Fox Point public meetings in 2025

Building Board

The Fox Point Building Board will meet virtually on December 10, 2025, to review seven property proposals including new driveways, fences, additions, window changes, sunrooms, and a single-family house. The board will also discuss and approve minutes from the November 12, 2025 meeting.

• 6801 N Yates Rd, resubmittal of driveway gate
• 1572 E Goodrich Ln, proposed fence
• 6918 N Belmont Ln, proposed addition
• 7230 N Longacre Rd, proposed window change
• 7520 N Links Way, proposed sunroom

Village Board

The Fox Point Village Board will meet on December 9, 2025, to hold public hearings on several conditional use permits, a rezoning ordinance, and a resolution to consolidate polling locations. The meeting will also include committee reports, a consent agenda with bill payments and appointments, and discussions on unfinished and new business, including a village manager recruitment update.

• Public hearing on rezoning 8000 N Port Washington Rd to add Port Washington Overlay District for a brewery/taproom
• Public hearing on conditional use permit for Acquisitions LLC retail consignment shop at Riverpoint Shopping Center, 8643 N Port Washington Rd
• Public hearing on conditional use permit for WCL Construction trade office and storage at 8035 N Port Washington Rd
• Public hearing on F Institutional District use for Destin’s Childcare and Learning Academy at 8223 N Port Washington Rd
• Public hearing on resolution to consolidate polling locations into Longacre Pavilion

The Village Board approved a rezoning to allow a brewery/taproom at 8000 N Port Washington Rd, with outdoor music prohibited after 10 PM. It also approved conditional use permits for a consignment shop, a trade office, and a daycare center. The board postponed a decision on consolidating polling locations until January 13, 2026. In closed session, the board granted a conditional use order for pickleball courts at The Town Club, subject to a settlement agreement.

• Adopted ordinance to rezone 8000 N Port Washington Rd for brewery/taproom, with outdoor music prohibited after 10 PM (7-0)
• Approved conditional use permit for Acquisitions LLC retail consignment shop at 8643 N Port Washington Rd (7-0)
• Approved conditional use permit for WCL Construction trade office/storage at 8035 N Port Washington Rd (7-0)
• Approved F Institutional District use for Destin's Childcare daycare at 8223 N Port Washington Rd, hours 6 AM-6 PM (7-0)
• Postponed resolution to consolidate polling locations to Longacre Pavilion until 1/13/2026 (7-0)
• Granted conditional use order for pickleball courts at The Town Club, with settlement agreement (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda including $418,291.05 in bills and $55,000 forestry contract (7-0)
• Adopted ordinance amending Chapter 63 of Municipal Code (7-0)

Village Board

The Fox Point Village Board will hold a public hearing and vote on adopting the 2026 Village Budget, including the General Fund ($8.08M), utility budgets, and tax levies. The meeting will also discuss imposing delinquent water and sewer charges on the tax roll.

• Adopt 2026 General Fund Budget: $8,080,015
• Levy 2026 taxes: $8,197,104
• Impose delinquent water/sewer charges: $143,346.09
• Public hearing on proposed 2026 Village Budget
• Adopt 2026 Water Utility Budget: $2,633,328

Plan Commission

The Fox Point Plan Commission will review four conditional use permit applications for new businesses and a daycare center at locations along N Port Washington Rd. The meeting will also include routine procedural items such as approving minutes and adjourning.

• Conditional Use Permit for Acquisitions LLC retail consignment shop at Riverpoint Shopping Center, 8643 N Port Washington Rd.
• Conditional Use Permit for WCL Construction trade office and indoor storage at 8035 N Port Washington Rd.
• F Institutional District Use Application for Destin’s Childcare and Learning Academy LLC daycare at 8223 N Port Washington Rd.
• Port Washington Overlay zoning application for John Degroote brewery/taproom at 8000 N Port Washington Rd.

The Fox Point Plan Commission unanimously recommended the Village Board approve conditional use permits for a retail consignment shop at Riverpoint Shopping Center and for WCL Construction at 8035 N Port Washington Rd., as well as an institutional district use for Destin's Childcare and Learning Academy at 8223 N Port Washington Rd. The commission also recommended approval of a Port Washington Overlay zoning district application for a brewery/taproom concept at 8000 N Port Washington Rd., with conditions. All votes were 7-0 except the brewery/taproom, which was 6-0 after Commissioner Craig recused himself.

• Approved minutes of September 2, 2025 meeting (7-0)
• Recommended approval of conditional use permit for Acquisitions LLC retail consignment shop at 8643 N Port Washington Rd. (7-0)
• Recommended approval of conditional use permit for WCL Construction at 8035 N Port Washington Rd. with eight conditions (7-0)
• Recommended approval of institutional district use for Destin's Childcare and Learning Academy daycare at 8223 N Port Washington Rd. (7-0)
• Recommended approval of Port Washington Overlay zoning for brewery/taproom at 8000 N Port Washington Rd. with conditions (6-0)

Board of Appeals

The Fox Point Board of Appeals will meet on November 19, 2025, to consider three cases: a special exception for a corner lot and 6-foot fencing at 1572 E Goodrich Ln, a special exception for a 42-inch stone wall in the street yard setback at 1081 E Thorne Ln, and a variance to allow a porch addition 62.4 feet from the right-of-way centerline instead of the required 75 feet at 402 E Calumet Rd. The board will also approve minutes from the September 24, 2025 meeting and suspend its rules to hold the meeting on November 19 instead of November 26.

• Case 2025-10: Special exception for corner lot yard determination and 6ft fencing at 1572 E Goodrich Ln
• Case 2025-011: Special exception for 42” stone wall within street yard setback at 1081 E Thorne Ln
• Case 2025-12: Variance for porch addition 62.4 ft from right-of-way centerline (required 75 ft, variance of 12.6 ft) at 402 E Calumet Rd
• Approval of minutes from September 24, 2025 meeting
• Suspension of rules to hold meeting on November 19 instead of November 26

Village Board

The Fox Point Village Board will meet to discuss recruitment updates for the Village Manager and Interim Clerk/Treasurer positions, including qualifications, experience, and compensation parameters. The board may also take action on litigation strategy regarding a Milwaukee County Circuit Court case involving the Town Club, which could include a Conditional Use Permit decision.

