Marinette public meetings in 2025

Common Council

The Common Council will discuss a presentation from Boldt regarding building specifications and costs for relocating City Hall and the Police Department to the Armory site.

• Existing building renovation: $3,186,443 to $4,123,632
• Police garage addition (Option 1): $1,185,464 to $1,534,130
• Standalone City Hall (Light Commercial): $2,250,000 to $3,000,000
• Total scenario estimate including soft costs and design fees: $7,794,607

Personnel & License Committee

The Personnel & License Committee will consider minutes from its November 18 meeting and will decide on several 2026 license applications. Items include a temporary Class B beer permit for a Marinette Kiwanis event on February 14, 2026 at 2501 Pierce Avenue, a Sign Erector license for Reinhold Sign Service, Inc., a Manufactured Home Park license for Forest Glen, and seven new operator license applications. The committee will also address any other items placed on the agenda before adjourning.

• Temporary Class “B” beer application from Marinette Kiwanis for event on Feb 14 2026 at 2501 Pierce Avenue
• Sign Erector License for 2026 – Reinhold Sign Service, Inc.
• Manufactured Home Park License for 2026 – Forest Glen
• Consideration of seven new operator license applications
• Approval of Personnel & License Committee meeting minutes from Nov 18 2025

The Personnel & License Committee approved its meeting minutes. It recommended the Common Council approve a temporary Class B beer license for a Marinette Kiwanis event on Feb 14, 2026 at 2501 Pierce Avenue, a Mobile Home Park license for 2026 to Forest Glen, Foxx Glenn & Parkview Terrace, and an annual sign erector license for Reinhold Sign Services, Inc. The committee also conditionally recommended operator licenses for seven new applicants, with one applicant’s license contingent on paying city debts.

• Approved committee minutes (with Polzin and Mikutowski abstaining)
• Recommended Common Council approve temporary Class “B” beer license for Marinette Kiwanis event (Feb 14, 2026, 2501 Pierce Ave)
• Recommended Common Council approve Mobile Home Park license for 2026 to Forest Glen, Foxx Glenn & Parkview Terrace
• Granted annual sign erector license to Reinhold Sign Services, Inc.
• Conditionally recommended Common Council grant operator licenses to Patricia M. Beaudo
• Conditionally recommended Common Council grant operator licenses to Morgan E. Beaver
• Conditionally recommended Common Council grant operator licenses to Jedi A. Bianchetti
• Conditionally recommended Common Council grant operator licenses to Stephanie A. Francour

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will discuss a traffic study for the Pine Tree Mall area and consider action on a storm water utility audit. The meeting agenda also includes a discussion on snow plowing operations.

• Discussion on Pine Tree Mall Traffic Study
• Discussion and possible action on storm water utility audit
• Update regarding 2025/2026 snow plowing operations
• Discussion and possible action on storm water utility
• Discussion and possible action on Pine Tree Mall Traffic Study

The Board approved the minutes from the November 18th meeting. No action was taken on the storm‑water utility review RFP or the related storm‑water agenda item. The Board voted to place temporary concrete barriers at the Kwik Trip and Subway intersections on Roosevelt Road for an estimated six months.

• Approved November 18th Board of Public Works meeting minutes (all concurred, one abstention)
• No action taken on storm water utility review RFP ($26,850) after motion withdrawn
• No action taken on storm water utility agenda item
• Approved placement of temporary concrete barriers at Kwik Trip and Subway intersections for ~6 months (all concurred)

Water Utility & Wastewater Commission

The Water and Wastewater Utility Commissions will present the invoices paid for November 1‑30, 2025. They will discuss and possibly act on transferring funds from sewer and wastewater replacement accounts at Stephenson National Bank to finance 2025 capital improvement projects. The joint session will also approve the minutes from the November 17, 2025 meeting, receive reports on water loss and tax roll updates, and review the budget.

• Presentation of Water Utility invoices paid November 1‑30, 2025
• Presentation of Wastewater Utility invoices paid November 1‑30, 2025
• Discussion and possible action on transferring funds from sewer replacement account at Stephenson National Bank for 2025 CIP projects
• Discussion and possible action on transferring funds from wastewater replacement account at Stephenson National Bank for 2025 CIP projects
• Approval of minutes of the November 17, 2025 Joint Water and Wastewater Utility Meeting

Parks & Recreation Committee

The Parks & Recreation Committee will review several reports and approve the September 15, 2025 minutes. It will discuss memorial bench requests for Menekaunne Harbor and Red Arrow Park, and consider a proposal from Routine Fundamentals, LLC to convert Duer Gym into a multi‑use sports training facility. The committee will also consider items for the January agenda before adjourning.

• Recommend City Council approve Routine Fundamentals, LLC proposal to redevelop Duer Gym as a multi‑use sports training facility
• Recommend City Council approve Mark Peterson’s request for a memorial bench at Menekaunne Harbor
• Recommend City Council approve Wileen Sadowski’s request for a memorial bench at Red Arrow Park
• Approve minutes of the September 15, 2025 Parks & Recreation Committee meeting
• Consider items for the January agenda

Civic Affairs, Traffic & Lights & Cemetery

The Civic Affairs, Cemetery, Traffic & Lights Committee approved the prior meeting minutes and discussed several items. It recommended that the Common Council approve a request from Victorian Althaus to sell cemetery plots back to the city for $370 per plot. It also recommended approval of the 2026 Cemetery Walk at Forest Home Cemetery and authorized painting yellow curbing at the Wells and Stephenson Street intersection to prevent parking near the crosswalk.

• Recommendation to approve sale of cemetery plots back to the city for $370 each (Victorian Althaus)
• Recommendation to approve the 2026 Cemetery Walk at Forest Home Cemetery (date to be determined)
• Approval to paint yellow on curbing at the Wells and Stephenson Street intersection to restrict parking
• Discussion of a parking permit request for tree lawns at 219 Terrace Ave (Janette Sadowski) – no action taken
• Discussion of a parking permit request for tree lawns at 1305 Carney Blvd (Preston Kuntze) – no action taken

Public Safety & Code Enforcement Committee

The Public Safety and Code Enforcement Committee will review November 2025 activity reports from the police, fire, building inspector, and animal control departments. The committee may also take action regarding specific properties currently being monitored for code violations.

• Discussion and possible action on properties monitored for code violations
• Review of November 2025 Police Department activity reports
• Review of November 2025 Fire Department activity reports
• Review of November 2025 Building Inspector/Assessor’s Department reports
• Review of November 2025 Animal Control/Code Enforcement Officer's reports

Joint Review Board

The Joint Review Board will meet to review annual PE-300 reports and the status of several Tax Incremental Districts. The board will also appoint a public member and a chairperson. A resolution will be proposed to acknowledge the filing of these reports and compliance with annual meeting requirements.

• Review of performance and status for Tax Incremental District No. 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, and 19
• Appointment of a public member
• Appointment of a Chairperson
• Resolution Acknowledging Filing of Annual Reports and Compliance with Annual Meeting Requirement

Planning Commission

The scheduled Planning Commission meeting for December 3, 2025 at 3:30 PM was cancelled because there were no action items on the agenda.

Common Council

The Common Council will conduct a public hearing and regular meeting to discuss street discontinuance, new mural regulations, and various event agreements. The body is also considering 2026 pay raises and several business license applications.

• Public hearing and final resolution to discontinue a portion of Hosmer Street
• Ordinance No. 2546 creating new Mural Regulations under Chapter 465
• Letter of Intent with T. Spell Development Group LLC for six tax parcels
• Agreements with Johnny Wad LLC and Ricky Dean Music LLC for the 14th Annual Logging and Heritage Festival
• Recommendation to purchase cemetery plots back from Victorian Althaus for $370.00

The council approved a Letter of Intent with T. Spell Development Group for six city tax parcels by a 5‑4 vote after an amendment to remove one parcel failed. It also voted 8‑1 to take no action on the proposed wheel tax registration fee. Unanimous votes approved agreements with Johnny Wad LLC and Ricky Dean Music LLC for the July 11, 2026 Logging and Heritage Festival, as well as agreements with Marc Martel Inc and Wirth Entertainment for a February 14, 2026 event. Additional actions included a 2.7% pay raise for 2026 employees, new licenses for Avani Properties, and the adoption of two resolutions—discontinuing part of Hosmer Street (7‑2) and updating the functional classification system (9‑0).

• Approved Letter of Intent with T. Spell Development Group for six tax parcels (5‑4)
• Took no action on wheel tax registration fee (8‑1)
• Approved agreement with Johnny Wad LLC for July 11, 2026 festival (9‑0)
• Approved agreement with Ricky Dean Music LLC for July 11, 2026 festival (9‑0)
• Approved agreement with Marc Martel Inc for Feb 14, 2026 event (9‑0)
• Approved Talent Acquisition Agreement with Wirth Entertainment for Feb 14, 2026 event (9‑0)
• Approved 2.7% pay raises for 2026 employees (9‑0)
• Approved Resolution No. 19-2025 discontinuing part of Hosmer Street (7‑2)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will meet on December 1, 2025 at City Hall, 1905 Hall Avenue. Commissioners will discuss possible actions on installing the Farnsworth Mill Sign Board and the Meridian Plate Monument. Updates will be provided on the reconstruction of the Civil War monument base on Stephenson Island and the Cemetery Chapel disposition. The meeting will also consider agenda items for the next meeting before adjourning.

• Discussion and possible action on installation of the Farnsworth Mill Sign Board
• Discussion and possible action for installation of the Meridian Plate Monument
• Update on the reconstruction of the base of the Civil War monument on Stephenson Island
• Update regarding the Cemetery Chapel disposition from Civic Affairs
• Discussion and possible agenda items for the next meeting

The commission convened on December 1, 2025 at City Hall to consider agenda items such as the Farnsworth Mill sign board, a meridian plate monument, and updates on the Civil War monument and Cemetery Chapel. The minutes list only agenda topics and procedural items; no approvals, denials, or votes are documented.

Common Council

The Common Council will hold a public hearing on the proposed 2026 budget at 4:15 PM. Council members will discuss a potential Development Agreement/Letter of Intent with T. Spell Development Group for several city tax parcels. The Facade Improvement Committee will consider an $80,000 allocation for the 2026 budget. Resolutions to approve the 2026 operational budget and tax levy will be voted on.

• Discussion and possible action on Development Agreement/Letter of Intent with T. Spell Development Group for tax parcels 251-02025.000, 251-02026.000, 251-02028.000, 251-02028.001, 251-02009.000, 251-02010.000
• Consideration of $80,000 for the 2026 Facade Improvement Program (including $30,000 carry‑over from 2025)
• Resolution No. 17 – approval of the City of Marinette CY 2026 operational budget
• Resolution No. 18 – approval of the City of Marinette CY 2026 tax levy (subject to state school tax rate)
• Public hearing on the 2026 proposed budget at 4:15 PM

The council approved an $80,000 allocation for façade improvements in the 2026 budget (7-0). It adopted the 2025 operational budget (5-2) after rejecting three amendment proposals. The council also approved the 2026 operational budget (5-2) and a 2026 tax levy (7-0). A motion to postpone a letter of intent with T. Spell Development was defeated, and a motion to present a revised letter with contingencies was approved (7-0) for a Dec. 2 meeting.

• Postponement of letter of intent denied (3-4); revised letter with contingencies approved (7-0) for Dec 2
• Approved $80,000 façade improvement budget for 2026 (7-0)
• Approved CY2025 operational budget as presented (5-2)
• Failed amendment to add $100,000 to tennis court and cut playground and pool funds (3-4)
• Failed amendment to reallocate funds for alley paving, snow plowing, lawn mowing, tree removal (4-3)
• Failed amendment to increase contingency and cut other items (2-5)
• Approved CY2026 operational budget as presented (5-2)
• Approved CY2026 tax levy (7-0)

Finance & Insurance Committee

The Finance & Insurance Committee will consider and recommend a one‑year loan of up to $505,000 to fund capital outlay purchases for the 2026 budget year. It will also approve October 2025 expenditures and review the October 2025 budget reports. The committee will discuss the audit services RFP results for 2026‑2028 and may make a recommendation to the Common Council.

• Approve October 2025 expenditures
• Approve October 2025 budget reports
• Discuss and possibly recommend audit services RFP results for 2026‑2028
• Recommend a one‑year loan up to $505,000 for 2026 capital purchases
• Approve minutes from the October 21 and October 28 meetings

The Finance & Insurance Committee approved the minutes from the October meetings. It recommended the Common Council approve October 2025 expenditures and accepted the year‑to‑date 2025 budget report after correcting a formatting error. The committee also recommended approving KerberRose as the audit services provider for fiscal years 2026‑2028.

• Approved October 2025 meeting minutes (unanimously)
• Recommended Common Council approve October 2025 expenditures
• Accepted FY 2025 year‑to‑date budget report with formatting correction
• Recommended Common Council approve KerberRose audit services for CY 2026‑2028

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will meet to determine city dump availability for the 2025 Christmas season and review amenity costs for the Main Street Reconstruction Project. The board will also consider price quotes for the Stephenson Island Civil War Monument base and WDOT classification changes.

• City Dump hours for the 2025 Christmas Season
• Main Street Reconstruction Project amenities: Lee Recreation quote ($41,563.00) vs. Barley Trucking & Excavating quote ($47,387.13)
• Price quotations for Stephenson Island Civil War Monument Base footing and wall
• WDOT Functional Classification Changes

Personnel & License Committee

The Marinette Personnel & License Committee meeting will vote on a citywide pay raise for 2026. It will also review several license applications, including alcohol beverage licenses for Avani Properties LLC and Brigette Buyarski, a tobacco and vaping device retail license for Avani Properties, and a temporary beer‑and‑wine permit for a youth hockey event. Additional items include a manufactured home park license, sign erector licenses, and other operator licenses.

• Approval of pay raises for city employees in 2026
• Alcohol Beverage License Class “B” Beer for Avani Properties LLC (T & T Food and Grocery) at 1011 Marinette Ave, Unit B
• Cigarette, Tobacco, and Electronic Vaping Device retail license for Avani Properties LLC at 1011 Marinette Ave, Unit B
• Alcohol Beverage License Class “B” Beer and Class “B” Liquor for Brigette Buyarski (Cusack’s Pub) at 2206 Hall Ave
• Temporary Class “B” beer and wine permit for Marinette Menominee Area Youth Hockey Association event on Dec 13, 2025 at 2501 Pierce Ave

Civic Affairs, Traffic & Lights & Cemetery

The Civic Affairs, Cemetery, Traffic & Lights Committee will approve minutes from the August 18, 2025 meeting and discuss several resident requests. Items include a proposal from Victorian Althaus to sell cemetery plots back to the city for $370 each, a permit request by Preston Kuntze to park on the tree lawns at 1305 Carney Blvd, and a request to impose parking restrictions at the Wells Street and Stephenson Street intersection to improve visibility. The committee will also discuss planning for the 2026 cemetery walk.

• Sale of cemetery plots back to the city at $370 per plot (Victorian Althaus)
• Permit request to park on tree lawns at 1305 Carney Blvd (Preston Kuntze)
• Parking restrictions at Wells Street north of Stephenson Street intersection
• Planning for the 2026 cemetery walk (Joan Pace)
• Approval of minutes from the 8/18/2025 regular meeting

The committee unanimously approved painting yellow on the curbing 15 feet from the crosswalk at the Wells and Stephenson Streets intersection to improve visibility. It also approved the prior month’s committee minutes and recommended that the Common Council approve a plot‑sale request for $370 and the 2026 Forest Home Cemetery walk (date to be set). No action was taken on a parking‑permit request for 1305 Carney Blvd, pending clarification.

• Approved prior month committee minutes (unanimous)
• Recommended Common Council approve Victorian Althaus plot sale for $370
• Recommended Common Council approve 2026 Forest Home Cemetery walk (date TBD)
• Approved yellow curb painting 15 ft from crosswalk at Wells‑Stephenson intersection (unanimous)
• Tabled parking permit request for 1305 Carney Blvd pending clarification

Public Safety & Code Enforcement Committee

The Public Safety and Code Enforcement Committee will first approve the minutes from the September 15, 2025 meeting. It will then review the September and October 2025 activity reports from the Police Department, Fire Department, Building Inspector/Assessor’s Department, and the Animal Control/Code Enforcement Officer. No other actions are listed on the agenda.

• Approve minutes from 9/15/25 regular meeting
• Review Police Department activity reports for September and October 2025
• Review Fire Department activity reports for September and October 2025
• Review Building Inspector/Assessor’s Department activity reports for September and October 2025
• Review Animal Control/Code Enforcement Officer reports for September and October 2025

The Public Safety & Code Enforcement Committee approved the City of Marinette committee minutes from September 15, 2025. No other actions or policy decisions were taken. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved 9/15/25 committee minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Water Utility & Wastewater Commission

The Marinette Water & Wastewater Utilities Commission will review invoices for October 2025 and consider budget actions for 2026. Topics include the Water Utility budget, the Wastewater Utility budget, and the carryover of 2025 funds for road projects. The meeting will also approve minutes from the October 20, 2025 joint meeting and receive reports from the Operations and Business Managers.

• Presentation of Water Utility invoices paid October 1‑31, 2025
• Discussion and possible action on the 2026 Water Utility budget
• Discussion and possible action on carryover of 2025 funds for road projects
• Presentation of Wastewater Utility invoices paid October 1‑31, 2025
• Discussion and possible action on the 2026 Wastewater Utility budget

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Ordinance Board of Appeals will meet to discuss a variance application from Scott Rudolph to reduce side and rear yard setbacks for a garage at 1507 Colfax Street. The board will also approve minutes from a prior meeting.

