La Crosse public meetings in 2024

City Plan Commission

The La Crosse City Plan Commission will consider several ordinance amendments that would rezone properties at 818 Vine Street, 1707 Main Street, and 6103 River Run Road for residential uses. It will also hear a resolution to approve a development and sale agreement with Glenside Park LLC for the property at 1307 16th St S. Additionally, staff will present a certified survey map request for an easement on a city‑owned sewer line. The meeting includes a staff report and notice of hearing for each agenda item.

• Ordinance to amend Subsection 115-110, moving 818 Vine Street from the Local Business District to the Special Multiple Dwelling District for low‑density housing
• Resolution approving development and sale agreement with Glenside Park LLC for 1307 16th St S
• Ordinance to amend Subsection 115-110, moving 1707 Main Street from the Commercial District to the Special Multiple Dwelling District for market‑rate apartments
• Certified survey map request and easement approval for an existing sewer utility line on city‑owned property
• Ordinance to amend Subsection 115-110, moving 6103 River Run Road from the Residence District to the Traditional Neighborhood Development District for townhomes

The City Plan Commission unanimously approved several ordinances and resolutions, including rezoning for townhomes at 6103 River Run Road (referred for 30 days), a Conditional Use Permit ordinance, rezoning for low-density housing at 818 Vine Street, a development agreement with Glenside Park LLC for 1307 16th St S, rezoning for apartments at 1707 Main Street, and a Certified Survey Map for St. Paul's First Addition. All votes were unanimous voice votes.

• Referred rezoning for townhomes at 6103 River Run Road for 30 days (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 5322 on Conditional Use Permits (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning at 818 Vine Street for low-density housing (unanimous)
• Approved development and sale agreement with Glenside Park LLC for 1307 16th St S (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning at 1707 Main Street for market-rate apartments (unanimous)
• Approved Certified Survey Map for St. Paul's First Addition (unanimous)

Floodplain Advisory Committee

The Floodplain Advisory Committee will consider and possibly take action on a Floodplain Relief Grant application from Karla Doolittle for properties at 1927 Avon St and 726 Livingston St. The meeting includes approval of previous minutes and standard procedural items.

• Consideration of Floodplain Relief Grant application from Karla Doolittle for 1927 Avon St and 726 Livingston St

The Floodplain Advisory Committee approved two separate Floodplain Relief Grants of $40,000 each for properties at 1927 Avon St and 726 Livingston St, contingent on funding availability. The applicant, Karla Doolittle, recused herself from the vote. The motion was made by Hampson and seconded by Goggin, and passed unanimously by voice vote.

• Approved $40,000 Floodplain Relief Grant for 1927 Avon St, contingent on funding (unanimous)
• Approved $40,000 Floodplain Relief Grant for 726 Livingston St, contingent on funding (unanimous)

Economic and Community Development Commission

The Economic and Community Development Commission will consider a resolution to apply for a Vibrant Spaces Grant from the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation for the Caledonia Park Place project and commit $75,000 from TID 16. They will also review a loan modification agreement for Upper Floor Loans with Dale Berg d/b/a Jeaneri, Ltd., and take action on 2025 Public Service applications.

• Resolution to apply for WEDC Vibrant Spaces Grant for Caledonia Park Place and provide $75,000 from TID 16
• Review and approve Loan Modification Agreement for Upper Floor Loans with Dale Berg d/b/a Jeaneri, Ltd.
• Action on 2025 Public Service applications

The Economic and Community Development Commission approved a resolution to apply for a WEDC Vibrant Spaces Grant for the Caledonia Park Place project, with $75,000 in TID 16 funds as local support. The commission also tabled a loan modification agreement for Dale Berg d/b/a Jeaneri, Ltd. and approved 2025 Public Service applications with an amendment to fund specific organizations.

• Approved resolution to apply for WEDC Vibrant Spaces Grant for Caledonia Park Place (unanimous)
• Approved $75,000 TID 16 funds to support Caledonia Park Place project (unanimous)
• Tabled loan modification agreement for Dale Berg d/b/a Jeaneri, Ltd. (unanimous)
• Approved 2025 Public Service applications with amendment (unanimous)
• Amendment: fully fund La Crosse County Schuh-Mullen Project 2025 and New Horizons Homicide Prevention Shelter 2025
• Amendment: split remaining balance equally among Family and Childrens Center Inc, Catholic Charities Warming Center, and Cia Siab, Inc.

Police and Fire Commission

The Commission is meeting to review personnel reports for the police and fire departments. The body will consider promotions and status changes for several employees.

• Promotion of Firefighters Brian Fox and Ben Leis to Engineer
• Appointment of Engineer Craig Scheel to regular status
• Promotion of Lieutenant Jon Wenger to Captain
• Appointment of Jace Morris as probationary Police Officer
• Appointment of Officer Cody Wagner to regular status

The Commission unanimously approved personnel actions including promotions of two firefighters to Engineer, one lieutenant to Captain, and appointments of a probationary police officer and regular status for two employees. The meeting also accepted monthly personnel reports and rescheduled future meetings to the third Thursday of each month starting February 20, 2025.

• Approved promotion of Firefighters Brian Fox and Ben Leis to Engineer (unanimous)
• Approved Engineer Craig Scheel to regular status (unanimous)
• Approved promotion of Lieutenant Jon Wenger to Captain (unanimous)
• Approved appointment of Jace Morris as probationary Police Officer (unanimous)
• Approved Officer Cody Wagner to regular status (unanimous)
• Accepted and filed December 2024 Fire and Police Personnel Reports (unanimous)
• Rescheduled January meeting to January 22, 2025 and moved to third Thursday monthly starting February 20, 2025

Aviation Board

The La Crosse Aviation Board will elect a vice chair and consider several agreements including a second amendment to the SP Plus Remote Parking Agreement and a new lease with Black Oak Leasing LLC. The board will also discuss GA hangar inspections, a 2025 work plan, and an update on air service consultant qualifications.

• Selection of Vice Chair
• Second Amendment to SP Plus Remote Parking Agreement
• Black Oak Leasing LLC Lease
• APP-139 Agreement Extension
• GA Hangar Inspections

The Aviation Board unanimously approved extensions for the SP Plus Remote Parking Agreement, Black Oak Leasing lease, and APP-139 agreement, and approved the GA Hangar Inspection Program. The board also selected Drake Hokanson as Vice Chair. Two agenda items—the 2025 Board Work Plan and Air Service Consultant SOQ Update—were noted as no action taken.

• Approved minutes of November 18, 2024 meeting (unanimous)
• Elected Drake Hokanson as Vice Chair (unanimous)
• Approved extension of SP Plus Remote Parking Agreement (unanimous)
• Approved extension of Black Oak Leasing lease (unanimous)
• Approved extension of APP-139 agreement (unanimous)
• Approved GA Hangar Inspection Program (unanimous)
• No action taken on 2025 Board Work Plan (voice vote)
• No action taken on Air Service Consultant SOQ Update (voice vote)

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will decide on expanding pay-to-park hours for parking ramps, a public hearing item. Other agenda items include multiple street privilege permit requests for communications infrastructure, a request to vacate part of a public alley, and a notice of violation for City Brewing Company. Final payments and a temporary street permit extension are also on the agenda.

• Expansion of pay to park hours for the parking ramps (24-1609)
• Gerrard Development LLC request to vacate part of public alley right-of-way bound by 9th St, 10th St, Main St, and State St (24-1599)
• Charter Communications Street Privilege Permit requests near Enterprise Ave (24-1603) and State St (24-1604)
• Metro Fibernet LLC Street Privilege Permit requests in areas bound by 10th/Division/Market/West Ave (24-1605) and Taylor/Gohres/Caledonia/Onalaska Ave (24-1616)
• Notice of Violation for City Brewing Company, LLC (24-1615)

The Board of Public Works unanimously approved all agenda items, including expanding pay-to-park hours for parking ramps and issuing a notice of violation to City Brewing Company with potential forfeitures. Several street privilege permits and a public alley vacation were also approved. The December 23 and 30 meetings were cancelled.

• Approved temporary street privilege permit extension for 403 Jackson St (5-0)
• Approved construction contract final payments (5-0)
• Approved Charter Communications street privilege permits near Enterprise Ave and State St (5-0)
• Approved Gerrard Development alley vacation near 9th/10th/Main/State (5-0)
• Approved Metro Fibernet street privilege permits in two areas (5-0)
• Approved expansion of pay-to-park hours for parking ramps (5-0)
• Approved notice of violation for City Brewing with forfeiture up to $1,000 per BOD/COD violation (5-0)

Joint Board of Harbor Commissioners

The Joint Board of Harbor Commissioners will receive updates on the WI DOT and the Port Master Plan. The board will also hold a discussion with the Smith Group regarding an update to the waterway masterplan.

• Update on WI DOT (Item 24-1127)
• Update on Port Master Plan (Item 24-1128)
• Discussion with Smith Group about waterway masterplan update (Item 24-1602)

The Joint Board of Harbor Commissioners met on December 16, 2024, but took no substantive actions. The agenda consisted solely of informational updates on the WI DOT, the Port Master Plan, and a discussion with Smith Group about the waterway masterplan. No motions, approvals, or votes were recorded.

Employee Benefit Trust Fund Committee

The Employee Benefit Trust Fund Committee will discuss programming for employee wellness in 2025. The committee will also establish its meeting schedule for the upcoming year.

• Discussion of 2025 Employee Wellness Programming
• Establishment of 2025 Committee Meeting Schedule

The Employee Benefit Trust Fund Committee voted to end the contract with Viaro Health for employee wellness programming at the conclusion of the contract on March 31, 2025. The committee also approved its 2025 meeting schedule and the previous meeting's minutes by unanimous consent.

• Ended Viaro Health wellness contract effective March 31, 2025 (motion by Franzen, second by Happel)
• Approved 2025 meeting schedule (3rd Thursday in Feb, Jul, Aug, Oct, Dec) unanimously
• Approved previous meeting minutes unanimously

Common Council

The Common Council will consider an ordinance to repeal and recreate sections of the municipal code to remove all off-street parking requirements. Other notable items include awarding a $131,515.25 contract for Pammel Creek Repairs, a resolution to sell city-owned property at 626 Monitor Street, and several zoning changes for specific parcels. The meeting also includes a consent agenda with routine licenses, grants, and fund reallocations.

• Ordinance to eliminate all off-street parking requirements (24-1323, recommended 4-1)
• Award of $131,515.25 contract to Pember Companies for Pammel Creek Repairs Phase 1
• Sale of city property at 626 Monitor Street to Property Logic III (failed in committee 1-3)
• Zoning change for 1133 West George Street to allow combination with adjacent parcel
• Zoning change for 516 5th Avenue S to allow a duplex

The Common Council adopted an ordinance repealing and recreating code sections to remove all off-street parking requirements (ORD. 5317) by a 9-3 vote. It also approved several other ordinances and resolutions, including a $131,515.25 contract for Pammel Creek repairs, rejected bids for the Hintgen Neighborhood Pedestrian Lighting Project, and confirmed mayoral appointments. A resolution to sell city-owned property at 626 Monitor Street to Property Logic III failed, and a resolution to create special revenue funds for the Street Department also failed.

• Adopted ordinance removing all off-street parking requirements (ORD. 5317) (9-3)
• Approved $131,515.25 contract to Pember Companies for Pammel Creek Repairs Phase 1 (12-0)
• Rejected bids for Hintgen Neighborhood Pedestrian Lighting Project (12-0)
• Confirmed mayoral appointments to Arts Board, Harbor Commissioners, and City Plan Commission (12-0)
• Adopted ordinance rezoning 1133 West George Street to Commercial District (ORD. 5318) (11-0, 1 recusal)
• Adopted ordinance allowing duplex at 516 5th Avenue S (ORD. 5319) (12-0)
• Denied sale of city property at 626 Monitor Street to Property Logic III (5-7)
• Denied creation of special revenue funds for Street Department (0-12)

Finance & Personnel Committee

The Finance & Personnel Committee will consider a resolution to move funds from the Marsh Lead Contamination Allocation. These funds would be redirected toward improvements at Carroll Park, identified as CIP #440.

• Resolution 24-1598: Reallocating American Rescue Plan Funds (ARPA) from Marsh Lead Contamination to Carroll Park Improvements (CIP #440)

The Finance & Personnel Committee voted to recommend a resolution to the Common Council that reallocates American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds from the Marsh Lead Contamination Allocation to Carroll Park Improvements (CIP #440). The committee amended the funding amount to $126,200.55 before approving the recommendation unanimously (6-0). The recommendation will be considered by the Common Council on December 12, 2024.

• Amended resolution to set funding at $126,200.55 (unanimous)
• Recommended adoption of amended resolution to Common Council (6-0)

Committee for Citizens with Disabilities

The Committee for Citizens with Disabilities will hear updates and hold a Q&A on La Crosse Municipal Transit accessibility, discuss current disability-related communication needs, and receive updates from committee members. The meeting includes approval of minutes and planning for future agenda items.

• MTU updates and accessibility Q&A with Transit Director Adam Lorentz
• Discussion of current disability-related communication needs
• Updates from committee members
• Future agenda items planning

The Committee for Citizens with Disabilities met and received updates from La Crosse Municipal Transit (MTU) Director Adam Lorentz on accessibility improvements, including progress on bus stop signs and plans for a new AVL system. No formal decisions or votes were recorded; the meeting was informational and procedural.

• No formal motions or votes taken during the meeting
• Heard MTU update: 75% of new bus stop signs completed
• Discussed MTU negotiations for a new AVL system
• Noted MTU ADA meeting may move to Council Chambers and needs better publicity
• Reviewed disability-related communication resources shared by Nate

City Administrator Working Group - Inactivated 5.5.2026

The City Administrator Working Group is scheduled to meet on December 11, 2024, to discuss the proposed City Administrator position and establish priorities. The meeting is open for in-person attendance and will also be available via Zoom.

• Election of Officers
• Discussion of 24-1585 Proposed City Administrator position
• Establishment of working group priorities and action items
• Review of next meeting agenda
• Discussion of future meeting schedule

The City Administrator Working Group met and elected Larry Sleznikow as chair and Erin Goggin as vice-chair. Members established a process to gather anonymous feedback from department heads on the proposed City Administrator position, and set a schedule of future meetings through April 2025. No substantive decisions were made on the proposed position itself.

• Elected Larry Sleznikow as chair (unanimous)
• Elected Erin Goggin as vice-chair (unanimous)
• Established process for department heads to provide anonymous comments on City Administrator position
• Set future meeting dates through April 2025

Housing Authority of the City of La Crosse

The Housing Authority will consider approving the 2025 Operating Budget and a revision to the 2024 budget. They will also vote on resolutions to write off uncollectible debts and unusable appliances, furniture, and equipment. Other business includes approval of minutes, bills, and reports from the Executive Director and Finance.

• Resolution #2272 to approve 2024 Operating Budget Revision
• Resolution #2273 to approve 2025 Operating Budget
• Resolution #2274 to write off uncollectible debts
• Resolution #2275 to write off unusable appliances, furniture, equipment, and tools
• Approval of Regular Meeting Minutes and Bills

The Housing Authority of the City of La Crosse approved its 2025 operating budget and a revision to the 2024 budget. It also approved writing off uncollectible debts and unusable equipment, and approved bills totaling $401,960.37. All votes were 2-0.

• Approved 2025 Operating Budget (Resolution #2273) (2-0)
• Approved 2024 Operating Budget Revision-1 (Resolution #2272) (2-0)
• Approved write-off of uncollectible debts (Resolution #2274) (2-0)
• Approved write-off of unusable appliances, furniture, equipment, and/or tools (Resolution #2275) (2-0)
• Approved bills totaling $401,960.37 (2-0)

Bicycle-Pedestrian Advisory Committee

The committee will receive an update on the Drift Cycle community bike share. Members will also discuss electric scooters and potential Capital Improvement Program (CIP) requests for 2026-2030.

• Drift Cycle - La Crosse Community Bike Share Update
• Discussion on electric scooters (Item 24-1118)
• Discussion on possible 2026-2030 CIP Requests

The Bicycle-Pedestrian Advisory Committee approved the November meeting minutes and discussed electric scooters, but took no formal action on them. The committee voted unanimously to direct staff to investigate a protected bike facility on Ranger Drive or Clinton Street for a 2026-2030 Capital Improvement Program (CIP) request, and to conduct a parking count on Clinton Street.

• Approved November 12, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Directed staff to investigate Ranger Drive or Clinton Street protected bike facility for 2026-2030 CIP request (unanimous)
• Directed staff to conduct parking count on Clinton Street (unanimous)

Common Council

The Common Council has been invited to an information-gathering meeting facilitated by the Neighborhood Revitalization Commission. The session focuses on a proposed ordinance to remove requirements for off-street parking.

• Information gathering regarding ordinance to remove off-street parking requirements

Neighborhood Revitalization Commission

The Neighborhood Revitalization Commission is holding an information-gathering session on an ordinance that would repeal and recreate Section 115-393 and amend Section 115-512 of the City Code to remove all off-street parking requirements. No vote or decision is scheduled; the session is for discussion only.

• Information-gathering session on Ordinance 24-1323 to eliminate off-street parking requirements citywide

The Neighborhood Revitalization Commission held an information-gathering listening session on a proposed ordinance to repeal and recreate Section 115-393 and amend Section 115-512, which would remove all off-street parking requirements. No formal decisions or votes were taken during the session. The meeting was procedural and informational only.

• Held listening session on ordinance 24-1323 to remove off-street parking requirements (no vote)

Library Board

The Library Board will vote on the 2025 operating budget and consider adjusting library service hours. They will also review and approve updates to the paid leave policy. Other business includes approving bills and financial reports for November 2024, and authorizing end-of-fiscal-year special trustees reimbursements.

• Approval of 2025 Library Operating Budget
• Consideration & Approval of Library Service Hour Adjustments
• Review & Approval of Paid Leave Policy Updates
• Approval of End of Fiscal Year Special Trustees Reimbursements
• Approval of Bills & Financial Reports – November 2024

The La Crosse Library Board approved the final 2025 Library Operating Budget and adjusted service hours, increasing North Library hours from 12 to 28 per week including Saturdays. The board also approved updates to the Paid Leave Policy, giving supervisors and the deputy director increased vacation accrual. Additionally, the board approved the November 2024 bills and financial reports, and transferred $1,062.71 from the Special Trustees Fund for end-of-fiscal-year reimbursements.

• Approved November 2024 bills and financial reports
• Approved Library service hour adjustments increasing North hours to 28/week (carried)
• Approved Paid Leave Policy updates with increased vacation accrual for supervisors and deputy director (carried)
• Approved transfer of $1,062.71 from Special Trustees Fund (carried)
• Approved final 2025 Library Operating Budget (carried)

Municipal Transit Utility Board

The Municipal Transit Utility Board will consider approving 2025 service agreements with the cities of La Crescent and Onalaska, and the Town of Campbell. The board will also discuss a proposed security agreement for Grand River Station and set quarterly meeting dates for 2025.

• 2025 MTU City of La Crescent Agreement and bus lease
• 2025 MTU City of Onalaska Agreement
• 2025 MTU Town of Campbell Agreement
• Proposed security agreement for Grand River Station with unarmed security officer services
• Proposed 2025 quarterly meeting dates: 2/11, 5/13, 9/9, 12/9

The Municipal Transit Utility Board unanimously approved the 2025 service agreements with the City of La Crescent, City of Onalaska, and Town of Campbell, as well as a bus lease with La Crescent. The board also approved a proposed security agreement for unarmed security officer services at Grand River Station and set proposed 2025 quarterly meeting dates. All votes were unanimous with 7 members present.

• Approved City of La Crescent 2025 Agreement (unanimous)
• Approved City of La Crescent 2025 Bus Lease (unanimous)
• Approved City of Onalaska 2025 Agreement (unanimous)
• Approved Town of Campbell 2025 Agreement (unanimous)
• Approved Proposed Security Agreement for Grand River Station (unanimous)
• Approved Proposed 2025 Quarterly Meeting Dates (unanimous)

Climate Action Plan Steering Committee

The Climate Action Plan Steering Committee will consider two funding requests: one for lighting retrofits at the Black River Beach Neighborhood Center and another for LEED for Cities certification fees. Members will also discuss outreach and engagement updates, grant services and reporting, and the status of mitigation goals such as increasing bus frequency and promoting residential solar.

• 24-1460 Request for Funding Assistance for Lighting Retrofits at Black River Beach Neighborhood Center (cost estimate and budget update attached)
• 24-1467 Request to Fund Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) for Cities Certification Fees
• 24-1575 Discussion on Grant Services, Reporting, and Pursuits (Building Blocks for Sustainable Communities, Climate Smart Communities Initiative, Consumer Recycling Education and Outreach Grant)
• 24-1576 Implementation Plan Status, Part 1 - Mitigation Goals (increase bus frequency, assist private fleets with EV transition, reduce home energy audit costs, promote commercial building audits, annual residential solar purchase program)

The Climate Action Plan Steering Committee approved a funding request of up to $5,164 for LED lighting retrofits at the Black River Beach Neighborhood Center, using flexible funds from its budget. A second funding request for LEED certification fees was postponed due to lack of quorum. The committee also discussed outreach, grant opportunities, and implementation plan status updates.

• Approved up to $5,164 for lighting retrofits at Black River Beach Neighborhood Center (voice vote)
• Postponed LEED for Cities certification fee request to next meeting (no quorum)

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will consider construction contract change orders, two date extensions for temporary street privilege permits requested by Brightspeed, and a presentation on proposed revisions to the City of La Crosse Standard Specifications and Procedures and Detail Drawings. The meeting includes approval of minutes from December 2, 2024.

• 24-1535: Construction Contract Change Orders (no details provided)
• 24-1552: CNS Networks/Brightspeed request for date extension of Temporary Street Privilege Permit at 700 3rd St S and various locations
• 24-1553: CNS Networks/Brightspeed request for date extension of Temporary Street Privilege Permit for Copeland Ave/Causeway Blvd
• 24-1556: Presentation of revisions to City of La Crosse Standard Specifications and Procedures and Detail Drawings

The Board of Public Works approved construction contract change orders and two date extensions for Temporary Street Privilege Permits requested by CNS Networks on behalf of Brightspeed. A presentation on revisions to City standard specifications was given, but no action was taken on it.

• Approved construction contract change orders (4-0, Trane absent)
• Approved date extension for Temporary Street Privilege Permit at 700 3rd St S and various locations (4-0, Trane absent)
• Approved date extension for Temporary Street Privilege Permit for Copeland Ave/Causeway Blvd (4-0, Trane excused)
• No action taken on presentation of revisions to City of La Crosse Standard Specifications and Procedures and Detail Drawings

Finance & Personnel Committee

The Finance & Personnel Committee will consider resolutions to sell city property, approve transit aid applications, and adjust employee wage rates. The committee will also discuss reallocating funds for various utilities and projects.

• Resolution authorizing sale of property at 626 Monitor Street
• Resolution approving transit operating and capital assistance applications
• Resolution approving adjusted wage rates for city employees effective January 1, 2025
• Resolution authorizing application for pre-disaster flood resilience grant program
• Resolution approving collective bargaining agreement with International Association of Firefighters

The Finance & Personnel Committee recommended several resolutions to the Common Council, including a WEDC grant application for the Haven on Main development, declaring 713 St. James St. surplus, and a firefighter collective bargaining agreement. It rejected the sale of city-owned property at 626 Monitor Street to Property Logic III and a resolution creating special revenue funds for the Street Department. All recommendations will be considered by the Common Council on 12/12/2024.

• Recommended WEDC CDI grant application for Haven on Main (5-0)
• Rejected sale of 626 Monitor Street to Property Logic III (1-3, 1 abstain)
• Recommended declaring 713 St. James St. surplus (5-0)
• Recommended ARPA fund reallocation to interest revenue account (5-0)
• Rejected creation of special revenue funds for Street Department (1-4)
• Recommended subordination request by Ocean Fin, LLC (5-0)
• Recommended firefighter collective bargaining agreement (5-0)
• Recommended adjusted wage rates for part-time/seasonal employees (5-0)

Floodplain Advisory Committee

The committee will consider three floodplain relief grant applications and a transfer of grant funding. Specific items include grants for 412 Liberty Street and 1619 Palace Street, and transferring funding from Northside Properties LLC to Spies Construction for development at 213 Rose Street. Updates on the levee and FEMA violations are also on the agenda.

• Consideration of Floodplain Relief Grant application for 412 Liberty Street
• Consideration of Floodplain Relief Grant application for 1619 Palace St.
• Transfer of Floodplain Relief Grant funding from Northside Properties LLC to Spies Construction for development at 213 Rose Street
• Levee update
• FEMA Violations update

The Floodplain Advisory Committee approved three floodplain relief actions. It approved a grant application for 412 Liberty Street, approved up to $40,000 in eligible expenses for 1619 Palace St., and approved transferring grant funding from Northside Properties LLC to Spies Construction for 213 Rose Street, contingent on property purchase. All motions passed unanimously by voice vote.

• Approved Floodplain Relief Grant application for 412 Liberty Street (unanimous)
• Approved Floodplain Relief Grant application for 1619 Palace St. up to $40,000 (unanimous)
• Approved transfer of Floodplain Relief Grant funding from Northside Properties LLC to Spies Construction for 213 Rose Street, contingent on property purchase (unanimous)

Neighborhood Revitalization Commission

The Neighborhood Revitalization Commission will discuss updates from the Municipal Transit Utility and the status and future of neighborhood associations. No votes or binding decisions are scheduled; the agenda consists of informational reports and procedural items.

• Update from Municipal Transit Utility on current operations and plans
• Discussion on the status and future of neighborhood associations

The Neighborhood Revitalization Commission met on December 4, 2024, and unanimously approved the minutes from the November 13, 2024 meeting. The commission received updates from the Municipal Transit Utility and heard reports from five neighborhood associations. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved November 13, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous voice vote)

Arts and Culture Board

The Arts & Culture Board will receive updates from the Arts Coordinator and on its budget. No specific decisions, proposals, or public hearings are scheduled. The meeting consists largely of informational reports.

• Update from Arts Coordinator (Item 24-1550)
• Update on budget (Item 24-1551)

The Arts Board met on December 3, 2024, to conduct routine business. The board approved the minutes from the October meeting and received updates from the Arts Coordinator and on the budget.

• Approved October meeting minutes (voice vote)

Judiciary & Administration Committee

The Judiciary & Administration Committee will hold public hearings and discuss multiple ordinances and applications, including a proposal to remove all off-street parking requirements from city code. Other items include conditional use permits for demolition and green space, zoning changes for a duplex and commercial parcel, and adoption of the HUD Citizen Participation Plan. Various alcohol and business licenses for 2024-2025 are also on the agenda.

• Ordinance to repeal and recreate Section 115-393 and amend Section 115-512 removing all off-street parking requirements (24-1323)
• Conditional use permits for demolition at 1513 Market Street and 907, 915, 919 & 927 Main Street / 115 & 117 10th Street N for green space (24-1434, 24-1473)
• Zoning change for 1133 West George Street from Local Business/Commercial to Commercial District (24-1435)
• Zoning change for 516 5th Avenue S from Washburn Residential to Residence District for a duplex (24-1465)
• Resolution adopting the HUD Citizen Participation Plan (24-1487)

The Judiciary & Administration Committee recommended the Common Council adopt an ordinance to repeal and recreate Section 115-393 and amend Section 115-512, removing all off-street parking requirements. The recommendation passed 4-1 with one excused. All other agenda items were also recommended for approval, including various licenses, conditional use permits, and ordinance amendments.

• Recommended adoption of ordinance removing all off-street parking requirements (4-1, Woodard no, Kahlow excused)
• Recommended approval of 2025 licenses for public vehicle for hire, horse-drawn vehicle, pedicabs, and pedal cars (5-0, Kahlow excused)
• Recommended approval of various license applications for 2024-2025 (December) (5-0, Kahlow excused)
• Recommended approval of Jadeboy LLC's Class B beer and liquor license at 1217 Caledonia St. Suite B (5-0, Kahlow excused)
• Recommended approval of conditional use permit for JME Products LLC at 1513 Market Street for demolition to green space (5-0, Kahlow excused)
• Recommended adoption of ordinance transferring property at 1133 West George Street to Commercial District (4-0, Woodard recused, Kahlow excused)
• Recommended adoption of ordinance creating service charge for Release of Raze and Removal Order (5-0, Kahlow excused)
• Recommended adoption of ordinance transferring property at 516 5th Avenue S to allow duplex (4-0, Woodard abstained, Kahlow excused)

Joint Review Board

The Joint Review Board will review the annual reports and performance of all Tax Incremental Districts (TIDs 10-20) and consider a resolution acknowledging their filing and compliance. The board will also appoint a public member and chairperson.

