Brookfield public meetings in 2022

Public Hearings

The City of Brookfield held a public hearing regarding the request to repeal Section 17.28.010.F.7. The proposal aims to remove yard maintenance building regulations from Chapter 17 because they are already covered under Section 15.04.420 of the Building Code. The public hearing was closed unanimously.

• Closed public hearing on repeal of Section 17.28.010.F.7 (unanimous)

Public Hearings

The city held a public hearing regarding a request by Noby West Capitol LLC to rezone 12660 W. Capitol Dr. to “B-2” General Business to allow a fast-food restaurant with a drive-thru. No final decision was made; the item moves to the Plan Commission on January 9 and the Council on January 17.

• Closed public hearing on Noby West Capitol rezoning (unanimous)

Finance Committee

The committee approved several utility and department purchases, including fire equipment and water treatment supplies. It also authorized a budget amendment to transfer unutilized Greenway Corridor funds to the Park Development fund and repealed the municipal code section regarding Notary Fees.

• Approved 2022 Capital Improvement fund budget amendment to appropriate $541,730 to the Park Development fund (7-0)
• Approved purchase of replacement manual defibrillators and ambulance cots from Stryker Medical for $202,596 (7-0)
• Approved Wastewater Utility 2023 purchases for polymer ($79,350) and liquid aluminum sulfate (up to $319,080) (7-0)
• Approved Water Utility 2022 purchases for chlorine tablets ($115,000) and Aqua Mag solution/sodium hypochlorite ($100,000) (7-0)
• Approved ordinance repealing section 3.24.050.Y. of the Municipal Code regarding Notary Fees (7-0)
• Approved rescinding 2021/22 property taxes on personal property tax account numbers 11205 and 12356 (7-0)
• Approved vouchers exceeding $50,000 requiring immediate action (7-0)
• Approved minutes of the December 6, 2022 meeting (6-0)

Legislative & Licensing Committee

The Legislative & Licensing Committee acted on two liquor license applications and reviewed a proposal to repeal and recreate the Ethics Code. One license was approved and one was denied. No action was taken on the Ethics Code referral.

• Approved Original Bartender/Operator License for Patricia A. Gordon (5-0)
• Denied Original Bartender/Operator License for Samantha Mosley (5-0)
• Approved minutes of the December 6, 2022 meeting (5-0)
• Tabled repeal and recreation of the Ethics Code for further discussion

Public and Neighborhood Informational Meetings

The Parks, Recreation & Forestry Department is holding an open house for residents to review and comment on the proposed alignment of Underwood Creek Trail Segment M-N, funded in the 2023 Capital Improvement Budget. Comments may be submitted in person or by mail/email through December 22, 2022. The Parks and Recreation Commission will receive public input at their January 9, 2023 meeting.

• Underwood Creek Trail — Segment M-N alignment open for public review
• Funding approved in 2023 Capital Improvement Budget
• Open forum: December 19, 2022, 5:30–7:00 p.m., City Hall Council Chambers, 2000 N. Calhoun Road
• Comment deadline: December 22, 2022
• Parks and Recreation Commission public hearing: January 9, 2023, 7:00 p.m., Senior Center Activity Room

Library Board

The Library Board appointed an interim director and approved several honors for retiring Library Director Edell Schaefer. The board also conducted interviews for the permanent Library Director position in a closed session.

• Appointed Catherine Tuttrup as Interim Library Director effective January 1, 2023 (unanimous)
• Approved dedicating the Oak Courtyard to Edell Schaefer (unanimous)
• Approved procuring recognition plaques for Edell Schaefer for the Oak Courtyard (unanimous)
• Approved expenditures for Edell Schaefer's retirement celebration (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of the November 18, 2022 special meeting (unanimous)

Public and Neighborhood Informational Meetings

The City of Brookfield is holding an informational open house for neighbors about a proposed rezoning of 12660 West Capitol Drive from B-3 Regional Business to B-2 General Business District. The applicant, Noby West Capitol LLC, seeks the change to align with the city's 2050 Comprehensive Plan and the 124th–Capitol Targeted Investment Area node plan, which envision high-density shopping/services on the site. No formal action will be taken at this meeting; a public hearing is tentatively set for December 20, 2022.

