Lake Geneva public meetings in 2021

Common Council

The Lake Geneva Common Council will consider several items, including a forensic audit of the Downtown Business Improvement District, resolutions for 2022 pay scales, and multiple conditional use permits and a certified survey map for new housing. The council will also vote on contracts for a website upgrade and City Hall air conditioning repairs.

• Downtown BID forensic audit proposals
• Resolution 21-R82/83: 2022 pay scales for part-time and full-time non-represented employees
• Change Order #3 for Library Restoration Project, not to exceed $4,700
• Purchase of chiller and pumps for City Hall AC from Mared Mechanical, not to exceed $74,639
• Contract with CivicPlus for website and agenda software, not to exceed $19,999

The Common Council approved several conditional use permits for lodging and business expansions, as well as a residential subdivision amendment. The board also established 2022 pay scales for non-represented employees and authorized a budget amendment for capital projects.

• Approved 2022 pay scales for full-time and part-time non-represented employees (7-0)
• Approved 2021 budget amendment for capital projects re-allocation (7-0)
• Approved $19,999 contract with CivicPlus for website and agenda software (7-0)
• Approved CSM for Basso Builders Inc. to create 3 single family parcels (7-0)
• Approved Conditional Use Permit for T. C. Productions LLC renovation at 100 N. Edwards Blvd (7-0)
• Approved GDP amendment for residential subdivision at Townline Rd and Edwards Blvd (7-0)
• Approved 2nd drive-thru lane for Culver's at 151 Well St (7-0)
• Approved indoor lodging permits for 415 Cass St and 504 Wells St (7-0)

Public Works Committee

The Lake Geneva Public Works Committee is meeting to discuss and make recommendations on several public works items, including a disc golf bridge replacement, ordinances and communication materials for DPW services, a request for proposals for city engineering services, and the 2022 Street Improvement Project. The committee will also receive reports on snow events and electric car charging stations. No official Council action will be taken at this meeting.

• Discussion/recommendation on Disc Golf Bridge replacement
• Discussion/recommendation on ordinances and communication materials regarding DPW services
• Discussion/recommendation on City Engineering Services RFP
• Discussion/recommendation on 2022 Street Improvement Project
• Parking Manager report on Electric Car Charging Stations

The Lake Geneva Public Works Committee met on December 28, 2021 with four of five members present. It directed staff to explore replacing both disc golf bridges #3 and #5 if possible and to supply cost information for both, and it directed staff to review ordinances to verify they match current brush and yard waste pickup practices. The committee also forwarded the 2022 street improvement list, including two alleys and sidewalk assessments, to the Finance, Licensing and Regulation Committee, and reaffirmed that the City Administrator will draft an RFQ for city engineering services. No action was taken on electric car charging stations or on the snow event and parking reports.

• Approved November 22, 2021 Public Works Committee minutes (4-0)
• Directed staff to explore replacing both disc golf bridges #3 and #5 if possible and supply cost information for both (3-1, Fesenmaier voting no)
• Directed staff to review all pertinent ordinances to verify they are followed by current practices (4-0)
• Reaffirmed that the City Administrator will draft an RFQ with recommendations from Alderperson Flower's memo, to be reviewed at the January 18, 2022 Finance, Licensing and Regulation Committee meeting and then referred to Council (4-0)
• Forwarded the current 2022 street list, to include two alleys, sidewalk assessments, the additional $20,000 for sidewalk repairs approved during the budget, and communication to residents, to the Finance, Licensing and Regulation Committee (4-0)
• Adjourned at 5:27 p.m. (4-0)

Common Council

The Lake Geneva Common Council is holding a special meeting to discuss and potentially act on Change Order #3 from Selzer-Ornst for the Library Restoration Project, with a cost not to exceed $4,700. The agenda includes public comments limited to agenda items and standard procedural items like roll call and pledge of allegiance.

• Discussion/Action on Change Order #3 by Selzer-Ornst for Library Restoration Project, amount not to exceed $4,700

The Common Council held a special meeting on December 21, 2021 and approved Change Order #3 from Selzer-Ornst for the Library Restoration Project, in an amount not to exceed $4,700.00. The vote was 6-0 on a roll call, with Alderpersons Dunn and Straube absent. An alderperson noted the wiring would include the door access and security system. The council then adjourned at 5:04 p.m.

• Approved Change Order #3 from Selzer-Ornst for the Library Restoration Project, not to exceed $4,700.00 (6-0 roll call)
• Adjourned the meeting (6-0)

Finance, Licensing, and Regulation Committee

The Finance, Licensing, and Regulation Committee will discuss and possibly recommend several resolutions and purchases, including 2022 pay scales for part-time and full-time non-represented employees, a budget amendment for 2021 capital projects, and write-off of delinquent taxes. They will also consider a change order for the Library Restoration Project, a chiller purchase for City Hall, and a contract for website and agenda management software. The meeting is open to the public in person and virtually.

• Resolution 21-R80: 2021 budget amendment re-allocating capital project funds
• Resolution 21-R81: Write off $254.57 in 2019 delinquent personal property taxes
• Resolutions 21-R82/21-R83: 2022 pay scales for part-time and full-time non-represented employees
• Change Order #3 for Library Restoration Project (Selzer-Ornst) up to $4,700
• Purchase of chiller and pumps for City Hall AC from Mared Mechanical up to $68,225; CivicPlus contract up to $19,999

The committee approved several expenditures, including $68,225 for City Hall air conditioning equipment and $19,999 for website and agenda software. It also authorized 2022 pay scales for non-represented employees and a budget amendment for capital projects. A resolution to write off delinquent taxes was tabled until January.

• Approved 2021 capital projects budget re-allocation (5-0)
• Tabled write-off of $254.57 in 2019 delinquent taxes (5-0)
• Approved 2022 pay scales for part-time non-represented employees (5-0)
• Approved 2022 pay scales for full-time non-represented employees (5-0)
• Approved $4,700 library restoration change order for wiring (5-0)
• Approved $68,225 for City Hall chiller and water pumps (5-0)
• Approved $19,999 CivicPlus contract for website and agenda software (5-0)
• Approved prepaid bills of $159,274.24 and regular bills of $122,570.11 (5-0)

Board of Park Commissioners

The Board of Park Commissioners will discuss several items including trail development, playground audits, and park equipment. The meeting includes discussions regarding the YMCA contract and Veterans Park investment grants. A Park and Open Space Plan work session is scheduled to follow the main meeting.

• Veterans Park / Neighborhood Investment Grant discussion
• Mountain Bike Trail Development discussion
• Disc Golf Course Bridge discussion/recommendation
• YMCA Contract discussion/recommendation
• Playground Equipment Audit discussion/recommendation

The Board of Park Commissioners approved a motion to move forward with Dave Volk Sign Company signs, starting on the disc golf course, carried 3-2. The board also approved the Oct 19, 2021 minutes unanimously and adjourned unanimously. Most other items were discussion only: a proposed Treadhead Cycling Club mountain bike trail ($300,000-$400,000), a White River disc golf bridge, the YMCA contract, lakefront benches, and a Mary Koutsky preserve map drew no motions, with recommendations to research land-use restrictions, funding, and contract details. The Five Year Plan discussion was moved to a separate work session on February 22 at 6:30pm.

• Approved Oct 19, 2021 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved sending Dave Volk Sign Company signage plan to FLR, starting with disc golf course (3-2)
• Adjourned at 7:30 (unanimous)
• No motion on Treadhead Cycling Club mountain bike trail proposal; recommendation to review land-use restrictions
• No motion on White River disc golf bridge; Public Works still researching bridge 3 or 5
• No motion on YMCA contract; recommendation to obtain contract for board review
• No motion on more park benches; recommendation to map existing benches and research funding
• No motion on Mary Koutsky Four Seasons Nature Preserve map; renaming not yet before Council

Avian Committee

The Avian Committee will review a Bird City application and provide a budget recap. Members will also discuss strategic planning, grant opportunities, and upcoming events like World Migratory Bird Day.

• Bird City Application
• Budget Recap
• January Strategic Planning Meeting regarding activities and grants
• World Migratory Bird Day discussion
• Christmas Bird Count update

The committee unanimously approved a draft World Migratory Bird Day resolution for City Council consideration. Members also scheduled a strategic planning meeting for January 6 and acknowledged a $340 donation from Simple Bakery for future events.

• Approved October 2021 meeting minutes
• Approved draft World Migratory Bird Day resolution (unanimous)
• Scheduled special strategic planning meeting for January 6
• Adjourned meeting at 6:48 p.m.

Common Council

The Lake Geneva Common Council will discuss several municipal contracts, including city planning and IT services. The meeting includes decisions on library renovation payments and a zoning request for a Kwik Trip development at 898 Wells St.

• Library Renovation Project: Change Order #2 up to $24,516.00 and Pay Request #2 up to $123,379.00
• DPW Main Shop Roof Project: Bids for 1055 Carey St ($49,800.00) and 1065 Carey St ($99,320.00)
• Kwik Trip Precise Implementation Plan for C-Store and carwash at 898 Wells St.
• 2021 Crack Sealing and Filling contract up to $35,000.00
• Mutual Police Enforcement Agreement between the City and Town of Geneva

The Lake Geneva Common Council approved a precise implementation plan for a Kwik Trip at 898 Wells St. with several amendments regarding sidewalks, fencing, and carwash noise limits. The Council also established elected official wages, awarded several project contracts, and agreed to seek RFPs for city planner and IT services.

• Approved minutes of the Regular Council meeting of November 22, 2021 (8-0)
• Approved consent agenda including event permits and a massage establishment renewal license (8-0)
• Approved a one-year Mutual Police Enforcement Agreement with the Town of Geneva (8-0)
• Approved obtaining RFPs for City Planner Services (8-0)
• Approved obtaining RFPs for IT Services (8-0)
• Referred Disc Golf Park bridge replacement options (#3 vs #5) to the Public Works Committee for cost estimates (8-0)
• Approved Change Order #2 for the Library Renovation Project to Selzer-Ornst in an amount not to exceed $24,516.00 (8-0)
• Approved Pay Request #2 for the Library Renovation Project to Selzer-Ornst in an amount not to exceed $123,379.00 (8-0)

Police and Fire Commission

The Lake Geneva Police and Fire Commission will discuss and potentially act on performance appraisals for the Police and Fire Chiefs, approve November 2021 bills for both departments, and consider donations and policy approvals. The agenda also includes a closed session to discuss the Town of Geneva Emergency Services Agreement and the Town of Linn Staffing Agreement.

• Police bills totaling $299,662.08 for November 2021
• Fire department bills totaling $101,588.26 for November 2021
• Donations for Shop with a Cop totaling $8,500.00
• Approval of Lexipol policies on Use of Force and Anti-Retaliation
• Closed session on Town of Geneva Emergency Services Agreement and Town of Linn Staffing Agreement

The Commission approved November operating and capital bills for both the Police and Fire Departments. It also authorized the hiring of a part-time officer and accepted several community donations. Two Lexipol policy revisions regarding Use of Force and Anti-Retaliation were adopted.

• Approved November Police Department bills totaling $299,662.08 (4-0)
• Approved November Fire Department bills totaling $101,588.26 (4-0)
• Approved hiring Part Time Officer Donald Tyler pending testing (4-0)
• Accepted $8,500 in donations for 'Shop with a Cop' (4-0)
• Approved $1,115.59 donation from Lake Geneva Jaycees for traffic cones (4-0)
• Approved Lexipol policies 300 (Use of Force) and 1008 (Anti-Retaliation) (4-0)
• Accepted two Fire Department donations of $500 each from Brick & Mortar and E. Street Denim (4-0)
• Approved November 4, 2021 meeting minutes (4-0)

Finance, Licensing, and Regulation Committee

The Finance, Licensing, and Regulation Committee will discuss and make recommendations on several contracts and payments, including change orders and pay requests for the Library Renovation Project, bids for DPW roof projects, a crack sealing contract, and a resolution setting elected officials' wages. They will also consider event permits and a massage establishment license renewal. The meeting is open to the public in person and virtually.

• Change Order #2 for Library Renovation Project, not to exceed $24,516.00
• Pay Request #2 for Library Renovation Project, not to exceed $123,379.00
• Award DPW Main Shop Roof Project at 1055 Carey St to Midwest Roofing & Construction LLC, not to exceed $49,800.00
• Award DPW Main Shop Roof Project at 1065 Carey St to Midwest Roofing & Construction LLC, not to exceed $99,320.00
• Resolution 21-R78 establishing wages for elected officials

The Finance, Licensing, and Regulation Committee approved several contracts for city infrastructure, including library renovations and roof repairs for the Department of Public Works. The committee also approved event permits for 2022 and passed a resolution setting wages for elected officials after rejecting an amendment to redirect alderperson pay to the sidewalk program.

• Approved $24,516 change order for library renovation (5-0)
• Approved $123,379 pay request for library renovation (5-0)
• Awarded $49,800 DPW roof contract to Midwest Roofing & Construction (5-0)
• Awarded $99,320 DPW roof contract to Midwest Roofing & Construction (5-0)
• Awarded $35,000 crack sealing contract to Fahrner Asphalt Sealers (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 21-R78 for elected official wages (4-1)
• Approved $69,516.52 in prepaid bills (5-0)
• Approved $218,929.97 in regular bills (5-0)

Committee of the Whole

The Lake Geneva Committee of the Whole is meeting to receive reports from standing committees, boards, and council representatives, and to hear a presentation on a Mobile Command Unit. No official Council action will be taken at this meeting.

• Presentation of Mobile Command Unit
• Reports from Finance, Personnel, Public Works, and Piers, Harbors & Lakefront committees
• Reports from Utility Commission, Tree Board, Police & Fire Commission, Plan Commission, and other boards
• Reports from representatives to VISIT Lake Geneva, Geneva Lake Museum, and other external organizations

The Committee of the Whole met Dec. 6, 2021 and approved its October 4, 2021 minutes 7-0. Members viewed a new Mobile Command unit presented by Chief Rasmussen and received committee and board reports on topics including the 2022 Streets Improvement Project, the Library construction project, utility matters, and tourism. No action was taken on any of the reported items, and the meeting adjourned 7-0 at 6:49 pm.

• Approved October 4, 2021 Committee of the Whole minutes (7-0)
• Adjourned the meeting (7-0)

Personnel Committee

The Lake Geneva Personnel Committee is meeting to discuss a proposed Riviera Janitor job description and consider scheduling a special meeting. The committee will also enter closed session to conduct annual evaluations for several city officials, including the City Administrator and Finance Director. No official Council action will be taken at this meeting.

• Discussion of proposed Riviera Janitor job description
• Potential scheduling of a Special Personnel Committee meeting
• Closed session for annual evaluations of City Administrator, Building & Zoning Administrator, City Clerk, Finance Director, Harbormaster, Parking Manager, and Public Works Director
• Approval of November 1, 2021 meeting minutes

The Lake Geneva Personnel Committee approved its Nov. 1, 2021 minutes and agreed by consensus to hold a special meeting on Dec. 8, 2021 at 8:30 a.m. to discuss employee handbook issues related to holiday pay, with some employees at risk of not receiving Thanksgiving holiday pay. The committee voted 5-0 to continue the proposed Riviera Janitor job description, with discussion of adding Department of Public Works duties such as cleaning piers and the Riviera plaza. It then met in closed session for annual evaluations of seven city officials and reconvened in open session, taking no further action before adjourning.

• Approved Nov. 1, 2021 Personnel Committee minutes (5-0)
• Consensus to hold Special Personnel Committee meeting Dec. 8, 2021 at 8:30 a.m. on holiday pay handbook issue (no action taken)
• Continued proposed Riviera Janitor job description (5-0)
• Convened into closed session for annual evaluations of City Administrator, Building & Zoning Administrator, City Clerk, Finance Director, Harbormaster, Parking Manager, and Public Works Director (5-0 roll call)
• Reconvened into open session (5-0 roll call)
• Adjourned (5-0)

Business Improvement District (BID)

The Lake Geneva Business Improvement District board will meet to review 2022 event and grant schedules. The board will also discuss a potential marketing budget increase and review proposals for a forensic audit.

• Review of 2022 event and grant schedule
• Discussion of marketing budget increase
• Review of proposals for a BID forensic audit
• Street cleanliness reports

The board approved financial reports and payments for Oktoberfest and holiday decorations. The board decided not to install the ice rink this year and discussed increasing a staff member's salary to include sidewalk hosing.

• Approved financial reports (All Approve)
• Approved Oktoberfest bills including Topsy Turvy, City of Lake Geneva, Dousman Transportation, Wendy, Craft Fair Labor, and Badger High School Band (All Approve, TR abstained)
• Approved holiday bills including WisconValley, City of Lake Geneva, Milliren Productions, House of Music, A+ Printing, Santa, Balloon Décor, and WLKG (All Approve)
• Decided against installing the ice rink this year
• Tabled selection of BID Forensic Audit proposals and funding

Public Works Committee

The committee will discuss various infrastructure updates, including street improvement projects for 2021 and 2022. Members will also review reports on parking revenue, shuttle usage, and potential electric charging stations. Several items regarding road maintenance and engineering services are scheduled for discussion and recommendation.

• 2021 and 2022 Street Improvement projects
• 2021 and 2022 Crack Filling projects
• Discussion of lot located at 1815 Conant St
• Highway 50 project and drainage areas
• Department of Public Works Roof Project bids

The Lake Geneva Public Works Committee approved a motion to pursue a multi-use path on Highway 50 between Curtis Street and Edwards Blvd (5-0) and voted to seek request for qualifications for Civil Engineering Services for a six-year contract with annual renewal consideration (5-0). The committee also accepted a bid from Fahrner Asphalt for the 2021 Crack Filling Project not to exceed $35,000 (5-0) and awarded Public Works Roofing Projects 2021-01 and 2021-02 to Midwest Roofing (5-0). Several items were discussed with no action taken, including the Bloomfield Rd signal, cemetery financial reports, parking revenue, electric charging stations, and the 1815 Conant St lot, which was determined to be under the purview of the Zoning Board of Appeals.

• Approved October 25, 2021 Public Works Committee meeting minutes (5-0)
• Referred disc golf Bridge #5 to Common Council with all pertinent packet materials (5-0)
• Approved pursuing a multi-use path on Highway 50 between Curtis Street and Edwards Blvd (5-0)
• Sent 2021 Street Improvements contract extension and retainage hold to Finance, Licensing, and Regulation Committee (5-0)
• Approved seeking request for qualifications for Civil Engineering Services for a six-year contract with annual renewal consideration (5-0)
• Accepted Fahrner Asphalt bid for 2021 Crack Filling Project not to exceed $35,000 (5-0)
• Awarded Public Works Roofing Projects 2021-01 and 2021-02 to Midwest Roofing (5-0)
• Adjourned at 6:02 p.m. (5-0)

Common Council

The Lake Geneva Common Council will hold a public hearing on the proposed 2022 operating and capital budgets, then consider a resolution adopting the budget and 2021 tax levy. The council will also take up several land-use items, including annexation, conditional use permits, and certified survey maps, as well as routine approvals like licenses and pay requests.

• Public hearing and resolution (21-R73) for 2022 budget and 2021 tax levy
• Second reading of Ordinance 21-11 on remote attendance and livestreaming meetings
• Referral of annexation petition by Avalon Property, LLC at 875 Geneva Parkway North
• Pay Request #1 for Library Renovation to Selzer-Ornst Construction, not to exceed $41,557.75
• Conditional use permits for tattoo studio at 830 W. Main St. Unit A and lodging at 717 ½ W. Main St.

The Common Council approved Resolution 21-R73 adopting the 2022 City budget and 2021 tax levy, after amending it to move $20,000 from the Contingency Fund into the Sidewalk Repair Program. The budget includes a 4% employee wage increase and a 12% increase in city employee health insurance costs, with a mill rate of $5.19 per $1,000 of home valuation. The council also approved remote-meeting rules, referred an annexation petition and a subdivision back to the Plan Commission, and approved several conditional use permits and a library renovation pay request.

• Approved 2022 budget and 2021 tax levy, Resolution 21-R73, as amended (6-1, Hedlund no)
• Amended budget to move $20,000 from Contingency Fund to Sidewalk Repair Program (4-3, Hedlund, Howell, Yunker no)
• Approved Ordinance 21-11 on remote attendance at meetings, second reading (6-1, Hedlund no)
• Referred Avalon Property, LLC annexation petition at 875 Geneva Parkway North to Plan Commission (7-0)
• Approved Pay Request #1 from Selzer-Ornst Construction for Library Renovation, not to exceed $41,557.75 (7-0)
• Approved continuation of Church Parking Placard Program for Feb 1, 2022 through Nov 14, 2022 (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 21-R77 accepting road and right-of-way dedications for Symphony Bay Phase I & II (7-0)
• Referred Basso Builders CSM at Sage St. and Sheridan Springs Rd. back to Plan Commission over alley access concerns (7-0)

Finance, Licensing, and Regulation Committee

The Finance, Licensing, and Regulation Committee will discuss and make recommendations on several items, including a $35,000 contract for crack sealing and filling, a $41,557.75 pay request for the Library Renovation project, and various license applications. They will also review policies on snow plowing, church placard parking, and proposals for a facilities study and forensic audit. The meeting is open to the public in person and virtually.

• Contract award to Fahrner Asphalt Sealers LLC for 2021 Crack Sealing and Filling, not to exceed $35,000
• Pay Request #1 from Selzer-Ornst Construction for Library Renovation, not to exceed $41,557.75
• Temporary operator licenses for New Year's Eve Gala at Riviera Ballroom on Dec 31, 2021
• Alcohol premises description for Bella Vista Suites at 335 Wrigley Dr
• Discussion of Downtown Business Improvement District Forensic Audit proposals

The committee approved a new City Snow Plowing Policy and the acceptance of roadway improvements in Symphony Bay Subdivision. It also authorized several liquor licenses and approved payments for library renovations and city bills.

• Approved City Snow Plowing Policy (4-1)
• Approved acceptance of roadway improvements in Symphony Bay Subdivision Phase 1&2 (5-0)
• Approved $41,557.75 pay request for Library Renovation project (5-0)
• Referred 2021 Crack Sealing and Filling contract to Public Works Committee (4-1)
• Approved Church Placard Parking program for 2022 season (5-0)
• Approved Temporary Operator Licenses for New Year’s Eve Gala (5-0)
• Referred Downtown Business Improvement District forensic audit proposals to the BID (3-2)
• Approved prepaid bills of $48,129.28 and regular bills of $227,712.34 (5-0)

Piers, Harbors, and Lakefront Committee

The Piers, Harbors, and Lakefront Committee is meeting to discuss and make recommendations on several lakefront items, including the Lake Geneva Boat Line lease, using Viply and Park Mobile apps for cashless beach admission and boat launch payment, and a boathouse on the Riviera Pier. The committee will also review the October 12, 2021 meeting minutes and hear a Harbormaster report. No official Council action will be taken at this meeting.

• Discussion/Recommendation regarding Lake Geneva Boat Line lease
• Discussion/Recommendation regarding use of Viply and Park Mobile Apps for cashless beach admission and boat launch payment
• Discussion/Recommendation regarding boathouse located on the Riviera Pier
• Approval of October 12, 2021 meeting minutes
• Harbormaster Report

The Piers, Harbors, and Lakefront Committee approved the minutes from October 12, 2021, and heard reports from Harbormaster Russell. Discussions regarding an agreement with Lake Geneva Boat Lines, cashless beach and boat launch payment apps, and a boathouse lease issue involving Gage Marine were all continued to the December meeting without final action.

• Approved October 12, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous voice vote)
• Continued discussion regarding Lake Geneva Boat Lines agreement to December meeting
• Continued discussion regarding Viply and Park Mobile apps for cashless payments to December meeting
• Continued discussion regarding Riviera Pier boathouse lease issue to December meeting
• Adjourned at 5:30 p.m. (unanimous voice vote)

Avian Committee

The Lake Geneva Avian Committee is meeting to discuss routine business including approving prior minutes, public comments, and updates on several ongoing projects. Key items include the Bird City application, budget update, World Migratory Bird Day activities, youth outreach, Cookies for a Cause, and a potential Christmas Tree Walk at the Museum. No official City Council action will be taken at this meeting.

• Bird City Application review
• Budget Update
• World Migratory Bird Day activities planning
• Youth Outreach discussion
• Cookies for a Cause Update

The Lake Geneva Avian Committee approved its October 2021 meeting minutes and reviewed the status of its upcoming Bird City application due in January 2022. Members agreed to schedule a special strategic planning meeting in January to organize spring events, including World Migratory Bird Day outreach. The committee also discussed local community initiatives such as the Museum Christmas Tree Walk and a library birdhouse fundraiser.

• Approved October 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous voice vote)

Common Council

The Lake Geneva Common Council will consider several personnel and financial items, including a wage and compensation study, a 4% cost-of-living raise for non-represented employees, and health insurance renewal. They will also hold a first reading of an ordinance on remote meeting attendance and discuss leases and a park grant application.

• Ordinance 21-11: remote attendance and livestreaming of meetings
• Wage and Compensation Study by McGrath Human Resources Group, up to $40,000
• Resolution 21-R72: Contingency funds for Wage & Benefit Study, up to $40,000
• 4% cost of living wage increase for non-represented employees effective Jan 1, 2022
• Resolution 21-R71: Contingency funds for NIF Grant Application for Veteran's Park, up to $8,000

The Lake Geneva Common Council approved selecting McGrath Human Resources Group for a wage study and authorized contingency funds up to $40,000. The Council also approved a city-wide access control system contract with Complex Security Solutions capped at $25,000, renewed WPS Insurance for employee health coverage, and approved a 4% cost-of-living wage increase for non-represented employees. Additionally, the Council approved a first reading for remote meeting attendance rules and discussed litigation strategy in closed session.

• Approved October 25, 2021 regular council minutes (8-0)
• Approved Tier II Event Permit for Lake Geneva Winterfest and U.S. National Snow Sculpting Championship (8-0)
• Selected McGrath Human Resources Group for Wage and Compensation Study in an amount not to exceed $40,000 (6-2)
• Authorized Resolution 21-R72 for contingency funds up to $40,000 for the Wage & Benefit Study (7-1)
• Approved city-wide access control system with Complex Security Solutions in an amount not to exceed $25,000 as amended (7-1)
• Renewed WPS Insurance as City Employee Health Insurance carrier (8-0)
• Approved employee health insurance premium contribution to remain at 7% (8-0)
• Approved 4% cost of living wage increase for all non-represented City employees effective January 1, 2022 (8-0)

Police and Fire Commission

The Police and Fire Commission will discuss the 2022 budgets for both the Police and Fire Departments. The meeting includes decisions on department bills, personnel positions, and various donations.

