Lake Geneva public meetings in 2025

General

The Lake Geneva Common Council is holding a special meeting to consider Resolution 25-R61, which would amend the Schedule of Fees for short-term rentals. The meeting includes public comment limited to agenda items, with a 5-minute limit per speaker.

• Resolution 25-R61: Amending the Schedule of Fees - Short Term Rental Fee

The Common Council approved Resolution 25-R61, amending the Schedule of Fees to increase the short-term rental fee. The fee increase is intended to cover the cost of a new full-time Code Enforcement employee, as discussed during the budget process. The motion passed 6-2, with Alders Smith and Hoiland voting no.

• Approved Resolution 25-R61 amending the Schedule of Fees for Short Term Rental Fee (6-2)

Board of Park Commissioners

The Board of Park Commissioners will meet to discuss and potentially make recommendations on future Capital Improvement Projects, a Parks Visioning Strategy, and the Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan (CORP) for 2026. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from the November 18, 2025 meeting and a director's report. No official Council action will be taken, though a quorum of the Council may be present.

• Discussion/Recommendation on future Capital Improvement Projects
• Discussion/Recommendation on Parks Visioning Strategy
• Discussion/Recommendation on Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan (CORP) 2026
• Approval of minutes from November 18, 2025
• Public comments limited to 5 minutes per person on agenda items

The Board of Park Commissioners met and approved the minutes from November 18, 2025, with a correction noting Jessica Pokorny was present. The board voted to recommend that the Parks Director present the Parks Visionary Strategy at the upcoming Strategic Planning session for department heads. The board also discussed future capital improvement projects, including ADA considerations, the 3 Sisters Statue replacement, and a rental pavilion with restrooms and kitchen, but took no formal action on these items.

• Approved November 18, 2025 minutes with correction (motion carried)
• Recommended Parks Director present Parks Visionary Strategy at Strategic Planning session (motion carried)

Piers, Harbors, and Lakefront Committee

The Piers, Harbors, and Lakefront Committee will meet to discuss and possibly recommend revisions to the Lakefront Fee Schedule and Ordinance 90-199, which classifies rentals for boat stalls and buoys. The meeting also includes a harbormaster report and approval of prior minutes. No official Council action will be taken.

• Discussion/recommendation on revisions to the Lakefront Fee Schedule
• Discussion/recommendation on Ordinance 90-199 Classifications for Rental of Boat Stalls and Buoys
• Harbormaster Report
• Approval of minutes from November 11, 2025

The Piers, Harbors, and Lakefront Committee approved revisions to the Lakefront Fee Schedule and tabled discussion of Ordinance 90-199 (boat stall and buoy rentals) until the next meeting. The committee also approved the November 11, 2025 minutes and heard the harbormaster's report.

• Approved revisions to the Lakefront Fee Schedule (voice vote)
• Tabled Ordinance 90-199 classifications for rental of boat stalls and buoys to next meeting (voice vote)
• Approved minutes from November 11, 2025 (voice vote)

Plan Commission

The Lake Geneva Plan Commission will hold public hearings and take action on several items, including downtown design review applications for signs, a condominium plat amendment, a limited conditional use permit for a lodging facility, a final plat for Symphony Bay Phase 8, and a zoning text amendment on boat storage. The meeting includes public comment periods and decisions on these matters.

• Downtown Design Review for wall sign at 269 Broad Street (Sign Central)
• Downtown Design Review for sandwich board sign at 830 W Main Street (Colleen Ries)
• Downtown Design Review for wall signs and monument sign face change at 880 W Main Street (At Properties)
• Condominium plat amendment to combine two units into one at 101 Broad Street (101 Broad Street LLC)
• Public hearings and actions on lodging facility at 723 Williams Street, Symphony Bay Phase 8 subdivision, and boat/trailer storage text amendment

The Lake Geneva Plan Commission approved a zoning text amendment extending boat/trailer driveway storage to Nov 15 and adding canoes/kayaks to exemptions, sending it to City Council. It also approved a limited conditional use permit for a lodging facility at 723 Williams Street, a condominium plat amendment at 101 Broad Street, and two downtown sign applications. The Symphony Bay Phase 8 final plat public hearing was continued to a special meeting on January 6 due to a publication error, and a sandwich board sign request at 830 W Main Street was continued for staff consultation.

• Approved text amendment for boat/trailer storage (7-0)
• Approved limited conditional use permit for lodging at 723 Williams Street (7-0)
• Approved condominium plat amendment at 101 Broad Street (7-0)
• Approved wall sign at 269 Broad Street (7-0)
• Approved wall sign at 880 W Main Street (7-0)
• Continued sandwich board sign at 830 W Main Street (6-1)
• Continued Symphony Bay Phase 8 final plat to Jan 6 special meeting (7-0)

Utility Commission

The Lake Geneva Utility Commission will meet to approve minutes, financials, and bills, and to discuss and potentially act on a contract for cross-connection inspection services with Clean Water Engineering, LLC for 2026-2027, as well as the purchase of a replacement jet-vac truck for the Wastewater Utility.

• Contract for cross-connection inspection services with Clean Water Engineering, LLC for 2026 and 2027
• Purchase of a replacement jet-vac truck for the Wastewater Utility
• Approval of November 2025 financials and bills
• Approval of minutes from November 17, 2025

Library Board

The Lake Geneva Library Board is holding a regular meeting with no specific action items listed. The agenda consists of standard procedural items: approval of minutes, reports from the president, library staff, committees, Friends of the Library, and the city, plus public comments limited to 5 minutes for agenda items.

• Public comments limited to 5 minutes on agenda items
• Approval of previous meeting minutes
• Finance, building and grounds report
• Friends of the Library report
• City report

Library Board

The Lake Geneva Library Board is holding its regular monthly meeting. The agenda is mostly routine, covering approval of prior minutes and invoices, plus reports on the building and grounds, and on donations and investments. No major policy decisions or public hearings are listed.

• Approval of previous months' invoices
• Building and grounds report
• Donation and investment report
• Approval of meeting minutes

The Lake Geneva Library Board Finance, Building & Grounds Committee approved previous meeting minutes, recommended approval of $178,995.50 in invoices covering two months of expenses, and approved allocations from donation funds for 2026, including $10,000 for print materials, $2,000 for youth materials, and $7,500 for meeting room renovation. The committee also received an update on the Smith Meeting Room renovation project. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved previous meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of $178,995.50 in invoices for two months of expenses (unanimous)
• Approved $10,000 from Swanson fund for circulation collection print materials in 2026 (unanimous)
• Approved $2,000 from Swanson fund for youth materials in 2026 (unanimous)
• Approved $7,500 from Steffgen fund for meeting room renovation after 1/1/2026 (unanimous)

Avian Committee

The Avian Committee will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes, review finances, and discuss policy initiatives including exterior lighting standards for a dark sky ordinance and climate-related topics. They will also consider annual events like Swift Night Out and the Bird City application, as well as projects such as hotel birding backpacks, purple martin/kestrel houses, and a native plant grant project. No official Council action will be taken.

• Discussion of Exterior Lighting Standards/Dark Sky Ordinance
• Discussion of Climate-Related Topics
• Swift Night Out (SNO) event
• Bird City Application
• Native Plant Grant Project

Historic Preservation Commission

The Lake Geneva Historic Preservation Commission will discuss setting a public hearing date for the nomination of the Lake Geneva Public Library as a Local Historic Landmark at its January 13, 2026 meeting. Updates will also cover the City’s Historic Preservation Ordinance, a new landmark application form, and Certified Local Government status. Building & Zoning Administrator Renee Hanlon will attend.

• Set public hearing date for Lake Geneva Public Library Local Historic Landmark nomination (January 13, 2026 meeting)
• Review updates to City of Lake Geneva Chapter 34 - Historic Preservation Ordinance
• Discuss new Local Historic Landmark Application Form
• Review Certified Local Government status
• Review 2025 Historic Preservation Commission City Budget and recent bills

The Lake Geneva Historic Preservation Commission approved a motion related to Section 34-61 of the Historic Preservation Ordinance and set a public hearing for January 13, 2026, to consider nominating the Lake Geneva Public Library as a Local Historic Landmark. The commission also passed motions to spend $2,000 on a new website and to request a photo of Holy Communion Episcopal Church for display. No other substantive decisions were made; most items were informational updates.

• Set public hearing for Jan. 13, 2026, on library landmark nomination
• Passed motion concerning Section 34-61 of the Historic Preservation Ordinance
• Approved $2,000 for new website
• Passed motion to ask Cathy Koch for church photo for City Hall display

Library Board

The Lake Geneva Library Board is meeting to receive an update on staff reviews and a potential WiLS Data Classroom project, then will enter closed session to discuss performance evaluations for all library staff and the Library Director. After closed session, the board may take action on items discussed.

• Update on staff reviews (process only)
• WiLS Data Classroom potential project
• Closed session under Wis. Stat. 19.85(1)(c) for employee performance evaluations
• Possible action after closed session

The Lake Geneva Library Board met on December 8, 2025, and handled routine matters. The board went into closed session to discuss employment and performance evaluations for all library staff and the Library Director, then returned to open session and completed the 2025 Library Director evaluation. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved motion to enter closed session for staff and director evaluations (unanimous)
• Approved motion to return to open session (unanimous)
• Completed 2025 Library Director evaluation
• Approved motion to adjourn at 10:45 a.m. (unanimous)

Tourism Commission

The Lake Geneva Tourism Commission will meet to discuss tourism promotion activities, receive updates from contractors and the tourism entity, and review grant requests and final evaluations. The agenda includes a discussion on the Tourism Promotional Grant Program, with a specific update on the Gary Con 2026 shuttle route and a new request from All Things Lake Geneva, LLC. The meeting is largely routine, covering financial updates, event evaluations, and procedural matters.

• Update on Gary Con 2026 shuttle route; $12,000 grant awarded October 13, 2025
• New grant request: ATLG Website Launch & Digital Tourism Campaign by All Things Lake Geneva, LLC
• Final event evaluations: Sylph Lake Geneva (Dawn Springer Dance Projects) and Tracing the Divide-Avant Fall Cider Tour (Avant Cycles)
• Written financial update on Room Tax Dollars Collected, budget, and outstanding tourism grants

Common Council

The Lake Geneva Common Council will meet on December 8, 2025, to conduct routine business including approving minutes, appointing election inspectors, and discussing grant submissions, utility projects, and organizational updates. The meeting includes a consent agenda for standard approvals and a closed session for property and personnel discussions.

• Resolution 25-R58: Appoint City of Lake Geneva Election Inspectors for 2026-2027 term
• Resolution 25-R59: Accept Phase VI Streets of Symphony Bay
• Pay Request #5 from Wolf Paving for 2025 Street Program: $134,717.73
• Center Street Water Tower Recoating project discussion
• Interchange North Utility Commission Project discussion

The Common Council approved a motion to enter direct negotiations with Simple Food Group for the Sheridan Springs properties, following a closed session. The vote was 7-0. Other actions included approving several resolutions, a grant submission, pay request, and utility projects, while sending an interim performance review policy back to committee.

• Approved direct negotiations with Simple Food Group for Sheridan Springs properties (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 25-R58 appointing election inspectors for 2026-2027
• Approved Resolution 25-R59 accepting Phase VI Streets of Symphony Bay
• Approved Resolution 25-R60 amending Fire Department fees
• Approved CLG grant submission (reimbursable)
• Approved Pay Request #5 from Wolf Paving for $134,717.73 for 2025 Street Program
• Approved Center Street Water Tower Recoating for Utility Commission
• Sent Interim Performance Review Policy Framework back to Personnel Committee

Police and Fire Commission

The Lake Geneva Police and Fire Commission will discuss and potentially act on the 2026 budget update, approve monthly bills for both departments, and confirm two fire department promotions. The agenda also includes accepting donations for the Shop with a Cop program and other police department gifts, plus a closed session for legal counsel on litigation.

• 2026 Budget Update discussion/action
• Fire Department bills totaling $402,940.56 for November 2025
• Police Department bills totaling $418,749.99 for November 2025
• Confirm Captain Dennis Detkowski as Fire Prevention Bureau Division Chief effective Jan 1, 2026
• Accept $1,400 in donations for Shop with a Cop and $400 in other police donations

General

The Library Strategic Planning Committee is meeting to discuss the status of the 2024-2026 library plan and the current 2026 plan, including how Highway 50 construction may affect the library and whether plan changes or reductions are needed. They will also begin discussing the planning process for the 2027-2030 plan, including strategies such as consultants, surveys, and county connections. The meeting is primarily a discussion and planning session, with no formal votes or decisions listed on the agenda.

• Review of 2024-2026 plan status and current 2026 plan
• Discussion of Highway 50 construction impact on library
• Planning process for 2027-2030 plan
• Discussion of planning strategies: consultants, surveys, county connections

The Library Board Strategic Planning Committee met to begin developing a 2027-2030 strategic plan, reviewing the current 2024-2026 plan and discussing process steps. No formal decisions were made; members agreed to hold a visioning session for board trustees as an early step. The next meeting is scheduled for January 12, 2026.

• Agreed to hold a visioning session for library board trustees as an early step in the 2027+ planning process
• Scheduled next meeting for January 12, 2026, 3:00-4:30 pm

Business Improvement District (BID)

The Lake Geneva Business Improvement District board is meeting to handle routine business including minutes approval, treasurer's report, and bill payment. They will also receive updates from the city and VISIT Lake Geneva, and discuss board member terms, the marketing plan, and a special meeting for nonprofit planning.

• Treasurer report: chart of accounts, budget vs actuals, pay bills
• Committee updates: bench update, Main Street design review, Hwy 50 re-pavement, public transportation, BID expansion
• New business: board member terms review and nominations
• Marketing plan discussion
• Special meeting appointment for nonprofit organization planning

Hillmoor Commission

The Hillmoor Commission is meeting to discuss routine business, including approving minutes, receiving a consultant's report, and reviewing a presentation on the White Pelican Native Landscaping Grant. The agenda also includes a planning session with Upland Design. No official Council action will be taken at this meeting.

• Presentation/recommendation on White Pelican Native Landscaping Grant
• Planning session with Upland Design
• Approval of minutes from November 13, 2025
• Consultant's report by Michael Krajovic

Personnel Committee

The Personnel Committee will discuss and make recommendations on several personnel matters, including the search for an Assistant City Administrator and a Short-Term Rental & Code Enforcer, the timeline for making the Harbormaster position full-time, updates to the organizational chart, and new policies for performance reviews and training. No official Council action will be taken at this meeting.

• Review of search process for Assistant City Administrator and Short-Term Rental & Code Enforcer
• Timeline for transitioning Harbormaster from part-time to full-time
• Discussion/recommendation on updates to City Organizational Chart
• Discussion/recommendation on Interim Performance Review Policy Framework and Form
• Review of Municipal Government Policy Manual Chapter 6 Personnel (starting at section 608)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Lake Geneva Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing and take action on a variance request for a property at 1065 Mobile Street. The board will also approve minutes from the previous meeting and hear public comments limited to agenda items.

• Variance request for side setback at 1065 Mobile Street (Tax Key No. ZDA 00006) in TR-6 zoning district
• Public hearing and action on variance application by Jay J Carley

Committee of the Whole

The Lake Geneva Committee of the Whole is meeting to receive a presentation on the 2025 Main Street Resource Report from the Downtown Lake Geneva executive director, and to hear reports from various standing committees, commissions, and boards. No official action will be taken at this meeting.

• Presentation: 2025 Main Street Resource Report by Alexandria Binanti, Executive Director, Downtown Lake Geneva
• Reports from standing committees: Finance, Personnel, Public Works, Piers/Harbor/Lakefront
• Reports from commissions/boards: Utility, Tree, Police/Fire, Plan, Parks, Library, Historic Preservation, Avian, Tourism, Cemetery, Hillmoor
• Reports from council representatives on other boards (e.g., VISIT Lake Geneva, Geneva Lake Museum, Economic Development Corp.)

The Lake Geneva Committee of the Whole met on December 1, 2025, and approved the November 3, 2025 minutes (6-0). The meeting consisted of a presentation on the Main Street program, committee reports, and updates from various boards and commissions. No substantive policy decisions, approvals, or denials were made; the meeting was informational and procedural.

• Approved November 3, 2025 Committee of the Whole minutes (6-0)

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee is meeting to discuss and make recommendations on several public works items, including a possible change to on-call bulk pickup, acceptance of Symphony Bay Phase 6 roadway, and recoating the Center Street Water Tower. No official Council action will be taken; the committee's role is to discuss and recommend.

• Possible change to bulk pickup to an on-call basis (Johns Disposal)
• Symphony Bay Phase 6 Roadway acceptance (Kapur)
• Center Street Water Tower Recoating for Utility Commission
• Interchange North Utility Commission Project
• Update on 4-way stop sign at Dodge and Broad Intersection

The Public Works Committee approved three projects: Symphony Bay Phase 6 roadway acceptance with a 1-year warranty retention, the Center Street Water Tower recoating, and the Interchange North Utility Commission project. They also discussed a potential change to bulk pickup by Johns Disposal, deferring action until June or July, and received updates on the 4-way stop sign at Dodge and Broad intersection.

• Approved Symphony Bay Phase 6 roadway acceptance, retaining warranty amount for 1 year (voice vote)
• Approved Center Street Water Tower recoating project (voice vote)
• Approved Interchange North Utility Commission project (voice vote)
• Continued discussion on bulk pickup change to on-call basis, with Johns Disposal returning in June or July

Common Council

The Common Council will hold a public hearing on the proposed 2026 Municipal Operating and Capital Budgets, then consider a resolution adopting the budget and 2025 tax levy. Other actions include re-approving the HWY 50 relocation order, accepting a $575,900 bid for the Library Program Room Renovation, and deciding whether to object to the library's Local Historic Landmark nomination. The agenda also includes consent items, a traffic control device policy proposal, and a closed session for legal advice on litigation.

• Public hearing and adoption of 2026 budget and 2025 tax levy (Resolution 25-R56)
• Bid acceptance of $575,900 by Glen Fern Construction, LLC for Library Program Room Renovation
• Discussion on objecting to Lake Geneva Public Library Local Historic Landmark nomination
• Re-approval of HWY 50 relocation order
• Change Order 4 for $5,830.00 for the 2025 Street Program

The Common Council adopted the 2026 budget and tax levy via Resolution 25-R56 with a 7-1 vote, with Fesenmaier dissenting. They also approved a $575,900 bid for the Library Program Room Renovation, supported the library's historic landmark nomination, and referred a proposed Traffic Control Device Policy to the Public Works Committee for further review. Several other items were approved, including a consent agenda and a resolution canceling the December 22 meeting.

• Adopted 2026 budget and tax levy (Resolution 25-R56) 7-1
• Approved $575,900 bid from Glen Fern Construction for Library Program Room Renovation 8-0
• Supported Library's Local Historic Landmark nomination 8-0
• Referred Traffic Control Device Policy to Public Works Committee 6-2
• Approved re-approval of HWY 50 relocation order 8-0
• Approved canceling December 22, 2025 Council meeting 8-0
• Approved consent agenda including change order and event permits 8-0
• Appointed Ackerman and Parrish to Tree Board 8-0

Geneva Lake Environmental Agency

The Geneva Lake Environmental Agency board will hold its monthly meeting, primarily reviewing October financial reports and discussing routine business items. The agenda includes updates on lake use, the Abbey Marina starry stonewort situation, and partnerships, but no major policy decisions or public hearings are scheduled.

• Action on October 2025 Income Statement and Balance Sheet
• Abbey Marina Starry Stonewort Meeting Update
• Big Foot Lagoon discussion
• Clean Boats, Clean Waters program update
• Municipal reports from Lake Geneva, Williams Bay, Fontana, Linn, and Walworth

Board of Park Commissioners

The Lake Geneva Board of Park Commissioners will hear presentations and discuss planning for the Hillmoor property, a proposed sidewalk along Highway 50 near Hillmoor, and updates to the Park Visioning Strategy and Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan (CORP) for 2026. No official actions will be taken at this meeting.

• Hillmoor property planning presentation and discussion
• Proposed City sidewalk for HWY 50 project along Hillmoor frontage
• Park Visioning Strategy discussion
• Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Planning (CORP) 2026 discussion

Finance, Licensing, and Regulation Committee

The Finance, Licensing, and Regulation Committee will discuss and recommend action on licenses, permits, a complimentary ballroom event, and a change order for the 2025 street program. They will also review financial reports and approve accounts payable. The meeting includes a public comment period limited to agenda items.

• Public Event Permit for Light Up Lake Geneva Tree Lighting Ceremony on Nov 28, 2025, in Flat Iron Park
• Complimentary Riviera Ballroom Event Request from Lake Geneva Public Library for author event on Feb 28, 2026
• Change Order 4 for 2025 Street Program in amount of $5,830.00
• Pre-Paid Checks: $220,122.79
• Regular Checks: $462,171.67

The Finance, Licensing, and Regulation Committee approved all items on the agenda, including a public event permit for the Light Up Lake Geneva Tree Lighting Ceremony, a complimentary Riviera Ballroom event for the library, a change order for the 2025 Street Program, and pre-paid and regular checks. All votes were unanimous voice votes.

• Approved minutes from November 4, 2025
• Approved public event permit for Light Up Lake Geneva Tree Lighting Ceremony (Nov 28, 2025)
• Approved complimentary Riviera Ballroom event for Lake Geneva Public Library author event (Feb 28, 2026)
• Approved Change Order 4 for 2025 Street Program ($5,830.00)
• Approved pre-paid checks ($220,122.79)
• Approved regular checks ($462,171.67)

Utility Commission

The Lake Geneva Utility Commission will discuss and potentially act on several items, including authorizing the bidding phase for the Sheridan Springs Road/CTH H utility improvement project, accepting utility improvements for Symphony Bay Phase 6, and adopting the 2026 budgets for the water and wastewater utilities. The commission will also consider a compensation study update, a wage adjustment resolution, and a request from AT&T to lease space at the Center St. water tower.

• Authorization to bid Sheridan Springs Road/CTH H utility improvements (project at ~90% design)
• Acceptance of water and sewer improvements for Symphony Bay Phase 6 (Cadence Circle, Canon Drive, Maestro Circle)
• Adoption of 2026 Operating, Maintenance, and Capital Budgets for Wastewater and Water Utilities
• Implementation of Compensation Study Update by McGrath Human Resources Group for non-represented utility personnel
• Request by Amentum Services (AT&T) to establish equipment lease at Center St. water tower

General

The Library Finance, Building, & Grounds Committee will meet to approve past invoices, receive a building and grounds update, and review investment and donation reports. No major decisions are scheduled.

Hillmoor Commission

The Hillmoor Commission will discuss and potentially recommend actions on several items, including kestrel nesting boxes, a tentative meeting schedule, and a utility bill insert for newsletter sign-ups. The main focus is a presentation and discussion on amenities in three draft conceptual plans for Zone 1 of Hillmoor park. The meeting is primarily for discussion and recommendations; no official Council action will be taken.

• Discussion/Recommendation regarding Kestrel Nesting Boxes on Hillmoor
• Review of Tentative Meeting Schedule from November 17, 2025 to March 31, 2026
• Presentation/Discussion regarding Amenities in Three Draft Conceptual Plans for Zone 1
• Discussion/Recommendation regarding Utility bill insert for newsletter sign up

The Hillmoor Commission unanimously approved placing a kestrel nesting box in Zone 4 and selected Upland Design to develop two draft concept plans for Zone 1 amenities on city-owned land, with a third option including school district property. The commission also recommended a utility bill insert to promote public engagement. The ecological restoration plan was delayed to January 2026 due to budget changes.

• Approved kestrel nesting box placement in Zone 4 (unanimous)
• Selected Upland Design to develop two draft concept plans for Zone 1 on city land near skate park
• Third concept plan option includes school district land behind Eastview School
• Recommended utility bill insert for newsletter sign-up
• Approved minutes of October 9, 2025 (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Library Board

The Lake Geneva Library Board will consider approving a construction bid for the Smith Meeting Room renovation, opened November 7, 2025. The board will also review a draft AI policy, an outreach policy for a Piggly Wiggly location, and updates on the SMR renovation and HVAC capital budget items.

• Action item: construction bid for Smith Meeting Room renovation from bid opening on November 7, 2025
• Review and approval of invoices
• HVAC updates - capital budget items
• Outreach policy - Piggly Wiggly location
• AI policy - draft, for review

Business Improvement District (BID)

The Lake Geneva Business Improvement District Board of Directors is holding a special meeting to review routine reports, including the treasurer's report and executive director's update on marketing and committees. The board will also consider a new business item and then move into closed session to discuss Executive Director position negotiations.

• Closed session to discuss Executive Director position negotiations
• Treasurer report: Chart of Accounts review, Budget vs Actuals, pay bills
• Marketing report: Oktoberfest, Wine Walk recaps, Tree Lighting update
• Design committee: Alleyway Project, Bench Update
• Economic Vitality: Hwy 50 Resurfacing, BID Connects, Vacancy Research

The Lake Geneva Business Improvement District Board held a special meeting with all members present except three excused. The board approved the previous meeting's minutes and heard public comments about Oktoberfest no longer being on Broad Street. The board voted unanimously to enter closed session to negotiate the Executive Director position, then exited closed session while continuing to consider two proposals submitted to the board.

• Approved minutes from last meeting (unanimous)
• Approved motion to enter closed session for Executive Director negotiations (unanimous)
• Approved motion to exit closed session, continuing with two proposals submitted to the board (unanimous)

Piers, Harbors, and Lakefront Committee

The Piers, Harbors, and Lakefront Committee will discuss and possibly recommend adding a QR code to 2026 beach wristbands, linking to VisitLakeGeneva.com, with Visit Lake Geneva covering half the cost. They will also discuss the Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan (CORP). The meeting includes the Harbormaster's report and approval of prior minutes.

• QR code on beach wristbands with $1,465.50 cost-sharing from Visit Lake Geneva
• Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan (CORP) discussion
• Harbormaster report: boat launch revenue $33,865.42 year-to-date vs $30,000 budget
• Water Safety Patrol lifeguard contract postponed for review
• Beach signage updates: off-season water quality, rules, and 'No Pets Allowed'

The Piers, Harbors, and Lakefront Committee approved a partnership with Visit LG for updated beach passes featuring QR codes. The committee also approved the minutes from September 10, 2025, and discussed the Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan (CORP), with staff to set a joint meeting with the Parks Committee. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved QR-code beach bracelets with Visit LG (voice vote)
• Approved minutes from September 10, 2025 (voice vote)
• Discussed CORP; staff to set joint meeting with Parks

Historic Preservation Commission

The Lake Geneva Historic Preservation Commission will review its 2025 city budget and recent expenses, discuss building projects in historic districts, and consider new local landmark nominations. The agenda also includes updates on the Three Graces statue, historic plaques, and walking tour apps. Most items are updates or discussions rather than final decisions.

• Review of 2025 city budget and recent bills; current balance $5,699.68
• Discussion of building projects: Oak Hill Cemetery office repairs and Eduard Babayev's new house at 833 Wisconsin Street
• Update on Hillmoor Archaeological Site Survey and grant for new Intensive Historic Survey
• Discussion on Local Historic Landmark nominations, including Lake Geneva Public Library
• Historic plaque cost: $300.68 each from Timberline Signs

Avian Committee

The Lake Geneva Avian Committee will discuss and likely vote on sending proposed revisions to the city’s exterior lighting standards to the Building & Zoning Director for adoption. The changes aim to replace current lighting rules with Dark Skies–recommended wording to help the city qualify as a Dark Skies community. Other topics include updates on the Bird City application, hotel birding backpacks, and climate change projects.

• Proposed revisions to Sec. 98-707 Exterior Lighting Standards sent to Building & Zoning Director for adoption
• Discussion on Bird City Application progress and potential grant funding ($500 allocated)
• Update on Hotel Birding Backpacks program at Fairfield Hotel
• Review of climate change topics and projects

The Avian Committee approved moving the 2026 Swift Night Out event to September 10, one week later than usual, to avoid conflicts with Labor Day weekend activities. The committee also discussed the Bird City/White Pelican grant award, Dark Skies ordinance revisions, and other birding projects, but no other formal decisions were made.

• Approved moving 2026 Swift Night Out to September 10 (voice vote)
• Approved amended October minutes (voice vote)

Common Council

The Lake Geneva Common Council will consider referring an Avalon Properties annexation to the Plan Commission, designating Zone 5 of Hillmoor as surplus property, and acting on several financial items including street program contracts and a compensation study update. The agenda also includes a conditional use permit for a lodging facility and approvals for Hillmoor planning and restoration.

• Referral of Avalon Properties annexation to Plan Commission
• Designating Hillmoor Zone 5 as surplus property
• Task Order #48 with Kapur & Associates for 2026 Street Program, not to exceed $140,190
• Pay Request #4 from Wolf Paving for 2025 Street Program, $217,487.70
• Resolution 25-R54: Limited Conditional Use Permit for Commercial Indoor Lodging at 640 W Main Street

Tourism Commission

The Lake Geneva Tourism Commission is meeting to review tourism promotional grant requests, including the World's Tallest Glass Tree, baseball/softball travel tournament field maintenance, and a balloon adventure event. The commission will also receive updates on promotional activities, hotel performance, and a financial report on room tax dollars collected and tourism grant disbursements.

• Grant request: World's Tallest Glass Tree (Mack Glass NFP)
• Grant request: Baseball/Softball Travel Tournaments-Sports Field Maintenance Work (Geneva Lakes Family YMCA)
• Grant request: The Balloon Adventure-Buggin' Out! (531 Fund)
• Final event evaluation: Sylph Lake Geneva (Dawn Springer Dance Projects)
• Financial update: Room tax collections and tourism fund balance of $1,150,022.19 as of Sept 30, 2025

The Lake Geneva Tourism Commission approved two tourism promotional grants: $36,400 for baseball/softball field maintenance at Geneva Lakes YMCA and $25,000 for The Balloon Adventure event (amended from a $20,000 motion). A request for additional funds for the World's Tallest Glass Tree received no new motion. The commission also approved prior meeting minutes and heard updates from staff and partner organizations.

• Approved $36,400 grant for Geneva Lakes YMCA field maintenance (unanimous)
• Approved $25,000 grant for The Balloon Adventure event (unanimous, amended from $20,000)
• No additional motion for World's Tallest Glass Tree beyond prior $50,000 grant
• Approved October 13, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Continued Sylph Lake Geneva final evaluation to December meeting

Police and Fire Commission

The Police and Fire Commission will consider approving October 2025 bills for the police and fire departments, totaling $815,681.24, and will discuss monthly activity reports, a county fire and EMS study, and the 2026 budget. The meeting includes several action items, such as approving donations and hiring personnel, as well as informational briefings from department chiefs.

