De Pere meeting summaries, agendas, and minutes

De Pere boards weigh health grant, tax rescission, and TIF boundary changes

De Pere officials this week considered a $3,580 state health grant, a property tax rescission for St. Norbert College, and an intergovernmental agreement for animal response services. Minutes from the week's meetings have not yet been published, so the outcomes of these decisions are not yet known.

Common Council (Aug. 18)

The Common Council met Aug. 18 and considered an ordinance amending multiple municipal code sections, an intergovernmental agreement with the Village of Howard for CART services, a grant modification for the DHS 2026 Consolidated Contract ($3,580), a resolution supporting sustainable state funding for local public health departments, and a resolution rescinding property tax on St. Norbert College Parcel WD-232 (414 Fourth Street). No vote tallies are available because minutes have not been published.

Board of Health (Aug. 10)

The Board of Health considered a $3,580 consolidated contract from the Wisconsin Division of Public Health, discussed the draft FY2027 health department budget, reviewed Q2 dashboard results and communicable disease reports, and considered a resolution from the Wisconsin Association of Local Health Departments and Boards.

Finance/Personnel Committee (Aug. 11)

The committee considered a tax refund for St. Norbert College for Parcel WD-232, amendments to Municipal Code Sections 8-17, 10-12, 82-4, and Chapters 106 and 114, reviewed the 2025 Annual Tax Increment District (TID) summaries, and an investments summary as of June 30, 2026.

Sustainability Commission (Aug. 11)

The commission discussed the De Pere Canopy Growth Plan and prioritized initiatives including Adopt-a-Drain, composting, pollinator gardens, and green energy. It also reviewed the June 20 Native Plant Give Away and July 13 Locktender Native Garden Open House.

Board of Park Commissioners (Aug. 20)

The board considered a proposed increase to Brown County boat launch fees, a low bid from Highway Landscapers for Wilson Park renovations, and a bid from Lunda Construction for the Voyageur Dock replacement project. It also received $750 donations from Ideal Air Heating & Cooling and CertaPro Painters of NEWI for beer gardens.

Police & Fire Commission (Aug. 20)

The commission considered candidates for firefighter and fire lieutenant positions, and the creation of a firefighter eligibility list. It may have entered closed session to discuss employment matters.

Coming up

• **Joint Review Board (East and West)** – Aug. 24: Review 2025 annual reports for TIF districts and hear overviews of boundary amendments for TID No. 17 (East) and TID No. 9 and 15 (West).
• **Redevelopment Authority** – Aug. 24: Consider a home improvement loan for 1305 Lost Dauphin.
• **Historic Preservation Commission** – Aug. 24: Review project statuses and possible attendance at the 2026 Local History & Historic Preservation Conference.
• **Plan Commission** – Aug. 24: Hold public hearings on boundary amendments for TIF Districts No. 9, 15, and 17, and discuss a 12-month moratorium on hyperscale data centers.
• **Youth Commission** – Aug. 26: Hear from Alderman Mike Eserkaln and plan Instagram content.

De Pere boards weighed $23M in borrowing, land divisions, and public safety hires in late July

De Pere's Common Council was scheduled to consider authorizing up to $23 million in general obligation promissory notes across three resolutions at its July 21 meeting, the largest financial item on any local board's agenda over the past two weeks. Because minutes have not yet been published for any of the recent meetings, this roundup reflects what each body was set to take up, not confirmed outcomes.

Common Council: borrowing, zoning, and a brewing application

The Common Council's July 21 agenda included resolutions authorizing General Obligation Promissory Notes of up to $11.8 million, $7.15 million, and $3.9 million. The council was also scheduled to act on Ordinance #26-14, which would amend the Official Street Map to add a future street in the 2100 block of Lost Dauphin Road North, and Ordinance #26-15, amending Chapter 14 of the Municipal Zoning Ordinance with June 2026 amendments.

Other items listed: approval of a Producer Full-Service Retail Sales Application for One Barrel Brewing Company at 303 Reid St., and approval of an internet service quotation from TDS Telecommunications, LLC for the 224 N. Wisconsin Parking Ramp.

License Committee: operator license denials and One Barrel Brewing

Also on July 21, the License Committee was set to hear requests from Sandra Rodriguez and Chelsea Cure to appear regarding the denial of their operator license applications. The committee also had the One Barrel Brewing Company retail sales application on its agenda for consideration and potential approval.