• Discussion/action on 2022 Police and Fire Department budgets
• Approval of October 2021 Police Department bills totaling $575,569.99
• Proposed posting of two full-time Police Officer positions
• Approval of October 2021 Fire Department bills totaling $110,597.35
• Promotion of three part-time to full-time Firefighter/Paramedic positions

The Police and Fire Commission approved posting two full-time police officer positions and three full-time firefighter/paramedic positions to establish eligibility lists, both pending final City Council budget approval. It approved October bills totaling $575,569.99 for the Police Department and $346,771.43 for the Fire Department, accepted a $1,000 donation and $920 in Shop with a Cop donations, and accepted the resignation of Firefighter/Paramedic Michael Koller. Alderman Yunker reported the budget was set and body cameras were removed from the 2022 budget.

• Approved posting two full-time police officer positions for an eligibility list, pending City Council final budget approval (4-0)
• Approved posting three full-time firefighter/paramedic positions for an eligibility list, pending City Council final budget approval (4-0)
• Approved October Police Department bills totaling $575,569.99 (4-0)
• Approved October Fire Department bills totaling $346,771.43 (4-0)
• Accepted $1,000 donation from Brick & Mortar Home, LLC (4-0)
• Accepted $920 in Shop with a Cop donations from six listed donors (4-0)
• Approved disposal of obsolete fire department assets (4-0)
• Accepted resignation of Firefighter/Paramedic Michael Koller (4-0)

Business Improvement District (BID)

The Lake Geneva Business Improvement District Board will meet to review financials and receive updates from the Event Director and tourism representatives. The board will also discuss and vote on filling four BID Board positions.

• Discussion/Approval of 4 BID Board Positions
• Holiday update from Event Director Kristi Tarantino
• Approval of financials
• Appearance of VISIT Lake Geneva and tourism board

The Board approved the purchase of wreaths and snowflakes for holiday décor. The Board also approved a series of payments for event-related expenses and sponsorships.

• Approved minutes from previous meeting
• Approved purchase of wreaths and snowflakes
• Approved payment to Blow Up Drama $1247
• Approved payment to Dan Patett Ponies $2600
• Approved payment to Banners $220
• Approved payment to Facebook Posts (Wendy) $380.95
• Approved payment to Harris Kal (Santa) $595
• Approved payment for Rental $4846.40

Finance, Licensing, and Regulation Committee

The Finance, Licensing, and Regulation Committee will discuss and make recommendations on several employee-related items, including a 4% cost-of-living wage increase for non-represented employees, a wage and compensation study, and health insurance program changes. They will also consider a Tier II event permit for Winterfest, a sidewalk maintenance program, and various other operational items. The meeting is open to the public and will be held virtually and in person.

• Tier II Event Permit for Lake Geneva Winterfest and U.S. National Snow Sculpting Championship
• 2022 Employee Health Insurance Program and premium contribution
• Selection of McGrath Human Resources Group for Wage and Compensation Study
• 4% cost of living wage increase for non-represented employees effective Jan 1, 2022
• Resolution 21-R72: Contingency funds for Wage & Benefit Study up to $40,000

The Finance, Licensing & Regulation Committee approved renewing the City's health insurance with WPS including the Difference Card, and kept the employee premium contribution at 7%. It approved a 4% cost-of-living wage increase for all non-represented City employees effective January 1, 2022, and approved 2022 wage scales with no changes. The committee also approved spending up to $40,000 in contingency funds for a Wage & Benefit Study and up to $8,000 for a NIF grant application for Veteran's Park, and voted down a PROWAG ordinance adoption 1-3.

• Approved October 19, 2021 minutes (4-0)
• Approved Tier II Event Permit for VISIT Lake Geneva Winterfest and U.S. National Snow Sculpting Championship (4-0)
• Renewed City health insurance with WPS including the Difference Card (4-0)
• Kept employee health insurance premium contribution at 7% (4-0)
• Selected McGrath Human Resources Group for the City's proposed Wage and Compensation Study (3-1, Fesenmaier no)
• Approved 4% cost-of-living wage increase for all non-represented City employees effective January 1, 2022 (4-0)
• Approved 2022 City employee full-time and part-time wage scales as is with no changes (4-0)
• Referred proposed Riviera Janitor job description back to the Personnel Committee (3-1, Yunker no)

Personnel Committee

The Lake Geneva Personnel Committee is meeting to discuss and make recommendations on several personnel matters, including the 2022 employee health insurance program and premium contributions, a proposed wage and compensation study by McGrath Human Resources Group, a 4% cost of living wage increase for non-represented employees, and 2022 wage scales. The committee will also consider job description updates for the Riviera Janitor and City Administrator positions. No official Council action will be taken at this meeting.

• Discussion of 2022 Employee Health Insurance Program
• Employee Health Insurance premium contribution
• Selection of McGrath Human Resources Group for Wage and Compensation Study
• 4% cost of living wage increase for non-represented employees effective Jan 1, 2022
• Updated job description for City Administrator to include ADA Compliance

The Personnel Committee voted 5-0 to keep the City's health insurance with WPS despite a 12.9% renewal increase for 2022, and to hold the employee premium contribution at 7%. It also approved hiring McGrath Human Resources Group for a wage and compensation study and a 4% cost-of-living increase for non-represented City employees effective January 1, 2022. The committee took no action on 2022 wage scales and voted to continue the proposed Riviera Janitor job description.

• Approved keeping City health insurance with WPS (5-0)
• Set employee health insurance premium contribution at 7% (5-0)
• Approved McGrath Human Resources Group for wage and compensation study (5-0)
• Approved 4% cost-of-living increase for non-represented City employees effective Jan 1, 2022 (5-0)
• No action taken on 2022 full-time and part-time wage scales
• Voted to continue proposed Riviera Janitor job description (5-0)
• Approved updated City Administrator job description to include ADA compliance (5-0)
• Adjourned at 5:06 p.m. (5-0)

Committee of the Whole

The Lake Geneva Committee of the Whole is meeting to receive reports from standing committees, boards, and council representatives. No official council action will be taken at this meeting; it is for discussion and referrals only.

• Approval of minutes from October 4, 2021 meeting
• Reports from Finance, Personnel, Public Works, and Piers/Harbors/Lakefront committees
• Reports from Utility Commission, Tree Board, Police & Fire Commission, Plan Commission, and others
• Reports from VISIT Lake Geneva, Geneva Lake Museum, Economic Development Corporation, and other boards

Public Works Committee

The committee will discuss several infrastructure projects, including street improvements and a joint utility project using American Rescue Act Funds. Members will also consider recommendations regarding snow removal policies and sidewalk maintenance programs.

• Joint Utility Commission and Public Works project on Lakeview Dr and Lake Shore Dr using American Rescue Act Funds
• Discussion of Main Street and Highway 50 project
• Discussion of 2021 Street Improvement project
• Ordinance regarding property owner responsibility for bike path/multi-use path snow removal
• Transfer of funds from Capital Improvement Project Fund to Public Works General Operating Budget for Park Drive and Wells Street sidewalks

The Public Works Committee approved a sidewalk maintenance program starting in 2022, subject to City Attorney review, and sent a revised snow plowing policy to the Finance, Licensing, and Regulation Committee. It also voted to replace disc golf bridge #5 with a pedestrian bridge and to move a street project change order into the 2022 program. A motion to remove disc golf bridges #2 and #4 failed 2-3.

• Approved sidewalk maintenance program starting 2022, pending City Attorney review (5-0)
• Referred snow plowing policy to Finance, Licensing, and Regulation Committee (5-0)
• Approved replacing disc golf bridge #5 with a pedestrian bridge (5-0 roll call)
• Denied eliminating disc golf bridges #2 and #4 (failed 2-3 roll call; Dunn, Fesenmaier, Halverson voted no)
• Moved Change Order #1 into the 2022 Street Improvement Project (5-0)
• Referred bike path/multi-use path snow removal ordinance to Finance Committee pending Attorney review (5-0)
• Approved PROWAG ordinance adoption for ADA compliance (5-0)
• Approved September 27, 2021 minutes (5-0)

Common Council

The Lake Geneva Common Council will hold a public hearing and take action on new aldermanic district and ward boundaries reflecting 2020 Census population changes. The council will also consider several financial items, including a change order for the Library Restoration Project and an amended fee schedule for the Riviera Ballroom and rental rates.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 21-09 amending aldermanic district boundaries per 2020 Census
• Resolution 21-R69 establishing ward boundaries, amended per Walworth County Clerk
• Change Order #1 for Library Restoration Project by Selzer-Ornst, not to exceed $2,918
• Resolution 21-R68 amending fee schedule for Riviera Ballroom, slip, buoy, and kayak rentals
• Application for NFI Grant for Veteran's Park

The Common Council approved Resolution 21-R68 amending the city fee schedule, including the Riviera Ballroom corporate Sunday rate and slip, buoy, and kayak rental rates, on a 5-2 roll call vote after rejecting amendments to hold resident rates flat. The council also approved an $8,000 cap for MSA to apply for an NFI grant for a Veteran's Park project, approved amended ward boundaries reflecting 2020 Census data, and approved a $2,918 change order for the Library Restoration Project. All other agenda items passed 7-0, including the consent agenda, the 2022 budget public hearing notice, and the Downtown Business Improvement District forensic audit request for proposals.

• Approved Resolution 21-R68 amending the fee schedule, including Riviera Ballroom corporate Sunday rate and slip, buoy, and kayak rental rates (5-2, Fesenmaier and Halverson voting no)
• Amendment to keep resident rates at zero percent increase failed 3-4
• Amendment to set resident rate increase at three percent and non-resident at ten percent failed 2-5
• Motion to combine resident rates into one line item on the fee schedule failed for lack of a second
• Approved up to $8,000 in contingency funds for MSA to apply for an NFI grant for Veteran's Park, authorizing the Mayor to contract with MSA (7-0 roll call)
• Approved Resolution 21-R69 establishing ward boundaries per 2020 Census, amended to eliminate zero-population wards (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance 21-09 amending aldermanic district boundaries after suspending rules to move to a second reading (7-0)
• Approved Change Order #1 from Selzer-Ornst for the Library Restoration Project, not to exceed $2,918.00 (7-0)

Finance, Licensing, and Regulation Committee

The Finance, Licensing, and Regulation Committee is meeting to discuss and make recommendations regarding the 2022 budget. Key topics include the Lake Geneva Business Improvement District budget and the Riviera Ballroom janitor position.

• Lake Geneva Business Improvement District 2022 Budget discussion
• Riviera Ballroom Janitor Position discussion
• Other previously discussed 2022 Budget Items

Finance, Licensing, and Regulation Committee

The Finance, Licensing, and Regulation Committee will discuss and make recommendations on a range of items, including permits, contracts, fee schedule changes, and waterfront rate adjustments. They will also review the September treasurer's report and approve bill payments totaling over $1 million.

• Tier II Event Permit for 46th Annual Electric Christmas Parade (VISIT Lake Geneva)
• Taxi Company License for Need a Ride Taxi Service, 319 E South St Unit #7
• Change Order #1 for Library Restoration Project, not to exceed $2,918.00 (Selzer-Ornst)
• Resolution 21-R68 amending City Fee Schedule
• Possible increase of buoy/slip rate, beach pass rate to $10, and kayak rack rental extension to Nov 15

The committee approved rate increases for 2022 slips and buoys and authorized a joint utility and public works project using ARPA funds. Several licenses and permits were approved, and the City Administrator was designated as the ADA Compliance Officer.

• Approved 5% rate increase for residents and Riviera slips, and 10% for non-residents (4-1)
• Approved joint Utility and Public Works project on Lakeview Dr and Lake Shore Dr using ARPA funds (5-0)
• Approved $2,918.00 change order for Library Restoration Project (5-0)
• Approved 2022 Lifeguard Services agreement with Water Safety Patrol (5-0)
• Approved designating City Administrator as ADA Compliance Officer (5-0)
• Approved Tier II Event Permit for 46th Annual Electric Christmas Parade (5-0)
• Approved Taxi Company License for Need a Ride Taxi Service (5-0)
• Approved beach pass rate at $8 and move toward cashless system (5-0)

Board of Park Commissioners

The Lake Geneva Board of Park Commissioners will meet to discuss and possibly recommend action on several park-related items, including a promotional video for the Never Say Never Playground, the White River Bridge repair, and winter maintenance of bike paths, which could include creating an ordinance. The board will also receive a quarterly update from the YMCA and consider moving the Four Seasons Nature Preserve sign.

• Discussion/recommendation on Never Say Never Playground promotion video
• Discussion on YMCA Quarterly Update
• Discussion/recommendation on White River Bridge Repair
• Discussion/recommendation on MSA Final CORP Update
• Discussion/recommendation on winter maintenance of bike paths, including possible ordinance creation

The Board approved the repair of bridge #3 for vehicle traffic and the creation of an ordinance requiring adjacent property owners to maintain multi-use paths. Members also authorized a playground equipment and ADA audit and a sign relocation at MKFourSeasonNaturePreserve.

• Approved playground equipment replacement, repair, and ADA audit
• Approved repair of bridge #3 for vehicle traffic
• Removed recommendation to move boat launch to Big Foot beach and close Wrigley Dr.
• Approved a Park Board work session to review MSA final proposal
• Approved moving existing sign at MKFourSeasonNaturePreserve for better visibility
• Approved creation of ordinance for adjacent property owners to maintain multi-use paths

Finance, Licensing, and Regulation Committee

The Finance, Licensing, and Regulation Committee is holding a special budget workshop to discuss and make recommendations on the Debt Service Fund, the General Fund, and other miscellaneous fund items. The meeting is open to the public both in person and virtually. No final decisions are expected; the committee will only discuss and recommend.

• Discussion/recommendation on Debt Service Fund
• Discussion/recommendation on General Fund
• Discussion/recommendation on miscellaneous items from previously discussed funds

The Finance, Licensing, and Regulation Committee reviewed 2022 budget requests, recommending the removal of several one-time expenditures and specific capital projects. The committee also voted on proposed new staff positions for the police and fire departments.

• Removed $40,000 Wage & Benefit Study from 2022 budget to be paid by 2021 contingency (Unanimous)
• Removed $5,600 for Building Inspector office remodeling (Unanimous)
• Removed $6,000 for Tree Board door hangers, brochures, and planting (4-1)
• Removed $9,000 for 4 Seasons Nature Preserve gravel and signs (3-2)
• Postponed Disc Golf Bridge to 2024 (4-1)
• Denied Graniscus Study (4-1)
• Denied Weekly Recycling program (Unanimous)
• Approved two full-time patrol officer positions and denied one records clerk position (Unanimous)

Piers, Harbors, and Lakefront Committee

The Piers, Harbors, and Lakefront Committee will discuss and make recommendations on several 2022 fee and policy changes, including possible increases to buoy/slip rates and beach passes, new rate classifications, and deposit deadlines. They will also consider agreements for lifeguard services and with Lake Geneva Boat Lines, as well as a lease for Riviera tenants. No official Council action will be taken at this meeting.

• Agreement for 2022 Lifeguard Services with Water Safety Patrol
• Agreement with Lake Geneva Boat Lines
• Possible increase of buoy/slip rate for 2022
• Possible increase of beach pass rate to $10
• Proposed lease for Riviera 1st Floor Concourse Tenants

The committee approved several recommendations regarding 2022 lakefront operations, including new beach pass rates and an extended kayak rental season. Other items, such as the 2022 lifeguard services agreement, buoy and slip rate increases, and the Riviera lease, were forwarded to the Finance, License, and Regulation (FLR) committee for further review. The committee tabled the discussion on implementing mobile apps for boat launch fees.

• Approved September 14, 2021 minutes (3-0)
• Forwarded 2022 lifeguard services agreement to FLR (3-0)
• Forwarded 5-10% buoy/slip rate increases to FLR (3-0)
• Forwarded new kayak, buoy, and slip rate classifications to FLR (3-0)
• Forwarded earlier buoy/slip deposit deadline to FLR (3-0)
• Tabled mobile app implementation for boat launch fees (3-0)
• Approved 2022 beach pass rates of $10, $5, and free (3-0)
• Approved extending kayak rack rental season to November 15 (3-0)

Common Council

The Lake Geneva Common Council will consider several financial items related to the Riviera Restoration Project, including change orders and final pay requests totaling over $540,000, as well as resolutions to transfer funds and amend the fee schedule. The council will also hold second readings of ordinances on zoning, elections, and public records, and discuss a development assignment for Vistas of Lake Geneva. A closed session is scheduled for legal advice on litigation.

• Change Order #9 for Phase I of Riviera Restoration Project, not to exceed $2,768
• Final pay request for Phase I, not to exceed $40,938
• Change Order #8 for Phase II, not to exceed $206,020
• Final pay request for Phase II, not to exceed $290,682
• Resolution 21-R65 establishing ward boundaries per 2020 Census

The Common Council approved several payments and change orders for the Riviera Restoration Project, alongside a resolution to cover budget overages. Members also passed amendments to zoning ordinances regarding substandard lots and lakefront requirements, and authorized a new appraisal services contract for 2022-2024.

• Approved Ordinance 21-05 regarding zoning standards (6-2)
• Approved assignment of Vistas of Lake Geneva development agreement (7-1)
• Approved $2,768 change order and $40,938 final payment for Riviera Phase I (7-1)
• Approved $206,020 change order and $290,682 final payment for Riviera Phase II (5-3, 6-2)
• Approved $15,335.50 change order for 2021 Streets Program (8-0)
• Approved 2022-2024 appraisal services contract for $42,500 plus $5,000 fee (8-0)
• Approved Resolution 21-R65 establishing new ward boundaries (8-0)
• Approved Resolution 21-R67 removing resident rates for corporate events (8-0)

Police and Fire Commission

The Lake Geneva Police and Fire Commission will discuss and potentially approve a joint donation fund from gala proceeds, monthly bills, and 2022 budgets for both departments. They will also confirm a telecommunicator hire and consider a fire department intern policy. The meeting includes a closed session to discuss the Town of Geneva Emergency Services Agreement.

• Establish joint Police/Fire Department donation fund (Gala proceeds)
• Approve police bills totaling $301,163.40 for September 2021
• Approve fire department bills totaling $110,597.35 for September 2021
• Confirm hiring of full-time telecommunicator pending background and medical exam
• Closed session to discuss Town of Geneva Emergency Services Agreement

The Police and Fire Commission approved the creation of a joint fund for Gala donations and authorized several personnel and financial actions. The board also established a new Firefighter/EMT Intern Program and Policy.

• Established joint Police/Fire Department donation fund for Gala proceeds (4-0)
• Approved September 2021 Police Department bills totaling $301,163.40 (4-0)
• Approved $3,466.00 donation from Immanuel Lutheran Church for Chaplain Program (4-0)
• Confirmed Full Time Telecommunicator eligibility list (4-0)
• Confirmed hiring of Brezzy Pilman as full time Telecommunicator pending exams (4-0)
• Approved September 2021 Fire Department bills totaling $110,597.35 (4-0)
• Approved Policy 341 establishing a Firefighter/EMT Intern Program and Policy (4-0)
• Approved September 9, 2021 meeting minutes (4-0)

Business Improvement District (BID)

The Board will hear updates from Event Director Kristi Tarantino regarding holiday programming and gift exchanges. The meeting also includes appearances by VISIT Lake Geneva and the tourism board, along with approval of financials.

• Holiday event updates from Kristi Tarantino
• Appearance by VISIT Lake Geneva
• Appearance by tourism board
• Approval of financials
• Payment of bills

The Board approved the budget and authorized spending for holiday lights and a Santa appearance. Members also agreed to create a newsletter to inform BID members of activities.

• Approved motion to put up holiday lights (unanimous)
• Approved budget (unanimous)
• Approved payment to Lake Geneva Regional News for $169.74
• Approved payment to A+ Printing for $233.40
• Approved payment to Yunker for $600
• Approved payment to Treasure Hut for $25,700
• Approved booking and payment to Harris Kal (Santa) for $1,485 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from previous meeting (unanimous)

Finance, Licensing, and Regulation Committee

The Finance, Licensing, and Regulation Committee is holding a special budget workshop to discuss and make recommendations on the upcoming budget. Items include the Geneva Lake Law Enforcement Agency budget, the Capital Improvement Fund, and several other city funds, including the Lakefront, Parking, Cemetery, Library, Tourism, and Impact Fees funds.

• Geneva Lake Law Enforcement Agency Budget
• Capital Improvement Fund (Year 2 of Year 3)
• American Rescue Act Funds
• Equipment Replacement Fund
• Lakefront Fund, Parking Fund, Cemetery Fund, Library Fund, Tourism Fund, Impact Fees Fund

Avian Committee

The Lake Geneva Avian Committee is meeting to discuss routine business including budget updates, the Bird City application, and upcoming bird-related events. The agenda also includes reports on Swift Night Out, a Brownie troop badge activity, and the Christmas Bird Count. This is a committee meeting, not an official City Council action session.

• Budget Update
• Bird City Application
• Swift Night Out Roundup
• Christmas Tree Walk at museum
• Christmas Bird Count

The Lake Geneva Avian Committee approved its August 2021 meeting minutes with no other formal regulatory decisions made. Members reviewed preparations for the 2022 Bird City application, budget updates, and youth outreach initiatives with local scout troops. The committee also discussed past and upcoming community events, including Swift Night Out and the Museum Christmas Tree Walk.

• Approved August 2021 meeting minutes
• Approved meeting adjournment at 7:03 p.m.

Finance, Licensing, and Regulation Committee

The Finance, Licensing, and Regulation Committee will discuss and possibly recommend actions on several items, including removing the resident corporate rental rate for the Riviera Ballroom, temporary library parking on Cook Street, assessment services proposals for 2022-2024, and two change orders for the 2021 Street Improvement Project. They will also consider a sidewalk maintenance policy, ward boundary changes based on the 2020 Census, and a forensic audit RFP draft. The meeting includes public comment and approval of minutes.

• Remove resident corporate rental rate for Riviera Ballroom
• Temporary library patron parking on Cook Street
• Assessment services proposals for 2022-2024
• Change Order #1: Edwards Blvd/Geneva Pkwy North, $24,245; TAPCO flashing beacons, $10,634.50
• Resolution 21-R65: ward boundaries per 2020 Census

The Finance, Licensing, and Regulation Committee approved Riviera Ballroom corporate rental rate changes, temporary library parking stalls on Cook Street, and an assessment services contract with Accurate Appraisal. The committee also advanced a street striping change order, a records retention schedule adoption, ward boundary redistricting, and a draft Forensic Audit RFP, while referring a street improvement change order and continuing sidewalk maintenance discussions.

• Approved minutes of September 21, 2021 meeting (4-0)
• Approved removing resident corporate rental rate for Riviera Ballroom (4-0)
• Approved temporary library patron parking stalls on Cook Street through end of January 2022 (3-1)
• Approved annual maintenance assessment services proposal with Accurate Appraisal including CAMA software conversion for $5,000 (4-0)
• Referred 2021 Street Improvement Project Change Order #1 for Edwards Blvd/Geneva Pkwy North to Public Works Committee (4-0)
• Approved 2021 Street Improvement Project Change Order #2 for striping on Edwards Blvd and Hwy 50 Intersection for $15,335.50 (4-0)
• Continued Sidewalk Maintenance Policy discussion to next meeting (4-0)
• Continued discussion on use of Library Park Sidewalk CIP funds for 2022 Sidewalk Maintenance Program (4-0)

Committee of the Whole

The Lake Geneva Committee of the Whole is meeting to hear presentations from LPI Communications about a city newsletter and from Granicus about short-term rental software. The agenda also includes reports from standing committees, commissions, and boards. No official Council action will be taken at this meeting.

• Presentation by LPI Communications on ideas for a city newsletter
• Presentation by Granicus on Short Term Rental Software
• Reports from Finance, Personnel, Public Works, and Piers/Harbors/Lakefront committees
• Reports from Utility Commission, Tree Board, Police & Fire Commission, Plan Commission, and others

The Committee of the Whole met to receive presentations and reports from various city boards and commissions. No substantive decisions, approvals, or denials were recorded during the meeting.

Personnel Committee

The Personnel Committee will discuss potential wage increases for Lakefront Staff, part-time Public Works, and Riviera Security positions. Members will also discuss appointing an ADA Compliance Officer and managing contracted services.

• Potential wage increases for Lakefront Staff and part-time Public Works
• Potential wage increases for Riviera Security positions
• Appointment of an ADA Compliance Officer
• Update on Wage and Benefit Study Requests for Proposals
• Update on Police Department Sergeant employee contracts

Common Council

The Lake Geneva Common Council will hold a special meeting to discuss and potentially approve an engineering services contract with Nielsen Madsen and Barber for a construction plan review of Symphony Bay Phase 5 by Fairwyn Homes. The approximate cost is $4,000, to be billed to the developer. The agenda includes public comments and the single action item.

• Engineering services contract with Nielsen Madsen and Barber for Symphony Bay Phase 5 plan review
• Approximate cost of $4,000 billed to developer Fairwyn Homes

Public Works Committee

The Lake Geneva Public Works Committee is meeting to discuss and make recommendations on the 2022 DPW budget, winter maintenance policies for bike paths and snow/ice, possible vacation of Logan Street, and several street improvement projects. They will also consider adopting a sidewalk maintenance program and using library sidewalk maintenance funds for it. The meeting is advisory; no official Council action will be taken.

• Discussion/recommendation on DPW 2022 Budgets
• Discussion/recommendation on winter maintenance of City bike paths, including possible ordinance creation
• Discussion/recommendation on possibly vacating Logan Street
• Discussion/recommendation on 2021 Street Improvement Project updates (alleys, Snake Rd, Park Dr Cross Walk)
• Discussion/recommendation on adopting a Sidewalk Maintenance Program in 2022

The Lake Geneva Public Works Committee approved recommending an ordinance making adjacent property owners responsible for winter maintenance on city multi-use paths, with certain exemptions. The committee also adopted a 2022 sidewalk maintenance program and voted to explore vacating a section of Logan Street. Several other items, including updates on street improvement projects, snow/ice maintenance policies, and the 2026 WisDOT Highway 50 project, received updates or discussion with no final action taken.

• Approved August 23, 2021 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Recommended amending ordinance for winter maintenance of city bike paths by adjacent property owners and referred to Park Board (4-0)
• Approved exploring the vacation of a section of Logan Street (5-0)
• Approved removing the guardrail and tree number 2 at George Street and Maxwell Street (5-0)
• Approved adopting a sidewalk maintenance policy in 2022 (5-0)
• Approved using the Library sidewalk maintenance line item for the 2022 Sidewalk Maintenance Program phase (5-0)
• Approved continuing the City of Lake Geneva Brush Collection program (5-0)
• Referred the Landscape Beautification Program to the Park Board (5-0)

Common Council

The Lake Geneva Common Council will consider several items, including first readings of two ordinances, liquor license applications, and multiple contracts and change orders related to the Riviera Restoration Project. The council will also discuss a resolution to amend a Precise Implementation Plan for Badger High School and a conditional use permit for a tattoo studio.

