Waterford public meetings in 2022

Public Works Committee

The Public Works & Utilities Committee will review and discuss a draft change order for the Ten Club Park site civil package, which was previously discussed last month, and consider a motion for action. The agenda also includes routine items such as approval of minutes, reports from staff, and public appearances.

• Review and discussion of change order draft for Ten Club Park
• Approval of minutes from November 21, 2022 meeting
• Reports from Streets Supervisor, Parks Supervisor, and Engineer
• Special event permits (if any)

The committee approved a change order draft to proceed with the 10 Club Park project. The Waterford Lions Club also presented a proposal for a St. Patrick's Day Parade & Pub Crawl scheduled for March 17, 2023.

• Approved 11.21.2022 minutes as amended
• Approved change order draft to proceed with 10 Club Park project

Village Board

The Waterford Village Board will review and potentially act on several items, including a draft IT services contract with Racine County, a pier permit request, and two resolutions on investment agency agreements and roadway classification changes. The board will also consider entering closed session to discuss personnel and property purchases. The agenda includes routine items like minutes approval, licenses, and committee reports.

• Draft IT services contract with Racine County, $100/hr off-site, $150/hr on-site/after-hours
• Pier permit request for 300 Foxwood Dr #171
• Resolution 984-121222: Investment Agency Agreement with Associated Trust Company, N.A.
• Resolution 985-121222: Approving roadway functional classification changes (e.g., STH 83, CTH P, CTH A, Main St, etc.)
• Executive session for personnel/benefits and property purchase negotiations

The Village Board approved a 2023 IT services contract with Racine County and adopted changes to roadway classifications. The board also approved a pier permit and an investment agency agreement update.

• Approved IT Services Contract with Racine County ($100/hr off-site, $150/hr on-site/after-hours) (All aye)
• Approved pier permit for Laura Halbach at 300 Foxwood Dr #171 (Slip #20) (All aye)
• Approved Resolution 984-121222 Investment Agency Agreement Update (All aye)
• Adopted Resolution 985-121222 Approving Roadway Classification Changes (All aye)
• Approved 11.14.22 VB Minutes (All aye)

Public Works Committee

The Waterford Public Works & Utilities Committee will review and discuss three new business items: a request from the Western Racine County Sewer Districts to install an antenna on water tower #2, a proposal to install a third tornado siren at the DPW building, and a draft functional classification of roads by WisDOT. The committee may take action on these items. The agenda also includes approval of minutes, special event permits for Jingle for Janet and the Winter Wonderland Parade, and reports from the Streets, Parks, and Engineer.

• Review of Western Racine County Sewer Districts request for antenna on water tower #2
• Proposal for third tornado siren at DPW building
• Review of WisDOT draft functional classification of roads
• Special event permits: Jingle for Janet, Winter Wonderland Parade
• Reports from Streets, Parks, and Engineer

The committee approved the installation of a third tornado siren at the DPW building and granted permission for the Western Racine County Sewer District to install an antenna on water tower #2. Two special events were approved, and the WISDot Draft Functional Classification of roads was accepted.

• Approved 10.17.2022 minutes (All aye)
• Approved Jingle for Janet Run/Walk and Winter Wonderland Christmas Parade (All aye)
• Approved WRCSD permission to install antenna on water tower #2 (All aye)
• Approved installation of 3rd tornado siren at DPW building (All aye)
• Approved WISDot Draft Functional Classification of roads (All aye)

Plan Commission

The Waterford Plan Commission will consider several items, including a property transfer on East Main Street, a pier permit, updated FEMA floodplain maps, a state request for a CBRF, and preliminary plans for a development by Spanky's LLC. They will also hold a public discussion on proposed amendments to the village's window sign regulations, which were previously discussed in October.

• Review of plat of survey transferring 3,018 sq ft from 620 to 616 East Main St
• Public discussion on amendments to Signage Code (Window Signs)
• Pier permit request at 300 Foxwood Drive #171
• Review of updated FEMA Floodplain Mapping
• Review of preliminary plans for Spanky's LLC Development on Lot 9 of Mercury Business Park

The Plan Commission approved a property transfer for East Main St. and the Spanky’s LLC development at Mercury Business Park. The commission also approved FEMA floodplain mapping and a CBRF hazard information request. A pier permit for 300 Foxwood Drive #171 was recommended for Village Board approval.

• Approved transfer of 3018 sq ft from 620 East Main St. to 616 East Main St. (All aye)
• Directed Administrator to draft amended window sign ordinance following public discussion
• Recommended approval to Village Board for Pier Permit at 300 Foxwood Drive #171 (All aye)
• Approved FEMA Floodplain Mapping (All aye)
• Approved State Request for Hazard Information on proposed CBRF (All aye)
• Approved Spanky’s LLC Development on portion of Lot 9 of Mercury Business Park (All aye)
• Approved 10.19.22 Planning Commission Minutes (All aye)

Village Board

The Waterford Village Board will consider issuing $3,045,000 in sewerage system revenue refunding bonds, approve the 2023 budget after a public hearing, and review development plans for Spanky's. The agenda also includes routine items like minutes, licenses, and committee reports.

• Resolution 981-110422: $3,045,000 sewerage system revenue refunding bonds
• Resolution 982-111422: sale of portion of lot 9, Mercury Business Park for Spanky's development
• Public hearing and adoption of 2023 budget (Resolution 983-111422)
• Review of updated 2023 John's Disposal rates
• Change Order #3 for Waterford Lofts II

The Village Board adopted the 2023 budget and authorized the issuance of sewerage system revenue refunding bonds. The board also approved a land sale for development at Mercury Business Park and a change order for Waterford Lofts II.

• Adopted 2023 Budget (All Aye)
• Authorized issuance and sale of $3,010,000 Sewerage System Revenue Refunding Bonds (All Aye)
• Approved sale of portion of Lot 9 of Mercury Business Park for development and draft plans (All Aye, Nash recused)
• Approved Change Order #3 for Waterford Lofts II for $6,810.00 for tree removal and over excavation (Goldammer Nay, others Aye)
• Approved 10.10.22 and 11.07.22 meeting minutes (All Aye)

Village Board

The Waterford Village Board is holding a special meeting to review and discuss the draft 2023 budget, with the possibility of taking action on it. The agenda includes only this one substantive item, along with standard procedural items like call to order and roll call.

• Review and discussion of Draft 2023 Budget
• Possible motion for action on the budget

The Village Board held a special meeting to conduct a full review and discussion of the draft 2023 Budget. No formal votes or decisions were recorded regarding the budget's approval.

Plan Commission

The Plan Commission held a discussion with the public and business owners about amending the Village's Sign Code, specifically regarding window signs. Commissioners agreed that different rules are needed for each business area (B1, B2, B3) and directed the Administrator to draft an amended ordinance for future approval. No formal motion or vote was taken on the sign code changes.

• Approved minutes of September 21, 2022 (unanimous)
• Discussed but did not vote on window sign code amendments; directed Administrator to draft new ordinance

Heritage District Design Committee

The Heritage District Design Committee is meeting to discuss the future status of the Heritage District and the committee itself, and will consider a motion for action. The agenda contains only this one substantive item, with the rest being procedural (call to order, roll call, comments, public appearances, adjournment).

• Discussion on future status of Heritage District and Committee
• Consideration of a motion for action on the district's future

The Heritage District Design Committee voted unanimously to redefine its scope and transition into an Architecture Review Board (or similar body). The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved motion to redefine scope and transition to Architecture Review Board (unanimous)

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee will consider three new business items: a proposed HVAC maintenance contract with All Pro Mechanical, improvement plans for Ten Club Park, and the purchase of an Avant loader for snow removal and park maintenance. The agenda also includes routine reports from the Streets, Parks, and Engineer supervisors.

• Review of All Pro Mechanical HVAC maintenance contract for Library and DPW buildings, totaling $4,140 per year
• Discussion on Ten Club Park improvement plans
• Discussion on purchase of Avant loader for snow removal and park maintenance
• Engineer's report on East Main Street reconstruction, including $422,837.87 in WisDOT LRIP funding
• Engineer's report on Danielson St. and Augusta paving / Whitford Park paving, with Stark Pavement Corp bid of $674,320.15

The Public Works Committee recommended renewing the All Pro Mechanical HVAC maintenance contract for three years at $28,791, covering Village Hall, Library, DPW, and the Seidel Building at no extra cost. The committee voted 4-1 to eliminate wire conduit, light poles, and the playstream from Ten Club Park plans to lower costs, as the original $3.5 million budget now faces bids of $5.2 million and higher. A motion to purchase an Avant loader for $66,000 for snow removal and park maintenance passed 4-1, with the purchase approved for 2023 but the 2022 budget to be amended to buy it this year.

• Recommended renewal of All Pro Mechanical HVAC contract for 3 years at $28,791 (motion by Koeller, second by Houston, all aye)
• Voted 4-1 to eliminate wire conduit, light poles, and playstream from Ten Club Park plans (motion by Koeller, second by Houston; Houston, Koeller, Oberhart, Goldammer aye, Migazzi no)
• Approved purchase of Avant loader for $66,000 with attachments, amending 2022 budget (motion by Migazzi, second by Goldammer; Goldammer, Koeller, Oberhart, Migazzi aye, Houston no)
• Approved minutes of September 19, 2022 (motion by Koeller, second by Houston, all aye)
• Adjourned at 4:50 p.m. (motion by Migazzi, second by Koeller, all aye)

Village Board

The Waterford Village Board is holding a special meeting to review the Emergency Services Contract with the Town of Waterford and consider a motion for action. The contract outlines the Village's EMS services to the Town, billing procedures, and terms through 2026 with automatic renewal.