• Review annual reports for TIDs 10 through 20 as required by state statute
• Approve a resolution acknowledging filing of annual reports and compliance with annual meeting requirement
• Appointment of a public member to the Joint Review Board
• Appointment of a chairperson

The Joint Review Board reviewed the performance and status of the city's Tax Incremental Districts (TIDs). The board formally approved a resolution acknowledging the filing of the annual reports and compliance with annual meeting requirements.

• Approved July 30, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Appointed Wayne Delagrave as Public Member (unanimous)
• Appointed Mayor Reynolds as Chairperson (unanimous)
• Approved resolution acknowledging annual report filings (unanimous)

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will consider a resolution declaring the property at 713 St. James St. as surplus. They will also review a bidder's proof of responsibility and approve minutes from the previous meeting.

• Resolution declaring 713 St. James St. (parcel #17-10010-90) as surplus property

The Board of Public Works approved a resolution declaring the property at 713 St. James St. (parcel #17-10010-90) as surplus. The vote was unanimous among the four present members, with one excused. No action was taken on the Bidder's Proof of Responsibility item.

• Approved resolution declaring 713 St. James St. surplus (4-0, 1 excused)
• Approved minutes from November 25, 2024 (unanimous)

City Plan Commission

The City Plan Commission will consider a proposed ordinance to repeal and recreate Section 115-393 and amend Section 115-512, removing all off-street parking requirements across the city. The commission will also decide on several conditional use permits for demolitions, rezonings, and a city property sale. Public comment is invited.

• Ordinance to eliminate all off-street parking requirements citywide
• Conditional use permit for demolition at 1513 Market Street
• Rezoning of 1133 West George Street from Local Business and Commercial to Commercial District
• Resolution to sell city-owned property at 626 Monitor Street to Property Logic III
• Rezoning for a duplex at 516 5th Avenue S. from Washburn Residential to Residence District

The City Plan Commission approved an ordinance to eliminate all off-street parking requirements, with a 6-1 vote. The commission also approved several other items, including a conditional use permit for demolition at 1513 Market Street, a rezoning for 1133 West George Street, the sale of city property at 626 Monitor Street, a surplus declaration for 713 St. James St., a rezoning for a duplex at 516 5th Avenue S., and a conditional use permit for demolition at multiple Main Street properties.

• Approved ordinance removing all off-street parking requirements (6-1, Cherf dissenting)
• Approved conditional use permit for demolition at 1513 Market Street (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of 1133 West George Street to Commercial District (unanimous)
• Approved sale of city property at 626 Monitor Street to Property Logic III (unanimous)
• Approved declaring 713 St. James St. as surplus property (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of 516 5th Avenue S. to allow duplex (6-1, Yager dissenting)
• Approved conditional use permit for demolition at 907-927 Main St. and 115-117 10th St. N (unanimous)

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works is reviewing bids for the installation of combustion unit heaters on an apparatus floor. The board will also consider street privilege permits for communications infrastructure and bike racks, and a stop control order for 12th Street North and Badger Street.

• Bids from Bagniefski, Paul's, and Schneider Heating & Air Conditioning for combustion unit heaters
• Order to establish two-way stop control at 12th Street North and Badger Street
• Lemonweir Telephone company permit for right-of-way communications near Cass St, King St, and 2nd St S
• Charter Communications permit for right-of-way communications near 126 Causeway Blvd and Riverbend Road
• Andrew Ericson permit for various bike racks around the city

The Board of Public Works approved all agenda items unanimously (4-0, with one excused). These included installing combustion unit heaters on the apparatus floor, final payments for construction contracts, establishing a two-way stop control at 12th Street North and Badger Street, and granting street privilege permits for communications and bike racks.

• Approved bids to install combustion unit heaters on apparatus floor (4-0)
• Approved construction contract final payments (4-0)
• Approved two-way stop control at 12th St N & Badger St (4-0)
• Approved Lemonweir Telephone street privilege permit (4-0)
• Approved Charter Communications street privilege permit (4-0)
• Approved Andrew Ericson bike rack street privilege permit (4-0)

Commercial/Multi-Family Design Review Committee

The Commercial/Multi-Family Design Review Committee is reviewing plans for a mixed-use development at 907-927 Main St & 117 10th St N (The Haven) and revised final plans for a concession/restroom building at 1502 Marco Dr (Carroll Field). The committee will discuss preliminary plans for The Haven and finalize design approval for the Carroll Field building. No other items are on the agenda.

• Preliminary design review of The Haven mixed-use development at 907-927 Main St & 117 10th St N
• Revised final design review of a concession/restroom building at 1502 Marco Dr (Carroll Field)
• Attachments include stormwater plans, geotechnical reports, and permit documents for both projects

Board of Park Commissioners

The Board of Park Commissioners will vote on renewing about 20 annual community event park, shelter, and trail agreements for 2025, including Riverfest, Rotary Lights, Oktoberfest, and others. Also up for approval are the 2025 Farmers Market at Burns Park, Pettibone Boat Club slip fees, and kayak rental kiosks at Veterans Freedom and 7th St Boat Launch facilities. A beautification application for the Avon-Gould Street traffic circle and an update on Navigation and Ecosystem Sustainability Program (NESP) funding are on the agenda.

• Approval of renewals for 20 annual community event park, shelter, and trail agreements (e.g., Riverfest, Rotary Lights, Oktoberfest)
• Approval of 2025 Farmers Market at Burns Park, Fridays May 3–October 31
• Approval of Pettibone Boat Club 2025 boat slip fees
• Approval of kayak rental kiosks at Veterans Freedom and 7th St Boat Launch facilities
• Beautification application by Lower Northside and Depot Neighborhood Association for Avon-Gould Street traffic circle

The Board of Park Commissioners approved all five agenda items unanimously (8-0, with one excused absence), including renewals of annual community event park agreements, the 2025 Farmers Market at Burns Park, Pettibone Boat Club boat slip fees, kayak rental kiosks at two boat launch facilities, and a beautification application for the Avon-Gould Street Traffic Circle. An update on NESP funding was presented with no action taken.

• Approved renewals of Annual Community Event Park, Shelter, or Trail Agreements (8-0)
• Approved Farmers Market at Burns Park, Fridays May 3-Oct 31, 2025 (8-0)
• Approved Pettibone Boat Club 2025 Boat Slip Fees (8-0)
• Approved kayak rental kiosks at Veterans Freedom and 7th St Boat Launch Facilities (8-0)
• Approved Beautification Application for Avon-Gould Street Traffic Circle (8-0)
• No action taken on NESP funding update

Redevelopment Authority

The Redevelopment Authority will hear the monthly project manager report and review monthly financials for the River Point District. The meeting also includes approval of previous minutes and routine procedural items.

• Monthly Project Manager report for River Point District - November 2024
• Monthly financials for November 2024

The Redevelopment Authority met and approved the minutes from its October 24, 2024 meeting. Members also received the monthly project manager report for the River Point District and the monthly financials for November 2024, but took no action on them. The meeting was adjourned after these routine items.

• Approved minutes of October 24, 2024 meeting (unanimous voice vote)
• Received November 2024 River Point District project manager report (no action)
• Received November 2024 financial report (no action)

Neighborhood Revitalization Commission

The Neighborhood Revitalization Commission is hosting an open house for the Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) Design Competition, featuring presentations by the three award-winning designs and a trophy for the top design. The competition offered three $3,000 prizes for designs emphasizing sustainability, affordability, and accessibility. No other business items are on the agenda for this meeting.

• Three $3,000 prizes awarded for ADU designs
• Trophy presented to the top design
• Designs focused on sustainability, affordability, and accessibility
• Open call for architects, designers, and innovators

Heritage Preservation Commission

The Heritage Preservation Commission will review a Certificate of Appropriateness for sign plans at 118 3rd Street S. The body will also conduct a Section 106 review regarding the Twin Cities Milwaukee Chicago Passenger Rail Project's impact on historic resources.

• Certificate of Appropriateness for sign plans at 118 3rd Street S.
• Section 106 review of the Twin Cities Milwaukee Chicago Passenger Rail Project
• 2024-2025 WHS Grant Application
• NRHP Project- Multiple Property Nominations
• 2025 Endangered/Threatened Building Project

The Heritage Preservation Commission approved its May 23, 2024 minutes 6-0 and referred a Certificate of Appropriateness for a sign at 118 3rd Street S. for 30 days so the design could be reworked. It also directed staff to respond to a Section 106 review of the Twin Cities Milwaukee Chicago Passenger Rail Project, saying the project appeared to have no adverse impacts on surrounding historic resources while asking that impacts to the depot platform and canopy be minimized. Staff gave updates on five projects but the minutes record no decisions on them.

• Approved May 23, 2024 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Referred Certificate of Appropriateness for a sign at 118 3rd Street S. for 30 days (6-0)
• Directed staff to respond to Section 106 review of Twin Cities Milwaukee Chicago Passenger Rail Project, finding no apparent adverse impacts to historic resources, with concern about the depot platform and canopy (6-0)

Economic and Community Development Commission

The Economic and Community Development Commission will consider guidelines for child care expansion, start-up, and retention grants. The body will also discuss the final sale price of 1307 16th Street South and review 2025 CDBG Public Service applications.

• Final sale price of 1307 16th Street South (former South Community Library)
• Guidelines for Child Care Expansion, Start-Up, and Facility Retention Grants
• 2025 CDBG Public Service Applicant presentations
• Resolution approving subordination request by Ocean Fin, LLC on Upper Floor Renovation Loan
• Loan Modification Agreement for Upper Floor Loans with Dale Berg d/b/a Jeaneri, Ltd.

The Economic and Community Development Commission approved the 2025 CDBG Public Service grant presentations, modifications to child care grant guidelines, and new Facility Retention Grant guidelines. It also approved a subordination request from Ocean Fin, LLC, adopted the Citizen Participation Plan, and referred a loan modification agreement for Dale Berg d/b/a Jeaneri, Ltd. for 30 days. The final sale price for 1307 16th Street South was considered but no action is recorded in the minutes.

• Approved 2025 CDBG Public Service grant presentations (unanimous)
• Approved child care grant guideline modifications and Facility Retention Grant guidelines (unanimous, Markussen abstained)
• Approved subordination request by Ocean Fin, LLC (unanimous)
• Adopted Citizen Participation Plan resolution (unanimous)
• Referred loan modification agreement for Jeaneri, Ltd. for 30 days (unanimous)

Police and Fire Commission

The Police and Fire Commission will receive and discuss personnel reports from both departments. The commission may also convene in closed session to consider employment, promotions, and performance evaluations. The agenda is largely procedural, with no votes on ordinances or contracts.

• Approval of minutes from October 16, 2024 meeting
• Police Personnel Report for November 2024
• Fire Personnel Report for November 2024
• Possible closed session under Wis. Stats. sec. 19.85(1)(c) for employee matters
• Next meeting scheduled for December 18, 2024 at 8:30 a.m.

The Commission met to review and file monthly personnel reports for the police and fire departments. No other substantive items were discussed or decided.

• Approved minutes of October 16, 2024 meeting (Unanimous)
• Accepted and filed November 2024 Police Personnel Report (Unanimous)
• Accepted and filed November 2024 Fire Personnel Report (Unanimous)

Common Council

The La Crosse Common Council is invited to attend a kick‑off lunch for the Harry J. Olson Senior Center Capital Improvement Campaign. The event is for council members to learn about the senior center and its services. No council decisions are scheduled at this gathering.

• Harry J. Olson Senior Center Capital Improvement Campaign Kick‑Off Lunch (informational, no decisions)

La Crosse Center Board

The La Crosse Center Board will review financial statements for October and approve a one-year extension for security services with Byerson Specialized Protective Services LLC. The meeting will also include updates on strategic collaboration, marketing, and building operations.

• Approval of October liquor expenses
• Review of financial statements for January through October 2024
• Update on LCC-LCCVB Strategic Collaboration
• Approval of one-year security contract extension with Byerson Specialized Protective Services LLC
• Updates on marketing, food & beverage, and building operations

The La Crosse Center Board approved two items: liquor expenses and a one-year security contract extension with Byerson Specialized Protective Services LLC. All other agenda items were informational updates with no action taken. The meeting minutes from October 15, 2024, were also approved.

• Approved liquor expenses (voice vote)
• Approved one-year security contract extension with Byerson Specialized Protective Services LLC (voice vote)
• Approved October 15, 2024 meeting minutes (voice vote)

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will consider several items including requests to vacate a portion of 12th Street North, issue street privilege permits for fiber optic installations, and approve a water main modification for the Valley View Mall redevelopment. They will also set the date for the Spring City Auction and approve final payments and change orders for construction contracts.

• Set date for Spring City Auction on April 26, 2025, with viewing at 9 AM and auction at 10 AM
• Final payments for La Crosse PD 2nd Level Renovations and 2023 Citywide Traffic Calming projects
• Three Metro Fibernet LLC street privilege permits for communications in right-of-way in areas near 28th St/Broadview Pl/Holly Pl, Gillette St/Clinton St/Rose St/Kane St, and St James St/River Bend Rd/Kraft St/George St
• Request from GMX to modify City Water Main as part of redevelopment at Valley View Mall (prospective Raising Cane's restaurant)
• Request from 360 Realty to initiate partial vacation process for the east half of the 400 block of 12th Street North

The Board of Public Works approved all agenda items unanimously, including setting the Spring City Auction for April 26, 2025, approving construction contract final payments and change orders, granting three street privilege permits to Metro Fibernet LLC, allowing GMX to modify a city water main at Valley View Mall with conditions, and starting the partial vacation process for the east half of the 400 block of 12th Street North. No items were denied or tabled.

• Approved Spring City Auction date for April 26, 2025 (5-0)
• Approved construction contract final payments (5-0)
• Approved construction contract change orders (5-0)
• Approved Metro Fibernet street privilege permit for 28th St/Broadview Pl/Holly Pl area (5-0)
• Approved Metro Fibernet street privilege permit for Gillette St/Clinton St/Rose St/Kane St area (5-0)
• Approved Metro Fibernet street privilege permit for St James St/River Bend Rd/Kraft St/George St area (5-0)
• Approved GMX water main modification at Valley View Mall with conditions (5-0)
• Approved partial vacation process for east half of 400 block of 12th Street North (5-0)

Aviation Board

The La Crosse Aviation Board will review a letter of support to host the 2027 AAAE‑Great Lakes Chapter Conference. It will also consider a request for proposals for LSE air service consulting services, an appointment letter for Bill Blank, a presentation of a service plaque to Neil Duresky, and a report on airport statistics.

• Letter of support to host 2027 AAAE‑Great Lakes Chapter Conference (agenda item 24-1505)
• RFQ for LSE Air Service Consulting Services (agenda item 24-1504)
• Appointment Letter for Bill Blank (agenda item 24-1503)
• Presentation of Service Plaque to Neil Duresky (agenda item 24-1511)
• Airport Statistics report (agenda item 24-1510)

The Aviation Board approved a letter of support for hosting the 2027 AAAE-Great Lakes Chapter Conference, approved the appointment of Bill Blank to the board, and unanimously approved the October 22, 2024 meeting minutes. No other substantive decisions were made; items on air service consulting, a service plaque, and airport statistics were listed but not acted upon.

• Approved letter of support for 2027 AAAE-Great Lakes Chapter Conference (unanimous)
• Approved appointment of Bill Blank to Aviation Board (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of October 22, 2024 meeting (unanimous)

Common Council

The Common Council holds a public hearing and then votes on resolutions to approve the 2025 Operating Budget, the accompanying fee schedule, and the 2025 meeting calendar. This is an annual budget meeting; if not completed on November 18, a continuation is scheduled for November 19.

• Public hearing and resolution to approve the 2025 Operating Budget.
• Resolution approving Appendix C Fee Schedule effective January 1, 2025.
• Resolution approving the 2025 Council Meeting Calendar.

The Common Council held a public hearing and approved the 2025 operating budget, the 2025 municipal fee schedule, and the 2025 Council meeting calendar. A proposed budget amendment to add funding for large item pick-up failed.

• Approved 2025 Municipal Fee Schedule (12-0)
• Approved amended 2025 Operating Budget (12-0)
• Failed to add $105,000 for Large Item Pick-Up (4-8)
• Approved 2025 Council Meeting Calendar (12-0)

Finance & Personnel Committee

The Finance & Personnel Committee voted 6-0 to recommend approval of a voluntary employee-paid accident insurance plan with ETF and Securian, effective January 1, 2025. It also recommended approval of an EPA Community Grant Partnership agreement with Habitat for Humanity for the Greater La Crosse, and approved an amended assignment of lease for Riverstone Hospitality, LLC at 200 Pearl Street. All items were forwarded to the Common Council for final action.

• Recommended adoption of voluntary accident insurance plan with ETF and Securian (6-0)
• Recommended approval of EPA Community Grant Partnership with Habitat for Humanity (6-0)
• Approved amendment to assignment of lease for Riverstone Hospitality, LLC at 200 Pearl Street (unanimous)
• Recommended adoption of amended lease assignment as amended (unanimous)

Committee for Citizens with Disabilities

The Committee for Citizens with Disabilities will meet to discuss the fall 2024 voting experience for voters with disabilities. The body will also review upcoming snow removal plans for city streets and sidewalks.

• Discussion on accessible voting machines with Nikki Elsen
• Discussion on street and sidewalk snow removal with Ryan Rasmussen and Cullen Haldeman
• Review of current disability-related communication needs

The Committee for Citizens with Disabilities met and heard updates on accessible voting machines and snow removal. Nikki Elsen reported that the Nov. 5, 2024 election was smooth, with over 29,000 ballots received and express voting machines at 4 sites; the city is considering purchasing additional machines. Ryan Rasmussen and Cullen Haldeman discussed the Street Department's fully staffed team and 3 dedicated sidewalk snow removal machines, with a complete overhaul of plowing routes. No formal votes or decisions were taken; the meeting was informational.

• No formal decisions or votes taken; items were discussion-only
• Heard report on accessible voting machines and fall 2024 election experience
• Heard update on snow removal from city streets and sidewalks
• Discussed disability-related communication needs via Mayor's office
• Noted UWL request to present in spring 2025
• Scheduled potential future guests: MTU Adam Lorentz and Kristen from Mayor's office

Floodplain Advisory Committee

The Floodplain Advisory Committee will consider and possibly take action on five Floodplain Relief Grant applications for properties at Badger Hickey Park, 2127 Liberty St., 2502 Onalaska Ave., 2702 Onalaska Ave., and 2706 Onalaska Ave. The committee will also hear a presentation on floodplain issues including substantial improvement determination and compliance.

• Consider grant application for shelter at Badger Hickey Park
• Consider grant application for 2127 Liberty St.
• Consider grant application for 2502 Onalaska Ave.
• Consider grant application for 2702 Onalaska Ave.
• Consider grant application for 2706 Onalaska Ave.

The Floodplain Advisory Committee approved minutes from the September 12th meeting and voted to approve five Floodplain Relief Grant applications, including one for a shelter at Badger Hickey Park and four residential applications. The committee also received a presentation on floodplain issues with no action taken.

• Approved minutes from the September 12th meeting (unanimous)
• Approved Floodplain Relief Grant application for shelter at Badger Hickey Park (unanimous)
• Approved Floodplain Relief Grant application for 2127 Liberty St. (unanimous)
• Approved Floodplain Relief Grant application for 2502 Onalaska Ave. (unanimous)
• Approved Floodplain Relief Grant application for 2702 Onalaksa Ave. (unanimous)
• Approved Floodplain Relief Grant application for 2706 Onalaska Ave. (unanimous)

Common Council

The Common Council will vote on several ordinances regarding zoning, city parking trespass rules, and the Brush Site. The body is also reviewing land annexations from the Towns of Shelby and Medary and various property sales. A contract for the Mormon Coulee Force Main project is recommended for adoption.

• Contract award to Gerke Excavating, Inc. for $1,071,244.22 for the Mormon Coulee Force Main project
• Ordinance to annex approximately 10.75 acres (Shrine Property) from the Town of Shelby
• Ordinance to annex property adjacent to 4224 Meadowlark Lane from the Town of Medary
• Zoning change for 212 11th Street South to allow continued use as professional office space
• Sale of City owned property at 800 Moore St to Taylor William DeFrang and Brian DeFrang

The Common Council approved a $1,071,244.22 contract with Gerke Excavating, Inc. for the Mormon Coulee Force Main project, adopted several ordinances including zoning changes and a trespass ordinance for parking facilities, and confirmed a mayoral appointment to the Aviation Board. The council also adopted resolutions for an employee accident insurance plan, an EPA grant partnership with Habitat for Humanity, and a lease assignment for the former Holiday Inn Express property. A motion to split ARPA housing funds equally between Karuna and Couleecap failed, and the original allocation was adopted.

• Awarded $1,071,244.22 contract to Gerke Excavating for Mormon Coulee Force Main (12-0)
• Adopted ordinance transferring 212 11th St S to Traditional Neighborhood District with deed restriction (8-4)
• Adopted ordinance creating trespass regulations for city parking facilities (10-2)
• Adopted ordinance amending Brush Site regulations (8-4)
• Adopted resolution approving voluntary employee accident insurance plan (12-0)
• Adopted resolution approving EPA grant partnership with Habitat for Humanity (12-0)
• Adopted amended resolution for lease assignment at 200 Pearl St (12-0)
• Adopted amended resolution creating City Administrator Working Group (12-0)

Neighborhood Revitalization Commission

The Neighborhood Revitalization Commission will receive a presentation on housing in La Crosse and announce the awardees of the Accessory Dwelling Unit Design Competition. No formal decisions are scheduled; the meeting is informational and ceremonial.

• Presentation: 'Then and Now: Housing in La Crosse'
• Announcement of Accessory Dwelling Unit Design Competition awardees
• Call for future agenda items

The commission heard a presentation on the history of housing in La Crosse. Staff announced three finalists for the Accessory Dwelling Unit Design Competition.

• Approved October 2, 2024 meeting minutes (voice vote)

Housing Authority of the City of La Crosse

The Housing Authority of the City of La Crosse will meet to discuss the 2025 Operating Budget and the 2024 Revision 1 Operating Budget. The body will also review reports from the Executive Director and Finance departments.

• Review of 2025 Operating Budget
• Review of 2024 Revision 1 Operating Budget
• Housing Authority Development Portfolio Tour

The Housing Authority of the City of La Crosse met on November 13, 2024, and approved the October meeting minutes and bills totaling $396,545.34. The board discussed the 2025 operating budget and the 2024 Revision 1 budget, but deferred approval to the December meeting. The 2025 budget will include a 3% average salary increase, employees continuing to pay 12% of health insurance premiums, and no dental premium increase. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved October 9, 2024 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Approved bills totaling $396,545.34 (3-0)
• Deferred 2025 operating budget approval to December meeting

Human Rights Commission

The Human Rights Commission will discuss monthly updates from REACH, DEI, and the Homelessness Coordinator, as well as outreach opportunities. A key discussion topic is whether to add 'homeless status' to the city's protected classes, with a draft ordinance under review. The meeting also includes a discussion on housing as a human right. No votes or final decisions are anticipated.

• Monthly Updates From REACH, DEI Committee, and Homelessness Coordinator (24-0079)
• Discussion on outreach opportunities and a renting guide (24-0797)
• Discussion on housing as a human right with training module and declarations (22-1024)
• Discussion on adding 'homeless status' to protected classes with draft ordinance (23-1489)

The Human Rights Commission approved the previous meeting's minutes and discussed monthly updates from REACH, the DEI Committee, and the Homelessness Coordinator. Commissioners also discussed outreach opportunities, housing as a human right, and adding homeless status to protected classes. A motion was carried to refer the housing resolution to Pathways Home for direction.

• Approved minutes from the previous meeting (acclamation)
• Referred the housing resolution to Pathways Home for direction (voice vote)

Library Board

The Library Board will discuss and vote on the 2025 library closed dates, review the director's report including a staffing restructure update, and approve financial reports for October 2024. A future meeting topic includes approval of the 2025 library operating budget.

• Approval of 2025 library closed dates
• 2025 staffing restructure update from director's report
• Approval of bills and financial reports for October 2024
• Future topic: approval of 2025 library operating budget

The La Crosse Public Library Board approved the library's closure dates for 2025 and accepted the October 2024 meeting minutes and financial reports. The board also received reports on staff restructuring, facility updates, and upcoming library programs.

• Approved minutes from the regular Board meeting of October 8, 2024
• Approved bills and financial reports from October 2024
• Approved Library Closed Dates for 2025

Bicycle-Pedestrian Advisory Committee

The Bicycle-Pedestrian Advisory Committee will discuss priority projects for implementing the 2024 Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan, receive a presentation on bike registration and theft prevention, and consider Community Sensitive Design for Wisconsin Highway 35. The committee will also approve minutes from October 8 and hear member updates.

• Bike Registration and Theft Prevention presentation (item 24-1194)
• Discussion on priority projects and implementation of the 2024 Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan (item 24-1119)
• Discussion on Community Sensitive Design for Wisconsin Highway 35 (item 24-1455)
• Approval of October 8, 2024 meeting minutes

The Bicycle-Pedestrian Advisory Committee met and approved the October 8, 2024 meeting minutes unanimously. The committee discussed bike registration and theft prevention, priority projects for the 2024 Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan, and community-sensitive design for Wisconsin Highway 35. No formal decisions were made on these agenda items.

• Approved October 8, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous voice vote)

International Committee

The La Crosse International Committee will discuss several agenda items, including International Education Week, a WIZM Talk with Markesan, and requests for funding. The meeting will also review the December Council meeting, the Oktoberfest Parade, and the committee website. A key item is the election of officers for 2025. The committee will receive reports and announcements from sister city and school partners.

• 24-1443 International Education Week
• 24-1444 WIZM Talk - Markesan
• 24-1445 Requests for Funding
• 24-1447 Election of officers for 2025
• 24-1448 Oktoberfest Parade review

The International Committee approved the September 23, 2024 minutes and discussed upcoming events, including International Education Week at the Rivoli and the December council meeting. No formal votes were taken on substantive policy matters; the meeting was primarily informational and planning-focused.

• Approved minutes from September 23, 2024 (motion by Berns, seconded by Bald)
• Adjourned meeting (motion by DeYoe, seconded by Berns)

Climate Action Plan Steering Committee

The Climate Action Plan Steering Committee will decide on a request for funding assistance for lighting retrofits at the Black River Beach Neighborhood Center and a request to fund the annual ICLEI membership. They will also hear a presentation on Johnson Controls' Phase 3 Year 1 Measurement and Verification Report and discuss internal collaboration and meeting logistics.

• Request for funding assistance for lighting retrofits at Black River Beach Neighborhood Center (cost estimate attached)
• Presentation on Johnson Controls' Phase 3 Year 1 Measurement and Verification Report
• Request to fund annual ICLEI - Local Governments for Sustainability membership
• Discussion on collaboration, use of Google Docs, priorities, and assignments
• Discussion on meeting in a smaller room at City Hall

The Climate Action Plan Steering Committee tabled a request for funding assistance for lighting retrofits at the Black River Beach Neighborhood Center for 30 days, with direction on how to spend remaining funds. The committee also heard a presentation on Johnson Controls' Phase 3 Year 1 Measurement and Verification Report, which showed emissions reduced by 993 metric tons, and discussed collaboration and meeting logistics. No other formal decisions were made.

• Tabled lighting retrofit funding request for 30 days with direction on remaining funds (motion by Ericson, seconded by Meehan)
• Approved minutes from previous meeting (voice vote)

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will vote on a street privilege permit for Metro Fibernet LLC to install communications fiber in the right-of-way bounded by Fiesta Ct, Birch St, East Ave S, and Mormon Coulee Rd. They will also decide on an industrial wastewater discharge permit for WIS-PAK of Mankato Inc., and a finding to amend handicap accessible parking zones on Saint Andrews Street. Additionally, the board will hear citizen experiences with MetroNet fiber internet service and approve final payments for construction contracts.

• Metro Fibernet LLC street privilege permit for fiber communications in right-of-way (area: Fiesta Ct, Birch St, East Ave S, Mormon Coulee Rd)
• WIS-PAK of Mankato Inc. La Crosse Plant industrial wastewater discharge permit
• Finding & Order to amend handicap accessible parking zones on Saint Andrews Street 1300-1500 blocks
• Citizen experiences with MetroNet Fiber internet company
• Construction contract final payments

The Board of Public Works approved all agenda items except a discussion item. They approved construction contract final payments, an industrial wastewater discharge permit for WIS-PAK of Mankato Inc., a street privilege permit for Metro Fibernet LLC, and amendments to handicap accessible parking zones on Saint Andrews Street. All votes were unanimous (5-0). A citizen discussion about MetroNet Fiber internet was held with no action taken.

• Approved construction contract final payments (5-0)
• Approved WIS-PAK of Mankato Inc. industrial wastewater discharge permit (5-0)
• Approved Metro Fibernet LLC street privilege permit for communications in right-of-way (5-0)
• Approved amendment to handicap accessible parking zones on Saint Andrews Street 1300-1500 blocks (5-0)

Board of Canvassers

The La Crosse Board of Canvassers will meet to process and count any provisional ballots cast in the November 5, 2024 General Election. No other agenda items are listed. The meeting is open to members of other governmental bodies for information gathering.

