Appleton public meetings in 2025

Appleton Redevelopment Authority

The Appleton Redevelopment Authority will receive information items on its role in implementing subarea plans for the Northland Richmond, Oneida, and Wisconsin corridors, along with a financial report on ARA accounts and an update from the Exhibition Center Advisory Committee. No formal decisions or public hearings are scheduled; the meeting is informational and procedural.

• Information item on ARA's role in subarea plan implementation for Northland Richmond, Oneida, and Wisconsin areas
• Financial report on ARA accounts as of November 30, 2025
• Report from the December 8, 2025 ARA Exhibition Center Advisory Committee meeting
• Approval of minutes from the September 10, 2025 ARA meeting
• Requests for future agenda items

Common Council

The Common Council will consider several high-value infrastructure contracts and budget amendments for police and water utilities. The body is also reviewing license appeals for amusement devices and updating city policies for special events and refuse carts.

• AWWTP MCC Replacement Project Phase 1 contract to Van Ert Electric Co., Inc. not to exceed $1,765,995
• Water Main Reconstruction s/o I-41 contract to Kruczek Construction not to exceed $392,000
• 2026 DPW Fee Schedule approval
• Closed City of Appleton Landfill maintenance contract to SCS Engineers not to exceed $79,950
• Budget amendments for Police SWAT equipment ($32,975) and K9/Bike Safety donations ($56,440)

Utilities Committee

The Utilities Committee will hold a special meeting to consider and vote on several action items, including awarding two stormwater management plan review contracts totaling $80,000, accepting a $65,000 DNR grant for lead service line replacement outreach, and approving a Renewable Natural Gas purchase and site lease agreement with Terreva Outagamie RNG. The committee will also receive information on 2026 joint chemical consortium quotation awards.

• Award 2026A Stormwater Management Plan review contract to Brown and Caldwell for $40,000
• Award 2026B Stormwater Management Plan review contract to raSmith for $40,000
• Accept $65,000 DNR Lead Service Line Replacement Community Outreach Grant for private-side lead services replacement outreach
• Consider Renewable Natural Gas (RNG) Purchase and Site Lease Agreement between Terreva Outagamie RNG and Appleton Utilities
• Information item: 2026 Joint Chemical Consortium Quotation Awards

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will consider a request to approve Change Order #2 for Fabick Power Systems related to the Appleton Water Treatment Facility Emergency Generator Control Equipment Project. The change order totals $93,148.50 and includes budget amendments for a Water Chemical System Upgrade and a Water Generator Control Panel, each listed at $93,148.50. Approval requires a two‑thirds vote of the Common Council.

• Approve Change Order #2 to Fabick Power Systems for Appleton Water Treatment Facility Emergency Generator Control Equipment Project – $93,148.50
• Budget amendment for Water Chemical System Upgrade – $93,148.50
• Budget amendment for Water Generator Control Panel – $93,148.50
• Public Hearing/Appearances

Library Board

The Library Board will consider approving the 2026 Library Budget and a December 2025 budget amendment. They will also vote on a request to solicit proposals for the 2026 Strategic Planning Process. The meeting includes introduction of a new board member and updates on children's programs and community partnerships.

• 2026 Library Budget review
• December 2025 Budget Amendment
• Request approval to solicit proposals for 2026 Strategic Planning Process
• Introduction of new board member Kevin Englebert
• Children's Program Updates and Community Partnerships Updates

Safety and Licensing Committee

The Safety and Licensing Committee will consider appeals of previously denied mechanical amusement device licenses for Mad Elephant (1222 S. Oneida St.) and Houdini's Escape Gastropub (1216 S. Oneida St.), both involving gambling-style devices. The committee also has action items on an operator license for Tosheba Jackson, proposed revisions to the Special Events Policy for 2026, and new/renewal alcohol, tobacco, and secondhand licenses. Information items include a truancy ordinance update, a Gold Cross presentation, a police staffing memo, and a list of alcohol license violation convictions.

• Appeal of mechanical amusement device license denial for Mad Elephant (Chisa Jitmaiwong, agent) at 1222 S. Oneida St.
• Appeal of mechanical amusement device license denial for Houdini's Escape Gastropub (Katelyn James, agent) at 1216 S. Oneida St.
• Proposed revisions to the City's Special Events Policy, including a new fee schedule for 2026
• Class 'B' beer license for PNK LLC d/b/a Juicy Shrimp Shack at 201 W. Northland Ave Ste I
• Alcohol license violation convictions for four establishments including Jaripeo Mexican Grill and Appleton Motomart

The Safety and Licensing Committee denied the operator license for Tosheba Jackson and the mechanical amusement device license for Mad Elephant. It approved the Golden Tee Golf Video Game and the Arachnid Electronic Dart Game while denying all other amusement devices. The committee also adopted the revised Special Events Policy and approved the balance of the agenda.

• Denied Operator License for Tosheba Jackson (5-0)
• Denied Mechanical Amusement Device License for Mad Elephant (5-0)
• Approved Golden Tee Golf Video Game & Arachnid Electronic Dart Game; denied remaining devices (5-0)
• Approved Special Events Policy revision (5-0)
• Approved balance of the agenda (5-0)
• Recommended approval of Class B Beer License for Juicy Shrimp Shack (contingent on inspection approval)
• Recommended approval of 2026 Secondhand Jewelry, Secondhand Article, and Pawnbroker License renewals (contingent on all departments)
• Recommended approval of Cigarette, Tobacco, and Electronic Vaping Device License for OB's Brau Haus

City Plan Commission

The City Plan Commission will hold a public hearing and vote on the Comet Ridge Final Plat, a proposal to release a drainage easement for Lot 15 of Lumbini Estates, and receive an update on the Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan (CORP). The meeting also includes approval of previous meeting minutes and procedural items.

• Request to approve Comet Ridge Final Plat with conditions from staff memo
• Request to release drainage easement for Lot 15 of Lumbini Estates, subject to recording a correction instrument with Calumet County Register of Deeds
• Update on the Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan (CORP), including draft documents
• Approval of City Plan Commission minutes from November 12, 2025

The City Plan Commission approved the minutes from the Dec. 11, 2025 meeting. It recommended approval of the Comet Ridge final plat and the release of a drainage easement for Lot 15 of Lumbini Estates. Both actions passed with all four present members voting aye. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved Dec. 11, 2025 minutes (4-0)
• Recommended approval of Comet Ridge Final Plat (4-0)
• Recommended approval of drainage easement release for Lot 15 Lumbini Estates (4-0)
• Adjourned meeting (4-0)

Human Resources & Information Technology Committee

The Human Resources & Information Technology Committee will decide on a proposed reorganization of the Appleton Police Department (APD) and receive a recruitment status report through December 4, 2025.

• Action item: Request for approval of APD reorganization (attached memo and revised table of organization).
• Information item: Recruitment Status Report through 12/4/2025.

The Human Resources & Information Technology Committee approved the minutes from the 10/22/2025 meeting with a unanimous 5‑0 vote. The committee also approved the request to reorganize the Appleton Police Department, again by a 5‑0 vote. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously.

• Approved previous meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved APD re‑organization request (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

Fox Cities Transit Commission

The Fox Cities Transit Commission will consider approving intermunicipal agreements with Outagamie, Winnebago, Calumet, Neenah, and Fox Crossing for specialized transportation services in 2026. The body will also approve a federal grant agreement and October 2025 payments.

• Approve 2026 intermunicipal agreements for specialized transportation services
• Approve 2025-2026 Federal Section 5310 Sub-recipient Contract
• Approve October 2025 payments
• Approve Northern Winnebago Dial A Ride Service agreements
• Cancel January 13, 2026 meeting

Municipal Services Committee

The Municipal Services Committee will vote on the 2026 DPW fee schedule, four state financial agreements for I-41 and STH 441 corridor projects, a landfill operation and monitoring contract not to exceed $79,950, and revisions to the residential refuse cart policy. A temporary occupancy permit for a construction dumpster on Baldeagle Drive and Harrier Lane is also on the agenda.

• Approve 2026 DPW Fee Schedule
• Approve long-term temporary occupancy permit for Apple Ridge construction dumpster on Baldeagle Drive and Harrier Lane
• Approve state municipal financial agreements for I-41 Mainline (Meade to Ballard, Ballard to French), STH 441 Mainline (CTH OO to I-41), and I-41/STH 441 Interchange
• Award 2026 contract for landfill operation, maintenance, and monitoring at closed City landfill to SCS Engineers, not to exceed $79,950, with annual extensions through 2035
• Approve revisions to Residential Refuse Cart Exchange/Addition Policy

The Municipal Services Committee approved the 2026 contract for operation, maintenance, and monitoring of the closed City of Appleton Landfill, awarding it to SCS Engineers for up to $79,950 with authorization for annual extensions through 2035. The committee also approved the 2026 DPW fee schedule, several State Municipal Financial Agreements for I‑41 projects, a long‑term temporary occupancy permit for a construction dumpster, and revisions to the residential refuse cart policy. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved 2026 DPW Fee Schedule (5-0)
• Approved Long‑Term Temporary Occupancy Permit for dumpster (5-0)
• Approved State Municipal Financial Agreement 1130-65-71 (I‑41 Meade to Ballard) (5-0)
• Approved State Municipal Financial Agreement 1130-65-72 (I‑41 Ballard to French) (5-0)
• Approved State Municipal Financial Agreement 1130-65-74 (STH 441 to I‑41) (5-0)
• Approved State Municipal Financial Agreement 1130-65-78 (I‑41/STH 441 Interchange) (5-0)
• Awarded 2026 landfill OMM contract to SCS Engineers, up to $79,950, with extensions through 2035 (5-0)
• Approved revisions to Residential Refuse Cart Exchange/Addition Policy, adding fee waiver clause (5-0)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will vote on several 2025 budget amendments, including police asset forfeiture and K9 donations, and a hazardous materials grant. They will also consider awarding contracts for water main reconstruction, pond dredging, and a major wastewater treatment plant electrical replacement project. Other items include a write-off of over $78,000 in uncollectible accounts and property taxes, and proposed ordinance changes to Board of Review meeting timing.

• Award AWWTP MCC Replacement Project Phase 1 to Van Ert Electric for $1,605,450 (total not to exceed $1,765,995)
• Award U-26 Water Main Reconstruction near I-41 to Kruczek Construction for $357,000 ($392,000 with contingency)
• Write off $62,590.10 in accounts receivable and $16,005.50 in personal property taxes (outstanding over one year)
• Accept $65,000 DNR Lead Service Line Replacement Community Outreach Grant and approve corresponding 2026 budget amendment
• Approve Change Order #1 for BB-25 Parking Structure Roof Replacement with Weinert Roofing, increasing contract to $236,190

The committee unanimously approved several 2025 budget amendments for police and hazardous materials, a $62,590 accounts‑receivable write‑off, and an ordinance change to Board of Review meeting times. It also approved multiple contract awards, including a $1,605,450 water‑treatment MCC replacement project with a 10% contingency, bringing the total contract value to $1,765,995.

• Approved police budget amendment for SWAT equipment (+$32,975 revenue, +$32,975 equipment) (4‑0)
• Approved police budget amendment for K9 and bike safety donations (+$36,720, +$11,720, +$7,000, +$18,000) (4‑0)
• Approved hazardous materials budget amendment for state aid and equipment (+$17,542 each) (4‑0)
• Approved write‑off of $62,590.10 accounts receivable and $16,005.50 personal property taxes (4‑0)
• Approved ordinance change to Charter Section 3‑131 for Board of Review meeting timing (4‑0)
• Awarded U‑26 water main reconstruction contract to Kruczek Construction, up to $392,000 (4‑0)
• Accepted $65,000 DNR lead‑service line outreach grant and approved related 2026 budget amendment (4‑0)
• Awarded AWWTP MCC Replacement Project Phase 1 contract to Van Ert Electric, up to $1,765,995 (4‑0)

Parks and Recreation Committee

The Parks and Recreation Committee will consider approving the Appleton Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan (CORP) for 2026-2030. The agenda includes only procedural items besides this action item. No other decisions or public hearings are scheduled.

• Approve Appleton Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan 2026-2030 (action item 25-1498)

The Parks and Recreation Committee approved the minutes from the November 24, 2025 meeting. It also approved the Appleton Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan for 2026‑2030. Both motions passed with three votes in favor and two members excused. The meeting adjourned at 6:06 p.m.

• Approved November 24, 2025 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Approved Appleton Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan 2026‑2030 (3-0)

Appleton Redevelopment Authority Exhibition Center Advisory Committee

The Appleton Redevelopment Authority Exhibition Center Advisory Committee will receive updates on the Fox Cities Exhibition Center project using ARPA funds and a Convention & Visitors Bureau grant, as well as an update on the Exhibition Center management agreement. No action items are listed; the meeting consists of procedural items and informational reports.

• Update on City of Appleton ARPA Fox Cities Exhibition Center Project and Convention & Visitors Bureau Grant
• Update on Fox Cities Exhibition Center Management Agreement

The Exhibition Center Advisory Committee approved the minutes from the March 3, 2025 meeting. No members of the public attended. The committee also voted to adjourn the meeting at 1:36 p.m. after discussing updates on the ARPA project and the management agreement.

