Germantown public meetings in 2024

Library Board

The Germantown Community Library Board will hold its regular December meeting, covering routine items like minutes, financial reports, and various updates. The main substantive actions are two closed-session items to review and potentially approve 2025 merit increases and compensation adjustments for library staff, with possible action after reconvening in open session.

• Approval of 2025 merit increases for library staff (closed session)
• Library staff compensation review and proposed adjustments (closed session)
• Treasurer's report, accounts payable, and budget reports
• Citizen input limited to 3 minutes per person

The Germantown Community Library Board approved the 2025 merit increases for library staff and the library staff compensation review with proposed adjustments, both unanimously (6-0). The board also approved the treasurer's report, accounts payable, and a $75 expenditure for donor tree book engraving. Trustee Cutts reported that the Village Board increased library impact fees from $281 to $711 effective January 1, 2025, which must be spent within eight years and only on building expansion.

• Approved 2025 merit increases for library staff (6-0)
• Approved library staff compensation review and proposed adjustments (6-0)
• Approved treasurer's report as presented (6-0)
• Approved expenditure up to $75 for donor tree book engraving (6-0)
• Approved accounts payable as presented (6-0)
• Approved agenda as presented (6-0)
• Approved November 20, 2024 meeting minutes (6-0)

Park & Recreation Commission

The regular meeting of the Germantown Park & Recreation Commission scheduled for December 18, 2024, has been cancelled. The agenda contains no items for discussion or action.

• Meeting cancelled

Village Board

The Germantown Village Board is meeting to consider a rezoning and conditional use permit for a Kwik Trip relocation, a public hearing on impact fees, and several contract approvals. The consent agenda includes multiple professional services agreements and purchases, while new business covers items like a police chief retirement resolution and permit fee schedule changes.

• Kwik Trip rezoning from B-3 to B-5 and CUP at N112W18741 Mequon Road (former PNC Bank)
• Public hearing on public facilities impact fees for parks, library, and water
• Professional services agreement with Foth up to $72,000 for generator replacements at Wells 2 and 7
• Blanket PO up to $100,000 with Merton-Franier for water meters
• 2025 Permit Fee Schedule for Inspection Services

The Village Board postponed a decision on the Kwik Trip relocation and rezoning request from B-3 to B-5 at N112W18741 Mequon Road, voting 6-2 to table it for further discussion. The board approved an ordinance repealing and recreating Section 3.14 of the Municipal Code relating to the imposition of impact fees, following a public hearing on the Public Facilities Needs Assessment. The board also approved a 3% salary increase for the Village Administrator based on his 2024 performance review.

• Postponed Kwik Trip relocation/rezoning (B-3 to B-5) and CUP at N112W18741 Mequon Road (6-2)
• Approved ordinance repealing/recreating Section 3.14 on impact fees (7-0, Trustee Pieper not present)
• Approved 3% salary increase for Village Administrator based on 2024 performance (7-1)
• Approved 2025-2026 SAFEbuilt Inspection Services contract (7-1)
• Approved 2025 Permit Fee Schedule for Inspection Services (8-0)
• Approved resolution honoring Police Chief Mike Snow upon retirement (8-0)
• Approved consent agenda items A-F, I including $72,000 Foth contract and $100,000 water meter PO (8-0)
• Approved consent agenda item G, 2025 Labor and Equipment Rates (8-0)

General Government & Finance Committee

The General Government & Finance Committee will consider several contract renewals and policy changes, including purchasing policies, postage machine lease, legal services, and inspection services. They will also review the 2025 permit fee schedule and various financial reports. The meeting is open to the public, with options for virtual attendance and public comment.

• Proposed purchasing policies and ordinance amendment
• Tyler Munis contract renewal
• Pitney Bowes postage machine lease renewal
• Contracts for general legal services and municipal court legal services
• 2025 permit fee schedule for inspection services

The General Government & Finance Committee approved several contracts and policy items on Dec. 16, 2024, including the Tyler Munis software renewal, a postage machine lease, and legal services contracts. It also approved an ordinance amending the municipal code to reflect revised purchasing policies, with Trustee Jan Miller casting the lone no vote on that item and on the legal services contracts. All other items passed unanimously among the three members present; Trustee Jolene Pieper was absent.

• Approved ordinance amending Municipal Code for revised purchasing policies (2-1, Jan Miller no)
• Accepted Tyler Munis contract renewal at $114,190.65 (3-0)
• Allocated remaining $1,460 in American Rescue Plan funds to Axon body-worn camera and Taser contract (3-0)
• Approved Pitney Bowes postage machine lease renewal at $1,896.48 (3-0)
• Approved recommendation for Village Board to contract with Wesolowski, Reidenbach & Sajdak for general legal services and Houseman & Feind for municipal court services (2-1, Jan Miller no)
• Approved Optum RX transplant contract renewal (3-0)
• Approved Vermont Systems contract renewal (3-0)
• Approved revisions to 2025-2026 SAFEbuilt inspection services contract and 2025 permit fee schedule (3-0 each)

Police & Fire Commission

The Germantown Police & Fire Commission will meet to consider appointing Pat Merten as Interim Police Chief, discuss the process for filling the chief vacancy, and consider extending eligibility lists for Sergeant and Lieutenant positions. The meeting is a regular session with public comment available via email.

• Appointment of Pat Merten as Interim Police Chief
• Process for filling Chief vacancy
• Consider extension of eligibility lists for Sergeant and Lieutenant positions
• Approval of November 26, 2024 meeting minutes

The Germantown Police and Fire Commission approved its November 26, 2024 minutes, then voted unanimously to appoint Pat Merten as Interim Police Chief starting January 7, 2025. The commission also unanimously extended the eligibility lists for the Sergeant and Lieutenant positions through June 30, 2025. Unfinished business on the process for filling the police chief vacancy and engaging professional services was listed but no action is recorded in the minutes.

• Approved November 26, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Appointed Pat Merten as Interim Police Chief effective January 7, 2025 (unanimous roll call)
• Extended Sergeant and Lieutenant eligibility lists through June 30, 2025 (unanimous roll call)
• Adjourned at 6:40 p.m. (unanimous roll call)

Plan Commission

The Germantown Plan Commission will hold public hearings and take action on several development items, including a 30-acre solar energy facility, a rezoning for multifamily housing, and a Kwik Trip convenience store relocation. The commission will also consider a staff request to table proposed text amendments to the municipal code until January 13, 2025.

• Certified Survey Map and Site Plan Review for a 30-acre solar facility at N132W18100 Rockfield Road (action)
• Public hearing and action on rezoning 7 acres at W140 N9915 Fond du Lac Avenue from I to Rm-3 (multifamily residential)
• Public hearing and action on Kwik Trip relocation to N112W18741 Mequon Road, including conditional use permits, site/sign plan, and rezone from B-3 to B-5
• Staff request to table text amendments to Sections 14, 17, and 18 of the Municipal Code to January 13, 2025
• Site development plan for 1.55-acre outdoor storage area at N102 W19200 Willow Creek Way and revised site plan for parking lot expansion at W194 N11481 McCormick Drive

The Commission approved a rezone and permits for a Kwik Trip convenience store relocation and two industrial site plans. Requests for a 30-acre solar facility and a 66-unit multifamily residential development were denied.

• Approved rezone, CUPs, and site plans for Kwik Trip relocation at N112W18741 Mequon Road (6-0)
• Denied 30-acre solar energy facility at N132W18100 Rockfield Road (1-5)
• Denied rezone for 66-unit multifamily development at W140 N9915 Fond du Lac Avenue (0-6)
• Approved 1.55-acre outdoor storage area at N102 W19200 Willow Creek Way (6-0)
• Approved 21-stall parking lot expansion at W194 N11481 McCormick Drive (6-0)
• Tabled municipal code text amendments until January 13, 2025 (6-0)
• Approved November 11, 2024 meeting minutes (6-0)

Public Works & Highways Committee

The Public Works & Highways Committee will meet to approve minutes from November 12, 2024, and conduct public comment. The body will decide on unfinished business including a $72,000 professional services agreement with Foth for generator replacements at Wells 2 and 7. New business includes a $30,000 change order for Well 12 construction, a $100,000 blanket purchase order for water meters, a $20,000 tree consulting agreement, and $15,840 for fall protection ladders at Wells 3 and 11.

• Award $72,000 Foth contract for generator replacements at Wells 2 and 7
• Approve $30,000 change order for Well 12 construction with JH Hassinger
• Issue $100,000 blanket PO to Merton-Franier for water meters
• Award $20,000 Wachtel Tree Science for Village Forester services
• Purchase $15,840 fall protection ladders from RARE Specialties for Wells 3 and 11

The Public Works & Highways Committee approved a professional services agreement with Foth for up to $72,000 for construction administration and inspection of generator replacements at Wells 2 and 7, after the original $100,000 proposal was sent back in November. The committee also approved a $30,000 change order for JH Hassinger for cold weather work on Well 12, a $100,000 blanket purchase order for water meters, a $20,000 agreement with Wachtel Tree Science, $15,840 for fall protection ladders, and the 2025 labor and equipment rates. All votes were unanimous (4-0).

• Approved $72,000 Foth construction administration and inspection services (4-0)
• Approved $30,000 change order to JH Hassinger for cold weather work on Well 12 (4-0)
• Approved $100,000 blanket PO with Metron-Franier for water meters (4-0)
• Approved $20,000 Wachtel Tree Science forestry consulting services (4-0)
• Approved $15,840 purchase of two fall protection ladders from RARE Specialties (4-0)
• Approved 2025 Village labor and equipment rates (4-0)

Village Board

The Germantown Village Board will hold a regular meeting on December 2, 2024, with several significant items on the agenda. They will consider a final subdivision plat for Wrenwood North Addition No. 1 (Phase 2, 26 single-family lots), a rezone and conditional use permit for a solid waste disposal operation, and proposed text amendments to the municipal code. The board may also enter closed session to discuss property acquisitions in the Village Center District and the administrator's performance goals.

• Final subdivision plat for Wrenwood North Addition No. 1 (Phase 2, 26 single-family lots) south of Freistadt Road and Pleasant View Drive
• Rezone of 12.7 acres at Fond du Lac Avenue/STH145 and Spaten Court from M-1 to M-2 and CUP for solid waste disposal operation
• Text amendments to Municipal Code Chapters 17.41, 17.43, 17.45, and 17.46 (accessory uses, site plans, traffic/parking, signs)
• 2025 union contract resolution for Municipal Employees Union Local 730
• Closed session on property acquisition strategy and contract with Copeland Companies for Village Center District

The Germantown Village Board approved the final subdivision plat for Wrenwood North Addition No. 1 (Phase 2, 26 single-family lots) with Trustee Cutts recused. The board voted to postpone and send back to the Plan Commission a rezoning and conditional use permit application for a solid waste disposal operation by Harter's Lakeside Disposal. A motion to adopt recommendations for shortening Village Board meetings failed. The board also approved consent agenda items, including the 2025 municipal employees union contract, and directed staff to proceed on closed-session discussions regarding property acquisition in the Village Center District.

• Approved Wrenwood North Addition No. 1 final plat (26 lots) (6-0, 1 recusal)
• Postponed and sent back to Plan Commission Harter's Lakeside Disposal rezoning/CUP for solid waste operation (7-0)
• Failed to adopt recommendations to shorten Village Board meetings (2-5)
• Approved consent agenda including 2025 Municipal Employees Union Local 730 contract (7-0)
• Approved text amendments to Municipal Code Chapters 17.41, 17.43, 17.45, 17.46 (6-1)
• Approved renewal of secondhand article and jewelry dealer licenses for 2025 (7-0)
• Directed staff to proceed on Village Center District property acquisition strategy as discussed in closed session (4-2, 1 abstention)
• Directed staff to proceed on Copeland Companies contract for property acquisition as discussed in closed session (4-2, 1 abstention)

Public Safety Committee

The Germantown Public Safety Committee is meeting to receive monthly police, fire, and overtime reports, and to act on several items. They will consider an ordinance amending noise disturbance rules and creating a permitting process for outdoor entertainment, as well as renewal applications for animal fancier permits and secondhand dealer licenses. The committee will also discuss dispatch consolidation, the public safety building, dispatch bonuses, and the purchase of a squad vehicle.

• Ordinance amending Section 9.07 (noise disturbances) and creating Section 12.03 (outdoor entertainment permits)
• Renewal applications for Animal Fancier's Establishment Permits for 2025
• Renewal applications for Secondhand Article and Jewelry Dealer Licenses for 2025
• Dispatch bonuses
• Purchase of squad

The Germantown Public Safety Committee approved a first draft of an ordinance amending noise disturbance rules and creating an outdoor entertainment permit process. The committee also approved the purchase of a replacement squad vehicle, renewal of animal fancier permits and secondhand dealer licenses, and dispatch bonuses. All votes were unanimous (3-0).

• Approved noise ordinance amendment and outdoor entertainment permit creation (3-0)
• Approved purchase of replacement squad vehicle (3-0)
• Approved renewal of animal fancier establishment permits for 2025 (3-0)
• Approved renewal of secondhand article and jewelry dealer licenses for 2025 (3-0)
• Approved dispatch bonuses (3-0)
• Approved minutes of November 12, 2024 (3-0)

Police & Fire Commission

The Germantown Police & Fire Commission is holding a regular meeting to review minutes and discuss the process for filling the chief vacancy, including possibly hiring professional services. No final decisions are listed on the agenda; the item is listed under unfinished business for discussion.

• Discussion of process for filling chief vacancy
• Possible engagement of professional services for chief search
• Approval of November 20, 2024 meeting minutes

The Germantown Police and Fire Commission met on November 26, 2024, and approved the minutes from the November 20 meeting. The only substantive item discussed was the process for filling the police chief vacancy, including the possible engagement of professional services, but no decision was made. The meeting adjourned at 6:53 p.m.

• Approved minutes of November 20, 2024 (unanimous)
• Discussed process for filling police chief vacancy and possible professional services (no action taken)

General

The Germantown Groundwater Technical Review Committee will hold a regular meeting to elect a chairperson, approve prior minutes, and review a conditional use permit application from Kwik Trip, Inc. for a motor vehicle filling station within a Groundwater Protection Overlay District. The committee will discuss and take action on the application, which is the only substantive item on the agenda.

• Review and recommendation for a Conditional Use Permit (CUP) for a 'Motor Vehicle Filling Station' in a Groundwater Protection Overlay District, per Section 17.40.12(3) of the Village Zoning Code
• Applicant: Jeff Osgood, Agent for Kwik Trip, Inc.; Property Owner: Ben Venue Properties
• Election of a chairperson
• Approval of GTRC minutes from September 4, 2024

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Germantown Board of Zoning Appeals will hold public hearings on two appeals: a variance request to reduce a side yard setback for a garage addition, and an appeal of a Plan Commission decision requiring removal of a non-conforming pylon sign. The board will also approve minutes from a prior meeting.

• Variance appeal by Ronald Peterson to reduce side yard setback from 20 to 12 feet for garage enlargement at W132 N11267 Forest Drive
• Appeal by County Line LLC of Plan Commission determination requiring removal of non-conforming pylon sign at County Line Road and Appleton Avenue
• Public comments accepted via email until 4 p.m. on meeting day

Tourism Commission

The Germantown Tourism Commission will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes and consider two funding requests: one from Visit Washington County and one from Kiwanis of Germantown for Breakfast with Santa. No other substantive items are on the agenda.

• Funding request by Visit Washington County
• Funding request by Kiwanis of Germantown for Breakfast with Santa
• Approval of October 22, 2024 minutes

The Germantown Tourism Commission approved two funding requests totaling $10,000. Visit Washington County received $5,000 for its 2025 advertising and promotional efforts, and Kiwanis of Germantown received $5,000 for the 2024 Breakfast with Santa event, which is $1,000 more than requested. Both motions passed unanimously by voice vote (4-0).

• Approved $5,000 for Visit Washington County 2025 request (4-0)
• Approved $5,000 for Kiwanis Breakfast with Santa, $1,000 over request (4-0)
• Approved October 22, 2024 minutes as presented (4-0)

Police & Fire Commission

The Germantown Police & Fire Commission is holding a regular meeting to review minutes and conduct interviews for police officer positions, potentially in closed session, to establish an eligibility list. The meeting is open to the public, with comments accepted via email.

• Conducting interviews and establishing an eligibility list for police officer positions
• Possible closed session per Wis. Stats. §19.85 (1) (c) for employment data
• Approval of minutes from November 19, 2024

The Commission convened in closed session to conduct interviews for police officer positions. Upon returning to open session, the Commission approved an eligibility list of candidates to remain valid for one year.

• Approved minutes from November 19, 2024 (unanimous)
• Established a one-year eligibility list of nine candidates for Police Officer (unanimous)

Library Board

The Germantown Community Library Board will hold its regular meeting, covering routine approvals, financial reports, and updates. The main items are a 2025 budget update and a closed session for the Library Director's annual performance review and potential wage increase approval.

• 2025 Budget Update
• Closed session: Library Director Annual Performance Review
• Closed session: Approval of Wage Increase for Library Director
• Approval of October 23, 2024 meeting minutes
• Treasurer's Report and Accounts Payable

The Germantown Community Library Board approved a 2025 merit-based pay increase for the Library Director following a performance review in closed session. The board also approved the treasurer's report, accounts payable, and the October meeting minutes. The 2025 village budget was adopted, restoring library hours to 2023 levels starting January 2, 2025.

• Approved 2025 merit-based pay increase for Library Director (6-0)
• Approved Treasurer's Report as presented (6-0)
• Approved Accounts Payable as presented (6-0)
• Approved October 23, 2024 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Approved agenda as presented (6-0)

Park & Recreation Commission

This regular meeting of the Germantown Park & Recreation Commission has been cancelled. No decisions or discussions will take place.

Police & Fire Commission

The Germantown Police & Fire Commission is meeting to conduct interviews and establish an eligibility list for the position of Lieutenant of Community Risk Reduction. The commission will also discuss the process for filling the chief vacancy, potentially engaging professional services, and may enter closed session to consider employment-related data.

• Conduct interviews and establish eligibility list for Lt. of Community Risk Reduction
• Discuss process for filling Chief vacancy and possible engagement of professional services
• Possible closed session under Wis. Stat. § 19.85(1)(c) for employment data
• Approve meeting minutes from November 14, 2024

The Police & Fire Commission unanimously approved an eligibility list for the Lieutenant of Community Risk Reduction position, valid until December 31. The commission also held closed sessions to discuss filling the Police Chief vacancy and potential professional services for that process, but no final decisions on the Chief role were recorded in the open session.

• Approved minutes from November 14, 2024 (unanimous)
• Established eligibility list for Lt. of Community Risk Reduction (unanimous)
• Convened closed session for Police Chief vacancy processing (unanimous)
• Reconvened open session (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Village Board

The Germantown Village Board will hold a public hearing on the 2025 budget and 2024 tax levy, then vote on resolutions to adopt the budget, levy property taxes, and place special charges on the tax roll. The board will also consider several contracts and licenses, including a $383,255 generator replacement contract and a $23,585.60 sewage pump purchase.

• Public hearing and resolutions for 2025 Village Budget and 2024 Tax Levy
• Contract award to J. Miller Electric for $383,255.00 for generator replacements at Wells 2 and 7
• Purchase of replacement 20 hp submersible sewage pump from Flygt USA for $23,585.60
• Original Combination Class B liquor license for Tybee Holdings LLC, N116W16137 Main St
• Professional services agreement with Ruekert-Mielke not to exceed $20,000 for PSC CRP report

The Germantown Village Board approved the 2025 Village Budget (5-3) and the 2024 property tax levy (8-0). A proposed amendment to shift $25,000 from Highway overtime to Library and Park & Recreation failed (2-6). The board also approved several other items, including a $383,255 generator contract and a police phone system subscription.

• Approved 2025 Village Budget (5-3)
• Approved 2024 property tax levy (8-0)
• Approved special charges on 2024 tax roll (8-0)
• Approved 3-year police phone system subscription (8-0)
• Approved annual stop loss contract with Symetra (8-0)
• Awarded $383,255 generator contract to J. Miller Electric (6-2)
• Failed amendment to move $25,000 from Highway overtime to Library and Park & Recreation (2-6)
• Approved consent agenda including liquor license for Tybee Holdings and $23,585.60 sewage pump purchase (8-0)

General Government & Finance Committee

The Germantown General Government & Finance Committee will consider several items, including a resolution approving the 2025 municipal employees union contract, proposed changes to village impact and connection fees, and a liability insurance proposal for 2025. They will also discuss contract renewals for the police phone system, Civic Plus, Tyler Munis, and a stop loss contract with Symetra, plus a possible purchase of playground equipment for Haupt Strasse Park. The meeting includes routine reports on accounts payable, budget, payroll, and other updates.

• Resolution approving 2025 Municipal Employees Union Local 730 Contract
• Proposed changes to Village Impact Fees and Connection Fees
• 3-year subscription for Police Department phone system
• Acceptance of liability insurance proposal from Municipal Property Insurance Company for 2025
• Consideration of funds to purchase playground equipment for Haupt Strasse Park

The General Government & Finance Committee voted to move Parks, Library, and Water impact fee changes to the Village Board for consideration, while holding Fire and Law Enforcement impact fees pending further studies. It also approved the 2025 union contract, a police phone system subscription, Civic Plus renewal, Symetra stop-loss contract, liability insurance for $109,479, and playground equipment funds. Purchasing policy changes and Tyler Munis renewal were postponed to the next meeting.

• Approved 2025 Municipal Employees Union Local 730 contract (3-0)
• Approved 3-year police department phone system subscription (3-0)
• Approved Civic Plus contract renewal (3-0)
• Approved annual stop-loss contract with Symetra (3-0)
• Approved Municipal Property Insurance Company liability insurance for $109,479 (3-0)
• Approved funds for playground equipment at Haupt Strasse Park (3-0)
• Moved Parks, Library, and Water impact fees to Village Board; held Fire and Law Enforcement impact fees (3-0)
• Postponed purchasing policy changes and Tyler Munis renewal to next meeting (3-0)

Utility Advisory Committee

The Utility Advisory Committee will hold a regular meeting to review an Ehlers report on proposed changes to sewer connection and water impact fees, and to make a recommendation on a revised Sanitary Sewer Service Area. Public comments can be submitted by email before the meeting.

