West Allis, WI

Common Council

Southwest Suburban Health Department

The Southwest Suburban Health Department is holding a special meeting to discuss and potentially approve several items: accepting a $10,000 grant from the Wisconsin DHS Environmental Public Health Tracking Program, creating a part-time position, and reviewing the 2027 budget. They will also discuss a legislative breakfast. Public comment is limited; attendees must be scheduled with the chair.

• Acceptance of $10,000 grant from WI DHS Environmental Public Health Tracking Program
• Creation of part-time position
• 2027 budget discussion
• Legislative breakfast discussion

Library Board

The West Allis Library Board will consider the 2027 proposed library operating budget and a recommendation to revoke a library patron's privileges. The board will also receive updates from the Milwaukee County Federated Library System (MCFLS) and review communications from two individuals. This is a regular working meeting with public comment available by prior arrangement.

• 2027 proposed library operating budget (item 26-0319)
• Recommendation to revoke library patron privileges (item 26-0360)
• MCFLS update (item 26-0358)
• Trustee Essentials Chapter 3 training document (item 26-0359)
• Communications from Brian Eichelberger and Clay (August 2026)

Plan Commission

The West Allis Plan Commission will review a concept for the next phase of the Allis Yards development by Cobalt Group within the 70th Street corridor. The body will also consider Conditional Use Permits and design reviews for three new businesses: Valenti's Mobile Auto Repair, Breezy's Playschool Academy, and Breezy's Play House Childcare Center. Additionally, the commission will review site and sign amendments for existing properties, including Masters Buildings Solutions, Resolve Care Center, Chicken House, Irving School, and Epikos Church.

• Concept review for next phase(s) of Allis Yards within 70th Street corridor by Cobalt Group
• Conditional Use Permit for Valenti's Mobile Auto Repair Inc. at 11016 W. Becher St.
• Conditional Use Permit for Breezy's Playschool Academy at 6018 W. National Ave.
• Conditional Use Permit for Breezy's Play House Childcare Center at 6022 W. National Ave.
• Sign Plan appeal for Carries Crispies at 8801 W. National Ave.

Fair Housing Board

The Fair Housing Board is meeting to approve prior minutes and conduct a hearing on a fair housing complaint filed by Dompke, under Section 6.035(15) of the West Allis Municipal Code. No other substantive action is listed on the agenda.

• Hearing on Dompke Fair Housing Complaint under Section 6.035(15) WAMC
• Approval of draft minutes from December 18, 2025
• Meeting held at City Hall Art Gallery, 7525 W. Greenfield Ave.

Commission on Aging

The West Allis Commission on Aging will hold a regular meeting to discuss 2027 Senior Center event planning, consider approving up to $150 per month for ongoing coffee and tea supplies at the Hospitality Desk, and receive reports from the ERAS Senior Network and Senior Center staff. Public comments require prior scheduling with the chair or staff contact.

• 2027 Senior Center Event Planning
• Approval of up to $150 per month for coffee and tea supplies at the Hospitality Desk
• Commission Report on community resources
• ERAS Senior Network Report
• Senior Center Staff Report

Capital Improvement Committee

The Capital Improvement Committee will review the progress of the 2026 Capital Improvement Program and discuss the proposed 2027-2031 Capital Improvement Program. The meeting is a working session; public comment requires prior scheduling with the chair.

• Approval of August 18, 2025 minutes
• 2026 Capital Improvement Program progress review
• 2027-2031 Capital Improvement Program discussion

Police and Fire Commission

The West Allis Police and Fire Commission will vote on the 2027 operating and capital budget requests for the police department. The body will also approve the end of probation for five police officers, placing them on the permanent roster effective September 2026. Additionally, the commission will review a Milwaukee County Data Sharing Agreement for the fire department and discuss the status of a fire merger.

• Approval of 2027 Operating and Capital Budget Requests for the Police Department
• Promotion of five officers (Anthony Barba, Jacob Bartaczewicz, Olivia Riley, Jesus Ocampo Orozco, Alexander Kassing) to permanent roster
• Approval of Milwaukee County Data Sharing Agreement for the Fire Department
• Discussion of Fire Merger Update
• Hiring of a fire recruit following closed session evaluation

Milwaukee Metro Fire Rescue Board of Directors

This is a regular meeting of the Milwaukee Metro Fire Rescue Board of Directors. The agenda contains only procedural boilerplate, including public comment rules, a possible quorum notice, and standard non-discrimination and accessibility statements. No specific action items, proposals, or discussion topics are listed.

