Stevens Point public meetings in 2021

Personnel Committee

The Stevens Point Common Council will consider a mayoral appointment to the Police and Fire Commission. The council will also consider a resolution regarding Spring Primary Elections for Alderperson positions.

• Mayoral appointment to the Police and Fire Commission (unexpired term)
• Resolution directing a Spring Primary Election for Alderperson if three or more candidates qualify in any district

The Stevens Point Common Council approved the appointment of Brandon Taylor to the Police and Fire Commission for an unexpired term ending April 30, 2022. The council also approved a resolution directing a spring primary election for alderperson seats if three or more qualified candidates file in any district. Both motions passed unanimously.

• Approved appointment of Brandon Taylor to Police and Fire Commission unexpired term (9-0)
• Approved resolution for spring primary election if 3+ candidates in any district (9-0)

Police and Fire Commission

The Police and Fire Commission will conduct a roll call and consider the appointment of an interim president. No other substantive business is scheduled for this meeting.

• Appointment of interim president

Common Council

The Common Council denied a resolution to hold a referendum on the Business 51 reconstruction project, with only Ald. Slowinski voting in favor. The council approved the consent agenda, a $3,000 contingency fund allocation for Fire Chief Robert Finn's hotel costs, and several other resolutions including a TAP grant application for the Plover River Crossing Trail Project.

• Denied Business 51 Reconstruction Referendum (1-10)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes, reports, and appointments (11-0)
• Approved $3,000 budget allocation for Fire Chief hotel costs (11-0)
• Approved modification of conceptual plan for Division Street North development (11-0)
• Approved Certified Survey Map for Union Street extension (11-0)
• Approved First Amendment of Development Agreement with GenCap Danna Stevens Point 102, LLC (11-0)
• Approved TAP Grant application for Plover River Crossing Trail Project (11-0)
• Approved 2020 Housing Affordability Report (11-0)

Tourism Commission

The Tourism Commission will review several grant applications for local projects and events. These items include requests for park improvements, website redesigns, and community arts programs.

• Bukolt Park Improvement Project application requesting $100,000
• StevensPointArea.com Website Redesign application requesting $36,675
• ArtVenture - pilot application requesting $10,000
• Emerson Park Revitalization Project application requesting $10,000
• American Suzuki Institute Guest Artist Concerts application requesting up to $5,000

The Stevens Point Tourism Commission approved four grants, denied four applications, and tabled one request. Approved grants include $2,500 for American Suzuki Institute, $5,000 for Discover Downtown Stevens Point, $1,350 for Dozynki Downtown, and $1,000 for Stevens Point Softball Association. Denied were ArtVenture, Emerson Park Revitalization, Landscape ARTichitetural, and StevensPointArea.com Website Redesign. The Bukolt Park Improvement Project was tabled for more information.

• Approved $2,500 grant for American Suzuki Institute Guest Artist Concerts (4-0)
• Denied ArtVenture pilot program grant (4-0)
• Tabled Bukolt Park Improvement Project request for additional information
• Approved $5,000 grant for Discover Downtown Stevens Point Friday expansion (4-0)
• Approved $1,350 grant for Dozynki Downtown (4-0)
• Denied Emerson Park Revitalization Project grant (3-0, Okonek abstained)
• Denied Landscape ARTichitetural grant (3-0, Schrader abstained)
• Denied StevensPointArea.com Website Redesign grant (4-0)

Housing Taskforce

The Housing Taskforce meeting scheduled for December 15, 2021, was cancelled. The original agenda included a presentation on the Portage County ALICE Report and staff updates regarding preliminary goals.

• Meeting cancelled

Board of Water and Sewerage Commissioners

The Board will review reports on water supply, sewage treatment, and construction maintenance. The agenda also includes discussion regarding a Wellhead Protection Ordinance Amendment.

• Wellhead Protection Ordinance Amendment
• Water Supply and Distribution Reports
• Sewage Treatment Operations Report
• Construction and Maintenance Report
• Community Area Network Report

The Board approved the Wellhead Protection Ordinance Amendment, which updates zone language to match county format and moves animal confinement from special exception to prohibited in Zone B. The amendment will go to the Plan Commission next month. Other approvals included the November meeting minutes and department claims. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved Wellhead Protection Ordinance Amendment (unanimous)
• Approved November 8, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved department claims for November 2021 (unanimous)

Airport Commission

The Stevens Point Airport Commission will discuss progress regarding the airport fence project. The meeting also includes approval of minutes and department claims, as well as a report from Jason Draheim.

• Progress at Airport Fence Project
• Approval of Department Claims
• Report from Jason Draheim

The Airport Commission discussed a resident request to move the airport fence an additional 15 feet back from the property line (from 45 to 60 feet) to preserve more trees. The commission did not approve the request, with staff and members citing the existing 45-foot setback as adequate and noting the project is already underway. Instead, staff agreed to mark additional trees outside the clearing limits to preserve them where possible.

• Approved November 8, 2021 meeting minutes with corrections (unanimous)
• Approved November 2021 department claims as audited (unanimous)
• Denied request to move fence setback from 45 to 60 feet from property line
• Agreed staff would mark trees outside clearing limits to preserve them

Transit Commission

The Transportation Commission will review the November 2021 financial/claims report and minutes from November 8, 2021. The meeting also includes an update from the Transportation Superintendent and a discussion regarding transportation gaps and system improvements.

• Discussion on transportation gaps and system improvements
• Approval of November 2021 financial/claims report
• Update from Transportation Superintendent

Public Policy and General Government

The committee will consider several liquor license applications for local businesses and a temporary permit for an event at Pfiffner Park. The agenda also includes a recurring request for a street closing for the Point Bock Run.

• Class A Liquor License for Caroline’s Bridal Boutique at 1336 Strongs Ave
• Class B Beer/Liquor License for TAPS at 956 Main St
• Temporary Class B license for Central Rivers Farmshed event at Pfiffner Park
• Street closing request for the Point Bock Run on March 5, 2022

The Public Policy and General Government Committee approved a list of liquor licenses, including a Class A license for Caroline's Bridal Boutique, Class B licenses for TAPS, and a temporary license for Central Rivers Farmshed's 2022 Local Food Fair. The committee also approved the Point Block Run street closing event for March 5, 2022. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved liquor license list including Caroline's Bridal Boutique, TAPS, and Central Rivers Farmshed (unanimous)
• Approved Point Block Run street closing for March 5, 2022 (unanimous)

Board of Public Works

The Board will consider a request from Pixelle Androscogglin, LLC for an occupancy license to install an electrical cable in the Wisconsin Street right-of-way. The meeting also includes updates on street improvement and paving projects.

• Revocable Occupancy License request from Pixelle Androscogglin, LLC for Wisconsin Street
• McDill Monitoring and Control Project update
• 2021 Streets Improvement Project update
• 2021 Fall Paving Project update

The Board of Public Works approved a Director's Report covering the McDill Monitoring and Control Project, the 2021 Streets Improvement Project, and the 2021 Fall Paving Project. It also approved a Revocable Occupancy License for Pixelle Androscogglin, LLC to install an electrical cable within the right-of-way on Wisconsin Street. Both motions passed unanimously.

• Approved Director's Report on McDill, Streets Improvement, and Fall Paving projects (unanimous)
• Approved Pixelle Androscogglin, LLC revocable occupancy license for electrical cable on Wisconsin Street (unanimous)

Personnel Committee

The Personnel Committee will discuss an ordinance amendment regarding compensation for poll workers and Canvass Board members. The committee will also consider changes to the vacation carry-over policy and review market survey results.

• Amendment to Administrative Policy 3.02 (Vacation Carry over)
• Review of Market Survey Results
• Ordinance amendment for election official compensation

The Personnel Committee approved an amendment to Administrative Policy 3.02 allowing up to 2 weeks of vacation carryover through March 31, 2022, with a 4-1 vote (one abstention). The committee also approved the Market Survey results unanimously and approved an ordinance amendment for compensation of election officials (poll workers and appointed Canvass Board members). All actions were approved as moved.

• Approved amendment to Administrative Policy 3.02 - Vacation Carryover (4-1, one abstention)
• Approved Market Survey results (unanimous)
• Approved ordinance amendment for Election Officials compensation (Sections 3.40(2) and 3.46(4) of RMC)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will review property tax rates and potential funding for a new fire truck. The meeting includes discussions on grant applications for redevelopment and trail projects, as well as budget amendments.

• Request for additional funding for a fire truck purchase
• WEDC Idle Sites Redevelopment Grant application for 1300 Maria Dr.
• Rettler Corporation proposal for Union Street Extension design services
• WisDOT TAP Grant application for Stevens Point Plover River Crossing Trail Project
• Approval of amendments to the 2021 Budget

Police and Fire Commission

The Police and Fire Commission will review the Fire Department eligibility list and receive an update on a new fire truck. The agenda also includes reports from the Police and Fire Chiefs, including a revised timeline for the Fire Chief's retirement.

• Update on new fire truck
• Approval of Fire Department eligibility list
• Revised timeline for Fire Chief retirement
• Closed session regarding fire chief candidate status

City Plan Commission

The City Plan Commission will consider site plan reviews and conceptual plan modifications for a parcel off Division Street North. The agenda also includes a discussion on accessory unit ordinances and a review of the 2020 Housing Affordability Report.

• Modification of conceptual plan for unaddressed parcel off Division Street North
• Site Plan Review for two structures on Division Street North parcel
• Approval of Certified Survey Map for Union Street extension
• Discussion regarding Accessory Dwelling Unit and Accessory Commercial Unit Ordinance
• Review of the 2020 Housing Affordability Report

Pedestrian and Bicycle Street Safety Commission

The Bicycle and Pedestrian Street Safety Commission will review the 2021 Bicycle & Pedestrian Count and the 2021 Walking and Rolling Audit. The commission will also discuss educational initiatives for clearing snow from curb cuts.

• 2021 Bicycle & Pedestrian Count discussion
• 2021 Walking and Rolling Audit discussion
• Snow clearance from curb cuts education
• Walk Friendly Community Application update
• Bicycle Friendly Business update

Historic Preservation and Design Review Commission

The commission will consider a design review request for a building addition and storefront improvements at 1040 Main Street. The meeting also includes an update on the facade improvement grant program.

• Design review for building addition and storefront improvements at 1040 Main Street
• Update on the facade improvement grant program
• Report of the October 20, 2021 meeting

Park Commission

The Park Commission will consider the 2022 Fees and Charges Schedule and a special event request for Pfiffner Pioneer Park. The meeting also includes updates on staffing at KB Willett Arena and Rec Center and various capital projects.

• Local Food Fair special event request at Pfiffner Pioneer Park
• 2022 Fees and Charges Schedule
• Staffing changes at KB Willett Arena and Rec Center
• Iverson restroom project update
• Willett roof replacement

The Board of Park Commissioners approved the October 6, 2021 meeting minutes, a Local Food Fair special event at Pfiffner Pioneer Park for May 7, 2022, and the 2022 Fees and Charges Schedule. The fee schedule includes $10 per program registration, $1.00 daily non-resident admission, and a $25.00 non-resident fee for lodge rentals. All three motions passed 10-0. The board also received updates on staffing changes at KB Willett Arena and Rec Center and the Director's Report on capital projects, but took no action on those items.

• Approved October 6, 2021 meeting minutes as presented (10-0).
• Approved Local Food Fair special event at Pfiffner Pioneer Park on May 7, 2022 (10-0).
• Approved 2022 Fees and Charges Schedule with $10 program registration, $1.00 daily non-resident admission, and $25.00 non-resident lodge rental fee (10-0).
• Adjourned meeting at 7:12 pm (10-0).

Police and Fire Commission

The Police and Fire Commission will meet in a closed session to discuss the selection process for a fire chief candidate. The commission will also conduct annual performance evaluations for both the Police Chief and the Fire Chief.

• Review of fire chief candidate status
• Annual performance evaluations for Police and Fire Chiefs

Deer Management Committee

The committee will receive updates on this year's deer culling activities and review 2021 wildlife grants. Members will also discuss potential grant plans for 2022 and future meeting formats.

• Approval of September 1, 2021 meeting minutes
• Update on current year's culling activities
• Discussion and possible action on 2022 wildlife grant plans
• Discussion regarding future meeting formats (Zoom vs. in-person)

The Deer Management Committee approved the minutes from the September 1, 2021 meeting (4-0). They also approved the 2022 Urban Wildlife Grant as amended during the meeting (4-0). The meeting was adjourned at 8:22 am.

• Approved September 1, 2021 meeting minutes (4-0).
• Approved 2022 Urban Wildlife Grant as amended (4-0).
• Adjourned meeting at 8:22 am.

Common Council

The Stevens Point Common Council will meet to consider a resolution regarding the creation of revised wards within the city. This special meeting is scheduled to take place at 933 Michigan Avenue or via Zoom.

• Resolution for the creation of revised wards in the City

The Common Council held a special meeting and approved a resolution creating revised wards located in the City. The motion was made by Ald. Christianson, seconded by Ald. Morrow, and passed unanimously with 8 ayes and no nays. The meeting adjourned at 1:05 p.m.

• Approved Resolution – Creation of revised wards located in the City (unanimous, 8-0)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will consider a use variance request regarding the number of unrelated persons allowed to reside at 1208 Reserve Street. The board will also review reports from previous meetings.

• Use Variance request for 1208 Reserve Street to exceed allowed number of unrelated persons
• Report of January 30, 2019 meeting
• Report of November 3, 2021 meeting

Housing Taskforce

The Housing Taskforce will hear a presentation from Idowu Odedosu, Executive Director of the Stevens Point Housing Authority. The discussion will focus on public housing within the City of Stevens Point.

• Presentation by Idowu Odedosu regarding public housing in the City of Stevens Point

Administrative Appeals Committee

The Administrative Appeals Board will elect a chair and review minutes from the August 18, 2021 meeting. The board will also hear appeals regarding notices and service charges for property maintenance violations.

• Election of Chair
• Appeal of property maintenance violation at 2901D Fifth Avenue
• Appeal of property maintenance violation at 1616 Main Street

The Administrative Appeals Board elected Ald. Fishler as chair and Ald. Shorr as vice-chair, and approved the August 18, 2021 meeting minutes. The board denied appeals of property maintenance violation service charges for 2901D Fifth Avenue and 1616 Main Street, with all members voting in favor of denial. The meeting adjourned at 4:18 p.m.

• Elected Ald. Fishler as chair of the Administrative Appeals Board (unanimous).
• Elected Ald. Shorr as vice-chair (unanimous).
• Approved the minutes of the August 18, 2021 meeting (unanimous).
• Denied the appeal of the property maintenance violation service charge for 2901D Fifth Avenue (unanimous).
• Denied the appeal of the property maintenance violation service charge for 1616 Main Street (unanimous).

Common Council

The council will hold a public hearing on the 2022 City Budget and vote on its adoption. The agenda also includes authorizing $9,205,000 in General Obligation Bonds and $3,305,000 in Storm Water System Revenue Bonds. Additionally, the council will consider rezoning and permit requests for Great Northern Distilling and Upstream Cider LLC.

• Adoption of 2022 City Budget and tax levy
• Authorization of $9,205,000 in General Obligation Bonds
• Rezoning request for Great Northern Distilling at 1009 Second Street
• Contract award to Midwest Well Services for $92,472.65
• Conditional use permit for Upstream Cider LLC at 2041 Madison Street

The Common Council unanimously adopted the 2022 capital and operating budget, appropriated funds, and levied the 2021 tax rate. It also authorized the sale of $9,205,000 in taxable general obligation bonds and $3,305,000 in storm water system revenue bonds. The council approved a conditional use permit for Upstream Cider LLC, a rezoning and conditional use permit for Great Northern Distilling, and a property sale to the distillery. A proposed amendment to the council's code of conduct was denied.

• Adopted 2022 city budget and levied 2021 tax rate (unanimous)
• Authorized $9,205,000 taxable GO bond sale, Series 2021A (unanimous)
• Authorized $3,305,000 storm water revenue bond sale (unanimous)
• Approved conditional use permit for Upstream Cider LLC at 2041 Madison St (10-0, Dalton abstained)
• Rezoned 1009 Second St parcels from B-2 to Planned Development (unanimous)
• Approved conditional use permit for Great Northern Distilling at 1009 Second St (unanimous)
• Approved sale of 23,381 sq ft at 1009 Second St to Great Northern Distilling (unanimous)
• Denied amendment to council code of conduct (3-8)

Personnel Committee

The meeting includes consideration of a resolution for creating revised wards in the City. Members will also review minutes from the November 3 Redistricting Committee meeting and discuss the City's Strategic Plan.

• Resolution for creation of revised wards
• Review of Redistricting Committee minutes from November 3, 2021
• Presentation and discussion on the City’s Strategic Plan

The Stevens Point Common Council approved the minutes of the November 3 Redistricting Committee meeting. The council voted unanimously to postpone the vote on the resolution creating revised city wards until November 15, 2021. A presentation on the city's Strategic Plan was given by Atlas Community Solutions, with the plan available online.

• Approved minutes of Redistricting Committee meeting (unanimous)
• Postponed vote on revised wards resolution to Nov. 15 (unanimous)

Board of Water and Sewerage Commissioners

The Board of Water and Sewerage Commissioners will review water supply and sewage treatment reports. They will also consider awarding a contract for test well drilling and professional services agreements with MC&E.

• Awarding project #21-15 (Test Well Drilling) to Midwest Well Services, Inc. up to $92,472.65
• Agreements with MC&E for professional services
• Water Supply and Distribution Reports
• Sewage Treatment Operations Report

The Board approved awarding project #21-15 (Test Well Drilling) to Municipal Well and Pump in an amount not to exceed $92,427.65, including a 15% change order allowance. They also approved department claims for September and October 2021, the September 13, 2021 minutes, and two agreements with MC&E for project management ($8,722.00) and engineering ($31,912.31). Utility rate increases (water 3%, sewer 3%, stormwater 6%) take effect December 1, 2021, following PSC approval.

• Approved September 13, 2021 meeting minutes (all ayes)
• Approved department claims for September and October 2021 (all ayes)
• Awarded test well drilling project to Municipal Well and Pump, not to exceed $92,427.65 (all ayes)
• Approved MC&E project management agreement for $8,722.00 (all ayes)
• Approved MC&E engineering agreement for $31,912.31 (all ayes)

Airport Commission

The Stevens Point Airport Commission meeting consists of routine procedural items. The agenda includes approving minutes and department claims, as well as receiving a report from Joel Lemke.

• Approval of minutes
• Approval of department claims
• Report from Joel Lemke

The Airport Commission met on November 8, 2021, and approved the September 13, 2021 meeting minutes and department claims for September and October 2021. No substantive policy decisions were made; the meeting was largely procedural, with a brief update on the upcoming fence project preconstruction meeting.

• Approved September 13, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved department claims for September and October 2021 (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 1:02 PM (unanimous)

Transit Commission

The Transportation Commission will discuss potential changes to Late Night Transit (LNT) services and a five-year agreement between the city and county. The meeting also includes consideration of a 2022 funding application and the purchase of a Passio Go add-on.

