South Milwaukee public meetings in 2023

Public Works & Public Property Committee

The Public Works & Public Property Committee will discuss and possibly vote on a resolution supporting the Kenosha, Racine, and Milwaukee (KRM) Regional Rail Line. This is the only substantive item on the agenda; the rest is procedural.

• Discussion/possible motion regarding a resolution supporting the KRM Regional Rail Line

Civic Grants Commission

The Civic Grants Commission will meet to approve past minutes and discuss possible changes to the Bucyrus Civic Grant Program for the 2024 grant cycle. No final decisions are listed on the agenda; the item is listed as discussion and a possible motion to recommend changes.

• Discussion/possible motion to recommend Bucyrus Civic Grant Program changes for 2024 grant cycle
• Approval of minutes from March 7, 2023 and May 9, 2023

Common Council

The Common Council will review updated job descriptions for the Police Chief and Public Health Administrator. The meeting includes discussions on emergency management ordinances and a resolution regarding the KRM Regional Rail Line.

• Emergency purchase of an air conditioning and heating unit up to $4,997.00
• Resolution supporting the Kenosha, Racine, and Milwaukee (KRM) Regional Rail Line
• Proposed ordinance amendment to Municipal Code Sec. 4.17 regarding emergency management
• Updated Police Chief and Public Health Administrator position descriptions
• Approval of the 2024-2025 Supplemental Poll Worker list

Police & Fire Commission

The commission will discuss establishing a new police officer eligibility list. The meeting also includes discussion regarding the appointment of two auxiliary police officers and authorizing the fire chief to begin a hiring process.

• Establishment of a new police officer eligibility list
• Appointment of two auxiliary police officers
• Authorization for Fire Chief to begin hiring process and create an eligibility list

Common Council

The Common Council is holding a special meeting to discuss a proposed intergovernmental agreement with the City of Oak Creek to provide emergency dispatch services to South Milwaukee. The council may also convene in closed session to negotiate the agreement, then return to open session for any necessary action.

• Discussion of proposed intergovernmental agreement with City of Oak Creek for emergency dispatch services
• Possible closed session under Wis. Stat. 19.85(1)(e) to negotiate the agreement
• Potential action on the agreement after returning to open session

Water & Wastewater Commission

The South Milwaukee Water & Wastewater Commission is holding a regular meeting to review minutes, discuss a billing adjustment request, and hear updates on lead service line replacements for state fiscal year 2024. The agenda also includes facility, personnel, and operational updates, as well as approval of utility vouchers.

• Discussion/motion regarding corrected May 2023 meeting minutes
• Discussion/motion regarding request for adjustment from 1224 Marshall Ave
• Discussion regarding progress of lead service line replacements for state fiscal year 2024
• Approval of Water Utility vouchers

Board of Health

The South Milwaukee/St. Francis Board of Health is holding an appeal hearing requested by Jennifer Raymond of 2743 E. Elizabeth Ave., St. Francis, regarding orders issued by Environmental Health Specialist Jacklyn Morales to comply with Municipal Ordinance Section 180-5 on 'dangerous dog,' dated August 21, 2023. The board may enter closed session to deliberate before acting in open session.

• Appeal hearing on dangerous dog order under Municipal Ordinance Section 180-5
• Orders issued by Jacklyn Morales on August 21, 2023
• Possible closed session under §19.85(1)(a), Stats., for deliberation

Legislation & Permits Committee

The Legislation & Permits Committee will discuss a proposed ordinance to amend the Municipal Code regarding vacant building registration. The committee will also consider amendments to the Administrative Fee Schedule effective January 1, 2024.

• Proposed ordinance amendment to Sec. 16.27.1 regarding vacant building registration
• Proposed amendments to the Administrative Fee Schedule effective January 1, 2024

Common Council

The South Milwaukee Common Council will consider several items, including salary ordinance amendments for city employees and fire/police union employees, changes to vacant building registration rules, and an updated administrative fee schedule. The council will also discuss authorizing a project with GRAEF to update the City's Comprehensive Plan and a Business Retention & Expansion Program funded by the Bucyrus Foundation.

• Ordinance amendments to set salaries for supervisory, general, fire, and police union employees
• Proposed amendment to Sec. 16.27.1 of the Municipal Code on vacant building registration
• Administrative Fee Schedule changes effective January 1, 2024
• Authorize GRAEF project to update the City's Comprehensive Plan
• Approval of November 2023 vouchers totaling $2,855,574.16

Plan Commission

The South Milwaukee Plan Commission will consider a proposed mixed-use development by AK Development on a city-owned parcel at 2318 10th Avenue in Tax Incremental District No. 5, including a possible closed session to discuss a development agreement. The commission will also discuss introducing the Comprehensive and Downtown Plan 2035 Update and Zoning Chapter Amendment, a potential WEDC grant application, changes to the Vacant Building Registration ordinance, and revisions to grant bid requirements for storefront and façade improvements.

• Discussion of AK Development's mixed-use project at 2318 10th Avenue in TID No. 5
• Closed session to discuss development agreement for redevelopment and sale of 2318 10th Avenue
• Introduction of Comprehensive and Downtown Plan 2035 Update and Zoning Chapter Amendment in 2024
• Possible motion to recommend WEDC community development investment grant application
• Discussion of changes to Vacant Building Registration ordinance for exempt properties

Celebrations Committee

The Celebrations Committee will discuss follow-up on the October 21 Spooktacular event, plans for the December 2 Christmas at The Commons, and a preview of 2024 events. The meeting includes approval of prior minutes and a financial report.

• Spooktacular 10/21 – Follow-up discussion
• Christmas at The Commons 12/2 – Planning discussion
• 2024 Events – Discussion and possible motion
• Financials Report

Public Works & Public Property Committee

The Public Works & Public Property Committee is meeting to discuss and possibly vote on several contracts and property items. These include a three-year recycling collection contract with John's Disposal Service, a three-year solid waste disposal contract with Waste Management, an emergency contract for concrete resealing on Milwaukee Avenue, and two tree-related items. The meeting is open to the public and includes procedural items like call to order and adjournment.

• Three-year recycling contract with John's Disposal Service, Inc. at $433,351.56 annually, with CPI-based increases in years two and three
• Three-year solid waste disposal contract with Waste Management of Wisconsin, Inc.
• Emergency contract with EK Construction for resealing stamped concrete on Milwaukee Avenue from 9th to 13th Avenue, not to exceed $31,500
• Discussion on Christmas tree display at Bucyrus Commons
• Discussion on removal of pine tree at northwest corner of 10th and Milwaukee Avenue

Common Council

The South Milwaukee Common Council will consider adopting the 2024 budget and tax levy, along with several contracts and ordinances. Key items include a three-year recycling contract with John's Disposal Service, a lead service line replacement assistance program, and a closed session to discuss a potential intergovernmental agreement with Oak Creek for emergency dispatch services.

• Resolution to adopt 2024 budget and levy taxes for 2023
• Three-year recycling contract with John's Disposal Service, Inc. at $433,351.56 annually
• Emergency contract with EK Construction for concrete resealing on Milwaukee Avenue (9th to 13th) up to $31,500
• Ordinance to create lead service line replacement financial assistance program; $137,500 in ARPA funds for 25% match grants
• Closed session to discuss negotiation strategies for potential dispatch services agreement with Oak Creek

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee is holding a public hearing to discuss the City of South Milwaukee Operating Budget for 2024. Residents can obtain a copy of the proposed budget at the City Clerk’s Office.

• Public hearing for the 2024 City of South Milwaukee Operating Budget

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee has released a schedule of tentative meeting dates to discuss the proposed 2024 City of South Milwaukee Operating Budget. The schedule includes executive reviews of various city departments and a public hearing scheduled for November 20.

• Executive Budget Review on October 10 covering General Government, Police, Fire, and Water
• Budget review meeting scheduled for October 12 if necessary
• Proposed budget publication scheduled for October 25
• Public hearing on the budget scheduled for November 20
• Common Council meeting to adopt the budget scheduled for November 21

Water & Wastewater Commission

The South Milwaukee Water & Wastewater Commission is meeting to discuss and vote on several water utility matters, including a simplified rate increase filing, engineering contracts for water and sewer replacements on Michigan Ave., and a mandatory lead service line replacement ordinance. The commission will also consider billing adjustments for specific properties and approve utility vouchers.

• Request for adjustments from 1635 Chestnut St., 1710 Pine St., 525 Nicholson Ave., 737 St. Sylvester Dr., 1722 Milwaukee Ave., 1203 Milwaukee Ave.
• Simplified rate increase filing with PSC, effective 2/1/2024
• Engineering services from Donohue for 20" transmission line and 8" watermain replacement on Michigan Ave.
• Engineering services from Applied Technologies for sanitary sewer replacement on Michigan Ave and Madison Ave from 5th to 7th
• Mandatory lead service line replacement ordinance discussion

Board of Health

The South Milwaukee/St. Francis Board of Health is meeting to discuss public health matters, including a COVID-19 update, health program updates, and priorities for mental health and substance misuse. They will also review the proposed 2024 budget, an update on the conversion therapy ordinance, a dangerous dog appeal, and a medical advisor agreement with Dr. Scalzitti.

• Proposed Budget 2024
• Update on Conversion Therapy Ordinance
• Board of Health Appeal request for Dangerous Dog
• Medical Advisor Agreement with Dr. Scalzitti
• CHIP Priorities Mental Health and Substance Misuse

Legislation & Permits Committee

The Legislation & Permits Committee will meet to discuss a possible motion regarding a bartender license application for the 2023–2024 period. The meeting is scheduled for November 7, 2023.