• Process and tally provisional ballots for the November 5, 2024 General Election

The Board of Canvassers reviewed inspector statements, voting statistics, and write-in tally sheets. The board ruled on two challenged ballots and processed five additional voters across various wards.

• Accepted challenged ballot of Jane Stull (Ward 7) to remain part of vote total (3-0)
• Upheld challenge of Lilly Brenner's ballot (Ward 16) but ruled the vote remain (3-0)
• Processed and tallied voter Anders Nelson (Ward 15)
• Processed and tallied voters Camden Smith and Sephia Stangler (Ward 16)
• Processed and tallied voter Don Wisong (Ward 18)
• Processed and tallied voter Lori Hanson (Ward 28)

Finance & Personnel Committee

The Finance & Personnel Committee will consider resolutions to approve the sale of a former fire station, amend fee schedules, and allocate American Rescue Plan Act funds for housing and airport projects. The committee will also hear a public hearing on a street right-of-way vacation.

• Resolution approving sale of former Fire Station #4 at 906 Gillette St.
• Resolution amending Appendix C Fee Schedule regarding raze and remove orders.
• Resolution approving sale of City property at 800 Moore St.
• Resolution appropriating ARPA funds for floodplain garage remediation.
• Resolution authorizing takeover of ornamental streetlights on MacHarley Lane.

The Finance & Personnel Committee recommended 15 resolutions to the Common Council, including a development agreement for the former Fire Station #4, property sales, and ARPA funding allocations. It approved an amended resolution allocating $300,000 to Karuna and $801,869.25 to Couleecap for specialized housing, and failed a resolution on streetlighting takeover. The committee also held a closed session for collective bargaining updates.

• Recommended adoption of development/sale agreement for former Fire Station #4 at 906 Gillette St. (6-0)
• Recommended adoption of partial vacation of public street right-of-way on Chestnut Place (6-0)
• Recommended adoption of sale of city-owned property at 800 Moore St. to Taylor William DeFrang and Brian DeFrang (6-0)
• Recommended adoption of ARPA agreement for housing development in floodplain (6-0)
• Recommended adoption of ARPA funds for garage remediation per FEMA (6-0)
• Recommended adoption of amended resolution allocating $300,000 to Karuna and $801,869.25 to Couleecap for specialized housing (4-2)
• Failed resolution authorizing takeover of ornamental streetlighting on MacHarley Lane (3-2, 1 abstention)
• Recommended adoption of amended resolution for Mormon Coulee Road Force Main project (6-0)

City Plan Commission

The City Plan Commission will hold a public hearing and consider Resolution 24-1370, which petitions the Secretary of Transportation for Airport Improvement Aid. The meeting is open for in-person and virtual attendance, with opportunities for public comment.

• Public hearing and vote on Resolution 24-1370 petitioning for federal Airport Improvement Aid

The City Plan Commission approved a resolution petitioning the Secretary of Transportation for airport improvement aid after hearing an overview from Airport Director Jeffrey Tripp. The meeting lasted from 5:30 pm to 5:34 pm.

• Approved Resolution Petitioning the Secretary of Transportation for Airport Improvement Aid (7-0)

Judiciary & Administration Committee

The Judiciary & Administration Committee will consider several zoning changes, annexations, and ordinances. Action items include transferring properties between zoning districts, annexing land from neighboring towns, and granting license applications. Public hearings are scheduled for two items.

• Annexation of approx. 10.75 acres (Shrine Property) from Town of Shelby
• Rezoning 1822 State Road 16 and adjacent parcels for mixed-use commercial and residential buildings
• Annexation of property adjacent to 4224 Meadowlark Lane from Town of Medary
• Conditional Use Permit for A1 Hospitality LLC at 210 Jay Street for a Class B beer & liquor license
• New ordinance creating Section 32-44 regarding trespass to City Parking Facilities

The Judiciary & Administration Committee recommended several items to the Common Council, including annexing the Shrine Property from the Town of Shelby, a certified survey map, and multiple zoning changes. It also recommended approving various licenses and a conditional use permit, but failed to recommend creating a City Administrator Working Group. All recommendations will be considered by the Common Council on 11/14/2024.

• Recommended adoption of ordinance transferring 212 11th Street South to Traditional Neighborhood District (5-1)
• Recommended re-referral of mixed-use development at 1822 State Road 16 for 6 months (6-0)
• Recommended approval of certified survey map in Sections 23 and 26 (6-0)
• Recommended adoption of resolution and ordinance annexing Shrine Property from Town of Shelby (6-0 each)
• Recommended adoption of ordinance for transient residential facility at 5250 Justin Road (6-0)
• Recommended adoption of resolution and ordinance annexing 4224 Meadowlark Lane from Town of Medary (6-0 each)
• Recommended approval of various licenses (5-0, Woodard recused)
• Recommended approval of conditional use permit for A1 Hospitality LLC at 210 Jay Street (6-0)

City Plan Commission

The City Plan Commission will consider several zoning changes, including a request to rezone a property at 212 11th Street South for continued office use, and direct annexations of approximately 10.75 acres from the Town of Shelby and a parcel at 4224 Meadowlark Lane from the Town of Medary.

• Ordinance to amend zoning for 212 11th Street South
• Direct annexation of 10.75 acres from Town of Shelby
• Ordinance to annex land adjacent to 4224 Meadowlark Lane
• Resolution approving sale of 800 Moore St
• Resolution approving sale of Former Fire Station #4 at 906 Gillette St

The City Plan Commission approved a zoning change to allow continued professional office use at 212 11th Street South, despite a 6-2 vote with Cherf and Kahlow opposed. It also approved a certified survey map, annexations from Shelby and Medary towns, a development agreement for the former Fire Station #4, a street vacation, a conditional use permit for a liquor license, and a property sale. All other items passed unanimously.

• Approved zoning transfer for 212 11th St S to Traditional Neighborhood District (6-2)
• Approved certified survey map for Section 23/26, La Crosse and Shelby (8-0)
• Approved annexation of ~10.75 acres Shrine Property from Town of Shelby (8-0)
• Approved ordinance annexing Shrine Property (8-0)
• Approved PD-S to PD-S transfer for transient residential facility at 5250 Justin Rd (8-0)
• Approved development and sale agreement for former Fire Station #4 at 906 Gillette St (8-0)
• Approved partial vacation of Chestnut Place right-of-way (8-0)
• Approved conditional use permit for A1 Hospitality LLC at 210 Jay St (8-0)

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will review several street privilege permits and construction contract payments. Members will discuss a new ordinance regarding trespassing at city parking facilities and a partial street right-of-way vacation on Chestnut Place.

• Ordinance to create Section 32-44 regarding trespass to City Parking Facilities
• Resolution for partial vacation of public street right-of-way on Chestnut Place
• Renewal of Mutual Resource Sharing Agreement with UW-La Crosse
• Quotes for 2024-2025 Snow Removal
• Street Privilege Permits for 227 3rd St N, 1501 St Andrew St, and George St/Mulberry Ln

The Board of Public Works approved all agenda items, including the partial vacation of the public street right-of-way on Chestnut Place, a new ordinance on trespass to city parking facilities, and several street privilege permits. All votes were unanimous among present members, with one member excused and occasional abstentions.

• Approved bidder's proof of responsibility (4-0)
• Approved partial vacation of public street right-of-way on Chestnut Place (4-0)
• Approved ordinance creating Section 32-44 on trespass to City Parking Facilities (3-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved construction contract final payments (4-0)
• Approved renewal of mutual resource sharing agreement with UW-La Crosse (4-0)
• Approved quotes for 2024-2025 snow removal (4-0)
• Approved snowflake decorations on downtown light poles (4-0)
• Approved construction contract change orders (4-0)

Commercial/Multi-Family Design Review Committee

The Commercial/Multi-Family Design Review Committee will meet to review site plans, building plans, and renderings for a specific project. The committee is evaluating the design of a building located at 1801 Losey Blvd.

• Review of plans for 1801 Losey Blvd. (Central HS Tech Ed Building)

City of La Crosse Diversity Equity Inclusion Team

The City of La Crosse Diversity Equity Inclusion Team will meet to review feedback from an internal staff DEI survey. The body will also act on the approval of minutes from June 26, 2024.

• Discussion of City of La Crosse internal staff DEI survey feedback
• Approval of June 26, 2024 minutes

The Diversity Equity Inclusion Team approved the minutes from June 26, 2024, and discussed feedback from the internal staff DEI survey. Based on that feedback, the team decided to start a mentorship program for new hires, which will include an HR resource sheet, a mentor assignment, and connecting new employees to First Friends for a tour of La Crosse. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved minutes from June 26, 2024 (unanimous)
• Decided to start a mentorship program for new hires

Room Tax Commission

The Room Tax Commission will review financial reports and proposed budgets for the La Crosse Center and Explore La Crosse for the 2025 fiscal year. The meeting will be held via video conference and in person.

• Review of Room Tax Distribution Report for October 2024
• Review of Room Tax Statistics through June 2024
• Review of La Crosse Center Budget: 2024 Year to Date & 2025 Proposed
• Review of Explore La Crosse Budget: 2024 Year to Date & 2025 Proposed

Board of Public Works

The La Crosse Board of Public Works will consider approving temporary street privileges, construction contract change orders and final payments, and requests to establish or amend no-parking zones.

• Temporary Street Privilege for 405 8th St (WTC Innovation Center)
• Construction Contract Change Orders
• Construction Contract Final Payments
• Finding & Order to Amend No Parking Zones along the 1500 Block of Liberty St.
• Finding and Order to Establish a No Parking Zone on the 900 Block of Gillette St.

The Board of Public Works approved a temporary street privilege for 405 8th St (WTC Innovation Center), along with several other routine items including construction contract final payments, bench maintenance, and no-parking zone changes. Two agenda items were tabled with no action taken. All votes were unanimous (4-0) with one member excused.

• Approved temporary street privilege for 405 8th St (WTC Innovation Center) (4-0)
• Approved construction contract final payments (4-0)
• Approved Downtown Mainstreet request to refurbish and maintain 2 downtown benches (4-0)
• Approved no parking zone on 900 block of Gillette St (4-0)
• Approved amendment to no parking zones along 1500 block of Liberty St (4-0)
• No action taken on Bidder's Proof of Responsibility
• No action taken on Construction Contract Change Orders

Commercial/Multi-Family Design Review Committee

The Commercial/Multi-Family Design Review Committee will meet to review final plans for a building addition at 1331 Clinton Street. The project is for the Boys and Girls Club. The meeting will be held virtually via Zoom.

• Review of final plans for building addition at 1331 Clinton Street
• Project for Boys and Girls Club
• Meeting held virtually via Zoom

Redevelopment Authority

The Redevelopment Authority approved first extensions to planning option agreements for Lots 11 and 12 with Roush Rentals, and adopted a resolution obligating ARPA funds for housing development in the floodplain. The board also approved the September 26, 2024 minutes and received the monthly project manager report and financials. All votes were by voice vote with no recorded opposition.

• Approved first extension to planning option agreement for Lot 11 with Roush Rentals (voice vote)
• Approved first extension to planning option agreement for Lot 12 with Roush Rentals (voice vote)
• Adopted resolution approving ARPA funds agreement for floodplain housing development (voice vote)
• Approved minutes of September 26, 2024 meeting (voice vote)

Economic and Community Development Commission

The Economic and Community Development Commission will approve minutes from the September 30 meeting and discuss three major actions. It will vote on a resolution to authorize an application to the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation’s Community Development Investment Grant Program for the Haven on Main development. The commission will also consider a term sheet for Tax Increment Financing for the same project, potentially in closed session, and a resolution to allocate American Rescue Plan Act funds for specialized housing capacity.

• Resolution 24-1389: Authorize application to WEDC CDI Grant Program for Haven on Main
• Resolution 24-1390: Consider term sheet for Tax Increment Financing for Haven on Main (possible closed session)
• Resolution 24-1343: Allocate American Rescue Plan Act funds for specialized housing capacity
• Approval of minutes from the September 30, 2024 meeting

The Economic and Community Development Commission approved a term sheet for Tax Increment Financing for the Haven on Main project (4-2), with Kahlow and Markussen voting no. It also approved allocating American Rescue Plan Act funds for specialized housing: $300,000 to Karuna, with the remainder split evenly between CouleeCap and The Salvation Army, including contractual safeguards for CouleeCap (4-2). A resolution authorizing a WEDC grant application for Haven on Main was adopted by voice vote.

• Adopted resolution authorizing WEDC CDI grant application for Haven on Main (voice vote)
• Approved TIF term sheet for Haven on Main (4-2)
• Approved ARPA fund allocation: $300,000 to Karuna, remainder split between CouleeCap and Salvation Army (4-2)

City Plan Commission

The City Plan Commission is meeting to discuss and potentially take action on proposals to update the Subdivision and Zoning Code Ordinance. The body may enter a closed session to formulate negotiation strategies regarding these updates.

• Consideration of proposals for Subdivision and Zoning Code Ordinance update (24-1359)

The City Plan Commission voted unanimously to enter into an agreement with MSA for the Subdivision and Zoning Code ordinance update. The commission also voted to convene in closed session to discuss negotiation strategies, after which the meeting adjourned without further action.

• Approved agreement with MSA for Subdivision and Zoning Code update (unanimous voice vote)
• Convened in closed session per Wis. Stat. 19.85(1)(e) (roll call vote)

Aviation Board

The La Crosse Aviation Board will hold a public meeting to approve minutes, hear staff reports, and vote on resolutions. Key items include declaring a Statement of Project Intentions for the La Crosse Regional Airport and petitioning the Secretary of Transportation for Airport Improvement Aid.

• Resolution declaring Statement of Project Intentions for La Crosse Regional Airport
• Petition for Airport Improvement Aid (24-1370)
• Eligibility Statement (24-1368)
• Airport statistics and updates (24-1388)

The La Crosse Aviation Board approved the minutes from the September 16, 2024 meeting and passed two resolutions regarding the airport's project intentions and petitioning for airport improvement aid. The board also received an update on projects, operations, marketing, air service, and Ft. McCoy.

• Approved September 16, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution declaring the Statement of Project Intentions for the La Crosse Regional Airport (6-0)
• Approved Resolution Petitioning the Secretary of Transportation for Airport Improvement Aid (6-0)

Joint Board of Harbor Commissioners

The Joint Board of Harbor Commissioners will meet to receive updates on buoy inspections, the Wisconsin Department of Transportation, and the Port Master Plan.

• Update on buoy inspections (24-1392)
• Update on WI DOT (24-1127)
• Update on Port Master Plan (24-1128)

The Joint Board of Harbor Commissioners met and approved the August meeting minutes by voice vote. All agenda items—updates on buoy inspections, WI DOT, and the Port Master Plan—were informational only, with no action taken. The meeting adjourned at 4:45pm.

• Approved August meeting minutes (voice vote)

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will consider bids for new overhead garage doors at the Municipal Service Center. The body is also reviewing industrial wastewater discharge permits and construction contract payments.

• Bid for two Municipal Service Center overhead garage doors
• Three Industrial Wastewater Discharge Permits
• Industrial Wastewater Discharge Permit for City Brewery Company, LLC
• Construction contract final payments
• Construction contract change orders

The Board of Public Works approved all agenda items unanimously, including a bid for overhead garage doors at the Municipal Service Center, final payments for construction contracts, three industrial wastewater discharge permits, a permit for City Brewery Company, a bidder's proof of responsibility, and construction contract change orders. The meeting was brief and procedural, with no items denied or tabled.

• Approved bid for Municipal Service Center overhead garage doors (5-0)
• Approved construction contract final payments (5-0)
• Approved three Industrial Wastewater Discharge Permits (5-0)
• Approved City Brewery Company, LLC Industrial Wastewater Discharge Permit (5-0)
• Approved Bidder's Proof of Responsibility (5-0)
• Approved construction contract change orders (5-0)

Board of Park Commissioners

The Board of Park Commissioners will meet to approve the removal of two boulevard trees on Livingston Street and to authorize a disc golf tournament at Pettibone Park. The agenda also includes a request to add an Indigenous Garden to the Riverside International Friendship Gardens.

• Approval requested for removal of two boulevard trees at 818 Livingston St.
• Approval requested for Seven Rivers Disc Golf Club tournament at Pettibone Park on Oct. 19.
• Approval requested to add an Indigenous Garden to Riverside International Friendship Gardens.
• Meeting held at City Hall, 400 La Crosse St.
• Meeting open for in-person attendance and video conferencing.

The Board of Park Commissioners denied a request to remove two boulevard trees at 818 Livingston St. The board approved a fundraising tournament for the Seven Rivers Disc Golf Club at Pettibone Park, contingent on city and county permits. Additionally, the board approved adding an Indigenous Garden to the Riverside International Friendship Gardens in Riverside Park, also contingent on required permits.

• Approved minutes of previous meeting (7-0, 2 absent)
• Denied removal of two boulevard trees at 818 Livingston St (7-0, 2 absent)
• Approved Seven Rivers Disc Golf Club tournament at Pettibone Park (7-0, 2 absent)
• Approved addition of Indigenous Garden to Riverside International Friendship Gardens (6-0-1, 2 absent)

City Plan Commission

The City Plan Commission is meeting to conduct an interview with MSA regarding a proposal to update the subdivision and zoning code. The commission may enter a closed session to discuss negotiation strategies.

• Interview with MSA for Subdivision and Zoning Code Update Proposal (24-1358)

The commission convened to discuss a Subdivision and Zoning Code Update Proposal interview with MSA. The meeting adjourned after a motion to enter closed session was approved.

• Approved motion to convene in closed session (roll call vote)

Employee Benefit Trust Fund Committee

The Employee Benefit Trust Fund Committee is meeting to discuss the 2025 High Deductible Health Plan and collective bargaining unit health plans. The body will consider contract renewals for benefit administration and insurance consulting services.

• Proposal to renew contract with Professional Benefit Administrators (PBA) for 2025, 2026, and 2027
• Proposal for an amended contract with USI Insurance Services as Health Benefits Consultant starting January 1, 2025
• Discussion of 2025 High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP)
• Discussion of collective bargaining unit health plans

Police and Fire Commission

The Commission is meeting to review October 2024 personnel reports for police and fire departments. The body will consider moving two fire department employees to regular status.

• Appointment of Lieutenant Jon Ghinazzi to regular status
• Appointment of Engineer Jameson Rau to regular status
• Review of October 2024 Fire Personnel Report (24-1364)
• Review of October 2024 Police Personnel Report (24-1365)
• Scheduling of Police Officer Interviews following November 20, 2024

The La Crosse Police and Fire Commission met on October 16, 2024, and unanimously approved the minutes from the September 18 meeting, accepted the October Fire and Police Personnel Reports, and approved the appointments of Lieutenant Jon Ghinazzi and Engineer Jameson Rau to regular status. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting was procedural in nature.

• Approved minutes of September 18, 2024 meeting (unanimous)
• Accepted and filed October 2024 Fire Personnel Report (unanimous)
• Approved appointment of Lieutenant Jon Ghinazzi to regular status (unanimous)
• Approved appointment of Engineer Jameson Rau to regular status (unanimous)
• Accepted and filed October 2024 Police Personnel Report (unanimous)

La Crosse Center Board

The La Crosse Center Board meeting will review a request to approve liquor expenses (item 24-1345). The board will also receive updates on financials, sales and events, marketing, food and beverage, building operations, and the Explore La Crosse program. A final report on the LCC‑LCCVB strategic collaboration will be presented. No other decisions are listed; the updates are informational.

• Approve liquor expenses request (item 24-1345)
• Updates regarding financials (item 24-1346)
• LCC‑LCCVB Strategic Collaboration Final Report (item 24-1352)
• Updates regarding sales & events (item 24-1347)
• Updates regarding marketing (item 24-1348)

The La Crosse Center Board approved a request for liquor expenses and received and filed the LCC-LCCVB Strategic Collaboration Final Report. Several informational updates on financials, sales, marketing, food and beverage, building operations, and Explore La Crosse were presented with no action taken. The board also approved the September 17, 2024 meeting minutes.

• Approved liquor expenses request 24-1345 (voice vote)
• Received and filed LCC-LCCVB Strategic Collaboration Final Report 24-1352 (voice vote)
• Approved September 17, 2024 meeting minutes (voice vote)

City Plan Commission

The City Plan Commission will meet to conduct an interview with GRAEF regarding a proposal to update the subdivision and zoning code. The commission may enter a closed session to discuss negotiation strategies.

• Interview with GRAEF for Subdivision and Zoning Code Update Proposal (Item 24-1356)

The City Plan Commission convened in closed session to discuss negotiation strategies for the Subdivision and Zoning Code Update proposal with GRAEF. No substantive decisions were made in open session; the meeting adjourned immediately after the closed session.

• Convened in closed session for GRAEF negotiation strategies (unanimous)

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will hold a public hearing regarding a construction noise exemption for utility work. Members will also review a street privilege permit and offers to purchase a property.

• Public hearing for Gerke Excavating's construction noise exemption at Hagar and Sumner Streets
• Charter Communications street privilege permit request near 3652 East Ave S
• Offers to purchase 626 Monitor Street

The Board of Public Works approved a limited construction noise exemption for Gerke Excavating to replace city utilities at Hagar and Sumner Streets, and approved a Charter Communications street privilege permit near 3652 East Ave S. The board also convened in closed session to discuss offers to purchase 626 Monitor Street, but no action was taken in open session.

• Approved limited construction noise exemption for Gerke Excavating at Hagar and Sumner Streets (3-0, 2 excused)
• Approved Charter Communications street privilege permit for right-of-way near 3652 East Ave S (3-0, 2 excused)
• Convened in closed session to discuss offers to purchase 626 Monitor Street (3-0, 2 excused)

Finance & Personnel Committee

The Finance & Personnel Committee will meet to discuss a resolution regarding funds for the Wastewater Treatment Plant. The item involves allocating and re-appropriating funds for electric generation permitting.

• Resolution 24-1344: allocating and re-appropriating funds for Wastewater Treatment Plant upgrade for electric generation permitting

The Finance & Personnel Committee voted unanimously to recommend a resolution to the Common Council that allocates and re-appropriates funds for the Wastewater Treatment Plant upgrade related to electric generation permitting. The recommendation will be considered by the Common Council on October 10, 2024.

• Recommended adoption of Resolution 24-1344 for wastewater plant electric generation permitting funds (6-0)

Committee for Citizens with Disabilities

The Committee for Citizens with Disabilities will review accessibility evaluations of City-owned buildings and right-of-way guidelines. The body will also discuss public communication regarding disability issues and a press event for White Cane Safety Day.

• Public Right-of-Way Accessibility Guidelines (PROWAG) workshop highlights
• Accessibility evaluation of City-owned buildings by Benesch
• White Cane Safety Day Press Event on October 15th
• Discussion on communicating disability-related issues and events to the public

The Committee for Citizens with Disabilities met and discussed updates on the Public Right-of-Way Accessibility Guidelines (PROWAG), including changes at railroad crossings and pedestrian curbs in downtown. They also received an update on the ongoing accessibility evaluation of City-owned buildings by Benesch. No formal votes or decisions were taken; the meeting was informational and procedural.

• Discussed PROWAG changes, including railroad crossings and pedestrian curbs
• Received update on Benesch accessibility evaluation of City-owned buildings
• Scheduled White Cane Safety Day press event for October 15th at City Hall
• Agreed to communicate disability-related issues via Larry or Kristen
• Noted accessible voting machines and Wisconsin disability vote coalition updates
• Listed future agenda items: social media presence and UW La Crosse disability services presentation

Common Council

The Common Council will discuss a charter ordinance to establish the Office of the City Administrator. The body is also deciding on several zoning changes, budget reallocations, and the purchase of new transit buses.

• Charter ordinance to create the Office of the City Administrator and remove duties from the Mayor
• Ordinance to repeal and recreate Traditional Neighborhood Development zoning (Section 115-403)
• Purchase of two 35-foot Hybrid Buses and two 35-foot Clean Diesel Buses
• Annexation of 1612 Nakomis Ave. from the Town of Campbell
• Development agreement with RyKey Properties, LLC for 'The Lofts' in River Point District

The Common Council approved a Traditional Neighborhood Development zoning ordinance (10-2) and adopted several resolutions, including 2024 bills and engineering estimates, ARPA funds for the 2024 general fund budget, and water utility project changes. A charter ordinance creating a City Administrator office and removing duties from the Mayor was referred to the May 2025 meetings after a motion to table failed 6-6. A resolution to override additional funding for the Pump House Regional Arts Center failed 7-5.

• Adopted Traditional Neighborhood Development zoning ordinance (10-2)
• Referred city administrator charter ordinance to May 2025 meetings (7-5)
• Failed to override additional Pump House Regional Arts Center funding (7-5)
• Adopted 2024 bills and engineering estimates paid in October 2024 (12-0)
• Adopted ARPA funds allocation to 2024 General Fund Operating Budget (11-1)
• Rejected report of bids for Pammel Creek Repairs Phase 1 (12-0)
• Adopted resolution allocating funds for Wastewater Treatment Plant upgrade (12-0)
• Confirmed mayoral appointments to Human Rights Commission, Building and Housing Appeals Board, Room Tax Commission (12-0)

Housing Authority of the City of La Crosse

The La Crosse Housing Authority will consider the 2025 Annual Plan and the 2025‑2029 Five‑Year Capital Fund Program. Items on the agenda include approving the September 11 meeting minutes, approving bills, and reviewing standard charge updates. The public hearing will allow community input on the proposed plan and capital program.

• Approve regular meeting minutes from September 11, 2024
• Approve bills
• Review and approve La Crosse Housing Authority standard charge updates (item 24‑1336)
• Review PHA 2025 Annual Plan and 2025‑2029 Five‑Year Capital Fund Program (item 24‑1337)
• Public hearing on the 2025 Annual Plan and Five‑Year Capital Fund Program

The Housing Authority approved the PHA 2025 Annual Plan and the 2025-2029 Five-Year Capital Fund Program Plan, with no public comment received. They also approved updated standard charges effective January 1, 2025, and elected officers for the coming year. All votes were 4-0.

• Approved PHA 2025 Annual Plan and 2025-2029 Capital Fund Program Plan (4-0)
• Approved updated Standard Charge list effective January 1, 2025 (4-0)
• Elected Peter Sayner as Chairperson (4-0)
• Elected Mike Juran as Vice Chairperson (4-0)
• Elected Shawn Bacon as Treasurer (4-0)
• Elected Randall Brown as Secretary (4-0)
• Approved bills totaling $347,500.75 (4-0)
• Approved September 11, 2024 meeting minutes (4-0)

Human Rights Commission

The Commission will determine if a fair housing complaint filed by Edward Mathews against Rick Hamilton contains sufficient facts to be actionable. Members will also discuss housing as a human right and review updates from the Homelessness Coordinator, RET, and REACH.

• Determination on fair housing complaint 24-0963 (Edward Mathews v. Rick Hamilton)
• Monthly updates from RET, REACH, and Homelessness Coordinator
• Discussion on outreach opportunities
• Discussion on housing as a human right, including the Toronto Housing Charter and a Madison resolution draft

The Human Rights Commission determined that the fair housing complaint filed by Edward Mathews against Rick Hamilton did not allege sufficient facts to show discrimination, concluding the application process was consistent for all tenants. The decision was made in closed session after hearing from both parties. Other agenda items were discussions only, including outreach ideas and housing as a human right.

• Determined no reasonable belief of discrimination in Mathews v. Hamilton complaint (voice vote)
• Approved minutes of previous meeting (acclamation)
• Entered closed session to discuss complaint (voice vote)
• Suspended rules to allow virtual attendees in closed session (voice vote)

Board of Estimates

The La Crosse Board of Estimates will meet to discuss and finalize the recommended 2025 operating budget. The meeting is open for in-person attendance and video conferencing.

• Discussion of 2025 Operating Budget
• Approval of October 7, 2024 minutes

Bicycle-Pedestrian Advisory Committee

The Bicycle-Pedestrian Advisory Committee will review a transportation survey from the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse and discuss priority projects for the 2024 Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan. The group will also receive updates on grants, community surveys, and other committee activities.

• Review University of Wisconsin-La Crosse transportation survey
• Discuss priority projects for 2024 Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan
• Receive updates on grants and community surveys
• Review August Subcommittee Notes for the Master Plan

The Bicycle-Pedestrian Advisory Committee heard a presentation on a UW-La Crosse transportation survey and walk audit, discussed priority projects from the 2024 Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan, and received updates on grants and programs. No formal decisions were made beyond approving the previous meeting's minutes.

• Approved September 10, 2024 meeting minutes (voice vote)

Library Board

The La Crosse Library Board will approve minutes from September and October, review financial reports, and discuss the 2025 operating budget process. The meeting will also cover operational updates and programming highlights.

