Stevens Point public meetings in 2022

Housing Taskforce

The Housing Taskforce will work to recap and finalize two goals regarding diversifying city housing stock and increasing home ownership through social equity. The meeting also includes a discussion on the definition of family.

• Finalizing Goal 2: Diversify and Expand the City’s Housing Stock for All Residents
• Finalizing Goal 3: Increase Home Ownership Through Social Equity
• Discussion on update to Definition of Family

Common Council

The Common Council will discuss the creation of a Downtown Business Improvement District and its 2023 operating plan. The agenda also includes ordinance amendments for ATV/UTV routes on city roads and several zoning and annexation requests. Additionally, the council will review contracts for park repairs and traffic impact analysis.

• Creation of a Downtown Business Improvement District and 2023 operating plan
• Ordinance amendment to create ATV/UTV routes on City roadways
• $195,290 award for Pfiffner Pioneer Park Bandshell Repair
• $39,885 traffic impact analysis proposal from AECOM
• Annexation and rezoning request for 3028 Stanley Street

The Common Council approved the creation of ATV/UTV routes on city roadways, though West River Drive was removed from the plan. Other key actions included approving a Downtown Business Improvement District and a development agreement for a Hilton Home2Suites. The council also authorized several zoning changes and a warming shelter permit.

• Approved ATV/UTV routes on city roadways with a one-year sunset clause and the removal of West River Drive (6-5)
• Approved creation of a Downtown Business Improvement District and 2023 Operating and Implementation Plan
• Approved development agreement for Hilton Home2Suites at 5511 John Joanis Drive (10-1)
• Approved $195,290 contract with Ellis Stone Construction Company Inc. for Pfiffner Pioneer Park Bandshell Repair
• Approved $39,885 proposal from AECOM for 2023 USGA Senior Open Championship traffic impact analysis
• Approved conditional use permit for warming shelter at 1300 Main Street
• Approved annexation and rezoning of 3028 Stanley Street to Single-Family Residential
• Approved zoning ordinance amendment defining 'IDD household entity'

Tourism Commission

The Tourism Commission will review several grant applications for local events and discuss 2022 and 2023 financials. The agenda also includes a request for interim funding for the Stevens Point Area Convention and Visitors Bureau.

• Discover Downtown 2 Day Event application ($5,000)
• IRONBULL Rib Mountain Adventure Challenge application ($4,900)
• LIT application ($3,365)
• Request for interim funding for Stevens Point Area Convention and Visitors Bureau
• Review of 2022 and 2023 Tourism Commission financials

The Tourism Commission approved funding for five event applications and a grant pledge for the Fire Department training site. One event application was denied, and the Commission requested a full application from the Stevens Point Area Convention and Visitors Bureau for 2023 consideration.

• Approved April 28, 2022 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Denied Discover Downtown 2 Day Event $5,000 request (5-0)
• Approved Fall Classic 5 Game Guarantee $2,000 request (4-0)
• Approved IRONBULL Rib Mountain Adventure Challenge $4,900 request with hotel and route requirements (5-0)
• Approved LIT sculpture park event $1,865 request (4-0)
• Approved Modified State Tournaments $1,750 request (4-0)
• Approved Wonderful Water Run expansion $2,000 request with hotel requirement (5-0)
• Approved motion to pay off Fire Department training site grant pledge in full in 2023 (5-0)

Joint Review Board

The Joint Review Board will review Annual PE-300 Reports and the performance of active Tax Incremental Districts (TIDs). The meeting also includes the appointment or reaffirmation of a public member and the election of a Chairperson.

• Approval of August 18, 2021 meeting minutes
• Appointment or reaffirmation of the public member
• Election or reaffirmation of Chairperson
• Review of Annual PE-300 Reports and active TIDs status

Transit Commission

The Transportation Commission will review the November 2022 financial/claims report and minutes. The meeting also includes a public comment period and potential action regarding plans for an additional transit route in 2023.

• Approval of November 14, 2022 minutes
• Approval of November 2022 Financial/Claims report
• Public comment on plans for an additional 2023 route
• Approval of plans for an additional 2023 route

The Transportation Commission approved plans to add a new route in 2023. The commission also approved the November 2022 minutes and financial/claims reports.

• Approved plans for additional route in 2023 (Ayes all; Nays none)
• Approved November 14, 2022 minutes
• Approved November 2022 Financial/Claims report

Public Policy and General Government

The committee will discuss several liquor license renewals and agent changes for local businesses. The agenda also includes a request for a recurring summer event street closing.

• Class "B" Beer License for Northward Adventures LLC at 4201 Main Street
• Class "A" Beer/Liquor License for Kakan Inc. at 5474 US-10
• Agent changes for The Store and Hilltop Pub And Grill
• Secondhand jewelry and pawnbroker licenses for E-Ways Sales & Pawn
• Street closing request for Summer CWSOlstice on June 22, 2023

The committee approved a list of beer, liquor, and pawnbroker licenses. It also approved a request for a street closing for the Summer CWSolstice event on June 22, 2023.

• Approved Class 'B' Beer License for Northward Adventures LLC (unanimous)
• Approved Class 'A' Beer/'Class A' Liquor License for Kakan Inc. (unanimous)
• Approved change of agent for WHRGOPS NW-WI-NWI LLC (unanimous)
• Approved change of agent for Hilltop Pub and Grill Inc (unanimous)
• Approved Secondhand Jewelry/Secondhand Article/Pawnbroker License for E-Ways Sales & Pawn (unanimous)
• Approved street closing for Summer CWSolstice on June 22, 2023 (unanimous)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will consider options for addressing 2024 operating budget challenges and funding requests for the Stevens Point Area Convention and Visitors Bureau. The committee may also review grant applications for the Emerson Park Revitalization Project and a native-planted lawn pilot program.

• Development Agreement for Hilton Home2Suites at 5511 John Joanis Drive
• Grant application for the Emerson Park Revitalization Project
• Funding request for Stevens Point Area Convention and Visitors Bureau
• Write-off of uncollectible personal property taxes
• Application for a native-planted lawn program pilot

The Finance Committee approved a development agreement for a Hilton Home2Suites and authorized several grant applications. The committee also approved over $12 million in claims paid and the write-off of uncollectible taxes. No action was taken regarding 2024 operating budget challenges.

• Approved development agreement for Hilton Home2Suites at 5511 John Joanis Drive (all-0)
• Approved claims paid in the amount of $12,252,657.53 (all-0)
• Approved write-off of uncollectible personal property taxes totaling $1,351.49 (all-0)
• Approved funding request for Stevens Point Area Convention and Visitors Bureau (all-0)
• Approved application for WEDC Vibrant Spaces Grant for Emerson Park Revitalization Project (all-0)
• Approved application for Natural Resource Foundation of Wisconsin Pollinator Protection Fund (all-0)
• Approved transfers between funds (all-0)
• No action taken on 2024 operating budget challenges

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will discuss the design and draft language for a transportation utility fee. The board may also consider an ordinance amendment to establish ATV/UTV routes in Chapter 9, Section 9.19.

• Transportation utility fee design and draft ordinance language
• Ordinance Amendment in Chapter 9, Section 9.19 establishing ATV/UTV routes

The Board approved an ordinance amendment to Chapter 9, Section 9.19 establishing ATV/UTV routes. A proposal to exclude the Hwy 66/Stanley Street route from the map was rejected before the original amendment was passed.

• Rejected amendment to exclude Hwy 66/Stanley Street from ATV/UTV map
• Approved Ordinance Amendment in Chapter 9, Section 9.19 Establishing ATV/UTV Routes

Park Commission

The Board of Park Commissioners will consider awarding a repair contract for the Pfiffner Pioneer Park bandshell. The meeting also includes reviews of the 2023 Fees and Charges Schedule and several park project updates.

• Awarding Pfiffner Pioneer Park Bandshell Repair Project to Ellis Stone Construction Company Inc. (not-to-exceed $195,290)
• Review of 2023 Fees and Charges Schedule
• Update on Emerson Park playground project
• Update on KB Willett and Community Stadium project
• Update on Pfiffner Pioneer Park contaminants

The Board of Park Commissioners awarded a construction contract for bandshell repairs and updated the 2023 fees and charges schedule. The commission also received updates on several park projects and staffing positions.

• Approved November 2, 2022 meeting minutes (9-0)
• Awarded project #22-19 Pfiffner Pioneer Park Bandshell Repair Project to Ellis Stone Construction Company Inc. for a not-to-exceed amount of $195,290 (9-0)
• Approved 2023 Fees and Charges Schedule with specific rental rates: Pfiffner Lodge $275, Bukolt and All Purpose Lodge $250, Boy Scout lodge $225, and Girl Scout lodge $100 (9-0)

Police and Fire Commission

The commission will consider hiring a new Administrative Assistant following Amanda Simons' resignation. Members may also recommend candidates for Firefighter/Paramedic positions from a recent interview process.

• Hiring a new Administrative Assistant after Amanda Simons' resignation
• Recommendation to hire Firefighter/Paramedics from the entry-level interview list
• Use of an ABR Employment Services temporary employee for administrative assistance
• Start date for Academy Class #2205 on December 19, 2022

The Police and Fire Commission approved the permanent filling of an Administrative Assistant position and authorized the hiring of four entry-level firefighters/paramedics. The board also approved the November 2022 reports for the Police and Fire departments.

• Approved request to fill Administrative Assistant position on a permanent basis (All Ayes)
• Approved hiring of four entry-level Firefighters/Paramedics from the new list (All Ayes)
• Approved November 2022 Police Chief's report (All Ayes)
• Accepted November 2022 Fire Chief's report (All Ayes)
• Approved November 1, 2022 meeting minutes (All Ayes)
• Approved confirmation of November 2022 bills (All Ayes)

City Plan Commission

The Plan Commission will consider amendments to the Zoning Code regarding the definition of 'family' and a new 'IDD household entity'. The agenda also includes several requests for conditional use permits and property rezoning.

• Warming shelter permit at 1300 Main Street
• Rezoning 3028 Stanley Street from R-LD to R-2
• New 'IDD household entity' definition for the Zoning Code
• Storage building permit at 2116 Wood Street
• Sign improvements at 5665 U.S. Highway 10 East

Common Council

The council will hold a public hearing and vote on the 2023 City Budget and tax levy. Other items include site plan reviews, property acquisitions, and naming new park features for the Plover River Crossing Project.

• Adoption of the 2023 City Budget and 2022 tax rate levy
• Site Plan Review for a building addition at 5601 U.S. Highway 10 East
• Naming 'Peters Family Park,' 'Henneghan Bridge,' and 'Sentry Boardwalk'
• Conditional use permit for business incubator structures at 5001 Joerns Drive
• 2023-2025 agreement with the Village of Park Ridge for fire service

The Common Council approved the 2023 capital and operating budgets and levied the 2022 tax rate. The council also authorized several naming rights for the Plover River Crossing Project and approved a 39-lot subdivision plat.

• Adopted 2023 Capital and Operating Budget (10-0)
• Approved 2023 fund appropriation and 2022 tax rate levy (10-0)
• Named new park 'Peters Family Park', bridge 'Henneghan Bridge', and boardwalk 'Sentry Boardwalk' (10-0)
• Approved 39-lot subdivision plat at 5498 Golla Road (10-0)
• Approved conditional use permit for business incubator structures at 5001 Joerns Drive (10-0)
• Approved annexation of multiple parcels near 5950 U.S. Highway 10 East (10-0)
• Approved 2023-2025 Fire Service agreement with Village of Park Ridge (10-0)
• Approved agreement with Portage County for ExpressVote system (10-0)

Deer Management Committee

The committee will review minutes from the July 21, 2022 meeting and receive updates on 2022 deer culling activity. Members will also consider approving a 2023 WI DNR Urban Wildlife Grant application.

• Approval of July 21, 2022 meeting minutes
• Updates on 2022 Deer Culling Activity
• Review and approval of 2023 WI DNR Urban Wildlife Grant application

The committee approved the 2023 WI DNR Urban Wildlife Grant application and authorized Dan Kremer to submit the documents. The committee also approved the minutes from the July 21, 2022 meeting.

• Approved July 21, 2022 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Approved 2023 WI DNR Urban Wildlife Grant application and attachments (3-0)

Administrative Appeals Committee

The Administrative Appeals Board will review appeals regarding notice and service charges for property maintenance violations. These appeals involve 517 Union Street and 1520 West Pearl.

• Appeal of service charge for 517 Union Street
• Appeal of service charge for 1520 West Pearl

The Administrative Appeals Board reviewed two appeals regarding notice and service charges for property maintenance violations. One fee was reduced, while the other appeal was denied.

• Approved reduction of fee to $65.62 for 517 Union Street (all ayes)
• Denied appeal for 1520 West Pearl (all ayes)
• Approved minutes of the August 17, 2022 meeting (all ayes)

Historic Preservation and Design Review Commission

The Historic Preservation/Design Review Commission will discuss a proposed ordinance preventing demolition by neglect. The meeting also includes a design review for Great Northern Distilling at 1011 Second Street and updates on mural painting guidelines.

• Design review for paint color at 1011 Second Street
• Discussion of proposed ordinance preventing demolition by neglect
• Discussion of a historic plaque program
• Review of Commission Design Guidelines
• Staff update on mural painting guidelines

Canvassing Board

The Stevens Point Canvassing Board will canvass the results for municipal referenda and provisional ballots from the November 8, 2022, General Election. The board will also correct any errors or irregularities identified during this process.

• Canvassing of municipal referenda results from the November 8, 2022, General Election
• Review of provisional ballots from the November 8, 2022, General Election

Board of Water and Sewerage Commissioners

The Board will review departmental reports regarding water supply, sewage treatment, and construction. The meeting also includes the approval of department claims and minutes.

• Approval of Department Claims
• Water Supply and Distribution Reports
• Sewage Treatment Operations Report
• Construction and Maintenance Report
• Notice of employee seeking elected office

The Board of Water and Sewerage Commissioners approved the October 2022 meeting minutes and department claims. The meeting included operational reports on water pumpage, sewage treatment permit compliance, and fiber infrastructure projects.

• Approved October 10, 2022 meeting minutes (All Ayes)
• Approved October 2022 department claims (All Ayes)

Airport Commission

The Stevens Point Airport Commission meeting consists of procedural items including the approval of minutes and department claims. The commission will also receive a report from Jason Draheim.

• Approval of Department Claims
• Report from Jason Draheim

The commission approved the meeting minutes from October 10, 2022, and the department claims for October 2022. No discussion was held regarding the reports provided by Jason Draheim.

• Approved October 10, 2022 meeting minutes (All Ayes)
• Approved October 2022 department claims (All Ayes)

Transit Commission

The Transportation Commission will discuss applications for 2023 operational grants. The commission will also consider waiving fixed route bus fares in summer 2023 and running special routes during the U.S. Senior Open Championship.

• Applications for 2023 5311/85.20 and 85.21 grants
• Waiving fixed route bus fares from June 26 to July 2, 2023
• Running event routes during the 2023 U.S. Senior Open Championship

The Commission approved applications for two 2023 grants and authorized event routes for the 2023 U.S. Senior Open Championship. It also approved a temporary waiver of fixed route bus fares for a period in 2023.

• Approved October 10, 2022 minutes (All Ayes)
• Approved October 2022 financial/claims report (All Ayes)
• Approved application for 2023 5311/85.20 Operational Grant (All Ayes)
• Approved application for 2023 85.21 Grant (All Ayes)
• Approved waiving fixed route bus fares from June 26 to July 2, 2023 (All Ayes)
• Approved running event routes during the 2023 U.S. Senior Open Championship (All Ayes)

Common Council

The Common Council will conduct interviews for Sixth District Alderperson candidates. Following the interviews, the council will consider appointments and the swearing in of the selected candidate. The Mayor will also appoint the new Alderperson to several city committees.

• Interview, appointment, and swearing in of Sixth District Alderperson candidates
• Mayoral appointments for the Sixth District Alderperson to various city committees

The Common Council interviewed candidates and appointed David Plaisance to the Sixth District Alderperson seat. The Council also approved his appointment to four city committees.

• Appointed David Plaisance as Sixth District Alderperson (5 votes)
• Approved appointment of David Plaisance to Finance Committee, Board of Public Works, Bicycle and Pedestrian Street Safety Committee, and Municipal Court Oversight Committee (9-0)

Public Policy and General Government

The Public Policy and General Government Committee will review liquor license applications for two local businesses. The committee will also discuss Ordinance Amendment 24.03 regarding downtown intoxicant exceptions.

• Class "B" Beer License: Fore INDR GLF at 3296 Church Street
• Class "A" Beer/Liquor License: Imperial Operating WI LLC at 232 West Clark Street
• Ordinance Amendment 24.03 - Downtown Open Intoxicant Exception

The Public Policy and General Government Committee approved two liquor licenses and an amendment to the downtown open intoxicant exception ordinance. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved Class 'B' Beer License for Fore INDR GLF at 3296 Church Street (all ayes)
• Approved Class 'A' Beer/'Class A' Liquor License for Imperial Operating WI LLC at 232 West Clark Street (all ayes)
• Approved Ordinance Amendment 24.03 regarding Downtown Open Intoxicant Exception (all ayes)

Board of Public Works

The Board will review a presentation on alternative funding for the Transportation Utility. The meeting also includes discussion regarding an amendment to Chapter 9.05 parking ordinances and an occupancy license for 1101 First Street.

