De Pere, Wisconsin

Police & Fire Commission

The Police & Fire Commission will meet to discuss the creation of a firefighter eligibility list. The body will also consider and potentially act on appointments for firefighter and battalion chief positions.

• Creation of Firefighter Eligibility List
• Confirmation of appointment to position of Firefighter
• Confirmation of appointment to position of Battalion Chief

Plan Commission

License Committee

Common Council

Board of Public Works

Board of Health

General

Sustainability Commission

Common Council

License Committee

Board of Park Commissioners

Historic Preservation Commission

Plan Commission

Youth Commission

License Committee

Common Council

Sustainability Commission

Board of Public Works

Common Council

License Committee

Board of Park Commissioners

Youth Commission

Plan Commission

License Committee

Common Council

Board of Public Works

Sustainability Commission

Finance/Personnel Committee

Board of Park Commissioners

Common Council

License Committee

Historic Preservation Commission

Plan Commission

Youth Commission

Common Council

License Committee

Board of Public Works

Board of Health

Sustainability Commission

License Committee

Common Council

Board of Park Commissioners

Plan Commission

Youth Commission

License Committee

Common Council

Sustainability Commission

Board of Public Works

License Committee

License Committee

Common Council

Board of Park Commissioners

Youth Commission

Historic Preservation Commission

License Committee

Common Council

Board of Public Works

Sustainability Commission

License Committee

License Committee

Board of Park Commissioners

Board of Park Commissioners

Youth Commission

Common Council

License Committee

Common Council

Board of Public Works

Sustainability Commission

License Committee

License Committee

Board of Park Commissioners

Board of Park Commissioners

Historic Preservation Commission

Youth Commission

Common Council

License Committee

Board of Public Works

Sustainability Commission

License Committee

License Committee

Board of Park Commissioners

Board of Park Commissioners

Youth Commission

License Committee

Common Council

Sustainability Commission

Board of Park Commissioners

Board of Park Commissioners

Historic Preservation Commission

Youth Commission

Common Council

Sustainability Commission

Board of Park Commissioners

Board of Park Commissioners

Youth Commission

Common Council

Sustainability Commission

Board of Park Commissioners

Board of Park Commissioners

Sustainability Commission

Sustainability Commission

Sustainability Commission

Sustainability Commission

Sustainability Commission

Sustainability Commission

Sustainability Commission

Youth Commission

The De Pere Youth Commission will consider approving the minutes from its June 24 meeting, hear a guest speaker, and review a leadership workbook. Commissioners will vote on a new Instagram name and hold a discussion about parks. The meeting also includes updates on upcoming dates, a roundtable, and commissioner reports.

• Approval of June 24, 2026 Youth Commission meeting minutes
• Guest speaker: City Manager Kim Flom
• Review of Leadership Workbook Chapter 2: Developing a Growth Mindset
• Vote on Youth Commission Instagram name
• Parks discussion

Common Council

The Common Council will consider several public hearings, including an area development plan for Lost Dauphin Road and amendments to the zoning ordinance. New business includes license committee recommendations, a brewing company retail sales application, and an internet service quote for a parking ramp. Several resolutions will authorize the issuance of general obligation promissory notes totaling up to $23 million and other service agreements.

• Ordinance #26-14 amending the Official Street Map to add a future street at Lost Dauphin Road North (2100 block)
• Ordinance #26-15 amending Chapter 14 of the Municipal Zoning Ordinance (June 2026 amendments)
• Approval of a Producer Full-Service Retail Sales Application for One Barrel Brewing Company, 303 Reid St.
• Approval of an internet service quotation from TDS Telecommunications, LLC for the 224 N. Wisconsin Parking Ramp
• Resolutions authorizing issuance of General Obligation Promissory Notes up to $11.8 M, $7.15 M, and $3.9 M

License Committee

The License Committee will first approve the minutes from its July 7, 2026 meeting. It will hear requests from Sandra Rodriguez and Chelsea Cure to appear regarding the denial of their operator license applications. The committee will also consider and potentially approve a Producer Full‑Service Retail Sales Application submitted by One Barrel Brewing Company located at 303 Reid Street.

• Approve minutes of the July 7, 2026 License Committee meeting
• Hear request from Sandra Rodriguez to appear about denied operator license
• Hear request from Chelsea Cure to appear about denied operator license
• Consider Producer Full‑Service Retail Sales Application for One Barrel Brewing Company, 303 Reid Street

Board of Park Commissioners

The De Pere Board of Park Commissioners will consider approving bids for playground surfacing at Volunteer and Carney Parks, the Ice Arena flooring, and year-end financial statements for the De Pere Ice Center. The board will also discuss beer garden revenue allocation and accept a $3,000 donation from Aurora BayCare Sports Medicine.

• Accept $3,000 donation from Aurora BayCare Sports Medicine
• Approve Ice Arena flooring bid
• Approve Volunteer Park playground surfacing bid
• Approve Carney Park playground surfacing bid
• Discuss beer garden revenue allocation

Sustainability Commission

Finance/Personnel Committee

The Finance/Personnel Committee will consider several financial actions, including approval of the 2025 Management Letter and Financial Statements and various resolutions for 2026 promissory notes. It will also review an updated agreement with the Fox River Fire District and a proposed sale and development agreement with Machine Plus for expansion at 2130 American Blvd. Additional items include a quotation for internet service at the 224 N. Wisconsin Parking Ramp and an update on a compensation study.

• Sale and Development Agreement with Machine Plus for expansion at 2130 American Blvd (West Business Park)
• Approval of quotation for internet service at 224 N. Wisconsin Parking Ramp from TDS Telecommunications, LLC
• Updated agreement for Fox River Fire District
• Parameters Resolution for 2026A G.O. promissory notes
• Update on Compensation Study

Board of Public Works

The De Pere Board of Public Works will meet to approve minutes from the June 8, 2026 meeting and consider contracts for preventative maintenance on backup generators and the Merrill Street Well Station.

• Approval of June 8, 2026 Board of Public Works meeting minutes
• Consideration of preventative maintenance contract for backup generators
• Consideration of Merrill Street Well Station Inspection Project
• Consideration of Nominal Payment Parcel Report for Project 4190-17-00

Common Council

The De Pere Common Council will consider authorizing development agreements for two properties, a utility easement for the Ice Arena, and professional service agreements for a park dock system and downtown master plan. The body will also review liquor license recommendations.

• Authorize development agreement for TPAMMT, LLC (303 Reid Street)
• Authorize development agreement for New Land Enterprises LLC (100 S Broadway)
• Authorize utility easement for Wisconsin Public Service (Ice Arena)
• Authorize GRAEF-USA contract for Voyageur Park dock system
• Review liquor license recommendations for Nicolet Ale Works and renewals

License Committee

The License Committee will approve the minutes from the June 16, 2026 meeting. It will consider an application for a Class B Fermented Malt Beverage/Class C Wine license for Nicolet Ale Works, LLC at 301 Main Av. The committee will also review renewal applications for Class A Fermented Malt Beverage/Class A Intoxicating Liquor licenses and Class B Fermented Malt Beverage/Class B Intoxicating Liquor licenses for the period July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2027.

• Approval of minutes from the June 16, 2026 License Committee meeting
• Application for a Class B Fermented Malt Beverage/Class C Wine license for Nicolet Ale Works, LLC, 301 Main Av
• Renewal application for Class A Fermented Malt Beverage/Class A Intoxicating Liquor license (July 1, 2026 – June 30, 2027)
• Renewal applications for Class B Fermented Malt Beverage/Class B Intoxicating Liquor licenses (July 1, 2026 – June 30, 2027)

Youth Commission

The Youth Commission will meet to review the first chapter of a leadership workbook and hear from guest speaker Joanne Bungert. The session includes a roundtable discussion and commissioner reports.

• Guest speaker: City Attorney Joanne Bungert
• Leadership Workbook: Chapter 1; The Foundations of Leadership
• Roundtable Discussion

Historic Preservation Commission

Plan Commission

The Plan Commission will discuss a potential 12-month moratorium on hyperscale data centers and a contract amendment with SmithGroup for downtown and comprehensive plan engagement. The body is also reviewing zoning map amendments and land use changes for several properties.

• Proposed 12-month moratorium for hyperscale data centers
• Zoning map amendment from PI-1 to PI-2 at 1500 Fort Howard AV
• Comprehensive Plan amendment to change 'Industrial Park' to 'Multi-Family Residential' at 2108 Lawrence DR and 1800 Southbridge RD
• Contract amendment with SmithGroup for Downtown Master Plan and Comprehensive Plan assistance
• June 2026 amendments to Municipal Code Chapter 14 (Zoning Ordinance)

Board of Park Commissioners

The Board of Park Commissioners will consider an easement with WPS for electrical upgrades at the De Pere Ice Arena and an amendment to a Graef consulting agreement for Voyageur Park docks. The board will also discuss a proposed access trail for Southwest Park from the Mystic Creek subdivision.

