Oconomowoc public meetings in 2021

Utility Committee

The Oconomowoc Utility Committee meeting on December 21, 2021, has no items requiring action or forward movement. The agenda consists solely of routine department reports, including monthly volume and revenue summaries for electric, water, and wastewater utilities, as well as project updates. The committee is expected to review these informational reports only.

• No action items; only informational reports
• Electric sales YTD up 3.3% to 213,239,921 kWh
• Water sales YTD up 5.7% to 551,641 thousand gallons
• Wastewater treated YTD up 2.2% to 426,959 thousand gallons
• Primary and secondary digester cover replacement projects ongoing

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will consider a proposal from the Lake Country Pickleball Club to install a 10-court complex at Northeast Regional Park. The club intends to fundraise approximately $400,000 for construction and provide annual funds for maintenance. This meeting is for gathering information; no formal action will be taken by the Common Council.

• Pickleball Complex Proposal from Lake Country Pickleball Club
• $400,000 estimated construction cost via private fundraising
• 10-court State-of-the-Art Pickleball Complex at Northeast Regional Park

The Committee of the Whole voted 8-0 to recommend the Lake Country Pickleball Club's proposal for a pickleball complex at NE Regional Park. The committee expressed general support for the public-private partnership but requested more details on the proposal. The recommendation will go to the full council for final action.

• Recommended pickleball complex proposal from Lake Country Pickleball Club (8-0)

Common Council

The Common Council will hold a public hearing on a request to rezone 46.30 acres at 1408-1414 Summit Avenue, 1520 Unity Drive, and 1350-1375 Royale Mile Road for the Olympia Fields mixed-use development, which includes commercial uses and a potential mixed-use building with ground-floor commercial and multi-family above. The council will also consider several resolutions, including awarding a contract for design/engineering of Village Green restrooms, accepting a Destination Marketing Grant for a scoreboard project with the Lake Country DockHounds, and approving election-related housekeeping items. Other agenda items include certified survey maps for lot divisions and sewer easements for the Arrowood subdivision.

• Public hearing on rezoning 46.30 acres for Olympia Fields mixed-use development (commercial and multi-family)
• Resolution 21-R2999 awarding contract for design/engineering of Village Green restrooms
• Resolution 21-R3001 accepting Destination Marketing Grant and approving agreement with Lake Country DockHounds for community promotional scoreboard project
• Certified survey map for Arrowood Subdivision dividing one lot into two at 9740 Valley Road
• Resolution 21-R2998 adding/combining wards for elections

The Common Council voted 2-6 against accepting a Destination Marketing Grant and approving an agreement with the Lake Country DockHounds for a community promotional scoreboard project. The public hearing on the Olympia Fields Planned Development was postponed to January 18, 2022, at the developer's request. All other agenda items, including the Arrowood Subdivision lot split and the Village Green restrooms design contract, were approved unanimously.

• Postponed Olympia Fields public hearing to Jan 18, 2022 (8-0)
• Approved minutes of Dec 7, 2021 (8-0)
• Approved election inspector appointments and ward changes (8-0)
• Approved Treasurer's Report for Nov 2021 (8-0)
• Approved CSM for Arrowood Subdivision lot split at 9740 Valley Rd (8-0)
• Approved ETZ CSM for lot split at Saddlebrook Lane (8-0)
• Awarded design/engineering contract for Village Green restrooms (8-0)
• Rejected DockHounds scoreboard grant and agreement (2-6)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will consider and act on the November 2021 Voucher Report, which lists payments to vendors for goods and services. The meeting is primarily a routine approval of expenditures. A majority of the Common Council may be present, but no formal action will be taken by the Council.

• November 2021 Voucher Report approval
• Biosolids hauling contract payment of $39,647.50 to Badger State Waste LLC
• Water main repair and hydrant replacement at 900 E Wisconsin Ave totaling $21,983.00
• Street maintenance project payments to Bloom Companies LLC totaling $4,798.44
• Refund of sidewalk escrow for 1504 Butternut to Alex Gerke for $5,000.00

The Finance Committee met and approved the November 2021 voucher report totaling $4,728,170.59. The motion was made by Alderman Rosek, seconded by Chairman Mulder, and carried unanimously 3-0. No other substantive business was conducted, and the meeting adjourned shortly after.

• Approved November 2021 voucher report of $4,728,170.59 (3-0)

Western Lakes Fire District’s Fire Board or Commission

The Fire Board met to discuss several operational and financial items, including employee benefits and 2022 fee schedules. The board approved a significant capital expenditure for a new mid-mount platform ladder from Pierce Manufacturing.

• Approved $1,530,448 purchase of a mid-mount platform ladder from Pierce Manufacturing
• Approved $23,482 HVAC replacement quote from Delux Heating and Air Conditioning
• Approved $39,226 for 2021 Capital Improvement IT projects
• Approved McMahon agreement for GIS services not to exceed $5,000
• Approved $5,700 remodeling quote from Karis Contracting

The Western Lakes Fire Board approved the purchase of a new Pierce mid-mount platform ladder truck for $1,482,249, with prepayment by February 1, 2022, and no penalty clause (4-2 vote). The board also approved several policy and agreement updates, including employee benefits, intern agreement, education expense repayment, highway billing resolution, and 2022 fee schedules. All other items were approved as presented.

• Approved $1,482,249 purchase of Pierce mid-mount platform ladder truck with prepayment by Feb 1, 2022, no penalty clause (4-2)
• Approved Policy 600.010 Employee Benefits with amendments
• Approved Internship Agreement effective Dec 26, 2021
• Approved Education Expense Repayment Agreement effective Dec 26, 2021
• Approved Resolution #21-001 Highway Billing effective immediately
• Approved revised fee schedules for EMS, Fire & Highway, Fire Prevention, and Special Events effective Jan 1, 2022
• Approved 2022 full-time wages as presented

Police Commission

The Oconomowoc Police Commission will consider filling an open police officer position and establishing an eligibility list for patrol officer candidates. The commission will also hold a closed session to consider a police officer candidate appointment, followed by a possible vote to confirm the Police Chief's appointment. The meeting includes approval of the September 23, 2021 minutes.

• Consider/act on filling open police officer position
• Establish an eligibility list for the patrol officer position
• Closed session per Wis. Stats. 19.85(1)(c) to consider appointment of police officer candidate
• Consider/act on confirming Police Chief's appointment to police officer position
• Approve minutes from September 23, 2021

The Police Commission unanimously approved opening the hiring process for one new full-time police officer position starting January 1, 2022, and established an eligibility list containing one name, Krystal Konkel. After a closed session, the commission unanimously confirmed Chief Pfister's appointment of Konkel to the entry-level police officer position. The meeting also included approval of prior minutes and a request for future discussion on part-time officer recruiting.

• Approved minutes from September 23, 2021 (unanimous)
• Approved hiring process for one full-time police officer position (unanimous)
• Established eligibility list for patrol officer with one name, Krystal Konkel (unanimous)
• Confirmed appointment of Krystal Konkel as entry-level police officer (5-0)

Parks & Recreation Board

The Oconomowoc Parks and Recreation Board will consider and potentially act on several items, including new playground equipment for Whitman Park, a pickleball court complex at Northeast Regional Park, design and engineering for Village Green restrooms, and the 2030 Park & Open Space Plan. The meeting also includes routine items such as approving minutes, department reports, and vouchers.

• Playground equipment for Whitman Park
• Pickleball court complex at Northeast Regional Park
• Design/engineering for Village Green restrooms
• 2030 Park & Open Space Plan
• November 2021 vouchers

The Parks and Recreation Board approved replacing the 23-year-old playground at Whitman Park with equipment from Northland Recreation, funded by the Thackeray Trail project. It also approved preliminary plans for a 10-court pickleball complex at Northeast Regional Park, recommended hiring Aro Eberle Architects for Village Green restroom design, and discussed the draft 2030 Park and Open Space Plan.

• Approved Whitman Park playground replacement with Northland Recreation (unanimous)
• Approved Lake Country Pickleball Club preliminary plans for 10 courts at Northeast Regional Park (unanimous)
• Recommended Common Council hire Aro Eberle Architects for Village Green restroom design (unanimous)
• Approved November 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved November 2021 vouchers (unanimous)
• Elected Jimi Hall as Board President and Scott Antonneau as Vice President (unanimous)
• Swore in Bruce White to fill board vacancy

Architectural Commission & Historic Preservation Commission

The Architectural Commission approved an after-the-fact facade update at 149 E. Wisconsin Avenue, despite the owner having done the work without prior approval. The approval includes a requirement that the city be compensated for staff time and that any door color change be reviewed by planning staff. The commission also recommended that future after-the-fact approvals be subject to double application fees and staff compensation.

• Approved after-the-fact facade update at 149 E. Wisconsin Ave (5-0)
• Directed city to seek compensation for staff time before occupancy permit is granted
• Required any door color change to be reviewed and approved by Planning staff
• Recommended double architectural application fee for future after-the-fact approvals
• Recommended staff compensation at regular rate for future after-the-fact reviews
• Recommended withholding occupancy permits until all fees are paid

Common Council

The Common Council will consider approving Resolution 21-R2996, which indexes impact fees and sewer availability charges for 2022, resulting in increases across most categories. They will also vote on making Second and Worthington Streets a four-way stop, approving utility billing write-offs, and establishing a municipal court through a new ordinance and successor agreement.

• Resolution 21-R2996: 2022 impact fees and sewer availability charge increases (e.g., parks fee from $2,878 to $3,120 per dwelling unit)
• Second Street and Worthington Street becoming a four-way stop
• 2021 Utility Billing Write-Offs
• Ordinance 21-O1025 to repeal and recreate municipal court ordinance (1st reading)
• Resolution 21-R2997 approving successor agreement for Lake Country Municipal Court

The Common Council confirmed Mark Frye as City Administrator/Treasurer and Bruce White to the Parks and Recreation Board, both by unanimous votes. It also adopted resolutions amending 2022 impact fees and sewer charges, approving the Lake Country Municipal Court budget and successor agreement, and repealing/recreating the municipal court ordinance. The council approved $4,275.87 in utility billing write-offs and took no action on making Second and Worthington Streets a four-way stop.

• Confirmed Mark Frye as City Administrator/Treasurer (8-0)
• Confirmed Bruce White to Parks and Recreation Board (8-0)
• Adopted Resolution 21-R2996 amending 2022 impact fees and sewer availability charges (8-0)
• Approved 2021 utility billing write-offs of $4,275.87 (8-0)
• Adopted Resolution 21-R2994 approving Lake Country Municipal Court 2022 budget (8-0)
• Adopted Resolution 21-R2997 approving Lake Country Municipal Court successor agreement (8-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 21-O1025 to repeal/recreate municipal court ordinance, waiving second reading (8-0)
• Took no action on making Second and Worthington Streets a four-way stop

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will discuss the term of office for the Mayor and Aldermen, as requested by Aldermen Ellis and Zapfel. The discussion will consider potential changes to the current 2-year terms, with any approved changes not taking effect until the April 2024 election. The committee will provide direction on whether this should become a future action item for the Common Council.

• Discussion of Mayor and Aldermen term lengths, currently 2 years per City Ordinance 1.02
• Comparison of term lengths for Mayor and Aldermen in 32 Wisconsin cities
• Any changes would not take effect until the April 2024 election
• No financial impact identified

The Committee of the Whole discussed changing the mayor's term from two to three years but reached consensus to keep the current two-year term. They agreed to revisit the topic in the future and gather information on full-time versus part-time mayors. No formal vote was taken on the term change.

