Milwaukee

HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION

The Historic Preservation Commission will vote on Certificates of Appropriateness for residential and commercial property modifications across Milwaukee’s historic districts. The agenda features a statutory demolition review for the fire-damaged Lincoln Avenue School, alongside routine approvals for roofs, porches, garages, and windows. Commissioners will also consider an amendment to commission by-laws regarding rear landscaping.

• Statutory demolition review of Lincoln Avenue School (1817 W. Lincoln Ave) due to fire damage
• Certificate approvals for garage demolition and construction at 2848 N. Sherman Blvd.
• Porch reconstruction and landscaping improvements at 3067 N. Lake Drive
• Roof replacement approval for St. Mark’s Episcopal Church (2618 N. Hackett Ave)
• By-law amendment establishing new standards for rear landscaping

JUDICIARY & LEGISLATION COMMITTEE

The Judiciary and Legislation Committee will review several individual and business liability claims against the city and authorize settlements for two lawsuits. Members will also consider a substitute ordinance to correct errors and update references in the municipal code. The committee may enter closed session to discuss litigation strategy with the city attorney.

• Substitute ordinance 260109 to correct errors and update references in the municipal code
• Settlement authorization for Metropolitan Associates v. City of Milwaukee
• Settlement authorization for Layton Grove Apartments LLC v. City of Milwaukee
• Outside counsel contract amendment for Antoine D. Young v. City of Milwaukee
• Review of multiple individual liability claims including those from Horn, Arias, and Kruslin

ZONING, NEIGHBORHOODS & DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE

The Zoning, Neighborhoods & Development Committee will hold public hearings on two zoning reclassifications and review multiple tax increment district amendments. The committee will also consider a new development agreement and tax district for the Austin Commons project, alongside the sale of two city-owned tax deed properties.

• Public hearing: Zoning change to Detailed Planned Development for The Everett Multifamily at 234 S Water St
• Public hearing: Zoning change from IL1 to IO1 at 1215 W Layton Ave
• Public hearing: Creation of Tax Incremental District No. 134 (Austin Commons) and development agreement
• Approvals for TID project plan amendments covering DRS Power & Control Technologies, Bishops Creek, and North 35th St/West Capitol Dr
• Sale of city-owned tax deed properties at 2034-2038 W Greenfield Ave and 3068 N Teutonia Ave

FPC TESTING AND RECRUITING COMMITTEE

The Testing and Recruiting Committee will review updates on Milwaukee police officer recruitment and hiring efforts. Members will also discuss implementing volunteer service preference points for future promotional exams. The group may enter a closed session to discuss litigation strategy with the city attorney.

• Update on police officer recruitment and hiring progress
• Implementation of volunteer service preference points for promotional exams
• Closed session on litigation strategy with City Attorney
• Approval of May 12, 2026 meeting minutes
• Public comment period

BOARD OF CITY SERVICE COMMISSIONERS

The Board of City Service Commissioners will review and approve several temporary staff extensions and personnel classifications across city departments. The meeting includes a public hearing on a Milwaukee Public Library position exemption and the annual election of board leadership. Most items are routine personnel and administrative approvals.

• Extend Kevin Joshua’s temporary appointment as Water Meter Investigator for 90 days
• Approve 10-month retroactive temporary appointments for Julien Phifer and Yasmine Morton
• Hold public hearing on Milwaukee Public Library Teen Outreach Intern position exemption
• Approve annual board leadership elections and probationary/classification reports

FINANCE & PERSONNEL COMMITTEE

The Finance and Personnel Committee will discuss the proposed 2027 city budget, approve insurance procurement for health and workers' compensation plans, and update city employee pay scales. Members will also review audit reports on police IT controls and municipal court cash handling, plus consider a $1.5 million appropriation for legal claims.

• Appropriation of up to $1,500,000 from the Contingent Fund for lawsuit settlements
• Issuance of RFPs for stop-loss health insurance and workers' compensation administration
• Ordinances amending 2026 city pay rates and authorized positions for City Service employees
• Salary increase for Bridge Operator and Bridge Operator - Lead roles
• Review of audit reports on Milwaukee Police Department IT controls and Municipal Court cash handling

GRANVILLE-HAVENWOODS ADVISORY COUNCIL

The Granville-Havenwoods Advisory Council will review and vote on three development proposals: a childcare center on Good Hope Road, a Hmong funeral home on North Pfiel Street, and a venue on Brown Deer Road. Members will also approve last month's meeting minutes and set the date for the next gathering.