• Village Manager recruitment update and discussion on qualifications, experience, and compensation
• Interim Clerk/Treasurer recruitment update and discussion on compensation and availability
• Closed session to confer with legal counsel on litigation strategy for 'The Town Club v. Village of Fox Point' case
• Potential action on Conditional Use Permit for the Town Club during open session
• Hybrid meeting format with in-person and remote attendance options

The Fox Point Village Board met on November 18, 2025, and heard a presentation from Innovative Public Advisors on the village manager recruitment process, discussing job description and salary parameters, but took no formal action. The board also discussed whether to recruit for an interim or permanent clerk/treasurer, with no formal action taken. The board convened into closed session to confer with legal counsel regarding litigation in 'The Town Club v. Village of Fox Point' and reconvened into open session before adjourning.

• Heard presentation on village manager recruitment, no action taken
• Discussed interim vs. permanent clerk/treasurer, no action taken
• Approved closed session motion (7-0) to discuss litigation strategy
• Approved reconvening into open session (6-0)
• Approved adjournment (6-0)

Building Board

The Fox Point Building Board will meet virtually on November 12, 2025, to review three proposed construction projects: a detached garage, a dry stack wall, and a driveway gate resubmission. The board will also approve minutes from the October 8 meeting. No other substantive actions are listed.

• Steve Crooks, 7225 N Santa Monica Blvd, proposed detached garage
• Lee Riordan, 1081 E Thorne Ln, proposed dry stack wall
• Cardinal Academy, Inc, 6801 N Yates Rd, resubmittal of driveway gate
• Approval of October 8, 2025 meeting minutes

Village Board

The Fox Point Village Board will meet to discuss a pending conditional use permit for pickleball operations at the Town Club, which has been tied up in litigation, and a zoning request from New Barons Brewing Cooperative to establish a brewery with taproom operations at 8000 N Port Washington Road. The board will also address routine items such as contract approvals, payments, and a closed session regarding ongoing litigation.

• Conditional Use Permit reconsideration for Town Club pickleball operations (litigation pending)
• Referral of Port Washington Overlay Zoning District request by New Barons Brewing Cooperative at 8000 N Port Washington Road
• Change Order No.1 for Wachtel Tree Science forestry work up to $2,000
• Change Order No.3 for Beach Drive Jetties Repair project up to $12,375
• Payment of bills totaling $2,110,072.11 for October 2025

Plan Commission

The Fox Point Plan Commission meeting scheduled for November 3, 2025, was cancelled because there was no business to conduct. The next regular meeting is set for December 1, 2025.

Centennial Committee

The Centennial Committee will meet virtually to discuss upcoming Centennial events in February, June, and Fall 2026, as well as volunteer recruitment and sponsorships. The agenda includes approval of minutes from the May 1, 2025 meeting. No formal action is expected beyond the minutes approval.

• Discussion of February 2026 Centennial Event
• Discussion of June 2026 Centennial Event
• Discussion of Fall 2026 Centennial Event
• Discussion of Centennial Event Volunteers
• Discussion of Centennial Sponsorships

Village Board

The Fox Point Village Board will hold a budget workshop to review the proposed 2026 executive budget, which includes a 4.06% increase in the total tax levy and a 3.1% increase in the tax rate. The board will also consider appointing Sara Bruckman as a casual part-time Village Clerk. The meeting is largely procedural, with the budget discussion being the main substantive item.

• Appointment of Sara Bruckman to Village Clerk (casual part-time)
• 2026 proposed tax levy increase of $320,138 (4.06%) to $8,197,104
• 2026 tax rate proposed at $5.086 per $1,000 assessed value (up 3.1%)
• General Fund expenditures proposed at $8,040,422 (up 4.51%)
• Debt Service Fund expenditures proposed at $2,446,931 (up 12.36%)

The Village Board unanimously appointed Sara Bruckman to serve as Village Clerk as a casual part-time employee until her final resignation is submitted. The board also held a budget workshop to review and discuss the proposed FY 2026 budget, but no formal action was taken on the budget. The meeting adjourned at 7:27 p.m.

• Appointed Sara Bruckman as casual part-time Village Clerk (6-0)
• Held budget workshop for FY 2026 proposed budget (discussion only)

Village Board

The Fox Point Village Board is holding a special meeting to hear presentations from five consultant firms for the interim village manager/village manager search. The board may select a firm, appoint an interim village manager, and discuss the process for hiring a new Village Clerk/Treasurer, with possible closed sessions for personnel matters.

• Presentations from Public Administration Associates LLC, Strategic Government Resources, Innovative Public Advisors, McMahon, and MGT
• Possible selection of a hiring consultant firm
• Possible appointment of an Interim Village Manager
• Consideration of process for filling Village Clerk/Treasurer role
• Closed sessions under Wis. Stat. 19.85(1)(c) for personnel discussions

The Village Board heard presentations from five consultant firms for the interim village manager/village manager search, then held a closed session to discuss hiring. In open session, the board voted 6-0 to authorize the Village President, Acting Village Manager, and Village Attorney to proceed as discussed in closed session, which included selecting a consultant firm and appointing an interim village manager. No action was taken on filling the role of Village Clerk/Treasurer.

• Authorized proceeding with consultant firm selection as discussed in closed session (6-0)
• Authorized proceeding with interim village manager appointment as discussed in closed session (6-0)
• No action taken on Village Clerk/Treasurer role filling process

Village Board

The Fox Point Village Board will meet on October 14, 2025, to consider several items, including a resolution to end the flood emergency declared after the August 9-12 storm, a pool naming rights policy, and multiple storm-related repair contracts. The board will also receive updates on storm damage repairs and the interim Village Manager search, and will discuss the Clerk Treasurer's resignation. A closed session is planned for legal strategy regarding litigation with The Town Club.

• Resolution to rescind flood emergency declaration (Resolution 2025-07)
• Pool Naming Rights Policy consideration
• Police fleet vehicle purchase: $55,127.75 to Napleton Chevrolet
• Storm repair contract documents: $22,455 to Kapur & Associates
• Change Order No. 1 for Beach Drive storm sewer work: $54,338

Building Board

The Fox Point Building Board will meet virtually on October 8, 2025, to review and potentially approve three property proposals: window and siding replacements, an accessory structure, and a residential addition. The meeting is open to the public via Zoom and will include routine procedural items such as roll call and minutes approval.