• Ordinance Amendment in Chapter 9.05 regarding parking
• Occupancy License for 1101 First Street regarding right-of-way encroachment
• Alternative funding presentation for the Transportation Utility

The Board approved amendments to the parking ordinance in Chapter 9.05. Additionally, an occupancy license was granted for a property at 1101 First Street concerning an existing right-of-way encroachment.

• Approved Ordinance Amendments in Chapter 9.05 regarding parking (All Ayes)
• Approved Occupancy License for 1101 First Street regarding existing encroachment into First Street right-of-way (All Ayes)

Finance Committee

The committee will review the 2023 Operating Budget and several property acquisitions. Discussion items include fire service agreements and redevelopment grant contracts. A closed session is scheduled to negotiate development agreements for specific properties.

• Consideration of the 2023 Operating Budget
• 2023-2025 agreement with Park Ridge for fire services
• Acquisition of property at 5595 Regent Street
• Acquisition of portion of 324 Brilowski Road
• Idle Sites Redevelopment Grant Contract with WEDC

The Finance Committee approved the 2023 operating budget and over $3 million in paid claims. The committee also authorized two property acquisitions and several service and grant agreements.

• Approved 2023 operating budget (all ayes)
• Approved modifications to Edgewater Relocation Assistance Program (all ayes)
• Approved 2023-2025 Agreement with Park Ridge for Fire Services (all ayes)
• Approved Idle Sites Redevelopment Grant Contract with Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (all ayes)
• Approved second amendment between City, Redevelopment Authority, and Opera House, LLC (all ayes)
• Approved acquisition of property at 5595 Regent Street (all ayes)
• Approved acquisition of portion of property at 324 Brilowski Road (all ayes)
• Approved claims paid in the amount of $3,066,208.52 (all ayes)

Redevelopment Authority

The Redevelopment Authority will consider requests regarding development agreements at 1017 Third Street and 1124 Main Street. The meeting includes a review of the Housing Modernization Loan Program. The board will also discuss potential developments in closed sessions.

• Partial assignment request for North Side Yard Development at 1017 Third Street
• Second amendment to development agreement for 1124 Main Street
• Review of the Housing Modernization Loan Program
• Update on possible development in Tax Increment Finance District #10
• Negotiation of terms for a development agreement at 1200 Main Street

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will meet to select a temporary chairperson and deliberate in closed session. The board will then return to open session to decide on an administrative appeal from Andrea Olson regarding a home occupation at 410 Franklin Street.

• Selection of a temporary chairperson for the November 9 meeting
• Administrative appeal for a home occupation at 410 Franklin Street

Personnel Committee

The Police and Fire Commission is meeting to discuss potential changes to the 2023 budget. The agenda also includes a motion to enter closed session regarding employee employment status and legal counsel discussions.

• Modification to 2023 budget
• Closed session regarding employee employment status
• Discussion of fire union grievance
• Consultation with legal counsel regarding potential litigation

City Plan Commission

The City Plan Commission will consider a final subdivision plat for a 39-lot development on Golla Road. The meeting also includes requests for business incubator permits, property annexations, and the creation of a Downtown Business Improvement District.

• Final subdivision plat review for a 39-lot development at 5498 Golla Road
• Conditional use permit for business incubator structures at 5001 Joerns Drive
• Creation of a Downtown Business Improvement District and its 2023 plan
• Annexation request for 3028 Stanley Street from the Town of Hull
• Site plan review for a building addition at 5601 U.S. Highway 10 East

Park Commission

The Park Commissioners will consider dedicating parcel #020780801 to a City Park. The agenda includes proposals to name the future boardwalk, a new bridge, and the parcel itself following donations for the Plover River Crossing Project. The Director's Report will also provide updates on 2023 budgets and various park projects.

• Dedicating parcel #020780801 (2.65 acres) to a City Park
• Naming parcel #020780801 in honor of the Peters Family
• Naming the future boardwalk in honor of Sentry Insurance
• Naming the future Plover River bridge 'Hennegan Bridge'
• Updates on 2023 capital and operational budgets

The commission accepted a 2.65-acre parcel as a City Park. It also approved three naming rights for the Plover River Crossing Project in recognition of major donations.

• Approved October 5, 2022 meeting minutes (11-0)
• Accepted parcel #020780801 (2.65 acres) as a City Park (11-0)
• Approved naming parcel #020780801 after the Peters Family (11-0)
• Approved naming the future boardwalk after Sentry Insurance (11-0)
• Approved naming the future bridge spanning the Plover River 'Hennegan Bridge' (11-0)

Police and Fire Commission

The commission will discuss a long-term agreement with the Village of Park Ridge and the creation of a new position within the Bureau. Members will also consider hiring or promoting Battalion Chiefs and accepting donated medical monitors worth approximately $25,000. Additionally, there is a scheduled hearing regarding a grievance filed by IAFF Local 484.

• Long Term Agreement with the Village of Park Ridge
• Creation of a new position within the Bureau
• Hiring or promoting Battalion Chiefs at Step 3 of the Pay Plan
• Acceptance of three Tempus LS Monitors worth approximately $25,000
• Grievance hearing for Stevens Point Firefighters IAFF Local 484

Housing Taskforce

The Housing Taskforce will discuss methods to define and quantify housing insecurity in Stevens Point. The meeting also includes revisiting modifications to the definition of “Family” and discussing goals for tracking program success.

• Defining and quantifying housing insecurity in Stevens Point
• Revisiting modifications to the definition of “Family”
• Expanding Goal #1 to decrease housing insecurity
• Discussing Goal #4 regarding tracking implementation and success of program initiatives

Finance Committee

The Stevens Point Finance Committee will meet to review the proposed 2023 operating budget. The meeting agenda also includes a roll call.

• Review of Proposed 2023 Operating Budget

Historic Preservation and Design Review Commission

The Historic Preservation and Design Review Commission will review the minutes from its September 28, 2022 meeting. The commission will also hold a discussion regarding a draft demolition by neglect ordinance.

• Review of September 28, 2022 meeting minutes
• Discussion on a draft demolition by neglect ordinance

Personnel Committee

The Special Police and Fire Commission is meeting to discuss the 2023 budgets for the Police and Fire Departments. The agenda also includes a closed session for annual evaluations of the Police Chief and Fire Chief.

• Approval of 2023 Police Department budget
• Approval of 2023 Fire Department budget
• Closed session for Police Chief and Fire Chief annual evaluations

Common Council

The Common Council will review the 2023 Capital Budget and the Capital Improvement Plan for 2024-2027. The agenda includes resolutions for several revenue bonds totaling over $15 million to fund water, sewer, and storm water systems. The council will also consider development agreements and salary amendments.

• Approval of 2023 Capital Budget and 2024-2027 Capital Improvement Plan
• Issuance of $9,475,000 in General Obligation Promissory Notes
• Issuance of $3,500,000 in Storm Water System Revenue Bonds
• Conditional use permit for 2964 Church Street renovation
• Ordinance amendment regarding Mayoral Salary for the 2023-2027 term

The Common Council approved multiple bond issuances totaling over $20 million for capital projects, including $9.475M in general obligation notes and bonds for storm water, sewerage, and water systems. Alderperson salaries were frozen at $5,300 for those elected in 2023 and 2024, and the mayoral salary was also frozen for the 2023-2027 term. The council also approved a conditional use permit for a residential conversion at 2964 Church Street, a business incubator feasibility study, and initial funding for a Downtown Business Improvement District.

• Approved $9,475,000 General Obligation Promissory Notes, Series 2022A (unanimous)
• Approved $3,500,000 Storm Water System Revenue Bonds, Series 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved $2,890,000 Sewerage System Revenue Bonds, Series 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved $4,410,000 Water System Revenue Bonds, Series 2022 (unanimous)
• Froze alderperson salaries at $5,300 for 2023 and 2024 elected terms (8-2)
• Froze mayoral salary at current amount for 2023-2027 term (8-2)
• Approved conditional use permit for single-family residence at 2964 Church Street (unanimous)
• Approved initial funding of $77,000 for Downtown Business Improvement District (unanimous)

Board of Water and Sewerage Commissioners

The Board of Water and Sewerage Commissioners will review department claims and meeting minutes. The agenda includes several utility reports regarding water supply, sewage treatment, and construction maintenance. The board will also discuss the purchase of a truck for televising equipment.

• Purchase of truck for televising equipment
• Water Supply and Distribution Reports
• Update on monitoring well data
• Sewage Treatment Operations Report
• Construction and Maintenance Report

The Board of Water and Sewerage Commissioners approved the purchase of a truck and televising equipment for up to $370,000 to replace aging 2008 camera gear. They also approved the September meeting minutes and department claims. The meeting included updates on water supply, monitoring wells, sewage treatment, and construction projects.

• Approved $370,000 for televising equipment including truck/chassis, body, and TV equipment (unanimous)
• Approved September 12, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved department claims for September 2022 as audited (unanimous)

Airport Commission

The Airport Commission will discuss the use of General Fund dollars for runway and taxiway painting. The agenda also includes approval of minutes, department claims, and a report from Jason Draheim.

• Use of General Fund dollars for runway & taxiway painting
• Approval of Department Claims
• Written/Verbal Report - Jason Draheim

The Airport Commission approved using up to $14,000 from the general fund for runway and taxiway painting. The minutes also include routine approval of prior meeting minutes and September department claims. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved $14,000 from general fund for runway and taxiway painting (unanimous)
• Approved September 12, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved department claims for September 2022 (unanimous)

Transit Commission

The Transportation Commission will discuss a proposal for 'Free Ride Fridays' on fixed route buses between Thanksgiving and Christmas. The meeting also includes the approval of August 2022 minutes and financial/claims reports.

• 'Free Ride Fridays' on fixed route buses between Thanksgiving and Christmas
• Approval of August 8, 2022 minutes
• Approval of August & September 2022 financial/claims report

The Stevens Point Transit Commission approved a 'Free Ride Fridays' program on fixed-route buses between Thanksgiving and Christmas. The commission also approved the August 8, 2022 meeting minutes and the August & September 2022 financial/claims report. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved August 8, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved August & September 2022 financial/claims report (unanimous)
• Approved 'Free Ride Fridays' on fixed route buses between Thanksgiving and Christmas (unanimous)

Public Policy and General Government

The Public Policy and General Government Committee is meeting to discuss business licenses and event requests. The agenda includes reviewing a liquor license for Daisy Lounge LLC at 1040 Main Street. Additionally, the committee will consider a street closing request for 'A Haunting on Main Street' on October 28, 2022.

• Liquor license for Daisy Lounge LLC at 1040 Main Street
• Street closing request for 'A Haunting on Main Street' on October 28, 2022

The Public Policy and General Government Committee approved a Reserve Class B Beer/Class B Liquor License for Daisy Lounge LLC at 1040 Main Street, and approved a new event, A Haunting on Main Street, for October 28, 2022. Both items passed unanimously with no concerns from law enforcement.

• Approved Reserve Class B Beer/Class B Liquor License for Daisy Lounge LLC at 1040 Main Street (unanimous)
• Approved A Haunting on Main Street event on October 28, 2022 (unanimous)

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will receive updates on several street and bridge projects during the Director's Report. The meeting also features a presentation by AECOM regarding the Clark Street and Main Street Traffic Study.

• Business 51 (Division and Church Streets) Reconstruction Project
• 2022 Fall Paving Project
• 2022 Street Improvements Project
• West Zinda Bridge Evaluation
• AECOM Clark Street and Main Street Traffic Study presentation

The Board of Public Works met on October 10, 2022, and received a presentation from AECOM summarizing the Clark Street and Main Street Traffic Study. No decisions were made; the only action was to place the Director's Report on file, which was approved unanimously.

• Approved placing Director's Report on file (unanimous)

Personnel Committee

The Personnel Committee will discuss setting salary terms for Alderpersons for 2023 and 2024, as well as the Mayoral salary for the 2023-2027 term. The meeting also includes reviews of administrative leave policies and an update on potential health care benefit changes.

• Setting Alderperson salary terms for 2023 and 2024
• Setting Mayoral salary for the 2023-2027 term
• Amending Administrative Policy 3.02 regarding annual leave vacation
• Making vacation carryover policy changes retroactive to April 1, 2022
• Update on possible health care benefit changes

The committee approved a motion to set the mayoral salary for the 2023-2027 term, amended to specify the position as full-time, with a 4-1 vote (Ald. Dalton opposed). It also approved an amendment to Administrative Policy 3.02 on vacation leave and made a vacation carryover policy change retroactive to April 1, 2022. No action was taken on alderperson salary terms or health care benefit changes.

• Approved mayoral salary for 2023-2027 term as full-time (4-1)
• Approved amendment to Administrative Policy 3.02 Leaves Policies Annual Leave - Vacation Section B (unanimous)
• Approved making vacation carryover policy change retroactive to April 1, 2022 (unanimous, with one abstention)
• No action on setting alderperson salary terms for 2023-2024
• No action on health care benefit changes

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will consider the 2023 Capital Budget and the Capital Improvement Plan for 2024-2027. The agenda also includes discussions regarding development agreements, business incubator contracts, and sidewalk assessments.

• Consideration of 2023 Capital Budget and 2024-2027 Capital Improvement Plan
• Development agreement amendment for RA Cook & JI Altenburg Cooperative
• Contracts for Business Incubator feasibility study and architectural services
• Funding for the proposed Downtown Business Improvement District
• Sidewalk assessments for 2021 Street Improvement Project #21-01

The committee unanimously approved the 2023 Capital Budget and Capital Improvement Plan for 2024-2027. It also approved a development agreement amendment with RA Cook & JI Altenburg Cooperative, a partial assignment for the North Side Yard Development at 1017 Third Street, contracts for a business incubator feasibility study and architectural services, initial funding for a Downtown Business Improvement District, sidewalk assessments for a street improvement project, and $6,875,316.25 in paid claims. The meeting adjourned into closed session to discuss development agreements.

• Approved 2023 Capital Budget and Capital Improvement Plan 2024-2027 (unanimous)
• Approved first amendment of Development Agreement with RA Cook & JI Altenburg Cooperative (unanimous)
• Approved partial assignment of Development Agreement for Phase III of North Side Yard Development at 1017 Third Street (2-1)
• Approved contract with Place Dynamics for Business Incubator Feasibility Study (unanimous)
• Approved contract with Ayres and Associates for architectural services for business incubator (unanimous)
• Approved initial 2023 funding and partial 2024-2027 funding for Downtown Business Improvement District (unanimous)
• Approved sidewalk assessments for 2021 Street Improvement Project #21-01 paid from capital budget (unanimous)
• Approved paid claims totaling $6,875,316.25 (unanimous)

Park Commission

The Board of Park Commissioners will consider agreements for Goerke Park concessions and timber sales at Yulga and West River Parks. The meeting also includes a review of the Donald Copps Municipal Pool season and forestry ordinance updates.

• Agreement with Northward Adventures for Goerke Park winter concessions
• Timber sale agreement with Valley View Forestry, LLC
• Chapter 11 Forestry Ordinance amendment
• Rejection of bid for KB Willett Ice Arena project
• $1.47 million Plover River Crossing Project grant update

The Board of Park Commissioners approved agreements for a winter skate concession in Goerke Park and a timber sale for Yulupa and West River Parks, passed forestry ordinance updates, authorized a DNR Urban Forestry Grant application, and rejected a bid for the KB Willett Ice Arena project. All votes were 10-0.

• Approved Northward Adventures concession and rental skate sales agreement for Goerke Park winter season (10-0)
• Approved Valley View Forestry timber sale agreement for Yulupa and West River Parks (10-0)
• Approved Chapter 11 Forestry Ordinance updates (10-0)
• Authorized Forestry Department to apply for 2023 DNR Urban Forestry Grant (10-0)
• Rejected bid for KB Willett Ice Arena Building Addition, Recladding and Ticket Booth Entryway Project (10-0)
• Approved August 3, 2022 meeting minutes (10-0)

Police and Fire Commission

The Police and Fire Commission is meeting to discuss a long-term agreement with the Village of Park Ridge. The agenda also includes approval to hire Officer Jadon Solis and reports from the police and fire chiefs.

• Approval to hire Officer Jadon Solis
• Discussion on Long Term Agreement with the Village of Park Ridge
• Confirmation of bills

Pedestrian and Bicycle Street Safety Commission

The Bicycle and Pedestrian Street Safety Commission will review the July 28, 2022 meeting report. The agenda includes presentations from Cycling Without Age and the Aging and Disability Resource Center of Portage County. Members will also discuss the 2022 Bicycle and Pedestrian Count.

