Brookfield public meetings in 2025

Fire Department/Safety Committee

The committee reviewed completed apparatus, hose, extinguisher, rope, ladder and protective‑equipment tests conducted throughout 2025. It reported that an AFG grant was obtained to replace SCBA units, with a replacement plan to begin on March 16 2026. No new business or actions were scheduled for this meeting.

• Fire apparatus pump test completed May 21 2025; aerial test completed Sept 5 2024 – T21 and T22 passed
• Firefighting hose inspection and testing completed October 1 2025
• Life safety rope and equipment tested November 11 2025 with recommendation for replacement
• SCBA tank hydrostatic test completed in 2022; next test required in 2027
• AFG grant obtained to replace SCBA units; implementation planned for March 16 2026

Public Hearings

The Common Council will hold a public hearing regarding a request from Miller Marriott Construction LLC. The applicant proposes to rezone an 8.95 acre site to a Planned Development District to create a 14-lot single-family subdivision.

• Proposed rezoning of 8.95 acres at the southern terminus of Lynette Lane (Tax Key BRC 1082987) to Planned Development District (PDD)

Legislative & Licensing Committee

The Legislative & Licensing Committee will review applications for Original Bartender/Operator licenses for Lucas D. Byrd, Stephen D. Washington, and Adam Z. Fisseha, each noted with violations. It will also consider renewal applications for Massage Envy (White Holdings, Inc.) and One Source Wellness and Chiropractic. Additionally, the committee will receive a legislative referral to amend the residential fence code and adopt an ordinance allowing residential fences in certain areas.

• Original Bartender/Operator License with violations – Lucas D. Byrd
• Original Bartender/Operator License with violations – Stephen D. Washington
• Original Bartender/Operator License – Adam Z. Fisseha
• Renewal Massage Business Licenses – Massage Envy (White Holdings, Inc.) and One Source Wellness and Chiropractic
• Legislative Referral: Ordinance amending residential fence code

The Legislative & Licensing Committee approved the December 2 meeting minutes. It granted an original bartender/operator license to Lucas D. Byrd (4‑1) and to Adam Z. Fisseha (5‑0). Renewal licenses were approved for Massage Envy and One Source Wellness (both 5‑0). A proposal to change the fence code was postponed to the next meeting.

• Approved December 2, 2025 minutes (5‑0)
• Approved Original Bartender/Operator License for Lucas D. Byrd (4‑1)
• Approved Original Bartender/Operator License for Adam Z. Fisseha (5‑0)
• Approved renewal Massage Business License for White Holdings, Inc., dba Massage Envy (5‑0)
• Approved renewal Massage Business License for One Source Wellness and Chiropractic LLC (5‑0)
• Postponed Legislative Referral to change Fence Code to Jan 6, 2026 meeting (5‑0)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:47 p.m. (5‑0)
• No action taken on Stephen D. Washington’s bartender/operator license application

Public Hearings

The Brookfield Common Council will hold a public hearing on Dec. 16, 2025 at 7:45 p.m. to consider a request to amend the Future Land Use Map in the 2050 Comprehensive Plan for the property at the southern terminus of Lynette Lane (Tax Key BRC 1082987). The applicant, Miller Marriott Construction LLC, on behalf of the School District of Elmbrook, seeks to re‑designate the site as “Housing Focused – Lower Density” and “Nature, Recreation & Community Facilities – Parks & Recreation.” Members of the public may comment during the hearing.

• Proposed amendment to the Future Land Use Map for the Lynette Lane site (Tax Key BRC 1082987)
• Requested designations: “Housing Focused – Lower Density” and “Nature, Recreation & Community Facilities – Parks & Recreation”
• Applicant: Miller Marriott Construction LLC, 711 Wells St., Delafield, WI
• Property owner: School District of Elmbrook
• Public hearing scheduled Dec 16 2025, 7:45 p.m., Common Council Chambers, 2000 N. Calhoun Road

Common Council

The Common Council will conduct a public hearing on amending the Future Land Use Map and rezoning an 8.95‑acre former Hillside School site into a Planned Development District for a 14‑lot subdivision. The council will also act on a consent agenda that includes library material purchases up to $180,000, wastewater utility contracts totaling over $418,000, and license agreements with T‑Mobile and Verizon Wireless. Additional items include a labor agreement with the Brookfield Professional Firefighters' Association and various policy reconfirmations.

• Public hearing on FLU amendment and rezoning of the former Hillside School (8.95 acres, 14‑lot subdivision) at the southern terminus of Lynette Lane
• Resolution to purchase library materials from Ingram for up to $180,000 (2026 budget)
• Resolutions approving wastewater utility purchases: $303,100 for liquid aluminum sulfate, $58,650 for phosphorus disc filter polymer, $56,350 for solids dewatering polymer
• Resolutions approving license agreements with T‑Mobile Central LLC and Verizon Wireless for citywide wireless facilities
• Resolution approving the 2026‑2029 labor agreement with the Brookfield Professional Firefighters' Association

The Common Council closed the public hearing on the Lynette Lane rezoning request and approved the consent agenda. It adopted several ordinances and resolutions, including land annexation, a concept map for Everest Brookfield, library purchases, and wastewater utility contracts. The council also approved the 2026 Joint Powers Agreement for the County 911 Emergency System and a labor agreement with the fire‑fighters union.

• Closed public hearing on Lynette Lane rezoning request (14-0)
• Approved all items on the consent agenda (14-0)
• Adopted ordinance annexing city land at Brookfield Rd & Greenfield Ave, temporary R-3 zoning
• Approved Preliminary Concept Map for Everest Brookfield development
• Approved library purchase of materials up to $180,000 for 2026 budget
• Approved Wastewater Utility 2026 purchases: $303,100 alum, $58,650 polymer, $56,350 dewatering polymer
• Approved 2026 Joint Powers Agreement for County 911 Emergency System (14-0)
• Approved 2026‑2029 labor agreement with Brookfield Professional Firefighters’ Association

Human Resources & Public Safety Committee

The Human Resources & Public Safety Committee will consider two substantive items. One is the 2026 Salary Ordinance Addendum Amendment. The other is a resolution to approve the labor agreement between the City of Brookfield and the Brookfield Professional Firefighters' Association. The meeting will also include routine items such as approval of minutes and announcements.

• 2026 Salary Ordinance Addendum Amendment
• Resolution approving the labor agreement between the City of Brookfield and the Brookfield Professional Firefighters' Association (B.P.F.A.)
• Approval of minutes from the November 4, 2025 meeting
• Announcement of the next committee meeting on January 28, 2026

The Human Resources & Public Safety Committee approved the minutes of the November 4, 2025 meeting. It approved the 2026 Salary Ordinance Addendum Amendment. It approved the resolution extending the labor agreement with the Brookfield Professional Firefighters’ Association. All motions carried 5-0.

• Approved November 4, 2025 minutes (5-0)
• Approved 2026 Salary Ordinance Addendum Amendment (5-0)
• Approved labor agreement resolution with B.P.F.A., extending contract 4 years (5-0)

Finance Committee

The Brookfield Finance Committee will consider several resolutions, including a request by the Library to spend up to $180,000 on materials and multiple wastewater utility purchases totaling $418,100. It will also vote on license agreements for wireless communications facilities with T‑Mobile and Verizon, and an application for a state redevelopment grant for the proposed Brookfield Public Market. All items are slated for immediate action if approved.

• Resolution approving Library request to purchase materials from Ingram for up to $180,000 (2026 budget).
• Resolution approving Wastewater Utility purchases: $303,100 for liquid aluminum sulfate, $58,650 for phosphorus disc filter polymer, and $56,350 for solids dewatering polymer.
• Resolution approving license agreements with T‑Mobile Central LLC for citywide wireless communications facilities.
• Resolution approving amendments to license agreements with Verizon Wireless Personal Communications LP and Cellco Partnership d/b/a Verizon Wireless for citywide wireless communications facilities.
• Resolution approving Community Development application for Wisconsin Economic Development Idle Sites Redevelopment Program Grant for the proposed Brookfield Public Market.

The Brookfield Finance Committee approved vouchers over $50,000, a library purchase request of up to $180,000 for 2026, and a wastewater utility purchase request. It also approved new license agreements with T‑Mobile Central LLC and amendments to Verizon Wireless agreements. The committee approved the Community Development grant application for the Brookfield Public Market. All motions carried unanimously except the minutes approval, which passed 6‑0.

• Approved vouchers exceeding $50,000 – vote 7-0
• Approved Library purchase of materials from Ingram up to $180,000 (2026 budget) – vote 7-0
• Approved Wastewater Utility 2026 purchase request – vote 7-0
• Approved license agreements with T‑Mobile Central LLC for city wireless facilities – vote 7-0
• Approved amendments to Verizon Wireless license agreements for city wireless facilities – vote 7-0
• Approved Community Development grant application for Wisconsin Economic Development Idle Sites Redevelopment Program for the proposed Brookfield Public Market – vote 7-0
• Approved minutes of the December 2, 2025 Finance Committee meeting – vote 6-0

Information Technology Subcommittee

The Brookfield Information Technology Subcommittee will meet on Thursday, December 11, 2025 at 6:00 pm in the Main Conference Room, 2000 N. Calhoun Road. After roll call and approval of the September 11, 2025 minutes, the committee will consider an Acceptable Use Policy for AI and large language models and review the 2025 Information Technology Plan. The meeting will also set the schedule and topics for future IT Subcommittee meetings before adjourning.

• AI and Large Language Model (LLM) Acceptable Use Policy
• 2025 Information Technology Plan
• Schedule and topics for future IT Subcommittee meetings

The Information Technology Subcommittee approved the September 11, 2025 meeting minutes by a 3‑0 vote. A motion to approve an amended AI and Large Language Model Acceptable Use policy was made, but the minutes do not record a vote outcome. The meeting was adjourned at 6:25 PM by a 3‑0 vote.

• Approved September 11, 2025 IT Subcommittee minutes (3-0)
• Motion to approve amended AI and LLM Acceptable Use policy (outcome not recorded)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:25 PM (3-0)

Water & Sewer Board

The Water & Sewer Board will consider a new Water Supply Service plan and adopt several policies, including an Option Assessment Connection policy and a Utility Bill Adjustment policy. It will vote on a final resolution to levy assessments against properties benefiting from the sanitary sewer lateral pipe bursting project. The board will also award the design contract for the Brookfield Square Interceptor Relay Project (SA-26-01).

• Water Supply Service plan
• Final resolution levying assessments for sanitary sewer lateral pipe bursting project
• Option Assessment Connection policy
• Utility Bill Adjustment policy
• Award of design contract for Brookfield Square Interceptor Relay Project SA-26-01

The Water & Sewer Board approved several policies and resolutions, including the Option Assessment Connection policy and the Utility Bill Adjustment policy, each passing 5‑0. It also approved the final resolution levying assessments for the sanitary sewer lateral pipe bursting project and moved the Water Supply Service plan to a public hearing, both with unanimous votes. The board approved the award of the design contract for the Brookfield Square Interceptor Relay Project SA‑26‑01 by a 4‑1 vote.

• Approved minutes of Oct 14, 2025 meeting (5-0)
• Moved Water Supply Service plan to public hearing (5-0)
• Approved final resolution levying assessments for sewer lateral pipe bursting project (5-0)
• Approved Option Assessment Connection policy (5-0)
• Approved Utility Bill Adjustment policy (5-0)
• Approved award of design contract for Brookfield Square Interceptor Relay Project SA-26-01 (4-1, Blackburn voted no)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

Board of Public Works

The Brookfield Board of Public Works will first approve the minutes from the October 14, 2025 meeting. It will then discuss two new policies: a Right of Way Restoration policy and a Digger’s Hotline policy. Finally, the board will consider a request for a special exemption to the roadway centerline minimum radius for the Hillside School redevelopment project.

• Right of Way Restoration policy
• Digger’s Hotline policy
• Request of Special Exemption – Roadway Centerline Minimum Radius, Hillside School Redevelopment

The Board of Public Works approved the minutes from the October 14, 2025 meeting. It adopted the Right of Way Restoration policy and the Digger’s Hotline policy, each with a 4‑0 vote. The Board also approved a special exemption for the roadway centerline minimum radius for the Hillside School redevelopment project, also by a 4‑0 vote.

• Approved minutes of October 14, 2025 meeting (4-0)
• Approved Right of Way Restoration policy (4-0)
• Approved Digger’s Hotline policy (4-0)
• Approved Special Exemption – Roadway Centerline Minimum Radius for Hillside School redevelopment (4-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:11 pm (4-0)

Plan Commission

The Brookfield Plan Commission will meet to approve minutes from October and consider four items requiring Common Council action: annexing city-owned land, splitting a property on Moorland Road, converting an office building to a religious use, and adding a healing garden to a treatment center.

• Annexation of city-owned land at Brookfield Road and Greenfield Ave
• Land reconfiguration to split 305 S Moorland Road into two lots
• Conversion of 26,586 sq ft office building at 180/200 Bishops Way to religious use
• Minor revision for outdoor therapeutic healing garden at Wellbrook Recovery
• Approval of October 13, 2025, meeting minutes

The Plan Commission unanimously approved the minutes from the October 13, 2025 meeting. It recommended that the Common Council annex the city‑owned parcel at Brookfield Road and Greenfield Avenue and assign it temporary R‑3 residential zoning. It also recommended that the Common Council approve a preliminary concept map to divide 305 S. Moorland Road into two lots.

• Approved minutes of Oct 13, 2025 meeting (7-0)
• Recommended annexation of Brookfield Rd & Greenfield Ave parcel with temporary R-3 zoning (7-0)
• Recommended approval of preliminary concept map to split 305 S. Moorland Rd into two lots (7-0)

Legislative & Licensing Committee

The Legislative & Licensing Committee will review an application for an Original Bartender/Operator License for Nathan M. Gillard, who has prior violations. The committee will vote on changing the agent for a Class B Beer License and a Class B Beer & Liquor License for the Brookfield Conference Center and Hilton Garden Inn, both represented by Matthew K. McMahon. It will also consider renewal applications for massage business licenses for Trillian Massage and Alice in Spa Land LLC.

• Original Bartender/Operator License application for Nathan M. Gillard (with violations)
• Change of agent to Matthew K. McMahon for Class B Beer License and Class B Beer & Liquor License for Brookfield Conference Center (365 S. Moorland Rd) and Hilton Garden Inn (265 S. Moorland Rd)
• Renewal of massage business licenses for Trillian Massage (17345 W. Capitol Dr, Suite 105) and Alice in Spa Land LLC (17345 W. Capitol Dr, Suite 102)

The Legislative & Licensing Committee approved the November 18, 2025 minutes (5‑0). An applicant withdrew a bartender/operator license request, so no action was taken. The committee approved a change of agent for a Class B Beer License and a Class B Beer & Liquor License (5‑0). It also approved renewal of two massage business licenses (5‑0).

• Approved November 18, 2025 committee minutes (5-0)
• No action on withdrawn Original Bartender/Operator License application
• Approved change of agent for Class B Beer License (North Central Management Inc., Brookfield Conference Center) (5-0)
• Approved change of agent for Class B Beer & Liquor License (North Central Management Inc., Hilton Garden Inn) (5-0)
• Approved renewal of Trillian Massage business license (5-0)
• Approved renewal of Alice in Spa Land, LLC business license (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

Common Council

The Common Council will consider several 2026 equipment and vehicle purchases for city utilities and the fire department. The meeting includes a presentation on Metronet fiber communications installation and a review of permit fee changes.

• 2026 fleet purchases including a $356,060 street sweeper and $303,300 for highway patrol truck upfits
• Purchase of a multi-purpose quick response vehicle for the Fire department for $368,412
• Water Utility purchases: $180,262 for treatment supplies and $245,000 for meters and reading equipment
• Agreement with Ruekert & Mielke for Metronet fiber network permitting and inspection
• Fee schedule changes for Building, Plumbing, Electrical, and other Inspection Services permits

The Common Council approved the consent agenda items except for item #2b, which was removed. It adopted Resolution No. 11439‑25 authorizing 2026 fleet vehicle and equipment purchases, including replacing Ford Escapes with Ford Broncos. Additional approvals included a $368,412 quick‑response fire vehicle, an agreement for utility permitting assistance on the Metronet T‑Mobile fiber buildout, and fee‑schedule changes for permits. All actions passed unanimously (14‑0).

• Approved all consent agenda items except item #2b (14‑0)
• Approved Resolution No. 11439‑25: 2026 fleet vehicle and equipment purchases, replacing Ford Escapes with Ford Broncos (14‑0)
• Approved Resolution No. 11440‑25: purchase of a multi‑purpose quick‑response fire vehicle for $368,412 (14‑0)
• Approved Resolution No. 11444‑25: agreement with Ruekert & Mielke for utility permitting assistance for Metronet T‑Mobile fiber buildout (14‑0)
• Approved Resolution No. 11445‑25: fee schedule changes for building, plumbing, electrical and other permits (14‑0)
• Approved Resolution No. 11446‑25: original bartender/operator licenses for three individuals (14‑0)
• Approved Resolution No. 11447‑25: change of agent for Kwik Run liquor license (14‑0)
• Approved Resolution No. 11450‑25: commendation of Todd Zarling upon retirement (14‑0)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee is considering several resolutions for 2026 budget expenditures, including a wide range of vehicle and equipment replacements. The body will also discuss water utility supplies, a fiber network permitting agreement, and permit fee changes.

• 2026 fleet purchases including a $356,060 street sweeper and $303,300 for highway patrol truck upfits
• Purchase of a multi-purpose quick response vehicle for the Fire department for $368,412
• Water Utility purchases from Martelle Water Treatment for an estimated $180,262
• Water Utility purchases of meters and equipment from Badger Meters ($156,703) and United Systems ($88,297)
• Proposed fee schedule changes for Building, Plumbing, Electrical, and other Inspection Services permits

The Finance Committee approved the November 18 minutes and vouchers over $50,000 unanimously. It adopted a resolution for the Fleet Services Division’s 2026 vehicle and equipment purchases, and approved a $368,412 multi‑purpose fire response vehicle. Additional approvals included fuel purchases, water‑utility chemicals and equipment, a permitting agreement for the Metronet fiber buildout, and fee‑schedule changes for permits, all with a 7‑0 vote.

• Approved November 18 minutes (7‑0)
• Approved vouchers exceeding $50,000 (7‑0)
• Approved Fleet Services Division 2026 vehicle/equipment purchases (7‑0)
• Approved Fire Department multi‑purpose vehicle purchase for $368,412 (7‑0)
• Approved 2026 fuel purchases from E.H. Wolf and Sons, Inc. (7‑0)
• Approved Water Utility purchases: chemicals $180,262 and meters/equipment $244,? (7‑0)
• Approved agreement with Ruekert & Mielke for Metronet (T‑Mobile) fiber permitting (7‑0)
• Approved fee‑schedule changes for Building/Plumbing/Electrical and other permits (7‑0)

Economic Development Committee

The Economic Development Committee will receive reports on regional growth and tourism. The body will discuss a focus group exercise for the Brookfield Public Market and review industrial, office, and retail vacancy rates for the third and fourth quarters of 2025.

• Report from Waukesha County Center for Growth
• Verbal report from the Convention and Visitors Bureau
• Brookfield Public Market Focus Group Exercise
• Q3 and Q4 2025 vacancy and absorption rates for industrial, office, and retail markets

The Economic Development Committee approved the draft minutes from the September 8, 2025 meeting by a 3‑0 vote. After hearing reports on regional growth, tourism, and market vacancy data, the committee adjourned the meeting unanimously at 6:07 pm.

• Approved September 8, 2025 Economic Development Committee minutes (3‑0)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Park & Recreation Commission

The Brookfield Park & Recreation Commission meeting on December 1, 2025 will discuss several policy updates and a trail redesign. Items include modifications to the Department Refund Policy, the Tennis Court Reservation Policy, and the Pickleball Court Reservation Policy, as well as redesign concepts for Lilly Heights Trail Segment G‑H. The commission will also approve minutes from the October 6, 2025 meeting and address routine business.

• Consider modifications to the Department Refund Policy
• Consider modifications to the Tennis Court Reservation Policy
• Consider modifications to the Pickleball Court Reservation Policy
• Consider redesign concepts for Lilly Heights Trail Segment G‑H
• Approve minutes from the October 6, 2025 meeting

The commission approved the minutes from the October 6, 2025 meeting. It adopted modifications to the department refund policy, tennis court reservation policy, and pickleball court reservation policy, each with a unanimous 5‑0 vote. The commission also approved redesign concept #1 for Lilly Heights Trail segment G‑H by a 4‑1 vote and then adjourned the meeting.

• Approved October 6, 2025 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved modifications to Department Refund Policy (5-0)
• Approved modifications to Tennis Court Reservation Policy (5-0)
• Approved modifications to Pickleball Court Reservation Policy (5-0)
• Approved redesign concept #1 for Lilly Heights Trail Segment G-H (4-1)
• Approved motion to adjourn (5-0)

Public and Neighborhood Informational Meetings

The City of Brookfield is holding a Neighborhood Information Meeting about the proposed Hillside School Redevelopment Planned Development District (PDD) rezoning. Miller Marriott Construction Co. seeks to rezone the 8.95‑acre former Hillside Elementary School site into a 14‑lot single‑family subdivision. City staff will answer questions on zoning, city plans, and the approval process, and will collect written comments for the Common Council and Plan Commission. A public hearing on the proposal is tentatively set for December 16 2025.

• Miller Marriott Construction Co. requests PDD rezoning of the 8.95‑acre former Hillside School site (tax key BR C1082987)
• Proposed subdivision would contain 14 single‑family lots
• Preliminary plat includes an outlot adjacent to Canterbury Hills Park for public trail access
• Neighborhood Information Meeting scheduled for Thursday, November 20, 2025, 6:00 PM–7:00 PM at City Hall Council Chambers
• Tentative public hearing on the rezoning set for December 16, 2025

Public and Neighborhood Informational Meetings

The City of Brookfield is holding a public information meeting to explain a proposed impact fee ordinance that would help recoup capital costs for sanitary sewer interceptor upgrades in the Brookfield Square basin. The fee would apply to new or redeveloped commercial properties that generate sewer flow above the current baseline, as defined in the City’s Public Facilities Needs Assessment. Staff will provide details, answer questions, and collect written comments for the Common Council. The Common Council will hold a public hearing on the ordinance at its January 2026 meeting, with no action taken at this informational session.

• Proposed impact fee ordinance for Brookfield Square sanitary sewer basin improvements
• Capital costs tied to the Wastewater Utility Capital Improvement Program
• Fee applies to new or redeveloped properties exceeding baseline sewer flow
• Public hearing on the ordinance scheduled for January 2026 (no action now)
• Meeting held Nov 19, 2025, 6:30‑7:30 PM at Council Chambers, 2000 N. Calhoun Road

Public and Neighborhood Informational Meetings

The City of Brookfield is holding an open house to discuss rehabilitation options for the Turtle Creek Pathway. Staff are studying the section north of Lisbon Road and south of Hampton Road (CTH K) to address seasonal flooding and standing water. Feedback will be shared with the Parks and Recreation Commission for a potential 2026 project.

• Review of rehabilitation options for Turtle Creek Pathway between Lisbon Road and Hampton Road (CTH K)

Library Board

The Library Board will receive the October 15 minutes, review October 2025 financial reports and the November 2025 Director’s Report, and discuss the pending budget. It will consider two new items: the 2026 Annual Addendum to the Bridges Library System member library and café agreements, and a closed‑session evaluation of the Library Director.

• Review October 2025 Munis Financial Report and Expenditures
• Discuss unfinished business: Budget
• Consider 2026 Annual Addendum to Bridges Library System Member Library & Café Agreements
• Conduct closed‑session evaluation of the Library Director
• Review November 2025 Director’s Report

The Brookfield Public Library Board approved the minutes of the October 15 meeting, accepted the October financial report, and approved October expenditures. The board also approved the November Director's Report and the 2026 Annual Addendum to the Bridges Library System Member Library & Cafe Agreements. A motion moved the Library Director evaluation to closed session, and the meeting was adjourned.