• Mike Bork, 7457 N Mohawk Rd, proposed windows and siding replacement
• Matthew Wuest, 8323 N Santa Monica Blvd, proposed accessory structure (740 sq ft)
• Annie Blair, 257 W Suburban Dr, proposed residential addition

Plan Commission

The Fox Point Plan Commission meeting scheduled for October 6, 2025, has been cancelled due to lack of business. The next regular Plan Commission meeting is scheduled for Monday, November 3, 2025.

• Meeting cancelled due to lack of business
• Next regular meeting scheduled for November 3, 2025

Board of Appeals

The Fox Point Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on two cases: a variance request for a porch addition at 402 E Calumet Rd. and a special exception for a corner lot at 803 E Fox Ln. The board will also approve minutes from its July 23, 2025 meeting. No other substantive action is listed.

• Case 2025-08: Variance to allow porch 57.4 ft from right-of-way centerline vs. required 75 ft (17.6 ft variance) at 402 E Calumet Rd.
• Case 2025-09: Special exception for corner lot to determine front, rear, or side yard at 803 E Fox Ln.
• Approval of minutes and determinations from July 23, 2025 meeting

Building Board

The Fox Point Building Board will review and likely vote on five proposed residential projects, including a sunroom, garage addition, window change, second-story addition, and deck. The meeting also includes roll call, approval of previous minutes, and adjournment.

• Ellie DeLia, 7633 N Links Way, proposed sunroom
• Brian Wolff, 7528 N Links Way, proposed garage addition
• Lisa Friedel, 7402 N Crossway Rd, proposed window size change
• Laurie Bergum, 7630 N Boyd Way, proposed second story addition
• Linda Tredupp, 8025 N Whitney Rd, proposed deck

Village Board

The Fox Point Village Board will hold public hearings on two conditional-use permit applications for businesses at 8783 N Port Washington Rd (Baja Tan) and 8035 N Port Washington Rd (Billy Goat Roofing). The board will also consider adopting naming-rights policies for municipal facilities and hear updates on storm recovery and capital projects.

• Conditional Use Permit for Baja Tan at 8783 N Port Washington Rd
• Conditional Use Permit for Billy Goat Roofing at 8035 N Port Washington Rd
• Village of Fox Point Naming Rights Policy
• Village of Fox Point Pool Naming Rights Policy
• Urban Forestry Grant proposal for multi-spectral imagery analysis of tree canopy

The Fox Point Village Board voted 4-3 to retain the Village Manager form of government, rejecting a change to Village Administrator. It approved conditional use permits for Baja Tan (tanning/wellness) and Billy Goat Roofing (office/storage) at 8783 and 8035 N Port Washington Rd, respectively, both 7-0. The board also approved an Urban Forestry Grant resolution (5-2), accepted an Energenecs quote for Lift Station No. 2 pump replacement (6-1), and directed staff to post an RFP for a search firm for an interim and permanent Village Manager. No action was taken on a naming rights policy for the pool, which will be drafted for October.

• Retained Village Manager form of government (4-3)
• Approved conditional use permit for Baja Tan, 8783 N Port Washington Rd (7-0)
• Approved conditional use permit for Billy Goat Roofing, 8035 N Port Washington Rd (7-0)
• Adopted Urban Forestry Catastrophic Storm Grant resolution (7-0)
• Approved Urban Forestry Grant resolution (5-2)
• Accepted Energenecs quote for Lift Station No. 2 pump replacement, not to exceed $84,264.86 (6-1)
• Directed staff to post RFP for search firm for interim and permanent Village Manager (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda with removal of item b (7-0)

Plan Commission

The Fox Point Plan Commission will meet in person and via Zoom to consider two conditional use permit applications. The first is for Baja Tan, a tanning and wellness facility relocating to 8783 N Port Washington Rd. The second is for Billy Goat Roofing, a contractor seeking a trade office and indoor storage at 8035 N Port Washington Rd. Both items require public hearings and Village Board approval.

• Conditional Use Permit for Baja Tan at 8783 N Port Washington Rd
• Conditional Use Permit for Billy Goat Roofing at 8035 N Port Washington Rd
• Public hearings required for both applications
• Staff recommends approval for Baja Tan with no changes to operations
• Staff recommends approval for Billy Goat Roofing subject to conditions on storage, parking, and lighting

The Fox Point Plan Commission approved two conditional use permit applications, recommending approval for Baja Tan at 8783 N Port Washington Rd and Billy Goat Roofing at 8035 N Port Washington Rd, both by unanimous 5-0 votes. The Billy Goat Roofing approval included staff recommendations with modifications to parking restrictions and other conditions. The meeting also approved the minutes from the August 4, 2025 meeting.

• Approved minutes of August 4, 2025 Plan Commission meeting (5-0)
• Recommended approval of conditional use permit for Baja Tan, 8783 N Port Washington Rd (5-0)
• Recommended approval of conditional use permit for Billy Goat Roofing, 8035 N Port Washington Rd, with modified conditions (5-0)

Building Board

The Fox Point Building Board will meet August 13, 2024 to review eight residential building proposals, including bedroom/bathroom additions, solar panel installations, a garage addition, and other minor exterior changes. The board will also discuss and approve minutes from the July 10 meeting.

• Bedroom & bathroom addition at 1518 E Goodrich Ln
• Roof-mounted solar at 7950 N Port Wash Rd (Philip Lator)
• Roof-mounted solar at 803 E Bradley Rd (Juan Carlos Chang Shik)
• Roof-mounted solar at 7439 N Fairchild Rd (Susan LaBudde)
• Garage addition at 8566 N Regent Rd (Elizabeth Casmer)

Village Board

The Fox Point Village Board will meet to consider an emergency declaration for the August 9-10 storm, review a conditional use permit for Miracle Ear, and act on several consent agenda items including contracts and payments. They will also discuss pool naming rights and receive the FY 2024 audit.

• Emergency Declaration Resolution for Aug 9-10 storm
• Conditional Use Permit for Miracle Ear, 6850 N Santa Monica Blvd
• Reject all bids for Beach Drive Jetties Improvement Project
• Accept $643,185 payment to North Shore Library fiscal agent
• Approve bills totaling $717,052.67 for July 2025

The Fox Point Village Board approved a conditional use permit for Miracle Ear at 6850 N Santa Monica Blvd, adopted an emergency declaration for the August 9-10 storm, and rejected all bids for the Beach Drive Jetties Improvement Project. The board also approved the consent agenda, including a $643,185 payment to the North Shore Library and $717,052.67 in bills, and accepted the FY 2024 audit. A naming rights policy for the new pool will be drafted for September.

