Greenland Ave within 12 months of the occupancy permit, use of two individual garage doors with decorative windows, and a prohibition on cars overhanging onto Dixie Place. The motion carried 5-0.

• Approved variance for 406 Greenland Ave addition (5-0) with conditions
• Condition: Remove existing driveway to Greenland Ave within 12 months of occupancy permit
• Condition: Garage doors must be two individual doors with decorative windows
• Condition: Cars parked on driveway shall not overhang onto Dixie Place
• Approved minutes of November 10, 2021 (5-0)

Western Lakes Fire District’s Fire Board or Commission

The Oconomowoc Common Council and Western Lakes Fire District are holding a joint special meeting to discuss options for district staffing and funding, review a community survey, and consider updates to the intermunicipal agreement. No final decisions are listed on the agenda; the items are for presentation and discussion.

• Presentation/discussion on options assessment of district staffing and funding
• Presentation/discussion on community survey
• Discussion on intermunicipal agreement updates

Architectural Commission & Historic Preservation Commission

The Architectural Commission will consider a master sign plan for 1360 Pabst Farms Circle, a facade update for Chili's Restaurant at 1229 Corporate Center Drive, and a facade update for Sendik's Food Market/Unisource Center at 1408 Summit Avenue. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and staff/commissioner reports.

• Master sign plan at 1360 Pabst Farms Circle with proposed 50 SF sign limit per tenant
• Chili's Restaurant facade repaint with earth tones and black metal awnings at 1229 Corporate Center Drive
• Sendik's Food Market facade update at 1408 Summit Avenue with new materials and colors
• Approval of February 2, 2022 meeting minutes

Plan Commission

The Oconomowoc Plan Commission will consider rezoning 41.77 acres of recently annexed land at the southwest corner of CTH P and CTH K from Urban Reserve to General Commercial and Suburban Residential. The body will also review final subdivision plats for Prairie Creek Ridge Addition #5 and Olympia Fields, along with major design plans for Sendik's at 1408 Summit Avenue. These items are recommendations to the Common Council, which retains final decision-making authority.

• Ordinance 22-O1030: Rezoning 20.71 acres to General Commercial and 21.06 acres to Suburban Residential (tax keys OCOT 0520.999.004 & OCOT 0517.996.005)
• Final subdivision plat for Prairie Creek Ridge Addition #5 on the south side of Whalen Drive
• Major design review plans for Sendik's at 1408 Summit Avenue
• Condominium plat for Olympia Fields creating five units at 1408 Summit Avenue
• Certified survey map dividing two lots into three at 1408 and 1414 Summit Avenue

The Plan Commission recommended approval of Ordinance 22-O1030 to rezone 20.71 acres from Urban Reserve to General Commercial and 21.06 acres from Urban Reserve to Suburban Residential. It also recommended approval of the final subdivision plat for Prairie Creek Ridge Addition #5, creating 24 single-family lots and 1 outlot. The commission recommended taking no action on an extraterritorial certified survey map, which would allow it to be considered approved. It also recommended approval of the Olympia Fields certified survey map and condominium plat, and approved major design review plans for a Sendik's grocery store.

• Recommended approval of Ordinance 22-O1030 to rezone 20.71 acres to General Commercial and 21.06 acres to Suburban Residential (5-0)
• Recommended approval of final subdivision plat for Prairie Creek Ridge Addition #5, creating 24 single-family lots and 1 outlot (5-0)
• Recommended no action on extraterritorial certified survey map at W343 N7303 North Pole Lane, allowing it to be considered approved (5-0)
• Recommended approval of certified survey map for Olympia Fields at 1408 and 1414 Summit Avenue (6-0)
• Recommended approval of condominium plat for Olympia Fields Condominium at 1408 Summit Avenue (6-0)
• Approved major design review plans for Sendik's at 1408 Summit Avenue (6-0)

Common Council

The Common Council will consider several financial resolutions, including selling $4.61 million in general obligation promissory notes and authorizing $2.735 million in bonds for community development projects in Tax Incremental District No. 7. They will also act on a developer's agreement for Arrowood Subdivision Phase One, grant liquor licenses to Ginger Ovens LLC, and handle consent agenda items like right-of-way dedication for Commerce Street.

• Resolution 22-R3012: Sale of $4,610,000 General Obligation Promissory Notes, Series 2022A
• Resolution 22-R3013: Authorizing $2,735,000 General Obligation Bonds for TID No. 7 community development projects
• Resolution 22-R3015: Sale of $2,735,000 General Obligation Community Development Bonds, Series 2022B
• Resolution 22-R3011: New Class 'B' Fermented Malt Beverage and 'Class C' Wine Licenses to Ginger Ovens LLC
• Developer's Agreement for Arrowood Subdivision Phase One

The Common Council approved several financial resolutions, including the sale of $4,610,000 General Obligation Promissory Notes (Series 2022A) and $2,735,000 General Obligation Community Development Bonds (Series 2022B) for Tax Incremental District No. 7. It also approved a developer's agreement for Arrowood Subdivision Phase One (14 lots) and granted new liquor licenses to Ginger Ovens LLC. All votes were unanimous (8-0).

