Milwaukee Metropolitan Sewerage District public meetings in 2025

Ad Hoc Operations & Maintenance Contract Selection Committee

The Ad Hoc Operations & Maintenance Contract Selection Committee will hold a meeting to elect a chairperson and discuss closed-session contract negotiations. No open-session decisions are listed on the agenda.

The committee approved the proceedings from the August 28, 2025 meeting and elected a chairperson. The remainder of the meeting was held in closed session to discuss contract proposals and scoring methodology.

• Approved proceedings of August 28, 2025 meeting
• Elected Dennis M. Grzezinski as chair

Policy, Finance & Personnel Committee

The Policy, Finance & Personnel Committee will hold a special meeting to receive direction on the implementation of the Local Workforce Program. This is the only item of new business listed on the agenda.

• Direction on Local Workforce Program Implementation (Item 17 25-174-12)

The Committee reviewed a presentation on the Local Workforce Program implementation. The matter was forwarded to the Commission without a recommendation.

• Forwarded Local Workforce Program Implementation to the Commission without recommendation (unanimous voice vote)

Commission

The Milwaukee Metropolitan Sewerage District Commission will hold its regular meeting to elect leadership for 2026, approve funding agreements for private property infiltration reduction projects in Milwaukee and Wauwatosa, and review operations reports. The agenda also includes approval of contracts for planning services, levee and floodwall work, and pipeline cleaning, as well as amendments to intergovernmental agreements and budget revisions.

• Election of Commission Chair and Vice Chair for 2026
• Approval of $2025 City of Milwaukee Private Property Infiltration and Inflow Reduction Project funding agreement (M10005MI13)
• Approval of $2025 City of Wauwatosa Private Property Infiltration and Inflow Reduction Project funding agreement (M10005WA05)
• Approval of Contract M03122P01 for Wet Weather Treatment Feasibility Study
• Authorization to amend intergovernmental cooperation agreement for Kinnickinnic River Reach 2 Improvements between S. 6th Street and S. 16th Street (Project W40012)

The Commission elected Commissioner Zetts as Chair and Commissioner Kennedy as Vice Chair for 2026. The board approved several funding agreements for infiltration and inflow reduction and revised policies regarding legal services and procurement practices. Multiple contracts for watercourse services and program implementations for 2026 were also approved.

• Elected Commissioner Zetts as Commission Chair for 2026 (unanimous voice vote)
• Elected Commissioner Kennedy as Commission Vice Chair for 2026 (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved funding for City of Milwaukee and City of Wauwatosa private property infiltration and inflow reduction projects (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved planning services contract for Wet Weather Treatment Feasibility Study (unanimous voice vote)
• Revised policies 1-21.01, 1-78.01, and 1-78.02 regarding legal services and procurement (10-1)
• Approved 2026 implementation contracts for Greenseams® and Working Soils® programs (unanimous voice vote)
• Endorsed the creation of a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved amendments to the 2026 Operations and Maintenance Budget for Watercourse In-House Services (unanimous voice vote)

Operations Committee

The Operations Committee will consider funding agreements for private property infiltration and inflow reduction projects in Milwaukee and Wauwatosa. The body will also review contracts for wet weather treatment and various infrastructure repairs.

• Funding Agreement M10005MI13: 2025 City of Milwaukee Private Property Infiltration and Inflow Reduction Project
• Funding Agreement M10005WA05: 2025 City of Wauwatosa Private Property Infiltration and Inflow Reduction Project
• Contract M03122P01: Planning Services for Wet Weather Treatment Feasibility Study
• Contract W20028C01: Western Milwaukee Phase 2B Levee and Floodwall delegated authority
• Contract S02017D01: Blower Branch Pipe Replacement at South Shore Water Reclamation Facility delegated authority

The Committee approved funding agreements for private property infiltration and inflow reduction projects in Milwaukee and Wauwatosa. It also approved a feasibility study for wet weather treatment and restored delegated authority for several infrastructure contracts.

• Approved Funding Agreement M10005MI13 for 2025 City of Milwaukee Private Property Infiltration and Inflow Reduction Project (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved Funding Agreement M10005WA05 for 2025 City of Wauwatosa Private Property Infiltration and Inflow Reduction Project (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved Contract M03122P01 for Wet Weather Treatment Feasibility Study planning services (unanimous voice vote)
• Restored Executive Director’s original delegated authority for Contract W20028C01, Western Milwaukee Phase 2B Levee and Floodwall (voice vote)
• Restored Executive Director’s original delegated authority for Contract S02017D01, Blower Branch Pipe Replacement at South Shore Water Reclamation Facility (voice vote)
• Approved change order requests and restored Executive Director's delegated authority for Interplant Sludge System Improvements (voice vote)

Policy, Finance & Personnel Committee

The Policy, Finance & Personnel Committee will discuss several intergovernmental agreements and contract extensions. The body is also considering revisions to commission policies regarding legal services, procurement, and contracts.

• Amendment to Intergovernmental Cooperation Agreement with City of Milwaukee for Kinnickinnic River Reach 2 Improvements (S. 6th Street to S. 16th Street, Project W40012)
• Agreement with Milwaukee County regarding Wilson Park
• Revisions to Commission Policies 1-21.01 (Legal Services), 1-78.01 (Procurement Practices), and 1-78.02 (Contracts)
• Approval of 2026 implementation contracts for Greenseams® (W97006P02) and Working Soils® (W97005P16) programs
• Amendment to the 2026 Operations and Maintenance Budget for Watercourse In-House Services

The Policy, Finance & Personnel Committee approved several intergovernmental agreements, insurance extensions, and program contracts. The committee also amended procurement policies by removing targeted area zip code changes for separate future review.

• Approved amendment to Kinnickinnic River Reach 2 Improvements agreement with City of Milwaukee (unanimous)
• Approved extension of life and accidental death insurance contracts (unanimous)
• Approved agreement with Milwaukee County regarding Wilson Park (unanimous)
• Approved amendments to policies 1-21.01, 1-78.01, and 1-78.02 removing targeted area zip code changes (voice vote)
• Approved 2026 Greenseams Program Implementation contract W97006P02 (unanimous)
• Approved 2026 Working Soils Program Implementation contract W97005P16 (unanimous)
• Approved endorsement for the creation of a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization (unanimous)
• Approved 2026 Operations and Maintenance Budget amendment for Watercourse In-House Services (unanimous)

Commission

The Commission will meet to receive the Executive Director's report. The meeting includes updates on infrastructure programs and specific river and pipeline projects.

• Private Property Infiltration and Inflow Program update
• Kinnickinnic River update
• Interplant Sludge Pipeline Cleaning update, Contract P01005C06

Commission

The Milwaukee Metropolitan Sewerage District Commission will meet to review operational reports, approve contracts, and set 2026 capital charges for nonmember communities. Key decisions include funding agreements for watercourse studies, sewer capacity improvements, and updates to user charge rates and rules.

