Fox Point public meetings in 2022
41 substantive meetings from 2022, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Village Board
The Fox Point Village Board will consider awarding a $3.69 million contract for the Beach Drive Coastal Resiliency Project, discuss the future of the municipal swimming pool, and act on a consent agenda with multiple contracts and fee changes. Two public hearings on stormwater and erosion control ordinances are likely to be cancelled due to lack of Plan Commission recommendations. The board will also consider a revised North Shore Health Department agreement and a cultural overlay district for the Mary Nohl House.
- Beach Drive Coastal Resiliency Project: base bid $3,689,804.83 to Michels Foundations; alternate without gravel path $3,595,951.07
- Amendment No. 5 to MSA for Beach Drive project: $183,536.25
- Port Washington Road water main relocation: $222,067.50 to Mid-City Corporation
- 2023 Forestry Services: $45,630 to Wachtel Tree Science; Emerald Ash Borer initiative: $15,000
- Amended fees for rubbish special pickup, stormwater, sewer, and mailbox post
Board of Appeals
The Fox Point Board of Appeals will hold a meeting on November 23, 2022, to consider four cases: a code interpretation appeal regarding a sign permit, two special exception requests for fences, and a variance for a generator setback. The board will also select an acting chair and approve minutes from the September 28, 2022 meeting.
- Case 2022-12: 8643 N. Port Washington Road, appeal of Order to Correct for sign without permit (Section 756-7A)
- Case 2022-13: 7411 N Santa Monica Blvd., special exception for 8-foot privacy fence replacing 6-foot fence (745-7 B.(3)(h) and (j))
- Case 2022-14: 7644 N Beach Drive, variance for generator 16.25 feet from property line (side yard setback, Section 745-13 B.(3))
- Case 2022-15: 8001 N Lake Drive, special exception for 4-foot black aluminum decorative fence (745-7 B.(3)(h) and (j))
Village Board
The Fox Point Village Board will hold a public hearing on the proposed 2023 Village Budget and then consider a resolution to adopt the budget, levy taxes, and impose delinquent water and sewer charges on the tax roll. The meeting is open in person and via Zoom, with written comments encouraged in advance.
- Adopt 2023 General Fund Budget of $7,499,634
- Levy $7,473,914 in 2023 taxes
- Impose $144,097.43 in delinquent water and sewer charges on 2022 tax roll
- Adopt North Shore Water Commission budget of $1,507,138
- Adopt Fox Point Water Utility budget of $3,666,081
Village Board
The Fox Point Village Board will meet to discuss aquatic recreation facilities, including the municipal swimming pool, and may take action on repairs, replacement, or alternative facilities. They will also discuss a $27,500 amendment with Ruekert Mielke to appeal the 100-year floodplain delineation. Two public hearings on stormwater and erosion control ordinances have been postponed.
- Postpone public hearings on stormwater and erosion control ordinances
- Amendment No. 1 with Ruekert Mielke for $27,500 to appeal floodplain delineation
- Discuss aquatic recreation facilities, including pool repairs or replacement
- Approve $8,000 change order with Wachtel Tree Science for forestry services
- Approve $748,550.94 in bills for October 2022
Plan Commission
The Fox Point Plan Commission will discuss and may recommend approval of a minor modification to the existing wireless facility at 8615 N Port Washington Road, submitted by Crown Castle. The meeting also includes approval of the October 3, 2022 minutes. The agenda is otherwise routine.
- Review of Crown Castle application for minor modification to wireless facility at 8615 N Port Washington Road
- Approval of October 3, 2022 Plan Commission/Building Board minutes
Village Board
The Fox Point Village Board is meeting to hold a budget workshop, the only substantive item on the agenda. No formal action is listed; the meeting is open to the public in person or via Zoom.