• Approved previous meeting minutes (11-0)
• Adjourned meeting (11-0)

Common Council

The Appleton Common Council will review the minutes from its November 19, 2025 meeting and consider reappointments to the Advisory Panel on Sustainability, Parade Committee, and Bicycle & Pedestrian Advisory Committee. The council will also discuss the proposed 2026 Reid Golf Course Rates Policy.

• Approval of November 19, 2025 Common Council minutes
• Reappointments to Sustainability, Parade, and Bicycle & Pedestrian committees
• Review of 2026 Reid Golf Course Rates Policy

The Common Council approved the minutes from the November 19 meeting. It reappointed members of the Sustainability, Parade, and Bicycle & Pedestrian Advisory Panels. The council also approved the revised 2026 Reid Golf Course Rates Policy. All motions passed by voice vote with a 14‑0 tally, and Mayor Woodford abstained on each.

• Approved November 19, 2025 council minutes (14-0 voice vote)
• Approved Sustainability Advisory Panel reappointments (14-0 voice vote)
• Approved Parade Committee reappointments (14-0 voice vote)
• Approved Bicycle & Pedestrian Advisory Committee reappointments (14-0 voice vote)
• Approved 2026 Reid Golf Course Rates Policy (14-0 voice vote)

Parks and Recreation Committee

The Parks and Recreation Committee will consider approving the 2026 Reid Golf Course rates policy and the Houdini Welcome Tower tiles. The committee will also review the October 2025 revenue and expense report for the golf course and receive a presentation on the 2026-2030 Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan.

• Approve 2026 Reid Golf Course Rates Policy
• Approve Houdini Welcome Tower Tiles
• Review Reid Golf Course October 2025 Revenue & Expense Report
• Receive presentation on 2026-2030 Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan
• Approve minutes from October 20, 2025 meeting

The Parks and Recreation Committee approved the minutes from the October 20, 2025 meeting. It approved the proposed revised Reid Golf Course rates policy for 2026. It referred the Houdini Welcome Tower tiles proposal to the Appleton Public Arts Committee. All three motions passed unanimously (3‑0).

• Approved October 20, 2025 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Approved revised 2026 Reid Golf Course rates policy (3-0)
• Referred Houdini Welcome Tower tiles to Appleton Public Arts Committee (3-0)

Common Council

The Appleton Common Council will conduct a public hearing to consider adopting Plan Appleton, a full update of the city’s Comprehensive Plan. The council will also consider a resolution to change Aldermanic District 15’s polling place, a contract amendment for Westwood Professional Services increasing the limit to $150,000, and a contract award to Stantec Consulting Services for grant‑writing services up to $190,000 contingent on a federal grant. An ordinance numbered 119‑25 will be presented for council action.

• Public hearing to adopt Plan Appleton (comprehensive plan update)
• Resolution to change Aldermanic District 15 polling place
• Amendment to Materials Testing Contract with Westwood Professional Services to $150,000
• Award of contract to Stantec Consulting Services for grant‑writing services up to $190,000, contingent on EPA grant
• Ordinance #119‑25

The Common Council approved the adoption of the updated Plan Appleton comprehensive plan. It also approved a resolution changing the Aldermanic District 15 polling place and a contract with Stantec Consulting for brownfield grant writing and testing. Several committee‑recommended items were approved, including Ordinance #119-25 and multiple contract amendments.

• Approved Plan Appleton comprehensive plan (14 ayes, 0 nays, 1 abstain)
• Approved Resolution to change Aldermanic District 15 polling place (14 ayes, 0 nays, 1 abstain)
• Approved contract with Stantec Consulting Services for brownfield services (13 ayes, 0 nays, 2 abstentions)
• Approved Ordinance #119-25 (14 ayes, 0 nays, 1 abstain)
• Approved amendment to 2025 Materials Testing Contract with Westwood Professional Services (increase to $150,000)
• Approved amendment to Brown and Caldwell stormwater management contract (total not to exceed $120,000)
• Approved authorization to execute contract with Affirm Agency for public relations & marketing services
• Approved authorization to execute MOU with CS Appleton, LLC for transit center preliminary design

Community Development Committee

The Community Development Committee will consider awarding a contract to Stantec Consulting Services, Inc. for environmental testing and remediation services on Division Street. The initial contract value is capped at $190,000, contingent upon the City securing a U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Brownfield Coalition Grant.

• Award contract to Stantec for brownfield site remediation on Division Street
• Contract value capped at $190,000 contingent on EPA grant funding
• Grant writing services to be provided at $0 to the City

The committee approved the minutes from the October 22 meeting unanimously. It recommended awarding a contract to Stantec Consulting Services for grant‑writing and environmental testing services, with a vote of 4‑1 (one abstention). The meeting was adjourned at 6:39 p.m. with a unanimous vote.

• Approved October 22 minutes (5‑0)
• Recommended Stantec contract for grant writing and environmental testing (4‑1, 1 abstain)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:39 p.m. (5‑0)

Library Board

The Library Board will consider action items including a November 2025 budget amendment, proposed 2026 closed dates, and approval of the Library Director's end-of-year performance review. They will also review reports from the Personnel & Policy Committee, including draft policies for a sensory room and displays, and authorize use of remaining United Way funds. The meeting includes information updates on hiring, statistics, and the new website, and may go into closed session for personnel matters.

• November 2025 Budget Amendment
• 2026 Proposed Library Closed Dates
• Authorization to use remaining United Way Fox Cities / Reach Out and Read funds for 'No Questions Asked' collection
• Report of Personnel & Policy Committee with draft Sensory Room and Display Policies
• Approval of Library Director's 2025 End of Year Performance Review

The Library Board approved the minutes from the October 14 meeting and adopted a consent agenda. Through the consent agenda the board approved the October bill register, the November 2025 budget amendment, proposed 2026 library closed dates, the 2026 board meeting schedule, use of remaining United Way funds for a collection, and the director’s 2025 performance review. All actions were approved by voice vote (9‑0). The meeting adjourned at 5:49 p.m.

• Approved October 14, 2025 meeting minutes (9‑0)
• Approved Consent Agenda (9‑0)
• Approved Bill Register – October 2025 (9‑0)
• Approved November 2025 Budget Amendment (9‑0)
• Approved 2026 Proposed Library Closed Dates (9‑0)
• Approved 2026 Library Board Meeting Schedule (9‑0)
• Approved use of remaining United Way funds for "No Questions Asked" collection (9‑0)
• Approved Library Director's 2025 End‑of‑Year Performance Review (9‑0)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing on a driveway extension request for 1740 N. Clark St. The applicant proposes extending the driveway eight feet into the front yard, which exceeds the zoning ordinance limit of four feet. The board will also elect a chair and a vice chair and discuss moving the meeting time. No Common Council action will be taken at this meeting.

• Public hearing: driveway extension request at 1740 N. Clark St (8‑ft front‑yard extension, ordinance limit 4 ft)
• Election of Chair
• Election of Vice Chair
• Discussion of moving the meeting time
• Approval of minutes from May 19, 2025

The board approved the minutes from the May 19, 2025 meeting. It denied the applicant’s request to extend a driveway eight feet into the front yard at 1740 N. Clark St, which exceeds the ordinance limit of four feet. The board elected Paul McCann as chair and Scott Engstrom as vice‑chair. The meeting was adjourned at 7:37 p.m.

• Approved May 19, 2025 minutes (5 aye, 1 abstain)
• Denied driveway extension at 1740 N. Clark St (6 nay)
• Approved Paul McCann as chair (5 aye, 1 abstain)
• Approved Scott Engstrom as vice chair (5 aye, 1 abstain)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:37 p.m. (6 aye)

Board of Health

The Board will vote on a routine re-approval of the Succession of Delegation of Authority Policy. They will also receive the Q3 2025 Health Department Quarterly Report, a respiratory virus surveillance and wastewater report, two dangerous animal declarations (Diva and Dobbi), and a list of new noise variances. No public hearings or major decisions are scheduled.

• Approve Succession of Delegation of Authority Policy (no changes)
• Q3 2025 Health Department Quarterly Report
• Respiratory Virus Surveillance and Waste Water Report
• Dangerous Animal Declarations for Diva and Dobbi
• New Noise Variances report

The Board approved the minutes from the October 8, 2025 meeting. It also approved the Succession of Delegation of Authority Policy with no changes. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved minutes of 10.08.2025 Board of Health meeting (7-0)
• Approved Succession of Delegation of Authority Policy (7-0)
• Adjourned meeting (7-0)

City Plan Commission

The City Plan Commission will meet to consider the approval of the Glenmore Reserve Preliminary Plat. The decision is subject to conditions outlined in the staff memo.

• Approval request for Glenmore Reserve Preliminary Plat

The commission approved the minutes from the October 22, 2025 meeting. It then recommended the Glenmore Reserve Preliminary Plat for approval. Both motions passed with six votes in favor and one member excused. The meeting was adjourned shortly after.

• Approved minutes from 10-22-25 (6 ayes, 1 excused)
• Recommended Glenmore Reserve Preliminary Plat for approval (6 ayes, 1 excused)
• Adjourned meeting at 3:35 p.m. (6 ayes, 1 excused)

Common Council

The Common Council holds a special session to adopt the 2026 Executive Budget & Service Plan. After a series of Finance Committee recommendations for approval of individual department budgets (including Police, Fire, Library, and others), the Council will vote on a final budget resolution. Proposed amendments include minor adjustments to General Administration and Mayor's office accounts.

• Approve 2026 budget resolution for all city departments
• Request to approve Police Budget (pgs 417-431), recommended by Finance Committee
• Request to approve Fire Budget (pgs 441-459), recommended by Finance Committee
• Request to approve Library Budget (pgs 259-276), recommended by Finance Committee
• Proposed amendment: remove $699 from General Administration and adjust Mayor salaries and fringes

The council moved into a Committee of the Whole, approved all department and special‑revenue‑fund budgets, and adopted the 2026 Budget Resolution. A budget amendment adjusting the mayor's salaries and fringes was also approved. A motion to reconsider the Committee report failed and the meeting was adjourned at 6:13 p.m.

• Suspended council rules to convene Committee of the Whole (14‑0, Mayor abstained)
• Approved all department and special‑revenue‑fund budgets (14‑0, Mayor abstained)
• Approved budget amendment adjusting mayoral salaries and fringes (14‑0, Mayor abstained)
• Approved Finance Committee Budget Workshop minutes (14‑0, Mayor abstained)
• Reconciled and reported the Committee of the Whole (14‑0, Mayor abstained)
• Approved the 2026 Budget Resolution (14‑0, Mayor abstained)
• Motion to reconsider the Report of the Committee of the Whole failed (14 nay, Mayor abstained)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:13 p.m. (14‑0, Mayor abstained)

Fox Cities Transit Commission

The Fox Cities Transit Commission will consider authorizing a contract for public relations services and a memorandum of understanding for the preliminary design of the Transit Center. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes and a financial report.

• Authorization to execute contract for PR & marketing services
• Authorization to execute MOU for Transit Center preliminary design
• Approval of minutes from previous meeting
• Financial report for September 2025
• Public participation on agenda items

The Fox Cities Transit Commission approved the minutes from the previous meeting. It authorized a contract with the Affirm Agency for public‑relations and marketing services. It also approved a Memorandum of Understanding with CS Appleton, LLC to begin preliminary design work for the transit center. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Approved previous meeting minutes (voice vote)
• Authorized contract with Affirm Agency for PR & marketing services (voice vote)
• Approved MOU with CS Appleton, LLC for preliminary transit center design (voice vote)
• Adjourned meeting unanimously

Utilities Committee

The Utilities Committee will vote on a $40,000 amendment to a contract with Brown and Caldwell for stormwater management plan reviews, bringing the total to $120,000. They will also consider the Providence Trails Drainage Study findings and recommendations, which were previously recommended for approval. Additionally, the committee will discuss the 2026 Utilities Department budget and receive a water main break report for September 2025.

• 25-1361: Amend 2025A contract with Brown and Caldwell for stormwater management plan reviews, adding $40,000 for a total not to exceed $120,000
• 25-1212: Providence Trails Drainage Study Findings and Recommendations (action item, previously recommended for approval by committee)
• 25-1329: Discussion of 2026 Utilities Department Budget
• 25-1359: Water Main Break Report for September 2025

The Utilities Committee approved the October 7, 2025 meeting minutes. It recommended approval of the Providence Trails Drainage Study Findings (Alternative 3). It also recommended amending the 2025A contract with Brown and Caldwell for stormwater plan reviews, up to $120,000. The meeting was adjourned at 4:56 p.m.

• Approved October 7, 2025 minutes (3-2)
• Recommended Providence Trails Drainage Study Findings (Alternative 3) approved (3-2)
• Recommended amendment to Brown and Caldwell stormwater contract approved (3-2)
• Adjourned meeting (3-2)

Municipal Services Committee

The Municipal Services Committee will consider several action items, including a $50,000 increase in a materials testing contract with Westwood Professional Services, approval of paving reconstruction design for Marston Alley, and a long-term temporary occupancy permit. The committee will also discuss the 2026 Public Works Department budget as an information item.

