Waukesha meeting summaries, agendas, and minutes

Waukesha budget reviews fill October agendas, but most outcomes not yet recorded

Waukesha's proposed 2027 Executive Operating Budget moved through a series of committee agendas over the past two weeks, but as of Oct. 26 only one of the ten meetings in that stretch has published minutes, so most outcomes are not yet established.

The one recorded action came Oct. 13, when the Finance Committee approved the minutes of its Sept. 29, 2026, meeting on a unanimous vote. The committee also discussed the 2027 Executive Operating Budget for HR, Police, Fire and Library, with no action taken, according to the minutes.

Budget reviews across departments

Agendas show budget review continuing through several bodies. The Finance Committee was scheduled Oct. 15 to review the 2027 Executive Operating Budget for City Administration, the Mayor, Municipal Court, the Assessor and the Attorney, as well as Public Works divisions (Engineering, Streets, Solid Waste Parking, Clean Water Plant and Transit) and Parks, Recreation & Forestry.

The Parks, Recreation and Forestry Board was set Oct. 19 to discuss and potentially act on its department's proposed 2027 budget; any action would serve as a recommendation to the Finance Committee.

The Cemetery Commission's Oct. 12 agenda included a review and recommendation on the proposed 2027 Executive Operating Budget for the cemetery, along with a Cemetery Services Summary for January through August 2026 and a report from the President of the Friends of Prairie Home Cemetery on the Tombstone Trot.

The Waukesha Water Commission was scheduled Oct. 20 to discuss its 2027 operating budget and receive an update on the new Operations Center.

Water Utility building, fares and contracts at Council

The City Council's Oct. 20 agenda listed a closed session on proposals and negotiation strategies for the purchase of the Water Utility building. In open session, items included a proposed transit fare increase effective January 1, 2027; Contract Change Order No. 1 with LaLonde Contractors, Inc. for N. Moreland Blvd. and Michigan Ave. traffic signals; a contract with AECOM for RAISE Grant bike and pedestrian bridges over USH18/STH59 and USH18/STH59/STH164; an ordinance amending Section 6.17 of the Municipal Code on street closure permit approvals; and a FEMA BRIC grant agreement for Area 10 Floodplain Storage and Storm Sewer Improvements Design.

Water Commission items

The Water Commission agenda also listed Change Order #1 for $28,509.20 with Midwest Well Services for abandonment of Wells No. 5 and 6, approval of September voucher payments from the General Fund and Improvement Fund, approval of Two Men and a Truck for an office move to the Operations Center, and a closed session regarding S.J. Louis Construction v. City of Waukesha.

Land use, licenses and public works

The Board of Zoning Appeals was scheduled Oct. 12 to hear Christopher Strike's request for a dimensional variance at 1730 Hunter Rd to allow a shed in the street side yard.

The Ordinance & License Committee's Oct. 12 agenda included the proposed Section 6.17 amendment, a Private Alarm System License application for ADT LLC, an Amusement Devices license application for Waxed Vinyl Music Lounge, and bartender applications for Mason Thomas Maxwell and Willis Theodore Yets.

The Board of Public Works was set Oct. 22 to review bids received Oct. 9 for City Hall Monument Sign Rehabilitation, along with approval of payments and minutes from the Oct. 8 meeting.

Coming up

• **Oct. 27 — Finance Committee:** possible action to adopt the 2027 Operating Budget, a TIF assistance term sheet for an 84-unit residential development at Les Paul Parkway and Genesee Road, and a proposed agreement with the Minnesota Cooperative Purchasing Venture.
• **Oct. 28 — Plan Commission:** rezoning of 6.7 acres at Elkhart Drive (Pvt) from T-1 Temporary District to RN-4 Residential Neighborhood District 4; a land use plan amendment for 222 Maple Avenue from Civic and Institutional (CIV) to Residential Flexible (RF); and a minor site plan and architectural review for Winterberry Reserve Phase 2 on Cranberry Circle.
• **Nov. 2 — Traffic and Parking Regulations Committee:** meeting cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for Nov. 30, 2026.

Waukesha Finance Committee reviews 2027 budget; transit fare increase and Big Bend Rd. property on deck

Only one Waukesha meeting held in the past two weeks has published minutes, and it produced no formal budget decisions. The Finance Committee on Oct. 13 reviewed the 2027 Executive Operating Budget for several departments, including HR, Police, Fire and Library, and took no action on those items, according to the minutes. The committee did approve the minutes of its Sept. 29, 2026 meeting, unanimously.

Every other meeting in the period is represented in the record by an agenda only. Minutes have not been published, so no outcomes are reported here for those bodies.

2027 budget reviews move through committees

The Finance Committee's Oct. 15 agenda scheduled review of the 2027 Executive Operating Budget for City Administration, the Mayor's office, Municipal Court, the Assessor and the Attorney, as well as Public Works (Engineering, Streets, Solid Waste Parking, Clean Water Plant and Transit) and Parks, Recreation & Forestry.

The Cemetery Commission met Oct. 12 to review and make recommendations on the proposed 2027 Executive Operating Budget for the cemetery, and to receive a Cemetery Services Summary for January through August 2026.