• Ehlers report on proposed changes to sewer connection and water impact fees
• Recommendation on a revised Sanitary Sewer Service Area
• Approval of minutes from August 15, 2024

The Utility Advisory Committee recommended updating water impact fees based on an Ehlers report, and referred a revised sanitary sewer service area proposal back to staff for further review. The committee also approved the August 15, 2024 minutes.

• Recommended water impact fees update (4-1)
• Referred Isabel Farms area proposal back to staff for further review (4-1)
• Approved August 15, 2024 minutes (4-0, 1 abstention)

Police & Fire Commission

The Germantown Police & Fire Commission will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes and conduct interviews for police officer positions, potentially in closed session, to establish an eligibility list. The meeting is open to the public, with options for remote attendance and email comments.

• Approval of November 13, 2024 meeting minutes
• Interviews for police officer positions and creation of an eligibility list
• Possible closed session under Wis. Stats. §19.85(1)(c) for employment data

The Police and Fire Commission met on November 14, 2024, and approved the minutes from the previous meeting. The commission convened into closed session to conduct interviews for police officer positions and later reconvened in open session to establish an eligibility list of all interviewed candidates, listed alphabetically. The meeting adjourned after setting the next meeting date for November 19, 2024.

• Approved minutes from November 13, 2024 (unanimous)
• Convened into closed session for police officer interviews (unanimous)
• Reconvened into open session (unanimous)
• Established eligibility list of police officer candidates (unanimous)

Police & Fire Commission

The Germantown Police & Fire Commission is holding a regular meeting to approve minutes from August 21, 2024, and conduct interviews for police officer positions to establish an eligibility list. The interviews may occur in closed session under state law, with any action taken in open session.

• Conducting interviews and establishing an eligibility list for police officer positions
• Possible closed session per Wis. Stats. §19.85 (1) (c) for employment data
• Approval of August 21, 2024 meeting minutes

The Police & Fire Commission approved its August 21, 2024 minutes, then met in closed session from 6:07 to 8:35 p.m. to interview candidates for Police Officer. Back in open session, the commission agreed to establish an eligibility list of all interviewed candidates, listed alphabetically, drawing from interviews on the 13th, 14th and 20th. No hiring decision or list of names was recorded in these minutes.

• Approved minutes of August 21, 2024 (unanimous)
• Convened into closed session at 6:07 p.m. for police officer interviews (unanimous)
• Reconvened into open session at 8:35 p.m. (unanimous)
• Agreed to establish an eligibility list of all interviewed Police Officer candidates, in alphabetical order
• Adjourned at 8:36 p.m. (unanimous roll call)

Village Board

The regular Village Board meeting scheduled for November 12, 2024, has been cancelled. The only substantive item noted is an original Class B alcohol beverage license application by Tybee Holdings LLC at N116W16137 Main Street, which will be acted on at the next regular meeting on November 18, 2024, after a Public Safety Committee review on November 12.

• Original Class B alcohol beverage license application by Tybee Holdings LLC at N116W16137 Main Street
• Action deferred to November 18, 2024 Village Board meeting
• Public Safety Committee review scheduled for November 12, 2024 at 6:30pm

Public Safety Committee

The Germantown Public Safety Committee will hear a presentation on the cost of a combined public safety building versus independent Police and Fire buildings, and discuss locational needs for both departments. They will also consider a liquor license application, an outside premise extension, an AXON lease agreement, and a contract for executive selection services. The meeting includes routine reports and approval of prior minutes.

• Presentation and discussion on cost of combined public safety building vs. independent Police and Fire buildings (GRAEF/PRA/Moore Construction)
• Application for Original Combination Class B fermented malt beverage and intoxicating liquor license for Tybee Holdings LLC, N116W16137 Main St
• Annual Outside Premise Extension Application for Tybee Holdings LLC, N116W16137 Main St
• AXON Lease Agreement
• Contract with McMahon for Executive Selection Services

The Public Safety Committee approved a new liquor license for Tybee Holdings LLC, an outside premise extension, an updated AXON lease, and a contract with McMahon for executive search services not to exceed $15,000. They also discussed the proposed Public Safety Building, with a presentation showing a combined building would be less expensive than separate ones. No final decision was made on the building.

• Approved original combination Class B liquor license for Tybee Holdings LLC (4-0)
• Approved annual outside premise extension for Tybee Holdings LLC (3-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved AXON lease amendment with $66,865.64 increase funded by ARPA (4-0)
• Approved contract with McMahon for executive selection services not to exceed $15,000 (3-1)

Public Works & Highways Committee

The Germantown Public Works & Highways Committee will consider several contracts, including a $383,255 generator replacement award and a $100,000 construction administration agreement. They will also discuss a rural street tree pruning project and approve a sewage pump purchase. The meeting includes routine items like minutes approval and a director's report.

• Award contract to J. Miller Electric for $383,255.00 for generator replacements at Wells 2 and 7
• Professional services agreement with Foth up to $100,000 for construction administration and inspection for generator replacements
• Professional services agreement with Ruekert-Mielke up to $20,000 for additional work on PSC CRP report
• Purchase replacement 20 hp submersible sewage pump from Flygt USA for Lift Station 7 at $23,585.60
• Discussion of tree pruning/removal on Mary Buth Ln, Oakwood Dr, Highland Rd and possibly other roads

The committee approved several infrastructure expenditures, including generator replacements and a new sewage pump. A professional services agreement for construction inspection was sent back for a lower bid. The committee also discussed a rural street tree pruning project to improve roadway access.

• Approved $383,255 contract to J. Miller Electric for generator replacements at Wells 2 and 7 (3-1)
• Approved $20,000 agreement with Ruekert-Mielke for PSC CRP report work (4-0)
• Approved $23,585.60 purchase of a replacement sewage pump from Flygt USA for Lift Station 7 (4-0)
• Approved acceptance of water main improvements for Keller Town 9 (4-0)
• Sent Foth proposal for construction administration back for a lower bid (4-0)
• Approved October 1, 2024 meeting minutes (4-0)

Plan Commission

The Germantown Plan Commission will hold public hearings and take action on several items, including a final plat for a 26-lot subdivision, a site plan for a 30-acre solar facility, a rezone and conditional use permit for a solid waste business, and proposed text amendments to the municipal code. They will also consider sign reviews, fence permits, and a deadline extension.

• Final plat for Wrenwood North Addition No. 1 (26 single-family lots) south of Freistadt Road and Pleasant View Drive
• CSM and site plan for 30-acre solar facility at N132W18100 Rockfield Road
• Rezone from M1 to M2 and CUP for solid waste disposal business at FDL Ave. and Spaten Ct.
• Text amendments to Chapters 17.41, 17.43, 17.45, 17.46 of Municipal Code
• Sign review for two wall signs for Relish Supper Club at N116W15841 Main Street

The Germantown Plan Commission voted 6-0 to deny a request to rezone 12.7 acres from M-1 to M-2 and to deny a conditional use permit for a solid waste disposal, collection and transportation operation at FDL Ave. and Spaten Ct. The commission instead recognized the proposed use as similar to the Waste Management facility in the M-2 district, meaning it would require rezoning and a CUP. The commission also approved a 26-lot final subdivision plat for Wrenwood North Addition No. 1/Phase 2, postponed a 30-acre solar energy facility decision to next month, approved 10 zoning text amendments, approved a wall sign for Relish Supper Club with conditions, approved two fence permits in a drainage easement, and extended a site plan deadline for a commercial parking lot and townhouse project.

• Approved final subdivision plat for Wrenwood North Addition No. 1/Phase 2 (26 single-family lots) with 4 conditions (6-0)
• Postponed decision on 30-acre solar energy facility at N132W18100 Rockfield Road to next month's meeting (6-0)
• Recognized proposed solid waste operation as similar to Waste Management facility in M-2 district (6-0)
• Denied rezoning from M-1 to M-2 and conditional use permit for Harter's Lakeside Disposal solid waste operation (0-6)
• Approved 10 text amendments to zoning code sections 17.41, 17.43, 17.45, and 17.46 (6-0)
• Approved one wall sign for Relish Supper Club with condition to remove reader board, amended to allow sign to stay until replacement with frame, cover, and dim illumination (6-0)
• Approved zoning permit for 4' fence in storm sewer easement at W151N11811 Mistletoe Road with 6 conditions and amendment allowing shared fence if HOA approves (6-0)
• Approved zoning permit for 4' fence in storm sewer easement at W151N11793 Mistletoe Road with same 6 conditions (6-0)

Library Board

The Germantown Community Library Board is meeting to handle routine business including approving minutes, receiving financial reports, and hearing updates on the 2024 FFP Grant, Patio Project, and 2025 Budget. They will also discuss the 2025 Library Calendar. The agenda is largely procedural with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

• 2024 FFP Grant Update
• Patio Project Update
• 2025 Budget Update
• 2025 Library Calendar discussion
• Approval of September 25, 2024 meeting minutes

The Germantown Community Library Board approved awarding patio naming rights to the MOMS Club of Germantown based on their donations of over $18,000. The board also approved the 2025 library calendar, the treasurer's report, accounts payable, and the September meeting minutes. The library was not awarded a 2024 Flexible Facilities Program Grant.

• Approved patio naming rights for MOMS Club of Germantown (7-0)
• Approved 2025 library calendar (6-1)
• Approved treasurer's report (7-0)
• Approved accounts payable report (7-0)
• Approved September 25, 2024 meeting minutes (6-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved agenda as presented (7-0)

Tourism Commission

The Germantown Tourism Commission is holding its regular meeting to approve minutes from July 8, 2024, and to consider a funding request from Germantown Parks and Recreation for the Fourth of July Celebration. No other substantive items are on the agenda.

• Funding request by Germantown Parks and Recreation for Fourth of July Celebration
• Approval of July 8, 2024 meeting minutes

The Germantown Tourism Commission approved a funding request from the Parks and Recreation Department for the 2025 Fourth of July Celebration. The motion passed unanimously 4-0. The commission also approved the minutes of its July 8, 2024 meeting. The meeting adjourned at 5:20 PM.

• Approved funding request by Germantown Parks and Recreation for the 2025 Fourth of July Celebration (4-0)
• Approved July 8, 2024 meeting minutes as presented (4-0)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Germantown Historic Preservation Commission is holding a regular meeting to consider a Certificate of Appropriateness for a property at W156N11685 Pilgrim Road and discuss a historic picture restoration project. The agenda also includes approval of the September 18, 2024 minutes and public comment opportunities.

• Certificate of Appropriateness for W156N11685 Pilgrim Road
• Historic Picture Restoration discussion
• Approval of September 18, 2024 meeting minutes

The Historic Preservation Commission approved a Certificate of Appropriateness for Jacob Schlaefer and a restoration plan for the Schottler home. The commission also approved the minutes from the September 18, 2024 meeting.

• Approved minutes from 9/18/24
• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for Jacob Schlaefer (Homestead)
• Approved restoration of Schottler home to black and white

General Government & Finance Committee

The Germantown General Government & Finance Committee will consider several personnel and financial items, including resolutions for the 2025 non-union merit pool and the 2025 Municipal Employees Union Local 730 contract. They will also review a draft legal services RFP, approve a new DPW job description and pay classification, and vote on disallowing a claim. Reports on accounts payable, budget, payroll, turnover, and contracts will be presented.

• Resolution authorizing 2025 Non-Union Merit Pool
• Resolution approving 2025 Municipal Employees Union Local 730 Contract
• Draft Legal Services Request for Proposals
• Approval of job description and pay classification for DPW Asset Management and Operations Specialist
• Resolution disallowing claim of Mayshell Sardina

The committee approved a pay increase for the Fire Department Administrative Manager to $26.00/hour and authorized the 2025 Non-Union Merit Pool, contingent on the 2025 budget passing. They also approved a new DPW Asset Management job description and disallowed a claim by Mayshell Sardina. The 2025 Municipal Employees Union Local 730 contract was postponed to the next meeting.

• Approved FD Administrative Manager pay increase to $26.00/hour (3-0)
• Approved 2025 Non-Union Merit Pool resolution, contingent on 2025 budget (3-0)
• Postponed 2025 Municipal Employees Union Local 730 contract resolution (3-0)
• Approved DPW Asset Management and Operations Specialist job description and pay classification, contingent on 2025 budget (3-0)
• Approved resolution disallowing claim of Mayshell Sardina (2-1)
• Approved September 16, 2024 minutes with amendments (3-0)

Village Board

The Germantown Village Board will consider a rezoning application for a 570-unit mixed-use development called ArborVillage, along with several public safety items including a fire station design contract and budget amendments. The board will also discuss Village Center District development and property acquisition strategies, potentially in closed session. Public comments are accepted via email or in person.

• Rezone 65.2 acres east of Fond du Lac Avenue/STH145 and north of Donges Bay Road from M-1 to Rm-3 and B-1 PDD for ArborVillage (570 dwelling units, 24,000 sq ft retail)
• Award Fire Station #2 addition and remodel design services to Graef for $419,000
• Police vehicle squad changeover (F150 and Explorer using ARPA funds)
• Resolution disallowing claim of Mayshell Sardina
• Discussion on Village Center District development and property acquisition (possible closed session)

The Village Board denied the rezoning request for the 570-unit ArborVillage mixed-use development, with both motions failing (3-5 and 0-8). The board approved a motion to overturn staff's determination and allow Jerry Weidmann to install a mound system for sanitary sewer. It also approved a cost comparison for a combined police/fire location, sent the Fire Station #2 design agreement to the Public Safety Committee, and approved 2024 budget amendments and a police vehicle purchase.

• Denied rezoning for ArborVillage (570 units, 24,000 sq ft retail) (3-5, 0-8)
• Approved overturning staff sewer determination, allowing mound system for Weidmann (7-0-1)
• Approved cost comparison for combined police/fire location to Public Safety Committee (8-0)
• Sent Fire Station #2 design agreement ($419,000) to Public Safety Committee (8-0)
• Approved Public Safety 2024 budget amendments (8-0)
• Approved police vehicle squad changeover Explorer (ARPA funds) (8-0)
• Approved resolution disallowing claim of Mayshell Sardina (7-1)
• Approved directing staff to proceed on Village Center property acquisition strategy (8-0)

Senior Advisory Committee

The Germantown Senior Advisory Committee is holding a regular meeting to discuss old and new business, including reports on the Soirée Dinner, Senior Club, Senior Center, and van operations, as well as AV equipment. The meeting is primarily for receiving updates and reports, with no major decisions or public hearings on the agenda.

• Soirée Dinner Report
• Senior Club Report
• Senior Center Report
• Van Report
• AV Equipment discussion

The Germantown Senior Center Advisory Board approved the July 2024 minutes and then heard reports on the senior center, van, AV equipment, and director's updates. No new motions were made on old or new business items; the only votes recorded were to accept the July minutes and to adjourn. The board adjourned to its next meeting on January 16, 2025.

• Approved July 2024 minutes (motion by Jackie Shebesta, seconded by Faye Price; carried)
• Adjourned the meeting (motion by Jackie Shebesta, seconded by Norine; carried)

Park & Recreation Commission

The Germantown Park & Recreation Commission will meet to approve minutes, introduce a new member, and take action on Winter/Spring 2024-25 program fees and charges. They will also discuss a feasibility study for the Kinderberg Sprayground and July 4th events, along with receiving reports from the village and school boards and the director.

• Winter/Spring 2024-25 Program Fees & Charges - Discussion & Action
• Feasibility Study for Kinderberg Sprayground - Discussion
• July 4th - Discussion
• Introduction of School Board Representative Tracy Pawlak
• Approval of July 17, 2024 minutes

The Park & Recreation Commission approved the Winter/Spring 2024-25 program fees and charges as presented. The commission also discussed a feasibility study for the Kinderberg Sprayground and the future of the July 4th event, with consensus to draft a letter to the Village Board recommending the department not run the event. No formal action was taken on these latter items.

• Approved Winter/Spring 2024-25 Fees and Charges (5-0)
• Approved July 17, 2024 minutes (4-0, Pawlak abstained)

Committee of the Whole

The Germantown Committee of the Whole is meeting to review the 2025 budget, covering special revenue, health and dental, tax increment district, debt service, and capital projects funds. They will also discuss outstanding items and the publication of a public hearing notice. The agenda includes approval of minutes from October 1 and 8, 2024, and is otherwise procedural.

• 2025 Budget Review: Special Revenue Funds
• 2025 Budget Review: Health and Dental Funds
• 2025 Budget Review: Tax Increment District Funds
• 2025 Budget Review: Debt Service Fund
• 2025 Budget Review: Capital Projects

The Committee of the Whole reviewed the 2025 budget and approved the Capital Projects budget as amended, moving $77,000 in technology and GIS requests to the General Fund paid from additional state revenue. It also approved reducing the debt service levy by $397,685, funded from the Public Works building contingency. A motion to remove $50,000 from the Firemen's Park renovation fund failed.

• Approved Capital Projects budget as amended (6-1)
• Moved $77,000 in tech/GIS requests to General Fund (5-2)
• Reduced debt service levy by $397,685 from DPW contingency (6-1)
• Failed to remove $50,000 from Firemen's Park renovation fund (2-5)
• Approved using ~$58,000 state revenue to replace interest income (7-0)
• Failed to split ~$58,000 between Park & Rec and Library (1-6)

Plan Commission

The Germantown Plan Commission will hold a public hearing and consider action on a request to rezone 65.2 acres for the ArborVillage mixed-use development, which includes 570 dwelling units and 24,000 sq ft of retail. The commission will also review a solar facility site plan, a truck sales facility, a subdivision plat, and receive a presentation on farmland preservation. A staff request to table proposed text amendments to the municipal code until November 11, 2024, is also on the agenda.

• Public hearing on rezoning 65.2 acres from M-1 to Rm-3 and B-1 PDD for ArborVillage (570 units, 24,000 sq ft retail)
• Site plan review for 30-acre solar energy facility at N132W18100 Rockfield Road
• Site plan review for 37,700 sq ft truck sales facility at N128W21795 Hwy 167
• Final plat for Wrenwood North Phase 2 (26 single-family lots)
• Presentation on Wisconsin Farmland Preservation Program and draft county plan

The Germantown Plan Commission denied a request to rezone 65.2 acres for the ArborVillage mixed-use development, which would have included 570 condominium units and 24,000 sq ft of retail. The motion to approve failed 0-5, with all present members voting no. The commission also tabled a solar energy facility proposal and the Wrenwood North subdivision plat until the November 11 meeting.

• Denied rezoning for ArborVillage mixed-use development (0-5)
• Approved minutes from September 9, 2024 (5-0)
• Tabled proposed text amendments to zoning code until November 11 (5-0)
• Tabled OneEnergy solar facility CSM and site plan until November 11 (5-0)
• Approved Truck Country site plan for truck sales facility (3-0, 1 abstention)
• Tabled Wrenwood North final subdivision plat until November 11 (5-0)

Board of Review

The Germantown Board of Review will meet to review and certify the 2024 assessment roll, handle procedural items like selecting officers and verifying training, and consider objections from two property owners. The board will also address waivers, telephone testimony requests, and any corrections to the roll.

• Objection by Dong Zheng for property at N114W16683 Royal Ct, Germantown
• Objection by Nicholas & Terri Glaser for property at N144 W20877 Pioneer Rd, Richfield
• Certification of 2024 assessment roll as corrected by assessor
• Review of corrections of error under state law sec 70.43
• Approval of minutes from June 4, 2024 meeting

The Germantown Board of Review certified the 2024 assessment roll, which reflected a 40% increase in assessed values due to a revaluation, and approved a waiver allowing Meridian Germantown c/o Walmart to appeal directly to circuit court. The board also upheld the Assessor's $1,119,400 assessment for the Glaser property and denied three waiver requests for 48-hour notice of intent to file objections. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Certified 2024 assessment roll with 40% increase in assessed values
• Approved waiver for Meridian Germantown c/o Walmart to appeal to circuit court (5-0)
• Upheld Assessor's $1,119,400 assessment for Glaser property (5-0)
• Denied three waiver requests for 48-hour notice of intent to file objections (5-0)
• Adjourned sine die (5-0)

Economic Development Commission

The Economic Development Commission is holding a regular meeting. The main item is a review of previous ideas or plans for the downtown area, with attachments added. The agenda is otherwise procedural, including approval of minutes from the September 18 meeting.

• Review of previous ideas or plans for the Downtown Area (attachments added)
• Approval of minutes from September 18, 2024 meeting

The Economic Development Commission voted to amend the September 18, 2024 minutes to include comments from Trustee Phil Hudson, and the original motion to approve the minutes as presented failed. The commission discussed potential survey questions for resident input on downtown redevelopment but deferred further action pending additional discussion on focus areas and desired development types. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Amended September 18, 2024 minutes to include Trustee Hudson's comments (7-0)
• Motion to approve September minutes as presented failed (0-6, 1 abstention)

Committee of the Whole

The Germantown Committee of the Whole is meeting to review all village departments, including administration, IT, clerk, treasurer, community development, and municipal development. The agenda is primarily a departmental review with no specific action items listed. Public comments can be submitted by email before the meeting.

• Departmental review of Non-Departmental, Village Board, Administration, IT, Clerk, Treasurer, Community Development, Municipal Development
• Approval of minutes from October 1, 2024 (forthcoming)
• Next meeting scheduled for October 15, 2024 at 6:00 PM

The Committee of the Whole reviewed proposed 2025 budgets for eight village departments, including Administration, Clerk, and Community Development. Trustees discussed potential changes to Economic Development Washington County (EDWC) membership tiers and funding, but all motions regarding these changes failed to pass. No final budget approvals were made during this meeting.

• Motion to reallocate EDWC funds to Fourth of July budget retracted
• Motion to lower EDWC membership tier failed (0-8)
• Motion to amend EDWC budget based on year-end credits failed (4-4)

Public Safety Committee

The Germantown Public Safety Committee is meeting to discuss and potentially act on several public safety items, including a proposed ordinance amendment on noise disturbances and a new section permitting outdoor entertainment. The committee will also review 2024 budget amendments, squad car changeovers, and updates on dispatch consolidation and the public safety building. Additionally, they will consider temporary liquor licenses for St. Boniface Church events and a resolution to adopt the Washington County All Hazard Mitigation Plan.

