Fort Atkinson public meetings in 2025

City Council

The Fort Atkinson City Council will meet December 16, 2025, to act on routine minutes, utility reports, and special event approvals. The meeting also includes votes on major purchases like fire department vehicles and police body cameras, as well as intergovernmental agreements and infrastructure projects.

• Purchase of 10 tires for Fire Department Tender 8191
• Fire Department battalion vehicle purchase: 2026 Ford F-350 Crew Cab with equipment ($125,511.91 max)
• GETAC Body Camera Fleet & In-Squad Video Recording System ($25,847.00 max)
• One-year Intergovernmental Agreement with Town of Koshkonong for Building Inspection Services
• N. Main St. Sanitary Sewer Design Task Order

The Fort Atkinson City Council approved a series of actions, including rescheduling 2026 meetings to avoid election dates, appointing election inspectors, and entering into an intergovernmental agreement with the Town of Koshkonong for building inspection services. They also approved several contracts for public works, police, and fire department equipment and services.

• Rescheduled 2026 City Council meetings to Feb 19, Apr 9, Nov 5 (if needed) for elections
• Approved appointment of Election Inspectors for 2026-2027 cycle
• Approved one-year building inspection agreement with Town of Koshkonong (80/20 fee split, $10K guarantee)
• Approved Certified Survey Map for W6116 Star School Road, waiving road dedication
• Approved $76,500 payment to WEDC for unused Capital Catalyst funds
• Authorized 2026 Joint Powers Agreement with Jefferson County for 911 system
• Approved $13,040 contract with Great Lakes Urban Forestry for tree inventory and management plan
• Approved $25,847 for GETAC body cameras and in-squad recording systems

General

The Transportation & Traffic Review Committee will meet to consider several traffic-related items, including a request for no parking signs, a pedestrian crossing and traffic signal review, and a reduced speed limit request. The committee may take action on these items and make recommendations to the City Council. The agenda also includes routine items like approving minutes and updates on transit grants and vehicles.

• No parking signs at 643 West Hilltop Trail
• Pedestrian crossing and traffic signal at S. Third St. and Robert St.
• Reduced speed limit on W. Sherman Ave.
• 2026 transit grant submitted to the state
• Vehicle updates

The Transportation & Traffic Review Committee denied a request for no-parking signs at 643 West Hilltop Trail after staff monitoring found them unnecessary. It also denied a request for crosswalk stripes and a sign at W. Sherman Ave. and Jackson St. based on speed survey data. The committee directed staff to analyze the S. Third St. and Robert St. intersection and report options at the March 2026 meeting. Transit grant updates were informational only; no action was taken.

• Denied no-parking signs at 643 West Hilltop Trail (motion passed)
• Denied crosswalk stripes and sign at W. Sherman Ave. and Jackson St. (motion passed)
• Directed staff to analyze S. Third St. and Robert St. intersection, report at March 2026 meeting (motion passed)
• Approved minutes of September 11, 2025 meeting (motion carried)

Parks and Recreation Board

The Fort Atkinson Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will meet to approve prior minutes, discuss the Memorial Park Facility Improvement Subcommittee, and consider several facility agreements at city parks. The board is deciding on baseball facility agreements and a concessions stand lease at Memorial Park, plus an archery range maintenance agreement at Rock River Park.

• Review of September 10, 2025 meeting minutes
• Discussion of Memorial Park Facility Improvement Subcommittee
• Fort Youth Baseball Facility Agreement and Concessions Stand Lease at Memorial Park
• Fort Atkinson Junior Blackhawk Baseball Facility Agreement at Memorial Park
• Fort Atkinson WisConservation Club Paul Weismann Memorial Archery Range Maintenance Agreement at Rock River Park

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board voted to support the Director in executing three agreements: a Field Use Agreement and Concessions Stand Lease with Fort Youth Baseball, a Facility Agreement with Fort Atkinson Junior Blackhawk Baseball, and a Maintenance Agreement with the Fort Atkinson WisConservation Club for the Paul Weismann Memorial Archery Range. The board also approved the minutes from the September 10, 2025 meeting. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved minutes of September 10, 2025 meeting
• Supported Director in executing Field Use Agreement and Concessions Stand Lease with Fort Youth Baseball at Memorial Park
• Supported Director in entering Facility Agreement with Fort Atkinson Junior Blackhawk Baseball at Memorial Park
• Supported Director in entering Maintenance Agreement with Fort Atkinson WisConservation Club for Paul Weismann Memorial Archery Range at Rock River Park

Plan Commission

The Fort Atkinson Plan Commission is meeting to review and possibly recommend action on an extraterritorial certified survey map for a property at W6116 Star School Road in the Town of Koshkonong. They will also review minutes from the November 25 meeting and receive an update on previously approved projects. No final decisions are made by the commission; recommendations go to the City Council.

• Review and possible recommendation on Extraterritorial Certified Survey Map CSM-2025-13 for W6116 Star School Road, Town of Koshkonong
• Review of November 25, 2025 Plan Commission minutes
• Update on previously approved projects

The Plan Commission voted to recommend City Council approval of an Extraterritorial Certified Survey Map for W6116 Star School Road, allowing a 2-acre parcel to be split off from a 37.67-acre parcel for a new residence. The recommendation includes a waiver of the road dedication requirement along Star School Road, as neither the Town of Koshkonong nor Jefferson County requires it. The motion carried, and the recommendation is subject to edits by the Director of Neighborhood Services.

• Approved minutes of November 25, 2025 Plan Commission meeting (motion carried)
• Recommended City Council approval of Extraterritorial CSM for W6116 Star School Road, waiving road dedication (motion carried)

Library Board

The Dwight Foster Public Library Board will meet to discuss the December financial report, approve bills, and review the updated 2026 operating budget. The board will also consider the 2026 meeting schedule and progress on the 2024-2026 Strategic Plan. A closed session may be held to discuss the Library Director's performance review.

• Review and possible action on the updated 2026 library operating budget
• Review and possible action on the 2026 Jefferson County Library Service contracts
• Review progress on the 2024-2026 Strategic Plan
• Possible closed session for Library Director performance review
• Approval of library bills

City Council

The City Council is holding a workshop to review a site investigation for Koshkonong Estates and associated cost estimates, presented by consultants Graef and Ruekert and Mielke. Council members will ask questions, hear public input, and may provide direction to staff on next steps. The agenda is focused on this single topic.

• Presentation of site investigation for Koshkonong Estates by Joy Corona (Graef)
• Cost estimates presented by Andy Burt (Ruekert and Mielke)
• Public input session for general public and Koshkonong Estates property owners

City Council

The Fort Atkinson City Council will consider authorizing up to $7,000,000 in general obligation promissory notes, approve purchases of ballot tabulators and gym floor covering for elections, and review contracts for construction administration services. They will also consider police squad car purchases and a fire department HVAC repair. The consent agenda includes approval of minutes and a special event permit for a holiday farmers market.

• Resolution authorizing issuance of up to $7,000,000 General Obligation Promissory Notes
• Purchase of DS300 Ballot Tabulators for elections
• Purchase of Gymnasium Floor Covering for elections
• Contract for construction administration services with MSA for 2026 S. Main Pedestrian Path Project
• Police Department squad car purchase, equipment and upfitting order for 2026

The City Council unanimously approved a resolution authorizing the issuance of up to $7,000,000 in General Obligation Promissory Notes for 2026-2027 capital projects and purchases, including refinancing of the 2024B Note Anticipation Notes. The council also approved several other purchases, including new ballot tabulators, gym floor coverings, construction administration services, a police squad car, and HVAC repairs.

• Approved resolution authorizing up to $7M in General Obligation Promissory Notes (unanimous)
• Approved payment to Jefferson County for DS300 ballot tabulators, not to exceed $10,185
• Approved purchase of gymnasium floor coverings for elections, not to exceed $12,863.25
• Approved final construction administration cost of $189,887 for 2025 water relay and road rehab project
• Approved MSA contract for S. Main Pedestrian Path construction administration, not to exceed $155,000
• Approved purchase of squad car from Griffin Ford for $45,269 plus equipment up to $26,013.77
• Approved Fire Department HVAC repair from Ahern, not to exceed $9,865
• Approved list of verified claims and authorized payment (roll call vote)

Plan Commission

The Fort Atkinson Plan Commission will meet to consider a special area design review for signage at Hein Law Office, approve prior meeting minutes, and receive an update on previously approved projects. The meeting is open to the public in person and via Zoom.

• Special Area Design Review for signage at Hein Law Office, 101 S. Main St. (SADR-2025-02)
• Review and possible action on minutes of November 4, 2025 Plan Commission meeting
• Update on previously approved projects

The Fort Atkinson Plan Commission approved a Special Area Design Review for two new signs at Hein Law Office, 101 S. Main Street, with conditions including cleaning the awning and removing any remnants of prior signage. The commission also approved the minutes from the November 4, 2025 meeting. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved minutes of November 4, 2025 Plan Commission meeting
• Approved Special Area Design Review for signage at Hein Law Office, 101 S. Main Street, with conditions

City Council

The Fort Atkinson City Council will consider adopting the 2026 annual budget, setting the property tax levy, confirming the total levy and mill rate, and establishing the 2026 schedule of fees. The agenda also includes a resolution to place the annual garbage and recycling fee on property tax bills, along with consent agenda items such as meeting minutes, permit reports, and utility financial statements. A public hearing is listed but no specific items are detailed.

• Resolution adopting 2026 Annual Budget and setting property tax levy
• Resolution confirming total levy for taxing jurisdictions and determining mill rate
• Resolution establishing 2026 Schedule of Fees
• Resolution approving annual garbage and recycling fee to be placed on property tax bill
• Consent agenda includes October building/plumbing/electrical permit report and utility financial statements

The City Council unanimously adopted the 2026 annual budget and set the property tax levy at $9,344,051, with a city mill rate of $7.16 per $1,000 of assessed value. A proposed amendment to remove a new full-time Building & Facilities Manager position failed 2-3. The council also approved an annual garbage and recycling fee of $231 per unit, to be placed on the 2025 tax bill, and adopted the 2026 fee schedule and levy confirmation.