• Police bills: $409,869.05 operating, $2,726.00 capital, total $412,595.05
• Fire bills: $397,001.24 operating, $6,084.95 equipment, total $403,086.19
• Donations: $900 for Shop with a Cop (Como Community Cares $300, Brunk Industries $600), $2,500 from Capitol Geneva, LLC
• Discussion of Wisconsin Policy Forum Study of Walworth County Fire & EMS
• Approval of Policy 1050 Fire Prevention Bureau Division Chief position description and posting

Personnel Committee

The Personnel Committee will hear a presentation on the draft Compensation Study Update for non-represented personnel and may recommend it to the Common Council. They will also review a proposed performance review form and process for the City Administrator, and continue reviewing Chapter 6 of the Municipal Government Policy Manual. No official Council action will be taken at this meeting.

• Presentation and possible recommendation of draft Compensation Study Update report for all non-represented personnel
• Review and possible recommendation for approval of City Administrator's review form and process
• Review Municipal Government Policy Manual: Chapter 6 Personnel
• Compensation study recommends adding Building Inspector positions and adjusting pay grades for Library Director and Fire Chief
• 2026 recommended salary schedule included in study

The Personnel Committee recommended the draft Compensation Study Update report for all non-represented personnel to the city council, with the consultant available for Q&A. The committee also reviewed the City Administrator's review form and process, which will be revised and reviewed again next month, and reviewed sections 601-607 of the Municipal Government Policy Manual Chapter 6. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Recommended draft Compensation Study Update report to council (voice vote, approved)
• Approved minutes from October 6, 2025 (voice vote, approved)
• Adjourned at 5:05 pm (voice vote, approved)

Finance, Licensing, and Regulation Committee

The Finance, Licensing, and Regulation Committee will discuss and possibly recommend approval of Task Order #48 with Kapur & Associates for civil engineering services for the 2026 Street Program, not to exceed $140,190. The committee will also review two items related to the 2025 Street Program: Pay Request #4 from Wolf Paving for $217,487.70 and Change Order #3 increasing the contract by $20,965. The agenda includes approval of prior meeting minutes and a presentation of accounts totaling $389,885.30 in pre-paid and regular checks.

• Task Order #48 with Kapur & Associates for 2026 Street Program engineering, not to exceed $140,190
• Pay Request #4 from Wolf Paving for 2025 Street Program, $217,487.70
• Change Order #3 to Wolf Paving for 2025 Street Program, increase of $20,965
• Pre-paid checks: $270,076.75
• Regular checks: $119,808.55

Committee of the Whole

The Lake Geneva Committee of the Whole is meeting to hear presentations on a proposed change to bulk item collection by Johns Disposal and an introduction to TDS Telecom's fiber optic internet service. The agenda also includes routine approval of minutes, public comments, and reports from various committees and boards. No official action will be taken at this meeting.

• Presentation on bulk items collection change by Johns Disposal
• Introduction to TDS Telecom and fiber optic to the home technology
• Approval of Committee of the Whole minutes from October 6, 2025
• Public comments limited to 5 minutes per person
• Reports from standing committees and boards

The Committee of the Whole heard presentations on a proposed change to bulk item pick-up to an on-call model and on TDS Telecom's fiber optic to the home technology, but took no formal action on either. The only formal decision was approving the October 6, 2025 minutes (8-0). All other items were informational reports from committees and boards.

• Approved Committee of the Whole minutes from October 6, 2025 (8-0)

General

The Hillmoor Commission will hear presentations from finalist firms for two contracts: the Hillmoor Zone 1 Conceptual Plan and the Hillmoor Ecological Restoration Plan. Following the presentations, the commission will discuss and make recommendations on which firms to select. This is a special meeting focused on these two project decisions.

• Presentation by Ruekert & Mielke (Hillmoor Collective), Emmons and Olivier Resources, and Upland Design for the Hillmoor Zone 1 Conceptual Plan
• Discussion and recommendation on selection of firm for the Hillmoor Zone 1 Conceptual Plan
• Presentation by Emmons and Olivier Resources and Native Range for the Hillmoor Ecological Restoration Plan
• Discussion and recommendation on selection of firm for the Hillmoor Ecological Restoration Plan

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee will discuss and possibly recommend action on the 2026 Streets Program (Task Order 48), a draft Traffic Control Device Policy, updates on the Highway 50 project, speed bumps, curb ramping, crosswalks, the Dodge and Broad intersection, and a possible switch to on-call bulk trash pickup with Johns Disposal. No official Council action will be taken; the committee only makes recommendations.

• Discussion/Recommendation on Task Order 48 for the 2026 Streets Program
• Update on Highway 50 project, including real estate acquisition and construction starting February 2027
• Draft Seasonal Alley Speed Bumps Procedure (petition with $500 fee, 50% resident support)
• Discussion on possible change to on-call bulk trash pickup with Johns Disposal
• Discussion on Dodge and Broad intersection

Common Council

The Lake Geneva Common Council will consider two ordinances amending the city's Comprehensive Plan Future Land Use Map, one for parcels on Elkhorn Road and one near Interchange North, both changing designations to Planned Mixed Use. The council will also approve publication of the public hearing notice for the 2026 operating and capital budgets, add a $90 Saturday columbarium charge, and accept checks totaling over $1.3 million. Consent agenda items include a temporary wine license and public event permit for the Downtown Lake Geneva Fall Wine Walk on November 2, 2025.

• Ordinance 25-16: Future Land Use Map change for N3113/N3103 CTH H and 1336-1350 Elkhorn Rd from Institutional & Community Services to Planned Mixed Use
• Ordinance 25-17: Future Land Use Map change for parcels at northwest corner of Interchange North (STH 120) and USH 12 from Planned Neighborhood to Planned Mixed Use
• Resolution 25-R52: Approving publication of Public Hearing Notice for 2026 Operating and Capital Budgets
• Resolution 25-R53: Adding $90.00 Saturday charge for columbarium
• Acceptance of Pre-Paid Checks of $260,139.66 and Regular Checks of $1,088,354.20

The Common Council approved two ordinances amending the Comprehensive Plan's Future Land Use Map, changing designations to Planned Mixed Use for parcels on CTH H/Elkhorn Rd and at Interchange North/USH 12. Both were approved on second reading, with Ordinance 25-16 passing 7-1 and Ordinance 25-17 passing 8-0. The council also approved consent items, a budget hearing publication resolution, a Saturday columbarium fee, and check payments.

• Approved Ordinance 25-16 changing future land use to Planned Mixed Use for parcels on CTH H and Elkhorn Rd (7-1)
• Approved Ordinance 25-17 changing future land use to Planned Mixed Use for parcels at Interchange North and USH 12 (8-0)
• Approved Resolution 25-R52 authorizing publication of 2026 budget public hearing notice (8-0)
• Approved Resolution 25-R53 adding $90 Saturday charge for columbarium opening (8-0)
• Approved consent agenda including Fall Wine Walk license and event permit (8-0)
• Approved pre-paid checks of $260,139.66 and regular checks of $1,088,354.20 (8-0)

Board of Park Commissioners

The Board of Park Commissioners will discuss and possibly recommend forwarding the YMCA's request for funding to improve fields at Veteran's Park to the Common Council. They will also begin discussions on a Park Visioning Strategy to align with broader city planning efforts. The agenda includes routine items like minutes approval and a director's update.

• Discussion/recommendation on YMCA improvements to Veteran's Park fields
• Discussion/recommendation on Park Visioning Strategy
• Approval of minutes from September 16, 2025
• Parks Director Update

Finance, Licensing, and Regulation Committee

The Finance, Licensing, and Regulation Committee will discuss and possibly recommend approval of a temporary wine license and public event permit for the Downtown Lake Geneva Fall Wine Walk on November 2, 2025. They will also review the 2026 capital, equipment, and operating budget, and approve accounts payable totaling over $1.3 million.

• Temporary Class B Wine License for Downtown Lake Geneva Inc. Fall Wine Walk, Nov 2, 2025
• Public Event Permit for Fall Wine Walk, Nov 2, 2025
• Pre-paid checks: $260,139.66
• Regular checks: $1,088,354.20
• Discussion of 2026 Capital, Equipment and Operating Budget

Utility Commission

The Lake Geneva Utility Commission will meet to approve September financials and bills, discuss the 2026 water and wastewater budgets, and consider a final payment for the White River Culvert Replacement Project. They will also discuss awarding a concrete floor coatings contract and elect board officers.

• Final payment and retainage release for RLP Diversified on White River Culvert Replacement Project
• Possible award of 2025 Concrete Floor Coatings project
• 2026 Water Utility and Wastewater Utility budget requests
• Approval of September 2025 financials and bills totaling $109,042.64
• Election of President and Secretary for the Board of Utility Commissioners

The Lake Geneva Utility Commission approved a $69,315 contract for the 2025 Concrete Floor Coatings project to Grote & Sons, contingent on an onsite meeting. The commission also released final payment for the White River Culvert Replacement Project, appointed Dennis Lyon as president and Bill Binn as secretary, and approved September financials and bills. No action was taken on the 2026 budgets, which await a wage study update.

• Approved Grote & Sons for $69,315 for 2025 Concrete Floor Coatings, with onsite meeting condition (4-0)
• Released final payment and retainage for RLP Diversified on White River Culvert Replacement (4-0)
• Appointed Dennis Lyon as president (4-0)
• Appointed Bill Binn as secretary (4-0)
• Approved September 2025 financials (4-0)
• Approved September 2025 bills (4-0)
• Approved minutes from September 15, 2025 (4-0)

Plan Commission

The Lake Geneva Plan Commission will hold a public hearing and vote on a conditional use permit for an indoor commercial lodging facility at 640 W Main Street. They will also review a concept plan for multifamily and commercial development at two tax keys and discuss a zoning ordinance amendment to extend driveway boat parking times.

• Public hearing and vote on Conditional Use Permit for 640 W Main Street indoor commercial lodging facility
• Concept plan review for multifamily and commercial development at Tax Keys ZYUP 00149D1 and ZA284300001
• Discussion on drafting zoning ordinance text amendment to extend driveway boat parking time

Geneva Lake Environmental Agency

The Geneva Lake Environmental Agency board will hold its monthly meeting to approve September financial reports, discuss lake management items such as walleye stocking, Cisco survey results, E. coli signage, and boat counts, and consider the 2026 budget. The board will also receive updates from local municipalities and may enter closed session to discuss employment matters.

• Action on September 2025 Income Statement and Balance Sheet
• Walleyes For Tomorrow – Partner Project
• Cisco Survey Results
• E. Coli Signage for Summer
• Budget for 2026

Historic Preservation Commission

The Lake Geneva Historic Preservation Commission is meeting to review its 2025 city budget and recent expenses, discuss building projects in historic districts, and receive updates on the Hillmoor archaeological survey and grant. The commission will also discuss the status of local landmark nominations, historic plaque applications, and the Three Graces statue. The agenda includes updates on various historic sites and events, as well as discussions on signage and ordinance changes.

• Review of 2025 city budget and recent bills; current balance $12,579.59
• Discussion of repairs at Oak Hill Cemetery office and new house at 833 Wisconsin Street
• Update on Hillmoor Archaeological Site Survey and grant for Intensive Historic Survey
• Status of Local Historic Landmark nominations for Lake Geneva Public Library and The Riviera
• Historic plaques from Timberline Signs at $300.68 each

The Lake Geneva Historic Preservation Commission met on October 15, 2025, and heard public comments from Dave and Tika Kupets about the deteriorating stone entrance gates at Ceylon Court (former Maytag Estate), asking for help with restoration. The commission also received updates on various projects and events, but no formal decisions were made. The meeting was largely informational, with no votes or resolutions taken.

• No formal decisions or votes were recorded at the meeting
• Heard public comment regarding restoration of Ceylon Court stone gates
• Received updates on Geneva Lake Museum events and short-term rental regulations
• Noted Black Point Estate closing for the season at end of October
• Discussed potential new historic signs, including Haskins/Crawford and Old Mill Pond
• Reviewed current budget balance of $5,699.68

Cemetery Board

The Lake Geneva Cemetery Board will discuss and possibly recommend changes to cemetery fees, including a Saturday charge for columbarium internments, raising perpetual care fees to 20% of the purchase price of gravesites or niches, and increasing niche prices. They will also review wish list projects such as chapel windows and roof, security cameras, and a sexton cold storage shed, along with cemetery rules and regulations and the Museum Parade of Trees.

• Discussion on Saturday charge for columbarium internment
• Proposal to change perpetual care fees to 20% of purchase price of gravesite or niche
• Possible recommendation on niche pricing increase
• Review of wish list projects: Chapel Windows and Roof, Security Cameras, Sexton Cold Storage Shed
• Review of Cemetery Rules and Regulations

Avian Committee

The Lake Geneva Avian Committee will meet to discuss and possibly recommend updates to the city’s exterior lighting standards (Sec. 98-707) to reduce light pollution and protect migratory birds. The committee will also review updates on local birding initiatives, grant applications, and park projects.

• Proposed revisions to Sec. 98-707 Exterior Lighting Standards sent to Building & Zoning Director for adoption
• Discussion/Update Regarding Bird City Application (grant deadline Oct. 15)
• Discussion/Update Regarding Hotel Birding Backpacks project
• Discussion/Recommendation Regarding Partnerships and Grants
• Discussion Regarding Local Parks and Hillmoor Property Projects

The Avian Committee unanimously approved sending a request to the Building and Zoning Director to replace Sec. 98-707 of the city's municipal code with wording recommended by DarkSkies.org, aiming for Dark Skies community certification. The committee also moved the 2026 Swift Night Out to September 10, pending location and activity checks, and discussed the Bird City application and hotel birding backpacks.

• Approved sending Dark Skies ordinance replacement request to Building & Zoning Director (unanimous)
• Moved 2026 Swift Night Out to September 10, pending checks
• Approved minutes from September 9 and September 17 meetings
• Moved item 6 to item 11 on agenda (procedural)

Tree Board

The Lake Geneva Tree Board will meet to discuss and possibly recommend changes to city ordinances related to the Tree Board, and to discuss renewal of the Tree City USA certification. The board will also hear the arborist's report and consider approval of the previous meeting's minutes.

• Discussion/Recommendation regarding Ordinance Changes
• Discussion/Recommendation regarding Tree City renewal certification
• Arborist Report by Jon Foster
• Approval of minutes from September 9, 2025

The Lake Geneva Tree Board approved the September 9, 2025 minutes, clarifying that only policy-level discussions and formal actions will be recorded. The board also discussed outdated wording in Tree Board and Forestry ordinances and noted that the Tree City renewal application was submitted.

• Approved September 9, 2025 minutes (voice vote, motion carried)
• Discussed ordinance changes for Tree Board and Forestry codes (no action taken)
• Noted Tree City renewal application submitted (no action taken)

Tourism Commission

The Lake Geneva Tourism Commission meets to discuss updates on tourism promotional activities, review financials from room tax dollars, and consider grant applications for events like the Riviera Ballroom window coverings and Gary Con 2026. The commission will also review proposed changes to grant application procedures and hear final evaluations from organizations that received tourism grants.

• Review of Room Tax Dollars Collected, Financials, and current Budget & Disbursements
• Discussion/Action on Tourism Promotional Grant Program requests including Riviera Ballroom window coverings ($15,000) and Gary Con 2026
• Possible Action on Independent Contractor Agreement for Lake Geneva Cooperative Convention Center Special Events Coordinator
• Proposed changes to Tourism Commission Promotional Grant Informational Guide & Application
• Final Event Evaluations from organizations receiving Tourism Grants (e.g., Art in the Park, Venetian Festival)

Common Council

The Lake Geneva Common Council will meet to act on routine administrative items, approve contracts, and discuss personnel and easement requests. The meeting includes votes on surplus property declarations, liquor license applications, and payments for construction projects like the Lagoon Seawall Replacement.

• Approval of $45,000 strategic planning services contract with Future iQ, Inc.
• Declaration of surplus DPW items including a pressure washer and miscellaneous equipment
• Pay Request No. 2 for Lagoon Seawall Replacement Project: $3,275.71 to CK Contractors, LLC
• Pay Application No. 2 for 2025 Basketball and Tennis Courts Resurfacing: $75,866.00 to Cichinni Asphalt
• Pay Application No. 3 for 2025 Street Program: $48,920.27 to Wolf Paving

The Common Council approved a $45,000 strategic planning services agreement with Future iQ, Inc. by a 4-3 vote, with Mayor Krause casting the deciding vote. The council also approved a revised harbormaster job description, rejected bids for a school crossing beacon project, and approved several consent agenda items. A request to waive the fee for a holiday concert was denied, and the council instead voted to charge a $500 fee.

• Approved $45,000 strategic planning contract with Future iQ, Inc. (4-3)
• Approved amended harbormaster job description
• Rejected bids for Rapid Flashing Beacons at School Crossing project, starting RFP process
• Approved consent agenda items including liquor licenses and pay requests
• Approved complimentary Riviera Ballroom use for Veterans Day Program
• Denied complimentary Riviera Ballroom use for holiday concert; $500 fee charged instead
• Approved Ordinance 25-15 clarifying City Administrator and Personnel Committee responsibilities
• Approved temporary limited easements request from WI DOT

General

The Lake Geneva Common Council and Plan Commission are holding a joint meeting with public hearings on two proposed amendments to the city's Comprehensive Plan Future Land Use Map. The amendments would change land use designations for properties on Elkhorn Road and at Interchange North, potentially allowing future rezonings. The Plan Commission will then discuss and vote on resolutions recommending approval or denial of each amendment to the Common Council.

• Public hearing on amendment to change future land use for 1336, 1340, 1342, and 1350 Elkhorn Road from 'Institutional & Community Services' to 'Mixed Residential' or 'Planned Mixed Use' (applicant: Celine Haydam)
• Public hearing on amendment to change future land use for parcels at northwest corner of Interchange North (STH 120) and USH 12 from 'Planned Neighborhood' to 'Planned Mixed Use' (applicant: Red Rock Builders, Inc.)
• Plan Commission discussion and recommendation on Resolution PC-047 (Elkhorn Road) and PC-048 (Interchange North) to amend the Comprehensive Plan

Library Board

The Lake Geneva Library Board meets on October 9, 2025, to discuss facility updates, finances, and library outreach. The agenda includes reviewing basement condensation and ductwork quotes from Zien and Southern Lakes, an SMR renovation update, and an offer from Piggly Wiggly to host a mini branch location.

• Discussion of Piggly Wiggly offer for a mini branch location
• Review and approval of August invoices
• SMR renovation update and vestibule restroom ventilation update
• Basement condensation and ductwork quotes from Zien and Southern Lakes
• Presentation by Dragon Days organizer Harold Johnson on past and future festivals

The Lake Geneva Library Board approved August invoices totaling $84,866.36 and a basement ductwork proposal from Southern Lakes. Staff will bring a plan for a potential Piggly Wiggly mini-branch to the next meeting. The board also heard updates on Dragon Days, a $36,000 grant opportunity, and the SMR renovation.

• Approved August invoices totaling $84,866.36 (unanimous)
• Approved Southern Lakes basement ductwork proposal (unanimous)
• Approved previous meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Tabled Piggly Wiggly mini-branch decision pending staffing/service plan

Police and Fire Commission

The Lake Geneva Police and Fire Commission will discuss and potentially act on a recommendation from a police and fire operational facility study. The agenda also includes routine approvals of monthly bills, policy updates, donations, and a closed session for police personnel matters.

• Discussion/Action on Police and Fire Operational Study Facility Recommendation
• Approval of September 2025 fire bills totaling $417,803.56
• Approval of September 2025 police bills totaling $449,045.27
• Approval of forcible entry tool purchase for $10,055.00
• Approval of Lexipol policies including new Marine Unit policy

Hillmoor Commission

The Hillmoor Commission is meeting to discuss the RFP review process, receive a consultant report, review finances and budget updates, and hear from Friends of Hillmoor. The agenda is largely procedural, with no final decisions scheduled, but budget items for 2026-2027 are listed for discussion.

• Discussion of RFP review process for planning and ecological restoration proposals
• Financial review and budget update, including potential 2026 items like $90,000 dog park relocation and $300,000 path completion
• Update from Friends of Hillmoor on activities
• Approval of minutes from September 11, 2025 meeting

The Hillmoor Commission unanimously approved the September 11, 2025 minutes with a revision to the Avian Committee's grant application wording. The commission received 9 proposals for the Zone 1 Conceptual Planning RFP and discussed the review process, selecting Paula Porubcan and Dan Getzen as representatives. The 2026 budget and potential capital items were reviewed, but no final decisions were made.

• Approved September 11, 2025 minutes with revision (unanimous)
• Received 9 proposals for Zone 1 Conceptual Planning RFP
• Selected Paula Porubcan for Ecological Restoration RFP review
• Selected Dan Getzen for Zone 1 Conceptual Plan RFP review

Finance, Licensing, and Regulation Committee

The Finance, Licensing, and Regulation Committee will discuss and recommend action on several items, including new liquor licenses, event requests, contractor payments, and a proposed $45,000 strategic planning services agreement. They will also consider rejecting bids for the Rapid Flashing Beacons at School Crossing project and starting a new RFP process. The meeting includes routine approvals of minutes, financial reports, and accounts payable.

• Original Class B Beer / Class C Wine license applications for Area 262 LLC (100 N Edwards Blvd) and Liang's LLC dba Su Wings Chinese Restaurant (743 North St)
• Complimentary Riviera Ballroom event requests: Veterans Day Program (Nov 11) and Lake Geneva Holiday Concert (Dec 21)
• Pay Request No. 2 to CK Contractors for Lagoon Seawall Replacement: $3,275.71
• Pay Application No. 2 to Cichinni Asphalt for Basketball and Tennis Courts Resurfacing: $75,866.00
• Pay Application No. 3 to Wolf Paving for 2025 Street Program: $48,920.27

The Finance, Licensing, and Regulation Committee approved two new liquor licenses, several pay requests, a strategic planning agreement, and rejected bids for a school crossing project. A request for a complimentary Riviera Ballroom event for a holiday concert failed on a 2-2 vote and will go to Council without a recommendation. All other items were approved unanimously.

• Approved Class B Beer/Class C Wine license for Area 262 LLC dba Area 262
• Approved Class B Beer/Class C Wine license for Liang's LLC dba Su Wings Chinese Restaurant
• Approved complimentary Riviera Ballroom for Veterans Day Program (Nov 11)
• Holiday concert request failed 2-2, moved to Council without recommendation
• Approved Pay Request No. 2 to CK Contractors for $3,275.71 (Lagoon Seawall)
• Approved Pay Application No. 2 to Cichinni Asphalt for $75,866.00 (court resurfacing)
• Approved Pay Application No. 3 to Wolf Paving for $48,920.27 (street program)
• Approved rejection of bids for Rapid Flashing Beacons and starting RFP process

Police and Fire Commission

The Lake Geneva Police and Fire Commission is holding a special workshop to discuss recommendations from a Police and Fire Operational Study Facility. No formal action will be taken at this meeting; it is for discussion only. A quorum of the City Council may attend to gather information, but no Council action will occur.

• Discussion of Police and Fire Operational Study Facility Recommendations

Committee of the Whole

The Lake Geneva Committee of the Whole will discuss a proposed zoning ordinance change to extend the allowable outside parking period for recreational vehicles from Memorial Day to Labor Day to Memorial Day through October 15. The item is being referred to the Plan Commission for further consideration. The agenda also includes routine approvals of minutes and reports from various city committees and boards.

• Proposed change to zoning ordinance 98-706(b)2 to extend RV parking period to October 15
• Approval of Committee of the Whole minutes from August 4, 2025
• Reports from standing committees (Finance, Personnel, Public Works, Piers/Harbor/Lakefront)
• Reports from commissions and boards (Utility, Tree, Police and Fire, Plan, Parks, Library, Historic Preservation, Avian, Tourism, Cemetery, Hillmoor)
• Reports from council representatives on external boards (VISIT Lake Geneva, Geneva Lake Museum, Economic Development, YMCA, etc.)

The Committee of the Whole discussed a proposed zoning ordinance change to extend the allowable outside parking period for recreational vehicles and equipment from Memorial Day–Labor Day to Memorial Day–October 15. No formal action was taken; the item was referred to the Plan Commission by consensus. The committee also heard public comments on surplus land sales and received reports from various boards and commissions.

• Approved Committee of the Whole minutes from August 4, 2025 (7-0)
• Referred proposed zoning change for RV parking timeline to Plan Commission by consensus
• Adjourned meeting at 7:13 pm (7-0)

Personnel Committee

The Lake Geneva Personnel Committee will discuss and possibly recommend changes to the Harbormaster job description, 2026 staffing budget recommendations, and proposed amendments to Municipal Code Section 2-49(3) regarding the committee's role. They will also discuss a draft proposal for municipal operating excellence and efficiency, including AI readiness, and review Chapter 5 of the Municipal Government Policy Manual. No official Council action will be taken at this meeting.

• Harbormaster job description review (full-time, year-round, salary grade G)
• 2026 Staffing Budget Recommendations
• Proposed changes to Municipal Code Sec. 2-49(3) Personnel Committee
• Municipal Operating Excellence & Efficiency proposal (AI readiness, $250k-$400k technology investment)
• Review of Municipal Government Policy Manual Chapter 5 - Records & Documents

The Personnel Committee approved an updated Harbormaster job description, with one member voting no. The committee also approved changes to Municipal Code Sec. 2-49 (3) regarding the Personnel Committee, with typos to be corrected. The 2026 staffing budget was discussed but not voted on, pending a wage study.

• Approved Harbormaster job description update (3-1)
• Approved Municipal Code Sec. 2-49 (3) changes (voice vote)
• Approved minutes from September 2, 2025 (voice vote)

Business Improvement District (BID)

The Lake Geneva Business Improvement District Board of Directors is holding a special meeting. The main item is a motion to enter closed session to discuss negotiations regarding the position of Executive Director, citing competitive or bargaining reasons. The rest of the agenda is procedural, including call to order, roll call, and public comments.

• Closed session under Wis. Stats. § 19.85(1)(e) for Executive Director position negotiations
• Public comments limited to 3 minutes per person
• Meeting held at The Bottle Shop or via Google Meet

The Lake Geneva Business Improvement District Board of Directors held a special meeting and voted unanimously to enter closed session to discuss negotiations for the Executive Director position. After the closed session, the board voted to continue negotiations at the November/December meeting, with two proposals to be submitted to the board. No public comments were made, and the meeting adjourned at 2:31 PM.

• Approved motion to enter closed session for Executive Director negotiations (unanimous)
• Approved motion to exit closed session and continue negotiations at November/December meeting with two proposals (unanimous)

Business Improvement District (BID)

The Lake Geneva Business Improvement District Board will meet to review the annual marketing plan and consider a new design plan proposal for tourism development. The board will also receive updates from the city, VISIT Lake Geneva, and the treasurer, and discuss committee activities including Oktoberfest, Fall Wine Walk, and BID expansion.

• Review Annual Marketing Plan
• Proposal of New Design Plan for Tourism Development
• Treasurer report: chart of accounts, budget vs actuals, pay bills
• Committee updates: Oktoberfest, Fall Wine Walk, BID expansion, Hwy 50 repavement
• City news update from designated City Representative

Public Works Committee

The Lake Geneva Public Works Committee will receive updates on the Highway 50 reconstruction project, discuss a potential policy on curb ramps and crosswalks, and review the Broad and Dodge intersection. They will also consider recommending surplus DPW equipment for auction. The meeting includes approval of minutes from July and August 2025.

• Update on Highway 50 project (reconstruction 2027-2028)
• Discussion on curb ramping and crosswalks potential policy
• Update on Broad and Dodge intersection
• Discussion/Recommendation on DPW surplus items for auction
• Approval of amended July 28, 2025 minutes

The Public Works Committee approved the sale of surplus Department of Public Works items via auction. The committee also approved amended minutes from July 28 and minutes from August 25. Several items, including a curb ramping and crosswalks policy and the Broad and Dodge intersection update, were continued to next month's meeting. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved DPW surplus items for auction
• Approved amended minutes from July 28, 2025
• Approved minutes from August 25, 2025
• Continued curb ramping and crosswalks policy discussion to next month
• Continued Broad and Dodge intersection update to next month

Common Council

The Lake Geneva Common Council will consider designating four city-owned parcels on Sheridan Springs Rd as surplus, a step toward a potential sale. The council will also vote on an annual trick-or-treat date/time, approve several event permits and payments, and discuss a crosswalk, Spectrum channel upgrades, and a strategic plan.

• Resolution 25-R51: surplus designation for Sheridan Springs Rd parcels ZA467900001, ZA467900002, ZA468000001, ZA468000002
• Resolution 25-R50: annual Trick-or-Treat day and time
• Pay Application No. 6 to Wolf Paving for $17,924.82
• Pre-paid checks of $207,167.00 and regular checks of $312,888.92
• Spectrum proposal for public access channel 25 upgrades at $10,475 one-time cost

General

The Geneva Lake Environmental Agency (GLEA) Board of Directors will hold its monthly meeting to approve minutes and financial reports, and discuss possible actions on bylaws, municipality contracts, and various lake-related projects. The agenda includes updates on starry stonewort, shoreline protection, E. coli results, and intern employment, among other items.

• Approve minutes of August 21, 2025, board meeting
• Action on August 2025 income statement and balance sheet
• GLEA Bylaws Review
• Municipality Contracts Update
• Starry Stonewort and Shoreline Protection updates

General

The Lake Geneva Common Council holds a special budget workshop to hear presentations from 20 city departments and commissions. No formal decisions are listed on this agenda; the meeting is procedural and informational.

Cemetery Board

The Cemetery Board will review wish-list projects including chapel windows, security cameras, and a Kubota RTV, discuss a proposed budget for these items, and continue reviewing cemetery rules and regulations. No official actions will be taken at this meeting.

• Chapel Windows and Roof repairs
• Security Cameras installation for Oak Hill Cemetery
• Kubota RTV purchase
• Sexton Cold Storage Shed budget proposal
• Cemetery Rules and Regulations review

General

The Avian Committee is holding a special meeting to discuss and make a recommendation regarding the Bird City Grant application. The agenda includes only this discussion item along with standard procedural items like call to order, roll call, and adjournment.

• Discussion/Recommendation regarding the Bird City Grant application

General

The Lake Geneva Business Improvement District Board of Directors will meet to discuss and potentially act on two new business items: a proposal from Treasure Hut Florist to purchase an artificial Christmas tree for Brunk Pavilion for $14,500, and a proposal to create a Special Design Committee for holiday design as suggested by The Cove of Lake Geneva. The meeting is open to public comment on these agenda items.