• Change order for Dryer Tire and Trunnion Replacements, Contract J04079C01
• Joint funding agreement with USGS for Phase VII Watercourse Corridor Study, Project M03123P01
• Award of Research Vessel Replacement Contract M08001C01
• Public hearing proposed for amendment to MMSD Rules Chapter 11, Discharge Regulations
• 2026 Capital Charges authorization for Nonmember Communities

The Commission approved the 2026 user charge rates and capital charges for nonmember communities. It also adopted an approach to PFAS compounds in the Milwaukee region and authorized a public hearing on discharge regulations. Several infrastructure contracts and insurance renewals were approved.

• Approved 2026 User Charge Rates and Cost Recovery Procedures Manual (unanimous)
• Authorized 2026 Capital Charges to Nonmember Communities (unanimous)
• Adopted approach to Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substance (PFAS) compounds (unanimous)
• Authorized public hearing on proposed amendments to Chapter 11 Discharge Regulations (unanimous)
• Approved Research Vessel Replacement contract M08001C01 (unanimous)
• Approved acquisition plats for Oak Creek Southwest Interceptor and 43rd Street Ditch projects (unanimous)
• Approved 2026 contracts for retiree prescription drug coverage and stop loss insurance (unanimous)
• Approved change order for Dryer Tire and Trunnion Replacements contract J04079C01 (unanimous)

Operations Committee

The Milwaukee Metropolitan Sewerage District’s Operations Committee will meet to approve minutes from its last meeting and hear the Executive Director’s report. The committee will also consider a change order request for dryer tire and trunnion replacements under an existing contract, and a proposal to restore the Executive Director’s original delegated authority.

• Change Order Request 25-143-11 for Dryer Tire and Trunnion Replacements under Contract J04079C01
• Proposal to restore Executive Director’s original delegated authority
• Approval of proceedings from October 13, 2025 meeting

The Operations Committee approved a change order request for dryer tire and trunnion replacements and restored the Executive Director's original delegated authority. The committee also approved the proceedings from the October 13, 2025, meeting.

• Approved Change Order Request, Contract J04079C01, Dryer Tire and Trunnion Replacements, and restoration of Executive Director’s original delegated authority (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved proceedings of the October 13, 2025, Regular Committee Meeting

Policy, Finance & Personnel Committee

The Policy, Finance & Personnel Committee will review 2026 user charge rates and capital charges for nonmember communities. The body is also considering several land acquisitions for sewer and ditch projects and updates to discharge regulations.

• Proposed 2026 User Charge Rates and Cost Recovery Procedures Manual update
• 2026 Capital Charges to Nonmember Communities
• Public hearing authorization for MMSD Rules Chapter 11 Discharge Regulations
• Acquisition plats for Oak Creek Southwest Metropolitan Interceptor Sewer and 43rd Street Ditch Project
• Contract for Research Vessel Replacement (M08001C01)

The Policy, Finance & Personnel Committee approved the 2026 user charge rates and capital charges for nonmember communities. The committee also authorized several infrastructure projects, health insurance contracts, and a new approach to PFAS compounds.

• Approved 2026 user charge rates and Cost Recovery Procedures Manual update (unanimous)
• Approved 2026 capital charges to nonmember communities (unanimous)
• Approved approach to Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substance (PFAS) compounds (unanimous)
• Approved contract for research vessel replacement and project cost changes (unanimous)
• Approved public hearing for discharge regulations and enforcement rules amendment (unanimous)
• Approved acquisition plats for Oak Creek Southwest Interceptor and 43rd Street Ditch projects (unanimous)
• Approved revised staffing, recruitment, and hiring practices policy (unanimous)
• Approved new position titles and pay grades (unanimous)

Commission

The Milwaukee Metropolitan Sewerage District Commission will meet to approve the 2026 operations and capital budgets, levy taxes for capital purposes, and vote on issuing up to $112 million in general obligation bonds. The meeting will also include updates on flood management, storm recovery, and staff recognition.

• Approve 2026 Operations and Maintenance Budget
• Approve 2026 Capital Budget
• Levy taxes for 2026 Capital Purposes (requires 2/3 vote)
• Authorize sale of up to $112,000,000 in general obligation bonds (requires 2/3 vote)
• Contract K01017D01: Engineering Services – Conveyance SCADA Upgrade ($1.3M)

The Commission approved the 2026 fiscal year operations, maintenance, and capital budgets. It also authorized the issuance of up to $112 million in general obligation bonds or promissory notes and approved the levying of taxes for capital purposes for the 2026 fiscal year.

• Authorized sale and issuance of not to exceed $112,000,000 General Obligation Bonds/Promissory Notes (9-0)
• Approved 2026 Fiscal Year Capital Budget (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved 2026 Fiscal Year Operations and Maintenance Budget (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved levying of taxes for 2026 Fiscal Year capital purposes (8-0)
• Approved engineering services for Conveyance SCADA Upgrade (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved engineering services for Jones Island pump station electrical replacements (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved engineering services for FEMA levee accreditation sewer rehabilitation (unanimous voice vote)
• Revised Commission Policy 1-77.20 regarding insurance and related benefits (unanimous voice vote)

Operations Committee

The Milwaukee Metropolitan Sewerage District Operations Committee is meeting to consider several engineering service contracts and change orders. The items focus on facility upgrades and system rehabilitations.

• Contract K01017D01: Engineering Services for Conveyance Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition Upgrade
• Contract J01032D01: Engineering Services for Inline Storage System Pump Station Electrical Replacements at Jones Island Water Reclamation Facility
• Contract W20034D01: Engineering Services for Sewer Rehabilitation for Federal Emergency Management Agency Levee Accreditation
• Contract J06080C30: Change order request for Dewatering and Drying Spare Auger Procurement
• Contract S01013D01: Restoration of Executive Director's authority for South Shore Water Reclamation Facility Primary Clarification Upgrade

The Committee unanimously approved several engineering services contracts and change orders. These actions include upgrades to supervisory control systems, pump station electrical replacements, and sewer rehabilitation for FEMA levee accreditation.

• Approved Contract K01017D01 for Conveyance Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition Upgrade (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved Contract J01032D01 for Inline Storage System Pump Station Electrical Replacements at Jones Island Water Reclamation Facility (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved Change Order Request and Delegate Executive Director Change Order Authority for Contract J06080C30, Dewatering and Drying Spare Auger Procurement (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved Contract W20034D01 for Sewer Rehabilitation for Federal Emergency Management Agency Levee Accreditation (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved Change Order Request and Delegate Executive Director Change Order Authority for Contract TS-2719, On-Call Engineering Services - Conveyance Facilities (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved restoration of Executive Director’s Original Delegated Authority for Contract S01013D01, South Shore Water Reclamation Facility Primary Clarification Upgrade (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved proceedings of the September 8, 2025 meeting

Policy, Finance & Personnel Committee

The Policy, Finance & Personnel Committee will meet to decide on the 2026 Operations and Maintenance Budget, Capital Budget, and tax levy, as well as a $112 million bond sale. It will also vote on new position titles and pay grades, and consider a change order for HVAC maintenance services. The meeting includes routine approvals and a report from the Executive Director.