• Review of Emergency Services Contract with the Town of Waterford
• Contract term through December 31, 2026, with automatic one-year renewals
• Village to bill patients directly at non-resident rate plus billing service fee
• Village retains control over emergency equipment and personnel
• No Business Associate Agreement required under HIPAA

Finance, Taxes and Insurance

The Waterford Finance, Taxes and Insurance Committee is meeting to review draft sections of the 2023 village budget and consider a motion for action. The agenda includes only this new business item, along with standard procedural items. The committee will likely recommend approval of budget sections to the Village Board.

• Review of draft budget sections for 2023
• Consider motion for action on budget sections
• Public appearances and comments
• Approval of October 10, 2022 minutes

The Finance Committee voted to recommend approval of the 2023 Budget sections discussed during the meeting, including allocations for fire operations, fire impact fees, EMS, police, court, and general government, along with additional transfers to US Treasury Bonds. The motion was made by Don Houston, seconded by Troy McReynolds, and carried unanimously. The committee also approved the minutes from the October 10, 2022 meeting.

• Approved minutes of October 10, 2022 meeting
• Recommended approval of 2023 Budget sections (Fire Operations, Fire Impact Fees, Fire 2% Dues, Fire Donations, EMS, Rescue 102 Grant, Interfacility, Fire Wages, EMS Wages, Court & Police, General Government, General Revenue) and additional transfers to US Treasury Bonds

Village Board

The Waterford Village Board will hold a public hearing to consider a conditional use permit for a self-storage facility on a 2.57-acre parcel at the southeast corner of State Highway 83 and Park Drive. The board may also enter closed session to discuss litigation and property negotiations. Several reports from departments and committees are on the agenda.

• Public hearing on conditional use permit for S2SS, LLC (Squared Space Storage) at Park Drive and STH 83
• Possible closed session under Wis. Stat. 19.85(g) and (e) for litigation and property negotiations
• Approval of minutes from September 8 and September 12 meetings
• Various licenses and special event requests
• Committee and board appointments

The Village Board approved plans and a development agreement for S2SS, LLC (Squared Space Storage) on an unaddressed parcel at Park Drive and STH 83, with a 5-1 vote (Ewert dissenting). In closed session, the board voted to deny the Weber claim and authorized staff to carry out that decision and other actions taken during the session.

• Approved plans and development agreement for S2SS, LLC storage facility at Park Drive and STH 83 (5-1)
• Denied Weber claim in closed session, authorized staff to implement decision

Finance, Taxes and Insurance

The Waterford Finance, Taxes and Insurance Committee will review draft budget sections and consider a motion for action, and will also review village financials. The meeting includes approval of the October 3rd minutes. The agenda is largely procedural, with the main substantive item being the draft budget review.

• Review of draft budget sections and consideration of a motion for action
• Review of Village Financials
• Approval of minutes from October 3, 2022
• Treasurer's report includes 2023 budget reports for Library, Special Funds, TID 2, TID 3, TID 4, and other items
• Paid invoice report for September 2022 totals $187,842.67

The Waterford Finance Committee voted unanimously to recommend approval of several sections of the 2023 budget to the Village Board. The sections discussed included operating funds, library funds, special funds, lease revenue, and tax increment districts. The committee also approved the minutes from the October 3, 2022 meeting.

• Approved minutes of October 3, 2022 meeting (motion by Lauer, second by Ewert, all aye)
• Recommended approval to Village Board for discussed sections of 2023 Budget (motion by Ewert, second by Lauer, all aye)

Finance, Taxes and Insurance

The Waterford Finance Committee will review draft sections of the 2023 village budget and consider a motion for action. The agenda includes only this new business item, along with standard procedural items. The meeting is open to the public.

• Review of draft budget sections
• Consider motion for action on budget sections

The Finance Committee discussed draft budget sections for Fire, EMS, and other departments but took no final approval actions. Members voted to have the fire chiefs review all Fire & EMS budget sections and report back to staff later.

• Approved minutes of September 26, 2022 (unanimous)
• Motion to have fire chiefs review all Fire & EMS budget sections and report back (unanimous)

Finance, Taxes and Insurance

The Waterford Finance, Taxes and Insurance Committee will review draft sections of the 2023 village budget and consider a motion for action. The agenda includes approval of the July 11, 2022 minutes and public appearances. The meeting is scheduled for September 26, 2022 at Village Hall.

• Review of draft budget sections for 2023
• Approval of minutes from July 11, 2022
• Public appearances and comments

The Finance Committee discussed multiple sections of the 2023 draft budget, including Public Works, Water and Sewer Funds, Parks, and others. A motion to recommend approval of the discussed budget sections to the Village Board passed unanimously.

• Approved motion to recommend 2023 budget sections to Village Board (all aye)

Plan Commission

The Waterford Plan Commission will hold a public hearing on a conditional use permit for Scherrer Space Squared Storage, a proposed self-storage facility on a 2.57-acre parcel at the southeast corner of State Highway 83 and Park Drive. The commission will also discuss amendments to the Village's Signage Code, following a request from local businesses to relax several sign regulations. The meeting includes approval of the August 17, 2022 joint minutes and other routine items.

• Public hearing: Conditional Use Permit for Scherrer Space Squared Storage, unaddressed parcel 191-04-19-27-003-411, 2.57 acres at State Highway 83 and Park Drive
• Discussion on amendments to Village Signage Code (Chapter 245, Article IV)
• Business request to increase window sign allowance from 25% to 60% for frontage windows and 30% for doors
• Business request to allow sandwich board signs without a permit
• Business request to allow temporary banners/balloons up to 6 times per year (currently 14 days max)

The Plan Commission approved a conditional use permit for a self-storage unit on an unaddressed parcel (191-04-19-27-003-411), with conditions including a 4/12 roof pitch, roof color matching the Cotton Exchange, more conifer trees, and no outside storage. The commission also discussed potential amendments to the Village's sign code but took no action, scheduling further meetings for review.

• Approved conditional use permit for self-storage unit with conditions (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from August 17, 2022 Joint HDDC & Plan Commission meeting (unanimous)
• Discussed sign code amendments; no motion made

Public Works Committee

The Public Works & Utilities Committee will discuss and possibly act on rental fees for Village facilities, volunteer park cleanup groups, restrictions on bicycles and skateboards on Village sidewalks, and a $6,400 work order with Baxter & Woodman for a Lead and Copper Compliance plan. The agenda also includes routine reports from the Streets, Parks, and Engineer supervisors.

• Discussion on rental fees for Village facilities
• Discussion on volunteer groups for park cleanup
• Discussion on bicycles, skateboards and other personal electric means of transportation on Village sidewalks
• Discussion on work order from Baxter & Woodman for Lead and Copper Compliance plan ($6,400)
• Engineer's report: $674,320.15 bid approved for Danielson St., Augusta, and Whitford Park paving

The Public Works Committee voted unanimously to ban personal electric vehicles (e-bikes, skateboards, etc.) on Main Street sidewalks between First Street and Milwaukee Avenue. It also approved new minimum cleaning bond deposits ($200 residents, $500 nonresidents) and a $6,400 work order for a lead and copper compliance plan. No action was taken on park cleanup or sidewalk transportation beyond the ban.

• Approved ban on personal electric vehicles on Main Street sidewalks (First to Milwaukee) (5-0)
• Approved new minimum cleaning bond deposits: $200 residents, $500 nonresidents (5-0)
• Approved $6,400 work order for Baxter & Woodman to create lead/copper compliance plan (5-0)
• Approved events by Creative Youth Performances, River's Edge Art & Wine Walk, Waterfeared, and Fox River Christian Church (5-0)
• Approved August 15, 2022 meeting minutes (5-0)

Village Board

The Waterford Village Board will consider several new business items, including change orders for the Lofts II project, a resolution to amend the 2021 budget, and a $674,320.15 contract for street improvements on Danielson and Augusta Streets and parking facilities at Whitford Park. The board will also hold a joint meeting with the Fire Commission, which includes a closed session on employee matters. The agenda includes routine items such as approval of minutes, licenses, and reports from various departments.

• Review of proposed change orders for the Lofts II project
• Resolution 979-091222 to amend the 2021 budget
• Award of $674,320.15 contract for street improvements on Danielson and Augusta Streets and Whitford Park parking
• Joint meeting with Fire Commission, including executive session on employee performance
• Approval of various licenses and special event requests

The board approved a $674,320.15 contract with Stark Pavement Corp. for improvements to Danielson, Augusta, and Whitford Parks. They also tabled change orders for the Lofts II Project and adopted Resolution 979-091222 amending the 2021 budget. Kelly Kline was appointed to the Library Board. A closed session was held for personnel matters, and staff were directed to carry out decisions made.