• Approved Resolution 22-R3011 granting Class 'B' and 'C' liquor licenses to Ginger Ovens LLC (8-0)
• Adopted Resolution 22-R3012 for sale of $4,610,000 General Obligation Promissory Notes, Series 2022A (8-0)
• Adopted Resolution 22-R3013 authorizing $2,735,000 General Obligation Bonds for TID No. 7 projects (8-0)
• Adopted Resolution 22-R3014 directing publication of notice to electors on bond issue (8-0)
• Adopted Resolution 22-R3015 for sale of $2,735,000 General Obligation Community Development Bonds, Series 2022B (8-0)
• Approved Developer's Agreement for Arrowood Subdivision Phase One (14 lots) (8-0)
• Approved consent agenda including right-of-way dedication and letter of credit release (8-0)

Protection and Welfare Committee

The Protection and Welfare Committee will consider recommending Resolution 22-R3011 to the Common Council. This resolution would grant new Class "B" fermented malt beverage and Class "C" wine licenses to Ginger Ovens, LLC for the property at 219 E. Pleasant Street.

• Resolution 22-R3011: Granting new Class 'B' and 'Class C' licenses to Ginger Ovens, LLC
• Prorated license fee of $67.00 for the remainder of the year

The Protection and Welfare Committee voted 3-0 to recommend Resolution 22-R3011, which would grant new Class 'B' fermented malt beverage and Class 'C' wine licenses to Ginger Ovens, LLC. The recommendation will go to the full council for final approval. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Recommended Resolution 22-R3011 for new Class 'B' and 'C' licenses to Ginger Ovens, LLC (3-0)

Western Lakes Fire District’s Fire Board or Commission

The Western Lakes Fire District Fire Board will meet to discuss and take action on several financial and policy items, including a 2021 funding carryover resolution, allocated fund balance, employee benefits policy, intern repayment agreement, and Station 6 furnace replacement. The consent agenda includes payment of bills totaling $2,060,711.30, which covers a $1,482,936.00 payment for a new platform ladder truck. The meeting is open to the public and will be held at Station #2 in Dousman.

• Consent agenda includes payment of bills totaling $2,060,711.30, including $1,482,936.00 to Reliant Fire Apparatus for a platform ladder truck
• Discussion/Action on 2021 Funding Carryover Resolution
• Discussion/Action on Allocated Fund Balance
• Discussion/Action on Employee Benefits Policy
• Discussion/Action on Station 6 Furnace Replacement

The Western Lakes Fire Board approved a resolution to carry over $124,288.64 in 2021 funds for capital projects delayed by supply chain issues, including ambulance expenses, station repairs, and IT upgrades. The board also approved an allocated fund balance of $16,298 for employee health retirement accounts, adopted changes to the employee benefits policy, and approved a $13,798 furnace replacement at Station 6. An intern repayment agreement was tabled for revisions. All votes were unanimous unless noted.

• Approved resolution 22-001 carrying over $124,288.64 for delayed 2021 capital projects
• Approved allocated fund balance of $16,298 for employee health retirement accounts
• Approved Employee Benefits Policy 600.010 with changes
• Tabled intern repayment agreement for staff to bring revised draft
• Approved $13,798 furnace replacement at Station 6 from Delux Heating and Air

Utility Committee

The Oconomowoc Utility Committee is meeting with no items requiring action or review. The agenda consists solely of routine department reports, including utility volume statistics and operational summaries for electric, water, and wastewater services. No decisions or proposals are scheduled.

• Electric sales up 0.7% year-to-date; residential sales down 1.6%
• Water sales up 5.9% year-to-date; commercial up 18.4%
• Wastewater treated up 5.8% year-to-date
• Completed projects: Jiffy Lube service, 2400V teardowns on South St and Armour Rd
• Lateral repair at 740 Westover on Feb 4, 2022

Common Council

The Common Council will host public hearings regarding a rezoning request for 515 S. Westover Street and updates to the 2030 Park & Open Space Plan. The agenda also includes reviewing utility easements, construction agreements, and potential shared parking with the school district.

• Public hearing for rezoning .227 acres at 515 S. Westover Street to residential
• Public hearing to incorporate 2030 Park & Open Space Plan into land use plan
• Construction easement agreement with Target Corporation
• Construction easement agreement for 3831 Southwood Drive
• Review of budget amendment for 4th Quarter 2021 grants and donations

The Common Council approved a $5,366,094.17 construction contract for Olympia Fields Phase Two, adopted several ordinances including rezoning at 515 S. Westover Street and annexation of Robert Miller lands, and approved agreements with the school district and pickleball club. All votes were 7-0.