• Late Night Transit (LNT) service changes
• Five-year County/City transportation agreement
• 2022 5311-PTAP Application
• Purchase of Passio Go add-on

The Stevens Point Transportation Commission unanimously approved the September 13, 2021 minutes, the September and October 2021 financial/claims report, the 2022 5311-PTAP application, a 5-year County/City transportation agreement, the purchase of a Passio Go add-on, and Late Night Transit (LNT) service changes. All motions passed with ayes all and nays none. The next meeting is scheduled for December 13, 2021.

• Approved September 13, 2021 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved September and October 2021 financial/claims report (unanimous)
• Approved 2022 5311-PTAP application (unanimous)
• Approved County/City transportation agreement, 5-year term (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of Passio Go add-on (unanimous)
• Approved LNT (Late Night Transit) service changes (unanimous)

Public Policy and General Government

The committee will consider liquor license updates for Festival Foods and Holiday Inn Convention Center. The agenda also includes a street closing request for a new event on December 11, 2021, and discussion regarding the Common Council Code of Conduct.

• Agent change for Schierl Sales Corporation at The Store #58
• Class A liquor/beer license for Festival Foods at 1600 Academy Ave
• Class B beer/liquor license for Holiday Inn Convention Center at 1001 Amber Ave
• Street closing request for 'Santa + Reindeer' event on December 11, 2021
• Consideration of Common Council Code of Conduct

The committee approved the license list, including a new Class A liquor license for Festival Foods and a Class B license for Holiday Inn, with no concerns from police. They also approved a new Santa + Reindeer event on December 11, 2021. A proposed Rules of Decorum for Public Meetings was initially moved but the motion was withdrawn after discussion. The committee voted to deny consideration of a Common Council Code of Conduct.

• Approved license list including Festival Foods and Holiday Inn licenses (unanimous)
• Approved Santa + Reindeer event on December 11, 2021 (unanimous)
• Withdrew motion on Rules of Decorum for Public Meetings (unanimous)
• Denied consideration of Common Council Code of Conduct (unanimous)

Personnel Committee

The Personnel Committee will consider amending funeral leave policies and a request to reorganize the Streets Division. The committee will also discuss ways to ease workload burdens. A request for a leave of absence without pay will be considered in closed session.

• Amendment to Administrative Policy 3.02 Leave Policies (Funeral Leave)
• Request for Reorganization of Streets Division
• Discussion on opportunities to ease workload burdens
• Action on a request for leave of absence without pay

The Personnel Committee approved an amendment to Administrative Policy 3.02 regarding funeral leave (4-0, 1 abstention) and approved a reorganization of the Streets Division, with costs to stay within the existing budget. The committee also approved a leave of absence without pay after a closed session. A discussion on easing workload burdens was held with no action taken.

• Approved amendment to Administrative Policy 3.02 Leave Policies (Funeral Leave) (4-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved Streets Division reorganization, cost within existing budget (unanimous)
• Approved leave of absence without pay after closed session (unanimous)

Finance Committee

The committee will discuss the 2022 city budget and updates on Fire Station #1 repairs. Members may also consider awarding a signage design contract and applying for ARPA grant funding.

• Discussion of the 2022 City Budget
• Update on Fire Station #1 repairs and facility needs
• Awarding a bid to AVIA Design for Wayfinding Signage Design Program
• Authorization to apply for ARPA Neighborhood Investment Fund Grant Program
• Negotiation of a potential downtown property purchase

The Finance Committee unanimously approved the 2022 Operating Budget and recommended it to the Common Council. It also approved a contract with AVIA Design for the Wayfinding Signage Design Program, authorized applying for the ARPA Neighborhood Investment Fund Grant Program, and approved claims paid totaling $3,516,616.72. The committee then adjourned into closed session to discuss a potential downtown property purchase.

• Approved 2022 Operating Budget, recommended to Common Council (5-0)
• Approved contract with AVIA Design for Wayfinding Signage Design Program (5-0)
• Authorized application for ARPA Neighborhood Investment Fund Grant Program (5-0)
• Approved claims paid in amount of $3,516,616.72 (5-0)
• Adjourned into closed session to negotiate potential downtown property purchase (4-1)

Redistricting Committee

The Redistricting Committee will review and consider the adoption of a revised plan for city wards and districts.

• Review of the Revised Plan of the Wards/Districts in the City
• Adoption of the Revised Plan of the Wards/Districts in the City

The Redistricting Committee approved the Revised Plan of the Wards/Districts in the City, adjusting boundary lines to eliminate discrepancies between city ward boundaries and county supervisory district lines. All ward populations were confirmed within the accepted range of 600 to 2,100 per ward. The motion passed unanimously.

• Approved Revised Plan of Wards/Districts (unanimous)

Historic Preservation and Design Review Commission

The meeting includes a report from the March 1, 2019, Zoning Board of Appeals meeting. The City Attorney is scheduled to present on the board's roles and duties.

• Report of the March 1, 2019 meeting
• Presentation by City Attorney on roles and duties of the Zoning Board of Appeals
• Review of the Zoning Board of Appeals decision form

Police and Fire Commission

The Police and Fire Commission will discuss authorizing the hiring of a police officer. The meeting includes updates on COVID-19 for fire and police departments and an update on exit interview policies. A closed session is also scheduled to discuss legal strategy regarding litigation.

• Authorization to hire a police officer
• COVID-19 update for Fire and Police Departments
• Update on exit interview policy for police and fire
• Closed session regarding legal counsel and litigation strategy

City Plan Commission

The City Plan Commission will consider rezoning requests and conditional use permits for alcohol production facilities at 1009 Second Street and 2041 Madison Street. The meeting also includes a site plan review for construction and a property sale request by the Redevelopment Authority. A discussion on accessory dwelling and commercial unit ordinances is also scheduled.

• Conditional use permit for Upstream Cider LLC at 2041 Madison Street
• Rezoning of 1009 Second Street and adjacent parcels to Planned Development
• Conditional use permit for Great Northern Distilling at 1009 Second Street
• Site plan review for construction at 1009 Second Street
• Sale of 23,381 square feet of property by the Redevelopment Authority

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will review the proposed 2022 operating budget. The meeting also includes procedural items such as roll call and adjournment.

• Review of Proposed 2022 Operating Budget

The Finance Committee met and reviewed the proposed 2022 operating budget, presented by C/T Ladick via PowerPoint. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was informational and adjourned at 6:47 p.m.

• Reviewed proposed 2022 operating budget (no action taken)

Common Council

The Common Council will discuss and consider a development agreement. This agreement involves Distillery Partners, LLC, the Redevelopment Authority of the City of Stevens Point, and the City.

• Development Agreement between Distillery Partners, LLC, the Redevelopment Authority, and the City

The Common Council unanimously approved a development agreement among Distillery Partners, LLC, the Redevelopment Authority, and the City of Stevens Point. The agreement was discussed by Director Kernosky before the vote. No other substantive decisions were made at this special meeting.

• Approved development agreement with Distillery Partners, LLC (unanimous)

Historic Preservation and Design Review Commission

The commission will consider a design review request from Ryan Wanta, representing Great Northern Distillery. The request involves constructing a principal structure at 1009 Second Street and an unaddressed parcel bounded by Second, Third, and Portage Streets. The meeting also includes a report on the September 20, 2021, commission meeting.

• Design review for a new structure at 1009 Second Street
• Design review for an unaddressed parcel bounded by Second, Third, and Portage Streets
• Report of the September 20, 2021 meeting

Redevelopment Authority

The Redevelopment Authority will discuss grant program updates and various property matters. This includes a request from Wild Card regarding property near 1136 and 1140 Main Street and next steps for 1700 Strongs Avenue. The board will also review a survey map for Second Street.

• Property easement or sale request near 1136 and 1140 Main Street
• Neighbor Helping Neighbor Grant Program updates
• Multi-Family Rental Conversion Grant Program overview
• Next steps for 1700 Strongs Avenue
• Certified Survey Map review for 1009 & 1013 Second Street

Common Council

The Common Council will consider the 2022 Capital Budget and the 2023-2026 Capital Improvement Plan. The agenda also includes several land use resolutions, ordinance amendments, and a road construction contract.

• Awarding EM Copps Drive Extension Phase 2 Project to Advance Construction, Inc for up to $755,559.71
• Approval of the 2022 Capital Budget and 2023-2026 Capital Improvement Plan
• Conditional use permit for four duplexes at 3800 Doolittle Drive
• Ordinance amendments regarding stop signs, plumbing/electrical codes, and aldermanic districts
• Resolution to open intoxicants on specific days in the downtown area

The Common Council approved the 2022 Capital Budget and Capital Improvement Plan for 2023-2026, and awarded the EM Copps Drive Extension Phase 2 project to Advance Construction, Inc. for $755,559.71. Several conditional use permits were approved, including four duplexes at 3800 Doolittle Drive and a car wash facility off Division Street North, while a request for conditional street setback requirements in TIF District No. 5 was denied. The council also approved an ordinance amendment repealing the plumbing and electrical codes, and a resolution allowing open intoxicants downtown from 12 p.m. to 9 p.m. on all days. The item on aldermanic district boundaries was pulled from the agenda with no action taken.

• Approved 2022 Capital Budget and CIP 2023-2026 (unanimous)
• Awarded EM Copps Drive Extension Phase 2 to Advance Construction, Inc. for $755,559.71 (unanimous)
• Approved conditional use permit for four duplexes at 3800 Doolittle Drive (unanimous)
• Approved conditional use permit for car wash facility off Division Street North (unanimous)
• Denied conditional use permit for street setback requirements in TIF District No. 5 (6-4)
• Approved sign variance for St. Michael's Hospital wall sign at 900 Illinois Avenue (unanimous)
• Approved ordinance amendment repealing plumbing and electrical codes (unanimous)
• Approved open intoxicants downtown 12 p.m.-9 p.m. all days (unanimous)

Police and Fire Commission

The Special Police and Fire Commission will discuss the Fire Chief's job description, job announcement, and hiring documents. The commission will also consider a possible timeline for the hiring process.

• Review of Fire Chief job description, placement, and hiring documents
• Discussion of potential timeline for the hiring process

Personnel Committee

The Personnel Committee will discuss 2022 pay rates for seasonal employees, poll workers, and crossing guards. This discussion is contingent on budget availability.

• Discussion of 2022 pay rates for Seasonal Employees, Poll Workers, and Crossing Guards

The Personnel Committee discussed 2022 pay rates for seasonal employees, poll workers, and crossing guards, contingent on budget availability. No formal action was taken; the item was for discussion only. Consideration beyond the normal cost of living adjustment will be given if funding allows in the 2022 budget.

• Discussed 2022 pay rates for seasonal employees, poll workers, and crossing guards (no action taken)

Board of Public Works

The Board will review reports on 2021 road resurfacing and paving projects. The meeting also includes consideration of stop sign ordinance amendments and a contract award for the EM Copps Drive Extension Phase 2 Project.

• Contract award for EM Copps Drive Extension Phase 2 Project #21-13 up to $755,559.71
• Ordinance amendments to Section 9.06 regarding stop signs
• Director's report on 2021 road resurfacing and streets improvement projects

The Board of Public Works approved two items. It accepted ordinance amendments in Section 9.06 related to stop signs, and awarded the EM Copps Drive Extension Phase 2 Project #21-13 to Advance Construction, Inc. of Green Bay for an amount not to exceed $755,559.71. Both motions passed unanimously with no dissenting votes.

• Awarded EM Copps Drive Extension Phase 2 Project #21-13 to Advance Construction, Inc. for up to $755,559.71 (unanimous)
• Accepted Ordinance Amendments in Section 9.06 regarding stop signs (unanimous)

Public Policy and General Government

The Public Policy and General Government Committee will meet to elect a new Vice-Chair and process license agent changes for Kwik Trip, Inc. The agenda also includes reviewing street closing requests for community events and discussing an amendment to the Special Event Applications ordinance.

• Election of Vice-Chair
• License agent change for Kwik Trip, Inc at 3533 Stanley St
• Street closing requests for Frostbite Run/Walk and Holiday Parade
• Ordinance amendment to Chapter 12.28 regarding Special Event Applications

The Public Policy and General Government Committee elected Ald. Christianson as Vice-Chair and approved a change of agent for Kwik Trip. It also approved all four requests for events/street closings, including the Frostbite Run, Turkey Trot, Holiday Parade, and Halloween Hoedown. Discussion on a special event ordinance amendment was held but no action was taken.

• Elected Ald. Christianson as Vice-Chair (unanimous)
• Approved change of agent for Kwik Trip, Inc. at 1626 Oak St (unanimous)
• Approved Frostbite Run/Walk street closing for Dec 4, 2021 (unanimous)
• Approved Turkey Trot 5K & Food Drive street closing (unanimous)
• Approved Holiday Parade street closing for Nov 17, 2021 (unanimous)
• Approved Healthy Downtown Halloween Hoedown street closing (unanimous)

Finance Committee

The Stevens Point Finance Committee will discuss updates to the 2022 City Operating Budget and the 2022 Capital Budget. The committee will also consider guidelines for the 2021 tax rate and participation in the National Opioid Settlement.

• Update on the 2022 City Operating Budget
• 2022 Capital Budget and 2023-2026 Capital Improvement Plan
• Guidelines for the 2021 tax rate
• Participation in the National Opioid Settlement
• Claim from Angel Mancil for pothole damage

The Finance Committee approved the 2022 Capital Budget and affirmed a framework allowing up to a 2.5% tax rate increase for the 2021 tax year. It also approved additional funding for building maintenance, participation in the National Opioid Settlement, a change to TDS as telephone provider, and claims paid. A motion to keep grant funding flat at $52,100 failed for lack of a second, and a pothole damage claim was denied.

• Approved 2022 Capital Budget as presented (unanimous)
• Affirmed tax rate increase framework up to 2.5% (unanimous)
• Allocated additional $50,000 for 2021 building maintenance and repairs (unanimous)
• Approved City's participation in National Opioid Settlement (unanimous)
• Denied claim from Angel Mancil for pothole damage (unanimous)
• Approved change in telephone service provider to TDS (unanimous)
• Approved claims paid in amount of $675,567.24 (unanimous)
• Motion to keep grants/subsidies flat at $52,100 failed for lack of second

Park Commission

The Board of Park Commissioners will discuss a roof resurfacing project at KB Willett Arena. The commission will also consider reviewing the city's park naming policy and authorizing donor naming rights for two capital campaigns.

• Roof resurfacing project at KB Willett Arena
• Review of Public Park and Facility Naming Policy
• Donor naming rights authorization for Plover River Crossing capital campaign
• Donor naming rights authorization for Emerson Park capital campaign

The Board of Park Commissioners rejected the sole bid for the KB Willett Arena roof resurfacing project and will rebid it in early 2022. They also approved allowing the Friends of the Plover River Crossing and Friends of Emerson Park to offer major donor naming rights for their capital campaigns, contingent on compliance with the city's naming policy. The September 1, 2021 meeting minutes were approved unanimously.

• Rejected TMI Coatings, Inc. bid for KB Willett Arena roof resurfacing; project to be rebid in early 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved Friends of Plover River Crossing to offer major donor naming rights, subject to city naming policy (unanimous)
• Approved Friends of Emerson Park to offer major donor naming rights, subject to city naming policy (unanimous)
• Approved September 1, 2021 meeting minutes as presented (unanimous)

Police and Fire Commission

The commission will discuss COVID-19 updates for the fire and police departments. The meeting includes reviewing the fire department entry-level hiring list and a potential update to the exit interview policy. Additionally, the commission will conduct annual evaluations of the Police and Fire Chiefs.

• Approval of Fire Department entry level hiring list
• Update on exit interview policy for fire and police employees
• Annual evaluations of the Police and Fire Chiefs
• COVID-19 updates for Fire and Police Departments

The Police and Fire Commission accepted Fire Chief Finn's letter of retirement, effective January 3, 2022, and postponed the collaborative problem-solving process until a new chief is selected. The commission also approved the Fire Department entry-level hiring list, adopted an exit interview policy, and accepted the September 2021 reports from the Fire and Police Chiefs. All votes were unanimous.

• Accepted Fire Chief Finn's retirement letter, effective January 3, 2022 (unanimous)
• Postponed collaborative problem-solving process until 2022 or new Fire Chief selected (unanimous)
• Approved Fire Department entry-level hiring list for October 2021 eligibility (unanimous)
• Adopted exit interview policy for Fire and Police employees (unanimous)
• Approved September 2021 Fire Chief's report (unanimous)
• Approved September 2021 Police Chief's report (unanimous)
• Approved September 14, 2021 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved September 2021 bills (unanimous)

City Plan Commission

The City Plan Commission will review several requests for land use permits and variances. Key items include a proposed car wash facility and planned development off Division Street North, as well as duplex construction on Doolittle Drive.

• Conditional use permit for four duplexes at 3800 Doolittle Drive
• Car wash facility and development requests off Division Street North
• Accessory building permit request off Whiting Avenue
• Sign variance for St. Michael's Hospital at 900 Illinois Avenue
• Driveway requirement exception at 1910 Monroe Street

Common Council

The Special Council Meeting includes a resolution for the creation of city wards and a review of Redistricting Committee minutes. The council will also address mayoral appointments and a temporary retailer's license for an event at Bukolt Park Lodge.

• Resolution regarding the creation of wards in the City
• Temporary Class "B" Retailer's License for North Central Conservancy Trust Inc. at Bukolt Park Lodge
• Review of Redistricting Committee minutes from August 26 and September 13, 2021
• Mayoral appointments to various committees including Transportation Commission and Personnel Committee

The Common Council unanimously approved a resolution creating new wards in the city, following the Redistricting Committee's process. The council also approved a temporary liquor license for the North Central Conservancy Trust's annual dinner and several mayoral appointments.

• Approved resolution creating city wards (9-0)
• Approved temporary Class B liquor license for North Central Conservancy Trust annual dinner (9-0)
• Approved minutes and actions of Redistricting Committee meetings of Aug 26 and Sep 13 (9-0)
• Approved mayoral appointments to Historic Preservation, Personnel, Public Policy, Administrative Appeals Board, and Transportation Commission (9-0)

Tourism Commission

The Tourism Commission will meet to discuss a funding request for the Community Stadium at Goerke Field. The commission will also review meeting minutes from December 16, 2020.

• Funding request for Community Stadium at Goerke Field
• Approval of December 16, 2020 meeting minutes

The Tourism Commission approved a funding request of $200,000 over 10 years for the Community Stadium at Goerke Field. The motion passed unanimously. The commission also approved the minutes from the December 16, 2020 meeting.

• Approved $200,000 over 10 years for Community Stadium at Goerke Field (unanimous)
• Approved December 16, 2020 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Historic Preservation and Design Review Commission

The Commission will conduct site inspections of properties on Union Street. The meeting includes a request for a demolition review at 1000 Union Street and a design review for a parking lot at 1043 Union Street.

• Demolition review for the structure at 1000 Union Street
• Design review for parking lot reconstruction at 1043 Union Street
• Site inspections of 1000 and 1043 Union Street

Common Council

The Common Council is reviewing resolutions for various bond issuances, including funds for street improvements and corporate purposes. The agenda also includes contract awards, ordinance amendments, and conditional use permit requests.

