Oconomowoc, Wisconsin
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Board of Review
The Board of Review will meet to organize by selecting a chair and vice-chair, adopt procedural policies for hearings, receive the annual assessment roll from the assessor, and hear property owners' objections to their assessments.
- Selection of Chairman and Vice-Chairman for the 2025 Board of Review
- Adoption of policies for sworn telephone/written testimony and waiver of hearing requests
- Receipt of the Summary of Annual Assessment Report from the Assessor
- Review, correction, and certification of the Assessment Roll
- Hearing of property assessment objections filed by the deadline
Recent meetings
Pabst Farms Joint Stormwater District
The Pabst Farms Joint Stormwater District will discuss and possibly vote on accepting the transfer of stormwater basins 1-4 and 10 from Lake Country Village and Interlaken Village. An engineer's recommendation states those basins are ready for acceptance, but Basin 9 still requires repairs. The commission will also discuss possible easements for a pathway extension at Village Crossings.
- Discussion and action on transfer of Lake Country Village and Interlaken Village stormwater basins 1-4 and 10
- Discussion on possible easements for extension of pathway at Village Crossings
- Approval of minutes from May 20, 2026 meeting
- Reports of staff on pond conditions and maintenance
Utility Committee
The Utility Committee will consider a resolution approving the 2025 Compliance Maintenance Annual Report (CMAR) for the wastewater utility, which received an overall grade of A. They will also review monthly reports on utility billing, electric, water, and wastewater operations. A majority of the Common Council will be present but will not take formal action at this meeting.
- Consider/recommend Resolution 26-R3380 approving the 2025 WDNR Compliance Maintenance Annual Report (CMAR) for wastewater operations
Protection and Welfare Committee
The Protection & Welfare Committee will consider several liquor license renewals and one new 'Class B' license application. The committee is also reviewing taxicab vehicle and driver license renewals for Oconomowoc Silver Streak.
- Renewal of 2026-2027 alcohol beverage licenses (Resolution 26-R3378)
- New 'Class B' liquor license for Perseverance Corp. (The Badger Burger Co.) at 1320 Pabst Farms Circle (Resolution 26-R3379)
- Renewal of 2026-2027 taxicab vehicle licenses for Oconomowoc Silver Streak
- Approval of 2026-2027 taxi driver licenses for Oconomowoc Silver Streak
Finance Committee
The committee will review and discuss the May 2026 monthly voucher report, which lists payments to vendors including professional services, waste hauling, and equipment purchases. No formal action is listed; the meeting is for review and discussion.
- $7,087.50 payment to Baker Tilly for 2025 audited financial statements
- $65,431.33 to Badger State Waste for biosolids hauling
- $1,645.34 to American Legion Post 91 for veterans bridge plaques
- $12,179.79 and $9,798.60 to Border States Electric Supply for utility materials
- $3,030.81 property tax refund to Alexander Stephens
Common Council
The Oconomowoc Common Council will hold public hearings on two major land‑use proposals: a rezoning of three industrial parcels at 520 W. Second St, 519 W. Second St and 126 S. Park St for commercial use and boat‑related conditional permits, and a rezoning of 21.3 acres at the southeast corner of Valley Road (CTH B) and Pabst Farms Circle to medium‑ and high‑density residential with a Planned Development overlay amendment. A separate hearing will consider an ordinance to create an impact fee for fire facilities. The council will also read first‑time ordinances to amend the Comprehensive Plan 2050 for these changes.
- Rezoning 3.83 acres at 520 W. Second St, 1.29 acres at 519 W. Second St and .5 acre at 126 S. Park St from Industrial to General Commercial, plus Conditional Use Permits for boat sales, storage and service (CenterPointe Marine).
- Rezoning 21.3 acres at SE corner of Valley Rd & Pabst Farms Circle: 10.5 acres to Medium‑Density Residential (RML) and 10.8 acres to High‑Density Residential (RMH) with Planned Development overlay changes (Village Square Holdings).
- Public hearing on proposed ordinance to create an impact fee for fire facilities in Oconomowoc.
- First‑reading ordinances to amend the Oconomowoc Comprehensive Plan 2050 for the above land‑use changes.
- Consideration of the Conditional Use Permit applications for CenterPointe Marine at the three Second Street and Park Street sites.
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole is meeting to discuss a potential land purchase in closed session under state law. No formal action will be taken at this meeting. The discussion relates to the city's strategic focus on community growth.
- Closed session to discuss potential land purchase (referenced file: 121 Cross Street Funeral Home)
Library Board
The Oconomowoc Public Library Board will consider and act on approving the 2027 Operating Budget Request, with some line items still tentative. They will also elect officers for 2026-2027 from a slate of nominees. The Sweeney Group will present a Feasibility Study. Additionally, the board will consider a $8,927.59 Gift Fund expenditure to replace failing print release computers.