• Adopted 2026 annual budget and set property tax levy at $9,344,051 (unanimous)
• Approved annual garbage and recycling fee of $231 per unit on property tax bill (unanimous)
• Denied amendment to strike new Building & Facilities Manager position (2-3)
• Confirmed total levy for taxing jurisdictions and mill rate (unanimous)
• Adopted 2026 Schedule of Fees (unanimous)
• Approved verified claims list (unanimous)

Library Board

The Fort Atkinson Library Board is meeting to handle routine business: approving October minutes, reviewing the November financial report, and approving bills. The board will also consider the 2026 Bridges Library System Annual Addendum and set the library's 2026 holidays and closure dates. A trustee training session on library advocacy is scheduled as a discussion item.

• Review and possible action on 2026 Bridges Library System Annual Addendum
• Review and possible action on 2026 holidays and closure dates
• Approval of library bills (Lippert)
• November financial report discussion (Lippert)
• Trustee training: Library Advocacy (Chapter 13)

Police and Fire Commission

The Fort Atkinson Police and Fire Commission will meet in person on November 5, 2025, to review and possibly approve the minutes from its September 22, 2025 meeting. The main business is considering appointments of top candidates from the Police Department hiring process and the Fire/EMS Department recruitment for a Firefighter/Paramedic. The meeting is open to the public, with accommodations available upon request.

• Review and possible action on September 22, 2025 meeting minutes
• Appointment of top candidate(s) from Police Department hiring process
• Appointment of top candidate(s) from Fire/EMS recruitment for Firefighter/Paramedic

The Police and Fire Commission approved the minutes from the September 22, 2025 meeting. They voted to extend an offer of employment to Enrique Balderas for a police officer position, contingent on a background check, psychology test, and physical agility test. The Fire/EMS Department hiring process for a Firefighter/Paramedic vacancy is ongoing with no action taken.

• Approved minutes of September 22, 2025 meeting
• Extended conditional offer of employment to Enrique Balderas for police officer position

City Council

The Fort Atkinson City Council will hold a public hearing on the proposed 2026 operating budget, 2026 capital improvements budget, and the 2027-2031 capital improvements plan. The council will also consider a consent agenda, an extraterritorial certified survey map for a property on County Rd. K, and may enter closed session to discuss purchasing public properties. The meeting includes public comment periods for items on and off the agenda.

• Public hearing on 2026 Operating Budget, 2026 Capital Improvements Budget, and 2027-2031 Capital Improvements Plan
• Special event request from Fort Atkinson Drift Skippers Snowmobile Club to use trails through Klement Business Park
• Extraterritorial Certified Survey Map for property at N3093 County Rd. K (CSM-2025-12)
• Possible closed session to deliberate or negotiate purchasing of public properties
• Authorization of payment of verified claims presented by the Director of Finance

The City Council held a public hearing on the 2026 budget, which balances at $10,822,043 with a tax levy decrease of 3.77%, but took no official action. The council approved an extraterritorial certified survey map to combine two parcels into a single 1.6-acre R-2 lot at N3093 County Rd. K. They also approved the consent agenda, verified claims, and convened into closed session to discuss property purchases.

• Approved consent agenda including minutes and snowmobile trail use (unanimous)
• Approved extraterritorial certified survey map for N3093 County Rd. K (unanimous)
• Approved verified claims and authorized payment (unanimous)
• Moved to closed session for property purchase negotiations (unanimous)

Plan Commission

The Fort Atkinson Plan Commission will review and possibly act on a site plan for an addition at OSI, located at 1200 Industrial Dr. (SPR-2025-29). They will also review minutes from the October 28, 2025 meeting and receive an update on previously approved projects. The meeting is open to the public in person and via Zoom.

• Site Plan Review for OSI addition at 1200 Industrial Dr. (SPR-2025-29)
• Review of October 28, 2025 Plan Commission minutes
• Update on previously approved projects

The Fort Atkinson Plan Commission approved a site plan review for a 1,368 sq ft addition at OSI Industries, 1200 Industrial Dr., subject to conditions including landscaping, paving, stormwater manhole raising, and ditch restoration. The motion carried. The commission also approved the minutes of the October 28, 2025 meeting. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved minutes of October 28, 2025 Plan Commission meeting
• Approved Site Plan Review SPR-2025-29 for OSI addition at 1200 Industrial Dr., subject to conditions

Plan Commission

The Fort Atkinson Plan Commission will meet to review and possibly act on minutes from its last meeting, a site plan for signage at Rockwell Elementary School, and an extraterritorial certified survey map. The body will also receive an update on previously approved projects.

• Review minutes from October 14, 2025 Plan Commission meeting
• Site Plan Review for signage at Rockwell Elementary School, 821 Monroe St. (SPR-2025-28)
• Extraterritorial Certified Survey Map for property at N3093 County Rd. K (CSM-2025-12)
• Update on previously approved projects

The Fort Atkinson Plan Commission approved a site plan review for new signage at Rockwell Elementary School (821 Monroe St.) and recommended the City Council approve a Certified Survey Map to combine two parcels at N3093 County Rd. K into a single 1.6-acre R-2 lot, waiving the road dedication requirement. The commission also approved the October 14, 2025 meeting minutes. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved minutes of October 14, 2025 Plan Commission meeting (Shull abstained)
• Approved Site Plan Review for signage at Rockwell Elementary School, 821 Monroe St. (SPR-2025-28)
• Recommended City Council approve Certified Survey Map for N3093 County Rd. K (CSM-2025-12) with waiver of road dedication

City Council

The Fort Atkinson City Council will consider adopting 2026 stormwater and wastewater utility rates, review a six-month ATV/UTV ordinance, and hear a classification and compensation study. They will also vote on several contracts and property items, including a fire engine purchase and a Mechanic Street repair proposal. The meeting includes consent agenda items and public comment periods.

• Resolution adopting 2026 Stormwater Utility Rate
• Resolution adopting 2026 Wastewater Utility Rate
• Purchase of Pierce PUC Pumper Rescue fire engine through Reliant Fire Apparatus
• Mechanic Street Repair Proposal from Forest Landscaping
• Offer to purchase 3,379 sq ft of City-owned property along Glacial River Bike Trail adjacent to 1200 Janesville Ave.

Plan Commission

The Fort Atkinson Plan Commission will meet on October 14, 2025, to review and possibly act on the minutes from the September 23 meeting and a certified survey map for a property at 1200 Janesville Ave. They will also receive an update on previously approved projects. No formal decisions are expected beyond these items.

• Review and possible action on September 23, 2025 Plan Commission meeting minutes
• Review and possible recommendation for Certified Survey Map (CSM-2025-09) at 1200 Janesville Ave.
• Update on previously approved projects

Library Board

The Fort Atkinson Library Board is meeting to handle routine business: approving September minutes, reviewing the October financial report, and approving library bills. The board will also take possible action on a proposed native plant garden donation for the library's north lawn and discuss the status of a trust held at Edward Jones, plus a trustee training video on library standards.

• Possible action on native plant garden donation for library's north lawn
• Discussion of trust held at Edward Jones
• Approval of September 8 meeting minutes
• Review of October financial report and library bills
• Trustee training on 'Library Standards'

City Council

The City Council is holding a budget workshop to review the proposed 2026 operating and capital improvements budgets. Department heads will present their budget requests, including for parks, library, public works, utilities, fire/EMS, and police. The workshop is a discussion and review session, not a final vote on the budget.

• 2026 Operating Budget Summary and Capital Improvements Project Budget Summary
• Parks and Recreation Budget & CIP including Municipal Building, Senior Center, Youth Center, Recreation/Aquatic Center, and Parks
• Public Works/Engineering Budget & CIP including Stormwater Fund, Transportation Fund for 2026-2027 Road Work, Taxi Fund, and CDBG Lorman Project
• City Manager Budget including Lodging/Room Tax/City Scape, Affordable Housing Fund, Capital Catalyst Fund, Tax Increment Districts, Garbage & Recycling, and Fee Resolution
• Police Department Budget & CIP and Fire/EMS Department Budget & CIP

City Council

The Fort Atkinson City Council will meet on October 7, 2025, to review and act on several items, including a zoning map amendment for 525 Jefferson St., emergency storm sewer repairs on Milwaukee Avenue West, and new contracts for 2026-2029 with local unions and the Humane Society. The meeting will also consider a temporary retailer's license for the Fort Fall Festival and sidewalk improvements on South Main Street.

• Zoning map amendment for 525 Jefferson St. from Urban Mixed Use to Medium Industrial (ZMA-2025-12)
• Emergency storm sewer repair on Milwaukee Avenue West without competitive bidding
• Small Animal Collection Contract with Humane Society of Jefferson County for 2026
• Agreement with Fort Atkinson Firefighters - Local 580 for 2026-2029
• Agreement with Fort Atkinson Professional Police Association for 2026-2028

The Fort Atkinson City Council denied a zoning map amendment to change 525 Jefferson St. from Urban Mixed Use to Medium Industrial, citing inconsistency with the Comprehensive Plan. The council also approved several contracts, including a four-year firefighters' agreement, a three-year police agreement, and an emergency storm sewer repair. All votes were unanimous where tallies were recorded.

• Denied zoning map amendment for 525 Jefferson St. from UMU to MI (4-0)
• Approved emergency storm sewer repair on Milwaukee Ave. W without competitive bidding
• Approved 2026 small animal collection contract with Humane Society at $34,105.53
• Approved 2026-2029 firefighters' agreement with Local 580
• Approved 2026-2028 police association agreement
• Approved Quam Engineering proposal for Banker Road Final Plat Services
• Awarded Milwaukee Ave. W storm sewer repair to Forest Landscaping & Construction ($166,774)
• Approved extraterritorial certified survey map for W6184 Star School Road

Plan Commission

The Fort Atkinson Plan Commission will hold a public hearing and consider recommending a zoning map amendment for 525 Jefferson St., changing it from Urban Mixed Use to Medium Industrial to facilitate a future sale. They will also review a site plan for an addition at Jones Dairy Farm, consider an extraterritorial certified survey map for a property on Star School Road, and approve minutes from the previous meeting.