• Discussion of bartender license application filed by Alaynah Thompson at 408 11th Ave.

Public Works & Public Property Committee

The Public Works & Public Property Committee will discuss and possibly vote on three items: creating a loading zone at 1101 Montana Avenue, adding a 'No Parking' sign north of that address, and a project with We Energies to convert city streetlights to LED bulbs. The meeting is scheduled for November 7, 2023.

• Ordinance to create a loading zone on west side of 11th Avenue at 1101 Montana Avenue
• Placement of 'No Parking' sign north of 1101 Montana Avenue from driveway to stop sign
• Project with We Energies to convert South Milwaukee streetlights to LED bulbs

Common Council

The South Milwaukee Common Council will consider several items at its Nov. 7 meeting, including liquor and bartender license applications, a loading zone and no-parking sign on 11th Avenue, a streetlight conversion project with We Energies, and a resolution/ordinance on conversion therapy. The council will also discuss the city's PFAS lawsuit with 3M and DuPont and a possible water rate increase. The consent agenda includes approval of October vouchers totaling $1,966,662.78 and a committee appointment.

• Approval of October 2023 vouchers in the amount of $1,966,662.78
• Class B liquor/beer license application for Bella Rose Events, LLC at 920 Monroe Avenue
• Ordinance to create a loading zone on west side of 11th Avenue at 1101 Montana Avenue
• Project with We Energies to convert streetlights to LED bulbs
• Discussion of lawsuit with 3M and DuPont over PFAS/PFOA contamination

Celebrations Committee

The South Milwaukee Celebrations Committee is meeting to approve minutes from October 12, approve a new committee member, and discuss the recent Spooktacular event from October 21 and the upcoming Christmas at The Commons on December 2. The committee will also review a financial report and set the next meeting date.

• Discussion of Spooktacular event held 10/21
• Discussion of Christmas at The Commons event scheduled 12/2
• Approval of new committee member to replace prior member
• Financials report review

Library Board

The Board of Trustees will review October 2023 financial statements for the operating budget and trust accounts. The board is also scheduled to review policies regarding donations, investments, and photography and filming.

• Review of October 2023 Operating Budget and Trust/Gift Account expenditures
• Review for approval of Donations Policy
• Review for approval of Investment Policy
• Review for approval of Photography & Filming Policy
• Discussion of elevator improvement and fire alarm monitoring

Plan Commission

The South Milwaukee Plan Commission will consider a special exception for a pole sign at Seafood Shack, receive an update on a proposed mixed-use project at 2318 10th Avenue, and may enter closed session to discuss the sale of that city-owned parcel. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and economic development staff updates.

• Special exception request for pole sign at 2703 S. Chicago Ave (Seafood Shack)
• Update from AK Development on mixed-use project at 2318 10th Avenue in TID No. 5
• Closed session to discuss redevelopment and sale of 2318 10th Avenue
• Economic development updates: new business inquiries, commercial vacancies, Bucyrus grant programs

Public Works & Public Property Committee

The Public Works & Public Property Committee will discuss options to address traffic complaints and reckless driving at problematic intersections, consider placing 'No Parking' signs on the west side of 100 Marshall Avenue, and vote on purchasing 400 carts with logo stamping from Otto Environmental Systems for $20,924.00.

• Discussion/possible motion on options to address recent complaints on traffic, reckless driving, and historically problematic intersections
• Discussion/possible motion regarding placement of 'No Parking' signs on the west side of 100 Marshall Avenue near the driveway of the South Milwaukee Water Utility
• Discussion/possible motion on purchasing 400 carts with logo stamping from Otto Environmental Systems for $20,924.00

Common Council

The South Milwaukee Common Council is meeting to consider several routine items, including consent agenda approvals, committee reports, and possible motions on fees, purchases, and licenses. Notable actions include setting recycling and hazardous waste disposal fees, purchasing 400 carts for $20,924, and discussing wages for an administrative assistant and elected officials.

• Approval of amusement device operator license for River City Amusements
• Approval of agent change for Mega Marts, LLC at 2931 S. Chicago Avenue
• Resolution to set fees for recycling and hazardous waste disposal
• Purchase of 400 carts with logo stamping from Otto Environmental Systems for $20,924.00
• Class B liquor and beer license applications for El Local Restaurant II, LLC at 800 Milwaukee Avenue and Girl Power, LLC at 2703 S. Chicago Avenue

Celebrations Committee

The Celebrations Committee is meeting to discuss and possibly take action on several upcoming events, including Chainsaw Carving Art, Spooktacular, and Christmas at The Commons, as well as a post-mortem of the Open Doors event and future 2024 events. They will also review the financial report and approve the previous meeting's minutes.

• Discussion and possible motion on Chainsaw Carving Art-Upcoming Events
• Discussion and possible motion on Spooktacular 10/21
• Discussion and possible motion on Open Doors Post-Mortem-Follow up
• Discussion and possible motion on Christmas at The Commons 12/2
• Discussion and possible motion on Future Events – 2024

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee has released a tentative meeting schedule to discuss the proposed 2024 City of South Milwaukee Operating Budget. The meetings will cover various departments, including police, fire, and public works, leading up to a public hearing in November.

• October 10: Executive Budget Review for General Government, Police, Fire, and Water
• October 12: Potential budget review meeting
• October 18: Deadline to send proposed budget for publication
• October 25: Publication of the proposed budget
• November 20: Public hearing on the budget

Board of Appeals

The South Milwaukee Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on three residential variance requests. Property owners are appealing or requesting variances related to curb lawn plantings and a concrete patio. The hearing is scheduled for October 12, 2023, at 5:30 p.m. in the Common Council Chambers.

• Steven Olson appeals denial to lay tarp in curb lawn right-of-way and requests variance to plant flowers at 626 Park Avenue (code 21.302)
• Gina Hanson requests variance to plant flowers in curb lawn right-of-way at 2310 9th Avenue (code 21.302)
• Femi Iseini requests variance to construct concrete patio in entire rear yard exceeding setbacks and erosion requirements at 1012 Oak Street (codes 15.05, 21.302, 21.507, 23.15)

Board of Appeals

The South Milwaukee Board of Appeals is meeting to consider three variance and appeal requests from property owners regarding curb lawn plantings, a tarp removal notice, and zoning code requirements. The board will also approve minutes from a prior meeting. All items are requests for individual property relief, not city-wide policy changes.

• Appeal by Steven Olson for 626 Park Avenue: variance for curb lawn plantings and appeal of notice to remove a tarp in the right-of-way
• Variance request by Gina Hanson for curb lawn plantings at 2310 9th Avenue
• Variance request by Femi Iseini for minimum rear yard area and erosion/stormwater drainage requirements at 1012 Oak Street

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee has released a tentative meeting schedule to discuss the 2024 Operating Budget. The meetings will cover various city departments, utilities, and funds.

• October 10: Executive Budget Review for General Government, Police, Fire, and more
• October 12: Potential budget review meeting
• October 18: Deadline to send proposed budget for publication
• October 25: Proposed budget publication date
• November 20: Public hearing on the budget

Water & Wastewater Commission

The South Milwaukee Water & Wastewater Commission is meeting to discuss and vote on several items, including a proposed 6.5% rate increase to be filed with the Public Service Commission, approval of 2023 budgets, and the 2022 audits. They will also discuss infrastructure projects such as lead service line replacements and a siphon replacement, as well as an updated lease with T-Mobile for a water tower antenna.

• Discussion/motion on request for adjustment from 1710 Missouri Ave.
• Discussion/motion on approval of proposed 2023 budgets
• Discussion/motion on 2022 audits
• Discussion/motion on filing 6.5% rate increase with PSC effective 1/1/2024
• Discussion on updated lease with T-Mobile for antenna lease on water tower

Common Council

The South Milwaukee Common Council will consider several items, including a development agreement for an 8-parcel single-family residential development at 2001 7th Avenue, a resolution to increase garbage collection charges for commercial properties, and a resolution to allow fermented beverage sales in city parks by city officers and employees. The council will also discuss the 2022 financial audit and an agreement for city engineering services.

• Development agreement with Janssen Bruckner, LLC for sale of 2001 7th Avenue for 8-parcel single-family residential development
• Resolution to increase special charge for garbage collection and disposal on commercial properties
• Resolution to allow sale of fermented beverages in City parks by City officers and employees
• 2022 financial audit presentation by Wendi Unger from Baker Tilly Virchow Krause, LLP
• Agreement with Collins Engineers for city engineering services

Library Board

The South Milwaukee Public Library Board of Trustees will meet on September 28, 2023, to discuss and potentially act on the 2024 budget, library improvements, and a bike delivery service. The agenda also includes first readings of new policies on donations, photography/filming, and investments, as well as a shelvers wage review and a fundraising event.

• 2024 Budget discussion
• Library Improvements
• Bike Delivery service
• Donations Policy (first reading)
• Shelvers Wage Review

Plan Commission

The South Milwaukee Plan Commission will hold a public hearing and consider amendments to a conditional use permit for an indoor soccer facility at 305 N. Chicago Avenue to add events and food preparation. They will also discuss a development agreement with Janssen Bruckner, LLC for the sale of 2001 7th Avenue for an 8-parcel single-family residential development. Updates will be given on projects at 100 15th Avenue and 2318 10th Avenue, as well as downtown economic development strategy.