Transit fare increase proposed for Jan. 1, 2027

The Transit Commission's Oct. 8 agenda included a public hearing on a proposed fare increase effective Jan. 1, 2027, followed by discussion and a recommendation to the Council on the increase, including "Resolution - Approval of Fare Tariff no 28." The commission was also scheduled to recommend on proposed bus stop changes (October 2026) and to hear a communications item on a Transit Structure Study. The Council's Oct. 20 agenda lists the proposed transit fare increase.

Council: Big Bend Rd. property, contracts, grants

The City Council's Oct. 6 agenda included a closed session under Wis. Stat. §19.85(1)(e) on the sale of City-owned property, taxkey WAKT13899900 on Big Bend Rd., with possible action after reconvening in open session.

Consent agenda items included a 2-lot Certified Survey Map on about 0.61 acres on Big Bend Rd. from Belman Homes Inc. for Operation Finally Home home sites (PC26-0089), and a final site plan for a 46,797 sq. ft. addition (phase 1) and a 4,000 sq. ft. storage building (phase 2) at 818 Progress Avenue for H. O. Bostrom (PC26-0063). Finance Committee items listed an EMS balance billing policy and a resolution setting 2027 fees for residential garbage and recyclables collection. New business included a contract for use of the Police Range Facility by the Waukesha Sheriff Dept and other outside agencies, and a resolution authorizing application for a WEDC Small Business Development Grant.

Public works: treatment plant, bridges, signals

The Board of Public Works' Oct. 8 agenda listed a contract change order with LaLonde Contractors, Inc. for N. Moreland Blvd. and Michigan Ave. traffic signal improvements; a settlement agreement regarding Sand Filter No. 8 at the Clean Water Plant; Change Order No. 3 with J. F. Ahern, Co. for the Clean Water Plant; a contract with AECOM for planning and design of RAISE Grant bike and pedestrian bridges over USH18/STH59 and USH18/STH59/STH164; and a BRIC grant agreement with the Wisconsin Division of Emergency Management for Area 10 Floodplain Storage and Storm Sewer Improvements Design. Dollar amounts for these contracts and change orders are not stated in the agenda text.

Landmarks, zoning and licenses

The Landmarks Commission's Oct. 7 agenda listed Certificates of Appropriateness for 323 McCall St. (gutters and downspouts), 250 W. Broadway (door hinges and glass) and 134 W. Laflin Ave. (basement windows), plus Paint and Repair Grant funds. The Board of Zoning Appeals was scheduled Oct. 12 to hear Christopher Strike's request for a dimensional variance at 1730 Hunter Rd to allow a shed in the street side yard. The Ordinance & License Committee was to review a proposed ordinance amending Section 6.17 on street closure permit approvals, along with license applications.

The Traffic and Parking Regulations Committee's Oct. 5 agenda included a no-parking zone on the north side of Dopp Street from South Moreland Boulevard to 100 feet east (ID#26-03965, sponsor Camacho), tabled July 6 and held Aug. 31, and a speed study request on River Valley Road from USH 18 to CTH H (ID#26-03969, sponsor Matthews), held Aug. 31.

Coming up

• **Oct. 19 — Parks, Recreation and Forestry Board:** proposed 2027 Executive Operating Budget; any action serves as a recommendation to the Finance Committee.
• **Oct. 20 — City Council:** closed session on proposals and negotiation strategies for purchase of the Water Utility building; transit fare increase; LaLonde change order; AECOM bridge contract; Section 6.17 ordinance; FEMA BRIC grant agreement.
• **Oct. 20 — Water Commission:** 2027 operating budget; Operations Center update; Change Order #1 for $28,509.20 with Midwest Well Services for abandonment of Wells No. 5 and 6; September vouchers; closed session on S.J. Louis Construction v. City of Waukesha.
• **Oct. 22 — Board of Public Works:** bids received Oct. 9, 2026, for City Hall Monument Sign Rehabilitation.

Waukesha agendas: Big Bend Rd. land sale, 2027 garbage fees and a transit fare increase

Waukesha's City Council, committees and commissions were scheduled to take up city-owned land, utility fees, transit fares and development plans over the past two weeks. As of Oct. 13, minutes for those meetings had not been published, so no decisions, vote tallies or contract dollar amounts are confirmed here. What follows is what the agendas listed.

City Council: closed session on Big Bend Rd. property

The Council met Oct. 6 at City Hall, 201 Delafield Street. It was scheduled to hold a closed session under Wis. Stat. §19.85(1)(e) to discuss the sale of City-owned property at taxkey WAKT13899900 on Big Bend Rd., then reconvene in open session for possible action.

The consent agenda listed a 2-lot Certified Survey Map on about 0.61 acres on Big Bend Rd. from Belman Homes Inc. for Operation Finally Home home sites (PC26-0089), and a final site plan for a 46,797 sq. ft. addition (phase 1) and a 4,000 sq. ft. storage building (phase 2) at 818 Progress Avenue, H. O. Bostrom (PC26-0063). New business included a contract for use of the Police Range Facility by the Waukesha Sheriff Dept and other outside agencies, and a resolution authorizing an application for a WEDC Small Business Development Grant.