• Kept mayoral term at two years (consensus, no formal vote)
• Agreed to future discussion on term length and full-time mayor data

Utility Committee

The Utility Committee will consider recommending approval of $4,275.87 in utility customer write-offs deemed uncollectible due to bankruptcy or customers moving out of the service area. The amount is below the $19,000 budgeted for 2021. The committee will also review minutes from the November 2, 2021 meeting.

• Consider/recommend 2021 Utility Billing Write-Offs totaling $4,275.87
• Write-offs include $2,418.76 from bankruptcy cases and $1,857.11 from customers who moved
• Amount is below the $19,000 budgeted for uncollectable utility debt
• Approve minutes of November 2, 2021 meeting

The Utility Committee approved the minutes from November 2, 2021, and recommended 2021 utility billing write-offs totaling $4,275.87, which is below the $19,000 budgeted for the year. Both motions passed unanimously 3-0. The meeting adjourned at 7:27 PM.

• Approved the minutes of November 2, 2021 (motion by Ellis, seconded by Rosek; carried 3-0).
• Recommended 2021 utility billing write-offs of $4,275.87 (motion by Rosek, seconded by Ellis; carried 3-0).
• Adjourned the meeting at 7:27 PM (motion by Ellis, seconded by Rosek; carried 3-0).

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will consider recommending Resolution 21-R2996, which would index impact fees and sewer availability charges for 2022. The adjustments use a Construction Cost Index increase of 0.0840 and a Local Government Investment Pool rate of 0.0007. The committee is only making a recommendation; the Common Council will take formal action later.

• Highway impact fee for residential units rises from $388 to $421
• Parks impact fee per residential unit rises from $2,878 to $3,120
• Sewer availability charge for 3/4-inch connection rises from $3,995 to $4,331
• North Interceptor utility fee for 3/4-inch connection rises from $2,129 to $2,131
• Resolution effective January 1, 2022

The Finance Committee voted 3-0 to recommend Resolution 21-R2996, which amends impact fees and sewer availability charge amounts for 2022. The recommendation will go to the full council for final approval.

• Recommended Resolution 21-R2996 amending impact fees and sewer availability charges for 2022 (3-0)

Western Lakes Fire District’s Fire Board or Commission

The Western Lakes Fire District Fire Board will meet to discuss and take action on several items, including district financial signers, a League of Wisconsin Municipalities grant, a Dodge County 911 Joint Powers Agreement, consulting services, GIS agreements, and capital improvement projects for 2021, including a platform ladder bid. The agenda also includes routine consent items such as meeting minutes, bill payments, and refunds.

• Discussion/Action on Platform Ladder Bid 2022 Capital Improvement
• Discussion/Action on Dodge County 911 Joint Powers Agreement
• Discussion/Action on League of Wisconsin Municipalities Grant
• Discussion/Action on 2021 Station 6 Capital Improvement Projects
• Discussion/Action on 2021 Information/Technology Capital Improvement Projects

The Western Lakes Fire Board approved the purchase of a new platform ladder truck from Pierce Manufacturing for $1,530,448, with delivery penalty and prepayment options to be discussed in January. The board also approved several other items, including adding Fire Chief Brad Bowen as a financial signer, a grant carryover for a memorial park, the 2022 Dodge County 911 agreement, a communications contract with Mueller Communications, a GIS agreement with McMahon (not to exceed $5,000), 2021 IT projects (not to exceed $39,226), and HVAC and remodeling contracts for Fire Station #6. All motions carried unanimously.

• Approved purchase of platform ladder truck from Pierce Manufacturing for $1,530,448
• Approved Chief Bowen as financial signer with the District's bank
• Approved carryover of League of Wisconsin Municipalities grant funds for future budget
• Approved 2022 Dodge County 911 Joint Powers Agreement
• Approved agreement with Mueller Communications LLC for communication and education services
• Approved GIS agreement with McMahon not to exceed $5,000
• Approved 2021 CIP IT projects not to exceed $39,226
• Approved HVAC replacement from Delux Heating and Air Conditioning for $23,482 and remodeling/lighting from Karis Contracting ($5,700) and ECM Holding Group ($5,900)

Bureau of Economic Development & Tourism Commission

The Oconomowoc Bureau of Economic Development & Tourism Commission will review 2021 accommodations tax revenue and spending, discuss the Destination Marketing Plan, and consider the 2022 tourism budget. The commission will also make recommendations on a proposed ordinance regulating short-term rentals and on a Destination Marketing Grant, matching tourism funds, and a scoreboard agreement with the Lake Country DockHounds.

• Consider/recommend ordinance regulating short-term rentals
• Consider/recommend Destination Marketing Grant and matching tourism funds with Lake Country DockHounds
• Consider 2022 Tourism Budget
• Review 2021 accommodations tax revenue: $193,102.87 collected through October
• Review Destination Marketing Plan implementation update

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will consider recommending approval of Final Resolution 21-R2989 to levy special assessments for the Silver Lake Street sanitary sewer and water main extension. The assessments total $171,939.25, split between Grace Bible Church ($22,000, deferred) and The Evin at Oconomowoc ($149,939.25, with $49,939.25 due upfront and $100,000 over five years). The committee will also review the voucher report, October financials, and a third-quarter General Fund analytical review.

• Resolution 21-R2989: special assessments for Silver Lake Street utility extension, totaling $171,939.25
• Grace Bible Church (1240 Silver Lake St.) assessed $22,000, deferred until property sale or sewer connection
• The Evin at Oconomowoc (1101 Silver Lake St.) assessed $149,939.25, with $100,000 paid over five years at 3.35% interest
• Voucher report and October 2021 financials review
• Discussion of General Fund analytical review/status report for 3rd quarter

The Finance Committee recommended Final Resolution 21-R2989 to levy special assessments for the Silver Lake Street Sanitary Sewer. It also approved vouchers totaling $5,867,351.23. The committee discussed the 3rd Quarter General Fund review, including $880K in American Rescue Plan funds, and requested guidance on eligible uses and a listing of city debt.

• Recommended Final Resolution 21-R2989 for Silver Lake Street Sanitary Sewer special assessments (2-0)
• Approved vouchers totaling $5,867,351.23 (2-0)

Common Council

The Common Council will hold three public hearings on rezoning the Olympia Water Tower property, eliminating duplicate public hearings for certain land-use applications, and a conditional use permit for a boat repair facility. The council will also consider resolutions on special assessments, wastewater utility rates, the 2022 utility budget, and several land-use items including a preliminary plat and a certified survey map.

• Public hearing and 1st reading of Ordinance 21-O1022 to rezone .256 acres at NW corner of Unity Drive and Commerce Street from General Commercial to Institutional/Public
• Public hearing and 1st reading of Ordinance 21-O1023 to eliminate duplicate public hearings for zoning, rezoning, planned developments, shoreland wetland, and floodplain amendments
• Public hearing for conditional use permit for Lake Country Marine & Motorsports at 54 Capitol Drive for boat service and repair
• Resolution 21-R2989 to levy special assessments for Silver Lake Street Sanitary Sewer
• Resolution 21-R2993 amending 2022 wastewater utility rates and adoption of 2022 utility budget

The Common Council approved the Olympia Water Tower rezoning, the Lake Country Marine CUP, the Arrowood Subdivision preliminary plat, the 2022 Utility Budget, and the Western Lakes Fire District budgets. Two motions passed only after the mayor's tie-breaking votes: the text amendment eliminating duplicate public hearings (4-3) and the Journey21 certified survey map (4-3). The meeting was otherwise routine, with all other votes unanimous.

• Approved rezoning of .256 acres for Olympia Water Tower (6-0)
• Approved text amendment eliminating duplicate public hearings (4-3, mayor broke tie)
• Approved conditional use permit for Lake Country Marine at 54 Capitol Dr (6-0)
• Approved preliminary plat for Arrowood Subdivision at 9740 Valley Rd (6-0)
• Approved certified survey map for Journey21 (4-3, mayor broke tie)
• Adopted Resolution 21-R2993 amending 2022 wastewater utility rates (6-0)
• Adopted 2022 Utility Budget with $50K capital contingency (6-0)
• Approved 2022 Western Lakes Fire District budgets (6-0)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will consider recommending a resolution to increase 2022 wastewater rates and adopt the 2022 utility budget. The proposed rates would raise average residential bills by 3.2% and commercial bills by 5.6%. The utility budget covers wastewater, water, and electric operations, including capital projects. No formal action will be taken at this meeting; recommendations would go to the City Council.

• Resolution 21-R2933: Amending wastewater utility rates for 2022, with residential increase of 3.2% ($0.87/month) and commercial increase of 5.6% on average
• Adoption of the 2022 Utility Budget, including $347,000 for Oconomowoc River watershed phosphorus reduction project
• Water budget includes $931,000 for water main replacements, $665,000 for Olympia Fields mains, and $1,016,000 for Well #8 construction
• Electric budget holds rates steady, with no base rate changes for 2022
• Wastewater capital projects include sewer main replacements and secondary digester cover replacement

The Committee of the Whole recommended Resolution 21-R2933, amending wastewater utility rates for 2022, and recommended adoption of the 2022 Utility Budget, which includes an additional $50K in the Wastewater Capital Contingency and adjusts funds for a Finance position changed from full-time to part-time. Both motions carried 5-0. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Recommended Resolution 21-R2933 amending 2022 Wastewater Utility Rates (5-0)
• Recommended adoption of 2022 Utility Budget with $50K added to Wastewater Capital Contingency and Finance position adjusted to part-time (5-0)

Utility Committee

The Utility Committee meeting has no items requiring action or review. The agenda consists solely of routine department reports, including monthly and year-to-date volume and revenue summaries for electric, water, and wastewater utilities, as well as updates on billing procedures and electric utility projects.

• Water rate increase impact visible in revenue charts
• Seasonal billing adjustments and sales tax collection of over $38,000
• Disconnection moratorium for residential customers with electric heat from Nov 1 to Apr 15
• Tax roll transfer for past-due balances with 10% penalty
• Electric projects: North Lake Road cable replacement, Jiffy Lube service, Blue Ribbon Ball Park, Thackeray Trail lighting, Second Street voltage conversion

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing and vote on a variance request from Karl & Cheri Madsen to build a new home at 545 Greenland Avenue. They seek a 15-foot front yard setback variance (from 20 feet to 5 feet) to accommodate an attached garage. The board will also approve minutes from a prior meeting.

• Public hearing and vote on 15-foot front yard setback variance for 545 Greenland Ave
• Variance would allow new home construction 5 feet from street property line
• Applicants cite age-in-place needs and unsafe existing garage as justification
• Approval of March 8, 2021 meeting minutes
• Previous variance granted for garage relocation at 1228 W. Wisconsin Ave

The Zoning Board of Appeals approved a variance for Karl & Cheri Madsen to build a new home 10 feet from the front property line at 545 Greenland Avenue, reducing the originally requested 15-foot encroachment. The approval includes conditions to remove existing structures and limit hard surfaces. The motion carried 5-0.

• Approved 10-foot front yard setback variance for 545 Greenland Ave (5-0)
• Approved minutes of March 8, 2021 (4-1-0, Cunningham abstained)

Parks & Recreation Board

The Oconomowoc Parks & Recreation Board will consider and act on proposed Community Center rental rate increases, the first since 2013, ranging from 10% to 20%. They will also discuss draft recommendations for the Park & Open Space Plan, with final changes to be made at the meeting and a complete draft expected in December. The agenda includes routine items such as approving October minutes, department reports, and October vouchers.