• First reading of Ordinance 21-05 amending zoning overlay district requirements
• First reading of Ordinance 21-08 amending election official scheduling and polling locations
• Liquor license applications for Taqueria el Gallo de Oro (820 Williams St) and Fontana Petro (501 Interchange North)
• Change Order #8 for Phase II of Riviera Restoration Project ($206,020) and final pay request ($290,682)
• Resolution 21-R62 to amend PIP for Badger High School at 220 E. South St.

The Common Council approved several business liquor licenses, a city-wide insurance renewal through the WI League of Municipalities Insurance, and a contract for auditing services. The Council also approved three zoning-related resolutions and one commission appointment, while tabling several payments and change orders for the Riviera Restoration Project.

• Approved liquor licenses for Taqueria el Gallo de Oro and Fontana Petro (7-0)
• Approved $75 ticket price for New Year’s Eve Gala to fund Never Say Never Playground (5-2)
• Approved 2021-2022 insurance renewal through WI League of Municipalities Insurance (7-0)
• Awarded 2021-2023 auditing contract to WIPFLI LLP (7-0)
• Awarded 2022-2024 Piers and Buoys Maintenance contract to Gage Marine (7-0)
• Tabled Riviera Restoration Project change orders and final pay requests (6-1)
• Approved PIP amendment for Badger High School building addition (7-0)
• Approved Conditional Use Permits for tattoo services at 101 Broad St and SR-4 zoning at Tax Key ZGB00010 (6-0 and 7-0)

Finance, Licensing, and Regulation Committee

The Finance, Licensing, and Regulation Committee is conducting a budget workshop to review proposals for the 2022 fiscal year. The session includes presentations and discussions regarding various city departments and services.

• Review of Library and Parking budget proposals
• Review of Municipal Court and City Clerk budget proposals
• Review of Harbors & Lakefronts and Public Works budget proposals
• Review of Fire and Police/Emergency Management budget proposals
• Review of Building & Zoning, Tourism, and IT Services budget proposals

The Finance, Licensing, and Regulation Committee conducted a budget workshop featuring presentations from various city departments and commissions. No substantive budget approvals or denials were recorded during the session.

• Approved motion to allow Alderperson Flower to participate and speak (5-0)

Finance, Licensing, and Regulation Committee

The Finance, Licensing, and Regulation Committee will discuss and make recommendations on several financial items, including insurance renewal, audit services, and multiple change orders and final pay requests for the Riviera Restoration Project. They will also consider licenses, permits, and other routine matters.

• Change Order #9 for Phase I of Riviera Restoration Project, not to exceed $2,768
• Final pay request for Phase I of Riviera Restoration Project, not to exceed $40,938
• Change Order #8 for Phase II of Riviera Restoration Project, not to exceed $206,020
• Final pay request for Phase II of Riviera Restoration Project, not to exceed $290,682
• Original Class A liquor license for Fontana Petro Inc at 501 Interchange North

The committee approved final payments and change orders for the Riviera Restoration project, totaling over $500,000 in expenditures. Members also authorized the 2021-2022 city insurance renewal, selected WIPFLI for auditing services, and set the 2021 trick-or-treat hours. Additionally, the committee approved a $75 ticket price for a New Year's Eve gala benefiting the Never Say Never Playground.

• Approved 2021-2022 city insurance renewal (5-0)
• Approved $75 ticket price for New Year's Eve Gala (4-1)
• Awarded 2021-2023 auditing contract to WIPFLI (5-0)
• Awarded 2022-2024 piers and buoy service contract to Gage Marine (5-0)
• Approved $2,768 change order and $40,938 final payment for Riviera Phase I (5-0)
• Approved $206,020 change order and $290,682 final payment for Riviera Phase II (5-0)
• Approved $3,995 change order for library asbestos abatement (5-0)
• Set 2021 trick-or-treating for Oct 31, noon to 4:00 p.m. (5-0)

Common Council

The Lake Geneva Common Council is holding a special meeting to discuss and take action on a change order for the Library Asbestos Abatement Project. The change order, filed by Hogan Environmental Cleaning, is for an amount not to exceed $3,995.00. The agenda includes public comments and the meeting is open to the public both in person and virtually.

• Change order #1 by Hogan Environmental Cleaning for Library Asbestos Abatement Project, up to $3,995.00
• Public comments limited to 5 minutes per person on agenda items
• Meeting held in person and virtually via video stream, cable, or phone

The Common Council approved change order #1 from Hogan Environmental Cleaning for the Library Asbestos Abatement Project, in an amount not to exceed $3,995.00. Council President Hedlund, presiding in the Mayor's absence, noted the Library has funds to cover the change order. The motion carried 8-0, and the meeting adjourned at 6:03 p.m.

• Approved change order #1 from Hogan Environmental Cleaning for the Library Asbestos Abatement Project, not to exceed $3,995.00 (8-0)
• Adjourned the meeting (8-0)

Common Council

The Lake Geneva Common Council is holding a special meeting to discuss and potentially act on a change order from Hogan Environmental Cleaning for the Library Asbestos Abatement Project, with a cost not to exceed $3,995. The agenda includes public comments and the single action item.

• Change order #1 by Hogan Environmental Cleaning for Library Asbestos Abatement Project, amount not to exceed $3,995.00

The Common Council approved a change order for the Library Asbestos Abatement Project. The expenditure is for services provided by Hogan Environmental Cleaning.

• Approved change order #1 for Hogan Environmental Cleaning for the Library Asbestos Abatement Project not to exceed $3,995.00 (8-0)

Piers, Harbors, and Lakefront Committee

The Piers, Harbors, and Lakefront Committee is meeting to discuss and possibly recommend actions on several lakefront matters, including responses to a request for proposals for slip and buoy installation, the sale of municipal west end boat slips, revisions to Riviera first-floor retail leases, and proposed definitions for non-resident property owners and boats/watercraft. No official council action will be taken; the committee's role is to discuss and make recommendations.

• Discussion of RFP responses for slips and buoy commercial installation
• Discussion of sale of municipal west end boat slips
• Discussion/recommendation on revisions to Riviera 1st floor retail leases (length, rate, changes for 2022 and beyond)
• Discussion/recommendation on defining Non Resident Property Owner (30-day residency between Memorial Day and Labor Day)
• Discussion/recommendation to amend definition of 'boat' or 'watercraft' (must be registered, not manually propelled, have propulsion or sails)

The Piers, Harbors, and Lakefront Committee approved forwarding the sole slip and buoy commercial installation proposal from Gage Marine to the City Council. The committee also voted to have the Harbormaster work with the City Attorney on a new watercraft definition to prevent unusable boats from holding buoys. Discussion was held on potential West End boat slip sales, Riviera retail leases, and nonresident property owner definitions without taking final action.

• Approved August 10, 2021 meeting minutes by unanimous voice vote
• Forwarded Gage Marine proposal for slips and buoy commercial installation to City Council by unanimous voice vote
• Directed Harbormaster and City Attorney to draft an ordinance defining watercraft for leases by unanimous voice vote
• Adjourned the meeting at 5:42 pm by unanimous voice vote

Common Council

The Lake Geneva Common Council will consider several items, including a discussion on speed bumps for Center Street, a review of Downtown Business Improvement District financial audits, and whether to seek proposals for an impact fee study. The council will also vote on consent agenda items for a high school homecoming event and fireworks, and a temporary operator license. A closed session is scheduled to discuss litigation involving Lake Geneva Animal Hospital Properties LLC.

• Discussion/Action regarding speed bumps on Center Street
• Discussion/Action regarding Downtown Business Improvement District Financial Audits
• Discussion/Action regarding obtaining proposals for an Impact Fee Study
• Tier I Event Permit for Badger High School Homecoming Game on Oct 15, 2021, with partial Wells Street closure
• Fireworks Permit for Badger High School Homecoming Fireworks on Oct 15, 2021

The Common Council voted to petition the Town of Geneva to remove speed bumps on Center Street. Additionally, the Council approved a forensic audit for the Downtown Business Improvement District and authorized the solicitation of proposals for an impact fee study. The Council also appointed Kyle Cary to the Planning Commission.

• Approved petition to Town of Geneva to remove Center Street speed bumps (8-0)
• Approved forensic audit for Downtown Business Improvement District (8-0)
• Approved request for proposals for an impact fee study (8-0)
• Appointed Kyle Cary to Planning Commission (8-0)
• Approved August 23, 2021, council minutes (8-0)
• Approved consent agenda including event and fireworks permits (8-0)
• Accepted September 7, 2021, payment approval reports (8-0)

Police and Fire Commission

The Lake Geneva Police and Fire Commission will review and approve monthly bills, discuss 2022 budgets for both departments, and act on several personnel items including resignations and hirings. The agenda also includes closed-session discussions on the Town of Geneva Emergency Services Agreement and Community Service Officer wages.

• Approve Fire Department bills totaling $113,523.41 for August 2021
• Approve Police Department bills totaling $298,270.80 for August 2021
• Discuss 2022 budgets for Fire and Police Departments
• Approve hiring of part-time Community Service Officers Terry Coleman, Natalie Alvarez, and Tyler Eldridge
• Accept donations of $500 each from Fat Tire Ride and Women Working for Christ

The Commission recommended the 2022 Police and Fire Department budgets to the City Council, including plans for new personnel and equipment. The board also approved August bills, several personnel changes, and the addition of an embedded crisis worker.

• Recommended 2022 Fire Department budget and equipment replacement (5-0)
• Recommended 2022 Police Department budget including two patrol officers, body cameras, and a records clerk (5-0)
• Approved August 2021 Fire Department bills totaling $113,523.41 (5-0)
• Approved August 2021 Police Department bills totaling $298,270.80 (5-0)
• Approved embedded crisis worker pending Memo of Understanding (5-0)
• Approved hiring of CSOs Terry Coleman, Natalie Alvarez, and Tyler Eldridge (5-0)
• Approved hiring of Part Time Officer Rami Dunaway pending exams (5-0)
• Set CSO wages for five employees ranging from $16.00 to $17.00 per hour (5-0)

Business Improvement District (BID)

The Lake Geneva Business Improvement District board is meeting to approve minutes and financials, hear updates from city officials and event organizers, and discuss new business. The agenda includes reports on Oktoberfest and holiday events, as well as updates from Visit Lake Geneva and the tourism board.

• Oktoberfest update from Event Director Kristi Tarantino
• Holiday events update from Event Director Kristi Tarantino
• Update from Visit Lake Geneva
• Update from tourism board
• Approval of financials

The Lake Geneva Business Improvement District board approved a motion to request the last 5 to 7 years of BID finances and ask the City to conduct an audit at the City's expense for all costs incurred. Board member Speedo reported that the previous board lacked minutes and vendor contracts, that there was no evidence of bills or expenditures, and that $150,000 of BID funds was unaccounted for when he took over. The board also approved the prior meeting's minutes and set its next meeting for October 6, 2021 at 9am at the Harbor Shores.

• Approved minutes from the last meeting (Speedo/Laura, approved by all)
• Approved motion to request the last 5-7 years of BID finances and ask the City to audit at City expense (Speedo/Laura, approved)
• Set next meeting: October 6, 2021 at 9am at the Harbor Shores
• Adjourned (Speedo/Beth, all approve)

Committee of the Whole

This is a Committee of the Whole meeting where no official Council action will be taken. The agenda consists solely of standing committee, commission, board, and council representative reports, along with public comments. No decisions or votes are scheduled.

• Public comments limited to 5 minutes per Wis. Stats. §19.84(2)
• Reports from Finance, Personnel, Public Works, and Piers, Harbors & Lakefront committees
• Reports from Utility Commission, Tree Board, Police & Fire Commission, Plan Commission, and others
• Reports from representatives to VISIT Lake Geneva, Geneva Lake Museum, and Economic Development Corporation

The Lake Geneva Committee of the Whole met on September 8, 2021, to hear standing committee, commission, and board reports. The meeting consisted of announcements, updates on city projects and upcoming agenda items, and public comments regarding issues such as short-term rentals and impact fees. No substantive policy decisions or final votes were taken, other than a procedural motion to allow the Mayor to speak and a final vote to adjourn.

• Allowed the Mayor to speak (6-0)
• Adjourned the meeting at 7:26 p.m. (6-0)

Personnel Committee

The Lake Geneva Personnel Committee is meeting to discuss and possibly recommend a 2022 health insurance plan for the city. The agenda also includes approval of the previous meeting's minutes and public comments. No official council action will be taken at this meeting.

• Discussion/recommendation on 2022 Health Insurance Plan
• Approval of August 2, 2021 committee minutes
• Public comments limited to 5 minutes on agenda items

The Personnel Committee approved its August 2, 2021 minutes (4-0) and heard a presentation from Matt Chadwick of Cottingham Butler on the City's 2022 Health Insurance Plan. Chadwick said claims are up 4% from 2020, largely due to the COVID-19 pandemic, that the City has a 99% enrollment rate, and that he will conduct market research on potential carriers with final numbers expected in October. The committee discussed the new Family Advantage Health Plan and open-enrollment timing concerns; no action was taken, and the meeting adjourned at 4:59 p.m.

• Approved August 2, 2021 Personnel Committee minutes (4-0)
• No action taken on the 2022 Health Insurance Plan after presentation and discussion
• Adjourned (4-0)

Finance, Licensing, and Regulation Committee

The Finance, Licensing, and Regulation Committee will discuss and make recommendations on several licenses and permits, including a Tier I event permit and fireworks permit for Badger High School's homecoming, a new liquor license for a taqueria, and a temporary operator license. They will also discuss impact fees and an impact fee study, and review accounts payable.

• Tier I Event Permit for Badger High School Annual Homecoming Game on Oct 15, 2021, with Wells Street closure
• Fireworks Permit for Badger High School Annual Homecoming Fireworks near Lake Geneva Middle School
• Class B liquor and fermented malt beverage license for Taqueria el Gallo de Oro at 820 Williams St
• Temporary Operator License for Dana Erickson at FalzFest Event on Sept 17, 2021 at 965 Wells St
• Prepaid bills $64,790.16 and regular bills $389,323.64

The Finance, Licensing, and Regulation Committee approved a motion to draft proposals for eligible firms to study impact fees. The committee also approved multiple event permits, liquor licenses, and bills, including $64,790.16 in prepaid bills and $389,323.64 in regular bills.

• Approved minutes of the August 17, 2021 meeting (4-0)
• Approved Tier I Event Permit for Badger High School Homecoming Game on October 15, 2021 (4-0)
• Approved Fireworks Permit for Badger High School Homecoming on October 15, 2021 (4-0)
• Approved Class B Intoxicating Liquor and Fermented Malt Beverage license for Ovalle-Perez LLC at 820 Williams St (4-0)
• Approved Temporary Operator License for Dana Erickson for FalzFest on September 17, 2021 (4-0)
• Approved drafting a proposal to be sent to eligible firms for impact fee studies (4-0)
• Approved prepaid bills in the amount of $64,790.16 (4-0)
• Approved regular bills in the amount of $389,323.64 (4-0)

Avian Committee

The Lake Geneva Avian Committee is meeting to discuss routine business including approving minutes, public comments, and updates on various projects. Key items include reviewing a budget request, the Bird City application, and planning for public events and outreach. No official City Council action will be taken.

• Review Budget Request
• Bird City Application
• Plaque for St. Francis School to be presented at City Council meeting on September 13
• Purple Martin Update
• Christmas Tree Walk and Christmas Bird Count

The committee approved a 2022 budget proposal totaling $4,375, which includes a $3,025 request and $1,350 in carry-over funds. Members also discussed updates for the upcoming Bird City application and reviewed plans for community outreach events, including Swift Night Out and Brownie Scout programs.

• Approved August 2021 meeting minutes
• Approved 2022 budget proposal of $4,375
• Adjourned meeting at 6:56 p.m.

Geneva Lake Use Committee

The Geneva Lake Use Committee is meeting to discuss and possibly act on its financial report, the 2022 budget contributions from municipalities, and the resignation of its Secretary/Treasurer. The agenda is largely administrative, with no major policy decisions or public hearings listed.

• GLUC Financial Report and authorization to pay the Secretary/Treasurer
• 2022 Budget contributions from municipalities
• Resignation of Secretary/Treasurer
• Approval of October 20, 2020 meeting minutes

Common Council

The Lake Geneva Common Council will consider a 4% cost of living increase for non-represented city employees and various land use requests. The meeting also includes discussions regarding a potential forensic audit of the Downtown Business Improvement District finances.

• Proposed 4% cost of living increase for non-represented city employees
• Resolution 21-R61 regarding 2023 Riviera Ballroom rental rates
• Ordinance 21-06 disallowing northbound left turns on Edwards Blvd from Highway 50
• Kwik Trip expansion at 710 Williams St and General Development Plan for 898 S. Wells St
• Potential hiring of a Forensic Auditor for Downtown Business Improvement District finances

The Common Council approved a 4% cost-of-living increase for all non-represented city employees as part of the 2022 budget, and approved Resolution 21-R61 amending the fee schedule for 2023 Riviera Ballroom rental rates, with an amendment setting the resident rate increase at 0% excluding setup fee and taxes. The council also approved additional funding for the Geneva Lake Law Enforcement Agency using $8,500 in surplus beach revenues and $6,500 in surplus Wisconsin DNR lakefront grant funds. Several planning items advanced, including a conditional use permit for a physical activity studio at 1227 Grant St. and a Kwik Trip store addition at 710 Williams St. The council voted to refer a proposed forensic audit of Downtown Business Improvement District finances back to the BID, and continued an impact fee study request to a later meeting.

• Approved 4% cost-of-living increase for non-represented city employees in 2022 budget (8-0)
• Approved Resolution 21-R61 amending 2023 Riviera Ballroom rental rates; amendment set resident rate increase at 0% excluding setup fee and taxes (amendment 5-3, original 7-1)
• Approved additional funding for Geneva Lake Law Enforcement Agency using $8,500 surplus beach revenues and $6,500 surplus DNR lakefront grant funds (8-0)
• Approved Ordinance 21-06 banning northbound left turns from Highway 50 onto the 300 Block of North Edwards Blvd; amendment clarified distance from Highway 50 center line (8-0)
• Approved Conditional Use Permit for physical activity studio at 1227 Grant St. (8-0)
• Approved Kwik Trip store addition at 710 Williams St. (8-0)
• Referred proposed forensic audit of BID finances back to the BID for a formal request (8-0)
• Denied Pollard erroneous tax claim (8-0) and approved Police Sergeant employee contracts subject to City Attorney changes (8-0)

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee will discuss several infrastructure and maintenance items. Topics include sidewalk assessment policies, library restroom funding, and the 2022 Street Improvement Project.

• Sidewalk assessment and cost share policy discussion
• Library restroom funding and Library Park sidewalk repair
• Potential vacation of Logan Street
• 2022 Street Improvement Project discussion
• Winter maintenance of City bike paths

The Public Works Committee approved a motion directing MSA Professional Services to present two options for the 2022 Street Improvement Project on Pine Tree Ln and Marianne Ter: a mill and overlay and a full reconstruction, both including utility replacement options and lift station access. It also approved amending an ordinance to require adjacent homeowners to clear snow from bike paths that run parallel or adjacent to City streets, where applicable based on a map. Other items, including Oak Hill Cemetery, Library Park sidewalk repair, vacating Logan Street, and vandalism at Dunn Field, were continued. Speeding concerns on George Street were referred to the Police & Fire Commission, and the City Engineers were directed to review whether the guardrail on George Street at Maxwell Street is needed.

• Approved directing MSA to present two 2022 Street Improvement Project options (mill and overlay vs. full reconstruction) including utility replacement and lift station access (8-0)
• Approved amending ordinance to require adjacent homeowners to clear snow from bike paths parallel or adjacent to City streets, where applicable per map (5-0)
• Referred George Street speeding concerns to the Police & Fire Commission (5-0)
• Directed City Engineers to review whether the George Street guardrail at Maxwell Street is needed and report back next month (5-0)
• Approved July 26, 2021 Public Works Committee minutes (5-0)
• Continued Oak Hill Cemetery item (5-0)
• Continued Library Park sidewalk repair item (5-0)
• Continued Logan Street vacation item (5-0)

Board of Park Commissioners

The Lake Geneva Board of Park Commissioners is meeting to discuss and potentially recommend appointments, review updates from the YMCA and committees, and consider approving an invoice for work on the Park and Open Space Plan. The agenda includes presentations from a sign company and the Avian and Tree Committees, as well as a review of the Park and Open Space Plan by MSA.

• Discussion/recommendation to appoint Peggy Schneider as Playground Equipment Subcommittee Coordinator
• Presentation by Dave Volk from Innovative Solutions Sign Company
• Presentation by the Avian Committee
• Presentation by the Tree Committee
• Discussion/recommendation to approve invoice from MSA Corp for Park and Open Space Project work, not to exceed $3,300

The Board approved a payment to MSA. Members discussed the deteriorating condition of ball fields and the need for resurfacing, though no formal action was taken on field repairs.

• Approved $3,300.00 invoice from MSA
• Approved July meeting minutes

Finance, Licensing, and Regulation Committee

The Finance, Licensing, and Regulation Committee will discuss and make recommendations on several items, including a proposed 4% cost-of-living increase for non-represented city employees in the 2022 budget, an amended police sergeant contract, and possible changes to animal regulations and Riviera Ballroom rental rates. They will also consider a Tier II event permit for Oktoberfest and a funding request from the Geneva Lake Law Enforcement Agency. The meeting is open to the public and will be held in person and virtually.

• Proposed 4% cost-of-living increase for non-represented city employees (2022 budget)
• Amended contract for police sergeants
• Tier II Event Permit for Oktoberfest (Oct 8-10, 2021, Downtown Lake Geneva incl. Flat Iron Park)
• Possible amendment to Chapter 10: Animals of the Municipal Code
• Presentation of bills: prepaid $43,292.69, regular $190,046.35

The committee approved several financial and regulatory measures, including a 4% cost-of-living increase for non-represented city employees and a 10% rate hike for the Riviera Ballroom. Members also authorized an Oktoberfest event permit, amended police sergeant contracts, and approved changes to municipal animal codes. Additionally, the committee moved to further investigate using American Rescue Plan Act funds for the Lake View Drive restoration project.

• Approved Oktoberfest event permit (4-0)
• Approved 8 temporary operator licenses (5-0)
• Approved 4% cost-of-living increase for 2022 budget (4-0)
• Approved amended police sergeant contracts (4-0)
• Approved animal code amendments (3-1)
• Approved 10% Riviera Ballroom rate increase (3-1)
• Approved additional Geneva Lake Law Enforcement Agency funding (3-0)
• Approved $233,339.04 in total bills (4-0)

Police and Fire Commission

The Lake Geneva Police and Fire Commission is meeting for a special session to discuss the 2022 budgets for the Police and Fire Departments. The commission will also enter closed session to discuss the Town of Geneva Emergency Services Agreement, with possible action afterward. No formal City Council action will be taken, though a quorum may be present.

• Discussion of Police Department 2022 budget
• Discussion of Fire Department 2022 budget
• Closed session per Wisconsin Statute 19.85(1)(e) to discuss Town of Geneva Emergency Services Agreement
• Possible action on items from closed session

The Police and Fire Commission held budget workshops for the 2022 Police and Fire Department budgets. Following a closed session, the Commission authorized the Fire Chief to negotiate an emergency services agreement with the Town of Geneva.

• Authorized Fire Chief to negotiate Town of Geneva agreement (4-0)
• Closed session convened regarding public business (4-0)
• Returned to open session (4-0)

Piers, Harbors, and Lakefront Committee

The Piers, Harbors, and Lakefront Committee will discuss and possibly recommend actions on several lakefront items, including weeds in the city lagoon, the CD3 Boat Cleaning Machine, Community Service Officer patrols, and a kiosk at the boat launch. The meeting is open to the public in person and virtually. No official Council action will be taken.

• Discussion of weeds within the City lagoon
• Discussion regarding the CD3 Boat Cleaning Machine
• Discussion regarding Community Service Officer patrols of the lakefront
• Discussion/Recommendation regarding placement of a kiosk at the boat launch

The committee approved the July 13, 2021 minutes. Members reached a consensus to place the CD3 Boat Cleaning Machine on the south side of Baker Street during its next placement. No other formal actions were taken on lagoon weeds, lakefront patrols, or boat launch kiosks.

• Approved July 13, 2021 committee minutes (unanimous voice vote)
• Reached consensus to place CD3 Boat Cleaning Machine on south side of Baker Street

Common Council

The Lake Geneva Common Council will consider awarding contracts for the Lake Geneva Public Library renovation project, including asbestos abatement and general construction, and will hold first readings on ordinances regarding traffic turns and a direct annexation. The agenda also includes several liquor license applications and a road patch work proposal.

• Bid award for library asbestos abatement to Hogan Environmental Cleaning LLC, not to exceed $69,450
• Bid award for library renovation to Selzer-Ornst Construction Company, not to exceed $870,893
• First reading of Ordinance 21-06 to disallow left turns for northbound traffic on Edwards Blvd from Highway 50 into the 300 block
• First reading of Ordinance 21-07 for direct annexation of territory in Town of Geneva
• Original Class B fermented malt beverage and Class C wine licenses for Zaab Corner Bistro (501 Broad St) and O2 Lounge (647 Main St #100)

The Common Council approved two contracts for the Lake Geneva Public Library renovation project, totaling $940,343. Additionally, the Council approved an annexation ordinance for territory in the Town of Geneva and granted several liquor and retail licenses. The meeting also included a review of the 2020 annual financial report.

• Approved $69,450 asbestos abatement contract for library (8-0)
• Approved $870,893 library renovation contract with Selzer-Ornst (8-0)
• Approved annexation ordinance 21-07 (8-0)
• Approved consent agenda for event permits and parking waivers (8-0)
• Approved liquor/wine licenses for Zaab Corner Bistro and O2 Lounge (8-0)
• Approved $11,899 road patch contract for 600 Bloomfield Rd (8-0)
• Accepted August 3 payment approval reports (8-0)
• Approved July 26 meeting minutes (8-0)

Police and Fire Commission

The Lake Geneva Police and Fire Commission will consider approving July 2021 bills for police and fire departments, discuss the 2022 budget, and review monthly activity reports. The agenda also includes hiring approvals, ambulance fee schedule updates, and a closed session to discuss the Town of Geneva contract.

• Police bills: $316,394.60 total (operating $311,622.03, capital -$15,305.43, equipment $20,078.00)
• Fire bills: $105,544.38 total (operating $87,147.79, capital $18,396.59)
• Hiring of Firefighter/EMT Matthew Annis and Christian Jannsen, pending background and medical
• Discussion on revised ambulance fee schedule approved by Common Council
• Closed session to discuss Town of Geneva contract

The Police and Fire Commission approved July bills for the Police Department ($316,394.60) and Fire Department ($105,544.38), both on 4-0 roll call votes. It also confirmed a part-time Community Service Officer eligibility list and approved hiring two Firefighter/EMTs pending background and medical approval, each 4-0. The Commission received a proposed 2022 police budget, including a proposed 4% wage increase and body worn camera information, with a budget workshop set for August 22, 2021. Members went into closed session to discuss the Town of Geneva contract and took no action on closed session items afterward.

