South Milwaukee public meetings in 2024

Legislation & Permits Committee

The Legislation & Permits Committee will discuss and possibly make motions on three items: regulations for murals in the city, potential implementation of fees for food trucks, and an agent change for the liquor license of Dot’s Supper Club at 305 N. Chicago Avenue. The meeting is advisory; no final decisions are made at this committee level.

• Discussion/possible motion regarding regulations of murals in the City of South Milwaukee
• Discussion/possible motion regarding potential implementation of fees for food trucks
• Agent change for PPCC LLC DBA Dot’s Supper Club / Dottie Kieckbusch, Agent, for the premise at 305 N. Chicago Avenue for the 2024-2025 license period

Common Council

The Common Council will consider consent agenda items including $1.1 million in vouchers, a resignation, and a fire department rank change. Notable discussions include a title change for Fire Captain to Battalion Chief, a fuel storage tank for the Yacht Club, and a traffic calming agreement with the school district. The council will also enter closed session to negotiate the purchase of two parking lots.

• Approval of $1,139,836.86 in November 2024 vouchers
• Resignation of part-time Treasurer Clerk Karisa Lamon, effective Jan 3, 2025
• Discussion on allowing South Milwaukee Yacht Club to install a fuel storage tank
• Memorandum of understanding with School District for traffic calming and pedestrian safety
• Closed session to discuss purchasing parking lots at 1130 Milwaukee Ave and 2001 12th Ave

Police & Fire Commission

The South Milwaukee Board of Police and Fire Commissioners will hold a regular meeting. Agenda items include discussion and possible motions on personnel actions: a voluntary reduction in rank of Paramedic/Lieutenant Ryan Miksa to Paramedic/Firefighter, a promotion of Paramedic/Firefighter Jeremy Fronczak to Paramedic/Lieutenant, and a change of the title Captain to Battalion Chief. The meeting also covers approval of prior minutes.

• Confirmation of voluntary reduction in rank of Paramedic/Lieutenant Ryan Miksa to Paramedic/Firefighter effective January 2, 2025
• Confirmation of promotion of Paramedic/Firefighter Jeremy Fronczak to Paramedic/Lieutenant effective January 3, 2025
• Discussion/possible motion to change title of Captain to Battalion Chief

Water & Wastewater Commission

The Water & Wastewater Commission will discuss a contract for sanitary sewer replacement on Michigan Ave. and a PSC Rate Case Study to fund DNR loan repayments. The body will also review lead service line replacements for 2025.

• Proposed $402,640.00 contract to Wanasek Corporation for Michigan Ave. sanitary sewer replacement
• Proposed PSC Rate Case Study for DNR Safe Drinking Water Loan repayments regarding 20” transmission line and lead service line projects
• One-time adjustment requests for 819 Marquette Ave., 1319 Michigan Ave., and 1645 Drexel Blvd.
• Discussion of 2025 lead service line replacements
• Approval of Water Utility vouchers and Water/Wastewater/Fire Protection adjustments

Legislation & Permits Committee

The Legislation & Permits Committee will discuss and possibly vote on three alcohol license applications for the 2024-2025 license period: a Class B license for Bar 920 at 920 Milwaukee Avenue, a Class B license for Dot's Supper Club at 305 N. Chicago Avenue, and a Class A license for BJ Liquor at 2411 5th Avenue.

• Class B Beer and Alcohol license for AK & MF LLC, DBA Bar 920, at 920 Milwaukee Avenue
• Class B Beer and Alcohol license for PPCC Services LLC, DBA Dot's Supper Club, at 305 N. Chicago Avenue
• Class A Beer and Alcohol license for Preet Liquor Inc., DBA BJ Liquor, at 2411 5th Avenue

Common Council

The Common Council will consider the 2025 budget for opioid settlement funds and the creation of a Mobile Integrated Health unit using those funds. They will also vote on three liquor license renewals, a parking restriction amendment, and a $15,000 matching grant for Dot's Supper Club. Other items include a senior tax exchange program with the school district and renewal of public health services for St. Francis. The meeting also includes presentations on the S.M.ALL Business Program and a potential closed session on the South Milwaukee Sam campaign.

• Discussion of 2025 budget for city's opioid settlement funds
• Creation of Mobile Integrated Health (MIH) unit funded by opioid settlement funds
• Three liquor license applications: Bar 920 (920 Milwaukee Ave), Dot's Supper Club (305 N Chicago Ave), BJ Liquor (2411 5th Ave)
• Ordinance to amend parking restrictions on east side of 13th Avenue at 1234 Milwaukee Avenue
• Bucyrus Storefront Activation Grant up to $15,000 for Dot's Supper Club at 305 N Chicago Ave

Plan Commission

The Plan Commission will consider a motion to approve a Bucyrus Storefront Activation Grant exception for Dot's Supper Club, a full-service restaurant at 305 N. Chicago Avenue, and discuss a second draft of the zoning chapter rewrite that would eliminate conditional uses and increase allowed density. Commissioners will also receive an update on the previously approved conditional use permit for a pickleball facility at the same address and vote on minutes from prior meetings.

• Motion to grant location exception and approve up to $15,000 for interior improvements at 305 N. Chicago Ave for Dot's Supper Club (full-service restaurant)
• Update on approved Conditional Use Permit for multi-use pickleball facility at 305 N. Chicago Ave
• Discussion of zoning chapter rewrite (meeting 2) – proposed districts, elimination of conditional uses, increased density, form-based code
• Approval of September 24 and November 7, 2024 meeting minutes

Legislation & Permits Committee

The Legislation & Permits Committee will meet to discuss and potentially take action on the 2025 Administrative Fee Schedule.

• Discussion and possible motion regarding the 2025 Administrative Fee Schedule

Common Council

The Common Council will consider the adoption of the 2025 budget and the 2024 tax levy. The body will also discuss salary ordinances for city employees and several water system bond issuances.

• Adoption of the 2025 budget and 2024 tax levy
• Award of Michigan Ave Sewer Replacement project to Wanasek Corporation not to exceed $402,640
• Issuance of taxable water system revenue bonds up to $442,098 and $491,220 financial assistance agreement
• Issuance of LSL replacement loan program revenue bonds for series 2024A (up to $315,280) and 2024B (up to $129,043)
• Review of the 2025 Administrative Fee Schedule

Common Council

The Common Council will hold a special meeting on November 26, 2024 to adopt the proposed 2025 Operating Budget. A public hearing on the budget was held the previous evening. The budget covers general government, street department, police, fire, library, utilities, and other city operations.

• Adopt the 2025 Operating Budget for the City of South Milwaukee
• Public hearing on the budget held November 25, 2024
• Budget includes Police Department, Fire Department/Paramedics, Public Library, and other departments

Library Board

The South Milwaukee Public Library Board of Trustees will meet to review October 2024 financial statements and discuss the 2025 budget. The board will also consider actions regarding library policies and staffing.

• 2025 Budget Discussion
• Collection Development Policy
• Code of Conduct and Study Room Policy
• Children’s iPad Checkout Policy
• Shelver Positions

Finance Committee

The South Milwaukee Finance Committee is holding a public hearing on the proposed 2025 Operating Budget. The proposed budget increases the property tax levy by 3.34% to $13,095,291 and total general fund expenditures by 4.47% to $18,617,594. Following the hearing, the Common Council will consider adoption at a special meeting on November 26.

• Public hearing on proposed 2025 Operating Budget
• Property tax levy increase from $12,672,056 to $13,095,291 (3.34%)
• General fund expenditures rise from $17,820,596 to $18,617,594 (4.47%)
• Paramedics budget decreases from $760,503 to $609,245
• Debt service fund expenditures increase from $5,232,116 to $5,613,600

Water & Wastewater Commission

The Water & Wastewater Commission will consider one-time billing adjustment requests for three properties, approve the purchase of a Hach DR3900 Spectrophotometer for $7,060.50, and discuss ongoing and 2025 lead service line replacements.

• One-time adjustment requests for 2410 14th Ave., 1115 Milwaukee Ave., 1329 Minnesota Ave.
• Purchase of Hach DR3900 Spectrophotometer for $7,060.50
• Discussion of ongoing lead service line replacements
• Discussion of 2025 lead service line replacements
• Approval of Water Utility vouchers

Common Council

The Common Council will decide on awarding a $94,746.88 design contract for the 2025 Paving Program, a liquor license for a Citgo station, and a GPS equipment purchase. They will also discuss revisions to the grant policy and a $1,000 sponsorship request. A reminder is given about the upcoming public hearing and adoption of the 2025 budget at a special meeting.

• Award design contract for 2025 Paving Program to Collins Engineers for $94,746.88
• Discussion/possible motion on 'Class A' liquor license for Durga LLC, DBA South Milwaukee Citgo at 3403 S. Chicago Avenue
• Purchase of GPS equipment and service from PreCise MRM, LLC for Street and Water/Wastewater Departments
• Update on School District of South Milwaukee's traffic mitigation plans for Rawson Avenue
• $1,000 grant request to sponsor the Shop Small World Tour event on Shop Small Saturday

Celebrations Committee

The Celebrations Committee will discuss follow-up on the Family Halloween event from October 19 and plan for the upcoming Christmas at the Commons event on December 7, including discussion about Sam's attendance. The committee will also review a financial report and set the next meeting date.