• Easement with WPS for De Pere Ice Arena electrical upgrades
• Amendment to Graef consulting agreement for Voyageur Park docks
• Discussion on Southwest Park access trail from Mystic Creek subdivision
• Staff update on the Wilson Park project
• Staff update on non-profit fee waivers

Common Council

The De Pere Common Council will consider Community Service Grant applications, award contracts for Main Alley and Berm construction, and review liquor license renewals. The body will also approve agreements for professional services, utility easements, and a development agreement.

• Award of Contract 26-14 Main Alley Reconstruction
• Award of Contract 26-23 Berm Construction
• Review of Experience De Pere Business Recruitment Grant repayment
• Renewal of Class A, B, and C liquor licenses
• Approval of AI voice, text chat and web chat services platform

The Common Council approved several community service grants, various liquor license applications, and two municipal code ordinances. The council also passed multiple resolutions regarding engineering, highway projects, and utility easements, while tabling a redevelopment agreement for 303 Reid Street.

• Approved $375 each for four community service grant applicants (unanimous)
• Waived repayment of prorated grant amount for The Porch Bar, LLC (unanimous)
• Approved Main Alley Reconstruction contract (unanimous)
• Approved Berm Construction contract (unanimous)
• Approved Class B/C liquor license for De Pere Hotel Associates, LLC (unanimous)
• Approved various liquor license renewals (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance #26-12 regarding municipal rates and charges (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance #26-13 amending municipal code chapters (unanimous)

License Committee

The License Committee will consider a new alcohol license application for a hotel and review several license renewals for the upcoming period starting July 1, 2026.

• Class 'B' Fermented Malt Beverage/'Class C' Wine license application for De Pere Hotel Associates, LLC (TownePlace Suites) at 215 N Wisconsin St
• Renewal applications for Class 'A' Fermented Malt Beverage/'Class A' Intoxicating Liquor licenses
• Renewal applications for Class 'B' Fermented Malt Beverage/'Class C' Wine licenses
• Renewal applications for Class 'B' Fermented Malt Beverage/'Class B' Intoxicating Liquor licenses

The committee approved the June 2, 2026, meeting minutes. It also granted a new Class B/Class C license to De Pere Hotel Associates, LLC (DBA TownePlace Suites) and approved several categories of liquor license renewals for the upcoming period.

• Approved June 2, 2026, meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Class B/Class C license for De Pere Hotel Associates, LLC (unanimous)
• Approved Class A Fermented Malt Beverage/Intoxicating Liquor renewals (unanimous)
• Approved Class B Fermented Malt Beverage/Wine license renewals (unanimous)
• Approved Class B Fermented Malt Beverage/Intoxicating Liquor renewals (unanimous)

Finance/Personnel Committee

The Finance/Personnel Committee will meet to discuss several contracts and municipal code amendments. The body is considering a development agreement for a new facility and a four-year AI services contract. Members will also review preliminary borrowing for 2026.

• Sale and Development Agreement Terms with Jim Cornell Plumbing LLC for 700 Millennium Court
• Four-year contract with Polimorphic, Inc. for AI Voice, Text Chat and Web Chat services
• Preliminary 2026 Borrowing approval
• 2025 SAFER Grant Application for Fire Department
• Amendments to Municipal Code Chapters 26, 78, 82, and 94

Sustainability Commission

Board of Review

Board of Public Works

The De Pere Board of Public Works will approve the May 11 meeting minutes and discuss several items, including moving a rubbish drop‑off site, amending municipal fee rates, and approving easements and engineering services. The board will also consider awarding Contract 26‑14 for Main Alley Reconstruction and other contract proposals. All items are subject to board action at the June 8 meeting.

• Approval of May 11, 2026 Board of Public Works meeting minutes
• Consideration of moving rubbish drop‑off site
• Amendment to Municipal Code Section 27‑5 – rates and charges
• Award of Contract 26‑14 for Main Alley Reconstruction
• Award of Contract 26‑23 for Berm Construction

Common Council

The Common Council will meet to discuss a summer study session. The agenda is primarily procedural.

• Discussion of summer study session

License Committee

The De Pere License Committee will meet to approve minutes from the previous meeting and consider renewal applications for various alcohol licenses valid from July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2027.

• Approval of May 19, 2026 meeting minutes
• Renewal of Class 'A' Fermented Malt Beverage license
• Renewal of Class 'A' Fermented Malt Beverage/Intoxicating Liquor licenses
• Renewal of Class 'B' Fermented Malt Beverage/Wine licenses
• Renewal of Class 'B' Fermented Malt Beverage/Intoxicating Liquor licenses

The committee approved the minutes from the May 19, 2026 meeting. It unanimously approved renewal applications for the Class A fermented malt beverage license, the Class A fermented malt beverage/intoxicating liquor license, the Class B fermented malt beverage/Class C wine license, and the Class B fermented malt beverage/Class B intoxicating liquor license for the period July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2027. No other business was taken.

• Approved May 19 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Class A fermented malt beverage license renewal (unanimous)
• Approved Class A fermented malt beverage/intoxicating liquor license renewal (unanimous)
• Approved Class B fermented malt beverage/Class C wine license renewal (unanimous)
• Approved Class B fermented malt beverage/Class B intoxicating liquor license renewal (unanimous)

Common Council

The Common Council will consider liquor license renewals for the 2026-2027 period. The body will also review property access agreements and the release of utility easements.

• Renewal applications for Class A, B, and C liquor and fermented malt beverage licenses
• Hold-Harmless and Property Access Agreement with Brown County for Perkofski Boat Launch
• Release of utility easements at 1000 BLK Employers BL and 1950-1962 Longtail CT
• 3-lot certified survey map at 2330-2360 and 2280 American BL
• Tree donation from Green Bay Packers and Green Bay Packaging valued at $2,500

The council unanimously approved the meeting agenda and consent items, including tree and soccer field donations and a survey map. It also unanimously renewed all Class A and B fermented malt beverage and liquor licenses for the July 1 2026 – June 30 2027 period. The council adopted two resolutions: a hold‑harmless and property access agreement with Brown County for the Perkofski Boat Launch, and a release of utility easements for specified parcels. All actions passed by unanimous roll‑call vote.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda items (unanimous)
• Renewed Class A fermented malt beverage license (unanimous)
• Renewed Class A intoxicating liquor license (unanimous)
• Renewed Class B fermented malt beverage / Class C wine license (unanimous)
• Renewed Class B fermented malt beverage / Class B intoxicating liquor license (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution #26-47 hold‑harmless and property access agreement with Brown County (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution #26-48 release of utility easements for specified parcels (unanimous)

Police & Fire Commission

The Police & Fire Commission will meet to review candidates for the Assistant Fire Chief position. The body may enter a closed session to discuss employment before reconvening to confirm an appointment.

• Consideration of candidates for Assistant Fire Chief
• Confirmation of appointment for Assistant Fire Chief

Youth Commission

The De Pere Youth Commission will hold a regular meeting to conduct member introductions, review by-laws, and elect officers for the 2026-27 term. The body will also vote on a proposed Youth Commission flag design.

• Election of 2026-27 officers
• Vote on Youth Commission flag design
• Review of by-laws
• Member introductions
• Public comment period

Plan Commission

The commission approved the minutes from the April 27 meeting and a three‑lot certified survey map. It held over a zoning map amendment for the Fort Howard Fairgrounds until June. The commission approved design exception #1 for a balcony at 301‑305 Main Ave and tabled design exception #2 for façade materials. It also approved the release of two 10‑foot utility easements.

• Approved minutes of April 27, 2026 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved 3‑lot certified survey map at 2330‑2360 & 2280 American Blvd (unanimous)
• Held over zoning map amendment for 1500 Fort Howard Ave to June meeting (unanimous)
• Approved major design exception #1 (balcony) at 301‑305 Main Ave (unanimous)
• Tabled major design exception #2 (façade material) to June meeting (unanimous)
• Approved release of two 10‑foot utility easements at 1000 blk Employers Blvd and 1950‑1962 Longtail Ct (unanimous)

Board of Park Commissioners

The De Pere Board of Park Commissioners will elect a chair and vice‑chair, approve minutes from the April meeting, and consider several donations and program updates. The board will vote on a land‑access agreement with Brown County for a trail extension at the Perkofski Boat Launch. It will also review the third‑quarter financial statements for the De Pere Ice Arena and plans for the Wilson Park development project.

• Elect Chairperson and Vice Chairperson of the Board
• Approve modifications to the Preserve stormwater pond
• Accept tree donation from Green Bay Packer and Green Bay Packaging valued at $2,500
• Approve agreement with Brown County for access to city property at Perkofski Boat Launch for trail extension
• Approve third‑quarter financial statements for the De Pere Ice Arena

The Board elected Randy Soquet as Chairperson and James Kneiszel as Vice Chairperson, both unanimously. It approved modifications to enlarge the Preserve stormwater pond and an agreement with Brown County for trail access at Perkofski Boat Launch. The Board also approved a tree‑planting program amendment, two $2,500 donations, and the third‑quarter financial statements for the De Pere Ice Arena (passed with one abstention). All actions were adopted unanimously unless noted otherwise.

