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JanesvilleWI averageUS Census ACS
Median home value
$209,700 Typical home value $300,428 +5.9% yr/yr · +38.5% 5-yr
Municipal budget
Total revenue$141.9M (FY2023)
Total spending$136.6M (FY2023)
Taxes$55.0M (FY2023)
Debt outstanding$116.9M (FY2023)
Spending per resident$2,072 (FY2023)
Development activity
202575 housing units ($31.3M)
Recent meetings
Thu Jul 2, 2026
Alcohol License Advisory Committee
Committee to hold public hearings on three new alcohol licenses
The Alcohol License Advisory Committee will hold public hearings and consider original applications for a Class B intoxicating liquor license for Children's Museum of Rock County at 100 W. Milwaukee St., a Class B intoxicating liquor license for D2R Bar & Grill at 1637 E. Racine St., and a Class B beer-only license for Racine Gas Mart at 1533 E. Racine St. The committee will also hear an operator's license appeal for Madelyn Schumacher and review police and staff reports.
- Original application and public hearing for Class B liquor license for Children's Museum of Rock County at 100 W. Milwaukee St.
- Original application and public hearing for Class B liquor license for D2R Bar & Grill at 1637 E. Racine St.
- Original application and public hearing for Class B beer-only license for Racine Gas Mart at 1533 E. Racine St.
- Operator's license appeal for Madelyn Schumacher
- Police department alcohol establishment incident report and city clerk's quota report
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ALCOHOL LICENSING ADVISORY COMMITTEE MEETING AGENDA
Council Chambers
18 North Jackson Street - Janesville, Wisconsin
Tuesday, July 7, 2026
8:00 AM
1. Call to Order
2. Roll Call
3. Approval of Minutes
a. Approval of the minutes from the June 2, 2026, Alcohol License Advisory Committee
Attachment
4. Requests and Comments from the Public regarding items on the agenda not requiring a Public Hearing
5. Licenses
a. Original Application and Public Hearing for a Class B Intoxicating Liquor and Fermented Malt Beverage License for Children's Museum of Rock County Foundation dba Children's Museum of Rock County at 100 W. Milwaukee St.
Attachment
b. Original Application and Public Hearing for a Class B Intoxicating Liquor and Fermented Malt Beverage License for D2R Bar & Grill, LLC dba Park Place at 1637 E. Racine St.
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c. Original Application and Public Hearing for a Class B Beer Only License for Racine Gas Mart, Inc. dba Racine Gas Mart at 1533 E. Racine St.
Attachment
d. Operator’s License Appeal for Madelyn Schumacher.
Attachment
6. Staff Reports
a. Janesville Police Department Alcohol Establishment Incident Report.
JV CAD Licensed Est Contacts Summary
JV CAD Licensed Est Contacts
b. City Clerk’s Alcohol License Quota Report.
Attachment
c. Tempor …
Thu Jul 2, 2026
Historic Commission
Historic Commission to review COA for 119 Wisconsin Street
The Historic Commission will review a Certificate of Appropriateness (COA 2026-04) for a property at 119 Wisconsin Street. They will also hear a presentation and discuss a Local History Initiative. Old business includes continued discussions on the Tallman Arts Festival and public outreach efforts.
- Review of Certificate of Appropriateness 2026-04 at 119 Wisconsin Street (Conrad/Bier)
- Presentation and discussion on Local History Initiative
- Continued discussion on the Tallman Arts Festival
- Continued discussion on Public Outreach
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HISTORIC COMMISSION MEETING AGENDA
City Hall
Council Chambers
18 North Jackson Street
Janesville, Wisconsin
Tuesday, July 7, 2026
5:00 PM
I. CALL TO ORDER
II. ROLL CALL
III. COMMENTS FROM PUBLIC
In addition to public comment provided in person during the meeting, written comment may be provided using the form posted below. Written comments are due by 12 p.m. on the day of the meeting. Comment forms received in a timely manner will be read into the public record by the staff liaison during the meeting.
Link to Public Comment form.
IV. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1. MINUTES of the June 16, 2026 regular meeting
Minutes
V. NEW BUSINESS
1. Review of Certificate of Appropriateness 2026-04, 119 Wisconsin Street (Conrad/Bier)
Attachment
2. Presentation and Discussion on Local History Initiative
Attachment
VI. OLD BUSINESS
1. Continued Discussion on the Tallman Arts Festival
2. Continued Discussion on Public Outreach
VII. HISTORIC COMMISSION ANNOUNCEMENTS
Announcements are limited to member activities, memorials, and non-political community events. Discussion of matters related to governmental business is prohibited.
VIII. NEXT REGULAR MEETING DATE – Tuesday, July 21, 2026
IX. ADJOURNMENT
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Thu Jul 2, 2026
Plan Commission
Plan Commission to hear rezoning and conditional use permit requests
The Janesville Plan Commission will approve minutes and final plats, set public hearings for a Kwik Trip project at 4700 Milton Avenue, and hear a conditional use permit amendment for a building expansion at 405 South Arch Street.
- Set for Public Hearing: Rezoning 4700 Milton Avenue to B2 District
- Set for Public Hearing: Kwik Trip convenience store, gas station, and carwash at 4700 Milton Avenue
- Public Hearing: Conditional Use Permit Amendment for Dalmaray Precast Concrete Products at 405 South Arch Street
- Public Hearing: Conditional Use Permit for two-family dwelling at 637 North Wright Road
- Approval of Minutes and Final Plats
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PLAN COMMISSION MEETING AGENDA
City Hall
Council Chambers
18 North Jackson Street
Janesville, Wisconsin
Monday, July 6, 2026
6:00 PM
I. ROLL CALL
II. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1. Minutes
Minutes
III. APPROVAL OF FINAL PLATS AND CERTIFIED SURVEY MAPS AND EASEMENT RELEASES "C"
IV. SET FOR PUBLIC HEARING
1. Set for Public Hearing, Rezoning of property located at 4700 Milton Avenue from A, Agricultural District and B2, Community Shopping District to B2, Community Shopping District. - Set for public hearing on July 20, 2026.
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2. Set for Public Hearing, Conditional Use Permit to construct a convenience store, gas station, and carwash (Kwik Trip) at 4700 Milton Avenue. - Set for pubic hearing on July 20, 2026.