• Variance application for Scott Rudolph at 1507 Colfax Street
• Approval of minutes from October 23, 2023

The Zoning Board of Appeals met with a quorum of six members and approved the minutes from the September 11, 2023 meeting. The board voted 6‑0 to grant a variance to Scott Rudolph for parcel # 251-06660.002 at 1507 COLFAX STREET, allowing a 2‑foot setback reduction for a garage. The meeting was adjourned at 4:24 PM.

• Approved September 11, 2023 Zoning Board minutes (unanimous)
• Granted variance to Scott Rudolph for 1507 COLFAX STREET, parcel # 251-06660.002 (6 ayes, 0 nays)
• Adjourned meeting at 4:24 PM (unanimous)

Facade Improvement Program

The Façade Improvement Program Review Committee will consider grant applications and extensions for properties on 1st Street and Main Street. The committee will also discuss the 2025 budget and projected 2026 budget.

• Extension of approved application for 1113 1st Street (East Side Bar and Grill) with a total cost estimate of $100,000 and grant up to $25,000
• Application for 1611 Main Street (1st Class Real Estate/Anchored Property Management) with a total cost estimate of $22,750.00
• Update on 1717 Main Street (enJOY Gifts & Gathering) with approved improvements of $2,705.25
• Discussion of Façade Improvement 2025 budget and projected 2026 budget

The committee approved the minutes from the July 22, 2025 meeting. It approved an extension of the 2024 Fall Project at 1113 1st Street through the end of 2026. For the 2025 Fall Project at 1611 Main Street the committee took no action and asked the applicant for additional information. The committee recommended that the Common Council approve an $80,000 budget for the 2026 Facade Improvement Program.

• Approved prior meeting minutes (07/22/25) – unanimous
• Approved extension of 2024 Fall Project at 1113 1st Street until end of 2026 – unanimous
• Took no action on 2025 Fall Project at 1611 Main Street; requested more information – unanimous
• Recommended Common Council approve $80,000 for 2026 Facade Improvement budget – unanimous

Planning Commission

The Marinette Planning Commission will meet on November 5, 2025 to consider several agenda items. The commission will discuss possible discontinuance of a portion of Hosmer Street and a recommendation for a new mural regulations ordinance under Chapter 465, Article XXVII. It will also review site plans for illuminated signs at 1703 Marinette Avenue and 1741 Industrial Parkway, a building addition at 2814 Harding Street, and city easements in Red Arrow Park.

• Discussion and possible action on discontinuing a portion of Hosmer Street
• Consideration of a new mural regulations ordinance (Chapter 465, Article XXVII)
• Review of site plan for an illuminated sign at Cousins Subs, 1703 Marinette Avenue
• Review of site plan for a dusk‑to‑dawn illuminated free‑standing sign at 1741 Industrial Parkway
• Review of site plan for a building addition at 2814 Harding Street

The commission unanimously approved sign site plans for Cousins Subs (1703 Marinette Ave) and KK Integrated Logistics (1741 Industrial Parkway), and a building addition for Pride Builders (2814 Harding St), authorizing the city building inspector to issue the permits. It also moved to recommend that the Common Council approve the discontinuance of a portion of Hosmer Street and adopt a new mural‑regulation ordinance with specific exceptions. All motions were seconded and approved without dissent.

• Recommend Common Council approve discontinuance of a portion of Hosmer St (unanimous)
• Recommend Common Council approve new mural‑regulation ordinance with specified exceptions (unanimous)
• Approve sign site plan for Cousins Subs at 1703 Marinette Ave and authorize sign permit (unanimous)
• Approve sign site plan for KK Integrated Logistics at 1741 Industrial Parkway and authorize sign permit (unanimous)
• Approve building addition plan for Pride Builders at 2814 Harding St and authorize building permit (unanimous)

Common Council

The Marinette Common Council will consider a two-year contract with Go Riteway for shared-ride taxi service and authorization to borrow up to $505,000. The meeting also includes discussions on a quiet zone for Ella Ct, a reimbursement agreement with Tyco Fire Products, and the mayor's veto of Ordinance No. 2545.

• Authorization to borrow up to $505,000
• Shared-ride taxi contract with Go Riteway for 2026-2027
• Discussion on quiet zone funding for Ella Ct crossing
• Reimbursement agreement with Tyco Fire Products
• Mayor's veto of Ordinance No. 2545

The council approved a reimbursement agreement with Tyco Fire Products, several event and purchase agreements, and authorized borrowing up to $505,000 through general obligation promissory notes and a tax levy. Mayor Genisot’s veto of Ordinance 2545 was upheld and sent back to the Personnel & License Committee. All votes were unanimous (9‑0 or 8‑0 as recorded).

• Approved reimbursement agreement with Tyco Fire Products (9-0)
• Approved American Powerboat Association event agreement for June 5‑7, 2026, contingent on room tax (9-0)
• Approved Cripes, Inc. (Charlie Berens) agreement, contingent on room tax (9-0)
• Approved purchase of .25 acres of Parcel No. 251-00994.001 for $11,378.85 (9-0)
• Approved borrowing up to $505,000 via general obligation promissory notes and tax levy (8-0)
• Approved 2026‑2027 Shared Ride Taxi operating contract with Go Rite‑Way (9-0)
• Approved Resolution 15-2025 for submission of 2026 shared‑ride taxi grant application (8-0)
• Mayor’s veto of Ordinance 2545 upheld; no motion to overturn (veto stands)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission meeting scheduled for November 3, 2025, has been cancelled due to a lack of quorum. The next regularly scheduled meeting will be held at a later date.

• Meeting cancelled due to lack of quorum
• Next meeting scheduled for a later date

Room Tax Commission

The Marinette Room Tax Commission will review and possibly act on the 2026 Room Tax Budget. The commission will also consider a hotel/motel annual independent audit and receive a marketing and tourism update. Minutes from the October 16, 2025 meeting will be approved.

• Approve minutes of the Room Tax Commission meeting from October 16, 2025
• Marketing and Tourism update presented by Director Shawn Katzbeck
• Discussion and possible action on a hotel/motel annual independent audit within the City of Marinette
• Discussion and possible action on the 2026 Room Tax Budget
• Identify topics for the next meeting

The commission unanimously approved the minutes from the October 16, 2025 meeting. It also unanimously approved the 2026 Room Tax Budget, noting a fund balance of approximately $648,000. No action was taken on the hotel/motel audit item. The meeting was adjourned at 11:33 PM.

• Approved October 16, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved 2026 Room Tax Budget (unanimous)
• No action taken on hotel/motel annual audit

Common Council

The Finance and Insurance Committee will discuss a possible recommendation for the 2026 budget. The Common Council will consider a development agreement with Travis Spell of T-Spell Development Group and discuss a wheel tax.

• Possible recommendation to approve 2026 budget
• Development agreement between City of Marinette and Travis Spell/T-Spell Development Group
• Discussion regarding wheel tax

The Common Council voted 9‑0 to approve Mayor Genisot's request to work with Travis Spell/T‑Spell Development Group and to seek a development agreement and land‑sale offer, with Attorney Gagan reviewing the process. A presentation on a proposed Wheel Tax was discussed, but no action was taken. No citizen comments were received.

• Approved work with T‑Spell Development Group on city‑hall project (9-0)
• No action taken on Wheel Tax discussion

Personnel & License Committee

The Marinette Personnel & License Committee will meet on Tuesday, October 21, 2025 at 4:30 p.m. in the Common Council Chambers at City Hall, 1905 Hall Avenue. The committee will review its September 16, 2025 meeting minutes and consider five new operator license applications. No other agenda items are listed.

• Review September 16, 2025 Personnel & License Committee meeting minutes
• Consider five new operator license applications

The Personnel & License Committee approved the September 16, 2025 meeting minutes. The committee voted to recommend that the Common Council approve operator licenses for Mindy M. Swick, Dayna M. Rogers, Sharyl A. Eggert, Abigail E. Irvine, and Michael S. Raleigh, contingent on each providing proof of completing a State‑approved Responsible Beverage Server class. No other actions were taken.

• Approved September 16, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Recommended Common Council approve operator licenses for Mindy M. Swick, Dayna M. Rogers, Sharyl A. Eggert, Abigail E. Irvine, Michael S. Raleigh (unanimous, contingent on Responsible Beverage Server class completion)

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works meeting scheduled for Tuesday, October 21, 2025 was cancelled. The next regular meeting will be held on Tuesday, November 18, 2025 at 4:30 p.m. in the Common Council Chambers at Marinette City Hall, 1905 Hall Avenue. No agenda items were decided or discussed at this cancelled meeting.

Water Utility & Wastewater Commission

The joint Water and Wastewater Utilities Commission will present the September 2025 invoices for both utilities and review the preliminary 2026 budgets. It will also approve the minutes from the September 8, 2025 meeting and hear reports on PFAS sampling and tax‑roll letters. The commission will conduct a general budget review and discuss possible future agenda items.

• Presentation of Water Utility invoices paid September 1‑30, 2025
• Review of preliminary 2026 Water Utility budget
• Presentation of Wastewater Utility invoices paid September 1‑30, 2025
• Review of preliminary 2026 Wastewater Utility budget
• Approval of minutes of the September 8, 2025 joint meeting

The commissioners approved the meeting agenda after a motion by M. Shaffer and a second by J. Zeratsky. They then approved the minutes of the September 8, 2025 joint water and wastewater utility meeting after a motion by K. West and a second by R. Polzin. Finally, the commission adjourned the meeting at 3:38 pm.

• Approved meeting agenda (motion carried)
• Approved September 8, 2025 joint utilities minutes (motion carried)
• Adjourned meeting at 3:38 pm (motion carried)

Civic Affairs, Traffic & Lights & Cemetery

The Civic Affairs, Cemetery, Traffic & Lights Committee meeting scheduled for October 20, 2025, has been cancelled. The next meeting is set for November 17, 2025.

• Meeting cancelled due to lack of agenda items
• Next meeting scheduled for November 17, 2025 at 4:30 PM

Parks & Recreation Committee

The Parks and Recreation Committee meeting scheduled for October 20, 2025, has been cancelled due to a lack of agenda items.

Room Tax Commission

The Room Tax Commission will review the 2025 budget, approve minutes, and discuss the 2026 budget. The group will also consider a grant application for a Logging and Heritage Festival and review a presentation by the Moyle group.

• Approval of April 23, 2025 minutes
• Update on 2025 Room Tax Budget
• Grant application for Logging and Heritage Festival ($5,950)
• Discussion on 2026 Room Tax Budget
• Presentation by the Moyle group

Room Tax Commission

The Marinette Room Tax Commission will review updates to the 2025 room tax and marketing & tourism budgets, consider a $5,950 grant request for the Logging and Heritage Festival, and discuss the tourism website and sponsored events. The commission will also discuss and possibly approve the 2026 room tax budget. Minutes from the April 23, 2025 meeting will be approved.

• Approve minutes of the Room Tax Commission meeting held on April 23, 2025.
• Update on the 2025 Room Tax Budget presented by Finance Director Jackie Miller.
• Review of a $5,950 grant request for the Logging and Heritage Festival (total event budget $30,000).
• Discussion of the tourism website (Marketing & Tourism Director Shawn Katzbeck).
• Discussion and possible approval of the 2026 Room Tax Budget (Finance Director Jackie Miller).

The Room Tax Commission unanimously approved the February 12, 2025 meeting minutes. It also approved a $10,000 grant to the Logging & Heritage Festival scheduled for July 12‑13, 2025 on Stephenson Island. The commission then adjourned the meeting at 12:27 PM.

• Approved February 12, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved $10,000 grant to Logging & Heritage Festival (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Transportation Coordination Committee

The Transportation Coordination Committee will discuss awarding a contract to GO Riteway and approving a grant application for the 2026 Shared-Ride Taxi Program. The committee will also consider a resolution to cover a local operational deficit of up to $110,000.

• Discussion on awarding Shared Ride Taxi contract to GO Riteway
• Recommendation to approve $110,000 local operational deficit portion
• Discussion on submitting 2026 Shared-Ride Taxi Program Grant Application
• Discussion on amending City Code to change voting members on the Bay-Lake Regional Planning Commission
• Approval of May 20, 2025 meeting minutes

Transportation Coordination Committee

The Transportation Coordination Committee will meet on October 15, 2025 at 1:00 PM in the Council Chambers of Marinette City Hall. The committee will discuss the Shared Ride Taxi procurement bid result and a proposed Notice of Intent to award to WisDOT. It will consider a recommendation to approve a two-year base contract with GO Riteway for the city's shared-ride taxi service. The meeting will also address resolutions to cover up to $110,000 of the program’s operational deficit and to approve the 2026 Shared‑Ride Taxi program grant application.

• Review and possible action on Shared Ride Taxi procurement bid result and WisDOT notice of intent
• Recommendation to approve 2026‑2027 two‑year base contract with GO Riteway
• Resolution #896 to cover up to $110,000 local operational deficit of the 2026 Shared‑Ride Taxi Program
• Resolution #897 to approve submission of the 2026 Shared‑Ride Taxi Program grant application due Dec 15, 2025
• Approval of May 20, 2025 Transportation Coordination Committee meeting minutes

The Transportation Coordination Committee approved the prior meeting minutes and recommended the Common Council approve a two‑year base contract with GO‑Riteway for $1,058.252. It also approved Resolution #896 to cover up to $110,000 of the 2026 shared‑ride taxi program’s operational deficit and Resolution #897 to submit a grant application for the 2026 program. Additionally, the committee recommended amending the city code to replace the Bay‑Lake Regional Planning Commission voting member with a community‑based organization representative. All motions passed, with Larry Cisewski abstaining on the three taxi‑related items.

• Approved prior meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Recommended Common Council approve GO‑Riteway 2‑year contract $1,058.252 (Larry Cisewski abstained)
• Approved Resolution #896 to assure up to $110,000 operational deficit for 2026 Shared‑Ride Taxi program (Larry Cisewski abstained)
• Approved Resolution #897 to submit 2026 Shared‑Ride Taxi grant application due Dec 15, 2025 (Larry Cisewski abstained)
• Recommended Code of Ordinances Chapter 20‑76(A)(7) change: remove Bay‑Lake Regional Planning Commission rep, add community‑based organization rep (unanimous)
• Motion to adjourn (unanimous)

Public Safety & Code Enforcement Committee

The meeting scheduled for October 20, 2025, has been cancelled due to a lack of agenda items. The next meeting is scheduled for November 17, 2025.

Common Council

The Marinette Common Council will consider several resolutions and ordinances, including authorizing the issuance and sale of up to $503,114 in sewerage system revenue bonds. It will also act on a street discontinuance, new mural regulations, and multiple development agreements. Additional items include contract awards for city electrician services and alley reconstruction.

• Resolution No. 12-2025 authorizing issuance and sale of up to $503,114 sewerage system revenue bonds
• Resolution No. 13-2025 to discontinue a portion of Hosmer Street
• Ordinance No. 2546 establishing new mural regulations under Chapter 67
• Development Agreement for Daggett St/ Shore Dr, parcel #251‑06863.00
• Recommendation to award the city electrician services contract to Graese Electric, LLC (bid $5,000)

The Common Council approved the issuance of up to $503,114 in sewerage system revenue bonds (8‑0). It also approved a $48,695 purchase of a Ford F‑150 Police Responder for the K9 squad and a maintenance agreement with Bassett Mechanical for the REC Center (both 8‑0). The council adopted a tourism website contract with Webfitters after a 4‑4 tie broken by the mayor, and passed Ordinance #2545 amending the zoning code to add “or Michigan” to residency language (8‑0).

• Approved $48,695 purchase of Ford F‑150 Police Responder for K9 squad (8‑0)
• Approved maintenance agreement with Bassett Mechanical for REC Center ice refrigeration (8‑0)
• Approved tourism website contract with Webfitters (4‑4 tie, mayor broke tie)
• Approved issuance of up to $503,114 sewerage system revenue bonds (8‑0)
• Approved Ordinance #2545 amending zoning code to add “or Michigan” (8‑0)
• Approved $139,145.40 alley reconstruction bid to start October (8‑0)
• Approved temporary Class B beer licenses for Saint Thomas Aquinas Academy (Oct 25) and Marinette Kiwanis (Nov 1) (all concurred)
• Approved 5‑year street reconstruction plan (all concurred)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission announced that the meeting scheduled for Monday, October 6, 2025 is cancelled. No agenda items will be considered on that date. The next regular meeting is set for Monday, November 3, 2025 at 10 a.m. in City Hall Conference Room 214. No decisions are pending at this time.

• Oct 6, 2025 meeting cancelled; next meeting Nov 3, 2025, 10 a.m., City Hall Conference Room 214

Planning Commission

The Marinette Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a conditional use application for Knights Autoworks at 1316 Marinette Avenue. Commissioners will vote on granting a Conditional Use Permit for auto sales and service on parcel 251-05233.001. The meeting will also discuss site plans for a storage container and fence, a sign at the same location, a monument sign for Twin City Baptist Church, and a building sign for Game Knights Cabinet.

• Vote on Conditional Use Permit for Knights Autoworks, 1316 Marinette Avenue, parcel 251-05233.001
• Discussion of storage container and fence site plan at Knights Autoworks, 1316 Marinette Avenue
• Discussion of sign application site plan at Knights Autoworks, 1316 Marinette Avenue
• Discussion of monument sign site plan for Twin City Baptist Church, 911 Elizabeth Avenue
• Discussion of building sign site plan for Game Knights Cabinet, 2100 Hall Avenue

Planning Commission

The Marinette Planning Commission meeting scheduled for September 17, 2025 at 3:30 PM was cancelled because there were no agenda items to discuss.

