Marinette public meetings in 2023

Personnel & License Committee

The Personnel and License Committee reviewed and recommended approval of 2024 pay increases (5% for hourly employees, 4% for pay-for-performance employees) and approved several license renewals and new licenses, including mobile home parks, sign erectors, secondhand dealers, a temporary alcohol license, and seven new operator licenses. All items are recommendations to the Common Council.

• Recommended 5% pay increase for hourly employees and 4% for pay-for-performance employees for 2024
• Approved 2024 mobile home park licenses for Country Meadows I & II, Golden Sand Mobile Home Court, and Cramer's Mobile Home Park
• Granted sign erector licenses to Quick Signs, Apollo Imaging LLC, Boyle Design Group, and Tim's Lighting Co dba TLC Sign, Inc.
• Approved secondhand jewelry/article licenses for Robert S. Francois dba Feldstein's & Midwest Gold Buyers
• Recommended conditional operator licenses for 7 new applicants, including one contingent on paying fines owed to the city

Finance & Insurance Committee

The Finance & Insurance Committee will consider and possibly recommend writing off housing rehab loans that have been sent to collections and are uncollectible. They will also review and approve November 2023 expenditures and budget reports, and consider budget amendments and transfers.

• Consideration of writing off housing rehab loans sent to collections and uncollectible
• Approval of November 2023 expenditures
• Approval of November budget reports
• Consideration of budget amendments and transfers
• Consideration of designated funds

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will discuss and possibly recommend to the Common Council the award of a $4,565,873.20 contract to Advance Construction, Inc. for the Ludington and Wells Street downtown area improvements. They will also receive updates on the Ely Street Parking Lot and Edwin Street reconstruction projects, and discuss safety issues and a traffic count proposal for the Ella Court railroad crossing.

• Low bid of $4,565,873.20 from Advance Construction, Inc. for Ludington and Wells Street improvements
• Update on Ely Street Parking Lot Project by AYRES Associates
• Update on Edwin Street Reconstruction Project
• Discussion of safety issues at Ella Court railroad crossing identified by the Office of the Commissioner of Railroads
• Possible recommendation to approve professional services agreement with GRAEF for traffic count on Ella Court

Joint Review Board

The Joint Review Board will consider approving an amended project plan for Tax Incremental District No. 13, which includes new estimated costs for EV charging stations and a traffic signal/pedestrian walkway. The board will also review annual reports and the status of the city's active tax incremental districts as required by state law.

• Resolution approving amended project plan for TID 13
• Amendment adds $50,000 for EV charging stations and $250,000 for traffic signal/pedestrian walkway
• Review of annual PE-300 reports and district performance
• Resolution acknowledging filing of annual reports and compliance with annual meeting requirement

Common Council

The Common Council will review bid results for the Ludington Street Reconstruction Project and a traffic study for Ella Ct. Members will also consider a development agreement with Midland Management and street opening permits for PFAS groundwater sampling.

• Recommendation to award Ludington Street Reconstruction contract to Advance Construction, Inc. for $4,565,873.20
• Traffic Study for Ella Ct
• Street opening permit applications from WSP for PFAS groundwater sampling
• Development agreement with Midland Management

Parks & Recreation Committee

The Parks and Recreation Committee will review reports from department heads and consider possible actions on Division St. Park and the Civic Center skate park. The agenda also includes an update on the Pickleball Association fundraiser and planning for the January agenda.

• Discussion and possible action on Division St. Park
• Discussion and possible action on Civic Center skate park
• Update on Pickleball Association fundraiser
• Reports from Recreation, Public Works, and Marketing directors
• Approve minutes of November 13, 2023

Public Safety & Code Enforcement Committee

The Public Safety and Code Enforcement Committee will review November activity reports from police, fire, building inspection, and animal control, and take possible action on raze and removal orders for 503 Terrace and 1818 Thomas Street. They will also discuss a Fire Department request to buy a fire extinguisher simulator using 2% dues money and receive an update on code enforcement properties.

• Raze and removal order for 503 Terrace
• Raze and removal order for 1818 Thomas Street
• Fire Department request to purchase fire extinguisher simulator with 2% dues money
• Review of November activity reports from Police, Fire, Building Inspector, and Animal Control
• Update on code enforcement list properties

Water Utility & Wastewater Commission

The meeting scheduled for December 18, 2023, was cancelled due to a lack of agenda items. The next regular meeting is scheduled for January 15, 2024.

Civic Affairs, Traffic & Lights & Cemetery

The Civic Affairs, Cemetery, Traffic & Lights Committee will meet to discuss and possibly act on two requests for permits to park on tree lawns, and a petition for a streetlight at Hattie and Taylor Streets. The agenda also includes approval of the previous meeting's minutes.

• Permit to Park on Tree Lawn for Terry and Lisa Carr, 1173 Parnell St.
• Permit to Park on Tree Lawn for Katherine and Gary O'Reilly, 309 Carney Blvd.
• Petition for a streetlight at the intersection of Hattie and Taylor Streets.

Joint Review Board

The Joint Review Board is meeting to organize itself and review a draft project plan amendment for Tax Incremental District No. 13, which would increase estimated project costs by approximately $2,025,000. The board will appoint a chair and public member, and set a future meeting date to consider approval. A public hearing on the amendment is also scheduled for the same day.

• Amendment increases TID 13 project costs by about $2,025,000
• Includes $500K for public infrastructure, $1.5M for incentives, $25K for professional services
• District boundaries unchanged; 33.52-acre rehabilitation/conservation district
• Public hearing before Plan Commission at 3:30 PM same day
• JRB approval must occur within 45 days of Common Council resolution

Planning Commission

The Marinette Plan Commission will hold a public hearing and consider a resolution to amend the Project Plan for Tax Incremental District No. 13. They will also discuss a site plan for a Conex box behind Andy's Auto Repair, review the status of uncompleted parking lots, and handle routine items like approving minutes.

• Public hearing on proposed amendment to Project Plan of Tax Incremental District No. 13
• Resolution approving amendment to TID No. 13 project plan
• Site plan for Conex box at Andy's Auto Repair, 1368 Main Street
• Update on uncompleted parking lots approved by Plan Commission
• Approve minutes of November 1, 2023 regular meeting

Common Council

The Common Council will meet to discuss potential actions regarding the Garfield School and Armory buildings. The body will also consider recommendations for 2024 pay increases and various business licenses.

• Discussion and possible action regarding Garfield School Building and Armory Building
• Recommendation for 2024 pay increases
• Bid results for Police Department towing (Rite-Way Towing bid $65 per vehicle up to 10,000 GVW)
• Ordinance No. 2518 amending MMC 10.0207 & 10.0209 pertaining to bicycles
• Resolution No. 27-2023 amending the Project Plan of Tax Incremental District No. 13

Common Council

The Common Council will hold a public hearing and special meeting to approve the CY 2024 operational budget and tax levy. The body will also consider a closed session regarding Aqueous Film Forming Foams product liability litigation.

• Proposed total tax levy of $18,098,181.66
• General Fund tax levy of $6,371,215.00
• TIF Districts 6-14 tax levy of $1,980,439.87
• Resolution No. 26-2023 for adoption of the 2024 budget
• Closed session regarding DuPont and 3M Class Action Settlements

Room Tax Commission

The Room Tax Commission will meet to discuss and potentially take action on the Calendar Year 2024 budget. The meeting also includes an update on marketing and tourism.

• Discussion and possible action on Room Tax CY24 Budget
• Marketing and Tourism update from Shawn Katzbeck
• Approval of August 3, 2023 meeting minutes

Personnel & License Committee

The Personnel and License Committee voted to recommend the Common Council post a job for an in-house City Attorney, after reviewing wage comparisons with contracted legal services. The committee also approved a sign erector license for Nolan Sign Company LLC, a temporary beer license for the Menominee Old World Christmas Market, a successor agent for Kwik Trip #577, a new alcohol license for Family Dollar Store #26027, and seven new operator licenses. All recommendations are forwarded to the Common Council for final approval.

• Recommended posting for an in-house City Attorney position
• Granted annual sign erector license to Nolan Sign Company LLC for 2023
• Recommended temporary Class B beer license for Menominee Old World Christmas Market at 2501 Pierce Avenue on Nov 17-18, 2023
• Recommended original Class A beer and liquor license for Family Dollar Store #26027 at 1607 Marinette Ave
• Recommended seven new operator licenses for Kirsten J. Burmeister, Cassandra L. Danhauer, Kenneth L. King, Kelly J. Lowis, Jill L. Martinez, Chelsea T. Spegel, and Maureen E. Thill

Finance & Insurance Committee

The Finance & Insurance Committee is meeting to approve October 2023 expenditures and budget reports, hear the Finance Director's report, and set the next agenda. The agenda is routine and procedural, with no major policy decisions listed.

• Approval of October 2023 expenditures
• Approval of October budget reports
• Approval of November 2, 2023 special meeting minutes
• Finance Director's report

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works meeting scheduled for November 14, 2023 has been cancelled. The next regular meeting will be held on December 19, 2023.

Parks & Recreation Committee

The Parks and Recreation Committee will discuss and possibly act on hiring Parkitecture + Planning for design development of a splash pad at Higley Park, with a proposed fee of $31,248. The agenda also includes routine reports from department heads and consideration of items for the December agenda.

• Discussion and possible action on splash pad design development contract with Parkitecture + Planning ($31,248)
• Reports from Executive Director of Recreation & Events, Recreation Superintendent, Public Works Superintendent, and Marketing & Tourism Director
• Approval of October 16, 2023 meeting minutes
• Consideration of items for December agenda

Public Safety & Code Enforcement Committee

The Public Safety and Code Enforcement Committee will review October activity reports from the police, fire, building inspector/assessor, and animal control/code enforcement departments. They will also discuss and possibly recommend changes to ordinance 10.0200 regarding bicycles and skateboards. The meeting is a regular monthly session with routine agenda items.

• Review of Police Department activity reports for October
• Review of Fire Department activity reports for October
• Review of Building Inspector/Assessor's Department reports for October
• Animal Control/Code Enforcement Officer's reports for October
• Discussion and possible recommendation on ordinance 10.0200 Bicycles and Skateboards

Civic Affairs, Traffic & Lights & Cemetery

The Civic Affairs, Cemetery, Traffic & Lights Committee will meet to discuss and possibly act on a permit request for parking on tree lawns and reinstalling a light element in a street light. The agenda also includes approving the previous meeting's minutes.

• Permit to Park on Tree Lawns request from Noel Forgette, 1449 Sherman St.
• Reinstalling light element into street light 46 HH38 on Edwin St.
• Approval of October 16, 2023 meeting minutes

Water Utility & Wastewater Commission

The Water and Wastewater Utility Commissions are meeting jointly to review October 2023 invoices and discuss the 2024 budgets for both utilities. The meeting includes reports on water loss, emergency contracts, and wastewater grants.

• Discussion and possible action on the 2024 Water Utility budget
• Discussion and possible action on the 2024 Wastewater Utility budget
• Review of Water Utility invoices paid October 1, 2023-October 31, 2023
• Review of Wastewater Utility invoices paid October 1, 2023-October 31, 2023
• Operations Manager report on water loss, emergency contracts, and wastewater grants

Harbor Commission

The Marinette Harbor Commission is meeting to discuss and possibly recommend action on the NCRF proposal, Menekaunee Harbor and South Channel monitoring/maintenance plans, a habitat structure survey, and signage. The commission may make a recommendation to the Common Council on the NCRF proposal. The agenda also includes routine items like approving minutes and recapping a September tour.

• Discussion and possible recommendation to Common Council on NCRF Proposal
• Discussion and possible action on Menekaunee Harbor & South Channel Monitoring/Maintenance Plans
• Discussion and possible action on Habitat Structure Survey with DNR
• Discussion and possible action on Signage with WI DNR

Board of Public Works

The Marinette Common Council will consider several recommendations from committees, including resolutions on the 2024 Shared-Ride Taxi Program and a road jurisdiction transfer. It will also discuss extending an offer to purchase the former BAMC property and approving a professional services agreement for a parks plan update.

• Resolution 23-2023: Approve up to $91,860 for 2024 Shared-Ride Taxi local deficit
• Resolution 24-2023: Transfer 1,498 feet of County Trunk Highway BB (University Drive) to city
• Professional services agreement with Ayres Associates for Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan update
• Cemetery crypt and grave space sell-backs: $4,314 and $720
• Alcohol license applications: Family Dollar (Class A beer/liquor), Kwik Trip successor agent, temporary Christmas market permit

Common Council

The Common Council will discuss a budget for the 2024 Shared-Ride Taxi Program and the transfer of a portion of County Trunk Highway BB to the city. The body will also review liquor license applications and a professional services agreement for a parks recreation plan.

• Resolution No. 23-2023: Local operational deficit for 2024 Shared-Ride Taxi Program not to exceed $91,860
• Resolution No. 24-2023: Jurisdictional transfer of the easternmost 1,498 feet of County Trunk Highway BB (University Drive) to the City
• Professional Services Agreement with Ayres Associates to update the Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan (CORP)
• Alcohol beverage retail license application for Family Dollar Store #26027 at 1607 Marinette Ave
• Cemetery buy-back requests for Crypt #108 Level F ($4,314) and two grave spaces in Section E ($720)

Finance & Insurance Committee

The Marinette Finance & Insurance Committee is holding a special meeting to discuss the 2024 budget and possibly make a recommendation to the common council. The agenda also includes approval of the October 17 meeting minutes and a report from the Finance Director. This is a working session focused on the upcoming budget, with no other major action items listed.

• Discussion and possible recommendation to common council of the 2024 Budget
• Approval of October 17, 2023 meeting minutes
• Finance Director's report on budget status

Planning Commission

The Marinette Plan Commission will meet to discuss a site plan for an ADA-compliant ramp at 1919 Hall Avenue. The commission will also receive an update from Building Inspector Curt Demlow regarding uncompleted parking lots.

• Site plan for ADA-compliant rear customer access ramp at Macco’s Floor Covering Center, 1919 Hall Avenue
• Status update on uncompleted parking lots approved by the Plan Commission

Common Council

The Marinette Common Council will hold a special meeting to discuss and possibly adopt Ordinance No. 2518, which amends the city's ethical standards code (MMC 2.0500). The ordinance updates rules on conflicts of interest, gifts, disclosure, and complaint procedures, and adds a walking quorum prohibition. No other business is on the agenda.

• Discussion and possible action on Ordinance No. 2518 amending MMC 2.0500 on ethical standards
• Adds prohibition on 'walking quorum' to comply with open meetings law
• Sets complaint filing deadline of one year from discovery of alleged violation
• Allows fines up to $500 for violations, requiring 2/3 council vote
• Requires disclosure of financial interests in city contracts and legislation

Transportation Coordination Committee

The Transportation Coordination Committee will review the 2023 Shared-Ride Taxi status report and an update from the Bay Lakes Regional Planning Commission. The committee will also discuss recommendations regarding the program's budget and a resolution to cover a potential operational deficit.

• Review of Bay Lakes Regional Planning Commission update on comparable taxi programs
• Discussion and recommendation for the Shared-Ride Taxi, Inc. budget
• Resolution #888 regarding a city assurance of up to $82,000 for the 2024 Shared-Ride Taxi Program deficit

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Ordinance Board of Appeals will discuss and potentially take action on a variance application from Scott Haase for constructing a new garage with a 3' setback on Sherman Street.

• Variance Application: Scott Haase, 2211 Sherman St., to construct a new garage with a 3' setback

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Ordinance Board of Appeals will meet to discuss a variance application regarding building setbacks. The board will also review and approve minutes from the September 11, 2023, meeting.

• Variance request for a 20-foot building setback from the property line along the west frontage road of Parcel #251-00164.10
• Approval of September 11, 2023, meeting minutes

Planning Commission

The Marinette Plan Commission will discuss and possibly act on two site plans: a non-illuminated wall sign for Marinette Energy Services at 2205 Hall Avenue, and a parking lot resurfacing at KS Kolbenschmidt US, Inc., 1731 Industrial Parkway North, contingent on a stormwater plan. They will also receive an update on uncompleted parking lots previously approved and consider future agenda items.