• Public hearing on amending conditional use permit for indoor soccer facility at 305 N. Chicago Avenue to add indoor events and restaurant
• Discussion/possible motion on development agreement with Janssen Bruckner, LLC for sale of 2001 7th Avenue for 8-parcel single-family residential development
• Discussion/possible motion on amending conditional use permit at 305 N. Chicago Avenue to add events and food preparation
• Update on proposed projects at 100 15th Avenue and 2318 10th Avenue
• Update on downtown economic development initiatives and property evaluation

Plan Commission

The South Milwaukee Plan Commission will hold a public hearing on an application to amend a Conditional Use Permit for an indoor soccer facility at 305 N. Chicago Avenue. The amendment would add indoor events and a restaurant to the existing use, which is in an M-2 Manufacturing zoning district. The hearing is scheduled for September 26, 2023, at 6:30 p.m. in the Common Council Chambers.

• Public hearing on conditional use permit amendment for indoor soccer facility at 305 N. Chicago Avenue
• Proposed addition of indoor events and restaurant to the facility
• Property zoned M-2 Manufacturing
• Contact: Ericka Lang, Economic Development Project Manager, 414-762-2222 x135

Celebrations Committee

The Celebrations Committee is meeting to discuss and possibly vote on upcoming community events, including a Chainsaw Carving Art event, the Spooktacular on October 21 featuring a vote on Rocket Rex Dinosaur and K9 Rocket, and Christmas at The Commons on December 2. The committee will also review a time capsule project and a financials report.

• Discussion and possible motion on Chainsaw Carving Art-Upcoming Events
• Spooktacular 10/21: vote on Rocket Rex Dinosaur & K9 Rocket
• Christmas at The Commons 12/2 planning
• Time Capsule update
• Financials Report

Legislation & Permits Committee

The Legislation & Permits Committee will meet to discuss a renewal application for a bartender license filed by Todd P. Schreier. The meeting is scheduled for September 19, 2023.

• Renewal application for a bartender license filed by Todd P. Schreier

Public Works & Public Property Committee

The Public Works & Public Property Committee will discuss and possibly authorize a $241,690.50 contract with Milwaukee General Construction for concrete pavement replacement on 10th and Marshall Avenues. The committee will also discuss the sidewalk repair process. Funding comes from capital project funds as directed by the Inspection & Engineering Director.

• Discussion/possible motion to authorize contract for 10th Avenue and Marshall Avenue Concrete Pavement Replacement project with Milwaukee General Construction for $241,690.50
• Discussion on sidewalk repair process

Common Council

The South Milwaukee Common Council will consider a consent agenda with routine approvals, discuss reallocating capital funds for Fire Department projects, set wages for a City Clerk candidate, and vote on a $241,690.50 contract for concrete pavement replacement on 10th and Marshall Avenues. Updates will be given on a Caterpillar facility tour and on Oak Creek providing dispatch services.

• Contract for 10th Avenue and Marshall Avenue Concrete Pavement Replacement with Milwaukee General Construction, $241,690.50
• Reallocation of 2022-2024 capital budget funds for Fire Department projects
• Wage rate and 2024 health insurance contribution for City Clerk candidate Sandra Wesolowski
• Bartender license renewal for Todd P. Schreier, 10181 S. Barrington Dr., Oak Creek
• Junk Dealer License renewal for Griselda Lopez, and Secondhand Article Dealer renewal for EcoATM at 222 N. Chicago Ave.

Board of Health

The South Milwaukee/St. Francis Board of Health is meeting to discuss public health matters, including a COVID-19 update, health program updates, and the proposed 2024 budget. They will also discuss a citizen-requested resolution/ordinance regarding conversion therapy, with an additional resource provided. The meeting includes routine items like approving minutes from the May 11, 2023 meeting.

• Discussion of conversion therapy resolution/ordinance (citizen request)
• Proposed Budget 2024
• COVID-19 update
• CHIP priorities: mental health and substance misuse
• Approval of minutes from May 11, 2023 meeting

Water & Wastewater Commission

The South Milwaukee Water & Wastewater Commission is holding a regular meeting to review and approve utility billing adjustments, including requests from two specific properties. The agenda also includes routine items like approving previous minutes, facility updates, and utility vouchers.

• Discussion/motion regarding request for adjustments from 301 Lakeview Rd. and 2507 5th Ave.
• Approval of Water/Wastewater/Fire Protection adjustments.
• Approval of Water Utility vouchers.
• Miscellaneous facility, personnel and operational updates.
• Approval of minutes from previous meeting.

Celebrations Committee

The Celebrations Committee will meet to approve minutes, discuss follow-ups on recent and upcoming events (Movie Night, Open Doors, Family Halloween, Christmas at The Commons), consider additional time capsule items, and review financials. This is a routine planning meeting with no major decisions expected.

• Discussion of Movie Night 8/18 and rain date 8/19 follow-up
• Discussion of Open Doors 9/9
• Discussion of Family Halloween Event 10/21
• Discussion of Christmas at The Commons 12/2
• Additional items for the Time Capsule

Claims Committee

The Claims Committee is meeting to review minutes, then will go into closed session to discuss negotiating settlements or denials of claims by Brain Hagen and Isa Sexton, along with any other claims received since the last meeting and the claims status report. After closed session, they will return to open session to take any necessary action. The agenda is otherwise procedural.

• Closed session under Wisconsin Statute 19.85(1)(e) & (g) to discuss claims by Brain Hagen and Isa Sexton
• Discussion of outstanding open claims and claims status report
• Review of June 6, 2023 meeting minutes

Common Council

The South Milwaukee Common Council will vote on consent items including $4.06M in August vouchers, then discuss personnel matters such as a possible employment agreement with Patrick Brever for City Administrator, staffing plans, and wage adjustments. They will also consider a property tax refund and a bartender license renewal, and receive an update on the Lightwave Fiber Network project.

• Approval of August 2023 vouchers totaling $4,062,571.24
• Refund for overpayment of 2021 real estate taxes for 2612 and 2614 9th Avenue
• Closed session to discuss employment agreement with Patrick Brever for City Administrator
• Discussion on shift differential pay for water tower rehabilitation project
• Bartender license renewal for Sarah E. Weyrum, 3680 E. Becker Rd., Oak Creek

Board of Appeals

The South Milwaukee Board of Appeals is meeting to approve prior minutes and to consider a request for an exception to municipal code 21.302 to plant flowers in the public right-of-way and lay a tarp to smother grass. The agenda is otherwise procedural.

• Approve minutes from May 25, 2023 meeting
• Request for exception to plant flowers in public right-of-way per code 21.302
• Request to lay tarp to smother grass

Human Resources Committee

The Human Resources Committee is meeting to discuss an employment offer for the City Engineer / Public Works Director position, review the updated City Administrator / Economic Development Director job description, and consider staffing plans and amended position descriptions for several city roles. No formal action is noted on the agenda except possible motions on the position descriptions.

• Update on employment offer for City Engineer / Public Works Director
• Discussion/possible motion on updated City Administrator / Economic Development Director position description
• Discussion/possible motion on staffing plans and amended position descriptions for Assistant City Administrator, City Clerk, Human Resources Manager, Economic Development Manager

Library Board

The South Milwaukee Public Library Board of Trustees will discuss the budget overview and timeline (due October 4), review several policies for approval (public records, display case, posting and distribution), and consider a shelvers wage review. The meeting also includes committee reports, financial statements, and a Friends update.

• Budget overview and timeline due October 4
• Shelvers wage review
• Notice of Public Records Policy review for approval
• Display Case policy review for approval
• Posting and Distribution Policy review for approval

Plan Commission

The South Milwaukee Plan Commission will consider a special exception for signage as part of a proposed mural at 926 Milwaukee Avenue, and discuss an update on property acquisition in Tax Incremental District No. 5. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and scheduling the next meeting.

• Special exception request for mural signage at 926 Milwaukee Avenue
• Update on property acquisition in Tax Incremental District No. 5
• Approval of July 25, 2023 minutes

Board of Review

The Board of Review will meet to hear property assessment objections, review the city assessor's annual report and the assessment roll, and either adopt the roll or schedule further meetings. This is the formal process for property owners to challenge their assessed values.

• Review of Assessor Annual Report
• Property assessment objections and review
• Adoption and approval of Assessment Roll

Claims Committee

The Claims Committee will meet to review minutes, then enter closed session to discuss negotiating or denying claims, including those by Brain Hagen and Isa Sexton, and other claims received since the last meeting. They will also discuss outstanding open claims and a claims status report. After closed session, they may take action on those items.

• Closed session under Wisconsin Statute 19.85(1)(e)&(g) for claim negotiations and legal advice
• Discussion of claims by Brain Hagen and Isa Sexton
• Review of claims status report and outstanding open claims
• Meeting at City Administration Building, 2424 15th Avenue, South Milwaukee

Common Council

The Common Council will discuss hiring a new city administrator following the resignation of Tamara Mayzik, including a possible closed session on employment and negotiation strategy. They will also consider several permits, a wastewater facility contract, and other routine items.