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will discuss possible actions on three projects: installing the Farnsworth Mill sign board, installing the Meridian Plate monument, and reconstructing the base of the Civil War monument on Stephenson Island. The commission will also receive an update on the Cemetery Chapel disposition. Finally, members will consider agenda items for the next meeting.

• Discussion and possible action on installation of the Farnsworth Mill Sign Board
• Discussion and possible action for installation of the Meridian Plate Monument
• Discussion and possible action on reconstruction of the base of the Civil War monument on Stephenson Island
• Update regarding the Cemetery Chapel disposition
• Discussion of possible agenda items for the next meeting

Finance & Insurance Committee

The Marinette Finance & Insurance Committee will approve August 2025 expenditures and budget reports, and will discuss a recommendation to the Common Council to approve a contract with Marinette County for property tax collection. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from the August 19 and September 2 meetings and a look‑ahead for items on the next agenda.

• Approve August 2025 expenditures
• Approve August 2025 budget reports
• Discuss recommendation to council to approve contract with Marinette County for property tax collection
• Approve minutes from August 19, 2025 and September 2, 2025 meetings
• Identify topics or items for the next meeting agenda

The committee unanimously approved the minutes from the August 19 and September 2, 2025 meetings. It unanimously recommended that the Common Council approve the August 2025 monthly expenditures. The committee accepted the City Treasurer’s year‑to‑date budget report for August 2025. It unanimously recommended that the Common Council approve the property‑tax‑collection agreement with Marinette County.

• Approved August 19 & September 2 meeting minutes (all concurred)
• Recommended Common Council approve August 2025 expenditures (all concurred)
• Accepted August 2025 budget report (all concurred)
• Recommended Common Council approve property tax collection agreement with Marinette County (all concurred)

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will approve minutes from the August 19 and September 2 meetings. It will discuss the 2024 street‑reconstruction project lawn restoration and the 5‑year Street Reconstruction Plan, which includes a recommendation to budget $1,000,000 for 2026. The board will also consider the Civil War Monument on Stephenson Island and the Forest Home Cemetery Chapel.

• Approve minutes of the August 19, 2025 regular meeting and September 2, 2025 special meeting
• Discussion and possible recommendation on 2024 street reconstruction project lawn restoration
• Discussion and possible recommendation on the 5‑year Street Reconstruction Plan, with a $1,000,000 budget recommendation
• Discussion and possible recommendation on the Civil War Monument on Stephenson Island
• Discussion and possible recommendation on the Forest Home Cemetery Chapel

Personnel & License Committee

The Personnel & License Committee meeting on Sept 16, 2025 will review minutes from the Aug 19, 2025 meeting, discuss a post for a full-time City Attorney, evaluate temporary Class B beer applications for events at 1200 Main St on Oct 25, 2025 and 2507 Pierce Ave on Nov 1, 2025, and consider seven new operator license applications. Recommendations may be made to the Common Council on these items.

• Review and possible action on full-time City Attorney position.
• Temporary Class B beer license for Saint Thomas Aquinas Academy event at 1200 Main St on Oct 25, 2025.
• Temporary Class B beer license for Marinette Kiwanis event at 2507 Pierce Ave on Nov 1, 2025.
• Consideration of seven new operator license applications.
• Approval of Personnel & License Committee minutes from Aug 19, 2025.

Civic Affairs, Traffic & Lights & Cemetery

The Civic Affairs, Cemetery, Traffic & Lights Committee meeting scheduled for September 15, 2025, has been cancelled because there are no agenda items to discuss.

Public Safety & Code Enforcement Committee

The Public Safety and Code Enforcement Committee will review August 2025 activity reports from the Police Department, Fire Department, Building Inspector/Assessor’s Department, and the Animal Control/Code Enforcement Officer. It will then discuss and consider possible action on properties currently being monitored for code violations. The meeting includes routine items such as calling to order, roll call, and approval of minutes from the August 18, 2025 meeting.

• Review Police Department activity reports for August 2025
• Review Fire Department activity reports for August 2025
• Review Building Inspector/Assessor’s Department activity reports for August 2025
• Review Animal Control/Code Enforcement Officer reports for August 2025
• Discussion and possible action on properties monitored for code violations

The committee approved the regular meeting minutes from 8/18/25, with two members abstaining. They discussed properties at 325 State St and 706 Main St that are on a code‑violation watch list. The committee instructed the Building Inspector to continue issuing citations weekly and to apply double the standard fee amount. The meeting was adjourned at 5:18 PM.

• Approved 8/18/25 meeting minutes (2 members abstained)
• Directed weekly citations with double fees for 325 State St and 706 Main St

Water Utility & Wastewater Commission

The Water and Wastewater Utilities Commissions will review August invoices and the current budget. The body will also discuss a potential lease agreement for the West Cleveland water tower with NMU.

• Lease agreement at West Cleveland water tower for NMU
• Water Utility invoices paid August 1, 2025-August 31, 2025
• Wastewater Utility invoices paid August 2025-August 31, 2025
• Budget review
• Operations Manager report on CMAR and water loss

The commission approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the August 18, 2025 joint meeting. Commissioners reviewed water and wastewater utility invoices and discussed renewing the lease at the West Cleveland water tower with NMU. The meeting was adjourned at 3:23 pm.

• Approved meeting agenda (motion carried)
• Approved minutes of August 18, 2025 joint meeting (motion carried)
• Adjourned meeting at 3:23 pm (motion carried)

Planning Commission

The Marinette Planning Commission will meet to discuss and potentially act on three main items: a special dispensation for banners at Fincantieri Marinette Marine, a proposed mural regulation ordinance, and the sale of a city-owned vacant residential lot. The meeting will also include routine procedural items such as approving minutes and setting future agendas.

• Special dispensation for banners/signs at Fincantieri Marinette Marine, 1600 Ely Street
• Proposed new mural regulation ordinance for MMC Chapter 67, Article VI
• Sale of city-owned vacant residential lot, Parcel #251-06577.000

The commission approved the minutes from the August 6 meeting. It authorized a sign permit for banners on Buildings 10 and 34 at Fincantieri Marinette Marine, 1600 Ely Street, and recommended that the Common Council adopt a new mural‑regulation ordinance with added residential‑zoning language. It also recommended that the Common Council approve the sale of City‑owned vacant residential lot Parcel #251-06577.000.

• Approved August 6 meeting minutes (all concurred, Lang abstained)
• Authorized City Building Inspector Demlow to issue sign permit for banners on Buildings 10 and 34 at 1600 Ely St (all concurred)
• Recommended Common Council adopt mural‑regulation ordinance with residential‑zoning language (all concurred)
• Recommended Common Council approve sale of vacant residential lot Parcel #251-06577.000 (all concurred)
• Adjourned meeting at 3:58 PM (all concurred)

Finance & Insurance Committee

The Common Council and associated committees will meet to discuss infrastructure repairs and city contracts. Key items include funding for the Forest Home Chapel roof and bid results for the Civic Center boiler replacement.

• Funding for Forest Home Chapel roof with a total quote of $15,925.58 from Overhead Solutions, LLC
• Bid results for Civic Center Boiler Replacement, Project No. 2025-950
• Professional services contracts with Rock LLC for Blues, Brews and BBQ’s and the STEEM Holiday Show
• 5-year Street Reconstruction Plan and HVAC Contract Extension with EC&D
• Temporary Class 'B' fermented malt beverage applications for Marinette Central Labor Council and M & M Shamrocks LLC

The Finance & Insurance Committee met with a quorum and, after inspecting the chapel roof, unanimously moved to recommend that the Common Council approve seeking bids for roof, gutter, and parapet wall repairs. The recommendation was seconded and all members concurred. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Recommended Common Council seek bids for roof, gutters, and parapet wall repairs (unanimous)

Common Council

The Common Council and special committees will discuss funding for the Forest Home Chapel roof and bid results for the Civic Center Boiler Replacement. The meeting also includes reviews of city budget reports and several professional services contracts.

• Funding for Forest Home Chapel roof with a quote of $15,925.58 from Overhead Solutions, LLC
• Bid results for Civic Center Boiler Replacement, Project No. 2025-950
• Professional services contracts with Rock | LLC for Blues, Brews and BBQ’s and the STEEM Holiday Show
• 5-year Street Reconstruction Plan and HVAC Contract Extension with EC&D
• Ordinance No. 2544 repealing Charter Ordinance No. 1798 and Ordinance No. 2545 amending MMC Chapter 95 (F)

The council approved a motion to permanently decommission the City Hall elevator with a 7‑2 vote. It also voted 8‑1 to remove trees and shrubs from the Main Street Plaza plan. The council approved the sale of the Daggett St/ Shore Dr parcel for $1 with a requirement for a taxable residence (9‑0). Additionally, a $1,000,000 budget for the 2026 street reconstruction plan was approved.

• Decommission City Hall elevator (7-2)
• Eliminate trees and shrubs from Main Street Plaza (8-1)
• Approve sale of Daggett St/ Shore Dr parcel for $1 with taxable residence requirement (9-0)
• Approve $1,000,000 budget for 2026 street reconstruction (all concurred)
• Approve HVAC contract extension with EC&D (9-0)
• Approve alley gravel project using remaining $50,000 budget (9-0)
• Approve low‑bid $122,000 boiler replacement for Civic Center (9-0)
• Approve Ordinance 2544 repealing Charter Ordinance No. 1798 (9-0)

Planning Commission

The Marinette Plan Commission will meet to discuss and possibly recommend a new ordinance for mural regulations in the city code. No other substantive items are listed on the agenda.

• Consideration of new mural regulations ordinance in MMC Chapter 67, Article VI

Personnel & License Committee

The Marinette Personnel and License Committee will meet to consider several temporary alcohol beverage licenses for events at City Park and Pierce Avenue, review new operator license applications, and discuss possible changes to residency ordinances. The committee will also review past meeting minutes and adjourn.

• Temporary Class B Fermented Malt Beverage license for Marinette Central Labor Council at 2301 Carney Ave. (City Park) on September 6, 2025
• Temporary Class B Fermented Malt Beverage license for M & M Shamrocks LLC at 2501 Pierce Ave. for multiple dates in 2025 and 2026
• Five new operator license applications
• Discussion and possible action regarding residency ordinances
• Review of Personnel and License Committee meeting minutes from July 15, 2025

Common Council

The Common Council will meet to discuss making an employment offer for the Superintendent of Public Works. The body will also review elevator bids and a proposed ordinance regarding filing and user fees.

• Employment offer for Superintendent of Public Works
• Board of Public Works recommendation for elevator bids
• Ordinance No. 2543: Amending Schedule A Chapter 67 to add filing fees for reports and a user fee schedule

The council voted 7‑0 to approve an employment offer to Kelly Stewart as Superintendent of Public Works with a salary of $74,000. Members agreed to present a plan for the city‑hall elevator at the September meeting after no bids were received. The council also approved Ordinance No. 2543 amending Schedule Chapter 67 and related fee sections, again by a 7‑0 vote. The meeting was adjourned at 6:32 PM.

• Approved employment offer to Kelly Stewart, Superintendent of Public Works ($74,000 salary) (7‑0)
• Agreed to present a city‑hall elevator plan at the September council meeting (unanimous concurrence)
• Approved Ordinance No. 2543 amending Schedule Chapter 67 and fee sections (7‑0)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:32 PM

Water Utility & Wastewater Commission

The Water & Wastewater Commissions will receive presentations on invoices paid in July 2025 and hear updates on 2026 street projects and alleys. They will also review the budget and minutes from the previous joint meeting.

• Presentation of Water Utility invoices paid July 1–31, 2025
• Presentation of Wastewater Utility invoices paid July 1–31, 2025
• Approval of minutes from July 21, 2025 joint meeting
• Update on 2026 street projects and alleys
• Budget review

The commission approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the July 21, 2025 joint water and wastewater meeting. Both motions were made, seconded, and carried. The meeting was then adjourned at 3:31 pm.

• Approved meeting agenda (motion carried)
• Approved July 21, 2025 joint water & wastewater minutes (motion carried)
• Adjourned meeting at 3:31 pm (motion carried)

Finance & Insurance Committee

The Finance & Insurance Committee will review July 2025 expenditures and budget reports. The body will also discuss a recommendation to the council regarding the waiver of past due interest on a specific personal property tax account.

• Approval of July 2025 expenditures
• Approval of July 2025 budget reports
• Discussion on waiving past due interest on personal property tax #251-0343
• Presentation of dividend check by Brian Klumb of Marinette Insurance and Financial Services

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will discuss several infrastructure recommendations for the Common Council, including a 5-year street reconstruction plan and a flood study for Merchant Street. The board will also review bid results for the city hall elevator cylinder replacement.

• HVAC contract extension with EC&D including a 2.7% price increase
• Bid results for city hall elevator cylinder replacement (Project 2025-900)
• Reconstruction options for nine alleys with cost estimates ranging from $17,654 to $72,422
• Merchant Street Area flood study
• Civil War Monument on Stephenson Island

The Board approved the minutes from the July 15 and August 5 meetings and adopted an agenda amendment to consider items 7 and 10 together. It made several recommendations to the Common Council, including approving an HVAC contract extension, directing action on city‑hall elevator bids, approving a gravel‑based alley repair plan using the remaining $50,000, budgeting $1,000,000 for street reconstruction in 2026, and obtaining proposals to audit the Storm Water Utility. No action was taken on the Merchant Street flood study, lawn restoration, or the Civil War Monument.

• Approved July 15 and August 5 Board of Public Works minutes (all concurred)
• Approved agenda amendment to combine items 7 and 10 (all concurred)
• Recommended Common Council approve HVAC contract extension with EC&D (all concurred)
• Recommended Common Council take action on city‑hall elevator cylinder replacement bids (no bids received) (all concurred)
• Recommended Common Council approve alley reconstruction using compacted gravel and allocate remaining $50,000 for other alley repairs (all concurred)
• Recommended Common Council obtain proposals to audit and re‑evaluate the Storm Water Utility (motion passed despite mayor opposition)
• Recommended Common Council budget $1,000,000 for street reconstruction in the 2026 budget (all concurred)

Public Safety & Code Enforcement Committee

The Public Safety and Code Enforcement Committee will meet to approve past minutes, receive July 2025 activity reports from the Police, Fire, Building Inspector/Assessor, and Animal Control/Code Enforcement departments, and discuss a potential agreement with the Marinette School District. No formal decisions are listed beyond approval of prior minutes.

• Review of July 2025 Police Department activity report
• Review of July 2025 Fire Department activity report
• Review of July 2025 Building Inspector/Assessor’s Department activity report
• Review of July 2025 Animal Control/Code Enforcement Officer’s report
• Discussion of agreement between SRO and Marinette School District

Parks & Recreation Committee

The Marinette Parks & Recreation Committee will meet on August 18, 2025, to discuss routine reports and consider a request to place a memorial bench on Stephenson Island. The meeting will also include discussions on event attendance and capital projects for parks and playgrounds.

• Discussion and possible action on Ellen Hanneman's request to place a memorial bench on Stephenson Island
• Discussion about attendance at the Eagles Tribute Band Concert and APBA Boat Races
• Discussion regarding Capital Projects for Parks & Playgrounds

Civic Affairs, Traffic & Lights & Cemetery

The Civic Affairs, Cemetery, Traffic & Lights Committee will meet to review minutes from June 16, 2025. The body will also discuss and potentially take action regarding the repair of the Cemetery Chapel roof.

• Discussion and possible action on Cemetery Chapel roof repair

The committee approved the minutes from the June 16, 2025 meeting. It also approved holding a Special Finance and Insurance Committee meeting before the September Common Council meeting to request funding for repairs to the Forest Home Cemetery chapel roof. Both actions were approved unanimously.

• Approved June 16, 2025 committee minutes (unanimous)
• Approved scheduling a Special Finance and Insurance Committee meeting before September Common Council meeting to request funds for Forest Home Cemetery chapel roof (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Marinette Plan Commission will meet to discuss and potentially take action on a site plan for a new commercial building. The project is submitted by MJB Ind. Inc for the Harbor Town Marine LLC location.

• Site plan for new commercial building at Harbor Town Marine LLC, E. 203 Russell Street

The commission approved the minutes from the July 16, 2025 meeting, with all members concurring. It also approved MJB Industrial Inc.'s site plan for a 25,575‑square‑foot boat storage warehouse at 203 E. Russell St., authorizing the building inspector to issue a permit. Both actions were adopted unanimously.

• Approved prior meeting minutes (all concurred)
• Approved MJB Ind. Inc. site plan for 25,575 SF boat storage warehouse at 203 E. Russell St (all concurred)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will meet to discuss and potentially take action on several local installations and reconstructions. The body will also review the disposition of the Cemetery Chapel and the Duer Gym Building.

• Installation of the Farnsworth Mill Sign Board
• Installation of the meridian plate Monument
• Reconstruction of the Civil War monument base on Stephenson Island
• Disposition of the Cemetery Chapel
• Discussion regarding Duer Gym Building

The commission approved the July 9 meeting minutes. It voted to refer the Civil War monument base reconstruction to the Board of Public Works. It directed Civic Affairs to review the Cemetery Chapel roof before December and approved a two‑fold effort for fundraising and long‑term use of the chapel. The meeting was adjourned at 11:27 am.