Finance Committee: EMS billing and 2027 garbage fees

On Sept. 29 the Finance Committee was scheduled to review and possibly act on an EMS balance billing policy (ID#26-04332) and a Resolution Setting 2027 Fees for Residential Garbage and Recyclables Collection Services (ID#26-04346). The agenda also allowed consideration of 2027 Operating or Capital Budget items not specifically listed. No fee amounts appear in the agenda text.

Transit: proposed fare increase effective Jan. 1, 2027

The Transit Commission met Oct. 8. Its agenda listed a public hearing on a proposed fare increase effective January 1, 2027, followed by discussion and a recommendation to the Council on that increase, including Resolution - Approval of Fare Tariff no 28. It also listed proposed bus stop changes (October 2026) and a communications item on a Transit Structure Study. No fare amounts were stated.

Public works: plant, signals and bridges

The Board of Public Works met Oct. 8 and was scheduled to review items it may recommend to the Council: a contract change order with LaLonde Contractors, Inc. for the N. Moreland Blvd. and Michigan Ave. traffic signal improvement project; a settlement agreement and release regarding Sand Filter No. 8 at the Clean Water Plant; Change Order No. 3 with J. F. Ahern, Co. for the Clean Water Plant; a contract with AECOM for planning and design of RAISE Grant bike and pedestrian bridges over USH18/STH59 and USH18/STH59/STH164; and a BRIC grant agreement with the Wisconsin Division of Emergency Management for Area 10 Floodplain Storage and Storm Sewer Improvements Design. Dollar amounts were not stated.

Traffic, zoning and licensing

The Traffic and Parking Regulations Committee met Oct. 5 on a proposed no-parking zone on the north side of Dopp Street from South Moreland Boulevard to 100 feet east (ID#26-03965, sponsor Camacho) — tabled July 6 and held Aug. 31 — and a requested speed study on River Valley Road from USH 18 (Les Paul Parkway) to CTH H (River Road) (ID#26-03969, sponsor Matthews), held Aug. 31. A Traffic Study Review Form for alders referring traffic studies (ID#26-04222) was also listed.

The Board of Zoning Appeals met Oct. 12 on an appeal by Christopher Strike for a dimensional variance at 1730 Hunter Rd to allow a shed in the street side yard. The Ordinance & License Committee met the same day on a proposed ordinance amending Section 6.17 on street closure permit approvals, an ADT LLC private alarm license, an amusement devices license for Waxed Vinyl Music Lounge, and bartender applications for Mason Thomas Maxwell and Willis Theodore Yets.

Landmarks, library and cemetery

The Landmarks Commission met Oct. 7 on three Certificates of Appropriateness: gutters and downspouts at 323 McCall St., door hinges and glass at 250 W. Broadway, and basement windows at 134 W. Laflin Ave. Paint and Repair Grant funds were also listed.

The Library Board met Oct. 8 on a feasibility study and its RFP, a 2027 budget update and a children's expansion progress report; the Library Human Resources Committee reviewed the 2026 Library Director Evaluation. The Cemetery Commission met Oct. 12 on the proposed 2027 Executive Operating Budget for the cemetery, a services summary for January through August 2026, and a report on the Tombstone Trot.

Coming up

• **Oct. 13 — Finance Committee:** review of the 2027 Executive Operating Budget for HR, Clerk, Com. Dev., IT, Police, Fire, Library, Cemetery, Debt Service, and Health.
• **Oct. 13 — Waukesha Intergovernmental Health Group Advisory Council:** approval of April 30, 2026 minutes and a clinic mid-year utilization review.

Waukesha council to weigh $2.08M pump station contract, zoning changes

Waukesha officials have a busy month ahead, with the City Council set to consider a $2.08 million pump station replacement contract, several zoning changes, and the selection of an engineer for new bike and pedestrian bridges. While minutes from recent meetings have not yet been published, agendas show a range of decisions pending on infrastructure, housing, and public works projects.

City Council

The City Council met Aug. 4 with a lengthy agenda that included:

• Rezoning 0.61 acres at 600 Maple Ave. from Rm-3 to Rm-3 PUD for a 10-unit residential building.
• Declaring a 1.986-acre Water Utility parcel at Big Bend Road surplus for potential sale.
• Updating the plumbing code with amendments to sections 16.031, 19.12, and 19.17.
• Awarding a $2,081,600 contract to Mid City Corporation for the Ruben Drive Pump Station replacement.
• Approving a Two-Party State Municipal Agreement for LRIP reconstruction of E. North Street, St. Paul Avenue, and W. Moreland Boulevard.

The council also attended the Celebrate Waukesha Breakfast that day, with a possible quorum present.

On Aug. 18, the council will consider consent agenda items including selecting an engineering consultant for RAISE grant bike and pedestrian bridges over USH18/STH59 and USH18/STH59/STH164, and an intermunicipal agreement with the Town of Brookfield and City of Brookfield for the Davidson Rd. project. New business includes revisions to the Municipal Court Bond Schedule, six property damage claims (Peterson, Michlig, Rempe, Paddock, Ward), and an ordinance update on snow and ice removal from sidewalks, curb ramps, bus pads, and fire hydrants.

Other recent meetings

Several boards and committees met in early August, all with agendas but no published minutes yet.