• Site plan for non-illuminated exterior wall sign by Creative Sign Company for Marinette Energy Services at 2205 Hall Avenue
• Site plan for parking lot resurfacing by Northeast Asphalt, Inc. at KS Kolbenschmidt US, Inc., 1731 Industrial Parkway North, contingent on stormwater plan
• Update on uncompleted parking lots approved by the Plan Commission from Building Inspector Curt Demlow
• Approval of minutes from October 4, 2023 regular meeting

Personnel & License Committee

The Personnel and License Committee voted to recommend the Common Council approve a multi-year mayor's salary increase, a new building inspector contract with Home Touch LLC, and $50 stipends for special meetings. The committee also approved a temporary alcohol license for Saint Thomas Aquinas Academy and 11 new operator licenses.

• Mayor's salary recommended at $75,000 for 2024, $78,000 for 2025, and $80,000 for 2026
• Non-renewal of existing building inspector contract with Home Touch LLC and approval of new amended contract
• Alderperson stipends set at $50 for all regular and special annual meetings
• Temporary Class B alcohol license approved for Saint Thomas Aquinas Academy at 1200 Main St
• 11 new operator licenses recommended, contingent on Responsible Beverage Server training

Finance & Insurance Committee

The Finance & Insurance Committee will review and consider approval of September 2023 expenditures and budget reports, along with the Finance Director's report. This is a routine monthly meeting focused on financial oversight, with no major policy decisions on the agenda.

• Approval of September 2023 expenditures
• Approval of September budget reports
• Finance Director's report

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will discuss and possibly recommend to the Common Council a street use permit for the 2023 Christmas In Marinette Parade, bid results for no-lead gasoline, and a storm sewer repair contract. An update on the Edwin Street Reconstruction Project will also be provided.

• Street use permit for Christmas In Marinette Parade on Dec. 2, 2023, closing Main Street from Stanton to Liberty
• No-lead gasoline bid results: BP bid 15¢ per gallon discount, recommended for award
• Storm sewer repair contract (handout at meeting)
• Update on Edwin Street Reconstruction Project

Parks & Recreation Committee

The Parks and Recreation Committee is meeting to hear staff reports and discuss several park and recreation facility items. The committee will discuss Division St. Park, consider action on Duer Gym plans, and review a proposed update to the Board of Public Works policy on park facility reservations and rentals. The agenda also includes routine approval of minutes and consideration of items for the November agenda.

• Update and discussion regarding Division St. Park
• Discussion and possible action regarding Duer Gym plans
• Discussion and possible action regarding update to Board of Public Works Policy No. BPW 1.001: Park Facility Reservation/Rentals
• Approve minutes of September 18th, 2023
• Reports from Executive Director of Recreation & Events, Recreation Superintendent, Public Works Superintendent, and Marketing & Tourism Director

Public Safety & Code Enforcement Committee

The Public Safety and Code Enforcement Committee will review activity reports from the police, fire, building inspector/assessor, and animal control/code enforcement departments for August and September. They will also discuss and possibly take action on the city's bicycle ordinance. The meeting includes routine approval of prior minutes.

• Review of Police Department activity reports for August and September
• Review of Fire Department activity reports for August and September
• Review of Building Inspector/Assessor's Department reports for August and September
• Animal Control/Code Enforcement Officer's reports for August and September
• Discussion and possible action regarding the bicycle ordinance

Civic Affairs, Traffic & Lights & Cemetery

The Civic Affairs, Cemetery, Traffic & Lights Committee will meet to discuss potential cemetery plot sales and a street light issue. The committee may also take action on requests to sell back specific crypt and grave spaces.

• Sale of Crypt #108 Level F for $4,314.00
• Sale of two Forest Home Cemetery grave spaces (Section E, Block 56 Lot 1, Graves 5 & 7) for $720.00
• Discussion regarding the street light at 1129 Edwin Street

Water Utility & Wastewater Commission

The Marinette Water and Wastewater Utilities will hold a joint meeting to discuss a possible rate increase for wastewater services, review preliminary 2024 budgets for both utilities, and receive an update on a wastewater grant and water loss. The commission will also approve prior meeting minutes and hear a business manager report on past-due notices.

• Discussion and possible action regarding wastewater rate increase
• Review preliminary 2024 Water Utility budget
• Review preliminary 2024 Wastewater Utility budget
• Update on status of wastewater grant
• Water loss update

Harbor Commission

The Harbor Commission meeting scheduled for October 12, 2023, at 4:00 PM has been canceled. The cancellation is due to a lack of quorum.

Harbor Commission

The Marinette Harbor Commission is meeting to discuss and possibly take action on Menekaunee Harbor and South Channel monitoring/maintenance plans, a habitat structure survey, and signage, with DNR representative Mandy Mellinger present. The agenda also includes a recap of a September tour and approval of August minutes. Items are discussions with possible action, not final decisions.

• Discussion and possible action on Menekaunee Harbor & South Channel Monitoring/Maintenance Plans
• Discussion and possible action on Habitat Structure Survey (Mandy Mellinger, DNR)
• Discussion and possible action on Signage (Mandy Mellinger, WI DNR)
• Recap of September 12, 2023 tour (West, Mandy Mellinger, DNR)
• Approve minutes of August 10, 2023

Planning Commission

The Marinette Plan Commission will review and possibly act on six site plan applications, including illuminated signs, parking lot work, and a building addition. The commission will also get an update on uncompleted parking lots previously approved. All items are for discussion and possible action.

• Illuminated logo sign at 805 Ogden Street (MJB Signs)
• Illuminated logo sign at 2200 Pine Tree Road (MJB Signs)
• Asphalt removal/replacement at 3905 Hall Avenue (Peshtigo Asphalt for Rasner Holdings)
• Parking lot removal/replacement at 1113 First Street (Biehl LLC for Eastside Bar & Grill)
• Building addition at 2700 Industrial Parkway (Bayland Buildings for Johnson Controls)

Common Council

The Marinette Common Council will hold its regular meeting on October 3, 2023, preceded by special committee meetings. The council will consider recommendations on street opening permits, temporary alcohol licenses, budget reports, and several ordinances, including changes to zoning, dump fees, and elected official salaries. It will also act on resolutions related to borrowing and shared-ride taxi contracts.

• Street Opening Permit for Nicholas Sebero (Life Long Ink Tattoo Studio) for Oct 14 event
• Temporary Class 'B' beer license for Marinette Kiwanis Club event Nov 4 at 2501 Pierce Ave
• Temporary Class 'B' beer/wine license for Saint Thomas Aquinas Academy event Oct 14 at 1200 Main St
• Facade Improvement applications: 1919 Hall Ave ($375,160 est., up to $20,000 award) and 801 Wells St ($59,500 est., up to $10,000 award)
• Ordinance 2516 amending City Dump fee schedule

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will hold a routine meeting to approve the minutes from its September 11, 2023 session and discuss where to install the Meridian Plate at the Welcome Center. No formal decisions or public hearings are scheduled beyond these items.

• Approval of September 11, 2023 meeting minutes
• Discussion to plan Meridian Plate installation at the Welcome Center

Transportation Coordination Committee

The Transportation Coordination Committee will discuss the Shared-Ride Taxi, Inc. budget and a proposed annual rate increase. The committee will also consider a contract with Bay-Lake Regional Planning Commission for professional services.

• Discussion of Shared-Ride Taxi, Inc. budget
• Review of proposed 2024 annual rate of $40.20/hour
• Contract with Bay-Lake Regional Planning Commission not to exceed $5,000
• 2023 Shared-Ride Taxi status report

Planning Commission

The Marinette Plan Commission will discuss and possibly recommend amendments to zoning rules for multiple-family residential districts, and review site plans for signs and banners at local businesses and schools. The meeting includes routine approval of prior minutes and future agenda items.

• Amend MMC 13.1803 & 13.1805 for permitted and conditional uses in RM-2 Multiple-Family Residential District
• Site plan for non-illuminated wall sign at 2516 Biehl Avenue by Tim's Lighting Co dba TLC Sign, Inc.
• Site plan for banner at Marinette School District, 2139 Pierce Avenue by Boyle Design Group
• Site plan for sign packet at Marinette Middle School, 1011 Water Street by Boyle Design Group

Personnel & License Committee

The Personnel and License Committee voted to recommend the Common Council approve the mayor's salary for 2024, 2025, and 2026 as presented in a packet spreadsheet. They also discussed the possibility of creating a City Administrator position and will bring the item back to a future meeting after gathering more information. The committee approved a sign erector license for Meiers Signs, Inc., a temporary alcohol license for the Marinette Menominee Youth Hockey Association, and five of six operator licenses.

• Recommended approval of mayor's salary for 2024, 2025, and 2026 (amount not specified in minutes)
• Discussed creating a City Administrator position; no action taken, will revisit
• Granted annual sign erector license to Meiers Signs, Inc.
• Recommended approval of Temporary Class B alcohol license for Marinette Menominee Youth Hockey Association for events Sept 15 and Nov 11, 2023 at 2501 Pierce Ave.
• Recommended approval of operator licenses for 5 applicants; denied license to Taiah J. Purcell due to non-compliance with policy

Finance & Insurance Committee

The Finance & Insurance Committee will consider and possibly forward to the Common Council the approval of August 2023 expenditures and budget reports, a Property Tax Collection Agreement with Marinette County, and the designation of ARPA funds. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and the Finance Director's report.

• Approval of August 2023 expenditures
• Approval of August budget reports
• Property Tax Collection Agreement with Marinette County
• Designation of ARPA funds
• Approval of August 15, 2023 meeting minutes

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will discuss and possibly recommend accepting a $556,200 SISP grant from the Wisconsin Department of Transportation to upgrade traffic signals at US 41 & Cleveland Avenue and US 41 & Hattie Street. The board will also consider a $62,948 professional services agreement with Mead & Hunt for traffic engineering design related to the grant. Other items include bid results for the Ely Street Garage Parking Lot project and discussion of dump fees.

• Discussion and possible recommendation to accept $556,200 SISP grant from WDOT for traffic signal upgrades at US 41 & Cleveland Avenue and US 41 & Hattie Street
• Discussion and possible recommendation to approve $62,948 professional services agreement with Mead & Hunt for traffic engineering design
• Bid results for the Ely Street Garage Parking Lot project (AYRES Associates)
• Update on the Edwin Street Reconstruction Project
• Discussion regarding railing on the USH 41 Bridge parapet wall

Water Utility & Wastewater Commission

The Marinette Water & Wastewater Utilities Commissions are holding a joint meeting to review paid invoices for August 2023, approve prior meeting minutes, and receive operational and business updates. The agenda includes reports on wastewater COVID testing, water loss, water tower and clear well inspections, and the Wisconsin Low Income Water Assistance Program. A budget review is also scheduled. No major policy decisions or public hearings are listed.

• Presentation of Water Utility invoices paid August 1-31, 2023
• Presentation of Wastewater Utility invoices paid August 1-31, 2023
• Approval of minutes from August 21, 2023 joint meeting
• Operations Manager Report: wastewater COVID testing, water loss, water tower and clear well inspections
• Budget review

Parks & Recreation Committee

The Parks and Recreation Committee will discuss and possibly take action on Division St. Park, Duer Gym plans, and Board of Public Works Policy No. BPW 1.001 regarding park facility reservations and rentals. The agenda also includes routine reports from department heads and approval of prior minutes.

• Discussion and possible action regarding Division St. Park
• Discussion and possible action regarding Duer Gym plans
• Discussion and possible action regarding Board of Public Works Policy No. BPW 1.001: Park Facility Reservation/Rentals
• Consideration of items for October agenda

Public Safety & Code Enforcement Committee

The September 18, 2023 Public Safety and Code Enforcement Committee meeting has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for Monday, October 16, 2023 at 5:00 PM.

• Meeting cancelled
• Next meeting: October 16, 2023 at 5:00 PM

Civic Affairs, Traffic & Lights & Cemetery

The Civic Affairs, Cemetery, Traffic & Lights Committee meeting scheduled for September 18, 2023, has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for Monday, October 16, 2023, at 4:30 PM. No agenda items are listed for this meeting.

Facade Improvement Program

The Façade Improvement Program Review Committee will meet to consider three applications for facade improvement projects, discuss program criteria, and decide on carrying over unspent 2023 funds to 2024. The meeting is open to the public and will be held at Marinette City Hall.

• Application for 1421 Main Street, Wolfe Properties, LLC, estimated cost $33,700
• Application for 1919 Hall Avenue, Macco's Floor Covering Center, Inc., estimated cost $375,160
• Application for 801 Wells Street, Flip N Rentals, LLC, estimated cost $59,500
• Discussion and possible action on program criteria
• Discussion and possible action on unspent 2023 FIP funds carryover to 2024

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Ordinance Board of Appeals will meet to discuss and potentially act on a variance application from Scott Haase. The request concerns constructing a new garage with a 3-foot setback on the east side of the property.

• Variance Application: New garage construction at 2211 Sherman St. with a 3' east side setback

The Zoning Board of Appeals approved a variance for Midwest Expansion, LLP regarding parcel #251-00164.10. The decision allows for a building setback of 20 feet from the property line along the west frontage road. The board also approved the meeting minutes from September 11, 2023.

• Approved meeting minutes from 9/11/23
• Granted variance for 20' building setback for Midwest Expansion, LLP (6-0)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will meet to approve the August minutes, discuss and possibly act on identifying budget items for 2024, and discuss and possibly act on details regarding the Civil War Statue. The meeting is scheduled for September 11, 2023, at 10:00 a.m. in Conference Room 214.

• Discussion and possible action on 2024 budget items
• Discussion and possible action on Civil War Statue details
• Approval of August 21, 2023 meeting minutes

The Commission approved the August 21, 2023 meeting minutes. Members discussed moving a guardrail at the 1st Sawmill marker and gathering cost estimates to repair the crumbling base of the Civil War Statue.

• Approved August 21, 2023 meeting minutes
• Proposed moving guardrail at 1st Sawmill marker to improve visibility
• Proposed gathering cost estimates to replace the Civil War Statue base

Planning Commission

The September 6, 2023 Planning Commission meeting has been canceled due to lack of action items. No business will be conducted at this meeting.

• Meeting canceled due to lack of action items

Personnel & License Committee

The Personnel & License Committee met and voted to recommend that the Common Council approve a temporary Class 'B' picnic license for Triple C Riders and approve employee policy updates regarding overtime and compensatory time off. Both recommendations were made unanimously.

• Recommended approval of Class 'B' Picnic License for Triple C Riders event on September 29 at 1600 Bridge St.
• Recommended approval of employee policy updates for Overtime and Compensatory Time off.

Common Council

The Common Council will discuss and vote on several contracts, including a grant writing services contract with Ayres Associates, closing on the CN/Sault Ste. Marie Bridge Company railroad property, a renewal contract with Bassett Mechanical for the REC Facility, and a First Amendment to the agreement with Fincantieri Marinette Marine. They will also consider approving bidding at a sheriff sale for 1533 Pierce Avenue to protect the city's lien interest, and several ordinance amendments regarding conditional uses, abandoned vehicles, and meeting procedures.

• Discussion and possible action regarding First Amendment To Agreement between Fincantieri Marinette Marine and City of Marinette
• Discussion and possible action regarding closing on the Real Estate Sales Contract for CN/Sault Ste. Marie Bridge Company railroad property
• Discussion and possible action to approve bidding at the Sheriff Sale for property located at 1533 Pierce Avenue to protect the City's lien interest
• Ordinance No. 2512- Amending MMC 13.1506 pertaining to Conditional Uses in an R-2 One and Two Family Zoning District
• Consideration of recommendation regarding Mayor's Salary for 2024, 2025 & 2026

The Common Council approved the sale of two vacant lots for single-family homes and authorized a real estate closing for railroad property. The council also passed three ordinances regarding zoning, abandoned vehicle disposal, and meeting procedures. Additionally, a $50,000 reimbursement agreement with Tyco Fire Products LP was approved.