• Approved July 9 historic preservation minutes (unanimous)
• Referred Civil War monument base reconstruction to Board of Public Works (unanimous)
• Requested Civic Affairs review Cemetery Chapel roof before December (unanimous)
• Approved two‑fold effort for Cemetery Chapel fundraising and long‑term use (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 11:27 am (unanimous)

Common Council

The Common Council will discuss a cost estimate for City Hall renovations and an amendment to the TID #13 development agreement. The body is also considering several performance contracts for events and various municipal service agreements.

• Cost estimate for City Hall renovation from Boldt Construction
• Amendment to Development Agreement for TID #13
• Contract with Fair Market Assessments, Inc. for Property Assessment Services
• Bid results for Lift Station No.11, Project 2025-800
• Proposal to increase fees for cutting un-mowed lawns

The council approved moving City Hall to the Armory property on Mary St with a new 7,000‑sq‑ft design (5‑4). It also failed to override the mayor’s veto on a vacant‑lot sale (4‑5) and approved an amendment to the Development Agreement for TID #13 (9‑0). Additional actions included performance contracts for a November blues festival, a well‑installation amendment for Tyco, a fee waiver for the National Walleye Tour, and an increase in grass‑cutting fees.

• Failed to override mayor's veto on sale of vacant lot parcel #25106863.000 (4‑5)
• Approved amendment to Development Agreement for TID #13 (9‑0)
• Approved City Hall renovation concept from Boldt Construction (9‑0)
• Approved moving City Hall to Armory property on Mary St, new 7,000 sq ft design (5‑4)
• Approved performance contracts with Joe Moss and Mike Wheeler bands for Blues, Brews & BBQ on 11/1/25 at 2501 Pierce Ave (9‑0 each)
• Approved first amendment to GETS access agreement for Tyco well installation (9‑0)
• Approved waiver of fees for National Walleye Tour Championship Sep 4‑6, 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved raising grass‑cutting fees to $150 and $30 per extra 15 min (9‑0)

Common Council

The Common Council will hold a special meeting to discuss the relocation of the Armory and City Hall. Members will also review a harbor assistance program amendment and a development plat.

• Relocation of Armory and City Hall (Boldt Construction)
• Amendment #4 to Harbor Assistance Program No. 0495-20-03 with Wisconsin Department of Transportation
• TID # 13
• Elevator testing
• Resolution No. 9-2025: Final Plat for Shipyard Estates Development

The council voted 9‑0 to approve Resolution No. 09‑2025, adopting the final plat for the Shipyard Estates development. They also voted 9‑0 to remove the UW‑Library as a City Hall relocation option and to direct Boldt Construction to continue design work and cost estimates for a new City Hall at the Armory while analyzing the existing building. An amendment to the Harbor Assistance Program (No. 0495‑20‑03) with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation was approved by an 8‑0 vote, with one member abstaining. The council approved seeking bids to repair the city’s elevator, passing the motion 8‑1.

• Approved Resolution No. 09‑2025 final plat for Shipyard Estates Development (9‑0)
• Approved removal of UW‑Library as City Hall relocation option (9‑0)
• Approved Boldt Construction to refine design and cost estimates for new City Hall at Armory and conduct cost‑effective analysis of existing City Hall (9‑0)
• Approved Amendment #4 to Harbor Assistance Program No. 0495‑20‑03 with Wisconsin DOT (8‑0, 1 abstain)
• Approved seeking bids to fix elevator (8‑1)
• No action taken on TID #13 amendment

Water Utility & Wastewater Commission

The Joint Water and Wastewater Utilities Commissions will review invoices and budgets. The body will discuss and potentially take action on increasing wastewater rates.

• Discussion and possible action regarding wastewater rate increase
• Water loss and PFAS sampling updates
• Review of 2026 budget preparation
• Presentation of Water Utility invoices paid June 1, 2025-June 30, 2025
• Presentation of Wastewater Utility invoices paid June 1, 2025-June 30, 2025

The commission approved the agenda and then voted to increase the wastewater volume charge by .40 cents per 100 cubic feet, effective September 20, 2025. It also approved the minutes from the June 16, 2025 joint water and wastewater meeting. The meeting was adjourned at 3:34 pm.

• Approved meeting agenda (motion carried)
• Increased wastewater volume charge .40 cents per 100 cf effective Sep 20 2025 (motion carried)
• Approved minutes of June 16 2025 joint water and wastewater meeting (motion carried)
• Adjourned meeting at 3:34 pm (motion carried)

Public Safety & Code Enforcement Committee

The Public Safety and Code Enforcement Committee will review June 2025 activity reports from the police, fire, building inspector, and animal control departments. The committee will also consider increasing fees charged for cutting unmowed lawns.

• Discussion and possible action on increasing fees for cutting unmowed lawns
• Review of June 2025 Police Department activity reports
• Review of June 2025 Fire Department activity reports
• Review of June 2025 Building Inspector/Assessor’s Department activity reports
• Review of June 2025 Animal Control/Code Enforcement Officer's reports

The Public Safety & Code Enforcement Committee unanimously approved the June 16 meeting minutes. The committee also unanimously recommended that the Common Council direct City Engineer Miller to analyze the costs of Department of Public Works cutting un‑mowed lawns and present a fee increase proposal at the August 5 council meeting. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved June 16 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Recommended City Engineer analyze lawn‑cutting costs for fee increase (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Marinette Plan Commission will consider several sign plans and a new commercial building proposal. The body will also review a final plat for a development called Shipyard Estates.

• Final Plat for Shipyard Estates submitted by Shore Drive Development, LLC (Tax Parcel 251-01159.004)
• Site plan for a new commercial building at Tuned-In Performance, 2870 Angwall Drive
• Illuminated stand-alone sign plan for Parkview Terrace at 2430 Mary Street
• Non-illuminated stand-alone sign plan for Good Shepherd Fellowship Church, 627 Michaelis Street

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will discuss several infrastructure projects, including a state-led bridge railing replacement and a storm water study. The committee will also review lawn restoration for 2024 street projects and a request for Hometown Hero banners.

• Possible $421,625 city expenditure for additional USH 41 bridge railing replacement
• $10,500 proposal from Robert E. Lee for the 2025 Illicit Discharge and Detection Study
• Merchant Street Flooding Study presentation by Robert E. Lee
• Lawn restoration review for Edwin Street, Shing-Wa-Uk Drive, Na-Wa-Ka Drive, and Taylor Street
• Request from Mary Ihde to provide and install Hometown Hero banners

The Board approved the June 17, 2025 meeting minutes and recommended the Common Council approve placement of Hometown Hero banners on Hall Avenue. It also recommended the Council decline participation in the USH 41 railing replacement and approve a $10,500 Illicit Discharge and Detection Study. No action was taken on the 2024 street‑lawn restoration review or the Merchant Street Flooding Study.

• Approved June 17, 2025 Board of Public Works minutes
• Recommended Common Council approve Hometown Hero banners on Hall Ave
• Recommended Common Council decline participation in USH 41 railing replacement
• No action taken on 2024 street reconstruction lawn restoration
• Recommended Common Council approve $10,500 Illicit Discharge and Detection Study
• No action taken on Merchant Street Flooding Study

Personnel & License Committee

The committee will consider several alcohol beverage license applications and a sign erector license. The meeting includes a closed session to discuss candidates for the Superintendent of Public Works position.

• Sign Erector License for 2025 for Canopy Refresh, LLC
• Temporary Class B fermented malt beverage application for Marinette Menominee Youth Hockey Association (2501 Pierce Ave)
• Temporary Class B fermented malt beverage application for Triple C Riders (1600 Bridge St)
• Appointment of Successor Agent for Kwik Trip 574
• Review of 9 renewal and 8 new operator license applications

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will discuss and potentially take action on a Certificate of Appropriateness for a property on Riverside Avenue. The body will also consider the installation of a meridian plate monument and repairs to a Civil War monument.

• Certificate of Appropriateness for 2115 Riverside Avenue
• Installation of the meridian plate Monument
• Reconstruction of the base of the Civil War monument on Stephenson Island

The Historic Preservation Commission approved the regular meeting minutes from January 27, 2025, with a 5‑0 vote and one abstention. Commissioner Brad Behrendt announced his resignation due to health issues. No certificates or monument actions were approved; the commission will gather more information and coordinate with the city engineer on future work.

• Approved Jan 27, 2025 meeting minutes (5‑0, 1 abstain)
• Commissioner Brad Behrendt resigned (no vote)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission meeting scheduled for July 2, 2025, has been cancelled. The cancellation is due to a lack of agenda items.

Common Council

The Common Council will discuss capital funding priorities and a development agreement involving a taxable tax increment revenue bond. The meeting also includes reviews of alcohol license applications and a traffic study for Pine Tree Mall.

• Resolution No. 8-2025: Issuance of up to $3,400,000 taxable tax increment revenue bond to Midwest Expansion, LLP
• Agreement with Tyco Fire Products LP for Elizabeth Avenue costs reimbursement
• Pine Tree Mall Traffic Study presentation by Ayres Associates
• New alcohol and tobacco license applications for DANH Properties LLC at 1011 Marinette Ave
• Temporary Class 'B' beverage license for Marinette Elks Lodge event on July 26 at 2501 Pierce Ave

The Common Council voted 9‑0 to adopt Resolution No. 8‑2025, authorizing up to $3,400,000 in tax‑increment revenue bonds for Midwest Expansion, LLP. It also approved the sale of vacant lot Parcel #251‑06863.00 for $1.00 (5‑4) and a reimbursement agreement with Tyco Fire Products (9‑0). Additional actions included authorizing July expenditures, hiring a part‑time IT specialist, granting a temporary Class B beverage license for the Marinette Moose Lodge event, and purchasing a handicap‑accessible portable restroom for $7,650.

• Approved $3.4 M tax‑increment revenue bond (9‑0)
• Approved sale of vacant lot Parcel #251‑06863.00 for $1.00 (5‑4)
• Approved Tyco Fire Products reimbursement agreement (9‑0)
• Authorized advance payment for July 2025 expenditures (9‑0)
• Approved hiring of part‑time IT specialist at $30/hr (unanimous)
• Approved temporary Class B beverage license for Marinette Moose Lodge event (unanimous)
• Approved new alcohol beverage license for DANH Properties LLC (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of handicap‑accessible portable restroom for $7,650 (9‑0)

Planning Commission

The Plan Commission meeting scheduled for June 18, 2025, has been cancelled. The cancellation is due to a lack of agenda items.

Finance & Insurance Committee

The Finance & Insurance Committee will review May 2025 expenditures and budget reports. The body will also consider recommendations for IT support staff and repairs for the Chapel and Garage.

• Recommendation for hiring part-time IT Specialist support staff
• Recommendation for Chapel roofing and Garage siding repairs
• Approval of May 2025 expenditures
• Approval of May 2025 budget reports
• Discussion on funding for future capital items

The committee approved the April 22 and June 3 meeting minutes and recommended the Common Council approve May 2025 expenditures. It accepted the city treasurer’s year‑to‑date FY2025 budget report through May. The committee recommended the Personnel & License Committee hire a part‑time IT specialist at $30 per hour for up to 200 hours with UES as a backup. No action was taken on the chapel roofing and garage siding repairs, and the committee discussed the lack of funding for future capital projects.

• Approved April 22 and June 3 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Recommended Common Council approve May 2025 expenditures (unanimous)
• Accepted FY2025 budget report through May 20, 2025 (unanimous)
• Recommended Personnel & License Committee hire part‑time IT specialist at $30/hr, max 200 hrs, contract with UES (unanimous)
• No action taken on chapel roofing and garage siding repairs (unanimous)
• Discussed funding shortfall for future capital items (no decision)
• Adjourned the meeting at 4:40 p.m. (unanimous)

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will meet to discuss recommendations for the Common Council regarding alley reconstruction and surface treatment policies. The board will also consider a request to install Hometown Hero banners.

• Request from Mary Ihde to provide and install Hometown Hero banners
• Alley surface treatment policy
• Alley reconstruction

The Board approved the minutes from the May 20 and June 3, 2025 meetings. No action was taken on the Hometown Hero banner request or the alley surface‑treatment policy. The Board voted to recommend that the Common Council approve pulverizing reconstruction for the nine listed alleys, with any additional alleys funded up to the budget limit. The meeting was adjourned at 5:27 p.m.

• Approved May 20 and June 3, 2025 Board minutes (9‑0)
• No action on Hometown Hero banner installation/removal
• No action on alley surface‑treatment policy; policy remains unchanged
• Recommended Common Council approve pulverizing reconstruction for nine alleys (8‑1)
• Adjourned meeting (9‑0)

Personnel & License Committee

The Personnel and License Committee will discuss hiring a part-time Technology Support position to assist the City IT Specialist. The body will also review several alcohol and tobacco license applications.

• Discussion on hiring part-time IT specialist support staff
• Temporary Class B Fermented Malt Beverage application for Marinette Moose Lodge 2327 (1600 Bridge St.)
• Class A beer and intoxicating liquor license application for DANH Properties LLC (1011 Marinette Ave.)
• Cigarette, tobacco, and electronic vaping device retail license application for DANH Properties LLC (1011 Marinette Ave.)
• Review of 8 operator license renewals and 7 new operator license applications

The Personnel & License Committee unanimously recommended that the Common Council approve a part‑time IT specialist job description, a temporary Class B malt‑beverage license for Marinette Moose Lodge 2327 at 1600 Bridge St., a new Class A beer and liquor license for DANH Properties LLC at 1011 Marinette Ave., and a tobacco/vaping retail license for the same company. It also recommended six renewal licenses and denied one due to non‑compliance, and approved five new operator licenses while denying two for policy violations. All motions were moved, seconded and approved with all members concurring.

• Recommend Common Council approve Part‑Time IT Specialist job description (all concurred)
• Recommend Common Council approve Temporary Class B malt‑beverage license for Marinette Moose Lodge 2327 (event at 1600 Bridge St.) (all concurred)
• Recommend Common Council approve new Class A beer and liquor license for DANH Properties LLC (1011 Marinette Ave.) (all concurred)
• Recommend Common Council approve new tobacco, cigarette, and vaping retail license for DANH Properties LLC (1011 Marinette Ave.) (all concurred)
• Recommend Common Council approve six renewal licenses and deny Michael J. Ries’s renewal (all concurred)
• Recommend Common Council approve operator licenses for Kelly A. Angi, Cristy L. Haight, James D. Kessel, India M. Klein, Jacob T. Gamelin (all concurred)
• Recommend Common Council deny operator license for Krista J. Frenzel (all concurred)
• Recommend Common Council deny operator license for Niccole J. Spade (all concurred)

Water Utility & Wastewater Commission

The Water and Wastewater Utilities Commissions will hold a joint meeting to elect a Chairperson and Secretary. The bodies will discuss employee handbook changes, the annual CMAR report, and conduct a budget review.

• Elections for Commission Chairperson and Secretary
• Discussion and possible action on employee handbook changes
• Discussion and possible action regarding annual CMAR report
• Budget review
• Water loss update from the Operations Manager

The commission elected Ken Keller as chairperson and Barb Kopish as secretary. It approved changes to the employee handbook, including a 20‑cent hourly wage adjustment for water staff. The commission also approved the May 12 minutes, agreed to submit the annual CMAR report, and adjourned the meeting.

• Elected Ken Keller as Chairperson (motion carried)
• Elected Barb Kopish as Secretary (motion carried)
• Approved employee handbook changes and 20‑cent wage adjustment (motion carried)
• Approved minutes of May 12, 2025 joint meeting (motion carried)
• Approved submission of the annual CMAR report (motion carried)
• Approved agenda (motion carried)
• Reviewed water and wastewater invoices (no vote required)
• Adjourned meeting at 3:29 pm (motion carried)

Civic Affairs, Traffic & Lights & Cemetery

The Civic Affairs, Cemetery, Traffic & Lights Committee will discuss a request to allow ATVs on all city roads. The body will also consider a request to sell back two cemetery plots.

• Request to open all City of Marinette roads to ATVs from Mark Winters, President of Southern Marinette County ATV and UTV Club
• Request to sell back two plots in Forest Home Cemetery from Ruie Richardson for $230.00 per plot, totaling $460.00

The committee approved the prior month’s meeting minutes. It recommended the Common Council approve the sale of two Forest Home Cemetery plots for $460,000. It denied the request to open all city roads to ATVs and UTVs. The meeting adjourned at 5:22 PM.

• Approved prior month meeting minutes (all concurred)
• Recommended Common Council approve sale of two cemetery plots for $460,000 (all concurred)
• Denied request to open all city roads to ATVs and UTVs (all concurred)
• Adjourned meeting at 5:22 PM (all concurred)

Public Safety & Code Enforcement Committee

The Public Safety and Code Enforcement Committee will review May 2025 activity reports from the police, fire, building inspector, and animal control departments. The committee will also discuss and potentially take action regarding properties currently being monitored for code violations.

• Discussion and possible action on properties monitored for code violations
• Review of May 2025 Police Department activity reports
• Review of May 2025 Fire Department activity reports
• Review of May 2025 Building Inspector/Assessor’s Department reports
• Review of May 2025 Animal Control/Code Enforcement Officer’s reports

The Public Safety & Code Enforcement Committee approved the City of Marinette regular meeting minutes from May 19, 2025. No other actions or approvals were taken. The meeting was adjourned at 6:08 PM.

• Approved May 19, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Parks & Recreation Committee

The Parks and Recreation Committee will meet to consider bathroom improvements and a pocket wall at Red Arrow Park. The body will also discuss the use of remaining funds for the park and review reports from recreation and tourism directors.