• Approved $674,320.15 contract with Stark Pavement Corp. for Danielson/Augusta/Whitford Park Improvements (all aye)
• Tabled proposed Change Orders for the Lofts II Project (all aye)
• Adopted Resolution 979-091222 amending the 2021 Budget (all aye)
• Appointed Kelly Kline to the Library Board (all aye)
• Entered closed session for personnel matters (roll call: all aye)
• Directed staff to carry out personnel decisions from closed session (all aye)

Village Board

The Waterford Village Board is holding a special meeting with the primary purpose of convening into executive session to discuss employment, promotion, compensation, or performance evaluation data of a public employee. The board will then reconvene into open session and may take action related to the closed-session deliberations. No other business is listed on the agenda.

• Motion to convene into executive session under Wisconsin Statutes Section 19.85(c)
• Motion to reconvene into open session
• Motion for action related to closed-session items

The Village Board convened a special meeting and immediately entered closed session under Wisconsin law to discuss employee performance evaluation data. No other business was conducted; the board adjourned after the closed session.

• Approved closed session (6-0) to discuss employee performance data
• Approved return from closed session (6-0)
• Approved adjournment (6-0)

Village Board

The Waterford Village Board will discuss and potentially authorize several development-related items, including a memorandum of understanding with Newman Homes for the De Grave Property, change orders for the Lofts II project, an amendment to the Atlas 6 development agreement, and the sale of two lots in the Mercury Business Park. The board will also consider a resolution to sell lots 6 and 11 to Steven Schultz for a car wash and warehouse/production facility.

• Authorize MOU with Newman Homes for De Grave Property development
• Authorize change orders with Wisconsin Redevelopment for Lofts II project
• Amend terms of Atlas 6 Development Agreement, including $425,000 letter of credit and TID #3 incentives up to $422,000
• Adopt Resolution 978-082322 to sell lots 6 and 11 of Mercury Business Park to Steven Schultz for car wash and warehouse/production facility

The Village Board authorized a Memorandum of Understanding with Newman Homes for development of the De Grave Property, with amendments as discussed. They also approved Resolution 978-082322 to sell lots 6 and 11 of the Mercury Business Park to Steven Schultz for a car wash and warehouse facility, subject to site plans and earnest money requirements. Discussion on change orders for the Lofts II project was tabled until September 12, 2022. The board also amended the Development Agreement with Atlas 6.

• Approved a Memorandum of Understanding with Newman Homes for development of the De Grave Property, with amendments as discussed.
• Tabled discussion on change orders for the Lofts II project until the September 12, 2022 Board Meeting.
• Approved amendments to the Development Agreement with Atlas 6.
• Approved Resolution 978-082322 authorizing sale of lots 6 and 11 of Mercury Business Park to Steven Schultz for a car wash (lot 6) and warehouse/production facility (lot 11), with conditions including site plans and $5,000 earnest money per lot.

Plan Commission

The Waterford Plan Commission and Heritage District Design Committee will meet jointly to review renovation plans for Rusty's Dry Goods, expansion plans for Foat Storage, preliminary plans for Foat Apartments on 7th Street, and several draft ordinance amendments including sign, parking, swimming pool, and noise regulations. They will also consider a redrafted map for Extraterritorial Plat Review Authority. The agenda includes both action items and discussions.

• Review of renovation plans for Rusty's Dry Goods, 307 E Main St
• Review of building expansion plans for Foat Storage
• Review of preliminary plans for Foat Apartments on 7th St (12-unit, 24 units total, 70 parking stalls)
• Review of draft ordinance amending Chapter 245, Article IV, Sign Code
• Review of draft ordinance amending parking code (207-23), swimming pools code (245-17), and noise restrictions (245-117)

The Waterford Plan Commission and HDDC met jointly and approved several items, including a finding that Rusty's Dry Goods is not in conformance with the zoning code with enforcement deferred, building expansion plans for Foat Storage, preliminary plans for Foat Apartments, a redrafted map for Extraterritorial Plat Review Authority, and draft ordinances for parking, swimming pools, and noise restrictions to be sent for public hearings. The commission also directed a redraft of the Sign Code ordinance for review at the September meeting. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved minutes for 07.20.22 Planning Commission and 06.22.22 HDDC (all aye)
• Found Rusty's Dry Goods not in conformance with zoning code, deferred enforcement (all aye)
• Approved building expansion plans for Foat Storage (all aye)
• Approved preliminary plans for Foat Apartments on 7th Street (all aye)
• Approved redrafted map for Extraterritorial Plat Review Authority (all aye)
• Directed redraft of Sign Code ordinance (Chapter 245, Article IV) for September review (all aye)
• Approved draft parking code ordinance (207-23) for public hearing (all aye)
• Approved draft swimming pools code ordinance (245-17) for public hearing (all aye)

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee will discuss and potentially act on several items, including reviewing the Heritage Sites Committee's plans for the Old Settler's Cemetery, setting rental fees for Village facilities, adding the VFW auxiliary to the list of nonprofits for the Seidel building, and exploring sponsorship opportunities in Ten Club Park. They will also consider special event permits for the WUHS Homecoming Parade and the Lions Club Tractorcade and Chicken BBQ.

• Review of Heritage Sites Committee's plans for Old Settler's Cemetery and discussion on future survey work
• Discussion on rental fees for Village facilities
• Discussion on adding VFW auxiliary to nonprofits list for Seidel building
• Discussion on sponsorship opportunities in Ten Club Park (bench, tree, fire pit, play stream)
• Special event permits: WUHS Homecoming Parade and Lions Club Tractorcade and Chicken BBQ (Oct 2, 2022)

The Public Works Committee approved a survey of Old Settler's Cemetery, tabled rental fees until September, added the FRW auxiliary to nonprofit users of the Seidel building, and developed sponsorship criteria for Ten Club Park. It also voted to prohibit public use of fire hydrants for landscape watering and allowed DPW staff discretion for Cub Scout installations.

• Approved survey of Old Settler's Cemetery (all aye)
• Tabled rental fees discussion until September meeting (all aye)
• Added FRW auxiliary to nonprofits using Seidel building (all aye)
• Developed criteria for sponsorships in Ten Club Park (all aye)
• Denied public use of fire hydrants for landscape watering (all aye)
• Allowed DPW staff discretion for Cub Scout installations (all aye)

Police & Fire Commission

The Waterford Fire Commission is meeting to approve prior minutes and discuss Fire & EMS staff hiring and promotion. The commission will enter closed session to review hiring and promotion matters, then reconvene in open session to act on department hiring. The agenda is otherwise routine with no other new business listed.

• Review and act on 7-12-2022 meeting minutes
• Closed session to review Fire & EMS staff hiring and promotion
• Review and act on hiring for the department

The Waterford Fire Commission met on August 9, 2022, and after a closed session on Fire & EMS staffing, voted unanimously to create an eligibility list for Fire Chief, naming Kevin Hafemann and Bruce Peterson to it. The commission also tabled the July 12, 2022 minutes. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Created eligibility list for Fire Chief and named Kevin Hafemann and Bruce Peterson (unanimous)
• Tabled the 07-12-2022 Fire Commission Minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned into closed session for Fire & EMS staffing hiring (unanimous)
• Reconvened into open session (unanimous)

Village Board

The Waterford Village Board will hold public hearings and consider several development-related items, including a proposed multi-family apartment development by Bielinski near Hickory Hollow Road, an expansion of Ideal Process Solutions at 820 Ela Ave, and the vacation of an unimproved right-of-way in the Gemini Subdivision. The board will also consider selling a portion of 10 Club Park for $1, renewing an IT services contract with Racine IT, and adding three parks to the Fabulous Fox! Water Trail.

• Public hearing and discussion on vacation of unnamed right-of-way in Gemini Subdivision (Resolution 975-080822)
• Bielinski presentation and public hearing on multi-family development at Hickory Hollow Rd and Park Dr, including Comprehensive Plan amendment
• Proposed expansion of Ideal Process Solutions at 820 Ela Ave, with preliminary project approval and possible sale of adjoining Village-owned property
• Resolution 977-080822 to sell a portion of 10 Club Park to Dick Huening for $1
• Proposed contract renewal with Racine IT for IT services

The Village Board voted unanimously to deny Bielinski's request to amend the Village's Comprehensive Plan (Vision Waterford 2018) after a public hearing where multiple residents spoke in opposition. The board also approved the vacation of an unimproved right-of-way in the Gemini Subdivision, granted preliminary project approval for Ideal Process Solutions, authorized the sale of a portion of 10 Club Park to Dick Huening for $1, renewed the IT services contract with Racine IT for one year, and approved including three parks in the Fabulous Fox! Water Trail.

• Denied Bielinski's request to amend the Comprehensive Plan (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 975-080822 to vacate an unimproved right-of-way in Gemini Subdivision (unanimous)
• Granted preliminary project approval for Ideal Process Solutions (unanimous, Nash recused)
• Approved Resolution 977-080822 to sell a portion of 10 Club Park to Dick Huening for $1 (unanimous)
• Approved one-year contract renewal with Racine IT for IT services (unanimous)
• Approved request to include Huening Park, Village Hall Park, and River Bend Park in the Fabulous Fox! Water Trail (unanimous)

Plan Commission

The Waterford Plan Commission will hold a public hearing on a request from Bielinski to amend the 2018 Vision Waterford Master Plan and review development plans for properties at Park Drive and Hickory Hollow Rd. The proposal includes 43 two-family condos, 84 multi-family units, and 36 multi-family units, with a zoning change from Business/Commercial to Multi-Family Residence. The commission will also review a redrafted map for Extraterritorial Plat Review Authority and concept expansion plans for Foat Storage and Ideal Process Solutions.

