Fox Point public meetings in 2023

Building Board

The Fox Point Building Board will review and vote on 12 proposed residential projects, including solar systems, home additions, remodels, and driveway gates. The board will also approve minutes from the November 8, 2023 meeting. This is a regular meeting with no public hearings or budget items.

• Dan Karasch, 6445 N Santa Monica Blvd, proposed ground mounted solar system
• 8034 N Whitney Rd, proposed 2nd story addition & detached garage
• 7644 N Beach Dr, proposed living space above existing garage
• Byron Vielehr, 7944 N Beach Dr, proposed driveway gate
• St Augustine, 6801 N Yates Rd, proposed driveway gate and signage

Village Board

The Fox Point Village Board will hold public hearings and vote on conditional use permits for CrossFit Good Land and The Town Club, along with a land combination for The Town Club. The consent agenda includes sewer and storm water utility rate increases, several public works contracts, and approval of bills totaling $536,821.68. The board will also discuss when agenda and board packets are publicly posted.

• Conditional use permit for CrossFit Good Land, 8797 N Port Washington Road
• Conditional use permit for The Town Club, 7950 N Santa Monica Blvd, including pickleball activities
• Land combination for The Town Club, tax keys #092-9991-000 and #092-9980-000
• Sewer rate increase and storm water utility rate increase resolutions
• Contracts: Wachtel Tree Science ($51,000 forestry, $15,000 emerald ash borer), Ruekert Mielke ($46,240 GIS), Kapur & Associates ($24,845 sewer rehab design, $32,720 sewer televising, $16,500 retaining wall monitoring), Marek Landscaping ($17,185 and $5,349.28 invasive species control)

The Fox Point Village Board approved multiple municipal contracts, including forestry, GIS, and engineering services, alongside sewer and stormwater utility rate increases. Several consent agenda items were withdrawn or delayed, including a waste management contract and a conditional use permit for The Town Club, which requires further public notice. The board also granted a conditional use permit for CrossFit Good Land.

• Approved meeting minutes and appointed election inspectors for 2024-2025 (7-0)
• Accepted Wachtel Tree Science forestry services contract not to exceed $51,000 (7-0)
• Accepted Wachtel Tree Science Emerald Ash Borer initiative contract not to exceed $15,000 (7-0)
• Accepted Ruekert Mielke GIS database contract not to exceed $46,240 (7-0)
• Accepted Marek Landscaping Indian Creek contract for $17,185 and Woods Stewardship contract for $5,349.28 (7-0)
• Approved sewer and stormwater utility rate increase resolutions (7-0)
• Granted Conditional Use Permit for CrossFit Good Land at 8797 N Port Washington Road (7-0)
• Approved Land Combination and Certified Survey Map for The Town Club at 7950 N Santa Monica Blvd (7-0)

Plan Commission

The Plan Commission will discuss and make recommendations to the Village Board regarding conditional use permits for fitness classes and pickleball activities. The commission will also consider a land combination for The Town Club at 7950 N Santa Monica Blvd.

• Conditional Use Permit: CrossFit Good Land at 8797 N Port Washington Road
• Conditional Use Permit: Pickleball and social activities for The Town Club at 7950 N Santa Monica Blvd.
• Land Combination: Review of lots at 7950 N Santa Monica Blvd. (tax keys #092-9991-000 & #092-9980-000)

The Plan Commission recommended that the Village Board approve conditional use permits for Good Land Fitness, LLC and The Town Club. Additionally, the Commission recommended approval for a land combination at The Town Club, subject to specific survey requirements. The Commission also approved the minutes from the October 2, 2023, meeting.

• Approved October 2, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Recommended approval of Good Land Fitness CUP (4-0)
• Recommended approval of The Town Club CUP (4-0)
• Recommended approval of The Town Club land combination (4-0)
• Adjourned meeting (4-0)

Board of Appeals

The Fox Point Board of Appeals is meeting to consider five requests: one variance for an air conditioner, one variance for a garage, and three special exceptions for driveway gates. The board will also approve minutes from a prior meeting. All items are for discussion and decision at this meeting.

• Case 2023-08: variance for air conditioner setback at 8330 N Regent Road
• Case 2022-09: special exception for gates at 6801 N Yates Road
• Case 2022-10: special exception for driveway gates at 7938 N Beach Dr
• Case 2022-11: special exception for driveway gates at 7944 N Beach Dr
• Case 2023-12: variance for garage setback at 8566 N Regent Rd

The Fox Point Board of Appeals held a meeting on November 27, 2023, where they elected Mark Grady as acting chair and approved previous meeting minutes. The Board approved an air conditioner setback variance at 8330 N Regent Road, special exceptions for driveway gates at 6801 N Yates Road and 7938/7944 N Beach Drive, and tabled a garage setback variance for 8566 N Regent Road to January 24, 2024.

• Elected Mark Grady as Acting Chairperson (5-0)
• Approved July 26, 2023 meeting minutes and findings of fact (5-0)
• Approved air conditioner setback variance at 8330 N Regent Road (5-0)
• Approved special exception for driveway gates at 6801 N Yates Road (5-0)
• Approved special exceptions for driveway gates at 7938 N Beach Drive and 7944 N Beach Drive (5-0)
• Tabled garage setback variance at 8566 N Regent Road to January 24, 2024 (4-0)

Village Board

The Village Board will hold a public hearing to receive input on the proposed 2024 Village Budget. The Board will also consider a resolution to adopt various fund budgets, levy taxes, and address delinquent water and sewer charges.

• Public hearing for the proposed 2024 Village Budget
• Adoption of the $7,870,048.00 General Fund Budget
• Adoption of the $7,882,114.00 2024 levy
• Adoption of the $15,581,964.00 North Shore Fire Department Budget
• Imposition of $149,880.35 in delinquent water and sewer charges on the tax roll

The Fox Point Village Board held a public hearing on the proposed 2024 budget, with one resident commenting on recycling and pool costs. The board then unanimously adopted the 2024 General Fund, Designated Fund, and Shared Services budgets, levied taxes, and imposed delinquent water and sewer charges on the tax roll.

• Opened and closed public hearing on 2024 budget (7-0)
• Adopted 2024 Village General Fund, Designated Fund, and Shared Services budgets; levied taxes; imposed delinquent water and sewer charges on tax roll (7-0)

Municipal Pool Citizens Committee

The Municipal Pool Citizens Committee will discuss and possibly approve draft bylaws and articles of incorporation for a new nonprofit, Friends of the Fox Point Pool. It may also set a process for appointing initial directors and officers. No other actions are planned.

• Discussion and possible approval of draft bylaws & articles of incorporation for Friends of Fox Point Pool
• Discussion and possible action on process for appointing initial directors and officers

The Municipal Pool Citizens Committee approved the minutes from August 16 and October 16, 2023. Members discussed draft bylaws and articles of incorporation for the 'Friends of the Fox Point Pool'.

• Approved August 16, 2023 and October 16, 2023 meeting minutes
• Determined application for initial directors and officers of 'Friends of the Fox Point Pool' will be posted to Village website until December 22

Board of Police Commissioners

The Fox Point Board of Police Commissioners will meet to approve prior meeting minutes, recognize incoming and outgoing commissioners, and conduct a closed session to review applications and interview candidates for the Police Investigator position. After the closed session, the board may reconvene in open session and take action on the matters discussed. The meeting is largely procedural, with the main substantive item being the hiring process for the investigator role.