• Ordinance amending Section 9.07 (noise disturbances) and creating Section 12.03 (permitting outdoor entertainment)
• Public Safety 2024 Budget Amendments
• Squad changeover (regular and ARPA funds)
• Temporary Class 'B' Retailer's Licenses for St. Boniface Church events (spaghetti dinner, trivia night, fish frys)
• Resolution to adopt Washington County All Hazard Mitigation Plan

The Public Safety Committee approved three temporary liquor licenses for St. Boniface Church events, 2024 budget amendments, and two squad changeovers (one with a 3-1 vote). The noise ordinance amendment was tabled to 11/4/24 for further discussion. The Washington County All Hazard Mitigation Plan resolution was approved.

• Approved temporary Class B license for St. Boniface spaghetti dinner (4-0)
• Approved temporary Class B/Class B license for St. Boniface trivia night (4-0)
• Approved temporary Class B license for St. Boniface fish frys (4-0)
• Approved 2024 budget amendments for Police & Fire (4-0)
• Approved squad changeover for 2023 approved vehicle (4-0)
• Approved squad changeover using ARPA funds (3-1)
• Tabled noise ordinance amendment to 11/4/24 (4-0)
• Approved resolution to adopt Washington County All Hazard Mitigation Plan (4-0)

Village Board

The Germantown Village Board is meeting to consider consent agenda items including contracts for a lift station study, sewer lining, and access control, plus several temporary liquor licenses. They will also discuss the municipal code for solicitors, canvassers, and peddlers, and consider a change order for Well 12 lining, adoption of the county hazard mitigation plan, and rescheduling the November 4th meeting. A closed session is planned for the administrator's performance goals.

• Award Old Farm and Main St Lift Station study to Ruekert & Mielke for $50,000
• Award 2025 sewer lining contract to VisuSewer for $140,633.50
• Award Village Hall access control system installation to O&W Communications for $54,455
• Change order to JH Hassinger for Well 12 lining in amount of $154,580.20
• Discussion on municipal code for solicitors, canvassers, and peddlers

The Germantown Village Board approved the consent agenda (items A-D, F-H) and separately approved item E regarding a sanitary sewer easement with MLG. The board directed staff to change solicitor hours to 10 AM-sunset and exempt non-profits from permit requirements. It also approved a $154,580.20 change order for Well 12 lining, adopted the Washington County All Hazard Mitigation Plan, and rescheduled the November 4th meeting to November 12th.

• Approved consent agenda items A-D, F-H (7-1)
• Approved item E: MLG sanitary sewer easement and land transfer (6-1)
• Directed staff to change solicitor hours to 10 AM-sunset and exempt non-profits (7-0)
• Approved $154,580.20 change order for Well 12 lining (8-0)
• Adopted Washington County All Hazard Mitigation Plan (8-0)
• Rescheduled November 4th meeting to November 12th (8-0)

Joint Review Board

The Germantown Joint Review Board will meet to review public records, planning documents, and resolutions passed by the Plan Commission and Village Board. The board will consider an amended project plan and boundaries for Tax Incremental District No. 9, review annual reports for active districts, and approve a resolution acknowledging compliance with annual meeting requirements.

• Consideration of Resolution Approving an Amended Project Plan and Boundaries for Tax Incremental District No. 9
• Review of TID 6, 7, 8, 9 Annual Reports
• Approval of Resolution Acknowledging Filing of Annual Reports and Compliance with Annual Meeting Requirement

The Germantown Joint Review Board approved the resolution for an amended project plan and boundaries for Tax Incremental District No. 9. The board also approved the minutes from September 9, 2024, reviewed annual PE-300 reports for active TIDs, and approved a resolution acknowledging the filing of annual reports and compliance with annual meeting requirements.

• Approved September 9, 2024 minutes (5-0)
• Approved JRB TID 9 resolution as presented (5-0)
• Approved Annual JRB Meeting Resolution (5-0)

Public Works & Highways Committee

The Public Works & Highways Committee will consider several contract awards and approvals, including a sewer lining contract, a lift station study, and security system upgrades. They will also review a change order for sewer planning and an easement agreement. Public comment is limited to three minutes per person, and no action will be taken on comments.

• Change order to Ruekert & Mielke for Sewer Facilities Plan modifications, $12,800
• Award of Old Farm and Main St Lift Station study to Ruekert & Mielke, $50,000
• Award of 2025 sewer lining contract to VisuSewer, $140,633.50
• Award of Village Hall access control system installation to O&W Communications, $54,455
• Award of Village Hall security system replacement to O&W Communications, $9,300

The Public Works & Highways Committee approved six items, including a $12,800 change order for sewer facilities plan modifications, a $50,000 study for lift station upgrades, a $140,633.50 sewer lining contract, a $54,455 access control system installation, a $9,300 security system replacement, and a no-cost sewer easement agreement. All motions passed unanimously (4-0). The committee also heard the Director's report on completed paving, upcoming road and seal coat plans, and a Public Safety Building study.

• Approved $12,800 change order to Ruekert & Mielke for sewer facilities plan modifications (4-0)
• Approved $50,000 professional services agreement to Ruekert & Mielke for Old Farm and Main St lift station study (4-0)
• Approved $140,633.50 sewer lining contract to VisuSewer (4-0)
• Approved $54,455 access control system installation contract to O&W Communications (4-0)
• Approved $9,300 security system replacement project to O&W Communications (4-0)
• Approved sanitary sewer easement and land transfer agreement with MLG for High Point Pass right-of-way (4-0)

Committee of the Whole

The Germantown Committee of the Whole is meeting to review departmental budgets for Recreation, Senior Center, Engineering, Highway, Parks, Buildings & Grounds, Residential Yard Waste, Water Utility, and Sewer Utility. The meeting includes approval of minutes from September 30, 2024, and setting the next meeting date. No specific dollar amounts or decisions are listed in the agenda.

• Budget review for Recreation, Senior Center, Engineering, Highway, Parks, Buildings & Grounds, Residential Yard Waste, Water Utility, Sewer Utility
• Approval of minutes from September 30, 2024
• Next meeting scheduled for October 8, 2024 at 6:00 PM

The Committee of the Whole reviewed the 2025 departmental budgets for Recreation, Senior Center, Engineering, Highways, Parks, Buildings & Grounds, Residential Yard Waste, Water Utility, and Sewer Utility. Finance Director Uselding reported that the Village received $135,922 more in net state aid than budgeted, with options including reducing the tax levy or restoring seal coating. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was for discussion and review.

• Approved minutes of September 30, 2024 (7-0, 1 abstention)
• Reviewed 2025 Recreation budget, including $20,000 increase in part-time salaries
• Reviewed 2025 Senior Center budget, no major changes
• Reviewed 2025 Engineering budget, including proposed Asset Manager position
• Reviewed 2025 Highways, Parks, Buildings & Grounds budget, including $70,000 increase for tree planting
• Reviewed 2025 Residential Yard Waste budget, noting new permit sticker process
• Reviewed 2025 Water Utility budget, including meter replacement program
• Reviewed 2025 Sewer Utility budget, including 4% rate increase and MMSD charges

Committee of the Whole

The Germantown Committee of the Whole is meeting to review departmental budgets for the Library, Police Department, and Fire Department. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from October 25, 2023, and setting the next meeting date. No final decisions are listed; this is a review and discussion session.

• Review of Library department budget
• Review of Police Department budget
• Review of Fire Department budget
• Approval of minutes from October 25, 2023
• Next meeting scheduled for October 1, 2024

The Committee of the Whole reviewed the 2025 recommended budget, which includes an estimated $251 average increase to the Village portion of the tax bill for a $350,000 home, primarily due to the Police and Fire referendum. A motion to postpone the Library budget to October 8 failed (1-7), but trustees requested it be revisited on October 15. No final budget decisions were made.

• Approved minutes of October 25, 2023 (7-0, 1 abstention)
• Motion to postpone Library budget to October 8 failed (1-7)
• Library budget review continued; no action taken
• Police Department budget reviewed; no action taken
• Fire Department budget reviewed; no action taken

Library Board

The Germantown Community Library Board is holding its regular monthly meeting. The board will approve minutes from prior meetings, hear citizen input, review financial reports, and receive updates on unfinished business including the 2024 FFP Grant, the Patio Project, and the 2025 Budget. No new business items are listed on the agenda.

• 2024 FFP Grant Update
• Patio Project Update
• 2025 Budget Update
• Treasurer's Report and Accounts Payable
• Approval of August 28 and September 11 meeting minutes

The Germantown Community Library Board held its regular meeting on September 25, 2024, with four members present. The board approved the agenda, the August 28 and September 11 meeting minutes, the Treasurer's Report, and Accounts Payable, all by 4-0 votes. No new business was taken up; reports covered the patio project, a pending state grant, and the 2025 budget process.

• Approved agenda as presented (4-0)
• Approved August 28, 2024 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved September 11, 2024 special meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved Treasurer's Report as presented (4-0)
• Approved Accounts Payable as presented (4-0)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Germantown Historic Preservation Commission is meeting to consider a postponed application for a Certificate of Appropriateness for Christ Evangelical Church, discuss updates to a driving brochure and web page, and explore potential historic properties. The agenda also includes discussion on framing for Village Hall and approval of the August minutes. No new business is listed.

• Christ Evangelical Church Certificate of Appropriateness application (postponed from August 14)
• Driving brochure and web page update discussion
• Potential historic properties for consideration
• Foster Property framing for Village Hall
• Minutes from August 14, 2024

The Historic Preservation Commission approved the Germantown Historical Society's application for a Certificate of Appropriateness for Christ Evangelical Church. The commission also discussed a driving brochure and web page update, potential properties for designation, and the Foster Property framing update, but no other formal decisions were made.

• Approved Germantown Historical Society application for Certificate of Appropriateness for Christ Evangelical Church (motion by Katelyn, second by Christine)
• Approved minutes from 8/14/24 meeting (motion by Barb, second by Christine)

Economic Development Commission

The Economic Development Commission will consider a draft Request for Proposals for the redevelopment of Fire Station 1 and review previous ideas or plans for the downtown area. The meeting includes approval of the August 14, 2024 minutes. Public comments can be submitted by email before 4 p.m. on the meeting day.

• Draft RFP for redevelopment of Fire Station 1
• Review of previous downtown area plans (attachments added)
• Approval of August 14, 2024 minutes

The Commission reviewed potential redevelopment ideas for the downtown area and the former Fire Station 1. Members decided to create a ten-question survey to gather public input on downtown development, using questions from the 2050 Plan Survey.

• Approved August 14, 2024 meeting minutes (7-0)

Park & Recreation Commission

This regular meeting of the Germantown Park & Recreation Commission has been cancelled. No items will be discussed or decided.

General Government & Finance Committee

The General Government & Finance Committee will discuss requests for proposals for professional services, shortening Village Board meetings, and an ARPA update. New business includes a resolution authorizing up to $2,790,000 in general obligation promissory notes and a pay item for the Fire Department Administrative Manager.

• Resolution authorizing issuance of up to $2,790,000 General Obligation Promissory Notes, Series 2024B
• Discussion on RFPs for Professional Services
• Discussion on shortening Village Board meetings
• ARPA update
• Fire Department Administrative Manager pay

The General Government & Finance Committee approved a resolution for the sale of general obligation promissory notes. The committee also forwarded recommendations to the Village Board on how to shorten board meetings.

• Approved issuance and sale of not to exceed $2,790,000 General Obligation Promissory Notes, Series 2024B (2-1)
• Approved forwarding recommendations to shorten Village Board meetings to the Village Board (3-0)
• Approved August 19, 2024 minutes with amendments (3-0)
• Tabled FD Administrative Manager pay increase pending job description review (3-0)

Village Board

The Germantown Village Board will consider several significant items, including issuing up to $2,790,000 in general obligation promissory notes, approving an amendment to Tax Incremental District No. 9, and selecting an alternative for the Division Road reconstruction. The board will also review the 2025 budget, a revaluation market update, and survey results on budget priorities. Consent agenda items include contracts for cleaning services ($562,752) and towel/mat service ($49,206.83), plus a radio purchase funded by a county grant.

• Resolution to issue up to $2,790,000 General Obligation Promissory Notes, Series 2024B
• Resolution approving amendment to Project Plan and Boundaries of Tax Incremental District No. 9
• Selection of Division Road Reconstruction Alternative
• Award of 3-year building cleaning services contract to Vanguard Cleaning Systems for $562,752.00
• Certified Survey Map and Conditional Use Permits for property at N114 W18686 Clinton Drive

The Germantown Village Board approved an amendment to the project plan and boundaries of Tax Incremental District No. 9 by a 5-4 vote. The board also approved a certified survey map and conditional use permits for Green Hills Industries, authorized up to $2.79 million in general obligation promissory notes, and selected the intermediate 'pulverize and reconstruct' approach for Division Road reconstruction. All other agenda items were approved unanimously, including consent agenda items and the appointment of Russ Ewert to the Plan Commission.

• Approved TID 9 amendment (5-4)
• Approved Green Hills Industries certified survey map and conditional use permits (9-0)
• Authorized $2,790,000 general obligation promissory notes (9-0)
• Selected intermediate 'pulverize and reconstruct' for Division Road (9-0)
• Approved consent agenda items A-D, F-I (9-0)
• Approved consent agenda item E (Truck Country development agreement) (9-0)
• Tabled discussion on solicitors/canvassers/peddlers code until next meeting (9-0)
• Appointed Russ Ewert to Plan Commission (9-0)

Library Board

The Germantown Community Library Board is meeting to consider the 2025 Library Budget as the sole new business item. The agenda includes standard procedural items such as call to order, roll call, agenda approval, and citizen input, with no other substantive topics listed.

• 2025 Library Budget review

The Germantown Community Library Board held a special meeting on September 11, 2024, and approved the 2025 Library Budget as submitted. The vote was unanimous (6-0). No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting also included approval of the agenda and a brief discussion of the budget process.

• Approved 2025 Library Budget as submitted (6-0)
• Approved meeting agenda as presented (6-0)

Public Safety Committee

The Germantown Public Safety Committee is meeting to receive monthly police, fire, and overtime reports, and to discuss policy updates. They will also address unfinished business including dispatch consolidation, the public safety building, weather sirens, and a municipal code on solicitors. New business includes a Flock camera lease agreement and two alcohol-related applications.

• Flock Camera Lease Agreement
• Washington County Radio Grant - Resolution
• Weather Siren Update and Requested Quotes
• Discussion on Municipal Code for Solicitors, Canvassers, and Peddlers
• Application for Temporary Outside Premise Extension - Bixenberg Tavern (private wedding 10/04/2024)

The Public Safety Committee approved several items, including a Washington County radio grant resolution, a Flock camera lease agreement, and a temporary outdoor extension for a private wedding. They also took no action on weather siren quotes, requesting further review. The dispatch consolidation to Washington County was reported as complete.

• Approved Washington County Radio Grant resolution (4-0)
• Approved Flock Camera Lease Agreement (4-0)
• Approved Aldi successor agent appointment (4-0)
• Approved temporary outside premise extension for Bixenberg Tavern (4-0)
• Took no action on weather siren quotes, requested further options (3-1)

Joint Review Board

The Germantown Joint Review Board is meeting to review and discuss a draft project plan for a Tax Incremental District (TID). The board will also consider setting a future meeting date to approve the TID. This is a working session; no formal action on the TID is expected at this meeting.

• Review and discuss draft project plan for a TID
• Set next meeting date to consider approval of the TID
• Approval of minutes from May 6, 2024

The Joint Review Board reviewed a draft project plan for an amendment to Tax Incremental District (TID) 9, presented by Phil Cosson of Ehlers. No formal action was taken on the amendment. The board scheduled its next meeting for October 2, 2024, at 6:00 PM to consider approval of the TID.

• Approved minutes from May 6, 2024, as presented (5-0)
• Scheduled next meeting for October 2, 2024, at 6:00 PM to consider TID approval

Plan Commission

The Germantown Plan Commission will hold public hearings and take action on amendments to Tax Incremental District No. 9, including boundary changes and a $4.2M cost increase, as well as conditional use permits for horticultural, snow removal, and salt storage businesses on Clinton Drive. They will also review a landscape plan revision for a building addition at MGS Manufacturing.

• Amend TID No. 9 boundaries and project plan, adding ~$4.2M in estimated costs
• 2-lot Certified Survey Map and site plan for N114 W18686 Clinton Drive
• Conditional use permits for horticultural services, snow removal, and salt/deicing material storage
• Landscape plan revision for 118,650 sqft building addition at W188 N11707 Maple Road

The Plan Commission approved amendments to Tax Incremental District (TID) No. 9, adding territory and increasing estimated project costs by approximately $4.2M, to support potential Sterling Pharma expansion. The commission also approved a 2-lot CSM, site plan, and conditional use permits for Green Hills Industries' horticultural, snow removal, and salt storage operations at N114 W18686 Clinton Drive, with conditions including non-transferable permits. A revised landscape plan for MGS Manufacturing's building addition was approved, allowing removal of 10 maple trees with 12 replacement trees.

• Approved TID No. 9 amendments adding territory and $4.2M in project costs (5-0)
• Approved 2-lot CSM for Green Hills Industries at N114 W18686 Clinton Drive (4-0)
• Approved conditional use permits for horticultural, snow removal, and salt storage, with non-transferable condition (4-0, after 3-1 vote to add condition)
• Approved site development and building plans for 6,144 sqft addition to Green Hills Industries (4-0)
• Approved revised landscape plan for MGS Manufacturing, removing 10 trees and planting 12 (4-0)

General

The Groundwater Technical Review Committee will hold a regular meeting to review and make a recommendation on a Conditional Use Permit (CUP) application for a salt or deicing material storage facility. The property is located in a Groundwater Protection Overlay District. The committee will also elect a chairperson. No other business is listed.

• Conditional Use Permit review for salt/deicing material storage facility (Green Hills Contracting, Inc. / Klosett Investments LLC)
• Property located in Groundwater Protection Overlay District (Section 17.40.12(3))
• Election of chairperson

The Groundwater Technical Review Committee approved a Conditional Use Permit for a salt and deicing material storage facility. The recommendation includes standard code conditions and three additional requirements regarding permits, containment, and off-season storage.

• Elected Jeff Retzlaff as Chairperson (5-0)
• Approved CUP for salt or deicing material storage facility with standard and three additional conditions (5-0)

Public Works & Highways Committee

The Public Works & Highways Committee will review and discuss the sanitary sewer system facilities plan update, approve a development agreement with Truck Country, and consider several contracts including building cleaning and tree planting. The meeting also includes approval of the Engineering Division Development Handbook update and a grant application for agricultural road improvements.

• Approval of Development Agreement between Village and Truck Country
• Ruekert & Mielke Sewer Facilities Plan Review and Discussion
• Award of 3-year building cleaning services contract to Vanguard Cleaning Systems for $562,752.00
• Award of fall tree planting contract to Dan Larsen Landscaping for $9,120.00
• Approval of Grant Application for Agricultural Road Improvement Program

The Public Works & Highways Committee approved the Development Handbook update, the Sanitary Sewer System Facilities Plan Update, a development agreement with Truck Country, and the 'middle of the road' option for Division Road reconstruction. It also approved grant applications, tree planting, furniture, cleaning, and towel/mat service contracts. All votes were unanimous (4-0).

• Approved Public Works Engineering Division Development Handbook Update (4-0)
• Approved Sanitary Sewer System Facilities Plan Update (4-0)
• Approved Development Agreement between Village and Truck Country (4-0)
• Approved 'middle of the road' option for Division Road reconstruction (4-0)
• Approved grant application for Agricultural Road Improvement Program (4-0)
• Approved fall tree planting contract to Dan Larsen Landscaping, not to exceed $9,120.00 (4-0)
• Approved system furniture contract to Emmons Business Interiors, not to exceed $35,338.11 (4-0)
• Approved 3-year building cleaning services contract to Vanguard Cleaning Systems for $562,752.00 (4-0)

Village Board

The Germantown Village Board is meeting to handle routine business, including approving minutes, a CDL training reimbursement policy, and appointments. The board will also consider an ordinance to change the membership of the Plan Commission.

• Appointment of Trustee Meg Cutts to the Library Board
• Appointment of Trustee Meg Cutts to the School Districts Building & Ground Commission
• Ordinance amending Section 1.29(1) of the Municipal Code to amend Plan Commission membership
• Policy on Employee Reimbursement for CDL Training
• Approval of August 19, 2024 minutes

The Village Board approved an ordinance changing the membership of the Plan Commission, including the creation of a school district advisory position. The Board also appointed Trustee Meg Cutts to the Library Board and the School District Building & Ground Commission.

• Approved August 19, 2024 minutes (6-0)
• Approved policy on employee reimbursement for CDL training (6-0)
• Appointed Trustee Meg Cutts to the Library Board (6-0)
• Appointed Trustee Meg Cutts to the School District Building & Ground Commission (6-0)
• Approved ordinance amending Plan Commission membership, including a school district advisory position (5-1)

Library Board

The Germantown Community Library Board will hold its regular meeting on August 28, 2024, to approve minutes and handle financial reports. They will discuss unfinished business including the 2024 FFP Grant for Library Expansion and the Patio Project, and consider new business such as officer elections, an amended 2024 budget, and policies on exam proctoring and gifts. The board will also enter closed session for the Library Director's mid-year performance check-in.

• 2024 FFP Grant for Library Expansion
• Patio Project
• Amended 2024 Budget
• Exam Proctoring Policy
• Gifts Policy

The Library Board approved an amended 2024 budget adding $57,200 across several accounts. The board also elected its officers and updated policies regarding gifts and exam proctoring.

