Slinger public meetings in 2024

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review, discuss, and possibly recommend approval of a Certified Survey Map to create a 6.8932-acre parcel from Lot 8 of CSM No. 7318 at Hwy. 60 and Hetzel Way. The commission will also discuss proposed fees for fire-related services. The meeting includes approval of previous minutes.

• One-lot Certified Survey Map for property at Hwy. 60 and Hetzel Way (Tax Parcel V5_067500T), applicant 3LP Slinger, LLC
• Proposed fees for fire-related services

The Commission approved the minutes from November 13, 2024. A proposed land division for 3LP Slinger, LLC was held over until January 2025. Proposed fees for fire-related services were referred back to the Village Board.

• Approved 11-13-2024 minutes
• Tabled 3LP Slinger, LLC one-lot Certified Survey Map until January 15, 2025
• Referred proposed fire-related service fees back to the Village Board

Village Board

The Village Board will hold a public hearing and vote on the 2025 Village of Slinger General Fund Budget and Slinger Utilities Budgets. The board will also consider resolutions to adopt the budgets and the 2025 levy, as well as new business including a police captain position, liquor license renewals, and proposed changes to the Village's gift policy.

• Public Hearing on 2025 Village of Slinger General Fund Budget and Slinger Utilities Budgets
• Resolution 11-01-2024: Approval of the 2025 Village Budget
• Resolution 11-02-2024: Adopting the 2025 Slinger Utilities Budgets
• Resolution 11-03-2024: Adopting the 2025 Levy
• Proposed Captain Position for Police Department

The Village Board approved the 2025 General Fund Budget, Slinger Utilities Budgets, and the 2025 Levy. The Board also authorized a new Captain position for the Police Department and extended a developer's deadline for the Merchant Village project.

• Approved 2025 Village Budget (Resolution 11-01-2024)
• Approved 2025 Slinger Utilities Budgets (Resolution 11-02-2024)
• Approved 2025 Levy (Resolution 11-03-2024)
• Approved creation of Police Department Captain position
• Extended Merchant Village public improvements deadline to 12-31-2025
• Approved regular Class B Combo License for Jugs Pub N Grill
• Denied reserve Class B license application from Alexia Janusz
• Approved $6,209 for emergency vehicle preemption repairs and upgrades

Village Board

The Village Board will hold a special meeting to discuss and potentially act on several items, including revisions to the 2025 Road Program and updates to the Village Code regarding home occupations. The board will also review proposed budgets for 2025 covering central equipment, central services, impact fees, TID/RDA, debt service, and general government, along with a discussion on the 2025 levy. A closed session is scheduled to discuss police officer compensation.

• Revised 2025 Road Program
• Village Code regarding home occupations
• 2025 General Government Budget (Fund 10) and Levy Discussion
• 2025 Central Equipment Budget (Fund 75) and Central Services Budget (Fund 76)
• Aspen Sky Off-Site Event license/permit

The Board approved a revised five-year road maintenance plan and agreed to increase the 2025 levy limit by $1.5M. Other actions included approving an off-site event permit for Aspen Sky and authorizing a letter to the BATF regarding a home occupation license.

• Approved revised road program totaling $1,427,000 (Passed)
• Agreed to increase 2025 levy limit by $1.5M
• Authorized Administrator Wilber to issue a letter of approval to the BATF for Mr. Holz (Passed)
• Approved off-site event for Aspen Sky (Passed)
• Approved use of sick pay until December 31, 2024 (Passed)

Village Board

The Village Board will consider and possibly approve the 2025 budgets for Public Works, Electric, Water, Sewer, Stormwater, and Capital Projects. They will also discuss a dog park request, home occupation code changes, and a condominium plat. A closed session is scheduled to discuss a potential TID #4 project and police chief compensation.

• 2025 Public Works & Forestry Budget - Fund 10
• 2025 Electric Utility Budget - Fund 70
• 2025 Water Utility Budget - Fund 71
• Condominium Plat for the Fourth Addendum to Arbor Pointe Condominiums
• Closed session to discuss potential assistance for TID #4 project and police chief salary/benefits

The Board approved a new salary for the Police Chief and passed an ordinance lowering the target for unassigned fund balances. They also approved a condominium plat and a weapons discharge permit. A request for a $100,000 loan for a dog park was not granted due to other capital needs.