• Presentation by Tori Jennings, representing Cycling Without Age
• Presentation by Cindy Piotrowski, representing the Aging and Disability Resource Center of Portage County
• Discussion on the 2022 Bicycle and Pedestrian Count
• Report of the July 28, 2022 meeting

City Plan Commission

The City Plan Commission will review a request for a conditional use permit at 2964 Church Street. The proposal involves renovating an existing commercial tenant space into a single-family residence. The meeting also includes reviews of the August 2022 monthly report and the September 6, 2022 meeting report.

• Conditional use permit for residential renovation at 2964 Church Street
• Report of the September 6, 2022 meeting
• August 2022 Monthly Report
• Director's Report

Historic Preservation and Design Review Commission

The commission will consider a design review request from Dale Warner to install a new window at 2101 Clark Street. The meeting also includes selecting a temporary chairperson and receiving staff updates on design guidelines.

• Design review for a new window at 2101 Clark Street
• Selection of a temporary chairperson
• Report from the August 10, 2022 meeting
• Staff updates on design guidelines

Personnel Committee

The Police and Fire Commission is considering several personnel actions for the fire department. Discussions include hiring two firefighter/paramedics and appointing Peter Ostrowski to MPO. The commission will also consider hiring or promoting battalion chiefs and division chiefs.

• Hiring of two Firefighter/Paramedics
• Appointment of Peter Ostrowski to MPO
• Hiring or promotion of Battalion Chiefs at Step 3 of the Pay Plan
• Hiring or promotion of a Division Chief of Training

Common Council

The Common Council will review committee actions and consider several ordinance amendments regarding zoning, parking, and historic preservation. The council will also discuss a full-time Community Service Officer position and authorize the issuance of various revenue bonds.

• Rezoning request for 5410 Windy Drive from R-LD to R-3
• Conditional use permit for a solar array near North Point Drive
• Ordinance amendments regarding parking and historic preservation guidelines
• Authorization of General Obligation Promissory Notes and various revenue bonds
• AECOM Change Order No. 4 for Business 51 up to $16,183.00

The Common Council approved a rezoning at 5410 Windy Drive from low-density to single- and two-family residential, a conditional use permit for a ground-mounted solar array at Schmeeckle Reserve, and several ordinance amendments including parking rules and disorderly conduct related to election officials. The council also authorized the sale of general obligation promissory notes and revenue bonds for sewerage, storm water, and water systems. All votes were unanimous with no opposition.

• Approved rezoning of 5410 Windy Drive from R-LD to R-3 (unanimous)
• Approved conditional use permit for solar array at Schmeeckle Reserve (unanimous)
• Approved ordinance amendment to Zoning Board of Appeals bylaws (unanimous)
• Approved amendments to Historic Preservation Design Review Commission guidelines (unanimous)
• Approved ordinance amendment on parking (unanimous)
• Approved ordinance amendment on disorderly conduct directed at election officials (unanimous)
• Authorized sale of general obligation promissory notes (unanimous)
• Authorized revenue bonds for sewerage, storm water, and water systems (unanimous)

Board of Water and Sewerage Commissioners

The Board will review department claims and various utility reports. The agenda includes discussion and possible action on a borrowing memo regarding annual reconstruction needs.

• Borrowing memo for annual reconstruction needs
• Water Supply and Distribution Reports
• Sewage Treatment Operations Report
• Construction and Maintenance Report
• Community Area Network Report

The Board approved borrowing $10.5 million for annual reconstruction and Well 12 improvements, to be included in the city's debt issuance. They also approved the August 2022 meeting minutes and department claims. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved borrowing $2.7M for water annual reconstruction
• Approved borrowing $1.6M for Well 12 efforts
• Approved borrowing $2.8M for sewer capital needs
• Approved borrowing $3.4M for storm capital needs
• Approved August 8, 2022 meeting minutes
• Approved department claims for August 2022

Airport Commission

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

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

The Airport Commission approved the August 8, 2022 meeting minutes and the department claims for August 2022 as audited. Staff reported that the fence project is nearly complete, awaiting electrical components, and that the runway project's full airport closure was extended due to rain, with reopening expected Thursday. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved August 8, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved August 2022 department claims as audited (unanimous)

Public Policy and General Government

The Public Policy and General Government Committee will consider several liquor license applications and temporary premise extensions. The agenda includes requests for street closures related to upcoming community events. Members will also discuss an ordinance amendment regarding disorderly conduct directed at election officials.

• Liquor licenses for The Zone, CREATE Portage County, and Opera House LLC
• Temporary premise extensions for Partner’s Pub & Grill and Kuby’s Bar & Grill
• Street closing requests for Pacelli Homecoming Parade, Lagers and Loggers Beer Dinner, and Festival Foods Turkey Trot
• Ordinance amendment regarding disorderly conduct directed at election officials
• Taxicab company and driver licenses for Courtesy Cab

The Public Policy and General Government Committee approved several license applications, including beer and liquor licenses for The Zone, CREATE Portage County, and Opera House LLC, as well as temporary extensions and taxicab licenses. Special event permits were granted for the Pacelli Homecoming Parade, Lagers and Loggers Beer Dinner, and Festival Foods Turkey Trot. An ordinance amendment to Section 24.01 regarding disorderly conduct directed at election officials was also approved. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved Class B Beer license for The Zone at 257 Division Street (unanimous)
• Approved Class B Beer/Class B Liquor licenses for CREATE Portage County and Opera House LLC (unanimous)
• Approved temporary premise extensions for Partner’s Pub & Grill and Kuby’s Bar & Grill (unanimous)
• Approved temporary beer/wine licenses for Portage County Historical Society and Stevens Point Area Co-Op (unanimous)
• Approved taxicab company license for Courtesy Cab and three driver licenses (unanimous)
• Approved special event permits for Pacelli Homecoming Parade, Lagers and Loggers Beer Dinner, and Festival Foods Turkey Trot (unanimous)
• Approved ordinance amendment to Section 24.01 – Disorderly Conduct directed at Election Official (unanimous)

Personnel Committee

The Stevens Point Personnel Committee will meet to discuss several personnel-related items. The committee will consider eliminating Grade D from the Pay Plan and reviewing a request for a full-time Community Service Officer. Members will also discuss amendments to administrative policies regarding sick, annual, and bereavement leave.

• Consideration to eliminate Grade D from Pay Plan
• Request from Chief Kussow for a full-time Community Service Officer
• Amendments to Administrative Policy 3.02 regarding various leave policies

The Personnel Committee voted unanimously to eliminate Grade D from the city pay plan, approved a request from Chief Kussow for a full-time Community Service Officer, and amended Administrative Policy 3.02 on leave policies (sick, annual, bereavement) with one abstention due to conflict of interest. All decisions were made without opposition.

• Eliminated Grade D from Pay Plan (unanimous)
• Approved full-time Community Service Officer request from Chief Kussow (unanimous)
• Amended Administrative Policy 3.02 Leave Policies (sick, annual, bereavement) (unanimous; Ald. Christianson abstained)

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will review four transportation referendum questions for the November ballot. The board is also considering an amendment to Chapter 9.05 regarding parking. Additionally, they may act on a change order for a Business 51 public meeting.

• Four transportation referenda (Railroad Sidetrack, Badger Avenue, Minnesota Avenue, and Bush Street)
• Ordinance amendment to Chapter 9.05 regarding parking
• Change Order No. 4 from AECOM for a Business 51 public meeting up to $16,183.00

The Board of Public Works unanimously approved an ordinance amendment to Chapter 9.05 related to parking and accepted Change Order No. 4 from AECOM for an additional public meeting on Business 51, not to exceed $16,183. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved ordinance amendment in Chapter 9.05 related to parking (unanimous)
• Accepted Change Order No. 4 from AECOM for additional Business 51 public meeting, not to exceed $16,183 (unanimous)

Finance Committee

The committee will receive a presentation on the 2023 Capital Budget and discuss bond rating financial impacts. Members will also discuss initiating the borrowing process for fiscal year 2022 and planning the 2023 tax rate.

• Presentation of 2023 Capital Budget
• Review of bond rating financial impacts
• Initiating the borrowing process for fiscal year 2022
• Tax rate planning for 2023 budget
• Approval of claims paid

The Finance Committee approved continuing the process of borrowing for the 2022 fiscal year and approved claims paid totaling $9,082,414.17. A presentation on the 2023 Capital Budget was given, and tax rate planning was discussed but no action was taken.

• Approved continuing the process of borrowing for the 2022 fiscal year (5-0)
• Approved claims paid totaling $9,082,414.17 (5-0)

Police and Fire Commission

The Police and Fire Commission will discuss a full-time CSO position and a therapy dog for the police department. The agenda also includes a long-term agreement with the Village of Park Ridge and fire department promotions.

• Full-time CSO position at Grade D, Step 6
• Promotion of Shane Westphal to Lieutenant
• Promotion of Thomas Wastart to MPO
• Long Term Agreement with the Village of Park Ridge
• Proposal for a police department therapy dog

City Plan Commission

The City Plan Commission will consider several land use and zoning requests. These include a rezoning for 5410 Windy Drive and a conditional use permit for a solar array near North Point Drive. The commission will also review amendments to the city's zoning ordinance and historic preservation guidelines.

• Rezoning of 5410 Windy Drive from R-LD to R-3
• Solar array permit request off North Point Drive
• Amendments to the City Zoning Ordinance
• Amendments to Historic Preservation Design Guidelines
• Fencing exception request at West Whitney Street and West Cornell Avenue

Common Council

The Council will consider resolutions for binding referendums regarding various infrastructure projects. These include a railroad sidetrack and work on Badger Avenue, Minnesota Avenue, and Bush Street. The meeting also includes a closed session to discuss legal strategy related to RMC 4.18.

• Binding referendum for constructing Railroad Sidetrack
• Binding referendum for an extension of Badger Avenue
• Binding referendum for the reconstruction of Minnesota Avenue
• Binding referendum for resurfacing Bush Street
• Closed session regarding legal strategy for RMC 4.18

The Common Council unanimously approved four resolutions to place binding referendums on the ballot for constructing a railroad sidetrack, extending Badger Avenue, reconstructing Minnesota Avenue, and resurfacing Bush Street. The council also entered closed session to discuss litigation strategy regarding RMC 4.18, but no action was taken on that item after reconvening.

• Approved resolution for binding referendum on constructing railroad sidetrack (9-0)
• Approved resolution for binding referendum on extension of Badger Avenue (9-0)
• Approved resolution for binding referendum on reconstruction of Minnesota Avenue (9-0)
• Approved resolution for binding referendum on resurfacing Bush Street (9-0)
• Entered closed session to confer with legal counsel on litigation strategy (9-0)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The board will review the report from the June 7, 2022 meeting. Members will also deliberate and decide on an administrative appeal regarding a home occupation at 410 Franklin Street.

• Administrative appeal for a home occupation at 410 Franklin Street
• Report of the June 7, 2022 meeting

Housing Taskforce

The Housing Taskforce will review a draft report regarding two primary goals. These include updating the definition of family and expanding city housing stock. The group will also discuss how to define 'social equity' in housing.

• Review of Housing Taskforce Draft Report
• Discussion on updating the definition of family
• Discussion on diversifying and expanding city housing stock
• Discussion on defining 'Social Equity' in housing

Administrative Appeals Committee

The Administrative Appeals Board will review appeals for property maintenance violation notices and service charges at two addresses. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from the March 16, 2022, meeting.

• Property maintenance violation appeal: 424 Maria Drive
• Property maintenance violation appeal: 2000 McCulloch Street

The Administrative Appeals Board denied appeals for property maintenance violations at 424 Maria Drive and 2000 McCulloch Street. Both denials were unanimous. The board also approved the minutes from the March 16, 2022 meeting.

• Approved minutes of March 16, 2022 meeting (unanimous)
• Denied appeal for property maintenance violation at 424 Maria Drive (unanimous)
• Denied appeal for property maintenance violation at 2000 McCulloch Street (unanimous)

Redevelopment Authority

The Redevelopment Authority will review the 2021 audit report and discuss budget updates for 2022 and 2023. The meeting also includes discussions regarding building maintenance procedures and potential development agreements in Tax Increment Finance District #10.

• Possible issuance of a Request for Proposals for Municipal Lot #8
• Presentation of the 2021 Audit Report by Baker Tilly
• Discussion of development agreements at 1200 Main Street and within TIF District #10
• Potential acquisition of property at 217 Second Street
• Review of 2022 budget and 2023 budgeting updates

Canvassing Board

The Canvassing Board will verify if any provisional ballots were cast in the August 9, 2022 Partisan Primary Election. The board will also canvass the results for the municipal referendum and correct any identified errors or irregularities.

• Verification of provisional ballots for the August 9, 2022 Partisan Primary Election
• Canvassing of municipal referendum results

The Canvassing Board verified there were no provisional ballots for the August 9, 2022 Partisan Primary Election and canvassed the municipal referendum results for all 11 districts. The board confirmed the vote tallies as reported, with the referendum passing in some districts and failing in others. The meeting adjourned at 8:52 a.m.

• Verified no provisional ballots for the Aug. 9 primary
• Canvassed District 1 referendum: Yes 158, No 261
• Canvassed District 2 referendum: Yes 189, No 262
• Canvassed District 3 referendum: Yes 138, No 192
• Canvassed District 4 referendum: Yes 228, No 206
• Canvassed District 5 referendum: Yes 311, No 281
• Canvassed District 6 referendum: Yes 436, No 381
• Canvassed District 7 referendum: Yes 251, No 192

Personnel Committee

The committee will discuss salary, hours, and overtime provisions for a Battalion Chief offer. It will also consider ratifying the 2022-2024 collective bargaining agreement with Stevens Point Fire Fighters - IAFF Local 484.

• Establishment of salary, hours, and overtime compensation provisions for the Battalion Chief offer
• Ratification of the 2022-2024 collective bargaining agreement with Stevens Point Fire Fighters - IAFF Local 484

The Personnel Committee unanimously approved salary, hours, and overtime provisions for a Battalion Chief position and ratified the 2022-2024 collective bargaining agreement with the Stevens Point Fire Fighters IAFF Local 484. Fire Chief Jb Moody provided clarification on Article 22 regarding residency. Both motions passed with all ayes and no nays.

• Approved salary, hours, and overtime compensation provisions for Battalion Chief offer (unanimous)
• Ratified 2022-2024 collective bargaining agreement with Stevens Point Fire Fighters IAFF Local 484 (unanimous)

Common Council

The Stevens Point Common Council approved the consent agenda, a sign variance for 100 Sixth Avenue, annexation of 5410 Windy Drive, a Reconnecting Communities grant application, parking ordinance amendments, and contracts for the Fire Station 1/Police parking lot, HVAC upgrades, and Edgewater Manor demolition. The council also ratified the firefighter union contract and approved a marijuana advisory referendum. Action on sidewalk assessments for the 2021 Streets Improvement Project was withdrawn, and the Business 51 design item was postponed to the Board of Public Works.

• Approved consent agenda (11-0)
• Approved sign variance for 100 Sixth Avenue (11-0)
• Approved annexation of 5410 Windy Drive (11-0)
• Approved Reconnecting Communities grant application (11-0)
• Approved parking ordinance amendments (11-0)
• Awarded Fire Station 1/Police parking lot project to Stuczynski Trucking and Excavating, not to exceed $567,749.25 (11-0)
• Approved HVAC upgrade bid for Fire Station 1 (11-0)
• Ratified 2022-2024 collective bargaining agreement with IAFF Local 484 (11-0)

Police and Fire Commission

The Police and Fire Commission will consider ratifying a collective bargaining agreement with Local 484 for the years 2022 through 2024. The agenda also includes discussions regarding a long-term agreement with the Village of Park Ridge and HVAC bids for the Fire Department. Additionally, the commission will review staffing recommendations for fire department positions.

• Ratification of collective bargaining agreement with Local 484
• Long term agreement with the Village of Park Ridge
• HVAC bids for the Fire Department
• Approval of Cole O'Neil to regular police officer status
• Staffing recommendations for Fire Department positions

Historic Preservation and Design Review Commission

The commission will consider several requested amendments to the city's design guidelines regarding accessory structures, expired certificates, and demolition reviews. The meeting also includes a design review for wall signs at 1245 Main Street and a facade improvement grant request for 1052 Main Street.

• Design review for two wall signs at 1245 Main Street
• $9,134.80 facade improvement grant request for 1052 Main Street
• Amendments to design guidelines regarding accessory structures and expired certificates
• Amendment to design guidelines regarding demolition review

Airport Commission

The Stevens Point Airport Commission is scheduled to approve meeting minutes and department claims. The agenda also includes a presentation of the 2021 audit and a report from Jason Draheim.

• Presentation of the 2021 Audit
• Approval of Department Claims
• Report from Jason Draheim

Board of Water and Sewerage Commissioners

The Board of Water and Sewerage Commissioners will review the 2021 audit presentation. The agenda includes reports on water supply, sewage treatment operations, and construction maintenance. Members will also discuss hiring engineers for annual reconstruction projects.