• Approved $5,366,094.17 Olympia Fields Phase Two construction contract to Wolf Paving Co. (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 22-O1027 rezoning 515 S. Westover St to Traditional Residential (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 22-O1028 annexing Robert Miller lands (7-0)
• Gave first reading to Ordinance 22-O1029 amending Comprehensive Land Use Plan with 2030 Park & Open Space Plan (7-0)
• Approved Fowler Oaks Condominium Plat at 560-562 E. Lisbon Rd (7-0)
• Approved CSM to combine properties at 645 E. Anderson St (7-0)
• Approved Shared Use Parking Lot Agreement with Oconomowoc Area School District (7-0)
• Approved amended Lake Country Pickleball Club Use Agreement (7-0)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will discuss and provide direction on a conceptual plan for a splashpad at Roosevelt Park, proposed to be named the Oconomowoc Rotary Splashpad. The Parks & Recreation Board unanimously approved the concept on February 7, 2022. No formal action will be taken at this meeting.

• Discussion on conceptual Oconomowoc Rotary Splashpad plans at Roosevelt Park
• Proposed location: NW of Imagination Station, within Trailhead 'Circle' area
• Estimated construction cost: $300,000; annual utility costs: $15,000
• Community group plans to privately fundraise construction costs
• City has $5,000 placeholder in 2024 Long-Term Financial Plan

The Committee of the Whole discussed a proposed Oconomowoc Rotary Splashpad at Roosevelt Park. The estimated construction cost is $300,000, with annual operating costs of about $15,000. The committee reached consensus to approve the project if the Rotary fundraises the full construction cost, with the City covering maintenance. No formal vote was taken; the item was only discussed.

• Discussed conceptual plans for a splashpad at Roosevelt Park.
• Consensus: City would approve project if construction is fully privately funded.
• Consensus: City would fund annual maintenance costs.
• Noted concern about not cutting existing budget items to cover maintenance.
• No formal action taken; item was discussion only.

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will consider approving budget amendments for fourth-quarter 2021 grants and donations totaling $105,431, including funds for police body cameras, park improvements, and traffic safety. They will also review the January 2022 voucher report and discuss committee structure, the 2022 budget calendar, and future agenda items.

• $62,819 in donations for police body-worn cameras
• $17,048 traffic grant from Village of Summit
• $6,966 for Champion Fields scoreboards
• $4,348 for Roosevelt Park shelter
• $21,500 for special event barricades

The Finance Committee recommended a budget amendment for 4th Quarter 2021 grants and donations received (10/1/21-12/31/21) and approved January 2022 vouchers totaling $5,773,420.21. Both motions carried 3-0-0. The committee also discussed meeting structure, favoring quarterly or three-times-a-year meetings, and requested changes to the 2022 budget calendar, including showing salary splits as totals and holding the public hearing and budget adoption on the same night.

• Recommended budget amendment for 4th Quarter 2021 grants and donations (10/1/21-12/31/21) — motion carried 3-0-0
• Approved January 2022 vouchers in the amount of $5,773,420.21 — motion carried 3-0-0
• Adjourned meeting at 5:17 PM — motion carried 3-0-0

Library Board

The Oconomowoc Public Library Board of Trustees will consider authorizing the board president to sign the state annual report and approve carryover requests totaling $5,298.30 for 2021 projects, including replacing public toilets, repairing bay window glass, and purchasing collection signs. The board will also receive routine reports on finances, statistics, and library operations.

• Consider/act on authorizing Library Board President to sign State Annual Report and Statement of System Effectiveness
• Consider/act on approving carryover requests: $2,500 for public toilet replacement, $1,200 for bay window glass repair, $1,598.29 for collection signs
• Approve December 2021 vouchers totaling $28,273.39 (from January minutes)
• Review January 2022 financial report showing $1,252,446 total budget
• Discuss library director's report on theft incidents and hidden books

Western Lakes Fire District’s Fire Board or Commission

The Western Lakes Fire District's Fire Commission is meeting to approve minutes, receive district updates, and discuss a full-time firefighter/paramedic eligibility list. The commission will also enter closed session to consider employment, promotion, compensation, or performance evaluations of part-time and full-time employees, as permitted by Wisconsin state statute.

• Approval of minutes from June 23, 2021 meeting
• Discussion/action on full-time firefighter/paramedic eligibility list
• Closed session for employee employment, promotion, compensation, or performance evaluations

Parks & Recreation Board

The Parks & Recreation Board is reviewing the Community Center's January 2022 report, which highlights 2021 usage numbers and ongoing rentals. The report notes 10,514 event guests, election turnout, and continued church and corporate rentals. No formal decisions or votes are listed on the agenda.