Attachment
V. OLD BUSINESS
1. Public Hearing, on a Conditional Use Permit Amendment request to construct a building expansion at 405 South Arch Street (Dalmaray Precast Concrete Products)
Attachment
2. Public Hearing, on a Conditional Use Permit to establish a two-family dwelling at 637 North Wright Road.
Attachment
VI. NEW BUSINESS
VII. DIRECTOR'S REPORT
1. Director's Report
Director's Memo
VIII. PLAN COMMISSION ANNOUNCEMENTS
Announcements are limited to member activities, memorials, and non-political community events. Discussion of matters related to govern …
Mon Jun 22, 2026
City Council Meeting
City Council to vote on polling place relocation and redevelopment extension
The Janesville City Council will vote on moving a polling place to the Craig Center and extending a redevelopment agreement for former GM sites. The body will also discuss data center development and the City Manager recruitment process.
- Vote to move First Lutheran Church polling place to Craig Center
- Vote to extend redevelopment agreement with Viridian Acquisitions LLC
- First reading of ordinance to rezone 4750 Milton Avenue
- Discussion on data center development provisions
- Review of City Manager recruitment process
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CITY COUNCIL MEETING - REGULAR SESSION MEETING AGENDA
Council Chambers
18 North Jackson Street
Janesville, Wisconsin
Monday, June 22, 2026
6:00 PM
1. Call to Order, Pledge of Allegiance, and Emergency Procedures
In case of emergency, use the stairs and not the elevator to exit; walk to the north side of the Police Department and wait for further instructions.
2. Roll Call
3. Recognitions
4. Public comments on items on the agenda not requiring a public hearing and on matters which can be affected by Council action.
Individuals wishing to address the City Council are asked to sign in on the roster in the lobby and keep their comments under four minutes.
5. Reports
City Manager Update
6. Consent Agenda
All items under the Consent Agenda are considered routine and will be approved by unanimous consent. There will be no separate discussion of items in this section unless a Council member so requests, at which time the item will be removed and considered at this point on the agenda.
a. Minutes of the June 8, 2026, Regular City Council Meeting
Minutes
b. Licenses and recommendations (refer to license agenda).
Attachment
c. Consideration and action on a resolution amending the City of Janesville polling place plan to authorize the relocation of the First Lutheran Church polling place to the Craig Center on the Rock County 4-H Fairgrounds (File R …
Thu Jun 18, 2026
Sustainable Janesville Committee
Committee to discuss native planting and rewilding on private lawns
The Sustainable Janesville Committee will meet to discuss and potentially take action regarding native planting and rewilding on private lawns. The meeting also includes a review of minutes from the May 19, 2026, meeting.
- Discussion and possible action on native planting and rewilding on private lawns
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SUSTAINABLE JANESVILLE COMMITTEE MEETING AGENDA
City Hall
Training Room 416
18 North Jackson Street
Janesville, Wisconsin
Tuesday, June 16, 2026
6:30 AM
1. Roll Call.
2. Public Comment.
3. Approval of Minutes from 5.19.26 meeting.
a. Minutes- 5.19.26
Minutes - 5.19.26.docx
4. Old Business.
5. New Business.
a. Discussion and possible action on native planting and rewilding on private lawns.
6. City Council and Staff Updates.
7. Committee Announcements.
8. Next Meeting: 7.21.26
9. Adjournment.
Upon reasonable notice, efforts will be made to accommodate the needs of disabled individuals through appropriate aids and services. To make a request please contact the City Clerk-Treasurer’s Office at (608) 755-3000, TDD (608) 755-3190, 18 N. Jackson St. P.O. Box 5005 Janesville, WI 53547-5005.
Thu Jun 18, 2026
Community Development Authority
Housing Program Overview to be presented at CDA meeting
The Janesville Community Development Authority (CDA) will meet to approve minutes from May 20, 2026, receive the April budget performance report, and hear a presentation on the Housing Program Overview. The agenda contains no items requiring a vote or public hearing beyond routine reports.
- Approval of minutes from May 20, 2026
- Budget Performance Report for April 2026
- Presentation of Housing Program Overview
- Public comments on agenda items
- Director's report and announcements
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COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY MEETING AGENDA
City Hall
Council Chambers
18 North Jackson Street
Janesville, Wisconsin
Wednesday, June 17, 2026
5:30 PM
1. Roll Call.
2. Minutes
a. Minutes 5-20-2026 "C"
Attachment
3. Budget Performance Report
a. Budget Performance Report April "C"
Attachment.pdf
4. Requests and comments from the public regarding items on the agenda not requiring a public hearing and on matters which can be affected by CDA action.
5. Agenda Items
a. Presentation of Housing Program Overview
Attachment
6. Director's Report
7. Announcements
Announcements are limited to CDA member activities, memorials and non-political community events. Discussion of matters related to governmental business is prohibited.
8. Adjournment.
Upon reasonable notice, efforts will be made to accommodate the needs of disabled individuals through appropriate aids and services. To make a request please contact the City Clerk-Treasurer’s Office at (608) 755-3000, TDD (608) 755-3190, 18 N. Jackson St. P.O. Box 5005 Janesville, WI 53547-5005.
Regular Community Development Authority meetings occur on the third Wednesday of the month. Meetings are streamed live on JATV Media Services YouTube channel, broadcast on JATV cable channel 994 and streamed live or on demand through the internet on the City website.
Wed Jun 17, 2026
Historic Commission
Historic Commission to discuss zoning code rewrite and arts festival
The Historic Commission will approve minutes from a previous meeting and continue discussions on the City of Janesville Zoning Code Rewrite and the Tallman Arts Festival. The meeting will also include public comment and announcements.
- Approval of May 19, 2026 meeting minutes
- Continued discussion on Zoning Code Rewrite
- Continued discussion on Tallman Arts Festival
- Continued discussion on Public Outreach
- Public comment period
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HISTORIC COMMISSION MEETING AGENDA
City Hall
Council Chambers
18 North Jackson Street
Janesville, Wisconsin
Tuesday, June 16, 2026
5:00 PM
I. CALL TO ORDER
II. ROLL CALL
III. COMMENTS FROM PUBLIC
In addition to public comment provided in person during the meeting, written comment may be provided using the form posted below. Written comments are due by 12 p.m. on the day of the meeting. Comment forms received in a timely manner will be read into the public record by the staff liaison during the meeting.
Link to Public Comment form.
IV. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1. MINUTES of the May 19, 2026 regular meeting
Minutes
V. NEW BUSINESS
VI. OLD BUSINESS
1. Continued Discussion on City of Janesville Zoning Code Rewrite
Attachment
2. Continued Discussion on the Tallman Arts Festival
3. Continued Discussion on Public Outreach
VII. HISTORIC COMMISSION ANNOUNCEMENTS
Announcements are limited to member activities, memorials, and non-political community events. Discussion of matters related to governmental business is prohibited.