• Closed session to review applications and interview candidates for Police Investigator position
• Possible action on closed session items after reconvening
• Approval of minutes from March 30, 2023 meeting
• Recognition of incoming and outgoing police commissioners

Village Board

The Fox Point Village Board will consider and may act on selecting a location and basic design elements for a new aquatics facility to replace the existing municipal pool, including options like a splash pad, recreational pool, and lap pool. The board will also hear a municipal court update, consider amending the records retention schedule to include video recordings of public meetings, and review proposals for a water service lateral replacement at 1208 East Goodrich Lane. Consent agenda items include approving minutes, confirming appointments, approving a $10,000 agreement for an Indian Creek study, and paying bills totaling $641,081.49.

• Consider proposals to replace water service lateral at 1208 East Goodrich Lane
• Approve agreement with Southeastern Wisconsin Watersheds Trust Inc. for Indian Creek bacteria and chloride study in amount of $10,000
• Approve payment of bills in amount of $641,081.49 for October 2023
• Initial consideration of resolution to amend records retention schedule to include video recordings of public meetings
• Confirm President Symchych's appointments to boards, committees, and commissions

The Village Board voted 7-0 to select the current Santa Monica Boulevard location as the site for a future municipal pool, after a motion to adopt a specific concept design (Concept #2) failed 4-3. The board then directed staff to work with Parkitecture to develop two new design concepts incorporating board suggestions. Other decisions included approving a consent agenda (7-0) and approving up to $8,023 for a water service lateral replacement at 1208 E. Goodrich Lane (7-0).

• Approved consent agenda with removal of item 4b (7-0)
• Approved October 10, 2023 meeting minutes with corrections (7-0)
• Directed staff to provide notice for records retention resolution (4-3)
• Approved up to $8,023 for water lateral replacement at 1208 E. Goodrich Lane (7-0)
• Selected current Santa Monica location as site for future pool (7-0)
• Directed staff to get two new pool concepts from Parkitecture (7-0)

Municipal Pool Citizens Committee

The Municipal Pool Citizens Committee will discuss and potentially act on draft Bylaws and Articles of Incorporation for a new nonprofit organization. The committee will also discuss the process for appointing the initial directors and officers for the group.

• Discussion and possible action on draft Bylaws & Articles of Incorporation for 'Friends of the Fox Point Pool'
• Discussion of process for appointing initial Directors and Officers for 'Friends of the Fox Point Pool'

Building Board

The Fox Point Building Board will review three proposed residential projects: a resubmittal for an addition at 8234 N Gray Log Ln, a garden shed at 8151 N Seneca Rd, and a ground-mounted solar system at 7926 N Fairchild Rd. The board will also approve minutes from the October 11 meeting. No other significant actions are scheduled.

• Resubmittal of addition at 8234 N Gray Log Ln (Laura Mortara)
• Proposed garden shed at 8151 N Seneca Rd (Kevin Kilkenny)
• Proposed ground-mounted solar system at 7926 N Fairchild Rd (Brian Stegall)
• Approval of October 11, 2023 meeting minutes

Plan Commission

The Village of Fox Point Plan Commission meeting scheduled for November 6, 2023, has been cancelled due to lack of business. The next regular meeting is scheduled for December 4, 2023.

• Meeting cancelled due to lack of business
• Next regular meeting scheduled for December 4, 2023

Tree Commission

The Fox Point Tree Commission is meeting to discuss potential changes to tree-cutting regulations, including modifications to restrictions on cutting and a possible repeal of clear-cutting rules. They will also review the forester's activities, including spring planting and damage from March snow events, and consider community engagement ideas. The meeting includes public comment and approval of previous minutes.

• Discussion of modifications to Chapter 285-11 (Restrictions on Cutting)
• Potential repeal of Chapter 310-20 to 23 (Clear-Cutting)
• Stormwater mitigation approach with sample incentives
• Forester's update on spring 2023 tree planting and snow damage
• Review of tree planting and removal along Beach Drive (2011-present)

The Village of Fox Point Tree Commission approved minutes from its February 2, 2023 meeting and held discussions on private property tree retention alternatives, pesticide usage, and marketing the commission's mission. The commission also received updates on the forester's activities, landscape enhancements, and tree planting plans along Beach Drive.

• Approved minutes of the February 2, 2023 meeting

Board of Review

The Fox Point Board of Review is meeting to review the 2023 assessment roll, hear taxpayer objections, and handle procedural matters such as selecting officers and adopting policies. The meeting is required to last at least two hours and is open to the public.

• Review and possible action on policy for sworn telephone and written testimony
• Review and possible action on policy for waiver of BOR hearing requests
• Certify corrections of error under Wis. Stat. § 70.43
• Hear objections to 2023 assessments, if proper notice given
• Consider waivers of 48-hour notice for objections

The Fox Point Board of Review held its statutory meeting to receive the 2023 assessment roll, elect officers, and hear property assessment objections. The Board unanimously declined a request for telephone testimony and denied a late-filed waiver request due to a lack of good cause. After hearing testimony for three property assessment objections, the Board voted to sustain the assessor's valuations for all three properties and adjourned the meeting.

• Elected Scott Botcher as Chair and Chris Mehring as Vice-Chair (unanimous)
• Declined request to allow telephone testimony for an objecting property owner (unanimous)
• Sustained assessed valuation of $233,000 for 8108 N Whitney Road, Parcel No. 059-0116-000 (unanimous)
• Sustained assessed valuation of $299,000 for 311 W Bayfield Road, Parcel No. 097-0035-000 (unanimous)
• Sustained assessed valuation of $590,000 for 411 E Bradley Road, Parcel No. 091-0018-000 (unanimous)
• Denied waiver request for late-filed objection for 7405 N Seneca Road, Parcel No. 097-0115-000 (unanimous)

Village Board

The Fox Point Village Board will consider a consent agenda with four resolutions related to the North Shore Fire Department (NSFD), including a 2024-2028 capital budget for new fire apparatus, the 2024 fee schedule, a levy limit exception, and an amendment to the NSFD agreement. The meeting also includes a budget workshop. All items are up for approval, not just discussion.

• Resolution approving 2024-2028 NSFD capital budget for three engines and three ambulances
• Resolution approving 2024 NSFD fee schedule, including ambulance transport fees (e.g., BLS transport resident $901.25, paramedic ALS-2 resident $1130.71)
• Resolution authorizing levy limit exception for NSFD charges per 2005 Wisconsin Act 484
• Resolution approving Amendment No. 9 to NSFD agreement for general clean-up
• Budget workshop

The Fox Point Village Board approved the consent agenda, which included resolutions recommending a 2024-2028 capital budget, the 2024 North Shore Fire Department fee schedule, an option for member municipalities to seek a levy limit exception, and an amendment to the fire department agreement. The board then held a budget workshop to review and discuss the proposed 2024 Village budget, with no formal decisions made on the budget itself. The meeting adjourned at 8:04 p.m.

• Approved consent agenda including capital budget resolution (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda including 2024 fire department fee schedule (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda including levy limit exception resolution (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda including fire department agreement amendment (6-0)
• Held budget workshop for 2024 proposed budget (no vote)

Municipal Pool Citizens Committee

The Municipal Pool Citizens Committee will discuss the vision for a 'Friends of the Fox Point Pool' nonprofit and may approve draft bylaws and articles of incorporation. They will also discuss the process for appointing initial directors and officers. The meeting is open to the public, with time for public comment.

• Discussion and possible action on Bylaws & Articles of Incorporation for 'Friends of the Fox Point Pool'
• Discussion of process for appointing initial Directors and Officers for the nonprofit

The Fox Point Municipal Pool Citizens Committee reviewed a draft of bylaws for a proposed 'Friends of the Fox Point Pool' nonprofit and discussed the process for appointing initial directors and officers. No formal action was taken on the bylaws or appointments; the application process will be determined at the next meeting. The meeting was adjourned by unanimous consent.

• Adjourned meeting by unanimous consent (all ayes)

Building Board

The Building Board will discuss and review multiple residential projects, including additions, garage constructions, and pool installations. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from the September 13, 2023, meeting.