• Rezoning request for 12660 W Capitol Dr (tax key BRC1012118) from B-3 to B-2 General Business District
• Applicant: Noby West Capitol LLC
• Meeting is an open house with no presentation; city staff will answer questions
• Public hearing tentatively scheduled for December 20, 2022 Common Council meeting

Human Resources & Public Safety Committee

The committee approved amendments to the 2023 Salary and Positions Ordinances, which retitle and reclassify several engineering and GIS roles. A resolution was also passed to update 457(b) retirement plans to allow specific in-service withdrawals. The committee reviewed health insurance data and bargaining strategies without taking action.

• Approved 2023 Salary Ordinance Addendum Amendment (4-0)
• Approved 2023 Positions Ordinance Amendment (4-0)
• Approved Resolution authorizing amendments to City 457(b) Retirement Plans (4-0)
• Approved November 2, 2022 meeting minutes (4-0)

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will consider two state/municipal agreements for funding and maintenance of utility adjustments at the I-94 and Moorland Road interchange, part of a state reconstruction project. The city's share is $2,300 for utility work, with 90% federal funding. The board will also discuss a perpetual storm sewer and drainage easement for Northern Oaks of Brookfield.

• State/Municipal Financial Agreement for I-94/Moorland Road utility adjustments — city share $2,300
• State/Municipal Maintenance Agreement for I-94/Moorland Road interchange
• Perpetual Storm Sewer and Drainage Easement — Northern Oaks of Brookfield

The Board approved an agreement with the State of Wisconsin for the City to fund water valve and manhole adjustments at the I-94 and Moorland Road interchange. Additionally, the Board approved a perpetual storm sewer and drainage easement for Northern Oaks of Brookfield.

• Approved State/Municipal Agreements for funding City utility adjustments at I-94 and Moorland Road interchange (5-0)
• Approved perpetual storm sewer and drainage easement for Northern Oaks of Brookfield (5-0)
• Approved October 11, 2022 meeting minutes (5-0)

Water & Sewer Board

The Board rejected bids for the Digester Mixing and Gas Handling Improvements project to seek potential savings of $500,000. Members also approved three municipal utility easements and updated policies for utility bill adjustments and Digger's Hotline.

• Approved requirement for water services to connect on Burleigh Road and be removed from Birch Drive (4-0)
• Approved Utility Bill Adjustment policy (4-0)
• Approved Digger’s Hotline policy (4-0)
• Approved Perpetual Municipal Utilities Easement-Fassett & Chase CSM, Choctaw Trail (4-0)
• Approved Perpetual Municipal Utilities Easement-Pet Suites, 3165 N. 124th Street (4-0)
• Approved Perpetual Municipal Utilities Easement-Northern Oaks of Brookfield (4-0)
• Rejected award of Digester Mixing and Gas Handling Improvements project WW-22-01 at Fox River Water Pollution Control Center (4-0)
• Approved November 8, 2022 meeting minutes (4-0)

Plan Commission

The Plan Commission approved a PDD Specific Plan and plats for the Carpenter Road Subdivision and recommended several actions to the Common Council, including a lot reconfiguration variance and a pickup window for Caribou Coffee.

• Approved PDD Specific Plan, preliminary plat, final plat, and Subdivider Agreement for Carpenter Road Subdivision (7-0)
• Recommended Common Council repeal and replace §17.28.010.F.7 regarding yard maintenance buildings (7-0)
• Approved minor revision for exterior building modifications at Target, 12725 W Bluemound Road (7-0)
• Recommended Common Council approve variance for lot depth less than 130 feet for GMEF Transition Trust (7-0)
• Recommended Common Council conditionally approve preliminary concept map to combine eight lots into two for GMEF Transition Trust (7-0)
• Recommended Common Council approve plan revision and development agreement for Caribou Coffee pickup window at 17065 W Capitol Drive (7-0)
• Approved minutes of the November 7, 2022 meeting (7-0)

Fire Department/Safety Committee

The committee reviewed the completion of various fire apparatus, equipment, and protective clothing tests conducted throughout 2022. The committee will investigate alternatives for SCBA Extendaire pouch repairs.

• Approved minutes of the June 20, 2022 meeting
• Discussed SCBA Extendaire pouch repair alternatives to Gear Wash

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee approved several expenditures, including up to $180,000 for library materials and a new Municipal Court case management software. The committee also approved 2023 fuel purchases and denied a claim from two residents.