• Presentation of 2021 Audit
• Purchase and installation of grinder pump
• Hiring engineers for annual reconstruction projects
• Water Supply and Distribution Reports
• Sewage Treatment Operations Report

The Board of Water and Sewerage Commissioners approved the 2021 audit for all utilities, the purchase and installation of a grinder pump (not to exceed $28,000), and a policy allowing engineering services for reconstruction projects to begin earlier in the year prior to construction. All motions passed unanimously. The audit received a clean opinion, and the board also heard reports on water pumpage, wastewater treatment, and stormwater improvements.

• Approved July 11, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved department claims for July 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved 2021 audit by Baker Tilly for Water, Wastewater, Stormwater, and Fiber Utilities (unanimous)
• Approved purchase and installation of grinder pump not to exceed $28,000 (unanimous)
• Approved engineering services for annual reconstruction projects to begin any time in the year prior, with DPW expenses held until budgets approved (unanimous)

Transit Commission

The Stevens Point Transportation Commission will review July 2022 financial reports and meeting minutes. The commission is also considering a $25 fee for all monthly passes and the addition of a new fixed route in 2023.

• Proposed $25 fee for all monthly passes
• Approval of the 2023 - 5310 Grant Application
• Addition of an additional fixed route in 2023
• Approval of July 2022 financial/claims report

The Stevens Point Transit Commission approved a $25 monthly pass fee for all passes, approved the 2023 Section 5310 grant application, and approved adding an additional fixed route in 2023. The commission also approved the July 11, 2022 minutes and the July 2022 financial/claims report. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved July 11, 2022 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved July 2022 financial/claims report (unanimous)
• Approved $25 monthly pass fee for all passes (unanimous)
• Approved 2023 Section 5310 grant application (unanimous)
• Approved adding an additional fixed route in 2023 (unanimous)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will discuss the 2023 City Budget and review progress on the 2022 Budget. The meeting includes a presentation of the 2021 Audit Report by Baker Tilly. The committee will also consider grant applications and facility usage agreements.

• Presentation of the 2021 Audit Report by Baker Tilly
• Discussion on the 2023 City Budget
• Request to apply for the Reconnecting Communities Pilot Discretionary Grant Program
• Bid award for asbestos abatement and demolition at Edgewater Manor (1450 Water Street)
• Approval of usage agreements for Community Stadium, KB Willett Arena, and Goerke Park

The Finance Committee approved a $427,000 contract with Robinson Brothers Environmental for asbestos abatement and demolition of Edgewater Manor at 1450 Water Street, with one abstention. It also approved applying for a Reconnecting Communities Pilot Discretionary Grant, financial and usage agreements for major users of Community Stadium, KB Willett Arena, and Goerke Park, and paid claims totaling $1,552,831.14. The committee heard a presentation on the 2021 audit and discussed budget updates, then adjourned into closed session to discuss development agreements and property purchases.

• Approved $427,000 asbestos abatement and demolition contract for Edgewater Manor (3-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved application for Reconnecting Communities Pilot Discretionary Grant (unanimous)
• Approved financial and usage agreements with major users of Community Stadium, KB Willett Arena, and Goerke Park (unanimous)
• Approved paid claims totaling $1,552,831.14 (unanimous)
• Adjourned into closed session to discuss development agreements and property purchases (3-1)

Personnel Committee

The Stevens Point Personnel Committee is meeting to review requests for known 2023 out-of-state travel. The agenda also includes a roll call and adjournment.

• Requests for known 2023 out of state travel

The Personnel Committee met and approved all known 2023 out-of-state travel requests. The motion was made by Ald. Dalton, seconded by Ald. Shuda, and passed unanimously. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved known 2023 out-of-state travel requests (unanimous)

Public Policy and General Government

The committee will review several liquor license applications and temporary event permits. The agenda also includes a street closing request for a brewery event and a resolution regarding an advisory referendum for adult use of marijuana.

• Liquor license applications for Pallets & Planks, The Store #55, #57, and #58
• Temporary premise extension for Pete’s Sports Bar & Grill on August 27, 2022
• Street closing request for Stevens Point Brewery Pointoberfest on September 17, 2022
• Resolution regarding an advisory referendum for adult use of marijuana
• Temporary beer and wine licenses for the Hmong American Association and Stevens Point Alliance

The committee approved a resolution for an advisory referendum on adult use of marijuana, with all members voting in favor. The resolution was amended to remove language pertaining to Chapter 59, which applies only to counties. The committee also approved the full license list and a street closing for the Stevens Point Brewery Pointoberfest and Blubber Run 5K.

• Approved advisory referendum resolution for adult use of marijuana (5-0)
• Approved license list including new and temporary licenses (5-0)
• Approved Pointoberfest and Blubber Run 5K street closing for Sept 17, 2022 (5-0)

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will review the Michigan Avenue Underpass and parking ordinance amendments. The board also considers approving sidewalk assessments for a streets improvement project and awarding a contract for the Fire Station 1 and Police Department parking lot.

• Awarding Fire Station 1 and Police Department Parking Lot Project #22-11 to Stuczynski Trucking and Excavating (up to $567,749.25)
• Approval of sidewalk assessments for the 2021 Streets Improvement Project #21-01
• Ordinance amendments in Chapter 9.05 regarding parking
• Director's report on Michigan Avenue Underpass

The Board of Public Works awarded a parking lot project for Fire Station 1 and the Police Department to Stuczynski Trucking and Excavating for up to $567,749.25. It also approved sidewalk assessments for the 2021 Streets Improvement Project and accepted ordinance amendments related to parking. All votes were unanimous except the sidewalk assessment, which passed with a majority.

• Awarded Fire Station 1 and Police Department Parking Lot Project #22-11 to Stuczynski Trucking and Excavating for up to $567,749.25 (unanimous)
• Approved sidewalk assessments for 2021 Streets Improvement Project #21-01 per Schedule C (majority vote)
• Accepted Ordinance Amendments in Chapter 9.05 related to parking (unanimous)

Personnel Committee

The Board of Park Commissioners will consider usage and financial agreements with UWSP, Stevens Point Area Public School District, and Pacelli Catholic Schools, Inc. regarding the Goerke Park improvement project. The meeting also includes a tour of the Community Stadium turf project and updates on pool maintenance.

• Usage and financial agreements with UWSP, Stevens Point Area Public School District, and Pacelli Catholic Schools, Inc.
• Goerke Park improvement project and community stadium turf project tour
• Pool season closing August 14
• Update on pool replaster project

The Board of Park Commissioners approved usage and financial agreements with UWSP, Stevens Point Area Public School District, and Pacelli Catholic Schools for the Goerke Park improvement project, community stadium, and K.B. Willett Arena. The board also approved the July 6, 2022 meeting minutes. The meeting included a park tour and a director's report on the Iverson playground, pool season closing, and pool replaster project.

• Approved July 6, 2022 meeting minutes (10-0)
• Approved usage and financial agreements with UWSP, school district, and Pacelli Catholic Schools for Goerke Park project (10-0)

City Plan Commission

The City Plan Commission will review a request to annex 5410 Windy Drive from the Town of Hull. The meeting also includes discussion on amendments to the City Sign Code and a sign variance request for 100 Sixth Avenue.

• Annexation request for 5410 Windy Drive
• Sign variance request for 100 Sixth Avenue
• Discussion on City Sign Code amendments

Pedestrian and Bicycle Street Safety Commission

The Bicycle and Pedestrian Street Safety Commission will review the June 16, 2022 meeting report. Lt. Ben Uitenbroek will present on the Police Department's role in promoting safety for cyclists and pedestrians. The commission will also discuss results from the Walk Friendly Community application.

• Presentation by Lt. Ben Uitenbroek on police roles in bicycle and pedestrian safety
• Discussion of Walk Friendly Community application results
• Report of the June 16, 2022 meeting

Deer Management Committee

The committee will review the results of the 2021-2022 deer and goose projects. Members will also consider transferring the 2022-2023 city deer culling contract. Additionally, they will discuss a request from the Village of Whiting for future joint cullings.

• Transfer of the 2022-2023 city deer culling contract
• Request from the Village of Whiting for joint cullings
• Review of 2021-2022 deer and goose project results
• Approval of November 18, 2021 meeting minutes

The Deer Management Committee approved the transfer of the 2022-2023 city deer culling contract to Raffe Hulce for one year, through Dec 31, 2022, due to Greg Klug's unavailability. The committee also approved the minutes from the November 18, 2021 meeting. Other agenda items, including a request from the Village of Whiting for joint cullings and discussion of 2021-2022 deer and goose project results, were discussed but no formal action was taken.

• Approved November 18, 2021 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Awarded one-year deer culling contract to Raffe Hulce through Dec 31, 2022 (3-0)

Personnel Committee

The Police and Fire Commission will discuss the use of exit interview materials and receive an update on 2023 U.S. Senior PGA Championship events. The commission also plans to reschedule its August 2022 meeting. A closed session is scheduled to discuss the status of the Casey Bielen termination appeal.

• Evaluation of exit interview materials
• Police Department update on 2023 U.S. Senior PGA Championship events
• Rescheduling the August 2022 meeting to Wednesday, August 10th
• Closed session regarding the status of the Casey Bielen termination appeal

Common Council

The Stevens Point Common Council will consider conditional use permits for duplexes on River View Avenue and a manufacturing center on Coye Drive. The agenda also includes discussions regarding small wind energy ordinances and funding requests for parking lot replacements at Fire Station #1 and the police station.

• Conditional use permit for duplexes at 1400 River View Avenue
• Conditional use permit for a manufacturing center at 5000 Coye Drive
• Temporary ordinance amendment for tourist rooming houses
• Funding requests for Fire Station #1 and Police parking lot replacements
• Rejection of bid for Pfiffner Pioneer Park bandshell roof project

The Common Council approved a consent agenda covering multiple commission actions, then unanimously approved conditional use permits for duplexes at 1400 River View Avenue and an advanced manufacturing center at 5000 Coye Drive. It also approved a temporary ordinance amendment allowing tourist rooming houses as a permitted use from June 22 to July 5, 2023.

• Approved consent agenda including commission minutes, claims, and reports (9-0)
• Approved conditional use permit for duplexes at 1400 River View Avenue (9-0)
• Approved conditional use permit for Mid-State Technical College center at 5000 Coye Drive (9-0)
• Approved temporary ordinance amendment for tourist rooming houses (9-0)

Historic Preservation and Design Review Commission

The Commission will conduct a site inspection of 1035 Union Street. Members will discuss requests for an accessory structure on Clark Street, a demolition at Union Street, and a parking lot on Union Street.

• Design review for an accessory structure at 1500 Clark Street
• Demolition review to raze structures at 1035 Union Street
• Design review for a parking lot at 1043 Union Street
• Site inspection of 1035 Union Street

Board of Water and Sewerage Commissioners

The Board of Water and Sewerage Commissioners will review several operational updates. These include reports on water supply, sewage treatment, and construction maintenance.

• Annual Consumer Confidence Report (CCR)
• Annual Compliance Maintenance Annual Report (CMAR)
• Water Supply and Distribution Reports
• Sewage Treatment Operations Report
• Construction and Maintenance Report

The Board of Water and Sewerage Commissioners approved the May and June 2022 department claims and the 2021 Compliance Maintenance Annual Report (CMAR), which received a GPA of 4.00. They also approved the May 9, 2022 meeting minutes. No other formal decisions were made; other items were informational reports.

• Approved May 9, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved department claims for May and June 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved 2021 Compliance Maintenance Annual Report (unanimous)

Airport Commission

The meeting includes the approval of minutes and department claims. Jason Draheim will also provide a written or verbal report.

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

The Airport Commission approved the May 9, 2022 meeting minutes and department claims for May and June 2022, all with unanimous votes. Staff reported the fence project is wrapping up and the runway reconstruction project started July 5, with completion expected in October. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved May 9, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved department claims for May and June 2022 (unanimous)

Transit Commission

The Transportation Commission will conduct elections for Chairperson and Vice Chairperson. The commission will also consider placing 2022 CARES Act funds into a restricted fund for future transit capital expenses. The meeting includes approval of recent financial reports and minutes.

• Election of Chairperson and Vice Chairperson
• Placement of 2022 CARES Act funds into an internally restricted fund for transit capital expenses
• Approval of May and June 2022 financial/claims reports
• Approval of May 9, 2022 minutes

The Transportation Commission approved routine minutes and financial reports, elected Greg Koepel as Chairperson and Nichole Lysne as Vice Chairperson, and approved placing 2022 CARES Act funds into an internally restricted fund for future transit capital expenses. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved May 9, 2022 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved May and June 2022 financial/claims report (unanimous)
• Elected Greg Koepel as Chairperson (unanimous)
• Elected Nichole Lysne as Vice Chairperson (unanimous)
• Approved placing 2022 CARES Act funds in internally restricted fund for future transit capital expenses (unanimous)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will discuss requests for additional funding to replace the parking lots at Fire Station #1 and the police station. The committee is also scheduled to approve claims paid.

• Request for additional funding for replacement of parking lot at Fire Station #1
• Request for additional funding for replacement of Police parking lot
• Approval of claims paid

The Finance Committee approved additional capital funding for replacing the parking lot at Fire Station #1 and the Police Department parking lot, both by unanimous vote. It also approved claims paid totaling $2,128,180.34. All votes were unanimous with no opposition.

• Approved additional capital funding for Fire Station #1 parking lot replacement (unanimous)
• Approved additional capital funding for Police Department parking lot replacement (unanimous)
• Approved claims paid in the amount of $2,128,180.34 (unanimous)

Public Policy and General Government

The committee will review several liquor license renewals for local businesses. Additionally, the meeting includes a street closing request for a UWSP athletics event and a discussion on the timing of public comments to the Mayor and Council.

• Renewal of Class B liquor licenses for Steve-O’s, The Hub, and Wicked Willow
• Class A liquor license renewal for Ski’s Meat Market and Class A license for Swetz Roadside Convenience
• Temporary wine license for Pacelli Catholic Schools for an event on September 9, 2022
• Street closing request for UWSP Athletics' Pink Game for Charity Pink Day on September 14, 2022
• Discussion on relocating non-agenda item public comments to the end of Council agendas

The Public Policy and General Government Committee approved all six liquor license renewals and a street closure for the Pink Game charity event. The committee also discussed but took no action on relocating public comment to the end of council agendas.

• Approved liquor license renewals for Steve-O's, The Hub, Wicked Willow, Ski's Meat Market, Swetz Roadside Convenience, and Pacelli Catholic Schools (unanimous)
• Approved street closure for Pink Game for Charity Pink Day with UWSP Athletics on September 14, 2022 (unanimous)

Park Commission

The Board of Park Commissioners will consider the rejection of a bid for the Pfiffner Pioneer Park bandshell roof and site repair project. The meeting also includes updates on the KB Willett Arena roof, Community Stadium improvements, and a recap of the 2022 Riverfront Rendezvous.

• Rejection of bid for Pfiffner Pioneer Park bandshell roof and site repair project
• KB Willett Arena roof update
• Community Stadium Improvements Update
• 2022 Riverfront Rendezvous recap

The Board of Park Commissioners voted 9-0 to reject the bid for the Pfiffner Pioneer Park bandshell roof and site repair project. The board also approved the June 1, 2022 meeting minutes. No other substantive decisions were made; the director's report covered updates only.

• Rejected bid for Pfiffner Pioneer Park bandshell roof repair project (9-0)
• Approved June 1, 2022 meeting minutes (9-0)

Police and Fire Commission

The Police and Fire Commission will discuss authorizing the hiring of new Firefighters and Paramedics. The commission will also receive an update on the interview process for new Division Chief and Battalion Chiefs within the Stevens Point Fire Department.

• Authorization to hire new Firefighters/Paramedics
• Update on interview process for new Division Chief and Battalion Chiefs
• Police Chief's Report
• Fire Chief's Report/EMS Report

City Plan Commission

The City Plan Commission will review requests for conditional use permits at 1400 River View Avenue and 5000 Coye Drive. The meeting also includes discussions on small wind energy systems and the city's Comprehensive Plan update.

• Conditional use permit for duplexes at 1400 River View Avenue
• Conditional use permit for manufacturing and engineering center at 5000 Coye Drive
• Temporary code amendment to allow tourist rooming houses
• Driveway requirement exception at 100 Bukolt Park Street
• Discussion on small wind energy systems ordinance

Common Council

The Stevens Point Common Council will meet for a special session on June 28, 2022. The council will consider the financial terms of an agreement with the Village of Park Ridge regarding fire protection and related services.

• Agreement with Village of Park Ridge for fire protection and related services

The Common Council unanimously approved an agreement with the Village of Park Ridge for fire protection and related services. The agreement's financial terms were outlined by the city attorney and fire chief, with fees paid to the Stevens Point Fire Department operational budget.

• Approved fire protection agreement with Village of Park Ridge (9-0)

Police and Fire Commission

The Police and Fire Commission is meeting to discuss an agreement with the Village of Park Ridge. The discussion involves the operational terms of a contract for fire protection and related services.

