Fond du Lac public meetings in 2025

Alcohol Licensing Committee

The Alcohol Licensing Committee will consider approval of a Class B intoxicating liquor and fermented malt license for Ohana Axe, LLC, located at 25 N Main Street. The consent agenda includes approval of minutes from the previous meeting. Public input is limited to items on the agenda.

• Application for Class B liquor license by Ohana Axe, LLC at 25 N Main Street, agent Alexandra Kristian
• Consent agenda: approval of November 24, 2025 meeting minutes

Police & Fire Commission

The Police & Fire Commission will vote on several personnel actions, including promotions of Lieutenant Shawn Kneeland to Battalion Chief and Firefighter Paramedic Sam Tennessen to Lieutenant. Also up for approval are new eligibility lists for Firefighter-Paramedic, Fire Engineer, and Patrol Officer positions, as well as promotions of Joe Belisle and Shelby Birkholz to Police Lieutenant. The meeting includes approval of minutes from November 13, 2025.

• Approval of Lieutenant Shawn Kneeland to Battalion Chief effective January 10, 2026
• Approval of Firefighter Paramedic Sam Tennessen to Lieutenant effective January 10, 2026
• Approval of promotion of Joe Belisle to Police Lieutenant
• Approval of promotion of Shelby Birkholz to Police Lieutenant
• Approval of Fire Engineer eligibility list for 2026-2027 (ranked) and Patrol Officer eligibility list

City Council

The City Council will consider several action items including an ordinance amending residential district bulk requirements and permitted uses (Ordinance 3821), which has a Plan Commission recommendation of approval. Another ordinance would add parking restrictions on West Bank Street (Ordinance 3820), recommended for denial by the Parking & Traffic Board. The council will also vote on a resolution to apply for a Pre-Disaster Flood Resilience Grant and approve election officials, board appointments, and an alcohol license.

• Ordinance 3821 amending Chapter 720 of city code to change bulk requirements and permitted uses in residential districts (Plan Commission recommends approve)
• Ordinance 3820 adding parking restrictions on West Bank Street (Parking & Traffic Board recommends deny)
• Resolution 9217 to apply for Wisconsin Emergency Management Pre-Disaster Flood Resilience Grant
• Ordinance 3822 adding/removing stop signs at various locations (Parking & Traffic Board recommends approve)
• Class B alcohol license for The Approach LLC at 170 N Prairie Road (Alcohol License Committee recommends approve)

Alcohol Licensing Committee

The Alcohol Licensing Committee will hold a meeting to consider a Class B intoxicating liquor license for The Approach LLC, doing business as The Approach at 170 N Prairie Road. The committee will also vote on temporary Class B licenses for three upcoming events: Salute the Troops' Gobblefest, Ducks Unlimited dinner and gun bash, and the Fond du Lac Evening Optimist festival. Public input is limited to items on the agenda.

• Class B intoxicating liquor and fermented malt license for The Approach LLC (Tyler Luedtke) at 170 N Prairie Road
• Temporary Class B license for Salute the Troops Gobblefest on November 26, 2025
• Temporary Class B licenses for Ducks Unlimited dinner (January 29, 2026) and gun bash (May 16, 2026)
• Temporary Class B license for Fond du Lac Evening Optimist FDL Festival Bags Fest on February 7, 2026

Downtown Architectual Review Board

This meeting of the Downtown Architectural Review Board will consider two action items: a new wall sign at 49 North Main Street and an exterior facade alteration at 191 North Main Street. The board will also approve minutes from the previous meeting.

• New wall sign at 49 North Main Street (applicant: relentless Vapor)
• Exterior facade alteration at 191 North Main Street (applicant: Wilson Properties)
• Approval of minutes from November 4, 2025

City Plan Commission

The City Plan Commission will hold a public hearing on proposed amendments to the residential district zoning code. The changes affect Schedule II (land uses), Schedule III (bulk requirements), and Article VI (zoning language). No other substantive items are on the agenda beyond approval of prior meeting minutes.

• Public hearing on Zoning Code Amendments: Schedule II Land Uses or Activities Residential Districts
• Public hearing on Zoning Code Amendments: Schedule III Bulk Requirements Residential Districts
• Public hearing on Zoning Code Amendments: Article VI Residential Districts - Zoning Code Language
• Consent agenda includes October 13, 2025 meeting minutes

Historic Preservation Commission

The Fond du Lac Historic Preservation Commission will hold a meeting on November 19, 2025, to approve minutes from March 2025, receive an update on the National Alliance of Preservation Commissions' assistance program, and review activities for Historic Preservation Month. No major decisions or public hearings are scheduled.

• Approval of minutes from March 19, 2025 meeting
• Update on the NAPC Commission Assistance and Mentoring Program (CAMP)
• Review of May as Historic Preservation Month activities
• Correspondence on upcoming preservation conferences in Appleton and Racine

Advisory Parking & Traffic Board

The Advisory Parking & Traffic Board will vote on a request to add parking restrictions along the south side of West Bank Street between N Macy Street and N Main Street. They will also discuss adding stop signs for subdivision construction projects and approve the minutes from September 18, 2025.

• Request to add parking restrictions on W Bank Street (south side, N Macy to N Main)
• Addition of stop signs for subdivision construction projects
• Approval of September 18, 2025 meeting minutes
• Public comments limited to agenda items

City Council - TEST for VoteCast Session

The City Council will hold a public hearing on the Waterworks Water Supply Service Area Plan and then vote on several resolutions, including the final 2026 city budget, tax levy, and fee schedule. Also up for approval are the 2026-2030 Capital Improvement Plan, the 2026 Area Transit budgets, and multiple resolutions declaring intent to reimburse expenditures from borrowing. The meeting includes proclamations for The Salvation Army’s 135 years and a plaque for the retiring Housing Authority Director.

• Public hearing: Fond du Lac Waterworks Water Supply Service Area Plan
• Resolution adopting the final 2026 city budget, levying a tax, and establishing fees
• Resolution approving the 2026-2030 Capital Improvement Plan
• Resolution adopting the 2026 Area Transit budgets
• Three resolutions declaring intent to reimburse expenditures from borrowing (general, water, and WTRRF)

City Council

The council will hold a public hearing on the Fond du Lac Waterworks Water Supply Service Area Plan. It will then consider adopting the final 2026 city budget, levying a tax, and setting fees via Resolution 9207. Other action items include approving the 2026-2030 Capital Improvement Plan and the 2026 transit budgets, plus several resolutions declaring intent to reimburse expenditures from borrowing.

• Public hearing on Water Supply Service Area Plan
• Resolution 9207: Adopt final 2026 city budget, levy tax, and establish fees
• Resolution 9208: Approve 2026-2030 Capital Improvement Plan
• Resolution 9209: Adopt 2026 Fond du Lac Area Transit budgets
• Denial of claim by Danielle Rickmeyer

Police & Fire Commission

The Police & Fire Commission will vote to approve eligibility lists for Battalion Chief in the Fire Department and Lieutenant in the Police Department. These lists determine the pool of candidates eligible for promotion. The commission will also consider approving minutes from the previous meeting.