- Budget workshop discussion
Tree Commission
The Fox Point Tree Commission is meeting to discuss several ongoing items, including the future of No Mow May, a picnic and woods tour at Indian Creek, and further revisions to the clearcut ordinance (Chapter 310-20 to -23), with examples from Mukwonago and Fontana-on-Geneva Lake. They will also review the village's landscape screening ordinances and hear updates on the forester's activities, including spring 2023 tree planting and fall 2022 stump removal. New business includes steps to become a Bee City, handling yard waste from private contractors, and marketing the commission's mission. The meeting is informational and no final decisions are expected.
- Discussion on revising clearcut ordinance (Chapter 310-20 to -23) with examples from Mukwonago and Fontana-on-Geneva Lake
- Update on review of Village Landscape Screening Existing Ordinances
- Forester's Activities Update: Spring 2023 Tree Planting and Fall 2022 Stump Removal Program
- Steps to Become a Bee City
- Yard Waste/Brush Generated by Private Contractors
Building Board
The Fox Point Building Board will meet to review and potentially approve two property modification proposals: one for door removal at 300 W Nokomis Ct and another for window and shed roof work at 1109 E Lilac Ln. The meeting will also include routine procedural items such as roll call and approval of previous minutes.
- Adam Woolridge, 300 W Nokomis Ct, proposed door removal
- Ted Calata, 1109 E Lilac Ln, proposed windows and shed roof over window
Village Board
The Fox Point Village Board is meeting to discuss and potentially act on several items, including a proposed replacement playground at Maple Dale Indian Hill School, two stormwater-related code revisions (likely to be postponed), a possible enforcement action against a property owner, and a new solid waste contract. The board will also review committee reports, approve the consent agenda, and hear updates on village facilities and the pool.
- Playground structures for Maple Dale Indian Hill School, 8377 N Port Washington Rd
- Ordinance to repeal/re-create stormwater management regulations (Chapter 285 Article III)
- Ordinance to repeal/re-create construction site erosion control (Chapter 285 Article IV)
- Potential enforcement action against Melinda B Wagner, 7515 N Boyd Way
- Solid Waste and Recycling Contract with Waste Management
Village Board
The Fox Point Village Board is holding a special meeting to enter closed session to discuss possible acquisition opportunities for relocating municipal facilities, related property transfers, and potential developer incentives for redevelopment projects. After the closed session, the board may reconvene in open session and take action on these matters. The agenda contains only this one substantive item, with the rest being procedural.
- Closed session to discuss purchasing public properties and investing public funds
- Possible acquisition opportunities for relocating municipal facilities
- Municipal property transfers
- Possible developer incentives for redevelopment projects
Plan Commission
The Fox Point Plan Commission and Building Board will meet to discuss and possibly refer to the Village Board the proposed playground structures for Maple Dale Indian Hill School at 8377 N Port Washington Road. The agenda also includes approval of the previous meeting's minutes and is otherwise procedural.
- Discussion of proposed playground structures for Maple Dale Indian Hill School, 8377 N Port Washington Road
- Approval of minutes from September 6, 2022 Plan Commission meeting
Board of Appeals
The Fox Point Board of Appeals will hold a public meeting to consider three variance requests. These include a generator placement at 7834 N Beach Dr, a home addition encroaching on a setback at 8339 N Lake Drive, and a new garage at 8027 N Navajo Road. The board will also approve minutes from its July 27, 2022 meeting.
- Case 2022-09: Variance for generator at 7834 N Beach Dr, side yard setback, up to property line
- Case 2022-10: Variance for addition at 8339 N Lake Drive, 10.33 ft into 70-ft Dean Road setback
- Case 2022-11: Variance for garage at 8027 N Navajo Road, 6.2 ft from rear property line
- Approval of minutes and determinations from July 27, 2022 meeting
Building Board
The Fox Point Building Board will meet to review and vote on nine residential building permit applications, including roof-mounted solar arrays, fences, decks, a garage, and a significant home addition. The board will also approve minutes from the August 10, 2022 meeting. All projects are subject to state and village codes.