• Approved conditional use permit for Miracle Ear (7-0)
• Adopted emergency declaration for August 9-10 storm (7-0)
• Rejected all bids for Beach Drive Jetties Improvement Project (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda including $643,185 library payment and $717,052.67 bills (7-0)
• Accepted FY 2024 audit (7-0)
• Directed attorney to draft pool naming rights policy for September

Plan Commission

The Fox Point Plan Commission will meet in person and remotely to consider two land-use items: a conditional use permit for a Miracle Ear hearing aid center at 6850 N Santa Monica Blvd and a certified survey map from The Town Club to adjust a right-of-way along N Santa Monica Blvd. The meeting follows hybrid procedures outlined in Village Code section 19-32 d.

• Conditional Use Permit for Miracle Ear hearing aid center at 6850 N Santa Monica Blvd
• Certified Survey Map from The Town Club at 7950 N Santa Monica Blvd to correct right-of-way along N Santa Monica Blvd

The Fox Point Plan Commission met on August 4, 2025, and approved the minutes from the July 7 meeting. The commission recommended approval of a conditional use permit for Miracle Ear at 6850 N Santa Monica Blvd and a land combination and certified survey map for The Town Club at 7950 N Santa Monica Blvd. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved minutes of July 7, 2025 Plan Commission meeting (6-0)
• Recommended approval of Conditional Use Permit for Miracle Ear, 6850 N Santa Monica Blvd (6-0)
• Recommended approval of Land Combination and Certified Survey Map for The Town Club, 7950 N Santa Monica Blvd (6-0)

Audit Committee

The Fox Point Audit Committee will meet to approve prior meeting minutes and discuss the draft FY 2024 village audit, which includes findings on internal control weaknesses. The audit report identifies material weaknesses in segregation of duties, missing key controls over utility billing, and the financial statement close process. The committee may take action on the draft audit.

• Discussion and possible action on FY 2024 draft village audit
• Approval of May 30, 2024 Audit Committee meeting minutes
• Audit report notes material weakness: inadequate segregation of duties
• Audit report notes missing key controls over utility billing and financial statement close process
• Prior year comment on IT controls still valid

The Fox Point Audit Committee approved the minutes from its May 30, 2024 meeting and accepted the Fiscal Year 2024 Village Audit in final format, recommending it to the Village Board for presentation on August 12, 2025. Both actions passed unanimously (5-0). The meeting was held in person and via Zoom on July 31, 2025.

• Approved May 30, 2024 Audit Committee meeting minutes (5-0)
• Accepted and recommended FY2024 Village Audit to Village Board (5-0)

Board of Appeals

The Fox Point Board of Appeals will hold a public meeting to decide on four cases: a special exception for street-yard fencing, an appeal of an order to correct debris/garbage violations, and two variances for accessory structures. The board will also approve minutes from its May 28, 2025 meeting.

• Case 2025-04: Special exception for fencing at 1020 E Quarles Pl
• Case 2025-05: Appeal of order-to-correct for debris at 8015 N Beach Dr
• Case 2025-06: Variance for pergola with grill island at 7956 N Fairchild Rd (5-ft setback reduction)
• Case 2025-07: Variance for shed at 7100 N Lake Dr (13-ft setback reduction)

Village Board

The Fox Point Village Board will consider an ordinance creating the position of Acting Village Manager, which would allow the Village President to appoint someone to serve if the Village Manager's absence exceeds two weeks. If adopted, the President may announce an appointment subject to Board confirmation. The Board will also hold closed sessions to discuss personnel matters and litigation strategy regarding the Town Club pickleball case.

• Ordinance to repeal and re-create Section 112-4.C and create Section 112-4.5 of the Village Code for Acting Village Manager
• Possible appointment of Acting Village Manager by Village President, subject to Board confirmation
• Closed session to discuss employment and sensitive personal matters involving the Village Manager
• Closed session to discuss confirmation, compensation, and terms for the Acting Village Manager
• Closed session to confer with legal counsel on litigation in 'The Town Club v. Village of Fox Point'

The Fox Point Village Board approved an ordinance creating the position of Acting Village Manager and confirmed the appointment of Chief Chris Freedy to that role with a 15% pay increase, subject to specified limitations on powers. The board also held closed sessions to discuss personnel and legal matters, including litigation involving the village.

• Approved ordinance to create Acting Village Manager position (6-1, Trustee Aelion nay)
• Confirmed appointment of Chief Chris Freedy as Acting Village Manager (5-2, Trustees Aelion and Stoltz abstaining)
• Set Acting Village Manager pay at 15% above current salary
• Excluded hire/fire, fund transfer, and surplus property sale powers from Acting Village Manager role
• Held closed session to discuss Village Manager personnel matters (7-0)
• Held closed session to discuss Acting Village Manager confirmation and terms (7-0)
• Held closed session for legal advice on Town Club v. Village of Fox Point litigation (7-0)

Building Board

The Fox Point Building Board will meet virtually on July 9, 2025, to discuss and vote on six property modification requests, including window changes, an addition, a deck, a sign face change, and a pavilion. The board will also approve minutes from the June 11 meeting. All items are proposals for board decision.

• Jessica Perez, 7902 N Boyd Way: resubmitted window size change
• David Swanson, 7631 N Santa Monica Blvd: resubmitted addition
• Max Chester, 300 W Indian Creek Ct: proposed window removal
• Carolyn Smith, 240 W Indian Creek Ct: proposed deck
• Azura, 7770 N Port Wash Rd: proposed sign face change

Village Board

The Fox Point Village Board will meet to decide on a $9.9 million bond sale, a conditional use permit for Baja Tan at 8667 N Port Washington Rd, a new floodplain development permit fee, and the creation of an Acting Village Manager position. The board will also hear a public hearing on the Baja Tan permit and discuss routine consent items like beach maintenance and salt purchases.