• Approve seasonal decorations request from Appleton North Side Business Association
• Approve paving reconstruction design for Marston Alley (Spruce St to Summit St)
• Amend 2025 Materials Testing Contract (M-25) with Westwood Professional Services from $100,000 to $150,000
• Approve new street design approvals for Glenmore Reserve Plat
• Approve long-term temporary occupancy permit for Hoffman Planning at 111 W College Avenue through April 30, 2026

The Municipal Services Committee approved five action items, each by a 3‑0 vote. Items included seasonal decorations for the Appleton North Side Business Association, a paving design for Marston Alley, an amendment raising the Westwood Professional Services contract limit to $150,000, new street designs for Glenmore Reserve, and a temporary occupancy permit for 111 W College Avenue through April 30 2026.

• Approved Appleton North Side Business Association seasonal decorations request (3-0)
• Approved paving reconstruction design for Marston Alley (Spruce St to Summit St) (3-0)
• Approved amendment to Materials Testing Contract M-25 with Westwood Professional Services, raising limit to $150,000 (3-0)
• Approved new street design for Glenmore Reserve (3-0)
• Approved long‑term temporary occupancy permit for Hoffman Planning at 111 W College Avenue through 4/30/2026 (3-0)

Library Board

The Personnel & Policy Committee will meet to discuss updates to the library's sensory room and display policies. The board will also review the American Library Association Freedom to View Statement and the Library Director's 2025 performance review.

• 25-1353 APL Sensory Room Policy Updates
• 25-1354 American Library Association Freedom to View Statement
• 25-1355 APL Display Policy Updates
• 25-1356 Library Director's End of Year 2025 Performance Review

The board recommended and approved updates to the Sensory Room, Freedom to View, and Display policies, each passing by voice vote (4‑0). It also approved the Library Director’s End‑of‑Year 2025 Performance Review by voice vote (4‑0). The committee entered a closed session to discuss personnel matters and later reconvened in open session. The meeting adjourned at 4:29 pm.

• Approved Sensory Room Policy Updates (voice vote 4-0)
• Approved endorsement of American Library Association Freedom to View Statement (voice vote 4-0)
• Approved Display Policy Updates (voice vote 4-0)
• Moved into Closed Session to discuss personnel matters (voice vote 4-0)
• Returned to Open Session (voice vote 4-0)
• Approved Library Director’s End of Year 2025 Performance Review (voice vote 4-0)
• Adjourned meeting (voice vote 4-0)

Common Council

The Appleton Common Council will consider several contract awards, including a $1,073,103 Parks and Recreation Facility Renovation contract with an $186,000 budget amendment. It will also review a $98,966 sustainability master‑planning contract, a $9,990 amendment to the Thrivent Complete Streets design contract, and a relocation order for right‑of‑way acquisition at Richmond Street and Ridgeview Lane. Additional items include license renewals and a special use permit for a shelter at 404 West Lawrence Street.

• Approve Parks & Rec Facility Renovation contract to Blue Sky Contractors, LLC for $1,073,103 with $186,000 budget amendment
• Approve Sustainability and Resiliency Master Planning contract to paleBLUEdot, LLC for $98,966 (contingency $8,659)
• Approve Contract Amendment #2 for Thrivent Complete Streets Plan Review with Alta Planning + Design, increasing cost by $9,990 to a maximum of $55,090
• Approve relocation order for right‑of‑way acquisition at the southeast corner of Richmond Street and Ridgeview Lane for traffic signal construction
• Approve Special Use Permit #5-25 for a shelter facility at 404 West Lawrence Street

The Common Council approved a $98,966 Sustainability and Resiliency Master Planning contract. It also approved a special use permit for a shelter at 404 West Lawrence Street and reappointed the Appleton Redevelopment Authority. Additional actions included BPAC appointments, the Veterans Park renaming process, a Class B liquor license for Appleton Parlour Collective, and adoption of a revised Miracle League Field rental policy.

• Approved $98,966 Sustainability and Resiliency Master Planning contract (12-1-1)
• Approved Special Use Permit #5-25 for shelter at 404 West Lawrence St (13-0-1)
• Reappointed Appleton Redevelopment Authority (13-0-1)
• Approved Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee appointments (13-0-1)
• Approved Veterans Park renaming process (13-0-1)
• Approved Class B liquor license for Appleton Parlour Collective LLC (12-0-2)
• Adopted revised Miracle League Field Rental and Fee Schedule Policy (approved)
• Approved Park Naming Policy amendment (8-5-1)

Appleton Public Arts Committee

The Appleton Public Arts Committee will approve minutes from its September 3, 2025 meeting. It will also hold a public participation hearing and select 12 photos from its inventory to be displayed in the Welcome Tower at Houdini Plaza (121 W. College Avenue).

• Approve minutes from the September 3, 2025 meeting (Agenda item 4, ref 25‑1339)
• Public hearing/appearances (Agenda item 5, ref 25‑1340)
• Select 12 photos for display in the Welcome Tower at Houdini Plaza, 121 W. College Avenue (Agenda item 6, ref 25‑1341)

The committee approved the minutes from the September 3, 2025 meeting. It selected twelve photos (#1, 2, 4, 12, 13, 16, 26, 38, 41, 46, 47, 54) to display in the Houdini Plaza Welcome Tower. The meeting was adjourned at 8:13 a.m.

• Approved minutes from 9-3-25 (6-0)
• Approved selection of 12 Houdini Tower photos (6-0)
• Approved adjournment at 8:13 a.m. (6-0)

Common Council

The Appleton Common Council will hold a public hearing on the proposed 2026 Executive Budget and Service Plan. The hearing allows residents to comment on the budget and service priorities for 2026. No decisions are recorded on the agenda; the meeting is primarily for public input.

• Public Hearing on the 2026 Proposed Executive Budget & Service Plan (Agenda item 25-1342)

The Common Council held a public hearing on the proposed 2026 Executive Budget and Service Plan, hearing comments from Janice Quinlan, Bob Molitor, and John Gosling. Alderperson Sheri Hartzheim moved to adjourn, seconded by Alderperson Christopher Croatt. The motion carried with 11 ayes, 1 abstention (Mayor Woodford), 2 excused members, and 2 absent members. No other actions were taken.

• Adjourned meeting at 6:20 p.m. (11 ayes, 1 abstain, 2 excused, 2 absent)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will consider adopting a resolution to appoint a Redemption Agent for outstanding Water and Storm Water Revenue Bonds. They will also vote on writing off $6,912.36 in obsolete Wastewater inventory and approving WisDOT forms for utility non-reimbursement and land conveyance related to I-41/STH 441 and I-41/CTH OO Interchange. An information item reports a Stormwater Utility budget adjustment of $4,500 in fund balance applied and $4,500 in debt issuance costs, approved by the Mayor and Finance Director.

• Resolution #2025-16 appointing a Redemption Agent for outstanding Water and Storm Water Revenue Bonds
• Write-off of obsolete Wastewater inventory in the amount of $6,912.36
• Approval of WisDOT DT2245 and DT1661 forms for utility non-reimbursement and quit claim deed for I-41/STH 441
• Approval of WisDOT DT2245 and DT1660 forms for utility non-reimbursement and conveyance of rights for I-41/CTH OO Interchange
• Stormwater Utility budget adjustment: $4,500 fund balance applied and $4,500 debt issuance costs for redemption agent agreement

The committee approved the minutes from the Oct. 20 meeting. It adopted Resolution #2025-16 to appoint a redemption agent for outstanding water and storm‑water revenue bonds. It approved a $6,912.36 write‑off of obsolete wastewater inventory and approved WisDOT non‑reimbursement and deed forms for two I‑41 projects. A $4,500 budget adjustment for the stormwater utility was also approved.

• Approved previous meeting minutes (5‑0)
• Adopted Resolution #2025-16 appointing redemption agent for water and storm‑water bonds (5‑0)
• Approved write‑off of obsolete wastewater inventory $6,912.36 (5‑0)
• Approved WisDOT DT2245 and DT1661 forms for I‑41/STH 441 (5‑0)
• Approved WisDOT DT2245 and DT1660 forms for I‑41/CTH OO Interchange (5‑0)
• Approved $4,500 stormwater utility fund balance adjustment and $4,500 debt issuance cost for redemption agent agreement (Mayor and Finance Director approval)
• Adjourned meeting (5‑0)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee is holding a budget workshop to consider and vote on a series of budget requests for the upcoming fiscal year. The agenda includes approval of budgets for Police, Fire, Public Works, Parks, Library, and many other city departments. No dollar amounts are specified in the agenda; only the budget page references are provided.

• Approval of Police Budget (pages 417-431)
• Approval of Fire Budget (pages 441-459)
• Approval of Public Works Budget (pages 299-323)
• Approval of Valley Transit Budget (pages 281-298)
• Approval of TIF Districts Budget (pages 179-215)

The Finance Committee recommended and approved the Legal Services, Valley Transit, Water, Public Works, Police, Fire, Parks and Recreation, and Finance budgets. All motions carried unanimously, first with a 5‑0 vote and later with a 4‑0 vote after one member was excused. No items were denied or tabled.

• Approved Legal Services Budget (5-0)
• Approved Valley Transit Budget (5-0)
• Approved Water Budget (5-0)
• Approved Public Works Budget (5-0)
• Approved Police Budget (4-0)
• Approved Fire Budget (4-0)
• Approved Parks and Recreation Budget (4-0)
• Approved Finance Budget (4-0)

Safety and Licensing Committee

The Safety and Licensing Committee will hear an appeal from Mad Elephant (Chisa Jitmaiwong) regarding the denial of a mechanical amusement device license at 1222 S. Oneida St., which involves concerns about gambling machines. Several businesses appear for demerit point violations related to underage alcohol sales. The committee also considers new alcohol licenses, renewals, and 2026 budgets for the police, fire, and city clerk departments.

• Appeal of denied mechanical amusement device license for Mad Elephant at 1222 S. Oneida St. (includes gambling machine concerns)
• Demerit point violation appearances for The Bar on the Avenue, Badger Mobil, CVS Pharmacy #8525, Festival Foods, Good Company, Hide-A-Way Bar, and Rascal's Bar & Grill
• New Class B beer and reserve liquor license applications for Appleton Parlour Collective (501 N Richmond St) and West Edison Rivery (101 W Edison Ave Ste 180)
• License renewals: secondhand dealer license for Jessie Mae's This and That (619 W Wisconsin Ave) and taxicab licenses for Evergreen Campsites & Resort and L&M Carriage Service
• 2026 budget reviews for Police Department, Fire Department, and City Clerk's Office

The Safety and Licensing Committee approved the minutes from the October 8, 2025 meeting. Committee members heard demerit‑point violation appearances from several businesses and agents. The committee voted to hold the Mechanical Amusement Device License for Mad Elephant until the next regular meeting on December 10, 2025. The balance of the agenda was approved and the meeting was adjourned at 6:13 p.m.

• Approved October 8, 2025 Safety & Licensing minutes (5‑0)
• Postponed Mad Elephant mechanical amusement device license until 12/10/2025 (5‑0)
• Approved balance of agenda (5‑0)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:13 p.m. (5‑0)

City Plan Commission

The City Plan Commission will hold a public hearing on Special Use Permit #5‑25 for a shelter facility at 404 West Lawrence Street. After the hearing, the commission will consider a request to approve the permit, which requires a two‑thirds vote of the Common Council. No council action is scheduled during this meeting, though council members may be present.

• Public hearing on Special Use Permit #5‑25 for a shelter at 404 West Lawrence Street
• Request to approve the Special Use Permit, requiring a 2/3 Common Council vote
• Review of staff memorandum and attached resolution related to the permit

The City Plan Commission approved the minutes from the October 8 meeting by a unanimous vote. It then recommended Special Use Permit #5-25 for a shelter facility at 404 West Lawrence Street, with six members voting aye and one abstaining. The meeting was adjourned at 3:52 p.m. by a unanimous vote.

• Approved previous meeting minutes (7-0)
• Recommended Special Use Permit #5-25 for shelter (6-1 abstain)
• Adjourned meeting at 3:52 p.m. (7-0)

Community Development Committee

The Community Development Committee is deciding on the third amendment to a development agreement with Merge, LLC for a mixed-use project at the southeast corner of W. Washington Street and N. Appleton Street. They will also consider preliminary 2026 CDBG funding allocations and an offer to purchase a 4.627-acre lot in Southpoint Commerce Park for $43,000 per acre. Two closed sessions are scheduled for real estate negotiations related to these properties.

• Third Amendment to the Development Agreement (Phase II) with Merge, LLC for mixed-use development in TIF District No. 11
• Preliminary 2026 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) core and city department program funding allocations
• Offer to purchase Lot 41 in Southpoint Commerce Park (4041 East Endeavor Drive) at $43,000 per acre
• Closed session for real estate negotiations on the Merge development property
• Closed session for real estate negotiations on the Southpoint Commerce Park lot

The Community Development Committee approved the minutes from the October 8 meeting. It recommended and approved the preliminary 2026 Community Development Block Grant funding, the third amendment to the Phase II development agreement with Merge, LLC, and the purchase offer for Lot 41 in Southpoint Commerce Park. The meeting was adjourned at 4:58 p.m.