• Approval of September 2024 minutes
• Approval of October 1 Committee of the Whole minutes
• Approval of September 2024 bills and financial reports
• Discussion of 2025 Operating Budget Process
• Approval of updated Patron Expectations and Behavior Guidelines

The La Crosse Public Library Board approved the minutes from September 10 and October 1 meetings, as well as September bills and financial reports. The board also approved revised job descriptions and updated Patron Expectations and Behavior Guidelines. The director reported a $3,010,808 state grant for renovations and the retirement of the Archives Manager.

• Approved minutes from September 10, 2024 regular meeting
• Approved minutes from October 1, 2024 Committee of the Whole meeting
• Approved bills and financial reports for September 2024
• Approved revised job descriptions
• Approved updated Patron Expectations and Behavior Guidelines

Board of Estimates

The Board of Estimates is meeting to discuss, review, and finalize the recommended operating budget for 2025. This is the primary agenda item for the session.

• Discussion of 2025 Operating Budget (Item 24-0826)

The Board of Estimates approved the minutes from the previous September 5, 2024 meeting. The board then discussed, amended to include Full Time Employee adjustments from an October 7 handout, and approved the 2025 operating budget.

• Approved minutes of September 5, 2024 (unanimous)
• Approved amendment to include Full Time Employee adjustments from the 10/7/2024 meeting handout (7-1)
• Approved the 2025 Operating Budget as amended (7-1)

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will review offers to purchase properties at 626 Monitor Street and 800 Moore Street. The body will also consider establishing a 15-minute loading zone on Avon Street and a street privilege permit for Metro Fibernet LLC.

• Offers to purchase 626 Monitor Street
• Offer to purchase 800 Moore Street from Taylor DeFrang
• Establishment of a 15 Minute Loading Zone on the East Side of the 1500 Block of Avon St.
• Metro Fibernet LLC Street Privilege Permit request near 1500 Ranger Dr.
• Request from Old Towne North for Christmas Wreaths on Northside light poles

The Board of Public Works approved the sale of 800 Moore Street to Taylor DeFrang for $2,500, and approved several other items including a bidder's proof of responsibility, Christmas wreaths on Northside light poles, a loading zone on Avon St., and a street privilege permit for Metro Fibernet. The offer to purchase 626 Monitor Street was referred to the next meeting. No action was taken on construction final payments or change orders.

• Approved bidder's proof of responsibility (5-0)
• Approved Christmas wreaths on Northside light poles (5-0)
• Referred offer to purchase 626 Monitor Street to Oct 14 meeting (5-0)
• Approved $2,500 offer to purchase 800 Moore Street (5-0)
• Approved 15-minute loading zone on 1500 block of Avon St (5-0)
• Approved Metro Fibernet street privilege permit near 1500 Ranger Dr (5-0)

International Committee

The La Crosse International Committee will meet to discuss International Education Week. The meeting is scheduled for Monday, October 7, 2024, at 5:00 PM at City Hall.

• Discussion of International Education Week (Agenda Item 24-1308)
• Meeting held at City Hall, 400 La Crosse Street
• Meeting ID: 893 2373 2120 (Zoom available)

The International Committee approved spending up to $500 to license three films for the International Education Week: International Film Festival on November 18th at the Rivoli. It also approved $500 for an Irish delegation visit on October 22-24. The final program schedule will be decided at the November 11 meeting.

• Approved up to $500 to license films Mr. Hublot, The American St. Nick, and An Irish Goodbye (motion by Giefer, second by Norton, carried)
• Approved $500 for Irish delegation visit to La Crosse on October 22-24 (motion by West, second by Berns, carried)

Commercial/Multi-Family Design Review Committee

The Commercial/Multi-Family Design Review Committee will review preliminary plans for two projects. These include a building addition for the Boys and Girls Club and a mixed-use development.

• Review of plans for building addition at 1331 Clinton Street (Boys and Girls Club)
• Review of plans for mixed-use development at 1513 Market Street

Finance & Personnel Committee

The Finance & Personnel Committee will consider a series of resolutions that reallocate water utility capital improvement funds, adjust funding for the Causeway Boulevard project, approve a state grant for the Avon Street Greenway, allocate ARPA money for airport fire‑truck foam conversion and the general fund, and authorize purchases of vehicles and buses. The committee will also vote on a development agreement with RyKey Properties for "The Lofts" at Lot 8 in the River Point District, and on a replacement CAD/AVL system. A collective bargaining update will be provided.

• Resolution 24-1210: Cancel, amend, reallocate water utility CIP projects/equipment.
• Resolution 24-1211: Re‑allocate existing funds for the Causeway Boulevard project (MISC‑2023‑048).
• Resolution 24-1226: Approve WDOT Transportation Alternatives Program grant to construct the Avon Street Greenway.
• Resolution 24-1234: Approve development agreement with RyKey Properties for "The Lofts" at Lot 8, River Point District.
• Resolution 24-1255: Approve ARPA funds to transition airport fire truck 2 from AFFF to F3 foam.

The Finance & Personnel Committee recommended several resolutions for adoption to the Common Council on October 10, 2024, including water utility CIP adjustments, Causeway Boulevard project fund reallocations, department position changes, bus and vehicle purchases, and ARPA fund allocations. The committee also recommended a development agreement for 'The Lofts' in the River Point District and took no action on a collective bargaining update.

• Recommended water utility CIP project resolution to Common Council (6-0)
• Recommended Causeway Boulevard project fund reallocation resolution to Common Council (6-0)
• Recommended Utilities department position reorganization resolution to Common Council (6-0)
• Recommended amended Engineering Department position reclassification resolution to Common Council (6-0)
• Recommended Avon Street Greenway WisDOT grant agreement resolution to Common Council (6-0)
• Recommended ARPA funds for airport fire truck foam transition to Common Council (6-0)
• Recommended ARPA funds to 2024 General Fund Operating Budget to Common Council (5-1)
• Recommended purchase of IT department vehicle, hybrid buses, clean diesel buses, replacement CAD/AVL system, and 'The Lofts' development agreement to Common Council (6-0 each)

Floodplain Advisory Committee

The October 3, 2024, meeting of the Floodplain Advisory Committee was cancelled due to a lack of quorum.

Neighborhood Revitalization Commission

The Neighborhood Revitalization Commission will kick off the Accessory Dwelling Unit Design Competition (item 24-1090). It will discuss the 2024 Housing Study with a local housing developer. It will hold a public hearing on the NRC recommendation to deregulate off‑street parking requirements to promote more housing.

• 24-1090 Accessory Dwelling Unit Design Competition kickoff
• Discussion of 2024 Housing Study with local housing developer
• Public hearing on NRC recommendation to deregulate off‑street parking requirements, including an amended draft ordinance

The Neighborhood Revitalization Commission held a public hearing on a recommendation to deregulate off-street parking requirements to promote housing. Four speakers, including a local developer, spoke in favor of deregulation. No formal vote was taken on the recommendation during this meeting. The commission also discussed a housing study and dissolved a subcommittee for the ADU design competition.

• Approved September 4, 2024 meeting minutes (voice vote)
• Dissolved ADU Design Competition subcommittee; volunteers to contact staff
• Held public hearing on off-street parking deregulation; no vote taken

Judiciary & Administration Committee

The Judiciary & Administration Committee will discuss annexing land from the Town of Campbell to the City of La Crosse and consider a charter ordinance creating a City Administrator position. The meeting will also address zoning changes and public hearings.

• Annexation of 1612 Nakomis Ave. from Town of Campbell
• Charter ordinance creating City Administrator position
• Zoning change for 1219 Travis St. warehouse reconstruction
• Zoning change for 215 Copeland Ave. roominghouse remodel
• Approval of Down Payment Assistance Program agreement

The Judiciary & Administration Committee voted to recommend a charter ordinance to the Common Council that would create the Office of the City Administrator and remove duties from the Mayor. The recommendation passed 3-1 with one abstention after a public hearing. The committee also recommended approval of several other items, including a certified survey map, annexation of land at 1612 Nakomis Ave., zoning changes, and a conditional use permit for a roominghouse at 215 Copeland Ave.

• Recommended approval of certified survey map for part of Government Lot 9, Section 19, Town of Campbell (5-0)
• Recommended acceptance and filing of annexation petition for 1612 Nakomis Ave. (5-0)
• Recommended adoption of annexation ordinance for 1612 Nakomis Ave. (5-0)
• Recommended adoption of resolution approving additional election officials for 2024-2025 (5-0)
• Recommended adoption of ordinance repealing/recreating Section 115-403 on Traditional Neighborhood Development zoning (3-1, 1 abstention)
• Recommended adoption of ordinance transferring property to Heavy Industrial District for warehouse at 1219 Travis St. (5-0)
• Recommended adoption of ordinance transferring property to Multiple Dwelling District for roominghouse at 215 Copeland Ave. (5-0)
• Recommended approval of conditional use permit for roominghouse at 215 Copeland Ave. (5-0)

Arts and Culture Board

The Arts and Culture Board will discuss how to review grant proposals when submissions exceed available awards. The board will also review budget updates and future funding options.

• Process for reviewing grant proposals when submissions exceed available awards (24-1177)
• Difference between abstentions and recusals (24-1176)
• Budget update (24-1305)
• Future Arts Board funding (24-1304)

The La Crosse Arts Board met on October 1, 2024, and approved the August meeting minutes by voice vote. All four agenda items—grant proposal review process, abstentions vs. recusals, budget update, and future funding—were discussion-only, with no action taken. The meeting adjourned at 9:00am.

• Approved August meeting minutes (voice vote)
• Discussed grant proposal review process — no action
• Discussed abstentions vs. recusals — no action
• Received budget update — no action
• Discussed future Arts Board funding — no action

Library Board

The Library Board Committee of the Whole will meet in an advisory capacity to discuss the 2025 staffing restructure and updates to patron behavior guidelines. No motions or decisions will be made during this meeting.

• Review of 2025 Organizational Chart (approved 9.10.2024)
• Restructure implementation timeline
• Draft position descriptions
• Policy updates regarding Patron Expectations and Behavior Guidelines

The Library Board reviewed the 2025 organizational restructure, which takes effect January 1, 2025, and maintains the same total FTE and benefited positions. Board members provided feedback on draft position descriptions and suggested improvements to the Patron Expectations and Behavior Guidelines policy. No formal votes were taken; the meeting was informational and advisory.

• Reviewed 2025 staffing restructure effective January 1, 2025
• Provided feedback on draft position descriptions
• Suggested language improvements to Patron Expectations and Behavior Guidelines

Economic and Community Development Commission

The Economic and Community Development Commission will discuss a citizen participation plan draft and an ARPA specialized housing RFP update. It will receive updates on the Haven on Main TIF project and the Copper Rocks K‑Mart redevelopment. The commission will vote on a resolution approving a development agreement with RyKey Properties for "The Lofts" at Lot 8 in the River Point District.

• Resolution approving development agreement with RyKey Properties for "The Lofts" at Lot 8, River Point District
• Introduction of TIF project – Haven on Main; applicant: Couleecap
• Update on K‑Mart redevelopment project – Copper Rocks; developer: 360 Real Estate Solutions
• ARPA Specialized Housing RFP Process Update
• Citizen Participation Plan public comment

The Economic and Community Development Commission approved a development agreement for The Lofts project and accepted the compliance report for 5th Ward Residences. The commission also held a public hearing regarding the Citizen Participation Plan, which received no public comment.

• Approved 5th Ward Residences compliance report (unanimous)
• Approved development agreement for The Lofts at River Point District (unanimous)
• Approved previous meeting minutes (unanimous)

City Plan Commission

The City Plan Commission will consider proposals from consulting firms for a Zoning & Subdivision Code Update/Rewrite Project. The body is also reviewing several rezoning requests and a land annexation from the Town of Campbell.

• Review of consulting proposals for the Zoning & Subdivision Code Update/Rewrite Project
• Annexation of 1612 Nakomis Ave. from the Town of Campbell
• Rezoning of 1219 Travis St. from Light Industrial to Heavy Industrial for warehouse reconstruction
• Rezoning of 215 Copeland Ave. to Multiple Dwelling District and a Conditional Use Permit for a roominghouse
• Resolution for a WisDOT grant agreement to construct the Avon Street Greenway

The Commission approved the annexation of 1612 Nakomis Ave and a Certified Survey Map for 1626 Lakeshore Dr. They also approved zoning amendments for properties at 1219 Travis St and 215 Copeland Ave, and authorized a grant agreement for the Avon Street Greenway. A conditional use permit for a roominghouse at 215 Copeland Ave was referred to the Judiciary and Administration Committee.

• Approved Certified Survey Map for 1626 Lakeshore Dr (6-3)
• Approved annexation petition for 1612 Nakomis Ave
• Recommended adoption of annexation ordinance for 1612 Nakomis Ave
• Approved ordinance for Traditional Neighborhood Development zoning (8-1)
• Approved rezoning 1219 Travis St to Heavy Industrial
• Approved rezoning 215 Copeland Ave to Multiple Dwelling District
• Referred 215 Copeland Ave roominghouse permit to J&A Committee
• Approved grant agreement for Avon Street Greenway

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will review and vote on final construction payments, change orders, and equipment purchases. It will also consider establishing temporary loading zones along Veterans Memorial Drive and funding a backup generator for the Myrick Pumphouse.

• Approve final payments for construction contracts (24-1300)
• Approve change orders for construction contracts (24-1299)
• Establish two 15-minute loading zones along Veterans Memorial Drive (24-1311)
• Fund Myrick Pumphouse stand-by generator (24-1307)
• Purchase manhole inspection camera (24-1310)

The Board of Public Works unanimously approved all eight agenda items, including a bidder's proof of responsibility, construction change orders, funding for a standby generator at the Myrick Pumphouse, rooftop chillers for the City Hall server room, a manhole inspection camera purchase, two 15-minute loading zones on Veterans Memorial Drive, a City Brewery forfeiture response, and a resolution to adjust water utility CIP projects. No action was taken on construction contract final payments. The meeting adjourned at 10:13 AM.

• Approved bidder's proof of responsibility (5-0)
• Approved construction contract change orders (5-0)
• No action taken on construction contract final payments
• Approved funding for Myrick Pumphouse standby generator (5-0)
• Approved rooftop chillers for City Hall server room (5-0)
• Approved manhole inspection camera purchase agreement (5-0)
• Approved two 15-minute loading zones on Veterans Memorial Drive (5-0)
• Approved City Brewery forfeiture response (5-0)

Budget Parameter Committee

The Budget Parameter Committee is meeting to discuss the 2025 operating budget. The primary focus is the funding of the employee medical benefit plan.

• Funding the Employee Medical Benefit Plan within the 2025 Operating Budget (Item 24-1272)

Commercial/Multi-Family Design Review Committee

The Commercial/Multi-Family Design Review Committee will review plans for multi-family developments. The discussion focuses on two specific lots within the River Point District.

• Review of plans for Multi-Family Developments on Lot 1 (17-20400-80) and Lot 2 (17-20400-90) in River Point District
• Review of Preliminary Lot 1 & 2 Site Plan with Utilities
• Review of Preliminary Lot 1 & 2 Landscape Plan
• Review of Preliminary Lot 1 Architectural Plans
• Review of Preliminary Lot 2 Architectural Plans

Redevelopment Authority

The La Crosse Redevelopment Authority will consider extensions to two Option to Purchase agreements—one with FSDG, LLC for the F Street property and another with Red Earth LLC/War Eagle LLC for lots 3, 4, and 5. It will vote on a resolution approving a development agreement with RyKey Properties, LLC for "The Lofts" project on Lot 8 in the River Point District. Additional items include a payment request for snow‑fence work on Copeland Ave, a resolution to adopt an inter‑agency Down Payment Assistance Program agreement, and a monthly financial report for September 2024.

• Consideration of fifth extension to the Option to Purchase Agreement with FSDG, LLC (F Street)
• Consideration of fifth extension to the Option to Purchase Agreement for lots 3, 4, and 5 with Red Earth LLC / War Eagle LLC
• Resolution approving a development agreement with RyKey Properties, LLC for "The Lofts" on Lot 8 in River Point District
• Request for payment to Les Manske & Sons Excavating & Landscaping, LLC for snow‑fence installation/removal along Copeland Ave for Oktoberfest
• Resolution approving the Inter‑Agency Agreement to administer the Down Payment Assistance Program

The Redevelopment Authority approved a development agreement with RyKey Properties, LLC for 'The Lofts' at Lot 8 in the River Point District, and adopted an inter-agency agreement to administer the Down Payment Assistance Program. It also approved extensions to option-to-purchase agreements with FSDG, LLC (F Street) and Red Earth LLC / War Eagle LLC (lots 3, 4, 5), and approved a payment to Les Manske & Sons for snow fence work. All votes were by voice vote with no recorded dissent.

• Adopted development agreement with RyKey Properties, LLC for 'The Lofts' at Lot 8 (voice vote)
• Approved 9-month extension of option to purchase with FSDG, LLC for F Street (voice vote)
• Approved fifth extension of option to purchase with Red Earth LLC / War Eagle LLC for lots 3, 4, 5 (voice vote)
• Approved payment to Les Manske & Sons Excavating & Landscaping, LLC for snow fence work (voice vote)
• Adopted resolution approving Inter-Agency Agreement for Down Payment Assistance Program (voice vote)
• Approved minutes of September 10, 2024 meeting (voice vote)

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will review construction contract changes and a request to add a subcontractor for downtown streetscaping. The body will also consider establishing a 2-hour parking zone and a street privilege permit for Xcel Energy.

• Establishment of a 2-hour parking zone on the south side of the 1500 block of Main St
• Xcel Energy street privilege permit for gas utilities near 1200-1300 blocks of Park Ave and 1300 block of 13th St S
• Subcontractor addition for Downtown Streetscaping & Tree Planting project
• Construction contract change orders (24-1193)
• Bidder's Proof of Responsibility (24-0937)

The Board of Public Works approved all substantive agenda items unanimously (5-0), including construction contract change orders, a subcontractor addition to the Downtown Streetscaping & Tree Planting project, a 2-hour parking zone on Main St, and an Xcel Energy street privilege permit. One item, Bidder's Proof of Responsibility, saw no action taken.

• Approved construction contract change orders (5-0)
• Approved subcontractor addition to Downtown Streetscaping & Tree Planting project (5-0)
• Approved 2-hour parking zone on south side of 1500 block of Main St (5-0)
• Approved Xcel Energy street privilege permit for gas utilities near 1200-1300 blocks of Park Ave & 1300 block of 13th St S (5-0)
• No action taken on Bidder's Proof of Responsibility

International Committee

The International Committee will receive reports from La Crosse’s sister cities and local schools, discuss budget requests, and consider items like Global Education Week and the Oktoberfest Parade. The committee advises the Mayor and City Council on international matters.

• Global Education Week discussion (24-1276)
• Budget requests review (24-1277)
• Oktoberfest Parade planning (24-1278)
• Sister city reports from Junglinster, Luoyang, Kumbo, Friedberg, Forde, Epinal, Dubna, Bantry, and others
• Website and poster updates (24-1280, 24-1281)

The International Committee approved three budget requests: $1,000 for a delegation to Epinal in December, up to $1,500 for UWL/Viterbo programs, and up to $300 for the Rivoli. They also approved minutes, a plaque display, and discussed plans for International Education Week and the Oktoberfest parade. Website and poster items were tabled.

• Approved $1,000 for official delegation to Epinal Dec 5-8 (motion by Barmore, seconded by Berns)
• Approved up to $1,500 for UWL/Viterbo program (motion by Bald, seconded by Berns)
• Approved up to $300 for Rivoli (motion by Norton, seconded by Berns)
• Approved minutes of previous meeting (motion by Wiesjahn, seconded by Norton)
• Approved displaying LCEC plaque in City Hall lobby near Epinal flag (motion by Barmore, seconded by Norton)
• Tabled website discussion for next meeting
• Tabled poster discussion for next meeting

Board of Park Commissioners

The Board of Park Commissioners will consider several project approvals, including a sculpture installation and a pop‑up dog park in Burns Park, as well as event permits for the Enchanted Forest and Ugly Sweater 5K. It will also review repairs to the Copeland Park West boathouse, the Upper Hixon pump‑track expansion, and an updated lease for the La Crosse Queen. Updates on the 2024 recreational summer programs and pool season will be provided.

• Approve sculpture installation in Burns Park (Item 24-1243)
• Approve Downtown Neighborhood Association’s pop‑up dog park in Burns Park (Item 24-1245)
• Approve Enchanted Forest event in Riverside Park on Oct 19 2024 (Item 24-1240)
• Approve Boathouse repairs at Copeland Park West #5 (Item 24-1235)
• Approve final design of Upper Hixon pump‑track expansion (Item 24-1239)

The Board of Park Commissioners approved all substantive agenda items, including a sculpture installation in Burns Park, a pop-up dog park proposal (with a review scheduled for February 20, 2025), several special events, boathouse repairs, the final design for the Upper Hixon Pump Track Expansion, and an updated La Crosse Queen Lease. All approvals were unanimous except the dog park, which passed 5-3. The board also received updates on summer programs and the pool season.

• Approved sculpture installation in Burns Park (8-0)
• Approved pop-up dog park in Burns Park, as amended (5-3)
• Approved Enchanted Forest event on Oct 19, 2024, contingent on permits (8-0)
• Approved Ugly Sweater 5K on Dec 7, 2024, contingent on permits (8-0)
• Approved additional Pop Up Farmers Market date on Oct 5, 2024 (8-0)
• Approved Boathouse Repairs at Copeland Park West #5 (8-0)
• Approved final design of Upper Hixon Pump Track Expansion (8-0)
• Approved updated La Crosse Queen Lease (8-0)

Police and Fire Commission

The La Crosse Police and Fire Commission will appoint three police officers—Jeremiah Boardman, Nathan Wiste, and Hunter McClone—to regular status after probation. It will also appoint firefighter Brett Holden to regular status and promote firefighter Erin Miller to the rank of Engineer. The commission may hold a closed session to discuss employment and performance data related to these personnel actions.

• Appointment of Firefighter Brett Holden to regular status
• Promotion of Firefighter Erin Miller to Engineer
• Appointment of Officer Jeremiah Boardman to regular status
• Appointment of Officer Nathan Wiste to regular status
• Appointment of Officer Hunter McClone to regular status

The Police and Fire Commission approved personnel actions, including promoting Firefighter Erin Miller to Engineer and appointing Firefighter Brett Holden to regular status. Three police officers were appointed to regular status after probation. All motions passed unanimously, with one abstention on the August minutes.

• Approved September Fire Personnel Report (unanimous)
• Appointed Firefighter Brett Holden to regular status (unanimous)
• Promoted Firefighter Erin Miller to Engineer (unanimous)
• Approved September Police Personnel Report (unanimous)
• Appointed Officers Jeremiah Boardman, Nathan Wiste, Hunter McClone to regular status (unanimous)
• Approved August 21, 2024 minutes (unanimous, Nasif abstaining)

La Crosse Center Board

The La Crosse Center Board will meet to discuss technology upgrades for Council Chambers and review financial statements for July and August 2024. The agenda includes updates on sales, events, marketing, and building operations.

• Approval of minutes
• Review of Council Chambers technology
• Approval of liquor expenses
• Updates regarding financials
• Updates regarding sales & events

The La Crosse Center Board approved a request for liquor expenses (item 24-1212) by voice vote. All other agenda items were informational updates or discussions with no action taken. The board also approved the meeting minutes.

• Approved liquor expenses request (24-1212) by voice vote
• Approved September 17, 2024 meeting minutes by voice vote

Board of Public Works

The La Crosse Board of Public Works will meet to decide on temporary street permits, public-right-of-way policies for Oktoberfest, and communications infrastructure requests. The board will also consider changes to City Hall parking designations.

• Extension of temporary street permit for 403 Jackson St.
• Public right-of-way policy for Oktoberfest Parades
• Charter Communications ROW requests near 3160 Airport Rd and Bennora Lee Ct.
• Metro Fibernet LLC ROW request along Moore St and Rublee St.
• Change to City Hall parking area designations

The Board of Public Works approved all six agenda items unanimously. These included extending a temporary street privilege permit for 403 Jackson St., adopting a public right-of-way policy for Oktoberfest parades, approving three communications permits for Charter Communications and Metro Fibernet, and changing the designation of certain City Hall parking areas. The minutes from September 9, 2024, were also approved with a condition to update item 24-1184.

• Approved minutes from September 9, 2024, with condition to update item 24-1184 (5-0)
• Approved temporary street privilege permit extension for 403 Jackson St. (5-0)
• Approved public right-of-way policy for Oktoberfest parades (5-0)
• Approved Charter Communications SPP request near 3160 Airport Rd. (5-0)
• Approved Charter Communications SPP request near Bennora Lee Ct. (5-0)
• Approved Metro Fibernet SPP request on Moore St. and Rublee St. (5-0)
• Approved change of designation for certain City Hall parking areas (5-0)

Aviation Board

The Aviation Board will meet to hold an open discussion on item 24-1251. The board will also receive updates regarding airport statistics, projects, operations, marketing, air service, and Ft. McCoy.

• Open discussion on item 24-1251
• Review of airport statistics and operations update (24-1247)

The Aviation Board meeting was largely procedural. Members approved the minutes from the July 15 meeting. Two agenda items were listed but generated no discussion, and no other decisions were made.

• Approved minutes of July 15 meeting (motion by Duresky, seconded by Hokanson)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will meet to discuss an amendment to Board Procedures. The board will also hear a variance appeal regarding a property setback requirement.

• Amendment to Board Procedures (24-1036)
• Variance appeal for side yard setback of 4 feet, 6 inches at 318 19th St. S. (2689)

The Board of Zoning Appeals denied a variance request for a ramp landing at 318 19th St. S. that encroached into the required side-yard setback. The denial was based on findings that the hardship was self-created and granting it would harm public interest. The board also approved amendments to its procedures, including both red and blue text changes.

• Approved red text amendments to Board Procedures (5-0)
• Approved blue text amendments to Board Procedures (5-0)
• Denied variance for ramp landing at 318 19th St. S. (5-0)

Employee Benefit Trust Fund Committee

The Employee Benefit Trust Fund Committee will meet to discuss a specific insurance contract. The primary focus of the meeting is the consideration of a stop loss insurance agreement.

• Consideration of stop loss insurance contract with Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield (Item 24-1250)

The Employee Benefit Trust Fund Committee approved a stop-loss insurance renewal contract with Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield for January 1 through December 31, 2025. The meeting was brief, lasting five minutes, and no other substantive decisions were made. Minutes from the previous meeting were not yet prepared, so no action was taken on them.

• Approved stop-loss insurance renewal contract with Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield for 2025 (unanimous)

Common Council

The La Crosse Common Council will adopt a contract awarding Poellinger Electric, Inc. $69,846 for the Pettibone Park lighting project. It will also adopt several ordinances that rezone properties for multi‑family townhomes on Division Street, combine parcels at 1202 Bennett Street, and permit residential rental units at 510 9th Street South. Additional resolutions include a water and sewer connection agreement for 1612 Nakomis Avenue and other finance and housing actions.

• Award contract to Poellinger Electric, Inc. for $69,846 to install lighting at Pettibone Park (24-1076).
• Ordinance to rezone 918‑940 Division Street for multi‑family townhomes (24-1105).
• Ordinance to combine 1202 Bennett Street with adjacent parcel for single‑family use (24-1085).
• Ordinance to rezone 510 9th Street South for residential rentals and community space (24-1089).
• Resolution approving water and sewer connection for 1612 Nakomis Avenue (24-1178).

The Common Council approved a $69,846 contract with Poellinger Electric for the Pettibone Park lighting project and rejected bids for Carroll Park improvements and Badger-Hickey Park shelter. It also adopted a resolution denying a liquor license for Sushi Pirate and approved a zoning change for townhomes on Division Street. Funding for wetland cleanup and security was split and approved separately.

• Approved $69,846 contract to Poellinger Electric for Pettibone Park lighting (12-0)
• Rejected bids for 2024 Carroll Park Improvements Re-Bid (12-0)
• Rejected bids for 2024 Badger-Hickey Park Shelter project (12-0)
• Denied Sushi Pirate's Class B beer/liquor license at 212 Main St. (12-0)
• Adopted zoning change for townhomes at 918-940 Division St. (11-1)
• Approved up to $75,000 for wetland cleanup (12-0)
• Approved up to $195,000 for public space security (9-3)
• Approved $7 for Pump House Regional Arts Center restroom funds (7-5)

Floodplain Advisory Committee

The Floodplain Advisory Committee will consider two Floodplain Relief Grant applications for properties at 1806 Caledonia Street and 2730 Hamilton Street. It will also review revisions to the Floodplain Relief Program, a possible reallocation of program funds, and receive updates on the levee and ordinance. Additional topics include job responsibilities for the Floodplain Manager, floodplain compliance issues, and future agenda items.

