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Recent meetings

Thu Jul 2, 2026

City Plan Commission

Plan Commission to consider development agreement for Blackhawk Ridge property

The City Plan Commission will hold public hearings on eight items, including an alley vacation, multiple conditional use permits, a special exception for a fence, two development agreements, and a rezoning initiation. The commission is deciding on these land-use requests at this meeting.

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Thu Jul 2, 2026

Board of Water Commissioners

Water Board to consider $897,413 water main relay contract

The Board of Water Commissioners will review several utility agreements and contracts. Key items include a water main relay project and a lead service line replacement grant program.

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Thu Jul 2, 2026

Public Works Committee

Public Works Committee approves street resurfacing and sidewalk assessment

The Public Works Committee will consider awarding a $517,000 contract for resurfacing 27th and 24th Avenues and approving a resolution to assess the cost of sidewalk repairs to abutting property owners. The committee will also review several permits for street events and accept completed construction projects.

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Thu Jul 2, 2026

Stormwater Utility Committee

Stormwater utility committee to approve maintenance agreements and road resurfacing contract

The Stormwater Utility Committee will consider approving maintenance agreements for stormwater facilities with Horizon SBX Kenosha, LLC and Tirawoods, LLC, and award a contract for road resurfacing on 27th and 24th Avenues.

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Thu Jul 2, 2026

Finance Committee

Finance Committee to review $6.56M disbursement and check fee ordinance

The Finance Committee will consider an ordinance amending the city code on non-sufficient funds check payments, proposed resolutions to correct a sidewalk project and accept a DNR financial assistance agreement, and approve two airport lease renewals. The committee will also review a disbursement record totaling $6,561,256.07 and approve minutes from June 15, 2026.

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Thu Jul 2, 2026

Common Council

Kenosha Common Council to consider $517,000 road resurfacing contract

The Common Council will discuss various development agreements, liquor license applications, and city ordinances. The body is also reviewing a rezoning request for a downtown mixed-use district and several public works contracts.

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Thu Jul 2, 2026

Kenosha Hometown Heroes Commission

Chair and vice-chair nominations, Q2 hero nominations for Kenosha Hometown Heroes Commission

The Kenosha Hometown Heroes Commission will nominate and vote on a chairperson and vice-chairperson, led by Andrew Lorsung. They will also review and vote on Q2 Hometown Heroes nominations, possibly presenting them at the next Common Council meeting. The meeting includes approval of prior minutes and citizen comments.

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Thu Jul 2, 2026

City Plan Commission

City Plan Commission to review development agreements and rezoning requests

The City Plan Commission will hold public hearings on several land-use requests, including conditional use permits and a rezoning application. The body will also consider development agreements for properties in District 16.

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Wed Jul 1, 2026

Board of Assessor

Board to consider objections to 2026 property assessments

The Board of Assessors will discuss and decide on objections to the 2026 property assessments for 18 parcels, including commercial properties like Glenwood Station LLC ($14.9M) and Shagbark Apartments LLC ($31.6M), as well as residential properties. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes, public comment, and scheduling future meetings.

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Mon Jun 29, 2026

Sex Offender Residency Board

Board to decide on two sex offender residency exemption requests

The Kenosha Sex Offender Residency Board will hold public hearings on two petitions for exemptions to residency restrictions. Barnell L. Love seeks to reside at 5716 21st Avenue, Room 2, and Benjamin J. Piat seeks to reside at 5006 7th Avenue, Apt 3. After the hearings, the board may go into closed session to deliberate and then announce its decisions.

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Thu Jun 25, 2026

Parks Commission

Thu Jun 25, 2026

Public Safety and Welfare

Thu Jun 25, 2026

Board of Assessors (No video)

Board to review 2026 property assessment objections

The Kenosha Board of Assessors will meet to discuss and potentially approve objections to the 2026 property tax assessments. The board will review specific assessed values and current values for multiple properties across the city.