• Approved October 15, 2025 meeting minutes (9-0)
• Accepted October 2025 financial report (9-0)
• Approved October 2025 expenditures (9-0)
• Approved November 2025 Director's Report (9-0)
• Approved 2026 Annual Addendum to Bridges Library System agreements (9-0)
• Moved Library Director evaluation to closed session (9-0)
• Adjourned meeting (9-0)

Public Hearings

The Finance Committee will hold a public hearing on November 18, 2025 to consider the City of Brookfield's proposed 2026 budget. The proposal shows total General Fund revenues of $56,448,178 and expenditures of $57,073,178. Key revenue items include General Property Taxes of $38,725,000, a 2.46% increase over 2025. The budget also allocates $13,495,000 for Capital Improvement projects and $24,369,955 for the Wastewater Utility.

• General Property Taxes: $38,725,000 (2.46% increase)
• Total General Fund expenditures: $57,073,178
• Capital Improvement allocation: $13,495,000
• Wastewater Utility budget: $24,369,955
• Public hearing scheduled for Nov 18, 2025 at 7:45 p.m., Brookfield City Hall

Legislative & Licensing Committee

The committee will consider several applications for alcohol licenses and business renewals. These decisions include new bartender licenses and a new liquor license for a restaurant.

• Original Bartender/Operator Licenses for Tiesha M. Cross, Krystyna E. Mack, and Ryan A. Putnam
• Change of agent for Class A Beer & Liquor License at Kwik Run, 15655 W. North Avenue
• Original Class B Beer and Liquor License for AHA Indian Cuisine at 2345 N. 124th Street
• Massage Business License renewal for Happy Feet Palace at 95 N. Moorland Road
• Massage Business License renewal for Relaxation Oasis at 12745 W. Capitol Drive

The Legislative & Licensing Committee approved the November 4, 2025 meeting minutes (5‑0). It also approved a set of licenses: original bartender/operator licenses for three individuals, a change of agent for a Class A beer and liquor license, an original Class B beer and liquor license, and renewal massage business licenses for two establishments (all 5‑0). The meeting was then adjourned (5‑0).

• Approved November 4, 2025 committee minutes (5‑0)
• Approved original bartender/operator licenses for Tiesha M Cross, Krystyna E Mack, Ryan A Putnam (5‑0)
• Approved change of agent for Class A Beer & Liquor License – Entire LLC dba Kwik Run, 15655 W. North Avenue, Agent Babubhai P Patel (5‑0)
• Approved original Class B Beer & Liquor License – AHA Foods LLC dba AHA Indian Cuisine, 2345 N. 124th Street, Agent Hari P Banda (5‑0)
• Approved renewal massage business licenses – Chinese Relaxation Center dba Happy Feet Palace, 95 N. Moorland Road, Agent Hua Zhang (5‑0)
• Approved renewal massage business licenses – Relaxation Oasis LLC dba Relaxation Oasis, 12745 W. Capitol Drive, Agent Asa MacKay (5‑0)
• Adjourned meeting (5‑0)

Common Council

The Brookfield Common Council will hold a public hearing on the proposed 2026 budget and then consider several non‑consent items, including the ordinance to adopt the 2026 budget, the ordinance levying property taxes for the 2026 budgets, and related finance measures. Additional items include approval of department positions for 2026 and a resolution to shift wireless carrier lease accounting to the general fund effective Jan. 1 2026.

• Ordinance adopting the 2026 city budget (Ordinance - 2026 budget adoption.pdf)
• Ordinance levying property taxes for the General, Non‑Major Special Revenue/Capital Projects and Debt Service Funds for the 2026 budgets (Ordinance - 2026 tax levy.pdf)
• Ordinance approving authorized department positions for the City of Brookfield for 2026 (Ordinance - Positions 2026.pdf)
• Resolution approving change in accounting for certain wireless carrier provider leases effective Jan. 1 2026 (Resolution - wireless lease accounting shift to general fund effective january 2026.pdf)
• Resolution authorizing application for the Wisconsin Pre‑Disaster Flood Resilience 2026 Assessment Grant (RESOLUTION - Flood Grant november 2025.pdf)

The Common Council approved the city’s 2026 operating budget and the associated property tax levy, both by a 14‑0 vote. Additional ordinances were adopted to set authorized department positions for 2026 and to change accounting for wireless carrier leases effective Jan. 1 2026. Several grant applications and temporary licensing resolutions were also approved.

• Adopted Ordinance appropriating funds and adopting the 2026 budget (14‑0)
• Adopted Ordinance levying property taxes for the 2025/2026 budgets (14‑0)
• Adopted Ordinance approving authorized department positions for 2026 (14‑0)
• Approved Resolution changing accounting for wireless carrier leases effective Jan 1 2026 (14‑0)
• Approved Resolution authorizing application for the Wisconsin Pre‑Disaster Flood Resilience 2026 Grant (approved as part of consent agenda, 14‑0)
• Approved Resolution authorizing application for interoperable radio grant program for the Wisconsin Dept. of Military Affairs (approved as part of consent agenda, 14‑0)
• Approved Temporary Bartender/Operator license for Santosh Krishnan (approved as part of consent agenda, 14‑0)
• Approved Temporary Class B Beer & Wine license for Brookfield German Holiday Market (approved as part of consent agenda, 14‑0)

Finance Committee

The Brookfield Finance Committee meeting on November 18, 2025 will consider several ordinances and resolutions. Items include a voucher package exceeding $50,000, an ordinance to appropriate funds and adopt the 2026 operating budget, and an ordinance to levy property taxes for the 2025‑2026 budgets. The committee will also vote on the authorized department positions for 2026 and a resolution to change accounting for wireless carrier leases effective January 1, 2026.

• Vouchers exceeding $50,000 requiring immediate action (Agenda Item 5a)
• Ordinance appropriating funds and adopting the 2026 city operating budget (Agenda Item 5b)
• Ordinance levying property taxes for the General, Non‑Major Special Revenue/Capital Projects and Debt Service Funds for 2025‑2026 (Agenda Item 5c)
• Ordinance approving authorized department positions for 2026 (Agenda Item 5d)
• Resolution approving change in accounting for certain wireless carrier provider leases effective Jan 1 2026 (Agenda Item 5e)

The committee approved vouchers exceeding $50,000 that required immediate action. It adopted the ordinance appropriating funds and the 2026 city budget, and approved the property‑tax levy ordinance for the 2025/2026 budgets. Several resolutions were also approved, including accounting changes, fund‑balance commitments, and applications for flood‑resilience and interoperable‑radio grants.

• Approved vouchers > $50,000 (7-0)
• Approved ordinance appropriating funds and adopting 2026 budget (7-0)
• Approved ordinance levying property taxes for 2025/2026 budgets (7-0)
• Approved ordinance authorizing authorized department positions for 2026 (7-0)
• Approved resolution changing accounting for wireless carrier leases effective Jan 1 2026 (7-0)
• Approved resolution committing and assigning general, special revenue, and capital fund balances (7-0)
• Approved resolution authorizing application for Wisconsin Pre‑Disaster Flood Resilience 2026 Grant (7-0)
• Approved resolution applying for interoperable radio grant and joining statewide public‑safety communications system (7-0)

Legislative & Licensing Committee

The Legislative and Licensing Committee will consider resolutions for temporary alcohol licenses and the renewal of three massage business licenses. These items are subject to further administrative approvals.

• Temporary Class B Beer and Wine License for Brookfield International Friendship Association (Brookfield German Holiday Market, 2000 N. Calhoun Road)
• Temporary Bartender/Operator License for Santosh Krishnan
• Massage Business License renewal for Healing Hearts LLC (14665 W. Lisbon Road)
• Massage Business License renewal for Peaceful Oasis LLC (200 N. Moorland Road, Suite 7)
• Massage Business License renewal for Vidatherapy Massage Center (405 N. Calhoun Road, Suite 102)

The Legislative & Licensing Committee approved a temporary bartender/operator license and a temporary Class B beer and wine license for the Brookfield German Holiday Market scheduled Dec 5‑6, 2025. The committee also renewed massage business licenses for three providers. All motions passed unanimously with a 5‑0 vote.

• Approved Temporary Bartender/Operator License for Santosh Krishnan (Brookfield International Friendship Association) – 5-0
• Approved Temporary Class B Beer and Wine License for Brookfield German Holiday Market – 5-0
• Renewed Massage Business License for Healing Hearts LLC – 5-0
• Renewed Massage Business License for Peaceful Oasis LLC – 5-0
• Renewed Massage Business License for Vidatherapy Massage Center – 5-0
• Approved October 21, 2025 committee minutes – 5-0
• Adjourned meeting – 5-0

Common Council

The Brookfield Common Council will vote on several consent items, including a resolution to provide fire and emergency medical services to the Village of Butler. Other agenda items include approving vouchers over $50,000, adopting public depositories, renewing the 2026 health insurance program for employees and retirees, and issuing new bartender/operator and massage business licenses. The council will also consider the schedule for 2026 meetings and hear the mayor’s announcements.

• Resolution approving intergovernmental agreement to provide fire and emergency medical services to the Village of Butler
• Finance Committee vouchers exceeding $50,000 requiring immediate action
• Resolution approving public depositories for the City of Brookfield
• Resolution approving the 2026 City of Brookfield Health Insurance Program for employees and eligible retirees
• Resolution approving Original Bartender/Operator licenses

The council approved the intergovernmental agreement to provide fire and emergency medical services to the Village of Butler. It also adopted resolutions for public depositories, the 2026 employee health insurance program, bartender and massage business licenses, and the 2026 meeting schedule. All motions passed unanimously (14‑0).

• Approved Consent Agenda (all items except 2b) – 14-0
• Approved Resolution No. 11425-25 intergovernmental fire/EMS agreement with Village of Butler – 14-0
• Approved Resolution No. 11426-25 public depositories for City of Brookfield – 14-0
• Approved Resolution No. 11427-25 2026 health insurance program for employees and retirees – 14-0
• Approved bartender/operator licenses (original and temporary) – 14-0
• Approved renewal of massage business licenses for Natural Elements Skin & Body Oasis LLC and Pam-Care LLC – 14-0
• Approved Resolution No. 11432-25 schedule of 2026 Common Council meetings – 14-0
• Adjourned meeting – 14-0

Human Resources & Public Safety Committee

The Human Resources & Public Safety Committee will review the 2025 year‑to‑date health‑insurance experience and consider a resolution to approve the City’s 2026 employee and retiree health‑insurance program. The meeting also includes routine approval of the September 24, 2025 minutes and announcements about the next committee meeting. No other actions are listed.

• 2025 year‑to‑date review of health insurance experience (discussion)
• Resolution approving the 2026 City of Brookfield employee and retiree health insurance program (decision)
• Approval of minutes from the September 24, 2025 meeting (routine)
• Announcement of the next Human Resources & Public Safety Committee meeting on December 10, 2025 (informational)

The Human Resources & Public Safety Committee approved the resolution to continue United Medical Resources for claims administration, Symetra for stop‑loss insurance, and Optum RX for pharmacy benefits for the 2026 employee and retiree health insurance program. Staff estimates indicate no net cost increase compared to 2025 despite a higher stop‑loss rate. The motion passed unanimously, 4‑0. The committee also approved the September 24, 2025 meeting minutes, 4‑0.

• Approved September 24, 2025 minutes (4-0)
• Approved 2026 employee and retiree health insurance program (4-0)
• Adjourned meeting (4-0)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will consider a resolution to approve an intergovernmental agreement that would provide fire and emergency medical services to the Village of Butler. It will also consider a resolution to approve public depositories for the City of Brookfield. New business includes vouchers exceeding $50,000 that require immediate action and a discussion of an exemption for affordable low‑cost housing development within the proposed Brookfield Square and Deer Creek sewer‑basin impact‑fee ordinance. The committee will approve minutes from the October 7, 2025 regular and October 15, 2025 special Finance Committee meetings.

• Discussion of exemption for affordable low‑cost housing development in Brookfield Square and Deer Creek sewer‑basin impact‑fee ordinance (unfinished business)
• Vouchers exceeding $50,000 requiring immediate action (new business)
• Resolution approving intergovernmental agreement to provide fire and emergency medical services to the Village of Butler
• Resolution approving public depositories for the City of Brookfield
• Approval of minutes from October 7, 2025 regular and October 15, 2025 special Finance Committee meetings

The committee adopted a partial exemption from the proposed sewer impact fee for affordable low‑cost housing, removing the Deer Creek basin reference and covering 425 units in the Brookfield Square basin (vote 6‑1). It also approved vouchers over $50,000, an intergovernmental fire and EMS agreement with the Village of Butler, and a resolution establishing public depositories for the city. Minutes from the October 7 and October 15 meetings were approved.

• Approved partial exemption from impact fee for 425 affordable units in Brookfield Square, removing Deer Creek reference (6‑1)
• Approved vouchers exceeding $50,000 requiring immediate action (7‑0)
• Approved intergovernmental agreement to provide fire and emergency medical services to Village of Butler (7‑0)
• Approved resolution establishing public depositories for City of Brookfield (7‑0)
• Approved minutes of October 7, 2025 Finance Committee meeting (6‑0)
• Approved minutes of October 15, 2025 special Finance Committee meeting (6‑0)

Police & Fire Commission

The Police and Fire Commission will meet to certify an amended police officer eligibility list and approve a deputy fire chief eligibility list. The commission will also vote to enter a closed session to discuss the promotion of a candidate to Deputy Fire Chief.

• Certify amended Police Officer Eligibility List
• Approve Deputy Fire Chief Eligibility List
• Vote to convene closed session for Deputy Fire Chief promotion
• Review September 5, 2025 Special Meeting minutes

The commission approved the minutes from the September 5, 2025 special meeting (3‑0). It also approved an amended police officer eligibility list (3‑0) and the deputy fire chief eligibility list (3‑0). Finally, the commission voted 3‑0 to promote Brian Dobratiz to Deputy Fire Chief.

• Approved September 5, 2025 special meeting minutes (3‑0)
• Approved amended Police Officer Eligibility List (3‑0)
• Approved Deputy Fire Chief Eligibility List (3‑0)
• Promoted Brian Dobratiz to Deputy Fire Chief (3‑0)

Legislative & Licensing Committee

The Legislative & Licensing Committee will meet to consider original and temporary bartender/operator licenses, as well as renewals for two massage businesses. The meeting is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday, October 21, 2025.

• Original Bartender/Operator licenses for six individuals
• Temporary Bartender/Operator licenses for two individuals
• Renewal of Massage Business License for Natural Elements Skins & Body Oasis LLC
• Renewal of Massage Business License for Pam-Care LLC
• Approval of alcohol licenses subject to payment of delinquent taxes

The Legislative & Licensing Committee approved the minutes from the October 7, 2025 meeting. It also approved original and temporary bartender/operator licenses and renewed two massage business licenses. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved October 7, 2025 committee minutes (5-0)
• Approved original bartender/operator licenses for listed individuals (5-0)
• Approved temporary bartender/operator licenses for listed individuals (5-0)
• Approved renewal of massage business license for Natural Elements Skin & Body Oasis (5-0)
• Approved renewal of massage business license for Pam-Care LLC (5-0)
• Adjourned the meeting (5-0)

Common Council

The Common Council will act on a consent agenda that includes approval of a revised plan for Zilli Hospitality Group at 3070 Gateway Road, several liquor and massage business licenses, and an ordinance updating a municipal code datum reference. Separate items include a resolution to install 15‑mph school‑zone speed limit signs on Kevenauer Drive (northbound) and Fieldstone Drive (westbound) at Dixon Elementary, amendments to the recycling intergovernmental agreement with Waukesha County and the solid‑waste contract with GFL Solid Waste Midwest LLC, and a special assessment for lateral lining at 2490 Almesbury Ave. The council will also consider vouchers exceeding $50,000 and an ordinance changing meeting requirements on election dates.

• Resolution to install 15‑mph school zone speed limit signs on Kevenauer Drive (northbound) and Fieldstone Drive (westbound) at Dixon Elementary School
• Amendment to the intergovernmental agreement with Waukesha County for the municipal recycling dividend program (new MRF location)
• Amendment number 3 to the solid waste contract with GFL Solid Waste Midwest LLC to relocate the Joint Municipal Recycling Facility
• Final Resolution authorizing a special assessment for lateral lining at 2490 Almesbury Ave.
• Resolution approving revised plan and method of operation for Zilli Hospitality Group at 3070 Gateway Road

The Common Council approved a non‑consent ordinance that removes the requirement to hold regular meetings on certain election dates, passing 11‑2. The council also approved vouchers over $50,000, the consent agenda, and several operational resolutions on public works, recycling, solid waste, and water services.

• Approved consent agenda (13-0)
• Approved vouchers exceeding $50,000 (13-0)
• Adopted ordinance eliminating meeting‑date requirement (11-2)
• Approved school‑zone speed limit signs at Dixon Elementary
• Amended intergovernmental recycling agreement with Waukesha County
• Amended solid‑waste contract with GFL Solid Waste (location change)
• Authorized special assessments against 2490 Almesbury Ave.
• Approved watermain easement for Green Brook LLC

Library Board

The Brookfield Public Library Board will review the September 2025 Munis financial report and September 2025 expenditures, discuss the unfinished budget item, and consider three new policy drafts: Confidentiality of Library Records, Governance, and Planning. The board will also conduct the Library Director evaluation before adjourning.

• September 2025 Munis Financial Report
• September 2025 Expenditures
• Unfinished Business – Budget
• New Business – Confidentiality of Library Records Policy (draft)
• Library Director Evaluation

The board approved the Confidentiality of Library Records Policy unanimously. It also approved the September financial report, September expenditures, the October director's report, removed the Governance Policy, and adopted a new Planning Policy, each with a 7‑0 vote. The meeting was adjourned at 7:37 p.m.

• Approved Confidentiality of Library Records Policy (7-0)
• Removed Governance Policy (7-0)
• Approved Planning Policy (7-0)
• Accepted September 2025 financial report (7-0)
• Approved September 2025 expenditures (7-0)
• Approved October 2025 director's report (7-0)
• Approved minutes of September 17, 2025 meeting (7-0)
• Adjourned meeting (7-0)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will review the 2026 Executive Budget, including department operating and capital budgets. The committee intends to make a recommendation on the proposed 2026 budget to the Common Council.

• Presentation of 2026 Executive Budget
• Review of department operating and capital budgets
• Review of debt service, non-major, and internal service funds
• Recommendation on proposed 2026 budget to the Common Council

The Finance Committee approved the 2026 executive budget as presented, after amending it to move the fire department's self‑contained breathing apparatus replacement from the capital improvement fund to the vehicle/equipment replacement fund. Both the amendment and the main budget motion passed unanimously, 7‑0. Because the budget was approved, the tentatively scheduled special meeting on October 16, 2025 was cancelled.

• Amended budget to shift fire department breathing apparatus replacement to Vehicle/Equipment Replacement fund (7‑0)
• Approved 2026 executive budget as amended and recommended adoption by Common Council (7‑0)
• Cancelled the tentatively scheduled October 16, 2025 special finance meeting

Water & Sewer Board

The Water and Sewer Board will consider a final resolution to levy special assessments for a sanitary sewer lateral lining project. The board will also review a water main easement and discuss the August 9-10, 2025 flood.

• Final Resolution for special assessments regarding the Sanitary Sewer Lateral Lining project
• Perpetual Water Main Easement for Green Brook LLC at 20060 W Greenfield Ave
• Discussion of the August 9-10, 2025 flood in Brookfield

The Water & Sewer Board approved the September 9 meeting minutes. It then approved a special assessment levy for the Sanitary Sewer Lateral Lining project and a perpetual water main easement for Green Brook LLC at 20060 W Greenfield Ave, each by a 4‑0 vote. The meeting was adjourned at 7:48 p.m.

• Approved September 9, 2025 minutes (4-0)
• Approved final resolution authorizing special assessment for Sanitary Sewer Lateral Lining project (4-0)
• Approved perpetual water main easement for Green Brook LLC at 20060 W Greenfield Ave (4-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:48 p.m. (4-0)

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will discuss the August 9‑10, 2025 flood in Brookfield. It will consider a request for school zone speed limit signs near Dixon Elementary School and an amendment to the intergovernmental agreement with Waukesha County for the municipal recycling dividend program. The Board will also review an amendment to the solid waste collection and disposal contract with Green for Life that would relocate the Municipal Recycling Facility, and address a correction to a storm‑sewer easement at 3755 North Brookfield Road and 3830 Richland Parkway.

• Discussion of the August 9‑10, 2025 flood in Brookfield (jointly with Water and Sewer Board)
• Request for school zone speed limit signs near Dixon Elementary School
• Amendment to the intergovernmental agreement with Waukesha County for the municipal recycling dividend program
• Amendment to the solid waste collection and disposal contract with Green for Life to relocate the Municipal Recycling Facility
• Affidavit correcting a 20‑foot storm sewer easement at 3755 North Brookfield Road and 3830 Richland Parkway

The Board approved the minutes from the September 9, 2025 meeting. It approved school zone speed limit signs near Dixon Elementary School. It also approved an amendment to the intergovernmental agreement with Waukesha County for the municipal recycling dividend program, an amendment to the solid waste collection contract with Green for Life, and an affidavit correcting a storm sewer easement. All motions carried 5‑0.

• Approved September 9, 2025 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved request for school zone speed limit signs near Dixon Elementary (5-0)
• Approved amendment to intergovernmental agreement with Waukesha County for recycling dividend program (5-0)
• Approved amendment to solid waste collection and disposal contract with Green for Life (5-0)
• Approved affidavit of correction terminating 20‑foot storm sewer easement at 3755 North Brookfield Road and 3830 Richland Parkway (5-0)

Plan Commission

The Brookfield Plan Commission will review a revised plan from Gateway Z, LLC to convert a 22,000‑sq‑ft building at 3070 Gateway Road into the headquarters for Zilli Hospitality Group, a full‑service catering and event venue. The commission will also present its recommendation on the project scope for the Targeted Investment Area update of the Calhoun Road and Capitol Drive Neighborhood Plan, which addresses legislative referrals on multi‑family density limits. The meeting includes approval of September 8, 2025 minutes and a notice of the next meeting on November 10, 2025.

• Revised plan and method of operation for Gateway Z, LLC to convert 22,000 sq ft building at 3070 Gateway Rd (requires Common Council action)
• Review of Zilli Hospitality Group parking study and fire comments documents
• Plan Commission recommendation on project scope for Targeted Investment Area update of Calhoun‑Capitol Neighborhood Plan
• Approval of minutes from the September 8, 2025 meeting
• Announcement of next regular meeting on November 10, 2025 at 6:30 PM

The commission approved the minutes from the September 8, 2025 meeting with a 7‑0 vote. It also approved the staff recommendation that the Common Council authorize the revised plan and method of operation for Zilli Hospitality Group at 3070 Gateway Road, subject to eleven conditions, by a 6‑0 vote.

• Approved minutes of September 8, 2025 meeting (7-0)
• Approved staff recommendation for Common Council to approve Zilli Hospitality revised plan, subject to 11 conditions (6-0)

Joint Review Board

The Joint Review Board will consider and act on two tax‑increment district actions: creating Tax Increment District 9 and adopting Amendment 2 to Tax Increment District 8. Both items include approval of the related Common Council resolutions and confirmation that statutory criteria are met. The board will also review the city’s 2024 annual report for Tax Increment Districts 4‑8.

• Resolution creating Tax Increment District No. 9 and adopting its project plan
• Resolution approving Amendment Two to Tax Increment District No. 8 and its project plan
• Approval of tax increment financing agreements with HEPHAESTUS Development Partners and the Brookfield Convention and Visitors Bureau
• Review of the June 16 2025 memorandum outlining the city’s 2024 annual report for TIDs 4‑8
• Adoption of the associated Common Council resolutions for TID 9 and TID 8 amendment

The board approved a resolution creating Tax Increment District No. 9, confirming statutory criteria and the expected termination date. It also approved Amendment Two to Tax Increment District No. 8, confirming statutory criteria. The board accepted the City of Brookfield 2024 annual report for TIDs 4, 5, 6, 7 and 9. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved August 5, 2025 JRB meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved creation of Tax Increment District No. 9 and associated Common Council resolution (5-0)
• Approved Amendment Two to Tax Increment District No. 8 and associated Common Council resolution (5-0)
• Accepted 2024 annual report of Tax Increment Districts 4, 5, 6, 7, and 9 (5-0)
• Adjourned the meeting at 4:15 pm (unanimous)

Legislative & Licensing Committee

The Legislative & Licensing Committee meeting on October 7, 2025 will discuss and act on several license applications. Items include a renewal with violations for The Massage Studio; Massage by Heather LLC, original bartender/operator licenses, an original Reserve Class B Beer and Liquor License for AYJ Golf Solutions LLC (Atlas Golf Performance Center), and a fireworks user permit for Spielbauer Fireworks Co. The committee will also consider a legislative referral on common council election dates and a minor correction to city ordinance subsection 15.104.160.B. All license actions are subject to further administrative approvals and payment of delinquent taxes for alcohol licenses.

