Wauwatosa public meetings in 2025

Design Review Board

The Design Review Board will meet to discuss four design proposals. The agenda includes reviews for multi-family developments and graduate housing.

• Window review for St. Matthews at 1615 Wauwatosa Avenue
• Mayfair Mall Phase A new multi-family project at 2400 N Mayfair Rd
• Latitude 43 new multi-family project at 2825-2835 N Mayfair Rd
• The Commons at MCW new graduate housing at 8701 Watertown Plank Rd

The Board approved new multi-family developments at 2400 N Mayfair Rd and 2825-2835 N Mayfair Rd. Two other projects regarding windows at 1615 Wauwatosa Avenue and graduate housing at 8701 Watertown Plank Rd were held.

• Approved Mayfair Mall Phase A multi-family project with conditions regarding mechanical equipment color and signage (8-0)
• Approved Latitude 43 multi-family project at 2825-2835 N Mayfair Rd (7-0-1)
• Held window proposal for St. Matthews at 1615 Wauwatosa Avenue pending additional elevations
• Held The Commons at MCW graduate housing project at 8701 Watertown Plank Rd

Community Development Authority

The Community Development Authority will receive an update on the former Boston Store property. The body will also consider purchasing properties from private owners for redevelopment purposes.

• Update on former Boston Store property at 2400 N Mayfair Road
• Consideration of purchasing private properties for redevelopment

The Community Development Authority approved a motion to authorize staff to pursue the purchase of properties from private owners for redevelopment. The specific properties and terms were discussed in a closed session. A broader discussion on the matter is scheduled for the January meeting.

• Approved minutes of the November 20, 2025, meeting (4-0)
• Approved motion to enter closed session to discuss purchasing public properties or investing public funds (4-0)
• Authorized staff to pursue purchase of properties for redevelopment based on closed session terms (4-0)

Common Council

The Common Council will review a term sheet for a joint fire department with West Allis and various public works contracts. The meeting includes decisions on zoning permits, liquor licenses, and budget amendments for cybersecurity and traffic signals.

• Joint fire department term sheet with West Allis
• Concrete Sidewalk Repair contract awarded to Milwaukee General Construction for $1,060,891.59
• Conditional Use Permit for Cuppa Tosa Kitchen & Café LLC at 11320 W. Blue Mound Road
• Budget amendment of $100,000 for the State and Local Cybersecurity Grant Program
• Public hearing set for January 27, 2026, regarding 2026 street and alley improvement assessments

The Common Council approved an executive summary and term sheet to pursue a joint fire department with the City of West Allis, adding a directive to address firefighter employee benefits. Council members also awarded a $1,060,891.59 contract for citywide concrete sidewalk repairs and approved a dispatch service review. Additionally, the council declared its intent to assess neighboring property owners for 2026 street and alley improvements and scheduled a public hearing for January 27, 2026.

• Approved term sheet describing a joint fire department with West Allis (14-2)
• Awarded $1,060,891.59 sidewalk repair contract to Milwaukee General Construction (15-0, 1 recused)
• Approved dispatch service review with McMahon Associates and fund transfer (12-4)
• Declared intent to perform 2026 street and alley work and assess property owners (16-0)
• Amended 2025 budget by $100,000 for cybersecurity grant program (16-0)
• Approved early delivery and fund reallocation for an aerial ladder fire truck (16-0)
• Waived RFP process to contract JW Industries for Hart Park bleacher repairs (16-0)
• Approved conditional use permit for Cuppa Tosa Kitchen & Café at 11320 W. Blue Mound Rd (16-0)

Government Affairs Committee

The Government Affairs Committee will meet to provide an update and potentially take action regarding collective bargaining with the Wauwatosa Professional Firefighters Local 1923. The committee may enter a closed session for this item per Wis. Stat. §19.85 (1)(e).

• Collective bargaining update and possible action regarding Wauwatosa Professional Firefighters Local 1923

The Government Affairs Committee recommended that the City Administrator draft a letter of intent regarding employee benefit considerations for the Wauwatosa Professional Firefighters Local 1923. A motion to enter a closed session to discuss the matter failed.

• Motion to enter closed session for collective bargaining failed (4-4)
• Recommended City Administrator draft letter of intent for Wauwatosa Professional Firefighters Local 1923 (8-0)

Senior Commission

The Senior Commission will meet to review commission funding and discuss advocacy opportunities regarding SB 375. The body will also receive updates on the Library of Things and reports from city departments.

• Review of Senior Commission Funding
• Advocacy updates regarding SB 375
• Library of Things update
• Reports from the Police Department, Health Department, and Joint Housing Coalition

The Wauwatosa Senior Commission approved its November 17, 2025 meeting minutes and discussed senior commission funding, upcoming health department reports, and state legislation regarding speeding cameras. No formal action or votes were taken regarding the legislation or funding reviews.

• Approved November 17, 2025 minutes

Youth Commission

The Youth Commission will review reports from city departments and various committees. The body will discuss unfinished business regarding community projects and appoint members to the awards committee.

• Story Book Walk project with Friends of County Grounds Park
• Career/Life Program
• Community Events
• Appointment of members to awards committee

The Youth Commission approved several expenditures using 2025 reserve funds before the year-end deadline. Decisions included funding for high school playbill ads, the Storybook Walk project, and promotional materials for the Career/Life Program.

• Approved up to $700 for half-page ads in Tosa East and Tosa West High School Theatre Playbills for 2026
• Approved $350 donation to Friends of County Grounds Storybook Walk Committee for 2026 sign boards
• Approved up to $1,200 for Career/Life Program promotional items
• Approved minutes from October 8, 2025, meeting
• Approved minutes from November 12, 2025, meeting

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will consider the 2026 Paving Assessment Resolution and the city's intent to perform street and alley improvements in 2026. The body will also review a retaining wall encroachment request and a WisDOT relocation order.

• Retaining wall encroachment request at 6128 Wells Street
• Relocation Order and Plat for Blue Mound Road (N. 106th to N. 68th St.)
• Proposed 2026 Paving Assessment Resolution
• Final payment for Contract 24-91 Street Light Conversion
• Award of Contract 26-19 for Concrete Sidewalk Repair

The Board of Public Works recommended several infrastructure projects and assessments to the Common Council for final approval. The board also approved its 2026 meeting calendar and previous meeting minutes.

• Recommended approval of retaining wall encroachment at 6128 Wells Street (4-0)
• Recommended approval of Blue Mound Road Relocation Order and Plat (4-0)
• Recommended approval of 2026 Paving Assessment Resolution (4-0)
• Recommended approval of final payment for Street Light Conversion contract 24-91 (4-0)
• Recommended approval of Concrete Sidewalk Repair contract 26-19 (4-0)
• Recommended approval of 2026 street and alley improvements and property assessments (5-0)
• Recommended January 27, 2026, as public hearing date for 2026 assessments (5-0)
• Approved 2026 meeting calendar with start time changed to 9 am (5-0)

Police and Fire Commission

The Commission will hold a special meeting to conduct interviews for police officer positions in a closed session. Following the interviews, the body will return to open session to certify an eligibility list.

• Interviews of candidates for Police Officer positions (Item 25-2276)
• Certification of eligibility list

The commission held a special meeting to interview candidates for police officer positions in closed session. Following the interviews, the commission returned to open session and voted to certify the eligibility list.

• Approved certification of the police officer eligibility list (unanimous)

Community Affairs Committee

The Community Affairs Committee will meet to discuss one item. The body is considering the approval of a Memorandum of Understanding between the City of Wauwatosa and Friends of Firefly Grove Park.

• Memorandum of Understanding between the City of Wauwatosa and Friends of Firefly Grove Park (25-2259)

The Community Affairs Committee met on December 9, 2025, and recommended approval of a Memorandum of Understanding between the City of Wauwatosa and the Friends of Firefly Grove Park.

• Recommended for approval Memorandum of Understanding between City of Wauwatosa and Friends of Firefly Grove Park (5-0-2)

Government Affairs Committee

The Government Affairs Committee will discuss a potential joint fire department with West Allis. The body is also reviewing a liquor license application and agreements for emergency services.

• Liquor license application for North 48 Bar at 7603 W. State Street
• Intergovernmental agreement with the State of Wisconsin for Urban Search & Rescue Response Services
• Dispatch Service Review with McMahon Associations and associated fund transfer
• Executive summary/term sheet for a joint fire department formed by West Allis and Wauwatosa

The Government Affairs Committee recommended approval of a term sheet for a joint fire department with West Allis, including amendments regarding governance and cost-share reviews. The committee also recommended approval for a liquor license and two public safety agreements.

• Recommended approval of joint fire department term sheet with West Allis (5-2)
• Recommended approval of Urban Search & Rescue agreement with State of Wisconsin (7-0)
• Recommended approval of Dispatch Service Review with McMahon Associations (6-1)
• Recommended approval of Class 'B' Beer and Liquor license for North 48 Bar (6-0)

Financial Affairs Committee

The Financial Affairs Committee will review several grant agreements for traffic signal upgrades and police department contracts. The body will also discuss the potential purchase of private property within Tax Increment District 7.

• Request to reallocate 2027 capital budget funds to 2026 for an aerial ladder truck
• Contracts for Police Department uniforms, equipment, and towing services (2026-2028)
• Three WisDOT grant agreements for signal controllers, FiberRadio, and ATMS software
• Contract with JW Industries for flood damaged bleacher repair at Hart Park Stadium
• Discussion on purchasing private property within Tax Increment District 7

The Financial Affairs Committee recommended approval for multiple city projects, including fire truck funding, police equipment and towing contracts, and traffic signal upgrades. The committee also approved a contract for flood-damaged bleacher repairs at Hart Park Stadium and reviewed the 2025 third-quarter general fund forecast. All action items were recommended for approval by a 7-0 vote.

• Recommended early fire truck delivery and budget reallocation (7-0)
• Recommended 2026-2028 police uniform and equipment contracts (7-0)
• Recommended 2026-2028 police towing service contracts (7-0)
• Recommended 2025 budget amendment for cybersecurity grant (7-0)
• Recommended three WisDOT traffic signal and management agreements (7-0)
• Recommended contract for Hart Park bleacher repairs (7-0)

Plan Commission

The Plan Commission will review a conditional use permit for an eating establishment and a land combination request. Both items are located on W. Blue Mound Road.

• Conditional Use Permit for Cuppa Tosa Kitchen & Café LLC at 11320 W. Blue Mound Road
• Land combination via Certified Survey Map at 11811 W. Blue Mound Road

The Plan Commission recommended approval for a conditional use permit for an eating establishment and a land combination via Certified Survey Map. Both requests were moved forward for further approval.

• Recommended approval for eating establishment at 11320 W. Blue Mound Road (6-0)
• Recommended approval for land combination at 11811 W. Blue Mound Road (6-0)

Design Review Board

The Design Review Board is meeting to discuss one item of new business. The board will review proposed exterior changes for a Planet Fitness location.

• Exterior changes at 3201 N Mayfair Rd (Planet Fitness)

The Design Review Board met on December 4, 2025, to review one item of new business. The board approved submitted exterior changes for the Planet Fitness location at 3201 N Mayfair Rd.

• Approved exterior changes for Planet Fitness at 3201 N Mayfair Rd (25-2172)

Community Development Block Grant Committee

The Community Development Block Grant Committee will hold a public hearing for comments on the 2026 Community Needs / Citizen Participation Plan. The committee will also discuss annual entitlement program updates and projects.

• Public hearing on 2026 Community Needs / Citizen Participation Plan (25-2246)
• Discussion of Annual Entitlement Program Updates and Projects (25-2247)

The committee held a public hearing on the 2026 Community Needs and Citizen Participation Plan, receiving no public comments. The plan was approved by the committee. Members also received an informational update on the 2026 program year and the HUD-approved 2025-2029 Consolidated Plan.

• Approved 2026 Community Needs / Citizen Participation Plan (5-0)

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works is meeting to consider two requests for road closures. These requests involve construction and utility work in specific city blocks.

• Request by Catalyst Construction for a three day full road closure in the 7400 block of Harwood Avenue
• Request by WE Energies for partial and lane closures in the 7400 block of Blanchard Street, 1300 block of Wauwatosa Avenue, and 7400 block of Harwood Avenue

The Board of Public Works approved two requests for road closures to facilitate construction and utility work. One approval included specific requirements for business signage and extended working hours.

• Approved three-day full road closure in 7400 block of Harwood Avenue (4-1)
• Approved partial and lane closures on Blanchard Street, Wauwatosa Avenue, and Harwood Avenue (5-0)

Design Review Board

The Design Review Board will meet to discuss one new business item. The board is reviewing proposed exterior changes for a property located at 3201 N Mayfair Rd.

• Exterior changes for Planet Fitness at 3201 N Mayfair Rd (25-2172)

The Board reviewed proposed exterior changes for Planet Fitness at 3201 N Mayfair Rd. The request was held pending further review of the entry canopy and door modifications. A permit for interior work was allowed to proceed.

• Held exterior changes for 3201 N Mayfair Rd (Planet Fitness)
• Approved permit for interior work at 3201 N Mayfair Rd

Community Development Authority

The Community Development Authority will review a mortgage subordination agreement and a CDBG loan application. The body will also consider an offer to purchase a property on Menomonee River Parkway.

• Mortgage subordination agreement with Crafty Cow LLC at 6519 W North Avenue
• CDBG loan application from Sukhlal Gill, Morethanbourbon Inc. for 11500 W North Avenue
• Offer to purchase 7746 Menomonee River Parkway by Jeffrey Hook, JJH3 Group

The Community Development Authority approved a $100,000 CDBG revolving loan for the new More Than Bourbon restaurant at 11500 W. North Avenue. Members also approved an offer to purchase property at 7746 Menomonee River Parkway following a closed session discussion. Additionally, the Authority authorized a mortgage subordination agreement for Crafty Cow LLC at 6519 W. North Avenue.

• Approved minutes of the Oct. 16, 2025 meeting (5-0)
• Approved mortgage subordination agreement with Crafty Cow LLC at 6519 W. North Ave. (5-0)
• Approved $100,000 CDBG revolving loan at 2.0% interest for Morethanbourbon, Inc. at 11500 W. North Ave. (5-0)
• Approved offer to purchase 7746 Menomonee River Parkway by Jeffrey Hook, JJH3 Group, contingent on closed session condition (5-0)

Library Board Planning Committee

The Library Board Planning Committee will meet to discuss the 2026 action plan and receive an update on the municipal complex project. The committee will also review minutes from December 11, 2024.

• 2026 Action plan discussion
• Municipal complex project update

The Wauwatosa Library Board Planning Committee met on November 19, 2025, but lacked a quorum to conduct business. Consequently, no action was taken on the December 11, 2024 meeting minutes, and the 2026 action plan and municipal complex project updates were discussed without formal votes.

• Approval of December 11, 2024 meeting minutes held due to lack of quorum (No Action Taken)
• Discussed 2026 action plan without taking formal action
• Received municipal complex project update without taking formal action

Library Board of Trustees

The Library Board of Trustees will review year-to-date financial reports and ratify monthly operating vouchers. The board is also scheduled to discuss 'Trustee Essentials 22: Freedom of expression and inquiry'.

• Year-to-date financial reports
• Monthly operating vouchers ratification
• Discussion on Freedom of expression and inquiry

The Library Board of Trustees approved the meeting minutes from October 15, 2025, and ratified the monthly operating vouchers. The board also received financial, president, director, and foundation reports.

• Approved October 15, 2025 meeting minutes (9-0)
• Approved monthly operating vouchers (9-0)

Police and Fire Commission

The Commission will consider the 2026 meeting calendar and review reports from the Police and Fire Chiefs. Discussions include police hiring modifications and a West Allis merger update. Closed sessions are scheduled to discuss the Interim Fire Chief position and a police resignation.

• Approval of the 2026 Police and Fire Commission Meeting Calendar
• Request to temporarily modify hiring steps for sponsored and lateral recruits
• Promotion of Police Officer Alexander Herrera to Sergeant
• Promotion of Sgt. Jacob Grosenick to Lieutenant
• Update on the West Allis merger

The Commission approved changes to hiring requirements for sponsored and lateral police candidates to address a staffing crisis. It also appointed Assistant Chief Barb Kadrich as Interim Fire Chief starting January 1, 2026.

• Approved 2026 Police and Fire Commission Meeting Calendar (4-0)
• Approved modifying sponsored police hiring to 30 education credits at hire and adopting State PRT physical agility standards (4-0)
• Approved modifying or suspending the assessment center and removing the PT test for lateral police candidates (4-0)
• Appointed Assistant Chief Barb Kadrich to Interim Fire Chief effective January 1, 2026 (4-0)
• Approved October 2, 2025 special meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved October 15, 2025 regular meeting minutes (4-0)

Board of Review

The Board of Review will meet to consider a request from the assessor to add omitted property to the assessment roll. The meeting includes a hearing regarding subpoena compliance for a subpoena dated November 7, 2025.

• Hearing for Tax Key # 380-1016-000 (1000 N 92nd Street), owned by Children’s Hospital of Wisconsin, Inc.

The Board of Review voted to add omitted property values for 2023, 2024, and 2025 to the assessment roll for 1000 N 92nd Street. The Board also approved a correction of palpable error for a separate parcel and dismissed a subpoena compliance matter as moot.

• Added 2025 omitted property value of $47,675,400 to assessment roll (3-0)
• Added 2023 omitted property value of $36,881,300 and 2024 value of $43,059,100 to assessment roll (3-0)
• Dismissed November 7, 2025 subpoena compliance as moot (3-0)
• Approved correction of palpable error for 2024 for parcel 380-1011-000 in the amount of $1,933,800 (3-0)

Board of Health

The Board of Health will review departmental reports and discuss several new business items. The meeting includes planning for 2026 and a review of the WI Association of Local Health Department and Boards.

• Annual Board of Health survey
• Strategic Planning
• 2026 meeting schedule
• WI Association of Local Health Department and Boards (WALHDAB) overview
• Advocacy opportunities

The Board of Health reviewed departmental reports regarding public health nursing, environmental health, and community health initiatives. The board also discussed upcoming strategic planning, advocacy opportunities, and confirmed the current quarterly meeting schedule.

• Approved August 19, 2025 meeting minutes
• Adjourned meeting at 8:38 AM

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will meet to conduct the annual performance evaluation of the City Administrator. This item may be discussed in a closed session.

• Annual performance evaluation of the City Administrator (25-2165)

The Committee of the Whole reviewed the annual performance evaluation of the City Administrator. The committee recommended approval of a 1.5% bonus as permitted by contract.

• Recommended 1.5% bonus for City Administrator (14-1)

Common Council

The Common Council will consider the 2026 city budgets and an ordinance amending zoning laws for the Tosa Tomorrow 2045 Comprehensive Plan. The body will also review several conditional use permits for businesses and developments.

• 2026 City of Wauwatosa Operating and Capital Budgets
• Zoning ordinance amendments related to Tosa Tomorrow 2045 Comprehensive Plan
• Conditional Use Permit for an eating establishment at 11320 W. Blue Mound Road
• Conditional Use Permit for a mixed-use development at 10499 Innovation Drive
• Wauwatosa Village Business Improvement District 2026 operating plan and budget

The Council adopted the 2026 budgets with an amended property tax levy of $53,149,153. Several conditional use permits for businesses and housing were approved, and zoning ordinances were updated to implement the Tosa Tomorrow 2045 Comprehensive Plan.

• Approved 2026 Operating and Capital Budgets with $53,149,153 tax levy (12-3)
• Adopted zoning ordinance amendments for Tosa Tomorrow 2045 plan (13-2)
• Approved conditional use permit for bar at 7603 W. State Street (14-0)
• Approved conditional use permit for day care at 7754 Harwood Avenue (13-2)
• Approved mixed-use development and land division at 10499 Innovation Drive (15-0)
• Approved term sheet for multi-family apartment conversion at 10499 W. Innovation Drive (14-1)
• Approved 2026 Wauwatosa Village Business Improvement District plan and budget (15-0)
• Approved 1.5% bonus for City Administrator (14-1)

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will meet to review a request from Catalyst Construction. The request concerns a temporary full road closure in a specific residential block.

• Request by Donald Michna of Catalyst Construction for a three day full road closure in the 7400 block of Harwood Avenue

The Board of Public Works held a request for a three-day full road closure in the 7400 block of Harwood Avenue. The item will remain held until Member Hammond coordinates a signage plan with the applicant and the Village BID.

• Held request for three-day road closure in 7400 block of Harwood Avenue (4-1)

Board of Building and Fire Code Appeals

The Board of Building and Fire Code Appeals will meet to review a request for a variance from the Wisconsin Uniform Building Code. The request concerns second-floor ceiling height requirements for a specific property.

• Variance request 25-2156 from Therese Hanson regarding second-floor ceiling height requirements

The Board approved a variance for property owner Therese Hanson regarding second-floor ceiling height requirements. The approval is conditional upon the installation of specific smoke and carbon monoxide detectors and a fire escape ladder.

• Approved variance for second-floor ceiling height requirements (25-2156) with conditions for smoke/CO detectors and a fire escape ladder

Equity and Inclusion Commission

The Equity and Inclusion Commission will meet virtually to discuss and elect leadership. The body will also receive updates from the Common Council and determine items for the next meeting agenda.

• Leadership discussion and election
• Common Council updates

Youth Commission

The Youth Commission will meet to appoint first and second adult vice chairs. The agenda includes a discussion with City Attorney Jennifer Tate and reports from various city departments and committees.

• Appointments of First and Second Adult Vice Chairs
• Discussion with City Attorney Jennifer Tate
• Story Book Walk project with Friends of County Grounds Park
• Trunk or Treat
• Reports from Police and Recreation Departments

The Youth Commission held an informational meeting to review the treasurer's report, discuss upcoming career programs, and receive updates from the Recreation Department. No formal votes were taken during the session. The commission tabled a funding discussion regarding the Story Book Walk project pending further information on potential external funding sources.

• Tabled funding discussion for Story Book Walk project
• Received treasurer's report showing $11.05 remaining balance

Tourism Commission

The Tourism Commission will meet to review the Discover Wauwatosa 2025 Annual Report. The body will also receive updates regarding a hotel and a park art project.

• Presentation of the Discover Wauwatosa 2025 Annual Report
• Update on public art installation for Firefly Grove Park
• Update on Sonesta Milwaukee West Hotel

The Commission approved the minutes from the September 10, 2025 meeting. Members received updates on the Discover Wauwatosa 2025 Annual Report, public art at Firefly Grove Park, and the conversion of the Sonesta Milwaukee West Hotel into housing.

• Approved September 10, 2025 meeting minutes

Historic Preservation Commission

The commission will review the Treasurer's Report and hold a follow-up discussion regarding the September National Register Historic Districts neighborhood meeting.

• Treasurer’s Report (25-2097)
• Follow-up discussion on September National Register Historic Districts neighborhood meeting (25-2098)

The Historic Preservation Commission approved a plan to coordinate with local officials and experts regarding National Register and local historic designations. Members also approved all past meeting minutes and reviewed the treasurer's report.

• Approved all past meeting minutes (6-0)
• Approved strategy to coordinate with Beth Jaworski and Ald. Foley on historic nominations (6-0)

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will consider awarding contracts for stone, sand, and gravel for the 2026 season. The board is also reviewing plans for a sidewalk repair program and a temporary road closure request.

• Three-day full road closure request for the 7400 block of Harwood Avenue
• Plans and specifications for Contract 26-19 Sidewalk Repair Program (North Ave, 88th St, Center St, and Lefeber Ave)
• Awarding contracts for stone, sand, and gravel for the 2026 construction and repair season
• Final payment for Project 1024 / Contract 24-08 2024 Utility Improvements
• Final payment for Contract 25-21 / Project 2307 Swan Boulevard Bridge Deck Sealing

The Board approved plans for a sidewalk repair program and ratified project partial payments. It recommended that the Common Council approve contracts for 2026 construction materials and final payments for utility and bridge projects.

• Approved plans for Contract 26-19 Sidewalk Repair Program (6-0)
• Recommended approval to Common Council for 2026 stone, sand, and gravel purchase contracts (6-0)
• Recommended approval to Common Council for final payment on Project 1024 / Contract 24-08 2024 Utility Improvements (6-0)
• Recommended approval to Common Council for final payment on Contract 25-21 / Project 2307 Swan Boulevard Bridge Deck Sealing (6-0)
• Approved ratification of project partial payments (6-0)
• Held request for three-day road closure in 7400 block of Harwood Avenue (6-0)

Government Affairs Committee

The Government Affairs Committee will meet to review a proposal regarding fire services. The body is considering the approval of an executive summary and term sheet for a joint fire department between Wauwatosa and West Allis.