• Vote on Favor Plaza LLC venue proposal at 8700 W. Brown Deer Rd.
• Vote on Little Feet Big Dreams Childcare at 5730 W. Good Hope Rd.
• Vote on Hmong Funeral Home (Tsev Pam Tuag) at 8501 N. Pfiel St.
• Approval of June 3, 2026 meeting minutes
• Set next advisory council meeting date

HOUSING AUTHORITY

The Housing Authority of the City of Milwaukee will hold a public listening session to gather resident feedback on housing matters. Commissioners will vote to rescind ten remaining units from the suspended Section 32 Homeownership Program, returning them to the general public housing inventory. The board will also review monthly operational reports, welcome a new chief operations officer, and recognize a long-serving staff member.

• Public listening session for resident input on housing issues
• Resolution to rescind 10 Section 32 homeownership units from HUD approval and return them to general inventory
• Introduction of Zena Farah as new Chief Operations Officer for Real Estate
• Review of May 2026 Recovery Agreement, CVR monthly report, and sustainability plan updates
• Resolution commending Ken Barbeau for 27 years of service with HACM

CITY INFORMATION MANAGEMENT COMMITTEE

The City Information Management Committee will review proposed departmental records retention schedules and receive updates on the city's electronic records management system. Staff will also present on the deployment of an AI voice system for the Unified Call Center, cybersecurity training results, and general IT updates from city departments. The meeting focuses on administrative technology and data governance rather than policy changes or budget approvals.

• Review of proposed departmental records retention schedules
• Update on the Electronic Records Management System project
• Presentation on Front Desk AI Voice system deployment for the Unified Call Center
• Cybersecurity training results by city departments
• DPW Water Works IT departmental update

PUBLIC SAFETY AND HEALTH COMMITTEE

The committee will vote on new regulations and penalties for electric scooters, including sidewalk use and speed limits. Members will also consider lead hazard abatement agreements, several public health grants, and commission reappointments. Additional items cover citywide parking and traffic control updates.

• Ordinance establishing penalties for operating electric scooters on public sidewalks
• Resolution setting a 5 mph speed limit for dockless scooters in Zone 1 (4th District)
• Resolution authorizing lead hazard abatement agreements for residential properties
• Acceptance of state and federal grants for the Wisconsin Well Woman Program and Fast Forward workforce training
• Ordinances updating general parking and traffic control regulations citywide

The committee recommended passage of a resolution authorizing lead hazard abatement agreements for residential properties. Several other ordinances and resolutions were recommended, including parking and traffic controls, dangerous and exotic animals, and acceptance of public health grants. Multiple items related to electric scooters were held to the call of the chair, as were reappointments to the Safety and Civic Commission and the Board of Fire and Police Commissioners.

• Recommended parking controls ordinance (5-0)
• Recommended traffic controls ordinance (5-0)
• Held reappointment of Byron Marshall Jr. to Safety and Civic Commission (5-0)
• Recommended appointment of John Fletcher to Safety and Civic Commission (5-0)
• Held reappointment of Dana World-Patterson to Board of Fire and Police Commissioners (4-0-1 abstention)
• Recommended reappointment of LaNelle Ramey to Board of Fire and Police Commissioners (4-0-1 abstention)
• Recommended lead hazard abatement resolution (5-0)
• Held electric scooter safety communication, ordinance on sidewalk penalties, and speed resolution (5-0 each)

FIRE AND POLICE COMMISSION

The Commission is reviewing several personnel matters including appointments, promotions, and probationary extensions for the MPD and Department of Emergency Communications. The agenda also includes updates on police officer physical readiness tests and changes to standard operating procedures.

• Appointment of Forensic Identification Processor and Intelligence Analyst
• Job announcements for Business Maintenance Supervisor, HVAC Technician, and HR Supervisor
• Eligible lists for Management Accountant Senior and Emergency Communications Officer I
• Promotion of Court Liaison Officer and two Crime Analysts
• Appointment of 17 Police Aides

PUBLIC WORKS COMMITTEE

The committee is reviewing several large-scale infrastructure agreements with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation. Items include street renaming, various public works assessments, and coordination for the 2026 Milwaukee Lakefront Marathon.

• Street renaming of South 9th Street to José A. Olivieri
• North 76th Street (STH 181) design and acquisition: $2,700,000 total
• South 1st Street (STH 32) design and acquisition: $2,235,000 total
• I-43 North-South Freeway construction cost adjustment: -$4,450,000 decrease
• West National Avenue project cost adjustment: $2,475,150 City share increase

The Public Works Committee recommended adoption of multiple resolutions totaling millions in public works projects, including traffic calming measures and infrastructure improvements. The committee deleted a concrete reconstruction project on N. 28th St., approved Cleveland Ave traffic calming despite opposition (4-0, one abstention), and held the W. Vliet St. project for more community discussion. All other resolutions were recommended for adoption with 4-0 votes (one excused).