- Consider/Act on approving 2027 Operating Budget Request (draft included, wages/benefits not yet provided by City)
- Elect Library Board officers for 2026-2027: President, Vice President, and Secretary (slate nominated: Kerry Hansen, Melissa Wood, Lisa Remm)
- Sweeney Group presentation on Feasibility Study results
- Consider/Act on Gift Fund expenditure of $8,927.59 for new all-in-one computer/paystation and CloudNine printing upgrade
Western Lakes Fire District’s Fire Board or Commission
The Oconomowoc Common Council and Western Lakes Fire District will hold a joint special meeting to receive the 2025 annual financial audit and district updates. Presenters will discuss operational staffing and apparatus deployment, as well as proposed revisions to the municipal fire code. The board will consider a lift assist billing ordinance for possible action.
- Presentation of 2025 annual financial audit
- District updates: 2025 year in review, 2026 projects, 2027 budget goals
- Presentation on operational staffing and apparatus deployment model by Assistant Chief Hoffman
- Presentation on municipal fire code ordinance revisions
- Discussion and possible action on lift assist billing and ordinance
Parks & Recreation Board
The Parks and Recreation Board will consider a formal request from Hickorywood Farms residents to expand their neighborhood park, citing increased use from new housing phases and a nearby subdivision. They will also discuss a proposed memorial bench location at Parkview Parkway green space, initiated by Nature Hills Intermediate School. The board will review the Village Green Park improvement project and receive department reports for April and May 2026. The meeting includes board elections, approval of prior minutes, and vouchers.
- Consider resident request to expand Hickorywood Farms Neighborhood Park
- Discuss and recommend a memorial bench location for Nature Hills Intermediate School student memorial
- Discuss and review Village Green Park improvement project
- Board elections and welcome new aldermen
- Approve April and May 2026 vouchers
Protection and Welfare Committee
The Protection and Welfare Committee will consider recommending two resolutions: one renewing dozens of alcohol beverage licenses for 2026-2027, and a second granting a new Reserve 'Class B' intoxicating liquor license to First Watch Restaurants, Inc. at 1295 Olympia Fields Drive, with a $10,600 fee. No formal action is taken by the committee; recommendations go to the Common Council.
- Renewal of alcohol beverage licenses for 2026-2027 (Resolution 26-R3376) covering numerous establishments including grocery stores, restaurants, and bars
- New Reserve 'Class B' intoxicating liquor license for First Watch Restaurants, Inc. (First Watch #1163) at 1295 Olympia Fields Drive (Resolution 26-R3377)
- First Watch previously received a Class B beer and Class C wine license in March 2026
- Reserve liquor licenses are quota-restricted (10 available) and cost $10,000 plus $600 fee
- All renewal licensees are current with city obligations and meet code/statutory requirements
Finance Committee
The Finance Committee will review and discuss the 2025 year-end and first-quarter financial overview, including detailed budget reports for the wastewater and water utilities. No formal action is scheduled; the Common Council is also present for information-gathering only.
- Wastewater utility revenue exceeded original budget by $1.44 million (117.47% of budget).
- Wastewater utility expenses were 91.09% of budget, leaving a surplus of nearly $2.0 million.
- Water utility revenue exceeded original budget by $1.08 million (118.72% of budget).
- Water utility expenses include $716,287 in depreciation and $638,151 in taxes.
- The budget report covers fiscal year 2025 ending December 31, 2025.
Common Council
The Common Council will consider renewing 2026-2027 alcohol beverage licenses and granting a new Reserve 'Class B' intoxicating liquor license to First Watch Restaurants, Inc. They will also approve sidewalk easements along Valley Road and amusement operator licenses under the consent agenda. Minutes from May 19 are up for approval.
- Resolution 26-R3377: New Reserve 'Class B' intoxicating liquor license for First Watch Restaurants, Inc. (#1163)
- Resolution 26-R3376: Renewal of 2026-2027 alcohol beverage licenses
- Approving two sidewalk easements along south side of Valley Road, east of Pabst Farms Circle
- License approvals for amusement operators (consent agenda)
Pabst Farms Joint Stormwater District
The provided text for the Pabst Farms Joint Stormwater District meeting is a set of engineering drawings for a proposed office building and parking expansion at Blue Ribbon Circle North. No agenda items such as resolutions, public hearings, or votes are present. The document appears to be a construction plan set rather than a meeting agenda.
- Proposed 12,350 SF office building at Blue Ribbon Cir N
- 107 parking stalls planned, including 5 accessible
- Stormwater management facility and bioretention basin
- Phase 2 future parking expansion shown
- Site demolition, grading, and erosion control plan
Utility Committee
The Utility Committee will consider and recommend two resolutions awarding GIS professional services contracts to Mead & Hunt, Inc. — one for the Wastewater Utility ($40,000) and one for the Oconomowoc Watershed Protection Program ($33,500). The committee will also review monthly utility billing, electric, water, and wastewater reports.