• Renewal Massage Business License with violations – The Massage Studio; Massage by Heather LLC, 405 N. Calhoun Rd, Suite 103
• Original Bartender/Operator Licenses – applicants including Jordan K. Wollin
• Original Reserve Class B Beer and Liquor License – AYJ Golf Solutions LLC dba Atlas Golf Performance Center, 17445 W. Bluemound Rd, #100
• Fireworks User Permit – Spielbauer Fireworks Co., 1976 Lane Rd, Green Bay, for Brookfield East HS event at 3305 N. Lilly Rd
• Legislative Referral – Common Council meetings on election dates (Alderman Bloom)

The Legislative & Licensing Committee approved several business, liquor, and fireworks licenses, all by a 5‑0 vote. It also voted 4‑1 to recommend omitting the usual Common Council meetings in April and November. An ordinance to amend Subsection 15.104.160.B was approved unanimously.

• Approved September 16, 2025 committee minutes (5-0)
• Approved renewal massage license for The Massage Studio; Massage by Heather LLC (5-0)
• Approved original bartender/operator license for Jordan K. Wollin (5-0)
• Approved reserve Class B beer and liquor license for AYJ Golf Solutions LLC dba Atlas Golf Performance Center (5-0)
• Approved fireworks user permit for Spielbauer Fireworks Co. at Brookfield East HS event (5-0)
• Approved renewal massage license for Bodyworks Zen10 Advanced Massage Therapy (5-0)
• Approved renewal massage license for Rejuvenize Massage Therapy LLC (5-0)
• Recommended omitting Common Council meetings in April and November (4-1)

Common Council

The Common Council will consider several budget amendments for police and community development, as well as the appointment of a new City Clerk. The body will also review liquor licenses, fireworks permits, and a field archaeological permit for STH 59 reconstruction.

• Appropriation of $50,000 for consultant services regarding TID No. 8 and TID No. 9
• Appropriation of $48,606 for Lexipol policy development services for the Police department
• Purchase of a replacement Police squad vehicle and associated equipment
• Rejection of bids for the 2025 McCoy Concession Building project #PK-242
• Closed session to consider Tax Financing Agreements with Hephaestus Development Partners LLC and The Brookfield Convention and Visitors Bureau Inc.

The Brookfield Common Council approved two Tax Increment Financing agreements—one with Hephaestus Development Partners LLC and another with the Brookfield Convention and Visitors Bureau—each passing 12‑2. It also confirmed the appointment of Sara Bruckman as City Clerk (14‑0) and approved a public lands archaeological permit for the STH 59 reconstruction (14‑0). Additional actions included a $50,000 Community Development Authority fund amendment (12‑2), denial of a bartender license for Tiya M. Diaz (13‑1), and approval of a fireworks permit for Spielbauer Fireworks Co. (14‑0).

• Approved $50,000 CDA fund amendment (12-2)
• Denied Original Bartender/Operator license for Tiya M. Diaz (13-1)
• Approved Fireworks User Permit for Spielbauer Fireworks Co. (14-0)
• Approved renewal and 10‑day suspension of Tas Investment Inc. retail license (13-1)
• Confirmed appointment of Sara Bruckman as City Clerk (14-0)
• Approved Public Lands Field Archaeological Permit for STH 59 reconstruction (14-0)
• Approved Tax Increment Financing Agreement with Brookfield Convention and Visitors Bureau (12-2)
• Approved Tax Increment Financing Agreement with Hephaestus Development Partners LLC (12-2)

Finance Committee

The Brookfield Finance Committee will consider several budget resolutions, including a $50,000 amendment to the Community Development Authority fund for consultant services and a $48,606 police grant amendment for Lexipol policy development. It will also approve the purchase of a replacement police squad vehicle and equipment, with partial reimbursement from insurance proceeds, and accept a FEMA Assistance to Firefighters grant. Additionally, the committee will discuss an exemption for affordable low‑cost housing impact fees in the Brookfield Square and Deer Creek sewer basin ordinance.

• Resolution approving $50,000 CDA fund amendment for consultant services (TID 8 and TID 9)
• Resolution approving $48,606 police grant amendment for Lexipol policy development
• Resolution approving purchase of replacement police squad vehicle and equipment (insurance reimbursement)
• Resolution approving acceptance of FEMA Assistance to Firefighters grant
• Discussion of exemption for affordable low‑cost housing impact fees for Brookfield Square and Deer Creek sewer basin

The committee approved the minutes from two prior meetings, authorized vouchers over $50,000, and adopted several budget amendments including $50,000 for the Community Development Authority and $48,606 for a police grant. It also approved the purchase of a replacement police squad vehicle and accepted a FEMA Assistance to Firefighters grant. The discussion on an affordable‑housing impact‑fee exemption was postponed to the next meeting.

• Approved minutes of Sep 16, 2025 meeting (7-0)
• Approved minutes of Sep 18, 2025 meeting (7-0)
• Approved vouchers exceeding $50,000 (7-0)
• Approved $50,000 CDA fund budget amendment (7-0)
• Approved $48,606 police grant fund amendment (7-0)
• Approved purchase of replacement police squad vehicle (7-0)
• Approved acceptance of FEMA Assistance to Firefighters grant (7-0)
• Postponed affordable‑housing impact‑fee exemption item to next meeting (7-0)

Park & Recreation Commission

The Brookfield Park & Recreation Commission will first approve minutes from its September 8, 2025 meeting. It will then discuss and potentially reject the bids received for the 2025 McCoy Park Concession Building Project (PK‑242). The meeting also includes a presentation by SEWRPC on draft Chapters 3 and 4 of the Parks and Open Space Plan. The next commission meeting is scheduled for November 3, 2025.

• Consider rejecting bids for the 2025 McCoy Park Concession Building Project (PK‑242)
• SEWRPC presentation of Parks and Open Space Plan draft Chapters 3 & 4
• Approval of minutes from the September 8, 2025 meeting
• Announcement of next meeting date: Monday, November 3, 2025
• Staff reports and adjournment

The commission approved the minutes from the September 8, 2025 meeting by a 6‑0 vote. It then voted 6‑0 to reject all bids for the 2025 McCoy Park Concession Building Project (PK‑242). The meeting was adjourned at 7:41 pm by a 6‑0 vote.

• Approved September 8, 2025 minutes (6-0)
• Rejected bids for 2025 McCoy Park Concession Building Project PK-242 (6-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:41 pm (6-0)

Human Resources & Public Safety Committee

The Human Resources and Public Safety Committee will review the 2025 health insurance experience and a report on position reductions for the 2026 ordinance. The meeting may also include closed sessions to discuss bargaining strategies with the Brookfield Professional Firefighters' Association and the Brookfield Professional Police Association.

• Review of 2025 health insurance experience
• Report on position reductions for 2026 ordinance
• Discussion with Brookfield Professional Firefighters' Association
• Discussion with Brookfield Professional Police Association
• Approval of July 23, 2025 minutes

The Human Resources & Public Safety Committee approved the report outlining position reductions for the 2026 Positions Ordinance, adopting the plan with a 4‑0 vote. The committee also approved the July 23, 2025 minutes (4‑0). No actions were taken on the health‑insurance review or the bargaining discussions with the firefighters and police unions.

• Approved July 23, 2025 minutes (4-0)
• Approved report on 2026 position reductions (4-0)
• No action taken on 2025 health insurance review
• No action taken on firefighters bargaining strategy discussion
• No action taken on police grievance response strategy discussion
• Adjourned meeting (4-0)

Finance Committee

The Brookfield Finance Committee will meet to review the status of the 2026 City budget and hold a public information session. No specific budget figures or decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Staff presentation regarding 2026 City budget status
• Public information session regarding City budget
• Finance Committee meeting on October 7, 2025

The Finance Committee held a special meeting on September 18, 2025 to review the 2026 city budget. Director Robert Scott presented the rationale for the April 2025 referendum and options to address the budget shortfall. No policy actions were approved; the meeting was adjourned by a 6‑0 vote.

• Adjourned meeting (6-0)

Library Board

The Brookfield Public Library Board of Trustees will review financial reports for July and August 2025. The board is scheduled to discuss the budget and determine the 2026 library closed dates and holiday hours.

• 2026 Library Closed Dates and Holiday Hours Schedule
• Budget discussion
• Election of Officers
• July and August 2025 Financial Reports and Expenditures

The board approved the minutes from the August 6, 2025 meeting and accepted the July and August 2025 financial reports and expenditures. They also approved the September 2025 Director’s Report and adopted the 2026 library closed dates. Finally, the board elected Jared Chapiewsky as president, Sara Field as vice president, and Hayley Kust as secretary.

• Approved August 6, 2025 meeting minutes (8-0)
• Accepted July 2025 Financial Report (8-0)
• Approved July 2025 Expenditures with corrections (8-0)
• Accepted August 2025 Financial Report (8-0)
• Approved August 2025 Expenditures (8-0)
• Approved September 2025 Director's Report (8-0)
• Approved 2026 Library Closed Dates (8-0)
• Elected officers: President Jared Chapiewsky, Vice President Sara Field, Secretary Hayley Kust (7-0)

Legislative & Licensing Committee

The Legislative & Licensing Committee will consider renewal applications for original bartender/operator licenses with violations for Gabrielle M Aguirre and Tiya M Diaz. It will also review a fireworks user permit request from Sokol Exclusive Events LLC. Additionally, the committee will discuss a legislative referral to amend the city fence code proposed by Ald. Monty.

• Original Bartender/Operator License with Violations – Gabrielle M Aguirre
• Original Bartender/Operator License with Violations – Tiya M Diaz
• Fireworks User Permit – Sokol Exclusive Events LLC (Westmoor County Club)
• Legislative Referral: Change to Fence Code (Ald. Monty)

The Legislative & Licensing Committee denied the original bartender/operator license for Tiya M Diaz, citing 2025 municipal violations related to alcohol and THC. It approved a bartender license for Gabrielle M Aguirre, approved several other bartender/operator licenses, approved a fireworks user permit for Sokol Exclusive Events LLC, and agreed to study changes to the residential fence code. All motions passed unanimously except the denial of Diaz’s license, which was 4-1.

• Approved minutes of September 2, 2025 meeting (5-0)
• Approved original bartender license for Gabrielle M Aguirre (5-0)
• Denied original bartender license for Tiya M Diaz (4-1, Alderman Szews voted no)
• Approved original bartender/operator licenses items 4.c and 4.d together (5-0)
• Approved fireworks user permit for Sokol Exclusive Events LLC (5-0)
• Recommended legislative referral to study fence code changes (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

Common Council

The Brookfield Common Council will vote on several budget items, including a $357,500 purchase of replacement self‑contained breathing apparatus for the fire department and a $247,784 purchase of patrol truck chassis for the fleet services division. The council will also consider a $35,000 transfer from a contingency appropriation to fund legal costs for property tax litigation and labor relations. Additional items include a temporary use permit for a pumpkin sale at Gethsemane Lutheran Church and an ordinance creating a moratorium on new tobacco and vaping product sales permits.

• Resolution to purchase fire department SCBA for $357,500 (2026 budget)
• Resolution to purchase two patrol truck chassis for $247,784 (2026 budget)
• Resolution to transfer $35,000 from contingency to City Attorney legal services account
• Temporary Use Permit for pumpkin sale at 13200 W. Greenfield Avenue (Oct 17‑31)
• Ordinance moratorium on occupancy permits for new cigarette, tobacco, and vaping product establishments

The council adopted an ordinance that places a moratorium on occupancy permits for new businesses selling cigarettes, tobacco products, and electronic smoking devices. It also approved a temporary use permit for a pumpkin sale at Gethsemane Lutheran Church and authorized several purchases, including $357,500 for fire department breathing apparatus and $247,784 for two patrol truck chassis. A $35,000 budget transfer to the City Attorney’s legal services account and a motion to consider a code amendment on council meeting election dates (12‑1) were approved. Additional approvals included a We Energies easement and a $132,140.80 contract for sanitary sewer cleaning.

• Approved ordinance creating moratorium on new occupancy permits for tobacco and e‑smoking sales (Ordinance No. 2903-25)
• Approved Temporary Use Permit for pumpkin sale at Gethsemane Lutheran Church, 13200 W. Greenfield Ave. (Resolution No. 11384-25)
• Approved fire department purchase of breathing apparatus for $357,500 (Resolution No. 11385-25)
• Approved Fleet Services purchase of two patrol truck chassis for $247,784 (Resolution No. 11386-25)
• Approved $35,000 transfer from Contingency appropriation to City Attorney legal services account (Resolution No. 11387-25)
• Motion to recommend consideration of Alderman Bloom's legislative referral on council meeting election dates, passed 12‑1 (Alderman Mellone no)
• Approved We Energies easement on city land (Resolution No. 11392-25)
• Awarded contract for 2025 sanitary sewer cleaning to Aqualis for $132,140.80 (Resolution No. 11395-25)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will review several purchase requests and a budget amendment. The body is considering funding for emergency equipment, vehicle chassis, and legal services.

• Purchase of replacement self-contained breathing apparatus from MacQueen for $357,500
• Purchase of two replacement patrol truck chassis for the Highway division from Truck Country of Wisconsin for $247,784
• Transfer of $35,000 from Contingency to City Attorney outside legal services for property tax litigation and labor relations
• Review of vouchers exceeding $50,000 requiring immediate action

The committee approved the minutes from the September 2 meeting (6‑0). It also approved vouchers over $50,000, a $357,500 fire department breathing apparatus purchase, a $247,784 fleet patrol‑truck chassis purchase, and a $35,000 budget amendment for legal costs, each with a 7‑0 vote. The meeting was adjourned at 7:46 pm (7‑0).

• Approved September 2 minutes (6-0)
• Approved vouchers exceeding $50,000 (6-0)
• Approved fire department breathing apparatus purchase for $357,500 (7-0)
• Approved fleet services purchase of two patrol truck chassis for $247,784 (7-0)
• Approved $35,000 budget amendment to fund legal costs (7-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:46 pm (7-0)

Information Technology Subcommittee

The Brookfield Information Technology Subcommittee will discuss an Acceptable Use Policy for AI and large language models, review the city’s 2025 Information Technology Plan, and set the schedule and topics for upcoming subcommittee meetings. No other business is listed.

• AI and Large Language Model (LLLM) Acceptable Use Policy
• 2025 Information Technology Plan
• Schedule and topics for future IT Subcommittee meetings

The subcommittee approved the minutes of the March 13, 2025 IT Subcommittee meeting by a 5‑0 vote. The draft AI and Large Language Model Acceptable Use Policy was discussed, revisions were suggested, and further discussion was postponed to the next meeting. The subcommittee recommended staff training topics on AI prompt construction, verification, and hygiene, to be addressed in future meetings. The meeting was adjourned at 6:30 PM by a 5‑0 vote.

• Approved March 13, 2025 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Postponed further discussion of AI and LLM Acceptable Use Policy
• Recommended AI staff training topics (prompt hygiene, verification)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:30 PM (5-0)

Water & Sewer Board

The Water and Sewer Board will meet to approve minutes from July, authorize special assessments for a sewer lateral pipe burst project, and consider final change orders for sewer cleaning and digester rehabilitation. The board will also release water main easements for a property on Bluemound Road.

• Preliminary resolution authorizing special assessments for Sanitary Sewer Lateral Pipe Burst project
• Award of contract for 2025 Sanitary Sewer Cleaning and Televising project SA-25-03
• Final change order No. 11 with August Winter & Sons, Inc. for $95,687
• Release of water main easements for JPMorgan Chase Bank NA at 15565 W. Bluemound Road
• Change Order No. 3 for Road Resurfacing Project unit price and quantity adjustment

The Water & Sewer Board approved the minutes from the July 8, 2025 meeting. It adopted a preliminary resolution to levy special assessments on properties affected by a sanitary sewer lateral pipe burst. The board also approved several contracts, change orders, easement releases, and fee flow factors, each passing unanimously.

• Approved July 8, 2025 minutes (4-0)
• Approved preliminary resolution to levy special assessments for sewer pipe burst project (4-0)
• Approved award of contract for 2025 Sanitary Sewer Cleaning and Televising project SA-25-03 (4-0)
• Approved final change order No. 11 with August Winter & Sons, Inc. for $95,687 (4-0)
• Approved perpetual water main easement and releases for JPMorgan Chase Bank NA at 15565 W. Bluemound Road (4-0)
• Approved Change Order No. 3 – Road Resurfacing Project unit price and quantity adjustment (4-0)
• Approved flow factors for determining sewer impacts fees for Brookfield Square and Deer Creek East Interceptors (4-0)

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will consider a pedestrian pathway easement for a bank and a road rehabilitation project. The board will also review minutes from the July 8, 2025 meeting.

• Perpetual Pedestrian Pathway Easement for JPMorgan Chase Bank NA at 15565 W. Bluemound Road
• Brookfield Road rehabilitation project and amenities

The Board approved the July 8, 2025 minutes (5‑0) and unanimously approved a perpetual pedestrian pathway easement for JPMorgan Chase Bank NA at 15565 W. Bluemound Road (5‑0). It also gave staff direction on the Brookfield Road rehabilitation project, including parking, streetscape and amenity responsibilities.

• Approved July 8, 2025 minutes (5‑0)
• Approved perpetual pedestrian pathway easement for JPMorgan Chase (5‑0)
• Concurred not to restrict parking on Hoffman Ave
• Concurred with removal of compact parking space
• Directed that bike rack, benches and trash receptacles be purchased/maintained by another party
• Denied proposal to modify street lights with outlet receptacles
• Agreed not to extend streetscape elements beyond current limits or south of railroad tracks
• Preferred keeping parking spaces perpendicular rather than angled

Economic Development Committee

The Economic Development Committee will receive reports on local growth and tourism. The meeting includes a report on the proposed creation of Tax Increment District No. 9 and an amendment to Tax Increment District No. 8 to support the former Boston Store site and a proposed Brookfield Public Market.

• Proposed creation of Tax Increment District No. 9
• Amendment Two to Tax Increment District No. 8 for the former Boston Store site
• Proposed Brookfield Public Market
• Report from the Convention and Visitors Bureau
• Report from the Waukesha County Center for Growth

The committee approved the draft minutes from the June 2, 2025 Economic Development Committee meeting by a 4‑0 vote, with one member abstaining. No substantive actions or approvals were taken regarding the proposed Tax Increment Districts or the Brookfield Public Market. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Approved June 2, 2025 minutes (4-0, 1 abstention)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Plan Commission

The Brookfield Plan Commission will meet to approve tax increment financing agreements for Hephaestus Development Partners and Visit Brookfield, and to consider a temporary use permit for a pumpkin sale at Gethsemane Lutheran Church. The commission will also discuss updates to the Calhoun Road and Capitol Drive Neighborhood Plan and explore zoning options for smoke and vape shops.

• Resolution approving TID agreement for Hephaestus Development Partners
• Resolution approving TID agreement for Visit Brookfield
• Temporary Use Permit for Gethsemane Lutheran Church pumpkin sale
• Discussion on Calhoun Road and Capitol Drive Neighborhood Plan update
• Legislative referral to explore limiting smoke and vape shops

The commission adopted staff recommendations to approve a TID agreement with Hephaestus Development Partners (6‑0) and another with Visit Brookfield (5‑0). It also approved a temporary use permit for Gethsemane Lutheran Church’s pumpkin sale (6‑0). Earlier agenda items approved the minutes from August 11 and September 2 meetings.

• Approved staff recommendation for Hephaestus Development Partners TID Agreement (6-0)
• Approved staff recommendation for Visit Brookfield TID Agreement (5-0)
• Approved temporary use permit for Gethsemane Lutheran Church pumpkin sale (6-0)
• Approved minutes of August 11, 2025 Plan Commission meeting (6-0)
• Approved minutes of September 2, 2025 Special Plan Commission meeting (6-0)

Park & Recreation Commission

The Brookfield Park and Recreation Commission will convene a public meeting to approve minutes from the August 4, 2025 meeting and receive presentations on draft chapters of the Parks and Open Space Plan. Commissioners will also review reports from the Elmbrook Historic Society and Independence Day 2025 activities.

• Approval of minutes from August 4, 2025 meeting
• SEWRPC presentation of draft Parks and Open Space Plan Chapters 1 & 2
• Review of Elmbrook Historic Society Annual Report
• Review of Independence Day 2025 Report

The Parks and Recreation Commission approved the minutes from the August 4, 2025 meeting with a 4‑0 vote. The commission heard the Elmbrook Historic Society annual report and a draft of the Parks and Open Space Plan, providing informal feedback. The meeting was adjourned at 8:18 pm with a 4‑0 vote.

• Approved August 4, 2025 minutes (4‑0)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:18 pm (4‑0)

Police & Fire Commission

The Police and Fire Commission will meet to establish a police officer eligibility list. The body will also discuss the promotion of a candidate to Police Captain, which may occur in a closed session.

• Establish and certify Police Officer Eligibility List
• Promotion of a candidate to Police Captain

The Police & Fire Commission approved the updated Police Officer Eligibility List by a 5‑0 vote. It also approved the promotion of Steve Hermann to Police Captain, again by a 5‑0 vote. The minutes from the June 12, 2025 special meeting were unanimously approved. No other actions were taken.

• Approved updated Police Officer Eligibility List (5-0)
• Approved promotion of Steve Hermann to Police Captain (5-0)
• Approved minutes of June 12, 2025 special meeting (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

Common Council

The Common Council and Plan Commission will discuss the creation of Tax Increment District (TID) No. 9 and an amendment to TID No. 8. The meeting also includes votes on liquor licenses, fireworks permits, and 2026 library funding.

• Creation of TID No. 9 Project Plan and Amendment Two to TID No. 8 Project Plan
• Resolution certifying proposed 2026 library funding for Waukesha County tax levy exemption
• Ordinance regulating the sale and retail location of Hemp-Derived Cannabinoids for individuals under 21
• Fireworks User Permits for Brookfield Academy (Sept 19) and Brookfield Central High School (Sept 19)
• Vouchers exceeding $50,000 requiring immediate action

The Common Council voted 12‑2 to adopt the TID 9 Project Plan, adding a condition that the public market include fully ADA‑compliant family restrooms. The council also approved the Amendment Two to TID 8 Project Plan by a 12‑2 vote. Several licensing and permit resolutions were adopted, including a temporary bartender/operator license for Paul Zarling (13‑0) and fireworks permits for two September events. An ordinance regulating hemp‑derived cannabinoid sales was also approved.

• Approved Common Council Resolution for TID 9 Project Plan with ADA restroom condition (12‑2)
• Approved Common Council Resolution for Amendment Two to TID 8 Project Plan (12‑2)
• Approved Temporary Bartender/Operator license for Paul Zarling (13‑0)
• Approved all items on the Consent Agenda (13‑0)
• Approved Original Bartender/Operator licenses (multiple resolutions)
• Approved Fireworks User Permit for Wolverine Fireworks Display Inc. (Sep 19, 2025 event)
• Approved Fireworks User Permit for Spielbauer Fireworks Co. Inc. (Sep 19, 2025 event)
• Approved Ordinance regulating hemp‑derived cannabinoid sales (Ordinance No. 2902‑25)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will consider resolutions regarding 2026 library funding and specific resident claims. The body will also plan for a special meeting on September 18, 2025, to gather public feedback on budget options.