• Elected Randy Soquet Chairperson (unanimous)
• Elected James Kneiszel Vice Chairperson (unanimous)
• Approved modifications to Preserve stormwater pond (unanimous)
• Approved agreement with Brown County for trail access at Perkofski Boat Launch (unanimous)
• Approved revision of tree‑planting program to include 2027 funding (unanimous)
• Accepted $2,500 tree donation from Green Bay Packers and Green Bay Packaging (unanimous)
• Accepted $2,500 donation from WI United FC Soccer for plant growth regulators (unanimous)
• Approved third‑quarter De Pere Ice Arena financial statements (passed, 1 abstain)

License Committee

The License Committee will meet to discuss renewal applications for various liquor licenses. These renewals cover the licensing period from July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2027.

• Renewal applications for Class 'A' Fermented Malt Beverage/Intoxicating Liquor Licenses
• Renewal applications for Class 'B' Fermented Malt Beverage Licenses
• Renewal applications for Class 'B' Fermented Malt Beverage/Intoxicating Liquor Licenses
• Renewal applications for Reserve Class 'B' Fermented Malt Beverage/Intoxicating Liquor Licenses

The committee approved the minutes from the May 5, 2026 meeting. It then unanimously approved renewal applications for Class A fermented malt beverage/intoxicating liquor licenses, Class B fermented malt beverage licenses, and a reserve Class B license for the period July 1 2026 through June 30 2027. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Approved May 5, 2026 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Class A fermented malt beverage/intoxicating liquor license renewals (unanimous)
• Approved Class B fermented malt beverage license renewals (unanimous)
• Approved Class B fermented malt beverage/intoxicating liquor license renewals (unanimous)
• Approved reserve Class B fermented malt beverage license renewal (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Common Council

The Common Council will consider liquor license renewals, a wage scale for non-benefit eligible employees, and several intergovernmental agreements. The body is also reviewing resolutions for professional services and utility infrastructure expansion.

• Resolution #26-38: Digital Solutions Agreement with Govstack using $15,204 from Unassigned Reserves
• Resolution #26-43: Professional Services with Berry, Dunn, McNeil & Parker, LLC using $56,000 from Unassigned Reserves
• Resolution #26-39 and #26-40: Utility easements for 925 South Sixth Street and 711-815 S Sixth Street
• Resolution #26-42: Intergovernmental agreement with Town of Ledgeview for Old Plank Road resurfacing
• Resolution #26-45: Intergovernmental agreement with Town of Ledgeview for interim fire chief support

The Common Council unanimously approved a digital solutions agreement with Govstack for website provider services, transferring $15,204 from Unassigned Reserves. It also approved appointments to the Sustainability Commission, renewal of several Class A and B fermented malt beverage licenses, the 2026 Non‑Benefit Eligible Employees wage scale, revisions to the Community Service Grant program, and retained Stafford Rosenbaum LLP as outside counsel. All items were adopted by roll‑call vote with unanimous support.

• Approved Digital Solutions Agreement with Govstack, $15,204 transfer (unanimous)
• Approved appointments of Kevin Gerwing and Olive Pantzlaff to Sustainability Commission (unanimous)
• Approved renewal of Class A Fermented Malt Beverage/Intoxicating Liquor licenses (unanimous)
• Approved renewal of Class B Fermented Malt Beverage licenses (unanimous)
• Approved 2026 Non‑Benefit Eligible Employees wage scale (unanimous)
• Approved revisions to Community Service Grant Program criteria (unanimous)
• Approved retention of Stafford Rosenbaum LLP for Public Service Commission representation (unanimous)
• Approved multiple resolutions including utility easements, sidewalk orders, intergovernmental agreements, and professional services contracts (unanimous)

Finance/Personnel Committee

The Finance/Personnel Committee will review the 2026 wage scale for non-benefit eligible employees and the structure of the Community Service Grant Program. The body is also considering a contract for ERP consulting services and the retention of outside legal counsel for utility extensions.

• 2026 Non-Benefit Eligible Employees Wage Scale
• Community Service Grant Program criteria and structure revisions
• Contract award to BerryDunn for Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) Consulting Services
• Retention of Stafford Rosenbaum LLP for Public Service Commission representation regarding southeast area utility extensions
• Cash and Investments Report for March 31, 2026

The Finance/Personnel Committee elected Alderperson Kundinger as Vice Chair. It approved a new level‑6 site‑supervisor position for the flag‑football program at a cost of $46 for the season. The committee adopted revisions to the Community Service Grant Program, moving to an annual award starting in 2027. It also approved a $56,000 unassigned‑reserve addition to award BerryDunn a contract for ERP consulting services.

• Elected Alderperson Kundinger as Vice Chair (unanimous)
• Approved April 14, 2026 Finance/Personnel minutes (unanimous)
• Approved new level‑6 site‑supervisor position for flag‑football ($46 season cost) (unanimous)
• Approved revisions to Community Service Grant Program, shifting to annual award in 2027 (unanimous)
• Approved BerryDunn ERP consulting contract with $56,000 unassigned‑reserve addition (unanimous)
• Approved cash and investments report for March 31 2026 (unanimous)
• Approved retention of Stafford Rosenbaum LLP as outside counsel for utility extension (unanimous)

Sustainability Commission

The Sustainability Commission will elect a Chairperson and Vice Chairperson. Members will discuss a work plan and prioritize initiatives including composting, green energy, and pollinator gardens.

• Election of Chairperson
• Election of Vice Chairperson
• Discussion on Adopt-a-Drain initiative
• Discussion on Composting initiative
• Discussion on Green Energy initiative

Board of Health

The De Pere Board of Health will meet to approve previous minutes, appoint a vice chair, and consider a formal agreement with the Village of Howard for citizen animal response team services. The agenda also includes the review of the 2025 health department annual report and various departmental reports.

• Approval of February 9, 2026 Board of Health minutes
• Nomination and appointment of vice chairperson
• Formal agreement with Village of Howard for citizen animal response team services
• Consideration of 2025 health department annual report
• Review of 2026 health department policies and procedures

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will consider actions on easements for two properties on S Sixth Street and sidewalk repair charges for 2026 and 2027. The board will also discuss snowplow and yard waste operations and a construction agreement for Old Plank Road.

• Proposed Easement at 925 S Sixth Street (Project 26-16)
• Proposed Easement 711-815 S Sixth Street (Project 26-01)
• 2026 Sidewalk Repair Orders and Special Charges
• 2027 Gap Sidewalk Orders and Special Charges
• Intergovernmental Agreement with Town of Ledgeview for Old Plank Road Construction

License Committee

The License Committee will elect a chair and a vice chair. It will approve the minutes from the April 21, 2026 meeting. It will consider applications for special permits to allow alcohol consumption on public ways for the Tour De Pere, Alley Nights, and Music on the Plaza events.

• Election of License Committee Chair
• Election of License Committee Vice Chair
• Approval of minutes from the April 21, 2026 License Committee meeting
• Review of special permit application for Tour De Pere on June 22, 2026
• Review of special permit applications for Alley Nights (June 19, July 17, August 21) and Music on the Plaza (June 26, July 24, August 28) 2026

The committee elected Alderperson Gantz as chair and Alderperson Perock as vice chair, both unanimously. It approved the April 21 meeting minutes. It unanimously approved special permits for alcohol at the Tour De Pere, Alley Nights, and Music on the Plaza events.

• Elected Alderperson Gantz as License Committee Chair (unanimous)
• Elected Alderperson Perock as License Committee Vice Chair (unanimous)
• Approved April 21, 2026 License Committee minutes (unanimous)
• Approved special permit for Tour De Pere event, June 22 (unanimous)
• Approved special permit for Alley Nights events, June 19, July 17, Aug 21 (unanimous)
• Approved special permit for Music on the Plaza events, June 26, July 24, Aug 28 (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:05 PM (unanimous)

Common Council

The Common Council will discuss development agreement terms for a redevelopment project on the west side of the 100 S Broadway block. The body will also vote on several resolutions regarding land development, lease agreements, and a street name change.

• Proposed development agreement with New Land Enterprises LLC for 100 S Broadway Block
• Resolution #26-33 authorizing development agreement with Ninth Street Development, LLC
• Resolution #26-35 to rename Southbrige Road, Red Maple Road, and Rockland Road to Generations Boulevard
• Resolution #26-34 for Fourth Amendment to lease with Brown County Ice Management, Inc.
• Acceptance of a $2,500 donation from Ameriprise Financial to the Recreation Scholarship Fund

The Common Council approved the proposed development agreement terms with New Land Enterprises LLC for the Lockside project on the west side of 100 S Broadway. The agreement was adopted by roll‑call vote with all members voting aye. The council also approved several other items, including youth commission appointments, board appointments, a $2,500 donation, and three special‑permit events.