• 10,514 guests attended events at the Community Center in 2021
• 441 voters in February 2021 election and 1,075 in April 2021 election
• Bridge Church continues Sunday services at the center into 2022
• Seventh Day Adventist Church offering Spanish-language Bible study on select Thursdays
• Shorewest Realtors used upstairs rooms for 8 days of re-certification classes

The board conceptually approved constructing a Splashpad at Roosevelt Park, named the 'Oconomowoc Rotary Splashpad', with Rotary committing $100,000 toward the projected $300,000 cost. It also approved the Lake Country Pickleball Club City Use Agreement and the OASD shared parking lot agreement with Meadow View School. The January 2022 meeting minutes and vouchers were approved. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved Lake Country Pickleball Club City Use Agreement (unanimous)
• Approved OASD – City Shared Parking Lot Agreement for Meadow View School (unanimous)
• Conceptually approved constructing Splashpad at Roosevelt Park, named 'Oconomowoc Rotary Splashpad' (unanimous)
• Approved January 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved January 2022 vouchers (unanimous)

Architectural Commission & Historic Preservation Commission

The Architectural Commission will consider approving building expansion plans for St. Matthew's Church and School, a master sign plan for Blue Ribbon Baseball Stadium, and building plans for city landscape supply storage bins. They will also discuss design plans for new public restrooms at Village Green. The meeting includes approval of prior minutes and staff reports.

• St. Matthew's Church and School expansion: ~40,150 SF (worship and classrooms) at 1650 Brown Street
• Blue Ribbon Baseball Stadium master sign plan at 1011 Blue Ribbon Circle N, with red/white/blue channel letters
• City landscape supply storage bins at 329 W. Jefferson Street
• Village Green restrooms discussion at 104 E. Wisconsin Avenue
• Approval of December 8, 2021 minutes

The Architectural Commission approved building expansion plans for St. Matthew's Church and School at 1650 Brown Street, subject to design changes on the east and north elevations. It also approved a master sign plan for the Blue Ribbon Baseball Stadium at 1011 Blue Ribbon Circle N, with modifications to sign zones and colors. Building plans for landscape supply storage bins at 329 W. Jefferson Street were approved. The commission discussed but did not vote on restroom building plans for the Village Green at 104 E. Wisconsin Avenue.

• Approved St. Matthew's Church and School expansion at 1650 Brown Street, with design changes (5-0)
• Approved Blue Ribbon Baseball Stadium master sign plan at 1011 Blue Ribbon Circle N, with modifications (5-0)
• Approved landscape supply storage bins at 329 W. Jefferson Street (5-0)
• Approved December 8, 2021 minutes (5-0)
• Discussed Village Green restroom plans at 104 E. Wisconsin Avenue; no action taken

Plan Commission

The Oconomowoc Plan Commission will hold a public hearing and consider several items, including amending the Comprehensive Land Use Plan to incorporate the 2030 Park & Open Space Plan, a condominium plat, a major design review for St. Matthew's Church and School additions, a certified survey map, a rezoning, and an annexation. The commission will also review planning department correspondence and the annual development report.

• Public hearing on amending Comprehensive Land Use Plan 2050 to incorporate 2030 Park & Open Space Plan
• Major Design Review for St. Matthew's Church and School additions at 1650 Brown Street (40,150 sq ft expansion)
• Rezoning of residential lot at 515 S. Westover Street (Ordinance 22-O1027)
• Annexation of Robert Miller Lands, parcels OCOT 0517.996.005 & OCOT 0520.999.004 (Ordinance 22-O1028)
• Fowler Oaks Condominium Plat at 560-562 E. Lisbon Road

The Plan Commission unanimously approved a resolution to amend the city's Comprehensive Land Use Plan by incorporating the updated 2030 Park and Open Space Plan, which guides future park improvements and land acquisition. The commission also recommended approval of several items to the City Council, including a condominium plat, a certified survey map, a rezoning, and an annexation. All votes were 7-0.

• Approved Resolution 22-R3010 to incorporate the 2030 Park and Open Space Plan into the Comprehensive Land Use Plan (7-0)
• Recommended approval of Fowler Oaks Condominium Plat at 560-562 E. Lisbon Road (7-0)
• Approved Major Design Review Plans for St. Matthew's Church and School additions at 1650 Brown Street (7-0)
• Recommended approval of Certified Survey Map to combine properties at 645 Anderson Street (7-0)
• Recommended approval of rezoning at 515 S. Westover Street from General Commercial to Traditional Residential (7-0)
• Recommended approval of annexation of Robert Miller parcels into the city (7-0)

Common Council

The Common Council will hold the second reading of Ordinance 21-O1024 to create a Planned Development Overlay with General Commercial zoning for the Olympia Fields development at 1408-1414 Summit Ave, 1350-1375 Royale Mile Rd, and 1520 Unity Drive. The council will also decide whether to grant a new Class B liquor license to Ginger Ovens LLC at 219 E. Pleasant St, despite a staff recommendation against it. Additionally, the council will consider authorizing participation in a DNR grant program for Peacock Dam maintenance.