• Discussion and possible action on bathroom improvements and pocket wall at Red Arrow Park
• Discussion and possible action regarding remaining funds for Red Arrow Park

The Parks & Recreation Committee unanimously approved the minutes from the April 21, 2025 meeting. The committee recommended that the Common Council approve the purchase of two handicap‑accessible portable restrooms for Red Arrow Park, costing $13,600 with a total budget limit of $20,000. No action was taken on the pocket‑wall item or on the remaining funds for Red Arrow Park. The meeting was adjourned at 4:26 PM.

• Approved April 21, 2025 committee minutes (unanimous)
• Recommended Common Council approve purchase of two handicap‑accessible portable restrooms up to $20,000 (unanimous)
• No action taken on pocket‑wall improvement at Red Arrow Park
• No action taken on remaining funds for Red Arrow Park
• Adjourned meeting at 4:26 PM (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission meeting scheduled for June 4, 2025, has been cancelled. The cancellation is due to a lack of agenda items.

Common Council

The Common Council and special committees will meet to discuss infrastructure improvements and financial reports. The Board of Public Works will review bids for downtown street work and quotes for city-wide tree stump removal.

• Bid results for Downtown Area Main Street Improvements
• Quotes for City Wide Tree Stump removal
• Approval of April 2025 expenditures and budget reports
• Recommendation to write off uncollectible accounts receivables

The council voted 9‑0 to withdraw the PFAS Equipment Project‑4699‑17 from the FY2025 Capital Works Fund Plan. It also approved the Division BMX agreement for the July 12, 2025 Logging & Heritage Festival, a professional services contract with Rock I LLC, and an engagement agreement with Booking House Inc. for a July 26, 2025 event at the Community Recreation Center. Additional actions included authorizing June 2025 expenditures, approving the April 2025 budget reports, writing off $10,074.38 in uncollectible receivables, and approving a slate of retail liquor, beer and tobacco license renewals for 2025‑2026.

• Withdraw PFAS Equipment Project‑4699‑17 from FY2025 CWFP (9‑0)
• Approve Division BMX agreement for 13th Annual Logging & Heritage Festival, July 12, 2025 (9‑0)
• Approve Contract for Professional Services with Rock I LLC (9‑0)
• Approve Engagement Agreement with Booking House Inc. for July 26, 2025 event at Community Recreation Center (9‑0)
• Authorize City Treasurer/Finance Director to pay June 2025 expenditures (9‑0)
• Approve April 2025 budget reports (9‑0)
• Write off uncollectible accounts receivable $10,074.38 (9‑0)
• Approve retail liquor, beer and tobacco license renewals for 2025‑2026 (9‑0)

Finance & Insurance Committee

The Common Council and special committees will meet to discuss infrastructure bids and financial reports. The Finance and Insurance Committee will review April 2025 expenditures and budget reports.

• Bid results for Downtown Area Main Street Improvements
• Quotes for City Wide Tree Stump removal
• April 2025 expenditures and budget reports
• Recommendation to write off uncollectible accounts receivables

The Finance & Insurance Committee recommended that the Common Council approve the April 20 25 monthly expenditures. It accepted the City Treasurer’s year‑to‑date CY20 25 budget report through April 20 25. The committee also recommended writing off five uncollectible accounts receivable totaling $ 10,074.3 8. All motions passed unanimously.

• Recommend Common Council approve April 20 25 monthly expenditures (unanimous)
• Accept City Treasurer’s year‑to‑date CY20 25 budget report through April 20 25 (unanimous)
• Recommend Common Council write off 5 uncollectible accounts receivable totaling $ 10,074.3 8 (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Common Council will hold a public hearing and vote on rezoning a specific parcel from Park District to Mixed Use District. The meeting also includes a review of the CY 2025 annual financial audit report and various liquor license renewals.

• Public hearing and action on Ordinance No. 2554 to rezone parcel 251-00015.000 from P-1 Park District to MU-Mixed Use District
• Presentation and action on the CY 2025 annual financial audit report by KerberRose, CPAs
• Engagement Agreement for Adam Tucker/ Vegas McGraw Tribute Band for a September 19, 2026 event at 2501 Pierce Ave
• Resolution No. 05-2026 to increase Municipal Court costs
• Bid results for two 2026 or newer Ford Expeditions

The commission reviewed a request to amend the 2020‑2040 Comprehensive Plan for tax parcel 251‑00015,000, changing its zoning from P‑1 Park District to M‑U Mixed Use District. After a series of unanimous findings, the commission voted to recommend that the Common Council approve the zoning amendment and the associated ordinance. The meeting was adjourned at 4:16 PM.

• Recommended to Common Council approve zoning amendment for parcel 251-00015,000 from P-1 Park District to M-U Mixed Use District (unanimous)
• Recommended to Common Council approve the proposed ordinance (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 4:16 PM (unanimous)

Common Council

The Marinette Common Council will meet as a Committee of the Whole. The primary purpose of the meeting is to hold a discussion regarding City Hall and future projects.

• Discussion regarding City Hall and Future Projects

The Common Council met on May 29, 2025, to discuss moving City Hall because the elevator is out of compliance. The discussion was open and no formal actions or votes were recorded. The meeting was adjourned at 5:15 PM after a motion to adjourn.

Planning Commission

The Marinette Plan Commission will consider a recommendation to the Common Council regarding changes to fence, retaining wall, and hedge regulations. The body will also review sign plans for two local properties.

• Proposed changes to MMC Section 465 (Article XXXVII) regarding Fences, Retaining Walls and Hedges
• Sign plan for a monument sign at Shipyard Estates, 3100 Shore Drive
• Sign plan for an illuminated monument sign at Johnson Controls, 3151 Woleske Road

The Plan Commission unanimously approved the minutes from the May 7, 2025 meeting. It recommended that the Common Council approve an amendment to MMC Section 465 concerning fences, retaining walls and hedges. The commission also approved a monument sign at 3100 Shore Drive, an illuminated sign at 3151 Woleske Road, and a commercial fence at 203 Russell Street, authorizing permits for each.

• Approved May 07, 2025 meeting minutes (all concurred)
• Recommended Common Council approve amendment to MMC Section 465 (all concurred)
• Approved monument sign plan at 3100 Shore Drive and authorized permit (all concurred)
• Approved illuminated sign plan at 3151 Woleske Road and authorized permit (all concurred)
• Approved commercial fence plan at 203 Russell Street and authorized permit (all concurred)

Planning Commission

The Plan Commission will consider a recommendation to the Common Council regarding changes to the city's fence, retaining wall, and hedge ordinances. The body will also review three specific site plans for signs and fencing.

• Proposed changes to MMC Section 465 regarding Fences, Retaining Walls and Hedges
• Monument sign plan for Shipyard Estates at 3100 Shore Drive
• Illuminated monument sign plan for Johnson Controls at 3151 Woleske Road
• Commercial fence plan for Harbor Town Marine, LLC at 203 Russell Street

Personnel & License Committee

The Marinette Personnel and License Committee will meet to review and vote on retail liquor, beer, and tobacco license renewals for 2025–2026, including 66 renewals across multiple classes. The committee will also consider new operator license applications and temporary permits for events, such as a Kiwanis boat race and a parish picnic.

• Renewal of 66 liquor/beer/tobacco licenses (Class B Fermented Malt, Class B Combination, Class A Fermented Malt, Class A Intoxicating Liquor, Tobacco)
• Temporary Class B permit for Marinette Kiwanis boat race event on Riverside Ave. June 6–8, 2025
• Temporary Class B permit for Holy Family Parish picnic at 2715 Taylor St. on August 17, 2025
• Consideration of 4 new operator license applications and 17 renewal operator license applications
• Approval of minutes from April 22, 2025 meeting

The Personnel & License Committee approved the April 22 minutes. It recommended the Common Council conditionally grant the listed retail liquor, beer and tobacco license renewals for 2025‑2026, pending state seller permits and tax compliance. The committee also recommended temporary Class B fermented malt beverage licenses for the Marinette Kiwanis boat race (June 6‑8) and Holy Family Parish picnic (August 17). Finally, it recommended approval of four new operator licenses and renewal of seventeen existing operator licenses, each contingent on required documentation.

• Approved April 22 minutes (2 abstain)
• Recommended conditional grant of listed retail liquor, beer and tobacco license renewals (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of temporary Class B fermented malt beverage license for Kiwanis boat race (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of temporary Class B fermented malt beverage license for Holy Family Parish picnic (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of four new operator licenses (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of seventeen operator license renewals (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Transportation Coordination Committee

The Marinette Plan Commission will consider a recommendation to the Common Council regarding changes to the city's fence, retaining wall, and hedge ordinances. The commission will also review sign plans for two local properties.

• Proposed changes to MMC Section 465 (Article XXXVII) regarding Fences, Retaining Walls and Hedges
• Sign plan for a monument sign at Shipyard Estates, 3100 Shore Drive
• Sign plan for an illuminated monument sign at Johnson Controls, 3151 Woleske Road

The Transportation Coordination Committee approved the minutes from the 11/11/25 meeting unanimously. After discussion, the committee took no action on the shared‑ride taxi procurement process or on a recommendation for 2025 administrative services. The meeting was then adjourned by a unanimous motion.

• Approved 11/11/25 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• No action taken on Shared Ride Taxi procurement process
• No action taken on Administrative Services recommendation for 2025
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous motion)

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will meet to discuss and potentially recommend a request from Mary Ihde to install Hometown Hero banners on city street light poles. The board is reviewing the number of available poles and banner arms along Hall Avenue and Marinette Avenue.

• Request from Mary Ihde to provide and install Hometown Hero banners

The Board approved the minutes from the April 22 regular meeting and the May 6 special meeting, with all members concurring; Alderperson Oitzinger abstained from the May 6 minutes and Alderperson Klegin abstained from both. No action was taken on Mary Ihde’s Hometown Hero banner proposal, and the Board requested a design proposal at the next meeting. The meeting was adjourned at 4:24 PM.

• Approved April 22 and May 6 meeting minutes (all concurred; Oitzinger abstained on May 6, Klegin abstained on both)
• Requested Mary Ihde submit a banner design proposal for the Hometown Hero banners (no action taken)
• Adjourned the meeting at 4:24 PM

Civic Affairs, Traffic & Lights & Cemetery

The Civic Affairs, Cemetery, Traffic & Lights Committee will meet to review minutes from the April 21 meeting and discuss two roof-related quotes for chapel maintenance. The committee may also consider a request from the Southern Marinette County ATV and UTV Club to allow ATVs on all city roads.

• Discussion and possible action on two quotes for chapel roof, gutters, and shed repairs
• Discussion and possible action on request to open all city roads to ATVs by Southern Marinette County ATV and UTV Club

The committee approved the Civic Affairs, Cemetery, Traffic & Lights Committee minutes from April 21, 2025. It recommended forwarding the Overhead Solutions bid for the cemetery garage roof ($11,204.57) to the Finance and Insurance Committee to verify funding. It also recommended forwarding the Overhead Solutions bid for the chapel roof ($15,925.58) to the same committee for funding review. The proposal to open all city streets to ATVs and UTVs was postponed pending additional crash data and a traffic study.

• Approved prior month committee minutes (04/21/2025)
• Recommended forwarding cemetery garage roof bid $11,204.57 to Finance & Insurance Committee
• Recommended forwarding chapel roof bid $15,925.58 to Finance & Insurance Committee
• Deferred discussion on opening all city roads to ATVs/UTVs (no action)

Public Safety & Code Enforcement Committee

The Public Safety and Code Enforcement Committee will hold a routine meeting to review monthly activity reports from the Police Department, Fire Department, Building Inspector/Assessor's Department, and Animal Control/Code Enforcement Officer for April 2025. No votes on ordinances or financial actions are scheduled.

• Review of Police Department activity report for April 2025
• Review of Fire Department activity report for April 2025
• Review of Building Inspector/Assessor's Department activity report for April 2025
• Review of Animal Control/Code Enforcement Officer's report for April 2025

The Public Safety & Code Enforcement Committee approved the regular meeting minutes from 4/21/25 after a motion and second, with all members concurring. The committee then adjourned the meeting by unanimous consent. No other substantive actions or votes were recorded.

• Approved 4/21/25 committee minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Harbor Commission

The Harbor Commission will discuss and possibly take action on wildlife monitoring at Menekaunee Harbor and the South Channel, as well as habitat structure monitoring and maintenance. They will also discuss buoys in the Menekaunee Channel. The meeting includes approval of previous minutes and setting the next agenda.

• Discussion and possible action on Wildlife Monitoring at Menekaunee Harbor and South Channel
• Discussion and possible action on Habitat Structure Monitoring and Maintenance
• Discussion of Menekaunee Channel Buoys
• Approval of minutes from February 13, 2025
• Topics or agenda items for next meeting

Water Utility & Wastewater Commission

This joint meeting of the Water and Wastewater Utility Commissions will elect a new chairperson and secretary. They will review paid invoices for April 2025 for both utilities and receive an operations manager report on water loss, street projects, and PFAS equipment. The agenda also includes approval of prior meeting minutes and a budget/overtime review.

• Election of Chairperson and Secretary of the Commission
• Presentation of Water Utility invoices paid April 1–30, 2025
• Presentation of Wastewater Utility invoices paid April 1–30, 2025
• Operations Manager report covering water loss, street project, and PFAS equipment update
• Budget and overtime review discussion

The commission approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the April 21, 2025 joint meeting. Elections for chairperson and secretary were postponed to next month. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved meeting agenda (motion carried)
• Approved April 21, 2025 joint meeting minutes (motion carried)
• Chairperson election postponed (tabled)
• Secretary election postponed (tabled)
• Adjourned meeting (motion carried)

Planning Commission

The Marinette Plan Commission will discuss sign plans and a solar installation site plan. The body will also consider a recommendation to the Common Council regarding the sale of a city-owned vacant residential lot.

• Sign plan for Gignac’s at 1919 Dunlap Avenue
• Building exterior sign for IronFit Studio at 1619 Golden Court
• Solar installation site plan for NWTC Marinette Campus at 1601 University Drive
• Sale of City owned vacant residential lot, Parcel #251-06863.000

The commission conditionally approved a non‑illuminated business sign for Gignac's at 1919 Dunlap Ave and approved a lit sign for IronFit Studio at 1619 Golden Court. It also approved the site plan for a solar installation at 1601 University Drive. Finally, the commission recommended that the Common Council approve the sale of City‑owned vacant lot parcel #251-06863.000 for a small home.

• Conditionally approved Gignac's sign at 1919 Dunlap Ave (all concurred)
• Approved IronFit Studio sign at 1619 Golden Court (all concurred)
• Approved solar installation site plan at 1601 University Drive (all concurred)
• Recommended Common Council approve sale of vacant lot parcel #251-06863.000 (all concurred)
• Approved prior meeting minutes (all concurred, Marx abstained)

Common Council

The council will first hold a public hearing at 4:50 PM on rezoning a portion of parcel 251-00161.003 from B-4 Highway Business to R-1 Single-Family Residential, then take action. The regular meeting includes discussion and possible action on a contract with Boldt Construction for the Police Department and City Hall, multiple contracts for the 13th Annual Logging & Heritage Festival, maintenance and stormwater agreements with Shore Drive Development, acquisition of two tax-foreclosed parcels from Marinette County, a development agreement with Midwest Expansions, and a letter of intent to purchase Duer Gym. Also on the agenda are alcohol beverage license applications and a recommendation to authorize bidding for a new K9 squad car.

• Rezoning of portion of parcel 251-00161.003 from B-4 Highway Business to R-1 Single-Family Residential
• Discussion and possible action on contract with Boldt Construction for Police Department and City Hall
• Contracts for 13th Annual Logging & Heritage Festival: Oz the band, Neon Detour, Spielbauer Fireworks, Tickler Farm Animal Encounter, Great Lakes Timber Show
• Maintenance and stormwater agreements with Shore Drive Development, LLC
• Two MOUs with Marinette County to acquire tax-delinquent parcels 251-06577.000 and 251-03036.000

The Common Council voted 8‑0 to approve a contract with Boldt Construction for renovating the Armory and City Hall, pending attorney review. It also approved several contracts for the 13th Annual Logging & Heritage Festival, a maintenance agreement and a storm‑water agreement with Shore Drive Development, and two Memoranda of Understanding to acquire tax parcels from Marinette County. Additionally, the council authorized payment of May 2025 expenditures and approved the March 2025 budget reports.

• Approved Boldt Construction contract for Armory and City Hall renovation (8‑0)
• Approved agreement with Oz the Band for the 13th Annual Logging & Heritage Festival (8‑0)
• Approved Maintenance Agreement with Shore Drive Development, LLC (8‑0)
• Approved Storm Water Agreement with Shore Drive Development, LLC (8‑0)
• Approved MOU to acquire tax parcel 251‑06577.000 (1440 Garfield) from Marinette County (8‑0)
• Approved MOU to acquire tax parcel 251‑03036.000 (325 State St) from Marinette County (8‑0)
• Authorized advance payment of May 2025 expenditures (8‑0)
• Approved March 2025 budget reports (all concurred)

Board of Public Works

The Marinette Common Council will hold a public hearing on rezoning a parcel from B-4 Highway Business to R-1 Single-Family Residential. The meeting also includes discussions on contracts for the 13th Annual Logging & Heritage Festival and a police department construction project. Procedural reports and committee minutes will be approved.