• Set Police Chief Kyle Arendt's annual salary at $110,000 (Passed)
• Approved Ordinance 10-01-2024 to lower General Fund unassigned balance target to two to four months (Passed)
• Approved Ordinance 10-02-2024 creating a Planned Unit Development Overlay District for The Terraces at 60 East (Passed)
• Approved condominium plat for the fourth addendum to Arbor Pointe Condominiums (Passed)
• Approved Resolution 10-01-2024 for Urban Forestry Grant application (Passed)
• Approved Resolution 10-02-2024 for $12,500 TID #8 bond draw for 3LP Construction LLC (Passed)
• Approved weapons discharge permit for Jackie Toll (Passed)
• Denied motion to move American Eagle parcels from TID #4 to TID #8 (Failed)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider a conditional use permit to allow drive-through facilities for a proposed Sippie Hippie coffee shop at 319 E. Washington Street. The applicant is The Middle Ground Cafe, LLC and the property owner is JW's 3, LLC. The meeting also includes approval of draft minutes from October 16, 2024.

• Conditional Use Permit for drive-through at Sippie Hippie coffee shop, 319 E. Washington Street (Tax Parcel #V5-0320)
• Applicant: The Middle Ground Cafe, LLC dba Sippie Hippie; property owner: JW's 3, LLC
• Approval of 10-16-2024 Planning Commission minutes (draft)

The Planning Commission approved a Conditional Use Permit for a drive-through facility at 319 E. Washington Street. The approval is subject to specific zoning conditions regarding parking spaces, striping, and physical separation bollards.

• Approved Conditional Use Permit for Sippie Hippie coffee shop drive-through at 319 E. Washington Street (passed)
• Approved minutes of 10-16-2024 as amended (passed)

Planning Commission

The Commission approved building and site plans for a new police facility and a conditional use permit for a contractor shop. It also recommended two residential developments to the Village Board for final approval.

• Approved building and site plans for a 25,410sf Police Department building on Enterprise Drive
• Recommended approval to Village Board for rezoning 8.841 acres on American Eagle Drive for an 80-unit multi-family development
• Approved Conditional Use Permit for Forward Exterior Remodeling Specialists at 109 W. Commerce Boulevard
• Recommended approval to Village Board for the Fourth Addendum to Arbor Pointe Condominiums plat
• Approved minutes of 9-11-2024

Planning Commission

The Commission approved building and site plans for a new police facility and a conditional use permit for a contractor shop. It also recommended two residential projects to the Village Board for final approval.

• Approved building and site plans for a new ~25,410sf Police Department building on Enterprise Drive
• Recommended approval to Village Board for rezoning 8.841 acres on American Eagle Drive for an 80-unit multi-family development
• Approved Conditional Use Permit for Forward Exterior Remodeling Specialists at 109 W. Commerce Boulevard
• Recommended approval to Village Board for the Fourth Addendum to Arbor Pointe Condominiums plat
• Approved minutes of 9-11-2024

Village Board

The Board received a presentation from Ehlers & Associates regarding Village TIDs, debt profiles, and levy limits. No formal votes were taken on budget or debt items; the session consisted of discussion and information gathering.

• Adjourned meeting at 7:23pm

Village Board

The Village Board approved the issuance of general obligation promissory notes for water infrastructure improvements. Other key actions included approving a rezoning request and a master service agreement for electrical engineering. The Board also adopted the Washington County All Hazard Mitigation Plan.

• Approved Resolution 09-02-2024 for General Obligation Promissory Notes up to $3,625,000 (Passed)
• Approved Ordinance 09-01-2024 to rezone a ~3.881-acre parcel along American Eagle Drive (4-1)
• Approved Master Service Agreement with Forster Engineering (Passed)
• Approved Resolution 09-01-2024 adopting the Washington County All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Passed)
• Approved Resolution 09-03-2024 for TID #8 G.O. Bonds draw of $223,106.85 (Passed)
• Approved weapons discharge permit for Todd Leonard (Passed)
• Approved consent agenda including vouchers and payroll totaling over $1.8M (Passed)

Planning Commission

The Commission recommended that the Village Board rezone 3.881 acres on American Eagle Drive from commercial to multi-family residential. They also recommended an amendment to the Comprehensive Plan's Land Use Map to support this change. Additionally, the Commission provided conceptual feedback on a proposed 82-unit subdivision.

• Recommended approval to Village Board for rezoning Tax Parcel #V5-060600V004 to Rm-2 Multi-Family Residential (Passed)
• Recommended approval to Village Board for Comprehensive Plan Land Use Map amendment for Tax Parcel #V5-060600V004 (Passed)
• Approved 7-10-2024 meeting minutes as amended (Passed)
• Reached consensus for a proposed 82-unit subdivision to maintain two access points and connect Hetzel Way with Hillside Road

Village Board

The Board approved a preliminary resolution to levy special assessments for maintenance on three stormwater ponds in the Sherman Heights subdivision. Other key actions included a water utility rate increase and a land use change for multi-family housing.