• Follow-up discussion on Family Halloween event held 10/19
• Discussion about Christmas at the Commons event scheduled 12/7, including Sam's attendance
• Review of financial report

Water & Wastewater Commission

The Water & Wastewater Commission will discuss and possibly vote on one-time utility adjustment requests for 2410 14th Ave., 1115 Milwaukee Ave., and 1329 Minnesota Ave. They will also consider purchasing a Hach DR3900 Spectrophotometer for $7,060.50. Discussions will include ongoing and 2025 lead service line replacements, along with operational updates and approval of water utility vouchers.

• One-time adjustment request for 2410 14th Ave., 1115 Milwaukee Ave., 1329 Minnesota Ave.
• Purchase of Hach DR3900 Spectrophotometer for $7,060.50
• Discussion on ongoing lead service line replacements
• Discussion on 2025 lead service line replacements
• Approval of Water Utility vouchers

Board of Health

The Board of Health will review the proposed 2025 budget update and hear the quarterly health program report from the Public Health Administrator. The board will also consider a statewide Department of Health Services costing and capacity assessment and staffing surveys. Minutes from September 12, 2024 are to be approved, and the Medical Advisor will report.

• Proposed Budget 2025 update
• Public Health Administrator quarterly report on health programs
• Statewide DHS Costing and Capacity Assessment and staffing surveys
• Medical Advisor Report
• Approval of September 12, 2024 meeting minutes

Plan Commission

The Plan Commission will hear a presentation from Scott Crawford, Inc. on their proposed mixed-use project at the former Bucyrus Campus (1100 and 1022 Milwaukee Avenue). They will discuss and possibly approve an updated development plan for the Conditional Use Permit and recommend a zoning amendment from M-2 Manufacturing and C-3 Central Business to Planned Development District. The commission will also go into closed session to discuss a development agreement for the project.

• Presentation and discussion of mixed-use project by Scott Crawford, Inc. at former Bucyrus Campus
• Possible approval of updated development plan as part of Conditional Use Permit
• Recommendation of zoning amendment to Planned Development District for 1100 and 1022 Milwaukee Avenue
• Closed session to negotiate development agreement between City and Scott Crawford, Inc.
• Project includes 171 apartments and 22,500 sq ft commercial space

Common Council

The Common Council will hold a public hearing and discuss a zoning amendment for properties at 1100 and 1022 Milwaukee Avenue. The meeting includes a presentation and development plan review for a mixed-use project by Scott Crawford, Inc.

• Public hearing and proposed zoning amendment for 1100 and 1022 Milwaukee Avenue
• Approval of October 2024 vouchers totaling $2,239,118.55
• Discussion on remaining American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds
• Proposed exemption for tax-exempt organizations from special event permit fees
• Purchase of a RAM Promaster 1500 High Roof van for Water/Wastewater Department

Library Board

The South Milwaukee Public Library Board will vote on September financial statements and the collection development policy. They will also discuss the 2025 budget, shelver wage review, notary services, and a library mural.

• Approval of expenditures for operating and trust/gift accounts for September 2024
• Discussion of the 2025 budget
• Shelver wage review and timeline
• Discussion/action on notary services
• Action on collection development policy and children's iPad checkout policy

Plan Commission

The Plan Commission will discuss and possibly approve an updated development plan for the Bucyrus Campus project (179 apartments, 7,730 sqft commercial) at 1100 and 1022 Milwaukee Avenue, and recommend a zoning amendment from M-2 Manufacturing and C-3 Central Business to Planned Development District. The commission will also enter closed session to negotiate a development agreement with Scott Crawford, Inc. for the mixed-use development in Tax Incremental District No. 5. Staff will provide quarterly updates on business grants, commercial vacancies, and the zoning rewrite and comprehensive plan.

• Discussion/possible motion to approve updated development plan for Bucyrus Campus conditional use permit (179 apartments, 7,730 sqft commercial) at 1100 and 1022 Milwaukee Avenue
• Discussion/possible motion to recommend rezoning of former Bucyrus Campus from M-2 and C-3 to Planned Development District
• Closed session to discuss development agreement between City and Scott Crawford, Inc. for the mixed-use development in TID No. 5
• Economic development staff quarterly updates on business grants, commercial property vacancies, zoning rewrite, and comprehensive plan
• Approval of minutes from September 24, 2024 meeting

Plan Commission

The Plan Commission is meeting to discuss a development project and a potential zoning change for the former Bucyrus Campus. The body will also enter a closed session to discuss real estate and competitive bargaining.

• Conditional Use Permit for the Bucyrus Campus project for Scott Crawford, Inc.
• Proposed zoning change for the former Bucyrus Campus from Manufacturing and C-3 Central Business districts
• Closed session regarding the purchase of real properties and competitive bargaining

Common Council

The Common Council will discuss several departmental updates, including a new leadership structure for the Street Department and a proposed Senior Tax Exchange Program. The body is also reviewing a budget for the 2024 Revolving Fund and a fee increase for commercial garbage collection.

• Award of 2025 phase 1 lead service line replacement project to Five Star Energy Services not to exceed $497,775
• Approval of September 2024 vouchers in the amount of $5,366,502.21
• Resolution to increase the special charge for garbage collection and disposal on commercial properties
• Purchase of a RAM ProMaster 1500 cargo van for the Water/Wastewater Department
• Temporary Class B Beer and Wine license application for Zion Lutheran ELC

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will discuss whether to exempt non-profit organizations from Special Event Permit fees, except for events held at Bucyrus Commons. No formal action is scheduled; this is a discussion item.

• Discussion on Special Event Permit fee exemptions for non-profit organizations
• Exception for events held at Bucyrus Commons

Celebrations Committee

The Celebrations Committee will meet to discuss and potentially take action on two upcoming 2024 events. The meeting includes a review of financial reports and the approval of previous meeting minutes.

• Family Halloween event on 10/19
• Christmas at the Commons event on 12/7
• Financials Report

Water & Wastewater Commission

The South Milwaukee Water & Wastewater Commission will discuss and vote on several items, including the proposed 2025 budgets, the 2023 audits, and a one-time adjustment request from multiple addresses. A key action item is approval of the 2025 phase 1 lead service line replacement project with Five Star Energy Services for $497,775. The commission will also discuss ongoing lead service line replacements and other operational updates.

• One-time adjustment request from 1521 Beech St., 1311 Rawson Ave., 1423 Rawson Ave., 1637 Maple St., 1715 10th Ave.
• Approval of proposed 2025 budgets
• Discussion and approval of 2023 audits
• Donohue task order #4 for the 20-inch transmission line replacement project
• Approval of 2025 phase 1 lead service line replacement project with Five Star Energy Services for $497,775

Finance Committee

The South Milwaukee Finance Committee will meet on October 10, 2024, at 6:00 PM for a possible continuation of the 2025 Operating Budget review, if necessary. This is a procedural meeting following the executive budget session on October 8. No formal action is expected.

• Possible continuation of the 2025 Operating Budget review
• Departments reviewed on October 8 include Police, Fire, Public Library, and Stormwater Utility

Finance Committee

The South Milwaukee Finance Committee will hold an executive budget review on October 8, 2024, at 6:00 PM in the Common Council Chambers (2424 15th Avenue). The meeting will discuss the proposed 2025 Operating Budget, including general government, indebtedness, celebrations, street department/recycling, little league, insurance reserve, senior center, engineering, inspection, economic development, health, fire, police, library, stormwater, sewer, water, revenues, and revolving fund. No formal action will be taken at this meeting; it is part of the process leading to a public hearing on November 25 and council adoption on November 26.

• Review of General Government budget (including Mayor, Clerk, Assessor, Treasurer, City Attorney, Municipal Court)
• Review of Police and Fire Department budgets
• Review of Public Library budget
• Review of Street Department/Recycling budget
• Review of Stormwater Utility and Sewer Enterprise Fund budgets

Common Council

The Common Council will discuss a conditional use permit for a pickleball facility and business grants for a new venue. Members will also review federal funds for road narrowing and a free e-waste recycling agreement.

• Conditional Use Permit for a multi-use pickleball club at 305 N. Chicago Avenue
• $105,000 in Bucyrus Business Grants for a business at 1234 Milwaukee Avenue
• Federal funds for temporarily narrowing Chicago Avenue (STH 32) at Oak Street
• Agreement with Com2 Recycling Solutions for free resident E-Waste recycling
• Temporary extension of premise application for Jack’s of all Trades at 2616 5th Avenue

Public Works & Public Property Committee

The Public Works & Public Property Committee will meet to discuss the use of federal funds for a project on Chicago Avenue. The body will also discuss right-of-way coordination with Milwaukee County.

• Approval of federal funds for temporarily narrowing Chicago Avenue (STH 32) at Oak Street
• Right-of-way coordination with Milwaukee County for alleys and roadways on County property

Housing Authority of the City of South Milwaukee

The Housing Authority of the City of South Milwaukee will hold a public hearing on its 5-Year and Annual PHA Plan, followed by a board meeting. The board will consider resolutions to approve the 2025-2029 PHA Plan and capital improvements work plan, and to adjust the Flat Rent schedule effective January 1, 2025. Reports on vacancies, tenant accounts, operations, and financials are also on the agenda.