• Approved minutes of November 15, 2022 meeting (5-0)
• Approved vouchers exceeding $50,000 requiring immediate action (5-0)
• Approved 2023 fuel purchases from E.H. Wolf and Sons, Inc. (5-0)
• Approved agreement with Titan Public Safety Solutions for Municipal Court case management software (5-0)
• Approved Library purchase of materials from Baker & Taylor up to $180,000 (5-0)
• Approved commitments and assignments of fund balances per accounting standards (5-0)
• Denied claim of Don and Sandy O’Dwyer of 915 Tower Hill Drive (5-0)

Legislative & Licensing Committee

The committee approved ordinances regarding the size and height of residential accessory buildings and updates to the municipal code for polling places. Several bartender/operator licenses were approved, while one was postponed and another withdrawn.

• Approved ordinance regarding size and height of residential accessory buildings (4-1)
• Approved ordinance amending subsection 2.16.030 regarding Polling Places (5-0)
• Approved Original Bartender/Operator Licenses for Samantha T. Jefferson, Emma L. Posnanski, Adam H. Loera Delgado, and Fabiola Ruiz Castorena (5-0)
• Postponed Original Bartender/Operator License for Patricia A. Gordon (5-0)
• Martin K. Starczynski withdrew application for Original Bartender/Operator License
• Approved November 15, 2022 meeting minutes (5-0)

Park & Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission voted to reduce the number of skating rinks for the 2023 winter season due to weather challenges. The commission also approved updated reservation policies and fees for the Wiberg Aquatic Center.

• Reduced number of skating rinks from ten to six for 2023 season (6-0)
• Approved revised General Information, Policy, Fees for Reservation and Use of Wiberg Aquatic Center (6-0)
• Approved November 7, 2022 meeting minutes (6-0)

Election

City officials conducted a post-election voting equipment audit on November 29, 2022. A total of 3,499 ballots were audited across three wards. The process resulted in no human or machine errors.

• Audited 1,041 ballots in Ward 8
• Audited 997 ballots in Ward 12
• Audited 1,461 ballots in Ward 17
• Certified 0 voters and 0 ballots in Ward 22
• Submitted final reporting forms, tally sheets, and results tapes to the WEC and County Clerk

Library Board

The Board met to discuss legal considerations and screen applications for the Library Director position in closed sessions. The minutes from the November 9, 2022 meeting were approved.

• Approved minutes of the November 9, 2022 meeting (unanimous)
• Entered closed session to discuss legal considerations for hiring Library Director (unanimous)
• Entered closed session to screen applications for Library Director (unanimous)

Public Hearings

The City held a public hearing to review the proposed 2023 budget of approximately $105.2 million. No official votes to adopt the budget or set the tax levy were recorded in these minutes; the hearing was closed without public comment.

• Closed public hearing on 2023 Budget

Finance Committee

The committee approved the 2023 operational budgets, authorized department positions, and property tax levies for 2022. It also approved an amendment to ambulance fees and vouchers exceeding $50,000.

• Approved 2023 budgets for city government and administration (7-0)
• Approved 2022 property tax levies for General, Non-Major Special Revenue/Capital Projects, and Debt Service Funds (7-0)
• Approved authorized department positions for 2023 (7-0)
• Approved ordinance amending section 3.24.020 regarding ambulance fees (7-0)
• Approved vouchers exceeding $50,000 requiring immediate action (7-0)
• Approved November 1, 2022 meeting minutes (7-0)

Legislative & Licensing Committee

The Legislative & Licensing Committee approved several Original Bartender/Operator licenses and the re-appointment of a member to the Ethics Board. One license application was postponed due to the applicant's absence.

• Approved Original Bartender/Operator License for Skyler S. Ewing (5-0)
• Postponed Original Bartender/Operator License for Patricia A. Gordon (5-0)
• Approved Original Bartender/Operator Licenses for Sarah E. Biewer and Star S. Faubel (5-0)
• Approved re-appointment of Monica Riederer to the Ethics Board for a three-year term (5-0)
• Approved November 1, 2022 meeting minutes (5-0)

Economic Development Committee

The Economic Development Committee recommended renewing a $25,000 contract with the Waukesha County Center for Growth for 2023. The committee also expressed support for the Flats at Bishop Woods workforce housing project. Members discussed the state of the Brookfield Square Mall and Conference Center occupancy.