- John Crichton, 7014 N Barnett Ln, proposed roof over uncovered patio (tabled from Aug. 10 for photos and new elevations)
- Ben Glicksman, 221 W Suburban Dr, proposed roof-mounted solar array
- Paul Bodis, 7001 N Yates Rd, proposed fence
- Robert Jones, 7900 N Club Cir, proposed fence
- William Walenberger, 7111 N Lombardy Rd, proposed addition (1,150 SF remodel, 1,027 SF addition, total main level 3,507 SF)
Village Board
The Fox Point Village Board will meet in person with a remote option to receive Plan Commission reports, consider consent agenda items including a land combination and T-Mobile cell tower upgrades, and discuss possible enforcement action against a property owner. Two public hearings on stormwater and erosion control ordinances are expected to be postponed due to lack of Plan Commission recommendations.
- Land combination and Certified Survey Map for 7855 North Club Circle (Sadoff)
- T-Mobile equipment upgrades at 7002 N Santa Monica Blvd cell tower
- Enforcement action against Melinda B Wagner, 7515 N Boyd Way
- Payment of bills totaling $2,245,174.17 for August 2022
- Public hearings on stormwater and erosion control ordinances likely postponed
Building Board
The Fox Point Building Board will meet to review nine resident-initiated proposals for residential improvements, including remodels, garages, solar arrays, and accessory structures. The board will also approve minutes from the previous meeting.
- Revision Development LLC, 8034 N Links Way, proposed remodel and new attached garage
- Bruce Arbit, 7900 N Beach Dr, proposed solar array
- Tom Simeone, 8045 N Beach Dr, proposed 18’ X 18’ pavilion
- John Malzewski, 8210 N Whitney Rd, proposed detached garage
- Jesse Schenck, 408 E Daphne Rd, proposed conversion of screen porch to four season room
Plan Commission
The Fox Point Plan Commission meeting scheduled for August 1, 2022, has been cancelled due to lack of business. The next meeting is scheduled for September 6, 2022.
- Meeting cancelled due to lack of business
- Next meeting scheduled for September 6, 2022
Board of Appeals
The Fox Point Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on four cases: two variance requests for generator installations (940 E Wye Ln and 200 W Nokomis Ct), two special exception requests for fences (7001 N Yates Rd and 7900 N Club Cir), and a proposed rules amendment to set a regular meeting date. The board will also approve minutes from the May 19, 2022 meeting.
- Case 2022-04: 940 E Wye Ln – variance for generator 17 ft from property line (requires 20 ft side yard setback)
- Case 2022-06: 7001 N Yates Rd – special exception for 6-ft cedar fence forward of front line on Green Tree Rd
- Case 2022-07: 7900 N Club Cir – special exception for 6-ft stockade cedar fence forward of front line on N Lake Dr
- Case 2022-08: 200 W Nokomis Ct – variance for generator 10 ft from property fence line (requires 20 ft rear yard setback)
- Board of Appeals Rules Amendment – modify Section 2(B) to establish a regular meeting date
Building Board
The Fox Point Building Board will hold a public meeting to review and potentially approve five proposed residential projects, including remodels, additions, a solar array, and a new garage. The board will also approve minutes from the previous meeting. No other significant actions are listed.
- Ralph Bencriscutto, 8339 N Lake Dr: remodel and addition resubmittal
- Alan Pasch, 6445 N Lake Dr: kitchen, mudroom, powder room remodel
- Robert McDougall, 6765 N Holly Ct: roof mounted solar array
- Revision Development LLC, 8034 N Links Way: remodel and new attached garage
- Thomas Engel, 7021 N Belmont Ln: remodel, four season room, addition, detached garage, pergola
Village Board
The Fox Point Village Board will hold a public hearing on the 2023 Community Development Block Grant project list, then consider several items including a $2.41 million general obligation promissory note sale, agreements for water main design and DOT-related projects, and updates to floodplain, stormwater, and erosion control ordinances. The board will also discuss preliminary FEMA flood maps and may enter closed session to discuss DOT agreements and litigation.