• Public hearing on the 5-Year and Annual PHA Plan
• Resolution 24-02: approval of the 2025-2029 PHA Plan and Five-Year Capital Improvements work plan
• Resolution 24-03: adjusting the Flat Rent schedule effective January 1, 2025
• Reports on current and future vacancies, Tenants Accounts Receivables, monthly operations, and financials

Housing Authority of the City of South Milwaukee

The Housing Authority of the City of South Milwaukee will hold a public hearing and board meeting to review the 5-Year and Annual PHA Plans. The board will consider resolutions regarding capital improvements and rent schedules.

• Public hearing on the 5-Year and Annual PHA Plans
• Resolution 24-02: Approval of the 2025-2029 Five-Year Annual PHA Plan and Capital Improvements work plan
• Resolution 24-03: Adjustment of the Flat Rent schedule effective January 1, 2025
• Report on Parkcrest Housing vacancies and Tenants Accounts Receivables (TARS)

Plan Commission

The Plan Commission will consider a conditional use permit for a multi-use pickleball facility at 305 N. Chicago Avenue. Commissioners also will discuss Bucyrus storefront and façade grants for a proposed coffee, wine tasting, and interior design business at 1234 Milwaukee Avenue. An update is scheduled on the mixed-use project at 1100 Milwaukee Avenue, and a general discussion of zoning land use and district changes is planned.

• Discussion/possible motion on Conditional Use Permit for multi-use pickleball club at 305 N. Chicago Avenue
• Discussion/possible motion to approve Bucyrus Storefront Activation Grant and Bucyrus Façade Improvement Grant for a proposed business at 1234 Milwaukee Avenue
• Discussion of proposed zoning land use and district changes
• Update on proposed multifamily/mixed-use project at 1100 Milwaukee Avenue

Library Board

The South Milwaukee Library Board will consider the 2025 budget and operating hours, review a shelver wage increase, and discuss a collection development policy update. They will also review the 2023 audit and financial statements for August 2024. Public comment is invited before decisions.

• 2025 Operating Budget discussion and approval
• 2025 Operating Hours proposal
• Shelver Wage Review
• Collection Development Policy update
• Library 2023 Audit review

Celebrations Committee

The committee is meeting to discuss and potentially take action on three upcoming events: Open Doors, Family Halloween, and Christmas at the Commons. The meeting also includes a review of financial reports.

• Open Doors event (9/7)
• Family Halloween event (10/19) at the Senior Center
• Christmas at the Commons event (12/7) including Tree Lighting
• Financials Report

Common Council

The Common Council will consider awarding contracts for the 2025 Water Transmission Main Replacement project ($5,060,505 to Super Excavators Inc.) and the Michigan/Madison Avenue Sewer Replacement project ($989,849 to Willkomm Excavating). They will also discuss the 2023 financial audit, remaining ARPA funds, and the 2024 Lead Service Line replacement project. A temporary beer and wine license for Divine Mercy Parish's Fall Festival is up for approval, and a demonstration of a new AI search tool is scheduled.

• Consent agenda includes $4,741,811.97 in vouchers for August 2024 and supplemental poll worker list for 2024-2025 election cycle
• Consideration of $5,060,505 contract for 2025 Water Transmission Main Replacement to Super Excavators Inc.
• Consideration of $989,849 contract for Michigan/Madison Avenue Sewer Replacement to Willkomm Excavating
• Discussion of the city's remaining American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds
• Temporary Class B Beer and Wine license for Divine Mercy Parish Fall Festival on September 21, 2024

Water & Wastewater Commission

The Water & Wastewater Commission will discuss bids for transmission line and sewer replacement projects. The body will also consider a proposal for a clear well inspection and lead service line replacements.

• Bids for 20” Transmission line, Michigan Ave watermain and lead service line replacement
• Bids for Michigan and Madison between 5th and 7th sanitary sewer replacement
• Dixon engineering proposal for Water Utility clear well inspection not to exceed $8000
• One-time adjustment request from 520 Park Ave
• 2025 lead service line replacements

Board of Health

The South Milwaukee/St. Francis Health Department Board of Health will meet to discuss the proposed 2025 budget. The board will also receive reports from the Medical Advisor and Public Health Administrator.

• Proposed Budget 2025
• Health Program Updates/Quarterly Report
• Approval of May 9, 2024 meeting minutes

The Board of Health approved the proposed 2025 budget, which includes a 5% decrease requested by the city and reduced grant funding. The board also approved the minutes from the May 9, 2024 meeting and rescheduled the November meeting to November 7, 2024. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved 2025 proposed budget with 5% city decrease (all aye)
• Approved minutes from May 9, 2024 meeting (all aye)
• Rescheduled November 14 meeting to November 7, 2024

Common Council

The Common Council will discuss amending the Vacant Building Registration Code to require annual inspections and incremental fee increases. Members will also consider the placement of an outdoor harm reduction vending machine at the City Administration Building.

• Proposed annual fee increases for chronically vacant buildings effective January 1, 2025
• Proposed outdoor harm reduction vending machine at the City Administration Building
• Liquor and tobacco license applications for 309 N. Chicago Avenue
• Development agreement for mixed-use project at 1100 Milwaukee Avenue (Bucyrus Campus)
• Request for Strong Towns - South Milwaukee to use a parking space on September 22, 2024

Plan Commission

The South Milwaukee Plan Commission will hold a public hearing on two conditional use permit applications. The first seeks permits for a new multifamily building and changes to three existing structures to multifamily and mixed-use at 1100 Milwaukee Ave. The second seeks permits for pickleball courts, event spaces, and a restaurant at 305 N. Chicago Avenue. The hearing is on August 27, 2024.

• Conditional use permit for a new multifamily building at 1100 Milwaukee Ave (M-2 Manufacturing zoning)
• Change of uses in three existing structures to multifamily and mixed-use at same address
• Conditional use permit for pickleball courts, event spaces, and restaurant at 305 N. Chicago Avenue (split C-1 Commercial / M-2 Manufacturing zoning)
• Public hearing in Common Council Chambers, 2424 15th Avenue

Plan Commission

This meeting includes public hearings and discussions on conditional use permits for a pickleball facility at 305 N. Chicago Ave and a proposed new multifamily building plus conversion of three existing structures to multifamily and mixed-use at 1100 Milwaukee Ave. The commission will also discuss a rezone of 1100 Milwaukee Ave to Planned Development District, a request for tax incremental financing for Tax Incremental District No. 5, a storefront activation grant of up to $10,000 for a bar lounge at 920 Milwaukee Ave, and a presentation on the Comprehensive Plan update. Decisions on these items are expected.

• Conditional use permit for pickleball courts, event spaces, and restaurant at 305 N. Chicago Avenue
• Conditional use permit for a new multifamily building and change of uses in three existing structures to multifamily and mixed-use at 1100 Milwaukee Avenue
• Discussion/possible motion to rezone 1100 Milwaukee Avenue from M-2 Manufacturing to Planned Development District
• Discussion/possible motion regarding tax incremental financing assistance for Tax Incremental District No. 5 by Scott Crawford LLC
• Discussion/possible motion to approve a Bucyrus Storefront Activation Grant up to $10,000 for a bar lounge at 920 Milwaukee Avenue

Celebrations Committee

The Celebrations Committee will discuss and possibly make motions on several upcoming community events, including follow-ups on Community Night Out and Movie Night, as well as planning for Family Halloween on October 19 and Christmas at the Commons on December 7. Committee members are assigned ownership of events. The meeting will also approve minutes from July 22 and review financial reports.

• Follow-up on Community Night Out Working Event held August 5
• Follow-up on Movie Night held August 17
• Open Doors event on September 7, owner Brooks
• Family Halloween on October 19 with rain location at Senior Center; popcorn from Guardian Credit Union
• Christmas at the Commons on December 7 (3-5 pm, tree lighting at 5 pm); Serrano working on music

Legislation & Permits Committee

The Legislation & Permits Committee will hold a nonrenewal hearing for an Operator (bartending) license application by Aaron J. Gross for the 2024-2025 period. Following the hearing, the committee plans to convene in closed session to deliberate on the case, then reconvene in open session to consider any action.

• Nonrenewal hearing for Operator (bartending) license submitted by Aaron J. Gross for 2024-2025 licensing period
• Discussion and possible motion to convene into closed session to deliberate on the hearing
• Discussion and possible motion to reconvene into open session

Legislation & Permits Committee

The Legislation & Permits Committee will discuss and possibly vote on a bartender license renewal for Lashon Luellen for the 2024-2025 year. They will also consider temporary Class B beer permits: one from South Milwaukee Human Concerns for the Cheaterama Car Show on August 24, 2024, and one from Growing South Milwaukee for the Flip Side Festival of the Arts on September 22, 2024.

• Discussion/possible motion on Lashon Luellen's operator (bartender) license renewal for 2024-2025
• Temporary Class B beer application from South Milwaukee Human Concerns for Cheaterama Car Show on August 24, 2024
• Temporary Class B beer and wine application from Growing South Milwaukee for Flip Side Festival of the Arts on September 22, 2024

Common Council

The Common Council will hold a public hearing on proposed floodplain ordinance zoning revisions to meet FEMA requirements, followed by a possible motion to adopt the ordinance. The consent agenda includes approval of $1.37 million in July 2024 vouchers, appointment to the Water/Wastewater Commission, and acceptance of several resignations. Other items include a conditional use permit for an auto repair business, amendments to vacant building registration fees, and a $90,000 UV light replacement at the wastewater plant.