• Contract award for Fox Theater Parking Lot Project up to $52,868.95
• Authorization of a $3,660,000 bond for street improvements and lighting
• Authorization of a $9,230,000 bond for corporate purposes
• Conditional use permit for a day care facility at 4701 Industrial Park Road
• Acceptance of the AECOM alternative for the Business 51 Project design phase

The Common Council approved the consent agenda, which included several committee actions, and authorized multiple bond issuances for street improvements, parking lots, fire equipment, and other projects. The council also approved conditional use permits for a detached garage at 524 Bukolt Avenue and a day care facility at 4701 Industrial Park Road, and awarded a contract for the Fox Theater parking lot project. A proposed ordinance amendment to establish ATV/UTV routes, including on West River Drive, failed on a 4-6 vote. The council also appointed Marc Christianson to fill the First District alderperson vacancy.

• Approved consent agenda, including committee actions and a raze order bid for properties at 1430 Torun Road.
• Denied a driveway exception request at 517 Indiana Avenue; upheld the Plan Commission's decision.
• Approved conditional use permit for a detached garage at 524 Bukolt Avenue.
• Approved conditional use permit for a day care facility at 4701 Industrial Park Road.
• Approved temporary premise extension for Partner's Pub and Grill for Homecoming on October 9, 2021.
• Approved ordinance amendments for parking violation deposits and parking regulations.
• Rejected ordinance amendment for ATV/UTV routes, including West River Drive.
• Approved multiple initial resolutions authorizing bond issuances for various city projects and purposes.

Police and Fire Commission

The commission will discuss COVID-19 updates for fire and police departments and review operational budgets. Members may also consider removing the "interim" designation from the Chief of Police title.

• Removing "interim" from the Chief of Police title
• $3,000.00 donation to Fire Department from Rural Mutual Insurance Company
• Review of Police and Fire Department operational budgets
• Update on collaborative problem solving between Fire Department management and Local 484

Board of Water and Sewerage Commissioners

The Board of Water and Sewerage Commissioners will discuss utility rate adjustments and amendments to the wellhead protection ordinance. The meeting also includes reports on water supply, sewage treatment, and solar performance at the Utility Garage.

• Wellhead protection ordinance amendments
• Utility rate adjustments
• Report on monthly fee tracking
• Water Supply and Distribution Reports
• Update on solar performance at Utility Garage

The Board of Water and Sewerage Commissioners approved rate increases for water (3%, pending PSC approval), sewer (3%), and stormwater (6%), effective December 1, 2021. They also approved the wellhead protection ordinance amendments adding Zone C, the August 2021 meeting minutes, and department claims for August 2021. The meeting included reports on operations, construction, and other utility matters.

• Approved the August 9, 2021 meeting minutes.
• Approved department claims for August 2021 as audited.
• Approved Wellhead Protection Ordinance Amendments adding Zone C to the districts.
• Approved water rate increase of 3% (pending PSC approval), sewer rate increase of 3%, and stormwater rate increase of 6%, effective December 1, 2021.
• Adjourned the meeting at 12:42 PM.

Airport Commission

This meeting consists of procedural items for the Stevens Point Airport Commission. The agenda includes the approval of minutes and department claims, as well as a report from Jason Draheim.

• Approval of minutes
• Approval of department claims
• Report from Jason Draheim

The Airport Commission approved the August 9, 2021 meeting minutes and the department claims for August 2021, both by unanimous vote. Staff reported that a flying club discussed last month has gained enough members to base an aircraft at the airport, with interest in a light sport aircraft club as well. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved August 9, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved August 2021 department claims (unanimous)

Personnel Committee

The Redistricting Committee will review proposed plans for the city's wards and districts. The committee will also consider the possible adoption of these plans.

• Review of proposed wards/districts plans for the city
• Consideration and possible adoption of wards/districts plan for the city

The Stevens Point Redistricting Committee reviewed two proposed ward/district maps, Redraw A and Plan B, prepared by the City Clerk's Office. The committee voted unanimously to adopt Redraw A, which reduces the number of ballot styles per district to two or one, and will submit it to the city council and county for consideration. Plan B was discussed but not adopted.

• Adopted Redraw A ward/district plan unanimously (all ayes, no nays)
• Submitted Redraw A to city council and county for consideration
• Reviewed Redraw A and Plan B redistricting options

Transit Commission

The Stevens Point Transportation Commission will meet to approve August minutes and financial reports. The commission will also discuss a proposal for "Free Ride Fridays" on city fixed route buses between Thanksgiving and Christmas.

• Approval of August 9, 2021 minutes
• Approval of August 2021 financial/claims report
• Discussion on "Free Ride Fridays" for city fixed route buses

The Transportation Commission approved 'Free Ride Fridays' on city fixed route buses between Thanksgiving and Christmas. The commission also approved the August 9, 2021 minutes and the August 2021 financial/claims report. The next meeting is scheduled for October 11, 2021 at 4:45pm.

• Approved 'Free Ride Fridays' on city fixed route buses between Thanksgiving and Christmas
• Approved the August 9, 2021 minutes
• Approved the August 2021 financial/claims report

Common Council

The Stevens Point Common Council will hold a public hearing regarding a proposed application for Community Development Block Grant funds. This presentation covers the repurposing and redevelopment of 1300 Maria Drive. The session includes discussions on community development needs and potential residential displacement.

• Public hearing for CDBG funding at 1300 Maria Drive

The Common Council held a public hearing on the city's application for $915,000 in Community Development Block Grant funds to acquire the former convent property at 1300 Maria Drive for redevelopment as The Grove Apartments. No public comments were made, and the hearing was closed. The council took no formal action on the application at this meeting.

• Held public hearing on CDBG application for $915,000 to acquire land and convent building for The Grove Apartments
• Closed public hearing with no citizen comments
• Adjourned meeting at 6:12 pm

Public Policy and General Government

The Public Policy and General Government Committee will review several business license requests and an ordinance amendment. The agenda includes temporary event permits for Spud Bowl and Kuby's Bar and Grill, as well as taxicab licensing. The committee will also consider changes to cash deposits for parking violations.

• Ordinance amendment to Chapter 24.27 regarding cash deposits for parking violations
• Temporary Class 'B' retailer's license for Spud Bowl at Goerke Park on October 2, 2021
• Temporary premise extension for Kuby's Bar and Grill to include a tented space
• Agent change for Kwik Trip Inc. at 5311 Old Highway 18
• Taxicab company and driver licenses for Courtesy Carriers, Inc.

The committee approved the license list, including a change of agent for Kwik Trip, a temporary license for UWSP's Spud Bowl, a temporary premise extension for Kuby's Bar and Grill, a taxicab company license, and seven taxicab driver licenses. It also approved the ordinance amendment setting the schedule of cash deposits for parking violations. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved license list including Kwik Trip agent change, Spud Bowl temporary license, Kuby's premise extension, Courtesy Carriers taxicab license, and 7 driver licenses (unanimous)
• Approved ordinance amendment for parking violation cash deposit schedule (unanimous)

Personnel Committee

The Personnel Committee is meeting to consider an amendment to Administrative Policy 2.12 H. regarding exit interviews. The meeting will also include a roll call.

• Amendment to Administrative Policy 2.12 H. (Exit Interview)

The Personnel Committee approved an amendment to City Administrative Policy 2.12 H. regarding exit interviews. The amendment aims to improve staff retention and provide oversight, with a change that allows employees to speak with an HR professional instead of a supervisor or manager if they feel uncomfortable. The motion passed unanimously.

• Approved amendment to Administrative Policy 2.12 H. - Exit Interview, with all members voting in favor.

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will discuss several street improvement projects and ordinance changes. This includes a contract for the Fox Theater parking lot and updates to parking and ATV/UTV route rules.

• Fox Theater Parking Lot Project contract with Wildcard Worx up to $52,868.95
• Ordinance amendments regarding parking in Section 9.05
• Ordinance amendment for ATV/UTV Routes in Chapter 9.19
• Design proposal from Strand Associates for the 2022 Street Improvement Project
• Business 51 Project design phase recommendation by AECOM

The Board of Public Works unanimously awarded the Fox Theater Parking Lot Project to Wildcard Worx for up to $52,868.95. It also approved ordinance amendments on parking and ATV/UTV routes, accepted a design proposal from Strand Associates for the 2022 Street Improvement Project, and approved AECOM's recommended alternative for the Business 51 Project to proceed to the 30 percent design phase.

• Awarded Fox Theater Parking Lot Project to Wildcard Worx, not to exceed $52,868.95 (unanimous)
• Accepted Ordinance Amendments in Section 9.05 related to parking (unanimous)
• Accepted Ordinance Amendment in Chapter 9.19 related to ATV/UTV Routes (majority vote)
• Accepted Strand Associates design proposal for 2022 Street Improvement Project (unanimous)
• Accepted AECOM recommended alternative for Business 51 Project to proceed to 30% design phase (majority vote)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will review the 2022 Capital Budget and the 2023-2026 Capital Improvement Plan. Members will also receive an update on the 2022 Operating Budget and the outlook for the total tax rate. The committee will consider a Raze Order Bid for several properties at 1430 Torun Road.

• Presentation of 2022 Capital Budget and 2023-2026 Capital Improvement Plan
• Update on 2022 Operating Budget and total tax rate outlook
• Raze Order Bid for properties at 1430 Torun Road
• Authorization for Parks Department to apply for an Urban Forestry Grant
• Discussion on borrowing for 2021 capital projects, development incentives, and stormwater projects

The Finance Committee approved a raze order bid for properties at 1430 Torun Road, authorized the Parks Department to apply for an Urban Forestry Grant, and approved borrowing for 2021 capital projects, development incentives, and stormwater projects. It also adjusted the city's liability insurance deductible to $50,000 per claim for 2022, implemented a change in sidewalk repair funding, and approved claims paid totaling $8,283,864.51. All motions carried, with some votes not unanimous.

• Awarded raze order to Kyle Kluck Trucking & Excavating for 1430 Torun Road properties (4-0-1, Johnson abstained)
• Authorized Parks Department to apply for Urban Forestry Grant (unanimous)
• Approved borrowing for 2021 capital projects, development incentives, and stormwater projects (unanimous)
• Adjusted self-insured retention on liability insurance to $50,000 per claim for 2022 (4-1, Morrow opposed)
• Implemented change in funding method for sidewalk repairs and continuation projects (4-1, Morrow opposed)
• Approved continuing sidewalk special assessments for tax-exempt properties (unanimous)
• Approved claims paid in amount of $8,283,864.51 (unanimous)

Common Council

This special meeting of the Stevens Point Common Council includes a roll call and virtual anti-harassment training for council members. The training is provided by Cities and Villages Mutual Insurance Company.

• Virtual anti-harassment training for City Council members

City Plan Commission

The City Plan Commission will review several land-use requests, including conditional use permits for a detached garage and a day care facility. The meeting also includes presentations on accessory dwelling units and U.S. Census data.

• Conditional use permit for a detached garage at 524 Bukolt Avenue
• Conditional use permit for a day care facility at 4701 Industrial Park Road
• Driveway requirement exception request for 517 Indiana Avenue
• Site plan review for a gazebo installation at 2340 Church Street
• Presentation on accessory dwelling and commercial unit neighborhood meetings

Historic Preservation and Design Review Commission

The Historic Preservation/Design Review Commission will consider a demolition review request from North Side Yard LLC to raze the principal structure at 1000 Union Street. The meeting also includes a report on the July 28, 2021, meeting.

• Demolition review for the principal structure at 1000 Union Street
• Report of the July 28, 2021, meeting

Deer Management Committee

The Deer Management Committee will review 2021 deer culling operations and receive an update on the implementation of the integrated geese management plan. The committee will also elect a Chairperson and Vice Chairperson.

• Review of 2021 deer culling operations
• Update on 2021 integrated geese management plan implementation
• Election of Chairperson and Vice Chairperson
• Approval of February 24, 2021 meeting minutes

The Deer Management Committee approved contracts for deer culling and processing at a total of $145 per animal, with People's Meat Market handling processing and Greg Kuth performing culling. The committee also approved the February 24, 2021 meeting minutes and elected Olson as Chair and Bialas as Vice-Chair. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved People's Meat Market for processing and Greg Kuth for deer culling at $145 per animal total (unanimous)
• Approved February 24, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Elected Olson as Chair and Bialas as Vice-Chair

Park Commission

The Board of Park Commissioners will receive a presentation regarding the Emerson Park Project. The meeting also includes updates on the Iverson Park restroom project and an Eagle Scout project at Veterans Memorial Park.

• Emerson Park Project update by Friends of Emerson Park
• Iverson Park restroom project report
• Eagle Scout project at Veterans Memorial Park

The Board of Park Commissioners met on September 1, 2021, and approved the minutes from the August 4, 2021 meeting unanimously. The meeting included a presentation on the Emerson Park Project by the Friends of Emerson Park and a Director's Report covering the Iverson Park restroom project and an Eagle Scout project at Veterans Memorial Park. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved August 4, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Redistricting Committee

The committee will introduce its members and elect a Chair. Members will also review the committee's responsibilities and discuss potential standards for creating wards and aldermanic districts.

• Election of Committee Chair
• Review of committee responsibilities and process
• Discussion on standards for creating wards and aldermanic districts

The Redistricting Committee elected Paul Piotrowski as chairperson and discussed standards for creating wards and aldermanic districts, including compactness, contiguity, and preserving communities of interest. The committee directed the Clerk's office to prepare least-disruptive redistricting plans, with a specific motion to add population to District 3 and decrease population in District 8, and to communicate with the County. The next meeting was scheduled for September 13, 2021.

• Elected Paul Piotrowski as Chairperson (unanimous)
• Directed Clerk to prepare least-disruptive redistricting plans
• Approved motion to add population to District 3 and decrease population in District 8 (unanimous)
• Scheduled next meeting for September 13, 2021

Common Council

The Stevens Point Common Council is holding a special meeting to discuss how to fill an unexpired term for the District 1 Alderperson. The council will consider various options regarding this vacancy.

• Consideration of options for filling the District 1 Alderperson unexpired term

The Common Council held a special meeting to address the vacant District 1 alderperson seat. Ald. Shorr moved, with a second by Ald. Leek, to have the Council appoint someone to fill the seat until the April 2022 election. The motion passed unanimously with 9 ayes and no nays; Ald. Dalton was absent. The meeting adjourned at 5:12 p.m.

• Approved motion to appoint an interim alderperson for District 1 until the April 2022 election (9-0 vote)

Pedestrian and Bicycle Street Safety Commission

The commission will review the July 8, 2021 meeting report and discuss the 2021 walking/rolling audit regarding planned 2022 street reconstructions. A walking/rolling audit is also scheduled at the intersection of Lee Street and Washington Avenue.

• Report of the July 8, 2021 meeting
• Discussion on 2021 walking/rolling audit of planned 2022 street reconstructions
• Walking/rolling audit at Lee Street and Washington Avenue

Joint Review Board

The Joint Review Board will consider a resolution approving an amendment to Tax Incremental District No. 5. The meeting also includes a review of Annual PE-300 Reports and the status of active TIDs. Additionally, the board will review public records regarding project plan amendments.

• Consideration of resolution approving Tax Incremental District No. 5 amendment
• Review of Annual PE-300 Reports and the performance and status of active TIDs
• Review of public records, planning documents, and resolutions regarding project plan amendments

Administrative Appeals Committee

The Administrative Appeals Board will review appeals regarding notice and service charges for property maintenance violations. The board will also approve minutes from the May 19, 2021 meeting.

• Appeal of property maintenance violation at 2615 Fifth Avenue
• Appeal of property maintenance violation at 1233 Franklin Street
• Appeal of property maintenance violation at 417 Bliss Avenue

The Administrative Appeals Board denied all three appeals of notices/service charges for property maintenance violations at 2615 Fifth Avenue, 1233 Franklin Street, and 417 Bliss Avenue. Each denial was unanimous. No future meeting was scheduled as no pending appeals remained.

• Denied appeal for property at 2615 Fifth Avenue (unanimous)
• Denied appeal for property at 1233 Franklin Street (unanimous)
• Denied appeal for property at 417 Bliss Avenue (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of May 19, 2021 meeting (unanimous)

Common Council

The Common Council will consider a contract for the 2021 Fall Paving Project and amendments to speed limit ordinances. The agenda also includes discussions regarding sidewalk repair funding and a citywide property revaluation proposal.

• Awarding the 2021 Fall Paving Project to American Asphalt of Wisconsin up to $236,769.36
• Ordinance amendment for Section 9.02 speed limits
• Sign variance request for 2442 Sims Avenue
• Proposal for citywide property revaluation by Forward Appraisal
• Site plan review for a drive-in restaurant on Frontage Road

The Common Council approved the 2021 Fall Paving Project for American Asphalt of Wisconsin, not to exceed $236,769.36. It also approved a sign variance for 2442 Sims Avenue, an ordinance amendment on speed limits, an updated public participation plan for CDBG funding, an amendment to the TID No. 5 project plan, a change in sidewalk funding method, and a citywide revaluation proposal from Forward Appraisal. All votes were unanimous except the sidewalk funding method, which passed 10-1.

• Approved 2021 Fall Paving Project to American Asphalt of Wisconsin, not to exceed $236,769.36 (11-0)
• Approved sign variance for freestanding sign at 2442 Sims Avenue (11-0)
• Approved ordinance amendment to Section 9.02 on speed limits (11-0)
• Approved updated public participation plan for CDBG funding (11-0)
• Approved amendment to Tax Incremental District No. 5 project plan (11-0)
• Approved modifying sidewalk repair funding method (10-1)
• Approved Forward Appraisal proposal for citywide revaluation (11-0)
• Approved consent agenda with mayoral appointments (11-0)

Board of Water and Sewerage Commissioners

The Board will review the 2020 audit presented by Baker Tilly. Members will discuss filing with the PSC for a simplified water rate case and evaluate potential rate adjustments for storm and wastewater services. The agenda also includes approval to replace building heat boilers at the Wastewater Treatment Plant.

• Presentation of the 2020 Audit by Baker Tilly
• Filing with the PSC for a simplified water rate case
• Evaluation of storm and wastewater rate adjustments
• Approval to replace building heat boilers at the Wastewater Treatment Plant

The Board approved filing an application with the Public Service Commission for a simplified water rate case, which could lead to a rate increase of 3-3.5%. They also approved the 2020 audit, department claims, and up to $50,000 for boiler replacements. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved filing for simplified water rate case with PSC (unanimous)
• Approved 2020 audit prepared by Baker Tilly (unanimous)
• Approved department claims for July 2021 (unanimous)
• Approved up to $50,000 for boiler replacements at WWTP (unanimous)

Airport Commission

The Stevens Point Airport Commission will meet to hear a presentation on the 2020 audit by Baker Tilly. The commission will also consider approving department claims and reviewing a report from Jason Draheim.

• Presentation of the 2020 Audit by Baker Tilly, Jodi Dobson
• Approval of Department Claims
• Written/Verbal Report from Jason Draheim

The Airport Commission approved the July 12, 2021 meeting minutes, the 2020 Airport Audit presented by Baker Tilly, and the department claims for July 2021. The audit showed decreased revenues and expenses in 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic, with a negative change in net position attributed to depreciation not being reflected. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved July 12, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved 2020 Airport Audit completed by Baker Tilly (unanimous)
• Approved department claims for July 2021 (unanimous)

Transit Commission

The Transportation Commission will consider a federal 5310 grant application for Mobility Management and the Volunteer Driver program. The agenda also includes approval of operating budgets and a network camera system purchase.