• Approved 2024 Amended Library Budget for $57,200 in additional funding (6-0)
• Elected Joyce Nelson (President), Meg Cutts (Vice-President), and Darlene Vosen (Treasurer) (6-0)
• Approved changing Exam Procturing Policy to a library procedure (6-0)
• Approved updates to the Gifts Policy and renamed it 'Donations and Gifts Policy' (6-0)
• Approved Treasurer's Report and Accounts Payable (6-0)
• Approved July 24, 2024, meeting minutes (6-0)

Plan Commission

The Germantown Plan Commission will meet on August 26, 2024, to discuss several zoning and site-plan items, including a conditional-use permit for horticultural and snow-removal operations, two site-plan reviews for CrossWay Church, and an ordinance change to update Plan Commission membership. The meeting will also include a discussion on the Holy Hill Gateway District Master Plan RFP and timeline.

• Conditional Use Permit hearing for horticultural services and snow removal at N114 W18686 Clinton Drive (tabled to Sept 9)
• Site Plan Review for CrossWay Church parking lot expansion and driveway reconstruction at W156 N10041 Pilgrim Road
• Site Plan Review for CrossWay Church 2,240 sqft building addition and interior remodel at W156 N10041 Pilgrim Road
• Ordinance amendment to update Plan Commission membership
• Review of Holy Hill Gateway District Master Plan RFP and timeline

The Germantown Plan Commission approved a site plan for CrossWay Church's 107-stall parking lot expansion and driveway improvements, but amended the approval to exclude the new driveway connection to Santa Fe/Council Bluff pending further traffic study and neighborhood input. The commission also approved a separate building addition and remodel for the church, tabled a conditional use permit for horticultural services, and approved an ordinance amendment adding a school district advisory position to the commission.

• Approved CrossWay Church parking lot expansion with 6 conditions, excluding Santa Fe driveway (4-0)
• Approved CrossWay Church 2,240 sqft building addition and remodel with 3 conditions (4-0)
• Tabled conditional use permit for horticultural services at N114 W18686 Clinton Drive until Sept 9 (4-0)
• Cancelled public hearing for zoning code amendment after application withdrawn (4-0)
• Approved ordinance amendment adding school district advisory position to Plan Commission (5-0)
• Approved release of RFP for Holy Hill Gateway District Master Plan (5-0)

Park & Recreation Commission

The regular meeting of the Germantown Park & Recreation Commission scheduled for August 21, 2024, has been cancelled. No business will be conducted.

General

The Germantown Police & Fire Commission is meeting to review minutes and conduct interviews to establish an eligibility list for full-time firefighter/EMT positions. The commission may go into closed session to discuss applicant employment data, then reconvene in open session for any action.

• Interviews to establish eligibility list for fulltime Firefighter/EMT
• Possible closed session per Wis. Stats. §19.85 (1) (c) for employment data
• Approval of August 20, 2024 meeting minutes

The Police and Fire Commission conducted interviews for the Firefighter/EMT position and, after a closed session, voted unanimously to establish an eligibility list of nine candidates. The list is alphabetical, valid for six months, and includes candidates interviewed on August 19, 20, and 21. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved minutes of August 20, 2024 (unanimous)
• Convened into closed session for employment interviews (unanimous)
• Reconvened into open session (unanimous)
• Established eligibility list for Firefighter/EMT position (unanimous)

General

The Germantown Police & Fire Commission is holding a regular meeting to approve minutes and conduct interviews to establish an eligibility list for full-time firefighter/EMT positions. The commission may enter closed session to discuss applicant qualifications, then reconvene in open session for any action.

• Interviews for full-time firefighter/EMT eligibility list
• Possible closed session per Wis. Stats. §19.85(1)(c) for employment data
• Approval of August 19, 2024 meeting minutes

The commission conducted interviews for a Firefighter/EMT position during a closed session. It decided to create an eligibility list of candidates in alphabetical order, valid for six months.

• Approved August 19, 2024 minutes (unanimous)
• Established alphabetical eligibility list for Firefighter/EMT candidates valid for 6 months

General Government & Finance Committee

The Germantown General Government & Finance Committee will hold a regular meeting to discuss and potentially act on several items, including an update on ARPA funds, a policy for employee reimbursement for CDL training, a proposal to reformat the village website, and a discussion on RFPs for professional services. The committee will also receive reports on accounts payable, budget, payroll, employee turnover, and contracts.

• ARPA Update
• Policy on Employee Reimbursement for CDL Training
• Proposal for Re-Formatting of Village Website
• Discussion on RFPs for Professional Services
• Shortening Village Board Meetings

The General Government & Finance Committee approved moving forward with developing and implementing a policy for employee reimbursement of CDL training, with a sliding-scale payback requirement for employees who leave within three years. The committee also postponed discussion on RFPs for professional services to the next meeting. No action was taken on the ARPA update, website reformatting, or shortening Village Board meetings.

• Approved development of CDL training employee reimbursement policy (3-0)
• Postponed RFP discussion for professional services to next meeting (3-0)
• Approved July 15, 2024 minutes as presented (3-0)

General

The Germantown Police & Fire Commission will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes from May 1, 2024, conduct interviews for full-time firefighter/EMT positions, and elect a chairperson, vice-chairperson, and secretary. The body may also convene a closed session to discuss employment-related matters.

• Interviews to establish eligibility list for full-time Firefighter/EMT positions
• Election of Chairperson, Vice-Chairperson, and Secretary

The Germantown Police and Fire Commission held a closed session to interview candidates for the Firefighter/EMT position, then reconvened in open session. They established an eligibility list of interviewed candidates, to be valid for 12 months and finalized at the 21st meeting. The commission also voted to keep all current commission positions unchanged.

• Approved minutes from May 1, 2024 (unanimous)
• Convened into closed session for candidate interviews (unanimous)
• Reconvened into open session (unanimous)
• Established 12-month eligibility list for Firefighter/EMT candidates (unanimous)
• Kept all current commission positions as is (unanimous)

Village Board

The Germantown Village Board is meeting to consider several items, including proposed text amendments to the zoning code's wellhead protection section, a presentation on Well 12 investigation findings, and a contract award for design and inspection services for a liner installation in Well 12. The board will also vote on a consent agenda that includes a tree plan resolution, several repair contracts, and other routine items.

• Proposed text amendments to Zoning Code Section 17.40 (Wellhead Protection)
• Contract award to Water Quality Investigations for Well 12 liner design and inspection, not to exceed $24,500
• Kinderberg splash pad repairs to Carrico Aquatics, not to exceed $57,800
• Library copula roof leak repair to Noffke Roofing, not to exceed $23,500
• Fireman's Park standing seam roof project to JK Contractors, not to exceed $19,060

The Germantown Village Board approved a $24,500 contract with Water Quality Investigations for design and inspection services for a liner installation in Well 12, aimed at protecting nearby private wells and reducing biofilm growth. The board also approved proposed text amendments to Zoning Code 17.40 (Wellhead Protection), postponing Amendment Number Four to a future date. All consent agenda items were approved unanimously, including the Comprehensive Tree Plan, splash pad repairs, and roof projects.

• Approved $24,500 contract to Water Quality Investigations for Well 12 liner design and inspection (8-0)
• Approved text amendments to Zoning Code 17.40, postponing Amendment 4 (8-0)
• Approved consent agenda including Comprehensive Tree Plan adoption (8-0)
• Awarded Kinderberg splash pad repairs to Carrico Aquatics, not to exceed $57,800 (8-0)
• Awarded library copula roof leak repair to Noffke Roofing, not to exceed $23,500 (8-0)
• Awarded Fireman's Park standing seam roof project to JK Contractors, not to exceed $19,060 (8-0)

Utility Advisory Committee

The Utility Advisory Committee is meeting to review the Ruekert & Mielke sewer facilities plan and to make a recommendation on updating the Sanitary Sewer System Facilities Plan. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from April 24, 2024, and director updates. Public comments are accepted via email or in person.

• Review of Ruekert & Mielke Sewer Facilities Plan
• Recommendation on Sanitary Sewer System Facilities Plan Update
• Approval of minutes from April 24, 2024
• Director updates

The Utility Advisory Committee reviewed a sewer facilities plan presented by Ruekert & Mielke. The committee voted to recommend the Sanitary Sewer System Facilities Plan update to the Public Works Committee.

• Approved April 24, 2024 minutes (3-0)
• Recommended approval of Sanitary Sewer System Facilities Plan to Public Works Committee (4-0)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Germantown Historic Preservation Commission will meet to discuss updates to a driving brochure and potential historic properties, and to review two applications for certification of appropriateness for local landmarks. The meeting is open to public input but no formal decisions are scheduled under public comments.

• Germantown Historical Society application for Christ Evangelical Church certification
• Joseph Schuster application for Schuster Homestead certification
• Discussion on driving brochure and web page update
• Discussion on potential historic properties for consideration
• Foster Property framing for Village Hall

The Historic Preservation Commission approved two Certificates of Appropriateness: one for the Schuster Homestead and postponed the Germantown Historical Society's application for Christ Evangelical Church. The commission also approved the previous meeting's minutes and discussed future agenda items.

• Approved minutes from 7/1/24 (unanimous)
• Postponed Germantown Historical Society application for Christ Evangelical Church (unanimous)
• Approved Joseph Schuster application for Schuster Homestead (unanimous)

Public Works & Highways Committee

The Public Works & Highways Committee will decide on adopting the Comprehensive Tree Plan, awarding contracts for Kinderberg splash pad repairs and Fireman’s Park restroom painting, and approving temporary staffing and roof repairs. The meeting also includes public comment and reviews of the Development Handbook and DPW’s 5-year strategy.

• Adopt Comprehensive Tree Plan per municipal code 17.60
• Award Kinderberg splash pad repairs to Carrico Aquatics for up to $57,800
• Award Fireman’s Park restroom painting to MACORP, LLC for up to $9,082
• Award library copula roof leak repair to Noffke Roofing for up to $23,500
• Award Fireman’s Park standing seam roof project to JK Contractors for up to $19,060

The committee adopted a new Comprehensive Tree Plan and approved multiple maintenance contracts for the library and Fireman's Park. It also authorized a temporary staffing increase for the Water Utility to facilitate a succession plan.

• Adopted Comprehensive Tree Plan (4-0)
• Approved Kinderberg splash pad repairs to Carrico Aquatics up to $57,800 (4-0)
• Authorized temporary Water Utility staffing overfill from Sept-Dec 2024 (3-1)
• Approved Fireman's Park restroom painting to MACORP, LLC up to $9,082 (4-0)
• Approved library copula roof leak repair to Noffke Roofing up to $23,500 (4-0)
• Approved Fireman's Park standing seam roof project to JK Contractors up to $19,060 (4-0)

Economic Development Commission

The Germantown Economic Development Commission will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes from October 2023 and discuss an economic development policy and goals for the commission. No specific proposals or dollar amounts are listed on the agenda.

• Approval of minutes from October 18, 2023 meeting
• Discussion of Economic Development Policy
• Discussion of Goal for Economic Development Commission

The Economic Development Commission voted to approve the consent agenda, which included the minutes from the October 18, 2023 meeting. During new business, the commission discussed an economic development policy but took no action. The commission decided to focus on redeveloping the Fire House property on Park Ave as its first project, after considering other potential sites.

• Approved consent agenda including October 18, 2023 minutes (4-0)
• Selected Fire House on Park Ave as first redevelopment project (discussion, no formal vote recorded)

Plan Commission

The Germantown Plan Commission will hold public hearings and take action on proposed text amendments to the wellhead protection chapter of the municipal code, and review a site plan for a 52-stall parking lot expansion. Two conditional use permit applications are on the agenda, but one is requested to be tabled and the other has been withdrawn. The commission will also review a sign for a Chase Bank.

• Public hearing on proposed text amendments to Chapter 17.40 (Wellhead Protection) of the Village of Germantown Municipal Code
• Site plan review for a 52-stall parking lot expansion at N109 W13300 Ellsworth Drive (Ellsworth Corporation)
• Sign review for Chase Bank at the northeast corner of County Line Rd and Appleton Avenue
• Conditional Use Permit for horticultural and snow removal services at N114 W18686 Clinton Drive (staff requests tabling to August 26)
• Withdrawn application for deicing material storage facility in Groundwater Protection Overlay District

The Germantown Plan Commission approved amendments to Chapter 17.40 (Wellhead Protection) of the Village Zoning Code, which were the subject of a public hearing. The commission also tabled two hearings related to a property on Clinton Drive, one at staff request and one because the application was withdrawn. Additionally, the commission approved a site plan for a 52-stall parking lot expansion and a sign review for a Chase Bank.

• Approved text amendments to Chapter 17.40 (Wellhead Protection) (6-0)
• Tabled CUP hearing for horticultural and snow removal services until 8/26/24 (6-0)
• Tabled hearing for deicing material storage facility (application withdrawn) (6-0)
• Approved site plan for 52-stall parking lot expansion at Ellsworth Drive (6-0)
• Approved Chase Bank sign review with condition to remove Fleet Farm pylon sign (6-0)

Public Safety Committee

The Germantown Public Safety Committee is holding a regular meeting to receive reports from the police and fire departments, review overtime and policy updates, and discuss unfinished business including dispatch consolidation, the public safety building, and weather sirens. New business includes fire department position requests, a noise ordinance discussion, a review of municipal code for solicitors, and purchases of firearms and related equipment.

• Police and Fire Department monthly reports
• Dispatch consolidation update
• Public Safety Building update
• Weather siren update
• Purchase of firearms and related equipment

The Public Safety Committee approved creating up to 4 fire lieutenant positions with a 5% pay increase, effective in 2025. They also approved sending a $66,081 firearms purchase to the Village Board, approved the Flock Safety camera invoice, and tabled the solicitors/canvassers code discussion. The committee directed the village attorney to draft an outdoor entertainment license/permit to address noise ordinance enforcement.

• Approved up to 4 new fire lieutenant positions with 5% pay increase (4-0)
• Approved $66,081 firearms and equipment purchase to go before Village Board (4-0)
• Approved Flock Safety camera invoice (4-0)
• Tabled solicitors/canvassers/peddlers code discussion until next meeting (4-0)
• Directed attorney to draft outdoor entertainment license/permit using existing noise hours
• Approved minutes of July 1, 2024 (4-0)

Village Board

The Germantown Village Board is holding its regular meeting to discuss and potentially act on several items, including the 5-Year Capital Improvement Plan, the 2023 audit results, and a preview of the 2025 budget. The board will also consider a conditional use permit for a mother-in-law suite, a resolution for an ambulance fee lockbox, and the impact of tax increment districts on residential property tax bills.

• 5-Year Capital Improvement Plan (unfinished business)
• Conditional Use Permit for Mother-In-Law Suite at W124N13423 Wasaukee Road (Pinno Construction for Stephen and Daniel Grunewald)
• 2023 Audit Results
• 2025 Budget Preview
• Resolution Authorizing Opening of an Ambulance Fee Lockbox

The Village Board adopted the 5-Year Capital Improvement Plan, retitled as 'Summary of CIP Expenditures' after two amendments failed or passed. They also approved a conditional use permit for a mother-in-law suite, a resolution for an ambulance fee lockbox, and moved the September 2nd meeting to September 3rd. The 2023 audit results and 2025 budget preview were presented but no action was taken.

• Adopted 5-Year Capital Improvement Plan as 'Summary of CIP Expenditures' (5-2)
• Approved Conditional Use Permit for mother-in-law suite at W124N13423 Wasaukee Road (7-0)
• Approved Resolution authorizing opening of ambulance fee lockbox (7-0)
• Moved September 2nd Village Board meeting to September 3rd (4-3)

Library Board

The Germantown Community Library Board will hold its regular meeting to approve minutes, receive a treasurer’s report, and discuss financial matters including accounts payable and budget reports. The board will also review unfinished business such as the 2024 FFP Grant for Library Expansion and the Patio Project, and consider new landscaping plans for the patio.

• Treasurer's Report
• Accounts Payable review
• 2024 FFP Grant for Library Expansion discussion
• Patio Project review and landscaping plans

The Germantown Community Library Board approved allowing Director Smith to sign a landscaping contract up to $6,000 for the patio project, after a previous motion for up to $8,600 was rescinded. The board also approved the Treasurer's Report, renewal of CD #6 at 15 months and 5.4% interest, accounts payable, and the June 26, 2024 meeting minutes. The board discussed budget reports, including an unexplained -$701,000 transfer amount, and received updates on the FFP grant application and the new online catalog system.

• Approved landscaping contract up to $6,000 for patio project (7-0)
• Approved Treasurer's Report as presented (7-0)
• Approved renewal of CD #6 at 15 months and 5.4% interest (7-0)
• Approved Accounts Payable Report as presented (7-0)
• Approved June 26, 2024 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Approved agenda as presented (7-0)

Senior Advisory Committee

The Germantown Senior Advisory Committee is holding a regular meeting to approve minutes, receive citizen input, and discuss old and new business. Items include a water dispensing machine, the coordinator's report, and the club report. The meeting is largely routine with no major decisions listed.

• Approval of January 18, 2024 minutes
• Discussion of water dispensing machine
• Coordinator's report
• Club report

The Senior Center Advisory Committee approved the January 2024 meeting minutes (motion carried, Meg Cutts abstained). The committee received updates on the new water dispensing machine, the upcoming Supper Club Soiree, and Senior Club activities. No other formal decisions were made.

• Approved January 2024 meeting minutes (motion carried, Meg Cutts abstained)

Park & Recreation Commission

The Germantown Park & Recreation Commission will discuss and take action on Fall/Winter 2024-25 program fees and charges. The agenda also includes introductions of new members, approval of minutes, and reports from the Village Board, School Board, and Director.

• Discussion & action on Fall/Winter 2024-25 Program Fees & Charges
• Introduction of new Commissioner Virginia Smith
• Introduction of School Board Representative Tracy Pawlak
• Approval of minutes from April 17 and June 5, 2024
• Director's Report for July 2024 and Recreation Report

The commission approved the 2024-25 Fall/Winter program fees and charges as presented, despite discussion about budget cuts and fee increases. The department's budget was cut by $125,000, leading to program cuts and minimal fee increases. The motion passed unanimously.

• Approved April 17, 2024 minutes (4-0)
• Approved June 5, 2024 minutes (4-0)
• Approved 2024-25 Fall/Winter Fees and Charges (4-0)

General Government & Finance Committee

The Germantown General Government & Finance Committee will meet to discuss an ARPA update, consider an agreement with Command Central for renting election tabulator machines for the August and November elections, and review a contract for completing impact fee studies. They will also consider a retention bonus for communication officers and receive reports on accounts payable, budget, payroll, IT, and contracts.

• Agreement with Command Central for rental of election tabulator machines for August & November elections
• Retention bonus for communication officers
• Contract for completion of impact fee studies
• ARPA update
• Accounts payable, budget to actual, payroll, IT quarterly, and contracts reports

The Germantown General Government & Finance Committee approved three items: renting election tabulator machines for the August and November elections, a retention bonus for communication officers, and a $39,500 contract with Ehlers for impact fee studies. All motions passed unanimously (3-0). The committee also received updates on ARPA and financial reports, but took no action on those items.

• Approved agreement with Command Central for election tabulator rental (3-0)
• Approved retention bonus for communication officers (3-0)
• Recommended award of $39,500 contract to Ehlers for impact fee studies (3-0)

Village Board

The Germantown Village Board is meeting to consider several consent agenda items, including awarding a $444,983 contract for water main relay work and a contract for design services for High Point Pass Road. New business includes an agreement for election tabulator rentals, a retention bonus for communication officers, and a contract for impact fee studies. The board may also enter closed session to discuss police union contract negotiations and the administrator's performance goals.

• Award contract to Vinton Construction for water main relay in various locations, $444,983
• Award contract to raSmith for final design and bid services for High Point Pass Road, up to $82,000
• Purchase of new GFD ambulance and portable radios for Fire Dept
• Agreement with Command Central for rental of election tabulator machines for August & November elections
• Police union contract negotiations (possible closed session)

The Germantown Village Board approved the consent agenda items A, C, D, F, G, H, and I, pulled item B (5-Year Capital Improvement Plan) to the next meeting, and approved item E (purchase of new GFD ambulance). They also approved agreements for election tabulator rental, a retention bonus for communication officers, and a contract for impact fee studies. The board entered closed session for police union contract negotiations and administrator performance goals, then directed staff to proceed as discussed.

• Approved consent agenda items A, C, D, F, G, H, I (7-0)
• Pulled item B (5-Year Capital Improvement Plan) until next meeting (7-0)
• Approved item E (purchase of new GFD ambulance) (7-0)
• Approved agreement with Command Central for election tabulator rental (7-0)
• Approved retention bonus for communication officers (6-1)
• Approved contract for impact fee studies to Ehlers for $39,500 (5-2)
• Entered closed session for police union contract negotiations and administrator performance goals (7-0)
• Directed staff to proceed as discussed on police union contract negotiations (7-0)

Tourism Commission

The Germantown Tourism Commission will meet to discuss new business and review the treasurer's report. The commission will consider funding requests from the Germantown Historical Society and Germantown Parks and Recreation.

• Funding request by Germantown Historical Society for 2024 Oktoberfest
• Funding request by Germantown Parks and Recreation for 2024 Fourth of July Event
• Approval of April 15, 2024 minutes

The Germantown Tourism Commission approved two funding requests: $10,000 for the Germantown Historical Society's 2024 Oktoberfest and $7,914.43 for the Parks and Recreation Department's 2024 Fourth of July event. Both motions passed unanimously with 4 yes votes. The commission also approved the April 15, 2024 minutes.

• Approved $10,000 for Germantown Historical Society 2024 Oktoberfest (4-0)
• Approved $7,914.43 for Parks and Recreation 2024 Fourth of July event (4-0)
• Approved April 15, 2024 minutes (3-0, 1 abstention)

Plan Commission

The Germantown Plan Commission will hold a public hearing and vote on a conditional use permit for a mother-in-law suite, and take action on a parking lot expansion and two fence permits. They will also discuss a proposed Kwik Trip convenience store relocation. The meeting includes citizen input and standard procedural items.