• Agreement with the Village of Park Ridge regarding fire protection and related services

Housing Taskforce

The Housing Taskforce will discuss the definition of 'family' within the Zoning Code. The meeting also includes discussion regarding strategies to increase home ownership through social equity.

• Definition of Family (Zoning Code) discussion and possible action
• Discussion on increasing home ownership via zoning, economic development, and community engagement

Police and Fire Commission

The Police and Fire Commission will meet to discuss terms for an agreement to provide fire protective services to the Village of Park Ridge. This discussion is scheduled as a closed session.

• Closed session regarding fire protective services for the Village of Park Ridge

Common Council

The Common Council will consider several infrastructure projects, including a road resurfacing contract. The agenda also includes requests for conditional use permits for an electrical substation and new duplexes. Additionally, the council will review amendments to the city's official street map.

• Award $823,729.30 to Haas Sons, Inc. for 2022 Road Resurfacing Project
• Conditional use permit for electrical substation upgrades at 3214 Hoover Road
• Conditional use permit for five duplexes near North Point Drive and Georgia Street North
• Award $596,039.83 to Advance Construction, Inc. for Union Street Extension Project
• Ordinance amendment regarding traffic sign regulations

The Common Council approved an ordinance amendment adjusting the deposit amount for possession of marijuana and drug paraphernalia and the quantity threshold for possession, after amending the age provisions to 18 and 17. The council also approved several resolutions including joining the Wisconsin Local Government Climate Coalition, a conditional use permit for five duplexes, and the 2022 Road Resurfacing Project.

• Approved ordinance amendment on marijuana possession deposits and quantities (8-3)
• Approved resolution joining Wisconsin Local Government Climate Coalition (11-0)
• Approved conditional use permit for WPS electrical substation upgrades at 3214 Hoover Road (11-0)
• Approved conditional use permit for five duplexes near North Point Drive and Georgia Street North (11-0)
• Approved ordinance amendment extending Union Street and Academy Avenue (11-0)
• Approved sign variance for Inclusa Inc. at 2801 Hoover Road (10-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved 2022 Road Resurfacing Project to Haas Sons, Inc. for $823,729.30 (11-0)
• Approved park donation agreement with General Capital and Sisters of St. Joseph (11-0)

Pedestrian and Bicycle Street Safety Commission

The Bicycle & Pedestrian Street Safety Commission will select a Chairperson and Vice Chairperson. The meeting includes presentations on the Plover River Crossing project and a safe routes project in Stevens Point. Members will also discuss the 2022 bicycle and pedestrian count and walking audit.

• Selection of a Chairperson
• Selection of a Vice Chairperson
• Presentation on the Plover River Crossing project
• Presentation on a safe routes project in Stevens Point
• Scheduling the 2022 bicycle and pedestrian count

Redevelopment Authority

The Redevelopment Authority will discuss an update on 1700 Strongs Avenue and a development agreement with Opera House, LLC. Members will also consider accepting ownership of 1450 Water Street if recommended by the City Finance Committee. Additionally, the board will review an easement request from IBEX 1040 Main Street LLC.

• Possible transfer of 1450 Water Street to the Redevelopment Authority
• Development agreement amendment with Opera House, LLC
• Electrical service easement request for parking lot 17
• Potential sale of parcel ID 281240832200425
• Development review for 1200 Main Street

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will discuss street improvement projects and potential contract awards. The meeting includes reviewing ordinance amendments related to traffic signs. The Director's Report will cover the 2022 Road Resurfacing and Streets Improvement Projects.

• Award Union Street Extension Project #22-09 to Advance Construction, Inc. for up to $596,039.83
• Award 2022 Road Resurfacing Project #22-02 to Haas Sons, Inc. for up to $823,729.30
• Accept ordinance amendments in Chapter 9 regarding traffic signs

The Board of Public Works awarded two construction contracts: the Union Street Extension Project to Advance Construction, Inc. for up to $596,039.83, and the 2022 Road Resurfacing Project to Haas Sons, Inc. for up to $823,729.30. The board also accepted ordinance amendments to Chapter 9, Sections 9.02, 9.05, and 9.06 regarding traffic signs. All motions passed unanimously.

• Awarded Union Street Extension Project #22-09 to Advance Construction, Inc. for up to $596,039.83 (unanimous)
• Awarded 2022 Road Resurfacing Project #22-02 to Haas Sons, Inc. for up to $823,729.30 (unanimous)
• Accepted ordinance amendments to Chapter 9, Sections 9.02, 9.05, 9.06 on traffic signs (unanimous)
• Accepted Director's Report and placed it on file (unanimous)

Common Council

The Stevens Point Common Council will meet to consider awarding a contract for the Union Street Extension Project #22-09. This special meeting also includes a roll call and adjournment.

• Awarding Union Street Extension Project #22-09 to Advance Construction, Inc. in an amount not to exceed $596,039.83

The Common Council voted unanimously to award the Union Street Extension Project #22-09 to Advance Construction, Inc. for an amount not to exceed $596,039.83. The motion was made by Ald. Christianson and seconded by Ald. Morrow, with all 11 aldermen present voting in favor. The meeting was a special session and adjourned shortly after the vote.

• Awarded Union Street Extension Project #22-09 to Advance Construction, Inc. (11-0)

Public Policy and General Government

The Public Policy and General Government Committee will consider various license renewals, including liquor, taxicab, and animal establishment licenses. The meeting also includes requests for street closures for summer events like the Fourth of July Parade. Additionally, an amendment regarding marijuana possession deposit amounts is on the agenda.

• Liquor license renewals for businesses including AstroJun and West Side Mobil
• Temporary liquor licenses for the Point Classic Summer Softball Tournament and Roller Derby games
• Street closing requests for Riverfront Rendezvous and Discover Downtown
• Ordinance amendment regarding marijuana possession deposit amounts
• Renewals for commercial animal establishment licenses

The committee approved an ordinance amendment to reduce the deposit amount for possession of marijuana and drug paraphernalia and adjust the quantity threshold for possession. The vote passed with a majority in favor and a minority opposed, despite concerns from some alderpersons and law enforcement about leaving marijuana policy to the state. The amendment was one of several items approved, including liquor license renewals, event permits, and beekeeper permits.

• Approved ordinance amendment reducing marijuana possession deposit and quantity thresholds (majority vote)
• Approved liquor license renewals and temporary licenses for multiple establishments and events (unanimous)
• Approved recurring events: Riverfront Rendezvous, Fourth of July Parade, Discover Downtown (unanimous)
• Approved new events: Roller Derby Games on July 16 and August 13 (unanimous)
• Approved beekeeper permits for Lucas Arneson and Matt Jaworski (unanimous)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will discuss the terms and obligations of a $3.5 million STP Grant. The committee will also consider a park donation agreement involving General Capital and the Sisters of St. Joseph Third Order of St. Francis. Additionally, members will discuss the future of Edgewater Manor.

• Discussion on $3.5 million STP Grant terms
• Park donation agreement with General Capital and Sisters of St. Joseph
• Future of Edgewater Manor discussion
• Development agreements for properties in TIF Districts #10 and #13
• Fire protective services agreement for Village of Park Ridge

The Finance Committee approved a park donation agreement with General Capital and the Sisters of St. Joseph, voted to move forward with razing Edgewater Manor, and approved claims paid totaling $5,574,523.27. The committee also discussed the $3.5 million STP Grant obligations and adjourned into closed session to discuss development agreements and a fire services agreement with the Village of Park Ridge, reconvening without further action.

• Approved park donation agreement with General Capital and Sisters of St. Joseph (unanimous)
• Approved moving forward with razing Edgewater Manor (unanimous)
• Approved claims paid of $5,574,523.27 (unanimous)
• Adjourned into closed session for development and fire services discussions (4-1, Dalton opposed)
• Reconvened into open session with no further action (unanimous)

Police and Fire Commission

The Police and Fire Commission will consider authorizing the hiring of two police officers and posting Division Chief and Battalion Chief positions. The meeting also includes updates on Station #1 and a closed session regarding fire protective services for the Village of Park Ridge.

• Posting of Division Chief and Battalion Chief positions
• Authorization to hire 2 police officers
• Station #1 building updates
• Closed session regarding fire services agreement with the Village of Park Ridge

Zoning Board of Appeals

This meeting consists of procedural items and a presentation by the City Attorney regarding the roles and responsibilities of the Zoning Board of Appeals. The board will also review minutes from the November 18, 2021, meeting.

• Presentation by the City Attorney on the roles and responsibilities of the Zoning Board of Appeals

City Plan Commission

The City Plan Commission will review several development requests, including five new duplexes near North Point Drive and Georgia Street North. The agenda also includes substation upgrades at 3214 Hoover Road and improvements to Goerke Park and the K.B. Willett Ice Arena.

• Conditional use permit for electrical substation upgrades at 3214 Hoover Road
• Construction of five duplexes near North Point Drive and Georgia Street North
• Official Street Map amendments for Union Street and Academy Avenue
• Improvements to Goerke Park and K.B. Willett Ice Arena addition
• Sign variance request for 2801 Hoover Road

Board of Review

This meeting involves the 2022 Board of Review conducting its annual procedures. The board will elect officers, examine the 2022 Assessment Roll, and hear objections to property assessments.

• Election of Chairperson and Vice Chairperson
• Examination of the 2022 Assessment Roll
• Hearing objections to property assessments
• Review of requests for notice waivers and testimony methods

The Stevens Point Board of Review met on June 2, 2022, and elected Fred Steffen as Chairperson and Larry Sipiorski as Vice Chairperson. No objections, waiver requests, or stipulations were filed, so the board adjourned sine die at 11:03 a.m. The assessor reported on the 2022 assessment roll, including strong residential sales and new construction figures.

• Elected Fred Steffen as Chairperson (3-2)
• Elected Larry Sipiorski as Vice Chairperson (majority vote)
• Adjourned sine die with no objections heard (all ayes)

Historic Preservation and Design Review Commission

The commission will consider a design review for a mural at 1224 Strongs Avenue. They will also evaluate a request to demolish the structure and parking areas at 1450 Water Street.

• Design review for a mural at 1224 Strongs Avenue
• Demolition review for the property at 1450 Water Street
• Approval of May 4, 2022 meeting minutes

Park Commission

The Park Commission will discuss a donation agreement for the convent park parcel and a courtyard upgrade proposal from the Boys and Girls Club. The agenda also includes reviews of alcohol service requests at KB Willett Arena and revisions to pool rental policies.

• Donation agreement for the convent park parcel
• Courtyard upgrade proposal between the Recreation Center and Boys and Girls Club Building
• Alcohol service request for Mid-State Sisters of Skate at KB Willett Arena
• Revision to Donald Copps Municipal Pool Rental Policy #1.04
• Updates on Iverson Park restroom and Mead Park pickleball projects

The Board of Park Commissioners unanimously accepted the donation agreement for the convent park parcel, recommended approval of the Boys and Girls Club courtyard upgrade, and approved alcohol service at KB Willett Arena for two events. They also approved revisions to the pool rental policy and the May meeting minutes.

• Approved May 4, 2022 meeting minutes (10-0)
• Accepted donation agreement for convent park parcel (10-0)
• Recommended approval of Boys and Girls Club courtyard upgrade with amendments (10-0)
• Recommended approval of alcohol service at KB Willett Arena on July 16 and August 13 (10-0)
• Approved revisions to Donald Copps Municipal Pool Rental Policy #1.04 (10-0)

Housing Taskforce

The Housing Taskforce is meeting to discuss the definition of family within the zoning code. The group will also consider strategies to increase home ownership opportunities through social equity, focusing on zoning, economic development, and community engagement.

• Discussion on the definition of family in the zoning code
• Review of home ownership opportunities through social equity
• Discussion regarding economic development and financial assistance
• Discussion regarding community engagement

Common Council

The Stevens Point Common Council is reviewing various committee reports and considering several city contracts. Key items include a facade improvement grant for 1040 Main Street and a license for media conduits on North Point Drive. The council will also discuss development agreements and personnel changes.

• $739,546.18 contract award to Sprinturf, LLC for Community Stadium turf replacement
• $43,912.00 facade improvement grant request for 1040 Main Street
• Revocable Occupancy License for Sentry World on North Point Drive
• Assignment and Amendment to Development Agreement with Opera House, LLC
• Request to increase hours for Director of Riverfront Art Center

The Common Council approved the Synthetic Turf Replacement Project for Community Stadium in Goerke Park, awarding the contract to Sprinturf, LLC for up to $739,546.18. The council also approved a $43,912 facade improvement grant for 1040 Main Street, a revocable occupancy license for Sentry World, and several other items. All votes were unanimous with no nays recorded.

• Approved Synthetic Turf Replacement Project for Community Stadium to Sprinturf, LLC, not to exceed $739,546.18 (unanimous)
• Approved $43,912.00 facade improvement grant to Bill Schierl for 1040 Main Street (unanimous)
• Approved revocable occupancy license for Sentry World to install media conduits on North Point Drive (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including various commission actions, with Finance Committee item #3 pulled for discussion (unanimous)
• Approved Finance Committee item #3 authorizing DPW to apply for infrastructure grants (unanimous)
• Approved increase in hours for Director of Riverfront Art Center (unanimous)
• Approved Weights and Measures Contract with DATCP (unanimous)
• Approved Assignment and Amendment to Development Agreement with Opera House, LLC (unanimous)

Board of Water and Sewerage Commissioners

The Board of Water and Sewerage Commissioners will review several departmental reports including water supply, sewage treatment, and construction maintenance. The agenda also includes the approval of 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 of Water and Sewerage Commissioners approved the April 11, 2022 meeting minutes and the department claims for April 2022, both unanimously. Staff reported on ongoing projects, including air mixer installation, hydrant flushing, digester repairs, and fiber expansion. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved April 11, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved April 2022 department claims as audited (unanimous)

Airport Commission

The Airport Commission will conduct roll call and approve meeting minutes. The agenda also includes approval of department claims and a report from Jason Draheim.

• Approval of department claims
• Report from Jason Draheim

The Airport Commission approved the April 11, 2022 meeting minutes and the department claims for April 2022 as audited. Staff reported on the ongoing fence project, noting materials for the new Izaak Walton League driveway and Green Circle Trail have been placed, with transition planned for next week. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved April 11, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved April 2022 department claims as audited (unanimous)

Transit Commission

The Stevens Point Transportation Commission approved a fare waiver for people 18 and under from June 6 to September 2, 2022. They also approved using transit general funds to purchase a paratransit vehicle at a local cost of $18,056, and approved the April minutes and financial report.

• Approved fare waiver for people 18 and under, June 6–September 2, 2022 (all ayes)
• Approved $18,056 local cost for paratransit vehicle purchase (all ayes)
• Approved April 11, 2022 minutes (all ayes)
• Approved April 2022 financial/claims report (all ayes)

Public Policy and General Government

The Public Policy and General Government Committee will discuss upcoming street closures for filming and community events. The committee will also review several liquor, wine, and animal establishment license applications. This includes a request for a seasonal parklet extension at Ruby, Ruby Colorful Coffees.

• Street closure requests for filming on Main Street and Juneteenth celebrations
• Liquor license applications for Atithi, LLC and Main Grain Bakery & Eatery
• Temporary beer and wine licenses for CREATE Portage County events
• Commercial Animal Establishment License for The Dog Groomers LLC
• Seasonal parklet extension request for Ruby, Ruby Colorful Coffees

The committee denied a Class B beer/liquor license for Atithi LLC at 5110 Main St after police reported 35 calls to the location in three months. It approved two street-closing events, a video filming on Main Street, and a list of other licenses including recurring events and temporary permits.

• Approved amended request for Main Street video filming on May 15, 2022 (all ayes)
• Approved Juneteenth and Walk Wisconsin street closings (all ayes)
• Denied Class B beer/liquor license for Atithi LLC at 5110 Main St (all nays)
• Approved license list including Main Grain Bakery, The Dog Groomers, CREATE Portage County, Holy Spirit Parish, Ruby Colorful Coffees, and 2022-2023 licenses (all ayes)

Common Council

The Stevens Point Common Council will hold a special meeting to consider a special event involving video filming on Main Street. The agenda also includes roll call and adjournment.

• Special event for filming a video on Main Street

The Common Council held a special meeting and approved a special event permit for filming a video on Main Street. The motion passed unanimously with all 11 aldermen voting in favor. No other substantive decisions were made, and the meeting adjourned shortly after.

• Approved special event for filming video on Main Street (11-0)

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will review updates on local road construction projects. This includes reports on the Business 51 reconstruction and the 2022 Road Resurfacing Project. The board will also consider a license for Sentry World to install media conduits on North Point Drive.

• Revocable Occupancy License for Sentry World on North Point Drive
• Business 51 (Division and Church Streets) Reconstruction Project update
• 2022 Road Resurfacing Project update

The Board of Public Works approved a revocable occupancy license allowing Sentry World to install media conduits within the right-of-way on North Point Drive. The board also approved the Director's Report, which covered the Business 51 reconstruction project and the 2022 road resurfacing project. Both motions passed unanimously.