• Proposed second floor master bedroom/office at 707 E Juniper Ln
• Proposed addition and open area modification at 7021 N Belmont Ln
• Proposed single family home with open area modification at 7521 N Beach Dr
• Proposed detached garage at 6435 N Santa Monica Blvd
• Proposed inground swimming pool at 8600 N Seneca Rd

Village Board

The Fox Point Village Board will hold public hearings and vote on conditional use permits for Milwaukee Ballet at 8665 N Port Washington Road and Bricks and Minifigs at 8629 N Port Washington Road #8. The board will also consider a four-way stop at Calumet Road and Santa Monica Blvd, an update on the Popland agreement, and a municipal court report. Consent agenda items include approving bills totaling $1,681,874.50 and several contracts and change orders.

• Conditional use permit for Milwaukee Ballet at 8665 N Port Washington Road
• Conditional use permit for Bricks and Minifigs at 8629 N Port Washington Road #8
• Possible four-way stop at Calumet Road and Santa Monica Blvd
• Change order for Beach Drive and Manor Lane project ($3,195)
• Bill payment of $1,681,874.50 for September 2023

The Fox Point Village Board approved the consent agenda, which included conditional use permits for Milwaukee Ballet and Bricks and Minifigs, change orders, and bill payments. The board also accepted a traffic study report for Calumet Road and Santa Monica Blvd and took no action on a four-way stop. The Popland Agreement update was laid over for a future meeting.

• Approved consent agenda including Milwaukee Ballet and Bricks and Minifigs conditional use permits (6-0)
• Approved $3,195 change order for Beach Drive and Manor Lane project (6-0)
• Approved State Municipal Agreement for Lake Drive crosswalks TAP funding (6-0)
• Approved $8,000 change order for forestry services (6-0)
• Approved $1,681,874.50 in bills for September 2023 (6-0)
• Accepted traffic study report for Calumet Road and Santa Monica Blvd, took no action on four-way stop (4-2)
• Laid over Popland Agreement update for future meeting

Plan Commission

The Fox Point Plan Commission will discuss and make recommendations to the Village Board on two conditional use permits: one for Milwaukee Ballet to renovate and add a studio at 8665 N Port Washington Road, and another for Blue Eyed Saturday, LLC dba Bricks & Minifigs to operate a retail LEGO store at 8629 N Port Washington Road #8. The meeting also includes approval of the September 5, 2023 minutes.

• Conditional use permit for Milwaukee Ballet to renovate facility and add studio at 8665 N Port Washington Road
• Conditional use permit for Blue Eyed Saturday, LLC dba Bricks & Minifigs to operate retail LEGO store at 8629 N Port Washington Road #8
• Approval of minutes from September 5, 2023 meeting

The Fox Point Plan Commission approved the minutes from the September 5, 2023 meeting and recommended the Village Board approve two conditional use permits, both subject to revisions proposed by Commissioner Fonstad. The recommendations were unanimous (7-0) for both permits, and the meeting adjourned at 5:56 PM.

• Approved minutes of September 5, 2023 meeting (6-0)
• Recommended approval of conditional use permit for 8665 N Port Washington Road (Milwaukee Ballet) (7-0)
• Recommended approval of conditional use permit for 8629 N Port Washington Road #8 (Bricks & Minifigs) (7-0)

Building Board

The Fox Point Building Board will meet to review 16 proposed exterior modifications, including solar panels, retaining walls, sign plans, remodels, and additions. No decisions will be made by other governmental bodies present. The board will also discuss and approve minutes from the August 9 meeting.

• Margaret Wilson, 8363 N Indian Creek Pkwy, proposed solar panels
• Elizabeth Elser, 6516 N Lake Dr, proposed retaining wall
• Riverpoint Shopping Center, 8705 N Port Wash Rd, proposed revised master sign plan
• Terrance ONeil, 302 E Willow Rd, proposed solar panels
• 7432 N Seneca Rd, proposed remodel

Village Board

The Fox Point Village Board will hold public hearings and consider conditional use permits for Matilda Bakehouse and The Nurturing Nook, plus an ordinance changing permit processes in the F-Institutional District. The board will also act on a consent agenda that includes approving $377,518.34 in bills, land combinations, and resolutions for Lake Drive easements and a tree inventory grant. New business includes authorizing up to $55,000 per police vehicle for two 2024 vehicles, discussing Beach Drive/Lake Drive intersection design and Lake Drive speed limit, and possibly referring a Town Club pickleball court conversion to the Plan Commission.

• Conditional use permit for Matilda Bakehouse, 6870-6874 N Santa Monica Blvd
• Conditional use permit for The Nurturing Nook, 8647 N Port Washington Road
• Approve bills of $377,518.34 for August 2023
• Resolutions for 9 temporary and 4 permanent easements along Lake Drive; contract with Single Source, Inc. for $20,350
• Police car purchase authorization up to $55,000 per vehicle for two vehicles

The Fox Point Village Board approved the consent agenda (7-0), which included conditional use permits for The Nurturing Nook and Matilda Bakehouse, a land combination at 8090/8100 N Beach Drive, and resolutions for Lake Drive easements. The board also adopted an ordinance repealing and recreating Section 745-20(B) (5-1), authorized police vehicle purchases up to $55,000 each (6-0), denied a recommendation to eliminate the left leg of the Beach Drive/Lake Drive intersection (6-0), and referred a pickleball court conversion application to the Plan Commission (6-0). No action was taken on the Popland Studios Civic Center Study.

• Approved consent agenda including conditional use permits for The Nurturing Nook and Matilda Bakehouse (7-0)
• Approved land combination and CSM for 8090/8100 N Beach Drive with condition to raze south residence (7-0)
• Adopted ordinance repealing/recreating Section 745-20(B) on F-Institutional District permits (5-1)
• Authorized police vehicle purchase orders up to $55,000 per vehicle for two vehicles (6-0)
• Denied elimination of left leg at Beach Drive/Lake Drive intersection; maintained current configuration (6-0)
• Referred Town Club tennis-to-pickleball court conversion to Plan Commission (6-0)
• Approved $377,518.34 in bills for August 2023 (7-0)
• Approved $20,350 contract with Single Source, Inc. for easement negotiation services (7-0)

Plan Commission

The Fox Point Plan Commission will discuss and recommend action on three items: a conditional use permit for a retail bakery at 6870-6874 N Santa Monica Blvd, a land combination request for two properties at 8090 & 8100 N Beach Drive, and a proposed ordinance to repeal and recreate subsection 745-20(B) of the zoning code regarding permit processes in the F Institutional District.

• Conditional Use Permit for Matilda, LLC dba Matilda Bakehouse at 6870-6874 N Santa Monica Blvd for retail bakery sales
• Land Combination for Starfish Five Properties, LLC at 8090 & 8100 N Beach Drive
• Proposed Ordinance to repeal and recreate subsection 745-20(B) regarding permit processes in the F Institutional District

The Plan Commission recommended that the Village Board approve a conditional use permit for Matilda Bakehouse and a land combination for Starfish Five Properties, LLC. The commission also recommended the approval of an ordinance to repeal and re-create Subsection 745-20 (B) subject to revisions.

• Approved August 7, 2023 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Recommended Village Board approve conditional use permit for 6870-6874 N Santa Monica Blvd (7-0)
• Recommended Village Board approve land combination for 8090 & 8100 N Beach Drive provided one residence is razed (7-0)
• Recommended Village Board approve ordinance to repeal & re-create Subsection 745-20 (B) subject to revisions (7-0)

Municipal Pool Citizens Committee

The Municipal Pool Citizens Committee will discuss its mission and the creation of a fundraising entity. This entity would be separate from the Village of Fox Point government and would conduct fundraising for a municipal pool as established by Village Board Resolution 2023-15.