• Approved August 8, 2022 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Recommended $25,000 contract renewal for Waukesha County Center for Growth for 2023 (7-0)
• Expressed support for the general concept of the Flats at Bishop Woods development project (7-0)

Election

The Municipal Board of Canvassers met to review provisional ballots from the November 8, 2022 election. One provisional ballot was rejected because the voter did not provide the required photo ID by the deadline. The election night results remain unchanged.

• Rejected one provisional ballot from Ward 4 due to lack of photo ID
• Signed the Certification of Municipal Board of Canvassers and No Record of Activity

Library Board

The Board approved the 2023 Annual Agreement for Bridges Library System Membership and Café. Members also approved the October meeting minutes, the financial report, and the Librarian's Report.

• Approved October 12, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved financial report and expenditures (unanimous)
• Approved Librarian's Report (unanimous)
• Approved 2023 Annual Agreement to Bridges Library System Membership and Café (unanimous)
• Entered closed session to discuss Library Director performance evaluation (unanimous)

Water & Sewer Board

The Board approved a Right of Way restoration policy and an emergency water service agreement with the Village of Menomonee Falls. Members also awarded the Tanglewood Booster Station project and approved the updated cost for a biosolids transfer pump.

• Approved October 11, 2022 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved Right of Way restoration policy (5-0)
• Approved Emergency Intermunicipal Agreement for Provision of Emergency Water Service between Village of Menomonee Falls and City of Brookfield at Lisbon Road and Westridge Drive (5-0)
• Approved award of the Tanglewood Booster Station project (5-0)
• Approved updated purchase cost of the WPCC Thickened Biosolids Transfer pump (5-0)

Plan Commission

The Plan Commission approved a final plat for a nine-lot subdivision and recommended several PDD rezonings and site modifications to the Common Council. These include a mixed-use project at Lilly Road and Capitol Drive and workforce housing at Bishops Way. The commission also authorized a public hearing for a proposed fast-food restaurant at 12660 W. Capitol Drive.

• Approved PDD zoning for mixed-use project at 3950 Lilly Road and 13925 Capitol Drive to proceed to public hearing (7-0)
• Recommended Common Council approve PDD rezoning and preliminary concept map for 'The Flats at Bishops Woods' (7-0)
• Approved Final Plat and Subdivider Agreement for Sunrise of Brookfield nine-lot subdivision (7-0)
• Approved acknowledgement that Tendick Business Group met landscaping requirements for Capitol Heights Phase II (7-0)
• Recommended Common Council approve exterior and patio modifications for Life Church at 3285 Calhoun Road (7-0)
• Authorized public hearing for rezoning 12660 W. Capitol Drive to B-2 General Business District for a fast-food restaurant (7-0)
• Approved minutes from October 10, 2022 meeting (7-0)

Park & Recreation Commission

The Commission approved wetland dedications and a trail easement for two development projects. It also adopted revised policies and fees for the reservation and use of park buildings, shelters, and picnic areas.

• Approved September 12, 2022 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved Sunrise of Brookfield Outlot #2 as wetland dedication (4-0)
• Approved Carpenter Road Subdivision Outlot #3 as wetland dedication and $1,405 fee in lieu of dedication (4-0)
• Accepted recreational trail easement and asphalt path construction for Carpenter Road Subdivision (4-0)
• Approved revised General Information, Policy, Fees for Reservation and Use of Park Buildings, Shelters, Picnic Areas (4-0)

Human Resources & Public Safety Committee

The committee approved a resolution to switch the City's stop-loss health insurance provider from Symetra, Inc. to Sun Life Financial for 2023. This change allows the City to maintain its health insurance cost strategy as proposed in the 2023 budget.

• Approved 2023 City of Brookfield Stop-Loss Health Insurance program (5-0)
• Approved minutes of the October 12, 2022 meeting (5-0)

Police & Fire Commission

The Commission approved the addition of candidates to the Police Officer eligibility list and authorized several promotional lists. A promotion by advantage to Investigative Lieutenant was also approved.

• Approved August 2, 2022 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Approved adding candidates to the Police Officer eligibility list (3-0)
• Approved Detective promotional eligibility list (3-0)
• Approved promotion by advantage to Investigative Lieutenant (3-0)
• Approved Detective/Sergeant promotional eligibility list (3-0)

Finance Committee

The committee approved contracts for Laserfiche and GeoDocs software and a $75,000 budget amendment for document management. It also authorized a $30,340 transfer for parks playground equipment. A decision on wireless communication lease modifications was postponed.