• Public hearing on rezoning parcel 251-00161.003 from B-4 to R-1
• Possible action on contract with Boldt Construction for Police Department & City Hall
• Discussion and possible action on five festival contracts for July 12 event at Stephenson Island
• Possible action on Development Agreement with Midwest Expansions LLC
• Possible action on Ordinance No. 2541 to amend rezoning

The Board of Public Works held its annual election. Ken Keller was nominated and, with no other nominations, was elected President for a one‑year term ending April 30, 2026. The motion was approved unanimously. No other actions were taken.

• Ken Keller elected Board of Public Works President (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Plan Commission will discuss and potentially recommend two final subdivision plats to the Common Council. These include developments by Shore Drive Development, LLC and Midwest Expansion, LLP.

• Final Plat of Shipyard Estates Subdivision at 3100 and 3132 Shore Drive
• Final Plat of Maplehaven Subdivision on parcel # 251-00161.003 (Old Fleet Farm Property)

The commission unanimously moved to recommend the Common Council approve the Final Plat of Shipyard Estates Subdivision at 3100 and 3132 Shore Drive. It also unanimously recommended the Common Council approve the Final Plat of Maplehaven Subdivision on parcel 251-00161.003, the former Fleet Farm property. No other actions were taken.

• Recommend Common Council approve Shipyard Estates Final Plat (3100 & 3132 Shore Drive) – unanimous
• Recommend Common Council approve Maplehaven Final Plat (parcel 251-00161.003) – unanimous

Planning Commission

The Marinette Plan Commission will hold a special meeting to discuss and possibly act on a preliminary plat for the Maplehaven Subdivision, submitted by Midwest Expansion, LLC on parcel 251-00161.003, known as the Old Fleet Farm Property. The meeting includes only this item plus procedural calls.

• Discussion and possible action on Preliminary Plat of Maplehaven Subdivision by Midwest Expansion, LLC
• Parcel 251-00161.003 (Old Fleet Farm Property)

The Marinette Planning Commission held a special meeting on April 29, 2025, with a quorum present. Commissioners approved the preliminary plat for the Maplehaven Subdivision on the former Fleet Farm property. The approval was unanimous, and the meeting was adjourned shortly thereafter.

• Approved Preliminary Plat of Maplehaven Subdivision (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Room Tax Commission

The Room Tax Commission will discuss and possibly act on a grant application from the Logging and Heritage Festival Committee for $5,950. They will also receive updates on the 2024 room tax budget and marketing and tourism efforts.

• Discussion and possible action on a $5,950 room tax grant application by Lana Bero for the Logging and Heritage Festival Committee, event July 12–13 at Stephenson Island.
• Update on the 2024 Room Tax Budget from Finance Director Jackie Miller.
• Update on marketing and tourism from Marketing & Tourism Director Shawn Katzbeck.
• Approval of minutes from the February 12, 2025 meeting.
• Topics for the next meeting.

The commission accepted the February 12, 2025 meeting minutes. It approved a $10,000 grant for the Logging & Heritage Festival scheduled for July 12‑13, 2025 on Stephenson Island. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved February 12, 2025 minutes (all concurred)
• Approved $10,000 grant to Logging & Heritage Festival (all concurred)
• Adjourned meeting (all concurred)

Planning Commission

The Marinette Plan Commission will hold a special meeting to discuss and possibly act on a preliminary plat for the Shipyard Estates subdivision. The proposal, submitted by Shore Drive Development, LLC, covers properties at 3100 and 3132 Shore Drive. No other substantive items are on the agenda.

• Discussion and possible action on Preliminary Plat of Shipyard Estates at 3100 and 3132 Shore Drive

The Marinette Planning Commission held a special meeting on April 23, 2025. After review by Public Works, Water Utilities, Fire, and the Building Inspector, the commission approved the preliminary plat for Shipyard Estates at 3100 and 3132 Shore Drive, submitted by Shore Drive Development, LLC. The motion was made by Alderperson Skorik, seconded by Commissioner Heraly, and adopted unanimously. The meeting adjourned at 3:39 PM.

• Approved Preliminary Plat for Shipyard Estates (3100 & 3132 Shore Drive) – unanimous

Personnel & License Committee

The Personnel and License Committee will consider approving new alcohol beverage licenses for two businesses: a Class A Beer license for Leos Mercado Producto Internacional at 2739 Roosevelt Road, and a Class B Beer & Liquor license for Ironworks LLC (The Lodge on Main) at 1333 Main Street. The committee will also consider temporary beer and wine licenses for American Legion Baseball events at Pedersen Ball Park, a successor agent appointment for Aldi Inc., a secondhand article license for ecoATM, and eight new and twenty-nine renewal operator licenses. A public hearing may be held on these items.

• New Class A Beer license for Leo's Mercado (2739 Roosevelt Rd)
• New Class B Beer & Liquor license for The Lodge on Main (1333 Main St)
• Temporary beer/wine licenses for American Legion Baseball at Pedersen Ball Park (14 dates in 2025)
• Appointment of successor agent for Aldi Inc. (Wisconsin)
• Secondhand article license for ecoATM, LLC

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will meet to discuss several items for potential recommendation to the Common Council. Topics include a line striping proposal and policies for alley surface treatments.

• Line Striping Proposal from Marinette County
• Policy for alley surface treatments
• Proposal from Mary Ihde to install and remove Hometown Hero banners

The Board approved the minutes from the January 21, February 4, March 4 and April 2 meetings. It unanimously recommended that the Common Council approve Marinette County’s line‑striping proposal for $19,448.30. No action was taken on the Hometown Hero banner request or the alley surface‑treatment policy. The meeting was adjourned at 5:13 PM.

• Approved minutes from Jan 21, Feb 4, Mar 4, Apr 2 meetings (all concurred)
• Recommended Common Council approve line‑striping proposal for $19,448.30 (all concurred)
• No action taken on Hometown Hero banner installation request
• No action taken on alley surface‑treatment policy proposal
• Adjourned meeting at 5:13 PM (all concurred)

Finance & Insurance Committee

The Finance & Insurance Committee will meet to approve March 2025 expenditures and budget reports. They will also consider recommending to the Common Council the purchase of an A/P Workflow package in Civic, with a presentation from IT Specialist Steve Olcott.

• Approval of March 2025 expenditures
• Approval of March 2025 budget reports
• Consideration of purchasing A/P Workflow package in Civic (presentation by Steve Olcott)

The Finance & Insurance Committee approved the March 18 minutes and accepted the city’s year‑to‑date budget report. It recommended the Common Council approve March 2025 expenditures and a $7.300 software purchase agreement with Civic Systems. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved March 18, 2025 committee minutes (unanimous)
• Recommended Common Council approve March 2025 expenditures (unanimous)
• Accepted City Treasurer’s year‑to‑date CY2025 budget report (unanimous)
• Recommended Common Council approve Software Purchase Agreement with Civic Systems for $7.300 (unanimous)

Water Utility & Wastewater Commission

The joint Water and Wastewater Utilities Commissions will discuss and possibly vote on extending water and sanitary services to two proposed developments: Midwest Expansion parcel off West Cleveland Avenue and Tycore Built LLC parcel at Constellation Way. They will also review paid invoices for March 2025, approve prior meeting minutes, hear operational reports on water loss and equipment, and review the budget.

• Presentation of Water Utility invoices paid March 1–31, 2025
• Presentation of Wastewater Utility invoices paid March 1–31, 2025
• Discussion and possible action on water/sewer extension for Midwest Expansion parcel #251-161.3 (Maplehaven Subdivision) off West Cleveland Avenue
• Discussion and possible action on water/sewer extension for Tycore Built LLC parcel #251-01159.004 at Constellation Way (University Drive and Shore Drive)
• Operations Manager report on water loss and RFQ update for wastewater bar screen equipment

The commission approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the March 17, 2025 joint meeting. It authorized extending water and sanitary services to the Midwest Expansion parcel on West Cleveland Avenue and to the Tycore Built LLC parcel on Constellation Way, each pending final approval from the Planning Commission and City Council. The meeting was adjourned at 3:44 pm.

• Approved meeting agenda (motion carried)
• Approved minutes of March 17, 2025 joint meeting (motion carried)
• Extended water and sanitary services to Midwest Expansion parcel #251-161.3-Maplehaven Subdivision, contingent on Planning Commission and City Council approval (motion carried)
• Extended water and sanitary services to Tycore Built LLC parcel #251-01159.004-Constellation Way, contingent on Planning Commission and City Council approval (motion carried)
• Adjourned meeting at 3:44 pm (motion carried)

Public Safety & Code Enforcement Committee

The Public Safety and Code Enforcement Committee will review activity reports from the Police and Fire Departments, Building Inspector, and Animal Control/Code Enforcement for early 2025. They will discuss code violations and consider authorizing the Police Department to solicit bids for a new K9 squad car.

• Review of Police Department activity reports for February and March 2025
• Review of Fire Department activity reports for February and March 2025
• Review of Building Inspector/Assessor's Department reports for February and March 2025
• Animal Control/Code Enforcement Officer's reports for January–March 2025
• Discussion and possible action to authorize soliciting bids for a new K9 squad car

The committee approved its regular meeting minutes. It recommended that the Common Council authorize the Police Department to solicit bids for a new K9 squad car. It directed the building inspector to begin issuing weekly citations to the owner of 706 Main St. No other actions were taken.

• Approved meeting minutes (all concurred)
• Recommended Common Council authorize police to solicit bids for new K9 squad car (all concurred)
• Amended agenda order to consider item #9 next (all concurred)
• Directed Building Inspector Demlow to start weekly citations for 706 Main St (all concurred)

Civic Affairs, Traffic & Lights & Cemetery

The Civic Affairs, Cemetery, Traffic & Lights Committee will meet on April 21, 2025, to discuss and possibly act on installing guardrails at 2115 Riverside Ave, discuss damage to a chapel roof, and receive an update on a street light at Stephenson St and Dunlap Ave. They will also approve minutes from the February 10, 2025 meeting.

• Discussion and possible action on guardrails at 2115 Riverside Ave
• Discussion regarding chapel roof and damage
• Update on street light at Stephenson St and Dunlap Ave
• Approval of February 10, 2025 meeting minutes

The committee approved the minutes from the February 10, 2025 meeting. It voted to keep the guardrails at 2115 Riverside Avenue as recommended by the city engineer. It also approved having the city electrician replace three street lights at Stephenson Street and Dunlap Avenue with higher‑LED fixtures and directed the cemetery foreman and city clerk to obtain quotes for a new chapel roof and gutters.

• Approved prior month committee minutes (2/10/2025) (unanimous)
• Approved guardrails at 2115 Riverside Ave remain in place (unanimous)
• Approved city electrician to replace three street lights at Stephenson St. & Dunlap Ave with higher‑LED fixtures (unanimous)
• Directed cemetery foreman and city clerk to seek quotes for a new chapel roof and gutters and forward to Finance & Insurance

Planning Commission

The Marinette Plan Commission will hold a special meeting to consider and possibly recommend amending the zoning map for a portion of Parcel 251-00161.003 from B-4 Highway Business District to R-1 Single Family Residential District. The recommendation would go to the Common Council for final action. Other items are procedural.

• Consideration of zoning map amendment for Parcel 251-00161.003 from B-4 Highway Business to R-1 Single Family Residential

The commission unanimously recommended that the Common Council schedule a public hearing on May 6, 2025 and then approve an ordinance to rezone a portion of Parcel 251‑00161.003 from the B‑4 Highway Business District to the R‑1 Single Family Residential District. The recommendation was based on findings that the proposed zoning aligns with the Comprehensive Plan and serves the public interest. No other actions were taken.

• Recommended to Common Council schedule public hearing May 6, 2025 and approve rezoning of Parcel 251-00161.003 from B-4 to R-1 (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 12:13 PM (unanimous)

Common Council

This is the annual reorganization meeting of the Marinette Common Council. The council will certify election results, administer oaths to newly elected alderpersons Ken Keller (Ward 1), Michael Wolfe (Ward 4), and Dorothy Kowalski (At-Large), and elect a council president and plan commission representative. Resolutions will be considered to set surety bonds for city officials (Treasurer $50,000; others $10,000) and designate public depositories. The mayor will also present appointments to citizen boards and committees.

• Oath of office administered to new alderpersons Ken Keller (Ward 1), Michael Wolfe (Ward 4), Dorothy Kowalski (At-Large)
• Resolution 05-2025: surety bonds for city officials – Treasurer $50,000, others $10,000
• Resolution 06-2025: designation of public depositories (11 banks and credit unions)
• Election of Common Council President for one-year term
• Mayor's appointments to citizen boards and committees (handout at meeting)

The Common Council elected Dorothy Kowalski as Council President by a majority silent ballot. Jeff Skorik was elected as the Council Representative on the Plan Commission with a unanimous 9‑aye vote. The Council approved Resolution 05‑2025 to renew annual surety bonds for city officials, voting 9‑0. It also approved Resolution 06‑2025 designating eleven banks as official depositories and naming the mayor and clerk as signatories, voting 9‑0.

• Elected Dorothy Kowalski as Common Council President (majority silent ballot)
• Elected Jeff Skorik as Common Council Representative on Plan Commission (9‑0)
• Approved Resolution 05‑2025 renewing annual surety bonds for city officials (9‑0)
• Approved Resolution 06‑2025 designating 11 financial institutions as city depositories and naming signatories (9‑0)

Common Council

The Common Council is holding an annual adjourned meeting to conclude the 137th year of city government. The body will consider a recommendation to purchase Fire Department Engine 101 and a land sale or exchange involving specific parcels.

• Offer to purchase Fire Department Engine 101
• Sale or exchange of land from parcels #251-1152.006 and 251-1152.007 to parcel #251-3925.000

The Common Council voted 9‑0 to approve a land exchange at no cost, requiring Mr. Mike Biehl to construct a standard gravel‑base alley and for both parties to share closing costs. The council also voted 9‑0 to purchase Fire Department Engine 101 from the City of Menominee for $39,000. Both actions were adopted during the annual sine die meeting.

• Approved land exchange at $0, contingent on gravel base alley (9-0)
• Approved purchase of Fire Engine 101 for $39,000 (9-0)

Common Council

The Common Council will consider the design and construction of City Hall and the Police Department. The meeting includes decisions on property acquisitions and sales, as well as liquor license applications.

• Discussion and possible action on design and construction for City Hall and Police Department
• Possible purchase of property at 516 Bay View Court
• Possible sale of former Fleet Farm property (Tax Parcel 251-00161.003)
• Alcohol Beverage License application for MARWI HIX LLC (Holiday Inn Express and Suites) at 2601 Roosevelt Road
• Ordinance No. 2540 regarding safe and sanitary maintenance of commercial buildings

The Common Council voted 7‑2 to approve the sale of the former Fleet Farm property (Tax Parcel No. 251‑00161.003) for $325,000. The council also approved the purchase of 516 Bay View Court for $4,500, the B2B Motorsports event contract, and a contract with Boldt for the City Hall and Police Department renovation. Additional actions included authorizing April expenditures, approving a street‑use permit for an American Power Boat Association event, and adopting Ordinance No. 2540 on commercial building maintenance.

• Approved sale of former Fleet Farm property for $325,000 (7-2)
• Approved purchase of 516 Bay View Court for $4,500 (9-0)
• Approved B2B Motorsports event contract for June 6‑8, 2025 (9-0)
• Approved Boldt contract for City Hall and Police Department renovation (9-0)
• Authorized April 2025 expenditures (9-0)
• Approved street‑use permit for American Power Boat Association event June 7‑8, 2025 (9-0)
• Approved Chip Seal Coat & Spray Patch bid totaling $121,661.70 (9-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2540 amending commercial building maintenance requirements (9-0)

Planning Commission

The Marinette Plan Commission meeting scheduled for April 2, 2025, at 3:30 PM has been cancelled because there were no items to consider. No decisions or discussions will take place at this meeting.

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will consider purchasing a property at 516 Bay View Court, review a new alcohol beverage license application for Holiday Inn Express (2601 Roosevelt Road), approve chip seal coat bid for Project 2025-100, and act on a street use permit for an American Power Boat Association event on June 7-8, 2025. The board also will consider a professional services agreement for railroad preemption inspection, the 2024 storm sewer system report, and an ordinance amendment for commercial building maintenance.

• Discussion and possible action on purchasing property at 516 Bay View Court
• New Alcohol Beverage License Class A Beer and Class C Liquor for Holiday Inn Express at 2601 Roosevelt Road
• Bid results for Chip Seal Coat & Spray Patch, Project No. 2025-100
• Street use permit for American Power Boat Association event on June 7-8, 2025
• Ordinance No. 2540 amending commercial building maintenance requirements

The Board of Public Works moved and seconded unanimous recommendations for the Common Council to approve a street‑use permit for a June 7‑8, 2025 event, the sole bid for the Chip Seal Coat & Spray Patch project (total $121,661.70), a professional services agreement with Mead & Hunt not to exceed $3,455.00, and the 2024 Annual Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System Report. All motions were approved without dissent.

• Recommend Common Council approve Street Use permit for June 7‑8, 2025 event (unanimous)
• Recommend Common Council approve Chip Seal Coat & Spray Patch Project No. 2025‑100, total $121,661.70 (unanimous)
• Recommend Common Council approve Mead & Hunt professional services agreement, max $3,455.00 (unanimous)
• Recommend Common Council approve 2024 Annual Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System Report (unanimous)

Common Council

The Common Council will hold a special meeting to act on a resolution authorizing the sale of $10,150,000 in general obligation promissory notes to fund the Cleveland Avenue project, Main Street project, and City Hall and Police Department relocation. The council will also consider a plan commission recommendation on a land exchange involving three parcels, and two temporary alcohol licenses for upcoming events.