• Approval of executive summary/term sheet for a joint fire department with West Allis (25-2092)

The Government Affairs Committee reviewed an executive summary and term sheet regarding the formation of a joint fire department between the cities of West Allis and Wauwatosa. No final action was taken on the proposal. The item is scheduled to return to the committee for further discussion on December 9, 2025.

• Consideration of joint fire department term sheet held (no vote)

Financial Affairs Committee

The Financial Affairs Committee will consider the 2026 operating plan and budget for the Village Business Improvement District. The body will also review proposed term sheets for two residential development projects.

• Wauwatosa Village Business Improvement District 2026 Operating Plan, Budget and Proposed Assessments
• Proposed term sheet for affordable housing development on Foundry Way in the Burleigh Triangle
• Proposed term sheet for the conversion of the Sonesta Hotel to a multi-family apartment building

The Financial Affairs Committee recommended approval of the 2026 operating plan and budget for the Wauwatosa Village Business Improvement District. The committee also recommended approval of a term sheet for converting the Sonesta Hotel into a multi-family apartment building.

• Recommended approval of Wauwatosa Village BID 2026 Operating Plan, Budget and Proposed Assessments (7-0)
• Recommended approval of term sheet for Sonesta Hotel conversion to multi-family apartments (7-0)
• Approved motion to enter closed session for property/fund negotiations (7-0)

Plan Commission

The Plan Commission will review several conditional use permits for businesses and residential development. The body will also consider an ordinance to amend Title 24 Zoning to align with the Tosa Tomorrow 2045 Comprehensive Plan.

• Conditional Use Permit for a bar at 7603 W. State Street
• Conditional Use Permit for a day care at 7754 Harwood Avenue
• Conditional Use Permit to convert a hotel to multi-unit residential at 10499 Innovation Drive
• Land Division via Certified Survey Map at 10499 Innovation Drive
• Proposed ordinance to amend Title 24 (Zoning) related to Tosa Tomorrow 2045 Comprehensive Plan

The Plan Commission recommended approval for a new bar, a day care center, and the conversion of a hotel into apartments. The commission also recommended approval for a land division and amendments to the Title 24 Zoning ordinance related to the Tosa Tomorrow 2045 Comprehensive Plan.

• Recommended approval for drinking establishment/bar at 7603 W. State Street (7-0)
• Recommended approval for day care at 7754 Harwood Avenue (7-0)
• Recommended approval to convert hotel to multi-unit residential at 10499 Innovation Drive (7-0)
• Recommended approval for land division at 10499 Innovation Drive (7-0)
• Recommended approval for Title 24 Zoning ordinance amendments for Tosa Tomorrow 2045 (7-0)

Design Review Board

The Design Review Board will meet to discuss several development projects and exterior alterations. The board is also reviewing the proposed meeting schedule for 2026.

• New multi-family development at 2400 N Mayfair (Mayfair Mall Phase A)
• Exterior alterations for Little Caesars at 6707 W North Avenue
• New residential home at 67th & Powell
• 2026 Proposed Design Review Board Schedule

The Board approved the 2026 meeting schedule, a new residential home at 67th & Powell, and exterior alterations for the Little Caesars at 6707 W North Avenue. A proposal for a new multi-family development at 2400 N Mayfair was held for further study of landscaping, mechanical screening, and site details.

• Approved 2026 Design Review Board schedule
• Approved new residential home at 67th & Powell
• Approved exterior alterations for Little Caesars at 6707 W North Avenue
• Held proposal for new multi-family development at 2400 N Mayfair

Board of Review

The Board of Review will consider subpoena requests and compliance for two properties. The body will also review a waiver of hearing and a request to compel subpoena compliance regarding a possible omitted assessment.

• Subpoena request for 201 N Mayfair Road (Ascension SE Wisconsin Hospital Inc.)
• Subpoena request for 1000 N 92nd Street (Children’s Hospital of Wisconsin, Inc.)
• Waiver of hearing for 201 N Mayfair Road
• Procedural hearing to compel subpoena compliance for 1000 N 92nd Street

The Board approved a request to waive a Board of Review hearing for Ascension SE Wisconsin Hospital Inc. A procedural hearing regarding a possible omitted assessment for Children’s Hospital of Wisconsin, Inc. was scheduled for a future date.

• Approved waiver of BOR hearing for Ascension SE Wisconsin Hospital Inc. (3-0)
• Scheduled omitted assessment review for Children’s Hospital of Wisconsin, Inc. for Nov. 19, 2025
• No action taken on subpoena requests for 201 N Mayfair Road and 1000 N 92nd Street

Commission for Persons with Disabilities

The Commission will meet virtually to discuss various updates and reports. Agenda items include budget expenditures, an accessibility inventory, and a report to the Common Council.

• Budget expenditures for Commission
• Accessibility inventory
• Commission report to Common Council
• Wauwatosa Schools update
• Commission membership including student representative

The Commission approved the minutes from the September 3, 2025, meeting. Members discussed school updates, the 2025 report to Common Council, and the potential purchase of a manual wheelchair for the library. Several items, including the accessibility inventory and social opportunities for adults with IDD, were tabled until December.

• Approved minutes of the September 3, 2025, regular meeting
• Proposed research and purchase of a standard manual wheelchair for the library using commission funds

Common Council

The Common Council will gather for a presentation and open house regarding upcoming changes to Council size and the spring 2026 election. This is an informal gathering and no formal action will be taken.

• Presentation and open house on Council size changes
• Discussion of the spring 2026 election

Sustainability Committee

The provided agenda contains no listed discussion items, decisions, or scheduled business. The document consists of a header and page markers only.

Community Affairs Committee

The Community Affairs Committee will meet to discuss one item. The committee is scheduled to review the Senior Commission Annual Report.

• Senior Commission Annual Report (25-1928)

The committee met to receive a presentation on the Senior Commission Annual Report. No substantive decisions were made during the meeting.

• Received Senior Commission Annual Report (Informational only)

Government Affairs Committee

The Government Affairs Committee will meet to consider an appointment for a successor agent and review the 2026 Common Council meeting calendar.

• Appointment application for successor Agent: Brett Zingshem, Walgreens #03578, 2275 N. Mayfair Road, Suite 102
• Approval of the 2026 Common Council Meeting Calendar

The Government Affairs Committee recommended approval of the 2026 Common Council meeting calendar and a successor agent appointment for a Walgreens location.

• Recommended approval of Brett Zingshem as successor Agent for Walgreens #03578 (7-0)
• Recommended approval of Option D for the 2026 Common Council meeting calendar (7-0)

Financial Affairs Committee

The Financial Affairs Committee will consider the 2026 operating plan and budget for the Wauwatosa Village Business Improvement District. The committee will also review the city's 5-year capital plan and 2026 capital budget.

• Wauwatosa Village Business Improvement District 2026 Operating Plan, Budget and Proposed Assessments
• City of Wauwatosa 5-year capital plan and 2026 capital budget

The Financial Affairs Committee reviewed and recommended approval of the City of Wauwatosa's 5-year capital plan and 2026 capital budget presented by city officials. A separate item regarding the Wauwatosa Village Business Improvement District 2026 operating plan and budget was held until the November 11 meeting.

• Recommended for approval 5-year capital plan and 2026 capital budget (8-0)
• Held Wauwatosa Village Business Improvement District 2026 Operating Plan and Budget to November 11 meeting

Board of Review

The Board of Review will conduct hearings regarding property valuation objections for eight specific addresses. The board will also consider a request to compel subpoena compliance for a property owned by Children’s Hospital of Wisconsin, Inc. and review several hearing waiver requests.

• Valuation objection hearings for properties including 520 N 113th Street and 9323 Stickney Avenue
• Procedural hearing for subpoena compliance regarding 1000 N 92nd Street (Children’s Hospital of Wisconsin, Inc.)
• Consideration of hearing waivers for properties including 1200 N 62nd St and 3325 Foundry Way
• Approval of stipulations
• Scheduling of future Board of Review dates

The Board of Review heard eight valuation objections, denying five and approving three as amended. The board also approved stipulations for 10 properties and scheduled its final 2025 meeting for November 6.

• Denied valuation objection for 520 N 113th Street (3-0)
• Lowered assessment for 2612 Menomonee River Parkway to $1,050,000 (3-0)
• Lowered assessment for 7537 Oakhill Avenue to $688,300 (3-0)
• Denied valuation objection for 2262 Menomonee River Parkway (3-0)
• Denied valuation objection for 2007 N 73rd Street (3-0)
• Lowered assessment for 620 N 75th Street to $915,000 (3-0)
• Denied objection for 2448 Harding Boulevard due to failure to appear (3-0)
• Denied valuation objection for 9323 Stickney Avenue (3-0)

Board of Review

The Board of Review will hear objections regarding property valuations for 10 specific addresses. The board will also consider subpoena requests and waivers of hearings for several commercial properties.

• Valuation objection hearings for 10 properties, including 7420 Grand Parkway and 1143 Robertson Street
• Subpoena request considerations for 201 N Mayfair Road and 1055 N Mayfair Road
• Waiver of hearing considerations for 7 properties, including 6600 W State St and 10800 W Capitol Dr
• Approval of stipulations
• Scheduling of future Board of Review dates

The Board of Review heard several property valuation objections, granting two reductions in assessment and denying others. The Board also approved several hearing waivers and a set of stipulations for multiple properties.

• Lowered assessment for 7338 Maple Terrace to $795,000 (3-0)
• Lowered assessment for 145 N 86th Street to $512,000 (3-0)
• Denied valuation objections for 2653 N 81st Street and 1143 Robertson Street (3-0)
• Dismissed four objections due to failure to appear (3-0)
• Approved subpoena request compliance for 1055 N Mayfair Road (3-0)
• Approved hearing waivers for 6600 W State St and 10800 W Capitol Dr (3-0)
• Approved stipulations for eight properties, including 2462 N 63rd Street (3-0)
• Declined request to reconsider dismissal for parcel #336-9994-007 (3-0)

Board of Review

The Board of Review will meet to hear property valuation objections for two specific addresses. The board will also consider the approval of stipulations and schedule future meeting dates.

• Valuation objection hearing: 6110 Washington Circle
• Valuation objection hearing: 625 N 72nd Street
• Approval of stipulations

The Board of Review approved stipulations for two properties. No action was taken on other valuation objection hearings or legal matters.

• Approved stipulations for 2427 Harding Boulevard and 6110 Washington Circle (3-0)

Common Council

The Common Council will hold public hearings on the 2026 Operating Budget and zoning amendments for the Tosa Tomorrow 2045 Comprehensive Plan. The body will also consider several conditional use permits for local businesses and residential developments.

• Public hearing on the 2026 Operating Budget
• Public hearing for converting a hotel at 10499 Innovation Drive into multi-unit residential
• Proposed zoning amendments related to Tosa Tomorrow 2045 Comprehensive Plan
• Resolution for North Avenue reconstruction between 95th Street and Wauwatosa Avenue
• Conditional use permits for a bar at 7603 W. State Street and day care at 7754 Harwood Avenue

The Common Council approved the East Tosa Business Improvement District and several conditional use permits for a health club and wine bar. The council also authorized fire fleet vehicle purchases and approved a municipal safety action plan to eliminate traffic deaths by 2037.

• Approved East Tosa Business Improvement District (13-1)
• Approved health club permit at 3203 N. Mayfair Road (14-0)
• Approved wine bar permit at 2289 Ludington Avenue (14-0)
• Approved Municipal Safety Action Plan for zero traffic deaths by 2037 (14-0)
• Authorized Fire Department to purchase fleet vehicles (14-0)
• Approved Common Council compensation for 2026 (14-0)
• Approved Nordstrom Marketplace Café liquor license (14-0)
• Authorized pursuit of a new Wauwatosa design element (9-5)

Board of Review

The Board of Review will conduct hearings regarding property valuation objections for nine specific tax keys. The body will also consider the approval of stipulations and schedule future meeting dates.

• Valuation objection hearing: 1661 N 121st Street
• Valuation objection hearing: 1635 N 122nd Street
• Valuation objection hearing: 753 N 116th Street
• Valuation objection hearing: 6531 W Wisconsin Avenue
• Valuation objection hearing: 550 N 68th Street

The Board of Review heard nine property valuation objections on October 28, 2025. The Board denied seven of these objections, including two dismissed due to the owner's failure to appear. One assessment was approved as amended, and the Board approved a list of eight property assessment stipulations.

• Denied assessment objection for 1661 N 121st Street (3-0)
• Denied assessment objection for 1635 N 122nd Street (3-0)
• Dismissed assessment objection for 753 N 116th Street (3-0)
• Denied assessment objection for 6531 W Wisconsin Avenue (3-0)
• Dismissed assessment objection for 550 N 68th Street (3-0)
• Approved amended assessment for 1321 N 121st Street (3-0)
• Denied assessment objection for 1811 Mountain Avenue (3-0)
• Approved eight property assessment stipulations (3-0)

Board of Review

The Board of Review will hear eight valuation objections for specific properties. The board will also consider the approval of stipulations and the schedule for future meeting dates.

• Valuation objection hearing: 6101 W Wisconsin Avenue
• Valuation objection hearing: 620 N 75th Street
• Valuation objection hearing: 1550 Upper Parkway South
• Valuation objection hearing: 6004 W Wells Street
• Valuation objection hearing: 2654 N 97th Street

The Wauwatosa Board of Review held valuation objection hearings, denying several assessment challenges and approving reductions for two properties based on assessor recommendations. The board also rescheduled one hearing, dismissed an objection for failure to appear, and approved a batch of property assessment stipulations.

• Denied assessment objection for 6101 W Wisconsin Avenue (3-0)
• Rescheduled hearing for 620 N 75th Street to October 31 (3-0)
• Denied assessment objection for 1550 Upper Parkway South (3-0)
• Approved reduced assessment of $534,000 for 6004 W Wells Street (3-0)
• Denied assessment objection for 2654 N 97th Street (3-0)
• Approved reduced assessment of $916,000 for 7227 Wellauer Drive (3-0)
• Dismissed objection for 8631 Ludington Court due to non-appearance (3-0)
• Approved stipulations for 20 properties (3-0)

Board of Review

The Board of Review will hold hearings regarding property valuation objections for several Wauwatosa addresses. The board will also consider a waiver for a notice of intent to file an objection and approve stipulations.

• Procedural hearing for 2025 N 119th Street regarding a notice waiver
• Valuation objection hearing for 2041 Two Tree Lane
• Valuation objection hearing for 6514 Washington Circle
• Valuation objection hearing for 2370 N 81st Street
• Valuation objection hearing for 1543 N 60th Street

The Board of Review heard several property valuation objections, denying most requests to lower assessments. One property at 6716 Maple Terrace received a valuation reduction of $91,500. The Board also approved several stipulations and appointed alternate Vice Chairpersons.

• Denied valuation objection for 2041 Two Tree Lane (3-0)
• Denied valuation objection for 6514 Washington Circle (3-0)
• Denied valuation objection for 9024 Stickney Avenue (3-0)
• Denied valuation objection for 2318 N 84th Street (3-0)
• Denied valuation objection for 647 N 77th Street (3-0)
• Approved reduced assessment of $539,000 for 6716 Maple Terrace (3-0)
• Denied valuation objection for 10237 W Vienna Avenue (3-0)
• Approved stipulations for six properties (3-0)

Board of Review

The Board of Review will conduct hearings regarding property valuation objections for nine specific addresses. The body will also address objection forms, stipulations, and future meeting dates.

• Valuation objection hearing: 10131 W Melvina Street
• Valuation objection hearing: 623 N 75th Street
• Valuation objection hearing: 157 N 88th Street
• Valuation objection hearing: 432 N 109th Street
• Valuation objection hearing: 135 N 110th Street

The Board of Review heard several property valuation objections and denied most requests to lower assessments. The board approved stipulations for 20 properties and one objection was withdrawn.

• Denied valuation objection for 10131 W Melvina Street (3-0)
• Denied valuation objection for 623 N 75th Street (3-0)
• Denied valuation objection for 157 N 88th Street (3-0)
• Denied valuation objection for 135 N 110th Street (3-0)
• Denied valuation objection for 1528 N 117th Street (3-0)
• Denied valuation objections for 8303 Gridley Avenue and 7736 Mary Ellen Place due to failure to appear (3-0)
• Denied valuation objection for 590 Honey Creek Parkway (3-0)
• Approved stipulations for 20 properties (3-0)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will meet to conduct a design review for a specific property. The meeting is scheduled for October 23, 2025, via Zoom.

• Design Review: Sts. Constantine & Helen Greek Orthodox Church Entry, 2160 Wauwatosa Avenue (25-1882)

The Historic Preservation Commission approved the design review for the entry at 2160 Wauwatosa Avenue. Commissioners discussed the project's connector section and equipment screening before voting to approve the submission as presented.

• Approved design review for 2160 Wauwatosa Avenue (6-0)

Civic Celebration Commission

The commission will discuss planning for the 2026 Memorial Day parade and afternoon program. The meeting also includes discussions regarding Fourth of July fireworks and financial reports.

• Memorial Day 2026 planning
• Parade application paperwork and 2026 parade discussion
• 2026 afternoon program
• Fourth of July fireworks discussion
• Fundraising and financial reports

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will consider several requests regarding public utility easements and street occupancy. The body will also review project payments and a monthly pumpage report.

• Encroachment request for public utility easement at 1033 N. Mayfair Road
• Extended Street Occupancy Permit request for 8024 W. Chestnut Street
• MMSD request for nighttime work hours on Honey Creek - Bluemound Road to Honey Creek Parkway
• Request to vacate a Storm Sewer Easement at 6717 W. Center Street
• Final payment for Project 5118 / Contract 25-50 Alice Street Water Reservoir Rehabilitation

The Board of Public Works approved a street occupancy permit and nighttime work hours for MMSD. They also recommended that the Common Council approve an easement encroachment, a storm sewer easement vacation, and a final payment for a water reservoir project.

• Approved September 24, 2025 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Recommended approval for 1033 N. Mayfair Road easement encroachment (6-0)
• Approved street occupancy permit for 8024 W. Chestnut Street (6-0)
• Approved MMSD nighttime work hours for Honey Creek project (6-0)
• Recommended approval for 6717 W. Center Street easement vacation (5-0)
• Recommended approval for final payment on Alice Street Water Reservoir (5-0)
• Approved project partial payments (5-0)

Board of Review

The Board of Review will conduct hearings regarding property valuation objections. The meeting includes requests for notice waivers and specific hearings for various property owners.

• Valuation objection hearing for 9510 Beverly Place
• Valuation objection hearing for 7906 Milwaukee Avenue
• Valuation objection hearing for 2555 N 75th Street
• Valuation objection hearing for 1821 Mountain Avenue
• Consideration of hearing waivers for properties including 9250 Watertown Plank Rd and 2500 N Mayfair Rd

The Wauwatosa Board of Review denied one procedural objection for failure to meet notice requirements and upheld the assessor's valuations for six separate property assessment hearings. The board also approved fifteen waivers of the board of review hearing and several assessment stipulations.

• Dismissed objection for 9900 Innovation Drive (3-0)
• Approved 15 waivers of Board of Review hearing (3-0)
• Denied valuation objection for 9510 Beverly Place (3-0)
• Denied valuation objection for 7906 Milwaukee Avenue (3-0)
• Denied valuation objection for 2555 N 75th Street (3-0)
• Denied valuation objection for 1821 Mountain Avenue (3-0)
• Denied valuation objection for 2524 N 90th Street (3-0)
• Denied valuation objection for 8115 Hillcrest Drive (3-0)

Transportation Affairs Committee

The Transportation Affairs Committee will consider support for a Municipal Safety Action Plan and a grant application for a new Active Transportation Plan. The Engineering Division will also present preliminary design alternatives for the reconstruction of STH 181.

• Municipal Safety Action Plan aiming for zero traffic deaths and serious injuries by 2037
• 2026-2030 Transportation Alternatives Program (TAP) grant application for an Active Transportation Plan
• Preliminary design alternatives for STH 181 (Glenview Avenue & Wauwatosa Avenue) from Wisconsin Avenue to Center Street

The Transportation Affairs Committee recommended approval for a Municipal Safety Action Plan aimed at eliminating traffic-related fatalities by 2037. Members also supported a grant application for a new Active Transportation Plan to update the city's 2014 bicycle and pedestrian facilities guidelines. Additionally, the committee received an informational presentation regarding preliminary design alternatives for the reconstruction of STH 181.

• Recommended approval of Municipal Safety Action Plan (5-0)
• Recommended approval of 2026-2030 TAP grant application (5-0)
• Received informational presentation on STH 181 reconstruction

Financial Affairs Committee

The committee will consider the adoption of the 2026 Proposed Budget. Members will also review contracts for worker's compensation administration and state agreements for road and lighting projects.

• Review and Adoption of the 2026 Proposed Budget
• Contract with Cities and Villages Mutual Insurance Company (CVMIC) for worker’s compensation services
• Amendment Number 1 for North Avenue reconstruction between 95th Street and Wauwatosa Avenue (CIP Project 1127)
• State Municipal Agreements for Street Lighting Conversion under the Carbon Reduction Program (CIP Project #2403)

The Financial Affairs Committee recommended approval of the 2026 proposed budget and a property tax levy of $53,127,153. The committee also approved a new $50 subscription fee for the yard waste management program. Additionally, three contracts regarding insurance and road projects were recommended for approval.

• Recommended 2026 proposed budget and $53,127,153 property tax levy (6-1)
• Approved yard waste management Option #3 with $50 subscription fee (6-1)
• Recommended contract with Cities and Villages Mutual Insurance Company for worker’s compensation (7-0)
• Recommended Amendment No. 1 for North Avenue reconstruction project (7-0)
• Recommended State Municipal Agreements for Street Lighting Conversion (7-0)

Government Affairs Committee

The Government Affairs Committee will consider a liquor license application and two proclamations. The body will also discuss the 2026 meeting calendar, polling place sites, and council compensation for 2026 and 2028.

• Class B Beer and Reserve Class B Liquor license application for Nordstrom Marketplace Café at 2424 N. Mayfair Road
• Establishment of polling place sites for the City of Wauwatosa
• Common Council compensation for 2026 and 2028
• Approval of the 2026 Common Council Meeting Calendar
• Proposal by Alderperson Arney regarding a new Wauwatosa design element

The Government Affairs Committee recommended approval for a new liquor license for Nordstrom Marketplace Café and several city proclamations. The committee also recommended approval for 2026 and 2028 Common Council compensation and new polling place sites. The 2026 Common Council Meeting Calendar was held for further review.

• Recommended approval of Nordstrom Marketplace Café liquor license (6-0)
• Recommended approval of storm response proclamation (6-0)
• Recommended approval of Amanda Saso recognition proclamation (6-0)
• 2026 Common Council Meeting Calendar held
• Recommended approval of polling place sites (6-0)
• Recommended approval of 2026 and 2028 council compensation (6-0)
• Recommended approval of new design element proposal (5-1)

Senior Commission

The Senior Commission will meet to review commission funding and discuss a potential name change for 'Reframing Aging'. The body will also receive updates on Healthy Aging Grants and various department reports.

• Discussion and action on Senior Commission funding
• Discussion and action on 'Reframing Aging' potential name change
• Update on Healthy Aging Grants
• Advocacy updates regarding the proposed 2026 County budget public hearing

The Commission approved the September 15, 2025 meeting minutes. Members also voted to require Eras Senior Network to provide a detailed plan for a previously agreed-upon volunteer recruitment fair within 48 hours, or the Commission will pursue an alternate use for the funds.

• Approved September 15, 2025 minutes
• Approved 48-hour deadline for Eras Senior Network to submit project plan (5-1)

Board of Review

The Board of Review held hearings for property tax valuation objections on October 20, 2025. The Board denied five objections after reviewing testimony and evidence from property owners and the City Assessor. Several other scheduled hearings were either rescheduled or resulted in no action taken.

• Dismissed objection for 422 N 104th Street due to failure to appear (3-0)
• Denied assessment objection for 7036 W Wisconsin Avenue (3-0)
• Denied assessment objection for 7343 Maple Terrace (3-0)
• Denied assessment objection for 2460 N 88th Street (3-0)
• Denied assessment objection for 2108 N 86th Street (3-0)

Board of Review

The Board of Review will conduct hearings regarding property valuation objections for nine specific addresses. The board will also address objection forms for owners with missing income and expense information and approve stipulations.