• Approved revocable occupancy license for Sentry World media conduits on North Point Drive (unanimous)
• Approved Director's Report on Business 51 and 2022 road resurfacing projects (unanimous)

Finance Committee

The committee will discuss applications for federal infrastructure improvement grants and a purchase agreement for the Fire Department Training Facility building. The agenda also includes reviewing a contract with DATCP and an amendment to a development agreement with Opera House, LLC.

• Infrastructure improvement grant applications (STP-Urban and STP-Bridge)
• Purchase agreement for the Fire Department Training Facility building
• Weights and Measures Contract with DATCP
• Development Agreement amendment with Opera House, LLC
• Designation of the official newspaper

The Finance Committee unanimously approved all agenda items, including a $1,711,695.04 payment of claims, a weights and measures contract with DATCP, authorization for DPW to apply for federal infrastructure grants, a purchase agreement for a fire training facility, an assignment/amendment to the Opera House development agreement, designation of the Portage County Gazette as official newspaper, and an accountant position overlap.

• Approved weights and measures contract with DATCP (unanimous)
• Authorized DPW to apply for federal infrastructure grants (unanimous)
• Approved staff to enter purchase agreement for Fire Department Training Facility (unanimous)
• Approved assignment and amendment to Development Agreement with Opera House, LLC (unanimous)
• Designated Portage County Gazette as official newspaper (unanimous)
• Approved accountant position overlap in Treasurer's Office (unanimous)
• Approved claims paid totaling $1,711,695.04 (unanimous)

Personnel Committee

The committee will consider out-of-state travel for the Community Media Manager and temporary assignment pay for the Deputy Comptroller-Treasurer. Members will also review an amendment to the uniform and clothing allowance policy.

• Request for out-of-state travel for Community Media Manager
• Amendment to Administrative Policy 3.01(11) regarding uniform/clothing allowance
• Request to start Assistant Chief of Fire at Step 4 per Administrative Policy 2.06
• Request for temporary assignment pay for Deputy Comptroller-Treasurer

The Personnel Committee unanimously approved four items: out-of-state travel for the Community Media Manager, an amendment to Administrative Policy 3.01(11) regarding uniform/clothing allowance, starting the Assistant Chief of Fire at Step 4 per Administrative Policy 2.06, and temporary assignment pay for the Deputy Comptroller-Treasurer. All motions passed with ayes all and nays none.

• Approved out-of-state travel for Community Media Manager (unanimous)
• Approved amendment to Administrative Policy 3.01(11) uniform/clothing allowance (unanimous)
• Approved starting Assistant Chief of Fire at Step 4 per Administrative Policy 2.06 (unanimous)
• Approved temporary assignment pay for Deputy Comptroller-Treasurer (unanimous)

Historic Preservation and Design Review Commission

The commission will select its Chairperson and Vice Chairperson. Members will also review a report from the April 6, 2022 meeting and consider a facade improvement grant request for 1040 Main Street.

• Selection of Chairperson
• Selection of Vice Chairperson
• $43,912.00 facade improvement grant request for 1040 Main Street

Park Commission

The Board of Park Commissioners will elect a Chairperson and Vice Chairperson. The commission will also consider an alcohol service request from Point Fastpitch for Goerke Park and a contract for turf replacement at Community Stadium.

• Election of Chairperson and Vice Chairperson
• Alcohol service request from Point Fastpitch for a youth softball tournament in Goerke Park
• Synthetic turf replacement contract for Community Stadium up to $739,546.18
• Updates on KB Willett roof and bandshell repairs

The Board of Park Commissioners approved the Synthetic Turf Replacement Project for Community Stadium in Goerke Park, awarding the contract to Sprinturf, LLC for up to $739,546.18. The board also recommended approval of Point Fastpitch's request to serve alcohol during a youth softball tournament at Goerke Park. Additionally, Wayne Sorenson was elected Chairperson and Liz McDonald Vice Chairperson, and the April 6 meeting minutes were approved.

• Awarded Synthetic Turf Replacement Project to Sprinturf, LLC, not to exceed $739,546.18 (11-0)
• Recommended approval of Point Fastpitch's request to serve alcohol during youth softball tournament at Goerke Park (11-0)
• Elected Wayne Sorenson as Chairperson (11-0)
• Elected Liz McDonald as Vice Chairperson (11-0)
• Approved April 6, 2022 meeting minutes (11-0)

Police and Fire Commission

The commission will elect a President and Secretary and discuss 2022 operational budget concerns. The agenda also includes fire department promotions, new hires, and an update on Truck 22.

• Election of Commission President and Secretary
• Discussion of 2022 operational budget concerns with a 0% increase
• Promotion of Dennis Zvara to Assistant Chief
• Hire Anthony Ewing as Division Chief
• Update on Truck 22 from Pierce

Redevelopment Authority

The Redevelopment Authority will review financial reports from November 2021 through February 2022. The meeting includes discussions on options for 1700 Strongs Avenue and updates on EPA Brownfields grants. A closed session is scheduled to negotiate a potential development agreement for 1200 Main Street.

• Approval of January 11, 2022 meeting minutes
• Financial reports from November 2021 through February 2022
• Options for 1700 Strongs Avenue
• EPA Brownfields Assessment Grant Program update
• Negotiation of a development agreement for 1200 Main Street and an adjacent parking lot

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will hold a special meeting to select its leadership. The agenda includes choosing a Chairperson and a Vice-Chairperson for the board.

• Selection of a Chairperson for the Board of Public Works
• Selection of a Vice-Chairperson for the Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works held a special meeting to select its officers. Mayor Wiza was unanimously elected Chairperson, and Ald. Morrow was unanimously elected Vice-Chairperson. The meeting adjourned shortly after.

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

Tourism Commission

The Tourism Commission will meet to elect a Chairperson and Vice Chairperson. The commission will also discuss a $100,000 funding request for the Bukolt Park Improvement Project.

• Election of Chairperson and Vice Chairperson
• $100,000 application for Bukolt Park Improvement Project
• Approval of December 15, 2021 meeting minutes

Housing Taskforce

The Housing Taskforce will discuss strategies to diversify the city's housing stock and increase home ownership opportunities through social equity. The meeting includes a presentation from Origin Family Home Builders regarding residential builder perspectives. Discussions will cover zoning, economic development, and community engagement.

• Presentation by Matt & Jeff Rice of Origin Family Home Builders
• Discussion on diversifying and expanding the City's housing stock
• Discussion on increasing home ownership opportunities through social equity
• Review of zoning, economic development, and community engagement strategies

Personnel Committee

The Personnel Committee will meet to elect a new Chair and Vice-Chair. No other business is scheduled for this meeting.

• Election of Committee Chair
• Election of Vice-Chair

Personnel Committee

The Personnel Committee will meet on April 19, 2022, to discuss and potentially act on electing a committee Chair and Vice-Chair. The meeting is scheduled for 5:15 PM at the Community Room.

• Election of Committee Chair
• Election of Vice-Chair

The Stevens Point Personnel Committee held a special meeting and elected new leadership. Ald. Zarazua was unanimously elected Chair and Ald. Dalton was unanimously elected Vice-Chair. The meeting adjourned shortly after, with no other substantive decisions made.

• Elected Ald. Zarazua as Committee Chair (unanimous)
• Elected Ald. Dalton as Vice-Chair (unanimous)

Personnel Committee

The Special Finance Committee will meet to elect a new committee chair and vice-chair. This meeting consists only of these procedural election items.

• Election of Committee Chair
• Election of Vice-Chair

The Stevens Point Finance Committee held a special meeting to elect its leadership. Ald. Johnson was elected Chair and Ald. Dalton was elected Vice-Chair, both by unanimous vote. The meeting adjourned shortly after.

• Elected Ald. Johnson as Committee Chair (unanimous)
• Elected Ald. Dalton as Vice-Chair (unanimous)

Common Council

The Common Council will consider ordinance amendments regarding accessory dwelling and commercial units. The agenda also includes reviewing several large-scale infrastructure and street improvement contracts.

• Zoning amendment for accessory dwelling and commercial units
• $8,709,540.24 contract award to A-1 Excavating Inc. for streets improvement
• $420,000 city contribution for stadium and park improvements
• $114,473.98 facade improvement grant for 1124 Main Street
• Pavement and curb/gutter contracts with Fahrner Asphalt Sealers

The Common Council approved the 2022 Streets Improvement Project #22-01 for A-1 Excavating Inc. at $8,709,540.24, and passed a zoning ordinance amendment allowing accessory dwelling units (ADUs) and accessory commercial units citywide. The council also approved funding for Community Stadium, Goerke Park, and KB Willett Arena improvements, including a $420,000 city contribution and bonding. All votes were unanimous except the ADU zoning change, which passed 7-4.

• Approved 2022 Streets Improvement Project #22-01 to A-1 Excavating Inc. up to $8,709,540.24 (unanimous)
• Approved zoning amendment allowing accessory dwelling units and accessory commercial units (7-4)
• Approved funding for Community Stadium, Goerke Park, and KB Willett Arena improvements, including $420,000 city contribution and bonding (unanimous)
• Approved $114,473.98 facade improvement grant for Opera House LLC at 1124 Main Street (unanimous)
• Approved 2022 Pavement Maintenance Project #22-04 to Fahrner Asphalt Sealers up to $244,303.13 (unanimous)
• Approved 2022 Curb, Gutter and Sidewalk Project #22-05 to Fahrner Asphalt Sealers up to $230,238.05 (unanimous)
• Approved resolution declaring No Mow May (10-1)
• Disallowed claims from Four Seasons MHC, LLC (unanimous)

Canvassing Board

The Stevens Point Canvassing Board will verify the absence of provisional ballots from the April 5, 2022, Spring Election. The board will also canvass results for the District 1 Alderperson and all even-numbered District Alderpersons.

• Verification of no provisional ballots for April 5, 2022, Spring Election
• Canvassing municipal results for District 1 Alderperson
• Canvassing municipal results for even-numbered District Alderpersons

The Canvassing Board verified there were no provisional ballots and certified the municipal results for all even-numbered alderperson districts and District 1. Vote tallies were confirmed for each district, with winners including Marc Christianson, David Shorr, Mykeerah Zarazua, Ron Carlson, Dean Shuda, and Robert Larson. The meeting adjourned at 8:55 a.m.

• Verified no provisional ballots in any district
• Certified District 1 results: Marc Christianson 272, Stephen Klein 118, 1 scattering
• Certified District 2 (Wards 4&5): David Shorr 205, Corey Kealiher 107, 1 scattering
• Certified District 2 (Ward 6): David Shorr 71, Corey Kealiher 24
• Certified District 4 (Wards 10&11): Mykeerah Zarazua 183, David Crueger 107
• Certified District 4 (Ward 12): David Crueger 73, Mykeerah Zarazua 70
• Certified District 6: Ron Carlson 511, 9 scattering
• Certified District 8: Dean Shuda 381, Thomas Leek 361

Board of Water and Sewerage Commissioners

The Board will discuss the scope of services for Well 12 and the impact of 2022 reconstruction projects on capital. The meeting also includes reports on water supply, sewage treatment, and the 2021 MS4 Annual Report.

• Scope of services with Strand and Associates for Well 12
• 2022 Reconstruction Projects and impact on 2022 Capital
• 2021 MS4 Annual Report
• Water Supply and Distribution Reports
• Sewage Treatment Operations Report

Airport Commission

The meeting includes approval of minutes and department claims. A written or verbal report from Jason Draheim will also be presented.

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

Transit Commission

The Transportation Commission will review the March 14, 2022 minutes and the March 2022 financial/claims report. The meeting includes updates from the Transportation Superintendent regarding Route 3 Red changes and paratransit vehicles.

• Approval of March 14, 2022 minutes
• Approval of March 2022 financial/claims report
• Update on Route 3 Red changes
• Update on paratransit vehicles

The Stevens Point Transportation Commission met on April 11, 2022, and approved the March 14, 2022 minutes and the March 2022 financial/claims report, both unanimously. The commission also discussed a proposed rerouting of Route 3 Red to the business park and crossroads, an update on paratransit vehicle purchasing after a canceled order, and staffing updates. No other formal decisions were made.

• Approved March 14, 2022 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved March 2022 financial/claims report (unanimous)

Public Policy and General Government

The committee will consider several liquor license applications and requests for street closures. They will also discuss proposed amendments to the city's building and premises maintenance ordinance.

• Liquor licenses for Stevens Point Softball Association and Rock-N-Roll Bar & Grill
• Temporary liquor licenses for St. Peter Parish, CREATE Portage County, and Wonderful Water Run Inc.
• Street closing requests for Stevens Point Brewery Block Party and Wonderful Water Run
• Ordinance amendments regarding Chapter 21 Building and Premises Maintenance and Occupancy

The Public Policy and General Government Committee approved an ordinance amendment to Chapter 21, covering building and premises maintenance and occupancy, after a presentation by the Neighborhood Improvement Coordinator. The committee also approved two Class B liquor licenses, three temporary Class B beer/wine licenses, and two event/street closure requests, all by unanimous votes. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved Chapter 21 building and premises maintenance ordinance amendment (unanimous)
• Approved Class B beer/liquor licenses for Stevens Point Softball Association and Rock-N-Roll Bar & Grill (unanimous)
• Approved temporary Class B beer/wine licenses for St. Peter Parish, CREATE Portage County, and Wonderful Water Run Inc. (unanimous)
• Approved event/street closures for Stevens Point Brewery Block Party and Wonderful Water Run (unanimous)

Finance Committee

The Stevens Point Finance Committee will discuss updates on 2022 Capital Road Projects and their potential impact on the capital budget. The committee will also consider additional funding for building improvements at Community Stadium, Goerke Park, and KB Willett Arena. Additionally, members may review funds from TIF #6 for the Facade Improvement Grant Program.

• Update on 2022 Capital Road Projects and capital budget impacts
• Additional funding for Community Stadium, Goerke Park, and KB Willett Arena improvements
• Additional funds from TIF #6 for the Facade Improvement Grant Program
• Approval of claims paid

Board of Public Works

The Board will consider several contract awards for street, pavement, and sidewalk projects. The meeting also includes a presentation on the Business 51 reconstruction project status and reviews ordinance amendments regarding traffic signs and streets.

• Awarding 2022 Streets Improvement Project to A-1 Excavating Inc. ($8,709,540.24)
• Awarding 2022 Pavement Maintenance Project to Fahrner Asphalt Sealers ($244,303.13)
• Awarding 2022 Curb, Gutter and Sidewalk Project to Fahrner Asphalt Sealers ($230,238.05)
• Ordinance amendments regarding traffic signs (Chapter 9)
• Ordinance amendments regarding streets, alleys, and sidewalks (Chapter 16)

The Board of Public Works approved all items on the agenda, including awarding the 2022 Streets Improvement Project to A-1 Excavating Inc. for up to $8,709,540.24. Two ordinance amendments regarding traffic signs and streets/alleys/sidewalks were also accepted unanimously. The board additionally awarded contracts for pavement maintenance and curb, gutter, and sidewalk projects.

• Approved Director's Report and placed on file (unanimous)
• Approved ordinance amendments to Chapter 9, Sections 9.05 and 9.06 on traffic signs (unanimous)
• Approved ordinance amendments to Chapter 16 on streets, alleys and sidewalks (unanimous)
• Awarded 2022 Streets Improvement Project #22-01 to A-1 Excavating Inc., not to exceed $8,709,540.24 (unanimous)
• Awarded 2022 Pavement Maintenance Project #22-04 to Fahrner Asphalt Sealers, not to exceed $244,303.13 (unanimous)
• Awarded 2022 Curb, Gutter and Sidewalk Project #22-05 to Fahrner Asphalt Sealers, not to exceed $230,238.05 (unanimous)

Personnel Committee

The committee will discuss starting the Assistant Chief of Police at Step S4 and temporary assignment pay for the interim HR Manager. The meeting also includes action on a request for a medical leave of absence without pay.

• Request to start Assistant Chief of Police at Step S4
• Request for Temporary Assignment Pay for interim HR Manager
• Action on a request for a medical leave of absence without pay

The Personnel Committee approved starting the Assistant Chief of Police at Step S4 per Administrative Policy 2.06, and approved temporary assignment pay for the interim HR Manager. A closed session item regarding a medical leave of absence was rescinded, so no action was taken on it.

• Approved starting Assistant Chief of Police at Step S4 per Administrative Policy 2.06 (unanimous)
• Approved temporary assignment pay for interim HR Manager (unanimous)
• Rescinded closed session item on medical leave of absence request

Personnel Committee

The Police and Fire Commission will discuss requests to hire a police Assistant Chief and authorize the hiring of six firefighter/paramedics. The agenda also includes the promotion of Dana Williams to Assistant Chief and an update on the interview process for fire department leadership.