- Resolution 26-R3365: Wastewater GIS contract with Mead & Hunt, Inc., not to exceed $40,000
- Resolution 26-R3366: Watershed GIS contract with Mead & Hunt, Inc., not to exceed $33,500
- April 2026 Utility Billing Report includes PSC annual report data
- May 2026 Electric Utility Report notes 18 new services and lobby day activities
- May 2026 Water and Wastewater reports to be reviewed
Public Services
The Public Services Committee will consider two resolutions: one approving the 2026 annual sidewalk replacement program with a low bid of $41,710 from J.R. Boehlke LLC, and another authorizing a not-to-exceed $74,585 design contract with TADI for traffic signals at STH 67 and Olympia Fields Drive. Both items would be recommended to the Common Council for final approval.
- Resolution 26-R3367: Approve 2026 sidewalk replacement program awarded to J.R. Boehlke LLC for base bid $41,070 plus $640 for ADA ramp detectable warning fields, total $41,710 with 10% contingency ($4,171) for net $45,881.
- Resolution 26-R3374: Approve traffic signal design services at STH 67 and Olympia Fields Drive from TADI for $74,585, plus 10% contingency ($7,458.50), total not-to-exceed $82,043.50, funded through TID 7.
- Five bids received for sidewalk program; five proposals received for traffic signal design; raSmith ranked highest in technical review but TADI ranked first after cost factor.
- Committee will vote to recommend both resolutions to the Common Council.
Finance Committee
The Finance Committee will review the monthly voucher report for April 2026 and consider a resolution to authorize the advance ordering of a 2027 plow truck chassis. No other business is scheduled.
- Review of Monthly Voucher Report for April 2026, including payments for police equipment, water maintenance supplies, and professional services.
- Consideration of Resolution 26-R3369 to approve advance ordering of a 2027 plow truck chassis.
Common Council
The Common Council will hold a public hearing on a proposal to vacate 0.17 acres of Olympia Fields Drive right-of-way to resolve a legal dispute involving 1400 Summit Ave. The council will then vote on a resolution to approve the vacation. Other action items include approving the 2026 sidewalk replacement program, design services for traffic signals at Hwy 67 and Olympia Fields Drive, advance ordering a 2027 plow truck chassis, and appointing a temporary alderman for District 2.
- Public hearing and resolution to vacate 0.17 acres of right-of-way at 1400 Summit Ave (Water Tower Center) to settle legal dispute
- Resolution approving the 2026 Annual Sidewalk Replacement Program
- Resolution approving design services for traffic signals at Hwy 67 and Olympia Fields Drive
- Resolution approving advance ordering of a 2027 plow truck chassis
- Interview and temporary appointment of District 2 alderman to fill vacancy
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole will hold a workshop to discuss 2027 budget priorities and update the 2026-2027 Strategic Plan. No formal action will be taken; the session is for council to give staff direction on budget and strategic initiatives for the coming year.
- Police staffing request for one full-time officer and equipment upgrades (rifle plates, ballistic helmets, squad cameras)
- Infrastructure projects: Lake Bluff Drive extension, Wisconsin Avenue improvements (with DOT), Lapham Street Bridge construction
- Underground power line conversion and equipment replacement due to 75-90 week lead times
- Water quality initiatives: lead lateral replacement program, chloride monitoring, iron filtration at well sites
- Economic development priorities: E Wisconsin Ave corridor planning, I-94 West expansion, Rockwell development, and a regional sports facility at Olde Highlander
Library Board
The Oconomowoc Public Library Board will consider three actions: certifying the library’s compliance with standards required to exempt residents from the county library tax, approving a $156,000 capital request to start the Satellite Branch project (funded through donations), and approving the slate of nominees for library board officer positions. The compliance certification follows the state’s mid‑August release of Equalized Assessed Values. The officer nominations will be voted on at the June board meeting.
- Approve $156,000 capital request for start‑up costs of the Satellite Branch project (donation‑funded)
- Certify library compliance with Minimum to Exempt Standards for the library tax exemption process
- Approve slate of nominees for Library Board officer positions
Bureau of Economic Development & Tourism Commission
The Bureau will act on a mural proposal for Fiesta Cancun's east alley wall, a condition from the September 2024 Architectural Commission approval. They will also discuss the 2025 tourism overview, 2026 highlights, a visitation report, a marketing strategy update, and begin shaping the 2027 budget proposal.