• Change Order Request for HVAC maintenance services (Contract P-3043)
• Adopt 2026 Operations and Maintenance Budget
• Adopt 2026 Capital Budget
• Levy taxes for 2026 Capital Purposes
• Authorize sale of up to $112,000,000 in general obligation bonds

The Committee unanimously approved the 2026 Fiscal Year Operations and Maintenance and Capital budgets, as well as the levying of taxes for capital purposes. Members also authorized the sale of up to $112 million in general obligation bonds or promissory notes. Additionally, the committee updated insurance policies and personnel pay grades.

• Approved 2026 Fiscal Year Operations and Maintenance Budget (Unanimous)
• Approved 2026 Fiscal Year Capital Budget (Unanimous)
• Approved levying of taxes for 2026 Fiscal Year capital purposes (Unanimous)
• Authorized sale and issuance of up to $112,000,000 General Obligation Bonds/Notes (Unanimous)
• Approved rescinding existing position titles and pay grades and approving new ones (Unanimous)
• Approved revision to Commission Policy 1-77.20 regarding insurance and benefits (Unanimous)
• Approved change order for Contract P-3043 HVAC maintenance and restored Executive Director authority (Unanimous)
• Approved proceedings from September 8 and September 22, 2025 meetings

Policy, Finance & Personnel Committee

The Policy, Finance & Personnel Committee will meet to consider amendments to the 2025 Capital Budget, including flood damage restoration projects and a project cost change for a creek restoration. The committee may also enter closed session for legal or bargaining reasons before reconvening in open session.

• Amend 2025 Capital Budget for Project I04002 (CT-01 Flood Damage Restoration)
• Approve cost change for Project W24004 (Honey Creek Reach 4 – McCarty Park to Morgan)
• Possible closed session for legal or bargaining reasons

The Committee approved an amendment to the 2025 Capital Budget. This action created the CT-01 Flood Damage Restoration project and updated the total project cost for the Honey Creek Reach 4 project.

• Approved 2025 Capital Budget amendment, creation of Project I04002 (CT-01 Flood Damage Restoration), and cost changes for Project W24004 (Honey Creek Reach 4 - McCarty Park to Morgan) (unanimous voice vote)

Commission

The Commission will review several infrastructure contracts and funding agreements for sewer and stormwater projects. The body is also considering the issuance of general obligation refunding bonds and updates to the 2025 capital budget.

• Sale and issuance of not to exceed $76,140,000 General Obligation Refunding Bonds
• Funding agreement for Milwaukee Public Schools Green Schoolyards Redevelopment Program
• Agreement with City of Milwaukee for North 35th Street and West Roosevelt Drive improvements
• Amendment to 2025 Capital Budget for CT-01 Flood Damage Restoration and Honey Creek Reach 4
• Contract for secondary clarifier batteries 1-4 walkways rehabilitation at South Shore Water Reclamation Facility

The Commission approved the sale and issuance of General Obligation Refunding Bonds not to exceed $76,140,000. It also approved multiple sewer rehabilitation contracts, funding agreements for Glendale and Milwaukee Public Schools, and amendments to the 2025 Capital Budget.

• Authorized sale of General Obligation Refunding Bonds not to exceed $76,140,000 (10-0)
• Approved Milwaukee Public Schools Green Schoolyards Redevelopment funding agreement (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved City of Glendale Private Property Infiltration and Inflow Reduction funding agreement (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved contract for Closed Circuit Televising of Post Rehabilitation Lateral Sanitary Sewers (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved contract for Rehabilitation of Individual Pipe Segments (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved agreement with City of Milwaukee for North 35th Street and West Roosevelt Drive Improvements (unanimous voice vote)
• Revised Commission Policy 1-73.18 Debt Policy (unanimous voice vote)
• Amended 2025 Capital Budget to create CT-01 Flood Damage Restoration project (10-0)

Operations Committee

The Operations Committee will consider several funding agreements and service contracts for sewer infrastructure and facility maintenance. The meeting includes reviews of projects at the South Shore and Jones Island Water Reclamation Facilities.

• Funding agreement for Milwaukee Public Schools Green Schoolyards Redevelopment Program
• Funding agreement for City of Glendale Private Property Infiltration and Inflow Reduction Project
• Contract for Engineering Services – Conveyance Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition Upgrade
• Contract for Secondary Clarifier Batteries 1-4 Walkways Rehabilitation at South Shore Water Reclamation Facility
• Contract for Influent and Secondary Effluent Flow Meters Replacement at Jones Island Water Reclamation Facility

The Committee approved 11 items related to funding agreements, contract awards, and change orders for sewer infrastructure and facility upgrades. One contract for conveyance supervisory control and data acquisition upgrades was pulled from the agenda.

• Approved Milwaukee Public Schools Green Schoolyards Redevelopment Program Funding Agreement (unanimous)
• Approved City of Glendale Private Property Infiltration and Inflow Reduction Project Funding Agreement (unanimous)
• Approved contract for Closed Circuit Televising of Post Rehabilitation Lateral Sanitary Sewers - 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved Headquarters Remodel change order and restored Executive Director's original delegated authority (unanimous)
• Pulled Contract K01017D01 for Conveyance Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition Upgrade from agenda
• Approved engineering services for Ferric Chloride and Polymer System Upgrades (unanimous)
• Approved change order and delegated authority for South Shore Water Reclamation Facility relay coordination (unanimous)
• Approved contract for Rehabilitation of Individual Pipe Segments (unanimous)

Policy, Finance & Personnel Committee

The Policy, Finance & Personnel Committee will meet to decide on several financial and administrative items, including two bond resolutions totaling $152.28M for sewerage system refunding and a debt policy revision. The committee will also discuss intergovernmental agreements for stormwater projects and a change order for Oracle cloud support.

• $76.14M General Obligation Refunding Bonds (25-126-9) requiring 2/3 Commission vote
• $76.14M Sewerage System Refunding Bonds, Series 2025H (25-127-9) requiring 2/3 Commission vote
• Amendment to 30th Street Corridor Wet Weather Relief Phase 2 Stormwater West Basin agreement (25-122-9)
• Change order for Oracle Cloud Fusion ERP/HCM systems support (25-123-9)
• Revision to Commission Policy 1-73.18, Debt Policy (25-124-9) and insurance coverage renewal (25-125-9)

The Policy, Finance & Personnel Committee approved the sale and issuance of General Obligation Refunding Bonds not to exceed $76,140,000. The committee also approved several infrastructure agreements with the City of Milwaukee and updates to debt and insurance policies.