• Community Center rental rate increases of 10-20% across rooms and services
• Draft Park & Open Space Plan recommendations, including $365,000 concession stand at Champion Fields and $300,000 splashpad at Roosevelt Park
• Approval of October 2021 meeting minutes
• Department reports for October 2021
• Approval of October 2021 vouchers

The Parks and Recreation Board approved new Community Center rental rates, the first increase since 2012, with lower rates for Monday-Thursday, mid-range for Friday and Sunday, and highest for Saturday. The board also discussed a draft of the Park & Open Space Plan, which will be updated and brought back in December. Minutes from October and October vouchers were approved.

• Approved Community Center rental rates as presented (unanimous)
• Approved October 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved October 2021 vouchers (unanimous)

Architectural Commission & Historic Preservation Commission

The Architectural Commission will consider approving two special exceptions for signage at the TownePlace Suites by Marriott hotel at 1242 Corporate Center Drive. The request covers two wall signs that exceed the 50-square-foot limit and a shared monument sign that includes an off-premise restaurant sign. Planning staff recommends approval with additional landscaping information. The commission will also review the October 6, 2021 minutes.

• Special exception for two 82.82 sq ft wall signs (code max 50 sq ft) at TownePlace Suites, 1242 Corporate Center Drive
• Special exception for shared monument sign with Dairy Queen signage, considered off-premise
• Landscaping plan for ground sign requires additional information
• Approve minutes of October 6, 2021 meeting

The Architectural Commission approved special exceptions for wall and ground signage at TownPlace Suites by Marriott, 1242 Corporate Center Drive, with conditions. The wall signs exceed the code maximum size, and the ground sign includes off-premises restaurant signage. Approval was subject to increasing address numbers to at least 4 inches tall and staff review of landscaping.

• Approved October 6, 2021 minutes (5-0)
• Approved special exceptions for wall and ground signs at TownPlace Suites by Marriott, 1242 Corporate Center Drive, with conditions (5-0)

Common Council

The Common Council adopted the 2022 City of Oconomowoc Budget, adding $50K for a WLFD consultant expense, using the full carryover of $107,989 as contingency, and setting a mill rate of $4.71. The motion passed 7-0-1, with Alderman Douglas voting no. The council also approved the 2021 property tax levy of $12,755,173 for the 2022 budget, and directed staff to execute a pre-development reimbursement agreement with Rockwell Partners LLC for the N. Main Street project, with Alderman Rosek voting no.

• Adopted 2022 City budget with $50K WLFD consultant, $107,989 contingency, $4.71 mill rate (7-0-1)
• Approved 2021 property tax levy of $12,755,173 for 2022 budget (8-0)
• Directed staff to execute pre-development reimbursement agreement with Rockwell Partners LLC for N. Main Street project (7-0-1)
• Approved Resolution 21-R2991 authorizing budget amendment and purchase of secondary digester cover and three mixers (8-0)
• Approved Resolution 21-R2990 amending ward division for District #3, Wards 7, 8 & 9 (8-0)
• Approved minutes of October 19, 2021 (8-0)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will discuss two items: design options for a new restroom facility in Village Green and a potential pre-development reimbursement agreement with Rockwell Partners LLC for a North Main Street project. No formal action will be taken at this meeting.

• Discussion on Village Green restroom elevations with three design options
• Anticipated $300,000 cost for restroom design/engineering and construction, funded by Park Impact Fees
• Presentation on drafting a Pre-Development Reimbursement Agreement with Rockwell Partners LLC for a North Main Street project
• Possible TIF participation for the Rockwell Partners development

The Committee of the Whole discussed a proposed public restroom and amenities at Village Green and directed staff to draft a Request for Proposal for cost estimates. They also voted unanimously to recommend staff draft a Pre-Development Reimbursement Agreement with Rockwell Partners LLC for a project on North Main Street. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Directed staff to draft a Request for Proposal for Village Green restroom project costs
• Recommended drafting Pre-Development Reimbursement Agreement with Rockwell Partners LLC (7-0)

Utility Committee

The Oconomowoc Utility Committee is meeting to consider and recommend three items: a budget amendment and pre-purchase agreement for secondary digester cover and mixers, a proposed 2022 sanitary sewer rate increase, and the 2022 utility budget. The committee will vote on these items, which then require Common Council approval.

• Pre-purchase of secondary digester cover and 3 mixers from Olympus Technologies, Inc. for $525,200, with a $52,520 advance payment
• Proposed 2022 sanitary sewer rate increase: 3.2% for average residential customers, 5.6% for commercial customers
• 2022 utility budget review and recommendation
• Approval of minutes from September 21, 2021 meeting

The Utility Committee recommended the 2022 Utility Budget with a $50K capital contingency fund, a Wastewater Utility 2022 rate increase, and a budget amendment/pre-purchase agreement for secondary digester cover and draft tube mixers. All motions passed 2-0. The committee also approved the September 21, 2021 minutes.

• Approved minutes from September 21, 2021 (2-0)
• Recommended budget amendment and pre-purchase agreement for secondary digester cover and draft tube mixers (2-0)
• Recommended Wastewater Utility 2022 rate increase (2-0)
• Recommended 2022 Utility Budget plus $50K capital contingency fund for wastewater capital projects (2-0)

Western Lakes Fire District’s Fire Board or Commission

The Western Lakes Fire District's Fire Board will meet on October 25, 2021, to discuss and take action on employee benefits policy, an education expense repayment agreement, and 2022 part-time and full-time wages. The board will also hear reports from the Fire Chief and Assistant/Bureau Chiefs, and handle routine consent agenda items including minutes, bill payments, and refunds.

• Discussion/Action on Policy 600.010 Employee Benefits
• Discussion/Action on Education Expense Repayment Agreement
• Discussion/Action on 2022 Part-time Wages
• Discussion/Action on 2022 Full-time Wages
• Consent agenda includes payment of bills and ambulance/highway refunds

The Western Lakes Fire Board approved the 2022 part-time and full-time wage proposals as presented, and tabled two policy items for further staff and legal review. The board also approved the consent agenda, including payment of bills totaling $393,731.57.

• Approved consent agenda including September minutes and $393,731.57 in bills
• Tabled Policy 600.010 Employee Benefits for staff and legal review
• Tabled Education Expense Repayment Agreement for staff and legal review
• Approved 2022 part-time wages as presented
• Approved 2022 full-time wages as presented

Public Services

The Public Services Committee will consider recommending Resolution 21-R2988 to award a contract to SEH for grading plan design and bid specifications at John and Lavinia Rockwell Park. The proposal is for $25,000 plus a 10% contingency of $2,500, totaling $27,500, funded from the Parks and Playground Capital Equipment account. The committee will also confirm meeting notification and adjourn.

• Resolution 21-R2988 awarding SEH $25,000 plus $2,500 contingency for grading plan and bid specs
• Funding from account 408.507.7410.820, 421705.01, Parks and Playground Capital Equipment
• Project includes interim grading, erosion control, and bid preparation for Rockwell Park
• Design work to be completed in 2021, with grading project bid for 2022

The Public Services Committee voted 2-0 to recommend Resolution 21-R2988, which awards the Rockwell Park Grading Design and Bidding contract. The motion was made by Alderman Douglas and seconded by Acting Chairman Kowieski. The meeting was brief and adjourned shortly after.

• Recommended Resolution 21-R2988 awarding Rockwell Park Grading Design and Bidding (2-0)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will consider recommending approval of a budget amendment for third-quarter 2021 grants and donations totaling $100,950.33, including funds for traffic safety, the Emerald City Mural, Chapman Park, and police body cameras. They will also review and act on the September 2021 voucher report and financials. The meeting is largely procedural, focusing on routine financial approvals.

• Budget amendment for Q3 grants/donations totaling $100,950.33
• Grants include $8,261.23 for traffic safety, $2,000 for clerk scholarships, $2,000 for LED lighting
• Donations include $34,000 for Emerald City Mural, $7,890 for Chapman Park, $13,000 for police body cameras
• Revenue reclassifications for PILOT payments and sewer license fees
• September 2021 voucher report includes payments for street maintenance, pavement markings, and utility refunds

The Finance Committee recommended the Quarterly Grants and Donations budget amendment for July-September 2021 to the Council, and approved the September 2021 voucher report totaling $4,960,036.00. Both motions passed unanimously 3-0. The meeting was brief and adjourned at 7:14 PM.

• Recommended Quarterly Grants and Donations budget amendment (7/1/21-9/30/21) to Council (3-0)
• Approved September 2021 vouchers totaling $4,960,036.00 (3-0)

Common Council

The Common Council voted 6-0-2 to accept the Matrix Study recommendation and move Oconomowoc Police Department dispatch services to Waukesha County Communications (WCC), hire four full-time and part-time clerks, pay the one-time WCC joining fee from unassigned reserves, and complete the transfer within six months if possible. The council also approved several other items, including redistricting ordinances, a grading design contract for Rockwell Park, and multiple plat approvals. All other motions passed unanimously.

• Approved moving OPD dispatch to WCC, hiring clerks, and paying joining fee (6-0-2; Ellis, Spiegelberg no)
• Adopted Ordinance 21-O1021 redistricting aldermanic districts (8-0)
• Adopted Resolution 21-R2987 dividing city into wards (8-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 21-O1020 correcting Pine Ridge Estates West legal description (8-0)
• Approved final replat of Pine Ridge Estates West for lots 31-37 and 45 (8-0)
• Approved condominium plat Vespera II Addendum #2 (8-0)
• Approved condominium plat Vespera II Addendum #3 (8-0)
• Approved Resolution 21-R2988 awarding Rockwell Park grading design to SEH ($25,000 + 10% contingency) (7-0)

Utility Committee

The Utility Committee approved the reallocation of budgeted Capital Project Funds for public side lead water service lateral replacements. The motion was made by Rosek and seconded by Zapfel, and carried 2-0-0. No other substantive decisions were made; the committee reviewed reports on utility billing, electric, water, and wastewater operations.

• Approved reallocation of budgeted Capital Project Funds for public side lead water service lateral replacements (2-0)

Parks & Recreation Board

The Parks and Recreation Board approved permanent rules and etiquette for the Ocon Skatepark, updated the Athletic Courts Policy to remove fees for tennis and pickleball rentals, and approved a revised Park Shelter & Facility Policy with new fees. The board also approved the September 2021 meeting minutes and September 2021 vouchers. All motions passed without opposition.

• Approved Ocon Skatepark Rules & Etiquette as presented (unanimous)
• Approved Athletic Courts Policy modification removing fees for tennis and pickleball rentals (unanimous)
• Approved Park Shelter & Facility Policy with updated fees (unanimous)
• Approved September 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved September 2021 vouchers (unanimous)

Architectural Commission & Historic Preservation Commission

The Architectural Commission is reviewing special exceptions for ground signs and electronic message centers at SteelTank Brewing Company and Thirst Church. The commission is also reviewing a recommendation to create a new Historic Preservation Ordinance (Chapter 29) in the City Municipal Code.

• Special exception for SteelTank Brewing Company sign update at 1225 Robruck Drive
• Special exception for Thirst Church ground sign and electronic message center at 1260 Brown Street
• Review of proposed Chapter 29 Historic Preservation Ordinance
• Discussion regarding tree removal near the Thirst Church monument sign

The Architectural Commission approved special exceptions for monument signs with electronic message centers at SteelTank Brewing (1225 Robruck Drive) and Thirst Church (1260 Brown Street), both exceeding the 8-foot height limit. The commission also voted to send the proposed Historic Preservation Ordinance back for further review by the Committee-of-the-Whole or Common Council, with members expressing concerns about its effectiveness.