• Public hearing on Bielinski's request to amend the 2018 Vision Waterford Master Plan for properties at Park Drive and Hickory Hollow Rd
• Proposed development includes 43 two-family condos, 84 multi-family units, and 36 multi-family units (total 163 units)
• Zoning change request from Business/Commercial to Multi-Family Residence for parcels 191041927003413 and 191041927003005
• Review of redrafted map for Extraterritorial Plat Review Authority
• Review of concept building expansion plans for Foat Storage and Ideal Process Solutions

The Plan Commission voted unanimously to recommend the Village Board deny Bielinski's request to amend the Vision Waterford 2018 Master Plan for development at Park Drive and Hickory Hollow Road. The commission also recommended amending the ordinance for Extraterritorial Plat Review Authority, tabled discussion on Foat Storage, and accepted concept plans from Ideal Process Solutions.

• Recommended denial of Bielinski land use amendment (all aye)
• Recommended amending Extraterritorial Plat Review Authority ordinance (all aye)
• Tabled Foat Storage discussion until August meeting (all aye)
• Accepted Ideal Process Solutions concept plans (all aye)

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee will discuss and possibly vote on volunteer park cleanup, sponsorship opportunities at 10 Club Park, and public use of fire hydrants for landscape watering. The agenda also includes reports from the Streets, Parks, and Engineer supervisors, and approval of the June 20, 2022 minutes.

• Discussion on volunteer groups for park cleanup
• Discussion on bench, tree, flower bed, playground, and other sponsorships in 10 Club Park
• Discussion on public use of fire hydrants for watering landscape
• Engineer's report: E. Main Street reconstruction awarded $422,837.87 from WisDOT LRIP
• Engineer's report: N. Milwaukee Street resurfacing awarded $22,837.87, low bid $573,831.45

The Public Works & Utilities Committee approved a survey of Old Settler's Cemetery, tabled rental fees until September, added the FRW auxiliary to nonprofits using the Seidel building, and developed criteria for sponsorships in Ten Club Park. It also voted to prohibit public use of fire hydrants for watering and allowed DPW staff discretion for Cub Scout installations.

• Approved survey of Old Settler's Cemetery (all aye)
• Tabled rental fees until September meeting (all aye)
• Added FRW auxiliary to nonprofits for Seidel building use (all aye)
• Approved developing criteria for sponsorships in Ten Club Park (all aye)
• Denied public use of fire hydrants for landscape watering (all aye)
• Allowed DPW staff discretion for Cub Scout installations (all aye)

Police & Fire Commission

The Waterford Fire Commission is meeting to approve prior meeting minutes and then will enter closed session to review and consider Fire & EMS staff hiring and promotion. After reconvening, the commission will review and act on hiring for the department. The agenda is mostly procedural, with the substantive item being personnel decisions.

• Review and act on 6-14-2022 and 6-23-2022 meeting minutes
• Closed session for Fire & EMS staff hiring and promotion
• Review and act on hiring for the department

The Fire Commission approved the minutes from June 14 and June 23, 2022, and then moved into closed session to discuss Fire & EMS staff hiring and other business. The meeting reconvened in open session and adjourned shortly after. No substantive decisions were made in open session.

• Approved June 14 and June 23, 2022 Fire Commission minutes (all aye)
• Moved into closed session for Fire & EMS staff hiring and other business (all aye)
• Reconvened into open session (all aye)
• Adjourned meeting (all aye)

Village Board

The Waterford Village Board will consider awarding a construction contract for Ten Club Park to AW Oaks for $2,849,845 plus alternates and contingency, and will review bids for the project. The board will also consider a pier permit, acceptance of public improvements for several subdivisions, sale of business park lots, and a road resurfacing work order.

• Award contract to AW Oaks for Ten Club Park site work and amenities, $2,849,845 plus $110,765 in alternates and $150,000 contingency
• Pier permit for 300 Foxwood Dr. Unit 142
• Accept public improvements for 7 Waters Condos, The Enclave at Waterford Landing, Park Villas, and ADI
• Resolution 976-072211 authorizing sale of Mercury Business Park lots 2 and 3 to Prometheus Investors LLC
• Work order with Baxter and Woodman for resurfacing Augusta and Danielson roadways, $23,800

The Village Board approved a base bid for Ten Club Park site work and amenities to AW Oaks for $2,703,065, plus alternates and a splash pad, totaling $3,026,828 with a $310,000 contingency, contingent on grant funding. The board also approved a pier permit, accepted public improvements for several subdivisions, authorized the sale of Mercury Business Park lots, and approved a road resurfacing work order.

• Approved pier permit for 300 Foxwood Drive, Unit 142 (all aye)
• Awarded Ten Club Park construction base bid to AW Oaks for $2,703,065 plus alternates, totaling $3,026,828 with $310,000 contingency (all aye)
• Accepted public improvements for 7 Waters Condo, The Enclave at Waterford Landing, Park Villas, and ADI (all aye)
• Adopted Resolution 976-071122 authorizing sale of Mercury Business Park lots 2 and 3 to Prometheus Investors LLC (6-0)
• Approved work order with Baxter and Woodman for resurfacing Augusta and Danielson roadways for $23,800 (all aye)

Finance, Taxes and Insurance

The Finance, Taxes and Insurance Committee will review the village's financial reports and consider an appropriate motion for action. The agenda includes only this one substantive item, along with standard procedural steps. The meeting is scheduled for July 11, 2022, at 5:00 pm at Village Hall.

• Review of village financials and possible action
• June 2022 expenses by vendor totaling $382,003.71
• Utilities aging summary showing $769,253.99 total outstanding
• Treasurer's report on ongoing tasks including budget review and GO bond funds

The Finance Committee met on July 11, 2022, and approved the minutes from the May 9, 2022 meeting. No other substantive decisions were made; the only other item was a discussion of village financials, with no action taken.

• Approved May 9, 2022 meeting minutes (all aye)

Village Board

The Waterford Village Board is meeting to discuss and potentially act on three related items: vacating an unnamed public right of way in the Gemini Subdivision, authorizing the sale of land to Premier Waterford LLC for $1 to build 48 residential apartments, and amending the development agreement and plans for that project. The agenda also includes a public hearing notice for August 8 on the right-of-way vacation.

• Resolution 975-062822 to discontinue and vacate an unnamed public right of way in the Gemini Subdivision
• Resolution 974-062822 authorizing sale of Lot 1 to Premier Waterford LLC for $1 for 48 apartments
• Amendments to Premier Waterford LLC development agreement and plans
• Public hearing scheduled for August 8, 2022, on the right-of-way vacation

The Village Board approved two resolutions: one to discontinue and vacate an unnamed public right of way in the Gemini Subdivision, and another authorizing the sale of land to Premier Waterford LLC. The sale terms and development agreement had been previously approved by the Plan Commission and Village Board. A discussion on amendments to the development agreement was dispensed with as unnecessary.

• Approved Resolution 975-062822 to discontinue and vacate an unnamed public right of way in the Gemini Subdivision
• Approved Resolution 974-062822 authorizing the sale of land to Premier Waterford LLC (Lot 1 of the CSM in the Gemini Subdivision)
• Dispensed with discussion on amendments to the Premier Waterford LLC development agreement and plans

Board of Review

The Village of Waterford Board of Review is meeting to review and certify the 2022 assessment roll, hear any property tax objections, and handle related statutory duties. The agenda includes procedural steps like selecting a chairperson, verifying training and ordinance compliance, and reviewing policies for testimony and hearing waivers. This is a routine annual meeting focused on the assessment process, with no major policy decisions or spending items listed.

• Certify corrections of error under state law
• Verify open book changes are included in the assessment roll
• Review and act on property tax objection notices
• Hear objections if proper notice/waivers given
• Schedule additional Board of Review dates if needed

The Waterford Board of Review met on June 22, 2022, and performed its statutory review of the assessment roll, finding no errors. The board approved a single amendment to reduce the assessed value of 485 Woodfield Circle from $336,200 to $300,800 due to an incorrect assumption about a finished basement. No taxpayers were present, and no other objections were raised.

• Appointed Don Houston as Chairperson (motion carried)
• Appointed Tamara Pollnow as Vice Chairperson (motion carried)
• Amended assessed value of 485 Woodfield Circle from $336,200 to $300,800 (motion carried)

Heritage District Design Committee

The Heritage District Design Committee will review and consider action on two Curb Appeal Grant applications for buildings at 307 E Main Street and 206B West Main Street. The meeting also includes routine items like approving minutes from a joint November 2021 meeting. No other substantive business is listed.

• Curb Appeal Grant review for 307 E Main Street
• Curb Appeal Grant review for 206B West Main Street
• Approval of minutes from Nov 17, 2021 joint Planning Commission and HDDC meeting

The Heritage District Design Committee approved a Curb Appeal Grant for 206B West Main Street for up to $5,000 or available funds. Discussion of a Curb Appeal Grant for 307 E Main Street was tabled until design materials and color are submitted. The committee also approved the prior meeting's minutes and adjourned.