• Approved preliminary resolution to levy special assessments for three Sherman Heights stormwater ponds (4-2)
• Approved reclassifying 3.881 acres (Tax Key #V5-060600V004) from Commercial to Multi-Family Residential Land Use
• Approved 4.1% water utility rate increase effective November 1, 2024
• Approved $10,000 payment to terminate the Lou’s Way extension project (Unanimous)
• Approved purchase of 2024 Wacker roller for $19,800
• Approved Resolution 08-01-2024 to release $144,276.24 warranty balance to Farmstead Creek Development, LLC
• Approved Resolution 08-02-2024 for TID #8 G.O. Bond proceeds totaling $467,596.65
• Passed Ordinance 08-01-2024 to allow hunting on specified Village-owned land

Village Board

The Village Board approved two major infrastructure expenditures for electrical cable and drainage improvements. The Board also authorized outside employment for a police lieutenant and discussed several 2024 budget funds.

• Approved purchase of 75,000 feet of underground cable from Border States for Slinger Circuit 2 (not to exceed $450,000)
• Awarded Slinger Speedway Drainage Improvements contract to Egbert Excavating for $243,000
• Approved outside employment for Lieutenant Joe Cashin contingent on it not interfering with his primary job

Village Board

The Board approved a $450,000 purchase of underground cable and awarded a $243,000 drainage contract to Egbert Excavating. The Board also approved outside employment for Police Lieutenant Joe Cashin. Several 2024 budget funds were discussed, including the Stormwater Utility fee increase.

• Approved purchase of 75,000 feet of underground cable from Border States for not to exceed $450,000 (Passed)
• Awarded Slinger Speedway Drainage Improvements contract to Egbert Excavating for $243,000 (Passed)
• Approved outside employment for Lieutenant Joe Cashin contingent on it not interfering with his primary job (Passed)

Village Board

The Village Board accepted a developer's agreement and financial guarantees for TID#8. The board also appointed a new Village Treasurer and approved a job description for the Utility Clerk position.

• Accepted Developer’s Agreement, Personal Guaranty, and Irrevocable Standby Letter of Credit for 3 Leaf Partners (TID#8)
• Approved appointment of Michelle Schoof as Village Treasurer and her outside employment
• Approved Utility Clerk job description and immediate posting of the job ad

Village Board

The Village Board approved a resolution to apply for a State Trust Fund Loan. The funds are intended for the purchase of land for a police facility and the EH Wolf Schleisingerville to Slinger Historical Museum.

• Adopted Resolution #12-01-2023 to authorize State Trust Fund Loan application (5-0-1)

Village Board

The Village Board approved the 2024-2026 Police Union Contract and accepted infrastructure improvements for Cedar Creek Estates Phase 2. The Board also authorized a $282,758.59 payment to Cedar Creek Estates – Village, LLC. Several 2024 budget objectives for utilities and capital projects were discussed.

• Approved Cedar Creek Estates Phase 2 improvements (Passed)
• Approved 2023-2024 Weapons Discharge Permit for Todd Leonard (Passed)
• Approved Fancier Permit for Jolyn Kuban (Passed)
• Approved Resolution #09-01-2023 for $282,758.59 payment to Cedar Creek Estates – Village, LLC (Passed)
• Approved Police Union Contract for 2024-2026 (7-0)
• Denied TID assistance for Tillie Lake Veterinary Clinic (6-1)
• Approved payment of $180,224.81, $84,466.06, $70,031.30, $80,041.25, and $542,822.06 via consent agenda (Passed)

Village Board

The Board discussed the 2024-2028 Capital Improvement Projects and identified the Lou’s Way extension as the top priority. Members agreed to a 5% increase for the 2023 levy. The Board also discussed borrowing up to $1 million from the State Trust Fund to fund various projects.

• Agreed to a 5% increase for the 2023 levy
• Identified Lou’s Way extension as the top priority capital project

Village Board

The Board approved a $119,896.27 paved walking path for Stonefield Terrace and authorized WisDOT improvements for STH 60 contingent on the addition of crosswalks. Additionally, the Board accepted a $9,500 donation from CN Railroad for a Flock camera and approved the purchase of a parcel on James St.

