Kewaskum public meetings in 2024

December 19 Joint Review Board

The Joint Review Board will meet to review its responsibilities and discuss a draft project plan for Tax Incremental District (TID) No. 6. The board will also set a future date to consider the approval of the district.

• Review and discussion of draft Tax Incremental District (TID) No. 6 Project Plan
• Review of Joint Review Board responsibilities

December 19 Plan Commission

The Plan Commission will hold a public hearing and consider recommendations on creating Tax Incremental District No. 6, including its boundaries and project plan. They will also discuss Ordinance 2024-05 for annexing territory and may vote on a resolution to adopt the TID plan. Approval of previous meeting minutes is also on the agenda.

• Public hearing on proposed creation, boundaries, and project plan for Tax Incremental District No. 6 (roll call vote required)
• Discussion and possible recommendation on Ordinance 2024-05 to annex territory
• Discussion and possible action on Resolution 2024-20 establishing boundaries and approving Project Plan for TID No. 6

Meeting

The Village of Kewaskum is holding a Joint Review Board meeting and a Plan Commission public hearing to discuss the creation of Tax Incremental District No. 6. The proposal includes a project plan and boundaries for a district designated for mixed use development.

• Proposal to create Tax Incremental District No. 6
• Discussion of proposed boundaries and Project Plan for the district
• Proposed use of funds for property acquisition, utility installation, and cash grants for developers

December 19 Village Board

The Village Board will discuss and possibly take action on several ordinances, including Ordinance 2024-06 regarding off-street parking lots and Ordinance 2024-05 for annexation of territory. Other items include a loan application for the Knights Ave Lift Station, the 2025 fee schedule, and a discussion on forming a Community Development Authority. The board will also convene in closed session to negotiate collective bargaining, TID #5, vehicle sale, and fire/EMS contracts.

• Ordinance 2024-06 Off Street Parking Lots
• Ordinance 2024-05 Annex Territory
• Supplemental Letter Agreement for Knights Ave Lift Station Clean Water Fund Loan Application
• 2025 Fee Schedule
• Closed session for collective bargaining, TID #5, vehicle sale, and fire/EMS contracts

December 16 Administrative Committee

The Administrative Committee will review November accounts payable and payroll, discuss employee handbook updates, and then enter closed session to deliberate on the Village Attorney position. Possible recommendations may follow.

• Discussion and possible recommendation on November Accounts Payable
• Discussion and possible recommendation on November Payroll
• Discussion and possible recommendation on Employee Handbook Updates
• Closed session to discuss Village Attorney (possible action after returning to open session)

Committee

The Village of Kewaskum Library Board will meet for fundraising purposes. The notice states that no action will be taken by the Board at this meeting.

• Fundraising meeting at Kewaskum Public Library (1225 Fond du Lac Ave.)

December 2 Plan Commission

The Village of Kewaskum Plan Commission will meet to discuss and potentially take action on a development project. The primary focus is the site plan and zoning permit for a townhome project.

• Discussion and possible action on Regal Place Townhomes site plan, architectural review, and zoning permit at 1675 Reigle Drive (Parcel ID: V4_028700D)

Meeting

The Plan Commission will hold a public hearing to receive comments on a proposed ordinance. The discussion focuses on the use of All-Terrain Vehicles and Utility Terrain Vehicles within the Village.

• Proposed Ordinance 2024-04 regarding All-Terrain Vehicles and Utility Terrain Vehicles

December 2 Village Board

The Village Board will hold a public hearing on Ordinance 2024-04 regarding all-terrain vehicle and utility terrain vehicle use, followed by a possible vote. The board also plans to discuss and possibly act on Resolution 2024-19 for the tax levy, a winter parking ordinance, fire station floodplain mapping, and scheduling items for December and 2025. Closed session is scheduled to discuss personnel and TID #5 developer agreement.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 2024-04 regulating ATVs and UTVs
• Discussion and possible action on Resolution 2024-19 Tax Levy
• Discussion and possible action on Winter Parking Ordinance
• Discussion and possible action on fire station floodplain mapping
• Closed session for personnel matters and TID #5 developer agreement

November 26 Plan Commission Cancelled

The November 26, 2024 Plan Commission meeting has been cancelled. No items were decided or discussed.

• Meeting cancelled

November 18 Administrative Committee

The Kewaskum Administrative Committee will discuss and possibly recommend approval of October accounts payable and payroll, and a new Civic Systems Citizen Portal for electronic payment processing. The meeting covers routine financial approvals and a potential new payment system for residents.

• Discussion and possible recommendation on October Accounts Payable
• Discussion and possible recommendation on October Payroll
• Discussion and possible recommendation on Civic Systems Citizen Portal for payment processing
• Approval of minutes from October 21, 2024 meeting

Meeting

The Village of Kewaskum will hold a public hearing on the proposed 2025 budget. The General Fund net revenues are budgeted at $3,054,160.90, a 1.16% increase from 2024. Notable changes include a 38.68% rise in licenses and permits, a large increase in Health & Human Services spending, and a cut in capital outlay. The village board is scheduled to adopt the budget following the hearing.

• Property tax levy proposed at $1,644,680.53, a 0.20% increase
• Health & Human Services spending jumps from $2,498 to $92,530 (3,604% increase)
• Capital Outlay reduced from $196,346 to $98,867 (49.65% decrease)
• Licenses & Permits revenue projected at $153,555, up from $110,730 (38.68% increase)
• Reserve cash applied increases from $22,667 to $78,865 to balance the budget

November 18 Village Board

The Kewaskum Village Board will hold a public hearing on the proposed 2025 village budget, followed by discussion and possible adoption. The board will also consider an EMS contract and level of service, and a resolution to adopt the Washington County Hazard Mitigation Plan update. Closed sessions are scheduled to discuss the Kewaskum Police Association collective bargaining agreement and a TID #6 developer agreement.