• Discussion/Action on Treasure Hut Florist proposal to purchase artificial Christmas tree for Brunk Pavilion for $14,500
• Discussion/Action on Special Design Committee for Holiday Design proposed by The Cove of Lake Geneva

The Lake Geneva Business Improvement District Board voted to postpone the purchase of an artificial Christmas tree for Brunk Pavilion until 2026, pending a detailed design plan from a special committee. The board also discussed a tourism grant application but noted the September deadline had passed, and encouraged forming a larger tourism development plan for Downtown Holidays.

• Postponed purchase of artificial Christmas tree for Brunk Pavilion to 2026 (all approved)
• Stipulated a detailed design plan from committee with total purchase costs for updated holiday experience (all approved)

Board of Park Commissioners

The Lake Geneva Board of Park Commissioners will discuss and make recommendations on budget priorities and impact fee uses, a proposed reallocation of capital funds from boulevard planting to Veteran's Park playground planting, and a possible name for the Sailboat entry area owned by the Utility Commission. The board will also review a YMCA quarterly report and discuss a long-term Parks Strategic Vision. The agenda includes several discussion items, with recommendations to be forwarded to the Common Council where applicable.

• Discussion/recommendation on budget and impact fees
• Reallocation of capital funds from boulevard planting to Veteran's Park playground planting
• Naming Sailboat entry area at Utility Commission
• YMCA quarterly report and Vet's Park sign discussion
• Parks Strategic Vision discussion

The Board of Park Commissioners approved a new sign for Vet's Park, pending city color matching, and recommended reallocating capital funds from boulevard plantings to native plantings at the sailboat entry area. The board also accepted the YMCA's quarterly report on 2025 activities at Vet's Park. Several items, including budget and impact fees, naming the sailboat entry area, and the parks strategic vision, were continued to next month's meeting.

• Approved Vet's Park sign example #1, pending city color matching
• Accepted YMCA quarterly report on 2025 season at Vet's Park
• Recommended reallocating capital funds from boulevard plantings to native plantings
• Continued budget and impact fees discussion to next month
• Continued naming sailboat entry area discussion to next month
• Continued native plantings discussion to next month
• Continued plantings discussion to next month
• Continued Vet's Park playground and tree lighting to next month

Finance, Licensing, and Regulation Committee

The Finance, Licensing, and Regulation Committee will discuss and recommend approval of multiple temporary alcohol licenses, public event permits, a fireworks permit, and a street-paving contractor payment. The meeting will also include financial reports and account presentations.

• Temporary "Class B" Wine License for Geneva Lake Arts Foundation’s Open House on Nov 7 at 223 Broad St
• Temporary Class "B" Beer License for Downtown Lake Geneva’s Oktoberfest on Oct 11–12 at Flat Iron Park
• Amendment to Public Event Permit for Oktoberfest 2025: street closure of Wrigley Dr and layout change
• Public Event Permit for Dragon Days Fantasy Festival from Oct 3–5 with updated map
• Firework Permit for Badger High School Student Council on Oct 3 at ~9 PM

The Finance, Licensing, and Regulation Committee approved several licenses and permits, including a temporary wine license for Geneva Lake Arts Foundation, a beer license for Oktoberfest, an amendment to the Oktoberfest public event permit, a public event permit for Dragon Days, and a firework permit for Badger High School. They also approved Pay Application No. 6 to Wolf Paving for $17,924.82 and the pre-paid and regular checks totaling $520,055.92. All votes were voice votes and carried unanimously.

• Approved temporary Class B wine license for Geneva Lake Arts Foundation (Nov 7, 223 Broad St)
• Approved temporary Class B beer license for Downtown Lake Geneva Inc. for Oktoberfest (Oct 11-12, Flat Iron Park)
• Approved amendment to Oktoberfest permit for Wrigley Dr street closure and relocation of children's area and beer tent
• Approved public event permit for Dragon Days Fantasy Festival (Oct 3-5) with updated map
• Approved firework permit for Badger High School Student Council (Oct 3, ~9 PM)
• Approved Pay Application No. 6 to Wolf Paving for 2024 Street Program ($17,924.82)
• Approved pre-paid checks totaling $207,167.00
• Approved regular checks totaling $312,888.92

Plan Commission

The Lake Geneva Plan Commission will discuss and act on downtown design review applications for a building at 140 Broad Street and a mural proposal at 918 W Main Street. They will also review a certified survey map application to divide a property along Snake Road. A public hearing will continue for a conditional use permit to allow an indoor entertainment facility at 140 Broad Street.

• Downtown design review for 140 Broad Street (Resolution PC-032)
• Mural proposal at 918 W Main Street (Resolution PC-041)
• Building façade improvement at 918 W Main Street (Resolution PC-045)
• Certified survey map to divide property along Snake Road (Resolution PC-042)
• Continuation of public hearing for indoor entertainment facility at 140 Broad Street

Utility Commission

The Lake Geneva Utility Commission will meet to approve August 2025 financials and bills, accept the 2024 annual financial report and management letter, and discuss the release of a warranty bond for Symphony Bay Phase 5 lift station improvements. They will also consider purchasing a new service truck and disposing of a surplus truck, review a preliminary draft of the 2026 Utility Capital Projects, and evaluate proposals for Wastewater Treatment Plant Facilities Planning Services, possibly in closed session. The agenda includes routine approvals and a director's report.

• Release of warranty bond for Symphony Bay Phase 5 Lift Station Improvements
• Purchase of new service truck and disposal of surplus truck for Water Utility
• Preliminary draft of 2026 Utility Capital Projects
• Proposals for Wastewater Treatment Plant Facilities Planning Services (possible closed session)
• Approval of August 2025 financials and bills totaling $120,459.85

The Lake Geneva Utility Commission unanimously approved the August 2025 minutes, financials, and bills, and accepted the 2024 annual financial report. They authorized the release of the Symphony Bay Phase 5 Lift Station warranty bond effective October 3, 2025, and approved purchasing a new service truck from Ewald under budget. The commission awarded the Wastewater Treatment Plant Facilities Planning Services contract to MSA Professional Services, and discussed the preliminary 2026 capital projects draft without action.

• Approved August 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved August 2025 financials (unanimous)
• Approved August 2025 bills (unanimous)
• Accepted 2024 annual financial report (unanimous)
• Authorized release of Symphony Bay Phase 5 lift station warranty bond effective Oct 3, 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of new service truck from Ewald (unanimous)
• Awarded wastewater facilities planning contract to MSA Professional Services (unanimous)

Library Board

The Lake Geneva Public Library Board will review and potentially approve the 2026 operating budget, along with routine items such as previous meeting minutes, monthly invoices, and reports from the director and committees. Public comment is limited to agenda items, with a 5-minute maximum per speaker.

• Action item: 2026 Operating Budget
• Review and approval of previous months' invoices
• Action item: Shelf signage (LFI quote)
• Action item: Basement ductwork (Zien quote)
• Action item: PLLS Trustee Dinner RSVP

The Lake Geneva Library Board approved the proposed 2026 operating budget for the City, along with June and July invoices. They also approved shelf signage from donated funds and an Outreach policy. Several facility projects, such as basement ductwork and ventilation, are pending quotes or further discussion.

• Approved 2026 operating budget for City (unanimous)
• Approved June 2025 invoices for $118,868.43 (unanimous)
• Approved July 2025 invoices for $84,864.71 (unanimous)
• Approved LFI quote for shelf signage from donated funds (unanimous)
• Approved Outreach policy (unanimous)
• Approved previous meeting minutes (unanimous)

Hillmoor Commission

The Hillmoor Commission will discuss and possibly recommend actions on several items, including the land price for Zone 5, designating part of that property as surplus for non-profit use, and 2026-2027 budget priorities. They will also hear a proposal from the Friends of Hillmoor for temporary landscape improvements at the HWY 50 entrance. The meeting includes updates on ecological and planning RFPs and a grant proposal from the Avian Committee.

• Update on land price for Zone 5
• Review of designating Zone 5 property as surplus for non-profit use
• Discussion of 2026-2027 budget priorities
• Presentation from Friends of Hillmoor on temporary garden at HWY 50 entrance
• Discussion of Avian Committee grant proposal

The Hillmoor Commission recommended that the City designate Zone 5, the potential building area of the Hillmoor property, as surplus land so it could be sold to a qualified non-profit organization, and requested the City determine a price per acre. The motion passed 5-1, with Larry Happ voting no. The Commission also unanimously approved supporting the Avian Committee's grant application for up to $5,000 for native plants, and recommended approval of temporary landscaping improvements at the HWY 50 entrance proposed by Friends of Hillmoor.

• Recommended Zone 5 surplus designation for non-profit sale (5-1)
• Requested City determine price per acre for Zone 5
• Approved supporting Avian Committee grant application (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of Friends of Hillmoor landscaping improvements (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of August 21, 2025 (unanimous)

Piers, Harbors, and Lakefront Committee

The Piers, Harbors, and Lakefront Committee will discuss updates to boat slip leasing rules, pier height and length compliance, seasonal revenue reports, and lakefront planning. No official council action is scheduled, but recommendations may be forwarded.

• Discussion/Recommendation regarding Ordinance 90-199 Classifications for Rental of Boat Stalls and Buoys
• Discussion regarding Boat Slip Lease - West Pier #4 compliance (height and length)
• Harbormaster report on 2025 Riviera Beach revenue ($547,985 vs. $565,000 budget)
• Discussion/Update regarding Library Park Kayak Reconfiguration
• Discussion regarding the Water Safety Patrol contract

The Piers, Harbors, and Lakefront Committee approved an update to Ordinance 90-200 limiting boat sizes, with an amendment to remove a sentence and set the effective date to January 1, 2027. The committee continued discussion on Ordinance 90-199 (rental classifications) and boat slip lease items to the next meeting. The Water Safety Patrol contract was also continued. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved Ordinance 90-200 update on boat size limits, amended to remove second sentence under (d) and effective January 1, 2027
• Continued Ordinance 90-199 (rental classifications) to October meeting
• Continued boat slip lease items 9 & 10 to next meeting
• Continued Water Safety Patrol contract

Avian Committee

The Lake Geneva Avian Committee is meeting to approve minutes, review finances and the 2026 budget, and discuss membership. They will also receive updates on Swift Night Out, Hotel Birding Backpacks, and the Bird City application, and discuss a holiday tree at the Geneva Lake Museum and climate change. The agenda is largely routine, with no major decisions expected.

• Financial review and 2026 budget update
• Discussion regarding membership
• Update on Swift Night Out
• Discussion regarding Bird City Application
• Discussion regarding Holiday Tree at Geneva Lake Museum

The Avian Committee approved a motion to strengthen the exterior lighting portion of the Geneva Lake Dark Sky Initiative (98-707) to include compliance methods. The committee also discussed budget needs, tabled a date change for Swift Night Out, and reviewed several ongoing projects. No other formal decisions were made.

• Approved motion to strengthen exterior lighting portion of Dark Sky Initiative 98-707 (voice vote)
• Approved minutes from August 12, 2025 (voice vote)
• Tabled discussion on moving Swift Night Out date to Sept. 10
• Agreed to request Schlitz Audubon raptor program again next year
• Agreed to schedule photo shoot for hotel birding backpacks

Tree Board

The Lake Geneva Tree Board will meet to continue reviewing city ordinances related to its duties, discuss and possibly recommend tree plantings for the Board of Park Commissioners, and review the Shodeen Development tree replacement and the Museum Christmas tree walk. The agenda includes public comments limited to agenda items and approval of the August 12, 2025 minutes.

• Review of City Ordinances pertaining to the Tree Board (continued from August meeting)
• Arborist Report: Discussion/Recommendation on Tree Plantings to be forwarded to the Board of Park Commissioners
• Discussion/Review of Shodeen Development Tree Replacement
• Discussion/Review of Museum Christmas tree walk
• Approval of minutes from August 12, 2025

The Tree Board approved forwarding a list of 73 ordered trees to the Board of Park Commissioners for further recommendation to the Council. The board also approved the August 12, 2025 minutes and discussed reworking the city ordinance for clarity, with Jon and David to draft new wording with stakeholders. No public comments were made, and the meeting adjourned at 4:36 pm.

• Approved August 12, 2025 minutes (voice vote, all approved)
• Approved forwarding 73 tree plantings list to Park Board (voice vote, all approved)
• Discussed ordinance rework, no formal action
• Discussed Shodeen Development tree replacement issues, no formal action

General

The Geneva Lake Law Enforcement Agency Board of Directors will meet to approve the 2026 budget and receive a commander’s report. A closed session is scheduled to discuss purchasing public properties or legal strategy, but no decisions will be made there.

• Approval of the 2026 Budget
• Closed session for purchasing public properties or legal strategy
• Public comments limited to 2 minutes

Common Council

The Lake Geneva Common Council will review the 2024 Annual Financial Report and Management Letter, approve several consent agenda items including street program payments, and discuss multiple property-related actions such as a land sale policy, an offer to purchase city property, and potential sale of city-owned parcels. The council will also consider resolutions on a deceased transfer fee increase, a police boat purchase, and various development and RFP approvals.

• Pay Application No. 5 to Wolf Paving for 2024 Street Program: $2,964.50
• Pay Application No. 2 to Wolf Paving for 2025 Street Program: $190,451.08
• Pay Application No. 1 to Cichinni Asphalt for Basketball and Tennis Court Resurfacing: $105,829.76
• Resolution 25-R46: Increase Deceased Transfer fee to $250.00
• Offer to Purchase ~362 sq ft of City property by WP&L for $550.00

The Common Council approved a resolution to create a capital project for a police boat (6-2), rejected a bid for the Oak Hill Cemetery Sexton Shed, and approved several road-related agreements. A proposed sale of city property on Sheridan Springs Rd failed (0-8), but the council directed staff to pursue surplus designation for the property. The council also approved two Hillmoor RFPs and new job descriptions.

• Approved Resolution 25-R48 creating capital project for police boat (6-2)
• Rejected bid for Oak Hill Cemetery Sexton Shed
• Approved amended Plat of Right-of-Way for W. Main Street (STH 50) project
• Approved Intergovernmental Cooperative Agreement for Phase One STH 50 road reconstruction
• Approved City-Owned Land Sale Policy
• Approved offer to purchase 362 sq ft of city property by WP&L for $550
• Rejected sale of Sheridan Springs Rd property (0-8); directed staff to pursue surplus designation
• Approved Hillmoor Zone 1 Conceptual Plan RFP and Ecological Restoration RFP

Tourism Commission

The Lake Geneva Tourism Commission is meeting to discuss the 2026 budget, review tourism promotional grant requests, and consider transferring municipal development funds for Knowles-Nelson Grant matching. The agenda includes updates on promotional activities, hotel performance, and financial reports. Several grant requests will be presented for potential funding.

• Discussion/Action on 2026 Tourism Commission Budget
• Tourism Promotional Grant requests: Oktoberfest, Avant Fall Cider Tour, Abominable Trail Race, Abominable Snow Race, Winter Bridal Expo
• Transfer of Municipal Development Funding for Knowles-Nelson Grant Matching Funds
• Update on Room Tax dollars collected and financials
• Final evaluations from Jazz by the Lake grant recipient

General

The Lake Geneva Public Library Strategic Planning Committee is meeting to discuss the library's strategic plan progress, future staffing structure, and updates on the 130th birthday celebration scheduled for September 27. The agenda also includes a landmarking and historical preservation update.

• Landmarking and historical preservation update
• Strategic Plan goal tracking
• Staffing structure future planning discussion
• 130th Birthday Party update (September 27)

The Library Strategic Planning Committee met and received updates on the landmarking process, which requires a city ordinance change before a nomination can proceed. The committee discussed the 2024-2026 strategic plan, noting progress on most goals, and reviewed potential future staffing structures, including shifting some full-time positions to part-time if budget requires. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was informational and planning-focused.

• Adjourned meeting at 3:58 p.m. (unanimous)

Police and Fire Commission

The Lake Geneva Police and Fire Commission will consider approving the 2026 police and fire department budgets, along with monthly bills and personnel changes. The agenda also includes discussions on facility recommendations, a youth apprenticeship program, and equipment purchases. Public comments are limited to agenda items.

• Approval of August 2025 police bills totaling $428,969.65
• Approval of August 2025 fire bills totaling $666,518.51
• Confirmation of CSO Bradley Potter and CSO Lace Atkinson to full-time officer status
• Approval of hiring three firefighters/paramedics
• Approval of extrication tool purchase for $43,481.48

Business Improvement District (BID)

The Lake Geneva Business Improvement District Board of Directors is meeting to handle routine business, including approving minutes, hearing public comments, and receiving reports from the city representative, VISIT Lake Geneva, the treasurer, and the executive director. The board will also review the annual marketing plan as new business. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

• Review of Annual Marketing Plan
• Treasurer report: chart of accounts, budget vs actuals, pay bills, financial policies review
• Executive Director report: marketing, website, social updates, committee recaps
• Committee updates: Promotions (Library, Oktoberfest), Design (flowers, banners), Economic Vitality (BID Connects, rent research, parking/Hwy 50), Organization (expansion)

The Lake Geneva Business Improvement District board approved a motion to draft updated bylaws and an operating plan to transfer day-to-day responsibilities from the BID to a nonprofit, addressing tax liabilities. The board also approved scheduling a special meeting on September 17 to discuss a $14,500 artificial Christmas tree quote. No other substantive decisions were made; the annual marketing plan was continued to October.

• Approved drafting updated bylaws and operating plan for nonprofit transfer (all approved)
• Approved scheduling special meeting Sept 17 to discuss $14,500 artificial Christmas tree quote (all approved)
• Approved minutes from last meeting (all approved)

Library Board

The Lake Geneva Public Library Finance, Building & Grounds Committee will review and approve June and July invoices, discuss the 2026 operating budget after city input, and plan capital budget items. This is a regular committee meeting focused on financial oversight and budget planning.

• Review and approval of June and July invoices
• 2026 operating budget review and update after City input
• Capital budget items planning

The Lake Geneva Public Library Finance, Building & Grounds Committee approved the 2026 operating budget and moved it to the City Council. The committee also approved June/July invoices and previous meeting minutes. The 2027-2029 capital budget was discussed but deferred to future meetings.

• Approved June/July invoices (unanimous)
• Approved 2026 operating budget and moved to City Council (unanimous)
• Approved previous meeting minutes (unanimous)

Personnel Committee

The Personnel Committee will discuss and possibly recommend new city positions, including an Assistant City Administrator, a full-time Harbormaster, and a Short-Term Rental and Code Enforcement officer, as well as 2026 staffing budget recommendations. They will also review the organizational chart and Chapter 4 of the policy manual. No official Council action will be taken.

• Proposed new Assistant City Administrator position (Salary Grade K)
• Proposed full-time Harbormaster reporting to Parks Director (Salary Grade G)
• Proposed Short-Term Rental and Code Enforcement position funded by license fees
• Discussion of 2026 staffing budget and new staff recommendations
• Review of Municipal Government Policy Manual Chapter 4 – Equipment

The Personnel Committee approved the Assistant Administrator and Short Term Rental/Code Enforcement job descriptions, but tabled the Harbormaster job description to the October meeting. The committee also reviewed the organizational chart and Chapter 4 of the Municipal Government Policy Manual, with no final decisions on those items.

• Approved Assistant Administrator job description including ADA (voice vote)
• Approved Short Term Rental and Code Enforcement job description with additions (voice vote)
• Tabled Harbormaster job description to October meeting (voice vote)
• Approved minutes from August 4, 2025 (voice vote)

Finance, Licensing, and Regulation Committee

The Finance, Licensing, and Regulation Committee will discuss and make recommendations on a public event permit for the Dragon Days Fantasy Festival, moving $100,000 in capital funds from 2026 to 2025 for the museum roof replacement, increasing the Deceased Transfer fee to $250, and approving several pay applications for street and court resurfacing projects. The committee also reviews accounts payable and approves minutes from the prior meeting.

• Public Event Permit for Dragon Days Fantasy Festival (Oct 3-5, 2025) with conditions including no archery
• Move $100,000 from 2026 to 2025 capital budget for museum roof replacement
• Resolution 25-R46: Increase Deceased Transfer fee to $250.00
• Pay Application No. 5 to Wolf Paving for 2024 Street Program: $2,964.50
• Pay Application No. 2 to Wolf Paving for 2025 Street Program: $190,451.08

The Finance, Licensing, and Regulation Committee approved a public event permit for the Dragon Days Fantasy Festival (Oct 3-5, 2025) with conditions, moved capital funds from 2026 to 2025 for the museum roof replacement, and approved a fee increase for deceased transfer to $250. All votes were unanimous voice votes, with member JaNelle Powers absent.

• Approved Dragon Days Fantasy Festival event permit with conditions (voice vote)
• Approved moving capital funds from 2026 to 2025 for museum roof replacement (voice vote)
• Approved Resolution 25-R46 increasing Deceased Transfer fee to $250 (voice vote)
• Approved Pay Application No. 5 to Wolf Paving for 2024 Street Program, $2,964.50 (voice vote)
• Approved Pay Application No. 2 to Wolf Paving for 2025 Street Program, $190,451.08 (voice vote)
• Approved Pay Application No. 1 to Cichinni Asphalt for court resurfacing, $105,829.76 (voice vote)
• Approved pre-paid checks totaling $343,213.05 (voice vote)
• Approved regular checks totaling $128,432.36 (voice vote)

General

The Lake Geneva Police and Fire Commission will hold a workshop to discuss proposed budgets for the Police and Fire Departments for fiscal year 2026. No formal decisions or votes will be taken at this meeting.

• Discussion of 2026 Police Department Budget
• Discussion of 2026 Fire Department Budget

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee will review staff reports and discuss declaring two pieces of equipment as surplus, receive an update on the Highway 50 project, and consider policies on traffic control devices, curb ramps, crosswalks, and speed bumps. No official council action will be taken; the committee will make recommendations only.

• Declare John Deere 544 Wheel Loader and SnoGO Snow Blower as Wisconsin Surplus
• Update on Highway 50 Project
• Review of potential Traffic Control Device Policy and Resolution
• Discussion on curb ramping, crosswalks, and speed bumps

The Public Works Committee approved sending a John Deere 544 Wheel Loader and a SnoGO Snow Blower to auction as surplus. Several policy discussions—curb ramping, crosswalks, and speed bumps—were continued to the September meeting for further review. The meeting was otherwise procedural, with no other substantive decisions made.

• Approved sending John Deere 544 Wheel Loader and SnoGO Snow Blower to auction (4-0)
• Continued curb ramping policy discussion to September meeting (4-0)
• Continued crosswalk policy discussion to September meeting (4-0)
• Continued speed bump policy discussion to September meeting (4-0)
• Approved July 28, 2025 minutes with amendment (4-0)

Common Council

The Lake Geneva Common Council will hold its regular meeting on August 25, 2025, covering routine approvals, a second reading of a parking enforcement ordinance, and setting a public hearing for the annual comprehensive plan amendment. The consent agenda includes several event permits and alcohol license extensions for upcoming community events. The council will also act on Finance Committee recommendations, including writing off uncollectible personal property taxes and accepting financial reports.

• Second reading of Ordinance 25-14 amending period of nonenforcement of parking
• Resolution 25-R45: write-off of $8,633.03 in uncollectible 2023 delinquent personal property taxes
• Acceptance of pre-paid reports ($296,432.53) and regular check reports ($189,164.60)
• Public event permits for Oktoberfest (Oct 10-12), Electric Christmas Parade (Dec 6), and Red Bull Rush Delivery with skydiving team
• Alcohol license extensions for American Legion Car Show (Sept 6) and St. Francis de Sales Fall Festival (Sept 28)

The Common Council approved Ordinance 25-14, amending the period of nonenforcement of parking, with a 5-2 vote (Powers and Frame opposed). They also set a public hearing for October 13, 2025, for the Annual Comprehensive Plan Amendment Process, and approved the write-off of $8,633.03 in uncollectible 2023 delinquent personal property taxes (6-1, Frame opposed). Consent agenda items, including event permits and licenses, were approved as a block.

• Approved Ordinance 25-14 amending parking nonenforcement period (5-2)
• Set public hearing for October 13, 2025 for Comprehensive Plan Amendment Process
• Approved write-off of $8,633.03 delinquent personal property taxes (6-1)
• Approved consent agenda including event permits and licenses
• Approved pre-paid reports of $296,432.53 and check reports of $189,164.60

Geneva Lake Environmental Agency

The Geneva Lake Environmental Agency Board of Directors will meet to review July 2025 financial statements and monthly reports. The agenda includes discussions on E. coli updates, the Lake Management Plan Review, and responses regarding steel piers.

• Review of July 2025 Income Statement and Balance Sheet
• Discussion of E. coli updates for Riveria, Lake Geneva Beach, and Sparky’s Areas
• Steel Piers Update regarding DNR Response
• Review of Lake Management Plan Drafts
• Municipal reports from Lake Geneva, Williams Bay, Fontana, Linn, and Walworth

The GLEA Board approved the July 2025 financial reports and the municipality contracts (request for operating funds), which will be sent out this week. They also reviewed the Lake Management Plan Draft Two with no changes at this time, and discussed E. coli testing improvements for 2026, including composite testing and MST testing of creeks. No other substantive decisions were made; most items were informational or tabled for future meetings.

• Approved July 17, 2025 board meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved July 2025 Income Statement and Balance Sheet (unanimous)
• Approved Treasurer report 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved municipality contracts (request for operating funds) to be sent out this week
• Approved sending Piers & Buoys statement letter to City of Lake Geneva and Piers, Harbor, Lakefront Committee
• No changes to Lake Management Plan Draft Two at this time; possible additions in September
• No changes to Lake District Statement of Position
• Tabled audit discussion pending cost and last performance date

Hillmoor Commission

The Hillmoor Commission will meet to discuss and make recommendations on several items, including updates on HWY 50 improvements, RFPs for a master plan for Zone 1 and an ecological restoration plan, a potential land sale to nonprofits, and the 2026 budget. The commission will also consider creating a birding destination and geocaching, and review a Historic Commission sign location.

• Update on HWY 50 improvements: handicap accessible gates, paved path, foot bridges, new paths in Zones 4 and 5
• RFP for master architectural/landscaping conceptual plan for Zone 1
• RFP for ecological restoration plan (draft included, cost est. $10,000-$20,000)
• Discussion on selling land in Zone 5 to nonprofits for new facilities
• 2026 budget items: dog park relocation, disc golf tee relocation, main trail loop completion, picnic tables, pavilions, utilities, landscaping

The Hillmoor Commission approved forwarding a request to City Council to determine estimated land costs for potentially selling land in Zone 5 to nonprofit organizations. The motion passed 5-1, with Larry Happ voting no. The commission also unanimously approved a historic sign location near Haskins St. and discussed updates on HWY 50 improvements, an RFP for a master plan, and an ecological restoration plan.

• Approved forwarding land sale request to City Council (5-1)
• Approved historic sign location near Haskins St. (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of July 24, 2025 with corrections (unanimous)

General

The Geneva Lake Law Enforcement Agency (GLLEA) Board of Directors will meet to discuss the agency's future following Lake Geneva's 90-day notice to withdraw, and to approve the 2026 budget. The meeting includes public comments, approval of minutes, and a treasurer's report.

• Discussion of GLLEA's future after Lake Geneva's 90-day withdrawal notice
• Approval of the 2026 budget
• Approval of bills and acceptance of Treasurer's report
• Approval of minutes from July 9, 2025 meeting
• Public comments (limited to 2 minutes)

Cemetery Board

The Lake Geneva Cemetery Board will meet to discuss and possibly recommend action on several wish-list projects, including chapel windows and roof replacement, purchase of a Kubota RUV, and installation of cameras. They will also review a transfer of burial rights at Oak Hill Cemetery and discuss a cold storage shed for the sexton. The meeting includes routine items like minutes approval and financial reports.

• Discussion/update on Wish List Projects: chapel windows and roof, Kubota RUV purchase, camera installation
• Discussion/recommendation on Sexton cold storage shed
• Discussion/recommendation on Oak Hill Cemetery Transfer of Burial Rights from a Deceased Owner
• Discussion on WAC conference in September 2025
• Future agenda items: review of Cemetery Rules, accelerating delivery/funding of new columbarium due 2027

The Lake Geneva Cemetery Board approved raising the Oak Hill Cemetery transfer of burial rights fee to $250. The board also approved minutes and financial reports, welcomed new Parks Director David Winger, and discussed future projects including chapel windows, cameras, and a columbarium.

• Approved raising Oak Hill Cemetery transfer of burial rights fee to $250 (4-0)
• Approved minutes from June 18, 2025 (4-0)
• Approved monthly financial reports (4-0)

Finance, Licensing, and Regulation Committee

The Finance, Licensing, and Regulation Committee will discuss and make recommendations on several event permits and alcohol licenses, including the American Legion car show, St. Francis de Sales fall festival, a Red Bull skydiving addendum, Oktoberfest, the Christmas parade, and a Hillmoor star party. They will also consider writing off $8,633.03 in uncollectible 2023 personal property taxes and approve accounts payable checks totaling $485,597.13.

• Alcohol license premises extension for American Legion 18th Annual Car Show on Sept 6, 2025
• Temporary Class B Beer/Wine license for St Francis de Sales Parish Fall Festival on Sept 28, 2025 at 148 W Main St
• Addendum to Red Bull Rush Delivery event permit to include skydiving team and waterfront landings, contingent on FAA approval
• Public event permits for Oktoberfest (Oct 10-12) and 50th Annual Electric Christmas Parade (Dec 6)
• Resolution 25-R45: write-off of $8,633.03 in uncollectible 2023 delinquent personal property taxes

The Finance, Licensing, and Regulation Committee approved all agenda items, including several alcohol licenses and public event permits, a tax write-off, and the payment of accounts. All motions passed by voice vote with no opposition.

• Approved alcohol license extension for American Legion Car Show (voice vote)
• Approved temporary beer/wine license for St. Francis de Sales Fall Festival (voice vote)
• Approved addendum to Red Bull Rush Delivery event permit for skydiving team (voice vote)
• Approved public event permit for Oktoberfest (voice vote)
• Approved public event permit for Electric Christmas Parade (voice vote)
• Approved public event permit for Friends of Hillmoor Star Party (voice vote)
• Approved write-off of $8,633.03 delinquent personal property taxes (voice vote)
• Approved pre-paid checks of $296,432.53 and regular checks of $189,164.60 (voice votes)

Board of Park Commissioners

The Lake Geneva Board of Park Commissioners will discuss and potentially recommend action on several items, including native plantings for the Utility Commission sailboat area, a tree removal list, and financial reports. The board will also review minutes from the Tree Board and Avian Committee, and conduct site visits to several parks. This is a regular meeting with discussion and recommendations, not final approvals.