• Approved minutes from October 17 and October 18, 2022 meetings (7-0)
• Approved vouchers exceeding $50,000 requiring immediate action (7-0)
• Approved contracts for Laserfiche software upgrade and GeoDocs software purchase (7-0)
• Approved $75,000 Computer Replacement fund budget amendment for document management software (7-0)
• Approved $30,340 General Fund transfer for parks playground equipment (7-0)
• Postponed consideration of wireless communication lease proposals to November 15 (7-0)

Legislative & Licensing Committee

The Legislative & Licensing Committee approved two original bartender licenses and two changes of agents for licensed premises. A temporary beer and wine license for a church event was also approved.

• Approved Original Bartender/Operator Licenses for Christopher J. Dirk and Megan A. Fiene (5-0)
• Approved change of agent for Honey Berry Pancakes & Café at 17915 W. Bluemound Road (5-0)
• Approved change of agent for Sheraton Milwaukee Brookfield at 375 S. Moorland Road (5-0)
• Approved Temporary Class B Beer & Wine License for Immanuel Lutheran Church event on Nov 15, 2022 (5-0)
• Approved October 18, 2022 meeting minutes (5-0)

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works is discussing a cost-sharing agreement with the Village of Elm Grove to split the cost of replacing the Gebhardt Road bridge over the Dousman Ditch. The board is also considering whether to award the project to Zenith Tech, Inc. or delay the work due to budget discrepancies.

• Proposed cost-sharing agreement with Village of Elm Grove for Gebhardt Road bridge replacement
• Proposed contract award to Zenith Tech, Inc. for $937,181.44 for Gebhardt Road bridge replacement
• Intergovernmental agreement with Waukesha County regarding the Municipal Recycling Dividend Program

Public and Neighborhood Informational Meetings

The City of Brookfield is holding an open house to discuss a proposed rezoning of 250 and 350 Bishops Way to a Planned Development District (PDD). The proposal by Wisconsin Robinson Family LP and Lincoln Avenue Capital includes an apartment building with ground-floor live/work units. No official action will be taken at this meeting.

• Proposed PDD rezoning for 250 and 350 Bishops Way
• Proposed mixed-use redevelopment including an apartment building with ground-floor business occupancy
• Proposed amendment to the Bishop’s Woods Neighborhood Plan
• Public hearing scheduled for October 18, 2022

Public and Neighborhood Informational Meetings

The Department of Community Development is holding an open house to share draft recommendations and site designs for the Brookfield Road and Capitol Drive Neighborhood Plan update. Staff will gather feedback from residents and business owners to revise the draft alternatives. These materials will later be presented to the Plan Commission for review.

• Presentation of draft recommendations for the Brookfield Road and Capitol Drive Neighborhood Plan update

Public and Neighborhood Informational Meetings

The City of Brookfield is holding an open house meeting regarding a proposed Planned Development District rezoning. The proposal involves a mixed-use redevelopment at the southeast corner of Lilly Road and Capitol Drive, featuring retail, apartments, and townhomes.

• Rezoning of properties BRC1054035 and BRC1054038 to Planned Development District (PDD)
• Proposed mixed-use building with first floor retail and apartments at Lilly Road and Capitol Drive
• Proposed two-story townhomes on the southern end of the site
• Amendment to the Lilly Road and Capitol Drive Neighborhood Plan

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works is reviewing a state/municipal agreement for the Local Roads Improvement Program on Lisbon Road. Additionally, the board will consider a request for more funds to complete the 2022 Road Resurfacing program.

• State/Municipal agreement for Lisbon Road from Lilly Road to N. 124th St ($600,000 in state funds)
• Request for additional funds for the 2022 Road Resurfacing program
• Update of the Public Infrastructure and Development Handbook

Public and Neighborhood Informational Meetings

The City of Brookfield is hosting an open house to discuss rezoning Krueger Park and adjacent trail lands to a Recreational District (REC). The proposal seeks to change lands currently zoned as Industrial (I) and Residential (R-3) to support park amenities and city trails.

• Proposed rezoning of Krueger Park and adjacent trails to Recreational District (REC)
• Affected areas located east of Columbia Boulevard, north of I-94, and south of Target
• Proposed rezoning of tax keys BRC1108136001, BRC1108136006, BRC1108149001, BRC1108170001, BRC1108991, and BRC1149991001
• Tentative public hearing scheduled for August 16, 2022

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works is considering several items including a request for parking restrictions on N. 127th Street, map amendments, and various public works plans. The agenda also includes discussions regarding stormwater pond dredging and road surface rejuvenation.