• Approved development agreement terms with New Land Enterprises LLC (unanimous)
• Approved youth commission appointments (unanimous)
• Approved board and commission appointments (unanimous)
• Accepted $2,500 donation to Recreation Scholarship Fund (unanimous)
• Approved special‑permit for Tour De Pere event (unanimous)
• Approved special‑permit for Alley Nights events (unanimous)
• Approved special‑permit for Music on the Plaza events (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution #26‑33 authorizing development agreement with Ninth Street Development, LLC (unanimous)

Plan Commission

The commission approved the minutes from the February 23, 2026 meeting. It also approved three‑lot extraterritorial certified survey maps for parcels at 3852‑3890 Creamery Rd, 3223 Lost Dauphin Rd, and 2315 Lawrence Pkwy. Additionally, the commission approved changing Southbridge Rd, part of Red Maple Rd, and Rockland Rd to Generations Blvd. All actions were approved unanimously by the six commissioners present.

• Approved minutes of Feb 23 2026 meeting (all six members voted aye)
• Approved 3‑lot certified survey map for 3852‑3890 Creamery Rd (Parcel D‑376, D‑376‑2) (all six members voted aye)
• Approved 2‑lot certified survey map for 3223 Lost Dauphin Rd (Parcel L‑552) (all six members voted aye)
• Approved 3‑lot certified survey map for 2315 Lawrence Pkwy (Parcel L‑2111) (all six members voted aye)
• Approved street name change to Generations Blvd for Southbridge Rd, part of Red Maple Rd, and Rockland Rd (all six members voted aye)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will discuss the status of three active projects: two public education programs and historic property designations. The body will also discuss receiving an 'Advocacy Award' from the Wisconsin Association of Historic Preservation Commission.

• Discussion of 'Advocacy Award' for historic residential neighborhood district signs installed in fall 2025
• Status review of public education program #1
• Status review of public education program #2
• Status review of historic property designations

The commission approved the minutes from the February 23, 2026 meeting with all four members voting yes. No formal action was taken on the education projects or historic designations pending funding. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously at 6:10 p.m.

• Approved February 23, 2026 meeting minutes (4 ayes)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:10 p.m. (unanimous)

Common Council

The Common Council will hold a public hearing regarding a thoroughfare vacation on LeBrun Street. The body is also reviewing several public works contracts for street paving, sewer and water relay, and facility upgrades.

• Public hearing on vacating a portion of the public thoroughfare at the 1900 block of LeBrun Street
• Selection of Govstack for website provider services for $15,204
• Award of contracts for Concrete Street Paving, Curb Repair, and Merrill Street Reconstruction
• Award of contracts for Community Center and City Hall air handler upgrades
• Resolution #26-32 to amend municipal court costs

The Common Council adopted a resolution to vacate a portion of LeBrun Street at the 1900 block. It approved the selection of Govstack for website services and a series of public works contracts for sewer, water, street resurfacing, concrete paving, curb repair, manhole rehabilitation, and other infrastructure projects. The council also elected new members to the Plan Commission, appointed a council president, and approved several resolutions and a change of agent for the De Pere Cultural Foundation.

• Vacated portion of LeBrun St (Resolution #26-17) – approved, unanimous
• Selected Govstack for website services ($15,204) – approved, unanimous
• Awarded Contract 26-01 Sewer and Water Relay and Street Resurfacing – approved, unanimous
• Awarded Contract 26-02 Concrete Street Paving – approved, unanimous
• Awarded Contract 26-07 Curb Repair and Street Resurfacing – approved, unanimous
• Awarded Contract 26-08 Manhole Rehabilitation – approved, unanimous
• Changed agent for De Pere Cultural Foundation to Marvin A. Wall – approved, unanimous
• Elected Alderperson Shana Ledvina as President of the Common Council – approved, unanimous

License Committee

The De Pere License Committee will meet to approve the minutes from the previous meeting and consider an application to change the agent for the Mulva Cultural Center. The meeting will be held in person at City Hall and virtually.

• Approval of April 8, 2026 minutes
• Change of agent for Mulva Cultural Center (221 S Broadway)

The committee elected Alderperson Gantz as Chair Pro Tem by unanimous vote. It approved the minutes from the April 8, 2026 meeting. It also approved the application to change the agent for De Pere Cultural Foundation Inc., DBA Mulva Cultural Center to Marvin A. Wall, also unanimously.

• Elected Alderperson Gantz as Chair Pro Tem (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of April 8, 2026 License Committee meeting (unanimous)
• Approved change of agent for De Pere Cultural Foundation Inc., DBA Mulva Cultural Center to Marvin A. Wall (unanimous)

Board of Park Commissioners

The Board of Park Commissioners will consider several approvals, including donations and rental waivers. The board will also review playground color schemes and the conceptual design for Wilson Park.

• Possible approval of $2,500 donation from Ameriprise Financial to the Recreation Scholarship Fund
• Rental waiver request from Cerebral Palsy Inc. for East River Trail use
• Color scheme approvals for Carney Park and Volunteer Park playgrounds
• Approval of third quarter financial statements for the De Pere Ice Arena
• Review of Wilson Park conceptual design with Graef

The board unanimously approved the March 19, 2026 meeting minutes and accepted a $2,500 Ameriprise donation to the Recreation Scholarship Fund. It denied Cerebral Palsy Inc.’s request for a rental waiver on the East River Trail. Commissioners also approved new color palettes for the Carney and Volunteer Park playgrounds and voted to table the third‑quarter Ice Arena financial statements pending further detail.

• Approved March 19, 2026 Board of Park Commissioners minutes (unanimous)
• Accepted $2,500 donation from Ameriprise Financial for the Recreation Scholarship Fund (unanimous)
• Denied rental waiver request from Cerebral Palsy Inc. for East River Trail (unanimous)
• Approved West Palm Beach color palette with dark blue slide and orange climbing wall for Carney Park playground (unanimous)
• Approved color option R7 with brown substitution for Volunteer Park Playground (unanimous)
• Tabled approval of third‑quarter De Pere Ice Arena financial statements (unanimous)

Finance/Personnel Committee

The Finance/Personnel Committee will consider several land development agreements and service contracts. The body will also review municipal court citation costs and a tax increment district funding analysis.

• Sale and development terms with Ehlinger Properties LLC for 5.9 acres on American BLVD
• Sale and development terms with Lighthouse Production for 4.1 acres on American BLVD
• Development terms for an 82-unit multifamily project off Lawrence Drive and Southbridge Road
• Selection of Govstack for website services for $15,204 from unassigned reserves
• Proposed increase to Municipal Court Citation Costs

The Finance/Personnel Committee voted unanimously to adopt a funding plan that would require $5.7 million in general‑fund borrowing for the Bridge Connector Tax Increment District. It also approved a new lab services agreement with Quest Diagnostics, raised the municipal court citation fee to $48, selected Govstack as the website provider using $15,204 from unassigned reserves, and authorized a Chase Paymentech merchant application for the Perkofski boat launch. In addition, the committee approved sale and development agreements for two parcels on American Boulevard and authorized funding for an 82‑unit multifamily project.

• Approved lab services agreement with Quest Diagnostics (5-0)
• Adopted increased municipal court citation fee to $48 (5-0)
• Approved Govstack website provider contract $15,204 from unassigned reserves (5-0)
• Approved Chase Paymentech merchant application for Perkofski boat launch (5-0)
• Approved sale/development agreement with Ehlinger Properties for 5.9‑acre parcel (5-0)
• Approved sale/development agreement with Lighthouse Production for 4.1‑acre parcel (5-0)
• Approved $1.6 M funding gap coverage for 82‑unit multifamily development (5-0)
• Approved Bridge Connector TID funding plan requiring $5.7 M general‑fund borrowing (5-0)

Sustainability Commission

The Sustainability Commission will meet to discuss its first quarter budget and work plan. The body will also review the prioritization of several environmental initiatives.

• Discussion on ICLEI - Local Governments for Sustainability USA (ICLEI USA)
• Discussion on 1st Quarter Budget
• Initiative prioritization for Adopt-a-Drain
• Initiative prioritization for Composting
• Initiative prioritization for Pollinator Gardens / Planned Natural Landscapes and Green Energy

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will consider awarding multiple contracts for sewer, water, and street projects, including the reconstruction of Merrill Street and upgrades to the Community Center and City Hall air handlers.

• Consideration of awarding Contract 26-01 for Sewer and Water Relay and Street Resurfacing
• Consideration of awarding Contract 26-02 for Concrete Street Paving
• Consideration of awarding Contract 26-11 for Merrill Street Reconstruction
• Consideration of awarding Contract 26-17 for Kingston Preserve Phase II Construction
• Consideration of awarding Contract 26-21 for City Hall Air Handler Replacement

Common Council

The De Pere Common Council will consider several actions, including approving an ATM site/location agreement with Convenient ATM Services, Inc. and authorizing professional services contracts for modular playground designs at Carney Park and the Waterview Heights Subdivision park, as well as design services for a dock replacement at Voyageur Park. The council will also amend the municipal code to prohibit power loading at city boat launches, and discuss a memorandum of understanding with the Town of Lawrence to enhance emergency medical services.