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Wed Jun 24, 2026

License & Permit Committee

Committee to consider denying new bartender license due to police record

The Licenses & Permits Committee will decide on several license applications, including a new operator's license with a recommendation to deny based on a material police record. Other items include renewals, a new taxi driver license, temporary outdoor extensions, cabaret licenses, and a complaint seeking revocation of a bartender's license. The committee may go into closed session to deliberate disciplinary cases.

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Tue Jun 23, 2026

Board of Assessors (No video)

Board to discuss objections to 2026 property assessments

The Kenosha Board of Assessors will review assessed value recommendations for several properties and set future meeting dates. The agenda includes a public comment period and required disclosures.

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Tue Jun 23, 2026

Special Airport Commission Meeting

Airport Commission to decide on two hangar lease renewals

The Kenosha Airport Commission will vote on two lease renewal agreements at this special meeting. One lease with 9390 Partnership LLC for a hangar at 9390 52nd Street includes a 20-year term at $5,345.55 annual rent. The second lease is with Southport Hangar Condominium Association LLC. The commission will also discuss airport operations.

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Mon Jun 22, 2026

Kenosha Hometown Heroes Commission (1)

Mon Jun 22, 2026

Mayor's Youth Commission

Mon Jun 22, 2026

Sex Offender Residency Board

Board to hear residency restriction exemption request for 4531 21st Avenue

The Sex Offender Residency Board will hold a public hearing regarding a petition from Brian G. Matthews. The board will determine if an exemption to residency restrictions should be granted for the address at 4531 21st Avenue.

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Thu Jun 18, 2026

Board of Assessors (No video)

Board discusses 27 objections to 2026 property assessments

The Board of Assessors will meet to discuss 27 objections to the 2026 property assessments, with recommendations from the chairperson and two appraisers. The agenda includes both large commercial properties, such as Snap-On Tools and JVM Kenosha Apartments, and residential parcels. The board will also set dates for future meetings.

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Wed Jun 17, 2026

Historic Preservation

Public hearing on preservation of Eagles Club at 302 58th Street

The Historic Preservation Commission will hold a public hearing and discuss the preservation of the Eagles Club property at 302 58th Street. They will also consider approval of the minutes from the May 28, 2026 meeting. This is the only substantive item on the agenda.

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Tue Jun 16, 2026

Board of Water Commissioners

Board to consider water rate adjustment application

The Board will consider a resolution to adopt the 2025 Compliance Maintenance Annual Report (CMAR) required by the Wisconsin DNR and authorize filing a simplified water rate adjustment application with the Public Service Commission. It will also review and receive May 2026 disbursements totaling $3,105,682.89.

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Tue Jun 16, 2026

Finance Committee

Finance Committee to consider Southport Marina lease amendment and $6.36M disbursement

The Finance Committee will vote on a resolution to levy special charges totaling $19,776.56 for property maintenance, a first amendment to the Southport Marina lease, and a reimbursement agreement with Johnson Bank for the P-Card program. They will also review a specific snow removal charge of $337 for 2413 15th Place and approve Disbursement Record #10 for $6,358,097.72.

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Tue Jun 16, 2026

Public Works Committee

Committee to consider $252,800 Nash Park Road reconstruction contract

The Public Works Committee will consider multiple contract awards for road reconstruction, concrete repairs, and invasive species maintenance, as well as requests for paved lawn parks, a driveway exception, and a festival street closure. Also on the agenda are resolutions for certified survey maps, a bid rejection for drainage improvements, and various agreements including a land access agreement and a memorandum of understanding for a memorial fountain.

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Tue Jun 16, 2026

Stormwater Utility Committee

Committee to vote on $50,000 invasive species contract

The Stormwater Utility Committee will consider awarding a $50,000 contract to GEI Consultants for invasive species maintenance at city-owned properties. The agenda also includes several stormwater management and access agreements with Shalom Center, CWP West LLC, and Fox MV LLC. Additionally, the committee will review acceptance of Block I public improvements.

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Mon Jun 15, 2026

Kenosha Lakeshore Business Improvement District

Kenosha Lakeshore Business Improvement District holds monthly meeting

The board is meeting to review committee updates and the treasurer's report. The agenda includes a presentation by Community Development Specialist Abby Huff.