• Approved July 2021 Police Department bills totaling $316,394.60 (4-0)
• Approved July 2021 Fire Department bills totaling $105,544.38 (4-0)
• Approved part-time Community Service Officer eligibility list (4-0)
• Approved hiring Firefighter/EMT Matthew Annis and Firefighter/EMT Christian Jannsen pending background and medical approval (4-0)
• Approved July 8, 2021 regular meeting minutes (4-0)
• Went into closed session on the Town of Geneva contract (4-0)
• Returned to open session; no action taken on closed session items
• Adjourned at 7:11 p.m. (4-0)

Business Improvement District (BID)

The Business Improvement District Board will hold a meeting to review financials and receive updates. The agenda includes appearances by the Event Director, VISIT Lake Geneva, and the tourism board.

• Approval of financials
• Updates from Event Director Kristi Tarantino
• Appearance by VISIT Lake Geneva
• Appearance by tourism board
• Payment of bills

The Business Improvement District board approved its financials after an audit report from CLAconnect was distributed. Board president Speedo said he wanted answers about the last three years before signing the audit, noting the current board is all new and citing an $80K deficit when he became president. The board also approved the previous meeting's minutes and set its next meeting for September 8 at 9am at the Riviera. Public comments raised questions about the audit and internal controls and concerns about light limitations on Hwy 50.

• Approved minutes from the last meeting
• Approved financials (all approve); audit report from CLAconnect distributed, president wants answers on last three years before signing
• Set next meeting: September 8 at 9am at the Riviera
• Adjourned (all approve)

Avian Committee

The Lake Geneva Avian Committee is meeting to discuss routine business including budget, updates on the Purple Martin program, plans for Swift Night Out, and the Bird City application. The agenda is mostly informational and planning-focused; no official City Council action will be taken, though a quorum of the Council may be present.

• Budget review
• Purple Martin program update
• Swift Night Out event plans
• Christmas Tree Walk at the Museum
• Bird City application

The committee agreed to request $3,025 from the city and use $1,350 from carry-over funds for the 2022 budget. Members also discussed plans for Purple Martin houses, native plant outreach, and upcoming community events.

• Approved June 2021 meeting minutes
• Agreed to request $3,025 from the city for 2022 budget
• Agreed to debit $1,350 from carry-over funds for 2022 budget
• Set total 2022 budget at $4,375

Finance, Licensing, and Regulation Committee

The Finance, Licensing, and Regulation Committee will discuss and make recommendations on several liquor licenses, a parking fee waiver, road maintenance, a possible ordinance change, library funding, ballroom rates, and a city newsletter. They will also approve minutes and pay bills totaling over $257,000.

• Temporary liquor licenses for FalzFest (Sept 17, 965 Wells St) and Fall Irish Fest (Sept 25-26, 148 W Main St)
• Original Class B beer and Class C wine licenses for Zaab Corner Bistro (501 Broad St) and O2 Lounge (647 Main St #100)
• Parking stall fee waiver for FireBelles fundraiser at Hogs & Kisses, 149 Broad St, Sept 19
• Road patch work near 600 Bloomfield Rd, possibly funded from Road Maintenance Fund
• Bills: prepaid $106,583.27, regular $150,663.77

The Finance, Licensing & Regulation Committee approved several items 5-0, including $11,899 in road patch work near 600 Bloomfield Rd, an ordinance amendment barring left turns into 350 N Edwards Blvd for northbound traffic, and a series of temporary and original alcohol licenses. It tabled to August 17 decisions on additional capital funds for the Library Renovation project and on amending Riviera Ballroom rental rates. A proposal to create a city newsletter drew discussion but no action, and the committee approved prepaid bills of $106,583.27 and regular bills of $150,663.77.

• Approved road patch work near 600 Bloomfield Rd, not to exceed $11,899 (5-0)
• Approved ordinance amendment disallowing left turns into 350 N Edwards Blvd for northbound traffic (5-0)
• Approved temporary Class B/Class B license for Lot of Love Inc at FalzFest, Sept 17, 2021, 965 Wells St (5-0)
• Approved temporary Class B/Class B license for St Francis de Sales Catholic Church Fall Irish Fest, Sept 25-26, 2021, 148 W Main St (5-0)
• Approved temporary operator license for Robert McCormick at Fall Irish Fest (5-0)
• Approved parking stall fee waiver for Lake Geneva FireBelles fundraiser, eight stalls at 149 Broad St, Sept 19, 2021 (5-0)
• Approved original Class B fermented malt beverage and Class C wine licenses for Zaab Corner Bistro, 501 Broad St, and O2 Lounge, 647 Main St #100 (5-0 each)
• Continued library renovation capital funds and Riviera Ballroom rate amendment to Aug 17, 2021 (5-0 each); no action on city newsletter proposal

Committee of the Whole

The Lake Geneva Committee of the Whole is meeting on August 2, 2021, primarily to receive reports from standing committees, boards, and council representatives. No official Council action will be taken, as this is a discussion-only meeting. The agenda is largely procedural, with no specific proposals or decisions listed.

• Public comments limited to 5 minutes per Wis. Stats. §19.84(2)
• Reports from Finance, Personnel, Public Works, and Piers/Harbors/Lakefront committees
• Reports from Utility Commission, Tree Board, Police & Fire Commission, Plan Commission, and others
• Reports from representatives to VISIT Lake Geneva, Geneva Lake Museum, and Lake Geneva Economic Development Corporation

The Committee of the Whole met on August 2, 2021 and received standing committee, commission, and board reports along with public comments. No motions were voted on except to adjourn, which carried unanimously. The minutes record no approvals, denials, or tabled items of business.

• Adjourned meeting at 7:28 pm (unanimous)

Personnel Committee

The Lake Geneva Personnel Committee is meeting to discuss and make recommendations on several personnel matters, including hiring a full-time City Assessor, a proposed 4% cost of living increase for non-represented employees in the 2022 budget, and an amended contract for police sergeants. The committee will also review the job evaluation process, consider a compensation study, and discuss creating an ADA Compliance Officer position. No official Council action will be taken at this meeting.

• Discussion/recommendation on hiring a full-time City Assessor
• Proposed 4% cost of living increase for all non-represented city employees in 2022 budget
• Amended contract for Sergeants within the Lake Geneva Police Department
• Request for Proposals for City Employee Compensation Study
• Possible creation of an ADA Compliance Officer position

The committee approved a 4% cost of living increase for non-represented employees and a new contract scale for police sergeants. It also authorized a request for proposals for a city employee compensation study. No action was taken on the hiring of a full-time City Assessor.

• Approved 4% cost of living increase for non-represented employees (5-0)
• Approved amended contract and new wage scale for police sergeants (5-0)
• Approved RFP for City Employee Compensation Study (5-0)
• Approved July 1, 2021 Special Personnel Committee minutes (4-0)
• Tabled creation of ADA Compliance Officer to next month (5-0)
• Denied motion to continue City Assessor hiring discussion to September (0-5)

Common Council

The Lake Geneva Common Council will hear the 2020 audit presentation, consider several temporary alcohol licenses, and act on recommendations from the Finance and Planning committees, including a claim disallowance, fee schedule changes, and multiple conditional use permits. The agenda also includes a closed session on potential litigation.

• 2020 City of Lake Geneva Annual Financial Report and Management Letter
• Disallowance of claim by Alex Knable for asphalt damage to snow blower
• Resolution 21-R53 amending Fire Department Fees
• Authorization of $3,356 contingency for ordinance amendment (Act 67)
• Conditional use permits for Maxwell Mansion, pier at 901 Snake Rd, rebuild at 978 N Knoll Ln

The Common Council approved several conditional use permits, including one for the Maxwell Mansion and another for a pier installation. They also authorized a residential subdivision plat for Omega Homes and a general development plan for The Vistas Group. Additionally, the Council approved a 90-day trial for a church parking permit program and disallowed a damage claim filed by Alex Knable.

• Approved 2020 Annual Financial Report and Management Letter (7-0)
• Disallowed claim filed by Alex Knable (6-1)
• Approved outdoor dining and alcohol extension for 150 Center Street (7-0)
• Approved $3,356 in contingency funds for ordinance amendments (6-1)
• Approved 90-day trial for church parking permits (7-0)
• Approved subdivision final plat for Omega Homes (4-3)
• Approved conditional use permit for Maxwell Mansion (6-1)
• Approved conditional use permit for pier at 901 Snake Rd (7-0)

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee will review updates on paving schedules and various city projects. Members will discuss recommendations for trash and recycling schedules, bike trail maintenance, and sidewalk policies. The meeting also includes discussions on road repairs and snow removal operations.

• Updates on 2021 Paving and paving schedules for Pine Tree Ln and Marianne Terr
• Discussion of road patch work near 600 Bloomfield Rd using Capital Improvement Funds
• Discussion of Change Order #2 for the 2020 Street Program
• Discussion regarding trash and recycling schedules
• Discussion regarding sidewalk maintenance policy and Library Park sidewalk repairs

The Lake Geneva Public Works Committee approved several recommendations for the Finance, Licensing, and Regulation Committee, including repairs for a damaged section of the bike trail and road patching near 600 Bloomfield Rd. The committee also directed the Department of Public Works to paint lane-end indicators and install signage on Edwards Blvd, restricted northbound left turns into the first two driveways off Highway 50 at 350 N Edwards Blvd, and referred the city's snow removal policy to the Downtown Business Improvement District. Additionally, the committee denied Change Order #2 for the 2020 Street Program and referred several items to future meetings or the Park Board.

• Approved June 28, 2021 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Recommended bike trail repairs and fence fixes to Finance, Licensing, and Regulation Committee (5-0)
• Recommended road patch work near 600 Bloomfield Rd to Finance, Licensing, and Regulation Committee (5-0)
• Directed DPW to paint lane-end indicators and install sidewalk-end signage on Edwards Blvd (5-0)
• Referred current snow removal policy to Downtown Business Improvement District for discussion (4-1)
• Restricted northbound left turns for the first two driveways off Highway 50 at 350 N Edwards Blvd (5-0)
• Referred Four Seasons Nature Preserve tower and boardwalk item to the Park Board (5-0)
• Denied Change Order #2 for the 2020 Street Program (5-0)

Board of Park Commissioners

The Lake Geneva Board of Park Commissioners will discuss and possibly recommend actions on several park-related items, including renovations at Veterans Park, a 5-year Park and Open Space Plan update, and park rental fees. The board will also consider approving an invoice for professional services and hear a quarterly YMCA update.

• Discussion/recommendation on Veterans Park renovations including Lions Den, fields, home plates, and playground equipment repairs
• MSA presentation on Park and Open Space Plan 5-year update
• Approval of invoice from MSA Professional Services Inc. for services from March 21 to July 3, 2021, not to exceed $6,600
• Vote on new name and signage for Mary Koutsky Four Seasons Nature Preserve, including $4,000 for a front sign and $4,000 for gravel
• Discussion on park rental fees

The Board approved payment for MSA services and reviewed a public works presentation on the city's 5-year update. Members discussed the need for a park plan, new playground equipment, and signage maintenance.

• Approved May and June 15, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved $6,600 invoice for MSA

Finance, Licensing, and Regulation Committee

The Finance, Licensing, and Regulation Committee will discuss and make recommendations on several temporary retail liquor licenses for community events, a massage establishment license renewal, and a possible alcohol premises extension. They will also consider amendments to the city fee schedule for fire department fees, funding for zoning ordinance updates, a policy on remote meeting attendance, a possible church parking permit, and an impact fee study. The meeting includes routine approval of minutes and payment of bills.

• Temporary Class B licenses for Rotary Club's String of Pearls Gala (Aug 28, Riviera, 812 Wrigley Dr) and Oktoberfest (Oct 9-10, Flat Iron Park)
• Temporary Class B licenses for Star Rising Foundation's Lake Geneva LIVE events (Aug 1 and Aug 8, Flat Iron Park)
• Temporary Class B license for American Legion Post #24's 14th Annual Car Show (July 31, 715 S Wells St)
• Renewal of massage establishment license for O'Mann Therapeutic Massage LLC (901 Maxwell St)
• Resolution 21-R53 amending Fire Department fees; authorization of funding for zoning ordinance amendments (Act 67)

The Finance, Licensing & Regulation Committee approved several temporary alcohol licenses for summer and fall events, allowed outdoor dining and an alcohol premises extension at 150 Center Street, and approved a fee schedule amendment for Fire Department fees. It also approved funding for zoning ordinance amendments to conform with Act 67, a remote meeting policy, and a Sunday church parking pass trial. The committee directed the City Attorney to review impact fee requests and took no action on the June Treasurer's Report.

• Approved minutes of July 6, 2021 meeting (4-0)
• Approved temporary Class B license for Rotary Club 'String of Pearls' Gala on Aug 28, 2021 (4-0)
• Approved temporary Class B license for Rotary Club Oktoberfest Oct 9-10, 2021 (4-0)
• Approved temporary Class B license for Star Rising Foundation Lake Geneva LIVE on Aug 1, 2021 (4-0)
• Approved temporary Class B license for Star Rising Foundation Lake Geneva LIVE on Aug 8, 2021 (4-0)
• Approved temporary Class B license for American Legion Post #24 Car Show on July 31, 2021 (4-0)
• Approved renewal massage establishment license for O'Mann Therapeutic Massage LLC (4-0)
• Approved outdoor dining and alcohol premises extension at 150 Center Street with barrier requirement (4-0)

Piers, Harbors, and Lakefront Committee

The Piers, Harbors, and Lakefront Committee is meeting to discuss and recommend approval of the May 11, 2021 meeting minutes and receive the Harbormaster's report. No official Council action will be taken; the agenda is largely procedural.

• Discussion/recommendation on May 11, 2021 committee minutes
• Harbormaster report
• Public comments limited to 5 minutes on agenda items

The Lake Geneva Piers, Harbors, and Lakefront Committee approved the minutes from its May 11, 2021 meeting by unanimous voice vote. The committee also heard public comments from the Mayor and received a report from the Harbormaster before adjourning at 5:07 p.m.

• Approved May 11, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous voice vote)

Common Council

The Lake Geneva Common Council will consider several financial and regulatory items, including awarding contracts for roof projects, approving street improvement payments, and amending zoning regulations. The agenda also includes a resolution to ratify the COVID-19 emergency proclamation and discussions on job descriptions and police handbook changes. A closed session is scheduled for legal advice regarding litigation.

• Ordinance 21-05 amending zoning regulations for substandard lots, lakeshore, drainageway, woodland, and steep slope overlay districts
• Resolution 21-R52 to ratify COVID-19 emergency proclamation
• Award roof contracts: City Hall to Top Roofing ($82,500), Street Dept 2021-01 to Midwest Roofing ($40,480), Street Dept 2021-02 to Humphreys Contracting ($91,650)
• Street program pay requests: Wolf Construction ($150,963.03 and $357,733.08), Payne and Dolan ($14,865.13, reduced to $12,815.13)
• Write off $718.93 in delinquent personal property taxes

The Common Council approved the consent agenda, awarded bids for municipal roof projects and street improvements, and authorized several pay requests for ongoing street programs. The Council also voted to extend the COVID-19 emergency proclamation through December 31, 2021, and referred Ordinance 21-05 regarding zoning regulations back to the Planning Commission.

• Approved regular council minutes of June 28, 2021 (8-0)
• Approved consent agenda including temporary alcohol licenses, operator licenses, and sidewalk café permits (8-0)
• Approved Flat Iron Tap sidewalk café permit for 12 seats on Center Street (8-0)
• Referred Ordinance 21-05 regarding zoning regulations back to the Planning Commission (8-0)
• Extended COVID-19 emergency proclamation and virtual meeting provisions to December 31, 2021 (8-0)
• Amended municipal court clerk and assistant municipal court clerk job descriptions (8-0)
• Approved changes to the Police Department Civilian Handbook (8-0)
• Authorized write-off of $718.93 in uncollectible 2019 personal property taxes (8-0)

Police and Fire Commission

The Commission will review June 2021 bills for the Fire and Police departments. The meeting includes discussions on ambulance fee schedules, job descriptions, and the 2021 and 2022 budget timelines.

• Approval of Fire Department bills totaling $139,716.17
• Approval of Police Department bills totaling $344,387.28
• Discussion of revised ambulance fee schedule
• Approval of hiring Firefighter/EMT Christian Jansen and Jesus Abarca
• Confirmation of Promotion Officer Tietz to Detective

The Police and Fire Commission approved June 2021 bills for both departments, totaling $139,716.17 for Fire and $344,387.28 for Police, each on 5-0 votes. It approved the 2020 Fire Department Annual Report, a revised ambulance fee schedule recommended to the Finance, License and Regulation committee and City Council, and the sale listing of a 1995 Combee airboat. The Commission also recommended hiring two Firefighter/EMTs pending background and medical exams, confirmed Officer Tietz's promotion to Detective, accepted a Community Service Officer's resignation, and approved three updated police job descriptions. The meeting included a closed session on Police Department employment; no action was taken afterward.

• Approved June 2021 Fire Department bills totaling $139,716.17 (5-0)
• Approved June 2021 Police Department bills totaling $344,387.28 (5-0)
• Approved 2020 Fire Department Annual Report (5-0)
• Recommended revised ambulance fee schedule to FLR and City Council (5-0)
• Authorized listing 1995 Combee airboat for sale (5-0)
• Recommended hiring Firefighter/EMT Christian Jansen and Jesus Abarca pending background and medical exams (5-0)
• Approved updated job descriptions for Chief of Police, Administrative Lieutenant and Patrol Lieutenant (5-0)
• Confirmed promotion of Officer Tietz to Detective (5-0)

Business Improvement District (BID)

The Lake Geneva Business Improvement District board will hold its regular monthly meeting. The agenda includes updates on the Oktoberfest event and marketing efforts, a discussion about lighting trees in Flat Iron Park and the Riviera, and approval of financials and bills. The meeting is largely procedural, with no major policy decisions or contracts listed.

• Oktoberfest update from Event Director Kristi Tarantino
• Discussion of lighting trees in Flat Iron and Riviera
• Approval of financials
• Approval of minutes from last meeting
• Comments from the public (5-minute limit)

The Lake Geneva Business Improvement District board approved the minutes from the previous meeting and the current financial reports. Members also voted to purchase replacement lights and a timer for the bridge and approved a new logo for the upcoming Oktoberfest event.

• Approved previous meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved financial reports (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of replacement bridge lights and timer (unanimous)
• Approved Oktoberfest logo (unanimous)

Finance, Licensing, and Regulation Committee

The Finance, Licensing, and Regulation Committee will review several license applications, including temporary alcohol permits and sidewalk café requests. The committee will also discuss bids for City Hall and Street Department roof projects and review multiple pay requests for street programs.

• Pay requests for 2021 Street program totaling up to $508,696.11 from Wolf Construction
• Pay request for 2020 Street program up to $14,865.13 from Payne and Dolan
• Bids for City Hall Roof Project and Street Department Roof Projects
• Resolution 21-R51 to write off $718.93 in delinquent 2019 personal property taxes
• New sidewalk café applications for Heart & Sol Café and Flat Iron Tap

The Finance, Licensing & Regulation Committee approved a $82,500 City Hall roof bid to Top Roofing and awarded two street department roof bids: Midwest Roofing for 1055 Carey St (not to exceed $40,480) and Humphrey's Contracting LLC for 1065 Carey St (not to exceed $91,650), the latter on a 4-1 vote. The committee also approved several license applications, pay requests for street programs, and directed staff to draft policies on remote meeting attendance, church parking, dog licensing, and an impact fee study. A claim for snow blower damage was denied 3-2, and the Library Renovation funding discussion was continued.

• Approved City Hall roof bid to Top Roofing for $82,500 (5-0)
• Awarded 1055 Carey St roof bid to Midwest Roofing, not to exceed $40,480 (4-1, Fesenmaier no)
• Awarded 1065 Carey St roof bid to Humphrey's Contracting LLC, not to exceed $91,650 (4-1, Fesenmaier no)
• Approved pay request #1 to Wolf Construction, not to exceed $150,963.03 (5-0)
• Approved pay request #2 to Wolf Construction, not to exceed $357,733.08 (5-0)
• Approved pay request #3 to Payne and Dolan, not to exceed $12,815.13 (5-0)
• Denied claim by Alex Knable for snow blower damage (3-2, Fesenmaier and Halverson no)
• Directed City Administrator to draft remote meeting attendance policy (5-0)

Avian Committee

The Lake Geneva Avian Committee is meeting virtually to discuss updates on the Purple Martin program, the long-term status of the Story Book Trail, and plans for Swift Night Out. The agenda also includes budget status, bird walk updates, and publicity for past and future events. No official City Council action will be taken; the meeting is for committee discussion only.

• Purple Martin Update
• Story Book Trail long-term status
• Swift Night Out plans
• Budget status
• Christmas Bird Count and Christmas Tree Walk at the Museum

The Avian Committee approved the minutes from their June 2021 meeting. The committee discussed ongoing projects including Purple Martin housing, Story Book Trail maintenance, and planning for the upcoming Swift Night Out event.

• Approved June 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:55 p.m. (unanimous)

Committee of the Whole

The scheduled meeting of the Lake Geneva Committee of the Whole for July 5, 2021, was canceled. The agenda consisted of procedural items including committee reports and representative updates.

Personnel Committee

The Lake Geneva Personnel Committee is meeting to discuss and potentially recommend the creation and issuance of a Request for Proposals (RFP) for a City Employee Compensation Study. This is a discussion and recommendation item only; no official Council action will be taken at this meeting.

• Discussion and recommendation on creating an RFP for a City Employee Compensation Study

The Personnel Committee voted 4-0 to approve creating and issuing a Request for Proposals for a City Employee Compensation Study. Chairperson Hedlund asked that the study cover all city employees, including union members and museum employees, and Flower asked that it include benefit comparisons. Two residents spoke in favor of a new compensation study, with one also urging the City to move away from performance/merit pay. The meeting adjourned at 5:11 p.m.

• Approved creating and issuing an RFP for a City Employee Compensation Study (4-0)
• Adjourned (4-0)

Personnel Committee

The Lake Geneva Personnel Committee is meeting to discuss and recommend changes to the Police Department Civilian Handbook and to modify job descriptions for the Municipal Court Clerk and Assistant Court Clerk. The committee will also enter closed session to consider employment data for these positions and telecommunicator positions. No official Council action will be taken at this meeting.

• Discussion/recommendation on changes to Police Department Civilian Handbook
• Request to modify Municipal Court Clerk job description
• Request to modify Assistant Court Clerk job description
• Closed session on employment data for court clerk and telecommunicator positions

The committee directed the City Administrator to review Municipal Court Clerk and Assistant Court Clerk job descriptions. The Administrator will compare these roles against similar city positions to provide a recommendation regarding wage scales. The committee also approved the minutes from the March 30, 2021 meeting.

• Approved March 30, 2021 minutes (3-0)
• Combined agenda items #5 and #6 for discussion (3-0)
• Referred job description modifications to City Administrator (3-0)
• Convened into closed session (3-0)
• Reconvened into open session (3-0)
• Ordered city-wide review of similar staff roles for wage scale recommendation (3-0)
• Adjourned meeting (3-0)

Common Council

The Common Council will review several land use applications, including a Kwik Trip development plan and multiple conditional use permits. The meeting also includes discussions on a new brine spray system purchase and various city policy updates.

• First reading of Ordinance 21-05 regarding various zoning district regulations
• General Development Plan for Kwik Trip at 898 S Wells St
• Purchase of a 1,300 gallon Varitech Tank/Spray Brine system from Walworth County
• Alcohol license application for Hill Valley Dairy at 512 Broad St
• Conditional use permit for a bypass drive lane at 104 Wells St (McDonalds Corporation)

The Lake Geneva Common Council approved several conditional use permits, a liquor license, and a shared use agreement for a boat cleaning machine during its regular meeting. The council denied a Kwik Trip general development plan and a guardrail repair quote, referring both back to committees for further review. Additionally, the council denied operator licenses for Kendra Holmes and Elizabeth Gardner pending complete reapplication.

• Approved regular council minutes of June 14, 2021 (8-0)
• Approved consent agenda including Alzheimer's Association event permit and Senior Cab taxi license renewal (8-0)
• Approved shared use agreement with GLEA and GLC for the CD3 Boat Cleaning Machine, with the city handling pickup and delivery (8-0)
• Approved Class “B” Fermented Malt Beverage & Class “C” Wine License for Hill Valley Dairy LLC at 512 Broad St (8-0)
• Approved City of Lake Geneva Donation Policy (8-0)
• Approved policy for private parking stall reservations on Wrigley Drive (6-2)
• Failed to approve Century quote not to exceed $10,000 for damaged guardrail repair (2-6); subsequently referred back to Public Works Committee (8-0)
• Approved purchase of 1,300 gallon Varitech Tank/Spray Brine system from Walworth County using Capital Improvement Fund (8-0)

Public Works Committee

The committee will discuss recommendations for street improvement RFPs and several payment requests for ongoing street programs. Members will also consider new parking permit options and ADA compliance standards.

• RFP discussion for 2022 Street Improvement Project
• Wolf Construction pay request #1 for 2021 Street program up to $150,963.03
• Wolf Construction pay request #2 for 2021 Street program up to $357,733.08
• Payne and Dolan pay request #3 and Change Order #2 for 2020 Street program up to $14,865.13
• Proposed 'church-pass' and 'media-pass' parking permits

The Lake Geneva Public Works Committee recommended selecting MSA for the 2022 Street Improvement Project and approved multiple construction pay requests. The committee also approved funding for Edwards Blvd flashing beacons, referred parking permit and Flat Iron Tap terrace items to other committees, and added an ADA Transition Plan to 2022 budget hearings. Several other items were continued to the July meeting.

• Approved March 22, 2021 and April 26, 2021 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Recommended MSA for the 2022 Street Improvement Project (5-0)
• Approved Pay Request #1 for 2021 Street program by Wolf Construction, not to exceed $150,963.03 (5-0)
• Approved Pay Request #2 for 2021 Street program by Wolf Construction, not to exceed $357,733.08 (5-0)
• Approved Edwards Blvd and Geneva Parkway flashing beacon for $25,600 (5-0)
• Approved Pay Request #3 for 2020 Street program by Payne and Dolan, not to exceed $12,815.13
• Continued no left turn discussion at 350 N Edwards Blvd to July committee meeting (5-0)
• Referred church-pass parking permit request to Finance, Licensing, and Regulation Committee without recommendation (5-0)

Finance, Licensing, and Regulation Committee

The Finance, Licensing, and Regulation Committee will discuss and make recommendations on several items, including event and liquor licenses, a donation policy, a proposed parking reservation policy on Wrigley Drive, a guardrail repair invoice, a possible traffic change on N Edwards Blvd, and the purchase of a brine system. They will also review the May Treasurer's Report and approve bills totaling over $269,000.