• Approval of July 2023 vouchers totaling $1,225,667.62
• Accept resignation of City Administrator Tamara Mayzik
• Bartender license renewal for Sarah E. Weyrum, 3680 E. Becker Rd., Oak Creek
• Conditional Use Permit for tattoo establishment at 1218 Milwaukee Avenue
• Amend Conditional Use Permit at 1601 N. Chicago Avenue for indoor auto salvaging

Celebrations Committee

The Celebrations Committee will discuss and possibly vote on upcoming community events including Movie Night on August 18, Open Doors on September 9, a Family Halloween Event on October 21, and Christmas at The Commons on December 2. The committee will also review minutes from July 17, consider additional items for a time capsule, and hear a financial report.

• Discussion and possible motion on Movie Night 8/18 & Rain Date 8/19
• Discussion and possible motion on Open Doors 9/9
• Discussion and possible motion on Family Halloween Event 10/21
• Discussion and possible motion on Christmas at The Commons 12/2
• Additional items to be added to the Time Capsule

Legislation & Permits Committee

The committee will hold a license revocation hearing and make determinations regarding a bartender's license.

• License revocation/suspension/non-renewal hearing for Sarah E. Weyrum

Police & Fire Commission

The Police and Fire Commission will consider a request from Fire Chief Litchford to authorize conditional job offers to two candidates from the firefighter eligibility list. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and standard procedural items.

• Discussion and possible motion on hiring two firefighters from the eligibility list
• Approval of minutes from June 26, 2023 meeting

Human Resources Committee

The Human Resources Committee will discuss City Administrator Tami Mayzik's resignation and consider entering closed session to discuss hiring and compensation for the position. They will also review the city administrator job description and discuss the city engineer/public works director position.

• Discussion of City Administrator Tami Mayzik's letter of resignation
• Closed session to consider employment, compensation, and recruitment for City Administrator
• Discussion of city administrator job description
• Discussion of city engineer/public works director position

Plan Commission

The South Milwaukee Plan Commission will hold a public hearing on two conditional use permit applications: one for a new tattoo establishment at 1218 Milwaukee Avenue and another to amend an existing permit for used auto sales and repair to also include salvage dealer operations at 1601 N. Chicago Avenue. The hearing is scheduled for July 25, 2023, at 6:30 p.m. in the Common Council Chambers.

• Conditional Use Permit for tattoo establishment at 1218 Milwaukee Avenue (C-3 Central Business Zone)
• Amendment to Conditional Use Permit for used auto sales, auto repair, and adding salvage dealer at 1601 N. Chicago Avenue (M-2 Manufacturing Zone)
• Public hearing on July 25, 2023 at 6:30 p.m. in Common Council Chambers, 2424 15th Avenue

Plan Commission

The South Milwaukee Plan Commission will hold public hearings and consider motions on a conditional use permit for a tattoo establishment at 1218 Milwaukee Avenue and an amendment to add indoor auto salvaging at 1601 N. Chicago Avenue. It will also discuss a façade improvement grant for 1200 Milwaukee Avenue, a signage special exception for The Tap Room at 1301 Milwaukee Avenue, and economic development updates. The meeting ends with a closed session to discuss redevelopment or acquisition of 1015 Milwaukee Avenue in Tax Incremental District No. 5.

• Public hearing and possible approval of conditional use permit for tattoo establishment at 1218 Milwaukee Avenue (C-3 Central Business)
• Public hearing and possible approval of conditional use permit amendment for indoor auto salvaging at 1601 N. Chicago Avenue (M-2 Manufacturing)
• Discussion/motion on Façade Improvement Design Grant and agreement amendment for 1200 Milwaukee Avenue
• Discussion/motion on special exception for signage for The Tap Room at 1301 Milwaukee Avenue
• Closed session to discuss redevelopment/acquisition of 1015 Milwaukee Avenue in Tax Incremental District No. 5

Legislation & Permits Committee

The Legislation & Permits Committee will meet to discuss two bartending license applications for the 2023-2024 period. The committee will also consider a motion regarding the use of glass containers in outdoor beer gardens and public consumption areas.

• Shaun T. Murphy’s bartending license application for 2023-2024
• Alisha Mokwinski’s renewal bartending license application for 2023-2024
• Discussion on glass container use in outdoor beer gardens/public consumption areas

Common Council

The South Milwaukee Common Council will consider a consent agenda including financial reports, vouchers, and a liquor license amendment, plus several discussion items. Key actions include authorizing a $353,630 contract for fuel tank replacement and a waste oil canopy project, and deciding on liquor and bartending licenses. The council will also discuss a pedestrian safety study request, property lot combinations, and conditional use permits.

• Schedule of Vouchers for June 2023: $1,268,707.89
• Contract with Interstate Pump & Tank for fuel tank replacement and Self-Deposit Station waste oil canopy: $353,630.00
• Liquor license applications for Tap Room, bartending licenses for Shaun T. Murphy and Alisha Mokwinski
• Certified Survey Maps for combining lots at 1022 Milwaukee Ave, 1100 Milwaukee Ave, and 1608 Cherry St/1611 Walnut St
• Conditional Use Permits for detached garage at 1608 Cherry St and auto repair at 2210-12 12th Ave

Celebrations Committee

The Celebrations Committee will discuss and possibly vote on upcoming community events including Movie Night, Open Doors, Family Halloween, and Christmas at The Commons. They will also review the financial report and consider adding items to the time capsule. The meeting is open to the public.

• Movie Night on 8/18 with rain date 8/19
• Open Doors event on 9/9
• Family Halloween Event on 10/21
• Christmas at The Commons event
• Financial report review

Water & Wastewater Commission

The South Milwaukee Water & Wastewater Commission will tour the Ravine Lift Station, then discuss and vote on billing adjustments for three properties, and discuss lead service line replacement plans, including a loan application, a payment plan, and a potential ordinance. The meeting also includes routine approvals of adjustments and vouchers.

• Tour of Ravine Lift Station, 2309 3rd Avenue
• Billing adjustment requests from 3011 13th Ave., 1209 Minnesota Ave., and 707 Monroe Ave.
• Discussion of 2024 SFY Safe Drinking Water Loan application for lead service line replacements
• Discussion of PSC approval of lead service line replacement payment plan
• Discussion of ordinance requiring lead service line replacement

Plan Commission

The South Milwaukee Plan Commission will hold public hearings and consider motions on three conditional use permits, including adding indoor auto salvaging at 1601 N. Chicago Avenue, a detached garage exceeding height limits at 1608 Cherry Street, and auto repair/wholesale operations at 2210-12 12th Avenue. The commission will also discuss a Bucyrus Storefront Activation Grant application for 1218 Milwaukee Avenue and review proposed Certified Survey Maps for 1022 and 1100 Milwaukee Avenue. The meeting includes approval of prior minutes and scheduling the next meeting.

• Public hearing on conditional use permit amendment at 1601 N. Chicago Avenue to add indoor auto salvaging (M-2 Manufacturing)
• Public hearing on conditional use permit at 1608 Cherry Street for detached garage exceeding height limit (R-B Residential)
• Public hearing on conditional use permit amendment at 2210-12 12th Avenue for auto repair and vehicle wholesale (C-3 Central Business)
• Discussion of Bucyrus Storefront Activation Grant application for interior improvements at 1218 Milwaukee Avenue
• Review of Certified Survey Maps for 1022 Milwaukee Avenue and division of 1100 Milwaukee Avenue into two parcels

Joint Review Board

The Joint Review Board will review annual reports for TIDs 1, 2, 3, and 5, and discuss preliminary plans for creating TID No. 6. No formal action is expected from the Common Council, which may be present.

• Review of annual reports for TID No. 1, TID No. 2, TID No. 3, and TID No. 5
• Discussion of preliminary plans for creation of TID No. 6

Plan Commission

The South Milwaukee Plan Commission will hold a public hearing on three conditional use permit applications: one for a new detached garage at 1608 Cherry Street (property at 1611 Walnut Street) requiring parcel combination, and two amendments for existing auto sales/repair businesses, one adding a salvage dealer. The hearing is scheduled for June 27, 2023, at 6:30 p.m. in the Common Council Chambers.

• Conditional use permit for detached garage at 1608 Cherry Street (property 1611 Walnut Street), combining parcels, R-A Residential Zone
• Amendment to conditional use permit for used auto sales and auto repair at 2210-12 12th Avenue, C-3 Central Business Zone
• Amendment to conditional use permit for used auto sales, auto repair, and adding salvage dealer at 1601 N. Chicago Avenue, M-2 Manufacturing Zone

Police & Fire Commission

The South Milwaukee Board of Police and Fire Commissioners will hold a regular meeting to discuss and possibly vote on several personnel actions, including making a provisional job offer to a police officer candidate, approving another candidate's appointment pending background checks, certifying an eligibility list for firefighter hiring, and beginning interviews to fill two current vacancies. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from the previous meeting.

• Provisional offer of employment to one police officer candidate based on written exam and panel interviews
• Approval of police officer candidate appointment contingent on successful background completion
• Certification of eligibility list for Firefighter hiring process
• Approval to begin interviews to fill two current vacancies

Library Board

The Library Board of Trustees will meet to approve minutes, review June 2023 financial statements, and discuss several operational updates including computer lab and children's area progress, a server decision, fire alarm replacement, and staff area shields. The board will also consider updates to the public comment, circulation, fee schedule, and library card policies, as well as a first reading of a public records policy and display case policy.

• Review and possible approval of updated Public Comment Policy
• Review and possible approval of updated Circulation Policy
• Review and possible approval of updated Fee Schedule
• Review and possible approval of Library Card Policy change for fine threshold
• First reading of Public Records Policy and Display Case Policy

Common Council

The Common Council will hold a public hearing on a proposed amendment to the City of South Milwaukee Comprehensive Plan. The amendment would designate the former Everbrite campus as an Opportunity Area and include other minor edits. Residents can comment at the hearing or review the amendment online.