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Mon Jun 15, 2026

Common Council

Council to consider zoning changes and license approvals

The Kenosha Common Council will consider zoning changes for several properties, including a downtown mixed-use district and residential areas, along with numerous liquor and business license applications.

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Fri Jun 12, 2026

Special License & Permit Committee

Committee to consider beer/liquor license for Daily Dose Cafe

The Licenses & Permits Committee will hold a public hearing and decide on a Class B beer and Class B liquor license application for The Lily & The Lion LLC, doing business as Daily Dose Cafe at 6010 40th Avenue. The application was deferred from the previous meeting and has no adverse police recommendations.

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Fri Jun 12, 2026

City Plan Commission

City Plan Commission to hold hearings on multiple apartment complexes and rezoning

The City Plan Commission will hold public hearings on several residential and commercial developments. Key items include two large apartment complexes and a rezoning request for properties on 7th Avenue and 55th Street.

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Thu Jun 11, 2026

Board of Assessors (No video)

Board to decide on 27 property assessment objections for 2026

The Kenosha Board of Assessors will discuss and possibly decide on 27 objections to 2026 property assessments, including commercial properties (LPC Kenosha, Associated Wholesale Grocers) and residential parcels. The agenda lists 2025 assessed values compared to proposed current values, with recommendations from the chairperson and appraisers. The board will also approve minutes from June 10, 2026, and set future meeting dates.

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Wed Jun 10, 2026

Kenosha Public Library Regular Board of Trustees Meeting

Library board to review Q3 2026 reserves spending plan and elect officers

The Kenosha Public Library Board of Trustees will meet to discuss routine financial reports and consider several policies. Items include a travel and reimbursement policy, a public records policy, and a social media policy. The board will also vote on the Q3 2026 reserves spending plan and elect officers for the 2026-2027 term.

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Wed Jun 10, 2026

Redevelopment Authority

Redevelopment Authority meeting cancelled for lack of items

The Kenosha Redevelopment Authority meeting scheduled for June 16, 2026, has been cancelled because there were no agenda items to discuss.

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Tue Jun 9, 2026

Board of Assessors (No video)

Board of Assessors to discuss objections to 2026 property assessments

The Board of Assessors will review recommended assessed values for various properties following objections to 2026 assessments. The board will also discuss the schedule for future meetings.

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Tue Jun 9, 2026

License & Permit Committee

Committee reviews liquor licenses and towing permit renewal

The Licenses & Permits Committee is reviewing numerous applications for new and renewal bartender and liquor licenses. The body will also consider a towing license renewal with an adverse police recommendation and a request to revoke a bartender's license.

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Tue Jun 9, 2026

Parks Commission

Tue Jun 9, 2026

Public Safety and Welfare

Tue Jun 9, 2026

Transit Commission

Transit Commission to discuss Carepool vehicle dispatch issues

The Kenosha Transit Commission will meet to approve minutes and receive status updates from the Transit Director regarding Carepool Innovations, including reports on incorrect vehicle dispatches and the charging station.

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Mon Jun 8, 2026

Board of Assessors (No video)

Board of Assessors to discuss objections to 2026 property assessments

The Board of Assessors will review and discuss recommended assessed values for several properties. The meeting includes objections to 2026 property assessments presented by the Chairperson and three appraisers.

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Fri Jun 5, 2026

City Plan Commission

City Plan Commission to review 336-unit apartment complex and other development permits

The City Plan Commission will hold a public hearing to consider a conditional use permit for a 336-unit apartment complex at 60th Street and Green Bay Road. The agenda also includes permits for a day care, self-storage facility, car wash remodel, and Auto Zone, along with resolutions to approve certified survey maps.

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Thu Jun 4, 2026

Board of Review

Board of Review to certify assessment roll and schedule objection hearings

The Kenosha Board of Review will receive the 2026 Assessment Roll, examine it for errors, and certify corrections. The board will also schedule objection hearings and consider requests to waive the 48-hour notice requirement.