• Approved agreement with City of Milwaukee for North 35th Street and West Roosevelt Drive Improvements (unanimous)
• Approved amendment to Intergovernmental Cooperation Agreement for 30th Street Corridor Wet Weather Relief Phase 2 Stormwater West Basin (unanimous)
• Approved change order for Oracle Cloud Fusion ERP/HCM post-implementation support (unanimous)
• Approved revisions to Commission Policy 1-73.18, Debt Policy (unanimous)
• Approved insurance coverage purchase or renewal for general operations (unanimous)
• Approved initial resolution for sale of not to exceed $76,140,000 General Obligation Refunding Bonds (unanimous)
• Approved resolution establishing parameters for sale of not to exceed $76,140,000 General Obligation Sewerage System Refunding Bonds, Series 2025H (unanimous)

Ad Hoc Operations & Maintenance Contract Selection Committee

The Ad Hoc Operations & Maintenance Contract Selection Committee will review the timeline for issuing and evaluating requests for proposals (RFPs) for operations and maintenance contracts. The meeting includes procedural approvals and a closed session for contract negotiations and legal discussions.

• Review Operations and Maintenance Contract Request for Proposal Timeline
• Closed Session for contract negotiations and legal counsel (CS1)
• Approval of proceedings from June 5, 2025 meeting

Commission

The Milwaukee Metropolitan Sewerage District Commission will meet to decide on capital projects, contracts, and policy changes, including a $2 million sewerage system bond sale and floodwall repairs. The agenda also includes routine approvals, staff reports, and a closed session for contract negotiations.

• Award contract for Brookfield private property sewer lateral rehabilitation
• Vote on $2 million general obligation sewerage system promissory notes sale
• Approve $1.2 million change order for New Berlin sewer infiltration project
• Amend 2025 capital budget to replace research vessel Pelagos
• Adopt amendment to 2050 Facilities Plan

The Commission elected Commissioner Zetts as Vice Chair and approved the 2026 meeting calendar. The board approved multiple change orders and contracts for sewer projects in New Berlin and Brookfield, as well as the issuance of General Obligation promissory notes.

• Elected Commissioner Zetts as Commission Vice Chair (unanimous voice vote)
• Adopted 2026 Committee/Commission Meeting Calendar (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved change order for New Berlin Private Property Infiltration and Inflow Reduction Project (unanimous voice vote)
• Awarded contract for Brookfield Private Property Infiltration and Inflow Reduction Project (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved issuance of General Obligation Sewerage System Promissory Notes (10-0)
• Amended 2025 Capital Budget to create Research Vessel Pelagos Replacement project (10-0)
• Adopted amendment to the 2050 Facilities Plan (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved agreement with City of Wauwatosa regarding Menomonee River Levee System Accreditation (unanimous voice vote)

Operations Committee

The Milwaukee Metropolitan Sewerage District Operations Committee is meeting to consider several contract awards and change order requests. The items focus on infiltration reduction, pipeline cleaning, and levee and floodwall projects.

• Change order for 2024 City of New Berlin Private Property Infiltration and Inflow Reduction Project
• Contract award for 2025 Private Property Infiltration and Inflow Reduction Project - Lateral Rehabilitation, City of Brookfield
• Material capital repair for Four Dryers Blade Replacements
• Change order for Pipeline Cleaning Phase 2 - Interplant Sludge System Improvements
• Contract award for Sanitary Sewer Outfall Abandonment

The Committee approved several contracts and change orders related to infiltration reduction, pipeline cleaning, and levee work. All items on the new business agenda were passed via voice vote.

• Approved change order for New Berlin Private Property Infiltration and Inflow Reduction Project (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved contract for Brookfield Private Property Infiltration and Inflow Reduction Project (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved material capital repair for four dryers blade replacements (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved change order and project cost changes for Pipeline Cleaning Phase 2 (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved contract and project cost changes for Sanitary Sewer Outfall Abandonment (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved restoration of Executive Director’s original delegated authority for Western Milwaukee Phase 2B Levee and Floodwall (voice vote)
• Approved change order and project cost change for High Strength Waste System Improvements planning services (unanimous voice vote)

Policy, Finance & Personnel Committee

The Policy, Finance & Personnel Committee will discuss updates to the 2050 Facilities Plan and the 2025 Capital Budget. The body is also reviewing an agreement with the City of Wauwatosa and a lease for cellular equipment.

• Resolution for the sale and issuance of General Obligation Sewerage System Promissory Notes
• Amendment to the 2050 Facilities Plan
• Amendment to 2025 Capital Budget to create Project M08001 for Research Vessel Pelagos Replacement
• Agreement with City of Wauwatosa regarding Menomonee River Levee System Accreditation
• Lease to operate and maintain cellular transmission equipment on KK01 Dropshaft Site

The Policy, Finance & Personnel Committee approved several administrative updates, including a 2050 Facilities Plan amendment and a lease for cellular equipment. The committee also authorized the issuance of general obligation promissory notes and amended the 2025 Capital Budget to replace the Research Vessel Pelagos.

• Approved Amendment to the 2050 Facilities Plan (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved agreement with City of Wauwatosa regarding Menomonee River Levee System Accreditation (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved rescinding Policy 1-73.22 and revising Policy 1-77.04 regarding training and certifications (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved change order request for Contract P-3139, Fresh Coast Works Project (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved lease to operate and maintain cellular transmission equipment on KK01 Dropshaft Site (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved resolution for sale and issuance of General Obligation Sewerage System Promissory Notes (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved 2025 Capital Budget amendment to create Project M08001 for Research Vessel Pelagos Replacement (unanimous voice vote)

Commission

The meeting is a press conference and celebration for the 100th anniversary of the Jones Island Water Reclamation Facility. No official Commission business will be conducted and no actions will be taken.

• Jones Island Water Reclamation Facility 100th anniversary celebration

Commission

The meeting is a celebration of the Jones Island Water Reclamation Facility's 100th anniversary. No official MMSD Commission business will be conducted, and no action will be taken by any Committee or the Commission.

Commission

The Commission will consider various funding agreements, contract awards, and change orders for water reclamation and sewer projects. The body will also discuss intergovernmental agreements with the cities of Wauwatosa and Brookfield.

• Funding agreement for Village of Elm Grove Private Property Infiltration and Inflow Reduction Project
• Contract award for Port Milwaukee Overpass Green Highways Program Project
• Agreement with City of Wauwatosa regarding Wisconsin Avenue Bridge Project and Hart Park Storm Sewers
• Intergovernmental Cooperation Agreement with City of Brookfield for sanitary sewer lateral rehabilitation
• Contracts to upgrade core technology infrastructure

The Commission approved numerous contracts for water reclamation facility upgrades, green infrastructure projects, and intergovernmental agreements. The board also adopted recognition resolutions for four commissioners and updated policies regarding nondiscrimination and equal employment opportunity.