• Public hearing and possible action on the proposed 2025 Village Budget
• Discussion and possible action on EMS Contract & Level of Service, including a Letter of Support
• Discussion and possible action on Resolution 2024-18 to adopt the Washington County Hazard Mitigation Plan Update
• Closed session to discuss Kewaskum Police Association Collective Bargaining Agreement
• Closed session to discuss TID #6 Developer Agreement

The Kewaskum Village Board approved the 2025 budget, an EMS contract with the City of West Bend, a letter of support for EMS changes, and Resolution 2024-18 adopting the Washington County Hazard Mitigation Plan. The board also approved the Kewaskum Police Association Collective Bargaining Agreement after closed session. No action was taken on winter parking, which was discussed only.

• Approved 2025 Village Budget (voice vote)
• Approved EMS Contract & Level of Service agreement with City of West Bend (voice vote)
• Approved Letter of Support for change in EMS (voice vote)
• Approved Resolution 2024-18 to adopt Washington County Hazard Mitigation Plan Update (voice vote)
• Approved Kewaskum Police Association Collective Bargaining Agreement (voice vote)
• Approved October Accounts Payable (voice vote)
• Approved October Payroll (voice vote)
• Approved Civic Systems Customer Portal with Custom Forms (voice vote)

Monday November 11 Library Board

The Kewaskum Public Library Board will meet to approve minutes, review finances, and hear reports from the library, village board, school district, and library foundation. They will discuss the library's strategic plan and then adjourn to closed session to evaluate the director's performance, with possible action afterward.

• Approval of minutes from October 14, 2024
• Review of bills and budget
• Discussion of Library Strategic Plan (no action)
• Motion to adjourn to closed session for director performance evaluation (roll call required)
• Possible action on director's performance evaluation after open session

Committee

The Kewaskum Park & Recreation Committee will discuss potential dugout improvements at Kewaskum Kiwanis Community Park and consider a location for pickleball courts at River Hill Park. The committee may make recommendations or take action on these items. Approval of minutes from a previous meeting is also on the agenda.

• Discussion and possible recommendation on dugouts at Kewaskum Kiwanis Community Park
• Discussion and possible action on pickleball court location at River Hill Park
• Approval of minutes from September 18, 2024 meeting

November 4 Village Board

The Village Board will hear department and committee reports, then discuss the 2025 budget and a floodplain open house. Possible action includes approving dugouts at Kewaskum Kiwanis Community Park and scheduling a public hearing for an ATV/UTV ordinance.

• Discussion only on 2025 budget
• Discussion and possible action on dugouts at Kewaskum Kiwanis Community Park
• Discussion and possible action on ATV/UTV ordinance to be presented for public hearing
• Discussion only on floodplain open house

October 22 Plan Commission

The Plan Commission will hold public hearings and consider recommendations on two requests: rezoning 1511 Fond du Lac Ave from B-3 Central Business District to RS-2 Single-Family Residential, and combining two lots at 848 Drumlin Drive and 1427 Hidden Moraine Drive. They will also discuss paving driveways, and review site plans and permits for St. Lucas Evangelical Lutheran Church at 1410 Parkview Dr. and Wisconsin Real Estate Development Group at 1245 Fond du Lac Ave.

• Public hearing and possible recommendation on Robert Ogi's rezoning request for 1511 Fond du Lac Ave (parcel V4_003300Z)
• Public hearing and possible recommendation on Eric & Tammy Kral's lot combination at 848 Drumlin Drive and 1427 Hidden Moraine Drive (lots 20 and 21, 0.6723 acres total)
• Discussion and possible action on St. Lucas Evangelical Lutheran Church site plan, architectural review, and zoning permit at 1410 Parkview Dr.
• Discussion and possible action on Wisconsin Real Estate Development Group LLC site plan, architectural review, and zoning permit at 1245 Fond du Lac Ave.
• Discussion only on paving driveways

October 22 Joint Review Board

The Village of Kewaskum Joint Review Board will hold a special meeting on October 22, 2024, to consider Resolution 2024-17 approving the creation of Tax Incremental District No. 5. The board will also review planning documents and previous resolutions from the Plan Commission and Village Board, and approve the minutes from the September 17, 2024 meeting.

• Consideration of Resolution 2024-17 to create Tax Incremental District No. 5
• Review of public record and planning documents related to the TID
• Review of resolutions passed by the Plan Commission and Village Board
• Approval of minutes from September 17, 2024 Joint Review Board meeting

October 21 Administrative Committee

The Village of Kewaskum Administrative Committee will discuss and possibly recommend approval of the September accounts payable and payroll. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from the September 16, 2024 meeting. No other substantive items are on the agenda.

• Discussion and possible recommendation on September Accounts Payable
• Discussion and possible recommendation on September Payroll
• Approval of minutes from September 16, 2024 meeting

October 21 Village Board

The Village Board will hold a public hearing and consider a rezoning request for eight parcels in Kettle Kountry Estates from RS-1 to RD-1 to allow duplex residential housing. The board will also vote on several resolutions, including a library tax exemption, an interfund loan for a Jet Vac, and a Vibrant Spaces Grant. Closed sessions are scheduled to discuss the police collective bargaining agreement and three Tax Increment District (TID) developer agreements.