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Wed Jun 3, 2026

Zoning Board of Appeals

Zoning Board to hear variance request for residential addition at 5944 3rd Avenue

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing to consider a variance request from Kanne Knezz. The request concerns side yard setbacks and addition limits for a non-conforming building.

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Tue Jun 2, 2026

Finance Committee

Committee to consider adding Ward 101, $451K environmental contract, $6M disbursement

The Finance Committee will discuss three items: an ordinance to add Ward 101 to the 16th Aldermanic District; a $451,020.00 contract with Stantec Consulting Services Inc. for environmental professional services under an EPA brownfields grant; and Disbursement Record #9 totaling $6,079,670.27. The committee will also approve minutes from May 18, 2026.

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Tue Jun 2, 2026

Public Works Committee

Public Works Committee to approve street closures for local events

The Kenosha Public Works Committee will consider requests to close city streets and lots for community events including the Juneteenth walk, Kenosha Book Festival, and a Labor Day parade. The committee will also review resolutions to approve survey maps for new subdivisions.

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Tue Jun 2, 2026

Special License & Permit Committee

Committee reviews liquor license application for Salon Diamante LLC

The Licenses & Permits Committee will consider a deferred application for a new Class B Beer and Class C Liquor (wine only) license. The request is for a business located at 6712 30th Avenue.

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Mon Jun 1, 2026

Common Council

Kenosha Common Council to review liquor licenses and zoning changes

The Common Council is meeting to decide on numerous liquor, cabaret, and towing license renewals and applications. The body will also consider several rezoning ordinances and a professional services contract for EPA Brownfields assessments.

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Fri May 29, 2026

Board of Assessors (No video)

Kenosha assessors to hear property value objections for 2026

The Board of Assessors will discuss recommendations from the chairperson and appraisers on seven objections to 2026 property assessments. Proposed values range from $84,400 to $1.4 million. The board will also approve minutes from May 26 and set future meeting dates.

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Thu May 28, 2026

Special License & Permit Committee

Committee to consider extended hours for S'Lush Daiquiri Lounge outdoor area

The Licenses & Permits Committee will decide on numerous alcohol, taxi, and towing license applications, including renewals and new licenses. Several applicants face denial recommendations due to police records or false applications, while others are subject to demerit points. Notable items include a request to extend outdoor dining hours at S'Lush Daiquiri Lounge and a new liquor license near a church requiring a Council waiver.

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Tue May 26, 2026

Board of Water Commissioners

Board to consider development agreement for property near 50th Street and 52nd Avenue

The Board of Water Commissioners will consider a development agreement with FOX MV, LLC for property north of 50th Street and east of 52nd Avenue in District 10. The board will also review April 2026 disbursements and approve minutes from the May 4, 2026 meeting.

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Tue May 26, 2026

Finance Committee

Finance Committee to approve special charges, TID dissolution, and CIP adjustments

The Finance Committee will consider levying special charges for property maintenance, dissolving Tax Incremental District No. 21, and awarding a contract for the city newspaper. The committee will also review a capital improvement program adjustment and a sidewalk snow clearing resolution.

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Tue May 26, 2026

City Plan Commission

Public hearings on 212- and 240-unit apartment complexes proposed

The City Plan Commission will hold public hearings on multiple items including two large apartment complexes (212 units at 6th Avenue/54th Street and 240 units at 30th Avenue/85th Street), a self-storage facility, several rezonings, official map attachments, and certified survey maps. Decisions will follow the hearings.

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Fri May 22, 2026

Board of Assessors (No video)

Organizational meeting to appoint officers and discuss 2026 property assessment objections

The Kenosha Board of Assessors will hold an organizational meeting to appoint a vice chairperson and secretary, review governing policies, and discuss procedures for 2026. The board will also consider 2026 filed property assessment objections and set future meeting dates. Public comments will be read into the record.

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Fri May 22, 2026

Historic Preservation

Historic Preservation Commission to discuss preserving Eagles Club at 302 58th Street

The Historic Preservation Commission will hold a public hearing and discussion on the preservation of 302 58th Street (Eagles Club). The commission may also go into closed session to confer with legal counsel. The meeting will consider approval of minutes from March 26, 2026.