• Conditional Use Permit for mother-in-law suite at W124N13423 Wasaukee Road (public hearing)
• Site plan review for 24-stall parking lot expansion at W194N11481 McCormick Drive
• Zoning permits for fences in village storm sewer easements at W143N9638 Amber Drive and W156N10864 Deacons Court
• Discussion of Kwik Trip relocation to W188 N11762 Maple Road (former PNC Bank)

The Germantown Plan Commission approved a conditional use permit for a mother-in-law suite at W124N13423 Wasaukee Road, a site plan for a 24-stall parking lot expansion at W194N11481 McCormick Drive, and two zoning permits for fences in storm sewer easements. All votes were unanimous (5-0). The commission also discussed a proposed Kwik Trip relocation but took no action.

• Approved CUP for mother-in-law suite at W124N13423 Wasaukee Road (5-0)
• Approved site plan for 24-stall parking lot expansion at W194N11481 McCormick Drive (5-0)
• Approved zoning permit for fence in storm sewer easement at W143N9638 Amber Drive (5-0)
• Approved zoning permit for fence in storm sewer easement at W156N10864 Deacons Court (5-0)

Public Works & Highways Committee

The Public Works & Highways Committee will review the 5-Year Capital Improvement Plan and the Comprehensive Tree Plan. The committee is also scheduled to award contracts for water main relaying and High Point Pass Road design services.

• Award contract to Vinton Construction for $444,983 to relay water mains
• Award contract to raSmith for High Point Pass Road design services up to $82,000
• Review of Comprehensive Tree Plan
• Discussion of 5-Year Capital Improvement Plan
• Report on emergency repair to Water Tower #1 fill pipe

The Public Works & Highways Committee approved a $444,983 contract with Vinton Construction to relay water mains in Glenwood Park Subdivision and at Hilbert Lane/Sylvan Circle. It also approved a $82,000 contract with raSmith for final design of the High Point Pass road project, and approved the 5-Year Capital Improvement Plan as a starting point for the 2025 budget. The committee discussed but did not vote on a comprehensive tree plan and road funding needs.

• Approved $444,983 water main relay contract to Vinton Construction (3-0)
• Approved $82,000 final design contract to raSmith for High Point Pass (3-0)
• Approved 5-Year Capital Improvement Plan as presented (3-0)
• Approved minutes of 6/5/24 meeting (3-0)

Public Safety Committee

The Germantown Public Safety Committee is meeting to discuss and potentially act on several public safety items, including continued updates on the Public Safety Building, purchase of a new ambulance, and approval of a grant resolution. The agenda also includes several alcohol license applications for community events and operational items like hiring new firefighter/medics and purchasing portable radios.

• Continued discussion and updates on the Public Safety Building
• Purchase of new GFD Ambulance
• Approval of Grant Resolution
• Application for Temporary Class B Beer and Class B Wine Retailer's License for Germantown Historical Society's Oktoberfest, Sept 28-29, 2024 at Dheinsville Historic Park
• Hiring 2 new fulltime FF/Medics

The Public Safety Committee approved a series of items, including hiring two full-time firefighter/medics early using $50,000 from a Washington County grant, purchasing a new GFD ambulance, portable radios, and a squad changeover. It also approved four alcohol license applications for Germantown Historical Society events and Big Sky Country. A decision on the siren system activation after the transition to Washington County was tabled until the next meeting.

• Approved hiring 2 full-time FF/Medics using $50,000 of WashCo grant funds (4-0)
• Approved purchase of new GFD ambulance; deposit in 2024 budget, remainder to be bonded at delivery in ~3 years (4-0)
• Approved purchase of portable radios for the Fire Dept (4-0)
• Approved squad changeover (4-0)
• Approved grant resolution (4-0)
• Approved temporary Class B beer/Class B wine license for Historical Society Oktoberfest, Sept 28-29, 2024 (4-0)
• Approved producer full-service retail sales applications for Old Germantown at July 13 anniversary event and Music at the Pavilion dates (4-0 each)
• Tabled siren system activation after transition to Washington County until next meeting (4-0)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Germantown Historic Preservation Commission will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes from March and May 2024, and discuss unfinished business including scheduling a plaque presentation for the Schuster Property, updating a driving brochure and web page, and considering potential historic properties. New business includes framing the Foster Property for Village Hall. The meeting is open to public comment via email or in person.

• Schedule Schuster Property plaque presentation and photos
• Discussion on driving brochure and web page update
• Discussion on potential Historic Properties for consideration
• Foster Property framing for Village Hall

The Historic Preservation Commission met on July 1, 2024, and approved minutes from March 4 and May 6 meetings. No new business was discussed, but the commission scheduled a plaque presentation for the Schuster property on July 21, 2024, and set the next meeting for September 23, 2024.

• Approved minutes from March 4, 2024 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from May 6, 2024 (unanimous)
• Scheduled Schuster property plaque presentation for July 21, 2024 at 5:00pm
• Set next meeting for September 23, 2024 at 6:00pm

Village Board

The Germantown Village Board will hold its regular meeting on July 1, 2024, covering routine items like minutes and a copier contract amendment, plus several alcohol license applications for community events. Key new business includes a potential tax increment district for Sterling Pharma expansion, a change to District 1 polling location, and a strategy for acquiring properties in the Village Center District, which may involve a closed session. The board will also consider a renewal of an outside premise extension license for Das Barrel Room.

• Potential Tax Increment District and alternatives for Sterling Pharma expansion
• Change of polling location for District 1
• Strategy for acquiring properties in Village Center District (Mequon Road and Pilgrim Road area)
• Temporary Class B beer and Class B wine license for Germantown Historical Society Oktoberfest (Sept 28-29, Dheinsville Historic Park)
• Producer full-service retail sales applications for Old Germantown events at Dheinsville Historic Park and Firemen's Park

The Village Board approved the 2024-2025 renewal of the outside premise extension license for Das Barrel Room with conditions limiting outdoor music hours, days, and stage orientation (7-2). The board also approved several temporary liquor licenses for community events, directed staff to proceed with amending TID 9 for Sterling Pharma expansion (6-3), changed the District 1 polling location, and authorized staff to proceed with property acquisition strategy in the Village Center District after closed session.

• Approved Das Barrel Room outdoor license renewal with conditions (7-2)
• Approved temporary beer/wine license for Germantown Historical Society Oktoberfest (7-0)
• Approved retail sales license for Old Germantown at 50th Anniversary event (7-0)
• Approved retail sales license for Old Germantown at Music at the Pavilion (8-0)
• Approved one-time outside premise extension for Big Sky Country (9-0)
• Directed staff to proceed with amending TID 9 for Sterling Pharma expansion (6-3)
• Changed District 1 polling location (9-0)
• Directed staff to proceed with Village Center property acquisition strategy (6-2, 1 abstention)

Library Board

The Germantown Community Library Board will review financial reports and various administrative updates. The board is also scheduled to discuss unfinished business regarding a 2024 FFP Grant for Library Expansion and a patio project.

• 2024 FFP Grant for Library Expansion
• Patio Project
• Treasurer's Report
• Accounts Payable
• Budget Reports

The Germantown Community Library Board approved a 15-month renewal term for CD #4, which matures July 4, and approved the purchase of 38 donation plaque leaves for about $300 from the Library Board Savings Account. The board also approved the Treasurer's Report and Accounts Payable as presented. Reports covered the Village Board's approval of a $4,250,000 grant application for library expansion, the Patio Project's $31,000 in donations, and a budget question about a -$701,000 County Library line item to be investigated.

• Approved 15-month renewal term for CD #4 (6-0)
• Approved purchase of 38 donation leaves for ~$300 (6-0)
• Approved Treasurer's Report as presented (6-0)
• Approved Accounts Payable report as presented (6-0)
• Approved agenda as presented (6-0)
• Approved May 22, 2024 meeting minutes (6-0)

Village Board

The Germantown Village Board is holding a special meeting to discuss a strategy for acquiring properties in the Village Center District, near Mequon Road and Pilgrim Road. The board may enter closed session to deliberate or negotiate purchases, then reconvene in open session for any action.

• Discussion of property acquisition strategy in Village Center District (Mequon Road and Pilgrim Road area)
• Possible closed session under Wis. Stat. § 19.85(1)(e) for property purchase negotiations

The Village Board held a special meeting and voted unanimously to enter closed session to discuss property acquisition strategy in the Village Center District near Mequon and Pilgrim Roads. After returning to open session, the board voted 5-1-1 to direct staff to proceed as discussed in closed session. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Entered closed session to discuss property acquisition strategy (7-0)
• Returned to open session at 6:46 PM (7-0)
• Directed staff to proceed as discussed in closed session (5-1-1)

Park & Recreation Commission

This meeting of the Park & Recreation Commission has been cancelled. The agenda contains only standard procedural items with no substantive business listed.

• Meeting cancelled
• No substantive agenda items listed

Village Board

The Germantown Village Board is meeting to consider several items, including a sewer user rate increase, a contract for a Public Safety Building Needs Assessment, and multiple land development proposals. The board will also decide on alcohol license renewals and an ordinance to opt out of extended bar hours during the 2024 RNC.

• Award contract for Public Safety Building Needs Assessment to GRAEF/PRA/Moore for $63,000
• Resolution to approve a Sewer User Rate Increase
• Certified Survey Map for Green Bay Packaging to combine 3 parcels for a 270,000 sqft facility at N128W21600 Holy Hill Road
• Award contract for Goldendale Trail Design Study to raSmith for $230,920
• Bid award for 2024 Annual Road Program (Maple Road - LRIP) to Stark Paving Corp. for $417,893.50

The Village Board approved several infrastructure contracts, including a road program and a trail design study. The board also authorized a sewer user rate increase and approved development agreements for manufacturing facilities.

• Approved 2024 Annual Road Program bid for Maple Road to Stark Paving Corp. for $417,893.50 (7-0)
• Approved sewer user rate increase Option 1 (6-1)
• Approved $230,920 Goldendale Trail design contract to raSmith (6-1)
• Approved $63,000 Public Safety Building Needs Assessment contract to GRAEF/PRA/Moore (6-0-1)
• Approved development agreement and CSM for Green Bay Packaging facility (7-0)
• Approved CSM for Golden Pet Manufacturing facility expansion (7-0)
• Approved $92,730 for Well 12 testing services to CTW Well and Pumps (6-1)
• Approved alcohol license renewal for Barley Pop Brewhaus LLC (7-0)

General Government & Finance Committee

The General Government & Finance Committee will review the 2025 budget timeline and a draft community budget priority survey. The committee will also consider creating a special revenue fund for library capital and a contract change request for Gordon Flesch Copier.

• Creation of a Special Revenue Fund - Library Capital
• Change Request for Gordon Flesch Copier Contract
• Review of Economic Development Washington County Contract
• Draft 2025 Community Budget Priority Survey
• Resolution Declaring Official Intent to Reimburse Expenditures from Proceeds of Borrowing

The General Government & Finance Committee approved minutes from May 20, 2024, a change request for the Gordon Flesch copier contract (Option 1), creation of a Special Revenue Fund for Library Capital, and a resolution declaring official intent to reimburse expenditures from borrowing proceeds. All votes were 3-0 by voice vote. The committee also received an ARPA update and discussed the Economic Development Washington County contract, a draft 2025 Community Budget Priority Survey, and the 2025 budget timeline; no action was taken on those discussion items.

• Approved May 20, 2024 minutes as presented (3-0)
• Approved Option 1 for Gordon Flesch copier contract change request (3-0)
• Approved creation of a Special Revenue Fund - Library Capital (3-0)
• Approved resolution declaring official intent to reimburse expenditures from borrowing proceeds (3-0)
• Discussed Economic Development Washington County contract; no action taken
• Discussed draft 2025 Community Budget Priority Survey; no action taken
• Received update on 2025 Budget Timeline; no action taken
• Received ARPA update; no action taken

Plan Commission

The Germantown Plan Commission will hold a regular meeting to consider several action items, including a site plan review for a parking lot expansion, sign reviews for new businesses, and certified survey maps for industrial developments. They will also hold a consultation for a proposed 68-unit multi-family residential development. The meeting includes public comment opportunities.

• Site plan review for 14-stall off-site parking lot expansion at Das Barrel Room Tavern & Grill, W201 N10466 Appleton Avenue (tabled from Oct 2023 & Mar 2024)
• Sign review for new Crew Carwash at N96 W17500 County Line Road
• Sign review for Diamond Vogel at N102W19200 Willow Creek Way
• CSM to combine 3 parcels for new 270,000 sqft light manufacturing/office facility at NE Quadrant Holy Hill Road / Highway 41
• Site plan consultation for 68-unit multi-family residential development by Christian Life Center

The Germantown Plan Commission approved a 14-stall off-site parking lot expansion for Das Barrel Room Tavern & Grill at W201 N10466 Appleton Avenue, with a 4-1 vote. The commission also approved sign packages for Crew Carwash and Diamond Vogel, two certified survey maps for industrial properties, and site plans and signs for David J. Frank Landscaping. A 68-unit multifamily housing proposal was discussed but no action was taken.

• Approved Das Barrel Room 14-stall parking expansion with 4 conditions (4-1)
• Approved Crew Carwash sign package (5-0)
• Approved Diamond Vogel wall sign with 2 conditions (5-0)
• Approved Green Bay Packaging CSM combining 3 parcels with 2 conditions (5-0)
• Approved Golden Pet Manufacturing property line adjustment CSM with 1 condition (5-0)
• Approved David J. Frank Landscaping office addition and LMD building with 6 conditions (5-0)
• Approved David J. Frank Landscaping signs with 3 conditions (5-0)
• Discussed 68-unit multifamily proposal at Fond du Lac Ave & Crimson Rd; no action taken

Public Works & Highways Committee

The Public Works & Highways Committee will vote on a sewer user rate increase, approve a development agreement with Green Bay Packaging, and award contracts for stormwater permit work and a trail design study. They will also discuss ID requirements at the yard waste facility and its move date.

• Resolution to approve a Sewer User Rate Increase
• Approval of Development Agreement with Green Bay Packaging
• Award contract to Graef for WPDES stormwater permit application, $11,370
• Award contract to raSmith for Goldendale Trail design study, $230,920
• Discussion on ID of Village Residents at Yard Waste Facility & Move Date

The Public Works & Highways Committee approved a sewer user rate increase of about 4% every other year over 10 years, starting in the first quarter of 2025, the first increase since 2014. They also approved a $230,920 contract to raSmith for the Goldendale Trail design study (2-1), a development agreement with Green Bay Packaging, and several other items including a $11,370 stormwater permit application contract. All other motions passed unanimously (3-0).

• Approved sewer user rate increase (approx. 4% every other year for 10 years) (3-0)
• Approved $230,920 contract to raSmith for Goldendale Trail design study (2-1)
• Approved development agreement with Green Bay Packaging (3-0)
• Approved $11,370 contract to Graef for WPDES stormwater permit application (3-0)
• Approved 2023 CMAR report for WDNR submission (3-0)
• Accepted CIPP water crossings improvements at Lake Park (3-0)
• Approved yard waste facility window cling program starting Jan 5, 2025 (3-0)
• Approved May 1, 2024 minutes (3-0)

Park & Recreation Commission

The Park & Recreation Commission is holding a special meeting to discuss new business. The primary item involves a field work donation from Hat Trick Enterprises Inc., doing business as the Germantown Soccer Club.

• Germantown Soccer Club (Hat Trick Enterprises Inc.) Field Work Donation

The Germantown Park & Recreation Commission unanimously approved the Germantown Soccer Club's (Hat Trick Enterprises Inc.) proposal to remove grass, regrade, and restore Field 6 at Friedenfeld Park. The work, funded by the club through donations and fundraising, will be completed by David J. Frank, who will gain naming rights for the field. The project includes tilling, regrading, topsoil, seeding, hydro-mulching, and adding 100 tons of sand for drainage, at an estimated cost of $17,780.

• Approved Field 6 renovation project as proposed by Germantown Soccer Club (5-0)
• Approved David J. Frank as contractor with naming rights for Field 6

Board of Review

This meeting consists of procedural items for the Germantown Board of Review. No specific cases or substantive items are listed on the agenda for discussion or action.

• Verification of compliance with Open Meeting Laws

Public Safety Committee

The Germantown Public Safety Committee is meeting to discuss and act on a range of public safety items, including a fireworks permit for the Fourth of July, several alcohol license applications and renewals, and the purchase of portable radios for the police department. The agenda also includes reports from the police and fire departments, an overtime report, and policy updates. The committee will also consider an ordinance to opt out of extended closing hours for alcohol-licensed premises during the 2024 Republican National Convention.

• Fireworks permit for Germantown Parks & Recreation for Fourth of July at Fireman's Park
• Temporary Class 'B' Retailer's License for Germantown Historical Society 50th Anniversary on July 13 at Dheinsville Historic Park
• Producer Full-Service Retail Sales Application for Component Brewing at Hops & Hounds on July 12 at Homestead Hollow County Park
• Purchase of Portable Radios for the Police Department
• Ordinance to Opt Out of Extended Closing Hours for Alcohol Beverage Licensed Premises During 2024 Republican National Convention

The Germantown Public Safety Committee approved several routine items including a fireworks permit for the Fourth of July, multiple alcohol license renewals, and a $5,200 increase for portable police radios. The committee also voted to push the renewal of Das Barrel Room's outside premise extension license to the Village Board after residents raised concerns about noise and parking. All votes were unanimous except for the motion to call the question on the Das Barrel Room item, which passed 3-1.

• Approved fireworks permit for Germantown Parks & Recreation (3-0)
• Approved successor agent appointments for EKM Moose 1238, Pick 'N Save #357, Post One Inc, Walgreens #5427 (3-0 each)
• Approved temporary Class B retailer's license for Germantown Historical Society 50th Anniversary (3-0)
• Approved producer full-service retail sales application for Component Brewing (3-0)
• Approved 2024-2025 alcohol beverage license renewals with contingencies (4-0)
• Pushed Das Barrel Room outside premise extension renewal to Village Board (3-1)
• Approved junk dealer renewal for Waste Management (4-0)
• Approved portable radio purchase increase of $5,200 (4-0)

Village Board

The Germantown Village Board will consider several business applications, including alcohol license renewals and agent appointments. The board will also discuss a resolution for library expansion match funds and a development agreement with Sterling Pharma Solutions.

• Resolution for library expansion match funds not to exceed $4,250,000
• Development Agreement with Sterling Pharma Solutions
• Fireworks permit for Fourth of July at Fireman's Park
• Temporary Class 'B' Retailer's License for Germantown Historical Society event
• Renewal of Retail Alcohol Beverage Licenses for 2024-2025

The Village Board approved Resolution No. 17-2024 to apply for a $4.25 million Flexible Facilities Program grant for the Germantown Community Library's second floor expansion, committing match funds not to exceed $4,250,000. The board also approved a development agreement with Sterling Pharma Solutions after closed session, directing staff to proceed as discussed. Several alcohol license renewals were approved, including a contested outside premise extension for Das Barrel Room, which was approved after a motion to begin non-renewal failed.

• Approved Resolution No. 17-2024 for library FFP grant application (8-1)
• Approved development agreement with Sterling Pharma Solutions, directing staff to proceed (6-3)
• Approved alcohol license renewals for 2024-2025 (8-1)
• Approved outside premise extension licenses excluding Das Barrel Room (9-0)
• Approved Das Barrel Room outside premise extension after non-renewal motion failed (8-1)
• Approved employee benefits broker contract with USI Insurance Services LLC (8-0-1)
• Approved consent agenda including fireworks permit and agent appointments (9-0)
• Approved items A-G, J, K as presented (8-1)

Library Board

The Germantown Community Library Board is meeting to handle routine business including approval of minutes, financial reports, and various updates. The main new item is discussion of the 2024 FFP Grant for Library Expansion, which is listed under new business. No other substantive decisions are on the agenda.

• 2024 FFP Grant for Library Expansion
• Approval of April 24, 2024 meeting minutes
• Treasurer's report, accounts payable, and budget reports
• Citizen input limited to 3 minutes per person

The Germantown Community Library Board approved submitting a 2024 Flexible Facilities Program (FFP) grant application, which could provide up to $4.25 million for library expansion or renovation related to broadband services. The application will next be presented to the Village Board for approval. The board also approved the treasurer's report, accounts payable, and April meeting minutes, and discussed the new patio project and impact fee fund usage.

• Approved submitting 2024 FFP Grant application (7-0)
• Approved Treasurer's Report as presented (7-0)
• Approved Accounts Payable report as presented (7-0)
• Approved April 24, 2024 meeting minutes (6-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved agenda as presented (7-0)

General Government & Finance Committee

The Germantown General Government & Finance Committee will discuss an update on ARPA funds, the 2023 audit and PSC report timeline, a contract for employee benefits broker services, and a request for proposals for an impact fee study. The meeting also includes routine reports on accounts payable, budget, payroll, and contracts.

• Employee Benefits Broker Contract
• Review of Impact Fee Study RFP
• ARPA Update
• 2023 Audit and PSC Report Process and Timeline
• Accounts Payable, Budget to Actual, Payroll, Contracts reports

The General Government & Finance Committee reviewed several administrative and financial reports during their May 20 meeting. The committee voted to deny a motion to recommend the USI employee benefits broker contract to the Village Board. Additionally, the committee approved the minutes from the April 15 meeting after incorporating specific amendments.

• Approved April 15 meeting minutes as amended (3-0)
• Denied recommendation of USI contract to Village Board (0-3)

Village Board

The Germantown Village Board will consider several action items, including a conditional use permit for a wetland setback encroachment, a certified survey map for a two-lot split, and proposed zoning text amendments. The board will also vote on a settlement agreement related to impact fees and a letter agreement concerning wetland fill.

• Conditional Use Permit for Briohn Building Corp/Green Bay Packaging Inc. to encroach into a 25-foot wetland setback at N128 W21600 Holy Hill Road
• Resolution approving a Letter Agreement with Briohn Building concerning wetland fill for 48th Street relocation
• 2-lot Certified Survey Map for Berean Bible Society at N112 W17761 Mequon Road
• Proposed ordinance amending Chapter 17 (Temporary Uses, Definitions, M-1 District, Accessory Uses)
• Settlement Agreement and Release with Heritage Place Joint Venture related to impact fees

The Village Board approved several land-use requests, including a conditional use permit for wetland encroachment and a 2-lot certified survey map. The Board also passed amendments to the municipal code regarding temporary uses and industrial districts.

