Fort Atkinson public meetings in 2024

City Council

The Fort Atkinson City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on discontinuing Trillium Drive. They will also review and act on routine minutes, utility financial statements, and multiple contracts including repairs, equipment purchases, and service agreements. Several zoning and budget-related resolutions will be considered.

• Discontinue Trillium Drive (public hearing and resolution)
• Second reading of zoning change for 211 Memorial Drive from Single Family Residential to Institutional
• Repair 2020 Dodge Grand Caravan for Taxi Program ($22,476.78)
• Seven construction contracts for Haumerson’s Pond Garage/Shelter ($292,939.66)
• 2025 Capital Outlay purchase of 2025 F150 Truck with Tommy Gate Liftgate ($9,011.32) and Fiber Optic Cable Installation ($9,011.32)

Police and Fire Commission

The Fort Atkinson Police and Fire Commission will meet to review and possibly act on two personnel matters: appointing a top candidate from the Fire/EMS recruitment process for a part-time Firefighter/EMT-Basic position, and promoting a top officer candidate to the rank of Lieutenant in the Police Department. The commission will also consider approving minutes from its November 20, 2024 meeting.

• Appointment of top candidate for part-time Firefighter/EMT-Basic (Peterson)
• Promotion of top officer candidate to Police Lieutenant (Bump)
• Approval of November 20, 2024 meeting minutes

The Police and Fire Commission approved the hiring of Caela Brooke as a part-time firefighter/EMT-Basic and the internal promotion of Officer Vanessa Leonard to Lieutenant. Both motions carried unanimously. The meeting was procedural and brief, adjourning at 2:22 pm.

• Approved hiring Caela Brooke as part-time firefighter/EMT-Basic (motion carried)
• Approved internal promotion of Officer Vanessa Leonard to Lieutenant (motion carried)
• Approved minutes of November 20, 2024 meeting (motion carried)

Transportation and Traffic Review Committee

The Transportation and Traffic Review Committee will meet to approve prior minutes, receive an update from Brown Cab on 2024 ridership, marketing, staffing, and contract status, and discuss a State/Municipal Agreement for in-fill sidewalks under the Safe Routes to School Plan. No parking, speed limit, traffic signal, or miscellaneous items are on the agenda.

• Approval of November 13, 2023 meeting minutes
• Brown Cab update: service hours, ridership trends, institutional fares, staffing, vehicle updates, contract status
• Update on State/Municipal Agreement for Safe Routes to School in-fill sidewalks

The Transportation and Traffic Review Committee met and approved the minutes from November 13, 2023. No parking, speed limit, traffic signal, or miscellaneous items were discussed. The committee received an update from Brown Cab on 2024 ridership and contract status, noting ridership is up and fares will not increase in 2025. A Safe Routes to School grant update was provided, with sidewalk design as the next step.

• Approved minutes of November 13, 2023 meeting (unanimous)
• No action on parking requests, speed limit reviews, or traffic signal reviews
• Heard Brown Cab update: ridership up, no fare increase in 2025
• Heard Safe Routes to School grant update: design phase next

Economic Development Commission

The Economic Development Commission will meet to review and potentially recommend a development agreement for Ridge View Estates between the City and Intrepid Investments. The agenda includes a closed session for competitive or bargaining purposes, followed by a return to open session for a possible recommendation to the City Council.

• Review of Development Agreement for Ridge View Estates
• Possible recommendation to City Council on Ridge View Estates agreement
• Approval of minutes from October 31, 2024 meeting

The Economic Development Commission voted unanimously to recommend that the City Council approve the Development Agreement between the City of Fort Atkinson and Intrepid Investments for the Ridge View Estates development, subject to final legal review. The recommendation was made after a closed session to review the agreement. No other new business was discussed.

• Approved minutes of October 31, 2024 meeting (unanimous)
• Moved into closed session to review Ridge View Estates development agreement (unanimous)
• Returned to open session (unanimous)
• Recommended City Council approve Ridge View Estates development agreement with Intrepid Investments, subject to final legal review (unanimous)

Plan Commission

The Fort Atkinson Plan Commission will meet to review and possibly act on several items, including a site plan review for signage at St. Croix Hospice, a petition to discontinue Trillium Drive, and the approval of previous meeting minutes. The meeting is open to the public in person or via Zoom.

• Review and possible action on minutes from November 26, 2024 Plan Commission meeting
• Site Plan Review for signage at St. Croix Hospice, 825 Lexington Blvd. (SPR-2024-10)
• Review and possible recommendation on petition to discontinue Trillium Drive

Library Board

The Fort Atkinson Library Board is meeting to handle routine business including approving minutes, reviewing the December financial report, and approving bills. The board will also take action on the 2025 Jefferson County Library Service Contracts, review progress on the 2024-2026 Strategic Plan, set the 2025 meeting schedule, and discuss monthly Hoopla borrows.

• Review and possible action on 2025 Jefferson County Library Service Contracts
• Review progress on 2024-2026 Strategic Plan
• Review and possible action on 2025 meeting schedule
• Review and possible action on monthly Hoopla borrows
• Trustee training on bylaws

City Council

The Fort Atkinson City Council will consider a zoning map amendment for 211 Memorial Drive, adopt 2025 stormwater and 2024 wastewater utility rates, and approve several contracts and purchases including police squad cars and electronic control devices. The meeting also includes a closed session to review a draft development agreement for Ridge View Estates.

• Zoning Map Amendment (ZMA-2024-02) for 211 Memorial Drive from SR-5 to Institutional
• Resolution adopting 2025 Stormwater Utility Rate
• Resolution adopting 2024 Wastewater Utility Rates
• Contract for Construction Engineering Services from Quam Engineering
• Purchase of two squad cars and Electronic Control Devices under Police 2025 CIP

The Fort Atkinson City Council approved first reading of a zoning change for 211 Memorial Drive from residential to institutional, adopted 2025 stormwater and wastewater utility rate increases, and approved several contracts including construction engineering services for Banker Road, an amendment to expand fire/EMS coverage for the Town of Oakland, and purchases of police equipment and vehicles. The council also approved an interim city engineer contract with Ruekert & Mielke and a bike repair station installation by an Eagle Scout.

• Approved first reading of zoning map amendment for 211 Memorial Drive from SR-5 to Institutional (unanimous)
• Adopted 2025 Stormwater Utility Rate resolution (unanimous)
• Adopted 2025 Wastewater Utility Rate resolution (unanimous)
• Approved bike repair station installation at Rotary Train Depot (unanimous)
• Approved $178,000 construction engineering services contract with Quam Engineering (unanimous)
• Approved amendment to rural fire/EMS contract with Town of Oakland for 2025 (unanimous)
• Authorized purchase of Axon electronic control devices for $14,985.80 (unanimous)
• Authorized purchase of two police squad cars from Griffin Ford for $90,989.52 (unanimous)

Plan Commission

The Fort Atkinson Plan Commission will hold a public hearing and vote on a zoning map amendment for 211 Memorial Drive, changing its classification from Single Family Residential to Institutional. They will also review a conditional use permit for a small engine sale and repair facility at 1200 Whitewater Avenue. Additionally, the commission will consider a public monument review for an Eagle Scout bike repair station at the Rotary Train Depot.

• Zoning map amendment for 211 Memorial Drive (SR-5 to I)
• Conditional Use Permit for small engine sale/repair at 1200 Whitewater Avenue
• Public Monument Review for Eagle Scout bike repair station at Rotary Train Depot

The Fort Atkinson Plan Commission recommended the City Council approve a zoning map amendment to change 211 Memorial Drive from Single Family Residential (SR-5) to Institutional (I), and approved a conditional use permit for a small engine sale and repair facility at 1200 Whitewater Avenue. The commission also recommended approval of an Eagle Scout bike repair station installation at the Rotary Train Depot. All motions carried unanimously.