• Approved special exception for SteelTank Brewing monument sign with EMC, 1225 Robruck Drive (5-0)
• Approved special exception for Thirst Church monument sign with EMC, 1260 Brown Street, with staff to work on tree issue (5-0)
• Sent Historic Preservation Ordinance back for further review by COTW or Common Council (5-0)
• Approved September 8, 2021 minutes (5-0)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will consider a resolution to approve a budget amendment and award a contract for replacing an inoperable air handling unit at the Fleet Shop. The unit is needed to meet safety ventilation requirements. The committee will recommend whether to transfer $46,250 from Fleet reserves and award the work to Ideal Mechanical.

• Resolution 21-R2986: budget amendment of $46,250 from Fleet Reserve to Fleet Capital fund 730-18580
• Award of work to Ideal Mechanical for $46,250 (lowest qualified quote)
• Six quotes received; Ideal Mechanical ranked #1 with score 87.50
• Replacement needed to comply with International Mechanical Code 2015 ventilation requirements

The Finance Committee recommended Resolution 21-R2986, which approves a budget amendment and awards work for the Fleet Air Handling Unit. The motion was made by Alderman Rosek, seconded by Alderman Mulder, and passed unanimously (2-0). The meeting adjourned shortly after.

• Recommended Resolution 21-R2986 approving budget amendment and award of work for Fleet Air Handling Unit (motion carried 2-0).

Public Services

The Public Services Committee is considering a resolution to award a not-to-exceed $143,210 design engineering contract (plus $14,321 contingency) to Clark Dietz for the 2022 street projects, and to authorize a $107,531 budget amendment. The projects include reconstruction of Bolson Drive, the Silver Lake Street/Summit Avenue intersection, and Capitol Drive, plus pulverize and overlay work on several streets. The committee will make a recommendation to the Common Council, which requires a super majority vote for the budget amendment.

• Award design engineering to Clark Dietz for $143,210 plus 10% contingency ($14,321), total $157,531
• Budget amendment transferring $107,531 from Capital Street Maintenance to Capital Streets Engineering
• Reconstruction of Bolson Drive (1,400 LF) and Silver Lake Street/Summit Avenue intersection with new traffic signals
• Capitol Drive improvements: new curb/sidewalk, pulverize and overlay, 12-in water main relay
• Pulverize and overlay on Harvard Street, Hancock Court, High Street, Tanglewood Court, Timberline Courts, Towerside Court, Saratoga Parkway

The Public Services Committee recommended Resolution 21-R2985, approving design engineering for 2022 streets and a budget amendment. The motion passed 2-0-0. The meeting adjourned at 5:46 PM.

• Recommended Resolution 21-R2985 approving design engineering for 2022 streets and budget amendment (passed 2-0-0).

Common Council

The Common Council will consider several resolutions, including a $46,250 budget amendment and contract award to replace an air handling unit at the Fleet Shop, a new Class B liquor license for The Badger Burger Co., and approval of design engineering for 2022 street projects. The council will also discuss locations for Village Green restrooms and redistricting aldermanic boundaries, plus confirm mayoral appointments.

• Resolution 21-R2986: $46,250 budget amendment and award to Ideal Mechanical for Fleet Shop air handling unit
• Resolution 21-R2984: New Class B liquor license for Perseverance Corp. (The Badger Burger Co.) at 1320 Pabst Farms Circle
• Resolution 21-R2985: Approve design engineering for 2022 streets (Bolson Drive, Silver Lake/Summit intersection, Capitol Drive)
• Discussion on Village Green restrooms location and RFP for design/engineering
• Presentation on redistricting aldermanic district boundaries

The Common Council approved several resolutions, including a budget amendment for the Fleet Shop air handling unit, a new liquor license for The Badger Burger Co., and design engineering for 2022 streets. The decision on Village Green restrooms location and RFP was tabled for one month. The council also confirmed a mayoral appointment and heard a presentation on redistricting.

• Approved Resolution 21-R2986 for Air Handling Unit at Fleet Shop (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 21-R2984 granting Class B liquor license to Perseverance Corp. (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 21-R2985 for 2022 Streets design engineering (7-0)
• Tabled Village Green Restrooms location and RFP for 30 days (6-0-1)
• Confirmed Mark Frye to Lake Country Municipal Court Administrative Committee (7-0)

Protection and Welfare Committee

The Protection and Welfare Committee will consider recommending a new 2021 'Class B' liquor license for Perseverance Corp., doing business as The Badger Burger Co., at 1320 Pabst Farms Circle, Suite 170. They will also discuss a request for a four-way stop at Second and Worthington Streets, though staff recommends against it based on a traffic study. The meeting is primarily for discussion and recommendation; no final action is taken here.

• Resolution 21-R2984: new 'Class B' liquor license for Perseverance Corp. (The Badger Burger Co.), 1320 Pabst Farms Circle, Suite 170, prorated fee $450
• Discussion on placing stop signs at Second and Worthington Streets intersection; staff recommends no additional stop signs
• Traffic study data: average daily vehicle count ~1,635, 85% speed 31 mph, only 3 crashes in 5 years
• No Parking Here To Corner signs already installed to improve visibility

The Protection & Welfare Committee recommended Resolution 21-R2984, granting a new 2021 'Class B' intoxicating liquor/fermented malt beverage license to Perseverance Corp. (The Badger Burger Co.), with a unanimous 3-0 vote. The committee also discussed a request for a four-way stop sign at Second and Worthington Streets, but a police traffic study recommended against adding stop signs; the issue will be brought to the City Council.

• Recommended Resolution 21-R2984 granting new 2021 'Class B' liquor license to Perseverance Corp. (The Badger Burger Co.) (3-0)
• Agreed to bring stop sign discussion at Second and Worthington Streets to Council

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is discussing a study on whether to consolidate the Oconomowoc Police Department's emergency dispatch with the Waukesha County Communications Center. The study recommends consolidation, citing reduced 9-1-1 call transfers, improved coordination, and long-term cost savings, though it would eliminate dispatcher positions and require hiring four police clerks. No formal action is expected at this meeting.

• Presentation on dispatch staffing update
• Presentation on dispatch study results matrix
• Study recommends joining Waukesha County Communications Center
• Consolidation projected to save about $124,556 per year over 10 years
• Would eliminate 5 full-time dispatcher positions and add 4 police clerks

The Committee of the Whole received presentations on dispatch staffing levels and the results of a dispatch study. The study recommended that the city join WCC for 911 and police dispatch services, but no formal decision was made. The meeting adjourned without voting on any substantive items.

• Heard dispatch staffing update from Chief Pfister and WCC (no action)
• Heard Matrix Consulting Group's dispatch study recommending joining WCC (no action)
• Adjourned meeting (7-0)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is meeting to discuss and recommend the proposed 2022 City Budget. No formal action will be taken by the Common Council at this meeting; it is for information gathering and discussion only.

• Discussion/recommendation of Proposed 2022 City Budget

The Committee of the Whole voted 5-0-2 to add $12.5K back into the proposed 2022 budget for the City to participate in the Waukesha County Center for Growth. The committee also discussed several budget amendments and requested future improvements, such as earlier budget book distribution, more detailed salary breakdowns, and a possible grant writer position. No other formal decisions were made.

• Approved $12.5K for Waukesha County Center for Growth participation (5-0-2; Rosek and Schellpeper opposed).
• Discussed budget amendments from 9/28/21 and new worksheets.
• Noted the Special Revenue Ambulance Fund is inactive and will be depleted by 2024.
• Requested earlier budget book delivery and more detailed salary/percentage sheets.
• Requested more years in budget comparison sections.
• Requested Library Strategic Plan update and vision for Library Friends.
• Requested splitting Training & Travel to show required certifications.
• Requested exploration of a Grant Writer position and updates on Risk Management/Technology funds.

Board of Review

The Oconomowoc Board of Review is meeting to hear property assessment objections and consider waiver requests. The agenda includes approving prior meeting minutes, hearing objections, and setting additional meeting dates. This is a routine meeting for the board that handles property tax assessment appeals.

• Approve minutes from April 27, 2020, July 30, 2020, and April 26, 2021 meetings
• Hear property assessment objections
• Consider requests for waiver
• Set additional Board of Review dates

The Oconomowoc Board of Review met on September 29, 2021, and sustained the 2021 assessed value for a property at 711 River Bluff Circle. The board also approved two requests for waiver of hearings, which means the 2021 assessments for those properties are deemed sustained. The board selected its chairman and vice-chairman and approved prior meeting minutes.

• Sustained 2021 assessment for 711 River Bluff Circle (land $89,000, improvements $404,800, total $493,800) (5-0)
• Approved waiver of BOR hearing for SRRT Fleet I, LLC, 1501 Pabst Farms Blvd (5-0)
• Approved waiver of BOR hearing for LDG Enterprises, LLC, 744 E. Wisconsin Avenue (5-0)
• Elected Schliewe as Chairman for 2021 (5-0)
• Elected Lewis-Tschannen as Vice-Chairman for 2021 (5-0)
• Approved minutes of April 27, 2020, July 30, 2020, and April 26, 2021 (2-3-0, with three abstentions)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is meeting to discuss and make recommendations on the Proposed 2022 City Budget. No formal action will be taken at this meeting; the Common Council will not vote on the budget here. Attendees are asked to bring their Budget Book for the discussion.

• Discussion/recommendation of Proposed 2022 City Budget

The Committee of the Whole reviewed the proposed 2022 city budget and made several adjustments, including cutting $12.5K for the Waukesha County Center for Growth and $4K for the city newsletter, adding $65,545 for fire staffing, and decreasing accounting wages by $45K. The net effect was a $61.5K decrease, keeping the mill rate at $4.63. The budget was not formally approved; it was a discussion and recommendation session.

• Cut $12.5K for Waukesha County Center for Growth (5-0-3)
• Cut $4K for city newsletter from Parks & Rec budget (8-0)
• Added $65,545 to Fire budget for staffing (7-0)
• Decreased accounting wages by $45K (7-0)

Western Lakes Fire District’s Fire Board or Commission

The Western Lakes Fire Board approved the 2022 operational and capital budget to forward to municipalities, continued the WI Health Insurance PO4 plan with the district covering 86% of the lowest cost plan, approved a revised health insurance policy, and approved an RFP for consulting services for a potential 2022 Fire/EMS staffing referendum. The board also approved the consent agenda, including bills of $313,091.78, and welcomed Eric Jensen as the new representative for the Village of Summit.

• Approved consent agenda including August minutes and $313,091.78 in bills
• Approved 2022 health insurance plan with district covering 86% of lowest cost plan
• Approved revised District Health Insurance Policy 600.003
• Approved 2022 Operational and Capital Budget to forward to municipalities
• Approved RFP for consulting and communication services for potential 2022 referendum

Police Commission

The Police Commission will meet to consider appointing two police officer candidates, following a closed session to review employment data. The Chief of Police will make the appointments, which the Commission will then vote to confirm. The meeting also includes approval of the August 5, 2021 minutes.

• Closed session to consider appointments of Police Officer candidates
• Chief to appoint two officers
• Consider/act on confirmation of Chief's appointment(s) to police officer position(s)
• Approve minutes from August 5, 2021

The Police Commission approved the minutes from the August 5, 2021 meeting and confirmed the Chief's appointments of Kyle Palm and Dominique Ramirez as entry-level police officers. The appointments were made after a closed session to consider candidate employment data. The meeting was otherwise procedural.

