South Milwaukee, WI

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will consider authorizing the issuance of four separate bond series totaling approximately $4.29 million. These bonds are designated for the LSL Replacement Loan Program and the Water System. The committee will also review financial assistance agreements with state agencies and options for paying two outstanding invoices.

• Resolution to issue up to $556,032 in Taxable Private LSL Replacement Loan Program Revenue Bonds, Series 2026C
• Resolution to issue up to $1,036,745 in Taxable Private LSL Replacement Loan Program Revenue Bonds, Series 2026D
• Resolution to issue up to $53,100 in Taxable Private LSL Replacement Loan Program Revenue Bonds, Series 2026E
• Resolution to issue up to $2,651,227 in Water System Revenue Bonds, Series 2026F
• Consideration of options for outstanding invoices to Johnson Controls, Inc. ($4,792.81) and Ruben Espino, Served LLC d/b/a Drop Zone ($5,000.00)

Common Council

Human Resources Committee

Finance Committee

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee is scheduling a series of meetings in October and November 2026 to review the proposed 2027 City of South Milwaukee Operating Budget. The process includes an executive budget review on Oct. 12, a possible follow-up on Oct. 15, publication of the proposed budget on Oct. 28, and a public hearing and budget adoption on Nov. 17. All dates are tentative and subject to change.

• Public hearing and adoption of 2027 operating budget on Nov. 17 at 7:00 P.M.
• Executive budget review on Oct. 12 covering General Government, Indebtedness, Celebrations, Street Department/Recycling, Little League, and all major departments
• Proposed budget sent to paper for publication on Oct. 19; published Oct. 28
• Budget review on Oct. 15 if necessary
• Meetings held in Common Council Chambers, 2424 15th Avenue, South Milwaukee

Library Board

The South Milwaukee Public Library Board of Trustees will discuss and potentially act on the first draft of the 2027 budget, as well as updates to several job descriptions and the circulation coordinator position. The board will also review its bylaws, consider committee appointments, and update policies on meeting rooms and public records. This is a regular business meeting with multiple action items.

• First draft of 2027 budget (Discussion/Action)
• Circulation Coordinator position and job description (Discussion/Action)
• Updates to Librarian, Library Assistant, and Library Shelver job descriptions (Discussion/Action)
• Approval of expenditures and financial statements for July 2026 (Action)
• Meeting Room Policy update (Discussion/Action)

Board of Review

The Board of Review is meeting to handle administrative tasks and certify the 2026 assessment roll. They will confirm notices, select officers, verify training and legal compliance, and review the assessor's report. The board will also consider waivers, objections, and other statutory duties related to property assessments.

• Certify assessment roll and correct errors under Wis. Stat. §70.43
• Consider waivers of 48-hour objection notice and hearing waivers
• Review objection forms and income/expense compliance
• Handle subpoena requests and stipulations
• Schedule objection hearings if needed

Board of Municipal Canvassers

The South Milwaukee Municipal Board of Canvassers is meeting to canvass the August 11, 2026 Partisan Primary results and to rehabilitate any provisional ballots received, as required by state law. The meeting is open to the public.

• Canvass of August 11, 2026 Partisan Primary results
• Rehabilitation of provisional ballots per Wis. Stat. §6.97(4)
• Meeting at South Milwaukee City Hall, 2424 15th Ave.

Celebrations Committee

The South Milwaukee Celebrations Committee will meet to elect a chairperson, review upcoming 2026 events, and discuss financial reports. The agenda includes approval of the July 27, 2026 minutes and planning for Sounds of Summer, Trunk or Treat, and Christmas at the Commons.

• Election of Committee Chairperson
• Sounds of Summer at the Commons - 8/8/26
• Trunk or Treat at the Commons - 10/30/26
• Christmas at the Commons - 12/5/26
• Financials Report

Water & Wastewater Commission

The South Milwaukee Water & Wastewater Commission will meet to consider consent agenda items, including minutes and utility adjustments, and discuss specific adjustment requests for properties on Drexel Blvd. and Cleveland Ave. They will also discuss employee out-of-state travel for 2027 and the status of 2026 lead service line replacements.