• Public hearing and possible recommendation on ZMA-2025-12: rezone 525 Jefferson St. from UMU to MI
• Site Plan Review SPR-2025-25: addition at Jones Dairy Farm, 800 Jones Ave.
• Extraterritorial Certified Survey Map CSM-2025-06 for W6184 Star School Road
• Approval of September 9, 2025 Plan Commission minutes

The Plan Commission voted unanimously to recommend the City Council deny a zoning map amendment for 525 Jefferson St. from Urban Mixed Use to Medium Industrial, citing inconsistency with the city's Comprehensive Plan. The commission also approved a site plan review for a small addition at Jones Dairy Farm and recommended approval of an extraterritorial certified survey map for a parcel on Star School Road. Minutes from the previous meeting were approved.

• Recommended denial of ZMA-2025-12 for 525 Jefferson St. (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of September 9, 2025 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved site plan review for Jones Dairy Farm addition at 800 Jones Ave. (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of CSM-2025-06 for W6184 Star School Road, waiving road dedication (unanimous)

Police and Fire Commission

The Police and Fire Commission will review and possibly approve the appointment of top candidates from the Fire/EMS recruitment process for a Firefighter/Paramedic and a part-time Firefighter/EMT-Advanced. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from the April 2, 2025 meeting. No other substantive items are on the agenda.

• Appointment of top candidate(s) for Firefighter/Paramedic
• Appointment of top candidate(s) for part-time Firefighter/EMT-Advanced
• Approval of minutes from April 2, 2025 meeting

The Police and Fire Commission approved the minutes of the April 2, 2025 meeting and made three appointments to the Fire/EMS Department. Cody Northrup was appointed as a full-time Firefighter/Paramedic, Christian Stoubs as a part-time Firefighter/EMT-Advanced, and Michael Jensen as a part-time Firefighter/Paramedic contingent on pre-employment requirements. All motions carried.

• Approved minutes of April 2, 2025 meeting
• Appointed Cody Northrup as Firefighter/Paramedic
• Appointed Christian Stoubs as part-time Firefighter/EMT-Advanced
• Appointed Michael Jensen as part-time Firefighter/Paramedic (contingent on pre-employment)

City Council

The Fort Atkinson City Council will consider a second reading of an ordinance requiring lead lateral service line replacement, approve several rental agreements for city-owned land, and award construction contracts for the S. Main St. pedestrian path and Kiwanis Field improvements. The agenda also includes multiple consent items such as permits, licenses, and special event approvals, plus agreements with neighboring towns for fire/EMS services.

• Ordinance creating Section 98-59 on Lead Lateral Service Line Replacement
• 2026 S. Main St. Pedestrian Path Construction Bid Award
• Contract with KL Engineering for Banker Road realignment design
• Agreements with Towns of Koshkonong, Hebron, Oakland, Jefferson, Sumner for Fire/EMS Services
• Kiwanis Field Facility Improvement Project at Rock River Park (bleachers, soccer goals, concrete)

The Fort Atkinson City Council approved a $2.72M contract for the S. Main St. pedestrian path, funded partly by a $961K grant. It also approved several land leases, a lead lateral ordinance, and fire/EMS agreements with five towns. The council accepted a $52,706 roof replacement bid for the Senior Center and approved a library tax exemption resolution.

• Awarded S. Main St. pedestrian path construction to Rock Road Companies, Inc. for up to $2,723,030.53
• Approved ordinance creating Section 98-59 for Lead Lateral Service Line Replacement
• Approved resolution requesting exemption from County Library Tax
• Approved Senior Center roof replacement with Riedl and Sons Inc. for up to $52,706.46
• Approved agricultural land lease at Municipal Airport with Kutz Farms LLC for $25,760.70 over 2026-2028
• Approved hunting land lease near Wastewater Treatment Facility with Mathew Thompson for $6,510
• Approved agricultural land lease in Klement Business Park with Wilharm Hay Sales for $19,875
• Approved fire/EMS agreements with Towns of Koshkonong, Hebron, Oakland, Jefferson, and Sumner

General

The Transportation and Traffic Review Committee will review speed limits on N. Main St., N. High St., and E. Blackhawk Drive, consider converting the Reena Ave./Rangita St. intersection to a four-way stop, and receive an update from Brown Cab on ridership and marketing. The committee may act on these items and recommend them to the City Council.

• Speed limit review on N. Main St., N. High St., and E. Blackhawk Drive
• Possible transition to four-way stop at Reena Ave. and Rangita St.
• Brown Cab update on ridership, service hours, institutional fares, staffing
• Vehicle and contract status updates from the City
• Approval of December 12, 2024 meeting minutes

Parks and Recreation Board

The Fort Atkinson Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will elect a chair and vice chair for the 2025-2026 term, review March minutes, and discuss unfinished business including the Ballfield Lighting Subcommittee. They will also review a possible recommendation to the planning commission for a bike rack project at Barrie Park proposed by the Fort Atkinson Beautification Council. The meeting is open to the public in person and via Zoom.

• Election of Chair and Vice Chair for term June 11, 2025 – June 1, 2026
• Discussion of Ballfield Lighting Subcommittee
• Review and possible recommendation for Barrie Park Bike Rack Project by Fort Atkinson Beautification Council
• Approval of minutes from March 12, 2025 meeting
• Director's report

Sex Offender Residence Board

The Fort Atkinson Sex Offender Residence Board will meet to consider a resident’s appeal under state law. The board may enter closed session to discuss medical or treatment details before reviewing Scott Andrew Zoellner’s appeal form. No formal decisions are scheduled.

• Review of Sex Offender Residence Appeal Form from Scott Andrew Zoellner
• Possible closed session under Wisconsin Statutes §19.85(1)(f)

The Sex Offender Residence Board unanimously denied Scott Andrew Zoellner's request for a waiver to reside at 28 E. Sherman Avenue, as the location is within 1,500 feet of nine prohibited addresses under the ordinance. The board also held a closed session to discuss the applicant's medical, personal, and social history before making the decision.

• Denied waiver request to reside at 28 E. Sherman Avenue (unanimous)
• Moved into closed session to discuss applicant's history (unanimous)
• Returned to open session (unanimous)

Finance Committee

The Fort Atkinson Finance Committee is meeting to discuss and possibly recommend action on the draft 2026 Schedule of Fees, a special charge for garbage and recycling collection, and an update on the Classification and Compensation Study. These items will be reviewed for potential recommendation to the City Council. Public comments are limited to agenda items.

• Update on Classification and Compensation Study
• Review of draft 2026 Schedule of Fees
• Special charge for garbage and recycling collection

Plan Commission

The Fort Atkinson Plan Commission will review and possibly act on a Planned Unit Development concept for the Premier Bank parking lot and a condominium plat for Habitat for Humanity at 700 Schumacher Way. The commission will also approve minutes from the August 26 meeting and receive an update on previously approved projects.

• Concept Plan: Planned Unit Development for Premier Bank Parking Lot (PUD-2025-03)
• Condominium Plat for Habitat for Humanity at 700 Schumacher Way (CPR-2025-2)
• Review of August 26, 2025 Plan Commission meeting minutes
• Update on previous Plan Commission approved projects

The Fort Atkinson Plan Commission approved a condominium plat for Habitat for Humanity at 700 Schumacher Way, allowing individual ownership of two units. The commission also approved the August 26, 2025 meeting minutes. A concept plan for a Premier Bank parking lot was reviewed but no action was taken.

• Approved condominium plat for Habitat for Humanity at 700 Schumacher Way (motion carried)
• Approved minutes of August 26, 2025 Plan Commission meeting (motion carried)

Library Board

The Fort Atkinson Library Board is meeting to review the September financial report, approve bills, and discuss the 2025 Summer Reading Program. The board will also consider the 2026 operating budget, 2026-2031 capital improvement plans with trust fund reimbursements, and a potential native plant garden donation. Progress on the bike rack replacement project will be reviewed.

• Review and possible action on 2026 library operating budget
• Review and possible action on 2026-2031 Capital Improvement Project plans and trust fund reimbursement for 2026 CIP items
• Discussion of 2025 Summer Reading Program report
• Review of Beautification Council's library bike rack replacement project
• Review and possible action on native plant garden donation on library's north lawn

General

The Fort Atkinson City Council will meet to review and act on routine minutes, claims, and a new ordinance about lead service line replacement. They will also discuss a 2026 recycling grant application and a public monument review for Kiwanis Field improvements.

• First reading of ordinance to create Section 98-59 on Lead Lateral Service Line Replacement
• 2026 Recycling Grant Application to the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources
• Public Monument Review for Kiwanis Field Facility Improvements at Rock River Park
• Special Event approval: HFH Rural Rally Tailgate on October 30, 2025
• Closed session for City Fire/EMS Agreements and Union Contract negotiations

Library Board

The Dwight Foster Public Library Board Finance Committee is meeting in person to discuss the draft 2026 library budget and capital improvement plan (CIP). No votes or decisions are listed on the agenda; the item is listed under new business for discussion only. The meeting is scheduled for Friday, August 29, 2025, at 8:30 AM in the Rotary Room.

• Discussion of 2026 library budget draft
• Discussion of 2026 capital improvement plan (CIP) draft

Plan Commission

The Fort Atkinson Plan Commission will meet to review and possibly approve a site plan for signage at Fort Atkinson Middle School, a public monument review for Kiwanis Field improvements at Rock River Park, and receive updates on previously approved projects. The meeting also includes approval of the August 12, 2025 minutes.