• Deleted N. 28th St. concrete pavement reconstruction project (unanimous)
• Approved W. Cleveland Ave traffic calming speed humps and circles (4-0, one abstention)
• Held W. Vliet St. traffic calming project for more community discussion (unanimous)
• Approved N. 55th St. raised crosswalk traffic calming (unanimous)
• Recommended $1.975M assessable public improvements resolution (4-0)
• Recommended $1.987M nonassessable public improvements resolution (4-0)
• Recommended honorary street name José A. Olivier on S. 9th St. (4-0)
• Recommended appointment of Rebecca Gries to Harbor Commission (4-0)

COMMUNITY & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE

The committee will consider several mayoral appointments to Business Improvement Districts. They will also vote on funding for a community festival and establish the 2027 allocation plan.

• Appointment of Kristin Kurzka to Business Improvement District #26
• Appointment of Sandra Armstrong to Business Improvement District #26
• Appointment of Deantrium King to Business Improvement District #37
• $10,000 appropriation for the Second District Back to School Festival
• Establishment of the Year 2027 Funding Allocation Plan

The committee unanimously recommended the confirmation of three mayoral appointments to Business Improvement Districts and approved a $10,000 appropriation for a district back-to-school festival. It also recommended adoption of the 2027 funding allocation plan for community development grants.

• Recommended Kristin Kurzka for BID #26 (5-0)
• Recommended Sandra Armstrong for BID #26 (5-0)
• Recommended Deantrium King for BID #37 (5-0)
• Recommended $10k appropriation for 2nd District Back to School Festival (5-0)
• Recommended 2027 Funding Allocation Plan (5-0)

LICENSES COMMITTEE

The Milwaukee Licenses Committee will review business license recommendations. The main action involves voting on the revocation of a Class B tavern license for the Punta Cana establishment at 2000 S 13th St. The agenda also includes standard procedural updates and public notice requirements.

• Revocation of Class B tavern license for Punta Cana at 2000 S 13th St
• Review of general business license recommendations (File 260318)
• Standard procedural updates and public notice requirements

CITY PLAN COMMISSION

The Commission will consider rezoning industrial land, vacating alleys, and updating the Citywide Policy Plan. A major portion of the meeting involves approving site changes for a former Walmart at 5825 West Hope Avenue to allow self-storage and data processing uses.

• Rezoning of 1215 West Layton Avenue from Industrial Light to Industrial Office
• Vacating an east-west alley north of West Cherry Street between N. 12th St and N. 12th Lane
• Vacating the eastern portion of 12th Lane between W. Cherry Street and the northern alley
• Updating the Climate and Equity Plan and Citywide Policy Plan
• Deviations for self-storage and data processing at 5825 West Hope Avenue

STEERING & RULES COMMITTEE

The provided agenda contains only procedural information and administrative notices regarding accessibility, parking, and meeting protocols. There are no specific city business items or legislative actions listed for discussion.

LICENSES COMMITTEE

This agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and administrative notices. The June 26 Licenses Committee meeting was cancelled on June 18. No substantive items or votes are scheduled.

EMERGING YOUTH ACHIEVEMENT ADVISORY COUNCIL

The council is hosting several presentations from local organizations including Pearls for Teen Girls and UMOS Latina Resource Center. Members will also receive updates on Project Kindred's upcoming civic engagement events and the StriveTogether policy summit.

• MMAC Be the Spark Presentation
• Pearls for Teen Girls Presentation
• UMOS Latina Resource Center Presentation
• Project Kindred update regarding City Hall engagement
• StriveTogether June Policy Summit recap

YOUTH COUNCIL

The council will deliberate on the reprogramming and distribution of Community Development Block Grant funds. This meeting may also serve as a session for other Common Council committees depending on attendance.

• Deliberation and allocation of Community Development Block Grant Reprogramming

PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION, UTILITIES, AND WATERWAYS REVIEW BOARD

The board will review a communication concerning the establishment of a publicly owned electric utility in Milwaukee. This item is sponsored by Alderman Brower and Alderman Bauman.

• Communication relating to the creation of a publicly-owned electric utility

ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW BOARD OF APPEALS

The Administrative Review Board of Appeals will hear numerous requests to contest city-issued fees. These include disputes regarding snow removal, garbage and litter, reinspections, vacant building registration, and property nuisances.

• Snow and ice removal nuisance fee appeals
• Garbage and litter nuisance fee appeals
• Reinspection fee appeals
• Vacant building registration fee appeals
• Chicken keeping permit denial appeal

The Administrative Review Board of Appeals adjudicated several cases involving snow removal, garbage/litter, reinspection, and encroachment fees. Several appeals were granted in part with modified totals, while many others were denied due to non-appearance or evidence review.