• Approved August 5, 2021 minutes (3-0)
• Confirmed appointments of Kyle Palm and Dominique Ramirez as entry-level police officers (3-0)

Pabst Farms Joint Stormwater District

The Pabst Farms Joint Stormwater District is holding a public hearing on its proposed 2022 budget, then will discuss and take action on the budget and the 2021 district levy. The proposed budget totals $35,650 in revenues and expenditures, with service charges of $28,000 and maintenance costs of $20,000. The meeting also includes routine items like approving prior minutes and setting the next meeting date.

• Public hearing on proposed 2022 budget with $35,650 in revenues and expenditures
• Discussion and action on 2022 District budget
• Discussion and action on 2021 District levy
• Proposed service charges of $28,000 and maintenance expenses of $20,000
• Approval of minutes from August 18, 2021 meeting

The Pabst Farms Joint Stormwater District approved its 2022 budget of $35,650 and its 2021 levy of $28,000, both by unanimous 4-0 votes. The board also approved the minutes from the August 18, 2021 meeting and scheduled quarterly meetings for 2022. No public comments were made during the public hearing on the budget.

• Approved 2022 District budget of $35,650 (4-0)
• Approved 2021 District levy of $28,000 (4-0)
• Approved minutes of August 18, 2021 meeting (4-0)
• Scheduled 2022 quarterly meetings: Feb 16, May 18, Aug 17, Sep 21

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will consider and vote on the August 2021 Voucher Report and Financials, which list payments to vendors for goods and services. The agenda includes only this item, plus routine call to order and adjournment, so the meeting is primarily a review of expenditures.

• Voucher Report and Financials for August 2021
• Payments include $24,993.02 to Bloom Companies for street maintenance
• Payments include $21,190.92 to Bloom Companies for street project July 2021
• Payments include $8,023.48 to Baxter & Woodman for Thackeray Trail reconstruction and risk assessment
• Payments include $5,050.00 to A.C. Engineering for Summit substation relays testing

The Finance Committee met and approved the August 2021 voucher report and financials in the amount of $5,675,462.52. The motion was made by Alderman Rosek, seconded by Chairman Mulder, and carried unanimously 3-0. The meeting then adjourned without any other substantive business.

• Approved August 2021 vouchers totaling $5,675,462.52 (3-0)
• Adjourned meeting (3-0)

Common Council

The Common Council will hold a public hearing and consider first readings of ordinances to amend the Comprehensive Land Use Plan 2050 and rezone 0.627 acres at 1375 Royale Mile Road from General Commercial to Residential Multi-Unit High with a Planned Development Overlay, allowing construction of an additional building with up to 26 apartment units. The council will also vote on a mayoral appointment of Mark Frye as Interim City Administrator, approve a final release of a letter of credit for Lake Country Village, and consider an asset purchase agreement with Wisconsin Electric Power Company for utility infrastructure on Southwood Drive, Brown Street, and County Road K.

• Public hearing and first reading of ordinances for Olympia Fields rezoning and land use amendment at 1375 Royale Mile Road
• Mayoral appointment of Mark Frye as Interim City Administrator with council confirmation
• Resolution 21-R2983: Asset purchase agreement with Wisconsin Electric Power Company (Southwood Drive, Brown Street, County Road K)
• Final release of letter of credit for Lake Country Village Addition 4 (Phase 5) — $39,228.60
• Presentation of donated funds for police department body cameras

The Common Council approved a land use amendment and rezoning for the Olympia Fields development at 1375 Royale Mile Road, allowing construction of a 26-unit apartment building. The approvals are contingent on the developer purchasing the property from the City and do not take effect if the closing fails. The council also approved related certified survey maps and an asset purchase agreement with Wisconsin Electric Power Company.

• Adopted Ordinance 21-O1019 amending the Comprehensive Land Use Plan 2050 for Olympia Fields (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 21-O1014 rezoning 1375 Royale Mile Road to RMH with PD overlay (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 21-O1018 amending PD-2-21 for Olympia Fields Apartments (7-0)
• Approved CSM reconfiguring lots at 1350 Royale Mile Road (7-0)
• Approved CSM reconfiguring lots at 1375 Royale Mile Road (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution 21-R2983 for asset purchase agreement with WI Electric (7-0)
• Confirmed Mark Frye as interim City Administrator (7-0)
• Approved minutes of September 7, 2021 (7-0)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is meeting to review an overview of the 2022 proposed budget. This is an informational session; the Common Council will not take any formal action at this meeting.

• Overview of the 2022 Proposed Budget

The Committee of the Whole met to review an overview of the 2022 proposed budget, presented by Sullivan with preliminary budget workbooks distributed. Council requested that staff provide a ten-year history of COLA percentages employees have received at the upcoming budget workshops. No formal decisions were made; the meeting adjourned after the discussion.

• Reviewed the 2022 proposed budget overview and received preliminary budget workbooks.
• Requested staff provide a ten-year history of employee COLA percentages at next week's budget workshops.
• Adjourned the meeting with a motion carried 7-0-0.

Utility Committee

The Utility Committee will consider recommending Resolution 21-R2983, which approves an Asset Purchase Agreement with Wisconsin Electric Power Company. The agreement would expand Oconomowoc's electric service territory to include properties on Southwood Drive, Brown Street, and County Road K, transferring 22 customers to the city utility. The committee will also review monthly reports for electric, water, and wastewater utilities and approve minutes from prior meetings.

• Resolution 21-R2983: Asset Purchase Agreement with Wisconsin Electric Power Company for $129,577.61
• Acquisition covers Southwood Drive (17 customers), Brown Street (1), and County Road K (4)
• Additional payment up to $35,000 for WEPCO re-routing work on South Beach Road
• Project funded by Capital Fund 603-573-7000, project number 320012, total budget $350,000
• Review of UC Electric, Water, and Wastewater reports

The Utility Committee approved the minutes from July 20 and August 3, 2021, and recommended Resolution 21-R2983 approving an Asset Purchase Agreement with Wisconsin Electric Power Company for Southwood Drive, Brown Street, and County Road K. Committee reports on electric, water, and wastewater were reviewed. The meeting adjourned at 7:26 PM.

• Approved minutes of July 20 and August 3, 2021 (3-0)
• Recommended Resolution 21-R2983 approving Asset Purchase Agreement with Wisconsin Electric Power Company (3-0)

Western Lakes Fire District’s Fire Board or Commission

The Oconomowoc Common Council and Western Lakes Fire District Fire Board are holding a joint special meeting to discuss and potentially act on the 2022 operating budget and a request for proposals for consulting services related to a potential Fire/EMS referendum in 2022. The meeting also includes a closed session to consider employee wages. The agenda includes standard items like approval of minutes from previous meetings.

• Discussion/Action on 2022 Operating Budget
• Discussion/Action on Request for Proposals for Referendum Consulting and Communications Services for a potential Fire/EMS Referendum in 2022
• Closed session per Wisconsin Statutes 19.85(1)(c) to consider employee wages
• Approval of minutes from June 9, 2021 and August 11, 2021 Fire Board meetings

Parks & Recreation Board

The Oconomowoc Parks & Recreation Board will consider and act on Village Green restroom locations, review and act on the Athletic Fields Policy, and discuss capital projects. The board will also review department reports and approve vouchers for June, July, and August 2021. A park tour precedes the meeting to inspect potential restroom sites.

• Consider/act on Village Green Restroom locations, with five possible city-owned sites listed
• Review and consider/act on Athletic Fields Policy, including fees and reservation priorities
• Capital Projects discussion covering 2022 projects like Rockwell Park, Boat Launch, and Champion Fields restroom
• Consider/act on June, July & August 2021 vouchers
• Department reports for June, July & August 2021

The Parks and Recreation Board recommended the Common Council explore building public restrooms on the west side of the Etc. Building, citing safe pedestrian access and shorter utility connections. The board also approved raising athletic field rental rates and allowing for-profit rentals, and approved the June 2021 meeting minutes and vouchers for June, July, and August 2021.

• Recommended Common Council explore restrooms on west side of Etc. Building (unanimous)
• Raised field rental rates to $15/hr residents, $30/hr non-residents (unanimous)
• Set electricity fee at $50/diamond per day (unanimous)
• Set trash/dumpster fee at $100/event (unanimous)
• Allowed for-profit field rentals (unanimous)
• Approved June 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved vouchers for June, July, August 2021 (unanimous)

Architectural Commission & Historic Preservation Commission

The Architectural Commission will consider and possibly approve façade updates for Moboevo at 116-118 N. Main Street and The Etcetera at 118 E. Wisconsin Avenue, a master sign plan for Thirst Church at 1260 Brown Street, and an updated electronic message center for Our Savior's Lutheran Church at 145 E. Lisbon Road. The commission will also review and make a recommendation on creating Chapter 29 of the City Municipal Code, a historic preservation ordinance. Staff recommendations include conditions on design elements, lighting, and signage details.

• Façade update for Moboevo at 116-118 N. Main Street (three phases, includes painting, garage doors, lighting)
• Façade update for The Etcetera at 118 E. Wisconsin Avenue (Art Deco design, new awning, color samples needed)
• Master sign plan for Thirst Church at 1260 Brown Street (monument sign postponed, directional sign changes)
• Electronic message center update for Our Savior's Lutheran Church at 145 E. Lisbon Road (size increase by 5.44 inches)
• Review of proposed Historic Preservation Ordinance (Chapter 29) for City Municipal Code

The Architectural Commission approved a phased facade update for Moboevo at 116-118 N. Main Street, allowing only the first-floor paint and bronze garage doors, with a 4-1 vote. It also approved paint colors and awnings for The Etcetera at 118 E. Wisconsin Avenue, a master sign plan for Thirst Church at 1260 Brown Street, and an updated electronic message center for Our Savior's Lutheran Church. The commission postponed action on a historic preservation ordinance until next month.

• Approved Moboevo facade update (first-floor paint, garage doors, LED strip) 4-1
• Approved The Etcetera paint colors and black awning for south elevation, plus west elevation garage doors 5-0
• Approved Thirst Church master sign plan at 1260 Brown Street 5-0
• Approved updated electronic message center for Our Savior's Lutheran Church 5-0
• Postponed historic preservation ordinance (Chapter 29) to next month
• Approved August 4, 2021 minutes 4-0-1

Common Council

The Common Council will consider a budget amendment to pay $542,664 in public fire protection charges to the water utility, which were not collected due to a delayed rate case. The agenda also includes rescinding a special assessment resolution, a developer's agreement for Jiffy Lube, and a revised MOU with WisDOT for the STH 67 pedestrian underpass. Consent items cover a library tax exemption and an electric utility easement.

• Resolution 21-R2982: Budget amendment to pay $542,664 in public fire protection charges
• Resolution 21-R2981: Rescinding preliminary resolution to levy special assessments
• Developer's agreement for Jiffy Lube
• Revised MOU with WisDOT for STH 67 pedestrian underpass
• Resolution 21-R2979: Exemption from Waukesha County library levy

The Common Council approved a revised Memorandum of Understanding with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation for the STH 67 Pedestrian Underpass, and rescinded a prior resolution declaring intent to levy special assessments. It also approved a developer's agreement for Jiffy Lube, a budget amendment for fire protection charges, and confirmed two Library Board appointments.