• Public hearing and possible action to rezone Lots 29, 33-37, 41-42 in Kettle Kountry Estates (RS-1 to RD-1) for duplex housing
• Discussion and possible action on Resolution 2024-14 Library Tax Exemption
• Discussion and possible action on Resolution 2024-15 Interfund Loan – Jet Vac
• Discussion and possible action on Resolution 2024-16 Vibrant Spaces Grant
• Closed sessions for police collective bargaining agreement and TID #3, #5, and #6 developer agreements

The Kewaskum Village Board approved a rezone of eight parcels in Kettle Kountry Estates from RS-1 to RD-1 to allow duplex residential housing, with one board member voting against. The board also approved several resolutions, including a library tax exemption, an interfund loan for a Jet Vac, and a Vibrant Spaces Grant, and approved a police collective bargaining agreement and developer agreements for TIDs #3 and #5.

• Approved rezone of Kettle Kountry Estates Lots 29, 33-37, 41, 42 from RS-1 to RD-1 for duplex housing (voice vote, Knoebel against)
• Approved September Accounts Payable (voice vote)
• Approved September Payroll (voice vote)
• Approved Resolution 2024-14 Library Tax Exemption (voice vote)
• Approved Resolution 2024-15 Interfund Loan – Jet Vac (voice vote)
• Approved Resolution 2024-16 Vibrant Spaces Grant (voice vote)
• Approved Kewaskum Police Association Collective Bargaining Agreement (voice vote)
• Approved amended TID #3 Developer Agreement (voice vote, Weninger abstaining)

October 7 Village Board

The Village Board will discuss several rezoning requests and updates to municipal codes, including floodplain zoning and ATV/UTV use. The board will also review the 2025 preliminary budget and a proposal to create Tax Incremental District No. 5.

• Rezoning 1675 Reigle Drive from M-1 to RM-1 for multifamily residential housing
• Rezoning multiple parcels in Kettle Kountry Estates from RS-1 to RD-1 for duplex housing
• Public hearing on the repeal and recreation of Chapter 40, Floods, Section 30
• Resolution 2024-13 regarding Sewer Rates
• Resolution 2024-11 to create Tax Incremental District No. 5

October 3 Police Fire Commission

The Police and Fire Commission will hold a closed session to interview prospective police officers, then reconvene in open session to discuss and possibly recommend a candidate for the police officer position.

• Closed session under Wis. Stat. 19.85(1)(c) for employment interviews of police officer applicants
• Possible recommendation for the police officer position in open session

September 24 Plan Commission

The Village of Kewaskum Plan Commission will hold a public hearing and consider recommendations on two rezoning requests: one to change a parcel at 1675 Reigle Drive from M-1 to RM-1 for multifamily housing, and another to rezone eight parcels in Kettle Kountry Estates from RS-1 to RD-1 for duplex housing. Commissioners will also discuss and possibly recommend an amendment to Chapter 40, Section 30 of the Municipal Code.

• Public hearing and possible recommendation to rezone 1675 Reigle Drive (Parcel V4_028700D) from M-1 to RM-1 for multifamily housing
• Public hearing and possible recommendation to rezone eight lots in Kettle Kountry Estates (Parcels V4_0533029, V4_0533033, V4_0533034, V4_0533035, V4_0533036, V4_0533037, V4_0533041, V4_0533042) from RS-1 to RD-1 for duplex housing
• Discussion and possible recommendation to amend Chapter 40 Section 30 of the Municipal Code
• Approval of minutes from August 27 and September 17, 2024 meetings

Meeting

The Village of Kewaskum Plan Commission is holding a public hearing to discuss a rezoning request. The proposal seeks to change specific parcels from RS-1 to RD-1 zoning to allow for duplex residential housing.

• Rezoning request by Gary Gavin/Double G LLC for parcels in Kettle Kountry Estates (Lots 29, 33, 34, 35, 36, 37, 41, and 42) from RS-1 to RD-1

Committee

The Protection & Public Safety Committee will consider approving minutes from October 2023 and discuss proposed budgets for the Police Department and Fire/EMS Department for 2025. No specific dollar amounts are listed in the agenda. Any recommendations from the committee will go to the Village Board.

• Approval of October 10, 2023 meeting minutes
• Discussion and possible recommendation on 2025 Police Department Budget
• Discussion and possible recommendation on 2025 Fire/EMS Department Budget

September 17 Joint Review Board

The Joint Review Board will hold a special meeting to elect a chairperson and review responsibilities. The primary agenda item is to review and discuss the draft Tax Incremental District No. 5 Project Plan. The board will also set a date for final approval of the TID. Minutes from June 17, 2024 will be approved.

• Election of chairperson
• Approval of minutes from June 17, 2024
• Review of Joint Review Board responsibilities
• Review and discuss draft Tax Incremental District No. 5 Project Plan
• Set next meeting date for final approval of TID No. 5

September 17 Plan Commission

The Plan Commission will hold a public hearing on the proposed creation of Tax Incremental District No. 5, including its boundaries and project plan. Following the hearing, the Commission will discuss and possibly adopt Resolution 2024-10 to formally establish the district and approve its plan.

• Public hearing on proposed Tax Incremental District No. 5 boundaries and project plan
• Discussion and possible action on Resolution 2024-10 establishing TID No. 5

Meeting

The Joint Review Board and Plan Commission will hold a public hearing to consider creating Tax Incremental District No. 5 on a 5.72-acre blighted parcel at 1675 Reigle Drive. The district would fund redevelopment projects including property acquisition, utility upgrades, and development incentives. Public comment will be accepted on the proposed boundary and project plan.