• Site Plan Review for signage at Fort Atkinson Middle School (SPR-2025-24)
• Public Monument Review for Kiwanis Field Facility Improvements at Rock River Park (PMR-2025-02)
• Approval of minutes from August 12, 2025 Plan Commission meeting
• Update on previous Plan Commission approved projects

Ordinance Committee

The Fort Atkinson Ordinance Committee will review and possibly recommend an ordinance creating Section 98-59 of the City Code, which relates to lead lateral service line replacement. The committee may make a recommendation to the City Council, but no formal action will be taken at this meeting.

• Review of ordinance to create Section 98-59 on lead lateral service line replacement
• Possible recommendation to City Council on the ordinance

The Ordinance Committee voted to recommend that the City Council approve a new ordinance (Section 98-59) creating a lead lateral service line replacement program. The ordinance would require full replacement of lead service lines on both public and private property to comply with state and federal water quality standards, with potential water service discontinuation for non-compliant property owners. The recommendation passed unanimously with two members present.

• Recommended City Council approve ordinance creating Section 98-59 for lead lateral service line replacement (2-0)

City Council

The Fort Atkinson City Council will consider resolutions to extend Tax Incremental Districts #6 and #7 by one year to fund affordable housing programs. The agenda also includes several new business items, such as generator purchases, a solar study, and library repairs, along with routine consent agenda items.

• Resolution to extend TID #6 for affordable housing
• Resolution to extend TID #7 for affordable housing
• Purchase and installation of generators at Sherman Avenue and Water Street lift stations
• Solar project study engineering services
• 5-year contract with Associated Appraisal for full-value assessment services

The City Council voted to extend the life of Tax Incremental Districts 6 and 7 for one year to fund affordable housing programs, generating approximately $160,171.82 and $460,106.39 respectively for 2026. The council also approved several capital projects, including new generators for lift stations, a solar study, library repairs, and a new assessment contract. All motions passed unanimously with four members present; Councilman Johnson was excused.

• Adopted resolution extending TID 6 for one year for affordable housing (unanimous)
• Adopted resolution extending TID 7 for one year for affordable housing (unanimous)
• Approved $74,059.20 for two Generac generators at Sherman Ave and Water St lift stations (unanimous)
• Approved $14,800 solar study by Donohue & Associates for wastewater plant (unanimous)
• Approved $87,550 library rooftop condenser replacement by Total Mechanical (unanimous)
• Approved $11,241.54 teen room furniture project with CJ & Associates (unanimous)
• Authorized 5-year $63,000/yr assessment contract with Associated Appraisal (unanimous)
• Approved $9,500 HVAC maintenance invoice and contract with Total Mechanical (unanimous)

Joint Review Board

The Fort Atkinson Joint Review Board will meet to review and possibly act on the 2024 annual reports for Tax Increment Districts 6, 7, 8, 9, and 10, as well as the minutes from its August 1, 2024 meeting. This is a routine oversight meeting for tax increment financing districts.

• Review and possible action on 2024 Annual Report for Tax Increment District 6
• Review and possible action on 2024 Annual Report for Tax Increment District 7
• Review and possible action on 2024 Annual Report for Tax Increment District 8
• Review and possible action on 2024 Annual Report for Tax Increment District 9
• Review and possible action on 2024 Annual Report for Tax Increment District 10

The Joint Review Board approved the 2024 annual reports for Tax Increment Districts 6, 7, 8, 9, and 10. The reports detail financial status, project updates, and future plans for each district, including TID 6's expected recovery of all funds in 2025 and TID 8's closure in April 2025.

• Approved minutes from August 1, 2024 meeting
• Approved 2024 annual report for TID 6
• Approved 2024 annual report for TID 7
• Approved 2024 annual report for TID 8
• Approved 2024 annual report for TID 9
• Approved 2024 annual report for TID 10

Plan Commission

The Fort Atkinson Plan Commission will meet to review and possibly approve the minutes from the July 8, 2025 meeting, consider a site plan review for signage at Crown of Life Christian Academy (535 Berea Dr.), and receive an update on previously approved projects. The meeting is open to the public in person and via Zoom.

• Site Plan Review for signage at Crown of Life Christian Academy, 535 Berea Dr. (SPR-2025-25)
• Review and possible action on July 8, 2025 Plan Commission minutes
• Update on previous Plan Commission approved projects

The Fort Atkinson Plan Commission approved a site plan review for a new internally illuminated monument sign at Crown of Life Christian Academy, 535 Berea Drive. The sign will be one-sided, facing traffic entering the lot, and is part of a broader site improvement effort. The commission also approved the minutes of the July 8, 2025 meeting. No other substantive decisions were made; the remaining agenda item was an update on previously approved projects.

• Approved site plan review for signage at Crown of Life Christian Academy, 535 Berea Drive (motion carried)
• Approved minutes of July 8, 2025 Plan Commission meeting (motion carried)

Library Board

The Dwight Foster Public Library Board will meet to hear a trust update from Edward Jones, approve minutes and bills, and review the August financial report. The board will also take possible action on several operational items, including a beneficiary account, a job description, the Hoopla platform, an emergency rooftop condenser replacement, a maintenance agreement, and a furniture replacement project.

• Trust update presented by Bruce Waller from Edward Jones
• Review and possible action on beneficiary account at Edward Jones
• Review and possible action on emergency replacement of library's rooftop condenser
• Review and possible action on preventive maintenance agreement with Ahern
• Review and possible action on 2025 CIP furniture replacement project

City Council

The Fort Atkinson City Council will vote on several ordinances, including changes to fire inspection records, certificates of occupancy, and fees for permits and inspections. They will also review proposals for solid waste and recycling collection services and financial auditing services for fiscal years 2025-2027. The meeting includes public comment and a consent agenda with routine items.

• Ordinance to amend fire inspection records and reporting (Section 34-2)
• Ordinance to create certificates of occupancy for changes of use (Section 18-82)
• Ordinance to amend fees for procedures, reinspections, and permits (Section 1-16)
• Proposals for solid waste and recycling collection services
• Proposals for financial auditing services for FY 2025-2027

The City Council voted 3-2 to add the Pledge of Allegiance to the order of business for council meetings, despite opposition from two members. The council also approved several ordinances, including requiring fire inspection documentation, certificates of occupancy for changes of use, and new fees for code enforcement procedures. A five-year solid waste and recycling contract was awarded to John's Disposal Service, and Baker Tilly was retained for financial auditing services.

• Approved adding Pledge of Allegiance to council agenda (3-2)
• Approved consent agenda with correction (5-0)
• Approved ordinance requiring fire inspection records and reporting (5-0)
• Approved ordinance requiring certificates of occupancy for changes of use (5-0)
• Approved ordinance creating fees for procedures, reinspections, and permits (5-0)
• Awarded 5-year solid waste/recycling contract to John's Disposal Service (5-0)
• Approved Baker Tilly for financial auditing services for FY2025-2027 (5-0)
• Approved updated Aqualis invoice for sanitary/stormwater inspections (5-0)

City Council

The Fort Atkinson City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on adopting the Jefferson County Hazard Mitigation Plan. Multiple ordinances are scheduled for first or third readings, including updates to fire inspection records, certificates of occupancy, and fee structures. The council will also review utility invoices, a final plat for Ridge View Estates Phase 1, and emergency repairs at the Police Department.

• Adoption of Jefferson County Hazard Mitigation Plan
• Third reading and possible adoption of ordinance amending City Council meeting order of business
• First reading of ordinance amending fire inspection records and reporting
• First reading of ordinance creating certificates of occupancy for changes of use
• Review of updated invoices from WE Energies for Ridge View Estates installations

City Council

The Fort Atkinson City Council is holding a listening session to receive public comments and discuss the use of fluoride in the city's water system. No formal action will be taken at this meeting; instead, staff requests direction for future action items on a regular agenda.

• Presentation of information on fluoride in the City of Fort Atkinson Water System
• Public comments limited to 3 minutes per speaker, with a 45-minute total cap
• Discussion on fluoride use and request for Council direction on future action items

The Fort Atkinson City Council held a listening session on fluoride in the city water system, hearing public comments and staff presentations. No formal decision or vote was taken; council members discussed the topic and provided no specific direction for future action.

• Held listening session on water fluoridation (no vote)
• Received public comments from 12 speakers, all supporting fluoride
• Discussed fluoride use; no motion or resolution adopted

Plan Commission

The Fort Atkinson Plan Commission will meet on July 8, 2025, to review and possibly act on minutes from two prior meetings and two site plan reviews for signage at Edward Jones and Two Twenty. The meeting will also include an update on previously approved projects.

• Site Plan Review for signage at Edward Jones, 403 Janesville Ave. (SPR-2025-22)
• Site Plan Review for signage at Two Twenty, 201 N. Main St. (SPR-2025-20)
• Review and possible action on minutes from June 10, 2025 Plan Commission meeting
• Review and possible action on minutes from June 24, 2025 Plan Commission meeting
• Update on previous Plan Commission approved projects

The Fort Atkinson Plan Commission approved two signage requests: a site plan review for Edward Jones at 403 Janesville Ave. and a special area design review for Two Twenty at 201 N. Main St. The Two Twenty approval included a condition requiring the applicant to submit wall sign depth information for staff review. The commission also approved minutes from two prior meetings and received updates on property sales.

• Approved minutes of June 10, 2025 Plan Commission meeting
• Approved minutes of June 24, 2025 Plan Commission meeting
• Approved site plan review for Edward Jones signage at 403 Janesville Ave. (awning and dual post sign) with no conditions
• Approved special area design review for Two Twenty wall signs at 201 N. Main St. with condition to submit sign depth info

City Council

The Fort Atkinson City Council will meet on July 1, 2025, to conduct routine business including approving minutes, recognizing Parks and Recreation Month, and hearing a presentation on lead service line replacement. The council will also consider second readings of zoning map amendments and a contract amendment for the South Main Street Bike/Ped Path project.