• Approve eligibility list for Battalion Chief - Fire
• Approve eligibility list for Lieutenant - Police

County Board - 10.28.25

The Fond du Lac County Board will hold a public hearing on the proposed 2026 county budget at 6:15 p.m. The board will also consider resolutions including a lease agreement for Congressman Glenn Grothman's office space and a transfer of child protection and parental rights prosecution from the District Attorney to Corporation Counsel.

• Public hearing at 6:15 p.m. on the proposed 2026 Fond du Lac County Budget
• Resolution authorizing lease with U.S. Congressman Glenn Grothman for office space at Fond du Lac County Campus effective Jan 1, 2026
• Resolution transferring CHIPS, TPR, and juvenile guardianship prosecution from District Attorney to Corporation Counsel effective Jan 10, 2026
• Resolution congratulating Campbellsport Baseball Legion 19U for winning state tournament
• Proclamation designating October as United Way Month

Police & Fire Commission

The Fond du Lac Police & Fire Commission will discuss and potentially approve the promotional process for Police Lieutenant, including exhausting a 2023 eligibility list. They will also vote on hiring Caeden Hockers as a Police Patrol Officer effective October 10, 2025. The meeting includes a review of commission rules and a report on the Battalion Chief promotional process.

• Approve Caeden Hockers as Police Patrol Officer effective October 10, 2025
• Approve request to exhaust December 14, 2023 Police Lieutenant Eligibility List
• Approve promotional process for Police Lieutenant
• Review Police & Fire Commission rules
• Hear report on Battalion Chief Promotional Process

Advisory Park Board

The Advisory Park Board will meet to hear the October Park Superintendent Report covering several park projects, including a new playground at Lakeside Park, Taylor Basketball Court renovation, and pavilion parking lot and bridge renovations. Public comments will be taken on both agenda and non-agenda items. No formal votes are scheduled; the agenda consists of discussion and informational items.

• New Playground at Lakeside Park
• Taylor Basketball Court Renovation
• Pavilion Parking Lot and Promen Bridge Renovation
• Lakeside Park Christmas Lights update
• Bike Pump Track in Franklin Park discussion

City Council

This meeting includes public hearings on the 2026 operating and transit budgets. The council will consider rezoning two properties at 335 and 341 Grove Street from single-family residential to manufacturing. Also on the agenda: a resolution to cancel the November 25 council meeting, an ordinance amending the 2040 Comprehensive Plan, and presentations on the water supply service area plan and recruitment for the community development director.

• Public Hearing: 2026 Budget
• Public Hearing: 2026 Transit Budget
• Ordinance No. 3819: Rezone 335 and 341 Grove Street from R-1 to M-1
• Resolution No. 9206: Cancel November 25, 2025 council meeting
• Ordinance No. 3818: Amend 2040 Comprehensive Plan

City Plan Commission

The City Plan Commission will hold public hearings on a special use permit for temporary structures at 717 S Hickory St, a comprehensive plan amendment to change land use from Residential to Industrial on Grove and Tompkins Streets, and a rezone of 335 & 341 Grove St from R-1 to M-1. The commission will also discuss updates to residential district regulations and take action on a mural request at 4 N Main St.

• Public hearing: Special Use Permit 2025-13 for three temporary structures at 717 S Hickory St in M-1 Manufacturing District
• Public hearing: Comprehensive Plan Amendment No. 6 to change land use designations from Residential to Industrial on Grove and Tompkins Streets
• Public hearing: Rezone 335 & 341 Grove St from R-1 (Single Family Residential) to M-1 (Manufacturing District)
• Discussion: Zoning Code Updates - Residential District Regulations including lot sizes and setbacks
• Action: Mural request at 4 North Main Street (Central Barber)

Alcohol Licensing Committee

The Alcohol Licensing Committee will consider a new "Class B" intoxicating liquor and fermented malt license for 1836 Renegade Taproom, LLC at 103 S Main Street. They will also act on temporary Class B/picnic licenses for FDL Festivals (Fondy FallToberfest) and FDL Blue Line Hockey. The meeting includes approval of August 25, 2025 minutes and public input.

• Class B license for 1836 Renegade Taproom at 103 S Main Street, agent Tiffany Wiese
• Temporary Class B license for FDL Festivals (Fondy FallToberfest, 10/11/2025)
• Temporary Class B license for FDL Blue Line Hockey (various dates)
• Approval of August 25, 2025 meeting minutes

Board of Appeals

The Board of Appeals will hold public hearings on two zoning code appeals: one seeking to place playground equipment in the front yard at 987 South Main Street, and another requesting variances to build a detached garage exceeding size, height, and lot-width limits at 147 Sheboygan Street. The board may decide to grant or deny the variances.

• Appeal 2025-15: Big Brothers Big Sisters requests to install playground equipment in the front yard at 987 South Main Street, contrary to Section 720-11(C)(19).
• Appeal 2025-16: DJ AMB LLC requests variances for a detached garage at 147 Sheboygan Street: 864 sq ft (exceeds 850), 16 ft height (exceeds 15 ft), and 60% of lot width (exceeds 50%).

The Board approved a variance for Big Brothers Big Sisters at 987 South Main Street to allow playground equipment in the front yard. Additionally, a variance was granted for 147 Sheboygan Street to permit a larger detached garage. Both decisions included specific conditions and findings regarding property size and historic district location.

• Approved playground equipment installation at 987 South Main Street (3-0)
• Approved detached garage dimensions at 147 Sheboygan Street (3-0)

Downtown Architectual Review Board

The Downtown Architectural Review Board will consider four exterior facade alteration proposals at properties along North Main Street. Items include a wall sign at 103 N Main St (1836 Renegade Taproom), paint and finishes at 77 N Main St (Hopper's Screen Printing & Embroidery), and two North Main Street Corridor Grant applications for roofing, siding, windows, and fencing at 295 N Main St and 191 N Main St.

• 103 N Main St – 1836 Renegade Taproom: exterior facade alteration for a wall sign
• 77 N Main St – Hopper's Screen Printing & Embroidery: exterior facade alterations for paint and finishes
• 295 N Main St – Abestin Health Insurance Agency: North Main Street Corridor Grant application for roofing, siding, windows, entry/access points, fencing
• 191 N Main St – Wilson Properties LLC: North Main Street Corridor Grant application for siding

City Council

The City Council will consider a consent agenda including meeting minutes and a claim denial, followed by public comments. Action items include a liquor license for 1836 Renegade Taproom at 103 S Main St, a resolution approving the 2026 BID operating plan and tax rate, and three ordinances: amending archery practice permits, adding parking restrictions on South Main Street, and on South National Avenue.

• Class B liquor license for 1836 Renegade Taproom LLC at 103 S Main St
• Resolution 9205 approving 2026 Business Improvement District operating plan with supporting BID tax rate
• Ordinance 3815 amending Chapter 339 regarding archery practice permits
• Ordinance 3816 adding parking restrictions on South Main Street
• Ordinance 3817 adding parking restrictions on South National Avenue

City Council

The Fond du Lac City Council will consider resolutions approving working conditions agreements with the Wisconsin Professional Police Association Local 12 and the International Association of Fire Fighters Local 400. The council will also discuss an archery target practice permit and receive a library grant impact report. Proclamations include Fire Prevention Week and a representative from the SBA Office of Disaster Recovery to assist with flood-related loan applications.