• Approved sale of vacant lots at 1350 Armstrong St and 1007 Blaine St to Daniel Hayes (8-0)
• Approved $50,000 reimbursement agreement with Tyco Fire Products LP (6-2)
• Approved $13,000 grant writing services contract with Ayres Associates (8-0)
• Authorized closing of CN/Sault Ste. Marie Bridge Company railroad property sale for $50,000 (8-0)
• Approved $10,800 renewal contract with Bassett Mechanical for the REC Facility (8-0)
• Approved bidding up to $30,000 at Sheriff Sale for 1533 Pierce Avenue (8-0)
• Approved discontinuing CDBG-Housing RLF Programs and returning up to $211,704.84 to the state (8-0)
• Approved Ordinances No. 2512 (R-2 Zoning), No. 2513 (Abandoned Vehicles), and No. 2514 (Meetings) (8-0 each)

Water Utility & Wastewater Commission

The Marinette Water & Wastewater Utilities Commissions are meeting jointly to discuss and possibly act on quarterly PFAS water sampling, review invoices for July 2023, receive updates on a DNR inspection at the wastewater plant and grant applications for sewer projects, and review the budget and overtime.

• Discussion and possible action regarding quarterly PFAS water sampling
• Presentation of Water Utility invoices paid July 1–31, 2023
• Presentation of Wastewater Utility invoices paid July 1–31, 2023
• Update on DNR inspection at wastewater plant
• Update on applying for grant funding for upcoming sewer projects

The Water Utility Commission decided to continue quarterly PFAS water sampling as performed in the first and second quarters of 2023. The commission also approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the July 17, 2023, joint meeting.

• Approved continued quarterly PFAS water sampling
• Approved meeting agenda
• Approved July 17, 2023 Joint Water and Wastewater Utility Meeting minutes

Parks & Recreation Committee

The Marinette Parks and Recreation Committee will meet to discuss and possibly act on pavilion rental policies and proposals for the Duer Gym, which has drawn interest from several parties. The agenda also includes updates on Division St. Park, the Outdoor Recreation Plan, and reports from city staff. The meeting is a regular business session with several discussion items and possible actions.

• Discussion and possible action on pavilion rentals
• Discussion and possible action on Duer Gym proposals
• Division St. Park update
• Outdoor Recreation Plan update
• River Cities update

The committee approved the minutes from the July 17, 2023 meeting. Other agenda items regarding pavilion rentals, Duer Gym proposals, and the Division St. Park were discussed, but no formal actions were taken.

• Approved July 17, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Public Safety & Code Enforcement Committee

The Public Safety and Code Enforcement Committee will review July activity reports from police, fire, building inspection, and code enforcement departments. They will also discuss and possibly recommend amending Marinette Municipal Code 10.0404 regarding abandoned vehicle disposal, and receive an update on watch list properties, including commercial properties.

• Discussion and possible recommendation to amend MMC 10.0404 on abandoned vehicle disposal
• Review of July activity reports from Police, Fire, Building Inspector/Assessor, and Animal Control/Code Enforcement
• Update on watch list properties to include commercial properties
• Approve minutes from 7/17/23 regular meeting

The committee voted to recommend that the Common Council approve an amendment to MMC 10.0404 regarding the disposal of abandoned vehicles. Other agenda items consisted of activity reports and a discussion on watch list properties with no action taken.

• Approved meeting minutes from 07/17/23
• Recommended Common Council approve amendment to MMC 10.0404 regarding abandoned vehicle disposal
• No action taken on watch list properties update

Civic Affairs, Traffic & Lights & Cemetery

The Civic Affairs, Cemetery, Traffic & Lights Committee will meet to consider several items, including approving a grave sell-back, modifying a street light, and amending city meeting rules. The committee will also receive an update on a fence installation at Forest Home Cemetery. This is a regular meeting with both discussion and possible recommendations to the Common Council.

• Approve sell-back of grave in section 0-SW-Block 11-Row 6-Grave 4 from Pong Zadurski for $375.00
• Discuss and act on petition to modify street light at 1129 Edwin Street
• Update on fence installation at Forest Home Cemetery
• Discuss and possibly recommend amending MMC 2.0210 and 2.0211 regarding meetings
• Approve minutes of March 20, 2023 regular meeting

The committee recommended the Common Council approve the buy-back of a cemetery grave and amendments to city meeting time ordinances. It also decided to maintain a street light on Edwin Street until local construction is finished.

• Approved prior month meeting minutes (4-0, 1 abstention)
• Recommended Common Council purchase a grave in Forest Home Cemetery from Pong Zadurski for $375.00 (5-0)
• Approved leaving street light at 1129 Edwin Street as is until construction is complete (5-0)
• Recommended Common Council amend MMC 2.0210 and 2.0211 to allow meetings to start as early as 4:00 PM or 5:00 PM (5-0)
• No action taken on Forest Home Cemetery fence gate installation

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will meet to consider approving a Certificate of Appropriateness for renovations to 1907 Riverside Avenue, and will receive an update on Riverside Avenue historic markers. The meeting also includes routine items like roll call and approval of previous minutes.

• Discussion and possible approval of Certificate of Appropriateness for renovations to 1907 Riverside Avenue
• Update on Riverside Avenue historic markers
• Approval of June 6, 2022 meeting minutes

The Historic Preservation Commission approved a Certificate of Appropriateness for a front porch roof replacement at 1907 Riverside Avenue. The commission also discussed improvements to the 1st Sawmill Marker on Riverside Avenue.

• Approved June 6, 2022 meeting minutes
• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for a new hipped roof at 1907 Riverside Avenue

Planning Commission

The Marinette Plan Commission will discuss and possibly recommend amending the city code on conditional uses in R-2 zoning districts, and will review several site plans for signs, housing, a car wash, and a parking area. The meeting is a regular session with action items.

• Amendment to MMC 13.1506 on Conditional Uses in R-2 One and Two Family Zoning District
• Site plan by Meiers Signs Inc. for sign packet at Stellar Center/Edward Jones, 2025 Marinette Avenue
• Site plan by Midwest Expansion, LLP for new housing development at Marinette Apartments, 2501-2515 University Drive
• Site plan revision by Bayland Construction for Cleveland Avenue Car Wash, 1610 Cleveland Avenue
• Site plan by Carlson Asphalt, LLC for blacktop parking area at 2300 Hall Avenue

The commission approved a new housing development on University Drive and three other site plans for a car wash, parking area, and business signs. It also recommended that the Common Council amend zoning rules for conditional uses in R-2 districts.

• Approved site plan for new housing development at 2501-2515 University Drive (all concurred)
• Approved site plan revision for Cleveland Avenue Car Wash at 1610 Cleveland Avenue (all concurred)
• Approved site plan for blacktop parking area at 2300 Hall Avenue (all concurred)
• Approved sign packet site plan for Stellar Center/Edward Jones at 2025 Marinette Avenue (all concurred)
• Recommended Common Council approve amendments to MMC 13.1506 regarding Conditional Uses in R-2 districts (all concurred)
• Approved meeting minutes from August 2, 2023 (all concurred)

Personnel & License Committee

The Personnel and License Committee recommended Common Council approval of an original alcohol beverage license for The Shipyard LLC at 739 Main Street, a temporary picnic license for Holy Family Parish, and 13 operator license renewals. Three new operator licenses were also recommended, contingent on completion of a responsible beverage server class. The committee also discussed a future agenda item regarding the Building Inspector position.

• Original Class B Beer and Liquor license for The Shipyard LLC at 739 Main Street
• Temporary Class B fermented malt beverage and wine license for Holy Family Parish picnic on September 10, 2023 at 2715 Taylor Street
• 13 renewal operator licenses recommended for approval
• 3 new operator licenses recommended for Emma M. Bayerl, Beth A. Soltesz, and Corrie B. Tuer
• Future discussion on Building Inspector position

The committee recommended that the Common Council approve the Mayor's salary for 2024, 2025, and 2026. It also recommended the approval of five operator licenses and one temporary beverage license. A sign erector license was granted to Meiers Signs, Inc.

• Granted annual sign erector license to Meiers Signs, Inc.
• Recommended Common Council approve Temporary Class 'B' beverage and wine license for Marinette Menominee Youth Hockey Association
• Recommended Common Council approve Mayor's Salary for 2024, 2025 & 2026
• Recommended Common Council approve operator licenses for Camryn J. Ferm, David J. Grindle, Kyra J. Michel, Brian P. Torreano & Aaron C. VanDeBogert
• Recommended Common Council deny operator license to Taiah J. Purcell
• Tabled action on City Administrator position pending more information

Finance & Insurance Committee

The Finance & Insurance Committee will review and potentially forward a recommendation to the Common Council to discontinue the CDBG-Housing RLF Programs. They will also approve July 2023 expenditures and budget reports, and hear the Finance Director's report.

• Consideration and possible action to forward to common council — Discontinuing CDBG-Housing RLF Programs
• Approval of July 2023 expenditures
• Approval of July budget reports
• Approval of July 11, 2023 special meeting minutes

The Finance & Insurance Committee recommended that the Common Council discontinue the CDBG-Housing RLF Programs. The committee also recommended approval of July 2023 expenditures and accepted the year-to-date budget report.

• Approved July 11, 2023 special meeting minutes
• Recommended Common Council approve July 2023 expenditures
• Accepted CY2023 budget report through July 2023
• Recommended Common Council approve discontinuing CDBG-Housing RLF Programs

Board of Public Works

The August 15, 2023 meeting of the Board of Public Works has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for September 19, 2023.

Harbor Commission

The Marinette Harbor Commission is meeting to discuss and possibly take action on several items, including a shoreline cleanup event, a Lower Menominee River tour, and updates on signage and habitat structure surveys. The agenda also includes routine approval of previous meeting minutes.

• Shoreline Clean-up scheduled for Thursday, September 7, 2023
• Lower Menominee River Tour on Tuesday, September 12, 2023, 12:00-5:00 pm
• Signage Update with Mandy Mellinger (WI DNR)
• Habitat Structure Survey with Mandy Mellinger (WI DNR)

The Commission approved the minutes from the June 29, 2023, meeting. No formal actions were taken regarding the shoreline clean-up, river tour, signage updates, or habitat structure survey.

• Approved 6/29/23 regular meeting minutes (3-0, 1 abstention)
• Scheduled next meeting for 10/12/23 at 4:00 PM

Room Tax Commission

The Room Tax Commission will consider two grant applications totaling $8,000: $5,000 for a professional boxing event at the Community REC Center and $3,000 for a promotional event and signage for the USS Marinette Commissioning. The commission will also receive an update on marketing and tourism and discuss topics for the next meeting.

• $5,000 grant request from War in the Woods Promotions, Inc. for a Professional Boxing Event at the Community REC Center on November 11, 2023 (total event budget $50,000)
• $3,000 grant request from Jan Kust for a Post Commissioning promotional event and signage for the USS Marinette Commissioning on September 16, 2023
• Approve minutes from March 30, 2023 meeting
• Update on Marketing and Tourism from Shawn Katzbeck

Planning Commission

The Marinette Plan Commission will hold a public hearing and vote on a conditional use permit for Michele Mills to rebuild a garage on its original foundation at 1818 Thomas Street in an R-1 zoning district. The commission will also discuss a site plan for a sign packet at Holiday Inn Express & Suites on Roosevelt Road. The meeting includes routine items like approving minutes and future agenda items.

• Public hearing and vote on conditional use permit for garage rebuild at 1818 Thomas Street (R-1 district)
• Discussion and possible action on site plan for sign packet by Jones Sign Co. at Holiday Inn Express & Suites, 2741 Roosevelt Road
• Approve minutes of July 19, 2023 regular meeting

The commission approved a site plan for a sign packet at 2741 Roosevelt Road. A conditional use permit for a garage rebuild at 1818 Thomas Street failed after no motion was made to support the required findings.

• Approved site plan for Jones Sign Co. sign packet at Holiday Inn Express & Suites (All concurred)
• Conditional Use Permit for garage rebuild at 1818 Thomas Street failed (No motion made)
• Approved July 19, 2023 meeting minutes (All concurred, Commissioner Marx abstained)

Common Council

The Marinette Common Council will discuss and possibly act on DNR-requested maintenance of the South Channel, consider a resolution supporting a WisDOT Transportation Alternatives Program grant application, and review a liquor license application for The Shipyard LLC at 739 Main Street. The meeting also includes routine approvals of minutes, committee reports, and expenditure authorizations.

• Discussion and possible action regarding DNR maintenance of South Channel
• Resolution No. 19-2023 supporting submission of a WisDOT 2024-2028 TAP grant application
• Consideration of Alcohol Beverage Retail License for The Shipyard LLC at 739 Main Street
• Consideration of HVAC Preventative Maintenance contract renewal from Energy Control & Design, Inc.
• Consideration of bid results for a 2024 Ford Expedition

The Common Council approved several liquor licenses, a vehicle purchase, and a DNR maintenance request. They also authorized a plan to resurface four courts at the Civic Center, designating two for pickleball.

• Approved $3,776.05 for DNR South Channel signage maintenance (9-0)
• Approved Original Alcohol Beverage Retail license for The Shipyard LLC (all concurred)
• Approved Temporary Class 'B' license for Holy Family Parish picnic (all concurred)
• Granted 13 renewing and 3 conditional new operator licenses (all concurred)
• Approved HVAC Preventative Maintenance contract renewal with Energy Control & Design, Inc. (9-0)
• Approved resurfacing 4 Civic Center courts, designating 2 for pickleball (9-0)
• Approved $53,172.40 bid from Ford Motor Company for 2024 Ford Expedition (9-0)
• Approved Resolution 19-2023 supporting a WisDOT TAP Grant application (9-0)

Joint Review Board

The Joint Review Board will consider approving resolutions to create Tax Incremental Districts No. 18 and No. 19, which would use property tax revenue to fund development projects. The board will review planning documents and resolutions passed by the Plan Commission and Common Council before voting.

• Consideration of Resolution Approving the Creation of Tax Incremental District No. 18
• Consideration of Resolution Approving the Creation of Tax Incremental District No. 19
• TID No. 18: 19-acre industrial district near Aerial Dr. for Tyco warehouse
• TID No. 19: 8-acre mixed-use district near Pierce Ave., Wells St., and Daggett St. for apartments and park improvements
• Review of public record, planning documents, and resolutions from Plan Commission and Common Council

Planning Commission

The Commission approved site plans for four business signs and a concrete outdoor storage pad. The board also approved the minutes from the June 27, 2023 meeting.

• Approved June 27, 2023 meeting minutes
• Approved sign packet for NorthLakes Community Clinic at 1435 Cleveland Avenue
• Approved wall sign for Cool Nails at 2502 Roosevelt Road
• Approved concrete outdoor storage pad for Tyco Fire Products LP at 2700 Industrial Parkway S.
• Approved sign packet for La Cabana at 1553 Marinette Avenue
• Approved sign packet for Los Magueyes at 2025 Marinette Ave, Ste A

Personnel & License Committee

The Personnel and License Committee voted to recommend approval of 13 renewal operator licenses and 7 new operator licenses to the Common Council. The committee also approved a sign erector license for Finishing Touch Signs. The meeting included approval of prior meeting minutes and adjourned after routine business.

• Recommended 13 renewal operator licenses for individuals including Kathy Brandt, Lena L. Cook, and others
• Recommended 7 new operator licenses, one contingent on paying fines owed to the city
• Granted annual sign erector license to Finishing Touch Signs for 2023

The Personnel and License Committee recommended that the Common Council approve a new retail license for The Shipyard LLC and a temporary license for Holy Family Parish. The committee also recommended the approval of 13 renewal operator licenses and 3 new operator licenses.

• Approved June 20, 2023 meeting minutes
• Recommended Common Council approve Class B Beer and Liquor license for The Shipyard LLC (739 Main Street)
• Recommended Common Council approve Temporary Class B fermented malt beverage and wine license for Holy Family Parish (Sept 10, 2023)
• Recommended Common Council approve 13 renewal operator licenses
• Recommended Common Council approve 3 new operator licenses for Emma M. Bayerl, Beth A. Soltesz, and Corrie B. Tuer

Common Council

The Common Council will consider selling two city-owned vacant lots: 1350 Armstrong Street to Keep On Building LLC for a single-story cottage, and 1350 Armstrong Street & Carney Boulevard to Daniel Hayes. The meeting also includes a recommendation on replacing a diesel fuel pump for $30,542.74 and mayoral appointments and a proclamation.