• **Building and Grounds** cancelled its Aug. 3 meeting; the next is Aug. 31.
• **Public Art Committee** (Aug. 4) reviewed final artist selection for the Thomas Press building on Freidman alley and discussed an additional mural.
• **Landmarks Commission** (Aug. 5) reviewed certificates of appropriateness for roof and siding repairs at 517 Madison St., 124 Windsor Dr., and 818 N. East Ave., a paint and repair grant for 218 N. Charles St., and discussed mitigation options for the Water Utility building demolition at 445 W. Newhall Ave.
• **Board of Public Works** (Aug. 6) discussed a library revolving door replacement rebid and an engineering consultant recommendation for the RAISE grant bridges.
• **Ordinance & License Committee** (Aug. 10) reviewed snow and ice removal code updates, a polling place for the Nov. 17, 2026 primary and Dec. 15, 2026 special election, and a temporary beer permit for Fiesta Del Rio on Sept. 6 at Frame Park Amphitheater.
• **Board of Zoning Appeals** (Aug. 10) discussed impacts of the new Zoning Code.
• **Cemetery Commission** (Aug. 10) reviewed a boulevard cremation garden concept plan and 2027-2031 CIP budget requests.
• **Library Board** and its **Human Resources Committee** (both Aug. 13) reviewed the 2027 operating budget (no personnel) and HR policies on telecommuting, AI use, vacation leave, and volunteer time off.

Upcoming meetings

• **Redevelopment Authority** (Aug. 17) will discuss loan program updates, elect a chair and vice-chair, and hold a discussion-only consultation on the Affordable Housing Development Fund for the Niagara Street Apartments at 918 Niagara St. It will also discuss a proposed update to the 2012 Central City Master Plan.
• **City Council** (Aug. 18) as noted above.
• **Board of Public Works** (Aug. 20) will consider a resolution to prepare plans for City Hall monument sign rehabilitation, review bids for the library revolving door replacement and pond rehabilitation projects, discuss a stormwater vegetation management contract, and consider a change order for the Horeb Springs retaining wall project.

Coming up

Residents may want to attend the Aug. 18 City Council meeting for the bridge engineer selection and snow removal ordinance, or the Aug. 20 Board of Public Works meeting for the monument sign and pond projects. The Redevelopment Authority meets Aug. 17 to discuss the affordable housing fund and Central City Master Plan.

Waukesha City Council agenda includes $2.08M pump station contract; decisions pending

The Waukesha City Council’s Aug. 4 agenda included a $2.08 million pump station replacement contract, several zoning changes, and a land surplus declaration. Official minutes have not yet been published, so no decisions are confirmed. The meeting also covered a plumbing code update and a state road agreement.

City Council

According to the agenda, the council was set to consider:

• Rezoning 0.61 acres at 600 Maple Ave. from Rm-3 to Rm-3 PUD for a 10-unit residential building.
• Declaring a 1.986-acre Water Utility parcel at Big Bend Road surplus for potential sale.
• Updating the plumbing code with amendments to sections 16.031, 19.12, and 19.17.
• Awarding a $2,081,600 contract to Mid City Corporation for the Ruben Drive Pump Station replacement.
• Approving a Two-Party State Municipal Agreement for LRIP reconstruction of E. North Street, St. Paul Avenue, and W. Moreland Boulevard.

Other recent meetings

Building and Grounds Committee – The Aug. 3 meeting was cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for Aug. 31.

Public Art Committee – On Aug. 4, the committee was scheduled to review and potentially act on the final artist selection for the Thomas Press building on Freidman alley, and discuss an additional mural in the alley.

Landmarks Commission – On Aug. 5, the commission was set to decide on paint and repair grants and review certificates of appropriateness for:

• 517 Madison St. (roof replacement, Madison Street Historic District)
• 218 N. Charles St. (siding repainting, McCall Street Historic District)
• 124 Windsor Dr. (siding repair and repainting, Caples Park Historic District)
• 818 N. East Ave. (siding and window repairs, St. Joseph’s Church)

The commission also planned to discuss mitigation options for a potential demolition of the Water Utility building at 445 W. Newhall Ave.

Board of Public Works – On Aug. 6, the board was scheduled to receive bids for the Waukesha Public Library revolving door replacement and discuss a recommendation to the Common Council on selecting an engineering consultant for RAISE grant–funded bike and pedestrian bridges over USH18/STH59 and USH18/STH59/STH164.

Coming up

The Ordinance & License Committee meets Aug. 10. The agenda includes:

• Review of possible updates to Municipal Code 6.12 on snow and ice removal from sidewalks, curb ramps, bus pads, and fire hydrants.
• Review and recommendation on an ordinance determining the polling place for the Nov. 17, 2026 primary and Dec. 15, 2026 special election.
• Review and recommendation on a temporary beer permit for Fiesta Del Rio on Sept. 6, 2026, from 12 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Frame Park Amphitheater, 701 E. Moreland Blvd.
• Approval of draft minutes from June 22 and July 13, plus routine license applications.

All meeting agendas and minutes are available through the city’s official channels.

Waukesha boards weigh street contracts, land items, and development proposals; outcomes pending

Waukesha's City Council and advisory boards considered several major infrastructure contracts and land-use items at meetings July 20–23, but minutes have not yet been published, so final outcomes are not confirmed. The largest dollar item on any agenda was a proposed $1,418,655.50 contract with Musson Bros., Inc. for street improvements on Luke Avenue, Born Place, and Walton Avenue, listed on the July 21 City Council agenda.