• Tier I Event Permit for Alzheimer's Association Walk to End Alzheimer's on Sept 18 at Library Park
• Taxi license renewal for Senior Cab for July 2021–June 2022
• Original Class B beer & Class C wine license for Hill Valley Dairy at 512 Broad St
• Purchase of 1,300-gallon Varitech Tank/Spray Brine system from Walworth County using Capital Improvement Fund
• Bills: prepaid $67,749.44 and regular $201,280.83

The Lake Geneva Finance, Licensing & Regulation Committee approved a Tier I event permit for the Alzheimer's Association Walk to End Alzheimer's on Sept. 18, 2021 at Library Park, a taxi license renewal for Senior Cab, and a Class B/C wine license for Hill Valley Dairy at 512 Broad St. It approved a City donation policy and a private parking stall reservation policy for Wrigley Drive with amendments. It also approved replacing a damaged guardrail on George Street/Highway H and Maxwell Street using up to $10,000 from contingency funds, and approved buying a 1,300-gallon Varitech tank/spray brine system from Walworth County. A proposal to disallow left turns onto N Edwards Blvd was referred to the Public Works Committee; the May Treasurer's Report was presented with no action.

• Approved Tier I event permit for Alzheimer's Association Walk to End Alzheimer's, Sept. 18, 2021, Library Park (5-0)
• Approved Senior Cab taxi license renewal, July 1, 2021–June 30, 2022 (5-0)
• Approved Class B fermented malt beverage & Class C wine license for Hill Valley Dairy, 512 Broad St (5-0)
• Approved City of Lake Geneva Donation Policy (5-0)
• Approved private parking stall reservation policy for Wrigley Drive with amendments (5-0)
• Approved guardrail replacement on George Street/Highway H and Maxwell Street, up to $10,000 from contingency funds (5-0)
• Referred possible left-turn restriction at N Edwards Blvd/350 N Edwards Blvd to Public Works Committee
• Approved purchase of 1,300-gallon Varitech tank/spray brine system from Walworth County using Capital Improvement Fund (5-0)

Board of Park Commissioners

The Lake Geneva Board of Park Commissioners is meeting virtually to discuss and potentially recommend actions on several park-related items, including the Park and Open Space Plan, Veterans Park, Four Seasons Nature Preserve, Disc Golf Park, Bocce Ball Court, Maple Park, and the Dark Skies Initiative. They will also receive a quarterly presentation from the YMCA and recognize the Public Works Department for vandalism repairs.

• Quarterly presentation from YMCA CEO Mike Kramp
• Discussion on Park and Open Space Plan
• Discussion on Veterans Park
• Discussion on Four Seasons Nature Preserve (name, signage, gravel)
• Discussion on Disc Golf Park, Bocce Ball Court, Maple Park, Dark Skies Initiative

The Board of Park Commissioners met May 18, 2021, and heard public comments about a roughly 1-acre property on Cumberland being acquired by the City, with residents split on using it as a bird sanctuary or park versus concerns about traffic and tax money. The board moved agenda item 5 to item 4 and discussed Park Impact Funds and Park Fund uses, with mention that Rushwood park needs updating. MSA Corp presented on the city's open space plan and a survey, and suggested adding not-for-profit and civic groups, including the YMCA, to the study. The minutes record no formal votes on the Cumberland property or the plan; the next meeting is June 15, 2021.

• Moved agenda item 5 to item 4 (motion by Peg Esposito, seconded by Mary Jo)
• No vote recorded on use of the Cumberland property
• No vote recorded on Park Impact Funds or Park Fund uses
• MSA Corp presented the open space plan and survey; no action recorded
• Suggested adding not-for-profit and civic groups, including the YMCA, to the study
• Next meeting set for June 15, 2021 at 6:30 PM

Common Council

The Lake Geneva Common Council will consider several liquor license applications and renewals, approve payments for the Riviera Restoration Project, and discuss a resolution to ratify the COVID-19 emergency proclamation. The meeting also includes a closed session to discuss a legal claim from White River Holdings, LLC. Most items are routine approvals, but the license and payment decisions involve specific businesses and significant dollar amounts.

• Resolution 21-R44 to ratify COVID-19 emergency proclamation
• Liquor license applications for Egg Harbor Cafe (827 Main St), Comfort Suites (300 E Main St), Tienda El Rancho (1151 Elkhorn Rd)
• Pay Request #8 for Riviera Phase I: $100,722.45
• Pay Request #7 for Riviera Phase II: $788,765.45
• Closed session on White River Holdings, LLC notice of claim

The Lake Geneva Common Council approved the May 24, 2021 meeting minutes, a consent agenda of license renewals, and an extension of specific emergency proclamation provisions until July 12, 2021. The Council denied a liquor license for Egg Harbor Cafe, but approved malt beverage licenses for Comfort Suites Lake Geneva East and Tienda El Rancho, along with general liquor license renewals, a lease agreement with VISIT Lake Geneva, and two pay requests for the Riviera Restoration Project. The Council also held a closed session regarding a notice of claim from White River Holdings, LLC and directed city attorneys to proceed as discussed.

• Approved May 24, 2021 regular council minutes (8-0)
• Accepted consent agenda for sidewalk cafe and massage establishment renewals (8-0)
• Extended partial emergency proclamation regarding remote meetings and safety protocols until July 12, 2021 (8-0)
• Denied Reserve Class B Intoxicating Liquor and Class B Fermented Malt Beverage license for Lake Geneva Egg Harbor LLC (2-6)
• Approved Class B Fermented Malt Beverage license for Decorum Lake Geneva LLC d/b/a Comfort Suites Lake Geneva East (8-0)
• Approved Class B Fermented Malt Beverage license for Tienda El Rancho Inc (8-0)
• Approved Resolution 21-R35 for liquor license renewals from July 1, 2021 to June 30, 2022 (8-0)
• Approved lease for Visitor’s Center Building with VISIT Lake Geneva (8-0)

Police and Fire Commission

The Commission will review May 2021 bills for the Police and Fire departments. The agenda includes discussions on impact fees, police officer swearing-in, and several fire department hiring approvals.

• Approval of $317,478.05 in total Police Department bills for May 2021
• Approval of $597,028.37 in total Fire Department bills for May 2021
• Swearing in of Full Time Police Officer Xenia Rodriguez
• Hiring approvals for five Fire Department personnel including Ryan Jolly and Timothy Osnacz
• Discussion regarding impact fees for Police and Fire Departments

The Police and Fire Commission approved May 2021 bills for the Police Department totaling $317,478.05 and for the Fire Department totaling $597,028.37. It approved hiring five firefighter/EMT candidates pending background and medical checks, accepted the resignation of Firefighter/EMT Derrick Wolff, and allowed filling a vacant detective position. The commission also approved changes to the Civilian Handbook and recommended revised Telecommunicator wages to FLR, and swore in Officer Xenia Rodriguez as a full-time police officer.

• Approved May 2021 Police Department bills totaling $317,478.05 (4-0)
• Approved May 2021 Fire Department bills totaling $597,028.37 (4-0)
• Approved hiring 5 firefighter/EMT candidates pending background and medical checks (4-0)
• Accepted resignation of Firefighter/EMT Derrick Wolff (4-0)
• Allowed filling vacant detective position (4-0)
• Approved Civilian Handbook changes (4-0)
• Recommended revised Telecommunicator wages to FLR (4-0)
• Accepted $100 donation from Mr. and Ms. Anthony Broz (4-0)

Piers, Harbors, and Lakefront Committee

This meeting of the Piers, Harbors, and Lakefront Committee was canceled. The agenda included only routine items such as a harbormaster report and public comments, with no official council action planned.

• Meeting canceled
• Harbormaster report listed on agenda
• Public comments limited to 5 minutes on agenda items

Personnel Committee

The Personnel Committee will discuss and potentially take action on requests to modify job descriptions for the Municipal Court Clerk and the Assistant Court Clerk. The committee may also enter a closed session to consider employment, promotion, compensation, or performance evaluation data for these positions.

• Modification of Municipal Court Clerk job description
• Modification of Assistant Court Clerk job description
• Closed session regarding Municipal Court Clerk and Assistant Court Clerk personnel data

The Lake Geneva Personnel Committee approved the March 30, 2021 minutes and combined two agenda items for discussion. It voted 3-0 to send revised job descriptions for the Municipal Court Clerk and Assistant Court Clerk to the City Administrator for review, with possible referral to the Finance Committee. After a closed session on the two positions, the committee voted 3-0 to have the Administrator review similar roles across City staff and report back with a wage-scale recommendation. No final job description or pay changes were decided.

• Approved March 30, 2021 Personnel Committee minutes (3-0)
• Combined agenda items #5 and #6 for one discussion (3-0)
• Sent revised Municipal Court Clerk and Assistant Court Clerk job descriptions to City Administrator for review, with possible referral to Finance Committee (3-0)
• Convened into Closed Session under Wis. Stat. 19.85(1)(c) regarding the two court clerk positions (3-0 roll call)
• Reconvened into Open Session (3-0 roll call)
• Directed Administrator to review similar roles citywide and report back with a wage-scale recommendation (3-0)
• Adjourned at 5:04 p.m. (3-0)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will hear reports from various city committees, commissions, and boards. The body will also discuss the potential formation of an Ad Hoc Sustainability Committee. No official Council action is scheduled for this meeting.

• Discussion regarding the formation of an Ad Hoc Sustainability Committee
• Reports from standing committees including Finance, License & Regulation and Public Works
• Reports from commissions including Plan Commission and Police & Fire Commission
• Reports from boards including Library Board and Park Commissioners

The meeting consisted primarily of standing committee reports and updates. The Riviera Ad Hoc Restoration Committee disbanded after completing its project, and the Communications Ad Hoc Committee disbanded after a recommendation for permanence failed.

• Riviera Ad Hoc Restoration Committee disbanded
• Communications Ad Hoc Committee disbanded
• Tabled discussion on forming an Ad Hoc Sustainability Committee until August or September

Business Improvement District (BID)

The Lake Geneva Business Improvement District board will meet to approve minutes and financials, hear updates from city officials and event organizers, and discuss new business. The agenda includes reports on the Wine Walk, Oktoberfest, and Lake Geneva LIVE, as well as a grant approval for Oktoberfest.

• Grant approval for Oktoberfest
• Wine Walk recap and Oktoberfest update
• Lake Geneva LIVE update
• Approval of financials
• Pay bills

The Lake Geneva Business Improvement District board approved the minutes from the previous meeting and the district's financial reports. The financials confirmed a $4,990.67 profit from the recent Wine Walk event, which sold 543 tickets. The board also discussed upcoming events, including Lake Geneva LIVE and Oktoberfest, and set the next meeting for July 7.

• Approved minutes from last meeting (unanimous)
• Approved financial reports (unanimous)
• Confirmed $4,990.67 BID profit from Wine Walk
• Set next meeting date for July 7 at 9am (unanimous)

Finance, Licensing, and Regulation Committee

The Finance, Licensing, and Regulation Committee will discuss and make recommendations on several liquor and massage establishment licenses, a lease for the Visitor's Center, and two pay requests for the Riviera Restoration Project. They will also consider disallowing private parking stall reservations on Wrigley Dr. The meeting includes public comment and approval of previous minutes.

• Original Reserve Class B liquor and fermented malt beverage license for Egg Harbor Cafe, 827 Main St
• Sidewalk café renewal for Harborside Café, 100 Broad St; original sidewalk café application for Flat Iron Tap, 150 Center St
• Massage establishment renewals for five businesses including Element Massage Studio and Aveda Jasmine Salon and Spa
• Pay Request #8 for Riviera Phase I ($100,722.45) and Pay Request #7 for Phase II ($788,765.45) to MSI General Corp
• Disallowance of private parking stall reservations on Wrigley Dr (Main St to Broad St)

The Finance, Licensing & Regulation Committee approved two pay requests to MSI General Corp for the Riviera Restoration Project: up to $100,722.45 for Phase I and up to $788,765.45 for Phase II interior remodel and MEP work. It also approved a $1-per-year lease for the Visitor's Center building with VISIT Lake Geneva, renewed five massage establishment licenses, and approved a sidewalk café renewal for Harborside Café. An Egg Harbor Cafe liquor license application failed for lack of a second, and a Flat Iron Tap alcohol premises extension was tabled while its sidewalk café application was referred to the Public Works Committee.

• Approved Pay Request #8 to MSI General Corp for Riviera Restoration Phase I, not to exceed $100,722.45 (5-0)
• Approved Pay Request #7 to MSI General Corp for Riviera Restoration Phase II interior remodel & MEP work, not to exceed $788,765.45 (5-0)
• Approved updated Visitor's Center lease with VISIT Lake Geneva at $1 per year (5-0)
• Approved five massage establishment renewal licenses for July 1, 2021–June 30, 2022 (5-0)
• Approved Harborside Café sidewalk café renewal for July 1, 2021–June 20, 2022 (5-0)
• Egg Harbor Cafe reserve Class B liquor license application failed for lack of a second; motion to refer to Council without recommendation failed 2-5
• Tabled Flat Iron Tap alcohol premises extension at 150 Center St (5-0)
• Referred Flat Iron Tap original sidewalk café application to Public Works Committee (5-0)

Avian Committee

The Avian Committee will meet to discuss updates on the Purple Martin program and the Bird Walk. The committee will also discuss plans for Swift Night Out and outreach regarding Lake Geneva Crossing.

• Purple Martin Update
• Bird Walk Update
• Swift Night Out Plans
• Lake Geneva Crossing Outreach discussion
• Celebration of the Girl Scouts and Story Book Trail

The Avian Committee approved its April 2021 minutes and heard updates on Purple Martins, the Story Book Trail, a Bird Walk, and Swift Night Out. Members agreed to add making the Story Book Trail signs permanent as a future agenda item and discussed sharing the committee's event calendar with Lake Geneva Crossings residents. No funding, contracts, or ordinances were decided; most items were reports, planning, and assignments to committee members.

• Approved April 2021 Avian Committee minutes (motion by Zimmermann, second by Gallo; passed)
• Agreed to make permanent Story Book Trail signs a future agenda item for further discussion
• Adjourned the meeting (motion by Zimmermann, second by Gallo; approved)

Common Council

The Lake Geneva Common Council will consider a zoning ordinance amendment, several conditional use permits, and multiple recommendations from the Finance, Licensing, and Regulation Committee, including contracts, slip changes, and fee adjustments. The agenda also includes consent items for sidewalk café and taxi licenses, event permits, and a resolution to amend the fee schedule for Riviera Ballroom rentals.

• First reading of Ordinance 21-05 amending zoning chapters for SR-4 standards in ER-1 district
• Discussion/action on Strand Engineering contract for South Street Trail Project
• Discussion/action on eliminating Lagoon Slip #32 and converting slips #18 and #31 to PWC-only, with $1,200 annual resident fee
• Resolution 21-R36 amending fee schedule for Riviera Ballroom corporate and not-for-profit rental rates
• Conditional use permits for razing building at 252 Center St., additions at 600 Campbell St. and 1886 Geneva Bay Dr., and lodging at 725 and 743 W. Main St.

The Common Council voted 7-0 to refer Ordinance 21-05, which would amend several zoning sections including substandard lot, lakeshore, and overlay district regulations, back to the Plan Commission for further review. The Council also approved a contract with Strand Engineering for the South Street Trail Project, eliminated Lagoon Slip #32, converted Lagoon Slips #18 and #31 to personal watercraft only, set a $1,200 annual resident fee for those slips, and approved several conditional use permits and event permits. All actions were approved by 7-0 votes except two conditional use permits for SR-4 setbacks in the ER-1 district, which passed 6-1 with Alderperson Fesenmaier voting no.

• Referred Ordinance 21-05 (zoning amendments) to Plan Commission (7-0)
• Approved Strand Engineering contract for South Street Trail Project (7-0)
• Eliminated Lagoon Slip #32 and converted Slips #18 and #31 to personal watercraft only (7-0)
• Established $1,200 annual resident fee for personal watercraft slips (7-0)
• Approved selling parking stall marker signs at $20 per marker (7-0)
• Approved rental of Lower Center Street parking lot at $750 per day, amended from $650 (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 21-R36 amending Riviera Ballroom rental rates (7-0)
• Approved conditional use permits 21-R37 through 21-R43, with 21-R42 and 21-R43 passing 6-1 (Fesenmaier no)

Public Works Committee

The scheduled meeting of the Lake Geneva Public Works Committee for May 24, 2021, was canceled. No items were discussed or decided.

Board of Park Commissioners

The Board of Park Commissioners will hear a presentation from MSA Corp regarding the City of Lake Geneva Park and Open Space Plan. Members will also discuss and make recommendations regarding Park Impact Funds and Park Funds Use.

• Presentation by MSA Corp on the Park and Open Space Plan
• Discussion/Recommendation regarding Park Impact Funds
• Discussion/Recommendation regarding Park Funds Use

The Board received a presentation from MSA Corp regarding the city's Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan and a community survey. Residents provided comments on a city property acquisition on Cumberland. No formal votes on policy or funding were recorded.

• Moved agenda item no. 5 to no. 4 (Approved)

Finance, Licensing, and Regulation Committee

The Finance, Licensing, and Regulation Committee will review several liquor license renewals and new applications. The meeting also includes discussions on event permits, lagoon slip conversions, and proposed resident fees for personal water craft slips.

• Liquor license renewals and new applications for several local businesses
• Sidewalk Café renewal applications for six establishments
• Tier I and Tier II event permit applications for Badger High School and the Riviera Ballroom
• Proposed $1,200 annual resident fee for Personal Water Craft slips
• Presentation of $1,147,452.92 in prepaid bills and $131,407.64 in regular bills

The Finance, Licensing & Regulation Committee approved Resolution 21-R35 authorizing liquor license renewals for July 1, 2021 to June 30, 2022, and approved several individual liquor and fermented malt beverage license applications, all on 5-0 votes. It also approved new Riviera Ballroom rental rates, a $650 rental rate for the lower Center Street parking lot when booked with the Riviera, and a $1,200 annual resident fee for personal watercraft slips. A motion to make the Ad Hoc Communications Committee permanent failed, with Howell, Yunker, and Hedlund voting no. Several items were referred or directed for further work, including the Strand Engineering contract for the South Street Trail Project, which was referred to Council without recommendation.

• Approved Resolution 21-R35 authorizing liquor license renewals for July 1, 2021 to June 30, 2022 (5-0)
• Approved Class B liquor and fermented malt beverage renewal for Mangiami Italiano LLC d/b/a Cuoco Pazzo Eatz & Drinkz, 393 N Edwards Blvd (5-0)
• Approved Class B liquor and fermented malt beverage renewal for Harrys Café & Place Inc d/b/a Harry's Café, 808 Main St (5-0)
• Approved original Class B fermented malt beverage licenses for Decorum Lake Geneva LLC d/b/a Comfort Suites Lake Geneva East, 300 E Main St, and Tienda El Rancho Inc d/b/a Tienda El Rancho, 1151 Elkhorn Rd (5-0 each)
• Approved sidewalk café renewals for Barrique Bistro & Wine Bar, Harry's Café & Place, Lake Aire Restaurant, Oakfire, Popeye's, and Sopra (5-0)
• Referred Strand Engineering contract for the South Street Trail Project to Council without recommendation (5-0)
• Approved eliminating Lagoon Slip #32 and converting slips #18 and #31 to personal watercraft only; approved $1,200 annual resident fee for personal watercraft slips (5-0 each)
• Approved selling individual parking stall marker signs at $20 apiece (5-0); approved $650 rental of lower Center Street parking lot with Riviera Ballroom rental (5-0)

Finance, Licensing, and Regulation Committee

The Finance, Licensing, and Regulation Committee will discuss and recommend action on various licenses, permits, contracts, and fee changes. Key items include liquor license renewals, new licenses, event permits, a trail project contract, and changes to lagoon slips and Riviera Ballroom rental rates.

• Resolution 21-R35: liquor license renewals for July 1, 2021–June 30, 2022
• New Class B fermented malt beverage licenses for Comfort Suites Lake Geneva East and Tienda El Rancho
• Strand Engineering contract for South Street Trail Project
• Convert lagoon slips #18 and #31 to personal watercraft slips; eliminate slip #32; resident fee $1,200/year
• Prepaid bills $1,147,452.92; regular bills $131,407.64

The Finance, Licensing & Regulation Committee approved Resolution 21-R35 authorizing liquor license renewals for July 1, 2021 through June 30, 2022, and approved several individual liquor and fermented malt beverage license applications, all on 5-0 votes. It also approved prepaid bills of $1,147,452.92 and regular bills of $131,407.64. A motion to make the Ad Hoc Communications Committee permanent failed, with Howell, Yunker, and Hedlund voting no. The committee referred the Strand Engineering contract for the South Street Trail Project to Council without recommendation after Fesenmaier said the contract was not in the packet.

• Approved Resolution 21-R35 authorizing liquor license renewals for July 1, 2021–June 30, 2022 (5-0)
• Approved Class B liquor and fermented malt beverage renewal for Cuoco Pazzo Eatz & Drinkz, 393 N Edwards Blvd (5-0)
• Approved Class B liquor and fermented malt beverage renewal for Harry's Café, 808 Main St (5-0)
• Approved original Class B fermented malt beverage licenses for Comfort Suites Lake Geneva East, 300 E Main St, and Tienda El Rancho, 1151 Elkhorn Rd (5-0 each)
• Approved sidewalk café renewals for six businesses and a taxi license renewal for Lakefront Shuttle (5-0)
• Approved four event permits, including Badger High School graduation and three Riviera Ballroom events (5-0 each)
• Referred Strand Engineering contract for South Street Trail Project to Council without recommendation (5-0)
• Approved eliminating Lagoon Slip #32, converting Slips #18 and #31 to personal watercraft only, and setting resident fee at $1,200/year (5-0)

Piers, Harbors, and Lakefront Committee

The Piers, Harbors, and Lakefront Committee will discuss several items regarding lakefront management. Topics include pier and buoy service requests, boat cleaning equipment, and potential changes to lagoon boat slips.

• Tenant merchandise sales at Riviera first floor shops
• Issuance of RFPs for Piers and Buoy Services
• Pier Lease Agreement with the Lake Geneva Boat Line
• Request for school activity on piers
• Combining Lagoon Boat Slips 31 and 32

The Piers, Harbors, and Lakefront Committee approved publishing a Request for Proposals for Piers and Buoy Services, since the current contract expires at the end of the 2021 season. It denied a request from Amy Krause for school activity on piers, citing insurance and liability concerns. The committee also approved an arrangement for the CD3 boat cleaning machine's locations and directed the City Administrator to try to combine two pier lease agreements with Lake Geneva Boat Line into a single five-year agreement with a possible five-year extension.

• Approved April 13, 2021 minutes (4-0)
• Decided not to place restrictions or exclusive sales rights at 1st floor Riviera shops for the 2021 season (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved publishing an RFP for Piers and Buoy Services (unanimous voice vote)
• Directed City Administrator to attempt to combine two existing pier lease agreements with Lake Geneva Boat Line into one five-year agreement with a potential five-year extension (consensus)
• Denied Amy Krause's request for school activity on piers (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved the CD3 boat cleaning machine arrangement: south of the municipal boat launch Monday-Thursday and Seminary Park parking lot Friday-Sunday when stationed in the city (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved proceeding with the Harbormaster's recommendations on combining Lagoon Boat Slips 31 and 32 and on slip 18 (unanimous voice vote)

Common Council

The Lake Geneva Common Council will consider several financial requests and resolutions. Key items include pay requests for the Riviera Restoration Project and the ratification of a COVID-19 emergency proclamation.

• Pay request #7 for Riviera Restoration Project Phase I (MSI General Corp) up to $94,134.55
• Pay request #6 for Riviera Restoration Project Phase II (MSI General Corp) up to $956,536.95
• Ratification of the COVID-19 Emergency Proclamation (Resolution 21-R34)
• Invoice for parking maintenance services from Total Parking Solutions Inc up to $28,000
• Sidewalk café applications for Wicked Poke (120 Broad St) and The Farmstand (707 W Main St)

The Common Council ratified Resolution 21-R34, extending the COVID-19 emergency proclamation through June 14, 2021, but only after a series of amendments about a provision allowing downtown businesses to display merchandise for sale in sidewalk areas. An initial amendment to strike that provision was itself amended to send the matter to the proper committee, and the final motion carried 5-4 with Mayor Klein breaking the tie. The council also approved Riviera Restoration Project pay requests, a shared emergency services agreement with the Town of Geneva, several donations to the Riviera, and limited Riviera access for Gage Marine boat tours.

• Approved Resolution 21-R34 ratifying the COVID-19 emergency proclamation, expiring June 14, 2021 (5-4, Mayor Klein broke tie)
• Amended the emergency proclamation to send the outdoor merchandise display provision to the proper committee (5-3)
• Approved pay request #7 for Riviera Restoration Phase I to MSI General Corp, not to exceed $94,134.55 (8-0)
• Approved pay request #6 for Riviera Restoration Phase II to MSI General Corp, not to exceed $956,536.95 (8-0)
• Approved Resolution 21-R33 carrying over the Dunn Field security gate and cameras capital project from 2020 to 2021 (8-0)
• Approved a shared Emergency Services Agreement with the Town of Geneva (8-0)
• Approved an invoice to Total Parking Solutions Inc for parking maintenance, not to exceed $28,000 (8-0)
• Approved free parking for city sticker holders on July 15, 2021 for 'Lake Geneva Day' (8-0)

Police and Fire Commission

The Commission will review monthly bills for the Fire and Police departments and conduct elections for President and Vice President. The agenda includes discussions on EMS billing, staffing agreements, and police telecommunicator wages.

• Approval of Fire Department bills totaling $104,008.64
• Approval of Police Department bills totaling $339,124.26
• Election of Commission President and Vice President
• Hiring of Firefighter/Paramedic David Fonder
• Acceptance of Booking Officer Alicia Hufnagle's resignation

The Police and Fire Commission approved April 2021 bills for the Fire Department ($104,008.64) and Police Department ($339,124.26), both on 5-0 roll call votes. It approved hiring Firefighter/Paramedic David Fonder pending background and medical approval (5-0) and accepted the resignation of Booking Officer Alicia Hufnagle (5-0). The commission also approved the April 8, 2021 minutes and elected Jim Connors as President and Ted Horne as Vice President, each 5-0. Several items were discussion-only, including EMS billing, the Town of Linn staffing agreement, a civilian handbook update, and Telecommunicator wages.

• Approved April 2021 Fire Department bills totaling $104,008.64 (5-0 roll call)
• Approved April 2021 Police Department bills totaling $339,124.26 (5-0 roll call)
• Approved hiring Firefighter/Paramedic David Fonder pending background and medical approval (5-0 roll call)
• Accepted resignation of Booking Officer Alicia Hufnagle (5-0)
• Approved April 8, 2021 regular meeting minutes (5-0)
• Elected Jim Connors as President (5-0)
• Elected Ted Horne as Vice President (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:44 p.m. (4-0)

Business Improvement District (BID)

The Board will review updates on local events including First Friday, Wine Walk, Oktoberfest, and Sunday Lake Geneva Live. The meeting also includes a vote on flowers and the approval of financials.