• Public comment requires scheduling an appearance with the chair or staff contact
• Notice of possible quorum of other governmental bodies
• Non-discrimination statement
• Americans with Disabilities Act notice
• Limited English Proficiency statement

Milwaukee Metro Joint Fire Commission

This is a special meeting of the Milwaukee Metro Joint Fire Commission, held as a working session. The agenda contains only procedural notices and no listed action items, so the commission is not scheduled to make any decisions at this meeting.

• Special meeting of the Milwaukee Metro Joint Fire Commission
• Held at Wauwatosa Public Works Building - Warren Room
• Public comments require prior scheduling with the chair
• Notice of possible quorum of other governmental bodies

Community Development Authority

The Community Development Authority will vote on a resolution approving terms for a Tax Increment Financing loan of up to $1.5 million to Element 84, LLC for a project at 1482 S. 84th St. They will also discuss changes to the Family Self Sufficiency Program, redevelopment of Beloit Road Senior Housing, former Longfellow School, Allis-Yards Phase II, and CDA-owned parcels on W. Washington St. A report on redevelopment initiatives across multiple TIF districts will be presented. The committee may enter closed session to deliberate on public fund investments.

• Resolution to approve TIF loan terms to Element 84, LLC, not to exceed $1.5 million
• Discussion on recommended changes to Family Self Sufficiency Program
• Discussion on Beloit Road Senior Housing at 7205-7341 W. Beloit Rd.
• Discussion on former Longfellow School redevelopment at 2211 S. 60th St.
• Report on redevelopment initiatives including TIF districts 11-21 and other sites

The Community Development Authority approved a Tax Increment Financing loan not to exceed $1.5 million to Element 84, LLC for a project at 1482 S. 84th St. The vote was 6-0. Several other items were discussed but not voted on, including changes to the Family Self Sufficiency Program, Beloit Road Senior Housing, former Longfellow School redevelopment, Phase II of Allis-Yards, and CDA-owned parcels at 6545 and 6565 W. Washington St. (the latter in closed session). The meeting adjourned at 6:47 p.m.

• Approved $1.5M TIF loan to Element 84, LLC (6-0)
• Approved minutes of July 14, 2026 meeting
• Discussed Family Self Sufficiency Program changes (no action)
• Discussed Beloit Road Senior Housing (no action)
• Discussed Longfellow School redevelopment update (no action)
• Discussed Allis-Yards Phase II concept (no action)
• Discussed CDA-owned parcels at 6545/6565 W. Washington in closed session (no action)

Economic Development Loan Task Force

The Economic Development Loan Task Force will consider approving a $200,000 loan to Noble Catering MKE, LLC for the purchase of 1445 W. 113th St., funded through the Community Development Block Grant Program. The meeting also includes approval of draft minutes from June 15, 2026, and is held virtually. Public comments can be submitted by email before the meeting.

• Resolution 26-0371: $200,000 Economic Development Loan to Noble Catering MKE, LLC for 1445 W. 113th St.
• Approval of draft minutes from June 15, 2026 meeting (item 26-0369)
• Virtual meeting with public comment via email to economicdevelopment@westalliswi.gov

The Economic Development Loan Task Force approved a $200,000 loan to Noble Catering MKE, LLC for the purchase of 1445 W. 113th St., under the Community Development Block Grant Program. The motion was made by Ald. Weigel, seconded by Klare, and carried. The task force also approved the draft minutes from the June 15, 2026 meeting with a 4-0 vote, with City Administrator Hirn abstaining.

• Approved $200,000 Economic Development Loan to Noble Catering MKE, LLC for purchase of 1445 W. 113th St.
• Approved draft minutes of June 15, 2026 meeting (4-0, Hirn abstained)

Common Council

The West Allis Common Council will hold public hearings on a special event permit for Novak Manor, a conditional use permit for Living Hope Lutheran Church, and a rezoning along S. 65th St. The consent agenda includes numerous contracts and purchases, such as a $1.5 million TIF loan to Element 84 LLC, a $200,000 loan to Noble Catering MKE, and several equipment purchases. The council will also act on multiple claims and reports.

• Public hearing on rezoning and 2045 Comprehensive Plan amendment for properties along S. 65th St. (O-2026-0908)
• Resolution for $1.5M TIF loan to Element 84 LLC for property at 1482 S. 84th St. (R-2026-5580)
• Resolution for $200,000 Economic Development Loan to Noble Catering MKE, LLC for 1445 S. 113th St. (R-2026-5581)
• Contract awards: $379,503.40 for sewer reroute, $284,098 for pavement marking, $245,135 for snow blower, $261,711 for wheel loader, $334,489.20 for street sweeper
• Ordinance to establish two-hour parking restrictions near S. 64th St. and W. Mitchell St. (O-2026-0914)

Municipal Board of Canvassers

The Municipal Board of Canvassers will meet to process any eligible provisional ballots, reconcile voter lists, and certify the totals from the August 11, 2026 Partisan Primary Election. The board will also approve minutes from its April 13, 2026 meeting. This is a procedural election certification meeting.