• Request to hire a police Assistant Chief at Step 4 of the pay plan
• Promotion of Dana Williams to the rank of Assistant Chief
• Authorization to hire six firefighter/paramedics
• Update on interview process for new Assistant Chief and Division Chiefs within the Fire Department

Historic Preservation and Design Review Commission

The commission will consider a request from Opera House LLC for a facade improvement grant at 1124 Main Street. The meeting also includes a conceptual plan review for exterior improvements at 1052 Main Street.

• $114,473.98 facade improvement grant request for 1124 Main Street
• Conceptual plan review for exterior improvements at 1052 Main Street
• Report of the March 2, 2022 meeting

Park Commission

The Park Commission will consider a resolution to apply for a DNR grant for Emerson Park. The meeting also includes discussions regarding Community Stadium and Goerke Park improvements and repairs for 817 2nd Street.

• Resolution for Wisconsin DNR Grant for Emerson Park
• Improvements to Community Stadium and Goerke Park
• Rejection of bid for Pfiffner Pioneer Park Bandshell roof and site repair
• Dedication of park lands for The Convent Redevelopment Project
• Repairs for 817 2nd Street rental property

The Board of Park Commissioners approved several items, including a resolution to apply for a Wisconsin DNR grant for Emerson Park, the Community Stadium and Goerke Park improvement project, a remodel of the 817 2nd Street N rental property, and the dedication of park land for The Convent Redevelopment Project. They also rejected a bid for the Pfiffner Pioneer Park Bandshell roof and site repair. All votes were 9-0.

• Approved resolution to apply for WI DNR grant for Emerson Park (9-0)
• Accepted Community Stadium and Goerke Park improvement project (9-0)
• Approved remodel of 817 2nd Street N rental property (9-0)
• Rejected bid for Pfiffner Pioneer Park Bandshell roof and site repair (9-0)
• Approved dedication of park lands for The Convent Redevelopment Project (9-0)

City Plan Commission

The commission will hold a public hearing on amending the zoning ordinance to allow accessory dwelling and commercial units. The agenda also includes a fence waiver request for 1017 Ridge Road and a land dedication for a park at 1300 Maria Drive.

• Zoning amendment for accessory dwelling and commercial units
• Fence waiver request for 1017 Ridge Road
• Dedication of 1.517 acres for park purposes at 1300 Maria Drive

Housing Taskforce

The Housing Taskforce will discuss strategies to expand the city's housing stock. James Barrett of CAP Services will present on home owner assistance. The meeting also includes discussion regarding zoning, economic development, and community engagement.

• Presentation on Home Owner Assistance by James Barrett of CAP Services

Common Council

The Stevens Point Common Council is reviewing several infrastructure contracts and development requests. Agenda items include conditional use permits for a senior living facility and school improvements, alongside awards for utility roofing and fiber optic projects. The council will also discuss park developments and electric vehicle policy.

• Utility Roofing Project contract award of up to $295,794.95 to Nick Michels & Sons, Inc.
• Fiber Optic Project contract award of up to $246,057.88 to Elexco Inc.
• Conditional use permit for a senior living facility on Songbird Lane and Badger Avenue
• Award of $180,642 for the Donald Copps Municipal Pool replastering project
• Amendment to Ordinance 12.28 regarding Special Event Permits

The Common Council approved all items on the consent agenda and all resolutions presented, including conditional use permits for duplexes off Doolittle Drive, improvements to Bananch Elementary School, a modified conceptual plan for Great Northern Distilling, and a senior living facility off Songbird Lane and Badger Avenue. Contracts were awarded for the Utility Roofing Project (base bids 1 and 2 to Nick Michels & Sons, Inc. for $295,794.95; base bid 3 to Badger Coatings & Insulation, LLC for $8,970.00) and the Fiber Optic Project to Elexco Inc. for $246,057.88. The council also approved a preliminary resolution for storm sewer laterals, a temporary pay differential for late shift street repair, an ordinance amendment for special event permits, land use and development agreements for 1300 Maria Drive, the Mead Park Pickleball Court Project ($51,524), and the Donald Copps Municipal Pool replastering project ($180,642). A claim from Richard Wanta regarding garage floor cracks was denied, and the council approved the Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Economic Development Policy Guidebook before adjourning to closed session.

• Approved consent agenda including minutes, commission actions, and contracts (9-0)
• Approved conditional use permit for duplexes off Doolittle Drive (9-0)
• Approved conditional use permit for Bananch Elementary School improvements (9-0)
• Approved modified conceptual plan for Great Northern Distilling at 1009 Second Street (9-0)
• Approved conditional use permit for senior living facility off Songbird Lane and Badger Avenue (9-0)
• Awarded Utility Roofing Project contracts to Nick Michels & Sons, Inc. ($295,794.95) and Badger Coatings & Insulation, LLC ($8,970.00) (9-0)
• Awarded Fiber Optic Project to Elexco Inc. ($246,057.88) (9-0)
• Denied claim from Richard Wanta for garage floor cracks (9-0)

Police and Fire Commission

The commission will discuss the potential promotion of Assistant Chief Robert Kussow to Chief of Police following Chief Zenner's retirement. The meeting includes a closed session to review Kussow's background check.

• Review of Assistant Chief Robert Kussow's background check
• Possible action on promoting Assistant Chief Kussow to Chief of Police

Administrative Appeals Committee

The Administrative Appeals Board will review minutes from the November 17, 2021 meeting and consider appeals for property maintenance violation notices and service charges. These appeals involve specific addresses in Stevens Point.

• Appeal of property maintenance violation notice: 2445 Stanley Street
• Appeal of property maintenance violation notice: 1817 Reserve Street
• Appeal of property maintenance violation notice: 441 Fourth Avenue
• Appeal of property maintenance violation notice: 726 Franklin Street

Board of Water and Sewerage Commissioners

The Board of Water and Sewerage Commissioners will consider several utility contracts and reports. This includes a contract award for the Utility Roofing Project and updates on digester #3 cover repairs. The board will also discuss engineering services with Ruekert-Mielke.

• Contract award for Utility Roofing Project to Nick Michels & Sons, Inc. not to exceed $295,794.95
• Discussion on engineering scope of services with Ruekert-Mielke
• Update and approval regarding digester #3 cover repair
• Information regarding contract 22-16 Fiber Optic Project

The Board approved an engineering scope of services with Ruekert-Mielke for up to $33,600 for water system modeling and study related to the East Park Commerce Center. They also awarded contracts for the Utility Roofing Project and the Fiber Optic Project, and approved a $20,000 budget modification for digester cover repair. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved Ruekert-Mielke engineering scope for EPCC, not to exceed $33,600 (unanimous)
• Approved contract 22-10 Utility Roofing Project to Nick Michels & Sons, Inc., not to exceed $295,794.95 (unanimous)
• Approved contract 22-16 Fiber Optic Project to Elexco Inc., not to exceed $246,057.88 (unanimous)
• Approved modifying 2022 Capital O&M Plan to add $20,000 for Digester 3 Cover Repair (unanimous)
• Approved February 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved February 2022 department claims (unanimous)

Airport Commission

The Airport Commission will discuss updates regarding a fence project and runway reconstruction. The commission will also consider awarding a contract for the Utility Roofing Project.

• Contract award for Utility Roofing Project to Badger Coatings & Insulation, LLC up to $8,970.00
• Update on fence project
• Update on runway reconstruction

The Airport Commission approved the minutes and department claims for February 2022, and awarded a roofing contract. The contract for the Utility Roofing Project was awarded to Badger Coatings & Insulation, LLC for up to $8,970 including contingency. Updates were provided on the fence project and runway reconstruction, with a sponsor memo approved to ensure the runway project proceeds this year.

• Approved February 14, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved February 2022 department claims (unanimous)
• Awarded contract 22-10 Utility Roofing Project to Badger Coatings & Insulation, LLC for up to $8,970 including 15% contingency (unanimous)

Transit Commission

The Transportation Commission will meet to consider Rural Route bid restructuring and review February 2022 financial reports. The agenda also includes updates regarding Passio Go, LNT routes, and staffing.

• Approval of Rural Route bid restructuring
• Update on Passio Go
• LNT route updates
• Staff update
• Approval of February 2022 financial/claims report

Personnel Committee

The Personnel Committee will discuss fire department reorganization affecting several positions. This includes the classification of Battalion Chief and reclassification of Training Officer and Fire Marshal. The committee will also consider a request for an internal promotion.

• Reclassification of Training Officer and Fire Marshal roles
• Initial classification of Battalion Chief role
• Request for internal promotion per Administrative Policy 2.06

The Personnel Committee approved the initial classification of Battalion Chief and reclassification of Training Officer and Fire Marshal related to a reorganization at the Stevens Point Fire Department. It also approved an internal promotion per Administrative Policy 2.06. Both motions passed unanimously with no dissenting votes.

• Approved initial classification of Battalion Chief and reclassification of Training Officer and Fire Marshal (unanimous)
• Approved internal promotion per Administrative Policy 2.06 (unanimous)

Public Policy and General Government

The committee will review several beer and liquor license applications for local businesses and temporary events. Members will also consider street closing requests for various summer festivals and concerts. Additionally, the committee will discuss potential changes to special event permits and property maintenance codes.

• Beer and liquor license applications for businesses on Main St
• Temporary licenses for events at Bukolt Park and Pfiffner Pioneer Park
• Street closing requests for the Riverfront Jazz Festival and Stevens Point Pride
• Amendment to Ordinance 12.28 regarding Special Event Permits
• Discussion of amendments to the Property Maintenance Code

The committee unanimously approved the license list, event/street closures, and an ordinance amendment to Section 12.28 on special event permits. The event list was amended to require two contractual police officers at the Stevens Point Pride event. Discussion on property maintenance code amendments was held but no action was taken.

• Approved license list including beer and liquor licenses for Pallet & Planks, Northward LLC, Icon WI, Underground, and temporary licenses (all ayes)
• Approved event/street closures for concerts, festivals, Pride, and Trivia Parade (all ayes)
• Amended event motion to include two contractual police officers for Stevens Point Pride (all ayes)
• Approved Ordinance Amendment 12.28 Special Event Permits (all ayes)

Finance Committee

The committee will consider several requests for additional capital project funding, including improvements to the Donald Copps Municipal Pool and airport runway at Mattson Field. Members will also discuss a Grant Transfer Development Agreement involving GenCap Danna Stevens Point 102, LLC. The agenda includes reviewing infrastructure design funding and federal grant applications.

• Grant Transfer Development Agreement with Wisconsin Preservation Fund, Inc. and GenCap Danna Stevens Point 102, LLC
• Additional capital project funding for Donald Copps Municipal Pool improvements
• Funding for the 2022 sidewalk repair project and airport runway improvements at Mattson Field
• Awarding the bid for Fire Department Training Site improvements
• Change order with AECOM regarding additional hours for the Business 51 project

The Finance Committee unanimously approved all agenda items, including a $9.9 million claims payment, a grant transfer agreement, and several capital project fundings. Additional funding was approved for the municipal pool, sidewalk repairs, airport runway improvements, and TIF District 9 design. The committee also authorized grant applications and related engineering services, and awarded a fire department training site bid.

• Approved Grant Transfer Development Agreement with Wisconsin Preservation Fund and GenCap Danna Stevens Point 102 LLC (unanimous)
• Approved $180,642 for Donald Copps Municipal Pool improvements from unspent 2021 capital funds (unanimous)
• Approved $74,000 additional funding for 2022 sidewalk repair project (unanimous)
• Approved $268,000 for airport runway improvements at Stevens Point Municipal Airport-Mattson Field (unanimous)
• Approved $251,800 for design of roads and infrastructure in TIF District 9 (unanimous)
• Awarded fire department training site bid to Stuczynski Trucking and Excavating, Inc. not to exceed $233,148.41 (unanimous)
• Authorized DPW to apply for federal infrastructure grants (STP-Urban, STP-Local, STP-Bridge) (unanimous)
• Approved $100,000 for engineering/design services for grant applications (unanimous)

City Plan Commission

The City Plan Commission will consider several development requests, including duplex construction off Doolittle Drive and improvements to Bannach Elementary School. The agenda also includes site plan reviews for Great Northern Distilling and a new senior living facility.

• Duplex construction permit off Doolittle Drive
• Improvements to Bannach Elementary School at 5400 Walter Street
• Plan modifications for Great Northern Distilling at 1009 Second Street
• Senior living facility development off Songbird Lane and Badger Avenue
• Trail Easement Agreement for property at 1300 Maria Drive

Historic Preservation and Design Review Commission

The commission will consider a design review request from Ryan Wanta, representing Great Northern Distilling. The request involves the construction of a principal structure at 1009 Second Street. The agenda also includes a report on the December 2, 2021, meeting.

• Design review for a principal structure at 1009 Second Street
• Report of the December 2, 2021, meeting

Park Commission

The Park Commissioners will consider awarding contracts for the Donald Copps Municipal Pool replastering and the Mead Pickleball Court Project. The board will also discuss plans for Bukolt Park and city-owned boat slips on Franklin Street. Additionally, they will review a proposal for a Little Free Library in Hein Park.

• Award $180,642 contract for Donald Copps Municipal Pool replastering
• Award $51,524 contract for Mead Pickleball Court Project
• Award Downtown Landscape Maintenance Contract to Shulfer's Landscaping ($15,450 per year)
• Approval of Little Free Library and Pantry installation in Hein Park
• Discussion on Bukolt Park sand area and beach house building draft plans

Police and Fire Commission

The commission will hear a presentation by Lt. Joe Johnson regarding use of force. Members will also consider approving Officer Cody Stankowski for regular police officer status.

• Presentation by Lt. Joe Johnson on Use of Force
• Approval of Officer Cody Stankowski to regular police officer status
• Police Chief's Report
• Fire Chief/EMS Report

Housing Taskforce

The Housing Taskforce will hold a presentation and discussion regarding Portage County ALICE reporting and United Way initiatives. The session features Sue Wilcox, Executive Director of Portage County United Way.

• Presentation on Portage County ALICE Reporting and United Way Initiatives

Police and Fire Commission

Assistant Chief J. B. Moody will present a proposal regarding the restructure of the Fire Department. The discussion focuses specifically on the Battalion Chief position.

• Presentation on Fire Department restructuring and the Battalion Chief position

Canvassing Board

The Canvassing Board will review the municipal election results for the District 1 Alderperson position. The board will also correct any errors or irregularities identified during the canvass.

• Canvass of District 1 Alderperson municipal results

The Canvassing Board met to canvass municipal results for District 1 Alderperson and correct any errors or irregularities. The board verified no provisional voters and a total of 279 voters in District 1. The board determined the results: Gracia Day received 33 votes, Stephen Klein 47, Marc Christianson 193, 1 scattering, and 5 undervotes. The two candidates moving to the April ballot are Marc Christianson and Stephen Klein.

• Verified no provisional voters in District 1
• Confirmed total of 279 voters in District 1
• Certified District 1 results: Day 33, Klein 47, Christianson 193, 1 scattering, 5 undervotes
• Determined Marc Christianson and Stephen Klein advance to the April ballot

Common Council

The council will review committee actions and consider several land-use permits for duplexes and rooming houses. Additionally, members will discuss parking meter controls and the adoption of the City's Strategic Plan.

• Awarding Bituminous Patching Project #22-03 to American Asphalt of WI for up to $114,250.43
• Conditional use permit for three duplexes off Echo Dells Avenue
• Conditional use permit for a tourist rooming house at 2308 Main Street
• Ordinance amendment regarding Parking Meter Zones and Controls
• Adoption of the City’s Strategic Plan

The Common Council voted 10-1 to send RMC 4.18, a transportation finance ordinance, to the August 2022 primary ballot (or November general election if no primary) rather than adopt it directly. The council also approved a consent agenda with several items pulled for separate votes, including the license list and a Community Development Department reorganization. Other actions included approving conditional use permits for duplexes and a tourist rooming house, a bituminous patching contract, and a strategic plan amendment.

• Sent RMC 4.18 transportation finance ordinance to referendum (10-1)
• Approved consent agenda with items pulled for discussion (11-0)
• Approved license list (10-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved Community Development Department reorganization (10-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved conditional use permit for three duplexes off Echo Dells Avenue (11-0)
• Approved conditional use permit for tourist rooming house at 2308 Main Street (11-0)
• Awarded Bituminous Patching Project #22-03 to American Asphalt of WI, not to exceed $114,250.43 (11-0)
• Approved city strategic plan with amendment adding Emerson Park (11-0)

Police and Fire Commission

The commission will review background check information for Jb Moody in a closed session. Following this, the commission will reconvene in open session to consider an employment offer to Moody for the position of Fire Chief.

• Review of background check information for Fire Chief finalist Jb Moody
• Consideration of employment offer to Jb Moody for the position of Fire Chief

Board of Water and Sewerage Commissioners

The Board of Water and Sewerage Commissioners will discuss updates to the Capital Operations and Maintenance Plan. The meeting also includes a summary of stormwater utility funds used for street tree and street sweeping efforts.