• Conditional Use Permit for Baja Tan, 8667 N Port Washington Rd
• Resolution Awarding $9,900,000 General Obligation Promissory Notes, Series 2025A
• Ordinance to create fee for Floodplain Development Permit
• Ordinance to create Acting Village Manager position
• Accept quote of $83.20 per ton for sodium chloride

Plan Commission

The Fox Point Plan Commission will meet virtually on July 7, 2025, to consider a conditional use permit application for Baja Tan, a tanning and wellness facility at 8667 N Port Washington Road. The meeting will also include a roll call, approval of previous minutes, and adjournment. The public can attend via Zoom or submit written comments in advance.

• Conditional Use Permit application for Baja Tan, 8667 N Port Washington Road
• Virtual meeting via Zoom (https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89048465030)

The Fox Point Plan Commission met virtually on July 7, 2025, and approved the minutes of the June 2, 2025 meeting. The commission unanimously recommended approval of a conditional use permit for an ownership change at Baja Tan, 8667 N Port Washington Road. The meeting adjourned shortly after.

• Approved June 2, 2025 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Recommended approval of conditional use permit for ownership change at Baja Tan, 8667 N Port Washington Road (6-0)

Village Board

The Fox Point Village Board is meeting to discuss the work status and leave needs of Village Manager Scott Botcher. The discussion will occur in closed session under Wisconsin statutes for personnel matters, with the board reconvening in open session afterward and possibly taking action.

• Closed session to discuss Village Manager Scott Botcher's work status and need for leave
• Closed session includes Assistant Village Manager, Village Attorney, Clerk-Treasurer, Village Engineer/DPW Director, and Chief of Police
• Board may take action after reconvening into open session

The Fox Point Village Board held a special meeting on June 30, 2025, convening in closed session to discuss Village Manager Scott Botcher's work status and need for leave. After reconvening, the board unanimously voted to authorize Botcher's use of accrued time off for necessary absences and to have the Village Board President handle day-to-day interactions with the manager on behalf of the board. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Authorized Village Manager Scott Botcher's use of accrued time off during necessary absences (7-0)
• Designated Village Board President to handle day-to-day interactions with Village Manager (7-0)
• Convened into closed session to discuss personnel matters (7-0)
• Reconvened into open session (7-0)
• Adjourned meeting (7-0)

Building Board

The Fox Point Building Board will hold a virtual meeting on June 11, 2025, to review and vote on eight residential building proposals. Items include a window size change, a garage addition, removal of an entry door, a deck, roof-mounted solar, a second-floor expansion, and a deck/pergola/hot tub. The board will also approve minutes from the May 21 meeting.

• Jessica Perez, 7902 N Boyd Way, proposed window size change (tabled at May 21 meeting).
• David Swanson, 7631 N Santa Monica Blvd, proposed 419 SF garage addition.
• John Stappas, 8201 N Whitney Rd, proposed removal of entry door.
• Matt Kirchner, 8040 N Whitney Rd, proposed deck.
• Valerie Sabatino, 6741 N Holly Ct, proposed roof mounted solar.

Village Board

The Fox Point Village Board will hold public hearings and consider conditional use permits for Sias Alterations at 333 W Brown Deer Road, Suite H, and Marek Landscaping at 8035 N Port Washington Road. The board will also vote on a consent agenda that includes liquor license renewals, a $122,766 road patch contract, a $62,710 culvert replacement contract, and a resolution for the 2024 sanitary sewer annual report. The meeting is open to the public in person or via Zoom.

• Public hearings and consideration of conditional use permits for Sias Alterations (333 W Brown Deer Rd, Suite H) and Marek Landscaping (8035 N Port Washington Rd)
• Consent agenda includes liquor license renewals for Walgreens, CVS, Jose's Blue Sombrero, The Town Club, Ginza Sushi, Calderone Club, and Wheel & Sprocket
• Accept quote of $122,766 from Munson Inc. for roadway patches at various locations
• Accept bid of $62,710 from WSO Grading and Excavating for cross culvert replacement on roads intersecting Lake Drive
• Reject all bids for 2025 Lead Water Service Lateral Replacement Project

Tree Commission

The Fox Point Tree Commission is meeting to discuss a tree planting initiative on private property, including a discounted tree purchase and rebate program, and to review the forester's activities for the year. The commission will also consider its mission. No final decisions are listed on the agenda; items are for discussion and possible referral.

• Discussion of discounted tree purchase and rebate program for private property tree planting
• Update on landscape construction at St. Augustine Prep
• Forester's activities update, including 2025 Arbor Day feedback and completion of Spring 2025 tree planting
• Discussion regarding the mission of the Tree Commission

Board of Police Commissioners

The Fox Point Board of Police Commissioners will meet to approve minutes, conduct a closed session to review applications and interview candidates for a Police Officer position, and may take action on those items afterward. The board will also receive an update from the Police Chief, including the department's annual report.

• Closed session under Wis. Stat. §19.85(1)(c) to consider employment data and interview Police Officer candidates
• Possible action on closed session items after reconvening
• Police Chief's update and presentation of the Police Department Annual Report
• Approval of minutes from April 4, 2025 meeting

Plan Commission

The Fox Point Plan Commission will consider two conditional use permit applications: one for Sia's Alterations, a clothing alteration business at 333 W Brown Deer Road, Suite H, and another for Marek Landscaping at 8035 N Port Washington Road. The commission will also approve minutes from the April 7, 2025 meeting. Staff recommends approval for Sia's Alterations and recommends discussing outdoor storage and operations with Marek Landscaping before making a recommendation.

• Conditional use permit for Sia's Alterations, 333 W Brown Deer Rd, Suite H, with interior renovations estimated at $2,000-$2,500 and total project cost ~$13,000
• Conditional use permit for Marek Landscaping, 8035 N Port Washington Rd, including classroom, lab, and outdoor storage; parking proposed at 16 spaces vs. 30 required
• Approval of minutes from April 7, 2025 Plan Commission meeting
• Sia's Alterations would operate Tue-Sat 10AM-6PM with 2 employees in a 795 sq ft space
• Marek Landscaping proposes hours 7AM-5PM Mon-Thu, subject to discussion

The Fox Point Plan Commission approved the minutes of the April 7, 2025 meeting and recommended the Village Board approve a conditional use permit for Sias Alterations at 333 W Brown Deer Road, Suite H. It also approved a conditional use permit for Marek Landscaping at 8035 N Port Washington Road, with conditions including screening, hours of operation, and a parking reduction. The meeting adjourned at 6:29 PM.