• Resolution #26-26: Approve ATM Site/Location Agreement with Convenient ATM Services, Inc.
• Resolution #26-27: Authorize modular playground design and installation for Carney Park (Minnesota Playground, Inc.)
• Resolution #26-28: Authorize modular playground design and installation for Waterview Heights Subdivision park (Lee Recreation, LLC)
• Resolution #26-29: Authorize design and specification services for Voyageur Park dock system replacement (GRAEF‑USA, Inc.)
• Ordinance #26-11: Amend Chapter 30 of the Municipal Code to prohibit power loading at city boat launches

The Common Council approved the minutes from the March 17 meeting and adopted several unanimous actions, including naming the new park in Waterview Heights “Volunteer Park.” It also adopted an ordinance prohibiting power loading at city boat launches and approved multiple professional services agreements for playgrounds and a dock system.

• Approved March 17 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved name “Volunteer Park” for new park in Waterview Heights (unanimous)
• Adopted ordinance prohibiting power loading at city boat launches (unanimous)
• Approved ATM site agreement with Convenient ATM Services, Inc. (unanimous)
• Authorized professional services agreement with Minnesota Playground, Inc. for Carney Park modular playground (unanimous)
• Authorized professional services agreement with Lee Recreation, LLC for Waterview Heights modular playground (unanimous)
• Authorized professional services agreement with GRAEF-USA, Inc. for Voyageur Park dock system replacement (unanimous)
• Approved premises description change for El Bistro Taco, 400 Reid St Suite M (unanimous)

License Committee

The License Committee will meet to discuss new business and approve previous meeting minutes. The primary item for consideration is a request regarding a premises description change for a local business.

• Application for a premises description change for El Bistro Taco, 400 Reid St Suite M

The committee unanimously approved the minutes of the March 17, 2026 License Committee meeting. It also unanimously approved El Bistro Taco's application to change its premises description at 400 Reid St Suite M. The meeting was adjourned at 7:02 PM.

• Approved minutes of 3-17-26 License Committee meeting (unanimous)
• Approved premises description change for El Bistro Taco, 400 Reid St Suite M (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:02 PM (unanimous)

Police & Fire Commission

The De Pere Police & Fire Commission will approve the minutes from its February 26 meeting. Commissioners will review candidates for an open firefighter position and may confirm the appointment of the selected candidate. Public comments are limited to commission‑related matters. The meeting may include a closed‑session segment for employment discussions.

• Approve minutes of February 26, 2026 Police & Fire Commission meeting
• Consider candidates for the firefighter position
• Confirm appointment to the firefighter position

The commission approved the February 26 minutes unanimously. It moved the firefighter candidate discussion to closed session, then resumed it in open session. Commissioners appointed Eric Paulowski as a firefighter, contingent on passing required examinations. The meeting adjourned at 8:25 a.m.

• Approved February 26 minutes (unanimous)
• Moved discussion to closed session (motion carried on roll call)
• Resumed discussion in open session (motion carried on roll call)
• Appointed Eric Paulowski as Firefighter, pending exams (motion carried)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:25 a.m. (motion carried)

Business Improvement District Board

The Business Improvement District Board will meet to discuss the 2025 year in review and the 2026 operating plan objectives. The board will also review the structure of the annual meeting.

• Approval of October 23, 2025 meeting minutes
• 2025 DBID year in review
• Review of annual meeting structure
• Review of 2026 operating plan objectives
• Setting the date for the June meeting

Plan Commission

Historic Preservation Commission

Board of Park Commissioners

The De Pere Board of Park Commissioners will welcome new commissioner Jeremy Beck and approve minutes from the February 19 meeting. The board will discuss a special event permit for a No Kings walk co‑hosted by the Democratic Party of Brown County at Voyageur Park, a fee‑waiver request from the Brown County Community Women’s Club, and an ATM location agreement for the Nelson Family Pavilion. Additional items include a proposed ordinance on power loading at boat launches and approvals for new playground equipment in Carney Park and Waterview Heights subdivision.

• Approve special event permit for Democratic Party of Brown County’s No Kings walk at Voyageur Park
• Consider fee‑waiver request by Brown County Community Women’s Club for park rental
• Approve ATM Site/Location Agreement with Convenient ATM Services at Nelson Family Pavilion
• Consider ordinance on power loading at boat launches
• Approve new playground equipment for Carney Park

Common Council

The De Pere Common Council will hold public hearings and consider two zoning map amendment ordinances: one to delete an outdated Planned Development District overlay from 40 parcels in the Kingston Preserve Subdivision, and another to change a parcel on Employers Boulevard from Office (O) to Single‑Dwelling Detached (R1‑45). The council will also review a $360,000 contract for appraisal services and consider hiring additional fire and police personnel.

• Ordinance #26‑09: Remove Planned Development District overlay from 40 parcels in Kingston Preserve Subdivision
• Ordinance #26‑10: Rezone 1200‑block Employers Blvd parcel from O to R1‑45
• Contract award to Associated Appraisal Consultants, Inc. for appraisal updates (2027‑2030) – $360,000
• Recommendation to over‑hire one firefighter for the Fire Department
• Recommendation to over‑hire one police officer for the Police Department

The Common Council unanimously adopted Ordinance #26-09 to remove a Planned Development District overlay from 40 parcels in the Kingston Preserve Subdivision. It also unanimously approved Ordinance #26-10 to rezone a parcel at 1200 Block Employers Blvd from Office to R1-45 Single‑Dwelling Detached. Additional unanimous actions included approving a 47‑lot final plat for Kingston Preserve, hiring one additional firefighter and police officer, and awarding several public‑works contracts.

• Adopted Ordinance #26-09 removing PDD overlay from 40 parcels (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance #26-10 rezoning 1200 Block Employers Blvd from O to R1-45 (unanimous)
• Approved 47‑lot final plat of Kingston Preserve First Addition (unanimous)
• Approved over‑hire of one firefighter for the Fire Department (unanimous)
• Approved over‑hire of one police officer for the Police Department (unanimous)
• Approved contract for MSC Expansion (unanimous)
• Approved Contract 26-04 Ontario Street Reconstruction (unanimous)
• Approved Class "A" liquor license for Homegrown Farmstand, LLC (unanimous)

License Committee

The License Committee will meet to discuss new business and approve previous meeting minutes. The primary item is a license application for a business located on Main Avenue.

• Class "A" Fermented Malt Beverage/"Class A" Intoxicating Liquor License application for Homegrown Farmstand, LLC at 377 Main Av Suite B

The committee unanimously approved the minutes from the February 3, 2026 meeting. It also unanimously approved a Class A fermented malt beverage/intoxicating liquor license for Homegrown Farmstand, LLC (DBA Homegrown Farmstand) located at 377 Main Av Suite B.

• Approved February 3, 2026 License Committee minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Class A fermented malt beverage/intoxicating liquor license for Homegrown Farmstand, LLC (unanimous)

Finance/Personnel Committee

The De Pere Finance/Personnel Committee will approve the minutes from the February 10 meeting, hear public comments, and consider several new business items. Items include policies for community service grants, over‑hiring one police officer and one firefighter, and agreements for redevelopment projects at 303 Reid St. and 2025 Venture Ave. The committee will also review a $360,000 contract with Associated Appraisal Consultants, Inc. and discuss 2025 budget items carried forward to 2026.

• Approve over‑hire of one Police Officer
• Approve over‑hire of one Firefighter
• Review redevelopment agreement terms for 303 Reid St. (Parcel WD-955)
• Review development agreement terms for 2025 Venture Ave (approx. 10.25‑acre portion of WD-D0077)
• Hire Associated Appraisal Consultants, Inc. for statutory assessor services ($360,000)

The committee unanimously approved new community service grant policies, over‑hiring of one police officer and one firefighter, and a redevelopment agreement for 303 Reid St. with TPAMMT LLC, including a $125,000 grant and TID boundary extension. It also approved a development agreement for Bliffert De Pere Holdings at 2025 Venture Ave, a transfer of surplus TID #8 funds to the capital equipment fund, hiring Associated Appraisal Consultants for 2027‑2030 assessments, and carrying forward 2025 budget items to 2026.

• Approved community service grant policy changes (unanimous)
• Approved over‑hire of one police officer, max $28,333 (unanimous)
• Approved over‑hire of one firefighter (unanimous)
• Approved redevelopment agreement for 303 Reid St. with $125,000 grant and TID extension (unanimous)
• Approved development agreement for Bliffert De Pere Holdings, $525,000 grant and $120,000 reimbursement (unanimous)
• Approved transfer of surplus TID #8 funds to capital equipment fund (unanimous)
• Approved hiring Associated Appraisal Consultants, Inc. for 2027‑2030 assessments at $360,000 (unanimous)
• Approved carrying forward 2025 budget items to 2026 (unanimous)

Sustainability Commission

The Sustainability Commission will hear a presentation from ICLEI USA and discuss a work plan. The body will also prioritize several initiatives and discuss data centers.

• Presentation by ICLEI - Local Governments for Sustainability USA
• Election of Vice Chairperson
• Initiative prioritization for Adopt-a-Drain, Pollinator Gardens, Green Energy, and Composting
• Discussion on Data Centers

Board of Public Works

The De Pere Board of Public Works will meet on March 9, 2026. The board will approve the February 9, 2026 meeting minutes and discuss several projects, including a preliminary resolution for storm‑sewer special assessments, a hydrant painting project, and an agreement with the Green Bay Metropolitan Sewerage District for the Ninth Street interceptor. It will also review contract awards for Ontario Street reconstruction, Concrete Street repairs, and an MSC expansion, as well as quotes for 2026 materials testing. Public comment on non‑agenda items will be allowed.

