South Milwaukee public meetings in 2022

Common Council

The South Milwaukee Common Council will consider amending salary ordinances for supervisory and general employees, accept a retirement and a resignation, and update several job descriptions. They will also vote on replacing the 125th Anniversary Celebration Committee with a Celebrations Committee.

• Ordinance to amend Salary Ordinance No. 2222 and No. 2234
• Payroll/Communications Coordinator Renee Thompson's retirement
• Code Enforcement Inspector Jasmyn Smith's resignation
• Update position descriptions for City Engineer, Engineering & Inspection Supervisor, and others
• Resolution to replace 125th Anniversary Celebration Committee with Celebrations Committee

Common Council

The South Milwaukee Common Council is meeting to consider several personnel and administrative items, including amendments to salary ordinances, acceptance of resignations, and new appointments. The agenda is largely procedural, with most items involving consent agenda approvals and human resources matters.

• Amendments to Salary Ordinance No. 2222 and No. 2234 for supervisory and general employee pay
• Acceptance of Renee Thompson's retirement letter (Payroll/Communications Coordinator)
• Acceptance of Jasmyn Smith's resignation (Code Enforcement Inspector)
• Appointment of Matthew Garman to Plan Commission, filling R. Patrick Stoner's unexpired term
• Resolution to replace 125th Anniversary Celebration Committee with Celebrations Committee

Claims Committee

The Claims Committee is meeting to review claims and discuss settlement or denial strategies. The committee will go into closed session to discuss claims from Halle Ciesielczyk, Katy Cruz-Espino, Brant Ferrer, and any other claims received since the last meeting, along with outstanding open claims and a claims status report. After closed session, they will return to open session to take any necessary action.

• Closed session to discuss claims by Halle Ciesielczyk, Katy Cruz-Espino, and Brant Ferrer
• Discussion of outstanding open claims and claims status report
• Meeting at 5:00 p.m. in Committee Room, City Administration Building, 2424 15th Avenue

Water & Wastewater Commission

The South Milwaukee Water & Wastewater Commission will meet to consider billing adjustments for three properties, a 2023 water tower repair and painting contract, and the purchase of a Neptune water meter gateway. The commission will also approve utility vouchers and receive operational updates.

• Request for adjustments from 1431 Michigan Ave., 1775 Poplar Ave., 1318 Mackinac Ave.
• 2023 Water Tower repairs and painting contract from Dixon Engineering
• Purchase of a Neptune water meter gateway
• Approval of Water Utility vouchers

Human Resources Committee

The Human Resources Committee will meet to consider entering closed session for labor negotiation strategy with the police and firefighter unions, then discuss a proposed salary ordinance for non-union employees and staffing plan changes. The agenda includes possible motions on these items.

• Closed session discussion on labor strategy with South Milwaukee Professional Police Association Local 201 and Firefighters Protective Association Local 1633
• Proposed salary ordinance for non-union employees
• Staffing plans and amended job descriptions for city engineer, engineering & inspection supervisor, clerk services assistant, payroll & benefits coordinator, human resources coordinator, code enforcement & building inspector, and administrative assistant-inspection & economic development

Public Works & Public Property Committee

The Public Works & Public Property Committee will hear a presentation from LightWave Fiber Networks about a proposal to operate and maintain a community fiber optic internet system in South Milwaukee. The committee may then move into closed session to negotiate a franchise agreement with the company, followed by possible action in open session.

• Presentation from LightWave Fiber Networks on community fiber optic internet proposal
• Possible closed session to discuss franchise agreement with LightWave Fiber Networks
• Potential action on franchise agreement after returning to open session

Common Council

The Common Council will hear a proposal to repurpose buildings at the Bucyrus Campus, 1100 Milwaukee Avenue, into 92 residential units with commercial uses, and may schedule a public hearing on a zoning change for the project. The council will also consider salary ordinance amendments, a conditional use permit for auto sales, and updates to Tax Incremental Financing policies and applications. A closed session is planned to discuss redevelopment in Tax Incremental District No. 5, including potential agreements with Milwaukee County.

• Proposal by J. Jeffers & Co. and Scott Crawford, Inc. for 92 residential units at 1100 Milwaukee Avenue
• Possible public hearing to create a Planned Development District for part of 1100 Milwaukee Avenue
• Conditional Use Permit for auto sales at 1210-1216 Missouri Avenue (M-1 zoning)
• Resolution updating Tax Incremental Financing policies and guidelines
• Closed session to discuss redevelopment in TID No. 5, including 1208 and 1210 Milwaukee Avenue

The Common Council approved a conditional use permit for an auto sales business on Missouri Avenue and authorized a $60,000 environmental study for Milwaukee Avenue properties. A public hearing was scheduled for January 3, 2023, regarding a proposal for 92 residential units at the Bucyrus Campus. The Council also updated TIF policies and established salaries for city staff.

• Approved conditional use permit for auto sales at 1210 and 1216 Missouri Avenue
• Scheduled Jan 3, 2023 public hearing for zoning amendment at 1100 Milwaukee Avenue (92 residential units)
• Authorized up to $60,000 for environmental study of 1208, 1210, and 1214 Milwaukee Avenue
• Approved Resolution No. 22-22 updating Tax Incremental Financing (TIF) policies
• Approved updated Tax Incremental Financing application
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2234 to establish salaries for Human Resources Coordinator and Deputy Treasurer
• Adopted position descriptions for part-time Treasurer Clerk, Deputy Clerk, and Deputy Treasurer
• Approved $1,771,993.76 and $3,136,487.01 voucher schedules

Police & Fire Commission

The South Milwaukee Board of Police and Fire Commissioners will hold a special meeting to discuss and possibly vote on hiring one police officer candidate. The agenda includes a provisional job offer based on exam and interview results, and a separate approval contingent on background and medical checks. The meeting is scheduled for December 6, 2022, at 5:00 p.m.

• Discussion/possible motion on provisional offer of employment to one police officer candidate
• Discussion/possible motion on approval of appointment of one police officer candidate contingent on background, medical/physical, and psychological evaluations
• Approval of minutes from November 7, 2022 meeting

Plan Commission

The South Milwaukee Plan Commission will hold a special meeting to discuss the redevelopment of properties in Tax Incremental District No. 5, including potential agreements with Milwaukee County for 1208 and 1210 Milwaukee Avenue. They will also hear a proposal from J. Jeffers & Co. and Scott Crawford, Inc. to repurpose buildings at the Bucyrus Campus, 1100 Milwaukee Avenue, for 92 residential units and commercial uses, and may recommend a public hearing for a Planned Development District.

• Closed session to discuss redevelopment in TID No. 5, including 1208 and 1210 Milwaukee Avenue
• Proposal to repurpose Bucyrus Campus buildings at 1100 Milwaukee Avenue for 92 residential units and commercial uses
• Possible rezoning application discussion and recommendation for Planned Development District
• Possible direction to prepare draft development agreement

Plan Commission

The South Milwaukee Plan Commission will hold a public hearing and consider a conditional use permit to add auto sales to an existing auto repair business at 1210-1216 Missouri Avenue. The commission will also hear presentations from two developers for a city-owned vacant lot at 2001 7th Avenue, then go into closed session to discuss the possible sale. Other agenda items include discussions on downtown economic development, TIF policy, and an updated TIF application.

• Conditional use permit for auto sales at 1210-1216 Missouri Avenue (M-1 zoning)
• Developer presentations for city-owned lot at 2001 7th Avenue
• Closed session to negotiate sale of 2001 7th Avenue
• Discussion on economic development strategies for downtown
• Resolution updating Tax Incremental Financing policies

Plan Commission

The South Milwaukee Plan Commission will hold a public hearing on a Conditional Use Permit for used auto sales at 1210-1216 Missouri Avenue, zoned M-1 Manufacturing. The proposed use would add used auto sales to the existing mechanical auto repair business, with 35 parking stalls for customer/employee parking, display, and storage. The hearing is scheduled for November 29, 2022 at 6:30 p.m. in the Common Council Chambers.

• Conditional Use Permit for used auto sales at 1210-1216 Missouri Avenue
• Property zoned M-1 Manufacturing
• 35 parking stalls proposed for customer/employee parking, display, and storage
• Public hearing on November 29, 2022 at 6:30 p.m. in Common Council Chambers

Library Board

The South Milwaukee Public Library Board of Trustees will meet to discuss routine business including minutes, expenditures, and reports, as well as several agenda topics such as fundraising initiatives, library funding advocacy, a potential Bibliotheca contract, and the assistant director position. The board may take action on any listed item.

• Expenditures from Operating Budget and Financial Statement for November 2022
• Expenditures from Library Trust/Gift Accounts Financial Statement for November 2022
• Fundraising Initiative: Murder Mystery Dinner, Fun Run/Walk, Bingo
• Bibliotheca Contract Option
• Assistant Director Position and making a signer on accounts

Common Council

The South Milwaukee Common Council is holding a special meeting to consider adopting the 2023 city budget and the 2022 tax levy, following a public hearing on the budget. The council will also vote on rezoning five properties, an ordinance amendment, and an administrative fee schedule update. Several personnel items, including a retirement and a candidate's wage and benefits, are on the agenda, along with a closed session for a proposed contract related to an Engineering Department retirement.

• Resolution to adopt the 2023 city budget
• Resolution levying taxes for the year 2022
• Ordinance to rezone properties at 2318, 2410, 2430 10th Avenue and 1001, 1015 Marquette Avenue
• Ordinance to amend Chapter 8 of the Municipal Code
• Resolution to amend the Administrative Fee Schedule effective January 1, 2023

The Common Council approved the 2023 budget and the 2022 tax levy. The council also adopted ordinances regarding the Health Department and specific property rezoning. Personnel actions included a new hire's pay grade and the acceptance of a retirement letter.

• Approved Resolution No. 22-19 for adoption of 2023 budget (All aye)
• Approved Resolution No. 22-20 for levying of taxes for 2022 (All aye)
• Placed Administrative Services Director candidate Katie Crosby in step 8 of paygrade L (All aye)
• Accepted Assessor/Inspection Specialist Janet Talaska’s retirement effective February 3, 2023 (All aye)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2232 amending Chapter 8 of the Municipal Code regarding the Health Department (All aye)
• Approved Resolution No. 22-21 to amend the Administrative Fee Schedule effective January 1, 2023 (All aye)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2233 rezoning 2318 10th Ave, 2410 10th Ave, 2430 10th Ave, 1001 Marquette Ave, and 1015 Marquette Ave from M-2 Industrial to C-3 Commercial (All aye)
• Authorized retirement and designation agreement between the city and Kyle Vandercar (All aye)

Legislation & Permits Committee

The Legislation & Permits Committee will meet to discuss and possibly act on two items: proposed revisions to Chapter 8 of the Municipal Code and proposed amendments to the Administrative Fee Schedule effective January 1, 2023. The meeting is scheduled for November 21, 2022, at 6:30 p.m. or after the 6:00 p.m. public hearing.

• Discussion/possible motion on proposed ordinance revising Chapter 8 of the Municipal Code
• Discussion/possible motion on resolution amending the Administrative Fee Schedule effective January 1, 2023

Water & Wastewater Commission

The South Milwaukee Water & Wastewater Commission will discuss and vote on the 2021 audits and 2023 budgets for both the Water Utility and Sewer Enterprise Fund, along with several other operational items. The agenda includes a request for bill adjustments from multiple property owners and a review of the water and sewer bill adjustment policy.