City Council — July 21

The Council agenda included two infrastructure contracts: the $1,418,655.50 Musson Bros. street improvement proposal and a proposed $112,800.00 contract with Bluemel's Maintenance Service, Inc. for the Greenway Terrace Playground surface. The Council also was scheduled to review proposed revisions to HR policies on Telecommuting, Vacation Leave, and a Volunteer Time Off Program; a proposed amendment to Municipal Code 9.115 to allow licensed premises extensions onto Municipal Lot 13; and a Developer's Agreement with Skyline Waukesha, LLC for Phase Two of the Skyline subdivision. A separate July 21 agenda listed a Clean Water Plant tour with a possible quorum of council members and no other items.

Plan Commission — July 22

The Commission was set to review final plans for a 64,000 sq. ft. STOR-IT Right self-storage facility at Dolphin Drive and Coral Drive, and a consultation for a proposed multi-family residential development at 918 Niagara St. Other items included a proposal to declare 1.986 acres of city-owned land along Big Bend Road as surplus, a final site plan for exterior and landscaping improvements at 222 W St Paul Avenue, and proposed updates to the Plumbing Code regarding commercial construction plan review.

Board of Public Works — July 23

The Board agenda covered reconstruction and resurfacing of E. North Street, St. Paul Avenue, and W. Moreland Boulevard, plus bids for the Ruben Drive Pump Station replacement. The Board also was scheduled to review updates to Municipal Code 6.12 on snow and ice removal from sidewalks and hydrants, a proposed amendment to Municipal Code Chapter 29 for one-time sewer credits, and an informational tour of the Waukesha Metro Transit Facility Bus Wash at 2311 Badger Drive.

Transit Commission — July 23

The Commission agenda included approval of June 18 minutes, a review and recommendation on the 2026 Mass Transit Operating Aid Agreement with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation, and a 2026 mid-year ridership summary presentation.

Parks, Recreation and Forestry Board — July 20

The Board was scheduled to review and possibly adopt the proposed 2026 Fall Season Recreation Program Fees/Charges Schedule (ID#26-04070), approve draft minutes from May 18, 2026 (ID#26-04069), and hear reports from the board president and staff. Public comment was limited to three minutes per speaker.

All six recent meetings are listed as agenda-only; minutes have not yet been published, so no vote tallies or final actions are available.

Coming Up

• **Aug. 3 — Building and Grounds Committee:** Meeting cancelled. Next meeting scheduled for Aug. 31.
• **Aug. 4 — City Council:** Scheduled votes include rezoning 0.61 acres at 600 Maple Ave from Rm-3 to Rm-3 PUD for a 10-unit residential building; declaring a 1.986-acre Water Utility parcel at Big Bend Road surplus; plumbing code amendments to sections 16.031, 19.12, and 19.17; awarding a $2,081,600 contract to Mid City Corporation for the Ruben Drive Pump Station replacement; and approving a Two-Party State Municipal Agreement for LRIP reconstruction of E. North Street, St. Paul Avenue, and W. Moreland Boulevard.
• **Aug. 4 — Public Art Committee:** Final artist selection for the Thomas Press building on Freidman alley and possible action on an additional mural in Freidman alley.
• **Aug. 4 — City Council:** Celebrate Waukesha Breakfast, with a possible quorum.
• **Aug. 5 — Landmarks Commission:** Certificates of appropriateness for 517 Madison St. (roof replacement), 124 Windsor Dr. (siding repair and repainting), and 818 N. East Ave. (siding and window repairs); a paint and repair grant for 218 N. Charles St. siding repainting; and discussion of mitigation options for demolition of the Water Utility building at 445 W. Newhall Ave.
• **Aug. 6 — Board of Public Works:** Library revolving door replacement rebid and engineering consultant selection for RAISE grant-funded bike-pedestrian bridges over USH18/STH59 and USH18/STH59/STH164.

Waukesha meeting roundup: Street contracts, zoning rewrite on deck as minutes lag

Recent Waukesha committee and board meetings covered zoning, water infrastructure, and traffic safety, but minutes have not yet been published for any of them, so no outcomes are confirmed. The most consequential item ahead is a proposed $1,418,655.50 street improvement contract for Luke Avenue, Born Place, and Walton Avenue, scheduled for City Council review on July 21.

City Council (July 7)

The Council's agenda included a comprehensive rewrite of Chapter 22 (Zoning) and Chapter 27 (Signs), a settlement discussion for SBV Fox River LLC v. City of Waukesha, a budget amendment for City Hall Security Improvements, a change order for the 2027 Bus Purchase from Gillig, LLC, a contract change order for Frame Park Formal Gardens Pathway improvements, a Developer's Agreement and Storm Water agreement for VH Winterberry Reserve, LLC, and an impact fee waiver request for Habitat for Humanity residential projects. Minutes are not yet published.

Water Commission (July 16)

The agenda listed a $20,000 classification and compensation study, a $46,273.78 change order for the New Operations Center, a $946,055.64 water main replacement contract, and a water main extension at Country Crest Lane. A closed session to discuss the General Manager position was also listed. Minutes are not yet published.