• Vouchers exceeding $50,000 requiring immediate action
• Resolution certifying proposed 2026 library funding for Waukesha County tax levy exemption
• Resolution regarding claim of Spencer Mayhew, 4290 N, 133rd Street
• Resolution regarding claim of Bryan Preuss, 18875 Lothmoor Drive Upper
• Presentation by Dana Investment Advisors regarding City investments

The committee approved vouchers over $50,000, a resolution exempting the proposed 2026 library funding from the Waukesha County library tax levy, and denied two individual claims. It also adopted the format for the September 18 public budget meeting and directed staff to develop a new budget‑information website section. All motions recorded passed unanimously (7‑0).

• Approved vouchers exceeding $50,000 requiring immediate action (7‑0)
• Approved resolution exempting proposed 2026 library funding from Waukesha County library tax levy (7‑0)
• Approved resolution denying claim of Spencer Mayhew, 4290 N 133rd Street (7‑0)
• Approved resolution denying claim of Bryan Preuss, 18875 Lothmoor Drive Upper (7‑0)
• Adopted format for September 18 special Finance Committee meeting for public budget input
• Directed staff to publicize the September 18 meeting on the City website and social media and to begin work on a new budget‑information website section

Legislative & Licensing Committee

The Legislative and Licensing Committee will discuss various alcohol and business license applications. The body will also consider legislative referrals regarding the city fence code and Common Council meeting dates.

• Summons and Complaint hearing regarding Tas Investment Inc. (d/b/a: Cloud X)
• Original Class C Wine License for Golden Hour at White Brick LLC
• Original Massage Business License for NSK Precision Healing and Wellness
• Renewal Massage Business License for Rebalance Massage Therapy
• Legislative referrals to change the Fence Code and exclude Common Council meetings on election dates

Legislative & Licensing Committee

The Brookfield Legislative & Licensing Committee will meet on August 19, 2025, at 6:30 p.m. in City Hall to discuss and act on multiple alcohol and business license applications, including hearings for violations and new license requests. The meeting also includes procedural items such as minutes approval and announcements.

• Summons & Complaint Hearing for Cloud X (Tas Investment Inc.)
• Original Bartender/Operator Licenses with violations for Marcellena Shamley, Julie C. Bird, Caterina L. Collins, Norman J. Green, and Valarie L. Miller
• Original Class A Liquor License application for Kwik Run
• Change of Agent for CVS Pharmacy’s Class A Beer & Liquor License
• Renewal Massage Business License for Pure Solace Massage and Bodywork by Jena

The Legislative & Licensing Committee approved an ordinance that regulates the sale of hemp‑derived cannabinoids. It also approved several licenses and permits, including a Class A liquor license for Kwik Run, fireworks permits for two local events, and an off‑site retail outlet for North Pillar Brewing. Two items – the Cloud X summons and the fence‑code referral – were postponed to the September 2 meeting.

• Approved ordinance regulating sale of hemp‑derived cannabinoids (5‑0)
• Approved Original Class A Liquor License to Entire LLC d/b/a Kwik Run (5‑0)
• Approved Fireworks User Permit for Wolverine Fireworks Display (5‑0)
• Approved Fireworks User Permit for Spielbauer Fireworks Co. (5‑0)
• Approved Off‑Site Retail Outlet AB‑105 for North Pillar Brewing event (5‑0)
• Approved Original Bartender/Operator Licenses to Julie C. Bird, Caterina L. Collins, Norman J. Green, Valarie L. Miller (5‑0)
• Postponed Summons & Complaint against Cloud X to Sept 2 meeting (5‑0)
• Postponed Legislative Referral on fence code changes (5‑0)

Finance Committee

The Brookfield Finance Committee will meet to approve software agreements with Tyler Technologies, authorize insurance participation, and consider a public hearing for a sanitary sewer impact fee ordinance. The committee will also discuss budget communication plans.

• Resolution approving Enterprise ERP software agreement with Tyler Technologies
• Consideration of scheduling a public hearing for a sanitary sewer impact fee ordinance
• Authorization for continued participation in Cities and Villages Mutual Insurance Company
• Discussion on format for special meeting regarding budget options
• Approval of vouchers exceeding $50,000

The committee approved several resolutions, including vouchers over $50,000, a support agreement for MUNIS software, city financial policies on budgets and utility reserves, and continued participation in the Cities and Villages Mutual Insurance Company. It also adopted staff recommendations to recommend the Common Council adopt a sanitary sewer impact fee ordinance for the Brookfield Square and Deer Creek East basins and to schedule a public hearing on the ordinance. A separate motion asked staff to study an exemption for low‑cost or affordable housing developments.

• Approved July 15 minutes (5-0)
• Approved vouchers >$50,000 (6-0)
• Approved MUNIS software support agreement (6-0)
• Approved city operating budget and fund balance policies (7-0)
• Approved utility financial reserves policy (7-0)
• Approved continued participation in Cities and Villages Mutual Insurance (7-0)
• Adopted recommendation to schedule public hearing for sanitary sewer impact fee ordinance (7-0)
• Requested staff review exemption for affordable‑housing developments in impact fee ordinance (7-0)

Common Council

The Common Council will discuss a proposal to provide fire and emergency services to the Village of Butler in a closed session. The meeting also includes votes on city financial policies, employee pay rates for 2026, and several land use amendments.

• Closed session to deliberate an Intergovernmental Agreement for fire and emergency services to the Village of Butler
• Ordinance establishing pay rates for non-represented City of Brookfield titles effective January 1, 2026
• Comprehensive Plan amendment for 450 N. Sunny Slope Road
• Resolutions for city financial policies regarding operating budgets, general fund balance, and utility financial reserves
• Contract award for employee dental insurance for the 2026 calendar year

The Brookfield Common Council approved the AB‑105 off‑premise retail outlet sales license for North Pillar Brewing at Wirth Park Beer Garden, with a 14‑0 vote. The council also approved several other resolutions, including a plan amendment for 450 N. Sunny Slope Road (13‑1) and appointments to the Economic Development Committee. A motion to remove an original bartender license application for Marcellena Shamley was carried 14‑0, and a closed session was authorized to discuss fire and emergency services for the Village of Butler.

• Approved all consent agenda items except Item #2a (14‑0)
• Approved amendment to Bishops Woods Neighborhood Plan and 2050 Comprehensive Plan for 450 N. Sunny Slope Road (13‑1)
• Approved AB‑105 off‑premise retail outlet sales license for North Pillar Brewing at Wirth Park Beer Garden (14‑0)
• Approved Original Bartender/Operator license for Charles D. Walker
• Approved Original Class B Beer & Liquor license for Uncle Julio's, 245 S. Moorland Rd.
• Approved appointment of Michelle Bougie, Greg Copeland, Sam Hughes to Economic Development Committee
• Removed application for Original Bartender license for Marcellena Shamley from agenda (14‑0)
• Authorized closed session to discuss fire and emergency services agreement with Village of Butler (14‑0)

Plan Commission

The Brookfield Plan Commission will hold a public hearing and vote on two interrelated tax-increment financing (TIF) districts—proposed TID 9 at 15875 W Bluemound Rd and Amendment 2 to TID 8 at Brookfield Square Mall—before forwarding resolutions to the Common Council. The meeting will also consider a 210-unit mixed-use project at 450 N Sunny Slope Rd, a certified survey map for 13935 Bishops Dr, exterior building modifications for the IHOP/Applebee’s at 1005 S Moorland Rd, and a church expansion at 13445 Hampton Rd.

• Vote on TID 9 project plan at 15875 W Bluemound Rd with potential $11.5M transfer from TID 8
• Vote on TID 8 Amendment 2 to allocate $11.5M to TID 9 for public market construction
• 210-unit mixed-use project at 450 N Sunny Slope Rd requiring Future Land Use Map amendment
• Certified survey map for 13935 Bishops Dr to split one lot into two lots and one outlot
• Exterior building modifications (Trade Dress) for IHOP/Applebee’s at 1005 S Moorland Rd

The commission adopted a resolution supporting the creation of Tax Increment District No. 9, including its name, number and boundaries, with a 6‑0 vote. It also adopted a resolution supporting Amendment Two to Tax Increment District No. 8, confirming no boundary change, also by a 6‑0 vote. Both resolutions note they require subsequent Common Council action. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved minutes of July 7, 2025 meeting (6‑0)
• Closed public hearing on TID proposals (6‑0)
• Approved Project Plan for Tax Increment District No. 9, including name, number and boundaries (6‑0)
• Approved Project Plan for Amendment Two to Tax Increment District No. 8, confirming unchanged boundaries (6‑0)

Library Board

The Library Board of Trustees will review financial reports and expenditures from June 2025. The board is scheduled to discuss the 2026 budget, including a budget narrative and account summaries.

• Review of June 2025 Financial Report and Expenditures
• Discussion of 2026 Budget materials and narrative
• Update on library logo
• Appointment of nominating committee by the President

The Library Board approved the minutes of the June 18, 2025 meeting, accepted the June 2025 financial report, approved June 2025 expenditures, approved the August 2025 Director's Report, and adopted the 2026 Library Budget. All motions carried unanimously with a 9‑0 vote.

• Approved June 18, 2025 meeting minutes (9-0)
• Accepted June 2025 financial report (9-0)
• Approved June 2025 expenditures (9-0)
• Approved August 2025 Director's Report (9-0)
• Approved 2026 Library Budget (9-0)
• Adjourned meeting (9-0)

Joint Review Board

The Joint Review Board is discussing the creation of Tax Increment District (TID) No. 9 and an amendment to TID No. 8. The meeting focuses on proposed cash grants for site improvements and a public market at the former Boston Store site.

• Proposed creation of Tax Increment District No. 9
• Proposed Amendment Two to Tax Increment District No. 8
• Cash grant requests from Irgens for site and utility improvements at 15875 West Bluemound Road
• Cash grant requests from Visit Brookfield for land acquisition and a public market at 15875 West Bluemound Road
• Election of Chairperson and Public Member for TID No. 9

The board elected John Fellows as the public member of Tax Increment District 9 (motion carried 4‑0). They also elected Mayor Steven Ponto as chairperson of Tax Increment District 9 (motion carried 5‑0). The board approved the November 15, 2024 meeting minutes (motion carried 4‑0, with one abstention). The meeting was adjourned (motion carried 5‑0).

• Elected John Fellows as public member of Tax Increment District 9 (4‑0)
• Elected Mayor Steven Ponto as chairperson of Tax Increment District 9 (5‑0)
• Approved November 15, 2024 Joint Review Board meeting minutes (4‑0, 1 abstention)
• Adjourned the meeting (5‑0)

Park & Recreation Commission

The Park & Recreation Commission will consider the 2026 department budget and the 2026–2031 Capital Improvement Plan. Members will also discuss a proposed disc golf course and a utility easement.

• Consideration of the 2026 Parks, Recreation And Forestry Department Budget
• Consideration of the 2026–2031 Capital Improvement Plan
• Discussion of a disc golf course concept at Mary Knoll Park
• Approval of WE Energies Easement On BR C1108-991

The Parks and Recreation Commission approved the June 2, 2025 meeting minutes, a WE Energies easement on city land, the 2026 Parks, Recreation & Forestry budget, and the 2026‑2031 Capital Improvement Plan, each with a 6‑0 vote. The commission also discussed the concept of a disc‑golf course at Mary Knoll Park and adjourned at 7:51 p.m.

• Approved June 2, 2025 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Approved WE Energies easement on BR C1108-991 city lands (6-0)
• Approved 2026 Parks, Recreation & Forestry budget (6-0)
• Approved 2026‑2031 Capital Improvement Plan (6-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:51 p.m. (6-0)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Brookfield Board of Zoning Appeals will meet to consider a variance request for a nonconforming attached garage reconstruction at 3365 Fiebrantz Rd. The board will also review minutes from its April 10, 2025 meeting.

• Variance request from Christopher and Stephanie Lamb for garage reconstruction at 3365 Fiebrantz Rd.

The board approved the April 10, 2025 Board of Zoning Appeals minutes by a 5‑0 vote. It then granted a variance allowing Christopher and Stephanie Lamb to reconstruct their non‑conforming attached garage at 3365 Fiebrantz Road, with the condition that no other structure be built on the property, also by a 5‑0 vote. The meeting was adjourned by a 4‑0 vote.

• Approved April 10, 2025 Board of Zoning Appeals minutes (5-0)
• Granted variance for reconstruction of attached garage at 3365 Fiebrantz Rd, condition: no other structure may be built (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (4-0)

Human Resources & Public Safety Committee

The Human Resources and Public Safety Committee will discuss police association arbitration and health insurance performance. The body will also consider a salary ordinance addendum and a dental insurance program for 2026.

• 2026 Salary Ordinance Addendum
• Resolution Approving The 2026 Dental Insurance Program
• Brookfield Professional Police Association Arbitration Discussion
• 2025 Year-To-Date Review Of Health Insurance Experience

The Human Resources & Public Safety Committee approved the minutes from May 28, 2025 (4‑0). It also approved the 2026 Dental Insurance Program renewal with no premium increase (5‑0). The 2026 Salary Ordinance Addendum, which sets a 2.5% wage increase for multiple employee groups, was approved (5‑0). The meeting was adjourned (5‑0).

• Approved May 28, 2025 minutes (4-0)
• Approved 2026 Dental Insurance Program renewal (5-0)
• Approved 2026 Salary Ordinance Addendum with 2.5% wage increases (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

Public Hearings

The Common Council will hold public hearings regarding two proposed amendments to the 2050 Comprehensive Plan. These requests by Atlantic Residential aim to change the land use designation for a 6.4434-acre property to allow for higher density and mixed-use development.

• Proposed change of 450 N Sunny Slope Rd from 'Employment Focused – Lower Density' to 'Mixed Use – Higher Density'
• Proposed amendment to Bishops Woods Neighborhood Plan to change 'Office/Research' to 'Mixed Use – Office/Research/Multi-Family' for 450 N Sunny Slope Rd

Common Council

The Common Council will hold a public hearing regarding comprehensive plan amendments for a property at 450 N. Sunny Slope Rd. The body will also consider several infrastructure contracts, liquor licenses, and intergovernmental agreements.

• Public hearing to change 450 N. Sunny Slope Rd. from Employment/Focused to Mixed Use
• Contract for 2025 Sanitary Sewer Grouting Project to Visu-Sewer Inc. for $254,941
• Contract for 2025 Asphalt Road Rejuvenation Project to Corrective Asphalt Materials LLC for $92,264
• Budget transfer of $80,000 for railroad quiet zone improvements on Springdale Road
• Contract for S. Moorland Rd Landscape Remediation Project to Property Solutions Contracting LLC for $29,000

The Common Council closed a public hearing on a land‑use amendment and approved the consent agenda. It transferred $80,000 from the contingency fund to Public Works for railroad quiet‑zone work and awarded several contracts, including a $254,941 sewer grouting project and a $92,264 road‑rejuvenation project. Additional resolutions approved various licenses, a fireworks permit, and a landscape remediation contract. A closed‑session was held to discuss a potential park land purchase.

• Approved $254,941 contract for 2025 Sanitary Sewer Grouting Project to Visu‑Sewer Inc. (14‑0)
• Approved $92,264 contract for 2025 Asphalt Road Rejuvenation Project to Corrective Asphalt Materials LLC (14‑0)
• Approved $80,000 transfer from contingency to Public Works Outlay for railroad quiet‑zone improvements (14‑0)
• Approved $29,000 contract for S. Moorland Rd Landscape Remediation Project to Property Solutions Contracting LLC (14‑0)
• Approved resolution for Bluemound Shops Partners LLC preliminary concept map (14‑0)
• Approved Original Bartender/Operator licenses (14‑0)
• Approved Original Class C Wine license for 29Ten Salon, 2910 N. Brookfield Rd. (14‑0)
• Approved Fireworks User Permit for Sokol Exclusive Events at Westmoor Country Club (14‑0)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will review a budget amendment to fund railroad improvements and evaluate city financial policies. The body will also discuss the 2026 budget review process and public communication plans.

• Proposed $80,000 transfer for railroad quiet zone improvements on Springdale Road
• Review of vouchers exceeding $50,000
• Review of financial policies for operating budgets and general fund balance
• Review of proposed financial policy for utility financial reserves
• Scheduling of special meetings for 2026 budget review and public feedback

The committee approved the minutes from the June 17 meeting and authorized vouchers over $50,000. It adopted a budget amendment moving $80,000 to fund railroad quiet‑zone improvements on Springdale Road. The committee also affirmed existing financial policies, approved a new utility reserve policy, set dates for 2026 budget review meetings, and adjourned.

• Approved June 17, 2025 minutes (6-0)
• Approved vouchers exceeding $50,000 requiring immediate action (6-0)
• Approved $80,000 transfer from account 07001700-590000 to 04500009-606000 for Springdale Road quiet zone (6-0)
• Affirmed city financial policies on operating budgets and general fund balance; directed staff to prepare council resolution (6-0)
• Approved proposed utility financial reserves policy; directed staff to prepare council recommendation (6-0)
• Set special Finance Committee budget‑review meetings for October 15 and 16, 2025 (6-0)
• Tentatively scheduled public‑feedback budget meeting for September 3, 2025 (consensus)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:51 pm (6-0)

Legislative & Licensing Committee

The Legislative & Licensing Committee will consider an ordinance to update city address requirements and a referral to change the fence code. The body will also review multiple alcohol, massage, and fireworks permit applications.

• Ordinance and policy to update building address numbers and address assignment requirements
• Legislative referral to change the fence code
• Original Class B Beer and Liquor License for Uncle Julio's at 245 S. Moorland Road
• Temporary Use Permit for Bobby Fest 5 at Bobby's Bar, 14735 W. Lisbon Road
• Fireworks User Permit for Sokol Exclusive Events, LLC at Westmoor Country Club

Common Council

The Common Council will discuss and potentially act upon an application from North Pillar Brewing, LLC. The request concerns the sale of beer at the City's Wednesday Night Concert Series in the Civic Plaza.

• North Pillar Brewing, LLC application (AB-105) for beer sales on July 9 and August 13
• Civic Plaza Beer Vendor Contract for Summer 2025 Events

The Common Council voted to approve North Pillar Brewing Co.'s application to serve beer at the Civic Plaza concerts on July 9 and August 13, 2025. Alderman Mahkorn moved the motion, Alderman Bloom seconded, and the motion passed unanimously 12‑0. The council then adjourned the meeting by a 12‑0 vote.

• Approved North Pillar Brewing Co. to serve beer at Civic Plaza concerts (12-0)
• Adjourned meeting (12-0)

Water & Sewer Board

The Water & Sewer Board will discuss the five-year capital improvement plan for water and wastewater facilities. The board is also considering the use of wastewater reserves to cover city budget gaps and a resolution regarding public fire protection rate cases.

• 2026-2030 Five-year capital improvement plan for wastewater and water facilities
• Discussion on using wastewater reserves for City budget gaps
• Resolution to direct charge public fire protection and file a rate case with the Public Service Commission
• Request to increase funding with Walter & Sons for east biosolids storage tank cleaning and disposal

The Water & Sewer Board unanimously approved a resolution allowing the City of Brookfield to direct‑charge public fire protection and to file a conventional rate case with the Public Service Commission. It also approved using wastewater reserves for city budget gaps, increased funding for cleaning the east biosolids storage tank, and adopted the 2026‑2030 capital improvement plan for wastewater and water facilities.

• Approved resolution to direct‑charge public fire protection and file rate case (5‑0)
• Approved use of wastewater reserves for city budget gaps (5‑0)
• Approved increased funding with Walter & Sons for east biosolids tank cleaning (5‑0)
• Approved 2026‑2030 five‑year capital improvement plan for wastewater and water facilities (5‑0)
• Approved minutes of the June 10, 2025 meeting (5‑0)

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will discuss a five-year capital improvement plan for streets, bike paths, and stormwater infrastructure. The board is also considering a cost-sharing agreement for a railroad quiet zone and awarding a project for asphalt rejuvenation.

• Proposed 2026-2030 Five-year capital improvement plan for stormwater infrastructure, bike paths and streets
• Intergovernmental Agreement with City of Pewaukee for Springdale Road median cost share for a railroad quiet zone
• Award of the 2025 Asphalt Rejuvenation project
• Traffic Control Device policy
• Resolution regarding SEWRPC plan amendment to Vision 2050 for County Trunk Highway K (Lisbon Road) west of Brookfield Road

The Board of Public Works approved the five‑year capital improvement plan covering stormwater infrastructure, bike paths, and streets. It also approved an intergovernmental agreement with the City of Pewaukee to share costs for a median on Springdale Road for a railroad quiet zone, and awarded the 2025 Asphalt Rejuvenation project. The Traffic Control Device policy and a resolution amending the SEWRPC Vision 2050 plan for County Trunk Highway K were likewise approved. All motions carried with a 5‑0 vote.

• Approved minutes of June 10, 2025 meeting (5‑0)
• Approved intergovernmental agreement with City of Pewaukee for median cost‑share on Springdale Road (5‑0)
• Approved award of the 2025 Asphalt Rejuvenation project (5‑0)
• Approved 2026‑2030 capital improvement plan for stormwater, bike paths, and streets (5‑0)
• Approved Traffic Control Device policy (5‑0)
• Approved resolution on SEWRPC Vision 2050 amendment for County Trunk Highway K (5‑0)

Plan Commission

The Plan Commission will review requests for property lot combinations and building modifications. The body will also hold a public hearing regarding a sign code variance and discuss definitions for high-density residential housing.

• Request to combine 16125, 16065, and 16015 West Bluemound Rd into one lot
• Exterior building modifications and trade dress for Target at 12725 W Bluemound Road
• Sign Code variance request for West Unitarian Universalist Church at 13001 W. North Avenue
• Discussion on the definition and upper limits of high density multi-unit residential housing
• Review of Sign Code language regarding Master Sign Plans and 'Main Sign' panels

The commission voted 6‑0 to repeal Special Exception Ordinance No. 1093. It also approved the preliminary concept map and the certified survey map that combine three parcels on West Bluemound Road into a single lot. All three motions required Common Council action but were endorsed by the Plan Commission.

• Repealed Special Exception Ordinance No. 1093 (6‑0)
• Approved preliminary concept map for 16125, 16065, & 16015 West Bluemound Rd (6‑0)
• Approved certified survey map for 16125, 16065, & 16015 West Bluemound Rd (6‑0)

Community Development Authority

The Community Development Authority will discuss the creation of Tax Increment District (TID) No. 9 and an amendment to TID No. 8. These actions would support cash grants for Irgens and Visit Brookfield to redevelop the former Boston Store site at 15875 W Bluemound Road, including the construction of a public market.

• Proposed creation of Tax Increment District (TID) No. 9
• Proposed Amendment Two to Tax Increment District (TID) No. 8
• Cash grant request from Irgens for site and utility improvements at 15875 W Bluemound Road
• Cash grant request from Visit Brookfield for land acquisition and construction of a public market at 15875 W Bluemound Road
• Financial Feasibility Analysis by Gruen Gruen + Associates regarding the Boston Store redeployment

The Community Development Authority approved the minutes of the August 22, 2023 meeting by a 7‑0 vote. The rest of the meeting featured presentations on Tax Increment District No. 9, cash‑grant requests for the former Boston Store site, and a financial feasibility analysis, but no motions or votes were recorded on those items.

• Approved minutes of August 22, 2023 meeting (7-0)

Board of Fire Appeals

The Board of Fire Appeals will consider a request from Cornerstone One (owner Four Goals LLC) regarding fire alarm installation requirements. The appeal concerns City of Brookfield Code Sections 8.08.060 and 8.08.080.B.

• Appeal by Cornerstone One regarding fire alarm installation at 20865 Enterprise Avenue

The Board of Fire Appeals denied Cornerstone One's appeal of the fire alarm installation requirement for 20865 Enterprise Avenue. The motion to deny was carried unanimously with a 3‑0 vote. The Board then adjourned the meeting, also by a unanimous 3‑0 vote.

• Denied appeal of Cornerstone One (Four Goals LLC) (3-0)
• Adjourned meeting (3-0)

Library Board

The Library Board of Trustees will meet to review the May 2025 financial report and expenditures. The board will also address unfinished business regarding the budget and set the date for the August meeting.