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Tue May 19, 2026

Public Works Committee

Public Works Committee to award street resurfacing and tree removal contracts

The Public Works Committee will consider awarding contracts for street resurfacing, tree removal, and marina dredging, as well as approving street closures for a bicycle race and a jazz festival.

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Tue May 19, 2026

Special License and Permit Committee

Committee to decide on outdoor extension license for Hold My Beer

The Licenses & Permits Committee will consider an application from AirB 'N' Beer LLC for a Permanent Outdoor Extension License with a closing time of 12:00 AM at 621 56th Street (Hold My Beer). The Police Department has no adverse recommendations. This is the only substantive item on the special agenda.

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Tue May 19, 2026

Special Parks Commission

Tue May 19, 2026

Stormwater Utility Committee

Committee to consider $586,800 contract for 86th Street resurfacing

The Stormwater Utility Committee will review a contract award for road and sewer work on 86th Street and the final acceptance of a resurfacing project on 61st Street and 44th Court. The body will also discuss a development agreement for a 144-unit apartment project north of 50th Street.

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Mon May 18, 2026

Common Council

Common Council to consider zoning changes and liquor license renewals

The Kenosha Common Council will vote on rezoning requests, liquor license renewals, and a resolution to dissolve a tax increment district. The meeting also includes a public hearing on a conditional use permit for a tattoo establishment.

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Fri May 15, 2026

Redevelopment Authority

Authority to vote on $6,720.88 Uptown facade grant for Beyond ABA

The Kenosha Redevelopment Authority will consider approving a $6,720.88 Uptown Facade Grant for Beyond ABA and discuss possible amendments to the grant area and eligibility criteria. Members will also hear questions from Comprehensive Plan stakeholders.

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Thu May 14, 2026

Kenosha Public Library Regular Board of Trustees Meeting

Kenosha Public Library Board to review policies and staff training closure

The Board of Trustees will discuss updates to the Interlibrary Loan, Equal Employment Opportunity, and Travel and Reimbursement policies. The board is also considering a request to close the library for all-staff training on October 2, 2026.

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Wed May 13, 2026

Transit Commission

Transit Commission to vote on Visit Kenosha digital screen proposal

The Transit Commission will consider a proposal from Visit Kenosha to install digital screens on city transit vehicles. The body will also discuss Carepool Innovations and review ridership and charging station reports.

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Tue May 12, 2026

License & Permit Committee

Kenosha Licenses & Permits Committee reviews various business and operator licenses

The committee is reviewing several new and renewal license applications for operators, businesses, and drivers. Discussion includes recommendations to grant or deny specific licenses based on police records and demerit points.

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Tue May 12, 2026

Parks Commission

Tue May 12, 2026

Public Safety and Welfare

Ordinance to extend committee chair terms to two years

The Public Safety & Welfare Committee will consider an ordinance sponsored by Mayor David Bogdala to amend the City Code regarding committee chair terms, changing them from one-year to two-year terms and adjusting the election timing. The committee will also approve minutes from the prior meeting and hear citizen comments.

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Thu May 7, 2026

Zoning Board of Appeals

Variance request for lot line adjustment at 934 & 1002 43rd Street

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on a variance request from AK Housing Rentals, LLC and Vivid Property Group, LLC. The request seeks relief from minimum lot area, lot width, and interior side yard setback requirements for a proposed lot line adjustment survey at 934 and 1002 43rd Street in the Rg-1 General Residential District.

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Thu May 7, 2026

Board of Assessors (No video)

Board considers 9 objections to 2026 property assessments

The Board of Assessors will discuss and make recommendations on nine objections to the 2026 property assessments. The agenda includes recommended values from appraisers for parcels such as Yash Enterprises Inc ($1,450,800), James P Tredup ($166,100), and others. The board will also set dates for future meetings.

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Wed May 6, 2026

Kenosha Hometown Heroes Commission (1)

Hometown Heroes Commission meeting cancelled due to lack of quorum

This meeting of the Kenosha Hometown Heroes Commission was cancelled because a quorum could not be reached. No business was conducted or discussed.