• Preliminary resolution for special assessments for storm sewer main and laterals
• Award of Contract 26-04 for Ontario Street reconstruction
• Award of Contract 26-06 for Concrete Street repairs
• Ninth Street Interceptor Agreement with Green Bay Metropolitan Sewerage District
• Award of contract for MSC expansion

License Committee

Common Council

The Common Council will approve a consent agenda, then discuss several park and beer‑garden proposals, including a $1,500 donation for Beer Gardens and a new beer vendor. It will consider authorizing up to $10,000 from unassigned reserves to repair the Fox Point Boat Launch and a First Amendment to the development agreement for the former Shopko Site (Building F). Additional items include redirecting a $250 community service grant and adopting resolutions on easements, professional services, and a public right‑of‑way.

• Approve $1,500 donation from Durr CTS Inc. for Beer Gardens on June 16 & August 4, 2026
• Approve Kay Distributing as the beer vendor for Beer Gardens for 2026‑2028
• Authorize up to $10,000 from Unassigned Reserves to repair Fox Point Boat Launch
• Consider First Amendment to Development Agreement for former Shopko Site – Building F (Parcels ED‑861 and ED‑875)
• Resolution #26-14: Authorize professional services agreement with GRAEF‑USA, Inc. for Wilson Park design

The Common Council approved several park‑related actions, authorized $10,000 for boat launch repairs, and adopted a First Amendment to the Development Agreement for the former Shopko site. All items were approved by unanimous roll‑call vote. The council also adopted multiple resolutions authorizing professional services and utility easements.

• Approved revision of Arboriculture Specifications Manual (unanimous)
• Approved pop‑up Beer Garden fundraiser for Dog Park (unanimous roll call)
• Approved Kay Distributing as beer vendor for 2026‑2028 Beer Gardens (unanimous roll call)
• Approved Beer Garden Revenue Policy (unanimous)
• Approved $10,000 from Unassigned Reserves for Fox Point Boat Launch repairs (unanimous roll call)
• Approved First Amendment to Development Agreement for former Shopko Site (unanimous)
• Approved redirection of $250 Community Service Grant to VFW Post 2113 (unanimous roll call)
• Adopted Resolutions #26‑14 through #26‑18 authorizing professional services and easements (unanimous roll call)

Police & Fire Commission

The De Pere Police & Fire Commission will first approve the minutes from its January 22, 2026 meeting. It will then consider candidates for a Police Officer position and vote to confirm the appointment(s). Any action taken in a closed session will be announced when the commission reconvenes in open session.

• Approval of minutes from the January 22, 2026 Police & Fire Commission meeting
• Consideration of candidates for a Police Officer position
• Confirmation of appointment to the Police Officer position

The commission approved the January 22 minutes unanimously. It entered a closed session and then resumed in open session, both motions carried. Commissioners appointed Levi Groth and Rodolfo Ramirez, Jr. as police officers, each contingent on successful pre‑employment examinations. The meeting was adjourned at 8:15 a.m.

• Approved Jan 22 minutes (unanimous)
• Closed session approved (roll call vote)
• Resumed open session approved (roll call vote)
• Appointed Levi Groth as Police Officer, contingent on exams (motion carried)
• Appointed Rodolfo Ramirez, Jr. as Police Officer, contingent on exams (motion carried)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:15 a.m. (motion carried)

Historic Preservation Commission

The De Pere Historic Preservation Commission will first approve the minutes from its August 25, 2025 meeting. It will then hear public comments on matters within its jurisdiction. The commission will consider proposed historic preservation projects planned for 2026 and will discuss attendance by members and staff at the Wisconsin Association of Historic Preservation Commissions conference in Sturgeon Bay on April 23‑24, 2026.

• Approve minutes of the August 25, 2025 Historic Preservation Commission meeting
• Public comment period on matters under commission jurisdiction
• Consideration of proposed historic preservation projects for 2026
• Consideration of commission members and staff attending the WAHPC annual conference in Sturgeon Bay, WI on April 23‑24, 2026

The commission approved the minutes from its August 25, 2025 meeting. It then approved four historic‑preservation projects for 2026 and assigned members to each project. The commission also approved Gene Hackbarth and city staff to attend the Wisconsin Association of Historic Preservation Commissions conference in April 2026. The meeting was adjourned at 6:46 PM.

• Approved minutes of August 25, 2025 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved four 2026 historic‑preservation projects and assigned members (unanimous)
• Approved Gene Hackbarth and city staff to attend WAHPC conference April 23‑24, 2026 (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:46 PM (unanimous)

Plan Commission

The De Pere Plan Commission will approve the minutes from its January 26 meeting and consider several land use actions, including a 46‑lot final plat and multiple zoning map amendments in the Kingston Preserve area. It will also review major design exceptions, right‑of‑way and utility easement releases, and discuss backyard cottage regulations, the 2025 housing affordability report, and recent site plans. The commission will decide whether to award the Downtown Master Plan Update contract to SmithGroup.

• Approve minutes of the January 26, 2026 Plan Commission meeting
• Consider a 46‑lot final plat for Kingston Preserve First Addition at 1200 block Employers Blvd
• Consider zoning map amendment changing O (Office) district to R1‑45 (Single‑Dwelling Detached) at 1200 block Employers Blvd
• Consider major design exception for a transitional yard at 2000 Lawrence Dr
• Consider award of contract for Downtown Master Plan Update to SmithGroup

The De Pere Plan Commission approved a series of development actions, including a 46‑lot final plat for Kingston Preserve, several zoning map amendments, multiple easement releases and design exceptions, and awarded the Downtown Master Plan Update contract to SmithGroup. All motions were adopted unanimously.

• Approved 46‑lot final plat for Kingston Preserve First Addition (unanimous)
• Approved zoning map amendment removing PDD overlay from 40 parcels in Kingston Preserve (unanimous)
• Approved zoning map amendment changing parcel WD-2336-1 from O to R1‑45 (unanimous)
• Approved major design exception for transitional yard at 2000 Lawrence Dr (unanimous)
• Approved right‑of‑way discontinuance at 1900 BLK Lebrun St (unanimous)
• Approved 12‑ft utility easement release at 1900 BLK Lebrun St (unanimous)
• Approved 14‑ft × 20‑ft utility easement release at 224 N Wisconsin St (unanimous)
• Approved award of Downtown Master Plan Update contract to SmithGroup (unanimous)

Board of Park Commissioners

The Board of Park Commissioners will consider approving a three-year beer vendor contract, a $19,500 design contract for the Wilson Park renovation, and a new Beer Garden Revenue Policy. Several agenda items, including the beer vendor contract and the revenue policy, will be forwarded to the Common Council for final action.

• Approve $19,500 Graef Consulting contract for Wilson Park renovation design
• Approve 3-year beer vendor agreement with Kay Distributing
• Approve Beer Garden Revenue Policy
• Approve $1,500 donation from Durr CTS Inc. for Beer Gardens
• Approve Park Vending Permit with Swamp Donkey for Voyageur Park

The De Pere Board of Park Commissioners unanimously approved the January 15 minutes, accepted a $1,500 donation from Durr CTS Inc., and granted a vending permit for Swamp Donkey at Voyageur Park. The board also approved revisions to the Arboriculture Specifications Manual, a pop‑up beer garden fundraiser for the dog park, a three‑year beer vendor agreement with Kay Distributing, a $19,500 contract with Graef Consulting for Wilson Park renovation oversight, and a new Beer Garden Revenue Policy.

• Approved January 15, 2026 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Accepted $1,500 donation from Durr CTS Inc. for Beer Gardens (unanimous)
• Approved Park Vending Permit for Swamp Donkey bait machine at Voyageur Park (unanimous)
• Approved revisions to Arboriculture Specifications Manual on tree planting (unanimous)
• Approved pop‑up Beer Garden fundraiser with Stubborn Brothers for the dog park (unanimous)
• Approved 3‑year agreement with Kay Distributing as Beer Garden vendor (unanimous)
• Approved $19,500 contract with Graef Consulting for Wilson Park renovation design and oversight (unanimous)
• Approved Beer Garden Revenue Policy to guide allocation of beer garden proceeds (unanimous)

License Committee

The De Pere License Committee will meet to approve the minutes from the previous meeting and consider a new application for a Class B liquor license for Foxxy's Sports Pub & Grub. The meeting will be held in person at City Hall and virtually.

• Approval of February 3, 2026 License Committee minutes
• Consideration of Foxxy's Sports Pub & Grub Class B liquor license application
• Public comments on License Committee matters

Common Council

The Common Council will vote on several public works contracts and municipal code amendments. The body will also discuss De Pere Ice Arena improvements and a nuisance abatement appeal.