• Resolution No. 9203: Working Conditions Agreement with Wisconsin Professional Police Association Local 12
• Resolution No. 9204: Working Conditions Agreement with International Association of Fire Fighters Local 400
• Discussion on Archery Target Practice Permit
• Library Grant Impact Report
• SBA disaster recovery representative present for flood relief assistance

City Plan Commission

The City Plan Commission will hold a public hearing for a Special User Permit to allow automotive repair, body shop, and service garage at 556 South Military Road. They will also review a Special Use Permit for a community-based residential facility at 496 and 498 Wisconsin Court and discuss updates to residential district zoning regulations. Action is scheduled on the Five-Year (2026-2030) Capital Improvement Plan.

• Public hearing: Special User Permit 2025-12 for Rey's Automotive at 556 South Military Road
• Input: Review of Special Use Permit 2025-03 for a community-based residential facility at 496 and 498 Wisconsin Court
• Input: Zoning Code Updates for residential district regulations (lot sizes, setbacks)
• Action: Five-Year (2026-2030) Capital Improvement Plan
• Approval of minutes from August 18, 2025

The City Plan Commission approved a Special Use Permit for Rey's Automotive LLC to operate an auto repair, body shop, and service garage at 556 South Military Road, with seven conditions including no outdoor storage and limited hours. The commission also recommended approval of the Five Year (2026-2030) Capital Improvement Plan to the City Council. A review of a previously approved community-based residential facility on Wisconsin Court found no complaints, so no further action was taken. Zoning code updates for residential districts were discussed but will return for a public hearing in November.

• Approved Special Use Permit 2025-12 for Rey's Automotive LLC at 556 S Military Rd (6-0)
• Recommended approval of Five Year (2026-2030) Capital Improvement Plan to City Council (6-0)
• Concluded no further review needed for Special Use Permit 2025-03 (CBRF at 496/498 Wisconsin Court)
• Discussed proposed zoning code amendments for residential districts; public hearing set for November

Advisory Parking & Traffic Board

The Advisory Parking & Traffic Board will discuss and potentially vote on two requests to add parking restrictions. The first request would restrict parking on South Main Street between Division Street and Western Avenue on Saturdays from 6 a.m. to 1 p.m., May through October. The second request would create a no-parking zone on the west side of South National Avenue starting 95 feet south of South Royal Avenue and extending 110 feet south. The board will also approve the minutes from its June 19 meeting.

• Request to add seasonal Saturday parking restriction (6 a.m.–1 p.m., May–October) on South Main Street between Division Street and Western Avenue
• Request to add no-parking zone on South National Avenue, west side, from 95 feet south of South Royal Avenue south 110 feet
• Consent agenda includes approval of June 19 meeting minutes

Board of Appeals

The Board of Appeals will hold hearings on two variance requests: one to allow a trash enclosure in the front yard at 456 South Main Street (Kwik Trip), and another to permit a ground sign less than 5 feet from the property line at 305 Fond du Lac Avenue (Twohig Funeral Home). The board will also approve minutes from August 4, 2025.

• Appeal 2025-13: Kwik Trip seeks variance to build trash enclosure in front yard at 456 S Main St, prohibited by Section 720-47(D).
• Appeal 2025-14: Twohig Funeral Home seeks variance for a 31.5 sq ft ground sign less than 5 ft from property line, violating Schedule VIII setback requirement.
• Approval of minutes from August 4, 2025, meeting.

City Council

The Fond du Lac City Council will vote on Resolution No. 9202, which declares a property blighted and authorizes eminent domain proceedings. The council will also consider a Class B and C wine license for Nori Sushi and Grill at 836 W Johnson Street. Consent agenda includes approval of meeting minutes, claims, and denial of a claim by Karliesha Lederer. A public works construction update will be presented.

• Resolution No. 9202: blight finding and eminent domain authorization
• Class B fermented malt & Class C wine license for Nori Sushi and Grill (836 W Johnson Street)
• Denial of claim by Karliesha Lederer
• List of claims dated September 3, 2025 (amounts not specified)
• Public Works construction update

The City Council approved Resolution No. 9202 regarding a blighted property at 101 East Division St. Additionally, the council approved a Class "B" Fermented Malt & "Class C" Wine License for Nori Sushi and Grill.

• Approved August 27, 2025 Minutes (7-0)
• Approved List Of Claims Dated September 3, 2025 (7-0)
• Approved Class "B" Fermented Malt & "Class C" Wine License for Nori Sushi and Grill at 836 W Johnson Street (7-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 9202 finding property at 101 East Division St blighted (6-1)

Downtown Architectual Review Board

The Downtown Architectural Review Board will meet to consider two action items: 50 North Portland Street and a grant application for the North Main Street Corridor. Additionally, two exterior facade alterations for paint and signs at 258 N Main Street are on the agenda.

• North Main Street Corridor Grant Application
• 50 North Portland Street action item
• Applicant Sam Meyer: exterior facade alteration - paint and sign at 258 N Main Street
• Applicant Bill Lodi (Rippn-Lips Outdoors): exterior facade alteration - paint and sign

The board approved the August 5 meeting minutes and adjourned at 12:23 p.m. It also approved exterior paint, sign, and window replacement projects at 50 North Portland Street and the North Main Street Corridor, each subject to specific design conditions. These approvals govern building appearance standards in designated downtown districts, which dictate maintenance requirements for property owners.

• Approved August 5, 2025 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved exterior paint and ground sign at 50 North Portland Street, subject to design conditions (4-0-1 abstain)
• Approved window replacement and façade updates for the North Main Street Corridor Grant Application, subject to design conditions (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 12:23 p.m.

Board of Appeals

The Board of Appeals will vote on two appeals from hearings held September 8. One seeks a variance to allow a trash enclosure in the front yard at 456 South Main Street (Kwik Trip), which is prohibited by Section 720-47(D). The other seeks a variance to install a 31.5 sq ft ground sign less than 5 ft from the property line at 305 Fond du Lac Avenue (Twohig Funeral Home), violating the required 5-ft setback in Schedule VIII.

• Appeal 2025-13: Allow trash enclosure in front yard at 456 S Main St (Kwik Trip) – violates Section 720-47(D)
• Appeal 2025-14: Allow ground sign less than 5 ft from property line at 305 Fond du Lac Ave (Twohig Funeral Home) – violates Schedule VIII setback requirement
• Both appeals are action items from public hearings held September 8, 2025
• Approval of minutes from August 4 and September 8, 2025 meetings

City Council

The City Council will vote on Resolution 9200 authorizing up to $16.47 million in general obligation promissory notes, and Resolution 9201 approving the final plat of South Park Avenue. Presentations include the Downtown Fond du Lac Partnership annual plan, the 2026 library budget, and the 2026 city budget. Discussions will explore prohibiting surface water drainage onto another's land and requiring garbage/recycling containers to be stored out of street view.