• Approved 10‑8‑25 CDC minutes (4‑0)
• Approved preliminary 2026 PY CDBG Core and City Department funding (4‑0)
• Approved third amendment to Phase II Development Agreement with Merge, LLC (4‑0)
• Approved offer to purchase Lot 41, Southpoint Commerce Park (4‑0)
• Adjourned meeting at 4:58 p.m. (4‑0)

Human Resources & Information Technology Committee

The Human Resources & Information Technology Committee will hear information items on the proposed 2026 budgets for the Human Resources and Information Technology departments, as well as 2025 amended budget corrections for IT. A recruitment status report through October 21, 2025, will also be presented. The meeting includes routine approval of previous minutes and public appearances.

• 2026 Human Resources Department Budget review
• 2026 Information Technology Department Budget review
• 2025 Amended Budget Corrections for Information Technology
• Recruitment Status Report through 10/21/2025

The Human Resources & Information Technology Committee approved the minutes from the September 10, 2025 meeting with a 4‑0 vote. No other actions were taken. The committee then adjourned with a unanimous 4‑0 vote.

• Approved previous meeting minutes (4-0)
• Adjourned meeting (4-0)

Parks and Recreation Committee

The Parks and Recreation Committee will consider renaming Veterans Park and approve a lease for a restaurant patio at Vulcan Heritage Park. The committee will also adopt a revised rental and fee schedule for the Miracle League field.

• Approve Veterans Park renaming process
• Approve J Restaurant Patio lease at Vulcan Heritage Park
• Adopt Miracle League Field rental and fee schedule policy
• Review 2026 proposed budgets for Reid Golf Course and Parks & Recreation
• Review September 2025 revenue and expense report for Reid Golf Course

The Parks and Recreation Committee approved a lease for J Restaurant to use patio space in Vulcan Heritage Park for 2025‑2030. It adopted two amendments to the Naming of Public Parklands Policy, each passing 3‑2. The Veterans Park renaming process was amended to add outreach language, passing 5‑0. The committee also adopted the revised Miracle League Field rental and fee schedule policy.

• Approved minutes from September 22, 2025 meeting (5-0)
• Amended Naming of Public Parklands Policy – classifications amendment (3-2)
• Amended Naming of Public Parklands Policy – substitution amendment (3-2)
• Amended Veterans Park renaming process to include outreach language (5-0)
• Approved J Restaurant patio lease in Vulcan Heritage Park for 2025‑2030 (5-0)
• Adopted revised Miracle League Field rental and fee schedule policy (5-0)

Municipal Services Committee

The Municipal Services Committee will hold a design hearing for the 2026 paving reconstruction project on Marston Alley between Spruce Street and Summit Street. It will consider approval of the third revision to the State/Municipal Agreement for the Lawe Street reconstruction from College Avenue to Wisconsin Avenue. The committee will also vote on a temporary occupancy permit for 318 W College Avenue, a $9,990 amendment to the Thrivent Complete Streets contract with Alta Planning + Design, and a relocation order for right‑of‑way acquisition at Richmond Street and Ridgeview Lane for traffic signals.

• Design hearing for 2026 Paving Reconstruction Project – Marston Alley (Spruce St to Summit St)
• Approve 3rd revision to State/Municipal Agreement for Lawe Street reconstruction (College Ave to Wisconsin Ave)
• Approve long‑term temporary occupancy permit for 318 W College Avenue through Nov 19 2025
• Approve Contract Amendment #2 for Thrivent Complete Streets Plan Review with Alta Planning + Design, adding $9,990 (total ≤ $55,090)
• Approve relocation order for right‑of‑way acquisition at southeast corner of Richmond Street and Ridgeview Lane for traffic signals

The Municipal Services Committee unanimously approved the minutes from the October 6 meeting. It also approved the third revision to the Lawe Street design agreement, a temporary occupancy permit for 318 W College Avenue, a $9,990 amendment to the Thrivent Complete Streets contract, and a relocation order for right‑of‑way acquisition at Richmond and Ridgeview. All motions passed with a 5‑0 vote.

• Approved minutes from Oct. 6, 2025 (5-0)
• Approved 3rd revision to Lawe Street State/Municipal Agreement (5-0)
• Approved long‑term temporary occupancy permit for 318 W College Ave through Nov. 19, 2025 (5-0)
• Approved Contract Amendment #2 for Thrivent Complete Streets plan, +$9,990, total ≤$55,090 (5-0)
• Approved relocation order for right‑of‑way at Richmond St & Ridgeview Ln for traffic signals (5-0)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will vote on two major contracts: a $1.15 million Parks and Recreation Facility Renovation Project with Blue Sky Contractors, including a $186,000 budget transfer from Hardscapes CIP requiring a 2/3 council vote, and a $107,625 Sustainability and Resiliency Master Planning contract with paleBLUEdot. The committee will also consider adopting a revised Park and Open Space Special Revenue Fund Policy. Information items include final payments for sidewalk and sewer contracts and 2026 departmental budgets.

• Award Parks and Rec Facility Renovation to Blue Sky Contractors for $1,158,951 total with budget amendment
• Award Sustainability and Resiliency Master Planning to paleBLUEdot for $107,625 total
• Adopt revised Park and Open Space Special Revenue Fund Policy
• Request final payments: sidewalk sawcutting ($15,932.69), sidewalk repairs ($325,192.11), sewer/water project ($230,574.20)
• Review 2026 budgets for Facilities, Finance, Risk Management, and Legal Services

The Finance Committee approved the Sustainability and Resiliency Master Planning contract with paleBLUEdot, LLC (vote 4-1). It also approved the Parks and Recreation Facility Renovation contract to Blue Sky Contractors, LLC for $1,073,103 and a $186,000 budget amendment (vote 5-0). The committee adopted the revised Park and Open Space Special Revenue Fund Policy (vote 5-0). Minutes from the September 22 meeting were approved (vote 5-0).

• Approved $98,966 sustainability master planning contract to paleBLUEdot, LLC (4-1)
• Approved $1,073,103 Parks & Rec Facility Renovation contract to Blue Sky Contractors, LLC and $186,000 budget amendment (5-0)
• Adopted revised Park and Open Space Special Revenue Fund Policy (5-0)
• Approved September 22, 2025 Finance Committee meeting minutes (5-0)

Common Council

The Appleton Common Council will review committee recommendations for water infrastructure contracts, a wastewater rate increase, and zoning changes, along with a set of truancy ordinances.

• Award Water Tower Booster Pump Improvements contract to Rhode Brothers, Inc. ($824,740)
• Approve wastewater rate increase of 4% effective January 1, 2026
• Approve rezoning for Bowman and Alksnis Annexation (2.038 acres at 1624 & 1720 East Melody Lane)
• Approve Third Amendment to Development Agreement with Rise Apartments (N. Oneida St, E. Harris St, N. Appleton St)
• Consider Ordinances #113-25, #114-25, #117-25, and #118-25 regarding truancy

The Common Council approved numerous items, including a 4% wastewater rate increase and a $5 truck‑scale fee effective Jan 1 2026. It also approved the water tower booster pump contract, several budget amendments, and rezoning of the Bowman and Alksnis annexation. All motions were carried with recorded vote tallies where noted.

• Approved Ordinances #113-25, #114-25, #117-25 (Truancy) and #118-25, vote 9‑5
• Approved Shoreland‑Wetland and Shoreland Zoning text & map amendments, vote 14‑0
• Approved water tower booster pump contract to Rhode Brothers, Inc. for $767,200 (total $824,740)
• Approved wastewater rate increase of 4% and $5 truck‑scale fee, effective Jan 1 2026
• Approved rezoning #8-25 for Bowman and Alksnis Annexation to R‑1B single‑family district
• Approved long‑term temporary occupancy permits for 1808 W Pine St and 222 W College Ave
• Approved budget amendment: -$49,300 Aeration CIP, -$37,160 Sludge Storage CIP, +$86,460 Midway Road Lift Station Valve Vault CIP
• Approved Change Order #1 adding $40,000 to S‑25 Parking Ramp Repairs contract

Library Board

The Library Board will meet to act on the September 2025 bill register, an October 2025 budget amendment, and the 2026-2028 OWLS membership agreement. The board will also receive updates on the 2026 budget process and a non-profit access grant from the Public Services Commission of Wisconsin.

• October 2025 Budget Amendment
• APL - OWLS Membership Agreement 2026-2028
• September 2025 Bill Register
• Public Services Commission of Wisconsin Non-Profit Access Grant
• 2026 Budget Process Update

The Library Board approved the September 16, 2025 meeting minutes and placed three action items on a consent agenda. The consent agenda was approved, and the Board subsequently approved the Bill Register, the October 2025 budget amendment, and the OWLS membership agreement for 2026‑2028. The meeting was adjourned at 5:39 pm.

• Approved September 16, 2025 meeting minutes (8-0)
• Placed Action Items 25-1218, 25-1219, 25-1220 on consent agenda (8-0)
• Approved consent agenda (8-0)
• Approved Bill Register (action item 25-1218)
• Approved October 2025 budget amendment (action item 25-1219)
• Approved APL‑OWLS membership agreement 2026‑2028 (action item 25-1220)
• Adjourned meeting (8-0)

Board of Health

The Board of Health will discuss the 2026 Health Department budget, grants, and updated fee schedules. The meeting also includes a report on respiratory virus surveillance and wastewater.

• 2026 Health Department Budget
• 2026 EH and WM Fee Schedules
• 2026 Health Department Grants
• Respiratory Virus Surveillance and Waste Water Report
• New Noise Variances

The Board approved the October 9, 2025 Board of Health meeting minutes with a 6‑0 vote. The meeting was then adjourned at 7:43 am, also by a 6‑0 vote. No other actions were taken.

• Approved 09.10.2025 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:43 am (6-0)

Safety and Licensing Committee

The Safety and Licensing Committee will hear an appeal of the denial of a mechanical amusement device license for Mad Elephant at 1222 S. Oneida St., after the Common Council referred it back. The committee also considers demerit point violations for six bars and reviews several alcohol license applications, including a Class B beer license for AmericInn Appleton. Information items list recent alcohol license violation convictions and upcoming special events.

• Appeal of denial of mechanical amusement device license for Mad Elephant, 1222 S. Oneida St.
• Demerit point violation appearances for Eager Beaver Bar & Grill, Flanagan's Stop & Shop, Jim's Place, M.T. Pockets, Parker John's BBQ & Pizza, and Urban Modern Kitchen
• Class B beer license application for AmericInn Appleton at 3900 N Gateway Dr, contingent on inspections
• Temporary alcohol licenses for Fox Valley Literacy, Photo Opp, Appleton Downtown Inc (Houdini 10K), Building for Kids, Sacred Heart Church, and Xavier Booster Club
• Information on alcohol license violation convictions at six locations, including Badger Mobil and Festival Foods

The committee unanimously approved the minutes from the September 24 meeting. It voted to hold the Mechanical Amusement Device license decision until the October 22 meeting. The balance of the agenda was approved, and the meeting was adjourned at 5:55 p.m.

• Approved minutes from 9/24/25 (5-0)
• Motion to hold Mechanical Amusement Device license until Oct 22 carried (5-0)
• Approved balance of agenda (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 5:55 p.m. (5-0)

City Plan Commission

The City Plan Commission will hold public hearings and vote on a total update to the city's comprehensive plan. The body will also consider zoning changes for shoreland-wetland districts and a specific land rezoning for an annexation.

• Proposed adoption of Plan Appleton to repeal and recreate the City of Appleton Comprehensive Plan
• Rezoning #8-25 for 1624 and 1720 East Melody Lane from AG Agricultural to R-1B Single-family District
• Proposed text and map amendments to Municipal Code Chapter 23 regarding Shoreland-Wetland Zoning District Regulations
• Approval request for the Comet Ridge Preliminary Plat
• Resolution #2025-15 regarding the adoption of Plan Appleton

The City Plan Commission approved the meeting minutes. It recommended approval of Shoreland‑Wetland zoning text and map amendments, rezoning of 2.038 acres at 1624 and 1720 East Melody Lane from Agricultural to R‑1B, adoption of Plan Appleton, and approval of the Comet Ridge Preliminary Plat. All motions passed with a 6‑0 vote and one member excused.

• Approve meeting minutes (6-0)
• Recommend Shoreland‑Wetland zoning amendments for approval (6-0)
• Recommend Rezoning #8-25 (2.038 acres) to R‑1B Single‑family District (6-0)
• Recommend adoption of Plan Appleton (Resolution #2025-15) (6-0)
• Recommend approval of Comet Ridge Preliminary Plat (6-0)

Community Development Committee

The Community Development Committee will consider a request to approve the Third Amendment to the Development Agreement with Rise Apartments, LLC for redevelopment on N. Oneida Street, E. Harris Street, and N. Appleton Street in Tax Increment Financing District No. 11. The committee will also review an Inspection Division permit summary report ending September 30, 2025, and several 2026 budget and grant documents for the Community Development Department. No council action is scheduled, but the committee may make recommendations.