• Proposed Tax Incremental District No. 5 on former Regal Ware Headquarters site at 1675 Reigle Drive
• Parcel size: approximately 5.72 acres at southwest corner of Wildlife Drive and Reigle Drive
• Village expects to designate the district as a blighted area
• Project costs may include acquisition, site preparation, utility and street rehabilitation, and cash grants
• Public comment period offered at the September 17 hearing

September 16 Administrative Committee

The Village of Kewaskum Administrative Committee will consider approving minutes from August, then discuss and possibly recommend on August accounts payable and payroll. New business includes a discussion on a Cloud Permit and the 2025 Administrative Budget, along with a possible recommendation on Treasurer Certification. These items are routine administrative decisions affecting village finances and operations.

• Discussion and possible recommendation on August accounts payable
• Discussion and possible recommendation on August payroll
• Discussion and possible recommendation on Cloud Permit
• Discussion and possible recommendation on 2025 Administrative Budget
• Discussion and possible recommendation on Treasurer Certification

Meeting

The Village Board will hold a public hearing on September 16, 2024, to consider a liquor license application from Crows Nest Bar & Grill LLC, doing business as Iron Haven at 215 Main Street. The applicant seeks a Combination Class B Fermented Malt Beverage and Class B Intoxicating Liquor License. Residents may speak for or against the license at the meeting.

• Public hearing for a Combination Class B Fermented Malt Beverage and Class B Intoxicating Liquor License applied by Crows Nest Bar & Grill LLC dba Iron Haven, 215 Main Street, agent Collin Nelson

September 16 Village Board

The Village Board will hold a public hearing and consider a liquor license application for Crow’s Nest Bar & Grill LLC dba Iron Haven. The board will also discuss ATV/UTV forum feedback and a cellphone policy. Closed sessions are scheduled to discuss EMS shared services and police collective bargaining.

• Public hearing and possible action on Class B liquor and fermented malt beverage licenses for Iron Haven at 215 Main Street
• Possible action on ATV/UTV Public Forum feedback
• Possible action on Cellphone Policy
• Discussion on Absentee Voting for the 2024 General Election
• Closed session regarding EMS Shared Services and Kewaskum Police Association Collective Bargaining

The Kewaskum Village Board approved a Combination Class 'B' liquor license for Crow's Nest Bar & Grill LLC dba Iron Haven at 215 Main Street, and tabled discussion on an ATV/UTV ordinance to October 7, 2024. The board also approved August accounts payable, payroll, a cloud permit software purchase, and a cellphone policy. No action was taken on absentee voting for the 2024 General Election.

• Approved August Accounts Payable (voice vote)
• Approved August Payroll (voice vote)
• Approved Cloud Permit software with planning component (voice vote)
• Tabled ATV/UTV ordinance discussion to October 7, 2024 (voice vote)
• Approved Cellphone Policy (voice vote)
• Approved Combination Class 'B' liquor license for Iron Haven, 215 Main Street (voice vote)
• No action taken on Absentee Voting for 2024 General Election

Monday September 9 Library Board

The Kewaskum Public Library Board will consider approving the 2025 budget and updates to the animal policy and library director evaluation form. Reports on circulation, the Monarch system, and director's activities are also scheduled. The meeting includes a public input period with no action taken.

• 2025 budget discussion and possible action
• Animal policy review and possible action
• Library director evaluation form updates and possible action
• Trustee training discussion only
• Financial reports including bill and budget review

August 28 Village Board

The Village Board will discuss and possibly approve a donation to the Chamber of Commerce. They will then convene into closed session under state law to negotiate the TID #6 Developer's Agreement. After returning to open session, the board may take action on matters discussed in closed session.

• Discussion and possible action on Chamber of Commerce donation
• Motion to convene into closed session under Wis. Stats. 19.85(1)(e) for TID #6 Developer's Agreement
• Possible action from closed session upon returning to open session

The Kewaskum Village Board met in special session and approved the TID #6 Developer Agreement as presented with marked changes. The board also accepted a donation from the Chamber of Commerce. The meeting included a closed session to discuss the agreement before reconvening in open session to vote.

• Accepted donation from Chamber of Commerce (voice vote)
• Approved TID #6 Developer Agreement as presented with changes (voice vote)

August 27 Plan Commission

The Kewaskum Plan Commission will discuss and possibly vote on three site plan, architectural review, and zoning permit applications. No public hearings or old business are scheduled. The items include St. Lucas Evangelical Lutheran Church (1410 Parkview Dr.), a driveway amendment for Kravin LLC (637 Trading Post Lane), and a development by Wisconsin Real Estate Development Group LLC (1245 Fond du Lac Ave).

• St. Lucas Evangelical Lutheran Church site plan, architectural review, and zoning permit (Parcel V4_030800A; 1410 Parkview Dr.)
• Kravin LLC site plan amendment for driveway access (Parcel V4_032200V; 637 Trading Post Lane)
• Wisconsin Real Estate Development Group LLC site plan, architectural review, and zoning permit (Parcel V4_0130; 1245 Fond du Lac Ave)

Thursday August 22 Economic Development Advisory Committee

The Economic Development Advisory Committee will discuss and possibly recommend zoning changes for the downtown area. They will also review the Downtown Revitalization Plan for discussion only. No financial decisions or contracts are on the agenda.