Building and Grounds (July 6)

The committee's agenda covered traffic safety and parking changes including a traffic study at Rivers Crossing Drive and Tanglewood Drive; pedestrian and speed measures on Michigan Avenue between Mackenzie Drive and Greenmeadow Drive; a no-parking zone on the north side of Dopp Street from South Moreland Boulevard; warning signs at Spring City Drive and Chapman Drive; removal of a 1-hour parking restriction on West Newhall Avenue; "No Trucks 3 Tons and Over" for southbound River Valley Road; an engine braking ban from I-94 Southbound to US Highway 18/State Highway 59; no-parking zones on Gascoigne Drive off Pewaukee Road; and "Children with Disabilities Area" caution signs on Meadow Lane. Minutes are not yet published.

Board of Public Works (July 9)

The Board reviewed bids for Luke Avenue, Born Place, and Walton Avenue utility and street improvements; Greenway Terrace Playground resilient surface rebid; and Grede Park irrigation installation rebid. Developer's agreements for Skyline Waukesha, LLC (Skyline subdivision Phase Two) and Smart Realty (Country Crest Lane development) were on the agenda, along with Contract Change Order No. 1 for Advance Construction, Inc. (South Side Pump Station Consolidation) and one-time sewer credit requests. Minutes are not yet published.

Other Recent Meetings

• **Library Board (July 9):** Reviewed 2027 capital budget requests for IT, lockers, rooftop air unit, staff bathrooms, and children's area; 2026 operating budget and 2027 budget timeline; election of Board Vice President; and HR and library policies. Minutes not yet published.
• **Board of Zoning Appeals (July 13):** Considered an appeal by Heather and Patrick Conway for a dimensional variance at 851 Oakland Ave, requesting a driveway within one foot of the lot line and a garage one foot from the lot line. Minutes not yet published.
• **Ordinance & License Committee (July 13):** Reviewed invited bartender license applications, other bartender applications, and miscellaneous applications. Minutes not yet published.
• **Finance Committee (July 14):** Heard a shared revenue presentation by Rep. Scott Allen. Minutes not yet published.
• **Human Resources Committee (July 15):** Considered a Volunteer Time Off (VTO) program and revisions to HR policies on telecommuting, vacation leave, motor vehicle use, driving city or personally owned vehicles, and salary plan administration. Minutes not yet published.
• **Parks, Recreation and Forestry Board (July 18):** Held a workshop with no specific items listed. Minutes not yet published.

Coming Up

• **July 20 — Parks, Recreation and Forestry Board:** Review and possible action on the 2026 Fall Season Recreation Program Fees/Charges Schedule (ID#26-04070); public comment limited to three minutes per speaker; approval of draft minutes from May 18, 2026.
• **July 21 — City Council:** Proposed $1,418,655.50 contract with Musson Bros., Inc. for Luke Avenue, Born Place, and Walton Avenue improvements; proposed $112,800.00 contract with Bluemel's Maintenance Service, Inc. for Greenway Terrace Playground surface; proposed HR policy revisions including a VTO program; proposed amendment to Mun Code 9.115 for licensed premises extensions onto Municipal Lot 13; Developer's Agreement with Skyline Waukesha, LLC for Phase Two. A Clean Water Plant tour with possible quorum is also scheduled.
• **July 22 — Plan Commission:** Final plans for a 64,000 sq. ft. STOR-IT Right self-storage facility at Dolphin Drive and Coral Drive; consultation for multi-family residential development at 918 Niagara St.; proposal to declare 1.986 acres of city-owned land along Big Bend Road as surplus; final site plan for improvements at 222 W St Paul Avenue; proposed plumbing code updates.
• **July 23 — Board of Public Works:** Reconstruction and resurfacing of E. North Street, St. Paul Avenue, and W. Moreland Boulevard; bids for Ruben Drive Pump Station Replacement; updates to Municipal Code 6.12 on snow and ice removal; proposed amendment to Municipal Code Chapter 29 for one-time sewer credits; tour of Waukesha Metro Transit Facility Bus Wash at 2311 Badger Drive.
• **July 23 — Transit Commission:** Review and recommendation on 2026 Mass Transit Operating Aid Agreement with WisDOT; 2026 mid-year ridership summary.

Waukesha government roundup: Council took up zoning overhaul, lawsuit settlement; boards reviewed bids and budgets

The Waukesha City Council's July 7 agenda included a comprehensive rewrite of the city's zoning and sign ordinances, a closed-session lawsuit settlement discussion, and multiple contract and developer agreements — but minutes have not yet been published for any of the recent meetings covered in this roundup, so outcomes are not confirmed.

City Council — July 7

The Council was scheduled to vote on a replacement of Chapter 22 (Zoning) and Chapter 27 (Signs), a full rewrite of the city's zoning and sign ordinances. Also on the agenda was a settlement discussion for the lawsuit SBV Fox River LLC v. City of Waukesha.

Other items listed for Council action included a budget amendment for the City Hall Security Improvements Project, a change order for the 2027 bus purchase from Gillig LLC, a contract change order for Frame Park Formal Gardens Pathway improvements, a developer's agreement and storm water agreement for VH Winterberry Reserve LLC, and an impact fee waiver request for Habitat for Humanity residential projects.