• Request to approve Third Amendment to Development Agreement with Rise Apartments, LLC for redevelopment on N. Oneida St, E. Harris St, and N. Appleton St (TIF District 11)
• Inspection Division Permit Summary Report ending 9-30-25
• 2026 Community Development Department Budget
• 2026 Community Development Grants
• 2026 Tax Increment Financing (TIF) fund documents (TIF 3, TIF 6‑13)

The committee approved the minutes from the September 10 meeting. It recommended approval of the Third Amendment to the Development Agreement with Rise Apartments, LLC. The meeting was adjourned at 5:19 p.m.

• Approved CDC minutes from 9‑10‑25 (5-0)
• Recommended approval of Third Amendment to Development Agreement with Rise Apartments, LLC (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 5:19 p.m. (5-0)

Fox Cities Transit Commission

The Fox Cities Transit Commission will approve September 2025 payment requests, adopt an updated Public Transportation Agency Safety Plan, and discuss awarding a bid for a maintenance lift replacement. The meeting will also include a review of the 2026 Valley Transit budget and a public participation segment.

• Approval of September 2025 payments
• Approval of Updated Public Transportation Agency Safety Plan (PTASP)
• Award bid for maintenance lift replacement
• Review of Valley Transit 2026 budget
• Public participation on agenda items

The commission approved the previous meeting minutes, September 2025 payments, and the updated Public Transportation Agency Safety Plan, all by voice vote. Commissioners also recommended approval of the award for the Maintenance Lift Replacement. The 2026 Valley Transit budget was presented and future agenda items were requested.

• Approved previous meeting minutes (voice vote, motion carried)
• Approved September 2025 payments (voice vote, motion carried)
• Approved updated Public Transportation Agency Safety Plan (voice vote, motion carried)
• Recommended award for Maintenance Lift Replacement (voice vote, motion carried)
• Presented 2026 Valley Transit budget (no vote recorded)
• Requested future agenda items (no vote recorded)
• Adjourned meeting unanimously (motion carried)

Utilities Committee

The Utilities Committee will consider awarding a bid for Midway Road lift station valve vault modifications and approving a 4% wastewater rate increase effective January 1, 2026. The committee will also review findings from the Providence Trails drainage study and the Northland-Bellaire flood study update.

• Award Midway Road lift station valve vault modifications bid to Sabel Mechanical for up to $86,460
• Approve 4% wastewater rate increase for general service and special hauled waste effective January 1, 2026
• Review Providence Trails Drainage Study findings and recommendations
• Review Northland-Bellaire Flood Study Update #3
• Approve truck scale fee of $5.00 per weight verification

The committee approved the September 23 minutes (4‑0). It awarded the Midway Road lift‑station valve vault contract to Sabel Mechanical for up to $86,460 (5‑0). It adopted a 4% increase in wastewater rates and a $5 truck‑scale fee effective Jan. 1, 2026 (5‑0). It also approved the Providence Trails drainage study findings (5‑0).

• Approved September 23 minutes (4‑0)
• Awarded Midway Road lift‑station valve vault contract to Sabel Mechanical, up to $86,460 (5‑0)
• Approved 4% wastewater rate increase for general and special hauled service (5‑0)
• Approved $5.00 truck‑scale fee per weight verification (5‑0)
• Approved Providence Trails Drainage Study Findings and Recommendations (5‑0)

Municipal Services Committee

The Municipal Services Committee will consider several action items, including temporary occupancy permits, a parking request, and infrastructure agreements. The committee will vote on a first revision to the State/Municipal Agreement for the design and construction of the Olde Oneida Street Bridge over the Power Canal. It will also approve new street design parameters for the Comet Ridge plat and extensions of temporary occupancy permits for sites at 1808 W Pine Street and 222 W. College Avenue. Additionally, a request for Small Business Saturday 2025 parking will be reviewed.

• Approve 1st Revision to State/Municipal Agreement for design and construction of Olde Oneida Street Bridge over the Power Canal
• Approve Comet Ridge plat new street design parameters
• Extend Long Term Temporary Occupancy Permit for construction dumpster at 1808 W Pine Street through Dec 22, 2025
• Extend Long Term Temporary Occupancy Permit (25-033-T) on Superior Street and College Avenue for 222 W. College Avenue through Dec 31, 2025
• Review Small Business Saturday 2025 parking request

The Municipal Services Committee approved the September 22, 2025 minutes. It then approved a long‑term temporary occupancy permit for a construction dumpster at 1808 W Pine St through Dec 22 2025, extensions of temporary occupancy permits on Superior St and 222 W College Ave through Dec 31 2025, a Small Business Saturday 2025 parking request, the first revision to the state/municipal agreement for the Olde Oneida Street Bridge, and the new street design parameters for Comet Ridge. All motions carried unanimously (5‑0).

• Approved September 22, 2025 minutes (5-0)
• Approved long‑term temporary occupancy permit for construction dumpster at 1808 W Pine St through Dec 22 2025 (5-0)
• Approved temporary occupancy permit extensions on Superior St and 222 W College Ave through Dec 31 2025 (5-0)
• Approved Small Business Saturday 2025 parking request (5-0)
• Approved 1st revision to State/Municipal Agreement for Olde Oneida Street Bridge (5-0)
• Approved Comet Ridge plat new street design parameters (5-0)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will consider awarding a contract for Water Tower Booster Pump Improvements to Rhode Brothers, Inc., and approve budget amendments for aeration upgrades and a lift station valve vault project.

• Award Water Tower Booster Pump Improvements contract to Rhode Brothers, Inc. for $824,740
• Approve budget amendment for Midway Road Lift Station Valve Vault CIP +$86,460
• Approve Change Order #1 for Parking Ramp Repairs and Maintenance contract
• Approve final payment for Park & Rec Building Generator contract
• Approve final payment for H-24 Parking Ramp Repairs and Maintenance contract

The Finance Committee approved the minutes from the September 22 meeting. It then approved awarding the Water Tower Booster Pump improvements contract to Rhode Brothers, Inc. with a total not to exceed $824,740. The committee also approved a budget amendment for several CIP projects and a $40,000 change order for the S‑25 parking ramp contract. The meeting was adjourned at 5:36 p.m.

• Approved previous meeting minutes (5-0)
• Awarded Water Tower Booster Pump contract to Rhode Brothers, Inc. (5-0)
• Approved budget amendment for aeration, sludge storage, and valve vault CIP (5-0)
• Approved Change Order #1 for S‑25 Parking Ramp Repairs, increasing contract to $1,388,594.50 (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 5:36 p.m. (5-0)

Common Council

The Common Council will review a proposed truancy ordinance and design approvals for 2027 paving projects. The body will also consider zoning amendments, liquor licenses, and budget requests for city decorations and equipment.

• Design approvals for 2027 paving on Badger Ave, Sixth St, Eighth St, and Rankin St
• Resolution #3-R-25 regarding a Truancy Ordinance
• Budget amendment of $38,000 for street light decorations and banners
• Sole source purchase of Netzsch progressive cavity pumps from Crane Engineering for $49,953
• Zoning text amendments for Temporary Uses and Structures (Section 23-54) and Signs

The council approved the September 17 meeting minutes and several licensing, procurement, and ordinance items. It also adopted design approvals for upcoming 2027 paving reconstruction projects, with votes ranging from unanimous to mixed and the mayor abstaining on each motion.

• Approved September 17 minutes (15 ayes, 1 abstain)
• Approved BB Sports Cards Class B beer and Class C wine license (15 ayes, 1 abstain)
• Approved sole source purchase of pumps for $49,953 (15 ayes, 1 abstain)
• Approved Truancy Ordinance amendment by substitution (15 ayes, 1 abstain)
• Approved wording change to Truancy Ordinance (14 ayes, 1 nay, 1 abstain)
• Approved Truancy Ordinance as amended (9 ayes, 6 nays, 1 abstain)
• Approved 2027 paving reconstruction design plans (14 ayes, 1 nay, 1 abstain)

City Plan Commission

The City Plan Commission holds public hearings and then votes on three sets of amendments to Chapter 23 Zoning: temporary uses and structures, new Shoreland-Wetland Zoning District regulations with map changes, and sign code revisions. The commission also considers a resolution supporting the Shared Vision for West College Avenue. All items are on the action agenda for approval.

• Public hearing on text amendments to Section 23-54 Temporary Uses and Structures
• Public hearing on creating Article XI Shoreland-Wetland Zoning District and amending shoreland map
• Public hearing on amendments to Article XIV Signs
• Action item to approve temporary use code amendments (25-1094)
• Resolution #2025-14 supporting the Shared Vision for West College Avenue

The commission approved the minutes from the September 10 meeting. It adopted amendments to the zoning code for temporary uses, signs, and a shoreland‑wetland district, and it approved a resolution supporting the shared vision for West College Avenue. The shoreland‑wetland amendment was postponed until the next meeting.

• Approved previous meeting minutes (6-0)
• Approved temporary‑use zoning amendments (6-0)
• Held shoreland‑wetland zoning text and map amendments until next meeting (6-0)
• Approved sign‑code zoning amendments (6-0)
• Approved Resolution #2025-14 supporting West College Avenue vision (6-0)

Safety and Licensing Committee

The Safety and Licensing Committee will discuss Resolution #3‑R‑25 Truancy Ordinance and consider several pending license applications. Items include a Class B beer and Class C wine license for BB Sports Cards LLC, a mechanical amusement device license appeal for Mad Elephant, a Class B beer license for Fronteras LLC, and temporary Class B wine licenses for Fox Valley Atheists and NewVoices LLC. The meeting also includes public‑hearing appearances for demerit‑point violations but no Common Council action will be taken.

• Class "B" Beer and "Class C" Wine license application for BB Sports Cards LLC d/b/a BB Sports Cards, 2310 W College Ave Unit A (contingent on Health, Inspections, and Public Works approval)
• Mechanical Amusement Device license appeal for Mad Elephant, 1222 S. Oneida St (appeal of denial)
• Resolution #3‑R‑25 Truancy Ordinance (discussion and possible amendment)
• Class "B" Beer license application for Fronteras LLC d/b/a Fronteras, 2311 W College Ave
• Temporary "Class B" Wine license for Fox Valley Atheists, Agnostics, and Free Thinkers, 501 N. Richmond St. for a Drag Brunch & Bingo event on Sep 28, 2025 (contingent on Police and Health approval)

The committee approved a series of amendments to Resolution #3‑R‑25 Truancy Ordinance, adding limits on disposition options and specifying reporting requirements, and then adopted the ordinance as amended. Votes on the amendments ranged from 3‑2 to 4‑1, with the final approval passing 3‑2. The committee also recommended approval of a BB Sports Cards alcohol license, denied the Mad Elephant mechanical amusement device license, and endorsed several retail and event applications.

• Recommended approval of BB Sports Cards Class B Beer & Class C Wine license (5-0)
• Recommended denial of Mad Elephant mechanical amusement device license (5-0)
• Approved amendment by substitution to Truancy Ordinance (3-2)
• Approved addition limiting truancy dispositions (3-2)
• Approved reporting requirements amendment to Truancy Ordinance (4-1)
• Approved Truancy Ordinance as amended (3-2)
• Recommended approval of McFleshman's retail outlet transfer for Fox Valley Lagerfest (no vote recorded)
• Approved routes for multiple high school homecoming parades and community events (no vote recorded)

Joint Review Board

The Joint Review Board for Calumet and Winnebago Counties will meet to approve minutes from previous sessions and review the 2024 annual reports for Tax Incremental Financing Districts #7 and #13. No Common Council action is expected.

• Approval of minutes from September 16, 2024, and August 2, 2023
• Review of 2024 Annual Reports for TIF District #7
• Review of 2024 Annual Reports for TIF District #13
• Public participation period scheduled
• Meeting held at City of Appleton Council Chambers, 6th Floor

The Joint Review Board approved the minutes from the September 16, 2024 and August 2, 2023 meetings. The board then adjourned the September 24, 2025 meeting at 11:07 a.m.

• Approved prior meeting minutes (5 aye, 0 no)
• Adjourned meeting (5 aye, 0 no)

Fox Cities Transit Commission

The Fox Cities Transit Commission will consider approval of payments for July and August 2025, receive a presentation on the 2024 audit financial statements, and review ridership and financial reports. An update on the WisGo fare system implementation is also scheduled.

• Approval of payments for July and August 2025 (amounts not specified in agenda)
• Presentation of 2024 audit financial statements
• Ridership reports noting data integration issues with new fare system affecting total numbers
• WisGo implementation update

The Fox Cities Transit Commission approved the minutes from the July 22, 2025 meeting by voice vote. The commission also approved the July and August 2025 payment packages by voice vote. No public comments were received on agenda items, and the 2024 audit and recent financial and ridership reports were presented for information only.