• Granted in part snow removal appeal for 3672 S 20th St (5-0)
• Granted in part snow removal appeal for 5725 S Honey Creek Dr (5-0)
• Denied snow removal appeal for 5728 W Washington Blvd (5-0)
• Denied snow removal appeal for 3329 N Bremen St (5-0)
• Denied snow removal appeal for 2331 E Newberry Bl (5-0)
• Denied snow and ice removal appeal for 3921 N 11th St (5-0)
• Granted in part snow/ice removal appeal for 5700 W Stack Dr (5-0)
• Granted in part garbage/litter appeal for 3268 N 34th St (5-0)

LICENSES COMMITTEE

The committee is scheduled to discuss and act upon motions relating to specific license recommendations. Detailed subject matter for these items can be found by searching the city's legislative database.

• Motion 260204 regarding license recommendations

The committee approved a public entertainment premises and food dealer license for Trix Cafe to add hookah services, with the applicant explaining past fines were paid. They also approved a block of 24 other license applications and renewals as 'Agenda Only' items without discussion, and issued warning letters to several applicants. All votes were 4-0 with one excused.

• Approved hookah service license for Trix Cafe (4-0)
• Approved 24 license renewals and transfers as 'Agenda Only' (4-0)
• Issued warning letters to 5 applicants (4-0)

COMMON COUNCIL

The Common Council will vote on multiple state highway agreements and public improvement projects, including major construction for I-94 and I-43. The body will also approve city pay rate amendments, a Safe Streets grant for intersection safety, and several honorary street names. Most items are routine public works and administrative approvals.

• WisDOT agreements for I-94 reconstruction ($45.1M) and I-43/92nd St bridge ($9.7M)
• $550k Safe Streets grant for pedestrian safety at 26 intersections
• Ordinance amending 2026 city employee pay rates and positions
• MMSD grant for eight green alleys across six districts
• Honorary street names for N 47th, N 111th, N Prospect Ave, and W Roosevelt Dr

The Common Council approved state-municipal agreements for a $45 million I-94 utility reconstruction project and a $9.6 million airport freeway bridge project. They also reduced a proposed 30-day license suspension for a Denny's to 10 days after the owner outlined new security measures. Several honorary street name designations and an easement for Wisconsin Electric were authorized.

• Approved I-94 East West utility alterations agreement, $45M total (13-1)
• Approved IH-43 Airport Freeway/92nd St Bridge agreement, $9.65M (14-0)
• Reduced Denny's license suspension from 30 to 10 days (unanimous)
• Passed recycling ordinance substitute 3 (14-0)
• Adopted honorary street name Carl E. Hunt (14-0)
• Adopted honorary street name Shirley Smith (14-0)
• Authorized easement for Wisconsin Electric at 823 S 4th St (13-1)
• Approved assessable improvement projects, $170K total (14-0)

ETHICS BOARD

The Board will review Statement of Economic Interest forms for completeness and clarity. They are also discussing a recommendation to the Common Council regarding incomplete forms and whether to request citations from the city attorney.

• Review of filers seeking late fee waivers
• Recommendation regarding incomplete Statement of Economic Interest Forms
• Request for issuance of citations via the city attorney's office
• Review of newly filed Statement of Economic Interest Forms

REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY

The Redevelopment Authority is considering multiple amendments to project plans for TIF districts. These include updates for DRS Power & Control Technologies, Bishops Creek, and the North 35th Street/West Capitol Drive area.

• First Amendment to TIF District No. 62 (DRS Power & Control Technologies)
• Second Amendment to TIF District No. 72 (Bishops Creek)
• Amendment No. 2 to TIF District No. 74 (North 35th Street and West Capitol Drive)
• Contract amendment for Economic Feasibility Services and Market Analysis

FIRE AND POLICE COMMISSION

The Milwaukee Fire and Police Commission will vote on personnel actions for the city's police and fire departments. The agenda covers dozens of police officer appointments, sergeant and lieutenant promotions, and fire chief promotions. Commissioners will also review recruitment requests, job reclassifications, and the department's 2026 asset forfeiture plan.

• Approval of 43 new Milwaukee Police Officer appointments
• Promotions for 3 police lieutenants and 5 police sergeants
• Promotions for fire department leadership, including an Assistant Fire Chief
• Recruitment and examination requests for multiple police support positions
• Review of the Milwaukee Police Department's 2026 Asset Forfeiture Plan

The Fire and Police Commission approved appointments of 43 police officers, 7 lateral transfers, and promotions for lieutenants and sergeants. Fire department promotions included assistant chief, deputy chief, battalion chief, and two captains. Consent items authorized recruitment for multiple MPD positions and reclassifications. The MPD Asset Forfeiture Plan and a staffing report were placed on file.

• Appointed 43 police officers (6-0)
• Approved 7 lateral police officer transfers (6-0)
• Promoted 3 police lieutenants (6-0)
• Promoted 5 police sergeants (6-0)
• Promoted assistant fire chief, deputy chief, battalion chief, and 2 captains (6-0)
• Reclassified ECO positions to supervisor/analyst roles (6-0)
• Approved recruitment for MPD positions (consent)
• Placed MPD Asset Forfeiture Plan on file

FIRE AND POLICE COMMISSION

The Fire and Police Commission will consider resolutions to promote one Assistant Fire Chief, one Deputy Fire Chief, one Battalion Fire Chief, and three Police Lieutenants. The board may convene in closed session to discuss employment data before voting in open session.