• Public hearing on Comprehensive Plan amendment to include former Everbrite campus as Opportunity Area
• Amendment available for review at 2424 15th Avenue or online
• Contact Assistant City Administrator at brever@smwi.org or (414) 762-2222

Legislation & Permits Committee

The Legislation & Permits Committee will meet to discuss possible motions regarding renewal applications for Class B liquor and beer licenses. The meeting includes reviews for South Side Indoor Soccer, LLC and M&D Eastside, LLC.

• Renewal of Class B liquor and beer license for South Side Indoor Soccer, LLC at 305 N. Chicago Avenue
• Renewal of Class B liquor and beer license for M&D Eastside, LLC at 822 Milwaukee Avenue

Common Council

The South Milwaukee Common Council will consider several routine items, including approving May 2023 vouchers, license renewals, and a wastewater treatment facility storage building contract. They will also discuss an ordinance to amend the comprehensive plan to include the former Everbrite campus as an opportunity area, and an update on Centerline Design & Fabrication moving to the former Bucyrus Campus.

• Approval of May 2023 vouchers totaling $2,558,718.21
• Contract award for Wastewater Treatment Facility – Storage Building project
• Ordinance to amend comprehensive plan to include former Everbrite campus as opportunity area
• Special event application for Cheaterama at Bucyrus Commons on August 26, 2023
• Contract with Synagro to haul biosolids and clean storage tank

Legislation & Permits Committee

The Legislation & Permits Committee will discuss renewal applications for two bartender licenses for the 2023-2024 period. The committee will also hold a hearing regarding the revocation, suspension, or non-renewal of the license for The Tap Room MKE.

• Bartender license renewal application: Sarah E. Weyrum
• Bartender license renewal application: Megan J. Weeks
• License revocation/suspension/non-renewal hearing: The Tap Room MKE (1301 Milwaukee Avenue)

Celebrations Committee

The Celebrations Committee will discuss and possibly vote on plans for several upcoming community events, including the Fourth of July, a Movie Night on August 18, Open Doors on September 9, a Family Halloween Event on October 21, and the City Tree Lighting. The committee will also consider adding items to the Time Capsule and review financial reports.

• Discussion and possible motion on Fourth of July event
• Discussion and possible motion on Movie Night (8/18) with rain date (8/19)
• Discussion and possible motion on Open Doors (9/9)
• Discussion and possible motion on Family Halloween Event (10/21)
• Discussion and possible motion on City Tree Lighting

Water & Wastewater Commission

The South Milwaukee Water & Wastewater Commission is meeting to consider billing adjustments for specific properties, approve purchases of an electric blower motor and a plug valve, and discuss a transmission line rehabilitation project and lead service line replacements. The agenda also includes routine approvals of adjustments and utility vouchers.

• Request for adjustments from 707 Monroe Ave. and 1730-1732 Rawson Ave.
• Purchase of an electric blower motor from L&S Electric
• Purchase of an 8-inch DeZurik plug valve from Dorner
• Discussion on design and spec of 20-inch transmission line rehabilitation from Donahue
• Discussion on public and private side lead service line replacements

Police & Fire Commission

The Board of Police and Fire Commissioners will discuss and possibly vote on certifying an eligibility list for Police Officer candidates and authorizing Chief Jessup to begin background checks and interviews to fill one current vacancy. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and routine procedural items.

• Discussion/possible motion to certify eligibility list for Police Officer position
• Discussion/possible motion to authorize Police Chief Jessup to begin background and interview process for candidates to fill one vacancy

Board of Review

The South Milwaukee Board of Review is meeting to handle administrative organization: swearing in members and the City Assessor, approving prior minutes, confirming training requirements, electing a chairman and vice chairman, and scheduling the next meeting. No property assessment appeals or other substantive business is on the agenda.

• Oath of office for Board of Review and City Assessor
• Approval of minutes from October 31, 2022 meeting
• Confirmation of mandatory training per Wis. Stat. 70.46(4)
• Election of Chairman and Vice Chairman
• Next meeting tentatively set for August 21, 2023 at 1:00 P.M.

Board of Review

The Board of Review scheduled a meeting for June 8, 2023, but will adjourn until August 21, 2023. This adjournment is because the assessment roll is not yet completed.

• Board of Review adjourned until August 21, 2023, at 1:00 p.m.
• Assessment roll open for examination starting July 24, 2023

Common Council

The South Milwaukee Common Council will vote on consent agenda items including financial reports, resignations, and appointments, then discuss several operational matters. Key items include a Summerfest shuttle loading zone for Spirits Bar & Grill, a conditional use permit amendment for EK Construction, and a water transmission line rehabilitation project. The council will also enter closed session to discuss redevelopment of properties in Tax Incremental District No. 5.

• Summerfest shuttle loading zone for Spirits Bar & Grill at 922 Milwaukee Ave.
• Conditional use permit amendment for EK Construction at 1040 Columbia Ave. extending storage to 930 Columbia Ave.
• Water line rehabilitation of ~5,000 feet from Water Utility to 10th Ave. and Michigan Ave., with professional services agreement with Donohue & Associates
• Closed session to discuss redevelopment of 1208 and 1210 Milwaukee Ave. in TID No. 5
• Appointments to Library Board, Water/Wastewater Commission, Plan Commission, and Board of Review

Claims Committee

The South Milwaukee Claims Committee is meeting to review minutes, then will enter closed session to discuss negotiating settlements or denials of specific claims, including Parkcrest Housing, Dennis Sokolowski, and Nutmeg Insurance for James and Judy Danek, as well as other claims received since the last meeting. They will also discuss outstanding open claims and the claims status report, then return to open session for any necessary action.

• Closed session under Wis. Stat. 19.85(1)(e)&(g) for claim negotiations and legal strategy
• Claims discussed: Parkcrest Housing, Dennis Sokolowski, Nutmeg Insurance for James and Judy Danek
• Review of May 2, 2023 meeting minutes
• Discussion of outstanding open claims and claims status report

Library Board

The South Milwaukee Public Library Board of Trustees will review and potentially approve several policies, including unscheduled closing, computer/internet use, fax service disclaimer, public comment, circulation, and the fee schedule. They will also discuss a Bucyrus Community Grant from the Friends of SMPL for a computer lab and children's play area, fire alarm replacement, hold lockers, and a storage server for historical material.

• Bucyrus Community Grant – Friends of SMPL (Computer Lab & Children's Play Area)
• Fire Alarm Replacement
• Hold Lockers
• Storage Server for Historical Material
• Review of Unscheduled Closing, Computer/Internet Use, Fax Service, Public Comment, Circulation Policies, and Fee Schedule

Plan Commission

The South Milwaukee Plan Commission will hold a public hearing and consider several items, including a conditional use permit amendment for EK Construction LLC to expand storage to 930 Columbia Avenue, a building addition at the same address, a special exception for a freestanding sign at Divine Mercy Parish School, a façade improvement grant for 1200 Milwaukee Avenue, and a special exception for Wendy's sign package. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and scheduling the next meeting.

• Public hearing on conditional use permit amendment for indoor/outdoor storage of construction and snowplow equipment at 930 Columbia Avenue
• Special exception for freestanding sign at Divine Mercy Parish School, 695 College Avenue
• Amendment to conditional use permit for EK Construction LLC at 1040 Columbia Avenue extending storage to 930 Columbia Avenue
• Approval of EK Construction LLC building addition at 930 Columbia Ave
• Façade improvement grant for commercial property 1200 Milwaukee Avenue (applicant Thomas Kubusek)

Plan Commission

The South Milwaukee Plan Commission will hold a public hearing on May 23, 2023, to consider amending a Conditional Use Permit to add indoor and outdoor storage at 1040 Columbia Avenue, adjacent to an existing business at 930 Columbia Avenue in the M-2 Manufacturing Zone. The hearing will take place at 6:30 p.m. in the Common Council Chambers, 2424 15th Avenue. The public can review information at that address and direct questions to Ericka Lang, Economic Development Project Manager.

• Amendment of Conditional Use Permit for indoor and outdoor storage
• Location: 1040 Columbia Avenue, adjacent to 930 Columbia Avenue
• Zoning: M-2 Manufacturing Zone
• Public hearing on May 23, 2023 at 6:30 p.m. in Common Council Chambers
• Contact: Ericka Lang, 414-762-2222 x135, elang@smwi.org

Legislation & Permits Committee

The Legislation & Permits Committee will discuss a resolution to amend the Administrative Fee Schedule. The meeting also includes discussion of bartender license applications and a review of incidents at The Tap Room.

• Resolution to amend the Administrative Fee Schedule
• Bartender license application: Mackenzie Kruske, 6925 S. Juniper Dr
• Bartender license application: Megan Weeks, 200 W. Aspen Ct Unit 4
• Bartender license application: Sarah Weyrum, 3680 E. Becker Rd
• Review of incidents at The Tap Room, 1301 Milwaukee Ave

Public Works & Public Property Committee

The Public Works & Public Property Committee will discuss and possibly authorize two street paving contracts with Stark Pavement Corp.: $252,688 for the Oak Street & Marshall Avenue Pavement Rehabilitation Project and $259,965 for the Blake Avenue Asphalt Paving Project. Funding would come from capital project funds and the storm water utility.