• Contract 25-04 American Boulevard Utility Extension for $1,086,000.00
• Contract 26-05 Sidewalk and Curb Repairs for $395,215.00
• Contract 26-03 Sewer Lining for $339,997.00
• Agreement with Dark Horse Deconstruction LLC for demolition at 126 South Broadway Street
• Appointment of Honorable Gregg Schreiber as temporary Municipal Judge at $225.00 per service date

The Common Council unanimously approved the $1,086,000 American Boulevard Utility Extension contract (25‑04). They also denied a nuisance abatement appeal, approved a merchant services vendor for Beer Gardens and pools, and adopted several infrastructure contracts including sewer lining, sidewalk repairs, and water rate adjustments. The council approved a “Stay the Course +1” plan for the De Pere Ice Arena and granted a Class B liquor license to Foxxy’s Sports Pub & Grub. Multiple resolutions and ordinance amendments were adopted, all by unanimous roll‑call votes.

• Approved minutes of Feb 3, 2026 meeting (unanimous)
• Denied nuisance abatement appeal (unanimous)
• Approved merchant services vendor for Beer Gardens and pools (unanimous)
• Approved Contract 25‑04 American Boulevard Utility Extension $1,086,000 (unanimous)
• Approved Contract 26‑03 Sewer Lining $339,997 (unanimous)
• Approved Contract 26‑05 Sidewalk and Curb Repairs $395,215 (unanimous)
• Approved “Stay the Course +1” option for De Pere Ice Arena (unanimous)
• Adopted resolutions and ordinance amendments (unanimous)

Sustainability Commission

The De Pere Sustainability Commission will approve the January 13, 2026 meeting minutes and consider several proposals, including the Green Tier Legacy Community scoresheet, composting service reimbursement rates, and initiative advertising. A budget discussion for the 2026 Sustainability Commission is scheduled. Additional topics include work plan updates and prioritization of clean air, pollinator gardens, green energy, and adopt‑a‑drain initiatives.

• Approve January 13, 2026 Sustainability Commission meeting minutes
• Consider 2026 Green Tier Legacy Community scoresheet proposal
• Consider 2026 Composting Services reimbursement rates
• Discuss 2026 Sustainability Commission budget
• Consider initiative advertising and adopt‑a‑drain prioritization

Finance/Personnel Committee

The Finance/Personnel Committee will approve minutes from the Jan. 13 meeting, hear public comments, and consider several actions. Items include hiring The Archer Company for a classification and compensation study, a demolition contract at 126 S. Broadway St, multiple ordinance amendments, a tax bill payment and rescission request for NeighborWorks parcels, and approval of merchant services for beer gardens and pools. The meeting also includes a cash and investments report for Dec. 31, 2025.

• Hire The Archer Company for a Classification and Compensation Study – $34,390
• Contract demolition services at 126 S. Broadway St with Dark Horse Deconstruction LLC
• Amend Sections 106-2 and 106-6 of the De Pere Municipal Code
• Amend Chapters 3, 6, 10, 13 & 74 and Sections 22-8 & 30-6 of the Municipal Code
• Pay tax bills and rescind property taxes for NeighborWorks Parcels ED-6 and WD-478-1

The Finance/Personnel Committee approved several actions, including hiring The Archer Company for a $34,390 classification study and contracting Dark Horse Deconstruction LLC to demolish the tile and stone building at 126 S. Broadway. The committee also adopted ordinance amendments to shift certain license appeals to the License Committee and to clean up municipal code references, paid tax bills for NeighborWorks parcels, and approved a lower‑fee merchant service model for Beer Gardens and Pools.

• Approved hiring The Archer Company for a classification and compensation study ($34,390) (5-0)
• Approved contract with Dark Horse Deconstruction LLC for demolition at 126 S. Broadway (5-0)
• Approved ordinance amendment moving certain license appeals to the License Committee (5-0)
• Approved ordinance amendment cleaning up municipal code references (5-0)
• Approved payment and tax rescission for NeighborWorks parcels ED-6 and WD-478-1 (5-0)
• Approved use of Forte merchant services fee model for Beer Gardens & Pools (5-0)
• Approved cash and investments report for December 31, 2025 (5-0)

General

Board of Public Works

The De Pere Board of Public Works will approve the minutes from the January 12 meeting and discuss several traffic and parking recommendations. It will consider water volume charges for the PSC rate case and a revised financial agreement for the Southbridge Interchange. The board will also review and possibly act on awards for several utility, sewer, and sidewalk contracts.

• Award of Contract 25-04 for American Boulevard Utility Extension
• Award of Contract 26-03 for Sewer Lining
• Award of Contract 26-05 for Sidewalk and Curb Repairs
• Consideration of Water Volume Charges for PSC Rate Case
• Consideration of Revised State/Municipal Financial Agreement for Southbridge Interchange (SMFA)

Board of Health

The Board of Health will meet to discuss the De Pere Health Department's long-term strategic plan and accreditation process. The body will also review year-end 2025 performance and disease reports.

• Approval of the 2026-2030 De Pere Health Department Strategic Plan
• Support for Public Health Accrediting Board's Pathways Recognition Process
• Program Performance Dashboard End of Year 2025
• Communicable Disease Report End of Year 2025
• Environmental Health Report January 2026

The Board approved the minutes from the November 10, 2025 meeting. The members appointed Teresa Gulyas as the new chairperson. The Board also approved support for the Public Health Accrediting Board pathways process and adopted the 2026‑2030 Health Department Strategic Plan. The meeting was adjourned at 6:14 p.m.

• Approved minutes of the November 10, 2025 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved appointment of Teresa Gulyas as chairperson of the Board of Health (unanimous)
• Approved support for the Public Health Accrediting Board pathways recognition process (unanimous)
• Approved the 2026‑2030 De Pere Health Department Strategic Plan (unanimous)
• Adjourned the meeting at 6:14 p.m. (unanimous)

License Committee

The De Pere License Committee will first approve the minutes from its January 20, 2026 meeting. It will then hear public comments limited to licensing matters. The committee will discuss applications for a Class B fermented malt beverage/intoxicating liquor license for Colombian Flavors LLC at 365 Main Ave Suite D and a Class B fermented malt beverage/Class C wine license for Natures Plant Nook at 2125 American Boulevard, both of which require Common Council approval.

• Approval of minutes from the January 20, 2026 License Committee meeting
• Application for a Class B fermented malt beverage/intoxicating liquor license for Colombian Flavors LLC, 365 Main Ave Suite D (requires Common Council approval)
• Application for a Class B fermented malt beverage/Class C wine license for Natures Plant Nook, 2125 American Boulevard (requires Common Council approval)
• Public comment period on licensing matters
• Future agenda items to be scheduled

The committee unanimously approved the minutes from the January 20 meeting. It also unanimously approved a Class B fermented malt beverage/intoxicating liquor license for Colombian Flavors LLC at 365 Main Ave Suite D. Additionally, a Class B fermented malt beverage/Class C wine license for Natures Plant Nook (DBA Big Cheddar Bounce) at 2125 American Boulevard was approved unanimously. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved minutes of Jan. 20 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved Class B fermented malt beverage/intoxicating liquor license for Colombian Flavors LLC (unanimous)
• Approved Class B fermented malt beverage/Class C wine license for Natures Plant Nook (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Common Council

The De Pere Common Council meeting on February 3, 2026 will discuss items on the consent agenda, including approvals of certified survey maps. New business includes a $5,000 donation from De Pere Baseball to purchase robotic mowers for Kelly Danen and Southwest Park baseball fields. The council will also consider Amerilux as the main sponsor for the 2026 Beer Gardens, two Class B liquor license applications, an election‑day emergency response plan, and a sanitary sewer easement. An informational item reports the acquisition of a Main Avenue parcel for $110,000 using TID 9 funding.

• $5,000 donation from De Pere Baseball for robotic mowers for Kelly Danen and Southwest Park baseball fields
• Amerilux designated as the main sponsor for the 2026 Beer Gardens
• Class "B" fermented malt beverage license for Colombian Flavors LLC, 365 Main Ave Suite D
• Class "B" fermented malt beverage / Class "C" wine license for Natures Plant Nook (Big Cheddar Bounce), 2125 American Boulevard
• Acquisition of WD‑387‑1 (Main Avenue) parcel for $110,000 using TID 9 funding

The Common Council approved the Election Day Emergency Response Plan and an alternate polling site. It also approved a $5,000 donation for robotic mowers, a main sponsor for the 2026 Beer Gardens, two liquor licenses, a sanitary sewer easement, and a 2‑lot survey map. The 3‑lot survey map was referred back to staff for revisions. All actions were approved by unanimous roll‑call vote.

• Approved 2‑lot extraterritorial certified survey map at 4600 BLK Heritage Heights (unanimous)
• Referred back 3‑lot certified survey map at 206 N Wisconsin St, 224 N Wisconsin St, 550 William St (unanimous)
• Approved $5,000 donation from De Pere Baseball for robotic mowers (unanimous)
• Approved Amerilux as main sponsor for 2026 Beer Gardens (unanimous)
• Approved Class B fermented malt beverage license for Colombian Flavors LLC (unanimous)
• Approved Class B fermented malt beverage / Class C wine license for Natures Plant Nook (unanimous)
• Approved Election Day Emergency Response Plan and alternate polling site (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution #26-05 approving sanitary sewer easement (unanimous)

Plan Commission

The Plan Commission will consider actions on three certified survey maps and one sanitary easement. The body will also discuss site plans received since December 2025 and review the status of approved development projects.