• Discussion/recommendation on Utility Commission Sailboat Native Plantings
• Review of tree removal list including 103 dead trees at Oak Hill Cemetery and trees at Seminary Park, Flat Iron Park, and various streets
• Review of financial reports showing Parks General Fund expenditures at 40.98% of budget and impact fee balance of $518,486.66
• Site visits to Dunn Courts/Dog Park/Skatepark, Maple Park, Library Park, Seminary Park, and Veteran's Park
• Introduction of new Parks Director David Winger

The Board of Park Commissioners approved the July 22, 2025 minutes and discussed several items, including naming a city park, formalizing the name of the Utility Commission Sailboat native plantings area, and reviewing the tree removal list. No substantive policy decisions were made; most items were discussions or updates.

• Approved July 22, 2025 park board minutes (motion by St. Marie, second by Quickel)
• Discussed naming a city park (no action taken)
• Discussed formalizing name for Utility Commission Sailboat native plantings area (no action taken)
• Reviewed tree removal list from Tree Board (no action taken)

Utility Commission

The Lake Geneva Utility Commission will discuss and take action on several items, including writing off uncollectable bulk water sales from TeraCom Inc., approving water and sewer utility improvements for Symphony Bay Phase 8, and authorizing an Owner Letter of Approval. They will also consider payment for the Big Foot Lift Station Force Main Replacement Project, a professional services agreement with MSA Professional Services, and a grant application for community water fluoridation equipment. Additionally, they will discuss chloride source reduction measures and approve routine financials and bills.

• Write-off of uncollectable bulk water sales from TeraCom Inc.
• Water and sewer utility improvements for Symphony Bay Phase 8 and Owner Letter of Approval
• Payment Application #3 for Big Foot Lift Station Force Main Replacement Project by PTS Contractors
• Professional Services Agreement with MSA Professional Services for engineering services
• Community Water Fluoridation Equipment Grant application to WI Dept. Health Services

The Lake Geneva Utility Commission approved several items, including authorizing an Owner Letter of Approval for Symphony Bay Phase 8 water and sewer improvements, contingent on plan revisions. They also approved a $11,586.58 payment for the Big Foot Lift Station project, a professional services agreement with MSA, a grant application for fluoridation equipment, and wrote off uncollectable debt from TeraCom Inc. No action was taken on a chloride reduction incentive program.

• Approved minutes from July 21, 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved July 2025 financials (unanimous)
• Approved July 2025 bills (unanimous)
• Wrote off uncollectable bulk water sales from TeraCom Inc. (unanimous)
• Authorized Owner Letter of Approval for Symphony Bay Phase 8 water/sewer improvements, contingent on plan revisions (unanimous)
• Approved Payment Application #3 for Big Foot Lift Station Force Main Replacement, $11,586.58 (unanimous)
• Approved Professional Services Agreement with MSA Professional Services (unanimous)
• Authorized submittal of Community Water Fluoridation Equipment Grant application (unanimous)

Plan Commission

The Lake Geneva Plan Commission will hold public hearings and take action on a conditional use permit for an indoor entertainment facility and apartment expansion at 140 Broad Street, and an amended planned development for a building expansion at 148 W Main Street. The commission will also discuss a planned development concept for residential dwellings at North and Center Streets, and consider comprehensive plan amendments for future land use changes. The meeting includes approval of prior minutes and public comments.

• Conditional use permit for indoor entertainment facility and second-floor apartment expansion at 140 Broad Street (Tax Key ZOP 00331)
• Amended Planned Development for building expansion at 148 W Main Street (Tax Key ZOP 00385)
• Planned Development Concept Plan for two- and three-family dwellings at southwest corner of North & Center Streets
• Comprehensive plan amendment to change future land use at Interchange North (STH 120 & US 12) from 'Planned Neighborhood' to 'Planned Mixed Use'
• Comprehensive plan amendment to change future land use at 1336-1350 Elkhorn Rd from 'Institutional' to 'Mixed Residential' or 'Planned Mixed Use'

Library Board

The Lake Geneva Public Library Board will hold its regular meeting, covering routine items like minutes approval and public comment, along with reports from the director and committees. Key items include a finance committee report noting no August meeting, with plans to review invoices, investments, and the 2026 operating budget in September. The board will also receive updates on library outreach and strategic planning, including a discussion on historic preservation and staffing structure.

• Finance committee report: no August meeting due to lack of quorum
• Review of previous month's invoices at September meeting
• Investment/donations report at September meeting
• 2026 Operating Budget at September meeting
• Strategic Planning: next meeting September 4, 2025, agenda includes historic preservation/landmarking update and library staffing structure

Business Improvement District (BID)

The Lake Geneva Business Improvement District (BID) board will hold a special meeting to review the draft 2026 budget, hear reports from the treasurer and executive director, and discuss committee updates including promotions, design, and economic vitality. The board will also consider a new hire announcement and other new business.

• Draft 2026 Budget review
• New Hire Announcement
• Treasurer Report: Chart of Accounts, Budget vs Actuals, Pay bills
• Promotions: Lemonade Crawl, Maxwell Street Days, New Promotion with Library
• Design: Flowers for BID expansion, Benches RFP Draft

Tree Board

The Lake Geneva Tree Board will meet to elect officers and discuss ordinances, an arborist report, and several forestry issues. No official council action will be taken at this meeting.

• Annual election of officers including President
• Approval of Tree Removal List to forward to Park Board
• Discussion of Spongy Moth infestation
• Discussion of Wild Parsnip removal and education
• Discussion of Shodeen tree replacement project

The Lake Geneva Tree Board held a routine meeting, unanimously approving the previous minutes and electing Candy Kirchberg as President, Sonya Dailey as Vice President, and Dennis Loeser as Secretary. The board also unanimously approved the 2025 tree removal list and tabled a review of ordinances until the next meeting. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved previous meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Elected Candy Kirchberg as Tree Board President (unanimous)
• Elected Sonya Dailey as Vice President (unanimous)
• Elected Dennis Loeser as Secretary (unanimous)
• Tabled review of ordinances on Tree Board to next meeting (unanimous)
• Approved 2025 tree removal list (unanimous)

Avian Committee

The Avian Committee is meeting to approve July minutes, review finances and 2026 plans, hear a City Council update, and discuss Swift Night plans, Hotel Birding Backpacks, and climate change. The agenda is largely routine updates and discussions, with no votes on major items listed.

• Financial review: $2,187.77 spent of $4,100.00 avian committee expense budget; $222.92 paid to Beverly Leonard for purple martin supplies
• Discussion of 2026 plans
• Update from City Council
• Swift Night plans for September 4 at Geneva Lake Museum
• Hotel Birding Backpacks distribution update

The Avian Committee approved the July 8 meeting minutes. They heard updates on city council actions, including a vote to separate from GLLEA for local policing on Geneva Bay and Buttons Bay, and a proposal for a new café and bakery on city parcels. Plans for the September 4 Swift Night Out were confirmed, and the committee tabled a resignation offer from Ross.

• Approved July 8 meeting minutes (motion by Rodriguez, second by Ross)
• Tabled Ross's resignation offer for further discussion

Historic Preservation Commission

The Lake Geneva Historic Preservation Commission will review its 2025 budget and recent bills, discuss recent building projects in historic districts, and receive updates on the Hillmoor Archaeological Site Survey, the Three Graces statue repair, and the status of local landmark nominations. The meeting also covers routine items like minutes approval and public comments.

• Review of 2025 city budget and recent bills; current balance $15,079.59
• Discussion of repairs at Oak Hill Cemetery office and new house at 833 Wisconsin Street
• Update on Hillmoor Archaeological Site Survey and grant for Intensive Historic Survey
• Status of Three Graces statue repair/replacement; 3-D scan cost $2,500
• Historic plaque program: plaques cost $300.68 each from Timberline Signs

The Lake Geneva Historic Preservation Commission approved canceling its September 9 meeting and reviewed updates on grants, ordinances, and historic site projects. No final decisions were made on substantive items; most discussions were informational or pending further review.

• Approved canceling September 9 meeting (motion by John, seconded, approved)
• Reviewed current budget balance of $12,579.59
• Discussed Mill Pond sign application pending location decision
• Discussed Haskins/Crawford sign application pending location decision
• Reviewed ordinance changes requiring City Council approval
• Discussed grant application for Intensive Historic Survey, pending further review

Tourism Commission

The Lake Geneva Tourism Commission will meet to review tourism grant requests, including one from the Geneva Lake Museum for the Honoring Our Military Heroes exhibit, and to receive updates on promotional activities, hotel performance, and room tax finances. The agenda also includes discussion of the Knowles-Nelson Grant and matching funds, as well as a review of grant procedures.

• Tourism Promotional Grant request: Honoring Our Military Heroes, Geneva Lake Museum (10-minute presentation)
• Final grant evaluation: Geneva Lakes Family YMCA, Veterans Park
• Discussion on Knowles-Nelson Grant and matching funds
• Financial update on room tax dollars collected and tourism fund budget
• Update from VISIT Lake Geneva on promotional activity and hotel performance

Common Council

The Lake Geneva Common Council will consider several significant items, including a possible withdrawal from the GLLEA for lake patrol, approval of a $309,000 salt shed expansion bid, and a strategic planning RFP. The council will also act on consent agenda items such as liquor licenses and a street use permit, plus first reading of a parking ordinance amendment.

• Bid award for Salt Shed Expansion to Gilbank Construction, $309,000
• Resolution 25-R42: Purchase of Reserve Class B liquor license from Town of Sugar Creek for Gino's East
• First Reading of Ordinance 25-14: Amending Period of Nonenforcement of Parking
• Roadway maintenance agreement updates with Town of Linn for Willow Rd and Wilmot Blvd
• Potential sale of city property on Sheridan Springs Rd (tax keys ZA467900001, ZA467900002, ZA468000001, ZA468000002)

Police and Fire Commission

The Lake Geneva Police and Fire Commission will meet to approve monthly bills for both departments, review and approve several police policies, and consider hiring new fire department personnel. The commission will also discuss the upcoming budget workshop and receive updates from department chiefs.

• Police bills for July 2025: $466,677.33 total
• Fire department bills for July 2025: $371,490.39 total
• Approval of Lexipol policies including vehicle pursuits, body-worn cameras, and facial recognition technology
• Hiring of four part-time firefighters/EMTs
• Acceptance of $15.00 donation in memory of Barb Broz

Finance, Licensing, and Regulation Committee

The Finance, Licensing, and Regulation Committee will discuss and possibly recommend approval of Resolution 25-R42 to purchase a Reserve "Class B" liquor license from the Town of Sugar Creek for $10,400, to be issued to GE Geneva LLC dba Gino's East at 300 Wrigley Dr. The committee will also review several other license requests, financial reports, and payments. This is a discussion and recommendation meeting; final action would be taken by the Common Council.

• Resolution 25-R42: purchase Reserve "Class B" liquor license from Town of Sugar Creek for $10,400 for Gino's East
• Harbor Shores requests alcohol license premises reduction
• Gino's East files Reserve "Class B" liquor license application
• Geneva Liquors requests alcohol license premises extension
• Pay Request #1 to Wolf Paving for 2025 Street Program: $92,394.63

The Finance, Licensing, and Regulation Committee approved all agenda items unanimously (4-0), including a resolution to purchase a Reserve Class B liquor license from the Town of Sugar Creek for GE Geneva LLC dba Gino's East, a new liquor license application for the same business, and several alcohol license modifications. They also approved a $1,000 donation to Kerr County Flood Relief, a parking enforcement ordinance amendment, a $92,394.63 pay request to Wolf Paving, and a $124,996 task order for signal installation. All votes were 4-0 with one member absent.

• Approved Resolution 25-R42 to purchase Reserve Class B liquor license from Town of Sugar Creek for Gino's East (4-0)
• Approved Reserve Class B/Class B liquor license application for GE Geneva LLC dba Gino's East (4-0)
• Approved alcohol license premises reduction for Harbor Shores (4-0)
• Approved alcohol license premises extension for Geneva Liquors (4-0)
• Approved public event street use permit for Fat Tire Charity Ride on Sept 20, 2025 (4-0)
• Approved $1,000 donation to Kerr County Flood Relief Fund (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance 25-14 amending period of nonenforcement of parking (4-0)
• Approved $92,394.63 pay request #1 to Wolf Paving for 2025 Street Program (4-0)

Personnel Committee

The Lake Geneva Personnel Committee will discuss and make recommendations on proposed job descriptions for several positions, including new election-related roles and revisions to existing finance positions. They will also review an updated organizational chart and continue reviewing the Municipal Government Policy Manual. No official Council action will be taken at this meeting.

• Review of proposed job descriptions for Benefits/Payroll Specialist, Administrative Specialist-Finance, Election Inspector, Chief Election Inspector, and High School Election Inspector
• Discussion of updated City of Lake Geneva organizational chart, including moving Harbormaster under Parks Director
• Review of Municipal Government Policy Manual Chapter 3 – Facilities
• Future agenda items include 2026 staffing budget recommendations and Personnel Committee ordinance changes

The Personnel Committee approved four job descriptions: Benefits/Payroll Specialist, Administrative Specialist - Finance, Election Inspector, Chief Election Inspector, and High School Election Inspector, all by 4-0 votes. A motion to amend the organizational chart to have the Harbormaster report to the City Administrator failed for lack of a second, and the chart discussion was continued to the September meeting. The committee also recommended approval of Chapter 3 of the Municipal Government Policy Manual.

• Approved Benefits/Payroll Specialist job description (4-0)
• Approved Administrative Specialist - Finance job description (4-0)
• Approved Election Inspector job description (4-0)
• Approved Chief Election Inspector job description (4-0)
• Approved High School Election Inspector job description (4-0)
• Motion to amend org chart for Harbormaster reporting failed (no second)
• Continued organizational chart discussion to September meeting
• Recommended approval of Policy Manual Chapter 3: Facilities (4-0)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will discuss a draft Request for Proposal (RFP) for strategic planning services, with possible changes to be finalized at the August 11 Council meeting. The Police Department will present on Nixel community alerts and Flock cameras. The agenda also includes routine committee reports and public comments; no official action will be taken.

• Discussion of RFP for Strategic Planning with suggested additions including community engagement examples and pricing sheet specificity
• Presentation on Nixel Community Alerts and Flock Cameras by Lake Geneva Police Department
• Approval of Committee of the Whole minutes from July 7, 2025
• Public comments limited to 5 minutes per Wis. Stats. §19.84(2)
• Next meeting scheduled for October 6, 2025 at 6:00 pm

The Committee of the Whole discussed a proposed Request for Proposal (RFP) for strategic planning, with a consensus to push the timeline out one week and set final completion for December 15, 2025. No formal action was taken on the RFP. The committee also heard presentations on Nixel community alerts and Flock cameras from the police chief, and received reports from various committees and boards.

• Approved minutes from July 7, 2025 (7-0)
• Discussed RFP for strategic planning, timeline pushed out one week to December 15, 2025 (no formal action)
• Heard presentation on Nixel community alerts and Flock cameras (no action)
• Adjourned at 7:26 pm (7-0)

Common Council

The Lake Geneva Common Council will hold its regular meeting to decide on four zoning ordinances, including rules for private streets and garage sales, and to approve $755,159 in contracts for park improvements. The council will also discuss the 2026 budget timeline and amendments to Riviera storefront leases.

• Ordinance 25-08: Amend private street development rules
• Ordinance 25-10: Update garage sale regulations
• Ordinance 25-11 & 25-12: Allow 1-foot height variance for pool fences
• Approve $495,159 contract for Veterans' Park playground to Kompan California
• Approve $203,528 contract for Basketball and Tennis Courts Resurfacing to Cicchini Asphalt

The Lake Geneva Common Council approved several ordinances and contracts. Ordinance 25-08 updates private street development and dedication standards. Ordinance 25-10 sets new garage sale regulations. Ordinance 25-11 and 25-12 were amended to remove a proposed administrative variance for pool fences, but the main motions passed. The council also approved bids for a playground and court resurfacing, and accepted financial reports.

• Approved Ordinance 25-08 amending private street development and dedication standards (voice vote)
• Approved Ordinance 25-10 setting garage sale regulations (voice vote)
• Approved Ordinance 25-11 designating Zoning Administrator and authorizing pool fence variance, after removing the variance provision (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance 25-12 amending fence height regulations, after removing the administrative variance language (7-0)
• Approved pre-paid reports of $102,068.00 and regular check reports of $652,360.01 (voice vote)
• Approved 2026 Budget Timeline (voice vote)
• Awarded $495,159.00 bid for Veterans' Park Playground to Kompan California (voice vote)
• Awarded $203,528.00 bid for Basketball and Tennis Courts Resurfacing to Cicchini Asphalt (voice vote)

Public Works Committee

The Lake Geneva Public Works Committee will discuss and make recommendations on installing regulatory signs citywide, setting paid parking dates, approving payments for the 2024 and 2025 street programs, and approving engineering services for the SISP Townline and Edwards signal design. The committee also hears staff reports and public comments. No official Council action will be taken.

• Discussion/recommendation on regulatory signs throughout the City
• Discussion/recommendation on Paid Parking Dates
• Approval of payment request No. 5 from Wolf Paving for 2024 Lake Geneva Street Program
• Approval of payment request No. 1 from Wolf Paving for 2025 Lake Geneva Street Program
• Approval of Kapur Task #47 SISP Townline and Edwards Signal Design and Construction Engineering for $124,996.00

The Public Works Committee voted 3-1 to recommend changing paid parking dates to the last Wednesday in January, sending it to the Finance, Licensing, and Regulation Committee. They also approved a $124,996 contract for Kapur for signal design and construction engineering on Townline and Edwards. A payment request for the 2024 street program was pulled from the agenda, and a discussion on regulatory signs was continued to August.

• Recommended changing paid parking dates to last Wednesday in January (3-1, Powers opposed)
• Approved Kapur Task #47 for Townline and Edwards signal design and construction engineering for $124,996
• Continued discussion on regulatory signs to August meeting
• Pulled payment request No. 5 from Wolf Paving for 2024 street program from agenda
• Approved minutes from June 23, 2025

General

The Lake Geneva Business Improvement District Board of Directors is holding a special meeting, primarily to enter closed session to discuss hiring for the Administrative Coordinator position. The meeting includes public comment and standard procedural items.

• Closed session under Wis. Stats. § 19.85(1)(e) to discuss hiring negotiations for Administrative Coordinator
• Public comments limited to 3 minutes per Wis. Stats. § 19.84(2)

General

The Hillmoor Commission will meet to discuss and make recommendations on several items, including updates on HWY 50 improvements (handicap-accessible gates, foot bridges, new paths in Zones 4 and 5), preparing an RFP for an ecological restoration plan, and reviewing an RFP for a master architectural/landscaping conceptual plan for Zone 1. They will also discuss projects and amenities for Zone 1 conceptual planning. The meeting is a discussion and recommendation session, with no official Council action taken.

• Update on HWY 50 improvements: handicap-accessible gates, foot bridges, new paths in Hillmoor Zones 4 and 5
• Discussion on preparing an RFP for an ecological restoration plan
• Review of RFP for developing a master architectural/landscaping conceptual plan for Hillmoor Zone 1
• Discussion on projects and amenities for Zone 1 conceptual planning
• Approval of minutes from June 12, 2025 meeting

The Hillmoor Commission approved allocating approximately $9,000 from the Hillmoor Project budget for three Public Works projects: a new gate off HWY 50, a similar gate off Haskins St., and replacing the collapsed cart bridge near HWY 50. The Commission also unanimously authorized drafting an RFP for an ecological restoration plan for the entire property and approved numerous projects for inclusion in the conceptual planning phase of Zone 1, including an amphitheater, disc golf, dog park, splash pad, and playground. Several projects were placed on hold with no motion made, including bocci ball, community garden, croquet, mini golf, pickle ball, and sand volleyball.

• Approved ~$9,000 for three Public Works projects (gates, cart bridge) (unanimous)
• Authorized drafting RFP for ecological restoration plan (unanimous)
• Approved native plantings, riverbank improvements for Zone 1 planning (unanimous)
• Approved trails, paths, fishing for Zone 1 planning (unanimous)
• Approved amphitheater/bandshell for Zone 1 planning (unanimous)
• Approved disc golf course for Zone 1 planning (unanimous)
• Approved dog park for Zone 1 planning (unanimous)
• Approved splash pad and playground for Zone 1 planning (unanimous)

Board of Park Commissioners

The Lake Geneva Board of Park Commissioners will meet to discuss and potentially recommend actions on several park items, including expanding kayak storage at the harbor, reviewing impact fees, and continuing discussions on native plantings and naming the Vet's Park baseball field. The board will also receive updates on the Parks Director position, Dunn Pickleball Court, and Vet's Park Playground. No final council action will be taken at this meeting.

• Discussion/recommendation on expanding kayak rack space at the harbor, adding 9-12 spaces, and possibly non-vehicle parking
• Budget review and discussion regarding impact fees
• Discussion/recommendation on native plantings (continued from June)
• Update on Dunn Pickleball Court
• Discussion on Vet's Park Baseball Field naming (continued from May)

The Board of Park Commissioners approved a contract with Kompan for the Vet's Park playground, with a potential October start. They also hired David Winger as Parks Director, starting August 3, 2025. The board approved a kayak and bike storage request for the piers and harbor, and shifted funds for native plantings at the Sailboat Planter. No decisions were made on baseball field naming or pickleball court resurfacing dates.

• Approved Kompan contract for Vet's Park playground (motion carried)
• Hired David Winger as Parks Director, start date August 3, 2025
• Approved kayak and bike storage request for piers and harbor, contingent on design review (motion carried)
• Shifted funds from Park Row Native Plantings to Sailboat Planter per Dana Furlo's design (motion carried)
• Approved June 17, 2025 Park Board minutes (motion carried)

Utility Commission

The Lake Geneva Utility Commission will meet to approve June 2025 financials and bills, hear the Director's Report, and discuss a wall mural proposal for the utility office. They will also discuss the 2024 Consumer Confidence Report, which details water quality. The agenda is largely routine, with no major policy decisions or public hearings scheduled.

• Approval of June 2025 financials and bills, including payments over $5,000 totaling $93,350.55
• Discussion/Action on Utility Office wall mural proposal
• Discussion regarding 2024 Consumer Confidence Report
• Approval of minutes from June 16, 2025 meeting

The Lake Geneva Utility Commission approved the June 2025 minutes, financials, and bills, and approved a wall mural for the utility office, all unanimously. The 2024 Consumer Confidence Report was discussed but no action was taken.

• Approved June 16, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved June 2025 financials (unanimous)
• Approved June 2025 bills (unanimous)
• Approved utility office wall mural (unanimous)

Plan Commission

The Lake Geneva Plan Commission will meet to discuss and recommend resolutions on property dedications, transfers, and design reviews, including a public hearing for signage amendments at 80 E Geneva Square. The meeting also covers proposed changes to the Comprehensive Plan’s future land use designations for parcels near Interchange North and Elkhorn Road.

• Resolution PC-0036: Accept privately owned parcel for dedication as right-of-way for 2025 Lake Geneva Street Program
• Resolution PC-0037: Transfer city-owned property to adjacent owners per CUP 06-R28
• Public Hearing for signage amendment at 80 E Geneva Square (Tax Key ZYUP 00137C1)
• Downtown Design Review for mural at 601 W Main Street (Tax Key ZOP 00291)
• Comprehensive Plan amendment requests for parcels near Interchange North and Elkhorn Road

Geneva Lake Environmental Agency

The Geneva Lake Environmental Agency board will hold its monthly meeting, covering routine financial approvals and reports. Key discussions include the Lake Management Plan Draft 3, guest speakers from local lake districts and SEWRPC, and updates on various projects like algae cameras and fish cribs. The meeting is open to public comments.

• Action on June 2025 Income Statement and Balance Sheet
• Discussion of Lake Management Plan – Draft 3
• Guest speakers from Lake Beulah and Okauchee Lake Management Districts, and SEWRPC
• Insurance on Algae Torch and USGS Algae Cameras updates
• Piers & Buoys Recommendation Discussion and Wake Enhancement Document Review

Finance, Licensing, and Regulation Committee

The Finance, Licensing, and Regulation Committee will discuss and possibly recommend approval of several items, including license applications, a $495,159 bid for the Veterans' Park playground, a $203,528 bid for basketball and tennis court resurfacing, and updates to the municipal code regarding the West pier replacement fund. They will also review accounts payable totaling over $754,000 and discuss the 2026 budget timeline and Riviera storefront lease amendments.

• Bid award to Kompan California for Veterans' Park playground: $495,159
• Bid award to Cicchini Asphalt for basketball and tennis courts resurfacing: $203,528
• License applications: Buona Beef agent change, Senior Cab Plus taxi renewal, Kate's Healing Hands massage establishment at 601 W Main St
• Accounts payable: pre-paid checks $102,068.00, regular checks $652,360.01
• Discussion on 2026 budget timeline and amendments to Riviera storefront leases

The Finance, Licensing, and Regulation Committee approved all agenda items, including a $495,159 bid for the Veterans' Park playground, a $203,528 bid for basketball and tennis court resurfacing, and updates to the pier replacement fund ordinance. It also approved license renewals, checks totaling over $754,000, and the 2026 budget timeline. All votes were unanimous voice votes.

• Approved $495,159 playground bid to Kompan California
• Approved $203,528 court resurfacing bid to Cicchini Asphalt
• Approved updates to Sec. 90-202 pier replacement fund
• Approved pre-paid checks of $102,068.00
• Approved regular checks of $652,360.01
• Approved 2026 budget timeline
• Approved license items including Buona Beef agent change, Senior Cab Plus taxi renewal, Kate's Healing Hands massage license
• Approved Riviera storefront lease amendments

Tourism Commission

The Lake Geneva Tourism Commission will discuss and potentially act on four tourism promotional grant requests, including amendments to previously awarded grants, and review final evaluations from past grant recipients. The agenda also includes updates on promotional activities, hotel performance, and room tax finances, as well as discussions on grant criteria and the Knowles-Nelson Grant matching funds.

• Gala Days & Nights: Musique of the Night (GLWA) grant request continued from June
• Sylph, A Contemporary Ballet (Dawn Springer Dance Projects) grant request continued from June
• Venetian Festival (Lake Geneva Jaycees) amendment to grant awarded May 2025
• Fieldwork at Veterans Park (Geneva Lakes Family YMCA) amendment to grant awarded November 2024
• Final evaluations for grants: Rediscover Wonder, Wee Whiskey Fest, Winterfest Ice Sculpture Walk, The Balloon Adventure, Field Work at Vets Park, Wisconsin Cheese Festival

The Tourism Commission approved a $35,000 grant for the Geneva Lake Women's Association's three cross-marketed events, with no specified amounts per event. It also approved grants for a ballet performance, an additional $2,650 for Venetian Festival marketing, and reallocated up to $9,300 for Vets Park field maintenance. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved $35,000 grant for GLW events (unanimous)
• Approved marketing budget for Sylph ballet (unanimous)
• Approved additional $2,650 for Venetian Festival marketing (unanimous)
• Reallocated up to $9,300 for Vets Park field maintenance (unanimous)
• Approved up to $3,000 for Google Ads promoting city hotels (unanimous)
• Approved June 9, 2025 minutes (unanimous)

Common Council

The Lake Geneva Common Council will consider several contracts and zoning ordinances, including a $102,800 appraisal services contract for the Hwy 50 reconstruction project, a $22,130 change order for the 2025 street program, and a $51,852 cemetery paving task order. The council will also discuss a library board recommendation to award an architect contract to OPN Architects for a meeting room remodel, and consider four zoning ordinance amendments. A closed session is scheduled to discuss the potential purchase of a portion of the Hillmoor property and the Parks Director position.

• Approval of Hwy 50 appraisal services contract with Southern Wisconsin Appraisal for $102,800
• Change Order #1 to Wolf Paving for 2025 Street Program, cost increase of $22,130
• Task Order #40 Phase 1 Cemetery Paving Program in the amount of $51,852
• Ordinance 25-10: regulations for residential garage sales
• Ordinance 25-11 and 25-12: allow 1-foot height variance for swimming pool fences

The Common Council approved a contract with OPN Architects for library design services, approved several finance items including a $102,800 appraisal contract and a $22,130 change order for street work, and approved conditional use permits for properties on Madison Street and N Lake Shore Drive. The council voted to deny replacement of lagoon piers, with a possibility to revisit later. In closed session, the council accepted an offer of employment for David Winger as Parks Director, passing 5-3.

• Approved OPN Architects contract for library design services
• Approved $102,800 Hwy 50 appraisal services contract with Southern Wisconsin Appraisal
• Approved Change Order #1 to Wolf Paving for 2025 Street Program, +$22,130
• Approved Task Order #40 Phase 1 Cemetery Paving, $51,852
• Approved YMCA Concession Agreement
• Approved conditional use permit for second garage at 708 Madison Street
• Approved conditional use permit for single-family dwelling at 1624 N Lake Shore Drive
• Denied replacement of lagoon piers (may revisit in future)

Library Board

The Lake Geneva Public Library Finance, Building & Grounds Committee will meet to review and approve the previous month's invoices and budget, and to discuss the draft 2026 operating budget. The agenda also includes reports on building and grounds, investments/donations, and capital budget planning, with an update on the bookmobile. This is a routine monthly meeting focused on financial oversight and facility matters.

• Review and approval of previous month's invoices and budget
• Draft 2026 operating budget available for review
• Building and grounds report
• Investments and donations report
• Bookmobile update as part of capital budget planning

The Lake Geneva Public Library Finance, Building & Grounds Committee met and unanimously approved $118,868.43 in invoices for the previous month, recommending them to the library board. The 2026 operating budget draft was made available for board viewing, and roof maintenance was completed on July 9, 2025. The board discussed voting on adding the city comptroller as an account signer for special project funds invested in CDs for the Smith Meeting Room renovation.

• Approved $118,868.43 in monthly invoices (unanimous)
• Approved previous meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned at 3:24 p.m. (unanimous)

Library Board

The Lake Geneva Library Board will meet to discuss an update on the library impact fee, review finances and invoices, and receive reports from the director and committees. The board will also enter closed session to consider employment, promotion, compensation, or performance evaluation data for specific employees, then return to open session to take action.