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Wed May 6, 2026

Mayor's Youth Commission

Youth Commission to prepare for upcoming Brick Ceremony

The Mayor's Youth Commission will meet to approve previous meeting minutes and prepare for a Brick Ceremony scheduled for June 17th. The agenda lists no other formal business.

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Tue May 5, 2026

Board of Water Commissioners

Board to consider lead service line replacement contract and alley vacation

The Board of Water Commissioners will consider a property use agreement with Five Star Energy Services for lead service line replacement from May 2026 to December 2027. Also on the agenda is a consent petition to vacate an alley south of 68th Street east of 3rd Avenue. The meeting opens with call to order, citizen comments, and approval of minutes from April 13, 2026.

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Tue May 5, 2026

Finance Committee

Finance Committee to consider TID dissolution and office remodeling

The Kenosha Finance Committee will review the first quarter 2026 settlement report, a proposed ordinance to change the Common Council's organizational meeting time, and a resolution to dissolve Tax Incremental District #8. The committee will also discuss a contract for remodeling Fire Headquarters and an intergovernmental agreement regarding a property transfer.

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Mon May 4, 2026

Common Council

Council to vote on dissolving TID #8, distribution center, and rezonings

The Common Council will hold public hearings and vote on a resolution to dissolve Tax Incremental District #8 and distribute excess increment. They will also conduct public hearings on ordinances to change committee chair terms and the Hometown Heroes Commission chair election. The Council will consider final approval of a conditional use permit for a 315,000-square-foot distribution facility, first-reading rezonings on 75th Street, and approval of the Villas at Strawberry Creek final plat.

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Mon May 4, 2026

Sex Offender Residency Board

Sex Offender Residency Board meeting cancelled

The Sex Offender Residency Board meeting scheduled for May 14, 2026, was cancelled due to a lack of agenda items.

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Fri May 1, 2026

City Plan Commission

Plan Commission to weigh 336-unit apartment complex near Green Bay Road

The Kenosha City Plan Commission holds public hearings on several conditional use permits, including a 336-unit apartment complex (Blackhawk Ridge Authentix Apartments) and a 1.2 million square foot distribution facility extension (Uline). Other items include a tattoo parlor, day care, vehicle facility, car wash remodel, self-storage, two lot splits, a development agreement, and a rezoning request. The commission will decide or recommend on these proposals.

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Tue Apr 28, 2026

License & Permit Committee

Committee to review liquor licenses and revocations

The Kenosha Licenses & Permits Committee will consider applications for new and renewal bartender's licenses, including several denials, and will hear complaints seeking the revocation of three existing licenses. The meeting also includes a discussion on amending the Common Council's organizational meeting timeline.

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Tue Apr 28, 2026

Parks Commission

Parks Commission to consider ordinance changing Common Council meeting time and president term

The Parks Commission will vote on approving minutes from prior meetings and consider several requests for park use, donations, and summer program agreements. The most notable item is an ordinance sponsored by the mayor to amend the city code regarding the Common Council's organizational meeting time and the term of its president. Other items include event permits for Laborfest, Pride Fest, and a memorial marker placement.

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Tue Apr 28, 2026

Public Safety and Welfare

Ordinance to extend Common Council president term to 2 years on agenda

The Public Safety and Welfare Committee will hold a public hearing on a backyard chicken coop license, consider a $21,359.77 contract to remodel offices at Fire Headquarters, and discuss an ordinance that would change the Common Council's organizational meeting time and extend the president's term from one to two years. The committee will also hear a presentation on the state of EMS from the Kenosha Fire Department Medical Director.

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Tue Apr 28, 2026

Public Works Committee

Public Works Committee to consider $1.8 million basin expansion contract

The committee will review several contract awards for citywide pavement markings and a basin expansion. Members will also discuss street closure requests for the Kenosha Pride 2026 event and library bookmobile parking.

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Tue Apr 28, 2026

Stormwater Utility

Committee considers $1.8 million contract for Tirabassi Basin Expansion

The Stormwater Utility Committee is reviewing a contract award for the Tirabassi Basin Expansion and a professional services agreement for its administration. The body is also considering the final acceptance of a resurfacing project on 55th Street and an ordinance regarding Common Council organization.