• Bill adjustment requests from 1324 Park Ave, 1904 15th Ave, 1336 Lakeview Ave, 1807 Missouri Ave, 1608 Lake Dr, 1234 Sherman Ave, 308 Fairview Ave
• 2021 Water Utility audit
• 2021 Sewer Enterprise Fund audit
• 2023 Water Utility and Wastewater budgets
• 2023 Water Tower repairs and painting

Board of Health

The South Milwaukee/St. Francis Board of Health is meeting to discuss routine business, including approving minutes and receiving reports from the Medical Advisor and Public Health Administrator. The agenda includes a COVID-19 update on disease investigation, testing, and vaccination, as well as health program updates and a review of the 140 Review and Public Health Infrastructure Grant.

• COVID-19 update: disease investigation, testing, vaccination
• Health program updates
• 140 Review update
• Public Health Infrastructure Grant

The meeting was conducted as an informational session only because a quorum was not present. No substantive decisions were made, and the approval of the September 8, 2022, minutes was deferred.

• Approval of September 8, 2022 minutes deferred

Plan Commission

The South Milwaukee Plan Commission will hear a presentation from Fresh Coast Development and Stephen Perry Smith Architects about proposed plans for the former Everbrite site at 315 Marion Avenue. The commission will discuss and possibly take initial steps to create Tax Incremental District No. 6 for the project. They will also discuss economic development strategies and property evaluation for the downtown area.

• Presentation on proposed plans for former Everbrite site at 315 Marion Avenue
• Discussion/possible motion on initial steps to create Tax Incremental District No. 6
• Discussion on economic development strategies and property evaluation for downtown

Police & Fire Commission

The South Milwaukee Board of Police and Fire Commissioners will meet to consider making provisional job offers to two police officer candidates, approving their appointments contingent on background checks and medical exams, discussing a firefighter's resignation, and possibly approving the posting of the open firefighter position. The agenda also includes routine approval of prior meeting minutes.

• Provisional offer of employment to two police officer candidates
• Approval of appointment of two police officer candidates contingent on background and medical checks
• Discussion of resignation of Firefighter Zachary Teschendorf
• Possible approval to post open Firefighter position

Claims Committee

The Claims Committee is meeting to review minutes from a prior meeting and then go into closed session to discuss negotiating settlements or denials of specific claims, including those from Amarildo Ademaj, Thomas & Christine Ishag, Patti Nault, and James Proesel, as well as any other claims received since the last meeting. The committee will also discuss outstanding open claims and a claims status report. After the closed session, they will return to open session to take any necessary action.

• Closed session to discuss claims by Amarildo Ademaj, Thomas & Christine Ishag, Patti Nault, James Proesel
• Discussion of outstanding open claims and claims status report
• Review of minutes from September 6, 2022 meeting

Public Hearing

The Common Council will hold a public hearing on an application to amend the Planned Development District zoning at 2409 10th Avenue (Marquette Manor) to revise requirements for the number of market-rate units. The amendment is considered with other development agreement changes to continue senior occupancy (age 55+) and protect the city's original redevelopment investment. The hearing is scheduled for November 1, 2022, at 6:45 p.m. in the Common Council Chambers.

• Public hearing on zoning amendment at 2409 10th Avenue (Marquette Manor)
• Revision of market-rate unit requirements
• Continued senior occupancy (age 55 and older)
• Development agreement amendments related to city redevelopment investment
• Hearing location: Common Council Chambers, 2424 15th Avenue

Common Council

The Common Council will consider several personnel resignations, an updated job description, and a proposed ordinance on vacant building registration. They will also discuss the Downtown Strategic Plan, façade design guidelines, and new grant programs, plus a fire records software agreement.

• Resignations: City Clerk/Comptroller Karen Kastenson, Equipment Operators Joseph Kontowski and Adam Davis, Firefighter Zachary Teschendorf
• Ordinance to amend Sec. 16.27.1 on vacant building registration
• Purchase of mechanic's service truck from Ewald Automotive Group (2022 CIP)
• Downtown Strategic Plan and Commercial Façade Design Guidelines
• Agreement with ProPhoenix Corporation for fire records management software

The Common Council approved the Downtown Strategic Plan and several business grant programs. The council also authorized the purchase of a new Ford F-350 truck and accepted four employee resignations.

• Approved 2022 Revolving Fund (All aye)
• Accepted resignations of Karen Kastenson, Joseph Kontowski, Adam Davis, and Zachary Teschendof (All aye)
• Approved updated Water/Wastewater Operator position description (All aye)
• Advanced Ordinance No. 2033 regarding vacant building registration to 2nd and 3rd readings (All aye)
• Approved purchase of 2023 Ford F-350 and utility body for $78,497.00 (All aye)
• Approved Downtown Strategic Plan (All aye)
• Approved commercial facade design guidelines and Facade Improvement Grant Program (All aye)
• Approved Bucyrus New Business Grant and Bucyrus Civic Grant programs (All aye)

Legislation & Permits Committee

The Legislation & Permits Committee will meet to discuss and possibly act on three items: revisions to Chapter 8 of the Municipal Code, a rule on residential backyard gym equipment height, and a proposed ordinance amending Sec. 16.27.1 on Vacant Building Registration. No final decisions are guaranteed; the agenda lists these as discussions with possible motions.

• Discussion/possible motion on Chapter 8 Municipal Code revisions
• Discussion/possible motion on residential backyard gym equipment height
• Proposed ordinance to amend Sec. 16.27.1 (Vacant Building Registration)

Board of Review

The Board of Review will meet to hear property assessment objections for the 2022 assessment roll. The agenda is procedural, outlining statutory requirements for filing objections and appearing before the board. No specific properties or objections are listed.

• Board meets Oct. 27, 2022 from 1-3 p.m. in Common Council Chambers, 2424 15th Ave.
• Assessment roll open for examination since Sept. 26, 2022 at City Assessor's Office
• Objectors must file proper form or intent letter with City Clerk
• 48-hour notice required before appearing before the Board
• Ill or disabled persons may testify by phone with physician's letter

Board of Review

The Board of Review will meet to hear property assessment objections for the 2022 assessment year. The meeting is scheduled for October 27, 2022, with potential reconvening on October 28 and 31. The assessment roll is open for examination starting September 26. Residents must file proper objection forms and follow statutory requirements to appear before the board.

• Assessment roll open for examination from September 26, 2022
• Objections must be filed with the City Clerk
• Board meets October 27, 2022, 1:00-3:00 PM in Common Council Chambers
• Statutory requirements for objectors include providing valuation estimates and income/expense information if income method used
• Ill or disabled persons may testify by phone with a physician's letter

Library Board

The South Milwaukee Public Library Board of Trustees will meet to approve minutes, review October operating and trust/gift account expenditures, and hear the Library Director's report. The board will also discuss upcoming fundraising events, a possible bookmobile, the strategic plan, and the assistant library director position.

• Expenditures from Operating Budget and Financial Statement for October 2022
• Expenditures from Library Trust/Gift Accounts Financial Statement for October 2022
• Fundraising Initiative: Murder Mystery Dinner, Fun Run/Walk, Bingo
• Discussion of Book Mobile and Strategic Plan
• Review of Board Committees and Bylaws

Board of Review

The Board of Review will meet to hear property assessment objections. The meeting is scheduled for Oct. 27 from 1-3 p.m. in the Common Council Chambers. The 2022 assessment roll is available for examination. Objectors must file proper forms and meet specific requirements to be heard.

Police & Fire Commission

The South Milwaukee Board of Police and Fire Commissioners will hold a regular meeting to discuss and possibly vote on certifying the eligibility list for police officers. They will also discuss the Police Department's K-9 initiative and commission members' experiences with the FBI Citizens Academy. The meeting includes approval of minutes from the July 6, 2022 meeting.

• Discussion/possible motion certifying the eligibility list for police officers
• Discussion regarding the Police Department's K-9 initiative
• Discussion regarding commission members' experiences with the FBI Citizens Academy
• Approval of minutes from the July 6, 2022 meeting

Plan Commission

The South Milwaukee Plan Commission will review a conditional use application to add auto sales to an existing auto repair business at 1210-1216 Missouri Avenue, and may schedule a public hearing. The commission will also discuss going into closed session to negotiate amendments to the development agreement with Marquette Manor, including market-rate unit requirements and a minimum PILOT payment. Other agenda items include responses to an RFP for a city-owned lot at 2001 7th Avenue, the Bucyrus New Business Grant program, and the Downtown Strategic Plan.

• Conditional use application for auto sales at 1210-1216 Missouri Avenue (M-1 zoning)
• Closed session to discuss Marquette Manor development agreement amendments (2409 10th Avenue, TID No. 1)
• RFP responses for city-owned vacant lot at 2001 7th Avenue
• Discussion of Bucyrus New Business Grant program
• Discussion of Downtown Strategic Plan

Common Council

The South Milwaukee Common Council will discuss and possibly vote on issuing up to $3,564,097 in sewerage system revenue bonds and review the 2021 financial audit. They will also consider cancelling two meetings for holidays, amending the vacant building registration ordinance, and accepting a resignation.

• Resolution authorizing up to $3,564,097 Sewerage System Revenue Bonds, Series 2022
• Discussion on 2021 financial audit with Baker Tilly presenter Wendi Unger
• Proposed ordinance to amend Sec. 16.27.1 on vacant building registration
• Possible cancellation of Nov 15, 2022 and Jan 3, 2023 council meetings
• Appointments to Supplemental Pollworker list for 2022-2023

Legislation & Permits Committee

The Legislation & Permits Committee will discuss and possibly vote on a proposed ordinance amending Section 16.27.1 of the Municipal Code regarding Vacant Building Registration. This is the only substantive item on the agenda, along with routine call to order and adjournment. The meeting is scheduled for October 18, 2022, at 6:45 p.m. in the Committee Room at 2424 15th Avenue.

• Discussion/possible motion on ordinance to amend Sec. 16.27.1 (Vacant Building Registration)

Common Council

The South Milwaukee Common Council will meet to approve routine items, discuss a resignation, and consider several policy and zoning matters. Key items include a possible zoning amendment for Marquardt Manor, changes to garbage bag fees, and policies for Bucyrus Commons. The council will also receive a reminder about the upcoming 2023 budget review.

• Approval of vouchers totaling $3,205,936.05
• Discussion of part-time Office Assistant Denine Lunz's resignation
• Resolution to amend Administrative Fee Schedule for garbage bag sales
• Discussion of Bucyrus Commons Outdoor Space Use Policy and Special Event Policy fees
• Plan Commission recommendation to schedule public hearing on Planned Development District zoning for Marquardt Manor, 2409 10th Avenue

The Common Council approved the consent agenda including minutes, financial reports, vouchers totaling $3,205,936.05, and poll-worker appointments. A public hearing was scheduled for November 1 on a Planned Development District zoning amendment for Marquette Manor. The council also adopted a garbage bag fee schedule amendment, special events fees, and streetscape amenities purchase up to $50,000 pending foundation approval.