• Sale of 1350 Armstrong Street to Keep On Building LLC for a 932 sq ft cottage (2 bed, 2 bath)
• Sale of 1350 Armstrong Street & Carney Boulevard to Daniel Hayes
• Finance committee recommendation to replace diesel fuel pump ($30,542.74 total)
• Mayoral appointment of Amanda Ward to Stephenson Library Trust Board (term to 2024)
• Mayoral proclamation (details not specified in agenda)

The Common Council approved the sale of two vacant city lots to Keep On Building LLC and Daniel Hayes for the construction of new homes. The council also approved a diesel fuel pump replacement and a board appointment.

• Approved Walt’s Petroleum Service, INC proposal for Diesel Fuel Pump Replacement (7-0)
• Approved appointment of Amanda Ward to Stephenson Library Trust Board
• Approved sale of vacant lot at 1350 Armstrong St to Keep On Building LLC (7-0)
• Approved sale of vacant lot at Carney Blvd/3Rd St to Daniel Hayes (7-0)

Water Utility & Wastewater Commission

The Marinette Water & Wastewater Utilities Commissions are meeting jointly to review paid invoices for June 2023, approve prior meeting minutes, and receive reports on university sewer updates and water loss numbers. They will also discuss budget and overtime, and possible future agenda items.

• Presentation of Water Utility invoices paid June 1–30, 2023
• Presentation of Wastewater Utility invoices paid June 1–30, 2023
• Approval of minutes from June 19, 2023 joint meeting
• Operations Manager report on university sewer update
• Business Manager report on water loss numbers

The commissions reviewed paid invoice reports for June 2023 and budget/overtime reports. No substantive policy or spending decisions were made during the meeting.

• Approved June 19, 2023 meeting minutes

Parks & Recreation Committee

The Parks and Recreation Committee will discuss updates and possible actions on several park and recreation items, including outdoor pickleball courts at the Civic Center, Duer Gym, and Division St. Park. The agenda includes reports from department heads and approval of prior minutes. No final decisions are guaranteed; items are open for discussion and possible action.

• Discussion/update regarding Duer Gym
• Discussion/update and possible action regarding outdoor pickleball courts at the Civic Center
• Discussion and possible action regarding Division St. Park
• Approve minutes of June 19th, 2023
• Reports from Recreation, Public Works, and Marketing directors

The committee recommended that the Common Council dedicate two asphalt courts at the Civic Center for pickleball use. It also agreed to keep the Division St. skate park open and unlocked, pending approval from the City Attorney, the DNR, and liability insurance verification.

• Approved June 19, 2023 meeting minutes
• Recommended Common Council approve dedicating 2 asphalt courts at the Civic Center for sole use of pickleball
• Agreed to allow Division St. skate park to remain unlocked contingent upon liability insurance, DNR, and City Attorney approval

Public Safety & Code Enforcement Committee

The Public Safety and Code Enforcement Committee will review June activity reports from the police, fire, building inspector, and animal control departments, and discuss a bid result from the Motor Company to purchase a new squad car for the police department. The meeting also includes approval of previous minutes and a compliance report from the city's weights and measures contractor.

• Discussion and possible action on bid result from Motor Company for new police squad car
• Review of Police Department activity report for June
• Review of Fire Department activity report for June
• Review of Building Inspector/Assessor's Department report for June
• Weights and Measures annual local compliance report by Mark Nickel (information only)

The committee recommended that the Common Council approve a bid from The Motor Company for a new police vehicle. Members also reviewed activity reports from the police, fire, building inspection, and animal control departments.

• Recommended Common Council approve $53,172.40 bid from The Motor Company for a 2024 or newer 4-wheel drive Ford Expedition
• Approved meeting minutes from 06/19/23

Civic Affairs, Traffic & Lights & Cemetery

The Civic Affairs, Cemetery, Traffic & Lights Committee meeting scheduled for July 17, 2023 has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for August 21, 2023 at 4:30 PM. No other business is listed on this agenda.

• Meeting cancelled
• Next meeting: August 21, 2023 at 4:30 PM

Common Council

The Marinette Common Council will consider resolutions to create Tax Incremental Districts No. 18 and 19, approve their project plans, and establish boundaries. The meeting also includes discussion of a subordination agreement for HRL N2020-05, utility improvements on Madison Avenue, and several committee recommendations.

• Resolution No. 16-2023 creating Tax Incremental District No. 18
• Resolution No. 17-2023 creating Tax Incremental District No. 19
• Resolution No. 18-2023 approving a subordination agreement for HR # N-2020-05
• Proposal from GRAEF for utility improvements on Madison Avenue from Hall Avenue to Lewis Street
• Ordinance No. 2511 amending MMC 16.0215 pertaining to permit lapses

The Common Council approved the creation of TID No. 18 for a distribution warehouse and TID No. 19 for apartments and commercial use. The council also approved utility improvements on Madison Avenue and a grant extension for the Harbor Assistance Program.

• Created TID No. 18 for a distribution warehouse at Aerial Drive and Woleske Road (9-0)
• Created TID No. 19 for apartments and commercial use at Pierce Avenue and Daggett Street (8-0)
• Approved GRAEF proposal for utility improvements on Madison Ave from Hall Ave to Lewis St (9-0)
• Approved 1-year extension for Harbor Assistance Program Grant Agreement (8-0)
• Approved appointment of Shirley Kaufman to the Marinette Housing Authority (unanimous)
• Approved replacement of Honeywell security and IT closet cooling/battery backup for REC Center (9-0 each)
• Granted 13 renewing and 7 new operator licenses (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance No. 2511 amending MMC 16.0215 regarding permit lapses (9-0)

Planning Commission

The Marinette Planning Commission meeting scheduled for July 5, 2023, at 3:30 PM has been canceled because there are no action items to address. The cancellation notice was issued by Mayor Steve Genisot, who chairs the commission, and posted on July 3, 2023.

• Meeting canceled for July 5, 2023, at 3:30 PM
• Cancellation due to lack of action items
• Notice issued by Mayor Steve Genisot, Plan Commission Chairman

Harbor Commission

The Harbor Commission will meet to discuss and potentially act on a Wisconsin DNR habitat structure inventory scheduled for July 17, 2023, and a visit to Menekaunee Harbor and other Areas of Concern (AOC) project areas on September 6, 2023, in preparation for a September 12 tour. They will also review the Menekaunee Harbor and South Channel Monitoring/Maintenance Plan. The agenda includes routine items like roll call, approving minutes, and setting future agenda topics.

• Discussion and possible action on Habitat Structure Inventory on July 17, 2023 (Wisconsin DNR)
• Discussion and possible action on visit to Menekaunee Harbor and AOC project areas on September 6, 2023 for September 12 tour
• Review of Menekaunee Harbor and South Channel Monitoring/Maintenance Plan
• Approve minutes of May 25, 2023 meeting

The Commission approved the minutes from the April 4, 2023 meeting. No formal actions were taken regarding the Habitat Structure Inventory, the September Area of Concern Tour, or the Menekaunee Harbor & South Channel Maintenance Plan.

• Approved April 4, 2023 meeting minutes
• Scheduled next meeting for August 10 at 4:00 PM

Planning Commission

The Marinette Plan Commission will hold public hearings and consider resolutions to create Tax Incremental Districts No. 18 and 19, including their boundaries and project plans. They will also hold a public hearing and vote on a conditional use permit for an assisted living facility at 115 Hancock Street, and discuss a site plan for paving a parking lot at 1507 Main Street.

• Public hearing and resolution for Tax Incremental District No. 18
• Public hearing and resolution for Tax Incremental District No. 19
• Conditional use permit for assisted living facility at 115 Hancock Street (R-2 district)
• Site plan by All-Out Asphalt, LLC for paving back lot at Dr. Bourgeois Optometry, 1507 Main Street

The Plan Commission approved resolutions recommending the creation of TID #18 and TID #19 to the Common Council. The commission also approved a conditional use permit for an assisted living facility and a site plan for a parking lot.

• Approved Resolution No. PC04-2023 recommending creation of TID #18 (all concurred)
• Approved Resolution No. PC05-2023 recommending creation of TID #19 (all concurred)
• Approved Conditional Use Permit for assisted living facility at 115 Hancock Street (all concurred)
• Approved site plan for All-Out Asphalt, LLC to pave back lot at 1507 Main Street (all concurred)
• Approved minutes of June 7, 2023 regular meeting (all concurred)

Joint Review Board

The Joint Review Board will consider a resolution approving the creation of Tax Incremental District No. 17, a mixed-use district of about 74.7 acres near University Drive, Shore Drive, and Bay Shore Street, including the former Bay Area Medical Center site. The board will also appoint members for TIDs 18 and 19, review draft project plans for those districts, and set a date to consider their approval.

• Resolution approving creation of TID No. 17 (mixed-use, ~74.7 acres, old hospital site)
• Appointments for TID No. 18 and TID No. 19 (public member, chairperson)
• Review and discuss draft Project Plan for TID No. 18
• Review and discuss draft Project Plan for TID No. 19
• Set next meeting date to consider approval of TID No. 18 & 19

The Joint Review Board approved the creation of Tax Incremental District (TID) No. 17. The board also reviewed project plans for proposed TIDs No. 18 and No. 19. A follow-up meeting was scheduled to consider the approval of those two districts.

• Approved JRB Resolution approving Tax Incremental District No. 17 (5-0)
• Approved minutes from 5/17/23 meeting
• Appointed Mayor Genisot as Chairperson for the Joint Review Board
• Nominated Joanne Vieth as the Public Member for the Joint Review Board
• Set next meeting for July 25th at 2:00PM to consider approval of TID No. 18 and TID No. 19

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will discuss and possibly recommend new dump fees to the Common Council. They will also approve minutes from previous meetings. The agenda is largely procedural with one substantive discussion item.

• Discussion and possible recommendation on dump fees
• Approval of minutes from May 16, 2023 and June 6, 2023 special meeting

The Board approved the regular meeting minutes from June 16, 2023, and special meeting minutes from June 6, 2023. The board discussed city dump fees and waste volume, but no action was taken on that item.

• Approved regular meeting minutes from 6/16/23 and Special minutes from 6/6/23

Personnel & License Committee

The Personnel and License Committee will consider a sign erector license for Finishing Touch Signs and 20 operator license applications (13 renewals, 7 new). The meeting also includes approval of prior meeting minutes and setting the next agenda.

• Consideration of Sign Erector License for Finishing Touch Signs ($175 fee)
• Consideration of 13 renewal operator license applications
• Consideration of 7 new operator license applications
• Approval of May 16, 2023 meeting minutes

The Personnel and License Committee granted a sign erector license to Finishing Touch Signs. The committee also recommended that the Common Council approve 13 renewal operator licenses and 7 new operator licenses.

• Approved 2023 annual Sign Erector license for Finishing Touch Signs
• Recommended Common Council approve 13 renewal operator licenses
• Recommended Common Council approve 7 new operator licenses

Finance & Insurance Committee

The Finance & Insurance Committee recommended several expenditures for Common Council approval, including a new diesel fuel pump and security replacements for the REC Center. The committee also recommended the approval of May 2023 expenditures and budget amendments.

• Recommended Common Council approve May 2023 expenditures
• Accepted CY2023 budget report through May 2023
• Recommended Common Council approve June 2023 budget amendments and transfers
• Recommended Common Council approve $30,542.74 for diesel fuel pump replacement from Walt’s Petroleum Service, INC.
• Recommended Common Council approve $15,053.00 from fund balance for REC Center Honeywell security replacement
• Recommended Common Council approve UPS battery backups and mini AC units for REC Center IT closet (final quotes due July meeting)
• No action taken on REC Center generator funding

Common Council

The Common Council and Water & Wastewater Utilities Commissions will hold a joint meeting to receive and discuss the city's CY 2022 annual financial audit report from KerberRose CPAs. The audit found a material weakness in internal control over financial reporting because city staff lack GAAP training, though management reviews and accepts responsibility for the statements. The water utility's rate of return was 3.76%, below the authorized 5.50%, while the wastewater utility had a negative rate of return of -0.54%.

• Presentation of CY 2022 annual financial audit by KerberRose CPAs
• Council discussion and possible action on the audit report
• Water utility rate of return at 3.76% vs. authorized 5.50%
• Wastewater utility rate of return at -0.54%
• Material weakness identified: staff lack GAAP training to prepare financial statements

The Common Council and the Water & Wastewater Utilities Commission met jointly to review the CY 2022 annual financial reports presented by KerberRose, CPAs. Both bodies voted to accept the audit reports as presented and place them on file.

• Accepted City of Marinette and Storm Water Utility CY 2022 annual general audit financial report (9-0)
• Accepted Marinette Water & Wastewater Utilities Commission CY 2022 annual audit and financial report (6-0)

Water Utility & Wastewater Commission

The Marinette Water & Wastewater Utilities Commissions will hold a joint meeting to review paid invoices for May 2023, discuss the CMAR annual report, and receive operational and business updates. They will also approve prior meeting minutes and review the budget and overtime.

• Presentation of Water Utility invoices paid May 1-31, 2023
• Presentation of Wastewater Utility invoices paid May 1-31, 2023
• Discussion and possible action on CMAR annual report
• Operations Manager report on water loss numbers and university sewer update
• Business Manager report on 2022 audit meeting and WHEAP year-to-date total

The commissions approved the CMAR annual report and the minutes from the May 15, 2023 meeting. Officials discussed a sewer line issue affecting the University and reported that the Water Utility has received over $115,000 from the Wisconsin Home Energy Assistance Program this year.

• Approved CMAR annual report
• Approved May 15, 2023 meeting minutes

Parks & Recreation Committee

The Parks and Recreation Committee will hear reports from department heads and discuss a citizen fundraising plan for the Civic Center pickleball/tennis courts. They will also consider security cameras at Pedersen Park and review the Outdoor Recreation Plan's park priorities. Possible action items for the July agenda will be discussed.

• Presentation on citizen fundraising for Civic Center pickleball/tennis courts
• Discussion and possible action on security cameras at Pedersen Park
• Discussion of Outdoor Recreation Plan park priorities
• Reports from Recreation, Public Works, and Marketing directors
• Approval of May 15, 2023 meeting minutes

The committee approved the minutes from the May 15, 2023 meeting. No actions were taken regarding the proposal for pickleball courts, security cameras at Pedersen Park, or the Outdoor Recreation Plan.

• Approved May 15, 2023 meeting minutes

Civic Affairs, Traffic & Lights & Cemetery

The Civic Affairs, Cemetery, Traffic & Lights Committee meeting scheduled for June 19, 2023, has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for Monday, July 17, 2023, at 4:30 PM. No agenda items were discussed.

• June 19, 2023 meeting cancelled
• Next meeting: July 17, 2023 at 4:30 PM

Public Safety & Code Enforcement Committee

The Public Safety and Code Enforcement Committee will review May activity reports from the police, fire, building inspector/assessor, and animal control departments. They will also discuss and possibly recommend to the Common Council two memorandums of understanding (MOUs) related to the Marinette Special Response Team, and a proposed ordinance amendment regarding permit lapses.

• Review of May activity reports from Police, Fire, Building Inspector/Assessor, and Animal Control
• Discussion and possible recommendation on Marinette Joint Special Response Team MOU
• Discussion and possible recommendation on MOU with Aurora Medical Center – Bay Area and Marinette Special Response Team
• Discussion and possible recommendation on proposed ordinance amendment to 16.0215 Permit Lapses

The Public Safety & Code Enforcement Committee recommended three items for Common Council approval, including two Memorandums of Understanding (MOUs) and an ordinance amendment. The committee also reviewed activity reports from the police, fire, building inspection, and animal control departments.

• Approved May 15, 2023 meeting minutes
• Recommended Common Council approve MOU for the Marinette Joint Special Response Team
• Recommended Common Council approve MOU between Aurora Medical Center – Bay Area and the Marinette Special Response Team
• Recommended Common Council approve ordinance amendment to MMC 16.0215 Permit Lapses

Common Council

The Common Council is holding a special meeting to consider a revised development agreement with Midwest Expansion, LLP and vote on a resolution authorizing up to $6,716,294 in taxable tax increment revenue bonds. The bond would finance construction of six 16-unit apartment buildings and one 12-unit building within Tax Incremental District No. 16, with repayment tied to future property tax increments from the development.