• Resolution No. 03-2025 authorizing $10,150,000 in general obligation promissory notes for Cleveland Avenue project (TID 10), Main Street project (TID 11), and City Hall/Police Department relocation
• Plan commission recommendation on sale or exchange of land from Parcels #251-1152.006 and 251-1152.007 to Parcel #251-3925.000
• Temporary Class B fermented malt beverage license for Saint Thomas Aquinas Academy's 43rd Annual Auction on March 30, 2025, at 1200 Main Street
• Temporary Class B fermented malt beverage license for Marinette Menominee Area Youth Hockey Association's Police Department Cornhole Tournament on March 29, 2025, at 2501 Pierce Ave

The Common Council approved a resolution authorizing the issuance and sale of $10,150,000 in General Obligation Promissory Notes (9 ayes, 0 nays). It also approved two Temporary Class "B" fermented malt beverage licenses—one for Saint Thomas Aquinas Academy’s auction and another for the Marinette Menominee Area Youth Hockey Association’s tournament. No action was taken on the proposed land exchange of parcels #2511152.00‑6 and #251‑39125.00. The meeting adjourned at 4:42 PM.

• Approved Resolution No. 03‑2025 authorizing $10,150,000 General Obligation Promissory Notes (9 ayes, 0 nays)
• Approved Temporary Class "B" fermented malt beverage license for Saint Thomas Aquinas Academy auction (all concurred)
• Approved Temporary Class "B" fermented malt beverage license for Marinette Menominee Area Youth Hockey Association tournament (all concurred)
• No action taken on land exchange of parcels #2511152.00‑6 and #251‑39125.00
• Adjourned meeting at 4:42 PM

Personnel & License Committee

The Personnel & License Committee will consider a new Class A Beer and Class C Liquor (wine only) license for MARWI HIX LLC (Holiday Inn Express and Suites) at 2601 Roosevelt Road. They will also review temporary beer licenses for Saint Thomas Aquinas Academy's annual auction and the Marinette Menominee Area Youth Hockey Association's cornhole tournament, along with several new and renewal operator license applications.

• New alcohol beverage license (Class A Beer & Class C Liquor) for Holiday Inn Express and Suites, 2601 Roosevelt Road
• Temporary Class B beer license for Saint Thomas Aquinas Academy 43rd Annual Auction, March 30, 1200 Main Street
• Temporary Class B beer license for Marinette Menominee Area Youth Hockey Association cornhole tournament, March 29, 2501 Pierce Ave
• Seven new operator license applications
• Two renewal operator license applications

Board of Public Works

This meeting was cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for April 15, 2025 at Marinette City Hall.

Finance & Insurance Committee

The Finance & Insurance Committee will consider approval of February 2025 expenditures and budget reports, along with minutes from the prior meeting. No major policy decisions or public hearings are scheduled.

• Approval of February 2025 expenditures
• Approval of February 2025 budget reports
• Approval of minutes from February 11, 2025 meeting

The Finance & Insurance Committee met with a quorum present and approved the February 11, 2025 meeting minutes, February 2025 expenditures, and the year-to-date CY2025 budget report through February. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting adjourned after about two minutes.

• Approved February 11, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Recommended Common Council approve February 2025 expenditures (unanimous)
• Accepted year-to-date CY2025 budget report through February (unanimous)

Water Utility & Wastewater Commission

The joint commission will review water and wastewater invoices paid in February, hear an operations report on water loss and equipment, and receive a business manager report on resuming disconnects in April. A budget review and a closed session for performance evaluations of the operations and business managers are also scheduled.

• Presentation of Water Utility invoices paid February 2025
• Presentation of Wastewater Utility invoices paid February 2025
• Operations Manager Report: water loss and update on WWTP equipment
• Business Manager Report: Resuming disconnects in April
• Closed session for performance evaluation/compensation of Operations Manager and Business Manager

The Marinette Water & Wastewater Utility Commission approved using the city's performance matrix and consumer price index to adjust salaries for Operations Manager Warren Howard and Business Manager Dana Weber, effective January 1, 2025. The commission also reviewed February invoices, approved the previous meeting's minutes, and discussed operational updates including leak repairs, pump programming, and a PFAS equipment grant. No public comment was made.

• Approved salary adjustments for Warren Howard and Dana Weber using performance matrix and CPI, effective Jan 1, 2025 (6-0)
• Approved agenda (motion carried)
• Approved minutes of February 17, 2025 meeting (motion carried)
• Reviewed Water Utility invoices paid Feb 1-28, 2025
• Reviewed Wastewater Utility invoices paid Feb 1-28, 2025

Public Safety & Code Enforcement Committee

The Public Safety and Code Enforcement Committee meeting scheduled for March 17, 2025 has been cancelled due to a lack of agenda items. The next regular meeting is set for Monday, April 21, 2025 at 5 PM.

• No items were placed on the agenda; meeting cancelled.

Civic Affairs, Traffic & Lights & Cemetery

The Civic Affairs, Cemetery, Traffic & Lights Committee meeting scheduled for March 17, 2025 has been cancelled due to no agenda items. The next regular meeting is set for April 21, 2025.

Parks & Recreation Committee

The Parks and Recreation Committee meeting scheduled for March 17, 2025 has been cancelled due to no agenda items to discuss.

Planning Commission

The Marinette Plan Commission will consider a site plan for an apartment complex and a lease agreement for a county tax parcel. The body will also review proposed amendments to commercial building maintenance requirements.

• Site plan for Shipyard Estates Apartment Site at 3100 Shore Drive submitted by Tycore Built, LLC
• Proposed amendments to MMC Chapter 173-56 regarding safe and sanitary maintenance of commercial buildings
• Lease and Right of First Refusal of Marinette Fuel & Dock for County Tax Parcel 251-04144.004

The Plan Commission approved the Shipyard Estates site plan for a 174-unit multi-family development at 3100 Shore Dr., directing the Building Inspector to issue a permit. They also recommended the Common Council approve a municipal code amendment on commercial building maintenance, a dock wall lease transfer to Marinette Fuel & Dock, and a land exchange with a private owner. All decisions were unanimous.

• Approved Shipyard Estates site plan for 174-unit multi-family at 3100 Shore Dr. (all concurred)
• Recommended Common Council approve amendment to Municipal Code § 173-56 for commercial building maintenance citations (all concurred)
• Recommended Common Council approve transfer of dock wall lease back to Marinette Fuel & Dock (all concurred)
• Recommended Common Council approve land exchange of 10,365 sq ft city property for 3,013 sq ft private property (all concurred)

Planning Commission

The Marinette Plan Commission will consider amending commercial building maintenance code (MMC Chapter 173-56), review a site plan from Tycore Built LLC for the Shipyard Estates apartments at 3100 Shore Drive, and discuss a lease and right of first refusal for Marinette Fuel & Dock on parcel 251-04144.004. The commission may also act on a land exchange between parcels 251-1152.006, 251-1152.007, and 251-3925.000.

• Amendment to MMC Chapter 173-56 regarding safe and sanitary maintenance of commercial buildings
• Site plan review for Shipyard Estates apartment development at 3100 Shore Drive by Tycore Built LLC
• Lease and Right of First Refusal for Marinette Fuel & Dock on tax parcel 251-04144.004
• Land exchange of area #1 (parcels 251-1152.006 and 251-1152.007) for area #2 (parcel 251-3925.000)
• Approval of minutes from January 15, 2025 regular meeting

Planning Commission

The March 5, 2025 Plan Commission meeting has been rescheduled to Thursday, March 13, 2025 at 3:30 PM. No agenda items for discussion or decision are listed in the notice.

• Meeting rescheduled from March 5 to March 13, 2025 at 3:30 PM

Common Council

The Common Council will discuss the relocation of City Hall and the Police Department and review bid results for street and sewer projects. The body is also considering a large bond sale and updates to city fees.

• Resolution No. 01-2025 for the sale of approximately $10,150,000 General Obligation Promissory Notes
• Discussion on City Hall and Police Department relocation
• Bid results for Parnell Street reconstruction (Project No. 2025-200) and Oakes Street-Pierce Avenue Alley sewer replacement (Project No. 2025-300)
• Proposed increase of NSF fees from $35 to $40
• Housing Subordination request for Loan #641 in the amount of $6,890

The Common Council approved several major items, including a $10.15 million general obligation promissory note sale, a $2.17 million bid for Parnell Street reconstruction, and a $254,259.50 sewer replacement bid. They also approved a housing subordination request, increased NSF fees, and adopted the county hazard mitigation plan. No action was taken on a letter of interest from T-Spell Development or on relocating City Hall and the Police Department.

• Approved Resolution 01-2025 for $10,150,000 GO promissory notes (9-0)
• Approved $2,168,532.65 bid to Barley Trucking & Excavating for Parnell St. reconstruction (9-0)
• Approved $254,259.50 bid to Advance Construction for sanitary sewer replacement (9-0)
• Approved $1,270.00 bid to Havelka Construction for crushed limestone (9-0)
• Approved $122,231.00 bid to Northeast Asphalt for asphalt (9-0)
• Approved $2,050.00 bid to Havelka Construction for topsoil (9-0)
• Approved housing subordination request for Loan #641 ($6,890) (9-0)
• Approved increasing NSF fees from $35 to $40 (9-0)

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will discuss and recommend on bid results for several infrastructure projects including Parnell Street reconstruction and Oakes Street sanitary sewer replacement. The Common Council will then consider those recommendations, along with a resolution to sell $10.15 million in promissory notes, a housing subordination request, and a deer abatement grant. Other business includes a letter of interest from a development group and an increase in NSF fees.

• Bid results for Parnell Street reconstruction (low bid $2,168,532.65 from Barley Trucking & Excavating)
• Bid results for Oakes Street sanitary sewer replacement (low bid $254,259.50 from Advance Construction)
• Resolution No. 01-2025 for sale of $10,150,000 General Obligation Promissory Notes, Series 2025A
• Housing subordination request for Loan #641 in amount of $6,890
• Deer abatement grant acceptance for Public Safety Committee

The Board of Public Works unanimously recommended the Common Council approve the low bid of $2,168,532.65 from Barley Trucking & Excavating for the Parnell Street Street and Utility Reconstruction project. The board also recommended approving bids for sanitary sewer replacement, gravel, asphalt, and topsoil. All recommendations were made unanimously.

• Recommended approving $2,168,532.65 bid from Barley Trucking & Excavating for Parnell Street reconstruction (unanimous)
• Recommended approving $254,259.50 bid from Advance Construction for sanitary sewer replacement on Oakes Street-Pierce Avenue Alley (unanimous)
• Recommended approving $1,270.00 bid from Havelka Construction for ¾” crushed limestone (unanimous)
• Recommended approving $122,231.00 bid from Northeast Asphalt for 2025 asphalt requirements (unanimous)
• Recommended approving $2,050.00 bid from Havelka Construction for topsoil (unanimous)

Common Council

The Common Council will hold a special meeting on February 25, 2025, at 4:15 PM in City Hall Chambers. The sole substantive item is discussion and possible action regarding the relocation of City Hall. The meeting will begin with usual procedural items and citizen comments.

• Discussion and possible action regarding relocation of City Hall

The Common Council discussed two potential sites for relocating City Hall: adjacent to the Armory and at the Community Recreation Facility. They agreed that renovating the current City Hall is not feasible due to costs. The council approved a motion to hire a firm to perform soil boring tests at the Armory to evaluate its suitability for construction.

• Approved hiring a firm for soil boring testing at the Armory (7-0)

Common Council

The Common Council is holding a special meeting to discuss and potentially take action regarding the relocation of City Hall.

• Discussion and possible action regarding relocation of City Hall

The Common Council discussed two potential sites for relocating City Hall: adjacent to the Armory and at the Community Recreation Facility. They agreed that renovating the current City Hall is not feasible due to costs. The council approved a motion to authorize Mayor Genisot and City Engineer Miller to hire a firm to perform soil boring testing at the Armory site to evaluate its suitability for construction.

• Approved hiring a firm for soil boring testing at the Armory site (7-0)

Water Utility & Wastewater Commission

The Marinette Water Utility & Wastewater Utility Commissions meet jointly to review paid invoices, approve prior meeting minutes, receive operational and business reports, review the budget, and discuss future agenda items. A closed session is scheduled to discuss performance evaluations and compensation for the Water & Wastewater Utility Operations Manager and Business Manager.

• Presentation of Water Utility invoices paid January 1–31, 2025
• Presentation of Wastewater Utility invoices paid January 1–31, 2025
• Approval of minutes from January 20, 2025 joint meeting
• Budget review
• Closed session for performance evaluation/compensation of Operations Manager and Business Manager

The joint Water and Wastewater Utility Commissions met and approved the agenda and the January 20, 2025 meeting minutes. They reviewed paid invoices for both utilities and heard an operations report on water testing, a new UV unit, and reduced water loss. No substantive policy decisions were made; the only action items were routine approvals.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved January 20, 2025 joint meeting minutes (unanimous)

Harbor Commission

The Harbor Commission will meet to approve minutes from January and discuss possible action on the Harbor Commission Plan focusing on goals and objectives. No other major decisions or financial items are on the agenda.

• Discussion and possible action regarding Harbor Commission Plan: Goals/Objectives
• Approve minutes of January 9, 2025

The Marinette Board of Harbor Commission met on February 13, 2025, and approved the January 9, 2025 meeting minutes. Commissioners discussed harbor maintenance and wildlife reporting for the Menekaunee Harbor area, including a proposed spreadsheet for documenting hazards and a QR code for wildlife information, but no formal action was taken on these items. The meeting adjourned at 4:45 PM.

• Approved January 9, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Room Tax Commission

The Room Tax Commission will discuss and possibly approve a proposal for the American Power Boat Association (APBA) boating race event scheduled for June 6-8, 2025. The commission will also receive updates on Placer.ai marketing and demographics, and the 2025 NFL Draft. The meeting includes approval of previous minutes and setting future topics.

• Approve minutes of October 31, 2024 meeting
• Update on Placer.ai marketing and demographics by Tourism & Marketing Director Shawn Katzbeck
• Update regarding the 2025 NFL Draft
• Discussion and possible approval of APBA boating race event proposal for June 6-8, 2025

The Marinette Room Tax Commission approved $41,500 for the American Power Boat Association (APBA) boating race event scheduled for June 6-8, 2025. The commission also decided to move forward with annual audits for hotels/motels, starting with fiscal year 2024, and approved the minutes from the October 31, 2024 meeting. Updates were provided on Placer.ai marketing data and 2025 NFL Draft promotion efforts.

• Approved $41,500 for APBA boating race event, June 6-8, 2025
• Approved moving forward with annual audits for hotels/motels, starting with fiscal year 2024
• Approved minutes from October 31, 2024 meeting

Room Tax Commission

The Room Tax Commission will discuss updates on marketing data and the 2025 NFL Draft, and consider approving a proposal for the American Power Boat Association boating race event scheduled for June 6-8, 2025. They will also discuss scheduling annual audits for hotels and motels in the city starting with fiscal year 2024.

• Approve minutes from October 31, 2024 meeting
• Update on Placer.ai marketing and demographics by Tourism Director Shawn Katzbeck
• Update regarding 2025 NFL Draft
• Discussion and possible approval of APBA boating race event proposal for June 6-8, 2025
• Discussion and possible action on scheduling annual audits for hotels/motels starting with fiscal year 2024

Personnel & License Committee

The Personnel & License Committee will consider a temporary Class B fermented malt beverage and wine license for the Danglefest Hockey Tournament, an alcohol beverage successor agent appointment for Kwik Trip 577, and three new operator license applications. The committee may also convene in closed session to discuss an employment matter under state law.

• Temporary Class B fermented malt beverage and wine license for Marinette Menominee Area Youth Hockey Association for Danglefest Hockey Tournament (April 4-6, 2025 at 2501 Pierce Ave)
• Consideration and possible recommendation to Common Council regarding Alcohol Beverage Appointment of Successor Agent for Kwik Trip 577
• Three new operator license applications
• Closed session to discuss employment matter under Wis. Stat. 19.85(1)(c)

Common Council

The Common Council will hold a special meeting to discuss a parking lot lease with Hurckman Mechanical Industries, Inc. The body may also enter a closed session to deliberate an offer to purchase the former Fleet Farm property.

• Discussion and possible action on a Parking Lot Lease with Hurckman Mechanical Industries, Inc.
• Closed session regarding an Offer to Purchase former Fleet Farm Property (Tax Parcel Nos. 251-00161.003 and 251-00164.009)

The Common Council approved a parking lot lease between the City of Marinette and Hurckman Mechanical Industries, Inc., with amendments to add the number of parking stalls and the street name on Exhibit A. The vote was 9-0. The council also voted 6-3 to enter closed session to discuss an offer to purchase the former Fleet Farm property, but no action was taken on that item before adjourning.

• Approved parking lot lease with Hurckman Mechanical Industries, Inc. (9-0)
• Voted to enter closed session to discuss former Fleet Farm property purchase (6-3)

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works meeting scheduled for February 11, 2025, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for March 18, 2025.

Finance & Insurance Committee

The Finance & Insurance Committee will consider approving January 2025 expenditures and budget reports, discuss hiring part-time IT staff, vote on increasing NSF fees from $35 to $40, and forward a borrowing plan for road construction, Armory remodel, and City Hall renovations to the Common Council.