VIII. NEXT REGULAR MEETING DATE - Tuesday, July 7, 2026
IX. ADJOURNMENT
Upon reasonable notice, efforts will be made to accommodate the needs of disabled individuals through appropriate aids and services. To make a request, please contact the City Clerk-Treasure …
Wed Jun 17, 2026
Plan Commission
Plan Commission to set public hearings for building expansion and two-family dwelling
The Plan Commission will consider consent agenda items including three certified survey maps and set public hearings for two conditional use permits: a building expansion at 405 South Arch Street and a two-family dwelling at 637 North Wright Road.
- CSM 26006-T: 2 lots along N County Road E in the Town of Janesville (TCX Services LLC)
- CSM 26007-C: 1 lot along S. Arch Street and S. Orchard Street (David & Goliath Holdings LLC)
- CSM 26008-C: 2 lots along Center Avenue (Bass Creek Properties LLC)
- Set public hearing: conditional use permit amendment for building expansion at 405 South Arch Street (Dalmaray Precast Concrete Products)
- Set public hearing: conditional use permit for two-family dwelling at 637 North Wright Road
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PLAN COMMISSION MEETING AGENDA
City Hall
Council Chambers
18 North Jackson Street
Janesville, Wisconsin
Monday, June 15, 2026
6:00 PM
I. ROLL CALL
II. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1. Minutes of May 18, 2026
Minutes
III. APPROVAL OF FINAL PLATS AND CERTIFIED SURVEY MAPS AND EASEMENT RELEASES "C"
1. CSM 26006-T, TCX Services LLC, 2 lots along N County Road E in the Town of Janesville.
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2. CSM 26007-C, David & Goliath Holdings LLC, 1 lot along S. Arch Street and S. Orchard Street.
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3. CSM 26008-C, Bass Creek Properties LLC, 2 lots along Center Avenue.
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IV. SET FOR PUBLIC HEARING
1. Set for Public Hearing, Conditional Use Permit Amendment request to construct a building expansion at 405 South Arch Street (Dalmaray Precast Concrete Products)
Attachment
2. Set for Public Hearing, Conditional Use Permit to establish a two-family dwelling at 637 North Wright Road.
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V. OLD BUSINESS
VI. NEW BUSINESS
VII. DIRECTOR'S REPORT
1. Director's Report
Director's Memo
VIII. PLAN COMMISSION ANNOUNCEMENTS
Announcements are limited to member activities, memorials, and non-political community events. Discussion of matters related to governmental business is prohibited.
IX. ADJOURNMENT
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Wed Jun 17, 2026
Sustainable Janesville Committee
Wed Jun 10, 2026
Revolving Loan Fund Committee
Committee to review loan fund financials and approve an application for JJ Properties
The Revolving Loan Fund Committee will review financials and discuss an application from JJ Properties for 215 & 217 W. Milwaukee Street. The meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, June 10, 2026, at 1:30 p.m. at City Hall.
- Approval of April 9, 2026, minutes
- Review of Revolving Loan Fund financials
- Action on JJ Properties loan application
- Public comment via email by 10 a.m.
- Next meeting set for July 9, 2026
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REVOLVING LOAN FUND COMMITTEE MEETING AGENDA
City Hall
18 N Jackson Street
4th Floor Training Room 416
Wednesday, June 10, 2026
1:30 PM
1. Call to Order
2. Committee Member Updates
3. Approval of Minutes of April 9th, 2026.
4. Public Comment
Public comment may be made in writing, 1250 character maximum. Written comments are due by 10 a.m. on the day before the meeting. Please email [email protected] . Comment forms received timely will be read into the public record by the Committee Chair during the meeting.
5. Review and action regarding Revolving Loan Fund Financials.
6. Discussion and action on JJ Properties / 215 & 217 W. Milwaukee Street Revolving Loan Fund Application
7. Next meeting date: July 9th, 2026, 3:30 p.m.
8. Adjournment.
Upon reasonable notice, efforts will be made to accommodate the needs of disabled individuals through appropriate aids and services. To make a request please contact the City Clerk-Treasurer’s Office at (608) 755-3000, TDD (608) 755-3190, 18 N. Jackson St. P.O. Box 5005 Janesville, WI 53547-5005.
Mon Jun 8, 2026
City Council Meeting
City Council to consider issuing $26,095,000 in promissory notes
The City Council will vote on the issuance of General Obligation Promissory Notes and a rezoning request for 265 E Memorial Drive. The body will also hold a public hearing regarding curb, gutter, and paving assessments on Anthony Avenue.
- Proposed issuance of $26,095,000 General Obligation Promissory Notes, Series 2026
- Rezoning of 265 E Memorial Drive from Light Industrial (M1) to Single-Family and Two-Family Residence (R1)
- Public hearing on assessable curb, gutter, and paving along Anthony Avenue
- Contract award for Anthony Avenue Improvements (Bid Schedule D - 2026: C2026-11)
- Attachment agreement with Ubicquia for wireless equipment on City-owned street lights
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CITY COUNCIL MEETING - REGULAR SESSION MEETING AGENDA
Council Chambers
18 North Jackson Street
Janesville, Wisconsin
Monday, June 8, 2026
6:00 PM
1. Call to Order, Pledge of Allegiance, and Emergency Procedures
In case of emergency, use the stairs and not the elevator to exit; walk to the north side of the Police Department and wait for further instructions.
2. Roll Call
3. Recognitions
a. Consideration and action on a proposed resolution proclaiming June 2026 as Pride Month in the City of Janesville. (File Resolution No. 2026-2449)
Attachment
4. Public comments on items on the agenda not requiring a public hearing and on matters which can be affected by Council action.
Individuals wishing to address the City Council are asked to sign in on the roster in the lobby and keep their comments under four minutes.
5. Reports
City Manager Update
6. Consent Agenda
All items under the Consent Agenda are considered routine and will be approved by unanimous consent. There will be no separate discussion of items in this section unless a Council member so requests, at which time the item will be removed and considered at this point on the agenda.
a. Minutes of the May 26, 2026, Regular City Council Meeting
Minutes
b. Minutes of the April 27, 2026 Closed Session City Council Meeting
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Thu Jun 4, 2026
Citizens Board of Review
Board of Review to hear property assessment objection for Amrock Land
The Citizens Board of Review will hold a hearing on an objection to the real property assessment for Amrock Land, LLC at 5451 N Wright Road. The board will also consider approving minutes from its June 2, 2026 meeting and discuss adjournment.