• Second reading of Ordinance 21-O1024 creating Planned Development Overlay (PD-4-21) for Olympia Fields commercial development
• Resolution 22-R3009 to grant new Class B intoxicating liquor/fermented malt beverage license to Ginger Ovens LLC at 219 E. Pleasant St
• Resolution 22-R3007 authorizing participation in DNR Municipal Dam Grant Program for Peacock Dam maintenance
• Staff report on Lake Country Municipal Court update

The Common Council denied a Class B liquor license for Ginger Ovens LLC, citing that the business did not meet the highest and best use for a full-service restaurant or bar. The Council also approved the second reading of Ordinance 21-O1024 for the Olympia Fields Planned Development with amendments, including a 65-foot height limit for buildings north of the mixed-use buildings, removal of medical office/hotel language, and stepbacks. A motion to require Pleasant Street-style stepbacks failed on a tie vote. The Council also authorized participation in a DNR grant program for Peacock Dam maintenance.

• Denied Class B liquor license for Ginger Ovens LLC (8-0)
• Approved amendment to Olympia Fields PD allowing 65' height for north buildings, removing medical/hotel language, requiring 5' stepbacks (6-0-2)
• Failed amendment to require Pleasant Street stepbacks with 50' height (4-0-5, mayor broke tie)
• Approved amendment adding safety barriers on Summit Ave terraced area (8-0)
• Approved second reading of Ordinance 21-O1024 with amendments (6-0-2)
• Adopted Resolution 22-R3007 authorizing DNR grant participation for Peacock Dam maintenance (8-0)

Protection and Welfare Committee

The Protection and Welfare Committee will consider whether to recommend granting a new 2021-2022 Class B intoxicating liquor/fermented malt beverage license to Ginger Ovens LLC for a property at 219 E. Pleasant Street. The City Clerk's memo notes the applicant meets statutory requirements but does not meet the 'best and highest use' criteria, and the committee may recommend approval or denial. The license would expire June 30, 2022, with a prorated fee of $200.

• Resolution 22-R3009 to grant Class B license to Ginger Ovens LLC, agent Jonathan Sandor, at 219 E. Pleasant St.
• License fee prorated at $200, expiring June 30, 2022.
• Applicant has 25 indoor and 12 outdoor seats, alcohol served at counter.
• City has two regular ($600) and seven reserve ($10,000) Class B licenses available.
• Committee may recommend approval or denial based on best and highest use criteria.

The Protection and Welfare Committee voted to forward Resolution 22-R3009, granting a new 2021-2022 'Class B' intoxicating liquor/fermented malt beverage license to Ginger Ovens LLC, to the City Council without a recommendation. The motion was made by Alderman Ellis and seconded by Chairman Rosek, and carried 2-0. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Forwarded Resolution 22-R3009 for Ginger Ovens LLC liquor license to Council without recommendation (2-0)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole met to discuss the exterior aesthetics and floor plan for new restrooms and seating at the Village Green. The Parks, Recreation & Forestry Department presented a design intended to complement downtown architecture near the Etc. Building.

• Preliminary design discussion for Village Green restrooms and permanent seating
• Review of floor plans including four toilet fixtures and two sinks per gender
• Discussion regarding exterior aesthetics for the area adjacent to 118 E. Wisconsin Avenue

The Committee of the Whole reviewed preliminary design renderings for the Village Green restroom project. Members raised concerns about walkway congestion, overhang encroachment, rooftop screening, seating area necessity, furniture anchoring, restroom size, lake view obstruction, and property setback. No formal decision was made; staff will consider the comments as design work continues.

• Discussed Village Green restroom preliminary design; no action taken
• Directed staff to consider comments on design, including size, placement, and setback

Western Lakes Fire District’s Fire Board or Commission

The Western Lakes Fire District Fire Board will meet to discuss sustainable staffing and funding, consider the 2022 insurance renewal, and hold a closed session to negotiate contract service agreements with other municipalities. The board will also receive reports from the fire chief and assistant chiefs, hear a presentation on the WLFD Explorers/Cadets program, and tour Station #5. Consent agenda items include approval of December minutes, payment of bills, and ambulance and highway refunds.