• Recommended approval of zoning change to Institutional for 211 Memorial Drive (motion carried)
• Approved conditional use permit for small engine sale/repair at 1200 Whitewater Ave with conditions (motion carried)
• Recommended approval of bike repair station at Rotary Train Depot (motion carried)
• Approved minutes of November 12, 2024 meeting (motion carried)

Police and Fire Commission

The Fort Atkinson Police and Fire Commission will meet in person on November 20, 2024, to review and possibly approve appointments of top candidates from recent recruitment and promotional processes. Items include Firefighter/Paramedic and Firefighter/AEMT hires, a Part Time Division Chief promotion, and a Part Time Captain appointment. The commission will also consider minutes from its October 17, 2024 meeting.

• Appointment of top Firefighter/Paramedic and/or Firefighter/AEMT candidates from Fire/EMS recruitment
• Appointment of top candidate(s) from Part Time Division Chief promotional assessment center
• Appointment of top candidate(s) for Part Time Captain position
• Approval of October 17, 2024 meeting minutes

The Police and Fire Commission approved the appointment of Mikaela Jergens as a Firefighter/Paramedic or Firefighter/AEMT, Paul Verhalen as Part Time Division Chief, and Nathan Lawrence as Part Time Captain. All motions carried unanimously. The meeting was adjourned at 2:13 pm.

• Approved appointment of Mikaela Jergens as Firefighter/Paramedic or Firefighter/AEMT (unanimous)
• Approved appointment of Paul Verhalen as Part Time Division Chief (unanimous)
• Approved appointment of Nathan Lawrence as Part Time Captain (unanimous)

City Council

The Fort Atkinson City Council will meet to conduct routine business including approving minutes, utility reports, and special event permits. Key decisions include adopting the 2025 annual budget, setting the property tax levy, and approving contracts for infrastructure projects and facility upgrades.

• Adopt 2025 Annual Budget and set Property Tax Levy
• Approve $4,013,561.50 contract with Forest Landscaping for Banker Road public infrastructure
• Approve interfund loans to Tax Increment District #9 for Banker Road project
• Review Preliminary Plat for 611 and 609 Grove Street
• Approve Small Animal Collection Contract with Humane Society of Jefferson County for 2025

The City Council approved the 2025 annual budget and property tax levy of $9,710,108.88, setting a mill rate of $7.46 per $1,000 of assessed value. They also approved several infrastructure projects, including a $4.01M contract for Banker Road improvements and a $99,956 repair for the Memorial Park lift station. The council authorized interfund loans to support the Banker Road project and approved the preliminary plat for six city-owned lots on Grove Street. No public hearings or comments were held.

• Adopted 2025 budget and $9,710,108.88 tax levy (unanimous)
• Approved $4,013,561.50 contract to Forest Landscaping for Banker Road infrastructure (unanimous)
• Approved $99,956 Memorial Park lift station repairs using equipment replacement funds (unanimous)
• Approved interfund loans of $625,000 (General) and $1,000,000 (Wastewater) to TID #9 for Banker Road project (unanimous)
• Approved preliminary plat for 611/609 Grove Street and listing city-owned lots at $55,000 each (unanimous)
• Authorized City Manager to sign WDNR phosphorus trading agreement (unanimous)
• Approved 2025 Small Animal Collection Contract with Humane Society for $33,644.45 (unanimous)
• Disallowed claim from Mitchel Goldsmith for vehicle damage (unanimous)

Plan Commission

The Fort Atkinson Plan Commission will meet to consider a conditional use permit for a small engine sale and repair facility at 1200 Whitewater Avenue, along with several site plan reviews, a preliminary plat, and an extra-territorial certified survey map. They will also review minutes and receive updates on previously approved projects.

• Public hearing: Conditional Use Permit for small engine sale/repair at 1200 Whitewater Avenue
• Extra-Territorial Certified Survey Map for N1394 Schwemmer Lane (CSM-2024-07)
• Site Plan Review for signage at Core Strength and Fitness, 1815 Janesville Ave. (SPR-2024-08)
• Site Plan Review for signage at Fort Healthcare, 1504 Madison Ave. (SPR-2024-09)
• Preliminary Plat Review for 611 and 609 Grove Street (PP-2024-01)

Library Board

The Dwight Foster Public Library Board will hold its November meeting to discuss the library’s November financial report, bills, and several policy revisions for 2025. The board will also review closure dates, the Bridges Library System Annual Addendum, and trustee training materials.

• Review and possible action on the 2025 Bridges Library System Annual Addendum
• Review and possible action on the Library's 2025 holidays and closure dates
• Review and possible action on the Materials Selection Policy revision
• Review and possible action on the Meeting Room Policy revision (merging FCCU, Friends, Wisconsin, Rotary, Niedecker, Gates, and Boyer policies)
• Trustee Training: Discussion on Trustee Essentials Chapter 2 "Who Runs the Library"

City Council

The Fort Atkinson City Council will hold a public hearing on the 2025 operating and capital improvements budgets and the 2026-2030 capital improvements plan. The council will also consider several consent agenda items, including special event requests, and take up new business such as vehicle and equipment purchases. A closed session is scheduled for service contract review and property purchase negotiations.

• Public hearing on 2025 Operating Budget, 2025 Capital Improvements Budget, and 2026-2030 Capital Improvements Plan
• Purchase of 2024 Ford F250 4X4 pickup truck for Public Works, cost not to exceed $47,031
• Purchase of Eventide Nextlog digital 911/phone/radio recording system, cost not to exceed $24,801
• ATV/UTV ordinance six-month review per Municipal Code Section 95-160
• Special event requests: Drift Skippers snowmobile trails, WWII Memorial unveiling, Badger Bank Santa event

The Fort Atkinson City Council approved the purchase of Lots 12 and 13 in the Klement Business Park for $323,700 and an option to purchase Lot 1 for $5,000 (exercisable at $335,700 by October 31, 2025). They also approved purchases of a new Ford F250 pickup truck, a tire changer, and a 911 recording system. A public hearing on the 2025 budget was held with no action taken.

• Approved purchase of Lots 12 and 13 in Klement Business Park for $323,700 (voice vote)
• Approved option to purchase Lot 1 in Klement Business Park for $5,000, exercisable at $335,700 by Oct 31, 2025 (voice vote)
• Approved purchase of 2024 Ford F250 4X4 pickup for Public Works, not to exceed $47,031 (motion carried)
• Approved purchase of Snap-On tire changer, not to exceed $8,618.40 (motion carried)
• Approved purchase of Eventide Nextlog 911 recording system, not to exceed $24,801 (motion carried)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes and special events (motion carried)
• Approved verified claims list (roll call vote)

Economic Development Commission

The Economic Development Commission will review minutes, discuss the Boost Fort Atkinson business competition, and may enter closed session to negotiate the possible sale of city-owned property in the Klement Business Park. Following closed session, it may recommend action to the City Council on an Offer to Purchase and an Option to Purchase for that property.

• Review of August 5, 2024 meeting minutes
• Discussion of Boost Fort Atkinson: A Business Competition
• Possible closed session to negotiate sale of public properties
• Possible recommendation on Offer to Purchase city-owned property in Klement Business Park
• Possible recommendation on Option to Purchase city-owned property in Klement Business Park

The Economic Development Commission unanimously recommended the City Council approve the sale of Lots 12 and 13 in the Klement Business Park to Wisconsin Development Partners, LLC for $323,700. It also recommended approving an option to purchase Lot 1 in the same park for $5,000, with a purchase price of $335,700 if exercised by October 31, 2025. The commission approved the minutes from the August 5, 2024 meeting and held a closed session to discuss the property sales.