• Review of May 2025 Financial Report and Expenditures
• Discussion of budget under unfinished business
• Review of May 21, 2025 meeting minutes

The Brookfield Public Library Board of Trustees met on June 18, 2025. The board approved the May 21 minutes, accepted the May 2025 financial report, approved May expenditures, approved the June 2025 Director's Report, and set the next board meeting for August 6, 2025. All motions carried unanimously (7‑0). The meeting adjourned at 7:35 pm.

• Approved May 21, 2025 meeting minutes (7‑0)
• Accepted May 2025 financial report (7‑0)
• Approved May 2025 expenditures (7‑0)
• Approved June 2025 Director's Report (7‑0)
• Approved moving August board meeting to Wednesday August 6, 2025 (7‑0)
• Adjourned meeting (7‑0)

Legislative & Licensing Committee

The Legislative & Licensing Committee will consider several license renewals and new applications. This includes alcohol licenses for businesses and individuals, as well as a massage business license.

• Renewal Class B Beer & Liquor License with violations for Embassy Suites at 1200 S. Moorland Road
• Original Class C Wine License for 29Ten Salon at 2910 N. Brookfield Road
• Renewal Massage Business License for Find Your Balance Massage and Wellness LLC at 120 Bishops Way
• Original Bartender/Operator Licenses for six applicants
• AB-105 Brewery off-premise retail outlet applications for North Pillar Brewing and New Barons Brewing Cooperative

The Legislative & Licensing Committee approved original bartender/operator licenses for six applicants, an original Class C wine license for 29Ten Salon, a renewal massage business license for Find Your Balance Massage and Wellness, and two AB‑105 brewery off‑premise retail outlet licenses. The committee also postponed the renewal of a Class B beer & liquor license for Embassy Suites due to violations. All motions passed with recorded vote tallies.

• Postponed renewal of Class B Beer & Liquor License for Embassy Suites (4-0)
• Approved original bartender/operator licenses for six applicants (5-0)
• Approved original Class C Wine License for 29Ten Salon, LLC (5-0)
• Approved renewal Massage Business License for Find Your Balance Massage and Wellness LLC (5-0)
• Approved AB‑105 brewery off‑premise retail outlet licenses for North Pillar Brewing and New Barons Brewing Cooperative (5-0)
• Approved June 3, 2025 committee minutes (5-0)
• Adjourned the meeting (5-0)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will discuss parameters for the 2026 budget. The body is also considering changes to how city fees are recorded in the municipal code and the adoption of a fee schedule.

• Consideration of 2026 budget parameters
• Vouchers exceeding $50,000 requiring immediate action
• Ordinance to remove fee amounts from the City of Brookfield Municipal Code
• Resolution adopting City of Brookfield Fee Schedule

The committee approved the minutes from the June 3 and June 4 meetings. It approved vouchers over $50,000, an ordinance removing fee amounts from the municipal code, and a resolution adopting the city fee schedule, each with a 7‑0 vote. The committee also adopted the staff‑recommended 2026 budget parameters, including a 2.5% salary factor, a $9.3 million borrowing target, and a directive for departments to identify ways to close the $825,000 levy gap, again by a 7‑0 vote.

• Approved June 3, 2025 minutes (7-0)
• Approved June 4, 2025 minutes (7-0)
• Approved vouchers exceeding $50,000 (7-0)
• Approved ordinance to remove fee amounts from the code (7-0)
• Approved resolution adopting City fee schedule (7-0)
• Adopted 2026 budget parameters: 2.5% salary factor, $9.3M borrowing target, $825k gap closure directive (7-0)

Common Council

The Common Council will review a PDD rezoning and concept map for 13935 Bishops Drive. The body is also deciding on a new city fee schedule and several infrastructure contracts.

• PDD rezoning and preliminary concept map for Pinnacle Property Holdings LLC at 13935 Bishops Drive
• Contract for 2025 Pathway Rehabilitation Project awarded to LaLonde Contractors Inc. for $332,178.61
• Contract for 2025 Sanitary Manhole Rehabilitation Project awarded to Visu-Sewer LLC for $94,935.00
• Ordinance and resolution to update the City of Brookfield Fee Schedule
• Proposed revocation of liquor and beer licenses for Perseverance Corporation (Badger Burger)

The Common Council approved its consent agenda, which included a rezoning ordinance for Pinnacle Property Holdings at 13935 Bishops Drive. It awarded the 2025 Pathway Rehabilitation Project contract to LaLonde Contractors for $332,178.61 and the 2025 Sanitary Manhole Rehabilitation Project contract to Visu‑Sewer for $94,935.00. The council also adopted several licensing, parking, and policy resolutions, all passing unanimously.

• Approved consent agenda items (including rezoning, fee schedule) – vote 14-0
• Approved Ordinance No. 2897-25 rezoning of PDD #5 for Pinnacle Property Holdings at 13935 Bishops Drive – vote 14-0
• Awarded 2025 Pathway Rehabilitation Project #BP-25-02 to LaLonde Contractors Inc. for $332,178.61 – vote 14-0
• Approved parking restriction 6 am‑3 pm Mon‑Fri on west side of N. 126th Street – vote 14-0
• Awarded 2025 Sanitary Manhole Rehabilitation Project #SA-25-04 to Visu‑Sewer LLC for $94,935.00 – vote 14-0
• Revoked Class B liquor license of Perseverance Corp. dba Badger Burger, 12455 W. Capitol Drive – roll‑call vote 14-0
• Approved off‑premise brewery retail applications at Elmbrook Humane Society (20950 Enterprise Ave) and McKinley Brookfield Masonic Center (4550 N. Pilgrim Rd) – each vote 14-0
• Adopted Street Naming and Renaming Policy and Pedestrian Crosswalk Policy – vote 14-0

Police & Fire Commission

The Police and Fire Commission will meet to approve eligibility lists for various roles. These lists determine which candidates are eligible for promotion or hire within the city's emergency services.

• Approval of New Firefighter/Lieutenant Promotional Eligibility List
• Approval of New Detective Eligibility List
• Approval of Supplemental Candidates To the Police Officer Eligibility List

The Police and Fire Commission approved the minutes from the May 6, 2025 meeting by a 3-0 vote. It also approved a new firefighter/lieutenant promotional eligibility list, a new detective eligibility list, and supplemental candidates for the police officer eligibility list, each by a 3-0 vote. The meeting was adjourned at 3:25 pm.

• Approved May 6, 2025 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Approved New Firefighter/Lieutenant Promotional Eligibility List (3-0)
• Approved New Detective Eligibility List (3-0)
• Approved Supplemental candidates to Police Officer Eligibility List (3-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 3:25 pm (3-0)

Legal Notices

Members of the Common Council, Community Development Authority, Joint Review Board, and VISIT Brookfield will meet to hear potential redevelopment opportunities for the former Boston Store site at Brookfield Square. No official action will be taken by any government body during this meeting.

• Listening session regarding former Boston Store at Brookfield Square redevelopment

Joint Review Board

The City of Brookfield Joint Review Board will attend a listening session regarding the potential redevelopment of the former Boston Store site at the Brookfield Square Shopping Center. No action will be taken by the Board during this meeting.

• Listening session for redevelopment of former Boston Store site at Brookfield Square Shopping Center

Water & Sewer Board

The Water and Sewer Board will review budget strategies for 2026 and beyond. The body is also considering the award of a sanitary sewer manhole rehabilitation contract and several CMOM policies.

• Award of 2025 Sanitary Sewer Manhole rehabilitation contract project #SA-25-04
• Review of 2026 and future budget strategies
• 2024 Compliance Maintenance Annual Report for City of Brookfield and Fox River Water Pollution Control Center
• CMOM policies regarding asset management, customer service, regulatory compliance, and maintenance of rights of way and easements

The Water & Sewer Board approved the minutes from the May 13, 2025 meeting, the 2024 Compliance Maintenance Annual Report, and awarded the 2025 Sanitary Sewer Manhole rehabilitation contract (project #SA-24-04). The board also adopted four CMOM policies covering asset management, customer service, rights‑of‑way maintenance, and regulatory compliance. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved minutes of May 13, 2025 meeting (5-0)
• Approved 2024 Compliance Maintenance Annual Report (5-0)
• Approved award of 2025 Sanitary Sewer Manhole rehabilitation contract #SA-24-04 (5-0)
• Approved CMOM Asset Management policy (5-0)
• Approved CMOM Customer Service policy (5-0)
• Approved CMOM Maintenance of Rights of Way and Easements policy (5-0)
• Approved CMOM Regulatory Compliance policy (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:20 pm (5-0)

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will discuss budget strategies for 2026 and beyond. The body is also considering new policies for pedestrian crosswalks and street naming and renaming.

• Request for parking restrictions across from 3150 N. 126th Street
• Award of Barker Road pathway replacement project #BP-25-02
• Street naming and renaming policy
• Pedestrian crosswalk policy
• Review of 2026 and future budget strategies

The Board of Public Works approved a parking restriction on the west side of 3150 N. 126th Street, adopted the street naming and renaming policy, and adopted the pedestrian crosswalk policy. It also approved awarding the Barker Road pathway replacement project (#BP-25-02) to LaLonde Contractors. All motions carried unanimously with a 5‑0 vote.

• Approved parking restriction across from 3150 N. 126th Street (5-0)
• Awarded Barker Road pathway replacement project #BP-25-02 to LaLonde Contractors (5-0)
• Reapproved the Street naming and renaming policy (5-0)
• Approved the Pedestrian crosswalk policy (5-0)
• Approved minutes of the May 13, 2025 meeting (5-0)

Plan Commission

The Plan Commission will consider requests from Pinnacle Property Holdings, LLC regarding rezoning and land reconfiguration for a property on Bishops Drive. The body will also discuss renewing the city's participation in a county-administered housing grant program.

• Planned Development District (PDD) rezoning for 13935 Bishops Drive
• Preliminary concept map to create two lots and one outlot at 13935 Bishops Drive
• Renewal of participation in the CDBG HOME Program for 2026—2028

The Commission approved the minutes from the May 12, 2025 meeting with a unanimous 6‑0 vote. No other actions or approvals were recorded in this session. The pending rezoning request for the Pinnacle property was discussed but no decision was taken.

• Approved May 12, 2025 minutes (6‑0)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will meet to review strategies for the 2026 and future budgets. The body will also conduct an initial consideration of budget parameters for 2026.

• Review of 2026 and future budget strategies
• Initial consideration of 2026 budget parameters

The Finance Committee approved a series of budget adjustments to address the 2026 levy gap. It moved fire protection costs onto water utility bills, added highway response fees, reallocated funds from vehicle equipment and employee retirement levies, and approved other revenue and expense changes. The committee also retained mosquito and deer control funding pending further study and accepted projected staff‑reduction savings of $700,000. After these actions, a remaining budget gap of about $825,000 was noted.

• Shift public fire protection recovery to water utility customers ($13‑14 per quarter) – motion carried 7-0
• Impose additional fire department fees for state and county highway incidents ($50,000 revenue) – motion carried 7-0
• Reduce Vehicle/Equipment Replacement levy by $500,000, shift to General fund, retain $600,000 for police vehicles – motion carried 7-0
• Eliminate $50,000 levy allocation to Employee Retirement fund for terminal leave and retiree health – motion carried 7-0
• Retain funding for Mosquito and Deer control programs pending further study – motion carried 7-0
• Eliminate $25,000 contribution to Waukesha County Center for Growth – motion carried 7-0
• Use $250,000 from Health Insurance fund balance to subsidize 2026 employee health insurance – motion carried 7-0
• Accept projected $700,000 staff‑reduction savings – motion carried 7-0

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will review the issuance of General Obligation Promissory Notes and associated tax levies. The body will also consider high-value vouchers and receive an audit presentation.

• Resolution for the issuance and sale of $8,075,000 General Obligation Promissory Notes
• Review of vouchers exceeding $50,000
• Audit presentation of 2024 annual comprehensive financial report by Baker Tilly US, LLP

The Finance Committee approved the minutes from the May 20 meeting (6‑0). It approved vouchers exceeding $50,000 that required immediate action (6‑0). It approved a resolution authorizing the issuance and sale of $8,075,000 in General Obligation Promissory Notes and the associated tax levy (6‑0). The audit presentation was informational only and no action was taken on it.

• Approved May 20, 2025 Finance Committee minutes (6‑0)
• Approved vouchers exceeding $50,000 requiring immediate action (6‑0)
• Approved resolution authorizing issuance and sale of $8,075,000 General Obligation Promissory Notes and levying a tax (6‑0)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:36 pm (6‑0)

Legislative & Licensing Committee

The Legislative & Licensing Committee will consider several license applications, including those with reported violations. The body will also review requests for renewal of existing alcohol licenses.

• Original Bartender/Operator License application with violations for Harpreet Singh
• Cigarette/Tobacco/Electronic Vape License application with violations for Cloud X at 13870 W. Greenfield Avenue
• Original Class B Beer and C Wine License application for Osaka Ramen Hibachi at 920 S. Moorland Road, Suite 300
• Resolutions regarding Renewal Alcohol Licenses

The Legislative & Licensing Committee approved the May 20 meeting minutes (4‑0). It granted an original bartender/operator license to Harpreet Singh despite prior violations (4‑0). The committee directed the City Attorney to issue a summons and complaint to Cloud X for a tobacco/e‑cigarette license (5‑0). It also approved an original Class B beer and C wine license for Osaka Brookfield Corporation (5‑0).

• Approved May 20, 2025 committee minutes (4‑0)
• Approved Original Bartender/Operator License for Harpreet Singh (4‑0)
• Directed City Attorney to prepare Summons & Complaint to Cloud X (5‑0)
• Approved Original Class B Beer and C Wine License for Osaka Brookfield Corp (5‑0)
• Adjourned meeting (5‑0)

Common Council

The Common Council will review the sale of General Obligation Promissory Notes and approve various alcohol licenses. The body will also consider vouchers exceeding $50,000 and a fireworks permit for the July 4th celebration.

• Sale of $8,075,000 General Obligation Promissory Notes
• Original alcohol licenses for The Jar (200 N. Moorland Rd.) and Had's Indian Cuisine (2345 N. 124th St.)
• Renewal of multiple alcohol licenses for the July 1, 2025 to June 30, 2026 license year
• Fireworks User Permit for the July 4, 2025 celebration at 2000 N. Calhoun Rd.
• Temporary alcohol licenses and agreement for Brookfield Village Beer Gardens

The Common Council unanimously approved the consent agenda and the May 20, 2025 minutes. It adopted a resolution to sell $8,075,000 in General Obligation Promissory Notes and levy a tax. The council also approved several new and renewal alcohol licenses, a fireworks permit for the July 4 celebration, and a temporary beer‑garden agreement for Brookfield Village Ltd.

• Approved consent agenda (unanimous)
• Approved May 20, 2025 council minutes
• Approved Resolution No.11303-25 to sell $8,075,000 General Obligation Promissory Notes and levy a tax
• Approved Original Class B Beer & C Wine license for The Jar, 200 N. Moorland Rd.
• Approved Original Class B Beer & Liquor license for Had's Indian Cuisine, 2345 N. 124th St.
• Approved renewal alcohol licenses for July 1 2025 – June 30 2026 period
• Approved Resolution No.11306-25 fireworks user permit for July 4, 2025 celebration
• Approved Resolution No.11307-25 Brookfield Beer Garden Agreement and temporary alcohol license for Brookfield Village Ltd.

Police & Fire Commission

The Police and Fire Commission will meet to approve eligibility lists for various roles. These lists determine which candidates are eligible for promotion or hire within the city's emergency services.

• Approval of New Firefighter/Lieutenant Promotional Eligibility List
• Approval of New Detective Eligibility List
• Approval of Supplemental Candidates To the Police Officer Eligibility List

Economic Development Committee

The Economic Development Committee will receive reports on local business vacancy and absorption rates for industrial, office, and retail markets. The meeting also includes reports from the Convention and Visitors Bureau and the Waukesha County Center for Growth.

• Report on Brookfield vacancy and absorption for industrial, office, and retail markets for Second Quarter 2025
• Verbal Report of the Convention and Visitors Bureau (CVB)
• Report from the Waukesha County Center for Growth

The Economic Development Committee approved the draft minutes from the September 9, 2024 meeting with a 3‑0 vote, while Alderman Hughes abstained. The committee then moved to adjourn the June 2, 2025 meeting at 5:41 p.m., and the motion passed unanimously.

• Approved September 9, 2024 EDC minutes (3-0, 1 abstention)
• Adjourned meeting at 5:41 p.m. (unanimous)

Park & Recreation Commission

The Park & Recreation Commission will review a presentation from Rettler Corporation regarding the Wirth Park Athletic Complex. The body will also discuss budget strategies for 2026 and future years.

• Wirth Park Athletic Complex Concept Plan presentation by Rettler Corporation
• Street Banner Program consideration
• July 4th Parade and Family Fest planning concepts
• Review of 2026 and future budget strategies

The commission approved the May 5, 2025 meeting minutes (4‑0). It directed staff to develop final concept plans and cost estimates for the Wirth Park Athletic Complex. The commission voted 4‑0 to decline the street banner program. It gave feedback on 2026 budget strategies and instructed staff to incorporate needed concepts, then adjourned at 9:15 pm (4‑0).

• Approved May 5, 2025 minutes (4-0)
• Directed staff to prepare final concept plans and cost estimates for Wirth Park Athletic Complex
• Declined street banner program (4-0)
• Provided feedback on 2026 budget strategies and directed inclusion of concepts
• Adjourned meeting at 9:15 pm (4-0)

Public and Neighborhood Informational Meetings

The City of Brookfield is hosting an open house to gather neighborhood input on a conceptual plan by Miller Marriott Construction Co. The proposal involves converting the former Hillside Elementary School site into a residential subdivision. No formal action will be taken at this meeting.

• Proposed 15-lot single-family subdivision at 2250 Lynette Lane
• Demolition of the existing school building on the 8.95 acre property
• Proposed public green space and trail access to Canterbury Hills Park
• Requirement for a rezoning application and amendment to the 2050 Comprehensive Plan Future Land Use map

Human Resources & Public Safety Committee

The Human Resources and Public Safety Committee will meet to review year-to-date health insurance experience, introduce Fire Chief Chris Cass, and discuss 2026 budget preparation for police, fire, and human resources services. The meeting also includes a discussion on litigation strategy related to the Brookfield Professional Police Association, which may be addressed in closed session.

• 2025 Year-To-Date Review Of Health Insurance Experience
• Introduction Of Fire Chief Chris Cass And Discussion Regarding The City Of Brookfield Fire Department
• General Discussion On 2026 Budget Preparation Regarding Human Resources, Police And Fire Departments’ Services
• Brookfield Professional Police Association Litigation Strategy Discussion (may be considered in closed session)

The Human Resources & Public Safety Committee approved the minutes from the April 23, 2025 meeting by a 5‑0 vote. No actions were taken on the health‑insurance review, fire chief introduction, 2026 budget discussion, or police litigation topics. The meeting was then adjourned by a 5‑0 vote.

• Approved April 23, 2025 minutes (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

Library Board

The Brookfield Public Library Board of Trustees will discuss updates to the circulation and meeting room use policies. The board will also consider a certification for exemption from the county library tax.

• Certification of Eligibility for Exemption from County Library Tax
• Draft Circulation Policy
• Draft Meeting Room Use Policy
• Funds from Gifts and Memorials request for Everbright
• April 2025 Financial Report and Expenditures

The Brookfield Public Library Board unanimously approved several items, including the Library Board Certification of Eligibility for Exemption from County Library Tax, the Circulation Policy, the Meeting Room Use Policy, and a Gifts and Memorials request to purchase the Everbright. All motions carried with an 8‑0 vote. The board also accepted the April 2025 Financial Report, April 2025 Expenditures, and the May 2025 Director's Report.

• Approved Library Board Certification of Eligibility for Exemption from County Library Tax (8-0)
• Approved Circulation Policy (8-0)
• Approved Meeting Room Use Policy (8-0)
• Approved Gifts and Memorials Request to purchase the Everbright (8-0)
• Accepted April 2025 Financial Report (8-0)
• Approved April 2025 Expenditures (8-0)
• Approved May 2025 Director's Report (8-0)
• Approved minutes of the April 16, 2025 meeting (8-0)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will review a budget amendment for the 2025 Water Utility fund. The body will also consider vouchers exceeding $50,000 and discuss future budget strategies for 2026.

• Resolution to appropriate $40,000 for Industrial Well pump replacement
• Review of vouchers exceeding $50,000 requiring immediate action
• Discussion of 2026 and future budget strategies

The committee unanimously approved the minutes from the May 6 and May 14 Finance Committee meetings. It approved vouchers exceeding $50,000 for immediate action with a 7‑0 vote. It also approved a $40,000 amendment to the 2025 Water Utility fund to replace an industrial well pump, again 7‑0. The committee requested staff schedule a special meeting on June 4 at 6:00 pm to continue reviewing 2026 budget strategies.

• Approved minutes of May 6, 2025 meeting (7-0)
• Approved minutes of May 14, 2025 meeting (7-0)
• Approved vouchers exceeding $50,000 requiring immediate action (7-0)
• Approved $40,000 water utility fund amendment for industrial well pump replacement (7-0)
• Adjourned meeting (7-0)

Legislative & Licensing Committee

The Legislative and Licensing Committee will hold a hearing regarding the revocation of a liquor license for Badger Burger. The body will also consider several new and renewal alcohol license applications and a fireworks permit.

• License revocation hearing for Perseverance Corp. d/b/a Badger Burger Company at 12455 W. Capitol Drive
• Original Class B Beer and C Wine License application for The Jar at 200 N. Moorland Road
• Original Class B Beer & Liquor License application for Had's Indian Cuisine at 2345 N. 124th Street
• 4 Temporary Class B Beer Licenses for Brookfield Beer Gardens at 18725 Hoffman Avenue
• Fireworks User Permit for the City of Brookfield '4th of July Celebration' on July 4, 2025

The Legislative & Licensing Committee approved the May 6 minutes and revoked the Class B Beer and Liquor license for Badger Burger after a default. It also approved new Class B beer and wine licenses for The Jar and Had's Indian Cuisine, renewed dozens of existing alcohol licenses, and authorized temporary beer licenses with a city‑owned beer garden. A fireworks user permit for the July 4 celebration was also approved.

• Approved May 6, 2025 committee minutes (5-0)
• Found Mr. Weiss in default and revoked Badger Burger Class B Beer & Liquor License (5-0)
• Approved Original Class B Beer & C Wine License for The Jar Inc. (5-0)
• Approved Original Class B Beer & Liquor License for HS Products LLC (5-0)
• Approved renewal alcohol licenses for listed applicants (5-0)
• Approved temporary Class B Beer licenses and Brookfield Beer Garden Agreement (5-0)
• Approved Fireworks User Permit for July 4, 2025 city celebration (5-0)

Common Council

The Common Council will consider several infrastructure contracts and land use permits. The meeting includes a closed session to negotiate the purchase of Wirth Park lands from Waukesha County.

• Contract for 2025 Pilgrim Road Pathway Project with Super Western Inc. for $634,014.81
• Contract for 2025 Road Surface Treatment Project #R-25-03 with Fahrner Asphalt Sealers LLC for $391,670.10
• Contract for 2025 Epoxy Pavement Marking Project #R-25-02 with Century Traffic LLC for $74,630
• Budget amendment of $40,000 for Industrial Well pump replacement
• Temporary Use Permit for Brookfalls Farmers' Market at 16900 and 17000 W. Capitol Drive

The Common Council approved the consent agenda unanimously and adopted a $40,000 water utility fund amendment. It approved several licensing applications, denied one solicitor license, and awarded major public works contracts, including a $634,014.81 contract for the Pilgrim Road Pathway. The council also appointed a school representative to the Economic Development Committee and designated the Waukesha Freeman as the official newspaper for 2025‑2026.

• Approved Consent Agenda (14-0)
• Approved $40,000 water utility fund amendment (14-0)
• Approved Original Bartender/Operator license for Michael Griffin (14-0)
• Denied Solicitor/Transient Merchant license for Jeffrey Wagner (14-0)
• Approved mosquito control services contract up to $93,000 with Clarke Environmental Mosquito Management Inc (14-0)
• Awarded Road Surface Treatment contract to Fahrner Asphalt Sealers LLC for $391,670.10 (14-0)
• Awarded Pilgrim Road Pathway contract to Super Western Inc. for $634,014.81 (14-0)
• Designated Waukesha Freeman as Official Newspaper for 2025‑2026 (14-0)

Finance Committee

The Brookfield Finance Committee will hold a special meeting to review strategies for the 2026 budget and future fiscal planning. This is a discussion-only item; no other substantive business is on the agenda.