Minutes have not been published, so it is not yet known which items passed or how any votes were tallied.

Board of Public Works — July 9

The Board of Public Works was set to review bids for street and utility improvements on Luke Avenue, Born Place, and Walton Avenue, as well as rebids for the Greenway Terrace Playground resilient surface and Grede Park irrigation installation.

Developer's agreements for Skyline Waukesha LLC (Skyline subdivision Phase Two) and Smart Realty (Country Crest Lane development) were on the agenda, along with Contract Change Order No. 1 for Advance Construction Inc. related to the South Side Pump Station Consolidation. Several one-time sewer credit requests from residents were also listed.

Finance Committee — June 30

The Finance Committee agenda included a proposed budget amendment to increase capital expenses for the City Hall Security Improvements Project, plus approval of previous minutes.

Building and Grounds — July 6

The Building and Grounds committee was scheduled to review numerous traffic and parking requests, including a traffic study at Rivers Crossing Drive and Tanglewood Drive, pedestrian and speed measures on Michigan Avenue between Mackenzie Drive and Greenmeadow Drive, and a no-parking zone on the north side of Dopp Street from South Moreland Boulevard.

Additional items included warning signs at Spring City Drive and Chapman Drive, removal of a 1-hour parking restriction on West Newhall Avenue, a "No Trucks 3 Tons and Over" restriction for southbound River Valley Road, an engine braking ban from I-94 Southbound to US Highway 18/State Highway 59, no-parking zones on Gascoigne Drive off Pewaukee Road, and caution signs for a "Children with Disabilities Area" on Meadow Lane.

Landmarks Commission — July 1

The commission was set to review Certificate of Appropriateness applications for a storm door replacement at 300 Windsor Dr. (Caples Park Historic District) and foundation tuckpointing at 311 McCall St. (McCall Street Historic District). Paint and Repair Grant applications for both properties were also listed, along with a Waukesha Water Utility presentation regarding 445 W. Newhall Ave. and discussion of a Certified Local Government Subgrant application.

Library Board — July 9

The Library Board agenda included review and possible action on 2027 capital budget requests covering IT, lockers, a rooftop air unit, staff bathrooms, and the children's area. The board was also scheduled to review the 2026 operating budget and 2027 budget timeline, elect a Vice President, and act on HR Policy G-7 (Drug and Alcohol Free Work Place) and library policies F-6 (Naming Rights and Commemoration) and F-7 (Gift Acceptance).

Coming up

• **Board of Zoning Appeals — July 13:** Consideration of a dimensional variance request by Heather and Patrick Conway at 851 Oakland Ave, seeking to extend a driveway within one foot of the lot line and construct a garage one foot from the lot line. A public comment period is scheduled.
• **Ordinance & License Committee — July 13:** Review of invited bartender license applications, other bartender license applications, and miscellaneous applications.
• **Finance Committee — July 14:** A presentation on shared revenue by Rep. Scott Allen, plus review of June 30 minutes.

Waukesha City Council set to vote on citywide zoning rewrite; recent meetings yield no published decisions

The most consequential item facing Waukesha residents is a July 7 City Council vote on a comprehensive rewrite of the city's zoning and sign ordinances. No decisions from the past two weeks of public meetings are available yet — every recent meeting is listed as agenda-only with minutes not yet published, so it is not possible to report what was decided, proposed, or discussed beyond the published agendas.

Recent meetings (agendas only, no minutes published)

Ordinance & License Committee (June 22): Scheduled to review bartender and business license applications and a proposal to amend Municipal Code 9.115 to allow businesses to extend their licensed areas into Municipal Lot 13.

City Council (June 23): Held a workshop with no specific agenda items listed. The meeting appears procedural only.

Plan Commission (June 24): Scheduled to review a citywide zoning code update covering Chapters 22 and 27, which would replace the current zoning and sign ordinances. Other items on the agenda included rezoning and a site plan for Family Promise at 600 Maple Avenue, manufacturing expansion plans for INNIO at 1101 W St. Paul Avenue, conditional use permits for Bite Me Cigars at 202 Westminster Drive and Fast Pitch Factory at 2211 S. West Avenue, and an impact fee waiver request for Habitat for Humanity residential projects.

Administrative Review Appeals Board (June 24): Scheduled a public hearing on an appeal filed by The Boucher Group regarding the official address assignment for 1610 Manhattan Drive (ID#26-03964), followed by closed-session deliberation and potential open-session action.

Joint Review Board (June 26): Scheduled to review the city's 2025 Annual Tax Incremental District Report and approve previous meeting minutes.

Finance Committee (June 30): Scheduled to review a proposed budget amendment increasing capital expenses for the City Hall Security Improvements Project, plus approval of previous minutes.

Landmarks Commission (July 1): Scheduled to review Certificate of Appropriateness applications for a storm door replacement at 300 Windsor Dr. (Caples Park Historic District) and foundation tuckpointing at 311 McCall St. (McCall Street Historic District), along with Paint and Repair Grant applications for both properties. The commission also planned to hear a Waukesha Water Utility presentation regarding 445 W. Newhall Ave. and discuss a Certified Local Government Subgrant application.