• Adjustment request from 1332 Drexel Blvd. and 2428 Cleveland Ave.
• Employee out-of-state travel for 2027
• 2026 lead service line replacements
• Approval of Water/Wastewater/Fire Protection adjustments
• Approval of Water Utility vouchers

Common Council

The Common Council is holding a special meeting to consider a resolution authorizing the city's continued participation in the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program for program years 2027-2029. The only substantive item is this agreement with Milwaukee County. No other business is listed.

• Resolution to approve and authorize execution of CDBG agreement with Milwaukee County for 2027-2029

Public Works & Public Property Committee

The Public Works and Public Property Committee will discuss and potentially act on a restoration project for Milwaukee Avenue. The body is also considering ordinances regarding prohibited parking and waste collection rules.

• Bids and contracts for Milwaukee Avenue Restoration Project not to exceed $250,000
• Ordinance to amend Section §28.03 regarding prohibited parking
• Ordinance to repeal and recreate Chapter 26 regarding recycling, refuse collection, and self-deposit stations

Legislation & Permits Committee

The Legislation and Permits Committee will discuss and possibly act on three license applications. These include a tobacco license, a temporary premises extension, and an amusement device license.

• Cigarette, Tobacco & Vape Products license application for Virtue Coffee & Valor Wine at 1234 Milwaukee Ave
• Temporary extension of license premises for South Milwaukee Arcade at 1200 Madison Avenue for August 29, 2026
• Amusement Device license application for Corner Stone Pub at 1435 Rawson Avenue

Common Council

The South Milwaukee Common Council will meet to decide on routine approvals and several substantive items. The body will consider creating two new city positions, awarding a $250,000 contract for the Milwaukee Avenue Restoration Project, and reviewing multiple ordinance amendments related to zoning, parking, and recycling.

• Approve position descriptions for Finance Director and Administrative Coordinator
• Award $250,000 contract for Milwaukee Avenue Restoration Project
• Amend zoning code for new tax-exempt use limitations in TIF districts
• Amend no-parking rules on 5th Avenue
• Review new tobacco license application for Virtue Coffee & Valor Wine at 1234 Milwaukee Ave

Human Resources Committee

The Human Resources Committee will meet to discuss the creation of two new city positions. The body will also consider an ordinance to establish salaries for specific appointed and election officials.

• Position description for Finance Director
• Position description for Administrative Coordinator
• Ordinance No. 2294 amendment regarding salaries for Election and Appointed Officials

Claims Committee

The Claims Committee will meet to discuss and potentially take action on several individual and corporate claims. The committee may enter a closed session to deliberate on these items and consult with legal counsel regarding litigation strategy.

• Claim: Richard Klamrowski
• Claim: Fred Sadler
• Claim: Estate of Daniel Wisniewski
• Claim: Peter Kesich
• Claim: Progressive Universal Insurance Company A/S/O Alla Ahmad

Plan Commission

The Plan Commission will continue its third meeting on proposed amendments to several sections of the zoning code, including lot regulations, signs, parking, landscaping, and stormwater. The commission will also discuss a new ordinance to limit new tax-exempt uses within open Tax Incremental Financing Districts. An economic development quarterly report will provide updates on Bucyrus grants, businesses, commercial vacancies, and development projects.

• Discussion of amendments to §15.16 lot and building regulations, §15.21 signs, §15.22 parking, §15.23 landscaping, §15.26 erosion control, §15.27 stormwater, and §15.28 definitions
• Consideration of an ordinance to impose zoning limitations on new tax-exempt uses in open TIF districts
• Economic Development Staff Quarterly Report covering Bucyrus grants, commercial vacancies, and development projects
• Staff proposes revisions to accessory structure setbacks and heights, including allowing taller garages for accessory dwelling units (from memo)

Celebrations Committee

The South Milwaukee Celebration Committee will consider approval of the June 30, 2026 meeting minutes. It will discuss plans for three 2026 events at the Commons: Sounds of Summer on August 8, Trunk or Treat on October 30, and Christmas on December 5. The committee will also receive a financial report.

• Approval of June 30, 2026 meeting minutes
• Discussion of Sounds of Summer at the Commons – 8/8/26
• Discussion of Trunk or Treat at the Commons – 10/30/26
• Discussion of Christmas at the Commons – 12/5/26
• Financials Report

Library Board

The Library Board of Trustees will meet to review expenditures and financial statements for June 2026. The board will also discuss and potentially take action on the meeting room policy.