• Second reading of ordinance amending City Council meeting order of business
• Zoning change for properties west of Banker Road near Fort Atkinson High School (parcel 226-0614-3322-000) from SR-2 to MRM-12, SR-5, and CON
• Zoning change for 1349, 1347, and 1345 Marigold Dr. (parcels 226-0614-3322-002-004) from SR-2 to SR-5
• Amendment No. 1 to South Main Street Bike/Ped Path and Road Rehabilitation contract with MSA
• Verification and payment of city claims and contracts

The Fort Atkinson City Council approved zoning map amendments for properties related to the Ridge View Estates subdivision and 1349, 1347, and 1345 Marigold Dr. Council members also approved a $12,800 contract amendment with MSA for the South Main Street Bike/Ped Path and Road Rehabilitation project, and directed the city manager to prepare an ordinance for a third reading regarding council meeting public comment changes and the Pledge of Allegiance.

• Approved Consent Agenda minutes for June 17, June 19, and June 24, 2025
• Approved proclamation recognizing July as Parks and Recreation Month
• Approved amending council agenda public comment structure (Johnson opposed)
• Directed City Manager to prepare ordinance regarding meeting order of business for July 15, 2025 (Lescohier and Schultz opposed)
• Adopted Zoning Map Amendment for property west of Banker Road and east of Fort Atkinson High School
• Adopted Zoning Map Amendment for 1349, 1347, and 1345 Marigold Dr. from SR-2 to SR-5
• Approved Amendment No. 1 to MSA contract for South Main Street Ped/Bike Path and Road project at a cost not to exceed $12,800
• Approved list of Verified Claims as presented

Plan Commission

The Fort Atkinson Plan Commission will review and possibly act on several site plan applications, including a parking lot at Crown of Life Christian Academy and signage at multiple School District of Fort Atkinson buildings and a Verizon location. The commission will also approve minutes from the June 10 meeting and receive an update on previously approved projects.

• Site Plan Review for parking lot at Crown of Life Christian Academy, 535 Berea Drive (SPR-2025-11)
• Site Plan Review for signage at School District of Fort Atkinson Office, 201 Park St. (SPR-2025-15)
• Site Plan Review for signage at Rockwell Elementary School, 821 Monroe St. (SPR-2025-12)
• Site Plan Review for signage at Purdy Elementary School, 719 S. Main St. (SPR-2025-13)
• Site Plan Review for signage at Verizon, 1520 Madison Ave. (SPR-2025-17)

Board of Review

The Fort Atkinson Board of Review is meeting to review the 2025 assessment roll, hear property owner appeals, and take action on corrections of error and other legally allowed matters. The board will also elect officers and verify that open book changes are included in the roll.

• Review of 2025 Assessment Roll and comments by the Assessor
• Possible action to certify corrections of error under Wis. Stat. 70.43
• Possible action on verifying open book changes are included in the assessment roll
• Hear testimony from property owners for scheduled appointments to determine final values
• Consider waivers of 48-hour notice, direct appeals to Circuit Court, telephone testimony, and subpoena requests

The Fort Atkinson Board of Review met on June 19, 2025, and handled routine administrative matters. It elected officers, confirmed assessor training, and reviewed the 2025 assessment roll with no major changes. No corrections, objections, or scheduled appointments were filed, and the board adjourned without substantive decisions.

• Elected Jaeckel as Chairperson (motion carried)
• Elected Lescohier as Vice-Chairperson (motion carried)
• Confirmed mandatory training for board members (no action taken)
• Reviewed 2025 assessment roll; no major law changes noted
• No corrections of error to certify under Wis. Stat. 70.43
• Verified open book changes included in assessment roll
• No property owner appointments or objections scheduled
• Adjourned 2025 Board of Review at 12:00 pm

City Council

The Fort Atkinson City Council will hold a regular meeting with public hearings, public comment, and a consent agenda covering routine approvals. Key items include first readings of two zoning map amendments, review of the Ridge View Estates preliminary plat, and a request for proposals for financial auditing services. The council may also enter closed session to discuss a development agreement.

• Zoning map amendment for property west of Banker Road and east of Fort Atkinson High School (parcel 226-0614-3322-000) from SR-2 to MRM-12, SR-5, and CON
• Zoning map amendment for 1349, 1347, 1345 Marigold Dr. (parcels 226-0614-3322-002/003/004) from SR-2 to SR-5
• Ridge View Estates Preliminary Plat (PPR-2025-02)
• RFP for financial auditing services for fiscal years 2025, 2026, 2027
• Purchase and installation of streetlights for Ridge View Estates Subdivision (Northern Phase and Hawthorne Drive)

The City Council approved the Ridge View Estates Preliminary Plat, creating 77 new residential parcels, 3 outlots, and public rights-of-way. The council also approved two streetlight purchases for the subdivision using TID #9 funds, totaling $45,465. Additionally, the council authorized publishing an RFP for financial auditing services and approved the 2024 Wastewater Compliance Maintenance Annual Report.

• Approved Ridge View Estates Preliminary Plat (unanimous)
• Approved $27,020.83 for 9 streetlights in northern phase of Ridge View Estates using TID #9 funds (unanimous)
• Approved $18,444.16 for 5 streetlights on Hawthorne Drive using TID #9 funds (unanimous)
• Adopted 2024 Wastewater Compliance Maintenance Annual Report (unanimous)
• Authorized RFP for financial auditing services for FY 2025-2027 (unanimous)
• Approved alcohol beverage license renewals for 2025-2026, contingent on payment (unanimous)
• Authorized up to $17,738.86 for office furniture from BSI (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including permits, licenses, and special events (unanimous)

Plan Commission

The Fort Atkinson Plan Commission will hold public hearings and review zoning map amendments for two sets of properties. One proposal would change zoning for land west of Banker Road and east of Fort Atkinson High School from single-family to multi-family residential. Another would adjust zoning for three homes on Marigold Drive. The commission will also discuss a concept plan for an industrial flex building in Klement Business Park and a site plan review for signage at Waterfront Dental on Sherman Avenue.

• Zoning change for land west of Banker Road and east of Fort Atkinson High School (parcel 226-0614-3322-000) from SR-2 to MRM-12 and SR-5
• Zoning change for 1345, 1347, and 1349 Marigold Dr. (parcels 226-0614-3322-002-004) from SR2 to SR5
• Concept plan for industrial flex building on Lots 12-13 in Klement Business Park
• Site plan review for signage at Waterfront Dental, Sherman Ave. (SPR-2025-10)
• Review of May 13, 2025 Plan Commission meeting minutes

The Fort Atkinson Plan Commission held public hearings and unanimously recommended two zoning map amendments to the City Council: one for land west of Banker Road (parcel 226-0614-3322-000) from SR-2 to MRM-12 and SR-5, and another for 1345-1349 Marigold Dr. from SR-2 to SR-5. The commission also approved a concept plan for an industrial flex building in Klement Business Park and a signage update for Waterfront Dental. All votes were unanimous.

• Recommended approval of ZMA-2025-02 (rezoning west of Banker Road) to City Council (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of ZMA-2025-03 (rezoning 1345-1349 Marigold Dr.) to City Council (unanimous)
• Approved concept plan for industrial flex building on Lots 12-13, Klement Business Park (unanimous)
• Approved site plan review for Waterfront Dental signage on Sherman Ave. (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of May 13, 2025 meeting (unanimous)

Library Board

The Dwight Foster Public Library Board will hold its regular monthly meeting, covering routine items like minutes, financial reports, and bills. The board will also elect officers for the coming year, update committee assignments, review the 2024-2026 Strategic Plan, and consider a bike rack replacement project proposed by the Beautification Council.

• Election of Board of Trustees officers (President, Vice President, Secretary)
• Update Library Board committee assignments for 2025-2026
• Review progress on 2024-2026 Strategic Plan
• Review and possible action on Beautification Council's library bike rack replacement project
• Trustee training on 'Developing Essential Library Policies'

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will review and possibly take action on the financial impact of a proposed organizational change to create a Neighborhood and Building Services Department. This is the only substantive item on the agenda, alongside routine procedural items like roll call and public comment.

• Review financial impact of proposed Neighborhood and Building Services Department

Ordinance Committee

The Fort Atkinson Ordinance Committee will review and possibly recommend to the City Council two items: an amendment to Section 2-53 regarding the order of business for City Council meetings, and a package of amendments creating reinspection fees, requiring a Certificate of Occupancy for changes in use, and updating fire inspection record keeping. Public comments are limited to three minutes per speaker.

• Proposed amendment to Section 2-53 (Order of Business for City Council Meetings)
• Creation of Section 1-16 (establishment of reinspection fees)
• Amendment to Section 18-82 (requiring Certificate of Occupancy for change in use)
• Amendment to Section 34-2 (record keeping and reporting for Fire Inspections)

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 adopting the Main Street and Janesville Avenue Corridor Plans, approving a request for proposals for residential garbage and recycling collection, and replacing pumps and a roof at wastewater facilities. The council will also consider alcohol and tobacco license applications for the upcoming year.

• Main Street Corridor Plan and Janesville Avenue Corridor Plan (review and possible action)
• Request for proposal for residential garbage and recycling collection services
• Replacement of Flygt Submersible Pumps at Sherman Avenue and Water Street Lift Stations
• Replacement of original roof on Wastewater Utility Main Building
• Alcohol Beverage License Applications and Cigarette/Tobacco/Vaping Retail License Applications for July 1, 2025–June 30, 2026

The Fort Atkinson City Council unanimously approved the proposed Main Street and Janesville Avenue Corridor Plans, which were developed with public input and are intended as a set of recommended improvements to be implemented over time as funding becomes available. The council also authorized the City Manager to issue a request for proposals for residential garbage and recycling collection services, as the current agreement with GFL terminates at the end of 2025. Additionally, the council approved the purchase of four Flygt submersible pumps for lift stations, a roof replacement for the Wastewater Utility Main Building, and alcohol and tobacco license renewals for the 2025-2026 licensing period.