• Approved revised MOU with WisDOT for STH 67 Pedestrian Underpass (7-0-0)
• Rescinded Resolution 21-R2970 declaring intent to levy special assessments (7-0-0)
• Approved Developer's Agreement for Jiffy Lube (6-0-1, Rosek no)
• Adopted Resolution 21-R2982 budget amendment for Public Fire Protection Charges (6-0-1, Rosek no)
• Confirmed Kerry Hansen to Library Board (7-0-0)
• Confirmed Karen Kjensrud to Library Board (7-0-0)
• Confirmed Trebatoski and Magnus to LCMC Administrative Committee (7-0-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda including library levy exemption and electric utility easement (7-0-0)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is meeting to discuss three items: a presentation on best practices in emergency dispatch, a recommendation for the 2022 Capital Funding Plan, and a review of the Western Lakes Fire District 2022 budget. No formal action will be taken at this meeting; it is for discussion and information gathering.

• Virtual presentation by Matrix Consulting Group on best practices in emergency communications and dispatch
• Consider/recommend approval of the 2022 Capital Funding Plan
• Review/discussion of the Western Lakes Fire District 2022 budget

The Committee of the Whole recommended approval of the 2022 Capital Funding Plan with total levy funding of $2,358,678. An amendment to add a $6.5K shade structure at City Beach and move $5K for the Splash Pad from 2024 to 2022 failed 3-0-4. A separate amendment to reduce Champion Field Concession/Restroom from $40K to $33.5K and add the $6.5K shade structure passed 7-0-0. The committee also discussed the Western Lakes Fire District 2022 budget, noting the city's share is about $185,051 (16%) higher than last year, and that the budget requires 100% approval from member municipalities.

• Recommended approval of the 2022 Capital Funding Plan with total levy funding of $2,358,678 (motion carried 7-0-0).
• Failed to add $6.5K for a shade structure at City Beach and move $5K for the Splash Pad from 2024 to 2022 using General Fund Reserves (motion failed 3-0-4).
• Approved changing Champion Field Concession/Restroom from $40K to $33.5K and adding $6.5K for a shade structure at City Beach (motion carried 7-0-0).
• Adjourned the meeting at 7:45 PM (motion carried 7-0-0).

Western Lakes Fire District’s Fire Board or Commission

The Fire Board is reviewing the draft 2022 operating budget, which includes anticipated costs for a new records management system and increased workers' compensation. The board is also discussing long-term staffing plans to address rising call volumes and the need for competitive wages.

• Discussion/Action on District Records Management Software
• Discussion/Action on 2022 Operating Budget
• Review of 7-year staffing plan projections
• Approval of $46,112.80 for Motorola radio trade-in project
• Approval of $6,960.00 for Fire Station #3 exterior masonry work

The Western Lakes Fire Board approved the 2022 operating budget to forward to the owners, and approved a $37,772.70 contract for ESO records management software with a $5,975 transition cost. The board also approved the consent agenda, including $390,284.25 in bills, and swore in four new full-time firefighter/paramedics. No public comments were made.

• Approved consent agenda including July minutes and $390,284.25 in bills
• Swore in new full-time firefighter/paramedics Keri Keller, Chandler Voigt, Ben Lui, Zach Snyder
• Approved ESO records management software quote of $37,772.70 plus $5,975 transition cost
• Approved 2022 operating budget and forwarded to owners

Pabst Farms Joint Stormwater District

The Pabst Farms Joint Stormwater District approved final stormwater plans for a Jiffy Lube at 1610 Water Place and approved a plastic pond liner substitution for Pabst Farms Apartments. Officers were elected, with Riley as President and Trebatoski as Secretary. The meeting was otherwise routine.

• Approved final stormwater plans for Jiffy Lube at 1610 Water Place
• Approved plastic pond liner at Pabst Farms Apartments
• Elected Riley as President and Trebatoski as Secretary
• Next meeting set for August 18, 2021

The Pabst Farms Joint Stormwater District approved the final stormwater plan for Journey21, allowing 100% private on-site infiltration with an emergency overflow path to the north swale. The board also recommended the 2022 utility district budget for a public hearing, with a possible increase to the maintenance budget pending review of water treatment costs. The public hearing and next meeting were set for September 22, 2021, at 5:00 pm at Oconomowoc City Hall.

• Approved final stormwater plan for Journey21 (4-0)
• Recommended 2022 Utility District Budget for public hearing (4-0)
• Set public hearing and September meeting for Sept 22, 2021 at 5:00 pm at City Hall

Personnel Committee

The Oconomowoc Personnel Committee will consider recommending two new full-time police officer positions and one full-time Watershed Program Manager position for the 2022 budget. The police chief requests two new patrol officers to increase minimum shift staffing from 2 to 3 officers, with potential COPS grant funding. The wastewater operations manager requests a new watershed program manager to administer the Oconomowoc Watershed Protection Program, replacing contracted services. The committee will make recommendations for the Common Council to consider.

• Consider/recommend approving two new full-time police officer positions in 2022 budget
• Consider/recommend approving one full-time Watershed Program Manager position in 2022 budget
• Police officer positions would increase minimum patrol staffing to 3 per shift
• Watershed Program Manager position estimated to cost $106,554.09 in 2022
• COPS grant could provide up to $125,000 over three years for one officer

The Personnel Committee recommended adding two new full-time police officer positions to the 2022 budget, with one abstention and a no vote from Kowieski who preferred three. It also recommended a new full-time Watershed Program Manager position unanimously. Both recommendations will go to the full council for final budget approval.

• Recommended 2 new full-time police officer positions for 2022 budget (2-0-1, Kowieski no)
• Recommended 1 new full-time Watershed Program Manager position for 2022 budget (3-0)

Public Services

The Public Services Committee will consider recommending Resolution 21-R2976, which awards a design engineering services contract for the 2021 Olympia Fields Phase Two Infrastructure Project. The contract, proposed for raSmith at a net cost of $408,100, covers design of roads, utilities, stormwater, and STH 67 improvements. The committee's recommendation would go to the Common Council for final approval.

• Resolution 21-R2976 awarding design engineering contract to raSmith for $371,000, plus $37,100 contingency (net $408,100)
• Design covers ~3,500 linear feet of public roads, sanitary sewer, storm sewer, and water main in Olympia Fields Phase Two
• Includes STH 67 improvements and traffic signal design per WisDOT requirements
• Project funded through TIF 7 Infrastructure account 407.505.5300.210 421506.01

The Public Services Committee voted 3-0 to recommend Resolution 21-R2976, awarding a design engineering services contract for the 2021 Olympia Fields Phase Two infrastructure project. The recommendation will go to the full council for final approval. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Recommended Resolution 21-R2976 awarding design engineering services contract for Olympia Fields Phase Two (3-0)

Common Council

The Common Council will hold a public hearing and consider first readings of three ordinances to amend the land use plan and rezone 12.05 acres at the SE corner of Old Schoolhouse Road and Hackney Way for the Journey21 project, a mixed-use neighborhood for adults with intellectual or developmental disabilities. The council will also consider consent agenda items, including an electric utility easement for Blue Ribbon Baseball, and act on a resolution for design engineering services for the Olympia Fields Phase Two infrastructure project.

• Public hearing and first reading of ordinances to rezone 12.05 acres to Residential Multi-Unit Low (RML) with Planned Development Overlay for Journey21
• Electric Utility Easement Agreement with DC RE Holdings, LLC (Blue Ribbon Baseball)
• Resolution 21-R2976 awarding design engineering services for 2021 Olympia Fields Phase Two Infrastructure Project
• Adjustment to Purchase Order 12283 for gas and diesel expense
• Authorization for WLFD Chief to work with Motorola to upgrade portable radios

The Common Council approved the first reading of ordinances to amend the Comprehensive Land Use Plan 2050 and rezone 12.05 acres at the SE corner of Old Schoolhouse Road & Hackney Way to Residential Multi-Unit Low (RML) with a Planned Development Overlay for the Journey21 project, a non-profit development for adults with intellectual or developmental disabilities. The council also approved the first reading of the Planned Development Overlay ordinance, which includes a sidewalk requirement and a tax amendment. All other agenda items, including the consent agenda and various contracts, were approved unanimously.

• Approved ordinance 21-O1017 amending Comprehensive Land Use Plan 2050 for Journey21 (5-0-2)
• Approved ordinance 21-O1015 rezoning to RML for Journey21 (5-0-2)
• Approved ordinance 21-O1016 creating Planned Development Overlay for Journey21 (5-0-2)
• Approved amendment to require sidewalk along Hackney Way & Old Schoolhouse Rd (7-0)
• Approved amendment to add City portion of taxes to not-for-profit status (6-0-1)
• Approved extraterritorial certified survey map to combine two lots at N52 W37160 Juneau Ave (7-0)
• Approved adjustment to Purchase Order 12283 for gas and diesel expenses (7-0)
• Approved authorizing WLFD Chief to work with Motorola to upgrade portable radios (7-0)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will hold a closed session to discuss public infrastructure at Pabst Farms, then hear a presentation from Matrix Consulting Group on best practices in emergency communications and dispatch. This presentation is part of a study comparing city dispatch services with Waukesha County dispatch, ahead of a September 7 meeting where findings will be presented. No formal action is expected.

• Closed session per Wis. Stats. 19.85(1)(e) on Pabst Farms Public Infrastructure
• Presentation by Matrix Consulting Group on best practices in emergency communications and dispatch
• Study comparing city dispatch services with Waukesha County dispatch services
• Findings and recommendations to be presented September 7, 2021

The Committee of the Whole met and voted unanimously to enter closed session to discuss Pabst Farms public infrastructure, citing Wisconsin's competitive or bargaining reasons statute. The council reconvened in open session after about 48 minutes. A scheduled presentation on emergency communications was postponed to a future meeting due to a budget hearing conflict.

• Approved closed session for Pabst Farms infrastructure negotiations (7-0)
• Reconvened to open session (7-0)
• Postponed emergency communications presentation to a future meeting

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee is discussing how to pay a $542,664 Public Fire Protection charge to the water utility, which was not budgeted for due to a delayed rate case. Staff recommends transferring surplus from internal service funds. The committee will also consider a $48,000 purchase order increase for fuel, authorizing a $24,262.29 Motorola radio upgrade, and the July 2021 voucher report.

• Discussion of $542,664 Public Fire Protection payment; staff recommends $300K from Risk Management and $242K from IT fund
• Recommend approval of $48,000 adjustment to Purchase Order 12283 for gas and diesel (from $102,000 to $150,000)
• Authorize Western Lakes Fire Chief to work with Motorola on radio upgrade costing $24,262.29 for 48 radios
• Consider/act on July 2021 voucher report

The Finance Committee discussed a $542,664 budget shortfall caused by the Public Fire Protection fee not taking effect as planned. The committee reached consensus to use Option 3 to cover the shortage, though no formal vote was recorded. They also approved a purchase order adjustment for gas and diesel expenses, authorized the WLFD Chief to work with Motorola on radio upgrades, and approved July 2021 vouchers totaling $3,877,044.92, all by 3-0 votes.

• Consensus to use Option 3 for $542,664 fire fee shortfall (no formal vote)
• Approved adjustment for Purchase Order 12283 for gas and diesel (3-0)
• Authorized WLFD Chief to work with Motorola on portable radio upgrade (3-0)
• Approved July 2021 vouchers totaling $3,877,044.92 (3-0)

Utility Committee

The Oconomowoc Utility Committee meeting has no items requiring action or review. The agenda consists solely of routine department reports for information, including utility volume statistics and operational updates for electric, water, and wastewater services.

• Water rate increase application: PSC public hearing held August 12; implementation pending final approval
• Green Power Tariff change approved by PSC; new rates to be implemented with WPPI
• July water sales of 68 million gallons, highest monthly total since summer 2012
• Electric projects completed: three-phase service at Dairy Queen and Marriott Hotel, Summit Substation inspection
• Wastewater treatment plant exceeded chloride permit limits in June and July; following variance

Western Lakes Fire District’s Fire Board or Commission

The Oconomowoc Common Council and Western Lakes Fire District met to discuss a 2022 budget amendment regarding Motorola radios. The agenda also included discussions on municipal owners and contracts.