• Approval of expenditures
• Expenditures and financial statement for Library Trust/Gift Accounts for June 2026
• Discussion and action on Meeting Room Policy
• Discussion of Trustee Essentials Handbook #15 regarding Public Records Law

Common Council

The South Milwaukee Common Council will review routine consent agenda items, including approval of meeting minutes, library board appointments, two temporary Class B beer licenses, a retirement letter, and a $1,566,121.82 voucher schedule. The Finance Committee will consider a resolution to authorize the issuance and sale of $4,000,000 in General Obligation Promissory Notes (Series 2026B) and several related financial requests, such as a $1,371,542.53 fire apparatus contract and a professional services agreement up to $120,000 for a lead‑service‑line outreach grant. Additional items include a stop‑sign map amendment and updates on economic development and water quality.

• Approve minutes from the June 23, 2026 Common Council meeting (consent agenda).
• Approve two temporary Class "B" beer licenses for South Milwaukee Lions Club at 1028 Madison Avenue and 1601 N Chicago Avenue.
• Consider resolution authorizing issuance and sale of $4,000,000 General Obligation Promissory Notes, Series 2026B.
• Consider contract with Custom Fire Apparatus, Inc. for a municipal rescue pumper costing $1,371,542.53.
• Consider professional services agreement with Kane Communications Group up to $120,000 for lead‑service‑line outreach grant.

The Common Council approved a $4,000,000 General Obligation Promissory Notes issuance, a resolution for borrowing reimbursements for utility projects, use of capital equipment funds for a fingerprint scanner, a $1,371,542.53 contract for a rescue pumper, and a resolution transferring capital improvement funds. They also approved the consent agenda, including a $1,566,121.82 voucher schedule and two temporary beer licenses. Two agenda items related to lead service line outreach were removed and not acted upon.

• Approved $4M General Obligation Promissory Notes, Series 2026B (6-0)
• Approved resolution declaring intent to reimburse utility project expenditures (6-0)
• Approved use of Unallocated Capital Equipment Fund for fingerprint computer/scanner (6-0)
• Approved $1,371,542.53 contract with Custom Fire Apparatus for rescue pumper (6-0)
• Approved transfer of Capital Improvement Program funds and closure of completed projects (6-0)
• Approved three-way stop control at 5th Ave and Drexel Blvd (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda including $1,566,121.82 vouchers and two temporary beer licenses (6-0)
• Removed lead service line outreach grant agreement and Kane Communications contract from agenda

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will discuss and potentially act on several funding requests and contracts. Key items include the issuance of general obligation notes and the purchase of emergency response equipment.

• Issuance and sale of $4,000,000 General Obligation Promissory Notes, Series 2026B
• Purchase of a municipal rescue pumper from Custom Fire Apparatus, Inc. for $1,371,542.53
• Professional Services Agreement with Kane Communications Group up to $120,000 for lead service line outreach
• Purchase of a digital fingerprint computer and scanner for the Police Department
• Updated Lead Service Line Replacement Community Outreach Grant Program Agreement with the Wisconsin DNR

Public Works & Public Property Committee

The Public Works and Public Property Committee will discuss and potentially act on a request to amend the city's stop and yield sign map. The meeting also includes a review summary from the Traffic Safety Group.

• Proposed three-way stop-controlled intersection at 5th Avenue and Drexel Boulevard
• Traffic Safety Group Review Summary

Water & Wastewater Commission

The Commission will consider a $39,921.27 repair proposal for the 20" water transmission line Ravine Lift Station bluff. Members will also discuss 2026 lead service line replacements and the Wastewater Treatment Pre-Treatment Coordinator position.

• $39,921.27 repair proposal from Super Excavators for 20" water transmission line
• Adjustment request from 1325 Rawson Ave
• 2026 lead service line replacements discussion
• Wastewater Treatment Pre-Treatment Coordinator position discussion

Celebrations Committee

The Celebrations Committee will elect a chairperson and approve minutes from April 15. They will discuss and possibly take action on three 2026 events: Sounds of Summer (Aug 8), Trunk or Treat (Oct 30), and Christmas at the Commons (Dec 5). A financial report will also be presented.