• Valuation hearing: 2636 N 93rd Street
• Valuation hearing: 2140 Swan Boulevard
• Valuation hearing: 2517 N 96th Street
• Valuation hearing: 9510 Beverly Place
• Valuation hearing: 1857 N 85th Street

The Board of Review heard several property valuation objections, denying most requests to lower assessments. One property assessment was reduced by $3,000, and one objection was dismissed because the owner failed to appear.

• Denied valuation objection for 2636 N 93rd Street (3-0)
• Denied valuation objection for 2140 Swan Boulevard due to failure to appear (3-0)
• Approved $3,000 assessment reduction for 2517 N 96th Street to $527,700 (3-0)
• Denied valuation objection for 1857 N 85th Street (3-0)
• Denied valuation objection for 2050 Ludington Avenue (3-0)
• Denied valuation objection for 7831 Warren Avenue (3-0)
• Denied valuation objection for 2013 N 81st Street (3-0)

Design Review Board

The Design Review Board will review exterior alterations and new multi-family developments. Two items are returning to the board for further consideration, and one is for information only.

• Exterior alteration for Flash Laundromat at 7105 W North Avenue
• New multi-family development at Foundry Way (Mayfair 2)
• New multi-family development at 2825 Mayfair Rd (Info Only)

The Design Review Board approved exterior alterations for Flash Laundromat at 7105 W North Avenue and a new multi-family project at Foundry Way (Mayfair 2), including phases 1 and 2. The board also reviewed and held informational plans for a new multi-family project at 2825 Mayfair Rd.

• Approved exterior alteration for Flash Laundromat at 7105 W North Avenue
• Approved new multi-family project at Foundry Way (Mayfair 2) including phases 1 and 2
• Held informational plans for new multi-family project at 2825 Mayfair Rd for feedback

Board of Review

The Board of Review will conduct hearings regarding property valuation objections for eight specific addresses. The board will also consider a procedural waiver for one property owner and review stipulations.

• Valuation objection hearing: 2416 N 66th Street
• Valuation objection hearing: 6539 Powell Place
• Valuation objection hearing: 9326 Ridge Boulevard
• Valuation objection hearing: 2577 N 86th Street
• Procedural hearing for notice waiver: 12003 W Chambers Street

The Board of Review heard eight valuation objections and denied all of them, upholding the assessor's values. The board also approved stipulations for eight properties and dismissed one objection for failure to follow procedural rules.

• Denied valuation objection for 2416 N 66th Street (3-0)
• Denied valuation objection for 6539 Powell Place (3-0)
• Denied valuation objection for 9326 Ridge Boulevard (3-0)
• Denied valuation objection for 2577 N 86th Street (3-0)
• Denied valuation objection for 2520 N 93rd Street (4-0)
• Denied valuation objection for 8108 Richmond Court (4-0)
• Denied valuation objection for 8608 W Meinecke Avenue (3-0)
• Denied valuation objection for 6133 W Washington Boulevard (3-0)

Community Development Authority

The Community Development Authority will meet to review an offer to purchase 7746 Menomonee River Parkway from Jeffrey Hook of JJH3 Group. The body may enter a closed session to deliberate or negotiate the purchase.

• Offer to purchase 7746 Menomonee River Parkway by Jeffrey Hook, JJH3 Group

The board approved the minutes from the September 11, 2025, regular meeting. The board entered a closed session to discuss an offer to purchase 7746 Menomonee River Parkway from Jeffrey Hook of JJH3 Group.

• Approved September 11, 2025, meeting minutes (4-0)

Library Board of Trustees

The Wauwatosa Library Board of Trustees will review year-to-date financial reports and ratify monthly operating vouchers. The board will also discuss a funding request for adjustable OPAC stands and the 2026 library calendar.

• Funding request for adjustable OPAC stands
• Ratification of monthly operating vouchers
• Review of 2026 Library calendar
• Year-to-date financial reports

The Library Board of Trustees approved a funding request for adjustable OPAC stands and the 2026 library calendar. The board also ratified monthly operating vouchers and approved the September 17, 2025, meeting minutes.

• Approved September 17, 2025 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Approved monthly operating vouchers ratification (6-0)
• Approved Library Agency Trust funding request for adjustable OPAC stands (6-0)
• Approved 2026 Library calendar (6-0)

Police and Fire Commission

The Commission will review operational updates from the Police and Fire Chiefs. Key discussions include the West Allis merger process and the process for appointing a new Fire Chief following a notice of retirement.

• Notice of retirement by the Fire Chief
• Discussion on the appointment process for the Fire Chief position
• West Allis merger process updates
• Police Department policy and procedure changes for audio/video and open records requests
• Closed session regarding discipline of a Police employee

The Commission approved the minutes from the September 17, 2025, meeting. The remainder of the meeting consisted of informational reports from the Fire and Police Chiefs and a closed session regarding police employee discipline.

• Approved September 17, 2025, meeting minutes (3-0)

Financial Affairs Committee

The committee will review and consider adopting the 2026 Proposed Budget and the 2026 Tax Increment Districts budget. The meeting also includes requests from the Fire Department regarding vehicle and equipment purchases.

• Review and Adoption of the 2026 Proposed Budget
• Review of the 2026 Tax Increment Districts budget
• Fire Department request to purchase fire fleet vehicles before 2026 capital budget approval
• Fire Department request to waive competitive bidding for a replacement SCBA compressor

The Financial Affairs Committee recommended approval for the Fire Department to purchase fleet vehicles and waive competitive bidding for an SCBA compressor. The 2026 Proposed Budget review was held, and the 2026 Tax Increment Districts budget was presented for information.

• Recommended approval for Fire Department to purchase fire fleet vehicles (6-0)
• Recommended approval to waive competitive bidding for SCBA compressor purchase (6-0)
• Held review and adoption of the 2026 Proposed Budget
• Reviewed 2026 Tax Increment Districts budget (informational only)

Board of Review

The Board of Review will conduct hearings regarding property valuation objections. The meeting includes valuation hearings, procedural reviews for incomplete forms, and requests for notice waivers.

• Valuation objection hearing for 1327 N 68th Street
• Valuation objection hearing for 6523 W Clarke Street
• Procedural hearings for incomplete objection forms for 6 properties
• Waiver requests for 48-hour notice of intent to file an objection for 3 properties
• Approval of stipulations

The Board of Review denied eight valuation objections, upholding the city assessor's values. The board also approved 81 property stipulations and granted two valuation hearings following form revisions.

• Denied valuation objections for 1327 N 68th St, 6523 W Clarke St, and 2415 N 71st St due to failure to appear (3-0)
• Denied valuation objections for 2409 N 90th St, 728 N 74th St, 912 N 76th St, 1248 N 119th St, and 1218 N 120th St (3-0 or 4-0)
• Approved valuation hearings for 3155 N Menomonee River Parkway and 9814 W Argonne Drive (3-0)
• Denied procedural objections for 3652 Menomonee River Parkway, 4105 N 94th St, 2337 N 64th St, and 12024 W Diane Drive (3-0)
• Denied waiver request for 808 Honey Creek Parkway (3-0)
• Denied objections for Keren Properties 3, LLC and Keren Properties 4, LLC (3-0)
• Approved stipulations for 81 listed properties (3-0)

Plan Commission

The Plan Commission will consider two conditional use permits for new businesses. The body will also review and discuss proposed zoning amendments.

• Conditional Use Permit for a health club at 3203 N. Mayfair Road
• Conditional Use Permit for a wine bar at 2289 Ludington Avenue
• Review of proposed zoning amendments (25-1764)

The Plan Commission recommended approval for two conditional use permits. One request was for a health club on N. Mayfair Road and the other for a wine bar on Ludington Avenue.

• Recommended approval of Conditional Use Permit for health club at 3203 N. Mayfair Road (5-0)
• Recommended approval of Conditional Use Permit for wine bar at 2289 Ludington Avenue (5-0)
• Reviewed proposed zoning amendments (Informational only)

Youth Commission

The Youth Commission approved the purchase of a half-page advertisement for the Fall Playbill/Program. The commission also received informational updates on city publicity guidelines, budget balances, and upcoming community events.

• Approved minutes of the September 10, 2025, meeting (11-0)
• Approved purchase of one half-page ad space for the Fall Playbill/Program (11-0)

Financial Affairs Committee

The Financial Affairs Committee will meet to review and adopt the proposed budget for 2026.

• Review and adoption of the 2026 Proposed Budget (25-1743)

The committee reviewed proposed 2026 budgets for the Library and the Department of Public Works. No decisions were made on the budget adoption, and the Utilities budget presentation was postponed.

• Held review and adoption of 2026 Proposed Budget (25-1743)

Design Review Board

The Design Review Board will meet to consider two items returning to the board for review. These include a new residential home and exterior renovations for a commercial property.

• New residential home at 67th & Powell (25-1516)
• Exterior renovations for Scheels at 2500 N Mayfair Rd (25-1188)

The Design Review Board approved exterior renovations for Scheels at 2500 N Mayfair Road. The board also held plans for a new single-family residence at 67th and Powell, directing consideration of a non-street-facing garage door.

• Approved exterior renovations for Scheels at 2500 N Mayfair Rd
• Held proposal for a new residential home at 67th & Powell to review non-street-facing garage door

Police and Fire Commission

The Commission will hold a special meeting to conduct a candidate interview for a Police Officer position in closed session. The body may then return to open session to certify an eligibility list.

• Interview of candidate for Police Officer position 25-1741
• Certification of eligibility list

The commission held a special meeting to interview a candidate for a police officer position in closed session. Following the interview, the commission returned to open session and voted to certify the eligibility list.

• Approved certification of the eligibility list (unanimous)

Sustainability Committee

The Sustainability Committee will meet to discuss goal setting for 2026 and review outreach efforts. The agenda includes updates from the City Sustainability Manager and the Wauwatosa School District.

• National Wildlife Habitat endorsement letter
• 2026 goal setting discussion and alignment
• Tosa Green Summit recap
• Wauwatosa School District Energy Efficiency and Sustainability Subcommittee updates
• Joint Housing Coalition update

The committee approved the minutes from the September 3 meeting and an endorsement letter supporting Certified Wildlife Habitat efforts. Members received updates on city solar installations, the Tosa Green Summit, and discussions with the Joint Housing Coalition.

• Approved September 3, 2025, meeting minutes (7-0)
• Approved National Wildlife Habitat endorsement letter (7-0)

Common Council

The Common Council will discuss the potential formation of a joint fire department with West Allis and consider several parking and traffic ordinances. The body will also vote on various city contracts, appointments, and the issuance of promissory notes.

• Proposed joint fire department executive summary and innovation grant application with West Allis
• Sale of General Obligation Promissory Notes not to exceed $26,635,000
• Public hearings for conditional use permits at 3203 N. Mayfair Road (health club) and 2289 Ludington Avenue (wine bar)
• Contract with CG Schmidt for Library/City Hall renovation preconstruction services for $69,200
• Parking restrictions and 'no turns on red' ordinances for various city intersections and streets

The Common Council approved the issuance of up to $26,635,000 in General Obligation Promissory Notes. Members also directed the City Administrator to study the creation of a joint fire department with West Allis. Additionally, the council adopted several parking ordinances and approved various conditional use permits.

• Authorized issuance of up to $26,635,000 in General Obligation Promissory Notes (14-0)
• Directed City Administrator to summarize potential joint fire department with West Allis (13-1)
• Approved $69,200 contract with CG Schmidt for Library/City Hall renovation services (12-2)
• Approved appointment of Deyanira Nevarez as City Clerk (13-1)
• Approved conditional use permits for an event facility at 7487 Harwood Ave and eating establishment at 6108 W Blue Mound Rd (14-0)
• Adopted parking restrictions on 84th St, Hillcrest Dr, 72nd St, and 70th St (14-0)
• Approved installation of all-way stops at 74th St/Hennessey Ave and 109th St/Wisconsin Ave (14-0)
• Approved contract with Arch Electric for solar arrays on fire stations and Hart Park (14-0)

Board of Review

The Board of Review will conduct hearings regarding property valuation objections. The body will also address incomplete objection forms and approve stipulations.

• Valuation objection hearing: 2660 N 100th Street
• Valuation objection hearing: 2158 N 70th Street
• Valuation objection hearing: 2350 N 82nd Street
• Valuation objection hearing: 1927 N Wauwatosa Avenue
• Procedural hearing for incomplete form: 2555 N 75th Street

The Board of Review heard several valuation objections and denied six requests to lower property assessments, maintaining the Assessor's values. The Board also approved 25 stipulations and granted one valuation hearing following form revisions.

• Denied valuation objection for 2158 N 70th Street (3-0)
• Denied valuation objection for 1927 N Wauwatosa Avenue (3-0)
• Denied valuation objection for 2252 N 69th Street (3-0)
• Denied valuation objection for 8217 Brookside Place (3-0)
• Denied valuation objection for 8223 Chestnut Street (3-0)
• Denied valuation objection for 10326 Hillside Avenue (3-0)
• Approved revisions to objection form and granted hearing for 2555 N 75th Street (3-0)
• Approved stipulations for 25 properties (3-0)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will meet to discuss the 2026 Operating Budget. This is the only substantive item listed on the agenda.

• Overview of the 2026 Operating Budget (25-1238)

The Committee of the Whole met to receive a presentation on the 2026 Operating Budget. No formal actions were taken as the item was for informational purposes only.

Board of Public Debt Commissioners

The Board of Public Debt Commissioners will review a recommendation from the Finance Director regarding 2025 General Obligation Notes. The board will also receive updates on the 2024 Amortization Fund Balance and future borrowings.

• Recommendation for approval of 2025 General Obligation Notes
• Update on the 12/31/2024 Amortization Fund Balance
• Information on anticipated future borrowings

The Board approved the Finance Director's recommendation for 2025 General Obligation Notes. The board also received informational updates regarding the 12/31/2024 Amortization Fund Balance and future borrowings.

• Approved 2025 General Obligation Notes (5-0)

Civic Celebration Commission

The commission will revisit discussions regarding drones, fundraising, and the 2025 financial report. Members will also begin planning for 2026 events, including parades and volunteer recruitment.

• Drone discussion with Mayor and Administrator
• 2025 Financial report update
• Fundraising update and contributor questions
• 2026 planning for Memorial Day and Tosa parades
• 2026 parade application discussion

Board of Review

The Board of Review heard several property valuation objections, denying most requests to lower assessments. Two properties received amended valuations, and 12 stipulations were approved.

• Denied valuation objections for 8133 Jackson Park Blvd, 12016 W Diane Dr, 7434 W Garfield Ave, and 2323 N 82nd St (3-0)
• Denied objection for 2553 N 93rd St due to failure to appear (3-0)
• Approved amended assessment of $776,400 for 8208 W Clarke St (3-0)
• Approved amended assessment of $362,900 for 12224 W Garfield Ave (3-0)
• Denied procedural objections for 2621 N 68th St and 580-620 N 108th Place due to non-compliance and failure to appear (3-0)
• Approved stipulations for 12 properties, including 6920 W Clarke St and 9516 Harding Blvd (3-0)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will meet to review one new business item. The board is considering a request for a setback variance for a restroom project.

• Setback variance request for a restroom at 7300 Chestnut Avenue (Hart Park)

Board of Public Works

The Wauwatosa Board of Public Works approved the July 16, 2025 meeting minutes, a construction staging request for 7470 Blanchard Street, and landscaping exemptions for 7105 W. North Avenue. The board also recommended approval of a WisDOT traffic mitigation funding agreement and Change Order #02 for the 2025 Sidewalk Repair Program, and ratified project partial payments.

• Approved July 16, 2025 Regular Meeting Minutes (4-0)
• Approved construction staging at 7470 Blanchard Street (4-0)
• Approved landscaping exemptions at 7105 W. North Avenue (4-0)
• Recommended approval of WisDOT traffic mitigation funding agreement (4-0)
• Recommended approval of Change Order #02 for Contract 25-19, 2025 Sidewalk Repair Program (4-0)
• Received and placed on file July 2025 Monthly Pumpage Report
• Approved ratification of project partial payments (4-0)

Government Affairs Committee

The Government Affairs Committee recommended that the City Administrator prepare an executive summary on a potential joint fire department with West Allis. The committee also recommended authorizing staff to apply for an innovation grant if a joint fire agreement is approved. Additionally, several agent appointments and a special event permit were recommended for approval.

• Recommended approval of successor Agent Laura Curran for Metcalfe Markets (7-0)
• Recommended approval of successor Agent Brooke Remitz for Whole Foods Market (7-0)
• Recommended approval of successor Agent Austin Korth for Walgreens #10196 (7-0)
• Recommended approval of Special Event Permit for Camp Bar Packer Viewing Party (7-0)
• Recommended adoption of 2025 Milwaukee County Hazard Mitigation Plan (7-0)
• Recommended directing City Administrator to prepare executive summary on joint fire department with West Allis (6-1)
• Recommended authorizing staff to apply for innovation grant for joint fire department (7-0)

Board of Review

The Board of Review will conduct hearings for nine specific property owners objecting to their valuations. The board will also consider an amendment to its rules regarding how procedural decision notices are mailed.

• Valuation objection hearings for 9 properties, including 11741 W Homewood Avenue and 2252 N 69th Street
• Proposed amendment to Section 10 (D)(5) of the 2025 Board of Review Rules and Procedures regarding US Mail notices
• Hearings for owners who did not submit required income and expense information per Wis. Stat. §70.47(7)(af)
• Approval of stipulations
• Scheduling of future Board of Review dates

The Board of Review denied seven valuation objections, maintaining the assessor's original property values. The board also approved a procedural rule change regarding notice delivery and accepted stipulations for 41 properties.

• Denied valuation objection for 11741 W Homewood Avenue (3-0)
• Denied valuation objection for 12312 W Cathedral Avenue (3-0)
• Denied valuation objection for 4454 N 105th Street (3-0)
• Denied valuation objection for 216 N 114th Street (3-0)
• Denied valuation objection for 168 N 89th Street (3-0)
• Denied valuation objection for 1765 N 83rd Street (3-0)
• Denied valuation objection for 2206 N 90th Street due to failure to appear (3-0)
• Approved amendment to allow procedural notices via US Mail without return receipt (3-0)

Financial Affairs Committee

The Financial Affairs Committee will review several funding requests, including solar installations and facility renovations. The body is also considering the use of health insurance surpluses and the approval of 2025 General Obligation Notes.

• Contract with Arch Electric for solar arrays on five City buildings
• Construction management agreement with CG Schmidt for Library & City Hall renovation for $69,200
• Agreement with Union Pacific Railroad for Walnut Road private crossing review and $50,000 fund transfer
• Payment to Statz Restoration for bathroom remodel exceeding original contract by $17,580
• 25-year extension for T-mobile cellular antennae at 10331 Watertown Plank Road

The Financial Affairs Committee recommended approval for nine items, including solar installations on city buildings, contract changes for bathroom remodeling and library/city hall renovations, railroad diagnostic review funding, and opioid settlement participation. Other recommendations covered a cellular antenna lease extension, health insurance surplus allocations, emergency flood purchases, and 2025 General Obligation Notes.

• Recommended Arch Electric contract for solar arrays and advance expenditure of 2026 funds (7-0)
• Recommended final invoice payment to Statz Restoration exceeding original amount by $17,580 (7-0)
• Recommended UPRR agreement and $50,000 fund transfer for Walnut Road crossing review (7-0)
• Recommended CG Schmidt construction management agreement for Library & City Hall for $69,200 (5-2)
• Recommended city participation in National Opioids Secondary Manufacturers Settlement (7-0)
• Recommended 25-year T-mobile cellular antennae lease extension at 10331 Watertown Plank Road (7-0)
• Recommended utilizing 2024 Health Insurance surplus for employee dividends, sick leave, and flood reserve (7-0)
• Recommended August 2025 flood-related emergency purchases and fund transfers (7-0)

Community Affairs Committee

The Community Affairs Committee considered a request to place the USS Wisconsin BB-9 ship's bell on permanent loan to the Wisconsin Maritime Museum. The committee voted to hold the item until the first quarter of 2026.

• Held request for permanent loan of USS Wisconsin BB-9 ship's bell to Wisconsin Maritime Museum until Q1 2026 (6-0)

Transportation Affairs Committee

The committee recommended approval for multiple parking restrictions and the installation of all-way stop controls at two intersections. A request to remove one-hour parking restrictions on Elm Spring Avenue was denied, with staff directed to submit a new proposal.

• Recommended approval of parking prohibitions on 84th Street (6-0)
• Recommended approval of parking prohibitions on Hillcrest Drive (6-0)
• Denied removal of one-hour parking on Elm Spring Avenue (6-0)
• Recommended approval of 15-minute parking on 72nd Street (6-0)
• Recommended approval of 15-minute parking on 70th Street (6-0)
• Recommended approval of Safe Roads Save Lives Act support (6-0)
• Recommended approval of all-way stop at 74th St and Hennessey Ave (6-0)
• Recommended approval of all-way stop at 109th St and Wisconsin Ave (6-0)

Design Review Board

The Design Review Board will meet to review four design applications. The agenda includes a new residential home, a multi-family project, a veterans memorial, and a commercial exterior alteration.

• New residential home on North 67th Street
• Mayfair 2 new multi-family project on Foundry Way
• Wauwatosa Veterans Memorial at 7300 Chestnut
• Exterior alteration for Little Caesars at 6707 W North Avenue

The board approved the project at 7300 Chestnut, noting that staff site plan requirements regarding permeable asphalt may override this decision. A proposed exterior alteration for Little Caesars was denied, and two other projects were held.

• Approved 7300 Chestnut – Wauwatosa Veterans Memorial
• Denied exterior alteration at 6707 W North Avenue - Little Caesars
• Held North 67th Street - New Residential Home (25-1516)
• Held Foundry Way - Mayfair 2 - New Multi-Family (25-1191)

Board of Review

The Board of Review will conduct hearings regarding property tax objections. The meeting includes procedural reviews for notice waivers and incomplete forms, as well as valuation objection hearings.

• Procedural hearings for notice waivers at 1623 N 60th Street, 952 N 124th Street, 829 N 60th Street, 537 N 107th Street, 11763 W Homewood Avenue, 8434 Kenyon Avenue, 2510 N 85th Street, and 8745 Glencoe Circle
• Procedural hearings for incomplete/inaccurate forms at 2540 N 93rd Street, 166 N 123rd Street, 621 N 77th Street, and 534 Crescent Court
• Valuation objection hearings for 2551 N 81st Street and 1814 Church Street
• Approval of stipulations
• Scheduling of future Board of Review dates

The Board of Review held procedural and valuation hearings regarding property tax assessments. The Board dismissed or denied the majority of objections due to non-compliance with filing rules or upheld the City Assessor's original valuations. Several property tax stipulations were approved.

• Denied 10 property tax assessment objections (3-0)
• Approved 2 requests for valuation hearings (3-0)
• Approved 13 property tax stipulations (3-0)
• One objection withdrawn; one objection resulted in no action taken

Common Council

The Common Council will gather for an informational session regarding a joint study on shared fire and emergency medical services between Wauwatosa and West Allis. This is an informal gathering and no formal action will be taken.

• Informational session on joint fire and EMS study with West Allis

Police and Fire Commission

The Commission will discuss a police department reorganization plan and personnel appointments. The meeting includes operational updates from the Fire Chief and a discussion on the West Allis merger process.

• Police Department reorganization plan
• Appointment of P.O. Dexter Schleis to Patrol Specialist 1
• Promotion of PS1 Daniel Mitchell to Detective
• West Allis merger process update
• Fire Department call summary and significant incidents

The commission approved the Fire Chief's operational updates and the minutes from three previous meetings. The Police Chief presented a department reorganization plan and personnel changes for informational purposes.

• Approved minutes of June 18, 2025, regular meeting
• Approved minutes of June 24, 2025, special meeting
• Approved minutes of September 3, 2025, special meeting
• Approved Fire Chief operational updates

Library Board of Trustees

The Library Board of Trustees will meet to review financial reports and ratify monthly operating vouchers. The board is scheduled to discuss the 2026 library budget request and committee meeting schedules.

• 2026 Library budget request
• Monthly operating vouchers ratification
• Year-to-date financial reports
• Library Board committee meeting schedules

The Library Board of Trustees approved the 2026 library budget request and ratified the monthly operating vouchers. The board also approved the meeting minutes from July 16, 2025.

• Approved July 16, 2025 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Ratified monthly operating vouchers (7-0)
• Approved 2026 library budget request (8-0)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission is gathering for an informal neighborhood meeting regarding National Register of Historic Places nominations. No formal action will be taken during this gathering.