• Contract for 2023 Oak Street & Marshall Avenue Pavement Rehabilitation Project, $252,688
• Contract for Blake Avenue Asphalt Paving Project, $259,965
• Both contracts awarded to Stark Pavement Corp.
• Funding from capital project funds and storm water utility

Celebrations Committee

The Celebrations Committee will discuss and possibly vote on several upcoming community events, including the Flag Day Ceremony, Fourth of July celebration, Movie Night, Open Doors, Family Halloween Event, and Afternoon at the Commons. The committee will also consider a motion to purchase a screen for Movie Night and review items for a time capsule and a financial report.

• Discussion and possible motion on Flag Day Ceremony on June 14 at 6:30 PM
• Discussion and possible motion on Fourth of July celebration on July 4
• Discussion and possible motion on Movie Night on August 18 (rain date August 19), including a possible motion to purchase a screen
• Discussion and possible motion on Open Doors on September 9
• Discussion and possible motion on Family Halloween Event on October 21

Board of Health

The South Milwaukee/St. Francis Board of Health will consider a citizen request to discuss a conversion therapy resolution/ordinance, hear reports from the Medical Advisor and Public Health Administrator (including a COVID-19 update and 2022 annual report), and elect a Chair, Vice-Chair, and Secretary. The board will also approve minutes from the March 9, 2023 meeting.

• Discussion of conversion therapy resolution/ordinance (citizen request)
• Public Health Administrator report: COVID-19 update, health program updates, CHIP priorities (mental health, substance misuse), 2022 annual report
• Election of Chair, Vice-Chair, and Secretary
• Approval of minutes from March 9, 2023 meeting

The Board of Health approved the March 9, 2023 meeting minutes and the 2022 Annual Report. The board elected its Chair, Vice-Chair, and Secretary. A request regarding a conversion therapy resolution or ordinance was tabled for further research.

• Approved March 9, 2023 meeting minutes (All ayes)
• Accepted 2022 Annual Report (All ayes)
• Elected Cyndi Kieck as Chair, Cassie Hadley as Vice-Chair, and Vickie Dominski as Secretary (All ayes)
• Tabled conversion therapy resolution/ordinance pending further research

Civic Grants Commission

The commission reviewed eight grant applications totaling $83,800 against a $50,000 budget. Seven non-profits were awarded funding based on community impact and service reach. The Friends of Mill Pond was not awarded a grant.

• Awarded $5,000 to South Milwaukee PD
• Awarded $1,600 to Friends of Grant Park
• Awarded $6,000 to South Milwaukee Lions Foundation
• Awarded $1,825 to Bucyrus Museum
• Awarded $16,300 to Friends of the Library
• Awarded $4,500 to South Milwaukee Historical Society
• Awarded $14,775 to Warm Up South Milwaukee
• Denied grant to Friends of Mill Pond

Claims Committee

The Claims Committee is meeting to review minutes from March 7, 2023, and then will enter closed session to discuss negotiations to settle or deny specific claims, including Parkcrest Housing and Patricia Gerasch, as well as other claims received since the last meeting. The committee will also discuss outstanding open claims and the claims status report. After the closed session, they will reconvene in open session to take any necessary action.

• Closed session discussion of Parkcrest Housing claim
• Closed session discussion of Patricia Gerasch claim
• Review of claims received since last meeting
• Discussion of outstanding open claims
• Discussion of claims status report

Legislation & Permits Committee

The Legislation & Permits Committee will meet to discuss and potentially motion on a bartending license application for Sajia M. Randolph. The meeting is scheduled for May 2, 2023.

• Discussion/possible motion regarding Sajia M. Randolph’s bartending license application

Common Council

The South Milwaukee Common Council will vote on several public works contracts, including fiber optic connections, watermain replacement, storm sewer, and water tower refurbishment. They will also discuss zoning matters, including a conditional use permit for vehicle storage and an amendment for auto sales, plus an update on the cancelled Falk Landfill expansion.

• Award contract for fiber optic connections project
• Award contract for Blake Avenue watermain replacement from 5th to 9th Avenue
• Award contract for Oak Street storm sewer project
• Award contract for Water Tower refurbishment project
• Amend conditional use permit for Lopez Auto Repairs & Body Shop at 2210 12th Avenue to allow auto sales at adjacent lot

Public Works & Public Property Committee

The Public Works & Public Property Committee will review bids and recommend contracts for four infrastructure projects: fiber optic connections, Blake Avenue watermain replacement, Oak Street storm sewer, and Water Tower refurbishment. It will also discuss authorizing a 2023 Polaris Ranger purchase for the Fire Department and receive an update on the cancelled Falk Landfill vertical expansion.

• Review bids and recommend contract for fiber optic connections project
• Review bids and recommend contract for Blake Avenue watermain replacement from 5th to 9th Avenue
• Review bids and recommend contract for Oak Street storm sewer project
• Review bids and recommend contract for Water Tower refurbishment project
• Discussion/possible motion to authorize purchase of 2023 Polaris Ranger for Fire Department

Plan Commission

The South Milwaukee Plan Commission will hold public hearings and vote on two conditional use permits: personal vehicle storage at 823 Milwaukee Avenue and used automobile sales at 2210-12 12th Avenue (amending Lopez Auto Repairs' existing permit). The commission will also consider recommending a Comprehensive Plan amendment designating the former Everbrite campus as an opportunity area, plus receive economic development updates. The meeting includes routine approval of prior minutes and scheduling the next meeting.

• Conditional use permit for personal automotive storage at 823 Milwaukee Avenue
• Conditional use permit amendment for used auto sales at 2210-12 12th Avenue (Lopez Auto Repairs & Body Shop)
• Resolution to recommend Comprehensive Plan amendment for former Everbrite campus as opportunity area
• Economic development updates: new businesses, commercial vacancies, Bucyrus grant programs
• Approval of March 28, 2023 minutes

Plan Commission

The Plan Commission will hold a public hearing on a Conditional Use Permit for used auto sales at 2212 12th Avenue, in addition to the existing mechanical auto repair approval at 2210 12th Avenue. The hearing is scheduled for April 25, 2023, at 6:30 p.m. in the Common Council Chambers.

• Conditional Use Permit for used auto sales at 2212 12th Avenue (C-3 Central Business Zone)
• Addition to existing conditional use for mechanical auto repair at 2210 12th Avenue
• Public hearing on April 25, 2023 at 6:30 p.m. in Common Council Chambers, 2424 15th Avenue

Plan Commission

The South Milwaukee Plan Commission will hold a public hearing on a Conditional Use Permit application for personal automotive vehicle storage at the commercial building at 823 Milwaukee Avenue, in the C-3 Central Business Zone. The hearing is scheduled for April 25, 2023 at 6:30 p.m. in the Common Council Chambers. The agenda contains only this single public hearing item.

• Conditional Use Permit for personal automotive storage at 823 Milwaukee Avenue
• Property is zoned C-3 Central Business Zone
• Public hearing on April 25, 2023 at 6:30 p.m. in Common Council Chambers, 2424 15th Avenue
• Contact: Ericka Lang, Economic Development Project Manager, 414-762-2222 x135

Common Council

The South Milwaukee Common Council will discuss and possibly vote on several items, including a resolution opposing the replacement of I-794 with surface street ramps, awarding a bridge reconstruction project, and approving 2023-2025 labor agreements with the police and firefighter unions. The council will also consider purchasing building inspection software and go into closed session for labor negotiations.

• Resolution opposing I-794 replacement with surface street ramps
• Bridge reconstruction project award discussion
• 2023-2025 labor agreements with police and firefighter unions
• Purchase of building inspection and community development software from BS&A
• Acceptance of Police Clerk Kyra Van Scyoc's resignation effective April 30, 2023

Legislation & Permits Committee

The Legislation & Permits Committee will meet to hold a discussion and possible motion regarding the Motor Vehicle Crash Response Fee. No other legislative items are listed on the agenda.

• Discussion/possible motion regarding the Motor Vehicle Crash Response Fee

Public Works & Public Property Committee

The Public Works & Public Property Committee is meeting to discuss and possibly vote on awarding a bridge reconstruction project. The agenda includes only this item, along with routine call to order and adjournment.

• Discussion and possible motion to award the bridge reconstruction project

Celebrations Committee

The South Milwaukee Celebrations Committee is meeting to discuss and plan community events, including Open Doors, Afternoon at the Commons, Movie Night, Fourth of July, and a Family Halloween Event. The committee will also review the Flag Day Ceremony scheduled for June 14, receive a Time Capsule update, and hear a financials report. The meeting includes routine items like approving minutes from the prior meeting.

• Discuss possible events: Open Doors, Afternoon at the Commons, Movie Night, Fourth of July, Family Halloween Event
• Flag Day Ceremony on June 14 at 6:30 p.m.
• Time Capsule Update
• Financials Report
• Approval of minutes from March 29, 2023 meeting

Water & Wastewater Commission

The South Milwaukee Water & Wastewater Commission will discuss and potentially vote on several operational items, including billing adjustments for two properties, a $9,579 process audit from Filmtec Corporation, replacement of the Water Utility fluoride pumps, and the upcoming Blake Ave watermain bid opening. The meeting also includes routine approval of minutes and vouchers, plus facility, personnel, and operational updates.