• Consider Floodplain Relief Grant application for 1806 Caledonia St.
• Consider Floodplain Relief Grant application for 2730 Hamilton St.
• Consider revisions to Floodplain Relief Program application.
• Consider reallocation of Floodplain Relief Program funds.
• Levee update and discussion of Floodplain Ordinance update.

The Floodplain Advisory Committee approved a $40,000 Floodplain Relief Grant for 1806 Caledonia St., approved reimbursement of an Elevation Certificate for 2730 Hamilton St., and referred the rest of that application. They also approved removing the Letter of Map Revision requirement from the Floodplain Relief Program application. No action was taken on fund reallocation, levee updates, ordinance updates, or job responsibilities.

• Approved $40,000 Floodplain Relief Grant for 1806 Caledonia St. (unanimous)
• Approved reimbursement of Elevation Certificate for 2730 Hamilton St. (unanimous)
• Referred rest of 2730 Hamilton St. application (unanimous)
• Approved removing Letter of Map Revision requirement from Floodplain Relief Program application (unanimous)

Employee Benefit Trust Fund Committee

The Employee Benefit Trust Fund Committee is meeting to discuss the City health plan for 2025. The session includes standard procedural items such as roll call and approval of minutes.

• Discussion on City Health Plan for 2025 (Item 24-1225)

The Employee Benefit Trust Fund Committee approved four modifications to the 2025 City health plan, including changes to pre-certification requirements and prescription coverage. The committee also requested that the Board of Estimates review a proposed 21.2% premium increase before October 7 to guide upcoming open enrollment.

• Approved 2025 health plan changes (4-0)
• Requested Board of Estimates review of 21.2% premium increase

Committee for Citizens with Disabilities

The Committee for Citizens with Disabilities is meeting to discuss accessibility evaluations of City-owned buildings. The body will also review highlights from a Public Right-of-Way Accessibility Guidelines workshop and discuss public communication regarding disability issues.

• Public Right-of-Way Accessibility Guidelines (PROWAG) workshop highlights
• Update on accessibility evaluation of City-owned buildings by Benesch
• Discussion on communicating disability-related issues, concerns, and events to the public

Executive Committee

The La Crosse Executive Committee will meet on September 12, 2024. Council members will discuss agenda item 24-0708, which concerns the City Administrator position and any possible action related to it. The meeting will include a call to order, roll call, and adjournment.

• Discussion and possible action on City Administrator position (Item 24-0708)

The Executive Committee met on September 12, 2024, to discuss the City Administrator position. The committee voted to refer the matter to the full City Council without a formal recommendation.

• Referred City Administrator position to Council with no recommendation (5-0)

Housing Authority of the City of La Crosse

The Housing Authority of the City of La Crosse will meet to review administrative and financial reports. The body is scheduled to decide on Fair Market Rents for FY 2025 and review bids for smoke alarm upgrades.

• Review and approval of FY 2025 Fair Market Rents (Item 24-1221)
• Review and approval of bids for Project #24034 La Crosse Housing Authority 2024 Smoke Alarm Upgrades (Item 24-1222)

The Housing Authority approved bills totaling $578,335.64 and accepted a $172,028.00 bid from Braund Building Center for the 2024 Smoke Alarm Upgrades project. It also approved FY 2025 fair market rent payment standards at 110% for Section 8 and 100% for Public Housing and VASH. The annual meeting item was tabled to October.

• Approved regular meeting minutes of August 14, 2024
• Approved bills totaling $578,335.64 (2-0)
• Approved FY 2025 fair market rents at 110% for Section 8, 100% for Public Housing and VASH
• Accepted Braund Building Center bid of $172,028.00 for smoke alarm upgrades
• Tabled annual meeting agenda item to October

Climate Action Plan Steering Committee

The Climate Action Plan Steering Committee will meet to discuss and select applications for the Youth Climate Action Fund. The meeting is open to the public and accessible via Zoom or phone.

• Discussion on Youth Climate Action Fund application and selection (24-1126)
• Review of Scoring Rubric for applications

The Climate Action Plan Steering Committee approved a new application from Hannah Kompas and Kaitlyn Weihe for the Youth Climate Action Fund. The motion was made by Hanna, seconded by Lenard, and carried by voice vote. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved Youth Climate Action Fund application from Hannah Kompas and Kaitlyn Weihe (voice vote)

Council Planning Meeting

The Council Planning Meeting will feature a presentation from the Planning, Development & Assessment Department. The discussion focuses on the city's role in housing and associated programs.

• Presentation by Planning, Development & Assessment Department regarding city housing programs (Item 24-1196)

The La Crosse Council Planning Meeting on September 10, 2024, consisted solely of a presentation by the Planning, Development & Assessment Department on the City's role in housing and related programs. No substantive decisions were made; the only action was unanimous consent to adjourn.

• Adjourned meeting by unanimous consent

Floodplain Advisory Committee

The September 10, 2024 Floodplain Advisory Committee meeting was canceled because a quorum was not present. No agenda items were considered or decided. The agenda listed items such as a floodplain relief grant application for 1806 Caledonia St., program revisions, fund reallocation, levee update, ordinance update, and staff responsibilities.

• Consideration of Floodplain Relief Grant application for 1806 Caledonia St.
• Discussion of Floodplain Relief Program application revisions
• Discussion of reallocation of Floodplain Relief Program funds
• Levee update
• Discussion of Floodplain Ordinance update

Library Board

The La Crosse Public Library Board will elect a Vice President, approve minutes from the August 13, 2024 meeting and the Committee of the Whole’s September meeting (which did not occur), and approve the August 2024 bills and financial reports. The Director’s report will include approval of a Business Services Supervisor position and updates on operations, programming, and the 2025 city operating budget process. In a closed session, the board will consider the library’s organizational structure for 2025 and draft job descriptions for leadership positions.

• Officer election – Vice President
• Approval of minutes from the August 13, 2024 regular board meeting
• Approval of August 2024 bills and financial reports
• Approval of Business Services Supervisor position (formerly Business Services Manager)
• Closed‑session consideration of 2025 organizational structure and draft leadership job descriptions

The Library Board approved the 2025 organizational structure and manager job descriptions after a closed session. They also approved a one-week training overlap and reclassification of the Business Services Manager position to Supervisor at Grade 11. Minutes from August 13, 2024 were approved with a correction, and August 2024 bills and financial reports were approved.

• Approved 2025 organizational structure (unanimous)
• Approved Manager job descriptions (unanimous)
• Approved reclassification of Business Services Manager to Supervisor at Grade 11 with one-week overlap (unanimous)
• Approved August 2024 bills and financial reports (unanimous)
• Approved August 13, 2024 minutes with correction (unanimous)
• Reappointed Kathy Ivey as Vice President (unanimous)

Bicycle-Pedestrian Advisory Committee

The Bicycle-Pedestrian Advisory Committee will meet to review priority projects for the 2024 Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan. The agenda also includes presentations on safe routes to school and bike registration.

• Safe Routes to School overview and presentation
• Bike registration and theft prevention presentation
• Discussion on priority projects and implementation of the 2024 Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan
• Updates on Bike Rodeo and Bike Friendly Community survey

The committee approved the minutes from their August 13, 2024, meeting. Members also received presentations on the Safe Routes to School program and the Garage 529 bike theft prevention database, and discussed priorities for the 2024 Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan.

• Approved August 13, 2024, meeting minutes (unanimous)

Redevelopment Authority

The Redevelopment Authority is meeting to review a request from the La Crosse Skyrockers. The body will discuss the launch of fireworks from a path at the River Point District for Oktoberfest.

• Request 24-1188 from La Crosse Skyrockers to launch fireworks at River Point District

The La Crosse Redevelopment Authority approved a request from La Crosse Skyrockers to launch fireworks from a path at River Point District for Oktoberfest. The motion was made by Sigman, seconded by Janssen, and carried by voice vote. The meeting also approved the minutes from the August 22, 2024 meeting.

• Approved La Crosse Skyrockers fireworks launch from River Point District path for Oktoberfest (voice vote)
• Approved minutes of August 22, 2024 meeting (voice vote)

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works is meeting to review construction contract final payments and a bidder's proof of responsibility. The board will also consider a street privilege permit and receive a utility update.

• Construction Contract Final Payments (24-1184)
• Street privilege permit request from Craigs Towing for fencing at 410 Wood St. (24-1191)
• Water Utility department update on Grandad Reservoir (24-1192)
• Bidder's Proof of Responsibility (24-1197)

The Board of Public Works approved the minutes from September 3, 2024, and unanimously approved a bidder's proof of responsibility (item 24-1197). It approved the first attachment for construction contract final payments (24-1184) and referred the second attachment for 21st Street to September 16, 2024. A street privilege permit for fencing at 410 Wood St. was approved (24-1191), and no action was taken on the Grandad Reservoir update (24-1192).

• Approved minutes from September 3, 2024 (unanimous)
• Approved bidder's proof of responsibility, item 24-1197 (unanimous)
• Approved first attachment for construction contract final payments, item 24-1184 (unanimous)
• Referred second attachment for 21st Street final payments to September 16, 2024 (unanimous)
• Approved street privilege permit for fencing at 410 Wood St., item 24-1191 (unanimous)
• No action taken on Grandad Reservoir update, item 24-1192

Climate Action Plan Steering Committee

The Climate Action Plan Steering Committee is meeting to review working group and outreach updates. Members will discuss the application and selection process for the Youth Climate Action Fund. The committee will also review a request for grant services for an EPA Community Change grant application with Habitat for Humanity.

• Discussion on Youth Climate Action Fund application and selection
• Request for grant services for EPA Community Change grant application with Habitat for Humanity
• Renew the Block progress update
• Outreach and engagement update

The Climate Action Plan Steering Committee met and discussed working group updates, outreach efforts, and grant applications. No formal votes were taken on substantive items; the only action was approving the previous meeting's minutes. A vote on the Youth Climate Action Fund application was postponed after a member recused, leaving no quorum.

• Approved previous meeting minutes (voice vote)
• Postponed Youth Climate Action Fund selection due to lost quorum

Board of Estimates

The Board of Estimates will meet to review department budget overviews. The session includes a discussion of the 2025 operating budget and any necessary budget changes.

• Discussion of 2025 Operating Budget (Item 24-0826)

Commercial/Multi-Family Design Review Committee

The Commercial/Multi-Family Design Review Committee will review preliminary architectural and civil plans for a building at 800 East Ave N, known as the Myrick Park Utility Station. The meeting is held virtually via Zoom at 9:00 AM on September 6, 2024.

• Review of preliminary architectural plans for 800 East Ave N (Myrick Park Utility Station)
• Review of preliminary civil plans for 800 East Ave N

Board of Estimates

The La Crosse Board of Estimates will review the 2025 operating budget and approve minutes from a prior meeting. The session is open for in-person attendance and video viewing.

• Approval of October 9, 2023 meeting minutes
• Discussion of 2025 Operating Budget (Item 24-0826)

The Board of Estimates met to discuss the 2025 operating budget, but took no formal action. The board approved the minutes from the October 9, 2023 meeting unanimously. The meeting adjourned at 5:34 p.m.

• Approved minutes of October 9, 2023 (unanimous)
• Held discussion on 2025 operating budget (no action taken)

Finance & Personnel Committee

The Finance & Personnel Committee is reviewing several resolutions related to infrastructure projects and city funding. The body will discuss agreements for roadwork, traffic signals, and facility upgrades, as well as a collective bargaining update.

• Reconstruction of Green Bay Street from 9th Street South to 14th Street South
• Citywide Traffic Implementation utilizing the Signal and ITS Standalone Program
• Additional funds for Pump House Regional Arts Center restroom expansion and upgrade
• Water and sewer connection agreement for 1612 Nakomis Avenue
• Paramedic Transport Pay MOU with International Association of Firefighters, Local #127

The Finance & Personnel Committee voted unanimously to recommend several resolutions to the Common Council, including authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to sign a State/Municipal Financial Agreement for the reconstruction of Green Bay Street from 9th Street South to 14th Street South. The committee also recommended adoption of agreements for citywide traffic signal implementation, workers' compensation claim services, wetland cleanup and security funding, additional funds for the Pump House Regional Arts Center, a paramedic transport pay MOU, a water/sewer connection for 1612 Nakomis Avenue, and a borrowing reimbursement declaration for lift station projects. Two resolutions passed with one dissenting vote each: the wetland cleanup/security allocation (5-1, Schwarz no) and the Pump House funding (5-1, Janssen no). No action was taken on the collective bargaining update.

• Recommended receiving and filing 2023 financial statements with auditor's report (6-0)
• Recommended adopting Green Bay Street reconstruction agreement resolution (6-0)
• Recommended adopting citywide traffic signal implementation agreement resolution (6-0)
• Recommended adopting WMMIC workers' compensation claim services agreement (6-0)
• Recommended adopting wetland cleanup and public space security funding resolution (5-1)
• Recommended adopting additional Pump House Regional Arts Center funding resolution (5-1)
• Recommended adopting Short Notice Paramedic Transport Pay MOU with Firefighters Local #127 (6-0)
• Recommended adopting water/sewer connection agreement for 1612 Nakomis Avenue (6-0)

Common Council

The Common Council will review the City’s ongoing class action lawsuit against manufacturers of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAs). Council members may discuss possible next steps, including legal strategy. The discussion could be held in closed session with legal counsel before returning to open session.

• Agenda Item 24-1109: Status and possible action on the City of La Crosse class action lawsuit against PFAs manufacturers

The Common Council convened in closed session to confer with legal counsel regarding the city's class action lawsuit against PFAS manufacturers. No substantive decisions were made in open session; the meeting adjourned directly from closed session.

• Motion to convene in closed session under Wis. Stat. 19.85(1)(g) to confer with legal counsel on PFAS lawsuit (unanimous)

Finance & Personnel Committee

The Finance & Personnel Committee will discuss the ongoing class action lawsuit against PFAS manufacturers and may take action. The meeting is open to the public in person or via video conference.

• Status and possible action on City of La Crosse class action lawsuit against PFAS manufacturers (24-1109)

The Finance & Personnel Committee took no substantive action on the City of La Crosse's class action lawsuit against PFAS manufacturers. Members voted unanimously to refer the status update to a Special Common Council meeting with no recommendation. The meeting lasted one minute.

• Referred PFAS lawsuit status update to Special Common Council meeting with no recommendation (6-0)

Neighborhood Revitalization Commission

The Neighborhood Revitalization Commission will meet to discuss and potentially decide on parking deregulation options. The meeting will include approval of minutes from the August 7, 2024 session and a discussion on parking policy changes.

• Discussion and Action on Parking Deregulation Options (24-1180)
• Approval of August 7, 2024 meeting minutes

The Neighborhood Revitalization Commission voted 6-0 with one abstention to recommend eliminating all off-street parking requirements for residential uses (option 1) and directed staff to draft an ordinance for the Council cycle. The recommendation follows discussions about housing shortages and changing car relationships. The motion was made by Kratt and seconded by Stanton.

• Approved minutes of August 7, 2024 meeting (voice vote)
• Recommended eliminating all off-street parking requirements for residential uses (6-0, 1 abstention)
• Directed staff to draft ordinance and put it forward through Council cycle

Judiciary & Administration Committee

The Judiciary & Administration Committee will hold an appeal hearing for Sughra Group of Companies LLC dba Sushi Pirate regarding its application for a Combination "Class B" beer and liquor license at 212 Main St. for the 2024-2025 period. The committee may convene in closed session to deliberate the decision before reconvening in open session. The meeting also includes standard roll call and adjournment.

• Appeal hearing for Sushi Pirate's Class B beer and liquor license at 212 Main St.
• Potential closed‑session deliberation per Wis. Stats. sec. 19.85(1)(a)

The Judiciary & Administration Committee voted 4-0 (with one abstention and one recusal) to recommend that the Common Council deny Sushi Pirate's application for a Class B beer and liquor license at 212 Main St. The denial is based on the applicant's lack of a server training course and pending charges, with the option to reapply after the criminal case is resolved. The recommendation will go to the Common Council on September 12, 2024.

• Recommended denial of Sushi Pirate's Class B beer and liquor license (4-0, 1 abstention, 1 recusal)
• Convened in closed session to deliberate the license decision (unanimous)
• Reconvened in open session (unanimous consent)

Judiciary & Administration Committee

The Judiciary & Administration Committee will hold public hearings on several zoning amendments and a conditional use permit. The body is also considering the adoption of the La Crosse 2024 Housing Study and various license applications.

• Resolution adopting the La Crosse 2024 Housing Study
• Proposed zoning change for residential rental units and community space at 510 9th Street S.
• Proposed zoning change for multi-family townhomes at 918-940 Division Street
• Conditional Use Permit for Community Living Arrangement at 3501-3509 Park Lane Dr. & 2851 33rd St. S.
• Alcohol Beverage License expansion for Bennett O'Riley's South La Crosse at 4329 Mormon Coulee Road

The Judiciary & Administration Committee voted to recommend several property rezoning requests, conditional use permits, and alcohol license expansions to the Common Council. The committee also recommended adoption of the La Crosse 2024 Housing Study and various municipal licenses.

• Recommended Certified Survey Map for River Point District to Common Council (6-0)
• Recommended rezoning at 1202 Bennett Street to Common Council (6-0)
• Recommended rezoning at 510 9th Street S. for residential rental units and community service space to Common Council (6-0)
• Recommended rezoning at 918-940 Division Street for multi-family townhomes to Common Council (4-1-1)
• Recommended Conditional Use Permit for Community Living Arrangement at Park Lane Dr. and 33rd St. S. to Common Council (6-0)
• Recommended alcohol license expansion for Bennett O'Riley's South La Crosse for October 4-5, 2024 to Common Council (6-0)
• Recommended various municipal license applications for 2024-2025 to Common Council (6-0)
• Recommended adoption of the La Crosse 2024 Housing Study to Common Council (6-0)

Board of Public Works

The La Crosse Board of Public Works will review several items, including a finding and order to establish two‑hour parking on the north side of the 1500 block of Main Street. The board will also consider a bidder's proof of responsibility, final payments and change orders for construction contracts, and a request to keep roof drains connected to the sanitary system at 108‑116 9th St N. Decisions will be made on these agenda items during the September 3, 2024 meeting.

• 24-0936 – Review of bidder's proof of responsibility
• 24-1167 – Finding and order to establish 2‑hour parking on the north side of the 1500 block of Main Street
• 24-1168 – Approval of final payments for construction contracts
• 24-1169 – Approval of change orders for construction contracts
• 24-1179 – Request to keep roof drains at 108‑116 9th St N connected to sanitary system

The Board of Public Works approved a finding and order establishing 2-hour parking on the north side of the 1500 block of Main Street. It also approved final payments and change orders for construction contracts, and granted a request to keep roof drains connected to the sanitary sewer at 108-116 9th St N. No action was taken on a bidder's proof of responsibility item.

• Approved 2-hour parking on north side of 1500 block of Main St (4-0)
• Approved construction contract final payments (4-0)
• Approved construction contract change orders (4-0)
• Approved request to keep roof drains connected to sanitary at 108-116 9th St N (4-0)
• No action taken on bidder's proof of responsibility (24-0936)

City Plan Commission

The La Crosse City Plan Commission will decide on four rezoning ordinances and one certified survey map at this meeting. The items cover residential and mixed-use proposals at sites on Bennett Street, 9th Street S, Division Street, and Park Lane Dr./33rd St. S, plus a right-of-way dedication for Outlot 7 of the River Point District.

• Certified Survey Map for Outlot 7 of River Point District with right-of-way dedication
• Rezoning 1202 Bennett St. from Residence to Single Family Residence District
• Rezoning 510 9th St. S from Public/Semi-Public to Planned Development District for rental units and community space
• Rezoning six parcels on Division St. from Washburn Residential & Public/Semi-Public to Multiple Dwelling District for townhomes
• Conditional Use Permit for Hillview Health Care Center Community Living Arrangement at 3501–3509 Park Lane Dr. & 2851 33rd St. S

The City Plan Commission approved all five agenda items, including a rezoning to allow multi-family townhomes at 918-940 Division Street (6-1), a rezoning for residential rental units at 510 9th Street S, and a conditional use permit for a community living arrangement at Hillview Health Care Center. It also approved a certified survey map for River Point District and a rezoning at 1202 Bennett Street. All other items passed 7-0.

• Approved Certified Survey Map for River Point District and right-of-way dedication (7-0)
• Approved rezoning at 1202 Bennett Street to Single Family Residence District (7-0)
• Approved rezoning at 510 9th Street S to Planned Development District for residential rental units (7-0)
• Approved rezoning at 918-940 Division Street to Multiple Dwelling District for townhomes (6-1, Kahlow no)
• Approved conditional use permit for Hillview Health Care Center community living arrangement (7-0)

Commercial/Multi-Family Design Review Committee

The Commercial/Multi-Family Design Review Committee will examine the submitted plans for The Lofts project on Lot 8 (parcel 17‑20400‑80) located in the River Point District. The review includes the final site plan, final photometric plan, and preliminary design documents dated July 12 2024. The committee will consider whether to grant state permission to start construction.

• Review of The Lofts development plans (Lot 8, 17‑20400‑80) in the River Point District
• Consideration of state permission to start construction for The Lofts

Employee Benefit Trust Fund Committee

The Employee Benefit Trust Fund Committee is meeting to discuss the City health plan with USI. The meeting also includes standard procedural items such as roll call and approval of minutes.

• Discussion of City Health Plan with USI (Item 24-1175)

The Employee Benefit Trust Fund Committee recommended offering a high deductible health plan (HDHP) with a Health Savings Account (HSA) option to employees, increasing deductibles, out-of-pocket maximums, and co-pays, and approved a 21.2% group premium increase. These are recommendations, not final decisions, pending further approval.

• Recommended offering HDHP with HSA option to employees
• Recommended increasing deductible, out-of-pocket maximum, and co-pays
• Previously approved changes to prescription drug plan to lower costs
• Recommended group increase of 21.2%

Economic and Community Development Commission

The Economic and Community Development Commission will consider an updated development plan for the former South Community Library submitted by Willow Grove LLC. It will also discuss potential action on a rehabilitation loan for Client #30503. Additionally, the commission will review possible changes to the Rehabilitation Loan Program Guidelines.

• Consideration of updated development plan for the former South Community Library (Willow Grove LLC)
• Potential action on Rehabilitation Loan for Client #30503
• Possible action on Rehabilitation Loan Program Guidelines

The Economic and Community Development Commission unanimously approved an updated development plan for the former South Community Library from Willow Grove LLC. It also approved a staff recommendation for Rehab Loan Client #30503 and updated Rehab Loan Program Guidelines. All votes were unanimous voice votes.

• Approved updated development plan for former South Community Library from Willow Grove LLC (unanimous)
• Approved staff recommendation for Rehab Loan Client #30503 (unanimous)
• Approved Rehab Loan Program Guidelines update (unanimous)

City of La Crosse Diversity Equity Inclusion Team

The City of La Crosse Diversity Equity Inclusion Team will meet to approve the minutes from its June 26, 2024 meeting, elect a chair, and discuss responses to an Ambassador email. No formal decisions beyond the discussion are indicated.

• Approve minutes from June 26, 2024
• Elect chair of the Diversity Equity Inclusion Team
• Discuss Ambassador email responses

Building and Housing Appeals Board

The Building and Housing Appeals Board will consider a request for a variance to municipal ordinance Section 103‑334(4) to allow a ceiling‑height difference. It will also discuss downtown fire limits.

• 24-1134 – variance request for ceiling‑height difference under Ordinance §103‑334(4)
• 24-1135 – discussion on downtown fire limits

The Building and Housing Appeals Board approved a variance to allow a ceiling height of less than 7 feet for a property, as per submitted plans. The board also discussed downtown fire limits but took no action. The meeting was adjourned after the two agenda items.

• Approved variance to allow ceiling height less than 7' per plans (unanimous)
• Discussed downtown fire limits Municipal Code (no motion)

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will consider approving the design and locations for signs for the Hear, Here North project. The board will also review a stormwater quality management plan update and bid documentation for a construction contract.

• Approval of sign design and locations for Hear, Here North Project
• Stormwater Quality Management Plan Update
• Bidder's Proof of Responsibility
• Construction Contract Change Orders

The Board of Public Works approved construction contract change orders and the sign design/locations for the Hear, Here North Project. Two other agenda items were discussed but no action was taken. Mayor Reynolds was excused.

• Approved construction contract change orders (4-0, Reynolds excused)
• Approved sign design and locations for Hear, Here North Project (4-0, Reynolds excused)

Commercial/Multi-Family Design Review Committee

The Commercial/Multi-Family Design Review Committee will review development plans for two commercial sites. The committee is evaluating architectural, civil, and lighting plans for these projects.

• Review of plans for Starbucks at 3710 State Rd 16
• Review of plans for improvements to WTC Campus at 405 8th Street N

Redevelopment Authority

The La Crosse Redevelopment Authority will consider several items, including a resolution to sell authority‑owned property to RyKey Properties. It will also review an extension to an option‑to‑purchase agreement with 360 Real Estate Solutions for outlot 5 and lot 13, and a construction access agreement with RyKey for Lot 8. Additional agenda items are compliance reports for the Driftless Apartments, Riverside and War Eagle projects, a River Point District project management report, and the August financial report.

• Resolution 24-1141: approve sale of Redevelopment Authority property to RyKey Properties
• Item 24-1158: consider 12‑month extension to option‑to‑purchase agreement with 360 Real Estate Solutions 5, LLC for outlot 5 and lot 13
• Item 24-1142: consider construction access agreement with RyKey Properties for Lot 8
• Item 24-1057: review annual development agreement compliance reports for Driftless Apartments, Riverside, and War Eagle
• Item 24-1149: review Project Management Report for River Point District (August 2024)

The Redevelopment Authority approved the annual compliance report for Driftless Apartments, Riverside, and War Eagle, and approved a 12-month extension to the option to purchase agreement with 360 Real Estate Solutions 5, LLC. The board also adopted a resolution approving the sale of property to RyKey Properties and approved a construction access agreement with RyKey Properties for Lot 8. All motions passed by voice vote with no recorded opposition.

• Approved Annual Development Agreement Compliance Report for Driftless Apartments, Riverside, and War Eagle
• Approved 12-month extension to Option to Purchase Agreement with 360 Real Estate Solutions 5, LLC
• Adopted resolution approving sale of property to RyKey Properties
• Approved Construction Access Agreement with RyKey Properties for Lot 8

Police and Fire Commission

The Police and Fire Commission will meet to approve minutes from the July 17 meeting and discuss personnel reports for police and fire departments. The most consequential item is a proposed promotion of Captain Daniel Kloss to Assistant Chief effective April 1, 2025.

• Promotion of Captain Daniel Kloss to Assistant Chief (effective April 1, 2025)
• Approval of minutes from July 17, 2024 meeting

The Police and Fire Commission unanimously approved the promotion of Captain Daniel Kloss to Assistant Chief, effective April 1, 2025. The commission also accepted and filed the August 2024 Police and Fire Personnel Reports and approved the minutes from the July 17, 2024 meeting. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved promotion of Captain Daniel Kloss to Assistant Chief effective April 1, 2025 (unanimous)
• Accepted and filed August 2024 Police Personnel Report (unanimous)
• Accepted and filed August 2024 Fire Personnel Report (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of July 17, 2024 meeting (unanimous)

Municipal Transit Utility Board

The Municipal Transit Utility Board will review and likely approve two agreements for the 2024–2025 academic year, providing UPASS transit passes to students at Viterbo University and Western Technical College. These contracts cover fall 2024 and spring 2025 semesters.

• 24-1146 Viterbo University Fall 2024/Spring 2025 MTU UPASS Agreement
• 24-1147 Western Technical College Fall 2024/Spring 2025 MTU UPASS Agreement

The Municipal Transit Utility Board approved two university transit pass agreements for the 2024-2025 academic year. Both motions passed unanimously. The board also received project updates on new buses and other transit initiatives, but took no other formal action.

• Approved Viterbo University Fall 2024/Spring 2025 MTU U-Pass agreement (unanimous)
• Approved Western Technical College Fall 2024/Spring 2025 MTU U-Pass agreement (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of previous meeting (unanimous)

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will consider various infrastructure requests, including street vacations and occupancy permits. The meeting includes a review of a pipeline license dispute with Burlington Northern Santa Fe Railroad, which may involve a closed session with legal counsel.

• Partial vacation of Chestnut Place
• Vacation of Two Hour Parking Zone on the 2500 block of Shelby Road
• MOU with WisDOT for design and survey on STH 16 from 7th Street to 11th Street
• Revocable Occupancy Permits for Habitat for Humanity ReNew the Block project on Avon Street
• Charter Communications ROW request near 3160 airport Rd

The Board of Public Works unanimously approved all eight agenda items, including the annual development agreement compliance report, a subcontractor addition, partial vacation of Chestnut Place, construction change orders, vacating a parking zone, a WisDOT MOU, a Charter Communications request, and Habitat for Humanity permits. The board also convened in closed session to discuss a pipeline license dispute with BNSF Railway.