• Discussion of Committee Mission
• Discussion of Municipal Pool Fundraising Entity
• Reference to Village Board Resolution 2023-15

The Municipal Pool Citizens Committee decided to begin the process of establishing a separate nonprofit entity for aquatics facility fundraising. This was chosen over using an existing entity. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved motion to begin creating a nonprofit entity separate from Village government for aquatics facility fundraising (All ayes)

Building Board

The Fox Point Building Board will review and vote on 15 building permit applications, including resubmittals for a hot tub and a combination of skylights, shed, and gazebo, as well as new decks, pergolas, garages, additions, and a master sign plan. The board will also discuss and potentially approve the minutes from the July 12 meeting and discuss a Building Board form.

• Erik Bowie, 7520 N Links Way, resubmittal hot tub with open area modification
• Michael Ford, 1006 E Churchill Ln, resubmittal skylights, garden shed, and gazebo with open area modification
• Riverpoint Shopping Center, 8705 N Port Washington Rd, proposed master sign plan
• David Grassl, 7338 N Navajo Rd, proposed addition (plans show a 1,651 sq ft footprint addition)
• Hope Edwin, 1107 E Lilac Ln, proposed dormer (plans show a second-floor addition of 533 sq ft)

Village Board

The Fox Point Village Board will consider and may act on an ordinance to regulate mobile food vendors, review watermain and stormwater improvements along Lake Drive, and discuss cost savings of curbside garbage and recycling pickup. The board will also receive a Plan Commission report on a conditional use permit for The Nurturing Nook at 8647 North Port Washington Road, and may refer an ordinance regarding permits in the F Institutional District. A closed session is planned to discuss litigation in Bruckner v. Fox Point.

• Consider ordinance to create Article III of Chapter 417 to regulate mobile food vendors
• Consider Lake Drive watermain and stormwater management improvements
• Review cost savings of curbside pickup for garbage and recycling
• Receive Plan Commission report on conditional use permit for The Nurturing Nook at 8647 N Port Washington Rd
• Approve bills totaling $1,327,337.86 for July 2023

The Village Board approved over $1.3 million in bill payments and directed staff to seek design contracts for priority watermain and stormwater management improvements. The Board also referred an ordinance regarding F-Institutional District permits to the Plan Commission for review.

• Approved payment of bills totaling $1,327,337.86 (7-0)
• Referred ordinance on F-Institutional District permit process to Plan Commission (7-0)
• Directed staff to bring forward design contract for high and medium priority stormwater projects (7-0)
• Directed staff to bring forward design contract for specified watermain improvements (7-0)
• Tabled ordinance to regulate mobile food vendors
• Entered closed session regarding Bruckner v. Fox Point litigation (7-0)

Plan Commission

The Fox Point Plan Commission will discuss and make a recommendation to the Village Board on a conditional use permit for Premier WI Fox Point, LLC dba The Nurturing Nook to change the legal entity from The Nurturing Nook, Inc. to Premier WI Fox Point, LLC. The day care center will continue operating with the same hours and days of service. The agenda also includes approval of the July 6, 2023 meeting minutes.

• Conditional use permit review for entity change at 8647 N Port Washington Road
• Day care center hours remain Monday-Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
• Approval of minutes from July 6, 2023 Plan Commission/Building Board meeting

The Fox Point Plan Commission approved the minutes of its July 6, 2023 meeting and unanimously recommended that the Village Board approve a change of legal entity for Premier WI Fox Point, LLC, doing business as Nurturing Nook at 8647 N Port Washington Road. The commission found the project met the four standards in ordinance 745-20B(2). No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved minutes of July 6, 2023 Plan Commission meeting (5-0)
• Recommended Village Board approve change of legal entity for Premier WI Fox Point, LLC dba Nurturing Nook, 8647 N Port Washington Road (5-0)

Board of Appeals

The Fox Point Board of Appeals will meet to consider two variance requests. The first is for a shed at 6811 N Barnett Lane that would encroach on the Lake Drive setback. The second is for a detached garage at 7425 N Longacre Road that would be built on the property line. The board will also approve minutes from the previous meeting.

• Case 2023-06: Variance for shed at 6811 N Barnett Lane within 85-foot Lake Drive setback
• Case 2023-07: Variance for detached garage at 7425 N Longacre Road on property line
• Approval of minutes from May 24, 2023 meeting

The Board of Appeals denied two requests for zoning variances regarding a shed and a detached garage. In both cases, the Board determined the applicants failed to prove the necessary unique property hardships required by law.

• Approved May 24, 2023 meeting minutes and findings (5-0)
• Denied variance for shed installation within Lake Drive setback at 6811 N Barnett Lane (4-0)
• Denied variance for detached garage installation on property line at 7425 N Longacre Rd (4-0)

Building Board

The Fox Point Building Board will review 12 building permit applications, including two resubmitted single-family homes and a solar array, and discuss a Building Board form. The meeting is a public hearing where the board will decide on these items.

• Johnathon Bloom, 7730 N Beach Dr, resubmitted single-family home with open area modification
• Shaka Smart, 7624 N Beach Dr, resubmitted single-family home
• Thomas Barnum, 7348 N Crossway Rd, proposed roof-mounted solar array
• Reality Income Properties LLC, 8740 N Port Washington Rd, proposed signage
• Erik Bowie, 7520 N Links Way, proposed hot tub with open area modification

Village Board

The Fox Point Village Board will hold public hearings and consider zoning approval for Congregation Sinai's LED lighting upgrade, review the 2024 CDBG project list, and discuss several capital items including a potential financial commitment to a new aquatic facility and a Civic Center Study. The board will also act on a resolution to sell $1,840,000 in general obligation promissory notes and consider a cooperation agreement with Milwaukee County for CDBG funds.

• Public hearing and consideration of Congregation Sinai F-Institutional District application for LED lighting replacement
• Resolution awarding sale of $1,840,000 General Obligation Promissory Notes, Series 2023B
• Discussion and possible action on financial commitment to construct new aquatic facility
• Consideration of agreement for Civic Center Study by Popland Studio, LLC
• Consent agenda includes $76.19/ton salt bid and $29,470 bridge sealing contract

The Fox Point Village Board approved the sale of $1,840,000 in general obligation promissory notes (Series 2023B) and adopted a resolution establishing a Municipal Pool Citizens' Committee. The board also approved the Congregation Sinai lighting upgrade, a $20,500 Civic Center Study agreement, and several consent agenda items. No action was taken on the financial commitment to construct a new aquatic facility or on the 2024-2028 Capital Plan.

• Approved $1,840,000 General Obligation Promissory Notes, Series 2023B (7-0)
• Adopted resolution establishing Municipal Pool Citizens' Committee (7-0)
• Approved Congregation Sinai F-Institutional District application for LED lighting (7-0)
• Approved $20,500 Civic Center Study by Popland Studio, LLC (6-1)
• Approved consent agenda including $76.19/ton salt bid, $29,470 bridge painting, and $1,587,562.28 in bills (7-0)
• Approved cooperation agreement with Milwaukee County for CDBG funds (7-0)
• Adopted commendation for retiring DPW employee Steven R. Schulteis (7-0)
• Directed staff to schedule public information meeting on pool

Plan Commission

The Fox Point Plan Commission and Building Board will meet jointly to consider replacing and upgrading the exterior parking lot and building lighting to LED fixtures at Congregation Sinai, 8223 N Port Washington Road. The item may be referred to the Village Board for final approval. The agenda also includes approval of the May 1, 2023 meeting minutes.