• Adopted consent agenda including minutes, financial reports, vouchers, and poll-worker appointments (unanimous)
• Accepted resignation of part-time Office Assistant Denine Lunz (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 22-17 amending Administrative Fee Schedule for garbage bag sales effective Jan 1, 2023 (unanimous)
• Approved special events fees for public property and right-of-way effective Jan 1, 2023 (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of streetscape amenities for Milwaukee Avenue up to $50,000 pending Bucyrus Foundation approval (unanimous)
• Approved Bucyrus Commons Use Policy without proposed fees (unanimous)
• Approved amendments to Special Event Policy (unanimous)
• Scheduled public hearing for Nov 1 on Marquette Manor Planned Development District zoning amendment (unanimous)

Legislation & Permits Committee

The Legislation & Permits Committee is meeting to discuss and possibly take action on the Bucyrus Commons Outdoor Space Use Policy and Special Event Policy fees. This is the only substantive item on the agenda, alongside routine call to order and adjournment.

• Discussion/possible motion on Bucyrus Commons Outdoor Space Use Policy
• Discussion/possible motion on Special Event Policy fees

Library Board

The Chester W. Grobschmidt Senior Center Board of Directors will meet to approve minutes from April, set the next meeting date, and discuss updates on mandates, the Tropical Paradise Party, and day trips. New business includes planning the Holiday Bazaar and Christmas Party. The agenda is routine and focuses on upcoming events.

• Approval of April 27, 2022 meeting minutes
• Update on mandates
• Tropical Paradise Party discussion
• Holiday Bazaar planning
• Christmas Party planning

Plan Commission

The South Milwaukee Plan Commission will consider amending the Planned Development District zoning and development agreement for Marquette Manor at 2409 10th Avenue. The proposed changes would revise requirements for market rate units and guarantee a minimum payment in lieu of taxes (PILOT) if ownership becomes tax-exempt. The commission may recommend the Common Council proceed with the amendment.

• Amend Planned Development District Zoning (Ord. No. 1783) for Marquette Manor, 2409 10th Avenue
• Revise market rate unit requirements
• Guarantee minimum PILOT if ownership becomes tax-exempt
• Located in Tax Incremental District No. 1
• Approval of August 23, 2022 meeting minutes

Library Board

The Board of Trustees will review financial statements, the 2023 budget, and an annual audit. Discussion topics include a strategic plan update, the Assistant Library Director position, and various committee reports.

• 2023 Budget
• Annual Audit
• Expenditures from the Operating Budget
• Expenditures from Library Trust/Gift Accounts
• Strategic Plan Update and Discussion

Common Council

The South Milwaukee Common Council will discuss and possibly vote on a proposed ordinance to rezone properties at 2318, 2410, and 2430 10th Avenue, and 1001 and 1015 Marquette Avenue. The mayor will also give updates on the Police Department's Community Night Out and the city's 125th Anniversary Celebration. The rest of the agenda is routine procedural items.

• Proposed ordinance to rezone properties at 2318, 2410, 2430 10th Avenue and 1001, 1015 Marquette Avenue
• Update on South Milwaukee Police Department Community Night Out
• Update on 125th Anniversary Celebration

The Common Council approved a consent agenda including minutes, a tax collection letter, and a poll worker appointment. It also adopted an amended Fire Department administrative assistant job description and gave first reading to a proposed ordinance to rezone five properties on 10th Avenue and Marquette Avenue. No final decisions were made on the rezoning; it will require a second reading and a public hearing.

• Adopted consent agenda: approved Sept. 6 minutes, 2021 tax collection letter, and David R. Volland poll worker appointment (unanimous)
• Adopted amended Fire Department Administrative Assistant position description (unanimous)
• Gave first reading to proposed rezoning of 2318, 2410, 2430 10th Ave. and 1001, 1015 Marquette Ave. (unanimous)

Common Council

The Common Council will discuss and possibly vote on a proposed ordinance to rezone properties at 2318, 2410, and 2430 10th Avenue, and 1001 and 1015 Marquette Avenue. The mayor will also give updates on the Police Department's Community Night Out and the city's 125th Anniversary Celebration. No other substantive items are on the agenda.

• Proposed rezoning of 2318, 2410, 2430 10th Avenue and 1001, 1015 Marquette Avenue
• Update on South Milwaukee Police Department Community Night Out
• Update on 125th Anniversary Celebration

Legislation & Permits Committee

The Legislation & Permits Committee is meeting to discuss recent police activity at Thirsty's, 500 Madison Avenue. The agenda includes only this discussion item, plus call to order and adjournment.

• Discussion of police activity at Thirsty's, 500 Madison Avenue

Board of Health

The South Milwaukee/St. Francis Board of Health will meet to approve minutes, hear reports from the Medical Advisor and Public Health Administrator, and discuss the 2023 proposed budget. The meeting includes updates on COVID-19 disease investigation, testing, and vaccination, as well as health program and staffing updates.

• 2023 Proposed Budget discussion
• COVID-19 update: disease investigation, testing, vaccination
• Health program updates
• Department staffing updates
• Approval of minutes from May 12, 2022 meeting

The Board of Health approved the 2023 proposed budget, which includes a 5% decrease in the tax levy and is funded 60% by tax levy and 40% by grants. The board also approved minutes from the May 12, 2022 meeting. Updates were provided on COVID-19, including high community transmission and availability of bivalent Omicron boosters, flu shots, and monkeypox vaccine.

• Approved 2023 proposed budget (all aye)
• Approved minutes from May 12, 2022 meeting (all aye)

Public Works & Public Property Committee

The Public Works & Public Property Committee will meet to discuss and possibly vote on Milwaukee Avenue streetscaping and Bucyrus Commons amenities, as well as a possible flag pole bracketing installation on Milwaukee Avenue street poles. The committee will also discuss a possible motion regarding the Bucyrus Commons Use Policy and Special Event Policy.

• Discussion/possible motion on Milwaukee Avenue Streetscaping and Bucyrus Commons amenities
• Discussion on possible flag pole bracketing installation on Milwaukee Avenue street poles
• Discussion/possible motion on Bucyrus Commons Use Policy and Special Event Policy

Common Council

The South Milwaukee Common Council will discuss and possibly vote on several personnel matters, including accepting a fire department administrative assistant's resignation, and updating job descriptions for the Water/Wastewater Clerk and part-time Police Clerk positions. They will also consider an ordinance amendment regarding vicious dogs and receive the Fire Department's 2021 annual report.

• Discussion/possible motion on Fire Department Administrative Assistant Shannon Hrdlicka's resignation
• Discussion/possible motion on Water/Wastewater Clerk position description
• Discussion/possible motion on part-time Police Clerk position description
• Proposed ordinance to amend Section 23.20(A) of the Municipal Code pertaining to vicious dogs
• Resolution recognizing Curt Witynski and Gail Sumi for service to the League of Wisconsin Municipalities

The Common Council approved the consent agenda including minutes, vouchers totaling $4,384,440.67, financial reports, and pollworker appointments. It accepted resignations from an equipment operator, a part-time police clerk, and a fire department administrative assistant, and approved position descriptions for a water/wastewater clerk and part-time police clerk. The council also gave final approval to Ordinance No. 2230 amending the vicious dog section of the municipal code.

• Approved consent agenda including minutes, $4,384,440.67 in vouchers, financial reports, and pollworker appointments (unanimous)
• Accepted resignation of Equipment Operator Ryan Schoenike effective Sept. 9, 2022 (unanimous)
• Accepted resignation of part-time Police Clerk Amanda Look effective Sept. 9, 2022 (unanimous)
• Accepted resignation of Fire Dept. Admin. Asst. Shannon Hrdlicka effective Sept. 15, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved position description for Water/Wastewater Clerk (unanimous)
• Approved position description for part-time Police Clerk (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance No. 2230 amending vicious dog section of Municipal Code (unanimous)
• Received and filed 2021 Fire Department Annual Report (unanimous)

Public Hearing

The Common Council will hold a public hearing on September 6, 2022, to consider a Plan Commission recommendation to rezone five properties from M-2 Manufacturing to C-3 Central Business. The rezoning aims to align the properties with current commercial uses and future development. Public comments will be accepted at the hearing.

• Rezone 2318 10th Avenue, 2410 10th Avenue, 2430 10th Avenue, 1001 Marquette Avenue, and 1015 Marquette Avenue from M-2 Manufacturing to C-3 Central Business
• Public hearing scheduled for September 6, 2022 at 6:45 p.m. in Common Council Chambers, 2424 15th Avenue
• Contact City Engineer Kyle Vandercar at 414-762-2222 ext. 136 for questions

Legislation & Permits Committee

The Legislation & Permits Committee will discuss recent police activity at two South Milwaukee bars and consider a proposed ordinance amending the municipal code on vicious dogs. No final action is listed for the bar discussions; the dog ordinance is open to a possible motion. The meeting is otherwise procedural, with call to order and adjournment.

• Discussion of police activity at Thirsty's, 500 Madison Avenue
• Discussion of police activity at Buck & Cheryl's, 1435 Rawson Avenue
• Possible motion on ordinance amending Section 23.20(A) of Municipal Code on vicious dogs

Claims Committee

The Claims Committee is meeting to review and discuss several claims against the city, including whether to settle or deny them. The committee will go into closed session to discuss negotiations and legal strategy, then return to open session to take any necessary action. The agenda is largely procedural, with the substantive discussion happening behind closed doors.

• Closed session to discuss claims from Amarildo Ademaj, Juanita France & Guido Felix, Mark Howe, Thomas & Christine Ishag, Patti Nault, Vladimir Ndina, Marc Tranum, and Zion Lutheran Church/School
• Discussion of outstanding open claims and claims status report
• Motion to return to open session and take action on closed session items
• Approval of minutes from May 3, 2022 meeting

Library Board

The South Milwaukee Public Library Board of Trustees will meet to review August 2022 expenditures, discuss the strategic plan, and consider office furniture, the assistant library director position, operating hours, and the 2023 budget. The board may take action on any listed item.

• Expenditures from Operating Budget and Financial Statement for August 2022
• Expenditures from Library Trust/Gift Accounts for August 2022
• Strategic Plan Update and Discussion
• Office Furniture
• 2023 Budget

Plan Commission

The South Milwaukee Plan Commission is meeting to approve minutes, authorize a Request for Proposal for a city-owned vacant commercial property at 2318 10th Avenue, and discuss two façade-related items: the proposed 2023 Bucyrus Façade Improvement Grant program and proposed Commercial Façade Design Guidelines, both with recommendations to the Common Council. The meeting also sets the next meeting date.

• Approve issuance of Request for Proposal for city-owned vacant commercial property at 2318 10th Avenue
• Discussion of proposed 2023 Bucyrus Façade Improvement Grant program, pending Bucyrus Foundation approval
• Discussion of proposed Commercial Façade Design Guidelines
• Approval of minutes from June 28, 2022 meeting

Common Council

The South Milwaukee Common Council will discuss and possibly vote on several items, including awarding a contract for lead service line replacement, amending ordinances on vicious dogs and vacant building registration, and extending a property assessment revaluation deadline. The meeting also includes a request for a city building fiber connection project.