• Discussion and possible action to forward borrowing of General Obligation Promissory Notes for Road Construction, Armory remodel, and City Hall
• Proposal to increase NSF fees from $35 to $40
• Discussion and possible action to hire part-time Information Services (IT) personnel
• Approval of January 2025 expenditures and budget reports

Public Safety & Code Enforcement Committee

The Public Safety and Code Enforcement Committee will meet on February 10, 2025, to approve minutes from the previous meeting and review activity reports from the Police, Fire, and Building Inspector departments for January 2025. Action items include discussion and potential acceptance of a Deer Abatement Grant, as well as discussion and action on properties monitored for code violations.

• Approve minutes from the January 20, 2025 regular meeting
• Review January 2025 activity reports from the Police Department (including deer grant results: 12 deer harvested, venison donated)
• Review January 2025 activity reports from the Fire Department
• Discussion and action to accept the Deer Abatement Grant
• Discussion and action regarding properties monitored for code violations

The Public Safety & Code Enforcement Committee recommended the Common Council approve acceptance of a $4,000 Deer Abatement Grant from the Wisconsin DNR. The committee also approved the January 20, 2024 meeting minutes, with one abstention. Police, fire, and building inspection activity reports were presented for information only, with no action taken.

• Recommended Common Council approve $4,000 Deer Abatement Grant (all concurred)
• Approved January 20, 2024 meeting minutes (Mikutowski abstained)

Civic Affairs, Traffic & Lights & Cemetery

The committee will discuss and take action on adding a WPS LED street light at the corner of Dunlap Ave and Stephenson Street. The agenda also includes approval of the January 20, 2025 meeting minutes. No other substantive items are scheduled.

• Discussion and action on adding a WPS LED light at Dunlap Ave and Stephenson Street
• Approval of minutes from January 20, 2025 regular meeting

The committee discussed a proposal to add a WPS LED street light at the corner of Stephenson St and Dunlap Ave. No decision was made; the committee asked to show the proposal to affected business owners and residents and bring feedback back. The prior month's minutes were approved.

• Approved minutes from 1/20/2025 meeting (unanimous)
• Discussed adding LED street light at Stephenson St and Dunlap Ave; no action taken

Parks & Recreation Committee

The Parks and Recreation Committee will hear reports from staff and discuss potential action on two Red Arrow Park projects: bathroom improvements and a pocket dock wall repair. No decisions have been made yet.

• Discussion and possible action on bathroom improvements at Red Arrow Park
• Discussion and possible action on pocket dock wall at Red Arrow Park
• Public works report includes $1,160 quote for fabric covers for boat launch automated fee machines

Planning Commission

The Marinette Planning Commission meeting scheduled for February 5, 2025, at 3:30 PM was canceled because no action items were available. The notice was posted on January 30, 2025, by Mayor Steve Genisot, the Planning Commission Chair.

Common Council

The Common Council will hold a regular meeting on February 4, 2025. They will discuss and possibly take action on an annexation ordinance to bring a parcel from the Town of Peshtigo into the city, as well as an ordinance amending side yard setbacks for the Commercial B-3 district. Other items include personnel recommendations (wage increases, position changes), a temporary liquor license for a boxing event, tree removal bids, and a certified survey map subdivision.

• Annexation of Tax Parcel No. 024-01009 from Town of Peshtigo (Ordinance No. 2539)
• Ordinance No. 2538 revising side yard setback regulations for Commercial B-3 District
• Consideration of wage increase for Accounts Payable Clerk and converting Social Media Coordinator position to full-time
• Temporary Class B fermented malt beverage license for War in the Woods Promotions boxing event on April 19, 2025 at 2501 Pierce Avenue
• Discussion of price quotations for tree removal along Parnell Street

The Common Council approved the annexation of a Peshtigo property, a quiet zone study update, a cemetery truck purchase, and several other contracts and licenses. All votes were unanimous except for one position change that had a single nay vote.

• Approved annexation ordinance for Tax Parcel No. 024-01009.000 (8-0)
• Approved SRF Quiet Zone Study update for $19,000 from contingency (8-0)
• Approved sole bid from Boucher Fleet Group for cemetery truck at $48,673.50 (8-0)
• Approved 2025 TAPCO Traffic Signal Preventive Maintenance Contract (8-0)
• Approved low bid from Town & Country Tree Service for tree removal on Parnell St at $28,278.48 (8-0)
• Approved Certified Survey Map for Tom & Mary Miller (8-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 2538 on side yard setbacks for Commercial B-3 District (8-0)
• Approved Social Media Coordinator/Administrative Assistant position from part-time to full-time (7-1, Oitzinger nay)

Board of Public Works

The Common Council and Board of Public Works will meet to discuss property annexation and various city ordinances. The body is reviewing personnel changes, street maintenance contracts, and land division requests.

• Ordinance No. 2539 to annex Tax Parcel No. 024-01009.000 from the Town of Peshtigo
• Ordinance No. 2538 regarding side yard setback regulations for the Commercial 8-3 District
• Price quotations for tree removal along Parnell Street
• Proposed division of Tax Parcel Number 251-5286.2 between Cleveland Ave, Hancock, and Dousman Streets
• Temporary Class 'B' fermented malt beverage license for War in the Woods Promotions, Inc. at 2501 Pierce Avenue

The Board of Public Works recommended that the Common Council approve a $28,278.48 low bid from Town & Country Tree Service for removal of 55 trees along Parnell Street. The trees must be removed before the street is reconstructed from Shore Drive to Pierce Avenue this year. The recommendation was approved unanimously by the board members present.

• Recommended Common Council approve $28,278.48 tree removal bid from Town & Country Tree Service (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 4:54 PM (unanimous)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Marinette Historic Preservation Commission will discuss and possibly act on a Certificate of Appropriateness for replacing 10 basement windows at 2115 Riverside Ave. The commission will also discuss installation of a meridian plate monument and reconstruction of the base of the Civil War monument on Stephenson Island. Additionally, they will review conservation reports and invoices.

• Certificate of Appropriateness for window replacement at 2115 Riverside Ave, with a quoted cost of $13,988.63
• Discussion and possible action on installation of meridian plate monument
• Discussion and possible action on reconstruction of the base of the Civil War monument on Stephenson Island
• Review of conservation reports and invoices
• Approval of minutes from the July 22, 2024 regular meeting

The Marinette Historic Preservation Commission approved a Certificate of Appropriateness for window replacement at 2115 Riverside Ave, with the owner maintaining the original wood design and white color. The commission also discussed but took no formal action on the Meridian Plate Monument installation, Civil War monument base reconstruction, and conservation reports. The meeting was procedural and adjourned at 10:49 AM.

• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for 2115 Riverside Ave windows
• Approved minutes from 7/22/24 meeting
• Discussed Meridian Plate Monument location with City Engineer
• Discussed Civil War monument base reconstruction options
• Reviewed conservation reports and invoices

Personnel & License Committee

The committee will discuss and possibly recommend amendments to the Hours of Work and Attendance policy, a wage increase for the Accounts Payable Clerk, and converting the Social Media Coordinator/Administrative Assistant from part-time to full-time. They will also consider a temporary alcohol license for an amateur boxing event and review eight new operator license applications.

• Consideration and possible recommendation to Common Council regarding amendment to Hours of Work and Attendance policy
• Discussion and possible action regarding wage increase for Accounts Payable Clerk
• Discussion and possible action regarding Social Media Coordinator/Administrative Assistant position from part-time to full-time employment
• Consideration of Temporary Class B fermented malt beverage license for War in the Woods Promotions, Inc. for amateur boxing event on April 19, 2025 at 2501 Pierce Avenue
• Consideration of eight (8) new operator license applications

Finance & Insurance Committee

The Finance & Insurance Committee will consider and approve the December 2024 expenditures and monthly budget reports, along with approving the minutes from the previous meeting. This is a routine monthly review of city finances with no major policy decisions on the agenda.

• Approval of December 2024 expenditures
• Approval of December 2024 budget reports
• Approval of Finance & Insurance Committee meeting minutes from December 17, 2024

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will discuss and possibly recommend to the Common Council approval of the 2024 Illicit Discharge Detection & Elimination Program Report, a street use permit for a community 5K run/walk, and the 2025 TAPCO Traffic Signal Preventive Maintenance Contract. They will also receive an update on special dump hours used during the 2024 holiday season. The meeting includes approval of minutes from prior meetings.

• Discussion and possible recommendation on 2024 Illicit Discharge Detection & Elimination Program Report (34 outfalls screened, 2 possible illicit discharges)
• Discussion and possible recommendation on Street Use Permit from Brian Cleven (Bellin Marinette) for a Community 5K Run/Walk
• Discussion and possible recommendation on 2025 TAPCO Traffic Signal Preventive Maintenance Contract
• Update on Utilization of Special Dump Hours during the 2024 Holiday Season
• Approval of minutes from September 17, October 1, and January 14 meetings

Water Utility & Wastewater Commission

The Marinette Water & Wastewater Utilities Commissions hold a joint meeting to discuss routine business, including approval of paid invoices and minutes. Key items include a possible DNR permit for the Four Seasons water irrigation system, carry-over of 2024 funds for road projects, and a plan to resume disconnects for unpaid bills starting mid-February. The commission will also review the budget and hear operations reports.

• Discussion and possible action on Four Seasons water irrigation permit with DNR
• Discussion and possible action on carry-over money from 2024 for 2025 road projects
• Business manager report: resume disconnects mailed this week, disconnect mid-February
• Presentation of Water Utility invoices paid Dec 1-31, 2024
• Approval of minutes from December 16, 2024 joint meeting

The Marinette Water & Wastewater Commission approved a water irrigation permit for Four Seasons with the DNR and carried over $76,181.58 from 2024 to 2025 for road projects. They also reviewed utility invoices and approved the December 16, 2024 meeting minutes. No public comment was made.

• Approved water irrigation permit for Four Seasons with DNR
• Carried over $76,181.58 to 2025 for road projects
• Approved agenda
• Approved minutes of December 16, 2024 joint meeting

Public Safety & Code Enforcement Committee

The Public Safety and Code Enforcement Committee will review monthly activity reports from the Police, Fire, Building Inspector, and Animal Control/Code Enforcement departments for December 2024. A motor vehicle law update will be presented by Officer Brad Bayerl. The committee will also consider approving the previous meeting's minutes.

• Review of Police Department activity report for December 2024
• Review of Fire Department activity report for December 2024
• Review of Building Inspector/Assessor report for December 2024
• Review of Animal Control/Code Enforcement report for December 2024
• Motor vehicle law update presentation by Officer Brad Bayerl

The Public Safety & Code Enforcement Committee approved the December 16, 2024 meeting minutes as submitted. The committee received activity reports from the Police, Fire, Building Inspection, and Animal Control departments, and discussed a property on the watch list. Officer Brad Bayerl presented on electric bicycle/scooter regulations, and the committee asked about printed materials for the public. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved December 16, 2024 meeting minutes (all concurred)
• Discussed next steps for a property on the watch list (no action taken)

Civic Affairs, Traffic & Lights & Cemetery

The Civic Affairs, Cemetery, Traffic & Lights Committee will meet to consider recommendations for the Common Council regarding a new cemetery truck and a railroad quiet zone study. The committee will also discuss the addition of street lights.

• Bid for 2025 Chevy 2500 Silverado cemetery truck totaling $48,673.50
• Proposal from SRF Consulting Group for a Quiet Zone Study estimated at $19,000
• Discussion regarding the addition of street lights
• Quiet Zone Study covering 8 rail crossings including Hall Ave, Riverside Ave, and Ella Court St

The committee voted to recommend the Common Council approve a $48,673.50 bid from Boucher Fleet Group for a cemetery truck, contingent on local warranty/maintenance service. They also recommended a $19,000 proposal from SRF to update the 2013 Quiet Zone Study. A request to add a street light at Dunlap Ave and Stephenson St was discussed but deferred for further research. The prior month's minutes were approved.

• Approved prior meeting minutes from 11/18/2024 (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of $48,673.50 cemetery truck bid from Boucher Fleet Group (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of $19,000 SRF Quiet Zone Study update proposal (unanimous)
• Deferred street light addition at Dunlap Ave & Stephenson St for further research

Parks & Recreation Committee

The Parks and Recreation Committee will discuss and possibly recommend bathroom improvements at Red Arrow Park to the Common Council. The committee will also receive monthly reports from department heads and approve the minutes from the previous meeting.

• Discussion and possible recommendation to the Common Council regarding bathroom improvements at Red Arrow Park
• Approval of the October 21, 2024 meeting minutes
• Monthly reports from Executive Director, Recreation Superintendent, Public Works Superintendent, and Marketing & Tourism Director

The Parks and Recreation Committee met and approved the October 21, 2024 meeting minutes. They discussed a cracked flotation device at a Menekaunee Harbor boat launch and the possibility of covering boat launch pay stations. No action was taken on bathroom improvements at Red Arrow Park, which will be discussed again in February.

• Approved October 21, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Discussed boat launch repair and pay station covers (no action)
• Discussed Red Arrow Park bathroom improvements (no action)

Planning Commission

The Marinette Plan Commission will consider amending MMC Chapter 465-94 to adjust side yard setback regulations for the Commercial B-3 district. They will also review a certified survey map for a three-lot division on property between Cleveland Avenue, Hancock, and Dousman Streets, discuss an extension of a temporary storage shelter for KS Kolbenschmidt US at 1728 Industrial Parkway, and consider site plans for a T-Mobile sign at 4100 W. Frontage Road and a Culver's parking lot expansion at 1225 Marinette Avenue. The meeting includes approval of prior minutes.

• Amendment to MMC Chapter 465-94 side yard setback requirements in Commercial B-3 district
• Certified Survey Map for three divisions of Tax Parcel 251-5286.2 near Cleveland Ave, Hancock and Dousman Streets
• Extension of temporary storage shelter at 1728 Industrial Parkway for KS Kolbenschmidt US, Inc.
• Sign plan for T-Mobile at 4100 W. Frontage Rd, Ste #101
• Parking lot expansion plan for Culver's at 1225 Marinette Avenue

The Marinette Plan Commission voted unanimously to recommend the Common Council approve an amendment to MMC Chapter 465-94 establishing side yard setback regulations for the Commercial B-3 District. It also recommended approval of a Certified Survey Map for a three-lot division, and approved extensions or new site plans for a temporary storage shelter, a T-Mobile sign, and a Culver's parking lot expansion. All votes were unanimous with no opposition.

• Recommended amending MMC Chapter 465-94 for side yard setbacks in Commercial B-3 District (unanimous)
• Recommended approving Certified Survey Map for Tax Parcel 251-5286.2 (unanimous)
• Approved extension of temporary storage shelter for KS Kolbenschmidt at 1728 Industrial Parkway (unanimous)
• Approved sign plan for T-Mobile at 4100 W. Frontage Rd and authorized sign permit (unanimous)
• Approved parking lot expansion plan for Culver's at 1225 Marinette Avenue (unanimous)

Common Council

The Common Council will discuss a reimbursement agreement where Tyco Fire Products LP may pay up to $50,000 for PFAS-related costs. The meeting also includes decisions on police department equipment and street construction bids.

• Reimbursement Agreement with Tyco Fire Products LP for PFAS-related costs up to $50,000
• Bid results for Cleveland Avenue Street and Utility Construction, Project No. 2025-100
• Proposal from Alliance Construction for Police Department Relocation
• Bids for 2025 or newer Police Department Ford Expeditions
• Contract amendment from GRAEF for Madison Avenue reconstruction

The Common Council approved several contracts and agreements, including a $1.57 million bid for Cleveland Avenue street and utility construction, a $101,524 bid for two police Ford Expeditions, and a $1 bid for removal of structures at 515 Hillis Court. A proposed amendment to designated funds was rejected, but the original motion passed. No action was taken on the police department relocation proposal.

• Approved $1,569,886.50 bid from Advance Construction for Cleveland Avenue street and utility project (9-0)
• Approved $101,524 bid from Motor Company for two police Ford Expeditions (8-1)
• Approved Sixth Amendment to Access Agreement with Tyco Fire Products (8-0)
• Approved Wireless Telecommunications Equipment and Service Agreement with Cellcom (9-0)
• Approved Stantec proposal for site investigation on former CN Rail Line parcel (9-0)
• Approved Daniel Hayes bid to remove structures at 515 Hillis Court for $1.00 (9-0)
• Approved Reimbursement Agreement with Tyco Fire Products (9-0)
• Approved designated funds as presented after amendment failed (6-3)

Harbor Commission

The Harbor Commission will discuss and possibly recommend a Three-Year Plan, consider a Bird Walk combined with nesting structure inspection and clean-up, and take possible action on the LMRAOC Habitat Structure List. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from October 17, 2024, and setting items for the next meeting.

• Discussion and possible recommendation on Three-Year Plan
• Discussion and possible recommendation on Bird Walk combined with Nesting Structure Inspection/Clean-Up
• Discussion and possible action regarding LMRAOC Habitat Structure List
• Approve minutes of October 17, 2024

The Marinette Board of Harbor Commission met on January 9, 2025, and approved the minutes from the October 17, 2024 meeting. Commissioners discussed a three-year plan, a bird walk combined with nesting structure inspection, and LMRAOC habitat structure maintenance, but no action was taken on these items. The meeting adjourned at 4:50 PM.

• Approved October 17, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Discussed three-year plan; no action taken
• Discussed bird walk and nesting structure inspection; no action taken
• Discussed LMRAOC habitat structure maintenance; no action taken