• Approved minutes of August 5, 2024 meeting (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of Offer to Purchase Lots 12 and 13 in Klement Business Park for $323,700 (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of Option to Purchase Lot 1 in Klement Business Park for $5,000, $335,700 if exercised by Oct 31, 2025 (unanimous)
• Moved into closed session to discuss possible sale of public properties (unanimous)
• Returned to open session (unanimous)

Police and Fire Commission

The Fort Atkinson Police and Fire Commission will meet in person on October 17, 2024, to review and possibly act on hiring candidates for the Police Department and Fire/EMS Department, and to receive an update on the Police Lieutenant promotional process. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from the July 11, 2024 meeting. No other substantive items are listed.

• Review and possible action on hiring top candidate(s) for Police Department
• Overview and progress report on Police Lieutenant promotional process
• Review and possible action on appointing Firefighter/Paramedic and/or Firefighter/AEMT candidates
• Approval of July 11, 2024 meeting minutes

The Police and Fire Commission approved the minutes from the July 11, 2024 meeting. They did not hire any police officer candidates because both failed to meet hiring objectives. The commission appointed Ashley Buchanan as a part-time paramedic and Jake Fleck as a paid-on-call firefighter, subject to background checks and physicals.

• Approved minutes of July 11, 2024 Police and Fire Commission meeting
• No job offered to police candidates; both did not meet hiring objectives
• Appointed Ashley Buchanan as part-time paramedic (unanimous)
• Appointed Jake Fleck as paid-on-call firefighter (unanimous)

City Council

The Fort Atkinson City Council will hold a regular meeting with public hearings and comments, followed by a consent agenda covering routine approvals. Key items include a second/third reading of an ordinance to annex 1222 Van Buren Street (to be addressed 113 Wilson Avenue), a contract with Aqualis for storm water and sanitary sewer inspection services, and a purchase of luxury vinyl plank flooring for the library not to exceed $9,179. The meeting also includes reports from the City Manager and approval of claims.

• Annexation ordinance for 1222 Van Buren Street (to be 113 Wilson Avenue)
• Contract with Aqualis for storm water and sanitary sewer inspection services
• Library flooring purchase up to $9,179 from Adair Commercial Flooring
• Special events: Magic on Janesville Avenue (Dec 6) and Fort Polar Path holiday light display (Nov 1-Jan 11)
• Consent agenda includes minutes, permits, financial statements, and license reports

City Council

The Fort Atkinson City Council is holding a workshop to review the proposed 2025 operating and capital improvements budgets, including department presentations. The meeting covers revenue summaries, department budgets, and capital project plans. No final decisions are expected; this is a discussion and information-gathering session.

• 2025 Operating Budget Summary and General Fund Revenues
• 2025 Capital Improvements Project Budget and revenue sources
• Parks and Recreation budget and CIP, including Municipal Building, Senior Center, Youth Center, Recreation/Aquatic Center, and Parks
• Public Works/Engineering budget and CIP, including Stormwater Fund, Transportation Fund (2025 Road Work), Airport Fund, Taxi Fund, and CDBG – Lorman Project
• City Manager budget, including Lodging/Room Tax/City Scape, Tax Increment Districts, Capital Catalyst Fund, and ARPA Fund

Plan Commission

The Fort Atkinson Plan Commission is meeting to review and possibly approve the minutes from its September 24, 2024 meeting, and to consider two site plan reviews for signage at A1 Creative Packaging and Casys General Store. No other substantive items are on the agenda.

• Review of September 24, 2024 Plan Commission minutes
• Site Plan Review SPR-2024-07 for signage at A1 Creative Packaging, 600 Rockwell Ave.
• Site Plan Review SPR-2024-06 for signage at Casys General Store, 342 Whitewater Ave.

The Fort Atkinson Plan Commission approved two site plan reviews for signage. A-1 Creative Packaging's proposed wall and directional signs at 600 Rockwell Ave. were approved as submitted. Casey's General Store's sign replacement at 342 Whitewater Ave. was approved with conditions, including reducing the pylon sign height to 18 feet or less.

• Approved minutes of September 24, 2024 Plan Commission meeting
• Approved A-1 Creative Packaging signage at 600 Rockwell Ave. (SPR-2024-07)
• Approved Casey's General Store sign package at 342 Whitewater Ave. (SPR-2024-06) with conditions

City Council

The Fort Atkinson City Council will hold a regular meeting with public hearings and comment, a consent agenda, and several action items. Key decisions include a first reading of an ordinance to annex 1222 Van Buren Street, contract approvals for a storm sewer lining and an elevator repair, and a possible closed session to discuss a police union memorandum of understanding.

• First reading of ordinance annexing 1222 Van Buren Street (to be 113 Wilson Avenue)
• Change Order #3 for Public Works and Parks Operations facility
• Certified Survey Maps for 1200 Whitewater Avenue and 1222 Van Buren Street
• Elevator repair at Hoard Historical Museum, not to exceed $93,876 (with $25,000 down payment in 2024)
• Storm sewer lining contract for Roosevelt Street with Visu-Sewer, not to exceed $32,436

Plan Commission

The Fort Atkinson Plan Commission is meeting to consider a property annexation petition and a one-lot Certified Survey Map for 1222 Van Buren Street (to be addressed 113 Wilson Avenue), as well as a Certified Survey Map for 1200 Whitewater Avenue. The commission will also review the minutes from its August 27, 2024 meeting.

• Review and possible recommendation on a petition for annexation and a one-lot Certified Survey Map for 1222 Van Buren Street (to be addressed 113 Wilson Avenue)
• Review and possible recommendation on a Certified Survey Map for 1200 Whitewater Avenue

The Plan Commission recommended City Council approval of a petition to annex property at 1222 Van Buren Street (to be addressed 113 Wilson Avenue) and a one-lot Certified Survey Map, allowing the owners to connect to city sewer and water due to a failed septic system. The commission also recommended approval of a Certified Survey Map for 1200 Whitewater Avenue to reconfigure parcels for potential higher-density residential development. Both recommendations passed unanimously.

• Recommended approval of annexation and Preliminary CSM for 1222 Van Buren St (motion carried)
• Recommended approval of Preliminary CSM for 1200 Whitewater Ave (motion carried)
• Approved minutes of August 27, 2024 Plan Commission meeting (motion carried)

Sex Offender Residence Board

The Fort Atkinson Sex Offender Residence Board will meet in person on September 18, 2024, to review and possibly take action on a Sex Offender Residence Appeal Form from Gabriel Thomas Lopez. The board may enter closed session to discuss medical, personal, or social history and treatment options under Wisconsin Statutes. A majority of the City Council may be present but will take no formal action.

• Review of Sex Offender Residence Appeal Form from Gabriel Thomas Lopez
• Possible closed session under Wis. Stat. 19.85(1)(f) for medical/personal history
• Meeting at City Hall Council Chambers, 4:00 PM

The Sex Offender Residence Board reviewed an appeal from Gabriel Thomas Lopez but took no action because the property he sought to reside at was no longer available. The board will reconvene once a new address is provided.

• Appeal from Gabriel Thomas Lopez deferred pending new address
• Closed session held to discuss appellant's personal history (unanimous)
• Returned to open session (unanimous)
• Meeting adjourned at 4:43 PM

City Council

The Fort Atkinson City Council will meet to consider several routine consent agenda items, including meeting minutes, permit reports, and special event approvals. The council will also discuss a resolution requesting exemption from the county library tax, a presentation on the Summer Aquatic Center season, and two fire department expenditures: a repair for Tender 8192 costing between $16,000 and $18,000, and a new ambulance purchase not to exceed $378,948.