• Contract award to Earth X, LLC for 2022 Private Lead Service Line Replacement in base amount of $82,250
• Proposed ordinance amendment to Section 23.20(A) regarding vicious dogs
• Proposed ordinance amendment to Section 16.27.1 regarding vacant building registration
• Request from Tyler Technologies to extend assessment revaluation from August 8 to September 20, 2022
• Discussion on city building fiber connection project

The Common Council approved a contract for the 2022 Private Lead Service Line Replacement to Earth X, LLC in the base amount of $82,250, as recommended by the City Engineer and Water/Wastewater Superintendent. The council also approved a fiber engineering agreement with Multimedia Communications & Engineering, not to exceed $65,000, plus an alternative for fiber installation up to $360,000, funded by ARPA. Several other items were approved, including a bartender license, resignations, appointments, and first readings of ordinances on vicious dogs and vacant building registration.

• Approved consent agenda including vouchers of $1,720,057.12 (unanimous)
• Accepted resignation of Administrative Assistant Jean Peashey (unanimous)
• Approved updated position description for part-time Administrative Assistant (unanimous)
• Approved bartender license for Amanda A. Bottoni (unanimous)
• Gave first reading to vicious dog ordinance amendment, referred to committee (unanimous)
• Gave first reading to vacant building registration ordinance amendment, referred to committee (unanimous)
• Awarded $82,250 lead service line replacement contract to Earth X, LLC (unanimous)
• Approved $65,000 fiber engineering agreement with Multimedia Communications & Engineering (unanimous)

Legislation & Permits Committee

The Legislation & Permits Committee will discuss and possibly vote on bartender license applications for the 2022-2023 period and a proposed ordinance amending the municipal code on vicious dogs. The meeting is scheduled for August 16, 2022, at 5:30 p.m. in the Committee Room.

• Bartender license applications by Jacquelyn Hillestad, 8934 S. 26th St., Oak Creek and Amanda A. Bottoni, 8815 S. Carol Ct., Oak Creek
• Proposed ordinance to amend Section 23.20(A) of the Municipal Code pertaining to vicious dogs

Board of Municipal Canvassers

The Board of Municipal Canvassers is meeting to canvass provisional absentee ballots from the August 9, 2022 Partisan Primary Election. The meeting is procedural and required by state law.

• Canvass of provisional absentee ballots from the August 9, 2022 Partisan Primary Election
• Meeting held at City Administration Building, 2424 15 Avenue Committee Room
• Meeting time: 8:30 a.m.

Library Board

The South Milwaukee Public Library Board of Trustees will meet to discuss and potentially act on several items, including the strategic plan, office furniture, the assistant library director position, emergency safety planning, a trustee vacancy, officer elections, fundraising, and sales of canvas bags and snacks. The board will also review minutes and financial statements.

• Strategic Plan Update and Discussion
• Office Furniture
• Assistant Library Director Position
• Emergency Safety Planning
• Trustee Vacancy and Officer Elections

Common Council

The Common Council will discuss several items, including a resolution for a DNR financial assistance agreement, updates on the June 13 storm, a possible mural project, banners for the central business district, and directing staff to pursue an agreement for securitizing opioid settlement funds. The council will also convene in closed session to discuss legal strategies related to the Monsanto class action settlement.

• Resolution authorizing DNR Principal Forgiven Financial Assistance Agreement
• Update on June 13 storm and subsequent issues
• Possible public mural project at 1029 Milwaukee Avenue
• Discussion on banners along 10th Avenue in central business district
• Motion to pursue securitization of opioid settlement funds

The Common Council approved a consent agenda including financial reports and vouchers, reappointed Library Board members, and adopted an ordinance amending union employee salaries and benefits. It also approved several liquor and bartender licenses, denied two bartender applications, authorized a public works contract, created a loading zone, and scheduled a public hearing for rezoning multiple properties. The council also approved a mural project and directed the city attorney to pursue a lump sum opiate settlement.

• Adopted consent agenda including $1,712,567.20 in vouchers (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2228 amending union employee salaries/benefits (unanimous)
• Approved bartender license for Katrina M. Conley (unanimous)
• Approved Class B Combination license for 47th Ave. Corp. at 1902 17th Ave. (unanimous)
• Denied bartender license for Lynn Mae Nolan (unanimous)
• Denied bartender license for Deborah A. Lucas (unanimous)
• Authorized $179,522 contract with D.C. Burbach, Inc. (unanimous)
• Scheduled public hearing for rezoning 5 properties from M-2 to C-3 on Sept. 6, 2022 (unanimous)

Public Works & Public Property Committee

The Public Works & Public Property Committee will review bids and recommend a contract for concrete pavement replacement on Marshall Avenue, consider two parking-related ordinances, and discuss uncontrolled intersections on 3rd and 4th Avenues. The meeting is scheduled for July 19, 2022, at 5:30 p.m. in the Committee Room at the City Administration Building.

• Review bids and recommend contract for Marshall Avenue Concrete Pavement Replacement and Miscellaneous Repair Areas
• Ordinance to create a loading zone for disabled persons at 1313 Missouri Avenue (St. Mary's Manor)
• Ordinance to prohibit parking on north side of Menomonee Avenue west of 9th Avenue and west side of 12th Avenue north of Michigan Avenue
• Discussion on uncontrolled intersections on 3rd and 4th Avenues between Marion and Michigan Avenues

Legislation & Permits Committee

The South Milwaukee Legislation & Permits Committee will hold a license revocation/suspension/non-renewal hearing for Katrina M. Conley, then discuss a new Class 'B' Combination license with beer garden/patio seating for 17th Ave. Corp and four bartender license applications. The committee may enter closed session to deliberate after the hearing.

• License revocation/suspension/non-renewal hearing for Katrina M. Conley, 800 Milwaukee Avenue
• Class 'B' Combination license application by 17th Ave. Corp, agent Bakul Desai, for 1902 17th Avenue, including beer garden/patio seating for 2022-2023
• Bartender license applications by Jorge A. Carrillo, Lynn Mae Nolan, Deborah A. Lucas, and Katie C. Allard for 2022-2023

Water & Wastewater Commission

The South Milwaukee Water & Wastewater Commission is meeting to discuss and vote on several operational items, including billing adjustments for four properties, the June 13th storm and June 19th boil advisory, and PFAS/PFOA in drinking water. The commission will also approve meeting minutes and water utility vouchers.

• Discussion/motion on billing adjustments for 618 Aspen St., 410 Marion Ave., 718 Milwaukee Ave., 1205 Milwaukee Ave.
• Discussion of June 13th storm and June 19th boil advisory
• Discussion of PFAS/PFOA in drinking water
• Approval of Water Utility vouchers

Police & Fire Commission

The South Milwaukee Board of Police and Fire Commissioners is holding a special meeting to discuss and possibly vote on extending a provisional job offer to a police officer candidate, appointing a candidate contingent on background and medical checks, and creating a new eligibility list for police officer positions. The agenda also includes updating the status of hiring processes and approving minutes from the June 14, 2022 meeting.

• Discussion/possible motion to authorize Chief Jessup to extend a provisional offer of employment to a police officer candidate
• Discussion/possible motion to appoint a police officer candidate contingent on background investigation, medical/physical exam, and psychological evaluation
• Discussion/possible motion on creating a new eligibility list for Police Officer
• Discussion/possible motion on updating status of hiring processes for police officer candidates
• Approval of minutes from June 14, 2022 meeting

Library Board

The South Milwaukee Public Library Board of Trustees will meet to approve minutes and expenditures, hear reports, and discuss the strategic plan, capital improvements including painting and office furniture, the Stosick project, emergency safety planning, marketing, and a trustee vacancy.

• Expenditures from Operating Budget and Financial Statement for June 2022
• Expenditures from Library Trust/Gift Accounts Financial Statement for June 2022
• Capital Improvement – Painting Updates
• Office Furniture
• Trustee Vacancy

Plan Commission

The South Milwaukee Plan Commission will discuss and possibly approve development criteria for a city-owned vacant lot at 2001 7th Avenue and discuss staff directives for a vacant commercial parcel at 2318 10th Avenue. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from previous meetings and scheduling the next meeting.

• Discussion and approval of development criteria for city-owned vacant lot at 2001 7th Avenue
• Discussion and possible recommendation for development staff directives for city-owned vacant commercial parcel at 2318 10th Avenue
• Approval of minutes from May 24, 2022 regular meeting and June 7, 2022 special meeting

Common Council

The South Milwaukee Common Council will discuss and possibly vote on several items, including bartender license applications, a request from Regal Rexnord to expand the Falk fill site, and a contract for pavement rehabilitation. They will also consider a resolution for TID 1 expense reimbursement and receive updates on downtown planning and the Bucyrus Club.

• Bartender license applications for 2022-2023 by John D. Narloch and Melissa Hirthe
• Regal Rexnord request for vertical expansion of Falk fill site at 1200 13th Avenue, north of Rawson Avenue
• Contract award for 14th Avenue Pavement Rehabilitation project
• Resolution to allow TID 1 to reimburse city funds for TID expenses
• Updates on Downtown Strategic Planning and Bucyrus Club & Event Center

The Common Council approved a base contract of $820,048.04 for the 14th Avenue Pavement Rehabilitation project, funded by capital project funds and storm water utility. It also approved a vertical expansion of the Falk fill site for Regal Rexnord, accepted a resignation, and approved licenses and appointments. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved $820,048.04 contract for 14th Avenue Pavement Rehabilitation (all aye)
• Approved Regal Rexnord vertical expansion of Falk fill site at 1200 13th Ave (all aye)
• Accepted resignation of Water/Wastewater Billing Clerk Kathleen Briesemeister effective July 8, 2022 (all aye)
• Approved bartender licenses for John D. Narloch and Melissa Hirthe (all aye)
• Adopted Resolution No. 22-15 to allow TID 1 to reimburse city funds for TID expenses (all aye)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes, Junk Dealer license for Haulaholic LLC, poll worker appointments, and July 4th judges (all aye)

Public Works & Public Property Committee

The Public Works & Public Property Committee is meeting to review Regal Rexnord's request for a vertical expansion of the Falk fill site at 1200 13th Avenue, ahead of a WDNR application, and to review bids for the 14th Avenue Pavement Rehabilitation project with a recommendation to award or reject. The City Engineer will also update on projects in progress. The agenda is otherwise procedural (call to order, adjourn).

• Review of Regal Rexnord vertical expansion request for Falk fill site at 1200 13th Avenue, north of Rawson Avenue
• Review of bids for 14th Avenue Pavement Rehabilitation with recommended action to award or reject
• City Engineer's update on projects in progress

Legislation & Permits Committee

The Legislation & Permits Committee will discuss and possibly vote on bartender license applications for 2022-2023, and receive updates on reviewing municipal code chapters covering police, fire, health, and tree/shrub/weed/grass regulations. The meeting is scheduled for June 21, 2022 at 6:45 p.m. in the Committee Room at 2424 15th Avenue, South Milwaukee.