• Federal 5310 grant application for Mobility Management and Volunteer Driver program
• 2021 Mobility Management and Volunteer Driver operating budgets
• Purchase of network camera system under the facility budget

The Stevens Point Transportation Commission approved moving forward with a federal 5310 grant application for Mobility Management and the Volunteer Driver program, along with the associated 2021 operating budgets. The commission also approved the June 10 minutes, the June-July financial/claims report, and the purchase of a network camera system under the facility budget, subject to policy compliance. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved June 10, 2021 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved June-July financial/claims report (unanimous)
• Approved federal 5310 grant application for Mobility Management and Volunteer Driver program (unanimous)
• Approved 2021 Mobility Management and Volunteer Driver operating budgets (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of network camera system under facility budget, contingent on policy compliance (unanimous)

Public Policy and General Government

The committee will consider requests for upcoming event street closures. They will also discuss an updated public participation plan for Community Development Block Grant funding.

• Temporary premise extension for 212 Fitness at 3217 John Joanis Drive
• Street closing requests for Pointoberfest and Blubber Run on September 18, 2021
• Street closing request for Give & Live Better 5K Fun Run/Walk on August 28, 2021
• Street closing request for 5th Annual Purple Ribbon Walk on October 1, 2021
• Updated public participation plan for Community Development Block Grant funding

The Public Policy and General Government Committee approved a temporary liquor license extension for 212 Fitness, three event/street closing requests (with the Purple Ribbon Walk moved to Oct. 4), and an updated public participation plan for Community Development Block Grant funding. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved temporary premise extension for 212 Fitness on Aug. 28, 2021 (unanimous)
• Approved Pointoberfest and Blubber Run street closing on Sept. 18, 2021 (unanimous)
• Approved Give & Live Better 5K Fun Run/Walk street closing on Aug. 28, 2021 (unanimous)
• Approved 5th Annual Purple Ribbon Walk street closing, amended date to Oct. 4, 2021 (unanimous)
• Approved updated public participation plan for CDBG funding (unanimous)

Personnel Committee

The committee will consider requests for 2022 out of state travel and a grievance regarding Central Transportation driver procedures. The agenda also includes discussions on job reclassifications and reorganization within Central Transportation.

• Requests for known 2022 out of state travel
• Grievance: Central Transportation fill-in driver call in procedure
• Reclassification of Operations Supervisor and Assessment Technician
• Stipend for additional certifications - Inspection
• Reorganization at Central Transportation

The Personnel Committee denied a grievance filed by Pat Draper regarding Central Transportation fill-in driver call-in procedures, with a 4-1 vote. The committee also approved reclassifications for Operations Supervisor, Assessment Technician, and a stipend for additional certifications in Inspection, as well as a reorganization at Central Transportation. All other items were routine, including placing known 2022 out-of-state travel requests on file.

• Denied grievance on Central Transportation fill-in driver call-in procedure (4-1, Dalton dissenting)
• Approved reclassifications for Operations Supervisor, Assessment Technician, and stipend for additional certifications in Inspection (unanimous)
• Approved reorganization at Central Transportation (unanimous)
• Received and placed on file known 2022 out-of-state travel requests (unanimous)

Board of Public Works

The Board will review reports on several 2021 road and pavement projects. The meeting includes a presentation regarding the Business 51 Project and possible action on speed limit ordinance amendments.

• Awarding the 2021 Fall Paving Project to American Asphalt of Wisconsin for up to $236,769.36
• Presentation by AECOM regarding a recommended alternative for the Business 51 Project
• Acceptance of ordinance amendments in Section 9.02 related to speed limits
• Director's report on 2021 road resurfacing and streets improvement projects

The Board of Public Works awarded the 2021 Fall Paving Project to American Asphalt of Wisconsin for up to $236,769.36, with all members voting in favor. The board also accepted ordinance amendments in Section 9.02 regarding speed limits, also unanimously. No other substantive actions were taken; the meeting included informational reports and a presentation on the Business 51 Project.

• Awarded 2021 Fall Paving Project to American Asphalt of Wisconsin, not to exceed $236,769.36 (unanimous)
• Accepted Ordinance Amendments in Section 9.02 relating to speed limits (unanimous)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will review the 2020 Audit Report and discuss future budget planning. The committee will also consider property revaluations and sidewalk repair funding methods.

• Presentation of the 2020 Audit Report by Baker Tilly
• Bid award for demolition of 325 Division St. to Kyle Kluck Trucking and Excavating
• Discussion on citywide property revaluation
• Modifying funding for sidewalk repairs and projects
• Approval of claims paid

The Finance Committee approved changing how sidewalk repairs and continuation projects are funded, after a motion to keep the status quo failed. They also awarded a demolition bid for 325 Division St. and approved claims paid totaling $1,884,703.61. The meeting included presentations on the 2020 audit, budget variations, the 2022 budget outlook, and a citywide property revaluation.

• Approved modified method of funding sidewalk repairs and continuation projects (3-2)
• Awarded demolition bid for 325 Division St. to Kyle Kluck Trucking and Excavating (unanimous)
• Approved claims paid in the amount of $1,884,703.61 (unanimous)

Police and Fire Commission

The Police and Fire Commission meeting includes notice that a quorum of the commission may attend the ribbon cutting ceremony for the new Stevens Point Fire Training Center. This project is in partnership with Mid-State Technical College.

• Ribbon cutting ceremony for the new Stevens Point Fire Training Center

Park Commission

The Board of Park Commissioners will discuss the 2022 Capital Improvement budget. The agenda includes approval requests for events at Iverson Park and Yulga Disc Golf Course, as well as a presentation on the Stevens Point Softball Association partnership history.

• Approval of Central Wisconsin Children's Museum Duck Race and Wonderful Water Bash at Iverson Park
• Approval of Special Olympics Doubles Disc Golf Tournament at Yulga Disc Golf Course
• 2022 Capital Improvement budget discussion
• Presentation on Stevens Point Softball Association partnership history
• Director's report including a pool update

The Board of Park Commissioners approved the 2022 Capital Improvement budget as presented, along with two special events at city parks. The commission also unanimously approved the July 7, 2021 meeting minutes and heard a presentation on the partnership with the Stevens Point Softball Association.

• Approved July 7, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Central Wisconsin Children's Museum Duck Race and Wonderful Water Bash at Iverson Park on August 28, 2021 (unanimous)
• Approved Special Olympics Doubles Disc Golf Tournament at Yulga Disc Golf Course on October 9, 2021 (unanimous)
• Approved 2022 Capital Improvement budget as presented (unanimous)

Police and Fire Commission

The Commission will discuss the 2022 capital budget and a memorandum of understanding with IAFF Local 484 regarding bonus time. The agenda also includes the approval of Kevin Gomez to regular police officer status.

• 2022 capital budget discussion
• Approval of Kevin Gomez to regular police officer status
• Memorandum of Understanding with IAFF Local 484 regarding bonus time
• Collaborative Problem Solving Process - Fire Department
• COVID-19 update/Delta Variant/CDC guidelines

Redevelopment Authority

The Redevelopment Authority will consider awarding bids for asbestos abatement and demolition at 1009 & 1013 Second Street. The meeting includes a presentation of the 2020 Audit Report by Baker Tilly. Members will also discuss property negotiations in closed session.

• Award bid for asbestos abatement at 1009 & 1013 Second Street
• Award bid for demolition of 1009 & 1013 Second Street
• Presentation of 2020 Audit Report by Baker Tilly
• Review proposal for redevelopment of 1700 Strongs Avenue

Joint Review Board

The Joint Review Board will consider the appointment or reaffirmation of its public member and the election of a Chairperson. The meeting also includes discussions regarding board responsibilities and a review of a project plan.

• Appointment or reaffirmation of the public member
• Election or reaffirmation of Chairperson
• Discussion of Joint Review Board responsibilities
• Review and discussion of a project plan

City Plan Commission

The commission will consider amending the Project Plan for Tax Incremental District No. 5 to share surplus increments with other districts. The meeting also includes a site plan review for a drive-in restaurant off Frontage Road and a sign variance request for Sims Avenue.

• Amendment to Project Plan for Tax Incremental District No. 5
• Site plan review for a drive-in restaurant on an unaddressed parcel off Frontage Road
• Sign variance request for 2442 Sims Avenue

Historic Preservation and Design Review Commission

The commission will consider a design review request to reconfigure main entrance locations at 1408 Strongs Avenue. The meeting also includes a deadline extension request for exterior improvements at 1221 Second Street and a discussion regarding the development of historic tours.

• Design review for entrance reconfiguration at 1408 Strongs Avenue
• Deadline extension request for facade grant and exterior improvements at 1221 Second Street
• Discussion regarding the development of historic tours

Police and Fire Commission

The agenda serves as public notice regarding the potential attendance of a commission quorum at an event. A quorum of the Police and Fire Commission may attend the First Recruit Academy Graduation/Swearing in ceremony.

• Attendance at First Recruit Academy Graduation/Swearing in ceremony

Common Council

The Common Council will consider several ordinance amendments regarding parking and debris placement. The agenda also includes requests for conditional use permits for an electrical substation and medical clinic. Additionally, the council will review various committee minutes and special event requests.

• Award Iverson Park restroom replacement contract to Eagle Construction Co. Inc. for $226,000
• Award Pavement Maintenance Project #21-04 to Fahrner Asphalt Sealers, LLC up to $266,455.00
• Conditional use permit for an electrical substation off Arlington Place
• Conditional use permit for storage tanks at 4100 State Highway 66
• Ordinance amendments regarding debris in stormwater systems and on streets

The Stevens Point Common Council unanimously approved the consent agenda, which included minutes, claims, and various commission actions. The council also approved four conditional use permits for an electrical substation, two storage tanks, a medical clinic, and a pet bathing facility. Contracts were awarded for the Iverson Park restroom replacement ($226,000) and Pavement Maintenance Project #21-04 ($266,455). Three ordinance amendments were passed regarding stormwater debris, street/sidewalk debris, and parking.

• Approved consent agenda including minutes, claims, and commission actions.
• Approved conditional use permit for Consolidated Water Power Company electrical substation control house off Arlington Place.
• Approved conditional use permit for Marshfield Clinic to install two above ground storage tanks at 4100 State Highway 66.
• Approved conditional use permit for a medical clinic off Business Park Drive.
• Approved conditional use permit for a pet bathing facility at 5590 Highway 10 East.
• Awarded Iverson Park restroom replacement contract to Eagle Construction Co. Inc. for $226,000.
• Awarded Pavement Maintenance Project #21-04 to Fahrner Asphalt Sealers, LLC for $266,455.
• Approved ordinance amendments to Sections 13.27, 16.13, and 9.05 of the Municipal Code.

Board of Water and Sewerage Commissioners

The meeting includes reviews of water supply, sewage treatment, and construction maintenance reports. The board will also consider approving minutes and department claims.

• Approval of Department Claims
• Water Supply and Distribution Reports
• Sewage Treatment Operations Report
• Construction and Maintenance Report
• Community Area Network Report

The Board approved the May 10, 2021 meeting minutes and the department claims for May and June 2021 as audited. Staff reported on water supply, sewage treatment, construction, and the fiber network. No major policy decisions were made; the meeting was largely informational.

• Approved May 10, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved department claims for May and June 2021 (unanimous)

Airport Commission

This meeting consists of procedural items for the Stevens Point Airport Commission. The commission will review department claims and a report from Jason Draheim.

• Approval of Department Claims
• Report from Jason Draheim

The Stevens Point Airport Commission approved the May 10, 2021 meeting minutes and the department claims for May and June 2021 as audited and read. The commission also heard a report on two strong months at the airport, including interest in starting a flying club and the upcoming Flying Hamburger Social event. The meeting adjourned at 12:27 PM.

• Approved the May 10, 2021 meeting minutes
• Approved department claims for May and June 2021 as audited and read
• Adjourned the meeting at 12:27 PM

Personnel Committee

The Personnel Committee will discuss and potentially take action on a side letter with AFSCME Local 309 - Central Transportation. This item involves a one-time vacation benefit increase.

• Side letter with AFSCME Local 309 regarding a one-time vacation benefit increase

The Personnel Committee voted unanimously to approve a side letter with AFSCME Local 309 (Central Transportation) that provides a one-time vacation benefit increase. The approval is contingent upon the union's acceptance. The meeting was brief and adjourned at 6:02 p.m.

• Approved the side letter with AFSCME Local 309 for a one-time vacation benefit increase, contingent on union approval.

Public Policy and General Government

The committee will discuss and potentially act on business license renewals and temporary permits. This includes liquor licenses for Steve-O's of Stevens Point and taxicab licenses for Northwoods Cab LLC. The meeting also covers requests for street closures for several upcoming summer events.

• Renewal of Class B Beer and Liquor License for Steve-O's of Stevens Point
• Renewal of Taxicab Company License for Northwoods Cab LLC
• Temporary Class B licenses for the Portage County Democratic Party picnic and Wine Walk 2021
• Street closing requests for Rick's Run/Walk/Roll, Wine Walk 2021, and Home Point Family Fun Day

The Public Policy and General Government Committee approved all four license renewals and temporary permits on the agenda, including Steve-O's beer and liquor license, Northwoods Cab's taxicab license, and two picnic licenses for the Portage County Democratic Party and Stevens Point Alliance. It also approved two recurring street-closing events (Rick's Run/Walk/Roll and Wine Walk 2021) and a new event, Home Point Family Fun Day, contingent on obtaining all required permits. All votes were unanimous with no opposition.

• Approved license list: Steve-O's Class B beer/liquor renewal, Northwoods Cab taxicab renewal, Portage County Democratic Party picnic permit, Stevens Point Alliance Wine Walk permit
• Approved street closings for Rick's Run/Walk/Roll on Aug 21 and Wine Walk 2021 on Aug 20
• Approved Home Point Family Fun Day on Aug 24, contingent on obtaining all required permits

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will discuss road reconstruction projects and a future public works facility. Members will also consider ordinance amendments regarding street debris and parking. Additionally, the board may award a pavement maintenance contract to Fahrner Asphalt Sealers, LLC.

• Pavement Maintenance Project #21-04 contract for up to $266,455.00
• Ordinance Amendment for Section 16.13 regarding street debris
• Ordinance Amendment for Section 9.05 regarding parking
• Presentation on a future Public Works Facility
• Update on Business 51 (Division and Church Streets) Reconstruction

The Board of Public Works unanimously approved three items: an ordinance amendment on debris placement, an ordinance amendment on parking, and a $266,455 contract for pavement maintenance. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting also included informational reports and a presentation on a future Public Works facility.

• Approved ordinance amendment on debris placement (unanimous)
• Awarded Pavement Maintenance Project #21-04 to Fahrner Asphalt Sealers, LLC for $266,455 (unanimous)
• Approved ordinance amendment on parking (unanimous)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will discuss budget reallocations for Iverson Park restrooms and funding for a fire department training site. The committee will also consider a study for converting Clark and Main Streets to one-way pairs. Additionally, members may enter closed session to negotiate a development agreement in TIF District 10.

• Budget reallocation for Iverson Park restroom replacement
• Request for additional funding for Fire Department training site
• Claim for damages regarding a vehicle striking a curb
• Funding request for Clark and Main Street one-way conversion study
• Closed session negotiation for a project in TIF District 10

The Finance Committee approved a reallocation of the Parks Department Capital Budget and awarded the Iverson Park Restroom replacement contract to Eagle Construction. It also approved additional funding for the Fire Department Training Site, denied a damage claim by Mitchell Craven, approved funding for a one-way pair conversion study of Clark and Main Streets, and approved claims paid totaling $1,449,801.73. The committee then adjourned into closed session to discuss a development agreement for TIF District 10.

• Approved reallocation of Parks Department Capital Budget and awarded Iverson Park Restroom contract to Eagle Construction.
• Approved additional funding for the Fire Department Training Site.
• Denied the claim for damages by Mitchell Craven.
• Approved funding for a 1-way pair conversion study of Clark St. and Main St. from Water St. to Minnesota Ave.
• Approved claims paid in the amount of $1,449,801.73.
• Adjourned into closed session to negotiate a development agreement for TIF District 10.

Pedestrian and Bicycle Street Safety Commission

The commission will discuss how sidewalks are funded in Stevens Point and review the Bicycle Friendly Business Program. Staff updates include a Walk Friendly Community Application submission and an audit of planned 2022 street reconstructions.

• Discussion on sidewalk funding in Stevens Point
• Discussion on the Bicycle Friendly Business Program
• Update on Walk Friendly Community Application submission
• Update on Walking/Rolling Audit of planned 2022 street reconstructions

Park Commission

The Board of Park Commissioners will consider a contract award to Eagle Construction Co. Inc. for restroom replacements at Iverson Park. The agenda also includes requests for special events at Pfiffner Pioneer Park and Mead Park.

• $226,000 contract award to Eagle Construction Co. Inc. for Iverson Park restroom replacement
• Filth Avenue Festival special event request for Pfiffner Pioneer Park
• 89Q Sticker Stop Fun & Brat Fry special event request for Mead Park
• Reallocation of capital funds for Iverson Park restroom replacement

The Board of Park Commissioners approved the award of the Iverson Park restroom replacement contract to Eagle Construction Co. Inc. for $226,000. They also approved a reallocation of capital funds for the same project, two special event requests, and the June 2, 2021 meeting minutes. The director reported that the Bukolt Park playground and Goerke Park tennis court projects are complete.

• Approved the June 2, 2021 meeting minutes as presented.
• Approved the Filth Avenue Festival special event request for Pfiffner Pioneer Park on September 25, 2021.
• Approved the 89Q Sticker Stop Fun & Brat Fry special event request for Mead Park on July 14 and 20, 2021.
• Approved the reallocation of capital funds for the Iverson Park restroom replacement.
• Awarded the Iverson Park restroom replacement contract to Eagle Construction Co. Inc. in the amount of $226,000.

City Plan Commission

The City Plan Commission will consider several land use requests, including conditional use permits for an electrical substation and a medical clinic. The agenda also includes a request to extend E M Copps Drive and site plan reviews for a pet bathing facility.

• Conditional use permit for an electrical substation control house off Arlington Place
• Amendment to extend E M Copps Drive to the east
• Conditional use permit for two above ground storage tanks at 4100 State Highway 66
• Conditional use permit for a medical clinic off Business Park Drive
• Site plan review for a pet bathing facility at 5590 Highway 10 East

Redevelopment Authority

The Redevelopment Authority will discuss updates on property bids for 1700 Strongs Avenue and 1009 & 1013 Second Street. The board will also review financial reports from December 2020 through May 2021. A closed session is scheduled to negotiate a possible land sale in Tax Increment District #10.

• Update on Request for Proposals for 1700 Strongs Avenue
• Update on Request for Bids for 1009 & 1013 Second Street
• Brownfields Assessment Grant Program update
• Negotiation of land sale and development incentive in Tax Increment District #10
• Approval of financial reports from December 2020 through May 2021

Common Council

The Common Council will review zoning amendments regarding accessory dwelling and commercial units. The agenda also includes a 39-lot subdivision review at 5498 Golla Road and a permit request for Stevens Point Brewery. Additionally, the council will discuss housing assistance plans and the creation of a Housing Taskforce.