• Discussion and possible recommendation on Downtown Zoning
• Review of Downtown Revitalization Plan (discussion only)
• Approval of minutes from December 12, 2023 meeting

August 19 Administrative Committee

The Village of Kewaskum Administrative Committee will meet to discuss and potentially recommend approval for July accounts payable and payroll. The committee will also consider approving the minutes from the July 15, 2024 meeting.

• July Accounts Payable
• July Payroll
• Approval of July 15, 2024 meeting minutes

August 19 Village Board

The Village Board will review department and committee reports, then consider several new business items including an Attorney Request for Proposals, a lift station VFD upgrade, an aeration diffuser upgrade, and a fee schedule change for lab water testing. The board will also enter closed session to discuss a developer’s agreement, EMS shared services, police collective bargaining, and personnel matters.

• Discussion and possible action on Attorney Request for Proposals
• Discussion and possible action on Hwy 45/Bonnie Bell Lift Station VFD upgrade
• Discussion and possible action on Aeration Diffuser upgrade
• Discussion and possible action on 2024 Fee Schedule – Lab Water Testing
• Closed session to discuss Potential Development B Developer’s Agreement and Police Association Collective Bargaining

The Village Board approved several administrative and utility items, including a $30 lab water testing fee effective October 1, 2024, a Request for Proposal for general attorney services, and upgrades to the Hwy 45/Bonnie Bell Lift Station VFD and aeration diffuser, both funded through the Utility Reserve account. The board also changed the September 9 meeting time to 6:30 p.m. and approved July accounts payable and payroll. A closed session was held to discuss development, EMS, police bargaining, and personnel.

• Approved July Accounts Payable (voice vote)
• Approved July Payroll (voice vote)
• Approved Unlimited Play Memo of Understanding (voice vote)
• Changed September 9 meeting time to 6:30 p.m. (voice vote)
• Approved Request for Proposal for General Attorney services (voice vote)
• Approved Hwy 45/Bonnie Bell Lift Station VFD upgrade, funded via Utility Reserve (voice vote)
• Approved Aeration Diffuser upgrade, funded via Utility Reserve (voice vote)
• Updated 2024 Fee Schedule: Lab Water Testing to $30 effective Oct 1, 2024 (voice vote)

Monday August 12 Library Board

The Kewaskum Public Library Board will meet to approve minutes from July, receive public input, and review financials including bills and the budget. Reports will be given on library circulation, the Monarch system, the director, village board, school district, and the library foundation. New business includes a demonstration of Newspapers.com and discussion of Trustee Training Week, while old business includes possible action on the 2025 budget.

• Approval of minutes from July 8, 2024
• Public input period with three-minute limit per person
• Review of bills and budget
• New business: Newspapers.com demonstration (no action)
• Old business: possible action on 2025 budget

August 8 Park Recreation Committee

The Park & Recreation Committee will meet to discuss several infrastructure and facility recommendations. The body will review capital improvement plans for parks and parking lot paving.

• Kewaskum Friend of Parks Capital Improvement Plans
• Unlimited Play Memo of Understanding
• Kewaskum Athletic Association fence request
• Water bottle filling stations at Kiwanis Park
• Capital Improvement Plans for paving parking lots

August 5 Village Board

The Village Board will review a conceptual site plan for Kettle Kountry Estates and consider actions on several service contracts. The meeting includes a closed session to discuss police collective bargaining and potential developments.

• Conceptual site plan review for Kettle Kountry Estates
• Possible action on Assessment Services Contract
• Possible action on Cleaning Request for Proposal
• Possible action on Paddlebreak rentals
• Closed session regarding Kewaskum Police Association Collective Bargaining

August 1 Police Fire Commission

The Police and Fire Commission will hold a closed session to interview prospective police officers, followed by an open session to discuss and possibly recommend a candidate for the position. The meeting is scheduled for August 1, 2024.

• Closed session to interview candidates for a police officer position
• Possible recommendation for hiring in open session

Committee

The Public Works & Public Services Committee will meet to approve minutes from March 4, 2024, and discuss water chlorination, which may lead to a vote or other action. No other substantive items are on the agenda.

• Approval of March 4, 2024 meeting minutes
• Discussion and possible action on water chlorination

July 31 Village Board

The Kewaskum Village Board will hold a special meeting to discuss and potentially take action on a bid for the TID #4 Utility Extension.

• Discussion and possible action on TID #4 Utility Extension Bid

The Kewaskum Village Board met in special session and awarded the TID #4 Utility Extension project (without the alternative loop) to Advance Construction Inc., with an option to add the alternative loop later. The board also elected Knoebel as Chairperson Pro-tem. The meeting adjourned after these actions.

• Awarded TID #4 Utility Extension project (without alternative loop) to Advance Construction Inc. (voice vote, carried)
• Elected Knoebel as Chairperson Pro-tem (voice vote, carried)

July 23 Plan Commission

The Plan Commission will consider a site plan amendment for Kravin LLC related to driveway access at 637 Trading Post Lane. The meeting includes approval of prior minutes and adjournment; no public hearings or old business are scheduled.

• Discussion and possible action on Kravin LLC site plan amendment for driveway access (Parcel ID: V4_032200V, Address: 637 Trading Post Lane)

Committee

The Village of Kewaskum Administrative Committee will meet to approve minutes from June and discuss new business. Items include possible recommendations on June accounts payable and payroll. This is a routine meeting focused on financial approvals.