• Public Hearing and discussion/possible motion on floodplain zoning ordinance update per FEMA requirements.
• Conditional Use Permit for CP Auto, LLC auto repair at 3202 S. Chicago Ave, zoned C-2 Commercial.
• Ordinance to amend Vacant Building Registration Code with annual inspections and incremental fee increases effective Jan 1, 2025.
• Replacement of UV lights at wastewater facility not to exceed $90,000.
• Consent agenda includes $1,365,027.37 in July 2024 voucher approvals.

Common Council

The Common Council will hold a public hearing to solicit comments on proposed floodplain zoning ordinance revisions required by state and federal law. The revisions govern development in mapped floodplain areas and are intended to protect life, health, and property. Activities such as dredging, filling, excavating, and construction may be restricted by flood zone. The proposed ordinance is available for public inspection at the City Clerk's office.

• Public hearing on floodplain ordinance revisions at 7:00 p.m. on August 20, 2024, at City Administration Building
• Proposed regulations govern development in mapped floodplain areas
• Restrictions on dredging, filling, excavating, and construction based on flood zone
• Ordinance on file for public inspection for two weeks prior to hearing
• Written comments may be submitted to City Engineer Genevieve Stollenwerk

Public Works & Public Property Committee

The Public Works & Public Property Committee will meet to discuss updates to floodplain regulations and the sale of city-owned property. The body will also review bids for a sewer project and a weather station installation.

• Ordinance to update floodplain regulations per FEMA requirements
• Sale of city-owned property at 1701 10th Avenue
• Bids for the Hawthorne Avenue sanitary sewer siphon
• Agreement with University of Wisconsin-Madison for a weather station at the Wastewater Treatment Facility
• Road and pedestrian safety signs project with the School District of South Milwaukee funded by the American Rescue Plan Act

Water & Wastewater Commission

The South Milwaukee Water & Wastewater Commission will deliberate on bids for the Hawthorne Ave/Ravine lift station siphon project and consider a motion to replace UV disinfection bulbs at the wastewater facility for up to $90,000. The commission will also discuss lead service line replacements for 2024 and 2025, along with facility and operational updates.

• Discussion/motion on bids received for Hawthorne Ave/Ravine lift station siphon project (bids opened Aug. 1, 2024)
• Motion to replace UV disinfection bulbs at Wastewater Treatment Facility from Trojan, not to exceed $90,000 (Wastewater equipment replacement fund)
• Discussion of 2024 lead service line replacements
• Discussion of 2025 lead service line replacements
• Approval of Water Utility vouchers

Library Board

The Personnel Subcommittee of the South Milwaukee Public Library Board of Trustees will meet to consider a motion to enter closed session under Wisconsin open meetings law to discuss employment, promotion, compensation, or performance evaluation data regarding the Library Director position. The meeting will then reconvene in open session for any necessary action on closed session items.

• Closed session discussion of the South Milwaukee Public Library Director position under Wis. Stats. § 19.85(1)(c)

Plan Commission

The Plan Commission will hold a public hearing on a conditional use permit for an auto repair business at 3202 S. Chicago Ave, followed by a possible vote. They will also hear a presentation on a redevelopment proposal for the former Bucyrus site at 1100 Milwaukee Ave, featuring 177 apartments and 7,730 sq ft of commercial space. Additionally, they will discuss revisions to the city's commercial Vacant Building Registration code.

• Public hearing and possible motion to recommend conditional use permit for CP Auto LLC auto repair at 3202 S. Chicago Ave
• Introduction of Scott Crawford LLC redevelopment at 1100 Milwaukee Ave: 177 apartments, 7,730 sq ft commercial, repurposing three buildings and new construction
• Discussion/possible motion to recommend revisions to commercial Vacant Building Registration code
• Approval of minutes from June 25, 2024 meeting

Plan Commission

The Plan Commission will hold a public hearing on a conditional use permit for a two-bay auto repair business at 3202 S. Chicago Avenue, zoned C-2 Commercial. No other items are on the agenda.

• Conditional use permit for two-bay auto repair business at 3202 S. Chicago Avenue (C-2 Commercial Zone)

Celebrations Committee

The Celebrations Committee will meet to consider upcoming events for the remainder of 2024, including Movie Night, Open Doors, Family Halloween, and Christmas at the Commons. The committee may also discuss the Bucyrus Civic Grant and review financial reports.

• Discussion and possible motion on Movie Night (August 17)
• Discussion and possible motion on Open Doors (September 7)
• Discussion and possible motion on Family Halloween (October 19, rain date October 20)
• Discussion and possible motion on Christmas at the Commons (December 7)
• Consideration of Bucyrus Civic Grant

Library Board

The South Milwaukee Library Board will consider approval of June 2024 financial statements, discuss the interim library director position, and review 2025 budget considerations. A closed session is planned for personnel matters including the interim director position and an unspecified personnel update. The board will also address wages for substitute librarian and temporary reference assistants, a tornado warning procedure, and plans for the 2024 presidential election closure.

• Expenditures from the Operating Budget and Financial Statement for June 2024
• Expenditures from Library Trust/Gift Accounts for June 2024
• Interim Library Director Position Update and personnel matter closed session
• 2025 Budget Considerations
• Wages for Substitute Librarian and Temporary Reference Assistants

Board of Review

The South Milwaukee Board of Review will meet on July 17, 2024, to handle property assessment objections. The agenda consists entirely of statutory procedural requirements for objectors, including notice deadlines, written objection forms, and hearing rules. No specific properties, assessments, or dollar amounts are listed.

Legislation & Permits Committee

The Legislation & Permits Committee will discuss and possibly take action on three operator (bartender) license renewals for the 2024-2025 license year and a temporary extension of premises application for GEJ of South Milwaukee, Inc., doing business as Spirit's, for an event on July 25, 2024. The committee may make motions on these items.

• Operator license renewal for Lashon Luellen for 2024-2025
• Operator license renewal for Kristine Larson for 2024-2025
• Operator license renewal for Aaron Gross for 2024-2025
• Temporary extension of premises for Spirit's (GEJ of South Milwaukee, Inc., Edward Abrams, Agent) for event on 7/25/2024

Common Council

The Common Council will hold a public hearing on a proposal to rezone the Monroe Court subdivision from R-B Residential to Residential Planned Development District. The consent agenda includes approvals of various licenses, resignations of city staff, and appointment to a committee. Committees will discuss a contract for fire department injury prevention services, a CDBG grant for bike repair stations, a sign grant program for downtown, and operator license renewals. The council will also go into closed session to discuss a development agreement for 2318 10th Avenue.

• Public hearing on rezoning Monroe Court subdivision at Monroe Court and 7th Avenue
• Approval of $1,200,543.42 in vouchers for June 2024
• Discussion/possible motion on contract with Ready Rebound for Fire Department injury services
• Discussion/possible motion to adopt Bucyrus Sign Grant Program for Downtown District
• Closed session to discuss development agreement between City and AK Development, LLC for 2318 10th Avenue in TID No. 5

Public Works & Public Property Committee

The Public Works & Public Property Committee will consider authorizing a Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) request that includes funding for four bike repair stations. They will also discuss a resolution granting an underground distribution easement to Wisconsin Electric Power Company at 100 Marshall Avenue. No other substantive items are on the agenda.

• Discussion and possible motion to submit a CDBG request for four bike repair stations
• Discussion and possible motion on a resolution granting an underground distribution easement to Wisconsin Electric Power Company at 100 Marshall Avenue

Common Council

The Common Council will hold a public hearing on July 16, 2024, to consider rezoning the Monroe Court Subdivision at Monroe Court and 7th Avenue from R-B Residential to Residential Planned Development District for eight single-family homes and two outlots. The council will then decide whether to adopt the ordinance changing the zoning code.

• Proposal to rezone Monroe Court Subdivision (formerly 2001 7th Avenue) from R-B Residential to Residential Planned Development District
• Development plan calls for eight single-family homes and two outlots
• Public hearing to be held in Common Council Chambers, 2424 15th Avenue, South Milwaukee
• Written comments may be submitted to Economic Development Manager Ericka Lang

Police & Fire Commission

The Board of Police and Fire Commissioners will meet on July 9, 2024. The agenda includes approving minutes from the May 14 meeting and discussing a potential employment offer for a police officer candidate.

• Approval of May 14, 2024, meeting minutes
• Discussion regarding authorizing the Police Chief to make an employment offer to a candidate

Water & Wastewater Commission

The Commission will discuss current and 2025 lead service line replacement programs. The agenda also includes a motion regarding requests for adjustment from 1308 Columbia Ave. Additionally, the meeting features the introduction of Office Manager Jena Kohlman.