• Parking restrictions on the east side of N. 127th Street near 3530 N. 127th Street
• Proposed map amendments to the Official Map
• Five year capital improvements plan for equipment, stormwater, bike paths and streets
• State / Municipal Agreement for the Enterprise Avenue bridge over Poplar Creek
• 2022 Asphalt Road Surface Rejuvenation Project contract award

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will discuss the issuance of general obligation bonds to fund water utility, street, bridge, and park projects. The body will also review several contracts and grants for city equipment and local business improvements.

• Sale of $5,985,000 General Obligation Corporate Purpose Bonds for water, streets, bridges, and parks
• Purchase of a replacement fire pumper truck from E-One for $793,968
• $65,000 economic development grant to Colorwheel Painting at 12780 W. Lisbon Road
• Contract with Johnson Controls, Inc. for City Hall building C HVAC equipment for $91,121
• Review of 2021 annual comprehensive financial report by Baker Tilly US, LLP

Board of Public Works

The Board will consider several new business items including road dedications and street naming policies. The meeting includes discussions on pedestrian crosswalks and railroad crossing improvements.

• No parking request for south side of Burleigh Place from Calhoun Road to Dartmouth Drive
• Reconsideration of proposed Street Naming and Renaming policy
• Award of the Stormwater Pond Dredging project
• Contract award for railroad crossing engineering and quiet zone management
• Dedication of roads, streets, sidewalks, paths, and storm sewer improvements for 3755 N Brookfield Road

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing to consider two building permit appeals. Both requests involve properties that do not comply with the City of Brookfield Zoning or Building Code.

• Variance request for a yard maintenance building at 4745 Camfield Dr
• Variance request for a deck at 1150 Lois Ave regarding a front setback requirement

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee is reviewing several financial resolutions including utility equipment purchases and service contracts. Items include a mosquito management program, wastewater pump replacement, and updated weights and measures inspection services.

• Wastewater Utility purchase of replacement biosolids transfer pump from Crane Engineering for $75,000
• Mosquito management program agreement with Clarke Environmental Mosquito Management, Inc. not to exceed $125,000
• Contract with Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection for annual weights and measures inspection services at $4,800 annually
• Rescission of 2021/22 property taxes on personal property account number 12245 totaling $138.51
• Vouchers exceeding $50,000 including $377,801.93 for CW Purpero Inc.

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works is reviewing several infrastructure and policy items. These include awarding a contract for epoxy pavement markings and discussing the re-advertisement of a city pond dredging project.

• Award of 2022 Epoxy Pavement Marking contract to Century Fence Co. for $42,009.00
• Discussion of City Pond Dredging contract following lack of received bids
• Review of revised Street Naming and Renaming policy
• Resolution authorizing sale of Tax Key BRC 1055-199

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works reviewed a productivity and cost breakdown for the Highway Division's 2021 operations. The report details labor, material, and equipment costs across various municipal maintenance activities.

• Total 2021 expenditures: $4,928,684
• Culverts, Ditching & Landscaping/Drainage: $1,440,954
• Snow & Ice Control: $1,231,172
• Road Repairs: $748,061
• Creation of the Brookfield Emergency Response Trailer (B.E.R.T) for incident command

Public and Neighborhood Informational Meetings

The City of Brookfield is hosting an open house regarding a proposed zoning modification for Hidden Lake Preserve and Regal Crest Village East apartments. The proposal seeks to reconfigure the location of two 21-unit buildings previously approved in 2015 without increasing the total number of units. No official action will be taken at this meeting.

• Rezoning request for Hidden Lake Preserve and Regal Crest Village East apartments
• Proposed reconfiguration of two planned 21-unit buildings
• Land transfer from Regal Crest to Hidden Lake

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee is reviewing amendments to the 2022 capital improvement budgets and initial resolutions for general obligation bonds. These funds would support street, bridge, water utility, and park improvements.

• General Obligation Bonds for water utility improvements: up to $4,050,000
• General Obligation Bonds for street improvements: up to $850,000
• General Obligation Bonds for bridge replacement: up to $810,000
• General Obligation Bonds for park improvements: up to $275,000
• Purchase of replacement return activated sludge pumps from L.W. Allen, Inc. for $91,130

Public and Neighborhood Informational Meetings

The City of Brookfield is hosting an open house for neighbors of the Westmoor Country Club project at 400 S Moorland. The meeting is for residents to obtain information and provide feedback regarding the installation of sports netting on the driving range. No official action will be taken at this meeting.