- Hearing of Objection to Real Property Assessment for Amrock Land, LLC at 5451 N Wright Road (Parcel 241 0205300060)
- Consider approval of minutes from June 2, 2026 meeting
- Consideration of motions to adjourn
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CITIZENS BOARD OF REVIEW MEETING AGENDA
City Hall
Council Chambers
18 North Jackson Street
Janesville, Wisconsin
Thursday, June 4, 2026
5:00 PM
1. Roll Call
2. Consider approval of Minutes
a. Consider approval of the minutes of the June 2, 2026 meeting of the Board of Review
Minutes
3. Hear, deliberate and vote on Objections properly filed with the Clerk and approved for a hearing.
a. Hearing of Objection to Real Property Assessment for Amrock Land, LLC located at 5451 N Wright Road, Janesville WI (Parcel 241 0205300060)
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4. Consideration of one or more motions to adjourn sine die or adjourn to a date and time specified by the Board of Review.
The undersigned, as the designee of the presiding officer of the above governmental body, certify that I posted a copy of this document in the lobby of the Janesville City Hall, provided the Hedberg Public Library and Rock County Courthouse with copies for posting, and e-mailed a copy to the official newspaper of the City of Janesville. Lorena Rae Stottler, City Clerk-Treasurer
Upon reasonable notice, efforts will be made to accommodate the needs of disabled individuals through appropriate aids and services. To make a request please contact the City Clerk-Treasurer’s Office at (608) 755-3000, TDD (608) 755-3190, 18 N. Jackson St. P.O. Box 5005 Janesville, WI 53547-5005.
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Tue Jun 2, 2026
Citizens Board of Review
Board of Review to adopt rules and review assessment roll
The Citizens Board of Review will meet to elect officers, adopt rules of procedure, and review the 2026 assessment roll. The board will also consider dismissing objection forms and hearing testimony.
- Election of Chairperson and Vice Chairperson
- Adoption of Board of Review Rules of Procedures
- Review of 2026 Assessment Roll
- Consideration of dismissing objection forms for incomplete filings
- Consideration of requests for subpoenas
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CITIZENS BOARD OF REVIEW MEETING AGENDA
City Hall
Council Chambers
18 North Jackson Street
Janesville, Wisconsin
Tuesday, June 2, 2026
4:00 PM
1. Roll Call
2. Election of Chairperson
3. Election of Vice Chairperson
4. Approval of the Minutes
a. Consider approval of the minutes of the July 10, 2025 meeting of the Board of Review
Minutes
5. Verification of proper Open Book and BOR Meeting Notices
a. Affidavits of Publication
Attachment
6. Verification of mandatory training requirements pursuant to ss70.46(4), Wisconsin Statutes
a. Training Affidavit
Attachment
7. Verification of City Ordinance for the confidentiality of income and expense information provided to the Assessor pursuant to ss70.47(7)(af)
a. City Ordinance - Confidentiality Ch2, Art VIII, Div 2-495
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8. Assessor's Report
a. Values, trends, and assessment level in the City of Janesville
b. Annual Assessment Summary for 2026
9. Review of Board of Review Rules of Procedures and consider adoption with any changes
a. Rules of Procedures as adopted 5-29-2025
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10. Presentation, examination, and acceptance of the Assessment Roll
11. Review objection forms for completeness and acceptance by the Board
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Tue Jun 2, 2026
Alcohol License Advisory Committee
Committee considers new alcohol license for Wedges 19th Hole
The Alcohol License Advisory Committee will meet to elect leadership and review license applications. The body will hold a public hearing regarding a new Class B license application. Staff will provide police incident and quota reports.
- Public hearing for Class B Beer and Intoxicating Liquors License for Wedges 19th Hole at 2006 N Washington St
- Temporary Extension of Class B Premise application for Bobs Riders In and Bad Brad Wing and a Prayer for August 8, 2026
- Election of Chairperson and Vice Chairperson
- Janesville Police Department Alcohol Establishment Incident Report
- City Clerk's Alcohol License Quota Report
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ALCOHOL LICENSING ADVISORY COMMITTEE MEETING AGENDA
Council Chambers
18 North Jackson Street - Janesville, Wisconsin
Tuesday, June 2, 2026
8:00 AM
1. Call to Order
2. Roll Call
3. Election of Chairperson
4. Election of Vice Chairperson
5. Approval of Minutes
a. Approval of the minutes from the May 5, 2026 Alcohol License Advisory Committee
Minutes
6. Requests and Comments from the Public regarding items on the agenda not requiring a Public Hearing
7. Licenses
a. Application for Temporary Extension of Class B Premise for Bobs Riders In and Bad Brad Wing and a Prayer, for an event on August 8, 2026.
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b. Original Application and Public Hearing for a Class B Beer and Intoxicating Liquors License for Wedges 19th Hole, LLC dba Wedges 19th Hole at 2006 N Washington St
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8. Staff Reports
a. Janesville Police Department Alcohol Establishment Incident Report
May Contacts Detail
May Contact Summary
b. City Clerk's Alcohol License Quota Report
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c. Temporary Licenses Issued
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9. Committee Comments
10. Adjournment
Upon reasonable notice, efforts will be made to accommodate the needs of disabled individuals through appropriate aids and services. To make a request please contact the City Clerk-Treasurer's Office at ( …
Mon Jun 1, 2026
GM/JATCO Redevelopment Advisory Board
Board to review branding and visioning for GM/JATCO redevelopment
The GM/JATCO Redevelopment Advisory Board will hold a meeting on May 27, 2026, in Janesville. New business includes a presentation of initial key insights, discussion of a visioning workshop framework and branding review, and a review of a media and communications plan with stakeholder and focus group findings. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the agenda is procedural with presentations and discussion.
- Presentation of Initial Key Insights on redevelopment
- Visioning Workshop Framework discussion and Branding Review (Option 3.3 - Selected Branding)
- Media and Communications Plan and Stakeholder and Focus Group Review (Communications Memo)
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GM/JATCO REDEVELOPMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING AGENDA
Hedberg Public Library
Woodruff Room
316 South Main Street
Janesville, Wisconsin 53545
Wednesday, May 27, 2026
5:00 PM
1. Roll Call
2. Minutes
a. Minutes of the Meeting of April 8, 2026
Minutes
3. Old Business
4. New Business
a.
Presentation of Initial Key Insights
Memo - New Business Items
b.
Visioning Workshop Framework, Discussion, and Branding Review
Exhibit A - Option 3.3 - Selected Branding
c. Media and Communications Plan and Stakeholder and Focus Group Review
Exhibit B - Communications Memo.pdf
5. Adjournment
Upon reasonable notice, efforts will be made to accommodate the needs of disabled individuals through appropriate aids and services. To make a request, please contact the City Clerk-Treasurer's Office at (608)755-3000, TDD (608)755-3190, 18 N. Jackson Street, PO Box 5005, Janesville, WI 53547-5005.