• Discussion regarding lead service line replacements
• Discussion regarding 2025 lead service line replacements
• Requests for adjustment from 1308 Columbia Ave
• Introduction of Office Manager Jena Kohlman
• Approval of Water Utility vouchers

Plan Commission

The Plan Commission will consider a storefront activation grant for Pink Bunny at 1204 Minnesota Ave. The commission will also discuss development timelines and parking conditions for A.K. Development at 2318 10th Ave. Additionally, members may vote to revoke the conditional use permit for South Side Indoor Soccer.

• Bucyrus Storefront Activation Grant for Pink Bunny (1204 Minnesota Ave)
• Potential revocation of Conditional Use Permit for South Side Indoor Soccer (305 N. Chicago Ave)
• Development timeline and parking conditions for A.K. Development (2318 10th Ave)
• Special Exception for signage at 1601 N. Chicago for Motorplex
• Bucyrus Sign Grant program for the Downtown District

Celebrations Committee

The committee will discuss plans for several 2024 events, including Movie Night and Christmas at the Commons. The agenda also includes a discussion regarding the Bucyrus Civic Grant and a financial report.

• Discussion of 2024 community events
• Review of Earth Day follow-up
• Bucyrus Civic Grant discussion
• Approval of March 25, 2024 minutes
• Financials report

Library Board

The Board will review May 2024 financial statements and discuss 2025 budget considerations. The agenda also includes a closed session regarding the Library Director position and succession planning after June 29, 2024.

• Closed session regarding the Library Director position
• 2025 Budget Considerations
• Capital project for HVAC actuator repairs
• Elevator improvement
• Employee car insurance deductible reimbursement

Legislation & Permits Committee

The Legislation & Permits Committee is reviewing several beer and alcohol license applications for the 2024-2025 year. The committee will also discuss a proposed ordinance to protect election officials from attacks.

• Alcohol license renewal: Southside Indoor Soccer, LLC (305 N. Chicago Avenue)
• Alcohol license renewal: Slick Willie’s Bar and Grill, LLC (2301 12th Avenue)
• Bartender license application: Lashon Luellen
• Bartender license renewal: Aaron Gross
• Ordinance to protect election officials from attacks

Claims Committee

The South Milwaukee Claims Committee will meet to review minutes from the May 7, 2024 meeting. The committee also proposes entering a closed session to discuss negotiating settlements or denials for claims involving Daniel Chao, Zachary Kinzer, and Edward J Muzia Sr.

• Review of May 7, 2024 meeting minutes
• Closed session discussion regarding claims from Daniel Chao, Zachary Kinzer, and Edward J Muzia Sr
• Discussion of outstanding open claims and the claims status report

Joint Review Board

The Joint Review Board will review the annual reports for TID No. 1, 2, 3, and 5. The board will also discuss preliminary plans for the creation of TID No. 6. Additionally, the board will elect a Chairperson.

• Review of Annual Reports for TID No. 1, TID No. 2, TID No. 3 and TID No. 5
• Discussion of preliminary plans for the creation of TID No. 6
• Election of Chairperson

Common Council

The Common Council will discuss several contracts for city services, including new garbage trucks and police locker room renovations. The agenda also includes updates on ARPA funds and potential changes to purchasing policies. Additionally, the council will consider various alcohol license applications.

• $1,095,021.00 contract with R.N.O.W., Inc. for three automated side load garbage trucks
• $295,573.00 contract with William Sackerson Construction Co., Inc. for police locker room/restroom remodel
• Alcohol license applications for Southside Indoor Soccer, LLC and Slick Willie’s Bar and Grill, LLC
• Salary ordinance amendment for Substitute Librarian and Temporary Reference Assistant positions
• Resolution regarding reimbursement for the 20-inch transmission line project

Public Works & Public Property Committee

The Public Works & Public Property Committee will consider contracts for new garbage trucks and a police department restroom renovation. The agenda also includes discussions regarding utility project reimbursements and traffic accidents on Milwaukee Avenue.

• Contract with R.N.O.W., Inc. for three automated side load garbage trucks for $1,095,021.00
• Contract with William Sackerson Construction Co., Inc. for $295,573.00 to remodel police department locker rooms and restrooms
• Resolution regarding reimbursement of expenditures for the 20-inch transmission line project
• Resolution regarding reimbursement of expenditures for the lead service line replacement project
• Discussion regarding traffic and accidents on Milwaukee Avenue

Library Board

The South Milwaukee Public Library Board of Trustees will meet on June 12, 2024. The agenda includes a possible motion to enter a closed session to conduct interviews for the position of Library Director.

• Closed session discussion regarding interviews for the South Milwaukee Public Library Director

Water & Wastewater Commission

The South Milwaukee Water & Wastewater Commission will meet to discuss lead service line replacements. The agenda also includes facility, personnel, and operational updates, as well as the approval of water utility vouchers.

• Discussion regarding lead service line replacements
• Approval of Water Utility vouchers
• Facility, personnel, and operational updates

Plan Commission

The Plan Commission will introduce plans for a mixed-use development at 1100 Milwaukee Avenue. The proposal includes 177 residential apartments and over 17,000 square feet of commercial space. The commission will also discuss a preliminary consideration and approval schedule for the project.

• Proposed mixed-use development at 1100 Milwaukee Avenue
• Plan for 177 residential apartments and over 17,000 square feet of commercial space
• Potential $7 million Tax Increment Financing (TIF) request for the Bucyrus redevelopment

Public Works & Public Property Committee

The committee will discuss authorizing paving contracts with Wolf Paving Company and Stark Pavement Corporation using capital project funds. The agenda also includes discussion regarding interior and exterior painting for the city-owned property at 1919 12th Avenue.

• Contract authorization for Wolf Paving Company ($1,187,164.50)
• Contract authorization for Stark Pavement Corporation ($111,967.00)
• Interior and exterior painting for 1919 12th Avenue

Legislation & Permits Committee

The South Milwaukee Legislation & Permits Committee meeting scheduled for June 4, 2024, was cancelled. The posted agenda included a discussion regarding a Class B Beer and Alcohol license renewal for Southside Indoor Soccer, LLC at 305 N. Chicago Avenue.

• Class B Beer and Alcohol license renewal for Southside Indoor Soccer, LLC

Common Council

The Common Council will discuss the potential permanent closure of the Chester W. Grosbschmidt Senior Center to reallocate funds for emergency dispatch expenses. The agenda also includes library service studies and several infrastructure contracts.

• Possible permanent closure of the Chester W. Grosbschmidt Senior Center
• $1,187,164.50 contract with Wolf Paving Company
• $111,967.00 contract with Stark Pavement Corporation
• $14,500 study for library service options
• Alcohol license application for Southside Indoor Soccer, LLC at 305 N. Chicago Avenue

Library Board

The Personnel Subcommittee of the South Milwaukee Public Library Board will meet on June 4, 2024, at 4:00 p.m. at the City Municipal Building to review employment and performance evaluation data for the library director position in closed session under Wisconsin law. The library director oversees daily operations and public programming, which directly affect community access to library resources. No other public business or policy votes are scheduled for this meeting.

• Closed session review of South Milwaukee Public Library Director employment and performance data

Plan Commission

The Plan Commission will discuss revoking a Conditional Use Permit for South Side Indoor Soccer at 305 N. Chicago Ave due to ongoing noise and nuisance complaints, and will also consider revoking the permit for Speedway gas station and car wash at an unspecified address. The commission will vote on a $15,000 Bucyrus Façade Improvement Grant for 914 Milwaukee Avenue and a Storefront Activation Grant for 1229 Milwaukee Ave. A closed session is scheduled to discuss a development agreement for a mixed-use project at 1100 Milwaukee Avenue.

• Revocation of Conditional Use Permit for South Side Indoor Soccer at 305 N. Chicago Ave
• Revocation of Conditional Use Permit for Speedway gas station and car wash (meeting 2)
• Bucyrus Façade Improvement Grant up to $15,000 for 914 Milwaukee Avenue
• Bucyrus Storefront Activation Grant for interior improvements at 1229 Milwaukee Ave for a proposed bar lounge
• Closed session to discuss development agreement for mixed-use project at 1100 Milwaukee Avenue in TID No. 5

Library Board

The South Milwaukee Public Library Board of Trustees will review financial statements and discuss the 2025 budget. The board is considering changes to the meeting schedule and whether to waive the residency requirement for the Library Director. A closed session is scheduled to discuss the Library Director position.

• 2025 Budget Considerations
• Patron Privacy Policy for approval
• Discussion on waiving the resident requirement for Library Director
• Review of March and April 2024 Operating Budget and Trust/Gift Account statements
• Closed session regarding the South Milwaukee Public Library Director position

Public Works & Public Property Committee

The Public Works & Public Property Committee will discuss and possibly vote on creating a Downtown Commemorative Bench Donation Program and awarding a contract for pavement rehabilitation and sewer work on Park Avenue from N. Chicago Avenue to Lake Avenue.

• Creation of a Downtown Commemorative Bench Donation Program
• Contract award for Park Avenue (N. Chicago Avenue to Lake Avenue) pavement rehabilitation and sewer work

Common Council

The South Milwaukee Common Council will vote on several items, including awarding a contract for Park Avenue pavement rehabilitation and sewer work, disbursing $50,000 in Bucyrus Civic Grant funds, and creating a downtown commemorative bench donation program. They will also discuss an absentee ballot grant request, salary adjustments for substitute dispatchers and a water/wastewater office manager, and a partial mortgage release for a development at 2001 7th Avenue.