• Approved minutes of April 7, 2025 Plan Commission meeting (4-0, Miller abstaining)
• Recommended approval of conditional use permit for Sias Alterations, 333 W Brown Deer Rd, Suite H (5-0)
• Approved conditional use permit for Marek Landscaping, 8035 N Port Washington Rd, with conditions (4-0, Durant abstaining)

Board of Appeals

The Fox Point Board of Appeals will consider two special exception requests for fences within street yard setbacks, at 7160 N Barnett Lane and 1562 E Goodrich Lane. The board will also approve minutes from prior meetings. The agenda is otherwise routine.

• Case 2025-02: 7160 N Barnett Lane - special exception for 3.5ft decorative fence in street yard setback
• Case 2025-03: 1562 E Goodrich Lane - special exception for fence in street yard setback
• Approval of minutes from September 25, 2024 and January 22, 2025 meetings

Village Board

The Fox Point Village Board met in a special session for a training presentation by Curt Witynski. No formal decisions or actions were taken during the meeting, which adjourned at 5:46 p.m. after a roll call vote.

• Adjourned meeting at 5:46 p.m. (6-0)

Building Board

The Fox Point Building Board will meet virtually on May 21, 2025, to review and vote on eight property proposals, including decks, window changes, signs, an addition, a shed, and two new single-family homes. The board will also approve minutes from the April 9 meeting. All items are under discussion or decision at this meeting.

• Jennifer Haraway, 8220 N Whitney Rd, proposed deck
• Jessica Perez, 7902 N Boyd Way, proposed window size change
• Alisha Lemon, 7922 N Port Washington Rd, proposed signs
• Lauren Curtis, 164 E Bradley Rd, proposed 2nd floor addition
• Robert Schafer, 1406 E Fox Ln and 8120 N Gray Log Ln, proposed single family homes

Village Board

The Fox Point Village Board will hold a public hearing and consider a conditional use permit for an ownership change at Rice Bowl (formerly Peking Chef) at 8673 N Port Washington Road. The board will also consider a preliminary resolution to borrow up to $9.9 million via general obligation promissory notes, a funding agreement for a new North Shore Library in Bayside, and an ordinance adding new stop sign locations. Consent agenda items include approval of bills totaling $623,713.00 and a $39,500 contract for emerald ash borer treatment. The board will also enter closed session to discuss litigation in 'The Town Club v. Village of Fox Point'.

• Conditional use permit for Rice Bowl ownership change at 8673 N Port Washington Road
• Preliminary borrowing resolution for up to $9,900,000 in general obligation notes
• Resolution approving North Shore Library funding agreement for new library in Bayside
• Ordinance to add new stop sign locations (repeal and re-create Section 870-6A and 870-6(C)(3))
• Consent agenda: $39,500 for emerald ash borer treatment; bills of $623,713.00

The Fox Point Village Board approved a preliminary resolution authorizing up to $9.9 million in general obligation promissory notes (Series 2025A) and approved the North Shore Library Funding Agreement Resolution 2025-05, both by 7-0 votes. The board also approved a conditional use permit for Rice Bowl at 8673 N Port Washington Road, a consent agenda including a $39,500 tree treatment contract and $623,713 in bills, and an ordinance adding new stop sign locations. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved preliminary borrowing resolution for up to $9,900,000 (7-0)
• Approved North Shore Library Funding Agreement Resolution 2025-05 (7-0)
• Approved conditional use permit for Rice Bowl at 8673 N Port Washington Road (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda including $39,500 tree treatment contract and $623,713 in bills (7-0)
• Approved ordinance to add new stop sign locations (7-0)
• Convened closed session to discuss litigation strategy in The Town Club v. Village of Fox Point (7-0)

Board of Review

The Fox Point Board of Review is meeting to conduct its statutory duties, including reviewing the 2025 assessment roll, certifying corrections, and hearing taxpayer objections. The board will also select officers, review policies on testimony and hearing waivers, and consider scheduling additional meetings if needed.

• 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 all corrections of error under Wis. Stat. § 70.43
• Hear objections to 2025 assessment, if any
• Consider waivers of 48-hour notice for objections

The Fox Point Board of Review met on May 6, 2025, and approved the 2025 assessment roll as presented by the Village Assessor. No objections or corrections were filed, and no taxpayers appeared to examine the assessment data. The board also elected Scott Botcher as Chair and Christopher Mehring as Vice Chair, and confirmed that training requirements were met.

• Approved 2025 assessment roll as presented (unanimous)
• Elected Scott Botcher as Chairperson (unanimous)
• Elected Christopher Mehring as Vice Chair (unanimous)
• Adjourned sine die after completing statutory duties

Plan Commission

The Village of Fox Point Plan Commission meeting scheduled for May 5, 2025 has been cancelled due to lack of business. The next regular meeting is scheduled for Monday, June 2, 2025. This notice is procedural only; no items will be discussed or decided.

• Meeting cancelled due to lack of business
• Next regular meeting scheduled for June 2, 2025

Centennial Committee

The Fox Point Centennial Committee will hold its May 1, 2025 meeting virtually to discuss the design of a logo for the village’s 2025 centennial celebration. The meeting is accessible via Zoom and includes a roll call and adjournment.

• Discussion of Centennial Logo design

Centennial Committee

The Centennial Committee will review and approve the minutes from the March 17, 2025 meeting, receive an update on the Village Board's approval of the Centennial Plan, and discuss upcoming work items including logo design, marketing, book publication, sponsorships, and event coordination. The committee will also plan next steps for the village's 100th anniversary celebrations.

• Review of Centennial Plan and budget, including proposed costs totaling $37,089
• Discussion of merchandise sales, with village unable to sell items due to software and sales tax issues
• Arcadia Publishing book: quoted at less than $4,000 for 300 copies
• June event entertainment budget: $8,000, with vendor estimates for band, inflatables, face painting, and rock wall
• Sponsorship outreach: potential revenue of $15,500 from Platinum, Gold, Silver, Bronze, and Friend levels

Building Board

The Fox Point Building Board will meet virtually on April 9, 2025, to review four proposed residential projects: a breezeway renovation, an accessory structure with garage, a sunroom, and a house remodel. The board will also approve minutes from the March 12 meeting. No other action is listed.