• Election of Committee Chairperson
• Approval of April 15, 2026 meeting minutes
• Discussion/possible motion on Sounds of Summer at the Commons - 8/8/26
• Discussion/possible motion on Trunk or Treat at the Commons - 10/30/26
• Discussion/possible motion on Christmas at the Commons - 12/5/26

Celebrations Committee

The South Milwaukee Celebrations Committee will elect a new chairperson and discuss three upcoming community events: Sounds of Summer (Aug. 8), Trunk or Treat (Oct. 30), and Christmas at the Commons (Dec. 5). The committee will also review the financial report and approve prior meeting minutes.

• Election of Committee Chairperson
• Discussion and possible motions on Sounds of Summer at the Commons - 8/8/26
• Discussion and possible motions on Trunk or Treat at the Commons - 10/30/26
• Discussion and possible motions on Christmas at the Commons - 12/5/26
• Financials Report review

Common Council

The Common Council will consider authorizing a lead service line replacement community outreach grant agreement with the Wisconsin DNR and a professional services contract with Innovative Public Advisors not to exceed $120,571. Other actions include purchasing a work truck for $73,877.09, selling three refuse vehicles to Johns Disposal Service, approving a liquor license for Corner Stone Pub, and discussing a city-wide housing study for up to $19,850.

• Lead service line outreach grant agreement with WI DNR and $120,571 contract with Innovative Public Advisors
• Purchase of 2026 Chevrolet Silverado work truck for $73,877.09 from Holz Chevrolet
• Sale of three 2025 Battle Motors refuse vehicles to Johns Disposal Service, Inc.
• Class B Beer and Liquor License for Corner Stone Pub at 1435 Rawson Avenue
• City-wide comprehensive housing study with Tracy Cross & Associates not to exceed $19,850

The Common Council approved a grant agreement with the Wisconsin DNR for a lead service line replacement community outreach program, and directed staff to evaluate a communication firm. A related professional services agreement with Innovative Public Advisors was placed on file. The council also approved several routine items, including a $73,877.09 truck purchase, a liquor license for Corner Stone Pub, and a $41,000 civic grant disbursement.

• Approved Lead Service Line Replacement Community Outreach Grant Agreement with WI DNR (8-0)
• Placed on file Professional Services Agreement with Innovative Public Advisors (8-0)
• Approved purchase of 2026 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 HD work truck for $73,877.09 (8-0)
• Approved Class B Beer and Liquor License for Corner Stone Pub LLC (8-0)
• Approved $41,000 Bucyrus Civic Grant disbursement (7-1, Olechowski no)
• Approved $19,850 housing study agreement with Tracy Cross & Associates (7-1, Olechowski no)
• Scheduled 2026 Trick-or-Treat for Oct 31, 5-7 PM (8-0)
• Approved consent agenda including $4,137,290.22 in vouchers (8-0)

Legislation & Permits Committee

The Legislation & Permits Committee will discuss and possibly act on a new Class B beer and liquor license application for Corner Stone Pub at 1435 Rawson Avenue. They will also consider requests to amend the 2026 Common Council calendar, temporarily waive a municipal code to allow extended food/drink hours in a pedlet for a June 25 event, and approve a temporary extension of licensed premises for Moran's Pub for a July 1 event. Additionally, the committee will consider granting temporary authority to the City Clerk to approve further temporary extensions for Moran's Pub during FIFA World Cup 2026.

• New Class B beer and liquor license application for Corner Stone Pub, 1435 Rawson Avenue, for period ending June 30, 2027
• Request to move the July 21 Common Council meeting to July 14
• Temporary waiver of municipal code Sub. §24.06.1 A.(3) to allow food/drink in pedlet until 11 PM on June 25, 2026 at Moran's Pub, 912 Milwaukee Avenue
• Temporary extension of licensed premises for Moran's Pub for a July 1, 2026 event
• Request to grant temporary authority to City Clerk to approve further temporary extensions for Moran's Pub during FIFA World Cup 2026

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will discuss several staff authorizations, including a grant outreach program with the Wisconsin DNR and a professional services agreement with Innovative Public Advisors for up to $120,571. It will also consider a resolution to reimburse borrowing costs for Project 4907-19, a purchase of a 2026 Chevrolet Silverado work truck for $73,877.09, and a vehicle purchase agreement for three 2025 Battle Motors refuse trucks. A presentation on the 2027 budget calendar will be included.