• Approved annual development agreement compliance report for Gundersen, Kwik Trip, & Riverside Center (5-0)
• Approved subcontractor addition to Downtown Streetscaping & Tree Planting project (5-0)
• Approved partial vacation of Chestnut Place (5-0)
• Approved construction contract change orders (5-0)
• Approved vacating two-hour parking zone on 2500 block of Shelby Road (5-0)
• Approved MOU with WisDOT for STH 16 design/survey from 7th to 11th Street (5-0)
• Approved Charter Communications SPP request near 3160 Airport Rd (5-0)
• Approved revocable occupancy permits for Habitat for Humanity ReNew the Block (5-0)

Joint Board of Harbor Commissioners

The Joint Board of Harbor Commissioners will hear an update on activities of the Wisconsin Department of Transportation and a status report on the Port Master Plan. No decisions or actions are listed for this meeting.

• 24-1127 – Update on Wisconsin Department of Transportation
• 24-1128 – Update on the Port Master Plan

The Joint Board of Harbor Commissioners met and approved the minutes from the June meeting. They received updates on the Wisconsin DOT and the Port Master Plan, but took no action on either item. The meeting adjourned at 5:20pm.

• Approved June meeting minutes (voice vote)
• No action taken on WI DOT update
• No action taken on Port Master Plan update

Board of Canvassers

The La Crosse Board of Canvassers will meet to process and count any provisional ballots cast in the August 13, 2024 partisan primary election. No other agenda items are listed. The meeting is scheduled for 4:05 PM on Friday, August 16, 2024, at City Hall.

• Process and tally provisional ballots for the August 13, 2024 partisan primary election

The Board of Canvassers met to process a provisional ballot from Ward 16. The ballot was rehabilitated, tallied, and added to the official results for Ward 16. The Board then completed and signed the Statement of the Municipal Board of Canvassers before adjourning.

• Rehabilitated provisional ballot from Ward 16
• Tallied and added provisional ballot votes to official Ward 16 results
• Completed and signed Statement of the Municipal Board of Canvassers

Board of Park Commissioners

The Board of Park Commissioners will decide on several event permits for 2024, including the Turkey Trot run/walk, Down Syndrome Awareness Walk, and Lueth Park’s 25th anniversary party. It will also vote on proposed 2025 rates for camping at Pettibone Resort, slip fees at municipal marinas, and boathouse license agreements. Updates on the Grandad Bluff Reservoir electric line and the Upper Hixon Pump Track Expansion concept design will be discussed.

• Approve Turkey Trot fundraiser at Marsh Trails on Nov 23, 2024
• Approve Down Syndrome Awareness Walk at Myrick Park Shelter on Oct 12, 2024
• Approve Lueth Park 25th anniversary party with goods sale on Sep 14, 2024
• Approve 2025 Pettibone Resort camping rates and rules
• Approve 2025 slip rates for Municipal Harbor, Copeland Park Marina, and Veterans Point Marina

The Board of Park Commissioners approved all agenda items, including the 2025 Pettibone Resort camping rates, rules, and regulations, and the concept design for the Upper Hixon Pump Track Expansion. It also approved several event permits and fee schedules. All votes were 6-0 except the Boathouse License Agreement fees, which passed 5-1.

• Approved Turkey Trot run/walk fundraiser at Marsh Trails on Nov 23, 2024 (6-0)
• Approved Down Syndrome Awareness Walk at Myrick Park Shelter on Oct 12, 2024 (6-0)
• Approved 25th Anniversary Party of Lueth Park with sale of goods on Sep 14, 2024 (6-0)
• Approved 2025 Pettibone Resort rates, rules, and regulations for camping (6-0)
• Approved concept design of Upper Hixon Pump Track Expansion (6-0)
• Approved resolution supporting grant funding for Urban Forestry Catastrophic Storm Grant Program (6-0)
• Approved 2025 slip rates for Municipal Harbor, Copeland Park Marina, and Veterans Point Marina (6-0)
• Approved 2025/2026 Boathouse License Agreement fees (5-1)

Finance & Personnel Committee

The Finance & Personnel Committee will decide on a resolution to remove a deed restriction for a property at 500 2nd St. S. The meeting is a special session held at City Hall and is open to in-person attendance with a video link available.

• Resolution 24-1132: Remove deed restriction on 500 2nd St. S.

The Finance & Personnel Committee met for a special meeting to review a resolution regarding a property deed restriction. The committee voted to recommend the resolution for adoption by the Common Council.

• Recommended adoption of Resolution 24-1132 to remove deed restriction at 500 2nd St. S. (5-0)

Common Council

The Common Council is holding a special meeting to discuss one specific resolution. The body will consider removing a deed restriction on a property located at 500 2nd St. S.

• Resolution 24-1132: removing deed restriction on property at 500 2nd St. S.

The Common Council voted unanimously to adopt Resolution 24-1132, removing a deed restriction on the property at 500 2nd St. S. The vote was 10-0, with two members excused. The meeting adjourned shortly after.

• Adopted Resolution 24-1132 removing deed restriction at 500 2nd St. S. (10-0, 2 excused)

Human Rights Commission

The La Crosse Human Rights Commission will receive monthly updates from REACH, the DEI Committee, and the Homelessness Coordinator. It will discuss outreach opportunities and the concept of housing as a human right. The commission will also consider adding "housing status" to the list of protected classes.

• Monthly updates from REACH, DEI Committee, and Homelessness Coordinator (Item 24-0079)
• Discussion on outreach opportunities (Item 24-0797)
• Discussion on housing as a human right (Item 22-1024)
• Discussion on adding "housing status" to protected classes (Item 23-1489)

The commission approved the previous meeting's minutes and received updates on the REACH Center, DEI Committee, and homelessness efforts. No formal decisions were made; discussions focused on outreach events and housing as a human right, including a recent council ban on camping.

• Approved meeting minutes (voice vote)

Housing Authority of the City of La Crosse

The Housing Authority of the City of La Crosse will meet to review administrative reports and financial documents. The body will consider bids for the 2024 year-end audit and review the 2023 audit report.

• Review and approval of Year-End 2024 Audit Bids (24-1129)
• Review of Year-End 2023 Audit Report
• Approval of bills

The Housing Authority of the City of La Crosse approved a $22,500 audit bid from Hawkins Ash CPAs, LLP for the year-end 2024 audit. They also approved bills totaling $353,937.87 and reviewed the 2023 audit report, which will be sent to HUD and the mayor. The meeting was routine with no major policy changes.

• Approved $22,500 audit bid from Hawkins Ash CPAs for 2024 (3-0)
• Approved bills totaling $353,937.87 (3-0)
• Approved July 10, 2024 meeting minutes
• Reviewed 2023 audit report; to be distributed to HUD and mayor

Library Board

The Library Board will meet to elect a Vice President and approve financial reports from July 2024. The board is scheduled to decide on the preliminary 2025 operating budget and the 2025 Winding Rivers System Resource Contract.

• Election of Vice President
• Approval of preliminary 2025 Operating Budget
• Approval of 2025 Winding Rivers System Resource Contract
• 2025 Capital Improvement Budget Update
• 2025 City Operating Budget Process

The Library Board approved the preliminary 2025 operating budget and the 2025 Winding Rivers System Resource Contract. The board also approved the July 2024 minutes and financial reports. No other substantive decisions were made; the vice president election was postponed to a future meeting.

• Approved preliminary 2025 operating budget (unanimous)
• Approved 2025 Winding Rivers System Resource Contract (unanimous)
• Approved July 2024 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved July 2024 bills and financial reports (unanimous)

Bicycle-Pedestrian Advisory Committee

The La Crosse Bicycle-Pedestrian Advisory Committee will discuss electric scooter regulations, priority projects from the 2024 Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan, and event ideas for a Week without Driving. The meeting is open to the public in person or online.

• Discussion on electric scooters (24-1118)
• Review of priority projects from the 2024 Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan (24-1119)
• Planning for Week without Driving event (24-1123)
• Updates on Bike Rodeo and Bike Friendly Community efforts (24-1120)

The Bicycle-Pedestrian Advisory Committee voted unanimously to co-sponsor the national Week without Driving (Sept 30-Oct 6) and formed a subcommittee to develop priority projects for the 2024 Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan. The committee also discussed electric scooters, pending legal review, and received updates on the Bike Rodeo and Bike Friendly Community renewal.

• Approved minutes from July 9, 2024 meeting (unanimous)
• Co-sponsored Week without Driving (unanimous)
• Formed subcommittee for priority projects (volunteers: Sleznikow, Longhurst, Van Maren, Duffer)

Climate Action Plan Steering Committee

The Climate Action Plan Steering Committee is meeting to discuss the application and selection process for the Youth Climate Action Fund. The body will also receive updates from working groups and on outreach and engagement efforts.

• Discussion on Youth Climate Action Fund application and selection (24-1126)
• Working Group Updates (24-0065)
• Outreach & Engagement Update (24-0067)

The committee approved grant applications for the Youth Climate Action Fund, funding the top-scoring project and asking three lower-scoring Habitat for Humanity applicants to develop a new proposal. The motion carried by voice vote. Other updates included working group progress on bike parking, material reuse, and tree equity, plus outreach efforts for the CAP Instagram and upcoming events.

• Approved Youth Climate Action Fund grant applications, except three lower-scoring Habitat for Humanity projects (voice vote)
• Directed three deferred applicants to develop a new proposal for remaining $2,200 in grant funds

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will decide on change orders for two ongoing construction projects and review multiple street privilege permit requests for utility and communications work. The meeting will also consider a no-parking zone change on Hass Street.

• Vote on change orders for Causeway Blvd Reconstruction and River Point District Phase 2 (S&U) with Chippewa Concrete Services
• Request for sidewalk width exemption on Cass St for Downtown Streetscaping & Tree Planting project
• Xcel Energy permit request for gas utilities near 400-500 blocks of Mississippi St
• Charter Communications permit requests for work near 2519 South Ave and Ramsey Pl/Gateway Ct
• Proposed no-parking zone on North Side of 2400-2500 blocks of Hass St

The Board of Public Works unanimously approved all agenda items, including construction contract change orders, a sidewalk width exemption for the Downtown Streetscaping & Tree Planting project, street privilege permits for Xcel Energy and Charter Communications, and a new no parking zone on Hass Street. All votes were 5-0.

• Approved construction contract change orders (5-0)
• Approved sidewalk width exemption on Cass St from 3rd St through 7th St for Downtown Streetscaping & Tree Planting (5-0)
• Approved Xcel Energy street privilege permit for gas utilities near 400-500 blocks of Mississippi St (5-0)
• Approved Charter Communications street privilege permit near 2519 South Ave (5-0)
• Approved Charter Communications street privilege permit near Ramsey Pl and Gateway Ct (5-0)
• Approved no parking zone on north side of 2400 and 2500 blocks of Hass Street (5-0)

Commercial/Multi-Family Design Review Committee

The Commercial/Multi-Family Design Review Committee will review the final design documents for the commercial development at 3960 Mormon Coulee Rd, known as 7 Brew Coffee. It will also consider the preliminary design narrative, architectural and civil plans for a 12‑unit multifamily development at the southwest corner of 10th and Division Streets. Decisions will focus on compliance with city design standards and any required easements.

• Review and approve final plans for 7 Brew Coffee at 3960 Mormon Coulee Rd
• Consider encroachment easement agreement and second amendment to the amended REA for the Mormon Coulee site
• Examine preliminary site design narrative for the 12‑unit multifamily project at SW corner of 10th & Division Streets
• Review preliminary architectural plan set for the 12‑unit multifamily development
• Review preliminary civil plan set for the 12‑unit multifamily development

Common Council

The Common Council will vote on the 2025-2029 Capital Improvement Program Budget and a resolution regarding camping on City properties. The body is also reviewing rezoning requests for professional office space and mixed-use buildings.

• Amended Resolution approving the 2025-2029 Capital Improvement Program Budget
• Ordinance to transfer property at 212 11th Street South to Traditional Neighborhood District - Specific for professional office space
• Resolution prohibiting camping on City properties
• Resolution authorizing 2024 Action Plan and funding for CDBG and HOME programs
• Resolution adopting the 2024 Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan

The Common Council adopted a resolution prohibiting camping on city properties and an amended ordinance banning camping on all city-owned property, both by 7-4 votes. The council also approved the 2025-2029 Capital Improvement Program budget with amendments moving Pine Street Corridor and Northside Pool to 2026, and rejected a bid report for the traffic signal interconnect project. Several other items were approved, referred, or denied as recorded.

• Adopted resolution prohibiting camping on City properties (7-4)
• Adopted amended ordinance banning camping on all city-owned property (7-4)
• Approved 2025-2029 Capital Improvement Program Budget as amended (11-1)
• Rejected bid report for 2024 Citywide Traffic Signal Interconnect project (12-0)
• Denied resolution removing parcel from 'no camping' designation (9-2)
• Approved CouleeCap rezoning re-filing for 212 11th St. S. (7-5)
• Referred ordinance for 212 11th Street South to November 2024 (8-4)
• Approved 2024 Action Plan for CDBG and HOME programs (11-1)

Committee for Citizens with Disabilities

The Committee for Citizens with Disabilities meets to discuss disability-related information on the city website and plans for sidewalk snow removal and future infill priorities. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Review of disability-related information on the City of La Crosse website
• Discussion of neighborhood collaboration for sidewalk snow removal
• Future sidewalk infill priorities and funding

The committee reviewed the city website's accessibility for screen readers and discussed potential volunteer programs for sidewalk snow removal. Members also noted a recent motion to remove a sidewalk infill project from the 2025-2029 CIP budget.

• Discussed website accessibility for screen readers; Communications Coordinator to work with committee on improvements
• Discussed 'Snow Angels' volunteer snow removal; Nylander and Mickelson to research alternative concepts
• Noted August 6 motion to remove sidewalk infill project CIP 936 from 2025-2029 CIP budget passed 4-2

Common Council

The Common Council is holding a special meeting to discuss a July 8 report. The discussion focuses on options for an interim overnight shelter.

• Review of report 24-1068 regarding interim overnight shelter options

The Common Council held a special meeting to review a July 8 report regarding options for an interim overnight shelter. No decisions were made on the item.

Judiciary & Administration Committee

The Judiciary & Administration Committee will decide whether to remove a specific parcel from La Crosse’s 'no camping' designation. The resolution was fast-tracked by five council members in late July. No other substantive items are listed on the agenda.

• 24-1075 Resolution removing parcel from 'no camping' designation

The Judiciary & Administration Committee voted 5-1 to refer Resolution 24-1075, which would remove a parcel from the city's 'no camping' designation, to the Common Council with no recommendation. The referral was made at the August 8, 2024 special meeting, with Chris Woodard voting against. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Referred Resolution 24-1075 to Common Council with no recommendation (5-1)

Neighborhood Revitalization Commission

The Neighborhood Revitalization Commission will review a report on downtown parking system costs and hear a presentation on the La Crosse 2024 Housing Study. The agenda also includes a kick-off for an Accessory Dwelling Unit Design Competition.

• Review of downtown parking system costs and revenue
• Presentation on La Crosse 2024 Housing Study
• Accessory Dwelling Unit Design Competition kick-off
• Review draft Request for Proposals for Zoning Code Rewrite

The Neighborhood Revitalization Commission approved the July 10, 2024 minutes and received updates on several initiatives. Staff announced the launch of an Accessory Dwelling Unit Design Competition funded by an AARP grant, with three members volunteering for the scoring committee. The commission also discussed the downtown parking system's $1.3 million deficit, the 2024 Housing Study, and a planned Zoning Code rewrite. No formal votes were taken on these agenda items.

• Approved July 10, 2024 meeting minutes (voice vote)
• Launched Accessory Dwelling Unit Design Competition (AARP grant)
• Three NRC members volunteered for ADU competition scoring committee

Arts and Culture Board

The Arts and Culture Board will consider several grant funding requests. The agenda includes a $750 request for Scott Onsager’s ceramics instruction project, a $750 request for Downtown Mainstreet’s banner project, and four $2,500 Creative Development Grants for artists and organizations. The board will vote on each request. No other business is listed.

• Approve $750 for Scott Onsager’s Small Project Grant – Ceramics Instruction and Accessibility (Item 24-1072).
• Approve $750 for Downtown Mainstreet, Inc./Tina Weisensle’s Small Project Grant – Downtown Banner Project (Item 24-1070).
• Approve $2,500 for Luke Achterberg’s Creative Development Grant – Sculpture in Public Places (Item 24-1069).
• Approve $2,500 for Grey Area Productions/Katie Bakalars’ Creative Development Grant – "Small Mouth Sounds" presentation (Item 24-1071).
• Approve $2,500 for UWL Visual & Performing Arts/Pete Rydberg’s Creative Development Grant – Music project (Item 24-1073).

The Arts Board approved five grant requests totaling $10,750, including funding for a downtown banner project, a sculpture in public places, a theater production, a school series, and a music project. A request for $750 for ceramics instruction and accessibility was tabled after a motion to table failed and a motion to approve also failed. The board also approved the July 2, 2024 meeting minutes.

• Approved $750 for Downtown Mainstreet, Inc. banner project (6-0-2, 1 excused)
• Approved $2,500 for Luke Achterberg's sculpture in public places (6-0-2, 1 excused)
• Approved $2,500 for Gray Area Productions' 'Small Mouth Sounds' (5-2-1, 1 excused)
• Approved $2,500 for Viterbo University's Arts for Young America series (6-1-1, 1 excused)
• Approved $2,500 for UWL Visual & Performing Arts music project (5-0-2, 2 excused)
• Tabled $750 for Scott Onsager's ceramics instruction and accessibility (motion failed 4-4)
• Approved July 2, 2024 meeting minutes (voice vote)

International Committee

The La Crosse International Committee will discuss Mayor Reynolds' upcoming sister‑city visits and the results of the Sister Cities Initiative election. It will also receive updates on the Oktoberfest Parade, Global Initiatives Week, and the city website. Additionally, the committee will consider posters and funding requests related to international programs.

• 24-1064 Mayor Reynolds visit to Sister Cities
• 24-1065 SCI Election Results
• 24-0752 Oktoberfest Parade
• 24-1063 Funding Requests
• 24-1062 Global Initiatives Week

The International Committee approved a motion to pay for two vinyl stickers for the truck used in the Oktoberfest parade. Members also discussed updates on sister city activities, website revisions, and plans for Global Initiatives Week, but no other formal decisions were made.

• Approved payment for 2 vinyl stickers for Oktoberfest parade truck (motion by DeYoe, second by Barmore, carried)
• Approved minutes of July 3, 2024 meeting (motion by Bald, second by DeYoe, carried)

Commercial/Multi-Family Design Review Committee

The Commercial/Multi-Family Design Review Committee will review preliminary plans for three different development projects. These reviews include architectural, civil, and landscape plans for commercial and residential sites.

• Commercial development at 3333 State Rd 16 (Crew Car Wash)
• Commercial development at 4105 Mormon Coulee RD (All Smiles Dental)
• Multi-family duplex development at 207 & 213 Rose Street

Finance & Personnel Committee

The Finance & Personnel Committee will review several resolutions regarding city funding, department reorganizations, and redevelopment plans. Items include the allocation of ARPA funds to the North La Crosse Business Association and a memorandum of understanding with the police association.

• Resolution on downtown La Crosse parking system operating and maintenance costs
• Client Agreement with Studio GWA for the Downtown La Crosse River Area Redevelopment Plan
• Appropriation of ARPA monies to the North La Crosse Business Association
• Reorganization of positions and classifications for the Streets department
• Declaration of 626 Monitor St. as surplus property

The Finance & Personnel Committee recommended several resolutions to the Common Council, including the 2025-2029 Capital Improvement Program Budget, which was amended to remove items #936 and #937. The committee also recommended an ARPA funding allocation to the North La Crosse Business Association, reduced from $35,000 to $29,000. All recommendations were approved with majority votes, except the Capital Improvement Budget, which passed 4-2 with two abstentions.

• Recommended parking system operating/maintenance resolution to Common Council (6-0)
• Recommended Downtown River Area Inventory and Redevelopment Plan agreement with Studio GWA (6-0)
• Recommended Title VI and Community Participation Plans funding resolution (6-0)
• Recommended Streets department reorganization resolution (6-0)
• Recommended ARPA funds to North La Crosse Business Association, amended from $35,000 to $29,000 (6-0)
• Recommended police non-supervisors association MOU (6-0)
• Recommended surplus property declaration at 626 Monitor St. (6-0)
• Recommended 2024 CDBG/HOME Action Plan funding (5-1, Goggin opposed)

City of La Crosse Diversity Equity Inclusion Team

The City of La Crosse Diversity Equity Inclusion Team will hold its July 31 meeting to discuss responses to ambassador emails and elect a new chair. The group will also approve minutes from the prior meeting.

• Discussion of Ambassador email responses
• Elect Chair

Joint Review Board

The Joint Review Board will meet to review public records and planning documents for item 24-1043. The board will also consider a resolution to approve an amended project plan and boundaries for Tax Incremental District No. 20.

• Resolution 24-1013: Amended Project Plan and Boundaries for Tax Incremental District No. 20
• Review of public record and planning documents for item 24-1043

The Joint Review Board unanimously approved a resolution approving an amended project plan and boundaries for Tax Incremental District No. 20. The board also approved the minutes from the June 3, 2024 meeting. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved amended project plan and boundaries for TID No. 20 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from June 3, 2024 meeting (unanimous)

Judiciary & Administration Committee

The Judiciary & Administration Committee will decide on two zoning petitions and a bicycle-pedestrian master plan. Two public hearings are scheduled for the zoning items at 212 11th Street S. and 1822 State Road 16. The meeting is open to in-person and virtual attendance with advance registration required for public comment.

• Rezoning petition 24-0950 for 212 11th St S (CouleeCap, Inc.)
• Ordinance 24-0951 to rezone 212 11th St S from Washburn Residential to Traditional Neighborhood District
• Ordinance 24-0977 to rezone 1822 State Road 16 and adjacent parcels for mixed-use development
• Resolution 24-0957 adopting the 2024 Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan
• Resolution 24-1028 approving additional election officials for 2024-2025

The Judiciary & Administration Committee recommended approval of a rezoning petition for 212 11th St S to allow professional office use, forwarding it to the Common Council. It also recommended adopting the 2024 Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan and additional election officials, while re-referring several items. A resolution to prohibit camping on city properties was referred without recommendation, and an ordinance on camping was not recommended due to a tie vote.

• Recommended approval of rezoning for 212 11th St S (3-1, 1 abstention)
• Recommended adoption of 2024 Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan (5-0)
• Recommended adoption of additional Election Officials for 2024-2025 (5-0)
• Re-referred license applications for 30 days (5-0)
• Re-referred mixed-use rezoning at 1822 State Road 16 for 90 days (5-0)
• Referred camping prohibition resolution to Council with no recommendation (5-0)
• Failed to recommend camping ordinance (2-2, 1 abstention)

City Plan Commission

The La Crosse City Plan Commission will decide on two rezoning petitions at 212 11th St S and 1822 State Rd 16, plus adopt the 2024 Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan. The meeting is open in-person at City Hall and online via Zoom.

• Rezoning petition 24-0950 at 212 11th St S for CouleeCap, Inc.
• Ordinance 24-0951 to rezone 212 11th St S from Washburn Residential to Traditional Neighborhood District
• Ordinance 24-0977 to rezone 1822 State Rd 16 and adjacent parcels for mixed-use development
• Adoption of 2024 Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan (24-0957)
• Declaration of surplus property at 626 Monitor St (24-1016)

The City Plan Commission approved a request by CouleeCap, Inc. to re-file a rezoning petition for 212 11th St. S. due to changed circumstances, and referred the matter to the council. The commission also approved the 2024 Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan, referred a mixed-use rezoning at 1822 State Road 16 for 90 days, and referred a surplus property declaration for 626 Monitor St. for 60 days.

• Approved re-filing of rezoning petition for 212 11th St. S. (5-3)
• Referred re-filing request to council (5-3)
• Approved 2024 Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan (unanimous)
• Referred mixed-use rezoning at 1822 State Road 16 for 90 days (unanimous)
• Referred surplus property declaration for 626 Monitor St. for 60 days (6-2)

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will discuss the costs of operating and maintaining the downtown La Crosse parking system. The meeting includes reviews of sanitary sewer rates and various infrastructure requests.

• Sanitary Sewer District #1 Rates for July 1, 2023 to June 30, 2024
• Costs of operating and maintaining the downtown La Crosse parking system
• Emergency watermain install quote proposals for 1200 block of Townsend St.
• Yield sign implementation for Charles Street and Hagar Street
• Pointe West Investments request for sign over ROW at 901 State St.

The Board of Public Works unanimously approved all agenda items, including the annual Fill the Boot campaign for MDA, Sanitary Sewer District #1 rates, a water utility access request, yield sign implementation, an emergency watermain install, a sign request, and the downtown parking system cost report after a public hearing. No items were denied or tabled.

• Approved Bidder's Proof of Responsibility (5-0)
• Approved annual Fill the Boot for MDA campaign (5-0)
• Approved Sanitary Sewer District #1 rates for July 1, 2023–June 30, 2024 (5-0)
• Approved maintaining water utility access in ROW at 800 East Ave N Myrick Pumphouse (5-0)
• Approved Charles Street and Hagar Street yield sign implementation (5-0)
• Approved emergency watermain install at 1200 block of Townsend St (5-0)
• Approved Pointe West Investments sign over ROW at 901 State St (5-0)
• Approved downtown parking system cost report after public hearing (5-0)

Redevelopment Authority

The La Crosse Redevelopment Authority will review monthly financial and project reports, consider extensions to purchase agreements for lots in the River Point District, and discuss a term sheet for Tax Increment Financing assistance for a mixed-use development called The Lofts on Lot 8. The meeting includes public participation options and may adjourn to closed sessions for negotiations.

• Monthly Financial Report - July 2024
• Option to Purchase Agreement Extension with Roush Rentals for Lot 2 ($250,000 estimated value)
• Option to Purchase Agreement Extension with RyKey for Lot 9
• Term sheet for Tax Increment Financing assistance with RyKey Properties for The Lofts (Lot 8)
• Progress update from Roush Rentals on Lots 11 and 12

The Redevelopment Authority approved a term sheet for Tax Increment Financing assistance with RyKey Properties for The Lofts, a mixed-use development on Lot 8 in the River Point District. The board also approved twelve-month extensions to option-to-purchase agreements with Roush Rentals for Lot 2 and RyKey for Lot 9, and a one-month extension for 360 Real Estate to provide new renderings. All votes were unanimous voice votes.

• Approved TIF term sheet for The Lofts at River Point District (unanimous)
• Approved 12-month extension for Roush Rentals option on Lot 2 (unanimous)
• Approved 12-month extension for RyKey option on Lot 9 (unanimous)
• Approved 1-month extension for 360 Real Estate renderings (unanimous)

Employee Benefit Trust Fund Committee

The Employee Benefit Trust Fund Committee will meet to discuss health plan performance and future costs. The primary focus is a review of the USI Health Plan and projections for 2025.

• USI Health Plan Review and 2025 Projections (Item 24-1038)

The Employee Benefit Trust Fund Committee met and approved the previous meeting's minutes by unanimous consent. USI presented a review of the City's health plan performance and 2025 projections, but no motion was made. The meeting adjourned without any substantive decisions beyond the minutes approval.

• Approved previous meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Heard USI health plan review and 2025 projections (no motion made)

Economic and Community Development Commission

The Economic and Community Development Commission approved offer number three for the purchase of 1316 5th Ave S, with a 5-1 vote (Mayor Reynolds dissenting). They also approved staff recommendations for annual development agreement compliance, including forgoing a job audit at The Charmant, and approved a term sheet for TIF assistance with RyKey Properties for The Lofts development. The meeting included a housing study presentation and a public hearing with no speakers.

• Approved offer number three for 1316 5th Ave S (5-1)
• Approved staff recommendations for development agreement compliance, including forgoing job audit at The Charmant (unanimous)
• Approved term sheet for TIF assistance with RyKey Properties for The Lofts (unanimous)

Police and Fire Commission

The Commission approved the minutes from the June 19, 2024 meeting. It also accepted and filed the July 2024 personnel reports for both the Fire and Police departments.

• Approved June 19, 2024 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Accepted and filed July 2024 Fire Personnel Report (Unanimous)
• Accepted and filed July 2024 Police Personnel Report (Unanimous)

Aviation Board

The Aviation Board approved a resolution to allocate funds for Title VI and Community Participation Plans. The board also approved the minutes from the June 17, 2024, meeting.