• Approved Main Street Corridor Plan (unanimous)
• Approved Janesville Avenue Corridor Plan (unanimous)
• Authorized RFP for residential garbage and recycling collection services (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of four Flygt submersible pumps for Sherman Avenue and Water Street lift stations, not to exceed $62,402 (unanimous)
• Approved roof replacement at Wastewater Utility Main Building from Nieman Central Wisconsin Roofing Company, not to exceed $192,750 (unanimous)
• Approved Alcohol Beverage License Applications for July 1, 2025 - June 30, 2026, contingent on payment of monies owed (unanimous)
• Approved Cigarette, Tobacco and Electronic Vaping Device Retail License Applications for July 1, 2025 - June 30, 2026, contingent on payment of monies owed (unanimous)
• Approved list of Verified Claims (unanimous)

License Committee

The Fort Atkinson License Committee will meet to review and possibly recommend approval of alcohol beverage and cigarette, tobacco, and electronic vaping device retail license applications for the July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2026 licensing period. The committee's recommendations will go to the City Council for final action. The meeting is open to the public and will be held in person at City Hall.

• Review of Alcohol Beverage License Applications for 2025-26
• Review of Cigarette, Tobacco and Electronic Vaping Device Retail License Applications for 2025-26
• Possible recommendation to City Council on license approvals

The License Committee voted to recommend City Council approval of all alcohol beverage license applications and all cigarette, tobacco, and electronic vaping device retail license applications for the July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2026 licensing period. Both motions passed unanimously. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Recommended approval of alcohol beverage license applications (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of cigarette, tobacco, and electronic vaping device retail license applications (unanimous)

City Council

The Fort Atkinson City Council will consider a $10,634.50 library server replacement project, review 2024 financial statements presented by Baker Tilly US, LLP, and discuss utility installation invoices for Ridge View Estates. The agenda also features routine consent items including special event permits and proclamations.

• Library server replacement project with Ignatek not to exceed $10,634.50
• Presentation of 2024 City Financial Statements by Andrea Jansen of Baker Tilly US, LLP
• WE Energies gas and electric installation invoices for Ridge View Estates
• Purchase of a Dispatch Radio Terminal for the Police Department
• Special event permits including the Annual Ice Cream Social, Dairy Day at the MOOseum, and Cheese Louise

Plan Commission

The Fort Atkinson Plan Commission will review and consider action on signage requests for Devout Real Estate Group, Rainbow Hospice Thrift Shoppe, and Baker Glass. The commission will also consider a recommendation to the City Council regarding the Ridge View Estates Preliminary Plat and receive a presentation on a Corridor Plan draft.

• Special Area Design Review for signage at Devout Real Estate Group at 96 S. Main St. Unit C
• Site Plan Review for signage at Rainbow Hospice Thrift Shoppe at 905 Madison Ave.
• Site Plan Review for signage at Baker Glass at 1521 Ridge Dr.
• Recommendation to the City Council on the Ridge View Estates Preliminary Plat
• Corridor Plan Draft Presentation by Ben Rohr of Vandewalle

Library Board

The Fort Atkinson Library Board will meet to discuss and possibly act on proposed bylaws revisions, a server replacement project, and upcoming officer elections. The board will also review the May financial report, approve bills, and hear a director’s report.

• Review and possible action on proposed Board Bylaws revision
• Review and possible action on server replacement project
• Discussion on upcoming Library Board officer elections
• Review and possible action on proposed updates to the Board's calendar
• Approval of bills (Lippert) and May financial report (Lippert)

General

The Fort Atkinson Police and Fire Commission is scheduled to meet on May 8, 2025, to review minutes from the April 2, 2025 meeting and consider action regarding the hiring of top candidates for the Police Department.

• Review and possible action on hiring top candidates for the Police Department
• Review and possible action relating to the minutes of the April 2, 2025 Police and Fire Commission meeting

Sex Offender Residence Board

The Fort Atkinson Sex Offender Residence Board is meeting to review and possibly take action on a residence appeal form from Edward M. Meyer. The board may enter closed session to discuss medical, personal, or social history and treatment options, as allowed under Wisconsin law. A majority of the City Council will be present to gather information but will not take formal action.

• Review of Sex Offender Residence Appeal Form from Edward M. Meyer
• Possible closed session under Wis. Stat. 19.85(1)(f) for medical/personal history
• Meeting held in person at City Hall Council Chambers

City Council

The Fort Atkinson City Council will meet on May 6, 2025, to conduct routine business including approving minutes, appointing members to boards and commissions, and recognizing local achievements. The council will also vote on several proclamations, including EMS Week and National Police Week, and discuss new proposals such as a retail market study and a contract for city-owned lots in the Maple Grove Subdivision.

• Action on minutes from April 15, 2025 City Council meeting
• Council and citizen appointments to boards, commissions, and committees
• Proclamations recognizing EMS Week, National Police Week, and Building Safety Month
• Proposal for a Retail Market Study by Growth Services Group
• Contract with Artisan Graham for sale of city-owned lots in Maple Grove Subdivision

Library Board

The Library Policy Committee of the Dwight Foster Public Library will meet via Zoom to discuss new business, specifically the Library Board Bylaws. The agenda is brief and contains only this one substantive item, along with the call to order and adjournment.

• Review of Library Board Bylaws

City Council

The Fort Atkinson City Council will hold its final meeting of the 2024-2025 term, including public hearings and comments, then immediately reorganize as the 2025-2026 Council with oath of office and election of officers. The agenda also includes consent items, proclamations, an ATV/UTV ordinance review, and several equipment purchases for Public Works.

• Oath of office for newly elected Council members and election of Council President and President Pro Tem
• Purchase of Walk Behind Pavement Saw, Scag Turf Tiger Zero Turn Mower, Crafco Pavement Crack Router, and Wing Plow System for Public Works
• Proclamations honoring Mason Becker, recognizing Fort Atkinson as Intersectional Peony City, Arbor Day, and Municipal Treasurers Week
• ATV/UTV Ordinance six-month review per Municipal Code Section 95-160
• Special event permit for Wings & Wheels Fly-In Breakfast at Municipal Airport on June 1, 2025

Library Board

The Dwight Foster Public Library Board is meeting to review and possibly approve the March meeting minutes, the April financial report, and the library's bills. The board will also discuss the status of a trust held at Edward Jones and upcoming officer elections, plus a trustee training video on developing the library budget.

• Review and possible action on March 10 regular meeting minutes
• Discussion of April financial report
• Review and possible action on library bills
• Discussion of trust held at Edward Jones
• Discussion of upcoming Library Board officer elections

Plan Commission

The Fort Atkinson Plan Commission will meet to review and possibly approve site plans for signage at A1 Creative Packaging and Little Rainbows Play Place, and to approve minutes from its February 25 meeting. The commission will also receive an update on previously approved projects. No other major actions are scheduled.

• Site Plan Review for signage at A1 Creative Packaging, 600 Rockwell Ave. (SPR-2025-04)
• Site Plan Review for signage at Little Rainbows Play Place, 1335 N. High St. (SPR-2025-06)
• Approval of minutes from February 25, 2025 Plan Commission meeting
• Update on previous Plan Commission approved projects

The Fort Atkinson Plan Commission approved site plan reviews for signage at A-1 Creative Packaging and Little Rainbows Play Place. Both proposals met city ordinance requirements. The commission also approved the minutes from the February 25, 2025 meeting and received a construction update on Ridge View Estates and Klement Business Park, with no action taken.

• Approved minutes of February 25, 2025 Plan Commission meeting
• Approved Site Plan Review for signage at A-1 Creative Packaging, 600 Rockwell Ave (SPR-2025-04)
• Approved Site Plan Review for signage at Little Rainbows Play Place, 1335 N. High St (SPR-2025-06)

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 a zoning map amendment for 333 Lincoln Street, a resolution to terminate Tax Incremental District #8, and various operational purchases and reports. The meeting also includes proclamations and special event approvals.

• Zoning Map Amendment for 333 Lincoln Street from Urban Mixed Use (UMU) to Single Family Residential (SR-7)
• Resolution to terminate Tax Incremental District (TID) #8
• Special events: Fort Farmers Market (May 3-Oct 25, 2025), Mother's Day Classic and June Classic baseball tournaments
• Purchase and installation of a new circulation pump strainer at the Aquatic Center
• Purchase of large-diameter fire hose for the Fire Department

Police and Fire Commission

The Fort Atkinson Police and Fire Commission will meet to review and potentially approve hiring top candidates for the Police Department and a part-time Firefighter/EMT-Basic from the Fire/EMS recruitment process. The commission will also receive a Fire Department staffing update and approve minutes from a prior meeting.

• Review and possible action on hiring top Police Department candidate(s)
• Review and possible action on appointing top Fire/EMS candidate(s) for part-time Firefighter/EMT-Basic
• Fire Department staffing update
• Approval of December 16, 2025 meeting minutes

The Police and Fire Commission approved hiring Henry Boomsma as a police officer and Tailla Hoard as a part-time firefighter/EMT-Basic. Both hires are subject to pre-employment screening and testing. The commission also approved the minutes from the December 16, 2025 meeting.

• Authorized offer of employment to Henry Boomsma for Police Department
• Approved hiring Tailla Hoard as part-time firefighter/EMT-Basic
• Approved minutes of December 16, 2025 meeting

Police and Fire Commission

The Fort Atkinson Police and Fire Commission will meet to review and possibly approve hiring top candidates for the Police Department and part-time Firefighter/EMT-Basic positions from recent recruitment processes. The commission will also receive a Fire Department staffing update and consider approving minutes from a December 2025 meeting.