• Discussion of National Register of Historic Places nominations

Board of Review

The Board of Review will conduct hearings regarding property tax objections. The meeting includes procedural hearings for incomplete objection forms and hearings for specific valuation objections.

• Procedural hearings for 15 properties with incomplete or inaccurate objection forms
• Valuation objection hearings for 2419 N 83rd Street
• Valuation objection hearings for 1921 N 83rd Street
• Valuation objection hearings for 1665 Mountain Avenue
• Valuation objection hearings for 2660 N 100th Street

The Board of Review processed multiple procedural and valuation hearings regarding property assessments. The board denied several objections due to non-compliance with rules or failure to appear, and upheld the assessor's values in three valuation hearings. Additionally, the board approved stipulations for 40 properties.

• Denied objections for 1408 N. 63rd St, 2375 N 120th St, 7232 Aetna Ct, 700 N Honey Creek Pkwy, 8118 Brookside Pl, and 10940 W Wisconsin Ave (various votes)
• Granted valuation hearings for 2165 N 65th St, 9510 Beverly Pl, 5728 W Michigan St, 2536 N 83rd St, and 1839 N 74th St (3-0)
• Denied valuation objection for 2419 N 83rd St (2-1)
• Denied valuation objection for 1921 N 83rd St (3-0)
• Denied valuation objection for 1665 Mountain Avenue (3-0)
• Approved stipulations for 40 properties (3-0)

Senior Commission

The Senior Commission will meet to discuss unfinished business regarding parking at Hart Park Senior Center and funding updates. The agenda includes a discussion with the Recreation Department Director and updates on healthy aging grants.

• Parking spaces at Hart Park Senior Center
• AB 410 Healthy Aging Grants and federal budget advocacy
• Recreation Department updates from Director Ted Martin
• Reframing Aging discussion
• Reports from Police, Health, and Housing Coalition

The Commission approved the July 2025 minutes and discussed the implementation of a tax exchange program placing seniors in school libraries. Members also reviewed funding expenditures for age-friendly efforts and discussed potential name changes for the Commission.

• Approved July 21, 2025 Minutes (unanimous)
• Agreed to move ADA parking spaces at Hart Park Senior Center to new locations
• Allocated $400 for Social Connection Input Session and $850 for cooking classes

Board of Review

The Board of Review will conduct hearings for property owners requesting waivers for notice requirements or addressing incomplete objection forms. The board will also review income and expense information for specific properties and approve stipulations.

• Hearings for notice waivers for properties including 2434 N 85th Street and 4076 Menomonee River Pkwy
• Hearings for incomplete objection forms for properties including 7026 Grand Parkway and 8817 Hawthorne Avenue
• Review of income and expense information pursuant to Wis. Stat. §70.47(7)(af)
• Approval of stipulations
• Scheduling of future Board of Review dates

The Board of Review held procedural hearings to address property tax assessment objections, granting valuation hearings for five properties and dismissing several others for non-compliance with filing rules or state statutes. The Board also approved a list of 22 property tax stipulations reached between owners and the City Assessor's Office.

• Denied 7 objections for failure to meet notice or filing requirements
• Approved 5 valuation hearings for revised objection forms
• Dismissed 12 objections for failure to provide income/expense information
• Approved 22 property tax stipulations (4-0)

Community Development Authority

The Community Development Authority will hear preliminary residential redevelopment concepts for 7746 Menomonee River Parkway. The body will also receive updates on the Harlow & Hem and Boston Store redevelopments.

• Preliminary concept presentation by Spoerl Commercial for 7746 Menomonee River Parkway
• Preliminary concept presentation by Jeffrey Hook, JJH3 Group, for 7746 Menomonee River Parkway
• Update on the Harlow & Hem development
• Update on the Boston Store redevelopment

The Wauwatosa Community Development Authority approved the minutes from its July 10, 2025, meeting, received informational updates on the Harlow & Hem development, and heard preliminary residential redevelopment concepts for 7746 Menomonee River Parkway. Following a closed session, the authority designated the proposal from JJH3 Group as the preferred developer for the Boston Store redevelopment to continue negotiations, with Spoerl Commercial kept as an alternative.

• Approved minutes of the July 10, 2025 regular meeting (5-0)
• Received update on the Harlow & Hem development (Informational)
• Received preliminary concept presentation from Spoerl Commercial for 7746 Menomonee River Parkway (Informational)
• Received preliminary concept presentation from JJH3 Group for 7746 Menomonee River Parkway (Informational)
• Designated the proposal from JJH3 Group as the preferred developer for the Boston Store redevelopment and kept Spoerl Commercial as an alternative (5-0)

Equity and Inclusion Commission

The Equity and Inclusion Commission will meet virtually to review updates from the Wauwatosa Police Department and the Common Council. The body will also approve minutes from the August 14, 2025, meeting.

• Wauwatosa Police Department Equity update
• Common Council updates

Youth Commission

The Youth Commission will introduce new members and review reports from city departments. The body will discuss unfinished business regarding a survey and a Story Book Walk project. New business includes planning for 2025 focus ideas and a Trunk or Treat event.

• Story Book Walk project with Friends of County Grounds Park
• Trunk or Treat event on October 18, 2025, at the Fisher Building
• Project and focus ideas for 2025
• High School Registration Tables
• Reports from Police and Recreation Departments

The Youth Commission approved the creation of two subcommittees to develop career/life skills seminars and community events. The commission also authorized spending for a Trunk or Treat event in October.

• Approved minutes of the May 14, 2025 meeting (12-0)
• Approved forming a subcommittee to plan career and life skills seminars (12-0)
• Approved forming a subcommittee to develop community event ideas (12-0)
• Approved participation in Trunk or Treat with a $200 budget for candy and decorations

Tourism Commission

The Tourism Commission will meet to select new leadership and review the 2026 budget request. The body will also examine installation costs and visitation data for the Thomas Dambo sculpture.

• Selection of new Commission Chair and Vice Chair
• Review of Thomas Dambo Sculpture final installation costs
• Review of initial sculpture visitation numbers
• Request for approval of 2026 Budget

The Commission approved the 2026 Tourism budget, which remains consistent with 2025 levels but shifts more funds toward marketing. Members also selected a new Chair and Vice Chair. The commission reviewed installation costs for the Thomas Dambo sculpture and visitation data for Firefly Grove Park.

• Approved minutes from July 9, 2025 meeting
• Selected Dan Underberg as Commission Chair and Megan Tanel as Vice Chair
• Approved 2026 Tourism budget

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will review two requests for Certificates of Appropriateness regarding exterior changes. The body will also review the agenda for a neighborhood meeting scheduled for September 17.

• Design review for a rear addition at 1621 Church Street
• Design review for the Hart Park Bathroom at 7300 Chestnut Street
• Review of the September 17 neighborhood meeting agenda

The Historic Preservation Commission approved a rear addition for a property on Church Street and a bathroom project at Hart Park. The Hart Park approval included specific conditions regarding the color of the wood frame and roof. The commission also reviewed the agenda for an upcoming neighborhood meeting.

• Approved rear addition at 1621 Church Street (5-0)
• Approved Hart Park Bathroom at 7300 Chestnut Street with conditions for darker stain and roof color (5-0)
• Approved meeting minutes (5-0)

Board of Review

The Board of Review will conduct procedural hearings for property owners who submitted incomplete or inaccurate objection forms. The board will also address stipulations and schedule future meeting dates.

• Procedural hearings for 21 property tax objections, including 2614 N 62nd Street and 7208 W State Street
• Approval of stipulations
• Scheduling of future Board of Review dates

The Board of Review held procedural hearings to determine if property tax objections met filing requirements. Several owners were granted valuation hearings after revising their forms, while others were denied for non-compliance and failure to appear.

• Granted valuation hearings for 11 properties after accepting form revisions
• Denied objections for 1216 N 85th Street, 7208 W State Street, 1521 N 121st Street, and 2247 Park Drive (4-0)
• Required 8208 W Clarke Street owner to submit 2019 appraisal by Sept 16, 2025 (4-0)
• Approved stipulations for five properties including 2608 N 62nd Street and 1268 N 86th Street (4-0)
• Directed Board Secretary to enforce Rule 7(C) regarding unsigned objection forms (4-0)

Common Council

The Common Council will meet to receive a special presentation from McMahon Associates. The presentation covers the results of a Shared Service Review conducted for the cities of Wauwatosa and West Allis.

• Presentation by McMahon Associates on the Shared Service Review for Wauwatosa and West Allis (25-1208)

The Common Council received an informational presentation from McMahon Associates regarding a Shared Service Review for the Cities of Wauwatosa and West Allis. No substantive decisions were made during the meeting.

Financial Affairs Committee

The Financial Affairs Committee will meet to receive a presentation of the audited 2024 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report.

• Presentation of the audited 2024 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (25-1428)

The committee received a presentation on the audited 2024 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report. No formal actions or votes were taken during the meeting.

Board of Review

The Board of Review will conduct procedural hearings for 26 property owners with incomplete or inaccurate objection forms. The board will also consider an amendment to the 2025 Board of Review Rules and Procedures regarding late filed notices of intent.

• Procedural hearings for 26 tax objectors, including properties at 10429 W Stewart Avenue and 9326 Ridge Boulevard
• Proposed amendment to Section 7(F)(2) of the 2025 Board of Review Rules and Procedures regarding Late Filed Notice of Intent – Good Cause
• Approval of stipulations
• Scheduling of future Board of Review dates

The Board of Review processed multiple property tax objections, granting valuation hearings to several owners after form revisions. The board also approved a set of property stipulations and an amendment to the 2025 Board of Review Rules and Procedures.

• Approved amendment to Section 7(F)(2) of the 2025 Board of Review Rules and Procedures (3-0)
• Approved stipulations for 66 listed properties (3-0)
• Denied objections for 10804 W Fiebrantz Ave, 4415 N 110th St, 2732 Wauwatosa Ave, and 2256 Menomonee River Pkwy (3-0 each)
• Granted valuation hearings for 15 properties following form revisions (3-0 each)

Plan Commission

The Plan Commission will hold a public hearing and consider the designation of a Business Improvement District along North Avenue. The body will also review two conditional use permits for businesses on Harwood Avenue and West Blue Mound Road.

• Public hearing for a Business Improvement District (BID) on North Avenue between North 60th Street and Wauwatosa Avenue
• Proposed initial operating plan for the North Avenue BID
• Conditional Use Permit for an event facility and outdoor seating at 7487 Harwood Avenue
• Conditional Use Permit for an eating establishment at 6108 West Blue Mound Road

The Plan Commission recommended approval for a conditional use permit for an event facility and outdoor seating at 7487 Harwood Avenue and a conditional use permit for an eating establishment at 6108 West Blue Mound Road. It also held a public hearing and recommended approval for establishing a Business Improvement District along North Avenue with an initial operating plan.

• Recommended approval for conditional use permit at 7487 Harwood Avenue (7-0)
• Recommended approval for conditional use permit at 6108 West Blue Mound Road (7-0)
• Held public hearing regarding the establishment of a Business Improvement District along North Avenue
• Recommended approval for designation of Business Improvement District along North Avenue and adoption of initial operating plan (7-0)

Design Review Board

The Design Review Board will meet to discuss exterior renovations and two public space projects. The board is reviewing plans for a retail location and two memorial or park sites.

• Exterior renovations for Scheels at 2500 N Mayfair Rd
• Moss Universal Park at 10300 Wisconsin Avenue
• Wauwatosa Veterans Memorial Plaza at 7300 Chestnut

The Design Review Board approved the project at 10300 Wisconsin Avenue. Two other agenda items regarding exterior renovations at 2500 N Mayfair Rd and the Wauwatosa Veterans Memorial Plaza were held for further review.

• Approved Moss Universal Park at 10300 Wisconsin Avenue
• Held exterior renovations for Scheels at 2500 N Mayfair Rd
• Held Wauwatosa Veterans Memorial Plaza project at 7300 Chestnut

Commission for Persons with Disabilities

The Commission for Persons with Disabilities will meet to discuss various community updates and administrative items. The agenda includes reviews of budget expenditures and an accessibility inventory.

• Budget expenditures for commission
• Accessibility inventory
• Commission report to Common Council
• Wauwatosa Schools update
• Social opportunities for Adults with IDD

The commission approved the minutes from the July 30, 2025, meeting. All other agenda items were informational, covering school updates, accessibility efforts, and potential budget expenditures.

• Approved July 30, 2025, regular meeting minutes (5-0)

Police and Fire Commission

The Commission will review and approve the promotional process for the Police Lieutenant position. The body will also conduct interviews for Police Officer positions in a closed session.

• Review and approval of promotional process for Police Lieutenant (25-1331)
• Interviews of candidates for Police Officer positions (25-1312)

The Commission approved the promotional process for the Police Lieutenant position. Following a closed session for candidate interviews, the Commission certified the eligibility list for Police Officer positions.

• Approved promotional process for Police Lieutenant (25-1331)
• Certified eligibility list for Police Officer positions

Sustainability Committee

The Sustainability Committee will meet to discuss goal setting for 2026 and review outreach plans, including the Tosa Green Summit. The meeting includes updates from the City Sustainability Manager and the Joint Housing Coalition.

• 2026 Goal setting support
• Tosa Green Summit outreach plans
• Wauwatosa School District Energy Efficiency and Sustainability Subcommittee (E2S2) update
• Joint Housing Coalition update

The committee approved the minutes from the August 6, 2025, meeting. Members discussed upcoming volunteer events, city fleet electric vehicle additions, and the development of 2026 sustainability goals.

• Approved August 6, 2025, meeting minutes (10-0)

Civic Celebration Commission

The commission will review reports on drone usage and fundraising efforts. Members will also begin preliminary discussions for 2026 events, including parades and volunteer recruitment.

• Drone discussions and questions
• Fundraising update
• 2025 Financial Report update
• 2026 planning for Memorial Day and Tosa parades
• Discussion on 2026 parade theme ideas

The Commission discussed resident dissatisfaction with the recent drone show and reached a general consensus to return to fireworks for the next celebration. A final decision is pending answers from city administration. Several items regarding fundraising and 2026 planning were held until the next meeting.

• Approved July 24, 2025 meeting minutes
• Reached general consensus to move back to fireworks over drones for next year
• Requested a letter be sent to the Mayor and City Administrator regarding celebration decisions
• Cancelled drone discussions with city administration due to absence of Mayor and City Administrator
• Held fundraising update (25-1326) until next meeting
• Held potential contributor comments (25-1327) until next meeting
• Held 2026 planning conversation (25-1329) until next meeting

Board of Review

The Board of Review will perform statutory duties to correct errors and certify the Assessment Roll. The body will also consider requests for hearing waivers, subpoena requests, and the schedule for objections.

• Correction of description or calculation errors in the Assessment Roll
• Certification of corrections under Wis. Stat. §70.43
• Review of waivers for 48-hour notice of intent to file an objection
• Consideration of requests to testify by telephone or submit written statements
• Scheduling of future Board of Review dates

The Board of Review approved a series of property tax assessment stipulations and dismissed 12 property tax objections due to incomplete income and expense information. The Board also accepted a late request for a hearing from a property owner based on good cause. Procedural hearings for remaining objections are scheduled to begin the week of September 8, 2025.

• Approved 59 property tax assessment stipulations (5-0)
• Dismissed 12 property tax objections for missing financial data (5-0)
• Accepted late good-cause hearing request from Todd Morris (4-1)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will meet to consider two variance requests. The requests involve modifications to setback, height, and material requirements for residential projects.

• Front setback variance for an entry portico at 3359 N. Menomonee River Parkway
• Maximum height and required materials variances for an accessory dwelling unit at 1422 N. 69th Street

The Board of Zoning Appeals approved a front yard setback variance for a portico addition at 3359 N. Menomonee River Parkway. The board also denied two variance requests for an accessory dwelling unit at 1422 N. 69th Street, specifically regarding building height and exterior material requirements.

• Approved front setback variance at 3359 N. Menomonee River Parkway (5-0)
• Denied height variance for ADU at 1422 N. 69th Street (5-0)
• Denied material variance for ADU at 1422 N. 69th Street (5-0)

Common Council

The Common Council will consider a resolution to join a national opioid settlement and address the city's response to recent flooding. The body will also discuss the status of an emergency proclamation issued on August 10, 2025.

• Resolution to join national opioid settlement against Purdue Pharma L.P. and Sackler Family
• Resolution waiving permit fees for 90 days for residents affected by August 9 and 10 flooding
• Action concerning the August 10, 2025 proclamation of emergency related to flooding
• Resolution to add a regular meeting on September 9, 2025

The Common Council approved a 120-day permit fee waiver for residents impacted by flooding on August 9 and 10, 2025. The Council also joined a national opioid settlement and ratified the city's emergency response to the recent floods.

• Approved resolution to join national opioid settlement against Purdue Pharma L.P. and Sackler Family (11-0)
• Approved adding a regular Common Council meeting on September 9, 2025 (11-0)
• Approved waiving permit fees for 120 days for residents affected by August 9-10 flooding (11-0)
• Approved report on city response to flooding and action concerning the August 10, 2025 emergency proclamation (11-0)

Plan Commission

The Plan Commission will hold a workshop to review and discuss proposed zoning amendments. The meeting focuses on housing-related changes and non-residential parking requirements.

• Housing-related zoning amendments (25-1313)
• Non-residential parking requirement options (25-1314)
• Proposed non-residential zoning amendments (25-1315)

The Wauwatosa Plan Commission held a workshop meeting to review and discuss housing-related zoning amendments, options for non-residential parking requirements, and proposed non-residential zoning amendments. Presentations were given by Nicole Campbell of Houseal Lavigne, Planner Art Pinon, and Planning and Zoning Manager Tammy Szudy. Public comments were also heard regarding housing-related zoning. No substantive decisions or votes were recorded as all items were informational only.

• Reviewed housing-related zoning amendments (Informational only)
• Reviewed options for non-residential parking requirements (Informational only)
• Reviewed proposed non-residential zoning amendments (Informational only)

Design Review Board

The Design Review Board will meet to review three projects returning to the board for further consideration. These include a residential garage and two commercial property updates.

• 4035 N 110th Street: Residential Garage re-review of staff decision
• 7200 West North Ave: Brick options review
• 2500 N Mayfair Rd (Scheels): Exterior renovations review

The Board approved a residential garage at 4035 N 110th Street and specific brick options for 7200 West North Ave. A request for exterior renovations at 2500 N Mayfair Rd was held.

• Approved residential garage at 4035 N 110th Street as submitted
• Approved brick options for 7200 West North Ave (302-Alt 2 elevations with specific stone/patching modifications)
• Held exterior renovations for Scheels at 2500 N Mayfair Rd

Board of Health

The Board of Health will review reports from the Health Department's administration, nursing, environmental health, and community health divisions. The board will also discuss measles preparedness, flood updates, and advocacy opportunities.

• Measles preparedness discussion
• Flood updates discussion
• Advocacy opportunities discussion

The Board of Health approved the minutes from the May 20, 2025 meeting. The remainder of the meeting consisted of departmental reports on staffing, budget, and public health initiatives, as well as updates on measles preparedness and flood recovery.

• Approved May 20, 2025 Minutes

Board of Review

The Board of Review will meet to handle administrative setup and organizational tasks. The agenda focuses on member selection, training verification, and the approval of internal rules.

• Selection of Board of Review Chairperson and Vice Chairperson
• Verification of mandatory member training requirements
• Review of new laws
• Consideration of 2025 Board of Review Rules and Procedures Policy

The Board of Review met for a procedural hearing to establish leadership and verify legal notices. The board approved the 2025 Board of Review Rules and Procedures Policy with specific amendments to three rules.

• Selected Pamela Stokke-Ceci as Chairperson (unanimous)
• Selected Roger Walsh as Vice Chairperson (unanimous)
• Approved 2025 Board of Review Rules and Procedures Policy with amendments to Rules 2(C)(5), 7(F)(2), and 10(E) (5-0)

Equity and Inclusion Commission

The Equity and Inclusion Commission will meet virtually to address new business. The agenda includes a discussion on a drone show statement and updates from the Common Council.

• Drone show statement (25-1297)
• Common Council updates (25-1298)
• Planning agenda items for the next meeting (25-1299)

The Commission drafted and approved a letter supporting the continuation of the drone show. The letter will be sent to the Civic Celebration Commission. Other agenda items were informational.

• Approved letter supporting continuation of drone show (unanimous)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a special meeting to review one variance request. The board is deciding on a request for street side and rear yard setback variances.

• Street side and rear yard setback variances at 1343 N. 72nd Street (Request 25-1091)

Design Review Board

The Design Review Board will review several residential and commercial exterior projects. The meeting includes re-evaluating staff decisions and reviewing new home and renovation plans.

• 4035 N 110th Street: Residential garage re-review
• 8100 Chestnut: New residential home
• 11732 Martha Dr: New residential home
• 2500 N Mayfair Rd (Scheels): Exterior renovations
• 2365 N Mayfair Rd (UW Credit Union): Exterior renovations

The Board approved a new residential home at 8100 Chestnut, a new residential home at 11732 Martha Dr, and exterior renovations for UW Credit Union. Two other requests were held.

• Approved new residential home at 8100 Chestnut (5-1)
• Approved new residential home at 11732 Martha Dr
• Approved exterior renovations for UW Credit Union at 2365 N Mayfair Rd
• Held residential garage re-review at 4035 N 110th Street
• Held exterior renovations for Scheels at 2500 N Mayfair Rd

Common Council

The Common Council will gather for Tosa's Night Out at Hart Park. This is an informal gathering and no formal action will be taken.

• Informal gathering at Hart Park, 7300 Chestnut Street

Sustainability Committee

The Sustainability Committee will meet to receive updates from the City Sustainability Manager and the Wauwatosa School District. The body will also review recaps of outreach efforts and an annual report presentation.

• National Wildlife Federation proclamation
• Yard waste and mulching discussion
• Wauwatosa School District Energy Efficiency and Sustainability Subcommittee updates
• Joint Housing Coalition update
• MKE Grow Solar public outreach recap

The committee approved the minutes from the June 4, 2025 meeting. Members discussed upcoming sustainability events, leaf mulching initiatives, and the goal of achieving Community Wildlife Habitat certification.

• Approved June 4, 2025 regular meeting minutes (9-0)

Commission for Persons with Disabilities

The Commission will meet virtually to discuss various accessibility initiatives and city policies. The agenda includes reviews of meeting accommodations and city facility inventories.

• City meetings accommodations
• WSD meeting accommodation policies
• Tosa City Development Board Grant (CDBG)
• Accessibility inventory of city facilities
• Budget expenditures for commission

The Commission for Persons with Disabilities voted to create a subcommittee to develop a timeline and task list for a city-wide accessibility audit and ADA transition plan. Members also agreed to draft a letter to the school board requesting meeting accommodations.

• Approved June 4, 2025 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Approved formation of subcommittee for city facility accessibility inventory
• Approved motion to draft letter to school board regarding meeting accommodations
• Decided not to participate in National Night Out 2025
• Held city meetings accommodations item
• Held disability flag item
• Held budget expenditures item
• Held social opportunities for Adults with IDD item

Civic Celebration Commission

The commission will review the 2025 drone show, parade, afternoon program, and Independence Day services. Members will also discuss fundraising and initial planning for 2026 celebrations.

• Election of officers
• Review of 2025 Drone Show, Parade, and Afternoon program
• 2025 Financial report
• Discussion on 2026 fundraising ideas
• Initial planning for 2026 Memorial Day and TOSA parade

The commission elected its Chairperson, Secretary, and Treasurer and approved minutes from three previous meetings. Members reviewed the 2025 Independence Day events, noting significant resident complaints regarding the drone show and a budget deficit of $18,741.42.

• Approved May 22, 2025, meeting minutes (10-0)
• Approved June 16, 2025, special meeting minutes (10-0)
• Approved June 26, 2025, regular meeting minutes (10-0)
• Elected Robert Brunow as Chairman
• Elected Joseph Makhlouf as Secretary
• Elected Sara Leonhardt as Treasurer
• Tabled 2026 planning conversation until next meeting

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will meet to review one new business item. The board is considering a request for street side and rear yard setback variances.

• Street side and rear yard setback variance request at 1343 N. 72nd Street (25-1091)

Common Council

The Common Council will hold public hearings for conditional use permits at 7487 Harwood Avenue and 6108 West Blue Mound Road. The body is also reviewing several infrastructure contracts, speed limit changes, and mayoral appointments.