• Award contract for Park Avenue (N. Chicago Avenue to Lake Avenue) pavement and sewer work
• Disburse $50,000 in Bucyrus Civic Grant funds
• Create Downtown Commemorative Bench Donation Program
• Amend salary ordinance for substitute Public Safety Dispatchers
• Authorize partial mortgage release for Monroe Court development at 2001 7th Avenue

Celebrations Committee

The Celebrations Committee meeting scheduled for May 20, 2024, is cancelled. The agenda would have covered 2024 event planning, a Bucyrus Civic Grant, and a financial report, but no meeting will occur.

• Meeting cancelled
• 2024 event discussion planned (Earth Day, Movie Night, Open Doors, Family Halloween, Christmas at the Commons)
• Bucyrus Civic Grant discussion
• Financials report

Board of Review

The South Milwaukee Board of Review is meeting to handle administrative organization. The City Clerk will administer oaths to the Board and City Assessor, the board will confirm training requirements are met, and members will elect a Chairman and Vice Chairman. The next meeting is tentatively scheduled for July 17, 2024, at 1:00 P.M. This agenda is procedural only, with no property assessment appeals or other substantive items listed.

• Oath of office for Board of Review and City Assessor
• Confirmation of mandatory training per Wis. Stats. § 70.46(4)
• Election of Chairman and Vice Chairman
• Next meeting tentatively set for July 17, 2024, at 1:00 P.M.

Board of Review

The South Milwaukee Board of Review is meeting for a training session on May 15, 2024, at 1:30 p.m. at City Hall. No formal action will be taken; the notice is provided to comply with Wisconsin's Open Meetings Law due to a possible quorum.

• Training session for the Board of Review
• No formal action scheduled
• Meeting at South Milwaukee City Hall, 2424 15th Avenue

Civic Grants Commission

The Civic Grants Commission will hear presentations from five nonprofit applicants for 2024 Bucyrus Civic Grant funds, then discuss and possibly recommend approval of applications. The commission will also receive an update on 2023 grant recipient projects. The available 2024 grant fund is $50,000, with total requests exceeding $84,000.

• Art Works requests $20,000 for a new mural at 907 Milwaukee Avenue
• Warm Up Winter requests $10,000 for AEDs and a winter coat program
• Friends of the Library requests $13,600 for children's furniture and tablets
• Friends of Mill Pond requests $2,000-$5,000 for an educational kiosk
• Historical Society requests $3,350 for laptop, printer, scanner, and Ancestry subscription

Police & Fire Commission

The South Milwaukee Board of Police and Fire Commissioners is holding a regular meeting to approve prior minutes, discuss and possibly vote on certifying the eligibility list for police officers, and receive an update from Fire Chief Litchford on the promotion of Nathan Fager to Captain. The meeting is largely procedural, with the main substantive item being the police officer eligibility list certification.

• Discussion/possible motion certifying the eligibility list for police officers
• Update from Fire Chief Litchford on promotion of Nathan Fager to Captain
• Approval of minutes from March 12, 2024 Regular Meeting

Water & Wastewater Commission

The South Milwaukee Water & Wastewater Commission will consider two major purchases: a $275,000 membrane filter replacement and an $18,000 meter reading software upgrade. They will also discuss a billing adjustment request from 1305 Manitowoc Ave, approve a DNR compliance report, and review lead service line replacements.

• Purchase of 214 DuPont Memcor membrane filter replacement up to $275,000
• Purchase of Beacon meter reading software from Midwest Meter up to $18,000
• Discussion/motion on billing adjustment request from 1305 Manitowoc Ave
• Approval of Wastewater 2023 DNR CMAR (Compliance Maintenance Annual Report)
• Discussion on lead service line replacements

Board of Health

The South Milwaukee/St. Francis Board of Health will meet to approve minutes from February 8, 2024, and receive reports from the Medical Advisor and Public Health Administrator. The Administrator's report includes health program updates, a quarterly report, the 2023 Annual Report, and a Community Health Assessment focus group. The board will also hold elections for board officers.

• Health Program Updates / Quarterly Report
• CHIP Priorities: Mental Health and Substance Misuse — AODA Resource Fair at St. Francis High School (March 20, 2024)
• Annual Report 2023
• Community Health Assessment Board of Health Focus Group
• Board of Health elections

Public Works & Public Property Committee

The Public Works & Public Property Committee is meeting to discuss three items: signage and paint for the southbound lane of Lake Drive entering South Milwaukee into Cudahy, repetitive accident locations in the city, and the new LED streetlight changeover. These are discussion items only, with no formal votes or decisions listed on the agenda.

• Discussion on signage and paint for southbound Lake Drive into Cudahy
• Discussion on repetitive accident locations in the city
• Discussion on new LED streetlight changeover

Claims Committee

The Claims Committee will meet to consider minutes from prior meetings and then move into closed session to discuss negotiations on a claim by Jeffrey Jorgensen and other outstanding claims. The closed session is authorized under Wisconsin law for settlement discussions and legal strategy. The committee may take action on these items after returning to open session.

• Approval of minutes from September 5, 2023 and March 14, 2024 meetings
• Motion to enter closed session under Wisconsin Statute 19.85(1)(e) & (g)
• Discussion of claim by Jeffrey Jorgensen
• Review of any other claims received since last meeting
• Discussion of open claims status report

Common Council

The South Milwaukee Common Council will meet to consider a consent agenda, committee reports, and several resolutions. Key items include a closed session to discuss a development agreement with AK Development for 2318 10th Avenue, a resolution to add street obstruction permit fees, and agreements with Milwaukee police and fire departments for the 2024 Republican National Convention.

• Closed session to discuss development agreement with AK Development, LLC for 2318 10th Avenue in TID No. 5
• Resolution to amend administrative fee schedule to add street obstruction permits
• Intergovernmental agreements with Milwaukee Police and Fire Departments for 2024 RNC services
• Approval of April 2024 vouchers totaling $2,401,689.17
• Resignations and retirements accepted: Dispatcher Slapczynski, Technician Skowronski, Senior Center Director Quinlan

Celebrations Committee

The Celebrations Committee meeting scheduled for May 6, 2024, has been cancelled. The agenda would have included discussion of 2024 events, a Bucyrus Civic Grant, and financial reports. No decisions will be made at this meeting.

• Meeting cancelled
• 2024 event discussion planned: Earth Day 4/20, Movie Night 8/17, Open Doors 9/7, Family Halloween 10/19, Christmas at the Commons 12/7
• Bucyrus Civic Grant discussion
• Financials report

Library Board

The South Milwaukee Public Library Board of Trustees will meet to conduct interviews for the Library Director position. This portion of the meeting is scheduled to take place in a closed session.

• Interviews for the South Milwaukee Public Library Director

Library Board

The Board of Trustees will meet to discuss a potential closed session. This session is intended for conducting interviews for the position of South Milwaukee Public Library Director.

• Closed session discussion regarding employment and interviews for the Library Director

Plan Commission

The Plan Commission will hold a public hearing on two conditional use permits: one for a new auto restoration business at 1216 Missouri Avenue in the M-1 Manufacturing district, and one to review an existing permit for a gas station and car wash at 3102 S. Chicago Avenue in the C-2 Commercial district. The hearing is scheduled for April 23, 2024 at 6:30 p.m. in the Common Council Chambers.

• Conditional use permit for auto restoration business at 1216 Missouri Avenue (M-1 Manufacturing zone)
• Review of existing conditional use permit for gas station and car wash at 3102 S. Chicago Avenue (C-2 Commercial zone)

Plan Commission

The Plan Commission will hold a public hearing and discuss revoking an existing Conditional Use Permit for the Speedway gasoline station and car wash at 3102 S. Chicago Avenue. They will also consider an exception to grant location requirements for Pink Bunny game store at 1204 Minnesota Ave. A closed session is scheduled to discuss development agreements for 1100 Milwaukee Avenue and 2318 10th Avenue.

• Public hearing and possible revocation of Conditional Use Permit for Speedway gas station and car wash at 3102 S. Chicago Avenue
• Exception to location eligibility for a façade and interior grant for Pink Bunny business at 1204 Minnesota Ave
• Closed session to discuss development agreement with The Littlestone Company for mixed-use development at 1100 Milwaukee Avenue in TID No. 5
• Closed session to discuss development agreement with AK Development for redevelopment and sale of 2318 10th Avenue in TID No. 5
• Economic development staff report on grants, businesses, and commercial vacancies

Library Board

The Board of Trustees will review March 2024 financial statements and expenditures. Discussion topics include elevator improvements, marketing, and the 2025 budget. The board is also scheduled to consider a Patron Privacy Policy for approval.

• Review of March 2024 Operating Budget and Financial Statement
• Review of March 2024 Library Trust/Gift Accounts Financial Statement
• Patron Privacy Policy (for approval)
• Elevator Improvement discussion
• 2025 Budget Considerations

Common Council

The Common Council will swear in new alderpersons and elect a council president. The agenda includes discussions on issuing $9,750,000 in promissory notes and awarding a contract for the Lead Service Line Replacement Project.