• Request for adjustments from 1501 Blakewood Ct. and 1608 Edgewood Ave.
• Memcor Process Audit in the amount of $9,579.00 from Filmtec Corporation
• Replacement of Water Utility fluoride pumps
• Blake Ave watermain bid opening scheduled for May 2, 2023
• Approval of Water Utility vouchers

Police & Fire Commission

The South Milwaukee Board of Police and Fire Commissioners will hold a regular meeting to approve prior minutes and discuss authorizing the Police Chief to begin recruiting and establishing an eligibility list for Police Officer positions. The meeting is scheduled for April 6, 2023, at 6:00 p.m. in the Committee Room of the City Administration Building.

• Discussion/possible motion to authorize Police Chief to start recruitment for Police Officer position
• Approval of minutes from March 21, 2023 meeting

Common Council

The South Milwaukee Common Council will consider several items, including authorizing agreements for the city's participation in the opioid settlement pertaining to pharmacies, amending the salary ordinance for seasonal helpers, and amending municipal code chapters on health department licenses and weights and measures. The council will also discuss a proposed 2023 Bucyrus Storefront Activation grant program and approve appointments to the Board of Health.

• Approval of appointment of Dr. Adam Sadik to fill unexpired term on Board of Health
• Authorization for city officials to enter agreements for opioid settlement pertaining to pharmacies
• Ordinance to amend salary ordinance no. 2235 for seasonal helpers' salaries
• Ordinance to amend Chapter 31 of Municipal Code on health department licenses and business regulations
• Ordinance to amend Chapter 32 of Municipal Code on weights and measures

Legislation & Permits Committee

The Legislation & Permits Committee will meet to discuss amusement and arcade device licenses following recent police activity at Boosters Bar. The committee will also hold a discussion regarding No Mow May.

• Discussion of amusement/arcade device licenses and police activity at 1115 Milwaukee Avenue
• Discussion regarding No Mow May

Celebrations Committee

The South Milwaukee Celebrations Committee is meeting to organize itself and plan upcoming community celebrations. The agenda includes electing a chairperson, discussing future events, deciding on time capsule items and placement, reviewing finances, and appointing members to approve expenditures.

• Elect a chairperson
• Discuss future events
• Discuss time capsule items and placement
• Financial report
• Appoint member and alternate for approving committee expenditures

Plan Commission

The South Milwaukee Plan Commission will meet to consider a landscape and lighting plan for a proposed development at 100 15th Avenue, a Conditional Use Permit for personal vehicle storage at 823 Milwaukee Avenue, and a new commercial interior grant program funded by Bucyrus Foundation funds. The commission will also approve the February 28, 2023 minutes and schedule the next meeting for April 25, 2023.

• Landscape and lighting plan for proposed development at 100 15th Avenue by Khalek Building Services
• Conditional Use Permit application at 823 Milwaukee Avenue for storage of personal vehicles
• New commercial interior grant program funded with Bucyrus Foundation funds
• Approval of February 28, 2023 meeting minutes
• Next meeting scheduled for April 25, 2023

Common Council

The South Milwaukee Common Council is meeting to consider several items, including a proposed purchase of a mobile column vehicle lift for up to $78,949, amendments to municipal code chapters on health licenses and weights/measures, and a property tax refund. They will also discuss resignations from a firefighter and an equipment operator, and receive updates on a new business and a mural project. The meeting includes routine consent agenda items for minutes and financial reports.

• Purchase of mobile column vehicle lift from NAPA, not to exceed $78,949, from capital improvements fund
• Proposed ordinance amending Chapter 31 (health department licenses and business regulations)
• Proposed ordinance amending Chapter 32 (weights and measures)
• Refund for overpayment of personal property taxes for 1731 Blake Avenue
• Resignations of Firefighter Noah Jansen and Equipment Operator Jarod Schroeder

Police & Fire Commission

The South Milwaukee Board of Police and Fire Commissioners will hold a special meeting to discuss and possibly authorize the Fire Chief to begin hiring for two vacant fire department positions and create an eligibility list. The board will also approve minutes from the previous meeting and hear a presentation on open meeting requirements. The agenda is otherwise procedural.

• Discussion/possible motion to authorize Fire Chief to fill two vacant positions
• Approval of minutes from February 14, 2023 meeting
• City Attorney presentation on open meeting requirements

Public Works & Public Property Committee

The Public Works & Public Property Committee will discuss and possibly authorize the purchase of a mobile column vehicle lift from NAPA for up to $78,949, funded by the 2022/2023 capital improvements fund. They will also discuss table use at Bucyrus Commons. The meeting is scheduled for March 21, 2023, at 6:15 p.m.

• Possible motion to authorize purchase of mobile column vehicle lift from NAPA, not to exceed $78,949
• Discussion of table use at Bucyrus Commons

Water & Wastewater Commission

The South Milwaukee Water & Wastewater Commission will meet to consider billing adjustments for three properties, approve a turbidimeter purchase, and discuss a lead service line replacement assistance program. The agenda also includes routine items like meeting minutes, operational updates, and voucher approval.

• Request for adjustments from 1305 Manitoba Ave., 1714 Cedar St., 1421 Edgewood Ave.
• Purchase of benchtop Hach turbidimeter not to exceed $5,222.89 from USA BlueBook
• Discussion of PSC customer-side lead service line replacement financial assistance programs
• Approval of Water Utility vouchers

Board of Health

The South Milwaukee/St. Francis Board of Health is meeting to review routine reports, including COVID-19 updates and health program updates, and to discuss a citizen request regarding a conversion therapy ordinance. The board will also consider a resignation and review a DHS 140 determination letter and a Public Health Infrastructure Grant.

• Discussion of conversion therapy ordinance (citizen request)
• Resignation of board member David Flores
• DHS 140 Review Determination Letter
• Public Health Infrastructure Grant
• COVID-19 update and CHIP priorities on mental health and substance misuse

The Board approved the minutes from November 10, 2022, and the Public Health Administrator's report. The Board discussed a request to ban conversion therapy and will review draft options for a resolution or municipal code in May 2023. The Common Council approved $136,135 in Public Health Infrastructure Grant funds.

• Approved November 10, 2022 meeting minutes
• Approved Public Health Administrator's report
• Accepted $136,135 Public Health Infrastructure Grant (approved by Common Council)
• Deferred decision on conversion therapy ordinance; Administrator to draft resolution and code options for May 2023 meeting

Civic Grants Commission

The Civic Grants Commission will discuss and recommend eligible nonprofit requests for the Bucyrus Civic Grant, and review the award criteria and application process. This is a working meeting to shape grant recommendations, not a final award decision.

• Discuss and recommend eligible nonprofit requests for Bucyrus Civic Grant
• Review grant award criteria and process for Bucyrus Civic Grant applications

The commission reviewed eleven letters of interest to determine eligibility for the Bucyrus Civic Grant. Eight organizations were invited to submit full grant applications. Members also discussed the award criteria and timeline.

• Invited Bucyrus Museum to submit grant application
• Invited Friends of the South Milwaukee Library to submit grant application
• Invited Friends of Mill Pond to submit grant application
• Invited Friends of Grant Park to submit grant application
• Invited South Milwaukee Fire Department to submit grant application
• Invited South Milwaukee Historical Society to submit grant application
• Invited South Milwaukee Lions club to submit grant application
• Invited South Milwaukee Police Department to submit grant application

Claims Committee

The Claims Committee is meeting to review minutes from a prior meeting and then go into closed session to discuss negotiating or denying specific claims, including those from Ralph Kachelmeier, TMW Milwaukee, LLC, Zion Lutheran School, and Vladimir Ndina, as well as any other claims received since the last meeting. They will also discuss outstanding open claims and a claims status report, then return to open session for any necessary action.

• Closed session under Wisconsin Statute 19.85(1)(e) & (g) to discuss claims negotiations and legal strategy
• Claims involving Ralph Kachelmeier, TMW Milwaukee, LLC, Zion Lutheran School, and Vladimir Ndina
• Review of minutes from December 20, 2022 meeting and closed session

Common Council

The South Milwaukee Common Council will consider several land-use items, including a conditional use permit for a mixed-use development at 2318 10th Avenue and a preliminary plat for 2001 7th Avenue. They will also discuss using ARPA funds for water tower rehabilitation and a resolution to end a $75 payment to the City Clerk for election administration. The meeting includes routine items like minutes approval and scheduling future meetings.

• Conditional use permit for mixed-use development by A.K. Development at 2318 10th Avenue
• Resolution approving preliminary plat for 2001 7th Avenue
• Use of ARPA funds for South Milwaukee water tower rehabilitation
• Resolution to discontinue $75 payment to City Clerk for election administration
• Discussion of GRAEF's design for Everbrite site at 315 Marion Avenue

Plan Commission

The South Milwaukee Plan Commission will hold a public hearing and consider recommending a conditional use permit and tax increment financing for a proposed 4-story mixed-use development at 2318 10th Ave. It will also consider recommending a preliminary subdivision plat for an 8-parcel single-family residential development at 2001 7th Ave, and discuss a design illustration for the Everbrite site at 315 Marion Ave. Staff will provide updates on economic development activities.

• Public hearing for conditional use application for mixed-use development at 2318 10th Ave
• Discussion and possible motion to recommend conditional use for 4-story mixed-use building by A.K. Development
• Discussion of Tax Increment Finance application for the 2318 10th Ave development
• Possible motion to recommend preliminary subdivision plat by Janssen-Bruckner LLC for 8-parcel residential development at 2001 7th Ave
• Discussion of GRAEF's design development illustration for Everbrite site at 315 Marion Ave

Common Council

The Common Council will discuss and possibly vote on several personnel items, including position descriptions for the Street Department Manager and Building & Code Enforcement Inspector, an ordinance amending salaries for the City Engineer, Street Department Manager, and Building & Code Enforcement Inspector, and hiring a consultant for the City Engineer recruitment. It will also consider a bartender license, utility software purchase using ARPA funds, building repairs, capital projects, signage, fire inspection software, and election-related items, then go into closed session for labor negotiations with police and firefighter unions.