• Resolution requesting exemption from County Library Tax
• Purchase of new Fire Department ambulance from Foster Coach Sales, Inc. at cost not to exceed $378,948
• Repair of Fire Department Tender 8192 at cost between $16,000 and $18,000
• Special events: Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration (Sept 28), Haunted Hike (Oct 18-19), Rotary Wine Walk (Oct 11)
• Presentation on Summer Aquatic Center season

Parks and Recreation Board

The Fort Atkinson Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will meet to approve past meeting minutes, discuss unfinished ballfield lighting work, and review a new bike repair station project for the Glacial River Trail. The board will also hear a director’s report and set the next meeting date.

• Discussion on Ballfield Lighting Subcommittee progress
• Possible recommendation for Glacial River Trail Eagle Scout Bike Repair Station and Pump Project

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board voted to recommend Landon Stachel's proposed Glacial River Trail Eagle Scout Bike Repair Station and Pump project to the Planning Commission. The board discussed the project's location, costs, and maintenance, and noted that the project will require a Public Monument and Building review. The board also approved the minutes from the June 12, 2024 meeting.

• Approved June 12, 2024 meeting minutes (motion by Jaeckel, second by Dorfman)
• Recommended Eagle Scout Bike Repair Station and Pump project to Planning Commission (motion by Baird, second by Baldry)

Finance Committee

The Fort Atkinson Finance Committee will review the draft 2025 Schedule of Fees and proposed 2025 wages for full-time, part-time, and seasonal employees as part of the upcoming operating budget. The committee may also convene in closed session to discuss union negotiations. No formal action is expected on these items at this meeting.

• Review of Draft 2025 Schedule of Fees
• Review of proposed 2025 full-time, part-time, and seasonal wages
• Possible closed session on union negotiations

City Council

The Fort Atkinson City Council will meet to consider several routine items, including consent agenda approvals, a proclamation for Senior Center Month, and a presentation on the Summer Reading program. Key new business items include purchasing an electric truck for the Water Utility, approving a liquor license, and entering into agreements for road and sidewalk projects. The council may also enter closed session to discuss property purchases.

• Purchase of electric truck for Water Utility, cost not to exceed $47,588
• Class A Fermented Malt Beverage License for Sarahndipity Salon, 121 N. Main Street
• State/Municipal Agreement for Banker Road reconstruction from Campus Drive to Hoard Road
• State/Municipal Agreement for Safe Routes to School in-fill sidewalks
• 2025 Recycling Grant application to Wisconsin DNR

The Fort Atkinson City Council approved the purchase of an electric Ford F-150 Lightning truck for the Water Utility at a cost not to exceed $47,588, with a 4-1 vote. They also approved state agreements for reconstructing Banker Road and constructing infill sidewalks, a design contract addendum for Banker Road, a site investigation contract for Koshkonong Estates, a recycling grant application, and a Class A fermented malt beverage license for Sarahndipity Salon. All motions carried, with some votes split.

• Approved EV Ford F-150 Lightning truck purchase for Water Utility, not to exceed $47,588 (4-1, Jaeckel opposed)
• Approved Class A Fermented Malt Beverage license for Sarahndipity Salon, 121 N. Main St.
• Approved State/Municipal Agreement to reconstruct Banker Road from Campus Drive to Hoard Road
• Approved State/Municipal Agreement for infill sidewalks as part of Safe Routes to School Plan
• Approved 2025 Recycling Grant application to Wisconsin DNR
• Awarded design contract addendum to Quam Engineering for Banker Road development, not to exceed $107,335
• Awarded site investigation contract to Graef for Koshkonong Estates, not to exceed $67,176 (4-1, Jaeckel opposed)
• Approved list of Verified Claims

Plan Commission

The Fort Atkinson Plan Commission is meeting to review and possibly approve the minutes from its August 13, 2024 meeting and to consider a Special Area Design Review for signage at Prana Health and Wellness, located at 14 S. Third St. W. The meeting is open to the public in person and via Zoom.

• Review and possible action on August 13, 2024 meeting minutes
• Special Area Design Review-Signage for Prana Health and Wellness (SADR-2024-05) at 14 S. Third St. W.

The Plan Commission approved a Special Area Design Review for signage at Prana Health and Wellness, 14 S. Third St. W., with conditions that the awning be removed or painted to match and the west addition's paint match the natural brick. The motion carried. The commission also approved the minutes from the August 13, 2024 meeting.

• Approved Special Area Design Review-Signage for Prana Health and Wellness (SADR-2024-05) with conditions
• Approved minutes of August 13, 2024 Plan Commission meeting

License Committee

The Fort Atkinson License Committee will meet to review and possibly recommend approval of a Class A fermented malt beverage license for Sarahndipity Salon at 121 N. Main Street. The license would cover September 4, 2024 through June 30, 2025. The committee's recommendation will go to the City Council. The agenda contains only this one new business item.

• Review of Class A Fermented Malt Beverage License for Sarahndipity Salon, 121 N. Main Street, for period Sept 4, 2024 – June 30, 2025

The License Committee reviewed an application from Sarahndipity Salon to add a Class 'A' Fermented Malt Beverage license to its existing liquor license. All required information was submitted and a background check was successful. The committee voted to recommend approval to the City Council.

• Recommended approval of Class 'A' Fermented Malt Beverage license for Sarahndipity Salon (unanimous)

City Council

The Fort Atkinson City Council is holding a workshop to discuss tax increment financing (TIF), including current tax increment districts and their termination timeline, as well as sample affordable housing program elements. This is a discussion and informational session, not a final decision-making meeting.

• Tax Increment Financing Workshop Presentation by Adam Ruechel of R.W. Baird
• Discussion of current Tax Increment Districts and termination timeline
• Review of 2023 Tax Increment District Reports to the Joint Review Board
• Discussion of sample affordable housing program elements

City Council

The Fort Atkinson City Council will hold a regular meeting with public hearings and comments, followed by consent agenda items and several resolutions and ordinances. Key actions include a resolution to extend Tax Incremental District No. 8 for one year to fund affordable housing, a budget amendment transferring funds between TIDs, and second readings of ordinances on crossing guards and Plan Commission membership. The council will also review certified survey maps for properties on Montclair Place and several streets, and approve temporary retailer's licenses for local events.

• Resolution extending TID No. 8 for one year to fund affordable housing programs
• Resolution amending 2024 budget to transfer funds between Tax Increment Districts
• Ordinance creating Section 94-5 on crossing guard authority (second/final reading)
• Ordinance amending Section 66-38 on Plan Commission membership (second reading)
• Certified Survey Map for 1708 Montclair Pl. and for properties on E. Sherman Ave., McMillen St., N. Fourth St.

The City Council approved two ordinances: one granting authority for adult crossing guards and another allowing the City Manager to appoint either the City Engineer or Public Works Director as Plan Commission Secretary. It also adopted a resolution amending the 2024 budget to transfer $1.78M from TID 8 to TID 6 and approved a resolution extending TID 8's life by one year for affordable housing. Two Certified Survey Maps were approved with conditions.

• Adopted ordinance on crossing guard authority (4-0)
• Adopted ordinance amending Plan Commission membership (4-0)
• Adopted budget amendment transferring $1,778,542.38 from TID 8 to TID 6 (4-0)
• Adopted resolution extending TID 8 for one year for affordable housing
• Approved preliminary CSM for 1708 Montclair Pl. with conditions
• Approved CSM for Fort Healthcare properties with conditions
• Approved consent agenda including special events and licenses
• Approved verified claims for payment

Plan Commission

The Fort Atkinson Plan Commission will review and possibly act on minutes from prior meetings, and make recommendations to the City Council on two certified survey maps and a site plan review for signage. The meeting is open to the public in person and via Zoom.