• Resolution FPC212585: Promotion to Assistant Fire Chief
• Resolution FPC212586: Promotion to Deputy Fire Chief
• Resolution FPC212587: Promotion to Battalion Fire Chief
• Resolution FPC212590: Promotions to Police Lieutenant (3 positions)

The Fire and Police Commission met in closed session to consider promotions for Assistant Fire Chief, Deputy Chief, Battalion Chief, and three Police Lieutenant positions. No votes or decisions were recorded in open session; the meeting was entirely executive.

• No substantive decisions made in open session

FINANCE & PERSONNEL COMMITTEE

This committee is deciding on accepting a state grant for public health preparedness, discussing feasibility of an employee down payment assistance program, and processing various routine personnel and contract matters. The agenda also includes items on recycling facility accounting and council member reimbursements.

• Accepting 2026-2027 Public Health Emergency Preparedness grant from Wisconsin Department of Health Services
• Feasibility study for creating an employee down payment assistance program
• Historical accounting of payouts from the Materials Recycling Facility
• Reimbursement allowances for Granville-Havenwoods Advisory Council
• Amendments to city salary and positions ordinances

The Finance & Personnel Committee recommended adoption of a resolution accepting a 2026-2027 Public Health Emergency Preparedness grant from the Wisconsin Department of Health Services. It also approved vacancy requests, sole-source contracts, and classification studies, while holding a communication on MRF insurance payouts. Pay and positions ordinances were amended to delete HR business operations provisions and recommended for passage. All votes were 5-0.

• Recommended adoption of 2026-2027 Public Health Emergency Preparedness grant (5-0)
• Amended and recommended passage of 2026 rates of pay ordinance (5-0)
• Amended and recommended passage of 2026 positions ordinance (5-0)
• Approved vacancy requests, fund transfers, equipment requests with one vacancy held (5-0)
• Approved single/sole source contracts and amendments (5-0)
• Recommended placing on file classification studies for Fire/Police and City Service commissions with holds on citywide HR report (5-0)
• Recommended adoption of reimbursement allowances for Granville-Havenwoods Advisory Council (5-0)
• Held communication on MRF insurance payout accounting (5-0)

EQUAL RIGHTS COMMISSION

The Equal Rights Commission receives updates on Chapter 109 housing and city department initiatives. They also review the ERC App Portal and discuss upcoming events including Juneteenth and the ADA 36 Annual Celebration.

• Parking update
• Chapter 109 housing update
• ERC App Portal presentation
• International Human Rights Day event planning
• ADA 36 Annual Celebration on July 27

BOARD OF CITY SERVICE COMMISSIONERS

The Board of City Service Commissioners will approve minutes, classification reports, and probationary reports. They will also decide on personnel actions including extending temporary appointments for City Laborers, extending probationary periods for two employees, reinstating an Equipment Operator, and exempting two positions from pay ranges.

• Extend temporary appointments for City Laborers Lewis Moore, Delon Russell, Delon Russell-Dyer, and Savon Williams for 5 months
• Extend probationary period for City Laborer Anthony J. Rodriguez for 3 months
• Extend probationary period for Dr. David Payne, Public Health Laboratories Director, for 3 months
• Reinstate Andy Pope to Equipment Operator position
• Exempt Community Outreach Specialist and ReCAST Program Coordinator positions from pay ranges

ZONING, NEIGHBORHOODS & DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE

The Zoning, Neighborhoods & Development Committee will consider resolutions authorizing the sale of city-owned tax deed properties at 3276-78 North Holton Street and 2409-11 West Hopkins Street. They will also discuss a minor modification to the Kane Commons planned development for exterior alterations at 1162-64 East Kane Place, and receive a communication on anticipated TIF extension revenues for affordable housing in the 2027 budget.

• Sale of city-owned property at 3276-78 N Holton St
• Sale-back of city-owned property at 2409-11 W Hopkins St to former owners
• Minor modification to Kane Commons Phase 1 for exterior alterations at 1162-64 E Kane Pl
• Communication on TIF extension revenues for affordable housing in 2027 budget

The committee recommended adoption of three resolutions and placed a communication on file. All votes were unanimous 5-0. Key actions included authorizing the sale of city-owned tax-deeded properties at 3276-78 North Holton Street (for a café and community space) and at 2409-11 West Hopkins Street (sale-back to former owners), and approving a minor modification to the Kane Commons planned development for exterior alterations on a duplex.