• First Friday flag approval
• Wine Walk date change and update
• Oktoberfest update
• Sunday Lake Geneva Live update
• Vote on Flowers

The Lake Geneva Business Improvement District board approved printing maps and materials for First Fridays, paying for First Friday flags, and a flowers item, all by unanimous votes. It also approved the previous meeting's minutes and heard updates on the Riviera project, Wine Walk, and summer events. Several items, including a pop-up discussion on marketing and 2022 planning, were tabled until the next meeting on June 2nd at 9am.

• Approved minutes from last meeting (all approve)
• Approved printing maps and materials for 1st Fridays (Beth motioned, TR 2nd, all approve)
• Approved paying for 1st Friday flags (TR motioned, Laura 2nd)
• Approved flowers (approved by all)
• Tabled further pop-up discussion until next meeting
• Set next meeting date: June 2nd at 9am

Avian Committee

The Avian Committee will meet virtually to discuss various conservation projects and updates. The agenda includes reports on the Purple Martin, World Migratory Bird Day, and the 2020 Financial Report.

• Purple Martin Update
• Four Seasons Nature Preserve and Park Board Collaboration Update
• World Migratory Bird Day Update
• Learning to Soar (Students and Girl Scouts) Update
• 2020 Financial Report

The Avian Committee approved spending an additional $275 to cover a bus for Eastview elementary students attending the May 7 Bird Walk. It also approved the April 13, 2021 minutes and adjourned at 6:55 p.m. Most of the meeting covered updates on Purple Martins, World Migratory Bird Day, a Story Book Trail, and Swift Night Out fundraising, with no other votes recorded.

• Approved April 13, 2021 meeting minutes (motion passed)
• Approved $275 for Eastview elementary student bus to May 7 Bird Walk (unanimous)
• Adjourned at 6:55 p.m. (motion carried)

Finance, Licensing, and Regulation Committee

The Finance, Licensing, and Regulation Committee will review several business license applications and large pay requests for the Riviera Restoration Project. The meeting also includes discussions on emergency services agreements and parking arrangements for upcoming community events.

• Sidewalk café applications for Wicked Poke (120 Broad St) and The Farmstand (707 W Main St)
• Riviera Restoration Project Phase I pay request #7 to MSI General Corp up to $94,134.55
• Riviera Restoration Project Phase II pay request #6 to MSI General Corp up to $956,536.95
• Parking maintenance services invoice from Total Parking Solutions Inc up to $28,000
• Shared Emergency Services Agreement with the Town of Geneva

The committee approved two pay requests for the Riviera Restoration Project totaling $1,050,671.50 and authorized several sidewalk café and alcohol permits. Other actions included approving a shared Emergency Services Agreement with the Town of Geneva and accepting donations for the Riviera.

• Approved MSI General Corp pay requests for Riviera Restoration Phase I ($94,134.55) and Phase II ($956,536.95) (4-0)
• Approved sidewalk café applications for Wicked Poke and The Farmstand (4-0)
• Approved alcohol premises extension for The Farmstand (4-0)
• Approved 10 temporary operator licenses for May 23 Wine Walk (4-0)
• Approved shared Emergency Services Agreement with the Town of Geneva (4-0)
• Approved $28,000 invoice for Total Parking Solutions Inc (4-0)
• Approved free parking for the Geneva Lake Museum Ice Cream social and Lake Geneva Day (4-0)
• Accepted donations of a Yamaha C7 Grand Piano and a TV monitor for the Riviera (4-0)

Committee of the Whole

The scheduled Committee of the Whole meeting for May 3, 2021, was canceled. The agenda originally intended to feature standing committee reports and updates from various city boards and commissions.

• Meeting canceled

Common Council

The Common Council will review several liquor license applications and various zoning resolutions. The meeting also includes discussions on the Riviera Restoration Project and city attorney wages.

• Change Order #7 for the Riviera Restoration Project Phase II
• Liquor license applications for Drink Wisconsinbly, Parley Cigars, Spirits & Craft Beer, and Wicked Poke Hut
• Proposal to increase City Attorney position wages from 60% to 70% proration
• Conditional Use Permit requests for properties on Evergreen Ln.
• Farmer’s Market permit at Holy Communion Church involving $3,120 in parking fees

The Common Council approved a Tier I event permit for the Holy Communion Church Farmer's Market and waived $3,120 in parking fees, with one alderperson voting no. The council also approved several alcohol license applications, including one at 223 Cook St that required waiving the 300-foot prohibition near a church or school, and approved conditional use permits for properties on Evergreen Ln, Cook St, and S. Wells St/Baker St. A proposal to collect impact fees for infrastructure in the Symphony Bay Subdivision failed 1-6. The meeting adjourned at 7:41 p.m.

• Approved Holy Communion Church Farmer's Market event permit and waived $3,120 parking fees (6-1, Hedlund no)
• Approved Change Order #7 for Riviera Restoration Project Phase II, including ~$2,000 credit for elevator wainscoting (7-0)
• Approved Class A liquor license for Drink Wisconsinbly, 223 Cook St, waiving 300-foot prohibition rule (6-1, Howell no)
• Approved Class A liquor license for Parley Cigars, Spirits & Craft Beer, 830 W Main St Ste E (7-0)
• Approved Class B/C wine license for Wicked Poke Hut, 120/122 Broad St (7-0)
• Approved increasing City Attorney position wages from 60% to 70% proration (6-1, Fesenmaier no)
• Approved Conditional Use Permit for deck and pool at 1622 Evergreen Ln (6-1, Fesenmaier no)
• Approved Conditional Use Permit for 1626 Evergreen Ln (6-1, Fesenmaier no)

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee will discuss several infrastructure projects, including the 2021 paving project and 2022 street improvement engineer RFQs. Members will also review updates on bollards, road patching, and sidewalk improvements. The committee will consider recommendations regarding Bloomfield Road and the vacation of a right-of-way on Logan Street.

• Discussion/Recommendation regarding 2021 Paving Project and Sidewalk Updates
• Discussion/Recommendation regarding 2022 Street Improvement Engineer RFQs
• Discussion/Recommendation regarding Bloomfield Rd condition and potential road patch cost
• Discussion/Recommendation regarding possible vacation of Right-of-Way on Logan Street at Cty Rd H
• Discussion/Recommendation regarding Parking Invoice approval

The committee approved requesting sealed bids from five engineering firms for 2022 street improvements. Other actions included approving a parking kiosk maintenance invoice and granting free parking for a museum event. The approval of March meeting minutes was tabled for review.

• Approved receiving sealed bids from MSA Professionals, Kapur Engineering, Ruekert & Mielke, Strand Engineering, and RA Smith (4-0)
• Approved annual maintenance contract invoice for parking kiosks (4-0)
• Approved free parking at Seminary Park for Lake Geneva Museum Ice Cream Social on May 5, 2021 (4-0)
• Tabled approval of March 22, 2021 meeting minutes for review (5-0)

Board of Park Commissioners

The Board of Park Commissioners will discuss various park-related items including grant requests and maintenance needs. The meeting includes a quarterly presentation from the YMCA CEO and discussions regarding park donation policies and trails.

• Quarterly presentation from YMCA CEO Mike Kramp
• Discussion of AARP Grant Requests for parks use ideas
• Discussion of parks maintenance and repair for Four Seasons and Park Sign
• Discussion of TAP Grant
• Discussion of Park Donation Policy

The Board of Park Commissioners approved amended minutes from March 16, 2021, correcting attendance and the number of bridges. The board heard a quarterly YMCA presentation on summer soccer tournaments, concessions, and field grooming, and discussed park ideas including a bocce ball court and signage. The board voted unanimously to send a resident's offer to sell about 1 acre at 12343 Townline Road in Bloomfield to the City Administrator to consider the purchase possibility. The meeting adjourned at 7:18 PM; the next meeting is May 18, 2021.

• Approved amended March 16, 2021 minutes (unanimous)
• Sent possible purchase of ~1 acre at 12343 Townline Road to City Administrator for consideration (unanimous)

Common Council

The Common Council is conducting a reorganizational meeting to swear in newly elected officials. The body will elect a Council President and Vice President and confirm various committee appointments.

• Election of Council President
• Election of Council Vice President
• Swearing in of newly elected officials
• Resolution 21-R24: Mayor's Aldermanic Appointments to Standing Committees
• Resolution 21-R27: Designation of the Official Newspaper

At its April 20, 2021 reorganizational meeting, the Lake Geneva Common Council elected Rich Hedlund as Council President 6-2 and John Halverson as Council Vice President 6-2. The council approved four resolutions 8-0: confirming the mayor's aldermanic appointments to standing committees (21-R24), confirming aldermanic and citizen appointments to non-standing committees and commissions (21-R25), designating local depositories and authorized signatories (21-R26), and designating the official newspaper (21-R27). Newly elected officials were sworn in, and the meeting adjourned at 5:47 p.m.

• Elected Rich Hedlund as Council President (6-2)
• Elected John Halverson as Council Vice President (6-2)
• Approved Resolution 21-R24 confirming mayor's aldermanic appointments to standing committees (8-0)
• Approved Resolution 21-R25 confirming mayor's aldermanic and citizen appointments to non-standing committees and commissions (8-0)
• Approved Resolution 21-R26 designating local depositories and authorized signatories (8-0)
• Approved Resolution 21-R27 designating the official newspaper (8-0)
• Adjourned at 5:47 p.m. (8-0)

Finance, Licensing, and Regulation Committee

The Finance, Licensing, and Regulation Committee will discuss several event permit applications and a temporary retailer's license. The committee will also review the March 2021 Treasurer's Report and discuss compensation for the City Attorney position.

• Tier I Event Permit for Lake Geneva Wine Walk on May 23, 2021
• Tier I Event Permit for Wine Run 5K on June 6, 2021
• Tier I Event Permit for Farmer’s Market at Holy Communion Church
• Temporary Class B Retailer’s License for Never Say Never Playground
• Presentation of $1,149,016.39 in prepaid bills and $285,700.63 in regular bills

The Finance, Licensing & Regulation Committee approved three Tier I event permits, including the weekly Farmer's Market with a requirement that the applicant pay half of parking costs (about $3,120) instead of a full waiver. It also approved a temporary alcohol license for the Wine Walk, an Arbor Day sponsorship donation from American Transmission Company, and an increase in the City Attorney's wage proration from 60% to 70%. Bills totaling $1,149,016.39 in prepaid bills and $285,700.63 in regular bills were approved, and the March 2021 Treasurer's Report was discussed with no action taken.

• Approved April 7, 2021 committee minutes (5-0)
• Approved Tier I event permit for Lake Geneva Wine Walk on May 23, 2021 (5-0)
• Approved Tier I event permit for Wine Run 5K on June 6, 2021 (5-0)
• Amended Farmer's Market permit to require applicant pay half of parking costs, about $3,120 (3-2, Fesenmaier and Howell voting no)
• Approved amended Farmer's Market permit for Thursdays May 6–October 28, 2021 (5-0)
• Approved temporary Class 'B'/'Class B' retailer's license for Never Say Never Playground at Wine Walk on May 23, 2021 (5-0)
• Approved acceptance of Arbor Day sponsorship from American Transmission Company, typically around $300 (5-0)
• Approved City Attorney wage proration increase from 60% to 70% (4-1, Fesenmaier voting no)

Business Improvement District (BID)

The Board will meet to discuss city news, tourism updates, and potential pop-up events. The meeting includes a vote on flowers and the approval of financial reports.

• Appearance of VISIT Lake Geneva
• Appearance of tourism board
• Pop up discussion
• Vote on Flowers
• Approval of financials

The Business Improvement District board approved minutes from the prior meeting, approved its financials, and voted to have Treasure Hut provide summer flowers with mums for fall at a cost of $5,080. The board also approved paying a $300 phone bill and a $785 annual storage fee. Discussion on a pop-up topic and on an Octoberfest/fall fest promotion was tabled until the next meeting, and two new board members were announced for the next meeting.

• Approved minutes from last meeting (unanimous, all in attendance voted yes)
• Approved financials (all in favor); noted books are in the black for the first time in a long time
• Tabled pop-up discussion until next meeting (Dimitri 1st, TR 2nd, all in favor)
• Approved Treasure Hut to provide summer flowers; mums chosen for fall at $5,080 (Speedo 1st, TR 2nd, all in favor)
• Tabled further discussion of Octoberfest vs. fall fest and a combined September–November promotion until next meeting
• Approved paying $300 phone bill and $785 annual storage fee (Dimitri 1st, TR 2nd, all approve)
• Set next meeting for May 5th at 9am

Avian Committee

The Avian Committee will meet virtually to discuss several ongoing conservation projects and updates. The agenda includes updates on the Purple Martin, Four Seasons Nature Preserve, and World Migratory Bird Day. The committee will also review the 2020 financial report.

• Purple Martin Update
• Four Seasons Nature Preserve and Park Board Collaboration Update
• World Migratory Bird Day Update
• Learning to Soar (Students and Girl Scouts) Update
• 2020 Financial Report

The Lake Geneva Avian Committee approved a motion to transfer $500 from its Environmental Education grant to the Geneva Lake Conservancy, $160 to Lakeland Audubon for a bird walk, and to spend $550 from its Grow Native fund for 10 Storybook Trail signs. The motion passed unanimously. The committee also approved its March 2, 2021 meeting minutes and heard updates on Purple Martin houses, a Four Seasons Nature Preserve collaboration, World Migratory Bird Day, a Girl Scout badge program, and a May 7 bird walk. No members of the public attended.

• Approved March 2, 2021 meeting minutes (motion by Rodriguez, second by Gallo; passed)
• Approved transferring $500 from Environmental Education grant to Geneva Lake Conservancy
• Approved $160 to Lakeland Audubon for the bird walk
• Approved spending $550 from Grow Native fund for 10 Storybook Trail signs
• Approved adjournment (motion by McConnell, second by Gallo; passed)

Piers, Harbors, and Lakefront Committee

The Piers, Harbors, and Lakefront Committee will meet to discuss the CD3 Boat Cleaning Machine and a proposal to combine Lagoon Boat Slips 31 and 32. The meeting also includes a report from the Harbormaster and a review of previous meeting minutes.

• Discussion regarding the CD3 Boat Cleaning Machine
• Discussion regarding combining Lagoon Boat Slips 31 and 32 into one slip
• Harbormaster Report
• Approval of March 9, 2021, committee minutes

The Lake Geneva Piers, Harbors, and Lakefront Committee approved its March 9, 2021 meeting minutes and voted to table discussions regarding waitlist procedures and combining Lagoon Boat Slips 31 and 32 for further research. The committee also discussed a CD3 Boat Cleaning Machine presentation by the Geneva Lake Environmental Agency with no action taken.

• Approved March 9, 2021 committee minutes (5-0)
• Tabled discussion regarding waitlist procedures for future committee review (5-0)
• Tabled discussion regarding combining Lagoon Boat Slips 31 and 32 until the May 2021 meeting (5-0)

Common Council

The Lake Geneva Common Council will meet to discuss several municipal items, including the Riviera restoration project and an emergency services agreement with the Town of Linn. The agenda also includes various event permits and potential changes to city staff reporting structures.

• Riviera Restoration project plan revision and Change Order #6
• Emergency Services Agreement between the Town of Linn and the City of Lake Geneva
• MSI General Corp Pay Request #5 for Riviera Phase II interior remodel up to $1,105,351.60
• 2021 Water Safety Patrol contract up to $36,750.00
• Permits for Lake Geneva Farmer’s Market and Concerts in the Park

The Common Council approved several contracts and payments, including a major payment for the Riviera restoration and a water safety patrol contract. The Council also approved an emergency services agreement with the Town of Linn and created a seasonal Lakefront Attendant position.

• Approved MSI General Corp Pay Request #5 for Riviera Phase II remodel up to $1,105,351.60 (8-0)
• Approved Riviera Restoration Change Order #6 for $31,100 (8-0)
• Approved 2021 Water Safety Patrol contract up to $36,750.00 (8-0)
• Approved Emergency Services Agreement with the Town of Linn (8-0)
• Accepted donation of Poppy Sculpture from American Legion Auxiliary (8-0)
• Approved changing Harbormaster position to report to City Administrator (8-0)
• Approved creation of seasonal Lakefront Attendant position (8-0)
• Approved consent agenda including various event permits and licenses (8-0)

Tourism Commission

The Tourism Commission will review updates on promotional activities, hotel performance, and business district status. The commission will also consider grant requests and proposals for social media campaigns.

• Grant requests for Lake Geneva Women’s Weekend, Spring Break Family Special, and Stars Parties
• RFP for Riviera social media and e-blast campaign
• RFP parameters for sharing event information with city hotels
• Financial update on Room Tax Dollars collected and current budget
• Updates on hotel performance and business improvement district status

The Tourism Commission heard updates from promotional contractors, reviewed financial figures showing a positive room tax variance, and approved three grant requests for local events. No action was taken on the Request for Proposals for a social media and e-blast campaign. The meeting concluded with a motion to adjourn at 5:43 p.m.

• Awarded $10,000 for the Lake Geneva Women's Weekend event (Unanimously carried)
• Approved reimbursing marketing receipts up to $3,000 for the Spring Break Family Special by Canopy Tours (Carried)
• Approved $4,700 grant for GLAS Education Star Parties (Unanimously carried)

Police and Fire Commission

The Commission will review March 2021 expenditures for the Police and Fire departments. Items include approving capital purchases, department bills, and an engineering contract for Fire Station 1.

• Police capital purchase of $29,814.50
• Police March 2021 bills totaling $286,047.81
• Fire equipment purchase of $3,130.00
• Fire March 2021 bills totaling $95,096.65
• Engineering contract to evaluate Fire Station 1 feasibility

The Police and Fire Commission approved several capital purchases and monthly bills for both departments. The commission confirmed a new full-time telecommunicator and approved the 2020 police annual report. It also recommended that the City Council approve an Emergency Services agreement with the Town of Linn.

• Recommended Emergency Services agreement with Town of Linn for City Council approval (4-0)
• Approved $29,814.50 capital purchase for street department storage building (4-0)
• Approved March 2021 police bills totaling $286,047.81 (4-0)
• Confirmed hiring of full-time Telecommunicator Elizabeth du Chemin (4-0)
• Accepted resignation of part-time Telecommunicator Amanda Moeller (4-0)
• Approved allowing lieutenants to fill traffic grant positions if union members/sergeants decline (4-0)
• Approved 2020 police annual report (4-0)
• Approved $3,130.00 fire equipment purchase and March 2021 fire bills of $95,096.65 (4-0)

Finance, Licensing, and Regulation Committee

The Finance, Licensing, and Regulation Committee will review several permit applications for local events and new business licenses. The committee will also discuss a $1.1 million remodel pay request and potential funding for new public bathrooms.

• New liquor and wine license applications for Drink Wisconsinbly, Parley Cigars, Spirits & Craft Beer, and Wicked Poke Hut
• MSI General Corp pay request up to $1,105,351.60 for The Riviera Phase II Interior Remodel
• 2021 Water Safety Patrol contract not to exceed $36,750.00
• Event permits for Phlowfest, Lake Geneva Farmer’s Market, and Concerts in the Park
• Proposed construction of public bathrooms near the Library using American Rescue Plan funds

The Finance, Licensing & Regulation Committee approved a series of event permits, liquor and massage licenses, and payments, all by 5-0 votes. It approved Pay Request #5 for The Riviera Phase II Interior Remodel & MEP Work not to exceed $1,105,351.60, and eliminated the Cemetery Board code, moving duties to Public Works. A request to use American Rescue Plan funds for new library bathrooms was tabled, and a proposal to raise the City Attorney's salary proration was sent for more information after a failed motion.

• Approved minutes of March 16, 2021 meeting (5-0)
• Approved Temporary Class B/B Retailer's License for Semper Running Half Marathon on July 10, 2021 (5-0)
• Continued Tier II Event Permit for Phlowfest on August 4, 2021 until applicants can attend (5-0)
• Approved Public Assembly Permit for Mount Zion Christian Church on June 27, 2021 with amplified sound (5-0)
• Approved Tier II Event Permit for Lake Geneva Farmer's Market every Thursday May 6-Oct 28, 2021 (5-0)
• Approved Tier II Event Permit for Concerts in the Park July 1-Aug 12, 2021 (5-0)
• Approved Tier I Event Permit for Beachside Authorfest July 8-10, 2021 (5-0)
• Approved Original Class A Intoxicating Liquor and Class A Fermented Malt Beverage license for Drink Wisconsinbly, 223 Cook St (5-0)

Common Council

The Special Common Council will discuss costs for design changes and Change Order #5 for the Riviera project. Members will also consider a proposed purchase of drapery for the Riviera Ballroom and a resolution to extend the Family First Coronavirus Response Act.

• Resolution 21-R23 regarding Family First Coronavirus Response Act extension
• Riviera project design change costs and Change Order #5
• Proposed drapery purchase for the Riviera Ballroom

Personnel Committee

The Personnel Committee will discuss several staffing matters, including the creation of a seasonal Lakefront Attendant position and changes to the Harbormaster reporting structure. The committee will also consider compensation for the City Attorney and a possible one percent wage increase for City Staff.

• Creation of seasonal Lakefront Attendant position
• Changing Harbormaster position to report to City Administrator
• Compensation for City Attorney position
• Possible one percent wage increase for City Staff
• Police Sergeant wage scale proposal

The Personnel Committee recommended moving Harbormaster supervision from the Public Works Director to the City Administrator and approved creating a seasonal Lakefront Attendant position on a 3-1 vote. It also recommended raising the City Attorney's prorated pay from 60% to 70% of full time, 3-1. A proposed 1% wage increase for non-union, non-contractual city staff died for lack of a second, and the Police Sergeant wage scale was continued to a future meeting.

• Recommended moving Harbormaster supervision from Public Works Director to City Administrator (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved creation of seasonal Lakefront Attendant position (3-1, Flower against)
• Recommended increasing City Attorney prorated pay from 60% to 70% of full time (3-1, Flower against)
• 1% wage increase for non-union, non-contractual staff starting July 1, 2021 died for lack of a second
• Continued Police Sergeant Wage Scale proposal to a future Personnel Committee meeting (unanimous voice vote)
• Voted to enter closed session on police sergeant employment contracts (unanimous roll call)
• Returned to open session (unanimous voice vote)

Common Council

The Lake Geneva Common Council will hold a special meeting to discuss the MSI General Corp Contingency Summary and Change Order #4. This item relates to the Riviera Restoration Project.

• Discussion/Action regarding MSI General Corp Contingency Summary and Change Order #4 for the Riviera Restoration Project

Tourism Commission

The Tourism Commission will consider grant requests for two events at the Riviera Ballroom. The commission will also enter a closed session to discuss the Walworth County Visitors Bureau Agreement.

• Tourism Promotional Grant Requests for two events at the Riviera Ballroom
• Closed session regarding Walworth County Visitors Bureau Agreement

The Lake Geneva Tourism Commission approved a $68,000 promotional grant for five events at the Riviera Ballroom, including an Open House, a Wall of History, Big Band events with the Glenn Miller Orchestra, and a New Year's Eve Gala. The vote was 4 in favor and 1 opposed; an amendment to discuss each event separately failed for lack of a second. The commission also met in closed session on the Walworth County Visitors Bureau Agreement and voted to continue that item to the May 10 meeting with an updated list of services and costs.

• Approved $68,000 promotional grant for five Riviera Ballroom events (4-1)
• Amendment to separate and discuss each event individually failed for lack of a second
• Approved March 8, 2021 minutes (unanimous)
• Entered closed session on Walworth County Visitors Bureau Agreement at 4:25 p.m. (unanimous roll call)
• Returned to open session at 4:50 p.m. (unanimous roll call)
• Continued Walworth County Visitors Bureau Agreement item to May 10 meeting with updated list of services and costs (unanimous)
• Adjourned at 4:52 p.m. (carried)

Common Council

The Common Council will consider resolutions for Police and Fire Department fund balances and a contract for the Park and Open Space Plan. The meeting also includes discussions regarding traffic signal installation at STH 120 and Bloomfield Rd.

• Resolution 21-R15: Police Department assigned fund balances as of 12/31/2020
• Resolution 21-R16: Fire Department assigned fund balances as of 12/31/2020
• RFP award for Park and Open Space Plan update to MSA Professional Services, INC
• MOU for traffic signals at STH 120 and Bloomfield Rd
• Task Order #14 with Kapur and Associates for traffic signals at STH 120 and Bloomfield Rd

The Common Council approved a Memorandum of Understanding and a cost-sharing agreement with Lake Geneva School Districts for traffic signal installation. The City's cost share is limited to $150,000. The Council also awarded a contract for the City's Park and Open Space Plan update.

• Approved MOU for traffic signals at STH 120 and Bloomfield Rd (8-0)
• Approved cost-sharing agreement for STH 120 and Bloomfield Rd signals; City responsible for $150,000 (8-0)
• Approved Task Order # 14 with Kapur and Associates for STH 120 and Bloomfield Rd signals (7-1)
• Awarded RFP for Park and Open Space Plan update to MSA Professional Services, INC (8-0)
• Approved Police Department assigned fund balances as of 12/31/2020 (8-0)
• Approved Fire Department assigned fund balances as of 12/31/2020 (8-0)
• Approved Temporary Class B license for Walworth County Food and Diaper Bank Baconfest (8-0)
• Directed City Attorney to proceed with strategy regarding White River Holdings, LLC claim (8-0)

Public Works Committee

The Lake Geneva Public Works Committee is meeting to discuss and make recommendations on several public works items, including the 2021 street program, sidewalk cost share policy, and possible paid parking on several streets. The committee will also hear reports from the Director of Public Works and the Parking Manager. No official Council action will be taken at this meeting.

• Discussion/recommendation on 2021-2022 TAPCo signal maintenance contract
• Discussion/recommendation on 2021 street program special assessment impacts including crosswalks and trees
• Discussion/recommendation on sidewalk cost share policy
• Discussion on possible vacation of right-of-way on Logan Street at County Road H
• Discussion on possible paid parking on Geneva, Madison, Warren, and Maxwell Streets

The committee took no action on adding Geneva, Madison, Warren, and Maxwell Streets to the paid parking program following public opposition. The committee approved a traffic signal maintenance contract and directed the City Engineer to study a new crosswalk on Edwards Blvd.