• Bartender license applications for 2022-2023 from Melissa A. Hirthe, 3725 E. Denton Ave., St. Francis and John D. Narloch, 1400 Missouri Ave.
• Update on review of Chapter 6 (Police Department) of the South Milwaukee Municipal Code
• Discussion on review of Chapter 7 (Fire Department), Chapter 8 (Health Department), and Chapter 9 (Tree, Shrub, Weed and Grass Regulations)

Joint Review Board

The Joint Review Board will review annual reports for TID No. 1, 2, 3, and 5, and consider approval of a resolution regarding a proposed Project Plan Amendment for TID No. 2. The board may also approve minutes from a prior meeting and schedule future meetings.

• Review of Annual Reports for TID No. 1, TID No. 2, TID No. 3, and TID No. 5
• Discussion/possible motion on Common Council Resolution 22-12 regarding TID No. 2 Project Plan Amendment
• Approval of minutes from May 19, 2022 meeting

Police & Fire Commission

The South Milwaukee Board of Police and Fire Commissioners will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes from May 24, 2022, and discuss a possible motion to appoint John Litchford as Fire Chief for the City of South Milwaukee Fire Department. The meeting is scheduled for June 14, 2022, at 6:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers.

• Appointment of John Litchford as Fire Chief
• Approval of minutes from May 24, 2022 meeting

Common Council

The South Milwaukee Common Council will vote on a consent agenda, discuss personnel matters including a fire chief candidate's wage rate, consider a tax incremental district amendment, and award a sewer lining contract. The agenda also includes a closed session to discuss acquiring properties on Milwaukee Avenue.

• Approval of vouchers totaling $3,044,704.05
• Discussion of wage rate for Fire Chief candidate John Litchford
• Resolution approving Amendment No. 3 to Tax Incremental District No. 2
• Award contract for 2022 Sanitary Sewer CIPP Liner Installation
• Closed session to discuss acquisition of 1208/1210 Milwaukee Avenue

The Common Council approved several contracts and resolutions, including a $256,060 sewer liner project, up to $135,000 for two wood chippers, and a $5,000 contingency for Independence Day events. It also authorized acquiring two Milwaukee Avenue properties from Milwaukee County for $1.00, and approved various licenses, resignations, and position descriptions.

• Approved 2022 Sanitary Sewer CIPP Liner Installation to Visu Sewer for $256,060 (all aye)
• Permitted purchase of two wood chippers from Vermeer Wisconsin up to $135,000 (all aye)
• Approved $5,000 from contingency funds for Independence Day celebration (all aye)
• Authorized agreement with Milwaukee County to acquire 1208/1210 Milwaukee Ave for $1.00 (all aye)
• Adopted Resolution 22-12 approving TID No. 2 Project Plan Amendment No. 3 (all aye except Clark)
• Adopted Resolution 22-13 approving Certified Survey Map at 1100 Milwaukee Ave (all aye)
• Adopted Resolution 22-14 approving Certified Survey Map at 1022 Milwaukee Ave (all aye)
• Approved bartender license for Amanda R. Lepkowski (all aye)

Plan Commission

The South Milwaukee Plan Commission will discuss and possibly vote on two Certified Survey Maps: one to divide a 28.17-acre property at 1100 Milwaukee Avenue into two lots, and another to combine lots at 1022 Milwaukee Avenue. The commission will also enter closed session to discuss negotiation strategies for the possible acquisition of 1208/1210 Milwaukee Avenue, then return to open session for any required action.

• Certified Survey Map to divide 28.17-acre property at 1100 Milwaukee Avenue into two lots
• Certified Survey Map to combine lots at 1022 Milwaukee Avenue
• Closed session to discuss negotiation strategies for possible acquisition of 1208/1210 Milwaukee Avenue
• Next meeting scheduled for June 28, 2022 at 6:30 p.m.

Board of Review

The Board of Review met to call the session into session. The meeting was adjourned to September 27, 2022, because the assessment roll was not completed.

• Adjournment of Board of Review to September 27, 2022

Board of Review

The Board of Review will meet to administer oaths of office and approve previous minutes. The body will discuss electing a Chairman and Vice Chairman and set the date for future meetings.

• Election of Chairman and Vice Chairman
• Administration of Oath of Office for the Board of Review and City Assessor
• Approval of August 24, 2021 meeting minutes
• Confirmation of mandatory training requirements per Wis.70.46 (4)

Public Hearing

The South Milwaukee Plan Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a proposed Project Plan Amendment for Tax Incremental District (TID) No. 2. Residents may attend to provide input on the amendment.

• Public hearing for TID No. 2 Project Plan Amendment

Police & Fire Commission

The South Milwaukee Board of Police and Fire Commissioners is holding a special meeting to discuss and possibly vote on making a provisional job offer to one police officer candidate based on written exam and panel interview results. They will also consider approving the appointment contingent on background, medical, and psychological checks. The meeting is scheduled for May 24, 2022, at 5:30 p.m. in the City Administration Building.

• Discussion/possible motion on provisional offer of employment to one police officer candidate
• Discussion/possible motion on appointment contingent on background investigation, medical/physical exam, and psychological evaluation

Plan Commission

The South Milwaukee Plan Commission will hold a public hearing and vote on Amendment No. 3 to the Tax Incremental District No. 2 project plan. They will also discuss a vision for the vacant city-owned parcel at 2001 7th Avenue. The meeting includes approval of prior minutes and scheduling the next meeting.

• Public hearing and vote on Amendment No. 3 to TID No. 2 Project Plan
• Discussion of vision for vacant city-owned parcel at 2001 7th Avenue
• Approval of minutes from April 26, 2022 meeting
• Next meeting scheduled for June 28, 2022 at 6:30 p.m.

Joint Review Board

The Joint Review Board will hold a meeting to review a proposed amendment to the Project Plan for Tax Increment District No. 2. The agenda includes a brief presentation of the proposed amendment and the approval of previous meeting minutes.

• Presentation of proposed TID No. 2 Project Plan Amendment

Common Council

The South Milwaukee Common Council meets May 17, 2022, to act on a consent agenda, consider canceling two summer meetings, and discuss several liquor and beer license applications for the 2022-2023 period. The council will also consider updated job descriptions, a police officer's resignation, and a closed-session item on a former employee's separation agreement.

• Consent agenda: approve May 3, 2022 minutes and 2022-2023 license renewals
• Possible cancellation of July 5 and August 2, 2022 council meetings
• License applications for Mi Casita Restaurant (800 Milwaukee Ave), Bosses Sports Bar & Grill (1202 Milwaukee Ave), and others
• Loading zone for Spirits Bar & Grill (922 Milwaukee Ave) for Summerfest shuttle, June 23-July 9
• Closed session on separation agreement for former employee

The Common Council approved a separation agreement, waiver, and release with Ivan Zaremba after a closed session. Several liquor licenses and permits were approved, and two summer meetings were cancelled. The council also accepted a police officer's resignation and received the library's annual report.

• Approved separation agreement with Ivan Zaremba (unanimous)
• Approved 'Class B' Combination license for Mi Casita Restaurant at 800 Milwaukee Ave (unanimous)
• Approved consumption permit for Atwood Hwy BBQ at 925 Madison Ave (unanimous)
• Approved loading zone for Spirits Bar & Grill during Summerfest shuttle dates (unanimous)
• Approved 'Class A' Liquor and Beer license for Bosses Sports Bar & Grill at 1202 Milwaukee Ave (unanimous)
• Approved 'Class B' Combination license for Norbert Polacheck at 929 Madison Ave (unanimous)
• Approved 'Class B' Combination license for Thirsty's at 500 Madison Ave with beer garden (unanimous)
• Cancelled July 5 and August 2, 2022 Common Council meetings (unanimous)

Legislation & Permits Committee

The Legislation & Permits Committee is meeting to discuss and possibly vote on several liquor and bartender license applications for the 2022-2023 period. The agenda includes a Class A liquor/Class A beer license for Bosses Sports Bar & Grill, Class B combination licenses for two Madison Avenue premises, and four bartender license applications. All items are discussion/possible motion, meaning decisions may be made at this meeting.

• Class A liquor and Class A beer license for Bosses Sports Bar & Grill, LLC (Kenneth Harper, agent) at 1202 Milwaukee Avenue, plus a bartender license for Harper for 2021-2022
• Class B combination license for Norbert Polacheck at 929 Madison Avenue
• Class B combination license for Thirsty's LLC (Kim Iwinski, agent) at 500 Madison Avenue
• Bartender licenses for Katrina M. Conley, Stacy J. Kelly, Amanda R. Lepkowski, and Antonio M. Willingham

Board of Health

The South Milwaukee/St. Francis Board of Health is meeting to receive reports on COVID-19, health programs, staffing, and the 2021 annual report. They will also consider revised bylaws and elect a Chair, Vice Chair, and Secretary. The meeting includes approval of minutes from February 17, 2022.

• COVID-19 update: disease investigation, testing, vaccination
• Health Department Annual Report 2021
• Revised Board of Health Bylaws
• Board of Health member elections for Chair, Vice Chair, Secretary
• Approval of minutes from February 17, 2022 meeting

The Board of Health approved the revised bylaws, with a note that a related ordinance change will be recommended. The board also elected Cyndi Kieck as Chair, Jerry Bzdawka as Vice Chair, and Cassie Hadley as Secretary. The 2021 Annual Report was received and forwarded to the Common Councils.

• Approved minutes from February 17, 2022 meeting
• Received 2021 Annual Report and forwarded to Common Councils
• Approved revised Board of Health Bylaws
• Elected Cyndi Kieck as Chair, Jerry Bzdawka as Vice Chair, Cassie Hadley as Secretary

Police & Fire Commission

The South Milwaukee Board of Police and Fire Commissioners held a special meeting to consider personnel matters. The closed session discussion specifically related to the position of Fire Chief for the South Milwaukee Fire Department.

• Closed session regarding employment, promotion, compensation, or performance evaluation data
• Discussion relating to the position of Fire Chief for the South Milwaukee Fire Department

Police & Fire Commission

The Board of Police and Fire Commissioners will review the 2021 Police Department Annual Report. The Commission also plans to enter a closed session to discuss the position of Fire Chief for the South Milwaukee Fire Department.

• Presentation of the 2021 Police Department Annual Report
• Closed session discussion regarding the Fire Chief position

Water & Wastewater Commission

The Commission will review minutes from the previous meeting and consider requests for adjustments regarding 717 Edgewood Ave. and 1005 Columbia Ave. The agenda also includes facility, personnel, and operational updates along with the approval of water utility vouchers.

• Adjustment requests for 717 Edgewood Ave.
• Adjustment requests for 1005 Columbia Ave.
• Approval of Water Utility vouchers

Common Council

The South Milwaukee Common Council will vote on consent agenda items, including $2.85M in vouchers, and discuss several licenses and contracts. Key items include a possible denial of a bartender license, a new Class B license for Euro Sport Café, and an amendment to the Heritage Reserve development agreement. The council will also consider purchasing a backhoe loader for $147,170 and receive the 2021 Police Department annual report.

• Approval of vouchers totaling $2,853,334.90
• Possible denial of bartender license for Ann M. Lyons
• Class B license application for Euro Sport Café at 213 N. Chicago Avenue
• Amendment to Heritage Reserve development agreement to remove 6-unit townhouse requirement
• Purchase of 2021 Caterpillar 420 XE Backhoe Loader for $147,170

The Common Council approved several routine items, including a $147,170 purchase of a Caterpillar backhoe loader and a resolution to amend a development agreement with South Milwaukee Condo, LLC to remove a townhouse requirement. It also denied a Class B combination license for Euro Sport Cafe and approved a bartender license for Ann M. Lyons. All other motions passed unanimously.