• Issuance of $9,750,000.00 General Obligation Promissory Notes, Series 2024A
• Purchase of 400 recycling carts from Rehrig Pacific Company
• Contract award for the Lead Service Line Replacement Project
• Approval of March 2024 vouchers totaling $3,729,563.08
• Temporary extension for Moran’s Pub II, LLC at 912 Milwaukee Avenue

Water & Wastewater Commission

The South Milwaukee Water & Wastewater Commission will discuss and vote on several items, including requests for water bill adjustments, awarding a contract for the 2024 lead service line replacement project, and public posting of the lead service line inventory. They will also consider purchasing pneumatic actuators for up to $30,000 and discuss contracting billing services with Oak Creek Water Utility.

• Discussion/motion to award 2024 lead service line replacement project
• Discussion/motion regarding public posting of lead service line inventory
• Purchase of Kinetrol Pneumatic Actuators for Dorner, not to exceed $30,000
• Discussion on contracting billing services with Oak Creek Water Utility
• Discussion on EPA final PFAS national primary drinking water regulation

Common Council

The Council will consider transitioning 9-1-1 services to Oak Creek and reviewing zoning amendments for Monroe Court Subdivision. Discussions also include potential permits for a gas station and residential conversion, as well as water/wastewater staff positions.

• Public hearing on Monroe Court Subdivision map amendment and road extension
• Conditional use permit for a gas station at 1715 10th Avenue
• Permit to convert 912 Monroe Avenue to a three-family dwelling
• Resolution regarding transition to Oak Creek for 9-1-1 services
• Approval of financial reports ending January 31, 2024

Common Council

The Common Council will hold a public hearing regarding an amendment to the Official Map. The proposal involves subdividing one lot into eight residential lots and two outlots. It also includes extending a public road and cul-de-sac by 176 feet from the intersection of Monroe Avenue and 7th Avenue.

• Proposed Monroe Court Subdivision at 2001 7th Avenue
• Subdivision of one lot into eight residential lots and two outlots
• Extension of a public road and cul-de-sac by 176 feet

Plan Commission

The Plan Commission will hold a workshop to discuss updates to the City's Comprehensive Plan. Commissioners will answer roundtable questions about desired improvements, future concerns, short- and long-term priorities, past implementation successes, and major accomplishments. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the meeting is a discussion-only work session.

• Workshop on Comprehensive Plan Update with roundtable discussion questions
• Review of implementation table to assess past successes and areas for improvement
• Discussion of one-year and ten-year priorities for the City
• Identification of opportunity areas for economic development and capital investment

Plan Commission

The Plan Commission will hold public hearings and vote on three Conditional Use Permit applications: converting a duplex to a triplex at 912 Monroe Avenue, a meat packaging wholesale business at 1125 Marquette Avenue Unit B, and reopening a gas station and convenience store at 1715 10th Avenue. Commissioners will also consider a special exception to sign code requirements for the gas station, discuss a proposed retail business at 1234 Milwaukee Avenue, and vote on the Monroe Court Subdivision final plat and official map amendment.

• Public hearing and vote on converting a two-family dwelling to a three-family dwelling at 912 Monroe Avenue
• Public hearing and vote on a meat packaging wholesale business at 1125 Marquette Avenue Unit B
• Public hearing and vote to reopen a gas station and convenience store at 1715 10th Avenue
• Special exception request for gas station sign code requirements at 1715 10th Avenue
• Discussion and possible motion on the Monroe Court Final Subdivision Plat at 2001 7th Avenue

Plan Commission

The Plan Commission will hold a public hearing on March 26, 2024, to consider three Conditional Use Permit applications. The items include converting a two-family dwelling to a three-family dwelling at 912 Monroe Avenue, operating a meat packaging wholesale business at 1125 Marquette Avenue Unit B, and operating a gasoline service station and convenience store at 1715 10th Avenue. The hearing will take place at 6:30 p.m. in the Common Council Chambers.

• Conditional Use Permit to convert a two-family dwelling to a three-family dwelling at 912 Monroe Avenue (R-B Residential zone)
• Conditional Use Permit to operate a meat packaging wholesale business at 1125 Marquette Avenue Unit B (C-2 Commercial zone)
• Conditional Use Permit to operate a gasoline service station and convenience store at 1715 10th Avenue (C-3 Central Business zone)

Celebrations Committee

The South Milwaukee Celebrations Committee will meet to approve prior minutes, discuss and possibly vote on the 2024 event schedule including Earth Day, Movie Night, Open Doors, Family Halloween, and Christmas at the Commons. The committee will also discuss a Bucyrus Civic Grant Fund letter and review financial reports. The meeting is open to the public and may include a quorum of the Common Council.

• Earth Day 4/20 city cleanup discussion with guest organizer
• 2024 events: Movie Night 8/17, Open Doors 9/7, Family Halloween 10/19 (rain 10/20), Christmas at the Commons 12/7
• Bucyrus Civic Grant Fund letter discussion
• Financials report review
• Meeting at 2424 15th Avenue, South Milwaukee, 6:00 p.m.

Common Council

The Common Council will consider potential ordinance amendments regarding aldermanic elections and curb lawn plantings. The meeting also includes updates on the Lead Service Line replacement project and financial assistance for lead line replacements.

• Discussion of charter ordinance to amend § 2.00 regarding aldermanic elections
• Proposed ordinance to permit certain plantings within the curb lawn
• Update on South Milwaukee Lead Service Line replacement project
• Discussion of ordinance regarding financial assistance for lead service line replacement
• Approval of supplemental poll worker list for 2024-2025 Election cycle

Claims Committee

The Claims Committee will meet to discuss a claim filed by Scott A Schoenike. The committee will go into closed session to negotiate settlement or denial of the claim and confer with legal counsel. After closed session, the committee will return to open session to take any necessary action.

• Closed session to discuss settlement or denial of claim by Scott A Schoenike
• Potential quorum of Common Council may be present

Civic Grants Commission

The Civic Grants Commission will review 2023 grant recipient financial reports and discuss eligibility requirements before recommending which nonprofit organizations should be invited to apply for the 2024 Bucyrus Civic Grant cycle. The meeting includes discussion of grant recipient reports and a motion to recommend eligible nonprofits.

• Review of 2023 grant recipient financial reports and reporting requirements
• Discussion and motion to recommend eligible nonprofits for 2024 Bucyrus Civic Grants
• 2023 grant recipients include Friends of the South Milwaukee Public Library ($16,300 award), Friends of Grant Park ($1,650), SM Fire Dept ($14,775), SM Historical Society ($1,500), SM Lions ($6,000), and SM Police ($5,000)
• 2023 unspent balances: Friends of Grant Park $671.62, SM Historical Society $1,500, SM Lions $980, SM Police $2,600
• 2024 LOI requests total $84,250 from 9 organizations, including $25,000 from SM Fire Dept and $13,600 from Friends of the Library

Police & Fire Commission

The South Milwaukee Board of Police and Fire Commissioners is meeting to approve prior meeting minutes, receive notification of conditional job offers to three new firefighters, and get updates on the promotional processes for Captain and Lieutenant. The board will also elect its officers for the coming term. This is a routine administrative meeting focused on personnel matters.

• Notification of signed conditional offers to hire Gabriel Alyousef, Ryan Nelson and Carter Zawacki
• Update on promotional process for Captain
• Update on promotional process for Lieutenant
• Election of board officers
• Approval of minutes from Dec. 12, 2023 and Jan. 16, 2024 meetings

Public Works & Public Property Committee

The Public Works & Public Property Committee is meeting to discuss and possibly take action on the 2024 Adopt-A-Tree Program, and to discuss an Urban Forestry Management Plan. No other substantive items are on the agenda.

• Discussion/possible motion on 2024 Adopt-A-Tree Program
• Discussion on Urban Forestry Management Plan

Common Council

The Common Council will discuss a conditional use permit for a daycare at 2414 10th Avenue. The meeting includes an update on the School District's $2 million annual revenue limit referendum. The council will also consider February vouchers totaling $5,307,092.49.

• Conditional Use Permit for a daycare at 2414 10th Avenue
• Approval of February 2024 vouchers in the amount of $5,307,092.49
• Update on the School District's $2 million annual revenue limit referendum
• Discussion regarding an ordinance for plantings in the “curb lawn” right of way
• Reconsideration of Charter Ordinance No. 2257 regarding Aldermanic Elections

Plan Commission

The South Milwaukee Plan Commission will consider a development agreement and site plan for the Canal Transit Housing project, a 63-unit mixed-use building at 2318 10th Avenue, and hold public hearings on conditional use permits for a three-family conversion at 912 Monroe Avenue and a daycare at 2414 10th Avenue. The commission will also review new single-family home designs at 2001 7th Avenue. The agenda includes a closed session to discuss the development agreement with AK Development, LLC.

• Canal Transit Housing: 63-unit mixed-use building with 5,000 sq ft commercial space at 2318 10th Avenue
• Tax Increment Financing application and development agreement for Canal Transit project
• Conditional Use Permit for converting two-family to three-family dwelling at 912 Monroe Avenue
• Conditional Use Permit for daycare and outdoor play area at 2414 10th Avenue
• New single-family home designs at 2001 7th Avenue by Janssen-Bruckner, LLC

Library Board

The South Milwaukee Public Library Board of Trustees will review financial statements and discuss 2025 budget considerations. The board is also reviewing the Purchasing Policy, Responsibility of Board, and Patron Privacy Policy.