• Library Impact Fee update from City Administrator
• Review and approval of previous month's invoices
• Closed session for personnel evaluations of A. Santos, J. Cullen, K. Stang, and E. Kornak
• Strategic Planning committee to meet quarterly, next in September
• Public comment limited to 5 minutes per speaker on agenda items

The Lake Geneva Public Library Board approved previous month's invoices totaling $118,868.43 and added the city comptroller as a signer on the donated account. The board also discussed impact fees, including a possible ordinance change to expand usage, and agreed to add it to the August agenda. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved previous meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved previous month's invoices of $118,868.43 (unanimous)
• Added city comptroller as signer on donated account (unanimous)
• Agreed to add impact fee ordinance change discussion to August agenda

Police and Fire Commission

The Lake Geneva Police and Fire Commission will consider approving July 2025 bills totaling $1,130,394.13 for police and fire operations, equipment, and capital purchases. They will also act on police officer resignations, fire department promotions, and a new CAD/RMS service agreement, and discuss the 2026 budget timeline.

• Police bills: $644,650.70 total (operating $625,134.23, equipment $18,660.55, capital $855.92)
• Fire bills: $485,743.43 total (operating $478,864.43, equipment $6,879.00)
• Accept resignations of Police Officer Anthony Laskowski and CSO Tanner Macias
• Confirm promotions: Firefighter/Paramedics Matthew Hartlaub and Paul Kubiak to Lieutenant, Firefighter Peter Jones to Assistant Fire Chief
• Closed session: School Resource Officer MOU and City of Lake Geneva/Town of Linn Service Agreement

Geneva Lake Law Enforcement Agency

The Geneva Lake Law Enforcement Agency Board of Directors will hold a routine meeting to approve the previous meeting's minutes, approve bills and the Treasurer's report, and hear the Commander's report. Public comments are limited to two minutes and must be submitted by email before 8:00 A.M. on the meeting date.

• Approve minutes of April 22, 2025 meeting
• Approval of bills and Treasurer's report
• Commander's report
• Public comments (2-minute limit)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Lake Geneva Historic Preservation Commission is meeting to discuss and decide on various preservation matters, including the city budget, building projects in historic districts, and the status of local landmark nominations. The agenda includes updates on the Three Graces statue, historic plaques, and walking tour apps, as well as reports on events and partnerships.

• Review of 2025 city budget and recent bills; current balance $18,691.55
• Discussion of building projects: Oak Hill Cemetery office windows, Edie Boutique remodel, new house at 833 Wisconsin Street
• Status of Local Historic Landmark nominations for Lake Geneva Public Library and The Riviera
• Update on Three Graces statue 3-D scan ($2,500) and repair/replacement options
• Historic plaque program: plaque at 1205 Dodge Street, cost $300.68 each from Timberline Signs

The Lake Geneva Historic Preservation Commission approved a motion to send the compact paperwork for the City's Chapter 34 Historic Preservation Ordinance to Jason for review. The commission also discussed various updates, including the new house at 833 Wisconsin Street, the Hillmoor Archaeological Site Survey, and the Three Graces statue 3-D scan, but no other formal votes were taken.

• Approved motion to send Chapter 34 Historic Preservation Ordinance paperwork to Jason (approved)
• Approved minutes from June 10, 2025 meeting (approved)

Piers, Harbors, and Lakefront Committee

The Piers, Harbors, and Lakefront Committee will discuss and make recommendations on several items, including participation in a USGS grant for algal bloom detection, updates to ordinances governing boat stall rentals and the West Pier replacement fund, potential use of Library Park green space for kayak racks, and Riviera lease amendments. The committee also will discuss grandfathering boat lifts and resident-only occupancy at West End Piers, and determine replacement of Lagoon Piers. No official Council action will be taken.

• Discussion/recommendation on USGS grant for automated algal bloom detection using cell-enabled cameras
• Proposed ordinance update to allow email notice for boat stall, buoy, and kayak rack waitlist offers
• Proposed expansion of West Pier replacement fund to cover all city-owned piers and buoys, with contributions of $1,000 or one-fourth of rental fee, capped at $2,000,000 per pier and $250,000 per buoy
• Proposed use of Library Park green space for additional kayak racks (9-12 spaces) and non-vehicle parking
• Proposed removal of Riviera lease signage restrictions, with one tenant requesting door coverage remain

Avian Committee

The Lake Geneva Avian Committee is meeting to discuss birding backpacks for area hotels, climate change topics, and updates on Swift Night Out plans. The agenda includes approval of minutes from June 3, 2025, and public comments limited to items on the agenda. No official Council action will be taken.

• Discussion of birding backpacks for area hotels
• Discussion/update on climate change topics
• Updates on Swift Night Out plans
• Approval of minutes from June 3, 2025

General

The Personnel Committee and Common Council are holding a special joint session. The only substantive item is a motion to enter closed session to interview candidates for the Parks Director position, followed by a return to open session to take any action. The agenda is otherwise procedural.

• Closed session under Wis. Stat. 19.85(1)(c) to interview Parks Director candidates
• Possible action on Parks Director hiring after open session

The Personnel Committee and Common Council held a special joint session to interview candidates for the Parks Director position. After a closed session, the council voted 6-3 to direct the city administrator to extend an offer to the candidate selected in closed session. The candidate's name was not disclosed in the minutes.

• Approved motion to enter closed session to interview Parks Director candidates (unanimous)
• Approved motion to include City Administrator and City Clerk in closed session (voice vote)
• Directed city administrator to extend offer to Parks Director candidate (6-3)

Committee of the Whole

The Lake Geneva Committee of the Whole will hear a presentation on short-term rental software and take public comments on short-term rentals. The agenda also includes routine approval of minutes and reports from standing committees and city boards. No official action will be taken at this meeting.

• Presentation on short-term rental software by Deckard consultant Garrett Lundberg
• Public comments on short-term rentals (limited to 5 minutes)
• Approval of June 2, 2025 Committee of the Whole minutes
• Reports from Finance, Personnel, Public Works, and Piers/Harbor/Lakefront committees

Piers, Harbors, and Lakefront Committee

The Piers, Harbors, and Lakefront Committee is holding a special meeting to receive presentations from GLLC on the dam and spillway's operation with piers, and from Summerset Marine and Gage Marine on pier engineering and installation. Public comments are limited to 3 minutes on agenda items. This is a discussion-only meeting; no official Council action will be taken.

• Presentation from GLLC on dam, spillway, and pier effects
• Presentation from Summerset Marine on All-Season and Floating Piers
• Presentation from Gage Marine on Wood and Floating Piers
• Public comments limited to 3 minutes on agenda items

Finance, Licensing, and Regulation Committee

The Finance, Licensing, and Regulation Committee will discuss and recommend action on several alcohol license extensions, a new liquor license, public event permits, and multiple contracts including a $102,800 appraisal contract and a $22,130 change order. They will also review accounts payable totaling $209,516.58 and a YMCA concession agreement.

• Alcohol license extensions for Lake City Social for Cars & Company fundraiser (Sept 14) and Jaycees Trunk or Treat (Oct 26)
• Original Class A liquor license for Pine Hill Farm Wellness Boutique
• Public event permits: Red Bull Rush Delivery (Sept 18-20), Lemonade Crawl (Aug 20), Maxwell Street Days (Aug 22-24), Art in Motion (Sept 14)
• Hwy 50 appraisal services contract: $102,800
• Change Order #1 to Wolf Paving for 2025 Street Program: $22,130 increase

The Finance, Licensing, and Regulation Committee approved all items on the agenda, including alcohol license extensions, public event permits, payment of checks, a Hwy 50 appraisal contract, a street program change order, a cemetery paving task order, and a YMCA concession agreement. All votes were voice votes and carried unanimously. No items were denied or tabled.

• Approved alcohol license premises extensions for Lake City Social (two events) and original Class A license for Pine Hill Farm Wellness (voice vote)
• Approved public event permits for Red Bull Rush, Lemonade Crawl, Maxwell Street Days, and Art in Motion (voice vote)
• Approved pre-paid checks totaling $62,163.65 (voice vote)
• Approved regular checks totaling $147,352.93 (voice vote)
• Approved Hwy 50 appraisal services contract for $102,800.00 (voice vote)
• Approved Change Order #1 to Wolf Paving for 2025 Street Program, cost increase of $22,130.00 (voice vote)
• Approved Task Order #40 Phase 1 Cemetery Paving Program for $51,852.00 (voice vote)
• Approved YMCA Concession Agreement (voice vote)

Geneva Lake Environmental Agency

The Geneva Lake Environmental Agency board will hold its monthly meeting to approve prior minutes, review May financial statements, and discuss updates on USGS, algae, town meetings, Hillside Rd., buoys vs. piers, legal services, audit, and grants. Public comments are limited to 5 minutes.

• Approve minutes of May 15 and May 29, 2025 meetings
• Action on May 2025 income statement and balance sheet
• Discussion on algae report on Geneva Lake
• Update on Hillside Rd.
• Discussion on difference between buoys and piers regarding ecosystem health

The board approved removing USGS flow and height gages deemed inaccurate by partners, and added two testing spots at Hillside Rd. to pinpoint E. coli sources. It also approved printing 500 booklets for the GLA meeting and accepted grants for an AlgeTorch. The audit was moved to July.

• Approved removal of USGS gages where data unused (unanimous)
• Approved adding two E. coli test spots at Hillside Rd. (unanimous)
• Approved printing 500 booklets for GLA meeting (unanimous)
• Approved May 2025 income statement and balance sheet (unanimous)
• Approved May 15 and May 29 board meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Moved audit discussion to July board meeting

Public Works Committee

The Lake Geneva Public Works Committee will discuss and possibly recommend approval of a $22,130 change to the Wolf Paving contract for the 2025 Street Program, a $51,852 cemetery roads/drainage improvement project, and a stop sign warrant. They will also discuss Winterfest parking dates and a possible RFB on Wells Street. No final council action will be taken at this meeting.

• Contract Change No. 1 to Wolf Paving for 2025 Street Program, increase of $22,130.00
• Kapur Task #40 Phase 1 Cemetery Roads/Drainage Improvements, $51,852.00
• Discussion of Stop Sign Warrant
• Discussion of RFB on Wells Street between Football Field and Badger High School
• Discussion of Winterfest Parking Dates

Common Council

The Lake Geneva Common Council will consider an ordinance to allow rental of unused dinghy ramps at West End to people on the kayak rack waitlist, and will discuss and vote on several financial items including check approvals, a change order and pay application for the seawall replacement project, and a YMCA programming agreement. The council will also discuss protocols for blue-green algae and E. coli testing, and act on several liquor license renewals and a public event permit.

• First reading of Ordinance 25-09 to allow rental of unused dingy ramps at West End to persons on the Kayak rack wait lists
• Approval of Change Order 1 for Seawall Replacement Project in the amount of $12,595.28 to CK Contractors
• Approval of Pay Application 1 for Seawall Replacement Project in the amount of $131,019.63 to CK Contractors
• Acceptance of Pre-Paid Checks of $302,132.55 and Regular Check Reports of $433,755.93
• Discussion/Action regarding GLEA Protocols for Blue-Green Algae and E.coli

The Common Council approved the GLEA protocols for blue-green algae and E. coli testing, with one opposing vote. The council also approved Ordinance 25-09 to allow rental of unused dinghy ramps at West End to those on kayak rack wait lists, and approved several financial items including a change order and pay application for the Seawall Replacement Project.

• Approved GLEA protocols for blue-green algae and E. coli testing (7-1, Frame opposed)
• Approved Ordinance 25-09 allowing rental of unused dinghy ramps at West End to kayak waitlist persons (7-1, Frame opposed)
• Approved consent agenda including liquor license renewals, massage establishment renewals, and 4th of July parade permit
• Approved alcohol license premises extension for Lake City Social for Jeeps by the Lake Car Show on July 12, 2025
• Accepted pre-paid checks of $302,132.55 and regular check reports of $433,755.93
• Approved Change Order 1 for Seawall Replacement Project in amount of $12,595.28 to CK Contractors
• Approved Pay Application 1 for Seawall Replacement Project in amount of $131,019.63 to CK Contractors
• Approved YMCA Programming Agreement

Cemetery Board

The Lake Geneva Cemetery Board will meet to elect officers, review financial reports, and discuss several cemetery-related items. The most significant action is a recommendation to approve Kapur Task Order #40 for Phase 1 Cemetery Roads/Drainage Improvements at a cost of $51,852.00. The board will also discuss transfer fees, a bench review, a Pioneer Cemetery sign, and an Oakhill Cemetery tour.

• Kapur Task Order #40 Phase 1 Cemetery Roads/Drainage Improvements for $51,852.00
• Annual election of President, Vice President, and Secretary
• Review of City Ordinance pertaining to the Cemetery Board
• Discussion on transfer fees
• Discussion regarding Pioneer Cemetery sign

Board of Park Commissioners

The Lake Geneva Board of Park Commissioners will discuss and take action on several park items, including a native plantings design, the purchase of used equipment for Central Dennison, and the tennis and pickleball courts at Maple and Dunn Parks. They will also continue discussions on naming the Vet's Park baseball field, YMCA programming, and the Vet's Park playground. The meeting includes public comments limited to agenda items.

• Discussion/Action on Native Plantings Design
• Discussion/Action on Central Dennison Used Equipment Purchase
• Discussion/Update and Action on Tennis and Pickleball Courts for Maple Park and Dunn Park
• Discussion on Vet's Park Baseball Field Naming (continued)
• Update on YMCA Programming

The Board of Park Commissioners voted to decline the offer of used playground equipment from Central-Denison. Several other items were continued to next month, including the Vet's Park baseball field naming, YMCA programming, native plantings design, and tennis/pickleball court discussions. The board also noted that an RFP for Vet's Park playground will be posted tomorrow.

• Declined offer of used playground equipment from Central-Denison (motion carried)
• Continued Vet's Park baseball field naming discussion to next month (motion carried)
• Continued YMCA programming update to next month (motion carried)
• Continued native plantings design discussion to next month (motion carried)
• Continued tennis and pickleball courts discussion to next month (motion carried)
• Approved minutes from May 20, 2025 (motion carried)

Finance, Licensing, and Regulation Committee

The Finance, Licensing, and Regulation Committee will discuss liquor license renewals for local businesses, review payments totaling $735,888.48, and consider recommendations on a seawall replacement project, a YMCA programming agreement, and using impact fee funds for library renovations. No official council action will be taken at this meeting.

• Liquor license renewals for Fairfield Inn & Suites, Geneva Liquors, The Baker House, Zaab Corner Bistro, Mama Ciminos, and Sabai Sabai Thai & Sushi
• Seawall Replacement Project: $12,595.28 change order and $131,019.63 pay application to CK Contractors
• Pre-paid checks totaling $302,132.55 and regular checks totaling $433,755.93
• YMCA Programming Agreement (approval recommended by Board of Park Commissioners)
• Library renovation funding using impact fee funds

Utility Commission

The Lake Geneva Utility Commission will discuss and take action on several items, including the 2024 Compliance Maintenance Annual Report, a WDNR Sanitary Survey response, updated timelines for the Center Street Tower Painting Project, and revised construction and engineering costs for the Hwy 50 utility project. They will also consider a wall mural proposal for the utility office and approve May financials and bills.

• Resolution 2025-03 approving the 2024 Compliance Maintenance Annual Report
• Discussion/action on WDNR Sanitary Survey report and utility response
• Updated project timelines for Center Street Tower Painting Project
• Updated construction and engineering costs for Hwy 50 utility project
• Approval of May 2025 financials and bills

Plan Commission

The Lake Geneva Plan Commission is meeting to consider three public hearing items: two conditional use applications (one for a second garage at 708 Madison Street, another for a single-family home at 1624 N Lake Shore Drive) and a zoning code text amendment covering several sections. The commission will also discuss and vote on resolutions for each item, plus approve a Public Participation Plan for the annual comprehensive plan amendment process. The meeting includes public comment and is open to residents.

• Conditional use for second garage and accessory building coverage over 1,000 sq ft at 708 Madison Street (Tax Key ZCL00059)
• Conditional use for single-family dwelling in ER-1 zone per SR-4 requirements at 1624 N Lake Shore Drive (Tax Key ZLM00037)
• Zoning text amendment to sections 98-405, 98-206, Figure 98-811(3), and 98-932
• Resolution PC-024 to approve Public Participation Plan for Annual Comprehensive Plan Amendment Process

The Lake Geneva Plan Commission approved a conditional use permit for Glen and Sandra Wegner to build a second garage and exceed the 1,000 sq ft accessory building coverage limit at 708 Madison Street. It also approved a conditional use for a new single-family home at 1624 N Lake Shore Drive with conditions including a pedestrian easement and permeable pavers. The commission approved a zoning code text amendment covering fence heights, garage sales, historic marker signage, and zoning administration. All votes were 6-0.

• Approved Public Participation Plan for Annual Comprehensive Plan Amendment Process (6-0)
• Approved conditional use for second garage at 708 Madison St, exceeding accessory building coverage (6-0)
• Approved conditional use for single-family dwelling at 1624 N Lake Shore Dr with conditions (6-0)
• Approved zoning code text amendment for fence heights, garage sales, historic marker signage, zoning administration (6-0)

Hillmoor Commission

The Hillmoor Commission will hear presentations on ecological restoration for the Hillmoor property, review a draft restoration plan, and discuss a project evaluation process for potential uses. They will also receive status reports on a botanical inventory and Rt. 50 frontage improvements, and consider adding new mowed paths. No official action is scheduled.

• Presentation on ecological restoration by Skip Harless (Grand Geneva) and Clay Frazer (Native Range Ecological)
• Discussion of draft ecological restoration plan with goals including a 2026 budget line item and grant funding
• Status report on SEWRPC botanical inventory, rare species survey, and invasive species estimates
• Status report on Rt. 50 frontage improvements and discussion of new mowed paths
• Presentation and discussion of project evaluation process and criteria

The Hillmoor Commission met on June 12, 2025, and approved the minutes from May 8, 2025. They heard presentations on ecological restoration for the Grand Geneva and Hillmoor properties, and discussed adding new mowed paths and improving the gate at the old main access road. No formal decisions were made on these topics; they are set for future discussion.

• Approved minutes of May 8, 2025 (unanimous)
• Discussed ecological restoration for Hillmoor, no action taken
• Discussed new mowed paths in Zones 4 and 5, no action taken
• Discussed gate improvement for mobility access, no action taken

Library Board

The Lake Geneva Public Library Finance, Building & Grounds Committee is meeting to review and approve the previous month's invoices and budget, hear building and grounds updates, review investments and donations, and discuss capital budget planning. The committee will also consider a request for a 12-week/summer shelver position.

• Review and approval of previous month's invoices and budget
• Building and grounds report
• Investments and donations report
• Capital budget and budget planning report
• 12-week/summer shelver request

The Lake Geneva Public Library Finance, Building & Grounds Committee met on June 12, 2025, and approved the previous meeting's minutes and the last month's invoices and budget. The committee also discussed the summer shelver request, upcoming budget planning, and the library roof as part of the capital budget. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved previous meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved last month's invoices and budget (unanimous)

Library Board

The Lake Geneva Public Library Board will review a mural proposal, approve invoices, and discuss hiring a summer shelver. They will also discuss future parking options, a bookmobile/van, and a potential mini branch inside Stinebrink's Piggly Wiggly. The board will enter closed session to evaluate the Library Director's performance.

• Mural proposal from Lake Geneva BID (Alexandria Binanti, Daniel Broughan)
• Request for summer shelver (City pay grade 45, Step 1) for 10 hrs/week for up to 12 weeks
• Discussion: future library parking options
• Discussion: potential mini branch at Stinebrink's Piggly Wiggly (rental fee, hours, space usage)
• Closed session to consider performance evaluation of Library Director

Cemetery Board

The Lake Geneva Cemetery Board will meet on June 10, 2025, at 10:00 am to tour the cemetery located at 1101 Cemetery Rd. No formal decisions or votes will be taken during this meeting.

Historic Preservation Commission

The Lake Geneva Historic Preservation Commission will hold its regular monthly meeting, including approval of May minutes, public comments, and officer elections. The agenda covers updates on local historic sites, building projects, the Three Graces statue, and plaque program, along with budget review and discussion of a new landmark application form.

• Election of Chairperson and Secretary
• Review of 2025 city budget and bills
• Discussion of remodeling projects, including Edie Boutique and new house at 833 Wisconsin Street
• Status update on Hillmoor Archaeological Site Survey and grant for Intensive Historic Survey
• Discussion of Chapter 34 ordinance and new Local Historic Landmark Application Form

The Lake Geneva Historic Preservation Commission held its regular meeting, approving minutes, electing Ken Etten as President and Louise Rayppy as Secretary, and reviewing the city budget with a balance of $18,691.55. They approved a plaque for 1205 Dodge Street, discussed ongoing projects like the Three Graces statue 3-D scan ($2,500) and new historic signs, and noted the ordinance for local landmarks is official. No major policy decisions were made; most items were updates or routine approvals.

• Approved minutes from May 13, 2025 meeting
• Elected Ken Etten as President and Louise Rayppy as Secretary
• Approved plaque for 1887 house at 1205 Dodge Street
• Reviewed budget: balance $18,691.55, paid $2,731.25 for 1000 walking tour booklets
• Noted grant reimbursement of $2,126.90 from State of Wisconsin
• Approved window replacement at Oak Hill Cemetery office (will look the same)
• Approved remodeling of Edie Boutique by city and commission
• Discussed but did not decide on new historic signs (Sanitarium, Mill Pond)

Piers, Harbors, and Lakefront Committee

The Piers, Harbors, and Lakefront Committee will discuss and possibly recommend approval of Change Order 1 and Pay Application 1 for the Lagoon Seawall Replacement project, which increase the contract price to $143,623.48 and recommend payment of $131,019.63. They will also discuss lagoon pier decisions, an ordinance change for dingy ramp rentals, and a broader ordinance review. No official Council action will be taken.

• Seawall Replacement Change Order 1: +$12,595.28 (new total $143,623.48)
• Seawall Replacement Pay Application 1: $131,019.63 recommended
• Ordinance change to allow rental of unused dingy ramps at West End to kayak rack waitlist persons
• Discussion on process for lagoon pier decisions
• Discussion on reviewing/revising multiple ordinances

The committee approved a $12,595.28 change order and a $131,019.63 pay application for the seawall replacement project with CK Contractors. It also approved an ordinance change allowing rental of unused dingy ramps at West End to persons on kayak rack wait lists. The committee scheduled a special information session on lagoon piers and discussed creating a lakefront comprehensive plan.

• Approved seawall replacement change order for $12,595.28 (voice vote)
• Approved seawall replacement pay application for $131,019.63 (voice vote)
• Approved ordinance change for rental of unused dingy ramps at West End (voice vote)
• Approved minutes from May 13, 2025 (voice vote)

Common Council

The Lake Geneva Common Council will hold a public hearing and vote on levying special assessments for 2025 sidewalk improvements, revise boat launch fees, and consider reducing the speed limit on Hwy 50 to 25 mph. They will also discuss dissolving a basketball/tennis court resurfacing contract and paying $15,500 for work already done. The agenda includes routine items like alcohol license renewals and check approvals.

• Public hearing and Resolution 25-R37 for sidewalk special assessments (Broad St, Wells St, E. Bloomfield Rd)
• Resolution 25-R38 to amend boat launch fees
• Discussion on reducing Hwy 50 speed limit to 25 mph per Kapur Speed Study
• Dissolution of Cicchini Asphalt LLC contract for basketball/tennis courts, with $15,500 payment
• Alcohol license renewals for 2025-26 (Resolution 25-R36)

The Common Council approved a 30 mph speed limit on Hwy 50, amending the original 25 mph recommendation from the Kapur Speed Study. The council also approved special assessments for sidewalk improvements, revised boat launch fees, and dissolved a basketball/tennis court resurfacing agreement. An ordinance on private street dedication was continued to the next meeting.

• Approved Resolution 25-R37 for sidewalk special assessments (7-1, Fesenmaier opposed)
• Approved Resolution 25-R38 revising boat launch fees
• Approved 30 mph speed limit on Hwy 50 (5-3) after 25 mph and 35 mph amendments failed
• Approved dissolution of Cicchini Asphalt agreement and $15,500 payment
• Approved alcohol license renewals for 2025-2026
• Approved Class B beer/liquor license renewal for Harbor Shores
• Approved check reports totaling $307,013.87
• Continued Ordinance 25-08 on private street dedication to next meeting

Tourism Commission

The Lake Geneva Tourism Commission will consider three tourism promotional grant requests, review final evaluations from past grant recipients, and continue discussions on grant procedures and the Knowles-Nelson Grant matching funds. The meeting includes updates from contractors, VISIT Lake Geneva, and the Business Improvement District, plus a financial report on room tax dollars and unpaid grants.

• Grant requests: Jazz by the Lake (Midwest Young Artists), Women's Weekend 2025 (GLWA), Sylph ballet (Dawn Springer Dance Projects)
• Final evaluations: Winterfest Ice Sculpture Walk 2025, The Balloon Adventure, Field Work at Vets Park (YMCA)
• Discussion on Knowles-Nelson Grant and matching funds
• Review of Riviera Ballroom Complimentary Request Form and grant criteria guidelines
• Financial update on room tax dollars, budget, and outstanding tourism grants

Library Board

The Lake Geneva Public Library Personnel Committee is meeting to discuss upcoming personnel activities, including job descriptions, wage scales, performance evaluations, and library policies. The committee will also gather feedback and set items for the next meeting agenda. This is a routine administrative meeting with no specific decisions or proposals listed.

• Review of job descriptions, wage scales, and performance evaluations
• Discussion of library policies
• Committee feedback on personnel matters

The Lake Geneva Library Personnel Committee met and outlined its upcoming activities, including reviewing job descriptions, wage grades, performance evaluations, and the director evaluation for 2025. The committee also plans to review the library employee handbook addendum and update policies as needed. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was procedural and focused on planning.

• Reviewed upcoming personnel committee activities and library needs
• Scheduled review of wage grades and performance evaluation form
• Planned director evaluation for 2025
• Agreed to review library employee handbook addendum and update policies
• Set next meeting focus on wages/compensation and future meeting on policy review

Library Board

The Lake Geneva Library Strategic Planning Committee will meet to review upcoming activities, including the SMR renovation, planning for a west end renovation, and the impact of Hwy 50 construction in 2027-2028. They will also discuss outreach initiatives and library card sign-ups for city residents. The meeting is primarily a discussion and planning session, with no formal votes or public hearings listed.

• Upcoming SMR renovation
• Planning for west end renovation
• Hwy 50 construction in 2027-2028
• Outreach initiatives
• City residents and library card sign up

Police and Fire Commission

The Lake Geneva Police and Fire Commission will review and act on monthly bills totaling $916,918 for both departments, consider hiring and resignations, and discuss policy updates. The meeting also includes reports on dispatch and patrol activity, EMS billing, and a proposed department seal design.

• Approval of $435,433.18 in Fire Department bills and equipment purchases
• Approval of $481,484.93 in Police Department bills and equipment purchases
• Hiring FF/EMT Matthew Lacher pending background and medical examination
• Acceptance of resignation from Officer Cody Worth
• Approval of estimate with Neal Aspinall Design for Department Seal and Challenge Coin ($23,105.50) for Police Department

The Police and Fire Commission approved May 2025 bills for both the Fire Department ($435,433.18) and Police Department ($481,484.93), hired FF/EMT Matthew Lacher pending background and medical exams, and accepted resignations from Gianna Hernandez and Officer Cody Worth. The commission also approved a Lexipol policy change, a design estimate for a new department seal, and entered closed session to discuss a School Resource Officer MOU.

• Approved Fire Department May 2025 bills totaling $435,433.18 (5-0)
• Approved Police Department May 2025 bills totaling $481,484.93 (5-0)
• Approved Lexipol Policy 1033 Temporary Modified-Duty Assignments (5-0)
• Approved hiring FF/EMT Matthew Lacher pending background and medical examination (5-0)
• Accepted letter of resignation from Gianna Hernandez (5-0)
• Accepted letter of resignation from Officer Cody Worth (5-0)
• Approved estimate with Neal Aspinall Design for Department Seal and Challenge Coin (5-0)
• Approved regular meeting minutes of May 8, 2025 (5-0)

Business Improvement District (BID)

The Lake Geneva Business Improvement District board is meeting to handle routine business including approving minutes, receiving city updates, and hearing reports from the treasurer and executive director. They will also discuss committee updates on promotions, design, economic vitality, and organization, and consider new business items such as an avian committee project and a presentation from a nonprofit walkathon.

• Treasurer report: chart of accounts review, budget vs actuals, pay bills
• Promotions committee: Wine Walk recap, Lemonade Crawl, new promotion request, vibemap
• Design committee: flowers, benches RFP draft
• Economic Vitality: Hwy 50 resurfacing, parking, BID Connects
• New business: Avian Committee project update, PINK The Lake Walkathon presentation

Avian Committee

The Avian Committee will meet to review the 2025 budget and financial status, which currently shows $2,311.35 in unexpended funds. Members will also discuss updates regarding the hotel birding backpack program, the Purple Martin House, and planning for the Swift Night Out event. Additionally, the committee will address climate change topics, including the status of EV chargers in Lake Geneva.

• 2025 Financial Review and Budget Update
• Update regarding hotel birding backpacks
• Discussion and action regarding Swift Night Out plans
• Update regarding Purple Martin House
• Discussion regarding EV chargers in Lake Geneva

The Avian Committee approved the April 13, 2025 minutes and discussed updates on hotel birding backpacks, climate change topics, and Purple Martin nests. No formal decisions were made beyond the minutes approval; the committee plans to continue the Swift Night Out format from last year.

• Approved April 13, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Finance, Licensing, and Regulation Committee

The Finance, Licensing, and Regulation Committee will discuss and likely recommend approval of multiple alcohol license renewals for 2025–2026 and proposed changes to the city’s private-street dedication rules. The meeting is purely advisory; no official council action will be taken.

• Agent change for Cove Condominium Association’s license to Mitchell Whelan, expiring June 30, 2025
• Massage Establishment renewal applications for Elevate Wellness Center and Healing Muscle Therapies
• Resolution 25-R36 authorizing alcohol license renewals July 1, 2025–June 30, 2026 for 20+ establishments
• Proposed amendment to Municipal Code section 62-3 on dedication standards for private streets
• Presentation of $56,065.84 in pre-paid checks and $251,948.03 in regular checks

The Finance, Licensing, and Regulation Committee approved several license renewals, including alcohol licenses for 2025-2026, and conditionally approved a Class B beer/liquor license for Harbor Shores pending review of premise description and DOR reporting. The committee also approved changes to municipal code section 62-3 regarding private street dedication, and approved pre-paid and regular checks totaling $308,013.87.