• Resolution 9200: Authorize up to $16,470,000 in general obligation promissory notes, Series 2025
• Resolution 9201: Approve final plat of South Park Avenue
• Presentation: Downtown Fond du Lac Partnership annual plan
• Presentation: 2026 Library Budget and 2026 City Budget
• Discussion: Prohibiting directing surface water onto another's land

The City Council approved the issuance of general obligation promissory notes not to exceed $16,470,000. They also approved the final plat for South Park Avenue. The meeting included presentations on the 2026 library budget and the city budget.

• Approved August 13, 2025 minutes (7-0)
• Approved list of claims dated August 20, 2025 (7-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 9200 for $16,470,000 in promissory notes (7-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 9201 regarding the South Park Avenue final plat (7-0)

Police & Fire Commission

The Police & Fire Commission will hold a routine meeting to consider consent items, review commission rules, and act on approving an eligibility list for patrol officer positions. No financial or policy decisions beyond standard personnel matters are on the agenda.

• Approve eligibility list for Patrol Officer
• Review Police & Fire Commission Rules
• Approve minutes of August 14, 2025

The commission approved minutes from August 14 and unanimously approved an eligibility list for three patrol officer candidates (Sebastian Ruiz, Baylor Smith, Ajay Stortz) for the next 18 months. Commissioners also reviewed PFC rules and agreed to clarify language with the City Attorney at the next meeting.

• Approved minutes of August 14, 2025 (4-0)
• Approved eligibility list for Patrol Officer: Sebastian Ruiz, Baylor Smith, Ajay Stortz for 18 months (4-0)

City Plan Commission

The Fond du Lac City Plan Commission meets May 19 to hold public hearings on three special use permits, elect officers, and approve minutes. The permits include a CBRF at 496 & 498 Wisconsin Court, a digital billboard conversion at 46 S Rolling Meadows Drive, and SSM Health properties at Eastgate Place.

• Public hearing for Special Use Permit 2025-03: Community Based Residential Facility for more than 10 persons at 496 & 498 Wisconsin Court by ARYA/Holly Mulder in R-2 District
• Public hearing for Special Use Permit 2025-04: Conversion of static billboard to digital at 46 S Rolling Meadows Drive by Lamar Media
• Public hearing for Special Use Permit 2025-05: SSM Health properties at 14, 20, 28, 36 Eastgate Place
• Election of chair and vice-chair
• Approval of April 14, 2025 meeting minutes

The Plan Commission approved special use permits for a community-based residential facility on Wisconsin Court, a digital billboard conversion on Rolling Meadows Drive, and a medical facility expansion on Eastgate Place. The decisions included specific conditions regarding parking, site plans, and traffic access.

• Approved April 14, 2025 minutes (4-0)
• Elected Alicia Hans as Chair (4-0)
• Elected Derek TerBeest as Vice-Chair (4-0)
• Approved Special Use Permit for residential facility at 496 & 498 Wisconsin Court (4-0)
• Approved Special Use Permit for digital billboard conversion at 46 S Rolling Meadows Drive (4-0)
• Approved Special Use Permit for medical facility expansion at Eastgate Place (4-0)

Downtown Architectual Review Board

The Downtown Architectural Review Board will meet to elect a chair and vice-chair, approve minutes from April 1, 2025, and review four applications for new signs and exterior alterations. Actions include sign proposals at 14 N Main Street, 52 S Marr Street, and 21 4th Street Court, plus new windows at 113-117 S Main Street.

• 14 N Main Street (Victoria's Pet Nutrition): new projecting sign and wall sign
• 52 S Marr Street (Twohig Orthodontics): new wall sign
• 21 4th Street Court (FDL Beer Company): new wall sign
• 113-117 S Main Street (Zacheral O'Malley Endjan S.C./Main Street Fashion): exterior alterations - new windows
• Election of board chair and vice-chair

The Downtown Architectural Review Board approved multiple signage requests and second-floor window replacements. The board also elected new officers for the upcoming term.

• Approved April 1, 2025 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Elected Kent as Chair (4-0)
• Elected Willey as Vice-Chair (4-0)
• Approved projecting and wall signs for 14 N Main Street (4-0)
• Approved south facade wall sign for 52 S Marr Street (4-0)
• Approved south facade wall sign for 21 4th Street Court (4-0)
• Approved second floor window replacements at 113-117 S Main Street (4-0)

City Plan Commission

The City Plan Commission will hold a public hearing on Special Use Permit 2025-11 for FDL Express Mart (Singh) to allow a portion of the site at 463 & 473 Fond du Lac Avenue to be used for a rental service facility/rental trucks/trailers. The commission will also consider a final plat for South Park Avenue. Consent agenda approval of July 14, 2025 minutes is also scheduled.

• Public hearing for Special Use Permit 2025-11 at 463 & 473 Fond du Lac Avenue
• Applicant: FDL Express Mart (Singh) for rental service facility/rental trucks/trailers
• Action on final plat for South Park Avenue
• Consent agenda approval of July 14, 2025 meeting minutes

The Commission approved a special use permit for FDL Express Mart to operate a truck and trailer rental service. Additionally, the Commission approved a revised final plat for South Park Avenue with conditions and corrections from the City Engineer.

• Approved July 14, 2025 minutes (4-0)
• Approved special use permit for truck/trailer rentals at 463 & 473 Fond du Lac Avenue (4-0)
• Approved revised final plat for South Park Avenue with conditions (4-0)

Alcohol Licensing Committee

The Alcohol Licensing Committee will consider three license applications: two new 'Class C' wine licenses for Noel's Touch Esthetics and Twisted Warrior Yoga Studio, and a temporary 'Class B' license for Fond du Lac Blue Line Hockey's car show. The meeting also includes approval of prior meeting minutes.

• Class C wine license for Noel's Touch Esthetics LLC at 42 N Main Street
• Class C wine license for Twisted Warrior LLC at 15 N Main Street (3rd Floor)
• Temporary Class B license for Fond du Lac Blue Line Hockey's Cruise in Car Show on 8/8/2025
• Approval of June 30, 2025 meeting minutes

The Alcohol Licensing Committee approved three requests: two Class C wine licenses for local businesses and temporary Class B licenses for a car show. The meeting concluded with a motion to adjourn.

• Approved 'Class C' Wine License for Noel's Touch Esthetics (5-0)
• Approved 'Class C' Wine License for Twisted Warrior Yoga Studio (5-0)
• Approved Temporary Class 'B' Licenses for Fond du Lac Blue Line Hockey (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 4:08 p.m. (5-0)

Advisory Parking & Traffic Board

The Advisory Parking and Traffic Board will elect a chair and vice-chair, approve minutes, and hear public input. Two action items: a proposal for an honorary street designation for Carl Tonjes along 14th Street, and a request to remove weekday parking restrictions on S National Avenue between East Division and East Second Streets.

• Election of Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson
• Approval of November 21, 2025 minutes (future date as written)
• Proposal for honorary street designation Carl Tonjes on 14th Street between Ellis Street and South Park Avenue
• Request to remove 'No Parking at Specified Times' (7am-7pm M-F) on National Avenue, west side, from East Division Street to East Second Street

The Advisory Parking & Traffic Board voted 5-0 to recommend denial to City Council of a request to remove 'No Parking at Specified Times' restrictions on S. National Avenue between East Division Street and East Second Street. The board also unanimously approved an honorary street designation for Carl Tonjes on 14th Street between Ellis Street and South Park Avenue, and elected officers for the term. All actions were approved unanimously by the five voting members present.