• Review of 2026 and future budget strategies (discussion only)

The Finance Committee met on May 14, 2025 to review 2026 budget shortfalls and discuss post‑referendum options. Members examined projected gaps of $4 million in 2026 and $7 million in 2029 and considered revenue, cost‑saving, and reserve options. No formal action was taken; staff was asked to refine option summaries for future consideration. The meeting was adjourned at 9:46 pm by a 7‑0 vote.

• Adjourned meeting at 9:46 pm (vote 7‑0)

Water & Sewer Board

The Brookfield Water and Sewer Board will consider awarding a contract for lining the Industrial Well casing and replacing pump equipment. They will also discuss an intergovernmental cooperation agreement with MMSD for pipe bursting private sanitary sewer laterals, a request for adjustment to a water and sewer bill at 18985 W. Capitol Drive, and the dedication of a water distribution system for Milwaukee Tool at 13135 W. Lisbon Road. The meeting includes approval of April 8, 2025, minutes.

• Request for adjustment to water and sewer bill at 18985 W. Capitol Drive
• Award of contract for lining the Industrial Well casing and replacing pump equipment
• Intergovernmental Cooperation Agreement with MMSD for pipe bursting private sanitary sewer laterals
• Dedication of water distribution system for Milwaukee Tool at 13135 W. Lisbon Road

The board approved the minutes from the April 8, 2025 meeting. It also approved a request to adjust the water and sewer bill for 18985 W. Capitol Drive, awarded a contract to line the industrial well and replace pump equipment, and approved an intergovernmental agreement with MMSD for pipe bursting private sanitary sewer laterals. Additionally, the board approved the dedication of the water distribution system at Milwaukee Tool, 13135 W. Lisbon Road.

• Approved April 8, 2025 meeting minutes (5‑0)
• Approved adjustment request for water/sewer bill at 18985 W. Capitol Drive (5‑0)
• Approved award of contract to line industrial well casing and replace pump equipment (5‑0)
• Approved Intergovernmental Cooperation Agreement with MMSD for pipe bursting private sanitary sewer laterals (5‑0)
• Approved dedication of water distribution system for Milwaukee Tool, 13135 W. Lisbon Road (5‑0)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:08 pm (5‑0)

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will consider awarding contracts for road surface treatment, pavement marking, and a pathway extension. The board will also review a citizen request for a safety sign in the Chateau Royale subdivision.

• Award of 2025 Road Surface Treatment (Microsurfacing) project #R-25-02
• Award of 2025 Epoxy Pavement Marking project R-25-03
• Award of Pilgrim Road pathway extension project #BP-25-01
• Citizen request for a Disabled Child at Play sign in the Chateau Royale subdivision

The Board of Public Works voted 5-0 to deny the citizen request for a Disabled Child at Play sign in the Chateau Royale subdivision and suggested the neighborhood association install private signs. The Board also approved the award of three infrastructure projects: a 2025 road surface treatment (microsurfacing) project #R-25-02, a 2025 epoxy pavement marking project R-25-03, and the Pilgrim Road pathway extension project #BP-25-01. All motions were carried unanimously.

• Denied Disabled Child at Play sign request (5-0)
• Approved 2025 Road Surface Treatment (Microsurfacing) project #R-25-02 (5-0)
• Approved 2025 Epoxy Pavement Marking project R-25-03 (5-0)
• Approved Pilgrim Road pathway extension project #BP-25-01 (5-0)

Plan Commission

The Plan Commission will discuss a concept for a 210-unit residential building and consider several permit requests. Three items on the agenda require subsequent Common Council action for final approval.

• Consultation on a 210-unit mixed-use residential building at 450 N Sunny Slope Road
• Temporary Use Permit for Brookfalls Farmers’ Market at 16900 & 17000 W Capitol Drive
• Request to split 14260 W Greenfield Ave into one lot and one outlot
• Revised plan for a 7,600 square foot new restaurant at 315 S Moorland Road

The commission approved the March 10, 2025 meeting minutes by a 7‑0 vote. It also approved a temporary use permit for the Brookfalls Farmers’ Market to operate on Sundays at 16900 and 17000 W Capitol Drive from June 1 to October 26, by a 7‑0 vote. No action was taken on the Atlantic Residential mixed‑use development concept.

• Approved March 10, 2025 minutes (7-0)
• Approved temporary use permit for Brookfalls Farmers’ Market (7-0)
• No action taken on Atlantic Residential 210‑unit mixed‑use proposal

Legal Notices

This notice announces a social gathering for Common Council members. The event is not a formal meeting and no official city business will be conducted.

• Police Week Memorial Ceremony on May 12, 2025, at 9:00 a.m. at Civic Plaza Fountain

Public Hearings

The Brookfield Common Council will hold a public hearing on an application by Pinnacle Property Holdings LLC to rezone 13935 Bishops Drive. The request includes adjusting boundaries of existing zoning districts and increasing the maximum Floor Area Ratio from 30% to 33% for the existing Pinnacle II and III office buildings. If approved, the changes would bring the buildings into compliance after a Certified Survey Map reconfiguration.

• Rezoning application for 13935 Bishops Drive (tax key BR C1150994018)
• Adjusting boundaries of Office & Limited Industry (O&LI) and Office & Limited Residential/Commercial/Light Industrial (O&L R/C/LI) districts
• Increasing maximum Floor Area Ratio from 30% to 33% in the existing Planned Development District
• Proposed Certified Survey Map to reconfigure the property
• Applicant: Pinnacle Property Holdings LLC

Legislative & Licensing Committee

The Legislative & Licensing Committee will consider a Summons & Complaint against Badger Burger at 12455 W. Capitol Drive for a hearing to possibly revoke its Class B Beer and Liquor license. The committee will also discuss a legislative referral to require all cannabinoid-containing products be sold from a physical brick-and-mortar location. Additionally, several new and renewal alcohol, massage, and solicitor licenses are up for action, including new owners for Mitchell's Fish Market, Famous Dave's, and Massage Envy.

• Summons & Complaint hearing to consider revoking Badger Burger's liquor license at 12455 W. Capitol Drive
• Legislative referral requiring cannabinoid products sold only from brick-and-mortar premises
• Original Class B Beer and Liquor license for Mitchell's Fish Market (new owner) at 275 N. Moorland Road
• Original Class B Beer and C Wine license for Famous Dave's at 15455 W. Bluemound Road
• Original bartender license for Jordan Baxter with violations

The Legislative & Licensing Committee approved the April 15, 2025 minutes and denied a Solicitor/Transient Merchant License for Jeffrey S. Wagner. It approved several new and renewal liquor, bartender, and massage business licenses, and issued a summons to Badger Burger to revoke its Class B Beer & Liquor License. The committee also directed the city attorney to draft an ordinance requiring all cannabinoid products be sold only from physical storefronts.

• Approved April 15, 2025 meeting minutes (4‑0)
• Denied Solicitor/Transient Merchant License for Jeffrey S. Wagner (4‑0)
• Approved Original Bartender/Operator License for Jordan Baxter (4‑0)
• Approved Original Class B Beer and Liquor License for Mitchell's Fish Market (4‑0)
• Approved Original Class B Beer and C Wine License for Famous Daves (4‑0)
• Approved New Massage Business License for Massage Envy (4‑0)
• Issued summons and complaint to revoke Badger Burger's Class B Beer & Liquor License (4‑0)
• Directed city attorney to draft ordinance requiring brick‑and‑mortar sales of cannabinoid products (4‑0)

Common Council

The Common Council will hold a public hearing on a rezoning request by Pinnacle Property Holdings LLC for 13935 Bishops Drive, seeking to adjust zoning boundaries and increase the floor area ratio from 30% to 33%. The consent agenda includes several financial items: borrowing up to $7,725,000 via general obligation notes, a $96,452.13 wastewater pump purchase, a $65,371 landscape project, and a $446,500 tennis court reconstruction. Various liquor, massage, and bartender licenses are also up for approval.

• Public hearing on Pinnacle Property Holdings LLC rezoning for 13935 Bishops Drive, including FAR increase to 33%
• Borrowing of not to exceed $7,725,000 via General Obligation Promissory Notes
• Wastewater Utility purchase of thickened biosolids transfer pump for $96,452.13
• Award of North Avenue East Landscape Project to Dan Larsen Landscape Inc. for $65,371
• Award of Wirth Park and Beverly Hills Park Tennis Court Reconstruction to Parking Lot Maintenance for $446,500

The Common Council unanimously approved two large borrowing authorizations of $7.725 million and $8.075 million via general‑obligation notes. It also increased the Parks capital‑improvement budget by $350,000 for the Wirth Park parking lot project. Additional approvals included a wastewater pump purchase, landscape and tennis‑court contracts, an ordinance repeal, and reappointments to the Plan Commission.

• Approved $350,000 increase to Parks capital‑improvement budget for Wirth Park parking lot (12‑0) – Resolution 11269-25
• Authorized borrowing up to $7,725,000 via General Obligation Promissory Notes (12‑0) – Resolution 11270-25
• Authorized borrowing up to $8,075,000 via General Obligation Promissory Notes (12‑0) – Resolution 11270-25
• Approved Wastewater Utility purchase of a thickened biosolids transfer pump for $96,452.13 – Resolution 11271-25
• Awarded North Avenue East Landscape Project contract to Dan Larsen Landscape Inc. for $65,371 – Resolution 11272-25
• Awarded contract for Wirth Park and Beverly Hills Park Tennis Court Reconstruction to Parking Lot Maintenance for $446,500 – Resolution 11279-25
• Adopted ordinance repealing individual bond requirement for certain positions – Ordinance 2896-25
• Reappointed Michael Franz and Scott Thomas to the Plan Commission for three‑year terms ending May 1 2028 – Resolution 11280-25

Police & Fire Commission

The Brookfield Police and Fire Commission will consider promoting a candidate to Assistant Chief of Police. The commission will first convene in closed session under state law to discuss the promotion, then reconvene in open session for a vote and possible additional discussion. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from the March 31, 2025 meeting and announcements about upcoming meetings.

• Promotion of a candidate to Assistant Chief of Police, considered in closed session with public vote to follow
• Approval of minutes from the March 31, 2025 Police & Fire Commission meeting (document: PCMINUTESMarch31-2025.pdf)
• Special meeting scheduled for June 3, 2025
• Next regularly scheduled meeting on August 5, 2025

The Police & Fire Commission unanimously approved the minutes from the March 31, 2025 meeting. It then voted 3-0 to promote Anthony Gatlin to Assistant Chief of Police. The meeting was adjourned at 3:15 pm by a 3-0 vote.

• Approved March 31, 2025 minutes (3-0)
• Promoted Anthony Gatlin to Assistant Chief of Police (3-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 3:15 pm (3-0)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will discuss and potentially approve several financial actions: amendments to the 2025 capital improvement budgets, authorization to borrow up to $7.725 million through general obligation promissory notes, and a $96,452.13 purchase of a thickened biosolids transfer pump for the Wastewater Utility. The committee will also review vouchers exceeding $50,000 and approve prior meeting minutes.

• Resolution authorizing borrowing not to exceed $7,725,000 via general obligation promissory notes
• Resolution approving purchase of a second thickened biosolids transfer pump for $96,452.13 from Wiliam/Reid division of Gasvoda and Associates
• Resolution approving amendments to the 2025 capital improvement budgets
• Review of vouchers exceeding $50,000 requiring immediate action
• Approval of April 15, 2025 Finance Committee minutes

The Finance Committee approved the minutes from the April 15 meeting and authorized vouchers over $50,000. It amended the 2025 capital improvement budget to add $350,000 to the Parks budget and increased the authorized borrowing for general‑obligation notes to $8,075,000. The committee also approved the purchase of a wastewater biosolids pump for $96,452.13. All motions passed unanimously (6‑0).

• Approved April 15, 2025 Finance Committee minutes (6‑0)
• Approved vouchers exceeding $50,000 requiring immediate action (6‑0)
• Amended 2025 capital improvement budgets to add $350,000 to Parks budget (6‑0)
• Authorized borrowing up to $8,075,000 via general‑obligation promissory notes (6‑0)
• Approved purchase of wastewater utility thickened biosolids transfer pump for $96,452.13 (6‑0)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:45 pm (6‑0)

Park & Recreation Commission

The Park and Recreation Commission will discuss and potentially act on the Wirth Park and Beverly Hills Park tennis court reconstruction project. They will also review the 2024 annual report. The meeting includes approval of minutes from the April 7 meeting.

• Consider Wirth Park and Beverly Hills Park tennis court reconstruction project
• 2024 Annual Report Presentation
• Approval of minutes from April 7, 2025 meeting

The Parks and Recreation Commission approved the minutes from the April 7, 2025 meeting by a 7‑0 vote. It then approved the consideration of Parking Lot Maintenance as the apparent low bidder for the Wirth Park and Beverly Hills Park tennis court reconstruction project, also by a 7‑0 vote. The meeting was adjourned at 7:27 p.m. with a unanimous 7‑0 vote.

• Approved April 7, 2025 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Approved consideration of Parking Lot Maintenance as low bidder for Wirth Park and Beverly Hills Park tennis court reconstruction (7-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:27 p.m. (7-0)

Forestation Committee

The Forestation Committee will meet to review a low bid for a landscaping project. The committee will also consider the approval of minutes from a March 2023 meeting.

• Consideration of contract award to Dan Larsen Landscaping, Inc for $65,371.00 for the North Ave East Landscaping Project TR242

The Forestation Committee approved the minutes from the March 6, 2023 meeting. It approved the low‑bid award of a $65,371 contract to Dan Larsen Landscaping, Inc. for the North Ave East landscaping project. The meeting was adjourned at 6:17 pm.

• Approved March 6, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved low‑bid award to Dan Larsen Landscaping, Inc. for North Ave East project, $65,371 (4-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:17 pm (4-0)

Legal Notices

The City of Brookfield is notifying residents to cut or destroy specific invasive and noxious weeds on their land. This action is required per Section 66.0407 of the Wisconsin Statutes to prevent seeds from spreading.

• Requirement to remove weeds including Canadian thistle, field bindweed, and poison ivy
• Applicability to lands owned, occupied, or controlled by residents out to the center of abutting highways

Public and Neighborhood Informational Meetings

The City of Brookfield is hosting an open house to gather neighborhood input on a conceptual plan by Atlantic Residential. The proposal involves replacing an existing three-story office building with a four-story residential building. No official action will be taken at this meeting.

• Proposed 210-unit multi-family residential building at 450 N. Sunny Slope Road
• Demolition of existing three-story office building on a 6.3-acre lot
• Proposed inclusion of studio, one- and two-bedroom units, co-working space, and live-work units
• Requirement for a rezoning application and amendment to the 2050 Comprehensive Plan Future Land Use map
• Public comment period scheduled for May 12, 2025, before the Plan Commission

Public and Neighborhood Informational Meetings

This is a neighborhood information meeting to discuss a proposed Planned Development District (PDD) rezoning for 13935 Bishops Drive. The applicant, Pinnacle Property Holdings, LLC, seeks to adjust zoning boundaries and increase the maximum Floor Area Ratio from 30% to 33% to accommodate a land reconfiguration splitting the property into two lots and one outlot via a Certified Survey Map. No formal action will be taken at this meeting; a public hearing is tentatively scheduled for May 6, 2025.

• PDD rezoning request for 13935 Bishops Drive (tax key BR C1150994018)
• Proposed increase of maximum Floor Area Ratio from 30% to 33%
• Land reconfiguration via Certified Survey Map to split property into two lots and one outlot
• Public hearing tentatively scheduled for May 6, 2025

Human Resources & Public Safety Committee

The HRPS Committee will review 2025 year-to-date health insurance experience, hear introductions from new Fire Chief Chris Cass and Police Chief Chris Garcia, and discuss the impact of a recent referendum on human resources, police, and fire department services.

• 2025 year-to-date review of health insurance experience
• Introduction and discussion of Fire Chief Chris Cass and the Brookfield Fire Department
• Introduction and discussion of Police Chief Chris Garcia and the Brookfield Police Department
• General discussion on referendum result and potential impact on HR, police, and fire services

The committee approved the March 26, 2025 meeting minutes, adding an amendment that Alderman Gary Mahkorn was present. A motion was passed to table the introduction of Fire Chief Chris Cass until the May 28, 2025 meeting. The meeting was then adjourned. All three motions carried unanimously with a 4-0 vote.

• Approved March 26, 2025 minutes with amendment (4-0)
• Tabled introduction of Fire Chief Chris Cass to May 28, 2025 (4-0)
• Adjourned meeting (4-0)

Library Board

The Brookfield Public Library Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting on April 16, 2025. Agenda items include approval of March meeting minutes, a financial report for March 2025, and reports from the director and Friends of the Library. Unfinished business covers architectural analysis, the 2025 budget, and a logo update. New business includes a draft allowable costs worksheet for the 2026 budget and a draft circulation policy.

• Approval of minutes from March 19, 2025 meeting
• March 2025 financial report and expenditures
• Unfinished business: architectural analysis, 2025 budget, logo update
• New business: Allowable Costs Worksheet for 2026 Budget (draft)
• New business: Circulation Policy draft (2025-04-16 Circulation DRAFT.pdf)

The Library Board approved the minutes from the March 19 meeting, accepted the March financial report and expenditures, and approved the April director's report. New items approved were the Allowable Costs Worksheet for the 2026 budget and an updated circulation policy. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved March 19, 2025 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Accepted March 2025 Financial Report (6-0)
• Approved March 2025 Expenditures (6-0)
• Approved April 2025 Director's Report (6-0)
• Approved Allowable Costs Worksheet for 2026 Budget (7-0)
• Approved Circulation Policy (7-0)
• Adjourned meeting (7-0)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will discuss proposed revisions to the 2025 capital budget and the 2025-29 capital improvement plan. The body will also consider resolutions regarding city investments, hardware purchases, and an agreement for building inspection services.

• Vouchers exceeding $50,000 requiring immediate action
• Purchase of server and storage hardware and software from CDWG, Inc.
• Intergovernmental agreement with the City of Waukesha for commercial building inspection services
• Proposed revisions to 2025 capital budget and 2025-29 capital improvement plan
• Review of unaudited 2024 financial statements

The committee approved several resolutions, including vouchers over $50,000, public depositories, authorized broker‑dealers, a server purchase from CDWG, Inc., and an intergovernmental inspection agreement with Waukesha. It adopted staff recommendations to cut the 2025 capital borrowing request from $12,330,000 to $7,785,000 and directed staff to draft a promissory‑note authorizing resolution. The 2026 budget development calendar was also approved.

• Approved minutes of March 18, 2025 meeting (5‑0)
• Approved vouchers exceeding $50,000 (6‑0)
• Approved resolution approving public depositories for Brookfield (6‑0)
• Approved resolution approving authorized broker/dealers for Brookfield investments (6‑0)
• Approved purchase of server and storage hardware/software from CDWG, Inc. (7‑0)
• Approved intergovernmental agreement with City of Waukesha for temporary commercial building inspection services (7‑0)
• Approved staff recommendation to reduce 2025 borrowing to $7,785,000 and direct preparation of authorizing resolution (7‑0)
• Approved 2026 budget development calendar (7‑0)

Legislative & Licensing Committee

The Legislative & Licensing Committee will vote on several new and renewed alcohol and massage business licenses, and consider an ordinance to repeal individual bond requirements (Section 2.24.020). All license actions are subject to further administrative approvals and payment of delinquent taxes/liquor bills.

• Ordinance repealing Section 2.24.020 for Individual Bond Requirements
• Temporary Class B Beer License for Brookfield Chamber of Commerce event at 19115 W. Capitol Drive on April 24, 2025
• Temporary Class B Beer and Wine License for Immanuel Lutheran Church event at 13445 Hampton Road on May 16, 2025
• Change of Agent for Class B Beer & Liquor PEDD License for Movie Tavern at 175 S. Moorland Road
• New Massage Business Licenses for Oasis Massage Brookfield (200 N. Moorland Road) and The Art of Wellbeing LLC (17700 W. Capitol Drive)

The Legislative & Licensing Committee approved several licenses and a repeal ordinance. An Original Bartender/Operator License was granted to Miles Waple. Temporary Class B beer and beer‑and‑wine licenses were approved for Greater Brookfield Chamber of Commerce and Immanuel Lutheran Church. An ordinance repealing Section 2.24.020 (Individual Bond Requirements) was also approved. All motions passed unanimously (5‑0).

• Approved Original Bartender/Operator License to Miles Waple (5‑0)
• Approved Temporary Class B Beer License to Greater Brookfield Chamber of Commerce for Connect After 5 event (5‑0)
• Approved Temporary Class B Beer and Wine License to Immanuel Lutheran Church for Bags and Brews event (5‑0)
• Approved Change of Agent for Class B Beer & Liquor PEDD License at Movie Tavern, agent LaMarvon J Jackson (5‑0)
• Approved New Massage Business License to Oasis Massage Brookfield, agent Lisa Remer (5‑0)
• Approved New Massage Business License to The Art of Wellbeing LLC, agent Kelly Gaukle (5‑0)
• Approved Renewal Massage Business License to Kneaded Pause Massage LLC, agent Cayla Cleppe (5‑0)
• Approved ordinance repealing Section 2.24.020 (Individual Bond Requirements) (5‑0)

Common Council

The Common Council will consider a consent agenda including approval of minutes, vouchers, depositories, broker/dealers, a server/storage hardware purchase from CDWG, an intergovernmental agreement with Waukesha for commercial building inspection, a salary ordinance amendment, highway statistics report, and a $275,515 sanitary sewer lining contract award to Visu-Sewer, LLC. A non-consent item involves a temporary Class B beer license for the Brookfield Chamber of Commerce event 'Connect After 5' on April 24 at Affordable Office Interiors.

• Award $275,515 contract to Visu-Sewer, LLC for 2025 Sanitary Sewer Lining project #SA-25-02
• Approve server and storage hardware purchase from CDWG, Inc. (dollar amount not specified in agenda)
• Approve intergovernmental agreement with City of Waukesha for temporary commercial building inspection services
• Amend 2025 Salary Ordinance Addendum (Ordinance #2880-24)
• Consider temporary Class B beer license for Brookfield Chamber of Commerce on April 24 at 19115 W. Capitol Dr., Suite N106

The Brookfield Common Council approved all items on the consent agenda and several individual resolutions. It awarded the 2025 sanitary sewer lining contract to Visu‑Sewer, LLC for $275,515 and granted a temporary Class B beer license to the Brookfield Chamber of Commerce. The council also reappointed a board member and adopted various financial and intergovernmental resolutions.

• Approved all items on the Consent Agenda (14‑0)
• Awarded 2025 sanitary sewer lining contract #SA-25-02 to Visu‑Sewer, LLC for $275,515 (14‑0)
• Granted Temporary Class B Beer license to Brookfield Chamber of Commerce for 'Connect After 5' (14‑0)
• Reappointed Randy Freeman to the Board of Review for a 3‑year term (14‑0)
• Approved purchase of server and storage hardware from CDWG, Inc. (14‑0)
• Approved intergovernmental agreement with City of Waukesha for commercial building inspection services (14‑0)
• Accepted the 2024 Highway Statistics Annual Report (14‑0)
• Authorized broker/dealers for City of Brookfield investments (14‑0)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will consider a variance request from Maura Foster to allow the continued existence and use of a detached garage at 19500 Gebhardt Road. The request seeks relief from Section 17.28.010(F)(2) of the municipal code. The meeting includes roll call and adjournment.

• Variance request from Maura Foster, owner of 19500 Gebhardt Road, to permit continued existence and use of a detached garage under Section 17.28.010(F)(2).

The Board of Zoning Appeals approved the June 8, 2023 meeting minutes by a 4‑0 vote. It then approved a variance allowing the existing detached garage to remain at 19500 Gebhardt Road, also by a 4‑0 vote. The meeting was adjourned with a unanimous 4‑0 vote.