• Professional services agreement with AECOM for Walnut Road UP Railroad Underpass: $830,000.00
• Sanitary Sewer Improvements on Diane Drive and Discovery Parkway awarded to Globe Contractors Inc.: $633,240.00
• Ordinance to adopt a 25 mph speed limit on Vliet Street-Milwaukee Avenue between 60th Street and Ludington Avenue
• Ordinance to regulate locations of cigarette, tobacco and electronic vaping device sales businesses
• Consulting services agreement with Kueny Architects for Public Works Site improvements: $70,797.00

Design Review Board

The Design Review Board will review residential garage and home projects. The board will also receive information regarding exterior renovations and a new multi-family development.

• Re-review of staff decision for residential garage at 4035 N 110th Street
• Review of new residential home at 11732 Martha Dr
• Review of new residential home at 8100 Chestnut
• Information on Scheels exterior renovations at 2500 Mayfair Rd
• Information on new multi-family project at Foundry Way (Mayfair 2)

Library Board of Trustees

The Wauwatosa Library Board of Trustees will meet to review financial reports and elect officers. The board is scheduled to discuss the 2026 operating budget request and a welcome card pilot program.

• 2026 Library operating budget request
• Election of officers
• Welcome card pilot program
• Library board and building accessibility (Trustee Essentials 20)
• Monthly operating vouchers ratification

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will review several infrastructure contracts and encroachment requests. The meeting includes decisions on sewer and bridge work and a street vendor license application.

• Contract award to Globe Contractors Inc. for $633,240.00 for sanitary sewer improvements on Diane Drive and Discovery Parkway
• Contract award to Fahrner Asphalt Sealers, LLC for $43,024.80 for Swan Boulevard Bridge Deck Sealing
• Encroachment request for a soil boring and groundwater monitoring well at N. 67th Street adjacent to 6717 W. Center Street
• Street Vendor License request for frozen meat sales at Mayfair Mall parking lot (2500 N. Mayfair Road)
• Intergovernmental Cooperation Agreement with MMSD for Menomonee River Levee System Accreditation projects

Transportation Affairs Committee

The Transportation Affairs Committee will receive presentations on the I-94 East-West reconstruction and the reconstruction of North Avenue from Met-To-Wee Lane to 73rd Street. Members will also consider changes to speed limits and stop controls at specific intersections.

• I-94 East-West reconstruction impacts presentation
• North Avenue reconstruction from Met-To-Wee Lane to 73rd Street including two bridge replacements
• Proposed all-way stop control at 117th Street and Gilbert Avenue
• Proposed 25-mph speed limit on Vliet Street-Milwaukee Avenue between 60th Street and Ludington Avenue
• Update on 90-day parking prohibition trial on 84th Street

Government Affairs Committee

The Government Affairs Committee will consider several permit applications for local events and alcohol licenses. The body will also review a proposal to urge the state legislature to expand alcohol license authority for nonprofits.

• Fireworks User Permit for Tosa West Homecoming at 11400 W. Center Street
• Special Event Permit for Tosa Fest on State Street, Harwood Avenue, and Underwood Avenue
• New Class B Beer and Reserve Class B Liquor license for Pour Inc. at 7300 W. Chestnut Street
• Temporary licensed premises extensions for Café Hollander (7677 W. State Street) and Walters’ on North (6930 W. North Avenue)
• Resolution urging the Wisconsin State Legislature to amend Wis. stat. §125.51(10) regarding nonprofit alcohol licenses

The Government Affairs Committee recommended approval for a fireworks permit for Tosa West Homecoming and a special event permit for Tosa Fest. The committee also recommended approval for several liquor license applications and a resolution urging the state legislature to expand temporary alcohol license authority.

• Recommended approval of fireworks permit for Tosa West Homecoming (7-0)
• Recommended approval of special event permit for Tosa Fest (7-0)
• Recommended approval of Class B Beer and Reserve Class B Liquor license for Pour Inc. (7-0)
• Recommended approval of temporary licensed premises extension for Café Hollander (7-0)
• Recommended approval of temporary licensed premises extension for Walters’ on North (7-0)
• Recommended approval of successor Agent David Sippel for Maggiano’s Little Italy (7-0)
• Recommended approval of resolution urging state legislature to expand temporary alcohol license authority (7-0)

Financial Affairs Committee

The Financial Affairs Committee will review several funding requests, including professional services agreements and budget amendments. The body will also discuss a TIF Development Agreement with Mayfair Holdings Hotel LLC.

• Professional services agreement with AECOM for Walnut Road UP Railroad Underpass for $830,000
• Consulting services agreement with Kueny Architects for Public Works site improvements for $70,797
• Request to order 2026 Fleet purchases before the 2026 budget is approved
• Proposed amendment to 2025 operating budget to create a restricted Public Health Reserve
• Proposed amendment to 2025 operating budget to allow enforcement expenses from Vehicle Registration Fee revenue

Community Development Authority

The Community Development Authority will discuss a preliminary residential redevelopment concept and provide an update on the Harlow & Hem redevelopment. The body will also review a financial report and an annual presentation to Financial Affairs.

• Preliminary residential redevelopment concept for 7746 Menomonee River Parkway
• Update on the Harlow & Hem redevelopment
• Review of Financial Report
• Review of Annual Presentation to Financial Affairs

Equity and Inclusion Commission

The Equity and Inclusion Commission will meet virtually to discuss a parade debrief and community updates. The body will also review Common Council updates and plan the next meeting's agenda.

• Parade debrief
• Community updates and future speaker planning
• Common Council updates

Historic Preservation Commission

The commission will review the Treasurer's Report and continue planning a symposium, including developing a timeline, guest list, and itinerary. The meeting includes a site visit to the Schoonmaker Reef parking lot at 1245 N. 62nd Street.

• Treasurer’s Report (25-0968)
• Symposium planning for timeline, guest list, and itinerary (25-0967)
• Schoonmaker Reef site visit at 1245 N. 62nd Street (25-0966)

The Wauwatosa Historic Preservation Commission held a meeting on July 9, 2025, where they discussed plans for an information session regarding the proposed Stickney and Warren National Register Districts. Members voted to mail event invitations to property owners in those districts and to request better web visibility on the city's website. The commission also held a site visit at Schoonmaker Reef, while holding approval of minutes and the treasurer's report until the next meeting.

• Approved inquiring about making the Commission webpage more visible under the 'Discover Tosa' drop down menu (5-0)
• Approved mailing invites to owners in the proposed Stickney and Warren National Register Districts (5-0)
• Held approval of minutes until next meeting
• Held Treasurer's Report until next meeting

Tourism Commission

The Tourism Commission will meet to receive updates on several local initiatives. The agenda focuses on progress reports for community events and public art installations.

• Tosa Restaurant Week Update
• Muellner Building Update
• ART 64 Update
• Thomas Dambo Sculpture Update
• Park Benches Update

The commission approved the minutes from the March 2025 meeting. The remainder of the meeting consisted of staff updates regarding Tosa Restaurant Week, the Muellner Building, ART 64, the Thomas Dambo sculpture, and park benches.

• Approved March 2025 meeting minutes

Plan Commission

The Plan Commission will discuss a proposed ordinance to regulate where cigarette, tobacco, and electronic vaping device businesses can be located. The body will also consider a public participation plan for the Milwaukee County Research Park Master Plan.

• Proposed ordinance to amend Title 24 (Zoning) regarding tobacco and vaping sales locations
• Public participation plan for the Milwaukee County Research Park Master Plan

Civic Celebration Commission

The commission will review the Memorial Day event and receive updates on the parade and afternoon program. Members will also discuss services for Independence Day celebrations and a drone show.

• Memorial Day review
• Independence Day celebration services
• Drone Show update
• Financial and fundraising reports
• Fire Department update

Design Review Board

The Design Review Board will meet to consider exterior modifications for three commercial properties and the construction of one new residential home.

• Exterior modifications at 7200 W North Avenue
• Exterior modifications for Flash Laundromat at 7105 W North Avenue
• Exterior alterations for tenant build-out at 11020 W Plank Ct
• New residential home at 8100 Chestnut Street

The Design Review Board approved exterior modifications for properties at 7200 W North Avenue and 11020 W Plank Ct. Two other proposals, for 7105 W North Avenue and 8100 Chestnut Street, were held for further review and revisions.

• Approved exterior modifications at 7200 W North Avenue (6-0)
• Held exterior modifications for 7105 W North Avenue
• Approved exterior alterations at 11020 W Plank Ct with conditions (6-0)
• Held proposal for new residential home at 8100 Chestnut Street

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will meet to review one new business item. The board is considering a request for a maximum accessory structure lot coverage variance.

• Variance request for maximum accessory structure lot coverage at 2419 N. 83rd Street (25-0924)

The Board of Zoning Appeals approved a variance request for Sarah and Grif Von Holst to exceed maximum accessory structure lot coverage. The approval allows for a new garage with 15.83% lot coverage, exceeding the 12% allowed by code.

• Approved accessory structure lot coverage variance at 2419 N. 83rd Street (2-1)

Police and Fire Commission

The Commission will consider a request for approval regarding the Police Sergeant process. The body will also conduct interviews for Firefighter positions in a closed session.

• Approval request for Police Sergeant process (25-1082)
• Interviews of candidates for Firefighter positions (25-0762)

The Police and Fire Commission approved the process for promoting Police Sergeants and certified an eligibility list for firefighter positions following closed-session interviews.

• Approved Police Sergeant promotion process
• Approved firefighter eligibility list (unanimous)

Common Council

The Common Council will discuss zoning amendments for tobacco and vaping businesses and review several parking restrictions. The body is also considering various alcohol license applications and funding for community development.

• Public hearing on amending Title 24 (Zoning) to regulate cigarette, tobacco, and vaping sales locations
• Proposed parking prohibitions on Gridley Avenue, Kavanaugh Place, Portland Avenue, and Gilbert Avenue
• Approval of 2025 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funding requests
• New alcohol license applications for Tabal Chocolate, Celtic MKE, Htoo Asian Cuisine, and Springhill Suites
• Resolution to order a right hand drive Jeep Wrangler in advance of the 2026 budget

The Common Council approved the 2025 Community Development Block Grant funding allocations and adopted new Neighborhood Traffic Management Program guidelines. Officials also authorized a $554,384 green infrastructure funding agreement with the MMSD and approved various parking, zoning, and alcohol licensing measures.

• Approved $988,733 in 2025 CDBG funding (15-0)
• Adopted new Neighborhood Traffic Management Program guidelines (13-0)
• Approved $554,384 MMSD green infrastructure funding agreement (15-0)
• Adopted ordinance removing temporary Class B beer license limit (11-4)
• Approved settlement in Froedtert Health tax litigation (15-0)
• Authorized purchase of right-hand drive Jeep Wrangler (15-0)
• Approved land division at 1300 Glenview Place (15-0)
• Adopted multiple parking restriction ordinances (15-0)

Revolving Loan Fund Corporation Board of Directors

The Board of Directors will meet to conduct elections for directors and officers. The body will also review the corporation's financial status and the 2024 audit.

• Election of directors and officers
• Review of the 2024 audit
• Review of the financial status of the Corporation

Police and Fire Commission

The Police and Fire Commission will receive operational and administrative reports from the Fire and Police Chiefs. Discussions include hiring processes, union contracts, and crime trends.

• Request for exception to hiring process for FF Nicholas Paoli
• Local 1923 union contract update
• Fire department consolidation study update
• Police Sergeant promotional process
• CERTUS report

Common Council

The Common Council is scheduled for an informal gathering to attend a Midday Music and Lunch concert series. No formal action will be taken during this event.

Historic Preservation Commission

The commission will meet for a site visit at Schoonmaker Reef and a subsequent meeting at City Hall. Members will review a treasurer's report and plan a symposium, including a timeline, guest list, and itinerary.

• Schoonmaker Reef site visit (25-0966)
• Treasurer’s Report (25-0968)
• Symposium planning: timeline, guest list, and itinerary (25-0967)

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will consider landscaping and right-of-way requests for the Harlow and Hem redevelopment. The body will also review infrastructure projects including sewer improvements and bridge sealing.

• Interior landscaping code exemption for 7470 Blanchard Street
• Right-of-way encroachment request for 7470 Blanchard Street
• MMSD Green Solutions Funding Agreement for porous pavement on Watertown Plank Road
• Relocation Order and Acquisition Plat for Wisconsin Avenue Multi-Use Path Project
• Sanitary sewer improvement plans for Diane Drive and Discovery Parkway

The Board of Public Works approved plans for sanitary sewer improvements and bridge deck sealing. Several items, including right-of-way encroachments and funding agreements, were recommended for Common Council approval.

• Approved interior landscaping code exemption for 7470 Blanchard Street (5-0)
• Recommended approval of right-of-way encroachments at 7470 Blanchard Street (5-0)
• Recommended approval of MMSD Green Solutions Funding Agreement for Watertown Plank Road (5-0)
• Recommended approval of Relocation Order and Acquisition Plat for Wisconsin Avenue Multi-Use Path (5-0)
• Approved plans for sanitary sewer improvements on Diane Drive and Discovery Parkway (5-0)
• Approved plans for Swan Boulevard Bridge Deck Sealing (5-0)
• Recommended approval of WDNR 2024 Compliance Maintenance Annual Report (5-0)
• Elected John Ruggini as chair and Steven Braatz as vice-chair (5-0)

Library Board of Trustees

The Library Board of Trustees will discuss financial reports and the 2025 action plan. The meeting includes a preview of the 2026 budget and staffing updates.

• 2026 Budget preview
• 2026 Staffing update
• Monthly operating vouchers ratification
• 2025 Summer program update
• Library Director certification

Government Affairs Committee

The Government Affairs Committee will consider new and renewal license applications and review the Sustainability Committee's annual report. Members will also discuss changes to the municipal code regarding festival licenses and the 2026 committee structure.

• New Class B Beer and Reserve Class B Liquor license application for Springhill Suites Wauwatosa at 10411 W. Watertown Plank Road
• Amusement Arcade license renewal for Dave & Busters of Wisconsin, Inc.
• Proposed amendment to Municipal Code Section 6.08.320 regarding Temporary Class B Beer License limits for nonprofits and businesses
• Sustainability Committee Annual Report
• Discussion of Council standing committee structure for 2026

The Government Affairs Committee recommended approval for two business licenses and an ordinance to remove the limit on temporary Class B beer licenses for nonprofits and businesses. The committee also received the Sustainability Committee Annual Report.

• Recommended approval of new Class B Beer and Reserve Class B Liquor license for JAK Hotel LLC (5-0)
• Recommended approval of Amusement Arcade license renewal for Dave & Busters of Wisconsin, Inc. (5-0)
• Recommended approval of ordinance to remove the cap on temporary Class B beer licenses (5-0)
• No action taken on future Council standing committee structure

Community Affairs Committee

The Community Affairs Committee will review a request for a Certified Survey Map approval extension. The meeting also includes a presentation from the Health and Fire Departments regarding hoarding and human health hazards.

• CSM approval extension at 1330 Wauwatosa Avenue (applicant: Sarah Hillenbrand, Mandel Group)
• Health and Fire Departments presentation on Human Health Hazards and Hoarding

The Community Affairs Committee recommended approval for a Certified Survey Map extension at 1330 Wauwatosa Avenue. The committee also received an informational presentation from the Health and Fire Departments regarding human health hazards and hoarding.

• Recommended approval for CSM extension at 1330 Wauwatosa Avenue (4-2)

Transportation Affairs Committee

The Transportation Affairs Committee will review requests from the Engineering Division to prohibit parking on specific sections of Gridley Avenue, Kavanaugh Place, and Portland Avenue. The body will also consider removing restrictions on 72nd Street and initiating 90-day parking trials on Hillcrest Drive, 84th Street, and Gilbert Avenue.

• Prohibit parking on Gridley Avenue (north and south sides) and Kavanaugh Place
• Prohibit parking on Portland Avenue (south side 7am-3pm; north side anytime)
• Remove parking restrictions on 72nd Street from Milwaukee Avenue to Hillcrest Drive
• 90-day parking trial on Hillcrest Drive from 68th Street to Washington Circle
• 90-day parking trials on 84th Street and Gilbert Avenue

Financial Affairs Committee

The Financial Affairs Committee will review requests regarding pool license fees and a vehicle purchase. The body will also receive an update and may take action on property tax litigation involving Froedtert Health for tax years 2020-2023.

• Modification of 2025 Consolidated Fee Schedule for pool license fees
• Request to order a right hand drive Jeep Wrangler before 2026 budget approval
• Property tax litigation: Froedtert Health vs. City of Wauwatosa (2020-2023)

The Financial Affairs Committee recommended approval for modifications to pool license fees and the advance purchase of a right hand drive Jeep Wrangler. The committee also recommended approval of actions related to property tax litigation with Froedtert Health following a closed session.

• Recommended approval to modify 2025 Consolidated Fee Schedule pool license fees (5-0)
• Recommended approval to order a right hand drive Jeep Wrangler ahead of 2026 budget (6-0)
• Recommended approval of property tax litigation activities regarding Froedtert Health (6-0)

Civic Celebration Commission

The commission is holding a special meeting to review updates and logistics for Independence Day activities. Discussions will cover event programming, service contracts, and financial reports.

• Drone show and parade updates
• Independence Day promotion and afternoon programming
• Services for celebration including two-way radios and Arnold’s Services
• Menomonee River Parkway permit
• Financial and fundraising reports

The commission decided against spending $1,200 on Journal/Sentinel NOW advertising due to financial constraints. Members received updates on drone show coordination, parade logistics, and fundraising totals.

• Declined $1,200 expenditure for Journal/Sentinel NOW advertising

Senior Commission

The Senior Commission will meet to take action on funding proposals and discuss proposed changes to the Yard Waste Collection Program. The meeting includes reports from the Police Department, Health Department, and Joint Housing Coalition.

• Action on funding proposals (25-0982)
• Discussion of proposed changes to Yard Waste Collection Program (25-0983)
• Reports from Police Department, Health Department, and Joint Housing Coalition

The Wauwatosa Senior Commission approved $5,000 to print older adult resource guides, $3,000 for Wauwatosa Age-Friendly Steering Committee initiatives, and $1,500 for a volunteer recruitment fair and Wauwatosa-specific materials. The commission also discussed proposed changes to the yard waste collection program and reviewed various agency reports.

• Approved May 19, 2025 minutes
• Approved no more than $5,000 to print older adult resource guides (unanimous)
• Approved no more than $3,000 for Wauwatosa Age-Friendly Steering Committee initiatives (unanimous)
• Approved $1,500 for a volunteer recruitment fair and Wauwatosa-specific materials (unanimous)

Equity and Inclusion Commission

The Equity and Inclusion Commission will meet virtually to discuss Pride month reflections and receive updates from the Common Council. The body will also determine agenda items for its next meeting.

• Pride month reflections and celebration
• Common Council updates
• Planning of future agenda items

Plan Commission

The Plan Commission will meet virtually to consider one item of new business. The body will review a request for a land division via Certified Survey Map.

• Land division request by Lisa Wood, Amundsen Davis, at 1300 Glenview Place (25-0752)

Design Review Board

The Design Review Board will meet to consider four items returning to the board for review. These include a health center screening, a multi-family development, a veterinary clinic ramp, and a residential home.

• 840 N 87th Street: Froedtert Sargent Health Center RTU Screening
• 1330 Wauwatosa Ave: Harlow & Hem New Multi-Family
• 9700 W Bluemound Road: Veterinary Surgery Specialist New Ramp
• 11732 Martha Dr: New Residential Home

The Board approved a new multi-family development and RTU screening for a health center. Two other projects were held pending further samples and design details.

• Approved new multi-family project at 1330 Wauwatosa Ave (24-0719)
• Approved RTU screening at 840 N 87th Street Froedtert Sargent Health Center (25-0002)
• Held new ramp project at 9700 W Bluemound Road pending samples and plant selections (25-0742)
• Held new residential home at 11732 Martha Dr pending stone detailing and samples (25-0746)

Commission for Persons with Disabilities

The Commission for Persons with Disabilities will meet to discuss the city's Comprehensive Plan Vision statement and a letter regarding parking accessibility at Hem and Harlow. The body will also review reports on loneliness, isolation, and the State of the City.

• Discussion of the Comprehensive Plan Vision statement
• Letter regarding parking accessibility at Hem and Harlow
• July 4th Parade plans and July 2 Drone Show
• Proposed cuts to Medicaid and state funding plans
• Tosa Tonight event on August 6, 2025

Sustainability Committee

The Sustainability Committee will meet virtually to discuss goals and outreach plans. The agenda includes a guest presentation from the Milwaukee County Office of Sustainability and updates from the City Sustainability Manager.

• Guest speaker Grant Helle, Director-Office of Sustainability, Milwaukee County
• Annual report presentation talking points
• Wauwatosa School District updates regarding energy efficiency and green teams
• Joint Housing Coalition update
• Discussion of outreach plans, schedule, and staffing

The committee approved the minutes from the May 7, 2025, meeting. The remainder of the session consisted of informational updates regarding solar permits, county climate planning, and school district sustainability efforts.

• Approved May 7, 2025 regular meeting minutes (7-0)

Government Affairs Committee

The Government Affairs Committee will consider several new alcohol license applications and retail license renewals. The body will also review a special event permit for a street event and receive an update on available liquor licenses.

• Special Event Permit for Village Al Fresco on W. State Street (July 29, 2025)
• New Class A Beer and Liquor license for Tabal Chocolate at 7515 Harwood Avenue
• New Class B Beer and Class C Wine license for Celtic MKE at 1532 Wauwatosa Avenue
• New Class B Beer and Liquor license for Htoo Asian Cuisine and Sushi at 8820 W. North Avenue
• Retail Class A/B/C alcohol license renewal applications for 2025-2026

The Government Affairs Committee recommended approval for four new alcohol licenses and a batch of retail license renewals. The committee also recommended approval for a special event permit for Village Al Fresco. One item regarding liquor license quotas was presented for informational purposes.

• Recommended approval for Village Al Fresco special event permit (5-0)
• Recommended approval for Tabal Chocolate Class A Beer and Liquor license (5-0)
• Recommended approval for Celtic MKE Class B Beer and Class C Wine license (5-0)
• Recommended approval for Htoo Asian Cuisine and Sushi Class B Beer and Liquor license (5-0)
• Recommended approval for 2025-2026 retail Class A/B/C alcohol license renewals (5-0)

Transportation Affairs Committee

The Transportation Affairs Committee will meet to consider a request from the Engineering Division regarding traffic calming guidelines. The body will also discuss activities to mitigate reckless driving.

• Proposed new Neighborhood Traffic Calming Program Guidelines (25-0820)
• Discussion on reckless driving mitigation activities (25-0915)

The Transportation Affairs Committee recommended the adoption of new Neighborhood Traffic Calming Program Guidelines. The committee also received an informational presentation on reckless driving mitigation activities.

• Recommended approval of new Neighborhood Traffic Calming Program Guidelines (6-0)

Financial Affairs Committee

The committee will consider funding requests for the 2025 Community Development Block Grant and a website redesign. Members will also review the 2025 first quarter financial results and a five-year general fund forecast.

• 2025 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funding requests
• Six-year intergovernmental agreement with the City of Milwaukee for workforce tracking software
• Proposal for a website redesign
• 2025 First Quarter General Fund Financial Results report
• 2026-2030 Five-Year General Fund Forecast report

The Financial Affairs Committee recommended approval for 2025 Community Development Block Grant funding requests and a six-year intergovernmental agreement with the City of Milwaukee for workforce tracking software. Three other items regarding a website redesign and financial reports were presented for informational purposes.

• Recommended approval of 2025 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funding requests (8-0)
• Recommended approval of six-year intergovernmental agreement with City of Milwaukee for workforce tracking software (8-0)

Common Council

The Common Council is holding an informal gathering for a retirement party. No formal action will be taken during this event.

Common Council

The Common Council is gathering for a ribbon cutting ceremony at Firefly Grove Park. This is an informal gathering and no formal action will be taken.

• Ribbon cutting ceremony at Firefly Grove Park, 1900 N. 116th Street

Common Council

The Common Council is gathering for the grand opening of Firefly Grove Park. This is an informal gathering and no formal action will be taken.

• Grand opening of Firefly Grove Park at 1900 N. 116th Street

Board of Review

The Board of Review is meeting to officially call the board into session. The meeting will be adjourned to a later date because the assessment roll is not yet complete.

• Introduction of Board of Review Attorney William Dineen

The Board of Review met to introduce legal counsel and conduct procedural business. No substantive property assessment decisions were made. The meeting was adjourned until August 18, 2025, at 10:00 AM.