• Approved funding for Village of Elm Grove Private Property Infiltration and Inflow Reduction Project (unanimous)
• Approved Community Based Green Infrastructure Phase Four contract G98031P01 (voice vote)
• Awarded Port Milwaukee Overpass Green Highways Program Project contract G98026C01 (unanimous)
• Approved 2025 Green Solutions and Green Infrastructure Partnership Program projects (unanimous)
• Approved odor control upgrades at Jones Island and South Shore Water Reclamation Facilities (voice vote)
• Approved agreement with City of Wauwatosa for Wisconsin Avenue Bridge Project and Hart Park storm sewers (unanimous)
• Approved agreement with City of Brookfield for sanitary sewer lateral rehabilitation (unanimous)
• Rescinded Affirmative Action policy 1-77.52 and revised Nondiscrimination and Equal Employment Opportunity policy 1-77.54 (unanimous)

Operations Committee

The Milwaukee Metropolitan Sewerage District Operations Committee is meeting to approve contracts and change orders for water reclamation facilities and green infrastructure. The body will also review 2024 DNR compliance reports for the Jones Island and South Shore facilities.

• Funding agreement for Village of Elm Grove Private Property Infiltration and Inflow Reduction Project
• Award of contract for Port Milwaukee Overpass Green Highways Program Project
• Odor control upgrade contract for Equalization and Blend Tanks at Jones Island Water Reclamation Facility
• Review of 2024 DNR Compliance Maintenance Annual Reports for Jones Island and South Shore facilities
• Contract for on-call construction services for conveyance construction

The Committee approved a series of contracts, change orders, and funding agreements for water reclamation facilities and green infrastructure. Several actions included restoring the Executive Director's original delegated authority for specific engineering and architectural contracts.

• Approved funding for Village of Elm Grove Private Property Infiltration and Inflow Reduction Project (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved Community Based Green Infrastructure Phase Four contract G98031P01 (voice vote)
• Awarded Port Milwaukee Overpass Green Highways Program Project contract G98026C01 (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved 2025 Green Solutions Program projects and 2025 Green Infrastructure Partnership Program projects (unanimous voice votes)
• Approved change order for On-Call Construction Management Services and project cost changes for I06001 and C05055 (unanimous voice vote)
• Restored Executive Director's delegated authority for Kinnickinnic River Reach 2 South and Jackson Park Service Yard contracts (voice votes)
• Approved odor control upgrades and engineering services for Jones Island and South Shore Water Reclamation Facilities (voice votes)
• Approved 2024 WDNR Compliance Maintenance Annual Reports for Jones Island and South Shore facilities (unanimous voice vote)

Policy, Finance & Personnel Committee

The Policy, Finance & Personnel Committee will discuss intergovernmental agreements for sewer and bridge projects. The body is also considering updates to employment policies and technology infrastructure contracts.

• Agreement with City of Wauwatosa regarding Wisconsin Avenue Bridge Project and Hart Park Storm Sewers
• Intergovernmental Cooperation Agreement with City of Brookfield for sanitary sewer lateral rehabilitation
• Contracts M06018C01, M06018C02, M06018C03, and M06018C04 to upgrade core technology infrastructure
• Rescinding Commission Policy 1-77.52 (Affirmative Action) and revising Policy 1-77.54 (Nondiscrimination and Equal Employment Opportunity)
• Approval of new position titles and pay grades

The Policy, Finance & Personnel Committee approved several intergovernmental agreements and internal administrative updates. Key actions included authorizing contracts for technology infrastructure and approving new position titles and pay grades.

• Approved agreement with City of Wauwatosa for Wisconsin Avenue Bridge Project and Hart Park Storm Sewers (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved rescinding Commission Policy 1-77.52 (Affirmative Action) and revising Policy 1-77.54 (Nondiscrimination and Equal Employment Opportunity) (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved cooperation agreement with City of Brookfield for sanitary sewer lateral rehabilitation (unanimous voice vote)
• Authorized Executive Director to execute contracts M06018C01, M06018C02, M06018C03, and M06018C04 for core technology infrastructure upgrades (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved new position titles and pay grades (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved proceedings of the April 14, 2025 meeting

Ad Hoc Operations & Maintenance Contract Selection Committee

The Ad Hoc Operations & Maintenance Contract Selection Committee meets to discuss updates on a draft contract and review proposals for operations and maintenance services. The meeting is held at the Milwaukee Metropolitan Sewerage District headquarters in the Dennis M. Grzezinski Conference Room.

• Update on Draft Contract
• Review and Discussion of Operations and Maintenance Contract Request for Proposals

The Committee approved the minutes from the April 11, 2025 meeting. Staff provided updates on the draft procurement schedule and the request for proposals process, including potential scoring metrics. No final decisions were made on the contract or scoring weights.

• Approved proceedings of April 11, 2025 meeting (unanimous voice vote)

Commission

The Milwaukee Metropolitan Sewerage District Commission will meet to approve contracts and change orders for sewer system maintenance and upgrades, including roof replacements and equipment repairs at Jones Island and South Shore facilities. The agenda also includes reports on federal funding impacts, climate metrics, and a 100th anniversary update for Jones Island. Closed session is scheduled for contract negotiations and legal discussions.

• Award $1.2M contract for Milwaukee River Habitat Enhancement - Estabrook Falls
• Approve $1.1M change order for Jones Island Water Reclamation Facility dewaters and solids ladder chute replacements
• Award $850K contract for Jones Island Water Reclamation Facility roof replacement Phase 4
• Approve $720K contract for South Shore Water Reclamation Facility roof replacement Phase 5
• Discuss 2026 budget initiatives and federal funding impacts

The Commission approved several contracts for water reclamation facility repairs, roof replacements, and sewer capacity improvements. The board also authorized change orders for private property infiltration reduction and engineering services.

• Approved change order for 2024 City of Milwaukee Private Property Infiltration and Inflow Reduction Project (unanimous voice vote)
• Awarded contract for Milwaukee River Habitat Enhancement - Estabrook Falls (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved change order for Process Air Compressor System Upgrade at Jones Island Water Reclamation Facility (voice vote)
• Approved ladder chute replacements at Jones Island Water Reclamation Facility (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved Product Cooler #1 Rotor Procurement (unanimous voice vote)
• Awarded contract for South Shore Water Reclamation Facility Building Roofs Replacement Phase 5 (unanimous voice vote)
• Awarded contract for Jones Island Water Reclamation Facility Building Roofs Replacement Phase 4 (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved contracts for Oklahoma Avenue and Oak Creek Southwest Metropolitan Interceptor Sewer projects (unanimous voice vote)

Operations Committee

The Operations Committee will consider several contract awards and change order requests for sewer infrastructure and water reclamation facilities. The body is also reviewing roof replacements and equipment procurement for the Jones Island and South Shore facilities.

• Contract award for Milwaukee River Habitat Enhancement - Estabrook Falls
• Roof replacement Phase 5 for South Shore Water Reclamation Facility
• Roof replacement Phase 4 for Jones Island Water Reclamation Facility
• Change order for 2024 City of Milwaukee Private Property Infiltration and Inflow Reduction Project
• Engineering services for Oklahoma Avenue and Oak Creek Southwest Metropolitan Interceptor Sewers

The Committee unanimously approved several contract awards, change order requests, and material replacements for the Jones Island and South Shore Water Reclamation Facilities. The board also authorized the restoration of the Executive Director's original delegated authority for specific engineering projects.