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Tue May 26, 2026
City Council Meeting
Council to consider $26M bond issuance and DORA alcohol district
The City Council will hold public hearings and second readings on two alcohol-related ordinances: creating a Designated Outdoor Refreshment Area (DORA) and amending rules for temporary extensions of alcohol-licensed premises. The council will also vote on issuing $26,095,000 in general obligation promissory notes for various public projects. A resolution recognizing outgoing City Manager Kevin M. Lahner and a closed session regarding the GM/JATCO sites sale are also on the agenda.
- Second reading and public hearing on ordinance creating a Designated Outdoor Refreshment Area (DORA) for alcohol possession and consumption
- Second reading and public hearing on ordinance amending temporary extensions of alcohol-licensed premises
- Consideration of $26,095,000 General Obligation Promissory Notes, Series 2026
- Resolution recognizing City Manager Kevin M. Lahner for his service
- Closed session to deliberate sale of GM/JATCO sites
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CITY COUNCIL MEETING - REGULAR SESSION MEETING AGENDA
Council Chambers
18 North Jackson Street
Janesville, Wisconsin
Tuesday, May 26, 2026
6:00 PM
1. Call to Order, Pledge of Allegiance, and Emergency Procedures
In case of emergency, use the stairs and not the elevator to exit; walk to the north side of the Police Department and wait for further instructions.
2. Roll Call
Recognitions
Consideration and action on a proposed resolution recognizing Kevin M. Lahner for his loyal and conscientious service to the City of Janesville as City Manager. (File Resolution No. 2026-2447)
Attachment
3. Public comments on items on the agenda not requiring a public hearing and on matters which can be affected by Council action.
Individuals wishing to address the City Council are asked to sign in on the roster in the lobby and keep their comments under four minutes.
Reports
City Manager Update: Human Resources update on City Manager Recruitment
4. Consent Agenda
All items under the Consent Agenda are considered routine and will be approved by unanimous consent. There will be no separate discussion of items in this section unless a Council member so requests, at which time the item will be removed and considered at this point on the agenda.
a. Minutes from the May 11, 2026, Regular City Council Meeting
Minutes
b. Licenses and recommendations (refer to license agenda).
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Fri May 22, 2026
Advisory Committee on Appointments
Selection of nominees for Alcohol License, Board of Review, Sustainable Janesville, Zoning Board
The Advisory Committee on Appointments will select recommended nominees for the Alcohol License Advisory Committee, Board of Review, Sustainable Janesville Committee, and Zoning Board of Appeals. They will also hold an after-action discussion on the 2026 recruitment process and approve the March 17, 2026 meeting minutes.
- Selection of nominees for Alcohol License Advisory Committee
- Selection of nominees for Board of Review
- Selection of nominees for Sustainable Janesville Committee
- Selection of nominees for Zoning Board of Appeals
- After action discussion on 2026 recruitment process
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ADVISORY COMMITTEE ON APPOINTMENTS MEETING AGENDA
Training Room 416
City Hall
18 North Jackson Street
Janesville, Wisconsin
Thursday, May 21, 2026
6:15 PM
1. Roll Call
1. Memo
Memo
2. Approval of March 17, 2026 Meeting Minutes
1. Minutes
Minutes
3. Selection of recommended nominees for the following Boards, Commissions, and Committees:
1. Alcohol License Advisory Committee
ALAC Fact Sheet - May 2026
2. Board of Review
BOR Fact Sheet - May 2026
3. Sustainable Janesville Committee
SJC Fact Sheet - May 2026
4. Zoning Board of Appeals
ZBA Fact Sheet - May 2026
4. After Action Discussion on 2026 Recruitment Process
5. Advisory Committee on Appointments Announcements
Announcements are limited to member activities, memorials, and non-political community events. Discussion of matters related to governmental business is prohibited.
6. Adjournment
Upon reasonable notice, efforts will be made to accommodate the needs of disabled individuals through appropriate aids and services. To make a request please contact the City Clerk-Treasurer’s Office at (608) 755-3000, TDD (608) 755-3190, 18 N. Jackson St. P.O. Box 5005 Janesville, WI 53547-5005.
Wed May 20, 2026
Community Development Authority
CDA to elect leadership and review annual action timetable
The Community Development Authority will elect a Chair and Vice Chair. The body will also review the Annual Action Timetable and budget performance reports for February and March.
- Election of Chair and Vice Chair
- Annual Action Timetable
- February Budget Performance Report
- March Budget Performance Report
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COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY MEETING AGENDA
City Hall
Council Chambers
18 North Jackson Street
Janesville, Wisconsin
Wednesday, May 20, 2026
5:30 PM
1. Roll Call.
2. Minutes
a. Minutes 3-18-2026 "C"
Attachment.pdf
3. Budget Performance Report
a. Budget Performance Report February "C"
Attachment.pdf
b. Budget Performance Report March "C"
Attachment.pdf
4. Requests and comments from the public regarding items on the agenda not requiring a public hearing and on matters which can be affected by CDA action.
5. Agenda Items
a. Election of Chair and Vice Chair
b. Annual Action Timetable
Attachment.pdf
6. Director's Report
7. Announcements
Announcements are limited to CDA member activities, memorials and non-political community events. Discussion of matters related to governmental business is prohibited.
8. Adjournment.
Upon reasonable notice, efforts will be made to accommodate the needs of disabled individuals through appropriate aids and services. To make a request please contact the City Clerk-Treasurer’s Office at (608) 755-3000, TDD (608) 755-3190, 18 N. Jackson St. P.O. Box 5005 Janesville, WI 53547-5005.
Regular Community Development Authority meetings occur on the third Wednesday of the month. Meetings are streamed live on JATV Media Services YouTube ch …
Wed May 20, 2026
GM/JATCO Redevelopment Advisory Board
Board to review GM/JATCO project overview and branding concepts
The GM/JATCO Redevelopment Advisory Board will meet to discuss a project overview and gather board input. The session includes a review of Stantec slides and branding theme concepts.
- GM/JATCO Project Overview & Board Input Session
- Review of Stantec slides
- Review of Branding Theme Concepts
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GM/JATCO REDEVELOPMENT ADVISORY BOARD MEETING AGENDA
Council Chambers
City Hall
18 N. Jackson St.
Janesville, Wisconsin 53548
Wednesday, April 8, 2026
5:00 PM
1. Roll Call
2. Minutes
a. Minutes of the Meeting of January 19, 2026
Minutes
b. Minutes of the Meeting of January 20, 2026
MInutes
3. Old Business
4. New Business
a. GM/JATCO Project Overview & Board Input Session
Memo
Exhibit A - Stantec Slides
Exhibit B - Branding Theme Concepts
Adjournment
Upon reasonable notice, efforts will be made to accommodate the needs of disabled individuals through appropriate aids and services. To make a request, please contact the City Clerk-Treasurer's Office at (608)755-3000, TDD (608)755-3190, 18 N. Jackson Street, PO Box 5005, Janesville, WI 53547-5005.