• Review and possible action on hiring top Police Department candidate(s)
• Review and possible action on appointing top Fire/EMS candidate(s) for part-time Firefighter/EMT-Basic
• Fire Department staffing update
• Approval of December 16, 2025 meeting minutes

City Council

The Fort Atkinson City Council will hold a regular meeting with public hearings and comments, followed by a consent agenda covering routine reports and special event permits. The main items for discussion include a resolution to allow a temporary exception to the mowing ordinance ('Less Mow May'), several equipment purchases for the wastewater and public works departments, and a request for proposals for a classification and compensation study.

• Resolution for 'Less Mow May' temporary exception to Section 102-121(b)(1)
• Replacement of SCBA Confined Space Entry Equipment and Airline Respirator System
• Purchase and installation of replacement Thickened Activated Sludge Pump
• Purchase of 2025 Ford F250 Pickup Truck for Public Works
• Release of RFP for Classification and Compensation Study

The Fort Atkinson City Council approved a resolution allowing a temporary exception to the grass height ordinance for 'Less Mow May.' They also approved several equipment purchases, including confined space safety gear, a sludge pump, a new pickup truck, and a radio repeater, all within budget. The council authorized releasing an RFP for a classification and compensation study.

• Adopted 'Less Mow May' resolution (motion carried)
• Approved $15,907 for SCBA confined space equipment from Macqueen (motion carried)
• Approved $48,218.80 for sludge pump purchase and installation (motion carried)
• Authorized RFP for classification and compensation study (motion carried)
• Approved $46,418.50 for 2025 Ford F250 from Griffin Ford (motion carried)
• Approved $12,147.75 for radio repeater and antenna from GenComm (motion carried)
• Approved consent agenda including special events and temporary alcohol license (motion carried)
• Approved verified claims and authorized payment (motion carried)

Parks and Recreation Board

The Fort Atkinson Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will review and possibly recommend two items to the Planning Commission: improvements to the Rock River Park Kiwanis Field and an informational sign for the historic mural at 37 N Water St West. The board will also approve minutes from its September 2024 meeting and hear a director's report. This is a regular meeting with no final decisions, as recommendations go to the Planning Commission.

• Review and possible recommendation on Rock River Park Kiwanis Field Facility Improvements
• Review and possible recommendation on Fort Atkinson Historic Mural (37 N Water St. West) Informational Sign
• Approval of minutes from September 11, 2024 meeting
• Director's Report by Dayton

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board voted to recommend two projects to the Planning Commission: the Rock River Park Kiwanis Field Facility Improvements (phase 1: pavement, bleachers, and concessions patio; phase 2: LED lighting in 2026) and a Fort Atkinson Historic Mural informational sign at 37 N Water St. West. The board also approved the minutes from the September 11, 2024 meeting. No other formal decisions were made; the remainder of the meeting consisted of the director's report and discussion.

• Recommended Rock River Park Kiwanis Field Facility Improvements to Planning Commission (motion by Baird, seconded by Mahony)
• Recommended Fort Atkinson Historic Mural informational sign to Planning Commission (motion by Baird, seconded by Dorfman)
• Approved minutes of September 11, 2024 Parks and Recreation Advisory Board meeting (motion by Mahoney, seconded by Baird)

Plan Commission

The Fort Atkinson Plan Commission will meet on March 11, 2025, to review and possibly act on multiple zoning and site plan items. The meeting includes procedural roll call and new business, with no formal City Council action expected despite potential councilmember attendance.

• Planned Unit Development for Lot 1 east of Fort Atkinson High School (PUD-2025-01)
• Planned Unit Development for Lot 2 east of Fort Atkinson High School (PUD-2025-02)
• Site Plan Review for signage at Bagerland After School Enrichment Program, 1233 Janesville Ave. (SPR-2025-05)
• Special Area Design Review for windows at 131 N. Main St. (SADR-2025-01)
• Review and possible action on February 25, 2025 Plan Commission meeting minutes

The Plan Commission recommended City Council approval of two Specific Implementation Plans for the Ridgeview Estates development: Lot 1, an 87-unit multifamily rental building, and Lot 2, two 4-unit townhome buildings. Both recommendations included conditions such as landscaping, erosion control, and design waivers. The commission also approved a site plan for new signage at Badgerland After School Enrichment and a design review for window replacements at 131 N. Main St.

• Recommended approval of PUD-2025-01 for 87-unit multifamily at Lot 1 (motion carried)
• Recommended approval of PUD-2025-02 for two 4-unit townhomes at Lot 2 (motion carried)
• Approved site plan for two wall signs at 1233 Janesville Ave (motion carried)
• Approved Special Area Design Review for white window replacements at 131 N. Main St (motion carried)
• Approved minutes of February 25, 2025 meeting (motion carried)

Library Board

The Fort Atkinson Library Board will review the March financial report, approve bills, and discuss board membership and recruitment, potential county library board appointments, and a cooperative laptop purchase. The board may also enter closed session to consider the Library Director's performance review.

• Review and possible action on cooperative laptop purchase
• Discussion on Library Board membership and recruitment
• Discussion on potential County Library Board appointments
• Closed session for performance review of Library Director
• Approval of bills and financial report

City Council

The Fort Atkinson City Council will hold public hearings and consider consent agenda items, including alcohol license renewals and special event permits. The most consequential items are second readings of ordinances to rezone two properties east of Fort Atkinson High School, changing zoning from multi-family residential to planned unit development and from single-family to multi-family with a PUD. The council will also act on several new alcohol and tobacco license applications.

• Rezone Lot 1 east of Fort Atkinson High School from MRH-30 to PUD
• Rezone Lot 2 east of Fort Atkinson High School from SR-2 to MRM-12 with PUD
• Alcohol license renewal for Fort Atkinson Lions Club and Generals Baseball Team
• Special events: Generals Cruise Nights (May-Sep 2025) and Memorial Day Parade
• New alcohol/tobacco licenses for Sahib Enterprises LLC and Pump N Shop

License Committee

The Fort Atkinson License Committee will meet to review and possibly recommend approval of several alcohol beverage and cigarette/tobacco/electronic vaping device retail license applications for the licensing period of March 5, 2025 through June 30, 2025. The committee will also consider renewal applications for existing license holders. No formal decisions will be made at this meeting.

• Alcohol Beverage License Application for Sahib Enterprises, LLC, 1220 Janesville Avenue #100
• Cigarette, Tobacco and Electronic Vaping Device Retail License Applications for Sahib Enterprises, LLC, 1220 Janesville Avenue #100
• Alcohol Beverage License Application for Kings Operating WI LLC dba Pump N Shop, 303 S. Main Street
• Cigarette, Tobacco and Electronic Vaping Device Retail License Applications for Kings Operating WI LLC dba Pump N Shop, 303 S. Main Street
• Renewal Alcohol Beverage License Application for Fort Atkinson Lions Club, Class “B” Fermented Malt Beverage

Plan Commission

The Fort Atkinson Plan Commission will meet on February 25, 2025, to review and possibly act on minutes from the February 11 meeting and a site plan review for signage at Fort Community Credit Union located at 800 Madison Ave. The commission will also receive an update on previous items.

• Review and possible action on minutes from February 11, 2025 Plan Commission meeting
• Review and possible action on Site Plan Review for signage at Fort Community Credit Union, 800 Madison Ave. (SPR-2025-02)
• Update on previous Plan Commission items

City Council

The Fort Atkinson City Council will hold public hearings and consider several land-use items, including two Certified Survey Maps and two Planned Unit Development plans for properties east of Fort Atkinson High School, along with first readings of ordinances to rezone those properties. The council will also review three change orders for the Ridge View Estates construction totaling $210,832, a proposal for the Loeb-Lorman Remediation Project, and a bid award for the 2025 Water Relay and Road Rehabilitation. A closed session is scheduled for the City Manager's annual performance review.

• Certified Survey Map for property east of Fort Atkinson High School, south of Trillium Drive, west of Banker Road
• Certified Survey Map for property east of Fort Atkinson High School, north of Trillium Drive, west of Banker Road
• PUD General Development Plan for Lot 1 (formerly Lot 61) and Lot 2 (formerly Lot 1) near high school
• First Reading of ordinances to rezone Lot 1 from MRH-30 to PUD and Lot 2 from SR-2 to MRM-8 with PUD
• Ridge View Estates Change Orders #1 ($137,500), #2 ($60,732), #3 ($12,600)

The City Council approved two Planned Unit Development-General Development Plans for lots near Fort Atkinson High School, including an 87-unit apartment building and two 4-unit townhome buildings, and advanced zoning map amendments for both properties. The council also awarded a $2.6 million contract for the 2025 Water Relay and Road Rehabilitation project, approved three change orders for the Ridge View Estates construction totaling $210,832, and accepted a $6,700 environmental consulting proposal for the Loeb-Lorman Remediation Project.

• Approved PUD-GDP for 87-unit apartment building on Lot 1 (south of Trillium Drive)
• Approved PUD-GDP for two 4-unit townhome buildings on Lot 2 (north of Trillium Drive)
• Directed preparation of zoning map amendments for Lot 1 (to PUD) and Lot 2 (to MRM-8 with PUD) for second reading on March 4
• Awarded 2025 Water Relay and Road Rehabilitation contract to Forest Landscaping and Construction, Inc. for $2,600,191.25
• Approved Ridge View Estates Change Order #1 for $137,500
• Approved Ridge View Estates Change Order #2 for $60,732
• Approved Ridge View Estates Change Order #3 for $12,600
• Approved $6,700 Stantec environmental consulting proposal for Loeb-Lorman Remediation Project

Plan Commission

The Fort Atkinson Plan Commission will hold public hearings and consider recommendations on two Planned Unit Development-Group Development Plans and Certified Survey Maps for properties east of Fort Atkinson High School and west of Banker Road. The commission will also review minutes from its January 28, 2025 meeting. No final decisions are made; recommendations go to the City Council.