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Fri Apr 24, 2026

Board of Housing Appeals

Board hears appeal of fence repair order at 2744 84th St.

The Board of Housing Appeals will hold a public hearing on an appeal filed by Michelle Dalton contesting an Order to Repair for a fence in disrepair at 2744 84th St. The meeting also includes call to order, roll call, citizens' comments, approval of prior minutes, and commissioners' comments.

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Wed Apr 22, 2026

Special Airport Commission Meeting

Airport Commission to elect chair and vice-chair

The Kenosha Airport Commission holds a special meeting to elect a chairperson and vice-chairperson, after deferring the election from the March meeting. Commissioners will also discuss airport operations. The meeting includes citizen comments and approval of prior minutes.

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Tue Apr 21, 2026

Finance Committee

Finance Committee approves $182,400 CIP increase and special assessments

The Finance Committee will consider approving a $182,400 increase to the 2026 Capital Improvement Program for the Celebration Place Power project and levy special assessments for various street and sidewalk projects. The committee also plans to discuss contracts for ordinance rewriting and lender services.

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Tue Apr 21, 2026

Special Parks Commission

Parks Commission to vote on amendment allowing wine sales at Southport Beach House

The Parks Commission will consider approving a first amendment to its agreement with 5kEvents, LLC for use of the Southport Beach House. The amendment corrects the address to 7825 3rd Avenue and permits the sale of wine in addition to beer and liquor. The amendment also updates licensed premises and sets alcohol sale hours ending at 11 p.m. The original agreement was approved in August 2025.

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Tue Apr 21, 2026

Common Council Organizational Meeting

Common Council to elect president and appoint committee members

The Kenosha Common Council will organize for the new term by taking the oath of office, electing a council president, and appointing members to various committees and boards.

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Mon Apr 20, 2026

Common Council

Kenosha Common Council considers street resurfacing and zoning changes

The Common Council is reviewing several infrastructure projects, including street resurfacing and sidewalk programs. The body is also deciding on various liquor and business licenses and zoning amendments in District 16.

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Fri Apr 17, 2026

Redevelopment Authority

Redevelopment Authority to consider two grants for Cafe Bohemia LLC totaling $15,000

The Kenosha Redevelopment Authority will review and vote on two grants for Cafe Bohemia LLC: a $5,000 Uptown Area Business Recruitment and Retention Grant and a $10,000 Uptown Facade Grant. The meeting also includes updates on additional Uptown Grant applications, the Home Kenosha program, and recruitment for a Community Development Redevelopment Specialist position.

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Fri Apr 17, 2026

City Plan Commission

Conditional use permit for tattoo shop at 6017 Sheridan Road

The City Plan Commission will consider a conditional use permit for Retrograde Tattoo, a proposed tattoo establishment at 6017 Sheridan Road. This is the only substantive item on the agenda; the remainder is procedural.

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Thu Apr 16, 2026

Transit Commission

The April 20, 2026, Transit Commission meeting is cancelled

The scheduled Transit Commission meeting for Monday, April 20, 2026, has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for Monday, May 18, 2026.

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Fri Apr 10, 2026

Historic Preservation

Historic Preservation meeting cancelled, no agenda items

The Historic Preservation Commission meeting scheduled for April 30, 2026 was cancelled due to lack of agenda items. No business was conducted.

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Tue Mar 17, 2026

Kenosha Lakeshore Business Improvement District

Kenosha Lakeshore BID to discuss business support and beautification

The Kenosha Lakeshore Business Improvement District Executive Committee will meet to approve minutes, receive committee updates, and discuss new business items. The next meeting is scheduled for May 19.

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Tue Feb 3, 2026

2026 AGENDAS & MINUTES

Zoning Board of Appeals to hear three variance requests for residential properties

The Kenosha Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings on three separate variance requests at its March, May, and June 2026 meetings. The requests seek relief from setback, lot area, and side yard requirements for properties on 11th Avenue, 43rd Street, and 3rd Avenue. No decisions are recorded in this agenda; each item is listed as a public hearing for the respective meeting dates.