• Authorize staff to enter a Lead Service Line Replacement Community Outreach Grant Program Agreement with the Wisconsin DNR
• Authorize a Professional Services Agreement with Innovative Public Advisors, not to exceed $120,571
• Approve a resolution to reimburse expenditures from borrowing proceeds for Project 4907-19
• Purchase a 2026 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 HD 4WD crew cab work truck for $73,877.09
• Vehicle purchase agreement with Johns Disposal for three 2025 Battle Motors automated side‑loading refuse vehicles

Library Board

The South Milwaukee Public Library Board of Trustees will meet to consider updates to library card, meeting room, and circulation policies, as well as a strategic plan update. They are also scheduled to elect officers and approve expenditures for May 2026.

• Library card policy update due to digital signature collection change
• Meeting room policy update
• Circulation policy update
• Strategic plan update discussion
• Officer elections

Housing Authority of the City of South Milwaukee

The Housing Authority holds a public hearing on its 5-Year and Annual PHA Plans, followed by a board meeting. Commissioners will vote on Resolution 26-01 to accept and utilize 2026 Capital Funds and Resolution 26-02 approving the Annual PHA Plan and Five-Year Capital Improvements work plan.

• Public hearing on 5-Year and Annual PHA Plans
• Resolution 26-01: Authorizing acceptance and use of 2026 Capital Funds
• Resolution 26-02: Approving Annual PHA Plan and Five-Year Capital Improvements work plan
• Report on current and future vacancies at Parkcrest Housing
• Discussion of Tenants Accounts Receivables (TARS) and monthly operations

Civic Grants Commission

The South Milwaukee Civic Grants Commission will approve the minutes from its May 21 meeting and then discuss the 2026 Bucyrus Civic Grant applications, totaling $101,380. It will also consider revisions to the Bucyrus Civic Grant Program criteria and eligibility. The commission will provide updates on previously funded projects before adjourning.

• Approve May 21, 2026 meeting minutes
• Consider 2026 Bucyrus Civic Grant applications (total $101,380)
• Review proposed revisions to the Bucyrus Civic Grant Program criteria
• Update on status of prior grant recipient projects
• Adjourn the meeting

Police & Fire Commission

The Board of Police and Fire Commissioners will discuss and possibly approve a provisional offer of employment to two police officer candidates and their appointment contingent on medical, physical, psychological exams and background checks. The board will also set the date, time, and location for the July 2026 meeting.

• Consideration of request to make provisional offer of employment to two police officer candidates
• Consideration of request to appoint two police officer candidates contingent on successful exams and background investigations
• Discussion of options for July 2026 meeting date/time/location

Water & Wastewater Commission

The Water & Wastewater Commission will discuss a grant application for WDNR lead service line outreach. The meeting also includes discussion regarding 2026 lead service line replacements.

• 2026-2027 WDNR lead service line outreach grant application
• 2026 lead service line replacements
• Water/Wastewater/Fire Protection adjustments
• Water Utility vouchers

Board of Review

The Board of Review will hold an initial meeting solely to call the session into order and then immediately adjourn because the assessment roll is not yet complete. No substantive decisions or discussions will occur at this meeting.

• Meeting called to order and then adjourned until a later date due to incomplete assessment roll

Claims Committee

The Claims Committee will meet on June 2, 2026, to consider a motion to enter closed session under Wisconsin law for negotiations and legal advice on specific claims. The claims listed include Park Family Dental, Progressive Universal Insurance A/S/O Alla Ahmad, Pam Thomm, and WE Energies, along with any other claims received since the last meeting. The committee will also discuss outstanding open claims and a claims status report, with possible action following the closed session.

• Motion to discuss claim negotiations for Park Family Dental, Progressive Universal Insurance A/S/O Alla Ahmad, Pam Thomm, and WE Energies
• Review of outstanding open claims and claims status report
• Closed session under Wisconsin Statute 19.85(1)(e) & (g) for legal strategy and claim discussions