- Public hearing on 2023 CDBG project list
- Resolution awarding sale of $2,410,000 General Obligation Promissory Notes, Series 2022A
- Agreement with Kapur & Associates for water main design along Lake Drive
- Agreements with Wisconsin DOT for I-43/Port Washington Road project (land conveyance, easements, utility relocation)
- Ordinances to repeal/recreate floodplain zoning, stormwater management, and construction site erosion control chapters
Tree Commission
The Fox Point Tree Commission is meeting to discuss old and new business, including feedback on Arbor Day, an update on Indian Creek Woods, and the future of No Mow May. They will also review the forester's activities, discuss revising the clearcut ordinance (Chapter 310-20 to -23), and consider Wauwatosa's landscape screening ordinance. No final decisions are expected on non-agenda items.
- Discussion on revising clearcut ordinance (Chapter 310-20 to -23)
- Review of Wauwatosa Landscape Screening Ordinance
- Forester's Activities Update: tree planting, species removal, watering, EAB treatment
- Indian Creek Woods update after 3 years
- No Mow May going forward
Plan Commission
The Plan Commission meeting scheduled for July 5, 2022, has been cancelled due to lack of business. The next meeting is scheduled for August 1, 2022.
Village Board
The Fox Point Village Board will consider a consent agenda that includes approving a $636,531 stormwater improvement project, several related contracts, and a land combination for a property on N Beach Drive. They will also hear the FY 2021 audit, consider an ordinance on burning, and deliberate on community enhancement grants.
- Accept $636,531.25 bid from Globe Contractors for 2022 Stormwater Improvement Project along Bywater Lane, Fox Lane, Portage Road, Links Way, and Boyd Way
- Approve land combination and certified survey map for Matthew and Renee Kirchner at 7250 N Beach Drive
- Approve $80,558 contract with Kapur & Associates for construction inspection on stormwater project
- Consider ordinance to repeal and re-create Section 276-4C on burning of garbage, brush, or rubbish
- Consider awarding $5,000 each to Fox Point Foundation and Fox Point Farmers Market for community enhancement grants
Plan Commission
The Fox Point Plan Commission will meet in person and remotely to discuss a land combination request for 7250 N Beach Dr. and may make a recommendation to the Village Board. The meeting will also include a roll call and approval of previous meeting minutes.
- Review and recommendation for land combination at 7250 N Beach Dr., Fox Point (Tax Key #095-9963-000)
- Approval of minutes from May 2, 2022 Plan Commission meeting
Audit Committee
The Fox Point Audit Committee is meeting to approve minutes from the May 19, 2021 meeting and to discuss and possibly take action on the draft FY 2021 village audit. The meeting is open to the public in person or via Zoom.
- Approval of May 19, 2021 meeting minutes
- Discussion and possible action on FY 2021 draft village audit
Special Pilot Community Enhancement Grant Committee
The Fox Point Special Pilot Community Enhancement Grant Committee will discuss and possibly decide on recommending grant awards to the Village Board. Two applications are under consideration: the Fox Point Farmers' Market and the Fox Point Foundation, each requesting $5,000. The meeting will be held virtually via Zoom.
- Fox Point Farmers' Market requests $5,000 for operational support
- Fox Point Foundation requests $5,000 for general operations
- Discussion and possible decision on grant award recommendations
- Approval of April 4, 2022 meeting minutes
Building Board
The Fox Point Building Board will hold a regular meeting on May 25, 2022, to review and decide on several building permit applications. The agenda includes a proposed shed, a home addition, and an updated master sign plan for a commercial property. The board will also approve minutes from its April 13, 2022 meeting.
- Bradley Manderscheid, 217 E Spooner Rd, proposed 10'x12' shed
- Ralph Bencriscutto, 8339 N Lake Dr, proposed addition
- Ms Fox Point, LLC, 6830-6940 N Santa Monica Blvd, proposed update master sign plan
- Approval of minutes from April 13, 2022 meeting
Board of Police Commissioners
The Fox Point Board of Police Commissioners is meeting to approve minutes from its February 22, 2022 meeting and receive an update from the Police Chief, including a presentation of the Police Department Annual Report. No other substantive action is on the agenda.