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Fri Jan 23, 2026

2026 Agendas & Minutes

Roosevelt Park sport court improvements contract for $110,628

The Kenosha Board of Parks Commission is considering a series of event permits for 2026, including the Peacetree Music Festival, St. Patrick's Day Beer Run, and concert series. They will also vote on a $110,628 contract for Roosevelt Park sport court improvements, a change order for Armory Building asphalt repairs, and a revision of athletic fees. Multiple donation requests and intergovernmental agreements are also on the table.

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Fri Jan 16, 2026

2026 AGENDAS & MINUTES

Historic Preservation Commission reviews Eagles Club demolition, Library Park, and more

The Kenosha Historic Preservation Commission has scheduled meetings from January through June 2026 to review several certificates of appropriateness and preservation discussions. Key items include a demolition request for the Eagles Club at 302 58th Street, public improvements to Library Park, and an accessory structure at the Volney French House. The April 30 meeting was cancelled due to lack of agenda items.

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Thu Jan 15, 2026

2026 Agenda and Minutes

Transit Commission to vote on Visit Kenosha proposal in May

The Transit Commission is reviewing ridership data, budget contributions, and charging station reports. The body is also monitoring the Kenosha Metra Station elevator replacement and coordinating with Carepool Innovations.

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Thu Jan 15, 2026

2026 Agendas & Minutes

Thu Jan 15, 2026

2026 Agendas & Minutes

Thu Jan 15, 2026

2026 Agendas & Minutes

RDA to approve Uptown grant template and parking lot lease

The Kenosha Redevelopment Authority will consider approving a contract template for Uptown business recruitment and retention grants and a parking lot lease agreement with Kenosha Civic Center II Associates LLC. The meeting also includes public comment and approval of previous minutes.

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Tue Jan 13, 2026

2026 Agendas & Minutes

Kenosha Stormwater Utility Committee manages infrastructure and basin projects

The Stormwater Utility Committee is reviewing contracts for road resurfacing, sidewalk and curb programs, and basin expansions. The body is also processing various stormwater management and development agreements with private entities.

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Tue Jan 13, 2026

2026 Agendas & Minutes

Committee to accept $23.6M Innovation Center and levy assessments

The Public Works Committee will consider accepting completed construction projects, including the $23.6 million Kenosha Innovation Center, and levy special assessments for road and sidewalk improvements. The committee also reviews requests for street closures for events like the St. Patrick's Day Beer Run and the Snow Daze vendor parking.

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Tue Jan 13, 2026

2026 Agendas & Minutes

Committee to consider ordinance repealing conversion therapy ban

The Public Safety & Welfare Committee will hold multiple meetings from January to June 2026. Items include backyard chicken coop license renewals, parking restriction trials, contracts for janitorial services and fire headquarters remodeling, and an ordinance to repeal the city's conversion therapy ban. One meeting in February is canceled due to lack of agenda items.

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Tue Jan 13, 2026

2026 LP Agendas & Minutes

Committee to deny bartender license over police record and false application

The Licenses & Permits Committee will consider a recommendation to deny Cordell Andersen a new Operator's License due to a material police record and false application, while also acting on other operator licenses, cabaret licenses, and beer/liquor license applications. The agenda includes multiple meetings across January and February 2026, with the January 12 meeting being the primary focus.

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Fri Jan 9, 2026

2026 Agendas & Minutes

Kenosha Common Council discusses zoning, licensing, and city disbursements

The Common Council will review various municipal matters including zoning amendments for the Pike Creek Neighborhood Plan and property rezoning at 4814 Sheridan Road. The agenda also includes several liquor license applications and a $5,975,855.62 disbursement record.

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Fri Jan 9, 2026

2026 Agendas & Minutes

Finance Committee accepts $23.5 million Kenosha Innovation Center project

The Finance Committee is reviewing city disbursements, property-related special charges, and various lease agreements. The body is also managing grant applications for stormwater and flood control and approving infrastructure resurfacing assessments.

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