• Approved change order for 2024 City of Milwaukee Private Property Infiltration and Inflow Reduction Project (unanimous)
• Approved contract for Milwaukee River Habitat Enhancement - Estabrook Falls (unanimous)
• Approved change order and restored Executive Director's authority for Jones Island Process Air Compressor System Upgrade (unanimous)
• Approved ladder chute replacements at Jones Island Water Reclamation Facility (unanimous)
• Approved Product Cooler #1 Rotor procurement (unanimous)
• Approved South Shore Water Reclamation Facility Building Roofs Replacement Phase 5 (unanimous)
• Approved Jones Island Water Reclamation Facility Building Roofs Replacement Phase 4 and project cost changes (unanimous)
• Approved restored Executive Director's authority for Oklahoma Avenue and Oak Creek Southwest interceptor projects (unanimous)

Commission

The Commission will consider several change orders for watercourse maintenance and interceptor sewer improvements. The body is also deciding on budget transfers for 2024 and carryover funds for the 2025 Operations and Maintenance Budget.

• Change order for Martha Washington/Highlands Area Metropolitan Interceptor Sewer Improvements (Contract C04005D01)
• Change orders for watercourse maintenance in the Northeast Area, Southeast Area, and Underwood Creek
• Revision of Commission Policy 1-77.35 regarding Compensation Policy
• Transfer of two excess properties in Glendale to Milwaukee County
• Amendments to the 2025 Operations and Maintenance Budget to reflect carryover funds

The Commission approved multiple change orders for watercourse maintenance and sewer improvements. It also authorized budget transfers for 2024 and 2025, revised the compensation policy, and approved the transfer of two properties in Glendale to Milwaukee County.

• Approved change order for Martha Washington/Highlands Area interceptor sewer improvements (voice vote)
• Approved three change orders for watercourse maintenance in County Grounds, Northeast, and Southeast areas (unanimous voice votes)
• Approved three-year licensing agreement for Trimble Unity Construct (unanimous voice vote)
• Authorized purchase orders for private property infiltration and inflow reduction residential program (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved revision to Commission Policy 1-77.35 Compensation Policy (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved declaration of excess and transfer of two Glendale properties to Milwaukee County (unanimous voice vote)
• Authorized transfer of funds in 2024 Operations and Maintenance and Capital budgets (8-0)
• Amended 2025 Operations and Maintenance Budget to reflect carryover of unexpended funds (8-0)

Operations Committee

The Milwaukee Metropolitan Sewerage District Operations Committee will review and likely approve four change orders for sewer and watercourse maintenance contracts. The meeting is a regularly scheduled public session at the District’s headquarters in Milwaukee.

• Change Order 25-044-4 for Martha Washington/Highlands Area sewer improvements, Contract C04005D01
• Change Order 25-045-4 for 2023–2026 invasive species management in Underwood Creek, Contract W98008C01
• Change Order 25-046-4 for Northeast Area watercourse maintenance, Contract W98008C07
• Change Order 25-047-4 for Southeast Area watercourse maintenance, Contract W98008C09

The Committee approved change order requests for sewer interceptor improvements and watercourse maintenance. These actions include restoring the Executive Director's original delegated authority for one project.

• Approved Change Order Request 25-044-4 for Martha Washington/Highlands Area Metropolitan Interceptor Sewer Improvements (voice vote)
• Approved Change Order Request 25-045-4 for 2023-2026 Watercourse Maintenance Invasive Species Management - County Grounds, Underwood Creek-Phase 1 and Phase 2 (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved Change Order Request 25-046-4 for 2024-2025 Watercourse Maintenance Contract - Northeast Area (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved Change Order Request 25-047-4 for 2024-2025 Watercourse Maintenance Contract - Southeast Area (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved proceedings of the March 10, 2025 meeting

Policy, Finance & Personnel Committee

The Policy, Finance & Personnel Committee will discuss budget amendments and fund transfers for 2024 and 2025. The body is also considering a compensation policy revision and the transfer of two properties in Glendale to Milwaukee County.

• Contract TS-2731 for Trimble Unity Construct Three-Year Licensing Agreement
• Revision of Commission Policy 1-77.35, Compensation Policy
• Transfer of ownership of two properties in Glendale to Milwaukee County
• New lease for the Milwaukee River Flushing Station
• Establishing dates and times for 2026 Capital and Operations and Maintenance Budget public hearings

The Policy, Finance & Personnel Committee approved several administrative actions, including budget amendments and a three-year software licensing agreement. The committee also authorized the transfer of two properties in Glendale to Milwaukee County and a new lease for the Milwaukee River Flushing Station.

• Approved Trimble Unity Construct three-year licensing agreement (unanimous)
• Approved purchase orders for Private Property Infiltration and Inflow Reduction Residential Program (unanimous)
• Approved revisions to Commission Policy 1-77.35 Compensation Policy (unanimous)
• Approved declaration of excess and transfer of two Glendale properties to Milwaukee County (unanimous)
• Approved new lease for the Milwaukee River Flushing Station (unanimous)
• Approved fund transfers in 2024 Operations and Maintenance and Capital budgets (unanimous)
• Approved 2025 Operations and Maintenance Budget amendment for unexpended funds carryover (unanimous)
• Established dates and times for 2026 Capital and Operations and Maintenance Budget public hearings (unanimous)

Ad Hoc Operations & Maintenance Contract Selection Committee

The Ad Hoc Operations & Maintenance Contract Selection Committee of the Milwaukee Metropolitan Sewerage District meets to review a draft operations and maintenance contract. The meeting includes a closed session for contract negotiations and legal discussions, followed by potential open session continuation.

• Review of Draft Operations and Maintenance Contract (CS1)
• Closed Session for contract negotiations and legal counsel (pursuant to §19.85(1)(e), (g))

The committee approved the proceedings from the February 20, 2025 meeting. The remainder of the meeting was held in closed session to review a draft Operations and Maintenance Contract.

• Approved proceedings of February 20, 2025 meeting (unanimous voice vote)

Commission

The Milwaukee Metropolitan Sewerage District Commission will meet to approve contracts and change orders for sewer system repairs and upgrades, revise commission policies, and adopt rules related to drone use. The meeting includes reports on operations, executive director updates, and a closed session for personnel matters.

• Award contract C98061E02 for Outfall Condition Assessment - Phase 1 ($ amount not specified)
• Approve change orders for Western Milwaukee Phase 2B Levee and Floodwall ($ amount not specified)
• Approve change orders for Digester #12 Heat Exchanger and Hot Water Pump Replacements at South Shore Water Reclamation Facility ($ amount not specified)
• Approve change orders for Dewatering and Drying Belt Filter Press Overhauls at Jones Island Water Reclamation Facility ($ amount not specified)
• Adopt amendment to MMSD Rules, Chapter 14, to add Section 14.11, Drone Use

The Commission approved several contract awards and change orders for water reclamation facilities and levee projects. The board also adopted new guiding principles for Milwaukee County Parks projects and updated rules regarding drone use at district facilities.