• Approved Curb Appeal Grant for 206B West Main Street, up to $5,000 or available funds (all aye)
• Tabled Curb Appeal Grant discussion for 307 E Main Street until design materials and color submitted (all aye)
• Approved HDDC minutes from 5-26-2021 (all aye)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:10 pm (all aye)

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee will discuss and potentially act on several items, including downtown parklets, the Whitford park driveway replacement, facility rental fees, boat launch and event parking, and a work order for Danielson and Augusta Streets. The agenda includes reports from the Streets Supervisor, Parks Supervisor, and Engineer, and follows a prior meeting where rental fees were tabled.

• Discussion on downtown parklets and possible motion for action
• Discussion on Whitford park driveway replacement plans
• Review of rental fees for various facilities and possible fee schedule recommendation to Village Board
• Discussion on boat launch and event parking
• Review of work order for Danielson Street and Augusta Street

The Public Works Committee approved several items: a permit process for business parklets, moving forward with the Whitford park driveway replacement, new vendor rental fees for Village property, no changes to boat launch parking, and acceptance of a work order for Danielson and Augusta Streets. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved parklet permit process for businesses (all aye)
• Approved Whitford park driveway replacement plans (all aye)
• Set vendor rental fees: $200 Thu-Fri/Sat, $100 Tue-Wed/Sun in season; $150/$100 off-season, $0 Mon (all aye)
• Declined to change parking regulations near boat launch and Jefferson (all aye)
• Accepted work order for Danielson and Augusta Streets (all aye)

Plan Commission

The Waterford Plan Commission will consider a proposed Certified Survey Map (CSM) for Waterford High School and may take action. The agenda also includes routine items like approving minutes and public comments.

• Discussion and possible action on proposed CSM for Waterford High School

The Waterford Plan Commission approved the minutes from the May 18, 2022 meeting and a Certified Survey Map (CSM) for Waterford High School. Both motions passed unanimously. The meeting was brief and adjourned at 6:02 pm.

• Approved May 18, 2022 Planning Commission minutes (unanimous)
• Approved CSM for Waterford High School (unanimous)

Police & Fire Commission

The Waterford Fire Commission will review and approve the May 10, 2022 meeting minutes, then enter closed session to discuss Fire & EMS staff hiring and promotions. After reconvening, the commission will act on department hiring. The agenda is largely procedural, with the main substantive item being personnel decisions.

• Review and act on 5-10-2022 meeting minutes
• Closed session for Fire & EMS staff hiring and promotion
• Review and act on hiring for the department

The Fire Commission approved the May 10, 2022 minutes and then moved into closed session to discuss Fire & EMS staff hiring and other business. After reconvening, the meeting adjourned without any public substantive decisions.

• Approved 05-10-2022 Fire Commission minutes (all aye)
• Moved into closed session for Fire & EMS staff hiring and other business (all aye)
• Reconvened into open session (all aye)
• Adjourned at 6:44 pm (all aye)

Village Board

The Village Board will consider awarding a public construction contract for the Milwaukee St. Resurfacing Project to Wolf Paving for $573,831.45 plus a $30,000 contingency, along with other items including a credit rating report, a CSM approval, stakeholder survey results, and a utility compliance report. The board will also hold a closed session to discuss property purchases or public business.

• Contract award to Wolf Paving for Milwaukee St. Resurfacing Project: $573,831.45 plus $30,000 contingency
• Resolution 972-061322 approving a CSM at Cornerstone Court and Cornerstone Crossing
• Resolution 973-061322 approving the Village Utility's Compliance & Maintenance Annual Report
• Review of 2022 Village Stakeholder Survey results
• Approval of various liquor and other licenses for 2022-2023

The Village Board approved a $573,831.45 contract with Wolf Paving for the Milwaukee St. Resurfacing Project, plus a $30,000 contingency. They also accepted a $50,000 donation from the Lions Club for Whitford Park Pavilion repairs, approved annual alcohol licenses, and adopted resolutions for a CSM and the utility's annual report. All votes were unanimous.

• Awarded $573,831.45 contract to Wolf Paving for Milwaukee St. Resurfacing Project, plus $30,000 contingency (all aye)
• Accepted $50,000 Lions Club donation for Whitford Park Pavilion repairs, paid $10,000 annually for five years
• Approved annual alcohol licenses for the Village (all aye)
• Approved committee appointments including Bob Jones and Sarah Fell to various committees (all aye)
• Adopted Resolution 973-061322 approving CSM at Cornerstone Court and Cornerstone Crossing (all aye)
• Adopted Resolution 972-061322 approving Village Utility's Compliance & Maintenance Annual Report (all aye)
• Authorized President Houston to proceed with procuring a new DPW truck

Village Board

The Village Board will meet to consider moving into a closed executive session for purposes including negotiating public property purchases or investing public funds. The board will also consider motions for action related to items discussed during that closed session.

• Motion to convene into Executive Session regarding public property or fund investments

The Village Board held a special meeting and went into closed session to discuss purchasing public properties. After returning to open session, the board approved a draft Environmental Indemnity Agreement with Wisconsin Redevelopment, including specific changes to notice, indemnity cap, and term limits. The meeting adjourned immediately after.

• Approved draft Environmental Indemnity Agreement with Wisconsin Redevelopment, with changes: 48-hour work notice, indemnity cap of $400,000, term of lesser of 18 months or occupancy permit, final review by Village Administrator and attorney (all aye)

Joint Review Board

The Joint Review Board will review a proposed boundary and project plan amendment for Tax Incremental District (TID) No. 4. The meeting includes reviewing annual reports for TIDs No. 2, 3, and 4.

• Consideration of resolution approving Amendment No. 1 to Tax Incremental District No. 4
• Review of proposed Tax Increment District Boundary and Project Plan Amendment
• Review of annual reports on Tax Increment Districts No. 2, 3, and 4
• Review of Zoning & Planning Commission resolution adopting the Project Plan and Boundary

The Joint Review Board approved Resolution 971-052522-JRB, which approves the amended boundary and project plan for Tax Increment District No. 4, adding six parcels to the district. The board also approved the minutes from the May 16, 2022 meeting and reviewed annual reports for TIDs 2, 3, and 4. The meeting adjourned at 9:34 AM.

• Approved Resolution 971-052522-JRB approving TID No. 4 Boundary and Project Plan Amendment No. 1 (unanimous roll call vote)
• Approved the May 16, 2022 JRB minutes
• Reviewed annual reports for Tax Increment Districts 2, 3, and 4

Village Board

The Waterford Village Board is holding a special meeting to consider adopting Resolution 970-052322, which would approve a boundary and project plan amendment for Tax Incremental District No. 4. The amendment adds several parcels to the district, which is designated as a blighted area district, to support redevelopment. The board will act on a recommendation from the Plan Commission, which held a public hearing on May 18, 2022.

• Public hearing on TID 4 boundary amendment
• Adoption of Resolution 970-052322 approving TID No. 4 Amendment No. 1
• Adds properties including 191041936065010, 191041936071000, 191041936062000, 191041936065000, 191041936066000, 191041936101000
• District located north of E. Main Street on both sides of N. Milwaukee Street
• Project costs may include land acquisition, site grading, sewer and stormwater improvements, street improvements, and cash grants

The Village Board held a public hearing and unanimously approved Resolution 970-052322, which amends the boundary and project plan for Tax Incremental District No. 4. The vote was 5-0, with one trustee excused. The meeting adjourned shortly after.

• Opened and closed public hearing on TID 4 boundary amendment
• Approved Resolution 970-052322 for TID No. 4 boundary and project plan amendment (5-0)

Plan Commission

The Plan Commission will conduct a public hearing regarding a boundary amendment for Tax Incremental District (TID) #4. The meeting will also include discussions on pier permits, zoning determinations, and potential zoning code amendments.

• Public hearing for Boundary Amendment for TID #4
• Pier permit discussion for 300 Foxwood Dr #142
• Zoning determination for accessory use at 813 Rhoda Dr
• Proposed zoning code amendment regarding side yard uses and fences
• Potential enforcement moratorium on unpermitted side yard pools, hot tubs, and saunas

The Waterford Plan Commission approved Resolution 969-051822 for the TID #4 project plan and boundary amendment, along with a pier permit and a motion to hold a public hearing on zoning amendments regarding pools and hot tubs. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved Resolution 969-051822 for TID #4 project plan and boundary (5-0)
• Approved pier permit for 300 Foxwood Dr #142 (5-0)
• Moved proposed zoning amendments on privacy fences and pool accessory uses to public hearing (5-0)

Joint Review Board

The Joint Review Board will review and consider the amended Tax Increment District (TID) No. 4 boundary and project plan, along with the project schedule for Amendment No. 1. This follows a public hearing scheduled for May 18, 2022, on the proposed plan. The board will also approve minutes from the November 30, 2021 meeting.

• Review amended TID No. 4 Boundary and Project Plan
• Review TID No. 4 Amendment No. 1 project schedule
• Approve minutes from November 30, 2021 meeting
• Public hearing on TID No. 4 plan set for May 18, 2022 at 6:00 PM
• TID No. 4 is a Blight Elimination TID; properties to be added include six parcels

The Joint Review Board reviewed the proposed Tax Increment District No. 4, Amendment No. 1, which would add several parcels, including one needed for the Waterford Lofts II project. No formal action was taken on the amendment at this meeting; it was only discussed. The board approved the previous meeting's minutes and adjourned.