Police & Fire Commission: firefighter and battalion chief appointments

On July 23, the Police & Fire Commission was scheduled to discuss creation of a Firefighter Eligibility List and to consider confirmation of appointments to the positions of Firefighter and Battalion Chief.

Plan Commission: plats, floodplain rules, and a data-center moratorium discussion

The Plan Commission's July 27 agenda included a 1-lot extraterritorial certified survey map at 3260 Creekview Rd. in Glenmore and a 44-lot, 1-outlot extraterritorial final plat of Rock Ridge Estates at 2200 block Beck Way in Lawrence. The commission was also set to consider amendments to Municipal Code Chapter 16 (Floodplain Zoning Ordinance) and Chapter 14 regarding shipping container uses in Mixed-Use Districts. A discussion item on a moratorium for hyperscale data centers of up to 12 months was also listed.

Youth Commission: Instagram name vote and parks discussion

The Youth Commission met July 22, with City Manager Kim Flom listed as a guest speaker. Commissioners were set to review Leadership Workbook Chapter 2: Developing a Growth Mindset, vote on a new Youth Commission Instagram name, and hold a parks discussion.

Coming up

The Common Council meets Aug. 4 with several consequential items on the agenda, including:

• A public hearing on amending the 2010 Comprehensive Plan for properties at 2108 Lawrence Dr. and 1800 Southbridge Rd.
• Approval of $61,476 for turf installation at the Volunteer Park playground.
• Approval of $149,490.70 for arena flooring at the Ice Arena, including a $50,000 reserve allocation.
• A proposed denial of an $85,300 tile bid for the Carney Park playground, with a direction to rebid using turf or poured-in-place surfacing.
• Approval of the 44-lot Rock Ridge Estates subdivision at 2200 block Beck Way.

All recent meeting agendas listed above are agenda-only; minutes have not been published. Readers should consult the official De Pere meeting records for confirmed votes and outcomes.

De Pere boards weigh $23M in borrowing, land deals, and public safety appointments in busy mid-July stretch

De Pere's city boards and commissions convened across a packed two-week schedule, with agendas covering millions in proposed borrowing, a major business park expansion, public safety hires, and park improvements. Because minutes have not yet been published for any of these meetings, the items below reflect what each body was scheduled to consider — not confirmed outcomes. Residents should treat the linked agendas as authoritative.

Common Council: up to $23 million in borrowing on the table

The Common Council's July 21 agenda included resolutions authorizing the issuance of General Obligation Promissory Notes in three amounts: up to $11.8 million, $7.15 million, and $3.9 million. The council was also set to hold public hearings on Ordinance #26-14, which would amend the Official Street Map to add a future street at Lost Dauphin Road North in the 2100 block, and Ordinance #26-15, amending Chapter 14 of the Municipal Zoning Ordinance with June 2026 amendments. Other scheduled items included a Producer Full-Service Retail Sales Application for One Barrel Brewing Company at 303 Reid St. and an internet service quotation from TDS Telecommunications, LLC for the 224 N. Wisconsin Parking Ramp.

Finance/Personnel Committee: Machine Plus expansion agreement

The Finance/Personnel Committee on July 14 was slated to review a Sale and Development Agreement with Machine Plus for expansion at 2130 American Blvd in the West Business Park. The committee also had on its agenda the 2025 Management Letter and Financial Statements, a Parameters Resolution for 2026A G.O. promissory notes, an updated agreement for the Fox River Fire District, the TDS internet quotation for the 224 N. Wisconsin Parking Ramp, and an update on a compensation study.

Police & Fire Commission: firefighter and battalion chief appointments

The Police & Fire Commission on July 23 was scheduled to consider creating a Firefighter Eligibility List and to act on confirmations for a firefighter appointment and a battalion chief appointment.

Board of Park Commissioners: bids and a $3,000 donation

The Board of Park Commissioners on July 16 had bids for playground surfacing at Volunteer Park and Carney Park, plus an Ice Arena flooring bid, on its agenda. The board was also set to accept a $3,000 donation from Aurora BayCare Sports Medicine, review year-end financial statements for the De Pere Ice Center, and discuss beer garden revenue allocation.