• Zoning amendment for accessory dwelling and commercial units
• 39-lot subdivision plat review at 5498 Golla Road
• Conditional use permit for outdoor beer sampling at 2617 Water Street
• Sign variance request for 3100 Whiting Avenue
• Creation of a Housing Taskforce

The Common Council voted 7-3 to reject a zoning amendment that would have allowed accessory dwelling and commercial units citywide, after residents raised concerns about parking, stormwater, and short-term rentals. The council then voted unanimously to direct staff to continue working on the ordinance and bring it back later. The council also approved a conditional use permit for the Stevens Point Brewery to build an outdoor beer sampling area at 2617 Water Street.

• Rejected the zoning amendment to allow accessory dwelling and commercial units (Chapter 23.01(14)) by a 7-3 vote.
• Directed staff to continue working on the accessory dwelling/commercial unit ordinance and bring it back when appropriate.
• Approved a conditional use permit for Stevens Point Brewery to construct an outdoor beer sampling area at 2617 Water Street.
• Approved a final subdivision plat for a 39-lot subdivision at 5498 Golla Road in the Town of Hull, with the mayor casting the tie-breaking vote.
• Approved a sign variance for a freestanding sign at 3100 Whiting Avenue.
• Approved the residential anti-displacement and relocation assistance plan for the Grove Apartment Project at 1300 Maria Drive.
• Approved an ordinance amendment to Chapter 9.05 relating to parking.
• Approved the creation of a Housing Taskforce.

Historic Preservation and Design Review Commission

The commission will review the report from the May 12, 2021 meeting. Members will also hold a discussion regarding amendments to local historic district boundaries.

• Report of the May 12, 2021 meeting
• Discussion on amending local historic district boundaries

Transit Commission

The Transit Commission meeting consists of routine procedural items. The commission will review the minutes from the May 10, 2021 meeting and consider the May 2021 Financial/Claims report.

• Approval of May 10, 2021 minutes
• Approval of May 2021 Financial/Claims report

The Transportation Commission approved the May 10, 2021 meeting minutes and the May 2021 financial/claims report, both unanimously. The next meeting was scheduled for July 12, 2021. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved May 10, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved May 2021 financial/claims report (unanimous)

Personnel Committee

The committee will discuss a request regarding employment overlap within the Streets Division. Members will also receive information regarding reorganization and position reclassification at Central Transportation.

• Employment overlap request for the Streets Division
• Notice of reclassification for Central Transportation Operations Supervisor
• Reorganization at Central Transportation

The Personnel Committee approved a request for employment overlap for the Welder/Fabricator/Mechanic position in the Streets Division. The motion was made by Ald. Polly Dalton, seconded by Ald. Mykeerah Zarazua, and passed unanimously. Two informational items were discussed but required no action: a reclassification request for a Central Transportation Operations Supervisor position and a reorganization at Central Transportation.

• Approved employment overlap for the Welder/Fabricator/Mechanic position in the Streets Division (motion carried, all ayes).
• Noted reclassification request for Central Transportation Operations Supervisor as informational only, no action taken.
• Noted reorganization at Central Transportation as informational only, no action taken.

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will review updates on road reconstruction and resurfacing projects. The board may also act to accept a sidewalk list for the 2022 Curb, Gutter and Sidewalk Project. Additionally, members will consider an amendment to Section 9.05 regarding parking.

• Acceptance of the 2022 Curb, Gutter and Sidewalk Project sidewalk list
• Ordinance Amendment in Section 9.05 regarding parking
• Business 51 (Division and Church Streets) Reconstruction update
• 2021 Road Resurfacing Project update
• 2021 Streets Improvement Project update

Finance Committee

The committee will discuss expected funding from the American Rescue Plan Act and its allowable uses. Members will also consider a proposal to amend the project plan for Tax Increment District #5. The agenda includes an update on the state budget process.

• Proposal to amend TID #5 to share excess increment with TIDs 10, 11, 12, and 13
• Discussion of American Rescue Plan Act funding and allowable uses
• Request for proposals (RFP) for community signage consulting services
• Designation of the official newspaper
• Approval of claims paid

The Finance Committee approved four action items unanimously. It designated the Portage County Gazette as the official newspaper, authorized issuing a request for proposals for community signage consulting, approved a proposal from Ehlers to amend Tax Increment District (TID) #5 for excess increment sharing to TIDs 10-13, and approved claims paid totaling $6,959,325.62. The committee also discussed expected American Rescue Plan Act funding and the state budget process, but took no action on those items.

• Approved Portage County Gazette as the official newspaper (motion by Shorr, second by Dalton, unanimous).
• Approved issuing an RFP for consulting services for updated community signage (motion by Shorr, second by Dalton, unanimous).
• Approved Ehlers' proposal to amend TID #5 project plan for excess increment sharing to TIDs 10, 11, 12, and 13 (motion by Morrow, second by Shorr, unanimous).
• Approved claims paid in the amount of $6,959,325.62 (motion by Dalton, second by Morrow, unanimous).

Public Policy and General Government

The Public Policy and General Government Committee is reviewing business license applications and requests for street closures. The agenda also includes consideration of establishing a housing taskforce.

• New taxicab company licenses for Sentry Services LLC and Spit Firer Transport
• Beer and wine license applications for Mama Mai's Noodle Café and The Violet Basil
• Street closure requests for Riverfront Rendezvous and the Fourth of July Parade
• Consideration of creating a Housing Taskforce

The Public Policy and General Government Committee approved the creation of a housing taskforce. It also unanimously approved all license applications, including Class B beer/Class C wine licenses for Mama Mai's Noodle Café and The Violet Basil, commercial animal establishment licenses for The Barking Lot and Country Paws Bed & Biscuit, a junk dealer/recycler license for Express Recycling, taxicab company licenses for Sentry Services LLC and Spit Firer Transport, taxicab driver licenses, and temporary picnic licenses for St. Peter Parish, Jam'n July LLC, and CREATE Portage County. The committee also approved street closure requests for Riverfront Rendezvous, Discover Downtown, the Fourth of July Parade, and the Team Schierl/UWSP Pink Game Promotion.

• Approved creation of a housing taskforce
• Approved Class B Beer/Class C Wine licenses for Mama Mai's Noodle Café and The Violet Basil
• Approved Commercial Animal Establishment licenses for The Barking Lot and Country Paws Bed & Biscuit
• Approved Junk Dealer/Recycler license for Express Recycling
• Approved Taxicab Company licenses for Sentry Services LLC and Spit Firer Transport
• Approved Taxicab Driver licenses
• Approved Temporary Class B/Class B picnic licenses for St. Peter Parish, Jam'n July LLC, and CREATE Portage County
• Approved street closure requests for Riverfront Rendezvous, Discover Downtown, Fourth of July Parade, and Team Schierl/UWSP Pink Game Promotion

Police and Fire Commission

The commission is considering a motion to enter a closed session regarding employee performance evaluations and special personnel problems. This includes discussions related to communications about Fire Department operations. The commission will not reconvene in an open session after the closed session.

• Motion for closed session regarding public employee performance evaluations
• Discussion of special personnel problems and Fire Department operations

City Plan Commission

The City Plan Commission will hold public hearings on several land use requests, including a 39-lot subdivision in the Town of Hull. The commission will also consider a permit for an outdoor beer sampling area and zoning amendments regarding accessory units.

• Conditional use permit for outdoor beer sampling at 2617 Water Street
• Final subdivision plat review for 39 lots at 5498 Golla Road
• Zoning ordinance amendment for accessory dwelling and commercial units
• Electric easement request for 2442 Sims Avenue
• Sign variance request for 3100 Whiting Avenue

Board of Review

The Board of Review will conduct its annual meeting to elect officers and review the 2021 Assessment Roll. The board will also hear objections to property assessments and consider various requests for procedural waivers.

• Election of Chairperson and Vice Chairperson
• Review of the 2021 Assessment Roll and Assessor's Report
• Hearings on objections to property assessments
• Requests for notice and hearing waivers

The Stevens Point Board of Review met on June 4, 2021, and handled procedural matters, including electing officers and reviewing the 2021 assessment roll. The board denied a phone hearing request from Mr. Zeznanski, who cited COVID-19 testing, and also denied his appeal for not calling within the allotted time. No property assessment objections were filed, and the board adjourned sine die.

• Elected Garry Curless as Chairperson (unanimous)
• Elected Wayne Ganser as Vice-Chairperson (unanimous)
• Denied phone hearing request for Mr. Zeznanski (3-1)
• Denied appeal for Mr. Zeznanski for not calling within allotted time (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting sine die (unanimous)

Pedestrian and Bicycle Street Safety Commission

The Bicycle & Pedestrian Street Safety Commission will hold elections for Chairperson and Vice Chairperson. The commission will also discuss scheduling for 2021 bicycle and pedestrian counts and a walking/rolling audit for planned 2022 street reconstructions.

• Election of Chairperson
• Election of Vice Chairperson
• Scheduling for 2022 street reconstruction walking/rolling audit
• Scheduling for 2021 bicycle and pedestrian counts
• Discussion on potential education initiatives

Park Commission

The Stevens Point Park Commission will review concept designs for the Koziczkowski sand area and Bukolt Park beach. The board is also considering event approvals, lighting grant endorsements, and new park equipment installations.

• Approval of Swamp Monster Adult Flashlight Egg Hunt in Iverson Park
• Endorsement of a grant application for Riverfront Trail lighting upgrades
• Approval of concrete bench installs in Bukolt Park
• Rental and concession contract with Northward Peddle and Paddle for Goerke Park
• Review of Koziczkowski sand area and Bukolt Park beach concept designs

The Board of Park Commissioners approved several items, including a Swamp Monster Adult Flashlight Egg Hunt, a grant application for Riverfront Trail lighting upgrades, concrete bench installations, a rental contract for winter sports, and a sand area concept. They also discussed but did not vote on the Bukolt Park beach concept design.

• Approved May 5, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Swamp Monster Adult Flashlight Egg Hunt in Iverson Park on Aug 31, 2021 (unanimous)
• Endorsed grant application for Riverfront Trail lighting upgrade to historic design (unanimous)
• Approved concrete bench installs in Bukolt Park by Prime Water Anglers (unanimous)
• Approved rental and concession contract with Northward Peddle and Paddle for Parker Building (unanimous)
• Approved Koziczkowski Park sand area concept as presented (unanimous)
• Discussed Bukolt Park beach concept designs; no vote taken

Police and Fire Commission

The Police and Fire Commission will discuss a Memorandum of Understanding with Local 484 regarding the 2021 recruitment hiring process. The agenda also includes COVID-19 updates for both departments and recognition awards for three Fire Department employees.

• Fire Department employee performance recognition awards for Ben Schultz, Matt Zander, and Jason Karpinski
• Memorandum of Understanding with Local 484 regarding 2021 recruitment hiring process
• Presentation by Fire Marshal on fire prevention
• COVID-19 update for Police and Fire Departments

Police and Fire Commission

The Police and Fire Commission will meet via Zoom to conduct a roll call and move into a closed session. This session involves reviewing employee performance evaluations and discussing personnel problems, including fire union communications. The commission will not reconvene in open session.

• Closed session for public employee performance evaluations
• Discussion of personnel problems and fire union communications

Administrative Appeals Committee

The Administrative Appeals Board will elect a Chair and Vice-Chair. The board will also review an appeal regarding a notice/service charge for a property maintenance violation at 400 Washington Avenue.

• Election of Chair
• Election of Vice-Chair
• Appeal of property maintenance violation at 400 Washington Avenue

The Administrative Appeals Board elected Ald. Jennings as Chair and Ald. Fishler as Vice-Chair, approved prior minutes, and denied an appeal of a notice/service charge for a property maintenance violation at 400 Washington Avenue. No further meetings were scheduled as no appeals were pending.

• Elected Ald. Jennings as Chairperson (unanimous)
• Elected Ald. Fishler as Vice-Chair (3-0)
• Approved minutes of February 24, 2021 meeting (unanimous)
• Denied appeal of notice/service charge for property maintenance violation at 400 Washington Avenue (unanimous)

Common Council

The Stevens Point Common Council will consider several resolutions regarding land use, including rezoning and building permits for 209 Division Street. The agenda also includes ordinance amendments related to parking and a presentation on smart infrastructure. Additionally, the council will review various committee reports and grant applications.

• Rezoning 209 Division Street from 'B-4' Commercial to 'PD' Planned Development
• Conditional use permit for a mixed-use apartment building at 209 Division Street
• Ordinance amendments regarding city parking
• Alternative Analysis for the Plover River Crossing Trail TAP Grant eligibility
• Conditional use permit for a vehicle dealership at 3707 Stanley Street

The Common Council approved a rezoning of 209 Division Street from B-4 Commercial to PD Planned Development and a conditional use permit to construct a mixed-use apartment building at that location. The council also approved conditional use permits for a vehicle repair center renovation at 201 Green Avenue North and a vehicle dealership at 3707 Stanley Street. Several other resolutions and ordinance amendments were approved, including a grant application for a COVID-19 special project grant and a parking ordinance amendment.

• Approved rezoning 209 Division Street from B-4 Commercial to PD Planned Development (11-0)
• Approved conditional use permit for mixed-use apartment building at 209 Division Street (11-0)
• Approved conditional use permit for vehicle repair center renovations at 201 Green Avenue North (11-0)
• Approved conditional use permit for vehicle dealership at 3707 Stanley Street (11-0)
• Approved preliminary subdivision plat for 39-lot subdivision at 5498 Golla Road (10-1)
• Approved ordinance amendment related to parking (11-0)
• Approved application for Community Development Block Grant - Corona Virus Special Project Grant for 1300 Maria Drive (11-0)
• Approved proceeding with alternative analysis for Plover River Crossing Trail TAP Grant eligibility (10-1)

Historic Preservation and Design Review Commission

The commission will elect a Chairperson and Vice Chairperson for the upcoming term. The agenda includes design reviews for several mural installations and structural changes at various addresses. Additionally, members will discuss amending local historic district boundaries.

• $2,423.03 façade improvement grant for 904 Main Street
• Demolition and design review at 1809 Clark Street
• Design reviews for murals at 945 Clark Street, 836 Main Street, and 1000/1008 Main Street
• Election of Chairperson and Vice Chairperson
• Discussion on amending local historic district boundaries

Board of Water and Sewerage Commissioners

The Board of Water and Sewerage Commissioners will consider proposed amendments to the Wellhead Protection Ordinance. The meeting also includes several departmental reports regarding water supply, sewage treatment, and maintenance.

• Wellhead Protection Ordinance amendments
• Water Supply and Distribution Reports
• Sewage Treatment Operations Report
• Construction and Maintenance Report
• Community Area Network Report

The Board approved the April 2021 meeting minutes and department claims. A proposal to amend the Wellhead Protection Ordinance, including adding Zone C, was discussed but tabled until next month for further review. Staff reported on lead service replacement, wastewater treatment performance, and construction projects.

• Approved April 12, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved April 2021 department claims (unanimous)
• Tabled Wellhead Protection Ordinance amendments until next month

Airport Commission

The Airport Commission will discuss a proposal regarding maintenance activities at the current maintenance hangar. The meeting also includes an update on the Airport Fence Project and routine approvals.

• Proposal for maintenance activities at the current maintenance hangar
• Update on Airport Fence Project

The Stevens Point Airport Commission approved up to $47,319 for maintenance at the airport maintenance hangar, continuing a project started in 2020. The commission also approved the April 2021 meeting minutes and department claims. Updates were provided on the airport fence project and runway rehab, but no other decisions were made.

• Approved $47,319 for maintenance hangar work (unanimous)
• Approved April 12, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved April 2021 department claims (unanimous)

Transit Commission

The Transportation Commission will meet to nominate and appoint a Chair and Vice-Chair. The agenda also includes Transit Mutual Insurance awards and the recognition of Transportation Superintendent Susan Lemke's retirement.

• Nomination and appointment of Chair and Vice-Chair
• Transit Mutual Insurance awards
• Recognition of Transportation Superintendent Susan Lemke's retirement
• Approval of April 2021 financial/claims report

The Transportation Commission approved the April 12, 2021 minutes and the April 2021 financial/claims report, both unanimously. Nichole Lysne was re-elected as Chair and Karalyn Peterson as Vice-Chair, both unanimously. The commission recognized Central Transportation for safety awards and acknowledged Superintendent Susan Lemke's retirement effective June 2, 2021.

• Approved April 12, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved April 2021 financial/claims report (unanimous)
• Re-elected Nichole Lysne as Chair (unanimous)
• Re-elected Karalyn Peterson as Vice-Chair (unanimous)

Public Policy and General Government

The committee will discuss requests for temporary liquor licenses and street closures for several upcoming community events. Members will also consider amendments to city ordinances regarding cash deposits and appeal notices.

• Ordinance amendment to adjust forfeiture amounts in Chapter 24.27
• Ordinance amendment regarding notice of appeal in Chapter 3.56(6)(b)1
• Street closing requests for the Levitt Amp Concert Series, PRIDE, and Paddle Quest
• Temporary Class "B" liquor licenses for various summer festivals

The Public Policy and General Government Committee unanimously approved the 2021-2022 list of beer and liquor applicants, along with several temporary picnic licenses for CREATE Portage County events. The committee also approved multiple event and street closing requests, including the Levitt Amp Concert Series, Stevens Point PRIDE, and the Wonderful Water Half Marathon, some with requirements for contractual officers. Two ordinance amendments were approved: one adjusting cash deposit forfeiture amounts (Chapter 24.27) and another regarding notice of appeal (Chapter 3.56(6)(b)1).

• Approved 2021-2022 beer and liquor license list (unanimous)
• Approved extension of licensed premise for Stevens Point Brewery/Ciderboys Cider Co. (unanimous)
• Approved temporary picnic licenses for CREATE Portage County events: Levitt Amp, PRIDE, Paddle Quest, Pineries Food Festival, Trivia Unplugged (unanimous)
• Approved Levitt Amp Concert Series event/street closing (unanimous)
• Approved Stevens Point PRIDE event with requirement to hire two contractual officers (unanimous)
• Approved Paddle Quest event/street closing (unanimous)
• Approved Wonderful Water Half Marathon with contractual and auxiliary officers required (unanimous)
• Approved ordinance amendments to Chapter 24.27 and Chapter 3.56(6)(b)1 (unanimous)

Finance Committee

The committee will consider several grant resolutions for properties on Maria Drive and Madison Street. Members will also discuss design funding for the Plover River Crossing Project and approve paid claims.

• CDBG Coronavirus Special Project Grant for 1300 Maria Drive
• Community Development Investment Grant for RA Cook & JI Altenburg Cooperative (2041 Madison Street)
• Grant Transfer Agreement with RA Cook & JI Altenburg Cooperative
• Remaining design funding for the Plover River Crossing Project
• Approval of claims paid

The Finance Committee approved a resolution authorizing the application for a Community Development Block Grant – Corona Virus Special Project Grant for the property at 1300 Maria Drive. It also approved a resolution and a grant transfer agreement for a Community Development Investment Grant on behalf of RA Cook & JI Altenburg Cooperative at 2041 Madison Street, with Ald. Dalton abstaining on both. The committee authorized remaining design funding for the Plover River Crossing Project and approved claims paid totaling $1,488,558.67.