- Approval of minutes from February 22, 2022 meeting
- Police Chief update on police department status
- Presentation of Police Department Annual Report
Village Board
The Fox Point Village Board is holding a special meeting to discuss and possibly approve the president's appointments to various village boards and committees. The board will also enter closed session to confer with legal counsel about litigation strategy regarding a Court of Appeals decision, then reconvene to possibly take action.
- Approval of President Frazer's appointments to Village Boards, Committees and Commissions
- Closed session under Wis. Stat. 19.85(1)(g) to discuss litigation strategy concerning Appeal No. 2021 AP 1788
Building Board
The Fox Point Building Board will meet to review and potentially approve two residential construction proposals: a deck at 7475 N Beach Dr and a pergola at 7230 N Lake Dr. The meeting will also include routine procedural items like approving minutes from the previous meeting.
- Tim Lemont, 7475 N Beach Dr, proposed deck
- Theodore Thompson, 7230 N Lake Dr, proposed pergola
Village Board
The Fox Point Village Board will hold public hearings and consider conditional use permits for a childcare center and a clothing store, an ordinance on garages and accessory buildings, and a request from Cobalt Partners to submit a PUD rezoning petition for village-owned land. The board will also act on a consent agenda with multiple contracts for road, sewer, and equipment purchases, and may award community enhancement grants.
- Conditional use permit for Ms. Mary's Learning Center, 8050 N Port Washington Rd (childcare)
- Conditional use permit for Shirts, Skirts, Shoes & Stuff, 333 W Brown Deer Rd Suite H
- Ordinance to repeal/recreate zoning code on garages and accessory buildings
- Cobalt Partners request to submit PUD rezoning petition for village-owned land including Village Hall
- Consent agenda includes $1,010,852.20 road/utility contract with American Sewer Services
Special Pilot Community Enhancement Grant Committee
The Fox Point Special Pilot Community Enhancement Grants Committee will meet virtually to discuss and possibly decide on a recommendation to the Village Board regarding the process and criteria for awarding community enhancement grants. The agenda includes roll call, approval of minutes from the March 30, 2022 meeting, and the main discussion item. This is a working session focused on shaping the grant program.
- Discussion and possible decision on recommendation to Village Board for grant award process and criteria
- Approval of minutes from March 30, 2022 meeting
- Meeting held virtually via Zoom; public comments accepted in advance by email
Special Pilot Community Enhancement Grant Committee
The Fox Point Special Pilot Community Enhancement Grant Committee will meet virtually to discuss, deliberate, and possibly decide on a recommendation to the Village Board regarding the process and criteria for awarding community enhancement grants. The committee previously drafted a document on eligibility, considerations, and application requirements at its March 16 meeting. This is a working session focused on finalizing that recommendation.
- Discussion and possible decision on recommendation to Village Board for community enhancement grant process and criteria
- Approval of minutes from March 16, 2022 meeting
- Meeting held entirely virtually via Zoom
Special Pilot Community Enhancement Grant Committee
The Fox Point Special Pilot Community Enhancement Grants Committee is meeting virtually to discuss, deliberate, and possibly decide on a recommendation to the Village Board regarding the process and criteria for awarding community enhancement grants. The committee previously made decisions on eligibility requirements and will continue reviewing consideration requirements at this meeting. The agenda also includes roll call and approval of the March 7, 2022 meeting minutes.
- Discussion and possible decision on recommendation to Village Board for community enhancement grant process and criteria
- Approval of minutes from March 7, 2022 meeting
- Meeting held virtually via Zoom; citizens can submit comments in advance to Assistant Village Manager Kevin Ausman
Building Board
The Fox Point Building Board will meet to review four proposed residential projects: window replacement, a new screen porch, and a single-family home with detached garage and shed. No decisions will be made; the board will only discuss these proposals.
- David Tarantino, 7134 N Barnett Ln — proposed window replacement
- Christine Symchych, 7240 N Barnett Ln — proposed screen porch
- Byron Vielehr, 7938 N Beach Dr — proposed single-family home with detached garage and shed
Village Board
The Fox Point Village Board will hold a public hearing and consider an ordinance to repeal and re-create zoning code sections on garages, accessory buildings, and certain structures. The board will also hear informational presentations from two school districts about upcoming referendums, discuss a possible endorsement of an ICC resolution opposing a property tax exemption, and review survey results for Bradley Road improvements. Several consent agenda items include landscaping contracts and conservation easements.