Coming up

Building and Grounds (July 6): Will review multiple traffic and parking requests, including a traffic study at Rivers Crossing Drive and Tanglewood Drive, pedestrian and speed measures on Michigan Avenue between Mackenzie Drive and Greenmeadow Drive, a no-parking zone on the north side of Dopp Street from South Moreland Boulevard, warning signs at Spring City Drive and Chapman Drive, removal of a 1-hour parking restriction on West Newhall Avenue, a "No Trucks 3 Tons and Over" restriction for southbound River Valley Road, an engine braking ban from I-94 Southbound to US Highway 18/State Highway 59, no-parking zones on Gascoigne Drive off Pewaukee Road, and "Children with Disabilities Area" caution signs on Meadow Lane.

City Council (July 7): Will vote on the zoning code update replacing Chapter 22 (Zoning) and Chapter 27 (Signs). The council will also discuss a settlement in the SBV Fox River LLC v. City of Waukesha lawsuit, review a budget amendment for the City Hall Security Improvements Project, a change order for the 2027 bus purchase from Gillig, LLC, a contract change order for Frame Park Formal Gardens Pathway improvements, a developer's agreement and storm water agreement for VH Winterberry Reserve, LLC, and an impact fee waiver request for Habitat for Humanity residential projects.

Board of Public Works (July 9): Will review bids for utility and street improvements on Luke Avenue, Born Place, and Walton Avenue; a rebid for the Greenway Terrace Playground resilient surface; and a rebid for Grede Park irrigation installation. Also on the agenda are developer's agreements for Skyline Waukesha, LLC (Skyline subdivision Phase Two) and Smart Realty (Country Crest Lane development), a contract change order for Advance Construction, Inc. on the South Side Pump Station Consolidation, and one-time sewer credit requests from several residents.

Zoning Code Overhaul Heads to Council; Downtown Lot Use, Traffic Changes on Agendas

Waukesha officials are preparing for a pivotal City Council vote on a comprehensive rewrite of the city’s zoning and sign ordinances, which was taken up by the Plan Commission last week. In other recent business, a proposal to allow businesses to extend their licensed premises into Municipal Lot 13 drew scrutiny from the Ordinance & License Committee, and several upcoming meetings will address traffic safety, park improvements, and development agreements.

Zoning Code Rewrite Advances

At its June 24 meeting, the Plan Commission considered a proposal to replace Chapter 22 (Zoning) and Chapter 27 (Signs) with an entirely rewritten code. The commission also reviewed rezonings and site plans for a Family Promise residential development at 600 Maple Avenue, a manufacturing expansion at INNIO’s 1101 W. St. Paul Avenue facility, conditional use permits for Bite Me Cigars at 202 Westminster Drive and Fast Pitch Factory at 2211 S. West Avenue, and an impact fee waiver request from Habitat for Humanity for several residential projects. Minutes from that session have not yet been published, and it remains unclear whether the commission took any formal votes.

The City Council is scheduled to vote on the zoning code replacement at its July 7 meeting, where it will also discuss a proposed settlement of the SBV Fox River LLC v. City of Waukesha lawsuit, a budget amendment for the City Hall Security Improvements Project, a change order for a 2027 bus purchase from Gillig, LLC, a contract change order for the Frame Park Formal Gardens Pathway improvements, a developer’s agreement and storm water agreement with VH Winterberry Reserve, LLC, and the Habitat for Humanity impact fee waiver.

Ordinance Committee Considers Municipal Lot 13 Expansion

On June 22, the Ordinance & License Committee took up an amendment to Municipal Code 9.115 that would permit businesses to extend their licensed areas into Municipal Lot 13. The committee also handled a slate of bartender and other business license applications. No minutes have been released detailing any actions taken.

Landmarks, Finance, and Appeals Boards Hold Agenda Reviews

The Landmarks Commission on July 1 reviewed Certificate of Appropriateness applications for a storm door replacement at 300 Windsor Drive in the Caples Park Historic District and foundation tuckpointing at 311 McCall Street in the McCall Street Historic District. Both properties were also the subject of Paint and Repair Grant applications. The commission additionally discussed a potential Certified Local Government Subgrant application and received a presentation from the Waukesha Water Utility regarding 445 W. Newhall Avenue.

The Finance Committee on June 30 considered a budget amendment to increase capital expenses for the City Hall Security Improvements Project, while the Administrative Review Appeals Board held a June 24 public hearing and closed-session deliberation on The Boucher Group’s appeal of an official address assignment for 1610 Manhattan Drive. The Joint Review Board met on June 26 to formally review the city’s 2025 Annual Tax Incremental District Report.

Coming Up

July 6 – Building and Grounds Committee will study traffic on Rivers Crossing Drive, pedestrian and speed measures on Michigan Avenue, and requests for new warning signs and parking restrictions across several streets, including a “Children with Disabilities Area” caution sign on Meadow Lane.

July 7 – City Council is set to vote on the full zoning and sign code replacement, the Fox River lawsuit settlement, and contracts for city bus purchases and park pathway improvements.

July 9 – Board of Public Works will review developer’s agreements for the Skyline subdivision Phase Two and Country Crest Lane development, bids for street and utility improvements on Luke Avenue, Born Place, and Walton Avenue, and bids for playground surfacing at Greenway Terrace and irrigation at Grede Park.