• Certified Survey Map for 1708 Montclair Pl. (CSM-2024-03)
• Site Plan Review-Signage for Dan's Washboard Laundry at 420 Mechanic Street (SPR-2024-05)
• Certified Survey Map for 611 E. Sherman Ave., 403 McMillen Street, 615 N. Fourth Street, 609 N. Fourth Street, 603 N. Fourth Street, and Existing Fourth Street Right of Way (CSM-2024-04)
• Review of minutes from June 25 and July 9, 2024 Plan Commission meetings

The Fort Atkinson Plan Commission recommended approval of two Certified Survey Maps to the City Council: one for a two-lot division at 1708 Montclair Pl. and one consolidating Fort Healthcare properties near the hospital campus. Both recommendations include contingencies. The commission also approved minutes from prior meetings and a signage site plan for Dan's Washboard Laundry.

• Approved minutes from June 25 and July 9, 2024 meetings
• Recommended approval of CSM-2024-03 for 1708 Montclair Pl. with contingencies
• Approved signage site plan for Dan's Washboard Laundry at 420 Mechanic St.
• Recommended approval of CSM-2024-04 for Fort Healthcare properties with contingencies

City Council

The Fort Atkinson City Council will hold a regular meeting with public hearings and comment, followed by a consent agenda and several action items. Key decisions include first readings of ordinances on crossing guard authority and Plan Commission membership, an intergovernmental agreement for a School Resource Officer, and an emergency water main pipe replacement contract. The meeting also includes routine approvals of minutes, appointments, and claims.

• First reading of ordinance on crossing guard authority (Section 94-5)
• First reading of ordinance amending Plan Commission membership (Section 66-38)
• Intergovernmental Agreement with Fort Atkinson School District for Police School Resource Officer Program 2024-2027
• Proposal from August Winters & Sons, Inc. for $10,125 to replace 12-inch pipe at Water Utility Main Station Reservoir
• Special event: Tour de Fort on August 24, 2024 at Jones Park and Lions Pavilion

The Fort Atkinson City Council approved an intergovernmental agreement with the school district to extend the Police School Resource Officer program through the 2026-2027 school year, with the district paying about $62,174 for the 2024-2025 year. The council also accepted an emergency $10,125 bid from August Winters & Sons to replace a cracked water pipe, and advanced two ordinances to second reading. All votes were unanimous among the four members present.

• Approved Intergovernmental Agreement for PSRO program 2024-2027 (unanimous)
• Accepted $10,125 emergency water pipe replacement proposal from August Winters & Sons (unanimous)
• Directed preparation of adult crossing guard ordinance for second reading (unanimous)
• Directed preparation of Plan Commission membership ordinance amendment for second reading (unanimous)
• Adopted proclamation recognizing National Water Quality Month (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes, appointments, and Tour de Fort special event (unanimous)
• Approved list of verified claims (unanimous)

Economic Development Commission

The Fort Atkinson Economic Development Commission will review and possibly act on a loan application from Little Rainbows Play Place LLC for the Capital Catalyst Revolving Loan Fund, including a closed session to discuss the applicant's financial and personal information. The agenda also includes approval of prior meeting minutes, a presentation from the Wisconsin Economic Development Association, and an update from Jefferson County economic development staff.

• Review of September 5, 2023 meeting minutes
• Closed session per Wis. Stat. §19.85(1)(f) to consider financial/personal info of Little Rainbows Play Place LLC for CCRLF loan
• Possible action on Little Rainbows Play Place LLC CCRLF loan application
• Presentation by Melissa Hunt, EDFP, Wisconsin Economic Development Association
• Jefferson County Economic Development Update by Deb Reinbold, JCEDC/ThriveED

The Economic Development Commission approved a $50,000 Capital Catalyst Revolving Loan Fund loan for Little Rainbows Play Place LLC, with a 7-year term at 2% fixed interest, subject to a second mortgage. The decision followed a closed session to review the applicant's financial and personal information. The commission also approved the minutes from the September 5, 2023 meeting. Presentations from WEDA and JCEDC were given, but no action was taken on them.

• Approved $50,000 CCRLF loan for Little Rainbows Play Place LLC (7-year term, 2% fixed, second mortgage)
• Approved minutes of September 5, 2023 EDC meeting
• Adjourned into closed session per Wis. Stat. §19.85(1)(f) to review loan applicant
• Reconvened into open session to act on loan application

Joint Review Board

The Joint Review Board will consider approving the 2023 annual reports for Tax Increment Districts 6, 7, and 8, and review the status of Districts 9 and 10. The board will also approve minutes from its August 14, 2023 meeting. No other substantive action is on the agenda.

• Approval of minutes from August 14, 2023 meeting
• Review and possible action on 2023 Annual Report for Tax Increment District 6
• Review and possible action on 2023 Annual Report for Tax Increment District 7
• Review and possible action on 2023 Annual Report for Tax Increment District 8
• Review of status of Tax Increment Districts 9 and 10

The Joint Review Board unanimously approved the 2023 annual reports for Tax Increment Districts 6, 7, and 8. The board also reviewed the status of TIDs 9 and 10, but took no action on them. The meeting was procedural, with no other substantive decisions made.

• Approved minutes from August 14, 2023 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved 2023 annual reports for TIDs 6, 7, and 8 (unanimous)

General

The Loan Review Committee is meeting to consider an application from Little Rainbows Play Place LLC for the Capital Catalyst Revolving Loan Fund. The committee will discuss the applicant's financial and personal information in closed session, then may make a recommendation to the Economic Development Commission. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from the August 28, 2023 meeting.

• Closed session per Wis. Stat. §19.85(1)(f) to review applicant financial/personal info
• Possible recommendation on Little Rainbows Play Place LLC CCRLF application
• Approval of August 28, 2023 meeting minutes

Ordinance Committee

The Ordinance Committee will review and possibly recommend to the City Council two ordinance changes: one creating a new section on crossing guard authority and another amending Plan Commission membership rules. No final decisions are made here; the committee only makes recommendations.

• Review of ordinance creating Section 94-5 on crossing guard authority
• Review of amendment to Section 66-38 on Plan Commission membership

City Council

The Fort Atkinson City Council will consider several purchases and approvals, including a $319,194.59 radio purchase, a minivan for the shared ride taxi program, and renewal of alcohol and tobacco licenses. They will also review public monuments at McCoy Park and Jones Park, and a three-lot certified survey map on Lakeview Drive. The agenda includes consent items and public comment.

• Purchase of Harris portable and Kenwood mobile radios from Gencomm, cost not to exceed $319,194.59
• Purchase of a rear load minivan for the Shared Ride Taxi Program
• Public Monument Review: WWII Memorial at McCoy Park, 1202 Madison Avenue
• Public Monument Review: Batting Cage Project at Jones Park, 615 Janesville Avenue
• Renewal of alcohol beverage and cigarette/tobacco licenses for July 17, 2024 – June 30, 2025

The Fort Atkinson City Council approved several items, including the purchase of new fire department radios for up to $319,194.59, a new taxi minivan for $72,373, and a World War II memorial at McCoy Park. They also approved a preliminary certified survey map for a three-lot division on Lakeview Drive and renewed licenses for Family Dollar. All motions carried unanimously.

• Approved purchase of Harris portable and Kenwood mobile radios from Gencomm, not to exceed $319,194.59
• Authorized purchase of rear-load minivan for Shared Ride Taxi Program at $72,373, with $57,809.60 reimbursed by WisDOT grant and $14,452.40 from ARPA funds
• Approved Public Monument Review for World War II memorial at McCoy Park
• Approved Public Monument/Building Review for batting cage project at Jones Park
• Approved preliminary Certified Survey Map for three-lot division on 1400 block of Lakeview Drive, contingent on showing 8' side setback on final map
• Approved Family Dollar alcohol license renewal for 1517 Madison Avenue
• Approved Family Dollar cigarette, tobacco, and electronic vaping retail license
• Approved list of verified claims

Police and Fire Commission

The Police and Fire Commission will meet to review and potentially act on personnel appointments. This includes candidates from the Fire/EMS recruitment process and the promotional process for detective positions.