- Consideration of a mural for Fiesta Cancun's east wall (alleyway), required by Architectural Commission approval
- Review of 2025 tourism promotion recap and 2026 promotional plans
- Visitation report (likely using Placer Ai data)
- Marketing strategy update including photo/video library, website, social media, and email marketing
- Discussion of 2027 budget proposal and additional initiatives
Western Lakes Fire District’s Fire Board or Commission
The Western Lakes Fire Board will discuss updates to the facility needs assessment and impact fee study, strategic plan and budget priorities, and revisions to the fire code ordinance. It will take action on a Blood Services Agreement with ProHealth Care, adopt a personal protective equipment plan for 2026, approve a Wisconsin interoperability radio grant, and adopt an EMS Week proclamation. The meeting also includes routine reports and a consent agenda.
- Discussion/Action – Blood Services Agreement with ProHealth Care
- Discussion/Action – Personal Protective Equipment (2026 CIP)
- Discussion/Action – WI Interoperability Radio Grant
- Discussion/Action – EMS Week Proclamation
- Discussion – Update on Facility Needs Assessment and Impact Fee Study
Plan Commission
The Plan Commission is reviewing a certified survey map to dedicate public right-of-way near Snyder Way and Olde Highlander Drive. This action aims to facilitate the construction of Olde Highlander Drive and accommodate street widening for fire apparatus access.
- Certified Survey Map: Dedication of 35,928 SF along Olde Highlander Drive and 4,981 SF to widen Snyder Way
- Creation of one unbuildable outlot totaling 3,780 SF at the intersection of Olde Highlander Drive and Snyder Way
Architectural Commission & Historic Preservation Commission
The Architectural Commission will vote on a façade update and new signage for Dunkin’ at 427 E. Wisconsin Avenue, a special exception for Jersey Mike’s window signs at 1350 Penny Lane, and a master sign plan for BP Gas Station at 1004 Summit Avenue. Commissioners will also discuss building plans for an indoor recreation establishment (The Social) at 1340 Snyder Way and a new credit union (Fox Communities) at 1283 Olympia Fields Drive.
- Dunkin’ – Approve façade update and signage at 427 E. Wisconsin Avenue (MC zoning)
- Jersey Mike’s Subs – Approve or deny special exception for window signs exceeding 25% coverage at 1350 Penny Lane
- BP Gas Station – Approve master sign plan for Unit A (BP) and Unit B (Pub Summit 16) at 1004 Summit Avenue
- The Social – Discuss building plans for indoor recreation (pickleball, bowling, axe throwing, mini golf) at 1340 Snyder Way
- Fox Communities Credit Union – Discuss building plans for a 4,300 sq. ft. credit union with drive-thru at 1283 Olympia Fields Drive
Common Council
The Common Council will consider second reading of an ordinance to amend the Planned Development Overlay for the Pabst Farms Town Centre (Marcus Corporation) at the NE corner of I-94 & Summit Ave. They will also decide on temporary use permits for two firework displays at Dockhounds Stadium (1011 Blue Ribbon Circle North) and a process to fill the District Two alderman vacancy. A closed session is scheduled to discuss litigation with the Village of Lac La Belle over annexation disputes.
- Consent agenda: Electric Utility Easement Agreement between the City and Costco Wholesale Corporation
- Second reading of Ord. 26-O1122 to amend PD-3-24 (Pabst Farms Town Centre) for Marcus Corporation
- Temporary Use Permit for two firework displays at Dockhounds Stadium during 2026
- Process to fill District Two Alderman Vacancy
- Closed session on annexation litigation with Village of Lac La Belle
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole will hold a discussion on 2027 budget priorities and the strategic plan update. Department heads will present their upcoming budget items, and the council will provide feedback. No formal action will be taken at this meeting; it is the first step in constructing the overall budget.
- Police propose reducing support staff from 5 to 4 and eliminating a part-time position, while adding one full-time officer with a net budget increase of $9,000
- Police propose replacing existing Motorola body/dash cameras with Axon Enterprise system (40 body cameras, 11 squad cameras) estimated at $60,000 annually and $319,000 over five years
- Police plan to pursue a grant (up to $2,000,000 from BJA) for camera expansion and digital evidence management, with $5,000 per application for grant-writing services
- Western Lakes Fire District prioritizes purchase/construction of a centralized administrative headquarters, regional training center, emergency operations center, and apparatus repair center; also a future fire station in the northwest coverage area funded 85% by impact fees
- Finance department exploring AI tools for efficiency and enhanced reporting, requesting non-recurring consulting support from system vendors
Board of Review
The Board of Review is conducting its initial meeting to organize the process for hearing property assessment objections. They will update the assessment roll status, decide on a scheduling process for objections, and set a date to hear objections. The board will then adjourn until July 16, 2026, at 1:00 PM.
- Update from Clerk on status of Assessment Roll
- Consider/act on scheduling process for objections
- Set date/time to hear objections: July 16, 2026 at 1:00 PM
- Adjourn until July 16, 2026