• Proposed installation of sports netting at Westmoor Country Club driving range

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee is reviewing several budget amendments, including funding for utility repairs and council chamber enhancements. The body is also discussing road salt procurement and the write-off of delinquent personal property taxes.

• Proposed $120,000 budget amendment for Fox River Water Pollution Control Center door replacement
• Proposed $3,100 budget amendment for Common Council chambers video/sound enhancements
• Agreement with Wisconsin DOT to purchase 3,000 tons of road salt for 2022/2023
• Vouchers totaling $194,114.90, including $119,392.50 for three Ford Police Interceptor Utilities
• Consideration of write-offs for delinquent personal property tax account balances

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will consider several items including the sale of city-owned land and street dedication for Northbrook Court. The agenda also includes a proposed amendment to the Municipal Code regarding special event and block party permits.

• Amending the Municipal Code for Special Event and Block Party Permits
• Sale of City-owned land adjacent to 3335 Parkside Drive
• Sale of City-owned parcel at 3380 N. Calhoun Road
• Dedication of roads, streets, storm sewer, and surface water drainage for TID No. 4—Northbrook Court
• Approval of Hold Harmless Agreement for 4555 Wessex Dr.

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee is discussing several resolutions to amend budgets for the General Fund, Economic Development Fund, Fleet Services, and Utilities. These changes implement the 2022 salary ordinance and adjust for employee health insurance elections. The body will also consider contracts for investment services and software licenses.

• Appropriation of $168,074 for police squad purchases and vehicle setup costs
• Contract award for investment advisory services to PFM Asset Management LLC
• Purchase of Microsoft Office 365 licenses via Microsoft Enterprise agreement
• Vouchers exceeding $50,000 totaling $679,883.38
• Claim of Jeff Brown, 2543 Summer Hill Avenue, West Bend, WI

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee is reviewing a budget amendment to pay a prior-year Department of Transportation invoice for the Executive Drive improvement project. The body is also considering the designation of public depositories for 2022-2023 and reviewing debt post-issuance tax compliance policy.

• Proposed $104,500 appropriation for Executive Drive improvement project costs
• Voucher for C W Purpero Inc regarding Corporate Drive Bridge in the amount of $67,711.58
• Resolution to designate public depositories for the City of Brookfield
• Review of City financial policy regarding debt post-issuance tax compliance

Public and Neighborhood Informational Meetings

The City of Brookfield is holding an open house to share information about a proposed 16-lot single-family subdivision. No official action will be taken at this meeting. Representatives from Hillcrest Builders and Construction and City staff will be available to answer questions.

• Proposed PDD General Plan for a 10.18 acre site at Carpenter Road and Franklin Drive
• Proposed zoning amendment to create a Planned Development District (PDD)
• Proposed 16-lot single-family subdivision
• Proposed pedestrian trail accessing Mary Knoll park

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee is reviewing proposed 5% inflation-based fee increases for building, plumbing, electrical, and fire protection permits. The body is also considering several equipment purchases and approving vouchers totaling $450,171.29.

• Proposed 5% increase to Building, Plumbing, Electrical, and Fire Protection & Life Safety permit fees
• Resolution to appropriate $328,665 for Highway/Streets replacement patrol truck equipment
• Proposed purchase of a Wastewater Utility skid steer from Bobcat Plus for $67,194
• Vouchers for immediate action totaling $450,171.29, including $161,031.57 for the Brookfield Train Depot Preservation Project
• Vouchers for Payne & Dolan Inc ($66,882.32), Water Remediation Technology ($67,938.00), and Visu-Sewer ($68,668.66)

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works is meeting to discuss utility easements for The Ruby and the Brookfield Conference Center. The body will also consider a road centerline radius exemption for the Hillcrest Subdivision and road improvements for Grace Landing.

• Perpetual Municipal Utilities Easement for The Ruby at 355 and 365 S Moorland Road
• Underground Distribution Easement for We Energies and Charter Cable at 325 South Moorland Road
• Special Exemption request for road centerline radius in Hillcrest Subdivision
• Dedication of Roads & Pathway Improvements for Grace Landing