• Elected John Williams as Chairperson (5-0)
• Elected Joe Venhuizen as Vice-Chairperson (5-0)
• Approved November 21, 2024 minutes (5-0)
• Approved honorary street designation of Carl Tonjes on 14th Street between Ellis Street and South Park Avenue (5-0)
• Recommended denial to City Council to remove parking restrictions along S. National Avenue (5-0)

Advisory Park Board

The Advisory Park Board will receive a report from the Park Superintendent on several park projects, including a new playground at Lakeside Park, basketball court renovations at Taylor and McKinley, and parking lot renovations. The meeting also includes a presentation from The Ability Center and audience comments. No action items are scheduled; the agenda is primarily informational and discussion-based.

• New Playground at Lakeside Park
• Taylor and McKinley Basketball Court Renovation
• Pavilion Parking Lot Renovation
• Taylor Pool and Fairgrounds Aquatic Center Review
• Taylor Park Path Resurfacing

The Advisory Park Board met on August 25, 2025. The only substantive action taken was the approval of the previous meeting's minutes.

• Approved July 28, 2025 minutes (8-0)

Alcohol Licensing Committee

The Alcohol Licensing Committee will meet on August 25, 2025, to decide on a new Class B fermented malt and Class C wine license for Nori Sushi and Grill at 836 W Johnson Street. The committee will also vote on temporary picnic licenses for three events: Critter Junction Pet Rescue's bingo on August 30, Salute the Troops' Fondue Fest on September 6, and the American Guild of Organists' Halloween event on October 31. Consent agenda includes approval of July 28 minutes.

• New alcohol license for Nori Sushi and Grill (NoriFondduLac LLC, Agent Wenkai Wang, 836 W Johnson Street)
• Temporary license for Critter Junction Pet Rescue's 'Not your Grandma's Bingo' on 8/30/2025
• Temporary license for Salute the Troops' Fondue Fest on 9/6/2025
• Temporary license for North Eastern WI American Guild of Organists' Halloween at the Cathedral on 10/31/2025

The committee recommended approval of a Class "B" Fermented Malt & "Class C" Wine License for NoriFondduLac LLC at 836 W Johnson Street. Additionally, the committee approved several temporary Class "B" and picnic licenses.

• Approved July 28, 2025 minutes (5-0)
• Recommended approval of Class "B" Fermented Malt & "Class C" Wine License for NoriFondduLac LLC (5-0)
• Approved Temporary Class "B" Licenses/Picnic Licenses (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will consider ordinances to annex and zone 4.55 acres on West STH 23 as C-2 General Commercial Residential, along with resolutions authorizing up to $386,881 in taxable bonds for LSL replacement loans. Two new wine licenses are proposed for businesses on N Main Street. Presentations include the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report and 2026 budget previews from Public Works and Community Development.

• Ordinance 3813 annexing property along West STH 23 and east of Wisconsin American Drive
• Ordinance 3814 zoning annexed 4.55 acres to C-2 (General Commercial Residential)
• Resolution 9196: up to $156,187 taxable private LSL replacement loan revenue bonds, Series 2025A
• Resolution 9197: up to $230,694 taxable private LSL replacement loan revenue bonds, Series 2025B
• Resolution 9199: waiver for alcohol possession on Sheboygan Street (Main to Portland) for Envision Greater Fond du Lac event Sept 4, 2025

The City Council approved Ordinance 3813 to annex property along the south side of West STH 23 east of Wisconsin American Drive, and Ordinance 3814 to zone the 4.55 acres as C-2 (General Commercial Residential). The council also authorized the issuance of two bond series totaling up to $386,881 for the LSL Replacement Loan Program, approved two new Class C wine licenses, and granted a temporary alcohol waiver for a downtown event. A consent agenda approving minutes and claims was passed unanimously.

• Approved consent agenda including July 23 minutes and claims (6-0)
• Approved Class C wine licenses for Noel's Touch Esthetics and Twisted Warrior Yoga Studio (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 9196 authorizing up to $156,187 in taxable private LSL replacement loan bonds (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 9197 authorizing up to $230,694 in taxable private LSL replacement loan bonds (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 9198 authorizing DNR Principal Forgiven Financial Assistance Agreement (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 9199 waiving alcohol prohibition on Sheboygan Street for Sept 4 event (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance 3813 annexing property south of West STH 23 east of Wisconsin American Drive (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance 3814 zoning annexed 4.55 acres to C-2 (6-0)

Police & Fire Commission

The Police & Fire Commission will consider three action items: approving Deion Hargrove as a FF/Paramedic and Margarita Velasco as a Patrol Officer, and approving a Patrol Officer eligibility list. Consent agenda items include approving minutes from the previous meeting. The meeting includes virtual dial-in instructions.

• Approve Deion Hargrove as FF/Paramedic effective June 2, 2025
• Approve Margarita Velasco as Patrol Officer effective May 30, 2025
• Approve eligibility list for Patrol Officer
• Approve minutes of May 8, 2025

The Police & Fire Commission approved the hiring of a firefighter/paramedic and a patrol officer. The commission also approved the eligibility list for future patrol officer recruitment.

• Approved May 8, 2025 minutes (4-0)
• Approved Deion Hargrove as FF/Paramedic effective June 2, 2025 (4-0)
• Approved Margarita Velasco as Patrol Officer effective May 30 (4-0)
• Approved Patrol Officer eligibility list for Luis Hernandez and Nicholas Shields (4-0)

Redevelopment Authority

The Redevelopment Authority will consider approving revised housing value limits for program eligibility and several residential rehabilitation loans under CDBG and HOME programs. The board will also adjourn to closed session to discuss property purchases and loan applications, then reconvene for votes on two loan resolutions. An update on 103 3rd Street is also on the agenda.

• Resolution 25-05: Approving revised Housing Value Limits for program eligibility
• Closed session to consider property purchase and loan applications (Wis. Stat. 19.85(1)(e) and (f))
• Resolution 25-06: Approving a residential rehabilitation loan under CDBG/HOME programs
• Resolution 25-07: Approving a second residential rehabilitation loan under CDBG/HOME programs
• Correspondence: Update on 103 3rd Street

Advisory Park Board Agenda

The Advisory Park Board will discuss and possibly vote on whether to recommend that the City Council negotiate a Memorandum of Understanding with the NICA Group for a mountain bike trail and with the BMX Group for a BMX track, both in Lakeside Park West. The board will also hear the June Park Superintendent Report, which includes updates on the Park Shop Storage Building, Walleye Weekend, ribbon cuttings for Buttermilk and Russell Playgrounds, and Buttermilk Park tennis court resurfacing. Audience comments will be taken on agenda and non-agenda items.