• Approval of minutes from June 17, 2024 meeting
• Discussion and possible recommendation on June Accounts Payable
• Discussion and possible recommendation on June Payroll

July 15 Village Board

The Village Board will consider the 2025 budget introduction and timeline, operator license applications, and several fire department items including commercial fire inspection permits and bunker gear. A closed session is scheduled to discuss potential development, collective bargaining, and shared services. Reports from department heads and committees will also be presented.

• Discussion and possible action on 2025 Budget Introduction & Timeline
• Discussion and possible action on Operator License Application
• Discussion and possible action on Commercial Fire Inspection Permits
• Discussion and possible action on Fire Bunker Gear
• Closed session under Wis. Stat. §19.85(1)(e) for Potential Development A, Collective Bargaining, and Shared Services

July 08 Library Board

The Kewaskum Public Library Board will consider a possible action regarding the Heart & Homestead Partnership MOA. The meeting also includes discussions about the 2025 budget and building updates. Additionally, the board will review library bills and receive various reports.

• Possible action on Heart & Homestead Partnership MOA
• Discussion of the 2025 Budget
• Building updates discussion
• Review of library bills and budget

July 2 Police Fire Commission

The commission will conduct interviews for prospective police officers during a closed session. Following these interviews, the body may discuss and recommend candidates in an open session. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from April 30 and May 14, 2024.

• Interviews for prospective police officers
• Possible recommendation for the police officer position
• Approval of April 30 and May 14, 2024 minutes

July 1 Village Board

The Kewaskum Village Board will review reports from department heads and various committees. The board also plans to enter a closed session to discuss the Police Union Contract. There are no public hearings or new business items scheduled for this meeting.

• Approval of June 17, 2024, meeting minutes
• Closed session discussion regarding the Police Union Contract

June 17 Joint Review Board

The Kewaskum Village Board will meet to discuss potential developments in closed sessions and hold a public hearing on alcohol beverage license applications. The agenda also includes a presentation of the 2023 audit and discussions regarding ATV/UTV use for DPW demonstrations.

• Closed session negotiations regarding Potential Development A and Potential Development B
• Public hearing for Class “A” and “B” alcohol beverage license applications
• Presentation of the 2023 Audit by Wendi Unger/Baker Tilly
• Discussion on ATV/UTV use for DPW demo and public forum process
• Review of Ordinance 2024-02 regarding Uniform Dwelling Code

June 17 Administrative Committee

The committee will review May accounts payable, payroll, and impact fees for possible recommendation. Members will also hold a discussion regarding the Capital Improvement Plan.

• Review of May Accounts Payable
• Review of May Payroll
• Discussion on Impact Fees
• Discussion of Capital Improvement Plan
• Approval of May 20, 2024 meeting minutes

Meeting

The Kewaskum Village Board will meet to consider several liquor license applications. The meeting includes a public hearing for anyone wishing to speak for or against the granting of these licenses.

• Class “A” Retail Fermented Malt Beverage License application for Kohn’s Filling Station
• Combination Class “B” and “Class B” license applications including K-Town Tap and RT Fifth Quarter
• Combination Class “A” and “Class A” license applications including Laatsch’s Piggly Wiggly and Kewaskum Citgo

June 17 Village Board

The board will meet to negotiate potential developments and a lawyer contract in closed session. A public hearing is scheduled for Class A and B alcohol beverage license applications. The agenda also includes a presentation on the 2023 audit and discussions regarding ATV/UTV use for DPW demonstrations.

• Public hearing on Class A and B alcohol beverage license applications
• Presentation of the 2023 Audit by Wendi Unger/Baker Tilly
• Discussion on ATV/UTV use for DPW demonstrations
• Review of Ordinance 2024-02 (Uniform Dwelling Code)
• Closed session negotiations for Potential Development A and B

June 10 Library Board

The Kewaskum Public Library Board will review financial bills and the budget. The meeting includes reports on circulation, the Monarch System, and building updates. The board may also take action regarding an MOU with the Kewaskum Historical Society.

• Possible action on MOU with Kewaskum Historical Society
• Review of library bills and budget
• Reports on circulation and Monarch System
• Building updates

June 3 Village Board

The meeting includes reports from department heads and various committees. No public hearings, citizen appearances, or sealed bids are scheduled for this session. The board will also convene in a closed session to discuss potential development.

• Closed session discussion regarding potential development
• Reports from department heads
• Committee reports

May 30 Board of Zoning Appeals

The Village of Kewaskum Board of Zoning Appeals will hold public hearings and discuss possible action on two setback variance requests. These include requests for properties at 725 Glacial Lane and 204 First Street.

• Setback variance request for 725 Glacial Lane by Samuel Lemler
• Setback variance request for 204 First Street by the Village of Kewaskum
• Approval of September 19, 2023 meeting minutes

Meeting

The Kewaskum Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing regarding a requested setback variance. The request involves Municipal Code Section 95-45 for the property located at 204 First Street.

• Public hearing for a setback variance at 204 First Street (Parcel ID: V4_0353)

May 29 Village Board

The Village Board will discuss two resolutions regarding the issuance and sale of revenue bonds for the village's waterworks and sewerage systems. These items involve Series 2024B and Series 2024C bond issuances.

• Resolution 2024-07: Up to $2,570,728 for Waterworks System and Sewerage System Revenue Bonds (Series 2024B)
• Resolution 2024-08: Up to $1,220,228 for Waterworks System and Sewerage System Revenue Bonds (Series 2024C)

May 20 Administrative Committee

The Kewaskum Administrative Committee will review routine administrative items at its May 20 meeting. The agenda lists approval of April minutes and a discussion on April accounts payable and payroll. This notice contains only procedural boilerplate with no specific dollar amounts, policy changes, or public hearings listed.