• Resolution No. 15-2023 authorizing up to $6,716,294 in taxable tax increment revenue bonds to Midwest Expansion, LLP
• Revised development agreement for mixed-use development in Tax Incremental District No. 16
• Bond carries 0.00% interest, matures September 1, 2044, paid from 90% of annual tax increment generated by the property
• Developer must meet minimum assessed value benchmarks of $17 million above 2023 value before bond payments begin
• Project includes six 16-unit apartment buildings and one 12-unit apartment building on the property

The Common Council approved a revised development agreement with Midwest Expansion, LLP. The council also authorized the issuance of a taxable increment revenue bond to the company.

• Approved revised Development Agreement with Midwest Expansion, LLP (7-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 15-2023 authorizing up to $6,716,294 Taxable Increment Revenue Bond to Midwest Expansion, LLP (7-0)

Planning Commission

The Marinette Plan Commission will review and possibly act on three site plans: a sign replacement for Shopko Optical, a fence at ATC Mary Street, and a pylon sign addition at Kwik Trip. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and discussion of future agenda items.

• Site plan for sign replacement at Shopko Optical, 2910 Roosevelt Road, Ste F
• Site plan for fence at ATC Mary Street, contingent on variance approval
• Site plan for pylon sign addition at Kwik Trip, 2103 Hall Avenue
• Approve minutes of May 17, 2023 regular meeting

The Plan Commission approved site plans for two business signs and one fence. The commission also approved the minutes from the May 17, 2023 meeting.

• Approved May 17, 2023 meeting minutes
• Approved sign replacement site plan for Shopko Optical at 2910 Roosevelt Road, Ste F
• Approved fence site plan for ATC Mary Street submitted by Jason Saari
• Approved pylon sign addition site plan for Kwik Trip at 2103 Hall Avenue

Common Council

The Common Council will consider several resolutions and ordinances, including increasing shared taxi fares from $4/$3 to $6/$5, creating Tax Incremental District No. 17, and amending building-related fees. The agenda also includes multiple contract approvals, escrow agreements for TIDs 18 and 19, and a professional services amendment for archaeological and historic surveys related to a Main Street project.

• Resolution to increase Shared Taxi Ride fare from $4.00 Adult/$3.00 Senior or Disabled to $6.00 Adult/$5.00 Senior or Disabled
• Resolution creating Tax Incremental District No. 17 and approving its project plan and boundaries
• Ordinance amending MMC 9.1302 Schedule A for residential and commercial building fees
• Escrow agreement with D.A. Boomer Developments for $30,000 in consultant fees for TID 19
• Amendment to Ayres Associates agreement for archaeological and historic surveys on Main Street, estimated at $16,000

The Common Council approved escrow agreements for TID 18 and TID 19 and created TID 17. The council also voted to increase shared taxi ride fares and approved various professional service contracts and license renewals.

• Approved Parking Lot Lease Agreement with Maddo, LLC (9-0)
• Approved Escrow Agreement with KK Aerial, LLC for TID 18 (9-0)
• Approved Escrow Agreement with D.A. Boomer Developments L.L.C. for TID 19 (6-2)
• Approved $16,000 Professional Services agreement amendment with Ayres Associates (9-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 13-2023 increasing Shared Taxi Ride fares to $6.00 Adult and $5.00 Senior/Disabled (9-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 14-2023 creating Tax Incremental District No. 17 (9-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 2509 amending building related fees (9-0)
• Approved $8,000 for Menekaunee Harbor monuments (9-0)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will discuss a variance application from ATC regarding parcel #251-00983.000. The request seeks to allow an 8-foot security fence for a transmission line facility.

• Variance application from ATC for an 8' security fence at parcel #251-00983.000

The Zoning Board of Appeals granted a variance to ATC for a transmission line facility at parcel #251-00983.000. The approval allows a security fence to be increased by 2 feet to a total height of 8 feet, including one foot of barbed wire at the top.

• Approved meeting minutes from 6/2/22
• Found unnecessary hardship exists for parcel #251-00983.000 (5-0)
• Found property has unique limitations (5-0)
• Found variance presents no apparent harm to public interest (5-0)
• Granted variance to ATC for 8-foot security fence with barbed wire (5-0)

Harbor Commission

The Marinette Harbor Commission is meeting to discuss and possibly take action on several items, including collaboration with the Wisconsin DNR, a September Area of Concern tour, and kiosk and bird signage at various local sites. They will also review a maintenance plan for the Menekaunee Harbor and South Channel. The meeting includes routine items like approving the previous minutes.

• Discussion and possible action on collaboration with Wisconsin DNR, with guests Mandy Mellinger and Bri Kupsky
• Discussion and possible action on September Area of Concern (AOC) Tour
• Discussion and possible action on kiosk signage at Seagull Bar, Menekaunee Harbor, Boom Landing, and South Channel Restoration
• Discussion and possible action on bird signage near Red Arrow Park
• Review of Lower Menominee River Area of Concern Menekaunee Harbor & South Channel Maintenance Plan

The Commission approved the minutes from the April 20, 2023, meeting. No substantive actions were taken regarding DNR collaboration, signage, or maintenance plans. The next meeting was scheduled for June 29 at 4:00 PM.

• Approved April 20, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Scheduled next meeting for June 29 at 4:00 PM

Planning Commission

The commission recommended that the Common Council approve the creation of TID #17 for a 74.7-acre mixed-use district. Two business sign site plans were also approved. Minutes from the May 3, 2023 meeting were approved.

• Approved minutes of May 3, 2023 regular meeting (all concurred)
• Recommended approval of Resolution No. PC 03-2023 to create TID #17 project plan and boundaries (all concurred)
• Approved sign package site plan for Circle K at 4010 Marinette Avenue (all concurred)
• Approved monument sign replacement site plan for Klegin Insurance at 906 State Street (all concurred)

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will discuss and possibly recommend to the Common Council three items: a professional services agreement for illicit discharge detection and field screening, a roadway line striping agreement with Marinette County, and a pay request and change order for the Roosevelt Road storm sewer improvements project.

• Professional Services Agreement from Robert E. Lee for Illicit Discharge Detection & Elimination field screening and summary report
• City of Marinette Roadway Line Striping Agreement with Marinette County
• Pay Request No. 2 and Change Order No. 1 from Peters Concrete Company for Roosevelt Road Storm Sewer Improvements, Project No. 2023-600

The Board of Public Works recommended that the Common Council approve several professional service agreements and payment requests. These include roadway line striping and storm sewer improvements. The Board also approved the minutes from the May 2, 2023 special meeting.

• Approved May 2, 2023 special meeting minutes
• Recommended Common Council approve Professional Services Agreement from Robert E. Lee for Illicit Discharge Detection & Elimination field screening
• Recommended Common Council approve Marinette County Roadway Line Striping agreement for $14,129.08
• Recommended Common Council approve quote for Cleveland Ave railroad crossing traffic paint for $1,113.00
• Recommended Common Council approve Peters Concrete Company Pay Request No. 2 for $38,780.24 (Project No. 2023-600)
• Recommended Common Council approve Peters Concrete Company Change Order No. 1 for $5,926.60 (Project No. 2023-600)

Finance & Insurance Committee

The Marinette Finance & Insurance Committee will consider approving April 2023 expenditures and budget reports, and may recommend hiring a contractor to clean air ducts at City Hall and funding the remaining $8,000 for Menekaunee Harbor monuments. The meeting includes the Finance Director's report and items for the next agenda.

• Consideration and approval of April 2023 expenditures
• Consideration and approval of April budget reports
• Discussion and possible recommendation to hire Well-House Air Duct Cleaning to clean air ducts at City Hall
• Discussion and possible recommendation to fund remaining $8,000 for Menekaunee Harbor monuments

The Finance & Insurance Committee recommended that the Common Council approve up to $50,000 for air duct cleaning at City Hall and $8,000 for Menekaunee Harbor monuments. The committee also recommended approval of April 2023 expenditures and accepted the year-to-date budget report.

• Approved April 25, 2023 meeting minutes
• Recommended Common Council approve April 2023 expenditures
• Accepted CY2023 budget report through April 2023
• Recommended Common Council approve up to $50,000 for Well-House Air Duct Cleaning at City Hall
• Recommended Common Council approve $8,000 for Menekaunee Harbor monuments

Joint Review Board

The Joint Review Board will consider a resolution approving the creation of Tax Incremental District No. 16, a mixed-use district of about 73 acres on University Drive. The district would fund development incentives for Midwest Expansion's proposed 192 luxury apartments, with an estimated new property value of $34.5 million. The board must determine if the development would occur without tax incremental financing and if benefits outweigh costs.

• Resolution approving creation of Tax Incremental District No. 16
• 73-acre mixed-use district near Marinette County Jail
• Midwest Expansion project: 192 luxury apartments
• Estimated new property value of $34.5 million
• Pledge to pay Town of Peshtigo for annexed land taxes for 5 years

The Joint Review Board approved the creation of Tax Incremental District (TID) No. 16. The approved plan includes $250,000 for a fire truck and $600,000 for a trails and paths project within the district.

• Approved minutes from 4/6/23
• Approved JRB Resolution creating Tax Incremental District No. 16 (4-0)

Personnel & License Committee

The Personnel & License Committee is reviewing one application for an annual sign erector license (fee $175) from Elevate97 and multiple applications for licenses to serve fermented malt beverages and intoxicating liquors. The agenda consists entirely of these license applications with no other business items.

• Annual sign erector license application from Elevate97, fee $175
• Liquor license applications from multiple individuals including Deanne H Arena, Heide P Kellere, and others

The Personnel and License Committee recommended that the Common Council conditionally grant 77 retail liquor and tobacco license renewals for the 2023-2024 period. The committee also recommended the approval of 14 renewal operator licenses and 6 new operator licenses.

• Approved 2023 annual sign erector license for Elevate97
• Recommended Common Council conditionally grant 1 Class B Fermented Malt renewal
• Recommended Common Council conditionally grant 31 Class B Combination renewals
• Recommended Common Council conditionally grant 15 Class A Fermented Malt renewals
• Recommended Common Council conditionally grant 13 Class A Intoxicating Liquor renewals
• Recommended Common Council conditionally grant 18 Tobacco License renewals
• Recommended Common Council approve 14 renewal operator licenses
• Recommended Common Council approve 6 new operator licenses contingent on server class completion

Water Utility & Wastewater Commission

The joint Marinette Water & Wastewater Utilities Commissions will elect a new chairperson and secretary, review paid invoices for April 2023, and discuss possible action on a belt trailer for sludge hauling and out-of-state septic tank haulers. They will also review water loss numbers, a PSC report, and a budget/overtime review.

• Election of Chairperson and Secretary of the Commission
• Presentation of Water Utility invoices paid April 1-30, 2023
• Presentation of Wastewater Utility invoices paid April 1-30, 2023
• Discussion and possible action on belt trailer for sludge hauling
• Discussion and possible action on out-of-state septic tank haulers

The commission voted to notify out-of-state septic tank haulers that the wastewater treatment plant will no longer accept their waste. The commission also elected a new Chairperson and Secretary. A motion was made to purchase a new Western Star belt trailer for sludge hauling.

• Elected Commissioner K. Keller as Chairperson
• Elected Commissioner B. Kopish as Secretary
• Approved sending 60-day letters to out-of-state haulers notifying them that the wastewater treatment plant will no longer accept out-of-state waste
• Approved April 17, 2023 meeting minutes
• Motion made to purchase a new Western Star belt trailer

Parks & Recreation Committee

The Marinette Parks and Recreation Committee will review the Outdoor Recreation Plan's goals and objectives, a continuation of prior discussions. The meeting also includes routine reports from department heads and consideration of items for the June agenda. No final decisions are scheduled on the plan at this meeting.

• Review of Outdoor Recreation Plan: Goals and Objectives
• Consideration and possible action items for June agenda
• Reports from Recreation, Public Works, and Marketing directors
• Approval of April 17, 2023 meeting minutes

The committee approved the minutes from the April 17, 2023 meeting. Members reviewed the Outdoor Recreation Plan objectives and discussed the need for updated playground equipment at all parks except Higley Field. Further discussion on the plan and a priority list for local parks are scheduled for June.

• Approved April 17, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Public Safety & Code Enforcement Committee

The Marinette Public Safety & Code Enforcement Committee will review April activity reports from police, fire, building inspection, and animal control, and discuss a Memorandum of Understanding with Aurora Medical Center-Bay Area for the Special Response Team. They will also consider code changes limiting how long building permits can remain open without completion, and get updates on the rescue boat and 325 State Street.

• Discussion and possible action on MOU between Aurora Medical Center-Bay Area and Marinette Special Response Team
• Discussion and possible action on code changes for maximum duration of open building permits
• Update on rescue boat from Chief Heckel
• Update from Building Inspector Demlow on 325 State Street
• Review of April activity reports from Police, Fire, Building Inspector, and Animal Control

The committee discussed adding language to the city code to allow citations for building permits that are started but not completed, resulting in unsafe or unsightly projects. The Building Inspector will work with the City Attorney to draft this ordinance for the June meeting. No action was taken on the Aurora Medical Center - Bay Area Memorandum of Understanding.

• Approved meeting minutes from 03/20/23
• Tabled Memorandum of Understanding between Aurora Medical Center - Bay Area and Marinette Special Response Team until June
• Directed Building Inspector to draft an ordinance regarding maximum duration of open building permits

Planning Commission

The Marinette Plan Commission will review and possibly approve site plans for sign packages at Kwik Trip #574 Carwash, Linde Welding & Gas Equipment Center, and Mobile Gas Station, plus a fence at Goodwill Industries. It will also discuss recommending a municipal code amendment on incomplete parking lots and review a list of non-compliant lots.

• Site plan: Kwik Trip #574 Carwash sign package, 2103 Hall Avenue
• Site plan: Linde Welding & Gas Equipment Center sign package, 2516 Biehl Avenue
• Site plan: Mobile Gas Station sign package, 1011 Marinette Avenue
• Fence installation at Goodwill Industries, 1805 Pierce Avenue
• Possible code amendment on incomplete Plan Commission-approved parking lots

The Marinette Plan Commission approved four sign site plans for Kwik Trip #574 Carwash, Linde Welding & Gas Equipment Center, Mobile Gas Station, and a fence installation at Goodwill Industries. It also recommended amending the municipal code regarding incomplete parking lots. No action was taken on a list of incomplete parking lots.

• Approved sign package for Kwik Trip #574 Carwash at 2103 Hall Ave (unanimous)
• Approved non-illuminated wall sign for Linde Welding & Gas Equipment Center at 2516 Biehl Ave (unanimous)
• Approved sign package for Mobile Gas Station at 1011 Marinette Ave (unanimous)
• Approved fence installation at Goodwill Industries at 1805 Pierce Ave (unanimous)
• Recommended Common Council approve amendments to Municipal Code Chapter 13 regarding incomplete parking lots (unanimous)

Common Council

The Common Council will hold public hearings on a CDBG application and a zoning code amendment, then vote on resolutions including creating Tax Incremental District No. 16, approving CDBG-related resolutions, and amending zoning to allow pawnbrokers and coffee shops in certain districts. The council will also consider bids for concrete patching and a boat launch dock replacement.

• Resolution No. 12-2023 creating Tax Incremental District No. 16, approving its project plan and boundaries
• Ordinance No. 2508 amending zoning to add pawnbroker/pawn shop as conditional use and coffee shops as permitted use in B-1 and B-4 districts
• Discussion and possible action on replacing the Boat Launch Dock at Red Arrow Park ($23,582 quote)
• Consideration of concrete pavement and curb patching bid results, Project No. 2023-400 ($64,000 budget, Sommers Construction bid reduced to $64,000)
• Public hearing on proposed Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Public Facilities application

The Common Council unanimously approved Resolution No. 12-2023 creating Tax Incremental District No. 16, a mixed-use district on about 73 acres near the Marinette County Jail, to support a Midwest Expansion project building 192 luxury apartments. The council also rejected all bids for the Ely Street Garage parking lot and Downtown Area Improvements due to costs exceeding available funding, and will rebid later this year. Several other actions were approved, including fireworks and BMX contracts for the Logging & Heritage Festival, and various licenses and expenditures.