• Approved minutes from May 20, 2025 (voice vote)
• Approved agent change for Cove Condominium Association to Mitchell C Whelan (voice vote)
• Approved massage establishment renewals for Elevate Wellness Center and Healing Muscle Therapies (voice vote)
• Approved Resolution 25-R36 for alcohol license renewals July 1, 2025 - June 30, 2026 (voice vote)
• Conditionally approved Class B beer/liquor license renewal for Harbor Shores on Lake Geneva (voice vote)
• Approved changes to Municipal Code section 62-3 on private street dedication (voice vote)
• Approved pre-paid checks of $56,065.84 (voice vote)
• Approved regular checks of $251,948.03 (voice vote)

Committee of the Whole

The Lake Geneva Committee of the Whole meets to discuss routine business, hear presentations from the Geneva Lake Environmental Agency regarding blue-green algae and E. coli protocols, and receive an overview of short-term rental software from Deckard. The meeting also includes standing committee reports, board updates, and public comments.

• Presentation on GLEA Protocols for Blue-Green Algae and E. coli by Executive Director Holly Baseman
• Presentation on Short-Term Rental Software by Deckard Solutions Consultant Garrett Lundberg
• Correspondence from Guac Star owner Kevin Singh regarding window sign regulations at 120 Broad St

The Committee of the Whole meeting was largely informational, with no formal votes taken. The main actions were approving the previous meeting's minutes and hearing public comments, with multiple residents speaking in favor of a Dark Sky ordinance and reconsidering the conversion of buoys to slips. A presentation on blue-green algae and E. coli protocols was given, and the short-term rental software presentation was postponed to the next meeting.

• Approved minutes from May 5, 2025 (voice vote)
• Postponed short-term rental software presentation to July meeting
• Referred window covering issue to Building & Zoning director and possibly Plan Commission

Personnel Committee

The Lake Geneva Personnel Committee will discuss proposed revisions to Municipal Code Sec. 2-49 (3) to clarify the committee’s strategic and oversight role versus administrative duties. The meeting will also review the updated 2025-2026 Personnel Committee Action Plan and the Municipal Government Policy Manual’s Chapter 2.

• Review proposed revisions to Municipal Code Sec. 2-49 (3) (Personnel Committee Ordinance)
• Review updated Personnel Committee Action Plan 2025-2026
• Review Municipal Government Policy Manual: Chapter 2 – Organization & Administration
• Public comments limited to 5 minutes, restricted to agenda items

General

The Lake Geneva Hillmoor Commission will gather for a quorum to tour Sequoit Creek Park in Antioch, IL and Hastings Lake Forest Preserve in Lake Villa, IL. No formal decisions or votes are scheduled for this meeting.

Common Council

The Lake Geneva Common Council will meet to approve routine liquor license renewals and applications, including new licenses for Gage Marine Corp locations. The Finance, Licensing, and Regulation Committee will recommend approval of a $371,286.61 check total, a storm siren memorandum of understanding with Walworth County, and increases to the lakefront fee schedule.

• Original liquor licenses for Gage Marine Corp at 803 Main St Unit 1E and 812 Wrigley Dr Center Pier Bldg
• Resolution 25-R34 authorizing alcohol license renewals for July 1, 2025–June 30, 2026
• Approval of $125,471.83 pre-paid checks and $245,814.78 regular checks
• Approval of Lakefront Fee Schedule increases and additions
• Memorandum of Understanding for Storm Sirens with Walworth County Sheriff's Department

The Lake Geneva Common Council approved lakefront fee schedule increases and additions, and approved archiving up to 7 years of meeting video recordings (May 2018 to current) with funding from specific accounts. The council also denied library-issued beach passes after the harbormaster reported the process wouldn't work as intended. All other items were approved as listed on the consent agenda.

• Approved lakefront fee schedule increases and additions (6-1, Fesenmaier opposed)
• Approved archiving meeting videos from May 2018 to current (5-2, Hoiland & Smith opposed)
• Denied library-issued beach passes after harbormaster's report
• Approved $125,471.83 pre-paid checks and $245,814.78 regular checks
• Conditionally approved Flat Iron Tap liquor license renewal pending compliance
• Approved MOU for storm sirens with Walworth County Sheriff's Department
• Approved lagoon lessee's season launch pass (free)
• Approved consent agenda including liquor licenses and public event permit

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee will discuss several infrastructure and safety initiatives, including a speed limit reduction study for HWY 50 and updates to the 2025 Street Program. The committee will also consider ordinance revisions regarding fire lanes and private roads, as well as contract changes for court resurfacing projects.

• Task Order #44 for Lake Geneva Blvd. public survey
• Speed limit reduction recommendation for HWY 50
• Ordinance revisions for fire lanes and private roads
• Upgrade of Wells Street School crossing signage to RFB
• Contract changes with Cicchini Asphalt for basketball and tennis court resurfacing

The Public Works Committee recommended reducing the speed limit on HWY 50 to 25 mph as per the Kapur study, with a 3-1 vote. They also approved ordinance revisions for fire lanes and private roads, accepted contract changes for tennis/pickleball court resurfacing, and rejected a change order for basketball courts. A motion to approve Task Order #44 for a public survey on Lake Geneva Blvd. was not acted on.

• Approved minutes from April 28, 2025 (4-0)
• Approved ordinance revisions for fire lanes and private roads (4-0)
• Recommended speed limit reduction on HWY 50 to 25 mph (3-1)
• Approved motion to get cost for separate rapid flashing beacons project (4-0)
• Accepted contract changes with Cicchini Asphalt for tennis/pickleball courts (4-0)
• Rejected change order for basketball court construction (4-0)

Board of Park Commissioners

The Board of Park Commissioners will meet to conduct annual officer elections and review the current parks budget. The board will also discuss the naming of the Vet's Park baseball field, updates to the Vet's Park playground, and native planting designs for Park Row. Additionally, the board will consider action on a YMCA programming contract and improvements for tennis and pickleball courts at Maple and Dunn Parks.

• Annual election of Chair and Secretary
• Discussion regarding Vet’s Park baseball field naming
• Action regarding Park Row native plantings design
• Action regarding tennis and pickleball courts for Maple Park and Dunn Park
• Action regarding approval of the YMCA programming contract

The Board approved the YMCA programming contract with amended wording and voted to keep Maple Park's two tennis courts while moving forward with resurfacing. They also asked the City Engineer to determine how many pickleball courts can fit at Dunn Field's tennis courts. Several items, including the parks budget and Park Row plantings design, were continued to next month.

• Approved YMCA programming contract with amended wording
• Approved keeping Maple Park two tennis courts and moving forward with resurfacing
• Approved asking City Engineer to determine pickleball court count at Dunn Field
• Approved minutes from April 8, 2025 with correction (PRF to RFP)
• Re-elected Adam St. Marie as President and Peggy Schneider as Secretary
• Continued parks budget discussion to next month
• Continued Park Row plantings design discussion to next month

Finance, Licensing, and Regulation Committee

The Finance, Licensing, and Regulation Committee will discuss and make recommendations on alcohol license applications and renewals, lakefront fee increases, a storm siren agreement with Walworth County, and archiving past meeting videos. The committee also reviews accounts payable totaling over $371,000. No final council action is taken at this meeting.

• Original Class A beer/liquor license for Gage Marine dba Lake Life Store, 803 Main St Unit 1E
• Original Class A beer/liquor license for Gage Marine dba Lake Geneva Cruise Line Store, 812 Wrigley Dr
• Resolution 25-R34 authorizing alcohol license renewals for July 1, 2025–June 30, 2026
• Class B beer/liquor license renewal for D&D Restaurant Group dba Flat Iron Tap, 150 Center St
• Lakefront fee schedule increases and additions; pre-paid checks $125,471.83; regular checks $245,814.78

Utility Commission

The Lake Geneva Utility Commission will consider a resolution amending the 2025 Water Utility Budget and discuss a proposal for a utility office mural. The meeting also includes routine approvals of minutes, financials, and bills, plus a director's report.

• Resolution 2025-02 amending the 2025 Water Utility Budget
• Discussion/action on utility office mural proposal
• Approval of April 2025 financials and bills
• Approval of minutes from April 21, 2025

Plan Commission

The Lake Geneva Plan Commission will meet to discuss and vote on three downtown design review applications for exterior building changes on W Main Street. Commissioners will also hear updates on the Short Term Rental Program and the Code Enforcement Program from the Building and Zoning Administrator.

• Discussion/Action on Resolution PC-018 for exterior changes at 734 W Main Street
• Discussion/Action on Resolution PC-019 for exterior changes at 605 W Main Street
• Discussion/Action on Resolution PC-020 for exterior changes at 803 W Main Street
• Update on Short Term Rental Program
• Update on Code Enforcement Program

The Lake Geneva Plan Commission approved three Downtown Design Review applications for exterior changes to buildings at 734, 605, and 803 W Main Street, all with staff recommendations and fact findings. The commission also approved the April 21, 2025 minutes and received updates on the Short-Term Rental and Code Enforcement programs, with no other substantive decisions.

• Approved Resolution PC-018 for exterior changes at 734 W Main Street (7-0)
• Approved Resolution PC-019 for exterior changes at 605 W Main Street (7-0)
• Approved Resolution PC-020 for exterior changes at 803 W Main Street (7-0)
• Approved April 21, 2025 Plan Commission minutes (7-0)

General

The Geneva Lake Environmental Agency (GLEA) Board of Directors will hold its monthly meeting to approve minutes and financial reports, and discuss possible actions on lake management topics including blue-green algae protocols, microplastic testing, and a lake management plan review. The agenda includes updates on staff, aquatic surveys, and municipal reports from local towns and villages.

• Approve minutes of April 17 and April 22, 2025 board meetings
• Action on April 2025 income statement and balance sheet
• Discussion on Blue-Green Algae Protocol Update
• Update on Microplastic Testing
• Review of Lake Management Plan – Entity Review

General

The Lake Geneva Board of Review will meet to review the 2025 property assessment roll, hear objections from property owners, and deliberate on decisions. No formal council actions will be taken, but a quorum of council members will be present.

• Review and approve the 2025 Assessment Roll
• Hear and decide on property assessment objections
• Examine Notices of Intent to File Objection and Hearing Waiver Requests
• Schedule additional meeting dates if needed
• Certify Board of Review members meet state training requirements

Historic Preservation Commission

The Lake Geneva Historic Preservation Commission will review minutes, hear public comments, and discuss updates on local historic sites, including Black Point Estate and the Three Graces statue. They will also consider changes to the Historic Preservation Ordinance, new landmark nominations, and plaque costs. The meeting includes routine reports and project updates.

• Discussion of Chapter 34 Historic Preservation Ordinance and new Local Historic Landmark Application Form
• Status of landmark nominations for Lake Geneva Public Library and The Riviera
• Plaque cost from Timberline Signs at $258.48 each
• Update on Three Graces statue repair/replacement and City funding
• Hillmoor Archaeological Site Survey and grant for Intensive Historic Survey

The Lake Geneva Historic Preservation Commission approved a motion to pay $2,500 for a 3-D scan of the Three Graces statue, which will inform future repair or replacement plans. The commission also renewed its membership in the Wisconsin Association of Historic Preservation Commissions and received approval from the City Council to roll over $8,200 from the 2024 budget into 2025. No other formal votes were recorded; the meeting focused on updates and discussions.

• Approved $2,500 for 3-D scan of Three Graces statue
• Renewed membership in Wisconsin Association of Historic Preservation Commissions
• City Council approved rolling over $8,200 from 2024 budget to 2025

Avian Committee

The Lake Geneva Avian Committee meets to conduct its annual officer elections, review city ordinances, and receive updates on the 2025 budget and financial status. The committee will also discuss climate-related initiatives, including World Migratory Bird Day plans and EV charger updates.

• Annual election of Chair and Secretary
• 2025 financial review and budget update
• World Migratory Bird Day final plans with $500 speaker honorarium
• Review of city ordinances related to avian matters
• Purple Martin House update

The Avian Committee re-elected Sarah McConnell as president and Kelley Happ as secretary. It agreed to update a city ordinance to remove the specific date for International Migratory Bird Day and to pursue making Lake Geneva a Dark Skies community, with plans to present the concept at the June 2 COW meeting. No other substantive decisions were made; the rest of the meeting was updates and planning.

• Approved April 8 meeting minutes (motion by Rodriguez, second by Ross)
• Re-elected Sarah McConnell as president (motion by Rodriguez, second by Happ)
• Re-elected Kelley Happ as secretary (unanimous)
• Agreed to change ordinance reference to International Migratory Bird Day to 'celebrate the event annually'
• Agreed to pursue Dark Skies community status and present at COW meeting on June 2
• Moved next meeting to June 3 at 6 pm in Conference Room 2A

Piers, Harbors, and Lakefront Committee

The Piers, Harbors, and Lakefront Committee will review fee schedule updates for boat launches, including Covenant Harbor, and hear updates on lagoon seawall repairs and beach fence replacement. No formal decisions will be made, but recommendations may be forwarded to the Common Council.

• Discussion on proposed increases to Lakefront Fee Schedule, including boat launch permits
• Update on Gage Marine beach fence repair/replacement plans
• Discussion on Covenant Harbor Boat Launch Fees
• Status report on lagoon seawall construction progress and timelines
• Review of Library-issued beach passes and lagoon lessee’s season launch pass policies

Common Council

The Lake Geneva Common Council will act on several key items including approval of a $846,152 street paving contract, zoning amendments, and permits for local events. The meeting will also consider limited easements for state highway improvements and a cemetery board appointment.

• Approval of $846,152 bid from Wolf Paving for 2025 Lake Geneva Street Program including alternates 1-4
• First readings of four zoning code amendments (Ordinances 25-04 through 25-07) covering group developments, definitions, access standards, and parking rules
• Approval of three resolutions (25-R26, 25-R27, 25-R28) for limited easements and right-of-way designation for STH 50 improvements
• Acceptance of pre-paid check report ($93,046.10) and regular check report ($249,360.60)
• Approval of $31,056 contract for joint and crack cleaning and sealing with Fahrner Asphalt Sealers

The Common Council approved a full-time employment agreement with City Administrator Dave De Angelis after a closed session. The council also approved several resolutions and ordinances, including zoning code amendments, a street program bid, and easements for the STH 50 improvements. All votes were unanimous except for one abstention on a mayoral appointment.

• Approved City Administrator contract for Dave De Angelis (8-0)
• Approved $846,152.20 bid from Wolf Paving for 2025 Street Program (voice vote)
• Approved Resolution 25-R30 CUP for site plan alterations at 1600 Evergreen Lane (voice vote)
• Approved Resolution 25-R31 PD-PIP for electrical substation at 255 Mill Street (voice vote)
• Approved Resolution 25-R32 PD-GDP for Covenant Harbor Bible Camp pavilion and dining hall (voice vote)
• Approved Resolution 25-R33 Certified Survey Map for Covenant Harbor Bible Camp (voice vote)
• Approved Ordinance 25-04 through 25-07 zoning code amendments (voice votes)
• Approved Rick Bailey to Cemetery Board (7-1, Frame abstained)

Tourism Commission

The Lake Geneva Tourism Commission will hold its May 12 meeting to elect officers, review city ordinances, and discuss budget allocations for municipal development projects. Updates will cover room tax finances, promotional activities, and grant evaluations for events like Lake Geneva Taco Fest and Venetian Festival.

• Annual election of Chairperson, Vice-Chairperson, and Secretary
• Written financial update on room tax dollars ($1,031,919.75 total assets, $1,075,073.65 restricted fund balance)
• Discussion/action on budget line items for municipal development projects
• Tourism Promotional Grant Program reviews for Lake Geneva Taco Fest 2025, Das Fest Wisconsin, and Venetian Festival
• Final evaluations for Winterfest Ice Sculpture Walk 2025 and The Balloon Adventure grants

The Lake Geneva Tourism Commission approved several tourism promotional grants, including $10,000 for Lake Geneva Taco Fest, $7,500 for a social media campaign for the Riviera Ballroom, $15,000 for Das Fest Wisconsin, and $27,500 for the Venetian Festival (reduced from a requested $60,000). The commission also re-elected officers and approved the April minutes. Several items, including final grant evaluations and grant criteria, were continued to the June meeting.

• Approved $10,000 grant for Lake Geneva Taco Fest (1 no vote)
• Approved $7,500 grant for Riviera Ballroom social media campaign (unanimous)
• Approved $15,000 grant for Das Fest Wisconsin (unanimous)
• Approved $27,500 grant for Venetian Festival (amended from $60,000, 1 no vote)
• Re-elected Brian Waspi as Chairperson (unanimous)
• Re-elected Zakia Pirzada as Vice Chairperson (unanimous)
• Re-elected Fesenmaier as Secretary (unanimous)
• Approved April 14, 2025 minutes (unanimous)

Library Board

The Lake Geneva Library Board will hold its regular meeting to conduct annual officer elections, approve prior meeting minutes, and receive committee reports including finance and building updates. The board will also hear reports from the library director, Friends of the Library, city, and school board.

• Annual election of board officers for 2025-2026
• Review and approval of previous month’s invoices
• Committee nominations for Personnel, Strategic Planning, PR, and Finance, Building & Grounds

Police and Fire Commission

The Lake Geneva Police and Fire Commission will vote on May 2025 bills for the fire and police departments, totaling over $827,000, and consider hiring new police and fire personnel. They will also discuss purchasing three Lucas CPR devices, scheduling a facility assessment workshop, and entering closed session to discuss a school resource officer agreement and police personnel matters.

• Fire Department bills: $345,458.66 operating, $169.50 equipment replacement, total $345,628.16
• Police Department bills: $480,442.64 operating, $1,552.72 equipment replacement, total $481,995.36
• Approval of purchasing three Lucas CPR devices
• Confirm hiring of Community Service Officers Isha Kinard and Jacob Annesser, and Telecommunicators Morgan Stollenwerk and Darius Martinez Coleman
• Closed session to discuss School Resource Officer MOU and police personnel

The Police and Fire Commission elected Tom Clausen as President and Spyro Condos as Vice President. The commission approved the purchase of three Lucas CPR devices for the fire department at a cost not to exceed $54,795.09, funded by state grant and EMS FAP funds. It also approved April bills for both departments, several personnel hires, and the posting of the Assistant Chief position.

• Elected Tom Clausen as President (4-0-1, Clausen abstaining)
• Elected Spyro Condos as Vice President
• Approved $345,628.16 in Fire Department bills for April 2025 (5-0)
• Approved purchase of three Lucas CPR devices not to exceed $54,795.09 (5-0)
• Approved disposal of obsolete fire equipment (5-0)
• Approved posting of Assistant Chief position (5-0)
• Approved $481,995.36 in Police Department bills for April 2025 (5-0)
• Confirmed hiring of Community Service Officers Isha Kinard and Jacob Annesser (5-0)

Library Board

The Lake Geneva Public Library Finance, Building & Grounds Committee is scheduled to meet on May 8, 2025, at the Lake Geneva Public Library. The agenda consists entirely of procedural matters, including the review and approval of the previous month's invoices and budget, reports on building and grounds, investments and donations, and capital budget planning.

• Review and approval of previous month's invoices & budget
• Building & grounds report
• Investments / donations report
• Capital budget / budget planning report

Hillmoor Commission

The Hillmoor Commission will discuss and possibly recommend Rt. 50 frontage improvements, review a newsletter draft, and receive a status report on land use zones. They will also discuss project evaluation criteria. The agenda includes routine items like approving minutes and public comments.

• Discussion/recommendation on Rt. 50 Frontage Improvements
• Discussion/recommendation on Hillmoor newsletter
• Status report and discussion/approval of land use zones
• Presentation/discussion of project evaluation process and criteria

The Hillmoor Commission agreed to make Rt. 50 frontage improvements, including replacing a hazardous bridge and clearing invasive species, and approved a modified land use zone boundary. They also endorsed a newsletter for public updates and discussed a project evaluation process. No formal votes were taken on these items; decisions were made by consensus.

• Agreed to Rt. 50 frontage improvements, including bridge replacement and invasive species clearing
• Agreed to modify land use zone boundary between Zones 4 and 5
• Endorsed Hillmoor newsletter to be hosted on city website
• Approved April 10, 2025 minutes unanimously

Business Improvement District (BID)

The Lake Geneva Business Improvement District Board meets on May 7, 2025, to discuss administrative reports, committee updates, and financial items. The agenda covers a treasurer report, marketing updates, and a Main Street Resource Report.

• Treasurer Report including Chart of Account review, Budget vs Actuals, and paying bills
• Executive Director Report covering marketing, website, and social updates
• Committee recaps for Promotions, Design, Economic Vitality, and Organization
• Main Street Resource Report with focus on the Organization Section

The Lake Geneva Business Improvement District board approved the previous meeting's minutes and paid bills totaling $30,861.45. The board also heard updates on upcoming events, financial status, and committee activities. No major policy decisions were made.

• Approved minutes from last meeting (all in favor)
• Approved payment of bills totaling $30,861.45
• Approved adjournment at 9:56 AM

Finance, Licensing, and Regulation Committee

The Lake Geneva Finance, Licensing, and Regulation Committee will meet on May 6, 2025, to discuss several public event permits and temporary alcohol licenses, including events hosted by the Downtown Business Improvement District and VISIT Lake Geneva. The committee will also consider a bid award for Project 2025-04 for joint and crack cleaning and sealing, and review Amendment #3 to the SafeBuilt contract regarding fee arrangements and building permit tracking software. Additionally, the agenda includes financial reports and the presentation of accounts.

• Public Event Permit Application for Pink the Lake on August 2, 2025
• Public Event Permit Application for the St Francis de Sales Roadrunner 5K on May 24, 2025
• Public Event Permit and Temporary Class B Wine License for the Downtown Business Improvement District's Spring Wine Walk on May 18, 2025
• Bid award for Project 2025-04, Joint & Crack Cleaning and Sealing
• Amendment #3 to the SafeBuilt contract for fee changes and permit tracking software

The Finance, Licensing, and Regulation Committee approved several public event permits, including Pink the Lake, the St. Francis de Sales Roadrunner 5K, the Spring Wine Walk, Concerts in the Park, and Winterfest 2026. They also approved a bid for joint and crack cleaning and sealing, an amendment to the SafeBuilt contract, and the payment of pre-paid and regular checks. All decisions were made by voice vote with no recorded opposition.

• Approved public event permit for Pink the Lake on August 2, 2025
• Approved public event permit for St. Francis de Sales Roadrunner 5K on May 24, 2025
• Approved public event permit for Spring Wine Walk on May 18, 2025
• Approved temporary Class B wine license for Spring Wine Walk
• Approved public event permit for Concerts in the Park 2025
• Approved public event permit for Winterfest 2026
• Approved bid from Fahrner Asphalt Sealers for Project 2025-04
• Approved Amendment #3 to SafeBuilt contract

Personnel Committee

The Lake Geneva Personnel Committee meets to discuss updates on hiring for the City Administrator and Parks Director roles, review proposed revisions to the municipal code governing the committee’s duties, and examine the city’s policy manual. No official council action will be taken at this meeting.

• Review of Parks Director job description updates
• Discussion on revising Municipal Code Sec. 2-49 (3) to clarify Personnel Committee roles
• Update on ongoing City Administrator and Parks Director staff searches
• Review of Municipal Government Policy Manual: Chapter 1 - Role and Authority

The Lake Geneva Personnel Committee met on May 5, 2025, and approved the April 7, 2025 minutes. The committee reviewed the 2025-2026 action plan, received updates on staff searches (City Administrator transition and Parks Director posting), discussed revisions to Municipal Code Sec. 2-49(3), and reviewed Chapter 1 of the Municipal Government Policy Manual. No substantive decisions were made beyond the minutes approval; other items were discussion or review only.

• Approved April 7, 2025 minutes (voice vote, carried)
• Reviewed 2025-2026 Committee Action Plan
• Noted City Administrator search complete, Dave De Angelis moving to full-time
• Noted Parks Director position posted
• Discussed revisions to Municipal Code Sec. 2-49(3); De Angelis to report to Council
• Reviewed Chapter 1 of Municipal Government Policy Manual
• Adjourned at 5:20 pm (voice vote, carried)

Committee of the Whole

The Lake Geneva Committee of the Whole is meeting to hear a presentation from Alexandra Binanti, Executive Director of the Lake Geneva Business Improvement District, on the Main Street Designation Update. The agenda also includes routine approval of minutes, public comments, and reports from standing committees and city representatives on various boards. No official Council action will be taken at this meeting.

• Presentation: Main Street Designation Update by Alexandra Binanti, BID Executive Director
• Approval of Committee of the Whole minutes from April 7, 2025
• Reports from standing committees (Finance, Personnel, Public Works, Piers/Harbor/Lakefront)
• Reports from city representatives on boards (Utility Commission, Tree Board, Police and Fire Commission, etc.)

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee will discuss and possibly recommend approval of temporary and permanent easements for STH 50 improvements on city-owned parcels, the 2025 street program bids, and a preliminary resolution for sidewalk assessments. Staff reports from the Public Works Director, Street Superintendent, Parking Manager, and Engineer are also on the agenda. No official Council action will be taken at this meeting.

• Temporary Limited Easement (TLE) for STH 50 improvements on Parcels 15, 17, and 23
• Permanent Limited Easement (PLE) for STH 50 improvements on Parcel 23
• Right-of-Way designation fee for STH 50 improvements on Parcel 123
• 2025 Lake Geneva Street Program bids
• 2025 preliminary resolution for sidewalk assessments

The Public Works Committee approved all items on the agenda, including temporary and permanent easements for STH 50 improvements on city-owned properties, a right-of-way fee designation, the 2025 street program bids, and a preliminary resolution for sidewalk assessments. All motions passed 4-0. No public comments were made.

• Approved Temporary Limited Easement for STH 50 improvements on Parcels 15, 17, 23 (4-0)
• Approved Permanent Limited Easement for STH 50 improvements on Parcel 23 (4-0)
• Approved Right-of-Way FEE designation for STH 50 improvements on Parcel 23 (4-0)
• Approved 2025 Lake Geneva Street Program bids (4-0)
• Approved 2025 preliminary resolution for sidewalk assessments (4-0)

Common Council

The Lake Geneva Common Council will consider several financial and development items, including resolutions for 2024 budget transfers and amendments, a $5,000 architect contract for Hillmoor design standards, lagoon dredging and pier bids, and a proposed single-family residential development at Townline Road and North Road. The council will also hold a closed session to discuss a firefighter collective bargaining agreement, a code enforcement contract, and a city administrator search. Proclamations for Library Anniversary Month, Poppy Month, and Municipal Clerks Week are also on the agenda.

• Resolution 25-R15: 2024 transfers from Lakefront and Parking Special Revenue Funds to General Fund
• Resolution 25-R16: 2024 year-end budget amendment re-allocating funds
• Resolution 25-R17: Carryover of General Fund budget amounts from 2024 to 2025
• Second Reading of Ordinance 25-03: Amending landmark nomination procedures for private properties
• Repeal of Article V Child Safety Zones in Chapter 50 of Municipal Code

The Common Council approved a 2025-2027 collective bargaining agreement with the Lake Geneva Firefighter's Association, a contract with a code enforcement company, and the hiring of Dave De Angelis as City Administrator (subject to negotiations). The council also repealed the Child Safety Zones ordinance, approved several resolutions and ordinances, and took action on various committee recommendations.

• Approved 2025-2027 Collective Bargaining Agreement with Firefighter's Association (6-0)
• Approved contract with Code Enforcement Company (6-0)
• Approved hiring Dave De Angelis as City Administrator, subject to negotiations (6-0)
• Repealed Article V Child Safety Zones ordinance
• Approved Ordinance 25-03 amending historic landmark nomination procedures
• Approved Resolution 25-R24 for Planned Development at Townline Road and North Road
• Approved $5,000 for architect to develop design standards for Hillmoor property
• Approved striping Seminary Park's Parking Lot F (5-1)

General

The Geneva Lake Environmental Agency board will hold a special meeting to consider two business items: an aquatic plant survey and adding East End sampling to an existing USGS contract. Public comments are allowed, limited to five minutes per person.

• Aquatic plant survey discussion and possible action
• Add East End sampling to USGS contract

The Geneva Lake Environmental Agency held a special board vote on April 22, 2025. The board decided to hold off on a full aquatic plant survey for 2025 and instead divert funds to summer staff, and approved $1,000 to co-fund East End water sampling for one year. No public comments were made, and the meeting adjourned at 5:43 p.m.

• Held off on full aquatic plant survey for 2025, diverting funds to summer staff (motion by R. Umans, second by C. McAdam)
• Approved $1,000 to co-fund East End sampling in 2025 (motion by R. Pappas, second by A. Rasch)

General

The Geneva Lake Law Enforcement Agency Board of Directors is meeting to handle routine business, including approving minutes, bills, and the treasurer's report, and receiving the commander's report. The board will also enter a closed session to discuss hiring new police officers and rehiring returning officers, followed by a public vote on the 2025 officer hiring recommendation.

• Closed session under Wis. Stats. 19.85(1)(c) to discuss hiring new GLLEA police officers and returning officers
• Public comment period (2 minutes per person) via email by 8:00 AM on meeting date
• Approval of minutes from October 30, 2024 meeting
• Approval of bills and acceptance of Treasurer's report
• Recommendation on 2025 GLLEA Officer Hiring

Police and Fire Commission

The Police and Fire Commission is holding a special workshop to discuss the Police and Fire Operational Study by Public Administration Associates, LLC. The discussion will cover existing conditions, site analysis, and space needs for the police and fire departments. No formal action will be taken at this meeting.

• Discussion of Police and Fire Operational Study by Public Administration Associates, LLC
• Review of Section 4 – Existing Conditions
• Review of Section 5 – Site Analysis
• Review of Section 6 – Space Needs Analysis

The Police and Fire Commission held a workshop to review sections of a facility study by Public Administration Associates, LLC. Police Chief Gritzner reported the police department's space needs are not immediate but will require changes in 5-10 years, while Fire Chief Peters stated the fire department needs a new facility as soon as possible, including two stations. No formal decisions were made; the commission scheduled another workshop to discuss the remaining study sections.

• Reviewed Sections 4-6 of the Police and Fire Operational Study
• Scheduled another workshop to discuss remaining study sections
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

Utility Commission

The Lake Geneva Utility Commission will consider appeals from Covenant Harbor and Pine Tree Motel regarding denied sewer credits, and discuss outsourcing utility billing printing/mailing to ABT Inc. They will also review proposals for sanitary sewer CCTV work and a water distribution leak survey, along with routine approvals of minutes, financials, and bills.