• Approved purchase of 2024 Ford Escape (9-0)
• Approved Conditional Use Permit for wetland setback encroachment at N128 W21600 Holy Hill Road (8-1)
• Approved Letter Agreement with Briohn Building regarding wetland fill for 48th Street relocation (8-1)
• Approved 2-lot Certified Survey Map for N112 W17761 Mequon Road (9-0)
• Approved amended text amendments to Municipal Code Chapter 17 (8-1)
• Approved settlement agreement with Heritage Place Joint Venture regarding impact fees (7-2)

Park & Recreation Commission

The regular meeting of the Germantown Park & Recreation Commission scheduled for May 15, 2024, has been cancelled. No business will be discussed or decided at this time.

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will hold public hearings regarding two property variance requests. These requests involve building setbacks and accessory building size limits at specific residential properties.

• Variance appeal for W132 N11267 Forest Drive to reduce side yard setback from 20 to 10 feet
• Variance appeal for W215 N10314 Beech Drive to increase detached accessory building area from 326 to 624 sqft

Plan Commission

The Germantown Plan Commission will hold a public hearing and take action on a conditional use permit for a wetland setback encroachment, and will also act on several other items including a certified survey map, zoning permits, and proposed text amendments to the municipal code. The meeting includes approval of minutes from previous meetings and a period for citizen input.

• Conditional Use Permit for Green Bay Packaging Inc. to encroach into a 25-foot wetland setback at N128 W21600 Holy Hill Road (public hearing and action)
• 2-lot Certified Survey Map for Berean Bible Society at N112 W17761 Mequon Road (action)
• Zoning permit for exterior building renovations for Furlong Industrial Systems at W194 N11221 McCormick Drive (action)
• Zoning permit for a fence in a utility easement at N97W15805 Burr Oak Road (action)
• Proposed text amendments to Chapter 17 of the Municipal Code regarding temporary uses, definitions, M-1 Limited Industrial District, and accessory uses (action)

The Germantown Plan Commission approved a Conditional Use Permit allowing Green Bay Packaging to encroach into a 25-foot wetland setback for a new 270,000 sqft manufacturing/office facility on Holy Hill Road, with conditions including a revised compensation plan. The commission also approved a 2-lot Certified Survey Map for Berean Bible Society, a zoning permit for exterior renovations at Furlong Industrial Systems, a fence permit in a utility easement, and forwarded four text amendments to the Village Board.

• Approved CUP for wetland setback encroachment for Green Bay Packaging facility (5-0)
• Approved 2-lot CSM for Berean Bible Society property with 4 conditions (5-0)
• Approved zoning permit for Furlong Industrial Systems exterior renovations (4-1)
• Approved fence permit in utility easement at Burr Oak Road (5-0)
• Approved text amendments to Chapter 17 and forwarded to Village Board (5-0)

Economic Development Commission

The May 8, 2024 regular meeting of the Economic Development Commission has been cancelled. No items were discussed or decided.

• Meeting cancelled

Joint Review Board

The Joint Review Board is meeting to review public records, planning documents, and resolutions passed by the Plan Commission and Village Board, and to consider approving amended project plans for Tax Incremental Districts No. 7 and No. 8. The meeting includes approval of minutes from April 8, 2024, and public comment is accepted via email or virtual attendance.

• Consideration of resolution approving amended project plan for TID 7
• Consideration of resolution approving amended project plan for TID 8
• Review of TID 7 and TID 8 documents
• Approval of minutes from April 8, 2024

The Germantown Joint Review Board approved amended project plans for Tax Incremental Districts No. 7 and No. 8, each by a 4-1 vote with the school district representative opposed. The board also unanimously approved the minutes from the April 8, 2024 meeting. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved amended project plan for TID 7 (4-1)
• Approved amended project plan for TID 8 (4-1)
• Approved April 8, 2024 minutes (4-0)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Germantown Historic Preservation Commission will hold a regular meeting to handle routine business, including approving minutes, scheduling plaque presentations for the Schuster and Foster properties, and discussing updates to the driving brochure and web page. They will also consider potential historic properties for future designation. No major decisions or public hearings are listed.

• Schedule plaque presentation for Schuster Property
• Schedule plaque presentation for Foster Property
• Discussion on driving brochure and web page update
• Discuss potential Historic Properties for consideration

The Historic Preservation Commission met on May 6, 2024, and approved a motion to table the previous meeting's minutes. No substantive decisions were made; the commission discussed starting a Facebook page and considering new historic properties, and scheduled plaque presentations for the Schuster and Foster properties.

• Tabled approval of previous minutes (unanimous)
• Scheduled Schuster property plaque presentation for June/July (date TBD)
• Scheduled Foster property plaque presentation for June 15, 2024 at 2 p.m.
• Set next meeting for June 15, 2024 at Foster property

Public Safety Committee

The Germantown Public Safety Committee is meeting to discuss and potentially act on several liquor license applications, a vehicle purchase, and ongoing dispatch consolidation talks. The agenda includes routine reports from police and fire departments, approval of previous minutes, and multiple new business items.

• Purchase of Ford Escape
• Dispatch Consolidation (ongoing discussion)
• Temporary Class B license for Faith Lutheran Church Youth of Faith Spaghetti Dinner
• Temporary Class B license for Deutschstadt Heritage Foundation Mai Fest
• Reserve Combination Class B license for Sol Agave Taste of Mexico LLC

The Public Safety Committee approved several liquor license applications, including a temporary license for Faith Lutheran Church and a regular Class B license for Sol Agave Taste of Mexico after amending from a reserve license. They also approved a Ford Escape purchase for police administrative use, covered by a state grant, and discussed dispatch consolidation and outdoor extension concerns.

• Approved corrected PSC minutes of 3/4/24 and minutes of 04/04/24 (3-0, Cutts abstained)
• Approved Kwik Trip #631 successor agent application (4-0)
• Approved Speedway #4465 successor agent application (4-0)
• Approved temporary Class B license for Faith Lutheran Church spaghetti dinner (4-0)
• Approved temporary Class B license for Deutschstadt Heritage Foundation Mai Fest (4-0)
• Approved temporary outside premise extension for Buzdum's Pub & Grill car show (3-1, Baum opposed)
• Approved amended motion for regular Class B license for Sol Agave Taste of Mexico (4-0)
• Approved annual outside premise extension for Sol Agave Taste of Mexico (4-0)

Village Board

The Village Board will consider an ordinance to amend trustee districts and polling places. The meeting also includes discussions on property acquisition strategies in the Village Center District and various license applications.

• Ordinance amending trustee districts, polling places, and election wards
• Strategy discussion for property acquisitions in the Village Center District
• Contract with Ideal Mechanical for Kinderberg Park restroom upgrades
• Authorization to purchase a Mainline Sewer Television Truck
• Applications for temporary Class B retailer's licenses and outside premise extensions

The Village Board approved a motion to adjust the Country Belle Manor driveway at 100% contribution, including decorative features that existed before removal, by a 5-3 vote. The board also approved several consent agenda items, liquor licenses, and an ordinance on trustee districts and polling places. No action was taken on property acquisition strategy after closed session.

• Approved Country Belle Manor driveway adjustment at 100% contribution (5-3)
• Approved consent agenda items A-B, D, F (7-1)
• Approved Tower #4 containment change order (8-0)
• Approved purchase of mainline sewer television truck (8-0)
• Approved liquor license applications for Kwik Trip, Speedway, Faith Lutheran, Deutschstadt (8-0)
• Approved temporary outside extension for Buzdum's Pub & Grill car show (7-1)
• Approved regular Class B license for Sol Agave Taste of Mexico (8-0)
• Approved ordinance amending trustee districts and polling places (8-0)

Police & Fire Commission

The Germantown Police & Fire Commission is holding a regular meeting with a consent agenda and one new business item: conducting interviews for a detective promotion. The commission may go into closed session to discuss employment data, then reconvene in open session for any action. Public comments can be submitted by email before the meeting.

• Consent agenda: approval of April 29, 2024 minutes
• New business: interviews for detective promotion
• Possible closed session under Wis. Stats. §19.85(1)(c) for employment data

The Germantown Police and Fire Commission conducted interviews for the position of Police Detective in closed session, then reconvened in open session and unanimously approved an eligibility list of six candidates. The list is valid for 12 months. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved minutes of April 29, 2024 (unanimous)
• Convened into closed session for detective interviews (unanimous)
• Reconvened into open session (unanimous)
• Established eligibility list for Detective: Adam Bartelt, Ryan Bloch, Greg Duckert, Nicolas Ferrante, Michael Onela, Shaun Whealon (unanimous)

Public Works & Highways Committee

The Public Works & Highways Committee will discuss several infrastructure and operational items. Topics include a change order for Tower #4, the purchase of a mainline sewer television truck, and updates to the sanitary sewer service area.

• Tower #4 Containment Change Order - Maguire Iron, Inc.
• Authorization to Purchase Mainline Sewer Television Truck
• Proposed Update to the Sanitary Sewer Service Area
• 2024 Labor and Equipment Rates
• WISDOT project at Maple and Lannon

The committee approved several equipment and infrastructure recommendations for the Village Board, including a new sewer CCTV truck and alarm monitoring upgrades. It also approved the 2024 labor and equipment rates and a proposed update to the Sanitary Sewer Service Area for DNR review.

• Approved $327,964 purchase of demo sewer television truck from Envirotech Equipment (4-0)
• Approved $19,000 alarm monitoring contract with O & W Communications (3-0)
• Approved $40,000 change order for Tower #4 containment with Maguire Iron, Inc. (3-0)
• Approved Sanitary Sewer Service Area update for DNR preliminary review (4-0)
• Approved 2024 labor and equipment rates (4-0)
• Approved April 10, 2024 meeting minutes (3-0)

Police & Fire Commission

The commission will hold a meeting to conduct interviews for a detective promotion. The body may enter a closed session to discuss employment and promotion data before returning to open session for action.

• Interviews for Detective Promotion

The Police and Fire Commission met and approved the previous meeting's minutes. They then convened into closed session to conduct interviews and establish an eligibility list for the Police Sergeant position, returning to open session without taking further action. The meeting adjourned with no substantive decisions made in open session.

• Approved minutes from April 25, 2024 (unanimous)
• Convened into closed session for sergeant interviews (unanimous)
• Reconvened into open session (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Police & Fire Commission

The Police & Fire Commission will hold a regular meeting on April 25, 2024. The primary agenda item involves conducting interviews for PFC officers, which may include a closed session to discuss employment or compensation.

• Interviews for PFC Officers

The Police and Fire Commission conducted interviews and established an eligibility list for the position of Police Officer. The list includes six candidates and is valid until September 30, 2024. The meeting was held in closed session for the interviews and reconvened in open session to approve the list.

• Approved minutes of April 23, 2024 (unanimous)
• Convened into closed session for interviews (unanimous)
• Reconvened into open session (unanimous)
• Established eligibility list for Police Officer with 6 candidates (unanimous)

Utility Advisory Committee

The Utility Advisory Committee will hold a regular meeting to discuss ongoing utility matters, including a sewer rate study by Ehlers, a proposed update to the sanitary sewer service area, and water utility step two rates. No final decisions are listed on the agenda; items are for discussion only.

• Ehlers Sewer Rate Study
• Proposed update to the Sanitary Sewer Service Area
• Water Utility Step Two Rates
• Approval of minutes from January 30, 2024

The Utility Advisory Committee voted unanimously to recommend Option 1 from the Ehlers sewer rate study to the Public Safety Committee, including a biannual rate review. The committee also discussed a proposed update to the sanitary sewer service area and received an informational update on water utility step two rates, but took no action on those items. Minutes from January 30, 2024, were approved.

• Approved minutes from January 30, 2024 (5-0)
• Recommended Option 1 of Ehlers sewer rate study to Public Safety Committee, with biannual rate review (5-0)

Library Board

The Germantown Community Library Board will hold its regular meeting on April 24, 2024. The agenda consists of procedural items including reports, financial matters, and approval of previous minutes.

• Approval of March 20, 2024, meeting minutes
• Treasurer's Report
• Accounts Payable review
• Budget Reports
• Director's Report

The Library Board approved the treasurer's report and accounts payable. The board noted the implementation of the Vega Program software and provided updates on the Patio Project's construction schedule.

• Approved agenda as presented (7-0)
• Approved March 20, 2024 meeting minutes with two changes (6-0-1)
• Approved Treasurer's Report as presented (7-0)
• Approved Accounts Payable as presented (7-0)

Police & Fire Commission

The Police & Fire Commission will hold a regular meeting on April 23, 2024. The primary agenda item involves conducting interviews for PFC officers, which may include a closed session regarding employment or performance data.

• Interviews for PFC Officers

The commission met to conduct interviews and establish an eligibility list for the position of police officer. These actions took place during a closed session. No further substantive decisions were recorded in open session.

• Approved March 11, 2024 minutes (unanimous)
• Entered closed session to conduct police officer interviews and establish eligibility list (unanimous)

Plan Commission

The Germantown Plan Commission and Economic Development Commission will hold a joint meeting to discuss a residential market analysis report and review the village's 2050 housing policies. They will consider whether a comprehensive housing policy is needed. No formal action is scheduled on these items.

• Presentation of Residential Market Analysis and Strategy Planning Guidelines Report by Erik Doersching of Tracy Cross & Associates, Inc.
• Discussion of current Village of Germantown 2050 Plan housing policies and possible need for a comprehensive housing policy

The Germantown Plan Commission and Economic Development Commission held a joint meeting on April 22, 2024, primarily to hear a presentation on the Residential Market Analysis and Strategy Planning Guidelines by Erik Doersching of Tracy Cross & Associates. The study was informational only, not a plan or development proposal, and was requested by Trustee Pieper and paid for by Washington County. No formal decisions were made; the commission discussed the findings and possible future housing policy needs, but took no action.

• Heard presentation on Residential Market Analysis (no action)
• Discussed possible need for comprehensive housing policy (no action)

Park & Recreation Commission

The Commission will discuss updates on the Kinderberg Playground and bathroom project, as well as the Alt Bauer Tennis Courts. Members will also discuss opening Wilderness Park for hunting and potential new access paths at Spassland Park.

• Kinderberg Playground discussion
• Kinderberg Bathroom Project update
• Alt Bauer Tennis Courts update
• Discussion on opening Wilderness Park for hunting
• Spassland Park access and potential side-path discussion

The Commission discussed the Kinderberg playground project, directing staff to proceed with the approved $279,564 proposal and use any savings for additional park features. It also noted the approved $24,378 bathroom contract and the $69,320 tennis court resurfacing project. No formal votes were taken on these items; the meeting was largely informational and discussion-based.

• Approved minutes from March 20, 2024 (4-0)
• Directed staff to move forward with Kinderberg playground contract and consider adding features with savings
• Noted Kinderberg bathroom contract approved by General Government and Finance, pending Village Board approval
• Noted tennis court resurfacing contract approved by Village Board for $69,320 from ARPA funds

Village Board

The Germantown Village Board is meeting to consider several items, including amendments to Tax Incremental District (TID) No. 7 and No. 8 project plans, a conditional use permit for a new carwash, and a borrowing resolution for 2024 capital projects. The consent agenda includes multiple contracts and purchases, such as a new police dog, a sealcoating program, and water meter purchases.

• Amendment of Project Plans for TID No. 7 and TID No. 8, with possible resolutions
• Conditional Use Permit for Crew Carwash at N96 W17500 County Line Road (4,500 sq ft carwash)
• Borrowing Authorization Resolution for 2024 Capital Projects
• Award contract to Foth Infrastructure for well #2 and #7 generator replacements (up to $118,000)
• Award contract for 2024 Sealcoating Program to Fahrner Asphalt Sealers LLC ($249,470.40)

The Germantown Village Board approved amendments to the project plans for TID 7 and TID 8 (6-3), a conditional use permit for a 4,500 sq ft carwash at N96 W17500 County Line Road (9-0), and a borrowing authorization resolution for 2024 capital projects (7-2). The board also approved the consent agenda items, including contracts for well cleaning, water meters, sealcoating, and other services. A proposal for Country Belle Manor driveway adjustments was postponed to the next meeting.

• Approved TID 7 and TID 8 project plan amendments (6-3)
• Approved conditional use permit for Crew Carwash at N96 W17500 County Line Road (9-0)
• Approved 2024 Capital Projects borrowing authorization resolution (7-2)
• Postponed Country Belle Manor driveway adjustments cost-share program (5-4)
• Approved consent agenda items A-G, I-J, M (9-0)
• Approved Item H: CTW Wells & Pumps well cleaning contract up to $30,000 (9-0)
• Approved Item K: Metron-Farnier water meter blanket purchase order up to $30,000 (9-0)
• Approved Item L: Fahrner Asphalt Sealers 2024 sealcoating contract $249,470.40 (9-0)

Tourism Commission

The Germantown Tourism Commission will meet to review funding requests. The agenda includes unfinished business regarding Germantown Park & Recreation and new business regarding the Deutschstadt Heritage Foundation's Maifest.

• Funding request: Germantown Park & Recreation
• Funding request: Deutschstadt Heritage Foundation's Maifest

The Germantown Tourism Commission approved two funding requests. It approved $2,000 for Germantown Park & Recreation's Music at the Pavilion advertising, and approved a funding request from the Deutschstadt Heritage Foundation for the 2024 Maifest. Both motions passed unanimously by voice vote (3-0).

• Approved $2,000 for Park & Recreation Music at the Pavilion advertising (3-0)
• Approved Deutschstadt Heritage Foundation Maifest funding request (3-0)
• Approved December 4, 2023 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Approved March 4, 2024 meeting minutes (3-0)

General Government & Finance Committee

The General Government & Finance Committee will discuss several administrative and infrastructure items. Topics include an ordinance regarding election wards and polling places, as well as contracts for park restroom upgrades and sanitation services.

• Ordinance amending municipal code regarding trustee districts, polling places, and election wards
• Contract with Ideal Mechanical for Kinderberg Park restroom updates and upgrades
• Contract with Port-A-John for 2024
• Borrowing Authorization Resolution for 2024 Capital Projects
• Letter of Engagement for Bond Counsel Services with Griggs Law Office LLC

The General Government & Finance Committee recommended the 2024 capital projects bond authorization resolution to the Village Board (3-1), approved a bond counsel engagement with Griggs Law Office not to exceed $12,250, and approved contracts for Port-A-John and Ideal Mechanical for Kinderberg Park restroom upgrades. A motion to approve the Economic Development Washington County subscription and modified hours failed on a 2-2 tie.

• Recommended 2024 bond authorization resolution to Village Board (3-1)
• Approved Griggs Law Office bond counsel engagement up to $12,250 (4-0)
• Approved Port-A-John 2024 contract (4-0)
• Approved Ideal Mechanical contract for Kinderberg Park restroom upgrades at $24,378 (4-0)
• Approved ordinance amending trustee districts, polling places, and election wards (4-0)
• Approved March 18, 2024 minutes (4-0)
• Economic Development Washington County subscription motion failed (2-2)

Public Works & Highways Committee

The Public Works & Highways Committee will discuss several infrastructure projects and service contracts. Items include well maintenance, road salt, and a sealcoating program. The committee will also consider development amendments and equipment purchases.

• 2024 Sealcoating Program contract to Fahrner Asphalt Sealers LLC for $249,470.40
• Foth Infrastructure design and bid services for well #2 and #7 generator replacements up to $118,000.00
• CTW Wells & Pumps contract for well cleaning and testing not to exceed $30,000
• Emergency purchase of PLC Programming Services for Well 7 from Ruekert-Mielke for $16,900
• WisDOT State-Municipal Financial Agreement for sidewalk in STH 145/Fond du Lac Avenue for $51,000

The Public Works & Highways Committee approved a development agreement amendment for Wrenwood North, changing it from two to three phases and addressing outlot ownership and landscaping. It also approved several contracts and purchases, including a digital message center, road salt purchase, library sump pump replacement, and various water utility projects. Two motions failed: a proposal for the Village to cover 100% of driveway approach costs in Country Belle Manor (tied 2-2) and a resident's appeal regarding mailbox damage (0-4).

• Approved Wrenwood North development agreement amendment (4-0)
• Approved $20,125 digital construction message center purchase (4-0)
• Approved WisDOT road salt purchase up to 2,280 tons (4-0)
• Approved $10,770 library sump pump replacement with Hagen Plumbing (4-0)
• Approved $10,354.67 change order for Goldendale Booster Station heat cabling (4-0)
• Approved $16,900 emergency PLC programming for Well 7 (4-0)
• Approved $30,000 well cleaning contract with CTW Wells & Pumps (4-0)
• Approved $249,470.40 sealcoating contract with Fahrner Asphalt Sealers (4-0)

Plan Commission

The Germantown Plan Commission will hold public hearings and consider actions on amendments to Tax Incremental District (TID) No. 7 and No. 8 project plans, a conditional use permit and site plan for a new carwash, and proposed text amendments to the municipal code. They will also review a site plan for a large manufacturing and office building. The meeting includes approval of minutes and citizen input.

• Public hearing and possible action on amendments to TID No. 7 and TID No. 8 project plans
• Conditional Use Permit and Site Plan for Crew Carwash at N96 W17500 County Line Road (4,500 sqft self-serve carwash)
• Text amendments to Municipal Code Chapter 17 (Temporary Uses, Definitions, M-1 District, Accessory Uses)
• Site Plan for 270,000 sqft light manufacturing and 12,500 sqft office building on ~52 acres north of Holy Hill Road, east of Hwy 41, south of Rockfield Road

The Commission approved site plans for a 270,000 sqft manufacturing facility and a new self-serve carwash. Amendments to Project Plans for TID No. 7 and No. 8 were also approved. Proposed municipal code text amendments and a sign review were tabled.