• Carol Eling, 7405 N Seneca Rd, breezeway renovation resubmittal
• Susan LaBudde, 7439 N Fairchild Rd, proposed accessory structure (920 sq ft) and garage
• Taylor Buckley, 8125 N Links Way, proposed sunroom
• Chris Spies, 6831 N Lake Dr, proposed house remodel

Village Board

The Fox Point Village Board will consider approving several public works contracts, including a $1.73 million bid for the Beach Drive Road and Utility project, and will discuss the Centennial Plan, Beach Drive jetties rehabilitation, and a stormwater report. The meeting includes a consent agenda with multiple items and a resolution on PFAS contamination settlement.

• Accept UPI, Inc. bid of $1,730,581 for Beach Drive Road and Utility project
• Accept Kapur & Associates proposal up to $159,025 for construction management on Beach Drive project
• Accept National Power Rodding Corp. bid of $164,400 for 2025 Sanitary Improvement Project
• Approve payment of bills totaling $1,063,214.40 for March 2025
• Consider Centennial Plan and Beach Drive jetties rehabilitation report

Plan Commission

The Fox Point Plan Commission will consider a conditional use permit application for an ownership change at Rice Bowl (former Peking Chef), 8673 N Port Washington Road, as required by Village Code. The meeting will also include roll call, approval of the March 3, 2025 minutes, and adjournment.

• Conditional use permit for Rice Bowl ownership change at 8673 N Port Washington Road
• Approval of March 3, 2025 Plan Commission minutes
• Hybrid meeting with in-person and Zoom options

The Fox Point Plan Commission unanimously recommended approval of a conditional use permit for an ownership change at Rice Bowl (formerly Peking Chef) at 8673 N Port Washington Road. The commission also approved the minutes of the March 3, 2025 meeting. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved minutes of March 3, 2025 Plan Commission meeting (7-0)
• Recommended approval of conditional use permit for ownership change at Rice Bowl, 8673 N Port Washington Road (7-0)

Board of Police Commissioners

The Fox Point Board of Police Commissioners is meeting to approve minutes from a prior meeting and to review its current Rules of Procedure, with the possibility of modifying them. The agenda is otherwise limited to routine items.

• Review and possible modification of Police Commission Rules of Procedure
• Approval of minutes from May 24, 2024 meeting

Centennial Committee

The Fox Point Centennial Committee will review and approve the minutes from its February 5, 2025 meeting and discuss final revisions to the Centennial Plan and Budget before submitting it to the Village Board for approval. The meeting is open to the public in person or via Zoom.

• Discussion of final revisions to Centennial Plan and Budget before submission to Village Board
• Review and approval of February 5, 2025 meeting minutes
• Hybrid meeting with in-person and Zoom options

Tree Commission

The Fox Point Tree Commission is meeting to discuss old business including marketing and procedures for tree planting on private property, a tree canopy analysis, and an update on the St. Augustine Prep landscape plan. New business includes the forester's activities update, the 2025 forestry report, the spring tree planting program, and the EAB treatment program. The meeting is informational and no final actions are expected beyond approvals of minutes.

• Discounted tree purchase and rebate program for private property
• Tree canopy analysis update
• Landscape plan update for St. Augustine Prep
• 2024 Forestry Activities Report
• Spring 2025 Tree Planting Program and EAB Treatment Program

The Tree Commission discussed a proposed tree planting initiative for private property with discount and rebate options. They decided to ask Chair Eric Fonstad and Forester John Gall to prepare an overview and request time at the next Village Board meeting to gauge support, initially proposing only the discounted tree program. The Commission also approved the December 12, 2024 minutes with minor corrections and received updates on the tree canopy, St. Augustine Prep's landscape plan, and the Forester's activities.

• Approved December 12, 2024 minutes with minor corrections
• Directed Chair Fonstad and Forester Gall to prepare overview of discount/rebate tree programs for Village Board presentation
• Recommended initially proposing only the discounted tree program, with rebate program added later
• Recommended fixed rebate amount instead of percentage for administrative simplicity
• Suggested staff schedule a tree pickup date with optional delivery fee for residents

Building Board

The Fox Point Building Board is meeting virtually to discuss and vote on two property improvement proposals: a resubmitted breezeway renovation at 7405 N Seneca Rd and a proposed window at 7821 N Santa Monica Blvd. The board will also approve minutes from the February 12, 2025 meeting. This is a regular meeting with public participation via Zoom.

• Carol Eling, 7405 N Seneca Rd, proposed resubmittal of breezeway renovation
• Bernie Klamecki, 7821 N Santa Monica Blvd, proposed window
• Approval of minutes from February 12, 2025 Building Board meeting

Village Board

The Fox Point Village Board will meet to decide on a conditional use permit for a restaurant at 8775 N Port Washington Road and vote on demolishing the public pool at 7200 N Santa Monica Blvd. The board will also approve several contracts totaling over $860,000 for vehicle replacements, painting, road redesign, and other public works projects.

• Conditional use permit for Nino’s Southern Sides restaurant at 8775 N Port Washington Road
• Demolition of public pool at 7200 N Santa Monica Blvd for $164,550
• Purchase of replacement truck for $57,206.30 from Gordie Boucher Ford
• Painting Village Hall trim for $18,600 with Two-Day Painting
• Redesign of Bradley Road pedestrian path near railroad crossing for $35,555

The Fox Point Village Board approved a conditional use permit for Nino's Southern Sides at 8775 N Port Washington Road to operate a restaurant, with outdoor dining hours matching indoor hours. The board also approved several consent agenda items, including vehicle and equipment purchases, a pool demolition contract, and a pedestrian path redesign, along with a vacation and restatement of easement at 6807 North Lake Drive. All votes were unanimous (7-0).

• Approved conditional use permit for Nino's Southern Sides restaurant (7-0)
• Approved $60,000 truck purchase from Gordie Boucher Ford (7-0)
• Approved $7,750 change order for Beach Drive Road project (7-0)
• Approved $35,555 pedestrian path redesign at Bradley Road railroad crossing (7-0)
• Approved vacation and restatement of easement at 6807 North Lake Drive (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda items a, c, d, e, g, i, j (7-0)

Plan Commission

The Fox Point Plan Commission will discuss and may make a recommendation to the Village Board on a conditional use permit for Nino's Southern Sides, a restaurant proposed at 8775 N Port Washington Road in the Riverpoint Shopping Center. The applicant, V&J Foods, plans to operate a restaurant in a space formerly occupied by Cosi, with hours of 9 AM to 8 PM daily and possible seasonal outdoor seating. The commission will also approve minutes from the February 3, 2025 meeting.