• Approved November 30, 2021 JRB minutes (motion carried)
• Reviewed TID No. 4 Amendment No. 1 boundary and project plan (no vote taken)

Public Works Committee

The committee is reviewing draft site plans and service options for 10 Club Park. Members will also discuss support for groups in public parks and consider recommendations for a rental fee schedule.

• Review of draft site plans for 10 Club Park
• Review of CM services as an option for 10 Club Park
• Review of rental fees for various facilities
• Discussion on bulk water sales
• Special Event Permits: Celebrate Waterford, Lion’s 4th of July Parade

The Public Works Committee approved sending out two construction management bids for the site and building with alternates to lower project costs, and approved draft site plans for 10 Club Park with amendments. It tabled discussions on park support groups and rental fees until next month, and decided not to move forward with bulk water sales.

• Approved sending two CM service bids for site and building (all aye)
• Approved draft site plans for 10 Club Park with amendments (all aye)
• Tabled park support groups and rental fee discussions until next month (all aye)
• Decided not to move forward with bulk water sales (all aye)
• Approved Celebrate Waterford special event (all aye)
• Approved Lion's 4th of July Parade (all aye)
• Approved April 18, 2022 minutes (all aye)

Police & Fire Commission

The Waterford Fire Commission is meeting to approve prior meeting minutes and then will enter closed session to review Fire & EMS staff hiring and promotion. After reconvening, the commission will review and act on hiring for the department. The agenda is mostly procedural, with the substantive item being personnel decisions.

• Review and act on 4-12-2022 meeting minutes
• Closed session for Fire & EMS staff hiring and promotion
• Review and act on hiring for the department

The Waterford Fire Commission approved adding five names to the eligibility list and accepted the chief's intent to hire them for part-time positions. All votes were unanimous. The meeting included a closed session for hiring discussions.

• Approved April 12, 2022 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved closed session for hiring discussions (5-0)
• Added Roth, Wallen, Zawacki, Lemke, McNamara to eligibility list (unanimous)
• Accepted intent to hire Roth, Wallen, Zawacki, Lemke, McNamara as part-time (unanimous)

Village Board

The Village Board is reviewing several financial resolutions, including the authorization of taxable and non-taxable general obligation refunding bonds. The agenda also includes a proposal to amend land division ordinances for extraterritorial plat reviews and discussions regarding equipment purchases and construction services.

• Authorization of up to $4,900,000 in General Obligation Refunding Bonds
• Authorization of up to $11,100,000 in Taxable General Oblion Refunding Bonds
• Proposed ordinance to set a 20-acre minimum lot size for extraterritorial plat reviews
• Contract proposal for door access control equipment with Pulse Communications for $12,899.00
• Contract proposal for a new DPW Truck from Lakeside International for $232,736

The Village Board approved several resolutions and contracts, including issuing up to $4.9 million in general obligation refunding bonds and a $232,736 contract for a new DPW truck. They also approved writing off rescue billings for 2018-2021, adopted a land division ordinance, and authorized a letter opposing the expansion of Town of Waterford Sanitary District #1. All votes were unanimous except for one abstention and one recusal.

• Adopted Ordinance 688-050922 amending Land Division chapter (6-0, Goldammer abstained)
• Approved Resolutions 962-965-050922 to write off rescue billings for 2018-2021 (all aye)
• Approved $12,899 door access control equipment with Pulse Communications (all aye)
• Approved Resolution 966-050922 amending 2021 budget (all aye)
• Approved $232,736 contract with Lakeside International for DPW truck (all aye)
• Authorized letter opposing Town of Waterford Sanitary District #1 expansion and seeking negotiations with Village of Rochester (all aye, Goldammer recused)
• Approved Resolution 967-050922 authorizing up to $4,900,000 GO refunding bonds (all aye)
• Approved not to approve Resolution 968-050922 for $11,100,000 taxable GO refunding bonds (all aye)

Finance, Taxes and Insurance

The Finance Committee will meet to discuss long-term financing for various short-term issues and review Village financials. The committee will also consider Resolution 966-050922, which amends the 2021 Budget.

• Discussion on long-term financing of short-term issues
• Review of Village financials
• Review of Resolution 966-050922 (Amending the 2021 Budget)
• Proposed $4,690,000 General Obligation Refunding Bonds
• Proposed $10,930,000 Taxable General Obligation Refunding Bonds

The Finance Committee voted to recommend Resolution 967-050922 to the Village Board, authorizing up to $4,900,000 in general obligation refunding bonds. It voted not to recommend Resolution 968-050922, which would authorize up to $11,100,000 in taxable general obligation refunding bonds. The committee also recommended Resolution 966-050922, amending the 2021 budget, and tabled discussion of current village financials until the next meeting.

• Recommended Resolution 967-050922 for $4,900,000 GO refunding bonds (all aye)
• Did not recommend Resolution 968-050922 for $11,100,000 taxable GO refunding bonds (all aye)
• Recommended Resolution 966-050922 amending the 2021 budget (all aye)
• Tabled discussion of current village financials until next meeting

Plan Commission

The Waterford Plan Commission will hold public hearings on a conditional use permit for a proposed self-storage facility at the southeast corner of State Highway 83 and Park Drive, and on an ordinance amending Chapter 235 to set a 20-acre minimum lot size for extraterritorial plat review. The commission will also review preliminary plans for a proposed drive-thru sales building for Spanky's on 36. The agenda includes standard items like approving minutes from the March 16 meeting.

• Public hearing on Ripple Storage Project: conditional use permit for a self-storage facility on 2.57 acres at SE corner of State Highway 83 and Park Drive
• Public hearing on Ordinance 688-050922: amending Chapter 235 to establish 20-acre minimum lot size for extraterritorial plat review within 1.5 miles of village boundaries
• Review of preliminary plans for Spanky's on 36, including a proposed drive-thru sales building
• Approval of minutes from March 16, 2022 Plan Commission meeting

Public Works Committee

The Public Works & Utilities Committee will discuss and consider motions on several items: Riverbend park gardens and landscaping, a MobCraft beer garden pop-up series, the Village's fee schedule for private events, bids for a key fob and control system, an engineering plan for Whitford Park driveway replacement, drainage and parking, the sale of old Christmas decorations, and the purchase of a new patrol truck. Reports from the Streets, Parks, and Engineer will also be presented.

• Discussion and possible action on Riverbend park gardens and landscaping
• Discussion and possible action on MobCraft Summer Series Beer Garden Pop-up
• Discussion and possible action on Village fee schedule for private events
• Review of bids for Village key fob and control system (Pulse Communications proposal: $12,848)
• Discussion and possible action on purchase of new patrol truck (Lakeside Intl proposal for 2024 HV607)

Police & Fire Commission

The Waterford Fire Commission is meeting to review the previous meeting's minutes and then adjourn into closed session to discuss Fire & EMS staff hiring and promotion. After reconvening, the commission will review and act on hiring for the department. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with no other substantive public items.

• Review and act on 3-29-2022 meeting minutes
• Closed session for Fire & EMS staff hiring and promotion
• Review and act on hiring for the department

Village Board

The Village Board will consider several items including a $2.5 million general obligation refunding bond resolution, development agreements for the Promethius Investors and Gemini South projects, and a listing contract for a Waterford Lofts unit. The board will also ratify proclamations for Arbor Day and Treasurer's Appreciation Week, and may enter closed session to discuss property purchases or investments.

• Resolution 961-041122 authorizing up to $2,500,000 in general obligation refunding bonds
• Development agreement for Promethius Investors LLC multi-tenant business complex (TID 3)
• Plan Commission recommendation on Gemini South Pre-3 project
• Extraterritorial plat submittal for parcel near 4500 N River Bay Rd
• Listing contract for unit 102 of Waterford Lofts project

The Village Board approved a resolution authorizing up to $2.5 million in general obligation refunding bonds, and accepted Plan Commission recommendations for two commercial projects (Promethius Investors and Gemini South Pre-3) subject to final review. They also approved an extraterritorial plat submittal for a parcel on N River Bay Road, ratified proclamations, and listed a contract for a Waterford Lofts unit. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved Resolution 961-041122 authorizing up to $2,500,000 GO refunding bonds (6-0)
• Accepted Plan Commission recommendation for Promethius Investors Commercial Multi-Tenant project (5-0)
• Accepted Plan Commission recommendation for Gemini South Pre-3 project, with impact fee renegotiation (5-0)
• Approved extraterritorial plat submittal for parcel near 4500 N River Bay Road (5-0)
• Ratified proclamations for Arbor Day and Treasurer's Appreciation (5-0)
• Listed contract for unit 102 of Waterford Lofts project (5-0)

Finance, Taxes and Insurance

The Waterford Finance, Taxes and Insurance Committee is meeting to review the village's financial reports, including an aging report on utility accounts and a summary of March 2022 expenses. The committee will consider an appropriate motion for action based on this review. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with no other substantive items listed.