• Discuss and vote on recommending City Council negotiate MOU with NICA Group for mountain bike trail in Lakeside Park West
• Discuss and vote on recommending City Council negotiate MOU with BMX Group for BMX track in Lakeside Park West
• June Park Superintendent Report: Park Shop Storage Building update
• June Park Superintendent Report: Ribbon Cutting for Buttermilk and Russell Playgrounds
• June Park Superintendent Report: Buttermilk Park Tennis Court Resurfacing

The Advisory Park Board recommended that City Council negotiate a memorandum of understanding with the NICA Group for a mountain bike trail in Lakeside Park West. A similar recommendation for a BMX track in the same park was denied.

• Approved May 19, 2025 Minutes (7-0)
• Recommended City Council negotiate MOU with NICA Group for mountain bike trail in Lakeside Park West (8-0)
• Denied recommendation for City Council to negotiate MOU with BMX Group for track in Lakeside Park West (3-5)

Alcohol Licensing Committee

The Alcohol Licensing Committee will discuss a proposed ordinance to amend Chapter 400 regarding off-premise intoxicating liquor sales. The committee will also consider temporary Class "B" and picnic licenses for two events: the FDL County Agricultural Society's fair in July and Holy Family Catholic Community's anniversary in August. The meeting begins at 4:00 PM on June 30, 2025.

• Proposed ordinance to amend Chapter 400 on off-premise intoxicating liquor sales
• Temporary Class "B" license for FDL Co. Agricultural Society (FDL Fair, July 15-20, 2025)
• Picnic license for Holy Family Catholic Community (25th Anniversary, August 16-17, 2025)
• Approval of May 19, 2025 meeting minutes as part of consent agenda

The Alcohol Licensing Committee recommended a proposed ordinance amendment regarding off-premise intoxicating liquor sales to the City Council. The committee also approved two temporary Class "B" picnic licenses. Meeting minutes from May 19, 2025, were approved.

• Recommended approval of Proposed Ordinance To Amend Chapter 400 In Regards To Off Premise Intoxicating Liquor Sales (5-0)
• Approved Temporary Class "B" License for FDL Co. Agricultural Society (5-0)
• Approved Temporary Class "B" License for Holy Family Catholic Community (5-0)
• Approved May 19, 2025 Minutes (5-0)

Board of Appeals

The Board of Appeals will hear four appeals. The most consequential is an administrative decision appeal to rezone 335 and 341 Grove Street from Single Family Residential to Manufacturing District. Other appeals involve office use in a residential zone, a taller greenhouse, and alternative floodplain compliance.

• Appeal to allow non-government office space at 459 East 1st Street in R-1 district
• Appeal for 17-foot greenhouse accessory building at 250 Camelot Drive (C-2 district, limit 15 feet)
• Administrative decision appeal to rezone 335 & 341 Grove Street from R-1 to M-1
• Appeal for alternative floodplain fill compliance at 76 West 2nd Street (Boys & Girls Club)

The Board of Appeals held hearings on four appeals regarding zoning code variances, floodplain requirements, and a comprehensive plan rezoning. However, the minutes do not record any decisions, votes, or outcomes for any of the appeals. The meeting adjourned after the hearings without any formal actions noted.

• Hearing held on appeal 2025-07 for office use at 459 East 1st Street — no decision recorded
• Hearing held on appeal 2025-08 for greenhouse height at 250 Camelot Drive — no decision recorded
• Hearing held on appeal 2025-09 for rezoning at 335 & 341 Grove Street — no decision recorded
• Hearing held on appeal 2025-10 for floodplain fill alternative at 76 West 2nd Street — no decision recorded

Downtown Architectual Review Board

The board will call to order, approve minutes from June and July, and receive a project update on the North Main Street Corridor Grant Program. No other substantive decisions are on the agenda.

• Approval of minutes from June 3, 2025 and July 1, 2025
• Project update on North Main Street Corridor Grant Program

The Downtown Architectural Review Board approved the meeting minutes from June 3 and July 1, 2025, with one correction. The board also expressed support for reviewing facade grant applications for the North Main Street Corridor Grant Program.

• Approved June 3 and July 1, 2025 meeting minutes with conditions (4-0)
• Supported the concept of reviewing facade grant applications for the North Main Street Corridor Grant Program

Police & Fire Commission

The Police & Fire Commission will meet to approve minutes from June and consider two action items: approving an eligibility list for Firefighter/Paramedic and appointing Dominick Gottino to that position. The meeting is mostly procedural.

• Approve eligibility list for Firefighter/Paramedic
• Approve appointment of Dominick Gottino to Firefighter/Paramedic

The Police & Fire Commission approved the appointment of Dominick Gottino to Firefighter/Paramedic (4-0) and approved a supplement to the 2025-2026 eligibility list for the same position. The commission also unanimously approved the minutes from June 12, 2025. All actions were taken in a brief meeting.

• Approved minutes of June 12, 2025 (4-0)
• Approved supplement to 2025-2026 eligibility list for FF/Paramedic (4-0)
• Approved appointment of Dominick Gottino to Firefighter/Paramedic (4-0)

Board of Appeals

The Fond du Lac Board of Appeals will consider six appeals at its August 4, 2025 meeting. The board will hear requests for variances including allowing non-government office use in an R-1 district, exceeding accessory building height limits in a C-2 district, rezoning two properties from residential to manufacturing, and alternative floodplain compliance. Decisions will affect the property owners and surrounding neighborhoods.

• 459 East 1st Street (Harbor Haven) – Appeal No. 2025-07: Request to allow non-government office use in R-1 district
• 250 Camelot Drive (Grande Cheese Greenhouse) – Appeal No. 2025-08: Variance for 17-foot accessory building height in C-2 district (15-foot limit)
• 335 & 341 Grove Street (Milk Specialties) – Appeal No. 2025-09: Administrative appeal of rezoning from R-1 to M-1 Manufacturing District
• 76 West 2nd Street (Boys & Girls Club) – Appeal No. 2025-10: Request to use structural engineer documentation in lieu of floodplain fill requirement
• 990 Mihill Avenue (Big Brothers Big Sisters) and 446 North Park Avenue – two additional appeals listed without details

The Board of Appeals approved variance requests for playground placement, office use, greenhouse height, and floodplain requirements. One request for a third accessory structure was denied. The Board also overturned an administrative decision regarding a rezoning request for Milk Specialties.

• Approved playground installation in front yard at 990 Mihill Avenue with conditions (4-0)
• Denied variance for third accessory structure at 446 North Park Avenue (4-0)
• Approved non-government office use at 459 East 1st Street (4-0)
• Approved 17-foot greenhouse height at 250 Camelot Drive (3-0, 1 abstain)
• Overturned administrative decision to block rezoning of 335 & 341 Grove Street from R-1 to M-1 (4-0)
• Approved floodplain variance for 76 West 2nd Street with conditions (3-0, 1 abstain)
• Approved June 2, 2025 minutes (4-0)
• Approved July 7, 2025 minutes (4-0)

City Plan Commission

The City Plan Commission will hold public hearings on five special use permits (2025-06 through 2025-10) requested by South Fondy, LLC to construct mini warehouse storage units on South Park Avenue lots. The commission will also consider a final plat for Eastern Ridge Estates Phase 2. Consent agenda includes approval of May 19, 2025 minutes.