• Ordinance to amend salary ordinance for City Engineer, Street Department Manager, and Building & Code Enforcement Inspector
• Engage consultant for City Engineer recruitment and selection
• Purchase financial software for utilities using ARPA funds
• Replace overhead door and heating unit at Street Department
• Agreement with Brycer, LLC for fire protection system inspection software

Legislation & Permits Committee

The Legislation & Permits Committee will discuss and possibly vote on a bartender license application for the 2022-2023 period filed by Karen Stoltz. The meeting includes only this item and procedural actions.

• Discussion/possible motion on bartender license application for Karen Stoltz, 3746 E Allerton Ave, Cudahy

Public Works & Public Property Committee

The Public Works & Public Property Committee will discuss and possibly vote on several items, including using ARPA funds to buy financial software for utilities, replacing an overhead door and a heating unit at the Street Department, and the 2023 capital improvement program. The meeting is scheduled for February 27, 2023, at 5:45 p.m. in the City Administration Building.

• Purchase of financial software for utilities using ARPA funds
• Replacement of overhead door at Street Department
• Replacement of heating unit in Street Department Building #2
• Discussion of 2023 capital improvement program

Police & Fire Commission

The South Milwaukee Board of Police and Fire Commissioners will meet to approve minutes from January and discuss a possible motion to approve the appointment of one firefighter, based on a conditional employment offer from Chief Litchford, to fill a vacancy in the fire department. The meeting is largely routine, with the firefighter appointment as the only substantive action item.

• Possible appointment of one firefighter per conditional offer from Chief Litchford to fill a vacancy
• Approval of minutes from January 10, 2023 meeting

Notice of Public Hearing on Proposal to Change Zoning

The Common Council will hold a public hearing on Feb. 7, 2023, to consider rezoning the property at 100 15th Avenue from R-B Residential to Planned Development District. The change would allow converting a vacant commercial building into 20 apartments with site improvements. A presentation precedes the hearing, and written comments may be submitted to the Economic Development Project Manager.

• Rezoning of 100 15th Avenue from R-B Residential to Planned Development District
• Proposal to convert vacant commercial building into 20 apartments
• Public hearing scheduled for Feb. 7, 2023 at 6:15 p.m. in Common Council Chambers
• Contact: Ericka Lang, Economic Development Project Manager, 414-762-2222 x135

Common Council

The South Milwaukee Common Council will hold a public hearing and consider rezoning 100 15th Avenue from R-B Residential to Planned Development District to allow 20 residential units. The council will also vote on consent agenda items, including $17.97 million in vouchers, and discuss several personnel resignations and appointments.

• Public hearing and possible ordinance to rezone 100 15th Avenue to Planned Development District for 20 residential units
• Approval of vouchers totaling $17,970,559.34 for period ending January 31, 2023
• Acceptance of resignations from Police Officers Brennyn Sibley and Kadija Walusay, and Dispatcher Connor Dews
• Appointment of Jordan Pekar to Water/Wastewater Commission
• Possible ordinance to create a Civic Grants Commission and resolution on Bucyrus campus street addresses

Legislation & Permits Committee

The Legislation & Permits Committee will discuss and possibly vote on a bartender license application for the 2022-2023 period filed by Karen Stoltz of Cudahy. No other substantive items are on the agenda.

• Discussion/possible motion on bartender license application for Karen Stoltz, 3746 E Allerton Ave, Cudahy

Plan Commission

The South Milwaukee Plan Commission will consider a site plan to convert the property at 100 15th Avenue into 20 residential units, submitted by Villa Apartments and Khalek Building Services. The commission will also hear a presentation from AK Development in response to an RFP for the city-owned vacant lot at 2318 10th Avenue, then may go into closed session to discuss the potential sale of that property.

• Site plan review for 20 residential units at 100 15th Avenue
• Presentation from AK Development on RFP response for 2318 10th Avenue
• Possible closed session to negotiate sale of city-owned lot at 2318 10th Avenue
• Approval of minutes from January 10, 2023 special meeting

Common Council

The South Milwaukee Common Council will consider a proposed franchise agreement with LightWave Fiber Networks for a community fiber-optic internet system, rezonings for residential projects at 1100 Milwaukee Avenue and 100 15th Avenue, and an ordinance setting police union salaries. The agenda also includes several meeting date cancellations and routine consent items.

• Fiber-optic franchise agreement with LightWave Fiber Networks (closed session possible)
• Rezone 1100 Milwaukee Avenue from M-2 Industrial to Planned Development District for 92 residential units and commercial uses
• Rezone 100 15th Avenue from R-B Residential to Planned Development District for 20 residential units (Villa Apartments, LLC)
• Ordinance to amend No. 2228 fixing police union salaries, wages, and benefits
• Approve Crane Engineering quote up to $51,000 for primary clarifier rehabilitation

Police & Fire Commission

The Board of Police and Fire Commissioners will meet to approve prior minutes, discuss the resignation of Firefighter/Paramedic Jacob Bodden, and consider certifying the firefighter eligibility list. They may also authorize Chief Litchford to begin background checks and interviews to fill two current vacancies.

• Discussion of resignation of Firefighter/Paramedic Jacob Bodden
• Possible motion to certify firefighter eligibility list
• Possible motion authorizing Chief Litchford to start background/interview process for 2 vacancies

Plan Commission

The South Milwaukee Plan Commission will discuss and possibly recommend zoning changes for two properties. The first is a request by J. Jeffers & Co. and Scott Crawford, Inc. to rezone part of 1100 Milwaukee Avenue from M-2 Industrial to a Planned Development District for 92 residential units and commercial uses. The second is a proposal by Villa Apartments, LLC and Khalek Building Services to repurpose 100 15th Avenue for 20 residential units, which may involve a zoning amendment from R-B Residential to PDD. The commission may also approve minutes from previous meetings and schedule the next meeting.

• Rezone portion of 1100 Milwaukee Avenue from M-2 Industrial to Planned Development District for 92 residential units and commercial uses
• Proposal to repurpose 100 15th Avenue for 20 residential units
• Possible motion to schedule public hearing for zoning amendment at 100 15th Avenue from R-B Residential to PDD
• Approval of minutes from November 29, 2022 and December 5, 2022 meetings
• Next meeting scheduled for January 24, 2023

Water & Wastewater Commission

The South Milwaukee Water & Wastewater Commission will vote on several spending items, including a $35,000 biosolids process upgrade study and a $2,234.32 purchase of heaters. They will also discuss buying a new turbidimeter and the fire protection fee for vacant lots. The meeting includes routine items like approving minutes and vouchers.

• Biosolids Process Upgrade Study by Applied Technologies, not to exceed $35,000
• Purchase of two Dayton Electric heaters for Water Utility filter room, $2,234.32 from Grainger
• Purchase of a new finished water turbidimeter
• Discussion on fire protection fee for vacant lots
• Approval of Water Utility vouchers

Notice of Public Hearing on Proposal to Change Zoning

The South Milwaukee Common Council will hold a public hearing on January 3, 2023, to consider rezoning a portion of the property at 1100 Milwaukee Avenue from M-2 Industrial to a Planned Development District. The change would allow repurposing certain buildings for residential units and commercial uses with site improvements, based on a proposal submitted to the Plan Commission. The rezoned boundary will follow a Certified Survey Map conditionally approved by the Plan Commission and Common Council. Written comments may be submitted to Ericka Lang, Economic Development Project Manager, to be read into the record.

• Rezoning of portion of 1100 Milwaukee Avenue from M-2 Industrial to Planned Development District
• Proposal allows repurposing buildings for residential and commercial uses with site improvements
• Public hearing scheduled for January 3, 2023 at 6:15 p.m. in Common Council Chambers, 2424 15th Avenue
• Certified Survey Map conditionally approved by Plan Commission and Common Council determines rezoned boundary
• Contact: Ericka Lang, Economic Development Project Manager, 414-762-2222 x135, elang@smwi.org

Common Council

The Common Council will hold a public hearing at 6:15 p.m. on a proposal to change zoning for part of the property at 1100 Milwaukee Avenue, followed by discussion and possible referral to staff and Plan Commission. The council will also consider approving a biosolids process upgrade study and routine consent agenda items.

• Public hearing on zoning change for 1100 Milwaukee Avenue
• Approval of vouchers totaling $2,211,271.04
• Appointment of police officer Scott Cholewinski
• Biosolids process upgrade study by Applied Technologies, not to exceed $34,900
• Appointments to Celebrations Committee

Common Council

The Common Council will hold a public hearing at 6:15 p.m. on a proposal to change zoning for part of the property at 1100 Milwaukee Avenue, followed by discussion and possible action. The council will also consider approving a biosolids process upgrade study and several consent agenda items.

• Public hearing on zoning change for 1100 Milwaukee Avenue
• Discussion on repurposing buildings at 1100 Milwaukee Avenue
• Approval of vouchers totaling $2,211,271.04
• Biosolids process upgrade study by Applied Technologies, not to exceed $34,900
• Appointment of Scott Scholewinski as police officer