• Approved consent agenda including minutes, financial reports, and vouchers totaling $2,853,334.90 (unanimous)
• Accepted resignation of Code Enforcement Inspector David Krey effective April 21, 2022 (unanimous)
• Adopted CDL Training Requirements Policy (unanimous)
• Approved bartender license for Ann M. Lyons (5-3)
• Denied Class B Combination license for Euro Sport Cafe at 213 N. Chicago Avenue (unanimous)
• Authorized amendment to Development Agreement with South Milwaukee Condo, LLC to eliminate 6-unit townhouse requirement (unanimous)
• Received and filed 2021 Police Department Annual Report (unanimous)
• Approved committee appointments and authorized purchase of 2021 Caterpillar 420 XE Backhoe Loader for $147,170 (unanimous)

Claims Committee

The Claims Committee is meeting to review minutes from a prior meeting and then enter closed session to discuss negotiations to settle or deny several claims, including those from Vladimir Ndina, Juanita Franco & Felix Guido, Kayla Copus, Hal Mazzoni, David Lemke, Justin Ruxon, and Zion Lutheran Church & School, as well as any other claims received since the last meeting. The committee will also discuss outstanding open claims and a claims status report. After closed session, they will return to open session to take any necessary action.

• Closed session under Wisconsin Statute 19.85(1)(e)&(g) to discuss claim negotiations and legal strategy
• Claims by Vladimir Ndina, Juanita Franco & Felix Guido, Kayla Copus, Hal Mazzoni, David Lemke, Justin Ruxon, Zion Lutheran Church & School
• Review of February 1, 2022 meeting minutes
• Discussion of outstanding open claims and claims status report

Legislation & Permits Committee

The Legislation & Permits Committee will meet to discuss two liquor license applications. The committee will consider a bartender license for the 2021-2022 period and a Class B Combination license for Euro Sport Café, LLC.

• Bartender license application filed by Ann Lyons
• Class B Combination license application for Euro Sport Café, LLC at 213 N. Chicago Avenue

Legislation & Permits Committee

The Legislation & Permits Committee will meet to discuss two liquor license applications. The items include a bartender license for the 2021-2022 period and a Class B Combination license for 213 N. Chicago Avenue.

• Bartender license application for the 2021-2022 period filed by Ann Lyons
• Class B Combination license application for Euro Sport Café, LLC at 213 N. Chicago Avenue

Library Board

The South Milwaukee Public Library Board of Trustees is meeting to handle routine business and discuss several agenda items. They will review April expenditures and financial statements, hear reports from the director and committees, and discuss the Bucyrus Foundation Grant, strategic planning, and the Stosick Project. The board may take action on any listed item.

• Expenditures from Operating Budget and Financial Statement for April 2022
• Expenditures from Library Trust/Gift Accounts Financial Statement for April 2022
• Bucyrus Foundation Grant discussion
• Strategic Plan – Trustee Survey, Planning Committee, and List of Organizations
• Stosick Project Updates

Plan Commission

The South Milwaukee Plan Commission is meeting to discuss a proposed redevelopment of 1100 Milwaukee Avenue into 160 residential units and a restaurant, including a planned development zoning ordinance and possible financing. They will also review a Certified Survey Map to split the property, consider amendments to two tax incremental financing districts, and get an update on a downtown strategic plan.

• Discussion of Scott Crawford project at 1100 Milwaukee Ave: 160 residential units, restaurant, site improvements
• Review of Certified Survey Map to divide 1100 Milwaukee Ave into two parcels with easements
• Overview of TID No. 2 amendment as donor TID to TID No. 5; public hearing scheduled for May 24, 2022
• Review of Heritage Reserve (South Milwaukee Condo, LLC) amendment to eliminate 6-unit townhouse requirement
• Update on creation of downtown strategic plan

Police & Fire Commission

The South Milwaukee Board of Police and Fire Commissioners is holding a special meeting to conduct closed-session assessments for Fire Chief candidates and to discuss possible hiring actions for police officer candidates. The board may make provisional offers and approve appointments contingent on background and medical checks.

• Closed session to conduct assessment center for Fire Chief candidates
• Possible provisional job offer to one police officer candidate
• Possible approval of police officer appointment contingent on background, medical, and psychological checks

Common Council

The South Milwaukee Common Council will consider issuing $10,095,000 in general obligation promissory notes and possibly authorize buying an ambulance. They will also discuss paid time off and vacation policies for certain employees, and may act on repurposing buildings at 1100 Milwaukee Avenue. Other items include appointments to boards and commissions, a downtown strategic plan, and merging the Water and Wastewater Departments.

• Resolution to issue $10,095,000 General Obligation Promissory Notes, Series 2022A
• Possible motion to authorize purchase of an ambulance
• Discussion on repurposing buildings at 1100 Milwaukee Avenue
• Possible motion to formalize merger of Water and Wastewater Departments
• Discussion on creating a downtown strategic plan

The Common Council approved several financial and administrative items, including a $10,095,000 general obligation promissory note sale, an ambulance purchase up to $246,125, and a motion to direct staff and the Plan Commission to prepare a zoning ordinance for repurposing buildings at 1100 Milwaukee Ave. The council also formalized the merger of the Water and Wastewater departments and approved various appointments and policy changes.

• Approved Resolution 22-11 authorizing $10,095,000 GO Promissory Notes, Series 2022A (unanimous)
• Authorized ambulance purchase from North Central Emergency Vehicles up to $246,125 (unanimous)
• Directed staff and Plan Commission to prepare zoning ordinance for 1100 Milwaukee Ave (unanimous)
• Formalized merger of Water and Wastewater departments (unanimous)
• Approved $2,716,538.87 in vouchers for period ending March 31, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved mayor's appointments to boards and commissions (unanimous)
• Authorized agreement with Retail Strategies for downtown strategic plan up to $25,000 (unanimous)
• Granted Water/Wastewater Facilities Manager two weeks vacation upon start (unanimous)

Common Council

The Common Council will hold a public hearing on April 19, 2022, to consider changing the zoning of part of the property at 1100 Milwaukee Avenue from M-2 Industrial to a Planned Development District. The rezoning would allow repurposing buildings for 160 residential units and commercial use, with site improvements. A Certified Survey Map will define the rezoned boundary, pending Plan Commission approval.

• Rezoning 1100 Milwaukee Avenue from M-2 Industrial to Planned Development District
• Proposal includes 160 residential units and commercial use
• Public hearing scheduled for April 19, 2022 at 6:00 p.m.
• Certified Survey Map to determine rezoned property boundary
• Contact Patrick Brever, Assistant City Administrator, at 414-768-8051

Notice of Public Hearing on Proposal to Change Zoning

The South Milwaukee Common Council will hold a public hearing on April 19, 2022, to consider rezoning part of the property at 1100 Milwaukee Avenue from M-2 Industrial to a Planned Development District. The rezoning would allow repurposing buildings for 160 residential units and commercial use, with site improvements. The public can attend or submit written comments.

• Rezone portion of 1100 Milwaukee Avenue from M-2 Industrial to Planned Development District
• Proposal allows 160 residential units and commercial use
• Certified Survey Map to be approved by Plan Commission
• Public hearing at Common Council Chambers, 2424 15th Avenue, South Milwaukee

Notice of Public Hearing on Proposal to Change Zoning

The South Milwaukee Common Council will hold a public hearing on April 19, 2022, regarding a proposal to change the zoning for a portion of the property at 1100 Milwaukee Avenue. The proposal seeks to rezone the land from M-2 Industrial to a Planned Development District to allow for 160 residential units and commercial use. This is a hearing on the proposal; the final decision on the ordinance will follow the public comment period.

• Public hearing scheduled for April 19, 2022, at 6:00 p.m. in Common Council Chambers
• Proposal to rezone portion of 1100 Milwaukee Avenue from M-2 Industrial to Planned Development District
• Development plan includes 160 residential units and commercial use
• Written comments may be submitted to Patrick Brever, Assistant City Administrator

Notice of Public Hearing on Proposal to Change Zoning

The South Milwaukee Common Council will hold a public hearing to consider changing the zoning of part of 1100 Milwaukee Avenue from M-2 Industrial to a Planned Development District. The proposal includes repurposing buildings for 160 residential units and commercial use.

• Proposed rezoning of 1100 Milwaukee Avenue from M-2 Industrial to Planned Development District
• Proposal for 160 residential units and commercial use
• Public hearing on the ordinance to change the zoning code

Police & Fire Commission

The South Milwaukee Board of Police and Fire Commissioners will hold a regular meeting to consider certifying a police officer eligibility list and authorizing background checks and interviews to fill one vacancy. The board will also enter closed session to discuss the Fire Chief position, then return to open session for any action.

• Certification of police officer eligibility list
• Authorize Chief Jessup to begin background/interview process for one police officer vacancy
• Closed session per Wis. Stats. 19.85(1)(c) to discuss Fire Chief position
• Approval of minutes from eight prior meetings

Board of Municipal Canvassers

The Board of Municipal Canvassers is meeting to canvass the April 5, 2022 Spring Election and Special Election for Mayor, including any provisional absentee ballots. This is a procedural meeting required by state law to certify election results.

• Canvass of April 5, 2022 Spring Election
• Canvass of Special Election for Mayor
• Review of provisional absentee ballots

Water & Wastewater Commission

The South Milwaukee Water & Wastewater Commission will consider several operational items, including water bill adjustments for three properties, a policy on such adjustments, the purchase of a Caterpillar backhoe loader, advertising for a sewer lining project, a remote SCADA system for the water tower, and water main work tied to a storm sewer project. The meeting also includes approval of minutes and utility vouchers.

• Request for adjustments from 3709 9th Ave., 1621 Milwaukee Ave, 1642 Missouri Ave
• Water and Sewer Bill Adjustment Policy discussion
• Purchase of Caterpillar 420 XE Backhoe Loader from Fabick Cat
• Advertise 2022 3rd district sewer lining project
• Purchase/install High Tide Technologies remote SCADA system and dialer for water tower

Common Council

The South Milwaukee Common Council is holding a special meeting to discuss and possibly act on several infrastructure and administrative items, including reviewing bids for storm sewer improvements, authorizing advertising for asphalt repairs, and applying for a WDNR runoff management grant. The council will also consider paid time off for a code enforcement inspector candidate and forming a 125th Anniversary Committee. A closed session is scheduled for labor negotiation strategy and a potential claim by a former employee.

• Review bids and recommend contract award for 3rd District Storm Sewer Improvements
• Authorize City Engineer to advertise contract for various asphalt repairs
• Resolution authorizing application to WDNR for Runoff Management Grant
• Paid time off for Code Enforcement Inspector candidate
• 125th Anniversary Committee formation

The Common Council unanimously approved a $319,842 contract with Earth-X, LLC for 3% District Storm Sewer Improvements, funded by the Storm Water Utility. It also authorized advertising for asphalt repairs, applied for a DNR runoff grant, granted vacation time to a code enforcement inspector, and created a 125th Anniversary Committee. The council entered closed session for labor negotiations and took no action afterward.