• Review of village financials, including aging report showing $702,519.32 total outstanding utility balances as of 03/31/2022
• March 2022 expenses by vendor totaling $638,373.99, including $360,408.00 to Scherrer Construction and $74,585.41 to Waterford Police Department
• Consideration of a motion for action on the financial review

Police & Fire Commission

The commission will meet to review and act on department hiring. The meeting includes a closed session to consider staff hiring and promotions for Fire and EMS.

• Review and approval of March 1, 2022, meeting minutes
• Closed session regarding Fire & EMS staff hiring and promotion
• Open session review of department hiring

The Fire Commission approved adding Langer to the eligibility list and accepted the assistant chief's intent to hire Langer for a full-time assistant chief position. No motion was made to add Ryder to the eligibility list, so Ryder was not added. The meeting included a closed session for staff hiring discussions.

• Approved 03-01-2022 Fire Commission minutes (all aye)
• Adjourned into closed session for Fire & EMS staff hiring (all aye)
• Reconvened into open session (all aye)
• Added Langer to the eligibility list (all aye)
• Accepted intent to hire Langer as full-time assistant chief (all aye)
• No motion to add Ryder to eligibility list; Ryder not added

Village Board

The Village Board is holding a special meeting to discuss and potentially act on an amended development agreement and related offer documents with MCB Holdings LLC (assignee of MobCraft Beer Inc.) for the property at 122 N. 2nd St. The board will also consider convening in closed session to deliberate on purchasing public properties or investing public funds, then reconvene for possible action.

• Amendment to development agreement and offer documents with MCB Holdings LLC for 122 N. 2nd St.
• Purchase price of $399,900 for the property, with earnest money deposit of $10,000
• Escrow deposit of $300,000 required, with total deposit of $310,000 held as security for improvements
• Developer must construct improvements by Dec. 31, 2023, achieving assessed value of at least $650,000
• Closed session under Wis. Stat. 19.85(e) for property purchase or public fund investment negotiations

The Village Board voted unanimously to accept the development agreement and offer documents from Mobcraft Brewing Inc., conditional upon final legal and engineering review. The motion was made by Trustee McReynolds and seconded by Trustee Nash, with all present trustees voting in favor. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Accepted Mobcraft Brewing Inc. development agreement and offer documents, conditional on final legal and engineering review (unanimous)

Public Works Committee

The Public Works and Utilities Committee will discuss maintenance solutions for well pumps and booster pumps. The committee will also consider a lease agreement for Top Dawg LLC.

• Discussion on Well Water Solutions maintenance for well and booster pumps
• Discussion on lease agreement for Top Dawg LLC
• Reports from Streets Supervisor, Parks Supervisor, and Engineer

The Public Works Committee voted to deny a lease for Top Dawg LLC to set up a food stand on Village-owned walkway off Main Street, but approved allowing daily food vendors to sell on the north side of the parking lot in Ten Club Park, excluding Village special events and prohibiting vehicle parking on Village grass. The committee also approved continuing the maintenance contract with Well Water Solutions for well and booster pumps. Minutes from the previous meeting were approved.

• Denied lease agreement for Top Dawg LLC on Village walkway off Main Street (all aye)
• Allowed daily food vendors on north of parking lot in Ten Club Park, excluding Village special events, no vehicle parking on grass (all aye)
• Approved continuing Well Water Solutions maintenance contract for well and booster pumps (all aye)
• Approved minutes from 02.21.2022 meeting (all aye)

Plan Commission

The Waterford Plan Commission will review an extraterritorial land division request and two development projects. The commission is asked to approve a certified survey map for a 0.609-acre residential lot at 4500 River Bay Rd, and will review plans for the Pre-3 South project in Gemini Development and a Promethius Investors project in Mercury Business Park. The agenda also includes approval of the previous meeting's minutes.

• Extraterritorial CSM review: 0.609-acre residential lot at 4500 River Bay Rd, owned by Perry & Darlene Baumann
• Pre-3 South project: 4 multi-family buildings (12 units each) plus office, 5.01 acres, 144 parking stalls, Cornerstone Crossing
• Promethius Investors project in Mercury Business Park
• Approval of February 16, 2022 Plan Commission minutes

The Waterford Plan Commission approved a Certified Survey Map (CSM) for extraterritorial review, and approved plans for the Pre-3 South project in the Gemini Development Project and a Promethius Investors project in the Mercury Business Park, both subject to final legal and engineering review. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved CSM for extraterritorial plan review from Barbara and Jeffrey Fiehweg (all aye)
• Approved Pre-3 South project plans in Gemini Development Project, subject to final legal and engineering review (all aye)
• Approved Promethius Investors project plans in Mercury Business Park, subject to final legal and engineering review (all aye)

Village Board

The Waterford Village Board will review and potentially act on several items, including a development agreement for an O'Reilly Auto Parts store at 401 S. 6th St., the sale of a remnant lot for $15,000, a newsletter contract with LPI, and the issuance of $8.4 million in general obligation promissory notes. The board will also discuss forming a Racine County Intergovernmental Council and enter closed session for property negotiations.

• Resolution 961-031422: Authorize sale of portion of parcel 191041936001008 (401 S. 6th St.) and approve plans/development agreement for O'Reilly Auto Parts store
• Resolution 959-031422: Issue $4,730,000 general obligation promissory notes and a $4,730,000 note anticipation note
• Resolution 960-031422: Issue $3,665,000 taxable general obligation promissory notes and a $3,665,000 taxable note anticipation note
• Sale of remnant lot from Lofts 2 Project to Mike Casey for $15,000
• Contract with Baxter and Woodman for design and construction administration for Milwaukee Ave road work

The Waterford Village Board approved several resolutions, including the issuance of $4,727,000 and $3,694,000 general obligation promissory notes, the sale of a parcel to O'Reilly Auto Parts, and a 5-year newsletter contract. They also rejected bids for the Ten Club Park project and approved a settlement with Medical Billing Associates. All votes were unanimous except for one nay on the taxable GO note.

• Approved $4,727,000 GO promissory notes (5-0)
• Approved $3,694,000 taxable GO promissory notes (4-1, Goldammer nay)
• Approved sale of 401 S. 6th St. to O'Reilly Auto Parts (5-0)
• Approved 5-year newsletter service contract (5-0)
• Rejected bids for Ten Club Park project (5-0)
• Approved settlement with Medical Billing Associates (5-0)
• Approved CSM for Baumann under extraterritorial review (5-0)
• Approved sale of remnant lot to Mike Casey for $15,000 (5-0)

Tourism Commission

The Waterford Tourism Commission will discuss planned Village-hosted events for 2022, including seven events spanning 27 days, parklet installations at three locations, a marketing plan, and sponsorship opportunities. The agenda includes only this discussion item; no formal votes are scheduled.

• 7 events planned for 2022, including Spring Carnival, Fun & Food on First, Movies in the Park, Walnut Fest, Waterfeared, Holiday Market, and Winterford New Year's Eve
• Parklets to be placed in front of Café 213, Waterford Stillhouse, and side street by Marty's on Main Street
• Sponsorship opportunities range from $250 to $3,000 for events like Lumberjack Show, Movies in the Park, and fireworks
• Funding estimated at $30,000 from hotel room tax for 2022
• Marketing plan includes social media, website, newsletter, and ads in local publications

The Waterford Tourism Commission approved the 2022 work plan for village events as submitted, following a presentation by Kathy Lindbloom and village staff. The commission also approved the minutes from the April 26, 2021 meeting. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved 2022 work plan for events (all aye)
• Approved 4.26.21 meeting minutes (all aye)

Police & Fire Commission

The Waterford Fire Commission is meeting to review the previous meeting's minutes and then adjourn into closed session to discuss Fire & EMS staff hiring and promotion. After reconvening, the commission will review and act on hiring for the department. The agenda is largely procedural, with the main substantive item being personnel decisions.

• Review and act on 2-15-2022 meeting minutes
• Closed session for Fire & EMS staff hiring and promotion
• Review and act on hiring for the department

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee will discuss several engineering work orders from Baxter & Woodman regarding impact fees, utility plans, and N. Milwaukee Street. The meeting also includes discussions on Whitford Park improvements and replacing Christmas decorations.

• Review of Impact Fee Needs Assessment Work Order from Baxter & Woodman
• Review of Utility Plan Work Order from Baxter & Woodman
• Review of N. Milwaukee Street Work Order from Baxter & Woodman
• Discussion on Whitford Park improvements
• Special Event Permit: Changing a Destiny Day & 5k Run Walk

The Public Works & Utilities Committee approved several work orders and purchases, including 30 new snowflake decorations for downtown lamp posts, an Impact Fee Needs Assessment Work Order, a Utility Plan Work Order, and a Work Order for N Milwaukee Street. All motions passed, with one dissenting vote on the Utility Plan Work Order. The committee also approved special event permits for Changing a Destiny Day and 5K Run Walk on May 7th.

• Approved minutes from 11.15.2021 (all aye)
• Approved special event permits for Changing a Destiny Day and 5K Run Walk on May 7th (all aye)
• Approved purchase of 30 snowflake decorations for lamp posts on N Milwaukee Street (all aye)
• Approved Impact Fee Needs Assessment Work Order from Baxter & Woodman (all aye)
• Approved Utility Plan Work Order from Baxter & Woodman (4-1, Houston nay)
• Approved Work Order for N Milwaukee Street from Baxter & Woodman (all aye)

Plan Commission

The Plan Commission is reviewing a proposed 1.1-acre residential land division in the Town of Waterford. The agenda also includes a review of plans for a new 7,563 square foot O'Reilly Auto Parts building and a discussion regarding future development plans with Bielinski Development.