• Special Use Permit 2025-06: Lot 2 CSM 9123, mini warehouse storage units
• Special Use Permit 2025-07: Lot 3 CSM 9123, mini warehouse storage units
• Special Use Permit 2025-08: Lot 4 CSM 9124, mini warehouse storage units
• Special Use Permit 2025-09: Lot 5 CSM 9124, mini warehouse storage units
• Special Use Permit 2025-10: Lot 6 CSM 9124, mini warehouse storage units

The City Plan Commission approved five special use permits for South Fondy, LLC to construct mini warehouse storage units on South Park Avenue. Each permit included an amendment to condition #3 regarding specific lighting pole limits and heights. The commission also approved a final plat with technical corrections.

• Approved Special Use Permit 2025-06 for mini warehouse storage (4-0)
• Approved Special Use Permit 2025-07 for mini warehouse storage (4-0)
• Approved Special Use Permit 2025-08 for mini warehouse storage (4-0)
• Approved Special Use Permit 2025-09 for mini warehouse storage (4-0)
• Approved Special Use Permit 2025-10 for mini warehouse storage (4-0)
• Approved final plat with technical corrections (4-0)
• Approved May 19, 2025 minutes (4-0)

Board of Appeals

The Board of Appeals will hold a hearing on a variance request for a wall sign at 844 West Johnson Street. The applicant proposes a 113-square-foot sign (154 with backer panel) where the zoning code allows only 66 square feet in the C-2 General Business District. The board will decide whether to grant the appeal.

• Hearing on Appeal No. 2025-06 for a wall sign variance at 844 West Johnson Street in the C-2 district
• Proposed sign: 113 sq ft (154 sq ft with backer panel) vs. code allowance of 66 sq ft
• Code bases sign size on one square foot per linear foot of building façade

The board approved a variance for a 96 square foot wall sign at 844 West Johnson Street, for the proposed Five Below tenant space, reducing the requested size from 113 square feet. No additional wall signage is permitted on the west façade. The board also approved the May 5, 2025 meeting minutes.

• Approved variance for 96 sq ft wall sign at 844 West Johnson St (4-0)
• Approved May 5, 2025 meeting minutes (4-0)

Advisory Park Board Agenda

The Advisory Park Board will receive a Park Superintendent report on several park improvement projects including Buttermilk Park tennis court resurfacing, a new playground at Lakeside Park, basketball court renovations, parking lot renovations, and trail resurfacing. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the meeting includes audience comments and approval of previous minutes.

• Buttermilk Park Tennis Court Resurfacing
• New Playground at Lakeside Park
• Taylor and McKinley Basketball Court Renovation
• Pavilion Parking Lot Renovation
• Taylor Park Trail Resurfacing

The board approved the minutes from the June 23, 2025 meeting. Park Superintendent John Redmond provided updates on several park projects, but no other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved June 23, 2025 Minutes (5-0)

City Plan Commission

The City Plan Commission will hold a public hearing on zoning upon annexation for several parcels on State Road 23, proposing to zone them C-2 General Commercial. The commission will also consider approval of the final plat for the Hidden Valley subdivision. The consent agenda includes approval of the June 16, 2025 meeting minutes.

• Public hearing on zoning upon annexation for parcels at W4786 and W4770 State Road 23 to C-2 General Commercial
• Action on final plat for Hidden Valley subdivision (north of Eastwind Lane, west of County Road K)
• Consent agenda: approval of June 16, 2025 meeting minutes

The commission approved the zoning of annexed land on State Road 23 as C-2 General Commercial. A revised final plat for Hidden Valley was also approved with conditions and corrections from the City Engineer.

• Approved zoning upon annexation as C-2 General Commercial for W4786 and W4770 State Road 23 (5-0)
• Approved revised final plat for Hidden Valley north of Eastwind Lane and west of County Road K (5-0)
• Approved June 16, 2025 minutes (4-0)

Downtown Architectual Review Board

The Downtown Architectural Review Board will consider new sign applications for three downtown businesses: Winnebago Land at 86 S. Portland Street, Nourish Beauty + Wellness at 28 4th Street, and Lillian Kast Boudoir at 51 N Main Street. The board will also receive a project update on the North Main Street Facade Program and approve minutes from the June 3, 2025 meeting.

• New wall sign proposal for Winnebago Land Central Office at 86 S. Portland Street
• New projecting sign proposal for Nourish Beauty + Wellness at 28 4th Street
• New wall signs proposal for Lillian Kast Boudoir at 51 N Main Street
• Update on North Main Street Facade Program

The Downtown Architectural Review Board approved new signage for 28 4th Street and 51 N Main Street, both requiring permits through Inspections. A proposal for a new wall sign at 86 S. Portland Street was denied. The Board also supported the concept of reviewing facade grant applications for the North Main Street Corridor.

• Denied new wall sign at 86 S. Portland Street (4-0-1)
• Approved new wall sign at 28 4th Street with permit condition (4-0-1)
• Approved new wall sign at 51 N Main Street with permit condition (5-0-0)
• Supported concept of reviewing North Main Street Corridor Facade Grant applications

Redevelopment Authority

The Redevelopment Authority will hold a regular meeting including discussion of housing value limits for program eligibility and an update on PY2025 funding. The board will then enter closed session to consider the purchase of public property and review a loan application that does not meet program guidelines. After reconvening, they will vote on an action regarding that loan applicant and consider Resolution 25-05 approving a residential rehabilitation loan under the CDBG and/or HOME programs.

• Election of officers
• Approval of monthly financial statement
• Verbal discussion on housing value limits for program eligibility
• Closed session for property purchase and loan review (Wis. Stat. 19.85(1)(e) and (f))
• Resolution 25-05 approving a residential rehabilitation loan under CDBG/HOME

The Authority elected Brian Kolstad as Chairperson and Michelle Ludtke as Vice-Chairperson. Members reached a consensus to set a new housing value limit of $250,000, with a formal resolution pending for June 18. One loan application was placed on hold until the applicant complies with Municipal Code.

• Elected Brian Kolstad as Chairperson
• Elected Michelle Ludtke as Vice-Chairperson
• Approved Redevelopment Authority Monthly Financial Statement
• Consensus reached to set housing value limit at $250,000
• Placed loan for applicant not meeting program guidelines on hold
• No action taken on Resolution 25-05 regarding Residential Rehabilitation Loan

Plan Commission Agenda

The Fond du Lac Plan Commission will hold public hearings for two special use permits: one for an aboveground propane storage tank under the Johnson Street Bridge and another for a collision and glass repair business on North Rolling Meadows Drive in a Wellhead Protection Overlay District. The Commission will also take action on a preliminary plat at South Park Avenue and Winchester Avenue.

• Public hearing for Special Use Permit 2025-01: aboveground propane storage tank beneath Johnson Street Bridge (M-1 District) for Windstream.
• Public hearing for Special Use Permit 2025-02: auto collision and glass repair business at North Rolling Meadows Drive in C-2 District and Wellhead Protection Overlay District.
• Action on preliminary plat at South Park Avenue and Winchester Avenue.
• Consent agenda approval of February 17, 2025 minutes.