• Discussion on sustainable staffing and funding update
• Discussion/action on 2022 insurance renewal
• Closed session for contract service agreements with other municipalities
• Presentation on WLFD Explorers/Cadets program
• Tour of Station #5 in Okauchee

The Western Lakes Fire Board approved the 2022 insurance proposal from R&R Insurance, effective March 2, 2022, and accepted the consent agenda including December 2021 minutes and bill payments. The board also received reports on a 16% increase in 2021 call volume, FEMA grant submissions, and an update on sustainable staffing and funding efforts. No other substantive decisions were made; the board entered closed session to discuss contract service agreements with other municipalities.

• Approved consent agenda including December 15, 2021 minutes and $661,058.23 in bills (motion carried)
• Approved 2022 insurance proposal from R&R Insurance effective March 2, 2022 (motion carried)
• Convened into closed session by unanimous roll-call vote to discuss contract service agreements

Personnel Committee

The Personnel Committee will consider and possibly recommend staffing changes for the Police Department, including converting former dispatcher positions to Police Support Specialists, expanding the Evidence and Property Custodian role to full-time, and updating the Police Administrative Assistant job description. These changes are tied to the transition of dispatch services to Waukesha County Communications, scheduled for completion by end of March 2022. The committee's recommendation would go to the Common Council for approval.

• Create 5 full-time and 3 part-time Police Support Specialist positions (Grade 6, $21.50-$27.65/hr)
• Change Evidence and Property Custodian from part-time to full-time (Grade 6)
• Update Police Administrative Assistant job description (Grade 7) with added duties
• Dispatch services transitioning to Waukesha County Communications by end of March 2022
• Staffing analysis shows 5 full-time clerks needed for 24/7 lobby coverage

The Personnel Committee recommended staffing changes for the Police Department, converting dispatcher positions to clerical roles to keep the lobby open 24/7 and provide officer protection. The motion carried 2-0-0. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Recommended police staffing changes (dispatcher to clerical) (2-0)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee is meeting to review the December 2021 voucher report, which lists payments made by the city. The agenda is mostly procedural, with the main item being approval of the voucher report. No other substantive decisions are listed.

• Voucher report for December 2021 includes payments to vendors such as AT&T, Ace Hardware, and Border States Electric Supply
• Payments include $53,367.94 for three-phase transformers, $17,963.52 for gasoline, and $13,297.28 for OWPP annual rent payment
• Multiple property tax refunds and utility account refunds are listed
• Payment to Applied Technologies Inc. for $1,500 for risk and resilience assessment
• Payment to Craig D Childs PhD S.C. for $500 for new hire evaluation

The Finance Committee approved the December 2021 voucher report totaling $4,526,790.48. The committee also requested that future voucher reports be split by department. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved December 2021 vouchers totaling $4,526,790.48 (2-0)
• Requested future voucher reports be split by department

Common Council

The Oconomowoc Common Council holds a public hearing and takes first reading on an ordinance to create a Planned Development Overlay District for the Olympia Fields project. The proposal involves rezoning 46.30 acres at 1408-1414 Summit Avenue, 1520 Unity Drive, and 1350-1375 Royale Mile Road to allow for approximately 20 commercial buildings and a potential mixed-use structure. The council also considers police staffing changes, utility contracts, and annexation petitions.

• Public hearing on rezoning 46.30 acres for Olympia Fields mixed-use development
• First reading of Ordinance 21-O1024 creating Planned Development Overlay District (PD-4-21)
• Consideration of Resolution 22-R3004 for Twenty-Year Electric Distribution Plan contract
• Consideration of Resolution 22-R3005 for Well No.8 Pumping Station design and construction services
• Consideration of Resolution 22-R3001 for direct annexation of Robert Miller Lands on CTH K

The Common Council approved the first reading of Ordinance 21-O1024 creating a Planned Development Overlay District for the Olympia Fields commercial development, with amendments capping building heights at 65 feet plus 10 feet for architectural elements. The council also approved several resolutions, including contracts for electric distribution planning and well pumping station design, and accepted a direct annexation petition for the Robert Miller lands.

• Approved first reading of Ordinance 21-O1024 for Olympia Fields PD overlay (6-0-1)
• Amended ordinance to cap building heights at 65 ft + 10 ft architectural elements (7-0)
• Rejected amendment to require safety elements at zero setback (3-0-4)
• Approved Resolution 22-R3004 for electric distribution plan contract (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 22-R3005 for Well No. 8 pumping station design services (7-0)
• Approved extraterritorial preliminary plat for Snyder Farm Subdivision (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution 22-R3001 for direct annexation of Robert Miller lands (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 22-R3006 supporting WEDC Idle Sites Grant for Olympia Fields (7-0)

Utility Committee

The Utility Committee will consider recommending two contract awards to the Common Council: a $173,880 amendment to Strand Associates for design modifications and construction administration of the Well No. 8 Pumping Station, and a $74,580 contract to EPS Engineering and Design for a Twenty-Year Electric Distribution Plan. The committee will also review monthly utility billing, electric, water, and wastewater reports. Minutes from December 7, 2021 and January 4, 2022 will be approved.