• Approved June 8, 2023 Board of Zoning Appeals minutes (4-0)
• Approved variance for Maura Foster’s detached garage at 19500 Gebhardt Road (4-0)
• Adjourned meeting (4-0)

Fire Department/Safety Committee

The Brookfield Fire Department Safety Committee will meet to review and plan annual safety equipment testing, including fire apparatus pump and aerial tests, hose inspections, and respiratory protection programs. Members will also discuss a grant application to replace self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) tanks, with replacement budgeted for 2025.

• Fire apparatus pump test to be scheduled for spring/early summer 2025
• Fire apparatus aerial test to be scheduled for late summer 2025
• Annual firefighting hose inspection and testing to be coordinated by Lt. Dobratz
• AFG Grant submitted to replace SCBA tanks in 2025; current tanks last hydrostatically tested in 2022
• Bailout kit rope replacement budgeted for 2025, to be assessed with new SCBA purchase

Water & Sewer Board

The Water & Sewer Board will consider the 2025 Sanitary Sewer Main Lining project SA-25-02. The meeting also includes approval of March 2025 minutes and announcements. No unfinished business is on the agenda.

• 2025 Sanitary Sewer Main Lining project SA-25-02 under new business
• Approval of minutes from March 11, 2025 meeting

The board approved the minutes of the March 11, 2025 meeting by a 5‑0 vote. It approved the award of the 2025 Sanitary Sewer Main Lining project (SA-25-02) by a 5‑0 vote. The meeting was adjourned at 7:03 p.m. by a 5‑0 vote.

• Approved minutes of March 11, 2025 meeting (5-0)
• Approved award of 2025 Sanitary Sewer Main Lining project SA-25-02 (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:03 p.m. (5-0)

Board of Public Works

The Brookfield Board of Public Works will discuss and possibly act on the 2024 Highway Statistics Report and a proposed Sidewalk/Pathway Inspection and Repair policy that includes driveways. The meeting includes approval of March 11, 2025, minutes and routine announcements.

• Discussion of 2024 Highway Statistics Report and accompanying resolution
• Consideration of a new Sidewalk/Pathway Inspection and Repair policy addressing driveways

The Board of Public Works approved the minutes from the March 11, 2025 meeting (5‑0). It also approved the 2024 Highway Statistics Report after discussion of traffic to the recycling center (5‑0). The meeting was adjourned unanimously (5‑0). No other actions were formally decided.

• Approved March 11, 2025 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved 2024 Highway Statistics Report (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:35 pm (5-0)

Park & Recreation Commission

The Park and Recreation Commission will meet to approve minutes from the March 2025 meeting and recognize a retiring parks department employee. The body will also consider requests from the Jr. Lancers Baseball for Fairview Park improvements and from Waukesha County regarding utility work in Wirth Park and land acquisition for a highway project.

• Recognize Tom Mulhaney for 25+ years of service with the Parks and Recreation Department
• Consider Jr. Lancers Baseball request to implement improvements to Fairview Park
• Presentation on Waukesha County’s CTY HWY YY Underwood Creek Structure Replacement Project
• Consider Waukesha County request to authorize utility work within Wirth Park
• Consider Waukesha County request to secure ROW land from the city

The Parks and Recreation Commission approved the Jr. Lancers' request to improve Fairview Park and authorized Waukesha County to perform utility work within Wirth Park. It also voted to let the county secure right‑of‑way land from the city, with a recommendation to discuss the optimal start date. All motions were carried with recorded vote tallies.

• Approved March 03, 2025 minutes (6-0)
• Approved Jr. Lancers request to improve Fairview Park (6-0)
• Authorized utility work in Wirth Park (6-0)
• Approved Waukesha County request to secure ROW land from city (5-1, Nosbusch no)
• Amended motion to recommend discussion of start date for ROW work (5-1, Nosbusch no)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:26 pm (6-0)

Election

The Municipal Board of Canvass meets to review provisional ballots and canvass the results of local election contests from the April 4, 2025 election. The board will certify the municipal election results and determine the winners. This is a standard post-election procedural meeting required by state statute.

• Review of any provisional ballots
• Canvass and certification of local election contest results

The Municipal Board of Canvas reviewed and confirmed the election totals for the city's referendum question, comparing tabulator data with staff compilations and poll worker counts. The board completed and signed the official Canvass Report (Form EL-106). A motion to adjourn was carried unanimously (3‑0), ending the meeting at 4:50 p.m.

• Reviewed and confirmed referendum election totals (unanimous)
• Completed and signed Canvass Report (Form EL-106)
• Adjourned meeting (motion carried 3-0)

Police & Fire Commission

The Police and Fire Commission will hold a special meeting to consider personnel actions, including interviewing a department employee for promotion to police chief in closed session. The commission will also vote on abolishing the current firefighter/paramedic eligibility list and approving new eligibility lists for both firefighters/paramedics and police officers.

• Interview a police department employee and consider promotion to police chief (closed session per Wis. Stats. §19.85(1)(c))
• Abolish current Firefighter/Paramedic Eligibility List and approve new list
• Approve new Police Officer Eligibility List

The commission approved the minutes from the Dec. 19, 2024 special meeting (5-0). It approved the updated Firefighter/Paramedic Eligibility List (5-0). The meeting was moved into and then out of a closed‑door session (each 5-0). Finally, Mr. Chris Garcia was promoted to Police Chief (5-0).

• Approved Dec. 19, 2024 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved updated Firefighter/Paramedic Eligibility List (5-0)
• Moved meeting into closed‑door session (5-0)
• Moved meeting out of closed‑door session (5-0)
• Promoted Chris Garcia to Police Chief (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

Human Resources & Public Safety Committee

The Human Resources and Public Safety Committee will review 2024 and 2025 health insurance experience, discuss citywide succession planning and organizational design, and consider the Brookfield Professional Police Association arbitration strategy, which may be held in closed session. The committee will also consider a 2025 Salary Ordinance Addendum Amendment from the Common Council. Minutes from the October 2024 meeting are scheduled for approval.

• 2024 annual review of health insurance experience
• 2025 year-to-date review of health insurance experience
• General discussion on citywide succession planning and organizational design
• Discussion of Brookfield Professional Police Association arbitration strategy (possible closed session)
• 2025 Salary Ordinance Addendum Amendment (Common Council item)

The committee approved the minutes from the October 30, 2024 meeting by a 3-0 vote. It also approved the 2025 Salary Ordinance Addendum Amendment, reallocating three inspector titles, with a 3-0 vote. The board moved into closed session to discuss the Brookfield Professional Police Association arbitration strategy (3-0) and then adjourned (3-0). No actions were taken on the health‑insurance reviews or succession‑planning discussion.

• Approved Oct 30, 2024 minutes (3-0)
• Approved 2025 Salary Ordinance Addendum Amendment (3-0)
• Moved to Closed Session for police arbitration discussion (3-0)
• Adjourned meeting (3-0)
• 2024 health‑insurance review – discussion only, no action
• 2025 health‑insurance review – discussion only, no action
• Succession‑planning discussion – discussion only, no action

Legal Notices

Members of the City's Common Council will host an informal gathering for residents to learn about a referendum and ask questions. No official action will be taken by any governmental body during this session.

• Public information session regarding a referendum

Library Board

The Brookfield Public Library Board of Trustees will discuss and potentially act on a draft policy for public comments at board meetings. The board will also review the 2024 State Annual Report, financial reports for February 2025, and a director's report. Unfinished business includes an architectural analysis, 2025 budget, and logo update.

• Draft Public Comment at Library Board Meeting Policy (Public Comment Policy DRAFT 2025.pdf)
• 2024 State Annual Report (Brookfield Public Library 2024 state report signed.pdf)
• Architectural analysis (unfinished business)
• Budget 2025 discussion (unfinished business)
• February 2025 Financial Report and Expenditures

The Brookfield Public Library Board approved the February 2025 financial report, February expenditures, and the March director's report. It also accepted the State Annual Report and adopted the Public Comment at Library Board Meeting Policy, each with an 8‑0 vote. The meeting was adjourned at 7:45 pm.

• Approved February 19, 2025 minutes (8-0)
• Accepted February 2025 Financial Report (8-0)
• Approved February 2025 Expenditures (8-0)
• Approved March 2025 Director's Report (8-0)
• Accepted State Annual Report (8-0)
• Approved Public Comment at Library Board Meeting Policy (8-0)
• Adjourned meeting (8-0)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will review several resolutions including a budget amendment for police equipment and a road salt purchase agreement. The body will also address vouchers exceeding $50,000 and a specific insurance subrogation claim.

• Budget amendment to appropriate $102,500 to Police vehicle account 25011562-611000
• Vouchers exceeding $50,000 requiring immediate action
• Agreement with Wisconsin Department of Transportation for 2025/2026 winter road salt
• Subrogation claim of Artisan and Truckers Casualty Company (Progressive Insurance) for Beth Tribbey
• Resolution affirming City financial policy on debt post-issuance tax compliance

The Finance Committee unanimously approved all items on the agenda, including a $102,500 budget amendment for police vehicle equipment, a road salt purchase agreement with WisDOT, and a subrogation claim resolution. All motions passed 6-0.

• Approved minutes of March 4, 2025 meeting (6-0)
• Approved vouchers exceeding $50,000 requiring immediate action (6-0)
• Approved $102,500 budget amendment to Police vehicle account 25011562-611000 (6-0)
• Approved road salt purchase agreement with Wisconsin DOT for 2025/2026 winter (6-0)
• Approved subrogation claim resolution for Artisan and Truckers Casualty Company (6-0)
• Approved resolution affirming debt post-issuance tax compliance policy (6-0)

Legislative & Licensing Committee

The Legislative and Licensing Committee will consider several resolutions regarding alcohol licenses. These include new bartender licenses, agent changes, and license renewals.

• Original Bartender/Operator License application for Jaclyn A. Loosen
• Change of Agent for Class B Beer & Liquor License: FPG Krause LLC, 21600 W. Capitol Drive
• 6-month Renewal Class B Beer License: Buddy's Base Line, 2585 Pilgrim Road
• Original Class A Beer and Liquor License: Capitol Liquor, 13735 W. Capitol Drive

The Legislative & Licensing Committee approved all four license items on the agenda, including a new Class A beer and liquor license for Capitol Liquor, a change of agent for FPG Krause LLC, a six-month Class B beer renewal for Buddy's Base Line, and an original bartender/operator license for Jaclyn A. Loosen. All motions passed unanimously 5-0. The meeting adjourned at 7:33 p.m.

• Approved original bartender/operator license for Jaclyn A. Loosen (5-0)
• Approved change of agent for Class B Beer & Liquor License for FPG Krause LLC at 21600 W. Capitol Drive, agent Jean T. Davies (5-0)
• Approved 6-month Class B Beer License renewal for R&S Hospitality LLC d/b/a Buddy's Base Line at 2585 Pilgrim Road, agent John R. Suttner (5-0)
• Approved original Class A Beer & Liquor License for Harman Beer & Liquor Inc. d/b/a Capitol Liquor at 13735 W. Capitol Drive, agent Harman Kaur (5-0)

Common Council

The Common Council will vote on awarding a $3,397,672.74 contract for the 2025 Road Resurfacing Project and a $1,295,546 contract for water main relay. They will also receive the 2024 annual report from Visit Brookfield and the Brookfield Conference Center, and discuss a legislative referral about selecting among three development scenarios presented in December 2024.

• Award $3,397,672.74 contract to Stark Pavement Corp. for 2025 Road Resurfacing Project R-25-01
• Award $1,295,546 contract to UPI Construction for 2025 Water Main Relay W-25-02
• Award $73,186 contract to Outdoor Lighting Construction Co. for Street Lighting Replacement ST-24-01
• Approve $102,500 budget amendment for police vehicle equipment carryover from 2024
• Legislative referral to discuss selecting one of three development scenarios for future city growth

The Brookfield Common Council approved a consent agenda including contracts for road resurfacing, street lighting, and water main relay, plus various licenses and resolutions. A resolution opposing a legislative referral on development scenarios was approved 10-3. Several individual licenses and agreements were also approved unanimously.

• Approved 2025 Road Resurfacing Project contract to Stark Pavement Corp. for $3,397,672.74
• Approved 2024 Street Lighting Replacement contract to Outdoor Lighting Construction Co. for $73,186.00
• Approved 2025 Water Main Relay contract to UPI Construction, LLC for $1,295,546.00
• Approved resolution opposing Alderman Blackburn's legislative referral on development scenarios (10-3)
• Approved $102,500 budget amendment for Police vehicle equipment
• Approved road salt purchase agreement with Wisconsin DOT for 2025/2026 winter
• Approved new massage business license for Vicki Acupressure
• Approved original Class A Beer and Liquor license for Capitol Liquor

Legal Notices

This is a notice of an informal gathering where members of the Common Council will meet with Irgens to gather information about the former Boston Store site at Brookfield Square. No action will be taken at this meeting.

• Informal information-gathering session regarding the former Boston Store site at Brookfield Square

Information Technology Subcommittee

The Brookfield Information Technology Subcommittee will consider the 2024 Annual Technology Status Report and the 2025 Information Technology Plan. The meeting also includes approval of previous minutes and setting future meeting topics.

• 2024 Annual Technology Status Report
• 2025 Information Technology Plan
• Schedule and topics for future IT Subcommittee meetings

The Brookfield IT Subcommittee approved the 2024 Annual Technology Status Report and the minutes from the December 12, 2024 meeting, both by unanimous 3-0 votes. The 2025 Information Technology Plan was discussed but no action was taken. The subcommittee also scheduled future meetings to discuss governance policies including PII and AI.

• Approved 2024 Annual Technology Status Report (3-0)
• Approved minutes of December 12, 2024 meeting (3-0)
• Appointed John Hubert as chair for the meeting (unanimous)

Water & Sewer Board

The Water and Sewer Board will consider awarding the 2025 Water Main Relay Project W-25-02, approving an agreement with Mid-City Corporation to repair the Brookfield Square auxiliary well pump and motor, and accepting dedication of water distribution system improvements for Raising Cane’s at 12660 W. Capitol Drive. The board will also vote on minutes from the February 11 meeting.

• Award of 2025 Water Main Relay Project W-25-02
• Agreement with Mid-City Corporation to repair Brookfield Square auxiliary well pump and motor
• Dedication of water distribution system improvements for Raising Cane’s at 12660 W. Capitol Drive
• Approval of February 11, 2025 meeting minutes

The Brookfield Water and Sewer Board approved three items: the 2025 Water Main Relay Project #WR-25-02, an agreement with Mid-City Corporation to repair the Brookfield Square Auxiliary well pump and motor, and the dedication of water distribution system improvements for Raising Cane's at 12660 W. Capitol Drive. All motions passed 5-0. The board also approved the minutes of the February 11, 2025 meeting.

• Approved 2025 Water Main Relay Project #WR-25-02 (5-0)
• Approved agreement with Mid-City Corporation for well pump and motor repair (5-0)
• Approved dedication of water system improvements for Raising Cane's (5-0)
• Approved minutes of February 11, 2025 meeting (5-0)

Board of Public Works

The Brookfield Board of Public Works will consider awarding contracts for the 2025 Road Resurfacing project and the 2024 Street Lighting Replacement project, and will also discuss dedicating pathway improvements for the Raising Cane's restaurant at 12660 W. Capitol Drive.

• Award of the 2025 Road Resurfacing project #R-25-01
• Award of the 2024 Street Lighting Replacement, Project ST-24-01
• Dedication of pathway improvements – Raising Cane’s 12660 W. Capitol Drive

The Board of Public Works approved the award of the 2025 Road Resurfacing project #R-25-01, with Option 2 selected for complete curb and gutter replacement at Wirth Park. They also approved the 2024 Street Lighting Replacement project ST-24-01, which includes an 80/20 grant for lights and installation costs. The board approved the dedication of pathway improvements at Raising Cane's, 12660 W. Capitol Drive. All motions passed 5-0.

• Approved the minutes of the February 11, 2025, meeting (5-0)
• Approved the award of the 2025 Road Resurfacing project #R-25-01 (5-0)
• Approved the award of the 2024 Street Lighting Replacement project ST-24-01 (5-0)
• Approved the dedication of pathway improvements at Raising Cane's, 12660 W. Capitol Drive (5-0)
• Adjourned the meeting at 7:24 pm (5-0)

Plan Commission

The Brookfield Plan Commission will consider several legislative referrals regarding how much public money to spend on infrastructure for properties exceeding current capacity, and whether to expand infrastructure for higher densities. It will also act on specific development proposals, including amended condominium documents for The Grove, exterior modifications for a veterinary clinic, and a new medical spa construction.

• Discussion on public funds for infrastructure serving land use or density beyond existing capacity
• Discussion on expanding city infrastructure to support higher densities or new land uses
• Selection of one of three development scenarios presented to Common Council in December 2024
• Definition of high-density multi-unit residential and whether an upper limit should be set
• Approval of amended declaration and bylaws for The Grove condominiums at Walnut Grove Court and Chestnut Grove Court

The Brookfield Plan Commission approved three development requests: amended governance documents for The Grove condominiums, exterior modifications for a veterinary clinic at 18500 W Bluemound Road, and a new medical spa at 4030 Beaufort Drive. It also postponed several legislative referrals on infrastructure and density to future planning processes.

• Approved Amended Declaration and Bylaws for The Grove Homeowners Association (7-0)
• Approved minor revision for Lovet Pet Healthcare exterior modifications at 18500 W Bluemound Rd (7-0)
• Approved plan for Luna Med Spa new construction at 4030 Beaufort Dr, authorizing Mayor to execute development agreement (7-0)
• Postponed legislative referral on public funds for infrastructure to 2030 Comprehensive Plan update (7-0)
• Postponed legislative referral on infrastructure expansion to 2030 Comprehensive Plan update (7-0)
• Took no action on referral regarding development scenarios, forwarding prior resolution to Finance Committee (7-0)
• Postponed referral on high-density residential definition to coordinate with Alderman Reddin's referral (7-0)

Legal Notices

Members of the City's Common Council will hold an informal gathering for residents to learn about the referendum and ask questions. No action will be taken by any governmental body during this session.

• Public information session regarding the referendum

Finance Committee

The Brookfield Finance Committee will vote on several budget amendments and agreements. Key items include a $250,000 transfer to cover police salary overruns and a $120,000 water utility budget amendment for new meters. The committee will also consider a third amendment to the school resource officer agreement with the Elmbrook School District and the write-off of delinquent personal property taxes.

• Vouchers exceeding $50,000 requiring immediate action
• $250,000 to police salary accounts for costs in excess of budget
• $120,000 for additional water meter purchases
• Third amendment to agreement with School District of Elmbrook on school resource officers
• Consideration of write-off of delinquent personal property tax account balances

The Finance Committee approved all items on the agenda, including a $250,000 General fund budget amendment for police salaries, a $120,000 Water Utility budget amendment for water meters, a third amendment to the school resource officer agreement, and the annual Microsoft Office 365 license renewal. They also approved a policy on debt post-issuance compliance and a write-off of delinquent personal property tax balances. All votes were unanimous (7-0 or 6-0).

• Approved vouchers exceeding $50,000 (7-0)
• Approved $120,000 Water Utility budget amendment for water meters (7-0)
• Approved $250,000 General fund budget amendment for police salaries (7-0)
• Approved third amendment to school resource officer agreement (7-0)
• Approved Microsoft Office 365 license renewal (7-0)
• Approved debt post-issuance compliance policy (7-0)
• Approved write-off of delinquent personal property tax balances (6-0)

Legislative & Licensing Committee

The Legislative & Licensing Committee will discuss and consider resolutions for two original bartender/operator licenses and three massage business licenses (one new, two renewals). All license actions are subject to further administrative approvals and, for alcohol licenses, payment of delinquent taxes. The meeting also includes approval of previous minutes and announcements.

• Original bartender/operator licenses for Celina Ndiaye and Jaquelyn Zavala
• New massage business license for Vickie Acupressure at 14625 W. Capitol Drive, Suite 306, agent Deshu Wang
• Renewal massage business license for ARC Healing Massage LLC at 17345 W. Capitol Drive, Suite 1, agent Anthony Congemi
• Renewal massage business license for Natural Path Therapeutics LLC at 200 N. Moorland Road, Spa #2, agent Brittany Keller

The Legislative & Licensing Committee approved all items on the agenda, including two original bartender/operator licenses, one new massage business license, and two massage business license renewals. The committee also approved the minutes from the February 18, 2025 meeting. All motions passed unanimously 5-0.

• Approved February 18, 2025 committee minutes (5-0)
• Approved original bartender/operator licenses for Celina Ndiaye and Jaquelyn Zavala (5-0)
• Approved new massage business license for Vickie Acupressure, 14625 W. Capitol Drive, Suite 306, agent Deshu Wang (5-0)
• Approved renewal massage business license for ARC Healing Massage LLC, 17345 W. Capitol Drive, Suite 1, agent Anthony Congemi (5-0)
• Approved renewal massage business license for Natural Path Therapeutics LLC, 200 N. Moorland Road, Spa #2, agent Brittany Keller (5-0)

Common Council

The Common Council will discuss several budget amendments, including funding for police salaries and water meters. The body is also considering updates to vaping and fire protection ordinances and the reappointment of two Park & Recreation Commission members.

• Appropriation of $250,000 to Police salary accounts
• Appropriation of $120,000 for additional water meter purchases
• Third amendment to the school resource officer agreement with School District of Elmbrook
• Ordinance updates for Electronic Vaping Devices and Tobacco Products licenses
• Ordinance updating Fire Protection Systems Inspection and Maintenance Requirements

The Brookfield Common Council approved the consent agenda 14-0, which included budget amendments, an agreement with the school district, and ordinance updates. The council also voted 14-0 to cancel the April 1, 2025, meeting. No public comment or public hearings were held.

• Approved consent agenda 14-0
• Approved $120,000 water utility budget amendment for water meters (Resolution 11233-25)
• Approved $250,000 police salary budget amendment (Resolution 11234-25)
• Approved third amendment to school resource officer agreement with Elmbrook School District (Resolution 11235-25)
• Approved Microsoft Office 365 license renewal (Resolution 11236-25)
• Approved ordinance on electronic vaping devices and tobacco products (Ordinance 2893-25)
• Approved ordinance updating fire protection system inspection requirements (Ordinance 2894-25)
• Re-appointed Michael Davis and Sean Parkinson to Park & Recreation Commission (Resolution 11237-25)

Park & Recreation Commission

The Park and Recreation Commission will consider a request from Jr. Spartans Baseball to implement improvements at Lilly Heights Park. The agenda also includes an Eagle Scout presentation, an annual report from Elmbrook United Soccer Club, approval of minutes from January 6, 2025, and staff reports.

• Consider request from Jr. Spartans Baseball for improvements to Lilly Heights Park
• Eagle Scout presentation (attachment: Eagle Ceremony 2025 Mtg.MEMO.docx)
• Elmbrook United Soccer Club annual report
• Approval of minutes from January 6, 2025 meeting
• Next meeting date set for April 7, 2025

The Brookfield Parks and Recreation Commission met on March 3, 2025, and approved two items: the Elmbrook United Soccer Club annual report and a request from Jr. Spartans Baseball to implement improvements to Lilly Heights Park. Both motions passed unanimously (5-0). The commission also approved the minutes from the January 6, 2025 meeting. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved minutes from January 6, 2025 meeting (5-0)
• Approved Elmbrook United Soccer Club annual report (5-0)
• Approved Jr. Spartans Baseball improvements to Lilly Heights Park (5-0)

Economic Development Committee

The Economic Development Committee will receive reports on local business vacancy and absorption rates for the first quarter of 2025. The body will also review annual and quarterly reports from the Convention and Visitors Bureau and the Waukesha County Center for Growth.

• Q1 2025 vacancy and absorption report for industrial, office, and retail markets
• Visit Brookfield Final Annual Report 2024
• WCCG Brookfield Quarterly Report December 2024
• WCCG 2024 Annual Report

Legal Notices

Common Council members will host an informal gathering for residents to learn about a referendum and ask questions. No official action will be taken by any governmental body during this session.