• Approved resolution authorizing CDBG-CV grant application for 1300 Maria Drive (unanimous)
• Approved resolution authorizing CDI grant application for RA Cook & JI Altenburg Cooperative at 2041 Madison Street (4-0, Dalton abstained)
• Approved grant transfer agreement with RA Cook & JI Altenburg Cooperative for possible CDI grant at 2041 Madison Street (4-0, Dalton abstained)
• Authorized remaining design funding for Plover River Crossing Project (4-1, Slowinski nay)
• Approved claims paid in amount of $1,488,558.67 (unanimous)

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will review reports on alley and street improvement projects. The board will also consider parking ordinance amendments and a trail analysis for grant eligibility.

• Ordinance amendments related to parking
• Alternative Analysis for Plover River Crossing Trail TAP Grant eligibility
• 2020 Alley Improvement Project report
• 2021 Streets Improvement Project report

Park Commission

The Board of Park Commissioners approved five special event requests, including The Great Glacial Washout, Paddlequest, The Pineries Food Fest, and Wonderful Water Half Marathon, all unanimously. The board also elected Liz McDonald as Chair and Wayne Sorensen as Vice-Chair, and approved the April 7, 2021 meeting minutes.

• Approved April 7, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved The Great Glacial Washout special event at Yulga Disc Golf Course on June 26, 2021 (unanimous)
• Approved Paddlequest special event at Bukolt Park on August 13-15, 2021 (unanimous)
• Approved The Pineries Food Fest at Pfiffner Pioneer Park on August 28, 2021, without use of lawn area adjacent to Pfiffner building (unanimous)
• Approved Wonderful Water Half Marathon at Pfiffner Pioneer Park on October 2, 2021 (unanimous)
• Elected Liz McDonald as Chair (unanimous)
• Elected Wayne Sorensen as Vice-Chair (unanimous)

Police and Fire Commission

The commission will meet to elect its president, secretary, and liaisons. The agenda also includes COVID-19 updates for the police and fire departments and the approval of a fire department eligibility list.

• Election of commission president, secretary, and appointment of liaisons
• COVID-19 update for Fire and Police Departments
• Approval of Fire Department eligibility list
• Police Chief's Report

Board of Public Works

This special meeting is for the selection of a Chairperson and a Vice-Chairperson for the Board of Public Works. The agenda contains only these two procedural items.

• Selection of a Chairperson
• Selection of a Vice-Chairperson

The Board of Public Works held a special meeting and unanimously elected Mayor Wiza as Chairperson and Ald. Slowinski as Vice-Chairperson. No other substantive business was conducted; the meeting adjourned after the elections.

• Elected Mayor Wiza as Chairperson (unanimous)
• Elected Ald. Slowinski as Vice-Chairperson (unanimous)

City Plan Commission

The City Plan Commission will consider several public hearings regarding land use and development. This includes rezoning and permit requests for a mixed-use apartment building at 209 Division Street and a subdivision review in the Town of Hull.

• Rezoning 209 Division Street from B-4 Commercial to Planned Development
• Mixed-use apartment building permits at 209 Division Street
• Preliminary 39-lot subdivision plat review at 5498 Golla Road
• Vehicle dealership conditional use permit at 3707 Stanley Street
• Ordinance discussion regarding accessory dwelling and commercial units

Common Council

The Council will hold a public hearing regarding Community Development Block Grant funds for the redevelopment of 1300 Maria Drive. The agenda also includes a conditional use permit request for an outdoor visitation area at 825 Whiting Avenue and mayoral appointments.

• Public hearing on CDBG Coronavirus Program Funds for 1300 Maria Drive
• Conditional use permit request for an outdoor visitation area at 825 Whiting Avenue
• Reappointment of Mary Kneebone to the Police and Fire Commission
• Appointment of Ginger Keymer to the Municipal Court Oversight Committee

The Common Council held a public hearing on a Community Development Block Grant – Coronavirus Program application for repurposing 1300 Maria Drive; no public comments were made. The council approved a conditional use permit for the Portage County Health Care Center to construct an outdoor visitation area at 825 Whiting Avenue. Mayoral appointments to the Police and Fire Commission and Municipal Court Oversight Committee were also approved.

• Approved conditional use permit for outdoor visitation area at 825 Whiting Avenue (10-0)
• Approved mayoral appointments: Ald. Kneebone to Police and Fire Commission, Ald. Keymer to Municipal Court Oversight Committee (unanimous)
• Held public hearing on CDBG-CV application for 1300 Maria Drive; no public comments

Police and Fire Commission

The Police and Fire Commission will meet via Zoom on April 30, 2021. The agenda includes a motion to enter closed session for employee performance evaluations and personnel problems related to Fire Department operations. The commission will not reconvene in open session after the closed session.

• Motion for closed session regarding public employee performance evaluations
• Discussion of personnel problems involving Fire Department operations

Police and Fire Commission

The commission will meet via Zoom to conduct roll call and consider moving into a closed session. This session is intended for discussing employee performance evaluations and specific personnel problems. The commission will not reconvene in open session after the closed session.

• Motion to enter closed session for performance evaluations and personnel issues
• Discussion regarding communications to Commission regarding Fire Department operations

Pedestrian and Bicycle Street Safety Commission

The Commission will discuss winter maintenance recommendations for the Riverfront Section of the Green Circle Trail. The meeting also includes discussions on mini roundabouts and recruiting businesses to apply as Bicycle Friendly Businesses. Staff updates will cover Business 51 reconstruction and planned street reconstructions for 2022.

• Winter maintenance recommendation for Riverfront Section of the Green Circle Trail
• Discussion on mini roundabouts
• Potential projects for People for Bikes Community Grant application
• Business 51 reconstruction update
• 2022 planned street reconstructions

Common Council

The Common Council is holding a reorganization meeting. The agenda includes mayoral appointments to various boards, commissions, and committees. The council will also nominate and elect a Council President.

• Mayoral appointments to various Boards and Commissions
• Mayoral appointments of Council members to Standing Committees
• Nomination and election of Council President

The Common Council approved the mayor's appointments to various boards and commissions, and to standing committees, with one dissenting vote on the board appointments. Ald. Johnson was elected Council President unanimously, and committee chairs and vice-chairs were accepted as selected.

• Approved mayoral appointments to boards and commissions (10-1, Jennings nay)
• Approved mayoral appointments to standing committees (unanimous)
• Elected Ald. Johnson as Council President (unanimous)
• Accepted committee chair and vice-chair selections (unanimous)

Public Policy and General Government

This special meeting is limited to procedural administrative actions. The committee will discuss and potentially vote on electing a Committee Chair and a Vice-Chair.

• Election of Committee Chair
• Election of Vice-Chair

The Public Policy and General Government Committee elected its officers. Ald. Leek was elected Chair with 3 votes to Ald. Jennings' 2, and Ald. Jennings was elected Vice-Chair unanimously. The meeting then adjourned.

• Elected Ald. Leek as Committee Chair (3-2)
• Elected Ald. Jennings as Vice-Chair (unanimous)

Personnel Committee

This special meeting of the Stevens Point Personnel Committee is focused on organizational elections. The committee will discuss and take possible action to elect a Chair and a Vice-Chair.

• Election of Committee Chair
• Election of Vice-Chair

The Stevens Point Personnel Committee held a special meeting via Zoom and elected new officers. Ald. Shorr was unanimously elected Chairperson, and Ald. Zarazua was unanimously elected Vice-Chair. No other substantive decisions were made, and the meeting adjourned after the elections.

• Elected Ald. Shorr as Chairperson (unanimous)
• Elected Ald. Zarazua as Vice-Chair (unanimous)

Finance Committee

This meeting consists of procedural items for the Special Finance Committee. The committee will discuss and possibly take action on electing a Chair and a Vice-Chair.

• Election of Committee Chair
• Election of Vice-Chair

The Stevens Point Finance Committee held a special meeting and elected Ald. Johnson as Chairperson and Ald. Slowinski as Vice-Chair. Both elections were unanimous with no opposing votes. The meeting adjourned shortly after, with no other substantive decisions made.

• Elected Ald. Johnson as Finance Committee Chairperson (unanimous)
• Elected Ald. Slowinski as Finance Committee Vice-Chair (unanimous)

Common Council

The Common Council will consider several infrastructure projects, including major street and road resurfacing contracts. The agenda also includes requests for conditional use permits regarding meat packing and airport access roads. Additionally, the council will review ordinance amendments related to parking and ATV/UTV routes.

• $7,175,149.71 contract for Street Improvements Project #21-01
• $1,495,288.89 contract for Road Resurfacing Project #21-02
• Conditional use permit for meat packing at Lineage Logistics, LLC
• $40,500 contract for Donald Copps Municipal Pool waterslide rehabilitation
• Ordinance amendments regarding parking and overnight parking

The Common Council approved the 2021 Street Improvements Project #21-01 to Gerke Excavating, Inc. for up to $7,175,149.71 and the 2021 Road Resurfacing Project #21-02 to Merrill Gravel & Construction Company for up to $1,495,288.89. The council also approved several conditional use permits, development agreements, and ordinance amendments, including a new ATV/UTV route ordinance that failed to pass.

• Approved 2021 Street Improvements Project #21-01 to Gerke Excavating, Inc. up to $7,175,149.71 (11-0)
• Approved 2021 Road Resurfacing Project #21-02 to Merrill Gravel & Construction Company up to $1,495,288.89 (11-0)
• Approved development agreement with Secure Fund, LLC for 209 Division Street (Point Motel) (7-3, 1 abstention)
• Approved acquisition of 325 Division Street (Maytag Laundromat) (9-1, 1 abstention)
• Approved conditional use permit for Lineage Logistics to allow meat packing (11-0)
• Approved conditional use permit to dredge northern portion of McDill Pond (11-0)
• Approved ordinance amendment for overnight parking changes (6-5)
• Failed to create ATV/UTV route ordinance (5-6)

Police and Fire Commission

The Police and Fire Commission will meet to consider a motion to enter a closed session. This session would involve reviewing employee performance evaluations and conferring with legal counsel regarding litigation strategy. The commission does not plan to reconvene in an open session after the closed session.

• Review of public employee performance evaluation data
• Consultation with legal counsel regarding litigation strategy and Fire Department operations

Redevelopment Authority

The Redevelopment Authority is meeting to consider the acquisition of 1700 Strongs Avenue. The board will also discuss issuing a Request for Proposals for the redevelopment or repurposing of this property.

• Acquisition of 1700 Strongs Avenue
• Issuance of a Request for Proposals for the redevelopment and/or repurposing of 1700 Strongs Avenue

Canvassing Board

The Canvassing Board will canvass provisional ballots from the April 6, 2021 Spring Election. The board will also review and canvass results for several city races and aldermanic districts.

• Canvassing of provisional ballots for the April 6, 2021 Spring Election
• Canvassing of City Clerk race
• Canvassing of Comptroller/Treasurer race
• Canvassing of City Attorney race
• Canvassing of Odd Numbered Aldermanic Districts

The Canvassing Board processed one provisional ballot and certified the results of the April 6, 2021 Spring Election for city races. The board reviewed materials, adjusted tallies, and certified the final vote counts for City Clerk, Comptroller/Treasurer, City Attorney, and odd-numbered aldermanic districts.

• Processed one provisional ballot in District 6 after voter showed ID (unanimous)
• Certified city election results: Kari Yenter (City Clerk) 2,443 votes, Corey D. Ladick (Comptroller/Treasurer) 2,426 votes, Andrew Beveridge (City Attorney) 2,325 votes
• Certified aldermanic results: Tori Jennings (D1) 204, Ginger Keymer (D3) 126, Meleesa Johnson (D5) 257, Mary Kneebone (D7) 201, Polly Dalton (D9) 201, Shaun Morrow (D11) 100

Board of Water and Sewerage Commissioners

The Board of Water and Sewerage Commissioners will discuss awarding a contract for the 2021 Street Improvements Project. The meeting also includes departmental reports on water supply, sewage treatment, and maintenance.

• Awarding 2021 Street Improvements Project #21-01 to Gerke Excavating, Inc. in an amount not to exceed $7,175,149.71
• Discussion on credit card processing fees
• Water Supply and Distribution Report
• Sewage Treatment Operations Report
• Construction and Maintenance Report

The Board approved the 2021 Street Improvements Project #21-01, awarding the contract to Gerke Excavating, Inc. for $7,175,149.71, including a 15% contingency. The city's share is $4,340,000. The Board also approved the March 2021 meeting minutes and department claims. Credit card fee options were discussed but no decision was made.

• Approved minutes of March 8, 2021 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved department claims for March 2021 as audited (unanimous)
• Awarded 2021 Street Improvements Project #21-01 to Gerke Excavating, Inc. for $7,175,149.71 including 15% contingency (unanimous)

Airport Commission

The meeting agenda consists of routine procedural and administrative items. The commission will consider approving previous minutes and department claims, and receive a report from Jason Draheim.

• Approval of March 8, 2021 minutes
• Approval of department claims
• Report from Jason Draheim

The Airport Commission held a brief meeting, approving the March 8, 2021 meeting minutes and the department claims for March 2021, both unanimously. Staff reported that two federal projects are underway and that a meeting with the Izaak Walton League about the fence project had occurred. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved March 8, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved March 2021 department claims as audited (unanimous)

Transit Commission

This meeting consists primarily of routine administrative items, including the approval of March 2021 minutes and financial reports. The commission will also receive an update on Earth Week promotions from the CT Mobility Manager.

• Approval of March 8, 2021, minutes
• Approval of March 2021 financial/claims report
• Update on Earth Week promotion from the CT Mobility Manager

The Transportation Commission approved the March 8, 2021 meeting minutes and the March 2021 financial/claims report, both unanimously. No substantive policy decisions were made; the meeting included updates on the Earth Day promotion and a new dispatcher hire.

• Approved March 8, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved March 2021 financial/claims report (unanimous)

Personnel Committee

The committee will discuss a tentative agreement with AFSCME AFL-CIO Local 309 for the 2021–2023 period. Members will also receive an update regarding a reclassification request for a plumbing inspector.

• Tentative agreement with Central Transportation Employees Local 309, AFSCME AFL-CIO
• Update on reclassification request for Community Development – Plumbing Inspector

The Personnel Committee voted unanimously to recommend ratification of the 2021-2023 tentative agreement with Central Transportation Employees Local 309, AFSCME AFL-CIO. The motion was made by Alder Leek and seconded by Alder Nebel, with all present members voting in favor. An update on a reclassification request for a Community Development Plumbing Inspector was informational only, with no action taken. The meeting adjourned at 6:09 p.m.

• Recommended ratification of the 2021-2023 tentative agreement with Central Transportation Employees Local 309, AFSCME AFL-CIO (motion carried, all ayes)
• Took no action on the reclassification request for Community Development - Plumbing Inspector (informational item only)
• Adjourned the meeting at 6:09 p.m.

Public Policy and General Government

The Public Policy and General Government committee will discuss license extensions, event street closures, and a beekeeper permit. The agenda also includes a proposal for "No Mow May" and an amendment to rewrite the Chapter 30 Building Code.

• License extensions for Ruby Colorful Coffees and Stevens Point Brewery/Ciderboys Cider Co.
• Street closing requests for a track meet, block party, UWSP commencement, and Arts Walk
• Change of agent for Schierl Sales Corporation at Store #51
• Beekeeper permit for CW Swiecki
• Ordinance amendment to rewrite the Chapter 30 Building Code

Finance Committee

The committee will discuss an amended development agreement with D-J Rice Development, LLC and potential fee changes for bulk item pickup. Members will also review a resolution regarding state shared revenue funding. The meeting includes a closed session to negotiate property purchases and projects in TIF District 11.

• Amended development agreement with D-J Rice Development, LLC
• Adjustment of the fee for bulk item pickup
• Resolution supporting increased funding for the State Shared Revenue Program
• Closed session negotiations regarding property and projects in TIF District 11

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works is considering contract awards for street improvements and road resurfacing projects. The agenda includes reports on intersection improvements and the Plover River Crossing Trail. Additionally, the board will review ordinance changes regarding parking and ATVs/UTVs.

• Street Improvements Project #21-01 award to Gerke Excavating, Inc. up to $7,175,149.71
• Road Resurfacing Project #21-02 award to Merrill Gravel & Construction Company up to $1,495,288.89
• Ordinance amendments regarding parking and overnight parking
• New ordinance creation for ATVs/UTVs in Chapter 9
• Report on Stanley Street and North Point Drive intersection improvements

Historic Preservation and Design Review Commission

The commission will review design requests for property changes on Main Street and Union Street. This includes a request for a $2,423.03 facade improvement grant at 904 Main Street. The meeting also includes discussion regarding nominations to the State and National Register of Historic Places.

• Design review: rear wall replacement at 1028 Main Street
• Design review: awning replacement at 904 Main Street
• $2,423.03 facade improvement grant for 904 Main Street
• Design review: building addition at 1043 Union Street
• Discussion on State and National Register of Historic Places nominations

Park Commission

The Park Commission will consider a contract for waterslide rehabilitation at Donald Copps Municipal Pool. The meeting includes presentations regarding safety protocols for the Riverfront Rendezvous and the municipal pool. The Director's Report will also cover updates on Bukolt Park docks and the Plover River Crossing Project.

• Awarding $40,500 to Fischer Bros. LLC for Donald Copps Municipal Pool waterslide rehabilitation
• Approval of SPASH School Band Concert at Pfiffner Pioneer Park
• Safety protocol presentations for 2021 Riverfront Rendezvous and Donald Copps Municipal Pool
• Updates on Bukolt Park boat docks, Plover River Crossing, and pickleball concepts

The Board of Park Commissioners approved the March 3, 2021 meeting minutes and a special event permit for the SPASH School Band Concert in Pfiffner Pioneer Park on May 26, 2021. The board awarded project #21-06 to Fischer Bros. LLC in the not-to-exceed amount of $40,500 for the Donald Copps Municipal Pool Waterslide Rehabilitation. Presentations on safety protocols for the 2021 Riverfront Rendezvous and the 2021 Donald Copps Municipal Pool were given, with no action taken. The meeting adjourned at 7:10 PM.

• Approved March 3, 2021 meeting minutes (all ayes).
• Approved SPASH School Band Concert special event in Pfiffner Pioneer Park on May 26, 2021 (all ayes).
• Awarded project #21-06 to Fischer Bros. LLC for $40,500 for the Donald Copps Municipal Pool Waterslide Rehabilitation (all ayes).
• Adjourned meeting at 7:10 PM (all ayes).

Police and Fire Commission

The commission will discuss the 2020 Fire Department Annual Report and provide COVID-19 updates for both departments. Members will also consider approving Officers Wierzba and Zingler to regular police officer status.

• 2020 Fire Department Annual Report presentation
• COVID-19 update for Fire and Police Departments
• Approval of Officers Wierzba and Zingler to regular police officer status
• Update on first scheduled K9 recertification training

City Plan Commission

The City Plan Commission will consider several land use requests, including a meat packing permit for 5700 E M Copps Drive. The agenda also includes proposals for restroom construction at Iverson Park and improvements to the Municipal Airport.