• Approved $319,842 storm sewer contract with Earth-X, LLC (unanimous)
• Authorized City Engineer to advertise asphalt repair contracts (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 22-10 to apply for DNR Runoff Management Grant (unanimous)
• Granted Code Enforcement Inspector Jasmyn Smith 24 vacation hours upon start and 48 hours in 2023 (unanimous)
• Created 7-person 125th Anniversary Committee expiring 12/31/2022 (unanimous)
• Entered closed session for labor negotiations and potential claim (unanimous)
• Returned to open session and took no action on closed session items (unanimous)

Common Council

The South Milwaukee Common Council will vote on consent agenda items including a $5,059,835.44 voucher schedule and appointments, and discuss or act on the 2022/2023 capital improvements program, the Bucyrus Commons project contract, and several personnel matters. The meeting also includes discussions on the city's 125th anniversary and the Ravine Life Station Improvement Project.

• Approval of vouchers totaling $5,059,835.44
• Award contract for Bucyrus Commons project
• Discussion on 2022/2023 capital improvements program
• Create limited term position for Bucyrus Commons project
• Appointments to Board of Health and pollworkers

Water & Wastewater Commission

The Commission will review minutes from the previous meeting and approve Water Utility vouchers. The agenda includes discussions regarding property adjustments for Missouri Ave. and 13th Ave., as well as security upgrades at the Wastewater Treatment Facility.

• Request for adjustments at 1640/1642 Missouri Ave. and 2109 13th Ave.
• Installation of new security door and locksets at the Wastewater Treatment Facility
• Discussion regarding Ravine Lift Station Hawthorne Ave. siphon installation
• Approval of Water Utility vouchers

Common Council

The South Milwaukee Common Council will vote on several items, including a proposed zoning change to create a Planned Development District for 160 residential units at 1100 Milwaukee Avenue, a certified survey map to split two properties on Columbia Avenue, and a conditional use permit for tattooing at 1013 Milwaukee Avenue. The council will also consider ordinances updating the Fire Department, Fire Prevention, and Plumbing Codes, plus routine consent agenda items.

• Public hearing scheduled for Planned Development District at 1100 Milwaukee Avenue for 160 residential units and commercial use
• Certified Survey Map to re-divide lands at 906 and 914 Columbia Avenue into 2 lots
• Conditional use permit to add tattooing to mixed commercial-residential use at 1013 Milwaukee Avenue
• Ordinance to repeal and replace Chapter 7 (Fire Department) and Chapter 27 (Fire Prevention) of Municipal Code
• Ordinance to amend Chapter 18 (Plumbing Code)

The Common Council unanimously adopted three ordinances repealing and replacing the Fire Department, Fire Prevention, and Plumbing Code chapters, plus a resolution closing out capital equipment purchases. It also approved a certified survey map for two lots on Columbia Avenue, a conditional use permit for tattooing at 1013 Milwaukee Avenue, and scheduled a public hearing for a Planned Development District at 1100 Milwaukee Avenue. All votes were unanimous with two members excused.

• Adopted consent agenda approving Feb 15 minutes and four board appointments (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 22-08 transferring funds to close capital equipment purchases (unanimous)
• Granted Economic Development Project Manager Ericka Lang three weeks vacation upon start (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 2225 repealing/replacing Chapter 7 Fire Department code (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 2226 repealing/replacing Chapter 27 Fire Prevention code (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 2227 amending Chapter 18 Plumbing Code (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 22-09 for Certified Survey Map at 906/914 Columbia Ave creating 2 lots (unanimous)
• Approved conditional use permit for tattooing at 1013 Milwaukee Ave (unanimous)

Legislation & Permits Committee

The Legislation & Permits Committee will meet to discuss and potentially motion on proposed changes to Chapter 18 of the Municipal Code regarding plumbing regulations.

• Proposed amendments to Chapter 18 of the Municipal Code pertaining to the Plumbing Code

Plan Commission

The South Milwaukee Plan Commission will hold a public hearing and consider a conditional use permit to allow tattooing at 1013 Milwaukee Avenue, review a certified survey map to split properties on Columbia Avenue, and discuss a proposal by Scott-Crawford, Inc. to repurpose buildings at the Bucyrus Campus into 160 residential units and commercial space. The commission may also recommend rezoning and other steps for the Bucyrus project to the Common Council.

• Conditional use permit for tattooing at 1013 Milwaukee Avenue
• Certified Survey Map to divide 906 and 914 Columbia Avenue into two lots (11,795 sq ft and 7,217 sq ft)
• Scott-Crawford proposal for 160 residential units and restaurant at 1100 Milwaukee Avenue
• Possible recommendation to schedule public hearing for Planned Development District zoning
• Proposed CSM to divide 28.17-acre Bucyrus Campus property into 2 lots

Plan Commission

The South Milwaukee Plan Commission will hold a public hearing on an application to amend the Conditional Use Permit for 1013 Milwaukee Avenue, zoned C-3 Central Business, to allow tattooing as part of a personal services establishment. The hearing is scheduled for February 22, 2022 at 6:00 p.m. in the City Hall Council Chambers. All interested persons are invited to attend and comment.

• Public hearing on amendment to Conditional Use Permit for 1013 Milwaukee Avenue
• Proposed use: tattooing as part of a personal services establishment
• Location zoned C-3 Central Business
• Hearing at City Hall Council Chambers, 2424 15th Avenue, South Milwaukee

Library Board

The South Milwaukee Public Library Board of Trustees will meet to discuss and potentially act on routine items such as minutes and expenditures, as well as a strategic plan follow-up with SKA Associates. The agenda also includes discussions on policies like collection development, technology guidelines, and a marketing plan.

• Strategic Plan Follow Up Meeting with SKA Associates (virtual)
• Expenditures from Operating Budget and Financial Statement for February 2021
• Expenditures from Library Trust/Gift Accounts Financial Statement for February 2021
• Collection Development (Grievance) Policy discussion
• Technology Guidelines discussion

Joint Finance and Public Works & Public Property Meeting

The Finance and Public Works & Public Property Committees are meeting jointly to discuss and possibly take action on the 2022/2023 Capital Improvements program. The agenda includes only this discussion item plus call to order and adjournment, so the meeting is focused on that single topic.

• Discussion/possible motion regarding the 2022/2023 Capital Improvements program

Board of Health

The South Milwaukee/St. Francis Board of Health is meeting to approve prior minutes and receive reports from the Medical Advisor and Public Health Administrator. The agenda includes a COVID-19 update on disease investigation, testing, and vaccination, plus health program and staffing updates. A Wisconsin Policy Forum report on public health in Milwaukee County will also be discussed.

• Approval of minutes from November 11, 2021 meeting
• COVID-19 update: disease investigation, testing, vaccination
• Health program updates
• Department staffing updates
• Wisconsin Policy Forum report on public health in Milwaukee County

The Board of Health approved the November 11, 2021 meeting minutes. Members heard reports on COVID-19 trends, vaccination rates, and a new state-approved PCR testing site starting March 1. No other formal decisions were made; the meeting was informational.

• Approved the November 11, 2021 meeting minutes (motion by V Dominski, second by C Hadley, all ayes).
• Noted the Health Department was approved as a state community testing site for PCR testing, starting around March 1, 2022, weekdays 9am-3pm through June.
• Heard that vaccination rates are 60% in South Milwaukee and 65% in St. Francis, with postcard reminders mailed to residents.
• Heard that COVID-19 contact tracing has shifted to outbreak management, except in schools.
• Heard that the 140 Review (state health department standards) is due in April 2022 and staff is working on it.
• Heard that Maternal Child Health focus this year is breastfeeding, with plans to certify two lactation consultants and work with workplaces in both cities.
• Heard that opioid overdose response includes a fatality review across four cities to determine intervention strategies.
• Adjourned (motion by J Bzdawka, second by V Dominski, all ayes).

Common Council

The South Milwaukee Common Council will vote on a consent agenda including vouchers totaling $15,036,656.30, and discuss several items including a liquor license application, position descriptions, a compensation market study, and resolutions on public depositories. The meeting also includes a reminder that the April 5 meeting is cancelled due to the Spring Election.

• Approve vouchers for period ending January 31, 2022: $15,036,656.30
• Class B liquor license for Atwood Hwy BBQ Company, LLC at 925 Madison Ave
• Agreement with Carlson Dettmann Consulting for compensation market study
• Resolutions designating public depositories and investment institutions
• Appointment of Paulette Smith as supplemental pollworker

The Common Council approved the consent agenda including $15,036,656.30 in vouchers, adopted resolutions designating public depositories, updated two position descriptions, approved a liquor license for Atwood Hwy BBQ, and authorized a $17,500 market study contract. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved consent agenda including $15,036,656.30 in vouchers (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 22-06 designating public depository (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 22-07 designating public depositories for investment (unanimous)
• Adopted updated Payroll/Communications Coordinator position description (unanimous)
• Adopted updated Environmental Health Specialist position description (unanimous)
• Approved Class B liquor license for Atwood Hwy BBQ Company at 925 Madison Avenue (unanimous)
• Authorized $17,500 market study contract with Carlson Dettman Consulting (unanimous)

Legislation & Permits Committee

The Legislation & Permits Committee will consider a Class "B" Combination license application for fermented malt beverages and intoxicating liquor for the 2021-2022 license period, filed by Atwood Hwy BBQ Company, LLC with Donteah Morehuse as agent, for the premises at 925 Madison Avenue. The meeting includes roll call and possible motion on the license, followed by adjournment.

• Class "B" Combination license application for 2021-2022 by Atwood Hwy BBQ Company, LLC/Donteah Morehuse, Agent
• Premises at 925 Madison Avenue

Water & Wastewater Commission

The South Milwaukee Water & Wastewater Commission will meet to review minutes, discuss and possibly vote on billing adjustments for six specific addresses, receive facility and personnel updates, and approve utility vouchers. The meeting is scheduled for Monday, February 14, 2022, at 6:00 P.M. in the Water Utility Conference Room.

• Discussion/motion on adjustments for 2808/2810 5th Ave., 813 N. Chicago Ave., 609 College Ave., 712 Park Ave., 517 Blake Ave.
• Approval of Water Utility vouchers
• Miscellaneous facility, personnel and operational updates
• Minutes of previous meeting

Legislation & Permits Committee

The Legislation & Permits Committee is meeting to discuss proposed amendments to Chapter 7 (Fire Department) and Chapter 27 (Fire Prevention, Protection and Control) of the South Milwaukee Municipal Code. No votes are scheduled; the agenda is limited to discussion and adjournment.

• Discussion on amending Chapter 7 of the Municipal Code (Fire Department)
• Discussion on amending Chapter 27 of the Municipal Code (Fire Prevention, Protection and Control)

Common Council

The Common Council is holding a special meeting to hear a presentation from the Southeastern Wisconsin Regional Planning Commission on the Oak Creek Watershed Restoration Plan and to discuss a possible motion to adopt a resolution approving the plan, which was introduced at the January 18, 2022 meeting.