Board of Public Works: infrastructure maintenance contracts

On July 13, the Board of Public Works was scheduled to consider a preventative maintenance contract for backup generators and the Merrill Street Well Station Inspection Project, along with a Nominal Payment Parcel Report for Project 4190-17-00.

License Committee: operator license denials and brewing sales

The License Committee on July 21 was set to hear requests from Sandra Rodriguez and Chelsea Cure to appear regarding the denial of their operator license applications, and to consider the One Barrel Brewing Company retail sales application also appearing before the Common Council.

Youth Commission: Instagram name and parks discussion

The Youth Commission on July 22 scheduled a vote on a new Instagram name, a parks discussion, a guest appearance by City Manager Kim Flom, and a review of Leadership Workbook Chapter 2: Developing a Growth Mindset.

Coming up

Plan Commission — Monday, July 27: The commission will consider a 1-lot certified survey map at 3260 Creekview Rd in Glenmore and a 44-lot, 1-outlot final plat of Rock Ridge Estates at the 2200 block of Beck Wy in Lawrence. Also on the agenda: amendments to floodplain zoning (Chapter 16), amendments regarding shipping container uses in Mixed-Use Districts (Chapter 14), and a discussion on a possible moratorium of up to 12 months on hyperscale data centers.

De Pere meetings: Council to weigh $23M in borrowing, Machine Plus expansion; recent outcomes pending

De Pere officials have a full slate of public business this week, headlined by a Common Council agenda that would authorize up to $23 million in general obligation promissory notes. Outcomes from the city's recent committee and board meetings are not yet confirmed, as minutes have not been published for any of the sessions held between July 7 and July 16.

What was scheduled July 7–16

Because minutes are not yet available for the five recent meetings, only the items listed on each agenda can be reported. Whether any were approved, amended, or tabled is not part of the public record at this time.

Common Council (July 7) — Agenda included development agreements for TPAMMT, LLC at 303 Reid Street and New Land Enterprises LLC at 100 S. Broadway; a utility easement for Wisconsin Public Service at the Ice Arena; a contract with GRAEF-USA for the Voyageur Park dock system; and liquor license recommendations for Nicolet Ale Works and renewals.

License Committee (July 7) — Considered a Class B Fermented Malt Beverage / Class C Wine license application for Nicolet Ale Works, LLC at 301 Main Av, plus Class A and Class B renewal applications for the July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2027 period.

Board of Public Works (July 13) — Considered preventative maintenance contracts for backup generators and the Merrill Street Well Station Inspection Project, and a Nominal Payment Parcel Report for Project 4190-17-00.

Finance/Personnel Committee (July 14) — Considered a sale and development agreement with Machine Plus for expansion at 2130 American Blvd in the West Business Park; a TDS Telecommunications, LLC quotation for internet service at the 224 N. Wisconsin Parking Ramp; an updated Fox River Fire District agreement; a parameters resolution for 2026A G.O. promissory notes; and a compensation study update.

Board of Park Commissioners (July 16) — Considered bids for Ice Arena flooring and playground surfacing at Volunteer and Carney Parks, a $3,000 donation from Aurora BayCare Sports Medicine, and a discussion of beer garden revenue allocation.

Coming up

Common Council — Tuesday, July 21. The largest-dollar items on the agenda are three resolutions authorizing General Obligation Promissory Notes of up to $11.8 million, $7.15 million, and $3.9 million. The council will also hold public hearings on Ordinance #26-14, amending the Official Street Map to add a future street at Lost Dauphin Road North in the 2100 block, and Ordinance #26-15, amending Chapter 14 of the Municipal Zoning Ordinance with June 2026 amendments. New business includes a Producer Full-Service Retail Sales Application for One Barrel Brewing Company at 303 Reid St. and the TDS internet service quotation for the 224 N. Wisconsin Parking Ramp.

License Committee — Tuesday, July 21. The committee will hear requests from Sandra Rodriguez and Chelsea Cure to appear regarding the denial of their operator license applications, and will consider the One Barrel Brewing Company retail sales application at 303 Reid Street.

Youth Commission — Wednesday, July 22. City Manager Kim Flom is scheduled as guest speaker. Commissioners will review Leadership Workbook Chapter 2 on developing a growth mindset, vote on a new Youth Commission Instagram name, and hold a parks discussion.

Residents who want to confirm what was actually decided at the July 7–16 meetings should watch for published minutes on the city's official meeting portal.