• Additions and corrections to Capital Operations and Maintenance Plan
• Summary of Stormwater Utility funds used for street tree and street sweeping
• Water Supply and Distribution Reports
• Sewage Treatment Operations Report
• Construction and Maintenance Report

Airport Commission

The Airport Commission meeting consists of procedural items. The commission will review minutes and department claims, and receive a report from Jason Draheim.

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

The Stevens Point Airport Commission met on February 14, 2022, and approved the January 10, 2022 meeting minutes and the department claims for January 2022. Staff reported on the fence project, noting tree mulching is nearly complete and construction is expected to start in early April, weather permitting. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved January 10, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved January 2022 department claims as audited (unanimous)

Transit Commission

The Transportation Commission will discuss potentially waiving transit fares for SentryWorld’s 2023 USGA event in exchange for advertising revenue. The meeting also includes approval of January 2022 financial reports and minutes.

• Discussion on waiving fares for the 2023 USGA event at SentryWorld in lieu of advertising revenue
• Approval of January 10, 2022, meeting minutes
• Approval of the January 2022 financial/claims report

The Transportation Commission approved a motion allowing Central Transportation to explore dedicated bus routes for SentryWorld's 2023 USGA event, with local costs offset by advertising revenue. The commission also approved the January 10, 2022 minutes and the January 2022 financial/claims report. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved January 10, 2022 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved January 2022 financial/claims report (unanimous)
• Approved exploring dedicated routes for SentryWorld 2023 USGA event, with costs offset by advertising revenue (unanimous)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will receive an update on Surface Transportation Program (STP) Urban Funding. The committee will also discuss a claim for damages from a pothole and review claims paid.

• Update on STP Urban Funding
• Consideration of Cory Rolack damage claim from a pothole
• Approval of claims paid

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will discuss an ordinance amendment regarding parking meter zones and controls. The board is also considering a contract for a bituminous patching project and a license for fence construction near SentryWorld Golf Course.

• Ordinance amendment for parking meter zones and controls
• Bituminous Patching Project contract award to American Asphalt of WI up to $114,250.43
• Revocable Occupancy License for a fence at North Point Drive and Michigan Avenue
• Business 51 (Division & Church Streets) Reconstruction Project update

Public Policy and General Government

The Public Policy and General Government Committee will consider several liquor license applications and requests for event-related street closures. The committee will also discuss proposed amendments to city codes regarding owner responsibilities and premises maintenance.

• Liquor license change of ownership for Tokyo Steakhouse at 1617 Academy Ave
• Liquor license for Upstream Cider LLC at 2041 Madison St
• Temporary liquor licenses for Taste of Wine & Cheese and CW Solstice events
• Street closing requests for CW Solstice and Swamp Monster Adult Flashlight Egg Hunt
• Proposed code amendments regarding owner/occupant responsibilities and premises maintenance

Personnel Committee

The committee will consider amendments to Administrative Policies 2.06 and 2.07. The agenda also includes discussions regarding the reorganization of the Police Department records area and the Community Development Department.

• Amendments to Administrative Policy 2.06 and 2.07
• Reorganization of Records Area in the Police Department
• Reorganization of the Community Development Department

The Personnel Committee approved amendments to Administrative Policies 2.06 and 2.07, with one abstention. It also approved reorganizations of the Police Department's Records Area and the Community Development Department, with the latter approved after Alderperson Christianson recused himself due to a conflict of interest. All motions carried.

• Approved amendments to Administrative Policies 2.06 and 2.07 (4-0-1, Christianson abstained)
• Approved reorganization of Police Department Records Area (unanimous)
• Approved reorganization of Community Development Department (unanimous, Christianson recused)

City Plan Commission

The City Plan Commission will hold public hearings on requests for new duplexes off Echo Dells Avenue and a tourist rooming house at 2308 Main Street. The commission will also discuss ordinances regarding accessory dwelling and commercial units.

• Conditional use permit for three duplexes off Echo Dells Avenue
• Conditional use permit for a tourist rooming house at 2308 Main Street
• Fence waiver request for 601 Michigan Avenue North
• Communication Line Easement request for a parcel off Roosevelt Drive
• Discussion on Accessory Dwelling Unit & Accessory Commercial Unit Ordinance

Park Commission

The Park Commissioners will discuss a swing donation for Yulga Park and a building rental pledge for the Village of Park Ridge. The board will also consider quotes for Emerald Ash Borer tree treatments. A closed session is scheduled to negotiate a potential land acquisition for park purposes.

• Swing donation proposal for Yulga Park by Dr. Ralph and Marcia Locher
• Building rental pledge for Iverson Park All-Purpose Building usage by the Village of Park Ridge
• Award of Emerald Ash Borer Tree Treatment quote for 2022 and 2023
• Negotiation of a potential land acquisition for park purposes

The Board of Park Commissioners approved a contract with Trugreen for Emerald Ash Borer tree treatment at $6.15 per diameter inch for 2022-2023. The board also accepted a swing donation for Yulga Park, approved a building rental pledge for Iverson Park, and approved the January meeting minutes. The meeting moved into closed session to discuss a potential land acquisition.

• Approved January 5, 2022 meeting minutes with spelling edit (9-0)
• Accepted swing donation for Yulga Park from Dr. Ralph and Marcia Locher (9-0)
• Approved building rental pledge for Iverson Park All-Purpose Building with Village of Park Ridge (9-0)
• Awarded Emerald Ash Borer treatment contract to Trugreen at $6.15 per diameter inch (9-0)
• Moved into closed session to negotiate potential land acquisition for park purposes (9-0)

Police and Fire Commission

The Police and Fire Commission will meet to discuss police chief succession planning. The agenda also includes the confirmation of bills and reports from the police and fire chiefs.

• Discussion and possible action on police chief succession planning
• Confirmation of Bills
• Police Chief's Report
• Fire Chief's/EMS Report

The Police and Fire Commission voted unanimously to explore a succession plan for the Stevens Point Police Department's command staff, following a request from Police Chief Zenner. The commission also approved the January 2022 minutes and bills, and accepted the police and fire chiefs' reports for January 2022. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved January 6, 2022 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved January 2022 bills (unanimous)
• Approved exploring a succession plan for police command staff (unanimous)
• Accepted Police Chief's report for January 2022 (unanimous)
• Accepted Fire Chief's report for January 2022 (unanimous)

Police and Fire Commission

The commission will meet via Zoom to conduct business. The agenda includes a motion to enter a closed session to discuss public employee employment and interview candidates for the position of Fire Chief. The meeting will not reconvene in open session after the closed session portion.

• Closed session regarding employment of public employees
• Interviewing candidates for the position of Fire Chief

Police and Fire Commission

The Police and Fire Commission will hold a special meeting via Zoom. The commission plans to enter a closed session to interview candidates for the position of Fire Chief and discuss other employment matters.

• Closed session to interview candidates for Fire Chief
• Discussion regarding employment of public employees under Commission jurisdiction

Housing Taskforce

The Housing Taskforce will hear a presentation on student housing initiatives from UW-Stevens Point student government representatives. The meeting also includes a staff update regarding information gathering and preliminary goals or objectives.

• Presentation on student housing initiatives by UW-Stevens Point student government representatives
• Staff update on information gathering and preliminary goals/objectives

Common Council

The Common Council will consider ordinance amendments regarding polling places and wellhead protection districts. The agenda also includes a sign variance request and a relocation incentive for Edgewater Manor residents.

• Conditional use permit for hospitality stations at 601 Michigan Avenue North
• Sign variance request for 3733 Stanley Street
• Ordinance amendment regarding Wellhead Protection Overlay Districts
• Review of $25,000 Urban Forestry Grant Award
• Relocation incentive for Edgewater Manor residents

The Common Council approved a relocation incentive for Edgewater Manor residents, with an amendment setting the date to April 15, 2022. All other agenda items, including consent agenda, resolutions, and ordinance amendments, were approved unanimously.

• Approved consent agenda including minutes, commission actions, and financial report (10-0)
• Approved resolution for World Migratory Bird Day (10-0)
• Approved relocation incentive for Edgewater Manor residents, amended to April 15, 2022 (10-0)
• Approved conditional use permit for two hospitality stations at 601 Michigan Avenue North (10-0)
• Approved sign variance for freestanding sign at 3733 Stanley Street (10-0)
• Approved ordinance amendment to Chapter 23 Wellhead Protection Overlay Districts (10-0)
• Approved ordinance amendment to Chapter 15.03 Polling Places (10-0)
• Approved ordinance amendment to Chapter 3.46(4) Canvassing Board (10-0)

Redevelopment Authority

The Redevelopment Authority will elect a Chairperson and Vice Chairperson. The board will consider bids for asbestos, lead paint, and razing work at 1700 Strongs Avenue. Members will also review the 2022 budget and grant guidelines for multi-family rental conversions.

• Election of Chairperson and Vice Chairperson
• Bids for asbestos, lead paint, and razing at 1700 Strongs Avenue
• Multi-Family Rental Conversion Grant Program guidelines
• Review of 2022 Redevelopment Authority and Housing Trust Fund budgets
• EPA Brownfield Assessment Grant update

Police and Fire Commission

The Police and Fire Commission met in a closed session to review interviews and deliberate regarding the advancement of candidates for the Fire Chief position. No other substantive agenda items were listed for this special meeting.

• Review of interviews and deliberation regarding advancement of candidates for the Fire Chief position

Board of Water and Sewerage Commissioners

The Board of Water and Sewerage Commissioners will consider approving the Capital Operations and Maintenance Plan. The meeting also includes reports on water supply, sewage treatment, and construction maintenance.

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

The Board of Water and Sewerage Commissioners approved the 2022 Capital Operations and Maintenance Plan, totaling $898,861 for water, $1,393,131 for wastewater, and $1,187,786 for stormwater. The plan includes reconstruction projects, equipment purchases, and software maintenance. The board also approved the December 2021 meeting minutes with a correction and the department claims for December 2021.

• Approved 2022 Capital Operations and Maintenance Plan: Water $898,861, Wastewater $1,393,131, Stormwater $1,187,786 (all ayes)
• Approved December 13, 2021 meeting minutes with attendance correction (all ayes)
• Approved department claims for December 2021 as audited (all ayes)

Airport Commission

The Stevens Point Airport Commission will meet to approve minutes and department claims. The commission will also review the Capital Operations and Maintenance Plan presented by Joel Lemke.

• Approval of Capital Operations and Maintenance Plan
• Approval of Department Claims
• Report from Jason Draheim

The Stevens Point Airport Commission approved the 2022 Capital Operations and Maintenance Plan, which includes $45,000 for tractor and mower replacement and $45,000 for runway reconstruction, both funded by the City. The commission also approved the December 2021 meeting minutes with a correction to attendance labels and approved department claims for December 2021. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved 2022 Capital Operations and Maintenance Plan (all ayes)
• Approved December 2021 meeting minutes with attendance label correction (all ayes)
• Approved department claims for December 2021 (all ayes)

Transit Commission

The commission will review 2022 federal and state grant awards. The meeting includes a discussion on transportation gaps and potential system improvements. Members will also approve recent financial reports and minutes.

• 2022 5310 Federal grant awards
• 2022 85.21 State grant awards
• Discussion on transportation gaps and system improvements
• Approval of November and December 2021 financial/claims report

The Transportation Commission approved the November 8, 2021 minutes and the November and December 2021 financial/claims reports, both unanimously. The superintendent reported hiring for a driver position, plans for new routes, and that Passio Go live bus tracking will be installed in Q1. The commission noted 2022 federal 5310 grant awards (mobility management at 100%, operating at 50.5%) and a state 85.21 grant of $182,310.00. Discussions covered special events participation, new routes, and a grant application for downtown improvements including a transfer center.

• Approved November 8, 2021 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved November and December 2021 financial/claims report (unanimous)
• Noted 2022 5310 federal grant awards (mobility 100%, operating 50.5%)
• Noted 2022 85.21 state grant award of $182,310.00

Personnel Committee

The Personnel Committee will meet on January 10, 2022, to discuss personnel matters. The committee will consider a request to promote an employee within the Streets Division.

• Request to promote an employee at the Streets Division

The Personnel Committee approved the promotion of Ernie Quesada to Fleet Manager in the Streets Division, as recommended under Administrative Policy 2.06. The motion passed unanimously with all present alderpersons voting in favor. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved promotion of Ernie Quesada to Fleet Manager (unanimous)

Public Policy and General Government

The Public Policy and General Government Committee will consider several business license applications and a proposed amendment to the Maintenance & Occupancy Code. The agenda includes liquor licenses for Guu’s on Main and St. Joseph Parish, as well as a secondhand dealer license for ecoATM, LLC.

• Class “B” Beer/Liquor License for Guu’s on Main at 1140 Main Street
• Temporary Class “B” License for St. Joseph Parish for Winterfest 2022
• Secondhand Jewelry/Article/Pawnbroker License for ecoATM, LLC at 1500 Pinecrest Avenue
• Amendment to Chapter 21 Maintenance & Occupancy Code (Sections 21.01 and 21.02)

The committee approved the license list, including a Class B beer/liquor license for Guu's on Main, a temporary Class B license for St. Joseph Parish's Winterfest, and secondhand/pawnbroker licenses for ecoATM. A proposed amendment to Chapter 21 (Maintenance & Occupancy Code) was discussed as information only, with no action taken.

• Approved license list including Guu's on Main, St. Joseph Parish, and ecoATM (unanimous)
• Discussed Chapter 21 Maintenance & Occupancy Code amendment; no action taken

Police and Fire Commission

The Police and Fire Commission will discuss reclassifying a police records position and reviewing fire department recruit salaries. The meeting also includes approving officer status changes and reviewing candidates for the Fire Chief role in closed session.

• Reclassification of one Administrative Assistant position within the Police Records Bureau
• Approval of Officers Gartmann and DesRosier to regular police officer status
• Discussion regarding Fire Department recruit salaries
• Review of candidates for the Fire Chief position
• Discussion on the creation of a battalion chief position

The Stevens Point Police and Fire Commission approved the reclassification of one Administrative Assistant position in the Police Department's Records Bureau, promoted Officers Gartmann and DesRosier to regular police officer status, and supported a lateral salary increase for fire recruits. The commission also accepted the December 2021 police and fire chief reports and adjourned into closed session to discuss the fire chief position and a union letter.

• Approved reclassification of one Administrative Assistant in Police Records Bureau (unanimous)
• Approved Officers Gartmann and DesRosier to regular police officer status (unanimous)
• Supported lateral salary increase for fire recruits per union agreement (unanimous)
• Accepted Police Chief's report for December 2021 (unanimous)
• Accepted Fire Chief's report for December 2021 (unanimous)
• Approved December 2021 bills (unanimous)
• Approved December 7, 2021 minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned into closed session to discuss fire chief position and union letter (unanimous)

Police and Fire Commission

The commission will meet in closed session to consider the employment of public employees. This includes interviewing candidates for the position of Fire Chief.

• Interviewing candidates for the position of Fire Chief

Park Commission

The Board of Park Commissioners will review several items regarding park infrastructure and maintenance. This includes a proposed US Cellular cell tower upgrade in Goerke Park and a review of a $25,000 Urban Forestry Grant Award.

• US Cellular cell tower upgrade in Goerke Park
• Playground and site work donation for Atwell Park playground area
• Review of $25,000 Urban Forestry Grant Award
• Approval of 2022 Tree Removal and Trimming Contract
• Discussion of Parks, Recreation and Forestry Department Non-resident policy

The Board of Park Commissioners approved several items, including a US Cellular cell tower upgrade in Goerke Park, a playground and site work donation for Atwell Park, changes to the non-resident policy with fees placed in a reserve account, and a 2022 tree removal and trimming contract. All motions passed 7-0. No action was taken on the Pfiffner Pioneer Park bandshell or other review items.

• Approved US Cellular cell tower upgrade in Goerke Park (7-0)
• Accepted Atwell Park playground and site work donation (7-0)
• Approved non-resident policy changes, fees to reserve account (7-0)
• Awarded 2022 Tree Removal and Trimming contract to Zblewski Brothers LLC, not-to-exceed $26,900 (7-0)
• Approved December 1, 2021 meeting minutes (7-0)

Police and Fire Commission

The commission will meet in a closed session to discuss employment matters for public employees under its jurisdiction. This includes interviewing candidates for the position of Fire Chief. The meeting will not reconvene in open session.

• Interviewing candidates for the Fire Chief position

Police and Fire Commission

The Police and Fire Commission will meet via Zoom for a closed session. This includes discussing the employment of public employees and interviewing candidates for the position of fire chief. The commission will not reconvene in open session after this portion.

• Closed session regarding employment of public employees
• Interviewing candidates for fire chief position

City Plan Commission

The City Plan Commission will discuss amending the city's zoning ordinance regarding Wellhead Protection Overlay Districts. The agenda also includes a request for hospitality stations at 601 Michigan Avenue North and a sign variance for 3733 Stanley Street.

• Conditional use permit for hospitality stations at 601 Michigan Avenue North
• Zoning ordinance amendment regarding Wellhead Protection Overlay Districts
• Sign variance request for 3733 Stanley Street