• Approved sale of 3276-78 N Holton St for café and community space (5-0)
• Approved sale-back of 2409-11 W Hopkins St to former owners (5-0)
• Approved minor modification to Kane Commons for exterior alterations at 1162-64 E Kane Pl (5-0)
• Placed on file communication on TID revenues for affordable housing, noting no extensions for 2027 (5-0)

ZONING CODE TECHNICAL COMMITTEE

The Zoning Code Technical Committee is considering a substitute ordinance that would regulate the building of data centers in Milwaukee. This is the only substantive item on the agenda; the rest is procedural boilerplate.

• Substitute ordinance 260142 relating to building of data centers

The Zoning Code Technical Committee approved a motion that the proposed substitute ordinance on data centers meets criteria of legality, enforceability, administrative efficiency, and consistency with the zoning code. Discussion covered applicability to pending permits and noise analysis requirements for facilities under 20,000 square feet.

• Approved motion that data center ordinance meets zoning code criteria (unanimous)

JUDICIARY & LEGISLATION COMMITTEE

The committee will consider a substitute resolution amending the city's state legislative package on short-term rentals, along with several claims for damages and a lawsuit settlement. They may also convene in closed session to discuss litigation.

• Substitute resolution amending City's State Legislative Package on short-term rentals
• Settlement of Tiffany Lewis v. City of Milwaukee lawsuit
• Claim appeal by Violet Kryshak for property damage
• Claim by Gendlin, Liver & Rymer on behalf of Michael Rodgers
• Claim of Barbara Robinson

The committee recommended placing one claim on file, disallowed three claims (Barbara Robinson, Violet Kryshak, Elham MF Al-Nather), held four items including a short-term rental amendment, and approved a settlement in the Tiffany Lewis lawsuit against the city (4-0). All votes were near unanimous except for one abstention on the Kryshak claim.

• Placed on file claim by Michael Rodgers (5-0)
• Disallowed claim of Barbara Robinson (5-0)
• Disallowed appeal of Violet Kryshak for property damage (4-0-1)
• Disallowed claim of Elham MF Al-Nather (5-0)
• Approved settlement in Tiffany Lewis v. City of Milwaukee (4-0)

COMMUNITY COLLABORATIVE COMMISSION

The Community Collaborative Commission will review and approve minutes from May 14, 2026. They will discuss a draft memorandum and update on the community-oriented policing plan, as well as budget planning and outreach. The commission will also discuss the next community update on the status of community-oriented policing and set future agenda items.

• Review and approval of minutes from May 14, 2026
• Draft memorandum and community-oriented policing plan update
• Community Collaborative Commission Budget Planning and outreach update
• Discussion around next community update on status of community oriented policing
• Communication relating to 2022/2026 activities of the Commission

The meeting consisted of updates and discussions on the community-oriented policing plan, budget planning, and outreach. No substantive decisions or votes were recorded; the minutes were approved, and future agenda items were discussed.

PUBLIC SAFETY AND HEALTH COMMITTEE

The Public Safety and Health Committee will consider and vote on several items, including two motions to modify Milwaukee Police Department standard operating procedures on vehicle pursuits and the duty to intervene in excessive force. The committee will also decide on grants for immunization, communicable disease prevention, and emergency preparedness, as well as a $3,500 contribution to the fire department.

• Motion modifying MPD SOP 660 on vehicle pursuits and SOP 575 on video release policy
• Substitute motion modifying MPD SOP on duty to intervene and report unreasonable use of force
• Acceptance of $3,500 contribution to Milwaukee Fire Department from Habush, Habush & Rottier
• Substitute ordinance increasing penalties for sale of alcohol, tobacco, and cannabinoid products to minors
• Communications on 2026 fire training classes/vacancies and police pursuit policies

The committee recommended approval of a substitute motion modifying Milwaukee Police Department standard operating procedures on duty to intervene and report unreasonable force. It also placed on file a motion to change vehicle pursuit and video release policies, rejecting both a hold and a direct approval. Several health grants and ordinances were recommended for passage unanimously.

• Recommended approval of substitute SOP on duty to intervene (4-0, one excused)
• Placed on file motion to modify vehicle pursuit and video release policies (4-1)
• Recommended passage of parking control ordinance (5-0)
• Recommended passage of traffic control ordinance (5-0)
• Recommended acceptance of Immunization Action Plan grant (5-0)
• Recommended acceptance of Cities Readiness Initiative grant (5-0)
• Recommended acceptance of MFD $3,500 contribution from Habush, Habush & Rottier (5-0)
• Held ordinance on penalties for alcohol/tobacco/cannabinoid sales to minors (5-0)

YOUTH COUNCIL

The Youth Council will review and potentially approve an Anti-Nicotine Competition Proposal and recommend an Anti-Nicotine Pouch Resolution. They will also receive an update on the Community Development Block Grant process.