• Introduced Board of Review attorneys William Dineen and Nate Bayer
• Adjourned meeting until August 18, 2025 (3-0)

Common Council

The Common Council is gathering for an Artist Talk with Thomas Dambo. This is an informal gathering and no formal action will be taken.

• Artist Talk with Thomas Dambo at the Muellner Building

Common Council

The Common Council may gather for a Memorial Day Observance at Hart Park. This is an informal gathering and no formal action will be taken.

• Memorial Day Observance at Wauwatosa Veterans Memorial, 7300 W. Chestnut Street

Civic Celebration Commission

The commission will hold elections for its officers and receive reports on upcoming events. Discussions include updates on Memorial Day, the parade, and a drone program.

• Nomination and election of officers
• Memorial Day, parade, and afternoon program updates
• Drone program update and story board discussion
• Discussion on vendor services for events
• Financial and fundraising reports

The commission approved the meeting minutes from April 24, 2025, and appointed Joseph Makhlouf II as a full voting member and secretary. Members provided progress reports on the Memorial Day celebration, the upcoming parade, and a drone show scheduled for July 2nd.

• Approved minutes of the April 24, 2025, regular meeting
• Approved appointment of Joseph Makhlouf II as full voting member and secretary

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will meet to consider two requests for zoning exceptions. Both items involve requests for setback variances at residential properties.

• Alley fence setback exception request at 2103 N. 107th Street
• Front yard setback variance request at 1314 St. James Court

The Wauwatosa Board of Zoning Appeals denied a fence setback exception for 2103 N. 107th Street in a 5-0 vote because exception standards were not met and the fence was built without an approved permit. The Board also approved a front yard setback variance for a wooden deck at 1314 St. James Court in a 5-0 vote.

• Denied alley fence setback exception at 2103 N. 107th Street (5-0)
• Approved front yard setback variance for wooden deck at 1314 St. James Court (5-0)

Library Board of Trustees

The Wauwatosa Library Board of Trustees will meet to review financial reports and operating vouchers. The board will discuss a funding request for a price increase on Children’s Library furniture and review board appointments and composition.

• Agency Trust Funding request for Children’s Library furniture price increase
• Trustee Essential 18: Library board appointments and composition
• Year-to-date financial reports
• Monthly operating vouchers ratification

The Library Board of Trustees approved a funding request for a price increase regarding Children's Library furniture. The board also ratified monthly operating vouchers and approved the previous meeting's minutes.

• Approved April 16, 2025 meeting minutes (8-0)
• Approved monthly operating vouchers ratification (8-0)
• Approved Agency Trust Funding request for Children's Library furniture price increase (8-0)

Police and Fire Commission

The Commission will elect a President, Vice President, and appoint a Secretary. The Police and Fire Chiefs will provide operational and administrative updates. The body may enter a closed session to discuss the discipline of a sworn Police Department employee.

• Election of Commission President, Vice President, and appointment of Secretary
• Police Chief report on crime trends and the Suburban Major Incident Response Team
• Discussion of Froedtert ED contract
• Fire Chief report on monthly call volume and consolidation study update
• Closed session regarding discipline of a sworn Police Department employee

Historic Preservation Commission

The commission will meet at the Schoonmaker Reef parking lot and Leff's for a site visit and business meeting. The body will also discuss neighborhood outreach and a PoP Award update.

• Schoonmaker Reef site visit (25-0807)
• Discussion of symposium and outreach with historic neighborhoods (25-0810)
• PoP Award update (25-0809)

The Commission agreed to hold a symposium on Wednesday, September 17, at the Muellner Building. A planned site visit to Schoonmaker Reef was cancelled due to rain and rescheduled for the next meeting.

• Approved meeting minutes (7-0)
• Scheduled symposium for September 17 at the Muellner Building
• Cancelled Schoonmaker Reef site visit due to rain

Board of Health

The Board of Health will receive reports from various department divisions and review the 2024 Annual Report. The body will also discuss updates to the 2023-2025 Strategic Plan and the approval process for advocacy opportunities.

• 2024 Annual Report
• 2023-2025 Strategic Plan updates
• Review of advocacy opportunities proposal and approval process

The Board of Health approved the 2024 annual report and the February 11, 2025 meeting minutes. Members received departmental overviews covering public health nursing, environmental health, and community health initiatives.

• Approved February 11, 2025 minutes with conditions
• Approved 2024 Annual Report

Common Council

The Common Council will vote on several infrastructure projects, including water reservoir and pavement repairs. The body is also considering a permit fee waiver program for solar panel installations and the appointment of a new City Attorney.

• Contract for 2025 Burleigh Street Multi-Use Path and Asphalt Pavement Repair with LaLonde Contractors, Inc. for $462,071.46
• Contract for Alice Street Water Reservoir Rehabilitation with L and T Painting Inc for $361,030.00
• Resolution creating an annual permit fee waiver program for residential and commercial solar panel installation
• Appointment of Jennifer Tate as City Attorney effective June 9, 2025
• Ordinance adopting a 25 mph speed limit on Ludington Avenue between Milwaukee Avenue and North Avenue

The Council appointed Jennifer Tate as City Attorney and approved multiple construction contracts, including water reservoir and road work. Several conditional use permits for local businesses were granted, and new parking and speed limit ordinances were adopted.

• Appointed Jennifer Tate as City Attorney (12-1)
• Approved $361,030 contract for Alice Street Water Reservoir Rehabilitation (13-0)
• Approved $462,071.46 contract for Burleigh Street Multi-Use Path and Asphalt Repair (13-0)
• Approved $315,818.31 final payment to Visu-Sewer, Inc. for sanitary sewer improvements (13-0)
• Adopted 25 mph speed limit on Ludington Avenue between Milwaukee and North Avenue (13-0)
• Approved annual permit fee waiver program for solar panel installations (12-2)
• Granted conditional use permits for Crafty Cow Tosa, Harley-Davidson, and Pipsqueak Wine (14-0)
• Approved one-year extension to the Peace Officers Association collective bargaining agreement (13-0)

Government Affairs Committee

The Government Affairs Committee will meet to consider the appointment of Jennifer Tate as City Attorney. If approved, the appointment would be effective June 9, 2025.

• Appointment of Jennifer Tate to City Attorney (25-0897)

The Government Affairs Committee met to consider the appointment of Jennifer Tate as City Attorney. The committee recommended the appointment for approval, effective June 9, 2025.

• Recommended appointment of Jennifer Tate as City Attorney (6-0-1)

Senior Commission

The Senior Commission will meet to hear from the Milwaukee County Director of Aging Services. The body will also review advocacy updates and receive reports from city departments.

• Discussion with Dan Idzikowski, Director of Aging Services, Milwaukee County Department of Health and Human Services
• Advocacy updates and opportunities
• Reports from the Senior Center/Senior Club, Police Department, and Health Department
• Joint Housing Coalition report
• Common Council report

The commission approved the minutes from the April 21, 2025 meeting. Members discussed Milwaukee County Aging Services and reviewed proposed federal and state budget cuts affecting senior programs. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved April 21, 2025 Minutes

Common Council

The Common Council may gather for an informal event at the Forest Exploration Center. No formal action will be taken during this gathering.

• World Migratory Bird Day event at 1800 Forest Exploration Drive

Design Review Board

The Design Review Board will review a revised multi-family project and five new construction or alteration requests. The board is evaluating exterior changes and new builds at various city locations.

• 1330 Wauwatosa Ave: Revised new multi-family project
• 7200 W North Avenue: Exterior alterations
• 9700 Bluemound Rd: Exterior ramp for Veterinary Surgery Specialist
• 9260 Watertown Plank Rd: New substation construction
• 6404 W North Avenue: Exterior patio and pergola for Pipsqueak Wine

The Board approved new construction for a substation and an exterior patio and pergola for Pipsqueak Wine. Four other projects were held for further revisions or additional details.

• Approved new substation construction at 9260 Watertown Plank Rd (4-0)
• Approved exterior patio and pergola at 6404 W North Avenue (4-0)
• Held 1330 Wauwatosa Ave multi-family project for revisions
• Held exterior alterations at 7200 W North Avenue
• Held exterior ramp at 9700 Bluemound Rd for additional material details and plans
• Held new residential construction at 11732 Martha Drive for material review

Community Development Authority

The Community Development Authority will discuss a forgivable loan for a business on W State Street and a new Affordable Housing Fund Policy. The body will also review updates on the Boston Store and 1600 N 113th Street redevelopments.

• Forgivable loan for Kin Rice & Roll fixed improvements at 7484 W State Street
• Proposal to delegate small business forgivable loan approvals to staff
• Consideration of an Affordable Housing Fund Policy
• Redevelopment updates for 1600 N 113th Street and the Boston Store
• Discussion of acquiring private properties for redevelopment

The Wauwatosa Community Development Authority approved a small business forgivable loan for Kin Rice & Roll and delegated future small business loan approvals to staff. The Authority also adopted an Affordable Housing Fund Policy and authorized staff to proceed with a private property transaction following a closed session.

• Approved minutes from April 17, 2025 (7-0)
• Approved up to $15,000 forgivable loan for Kin Rice & Roll at 7484 W State Street (7-0)
• Approved delegating small business forgivable loan approvals to staff (5-2)
• Adopted the Affordable Housing Fund Policy with modifications (6-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved staff to move forward with direction given in closed session regarding a private property transaction (7-0)

Youth Commission

The Youth Commission will meet to review reports from city departments and internal committees. The body will discuss unfinished business regarding a survey and story book, and address new business concerning nominating slates.

• Reports from Common Council, Police Department, Recreation Department, and School Board
• Updates from Awards, Birthday Mailings, Membership, and Publicity committees
• Discussion of survey and story book
• Review of Nominating Slate and Election Nominating Slate

The Youth Commission approved a nominating slate for its leadership roles, including co-chairs and an adult chair. The commission also reviewed survey results regarding desired events and provided updates on the Story Book walk project.

• Approved minutes of the April 9, 2025 meeting (13-0)
• Approved nominating slate for leadership positions (13-0)

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will review contract awards for water reservoir rehabilitation and pavement repairs. The body will also consider encroachment requests for signs and monitoring wells in the city right-of-way.

• Contract 25-50 for Alice Street Water Reservoir Rehabilitation to Land T Painting Inc for $361,030.00
• Contract 25-25 for Burleigh Street Multi-Use Path and Asphalt Pavement Repair to LaLonde Contractors, Inc. for $462,071.46
• Encroachment request for a Swan Park Neighborhood Association sign in the 2300 block of Menomonee River Parkway
• Encroachment request for groundwater monitoring wells at W. Ripley Avenue and N. 121st Street
• Final payment for 2023 Sanitary Sewer Improvements in Lovers Lane Estates and Ruby Gardens

The Board of Public Works recommended four contracts and two encroachment requests to the Common Council for approval. The Board also approved project partial payments and the minutes from the April 16 meeting.

• Recommended approval of $361,030.00 Alice Street Water Reservoir Rehabilitation contract (4-0)
• Recommended approval of $462,071.46 Burleigh Street Multi-Use Path and Asphalt Pavement Repair contract (4-0)
• Recommended approval of final payment for 2023 Sanitary Sewer Improvements (4-0)
• Recommended approval of Swan Park Neighborhood Association sign encroachment (4-0)
• Recommended approval of Badger Oil Equipment Company groundwater monitoring wells encroachment (4-0)
• Approved ratification of project partial payments (4-0)
• Approved April 16, 2025 meeting minutes (4-0)

Community Affairs Committee

The Community Affairs Committee will discuss incentives for solar panel installations and a proposal to regulate where tobacco and vaping products are sold. The body will also review the Youth Commission's annual report and future yard waste collection options.

• Proposed annual permit fee waiver program for residential and commercial solar panel installation
• Agreement with Grow Solar Milwaukee-Waukesha for use of the City logo for a 2025 purchasing program
• Proposal to amend Title 24 to regulate locations of cigarette, tobacco, and electronic vaping device sales businesses
• Discussion of alternative yard waste collection service delivery options for 2026
• Youth Commission Annual Report

The Community Affairs Committee recommended approval for a solar panel permit fee waiver program and the use of the city logo for a solar purchasing program. The committee also approved directing staff to begin a Zoning Text Amendment to regulate tobacco and vaping business locations.

• Recommended approval of annual permit fee waiver program for solar panel installation
• Recommended approval of agreement with Grow Solar Milwaukee-Waukesha to use city logo
• Approved directing staff to begin Zoning Text Amendment to regulate cigarette, tobacco, and vaping sales locations

Government Affairs Committee

The Government Affairs Committee will review several special event and alcohol license applications. The body is also considering a one-year extension to the collective bargaining agreement with the Wauwatosa Peace Officers Association.

• One-year extension to the 2022-2025 Collective Bargaining Agreement with the Wauwatosa Peace Officers Association
• Special Event Permit for ART 64 on June 6-7, 2025
• Special Event Permit for Tosa Village Classic on June 29, 2025
• Fireworks User Permit for Wauwatosa West and East High School graduations on June 13-14, 2025
• Designation of the City's official newspaper for publications

The Government Affairs Committee recommended approval for several special event permits, liquor license extensions, and the city's official newspaper designation. The committee also recommended a one-year extension to the collective bargaining agreement with the Wauwatosa Peace Officers Association.

• Recommended approval of ART 64 special event permit
• Recommended approval of Tosa Village Classic special event permit
• Recommended temporary licensed premises extensions for Buckatabon Tavern & Supperclub and Café Hollander
• Recommended approval of Wauwatosa School District fireworks permit
• Recommended temporary licensed premises extension for Pipsqueak Wine
• Recommended approval of 2025-2026 retail Class A/B/C alcohol license renewals
• Recommended approval of 2025-2026 amusement arcade and theater licenses
• Recommended approval of one-year extension to the Wauwatosa Peace Officers Association agreement

Transportation Affairs Committee

The Transportation Affairs Committee will review several requests from the Engineering Division regarding parking restrictions. The body will discuss trial periods for short-term parking and the permanent removal or prohibition of parking on specific streets.

• 90-day trial of 15-minute parking on east side of 72nd Street fronting 2154 N. 72nd Street
• Prohibiting parking on east side of 60th Street from Wisconsin Avenue to South City Limit
• Removing parking restrictions on 113th, 114th, and 115th Streets between Center Street and Clarke Street
• 90-day trial of 15-minute parking on east side of 70th Street from North Avenue to the alley south of North Avenue
• Adopting a 25 mph posted speed limit on Ludington Avenue between Milwaukee Avenue and North Avenue

The Transportation Affairs Committee recommended approval for several parking changes, including two 90-day trials and the removal of restrictions on 113th, 114th, and 115th Streets. The committee also recommended a 25 mph speed limit for Ludington Avenue.

• Recommended 90-day trial of 15-minute parking on east side of 72nd Street (6-0)
• Recommended prohibiting parking on east side of 60th Street from Wisconsin Avenue to South City Limit (6-0)
• Recommended removing parking restrictions on 113th, 114th, and 115th Streets (6-0)
• Recommended 90-day trial of 15-minute parking on east side of 70th Street from North Avenue to the alley south of North Avenue (6-0)
• Recommended 25 mph speed limit on Ludington Avenue between Milwaukee Avenue and North Avenue (6-0)

Financial Affairs Committee

The Financial Affairs Committee will discuss the 2026 budget process policy and amendments to the 2025 budget for capital project carryovers. The body will also receive a first-quarter financial report and updates on city litigation.

• Three-year contract with Vestis Uniforms and Workplace Supplies for $15,000
• Amendment to 2025 Budget for 2024 capital project carryovers
• Proposed 2026 Budget Process Policy
• 2025 First Quarter General Fund Financial Results report
• Litigation updates regarding Mayfair Mall and Froedtert Health property taxes

The committee approved the 2026 Budget Process Policy and recommended approval for a uniform rental contract and 2024 capital project budget carryovers. A first-quarter financial report was held, and the committee entered a closed session to discuss ongoing litigation.

• Recommended approval of $15,000 uniform and mat rental contract with Vestis Uniforms (5-0)
• Recommended approval of 2025 Budget amendment for 2024 capital project carryovers (5-0)
• Approved 2026 Budget Process Policy (5-0)
• Held 2025 First Quarter General Fund Financial Results report
• Entered closed session to discuss property tax and other litigation (5-0)

Plan Commission

The Plan Commission will consider three conditional use permits for businesses on North Avenue and Burleigh Street. The body will also discuss potential amendments to the Zoning Code regarding parking regulations.

• Conditional Use Permit for Crafty Cow Tosa LLC to expand at 6519 W. North Avenue
• Conditional Use Permit for Harley-Davidson.com for warehousing and storage at 11800 W. Burleigh Street
• Conditional Use Permit for Pipsqueak Wine for outdoor seating at 6410 W. North Avenue
• Discussion of Zoning Code amendments related to parking regulations

The Plan Commission recommended approval for three conditional use permits involving business expansions and warehousing. The commission also held an informational discussion regarding the potential elimination of minimum parking requirements for commercial uses.

• Recommended approval for expansion of eating and drinking establishment at 6519 W. North Avenue
• Recommended approval for general warehousing and storage at 11800 W. Burleigh Street
• Recommended approval for outdoor seating area at 6410 W. North Avenue

Common Council

The Common Council is holding an informal gathering to attend the Wauwatosa Bird City - Birding Tour. No formal action will be taken at this gathering.

• Birding Tour at County Grounds Park (8624 W. Watertown Plank Road)

Board of Building and Fire Code Appeals

The Board of Building and Fire Code Appeals will meet to review a variance request regarding building code requirements. The board is considering whether to allow a reduction in required headroom for a basement stairwell.

• Variance request for 8915 W Hawthorne Avenue to allow 66 inches of headroom instead of the required 72 inches in two portions of a basement stairwell

The Wauwatosa Board of Building and Fire Code Appeals approved a variance for 8915 W Hawthorne Avenue to allow 66 inches of headroom in a basement stairwell where 72 inches is required. The approval includes stipulations that the space not be used for sleeping or as a bedroom, and requires an egress window, smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, a fire extinguisher, and fall protection on the stairwell.

• Approved variance for 8915 W Hawthorne Avenue to allow 66 inches of stairwell headroom with safety stipulations

Equity and Inclusion Commission

The Equity and Inclusion Commission will meet virtually to introduce a new member and coordinate the 2025 speaker schedule. The body will also discuss updates from the Common Council.

• Introduction of new member
• 2025 speaker scheduling
• Common Council updates

Sustainability Committee

The Sustainability Committee will meet to review 2025 goals and plan its annual report presentation. The agenda includes updates from the City Sustainability Manager, the Housing Commission, and the Wauwatosa School District.

• Discussion of 2025 goals including energy and GHG reporting
• Annual report presentation planning
• Wauwatosa School District updates regarding the Energy Efficiency and Sustainability Subcommittee (E2S2)
• Wisconsin Local Government Climate Coalition (WLGCC) update
• Green Tier Legacy update

The committee approved the minutes from the April 2, 2025, meeting. The remainder of the session consisted of informational updates regarding solar opportunities, school district sustainability, and summer outreach plans.

• Approved April 2, 2025 regular meeting minutes (9-0)

Commission for Persons with Disabilities

The Commission will meet virtually to review reports and discuss city planning and accessibility. The agenda includes a review of the Comprehensive Plan Vision statement and parking accessibility at Hem and Harlow.

• Discussion of the Comprehensive Plan Vision statement
• Letter regarding parking accessibility at Hem and Harlow
• Legislative issues regarding proposed Medicaid cuts and state funding plans
• Civic Celebration and State of the City reports
• Commission Membership

Police and Fire Commission

The Commission will hold a special meeting to conduct interviews for Police Officer positions in a closed session. The body may then return to open session to certify the eligibility list.

• Interviews of candidates for Police Officer positions (Item 25-0675)

The Wauwatosa Police and Fire Commission held a special meeting to interview candidates for police officer and firefighter positions in closed session. Upon returning to open session, the commission voted unanimously to certify the eligibility list.

• Certified the eligibility list for police officer and firefighter candidates (unanimous)

Common Council

The Common Council is gathering for the Wauwatosa Public Library Foundation Leadership Luncheon. This is an informal gathering and no formal action will be taken.

Civic Celebration Commission

The commission will hear a presentation from a drone company and discuss updates for upcoming events. Members will also review financial and fundraising reports and discuss filling a vacant Secretary position.

• Drone program drone company presentation
• Scout troop 111 July 2nd fundraiser update
• Discussion on filling vacant Secretary position
• Updates on Memorial Day, Parade, Afternoon program, and Dog parade
• Discussion on all vendor services for events

The commission discussed preparations for July 2nd events, including a drone show and parade. Joseph Makhlouf agreed to join the commission as secretary, pending approval from the mayor and council.

• Appointed Joseph Makhlouf as secretary, subject to mayor and council approval

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will meet to review one new business item. The board is considering a request for a side and rear yard setback variance.

• Side and rear yard setback variance request for 11717 Watertown Plank Road (25-0640)

The Board of Zoning Appeals approved a request for side and rear yard setback variances to allow the expansion of a home on a nonconforming flag lot. The board found that exceptional circumstances existed and that adjacent property owners did not object.

• Approved side and rear yard setback variance for 11717 Watertown Plank Road (4-0)

Common Council

The Common Council is gathering for a State of the City presentation. This is an informal gathering and no formal action will be taken.

• State of the City presentation

Common Council

The Common Council will hold public hearings for three conditional use permits on North Avenue and Burleigh Street. The body is also deciding on several professional service agreements and construction contracts for city infrastructure and parks.

• Public hearings for conditional use permits at 6519 W. North Avenue, 6410 W. North Avenue, and 11800 W. Burleigh Street
• $400,000 amendment with MSA for Schoonmaker Creek Watershed stormwater modeling
• $199,542 contract with Milwaukee General Construction for 2025 Alley Reconstruction
• $41,310 three-year contract with Rave Mobile Safety for a mass notification system
• Contract with Prism Technical not to exceed $86,937 for a Procurement Equity Participation Plan

The Common Council approved several public works projects, including alley reconstruction and the installation of pickleball courts at Hart Park. The council also authorized funding for stormwater modeling and utility paving projects.

• Approved $199,542 contract with Milwaukee General Construction for 2025 Alley Reconstruction (15-0)
• Approved $51,000 contract with Midwest Sealcoat, LLC for six pickleball courts at Hart Park (15-0)
• Approved $400,000 contract amendment with MSA for Schoonmaker Creek Watershed stormwater modeling (15-0)
• Approved $151,245 contract amendment with raSmith for Watertown Plank Road and N. 115th Street project (14-1)
• Approved $41,310 three-year contract with Rave Mobile Safety for mass notification system (15-0)
• Approved $86,937 contract with Prism Technical for Harlow and Hem residential proposal monitoring (13-2)
• Approved $70,000 change order for DPW Incinerator Building demolition and asbestos removal (15-0)
• Approved Special Event Permit and liquor license extension for Jackson Fest on June 7, 2025 (15-0)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will receive a presentation from Municipal Judge Krista LaFave. The discussion will cover Wisconsin's municipal court structure, Wauwatosa Municipal Court operations, data, and the collection of forfeitures.

• Presentation on Wauwatosa Municipal Court operations and forfeiture collection (25-0667)

The Wauwatosa Committee of the Whole met on April 22, 2025, to hear an informational presentation from Municipal Judge Krista LaFave. The presentation covered Wisconsin's municipal court structure, local court operations and data, and the collection of forfeitures. No formal votes or substantive policy decisions were made during the meeting.

• Heard presentation on municipal court operations (Informational only)

Senior Commission

The Senior Commission will meet to review reports from the Health, Police, and Housing departments. The body will also discuss Aging Advocacy Day and Milwaukee County resources.

• Aging Advocacy Day reminder for May 13
• Milwaukee County ARDC Resource Report sign-ups
• Senior Center/Senior Club report
• Police Department report
• Joint Housing Coalition report

The Senior Commission approved the minutes from the March 17, 2025 meeting. The remainder of the meeting consisted of departmental reports and announcements regarding senior services and housing.

• Approved March 17, 2025 Minutes

Design Review Board

The Design Review Board will meet to discuss old business regarding three specific property modifications. The board is reviewing exterior remodels and equipment screening for commercial sites.

• Exterior remodel at 10636 Bluemound Rd (Mobil Mart)
• Exterior remodel at 1033 N Mayfair Rd (GI Associates)
• RTU screening at 840 N 87th Street (Froedtert Sargeant)

The Board approved exterior remodels for two businesses and RTU screening for a medical facility. One approval included specific conditions regarding plantings, pillar protection, and lighting.