• Contract amendment for Well No. 8 Pumping Station: $165,600 plus 5% contingency ($8,280), total $173,880 to Strand Associates
• Contract for Twenty-Year Electric Distribution Plan: $67,800 plus 10% contingency ($6,780), total $74,580 to EPS Engineering and Design
• Approval of minutes from December 7, 2021 and January 4, 2022
• Review of January 2022 utility billing, electric, water, and wastewater reports

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will discuss library policies and statutory authority following a question raised at a December 2021 Common Council meeting about a book's location. The discussion will cover the Library's Collection Development Policy, the reconsideration procedure, and a City Attorney's memo on the Library Board's independent authority. No formal action will be taken; it is discussion only.

• Discussion on Library Policies and Statutory Authority
• Review of Collection Development Policy (adopted 6/24/2009, revised 11/12/2020)
• Review of Request for Reconsideration Procedure
• City Attorney memo on Library Board authority under Wis. Stat. §43.58

The Committee of the Whole met to discuss library policies and statutory authority, focusing on concerns about book placement and promotion. No formal decisions were made; the discussion was informational, and a future meeting with the Library Director and Library Board was proposed.

• Discussed library policies and statutory authority (no vote)
• Agreed to coordinate a meeting with Library Director and Library Board (no formal action)

Parks & Recreation Board

The Oconomowoc Parks & Recreation Board will consider and act on several items, including the 2030 Park & Open Space Plan, a use agreement with the Lake Country Pickleball Club, and dates for Moonlit Movies and Badgerland Ski Team events. The board will also discuss potential improvements to NE Regional Park versus Champion Fields. The agenda includes routine items like approving minutes and vouchers.

• Consider/act on 2030 Park & Open Space Plan
• Consider/act on Use Agreement with Lake Country Pickleball Club
• Consider/act on Moonlit Movies, Ltd dates at Fowler Park (June 16, July 14, Aug 11)
• Consider/act on Badgerland Ski Team dates on Fowler Lake (7 shows)
• Discussion regarding NE Regional Park and Champion Fields

The Parks and Recreation Board approved the 2030 Park & Open Space Plan, which will now go to the Plan Commission and Common Council for final approval. The board also approved annual dates for Moonlit Movies and Badgerland Ski Show, and tabled the Lake Country Pickleball Club use agreement for further clarification. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved 2030 Park & Open Space Plan (unanimous)
• Approved Moonlit Movies, Ltd dates at Fowler Park (unanimous)
• Approved Badgerland Ski Show dates on Fowler Lake (unanimous)
• Tabled Lake Country Pickleball Club use agreement until Feb. 7 meeting
• Approved December 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved December 2021 vouchers (unanimous)

Plan Commission

The Oconomowoc Plan Commission will consider four food truck applications for calendar year 2022 at various locations, and will review the extraterritorial preliminary plat for the Snyder Farm Subdivision in the Town of Oconomowoc. The meeting also includes approval of previous minutes and planning department correspondence.

• Food truck application for Taqueria Doblado at 212 E. Wisconsin Avenue
• Food truck application for Gabriel's Taqueria at 212 E. Wisconsin Avenue and 1670 Old Schoolhouse Road
• Food truck application for May The Pork Be With You at 900 E. Wisconsin Avenue
• Extraterritorial preliminary plat for Snyder Farm Subdivision at W359 N6280 Brown Street, Town of Oconomowoc

The Oconomowoc Plan Commission unanimously approved four food truck permits for calendar year 2022, each with specific conditions. It also recommended approval of the Snyder Farm Subdivision preliminary plat to the City Council. The meeting was procedural and all motions passed 7-0.

• Approved Taqueria Doblado food truck permit at 212 E. Wisconsin Ave (7-0)
• Approved Gabriel's Taqueria food truck permit at 212 E. Wisconsin Ave (7-0)
• Approved Gabriel's Taqueria food truck permit at 1670 Old Schoolhouse Rd (7-0)
• Approved May The Pork Be With You food truck permit at 900 E. Wisconsin Ave (7-0)
• Recommended approval of Snyder Farm Subdivision preliminary plat (77 lots) to Council (7-0)
• Approved minutes of December 8, 2021 (7-0)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will consider a resolution to amend the fleet budget for 2022 and 2023 plow truck purchases. The amendment addresses increased costs and supply chain delays, with options to buy one truck in 2022 or pre-order two additional trucks for 2023. Staff recommends using fleet reserves for the 2022 purchase and an advance from the WWTP fund for 2023 purchases.