• Approved minutes from previous meeting (voice vote)
• Approved July 2025 payment package (voice vote)
• Approved August 2025 payment package (voice vote)

Utilities Committee

The Utilities Committee will consider approval of August meeting minutes and receive presentations on the Providence Trails Drainage Study and water main break reports for July and August 2025. No action is scheduled on these informational items.

• Approval of minutes from August 26, 2025 Utilities Committee meeting
• Providence Trails Drainage Study presentation
• Water main break reports for July and August 2025

The Utilities Committee approved the August 26, 2025 meeting minutes with a 4‑0 vote. No other substantive actions were taken. The committee then adjourned at 6:05 p.m. with a 4‑0 vote.

• Approved August 26, 2025 Utilities Committee minutes (4-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:05 p.m. (4-0)

Parks and Recreation Committee

The Parks and Recreation Committee will vote on the amended Veterans Park renaming process, which was moved, seconded and approved 4‑0. It will review the August 2025 revenue and expense report for Reid Golf Course. The committee will also consider resolutions to support a TAP grant for the city‑wide bike and pedestrian plan and a WisDOT application for the Southpoint Trail.

• Approve amendment to Veterans Park renaming process (motion passed 4‑0)
• Review Reid Golf Course August 2025 revenue & expense report
• Resolution to apply for TAP grant for city‑wide bike and pedestrian plan and Southpoint Powerline Trail
• Resolution for WisDOT application for Southpoint Trail

The committee approved the minutes from the August 25, 2025 meeting with a unanimous 3‑0 vote. It then voted to hold the Veterans Park renaming process until the October 20, 2025 meeting, also by a 3‑0 vote. The meeting was adjourned at 6:16 p.m. with a unanimous 3‑0 vote.

• Approved August 25, 2025 minutes (3-0)
• Held Veterans Park renaming process until 10/20/25 (3-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:16 p.m. (3-0)

Municipal Services Committee

The Municipal Services Committee will vote on design approvals for four paving reconstruction projects planned for 2027 on Badger Avenue, Sixth Street, Eighth Street, and Rankin Street. They will also consider an updated policy on signs in the street right-of-way. The meeting includes approval of previous minutes and standard procedural items.

• Design approval for 2027 paving reconstruction on Badger Ave (College Ave to Memorial Dr)
• Design approval for 2027 paving reconstruction on Sixth St (Memorial Dr to State St)
• Design approval for 2027 paving reconstruction on Eighth St (Pierce Ave to Badger Ave)
• Design approval for 2027 paving reconstruction on Rankin St (Commercial St to Wisconsin Ave)
• Approve update to Signs in the Street Right-of-Way Policy

The committee approved the minutes from the September 8, 2025 meeting. It recommended approval of design plans for four 2027 paving reconstruction projects on Badger Avenue, Sixth Street, Eighth Street and Rankin Street. It also approved the updated Signs in the Street Right‑of‑Way Policy.

• Approved minutes from Sep 8, 2025 meeting (4-0)
• Recommended approval of design approvals for 2027 paving projects on Badger Ave, Sixth St, Eighth St, Rankin St (4-1)
• Approved Signs in the Street Right‑of‑Way Policy Update (5-0)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will consider approving a budget amendment to fund street light decorations and banners, award a sole-source contract for pumps, and apply for grants for bike and pedestrian planning and a trail project.

• Approve $76,000 budget amendment for street light decorations and banners
• Award sole-source contract for Netzsch pumps to Crane Engineering for $49,953
• Apply for TAP grant for City-wide Bike and Pedestrian Plan
• Apply for TAP grant for Southpoint Powerline Trail construction
• Approve final payment for Grit System & Raw Sludge Pump Replacement

The committee approved the minutes from the August 25 meeting. It adopted a $38,000 budget amendment for community‑development street‑light decorations. The committee also approved a sole‑source purchase of Netzsch pumps for $49,953 and two resolutions to apply for TAP grants for a bike‑and‑pedestrian plan and the Southpoint Powerline Trail project. The meeting was adjourned at 6:45 p.m.

• Approved August 25 meeting minutes (vote 4‑0)
• Approved 2025 budget amendment: Community Development donations $38,000 and other obligations $38,000 (vote 4‑0)
• Approved sole‑source purchase of Netzsch progressive cavity pumps to Crane Engineering for $49,953 (vote 4‑0)
• Approved Resolution 2025‑14 to apply for TAP grant for city‑wide Bike and Pedestrian Plan (vote 4‑0)
• Approved Resolution 2025‑12 to apply for TAP grant for Southpoint Powerline Trail project (vote 4‑0)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:45 p.m. (vote 4‑0)

Joint Review Board

The Joint Review Board will meet to review the 2024 annual reports for Tax Incremental Financing Districts #3, 8, 9, 10, 11, and 12 in Outagamie County. The board will also approve minutes from the September 10, 2024 meeting and hold a public participation period. No action items are listed; the primary purpose is informational review of TIF district performance.

• Review 2024 annual report for TIF District #3
• Review 2024 annual report for TIF District #8
• Review 2024 annual report for TIF District #9
• Review 2024 annual report for TIF District #10
• Approval of minutes from September 10, 2024 meeting

Common Council

The Appleton Common Council will hold a public hearing and adopt a final resolution to vacate N. Oneida Street and an adjacent historic alley. It will consider land disposition actions, including the purchase of a Division Street parcel for $1.00 and the Bowman and Alksnis annexation of about 2.038 acres on East Melody Lane. The agenda also includes licensing matters, a 2.5% alderperson salary increase, and approvals of several tuberculosis program procedures.

• Public hearing and final resolution for street vacation of N. Oneida Street and unnamed historic alley
• Offer to Purchase for Division Street parcel (Tax Id #31-5-1056-00) at a purchase price of $1.00
• Ordinance #111-25 approving Bowman and Alksnis annexation (≈2.038 acres at 1624 and 1720 East Melody Lane)
• Recommendation for a 2.5% salary increase for alderpersons, raising annual salary to $6,918.75 effective April 2027
• Adoption of multiple tuberculosis program procedures (active case management, latent infection, therapy, contacts, case finding)

The Common Council approved several key actions, including a street vacation for N. Oneida Street, a retail outlet transfer for McFleshman's Farm Market, and Ordinance #111-25 annexing Bowman and Alksnis parcels. It also approved the $1 purchase of a Division Street parcel, a temporary alcohol license for Fox Cities Performing Arts Center, and multiple public‑health procedures, while denying an operator license for Jeffrey Hanson.

• Approved Final Resolution for N. Oneida Street and Unnamed Historic Alley street vacation (13-0)
• Approved McFleshman's Full Service Retail Outlet Transfer Application (12-2)
• Approved Ordinance #111-25 (Bowman and Alksnis annexation) (13-0)
• Approved land disposition and $1 purchase of Division Street parcel (approval recorded, vote not specified)
• Approved Class B beer and liquor temporary license for Fox Cities Performing Arts Center (approval recorded)
• Denied Operator License for Jeffrey Hanson (approval recorded, vote not specified)
• Approved parking changes at 1300 block of N. Viola St. (approval recorded)
• Approved multiple Tuberculosis program procedures (approval recorded)

Library Board

The Appleton Public Library Board will consider three action items: approving the August 2025 Bill Register, adopting a budget amendment for September 2025, and confirming board committees for 2025‑2026. The meeting also includes several informational reports on hiring, building projects, Friends program updates, and staff programs. No council actions will be taken during this session.

• Approve Bill Register – August 2025
• Approve September 2025 Budget Amendment
• Approve Library Board Committees 2025‑2026
• Building Projects Updates (information item)
• Friends Program Updates (information item)

The board approved the August 2025 Bill Register and the September 2025 budget amendment. It also approved the 2025‑2026 Library Board committees, removing Scheuerman from the Planning Committee and adding Mann. All motions passed by voice vote (6‑0).

• Approved August 2025 Bill Register (voice vote, 6-0)
• Approved September 2025 Budget Amendment (voice vote, 6-0)
• Approved 2025‑2026 Library Board committees (voice vote, 6-0)
• Removed Scheuerman from Planning Committee and added Mann (voice vote, 6-0)
• Approved August 19, 2025 meeting minutes (voice vote, 6-0)
• Placed Action Items 25-1077 and 25-1078 on Consent Agenda (voice vote, 6-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda (voice vote, 6-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 5:56 pm (voice vote, 6-0)

Safety and Licensing Committee

The Safety and Licensing Committee will approve minutes from the August 27 meeting, hear a public appearance, and act on several items. Action items include an operator license for Jeffrey Hanson, Resolution #3‑R‑25 Truancy Ordinance, and a series of temporary Class B alcohol license applications. Information items note recent alcohol‑related violations and upcoming special events. No City Council action is scheduled during this meeting.

• Operator License for Jeffrey Hanson (application 25‑0981)
• Resolution #3‑R‑25 Truancy Ordinance (item 25‑0298)
• Temporary Class B Beer license for Fox Cities Performing Arts Center, 400 W College Ave (10/3/2025 event)
• Temporary Class B Wine license for Appleton Downtown Inc, 333 W College Ave (10/2/2025 Shop, Sip, & Stroll event)
• Temporary Class B Beer license for Appleton Ice Inc, 1717 E Witzke Blvd (10/17‑18/2025 Drop the Puck 2 event)

The Safety and Licensing Committee approved the minutes from the 8/27 meeting. It voted to recommend denial of Jeffrey Hanson’s operator license. The Truancy Ordinance resolution was postponed until the September 24 meeting. The committee also approved the balance of the agenda and adjourned at 7:46 p.m.

• Approved 8/27 meeting minutes (5‑0)
• Recommended denial of Jeffrey Hanson operator license (5‑0)
• Postponed Truancy Ordinance resolution to 9/24/2025 (5‑0)
• Approved balance of agenda (5‑0)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:46 p.m. (5‑0)

City Plan Commission

The City Plan Commission will consider two action items. First, approval of the Bowman and Alksnis Annexation of roughly 2.038 acres at 1624 and 1720 East Melody Lane from the Town of Grand Chute into Appleton. Second, a request to approve the disposition of a surplus public parcel on Division Street (between West Franklin and West Washington) to Fox Cities PAC, LLC, pending Common Council approval. The meeting also includes approval of previous minutes and a public hearing period.

• Bowman and Alksnis Annexation of 2.038 acres at 1624 and 1720 East Melody Lane
• Land disposition of a parcel on Division Street (Tax ID #31-5-1056-00) to Fox Cities PAC, LLC
• Public hearing for both action items
• Approval of minutes from August 27, 2025 meeting

The City Plan Commission approved the minutes from the September 27 meeting. It voted to recommend approval of the Bowman and Alksnis annexation of about 2.038 acres on East Melody Lane. It also voted to recommend approval of the land disposition of a Division Street parcel, with the mayor abstaining due to a conflict of interest. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved prior meeting minutes (6 ayes, 0 noes, 1 excused)
• Recommended approval of Bowman and Alksnis annexation (6 ayes, 0 noes, 1 excused)
• Recommended approval of Division Street land disposition (5 ayes, 0 noes, 1 abstain, 1 excused)
• Adjourned meeting (6 ayes, 0 noes, 1 excused)

Community Development Committee

The Community Development Committee will consider approving updates to the Art in Public Places Policy, light pole banners for Richmond Street and Wisconsin Avenue, and the sale of a Division Street parcel for $1.00. The body will also hold a public hearing regarding 2026 Community Development Block Grant funding.

• Approve updates to Art in Public Places Policy
• Approve light pole banners on Richmond Street and Wisconsin Avenue
• Approve sale of Division Street parcel for $1.00
• Public hearing for 2026 Community Development Block Grant funding
• Adopt resolution for EPA and WEDC Brownfields grants

The Community Development Committee approved several recommendations, including updates to the Art in Public Places Policy, a request for light‑pole banner installations, an offer to purchase a Division Street parcel for $1.00, and a resolution to seek EPA and WEDC brownfields grants. All motions passed with four votes in favor and one member excused, except the adjournment which passed unanimously. The meeting was adjourned at 5:00 p.m.

• Approved minutes from the September 13, 2025 meeting (4‑0)
• Recommended updates to the Art in Public Places Policy (4‑0)
• Recommended approval of light‑pole banner and seasonal décor request (4‑0)
• Recommended approval of the $1.00 offer to purchase the Division St. parcel (4‑0)
• Recommended adoption of Resolution #2025‑11 for EPA and WEDC brownfields grants (4‑0)
• Adjourned the meeting at 5:00 p.m. (5‑0)

Board of Health

The Board will vote on approving a Tuberculosis Program policy and five related procedures for case management, therapy, contacts, and case finding. They will also receive information on dangerous animal declarations, new noise variances, and a health department newsletter.

• Approve Tuberculosis Program Policy (25-1032)
• Approve five TB procedures: active disease case management, latent infection case management, directly observed therapy, contacts, and case finding (25-1033 to 25-1037)
• Receive dangerous animal declarations for Godfrey and Apollo
• Review new noise variances
• Receive September 2025 Health Department Newsletter

The Appleton Board of Health unanimously approved the Tuberculosis Program Policy and five related procedures covering case management, therapy, contacts, and case finding. The board also approved the minutes from the August 13, 2025 meeting. All motions carried with six votes in favor and two members excused.