• Approved Resolution allocating funds for Title VI and Community Participation Plans (unanimous)
• Approved June 17, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Committee for Citizens with Disabilities

The Committee for Citizens with Disabilities unanimously approved the 2024 Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan, which will move to the August Council for approval. The committee also received updates on downtown accessible parking, sidewalk repairs, and upcoming accessibility evaluations.

• Approved 2024 Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan (unanimous)

Common Council

The Council approved several construction contracts for road, water, and roofing projects. It adopted an ordinance amending camping rules on city-owned property and approved a zoning change for a mixed-use development on Market Street. A resolution to fill a District 5 Council vacancy was denied.

• Awarded $818,881.57 Victory Street project contract to Fowler & Hammer, Inc. (11-0)
• Awarded $820,750.00 South Hall Re-Roof contract to Interstate Roofing & Waterproofing, Inc. (11-0)
• Awarded $667,449.34 Pettibone Water Main Extension contract to Gerke Excavating, Inc. (11-0)
• Awarded $211,002.81 Smith Valley Storm Improvements and $254,147.05 Manhole Replacement contracts to Gerke Excavating, Inc. (11-0)
• Adopted ordinance amending camping on City-owned property (7-4)
• Approved zoning change for bakery, deli, and coffee shop at 1513 Market Street (11-0)
• Ordered special election for 5th Aldermanic District on April 1, 2025 (10-1)
• Denied resolution to fill Council Member vacancy for District 5 (4-7)

Neighborhood Revitalization Commission

The Neighborhood Revitalization Commission reviewed options to reduce or eliminate off-street parking requirements to support pro-housing land use reforms. Most commissioners expressed favor for eliminating all off-street parking requirements, though no formal vote to adopt a specific option was recorded.

• Approved May 1, 2024 meeting minutes (9-0)

Housing Authority of the City of La Crosse

The Housing Authority of the City of La Crosse approved a total of $164,063.50 in bills for various housing programs and administrative costs. The board also reviewed the Executive Director's and Finance reports, and discussed the AMP1378 financial statements. No new policies or major projects were approved during this meeting.

• Approved June 12, 2024 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Approved bills totaling $164,063.50 (3-0)
• Reviewed Executive Director's Report
• Reviewed Finance Report
• Discussed AMP1378 financial statements
• Adjourned meeting (3-0)

Bicycle-Pedestrian Advisory Committee

The Bicycle-Pedestrian Advisory Committee adopted the City of La Crosse's 2024 Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan. The committee also received a presentation on electric scooters and updates on grants and projects.

• Adopted Resolution 24-0957 for the 2024 Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan (Unanimous voice vote, Sward abstained)
• Approved previous meeting minutes (Unanimous voice vote)

Library Board

The Board approved using fund balances for seasonal security and space audit furnishings. It also authorized the suspension of library services on September 18, 2024, for a catalog system upgrade. Following a closed session, the Board approved a salary step increase for the Library Director.

• Reappointed Araysa Simpson as Secretary (Unanimous)
• Reappointed Sue Anglehart as President (Unanimous)
• Approved up to $54,560 from fund balance for 34 weeks of seasonal security
• Approved up to $25,780 from fund balance for furnishings
• Approved suspension of library services on September 18, 2024
• Approved salary step increase for Library Director from Grade 18, step 2, to Grade 18, step 3
• Approved $5,000 replenishment of Director’s Hospitality Fund from Special Trustees Fund

Climate Action Plan Steering Committee

The Climate Action Plan Steering Committee met on July 8, 2024, and approved its prior meeting minutes by voice vote. The rest of the meeting was updates and discussion: two grant resolutions are headed to the common council on 7/11, and members discussed housing energy efficiency, bike storage, tree equity, the LEED for Cities program, the Youth Climate Action Fund, and possible Climate Action Plan implementation fund costs. No other substantive decisions were recorded; the meeting adjourned at 5:47 p.m.

• Approved prior meeting minutes (voice vote)
• No other substantive decisions recorded — remaining items were updates and discussion only

Aviation Board

The Aviation Board held a meeting on June 17, 2024, to conduct introductions and receive operational updates. The board formally approved the minutes from their previous meeting held on May 20, 2024. No other substantive actions or votes were recorded in the provided minutes.

• Approved May 20, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Common Council

The Common Council adopted an amended resolution directing staff to identify interim overnight options for homeless persons. Several proposed amendments were rejected, including attempts to change the responsible staff designation or remove specific paragraphs. The final resolution passed with a 10-2 vote after amendments changing 'Homeless Services Coordinator' to 'all necessary staff' and removing a bullet point were approved.

• Adopted amended resolution on interim overnight options for homeless persons (10-2)
• Amendment changing 'Homeless Services Coordinator' to 'all necessary staff' approved (7-5)
• Amendment removing 6th bullet point approved (7-5)
• Amendment changing 'Homeless Services Coordinator' to 'all necessary staff' failed (5-7)
• Amendment removing 5th and 7th paragraphs failed (6-6 tie)
• Original Janssen Amendment failed (6-6 tie)
• Amendment changing 'Homeless Services Coordinator' to specific Directors failed (3-9)

Common Council

The Council approved several construction contracts for street, sewer, and alley projects. It also passed an ordinance regarding rezoning application frequency and confirmed numerous mayoral appointments to city boards and commissions.

• Approved $664,159.30 contract to A-1 Excavating LLC for St Andrew Street Reconstruction (12-0)
• Approved $426,864.00 contract to Visu-Sewer for 2024 Sewer Lining project (12-0)
• Approved $209,531.00 contract to Fowler & Hammer, Inc. for Cass St Streetscape Improvements (12-0)
• Approved $41,466.50 contract to Fowler & Hammer, Inc. for 2024 Annual Miscellaneous Alley Pavement (12-0)
• Adopted ordinance amending rezoning and conditional use permit application frequency (7-5)
• Confirmed mayoral appointments to various boards and commissions (12-0)
• Approved rezoning at 3825 & 3827 Sunnyside Drive West for a twinhome (unanimous)
• Denied license application and police denial appeal for Loyalty Boys LLC dba J & J Trending (5-7)

Housing Authority of the City of La Crosse

The Housing Authority of the City of La Crosse approved over $542,000 in bills across several programs. The board also passed resolutions to write off uncollectible debts and unusable equipment.

• Approved Regular Meeting Minutes from May 8, 2024 (3-0)
• Approved bills totaling $542,976.08 and luncheon costs (2-0)
• Approved Resolution #2270 to write off uncollectible debts (3-0)
• Approved Resolution #2271 to write off unusable appliances, furniture, equipment, and/or tools (3-0)

Common Council

The Common Council held a special meeting on June 4, 2024, and adopted a resolution approving a subordination request from Dale Berg d/b/a Jeaneri, Ltd. The motion carried 10-0, with one member excused and one non-voting. The meeting adjourned at 4:37 p.m.

• Adopted resolution approving subordination request from Dale Berg d/b/a Jeaneri, Ltd. (10-0)

Common Council

The Common Council has been invited to a bike tour of new facilities in downtown La Crosse and nearby neighborhoods. This is not a meeting of the Common Council, but public notice is provided due to a potential quorum.

• Ride with the Mayor bike tour
• Making Connections in La Crosse event

Heritage Preservation Commission

The Heritage Preservation Commission approved the nomination of the South Branch Library as a Local Historic Landmark with a 4-1 vote. The commission also unanimously approved a Certificate of Appropriateness for an addition to St Elias Orthodox Church. A draft ordinance regarding the preservation of ghost signs was reviewed but no action was taken.

• Approved April 25, 2024 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved South Branch Library as Local Historic Landmark (4-1)
• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for St Elias Orthodox Church addition (5-0)
• Reviewed draft Ghost Signs ordinance (no vote taken)

Commercial/Multi-Family Design Review Committee

The committee will review development plans for Lot 5 of the GMX Subdivision Plat at Valley View Mall. The review includes the final application, plans, and a stormwater report for a Panda Express project.

• Plan review for Panda Express at Valley View Mall (Lot 5 of GMX Subdivision Plat)

Common Council

The Common Council is reviewing several street reconstruction contracts and various zoning ordinances. The agenda includes updating ward boundaries following redistricting and rezoning South Avenue for a grocery store and housing. The council will also consider fund reallocations for utility and street projects.

• Contract for Onalaska Ave & Moore Street project ($1,749,678.57)
• Ordinance to update ward boundaries and Aldermanic Districts
• Rezoning 2109-2111 South Avenue for an ethnic grocery store and housing
• Contract for Rose Street & St James Street reconstruction ($575,876.33)
• Purchase of five clean diesel buses for the Municipal Transit Utility

Citizens Board of Review

The board will elect a Chair and Vice Chair and certify the annual Code of Ethics review. Members will also review the Assessor's Annual Assessment Report and the 2024 assessment roll. The meeting includes consideration of waiver requests and hearings for property assessment objections.

• Election of Chair and Vice Chair
• Review of Assessor's Annual Assessment Report (AAR)
• Item 24-0635: Requests for waivers of Board of Review hearings and telephone testimony
• Item 24-0626: Objections to property assessments for 2024
• Certification of error corrections by the Assessor

Committee for Citizens with Disabilities

The Committee for Citizens with Disabilities will review the Benesch Transition Plan and a Green Complete Streets review. The meeting also includes updates on traffic signals at Cass St., Losey Blvd., West Ave., and Jackson St.

• Benesch Transition Plan Update
• Green Complete Streets Review
• Update on APS, signals at Cass St. and Losey Blvd. and West Ave. and Jackson St.
• Disability Pride Fest July 20th 2024 at Central High School
• Making connections in La Crosse event May 30th 2024

Judiciary & Administration Committee

The committee was scheduled to discuss an ordinance to update ward boundaries and Aldermanic Districts following state legislative redistricting. The agenda notes that item 24-0617 was short-circuited by Mayor Reynolds on May 2, 2024.

• Ordinance 24-0617 to update ward boundaries and Aldermanic Districts

Housing Authority of the City of La Crosse

The Housing Authority will review administrative, resident services, occupancy, and maintenance reports. The meeting includes a discussion regarding the breakdown of the financial statement.

• Approval of April 10, 2024, meeting minutes
• Financial Statement Breakdown Discussion

Human Rights Commission

The Commission will determine if two fair housing complaints contain enough facts to proceed. The meeting also includes monthly updates from the REACH, DEI Committee, and Homelessness Coordinator.

• Fair Housing Complaint: Samantha Parker v. Coulee Region Rentals
• Fair Housing Complaint: Hannah Eitland v. Heather Johnson
• Monthly updates from REACH, DEI Committee, and Homelessness Coordinator

Arts and Culture Board

The Arts Board will discuss a request to expand applicant eligibility to include residents living outside the City of La Crosse. The board is also reviewing two small project grant requests for $750 each.

• Request to broaden eligibility criteria to include non-residents
• $750 funding request for Olivia Bull's 'Altered Moments: Vegetated Metropolis'
• $750 funding request for Mary Frebler/WiscCorps's 'The Gallery' at The Nature Place

The Board approved broadening grant eligibility to include applicants from the tri-state region. Two small project grants of $750 each were approved for local art projects.

• Approved broadening grant eligibility to include residents of Wisconsin, Iowa, and Minnesota (unanimous)
• Approved $750 Small Project Grant for Olivia Bull's 'Altered Moments: Vegetated Metropolis' (6-0-1)
• Approved $750 Small Project Grant for Mary Freybler/WiscCorps for art scholarships, with funds to be returned if unused by December 31, 2024 (5-0-2)
• Approved April 2, 2024 minutes (unanimous)

Library Board

The Library Board Committee of the Whole will meet in an advisory capacity to discuss several topics. No motions or decisions will be made during this meeting.

• Review Space Audit Recommendations
• Priorities for Allocating Fund Balance
• Main Street Sidewalk Repair
• Library Bereavement Policy Corrections

Library Board

This public notice announces a library staff area tour for board members on May 7, 2024. The document is procedural boilerplate that explicitly states this is not an official Library Board meeting and no formal business will be conducted. Other government officials may attend to gather information on topics within their jurisdiction.

• Public notice for a library staff area tour on May 7, 2024
• Explicitly states this is not an official Library Board meeting
• Notes potential quorum and attendance by other government officials

Finance & Personnel Committee

The Finance & Personnel Committee will review resolutions covering department staff reorganizations, a lease for The Hunger Task Force of La Crosse, and a renewal for urban search-and-rescue services through 2026. Members will also consider purchasing five clean diesel buses for the Municipal Transit Utility and declaring intent to fund downtown parking maintenance via special assessments under Wisconsin Statutes. Special assessments would cover system operations and upkeep, while new buses serve municipal transit routes. Several previously approved items were short-circuited by Mayor Reynolds, including street improvement reallocations and a TID 11 allocation for Cass Street beautification.

• Approve lease with The Hunger Task Force of La Crosse
• Renew Wisconsin Urban Search and Rescue agreement through 2026
• Reorganize position tables for Street and Water/Wastewater departments
• Purchase five clean diesel buses for the Municipal Transit Utility
• Declare intent to use special assessments for downtown parking system maintenance

The Finance & Personnel Committee recommended 11 resolutions to the Common Council for adoption on May 9, 2024. These recommendations include personnel reorganizations, property sales, and infrastructure funding. No action was taken on the collective bargaining update.

• Recommended lease with The Hunger Task Force of La Crosse (5-0)
• Recommended renewal of Wisconsin Urban Search and Rescue agreement 2024-2026 (5-0)
• Recommended Street department position and classification reorganization (5-0)
• Recommended intent to exercise special assessment powers for downtown parking system (5-0)
• Recommended Water and Wastewater department position and classification reorganization (5-0)
• Recommended amended sale of surplus property on Kinney Coulee Rd to Sarah and Dylan Delagrave (5-0)
• Recommended purchase of five clean diesel buses for Municipal Transit Utility (5-0)
• Recommended resolution regarding former Naval Reserve Training Center (5-0)

Floodplain Advisory Committee

The committee will consider a floodplain relief grant application for 213 Rose Street. Members will also discuss the Flood Hazard Mitigation Plan to determine next steps and staff direction.

• Floodplain Relief Grant for 213 Rose Street
• Review of Flood Hazard Mitigation Plan

The committee approved a $40,000 floodplain relief grant for a property at 213 Rose Street. Members also discussed directing staff to create proposals for levee cleanup and resident education.

• Approved $40,000 floodplain relief grant for 213 Rose Street (voice vote)
• Approved March 6, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Neighborhood Revitalization Commission

The commission will hear a presentation from the Parking Reform Network regarding parking reform. Members will also discuss options for reducing or eliminating off-street over-parking requirements and review previous work on the topic.

• Presentation by Tony Jordan, President of the Parking Reform Network
• Discussion on reducing or eliminating off-street over-parking requirements (Item 24-0498)
• Review of previous NRC work regarding parking requirements

The Commission heard a presentation from the Parking Reform Network on the benefits of reducing or eliminating off-street parking minimums. Members and the public discussed the impact on housing, transit, and snow-heavy climates, but no formal action was taken on the proposal.

• Approved April 10, 2024 meeting minutes (7-0)

Judiciary & Administration Committee

The Judiciary & Administration Committee will review several conditional use permits and license applications. The agenda also includes ordinances regarding property rezoning, beer gardens, and the Mississippi River Trail.

• Conditional Use Permit for CY Capital LLC at 200 Main Street, Suite 101
• Conditional Use Permit for CDHN LLC at 200 Main Street, Suite 102
• Ordinance to transfer property from Heavy Industrial to Local Business District at 2109-2111 South Avenue
• Design standard exceptions for Kwik Trip Inc. at 2622 Rose Street and 1133 West George Street
• Ordinance to amend municipal code regarding beer gardens

The Judiciary & Administration Committee recommended approval of several items to the Common Council for final adoption on May 9, 2024. These included conditional use permits for liquor licenses at 200 Main Street, a rezoning for a grocery store and housing at 2109-2111 South Avenue, and continued police participation in a state emergency management program. The committee also recommended adopting an ordinance regarding beer gardens and approving design exceptions for a new Kwik Trip convenience store.

• Recommended approval of CY Capital LLC liquor license permit at 200 Main Street (6-0)
• Recommended approval of various municipal license applications (6-0)
• Recommended adoption of resolution for Police Department participation in LESO Program (5-1, Trost abstained)
• Recommended adoption of resolution supporting Mississippi River Trail designation (6-0)
• Recommended approval of CDHN LLC liquor license permit at 200 Main Street (6-0)
• Recommended adoption of ordinance rezoning 2109-2111 South Avenue for grocery store and housing (6-0)
• Recommended approval of Kwik Trip design exceptions for stores at 2622 Rose St and 1133 W George St (5-0, Woodard recused)
• Recommended approval of Bennett O'Riley's alcohol license expansion for June 8 event (6-0)

City Plan Commission

The Commission will review several land use applications including conditional use permits for beer and liquor licenses at 200 Main Street. Other items include a rezoning request for South Avenue, a new Kwik Trip convenience store, and a sale agreement amendment for city-owned property on Kinney Coulee Rd.

• Conditional Use Permit: CY Capital LLC, 200 Main Street, Suite 101 (Beer & Liquor license)
• Conditional Use Permit: CDHN LLC, 200 Main Street, Suite 102 (Beer & Liquor license)
• Resolution: Lease approval with The Hunger Task Force of La Crosse
• Ordinance: Rezoning 2109-2111 South Avenue from Heavy Industrial to Local Business District
• Commercial Design Standards exception: Kwik Trip Inc. at 2622 Rose Street and 1133 West George Street

The La Crosse City Plan Commission unanimously approved seven agenda items. These included conditional use permits for two liquor licenses at 200 Main Street, a lease with The Hunger Task Force, a rezoning for a grocery store and housing at 2109-2111 South Avenue, design exceptions for a Kwik Trip, an amended property sale on Kinney Coulee Rd, and parking lot improvements at Great Lakes Cheese.

• Approved Conditional Use Permit for CY Capital LLC liquor license at 200 Main Street (voice vote)
• Approved Conditional Use Permit for CDHN LLC liquor license at 200 Main Street (voice vote)
• Approved lease with The Hunger Task Force of La Crosse (voice vote)
• Approved rezoning ordinance for ethnic grocery store and housing at 2109-2111 South Avenue (voice vote)
• Approved design exceptions for Kwik Trip convenience store at 2622 Rose Street and 1133 West George Street (voice vote)
• Approved amendment to sale agreement for surplus property on Kinney Coulee Rd to Sarah and Dylan Delagrave (voice vote)
• Approved parking lot improvements at 2150 Enterprise Ave for Great Lakes Cheese (voice vote)

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will consider resolutions for downtown parking system maintenance and the designation of the Mississippi River Trail. The agenda also includes amending a property sale on Kinney Coulee Rd and reviewing communications infrastructure requests.

• Preliminary resolution for special assessment powers regarding downtown parking maintenance
• Resolution to support Mississippi River Trail designation within city limits
• Amending the sale agreement of surplus property on Kinney Coulee Rd
• Charter Communications request for communications in right-of-way between Jay and Main St
• Street Department request to repurchase a City auction vehicle

The Board of Public Works approved a resolution to exercise special assessment powers for downtown parking maintenance. It also approved a compliance order for City Brewery with a daily fine for odor issues. Several other resolutions regarding property sales, leases, and infrastructure were approved.

• Approved intent to exercise special assessment powers for downtown parking system (5-0)
• Approved designation of the Mississippi River Trail within city limits (5-0)
• Approved amended sale agreement for surplus property on Kinney Coulee Rd (5-0)
• Approved Bidder's Proof of Responsibility (5-0)
• Approved construction contract final payments (5-0)
• Approved Charter Communications ROW request between Jay and Main St (5-0)
• Approved City Brewery Compliance Order with $100/day levy forfeiture for odor (5-0)
• Approved Street Department purchase of an auction vehicle (5-0)

Commercial/Multi-Family Design Review Committee

The Committee will review preliminary plans for several commercial development projects. These include a retreat house, a car wash, and two coffee locations.

• Review of development plans for 6105 County Road MM (St Juan Diego Retreat House- Shrine)
• Review of commercial development plans for 3900 State Rd 16 (Mister Carwash)
• Review of commercial development plans for 3800 State Rd 16 (7 Brew Coffee)
• Review of commercial development plans for 3960 Mormon Coulee Rd (7 Brew Coffee)

Employee Benefit Trust Fund Committee

The Employee Benefit Trust Fund Committee will receive an informational presentation from USI. The presentation focuses on the performance of the City's medical benefit plan.

• Informational presentation regarding City medical benefit plan performance

The committee received an informational presentation from USI and ServeYou regarding the City's medical benefit plan performance. No motions were made on the agenda items.

• Approved previous meeting minutes (unanimous)

Heritage Preservation Commission

The commission will consider nominating the South Branch Library at 1307 16th Street S as a Local Historic Landmark. The agenda also includes a review of a sign certificate for 313 Main Street and discussions regarding ghost signs and endangered buildings.

• Nomination of South Branch Library to Local Historic Landmark status
• Review of Certificate of Appropriateness for 313 Main Street sign
• Discussion on Ghost Signs
• Discussion on the 2024 10 Most Endangered Building List

Redevelopment Authority

The Redevelopment Authority will consider several planning and purchase option agreements related to the River Point District. The meeting also includes a monthly financial report and a progress update on Lot 2.

• Planning Option Agreement with Rykey for Lot 8
• Option to Purchase Agreement Extension with 360 Real Estate Solutions for Outlot 5
• Progress update from Roush Rentals on Lot 2 of River Point District
• Planning Option Agreements with Roush Rentals for Lots 11 and 12
• Request from Friends of the Marsh to access River Point District for Earth Fair clean-up

The Redevelopment Authority approved a planning option agreement for Lot 8 and the purchase of Lots 11 and 12. The board also granted a three-month purchase agreement extension for Outlot 5.

• Approved Planning Option Agreement with Rykey for Lot 8 (unanimous)
• Approved 3-month extension for Outlot 5 purchase agreement for $2,000 (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of Lots 11 and 12 from Roush Rentals (unanimous)
• Approved March 28, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)

City of La Crosse Diversity Equity Inclusion Team

The City of La Crosse Diversity Equity Inclusion Team will review questions 10-15 from the city's equity and diversity survey. The meeting also includes discussions on recruiting a new team member and revising the group's mission, vision, and goals.

• Review of questions 10-15 of the City of La Crosse Equity and Diversity Survey
• Discussion regarding recruitment of a new DEI Team member
• Revision of the DEI Team's Mission & Vision Statement and Goals

Economic and Community Development Commission

The Commission will consider various proposals regarding the future use of the former South Community Library. Additionally, members will review several proposals submitted by small business organizations and hold a public hearing for the 2024 CDBG/HOME Action Plan.

• Proposals for the former South Community Library including daycare, residential, and community health center bids
• Small Business Organization proposals from DMI and Revby LLC
• Public Hearing for the 2024 CDBG/HOME Action Plan

The commission approved funding for three small business proposals totaling $75,000. Proposals for the former South Community Library were referred for 60 days following a public hearing and closed session.

• Approved $25,000 for DMI Rewards and Grant proposals (5-1)
• Approved $50,000 for Black DEEP proposal with staffing not to exceed 20% (5-1)
• Referred proposals for former South Community Library for 60 days (5-1)
• Approved March 27, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will review several requests for communications infrastructure in the right-of-way. The board will also consider a purchase request for a mini excavator for the stormwater utility department.

• Purchase of a mini excavator for the stormwater utility department
• Construction Contract Change Order
• Charter Communications right-of-way requests near Airport Rd, Breezy Point Rd, and East Ave S
• Metro Fibernet LLC right-of-way requests on Hagen Rd, Cedar Rd, and 33rd St S

The Board of Public Works approved several requests from Charter Communications and Metro Fibernet LLC to install communications in the right-of-way. The board also approved a construction contract change order and the purchase of a mini excavator for the stormwater utility department.

• Approved purchase of mini excavator for stormwater utility department (4-0)
• Approved construction contract change order (4-0)
• Approved Charter Communications ROW requests for 2309 Airport Rd, 3030 Airport Rd, Breezy Point Rd, East Ave S, Sumner St, Monitor St, Milwaukee St, and 13th St S (4-0)
• Approved Metro Fibernet LLC ROW requests for Hagen Rd, Skyline Blvd, Sherwood Dr, Cedar Rd, Coulee Springs Ln, 29th Ct S, Brook Ct, Musgierd Ln, Hillcrest Dr, Springbrook Way, Levy Ln, 33rd St S, and Cliffside Dr (4-0)

Commercial/Multi-Family Design Review Committee

The committee will review plans for a Mixed-Use Building located within the River Point District. The review includes architectural, civil, and rendering documents.

• Review of plans for a Mixed-Use Building (24-0344)

Board of Park Commissioners

The Board of Park Commissioners is reviewing several requests regarding park usage, including event permits for mountain bike clinics and fundraisers. The meeting also includes discussions on trail modifications and facility repairs at Copeland Park and Bluffview Park.

• Request to change Birch Trail from hike-only to shared use including bicycles
• Proposed rerouting of sections of the Bicentennial Trail
• Repairs to Copeland Park West Boathouse #27
• Additional fencing for Bluffview Park backstop
• Resolution for DNR Recreational Trails Program grant funding

The Board of Park Commissioners approved multiple requests for park events, facility repairs, and Memorandums of Understanding with partner organizations. They also approved a design concept to reroute sections of the Bicentennial Trail. One request to change Birch Trail from hike-only to shared use was referred for 90 days for further review. A request for large event signage at Riverside Park was denied after the applicant declined due to cost.

• Approved additional fencing for Bluffview Park backstop (8-0)
• Approved Upper Hixon Forest use for Women’s Mountain Bike Clinic (8-0)
• Approved Copeland Park Pavilion use for Oktoberfest Frau’s Garage Sale (8-0)
• Approved Weigent Park use for AIA Tailgate Fundraiser (8-0)
• Approved Myrick Park use for Sally Splash event (8-0)
• Approved repairs to Copeland Park West Boathouse #27 (8-0)
• Denied Moon Tunes signage request at Riverside Park (0-8)
• Approved Pettibone Resort 2024 Flood Evacuation Plan (7-1)

Police and Fire Commission

The Commission will review police and fire personnel reports for April 2024. This includes appointments to regular status for several officers and promotions within the fire department.

• Appointment of Sergeant Ethan Purkapile to regular status
• Appointment of Lieutenant Steve Curns to regular status
• Appointment of Sergeant Whitney Hughes to regular status
• Appointment of Officer Evan Armour to regular status
• Promotion of Renee Christensen to Lieutenant and Josh Kois to Engineer

La Crosse Center Board

The La Crosse Center Board will consider a request to approve liquor expenses from the March 2024 check register. The meeting also includes updates on financial reports, building operations, and wedding projects.

• Request to approve liquor expenses (March 2024 DMI Check Register)
• Updates regarding March 2024 financials
• Wedding project presentation
• Updates on sales, events, marketing, and food & beverage

The La Crosse Center Board approved a request for liquor expenses (24-0522) by voice vote and approved the March 19, 2024 meeting minutes. Seven agenda items — financials, sales & events, weddings, marketing, food & beverage, building operations, and Explore La Crosse updates — were presented with no action taken. The meeting adjourned after these items.

• Approved March 19, 2024 meeting minutes (voice vote)
• Approved request for liquor expenses (24-0522) (voice vote)
• No action taken on financials update (24-0528)
• No action taken on sales & events update (24-0523)
• No action taken on weddings update (24-0529)
• No action taken on marketing update (24-0524)
• No action taken on food & beverage update (24-0525)
• No action taken on building operations update (24-0526)

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will hold a public hearing regarding a construction noise exemption request near River Bend Road. The agenda also includes requests for street right-of-way vacation and boulevard paving on 8th St North.

• Public hearing for construction noise exemption in the River Point District
• Request to partially vacate public street right-of-way on West 8th St North
• Request to pave boulevard area along and west of 8th St N
• Review of construction contract change orders

The Board of Public Works unanimously approved five agenda items. These included a limited exemption for construction noise in the River Point District, approval of construction contract change orders, partial vacation of a street right-of-way on 8th St North, paving of a boulevard area requested by a property owner, and bidder's proof of responsibility.

• Approved Integrity Grading & Excavating Inc. limited exemption for construction noise in River Point District (5-0)
• Approved Construction Contract Change Orders (5-0)
• Approved partial vacation of public street right-of-way on West side of 8th St North (5-0)
• Approved request by Steve Schlicht to pave boulevard area along and west of 8th St N (5-0)
• Approved Bidder's Proof of Responsibility (5-0)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will conduct an annual election for Vice Chair. The meeting also includes hearings for two property variance appeals regarding fence height and flood elevation requirements.

• Annual Election of Vice Chair
• Fence height variance appeal at 1627 North Salem Road
• Flood elevation fill requirement appeal at 2710 Onalaska Ave

The Board denied a request for a 6-foot fence in a front yard setback. A variance request regarding floodplain fill requirements was referred for 90 days to allow for water management planning.

