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)

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

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

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

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)

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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.

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)

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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