• Approved Contract C98061E02 for Outfall Condition Assessment - Phase 1 (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved change order for Contract W20028C01 Western Milwaukee Phase 2B Levee and Floodwall (voice vote)
• Approved change order for Contract S06038C34 Digester #12 Heat Exchanger and Hot Water Pump Replacements (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved change order for Contract J04075C01 Dewatering and Drying Belt Filter Press Overhauls (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved change order for Contract S02015C01 Aeration System Upgrade at South Shore Water Reclamation Facility (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved Contract S02018C01 for Return Activated Sludge Pump Improvements (unanimous voice vote)
• Revised Commission Policy 1-78.02 regarding Contracts (unanimous voice vote)
• Adopted Amendment to MMSD Rules Chapter 14 to add Section 14.11 on Drone Use (unanimous voice vote)

Operations Committee

The Milwaukee Metropolitan Sewerage District Operations Committee will consider awarding two contracts and reviewing four change order requests. These items involve infrastructure assessments and equipment upgrades at the South Shore and Jones Island Water Reclamation Facilities.

• Award of Contract C98061E02 for Outfall Condition Assessment - Phase 1
• Change Order Request for Contract W20028C01, Western Milwaukee Phase 2B Levee and Floodwall
• Change Order Request for Contract S06038C34, Digester #12 Heat Exchanger and Hot Water Pump Replacements at South Shore Water Reclamation Facility
• Change Order Request for Contract J04075C01, Dewatering and Drying Belt Filter Press Overhauls at Jones Island Water Reclamation Facility
• Award of Contract S02018C01 for Return Activated Sludge Pump Improvements at South Shore Water Reclamation Facility

The Committee approved six items related to contract awards and change orders for water reclamation facilities and floodwalls. These actions included restoring delegated authority for the Executive Director on several projects. The meeting also included the introduction of Rory Munns from Veolia North America.

• Approved Contract C98061E02 for Outfall Condition Assessment - Phase 1 (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved Change Order Request for Contract W20028C01, Western Milwaukee Phase 2B Levee and Floodwall (voice vote)
• Approved Change Order Request for Contract S06038C34, Digester #12 Heat Exchanger and Hot Water Pump Replacements at South Shore Water Reclamation Facility (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved Change Order Request for Contract J04075C01, Dewatering and Drying Belt Filter Press Overhauls at Jones Island Water Reclamation Facility (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved Change Order Request for Contract S02015C01, Aeration System Upgrade at South Shore Water Reclamation Facility (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved Contract S02018C01 for Return Activated Sludge Pump Improvements at South Shore Water Reclamation Facility (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved proceedings of the February 10, 2025 meeting

Policy, Finance & Personnel Committee

The Milwaukee Metropolitan Sewerage District’s Policy, Finance & Personnel Committee will meet to decide on several administrative and policy items, including contract revisions, job title updates, and rules changes. The committee may also discuss a settlement related to the South Shore Water Reclamation Facility and adopt guiding principles for joint projects with Milwaukee County Parks.

• Change Order Request for Reforestation and Wetland Restoration Program (Contract W98006P01)
• Revise Commission Policy 1-78.02 on Contracts
• Adopt Guiding Principles for Projects with Milwaukee County Parks
• Amend MMSD Rules Chapter 14 to Add Section 14.11 on Drone Use
• Settlement of Veolia Water Milwaukee’s claim from 2023 at South Shore Water Reclamation Facility

The Policy, Finance & Personnel Committee approved several administrative updates, including new job titles and revised contract policies. The committee also adopted drone use rules for district facilities and a settlement regarding a 2023 claim at the South Shore Water Reclamation Facility.

• Approved change order for Reforestation and Wetland Restoration Program Support Services (unanimous)
• Approved revision to Commission Policy 1-78.02, Contracts (unanimous)
• Adopted guiding principles for projects involving Milwaukee County Parks (unanimous)
• Approved amendment to MMSD Rules adding Section 14.11 regarding drone use (unanimous)
• Approved rescinding existing job titles and approval of new job titles (unanimous)
• Approved settlement of Veolia Water Milwaukee’s claim regarding South Shore Water Reclamation Facility (unanimous)

Commission

The Milwaukee Metropolitan Sewerage District Commission will meet to approve routine operations reports, vote on nine change orders and contracts totaling over $1.8 million for sewer infrastructure repairs and upgrades, and consider a resolution to issue up to $1.8 million in taxable general obligation sewerage system promissory notes. The meeting will also include staff recognition and reports on district goals and recent initiatives.

• Award of $1.2M Holt Avenue Overpass Design Services contract (25-019-2)
• Change orders for Oak Creek ($140K) and Glendale ($120K) private property infiltration projects (25-020-2, 25-021-2)
• Approval of $1.4M Jones Island Water Reclamation Facility liner replacement (25-023-2)
• Resolution to issue up to $1.8M in sewer system promissory notes (25-029-2)
• Destruction of district records under policy 1-76.02 (25-027-2)

The Commission approved a resolution to sell and issue taxable general obligation sewerage system promissory notes. It also approved several contract awards, change orders for infiltration and inflow reduction projects, and the acquisition plat for the Oklahoma Avenue interceptor sewer project.

• Authorized sale and issuance of taxable general obligation sewerage system promissory notes (10-0)
• Approved Holt Avenue Overpass Design Services contract G98032D01 (unanimous)
• Approved change order for Oak Creek Private Property Infiltration and Inflow Reduction Project (unanimous)
• Approved change order for Glendale Private Property Infiltration and Inflow Reduction Project (unanimous)
• Approved machine shop equipment replacement Project J06087 (unanimous)
• Approved change order for Jones Island Water Reclamation Facility sludge wet well #3 liner replacement (unanimous)
• Approved acquisition plat for Oklahoma Avenue Metropolitan Interceptor Sewer Capacity Improvements Project (unanimous)
• Approved destruction of District records per Policy 1-76.02 (unanimous)

Ad Hoc Operations & Maintenance Contract Selection Committee

The Ad Hoc Operations & Maintenance Contract Selection Committee will review the existing operations and maintenance contract. The committee will also discuss a possible change to that contract.

• Overview of existing Operations and Maintenance Contract
• Discussion of possible change to Operations and Maintenance Contract

The Committee approved the minutes from the December 10, 2024 meeting. Members discussed proposed changes to the operations and maintenance contract, including energy cost sharing, performance penalties, and community involvement.

• Approved proceedings of December 10, 2024 meeting (unanimous voice vote)

Operations Committee

The Milwaukee Metropolitan Sewerage District Operations Committee is meeting to consider contract awards and change order requests. The agenda includes design services for an overpass and infiltration reduction projects in Oak Creek and Glendale.