• Reappointed Douglas Farmer as Vice Chair (unanimous, one abstention)
• Denied variance for 6-foot fence at 1627 North Salem Road (5-0)
• Referred variance for floodplain fill at 2710 Onalaska Ave for 90 days (5-0)

Commercial/Multi-Family Design Review Committee

The Committee will review final plans and a photometric plan for the commercial development located at 600 Losey Blvd N. This item includes a review of the final application and design review checklist.

• Plan review for Commercial Development at 600 Losey Blvd N. (Forest Hills Pavilion)

Common Council

The Common Council will review several construction contracts for sidewalks, curbs, and retaining walls. The agenda also includes a resolution for the issuance of $6,005,000 in Sewer System Revenue Bonds.

• Contract award to Fowler & Hammer, Inc. for Traffic Calming Gladys Street & Main Street: $89,442.27
• Contract award to Fowler & Hammer, Inc. for 2024 Annual Sidewalk & ADA Ramp Replacement Program: $131,866.00
• Contract award to Fowler & Hammer, Inc. for 2024 Miscellaneous Sidewalk Infill: $113,766.50
• Contract award to Gerke Excavating Inc. for County B Retaining Wall Project: $85,472.35
• Contract award to Fowler & Hammer, Inc. for 2024 Curb & Gutter with Utilities (South): $311,453.14

The Common Council authorized the issuance of approximately $5.8 million in Sewer System Revenue Bonds. The council also awarded several street and sidewalk contracts to Fowler & Hammer, Inc. and Gerke Excavating Inc., and approved zoning changes for a rooming house on Mormon Coulee Rd.

• Approved $5.8M Sewer System Revenue Bonds (13-0)
• Awarded $89,442.27 traffic calming contract to Fowler & Hammer, Inc. (13-0)
• Awarded $131,866.00 sidewalk/ADA ramp contract to Fowler & Hammer, Inc. (13-0)
• Awarded $113,766.50 sidewalk infill contract to Fowler & Hammer, Inc. (13-0)
• Awarded $85,472.35 retaining wall contract to Gerke Excavating Inc. (13-0)
• Awarded $311,453.14 curb and gutter contract to Fowler & Hammer, Inc. (13-0)
• Approved rooming house conditional use permit at 5212 Mormon Coulee Rd (13-0)
• Rejected bids for the Badger-Hickey Park Shelter Project (13-0)

Committee for Citizens with Disabilities

The committee will discuss a resolution concerning sidewalks on 27th, 28th, and 29th streets. The agenda also includes updates on APS and PROWAG. Additionally, Nate Hundt will present information regarding transition age youth and community integrated employment.

• Discussion of sidewalk resolution for 27th, 28th, and 29th streets
• APS and PROWAG update
• Presentation on transition age youth (18-21 years old)
• Presentation on 14(c) certificate and community integrated employment

The Committee for Citizens with Disabilities met on April 11, 2024, with 8 members present and 1 excused. The committee received presentations from Nate Hundt on transition-age youth (18-21) and on the 14(c) certificate and competitive integrated employment. Updates were given on accessible pedestrian signals (APS) and PROWAG, and the committee discussed a resolution regarding sidewalks on 27th, 28th, and 29th streets that was scheduled for a final vote at the Council meeting that evening. No motions, votes, or formal decisions were recorded by the committee.

Housing Authority of the City of La Crosse

The Housing Authority will review the Executive Director's report covering administrative, resident services, occupancy, and maintenance departments. The board will also discuss 2024 HUD issued income limits and consider a project for exterior improvements at Forest Park.

• Review and approve HSR Project #23068 - Forest Park Exterior Improvements
• Discussion of 2024 HUD Issued Income Limits

Human Rights Commission

The Commission will determine if several filed complaints allege sufficient facts to be actionable. The agenda also includes a determination regarding jurisdiction for a complaint against the La Crosse Housing Authority.

• Fair Housing Complaint: Samantha Parker v. Coulee Region Rentals
• Fair Housing Complaint: Hannah Eitland v. Heather Johnson
• Discrimination Complaint: Taryn Baardseth v. Clerk of Courts
• Discrimination Complaint: Taryn Baardseth v. Collins Flaherty Law Office
• Discrimination Complaint: Taryn Baardseth v. Three Rivers Performance

The commission determined that two fair housing complaints alleged sufficient facts to proceed. Three discrimination complaints were dismissed with prejudice for failing to allege sufficient facts. The commission also agreed to allow staff to refer City-related cases administratively.

• Determined complaint 24-0346 (Parker v. Coulee Region Rentals) alleges sufficient facts
• Determined complaint 24-0487 (Eitland v. Johnson) alleges sufficient facts
• Dismissed complaint 24-0492 (Baardseth v. Clerk of Courts) with prejudice
• Dismissed complaint 24-0501 (Baardseth v. Collins Flaherty Law Office) with prejudice
• Dismissed complaint 24-0502 (Baardseth v. Three Rivers Performance) with prejudice
• Approved administrative referral of City-related cases for complaint 24-0486
• Approved April 10 meeting minutes (voice vote)

Neighborhood Revitalization Commission

The Neighborhood Revitalization Commission will discuss options to reduce or eliminate off-street over-parking requirements. The commission will also review previous work on parking requirements and define community outreach roles for commissioners.

• Review of options to reduce or eliminate off-street over-parking (Item 24-0498)
• Discussion regarding community outreach roles for commissioners
• Approval of March 6, 2024 meeting minutes

The Neighborhood Revitalization Commission reviewed options for reducing or eliminating off-street parking requirements for developers. No formal votes were taken on the parking proposals, and the meeting concluded after a discussion of potential regulatory approaches. The commission did approve the minutes from the March 6, 2024, meeting.

• Approved March 6, 2024 meeting minutes (voice vote)

Bicycle-Pedestrian Advisory Committee

The committee will review a proposed resolution to support designating the Mississippi River Trail within city limits. Members will also receive updates on the Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan and various grant projects.

• Resolution 24-0499 regarding Mississippi River Trail designation
• Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan Update (ALTA)
• Wagon Wheel Trail project update
• SS4A grant/project update
• Ride with the Mayor update

Library Board

The Library Board will review financial reports and the first quarter strategic plan implementation report. The agenda includes a presentation by Kate McNamer and discussion of future topics such as fund balance priorities.

• Approval of March 2024 and 13th Month bills and financial reports
• Strategic Plan Implementation: First Quarter Report
• 2025 Capital Improvement Budget Process update
• Review of Talon Security Services (future topic)
• Fund Balance Priorities (future topic)

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will review a construction contract change order and a request regarding camping restrictions. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from April 1, 2024.

• Construction Contract Change Order (Item 24-0475)
• Request to prohibit camping on various city-owned tax parcels (Item 24-0510)

The Board approved a construction contract change order and the previous meeting's minutes. A request to prohibit camping on various city-owned tax parcels was referred to a future meeting.

• Approved minutes from previous meeting (4-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved Construction Contract Change Order 24-0475 (5-0)
• Referred request to prohibit camping on city-owned land (24-0510) to June 3, 2024 (5-0)

Climate Action Plan Steering Committee

The committee will review the Year 1 Implementation Plan to provide direction for revisions. Discussion includes updates on working groups, Earth Fair involvement, and potential grant pursuits.

• Proposal to extend outreach and engagement contract with Paul Nicholas
• Review of CAP Year 1 Implementation Plan
• Discussion on Brownfield and Transportation Grants and Technical Assistance Pursuits

The Climate Action Plan Steering Committee approved a contract extension for Paul Nicholas to handle outreach and engagement. Members discussed upcoming Earth Fair participation and requested more guidance on working group expectations and implementation tracking.

• Approved extension of outreach & engagement contract with Paul Nicholas (voice vote)
• Approved meeting minutes (voice vote)

Board of Canvassers

The Board of Canvassers will process and tally the results from the April 2, 2024 Spring Election and Presidential Preference. The meeting also includes processing and tallying provisional ballots.

• Canvass returns of the April 2, 2024 Spring Election
• Process and tally presidential preference votes
• Process and tally provisional ballots

Finance & Personnel Committee

The Finance & Personnel Committee is reviewing several financial resolutions including a five-year capital equipment budget and sewer system revenue bonds. The agenda also includes lease extensions for City Brewing Company parking and various municipal code and infrastructure updates.

• 2025-2029 Capital Equipment Budget resolution
• Five-year lease extensions for City Brewing Company, LLC parking near Marco Drive and Joseph Houska Drive/Hood St.
• Sidewalk installation on 27th, 28th & 29th Street between Robinsdale Avenue and Diagonal Road
• Issuance of approximately $6,005,000 in Sewer System Revenue Bonds, Series 2024-A
• Collective bargaining agreement with Amalgamated Transit Union, Local #519 for 2023-2025

The Finance & Personnel Committee recommended several resolutions for Common Council adoption, including the 2025-2029 Capital Equipment Budget and the issuance of sewer system revenue bonds. The committee also recommended two parking lease extensions with City Brewing Company, LLC and a collective bargaining agreement for transit workers.

• Recommended 2025-2029 Capital Equipment Budget (6-0)
• Recommended five-year parking lease extension with City Brewing Company, LLC near Marco Drive (6-0)
• Recommended five-year parking lease extension with City Brewing Company, LLC near Joseph Houska Drive and Hood St. (6-0)
• Recommended sidewalk installation on 27th, 28th & 29th Street (4-2)
• Recommended carryover of 2023 unexpended appropriations to 2024 budget (6-0)
• Recommended funds to update Chapter 115-Zoning of the Municipal Code (5-1)
• Recommended self-insuring for worker’s compensation liability (6-0)
• Recommended issuance of approximately $6,005,000 in Sewer System Revenue Bonds (6-0)

Judiciary & Administration Committee

The Judiciary & Administration Committee will review several requests for property amendments and license expansions. The agenda includes public hearings for conditional use permits and district transfers at specific addresses.

• Kwik Trip #819 store remodel request at 921 Losey Blvd. S.
• The Charmant Hotel LLC expansion of alcohol beverage license and street privilege permit
• Conditional Use Permit for a rooming house at 5212 Mormon Coulee Rd.
• District transfer to allow residential rental units at 5212 Mormon Coulee Rd.
• District transfer for multi-family building at 415 12th Street N. and several Pine Street addresses

The Judiciary & Administration Committee recommended several ordinances and resolutions to the Common Council, including zoning changes for residential units and updates to city codes. The committee also recommended approving various business license applications and property plats.

• Recommended approval of Kwik Trip #819 premise description amendment (6-0)
• Recommended adoption of ordinance repealing Section 115-86 regarding district change protests (5-2)
• Recommended approval of The Charmant Hotel alcohol license expansion for August 16 event (7-0)
• Recommended adoption of ordinance amending property owner notifications (7-0)
• Recommended adoption of ordinance regarding cigarette and vaping device licensing (7-0)
• Recommended approval of rooming house permit and zoning change at 5212 Mormon Coulee Rd (7-0)
• Recommended adoption of zoning change for multi-family building at 415 12th St N and Pine St (7-0)
• Recommended adoption of ordinance adopting Public Right-of-Way Accessibility Guidelines (7-0)

Arts and Culture Board

The Arts and Culture Board will review the SlideRoom process for Small Projects Grants. The board will also consider a request to allow applicants living outside of the City of La Crosse to be eligible for grants.

• Review of SlideRoom process for April 1 Small Projects Grants (24-0470)
• Request to broaden grant eligibility to include residents outside of La Crosse (24-0471)

The Arts Board approved the March 5, 2024 meeting minutes. A request to expand grant eligibility to non-city residents was referred to the May 7 meeting. No action was taken on the SlideRoom review process for small projects grants.

• Approved March 5, 2024 minutes (voice vote)
• Referred request to broaden applicant eligibility criteria to May 7 meeting

Library Board

The Library Board Committee of the Whole will hear a space audit presentation from David Vinjamuri of Third Way Consultant. The meeting also includes a discussion regarding the Library Bereavement Policy.

• Space Audit Presentation by David Vinjamuri (Third Way Consultant)
• Library Bereavement Policy discussion

The Library Board met as a Committee of the Whole and received a space audit presentation from consultant David Vinjamuri, based on his January 30-31 site visit, recommending changes such as enlarging the Children's area, moving the Teen Room to the second floor, and relocating Archives to the lower level. A new draft bereavement policy was presented after the Board asked for the City policy to be re-worked. The Board requested a report on the impact of having Talon Security onsite from December 19 to March 19, to be provided at the May Committee of the Whole meeting. No motions, votes, or approvals are recorded in these minutes.

• No substantive decisions, motions, or votes recorded
• Received space audit presentation and recommendations from consultant David Vinjamuri
• Reviewed new draft bereavement policy after prior request to re-work the City policy
• Requested staff-perspective report on Talon Security onsite Dec 19–Mar 19, due at May Committee of the Whole

Police and Fire Commission

The Police and Fire Commission will meet to discuss fire personnel matters. The agenda includes a proposed promotion for a firefighter.

• Promotion of Firefighter Colton LeClaire to Engineer

The Police and Fire Commission approved the promotion of Firefighter Colton LeClaire to the position of Engineer. The motion was made by Commissioner Jentz, seconded by Commissioner Nasif, and passed with unanimous approval. Three commissioners were present and two were excused. The meeting was called to order at 9:30 a.m. and adjourned at 9:31 a.m.

• Approved promotion of Firefighter Colton LeClaire to Engineer (unanimous)

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will consider several lease agreement extensions for parking spaces used by City Brewing Company, LLC. Other items include a request for bridge inspection quotes and the partial vacation of public street right-of-way on Fisherman’s Road.

• Five-year lease extension for City Brewing Company, LLC near Marco Drive
• Five-year lease extension for City Brewing Company, LLC near Joseph Houska Drive and Hood St.
• Bridge Inspections quote request
• Partial vacation of public street right-of-way on the south side of Fisherman’s Road
• Temporary Street Privilege Permit for 315 Front Street North

The Board of Public Works approved two five-year lease extensions with City Brewing Company, LLC for parking spaces near Marco Drive and near Joseph Houska Drive and Hood St. It also approved a bridge inspections quote, a partial vacation of public street right-of-way on the south side of Fisherman's Road, and a temporary street privilege permit for 315 Front Street North. A bidder's proof of responsibility item saw no action taken. All votes were 4-0, with member Schwarz excused.

• Approved 5-year City Brewing parking lease extension near Marco Drive (4-0)
• Approved 5-year City Brewing parking lease extension near Joseph Houska Drive and Hood St (4-0)
• Approved bridge inspections quote (4-0)
• Approved partial vacation of public street right-of-way on south side of Fisherman's Road (4-0)
• Approved temporary street privilege permit for 315 Front Street North (4-0)
• No action taken on bidder's proof of responsibility (24-0477)

City Plan Commission

The City Plan Commission will review several rezoning petitions, ordinance amendments, and lease extensions. Items include property changes for residential and multi-family uses, as well as parking space agreements for City Brewing Company, LLC.

• Sign permit application for Ka Lia's Kitchen at 2964 Airport Rd
• Five-year lease extensions for City Brewing Company, LLC near Marco Drive and Joseph Houska Drive
• Conditional Use Permit and rezoning for a rooming house at 5212 Mormon Coulee Rd
• Rezoning for a single multi-family building at 415 12th Street N. and various Pine Street addresses
• Resolution allocating funds to update Chapter 115-Zoning of the Municipal Code

The commission approved several rezoning ordinances, including a rooming house at 5212 Mormon Coulee Rd and a multi-family building at 415 12th Street N. It also extended two parking lease agreements with City Brewing Company, LLC and allocated funds to update the municipal zoning code.

• Approved sign plans for Ka Lia's Kitchen at 2964 Airport Rd (unanimous)
• Approved ordinance to repeal Section 115-86 regarding district change protests, effective Jan 1, 2025 (7-1)
• Approved two five-year parking lease extensions for City Brewing Company, LLC (unanimous)
• Approved ordinance amending property owner notifications (unanimous)
• Approved conditional use permit for a rooming house at 5212 Mormon Coulee Rd (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of 5212 Mormon Coulee Rd to Multiple Dwelling District (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning for a multi-family building at 415 12th Street N. and Pine Street (unanimous, 1 recusal)
• Approved resolution to allocate funds for updating Chapter 115-Zoning (unanimous)

Commercial/Multi-Family Design Review Committee

The committee will review final plans for a commercial development at 600 Losey Blvd N. The meeting also includes a review of plans for a commercial development at 3900 State Rd 16.

• Review of plans for Forest Hills Pavilion at 600 Losey Blvd N.
• Review of plans for Raising Cane's at 3900 State Rd 16

Heritage Preservation Commission

The Commission will discuss research regarding ghost signs and the 2024 10 Most Endangered Building List. The meeting also includes an update on a WHS grant application for National Register property nominations.

• Discussion on Ghost Signs (24-0473)
• Update on WHS grant application for National Register property nominations
• Discussion on the 2024 10 Most Endangered Building List
• Introduction of new Commission Member Jim Gallagher

The Heritage Preservation Commission approved its January 18, 2024 special meeting minutes 6-0 and introduced new member Jim Gallagher. The commission reviewed a draft ordinance on historic 'ghost signs' and staff research, but took no vote; staff said they wanted direction on preservation criteria and methods. Staff reported the city had to withdraw a Wisconsin Historical Society grant application for National Register nominations because too few property owners agreed. The commission discussed the 2024 10 Most Endangered Building List and was directed to bring ideas to the next meeting.

• Approved January 18, 2024 special meeting minutes (6-0, voice vote)
• Introduced Jim Gallagher as a new commission member
• Reviewed draft ghost sign ordinance and staff research; no vote taken
• Staff reported withdrawal of WHS grant application for National Register nominations due to insufficient property owner agreement
• Discussed 2024 10 Most Endangered Building List; directed members to bring ideas to next meeting
• Adjourned at 7:21pm

Redevelopment Authority

The Redevelopment Authority will review the March 2024 financial report. The agenda also includes a monthly project manager report for the River Point District.

• Approval of February 22, 2024, meeting minutes
• March 2024 financial report (24-0363)
• River Point District monthly project manager report for March 2024 (24-0444)

The Redevelopment Authority met on March 28, 2024. The board approved the minutes from the February meeting and reviewed financial and project manager reports.

• Approved February 29, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Economic and Community Development Commission

The Economic and Community Development Commission will consider several development items. These include a potential purchase of 412 Liberty and a proposal regarding the former Fire Station #4. The commission will also review contract amendment and extension requests for Couleecap and WWBIC.

• Offer to Purchase 412 Liberty
• Proposal for Former Fire Station #4 from Jeff and Jill Murphy
• Couleecap Business Assistance contract amendment and extension request
• WWBIC Business Assistance contract extension request

The commission approved proceeding with a development agreement for former Fire Station #4 contingent on a sewer inspection. It also approved a property purchase offer for 412 Liberty and a contract extension for Couleecap.

• Approved purchase of 412 Liberty for $1 if no other offer is accepted within 90 days (unanimous)
• Approved proceeding with development agreement for former Fire Station #4 contingent on sewer line inspection (unanimous)
• Approved Couleecap Business Assistance contract extension request (unanimous)
• Denied WWBIC Business Assistance contract extension request (unanimous)
• Approved February 28, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)

City of La Crosse Diversity Equity Inclusion Team

The Diversity Equity Inclusion Team will meet to elect a committee co-chair and approve minutes from February 28, 2024. Members will review questions 10-15 of the City's Equity and Diversity Survey and discuss revising the team's mission, vision, and goals. The agenda also includes a discussion regarding the recruitment of new members.

• Election of a Committee Co-Chair
• Review of questions 10-15 from the City Equity and Diversity Survey
• Revision of DEI Team mission, vision, and goals
• Discussion regarding recruitment of new members

Board of Public Works

The Board will review quote proposals for structure demolition at 326 4th St S and Riverside Park irrigation system replacement. The agenda also includes several requests for communications infrastructure in rights-of-way by Brightspeed and Metro Fibernet.

• Quote proposals for structure demolition at 326 4th St S
• Request to accept quote for Riverside Park irrigation system replacement
• Brightspeed communications requests for George Street and Mulberry Lane
• Metro Fibernet communications requests near Mormon Coulee Rd
• Parking amendment for the 300 block of 15th Street North

The Board approved multiple special permit requests for communications infrastructure and a fence in the right-of-way. It also approved a parking amendment for the 300 block of 15th Street North. No action was taken on structure demolition quotes or the Riverside Park irrigation system.

• Approved Bidder's Proof of Responsibility (5-0)
• Approved fence in right-of-way at 2803 East Fairchild Street (5-0)
• Approved Brightspeed communications in ROW on George Street and Mulberry Lane (5-0)
• Approved Brightspeed communications in ROW in alleys between 2nd St, 4th St, State St, and Pearl St (5-0)
• Approved parking amendment on East side of 300 block of 15th Street North (5-0)
• Approved Metro Fibernet communications in ROW between Kammel Rd, N Marion St, Shelby Rd, and Mormon Coulee Rd (5-0)
• Approved Metro Fibernet communications in ROW between South Marion Rd, Lakota Pl, and Mormon Coulee Rd (5-0)

International Committee

The International Committee will meet to discuss various committee business. Agenda items include summer travel, funding requests, a website update, and an international banquet.

• Summer Travel (24-0449)
• Funding Requests (24-0450)
• Website Update (24-0451)
• International Banquet (24-0452)
• Cultural Center Discussion (24-0453)

The committee decided to limit sister city website directories to email contacts and set a May deadline for webpage drafts. A funding request for bi-lingual education program participants was tabled pending more information.

• Approved January 8, 2024 meeting minutes
• Tabled funding request for bi-lingual education program recognition
• Decided to exclude phone numbers from website directories, using only email
• Decided to have completed drafts of city webpages for review in May
• Determined southside library is not an appropriate site for international displays

Aviation Board

The Aviation Board will review updates regarding Airport Director candidates. The meeting also includes updates on projects, operations, marketing, air service, and Ft. McCoy.

• Update on Airport Director candidates
• Projects, Operations, Marketing, Air Service, and Ft. McCoy update

The board approved the minutes from the February 19, 2024 meeting. No other substantive decisions were recorded for the agenda items regarding airport director candidates or operational updates.

• Approved February 19, 2024 meeting minutes (voice vote)

Board of Park Commissioners

The Board of Park Commissioners will review several event requests for Riverside Park, Myrick Park, and Carroll Park. The agenda includes discussions on urban forestry grants, baseball field improvements, and a request to remove boulevard trees at 815 6th Street S.

• Walk to Defeat ALS in Riverside Park on October 12, 2024
• Parkinson's Walk in Myrick Park on May 4, 2024
• Sara Softball Tournament at Carroll Park on April 28, 2024
• Tree removal request for 815 6th Street S
• Potential right field improvements by La Crosse Loggers at Copeland Park Baseball Stadium

The Board of Park Commissioners approved multiple special event requests and a resolution for urban forestry grant funding. One request to remove boulevard trees was denied, and a fencing request was referred to a future meeting.

• Approved Walk to Defeat ALS in Riverside Park on Oct 12, 2024 (7-0)
• Approved resolution for Wisconsin DNR urban and community forestry grant funding (7-0)
• Approved Celebration of Motherhood event at Black River Beach Neighborhood Center on May 5, 2024 (7-0)
• Approved Parkinson's Walk in Myrick Park on May 4, 2024 (7-0)
• Approved Sara Softball Tournament at Carroll Park on April 28, 2024 (7-0)
• Approved native planting beautification at Eagle Watch (7-0)
• Denied request to remove two boulevard trees at 815 6th Street S (7-0)
• Approved La Crosse Queen ticket facility (7-0)

Building and Housing Appeals Board

The Building and Housing Appeals Board will consider a variance request regarding the stacking of shipping containers or similar conveyances. This item involves a request to deviate from City of La Crosse Municipal Ordinance Section 103-107(f)(1).

• Variance request for stacking shipping containers or similar conveyances (24-0398)

Police and Fire Commission

The Commission will review the March 2024 fire and police personnel reports. These items may be discussed in a closed session regarding employee performance or promotion data.

• Fire Personnel Report - March 2024 (24-0413)
• Police Personnel Report - March 2024 (24-0414)

The Commission approved the February 21, 2024 meeting minutes and accepted the March 2024 personnel reports for both fire and police departments. A special meeting was scheduled for April 1 to consider a promotion.

• Approved February 21, 2024 meeting minutes (2-0, 1 abstention)
• Accepted and filed March 2024 Fire Personnel Report (Unanimous)
• Accepted and filed March 2024 Police Personnel Report (Unanimous)
• Scheduled special meeting for April 1 to consider a promotion

La Crosse Center Board

The board will consider a request to approve liquor expenses and review January and February 2024 check registers. Staff will also present updates regarding sales, marketing, building operations, and Explore La Crosse.

• Request to approve liquor expenses
• Review of January and February 2024 DMI check registers
• Updates regarding financials, sales, events, and marketing
• Updates regarding food & beverage and building operations
• Updates regarding Explore La Crosse

The board approved the February 20, 2024 meeting minutes and a request for liquor expenses. Several updates regarding financials, sales, marketing, food and beverage, building operations, and Explore La Crosse were presented, but no action was taken on those items.

• Approved February 20, 2024 meeting minutes (voice vote)
• Approved liquor expenses request 24-0364 (voice vote)

Joint Board of Harbor Commissioners

The Joint Board of Harbor Commissioners will review several items regarding water regulations and infrastructure. The agenda includes requests for program approvals, buoy inspections, and permit applications.

• Approval of the 2024-2026 Statement of Intentions Harbor Assistance Program
• Approval of a buoy inspection contract
• Approval of buoy letters
• Approval of WDNR Buoy Permit Applications
• Discussion on dock inspection criteria for city and county infrastructure

The Joint Board of Harbor Commissioners approved the 2024-2026 Statement of Intentions for the Harbor Assistance Program as amended, with one member recused. The board also approved a buoy inspection contract unanimously. Several items — including buoy letters, WDNR buoy permit applications, dock inspection criteria, and an update on 300 Saint Cloud St. — were listed but had no action taken. The board approved its minutes and adjourned at 4:49pm.

• Approved 2024-2026 Statement of Intentions Harbor Assistance Program as amended (4 yes, 1 recused)
• Approved buoy inspection contract (unanimous)
• Approved March 18, 2024 minutes by voice vote
• No action taken on Code of Ethics review (24-0295)
• No action taken on buoy letters (24-0357)
• No action taken on WDNR Buoy Permit Applications (24-0358)
• No action taken on dock inspection criteria discussion (24-0392)
• No action taken on update on 300 Saint Cloud St. (24-0393)

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will consider several requests, including a street closure for the UWL Parking Ramp construction and new no-parking zones on 29th St S. The board will also review requests for equipment purchases and sign installations on local bridges.

• Street closure application for UWL Parking Ramp construction
• Purchase of a gas brush chipper
• No-parking zones on both sides of the 100 and 200 blocks of 29th St S
• Temporary Street Privilege Permit for 315 Front St
• Installation of suicide prevention signs on Cass Street and Cameron Street Bridges

The Board of Public Works approved several permits for street closures and the installation of suicide prevention signs on city bridges. The board also authorized the purchase of a gas brush chipper and new no-parking restrictions on 29th St S.

• Approved temporary SPP for UWL Parking Ramp construction street closure (5-0)
• Approved purchase of gas brush chipper (5-0)
• Approved no-parking both sides of street in 100 & 200 blocks of 29th St S (5-0)
• Approved Temporary Street Privilege Permit for 315 Front St (5-0)
• Approved installation of suicide prevention signs on Cass Street and Cameron Street Bridges (5-0)

Commercial/Multi-Family Design Review Committee

The Committee will review final plans for a commercial development located at 2622 Rose Street. The review includes final stormwater, sign, and building plans for the Kwik Trip project.

• Review of final plans for Kwik Trip at 2622 Rose Street
• Final Stormwater Plans
• Final Sign Plans

Committee for Citizens with Disabilities

The committee will review a resolution for sidewalk installation on 27th, 28th & 29th Street between Robinsdale Avenue and Diagonal Road. The meeting also includes updates on the WIS 35 Corridor Study and the Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan. Additionally, members will discuss potential partnerships with voting-related organizations.

• Resolution regarding sidewalk installation on 27th, 28th & 29th Street between Robinsdale Avenue and Diagonal Road
• WIS 35 Corridor Study update
• Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan update
• Discussion about partnering with voting-related organizations

The Committee for Citizens with Disabilities met on March 14, 2024, and voted unanimously against Resolution 24-0348 regarding sidewalk installation on 27th, 28th & 29th Streets between Robinsdale Avenue and Diagonal Road. The committee stated it believes sidewalks should be installed on those streets. The committee also received updates on the WIS 35 Corridor Study and the Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan, and discussed voting accessibility with a representative from the City Clerk's office.

• Voted unanimously against Resolution 24-0348 regarding sidewalk installation on 27th, 28th & 29th Streets between Robinsdale Avenue and Diagonal Road