Tue May 19, 2026
Historic Commission
Historic Commission to review certificate for 616-618 E Milwaukee
The Historic Commission will review a Certificate of Appropriateness for a property at 616-618 E Milwaukee. The body will also continue discussions regarding the City of Janesville Zoning Code Rewrite and the Tallman Arts Festival.
- Review of Certificate of Appropriateness 2026-03 for 616-618 E Milwaukee (Griffa/Goth)
- Discussion on City of Janesville Zoning Code Rewrite
- Discussion on the Tallman Arts Festival
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HISTORIC COMMISSION MEETING AGENDA
City Hall
Council Chambers
18 North Jackson Street
Janesville, Wisconsin
Tuesday, May 19, 2026
5:00 PM
I. CALL TO ORDER
II. ROLL CALL
III. COMMENTS FROM PUBLIC
In addition to public comment provided in person during the meeting, written comment may be provided using the form posted below. Written comments are due by 12 p.m. on the day of the meeting. Comment forms received in a timely manner will be read into the public record by the staff liaison during the meeting.
Link to Public Comment form.
IV. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1. MINUTES of the May 5, 2026, regular meeting
Minutes
V. NEW BUSINESS
1. Review Certificate of Appropriateness 2026-03, 616-618 E Milwaukee (Griffa/Goth)
Attachment
VI. OLD BUSINESS
1. Continued Discussion on City of Janesville Zoning Code Rewrite
Attachment
2. Continued Discussion on the Tallman Arts Festival
VII. HISTORIC COMMISSION ANNOUNCEMENTS
Announcements are limited to member activities, memorials, and non-political community events. Discussion of matters related to governmental business is prohibited.
VIII. NEXT REGULAR MEETING DATE - June 2, 2026
IX. ADJOURNMENT
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Tue May 19, 2026
Sustainable Janesville Committee
Committee to elect officers and approve April minutes
The Sustainable Janesville Committee will meet to elect a chairperson and vice chairperson, approve minutes from the April 21, 2026 meeting, and discuss old and new business.
- Election of Chairperson and Vice Chairperson
- Approval of April 21, 2026 meeting minutes
- Public Comment period
- City Council and Staff Updates
- Next meeting scheduled for June 16, 2026
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SUSTAINABLE JANESVILLE COMMITTEE MEETING AGENDA
City Hall
Training Room 416
18 North Jackson Street
Janesville, Wisconsin
Tuesday, May 19, 2026
6:30 PM
1. Roll Call.
Introductions for New Members
Election of Chairperson
Election of Vice Chairperson
2. Public Comment.
3. Approval of Minutes from April 21, 2026 meeting.
a. April Minutes
Minutes - 4.21.26.docx
4. Old Business.
5. New Business.
6. City Council and Staff Updates.
7. Committee Announcements.
8. Next Meeting: June 16, 2026
9. Adjournment.
Upon reasonable notice, efforts will be made to accommodate the needs of disabled individuals through appropriate aids and services. To make a request please contact the City Clerk-Treasurer’s Office at (608) 755-3000, TDD (608) 755-3190, 18 N. Jackson St. P.O. Box 5005 Janesville, WI 53547-5005.
Mon May 18, 2026
Plan Commission
Plan Commission to consider rezoning of 265 E Memorial Drive
The Plan Commission will meet to nominate a Chair and Vice Chair. The agenda includes a public hearing regarding a proposed ordinance to rezone property at 265 E Memorial Drive.
- Public hearing for rezoning 265 E Memorial Drive from M1 (Light Industrial) to R1 (Single-Family and Two-Family Residence)
- Nomination of Chair and Vice Chair
- Approval of May 4 and May 6, 2026 minutes
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PLAN COMMISSION MEETING AGENDA
City Hall
Council Chambers
18 North Jackson Street
Janesville, Wisconsin
Monday, May 18, 2026
6:00 PM
I. ROLL CALL
II. NOMINATION OF CHAIR AND VICE CHAIR
1. Nomination of Chair and Vice Chair Memo
Memo
III. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1. Minutes of May 4, 2026 - Regular Meeting
Minutes
2. Minutes of May 6, 2026 - Special Plan Commission Meeting
Minutes
IV. APPROVAL OF FINAL PLATS AND CERTIFIED SURVEY MAPS AND EASEMENT RELEASES "C"
V. SET FOR PUBLIC HEARING
VI. OLD BUSINESS
1. Public Hearing, Proposed ordinance rezoning property located at 265 E Memorial Drive from M1, Light Industrial District to R1, Single-Family and Two-Family Residence District (File Ordinance No. 2026-934)
Attachment
VII. NEW BUSINESS
VIII. DIRECTOR'S REPORT
1. Director's Report
Director's Report Memo
IX. PLAN COMMISSION ANNOUNCEMENTS
Announcements are limited to member activities, memorials, and non-political community events. Discussion of matters related to governmental business is prohibited.
X. ADJOURNMENT
"C" Indicates an item that the Plan Commission will take up under the Consent Agenda.
Upon reasonable notice, efforts will be made to accommodate the needs of disabled individuals through appropriate aids and services. To …
Thu May 14, 2026
Cancelled: Revolving Loan Fund Committee
Tue May 12, 2026
Hedberg Public Library Board of Trustees
Tue May 12, 2026
Janesville Innovation, Inc. Board
Janesville Innovation Board to consider new tenant, insurance renewal
The Janesville Innovation, Inc. Board will meet to review and approve the March 10, 2026 minutes, discuss operations including an insurance coverage renewal, receive small business updates, and consider approval of a new tenant. The board will also review financial statements and marketing efforts.