• Approved Project Plan amendments for TID No. 7 and TID No. 8 (4-2)
• Approved Conditional Use Permit for Crew Carwash at N96 W17500 County Line Road (5-1)
• Approved site and building plans for Crew Carwash with amendments to preserve a tree (5-1)
• Tabled Crew Carwash sign review (unanimous)
• Tabled proposed text amendments to Chapter 17 of Municipal Code (unanimous)
• Approved site and building plans for Green Bay Packaging 270,000 sqft manufacturing and 12,500 sqft office facility (unanimous)

Municipal Board of Canvass

The Municipal Board of Canvassers will meet to tabulate election results for the Spring Election held on April 2, 2024. The board will also certify local referendum results and elected offices for Districts 1-4 and Wards 1-14.

• Tabulation of results for the April 2, 2024 Spring Election
• Certification of local referendum results
• Certification of elected offices

The Municipal Board of Canvassers certified the April 2, 2024 Spring Election results. The local referendum allowing the Village to exceed the state levy limit by 8.941% for four new police officers and ten new firefighter-paramedics passed with 3,759 yes votes to 2,302 no votes. The board also certified Terri Kaminski, Meg Cutts, Robert Warren, and Jan Miller as trustees for Districts 1 through 4. One absentee ballot not counted on Election Day was opened, added to the totals, and then sealed for the Washington County Clerk.

• Certified local referendum passed (3,759 yes, 2,302 no) allowing levy increase for police and fire staffing
• Certified Terri Kaminski as Trustee District 1
• Certified Meg Cutts as Trustee District 2
• Certified Robert Warren as Trustee District 3
• Certified Jan Miller as Trustee District 4
• Opened and counted one absentee ballot not processed on Election Day; sealed and delivered to Washington County Clerk

Joint Review Board

The Joint Review Board is meeting to review its responsibilities and discuss draft project plans. The agenda includes appointments, approval of minutes from December 19, 2023, and setting the next meeting date. No formal decisions are listed; the focus is on discussion and review.

• Review responsibilities of the Joint Review Board
• Review and discuss draft project plans
• Appointments for public member and chairperson
• Approval of minutes from December 19, 2023

The Germantown Joint Review Board held a regular meeting on April 8, 2024. The board approved the December 19, 2023 minutes and set the next meeting for May 6, 2024 at 5:00 PM. No substantive decisions were made; the agenda included only informational presentations on the board's responsibilities and draft project plans for TID 7 and TID 8.

• Approved December 19, 2023 minutes (5-0)
• Set next meeting for May 6, 2024 at 5:00 PM (5-0)

Public Safety Committee

The Germantown Public Safety Committee will meet to approve minutes, hear monthly police and fire reports, and discuss ongoing dispatch transition. No formal decisions are scheduled, but new items include a change of agent application for an ALDI store and requests for radio funding and a K9 purchase.

• Approval of minutes from March 4, 2024 Public Safety Committee meeting
• Monthly Police and Fire Department reports
• Dispatch transition ongoing discussion
• Change of agent application for ALDI Store #67 (N96W188838 County Line Rd)
• Radio funding request and K9 purchase

The Germantown Public Safety Committee approved three items: a change of agent application for ALDI Store #67, a radio funding request for mobile radios for the police department funded by a Washington County grant, and a $15,000 K9 purchase funded by the Friends of Germantown K9 Committee. The committee also approved the minutes from the 3/4/24 meeting with corrections, and heard monthly reports from police and fire departments. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved change of agent application for ALDI Store #67 (3-0)
• Approved radio funding request for GPD mobile radios via grant (3-0)
• Approved $15,000 K9 purchase funded by Friends of Germantown K9 Committee (3-0)
• Approved 3/4/24 meeting minutes with corrections (3-0)

Village Board

The Germantown Village Board is meeting to handle routine approvals, a claim denial, a conditional use permit amendment, and several spending items, including a $300,000 park equipment purchase and a $69,320 tennis court maintenance contract. The board may also enter closed session to discuss acquiring properties in the Village Center District and the Grosenick Property on Main Street and Fond du Lac Avenue.

• Resolution disallowing claim of Scott A. and Carmen J. Miller for automobile damage
• Change of agent application for ALDI Store #67 at N96W188838 County Line Rd
• Amendment to Conditional Use Permit No. #13-2019 for Das Barrel Room Tavern & Grill at W201 N10466 Appleton Avenue to expand off-site parking
• Award contract to Pro Track and Tennis, Inc. not to exceed $69,320 from ARPA funds for Alt Bauer Park tennis court maintenance
• Purchase of Kinderberg Park equipment and installation from Lee Recreation, LLC not to exceed $300,000

The Germantown Village Board approved several items, including a $300,000 purchase of Kinderberg Park equipment and installation services, a $69,320 contract for Alt Bauer Park tennis court maintenance, and a conditional use permit amendment for Das Barrel Room Tavern & Grill. The board also denied a claim for automobile damage and approved a change of agent for ALDI Store #67. In closed session, the board directed staff to proceed with property acquisition strategies and approved an amendment to an offer to purchase for the Grosenick Property.

• Approved $300,000 Kinderberg Park equipment purchase (8-0)
• Approved $69,320 Alt Bauer Park tennis court maintenance contract (8-0)
• Approved Das Barrel Room Tavern & Grill conditional use permit amendment (5-2)
• Denied Scott A. and Carmen J. Miller's claim for automobile damage (7-0)
• Approved ALDI Store #67 change of agent application (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda including March 18 and March 25 minutes and burn tower repairs (7-0)
• Directed staff to proceed on Village Center property acquisition strategy (6-1-1)
• Approved amendment to offer to purchase for Grosenick Property (5-3)

Village Board

The Germantown Village Board is holding a special meeting to discuss the potential acquisition of two properties: N116 W15843 Main Street and W157 N11593 Fon Du Lac Avenue. The board may enter closed session to negotiate the purchase, then reconvene in open session to take action. No other business is listed.

• Potential acquisition of Grosenick Property at N116 W15843 Main Street
• Potential acquisition of property at W157 N11593 Fon Du Lac Avenue
• Possible closed session under Wis. Stat. 19.85(1)(e) for property purchase negotiations

The Village Board met in a special session to discuss the acquisition of the Grosenick property. Following a closed session, the Board voted to direct staff to proceed as discussed regarding the properties.

• Directed staff to proceed with acquisition of Grosenick property (5-3)

Park & Recreation Commission

The Park & Recreation Commission will hold its regular meeting at Germantown Village Hall Board Room. The body will discuss and potentially act on the Kinderberg Playground Equipment project under old business. No other concrete decisions or dollar amounts are listed on the agenda.

• Kinderberg Playground Equipment - Discussion and Action

The Park & Recreation Commission approved a bid from Lee Recreation for the Kinderberg Park playground equipment, with an amendment capping the amount at $300,000. The vote was unanimous (5-0). The commission also approved the February 21, 2024 minutes with corrections, and heard a report that the Village Board approved the purchase of a 2024 Articulating Wheel Loader for $118,100.00.

• Approved Lee Recreation bid for Kinderberg playground equipment, not to exceed $300,000 (5-0)
• Approved February 21, 2024 minutes with corrections (5-0)
• Village Board approved purchase of 2024 Articulating Wheel Loader for $118,100.00 (reported)

Library Board

The Germantown Community Library Board is holding its regular monthly meeting. The board will consider a meeting room policy and a donor tree under new business, and will receive routine reports on finances, village and county matters, and the director's update. The agenda is largely procedural, with the two new business items being the only substantive policy discussions.

• Meeting Room Policy discussion
• Donor Tree discussion
• Approval of February 28, 2024 meeting minutes
• Treasurer's Report and Accounts Payable
• Village Administrator Update

The Library Board approved a new Meeting Room Policy and a recommendation for the future use of the Donor Tree. The board also approved the Treasurer's Report and Accounts Payable.

• Approved Meeting Room Policy (7-0)
• Approved Donor Tree future use recommendation (6-0-1)
• Approved Treasurer's Report (7-0)
• Approved Accounts Payable (7-0)
• Approved February 28, 2024, meeting minutes (7-0)

Public Works & Highways Committee

The Public Works & Highways Committee is holding a special meeting to consider awarding the 2024 Annual Road Program contract to Wolf Paving Co., Inc. of Hartland, Wisconsin, for an amount not to exceed $1,274,082. This is the only substantive item on the agenda; the rest is procedural.

• Award contract for 2024 Annual Road Program to Wolf Paving Co., Inc. for up to $1,274,082

The Public Works & Highways Committee voted 3-0 to award the 2024 Annual Road Program contract to Wolf Paving Co., Inc. of Hartland, Wisconsin. The contract amount is not to exceed $1,274,082, based on a low bid of $1,107,255 plus a 15% contingency of $166,089. Three qualified bids were received and read on March 14, 2024. The meeting was a special meeting held at 5:45 PM and adjourned at 5:55 PM.

• Approved awarding 2024 Annual Road Program contract to Wolf Paving Co., Inc. (3-0), amount not to exceed $1,274,082

General Government & Finance Committee

The General Government & Finance Committee will meet to discuss updates on American Rescue Plan (ARPA) fund usage, including a request to approve entertainment costs for music at the Pavilion and a proposal to use ARPA funds for the Alt Bauer Tennis Court. The committee will also hear a presentation on 2023 village investment results, consider borrowing authorization for 2024 capital projects, and review annual HR and communications reports.

• Request to approve entertainment costs for music at the Pavilion (Parks & Recreation Department)
• Request to use ARPA funds for Alt Bauer Tennis Court (Parks & Recreation Department)
• Presentation by Ehlers on 2023 Village Investment Results
• Borrowing Authorization Resolution for 2024 Capital Projects
• Annual HR & Communications Report

The General Government & Finance Committee voted 4-0 to recommend allocating ARPA funds as stated, and approved entertainment costs for Music at the Pavilion, use of ARPA funds for Alt Bauer Tennis Court, and new police job descriptions. The borrowing resolution was moved to a future Village Board agenda, and the HR & Communications report was postponed.

• Approved recommendation to allocate ARPA funds (4-0)
• Approved entertainment costs for Music at the Pavilion (4-0)
• Approved use of ARPA funds for Alt Bauer Tennis Court (4-0)
• Moved borrowing authorization resolution to future Village Board agenda (4-0)
• Postponed HR & Communications report to next meeting (4-0)
• Approved Police Support Specialist and Police System Specialist job descriptions (4-0)

Village Board

The Village Board will consider several large contracts for road reconstruction and annual paving programs. The meeting also includes discussions regarding property acquisitions in the Village Center District and the Grosenick property.

• Donges Bay Road Reconstruction Project contract up to $2,769,158
• 2024 Annual Road Program contract up to $1,274,082
• Purchase of 2024 Articulating Wheel-Loader for up to $119,100
• Donges Bay Road construction management services up to $249,648
• Acquisition of Grosenick Property at N116 W15843 Main Street and W157 N11593 Fond du Lac Avenue

The Village Board approved a consent agenda including a $2,769,158 contract for the Donges Bay Road reconstruction project and several other contracts and purchases. New business included approval of police job descriptions, a DPW facility bid package, a $249,648 construction management contract for Donges Bay Road (7-1), and a $1,274,082 annual road program contract. The board also directed staff to proceed with the Grosenick property acquisition as discussed in closed session (5-3).

• Approved $2,769,158 Donges Bay Road reconstruction contract to Vinton Construction (8-0)
• Approved $1,274,082 2024 Annual Road Program contract to Wolf Paving (8-0)
• Approved $249,648 construction management contract for Donges Bay Road to Graef (7-1)
• Approved $119,100 purchase of 2024 articulating wheel-loader from Fabrick Cat (8-0)
• Approved $21,198 Senior Center exterior painting contract to MACORP LLC (8-0)
• Approved $32,063 Firemen's Park bandshell painting contract to MACORP LLC (8-0)
• Approved police support specialist and police system specialist job descriptions (8-0)
• Directed staff to proceed with Grosenick property acquisition as discussed in closed session (5-3)

Police & Fire Commission

The Germantown Police & Fire Commission will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes from January 23, 2024, and conduct interviews for a Fire/Medic position. The commission may enter closed session to discuss employment data, as allowed by state statute.

• Approval of January 23, 2024 minutes
• Interviews for Fire/Medic position
• Possible closed session per Wis. Stats. §19.85(1)(c)

The Police and Fire Commission approved its January 23, 2024 minutes and appointed Chris Yatchak as Secretary Pro Tem. The commission convened into closed session to conduct interviews and establish an eligibility list for Paramedic and Firefighter/Paramedic, then reconvened into open session. In open session, it voted unanimously by roll call to establish a 12-month eligibility list of four candidates: Kate Hettenbach, William Favert, Victoria Obst and Josephine Ward. The meeting adjourned at 8:15 p.m.; no next meeting date was set.

• Approved January 23, 2024 minutes (unanimous)
• Appointed Chris Yatchak as Secretary Pro Tem (unanimous)
• Convened into closed session at 6:06 p.m. for interviews/eligibility list (unanimous)
• Reconvened into open session at 8:06 p.m. (unanimous)
• Established 12-month eligibility list for Paramedic, Firefighter/Paramedic: Kate Hettenbach, William Favert, Victoria Obst, Josephine Ward (roll call, unanimous, 8:13 p.m.)
• Adjourned at 8:15 p.m. (roll call, unanimous)

Plan Commission

The Germantown Plan Commission will hold a regular meeting to consider three zoning permit applications and a conditional use permit amendment. The commission will vote on two fence installations in easements and an expansion of off-site parking for Das Barrel Room Tavern & Grill, which was tabled from a previous meeting.

• Zoning permit for 4' fence in utility & drainage easement at W158 N9763 Sumac Road
• Zoning permit for 6' fence in storm sewer easement at W156 N10876 Catskill Lane
• Amendment to Conditional Use Permit #13-2019 to expand off-site parking at W201 N10466 Appleton Avenue

The Germantown Plan Commission approved a conditional use permit amendment for Das Barrel Room Tavern & Grill to expand its off-site parking area, with conditions including paving and a vegetated buffer. Two fence permits in easements were also approved. The meeting included public comments but no other substantive decisions.

• Approved zoning permit for 4' fence in utility & drainage easement at W158 N9763 Sumac Road (6-1)
• Approved zoning permit for 6' vinyl fence in storm sewer easement at W156 N10876 Catskill Lane (unanimous)
• Approved amended Conditional Use Permit #13-2019 for Das Barrel Room to expand off-site parking (6-1)

Public Works & Highways Committee

The Public Works & Highways Committee will consider awarding contracts for the Donges Bay Road reconstruction project, including a $2,517,416 construction contract to Vinton Construction and a $249,648 construction management contract to Graef. They will also discuss several other purchases, project updates, and approvals, including a contract for conceptual designs for Division Road public information meetings.

• Award $2,517,416 contract to Vinton Construction for Donges Bay Road reconstruction from STH 145 to Wasaukee Road
• Award $249,648 contract to Graef for construction management and inspection of Donges Bay Road project
• Award $30,980 contract to Kapur and Associates for Division Road conceptual designs
• Approve blanket purchase orders for Ferguson Water Works, Core and Main, Adaptor Inc., Visu-Sewer, William/Reid LLC, and yard waste facility material processing
• Discuss DPW facility construction update and approval of Bid Package #4

The Public Works & Highways Committee approved several equipment and maintenance contracts and recommended multiple wastewater utility purchase orders to the Village Board. The committee also advanced a major roadway reconstruction project and conceptual designs for Division Road.

• Recommended $2,769,158 Donges Bay Reconstruction contract to Vinton Construction (4-0)
• Recommended $249,648 construction management contract to Graef for Donges Bay Road (3-0-1)
• Recommended $30,980 conceptual design contract to Kapur and Associates for Division Road (4-0)
• Approved $814,693 bid package for DPW facility demolition and restoration (3-1)
• Recommended purchase of Caterpillar wheel-loader for $119,100 (4-0)
• Recommended painting contracts for Senior Center ($21,198) and Firemen's Park bandshell ($32,063) (4-0)
• Approved acceptance of sanitary sewer improvements at N104W12667 Donges Bay Rd (4-0)
• Recommended six wastewater and yard waste blanket POs totaling $173,400 (4-0)

Tourism Commission

The Germantown Tourism Commission will hold a regular meeting to consider two funding requests: one from Germantown Park & Recreation and one from EKM Moose Lodge. No other substantive items are on the agenda.

• Request for Funding – Germantown Park & Recreation
• Request for Funding - EKM Moose Lodge

The commission approved a small funding request for a bowling tournament. A separate request for Music at the Pavilion advertising was postponed for legal review.

• Approved $75 funding request for EKM Moose Lodge bowling tournament advertising (4-0)
• Postponed Germantown Park & Recreation Music at the Pavilion funding request for review by Village Attorney Sadjak (4-0)

Public Safety Committee

The Germantown Public Safety Committee is meeting to discuss and potentially act on several public safety items, including an ongoing dispatch transition, a needs assessment for public safety buildings, and various equipment purchases. The agenda includes reports from the police and fire departments, as well as policy updates. No final decisions are listed, but the committee will consider these items for recommendation to the Village Board.

• Discussion on Public Safety Building Needs Assessment RFP
• Dispatch Transition (ongoing discussion)
• Purchase of Support Therapy Dog
• Application for Temporary Class 'B' Retailer's License - Kiwanis of Germantown
• Repairs to Burn Tower

The committee approved the purchase of a support therapy dog for the police department and upgrades to Knoxbox units and the Station 2 burn tower. It also approved two consolidated police position descriptions for financial review and a retail license for the Kiwanis of Germantown.

• Approved purchase of support therapy dog for GPD (3-0)
• Approved Knoxbox unit and electronic box upgrades (3-0)
• Approved repairs to Station 2 burn tower (3-0)
• Approved two consolidated police position descriptions for GGF financial consideration (3-0)
• Approved Temporary Class 'B' / 'Class B' Retailer's License for Kiwanis of Germantown (3-0)
• Approved February 5, 2024 meeting minutes (3-0)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Germantown Historic Preservation Commission will hold a regular meeting to handle routine business, including approving minutes, discussing updates to the Village Hall picture wall and file digitization, and scheduling plaque presentations for the Schuster and Foster properties. The commission will also consider creating updated brochures featuring new historic properties. No major policy decisions or public hearings are on the agenda.

• Update on Village Hall Picture Wall and Photos
• Update of paper/digital files
• Schedule Schuster Property Plaque Presentation and Photos
• Schedule Foster Property Plaque Presentation and Photos
• Create updated brochures with new Historic Properties

The commission approved the minutes from the previous meeting. No other substantive decisions were recorded during the session.

• Approved previous meeting minutes

Village Board

The Germantown Village Board is holding a regular meeting with several discussion items, including a public safety building needs assessment RFP, a presentation on village debt levels, and a development agreement for Green Bay Packaging. The board may also enter closed session to discuss the development agreement and the administrator's performance goals. Consent agenda items include approval of minutes and IT infrastructure equipment replacement.

• Discussion on Public Safety Building Needs Assessment RFP
• Presentation on Village of Germantown Debt Levels
• Green Bay Packaging Development Agreement for property along I-41 between Holy Hill Road and Rockfield Road
• Application for Temporary Class B Retailer's License - Kiwanis of Germantown
• Possible cancellation of April 1st Village Board Meeting due to Spring Election on April 2nd

The Germantown Village Board approved the consent agenda (December 18, 2023 minutes and IT infrastructure equipment replacement), a temporary Class B retailer's license for Kiwanis of Germantown, and rescheduled the April 1 meeting to April 4 due to the spring election. The board also discussed a public safety building needs assessment and debt levels, and entered closed session for items E and F, taking no action on them.

• Approved consent agenda items A & B (8-0)
• Approved temporary Class B retailer's license for Kiwanis of Germantown (8-0)
• Rescheduled April 1 Village Board meeting to April 4, 2024 (8-0)
• Entered closed session for Green Bay Packaging development agreement and Administrator performance goals (8-0)

Library Board

The Germantown Community Library Board will review financial reports and the 2023 Annual Report. The board also plans to discuss the Library Patio Project and the Emergency Closing Policy.

• Library 2023 Annual Report
• Library Patio Project
• Emergency Closing Policy
• Treasurer's Report
• Accounts Payable

The Germantown Community Library Board approved the Patio Project plan as presented, with an amendment requiring a review with the Village Engineer. The board also approved the Emergency Closing Policy with a five-day annual cap, the 2023 Annual Report, and routine financial reports. The meeting was largely procedural, with no public comments or other substantive decisions.

• Approved Patio Project plan with amendment for Village Engineer review (4-2)
• Approved Emergency Closing Policy with five-day annual cap (6-0)
• Approved 2023 Annual Report for submission to state (6-0)
• Approved Treasurer's Report (6-0)
• Approved Accounts Payable report (6-0)
• Approved January 24, 2024 meeting minutes (5-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved agenda as presented (5-0, 1 abstention)

Park & Recreation Commission

The Germantown Park & Recreation Commission will discuss and potentially act on several items, including replacing wood chips and adding equipment at Kinderberg Playground, setting Summer 2024 program fees, and increasing fees for the Community Garden and Farmers Market. They will also receive updates on the Goldendale Trail and consider new basketball goals at Kinderberg Park. Public comments are accepted via email by 4 p.m. on the meeting day.

• Kinderberg Playground wood chips replacement costs - discussion & action
• Kinderberg Playground additional equipment - discussion & action
• Summer 2024 Program Fees & Charges - discussion & action
• Community Garden 2024 increase fees - discussion & action
• Farmers Market 2024 increase fees - discussion & action

The Park & Recreation Commission voted 6-0 to direct staff to seek bids for a new Kinderberg Park playground with a wood chip surface that will not be replaced with turf in five years. It also voted 5-1 to put both Kinderberg basketball hoops back up with monitoring, and approved Summer 2024 program fees, Community Garden fee increases, and Farmers Market fee increases. The Village Board report noted the Junior Warhawks user agreement was approved and the Goldendale Trail land transfer was discussed.