- Public hearing and consideration of Ordinance to Repeal and Re-Create Sections 745-7 C. (1) and 745-6 A. of the Zoning Code concerning garages and accessory buildings
- Consent agenda: Marek Landscaping proposals for $6,020.33 (Indian Creek Woods) and $16,155.60 (Indian Creek)
- Consent agenda: Approve payment of bills totaling $362,011.69 for February 2022
- New business: Endorsement of ICC Resolution opposing SB 807 (property tax exemption for nonprofit-owned property near Milwaukee Regional Medical Center)
- New business: Presentation of Bradley Road Public Information Meeting Survey Results and possible action on preferred alternative
Plan Commission
The Fox Point Plan Commission will discuss and may vote to refer an ordinance to the Village Board that would update zoning rules for garages, accessory buildings, and certain structures. The changes include new size limits, such as accessory buildings capped at 170 square feet, and rules on the number of detached garages based on lot size. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and is open to the public in person or via Zoom.
- Ordinance to repeal and re-create zoning code sections 745-7 C and 745-6 A on garages and accessory buildings
- Accessory buildings limited to 170 square feet
- Detached garage limits based on lot size (e.g., one garage on lots 25,000 sq ft or less)
- Public hearing date for the ordinance is left blank in the draft
- Meeting held at Schwemer Hall, 7200 N. Santa Monica Blvd, with remote option
Special Pilot Community Enhancement Grant Committee
The Special Pilot Community Enhancement Grants Committee will discuss, deliberate, and possibly decide on a recommendation to the Village Board regarding the process and criteria for awarding community enhancement grants. The meeting is entirely virtual via Zoom. The agenda includes roll call, approval of the February 14, 2022 minutes, and the grant criteria discussion.
- Discussion and possible decision on recommendation to Village Board for community enhancement grant process and criteria
- Approval of minutes from February 14, 2022 meeting
- Prior discussion included criteria: applicants must be registered 501(c)3, grants between $1000-5000, show community benefit, and be a recognized legal entity with core mission to enhance quality of life in Fox Point
Board of Appeals
The Fox Point Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on Case 2022-02, a variance request for a property at 8303 N Greenvale Rd. The applicant wants to build a garage about 8 feet into the required 60-foot front yard setback. The board will also approve minutes from its February 10, 2022 meeting.
- Case 2022-02: variance for front yard setback at 8303 N Greenvale Rd, garage encroaching 8 feet into 60-foot setback
- Approval of minutes and determinations from February 10, 2022 meeting
Plan Commission
The Village of Fox Point Plan Commission meeting scheduled for February 7, 2022, has been cancelled due to lack of business. The next Plan Commission meeting is scheduled for Monday, March 7, 2022. No items were discussed or decided at this meeting.
- Meeting cancelled due to lack of business
- Next meeting scheduled for March 7, 2022
Special Pilot Community Enhancement Grant Committee
The Special Pilot Community Enhancement Grants Committee will meet virtually to discuss, deliberate, and possibly decide on a recommendation to the Village Board regarding the process and criteria for awarding community enhancement grants. The meeting is open to the public via Zoom, and written comments can be submitted in advance.
- Discussion on process and criteria for awarding community enhancement grants
- Possible recommendation to Village Board
- Virtual meeting via Zoom (Meeting ID: 841 3172 4304)
Plan Commission
The Fox Point Plan Commission will meet virtually to discuss and possibly recommend action on a request from Sabre Industries to modify Dish Wireless's existing tower at 7200 N. Santa Monica Blvd. The commission will also approve minutes from the November 1, 2021 meeting. The meeting is open to the public via Zoom.
- Review of Dish Wireless tower modification at 7200 N. Santa Monica Blvd.
- Approval of November 1, 2021 meeting minutes