• Review for approval of Purchasing Policy
• First reading of Patron Privacy Policy
• First reading of Responsibility of Board
• Discussion of 2025 Budget Considerations
• Reports on elevator improvement and fire drop door repair

Public Works & Public Property Committee

The Public Works & Public Property Committee is meeting to discuss and possibly vote on two items: creating a loading zone on Michigan Avenue for a business, and authorizing an emergency replacement of the boiler at the Street Department Municipal Building. Both are discussion/possible motion items, meaning no final decision is guaranteed.

• Ordinance to create a loading zone on the south side of Michigan Avenue at 1015 Michigan Avenue for business supply loading/unloading
• Authorization for emergency replacement of the boiler unit at the Street Department Municipal Building

Common Council

The Common Council will discuss repealing certain rooming house regulations and updating Street Department position descriptions and salaries. The agenda also includes proposals for an emergency boiler replacement and a new loading zone on Michigan Avenue.

• Repeal of § 8.10(Z) regarding rooming house regulations
• Emergency boiler replacement at the Street Department Municipal Building
• New loading zone at 1015 Michigan Avenue
• Updates to Street Department Lead position descriptions and salaries
• Implementation of a US Bank purchasing card program

Celebrations Committee

The Celebrations Committee will meet to approve minutes, discuss and possibly vote on the 2024 event schedule, and request funding from the city's Bucyrus grant funds for new activities. The agenda includes a financial report and setting the next meeting date.

• 2024 event discussion: Earth Day 4/20, Evening at the Commons 7/25, Movie Night 8/17, Open Doors 9/7, Family Halloween 10/19 (rain date 10/20), Christmas at the Commons 12/7
• Request funding from city's Bucyrus grant funds for new activities
• Approval of minutes from January 22, 2024 meeting
• Financials report

Water & Wastewater Commission

The Water & Wastewater Commission will consider an engineering services agreement with Donohue for 2024 lead service line replacements, not to exceed $25,000, and discuss progress on replacements. They will also vote on a repair to stainless-steel piping at the Water Utility, up to $11,927.17, and consider adjustment requests from five addresses. The meeting includes approval of previous minutes and utility vouchers.

• Engineering services agreement with Donohue for 2024 lead service line replacements, not to exceed $25,000
• Repairs to stainless-steel piping at the Water Utility, amount not to exceed $11,927.17
• Adjustment requests from 416 N. Chicago Ave., 507 College Ave., 1401 Nicholson Ave., 517 Linden Cir., 2415 Nicholson Ave.
• Discussion on progress of lead service line replacements
• Approval of Water Utility vouchers

Board of Appeals

The South Milwaukee Board of Appeals will consider an appeal by Fred and Andrea Schneider of 1375 James Circle against a building inspector's notice to remove basketball hoops from the city right-of-way. The board will also approve minutes from the October 12, 2023 meeting. This is a quasi-judicial hearing on a specific enforcement action.

• Appeal by Fred and Andrea Schneider (1375 James Circle) regarding basketball hoops in city right-of-way
• Approval of October 12, 2023 meeting minutes

Board of Health

The Board of Health will hear reports from the Medical Advisor and Public Health Administrator, including updates on respiratory illness, health programs, and CHIP priorities. They will also discuss a Medical Advisor Agreement with Dr. Scalzitti and the Quartz Park Fitness Court. The meeting includes approval of minutes from November 9, 2023 and December 7, 2023.

• Medical Advisor Agreement with Dr. Scalzitti
• AODA Resource Fair on March 20, 2024 at St. Francis High School
• Quartz Fitness Court discussion
• CHIP Priorities: Mental Health and Substance Misuse
• Respiratory illness and communicable disease reporting

Board of Appeals

The Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing regarding an appeal filed by property owners Fred and Andrea Schneider. The appeal concerns a violation of municipal code 12.01 regarding basketball hoops installed in the City Right of Way.

• Public hearing for 1375 James Circle regarding municipal code 12.01 violation

Common Council

The Common Council will discuss several city matters including the 2024/2025 Capital Improvements Program and potential changes to the zoning code. The meeting also includes discussions on street department leadership, term limits for officials, and the use of ARPA funds.

• Approval of January 2024 vouchers totaling $14,393,457.99
• Temporary extension of premise application for Moran’s Pub II, LLC at 912 Milwaukee Avenue
• Agreement with Von Briesen & Roper to rewrite zoning code Chapter 15
• Nuisance assessment against 1013 Milwaukee Avenue, #4
• Discussion regarding the 2024/2025 Capital Improvements Program

Joint Finance and Public Works & Public Property Meeting

The South Milwaukee Finance and Public Works & Public Property Committees are meeting jointly to discuss and possibly vote on the 2024/2025 Capital Improvements Program, a resolution to close out various projects and reprogram capital improvement funds, and the city's remaining American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds. All items are listed as discussion/possible motion, meaning no final decisions are guaranteed.

• Discussion/possible motion on 2024/2025 Capital Improvements Program
• Resolution to authorize close out of various projects and reprogramming of capital improvement funds
• Discussion/possible motion on remaining American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds

Library Board

The South Milwaukee Public Library Board of Trustees will review financial statements from late 2023 and January 2024. The board is considering updates to the purchasing policy and conducting first readings of the Responsibility of Board and Patron Privacy policies.

• Review for approval of Purchasing Policy
• First reading of Patron Privacy Policy
• First reading of Responsibility of Board
• Discussion of 2025 Budget Considerations
• Reports on elevator improvement and fire drop door repair

Plan Commission

The South Milwaukee Plan Commission is meeting to discuss several items, including hiring a firm to rewrite the zoning code, adopting a public participation plan for amending the Comprehensive and Downtown Plan, and a conditional use permit for a proposed daycare. They will also consider revisions to the Bucyrus New Business Grant program and receive updates on a city-owned parcel and economic development.

• Introduction of Von Briesen & Roper scope of services to rewrite zoning code chapter 15
• Discussion of Conditional Use Permit for proposed daycare at 2414 10th Avenue
• Possible motion on revisions to Bucyrus New Business Grant program
• Update on city-owned commercial parcel 2318 10th Avenue redevelopment
• Economic Development Staff Annual Report on grants, businesses, vacancies

Plan Commission

The Plan Commission will discuss a conditional use permit for a daycare at 2414 10th Avenue that would use part of the parking lot for an outdoor play area, removing 10 parking spaces. The commission will also consider hiring Von Briesen & Roper for $30,000 to rewrite the zoning code, and discuss adopting a public participation plan for the comprehensive plan update.

• Conditional use permit for daycare with 1,458 sq ft outdoor play area at 2414 10th Avenue, removing 10 parking spaces
• Discussion of $30,000 contract with Von Briesen & Roper to rewrite Chapter 15 zoning code
• Resolution to adopt Public Participation Plan for Comprehensive Plan 2035 update
• Discussion of revisions to Bucyrus New Business Grant program
• Update on redevelopment of city-owned parcel at 2318 10th Avenue

Celebrations Committee

The South Milwaukee Celebrations Committee is meeting to discuss and possibly vote on 2024 events, follow up on the December 2 Christmas at The Commons, and hear a guest's Facebook business ideas for upcoming events. They will also approve minutes from the November 27, 2023 meeting and review financials.

• Discussion of Jeff Shaffer's SM Town Hall Facebook business ideas for upcoming events
• Follow-up on Christmas at The Commons held 12/2
• Discussion and possible motion on 2024 events
• Approval of minutes from November 27, 2023 meeting
• Financial report review

Common Council

The Common Council will consider a proposed contract with Savage Solutions for a city branding campaign and discuss contractual disputes regarding an HVAC system at 1919 12th Avenue. The meeting also includes the swearing-in of City Clerk Sandra L. Wesolowski.

• Swearing-in ceremony for City Clerk Sandra L. Wesolowski
• Approval of December 2023 vouchers totaling $2,129,098.13
• Proposed contract with Savage Solutions for a city branding campaign
• Discussion of HVAC system contractual disputes at 1919 12th Avenue
• Possible cancellation of the April 2, 2024 meeting due to Spring election

Police & Fire Commission

The South Milwaukee Board of Police and Fire Commissioners is holding a special meeting to discuss and possibly approve a modification to the standard hiring process for the current firefighter hiring cycle. The agenda includes only this discussion item, a roll call, and adjournment.

• Discussion/possible motion to modify standard hiring process for current firefighter hiring cycle
• Special meeting at 6:30 p.m. in Committee Room, City Administration Building, 2424 15th Avenue

Water & Wastewater Commission

The South Milwaukee Water & Wastewater Commission will discuss and vote on purchasing a utility pickup truck with a service box and a Hach chlorine analyzer for up to $8,748. They will also review progress on lead service line replacements and approve billing adjustments for November and December 2023.

• Discussion/motion to purchase a Water Utility pickup truck with service box
• Discussion/motion to purchase a Hach chlorine analyzer for up to $8,748
• Discussion on progress of lead service line replacements
• Approval of Water Utility billing adjustments for November 2023
• Approval of Water Utility billing adjustments for December 2023