• Approved minutes of the January 17, 2024 meeting (6-0)
• Directed staff to seek bids for a new Kinderberg Park playground with a wood chip surface, not replaced in 5 years (6-0)
• Approved putting both Kinderberg Park basketball hoops back up with monitoring; a rise in poor behavior or police calls triggers immediate rim removal (5-1, Hudson no)
• Approved Summer 2024 Program Fees & Charges as presented (6-0)
• Approved Community Garden 2024 fee increases: 10'x20' plot to $50, 20'x20' plot to $80 (6-0)
• Approved Farmers Market 2024 fee increase to $75 for the season (6-0)
• Village Board report: Junior Warhawks user agreement with the Village approved; Goldendale Trail discussed

General Government & Finance Committee

The General Government & Finance Committee is meeting to discuss and potentially act on several items, including IT infrastructure equipment replacement, a request for proposals for a benefit broker, an update on American Rescue Plan funds, and an audio/visual update. The agenda also includes routine reports on accounts payable, budget to actual, and payroll.

• IT Infrastructure Equipment Replacement
• Benefit Broker RFP
• American Rescue Plan - Update and Action
• Audio/Visual Update
• Accounts Payable, Budget to Actual, Payroll reports

The General Government & Finance Committee approved funding for IT equipment replacement. The committee postponed action on the American Rescue Plan update until the March 18, 2024 meeting.

• Approved IT Infrastructure Equipment Replacement not to exceed $82,706.27 (4-0)
• Postponed American Rescue Plan update and action to March 18, 2024 (4-0)

Village Board

The Germantown Village Board will consider transferring a 51.6-acre parcel from the Milwaukee Metropolitan Sewerage District for trail and open space use. The board will also discuss infrastructure projects, a public safety building needs assessment, and the 2023 library report. Several contract awards and a new sergeant position are on the consent agenda.

• Ownership transfer of 51.6-acre parcel (GTNV 182-985) from MMSD for trail system and open space
• Contract award for Tower 3 Rehab Construction and Grant Administration
• Contract award for 2024 Water Main Relay Project Design
• Creation of Sergeant Position
• 2024 Center and Edge-Line Striping

The Village Board approved several infrastructure projects and the transfer of a 51.6-acre parcel for trail and open space conservation. The board also approved various consent agenda items, including the creation of a police sergeant position.

• Approved $6.87M for infrastructure projects around GBP, Truck Country and TIDs 7 & 8 (6-3)
• Approved ownership transfer of 51.6-acre parcel from MMSD for trails and open space (8-1)
• Approved 2024 Fire Department Interior Painting Project at a cost of $30,863 (7-2)
• Approved creation of Sergeant position (9-0)
• Approved 2024 Water Main Relay Project Design contract (9-0)
• Approved Tower 3 Rehab Construction and Grant Administration contract (9-0)
• Approved 2024 Tar & Mastic Purchase (9-0)
• Approved 2024 Center and Edge-Line Striping (9-0)

Plan Commission

The Germantown Plan Commission will hold a regular meeting to discuss and act on several site plan reviews, a residential market analysis, and a planned development district consultation for a large mixed-use project. The commission will also consider transferring a 51.6-acre parcel from MMSD for trail and open space use. Public comments are accepted via email or in person.

• Discussion of Residential Market Analysis & Strategy Planning Report by Tracy Cross & Associates
• Site plan review for 52,038 sq ft manufacturing/warehouse building at W129 N11025 Washington Drive (action)
• Site plan review for 23,471 sq ft building and parking expansion at N100 W14290 Bel Aire Lane (action)
• PDD consultation for 580-600 unit mixed-use residential/commercial development 'Arbor Village' on 65.2 acres east of Fond du Lac Ave, north of Donges Bay Rd (discussion)
• Action on ownership transfer of 51.6-acre parcel (GTNV 182-985) from MMSD for trail system and open space

The Plan Commission approved site plans for three industrial buildings and a church expansion. The commission also approved the transfer of 51.6 acres from the Milwaukee Metropolitan Sewerage District for trails and open space. Proposals for a large mixed-use residential development and a residential market strategy were discussed without action.

• Approved revised elevations for 52,038 sqft manufacturing building at W129 N11025 Washington Drive (Unanimous)
• Approved revised landscaping for Bethlehem Lutheran Church expansion at N108 W14290 Bel Aire Lane (Unanimous)
• Approved 9,376 sqft maintenance building at N120 W21350 Freistadt Road (Unanimous)
• Approved 7,500 sqft building addition at N114 W18635 Clinton Drive with modified landscaping (Unanimous)
• Approved ownership transfer of 51.6-acre parcel from MMSD for trails and open space (6-1)
• Approved minutes from January 8 and January 22, 2024 (Williams abstained)

Public Works & Highways Committee

The Public Works & Highways Committee will review and potentially act on several infrastructure items, including opening purchase orders for water system repairs, awarding contracts for the Tower 3 rehabilitation and the 2024 water main relay project design, and discussing proposed improvements around GBP, Truck Country, and TIDs 7 & 8. The agenda also includes discussions on tree trimming, mailbox policy, and purchases for tar, mastic, and striping services.

• Open PO to replace hydrants, valves, water service repairs and water main breaks in 2024
• Contract Award - Tower 3 Rehab Construction and Grant Administration
• Proposed Infrastructure Improvement Projects around GBP, Truck Country and TID's 7 & 8
• Contract Award - 2024 Water Main Relay Project Design
• 2024 Tar & Mastic Purchase and 2024 Center and Edge-Line Striping

The committee approved several maintenance contracts and recommended that the Village Board proceed with infrastructure improvements around the Freistadt district. It also voted to increase the reimbursement amount for snowplow-damaged mailboxes.

• Approved open POs for water infrastructure repairs up to $415,000 (4-0)
• Approved Foth contract for Tower 3 Rehab not to exceed $147,000 (4-0)
• Recommended Village Board proceed with infrastructure improvements around GBP and TIDs 7&8 (3-1)
• Approved Kapur proposal for 2024 Water Main Relay Project Design for $89,444 (4-0)
• Approved continuing current tree trimming contract with arborist involvement (3-1)
• Increased snowplow mailbox reimbursement from $75 to $100 (4-0)
• Approved $32,185.73 purchase of tar and mastic for road sealing (4-0)
• Approved $60,775 contract with Washington County for road striping (4-0)

Village Board

The Germantown Village Board will hold its regular meeting on February 5, 2024, at 7:00 PM. The board will consider several new business items, including an original liquor license application for The Supper Club, lease agreements, and potential closed-session discussions on litigation and the administrator's performance. The consent agenda includes routine approvals such as meeting minutes, overtime, and contracts.

• Original Class B fermented malt beverage and intoxicating liquor license for FCH Germantown LLC, d/b/a The Supper Club, N116W15841 Main St
• Temporary outside premise extension applications for properties at N116W15863 Main St and N116W15841 Main St
• Lease agreement between the Village and Jr. Warhawks Baseball Program
• Engagement of Godfrey & Kahn as environmental counsel for property at N116W15843 Main Street
• Impact fee claim by Heritage Place Joint Venture, LLC (possible closed session)

The Village Board approved a new liquor license and two temporary outside premise extensions for FCH Germantown LLC. The board also approved a lease for the Jr. Warhawks Baseball Program and hired environmental counsel for a Main Street property.

• Approved 'Class B' liquor license for FCH Germantown LLC/The Supper Club (8-0-1)
• Approved two temporary outside premise extensions for FCH Germantown LLC (8-0-1 each)
• Approved lease agreement with Jr. Warhawks Baseball Program (8-1-0)
• Approved engagement of Godfrey & Kahn as environmental counsel for N116W15843 Main Street (7-2-0)
• Denied request for seminar, meeting, and travel funds for Trustee Jan Miller (2-7-0)
• Approved website and hosting annual contract (9-0-0)
• Approved squad changeover funds, battalion chief overtime, and engineering pay grades (9-0-0)
• Postponed approval of December 18, 2023 meeting minutes (9-0-0)

Public Safety Committee

The Germantown Public Safety Committee is meeting to review police and fire reports, discuss ongoing dispatch transition, and consider new business including a liquor license application and creation of a sergeant position. The committee will also receive an update on public information efforts for a public safety referendum. Public comments are accepted via email or in person.

• Application for original Class B fermented malt beverage and intoxicating liquor license for FCH Germantown LLC, d/b/a The Supper Club, N116W15841 Main St, agent Shaun Bowe
• Creation of Sergeant Position
• Dispatch Transition (ongoing discussion)
• Update on Public Information Efforts for Public Safety Referendum
• Police and Fire Department Monthly Reports

The Public Safety Committee approved an original Class B liquor license for The Supper Club at 116 W15841 Main St, with Trustee Pieper recusing herself. The committee also approved the creation of a new police sergeant position, costing approximately $11,000, to complete the department's command staff restructuring plan. Discussions continued regarding the ongoing transition of dispatch services to Washington County, with a timeline update expected for the next meeting.

• Approved original Class B liquor license for The Supper Club (3-0, 1 abstain)
• Approved creation of new police sergeant position (4-0)
• Approved January 8, 2024 meeting minutes as amended (4-0)
• Deferred discussion on Main Street commercial property agreement to Village Board
• Dispatch transition timeline to be provided by Administrator Kreklow for March 4 meeting

Utility Advisory Committee

The Germantown Utility Advisory Committee is holding a regular meeting to discuss new business, including a report from Ehlers on the Sewer Utility Rate Study and an update on the Richfield Sewer and Water Project. The meeting includes routine items like call to order, roll call, and approval of minutes from August 16, 2023. Public comments can be submitted via email before the meeting.

• Report from Ehlers on Sewer Utility Rate Study
• Update on Richfield Sewer and Water Project
• Approval of minutes from August 16, 2023

The committee approved the minutes from August 16, 2023. Members reviewed a 2024 Sewer Rate Study and received an update on the Richfield Sewer and Water Project, though no formal actions were taken on these items.

• Approved August 16, 2023 Minutes (3-0-1)

Library Board

The Germantown Community Library Board is meeting to handle routine business including approval of minutes, financial reports, and various reports. The only new business item is discussion of an Emergency Closing Policy. No other substantive decisions are on the agenda.

• Emergency Closing Policy (new business)
• Approval of December 20, 2024 meeting minutes
• Treasurer's report, accounts payable, budget reports
• Reports from village, county, system, president, and director

The Library Board approved the agenda, December 2023 meeting minutes, and accounts payable. Members discussed the 2023 health insurance budget overage and proposed updates to the Emergency Closing Policy, which were tabled for further review.

• Approved agenda (7-0)
• Approved December 20, 2023 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Approved accounts payable as presented (7-0)

General

The Germantown Police & Fire Commission will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes and conduct interviews for the open police sergeant position. The body may enter closed session to discuss employment-related matters before reconvening in open session.

• Interviews and eligibility list for Police Sergeant position

The Police and Fire Commission approved previous meeting minutes and convened into closed session to interview candidates for the Police Sergeant position. After returning to open session, the Commission unanimously established an eligibility list of eight candidates valid for 12 months.

• Approved December 18, 2023 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved January 22, 2024 minutes (unanimous)
• Convened into closed session for interviews (unanimous)
• Established eligibility list for Police Sergeant position (unanimous)
• Listed eight candidates valid for 12 months

General

The Germantown Joint Plan Commission and Economic Development Commission will meet to receive a presentation and discuss the draft Residential Market Analysis and Strategy Planning Guidelines report by Erik Doersching of Tracy Cross & Associates. No formal action is listed on the agenda beyond the presentation and discussion.

• Presentation and discussion of Residential Market Analysis and Strategy Planning Guidelines draft report

The Joint Plan and Economic Development Commissions met to review a draft report on Residential Market Analysis and Strategy Planning Guidelines. No formal votes or decisions were recorded during the meeting.

Police & Fire Commission

The Germantown Police & Fire Commission will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes, conduct interviews for the position of Police Sergeant, and discuss PFC rules. The interviews may occur in closed session, with possible action taken in open session.

• Conducting interviews and establishing an eligibility list for Police Sergeant
• Discussion of PFC Rules
• Approval of December 19, 2023 minutes

The commission approved the minutes from the December 19, 2023 meeting and adopted presented rule changes for the PFC Rules. The body also convened in closed session to conduct interviews and establish an eligibility list for the position of Police Sergeant.

• Approved December 19, 2023 minutes with a minor change (unanimous)
• Adopted PFC rule changes as presented (unanimous)

Village Board

This is a special meeting of the Germantown Village Board. The board will receive an interim market update and discuss the administrator's 2023 performance goals, which may include a closed session for performance evaluation. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Interim market update presentation
• Administrator 2023 performance goals update
• Possible closed session under Wis. Stat. 19.85(1)(c) for employee performance evaluation

The Village Board approved the use of ARPA funds for a market update. The Board also entered a closed session to discuss the Village Administrator's performance and pay.

• Approved use of $65,000 of ARPA Funds for Interim Market Update (8-0)
• Approved entry into closed session to discuss Administrator performance and pay (8-0)

Senior Advisory Committee

The Germantown Senior Advisory Committee is holding a regular meeting to approve the October 2023 minutes, receive citizen input, and discuss reports including the 2023 report, coordinator's report, and club report. The agenda is largely procedural with no specific action items listed.

• Approval of October 2023 meeting minutes
• 2023 report
• Coordinator's report
• Club report

The committee approved a motion to begin procedures for acquiring a filtered water fountain to replace an aging beverage machine. The board also reviewed the 2023 Senior Center report and discussed potential capital improvements for village parks.

• Approved minutes from October 2024 meeting
• Approved motion to start procedure to acquire a filtered water fountain

Park & Recreation Commission

The Germantown Park & Recreation Commission will meet to discuss and act on several park-related items, including extending pavilion music hours, adopting a pedestrian/bike trail master plan, and reviewing a new trail design between Holy Hill Road and Freistadt. The commission will also consider a field usage agreement and potential ARPA funding for park improvements.

• Extension of Music at the Pavilion hours to 10:00 p.m.
• Resolution adopting Pedestrian/Bike Trail Master Plan
• Presentation and discussion of trail design between Holy Hill Road to Freistadt
• Junior Warhawks Field Usage Agreement
• ARPA Funding for Park Improvements discussion

The Park & Recreation Commission approved extending the Music at the Pavilion end time from 9:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. for the 2024 season, with a plan to revisit it in fall 2024. It also approved a Junior Warhawks field usage agreement that raises fees to $4,000.00. The commission received a GRAEF presentation on a proposed trail between Holy Hill Road and Freistadt and discussed possible ARPA funding for park improvements, but took no action on those items.

• Approved extending Music at the Pavilion end time to 10:00 p.m. for the 2024 season, to be revisited in fall 2024 (4-0)
• Approved the Junior Warhawks Field Usage Agreement as presented, with fees raised to $4,000.00 (4-0)
• Approved the December 6, 2023 minutes as presented (4-0)

Village Board

The Germantown Village Board is meeting to consider a resolution authorizing a referendum that would allow the Village to exceed the state-imposed levy limit beginning with the 2024 levy. The board will also vote on a consent agenda that includes several vehicle purchases, contract awards for water and tower projects, and multiple liquor license applications. New business includes appointments, a trail master plan, and potential property acquisitions and development agreements, some of which may be discussed in closed session.

• Resolution authorizing referendum to exceed state-imposed levy limit
• Award of contract to JH Hassinger for $2,557,000 for Well 12 Construction Project
• Award of contract to Seven Brothers Painting, Inc. for $809,050 for Tower 3 Rehab Project
• Purchase of Ford F150 Police Responder Vehicle not to exceed $47,343
• Acquisition of Grosenick Property at N116 W15843 Main Street and W157 N11593 Fon du Lac Avenue

The Village Board approved a resolution to hold a referendum allowing the Village to exceed state levy limits starting with the 2024 levy. The Board also authorized several infrastructure contracts and vehicle purchases for police, parks, and highway departments.

• Approved referendum resolution to exceed state-imposed levy limit (7-0)
• Awarded $2,557,000 contract to JH Hassinger for Well 12 Construction (7-0)
• Awarded $809,050 contract to Seven Brothers Painting, Inc for Tower 3 Rehab (7-0)
• Approved $286,000 Highway Department patrol truck purchase (7-0)
• Approved $111,005 contract to Mid City Corporation for Well 5 Rehab (7-0)
• Approved purchase of three police vehicles totaling $212,871.30 (7-0)
• Approved $60,000 Parks Department pick-up truck purchase (7-0)
• Approved liquor license for FCH Germantown LLC excluding outdoor premise (6-0)

General Government & Finance Committee

The Germantown General Government & Finance Committee is meeting to discuss and potentially act on several administrative and financial items, including a website hosting contract, new pay grades for engineering tech and land surveyor positions, a membership renewal, an ARPA update, and the audit process timeline. The agenda also includes routine consent items, reports on accounts payable, budget, and payroll, and public input is invited.

• Website & Hosting Annual Contract
• Engineering Tech and Land Surveyor Positions and Pay Grades
• League of Municipalities - Membership Renewal
• American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Update
• 2023 Audit and PSC Report Process and Timeline

The General Government & Finance Committee approved a website hosting contract for $12,717.57 and added two budgeted positions for an Engineering Tech and Land Surveyor. They also approved a League of Municipalities membership renewal for $9,232.55. Updates on the American Rescue Plan Act and the 2023 audit were discussed but no action was taken.

• Approved December 18, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved Website & Hosting Annual Contract for $12,717.57 (4-0)
• Approved Engineering Tech and Land Surveyor positions and pay grades (4-0)
• Approved League of Municipalities Membership Renewal for $9,232.55 (4-0)
• Discussed ARPA update (no action taken)
• Discussed 2023 Audit and PSC Report process (no action taken)

Public Works & Highways Committee

The Germantown Public Works & Highways Committee is meeting to consider several infrastructure items, including accepting improvements for Willow Creek Dickman, purchasing new trucks for the highway and parks departments, awarding contracts for water system rehabilitation projects, and discussing a railroad crossing petition and Division Road reconstruction strategy. The agenda includes routine items like approving previous minutes and setting the next meeting date.

• Acceptance of improvements - Willow Creek Dickman
• 2024 Highway Department Patrol Truck Purchase
• 2024 Parks Department Pick-Up Truck Purchase
• Contract Award - Tower 3 Rehab, Well 5 Rehab, and Well 12
• Resolution petitioning for alteration of a railroad crossing

The committee approved several infrastructure contracts for water tower and well rehabilitation, as well as vehicle purchases. It also recommended a resolution to petition for a public railroad crossing. Division Road reconstruction was discussed but no action was taken.

• Approved $2,557,000 contract for Well 12 to JH Hassinger (4-0)
• Approved $809,050 contract for Tower 3 rehab to Seven Brothers Painting, Inc (4-0)
• Approved $111,005 contract for Well 5 rehab to Mid-City Corporation (4-0)
• Approved purchase of 2025 Parks Department pick-up truck up to $60,000 from Ewald (4-0)
• Approved resolution to petition for alteration of Wisconsin & Southern Railroad crossing (4-0)
• Approved acceptance of sanitary mainline improvements at Willow Creek Dickman (4-0)
• Approved 12/6/23 meeting minutes (4-0)

Public Safety Committee

The Germantown Public Safety Committee is meeting to discuss routine reports, ongoing dispatch transition, and several new business items including temporary liquor licenses for St. Boniface events and the purchase of police vehicles. The agenda includes standard procedural items like call to order, roll call, and citizen input.

• Temporary Class B beer/wine licenses for St Boniface Congregation events at W204N11968 Goldendale Rd (Jan 27, Feb 16/23, Mar 1, Apr 12)
• Original Class B beer/liquor license for FCH Germantown LLC, N116W15863 Main St, d/b/a Von Rothenburg Bier Stube, agent Shaun Bowe
• Purchase of F150
• Purchase of two 2025 Ford Police Interceptors
• Purchase of 2025 Ford Police Interceptor to replace Squad 12

The Germantown Public Safety Committee approved four temporary liquor licenses for St. Boniface Congregation events, an original Class B license for Von Rothenburg Bier Stube, and three police vehicle purchases. The committee also discussed the dispatch transition and a potential referendum endorsement letter.

• Approved temporary liquor licenses for St. Boniface Congregation events (unanimous)
• Approved original Class B liquor license for FCH Germantown LLC d/b/a Von Rothenburg Bier Stube (3-0, Pieper abstained)
• Approved purchase of F150 for $47,343 (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of two 2025 Ford Police Interceptors (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of 2025 Ford Police Interceptor to replace Squad 12 (unanimous)
• Approved December 4, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Plan Commission

The Germantown Plan Commission will hold a regular meeting to review and take action on four site plan applications, including two significant building additions and a new manufacturing/warehouse facility. The commission will also consider a sign review application and approve the minutes from the previous meeting. Public comments can be submitted by email or made in person or virtually.

• Site plan review for a 41,616 sqft building addition and parking expansion at W132 N10940 Eisenhower Drive (Krenz & Company)
• Site plan review for a new 52,038 sqft manufacturing and warehouse building at W129 N11025 Washington Drive (Midwest Products, Inc.)
• Site plan review for a 23,471 sqft building addition and parking expansion at N100 W14290 Bel Aire Lane (Bethlehem Lutheran Church)
• Sign review application for Countryaire Kennels at W140 N11445 Country Aire Drive

The Plan Commission approved site and building plans for a 41,616 sqft addition at Krenz & Company on Eisenhower Drive, a new 52,038 sqft manufacturing and warehouse building for Midwest Products on Washington Drive, and a 23,471 sqft addition and parking expansion at Bethlehem Lutheran Church on Bel Aire Lane. Each approval carried unanimously with conditions, and amendments were added to address landscaping and building design concerns. The commission also approved a monument sign for Countryaire Kennels and approved the December 11, 2023 minutes.

• Approved 41,616 sqft addition and parking expansion for Krenz & Company at W132 N10940 Eisenhower Drive, with amendment placing required trees in northeast area (unanimous)
• Approved new 52,038 sqft manufacturing/warehouse building for Midwest Products at W129 N11025 Washington Drive, with amendments on landscaping and building elevations (unanimous)
• Approved 23,471 sqft addition and parking expansion for Bethlehem Lutheran Church at N100 W14290 Bel Aire Lane, with amendment requiring landscaping and parking design to return to Plan Commission (unanimous)
• Approved monument ground sign for Countryaire Kennels at W140 N11445 Country Aire Drive (unanimous)
• Approved December 11, 2023 minutes (unanimous)