• Approval of April 16, 2024 meeting minutes
• Discussion and possible recommendation on April Accounts Payable
• Discussion and possible recommendation on April Payroll

May 20 Village Board

The Kewaskum Village Board will consider several new items, including an EMS and fire grant resolution and a kayaking agreement. The meeting also includes the ceremonial swearing in of two police officers. Committee reports and department updates will be presented.

• Resolution 2024-06 regarding an EMS & Fire Grant
• Discussion of the Edgewood Petition
• Review of the 2023 CCR Report
• Ceremonial swearing in of Police Officer Wheeler and Lieutenant Frank
• Discussion of a Kayaking Agreement

Committee

The Village of Kewaskum Board of Review is scheduled to meet on May 8, 2024, to verify the property assessment roll and correct any errors. The agenda includes procedural steps to select a chairperson and verify training requirements. The board will allow taxpayers to examine data, hear written objections with sworn testimony, and vote on determinations.

• Examine the assessment roll and correct errors and omissions
• Hear written objections from taxpayers and the assessor
• Deliberate and take action on objections heard via roll call vote
• Verify open book changes have been included in the assessment roll

May 6 Park Recreation Committee

The Village of Kewaskum Park & Recreation Committee meets at the Fire Station on May 6, 2024. Members will vote on approving minutes from an October meeting and discuss a youth Eagle Scout project for a possible recommendation. These items cover standard park oversight and potential community service projects that may affect local recreational spaces.

• Approval of minutes from the October 9, 2023 committee meeting
• Discussion and possible recommendation on an Eagle Scout project
• Meeting location: Fire Station, 1106 Fond du Lac Ave

April 30 Police Fire Commission

The Kewaskum Police and Fire Commission will meet to approve prior meeting minutes, receive annual reports from the fire and police departments, and conduct interviews for a lieutenant position in closed session. The meeting is scheduled for April 30, 2024, at the Kewaskum Fire Station.

• Approval of minutes from October 5, 2023 and November 28, 2023
• Annual report of the Kewaskum Fire Department
• Annual report of the Kewaskum Police Department
• Closed session for interviews of prospective lieutenants
• Discussion and possible recommendation for the lieutenant position

Committee

The Village of Kewaskum Administrative Committee will meet to handle routine administrative and financial approvals. Members are scheduled to discuss recommendations for March accounts payable, March payroll, and salary administration policies. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from the March 4 meeting. This is a procedural meeting with no public hearings or major policy votes listed.

• Approval of minutes from the March 4, 2024 meeting
• Discussion and possible recommendation on March Accounts Payable
• Discussion and possible recommendation on March Payroll
• Discussion and possible recommendation on Salary Administration and Position Management

April 8 Library Board

The Kewaskum Public Library Board will review bills and the operating budget, receive updates from library staff and partner organizations, and consider a possible change to its future meeting location. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from the March 11 meeting.

• Bill Review
• Budget Review
• Future Meeting Location (possible action)
• Approval of March 11, 2024 meeting minutes
• Reports on circulation, Monarch System, and director updates

April 1 Village Board

The Kewaskum Village Board will discuss several resolutions requiring possible action at this meeting. The primary financial item involves borrowing $9,500,000 through promissory notes to fund the Village Hall and Police Department Project. Other agenda items include two lead service lateral grant programs, street lighting on Fond du Lac Avenue, and a planning services agreement. These discussions address infrastructure upgrades and public safety facilities that affect local utilities and community services.

• Resolution 2024-03: Possible authorization of $9,500,000 in notes for the Village Hall/Police Department Project
• Resolution 2024-04 & 2024-05: Lead Lateral Grant 1 and 2 Programs
• Fond du Lac Avenue Street Lights project discussion
• Advanced Professional Planning Services Agreement
• Closed session to deliberate on potential development and public property purchasing

March 18 Village Board

The Kewaskum Village Board will review reports from various department heads and committees. The board may also take action regarding a Library Memorandum of Understanding and committee appointments.

• Discussion and possible action on Library MOU
• Discussion and possible action on committee appointments
• Review of February 2024 cash on hand and investments

March 18 Plan Commission

The Plan Commission will discuss the site plan, architectural review, and zoning permit for Kewaskum Family Dentistry on Fond du Lac Avenue. The meeting also includes a possible action to approve minutes from the February 27, 2024 meeting.

• Kewaskum Family Dentistry site plan, architectural review, and zoning permit (Fond du Lac Avenue)
• Approval of minutes from the February 27, 2024 meeting

March 11 Library Board

The board will review financial bills and the budget. Possible actions include decisions on a village MOU, future meeting locations, and library closure dates for a move.

• Building Project (possible action)
• Village MOU (possible action)
• Future Meeting Location (possible action)
• Library closed dates for move (possible action)
• Budget Review

March 4 Village Board

The Kewaskum Village Board will consider rezoning requests for 218 First Street and 1225 Fond du Lac Avenue. The meeting includes discussions on a Jet/Vac Truck purchase and development fees. Committee reports will also cover February payroll and accounts payable.

• Rezoning 218 First Street from RS-2 to I-1 District
• Rezoning 1225 Fond du Lac Avenue from B-3 to I-1 District
• Potential purchase of a Jet/Vac Truck
• Discussion on development fees
• Review of February accounts payable and payroll

March 4 Joint Administrative Committee Public Works Public Services

The committees will discuss a potential Jet/Vac purchase and the use of recycling funds for the Water Utility. The agenda also includes reviews of February payroll, accounts payable, and previous meeting minutes.