- Approval of a new tenant for the innovation center
- Review and approval of insurance coverage renewal
- Review and approval of income/expenses and balance sheet
- Small business updates from Jocelyn Kopac Consulting
- Tenant dashboard and tenant/prospects report
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JANESVILLE INNOVATION, INC. BOARD MEETING AGENDA
Virtual (Microsoft Teams)
Tuesday, May 12, 2026
8:00 AM
Meeting Venue
Microsoft Teams meeting
Meeting ID: 259 354 782 928 93
Passcode: oD9dh6qb
I. Call to Order
II. Review and Approval of the Agenda
III. Review and Approval of the March 10, 2026, Meeting Minutes
IV. Organizational and Administrative
1. Operations updates = Mark B.
a. Review and approval of insurance coverage renewal
2. Small Business Updates = Jocelyn Kopac Consulting
V. Tenants and Leases
1. Dashboard Report
2. Tenant/Prospects Report / Updates
3. Approval of new tenant
VI. Financial Updates
1. Review and approval of the Income and Expenses, and Balance Sheet
VII. Marketing and Media
1. Web / Social Media
VIII. Next Meeting
1. July 14, 2026 = In Person Board and Annual Meeting at JIC
a. 8:00-9:00 am Board Meeting
b. 9:00-9:45 am Annual Meeting
2. September 8, 2026 = Virtual Meeting
IX. Adjournment
Upon reasonable notice, efforts will be made to accommodate the needs of disabled individuals through appropriate aids and services. To make a request please contact the City Clerk-Treasurer's Office at (608) 755-3000, TDD (608) 755-3190, 18 N. Jackson St P.O. Box 5005 Janesville, WI …
Mon May 11, 2026
City Council Meeting
Council to vote on TIF deal for multi-family building at 20 S. River St.
The Janesville City Council will consider a TIF development agreement for a multi-family residential building at 20 S. River Street, a second reading of a reckless driving impound ordinance, and first readings on a temporary alcohol license extension and a Designated Outdoor Refreshment Area (DORA). The consent agenda includes a resolution urging the state to develop a transportation funding strategy and a resolution repealing the emergency proclamation.
- TIF Development Agreement with River Street Renaissance LLC for multi-family building at 20 S. River Street in TID No. 36
- Second reading of ordinance to modify impoundment of vehicles engaged in reckless driving (File Ordinance 2026-930)
- First reading of ordinance creating a Designated Outdoor Refreshment Area (DORA) for alcohol possession (File Ordinance 2026-933)
- Memorandum of Understanding with DK Partnership, LLP to extend public infrastructure at McCormick Drive and Huntinghorne Drive
- Resolution urging State of Wisconsin to develop a Comprehensive Transportation Funding Strategy (File Resolution 2026-2444)
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CITY COUNCIL MEETING - REGULAR SESSION MEETING AGENDA
Council Chambers
18 North Jackson Street
Janesville, Wisconsin
Monday, May 11, 2026
6:00 PM
1. Call to Order, Pledge of Allegiance, and Emergency Procedures
In case of emergency, use the stairs and not the elevator to exit; walk to the north side of the Police Department and wait for further instructions.
2. Roll Call
3. Recognitions
a. Consideration and action on a proposed resolution to recognize the week of May 17, 2026, as "National Public Works Week" in the City of Janesville. (File Resolution No. 2026-2413)
Attachment
4. Public comments on items on the agenda not requiring a public hearing and on matters which can be affected by Council action.
Individuals wishing to address the City Council are asked to sign in on the roster in the lobby and keep their comments under four minutes.
5. Reports
City Manager Update
6. Consent Agenda
All items under the Consent Agenda are considered routine and will be approved by unanimous consent. There will be no separate discussion of items in this section unless a Council member so requests, at which time the item will be removed and considered at this point on the agenda.
a. Minutes from the April 27, 2026, Regular City Council Meeting
Minutes
b. Licenses and recommendations. (refer to license agenda)
Attachment
c. Consider …
Wed May 6, 2026
Special Plan Commission Meeting
GRAEF presents zoning code rewrite revisions to Plan Commission
The Plan Commission will receive a presentation from consulting firm GRAEF on revisions to the full draft of the Zoning Code Rewrite, followed by discussion. The commission also plans to discuss an upcoming open house event and will take comments from the public. No decisions or votes are scheduled on the agenda.
- Presentation by GRAEF on recodification of zoning ordinance and full draft of Zoning Code Rewrite
- Discussion on upcoming open house event
- Public comment period
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PLAN COMMISSION MEETING AGENDA
City Hall
Council Chambers
18 North Jackson Street
Janesville, Wisconsin
Wednesday, May 6, 2026
5:30 PM
I. Roll Call
II. Opening Remarks
III. Presentation and Update by Consulting Firm GRAEF on Recodification of the Zoning Ordinance (Overview of revisions applied to full draft copy of Zoning Code Rewrite)
1. Attachment
Attachment
IV. Discussion on upcoming Open House Event
V. Comments from the public
VI. Adjournment
Tue May 5, 2026
Historic Commission
Review Certificate of Appropriateness for 219 Jackman Street
The Historic Commission will review a Certificate of Appropriateness for a property at 219 Jackman Street, present two Historic Preservation Awards, and elect a new chair and vice chair. They will also continue a discussion on the City's zoning and subdivision code rewrite.
- Review Certificate of Appropriateness 2026-02 for 219 Jackman Street
- Presentation of Historic Preservation Award to Michael Palmer (Brewery)
- Presentation of Historic Preservation Award to Margret Delaney and Jackie Wood (403 N Pearl)
- Nomination and election of chair and vice chair
- Continued discussion on City of Janesville Zoning and Subdivision Code Rewrite
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HISTORIC COMMISSION MEETING AGENDA
City Hall
Council Chambers
18 North Jackson Street
Janesville, Wisconsin
Tuesday, May 5, 2026
5:00 PM
I. CALL TO ORDER
II. ROLL CALL
III. PRESENTATION OF PROCLAMATION IN HONOR OF HISTORIC PRESERVATION MONTH.
IV. INTRODUCTION OF CURRENT AND NEW COMMISSION MEMBERS.
V. NOMINATION AND ELECTION OF CHAIR AND VICE CHAIR.
VI. COMMENTS FROM PUBLIC
In addition to public comment provided in person during the meeting, written comment may be provided using the form posted below. Written comments are due by 12 p.m. on the day of the meeting. Comment forms received in a timely manner will be read into the public record by the staff liaison during the meeting.
Link to Public Comment form.
VII. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1. MINUTES of the April 21, 2026 regular meeting
Minutes
VIII. NEW BUSINESS
1. Review Certificate of Appropriateness 2026-02, 219 Jackman Street (Kremers/Terrill).
Attachment
2. Presentation of Historic Preservation Award to Michael Palmer (Brewery)
3. Presentation of Historic Preservation Award to Margret Delaney and Jackie Wood (403 N Pearl)
4. Staff presentation on Wisconsin Association of Historic Preservation Commissions (WAHPC) 2026 Spring Conference
IX. OLD BUSINESS
1. Continued discussion on City of Janesville Zoning and Subdivi …
Tue May 5, 2026
Alcohol License Advisory Committee
Committee to vote on alcohol licenses and ordinance changes
The Alcohol Licensing Advisory Committee will elect officers and review applications for new and temporary alcohol licenses. The committee will also discuss an ordinance to create a Designated Outdoor Recreation Area (DORA) for alcohol consumption.