• Process eligible provisional ballots per Wisconsin Statutes Section 6.97(4)
• Reconcile voter lists from polling places and absentee ballots
• Canvass and certify August 11, 2026 Partisan Primary Election totals
• Approve April 13, 2026 meeting minutes (item 26-0368)

Milwaukee Metro Joint Fire Commission

This is the regular meeting of the Milwaukee Metro Joint Fire Commission, held publicly in Wauwatosa. The agenda contains only procedural boilerplate—meeting logistics, public comment rules, and standard legal notices—with no specific decisions, proposals, or discussion items listed.

• Meeting held at Wauwatosa City Hall, 5:30 PM
• Public comments require scheduling with the chair or staff contact
• Notice of possible quorum of other governmental bodies
• Non-discrimination, ADA, and Limited English Proficiency statements included

West Allis Board of Absentee Ballot Canvassers

The West Allis Board of Absentee Ballot Canvassers will convene to count all absentee ballots received by 8 p.m. on election day, as required by state law. The board will also discuss drafting incident reports for any issues during counting. The meeting includes approval of minutes from April 7, 2026.

• Counting absentee ballots per Wis. Stat. 7.52
• Drafting incident reports for ward incidents
• Approval of April 7, 2026 minutes

Artscape Leadership Group

The Artscape Leadership Group will meet to discuss the 2026-2027 budget and projects. The group is also considering a resolution to purchase tourism signage.

• Resolution to approve purchase for Stallis Tourism Letters not to exceed $35,000
• Consideration of 2026-2027 projects and budget

The Artscape Leadership Group approved a resolution to purchase Stallis Tourism Letters for up to $35,000, subject to details on weight and installation specifications. The group also discussed 2026-2027 projects and budget, but no formal action was taken on that item. Minutes from the June 1, 2026 meeting were approved.

• Approved purchase of Stallis Tourism Letters, not to exceed $35,000, subject to weight and installation details (3-0)
• Approved minutes of June 1, 2026 meeting (3-0)

Common Council

This is a notice of an informal gathering of the West Allis Common Council for a Q3 Neighborhood Partnership Meeting. No formal action will be taken at this meeting. The agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and non-discrimination statements.

• Q3 Neighborhood Partnership Meeting at City Hall, 7525 W. Greenfield Ave., 6:00 PM on July 29, 2026

Milwaukee Metro Joint Fire Commission

The Milwaukee Metro Joint Fire Commission will hold a special working session at Wauwatosa City Hall. No public action or decisions are scheduled; the meeting is limited to committee members and invited participants. Public comment requires prior scheduling with the chair.

Southwest Suburban Health Department

The Southwest Suburban Health Department will meet to review the 2027 Health Department Budget and Board of Health Bylaws. The body will also discuss facility policies and receive updates on the Senior Center and legislative matters.

• 2027 Health Department Budget
• Board of Health Bylaws
• Facility No Trespass Policy
• Senior Center Update
• Legislative Update

Library Board

The Library Board will approve the June 24, 2026 meeting minutes and then vote on a motion to convene a closed session to discuss the Library Director’s performance evaluation. New business includes a recommendation to revoke a patron’s privileges, a request to post signs that the library grounds are closed nightly from 9:00 pm to 8:00 am, and a proposal to reorganize Librarian and Circulation Services Representative positions. The board will also receive an MCFLS update and elect officers.

• Approve Library Board minutes from June 24, 2026
• Vote to hold a closed session on the Library Director’s performance evaluation (Wis. Stat. §19.85(1)(c))
• Consider recommendation to revoke privileges of a library patron
• Consider request to post signs stating library grounds are closed nightly 9:00 pm‑8:00 am
• Consider internal reorganization of Librarian and Circulation Services Representative positions

Plan Commission

The West Allis Plan Commission will consider an ordinance to amend Section 19.01 of the Zoning Map and the 2045 Comprehensive Plan Future Land Use Map for properties along South 65th Street. The commission will also review site, landscaping, and architectural design proposals for Elliott Ace Hardware at 11003 W. Oklahoma Ave., Natty Oaks restaurant at 11505 W. National Ave., and a sign appeal for Spirit Halloween at 6731 W. Greenfield Ave. A project tracking item is also on the agenda.