• Approved exterior remodel at 10636 Bluemound Rd (Mobil Mart) with conditions
• Approved exterior remodel at 1033 N Mayfair Rd (GI Associates)
• Approved RTU screening at 840 N 87th Street (Froedtert Sargeant)

Community Development Authority

The Community Development Authority will review two forgivable loan requests for small businesses on W North Avenue. The body will also consider an Affordable Housing Fund Policy and receive an update on the Blanchard Street Parking Lot redevelopment.

• Forgivable loan for Pipsqueak Wine at 6404 W North Avenue for an outdoor patio
• Forgivable loan for Idyll Coffee at 6330 W North Avenue for equipment
• Consideration of Affordable Housing Fund Policy
• Update on Harlow & Hem redevelopment of Blanchard Street Parking Lot

The Community Development Authority approved two forgivable loans for businesses on West North Avenue. The board held a proposed Affordable Housing Fund Policy for further review and received an update on the Blanchard Street Parking Lot redevelopment.

• Approved up to $15,000 forgivable loan for Pipsqueak Wine outdoor patio
• Approved up to $15,000 forgivable loan for Idyll Coffee equipment
• Held Consideration of Affordable Housing Fund Policy
• Approved March 6, 2025 meeting minutes

Library Board of Trustees

The Library Board of Trustees will review financial reports and discuss several equipment and furniture purchases. The meeting includes a discussion on children's library staffing that may move into closed session.

• Safe child policy
• Purchase of study pods, book binding machine, and document station
• Furniture requests for Main Street task tables, computer tables, and collaborative seating
• Accessible wall signage
• Library agency trust request for administrative office furniture

The Library Board of Trustees approved a new safe child policy and various equipment and furniture purchases. The board also authorized summer programming and a speaker series. A closed session was held to discuss Children’s Library staffing.

• Approved safe child policy (6-0)
• Approved purchase of study pods, document station, and book binding machine (6-0)
• Approved various furniture including computer, collaborative, and task tables and chairs (6-0)
• Approved play and learn soft seating and mobile display tower (6-0)
• Approved accessible wall signage (6-0)
• Approved summer programming series and Foundation speaker series (6-0)
• Approved Library agency trust request for administrative office furniture (6-0)
• Approved monthly operating vouchers ratification (6-0)

Police and Fire Commission

The Commission will receive operational and administrative reports from the Fire and Police Chiefs. The meeting includes updates on the West Allis consolidation and various hiring processes. A closed session is scheduled to interview a candidate for a Firefighter position.

• West Allis consolidation update
• Firefighter/Intern hiring process and potential modification review
• Police front office restructure
• Interview of candidate for Firefighter position (closed session)

The commission approved modifications to the firefighter/intern hiring process and policy. The board also received operational updates from the fire and police chiefs, including a status report on the West Allis consolidation process.

• Approved minutes of the March 19, 2025, regular meeting
• Approved changes to the Firefighter/Intern hiring process and policy

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will review several infrastructure projects, including reservoir rehabilitation and multi-use path plans. The body is also considering a fence variance and an encroachment request for groundwater monitoring wells in Hart Park.

• Contract 25-11 for 2025 Alley Reconstruction to Milwaukee General Construction for $199,542.00
• Fence variance request by Hundreds and Thousands, LLC at 8334 W North Ave
• Encroachment request for four groundwater monitoring wells in Hart Park and the 6400 block of River Parkway
• Plans and specifications for Alice Water Reservoir Rehabilitation (Contract 25-50)
• Plans and specifications for 2025 Burleigh Street Multi-Use Path and Asphalt Pavement Repair (Contract 25-25)

The Board of Public Works approved plans for the Alice Water Reservoir and Burleigh Street multi-use path. Several contracts and final payments were recommended for Common Council approval, including a $199,542 alley reconstruction award. A fence variance request for 8334 W North Ave was held.

• Approved plans for Alice Water Reservoir Rehabilitation (6-0)
• Approved plans for 2025 Burleigh Street Multi-Use Path and Asphalt Pavement Repair (6-0)
• Recommended $199,542 alley reconstruction contract to Milwaukee General Construction (6-0)
• Recommended approval of DPW Incinerator Building Demolition change order (6-0)
• Recommended final payment for Blanchard Street Pumping Station Modifications (6-0)
• Recommended final payment of $162,616.45 for 2023 Sidewalk Repair Program (6-0)
• Recommended final payments for Wauwatosa Bike Share III and 2024 Alley Reconstruction (6-0)
• Held fence variance request for Hundreds and Thousands, LLC at 8334 W North Ave (6-0)

Community Affairs Committee

The Community Affairs Committee will meet to discuss a request from Alderperson Meindl. The proposal asks city staff to create an overnight parking permit ordinance and a map of allowable parking zones.

• Request to create an overnight parking permit ordinance and city map of allowable zones (25-0596)

The Community Affairs Committee considered a request to have city staff create an overnight parking permit ordinance and map. The request was received and placed on file, effectively denying the proposal.

• Request for overnight parking permit ordinance and map received and placed on file (5-2)

Government Affairs Committee

The Government Affairs Committee will review a request to expand temporary alcohol license limits for nonprofits and businesses. The body will also consider a special event permit for a festival in June.

• Special Event Permit for Jackson Fest at 11302 W. Blue Mound Road on June 7, 2025
• Proposed amendments to Municipal Code Section 6.08.320 regarding Temporary Alcohol License limits

The Government Affairs Committee recommended approval for a Special Event Permit and temporary premises extension for Jackson Fest. Additionally, the committee voted to hold a proposed amendment to municipal code regarding temporary alcohol license limits for further refinement.

• Recommended approval for Jackson Fest Special Event Permit (8-0)
• Tabled proposed amendments to temporary alcohol license code (8-0)

Financial Affairs Committee

The Financial Affairs Committee will review several contract requests and professional service amendments. These items include infrastructure engineering, park improvements, and a mass notification system.

• Three-year contract with Rave Mobile Safety for a mass notification system at $13,770 per year
• Contract with Midwest Sealcoat, LLC for six pickleball courts at Hart Park
• $400,000 amendment with MSA for Schoonmaker Creek Watershed stormwater modeling (CIP Project 3005)
• Amendment with raSmith for Watertown Plank Road and N 115th St Utilities & Paving (CIP Project 1025)
• Contract up to $86,937 with Prism Technical for a Procurement Equity Participation Plan for the Harlow and Hem residential proposal

The Financial Affairs Committee recommended approval for several contracts, including stormwater modeling and a mass notification system. The committee also moved forward with pickleball court installation and a procurement equity plan for a residential proposal.

• Recommended approval of 3-year Rave Mobile Safety contract for $41,310 (7-0)
• Recommended approval of Midwest Sealcoat, LLC contract for Hart Park pickleball courts (7-0)
• Recommended approval of $400,000 MSA agreement amendment for Schoonmaker Creek Watershed (7-0)
• Recommended approval of raSmith agreement amendment for Watertown Plank Road and N 115th St project (6-1)
• Recommended approval of Prism Technical contract up to $86,937 for Harlow and Hem Participation Plan (6-1)

Youth Commission

The Youth Commission will meet to review reports from city departments and various committees. The body will discuss unfinished business regarding a survey and story book, and consider new business regarding sponsors for a youth event.

• Sponsors for Youth Event
• Survey
• Story Book
• Reports from Police and Recreation Departments

The Wauwatosa Youth Commission approved the minutes from its February 26 and March 12, 2025 meetings. Commissioners also approved $150 for May meeting supplies and cake, as well as $300 for award recipient plaques. In addition, members discussed committee reports, ongoing middle and high school surveys, and gift card selections for survey completions.

• Approved minutes of the February 26, 2025 and March 12, 2025 regular meetings
• Approved $150 for supplies and cake for the May meeting
• Approved $300 for award recipient plaques

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will meet to review nominations for the Preservation of Properties Awards. The body will also discuss outreach with historic neighborhoods and the Schoonmaker Reef event.

• Selection of Preservation of Properties Award nominations
• Discussion on outreach with historic neighborhoods
• Discussion regarding the Schoonmaker Reef event

The Historic Preservation Commission approved one property and denied another for the Preservation of Properties Award. The commission also discussed a revised outline for historic neighborhood outreach.

• Approved PoP award for 8334 W. North Avenue (8-0)
• Denied PoP award for 7353 Harwood Avenue (8-0)
• Approved meeting minutes with one correction (8-0)

Financial Affairs Committee

The Financial Affairs Committee will meet to receive two reports. These include a biennial actuarial report on retiree health insurance liability and a report on 2024 unaudited financial results.

• Biennial actuarial report of retiree health insurance liability (25-0514)
• Report on 2024 Unaudited Financial Results (25-0556)

The committee received a presentation on the biennial actuarial report regarding retiree health insurance liability. Additionally, the committee reviewed the 2024 unaudited financial results. No formal actions or votes were taken during the meeting.

• Received biennial actuarial report on retiree health insurance (Informational)
• Received report on 2024 unaudited financial results (Informational)

Plan Commission

The Plan Commission will meet virtually to discuss a preliminary recommendations report regarding zoning code diagnostics. The meeting consists of one new business item following standard procedural approvals.

• Zoning Code Targeted Chapter Diagnostics and Preliminary Recommendations Report (25-0517)

The commission received a staff and consultant presentation regarding the Zoning Code Targeted Chapter Diagnostics and Preliminary Recommendations Report. No formal actions were taken as the item was for informational purposes only.

Design Review Board

The Design Review Board will discuss exterior remodels and screening for two businesses on North Avenue. The board will also consider a new start time for its meetings.

• RTU screening for Wing Stop at 6933 North Avenue
• Exterior remodel for More than Bourbon at 11500 North Avenue
• Proposed new start time for Design Review Board meetings

The Wauwatosa Design Review Board approved exterior screening for Wing Stop at 6933 North Avenue and an exterior remodel for More than Bourbon at 11500 North Avenue. The board also approved a new start time for its meetings.

• Approved RTU screening for Wing Stop at 6933 North Avenue
• Approved exterior remodel for More than Bourbon at 11500 North Avenue
• Approved new start time for Design Review Board meetings

Commission for Persons with Disabilities

The Commission will meet virtually to discuss various community events and city updates. The agenda includes reviews of the Tosa Comprehensive Plan and fair housing presentations.

• Civic Celebration application for 2025
• Update on Tosa Comprehensive Plan
• Fair Housing presentation MWC
• Update on zoom options and e-comments at city meetings
• Tosa Schools Resource Fair update for May 7, 2025

The Commission approved the February 5, 2025, meeting minutes. Members discussed various informational updates regarding city events and accessibility, and agreed to send a letter to the Plan Commission regarding public parking at the Mandel’s Hem and Harlow project.

• Approved February 5, 2025, meeting minutes (6-0)
• Agreed to send letter to Plan Commission to review public parking accessibility at Mandel’s Hem and Harlow project

Sustainability Committee

The Sustainability Committee will meet to approve its annual report and 2025 goals. The agenda includes an introduction of the City Sustainability Manager and updates from the Housing Commission and Wauwatosa School District.

• Review and approval of the annual report
• Review and approval of 2025 Goals
• Introduction and Q&A with the City Sustainability Manager
• Wauwatosa School District Energy Efficiency and Sustainability Subcommittee updates
• Summer outreach planning for Tosa Tonight, Farmers’ Market, and Tosa Green Summit

The committee approved the final draft of its annual report and the 2025 goals. Members also introduced the new City Sustainability Manager and discussed summer outreach plans for community events.

• Approved March 5, 2025, meeting minutes (9-0)
• Approved annual report (9-0)
• Approved 2025 goals

Civic Celebration Commission

The commission is meeting to receive updates and hold discussions regarding upcoming civic events. The agenda focuses on logistics for Memorial Day and Fourth of July celebrations.

• Memorial Day update
• Parade update
• Motorized vehicles needed for Fourth of July
• Table location for Fourth of July with Barb Schoenherr of Boy Scouts
• Drone program update and discussions

Design Review Board

The Design Review Board will meet to discuss exterior remodels and screening for five different properties. The board is reviewing requests for businesses on North Avenue, Mayfair Road, Church Street, and Bluemound Road.

• 2635 N Mayfair Road (KPot): RTU screening
• 1851 Church Street: Exterior remodel
• 11500 North Avenue (More than Bourbon): Exterior remodel
• 1033 N Mayfair Rd (GI Associates): Exterior remodel
• 10636 Bluemound Rd (Mobil Mart): Exterior remodel

The Wauwatosa Design Review Board approved three commercial design proposals and held two others for additional design revisions. Approvals included rooftop unit screening at 2635 N Mayfair Road and conditional exterior remodels at 1851 Church Street and 11500 North Avenue. Exterior remodeling proposals for 1033 N Mayfair Road and 10636 Bluemound Road were held pending updated landscaping and facade details.

• Approved RTU screening at 2635 N Mayfair Road as submitted
• Conditionally approved exterior remodel at 1851 Church Street pending color sample review
• Conditionally approved exterior remodel at 11500 North Avenue with landscaping and screening conditions
• Held exterior remodel at 1033 N Mayfair Road for revised landscape design
• Held exterior remodel at 10636 Bluemound Road for screening, color-matching, and landscape plans

Library Board of Trustees

The Library Board of Trustees will discuss updates to several library policies. The board may also enter a closed session to conduct the 2024 Library Director annual performance evaluation.

• Code of conduct policy
• Safe child policy
• Donations policy
• Computer and Internet use policy
• 2024 Library Director annual performance evaluation

The Library Board of Trustees approved several updated policies including the code of conduct, donations, and computer and internet use. The board also ratified monthly operating vouchers and approved the 2024 Library Director annual performance evaluation following a closed session.

• Approved February 19, 2025 meeting minutes (9-0)
• Approved monthly operating vouchers ratification (9-0)
• Approved code of conduct policy (9-0)
• Safe child policy withdrawn
• Approved donations policy (9-0)
• Approved computer and internet use policy (9-0)
• Approved 2024 Library Director annual performance evaluation (9-0)

Police and Fire Commission

The Police and Fire Commission will review operational reports from both the Police and Fire Chiefs. The meeting includes discussions on the 2026 budget process and various personnel actions.

• 2026 budget process
• Deputy Fire Chief training appointment approval
• Police Sergeant process update for a named candidate
• Intern program hiring protocol updates
• Traffic safety statistics and crime proactive incidents

The commission approved the appointment of Lt. Travis Padgett as Deputy Fire Chief. Other agenda items regarding police operations, traffic statistics, and fire department call volumes were presented for informational purposes.

• Approved appointment of Lt. Travis Padgett as Deputy Fire Chief
• Approved minutes of the February 19, 2025, regular meeting

Common Council

The Common Council will vote on various land use permits, municipal contracts, and fund transfers. Key items include a street improvement contract and a development term sheet for 7470 Blanchard Street.

• Contract 25-08 for Center Street Improvements to MJ Construction, Inc. for $1,414,080.00
• Conditional Use Permit for convenience store expansion at 10636 W. Blue Mound Road
• PUD final plans for a multi-unit building at 11450 W. Burleigh Street/Foundry Way
• Term sheet for the Harlow and Hem development at 7470 Blanchard Street
• Ordinance prohibiting trucks turning right from Glenview Place to westbound Harwood Avenue

The Common Council approved a $1,414,080 contract for Center Street improvements and authorized a development agreement for the Harlow and Hem residential project. The Council also approved a shared services study with West Allis regarding fire and EMS consolidation and authorized several fund transfers for municipal equipment and park signage.

• Approved $1.41M Center Street improvement contract with MJ Construction (13-0)
• Approved development assistance for Harlow & Hem apartments (10-3)
• Authorized shared services study for fire and EMS with West Allis (12-1)
• Approved $633,617 purchase of a sewer cleaning truck (13-0)
• Approved $31,624 emergency repair for a fire ladder truck (13-0)
• Approved Conditional Use Permit for 10636 W. Blue Mound Road (13-0)
• Approved PUD final plans for 11450 W. Burleigh Street (13-0)
• Approved contract with Pour Inc. for Muellner Building rentals (12-0, 1 abstain)

Senior Commission

The Senior Commission will meet to discuss funding and review Project Lifesaver. The body will also receive updates from the Eras Senior Network and various city departments.

• Senior Commission Funding Discussion
• Project Lifesaver presentation by Laura Laurishke
• Update from Eras Senior Network Program Director Veraunica Ruffin
• Reports from the Police Department and Health Department

The commission approved the meeting minutes from February 17, 2024. No other substantive decisions were made, though members discussed funding, senior center membership, and upcoming community events.

• Approved February 17, 2024 meeting minutes

Equity and Inclusion Commission

The Equity and Inclusion Commission will meet virtually to discuss member recruitment and receive updates from the Common Council. The meeting includes a presentation from the Wauwatosa Health Department.

• Wauwatosa Health Department presentation
• Member recruitment reminder
• Common Council updates

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will review several infrastructure projects, including alley reconstruction and street improvements. The meeting also covers requests for street vendor licenses, scooter program renewals, and utility easements.

• Contract award for Center Street Improvements to MJ Construction, Inc. for $1,414,080.00
• Request for Lime to renew its dockless scooter program operation
• Plans for 2025 Alley Reconstruction between N 109th St and 111th St
• Request for Guelig Waste Removal & Demolition LLC to work Sundays at 11100 W. Walnut Road
• Request for a street vendor license for Peony and Thistle to sell flowers

The Board of Public Works approved several local permits and project plans. It recommended that the Common Council approve a $1.4 million construction contract for Center Street and place previous street improvement projects on the tax roll.

• Recommended $1,414,080.00 Center Street Improvements contract to MJ Construction, Inc. (6-0)
• Recommended placing 2022-2024 Street Improvement Projects on the tax roll (6-0)
• Approved Lime dockless scooter program renewal (6-0)
• Approved street vendor license for Peony and Thistle flower sales (6-0)
• Approved Sunday demolition work for Incinerator Building at 11100 W. Walnut Road (6-0)
• Approved bike parking regulation exception for Milwaukee Regional Medical Center (5-0)
• Approved plans for 2025 Alley Reconstruction from N 109th St to 111th St (6-0)
• Approved TosaGreen Summit use of City Hall and Public Works lots for recycling (5-0)

Tourism Commission

The Tourism Commission will discuss updates regarding Tosa Restaurant Week and the Thomas Dambo Sculpture Installation. The body is considering a recommendation to reallocate 2024 budget surplus revenue to the sculpture project.

• Proposed reallocation of up to $68,000 from Tourism Capital Reserves to the Thomas Dambo Sculpture Installation project
• Tosa Restaurant Week update
• Update on Thomas Dambo Sculpture Installation progress
• Update on sculpture sponsorships

The Wauwatosa Tourism Commission approved reallocating up to $68,000 in 2024 budget surplus revenue from Tourism Capital Reserves to the Thomas Dambo Sculpture installation project. The commission also approved the minutes from the December 11, 2024 meeting and received updates on Tosa Restaurant Week, sculpture sponsorships, and the sculpture installation progress.

• Approved December 11, 2024 meeting minutes
• Approved reallocation of up to $68,000 from Tourism Capital Reserves to the Thomas Dambo Sculpture installation project

Youth Commission

The Youth Commission will meet to review reports from city departments and internal committees. The body will discuss unfinished business regarding a Battle of the Bands event and the School Resource Officer.

• Youth Event- Battle of the Bands
• Sub Committee for Battle of the Bands
• School Resource officer
• Sponsors for Youth Event
• Formation of the nominating committee

The Youth Commission approved $100 donations to both the East and West APPSE teams to support their travel to Nationals. Members also decided to postpone the Battle of the Bands event and approved up to $100 for gift card incentives to encourage participation in a new youth programming survey.

• Approved $100 donation to East APPSE team (unanimous)
• Approved $100 donation to West APPSE team (unanimous)
• Postponed Battle of the Bands event
• Approved up to $100 for survey participant gift cards (unanimous)

Community Affairs Committee

The Community Affairs Committee will consider final plans for a Planned Unit Development and a request for a new ordinance. The meeting includes a review of a multi-unit building proposal and a discussion on bird-friendly building requirements.

• Final plans for a multi-unit building at 11450 W. Burleigh Street/Foundry Way (25-0237)
• Proposed ordinance regarding bird-friendly buildings (25-0391)

The Community Affairs Committee recommended approval of final Planned Unit Development plans for a multi-unit building at 11450 W. Burleigh Street/Foundry Way. The committee also considered a request to create a bird-friendly building ordinance. After a motion to refer the bird-friendly ordinance to the Plan Commission failed, the committee voted 4-3 to receive and place the matter on file.

• Recommended approval of final PUD plans for multi-unit building at 11450 W. Burleigh St./Foundry Way (7-0)
• Failed motion to refer bird-friendly building ordinance to Plan Commission (3-4)
• Placed request for bird-friendly building ordinance on file (4-3)

Government Affairs Committee

The Government Affairs Committee will review a new alcohol license application and a state agreement for the Health Department. Members will also discuss a proposed financial disclosure report for city staff and future committee structures.

• Class B Beer and Class C Wine license application for The Local Makery at 2289 Ludington Ave
• 2025-2028 Memorandum of Agreement between the Health Department and the State of WI Department of Agriculture, Trade, and Protection
• Proposed resolution for a Confidential Financial Disclosure Report form, job aid, and policy
• Discussion on Council standing committee structure for 2026

The Government Affairs Committee recommended approval for a new liquor license and a state memorandum of agreement. A request for a new financial disclosure report was placed on file, and a discussion on committee structure was held.

• Recommended approval of Class B Beer and Class C Wine license for The Local Makery (8-0)
• Recommended approval of 2025-2028 Health Department MOA with State of WI DATCP (8-0)
• Placed request for Confidential Financial Disclosure Report on file (8-0)
• Held discussion on 2026 Council standing committee structure (8-0)

Transportation Affairs Committee

The Transportation Affairs Committee will review a request to restrict truck turns at a specific intersection. Members will also discuss the use of vehicle registration fee revenues for traffic and street maintenance programs.

• Request to prohibit trucks turning right from north leg of Glenview Place to west leg of Harwood Avenue
• Discussion on Neighborhood Traffic Management Program
• Discussion on Arterial Safety Management Program
• Discussion on Street Maintenance investments using vehicle registration fee revenues

The Transportation Affairs Committee recommended approval of a request to prohibit trucks from turning right from the north leg of Glenview Place to the west leg of Harwood Avenue. The committee also received an informational presentation regarding traffic management and street maintenance programs.

• Recommended approval to prohibit trucks turning right from north leg of Glenview Place to west leg of Harwood Avenue (6-0)

Financial Affairs Committee

The Financial Affairs Committee will consider several fund transfers for emergency fire equipment and sewer cleaning vehicles. The body will also review contracts for park management and a master planning agreement for the Milwaukee County Research Park.

• Intergovernmental Cooperation Agreement with City of Milwaukee Fire Department for equipment repairs
• Fund transfer for emergency tower ladder truck repair
• Fund transfer for a 2025 Vactor 2100i Combination Vacuum and Sewer Cleaning Truck
• Three-year contract with Pour Inc. for Muellner Building room rentals at Hart Park
• Term sheet with Mandel Company for Harlow and Hem Development at 7470 Blanchard Street

The committee recommended approval for various city projects, including fire equipment repairs, a new sewer cleaning truck, and a master planning agreement for the Milwaukee County Research Park. They also recommended a term sheet for the Harlow and Hem development after a closed session. A request regarding municipal cryptocurrency reserves was received and placed on file.

• Recommended Milwaukee Fire Department repair agreement (8-0)
• Recommended emergency fire truck repair fund transfer (8-0)
• Recommended purchase of 2025 Vactor sewer cleaning truck (8-0)
• Recommended Muellner Building rental management contract (7-0, 1 abstain)
• Recommended Firefly Grove Park sign and fund transfer (8-0)
• Recommended Milwaukee County Research Park master planning agreement (8-0)
• Cryptocurrency reserve resolution received and placed on file (5-3)
• Recommended Harlow and Hem development term sheet (6-2)

Plan Commission

The Plan Commission will meet to discuss a single new business item. The body is considering a Conditional Use Permit for site modifications and an expansion of a convenience store at an existing gas station.

• Conditional Use Permit for convenience store expansion at 10636 W. Blue Mound Road

The Plan Commission reviewed a request for a Conditional Use Permit to allow site modifications and a convenience store expansion at an existing gas station. The commission voted to recommend approval of the permit.

• Recommended approval for Conditional Use Permit at 10636 W. Blue Mound Road (5-0)

Community Development Authority

The Community Development Authority will consider a forgivable loan for a small business and a preliminary redevelopment concept. The body may enter a closed session to discuss the purchase of public properties or the investment of public funds.