• Appointment of Firefighter/Paramedics and/or Firefighter/AEMTs (Peterson)
• Promotional process for detective position(s) (Bump)
• Approval of June 4, 2024, meeting minutes

The Police and Fire Commission approved the appointment of Josh Bull as a full-time Firefighter/EMT Advanced, and promoted Ryan Wagner and Heather Peck to General Detective positions. An eligibility list for future detective openings was also established. All motions carried unanimously.

• Approved appointment of Josh Bull as full-time Firefighter/EMT Advanced (unanimous)
• Approved appointment of Ryan Wagner to General Detective effective August 4, 2024 (unanimous)
• Approved appointment of Heather Peck to second General Detective in October/November 2024 (unanimous)
• Established detective eligibility list expiring December 31, 2024, including Officer Vanessa Leonard (unanimous)

Sex Offender Residence Board

The Sex Offender Residence Board will review and possibly act on two appeal forms from Russell Solem and Randy Enos regarding sex offender residence restrictions. The board may enter closed session to discuss medical, personal, or social history and treatment options as allowed by state law.

• Review of Sex Offender Residence Appeal Form from Russell Solem
• Review of Sex Offender Residence Appeal Form from Randy Enos
• Possible closed session under Wisconsin Statutes Section 19.85(1)(f)

The Sex Offender Residence Board approved exemption requests from Russell Solem and Randy Enos, allowing them to reside at their requested locations under specific conditions. Solem's exemption passed 3-1, while Enos's was approved unanimously. Both decisions followed closed sessions to discuss personal and treatment history.

• Granted Russell Solem's residence exemption with conditions (3-1)
• Granted Randy Enos's residence exemption with conditions (unanimous)
• Required Enos to comply with city ordinances and state statutes, with a 12-month check-in on July 11, 2025

Plan Commission

The Fort Atkinson Plan Commission will review and make recommendations on several items, including public monument requests for a WWII Memorial at McCoy Park and a batting cage project at Jones Park, a three-lot Certified Survey Map on Lakeview Drive, and a site plan for a DG Market on Janesville Avenue. The commission will also consider minutes from the June 25, 2024 meeting.

• Public Monument Review for WWII Memorial at McCoy Park, 1202 Madison Avenue (PMR-2024-02)
• Public Monument Review for Batting Cage Project at Jones Park, 615 Janesville Avenue (PMR-2024-03)
• Three-lot Certified Survey Map for property on 1400 block of Lakeview Drive (CSM-2024-02)
• Site Plan Review for DG Market on 1400 block of Janesville Avenue, parcel 226-0514-0931-012 (SPR-2024-03)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee is meeting to review documentation for updates to the 2024 Non-Represented Pay Plan and to receive a presentation on available 2025 budget information. No formal action is expected, as the City Council will not take votes at this meeting.

• Review of 2024 Non-Represented Pay Plan updates
• Presentation of 2025 Budget Information Available

License Committee

The Fort Atkinson License Committee will meet to review and possibly recommend approval of renewal applications for alcohol beverage licenses and cigarette/tobacco product licenses for the July 17, 2024 through June 30, 2025 licensing period. The committee's recommendations will go to the City Council for final action. The meeting is open to the public in person and via Zoom.

• Review of Renewal Alcohol Beverage License applications for July 17, 2024 – June 30, 2025
• Review of Cigarette and Tobacco Product applications for July 17, 2024 – June 30, 2025
• Possible recommendation to City Council on license approvals

The License Committee voted to recommend City Council approval of Family Dollar Store #26250's renewal applications for a Class A Fermented Malt Beverage License and a Cigarette, Tobacco and Electronic Vaping Device Retail License for the period July 17, 2024 through June 30, 2025. Both motions carried unanimously. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Recommended approval of Family Dollar Store #26250 Class A Fermented Malt Beverage License renewal (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of Family Dollar Store #26250 Cigarette, Tobacco and Electronic Vaping Device Retail License renewal (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will meet to consider a zoning map amendment for 1233 Janesville Avenue and a change order for the Public Works and Parks Operations facility. The agenda also includes reviewing claims, citizen appointments, and a special event permit.

• Zoning amendment for 1233 Janesville Avenue from Light Industrial to Urban Mixed Use
• Change Order #2 for the Public Works and Parks Operations facility
• Special Event: Fourth of July Glow Run at Jones Market and Glacial River Trail
• Disallowance of claims against the City from Majewski, Heiman, and Root
• Citizen appointments to committees, commissions, and boards

Plan Commission

The Fort Atkinson Plan Commission will meet to review minutes from the June 11 meeting. The commission will also consider site plan and design reviews for two local businesses.

• Site Plan Review for signage at Oak Tree Child and Family Services, 511 Madison Ave.
• Special Area Design Review for JM Carpets, 107 S. Main St.
• Review of June 11, 2024, meeting minutes

The Fort Atkinson Plan Commission approved the minutes from the June 11, 2024 meeting. It approved a site plan review for new signage at Oak Tree Child and Family Services, 511 Madison Ave. It also approved a special area design review for JM Carpets, 107 S. Main St., allowing a new paint color scheme for the storefront.

• Approved minutes of June 11, 2024 Plan Commission meeting
• Approved Site Plan Review for signage at Oak Tree Child and Family Services, 511 Madison Ave.
• Approved Special Area Design Review for JM Carpets, 107 S. Main St.

City Council

The Fort Atkinson City Council will meet to review routine minutes, utility reports, and special event permits. They will also consider a zoning map amendment for 1233 Janesville Avenue and vote on purchasing new heating boilers for the Wastewater Utility. The meeting includes a proclamation for Parks and Recreation Month.

• Zoning change for 1233 Janesville Avenue from Light Industrial to Urban Mixed Use
• Purchase of two replacement heating boilers for Wastewater Utility
• Biosolids Management Facility Plan Amendment
• Rebuilding Pista Grit System including replacement grit pump and control panel
• Proclamation recognizing July as Parks and Recreation Month

Parks and Recreation Board

The Fort Atkinson Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will meet to elect a chair and vice chair for the coming year, approve prior minutes, and discuss several park projects. They will review and possibly recommend to the Planning Commission the McCoy Park Doughboy Restoration and World War Two Monument projects, and review a batting cage concept for Jones Park. The meeting is open to the public in person and via Zoom.

• Election of Chair and Vice Chair for term June 14, 2024 – June 1, 2025
• Discussion on Ballfield Lighting Subcommittee
• Review and possible recommendation to Planning Commission on McCoy Park Doughboy Restoration Project
• Review of Jones Park Batting Cage Concept
• Review and possible recommendation to Planning Commission on McCoy Park World War Two Monument Project

Plan Commission

The Fort Atkinson Plan Commission will hold a public hearing and consider recommending a zoning map amendment for 1233 Janesville Avenue, changing it from Light Industrial (LI) to Urban Mixed Use (UMU) to allow future business use. The commission will also review minutes from its May 14 meeting. No other substantive items are on the agenda.

• Public hearing on ZMA-2024-01: rezone 1233 Janesville Avenue from Light Industrial to Urban Mixed Use
• Possible recommendation to City Council on the zoning map amendment
• Review of May 14, 2024 Plan Commission meeting minutes

The Plan Commission voted to recommend a zoning map amendment for 1233 Janesville Avenue, changing the district from Light Industrial (LI) to Urban Mixed Use (UMU) to allow a wider range of uses. The recommendation is subject to site plan review for new signage and exterior alterations. The public hearing had no comments. The motion carried.