• Approved August 13, 2025 Board of Health meeting minutes (6-0)
• Approved Tuberculosis Program Policy (6-0)
• Approved Active Tuberculosis Disease Case Management Procedure (6-0)
• Approved Latent Tuberculosis Infection Case Management Procedure (6-0)
• Approved Tuberculosis Directly Observed Therapy Procedure (6-0)
• Approved Tuberculosis Contacts Procedure (6-0)
• Approved Tuberculosis Case Finding Procedure (6-0)

Appleton Redevelopment Authority

The Appleton Redevelopment Authority will elect officers and set meeting dates, then receive updates on subarea plans covering Northland Avenue and Richmond Street, S. Oneida Street, and Wisconsin Avenue, as well as an update on 222 N. Oneida Street. A public hearing period is also scheduled.

• Election of Chair and Vice Chair
• Update on Comprehensive Plan / Sub Area Plans: Northland Avenue and Richmond Street, S. Oneida Street, Wisconsin Avenue
• Update on 222 N. Oneida Street
• Public Hearing/Appearances
• Set meeting date and time

The Authority approved the prior meeting minutes. Carpenter was elected Chair and Downs was elected Vice Chair, each by unanimous consent. The meeting date and time were changed to the third Wednesday of each month at 8:30 a.m., and Director Kara Homan was designated as the contact person. The meeting was adjourned at 10:08 a.m.

• Approved 2-12-25 minutes (5-0)
• Elected Carpenter as Chair (unanimous consent)
• Elected Downs as Vice Chair (unanimous consent)
• Changed meeting date/time to 3rd Wednesday 8:30 a.m. (5-0)
• Designated Director Kara Homan as contact person (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 10:08 a.m. (5-0)

Human Resources & Information Technology Committee

The Human Resources & Information Technology Committee will consider a request to approve alderperson salaries, which was held from the previous meeting on August 27, 2025. They will also receive a recruitment status report through September 3, 2025, and handle approval of minutes, pledge, and roll call.

• Action item 25-1001: Request to approve alderperson salary adjustment (held from previous meeting)
• Information item 25-1061: Recruitment status report through 9/3/2025
• Approval of minutes from the 8/27/2025 meeting
• Public hearing/appearances (agenda item 5)

The Human Resources & Information Technology Committee approved the minutes from the previous meeting unanimously. A motion to hold the Alderperson salary request failed 2‑3, and the committee then unanimously recommended a 2.5% salary increase for all Alderpersons, raising the annual salary to $6,918.75. The meeting was adjourned with a 5‑0 vote.

• Approved previous meeting minutes (5-0)
• Motion to hold Alderperson salary request failed (2-3)
• Recommended 2.5% Alderperson salary increase to $6,918.75 (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

Municipal Services Committee

The committee will hold a design hearing for future 2027 paving reconstruction projects on Badger Ave, Sixth St, Eighth St, and Rankin St. They will also vote on permanent parking changes at the 1300 block of N. Viola St following a six-month evaluation. Approval of minutes from the August 25, 2025 meeting is also on the agenda.

• Design hearing for 2027 paving: Badger Ave (College Ave to Memorial Dr), Sixth St (Memorial Dr to State St), Eighth St (Pierce Ave to Badger Ave), Rankin St (Commercial St to Wisconsin Ave)
• Action item: Approve parking changes at 1300 block of N. Viola St (post-6-month evaluation)
• Approval of minutes from August 25, 2025

The Municipal Services Committee approved the minutes from the August 25, 2025 meeting with a unanimous 5‑0 vote. It also approved the recommended parking changes for the 1300 block of North Viola Street, again by a unanimous 5‑0 vote. A design hearing was held for the 2027 paving reconstruction projects on Badger, Sixth, Eighth, and Rankin streets, but no action was taken.

• Approved August 25, 2025 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved parking changes at 1300 block of N. Viola St (5-0)
• Design hearing for 2027 paving projects held (no decision)

Appleton Public Arts Committee

The Appleton Public Arts Committee will consider two action items. First, it will vote on updates to the City’s Art in Public Places Policy as outlined in the attached revision documents. Second, it will decide whether to approve the Appleton Northside Business Association’s request to install light‑pole banners and holiday decorations on Richmond Street (from Northland to College) and Wisconsin Avenue (from Badger to Ballard) under the policy guidelines.

• Update to the Art in Public Places Policy (policy revisions attached)
• Approval of light‑pole banner and holiday décor installations on Richmond Street (Northland to College)
• Approval of light‑pole banner and holiday décor installations on Wisconsin Avenue (Badger to Ballard)
• Approval of minutes from the July 2, 2025 meeting

The committee approved the recommended revisions to the Art in Public Places Policy, keeping the notification language on page 6. It also approved the Appleton Northside Business Association’s request to install light‑pole banners and seasonal decorations on Richmond Street and Wisconsin Avenue, following the policy guidelines. Both motions passed with unanimous votes of five members, with two members excused.

• Approved revisions to Art in Public Places Policy (5‑0, 2 excused)
• Approved ANBA light‑pole banner and holiday décor installations on Richmond St and Wisconsin Ave (5‑0, 2 excused)
• Approved minutes from previous meeting (5‑0, 2 excused)

Common Council

The Appleton Common Council will consider revoking a liquor license for Rivera Restaurants LLC and approve a Veterans Park renaming process. The meeting also includes approvals for street occupancy permits, a parks hardscape project, and a compost screening contract.

• Revocation hearing for Rivera Restaurants LLC Class 'B' Beer and Liquor License
• Veterans Park renaming process approval
• Award 2025 Parks Hardscape Replacement Project to Northeast Asphalt, Inc. ($153,004.06)
• Approve Long Term Temporary Street Occupancy Permit for Vault 202 Brewery & Taphouse
• Approve Change Order #1 for Mackville Quarry Grading & Capping Project ($144,726.25)

The Common Council approved the 2025 Parks Hardscape Replacement Project contract and the Police Department Table of Organization. It also approved the World Peace Festival special event, the Veterans Park renaming process, and multiple occupancy and licensing permits. Several other permits and contract change orders were approved without recorded vote counts.

• Approved World Peace Festival Special Event Application (13 ayes, 2 excused, 1 abstain)
• Approved Veterans Park renaming process (9 ayes, 4 nays, 2 excused, 1 abstain)
• Approved 2025 Parks Hardscape Replacement Project contract to Northeast Asphalt, Inc.
• Approved Table of Organization for Police Department
• Approved Long Term Temporary Occupancy Permit for Construction Dumpster on Superior Street
• Approved Class B Beer and Class C Wine License for Ototo WI LLC
• Approved dedication of portion of 200 West College Avenue for public right‑of‑way
• Approved Change Order #1 to Mackville Quarry Grading & Capping Project contract (increase $13,600)

Safety and Licensing Committee

The Safety and Licensing Committee will hear appeals regarding demerit point violations for Richmond Mobil, Maritime Bar, and MYMY. The body will also consider a Class B beer and Class C wine license application for Ototo WI LLC and a temporary premises amendment for Hank & Karen's.

• Hearing to revoke Class B beer and Class C wine license for Rivera Restaurants LLC
• Appeals for demerit point violations at Richmond Mobil, Maritime Bar, and MYMY
• Application for Class B beer and Class C wine license for Ototo WI LLC at 205 N Richmond St
• Temporary premises amendment for Hank & Karen's at 1937 E John St for a car show
• Discussion on the APD Matrix Study and special events for September

The committee approved the minutes from the August 13 meeting. It recommended the World Peace Festival special event for approval pending department reviews. It approved the revocation of Rivera Restaurants LLC's Class B beer and liquor licenses and approved several new alcohol license applications. The committee entered a closed session, reconvened, and adjourned the meeting.

• Approved minutes from 8/13/25 (5-0)
• Recommended approval of World Peace Festival special event (5-0)
• Approved revocation of Rivera Restaurants LLC alcohol licenses (5-0)
• Approved recommendation to Council to revoke Rivera Restaurants LLC licenses (5-0)
• Approved Ototo WI LLC Class B beer and Class C wine license applications (5-0)
• Approved temporary premises amendment for Hank & Karen's annual car show (5-0)
• Moved committee into closed session at 7:02 p.m. (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:35 p.m. (5-0)

City Plan Commission

The Appleton City Plan Commission will hold a public hearing and consider action items including a street dedication for West Johnston Street and the 2026 Operating Plan for the Downtown Appleton Business Improvement District. They will also discuss information items on proposed zoning text amendments for temporary uses and shoreland-wetland regulations, and review the draft Plan Appleton comprehensive plan update.

• Dedication of a portion of 200 West College Avenue for public right-of-way for West Johnston Street
• Annual review and approval of the Downtown Appleton BID 2026 Operating Plan
• Draft text amendments to Municipal Code Chapter 23 on Temporary Uses (Section 23-54)
• Draft text and map amendments creating Shoreland-Wetland Zoning District regulations
• Release of Draft Plan Appleton (comprehensive plan update) with supporting appendices

The City Plan Commission approved the minutes from the August 13 meeting and recommended approval of a public dedication of a portion of 200 West College Avenue for West Johnston Street as a right‑of‑way. It also recommended the Downtown Appleton Business Improvement District 2026 Operating Plan. All three motions carried with a 5‑0 vote. The meeting was adjourned at 4:37 p.m.

• Approved minutes from 8‑13‑25 (5‑0)
• Recommended approval of public dedication for West Johnston Street (5‑0)
• Recommended approval of Downtown Appleton BID 2026 Operating Plan (5‑0)
• Adjourned meeting at 4:37 p.m. (5‑0)

Human Resources & Information Technology Committee

The Human Resources & Information Technology Committee will consider two approval requests: one to adopt a new Table of Organization for the Police Department and another to adjust alderperson salaries for 2025. The meeting also includes updates on the Police Department staffing study and a recruitment status report.

• Approve Table of Organization for the Police Department (item 25-1000)
• Approve Alderperson salary adjustments for 2025 (item 25-1001)
• Review Police Department Staffing Study Update (item 25-1002)
• Review Recruitment Status Report through 8/21/25 (item 25-1005)

The committee approved the minutes from the August 13 meeting. It also approved the Police Department’s Table of Organization. The proposed Alderperson salary adjustments were postponed to the September 10 meeting. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved meeting minutes from 08/13/25 (3-0)
• Approved Police Department Table of Organization (3-0)
• Held Alderperson salary approval for later meeting (3-0)
• Adjourned meeting (3-0)

Utilities Committee

The Utilities Committee will meet to review previous minutes and consider a contract award. The primary action item is a service extension for compost screening.

• Award compost screening contractor services to Vandenberg Transportation, LLC for a one-year term ending December 31, 2025

The Utilities Committee approved the August 12, 2025 meeting minutes. It also recommended awarding Vandenberg Transportation, LLC a one‑year extension for compost screening contractor services ending December 31, 2025. Both motions passed with four ayes and one member excused.

• Approved August 12, 2025 Utilities Committee minutes (4 ayes, 1 excused)
• Recommended award of compost screening contractor services to Vandenberg Transportation, LLC for a one‑year extension ending Dec 31, 2025 (4 ayes, 1 excused)

Parks and Recreation Committee

The Parks and Recreation Committee will vote on approving the process for renaming Veterans Park. The committee will also receive reports on Reid Golf Course revenue and the 2025 Parks and Recreation mid-year performance.

• Action item to approve the Veterans Park renaming process
• Reid Golf Course July 2025 revenue and expense report
• 2025 Parks and Recreation Mid Year Report

The committee approved the amendment to the Veterans Park renaming process with a unanimous 4‑0 vote. The minutes from the July 21, 2025 meeting were also approved unanimously. Revenue and expense reports for Reid Golf Course and the 2025 Parks and Recreation Mid‑Year Report were presented. The meeting was adjourned at 6:29 p.m. with a 4‑0 vote.

• Approved Veterans Park renaming process amendment (4-0)
• Approved July 21, 2025 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Presented Reid Golf Course July 2025 revenue & expense report
• Presented 2025 Parks and Recreation Mid-Year Report
• Adjourned meeting at 6:29 p.m. (4-0)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will hold a public hearing on the 2024 audit and consider awarding a contract for the 2025 Parks Hardscape Replacement Project, totaling up to $153,004.06, which requires a budget amendment and a two-thirds Council vote. They will also review a change order for the Mackville Quarry Grading & Capping Project and discuss a Request for Proposals for a Sustainability & Resiliency Master Plan.