• Forgivable loan for Little Geese Shop at 7601 Harwood Avenue
• Preliminary redevelopment concept for 7746 Menomonee River Parkway by Striegel Agacki Studio

The Community Development Authority approved a forgivable loan for a new children's clothing retail store and event space. The board also entered a closed session to discuss a potential redevelopment project.

• Approved $15,000 maximum reimbursement forgivable loan for Little Geese Shop (6-0)
• Approved motion to enter closed session regarding redevelopment of 7746 Menomonee River Parkway (6-0)
• Approved January 23, 2025 meeting minutes (6-0)

Library Board Policy Committee

The Library Board Policy Committee will meet to elect a committee chair and review several library policies. The meeting is scheduled for March 6, 2025.

• Committee chair election
• Code of conduct policy
• Safe child policy
• Donations policy
• Computer and Internet use policy

The committee approved updates to the code of conduct, safe child, donations, and computer and internet use policies. Monica Deluhery was elected as the committee chair.

• Approved May 7, 2024 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Elected Monica Deluhery as committee chair (3-0)
• Approved code of conduct policy (3-0)
• Approved safe child policy (3-0)
• Approved donations policy (3-0)
• Approved computer and internet use policy (3-0)

Design Review Board

The Design Review Board will meet to discuss three specific property requests. The agenda focuses on exterior remodels and the screening of rooftop units (RTU).

• RTU screening for KPot at 2635 N Mayfair Road
• Exterior remodel at 1851 Church Street
• RTU screening for Wing Stop at 6933 North Avenue

The Wauwatosa Design Review Board held both proposals presented at its March 6 meeting. The board delayed action on a rooftop unit screening proposal for KPot at 2635 N. Mayfair Road with direction to reduce screening to only new equipment. Members also held an exterior remodel proposal for 1851 Church Street pending design changes to the front columns, window proportions, and siding materials.

• Held rooftop unit screening review for KPot at 2635 N Mayfair Road
• Held exterior remodel proposal for 1851 Church Street

Sustainability Committee

The Sustainability Committee will discuss the planning and schedule for its annual report, with a target completion date of March 31. The body will also review 2025 goals and receive updates regarding the City Sustainability Manager and the Wauwatosa School District.

• Annual report planning and identification of missing 2024 information
• Discussion of 2025 goals
• City Sustainability Manager initial support
• Wauwatosa School District updates regarding Net Zero committee and green teams
• Housing Commission and Green Tier Legacy updates

The Wauwatosa Sustainability Committee approved its February 5, 2025, regular meeting minutes and reviewed various informational updates under new business. Items discussed included the upcoming start of the new City Sustainability Manager, school district updates, annual report planning, and 2025 goal reordering. No other substantive policy decisions were made.

• Approved February 5, 2025, regular meeting minutes (9-0)

Commission for Persons with Disabilities

The Commission for Persons with Disabilities will meet to review several updates and applications. The agenda includes discussions on city meeting accessibility and upcoming community events.

• Civic Celebration application for 2025
• Disability Advocacy Day - March 12, 2025
• Update on Tosa Comprehensive Plan
• Update on zoom options and e-comments at city meetings
• Tosa Schools Resource Fair - May 7, 2025

Government Affairs Committee

The Government Affairs Committee will meet to discuss a proposal from McMahon Associates, Inc. This proposal concerns a Shared Service Review for the Cities of Wauwatosa and West Allis.

• Proposal by McMahon Associates, Inc. for a Shared Service Review for the Cities of Wauwatosa and West Allis (25-0331)

The Government Affairs Committee reviewed a proposal from McMahon Associates, Inc. to conduct a Shared Service Review for the Cities of Wauwatosa and West Allis. The committee voted to recommend the proposal for approval.

• Recommended approval of McMahon Associates, Inc. Shared Service Review proposal (6-1)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will meet to review one new business item. The board is considering a request for a maximum lot coverage variance at a specific residential address.

• Maximum lot coverage variance request for 1292 N. 63rd Street (25-0177)

The Board of Zoning Appeals approved a request to exceed maximum lot coverage requirements to allow for an expanded garage with living space above. The board found that the unique lot shape and short driveway created a hardship regarding off-street parking.

• Approved maximum lot coverage variance for 1292 N. 63rd Street (4-0)

Civic Celebration Commission

The commission will review updates regarding Memorial Day, the parade, and the afternoon program. The body will also discuss a drone program and marketing for the commission.

• Memorial Day update
• Parade update
• Afternoon program update
• Drone program update and discussions
• Marketing the Civic Celebration Commission update

Common Council

The Common Council is notifying the public of an informal gathering to attend a community swearing-in ceremony and reception. No formal action will be taken by the Council at this event.

• Attendance at State Representative Angelito Tenorio's swearing-in ceremony

Youth Commission

The Youth Commission will meet to review reports from city departments and various committees. The body will discuss unfinished business regarding a Battle of the Bands event and a story book, as well as new business concerning event sponsors.

• Battle of the Bands youth event
• Sub Committee for Battle of the Bands
• Story Book
• School Resource officer
• Sponsors for Youth Event

The Youth Commission approved the minutes from their January 8, 2025, meeting. Members discussed ongoing planning for a potential Battle of the Bands event, noting that it may be canceled if three bands are not confirmed by the March 12 meeting. Additionally, the commission selected two books for future StoryBook walks.

• Approved January 8, 2025 meeting minutes (12-0)

Common Council

The Common Council will consider adopting the 2045 Comprehensive Plan and new regulations for tattoo and body art facilities. The body will also review several land use permits and contract awards for street and concrete repairs.

• Public hearing for convenience store expansion at 10636 W. Blue Mound Road
• Ordinance adopting the 2045 Comprehensive Plan
• Ordinance regulating Tattoo/Body Art Facilities
• Spending up to $15,000 for Muellner Building furnishings using Hart Park Senior Center funds
• Contracts for Spring/Summer 2025 emulsion, street patching, and concrete repairs

The Common Council adopted the Tosa Tomorrow 2045 Comprehensive Plan and created a new municipal code chapter to regulate tattoo and body art facilities. The council also approved several land use permits and a $2.32M advance payment for the Burleigh Triangle development.

• Adopted Tosa Tomorrow 2045 Comprehensive Plan (12-2)
• Created Chapter 8.16 to regulate Tattoo/Body Art Facilities (12-2)
• Amended code to allow tattooing and body art in commercial zones (12-2)
• Approved $2.32M advance payment to Burleigh 45 LLC for TID #7 (12-2)
• Approved PUD final plans for multi-unit residential 'Harlow & Hem' (10-4)
• Approved $15,000 for Hart Park Senior Center furnishings (14-0)
• Approved two-year Social Pinpoint contract for $13,319 total (14-0)
• Approved $158,300 final payment for Burleigh Water Tower project (14-0)

Financial Affairs Committee

The Financial Affairs Committee is holding a special meeting to discuss the transfer of funds between capital projects. This discussion focuses on securing funding for the Wisconsin Avenue Bridge project.

• Update on transferring funds between Capital Projects for the Wisconsin Avenue Bridge project (25-0327)

The committee held a special meeting to receive a presentation regarding the transfer of funds between capital projects for the Wisconsin Avenue Bridge. No formal votes were taken during the session. The item was presented for informational purposes only.

• Received update on Wisconsin Avenue Bridge project funding (Informational)

Board of Sign Appeals

The Board of Sign Appeals will review a variance request from Amazon. The company is seeking approval for a signage configuration that exceeds current city regulations.

• Variance request for Amazon at 11800 Burleigh for 4 wall signs, 1 freestanding sign, and 3 monument signs

The Board of Sign Appeals approved a variance request for Amazon at 11800 Burleigh. The request allows for a combination of 4 wall signs, 1 freestanding sign, and 3 monument signs, exceeding current regulations.

• Approved signage variance for Amazon at 11800 Burleigh

Design Review Board

The Design Review Board is meeting to review two returning items. The board will discuss exterior amenity space and a new multi-family development.

• 8220 Harwood (Harwood Place) exterior amenity space
• Foundry Way (Mayfair 2) new multi-family development

The Design Review Board approved an exterior amenity space project at 8220 Harwood. The board also granted conditional approval for a new multi-family development at Foundry Way, Mayfair 2, requiring the applicant to return for final review of site design and materials.

• Approved exterior amenity space at 8220 Harwood (8-0)
• Conditionally approved new multi-family project at Foundry Way, Mayfair 2 (8-0)

Library Board Finance Committee

The Library Board Finance Committee will meet to elect a committee chair and conduct a financial review of the 2024 Public library annual report.

• Election of committee chair
• Financial review of the 2024 Public library annual report

The committee elected a new chair and approved the minutes from the February 21, 2024 meeting. A financial review of the 2024 Public library annual report was presented for informational purposes.

• Approved minutes of the February 21, 2024 meeting (2-0)
• Elected Kathy Causier as Library Finance Board Chair (2-0)

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will review several requests for parking and screening exceptions. The body is also considering contract awards for street patching and concrete repairs, as well as a lease amendment for antenna space.

• Parking ratio exception request for 1155 N. Mayfair Road
• Rooftop equipment screening exception request for 756 N. 109th Street
• Parking lot exemptions and construction staging requests for 7474 Harwood Avenue
• Contracts for emulsion, street patching, and concrete repairs (2025-2027)
• Final payment for Burleigh Water Tower Rehabilitation (Contract 24-55)

The Board of Public Works approved multiple parking and equipment screening exceptions for local properties, including 1155 N. Mayfair Road and 7474 Harwood Avenue. The board also authorized construction staging for the Harwood Avenue site and recommended several contracts and lease amendments to the Common Council for final approval.

• Approved parking ratio exception at 1155 N. Mayfair Road (6-0)
• Approved rooftop equipment screening exception at 756 N. 109th St (6-0)
• Approved two parking lot exemptions for 7474 Harwood Avenue (6-0)
• Approved construction staging at 7474 Harwood Avenue with conditions (6-0)
• Approved HEAR Wisconsin mobile clinic parking at City Hall (6-0)
• Recommended approval of 2025 street repair and concrete contracts (6-0)
• Recommended approval of Crown Castle antenna lease amendment (6-0)
• Recommended approval of Burleigh Water Tower final payment (6-0)

Police and Fire Commission

The commission will receive operational and administrative updates from the Police and Fire Chiefs. The meeting includes a closed session to interview a firefighter candidate and review police department promotions.

• Police promotions for Lt. Katie Gierach, Sgt. Abby Pavlik, and Patrol Specialist Bryan Wade
• Interview of a candidate for a Firefighter position
• Update on the CERTUS organizational study
• Police Department 2025 Sergeant promotion process
• Police Department Change of Command updates

The commission approved the minutes from three previous meetings in January and February. The remainder of the meeting consisted of informational reports from the Fire and Police Chiefs and closed session discussions regarding personnel.

• Approved January 15, 2025 regular meeting minutes (3-0)
• Approved January 27, 2025 special meeting minutes (3-0)
• Approved February 4, 2025 special meeting minutes (3-0)

Library Board of Trustees

The Library Board of Trustees will receive an update on the City Hall/Library renovation project from the City Finance Director. The board will also review the 2024 annual report and financial statements.

• City Hall/Library renovation project update
• Ratification of monthly operating vouchers
• Review of 2024 Public library annual report
• Statement concerning public library system effectiveness

The Wauwatosa Library Board of Trustees approved the January 15, 2025 meeting minutes, monthly operating vouchers, and the 2024 public library annual report as amended. They also approved the statement concerning public library system effectiveness and heard administrative updates, including a report on the City Hall/Library renovation project.

• Approved January 15, 2025 meeting minutes (8-0)
• Ratified monthly operating vouchers (8-0)
• Approved 2024 Public library annual report as amended (8-0)
• Approved 2024 Public library annual report statement concerning public library system effectiveness (8-0)

Senior Commission

The Senior Commission will meet to receive a funding update and discuss the allocation of funds for Aging Advocacy Day 2025 and other proposals. The body will also discuss lock boxes and receive reports from city departments.

• Senior Commission Funding Update
• Funding discussion for Aging Advocacy Day 2025
• Lock Box Discussion
• Reports from Police, Health, and Housing departments

The Commission voted to sponsor Aging Advocacy Day 2025 at the $1,000 level. Members discussed potential future funding for senior support programs and reviewed updates regarding the Hart Park Senior Center and local health initiatives.

• Approved December 16, 2024 Minutes
• Approved $1,000 sponsorship for Aging Advocacy Day 2025 (unanimous)

Board of Building and Fire Code Appeals

The Board of Building and Fire Code Appeals will consider two variance requests regarding basement stair dimensions. Both requests involve existing stairs in homes built before 1980 that do not meet current Wisconsin Uniform Building Code requirements.

• 7905 Clarke Street: Request for 32” stair width (34” required) and 67” headroom (72” required)
• 2320 N 69th Street: Request for 24” stair width (34” required) and 9” riser height (8.25” max required)

The board reviewed two requests for building code variances regarding stair width and headroom for finished basements. Both requests were held without a final decision.

• Held variance request for 7905 Clarke Street regarding stair width and headroom
• Held variance request for 2320 N 69th Street regarding stair width and riser height

Equity and Inclusion Commission

The Equity and Inclusion Commission will meet virtually to discuss its organizational charge and areas of influence. The body will also review member recruitment and upcoming event reminders.

• Discussion of Commission charge and areas of influence
• Member recruitment reminder
• 2025 Black History Month event reminder
• 2025 Board meeting dates and speaker updates
• Common Council updates

Youth Commission

The meeting scheduled for February 12, 2025, was postponed. The agenda included discussions on a Battle of the Bands event and reports from city departments.

• Youth Event - Battle of the Bands
• Sponsors for Youth Event
• Story Book
• School Resource officer

Government Affairs Committee

The Government Affairs Committee will meet to discuss and consider the structure of Council standing committees starting in 2026.

• Discussion of future Council standing committee structure as of 2026 (Item 25-0103)

The committee discussed the future structure of Council standing committees starting in 2026. No final decision was made on the matter.

• Held item 25-0103 regarding 2026 Council standing committee structure for further discussion

Board of Health

The Board of Health will review departmental reports and a staff presentation on Hazard Vulnerability Assessment. The body is scheduled to decide on the approval of a medical advisor and discuss a support letter to end Wisconsin's tax on menstrual products.

• Approval of November 19, 2024 Minutes
• Staff presentation: Hazard Vulnerability Assessment
• Medical Advisor approval
• Discussion of letter to support ending State of Wisconsin tax on menstrual products

The Board of Health approved the appointment of Dr. Kevin Robertson as both a medical advisor and a board member. The board also approved an advocacy letter to the state legislature requesting the removal of taxes on menstrual products.

• Approved Dr. Kevin Robertson as Medical Advisor
• Approved Dr. Kevin Robertson as Board of Health member
• Approved advocacy letter to end Wisconsin's tax on menstrual products
• Approved November 19, 2024 meeting minutes

Community Affairs Committee

The Community Affairs Committee will consider several Planned Unit Development (PUD) requests and municipal code amendments. Discussions include design approvals for housing and the composition of the Historic Preservation Commission.

• Proposed regulation of Tattoo/Body Art Facilities (Sec. 8.16.010)
• PUD approval extension for multi-unit apartments at 74th Street and Wright Street
• Minor PUD amendment for a building addition at 8220 Harwood Avenue
• PUD final plans for 1330 Wauwatosa Avenue, 7463 Harwood Avenue, and 7460-7470 Blanchard Street
• Amendments to design approvals for new single and two-family housing

The Community Affairs Committee recommended approval for six items, including new regulations for tattoo facilities, changes to the Historic Preservation Commission, and several Planned Unit Development (PUD) projects. The committee also recommended approval for design requirement amendments for new single and two-family housing structures.

• Recommended creation of tattoo/body art facility regulations (4-1)
• Recommended amending Historic Preservation Commission composition (5-0)
• Recommended PUD extension for 74th & Wright until Jan 25, 2026 (5-0)
• Recommended minor PUD amendment for 8220 Harwood Avenue (5-0)
• Recommended PUD final plans for 1330 Wauwatosa Ave and related sites (4-1)
• Recommended design approval amendments for new housing structures (5-0)

Transportation Affairs Committee

The Transportation Affairs Committee will review requests for parking prohibitions on several city streets. The meeting also includes a presentation from the Engineering Division regarding railroad crossing updates.

• Request for no parking on Portland Avenue, Gridley Avenue, and Kavanaugh Place following a 90-day trial
• Request for a 60-day trial of parking prohibitions on the east side of 60th Street from Wisconsin Avenue to the South City Limit
• Engineering Division presentation on Railroad Crossing Updates

The committee recommended approval for a 60-day trial of parking prohibitions on 60th Street. A request for permanent no-parking zones near Glenview Avenue was held, and the committee received an informational update on railroad crossings.

• Recommended approval for 60-day parking prohibitions on east side of 60th Street from Wisconsin Avenue to South City Limit (6-0)
• Held request for no parking on Portland Avenue, Gridley Avenue, and Kavanaugh Place (25-0215)

Financial Affairs Committee

The Financial Affairs Committee will consider several funding requests and budget amendments. The meeting includes discussions on community engagement software and the use of restricted funds for senior center furnishings.

• Contract with Social Pinpoint for an online community engagement platform
• Use of Hart Park Senior Center restricted funds for Muellner Building furnishings up to $15,000
• 2024 Operating Budget carryovers
• Amendment to the Burleigh Triangle Phase 2 Term Sheet and TID #7 Budget Amendment
• Quarterly forecasting template presentation

The committee recommended approval for a community engagement platform contract, budget amendments for Burleigh Triangle Phase 2, and 2024 budget carryovers. It also recommended using restricted funds for Muellner Building furnishings. One item regarding a forecasting template was presented for information only.

• Recommended approval of two-year Social Pinpoint engagement platform contract (7-0)
• Recommended approval of Burleigh Triangle Phase 2 Term Sheet and TID #7 Budget Amendment (7-0)
• Recommended approval of up to $15,000 in restricted funds for Muellner Building furnishings (7-0)
• Recommended approval of 2024 Operating Budget carryovers (7-0)

Common Council

The Common Council is meeting to consider a resolution regarding street improvements. The primary item is a contract award recommended by the Board of Public Works.

• Contract 25-01 for Wisconsin Avenue and 70th Street Improvements to Globe Contractors, Inc. for $4,497,094.69

The Common Council approved a contract for infrastructure improvements at Wisconsin Avenue and 70th Street. The project includes sanitary sewer, water main, storm sewer, roadway, pedestrian facilities, street lighting, communications, and traffic signal work.

• Approved $4,497,094.69 contract for Wisconsin Avenue and 70th Street Improvements to Globe Contractors, Inc. (13-0)

Plan Commission

The Plan Commission will review a resolution to adopt the Tosa Tomorrow 2045 Comprehensive Plan. The body will also consider a land division, a conditional use permit, and a zoning text amendment.

• Resolution adopting the Tosa Tomorrow 2045 Comprehensive Plan
• Land Division via Certified Survey Map at 8100 W. Chestnut Street
• Conditional Use Permit for second-hand merchandise sales at 7601 Harwood Avenue
• Zoning Text Amendment to include tattoo/body art facilities as a Personal Improvement Service

The Wauwatosa Plan Commission recommended approval for a land division at 8100 W. Chestnut Street, a conditional use permit for second-hand sales at 7601 Harwood Avenue, and a zoning text amendment adding tattoo and body art facilities to the definition of a Personal Improvement Service. The commission also recommended adoption of the Tosa Tomorrow 2045 Comprehensive Plan.

• Recommended for approval: Land Division via Certified Survey Map at 8100 W. Chestnut Street (7-0)
• Recommended for approval: Conditional Use Permit for second-hand merchandise sales at 7601 Harwood Avenue (7-0)
• Recommended for approval: Zoning Text Amendment to Wauwatosa Municipal Code Chapter 24.08 regarding tattoo/body art facilities (7-0)
• Recommended for approval: Resolution adopting the Tosa Tomorrow 2045 Comprehensive Plan (7-0)

Board of Sign Appeals

The Board of Sign Appeals will consider a request from Amazon for four variances regarding signage at 11800 Burleigh. The proposal includes a total of eight signs, exceeding the current limit of four.

• Request for 4 wall signs, 1 freestanding sign, and 3 monument signs
• Proposed 212 square-foot wall sign (limit: 151 square-feet)
• Proposed 108 square-foot monument sign (limit: 100 square-feet)
• Proposed 33.3 square-foot freestanding sign (limit: 32 square-feet)

Design Review Board

The Design Review Board will review two specific property projects and hold a general discussion regarding the board's jurisdiction and roles.

• Foundry Way, Mayfair 2 - New Multi-Family (25-0171)
• 1851 Church Street - Exterior Remodel (25-0178)
• Discussion of Design Review Board jurisdiction and rolls (25-0235)

The Design Review Board met on February 6, 2025, to review two project applications. Both items were held for future consideration. The board also held a general discussion regarding its jurisdiction and roles.

• Held 25-0171: Foundry Way, Mayfair 2 - New Multi-Family
• Held 25-0178: 1851 Church Street - Exterior Remodel

Historic Preservation Commission

The commission will hold elections for Chairperson and Vice-chairperson. The body will also review a treasurer's report and discuss outreach and events.

• Election of Chairperson and Vice-chairperson
• Treasurer’s report
• Discussion on outreach with historic neighborhoods
• Schoonmaker Reef event discussion

The Commission approved the previous meeting minutes and voted to keep the current chairperson and vice chairperson for 2025. Members discussed potential outreach events and a symposium for property owners, but no final dates or plans were decided.

• Approved previous meeting minutes (7-0)
• Approved Jim Haertel as chairperson and Gene Guszkowski as vice chairperson for 2025 (7-0)

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will consider awarding a contract for street improvements and review plans for a project on Center Street. The board will also vote on the minutes from the January 22, 2025 meeting.

• Award of Contract 25-01 for Wisconsin Avenue & 70th Street Improvements to Globe Contractors Inc. for $4,497,094.69
• Approval of plans and specifications for Contract 25-08, 2025 Center Street Improvements from 113th Street to N. 118th Street

The Board recommended that the Common Council award a $4,497,094.69 contract for improvements at Wisconsin Avenue and 70th Street. Additionally, the Board approved the plans and specifications for the 2025 Center Street improvement project, which covers the area from 113th Street to 118th Street.

• Approved January 22, 2025 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Recommended $4,497,094.69 contract for Wisconsin Ave & 70th St (5-0)
• Approved plans for 2025 Center Street improvements (5-0)

Sustainability Committee

The Sustainability Committee will discuss the planning and schedule for its annual report, including energy, water, and recycling data. The body will also review 2025 goals and receive updates on the City Sustainability Manager position.

• Annual report planning using WE Energies and City data
• City Sustainability Manager position update
• Wauwatosa School District Net Zero committee and green team updates
• Establishment of 2025 Goals
• Focus on Energy follow-up

The committee approved the minutes from the January 8, 2025, meeting. The remainder of the meeting consisted of informational updates regarding staffing, annual report planning, and community outreach.

• Approved January 8, 2025, meeting minutes (6-0)

Commission for Persons with Disabilities

The Commission will meet virtually to receive updates on several city projects and school initiatives. The agenda focuses on progress reports rather than new legislative decisions.

• Update on Tosa Schools and the Tosa Schools Inclusion Fair
• Update on Health Dept. Isolation project
• Update on Tosa Comprehensive Plan
• Update on zoom options and e-comments at city meetings
• Update on Civic Celebration report

The Commission approved the use of Minuteman Press for the design and production of business cards and name badges. Most other agenda items were informational, including updates on school district ADA issues and the city's Comprehensive Plan.

• Approved minutes of January 8, 2025 meeting (6-0)
• Approved procurement of business cards and name badges via Minuteman Press (6-0)

Police and Fire Commission

The Commission will hold a special meeting to conduct interviews for firefighter positions and discuss a complaint against a Police Department member. The body may also reconvene in open session to certify an eligibility list.

• Interviews of candidates for Firefighter positions (24-1739)
• Discussion of complaint against a Police Department member (25-0167)
• Certification of eligibility list

The Commission met to conduct interviews for firefighter positions and discuss a complaint against a police department member in closed session. Following the closed session, the Commission returned to open session and unanimously approved the certification of the firefighter eligibility list.

• Convened into closed session for firefighter interviews (4-0)
• Convened into closed session regarding police department complaint (4-0)
• Certified firefighter eligibility list (4-0)