• Potential Jet/Vac purchase
• Discussion of recycling funds for the Water Utility
• Review of February accounts payable and payroll
• Approval of February meeting minutes

Meeting

The Kewaskum Plan Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a land rezoning request. The Village of Kewaskum has requested to change the zoning of 218 First Street from RS-2 Single-Family Residential to I-1 Institutional District.

• Rezoning of 218 First Street from RS-2 to I-1 Institutional District (Parcel ID V4_0352)

February 27 Plan Commission

The Kewaskum Plan Commission will hold public hearings regarding rezoning two parcels for Village use. The commission will also consider site plans and zoning permits for a new Municipal Building and the Kewaskum School District. Additionally, members will discuss the Downtown Revitalization Plan.

• Public hearing to rezone 218 First Street to I-1 Institutional District
• Public hearing to rezone 1225 Fond du Lac Avenue to I-1 Institutional District
• Site plan and zoning review for new Municipal Building at 204/206/218 First Street
• Site plan and zoning review for Kewaskum School District at 1415 Bilgo Lane
• Discussion on the Downtown Revitalization Plan

Meeting

The Village Board of Kewaskum will hold a public hearing regarding proposed special assessments for street, water lateral, and sewer lateral improvements. The assessment district includes property adjacent to Fond du Lac Avenue between County Highway H (West) and State Highway 28 (West).

• Public hearing on special assessments for street, water lateral, and sewer lateral improvements
• Proposed assessment district along Fond du Lac Avenue from County Highway H (West) to State Highway 28 (West)

February 26 Village Board

The Village Board will hold a public hearing regarding special assessments for property benefits from Fond du Lac Avenue improvements. The board may also consider awarding bids for the reconstruction of water and sanitary sewer lines on Fond du Lac Avenue. Additionally, they may discuss a preliminary resolution to levy these assessments.

• Public hearing on special assessments for Fond du Lac Avenue improvements
• Bid award for Fond du Lac Avenue Water & Sanitary Sewer Reconstruction
• Resolution 2024-02: Preliminary Resolution Declaring Intent to Levy Special Assessments

Committee

The Public Works & Public Services Committee will review a presentation on fluoride and discuss the Utility Reserve Account. The committee may make recommendations regarding both items.

• Fluoride presentation for possible recommendation
• Discussion and possible recommendation on Utility Reserve Account
• Approval of November 6, 2023, meeting minutes

February 19 Village Board

The Kewaskum Village Board will review January accounts payable and payroll. The board will also consider updates to the meeting schedule and two separate Memorandums of Understanding.

• Discussion and possible action on January Accounts Payable
• Discussion and possible action on January Payroll
• Discussion and possible action on updated Village Board meeting schedule
• Discussion and possible action on Library Memo of Understanding
• Discussion and possible action on Friends of the Park Memo of Understanding

February 19 Administrative Committee

The committee will discuss recommendations for January accounts payable and payroll. Members will also hold a discussion regarding salary administration and position management.

• Recommendation on January Accounts Payable
• Recommendation on January Payroll
• Discussion on Salary Administration and Position Management

February 5 Village Board

The Village Board will conduct public hearings regarding alcohol beverage license applications for two establishments on Main Street. The board will also discuss a proposed amendment to the Sanitary Sewer Service Area and potential firewall replacement.

• Public hearing: Sanitary Sewer Service Area amendment
• Alcohol Beverage License Application: Crows Nest Bar & Grill LLC, 215 Main Street
• Alcohol Beverage License Application: Niko LLC dba Chatter’s Bar & Grill, 109 Main Street
• Discussion on firewall replacement
• Closed session discussion regarding Cleaning RFP and TID #3 Developers Agreement

Meeting

The Village of Kewaskum Village Board will hold a hearing to consider granting or denying two combination Class "B" licenses. The meeting includes opportunities for the public to speak for or against these applications.

• Liquor license application for NIKO LLC dba Chatters Bar & Grill, 10/9 Main Street
• Liquor license application for Crows Nest Bar & Grill LLC dba Crows Nest Bar & Grill, 215 Main Street

January 23 Plan Commission

The Village of Kewaskum Plan Commission will meet on January 23, 2024. The commission is scheduled to discuss and potentially make a recommendation regarding the Downtown Redevelopment Plan.

• Discussion and possible recommendation on Downtown Redevelopment Plan

January 15 Village Board

The Kewaskum Village Board will consider a financing plan for the Village Hall and Police Department. The board will also hold a public hearing and take action on a liquor license application for 109 Main Street.

• Public hearing for Hot Rods LLC dba Luckys alcohol license at 109 Main Street
• Discussion on Village Hall/Police Department financing plan
• Closed session discussion regarding 1225 Fond du Lac Avenue
• Closed session discussion regarding TID #3 Developers Agreement
• Review of December accounts payable and payroll

January 15 Administrative Committee

The committee will discuss recommendations for December accounts payable and payroll. Members will also hold a discussion regarding the review of wage policy.

• Recommendation on December Accounts Payable
• Recommendation on December Payroll
• Discussion on wage policy and review

January 8 Library Board

The Kewaskum Public Library Board will review the financial report, budget, and a potential contract with Excel Engineering. No decisions are expected from public input.

• Review of library financials
• Budget review
• Potential action on Excel Engineering Contract