• Approved Stonefield Terrace walking path for $119,896.27 (TID #4)
• Approved STH 60 improvement plan subject to DOT adding crosswalks at each traffic light
• Directed staff to get cost estimates for 3 Sherman Heights stormwater ponds for July 2024 meeting
• Accepted $9,500 Flock camera donation from CN Railroad
• Approved purchase of parcel on James St. subject to attorney review
• Approved revised Police Chief job description
• Approved Resolution #06-01-2024 for TID #8 G.O. Bonds reduction ($1,350,081.41)
• Approved 2024-2025 liquor, cigarette, and amusement license renewals

Village Board

The Village Board approved a construction contract for Well 7 at Breuer Park and established a Planned Unit Development Overlay District for the Kettle Recreation Center. The Board also accepted infrastructure improvements for Seventh Hill Estates and approved several funding resolutions for TIDs and park costs.

• Awarded Well 7 construction contract to Mike Koenig Construction (not to exceed $2,400,000)
• Approved Ordinance 07-01-2024 creating Planned Unit Development Overlay District for Kettle Recreation Center (7-0)
• Approved 2023 audit
• Approved sanitary sewer and water main improvements for Seventh Hill Estates
• Approved Accessible Pedestrian Signals for intersections on STH 60
• Approved CSM for 5.1-acre parcel for Fireside Market development
• Approved writing off $5,725.50 utility bill for Union Cemetery
• Approved Resolution 07-02-2024 to accept Washington County Lead Service Removal Grant

Planning Commission

The Commission granted a Conditional Use Permit and approved a Certified Survey Map for the fireside MARKET development. It also approved PUD zoning for a bowling alley site at 1021 E. Commerce Blvd with specific landscaping and screening requirements.

• Approved Conditional Use Permit for fireside MARKET fuel station and restaurant (Passed)
• Approved Certified Survey Map for 5.1-acre fireside MARKET parcel (Passed)
• Approved PUD zoning for 1021 E. Commerce Blvd bowling alley site (Passed)
• Required screening for rooftop mechanicals at 1021 E. Commerce Blvd
• Required street trees along STH 60 and eastern lot line at 1021 E. Commerce Blvd
• Approved parking arrangement for fireside MARKET including fuel pump and EV spots
• Approved 6-12-2024 meeting minutes (Passed)

Planning Commission

The Commission decided to hold over a rezoning request for a bowling alley site to allow staff to meet with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation. The proposal involves changing the site to a B-2 Commercial District with a Planned Unit Development (PUD) Overlay.

• Approved minutes of 5-15-2024
• Tabled rezoning of 1021 E. Commerce Blvd to B-2 Commercial District with PUD Overlay

Planning Commission

The Commission approved a Conditional Use Permit for a Scooter's Coffee location. It recommended several rezonings to the Village Board, including a site for a future police department and a residential lot split. A request to rezone a bowling alley site was tabled for more information.

• Approved Conditional Use Permit for Scooter’s Coffee at 905 E. Commerce Blvd (Unanimous)
• Recommended rezoning 800 Enterprise Drive to I-1 Institutional for future Police Department (Unanimous)
• Recommended rezoning 0.5 acres at 231 E. Commerce Blvd from A-1 to R-2 Residential (Unanimous)
• Recommended approval of Certified Survey Map for 0.5-acre lot split at 231 E. Commerce Blvd (Unanimous)
• Recommended amendment to Village Code Section 550-8 regarding Zoning Administrator designation (Unanimous)
• Recommended approval of Cedar Creek Estates subdivision sign on Limestone Lane (Unanimous)
• Tabled rezoning of 1021 E. Commerce Blvd bowling alley site to PUD until June meeting (Unanimous)
• Approved minutes of 4-10-2024 (Passed)

Village Board

The Village Board approved the issuance of revenue bonds for the stormwater system and rezoned 800 Enterprise Drive to institutional use for a new police department. The Board also approved several land use changes and denied an alcohol operator's license application.

• Approved Resolution #05-06-2024 for Stormwater System Revenue Bonds not to exceed $2,050,000 (Unanimous)
• Approved Resolution #05-05-2024 rezoning 800 Enterprise Drive from Business Park to Institutional (Unanimous)
• Denied alcohol operator's license application for Jerud Sagorac (Unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance #05-01-2024 creating Election Ward #11 (Unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance #05-02-2024 rezoning a .5-acre parcel along Bonnie Lane (Unanimous)
• Approved Resolution #05-01-2024 declaring property blighted for USDA funding (Passed)
• Approved Resolution #05-02-2024 accepting Washington County Grant Program funds (Passed)
• Approved interim planning services with Foth (Unanimous)

Village Board

The Village Board approved a contract for sanitary sewer and water main work on STH 175 and authorized several liquor licenses. The Board also approved a storage unit for the police department and updated the Urban Area Boundary Map. A developer's payment for a walking path is being withheld until paving is completed.