• Public information session regarding the referendum

Election

The Municipal Board of Canvassers will meet to canvass the recent election results, review any provisional ballots, and certify the municipal election outcomes. The board is composed of the city clerk and two appointed electors. Candidates will be notified of the certified results via email.

• Review provisional ballots (if any) for non-local election results
• Certify municipal election results and determine winners for local contests
• Canvass statement completion and official certification

Library Board

The Brookfield Public Library Board of Trustees will meet on February 19, 2025, to discuss routine financial and operational reports, and to consider unfinished business including the 2025 budget, a logo update, and an architectural analysis. The board will also take up a new business item: authorizing the Library Director to submit the State Annual Report by the February 28 deadline, with board review deferred to March. A news release on the City of Brookfield Referendum will be presented.

• Authorization for Library Director to complete and submit the State Annual Report by February 28
• Discussion of 2025 Budget under unfinished business
• Presentation of City of Brookfield Referendum news release
• Consideration of Architectural Analysis and Logo update
• Review of January 2025 financial report and expenditures

The Brookfield Public Library Board of Trustees approved the January financial report, expenditures, the February librarian's report, the Library System Effectiveness Statement, and authorized the director to submit the State Annual Report by February 28. All votes were unanimous (6-0). The board also heard a Friends of the Library report noting 103 members and $32,502.23 in their account.

• Approved January 15, 2025 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Accepted January 2025 Financial Report (6-0)
• Approved January 2025 Expenditures (6-0)
• Approved February 2025 Librarian's Report (6-0)
• Approved Library System Effectiveness Statement (6-0)
• Authorized Library Director to submit State Annual Report by Feb 28 (6-0)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will consider several budget amendments to implement the 2025 salary ordinance and adjust insurance costs. The body will also review funding for technology and vehicle replacements and receive a presentation on city investments.

• Appropriation of $616,747 for Highway vehicle and equipment replacements
• Appropriation of $115,440 for replacement technology equipment and services
• Review of vouchers exceeding $50,000 requiring immediate action
• Budget amendments for General, Economic Development, and Fleet Services funds
• Presentation by PFM Asset Management regarding City investments

The Finance Committee unanimously approved several budget amendments for 2025, including adjustments for salaries, health insurance, and other costs across multiple funds. They also approved vouchers over $50,000 and received an informational presentation on city investments.

• Approved vouchers exceeding $50,000 (7-0)
• Approved General Fund budget amendment for 2025 salary ordinance and insurance costs (7-0)
• Approved Economic Development Fund budget amendment (7-0)
• Approved Self-Supporting Recreation Programs Fund budget amendment (7-0)
• Approved Fleet Services Fund budget amendment (7-0)
• Approved Wastewater and Water Utility funds budget amendment (7-0)
• Approved Health Insurance fund budget amendment (7-0)
• Approved Employee Retirement fund budget amendment (7-0)

Common Council

The Common Council will consider awarding a water main extension contract and approving several budget amendments for salaries, insurance, and equipment. The body will also review parking restrictions and business license renewals.

• Contract award to PT Contractors, Inc. for $1,718,000 for 2025 Water Main Extension #W-25-01
• Budget amendment of $616,747 for Highway vehicle and equipment replacement
• Budget amendment of $115,440 for replacement technology equipment
• Proposed parking restrictions on North Hills Drive from Brookfield Road to approximately 500 feet west
• Rejection of a $548,200 bid from Veit & Company, Inc. for Rolling Meadows Park Pond Dredging

The Brookfield Common Council met on February 18, 2025, and unanimously approved the entire consent agenda, which included a $1.718 million contract for the 2025 Water Main Extension, a rejected bid for park pond dredging, parking restrictions, and several budget amendments. No items were removed from the consent agenda, and no public comment or discussion occurred. The meeting adjourned at 7:10 p.m.

• Approved $1.718M water main extension contract to PT Contractors, Inc. (unanimous)
• Authorized water main installation and special assessments for 2025 Water Main Extension (unanimous)
• Rejected $548,200 bid for Rolling Meadows Park Pond Dredging from Veit & Company, Inc. (unanimous)
• Approved parking restrictions on North Hills Drive from Brookfield Road to 500 feet west (unanimous)
• Approved temporary beer and wine license for Immanuel Lutheran Church benefit auction (unanimous)
• Approved massage business license renewals for Heidis Therapeutic Massage and Life Spa (unanimous)
• Approved multiple budget amendments for salary ordinance and insurance costs (unanimous)
• Approved $115,440 for computer replacement and $616,747 for vehicle/equipment replacement (unanimous)

Legislative & Licensing Committee

The Legislative and Licensing Committee will consider two ordinances: one updating Chapter 5.14 to consistently reference electronic vaping devices and tobacco products, and another to repeal and recreate Section 8.08.160 and amend Subsection 8.08.140.G of the Municipal Code. The committee may also approve previous meeting minutes.

• Ordinance amending Chapter 5.14 for consistent references to electronic vaping devices and tobacco products
• Ordinance to repeal and recreate Section 8.08.160 and amend Subsection 8.08.140.G of the Municipal Code
• Approval of minutes from February 4, 2025 meeting

The Legislative & Licensing Committee approved two ordinances: one amending Chapter 5.14 to consistently reference electronic vaping devices and tobacco products, and another repealing/recreating Section 8.08.160 and amending Subsection 8.08.140.G. Both motions passed unanimously (5-0). The meeting minutes from February 4, 2025, were also approved.

• Approved ordinance amending Chapter 5.14 for vaping/tobacco references (5-0)
• Approved ordinance to repeal/recreate Section 8.08.160 and amend 8.08.140.G (5-0)
• Approved February 4, 2025 meeting minutes (5-0)

Legal Notices

This is a notice of an informal gathering, not a meeting where action will be taken. Members of the Common Council and possibly other city bodies will meet with Irgens to gather information about the former Boston Store site at Brookfield Square.

• Informal gathering with Irgens regarding redevelopment of former Boston Store at Brookfield Square

Water & Sewer Board

The Brookfield Water and Sewer Board will hold a public hearing, consider awarding a contract, and vote on a final resolution levying special assessments for the 2025 water main extension project W-25-01. The meeting also includes approval of prior meeting minutes and routine announcements.

• Public hearing for the 2025 water main extension project W-25-01
• Award of a contract for project W-25-01
• Final resolution levying special assessments for project W-25-01

The Water and Sewer Board held a public hearing and then approved the contract award and final special assessments for the 2025 water main extension project W-25-01. Residents raised questions about cost sharing, project necessity, and grant availability, but the board proceeded with approval. All votes were 4-0.

• Approved minutes of January 14, 2025 meeting (4-0)
• Closed public hearing for water main extension W-25-01 (4-0)
• Approved contract award for water main extension W-25-01 (4-0)
• Approved final resolution levying special assessments for W-25-01 (4-0)

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will discuss several infrastructure and traffic items. The meeting includes reviewing bids for a park project and considering parking and pathway changes.

• Bids for the Rolling Meadows Park pond dredging project SW-24-01
• Potential parking restrictions on North Hills Drive west of Brookfield Road
• Pathway replacement width on Barker Road from North Avenue to River Road
• Request by Brookfield Village, LTD. for amenities on Brookfield Road

The Board of Public Works approved no-parking signs on the south side of North Hills Drive from Brookfield Road to about 500 feet west, effective 6am-4pm, as a short-term solution. They also delayed the 2025 repaving project for the Village area until 2026 to allow public engagement on streetscaping, approved a 6-foot path width on Barker Road from North Avenue to Tennyson Drive and 8-foot from Tennyson Drive to River Road, and rejected bids for the Rolling Meadows Park pond dredging project.

• Approved no-parking signs on south side of North Hills Drive (6am-4pm) (5-0)
• Delayed 2025 Village repaving project to 2026 for public input (5-0)
• Approved Barker Road path width: 6 ft North Ave to Tennyson, 8 ft Tennyson to River (5-0)
• Rejected bids for Rolling Meadows Park pond dredging project (5-0)
• Approved minutes of January 14, 2025 meeting (5-0)

Legal Notices

This is an informal gathering, not a formal meeting. Members of the Common Council will gather information about the former Boston Store site at Brookfield Square. No decisions or votes will be taken. The agenda contains only this procedural notice.

• Discussion of former Boston Store site at Brookfield Square

Legal Notices

Members of the Plan Commission will meet with Irgens to gather information regarding the former Boston Store site at Brookfield Square. No official action will be taken by any governmental body during this informal gathering.

• Information gathering regarding the former Boston Store site at Brookfield Square

Legal Notices

Members of the Plan Commission will meet with Irgens to gather information regarding the former Boston Store site at Brookfield Square. No official action will be taken by any governmental body during this informal gathering.

• Information gathering regarding the former Boston Store site at Brookfield Square

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will consider several budget amendments and equipment purchases. The body is deciding on fund reallocations for the Lisbon Road project and various utility service contracts.

• Ordinance amending municipal code fees for ambulance service
• Resolution to appropriate $150,000 from the 2024 General Fund to the Fleet Services fund
• Purchase of Highway patrol truck upfits from Burke Truck and Equipment for $291,150
• Estimated $156,944 purchase of water treatment solutions from Martelle Water Treatment
• Resolution denying an excessive assessment claim by Brookfield Square Joint Venture

The Finance Committee unanimously approved all items on the agenda, including vouchers over $50,000, an ambulance fee ordinance, a fund reallocation for the Lisbon Road project, a $150,000 budget amendment for Fleet Services, a $156,944 water treatment chemical purchase, a biosolids disposal contract, $291,150 for highway patrol truck upfits, and denial of an excessive assessment claim. All votes were 7-0.

• Approved vouchers exceeding $50,000 (7-0)
• Approved ordinance amending ambulance service fees (7-0)
• Approved fund reallocation for Lisbon Road project (7-0)
• Approved $150,000 budget amendment for Fleet Services transfer (7-0)
• Approved $156,944 purchase of water treatment chemicals (7-0)
• Approved biosolids disposal contract with Walter and Son Waste Hauling (7-0)
• Approved $291,150 purchase of highway patrol truck upfits (7-0)
• Denied excessive assessment claim of Brookfield Square Joint Venture (7-0)

Common Council

The Common Council will review an ordinance to amend ambulance service fees and several utility and fleet expenditures. The body is also considering a fund reallocation for the Lisbon Road project and a budget amendment for Fleet Services.

• Ordinance to amend municipal code section 3.24.020 regarding ambulance service fees
• Purchase of highway patrol truck upfits from Burke Truck and Equipment for $291,150
• Water Utility purchase of treatment supplies from Martelle Water Treatment for an estimated $156,944
• General Fund budget amendment to appropriate $150,000 for the Fleet Services fund
• Resolution denying an excessive assessment claim from Brookfield Square Joint Venture

The Common Council met on February 4, 2025, and approved the entire consent agenda unanimously (14-0). This included the January 21 minutes, an ambulance fee ordinance, a $150,000 budget amendment for Fleet Services, a $156,944 water utility chemical purchase, a biosolids disposal contract, $291,150 for patrol truck upfits, and denial of an assessment claim. The council also appointed Harry Brammer to the Library Board and proclaimed Arbor Day. Five items were referred to the Plan Commission for future discussion, including infrastructure funding and development density.

• Approved consent agenda including minutes, vouchers, and ordinances (14-0)
• Approved ambulance fee ordinance No. 2892-25
• Approved $150,000 budget amendment for Fleet Services fund (Res. 11211-25)
• Approved $156,944 water utility chemical purchase (Res. 11212-25)
• Approved biosolids disposal contract with Walter and Son Waste Hauling (Res. 11213-25)
• Approved $291,150 for patrol truck upfits (Res. 11214-25)
• Denied excessive assessment claim of Brookfield Square Joint Venture (Res. 11215-25)
• Appointed Harry Brammer to Library Board (Res. 11216-25)

Legal Notices

Members of the City's Plan Commission will gather informally with Irgens to collect information about the former Boston Store site at Brookfield Square. No action will be taken by any governmental body at this meeting.

• Informal gathering with Irgens at Brookfield Square Food Court
• Discussion of the former Boston Store site at 95 N. Moorland Road
• No action expected from any governmental body

Legal Notices

This is an informal gathering where Plan Commission members will gather information about the former Boston Store site at Brookfield Square. No formal action will be taken at this meeting.

• Discussion of the former Boston Store site located at Brookfield Square

Common Council

The Brookfield Common Council will hold a regular meeting on January 21, 2025, at 7:45 p.m. to act on a consent agenda and a non-consent item. Key decisions include a budget amendment and ordinance to add Police School Resource Officer positions, a wastewater pump purchase for $59,390, and a three-year newsletter printing contract for $80,968. The Council will also consider a preliminary resolution for a water main extension special assessment and a joint powers agreement for the county 9-1-1 emergency system.

• Resolution and ordinance to add Police School Resource Officer positions and amend the 2025 General Fund budget
• Resolution approving $59,390 purchase of return activated sludge pump from L.W. Allen for the Wastewater Utility
• Resolution approving $80,968 professional services agreement with Ries Graphics, Inc. for city newsletter printing (2025-2027)
• Preliminary resolution declaring intent to exercise special assessment powers for 2025 Water Main Extension Project #W-25-01
• Resolution considering Joint Powers Agreement for 2025 County 9-1-1 Emergency System

The Brookfield Common Council approved a consent agenda that included a 2025 General Fund Budget Amendment for additional School Resource Officers and an ordinance adding police school resource officer positions. The council also approved a Joint Powers Agreement for the county 9-1-1 emergency system. All votes were unanimous (14-0).

• Approved 2025 General Fund Budget Amendment for additional School Resource Officers (14-0)
• Adopted ordinance adding Police school resource officer positions (14-0)
• Approved purchase of return activated sludge pump for $59,390 (14-0)
• Approved professional services agreement with Ries Graphics for newsletter printing, $80,968 (14-0)
• Approved renewal massage business license for Renewed Massage Therapy (14-0)
• Approved updates to Sidewalk/Pathway Inspection and Repair Policy (14-0)
• Approved preliminary resolution for 2025 Water Main Extension Project (14-0)
• Approved Joint Powers Agreement for County 9-1-1 Emergency System (14-0)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will review a budget amendment and ordinance to add police school resource officer positions. The body is also considering several equipment and service contracts.

• Budget amendment of $325,154 for Police department salary and benefit accounts for school resource officers
• Ordinance amending Ordinance 2887-24 to add Police school resource officer positions
• Purchase of return activated sludge pump from L.W. Allen for $59,390
• Professional services agreement with Ries Graphics, Inc. for city newsletter printing (2025-2027) for $80,968
• Review of vouchers exceeding $50,000 requiring immediate action

The Finance Committee unanimously approved a $325,154 General Fund budget amendment to adjust Police salary and benefit accounts, funded by Elmbrook School District reimbursement, to add school resource officers. They also approved adding police school resource officer positions to the 2025 Positions ordinance, a $59,390 wastewater pump purchase, and an $80,968 printing contract for the city newsletter. All votes were 7-0.

• Approved $325,154 police budget amendment for school resource officers (7-0)
• Approved ordinance adding police school resource officer positions (7-0)
• Approved $59,390 wastewater sludge pump purchase from L.W. Allen (7-0)
• Approved $80,968 printing contract with Ries Graphics for city newsletter (7-0)
• Approved vouchers exceeding $50,000 (7-0)
• Approved minutes of January 7, 2025 meeting (7-0)

Library Board

The Brookfield Public Library Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting on January 15, 2025, at 6:45 pm. They will review financial reports for November and December 2024, and consider unfinished business including an architectural analysis, the 2025 budget, and a logo update. New business includes a review of the library's mission and vision statements.

• Review of November and December 2024 financial reports and expenditures
• Discussion of architectural analysis for the library facility
• Consideration of the 2025 budget
• Update on library logo design
• Review of library mission and vision statements

The Brookfield Public Library Board of Trustees approved the library's Mission and Vision statements as presented, with a unanimous 7-0 vote. The board also approved the November and December 2024 financial reports and expenditures, the January 2025 Librarians Report, and the minutes from the November 13, 2024 meeting. The Friends of the Library reported a book sale profit of $10,271 and noted their debit card was hacked, prompting a switch to a credit card.

• Approved Mission and Vision statements (7-0)
• Approved November 2024 Financial Report (6-0)
• Approved November 2024 Expenditures (6-0)
• Approved December 2024 Financial Report (6-0)
• Approved December 2024 Expenditures (6-0)
• Approved January 2025 Librarians Report (7-0)
• Approved minutes of November 13, 2024 meeting (6-0)

Water & Sewer Board

The Water and Sewer Board will meet to discuss a preliminary resolution regarding the 2025 Watermain extension project #W-25-01. This resolution concerns the intent to exercise special assessment powers under Wisconsin Statutes.

• Preliminary resolution for 2025 Watermain extension project #W-25-01

The Brookfield Water and Sewer Board unanimously approved a preliminary resolution declaring intent to exercise special assessment powers for the 2025 Watermain extension project #W-25-01. The board also approved the minutes from the December 10, 2024 meeting. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved preliminary resolution for 2025 Watermain extension project #W-25-01 (5-0)
• Approved minutes of December 10, 2024 meeting (5-0)

Board of Public Works

The Brookfield Board of Public Works will consider bids for the Rolling Meadows Park Pond Dredging project, discuss parking restrictions on North Hills Drive, and review updates to the sidewalk/pathway inspection and repair policy. The board will also consider sidewalk width standards.

• Consideration of bids for Rolling Meadows Park Pond Dredging project
• Parking restrictions on North Hills Drive
• Update to Sidewalk/Pathway Inspection and Repair policy
• Sidewalk/Pathway width considerations

The Board of Public Works approved a new sidewalk/pathway width standard: 6 feet for primary and secondary arterial roads, 8 feet for Greenway Corridors, with special cases to be reviewed by the Board. They also approved Option 1 of the Sidewalk/Pathway Inspection and Repair policy, which does not require property owners to repair driveways that don't meet pathway criteria. The Board tabled the Rolling Meadows Park Pond Dredging project bids to re-evaluate mechanical dredging and its impact on aquatic life. Parking restrictions on North Hills Drive were deferred until staff gather input from affected residents.

• Approved 6-ft pathway standard for arterial roads, 8-ft for Greenway Corridors (5-0)
• Approved Option 1 of Sidewalk/Pathway Inspection and Repair policy (5-0)
• Tabled Rolling Meadows Park Pond Dredging project bids for re-evaluation (5-0)
• Directed staff to gather resident input on North Hills Drive parking before decision (5-0)
• Approved minutes of November 12, 2024 meeting (5-0)

Plan Commission

The Plan Commission will consider a resolution for sanitary sewer improvements in the Brookfield Square Interceptor and Deer Creek Basin. The body will also discuss an ordinance to increase the notice distance for zoning requests. These items affect local infrastructure and property owner notifications.

• Recommendation for Brookfield Square Interceptor and Deer Creek Basin Sanitary Sewer Improvements
• Proposed ordinance to increase notice distance for rezoning, conditional use, and zoning variance requests from 300 feet to 600 feet
• Update to Section 17.08.065 regarding statutory notice to property owners for zoning or comprehensive plan changes

The Plan Commission approved a resolution recommending the Common Council proceed with the Brookfield Square interceptor and Deer Creek basin sanitary sewer improvements as part of the 2025-2029 Capital Improvement Program, with an emphasis on advancing the Deer Creek basin improvements without delay. The commission also approved an ordinance change to increase the notice distance for rezoning, conditional use, and zoning variance requests from 300 feet to 600 feet, and to update statutory notice language. Both motions carried 7-0.

• Approved resolution recommending Common Council proceed with Brookfield Square interceptor and Deer Creek basin sanitary sewer improvements (7-0)
• Approved ordinance changing notice distance for rezoning, conditional use, and zoning variance requests from 300 to 600 feet (7-0)
• Approved minutes of December 9, 2024 meeting (7-0)

Common Council

The Brookfield Common Council will consider a resolution approving a property tax levy referendum ballot question for the spring 2025 election. Other agenda items include a second amendment to the School Resource Officers agreement with the Elmbrook School District, approval of a new Massage Envy license on Bluemound Road, and over $1.1 million in vehicle and equipment purchases for 2025.

• Resolution to place a property tax levy referendum question on the spring 2025 ballot
• Second Amendment to School Resource Officers Agreement between City and Elmbrook School District
• New Massage Business License for Massage Envy at 17125-A W. Bluemound Rd.
• 2025 vehicle and equipment purchases totaling $1,122,016 across multiple departments
• Transfer of $93,000 from Contingency to fund emergency water lateral repair at the Public Safety Building

The Brookfield Common Council approved a resolution to place a property tax levy referendum question on the spring 2025 election ballot, voting 13-0. The council also approved a second amendment to the School Resource Officers Agreement with the Elmbrook School District, a new massage business license for Massage Envy, and a $93,000 budget transfer for emergency water lateral repairs at the Public Safety Building. All consent agenda items, including vehicle purchases and various licenses, were approved unanimously.

• Approved property tax levy referendum ballot question for spring 2025 election (13-0)
• Approved Second Amendment to School Resource Officers Agreement with Elmbrook School District (13-0)
• Approved new Massage Business License for White Holdings Inc. d/b/a Massage Envy (13-0)
• Approved $93,000 budget transfer for Public Safety Building water lateral repair (13-0)
• Approved 2025 vehicle and equipment purchases totaling over $1 million (13-0)
• Approved renewal Massage Business license for Shahnaz Rahman (13-0)
• Approved ordinance amending parking lot, building maintenance, and fence regulations (13-0)
• Appointed Mark R. Hogan to Community Development Authority for 4-year term (13-0)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will consider a resolution approving the ballot question for a property tax levy referendum in the spring 2025 election and finalize options for using any additional levy capacity. They will also act on a $93,000 budget amendment from contingency funds for emergency water lateral repairs at the Public Safety Building, approve over $1.1 million in 2025 vehicle and equipment purchases for multiple departments, and handle a subrogation claim. Large vouchers requiring immediate action are also on the agenda.

• Resolution to approve property tax levy referendum ballot question for spring 2025 election (non-consent item)
• Finalize options for utilization of additional levy capacity relative to property tax levy referendum
• Transfer $93,000 from contingency to fund emergency water lateral repair and replacement at the Public Safety Building
• Fleet Services 2025 vehicle/equipment purchases totaling about $1.14 million, including pickup trucks, excavators, mowers, and utility truck upfits
• Resolution regarding subrogation claim from Artisan and Truckers Casualty Company (Progressive Insurance) for insured Jeffrey Mason

The Finance Committee approved a property tax levy referendum ballot question for the spring 2025 election and finalized how to use the additional levy capacity if voters approve it. They adopted an amended plan allocating $1.5 million to pavement maintenance, setting aside $1.5 million for projected levy gaps in 2028-2029, and applying the balance to the 2028 gap. They also approved a $93,000 budget amendment for emergency water lateral repairs at the Public Safety Building, a fleet purchase list, and denied a subrogation claim.

• Approved property tax levy referendum ballot question for spring 2025 election (7-0)
• Adopted amended plan for $3.3M additional levy capacity: $1.5M for pavement maintenance, $1.5M set aside for 2028-2029 levy gaps, balance for 2028 gap (7-0)
• Approved $93,000 transfer from contingency to Police public safety building capital outlay for water lateral repair (7-0)
• Approved 2025 vehicle and equipment purchases totaling over $1.1M (7-0)
• Denied subrogation claim by Artisan and Truckers Casualty Company on behalf of Jeffrey Mason (7-0)
• Approved vouchers exceeding $50,000 requiring immediate action (7-0)
• Approved minutes of December 17, 2024 meeting (7-0)

Park & Recreation Commission

The Park & Recreation Commission will meet to discuss professional engineering services for athletic field improvements. The body will also review minutes from the December 2, 2024 meeting.

• Proposed contract with Rettler Corporation for Wirth Park Athletic Field Improvements engineering services

The Brookfield Parks and Recreation Commission approved a contract with Rettler Corporation for professional engineering services for the proposed Wirth Park Athletic Field Improvements. The motion carried 6-0. The commission also approved the minutes from the December 2, 2024 meeting. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved contract with Rettler Corporation for engineering services for Wirth Park Athletic Field Improvements (6-0)
• Approved minutes from December 2, 2024 meeting (6-0)