• Update on Community Development Block Grant Process
• Review and approval of Anti-Nicotine Competition Proposal
• Review and recommendation of Anti-Nicotine Pouch Resolution

NEIGHBORHOOD IMPROVEMENT DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION

The NIDC Board will consider approving an amendment to the Valentine Group, LLC contract and accept 2025 financial statements. They will also receive updates on various housing and community improvement programs, including the Love Your Block grant application and ARPA-funded Homes MKE initiative.

• Resolution to amend Valentine Group, LLC contract
• Presentation and acceptance of 2025 NIDC financial statements
• Communication on Bloomberg Center's Love Your Block program application
• Update on Woodlands Condos vacant unit property disposition
• Report on ARPA programs including Homes MKE

HOUSING AUTHORITY

The Housing Authority board will vote on a $333,333 amendment to extend an elevator maintenance contract with Otis Elevator Company through May 2027. They will also receive a presentation on the SEMAP 2025 scores and a corrective action plan, and hear public comments during a listening session.

• Amendment to elevator maintenance contract with Otis Elevator Co. for $333,333
• Presentation on SEMAP 2025 scores and corrective action plan
• Introduction of new Chief Financial Officer John Larsen
• Public listening session for general comments

MKE COMMUNITY IMPACT COMMITTEE

The MKE Community Impact Committee will review and possibly approve the title and definition for a new community budgeting program. They will also discuss a research matrix, program timeline, establishment of subcommittees, outreach plans, and budget/funding. This meeting focuses on planning the structure and next steps for the program.

• Review and approval of title and definition for community budgeting program
• Review of research matrix on best practices
• Review and approval of program timeline
• Review and approval of work groups or subcommittees
• Discussion on budget and funding

PUBLIC WORKS COMMITTEE

The committee is considering several large-scale infrastructure agreements with the Wisconsin DOT, including work on I-43 and I-94. Members will also vote on various public improvement funds, utility easements, and multiple honorary street name designations.

• I-43 Airport Freeway and 92nd Street Bridge construction ($9.65M)
• I-94 East West reconstruction and utility alterations ($45.07M)
• West Fond du Lac Avenue design engineering ($620,000)
• Pedestrian safety improvements at 26 intersections ($550,000)
• Five honorary street name designations

The Public Works Committee recommended adoption of 16 resolutions and ordinances, including a $9.65 million state-let highway project for IH-43 Airport Freeway, a $5.39 million nonassessable public improvements package, and a $45 million I-94 utility alteration project. The committee also approved three honorary street names and held one honorary street name item. All votes were unanimous (5-0) except where noted.

• Approved $170,000 assessable alley reconstruction (5-0)
• Approved $200,000 assessable public improvements (5-0)
• Approved $150,000 nonassessable public improvements (5-0)
• Approved $5,391,000 nonassessable public improvements (5-0)
• Approved honorary street name Carl E. Hunt (5-0)
• Held honorary street name José A. Olivieri (5-0)
• Approved honorary street names Shirley Smith, Mary L. McCormick, Cherrye J. Trotman (all 5-0)
• Approved state-let highway project for IH-43 Airport Freeway ($9.65M) (5-0)

COMMUNITY & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE

The Community & Economic Development Committee will consider reappointments to Business Improvement Districts, a public artist program communication, a youth anti-nicotine scholarship contest, and acceptance of library grants. Key decisions involve federal grant reprogramming: Community Development Block Grant funds, HOME Investment Partnership funds, and HOME ARP funds for affordable housing. The committee will also vote on declaring Beet Street Fall Festival and Granville MKE Pop-up Kid Fun Day as official city events.

• Reappointment of Jose Fernando Moreno and Russell Rossetto to BID #4; appointment of Kurt Benzel to BID #41
• Substitute resolution on use of Community Development Block Grant 2026 reprogramming funds
• Substitute resolution on use of HOME Investment Partnership 2026 reprogramming funds
• Resolution to allocate HOME ARP funds for affordable housing
• Resolution declaring Beet Street Fall Festival an official city event

The committee recommended approval of $3 million in Community Development Block Grant reprogramming funds, primarily for youth services, employment training, and safe summer sites. It also approved $2.7 million in HOME reprogramming for affordable housing projects and shifted HOME-ARP strategy from large shelters to smaller non-congregate units. Several appointments to business improvement districts and grant acceptances were also advanced.

• Reappointed Jose Fernando Moreno to BID #4 (5-0)
• Reappointed Russell Rossetto to BID #4 (5-0)
• Appointed Kurt Benzel to BID #41 (5-0)
• Placed Public Artist in Residence Program communication on file (5-0)
• Approved $1.2M Talking Book and Braille Library Grant (5-0)
• Approved ~$271K Interlibrary Loan Services Grant (5-0)
• Approved $3M CDBG reprogramming for youth programs and safe summer sites (5-0)
• Approved $2.7M HOME reprogramming for affordable housing projects (5-0)

LICENSES COMMITTEE

The Licenses Committee will review general license recommendations and discuss the permit process for parklets, sidewalk dining, and the Active Streets for Business Program. The committee will also consider revoking the Class B Tavern and Public Entertainment Premises licenses for Punta Cana, located at 2000 S 13th St, whose agent is Maritza Ivette Pica Fuentes.