• Awarded STH 175 sanitary sewer and water main relay contract to Advanced Construction, Inc. (not to exceed $1,209,000)
• Approved liquor license for Robert Sowinski (200 W Washington St) conditioned on corrected application and proof of ownership/lease by April 29, 2024
• Approved reserve liquor license for Jason Jug (1021 #1 E. Commerce Blvd) with payment deferred to April 30, 2024
• Approved liquor license for Mindy Emmer (1021 #2 E. Commerce Blvd)
• Approved Resolution 04-03-2024 regarding Hartford-Slinger Urban Area Boundary Map
• Approved purchase of police department storage unit (not to exceed $5,000)
• Approved Resolution 04-01-2024 for police facility reimbursement
• Approved Resolution 04-02-2024 for 3LP Slinger TID #8 bond proceeds payments

Planning Commission

The Commission recommended reclassifying a parcel at 800 Enterprise Drive to Institutional use for a future police department. It also approved site plans for a new sanitary sewer lift station and recommended approval of a revised urban area boundary map.

• Recommended to Village Board reclassifying 800 Enterprise Drive from Business Park to Institutional (Unanimous)
• Recommended to Village Board approval of adjusted Hartford-Slinger Urban Area Boundary Map (Unanimous)
• Approved site and architectural plans for Lift Station #4 at Outlot #1 in Merchant Village (Unanimous)
• Approved 1-10-2024 meeting minutes (Passed)

Village Board

The Village Board passed an ordinance prohibiting sexting and approved the purchase of lands for the Lou's Way extension project. The Board also authorized a $493,608.71 bond draw for contractors and approved a museum lease.

• Approved Ordinance 03-01-2024 prohibiting sexting (5-0)
• Approved purchase of lands for Lou's Way extension project
• Approved Resolution #03-01-2024 for G.O. bond draw of $493,608.71
• Approved lease for the Schleisingerville to Slinger Historical Museum
• Approved returning $200,000 electric deposit to developer for TID #8 improvements
• Directed staff to obtain estimates to special assess Sherman Heights homeowners for stormwater maintenance
• Directed Village Attorney to review proposed changes to Village Code Chapter 526 regarding stormwater management
• Approved Ordinance 03-02-2024 amending Village Code Section 14-9 regarding board and committee membership (5-0)

Village Board

The Village Board approved several park agreements, including naming rights for Breuer Park and a one-year concession lease with Veracruz LLC. The Board also accepted infrastructure for Seventh Hill Estates and updated the 2024 wage scale.

• Approved Breuer Park naming rights for baseball fields, playground, concession stand, walking trail, and batting cages
• Approved one-year Community Park Concession Stand lease with Veracruz LLC
• Accepted sanitary sewer and water mains for Seventh Hill Estates Development
• Denied bartender license for Tabatha Wurst
• Approved Slinger Speedway annual permit fee based on actual service costs, billed monthly
• Approved 2024 wage scale and 3% increase for crossing guards and custodians
• Approved Ordinance #01-01-2024 amending flag exemptions to include military branches
• Approved purchase of parcel along James Street and set Village Administrator's 2024 salary at $118,000

Village Board

The Village Board approved the installation of four Flock cameras and awarded a $486,823.87 contract for signals and expansion at the 3 Leaf/STH 60 intersection. The Board also updated its interfund borrowing rate policy and wrote off nearly $18,000 in delinquent charges for a redeveloped property.

• Approved installation of four Flock cameras ($14,100 setup; $12,000 annual support)
• Awarded 3 Leaf/STH 60 intersection contract to Buteyn-Peterson (not to exceed $560,000)
• Set interfund borrowing rate to the State Trust Fund loan rate as of June 30th annually
• Authorized write-off of $17,935.84 in unpaid special charges for Tax Key Parcel #V5-0081
• Declined participation in three WisDOT improvements for STH 175 reconstruction
• Approved Resolution #02-01-2024 for Cedar Creek Estates Cash Deposit Draw Request #14
• Approved Resolution #02-02-2024 opposing SB691 regarding 'urban towns'
• Approved January 15, 2024 minutes and various voucher reports

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission approved a consolidated Conditional Use Permit for the Slinger Speedway to update ownership and operator records. The commission also recommended a code amendment to allow military branch flags to be displayed without restrictions.

• Approved consolidated Conditional Use Permit for Slinger Speedway (unanimous)
• Approved language change for Speedway permit to 'terminate all business to the public no later than 1:00am' (unanimous)
• Recommended Village Board approval of ordinance amending Section 550-57A(7) regarding flag exemptions for military branches (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from 9-13-2023 (Passed)