• Discussion of LED lighting replacement/upgrade at Congregation Sinai, 8223 N Port Washington Road
• Approval of minutes from May 1, 2023 Plan Commission-Building Board meeting

The Fox Point Plan Commission and Building Board held a joint meeting on July 6, 2023, and approved the minutes from the May 1 meeting. The Commission unanimously recommended that the Village Board approve the replacement and upgrading of exterior parking lot and building lighting to LED fixtures for Congregation Sinai at 8223 N Port Washington Road, finding the project met all four standards in ordinance 745-20B(2). The meeting adjourned at 5:59 PM.

• Approved minutes of May 1, 2023 Plan Commission meeting (7-0)
• Recommended Village Board approve LED lighting replacement/upgrade for Congregation Sinai, 8223 N Port Washington Road (7-0)

Village Board

The Fox Point Village Board is holding a special meeting, primarily to convene into closed session to confer with legal counsel about litigation strategy regarding the Beach Drive Lake Michigan revetment project. This follows a letter from an attorney representing property owner Brian Read, who purports to withdraw permission for the work. The board may take action on this matter after reconvening into open session.

• Closed session under Wis. Stat. § 19.85(1)(g) to discuss litigation strategy on Beach Drive Lake Michigan revetment project
• Consideration of letter dated June 12, 2023 from Attorney Jane R. Landretti on behalf of Brian Read withdrawing permission for revetment work
• Possible action in open session following closed session

The Fox Point Village Board met in special session on June 20, 2023, and voted 7-0 to enter closed session to confer with legal counsel about the Beach Drive Lake Michigan revetment project, following a letter from a property owner's attorney purporting to withdraw permission for the work. The board reconvened into open session at 3:30 p.m. and took no action. The meeting adjourned at 3:31 p.m.

• Convened into closed session (7-0)
• Reconvened into open session (7-0)
• Adjourned the meeting (7-0)

Building Board

The Fox Point Building Board will review and vote on 10 proposed residential projects, including new homes, garages, and additions. The agenda also includes approval of the previous meeting's minutes. The meeting is open to the public and will be held in person and via Zoom.

• Vicki Johnson, 169 E Willow Rd, proposed detached garage
• Thomas Eling, 7405 N Seneca Rd, proposed pergola
• Evan Arnold, 8580 N Point Dr, proposed storage shed
• Ted Fine, 401 E Green Tree Rd, proposed attached garage
• Andrew Kadrich, 7966 N Beach Dr, proposed single family home

Village Board

The Fox Point Village Board will hold a public hearing on a conditional use permit for Fully Promoted at 8687 N Port Washington Road, then consider a consent agenda with multiple contracts and purchases. New business includes presentations on the Lake Drive improvements, the FY 2022 audit, and a library fundraising update, with possible actions on design contracts.

• Public hearing: Conditional Use Permit for Carmen M., LLC d/b/a Fully Promoted at 8687 N Port Washington Road – Unit 11
• Consent agenda: Accept Munson, Inc. quote up to $101,229 for water main restoration and roadway patches
• Consent agenda: Approve $267,159.50 purchase of rear-load packer from RNOW, Inc.
• Consent agenda: Approve $90,000 for two GO-4 Refuse Haulers from EJ Equipment, Inc.
• New business: Lake Drive project update and possible action on stormwater, water main, and road improvements

The Fox Point Village Board approved a contract with Kapur & Associates for stormwater improvements on Holly Court and Lake Drive, and accepted the FY 2022 audit. The board also approved a consent agenda covering licenses, permits, contracts, and payments. No action was taken on the Lake Drive project update or the Beach Drive jetty project, which were presented for discussion only.

• Approved stormwater improvements contract with Kapur & Associates (7-0)
• Accepted FY 2022 Village of Fox Point audit (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda including licenses, permits, contracts, and payments (7-0)
• Referred Congregation Sinai lighting application to Joint Plan Commission and Building Board (7-0)

Board of Review

The Fox Point Board of Review convenes in person and remotely to open its statutorily required 45-day assessment review window. No substantive decisions or public hearings are listed on this procedural agenda.

The Fox Point Board of Review held a brief organizational meeting on June 8, 2023, with all seven members present. No substantive decisions were made; the board unanimously voted to adjourn to a date certain of October 18, 2023, at 5:00 p.m., pending completion of the village assessment roll.

• Adjourned to October 18, 2023, at 5:00 p.m. (7-0)

Plan Commission

The Village of Fox Point Plan Commission meeting scheduled for June 5, 2023, has been cancelled due to lack of business. The next regular Plan Commission meeting is scheduled for Monday, July 3rd, 2023.

• Meeting cancelled due to lack of business
• Next regular meeting scheduled for July 3, 2023

Sex Offender Residence Board

The Fox Point Sex Offender Residence Board meeting scheduled for June 1, 2023, was cancelled because there was no business to conduct. The next meeting will be scheduled only if case submittals are received.

Audit Committee

The Fox Point Audit Committee will meet to approve prior meeting minutes and discuss the draft FY 2022 village audit, with possible action. The audit report from Baker Tilly highlights material weaknesses in internal controls, including inadequate segregation of duties and missing key controls over utility billing and financial reporting. The committee may recommend the audit to the Village Board.

• Discussion of FY 2022 draft village audit
• Material weakness: inadequate segregation of duties
• Material weakness: missing key controls over utility billing
• Material weakness: financial statement close process
• Approval of June 7, 2022 meeting minutes

Board of Appeals

The Fox Point Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on Case 2022-05, a request for a special exception to install a new four-foot-six-inch-high powder coated aluminum driveway gate with fieldstone pillars forward of the frontline of the home at 7250 N Beach Drive. The board will also approve minutes from the March 22, 2023 meeting. The agenda includes only this one substantive case and routine procedural items.

• Special exception request for driveway gate and pillars at 7250 N Beach Drive
• Approval of minutes from March 22, 2023 meeting
• Case cited under Fox Point Code sections 745-7 B.(3)(h)[2] and 745-7 B.(3)(j)

The Fox Point Board of Appeals denied a special exception for a driveway gate and fieldstone pillars at 7250 N Beach Drive. The motion failed on a 2-2 roll call vote, with Chair Filsinger and Member Dunst voting nay. The board also determined the pillars would require a variance, not a special exception, due to setback requirements.

• Approved minutes of March 22, 2023 meeting (unanimous)
• Denied special exception for driveway gate and pillars at 7250 N Beach Drive (2-2 vote failed)
• Adjourned meeting at 5:51 p.m. (unanimous)

Building Board

The Fox Point Building Board will meet to review and vote on seven residential construction proposals, including a new in-ground pool, several garage additions, and home renovations. The board will also approve minutes from the previous meeting. No other significant actions are on the agenda.

• Proposed in-ground pool and open area modification at 7700 N Club Cir (Mr. Olin)
• Proposed patio door replaced by window at 8320 N Whitney Rd (Justin Sartler)
• Proposed kitchen & mudroom with two casement windows and new patio door at 1351 E Bywater Ln
• Proposed attached garage at 130 W Bradley Rd (Alex Godfrey)
• Proposed attached garage at 7363 N Navajo Rd (Geoff Daley)

Tree Commission

The Fox Point Tree Commission will review updates on private property tree retention alternatives, including possible changes to local tree-cutting and clear-cutting ordinances, and further discussion on reducing pesticide usage. The meeting will also cover the forester’s activities, planned landscape enhancements at public sites, and community engagement ideas like the Fourth of July parade.

• Discussion of modifications to Chapter 285-11 (Restrictions on Cutting)
• Potential repeal of Chapter 310-20 to 23 (Clear-Cutting)
• Further discussion on Reduction of Pesticide Usage
• Planned Landscape Enhancements at Two Village Public Sites
• Spring 2023 Tree Planting and Arbor Day 2023 Review

Village Board

The Village Board will hold a public hearing and consider zoning approval for Fox Point Bayside School's window and door replacement, and may act on a $2.5 million borrowing resolution. It will also consider a 5% increase in Health Department fees, recycling contract options, and several consent agenda items including a $39,500 tree treatment contract and a $664,214.97 bill payment.