• Public hearing: Presentation of the 2024 Audit by CliftonLarsenAllen LLP
• Action: Award contract to Northeast Asphalt, Inc. for Parks Hardscape Replacement Project, base $139,094.60 with 10% contingency ($13,909.46), total not to exceed $153,004.06; includes budget amendment of $41,782.49 from Reid Golf Course Fund
• Action: Approve Change Order #1 for Mackville Quarry Grading & Capping Project (contract 106-25) with MCC, increasing contract by $13,600 to new total $144,726.25, reducing contingency to $6,068.94
• Information: Sustainability & Resiliency Master Plan - Request for Proposals discussed

The committee unanimously approved the minutes from the August 11 meeting. It also approved awarding the 2025 Parks Hardscape Replacement contract to Northeast Asphalt, Inc. for up to $153,004.06. A $13,600 change order was approved for the Mackville Quarry Grading & Capping project, raising its total to $144,726.25. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved minutes from Aug 11, 2025 meeting (4‑0)
• Approved $153,004.06 Parks Hardscape Replacement contract to Northeast Asphalt, Inc. (4‑0)
• Approved $13,600 change order for Mackville Quarry Grading & Capping project, new total $144,726.25 (4‑0)
• Adjourned meeting at 5:18 p.m. (4‑0)

Municipal Services Committee

The Municipal Services Committee will consider approving three occupancy permits: a long-term permit for a construction dumpster on Superior Street, a long-term permit for tables and chairs on College Avenue, and a permanent permit for a basement space in an alley right-of-way.

• Approve long-term temporary occupancy permit for construction dumpster on Superior Street
• Approve long-term temporary street occupancy permit for Vault 202 Brewery & Taphouse
• Approve permanent occupancy permit for basement in Johnston Street alley right-of-way
• Approve minutes from the August 11, 2025 meeting

The Municipal Services Committee approved the minutes from the August 11, 2025 meeting. It also approved a long‑term temporary occupancy permit for a construction dumpster on Superior Street through 12/31/2025, a long‑term temporary street occupancy permit for tables and chairs for Vault 202 Brewery & Taphouse on College Avenue, and a permanent occupancy permit for the basement of 200 W College Ave within the Johnston Street alley right‑of‑way. All motions were carried unanimously (3‑0).

• Approved minutes from August 11, 2025 (3-0)
• Approved long‑term temporary occupancy permit for construction dumpster on Superior Street through 12/31/2025 (3-0)
• Approved long‑term temporary street occupancy permit for Vault 202 Brewery & Taphouse tables and chairs in College Avenue amenity strip (3-0)
• Approved permanent occupancy permit for basement at 200 W College Ave within Johnston Street alley right‑of‑way (3-0)

Common Council

The Common Council will decide on a successor labor agreement with IAFF Local 257 covering 2026-2028, a $424,727 Mead Pool coating and ADA upgrades contract, and a $350,113 sole-source contract for new workstations. They will also consider the Oklahoma Street asphalt reconstruction design, which the Municipal Services Committee recommended for denial after an amendment. Other items include a certified survey map for Transit Center development and approval of several licenses and policies.

• Successor labor agreement with IAFF Local 257 (2026-2028)
• Mead Pool Coating and ADA Upgrades contract to Cardinal Construction for $424,727 (not to exceed $454,458)
• Sole source contract to Nordon Business Environments for new workstations at $350,113
• Oklahoma Street Asphalt Reconstruction Design (committee recommended denial after amendment to 32-foot width)
• Certified Survey Map #13-25 for Transit Center development combining city-owned parcels and vacated right-of-way

The Common Council adopted the Oklahoma Street asphalt reconstruction design after amending it, voting 8‑4 in favor. The council also approved the successor labor agreement with IAFF Local 257, the batch of ordinances #102‑25 to #110‑25, and several permits, contracts and policy updates. All actions were recorded as approved by the council.

• Approved Oklahoma Street reconstruction design (8‑4)
• Amended Oklahoma Street design (9‑3)
• Approved IAFF Local 257 successor labor agreement (12‑0)
• Approved ordinances #102‑25 to #110‑25 (12‑0)
• Approved Long Term Temporary Occupancy Permit for dumpster at 100 W Lawrence St (approved)
• Approved Class A beer & liquor license for Top Dogz Vape Shop (approved)
• Approved contract for Mead Pool coating & ADA upgrades ($424,727) (approved)
• Approved budget amendment for Wastewater Utility Fund phosphorus analyzer ($19,845) (approved)

Library Board

The Appleton Library Board is acting on an August 2025 budget amendment, a grant-funded part-time position, and 2026 service agreements with the Outagamie Waupaca Library System. The board will also receive reports on hiring, safety, and second-quarter statistics.

• August 2025 budget amendment
• Request to approve a grant-funded limited-term part-time Library Assistant position
• 2026 Resource Library Agreement
• 2026 Services Agreement with Outagamie Waupaca Library System and Appleton Public Library
• Finance committee report including 2026 budget and server replacement CIP

The Library Board approved the August 2025 budget amendment and several 2026 agreements. It also authorized a grant‑funded limited‑term Library Assistant position and accepted the July 2025 Bill Register. The reports of the Nominating and Finance Committees were approved. The meeting was adjourned at 6:32 p.m.

• Approved July 2025 Bill Register (voice vote 7-0)
• Approved August 2025 Budget Amendment (voice vote 7-0)
• Approved grant‑funded limited‑term Library Assistant position (voice vote 7-0)
• Approved 2026 Resource Library Agreement (voice vote 7-0)
• Approved 2026 Services Agreement with Outagamie‑Waupaca Library System (voice vote 7-0)
• Approved Report of the Nominating Committee (voice vote 7-0)
• Approved Report of the Finance Committee (voice vote 7-0)
• Adjourned meeting (voice vote 7-0)

Safety and Licensing Committee

This meeting of the Safety and Licensing Committee includes public hearings on demerit point violations for five establishments: Mill City Public House, El Azteca Restaurant, The Bent Keg, Lindo Michoacan, and Northland Amoco. Action items include a food truck fire inspection memorandum of understanding with Grand Chute and several alcohol license applications for events and businesses. Information items include the 2025 police department mid-year report and a truancy initiatives update from the Appleton Area School District.

• Public hearings for demerit point violations at Mill City Public House, El Azteca Restaurant, The Bent Keg, Lindo Michoacan, and Northland Amoco
• Food Truck Fire Inspection MOU with Grand Chute Fire Department
• Class A beer/liquor license for Top Dogz Vape Shop at 208 E Wisconsin Ave
• Temporary beer/wine licenses for Sol Dance Festival, Fall Festival, Irish Fest, and License to Cruise/Octoberfest
• 2025 Police Department Mid-Year Report and list of alcohol license violation convictions

The Safety and Licensing Committee approved the minutes from the July 23, 2025 meeting. It voted 5‑0 to recommend and approve the Food Truck Fire Inspection Memorandum of Understanding. The committee also approved the balance of the agenda by a 5‑0 vote. Several license applications were only recommended for approval and were not formally adopted.

• Approved previous meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved Food Truck Fire Inspection MOU (5-0)
• Approved balance of agenda (5-0)
• Top Dogz Vape Shop Class A beer & liquor license recommended for approval
• Lucky Fish & Aquarium pet store license renewal recommended for approval
• Heart of the Valley Lions Club temporary Class B beer license for Sol Dance Festival recommended for approval
• St Joseph Parish temporary Class B beer and Class B wine license for Fall Festival recommended for approval
• Irish Fest of the Fox Cities temporary Class B beer and Class B wine license recommended for approval

City Plan Commission

The City Plan Commission will discuss proposed amendments to the Municipal Code Chapter 23 Zoning regarding signs and approve a certified survey map for the Transit Center development. The commission will also review minutes from a previous meeting.

• Approval of Certified Survey Map #13-25 for Transit Center development
• Public Hearing on proposed sign code amendments to Chapter 23
• Review of City Plan Minutes from July 23, 2025

The commission approved the minutes from the July 23, 2025 meeting, with all six members voting aye and one member excused. They also recommended approval of Certified Survey Map #13-25 for the Transit Center development, again with a unanimous aye vote from the six members and one excused.

• Approved July 23, 2025 minutes (6-0)
• Recommended approval of Certified Survey Map #13-25 for Transit Center (6-0)

Community Development Committee

The Community Development Committee will consider approval of the minutes from its July 23 meeting. It will hold a public hearing/appearance segment and receive an Inspection Division permit summary for July 2025 and a mid-year budget report for the Community Development Department. No council actions are scheduled for this meeting.

• Approval of minutes from 7-23-25 (Agenda item 4)
• Public hearing/appearances (Agenda item 5)
• Inspection Division Permit Summary Report ending 7-31-25 (Agenda item 7)
• Community Development Department Mid-Year 2025 Budget Report (Agenda item 7)

The committee unanimously approved the July 23, 2025 CDC minutes. No other actions were taken. The meeting was then unanimously adjourned at 4:37 p.m.

• Approved July 23, 2025 CDC minutes (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 4:37 p.m. (5-0)

Appleton Redevelopment Authority

The meeting scheduled for August 13, 2025, was cancelled due to a lack of quorum. No official actions or discussions took place.

Board of Health

The Board of Health will review and approve changes to child passenger safety and tuberculosis screening policies, along with the 2025 Community Health Assessment and Q2 Department report.

• Approve changes to Child Passenger Safety Program Policy
• Approve changes to Tuberculosis Screening Policy
• Approve changes to Tuberculin Skin Test Procedure
• Receive Appleton Community Health Assessment 2025 Report
• Receive Q2 Health Department Quarterly Report

The Board approved the minutes from the June 11, 2025 meeting. It unanimously approved changes to the Child Passenger Safety Program policy and procedure and archived related procedures. It also approved revisions to tuberculosis screening and skin test policies and then adjourned the meeting.

• Approve minutes of 06.11.2025 meeting (7-0)
• Approve changes to Child Passenger Safety Program Policy (7-0)
• Approve changes to Child Passenger Safety Program Procedure (7-0)
• Archive Child Passenger Seat Appointment Scheduling Procedure (7-0)
• Archive Child Passenger Fitting Station Procedure (7-0)
• Approve changes to Tuberculosis Screening Policy (7-0)
• Approve changes to Tuberculin Skin Test Procedure (7-0)
• Adjourn meeting (8-0)

Human Resources & Information Technology Committee

The Human Resources & Information Technology Committee will consider approving a successor labor agreement with the International Association of Fire Fighters Local 257 for 2026-2028 and changes to the City Fringe Benefits Policy. The meeting will also include reports on the 2025 mid-year budget and recruitment status.

• Approval of Fire Fighter contract (2026-2028) with IAFF Local 257
• Changes to City Fringe Benefits Policy
• 2025 Mid-year Budget Report (Information Technology)
• 2025 Mid-year Budget Report (Human Resources)
• Employee Mental Health Resources

The Human Resources & Information Technology Committee approved the minutes from the May 14, 2025 meeting. It approved the successor labor agreement with IAFF Local 257 covering 2026‑2028. It approved changes to the City Fringe Benefits Policy effective May 2025. The meeting was adjourned at 7:06 p.m.

• Approved minutes from May 14, 2025 meeting (4-0)
• Approved successor labor agreement with IAFF Local 257 for 2026‑2028 (4-0)
• Approved changes to City Fringe Benefits Policy – May 2025 (4-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:06 p.m. (4-0)

Utilities Committee

The Utilities Committee will consider awarding a root control contract to Duke's Root Control, Inc. for up to $35,000 and review water main break reports for May and June 2025. The meeting also includes routine approval of previous minutes.

• Award R-25 Root Control Contract to Duke's Root Control, Inc. not to exceed $35,000
• Water main break reports for May and June 2025 presented as information items
• Approval of July 8, 2025 Utilities Committee meeting minutes

The committee unanimously approved the July 8, 2025 Utilities Committee meeting minutes. It also recommended and approved the award of the R‑25 Root Control contract to Duke's Root Control, Inc., for an amount not to exceed $35,000. Both motions passed with a 4‑0 vote.

• Approved July 8, 2025 Utilities Committee minutes (4-0)
• Recommended and approved R-25 Root Control contract to Duke's Root Control, Inc., up to $35,000 (4-0)

Library Board

The Library Board Finance Committee will discuss and potentially act on the 2026 Library Operational Budget, the 2026 Capital Improvement Plan (CIP), and a proposed addition to the 2026 budget. These items determine funding for library operations, technology upgrades, and other capital needs for the upcoming fiscal year.

• 25-0887: Library 2026 Operational Budget
• 25-0888: Library Budget 2026 CIP (Capital Improvement Plan) with server replacement
• 25-0889: Library Budget 2026 Proposed Addition (NAS Addition-Deletion)

The Library Board placed Action Items 25-0887, 25-0888, and 25-0889 on a consent agenda. The board then recommended the consent agenda for approval. The meeting was adjourned at 4:01 p.m.

• Placed Action Items 25-0887, 25-0888, 25-0889 on consent agenda (vote 3-0)
• Recommended consent agenda for approval (vote 4-0)
• Adjourned meeting (vote 4-0)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will review requests for several capital projects and budget amendments. The body is deciding on contracts for pool upgrades, office furniture, and a phosphorus analyzer, as well as the 2026 Special Assessment Policy.

• Mead Pool Coating and ADA Upgrades Project contract to Cardinal Construction Co., Inc. not to exceed $454,458
• Sole source contract to Nordon Business Environments for workstations in the amount of $350,113
• 2026 Special Assessment Policy approval
• Budget amendment of $19,845 for a Chemscan miniOP phosphorus analyzer in the Wastewater Utility Fund
• Reimbursement request for Riverside Cemetery Association for Veteran graves maintenance