• Public hearing on PUD-Group Development Plan and Specific Implementation Plan for Lot 61 (east of Fort Atkinson High School, west of Banker Road)
• Public hearing on PUD-Group Development Plan and Specific Implementation Plan for Lot 1 (east of Fort Atkinson High School, west of Banker Road)
• Review and possible recommendation on Certified Survey Map CSM-2025-01 for Lot 61
• Review and possible recommendation on Certified Survey Map CSM-2025-02 for Lot 1
• Review and possible recommendation on PUD-2025-01 (Lot 61) and PUD-2025-02 (Lot 1)

The Plan Commission held public hearings and recommended City Council approval of two Planned Unit Developments in the Ridgeview Estates neighborhood: an 87-unit apartment building on Lot 61 and two 4-unit townhome buildings (8 units total) on Lot 1. The commission also recommended approval of two Certified Survey Maps (CSM-2025-01 and CSM-2025-02) with specific revisions. All motions carried unanimously.

• Recommended City Council approval of PUD-2025-01 for 87-unit apartment on Lot 61 (motion carried)
• Recommended City Council approval of PUD-2025-02 for 8 townhome units on Lot 1 (motion carried)
• Recommended City Council approval of CSM-2025-01 for Lot 61 with 8 revisions (motion carried)
• Recommended City Council approval of CSM-2025-02 for Lot 1 with 8 revisions (motion carried)
• Approved minutes of January 28, 2025 Plan Commission meeting (motion carried)

Library Board

The Library Board Personnel Committee will discuss the metrics used to evaluate the Library Director and may vote to enter closed session under Wisconsin statute to consider employment performance data. The meeting is open to the public with options to attend in person or via Zoom.

• Discussion of metrics for evaluating the Library Director
• Possible motion to convene in closed session under Wis. Stat. §19.85(1)(c) for employee performance evaluation
• Meeting held at Dwight Foster Public Library, 209 Merchants Avenue, Fort Atkinson, WI

Library Board

The Dwight Foster Public Library Board will convene in person and via Zoom to discuss the library’s 2024 financial summary, approve bills, and review the annual report for the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction. The meeting includes routine approvals and reports from the library director and Friends of the Library.

• Review and possible action on 2024 financial summary
• Review and possible action on Meraki switch and access point hardware replacement
• Review and possible action on Library Assistant II: Marketing and ILL position
• Review and possible action on 2024 Annual Report for Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction
• Trustee training on evaluating the director

City Council

The Fort Atkinson City Council will hold a public hearing and consider a zoning map amendment for 401 Madison Ave, changing it from Urban Mixed Use to Single Family Residential. They will also review several items related to the new Public Works and Parks Operations facility, including a change order, equipment purchases, and a brush grinding contract. Additionally, the council will discuss reaffirming the discontinuation of Trillium Drive and a portion of Banker Road, and dedicating Hawthorne Drive as a public right-of-way.

• Second reading of ordinance to rezone 401 Madison Ave from UMU to SR-7
• Change Order #4 for Public Works and Parks Operations facility
• Purchase of forklift, audio-visual equipment, and part washer for new facility
• Annual Public Works brush grinding contract
• Reaffirmation of petition to discontinue Trillium Drive and part of Banker Road

Plan Commission

The Fort Atkinson Plan Commission will review and possibly act on a site plan for signage at Riedl and Son Exterior Specialists, and will consider recommending the Ridge View Estates preliminary plat to the City Council. They will also review concept plans for two Planned Unit Developments (Lots 61 and 1) within Ridge View Estates. The meeting includes an update on previous items and approval of prior minutes.

• Site Plan Review for signage at Riedl and Son Exterior Specialists, 1550 Madison Ave. (SPR-2025-03)
• Ridge View Estates Preliminary Plat, formerly Banker Road property (PPR-2025-01)
• Concept Plan PUD for Ridge View Estates Lot 61 (PUD-2025-01)
• Concept Plan PUD for Ridge View Estates Lot 1 (PUD-2025-02)
• Review of January 14, 2025 Plan Commission minutes

The Plan Commission recommended City Council approval of the Ridge View Estates preliminary plat, a 76-lot residential subdivision between Fort Atkinson High School and Banker Road, with conditions including labeling PUD lots, eliminating two outlots, and adding utility easements. The commission also approved a site plan for new signage at Riedl and Son Exterior Specialists, 1550 Madison Ave. Two PUD concept plans for lots 61 and 1 were discussed but no action was taken, as the commission takes no action at the concept stage.

• Approved minutes of January 14, 2025 Plan Commission meeting
• Approved site plan for wall sign and tenant panel sign at Riedl and Son, 1550 Madison Ave (SPR-2025-03)
• Recommended City Council approval of Ridge View Estates preliminary plat with conditions (PPR-2025-01)
• Took no action on PUD concept plans for Ridge View Estates Lot 61 (PUD-2025-01) and Lot 1 (PUD-2025-02)

City Council

The Fort Atkinson City Council will hold a regular meeting with public comment, consent agenda items, and several action items. Key discussions include a zoning map amendment for 401 Madison Ave, a design contract for 2026 water main replacement, a master services agreement with Ruekert & Mielke, and a certified survey map for the same property. The meeting also includes routine approvals of minutes, financial statements, and permits.

• First reading of ordinance to rezone part of 401 Madison Ave from Urban Mixed Use (UMU) to Single Family Residential (SR-7)
• Review and possible action on design contract for 2026 water main replacement and street improvements
• Review and possible action on Master Services Agreement with Ruekert & Mielke, Inc. for engineering services through Dec 31, 2025
• Review and possible action on Certified Survey Map for 401 Madison Ave
• Temporary Retailer's License for St. Joseph Catholic Church Knights of Columbus Chili Cook Off on Feb 15, 2025

The City Council approved a design contract for the 2026 water main replacement and street improvements, awarding it to Ruekert & Mielke for $61,644. They also extended the Master Services Agreement with Ruekert & Mielke for engineering services through 2025, approved a Certified Survey Map for a property at 401 Madison Ave., and rescheduled two council meetings due to elections. The consent agenda, including minutes and permits, was approved as presented.

• Awarded design contract for 2026 water main replacement to Ruekert & Mielke (not to exceed $61,644)
• Approved Master Services Agreement with Ruekert & Mielke for engineering services through Dec 31, 2025
• Approved Certified Survey Map for property at 401 Madison Ave.
• Rescheduled council meetings from Feb 18 to Feb 20 and Apr 1 to Apr 3 due to elections
• Approved consent agenda including minutes, financial statements, and permit reports
• Approved list of verified claims for payment

Plan Commission

The Fort Atkinson Plan Commission will hold a public hearing and consider recommending a zoning map amendment for part of 401 Madison Ave., changing it from Urban Mixed Use (UMU) to Single Family Residential (SR-7). They will also review a Certified Survey Map for the same property and a site plan review for signage, paving, and fencing at Hupke Power Center, 1200 Whitewater Ave. The commission will also approve prior meeting minutes and receive updates on previous items.

• Public hearing on zoning map amendment (ZMA-2025-01) for 401 Madison Ave., parcel 226-0514-0412-006, from UMU to SR-7
• Review of Certified Survey Map (CSM-2025-01) for 401 Madison Ave.
• Possible recommendation to City Council on zoning change for 401 Madison Ave.
• Site Plan Review (SPR-2025-01) for signage, paving, and fencing at Hupke Power Center, 1200 Whitewater Ave.
• Approval of December 10, 2024 Plan Commission minutes

The Plan Commission held a public hearing and recommended approval of a zoning map amendment and certified survey map for 401 Madison Ave., allowing a parcel split and rezoning of the southern lot to single-family residential. They also approved a site plan for Hupke Power Center with conditions. All motions carried unanimously.

• Approved minutes of Dec 10, 2024 meeting (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of CSM for 401 Madison Ave. (unanimous)
• Approved zoning map amendment for Lot 2 from UMU to SR-7 (unanimous)
• Approved site plan for Hupke Power Center with conditions (unanimous)

Library Board

The Dwight Foster Public Library Board of Trustees will meet to review and possibly act on the 2025 Jefferson County Library Service Contracts, discuss the January financial report and 2024 trust expenditures, and approve bills. The agenda also includes a trust update from Edward Jones, a director's report, and trustee training.

• Review and possible action on 2025 Jefferson County Library Service Contracts
• Discussion of January financial report and 2024 trust expenditures
• Approval of library bills
• Trust update presentation by Bruce Waller from Edward Jones
• Trustee training on 'Effective Board Meetings and Trustee Participation'

City Council

The Fort Atkinson City Council is meeting to handle routine business, including approving minutes, a liquor/tobacco license agent change for a Kwik Trip, a special event permit for a winter recreation day, and payment of claims. The agenda is largely procedural with no major policy decisions or public hearings listed.

• Alcohol Beverage License and Cigarette, Tobacco and Electronic Vaping Device License Agent Change for Kwik Trip Inc. DBA Stop-N-Go #1502 at 313 Madison Avenue
• Special Event permit for Friends of Haumerson's Pond Winter Ski, Skate and Hike on February 8, 2025, 2-8 p.m.
• Approval of minutes from December 17, 2024 City Council and December 16, 2024 Police and Fire Commission meetings
• Authorization of payment of verified claims presented by the Director of Finance

The Fort Atkinson City Council met on January 7, 2025, and took only routine actions. It approved the consent agenda, which included meeting minutes, a liquor/tobacco license agent change for Kwik Trip Inc. DBA Stop-N-Go #1502, and a special event permit for Friends of Haumerson's Pond Winter Ski, Skate and Hike. The council also approved the list of verified claims for payment. No public hearings, public comments, resolutions, ordinances, or new business were conducted.

• Approved consent agenda items 5.a-5.d (motion carried)
• Approved minutes of Dec 17, 2024 City Council meeting
• Approved minutes of Dec 16, 2024 Police and Fire Commission meeting
• Approved alcohol beverage and cigarette/tobacco/vaping license agent change for Kwik Trip Inc. DBA Stop-N-Go #1502
• Approved special event: Friends of Haumerson's Pond Winter Ski, Skate and Hike on Feb 8, 2025
• Approved verified claims list (roll call vote, motion carried)