Alcohol License Committee

The Alcohol License Committee will consider approval of temporary Class 'B' licenses and picnic licenses for multiple events, including the Downtown FDL Partnership's Beer & Bourbon Crawl, a Micro Wrestling event, and various organizations operating during Walleye Weekend (June 6-8, 2025), Father's Day Car Show, and Fond du Lac County Fair. The committee will also approve the March 31, 2025 meeting minutes.

• Downtown FDL Partnership (Beer & Bourbon Crawl 5/3/2025) at multiple addresses on S and N Main Street
• Fe, Vida y Esperanza (Micro Wrestling 5/23/2025)
• Fond du Lac Firefighters Local 400 (Walleye Weekend 6/6-6/8/2025)
• Knights of Columbus-Council 664 (Walleye Weekend 6/6-6/8/2025)
• Fond du Lac Evening Optimist (Father's Day Car Show 6/15/2025 and FDL Co. Fair 7/15-7/20/2025)

The committee approved a series of Temporary Class "B" and Picnic Licenses for upcoming local events, including the Beer & Bourbon Crawl, Walleye Weekend, and the FDL Co. Fair. The committee also approved the meeting minutes from March 31, 2025.

• Approved March 31, 2025 Minutes (3-0, 1 abstain)
• Approved Temporary Class "B"/Picnic Licenses for Downtown FDL Partnership Beer & Bourbon Crawl (4-0)
• Approved Temporary Class "B"/Picnic License for Fe, Vida y Esperanza Micro Wrestling (4-0)
• Approved Temporary Class "B"/Picnic Licenses for Walleye Weekend organizations (4-0)
• Approved Temporary Class "B"/Picnic License for Fond du Lac Evening Optimist Father's Day Car Show (4-0)
• Approved Temporary Class "B"/Picnic Licenses for FDL Co. Fair organizations (4-0)

Advisory Park Board Agenda

The Advisory Park Board will discuss possible new bike facilities in Lakeside Park West, including mountain biking and BMX options, as presented by the Director of Public Works. The board will also hear the Park Superintendent's report on several renovation projects and discuss a historical sign project. Elections for chair and vice-chair will be held.

• Discuss possible bike projects (mountain biking for grades 6-12 and BMX) in Lakeside Park West
• Pavilion Parking Lot Renovation
• Lakeside Park Carousel Building
• McKinley and Taylor Park Basketball Court Renovations
• Taylor Park Walking Trail Renovation

The Advisory Park Board held a procedural meeting, electing John Papenheim as chairperson and Kay Miller as vice-chairperson, both unanimously. The board approved the February 24, 2025 minutes. No substantive decisions were made on park projects; items such as the Historical Sign Project and possible bike projects in Lakeside Park West were discussed only.

• Elected John Papenheim as chairperson (unanimous)
• Elected Kay Miller as vice-chairperson (unanimous)
• Approved February 24, 2025 minutes (unanimous)

Board of Appeals

The Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on Appeal No. 2025-05, seeking a use variance to allow a commercial yoga studio at 96 South National Avenue in the R-1 Single Family Residential District. City staff recommend approval only if the applicant demonstrates it is a post-secondary school by updating its website and maintaining its EAP certificate; otherwise staff recommend denial. The board will also elect a chair and approve minutes from April 7, 2025.

• Public hearing on variance for commercial yoga studio (The Center) at 96 S National Avenue in R-1 district
• Staff recommends approval if applicant proves it is a post-secondary school; otherwise denial
• Applicant must update website and maintain EAP certificate to qualify as a permitted vocational school
• Election of Board Chair
• Approval of minutes from April 7, 2025 meeting

Police and Fire Commission Agenda

The Police and Fire Commission will meet to consider approving Matthew Kissinger to Fire Engineer and Mason Walters to Firefighter/Paramedic. The commission will also review its procedural rules and approve minutes from the previous meeting.

• Approve Matthew Kissinger to Fire Engineer
• Approve appointment of Mason Walters to FF/Paramedic
• Review Police and Fire Commission rules
• Approve minutes of April 10, 2025

The Commission approved the April 10 meeting minutes, promoted Matthew Kissinger to Fire Engineer, and appointed Mason Walters as a Firefighter/Paramedic. These appointments fill active fire department positions that handle local emergency response. The Commission also directed staff to review and update Commission Rules 6 and 10 for the next meeting.

• Approved minutes of April 10, 2025 (4-0)
• Promoted Matthew Kissinger to Fire Engineer (4-0)
• Appointed Mason Walters to Firefighter/Paramedic (4-0)
• Directed staff to review and update Commission Rules 6 and 10 for the next meeting

Advisory Park Board Agenda

The Advisory Park Board will discuss possible bike projects proposed by a youth mountain biking group and a BMX group, both seeking locations in Lakeside Park West. The former BMX site is unavailable due to a required stormwater pond. The board will also hear the Park Superintendent's report on park maintenance items and receive audience comments.

• Discuss possible bike projects (youth mountain biking and BMX) in Lakeside Park West
• Park Superintendent report: Park Shop Storage Building, Ledgeview Corporate Center gazebo painting, fish cleaning station replacement, Taylor Pool and Fairgrounds Aquatic Center opening, Path to Play signage in Lakeside Park
• Consent agenda: Approve April 28, 2025 meeting minutes
• Audience comments limited to 1 minute for non-agenda items, 5 minutes for agenda items

The Fond du Lac Advisory Park Board approved the April 28, 2025 minutes unanimously. The board heard public comments in support of possible bike projects in Lakeside Park West and discussed proposals from mountain biking and BMX groups, but took no action on the projects.

• Approved April 28, 2025 meeting minutes (8-0, with one excused absence)

Alcohol License Committee

The committee will vote on a permanent Class A intoxicating liquor and fermented malt license for SSV LLC (dba Eastside Spirits) at 405 Fond du Lac Avenue. It will also approve temporary picnic licenses for three events and receive a biannual report on 11 establishments that each incurred 80 demerit points for selling alcohol to a person under 21.

• New Class A license for Eastside Spirits at 405 Fond du Lac Avenue (SSV LLC, agent Chaitanya Reddy Godhala)
• Biannual demerit-point report covering 11 establishments (Los Mezcales, Brick House, Theo’s 24, Gino’s, Ledgeview Lanes, Mancinos, Ang and Eddies, Saltys, Kwik Trip #613, Backyard Grill, Fat Joes) each with 80 points for underage sales
• Temporary Class B license for Campbellsport FFA Alumni & Supporters (Tractor Pull, June 7, 2025)
• Temporary Class B license for Downtown FDL Partnership (Summer Wine Walk, June 13, 2025) with 13 street locations listed
• Temporary Class B license for Big Brother Big Sisters of Fond du Lac Co (Halloweenie Street Party, October 31, 2025)

The Alcohol License Committee approved temporary Class 'B' licenses for multiple events and recommended a Class 'A' liquor license for Eastside Spirits to the City Council. The committee also approved the April 28, 2025 meeting minutes.

• Approved April 28, 2025 minutes (5-0)
• Approved temporary Class 'B' licenses for 13 events (5-0)
• Recommended City Council approval of Class 'A' liquor license for Eastside Spirits (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 4:17 p.m. (5-0)