• Revocation hearing for Class B Tavern and Public Entertainment Premises licenses at 2000 S 13th St (Punta Cana), agent Maritza Ivette Pica Fuentes
• Discussion of permit process for parklets, sidewalk area dining facilities, and Active Streets for Business Program
• General motion on license committee recommendations (file 260204)

The Licenses Committee voted 5-0 to deny renewal of the Class B Tavern, Public Entertainment Premises and Food Dealer licenses for Brown & Gibbs Sports Bar due to the applicant's second nonappearance. The committee also approved several new and renewal licenses, including for KOPPA'S FULBELI DELI, OG PUB & GRILLE, CITGO ON TEUTONIA (with warning letter), K & P TOWING LLC, FRESHWATER FOOD & WINE FESTIVAL, and LUXE POUR STUDIO. Multiple other applications were held to the call of the chair for further review.

• Denied renewal of Brown & Gibbs Sports Bar licenses (5-0)
• Approved Class B Tavern license for KOPPA'S FULBELI DELI (4-0)
• Approved Class B Tavern and Food Dealer licenses for OG PUB & GRILLE (4-0)
• Approved renewal for CITGO ON TEUTONIA with warning letter (5-0)
• Approved renewal for K & P TOWING LLC (5-0)
• Approved Class B Tavern license for FRESHWATER FOOD & WINE FESTIVAL (5-0)
• Approved Class C Wine and Public Entertainment license for LUXE POUR STUDIO (5-0)
• Held Hookus SSE license to call of the chair (5-0)

CITY PLAN COMMISSION

The City Plan Commission will hold a public hearing and vote on a zoning change from a General Planned Development to a Detailed Planned Development for a multi-family residential development at 234 South Water Street. They will also consider approving plans for a riverwalk and the development known as The Everett at the same location. Additionally, they will review a minor modification to the Kane Commons planned development at 1162-64 East Kane Place for exterior alterations.

• Public hearing on rezoning for multi-family development at 234 S Water Street (no dollar amount specified)
• Resolution approving Riverwalk and multi-family development 'The Everett' at 234 S Water Street
• Minor modification to Kane Commons for exterior alterations at 1162-64 E Kane Place
• Approval of previous meeting minutes from May 18, 2026

The Commission recommended approval of a zoning change and Riverwalk plan for The Everett, a 12-story multifamily development at 234 S. Water Street. The vote was 5-0 with conditions including updated bike parking, landscape plans, and building materials. A minor modification to Kane Commons residential alterations was also approved.

• Approved minutes from May 18, 2026 (unanimous)
• Approved minor modification for exterior alterations at 1162-64 E. Kane Place (5-0)
• Recommended passage of zoning change to Detailed Planned Development for The Everett (5-0)
• Approved conditional Riverwalk plan for The Everett (5-0)

STEERING & RULES COMMITTEE

The committee will review communications regarding police crime reporting and the decline in chronic nuisance premises letters. Members will also discuss corporate rental property ownership and legal implications of Louisiana vs. Callais.

• Decline in s. 80-10 Chronic Nuisance Premises letters
• Collection and assessment of Part II crime data
• Corporate ownership of rental properties
• Legal effects of Louisiana vs. Callais, et al.

The Steering & Rules Committee voted unanimously to place on file a communication from the city attorney and neighborhood services regarding corporate ownership of rental properties. Several other items were held to the call of the chair or recommended for filing, including the Immigration Advisory Board ordinance and a resolution related to Act 12. No new ordinances or policies were approved.

• Held chronic nuisance premises letter communication to call of chair (8-0)
• Held Part II crime data communication to call of chair (8-0)
• Recommended placing on file corporate ownership of rental properties communication (6-0)
• Held Louisiana vs. Callais effects communication to call of chair (6-0)
• Recommended placing on file Immigration Advisory Board ordinance (6-0)
• Recommended placing on file resolution on Act 12 legal action (6-0)

CITY HALL CAMPUS EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS COMMITTEE

The City Hall Campus Emergency Preparedness Committee will hear updates from the Emergency Management Director on recent activities and drills. They will discuss the Secure Structures Ordinance and City Hall CPTED (crime prevention through environmental design) improvements. The committee will also draft a presentation for the Common Council.

• Update from Director Zollicoffer on drills
• Secure Structures Ordinance progress
• Draft council preview/presentation
• City Hall CPTED update
• Set next meeting date