• Appeal by Covenant Harbor for denial of sewer credit
• Appeal by Pine Tree Motel for denial of sewer credit
• Outsourcing utility billing printing/mailing to ABT Inc.
• Proposals for Sanitary Sewer Main CCTV work 2025-27
• Proposal from M.E. Simpson for distribution system leak survey

The Lake Geneva Utility Commission approved outsourcing utility bill printing and mailing to ABT Inc., denied two sewer credit appeals, and approved contracts for sewer main CCTV work and a distribution system leak survey. All decisions were unanimous (6-0).

• Approved outsourcing utility billing printing/mailing to ABT Inc. (6-0)
• Denied sewer credit appeal by Covenant Harbor (6-0)
• Denied sewer credit appeal by Pine Tree Motel (6-0)
• Approved Great Lakes TV Seal for 2025-27 sewer main CCTV work (6-0)
• Approved M.E. Simpson proposal for whole-system leak survey (6-0)
• Approved March 2025 financials (6-0)
• Approved March 2025 bills (6-0)
• Approved minutes from March 17, 2025 (6-0)

Plan Commission

The Lake Geneva Plan Commission will hold public hearings and vote on several items, including a conditional use permit for site alterations at 1600 Evergreen Lane, a planned development for reconstructing the electrical substation at 255 Mill Street, and a planned development for a new pavilion and dining hall at Covenant Harbor Bible Camp. They will also consider zoning code amendments for group developments and fire access standards, plus a concept review for adding a drive-through at 280 N. Edwards Blvd. The agenda includes routine items like approving minutes and public comments.

• CUP for site alterations at 1600 Evergreen Lane (Tax Key ZLM 00088A)
• Planned development for substation reconstruction at 255 Mill Street (Tax Key ZA312100002)
• Planned development for new pavilion and dining hall at Covenant Harbor Bible Camp, 1724 W Main St
• Certified Survey Map to combine parcels for Covenant Harbor Bible Camp
• Zoning code amendments for group developments and fire access standards

Geneva Lake Environmental Agency

The Geneva Lake Environmental Agency board will hold its monthly meeting to approve March financial reports and discuss or take action on a wide range of lake management items, including moving a USGS gage, aquatic plant and fish survey bids, wake boat language, aquatic invasive species protocols, and a lake management plan. Public comments are limited to 5 minutes.

• Action on March 2025 income statement and balance sheet
• Possible action on USGS gage relocation and additional water sampling
• Aquatic plant survey bids and fish survey bid
• Wake boat language discussion
• Phosphorus loading from Big Foot and lake management plan

The Geneva Lake Environmental Agency board conditionally approved $1,000 for USGS to test water at the east end, pending more information on existing west-end sampling. The board also discussed but did not decide on several items, including moving the USGS water gage, aquatic plant and fish surveys, and wake boat regulations. No other formal votes were taken; the meeting was largely informational.

• Approved March 2025 board meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved March 2025 income statement (unanimous)
• Approved March 2025 balance sheet (unanimous)
• Conditionally approved $1,000 for USGS east-end water testing (unanimous)

Finance, Licensing, and Regulation Committee

The Finance, Licensing, and Regulation Committee will discuss and make recommendations on event permits, budget resolutions, parking placards, and a $5,000 architect contract for Hillmoor property design standards. They will also enter closed session to discuss the 2025-2027 collective bargaining agreement with the Lake Geneva Firefighter's Association.

• Public event permits for 2025 Memorial Day Parade and Farmers Market at Horticultural Hall
• Resolution 25-R15: 2024 transfers from Lakefront and Parking Special Revenue Funds to General Fund
• Resolution 25-R16: 2024 year-end budget amendment re-allocating funds
• Resolution 25-R17: Carryover of General Fund budget amounts from 2024 to 2025
• $5,000 to hire architect for Hillmoor property design standards

The Finance, Licensing, and Regulation Committee approved six parking placards for the LG Food Pantry on Wisconsin Street (4-1, Hoiland opposed) and approved striping Seminary Park's Parking Lot F (4-1, Yager opposed). The committee also approved several routine items, including public event permits for the Memorial Day Parade and Farmers Market, pre-paid and regular checks, budget resolutions, BID bylaw amendments, and $5,000 for an architect for Hillmoor design standards. Items 12 and 13 (including the collective bargaining agreement) were forwarded to Council without recommendation.

• Approved 6 parking placards for Food Pantry on Wisconsin Street (4-1)
• Approved striping Seminary Park's Parking Lot F (4-1)
• Approved $5,000 for architect for Hillmoor design standards
• Approved public event permit for 2025 Memorial Day Parade
• Approved public event permit for 2025 Farmers Market at Horticultural Hall
• Approved pre-paid checks of $61,492.05
• Approved regular checks of $532,445.47
• Approved Resolution 25-R15, 25-R16, 25-R17 (budget transfers and amendments)

General

The Lake Geneva Common Council holds its organizational meeting: newly elected officials are sworn in, a council president and vice president are elected, and four resolutions are considered to designate local depositories, the official newspaper, and confirm the mayor's appointments to standing and non-standing committees. The agenda is largely procedural, focused on setting up the council for the 2025-2026 term.

• Resolution 25-R18 designates 11 local depositories including U.S. Bank, Town Bank, PNC Bank, and JP Morgan Chase Bank
• Resolution 25-R19 designates the Lake Geneva Regional News as the official newspaper
• Resolution 25-R20 confirms aldermanic appointments to standing committees including Finance, Personnel, and Public Works
• Resolution 25-R21 confirms appointments to non-standing committees and commissions including Plan Commission, Police & Fire Commission, and Library Board

Common Council

The Lake Geneva Common Council will decide on ordinances updating landmark nomination procedures and vote on several resolutions and purchases. The meeting includes approvals for fire department fund balances, sidewalk evaluations, and a large equipment purchase for public works.

• Second reading of Ordinance 25-02 amending landmark nomination procedures for private properties
• First reading of Ordinance 25-03 amending landmark nomination procedures for private properties
• Approval of $203,675 purchase of replacement snow blower for DPW from Equipment Replacement Fund
• Approval of Task Order #43 Citywide Sidewalk Evaluation Phase 2
• Conditional Use Permit for 827 Dodge Street for Commercial Indoor Lodging (Resolution 25-R22)

The Common Council denied Ordinance 25-02 regarding historic landmark nominations and held a first reading of a replacement ordinance (25-03) that would allow the city to qualify for state historic grants. The council also approved several resolutions, including conditional use permits for a lodging property and a brewery expansion, and approved a $203,675 snow blower purchase.

• Denied Ordinance 25-02 on historic landmark nomination procedures
• Held first reading of Ordinance 25-03 on same topic
• Approved Resolution 25-R22: Conditional Use Permit for 827 Dodge Street (commercial indoor lodging)
• Approved Resolution 25-R23: Topsy Turvy Brewery expansion at 727 Geneva Street
• Approved $203,675 purchase of replacement snow blower for DPW
• Approved Task Order #43 Citywide Sidewalk Evaluation Phase 2
• Approved Sunday Morning Parking Program
• Approved Parks Director Job Description

Tourism Commission

The Lake Geneva Tourism Commission will meet to discuss promotional activities, hotel performance, and room tax finances. They will review final evaluations for two tourism grants and consider changes to grant procedures, including criteria for events outside city limits and complimentary use of the Riviera Ballroom. No new grant requests are scheduled for this meeting.

• Final evaluations for Abominable Snow Race 2025 and Riviera Ballroom Winter Promo grants
• Discussion on Riviera Ballroom complimentary request form and actual cost of use beyond rental fees
• Discussion on developing criteria for grant applications for events outside Lake Geneva
• Update on room tax dollars collected and outstanding tourism grants
• Update from VISIT Lake Geneva on hotel performance and promotional activity

The Lake Geneva Tourism Commission discussed and agreed to move forward with new grant criteria that will be placed on the application, giving strong preference to new events or new elements, events in municipalities with a tourism commission or room tax collection, a three-year cap or reduced amounts, non-profits or non-profit components, and multi-day events. The commission also reviewed final grant evaluations and discussed future agenda items, but no formal votes were taken on these criteria. The minutes were approved unanimously.

• Approved minutes from March 10, 2025 (unanimous)
• Agreed to add grant criteria to application favoring new events, 3-year cap, non-profits, multi-day events (discussion, no formal vote)
• Discussed adding sports grant category and tying grants to city permits (no action)
• Discussed adding budget line items for municipal development projects like welcome signs and map kiosks (no action)

Library Board

The Lake Geneva Public Library Board is meeting to handle routine business: approving minutes and invoices, receiving committee reports, and hearing the director's update on usage, staff, events, and projects. Public comment is limited to agenda items, with a 5-minute maximum per speaker.

• Approval of previous month's invoices
• Building and grounds report
• Investment/donations report
• Capital project planning
• Director's report on usage, staff, events, and projects

Hillmoor Commission

The Hillmoor Commission is meeting to discuss and make recommendations on several items related to the Hillmoor property, including developing building and site design standards, creating a newsletter and public survey, and reviewing public comments from a recent input meeting. They will also discuss a SEWRPC ecological study and consider allowing Friends of Hillmoor to remove invasive species. No official Council action will be taken at this meeting.

• Discussion/recommendation on building design standards, site and landscaping standards, and protective covenants for Hillmoor
• Discussion/action on SEWRPC study of Hillmoor property, including botanical inventory and invasive species survey
• Discussion/recommendation on Friends of Hillmoor removing invasive species
• Discussion/recommendation on creating a Hillmoor newsletter and public survey
• Review of public comments from April 2, 2025 meeting, including 50 comments with top mentions for nature/green space, hiking/biking trails, and YMCA

The Hillmoor Commission approved spending up to $5,000 for architectural services to develop building design standards for the Hillmoor property (6-1). They also directed the consultant to work with the YMCA to define the size, scope, and location of a proposed facility, and unanimously approved creating a newsletter and recommending that Friends of Hillmoor be allowed to do ecological restoration work in Zone 4. No formal action was taken on a SEWRPC study, which will proceed at no cost to the city.

• Approved up to $5,000 for architectural services for building design standards (6-1, Larry Happ no)
• Directed consultant to work with YMCA to define facility size, scope, and location
• Approved creating a Hillmoor newsletter (unanimous)
• Recommended Friends of Hillmoor be allowed to do ecological restoration in Zone 4 with conditions (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from March 13 and April 2, 2025 (unanimous)
• Agreed to plan a special meeting on April 24, 2025

Library Board

The Lake Geneva Public Library's Finance, Building & Grounds Committee will meet to review and approve the previous month's invoices and budget, receive a building and grounds report, and discuss investments, donations, and capital budget planning. The meeting is a routine financial and facilities oversight session.

• Review and approval of previous month's invoices & budget
• Building & grounds report
• Investments / donations report
• Capital budget / budget planning report

The Library Finance, Building & Grounds Committee met and approved the previous month's invoices totaling $90,653.64, recommending them to the library board. The committee also approved the previous meeting's minutes. No other substantive items were discussed, as building, investments, and budget reports had no items to note.

• Approved previous month's invoices totaling $90,653.64 (unanimous)
• Approved previous meeting minutes (unanimous)

Police and Fire Commission

The Lake Geneva Police and Fire Commission will review and potentially approve March 2025 bills for both departments, totaling $965,222.84, along with resolutions for fund balances and new policies. They will also discuss hiring, promotions, and a closed session on the firefighters' contract.

• Approval of police bills: $539,089.28 (operating, capital, equipment replacement)
• Approval of fire bills: $426,133.56 (operating, equipment replacement)
• Approval of Resolution 25-R11 for First Responders donations fund balance
• Approval of Resolution 25-R14 for Police Department fund balances (donations, seizures, uniform allowance)
• Approval of hiring part-time/on-call firefighters and EMTs

Board of Park Commissioners

The Lake Geneva Board of Park Commissioners will discuss and potentially take action on YMCA concession and programming agreements, a request for field naming considerations, native plantings on Park Row, and a playground equipment RFP for Veteran's Park. The board will also review minutes from the Tree Board and Avian committees and hear public comments.

• YMCA concession agreement: $2,500 annual fee for Veteran's Park concession stand
• YMCA programming agreement: City to pay $63,654 per year for recreational services
• Park Row native plantings: $16,979.21 quote from Breezy Hill Nursery
• Vet's Park playground RFP review and recommendation to send to FLR and City Council
• Discussion of field naming considerations for YMCA

The Board of Park Commissioners denied the Park Row planting proposal due to missing design details and only one bid, and instead directed members to create a native planting design for the May meeting. The board recommended a 2-year YMCA concession contract, tabled the programming contract for revisions, and approved the alternate playground layout (revision #3) with plans to put out a request for labor/installation and submit the site plan to the Plan Commission.

• Approved 2-year YMCA concession contract (motion carried)
• Tabled YMCA programming contract to next month for wording changes (motion carried)
• Denied Park Row planting proposal (motion carried)
• Directed Julie Mulligan and Dana Furlo to create a Native Planting Design for May meeting (motion carried)
• Approved alternate playground layout, revision #3 from Kompan (motion carried)
• Approved putting out PFR for labor/installation of revision #3 (motion carried)
• Approved site plan as submitted to Plan Commission (motion carried)
• Carried forward request for field naming consideration (motion carried)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Lake Geneva Historic Preservation Commission met to discuss updates on local historic landmarks, building projects, and community memorials. Members reviewed the status of nominations for buildings like the Lake Geneva Public Library and The Riviera, discussed potential memorials for past member Patrick Quinn, and addressed repairs to historic plaques and the Three Graces statue.

• Review of nominations for Lake Geneva Public Library and The Riviera as Local Historic Landmarks
• Discussion on memorial plans for former member Patrick Quinn
• Historic plaque repairs costing $258.48 each from Timberline Signs
• Updates on Three Graces statue repair/replacement plans
• Status of Baker House demolition prevention efforts under Chapter 34 Historic Preservation Ordinance

The Lake Geneva Historic Preservation Commission met on April 8, 2025, and approved the minutes from the March 11 meeting. No other formal decisions were made; the meeting consisted of updates and discussions on various topics, including museum events, short-term rental monitoring, Black Point Estate programs, and the status of the Hillmoor Archaeological Site Survey. The commission also discussed potential memorials and historic signs, but no votes were taken on these items.

• Approved minutes from March 11, 2025 meeting
• Noted Edie Boutique remodeling was approved
• Discussed new house at 833 Wisconsin Street, still in progress
• Noted short-term rental monitoring to begin at end of May
• Discussed potential memorial for Patrick Quinn, no action taken
• Discussed Old Mill Pond sign, Beautification Committee to pay
• Discussed Three Graces statue repair, no decision made
• Discussed website and app reactivation, no action taken

Avian Committee

The Lake Geneva Avian Committee will meet to receive a financial review for 2025, discuss updates on the Bird City application, and review progress on birding backpacks and Purple Martin house preparations. No official actions will be taken as this is a committee meeting without council authority.

• 2025 Financial Review and Budget Update
• Bird City Application Update
• Birding Backpacks Project presentation
• Purple Martin House Update on house preparations and expected bird arrivals

The Avian Committee approved minutes from the March 11 meeting and authorized $500 for a speaker honorarium for World Migratory Bird Day. The committee also celebrated earning High Flyer status in the Bird City application and received updates on city projects.

• Approved minutes from March 11 meeting
• Authorized $500 honorarium for Dr. Benjamin Zuckerberg's talk (motion by Rodriguez, seconded by Happ, passed)

Piers, Harbors, and Lakefront Committee

The Piers, Harbors, and Lakefront Committee will discuss and possibly recommend action on several lakefront items, including YMCA summer camp beach passes, a fence replacement recommendation from Gage Marine, and updates on the lagoon seawall and dredging. They will also consider a bid recommendation for the lagoon pier reconstruction project, with Summerset Marine Construction as the lowest qualified bidder at $220,812. No official council action will be taken at this meeting.

• YMCA requests 80 beach passes for 2025 summer camp at Riviera Beach
• Gage Marine recommends replacing unsafe fence sections at Lake Geneva Beach
• Harbormaster recommends awarding lagoon pier construction to Summerset Marine Construction for $220,812
• Discussion on relocating boat launch to Big Foot State Park per 1996 plan and City Ordinance 90-125
• Update on Blue-Green Algae Workshop and Lagoon Seawall with Geneva Lake Level Corporation

The committee voted to reject all current lagoon pier bids and continue the item to the next meeting, following discussion about floating pier options. It also approved YMCA summer camp beach passes, continued the Gage Marine beach fence discussion, and forwarded the lagoon seawall and dredging BIDs items to the City Council for further discussion.

• Approved YMCA summer camp beach passes (voice vote)
• Continued Gage Marine beach fence discussion to next meeting (voice vote)
• Rejected all current lagoon pier bids and continued item (voice vote)
• Requested lagoon seawall item go to Council for further discussion
• Requested dredging BIDs timeline and task order go to Council for review

Tree Board

The Tree Board will discuss upcoming Arbor Day activities and a wishlist for the HWY 50 resurfacing project. The meeting also includes an arborist report regarding a hazardous tree removal.

• Discussion regarding Arbor Day on April 25, 2025
• Discussion regarding HWY 50 resurfacing wishlist
• Removal of a Siberian Elm at the 1100 block of Wells Street and North Bloomfield Road
• Discussion regarding Education Seminars at the Museum
• Discussion regarding BID followup

Personnel Committee

The Lake Geneva Personnel Committee will discuss revisions to the Parks Director job description and organizational chart updates. No official council action is scheduled; the committee may make recommendations for future meetings.

• Discussion of Parks Director job description revisions, including sustainable park planning and website management
• Review of organizational chart updates, including moving Parks Director to report to City Administrator
• Continuation of ordinance changes (City Ordinance Sec. 2-49 (3))

The Personnel Committee approved the Parks Director job description with several amendments, including adding 'financial and environmental' before 'sustainability', adding ',preferred' under Education and Experience, changing 'Handle all' to 'Supervise' in General Duties, and adding 'and implementation' to a bullet point. The committee also approved the minutes from March 3, 2025. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved Parks Director job description with amendments (voice vote)
• Amended job description to add 'financial and environmental' before 'sustainability' (voice vote)
• Amended job description to add ',preferred' under Education and Experience (voice vote)
• Amended job description to change 'Handle all' to 'Supervise' in General Duties (voice vote)
• Amended job description to add 'and implementation' to bullet point 4 under Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (voice vote)
• Amended job description to add 'in all types of weather conditions' to bullet point 2 under Physical Demands (voice vote)
• Approved minutes from March 3, 2025 (voice vote)

Committee of the Whole

The Lake Geneva Committee of the Whole is meeting on April 7, 2025, to hear a presentation from the Friends of the Lake Geneva Public Library and receive reports from standing committees, commissions, and boards. No official action is expected, as the agenda is largely informational and procedural.

• Presentation by Friends of the Lake Geneva Public Library (Nina Ruskey)
• Reports from Finance, Personnel, Public Works, and Piers/Harbor/Lakefront committees
• Reports from Utility Commission, Tree Board, Police and Fire Commission, Plan Commission, and others
• Geneva Lake Museum report: March attendance 842, annual members' meeting April 27
• Next meeting set for May 5, 2025

The Committee of the Whole meeting on April 7, 2025, was informational, with no formal votes or decisions made. Members heard a presentation from the Friends of the Lake Geneva Public Library and received reports from various committees, including updates on the Parks Director job description, a DNR chlorine non-compliance warning, and the approved Bird City application. The meeting adjourned at 7:05 pm.

• Approved minutes from March 3, 2025 (voice vote)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:05 pm (voice vote)

Business Improvement District (BID)

The Lake Geneva Business Improvement District (BID) board will meet to approve minutes, hear public comments, and receive updates from the city and VISIT Lake Geneva. They will review the treasurer's report, including budget vs. actuals and bill payments, and the executive director's report on marketing and committee activities. New business includes a Main Street Resource report, a proposal for a 2025 bylaw amendment, and continued discussion on an emergency planning policy.

• Treasurer report: chart of accounts, budget vs actuals, pay bills
• Committee updates: Oktoberfest, Spring Marketing, Tree Board, Alleyway Project, Hwy 50 Resurfacing, Parking, BID Connects, Vacancy Research
• Proposal for 2025 Bylaw Amendment
• Continued discussion on Emergency Planning Policy
• Main Street Resource Report – Focus on Organization Section

Finance, Licensing, and Regulation Committee

The Finance, Licensing, and Regulation Committee will discuss and recommend action on permits for Venetian Fest 2025, including a public event permit, temporary alcohol license, and fireworks display, as well as several fund balance resolutions and a $203,675 snow blower purchase. The agenda also includes approval of checks totaling $175,710.70 and other routine items.

• Public Event Permit for Venetian Fest (Aug 11-18, 2025)
• Temporary Class B Wine/Beer License for Venetian Fest at Flat Iron Park
• Firework Permit for J&M Displays display on Aug 17, 2025
• Purchase of replacement snow blower for DPW: $203,675.00
• Pre-paid checks: $92,256.85; Regular checks: $83,453.85

The Finance, Licensing, and Regulation Committee approved all agenda items, including permits for Venetian Fest (public event, temporary wine/beer license, fireworks), a $203,675 snow blower purchase, and several fund balance resolutions. Two items were continued to the next meeting: parking placards for the Food Pantry and striping Seminary Park's parking lot. All votes were unanimous voice votes.

• Approved Venetian Fest public event permit (Aug 11-18, 2025)
• Approved temporary Class B wine/beer license for Venetian Fest at Flat Iron Park
• Approved fireworks permit for J&M Displays on Aug 17, 2025
• Approved complimentary Riviera Ballroom request for Winterfest 2026
• Approved Resolutions 25-R11 through 25-R14 assigning fund balances
• Approved pre-paid checks $92,256.85 and regular checks $83,453.85
• Approved Task Order #43 Citywide Sidewalk Evaluation Phase 2
• Approved $203,675 snow blower purchase for DPW

Hillmoor Commission

The Hillmoor Commission will hold a special meeting to receive an update on the Hillmoor Project from consultant Michael Krajovic. The public may provide up to five minutes of comments on the project as allowed by state statute. No official actions will be taken at this meeting.

• Overview and update of Hillmoor Project by Michael Krajovic
• Public comments allowed for 5 minutes on Hillmoor Project ideas
• No official Council action planned

Common Council

The Common Council is holding a special meeting to conduct interviews and potentially hire a new City Administrator. The council will move into closed session to discuss employment data and then return to open session to take action on the matter.

• Closed session under Wis. Stat. 19.85(1)(c) for interview and hiring of a City Administrator
• Return to open session to take action on closed-session items

Geneva Lake Environmental Agency

The Geneva Lake Environmental Agency board will hold its monthly meeting to approve minutes and financial reports, and discuss several environmental initiatives including a pond management plan, USGS updates, and grant applications. Public comments are limited to 5 minutes.

• Action on February 2025 Income Statement and Balance Sheet
• Abbey Springs Pond Management Plan discussion
• USGS update
• Mobile CD3 Unit discussion
• Grant applications update

Public Works Committee

The Lake Geneva Public Works Committee will review staff reports and discuss 16 items including parking placards for a food pantry, sidewalk evaluations, street bike lanes, and snow blower replacement. No official council action is planned, but recommendations may be made for future meetings.

• Parking placards for Food Pantry on Wisconsin Street
• Approval of Task Order #43 Citywide Sidewalk Evaluation Phase 2
• Approval of Task Order #44 Public Survey for Lake Geneva Blvd.
• Purchase of replacement snow blower for DPW from Equipment Replacement Fund
• Discussion of street bike lanes

The Public Works Committee approved a motion to begin striping Seminary Park Parking Lot for passenger cars and start moving boat launch trailer parking to Dunnfield, despite concerns about DNR regulations and revenue. The committee also approved the Park Director Job Description, continued parking placards for the Lake Geneva Food Pantry, and approved Task Order #43 for Citywide Sidewalk Evaluation Phase 2. Several items were continued to next month, including the pedestrian crossing push button removal at Highway 50 and Edwards Boulevard, which failed 0-4.

• Approved striping Seminary Park Lot F for cars and moving boat trailer parking to Dunnfield (3-1)
• Approved Park Director Job Description (4-0)
• Continued parking placards for Lake Geneva Food Pantry (3-1)
• Approved Task Order #43 Citywide Sidewalk Evaluation Phase 2 (4-0)
• Approved purchase of replacement snow blower from Equipment Replacement Fund (4-0)
• Continued item on adding light to electric pole near Center Street until next month (4-0)
• Continued pedestrian crossing improvements at Broad and Dodge Street until next meeting (4-0)
• Motion to remove pedestrian crossing push buttons at Hwy 50 and Edwards Blvd failed (0-4)

General

The Lake Geneva Common Council will hold a special meeting to discuss and act on several items, including a first reading of an ordinance changing how private properties are nominated as local landmarks, proposed revisions to a Knowles Nelson grant application, and recommendations from the Finance and Plan Committees. The agenda includes consent items for temporary liquor licenses and event permits, a bid award for DPW garage repairs, and a closed session for labor negotiations and a personnel matter.

• First reading of Ordinance 25-02 amending landmark nomination procedures for private properties
• Bid award to Scherrer Construction for DPW Garage North Wall tuck pointing and steel siding, $30,526.00
• Task Order #42 to Kapur for Lagoon Dredging Project civil engineering services, not to exceed $19,800
• Temporary Class B wine/beer licenses for Bridge Food & Diaper Bank, Geneva Lake Women's Association, and Lake Geneva Jaycees events
• Closed session on 2024 collective bargaining agreement with Lake Geneva Firefighter's Association and Building and Zoning Director position

Cemetery Board

The Lake Geneva Cemetery Board will meet to discuss and recommend action on the monthly financial report, confirm new cemetery pricing approved by the Common Council, review proposed cemetery logos, and receive updates on the ash spreading ordinance and WAC membership. The board will also approve minutes from the January 15, 2025 meeting.

• Confirmation of new cemetery pricing approved by Common Council
• Discussion/recommendation on monthly Comptroller Financial Report
• Update on Ash Spreading Ordinance
• Proposed cemetery logos from Neal Aspinall
• WAC membership update

The Cemetery Board approved the January 15, 2025 minutes and the comptroller's report. They confirmed a 20% increase in cemetery pricing and a new $150 transfer fee for burial rights, as previously approved by the city council. The board also reviewed 10 proposed cemetery logos and requested a final version. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved January 15, 2025 minutes
• Approved comptroller's report
• Confirmed 20% pricing increase and $150 transfer fee
• Requested final logo from Neal Aspinall

General

The Lake Geneva Common Council is holding a special meeting with the primary purpose of entering closed session to interview candidates for the City Administrator position. After the closed session, the council will return to open session to take any action on the items discussed. The agenda contains no other substantive business.

• Closed session under Wis. Stat. 19.85(1)(c) to interview City Administrator candidates
• Possible action on closed-session items upon return to open session

General

The Lake Geneva Common Council and Personnel Committee will hold a special joint session to conduct interviews for the Building and Zoning Director position. The meeting will begin in open session, then move into closed session to discuss candidate qualifications, followed by a return to open session for any action. This is a personnel matter, so no public decisions are expected during the open portions.

• Closed session to interview candidates for Building and Zoning Director position
• Possible action on closed-session discussions upon return to open session

The Common Council and Personnel Committee held a special joint session to interview candidates for the Building and Zoning Director position. The meeting went into closed session for the interviews and reconvened in open session without taking any action. The meeting adjourned shortly after.

• Motion to enter closed session to interview candidates for Building and Zoning Director (8-0)
• No action taken after returning to open session

Finance, Licensing, and Regulation Committee

The Finance, Licensing, and Regulation Committee will discuss and recommend approvals for multiple temporary liquor licenses for upcoming events, public event permits, a fireworks permit, and several city contracts including checks totaling $346,477. The committee will also review proposed changes to landmark nomination procedures and assigned fund balances for various city committees.

• Temporary Class B Wine/Beer License for Bridge Food & Diaper Bank's Polka Party for the Pantry on April 5, 2025 at Riviera Ballroom
• Temporary Class B Wine/Beer License for Geneva Lake Women's Association's Women's Weekend Kickoff Party on April 25, 2025 at Riviera Ballroom
• Public Event Permit for Badger High School's Homecoming Parade on October 3, 2025
• Bid award for DPW Garage North Wall tuck pointing and steel siding (Project 2025-01)
• 2025-2026 Traffic Signal Preventative Maintenance Contract with TAPCO

Library Board

The Library Anniversary Committee is meeting to discuss updates on the library's anniversary celebration and any new business. The agenda is mostly procedural, with the main substantive item being anniversary updates.

• Anniversary updates
• New business

Board of Park Commissioners

The Lake Geneva Board of Park Commissioners will review and potentially act on a YMCA concession agreement for Veterans Park and a programming agreement for recreational services. The board will also discuss the parks budget, native plantings on Park Row, and a proposed park director job description.

• YMCA concession agreement: $2,500 annual payment, season April 15-September 15 at Veterans Park
• YMCA programming agreement: City to pay $63,654 per year for recreational programs at Veterans Park
• Parks budget review: $633,867 total parks budget, $37,083.22 spent as of Feb 2025
• Park Row native plantings: $16,979.21 quote from Breezy Hill Nursery for native seed mix
• Review of proposed Park Director job description

The Board of Park Commissioners met on March 18, 2025, and took several actions. They approved the February minutes, moved agenda item 8 to item 7, and tabled discussions on Park Row Native Plantings and the YMCA Concession Agreement to next month's agenda. They also reviewed the parks budget and discussed the Park Director job description, giving Alderperson Yager permission to move forward with the process.

• Approved February 18, 2025 minutes (motion by Mulligan, 2nd by Furlo)
• Moved agenda item 8 to item 7 (motion by St. Marie, 2nd by Lambrecht)
• Tabled Park Row Native Plantings to next month (motion by Schneider, 2nd by Lambrecht)
• Tabled YMCA Concession Agreement to next month (motion by Schneider, 2nd by Lambrecht)
• Gave Alderperson Yager permission to proceed with Park Director job description process

Utility Commission

The Lake Geneva Utility Commission will consider approving Payment Request #1 from RLP Diversified LLC for the White River Culvert Replacement Project and a resolution amending the 2024 water and wastewater utility budgets. The agenda also includes routine approvals of minutes, financials, and bills, plus a director's report. The commission will also discuss a recent notice of noncompliance from the Wisconsin DNR regarding chloride levels at the wastewater treatment plant.