• Paid parking expansion for Geneva, Madison, Warren, and Maxwell Streets: No action taken
• Approved February 22, 2021 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved 2021-2022 TAPCo Signal Maintenance Contract (5-0)
• Directed City Engineer to review possible crosswalk on Edwards Blvd to Park Drive (5-0)
• Amendment to include flashing pedestrian sign at Edwards Blvd crosswalk denied (2-3)
• Vacation of Right-of-Way on Logan Street at Cty Rd H: Continued (5-0)
• Plowing of City Bike Paths: Continued (5-0)
• Garbage and recycling pickup frequency: Continued (5-0)

Finance, Licensing, and Regulation Committee

The Finance, Licensing, and Regulation Committee will discuss and make recommendations on temporary liquor licenses for Baconfest, approve assigned fund balances for police and fire departments, and consider awarding a contract for the Park and Open Space Plan update. They will also review the February treasurer's report and approve bill payments.

• Temporary Class B/Class B Retailer's License for Walworth County Food and Diaper Bank for Baconfest on May 8, 2021
• Temporary operator licenses for Ann Desecki, John Hughes, Robert Ireland, Colleen Myers, and Steven Romani
• Resolution 21-R15 approving assigned fund balances for Police Department accounts as of 12/31/2020
• Resolution 21-R16 approving assigned fund balances for Fire Department accounts as of 12/31/2020
• RFP award for five-year Park and Open Space Plan update to MSA Professional Services, Inc.

The Finance, Licensing & Regulation Committee approved a temporary alcohol license for the Walworth County Food and Diaper Bank's "Baconfest" on May 8, 2021, and approved five temporary operator licenses. It also approved two resolutions assigning Police and Fire Department fund balances as of 12/31/2020, awarded the five-year Park and Open Space Plan update to MSA Professional Services, INC., and approved prepaid bills of $936,752.36 and regular bills of $122,984.47. All votes were unanimous voice votes; Alderperson Halverson was absent. The committee also received the February Treasurer's Report, with the comptroller noting final 2020 budget amendments were not yet in the packet.

• Approved temporary Class "B"/"Class B" retailer's license for Walworth County Food and Diaper Bank's "Baconfest" on May 8, 2021 (unanimous)
• Approved temporary operator license applications for Ann Desecki, John Hughes, Robert Ireland, Colleen Myers, and Steven Romani (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 21-R15 assigning Police Department fund balances as of 12/31/2020 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 21-R16 assigning Fire Department fund balances as of 12/31/2020 (unanimous)
• Approved RFP award for five-year Park and Open Space Plan update to MSA Professional Services, INC. (unanimous)
• Approved prepaid bills of $936,752.36 (unanimous)
• Approved regular bills of $122,984.47 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of the March 2, 2021 committee meeting (unanimous)

Board of Park Commissioners

The Lake Geneva Board of Park Commissioners is meeting virtually to discuss and make recommendations on several park-related items, including AARP grant ideas, maintenance and repair of Four Seasons and park signs, a TAP grant and RFPs, YMCA presentations scheduled for 2021, online park listings, and the use of park impact funds. The meeting includes public comments limited to 5 minutes on agenda items.

• Discussion of AARP grant ideas for parks use
• Parks maintenance and repair for Four Seasons and park signs
• TAP grant and RFP discussion
• YMCA presentations scheduled for April, June, August, October 2021
• Discussion of park impact funds and park funds use

The Lake Geneva Board of Park Commissioners voted unanimously to repair Bridge #2 and remove Bridge #3 near the Disc Golf Park, and unanimously accepted the Storybook Trails project at Four Seasons Nature Preserve. The board also approved MSA to identify parks in connection with park impact funds, and approved the February 24, 2021 meeting minutes. Several items were discussed without a decision, including a possible AARP grant of up to $20,000 for path improvements (application due May 15, 2021), park maintenance needs at Four Seasons Nature Preserve, and the TAP Grant and RFP discussion, which was continued to the April meeting.

• Approved February 24, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Accepted Storybook Trails project at Four Seasons Nature Preserve (unanimous)
• Approved repairing Bridge #2 and removing Bridge #3 near Disc Golf Park (unanimous)
• Approved MSA to identify parks for park impact funds (no vote tally recorded)
• Adjourned the meeting at 7:33 PM (unanimous)

Piers, Harbors, and Lakefront Committee

The Piers, Harbors, and Lakefront Committee is meeting to discuss and possibly recommend changes to lakefront policies, including limiting the number of waitlist applicants and restricting Riviera Beach admission to residents only. The agenda also includes a harbormaster report and approval of previous meeting minutes. No official Council action will be taken at this meeting.

• Discussion on limiting number of waitlist applicants
• Discussion on possible resident-only admission to Riviera Beach
• Harbormaster report
• Approval of February 9, 2021 committee minutes

The Piers, Harbors, and Lakefront Committee approved its February 9, 2021 minutes and voted to take no action on designating a "residents only" time at Riviera Beach for the 2021 season. A discussion on possibly limiting the number of waitlist applicants for slips, buoys and kayaks was carried over to the next meeting. Newly hired Harbormaster Steve Russell introduced himself and reported that renewal letters have been sent, with signed contracts due March 26, 2021 and a grace period to April 6, 2021.

• Approved February 9, 2021 committee minutes (unanimous voice vote)
• No action taken on "residents only" admission at Riviera Beach for 2021 (unanimous voice vote)
• Carried over discussion on limiting waitlist applicants to the next meeting (unanimous voice vote)
• Adjourned at 5:12pm (unanimous voice vote)

Common Council

The Lake Geneva Common Council will hold a public hearing and consider levying special assessments for sidewalk improvements as part of the 2021 Street Improvement Project. They will also discuss awarding the street project bid to Wolf Paving for up to $648,631.82, ratify an emergency proclamation related to COVID-19, and take a second reading on a room tax ordinance amendment. Several other financial items, including payments for the Riviera restoration and a budget amendment, are on the agenda.

• Public hearing and resolution 21-R21 for sidewalk special assessments for 2021 Street Improvement Project
• Resolution 21-R22 to ratify COVID-19 emergency proclamation
• Second reading of Ordinance 20-18 amending room tax rate (Section 70-57)
• Bid award to Wolf Paving for 2021 Street Improvement Project, not to exceed $648,631.82
• Pay Request #4 for Riviera Phase II Interior Remodel & MEP work, $750,406.90

The Lake Geneva Common Council approved Resolution 21-R21 levying special assessments on benefited properties for sidewalk work in the 2021 Street Improvement Project, on a 5-2 roll call vote with Howell and Yunker opposed. The council also passed Ordinance 20-18 raising the room tax rate, amended to take effect June 1, 2021, by a 4-3 vote with Flower, Howell, and Fesenmaier opposed. Other actions included approving the 2021 Street Improvement Project bid to Wolf Paving (not to exceed $648,631.82), several Riviera project payments and a change order, budget resolutions, and a mayoral appointment to the Planning Commission. The council also met in closed session regarding employment contracts and a notice of claim, then directed staff to proceed as discussed.

• Approved Resolution 21-R21 levying sidewalk special assessments for the 2021 Street Improvement Project (5-2, Howell and Yunker no)
• Approved Ordinance 20-18 room tax rate increase, amended to take effect June 1, 2021 (4-3, Flower, Howell, Fesenmaier no)
• Approved 2021 Street Improvement Project bid to Wolf Paving, not to exceed $648,631.82 (7-0)
• Approved Pay Request #2 from Payne & Dolan for the 2020 Street Improvement Project, not to exceed $32,055.79 (7-0)
• Approved Pay Request #4 from MSI General for Riviera Phase II work, not to exceed $750,406.90 (7-0)
• Approved Riviera Restoration Project Change Order #3, plan 3B with funding Option #1 (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 21-R22 ratifying and extending the COVID-19 emergency proclamation to April 26, 2021 (7-0)
• Approved appointment of Joel Hoiland to the Planning Commission, term expiring May 1, 2023 (7-0)

Tourism Commission

The Lake Geneva Tourism Commission is meeting to discuss and possibly act on the 2021 event coordinator marketing budget, an agreement with the Walworth County Visitors Bureau, and several tourism promotional grant requests. The agenda also includes updates on promotional activity, hotel performance, and room tax finances. The meeting is held virtually with limited in-person capacity due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

• Discussion/action on Event Coordinator marketing budget for 2021
• Update and possible action on agreement with Walworth County Visitors Bureau
• Tourism Promotional Grant requests: Phlowfest/'Grand Mission', Lacrosse America 2021, WH&LA 2021 Conference & Trade Show, two events at Riviera Ballroom
• Discussion/action on RFP for social media/e-blast campaign for Riviera
• Discussion/action on parameters for sharing event RFP with hotels in city limits

The Lake Geneva Tourism Commission approved several tourism promotional grants: $10,000 to Phlow Fest/Grand Mission for website development, $8,000 to the Youth Lacrosse Tournament, and $2,400 to the Wisconsin Hotel and Lodging Association conference. A $68,000 request from Mayor Klein for Riviera Ballroom events was continued to the April meeting, with each event to be submitted separately. The Commission also approved a marketing budget option not to exceed $5,000 and moved to have the City Attorney complete a contract with the Walworth County Visitors Bureau for editing.

• Approved February 8, 2021 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved 2021 Event Coordinator marketing Option 1, not to exceed $5,000 (unanimous)
• Directed City Attorney to complete Walworth County Visitors Bureau contract for editing by Nord, Waspi, and Pirzada (unanimous)
• Awarded $10,000 to Phlow Fest/Grand Mission for website development; additional funding contingent on complete application and city permits (carried)
• Awarded $8,000 grant to Youth Lacrosse Tournament/Lacrosse America (unanimous)
• Awarded $2,400 to Wisconsin Hotel and Lodging Association 2021 Conference and Trade Show (unanimous)
• Continued Mayor Klein's $68,000 Riviera Ballroom events request to April meeting, each event to be submitted separately (carried)
• Continued Item 13 Social Media RFP and Item 14 RFP Sharing Parameters to a future meeting (unanimous)

Police and Fire Commission

The Lake Geneva Police and Fire Commission will review and vote on monthly bills for both departments, fund-balance resolutions, and operational updates. No new policies or major decisions are scheduled; the meeting is largely procedural with routine approvals and reports.

• Approval of police bills: $545.00 (Dec 2020) + $195,863.27 (Feb 2021) + equipment $1,037.10 + $77,457.00
• Approval of fire bills: $21.78 (Dec 2020) + $43,858.76 (Feb 2021)
• Purchase and installation of security cameras at Fire Stations 1 & 2
• Hiring Firefighter Larry Kulik (pending background check)
• Accept resignation of FF/ENG Derek McKaig

The Commission approved financial reports, fund balance resolutions, and equipment purchases for both the Police and Fire Departments. They also authorized the disposal of a 41-year-old mobile command vehicle, confirmed a telecommunicator eligibility list, and approved the hiring of a new firefighter. Additionally, the Commission accepted a firefighter resignation and authorized security camera installations at two fire stations.

• Approved Dec 2020 and Feb 2021 Police and Fire bills (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 21-R15 for Police fund balances (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 21-R16 for Fire fund balances (5-0)
• Recommended disposal of mobile command vehicle 212-80 (5-0)
• Confirmed full-time Telecommunicator eligibility list (5-0)
• Approved security camera installation at fire stations 1 & 2 (5-0)
• Approved hiring of Firefighter Larry Kulik pending background (5-0)
• Accepted resignation of FF/ENG Derek McKaig (5-0)

Business Improvement District (BID)

The Lake Geneva Business Improvement District board will meet to approve minutes, hear public comments, receive updates on city news and snow removal, and consider event-related items including First Friday flag approval, Summer Series, Wine Walk, and appearances by event organizers. The board will also pay bills and set the next meeting date.

• First Friday flag approval
• Summer Series and Wine Walk events
• Lake Geneva Phlowfest appearance
• Snow removal update
• Pay bills

Avian Committee

The Avian Committee will meet to discuss recommendations for World Migratory Bird Day and Purple Martin publicity. Members will also review updates for the Four Seasons Nature Preserve and potential projects for the Learn to Soar program.

• World Migratory Bird Day discussion
• Purple Martin publicity discussion
• Four Seasons Nature Preserve updates and plans
• Learn to Soar student and scout project updates

The committee approved the February 2, 2021, meeting minutes with amendments. Members discussed plans for World Migratory Bird Day, including a student-led storybook trail at the Four Seasons Preserve, and coordinated efforts for Purple Martin publicity and bird house maintenance.

• Approved appointment of Carol Zimmermann as acting secretary (unanimous)
• Approved February 2, 2021, meeting minutes with amendments (unanimous)
• Agreed to coordinate World Migratory Bird Day festivities in May
• Committed members Leonard, Gallo, McConnell, and Happ to prep and tend bird houses

Finance, Licensing, and Regulation Committee

The Finance, Licensing, and Regulation Committee will discuss and make recommendations on several items, including event permits, a street improvement bid, payments for ongoing projects, and budget resolutions. They will also consider a fee schedule amendment and a possible property tax reduction. The meeting is held virtually and in person due to COVID-19.

• Tier II Event Permit for Bacon Fest, May 8, 2021, Flat Iron Park
• Tier I Event Permit for Semper Running Half Marathon, July 10, 2021, South Street and South Lakeshore Drive
• 2021 Street Improvement Project bid award to Wolf Paving, not to exceed $648,631.82
• Pay Request #4 from MSI General Inc for Riviera Phase II, not to exceed $750,406.90
• Resolution 21-R20 amending fee schedule to add cost for large set plan printing

The Finance, Licensing & Regulation Committee approved several routine items, including two event permits, a liquor agent change, and multiple pay requests and budget resolutions, all by 5-0 votes. It declined to recommend two larger items, voting 5-0 to refer the 2021 Street Improvement Project bid award to Wolf Paving (not to exceed $648,631.82) and Riviera Restoration Project Change Order #3 ($365,946) to the Council without recommendation. Finance Director Hall raised concern that the change order would put the Riviera project 11% over budget, and the committee asked for cost review and a Council presentation.

• Approved Tier II event permit for Bacon Fest, May 8, 2021, Flat Iron Park (5-0)
• Approved Tier I event permit for Semper Running Half Marathon, July 10, 2021 (5-0)
• Approved agent change for Maya Geneva Inc to Vikas Dadhwal (5-0)
• Referred 2021 Street Improvement Project bid award to Wolf Paving (not to exceed $648,631.82) to Council without recommendation (5-0)
• Approved Pay Request #2 from Payne & Dolan for 2020 Street Improvement Project, not to exceed $32,055.79 (5-0)
• Approved Pay Request #4 from MSI General for Riviera Phase II interior remodel, not to exceed $750,406.90 (5-0)
• Referred Riviera Restoration Project Change Order #3 ($365,946) to Council without recommendation (5-0)
• Approved Resolutions 21-R18, 21-R19, and 21-R20, and reduced Tique Furnishings personal property tax assessment from $5,000 to $500 (5-0)

Board of Park Commissioners

The Lake Geneva Board of Park Commissioners is holding a special virtual meeting. The main item is a discussion and recommendation regarding Requests for Proposals for parks and open space. Public comments are limited to five minutes per person.

• Discussion/Recommendation regarding Park and Open Space Requests for Proposals
• Virtual meeting with limited in-person capacity due to COVID-19

The Board of Park Commissioners voted unanimously to recommend MSA for the Park and Open Space plan after rejecting a motion to approve JSD. MSA's quote was $16,000, the lowest of the six proposals received, and the board noted the city budget for the plan is $30,000. A motion to choose Ayers failed for lack of a second. The board also adjourned its March 1 meeting; minutes from a February 24 meeting are included in the record.

• Recommended MSA for Park and Open Space plan (unanimous)
• Motion to approve JSD defeated (unanimous)
• Motion to choose Ayers failed for lack of a second
• Adjourned March 1 meeting (unanimous)

Committee of the Whole

The scheduled Committee of the Whole meeting for March 1, 2021, was canceled. The agenda contained only procedural items and reports from various city committees and boards.

• Meeting canceled

Board of Park Commissioners

The Board of Park Commissioners will meet virtually to discuss several park-related items. Topics include grant recommendations, maintenance and repair, and the use of park funds.

• Discussion/Recommendation of TAP Grant and RFP's
• Discussion/Recommendation of Dog Park Sign
• Discussion/Recommendation of Parks Maintenance and Repair
• Discussion/Recommendation of Park Impact Funds and Park Funds Use
• Discussion/Recommendation of YMCA Presentations scheduled for 2021

Common Council

The Lake Geneva Common Council will hold first readings of four ordinances affecting building permit fees, boat/kayak rentals, sign flashing times, and committee meeting rescheduling. It will also act on several temporary liquor licenses for pop-up dinners, a construction pay request, and a zoning review for a fuel station rebuild. The meeting includes a closed session on litigation and employment contracts.

• First reading of Ordinance 21-02 amending building permit fees for work without permits and gross square footage calculations
• First reading of Ordinance 21-03 amending boat stall/buoy rental fees and kayak rental regulations
• Temporary Class B liquor licenses for pop-up dinners at 711 W Main St on Feb 27, Mar 6, and Mar 13, 2021
• Pay Request #3 to MSI General Corp for $189,181.10 for Riviera Phase II interior remodel
• Resolution 21-R17 authorizing raze and rebuild of multi-tenant fuel station at 300 Peller Rd

The Common Council approved several zoning and administrative ordinances, including updates to boat stall rental regulations and signage rules. The Council also approved a $189,181.10 payment for the Riviera Phase II project and authorized a $7,243.79 tax refund for Gloria Dei Lutheran Church. Three separate requests for temporary liquor licenses for pop-up dinner events were continued, effectively delaying action on those permits.

• Approved Venetian Fest event permit and beer garden license (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance 21-01 regarding committee meeting scheduling (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance 21-02 regarding building permit fees (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance 21-03 regarding boat stall and buoy rentals (6-1)
• Approved Ordinance 21-04 regarding flashing sign regulations (7-0)
• Continued three temporary liquor license requests for pop-up dinners (4-3)
• Approved $189,181.10 payment to MSI General Corp for Riviera project (7-0)
• Approved $7,243.79 tax refund for Gloria Dei Lutheran Church (7-0)

Public Works Committee

The Lake Geneva Public Works Committee is meeting to discuss and recommend action on several street improvement projects, including awarding the 2021 Street Improvement Project bid and approving a pay request for the 2020 project. The committee will also discuss parking changes, sidewalk cost-share policy, and possible paid parking on several streets. The meeting includes a closed session to discuss a traffic signal RFQ and potential road work on specific streets.

• Discussion/Recommendation regarding 2021 Street Improvement Project Bid award
• Pay Request #2 from Payne & Dolan, INC for 2020 Street Improvement Project, amount not to exceed $32,055.79
• Discussion/Recommendation regarding changing parking stall designations on Center Street near Geneva Towers entrance/exit
• Discussion regarding possible paid parking on Geneva Street, Madison Street, Warren Street, and Maxwell Street
• Discussion/Recommendation regarding purchase of van from 2021 Equipment Replacement Fund

The Public Works Committee approved a $648,631.82 bid from Wolf Paving for the 2021 Street Improvement Project and authorized the purchase of a new cargo van for $39,458. Members also directed staff to revise the sidewalk cost-share policy and scheduled a special meeting to further discuss the Edwards Blvd and Bloomfield Road traffic signal project. Additionally, the committee approved repurposing a chassis into a dump truck and authorized staff to proceed with legal strategy regarding road work on Marianne Terrace and Pine Tree Lane.

• Approved $648,631.82 bid for 2021 Street Improvement Project (4-0)
• Approved $32,055.79 payment for 2020 street project (4-0)
• Directed staff to revise sidewalk cost-share policy (4-0)
• Approved $39,458 purchase of Ford Transit F-350 van (4-0)
• Approved repurposing Vac-All #29 chassis into dump truck (4-0)
• Scheduled special meeting for traffic signal RFQ (4-0)
• Authorized staff to proceed with road work legal strategy (4-0)

Finance, Licensing, and Regulation Committee

The Finance, Licensing, and Regulation Committee will discuss several temporary liquor licenses and event permits for upcoming festivals and dinners. Members will also review fund balance resolutions, budget transfers, and municipal code changes regarding kayak and boat stall rentals.

• Pay Request #3 for The Riviera Phase II interior remodel up to $189,181.10
• Temporary Class B licenses for Pop-Up Dinners at 711 W Main St
• Tier II Event Permit applications for Bacon Fest and Venetian Fest
• Resolutions for Avian and Historic Preservation Committee donation fund balances
• Presentation of $1,042,468.35 in prepaid bills and $196,749.08 in regular bills

The committee approved event permits for Venetian Fest and a payment for the Riviera Phase II interior remodel. Several pop-up dinner liquor licenses were forwarded to the Council without recommendation. The committee also approved various fund balance resolutions and municipal code changes regarding boat and kayak rentals.

• Approved Venetian Fest Tier II Event Permit and Beer Garden license (5-0)
• Approved $189,181.10 payment to MSI General Corp for Riviera Phase II remodel (5-0)
• Forwarded three pop-up dinner liquor licenses to Council without recommendation (4-1)
• Continued Tier II Event Permit for Bacon Fest (5-0)
• Approved 2020 fund transfers from Lakefront and Parking funds to General Fund (4-1)
• Approved carryover of Capital Projects and Equipment Replacement budgets to 2021 and 2022 (5-0)
• Approved municipal code changes for kayak and boat stall rentals (5-0)
• Approved prepaid bills of $1,042,468.35 and regular bills of $196,749.08 (5-0)

Piers, Harbors, and Lakefront Committee

The Piers, Harbors, and Lakefront Committee is meeting to discuss and recommend changes to municipal code sections governing slip, buoy, and kayak waitlists, including response times and proof of residency requirements. They will also consider extending the kayak rental season, leasing Riviera buoys to commercial entities, and seeking proposals for pier and buoy maintenance. No official council action will be taken; the committee only makes recommendations.

• Amend Section 90-199 on Slip/Buoy/Kayak waitlist
• Amend Section 90-192 to remove certified mailing requirement
• Set response days for waitlist applicants and proof of residency for lessees
• Extend kayak rental season with possible storage at Public Works for a fee
• Lease available Riviera buoys to commercial entities; seek RFP for pier/buoy maintenance

The committee approved several changes to the Lake Geneva Municipal Code regarding boat slip and buoy waitlists and residency requirements. It also established new fees for kayaks left past the season and authorized a request for proposals for pier and buoy maintenance.

• Created separate waitlist for 10 boat slips and 4 buoys at the Riviera (unanimous)
• Removed requirement for city to send certified letters to non-responsive applicants (unanimous)
• Established 5-working day grace period for waitlist applicants to respond or forfeit deposit (unanimous)
• Required all slip, buoy, and kayak applications to be complete upon submission (unanimous)
• Approved $5.00 per day charge for kayaks left more than 10 days after season end (unanimous)
• Approved contacting 2020 renters first for Riviera buoy leases (unanimous)
• Approved issuing a Request for Proposals (RFP) for pier and buoy maintenance (unanimous)
• Approved January 12, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Common Council

The Lake Geneva Common Council will consider several items, including extending COVID-19 paid leave, amending building permit fees, and approving payments for street and beach projects. They will also discuss a lease for the Visitor's Center and go into closed session for employment contracts.

• Resolution 21-R09 extending FFCRA through March 31, 2021
• Ordinance 21-02 amending permit fees for work without permits and gross square footage calculations
• Purchase of three Cale Stealth Terminals for Riviera Beach, not to exceed $35,127
• Pay Request #1 from Payne & Dolan for 2020 Street Improvement Project, not to exceed $522,663.53
• Lease with Lake Geneva Chamber of Commerce for Visitor's Center

The Lake Geneva Common Council approved Pay Request #1 from Payne & Dolan, INC for the 2020 Street Improvement Project in an amount not to exceed $522,663.53, and approved purchasing three Cale Stealth Terminals for Riviera Beach not to exceed $35,127. The council also approved Resolution 21-R09 extending the Family First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA) through March 31, 2021, and approved Resolution 21-R08 designating local depositories and authorized signatories. Two ordinances (21-01 and 21-02) were continued because they needed a first reading, and a lease with the Lake Geneva Chamber of Commerce for the Visitor's Center Building was referred to committee. After a closed session on employment contracts for non-represented sworn officers, the council voted to direct staff to proceed as discussed.

• Approved minutes of January 25, 2021 (8-0)
• Approved consent agenda: agent change for Kwik Trip Inc d/b/a Stop-N-Go #1520 at 896 S Wells St to Brigett Kohn (8-0)
• Approved Resolution 21-R09 extending FFCRA through March 31, 2021 (8-0)
• Continued Ordinance 21-01 on rescheduling Finance, Licensing, and Regulation Committee meetings due to election (8-0)
• Continued Ordinance 21-02 on building permit fees for work without permits and gross square footage calculations (8-0)
• Approved purchase of three Cale Stealth Terminals for Riviera Beach, not to exceed $35,127 (8-0 roll call)
• Approved Pay Request #1 from Payne & Dolan, INC for 2020 Street Improvement Project, not to exceed $522,663.53 (8-0 roll call)
• Approved Resolution 21-R08 designating local depositories and authorized signatories (8-0)

Tourism Commission

The Lake Geneva Tourism Commission is meeting to discuss and possibly approve the Walworth County Visitors Bureau Agreement and several tourism promotional grant requests, including the Ice Bar, Pub and Grub Crawl, and Lacrosse America. They will also receive updates on promotional activities, hotel performance, and room tax finances. The meeting is held virtually due to COVID-19.

• Discussion/Possible Approval of Walworth County Visitors Bureau Agreement
• Tourism Promotional Grant requests: Grand Mission, Wisconsin Valley Media Group, Ice Bar (Baker House), 2nd Annual Pub and Grub Crawl (Jaycees), Off-peak promotion grant, Lacrosse America
• Update from VISIT Lake Geneva on promotional activity and hotel performance
• Update from Lake Geneva BID on events and prior grants
• Financial update on room tax dollars collected and budget

The Lake Geneva Tourism Commission approved three tourism promotional grants: $2,000 for the Baker House Ice Bar, $10,000 for the Lake Geneva Jaycees' 2nd Annual Pub and Grub Crawl, and up to $4,692 for the 2021-2022 Off-Peak Riviera Promotion. A request for an $8,000 grant for the Youth Lacrosse Tournament in Delavan was continued to the March meeting. The Commission also heard updates on Winterfest and the Winter Bridal Expo, and noted about $10,000 remains for grants until the next quarter.

• Approved January 11, 2021 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved $2,000 grant for Baker House Ice Bar, extended to March 6 (unanimous)
• Approved $10,000 grant for Lake Geneva Jaycees Pub and Grub Crawl marketing (carried)
• Approved up to $4,692 for 2021-2022 Off-Peak Riviera Promotion (unanimous)
• Continued Youth Lacrosse Tournament $8,000 grant request to March meeting (unanimous)
• No action on Grand Mission: Flow Fest grant request
• No action on Walworth County Visitors Bureau payment schedule
• Adjourned at 5:24 p.m. (carried)

Police and Fire Commission

The Lake Geneva Police and Fire Commission is meeting to approve monthly bills, discuss police and fire operations, and take action on several items including a new EMS billing contract and the purchase of a replacement fire engine. The commission will also consider accepting resignations and entering closed session to discuss shared services contracts with the Town of Linn and Town of Geneva.