• Approved minutes of May 14, 2024 Plan Commission meeting
• Recommended rezoning 1233 Janesville Ave from LI to UMU (motion carried)

Police and Fire Commission

The Police and Fire Commission will consider promoting a candidate to Fire/EMS Department Captain, appointing candidates for Firefighter/Paramedic and Firefighter/AEMT positions, and establishing an eligibility list for future vacancies. The commission may also enter closed session to discuss employee performance data. The meeting includes routine approval of prior minutes.

• Promotion of top candidate for Fire/EMS Department Captain position
• Appointment of top candidates for Firefighter/Paramedic and Firefighter/AEMT roles
• Establishment of eligibility list for future Firefighter/Paramedic and Firefighter/AEMT vacancies
• Possible closed session under Wis. Stat. §19.85(1)(c) for employee performance data
• Approval of May 13, 2024 meeting minutes

The Police and Fire Commission approved the promotion of Mike Lawson to Captain in the Fire/EMS Department, effective June 5, 2024. They also appointed Brandon Rogneby as a full-time Firefighter/EMT-A, effective June 24, 2024. The commission convened in closed session to discuss employee performance data but took no action, and no decision was made on establishing an eligibility list for future vacancies.

• Approved minutes of May 13, 2024 meeting
• Convened closed session under State Stat. §19.85(1)(c) for employee performance data
• Reconvened to open session with no action taken
• Promoted Mike Lawson to Captain effective June 5, 2024
• Appointed Brandon Rogneby as full-time Firefighter/EMT-A effective June 24, 2024

City Council

The Fort Atkinson City Council will hold its regular meeting, covering consent agenda items, public hearings, and public comment. Key actions include approving annual alcohol beverage and tobacco/vaping retail licenses for July 2024-June 2025, and authorizing a robotic pool cleaner purchase with ARPA funds. The council will also receive the 2023 financial statements and consider a claim disallowance.

• Alcohol Beverage License Applications for July 1, 2024-June 30, 2025
• Cigarette, Tobacco and Electronic Vaping Device Retail License Applications for same period
• Purchase of Enduro M32 Robotic Pool Cleaner with ARPA funds, cost not to exceed $11,767.45
• Presentation of 2023 Financial Statements by Baker Tilly
• Special events: 10th Annual Dairy Day at the MOOseum (June 15) and Frosty Rock Challenge (Nov 9)

The Fort Atkinson City Council approved alcohol beverage licenses and cigarette/tobacco/e-vaping device licenses for the 2024-25 licensing period, contingent on payment of owed monies. It also authorized the purchase of an Enduro M32 Robotic Pool Cleaner for up to $11,767.45 using ARPA funds. A claim against the city was disallowed, and the consent agenda was approved. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved alcohol beverage license applications for July 1, 2024–June 30, 2025, contingent on payment of monies owed (motion carried)
• Approved cigarette, tobacco, and electronic vaping device retail license applications for July 1, 2024–June 30, 2025, contingent on payment of monies owed (motion carried)
• Authorized purchase of Enduro M32 Robotic Pool Cleaner at cost not to exceed $11,767.45 using ARPA funds (motion carried)
• Disallowed a claim against the city per Wisconsin Statutes 893.80(1)(g) (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes, special events, and citizen appointments (5-0)
• Approved list of verified claims for payment (5-0)

License Committee

The Fort Atkinson License Committee will meet to review and possibly recommend approval of alcohol beverage and cigarette/tobacco/electronic vaping device retail license applications for the licensing period July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2025. The committee's recommendations will go to the City Council for final action.

• Review of Alcohol Beverage License Applications for 2024-2025 licensing period
• Review of Cigarette, Tobacco and Electronic Vaping Device Retail License Applications for 2024-2025 licensing period

City Council

The Fort Atkinson City Council will meet to consider routine approvals including meeting minutes, permits, licenses, and utility financial statements. The most substantive item is a resolution authorizing a Department of Public Works application for a Wisconsin DNR Urban Forestry Grant through the federal Inflation Reduction Act. The council will also review proclamations, a special event permit, and a public monument review for an accessory structure at Haumerson's Pond.

• Resolution authorizing DNR Urban Forestry Grant application via Inflation Reduction Act
• Special event permit for Fort Atkinson Club Veteran's Regional Benefit on June 22, 2024
• Temporary Class 'B' Retailer's License for St. Joseph's Catholic Church at 1660 Endl Blvd on June 1, 2024
• Proclamation recognizing Fort Atkinson as Intersectional Peony City of Wisconsin
• Public monument review for Haumerson's Pond accessory structure

Plan Commission

The Fort Atkinson Plan Commission will meet on May 14, 2024, to review minutes from the April 23 meeting and consider two requests: a public monument review for an accessory structure at Haumerson's Pond and a special area design review for signage at McGee's Chicken on N. Main St. No formal decisions are scheduled beyond these reviews.

• Review minutes from April 23, 2024 Plan Commission meeting
• Public Monument Review for Haumerson's Pond accessory structure (PMR-2024-01)
• Special Area Design Review for McGee's Chicken signage at 122 N. Main St. (SADR-2024-02)

The Plan Commission recommended City Council approval of a Public Monument/Building Review for a new storage and concessions building at Haumerson's Pond, funded partly by a $100,000 DNR grant. It also approved a signage design review for McGee's Chicken at 122 N. Main St., contingent on removal of an unused non-conforming sign. Both motions carried unanimously.

• Approved minutes of April 23, 2024 Plan Commission meeting (unanimous)
• Recommended City Council approval of Public Monument/Building Review for Haumerson's Pond accessory structure (unanimous)
• Approved Special Area Design Review for McGee's Chicken signage, contingent on removal of non-conforming protruding sign (unanimous)

General

The Fort Atkinson Police and Fire Commission is meeting to approve the previous meeting's minutes and consider appointing top candidates for the Division Chief and Captain positions in the Fire/EMS Department. The meeting is in person at City Hall on May 13, 2024.

• Appointment of top candidate for Division Chief, Fort Atkinson Fire/EMS Department
• Appointment of top candidate for Captain, Fort Atkinson Fire/EMS Department
• Approval of April 25, 2024 Police and Fire Commission minutes

City Council

The Fort Atkinson City Council will hold a regular meeting with public hearings and comment, followed by a consent agenda covering minutes, appointments, and several special event permits. New business includes a proposed 4.1% water rate increase application, a planning services contract for Janesville Avenue and Downtown Main Street corridors, a pre-development agreement with Intrepid Investments LLC, biosolids storage tank cleaning and disposal proposals, a change order for the Public Works and Parks Operations facility construction, and an offer to the Town of Ixonia to purchase a Class B liquor license. The meeting also includes proclamations and an economic development presentation.

• 4.1% Water Rate Increase Application to the Public Service Commission
• Contract for Planning Services for Janesville Avenue and Downtown Main Street corridors
• Pre-development agreement with Intrepid Investments LLC
• Biosolids Storage Tank Cleaning and Biosolids Disposal Proposals
• Change Order 1 of Public Works and Parks Operations facility construction contract

The Fort Atkinson City Council approved several contracts and actions, including planning services for Janesville Avenue and Main Street corridors, a pre-development agreement with Intrepid Investments, biosolids tank cleaning, a change order for the Public Works facility, a 4.1% water rate increase application, and an offer to purchase a liquor license. All votes were 5-0. No public hearings were held, and no resolutions or ordinances were considered.