• Public hearing and possible approval of Fox Point Bayside School window/door replacement
• Initial resolution to borrow up to $2,525,000 for general obligation promissory notes
• Consideration of 5% increase in North Shore Health Department program fees
• Approval of $39,500 contract with Crawford Tree & Landscape for emerald ash borer treatment
• Approval of $664,214.97 in bills for April 2023

The Fox Point Village Board approved a $1.84 million general obligation borrowing, directed staff to plan for the Village to take over recycling collection by January 1, 2024, and granted zoning approval for Fox Point Bayside School's window and door replacement. The board also approved a 5% increase in North Shore Health Department fees and confirmed the Village's obligation to contribute to the North Shore Fire Department's debt service. All votes were 7-0.

• Approved $1.84M general obligation promissory notes, Series 2023B (7-0)
• Directed staff to proceed with recycling collection takeover planning for Jan 1, 2024 (7-0)
• Granted F-Institutional District zoning approval for Fox Point Bayside School window/door replacement (7-0)
• Approved 5% increase in North Shore Health Department program fees (7-0)
• Adopted resolution confirming obligation to contribute to North Shore Fire Department debt service (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda items including $39,500 emerald ash borer treatment contract (7-0)
• Approved payment of bills totaling $664,214.97 for April 2023 (7-0)
• Adopted commendation resolutions for former Village President Douglas H. Frazer and former Plan Commissioner John Crichton (7-0)

Plan Commission

The Fox Point Plan Commission and Building Board will meet to discuss two items: a proposal to replace exterior windows at Stormonth Elementary School located at 7301 N Longacre Road, and a conditional use permit application by Carmen M., LLC dba Fully Promoted for a printing and embroidery business at 8687 N Port Washington Road, Unit 11. The board may refer the school window project to the Village Board and will make a recommendation on the conditional use permit.

• Consideration of exterior window replacement for Stormonth Elementary School, 7301 N Longacre Road
• Review and recommendation on conditional use permit for Fully Promoted (embroidery/screen printing) at 8687 N Port Washington Road, Unit 11

The Fox Point Plan Commission and Building Board held a joint meeting on May 1, 2023, and made two recommendations to the Village Board. They unanimously recommended approval of exterior window replacement for Stormonth Elementary School, finding it met ordinance standards. They also unanimously recommended approval of a conditional use permit for Carmen M., LLC dba Fully Promoted, with a modification removing a stated employee count.

• Approved minutes of April 3, 2023 Plan Commission meeting (4-0, President Symchych abstaining)
• Recommended Village Board approve exterior window replacement for Stormonth Elementary School, 7301 N Longacre Rd (5-0)
• Recommended Village Board approve conditional use permit for Carmen M., LLC dba Fully Promoted, with deleted language on employee count (5-0)

Building Board

The Fox Point Building Board will hold a regular meeting to review and decide on five residential building proposals, including a gazebo resubmittal, a sunroom rebuild, a garage roof and entry project, a solar panel system, and an inground pool. The board will also approve minutes from the previous meeting. All items are for discussion and potential approval.

• Dino Zucchi, 7619 N Beach Dr, resubmittal of proposed gazebo
• Dan Hurth, 304 E School Rd, proposed rebuild sunroom
• Jay Schmidt, 7705 N Lake Dr, proposed gabled front entry, seat wall, and new roof on garage
• Jennie Stolz, 175 W Blackhawk Rd, proposed PV system
• Cathy Conway, 240 W Dunwood Rd, proposed inground pool

Village Board

The Fox Point Village Board will hold a public hearing and consider a request from 1840 Brewing for a temporary beer garden at Longacre Park on two dates, and discuss a proposed Cultural Overlay District for the Mary Nohl House properties. The board will also act on a consent agenda including contracts, an ordinance update, and bill payments, plus several other items.

• Public hearing and possible action on 1840 Brewing temporary beer garden at Longacre Park
• Discussion and possible adoption of Cultural Overlay District for 7254 and 7328 North Beach Drive (Mary Nohl House)
• Accept quote of $24,749 from Laubenstein, Inc. for Longacre Pavilion roof repairs
• Accept quote of $1,455 per week from Horizon Commercial Pools for summer maintenance
• Approve bills totaling $933,850.85 for March 2023

The Village Board approved a zoning designation and deed restrictions for the Mary Nohl House. The board also authorized several maintenance contracts and approved a temporary beer garden at Longacre Park.

• Approved Cultural Overlay District for 7254 and 7328 North Beach Drive (6-1)
• Approved 1840 Brewing temporary beer garden at Longacre Park (7-0)
• Approved $24,749 roof repair contract for Longacre Pavilion (7-0)
• Approved $1,455 per week maintenance contract for Horizon Commercial Pools (7-0)
• Approved $12,976 change order for Lake Drive water main work (7-0)
• Adopted resolution requesting legislation to remove restrictive covenants from deeds (7-0)
• Referred Fox Point Bayside School F-Institutional District application to Joint Plan Commission and Building Board (7-0)
• Approved $933,850.85 in bill payments for March 2023 (7-0)

Plan Commission

The Fox Point Plan Commission and Building Board will meet to discuss a request from 1840 Brewing for a temporary beer garden at Longacre Park on June 9 and September 29, 2023. The commission may recommend approval to the Village Board, which would allow the brewery to host two outdoor events with live music, food trucks, and beer service.

• Temporary beer garden at Longacre Park on June 9 and September 29, 2023
• Live music, food trucks, and family-friendly activities proposed
• $1 million insurance policy for event safety
• Rental fee for pavilion and potential additional DPW fees
• Beer service from 8-tap trailer with trained staff and ID checks

The Fox Point Plan Commission held a joint meeting with the Building Board on April 3, 2023. The Commission recommended the Village Board approve a temporary beer garden for 1840 Brewing at Longacre Park on two specified dates, subject to the applicant taking reasonable steps to mitigate music effects on neighboring residences. The Commission also approved the minutes from the March 6, 2023 meeting.

• Recommended Village Board approval of temporary beer garden for 1840 Brewing at Longacre Park (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of March 6, 2023 Plan Commission meeting (5-0, Frazer and Fonstad abstaining)

Board of Police Commissioners

The Fox Point Board of Police Commissioners will meet to approve prior minutes, enter closed session to review applications and interview candidates for a Police Officer position, and potentially act on those closed-session items. The board will also hear an update from the Police Chief, including a presentation of the Police Department Annual Report.

• Closed session under Wis. Stat. §19.85(1)(c) to consider employment data for Police Officer position
• Interviews for Police Officer per Wis. Stat. §62.13(4) and Fox Point Village Code 112-16(b)
• Possible action on closed-session items after reconvening
• Police Chief to present Police Department Annual Report

The Board of Police Commissioners met to review candidates for a Police Officer position. The commission approved offering the position to William Bonebrake, pending background, psychological, and medical evaluations.

• Approved December 13, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved offering Police Officer position to William Bonebrake (unanimous)
• Tabled Annual Report and department status update

Board of Appeals

The Fox Point Board of Appeals will hear three property-variance requests: two rear-yard setback variances for new garages at 7363 N Navajo Rd and 130 W Bradley Rd, and a special-exception request to install an 8-foot privacy fence at 7411 N Santa Monica Blvd. The board will also consider a postponed sign-permit appeal for 8643 N Port Washington Rd.