• Ordinance to amend Section 19.01 zoning map and 2045 Comprehensive Plan for S. 65th St. (26-03402)
• Site, landscaping, and architectural design review for Elliott Ace Hardware, 11003 W. Oklahoma Ave. (26-03413)
• Site, landscaping, and architectural design review for Natty Oaks restaurant, 11505 W. National Ave. (26-03424)
• Sign appeal for Spirit Halloween, proposed General Retail use, 6731 W. Greenfield Ave. (26-03435)
• Project tracking item (26-03446)

The Plan Commission recommended the Common Council approve rezoning and map amendments for properties along S. 65th St. to allow for redevelopment. The commission also approved design reviews for Elliott Ace Hardware and Natty Oaks, and a sign appeal for Spirit Halloween.

• Recommended Common Council approval of rezoning and 2045 Comprehensive Plan map amendments for S. 65th St. properties
• Approved Site, Landscaping, and Architectural Design Review for Elliott Ace Hardware at 11003 W. Oklahoma Ave. with conditions
• Approved Site, Landscaping, and Architectural Design Review for Natty Oaks at 11505 W. National Ave. with conditions
• Approved signage plan appeal for Spirit Halloween at 6731 W. Greenfield Ave.
• Approved June 24, 2026 draft minutes

Common Council

The Common Council is considering several infrastructure contracts, grant acceptances, and the issuance of up to $10.5 million in promissory notes. The body will also review multiple property damage and assessment claims.

• Acceptance of a Wisconsin Department of Revenue innovation grant for up to $22,970,965
• Water main relay bid for S. 122nd St. from W. Washington St. to W. Schlinger Ave. for $422,840.50
• Design and construction staking for W. Burnham St. reconstruction not to exceed $260,000
• Issuance of General Obligation Promissory Notes, Series 2026A, not to exceed $10,555,000
• Ordinance to create a new city park at 6426 W. Greenfield Ave.

The Common Council approved a $10,555,000 general obligation promissory note issuance, created a new city park at 6426 W. Greenfield Ave., and made the 1400 block of S. 87th and S. 88th Streets one-way. The council also approved a consent agenda with numerous contracts and grants, and settled several claims in closed session.

• Approved $10,555,000 GO Promissory Notes, Series 2026A (9-0)
• Created new city park at 6426 W. Greenfield Ave. (9-0)
• Made 1400 block of S. 87th and S. 88th St. one-way (9-0)
• Approved $422,840.50 water main relay bid for S. 122nd St. (consent)
• Approved $260,000 design contract for W. Burnham St. reconstruction (consent)
• Approved $815,000 DOJ grant for dispatch consoles (consent)
• Approved $22,970,965 state innovation grant (consent)
• Denied bartender license for Kayla Jurkiewicz (9-0)

Resident Advisory Board

The Resident Advisory Board will review the 2027 Annual PHA Plan and the HUD-50075-ST document. The board will also discuss updates and comments regarding the Administrative Plan and PHA policy changes for 2027.

• Review of the 2027 Annual PHA Plan
• Review of 2027 PHA Annual Plan HUD-50075-ST
• Review of Administrative Plan updates and 01.01.2027 PHA policy changes

Police and Fire Commission

The West Allis Police and Fire Commission will consider three purchase requests for the police department: audiovisual upgrades for the training room, reconnaissance e‑bikes, and rifle plates for SWAT. The commission will also discuss initiating recruitment for new police officer positions. Additional agenda items include reports from the fire and rescue department, the police department, and financial updates.

• Introduction of new Police and Fire Commission (PFC) Commissioner
• Fire and Rescue Report
• Mobile Integrated Health (MIH) and EMS Report
• Purchase approval request: AV upgrades for department training room
• Purchase approval request: Recon E‑Bikes and SWAT Rifle Plates

The West Allis Police and Fire Commission approved four police department purchase requests and a recruitment initiative. The purchases include AV equipment for the training room, four Recon e-bikes, and 17 SWAT rifle plates, all funded by grants or the Federal Equitable Sharing account. The commission also approved initiating a police officer recruitment process and establishing an ongoing recruitment effort. All motions passed unanimously with 4-0 votes.

• Approved AV upgrade for police training room (4-0)
• Approved purchase of 4 Recon e-bikes (4-0)
• Approved purchase of 17 SWAT rifle plates (4-0)
• Approved initiating police officer recruitment and ongoing recruitment (4-0)
• Approved June 18, July 6, and July 7 meeting minutes with corrections (4-0)

Milwaukee Metro Fire Rescue Board of Directors

The Milwaukee Metro Fire Rescue Board of Directors is holding a regular meeting. The agenda contains only standard procedural notices and statements; no specific action items, proposals, or discussion topics are listed.