• Meat packing permit request for 5700 E M Copps Drive
• Restroom facility construction at Iverson Park (4201 Main Street)
• Extension of E M Copps Drive by 100 feet
• Dredging the northern portion of McDill Pond
• 39-lot subdivision review for 5498 Golla Road

Police and Fire Commission

The Police and Fire Commission will announce its decision concerning charges filed against Firefighter/Paramedic Casey Bielen. The remainder of the agenda contains only procedural items.

• Announcement of Commission decision regarding charges filed against Firefighter/Paramedic Casey Bielen

The Police and Fire Commission voted 4-0 to uphold a disciplinary charge against Firefighter/Paramedic Casey Bielen, implementing a four-day suspension without pay and a 'Last Chance Letter' for conduct on January 26, 2020. In a separate 4-0 vote, the Commission removed Bielen from the Stevens Point Fire Department effective immediately for violating Department Rules and Regulations and Standard Operating Procedures. The meeting adjourned at 10:37 a.m.

• Upheld the Statement of Charges against Casey Bielen, including issuing a 'Last Chance Letter' for conduct on January 26, 2020
• Implemented a four-day suspension without pay for Bielen and ordered the disciplinary notice placed in his personnel file
• Removed Casey Bielen from the Stevens Point Fire Department effective immediately for violation of Department Rules and Regulations and Standard Operating Procedures
• Voted 4-0 in favor of the order in each of the two matters
• Adjourned the meeting at 10:37 a.m.

Police and Fire Commission

The commission will consider a motion to enter a closed session. This session is for deliberating evidence regarding potential disciplinary action against a member of the Fire Department. The meeting will not reconvene in open session.

• Potential disciplinary action against a member of the Fire Department

The Stevens Point Police and Fire Commission met on March 25, 2021, and voted unanimously to enter closed session to deliberate on evidence from a quasi-judicial hearing regarding potential disciplinary action against a fire department member. The commission adjourned from closed session without reconvening into open session, so no public decisions were made.

• Adjourned into closed session to deliberate on firefighter discipline (unanimous)

Police and Fire Commission

The Police and Fire Commission will meet via Zoom on March 22, 2021. The commission will consider a motion to enter closed session to deliberate evidence related to potential disciplinary action against a member of the Fire Department.

• Motion for closed session regarding potential Fire Department discipline

The Police and Fire Commission met and voted unanimously to adjourn into closed session to deliberate on evidence from a quasi-judicial hearing regarding potential disciplinary action against a Fire Department member. The meeting did not reconvene into open session, and no other decisions were made.

• Approved motion to adjourn into closed session (unanimous) to deliberate on disciplinary evidence against a Fire Department member
• Adjourned from closed session without reconvening into open session

Police and Fire Commission

The Police and Fire Commission will meet via Zoom to deliberate on evidence regarding potential disciplinary action against a member of the Fire Department. The commission intends to adjourn from the closed session without reconvening in an open session.

• Closed session deliberation regarding potential disciplinary action against a Fire Department member

The Stevens Point Police and Fire Commission met on March 18, 2021, and voted unanimously to enter closed session to deliberate on evidence from a quasi-judicial hearing regarding potential disciplinary action against a fire department member. The commission adjourned from closed session without reconvening into open session. No substantive decisions were made in open session.

• Approved motion to adjourn into closed session (unanimous)

Police and Fire Commission

The Police and Fire Commission will meet on March 15, 2021. The agenda includes a closed session to deliberate evidence regarding potential disciplinary action against a member of the Fire Department.

• Potential disciplinary action against a member of the Fire Department

The Police and Fire Commission voted unanimously to enter closed session to deliberate on evidence from a quasi-judicial hearing regarding potential disciplinary action against a fire department member. The meeting adjourned without reconvening into open session, so no public decisions were made.

• Approved motion to enter closed session (4-0)

Common Council

The Common Council will consider several infrastructure contracts and land use requests. Items include a utility roofing project award and various rezoning applications. The meeting also includes reviews of committee reports and ordinance amendments.

• Awarding the Utility Roofing Project to Pioneer Roofing for up to $416,066.55
• Rezoning 3707 Stanley Street from Single Family Residential to Commercial
• Conditional use permit request for a fire department training site at 3100 Whiting Avenue
• Awarding the Bituminous Patching Project to American Asphalt for up to $99,730.76
• Conditional use permit request for a bus garage addition at 1900 Polk Street

The Common Council approved a consent agenda covering multiple commission actions, including a police officer contract, several construction projects, and a rezoning request. The council also approved a conditional use permit for a fire department training site and a bus garage addition, and amended the zoning ordinance for fencing guidelines. A one-time funding request for the Stevens Point Alliance was denied.

• Approved consent agenda with Finance Committee item 2 pulled (11-0)
• Approved 2021-2023 tentative agreement with Stevens Point Police Officer's Organization (11-0)
• Approved rezoning of 3707 Stanley Street from R-2 to B-4 Commercial (11-0)
• Approved conditional use permit for fire training site at 3100 Whiting Avenue (11-0)
• Approved conditional use permit for bus garage addition at 1900 Polk Street (11-0)
• Awarded Bituminous Patching Project to American Asphalt, not to exceed $99,730.76 (11-0)
• Awarded Utility Roofing Project to Pioneer Roofing, not to exceed $416,066.55 (11-0)
• Denied one-time funding for Stevens Point Alliance (7-4, failed)

Police and Fire Commission

The Commission will conduct a hearing regarding disciplinary charges filed against Firefighter/Paramedic Casey Bielen. The body may also enter a closed session to deliberate on the hearing and consult with legal counsel.

• Disciplinary hearing for Firefighter/Paramedic Casey Bielen

The Police and Fire Commission met via Zoom on March 12, 2021, to continue a disciplinary hearing that had been recessed the prior day. No decisions, approvals, or findings were made during this session. The commission voted unanimously to adjourn the hearing at 2:56 p.m.

• Adjourned the disciplinary hearing: motion carried unanimously (all ayes, no nays).

Police and Fire Commission

The Police and Fire Commission will conduct a hearing regarding disciplinary charges filed against Firefighter/Paramedic Casey Bielen. The commission may also enter a closed session to deliberate on the hearing or confer with legal counsel.

• Hearing regarding disciplinary charges against Firefighter/Paramedic Casey Bielen
• Possible closed session for deliberation or legal consultation

The Police and Fire Commission held a disciplinary hearing that was recessed from March 3, 2021. The commission voted unanimously to recess again until 9:00 a.m. on Friday, March 12, 2021. No substantive decisions were made during this session.

• Recessed the disciplinary hearing until 9:00 a.m. on March 12, 2021 (motion by Wescott, seconded by Moore; all voted aye)

Police and Fire Commission

The Commission will review COVID-19 updates and the Police Department's 2020 annual report. The agenda also includes discussing new Fire Department hiring standards and reviewing candidates for Police Chief in closed session.

• COVID-19 update for Fire and Police Departments
• Police Department 2020 Annual Report presentation
• Approval of Fire Department eligibility list
• Discussion on new Fire Department hiring standards
• Closed session regarding final candidates for Police Chief

The commission approved the February 2021 bills, the Fire Department eligibility list, and the February minutes. It also accepted the Fire Chief's and Police Chief's reports for February 2021. The commission discussed new Fire Department hiring standards and adjourned into closed session to consider police chief candidates.

• Approved February 2021 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved confirmation of February 2021 bills (unanimous)
• Approved Fire Department eligibility list (unanimous)
• Accepted Fire Chief's Report for February 2021 (unanimous)
• Accepted Police Chief's Report for February 2021 (unanimous)
• Adjourned into closed session to consider police chief candidates (unanimous)

Board of Water and Sewerage Commissioners

The Board of Water and Sewerage Commissioners will consider awarding a contract for the Utility Roofing Project. The board will also discuss real estate needs related to relocating Well 4 and future Well 12. Several departmental reports on water, sewage, and maintenance are also scheduled.

• Award of Utility Roofing Project #21-09 to Pioneer Roofing (not to exceed $416,066.55)
• Discussion on real estate needs for relocating Well 4 and future Well 12
• Water Supply and Distribution Reports
• Sewage Treatment Operations Report

The Board approved the Utility Roofing Project, Project #21-09, awarding it to Pioneer Roofing for an amount not to exceed $416,066.55, which includes a 15% contingency. The project covers two roofs at the wastewater treatment plant and a new roof at Well 11. The Board also approved the February 2021 meeting minutes and department claims, and gave staff approval to seek land acquisition for the future Well 12 site.

• Approved February 8, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved February 2021 department claims as audited (unanimous)
• Awarded Utility Roofing Project #21-09 to Pioneer Roofing, not to exceed $416,066.55 (unanimous)
• Approved staff to seek Plan Commission permission to acquire land for Well 12 (unanimous)

Airport Commission

The agenda consists of procedural items including roll call and approval of minutes. The commission will also consider department claims and receive a report from Jason Draheim.

• Approval of department claims
• Report from Jason Draheim

The Stevens Point Airport Commission met via Zoom and approved the minutes from its February 8, 2021 meeting and the department claims for February 2021, both unanimously. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting was brief and adjourned at 12:33 PM.

• Approved February 8, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved February 2021 department claims as audited (unanimous)

Transit Commission

The Transportation Commission will review the February 2021 minutes and financial reports. The meeting also includes discussion regarding Earth Day promotional ideas for public transportation.

• Procurement of three paratransit buses
• Earth Day public transportation promotional ideas
• Approval of February 2021 financial/claims report

The Transportation Commission approved moving forward with the procurement of three paratransit buses. It also approved free rides for all fixed route bus riders on Earth Day, April 22, 2021, and the use of bus passes as raffle prizes. The February 2021 financial/claims report and the February 8, 2021 meeting minutes were approved unanimously.

• Approved procurement of three paratransit buses (unanimous)
• Approved free rides on Earth Day, April 22, 2021, and bus passes as raffle prizes (unanimous)
• Approved February 2021 financial/claims report (unanimous)
• Approved February 8, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Public Policy and General Government

The committee will consider several license applications, including a temporary alcohol license and a pawnbroker license. It will also review requests for street closures related to upcoming spring events. Additionally, an amendment to the Common Council standing rules is scheduled for discussion.

• Temporary Class "B" License for Wisconsin League of Musky Anglers
• Licensed premise extension for Stevens Point Ice Hawks at 801 Badger Avenue
• Pawnbroker license for Lee Ayers Jewelers at 1044 Main Street
• Street closing requests for Mosey Leppen Classic Tournament and Midwest Modified Car Show
• Ordinance amendment regarding Common Council standing rules

The committee approved three licenses: a temporary Class B picnic license for the Wisconsin League of Musky Anglers, a temporary extension of licensed premises for the Stevens Point Ice Hawks, and a secondhand/pawnbroker license for Lee Ayers Jewelers. It also approved street closures for the Mosey Leppen Classic Tournament and Midwest Modified Car Show. The committee amended and then approved an ordinance change to Chapter 2.21 regarding reconsideration of a question, substituting language from state statute.

• Approved temporary Class B picnic license for Wisconsin League of Musky Anglers.
• Approved temporary extension of licensed premises for Stevens Point Ice Hawks at 801 Badger Avenue.
• Approved secondhand jewelry/secondhand article/pawnbroker license for Lee Ayers Jewelers at 1044 Main Street.
• Approved street closing for Mosey Leppen Classic Tournament (May 27-29) and Midwest Modified Car Show (May 29).
• Amended ordinance proposal for Chapter 2.21, striking specific language and substituting statute language.
• Approved the amended ordinance for Chapter 2.21.

Personnel Committee

The committee will discuss a 2021–2023 tentative agreement with the Stevens Point Police Officers Organization. The agenda also includes an employee promotion request for the Central Transportation Division and a pay plan market survey update.

• 2021–2023 tentative agreement with Stevens Point Police Officers Organization
• Employee promotion request at Central Transportation Division
• Pay plan market survey update
• Review of Administrative Policy 1.18 regarding tobacco and nicotine products

The Personnel Committee approved an internal promotion at Central Transportation, recommended ratification of the 2021-2023 tentative agreement with the Stevens Point Police Officers Organization, approved a pay plan market survey update, and approved Administrative Policy 1.18 on tobacco, nicotine, vapor, and non-tobacco smoking products. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved internal promotion at Central Transportation (Transit) Division per Administrative Policy 2.06.
• Recommended ratification of 2021-2023 tentative agreement with Stevens Point Police Officers Organization.
• Approved conducting a pay plan market survey update.
• Approved Administrative Policy 1.18 on Tobacco, Nicotine, Vapor, and Non-Tobacco Smoking Products.

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works approved several items, including awarding the Bituminous Patching Project to American Asphalt of Wisconsin for up to $99,730.76, and the Curb, Gutter and Sidewalk Project to Fahrner Asphalt Sealers for up to $53,328.95. They also accepted ordinance amendments in Section 9.05 regarding parking, and approved an agreement with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation for winter maintenance of the sidewalk on the US 10 bridge over I-39. The Director's Report was approved and filed. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved the Director's Report and placed it on file.
• Awarded the Bituminous Patching Project to American Asphalt of Wisconsin for up to $99,730.76.
• Awarded the Curb, Gutter and Sidewalk Project to Fahrner Asphalt Sealers for up to $53,328.95.
• Accepted Ordinance Amendments in Section 9.05 as it relates to parking.
• Approved an agreement with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation for winter maintenance of the sidewalk on the US 10 bridge over I-39.

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will consider funding for the acquisition of 1700 Strongs Ave. and a market survey update to the City pay plan. The committee will also review relocation services for Edgewater Manor residents and one-time funding for downtown events.

• Awarding proposal for Edgewater Manor resident relocation services
• Funding for 1700 Strongs Ave. acquisition
• One-time funding for Stevens Point Alliance downtown events
• Market survey update to the City pay plan
• Development agreement negotiation for TIF District 11

Police and Fire Commission

The Police and Fire Commission is continuing a hearing regarding disciplinary charges against Firefighter/Paramedic Casey Bielen. The commission will also consider moving into a closed session to deliberate evidence from the quasi-judicial hearing.

• Continuation of hearing regarding disciplinary charges against Firefighter/Paramedic Casey Bielen
• Closed session deliberation regarding potential disciplinary action against a fire department member

The Stevens Point Police and Fire Commission held a disciplinary hearing on March 3, 2021, which was a continuation of a hearing recessed the previous day. The commission voted unanimously to recess again to a date to be determined within the next few days. No substantive decisions were made during this session.

• Recessed disciplinary hearing to a date to be determined (unanimous)

Historic Preservation and Design Review Commission

The Historic Preservation and Design Review Commission will review a report from its February 3, 2021 meeting. The commission will also discuss and potentially take action on its strategic goals for 2021 through 2026.

• Report of the February 3, 2021 meeting
• Discussion and possible action on 2021-2026 strategic goals

Park Commission

The Board of Park Commissioners will consider a site work contract for Bukolt Park Playground Development. The meeting includes discussions on Emerald Ash Borer biocontrol and a new restroom building at Iverson Park. Updates on the Plover River Crossing Project are also scheduled.

• Contract award to Green Thumb Sprinklers and Landscaping up to $27,082 for Bukolt Park
• Emerald Ash Borer Biocontrol program in Iverson Park
• Exterior design and location of new restroom building in Iverson Park
• Plover River Crossing Project update

The Board of Park Commissioners approved the Emerald Ash Borer Biocontrol program in Iverson Park in partnership with the USDA, following a presentation. They also awarded a site work contract to Green Thumb Sprinklers and Landscaping for $27,082 for the Bukolt Park Playground Development, and approved the exterior design and location of a new restroom building in Iverson Park. The February 3, 2021 meeting minutes were approved, and the meeting adjourned at 7:55 pm.

• Approved February 3, 2021 meeting minutes
• Approved Emerald Ash Borer Biocontrol program in Iverson Park with USDA
• Awarded site work contract to Green Thumb Sprinklers and Landscaping for $27,082 for Bukolt Park Playground Development
• Approved exterior design and location of new restroom building in Iverson Park

Police and Fire Commission

The Police and Fire Commission held a disciplinary hearing on March 2, 2021, which had been recessed from the previous day. The commission voted unanimously to recess the hearing again until 9:00 a.m. on Wednesday, March 3, 2021. No other decisions were made during this session.

• Recessed the disciplinary hearing until 9:00 a.m. on March 3, 2021 (motion by Wescott, seconded by Kirschling; all ayes, no nays)

Police and Fire Commission

The Police and Fire Commission will conduct a hearing regarding disciplinary charges filed against Firefighter/Paramedic Casey Bielen. The Commission may also enter a closed session to deliberate on the hearing and potential disciplinary action.

• Disciplinary hearing for Firefighter/Paramedic Casey Bielen
• Possible closed session regarding potential disciplinary action for a Fire Department member

The Stevens Point Police and Fire Commission held a disciplinary hearing on March 1, 2021, via Zoom. The only action taken was a motion to recess the hearing until 9:00 a.m. on March 2, 2021, which passed unanimously. No substantive decisions were made during this session.

• Recessed disciplinary hearing until March 2, 2021 (4-0)

Deer Management Committee

The Deer Management Committee will review 2020 deer culling operations. The meeting also includes updates on 2021 operations and the 2021 Urban Wildlife Damage Abatement Grant.

• Review of 2020 deer culling operations
• Update on 2021 Urban Wildlife Damage Abatement Grant
• Update on 2021 operations

The Deer Management Committee met via Zoom and approved the November 17, 2021 meeting minutes. They reviewed 2020 deer culling operations, noting 27 deer harvested and about 750 pounds of venison donated to the food pantry. The committee also received an update on the 2021 Urban Wildlife Damage Abatement Grant, which was awarded the maximum $5,000, and discussed plans for 2021 operations including DNR tag requests, goose control, and quotes for deer processing. The meeting adjourned at 7:48 AM.

• Approved the November 17, 2021 meeting minutes (motion by Bialas, second by Okonek; all ayes).
• Adjourned the meeting at 7:48 AM (motion by Hygnstrom, second by Okonek; all ayes).

Administrative Appeals Committee

The Administrative Appeals Board will review appeals regarding notice and service charges for property maintenance violations. These cases involve properties on Jefferson Street, McCulloch Street, Minnesota Avenue, and Washington Avenue. The board will also approve minutes from the November 18, 2020 meeting.

• Appeal of charge at 3300 Jefferson Street
• Appeal of charge at 2100 McCulloch Street
• Appeal of charge at 501 Minnesota Avenue
• Appeal of charge at 400 Washington Avenue

The Administrative Appeals Board unanimously denied all four appeals of notice/service charges for property maintenance violations at 3300 Jefferson Street, 2100 McCulloch Street, 501 Minnesota Avenue, and 400 Washington Avenue. The board also approved the minutes from the November 18, 2020 meeting. No next meeting was scheduled because there were no pending appeals.

• Approved minutes of the November 18, 2020 meeting.
• Denied appeal for 3300 Jefferson Street (quonset hut/tarp issue).
• Denied appeal for 2100 McCulloch Street.
• Denied appeal for 501 Minnesota Avenue.
• Denied appeal for 400 Washington Avenue.
• Did not schedule a next meeting due to no pending appeals.