• Approved Resolution No. 12-2023 creating TID No. 16 for 192 luxury apartments (9-0)
• Rejected all bids for Ely Street Garage parking lot; will rebid later this year (9-0)
• Rejected all bids for Downtown Area Improvements on Ludington, Wells, and Main Streets; will rebid later this year (9-0)
• Approved agreement with Spiel Bauer Fireworks for July 8 Logging & Heritage Festival (9-0)
• Approved contract with Division BMX for July 8 Logging & Heritage Festival (9-0)
• Approved $5,186 for lights and cages under the 41 bridge per DOT inspection (9-0)
• Approved $11,389 quote for air handling equipment at the REC Center (9-0)
• Approved $22,688 quote to replace boat launch dock at Red Arrow Park (9-0)

Finance & Insurance Committee

The Finance & Insurance Committee will consider approving March 2023 expenditures and budget reports, and discuss recommending to the common council the purchase of lights and cages for under the 41 bridge per DOT inspection, plus quotes for air handling equipment for the REC Center. The agenda also includes approval of prior meeting minutes and the Finance Director's report. This is a routine monthly meeting with no major policy decisions expected beyond the listed items.

• Approval of March 2023 expenditures
• Approval of March budget reports
• Discussion and possible recommendation to order lights and cages for under the 41 bridge per DOT inspection
• Discussion and possible recommendation to forward quotes for air handling equipment for the REC Center
• Finance Director's Report

The Finance & Insurance Committee recommended that the Common Council approve expenditures for bridge lighting and REC Center air handling equipment. The committee also recommended approval of March 2023 expenditures and accepted the year-to-date budget report.

• Approved March 22, 2023 meeting minutes
• Recommended Common Council approve March 2023 expenditures
• Accepted CY2023 budget report through March 2023
• Recommended Common Council approve $5,186.00 for lights and cages under the 41 bridge
• Recommended Common Council approve $11,389.00 for REC Center air handling equipment from Energy Control & Design Inc.

Personnel & License Committee

The Personnel & License Committee is reviewing applications for annual sign erector licenses (fee $175 each) from Tim's Lighting Co dba TLC Sign, Inc., Stratford Sign Company, LLC, Apollo Imaging, and one other applicant. It is also considering several applications for licenses to serve fermented malt beverages and intoxicating liquors, including new and renewal operator licenses. The agenda consists of these license applications and related review materials; no other business items are listed.

• Sign erector license applications: Tim's Lighting Co dba TLC Sign, Inc. (Neenah, WI), Stratford Sign Company, LLC (Stratford, WI), Apollo Imaging (Oxford, WI), and one additional applicant, each with $175 fee
• Alcohol beverage operator license applications from individuals including Doan S. Buchman, Stacie L. Degnitz, and Melissa K. Figg
• Review guidelines chart for retail alcoholic beverage licenses includes checks for felony convictions, unpaid debts to city, and falsification of applications

The Personnel and License Committee recommended that the Common Council approve several temporary and renewal liquor licenses and a secondhand article license. The committee also granted annual sign erector licenses to four companies.

• Recommended Common Council approve Temporary Class 'B' license for American Legion Baseball of Marinette, Inc. (all concurred)
• Recommended Common Council approve Temporary Class 'B' license for Marinette Moose Lodge 2327 (all concurred)
• Recommended Common Council approve 2023 Secondhand Article License for JD Custom & Designs LLC (all concurred)
• Granted 2023 sign erector licenses to Tim's Lighting Co dba TLC Sign, Inc., Stratford Sign Company, LLC, Apollo Imaging & ASI Signage (all concurred)
• Recommended Common Council approve 23 renewal operator licenses (all concurred)
• Recommended Common Council approve 6 new operator licenses contingent on completion of Responsible Beverage Server class (all concurred)
• Approved April 11, 2023 meeting minutes (all concurred)

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works meeting scheduled for April 25, 2023 has been cancelled. The next regular meeting will be held on May 16, 2023 at 4:30 p.m.

• Meeting cancelled

Common Council

The Marinette Common Council will consider a development agreement with Midwest Expansion, LLP for a 192-unit apartment complex in Tax Incremental District 16, including issuing up to $11,852,284 in taxable revenue bonds. The council will also discuss purchasing former Bay Area Medical Center and Fleet Farm properties, and an escrow agreement with Shore Drive Development LLC for TID 17. A closed session is scheduled to negotiate property purchases.

• Resolution 08-2023: Approve development agreement and issue up to $11,852,284 bond to Midwest Expansion, LLP (TID 16)
• Development agreement: 12 sixteen-unit apartment buildings, $250,000 fire truck grant, $600,000 trail grant
• Offer to purchase former Bay Area Medical Center property (parcel 251-01159.004)
• Escrow agreement between Shore Drive Development LLC and City (TID 17)
• Two offers to purchase former Fleet Farm property

The Common Council approved a development agreement and the issuance of up to $11,852,284 in taxable tax increment revenue bonds for Midwest Expansion, LLP. The council also approved several real estate transactions, including the purchase of the former Bay Area Medical Center and former Fleet Farm properties.

• Approved Development Agreement with Midwest Expansions, LLP (6-3)
• Approved offer to purchase former Bay Area Medical Center property parcel 251-01159.004 (9-0)
• Approved Escrow Agreement between Shore Drive Development LLC and the City of Marinette (TID 17) (9-0)
• Approved Real Estate Sale Contract from Sault Ste. Marine Bridge Company (CN Trail) (9-0)
• Approved offer to purchase former Fleet Farm Property from Midwest Expansions, LLC (9-0)
• Approved Resolution No 08-2023 authorizing up to $11,852,284 Taxable Tax Increment Revenue Bond for Midwest Expansion, LLP (TID 16) (9-0)

Harbor Commission

The Marinette Harbor Commission will meet to discuss and potentially take action on several items, including an update on the 11th Great Lakes Area of Concern (AOC) Conference, touring the de-listed Lower Menominee River AOC, maintenance of habitat restoration projects, and submission of a National Coastal Resiliency Fund Grant. The meeting includes informational updates and possible decisions on these matters. No votes on specific contracts or ordinances are listed on this agenda.

• Discussion and possible action on touring the De-Listed Lower Menominee River AOC (update from Keith West)
• Discussion and possible action on maintenance of habitat restoration and other AOC projects, including identifying stakeholders (citizens groups, educational institutions, business partners, city government)
• Discussion and possible action on submission of a National Coastal Resiliency Fund Grant, including project overview, pre-proposal (Mellinger Draft), and next steps
• Informational update on the 11th Great Lakes Area of Concern (AOC) Conference in Green Bay, WI on September 13-14

The Commission discussed the 11th Annual Great Lakes Area of Concern Conference and a potential tour of the Lower Menominee River AOC. Members discussed community involvement in habitat restoration and the possibility of applying for a National Coastal Resiliency Fund Grant next year. No substantive actions were taken on these items.

• Decided next meeting time will be after 3:00 PM on a Wednesday or Thursday

Common Council

The Marinette Common Council holds its annual reorganization meeting, including canvassing the April 4 election results, administering oaths to newly elected officials, and electing a council president and plan commission representative. The council will also vote on resolutions to renew surety bonds for city officials and designate public depositories for city funds.

• Oath of office for Ward 3 Alderperson Doug Oitzinger, Ward 7 Rick Polzin, Ward 8 Tom Karban, and Municipal Court Judge John LaCourt
• Election of Common Council President for one-year term
• Resolution 06-2023: Surety bonds for city officials, including $50,000 for City Treasurer and $10,000 for Municipal Judge, City Clerk, and Police Chief
• Resolution 07-2023: Designating 11 financial institutions as public depositories, including Stephenson National Bank and Trust and Associated Bank
• Mayor's appointments to standing committees and citizen boards

The Common Council held its annual reorganization meeting to swear in elected officials and appoint committee members. The council elected a president and a Plan Commission representative and approved resolutions regarding surety bonds and public depositories.

• Elected At-Large Alderperson Dorothy Kowalski as Common Council President (9-0)
• Elected 2nd Ward Alderperson Jeff Skorik as Plan Commission Representative (9-0)
• Approved Resolution 06-2023 renewing annual surety bonds for city officials (9-0)
• Approved Resolution 07-2023 designating 11 financial institutions as official public depositories (9-0)
• Appointed Alderpersons to six standing committees
• Appointed Alderpersons to eight liaison boards

Public Safety & Code Enforcement Committee

The Public Safety and Code Enforcement Committee meeting scheduled for Monday, April 17, 2023 has been cancelled. The agenda contains no items for discussion or decision; it only announces the cancellation and notes the next meeting is also scheduled for the same date and time, which appears to be a typographical error.

• Meeting cancelled
• Next meeting listed as April 17, 2023 at 5:00 PM (same date as cancelled meeting)

Water Utility & Wastewater Commission

The Marinette Water & Wastewater Utilities Commissions are meeting jointly to review paid invoices for March 2023, approve prior meeting minutes, and hear operational and financial reports. The agenda includes a budget and overtime review and discussion of future items. No major policy decisions or public hearings are scheduled.

• Presentation of Water Utility invoices paid March 1-31, 2023
• Presentation of Wastewater Utility invoices paid March 1-31, 2023
• Approval of minutes from March 20, 2023 joint meeting
• Operations Manager Report
• Budget and overtime review

The commissions reviewed invoice reports for March 2023 and approved the minutes from the March 20, 2023 meeting. No other substantive decisions were made during the session.

• Approved March 20, 2023 meeting minutes

Parks & Recreation Committee

The Parks and Recreation Committee will hold its regular meeting, including reports from department heads and discussion of the Duer Gym and the Outdoor Recreation Plan. The committee may take action on the Duer Gym and consider items for the May agenda.

• Discussion and possible action regarding Duer Gym
• Discussion regarding Outdoor Recreation Plan
• Consideration and possible action items for the May agenda
• Reports from Recreation, Public Works, and Marketing directors

The committee approved the March 20, 2023 meeting minutes and forwarded the Duer Gym update to the Common Council. Members discussed park maintenance and future projects, noting some lack funding. The committee will continue reviewing the Outdoor Recreation Plan in future meetings.

• Approved March 20, 2023 meeting minutes
• Forwarded Duer Gym update to Common Council

Common Council

The Common Council is reviewing a revised compensation offer from American Transmission Company for easements on city-owned land, totaling $10,000, and discussing proposals for upgrading the city's phone system. The agenda also includes a proposal for grant-writing services for a downtown Main Street reconstruction project.

• American Transmission Company offers $10,000 for easements on three parcels (tax keys 251-00996.001, 251-00982.002, 251-00983.000) near Cleveland Avenue and Mary Street
• Phone system upgrade options: Avaya Premise ($46,370 year 1), Sangoma Hosted ($40,112 year 1), Avaya Hosted ($21,644 year 1 after incentive), or FortiVoice quote ($17,176)
• Proposal from Ayres Associates for WisDOT TEA grant writing services for Main Street reconstruction, targeting $1 million grant with 50% match
• Grant would support downtown Main Street reconstruction and sanitary sewer upgrade tied to Fincantieri Marinette Marine expansion

The Common Council approved a $17,176 contract for phone line hardware and maintenance and a survey map for Kwik Trip lot combinations. The council also authorized a TEA grant application and the negotiation of a property purchase.

• Approved ATC Transmission Line Easement for parcels 251-00996.001, 251-00982.002 & 251-00983.00 (9-0)
• Approved $17,176 contract with Camera Corner for City Hall phone line hardware and maintenance (9-0)
• Approved agreement with Ayres Associates for TEA Grant Writing Services (9-0)
• Approved Certified Survey Map for Kwik Trip lot combination at Dunlap Avenue and Madison Avenue (8-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 5-2023 to submit a WisDOT TEA Grant Application (8-0)
• Authorized Mayor Genisot to negotiate Offer to Purchase for Tax Parcel 251-001159.004 (8-0)
• No action taken on development agreement with Midwest Expansions

Common Council

The Common Council will hold a public hearing and vote on rezoning a recently annexed parcel on University Drive. The council will also consider multiple contracts and agreements, including a $9,000 grant-writing contract with Ayres Associates for a CDBG-PF grant application, and a closed session to negotiate the purchase of the former Fleet Farm property.

• Public hearing and vote on Ordinance No. 2508 to rezone parcel #024-01818.001 on University Drive
• Consideration of $9,000 contract with Ayres Associates for CDBG-PF grant writing services for Main Street improvements
• Consideration of agreement with Fincantieri Marinette Marine for transport of Synchrolift platforms
• Closed session to negotiate purchase of former Fleet Farm property and development agreement with Midwest Expansions
• Consideration of resolution for Outdoor Recreation Grant applications (Resolution No. 04-2023)

The Common Council rejected a purchase offer for the former Fleet Farm property and voted to list it for $1.5 million. The council also approved several infrastructure contracts, including concrete work and traffic signal maintenance. Additionally, a zoning amendment for a parcel on University Drive was enacted.

• Rejected offer to purchase former Fleet Farm property (9-0)
• Approved listing former Fleet Farm property for $1.5M (9-0)
• Approved $80,840 bid from Triple P Inc. for Higley Field walkway (9-0)
• Approved $47,840 bid from Ed’s Concrete & Masonry for Concrete at Large (9-0)
• Approved traffic signal maintenance contract with TAPCO (9-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 2508 amending zoning for parcel #024-01818.001 (9-0)
• Approved order for a 2025 delivery plow truck (9-0)
• Approved transfer of parcel 251-06130.000 from Marinette County to the City (9-0)

Joint Review Board

The Joint Review Board is meeting to organize and review the draft project plan for creating Tax Incremental District No. 16, a mixed-use district of about 73 acres on the southwest side of the city. The district would support a Midwest Expansion, LLP project to build 192 luxury apartments, with an estimated $12 million in project costs. The board will appoint a chair and public member, review the plan, and set a date to consider approval of the TID.

• Draft project plan for TID No. 16, a 72.87-acre mixed-use district near the Marinette County Jail
• Proposed development: 192 luxury apartments by Midwest Expansion, LLP
• Estimated project costs: $12 million, including $11.85 million in development incentives
• Projected new land and improvement value: approximately $34.5 million
• District expected to generate $13.17 million in incremental revenue over 19 years, closing in 2043

The Joint Review Board met to organize and review the proposed Tax Incremental Finance District No. 16 project plan. The board discussed a 73-acre mixed-use district on University Drive intended for 192 luxury apartments. No final approval was granted during this meeting.

• Established next meeting date for May 16, 2023 (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Marinette Plan Commission will hold a public hearing and consider a resolution to establish Tax Incremental District No. 16, including its boundaries and project plan. They will also discuss and possibly recommend zoning amendments for pawnbrokers and coffee shops, review a certified survey map for Kwik Trip, and consider several sign site plans.

• Public hearing and resolution on Tax Incremental District No. 16 boundaries and project plan
• Certified Survey Map by Carow Land Surveying for Kwik Trip at Dunlap and Madison Avenues
• Zoning amendment to add Pawnbroker/Pawn Shop as Conditional Use and Coffee Shops as Permitted Use in B-1 and B-4 districts
• Site plan for Insight Vision illuminated wall sign at 3003 Cleveland Avenue
• Site plan for Samuel Pressure Vessel Group wall sign at 2121 Cleveland Avenue

The Plan Commission recommended the creation of a 73-acre mixed-use Tax Incremental District #16 to the Common Council. The commission also recommended zoning amendments for pawn shops and coffee shops, and approved three business sign permits.

• Recommended approval of Resolution No. PC02-2023 to create TID #16 (all concurred)
• Recommended Common Council approval of Kwik Trip lot combination CSM at Dunlap and Madison Avenues (all concurred)
• Recommended amending MMC Chapter 13 B to add Pawnbroker/Pawn Shop as Conditional Use and Coffee Shops in B-1 and B-4 districts as Permitted Use (all concurred)
• Approved illuminated wall sign site plan for Insight Vision at 3003 Cleveland Avenue (all concurred)
• Approved wall sign site plan for Samuel Pressure Vessel Group at 2121 Cleveland Avenue, contingent on sign erector license (all concurred)
• Approved illuminated sign site plan for Turn 4 Car Wash at 1610 Cleveland Avenue, contingent on sign erector license (all concurred)
• Approved March 1, 2023 meeting minutes (all concurred)

Room Tax Commission

The Room Tax Commission will discuss and possibly act on a $5,000 grant request for the 2023 Wisconsin American Legion Baseball Class AAA State Tournament, and consider funding a part-time marketing position. They will also receive updates on a previously submitted grant for a mixed martial arts event and on marketing publications.