• Case 2023-01: 7363 N Navajo Rd — rear-yard setback variance for new garage
• Case 2023-03: 130 W Bradley Rd — rear-yard setback variance for new 2-car garage
• Case 2022-13: 7411 N Santa Monica Blvd — special exception for 8-foot privacy fence
• Case 2022-02: 7607 N Lake Drive — special exception for 3.5-foot ornamental aluminum fence
• Case 2022-12: 8643 N Port Washington Rd — postponed sign-permit appeal

Village Board

The Fox Point Village Board will hold public hearings and consider conditional use permits for Paris Nails & Spa (The Nail Bar) at 8667 N Port Washington Road and T-Mobile at 8793 N Port Washington Road. The board will also consider a resolution to sell $4,350,000 in general obligation promissory notes, a temporary beer garden request from 1840 Brewing at Longacre Park, and a proposal for stormwater improvements. Several contracts and change orders are on the consent agenda.

• Public hearings and possible approval of conditional use permits for Paris Nails & Spa and T-Mobile
• Resolution to sell $4,350,000 General Obligation Promissory Notes, Series 2023A
• Request from 1840 Brewing for a temporary beer garden at Longacre Park on two dates
• Accept bid of $250,673.75 from Visu-Sewer for 2023 sanitary sewer rehabilitation
• Accept bid of $132,777 from Munson for tennis/pickleball court rehabilitation

The Fox Point Village Board unanimously approved the consent agenda, which included conditional use permits for The Nail Bar and T-Mobile, bids for court and sewer projects, and payment of bills. The board also adopted a resolution to sell $4.35 million in general obligation promissory notes and approved a stormwater design proposal. A request from 1840 Brewing for a temporary beer garden was referred to a joint meeting.

• Approved consent agenda including CUP for The Nail Bar and T-Mobile (7-0)
• Adopted resolution awarding sale of $4,350,000 GO promissory notes (7-0)
• Approved Kapur & Associates stormwater design proposal for Projects 1 and 3 (7-0)
• Adopted resolution supporting smart crosswalks on Lake Drive (7-0)
• Referred 1840 Brewing beer garden request to Plan Commission and Building Board (7-0)

Building Board

The Fox Point Building Board will hold its regular meeting on March 8, 2023, at 5:00 p.m. in Schwemer Hall. The board will review six new construction proposals, including a single-family home and accessory structures such as gazebos, sheds, and roof replacements. No major decisions are scheduled; the board will discuss and potentially approve these proposals.

• Dino Zucchi: Gazebo at 7619 N Beach Dr
• Terry Pace: Addition and open area modification at 8609 N Manor Ln
• Jim Salinsky: Shed at 6423 N Santa Monica Blvd
• Jay Schmidt: Roof replacement at 7705 N Lake Dr
• Andrew Kadrich: Single-family home at 7966 N Beach Dr

Plan Commission

The Fox Point Plan Commission will discuss and make recommendations on two conditional use permits: a nail salon at 8667 N Port Washington Road and a T-Mobile retail store at 8793 N Port Washington Road. They will also consider a Cultural Overlay District zoning designation for the Mary Nohl House properties at 7254 and 7328 North Beach Drive. The meeting includes approval of prior minutes and is open to the public in person or via Zoom.

• Conditional use permit for Paris Nails & Spa, LLC dba The Nail Bar at 8667 N Port Washington Road
• Conditional use permit for T-Mobile Central, LLC dba T-Mobile at 8793 N Port Washington Road
• Cultural Overlay District zoning application for Mary Nohl House at 7254 and 7328 North Beach Drive
• Approval of minutes from January 3, 2023 Plan Commission meeting

The Plan Commission recommended that the Village Board approve conditional use permits for businesses at 8667 and 8793 N Port Washington Road. Additionally, the Commission recommended approval for a Cultural Overlay District zoning designation for properties at 7254 and 7328 North Beach Drive.

• Approved January 3, 2023 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Recommended approval of conditional use permit for Paris Nails & Spa (7-0)
• Recommended approval of conditional use permit for T-Mobile (7-0)
• Recommended approval of Cultural Overlay District for 7254/7328 N Beach Dr (3-2)

Sex Offender Residence Board

The Fox Point Sex Offender Residence Board will hold a public hearing on a petition from Jerome Fredrick Kuter for an exemption to residence restrictions to live at 425 W Bradley Road. The board may enter closed session to review medical and treatment history, then reconvene to deliberate and possibly vote. The agenda also includes routine items: selecting an acting chair and approving prior minutes.

• Petition Case 2023-01: Jerome Fredrick Kuter requests exemption to reside at 425 W Bradley Road
• Closed session under Wis. Stats. §19.85(1)(f) for medical and treatment history
• Closed session under Wis. Stats. §19.85(1)(a) for deliberation
• Approval of February 13, 2023 Residence Board minutes

Village Board

The Fox Point Village Board will hold a public hearing and consider an ordinance to increase the allowed height of arbors from 8'7" to 10 feet. The board will also vote on a consent agenda that includes a $1,485,316 contract for the 2023 Water Main Improvement Project on Beach Drive, a $57,630 truck purchase, and other routine approvals. Additionally, they will receive updated construction estimates for the aquatic center and recognize a retiring police investigator.

• Public hearing and ordinance to increase allowed arbor height to 10 feet (Chapter 745-7(3)(h))
• Accept $1,485,316 bid from MJ Construction for 2023 Water Main Improvement Project on Beach Drive
• Accept $57,630 quote from Badger Truck and Auto Group for a new pickup truck with plow and accessories
• Approve two Green Infrastructure Ten-Year Maintenance Covenants with Milwaukee Metropolitan Sewerage District for bioswales
• Approve payment of bills totaling $1,079,680.96 for January 2022

The Village Board unanimously adopted an ordinance increasing the allowed height of arbors to 10 feet, as recommended by the Plan Commission. The board also approved a consent agenda that included a $1.48 million water main improvement contract, a $57,630 pickup truck purchase, and a $22,423 spring tree order. A resolution recognizing Police Investigator Michelle M. Wichman's service was also adopted. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included a presentation on updated aquatics construction estimates.

• Adopted ordinance increasing allowed arbor height to 10 feet (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda including $1,485,316 water main contract for Beach Drive (7-0)
• Approved $57,630 pickup truck purchase from Badger Truck and Auto Group (7-0)
• Approved $22,423 spring tree order from multiple vendors (7-0)
• Approved $62,000 inspection services amendment with MSA Professional Services (7-0)
• Approved $1,079,680.96 in bills for January 2022 (7-0)
• Adopted resolution recognizing service of Police Investigator Michelle M. Wichman (7-0)

Sex Offender Residence Board

The Fox Point Sex Offender Residence Board is meeting to select an acting chair and receive training from the Village Attorney on the board's duties and responsibilities. The agenda includes no public hearings or decisions on specific exemption petitions. The meeting is largely procedural, focused on board education.

• Selection of Acting Chair
• Training by Village Attorney on board duties and responsibilities
• Meeting held at Schwemer Hall, 7200 N. Santa Monica Blvd., Fox Point, WI

Building Board

The Fox Point Building Board will meet on February 8, 2023, to review two proposed residential projects. The board will discuss and potentially approve a rear window resize at 7617 N Bell Rd and a larger renovation at 6424 N Lake Dr involving kitchen, hall, window, sunroom, and bath work. The meeting also includes roll call, approval of previous minutes, and adjournment.

• Dave Friedlen, 7617 N Bell Rd: proposed resize of rear window
• Jay Wigdale, 6424 N Lake Dr: proposed kitchen & back hall, window, sunroom, and bath renovation
• Approval of minutes from January 11, 2023 Building Board meeting
• Meeting held via Zoom and in person at Schwemer Hall, 7200 N Santa Monica Blvd

Village Board

The Fox Point Village Board will hold a special meeting to consider two items: appointing Robert Featherston to the Sex Offender Residence Board and approving a contract change order for the Port Washington Road water main relay. The meeting is open to the public in person or via Zoom.