• Award of Contract G98032D01 for Holt Avenue Overpass Design Services
• Change Order Request for 2024 City of Oak Creek Private Property Infiltration and Inflow Reduction Project
• Change Order Request for 2023 City of Glendale Private Property Infiltration and Inflow Reduction Project
• Machine Shop Equipment Replacement (Material Capital Repair or Replacement 1584)
• Jones Island Water Reclamation Facility Interplant Sludge Wet Well #3 Liner Replacement

The Committee approved a design contract for the Holt Avenue Overpass and equipment replacements for the machine shop. It also approved change order requests for infiltration and inflow reduction projects in Oak Creek and Glendale. Additionally, the Committee restored delegated authority for the Executive Director on two specific contracts.

• Approved Contract G98032D01 for Holt Avenue Overpass Design Services (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved Change Order Request for 2024 City of Oak Creek Private Property Infiltration and Inflow Reduction Project (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved Change Order Request for 2023 City of Glendale Private Property Infiltration and Inflow Reduction Project (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved Machine Shop Equipment Replacement Project J06087 (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved Executive Director Change Order Authority for Jones Island Water Reclamation Facility Interplant Sludge Wet Well #3 Liner Replacement (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved Change Order Request for Greenfield Park and Underwood Creek Pump Stations Upgrades and restored Executive Director's original delegated authority (unanimous voice vote)
• Restored Executive Director's original delegated authority for Veterans Affairs Grounds Metropolitan Interceptor Sewer Relocation (voice vote)

Policy, Finance & Personnel Committee

The Policy, Finance & Personnel Committee of the Milwaukee Metropolitan Sewerage District will meet to approve a $1.2 million change order for flexible packaging supplies, authorize the sale of $10 million in sewer system promissory notes requiring a two-thirds vote, and discuss record destruction and a sewer capacity project. The meeting follows standard procedural items and may include closed session discussions.

• Approve $1.2M change order for Contract P-3020 (flexible packaging supplies)
• $10M taxable general obligation sewerage system promissory notes sale (requires 2/3 vote)
• Destruction of district records per Records Retention Policy
• Declaration of public necessity for Oklahoma Avenue sewer capacity improvements
• Review monthly executive director reports

The Policy, Finance & Personnel Committee approved the sale and issuance of taxable general obligation sewerage system promissory notes. The committee also approved a change order for packaging supplies, the destruction of records, and an acquisition plat for the Oklahoma Avenue interceptor sewer project.

• Approved Change Order Request for Contract P-3020, Flexible Packaging and Preformed Bag Supplies (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved destruction of District records per Policy 1-76.02 (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved Declaration of Public Necessity and Acquisition Plat for Oklahoma Avenue Metropolitan Interceptor Sewer Capacity Improvements Project, C03013 (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved resolution for the sale and issuance of taxable general obligation sewerage system promissory notes (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved proceedings of the January 13, 2025 meeting

Commission

The Commission will review the sale of $96 million in General Obligation Sewerage System Refunding and Improvement Bonds. The body is also deciding on multiple infrastructure contracts and reports regarding water reclamation facilities and levee systems.

• Issuance of $96,000,000 General Obligation Sewerage System Refunding and Improvement Bonds (Series 2025E)
• HVAC system improvements at South Shore Water Reclamation Facility (Contract S06050C01)
• Blower Branch Piping Replacement at South Shore Water Reclamation Facility (Contract S02017C01)
• 2025 Levee System Accreditation Design and On-Call Engineering Services (Contract TS-2702)
• Kinnickinnic River - Jackson Park Sport Courts and Soccer Fields (Contract W40009C02)

The Commission approved the sale and issuance of $96 million in General Obligation Sewerage System Refunding and Improvement Bonds (Series 2025E). Additionally, the board approved several infrastructure contracts and a master plan for supervisory control and data acquisition.

• Approved issuance of $96,000,000 General Obligation Sewerage System Refunding and Improvement Bonds (10-0)
• Approved Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition Master Plan (unanimous voice vote)
• Awarded contract S06050C01 for HVAC improvements at South Shore Water Reclamation Facility (unanimous voice vote)
• Awarded contract S02017C01 for blower branch piping replacement at South Shore Water Reclamation Facility (unanimous voice vote)
• Awarded contract S06038C37 for primary sludge screens replacement or rehabilitation at South Shore Water Reclamation Facility (unanimous voice vote)
• Authorized purchase order for Jones Island Water Reclamation Facility return activated sludge pumps repairs (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved contract TS-2702 for 2025 Levee System Accreditation Design and On-Call Engineering Services (unanimous voice vote)
• Awarded contract W40009C02 for Kinnickinnic River - Jackson Park Sport Courts and Soccer Fields (unanimous voice vote)

Operations Committee

The Operations Committee will consider several contract awards and change orders for facility improvements. Discussions include equipment replacements at the South Shore and Jones Island Water Reclamation Facilities and infrastructure projects at Jackson Park.

• Contract S06050C01 for HVAC system improvements at South Shore Water Reclamation Facility
• Contract S02017C01 for Blower Branch Piping Replacement at South Shore Water Reclamation Facility
• Contract S06038C37 for Primary Sludge Screens Replacement or Rehabilitation at South Shore Water Reclamation Facility
• Purchase order for Return Activated Sludge Pumps Repairs at Jones Island Water Reclamation Facility
• Contract W40009C02 for Kinnickinnic River - Jackson Park Sport Courts and Soccer Fields

The Committee unanimously approved several contracts for water reclamation facility improvements and regional infrastructure projects. Decisions included equipment replacements at South Shore and Jones Island facilities and engineering services for the levee system.

• Approved restoring Executive Director authority for Mineral Street Overpass Green Infrastructure (unanimous)
• Approved HVAC improvements at South Shore Water Reclamation Facility and associated cost changes (unanimous)
• Approved Blower Branch Piping Replacement contract at South Shore Water Reclamation Facility (unanimous)
• Approved Primary Sludge Screens Replacement or Rehabilitation at South Shore Water Reclamation Facility (unanimous)
• Authorized purchase order for Return Activated Sludge Pumps Repairs at Jones Island Water Reclamation Facility (unanimous)
• Approved change order for sewage pumps at Port Washington Road Pump Station (unanimous)
• Approved 2025 Levee System Accreditation Design and On-Call Engineering Services contract (unanimous)
• Approved contract for Kinnickinnic River - Jackson Park Sport Courts and Soccer Fields (unanimous)

Policy, Finance & Personnel Committee

The Policy, Finance & Personnel Committee will meet to review the Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition Master Plan. The committee will also receive the Executive Director's monthly reports and hold closed sessions regarding specific litigation.

• Approval of the Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition Master Plan (25-014-1)
• Closed session regarding Polychlorinated Biphenyls Litigation (MMSD, et al., v. Monsanto, et al.)
• Closed session status update on settlement of litigation related to 350 S. Water Street

The Policy, Finance & Personnel Committee approved the Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition Master Plan. The committee also approved the minutes from two December 2024 meetings and held a closed session to discuss litigation.

• Approved Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition Master Plan (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved proceedings of December 2, 2024, and December 16, 2024, meetings