Public Beautification Committee

El Comité de Embellecimiento Público se reunirá brevemente en el Ayuntamiento y luego visitará las propiedades elegibles para evaluar los Premios de Embellecimiento 2026. No hay otros asuntos sustantivos en la agenda.

• Evaluación de propiedades elegibles para los Premios de Embellecimiento 2026 (artículo 26-03231)

Community Development Authority

The Community Development Authority will review a partial release of agreements for the SoNa Lofts II development and a contract amendment for financial consulting. The body will also discuss the future of Beloit Road Senior Apartments and provide updates on multiple TIF districts and redevelopment areas.

• Partial release of Makers Row Purchase and Sale, Development, and Development Finance Agreements for SoNa Lofts II
• Amendment of professional services contract with SB Friedman for up to $25,000
• Audit report for Beloit Road Senior Apartments, LLC from Baker Tilly US, LLP
• Discussion on the 102nd and National Avenue corridor and former Motor Castings redevelopment area
• Report on redevelopment initiatives across TIF Districts 11, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, and 20

The Community Development Authority approved a partial release of the Makers Row purchase and sale agreement, clarifying that the relevant parcel is now fully under SoNa Lofts II. The board also approved a $25,000 contract amendment with SB Friedman for real estate consulting. Discussions were held on the Beloit Road Senior Apartments audit and future, the 102nd and National Avenue corridor, the former Motor Castings site, and Element 84 flood damage, with some items further discussed in closed session.

• Approved partial release of Makers Row PSA/Development Agreement for SoNa Lofts II (6-0)
• Approved $25,000 contract amendment with SB Friedman for consulting (6-0)
• Approved May 18, 2026 draft minutes (unanimous)
• Discussed Beloit Road Senior Apartments audit and future, no action taken
• Discussed 102nd and National Avenue corridor, no action taken
• Discussed former Motor Castings redevelopment, no action taken
• Discussed Element 84 flood damage and TIF 11 loan request, no action taken

Police and Fire Commission

La Comisión de Policía y Bomberos llevará a cabo una reunión especial y una sesión cerrada para entrevistar a candidatos para puestos de bomberos. También considerarán la aprobación de una lista de elegibilidad, la contratación basada en dicha lista y la concesión de un aumento de escalafón para candidatos a bomberos laterales. La reunión está programada para el 7 de julio de 2026, en el West Allis Fire Department.

• Entrevistar candidatos para el puesto de Firefighter
• Solicitud para establecer la lista de elegibilidad del departamento de bomberos
• Solicitud para contratar de la lista de elegibilidad establecida
• Solicitud de aumento de escalafón de contratación para candidato(s) a bombero lateral

The commission interviewed five firefighter candidates in closed session. It approved establishing a fire department eligibility list, hiring from that list, and a step‑increase for lateral firefighter candidates. All three motions passed unanimously (4‑0). The meeting adjourned at 7:02 p.m.

• Approved fire department eligibility list (4‑0)
• Approved hiring from established eligibility list (4‑0)
• Approved step‑increase for lateral firefighter candidates (4‑0)
• Authorized closed session to interview firefighter candidates

Police and Fire Commission

Esta agenda es principalmente trámite procesal con una sesión cerrada especial para entrevistar a candidatos a bomberos. No se programan audiencias públicas, contratos ni votaciones de políticas.

• Sesión cerrada para entrevistar a candidatos para un puesto de bombero en el Departamento de Bomberos de West Allis

The West Allis Police and Fire Commission moved to a closed session at 5:03 pm and interviewed five firefighter candidates. After the interview, the commission reconvened in open session at 7:03 pm. The meeting was then adjourned at 7:14 pm. No vote counts were recorded.

• Motion to convene closed session for firefighter interviews approved
• Interviewed five firefighter candidates during closed session
• Motion to reconvene open session approved
• Motion to adjourn the meeting approved

Administrative Appeals Review Board

La Junta de Revisión de Apelaciones Administrativas está revisando dos apelaciones individuales contra órdenes de perros peligrosos. La junta puede entrar en sesión cerrada para deliberar sobre estos casos específicos antes de reunirse nuevamente en público.

• Apelación de la orden de perro peligroso para Bodie en 2160 S. 107th St.
• Apelación de la orden de perro peligroso para Arlo en 1654 S. 82nd St.
• Discusión sobre los procedimientos de la AARB