• Proposed 1.1-acre residential lot division from a 63-acre agricultural parcel by Perry & Darlene Baumann
• Review of plans for a 7,563 square foot O'Reilly Auto Parts retail building at Mercury Business Park
• Discussion with John Donovan of Bielinski Development regarding future development plans

The Waterford Planning Commission approved the minutes from the January 19, 2022 joint meeting. It approved a certified survey map (CSM) for parcel 016-04-19-24-007-000. It also approved the plans and CSM for O'Reilly Auto Parts as submitted. John Donovan spoke about Bielinski's future plans for its acquired land, but no action was taken on that item.

• Approved the 01.19.2022 Joint Planning Commission & HDDC minutes
• Approved the CSM for parcel 016-04-19-24-007-000
• Approved the plans and CSM for O'Reilly Auto Parts as submitted
• Adjourned the meeting at 6:27 pm

Police & Fire Commission

The commission will meet to review and act on hiring for the fire department. The meeting includes a closed session to consider Fire & EMS staff hiring and promotion.

• Review and approval of February 8, 2022, meeting minutes
• Closed session regarding Fire & EMS staff hiring and promotion
• Open session review of department hiring

The Waterford Fire Commission approved the minutes from the 02-09-2022 meeting, then entered closed session to discuss Fire & EMS staff hiring. After reconvening, the commission accepted Chief Rick Mueller's intent to hire Nebojsa Malic to a full-time position. The meeting adjourned at 5:48 pm.

• Approved the 02-09-2022 Fire Commission minutes
• Approved motion to enter closed session for staff hiring discussion
• Approved motion to reconvene into open session
• Approved Chief Mueller's intent to hire Nebojsa Malic full-time
• Approved motion to adjourn

Village Board

The Waterford Village Board is meeting to consider several action items, including amendments to a developer's agreement for 7 Waters Trail Condominiums, a development agreement for Mobcraft Brewing at Fire Station 1, an ordinance amending the fee schedule, and a resolution to apply for a WEDC grant for the Waterford Lofts project. The board will also hear an informational presentation on proposed school improvements and may enter closed session to discuss property purchases or investments.

• Review amendment to Developer's Agreement with 7 Waters Trail Condominiums (phasing and TID #3 incentive)
• Review plans and Development Agreement for Mobcraft at Fire Station 1; consider resolution
• 2nd reading of Ordinance 687-021422 amending the Fee Schedule
• Resolution 953-021422 to authorize CDI grant application to WEDC for Waterford Lofts Project
• Presentation by Luke Francois on proposed school improvements (informational only)

Police & Fire Commission

The Waterford Fire Commission is meeting to review and approve the minutes from the January 11, 2022 meeting, and to discuss and act on Fire & EMS staff hiring and promotions. The meeting will go into closed session for the hiring discussion, then reconvene in open session to act on the hiring. The agenda is otherwise routine.

• Review and act on 1-11-2022 meeting minutes
• Closed session for Fire & EMS staff hiring and promotion
• Review and act on hiring for the department

Village Board

The Waterford Village Board is holding a special meeting to consider two resolutions authorizing the sale of public lands: one for 103 N Milwaukee St to Wisconsin Redevelopment LLC and another for Fire Station 1 to Mobcraft Brewing LLC. The board will review and discuss development agreements for both properties and may take action. The agenda includes only these two items, with no other public hearings or business.

• Resolution 954-012522: sale of 103 N Milwaukee St to Wisconsin Redevelopment LLC for $1, with development agreement for a mixed-use building (9,397 sq ft commercial, 12 residential condos) and minimum assessed value of $4,000,000 by Jan 1, 2024
• Resolution 955-012522: sale of Fire Station 1 to Mobcraft Brewing LLC for redevelopment
• Development agreement for Wisconsin Redevelopment includes completion by Dec 31, 2023, and first right of refusal for future Lofts 1 project
• Public hearing and comments/correspondence are on the agenda but no specific items listed

The Village Board approved Resolution 954-012522, authorizing the sale of public lands at 103 N Milwaukee St to Wisconsin Redevelopment LLC for the Waterford Lofts 2 project, along with an amended development agreement and attached plans. Approval is conditioned on review by village legal and engineering. The board also tabled discussion on Mobcraft Brewing LLC.

• Approved Resolution 954-012522 authorizing sale of public lands at 103 N Milwaukee St to Wisconsin Redevelopment LLC (motion carried, Goldammer nay)
• Approved amended development agreement for Waterford Lofts 2, conditioned on legal and engineering review
• Tabled discussion on Mobcraft Brewing LLC (all aye)

Plan Commission

The Waterford Plan Commission and Heritage Design Committee will review updated FEMA flood mapping, discuss possible changes to home occupation regulations, and consider preliminary plans for lots in Mercury Business Park and a final plan for MobCraft Brewing. The meeting includes public appearances and approval of prior minutes.

• Review and discussion of FEMA Flood Mapping updated panels
• Discussion of §245-117 Home Occupations, possible motion for action
• Preliminary plans for lots 2 and 3 of Mercury Business Park
• Preliminary plan submitted as final for MobCraft Brewing
• Approval of joint Plan Commission and HDDC minutes from 09.15.21

The Waterford Joint Planning Commission & HDDC approved the preliminary plans and development agreement for MobCraft Brewing, and approved the schematics for lots 2 and 3 of the Mercury Business Park. Both motions passed unanimously. The commission also discussed updated FEMA flood mapping parcels and the Village's home occupation ordinance, with further discussion on home occupations planned for a future meeting.

• Approved MobCraft Brewing preliminary plans and development agreement (all aye)
• Approved Mercury Business Park schematics for lots 2 and 3 (all aye)
• Approved minutes from 11.17.2021 joint meeting (all aye)

Personnel Committee

The Waterford Personnel Committee will review a recommendation from the Fire Chief regarding staff wages and consider a motion for action. The agenda includes only this new business item, along with routine procedural items. The attached Fire Department proposal requests a modification to the 2022 Village budget to increase wages and add full-time staff, citing competitive pressures and staffing needs.

• Review Fire Chief's recommendation on staff wages
• Proposed 2022 Fire Department wage and salary cost estimate totals $1,193,192
• Request to modify 2022 Village budget for Fire Department staffing
• Proposal includes adding full-time staff and wage increases
• Fire Department cites competitive wages from other agencies

The Personnel Committee approved a new Fire Department pay scale and directed preparation of a related budget amendment. The committee also approved the minutes from the March 19, 2021 meeting. Fire Chief Rick Mueller reported on staffing shortages due to the Covid-19 pandemic.

• Approved new Fire Department pay scale and budget amendment preparation (unanimous)
• Approved March 19, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Police & Fire Commission

The Waterford Fire Commission is meeting to review and approve the minutes from the November 16, 2021 meeting. The main item of business is a closed session to discuss Fire & EMS staff hiring and promotions, followed by a possible vote on hiring in open session. The chief will also give a report.

• Review and act on 11-16-21 meeting minutes
• Closed session for Fire & EMS staff hiring and promotion
• Review and act on hiring for the department
• Report of the Chief

The Fire Commission approved the minutes from the previous meeting and then entered closed session to discuss Fire & EMS staff hiring. After reconvening, they added Capodarco Jr and O'Leary Knudsen to the eligibility list and accepted Chief Mueller's intent to hire both individuals. The meeting adjourned at 5:52 pm.

• Approved 11-16-2021 Fire Commission minutes (all aye)
• Approved closed session for Fire & EMS staff hiring (all aye)
• Added Capodarco Jr and O'Leary Knudsen to eligibility list (all aye)
• Accepted Chief Mueller's intent to hire Capodarco Jr and O'Leary Knudsen (all aye)

Village Board

The Waterford Village Board is holding a public hearing and first reading of Ordinance 687-121321, which would increase fines for various ordinance violations and adjust building permit fees. The board will also discuss a recommendation from SafeBuilt to adjust fees for 2022 and consider Resolution 952-011022 to designate public depositories. The meeting includes routine reports and a closed session for property or investment discussions.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 687-121321 to increase fines for violations like disorderly conduct (from $187 to $313), retail theft (from $187 to $313), and parking near fire hydrants (from $35 to $50).
• Discussion on SafeBuilt recommendation to adjust building permit fees for 2022, including increases in minimum permit fees and per-square-foot rates.
• Resolution 952-011022 to designate public depositories and signers for Village bank, utility, and investment accounts.
• Closed session under Wis. Stat. 19.85(e) to discuss purchasing public properties or investing public funds.

The Village Board approved a resolution amending building permit fees for 2022 as recommended by SafeBuilt, and designated public depositories. A public hearing on a fee schedule ordinance was closed without further action. The board also entered closed session and adjourned.

• Approved Resolution 956-011022 amending building permit fees for 2022 (all aye)
• Approved Resolution 952-011022 designating public depositories (all aye)
• Closed public hearing for Ordinance 687-121321 (all aye)
• Approved minutes from December 13, 2021 (all aye)
• Adjourned into closed session (roll call all aye)
• Returned to open session and adjourned (all aye)