• Discussion and possible action on $5,000 grant request from American Legion Baseball of Marinette for the 2023 state tournament at City Park, July 25-29
• Update on $4,000 Room Tax Grant for a Mixed Martial Arts Event at the Community REC Center on February 11, 2023
• Discussion and possible action on using Room Tax funds for a part-time 20-hour marketing position for the City of Marinette
• Update on marketing publications presented by Shawn Katzbeck

Transportation Coordination Committee

The Transportation Coordination Committee will review the January 31, 2023, meeting minutes and discuss the status of the 2023 Shared-Ride Taxi Program. The committee will also consider a recommendation to approve a contract with Bay-Lake Regional Planning Commission.

• Recommendation to approve resolution #884 for contract 23012-06
• Contract with Bay-Lake Regional Planning Commission for technical assistance
• Contract cost not to exceed $5,000
• 2023 Shared-Ride Taxi status report and discussion

The Transportation Coordination Committee approved a contract with the Bay-Lake Regional Planning Commission for technical assistance. The committee also reviewed a first-quarter 2023 status report on taxi revenues and ridership.

• Approved meeting minutes from 01/31/23
• Approved Resolution #884 for contract 23012-06 with Bay-Lake Regional Planning Commission for technical assistance not to exceed $5,000 (4-0, 1 abstention)

Finance & Insurance Committee

The Finance & Insurance Committee recommended that the Common Council approve the purchase of a plow truck for 2025 delivery and a budget amendment for Fire Department and City Hall equipment. The committee also recommended approval of February 2023 expenditures and a new Building Inspection Fee Schedule.

• Approved February 22, 2023 meeting minutes
• Recommended Common Council approve February 2023 expenditures
• Accepted CY2023 budget report through February 2023
• Recommended Common Council approve ordering a plow truck for 2025 delivery
• Recommended Common Council approve budget amendment for Fire Dept floor apparatus, City Hall Maintenance and Engineering vehicle
• Recommended Common Council approve Building Inspection Fee Schedule from Plan Commission

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will discuss and possibly recommend to the Common Council a presentation by Fincantieri Marinette Marine regarding transport of syncrolift components on city streets, an agreement with TYCO Fire Products for the Edwin Street project, and several bid awards and contracts. The meeting includes approval of prior minutes and topics for the next meeting.

• Presentation by Fincantieri Marinette Marine on transport of syncrolift components on city streets
• Discussion of Agreement between City of Marinette and TYCO Fire Products, LP for Edwin Street and Utility Construction Project, Project No. 2022-100
• Change Order No. 2 to the Edwin Street and Utility Construction Project, Project No. 2022-100
• 2023 TAPCO Traffic Signal Preventive Maintenance Contract for $3,821.00
• Bid results for Concrete At Large and Higley Field Walkway, Project No. 2023-700

The Board of Public Works approved several recommendations for the Common Council, including a transport permit for Fincantieri Marinette Marine and a sanitary sewer agreement with TYCO Fire Products. The Board also recommended approving maintenance contracts and specific construction bids for concrete and walkway projects.

• Approved February 22, 2023 meeting minutes
• Recommended Common Council approve transport of syncrolift components on city streets (Skorik abstained)
• Recommended Common Council approve agreement with TYCO Fire Products, LP for Edwin Street and Utility Construction Project (Oitzinger opposed)
• Recommended Common Council approve Change Order No. 2 for Edwin Street and Utility Construction Project
• Recommended Common Council approve 2023 TAPCO Traffic Signal Preventive Maintenance Contract
• Recommended Common Council approve $47,840.00 bid from Ed’s Concrete & Masonry for Concrete At Large
• Recommended Common Council approve $80,840.00 bid from Triple P Inc. dba Peters Concrete Company for Higley Field Walkway

Common Council

The Common Council will hold a special meeting to consider recommendations from the Board of Public Works on three items: a presentation by Fincantieri Marinette Marine regarding transport of syncrolift components on city streets, an agreement with Tyco Fire Products related to the Edwin Street and Utility Construction Project, and a change order for that project. The Council will also discuss and possibly act on a contract with Ayres for WDNR Stewardship Grant writing services for a rails-to-trails conversion.

• Consideration of recommendation regarding presentation by Fincantieri Marinette Marine on transport of syncrolift components on city streets
• Consideration of recommendation regarding agreement between the City of Marinette and Tyco Fire Products, LP related to the Edwin Street and Utility Construction Project, Project No. 2022-100
• Consideration of recommendation regarding Change Order No. 2 to the Edwin Street and Utility Construction Project, Project No. 2022-100 (no cost change order; Tyco to pay contractor directly for additional costs)
• Discussion and possible action for contract with Ayres for WDNR Stewardship Grant writing services for CN Railroad line rails-to-trails conversion

The Common Council approved the transport of Syncrolift components on city streets and two items related to the Edwin Street and Utility Construction Project. Additionally, the council awarded a $11,000 grant writing contract to Ayres.

• Approved transport of Syncrolift components on city streets contingent on independent consultant evaluation and Fincantieri Marinette Marine paying for damages (7-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved agreement with TYCO Fire Products, LP for Edwin Street and Utility Construction Project No. 2022-100 (7-1)
• Approved Change Order No. 2 for Edwin Street and Utility Construction Project No. 2022-100 at no cost to the City (8-0)
• Approved $11,000 contract with Ayres for WDNR Stewardship Grant writing services (8-0)

Water Utility & Wastewater Commission

The Marinette Water & Wastewater Utilities Commissions are meeting jointly to discuss and possibly act on allocating unused 2022 budget funds to cover 2023 road projects, review the Waste Management contract, and hear reports from operations and business managers. They will also review paid invoices for February 2023 and approve previous meeting minutes.

• Designate $140,985.62 unused 2022 budget funds for 2023 road projects, with $108,196.99 from sewer equipment replacement account
• Discussion and possible action regarding Waste Management contract
• Presentation of Water Utility invoices paid February 1-28, 2023
• Presentation of Wastewater Utility invoices paid February 1-28, 2023
• Approval of minutes from February 27, 2023 joint meeting

The commission approved the use of $140,985.62 in unused 2022 budget funds and $108,196.99 from the sewer equipment replacement account for 2023 road projects. The Waste Management contract was also approved. Commissioners reviewed February invoice reports for both water and wastewater utilities.

• Approved designating $140,985.62 in unused 2022 budget funds and $108,196.99 from the sewer equipment replacement account for 2023 road projects
• Approved Waste Management contract
• Approved February 27, 2023 meeting minutes

Parks & Recreation Committee

The committee recommended that the Common Council approve the installation of a bird monitoring station at Higley Field. Members also received updates on the Bay Shore Walkway and the Duer Gym. Discussions were held regarding volunteer student groups in city parks.

• Approved January 16, 2023 meeting minutes
• Recommended Common Council approve bird monitoring station at Higley Field

Public Safety & Code Enforcement Committee

The committee recommended that the Common Council approve contract revisions for a rescue boat to include an extended hull warranty and engine/electronics shelf life. The committee also directed the Building Inspector to issue weekly citations for a property at 325 State St.

• Approved meeting minutes from 12/20/22 and 2/7/23
• Recommended Common Council approve rescue boat contract revisions including extended hull warranty and engine/electronics shelf life
• Instructed Building Inspector to write weekly citations for 325 State St

Planning Commission

The Marinette Plan Commission will hold a special meeting to discuss and possibly act on two site plans: one for modular office buildings replacing trailer units at 1600 Ely Street, and another for a security fence at 6 Stanton Street. The meeting is scheduled for Monday, March 20, 2023, at 12:00 pm in the Common Council Chambers.

• Site plan by UP Engineers & Architects for modular office buildings at 1600 Ely Street
• Site plan by KK Integrated Logistics for security fence at 6 Stanton Street

The Plan Commission approved two site plans for properties in the M-2 Heavy Manufacturing Zoned District. Both approvals authorize the issuance of building permits for the respective projects.

• Approved site plan for modular office buildings replacing trailer units at 1600 Ely Street (All concurred)
• Approved site plan for security fence installation at 6 Stanton Street (All concurred)

Civic Affairs, Traffic & Lights & Cemetery

The Civic Affairs, Cemetery, Traffic & Lights Committee will meet to discuss and possibly recommend actions to the Common Council, including approving a cemetery walk, purchasing a crypt, and lowering the speed limit on Pine Beach Rd. The agenda includes both decisions and discussions, with several items involving specific locations and costs.

• Consider approval of Forest Home Cemetery Walk on August 27, 2023
• Recommend purchase of crypt No. 512 at Forest Home Cemetery for $3,993.00 (minus lettering removal) from Emil & Jean Rojek
• Discussion on pedestrian caution signs on Pine Beach Rd. and Lincoln St.
• Discussion and possible action to lower speed limit on Pine Beach Rd. to 15 MPH
• Update on plant stands at Forest Home Mausoleum

The committee recommended that the Common Council approve the installation of four pedestrian caution signs and the repurchase of a cemetery crypt. They also recommended approval for a cemetery walk event in August.

• Approved minutes from 1/16/2023
• Recommended Common Council approve Forest Home Cemetery Walk for August 27, 2023
• Recommended Common Council purchase crypt No. 512 at Forest Home Cemetery for $3,993.00
• Recommended Common Council approve 2 pedestrian caution signs on Pine Beach Rd and 2 on Lincoln St
• No action taken on lowering Pine Beach Rd speed limit to 15 MPH

Joint Review Board

The Joint Review Board is meeting to consider a resolution approving the creation of Tax Incremental District No. 15, a proposed mixed-use district on the former Fleet Farm property. The board will review the public record, planning documents, and resolutions passed by the Plan Commission and Common Council. This is the final step in the district creation process.

• Consideration of resolution creating TID No. 15, a 68.71-acre mixed-use district at 2800 Roosevelt Rd.
• District includes three parcels (251-00152.003, 251-00575.000, 251-00161.003) and is north of Highway 41.
• Proposed development includes residential, hotel, commercial, and mixed-use, with no identified developer yet.
• District designated as mixed-use with 68.5% of area suitable for development and 33.2% for residential.
• Meeting follows Plan Commission and Common Council approvals of the project plan and boundaries.

The Joint Review Board approved the creation of Tax Incremental District No. 15. The board reviewed planning documents and resolutions from the Plan Commission and Common Council before the vote.

• Approved minutes from 2/1/23 meeting
• Approved JRB Resolution creating Tax Incremental District No. 15 (4-0)

Common Council

The Common Council approved several infrastructure projects, including street and utility construction on Woleske Road and Reines Street. The council also authorized a property purchase and various licensing and budget items.

• Peters Concrete Company awarded $436,985.50 for Woleske Road construction
• Peters Concrete Company awarded $404,335.50 for Reines Street construction
• Advance Construction, Inc. awarded $394,954.00 for Alley Sanitary Sewer Replacement
• Approval of up to $50,000 for City Hall maintenance
• City purchase of 0.03 acre property from Heath and Patricia Staley

The Common Council approved the creation of TID No. 15 for a 68.71-acre area known as the former Fleet Farm property. The council also approved several public works contracts for road and sewer improvements and increased daily boat launch fees.

• Approved Resolution No. 01-2023 creating Tax Incremental District No. 15 (8-1)
• Increased daily boat launch fees from $3 to $5 (9-0)
• Approved $236,786.25 bid from Peter's Concrete Company for Roosevelt Road ditch storm sewer improvements (9-0)
• Approved $143,000 adjusted bid from Fahrner Asphalt Sealers, LLC for chip seal (9-0)
• Approved $72,900 bid from Valley Mechanical for Fire Department makeup air unit (9-0)
• Approved up to $50,000 for City Hall maintenance (9-0)
• Approved $11,926.00 for VenTek International boat launch pay station (9-0)
• Approved extending the audit contract with KerberRose for three years (9-0)

Planning Commission

The Marinette Plan Commission will consider recommending two Certified Survey Maps to the Common Council for lot combinations, review several site plans for businesses including Kwik Trip, Five Below, a car wash, and KS Large Bore Pistons, and discuss Building Inspector fee structures. The meeting is a regular session with multiple action items, not just procedural business.

• Preliminary CSM for Kwik Trip lot combination at Dunlap Avenue and Madison Avenue
• CSM for KS Large Bore Pistons lot combination at Parsek Street and Angwall Drive
• Site plan for Five Below sign install at Pine Tree Mall, 2800 Roosevelt Rd
• Site plan for Marinette Car Wash at Cleveland Avenue parcels #251-969.2 and 251-969.3
• Discussion on Building Inspector Fee Structures

Planning Commission

The Marinette Plan Commission will consider several land-use items, including preliminary and final certified survey maps for lot combinations, site plans for new signs, a car wash, a building addition, and a clinic, and a proposed zoning map amendment. The commission will also discuss building inspector fee structures. Recommendations may be made to the Common Council.

• Preliminary CSM for Kwik Trip lot combination at Dunlap and Madison Avenues
• Final CSM for KS Large Bore Pistons lot combination at Parsek Street and Angwall Drive
• Site plan for Five Below sign at Pine Tree Mall, 2800 Roosevelt Rd
• Site plan for Marinette Car Wash on Cleveland Avenue
• Zoning change request for tax parcel 024-01818.001 from R-1 to RM-2

Water Utility & Wastewater Commission

The Marinette Water & Wastewater Utility Commissions are holding a joint meeting to review January 2023 invoices, approve prior meeting minutes, and receive operations and business manager reports. They will also review budget and overtime, and discuss future agenda items. A closed session is scheduled to discuss performance evaluations and compensation for the Water Utility Operations Manager and Business Manager, with possible action afterward.

• Presentation of Water Utility invoices paid January 1-31, 2023
• Presentation of Wastewater Utility invoices paid January 1-31, 2023
• Approval of minutes from January 16, 2023 joint meeting
• Budget/overtime review
• Closed session on performance evaluation/compensation for Operations Manager and Business Manager

The Commission approved salary adjustments for the Operations Manager and Business Manager based on the city's performance matrix and the consumer price index. The board also approved the January 16, 2023, meeting minutes.

• Approved salary adjustment for Operations Manager Warren Howard using city performance matrix and consumer price index
• Approved salary adjustment for Business Manager Dana Weber using city performance matrix and consumer price index
• Approved January 16, 2023 meeting minutes

Civic Affairs, Traffic & Lights & Cemetery

The Civic Affairs, Cemetery, Traffic & Lights Committee meeting scheduled for February 27, 2023, has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for Monday, March 20, 2023, at 4:30 PM. No agenda items were discussed or decided.

• Meeting cancelled
• Next meeting: March 20, 2023 at 4:30 PM

Police & Fire Commission

The Police and Fire Commission will meet to approve minutes from June 2022 and then enter closed session to conduct interviews for a Patrol Officer position, as allowed under Wisconsin law. The commission may reconvene in open session afterward to take action on the interviews. The meeting is otherwise procedural.

• Closed session to interview Patrol Officer candidates
• Approval of minutes from June 28, 2022 meeting
• Possible open session action after closed session

The commission met to conduct interviews for patrol officer positions during a closed session. No other substantive policy decisions were recorded.

• Approved minutes from the previous meeting
• Approved the meeting agenda
• Convened into closed session to conduct interviews for patrol officer positions

Finance & Insurance Committee

The Marinette Finance & Insurance Committee will consider approving January 2023 expenditures and budget reports, and discuss extending the audit contract with KerberRose for three years. They will also discuss additional funding for Fire Department floor apparatus, up to $50,000 for City Hall maintenance, and possible allocation of funds for the Doug Oitzinger lawsuit not covered by insurance. The meeting includes discussion on investing funds in T-bills for a better interest rate and budget report format.

• Extend audit contract with KerberRose for three years
• Additional funding for Fire Department Floor Apparatus
• Up to $50,000 for City Hall maintenance (air handling, carpet hazards, phone repair, office space)
• Possible allocation of funds for Doug Oitzinger lawsuit not covered by insurance
• Investing funds in T-bills for a better interest rate

The Finance & Insurance Committee recommended that the Common Council approve $40,000 from the fund balance for Fire Department Floor Apparatus and up to $50,000 for City Hall maintenance. The committee also recommended a three-year audit contract renewal with KerberRose and the investment of funds in tBills.