• Discussion/Action on Payment Request #1 from RLP Diversified LLC for the White River Culvert Replacement Project
• Discussion/Action on Resolution 2025-01 Amending the 2024 Water and Wastewater Utility Budgets
• Approval of February 2025 Financials and Bills
• Notice of Noncompliance from WDNR for chloride effluent limit exceedances (250 mg/L) at the wastewater treatment plant
• Approval of minutes from February 17, 2025 meeting

The Lake Geneva Utility Commission approved a $0 pay request for the White River Culvert Replacement Project and Resolution 2025-01 amending the 2024 Water & Wastewater Utility Budgets, both unanimously. The commission also acknowledged a WDNR Notice of Noncompliance regarding chloride levels in the wastewater permit, discussing potential source reduction and treatment plant upgrades. All other items were routine approvals of minutes, financials, and bills.

• Approved February 2025 minutes (6-0)
• Approved February 2025 financials (6-0)
• Approved February 2025 bills (6-0)
• Approved Payment Request #1 for White River Culvert Replacement Project (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 2025-01 amending 2024 Water & Wastewater Utility Budgets (6-0)

Plan Commission

The Lake Geneva Plan Commission will review and vote on multiple zoning applications, including downtown design changes for two properties on W. Main Street, a conditional use permit for commercial indoor lodging at 827 Dodge Street, and expansions for Topsy Turvy Brewery. The meeting also includes public hearings on zoning code amendments for parking and fence setbacks, as well as two residential development proposals near Townline Road.

• Downtown Design Review for 737 W. Main St (PC-002) and 728 W. Main St (PC-003)
• Conditional Use Permit for Commercial Indoor Lodging at 827 Dodge St (PC-004)
• Planned Development for Topsy Turvy Brewery expansion at 727 Geneva St Suite 2 (PC-005)
• Zoning Code Amendments for parking on paved surfaces (Section 98-704) and fence alley setbacks (Section 98-720)
• Single-family residential development plans near Townline Road and North Road (PC-008, PC-009) by Bloomfield Holdings, LLC

The Lake Geneva Plan Commission approved a General Development Plan and Preliminary Plat for a single-family residential development by Bloomfield Holdings at Townline Road and North Road, with votes of 6-1 and 6-1 respectively. The commission also approved a Downtown Design Review for 737 W. Main Street (4-3) and unanimously approved a wall sign and exterior change at 728 W. Main Street, a Conditional Use Permit for Commercial Indoor Lodging at 827 Dodge Street, and a Planned Development for Topsy Turvy Brewery. Two zoning code amendments (parking on paved surfaces and alley setbacks for fences) were continued to the next meeting.

• Approved Downtown Design Review for exterior change at 737 W. Main Street (4-3)
• Approved Downtown Design Review for wall sign and exterior change at 728 W. Main Street (7-0)
• Approved Conditional Use Permit for Commercial Indoor Lodging at 827 Dodge Street (7-0)
• Approved Planned Development for Topsy Turvy Brewery expansion at 727 Geneva Street (7-0)
• Continued zoning code amendment on parking on paved surfaces to next meeting (7-0)
• Continued zoning code amendment on alley setbacks for fences to next meeting (7-0)
• Approved General Development Plan for Bloomfield Holdings single-family development (6-1)
• Approved Preliminary Plat for Bloomfield Holdings single-family development (6-1)

Hillmoor Commission

The Hillmoor Commission will meet to discuss the March 8 site tour, review natural land use zones, and hear an overview of the former Ad Hoc Committee's work. They will also plan activities for 2025-2026. No official Council action will be taken.

• Discussion of March 8, 2025 partial Hillmoor site tour
• Presentation on Hillmoor natural land use zones
• Overview of former Hillmoor Ad Hoc Committee's work
• Planning for 2025-2026 commission activities
• Special public input meeting scheduled for April 2, 2025

The Hillmoor Commission approved the minutes from its February 13 and March 6, 2025 meetings unanimously. Members discussed a site tour and heard presentations on natural land use zones, prior committee work, and planned activities for 2025-2026, including grant work and public engagement. No substantive decisions were made beyond approving the minutes.

• Approved minutes from Feb 13 and Mar 6, 2025 meetings (unanimous)
• Discussed March 8 site tour observations
• Heard presentation on Hillmoor natural land use zones
• Reviewed former Ad Hoc Committee summary for reference
• Discussed 2025-2026 planned activities including Knowles Nelson grant work

Library Board

The Lake Geneva Public Library Finance, Building, & Grounds Committee will meet to review and approve previous invoices and expenses, hear a building and grounds report, review investments and donations, and begin capital budget planning for 2027-2029. The meeting is open to the public and will also include approval of previous meeting minutes.

• Review and approval of previous invoices/expenses
• Building and grounds report
• Investments and donations report
• Capital budget planning for 2027-2029

The Finance, Building, & Grounds Committee of the Lake Geneva Public Library Board met on March 13, 2025, and approved a motion to recommend board approval of $92,959.62 in previous month expenses. The committee also approved the previous meeting minutes and discussed building maintenance projects, including dumpster enclosure replacement and concrete repair. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved previous meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Recommended board approval of $92,959.62 in expenses (unanimous)
• Moved journal entry from #52110 to #54110 for youth materials

Library Board

The Lake Geneva Public Library Board is holding its regular monthly meeting. The board will review and approve previous meeting minutes and monthly invoices, hear reports on building and grounds, investments/donations, and capital project planning, and receive updates from the library director, committees, and liaisons to the city and school board.

• Review and approval of previous month's invoices
• Building and grounds report
• Investment / donations report
• Capital project planning
• Director's report on usage, stats, staff, events, and projects

The Lake Geneva Public Library Board approved $92,959.62 in previous month's invoices and the previous meeting minutes, both unanimously. The board also heard reports on building repairs, the fully funded SMR project, and upcoming events. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved $92,959.62 in previous month's invoices (unanimous)
• Approved previous meeting minutes (unanimous)

Tree Board

The Lake Geneva Tree Board is meeting to discuss city tree care, including a potential partnership with the BID for downtown tree safety, and to consider naming a 2025 Arbor Day honoree. They will also review the Arbor Foundation and Tree City designation, discuss bird flu, and comment on a proposed Park Director job description.

• Discussion on partnering with BID for downtown tree safety
• Discussion on Arbor Foundation and Tree City designation
• Discussion/Action on naming 2025 Arbor Day honoree
• Discussion on bird flu
• Review and comments on proposed Park Director job description

The Lake Geneva Tree Board met and unanimously approved the previous meeting's minutes. Discussions covered downtown tree protection ideas, an Arbor Day honoree, bird flu awareness, and the new parks manager position, but no substantive decisions were made beyond the minutes approval.

• Approved previous meeting minutes (unanimous)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Lake Geneva Historic Preservation Commission is meeting to discuss and review various items, including updates on building projects, landmark nominations, and upcoming events. The agenda includes discussions on the potential demolition of the Baker House, the status of the Hillmoor Archaeological Site Survey, and the creation of a new Local Historic Landmark Application Form. The commission will also consider a memorial for Patrick Quinn and nominations to fill his position.

• Update on remodeling of Edie Boutique building at 737 W. Main Street and Eduard Babayev's New House at 833 Wisconsin Street
• Discussion on potential demolition of the Baker House
• Update on Hillmoor Archaeological Site Survey and grant status
• Discussion on creation of new Local Historic Landmark Application Form and nominations for Lake Geneva Public Library and The Riviera
• Review of Historic Plaque Program applications and plaque cost of $258.48 each

The Lake Geneva Historic Preservation Commission discussed efforts to prevent demolition of the Baker House by pursuing local landmark status, and approved a motion based on Dan Draper's recommendations. The commission also discussed a potential memorial for former member Patrick Quinn, who passed away, and reviewed updates on various historic sites and projects. No final approvals were made by the City Council on several items, including the Baker House demolition and the Lake Geneva City Survey.

• Approved motion on Dan Draper's recommendations to pursue landmark status for Baker House to prevent demolition
• Discussed nominating Lake Geneva Public Library and Riviera as Local Historic Landmarks
• Discussed memorial for Patrick Quinn, possibly involving Three Graces statue restoration

Piers, Harbors, and Lakefront Committee

The Piers, Harbors, and Lakefront Committee will discuss the Lagoon Dredging project, including Task Order #42 from Kapur and pier bids, and set priorities for the Lagoon. They will also review a report and invoice from GLEA and comment on a proposed Park Director job description. No official Council action will be taken.

• Discussion of Task Order #42 from Kapur for Lagoon Dredging
• Discussion/recommendation on Lagoon pier bids
• Discussion/recommendation on Lagoon priorities
• Review of GLEA report and invoice
• Comments on proposed Park Director job description

Avian Committee

The Lake Geneva Avian Committee is meeting to discuss routine updates and projects, including a budget review, the Bird City application status, and the Birding Backpacks Project. They will also review and comment on a proposed Park Director job description. The meeting includes public comments limited to agenda items.

• Budget update and 2025 financial review
• Bird City application status
• Birding Backpacks Project
• Purple Martin House updates
• Review and comments on proposed Park Director job description

The Avian Committee approved $50 honorariums for three speakers at the April 1 'Tuesday@2' program, filed its Bird City application, and discussed updates on EV chargers, a river walk, and a proposed Park Director position. No major policy decisions were made; most items were updates or planning discussions.

• Approved $50 honorarium for each of three Tuesday@2 speakers (motion by Ross, seconded by Rodriguez, passed)
• Approved minutes from February 11 meeting (motion by Rodriguez, seconded by Ross, passed)
• Filed Bird City application (noted by Ross and McConnell)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:15 p.m. (motion by Ross, seconded by McConnell, passed)

Tourism Commission

The Lake Geneva Tourism Commission will discuss and potentially act on tourism promotional grant requests for the Wee Whiskey Fest, Wisconsin Cheese Festival, and Lake Geneva Taco Fest 2025. The commission will also receive updates on promotional activities, hotel performance, room tax collections, and the budget, plus review final evaluations from a past grant recipient.

• Grant request: Wee Whiskey Fest (Geneva Lakes Whiskey Club)
• Grant request: Wisconsin Cheese Festival (Lake Geneva House of Music and Adams Publishing Group) — continued from Feb. 10
• Grant request: Lake Geneva Taco Fest 2025 (Lake Geneva House of Music and Adams Publishing Group) — continued from Feb. 10
• Final event evaluation: Lake Geneva Winter Bridal Expo
• Financial update on room tax dollars collected, budget, disbursements, and unpaid tourism grants

The Lake Geneva Tourism Commission approved a $20,000 grant for Wee Whiskey Fest and a $10,000 grant for the Wisconsin Cheese Festival, both unanimously. The Taco Fest grant was continued to the May meeting. The commission also discussed developing criteria for events held outside city limits.

• Approved $20,000 grant for Wee Whiskey Fest (unanimous)
• Approved $10,000 grant for Wisconsin Cheese Festival (unanimous)
• Continued Taco Fest grant to May meeting
• Approved February 10, 2025 minutes (unanimous)

Common Council

The Lake Geneva Common Council will meet to approve minutes, act on finance committee recommendations including liquor licenses and contracts, and discuss a new parking ordinance for North Street. The meeting also includes a closed session on police and fire department agreements.

• First reading of Ordinance 25-01 to amend parking rules on North Street
• Approval of $193,755 in pre-paid checks and $271,973.84 in regular checks
• Granting a Class B liquor license to Guac Star LLC at 120 & 122 Broad St for $216,955 purchase of a new wheel loader
• Approval of a 10-year roadway agreement with Linn Township for Willow Rd and Wilmot Blvd
• Closed session to discuss Police Department Sergeant contracts and fire department service agreements

The Common Council approved Ordinance 25-01 amending parking regulations on North St., despite a failed motion to refer it to Public Works for policy development. The council also granted a Reserve Class B liquor license to Guac Star LLC at 120 & 122 Broad St., approved a landscaping maintenance contract with Breezy Hill Nursery Inc., and authorized the purchase of a new wheel loader for $216,955.00. Additionally, the council approved police sergeant contracts and a fire service agreement with the Town of Linn in closed session.

• Approved Ordinance 25-01 amending parking regulations on North St. (6-2)
• Granted Reserve Class B liquor license to Guac Star LLC at 120 & 122 Broad St.
• Approved landscaping maintenance agreement with Breezy Hill Nursery Inc. for 2025-2027
• Approved purchase of new wheel loader for $216,955.00
• Approved roadway agreement with Linn Township for Willow Rd and Wilmot Blvd (10-year term)
• Approved police department sergeant contracts (unanimous)
• Approved fire service agreement with Town of Linn (unanimous)
• Approved mayoral appointment of Ald. Hoiland as Police and Fire Commission liaison (7-1)

Hillmoor Commission

The Hillmoor Commission is holding a special meeting to discuss and approve proposed revisions to the 2024 Knowles Nelson Grant application. This is a discussion and approval item, not a final Council action, though a quorum of the Council may be present.

• Discussion and approval of proposed revisions to the 2024 Knowles Nelson Grant application

The Hillmoor Commission approved a revised Knowles-Nelson grant application, selecting option four as recommended by consultant Michael Krajovic. The revision reallocates funds originally planned for benches and tables to trails and plantings. The motion passed by voice vote.

• Approved revised Knowles-Nelson grant application (option four) with reallocation of bench/table funds to trails and plantings (voice vote)

Police and Fire Commission

The Lake Geneva Police and Fire Commission will discuss and vote on routine items including bill approvals, officer hiring and probation completions, and donations. They will also discuss a CAD consolidation with Walworth County, emergency vehicle preemption devices, and schedule a workshop for an operational assessment. The meeting includes closed sessions to discuss a school resource officer agreement, a fire service agreement with the Town of Linn, and the firefighters' contract.

• Approval of February 2025 police bills totaling $608,924.27
• Approval of February 2025 fire department bills totaling $295,461.39
• Accept $5,000 donation from Lake Geneva Business Improvement District for police and fire
• Confirm hiring of four Community Service Officers
• Purchase turn out gear washing machine for fire department, not to exceed $13,125.00

Business Improvement District (BID)

The Lake Geneva Business Improvement District board is meeting to handle routine business, including approving minutes, receiving city updates, hearing from VISIT Lake Geneva, and reviewing financial reports. The executive director will report on marketing, committee activities, and ongoing projects like the alleyway and Hwy 50 resurfacing. No major decisions are listed; the agenda is largely procedural and informational.

• Treasurer report: chart of accounts, budget vs actuals, pay bills
• Marketing report: website and social updates, Oktoberfest, spring initiatives
• Design committee: tree board meeting, alleyway project, RFP for benches
• Economic vitality: Hwy 50 resurfacing, parking, BID Connects, vacancy research
• Organization committee: executive committee and financial planning

The Lake Geneva Business Improvement District board met and approved the previous meeting's minutes. The board heard public comments from business owners about the proposed Oktoberfest relocation to Flat Iron Park, with concerns about impact on Broad Street businesses. The board also received reports on Winterfest, marketing metrics, and financials, including a $9,177.13 disbursement list. No formal decisions were made on the Oktoberfest location or other agenda items.

• Approved minutes from previous meeting (all in favor)
• Approved disbursements totaling $9,177.13 (reported in treasurer's report)
• Appointed Alexandria Binanti and Spyro Condos to Mayor's Task Force for Hwy 50 project
• Invited Roger Wolf to sit on Oktoberfest planning committee

Library Board

The Lake Geneva Library Board’s Finance, Building & Grounds Committee will meet to discuss an architect’s proposal for renovating the Smith Meeting Room, examine financing options, and explore fundraising opportunities. No formal decisions are scheduled.

• Review OPN architect project proposal for Smith Meeting Room renovation
• Review financing and fundraising for renovation

The Library Board's Finance, Building & Grounds Committee met and reviewed an architect's proposal for the Smith Meeting Room renovation. No decisions were made; funding discussions were deferred to the regular board meeting.

• Reviewed OPN architect proposal for Smith Meeting Room renovation (no action)
• Deferred funding discussion to regular board meeting

Finance, Licensing, and Regulation Committee

The Finance, Licensing, and Regulation Committee will discuss and recommend action on several items, including awarding a reserve Class B liquor license, approving a landscaping maintenance bid, and purchasing a new wheel loader. They will also review financial reports and consider a no-parking proposal on North Street. The meeting includes a closed session to discuss police sergeant contracts and a fire service agreement.

• Reserve Class B liquor license: Geneva Tap House (252 Broad St) or Guac Star (120 & 122 Broad St)
• Landscaping Maintenance Agreement bid for 2025-2027
• Purchase of new wheel loader for $216,955.00
• Proposed no parking on North Street (north side between Warren and Madison)
• Pre-paid checks: $193,755.00; regular checks: $271,973.84

The committee recommended approval of the Reserve Class B intoxicating liquor license to Guac Star LLC, after hearing from applicants and the Geneva Tap House. It also approved a no-parking zone on North Street, a wheel loader purchase, a landscaping bid, and a roadway agreement with Linn Township. The Sunday Morning Parking Program was continued to April 2, 2025, with placard expiration extended to May 1. Closed session items were handled: Police Department Sergeant contracts recommended for ratification, and Fire Department service agreement sent to Council without recommendation.

• Recommended Reserve Class B liquor license to Guac Star LLC (voice vote, all approved)
• Approved no parking on North Street north side between Warren and Madison (4-1)
• Approved purchase of wheel loader for $216,955.00 (voice vote)
• Approved landscaping maintenance bid for Breezy Hill (voice vote)
• Approved roadway agreement with Linn Township for Willow Rd and Wilmot Blvd, 10-year term (voice vote)
• Continued Sunday Morning Parking Program to April 2, 2025; extended placard expiration to May 1, 2025 (voice vote)
• Recommended Police Department Sergeant contracts to Council for ratification (voice vote)
• Sent Fire Department service agreement to Council without recommendation (voice vote)

Personnel Committee

The Personnel Committee approved an updated Parks Director job description with additions, including a sustainable park plan and website management. It also approved a process for department heads to review their own job descriptions. The committee continued discussions on organizational chart updates and a city ordinance change to the next meeting.

• Approved Parks Director job description with additions (voice vote)
• Approved staff review of job descriptions for Finance, Public Works, Police, Fire, Utility, and Library Directors (voice vote)
• Continued organizational chart updates to April 7, 2025 (voice vote)
• Continued City Ordinance Sec. 2-49(3) changes to April 7, 2025 (voice vote)

Committee of the Whole

The Lake Geneva Committee of the Whole is meeting to hear a presentation on the Lake Geneva Joint #1 School District's operational referendum, along with reports from standing committees and city representatives. No official action will be taken at this meeting.

• Presentation on Operational Referendum by Lake Geneva Joint #1 School District
• Reports from Finance, Personnel, Public Works, and Piers/Harbor/Lakefront committees
• Reports from boards including Utility Commission, Plan Commission, and Police and Fire Commission
• Reports from representatives to VISIT Lake Geneva, Geneva Lake Museum, and other external bodies

Library Board

The Lake Geneva Public Library Board is holding a special meeting with a single substantive item: a motion to enter closed session to discuss employment, promotion, compensation, or performance evaluation of a public employee. The board will then return to open session to take any action on items discussed. No other business is listed.

• Closed session under Wisconsin Statutes 19.85(1)(c) for employee matters
• Return to open session per Wisconsin Statutes 19.85(2) for possible action

Public Works Committee

The Lake Geneva Public Works Committee will discuss and make recommendations on several infrastructure items, including updates to EV charging stations, citywide sidewalk evaluation priorities, and the purchase of a new wheel loader for the Department of Public Works using the Equipment Replacement Fund, which has a balance of $270,000. Other topics include parking on North Street, brush drop-off, a traffic signal maintenance contract, native planting, Main Street potholes, a roadway agreement with Linn Township, and pedestrian crossing improvements at Broad and Dodge Street. No official Council action will be taken; the committee only discusses and recommends.

• Purchase of new wheel loader for DPW from Equipment Replacement Fund (balance $270,000)
• 2025 Traffic Signal Maintenance Contract
• Citywide Sidewalk Evaluation Phase 2 priorities
• Roadway agreement with Linn Township for Willow Rd and Willow Blvd
• Pedestrian crossing improvements at Broad and Dodge Street

Common Council

The Lake Geneva Common Council will consider adopting Resolution 24-R07, which formalizes previously approved changes to the city's fee schedule for Building & Zoning and Cemetery fees. The council will also review and act on Finance Committee recommendations, including approval of check reports and a public event permit for a YMCA 5k run/walk. Several consent agenda items cover event and street use permits, plus a new beer/wine license application.

• Resolution 24-R07 adopting fee schedule changes for Building & Zoning and Cemetery fees
• Pre-paid checks: $223,199.24; Regular checks: $132,471.48
• Public Event Permit for Geneva Lakes Family YMCA Sprint for Spring 5k on April 26, 2025
• Public Event Permits for Alzheimer's Association Walk (Sept 20) and Jaycee Easter Egg Hunt (April 19)
• Street Use Permit for Badger High School Graduation on June 8, 2025

Police and Fire Commission

The Lake Geneva Police and Fire Commission is holding a special workshop to discuss a Police and Fire Operational Study conducted by Public Administration Associates, LLC. No formal action will be taken at this meeting; it is for discussion and information gathering only.

• Discussion of Police and Fire Operational Study by Public Administration Associates, LLC
• Special workshop format, no action expected
• Possible quorum of City Council present for information only

The Police and Fire Commission held a workshop to discuss the Police and Fire Operational Study by Public Administration Associates, LLC, focusing on personnel needs. Fire Chief Peters stated the Fire Department's staffing needs are immediate, while Police Chief Gritzner indicated the Police Department's needs are not immediate, depending on calls for service, strategic planning, and a possible consolidated communication center. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was informational and adjourned.

• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

Geneva Lake Environmental Agency

The Geneva Lake Environmental Agency board will meet to approve minutes, review January 2025 financial reports, and take possible action on a director position, a City of Lake Geneva MST testing invoice, annual mailing list costs, and an IRS payment/refund. Municipal updates from local governments will also be presented.

• Approve minutes from January 30 and February 5, 2025 sessions
• Action on January 2025 income statement and balance sheet
• City of Lake Geneva MST Testing Invoice 2024
• Annual mailing list cost
• IRS 2024 1st quarter payment/refund

Finance, Licensing, and Regulation Committee

The Finance, Licensing, and Regulation Committee will discuss and recommend approvals for multiple public event permits, a new beer/wine license application, and a field-use agreement with the Geneva Lakes Family YMCA. The meeting will also include updates on local cable channel operations and a Sunday parking program, along with a presentation of city expenditures.

• Public Event Permit for Walk to End Alzheimer's (Sept 20, 2025)
• Public Event Permit for Sprint for Spring 5k (Apr 26, 2025)
• Public Event Permit for Jaycee Easter Egg Hunt (Apr 19, 2025)
• Street Use Permit for Badger High School Graduation (Jun 8, 2025)
• Original Class B beer/Class C wine license application for Creative Forces Art Studio LG

The Finance, Licensing, and Regulation Committee approved several public event permits, a street use permit, and a liquor license application. It also approved payments totaling $355,670.72 and tabled the Sunday Morning Parking Program for further data collection.

• Approved Alzheimer's Association Walk to End Alzheimer's permit (voice vote)
• Approved YMCA Sprint for Spring 5k permit (voice vote)
• Approved Jaycee Easter Egg Hunt permit (voice vote)
• Approved Badger High School graduation street use permit (voice vote)
• Approved Verdico LLC Class B Beer/Class C Wine license (voice vote)
• Approved sending YMCA Veterans Park field agreement to Park Board (voice vote)
• Tabled Sunday Morning Parking Program for written data plan (voice vote)
• Approved pre-paid checks $223,199.24 and regular checks $132,471.48 (voice votes)

Library Board

The Lake Geneva Public Library Board is meeting to plan the library's 130th anniversary. The agenda includes updates on programs, public relations, and other activities from staff and board members. This is a planning meeting, not a regular board meeting with major decisions.

• Project update on 130th anniversary programs and PR
• Discussion of other anniversary activities by Friends and Board

Board of Park Commissioners

The Board of Park Commissioners is meeting to review and discuss previous playground options from Lee and Kompan, and may take action to make final selections and stipulate playground requirements for a Request for Proposals (RFP). The agenda also includes discussions of Tree Board and Avian minutes, and public comments are limited to agenda items.

• Review and discussion of previous playground options from Lee and Kompan
• Discussion/Action to make final selections and playground requirements for RFP
• Discussion of Tree Board Minutes
• Discussion of Avian Minutes
• Approval of Park Board Minutes from January 21, 2025

The Board of Park Commissioners approved the playground equipment selections discussed to be included in the Request for Proposals (RFP), approved the adult fitness location at Vet's Park, and approved presenting adult fitness equipment possibilities for AARP grant applications through Friends of Hillmoor. The meeting also included discussions on tree planting, avian programs, and public comments.

• Approved playground selections to be included in the RFP (motion carried)
• Approved adult fitness location at Vet's Park (motion carried)
• Approved presenting adult fitness equipment possibilities for AARP grant applications through Friends of Hillmoor (motion carried)

Plan Commission

The Lake Geneva Plan Commission will consider two downtown design review applications for exterior changes and signage, and hold a conceptual review of a proposed development at Covenant Harbor Bible Camp to replace a dining hall and add an open-air pavilion. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and public comments.

• Downtown Design Review for exterior change at 737 W. Main Street (Tax Key ZOP 00273)
• Downtown Design Review for signage at 647 Main Street (Tax Key ZOP 00287)
• Conceptual review of Covenant Harbor Bible Camp development at 1724 W. Main Street (Tax Keys ZYUP 00095, ZYUP 00096, ZYUP 00096A, ZA254600001)

The Lake Geneva Plan Commission approved a Downtown Design Review for exterior signage at 647 W. Main Street (6-0) and continued a design review for exterior changes at 737 W. Main Street (4-2) to request a revised rendering. A conceptual review for a dining hall replacement and pavilion at Covenant Harbor Bible Camp was presented with no action taken.

• Approved Downtown Design Review for signage at 647 W. Main Street (6-0)
• Continued Downtown Design Review for exterior changes at 737 W. Main Street (4-2)
• Approved minutes of November 19, 2024 and December 16, 2024 (6-0)

Utility Commission

The Lake Geneva Utility Commission is meeting to discuss and potentially approve several equipment replacements and a professional services contract. Items include replacing a VFD at the water treatment plant, a scum pump and televising camera at the wastewater plant, and a copier, plus a proposal for the Center Street Tower Painting Project. The agenda also includes routine approvals of minutes, financials, and bills.

• Replacement of VFD 1A at the water treatment plant
• Proposal from Dixon Engineering for Center Street Tower Painting Project
• Replacement of scum pump #2 at the wastewater treatment plant
• Replacement of wastewater utility's televising camera
• Replacement of Utility Commission copier

Library Board

The Lake Geneva Public Library Board will hold its regular monthly meeting, covering routine business such as approving minutes, reviewing invoices, and receiving reports from the finance, building, and grounds committee, the president, and the library director. Public comment is limited to agenda items, with a maximum of five minutes per speaker.

• Review and approval of previous month's invoices
• Building and grounds report
• Investment / donations report
• Capital project planning
• Director's report on usage, stats, staff, events, and projects

Library Board

The Lake Geneva Public Library Finance, Building, & Grounds Committee will meet to review and approve previous invoices and expenses, receive building and grounds and investment/donation reports, and begin capital budget planning for 2027-2029. The meeting is open to the public.

• Review and approval of previous invoices/expenses
• Building & grounds report
• Investments / donations report
• Capital budget planning (2027-29)

Hillmoor Commission

The Hillmoor Commission holds an informational meeting to discuss the Hillmoor property’s recent history, archaeological study, and planning process. No official decisions will be made, but presentations and discussions will shape future Hillmoor-related actions.

• Review of Hillmoor Commission City Ordinance
• Presentation on Hillmoor property history by Michael Krajovic
• Presentation on Hillmoor Archeological Study by Paula Porubcan
• Review of Hillmoor Topographical Map
• Discussion on Hillmoor Vision and Major Objectives

Historic Preservation Commission

The Lake Geneva Historic Preservation Commission will review minutes, hear public comments, and receive updates on local historic sites and events. Key discussions include potential changes to the Historic Preservation Ordinance, new landmark applications for the Public Library and The Riviera, and the status of the Baker House demolition and a new house at 833 Wisconsin Street. The commission will also consider a memorial for Patrick Quinn and filling his vacancy, as well as the repair or replacement of the Three Graces statue.

• Discussion of potential demolition of the Baker House
• Update on Eduard Babayev's new house at 833 Wisconsin Street
• Discussion of updates to Chapter 34 Historic Preservation Ordinance and new Local Historic Landmark Application Form
• Status of landmark nominations for Lake Geneva Public Library and The Riviera
• Discussion of repair/replacement of Three Graces statue, with funding update

Business Improvement District (BID)

The Lake Geneva Business Improvement District Board will hold a special meeting to receive updates from the president, city representative, VISIT Lake Geneva, treasurer, and executive director. The board will discuss and potentially take action on attending the Main Street America Annual Conference, an emergency succession plan, and Community Improvement Award nominations. This is a board meeting only; no City Council action will be taken.

• Discussion/action on Main Street America Annual Conference attendance
• Discussion/action on Emergency Succession Plan (continued from January)
• Community Improvement Awards nominations
• Treasurer report: chart of accounts, budget vs actuals, pay bills
• Committee updates: Oktoberfest, Alleyway Project, Hwy 50 Resurfacing, parking

The Lake Geneva BID board approved interim officer appointments, with Elizabeth Tumas moving to Interim President and Anthony Silvestri as Interim Vice President, while leaving the mayoral seat vacant. The board also approved a $1,867 budget for Main Street Now conference attendance. An emergency succession plan was discussed but tabled for redrafting until March.

• Approved interim officer appointments: Tumas as Interim President, Silvestri as Interim Vice President (all approved)
• Approved $1,867 for Main Street Now conference expenses (all approved)
• Tabled emergency succession plan for redrafting, continued to March
• Approved minutes from last meeting (all approved)

Avian Committee

The Avian Committee is meeting to discuss updates on the Bird City application, the Birding Backpacks Project, and climate-related topics including World Migratory Bird Day, EV chargers, and Dark Skies. They will also review the budget and 2025 financials, and consider wording for bird-safe and dark sky ordinances for new and renovated buildings.

• Budget update and 2025 financial review
• Bird City application status
• Birding Backpacks Project update
• Discussion of bird-safe and dark sky ordinance wording for building and zoning
• World Migratory Bird Day activities and EV chargers in Lake Geneva