• Presentation by Southeastern Wisconsin Regional Planning Commission on Oak Creek Watershed Restoration Plan
• Discussion and possible motion to adopt resolution adopting the Restoration Plan

The Common Council held a special meeting and heard a presentation on the Oak Creek Watershed Restoration Plan from the Southeastern Wisconsin Regional Planning Commission. The council then voted unanimously to adopt Resolution No. 22-05, which adopts the restoration plan. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Adopted Resolution No. 22-05, adopting the Oak Creek Watershed Restoration Plan (unanimous)

Legislation & Permits Committee

The Legislation & Permits Committee will meet to discuss a Class “B” Combination license application. The application includes provisions for fermented malt beverages, intoxicating liquor, and outside seating at 800 Milwaukee Avenue.

• Class “B” Combination license application for Mi Casita Restaurant, LLC

Common Council

The Common Council will vote on several items, including a contract for reviewing Street Department facilities, advertising for bridge repairs and storm sewer improvements, and a liquor license application. They will also discuss the resignation of a city employee and compensation for the Acting Fire Chief.

• Contract with Barrientos Design & Consulting for Street Department Facilities review, $11,426
• Authorize advertising for 2022 Bridge Repairs and Associated Pavement Replacement
• Authorize advertising for storm sewer improvements in the 3rd District
• Class B liquor license application for Mi Casita Restaurant at 800 Milwaukee Ave
• Resolution to apply for Wisconsin DNR Safe Water Loan Program for lead service line replacement

The Common Council unanimously adopted a resolution approving the Oak Creek Watershed Restoration Plan and introduced a related resolution. It also accepted the resignation of Payroll/Communications Coordinator Katie Crosby, approved pay increases for fire department staff, and authorized several contracts and agreements, including a street department facility review and bridge repair advertising.

• Adopted resolution approving Oak Creek Watershed Restoration Plan (unanimous)
• Accepted resignation of Payroll/Communications Coordinator Katie Crosby effective Feb 11, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved 5% pay increase for Fire Captains and 10% for Fire Dept Admin Assistant until permanent Fire Chief appointed (unanimous)
• Approved Class B liquor license for Mi Casita Restaurant at 800 Milwaukee Ave (unanimous)
• Authorized $11,426 contract with Barrientos Design & Consulting for Street Dept facility review (unanimous)
• Authorized advertising for 2022 Bridge Repairs and Associated Pavement Replacement (unanimous)
• Authorized advertising for storm sewer improvements in 3rd District (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 22-04 for DNR Safe Water Loan Program application for lead service line replacement (unanimous)

Claims Committee

The Claims Committee is meeting to review minutes from a prior meeting and then go into closed session to discuss negotiating settlements or denials of several named claims, including those from Vladimir Ndina, Jeremy Allison/Amy Kotke, Erlald Fekollari, Larry Schultz, Layne Bazan, Dustin Kenyon, and Steve Yeldell, plus any other claims received since the last meeting. The closed session also covers outstanding open claims and a claims status report. After the closed session, the committee will return to open session to take any necessary action.

• Closed session under Wisconsin Statute 19.85(1)(e)&(g) to discuss claim negotiations and legal strategy
• Claims by Vladimir Ndina, Jeremy Allison/Amy Kotke, Erlald Fekollari, Larry Schultz, Layne Bazan, Dustin Kenyon, Steve Yeldell
• Discussion of outstanding open claims and claims status report
• Meeting at Common Council Chambers, 2424 15th Avenue, South Milwaukee

Claims Committee

The Claims Committee is meeting to review and potentially act on several claims, including those from Vladimir Ndina, Jeremy Allison/Amy Kotke, Erlald Fekollari, Larry Schultz, Layne Bazan, Dustin Kenyon, and Steve Yeldell. The committee will enter closed session to discuss negotiations and legal strategy, then return to open session for any necessary action. The agenda also includes approving minutes from a prior meeting.

• Closed session to discuss claims by Vladimir Ndina, Jeremy Allison/Amy Kotke, Erlald Fekollari, Larry Schultz, Layne Bazan, Dustin Kenyon, Steve Yeldell
• Discussion of outstanding open claims and claims status report
• Approval of minutes from July 7, 2021 meeting and closed session

Claims Committee

The Claims Committee is meeting to review minutes from a prior meeting and then go into closed session to discuss negotiating settlements or denials of several named claims, confer with legal counsel, and review the claims status report. After the closed session, they will return to open session to take any necessary action. The agenda is otherwise procedural.

• Closed session under Wis. Stat. 19.85(1)(e)&(g) to discuss claims by Vladimir Ndina, Jeremy Allison/Amy Kotke, Erlald Fekollari, Larry Schultz, Layne Bazan, Dustin Kenyon, Steve Yeldell, and other claims received since last meeting
• Review of minutes from July 7, 2021 meeting and closed session
• Discussion of outstanding open claims and claims status report
• Potential return to open session for action on closed session items

Public Works & Public Property Committee

The Public Works & Public Property Committee will review a proposal for a Street Department Facilities study, hear overviews of the 2022 Bridge Repairs and storm sewer projects, discuss pedestrian crossing improvements on North Chicago Avenue at Oak Street, and get an update on the Bucyrus Commons contract advertising schedule.

• Review proposal from Barrientos Design & Consulting for Street Department Facilities study at $11,426.00
• Authorize advertising of 2022 Bridge Repairs contract
• Authorize advertising of storm sewer projects in 3rd District
• Discuss pedestrian crossing improvements on North Chicago Avenue at Oak Street
• Update on contract advertising schedule for Bucyrus Commons

Plan Commission

The South Milwaukee Plan Commission will review a conditional use permit application to allow tattooing as part of a personal services use at 1013 Milwaukee Avenue, a mixed commercial-residential building zoned C-3 Central Business. The commission will also approve minutes from the January 11 meeting and set the next meeting date.

• Conditional use permit for tattoo establishment at 1013 Milwaukee Avenue
• Property currently has 4 studio apartments and commercial use
• Tattoo establishments are conditional uses; personal services are permitted
• Next meeting scheduled for February 22, 2022 at 6:30 p.m.

Library Board

The South Milwaukee Public Library Board of Trustees will meet to discuss and potentially act on routine items such as minutes, financial statements, and reports, as well as strategic planning with WiLS, a bylaw addition, a school district library card program, a fund initiative, technology guidelines, office furniture, a collection development grievance policy, a marketing plan, and social media. The meeting is open to the public.

• Strategic Plan Follow Up Meeting with WiLS-Melissa Mclimans
• Expenditures from Operating Budget and Financial Statements for December 2021 and January 2022
• Bylaw Addition
• School District Library Cards
• Collection Development (Grievance) Policy

Common Council

The Common Council is holding a special meeting with a single substantive item: a motion to enter closed session to discuss dismissal, demotion, licensing, or discipline regarding the Facilities Manager. After the closed session, the council will return to open session to take any necessary action. The rest of the agenda is procedural (call to order, roll call, adjournment).

• Closed session under Wis. Stats. 19.85(1)(b) to discuss Facilities Manager discipline
• Potential action on closed session items upon return to open session

The Common Council met in special session and voted unanimously to enter closed session to discuss potential discipline regarding the Facilities Manager. After returning to open session, the council voted unanimously to take no action on the closed session items. The meeting adjourned shortly thereafter with no other substantive decisions.

• Moved into closed session to discuss Facilities Manager discipline (unanimous)
• Returned to open session and took no action on closed session items (unanimous)

Common Council

The South Milwaukee Common Council will discuss and possibly approve several items, including a certified survey map to create three lots, a development agreement for 24 residential units, and a zoning ordinance for a planned development. They will also consider a resolution to reimburse borrowing for the Ravine Lift Station project and discuss the fire chief hiring process. The meeting includes a closed session to discuss pending litigation.

• Certified Survey Map to re-divide lands at 3012 8th Avenue, 812 Drexel Boulevard, and 3017 9th Avenue into 3 lots
• Development Agreement with Riverview Diversified, LLC for 24 residential units at 2300 10th Avenue and 1011 Michigan Avenue in TID No. 5
• Ordinance to create a planned development at 1016 and 1000-1008 Milwaukee Avenue (held over from October 2021)
• Resolution to reimburse Clean Water Funds borrowing for Ravine Lift Station Improvement project, total $5,508,000 including 10% contingency
• Resolution to reduce minimum number of election officials at polling places

The Common Council approved a development agreement with Riverview Diversified, LLC to repurpose properties at 2300 10th Avenue and 1011 Michigan Avenue for 24 residential units in TID No. 5, with a condition for a minimum assessed value. The council also approved a certified survey map to create three lots, adopted a planned development zoning ordinance for Milwaukee Avenue properties, and authorized a contract for fire chief recruitment. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved consent agenda including minutes, financial reports, vouchers ($1,308,726.00), and pollworker appointments (all aye)
• Cancelled April 5, 2022 Common Council meeting due to Spring Election (all aye)
• Adopted Restoration Plan for Oak Creek Watershed (all aye)
• Accepted Police Officer Kevin Scheidt's resignation effective Jan 29, 2022 (all aye)
• Approved Resolution 22-01 for Certified Survey Map at 3012 8th Ave, 812 Drexel Blvd, 3017 9th Ave to create 3 lots (all aye)
• Approved Development Agreement with Riverview Diversified, LLC for 24 residential units in TID No. 5 (all aye)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2224 creating planned development at 1016 and 1006-1008 Milwaukee Ave (all aye)
• Authorized contract with GovHR for fire chief recruitment up to $35,000 (all aye)

Police & Fire Commission

The South Milwaukee Board of Police and Fire Commissioners will meet to discuss the Acting Fire Chief position and consider the hiring process for a permanent Fire Chief. The board will also discuss creating a new eligibility list for Police Officer positions. No final decisions are guaranteed, as items are listed for discussion and possible motion.

• Update on Acting Fire Chief position for South Milwaukee Fire Department
• Discussion/possible motion on Fire Chief hiring process
• Discussion/possible motion on creating new Police Officer eligibility list

Plan Commission

The South Milwaukee Plan Commission is meeting to consider a certified survey map that would redivide three properties into three lots, and to review a development agreement with Riverview Diversified, LLC for Tax Incremental Financing assistance to convert two properties into 24 residential units. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and scheduling the next meeting.

• Certified Survey Map to create 3 lots at 3012 8th Avenue, 812 Drexel Blvd., and 3017 9th Avenue
• Development Agreement with Riverview Diversified, LLC for TIF assistance at 2300 10th Avenue and 1011 Michigan Avenue
• 24 residential units proposed
• Approval of minutes from October 26, 2021 meeting
• Next meeting scheduled for January 25, 2022

Water & Wastewater Commission

The South Milwaukee Water & Wastewater Commission will hold a regular meeting to discuss and potentially vote on several items, including requests for billing adjustments from three properties, a grant application for lead service line replacement, capital borrowing for 2022-2023, and a wastewater storage building replacement. The meeting is scheduled for January 10, 2022, at 6:00 PM.

• Request for adjustments from 2402 Lakeshore Blvd., 1726 Walnut St., 824 Mackinac Ave.
• Discussion of 2022 Wisconsin DNR private side lead service line replacement grant application
• Discussion of Water and Wastewater capital borrowing for 2022-2023
• Discussion of Wastewater storage building replacement
• Approval of Water Utility vouchers