• Recommended Common Council approve 3-year auditing services contract with KerberRose
• Recommended Common Council set aside $40,000 from fund balance for Fire Department Floor Apparatus
• Recommended Common Council approve up to $50,000 for City Hall maintenance
• Approved creation of an account for fees associated with the Doug Oitzinger lawsuit
• Recommended Common Council approve investing funds in tBills
• Approved removal of the last column from the budget report
• Recommended Common Council approve January 2023 expenditures
• Accepted January 2023 budget report

Board of Public Works

The Marinette Board of Public Works will discuss and possibly recommend actions on several items, including bid results for construction projects, boat launch fees and pay stations, recycling during Christmas, and the 2022 MS4 storm sewer report. The board will also review handouts for the Main Street/Ludington Street/Wells Street reconstruction project and an update on a DPW vehicle purchase.

• Bid results for Fire Department Makeup Air Unit, Project No. 2023-600
• Bid results for Chip Seal, Project No. 2023-500
• Bid results for Storm Sewer Improvements Roosevelt Road Ditch, Project No. 2023-600
• Bid results for 2023 construction materials (asphalt, gravel, topsoil)
• Discussion on boat launch pay stations and fees

The Board of Public Works recommended multiple project bids and fee changes to the Common Council. These include a storm sewer project, road chip sealing, and new payment kiosks for Menekaunee Harbor.

• Recommended $236,786.25 low bid from Peter’s Concrete Company for Roosevelt Road Ditch storm sewer improvements
• Recommended $143,000 adjusted bid from Fahrner Asphalt Sealers, LLC for chip seal (removing White Street)
• Recommended $72,900.00 bid from Valley Mechanical for Fire Department Makeup Air Unit
• Recommended increasing daily boat launch fees from $3 to $5
• Recommended $11,926.00 VenTek International pay station for Menekaunee Harbor
• Recommended $104,917.00 asphalt bid from Northeast Asphalt, Inc.
• Recommended $1,100.00 gravel bid from Peters Concrete Co. and $1,805.00 topsoil bid from Havelka Construction
• Recommended approval of the 2022 Annual Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) Report

Personnel & License Committee

The Personnel and License Committee met to discuss and vote on personnel and licensing matters. They recommended the Common Council approve posting for a full-time Building Inspector, and approved recommendations for several 2023 licenses including mobile home parks, a secondhand article license, sign erector licenses, temporary beer licenses for youth hockey events, and five new operator licenses. The agenda also included a job posting for a part-time City Hall Administrative Assistant.

• Recommended posting for full-time City of Marinette Building Inspector
• Approved 2023 mobile home park licenses for Forest Glen WI MHC, LLC, Parkview Terrace WI MHC, LLC, and Foxx Glen WI MHC, LLC
• Approved 2023 secondhand jewelry license for ecoATM, LLC
• Approved annual sign erector licenses for Reinhold Sign Service, Inc., Wonder Sign, and Jones Sign Co Inc.
• Recommended temporary Class B beer licenses for Marinette Menominee Area Youth Hockey Association events at 2501 Pierce Ave.

The Personnel and License Committee recommended that the Common Council approve a part-time administrative assistant position. The committee also recommended the approval of one original beverage retail license, two temporary licenses, and six operator licenses.

• Recommended Common Council approve part-time City Hall Administrative Assistant position (all concurred)
• Recommended Common Council approve Class B Beer and Liquor Original Beverage Retail License for Los Tres Magueyes Mexican Restaurant (all concurred)
• Recommended Common Council approve Temporary Class "B" fermented Malt Beverage and wine license for St. Thomas Aquinas Academy (all concurred)
• Recommended Common Council approve Temporary Class "B" fermented Malt Beverage license for Marinette Menominee Youth Hockey Association (all concurred)
• Recommended Common Council conditionally grant operator licenses to Cayla M. Charlesworth, Erin M. Hammerberg, Angelia T. Lents, Dylan E. Oudeans, Burke J. Pihney, and Nivannah Runnoe Jr (all concurred)
• Approved meeting minutes from 1/17/23 (all concurred)

Common Council

The Marinette Common Council will meet to consider several infrastructure projects, including bids for Woleske Road, Reines Street, and an alley sanitary sewer replacement. They will also discuss a direct annexation petition, an escrow agreement with a developer, and a $4,000 state grant for urban wildlife damage abatement. The agenda includes multiple ordinances and license approvals.

• Bid results for Woleske Road, Street and Utility Construction, Project No. 2023-100
• Bid results for Reines Street, Street and Utility Construction, Project No. 2023-200
• Bid results for Alley Sanitary Sewer Replacement, Project No. 2023-300
• Ordinance No. 2506: Annexing territory from Town of Peshtigo, Tax Parcel #024-01818.001
• Urban Wildlife Damage Abatement Grant: $4,000 from Wisconsin DNR

The Common Council approved three major infrastructure projects totaling $1,236,274.00 and annexed territory from the Town of Peshtigo. Other actions included approving an escrow agreement with Midwest Expansion, LLP and various business licenses.

• Approved $436,985.50 bid from Peters Concrete Company for Woleske Road construction (9-0)
• Approved $404,335.50 bid from Peters Concrete Company for Reines Street construction (9-0)
• Approved $394,954.00 bid from Advance Construction, Inc. for Alley Sanitary Sewer Replacement (9-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 2506 to annex Tax Parcel #024-01818.001 from Town of Peshtigo (9-0)
• Approved escrow agreement with Midwest Expansion, LLP (9-0)
• Approved $5,570.61 amendment for Laboratory Testing & Sample Collection services (9-0)
• Approved hiring a full-time City Building Inspector (9-0)
• Referred airboat purchase to Public Safety Code Enforcement committee for further review

Transportation Coordination Committee

The Transportation Coordination Committee will consider a possible ridership rate increase for 2023, based on an update from the Finance Director. The committee will also review a status report on the 2023 Shared-Ride Taxi program and approve prior meeting minutes.

• Discussion and possible action on 2023 ridership rate increase
• 2023 Shared-Ride Taxi status report and discussion
• Approval of November 8, 2022 meeting minutes

The committee approved a $2.00 increase for daily ridership fees following a report that the taxi audit had a $41,000 deficiency. The committee also reviewed a status report on Shared-Ride Taxi revenues and ridership from 2019-2022.

• Approved daily ridership fee increase of $2.00 (Elderly: $3.00 to $5.00; Regular: $4.00 to $6.00) (Approved with one abstention)
• Approved meeting minutes from 11/08/23

Planning Commission

The Marinette Plan Commission will hold a public hearing and consider a resolution to establish Tax Incremental District No. 15, including its boundaries and project plan. The commission will also review several site plans for new signs, facades, buildings, and a car wash, and discuss a proposed land purchase from Heath and Patricia Staley.

• Public hearing and resolution for Tax Incremental District No. 15
• Site plan for illuminated sign at West Grove Clinic, 2545 Roosevelt Road
• Site plan for new façade at Pine Tree Mall for Five Below, 2800 Roosevelt Road
• Site plan for new building at Tyco Fire Products, 2 Stanton Street
• Site plan for car wash addition at Kwik Trip, 2103 Hall Avenue

The commission recommended the creation of a 68.71-acre tax incremental district on Roosevelt Road to the Common Council. Several business site plans for signs, facades, and new construction were approved. The commission also recommended the city purchase a small parcel of land on Bird Street for road improvements.

• Recommended approval of Resolution No. PC 01-2023 to create TID #15 (all concurred)
• Approved dusk-till-dawn illuminated sign for West Grove Clinic at 2545 Roosevelt Road (all concurred)
• Approved new facade site plan for Five Below at 2800 Roosevelt Road (all concurred)
• Approved new building site plan for Tyco Fire Products at 2 Stanton Street, contingent on deed and CSM approval (all concurred)
• Approved car wash addition site plan for Kwik Trip at 2103 Hall Avenue (all concurred)
• Recommended Common Council approve purchase of 0.03 acre parcel from Heath and Patricia Staley on Bird St (all concurred)
• Approved meeting minutes from December 7, 2022 (all concurred)

Finance & Insurance Committee

The Finance & Insurance Committee will consider approving November and December 2022 expenditures, December budget reports, and minutes from the January 10 special meeting. The Finance Director will give a report. This is a routine financial oversight meeting with no major policy decisions listed.

• Approval of November 2022 expenditures
• Approval of December 2022 expenditures
• Approval of December budget reports
• Approval of January 10, 2023 special meeting minutes
• Finance Director's report

The committee recommended that the Common Council approve the monthly expenditures for November and December 2022. The committee also accepted the City Treasurer’s year-to-date CY2022 budget report.

• Approved January 10, 2023 meeting minutes
• Recommended Common Council approve November 2022 expenditures
• Recommended Common Council approve December 2022 expenditures
• Accepted CY2022 year-to-date budget report through December 2022

Board of Public Works

The Marinette Board of Public Works will discuss and possibly recommend to the Common Council several items: adding a recycling collection week during the Christmas holiday season (costing $10,600), installing boat launch pay stations, and changing city dump fees. The board will also consider a street use permit for the Bellin Health Community Run/Walk on April 29, 2023, which would close several streets. The agenda includes routine approval of prior meeting minutes.

• Additional recycling collection week during Christmas holiday season at a cost of $10,600
• Boat launch pay stations discussion
• City dump fees discussion
• Street use permit for Bellin Health Community Run/Walk on April 29, 2023, closing Gallagher Road, Angwall Drive, and Parcek Street from 7:00 AM to 9:45 AM
• Approval of minutes from November 15, 2022 and December 6, 2022 meetings

The Board of Public Works recommended that the Common Council approve a street use permit for a community run/walk on April 29, 2023. No action was taken on proposals regarding holiday recycling collection, boat launch pay stations, or city dump fees.

• Approved meeting minutes from 11/15/22 and 12/6/22
• Recommended Common Council approve Street Use Permit for Bellin Health Community Run/Walk on April 29, 2023
• No action taken on $10,600 Waste Management quote for additional holiday recycling collection
• No action taken on boat launch auto pay station cost estimates
• No action taken on city dump fee adjustments

Personnel & License Committee

The Personnel & License Committee will discuss and possibly act on how to fill the Building Inspector position, comparing contracted versus municipal employees and reviewing how other cities handle the role. The committee will also consider several 2023 license renewals, including sign erector, secondhand jewelry dealer, and operator licenses, and may enter closed session for personnel matters.

• Discussion on Building Inspector posting: contracted vs. municipal employee; research on other cities' practices
• Sign Erector License 2023 for Reinhold Sign Service, Inc., Wonder Sign & Jones Sign Co Inc.
• Secondhand Jewelry Dealer License 2023 for Midwest Gold Buyer
• Seven new operator license applications; five recommended for approval, two for denial
• Closed session to consider sick leave award from former Union Sick Bank

The Personnel and License Committee recommended the Common Council approve the posting for a full-time Building Inspector. The committee also recommended several business licenses for mobile home parks, jewelry dealers, and beverage sales.

• Recommended Common Council approve posting for a Full Time City of Marinette Building Inspector
• Recommended Common Council approve 2023 Mobile Home Park Licenses for Forest Glen WI MHC, LLC, Parkview Terrace WI MHC, LLC, and Foxx Glen WI MHC, LLC
• Recommended Common Council approve 2023 Secondhand Jewelry license for Midwest Gold Buyer
• Granted annual Sign Erector licenses to Reinhold Sign Service, Inc., Wonder Sign, and Jones Sign Co Inc
• Recommended Common Council approve Temporary Class "B" fermented Malt Beverage license for Marinette Menominee Area Youth Hockey Association
• Recommended Common Council conditionally grant operator licenses to Cadence R. Lorenz, Regen P. Nelson, Susan M. Sargent, Samuel A. Tabares, and Johanna Torres Gonzalez

Water Utility & Wastewater Commission

The Marinette Water and Wastewater Utilities Commissions are meeting jointly to review invoices paid in November and December 2022, discuss the 2022 wastewater replacement account, and hear operational and financial reports. The agenda includes routine approvals and reports, with no major policy decisions or public hearings listed.

• Presentation of Water Utility invoices paid Nov 1-30, 2022
• Presentation of Water Utility invoices paid Dec 1-31, 2022
• Presentation of Wastewater Utility invoices paid Nov 1-30, 2022
• Presentation of Wastewater Utility invoices paid Dec 1-31, 2022
• Discussion and possible action on 2022 wastewater replacement account

The Joint Water and Wastewater Utilities Commissions approved a fund transfer for sewer replacement projects. Commissioners also reviewed utility invoices and budget reports.

• Approved transfer of $230,000 from sewer replacement account for 2022 projects
• Approved November 21, 2022 meeting minutes

Parks & Recreation Committee

The Parks and Recreation Committee is meeting to hear department reports and discuss a possible Common Council recommendation on a new City of Marinette Tourism Logo. The agenda also includes volunteer recognition and planning items for the February agenda. The meeting is largely routine, with reports from recreation, public works, and marketing staff.

• Discussion and possible Common Council recommendation regarding City of Marinette Tourism Logo
• Recreation Volunteer recognition (Adrienne Lacy)
• Executive Director of Recreation & Events report
• Recreation Superintendent report
• Public Work's Superintendent report

The committee approved the minutes from the November 21, 2022 meeting. Other activities included receiving monthly reports from recreation and public works officials and recognizing a volunteer of the year. A discussion regarding the City Tourism Logo was removed from the agenda.

• Approved November 21, 2022 meeting minutes
• Awarded Katie Wilsey 2022 Volunteer of the year award for the Community Recreation Facility

Civic Affairs, Traffic & Lights & Cemetery

The Civic Affairs, Cemetery, Traffic & Lights Committee will discuss and possibly act on installing pedestrian caution signs at Pine Beach Road and Lincoln Street, following a police department review. The agenda also includes approving the prior meeting's minutes and identifying future agenda items. The police report notes low pedestrian traffic and no specific recommendation.

• Discussion and possible action on pedestrian caution signs on Pine Beach Road and Lincoln Street
• Police report: 1 crash at Pine Beach Road/Shore Drive since 2020; traffic counts 4-35 cars per half hour
• Approve minutes of December 19, 2022 regular meeting
• Discussion to identify items for future agenda

The committee approved the meeting minutes from December 19, 2022. Members discussed the installation of pedestrian caution signs on Pine Beach Road and Lincoln Street but deferred action to conduct further research.

• Approved December 19, 2022 meeting minutes (all concurred)
• Tabled action on pedestrian caution signs for Pine Beach Road and Lincoln Street

Common Council

The Marinette Common Council will hold special committee meetings and its regular meeting on January 10, 2023. Key items include a new firefighter union contract, agreements for traffic signal rehabilitation and design, and a BIL-funded reconstruction of Madison Avenue. The council will also consider budget amendments, licenses, and a dangerous dog ordinance.

• Fire Department contract with IAFF Local 226 (2023-2024)
• State/Municipal Financial Agreement for US 41 & Cleveland Ave & Hattie St signal rehabilitation
• Mead & Hunt Professional Services Agreement for traffic signal design on US 41
• State/Municipal Financial Agreement for BIL funding to reconstruct Madison Avenue
• Ordinance No. 2505 amending dangerous dog regulations

The Common Council approved a financial agreement for the reconstruction of Madison Avenue and passed an ordinance regarding dangerous dogs. The council also authorized $15,000 for cleanup at 2060 Old Peshtigo Road and approved a new Fire Department contract.

• Approved Fire Department Contract (9-0)
• Approved state/municipal financial agreement for Madison Avenue reconstruction (9-0)
• Approved estimated $15,000 for cleanup and demolition at 2060 Old Peshtigo Road (9-0)
• Granted advance authorization for January 2023 expenditures (9-0)
• Approved Budget Amendments, Transfers and Carryover Fund Designations (7-2)
• Approved 2023 Secondhand Jewelry License for Midwest Gold Buyer (unanimous)
• Granted operator licenses to six applicants and denied one (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance No. 2505 regarding dangerous dogs involved in unprovoked fatal or severe attacks (9-0)

Planning Commission

The Marinette Planning Commission's January 4, 2023 meeting has been canceled because there are no action items to address. The notice was issued by Mayor Steve Genisot, who chairs the commission, and was posted on December 27, 2022.

• Meeting canceled for January 4, 2023 at 3:30 PM
• Reason: lack of action items