Canvassing Board

The board will verify whether any provisional ballots exist for the February 16, 2021 Spring Primary. It will also canvass municipal results for the District 9 Alderperson election to correct any errors or irregularities.

• Verification of provisional ballots for the February 16, 2021 Spring Primary
• Canvassing municipal results for District 9 Alderperson

The Canvassing Board verified there were no provisional ballots for the February 16, 2021 Spring Primary. The board canvassed the municipal results for District 9 Alderperson, confirming Polly Dalton and Brian Beaulieu as the two candidates advancing to the April ballot.

• Verified no provisional ballots in any district
• Canvassed District 9 Alderperson results: Polly Dalton 123 votes, Brian Beaulieu 79 votes, Duane Munz 25 votes
• Determined Polly Dalton and Brian Beaulieu advance to April ballot

Redevelopment Authority

The Redevelopment Authority will review financial reports from late 2020 and approve minutes from October 2020. The board will discuss the Multi-Family Rental Conversion Grant Program and development plans for 1700 Strongs Avenue. A closed session is also scheduled to negotiate a development agreement for 1656 Main Street.

• Acceptance of $407,500 mortgage pay-off at 1100 Main Street
• Discussion on Multi-Family Rental Conversion Grant Program
• Discussion on Acquisition & Development Plan for 1700 Strongs Avenue
• Negotiation of development agreement for 1656 Main Street

Police and Fire Commission

The Commission will meet in a closed session to review background information for Police Chief candidates. The meeting also includes consideration of motions regarding disciplinary proceedings.

• Review of Police Chief candidates
• Consideration of motions regarding disciplinary proceedings

The Police and Fire Commission voted unanimously to enter closed session under Wisconsin Statutes to discuss police chief candidate background information and motions in disciplinary proceedings. The meeting did not reconvene into open session, and no substantive public decisions were made.

• Adjourned into closed session for quasi-judicial and employment matters (5-0)

Common Council

The Stevens Point Common Council will review parking ordinance amendments and several commission reports. The agenda includes a contract award for tennis court resurfacing and a proposal for a Public Works Facility study.

• $80,279.20 contract award to Upper Midwest Athletic Construction, Inc. for Goerke Tennis Court Resurfacing
• $22,853.00 proposal from Barrientos Design and Consulting for a Public Works Facility study
• Ordinance amendments regarding parking in Section 9.05
• TIF funding request for soil excavation at the proposed MSTC Advanced Manufacturing Center
• Elimination of the part-time Travel Trainer position within Central Transportation

The Common Council unanimously approved the consent agenda, which included minutes, claims, and various commission actions. It also approved a parking ordinance amendment, a $80,279.20 contract for Goerke Tennis Court resurfacing, and a $22,853.00 proposal for a Public Works facility study. All votes were unanimous with no nays.

• Approved consent agenda including minutes, claims, and commission actions (10-0)
• Approved ordinance amendment in Section 9.05 related to parking (10-0)
• Approved contract award to Upper Midwest Athletic Construction for Goerke Tennis Court resurfacing, not to exceed $80,279.20 (10-0)
• Accepted proposal from Barrientos Design and Consulting for Public Works facility study, $22,853.00 (10-0)

Pedestrian and Bicycle Street Safety Commission

The Bicycle and Pedestrian Street Safety Commission is meeting to discuss its strategic goals for the period of 2021 through 2026. The agenda also includes a report from the January 14, 2021, meeting.

• Report of the January 14, 2021, meeting
• Discussion and possible action on 2021-2026 strategic goals

The Bicycle & Pedestrian Street Safety Commission met via Zoom and approved the minutes from the December 17, 2020 meeting (5-0). The main item was a strategic goal-setting discussion for 2020-2021 and 2022-2025, covering topics like bicycle corrals, education, and complete streets. No formal action was taken on the goals; staff will refine them for approval at a future meeting. Staff updates were provided on snow-clearing education and 2021 street reconstructions.

• Approved December 17, 2020 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Discussed strategic goals for 2020-2021 and 2022-2025; no action taken
• Staff to flesh out goals and present for approval at next meeting
• Noted consensus to move forward on goals

Police and Fire Commission

The Stevens Point Police and Fire Commission will meet on February 10, 2021. The agenda includes a motion to enter a closed session to discuss the employment of public employees and interview candidates for the position of Police Chief. The commission will not reconvene in open session after the closed session.

• Interviewing candidates for the position of Police Chief
• Discussion regarding employment of public employees under Commission jurisdiction

The Police and Fire Commission voted unanimously to adjourn into closed session to discuss and interview candidates for the position of Police Chief. The commission did not reconvene into open session after the closed portion, and no other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved motion to enter closed session for Police Chief candidate interviews (5-0)

Board of Water and Sewerage Commissioners

The meeting includes the approval of minutes and department claims. The board will also hear updates on water supply, sewage treatment, and maintenance operations.

• Approval of Department Claims
• Commission compensation discussion
• Water Supply and Distribution Reports
• Sewage Treatment Operations Report
• Construction and Maintenance Report

The Board approved a compensation increase for Commission members, effective immediately, raising the President's annual pay from $751.68 to $863.44 and members' from $630.00 to $723.67, reflecting a 2% annual increase over 7 years. The board also approved the January 2021 meeting minutes and department claims. No other substantive decisions were made; reports were informational only.

• Approved Commission compensation increase: President $751.68 to $863.44 annually, Members $630.00 to $723.67 annually (unanimous)
• Approved January 11, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved department claims for January 2021 as audited (unanimous)

Airport Commission

The February 8, 2021, meeting consists of standard procedural tasks for the Stevens Point Airport Commission. The agenda includes approval of minutes and department claims, as well as a report from Jason Draheim. No specific projects or new ordinances are listed in this agenda.

• Approval of minutes
• Approval of department claims
• Report from Jason Draheim

The Stevens Point Airport Commission met via Zoom and approved the minutes from the January 11, 2021 meeting and the department claims for January 2021, both unanimously. Staff reported on de-icing work by the storm crew. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved January 11, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved January 2021 department claims as audited (unanimous)

Transit Commission

The Transportation Commission will discuss and potentially take action on the CY2021 'Youth Ride Free' summer program. The meeting also includes routine approvals for January 2021 financial reports and previous meeting minutes.

• CY2021 'Youth Ride Free' summer program discussion
• Approval of January 2021 financial/claims report
• Approval of January 11, 2021 meeting minutes

The Transportation Commission approved the January 11, 2021 meeting minutes, the January 2021 financial/claims report, and the CY2021 'Youth Ride Free' summer program. All motions passed unanimously. The next meeting was scheduled for March 8, 2021 via Zoom.

• Approved January 11, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved January 2021 financial/claims report (unanimous)
• Approved CY2021 Youth Ride Free summer program (unanimous)

Personnel Committee

The Personnel Committee will consider an amendment to Administrative Policy 3.01 regarding standard benefits. The committee will also discuss the elimination of the part-time Travel Trainer position within Central Transportation.

• Amendment to Administrative Policy 3.01 Standard Benefits (Securian/Minnesota Mutual Life Insurance)
• Elimination of the part-time Travel Trainer position — Central Transportation

The Personnel Committee unanimously approved amendments to Administrative Policy 3.01 regarding standard benefits, specifically related to Securian/Minnesota Mutual Life Insurance. The committee also unanimously approved the elimination of the part-time Travel Trainer position in Central Transportation. Both motions passed with all members voting in favor and no opposition.

• Approved amendments to Administrative Policy 3.01 - Standard Benefits (unanimous)
• Approved elimination of part-time Travel Trainer position - Central Transportation (unanimous)

Public Policy and General Government

The committee will discuss whether to form a housing taskforce. The agenda also includes requests for a street closing and a temporary license extension.

• Discussion on forming a housing taskforce
• Temporary license extension for Pete's Sports Bar at 200 Division Street
• Street closing request for Lexi's Love Benefit Car Show

Finance Committee

The committee will review a request for TIF funding for soil excavation at the proposed MSTC Advanced Manufacturing Center. Members will also discuss Fire Department grant authorization and one-time funding for downtown events. Additionally, the committee will consider a response to the EPA regarding Pfiffner Pioneer Park.

• TIF funding request for soil excavation at MSTC Advanced Manufacturing Center
• Authorization for Fire Department SCBA equipment grant application
• Approval of response to EPA regarding Pfiffner Pioneer Park contamination
• Evaluation of one-time funding for Stevens Point Alliance downtown events
• Closed session negotiation for a development agreement in TIF District 10

The Finance Committee unanimously approved several items, including authorizing the Fire Department to apply for a federal grant for SCBA equipment, affirming to the EPA that the city did not cause contamination at Pfiffner Pioneer Park, approving TIF funding for contaminated soil work at the proposed MSTC Advanced Manufacturing Center, and approving claims paid totaling $13,821,382.87. A request for one-time funding for the Stevens Point Alliance to promote downtown events was discussed but no action was taken. A closed session on a development agreement in TIF District 10 was pulled and did not occur.

• Authorized Fire Department to apply for Assistance to Firefighters Grant for SCBA replacement (unanimous)
• Approved response to EPA affirming city did not cause contamination at Pfiffner Pioneer Park (unanimous)
• Approved TIF funding for contaminated soil excavation/disposal at proposed MSTC Advanced Manufacturing Center (unanimous)
• Approved claims paid in amount of $13,821,382.87 (unanimous)
• Discussed but took no action on one-time funding for Stevens Point Alliance downtown events

Historic Preservation and Design Review Commission

The Historic Preservation/Design Review Commission will review the January 6, 2021 meeting report. The agenda also includes a discussion regarding the commission's collective goals and a staff update.

• Review of Jan 6, 2021 meeting report
• Discussion on collective commission goals
• Staff update

Park Commission

The Park Commission will consider a contract for tennis court resurfacing and several special event requests. The meeting also includes reviews of recycling display proposals for the Riverfront and updates on playground and restroom projects.

• $80,279.20 contract award for Goerke Tennis Court Resurfacing
• SPASH National Honor Society Food Drive Skate at Goerke Park
• Temporary recycling displays along the Riverfront
• Updates on Bukolt Playground and Iverson Restroom projects

The Board of Park Commissioners approved a contract for Goerke Tennis Court Resurfacing, removed the 50-person capacity limit for special events, and approved a temporary recycling display. The SPASH food drive skate event was pulled from the agenda. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved $80,279.20 contract to Upper Midwest Athletic Construction for Goerke Tennis Court Resurfacing (all ayes)
• Approved one temporary recycling display along the riverfront for June-August 2021 (all ayes)
• Removed 50-person capacity limit for special events and rentals, replacing with CDC guidelines and mask requirements (all ayes)
• Approved January 6, 2021 meeting minutes (all ayes)

Police and Fire Commission

The Commission will discuss COVID-19 updates and benefit extensions for police and fire personnel. Members will also select interview dates for Police Chief candidates and review 2020 operating budgets.

• Memorandum of Understanding with Midstate Technical College
• COVID-19 benefit extensions for IAFF Local 484 and Stevens Point Police Officers Organization
• Selection of interview dates for Police Chief finalists
• Update on 2020 operating budgets

The Police and Fire Commission unanimously approved a 10-year Memorandum of Understanding with Mid-State Technical College to establish a regional fire and emergency services training center at 3100 Whiting Avenue. The Commission also approved two separate MOUs extending COVID-19 benefits for fire and police personnel, and accepted the January 2021 police and fire chief reports. The meeting concluded with a unanimous vote to enter closed session for personnel matters.

• Approved 10-year MOU with Mid-State Technical College for fire training center (unanimous)
• Approved MOU with IAFF Local 484 extending COVID-19 benefits (unanimous)
• Approved MOU with Stevens Point Police Officers Organization extending COVID-19 benefits (unanimous)
• Approved January 2021 bills (unanimous)
• Approved January 5 and January 12, 2021 minutes (unanimous)
• Accepted Police Chief's Report for January 2021 (unanimous)
• Accepted Fire Chief's Report for January 2021 (unanimous)
• Voted to adjourn into closed session for personnel matters (unanimous)

Pedestrian and Bicycle Street Safety Commission

The Bicycle & Pedestrian Street Safety Commission will review the December 17, 2020 meeting report and engage in strategic goal setting. Staff will also provide updates on 2021 street reconstructions and educational efforts regarding snow clearing along sidewalks and curb cuts.

• Strategic goal setting for the Commission
• Update on 2021 street reconstructions
• Staff update on sidewalk and curb cut snow clearing education

Police and Fire Commission

The Stevens Point Police and Fire Commission is meeting to discuss authorizing the hire of two police officers. The commission will also consider establishing a six-month eligibility list for the Police Department. A closed session is scheduled to interview candidates for the position of Police Chief.

• Authorization to hire two police officers
• Establishment of a six-month eligibility list at the Police Department
• Closed session to interview candidates for Police Chief

The Commission voted unanimously to extend conditional job offers to Cole O'Neil and Josh Mc Louth, pending successful completion of hiring protocols and testing. It also approved establishing a six-month eligibility list for the Police Department. The meeting then adjourned into closed session to discuss the Police Chief position and did not reconvene publicly.

• Extended conditional offer to Cole O'Neil (unanimous)
• Extended conditional offer to Josh Mc Louth (unanimous)
• Approved six-month eligibility list (unanimous)
• Adjourned into closed session for Police Chief discussion (unanimous)

Board of Water and Sewerage Commissioners

The Board of Water and Sewerage Commissioners will discuss the 2021 Capital Operations & Maintenance Plan. The meeting also includes reports on water supply, sewage treatment, and construction activities.

• 2021 Capital Operations & Maintenance Plan
• Water Supply and Distribution Reports
• Sewage Treatment Operations Report
• Construction and Maintenance Report
• Community Area Network Report

Airport Commission

The Airport Commission will discuss an update regarding the Airport Fence Project. The agenda also includes a report from Jason Draheim and the approval of department claims.

• Airport Fence Project update and possible action
• Written/Verbal Report from Jason Draheim
• Approval of Department Claims

The Commission approved the December 14, 2020 minutes and December department claims. It discussed the Airport Fence Project, allowing staff discretion to adjust fence placement from 30 feet up to approximately 45 feet from the right-of-way to accommodate discrepancies on E. Maria Drive. The Commission requested a schematic of the fence location and will receive updates as engineering progresses. No formal action was taken on the fence placement.

• Approved December 14, 2020 meeting minutes (all ayes)
• Approved December department claims as audited (all ayes)
• Allowed staff discretion to adjust fence placement up to ~45 feet from right-of-way on E. Maria Drive
• Requested a schematic of proposed fence location
• Adjourned meeting at 12:45 PM (all ayes)

Transit Commission

The Transportation Commission will consider the December 14, 2020 minutes and the December 2020 financial/claims report. The agenda also includes discussion regarding CY2021 - 5310 Federal grant awards.

• Approval of December 14, 2020 minutes
• Approval of December 2020 financial/claims report
• CY2021 - 5310 Federal grant awards

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will consider approving ordinance amendments to Section 9.05 regarding parking. The meeting also includes an informational report on the Business 51 reconstruction for Division and Church Streets.

• Ordinance Amendments to Section 9.05 regarding parking
• Business 51 Reconstruction (Division and Church Streets) report

Public Policy and General Government

The Public Policy and General Government Committee is reviewing several license applications. These include temporary picnic licenses for February events and a pawnbroker license for 3296 Church Street Suite F. The committee will also consider a street closing request for a May 10K walk/run event.

• Temporary Class "B" Picnic License: Pacelli Catholic Schools (Feb 6, 2021)
• Temporary Class "B" Picnic License: Bill Cook Chapter IWLA (Feb 6, 2021)
• Secondhand Jewelry/Pawnbroker License: E-Ways Sales & Pawn at 3296 Church Street Suite F
• Street closing request for May Day 10K walk/run on May 1, 2021

Personnel Committee

The Personnel Committee will consider amending Administrative Policy 2.07 regarding temporary assignments. The committee will also discuss a request to hire a limited term employee to assist with the Edgewater transition.

• Amendment to Administrative Policy 2.07 — Temporary Assignment
• Request to hire a limited term employee to assist with Edgewater transition
• Update on Reclassification Request for Central Transportation position — Mobility Coordinator
• Notice of Employee Seeking Public Office

The Personnel Committee approved an amendment to Administrative Policy 2.07 regarding temporary assignments, and approved hiring a limited term employee (LTE) or contracting with an outside agency to assist with the Edgewater transition. The committee also placed on file a notice of an employee seeking public office. A reclassification request for the Central Transportation position was discussed for information only.

• Placed on file notice of employee seeking public office (unanimous)
• Approved amendment to Administrative Policy 2.07 – Temporary Assignment (unanimous)
• Approved hiring an LTE or contracting with outside agency for Edgewater transition (unanimous)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will consider a grant program framework and social worker funding for Edgewater Manor residents. The committee also plans to enter a closed session regarding a development agreement in TIF District 10.

• Grant program framework for Edgewater Manor
• Social worker funding for Edgewater Manor
• Development agreement negotiation in TIF District 10
• Approval of claims paid

The Finance Committee approved a relocation program for Edgewater Manor residents, including up to $2,000 per resident for moving costs and support for those moving outside the county for up to 5 years or until they receive a voucher. It also approved funding for a social worker to assist residents with the program. The committee accepted claims paid totaling $2,677,430.82 and adjourned into closed session to discuss a development agreement in TIF District 10.

• Approved up to $2,000 per resident for moving costs (unanimous)
• Approved relocation support for moves outside county for 5 years or until voucher (unanimous)
• Approved funding for a social worker to assist Edgewater Manor residents (unanimous)
• Accepted claims paid of $2,677,430.82 (unanimous)
• Adjourned into closed session at 7:10 p.m. (4-1, Dalton opposed)

Common Council

The Common Council is considering a resolution to direct a Spring Primary Election for the Office of Alderperson in District 9. This follows the presence of three or more qualified candidates for the position.

• Resolution directing a Spring Primary Election for the Office of Alderperson in District 9

Historic Preservation and Design Review Commission

The Commission will discuss its roles, responsibilities, and 2021 strategic goals. The agenda also includes a request to demolish an existing deck and construct a new patio at 1009 First Street.

• Demolition of a deck and construction of a new patio at 1009 First Street
• Introduction of Ginger Keymer as Commissioner
• Discussion of 2021 strategic goals
• Review of Commission roles and responsibilities

Park Commission

The Board of Park Commissioners will discuss the modified opening of Goerke Community Stadium for organized athletics. The board is also considering a hydrologic study for Iverson Park restroom replacement and a partnership for erosion control along the Wisconsin River.

• Modified opening of Goerke Community Stadium for organized activities
• Hydrologic study award to AECOM for Iverson Park restroom replacement up to $19,500
• Partnership with Central Wisconsin Wild Ones for erosion control along the Wisconsin River
• Approval of 2021 Tree Care Quote
• Plover River Crossing Project update

Police and Fire Commission

The Police and Fire Commission will receive updates on COVID-19 for both departments and the Fire Department training officer position. The agenda also includes reports from the Police and Fire Chiefs and a motion to enter closed session regarding personnel matters.

• COVID-19 updates for Fire and Police Departments
• Update on Fire Department training officer position
• Presentation by Fire Department Training Officer
• Reports from the Police and Fire Chiefs
• Closed session regarding Police Chief candidates and Fire Department staffing