• 2022 Budget Amendment for Motorola Radios
• Closed session regarding contract service agreements with other municipalities

The joint Common Council and Western Lakes Fire District board approved a $46,147.80 budget amendment to upgrade Motorola radios, including replacing eligible radios, chargers, and half the microphones for UL-approved models. They also accepted intermunicipal agreements for the Town of Oconomowoc, Town of Merton, and Village of Merton to join the district. All votes were 5-0.

• Approved $46,147.80 budget amendment for Motorola radio upgrades (5-0)
• Accepted intermunicipal agreements for Town of Oconomowoc, Town of Merton, and Village of Merton to join WLFD (5-0)
• Convened closed session to discuss contract service agreements (5-0)
• Reconvened to open session after closed session (5-0)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is meeting to consider and act on the 2022-2026 Capital Budget. Attendees are asked to bring their budget workbook. Although a majority of the Common Council will be present, no formal action will be taken at this meeting.

• Discussion of 2022-2026 Capital Budget

The Committee of the Whole reviewed the 2022-2026 Capital Budget and approved several amendments, including shifting park project funding and removing road extension costs. All decisions were recommendations to be brought forward to future budget meetings.

• Amended 2023 Champion Field Concession/Restrooms to be funded by fundraising/donations/grants (7-0)
• Struck $75K for Champion Fields back stops/fencing, moved $85K mower replacement to 2022 (7-0)
• Struck $40K Hickory Wood Park shelter from 2022 (6-0)
• Moved $45K Westover Park playground equipment to 2023 (4-2)
• Added $5K line item to explore splash pad at Roosevelt in 2024 (6-0)
• Reduced Rockwell Park improvements from $500K to $300K (4-2)
• Removed Lake Bluff Dr extension from 2022 ($200K) and 2023 ($1.8M) (5-1)
• Failed to add $50K Oconomowoc Parkway line item (no second)

Police Commission

The Police Commission certified an eligibility list of three patrol officer candidates and confirmed the chief's appointment of Mitchell Karleski to Police Sergeant. The commission also approved prior minutes, made no changes to the adopted bylaws, and elected new officers. All votes were 5-0.

• Approved July 15, 2021 minutes (5-0)
• Certified eligibility list for patrol officer positions: Kyle Palm, Dominique Ramirez, Brandon Rogers (5-0)
• Certified three names to Chief to fill two entry-level officer positions (5-0)
• Confirmed Chief Pfister's appointment of Mitchell Karleski to Police Sergeant (5-0)
• Elected Miller as Chairperson (5-0)
• Elected Barry as Vice-Chairperson (5-0)
• Elected Krauski as Secretary (5-0)

Architectural Commission & Historic Preservation Commission

The Architectural Commission approved an after-the-fact paint color change and a master sign plan for Wine Maniacs at 114 N. Main Street. The paint approval required additional gold trim on the upper panels, and the sign plan specified placement of signage in the panels above the windows. Both motions passed 4-0.

• Approved after-the-fact paint and trim color for 114 N. Main St., including gold trim on upper panels (4-0)
• Approved master sign plan for Wine Maniacs, with signage in panels above windows and two projecting signs (4-0)
• Approved July 7, 2021 minutes (3-0-1, Flint abstained)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is meeting to receive a capital budget overview and to hold a closed session to discuss Western Lakes Fire District contract service agreements with other municipalities. No formal action will be taken at this meeting; it is for information gathering only.

• Capital Budget Overview presentation
• Closed session per Wis. Stat. 19.85(1)(e) to discuss Western Lakes Fire District contract service agreements with other municipalities

The Committee of the Whole reviewed the 2022-2026 capital budget workbook and discussed next steps, with a follow-up working meeting scheduled for August 11. The committee unanimously voted to enter closed session to discuss Western Lakes Fire District contract service agreements, then adjourned without taking any other substantive actions.

• Reviewed 2022-2026 capital budget workbook and funding plan
• Approved closed session for Western Lakes Fire District contract negotiations (7-0)
• Adjourned meeting (7-0)

Common Council

The Common Council will hold a public hearing and vote on the Regent Road special assessment for the Olympia Fields development, award contracts for wastewater digester design and Well No. 8 drilling, and consider selling city-owned property at 1375 Royale Mile Road. The agenda also includes a consent item for a joint powers agreement with Waukesha County for the 911 emergency system.

• Public hearing and action on Regent Road special assessment (Olympia Fields)
• Resolution 21-R2975: Award $126,856 to SEH for digester cover design
• Resolution 21-R2974: Award contract for Well No. 8 drilling
• Resolution 21-R2972: Authorize sale of city real estate at 1375 Royale Mile Road
• Consent agenda: Joint Powers Agreement for County 911 system with Waukesha County

The Common Council voted to modify the Engineer's Report for the Regent Road Special Assessment, removing the cost of the stub portion of the road and splitting the remaining 1/8 mile cost 50/50 between the city and property owners, with a 10-year payout at the city's borrowing rate plus 1%. A motion to disapprove the report failed 2-5. The council also approved several other items, including engineering design services, a well drilling contract, and the sale of city-owned real estate.

• Modified Regent Road Special Assessment: removed stub cost, 50/50 city/owner split for 1/8 mile, 10-year payout at city rate +1% (5-0-2)
• Motion to disapprove Engineer's Report for Regent Road Special Assessment failed (2-0-5)
• Approved Resolution 21-R2975 for Secondary Digester Cover Rehabilitation/Administrative Building upgrades (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 21-R2974 awarding contract for Well No. 8 drilling (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 21-R2972 authorizing sale of city real estate at 1375 Royale Mile Rd to Wangard Partners, Inc. (7-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda including Joint Powers Agreement for County 911 Emergency System (7-0)
• Approved minutes of July 20, 2021 (7-0)

Community Development Authority

The Community Development Authority will consider recommending the sale of city-owned remnant parcels at 1375 Royale Mile Road for multi-family and commercial development, and will act on transferring Rockwell Park lands via quit claim deeds to add restrictive covenants. The agenda also includes routine items like approving minutes and reviewing the CDA mission.

• Resolution CDA 21-R2971 recommending disposition of property at 1375 Royale Mile Road (Eastern 2 acres, Western 5.7 acres)
• Accepting Quit Claim Deed for CSM #12156 related to Rockwell Park lands from City to CDA
• Transferring Quit Claim Deed for CSM #12156 with covenants from CDA to City
• Approval of March 18, 2021 meeting minutes

The Common Council held a public hearing on the Regent Road special assessment, then voted to modify the Engineer's Report. The modification removes the cost of the stub portion of Regent Road and splits the remaining 1/8 mile cost 50/50 between the City and property owners, with a 10-year payout at the City's borrowing rate plus 1%. A motion to disapprove the Engineer's Report failed. The Council also approved several other items, including engineering design services, a well drilling contract, and the sale of city-owned real estate.

• Modified Regent Road special assessment: removed stub cost, 50/50 cost split on 1/8 mile, 10-year payout at City rate +1% (5-0-2)
• Motion to disapprove Engineer's Report for Regent Road special assessment failed (2-0-5)
• Approved Resolution 21-R2975 awarding engineering design services for digester cover rehab and admin building upgrades (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 21-R2974 awarding contract for Well No. 8 drilling (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 21-R2972 authorizing sale of city-owned real estate at 1375 Royale Mile Rd to Wangard Partners, Inc. (7-0)
• Approved minutes of July 20, 2021 (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda including Joint Powers Agreement for County 911 Emergency System (7-0)

Utility Committee

The Utility Committee is considering two resolutions: one to award engineering design services for the Secondary Digester Cover Rehabilitation/Administrative Building Upgrades to SEH for $126,856, and another to award the Well No. 8 drilling contract to Municipal Well & Pump for $508,890 plus a 10% contingency, totaling $559,779. Both items are recommendations to the Common Council.

• Resolution 21-R2975: Award engineering design services to SEH for $126,856 (not to exceed) for digester cover rehab/admin building upgrades
• Resolution 21-R2974: Award Well No. 8 drilling contract to Municipal Well & Pump for $508,890, plus $50,889 contingency, total $559,779
• Well No. 8 project includes test well, production well, access road, and four monitoring wells
• Well No. 8 total project budget adjusted to $3,505,639, with additional $840,639 in 2022 capital plan
• Six firms bid on the design services; SEH ranked first in evaluation

The Utility Committee recommended two resolutions: one awarding engineering design services for secondary digester cover rehabilitation and administrative building upgrades, and another awarding a contract for Well No. 8 drilling. Both motions passed unanimously (3-0).

• Recommended Resolution 21-R2975 for engineering design services (3-0)
• Recommended Resolution 21-R2974 for Well No. 8 drilling contract (3-0)

Western Lakes Fire District’s Fire Board or Commission

The Western Lakes Fire District Fire Board will meet to discuss and potentially act on several items, including exterior maintenance at Station #3, the 2022 operating budget, and 2022 municipal agreements. The board will also receive presentations on dive and drone units. A closed session is scheduled to discuss contract service agreements with other municipalities.

• Discussion/Action on Station #3 exterior maintenance
• Discussion on 2022 operating budget
• Staff presentation on dive units
• Staff presentation on drone unit
• Discussion/Action on 2022 municipal agreements

The Western Lakes Fire Board approved $6,960 for exterior masonry work at Fire Station #3, which was $2,105 over the previously approved amount but still under budget. The board also supported changes to the Intermunicipal Agreement with the Town of Oconomowoc, Town of Merton, and Village of Merton. The 2022 operating budget was discussed but not approved, and a special budget workshop was scheduled for August 10.

• Approved consent agenda including June 28 minutes and $170,914.17 in bills
• Approved $6,960 exterior masonry work at Fire Station #3
• Supported changes to Intermunicipal Agreement with Town of Oconomowoc, Town of Merton, and Village of Merton
• Convened closed session to discuss contract service agreements with municipalities

Public Services

The Public Services Committee will consider a preliminary resolution to levy special assessments on properties benefiting from Regent Road reconstruction, storm sewer, and curb/gutter improvements. The estimated cost per residential unit is $3,942.22, with the city recovering $473,066 through assessments. Approval would initiate notices to property owners and a public hearing on August 3, 2021.

• Preliminary Resolution 21-R2970 to levy special assessments for Regent Road improvements
• Estimated assessment of $3,942.22 per residential unit
• City to recover $473,066 in improvement costs
• Public hearing scheduled for August 3, 2021
• Affected properties include 985, 1061, 1071, and 1081 Regent Road

The Public Services Committee voted 3-0 to recommend Preliminary Resolution 21-R2970, declaring intent to levy special assessments under Wisconsin Statute 66.0703 for Regent Road. The motion was made by Alderman Zapfel and seconded by Alderman Kowieski. The meeting was adjourned shortly after.

• Recommended Preliminary Resolution 21-R2970 declaring intent to levy special assessments for Regent Road (3-0-0)
• Adjourned the meeting (3-0-0)

Common Council

The Common Council will hold public hearings on rezoning requests for the Arrowood Subdivision (299 units), Olympia Fields (152 apartments), and a Jiffy Lube conditional use permit. The council will also consider ordinances, plats, and contracts related to these and other projects.