• Approved WisDOT/Vandewalle planning contracts for Janesville Ave ($40,000) and Main St ($35,000), city share $15,000 (5-0)
• Approved pre-development agreement with Intrepid Investments LLC for Banker Road property (5-0)
• Authorized biosolids tank cleaning by Walter and Sons, up to $28,000 (5-0)
• Approved Change Order #1 for Public Works facility, not to exceed $224,304.87 (5-0)
• Approved 4.1% water rate increase application to PSC (5-0)
• Authorized offer to Town of Ixonia to purchase Reserve Class B liquor license up to $10,000 (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including special events and appointments (5-0)
• Approved proclamations for Debi Hayes retirement, Clerks Week, Police Week, EMS Week (5-0)

Police and Fire Commission

The Fort Atkinson Police and Fire Commission will meet to review and possibly act on appointing a temporary chair and approving the minutes from the April 10 meeting. The commission will also discuss hiring top candidates for the Police Department.

• Possible action on appointment of a temporary chair
• Review and possible approval of April 10 meeting minutes
• Review of top candidates for Police Department hiring

Plan Commission

The Fort Atkinson Plan Commission is meeting to hold a public hearing on a conditional use permit for a new wireless telecommunications service facility in the 1500 block of Commonwealth Drive. No other substantive items are on the agenda; the meeting consists of the hearing and standard procedural items.

• Public hearing on conditional use permit for a wireless telecommunications facility in the 1500 block of Commonwealth Drive (Draeger)

The Plan Commission held a public hearing for a conditional use permit for a new wireless telecommunications tower at 1500 block of Commonwealth Drive but took no action. The applicant, Tillman Infrastructure Inc., proposed a 193-foot tower, and discussion covered height, fencing, stormwater conditions, and alternatives. The item was left pending with no vote.

• Held public hearing for conditional use permit for wireless tower at 1500 block Commonwealth Drive
• No action taken on conditional use permit; item left pending

City Council

The Fort Atkinson City Council meets to handle routine approvals, public hearings, and several policy items. Key actions include a possible vote on a 'Less Mow May' temporary exception to the mowing ordinance, a final reading on direct seller regulations, and the swearing-in of new council members followed by election of officers for the 2024-2025 term. The agenda also includes a stormwater report, proclamations, a certified survey map for a property on East Cramer Street, and claims payments.

• Resolution for 'Less Mow May' temporary exception to Section 102-121(b)(1) of municipal code
• Second/final reading of ordinance amending Sections 22-262 and 22-263 on Direct Sellers
• Certified Survey Map for Opportunities Inc. at 201 East Cramer Street
• Proclamations for Fair Housing Month, National Library Week, and After School Professionals Appreciation Week
• Election of Council President and President Pro Tem for 2024-2025 term

The Fort Atkinson City Council approved a resolution allowing a temporary exception to grass height limits for 'Less Mow May' and adopted an ordinance amending direct seller regulations, including removing fees, changing revocation authority, and limiting licenses. The council also approved a certified survey map for Opportunities Inc., recognized several proclamations, and approved claims. The meeting concluded with the swearing-in of new council members and election of officers for the 2024-2025 term.

• Adopted 'Less Mow May' resolution (5-0)
• Adopted direct seller ordinance amendments (5-0)
• Approved Certified Survey Map for Opportunities Inc. at 201 E Cramer St (5-0)
• Approved verified claims for March 21-31 and April 1-16, 2024 (5-0)
• Recognized Fair Housing Month, National Library Week, and After School Professionals Appreciation Week (5-0)
• Elected Cm. Lescohier as Council President and Cm. Schultz as President Pro Tem (5-0)
• Confirmed Eric Schultz as Council Representative on Plan Commission (5-0)
• Designated Daily Jefferson County Union as Official City Newspaper (5-0)

General

The Police and Fire Committee will meet to discuss personnel actions, including a possible appointment to chair the meeting and updates on hiring for the Police Department and Fire/EMS recruitment. No formal decisions are scheduled, but actions may be taken on these items.

• Possible appointment of Commissioner Turk to chair the meeting
• Review and possible action on hiring top Police Department candidates
• Update on Fire/EMS Department recruitment process

The Police and Fire Committee met and approved extending an offer of employment to Mitchell Broadhead for a patrol officer position, contingent on background and other checks. The committee also received an update on Fire/EMS recruitment for Division Chief and Captain positions. Commissioner Turk was appointed to chair the meeting in the absence of Chairperson Jones.

• Appointed Commissioner Turk to chair the meeting (4-0)
• Approved offer of employment to Mitchell Broadhead for patrol officer, contingent on background check, physical, physical agility test, drug test, and psychological evaluation (4-0)

Plan Commission

The Fort Atkinson Plan Commission will consider three new business items: a site plan review and a certified survey map for Opportunities Inc. at 201 East Cramer Street, and a special area design review for signage at Paddy Shack at 201 South Main Street. The commission may take action on these items, as well as approve the minutes from the March 12, 2024 meeting.

• Site Plan Review for Opportunities Inc., 201 East Cramer Street (SPR-2024-01)
• Certified Survey Map for Opportunities Inc., 201 East Cramer Street (CSM-2024-02)
• Special Area Design Review-Signage for Paddy Shack, 201 South Main Street (SADR-2024-03)
• Approval of minutes from March 12, 2024 Plan Commission meeting

The Fort Atkinson Plan Commission approved a site plan review for Opportunities Inc. at 201 East Cramer Street, including a 53,620 sq ft building addition and new paving, subject to conditions. It also recommended City Council approval of a Certified Survey Map to combine two parcels into one. Additionally, the commission approved signage for Paddy Shack at 201 South Main Street and the minutes from the March 12 meeting.

• Approved minutes of March 12, 2024 Plan Commission meeting
• Approved Site Plan Review for Opportunities Inc. (SPR-2024-01) with conditions
• Recommended City Council approval of CSM for Opportunities Inc. (CSM-2024-02) with conditions
• Approved Special Area Design Review for Paddy Shack signage at 201 S. Main Street

Ordinance Committee

The Fort Atkinson Ordinance Committee will meet to discuss two items: a proposed ordinance amendment regarding direct sellers and a discussion on off-street parking standards. No formal decisions will be made at this meeting, as it is informational only.

• Review of ordinance amending Section 22-261 on Direct Sellers
• Discussion of Off-Street Parking Standards

Plan Commission

The Fort Atkinson Plan Commission will meet to review and possibly recommend action on a certified survey map for St. Paul Lutheran Church at 309 Bluff Street, and to approve minutes from the previous meeting. The meeting is open to the public in person and via Zoom.

• Review and possible recommendation on Certified Survey Map CSM-2024-01 for St. Paul Lutheran Church, 309 Bluff Street
• Approval of minutes from February 13, 2024 Plan Commission meeting

The Plan Commission voted to recommend that the City Council approve a preliminary Certified Survey Map (CSM-2024-01) for St. Paul's Lutheran Church at 309 Bluff Street. The map combines three lots into one, with a condition to note the stormwater basin as a permanent easement. The commission also approved the minutes of the February 13, 2024 meeting. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved minutes of February 13, 2024 Plan Commission meeting
• Recommended City Council approval of preliminary CSM-2024-01 combining three lots into one (with stormwater easement noted)

City Council

The Fort Atkinson City Council will vote on several public works contracts for water main replacement and street improvements, a police department purchase of mobile data computers, and a resolution recognizing World Migratory Bird Day. The meeting also includes a consent agenda, public comment, and a proclamation honoring two police officers.

• Purchase of Mobile Data Computers for Police Department, cost not to exceed $20,490
• 2024 construction contract for water main replacement and street improvements
• Design contract for 2025 water main replacement and street improvements
• Design contract for Riverside Drive water main and sanitary sewer improvements
• Contract for design of Banker Road Development public infrastructure