• Appointment of Robert Featherston to the Sex Offender Residence Board for a term of 1, 3, or 5 years
• Consideration of Contract Change Order No. 1 with Mid City Corporation for the Port Washington Road water main relay, amending insurance requirements

The Fox Point Village Board held a special meeting and approved two items. Robert Fetherston was appointed to the Sex Offender Residence Board for a 1-year term. The board also approved Contract Change Order No. 1 to the Mid City Corporation contract for the Port Washington Road Water Main Relay.

• Appointed Robert Fetherston to Sex Offender Residence Board for 1-year term (6-0)
• Approved Contract Change Order No. 1 to Mid City Corporation contract for Port Washington Road Water Main Relay (6-0)

Village Board

The Plan Commission and Village Board will continue a public hearing regarding a rezoning application. The hearing is for Creation and Preservation Partners, Inc. to add a Cultural Overlay District zoning designation to specific properties.

• Public hearing for Cultural Overlay District zoning at 7254 and 7328 North Beach Drive
• Rezoning application by Creation and Preservation Partners, Inc.

The Village Board and Plan Commission held a joint public hearing continuation to gather public comments regarding an application from Creation and Preservation Partners, Inc. to add a Cultural Overlay District zoning designation to the Mary Nohl House properties at 7254 and 7328 North Beach Drive. Numerous residents spoke both in support of and in opposition to the zoning change and potential commercialization or parking changes. The boards voted unanimously to close the oral portion of the hearing and keep the written comment period open until February 20, 2023.

• Closed the oral portion of the public hearing (12-0)
• Kept the public hearing open for written comments through February 20, 2023 at 11:59 p.m. (12-0)

Tree Commission

The Fox Point Tree Commission will discuss a draft ordinance modifying restrictions on cutting high-value trees and potentially repealing clear-cutting regulations. They will also review pesticide reduction efforts, community engagement ideas, and the forester's activities update.

• Discussion of modifications to Chapter 285-11 (Restrictions on Cutting)
• Potential repeal of Chapter 310-20 to 23 (Clear-Cutting)
• Discussion on reduction of pesticide usage
• Forester's activities update including Spring 2023 tree planting and Arbor Day 2023
• 2022 Forestry Activities Annual Report

The Commission deferred consideration of ordinances regarding the cutting and clear-cutting of high-value trees. Members discussed using stormwater utility fees as incentives for tree retention and reviewed the 2022 Forestry Annual Activities Report.

• Approved minutes of the October 13, 2022, meeting
• Deferred consideration of Chapter 285-11 and Chapters 310-20 and 23 pending report on stormwater utility fees

Village Board

The Village Board is considering a rezoning petition from Creation and Preservation Partners, Inc. (CAPP) to establish a Cultural Overlay District for properties at 7254 and 7328 North Beach Drive, which include the former residence of artist Mary Nohl. The proposal aims to preserve the house and artwork collection, with limited public access and potential future construction of an auxiliary building. The board will review the application, which includes a $300 fee and a request for advance notice of fees over $5,000.

• Rezoning petition to create Cultural Overlay District under Village Code §745-22 for 7254 and 7328 North Beach Drive
• Application fee of $300 paid by CAPP
• Potential future auxiliary building up to 4,000 sq ft and storage shed (15x15 ft) on the property
• Property not open to general public; visits limited to invited scholars, educators, and school groups
• Up to two special events allowed per year on the property

The Fox Point Village Board and Plan Commission held a joint public hearing on Creation and Preservation Partners, Inc.'s application to add a Cultural Overlay District zoning designation to the Mary Nohl House property at 7254 and 7328 North Beach Drive. No action was taken; the hearing was adjourned to February 6, 2023, at 7:00 p.m. due to Zoom technical difficulties. Public comment was heard from both supporters and opponents.

• Opened public hearing on Cultural Overlay District application (12-0)
• Adjourned public hearing to February 6, 2023 at 7:00 p.m. due to technical difficulties

Board of Appeals

The Fox Point Board of Appeals meeting scheduled for January 25, 2023, was cancelled because no business was pending. The next meeting is set for March 22, 2023, at 5:00 p.m. at Schwemer Hall in the Municipal Building.

Building Board

The Fox Point Building Board will review three proposed residential projects: a resubmitted single-family house with detached garage and open area modification at 7938 N Beach Dr, a bathroom and family room remodel at 999 E Churchill Ln, and an addition at 7125 N Lombardy Rd. The board will also approve minutes from the December 14, 2022 meeting. The agenda includes no other substantive items.

• Resubmittal of single-family house with detached garage and open area modification at 7938 N Beach Dr (Byron Vielehr)
• Proposed bathroom and family room remodel at 999 E Churchill Ln (Time Nettesheim)
• Proposed addition at 7125 N Lombardy Rd (Janet Resnick)
• Approval of minutes from December 14, 2022 Building Board meeting

Village Board

The Fox Point Village Board will meet on January 10, 2023, to consider several items, including a $4.35 million borrowing resolution for the Lake revetment project, a presentation on a joint policing study, and potential enforcement action against a property owner. The board will also vote on a consent agenda that includes a $178,995 wheel loader purchase and approval of bills totaling $849,283.11.

• Consideration of Initial Borrowing Resolution for $4,350,000 for General Obligation Promissory Notes, Series 2023A (Lake revetment project)
• Potential enforcement action against Melinda B Wagner, 7515 N Boyd Way, for alleged property maintenance violations
• Approve Dish Wireless minor modification to wireless facility at 8615 N Port Washington Road
• Approve quote of Brooks Tractor Inc for $178,995 for a John Deere wheel loader plus $1,005 for graphics
• Approve payment of bills in the amount of $849,283.11 for December 2022

The Village Board approved a resolution to borrow up to $4.35 million for a lake revetment project and increased the Village Manager's salary. The Board also rejected a proposed WE Energies easement and approved several equipment and bill payments via a consent agenda.

• Authorized borrowing up to $4,350,000 for lake revetment project (6-1)
• Rejected proposed WE Energies easement through North Shore Water Commission property (5-1-1)
• Approved $179,999.95 for John Deere wheel loader and graphics (7-0)
• Approved $849,283.11 in bill payments for December 2022 (7-0)
• Approved Dish Wireless application for antenna modification at 8615 N Port Washington Road (7-0)
• Increased Village Manager's compensation to $145,000 per annum (7-0)
• Designated May 6, 2023, as International Migratory Bird Day (7-0)
• Confirmed Elizabeth Aelion as Chair of Water/Sewer Utility Committee and member of Finance and Audit Committees (7-0)

Plan Commission

The Fox Point Plan Commission will discuss two items: a proposed minor modification to an existing wireless facility at 8615 N Port Washington Road and a potential increase to the maximum allowed height of arbors from 8’7” to 10 feet. Both items may result in recommendations to the Village Board.

• Minor modification to wireless facility at 8615 N Port Washington Road
• Increase arbor height limit from 8’7” to 10 feet under Chapter 745-7(3)(h)
• DISH Wireless LLC application for co-location under FCC Section 6409

The Fox Point Plan Commission approved the minutes of its November 7, 2022 meeting and recommended that the Village Board approve a minor modification to the existing wireless facility at 8615 N Port Washington Road. It also recommended the Village Board change the fence/arbor ordinance to increase the maximum arbor height from 8'7" to 10 feet, subject to board findings. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved minutes of November 7, 2022 Plan Commission meeting (unanimous)
• Recommended Village Board approve minor modification to wireless facility at 8615 N Port Washington Road (unanimous)
• Recommended Village Board change fence/arbor ordinance to increase arbor height from 8'7" to 10 feet (unanimous)