• Resolution 22-R3003 approving fleet budget amendment for 2022 and 2023 plow truck purchases
• 2022 plow truck cost increase of $31,800 over budget, funded by Fleet Reserves
• Quotes for 2022 truck: Wausau Equipment $271,800 (2022 delivery), others $251,299–$285,939 (2023 delivery)
• Two 2023 trucks (2004 and 2006 Sterling) to be replaced; Sterling out of business, parts hard to find
• Option 2 includes pre-ordering two 2023 trucks with estimated cost increases of $19,528 and $31,800

The Finance Committee voted 3-0 to recommend Resolution 22-R3003, which approves the purchase of a 2022 plow truck from Wausau at an increased price of $271,800, a fleet budget amendment of $31,800, and pre-ordering two 2023 plow trucks as outlined in Option 2. The recommendation will go to the full council for final approval.

• Recommended Resolution 22-R3003 approving 2022 plow truck purchase at $271,800 (3-0)
• Recommended fleet budget amendment of $31,800 (3-0)
• Recommended pre-ordering two 2023 plow trucks per Option 2 (3-0)

Utility Committee

The Utility Committee is considering a resolution to award an engineering design services contract to Ruekert & Mielke for the Northeast Regional Park Lift Station/Park Restrooms/Pavilion. The contract is for a not-to-exceed amount of $65,000 plus a 10% contingency of $6,500, totaling $71,500. The lift station is needed to serve new development by Prairie Creek Ridge LLC and must be operational by late fall 2022.

• Resolution 22-R3002: Award engineering design services contract to Ruekert & Mielke for $65,000 (plus $6,500 contingency)
• Lift station/restrooms/pavilion to be designed similar to Oerding Park
• Project serves area from Highway 67 to County Highway K and County Highway P
• Construction cost estimated at $1,308,000; design and bidding $65,000; construction services $83,000
• Costs to be assessed to landowners in the service area

The Utility Committee voted 3-0 to recommend Resolution 22-R3002, which awards an engineering design services contract for the NE Regional Park Lift Station, Park Restrooms, and Pavilion. The recommendation includes the Concession Stand as an alternate design. The motion was made by Alderman Rosek and seconded by Alderman Ellis.

• Recommended Resolution 22-R3002 awarding engineering design services contract for NE Regional Park Lift Station/Park Restrooms/Pavilion (3-0)
• Included Concession Stand as an alternate design in the contract recommendation

Common Council

The Common Council will consider two resolutions: one to amend the fleet budget for plow truck purchases in 2022 and 2023, and another to award an engineering design contract for the Northeast Regional Park lift station and restrooms. They will also discuss a local primary election and an appraisal issue. The agenda includes standard items like minutes approval and citizen comments.

• Resolution 22-R3003: Approve fleet budget amendment for 2022 and 2023 plow truck purchases, with options costing $31,800 extra for 2022 and additional amounts for 2023
• Resolution 22-R3002: Award engineering design services contract to Ruekert & Mielke for Northeast Regional Park lift station/restrooms/pavilion, not to exceed $65,000 plus $6,500 contingency
• Consider/act on Local Primary Election for February 15, 2022
• Update/Discussion on Accurate Appraisal Assessment Issue of a Single Parcel

The Common Council approved Resolution 22-R3003 to purchase a 2022 plow truck from Wausau at $271,800, amend the fleet budget by $31,800, and pre-order two 2023 plow trucks. They also awarded an engineering design services contract for the Northeast Regional Park lift station, restrooms, and pavilion. No action was taken on the February 15 primary election because candidate filings did not exceed two per office. The council discussed a property assessment error that caused a $48K city budget shortfall, with Accurate Appraisal taking responsibility and discussions ongoing.

• Adopted Resolution 22-R3003 approving $271,800 plow truck purchase and $31,800 fleet budget amendment (8-0)
• Adopted Resolution 22-R3002 awarding engineering design contract for Northeast Regional Park lift station/restrooms/pavilion (8-0)
• Approved minutes of December 21, 2021 (8-0)
• No action on February 15 primary election due to insufficient candidate filings

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will meet to gather information on subjects requiring future decision-making. The agenda includes a closed session to confer with legal counsel regarding a lawsuit filed by Utility Districts.

• Closed session regarding litigation strategy for a lawsuit filed by Utility Districts

The Committee of the Whole convened and immediately entered a closed session to confer with legal counsel about litigation involving Utility Districts, then adjourned without any public substantive decisions. No formal actions or votes on policy matters occurred during the open portion of the meeting.

• Convened into closed session under Wis. Stats. 19.85(1)(g) to discuss litigation strategy (8-0)
• Adjourned closed session after discussion (8-0)
• Adjourned the Committee of the Whole meeting (8-0)