• 3-lot certified survey map at 206 N Wisconsin ST, 224 N Wisconsin ST, and 550 William ST
• 2-lot extraterritorial certified survey map at 4600 BLK Heritage Heights in Ledgeview
• New 14-foot-wide sanitary easement at 815 Fox River DR

The commission approved the minutes from the December 15, 2025 meeting. It unanimously approved a three‑lot certified survey map for parcels at 206 N Wisconsin St, 224 N Wisconsin St, and 550 William St, a two‑lot extraterritorial certified survey map at 4600 Block Heritage Heights in Ledgeview, and a new 14‑foot sanitary easement at 815 Fox River Dr. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved December 15, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved 3‑lot certified survey map for 206 N Wisconsin St, 224 N Wisconsin St, 550 William St (unanimous)
• Approved 2‑lot extraterritorial certified survey map for 4600 BLK Heritage Heights, Ledgeview (unanimous)
• Approved new 14‑foot sanitary easement at 815 Fox River Dr (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Police & Fire Commission

The Police & Fire Commission will meet to review candidates for fire department positions. The body will consider the creation of a firefighter eligibility list and the appointment of a firefighter and a fire lieutenant.

• Creation of Firefighter Eligibility List
• Confirmation of appointment to position of Firefighter
• Confirmation of appointment to position of Fire Lieutenant

The commission approved the December 18, 2025 meeting minutes unanimously. It approved one candidate for the firefighter eligibility list, appointed Timothy Collins as a firefighter pending exams, and appointed Benjamin Puetz as fire lieutenant. All motions were carried by roll‑call vote.

• Approved December 18, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved one candidate for firefighter eligibility list
• Appointed Timothy Collins as firefighter (contingent on exams)
• Appointed Benjamin Puetz as fire lieutenant
• Moved to closed session (motion carried)
• Resumed open session (motion carried)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:20 a.m. (motion carried)

Common Council

The De Pere Common Council will consider a zoning map amendment for Millennium Court, a $110,000 purchase of Main Avenue, and the creation of a Youth Commission. The meeting will also address a public hearing on a zoning change and approve a state maintenance agreement.

• Public hearing on zoning map amendment for Millenium Court
• Consideration of purchasing Main Avenue for $110,000
• Approval of state/municipal maintenance agreement for I-41
• Approval of grant agreement for public health programming ($12,082)
• Creation of the De Pere Youth Commission

The Common Council unanimously adopted Ordinance #26-02, changing the zoning designation of multiple parcels on Millennium Court from Business Park District 2 to Business Park District 1. The Council also approved the purchase of a city parcel on Main Avenue for $110,000 and approved changes to the De Pere Home Improvement Loan Program. Two resolutions were adopted: a state/municipal maintenance agreement for the Southbridge Connector Interchange and a $12,082 grant for the Division of Public Health.

• Adopted Ordinance #26-02 zoning map amendment (unanimous roll call)
• Approved city purchase of WD-387-1 (Main Avenue) for $110,000 (unanimous)
• Approved changes to the De Pere Home Improvement Loan Program (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution #26-03 State/Municipal Maintenance Agreement for Southbridge Connector (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution #26-04 $12,082 grant for Division of Public Health (unanimous)
• Approved Project 4190-17-21 Transportation Plat and Temporary Limited Easement (unanimous consent agenda)
• Approved 3‑lot certified survey map at 700 BLK Millennium Court (unanimous consent agenda)
• Adopted Ordinance #26-03 amendment to Aldermanic Districts and Elections (unanimous roll call)

License Committee

The License Committee will first approve the minutes from its December 2, 2025 meeting. Public comments will be limited to license‑related topics. The committee will consider a request by Alycia Spangler to appear before it concerning the denial of her operator license application.

• Approval of December 2, 2025 License Committee meeting minutes
• Public comment period on license matters
• Request by Alycia Spangler to appear regarding denial of her operator license

The License Committee approved the minutes of the December 2, 2025 meeting unanimously. It also approved Alycia Spangler's request to appear before the committee regarding the denial of her operator license, again unanimously. The meeting was then closed and adjourned, both by unanimous motions.

• Approved Dec 2, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Alycia Spangler appearance request (unanimous)
• Opened meeting (unanimous)
• Closed meeting (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Board of Park Commissioners

The De Pere Board of Park Commissioners will vote on several items, including approving minutes from the November 20, 2025 meeting and designating Amerilux as the main sponsor for the 2026 Beer Gardens. The board will also consider a $5,000 donation from De Pere Baseball to buy robotic mowers for the Kelly Danen and Southwest Park baseball fields. Additional actions include approving the first and second quarter financial statements for the De Pere Ice Arena and naming a new park in the Waterview Heights Subdivision. A discussion on Wilson Park improvements and staff updates on the holiday light show and playground RFPs will also be held.

• Approve Board of Park Commissioners minutes from the November 20, 2025 meeting
• Approve Amerilux as the main sponsor for the 2026 Beer Gardens
• Approve a $5,000 donation from De Pere Baseball for robotic mowers for Kelly Danen and Southwest Park baseball fields
• Approve first and second quarter financial statements for the De Pere Ice Arena
• Approve a park name for the new park in the Waterview Heights Subdivision

The Board of Park Commissioners unanimously approved the minutes from the November 20, 2025 meeting, approved Amerilux as the main sponsor for the 2026 Beer Gardens, and approved a $5,000 donation from De Pere Baseball for robotic mowers at Kelly Danen and Southwest Park fields. They also approved the first and second quarter financial statements for the De Pere Ice Arena, with one member abstaining. The proposal to name a new park in the Waterview Heights Subdivision was tabled unanimously.

• Approved November 20, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Amerilux as main sponsor for 2026 Beer Gardens (unanimous)
• Approved $5,000 donation for robotic mowers at Kelly Danen and Southwest Park (unanimous)
• Approved first and second quarter financial statements for De Pere Ice Arena (unanimous, 1 abstain)
• Tabled park name proposal for new park in Waterview Heights Subdivision (unanimous)

Finance/Personnel Committee

Finance/Personnel Committee

The Finance/Personnel Committee will approve minutes from the November 11, 2025 meeting and hear public comments. It will consider and possibly act on a $12,082 grant contract to the Health Department for maternal child health and lead programming. The committee will also review proposed changes to the De Pere Home Improvement Loan Program and consider an ordinance creating the De Pere Youth Commission. Cash and investments reports for October 31 and November 30, 2025 will be presented.

• Approve minutes of the November 11, 2025 Finance/Personnel Committee meeting
• Consider and possibly act on the 2026 DPH Grant Contract awarded to the Health Department for $12,082
• Consider and possibly act on changes to the De Pere Home Improvement Loan Program
• Consider and possibly act on an ordinance adopting Section 10-12 of the Municipal Code to create the De Pere Youth Commission
• Review Cash and Investments Reports for October 31, 2025 and November 30, 2025

Sustainability Commission

The De Pere Sustainability Commission will approve the November 11, 2025 meeting minutes and discuss recent public works awards. Commissioners will consider the Reid Street banner advertising initiative and review the commission's work plan. Several initiative prioritization topics will be discussed, including a drain project, composting, clean air, pollinator gardens, and green energy.

• Approval of the November 11, 2025 Sustainability Commission meeting minutes
• Discussion on recent public works awards
• Consideration of the Reid Street banner initiative advertising
• Discussion on the Sustainability Commission work plan
• Discussion on initiative prioritization – Drain

Board of Public Works

The De Pere Board of Public Works will approve the minutes from the December 8, 2025 meeting. It will consider a maintenance agreement with the Department of Transportation for the Southbridge Interchange. The board will also review the Project 4190-17-21 transportation plat and a sidewalk access proposal for Marquette Square. Finally, it will discuss assessment charges for 2026 storm lateral improvements for both residential and non‑residential properties.

• Approve December 8, 2025 Board of Public Works meeting minutes
• Consider DOT/Municipal Maintenance Agreement for Southbridge Interchange
• Consider approval of Project 4190-17-21 Transportation Plat
• Consider sidewalk access to Marquette Square
• Consider 2026 storm lateral assessment charge for existing residential and non‑residential properties

Common Council

The De Pere Common Council will vote on whether to end its agreement with MSA Professional Services, Inc. It will also consider an amendment to traffic regulations (Ordinance #26‑01) and a resolution authorizing participation in the 2026 Brown County Intergovernmental Agreement for election tabulation equipment. A grant from the Wisconsin DNR Storm Water Program will be ratified, and a new consent‑agenda format will be introduced.

• Termination of Agreement with MSA Professional Services, Inc.
• Ordinance #26‑01 amending Chapter 150 (traffic regulations)
• Resolution #26‑01 authorizing 2026 Brown County Intergovernmental Agreement (election tabulation equipment)
• Resolution #26‑02 ratifying grant from Wisconsin DNR Urban Nonpoint Source & Storm Water Program
• Introduction of proposed new consent agenda format

License Committee