• Approval of police bills totaling $22,822.75 (December 2020) and $369,273.29 (January 2021)
• Approval of fire department bills totaling $36,308.85 (December 2020) and $97,473.36 (January 2021)
• Discussion/action on accepting resignation of Part Time Officer Steven Fraser
• Discussion/action on approval of billing contract with EMS Medical Billing Associates
• Discussion/action on approval to purchase replacement fire engine funded by Equipment Replacement Program

The Commission approved the purchase of a Pierce Fire Truck and recommended two emergency services agreements for the Towns of Geneva and Linn to the City Council. It also approved December and January bills for both police and fire departments and accepted two resignations.

• Approved purchase of Pierce Fire Truck not to exceed $775,000 (4-0)
• Recommended 2021 Town of Geneva Emergency Services Agreement to City Council (4-0)
• Recommended 2021 Town of Linn Emergency Services Agreement to City Council (4-0)
• Approved Police bills for December 2020 ($22,822.75) and January 2021 ($369,273.29) (4-0)
• Approved Fire bills for December 2020 ($36,308.85) and January 2021 ($97,473.36) (4-0)
• Approved billing contract with EMS Medical Billing Associates
• Accepted resignation of Part Time Officer Steven Fraser (4-0)
• Accepted resignation of FF/EMT Piper Lindner-Turnage (4-0)

Business Improvement District (BID)

The Lake Geneva Business Improvement District board is meeting to handle routine business: approving minutes, hearing public comments, and receiving updates on city news, snow removal, and upcoming events. Several guest speakers will present on the Cocoa Crawl, VISIT Lake Geneva, the Women's Weekend 2021, and the tourism board. The board will also pay bills and set the next meeting date.

• Update from Mayor Klein on city news
• Snow removal update
• Cocoa Crawl update from Event Director Kristi Tarantino
• Presentation from Missy Sell on Geneva Lake Women's Assoc Women's Weekend 2021
• Pay bills

Finance, Licensing, and Regulation Committee

The Finance, Licensing, and Regulation Committee will discuss and possibly recommend actions on several financial and licensing items, including a payment for the 2020 Street Improvement Project, purchase of three Cale Stealth Terminals for Riviera Beach, a resolution on local depositories, potential building permit fee increases, a lease with the Chamber of Commerce, and an ordinance to allow rescheduling meetings due to elections. The meeting is held virtually and in person with limited attendance due to COVID-19.

• Pay Request #1 from Payne & Dolan for 2020 Street Improvement Project, not to exceed $522,663.53
• Purchase of three Cale Stealth Terminals for Riviera Beach, not to exceed $35,127
• Resolution 21-R08 designating local depositories and authorized signatories
• Discussion on increasing Building & Zoning Department permit fees
• Lease with Lake Geneva Chamber of Commerce for Visitor's Center Building

The Finance, Licensing & Regulation Committee approved Pay Request #1 from Payne & Dolan for the 2020 Street Improvement Project, not to exceed $522,663.53, and accepted the Riviera Renovation owner change order and contingency summary. It also approved buying three Cale Stealth Terminals for Riviera Beach up to $35,127, increased Building & Zoning permit fees, and approved prepaid bills of $2,058,545.52 and regular bills of $220,347.07. All votes were 5-0. The committee directed the City Administrator to send the Lake Geneva Chamber of Commerce Visitor's Center lease to the City Attorney for review.

• Approved Pay Request #1 from Payne & Dolan for the 2020 Street Improvement Project, not to exceed $522,663.53 (5-0)
• Accepted Riviera Renovation owner change order and contingency summary (5-0)
• Approved purchase of three Cale Stealth Terminals for Riviera Beach, not to exceed $35,127 (5-0)
• Approved increasing Building & Zoning Department permit fees as presented (5-0)
• Approved agent change for Kwik Trip Inc d/b/a Stop-N-Go #1520 at 896 S Wells St to Brigett Kohn (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 21-R08 designating Local Depositories and Authorized Signatories (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 21-01 amending Section 2-49 on rescheduling committee meetings due to elections (5-0)
• Approved prepaid bills of $2,058,545.52 and regular bills of $220,347.07 (5-0 each)

Avian Committee

The Lake Geneva Avian Committee is meeting virtually to discuss and make recommendations on its strategic plan, plans for Four Seasons Nature Preserve, the Bird City application update, Learn to Soar update, and the Great Backyard Bird Count scheduled for February 12-15, 2021. No official City Council action will be taken, though a quorum of the Council may be present. The meeting includes routine items like approving minutes from January 5, 2021, and setting future agenda items and the next meeting date.

• Discussion/recommendation on Strategic Plan for Avian Committee activities
• Discussion/recommendation on plans for Four Seasons Nature Preserve
• Discussion/recommendation on Bird City application update
• Discussion/recommendation on Learn to Soar update
• Discussion/recommendation on Great Backyard Bird Count, Feb 12-15, 2021

The Avian Committee approved its January 5, 2021 minutes and worked through a strategic plan setting goals and timelines for the coming year. It confirmed the Schlitz Audubon Center as featured speaker for Swift Night Out on September 9, 2021, and agreed to revisit adding or moving Purple Martin houses during the 2022 budget. The committee also discussed public outreach, school programs, Four Seasons signage, and a Bird City application that David Nord has filed. No funding decisions were made.

• Approved January 5, 2021 meeting minutes (motion passed)
• Confirmed Schlitz Audubon Center as featured speaker for Swift Night Out on September 9, 2021
• Agreed to keep evaluating Purple Martin houses and re-address for the 2022 budget
• Agreed to help promote the Christmas Bird Count
• Adjourned at 7:25 p.m. (motion carried)

Personnel Committee

The Personnel Committee is meeting to approve minutes and then enter closed session to deliberate employment contracts for seven police department staff, including the police chief. After closed session, they may take action on discussed items. No official Council action will be taken at this meeting.

• Closed session to discuss employment contracts for Sgt. Jason Hall, Sgt. Sean Hinzpeter, Sgt. Dan Derrick, Detective Sgt. Glen Nettesheim, Lt. Bridgett Way, Lt. Ed Gritzner, and Chief Michael Rasmussen
• Approval of minutes from January 19, 2021 Special Personnel Committee meeting
• Public comments limited to 5 minutes on agenda items

Committee of the Whole

The Lake Geneva Committee of the Whole is meeting to receive a presentation on the CD3 Boat Cleaning Kiosk and to hear reports from various committees and boards. No official council action will be taken; the meeting is for discussion and information only.

• Presentation regarding CD3 Boat Cleaning Kiosk
• Reports from standing committees (Finance, Personnel, Public Works, Piers/Harbors/Lakefront)
• Reports from commissions and boards (Utility, Tree, Police & Fire, Plan, Parks, Library, Historic Preservation, Cemetery, Avian, Tourism, Riviera Ad Hoc, Communications)
• Reports from council representatives on external boards (VISIT Lake Geneva, Geneva Lake Museum, Economic Development, Geneva Lake Environmental Agency, YMCA, Lake Use, Business Improvement District)

The meeting consisted of reports from various standing committees and boards. No official council action was taken as this was a Committee of the Whole meeting.

• Approved 3% rate increase for boat slips and buoys
• Approved beach kiosk purchase

Common Council

The Lake Geneva Common Council will consider several items, including a $478,823.75 pay request for the Riviera Phase II interior remodel, a resolution extending COVID-19 leave benefits, and a 0% fee increase for residents' slips, buoys, and kayak racks. They will also review zoning requests and a conditional use permit for a commercial lodging property.

• Pay request #2 for Riviera Phase II Interior Remodel and MEP Work, not to exceed $478,823.75
• Resolution 21-R06 amending 2021 rates for slips, buoys, and kayak racks (0% increase for residents, 3% for non-residents)
• Approval of 2021 Snow Plow purchase from Equipment Replacement Fund, not to exceed $178,092.00
• Extra Territorial Zoning review of two Certified Survey Maps for Edwin C Meltzer Art Foundation Inc. (Tax Key JG1300010A)
• Limited Conditional Use Permit for 512 ½ Broad St. as Commercial Indoor Lodging (Tax Key ZGD00005)

The Lake Geneva Common Council amended Resolution 20-R85 to set 2021 annual wages at $5,200 for alderpersons and $7,800 for the mayor, carrying 6-1. It approved several items on 7-0 votes, including extending the Family First Coronavirus Response Act through March 31, 2021, accepting Riviera interior finish proposals and a donated exterior lighting system, and approving a Riviera Phase II pay request not to exceed $478,823.75. The council also approved a 3% increase for all West End and Lagoon slips, buoys, kayak, dinghy, and paddleboard racks, and approved a snow plow purchase not to exceed $178,092.00. Alderperson Straube was absent.

• Amended Resolution 20-R85 to set 2021 wages at $5,200 for alderpersons and $7,800 for mayor (6-1, Fesenmaier no)
• Approved minutes of January 11, 2021 (7-0)
• Approved Tier II event permit for Art in the Park, Aug 14-15, 2021, Flat Iron Park (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 21-R05 extending FFCRA through March 31, 2021 (7-0)
• Accepted Riviera interior finish proposal from MSI Corp (7-0)
• Accepted donated exterior lighting system and fixtures; city to maintain (7-0)
• Approved Riviera Phase II pay request #2 not to exceed $478,823.75 (7-0)
• Amended Resolution 21-R06 to set 3% increase for all West End and Lagoon slips, buoys, kayak, dinghy, and paddleboard racks (4-3, Flower/Howell/Fesenmaier no); final motion carried 5-2 (Fesenmaier/Flower no)

Public Works Committee

The Lake Geneva Public Works Committee will discuss and make recommendations on several items, including purchasing three Cale Stealth Terminals for Riviera Beach (up to $35,127), approving Pay Request #1 from Payne & Dolan for the 2020 Street Improvement Project (up to $522,663.53), and planning for the 2021 and 2022 street improvement projects. They will also consider intersection improvements at Bloomfield Rd and Edwards Blvd, flexible lane delineators on Cumberland Trl and Townline Rd, the Sidewalk Cost Share Policy, and downtown snow removal with a possible Business Improvement District special assessment. The meeting is held virtually and in person due to COVID-19, with limited in-person attendance.

• Purchase of three Cale Stealth Terminals for Riviera Beach, not to exceed $35,127
• Pay Request #1 from Payne & Dolan for 2020 Street Improvement Project, not to exceed $522,663.53
• Discussion of 2021 and 2022 Street Improvement Projects
• Possible intersection improvements at Bloomfield Rd and Edwards Blvd
• Downtown Snow Removal and possible Business Improvement District Special Assessment

The Public Works Committee voted 5-0 to direct staff to apply to the Wisconsin DOT for a permit for a traffic signal at Bloomfield Rd and Edwards Blvd, including a Memorandum of Understanding and the Walworth County Safety Committee's investigation as backup. It also voted 5-0 to ask Mayor Klein to pursue a boundary agreement with the Town of Bloomfield, and 5-0 to approve up to $35,127 for three Cale Stealth parking terminals at Riviera Beach paid from the Parking Fund. Other votes approved Pay Request #1 to Payne & Dolan for up to $522,663.53, annual installation of flexible lane delineators on Cumberland Trl and Townline Rd, and obtaining RFQs for 2022 street project design. The sidewalk cost share policy was referred to staff for recommendations.

• Directed staff to apply to WI DOT for a traffic signal permit at Bloomfield Rd and Edwards Blvd, with MOU and county safety committee investigation as backup (5-0)
• Asked Mayor Klein to address a boundary agreement with the Town of Bloomfield (5-0)
• Approved annual installation of flexible lane delineators on Cumberland Trl and Townline Rd at staff's preferred direction (5-0)
• Approved up to $35,127 for three Cale Stealth Terminals at Riviera Beach, paid from the Parking Fund (5-0)
• Approved Pay Request #1 from Payne & Dolan, INC for the 2020 Street Improvement Project up to $522,663.53, excluding retainage (5-0)
• Approved obtaining RFQs for design services for the 2022 Street Improvement Project (5-0)
• Referred the Sidewalk Cost Share Policy to staff for recommendations and changes (5-0)
• Approved December 17, 2020 Public Works Committee minutes (5-0)

Board of Park Commissioners

The Lake Geneva Board of Park Commissioners is meeting virtually due to COVID-19. They will discuss and possibly recommend a TAP Grant plan, timeline, and tasks, as well as a possible land donation for a park on Hudson Trail. The agenda also includes routine items like approving minutes and introducing a new commissioner.

• Discussion/Recommendation regarding TAP Grant Plan, Timeline and Tasks
• Discussion/Recommendation of possible donation of land for park on Hudson Trail
• Introduction of new Park Commissioner, Peg Esposito
• Approval of Meeting Minutes from November 17, 2020

The Board of Park Commissioners approved the November 17, 2020 meeting minutes and introduced new Commissioner Peg Esposito. The board discussed a TAP Grant open house, a potential land donation on Hudson Trail, park commissioner assignments, and YMCA quarterly reports, with several items continued to future meetings.

• Approved minutes from November 17, 2020 (Unanimously carried)

Finance, Licensing, and Regulation Committee

The Finance, Licensing, and Regulation Committee will discuss and make recommendations on several financial and licensing items, including a pay request for the Riviera Phase II remodel, a snow plow purchase, and a possible increase in building permit fees. The meeting is being held virtually and in person due to COVID-19, with limited in-person attendance.

• Tier II Event Permit for Art in the Park, Aug 14-15, 2021, Flat Iron Park
• Pay request #2 for Riviera Phase II Interior Remodel and MEP Work, not to exceed $478,823.75
• Resolution 21-R06 amending 2021 fee schedule for slips, buoys, and kayak racks
• 2021 Snow Plow purchase from Equipment Replacement Fund, not to exceed $178,092.00
• Discussion on possibly increasing building permit fees

The Finance, Licensing & Regulation Committee approved a Tier II event permit for Art in the Park on August 14-15, 2021 in Flat Iron Park, and approved pay request #2 for the Riviera Phase II interior remodel and MEP work up to $478,823.75. It amended Resolution 21-R06 so 2021 resident rates for slips, buoys, and kayak racks have no increase, then approved the amended resolution. The committee also approved buying a 2021 snow plow from the Equipment Replacement Fund up to $178,092.00 and directed the Building & Zoning Administrator to review and recommend a building permit fee increase at the next meeting.

• Approved Tier II event permit for Art in the Park, Aug 14-15, 2021, Flat Iron Park (5-0)
• Approved pay request #2 for Riviera Phase II interior remodel and MEP work, up to $478,823.75 (5-0)
• Amended Resolution 21-R06 to keep 2021 resident slip, buoy, and kayak rack rates with no increase (3-2, Yunker and Hedlund no)
• Approved amended Resolution 21-R06 on 2021 slip, buoy, and kayak rack rates (4-1, Hedlund no)
• Approved 2021 snow plow purchase from Equipment Replacement Fund, up to $178,092.00 (5-0)
• Directed Building & Zoning Administrator to review and recommend a building permit fee increase for the next meeting (5-0)
• Approved prepaid bills of $59,670.33 (5-0)
• Approved regular bills of $171,690.54 (5-0)

Personnel Committee

The Lake Geneva Personnel Committee will discuss extending the Family First Coronavirus Response Act through March 31, 2021, and will enter closed session to negotiate employment contracts for seven police department employees, including the chief. No official Council action will be taken at this meeting.

• Resolution 21-R05 extending FFCRA through March 31, 2021
• Closed session for employment contracts: Sgt. Jason Hall, Sgt. Sean Hinzpeter, Sgt. Dan Derrick, Detective Sgt. Glen Nettesheim, Lt. Bridgett Way, Lt. Ed Gritzner, Chief Michael Rasmussen

The Personnel Committee recommended Resolution 21-R05, extending the Family First Coronavirus Response Act through March 31, 2021, by unanimous voice vote. Members then met in closed session to deliberate employment contracts for seven police personnel, including Chief Michael Rasmussen, and returned to open session. No specific actions taken in closed session were recorded in the minutes. Member Flower was absent.

• Recommended Resolution 21-R05 extending FFCRA through March 31, 2021 (unanimous voice vote)
• Moved into closed session to deliberate employment contracts for Sgt. Jason Hall, Sgt. Sean Hinzpeter, Sgt. Dan Derrick, Detective Sgt. Glen Nettesheim, Lt. Bridgett Way, Lt. Ed Gritzner, and Chief Michael Rasmussen (unanimous voice vote)
• Returned to open session to take action on items discussed in closed session (unanimous voice vote)
• Adjourned (unanimous voice vote)

Piers, Harbors, and Lakefront Committee

The Piers, Harbors, and Lakefront Committee will discuss and recommend rates for 2021 boat slips, buoys, and kayaks, as well as rates for newly acquired slips and buoys at the Riviera. They will also consider authorizing staff to contact existing Riviera slip and buoy owners. No official Council action will be taken; the committee only makes recommendations.

• Discussion of rates for newly acquired slips and buoys at the Riviera
• Discussion of 2021 rates for boat slips, buoys, and kayaks
• Discussion of authorizing staff to contact existing Riviera slip and buoy owners
• Approval of November 10 and November 24, 2020 meeting minutes

The Piers, Harbors, and Lakefront Committee approved a 3% increase for 2021 rental rates for boat slips, buoys, and kayaks. The committee also set specific 2021 rates for newly acquired Riviera slips at $5,357.00 plus tax and buoys at $2,456.00 plus tax. An item regarding contacting Riviera renters was tabled.

• Approved 3% increase for 2021 boat slip, buoy, and kayak rates (unanimous)
• Set 2021 Riviera slip rate at $5,357.00 plus tax
• Set 2021 Riviera buoy rate at $2,456.00 plus tax
• Approved Nov 10 and Nov 24, 2020 meeting minutes
• Tabled agenda item regarding contacting Riviera renters

Common Council

The Lake Geneva Common Council will discuss and vote on several resolutions, including ratifying the COVID-19 emergency proclamation, authorizing the sale of $2,360,000 and $7,120,000 in promissory notes, and combining polling locations for the February 16, 2021 primary. They will also consider a landscaping contract with Breezy Hill Nursery for up to $19,853.42 and go into closed session to discuss a contested tax assessment. The meeting is held virtually and in person due to the pandemic.

• Resolution 21-R01: Ratify COVID-19 emergency proclamation
• Resolution 21-R02: Issue $2,360,000 taxable promissory notes
• Resolution 21-R03: Issue $7,120,000 general obligation promissory notes
• Resolution 21-R04: Combine polling locations for Feb 16, 2021 primary
• Landscaping contract with Breezy Hill Nursery, not to exceed $19,853.42

The Lake Geneva Common Council approved two 2021 promissory note issues totaling $9,370,000 ($2,360,000 Series 2021A and $7,040,000 Series 2021B) on 8-0 roll call votes, after financial advisor Jon Cameron reported lower-than-expected borrowing costs. The council also ratified the COVID-19 emergency proclamation through March 8, 2021, combined polling locations for the February 16, 2021 Spring Primary, and approved a 2021 landscaping maintenance contract with Breezy Hill Nursery not to exceed $19,853.42. After a closed session on a contested 2020 tax assessment, the council approved a settlement 7-1, with Fesenmaier voting no. It also voted 7-1 to reconsider Resolution 20-R85.

• Approved Resolution 21-R01 ratifying the COVID-19 emergency proclamation, expiring March 8, 2021 (8-0)
• Approved Resolution 21-R02 issuing $2,360,000 Taxable General Obligation Promissory Notes, Series 2021A (8-0 roll call)
• Approved Resolution 21-R03 issuing $7,040,000 General Obligation Promissory Notes, Series 2021B (8-0 roll call)
• Approved Resolution 21-R04 combining polling locations for the February 16, 2021 Spring Primary (8-0)
• Approved 2021 landscaping maintenance contract with Breezy Hill Nursery, including Addendum #1, not to exceed $19,853.42 (8-0 roll call)
• Accepted January 5, 2021 Finance, Licensing, and Regulation Committee payment approval reports (8-0 roll call)
• Approved settlement on the contested 2020 tax assessment discussed in closed session (7-1, Fesenmaier voting no)
• Voted to reconsider Resolution 20-R85 (7-1, Fesenmaier voting no)

Tourism Commission

The Lake Geneva Tourism Commission is meeting to discuss tourism promotion, including updates from contractors and the tourism entity, and to consider grant requests. They will also review room tax finances and the payment schedule for the Walworth County Visitors Bureau. No official City Council action will be taken.

• Discussion/Action on Tourism Promotional Grant Program: Ice Bar (The Baker House), Grand Mission (Jess Bush), Art in the Park (Geneva Lake Arts Foundation, Inc.), Wisconsin Valley Media Group
• Update from Stephanie Copsey (Independent Contractor) on Lake Promotional Activity
• Update from VISIT Lake Geneva on promotional activity, calendar, and hotel performance
• Update from Lake Geneva Business Improvement District on events and prior grants
• Written financial update on Room Tax Dollars Collected, financials, budget, and disbursements

The Tourism Commission approved the December 14, 2020 meeting minutes and conditionally approved the first-quarter payment to the Walworth County Visitors Bureau pending contract drafting and signing. The Commission approved an $8,000 grant for the Geneva Lake Arts Foundation's Art in the Park event, while the Baker House withdrew its Ice Bar request, the Grand Mission withdrew its Flow Fest request for revision, and an additional digital marketing grant request from Wisconsin Valley Media Group was denied.

• Approved December 14, 2020 Tourism Commission minutes (unanimous)
• Approved first-quarter payment for Walworth County Visitors Bureau pending city attorney contract drafting and subsequent signatures (unanimous)
• Approved $8,000 grant application for Geneva Lake Arts Foundation Art in the Park (unanimous)
• Denied additional grant request for Wisconsin Valley Media Group Digital Marketing Campaign (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 5:56 p.m. (carried)

Police and Fire Commission

The Lake Geneva Police and Fire Commission is meeting to approve December 2020 bills totaling $501,057.25 for police and fire departments, discuss hiring and resignations, and consider an engine replacement RFP. The commission will also review monthly activity and yearly statistics, and enter closed session to discuss the Town of Geneva contract and shared services.

• Police bills: $406,166.15 total (operating $321,092.73, capital $74,934.90, equipment $10,138.52)
• Fire bills: $94,891.10 total (operating $85,064.10, capital $4,990.00, equipment $4,837.00)
• Discussion/Action: Full-time telecommunicator hiring update
• Discussion/Action: Approve hiring of Firefighter Joshua Hicks and Firefighter Tristan Geaslin
• Discussion: Engine Replacement RFP

The Commission approved December 2020 expenditures for both the Police and Fire Departments. It also accepted one resignation and approved the hiring of two firefighters pending background checks.

• Approved December 2020 Police Department bills totaling $406,166.15 (4-0)
• Approved December 2020 Fire Department bills totaling $94,891.10 (4-0)
• Approved hiring of Firefighters Joshua Hicks and Tristan Geaslin pending background (4-0)
• Accepted resignation of Part Time Telecommunicator Sarah Dominguez (4-0)
• Approved December 10, 2020 meeting minutes (4-0)

Business Improvement District (BID)

The Lake Geneva Business Improvement District board will hold its regular meeting to approve minutes, elect new board members, and receive updates from the city, snow removal committee, and event director Kristi Tarantino. The board will vote on a previously approved budget for additional lights and the 2021 budget, and will enter closed session to discuss the 2021 contract with event management company Meeting Ventures and event director Kristi Tarantino.

• Election of new BID board members
• Vote to approve budget for additional lights (previously approved, needs vote)
• Budget 2021 and strategic planning
• Closed session to discuss 2021 contract with Meeting Ventures and Kristi Tarantino
• Public comments limited to 5 minutes per Wis. Stats. §19.84(2)

The Board elected new officers and approved the minutes from the previous meeting. The Board also processed outstanding bills.

• Approved previous meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Elected Spyro Condos as President
• Elected Laura Thompson as VP
• Elected Beth as Secretary
• Elected Dimitri Anagnos as Treasurer
• Processed outstanding bills

Avian Committee

The Lake Geneva Avian Committee is meeting virtually to discuss and make recommendations on several bird-related initiatives, including needs at Four Seasons Nature Preserve, a Bird City application, a Christmas tree walk, and support for an environmental education foundation. The committee will also consider grants and fundraising for WeEnergies, fund allocations for birdwatching book purchases for the library, and promotion of the Great Backyard Bird Count. No official City Council action will be taken at this meeting.

• Discussion of needs at Four Seasons Nature Preserve
• Discussion of Bird City application
• Discussion of fund allocations for birdwatching book purchases for library partner ($647.50)
• Discussion of grants and fundraising for WeEnergies
• Discussion of Great Backyard Bird Count promotion

The Avian Committee approved December 1, 2020 minutes and voted to allocate $300 to the Library for materials, using $347.50 from Cookies for a Cause to enhance and replace backpack materials. The committee received a grant of almost $1000 from the Environmental Education Foundation for its Learn to Soar program, and discussed plans to promote Four Seasons Nature Park as a native plant and birding area. The committee also discussed the Bird City application, the Great Backyard Bird Count, and future agenda items. No other formal decisions were recorded.

• Approved December 1, 2020 meeting minutes (motion passed)
• Allocated $300 to the Library for materials (motion passed)
• Agreed to use $347.50 from Cookies for a Cause to enhance and replace backpack materials (motion passed)
• Received a grant of almost $1000 from the Environmental Education Foundation for the Learn to Soar program
• Adjourned the meeting at 7:10 PM (motion passed)

Finance, Licensing, and Regulation Committee

The Finance, Licensing, and Regulation Committee will meet to discuss and possibly act on obtaining proposals for a five-year Park and Open Space Plan, and to discuss rules for citizen appointments to city boards. The agenda also includes approval of minutes and presentation of bills totaling $250,406.49.

• Discussion/action on RFP for five-year Park and Open Space Plan
• Discussion of committee/commission/board composition rules for citizen appointments
• Prepaid bills: $150,308.10
• Regular bills: $100,098.39
• No licenses or permits on agenda

The committee approved prepaid and regular bills totaling $250,406.49. It also referred citizen appointment residency requirements to the City Attorney for clarification and accepted wording for a Park and Open Space Plan RFP.

• Approved prepaid bills of $150,308.10 (4-0)
• Approved regular bills of $100,098.39 (4-0)
• Referred committee language regarding citizen member residency to City Attorney (4-0)
• Accepted wording for five-year Park and Open Space Plan RFP (4-0)
• Approved December 15, 2020 meeting minutes (4-0)

Committee of the Whole

The scheduled Committee of the Whole meeting for the City of Lake Geneva was canceled. The agenda consisted of procedural items including standing committee reports and board reports.

• Meeting canceled

Personnel Committee

The Personnel Committee will meet to approve the minutes from the December 7, 2020, meeting. The agenda contains no specific personnel actions or substantive items for discussion.

• Approval of December 7, 2020, Personnel Committee minutes