• Conditional use permit for Nino's Southern Sides restaurant at 8775 N Port Washington Road
• Restaurant proposed in D Business District under Section 745-18D(1)(h)
• Applicant: V&J Foods, LLC; space vacant since Cosi closed
• Proposed hours: 9 AM - 8 PM Sunday through Saturday
• Seasonal outdoor seating to be discussed

Building Board

The Fox Point Building Board will meet virtually to review two property improvement proposals: a roof-mounted solar array at 390 E Macarthur Road and a breezeway renovation at 7405 N Seneca Rd. The board will also approve minutes from the December 11, 2024 meeting. No other substantive action is on the agenda.

• Proposed roof-mounted solar array at 390 E Macarthur Road (12.4 kW-DC, 10.075 kW-AC)
• Proposed breezeway renovation at 7405 N Seneca Rd
• Approval of December 11, 2024 meeting minutes

Village Board

The Fox Point Village Board approved a consent agenda (minus one item) covering document management services, construction management for the Lake Drive water main project, and January bills. They separately approved the Certified Survey Map and Land Division at 1406 East Fox Lane. In closed session, they approved a compensation increase for the Village Manager, retroactive to January 1, 2025.

• Approved consent agenda (7-0) excluding item C
• Approved Certified Survey Map and Land Division at 1406 East Fox Lane (7-0)
• Approved $46,700 document management services proposal from On Q Solutions
• Approved $165,930 construction management contract with Kapur & Associates for Lake Drive water main project
• Approved payment of bills totaling $1,232,836 for January 2025
• Approved Village Manager compensation increase retroactive to January 1, 2025 (7-0)

Centennial Committee

The Centennial Committee is meeting to review outcomes from working groups assigned at the December 2024 meeting, covering items like a logo contest, marketing plan, landmarks tour, historical booklet, time capsule, proclamations, and multiple 2026 events. They will also discuss the overall Centennial Plan for submittal to the Village Board. The meeting is open to the public in person or via Zoom.

• Logo Design Contest update
• Marketing Plan update
• Landmarks Tour/Info Pamphlet Design update
• Historical Booklet update
• Time Capsule update

Plan Commission

The Fox Point Plan Commission will meet in person and remotely to discuss a land division proposal at 1406 East Fox Lane. The meeting will also include a roll call, approval of previous minutes, and adjournment. No other substantive decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Review and recommendation for land division at 1406 East Fox Lane, Tax Key No. 0580005001

The Fox Point Plan Commission met on February 3, 2025, and unanimously recommended that the Village Board approve a proposed land division at 1406 East Fox Lane, with the preliminary Certified Survey Map (CSM) to be approved as final. The commission also approved the minutes from the January 6, 2025 meeting. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved minutes of January 6, 2025 Plan Commission meeting (6-0)
• Recommended Village Board approve land division at 1406 East Fox Lane, Tax Key No. 0580005001 (6-0)
• Recommended preliminary CSM be approved as final (6-0)

Board of Appeals

The Fox Point Board of Appeals will consider Case 2025-01, a request for a special exception to install a 6-foot-tall fence within the street yard setback at 1130 E Dean Rd, under specific sections of the Fox Point Code. The board will also approve minutes from its September 25 and October 9, 2024 meetings. The agenda includes only this one substantive case; the rest is routine procedural business.

• Case 2025-01: special exception for 6-ft fence at 1130 E Dean Rd
• Approval of minutes from September 25, 2024 meeting
• Approval of minutes from October 9, 2024 meeting

Village Board

The Fox Point Village Board will hold public hearings and consider creating a Port Washington Road Overlay Zoning District, along with conditional use permits for Peking Chef and North Shore Cycles. The consent agenda includes several contracts for sewer work, electronics recycling, pool removal, and tree purchases, plus approval of December bills. The board may also enter closed session to discuss litigation and the Village Manager's performance.

• Public hearing and consideration of Port Washington Road Overlay Zoning District (PWO) municipal code amendment
• Conditional use permit for ownership change at Peking Chef, 8673 N Port Washington Road
• Conditional use permit for relocation of North Shore Cycles, 7922 N Port Washington Road
• Contract with Kapur & Associates up to $32,720 for sewer televising and $21,455 for sewer rehabilitation design
• Contract with Kapur & Associates up to $17,400 for Fox Point Municipal Pool removal engineering

The Village Board approved the Port Washington Road Overlay Zoning District (PWO) Municipal Code Amendment as presented, following a public hearing and Plan Commission recommendation. The board also approved the consent agenda, which included conditional use permits for Peking Chef and North Shore Cycles, several public works contracts, and payment of bills. The board then entered closed session to discuss litigation and the Village Manager's performance.

• Approved PWO Municipal Code Amendment (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda including conditional use permits for Peking Chef and North Shore Cycles (6-0)
• Accepted Kapur & Associates proposal for sewer televising up to $32,720 (consent agenda)
• Accepted Kapur & Associates proposal for sewer rehabilitation design up to $21,455 (consent agenda)
• Accepted COM2 Computers agreement for electronics recycling (consent agenda)
• Accepted Kapur & Associates proposal for pool removal engineering up to $17,400 (consent agenda)
• Approved spring tree order quotes up to $23,379.55 (consent agenda)
• Approved payment of bills totaling $615,766.78 (consent agenda)

Plan Commission

The Fox Point Plan Commission will consider a conditional use permit for North Shore Cycles to relocate within the same building at 7922 N Port Washington Road, and will review a draft code amendment creating a Port Washington Overlay Zoning District (PWO) to encourage redevelopment along the corridor. The PWO item was tabled at the December meeting and is being reconsidered. The meeting is open to the public in person or via Zoom.

• Conditional use permit for North Shore Cycles relocation to a different unit at 7922 N Port Washington Road
• Draft ordinance to create Port Washington Overlay Zoning District (PWO) with build-to lines, reduced setbacks, and two-story minimum
• PWO would prohibit uses like auto sales, convenience stores, quick cash businesses, and vape shops
• PWO would allow mixed-use and attached single-family or multi-family dwellings along Port Washington Road
• PWO rezoning process would require Village Board approval with public hearings