- Election of Chairperson and Vice Chairperson
- Temporary Class B license for Ballet Folklorico Juvenil Sangre Mexicana de Beloit
- Ordinance creating a Designated Outdoor Recreation Area (DORA)
- Public hearing for Class C Wine Only License for Butter Me Up Breakfast & Lunch
- Public hearing for Class B Beer Only License for Papa Docs Axe
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ALCOHOL LICENSING ADVISORY COMMITTEE MEETING AGENDA
Council Chambers
18 North Jackson Street - Janesville, Wisconsin
Tuesday, May 5, 2026
8:00 AM
1. Call to Order
2. Roll Call
3. Election of Chairperson
4. Election of Committee Vice Chairperson
5. Approval of Minutes
a. Minutes of April 14, 2026
Attachment
6. Requests and Comments from the Public regarding items on the agenda not requiring a Public Hearing
7. Licenses
a. Application for Temporary Extension of Class B Premise for Genisa Wine Bar and Jack & Jenny's at 11,13 and 15 N. Main St., for an event on July 3, 2026.
Attachment
b. Original Application and Public Hearing for a Class C Wine Only License and Class B Beer Only License f or Butter Me Up Breakfast & Lunch, Inc dba Butter Me Up Breakfast & Lunch, 3360 Milton Ave.
Attachment
c. Original Application and Public Hearing for a Class B Beer Only License for Trick Shot Enterprises LLC dba Papa Docs Axe at 401 W. Milwaukee St.
Attachment
d. Original Application and Public Hearing for a Class A Intoxicating Liquor and Fermented Malt Beverage License for KIMS Convenience Company dba Stride Fuel at 714 Center Ave.
Attachment
e. Operator’s License Appeal for Randi Roehl.
Attachment
f. Application for a Temporary Class B license by Ballet Folklorico Juvenil …
Mon May 4, 2026
Plan Commission
Rezoning proposal for 265 E Memorial Drive and drive-thru amendments
The Plan Commission will consider a rezoning ordinance for property at 265 E Memorial Drive. The meeting also includes public hearings regarding conditional use permit amendments for drive-thru configurations at 1247 Milton Avenue and 645 Midland Road.
- Rezoning of 265 E Memorial Drive from M1 to R1
- Drive-thru configuration amendment at 1247 Milton Avenue
- Drive-thru expansion and new office building at 645 Midland Road (Culver’s)
- Certified Survey Map 26002-C for SHM Properties LLC along Midland Road
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PLAN COMMISSION MEETING AGENDA
City Hall
Council Chambers
18 North Jackson Street
Janesville, Wisconsin
Monday, May 4, 2026
6:00 PM
I. ROLL CALL
II. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1. Minutes of April 6, 2026
Minutes
III. APPROVAL OF FINAL PLATS AND CERTIFIED SURVEY MAPS AND EASEMENT RELEASES "C"
1. CSM 26002-C, SHM Properties LLC, 1 lot along Midland Road.
Attachment
IV. SET FOR PUBLIC HEARING
1. Set for Public Hearing, Proposed ordinance rezoning property located at 265 E Memorial Drive from M1, Light Industrial District to R1, Single-Family and Two-Family Residence District (File Ordinance No. 2026-934)
Attachment
V. OLD BUSINESS
1. Public Hearing, Conditional Use Permit Amendment to alter the drive-thru configuration at 1247 Milton Avenue.
Attachment
2. Public Hearing, Conditional Use Permit Amendment to construct a drive-thru expansion and new office building at 645 Midland Road (Culver’s).
Attachment
VI. NEW BUSINESS
VII. DIRECTOR'S REPORT
1. DIRECTOR’S REPORT
Director's Memo
VIII. PLAN COMMISSION ANNOUNCEMENTS
Announcements are limited to member activities, memorials, and non-political community events. Discussion of matters related to governmental business is prohibited.
IX. ADJOURNMENT
"C" Indicates an item that the Plan Commission …
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💰 Federal awards (top 10 by amount)
Largest recent federal contract/grant awards to recipients in this city (2023–present), via USAspending.gov.
| $972.0M | AMTEC CORPORATION Department of Defense · FIXED PRICE W/ EPA CONTRACT. THIS CONTRACT IS FOR THE PRODUCTION OF 40 |
| $542.5M | AMTEC CORPORATION Department of Defense · 40MM GRENADE FAMILY SYSTEMS FOR FY10-FY14. |
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| $119.8M | AMTEC CORPORATION Department of Defense · 40MM M918E2 HIGH VELOCITY TARGET PRACTICE-DAY/ NIGHT/ THERMAL CARTRIDG |
| $116.7M | AMTEC CORPORATION Department of Defense · DELIVERY ORDER 1 FOR 40MM M918E2 HIGH VELOCITY (HV) TARGET PRACTICE- D |
| $35.9M | AMTEC CORPORATION Department of Defense · UKRAINE: THE PURPOSE OF THIS DELIVERY ORDER IS FOR THE THE PURCHASE OF |
| $16.7M | AMTEC CORPORATION Department of Defense · THE PURPOSE OF DELIVERY ORDER W15QKN-18-F-0255 IS FOR THE PRODUCTION A |
| $12.6M | PROGRESSIVE CONSTRUCTION SERVICES LLC Department of Veterans Affairs · CONTRACTOR IS TO PROVIDE ALL CONSTRUCTION SERVICES TO COMPLETE THE CON |
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County-level context — from BLS, IRS, FEMA, HUD, Census. These figures cover the whole county this city sits in, not just the city itself.
Net migration+223 people (-$4.5M net AGI · 2023)
Federal disasters (10 yr)3 ({"Severe Storm": 7, "Flood": 3, "Snowstorm": 2, "Biological" · last Tue Jun 30, 2026)
Traffic fatalities6 (1 pedestrian · 2024)
Business establishments3,362 (64,537 employees · 2023)
Fair Market Rent (2BR)$1,153/mo (895 assisted households · 2025)
Adults with low literacy17.7% (low numeracy 28% · 2017)
Sources: BLS LAUS, IRS SOI, FEMA, NHTSA FARS, Census CBP, HUD, NCES PIAAC
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Permitted housing units
The money — in
source: Census gov-finance & state comptrollerBudget
Revenue$141.9M
Spending$136.6M
Revenue ran ahead of operating spending this year.
Debt load MODERATE
Outstanding debt$116.9M
Debt-to-revenue0.82×
Debt-load index63 / 100
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Outcomes — economic mobility
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