• Public hearing: Rezone 269.9 acres for Arrowood Subdivision (299 units) at NW corner of Oconomowoc Pkwy & Valley Rd
• Public hearing: Rezone 15.37 acres for Olympia Fields (152 apartments) at 1350 Royal Mile Rd
• Public hearing: Conditional use permit for Jiffy Lube at 1610 Water Place
• Ordinance 21-O1010: Amending pit bull dog regulations (1st reading)
• Resolution 21-R2969: Awarding electric cable replacement contract

The Common Council adopted Ordinance 21-O1010 amending the municipal code relating to pit bull dogs, waiving the second reading, after a motion to table failed. The council also approved rezoning and planned development overlays for the Arrowood Subdivision (269.9 acres, 299 units) and Olympia Fields (15.37 acres, 152 apartment units), along with a conditional use permit for Jiffy Lube. All other agenda items, including easements, plats, and a budget amendment, were approved unanimously.

• Adopted Ordinance 21-O1010 amending pit bull dog regulations, waiving second reading (3-0-2).
• Approved rezoning and Planned Development Overlay for Arrowood Subdivision (5-0).
• Approved rezoning and Planned Development Overlay for Olympia Fields (5-0).
• Approved Conditional Use Permit for Jiffy Lube at 1610 Water Place (5-0).
• Approved Final Plat for Morgan Station Subdivision at 9740 Valley Road (5-0).
• Approved Condominium Plat for Park at Prairie Creek Ridge Phase 1 (5-0).
• Approved final design for John and Lavinia Rockwell Park (3-0-2).
• Approved budget amendment for 2021 grants/donations (5-0).

Protection and Welfare Committee

The Protection & Welfare Committee is considering an ordinance amendment that would prohibit food truck courts (three or more food trucks on one parcel) and tighten rules on temporary permits, utilities, signage, restrooms, and parking. The amendment responds to concerns from downtown businesses about competition and lack of regulation. The committee will make a recommendation, with public hearings at the Plan Commission and Common Council scheduled for August.

• Proposal to prohibit food truck courts in all locations within the City
• Change temporary and permanent use permits from 4 months to 31 days
• Require dedicated electric service for permanent food truck operations over 31 days
• Require Architectural Commission review of all signage
• Add parking requirement of 2 stalls per food truck for permanent operations

The Protection & Welfare Committee discussed proposed revisions to the zoning code for food trucks and mobile food shops but did not make a recommendation, as members felt the current code was sufficient. The meeting adjourned without any other substantive decisions.

• Did not recommend an ordinance to amend Section 17.111(10) regarding food trucks and mobile food shops.
• Adjourned the meeting at 6:22 PM.

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee is reviewing a budget amendment to account for unbudgeted grants and donations received between January 1 and June 30, 2021. The committee will also consider the June 2021 voucher report.

• Budget amendment for various grants and donations including $103,140 for 517 Park
• $29,950 donation for Chapman Park
• $17,571 for Champion Fields Scoreboards
• $25,000 in grants for Elections and Tourism
• June 2021 Voucher Report review

The Finance Committee recommended a budget amendment for 2021 grants and donations received from January 1 to June 30, 2021, and approved the June 2021 voucher report totaling $5,791,272.34. Both motions passed unanimously 2-0. The committee also requested more detailed information on spending categories like Netflix, P Cards, and Amazon for the 2022 budget discussion.

• Recommended budget amendment for 2021 grants/donations (1/1/21-6/30/21) — carried 2-0
• Approved June 2021 vouchers totaling $5,791,272.34 — carried 2-0
• Requested more detail on spending for Netflix, P Cards, Amazon, etc. for 2022 budget discussion

Utility Committee

The Utility Committee will consider recommending Resolution 21-R2969 to award an electric cable replacement and supplemental labor contract to Intren, LLC for up to $702,148.64. The committee will also review monthly reports on utility billing, electric, and water operations. The agenda includes approval of the June 15, 2021 minutes.

• Resolution 21-R2969: Award electric cable replacement contract to Intren, LLC, not to exceed $702,148.64
• Review of July 2021 Utility Billing Report, including proposed water rate increase of 27.9%
• Review of July 2021 Electric Report and June 2021 Water Report
• Approve minutes of June 15, 2021 meeting

The Utility Committee voted 3-0 to recommend Resolution 21-R2969, awarding the Electric Cable Replacement and Supplemental Labor Contract. The committee also requested a breakdown of material costs when presenting future contracts. Minutes from June 15, 2021, were approved, and the meeting adjourned after receiving reports on utility billing, electric, and water operations.

• Approved minutes of June 15, 2021 (3-0)
• Recommended Resolution 21-R2969 awarding Electric Cable Replacement and Supplemental Labor Contract (3-0)
• Requested cost breakdown of materials for future contract presentations

Police Commission

The Oconomowoc Police Commission will meet to approve minutes from May 25 and June 7, 2021, and to discuss and act on proposed bylaws for the commission. The bylaws, drafted with the city attorney, define membership, powers, and procedures, including a non-voting council member role. The meeting is open to the public.

• Discuss/act on Police Commission Bylaws
• Approve minutes from May 25 and June 7, 2021
• Bylaws include provisions for a 5-member board plus a non-voting ex-officio council member
• Bylaws outline powers to appoint chief, approve hires, and hear appeals

The Police Commission voted 5-0 to adopt the redline version of its Bylaws, incorporating changes discussed during the meeting, including removing the word 'hiring' from restrictions on the ex-officio non-voting member and adding a process for hiring the Chief of Police as an exhibit. The board also approved the minutes from May 25 and June 7, 2021, and adjourned at 6:06 p.m.

• Approved the minutes from May 25 and June 7, 2021, as written (5-0).
• Adopted the redline version of the Police Commission Bylaws with noted changes (5-0).
• Removed the word 'hiring' from Section 1.2, 3rd paragraph, regarding ex-officio member restrictions.
• Changed numbering on pages 5 and 6 of the Bylaws.
• Changed 'Commission' to 'Board' in Section 5.2.3 on page 7.
• Added language in Section 5.1 for the Board to review and approve the hiring process for Chief, attaching the current process as Exhibit 'A'.
• Adjourned the meeting at 6:06 p.m. (5-0).

Joint Review Board

The Oconomowoc Joint Review Board will meet to review and act on the annual reports for TIF Districts 4, 5, and 6, receive status updates on TIF District 7, and discuss potential future districts. The meeting also includes approval of the January 20, 2021 minutes. The annual reports show the financial status of each district, including net costs recoverable through tax increments.

• Review/act on annual reports for TIF Districts 4, 5, and 6
• Status updates on TIF District #7
• Discussion of future potential districts
• Approval of January 20, 2021 meeting minutes
• TIF District 4 has a deficit of $1,119,064; District 5 has a surplus of $121,384; District 6 has a deficit of $1,024,474

The Joint Review Board approved the annual reports for TIF Districts 4, 5, and 6, and received updates on TIF #7 and potential future districts. TIF District 4 is expected to close in 2024, earlier than scheduled. TIF #7 is moving forward with plans for a multi-family apartment complex, and the City will act on the sale of remnant parcels on August 3, 2021.

• Approved the January 20, 2021 meeting minutes unanimously.
• Approved the annual reports for TIF Districts 4, 5, and 6 unanimously.
• Adjourned the meeting unanimously.

Architectural Commission & Historic Preservation Commission

The Architectural Commission will consider approving building plans and a master sign plan for a Jiffy Lube at 1610 Water Place, building plans for Journey 21's Enrichment Center and Lodge east of Old Schoolhouse Road, and building plans for Olympia Fields Apartments on Kari Court. The commission will also approve minutes from the June 2, 2021 meeting.

• Jiffy Lube building plans at 1610 Water Place, 3,299 sq ft with garbage enclosure
• Jiffy Lube master sign plan at 1610 Water Place, exceeding code allowance
• Journey 21 Enrichment Center and Lodge east of Old Schoolhouse Road and south of Hackney Way
• Olympia Fields Apartments on Kari Court: six buildings (4-25 unit, 2-26 unit), garages, clubhouse, pool
• Approve minutes of June 2, 2021

The Architectural Commission approved building plans and a master sign plan for a Jiffy Lube at 1610 Water Place, with conditions on bollard color, dumpster size, and mechanical screening. It also approved building plans for the Journey21 Enrichment Center and Lodge, and for the Olympia Fields Apartments on Kari Court, with specific design modifications. All votes were 3-0.

• Approved Jiffy Lube building plans at 1610 Water Place with conditions (3-0)
• Approved Jiffy Lube master sign plan with staff recommendations (3-0)
• Approved Journey21 Enrichment Center and Lodge building plans (3-0)
• Approved Olympia Fields Apartments building plans with modifications (3-0)
• Granted staff administrative review for future garage/apartment additions at Olympia Fields (3-0)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will discuss the Historic Preservation Plan for the City of Oconomowoc and then enter a closed session to deliberate on purchasing public properties, including Olympia Fields and Pabst Farms infrastructure. No formal action will be taken at this meeting.

• Discussion of Historic Preservation Plan
• Closed session on Olympia Fields, 1375 Royale Mile Road appraisal and remnant parcels
• Closed session on Olympia Fields right-of-way
• Closed session on Pabst Farms public infrastructure

The Committee of the Whole met and heard a presentation on a Historic Preservation Plan for the city. The committee then voted 5-0 to enter closed session to discuss the appraisal and remnant parcels of Olympia Fields, right-of-way, and Pabst Farms public infrastructure. No decisions were made in open session, and the meeting adjourned shortly after.

• Approved motion to convene into closed session per Wis. Stats. 19.85(1)(e) regarding Olympia Fields, 1375 Royale Mile Road Appraisal and Remnant Parcels; Olympia Fields Right-of-Way and Pabst Farms Public Infrastructure (5-0)
• Approved motion to adjourn the Committee-of-the-Whole meeting (6-0)

Public Services

The Public Services Committee will consider four resolutions: awarding contracts for the Oconomowoc Skate Park concrete flatwork and shade structure, awarding construction management services for the Olympia Fields Phase One Infrastructure Project, and approving installation of pedestrian crossing signs on CTH Z. All items are recommendations to the Common Council, with funding contingent on donations for the skate park items.

• Resolution 21-R2965: Award skate park concrete flatwork to RB3, Inc. for $81,620 (after $15,000 change order deduction, plus 10% contingency), funded by donations
• Resolution 21-R2966: Award skate park shade structure to Commercial Recreation Specialists/Shade Systems for $18,550, funded by donations
• Resolution 21-R2967: Award construction management for Olympia Fields Phase One to Ruekert and Mielke for $241,945 (including 10% contingency)
• Resolution 21-R2968: Install Rectangular Rapid Flashing Beacons on CTH Z at Goldfinch/Wrenfield, with budget amendment

The Public Services Committee recommended four resolutions, all passing 2-0. These include awarding contracts for the skate park concrete flatwork and shade structure, construction management for the Olympia Fields Phase One infrastructure project, and installation of rapid flashing pedestrian crossing signs on CTH Z. The committee also approved budget amendments for these items. All recommendations will go to the full council for final approval.

• Recommended Resolution 21-R2965 awarding skate park concrete flatwork contract and budget amendment (2-0)
• Recommended Resolution 21-R2966 awarding skate park shade structure contract and budget amendment (2-0)
• Recommended Resolution 21-R2967 awarding construction management services for 2021 Olympia Fields Phase One infrastructure project (2-0)
• Recommended Resolution 21-R2968 awarding installation of rectangular rapid flashing pedestrian crossing signs on CTH Z at Goldfinch/Wrenfield and budget amendment (2-0)

Common Council

The Common Council will consider several resolutions, including awarding contracts for the Oconomowoc Skate Park concrete flatwork and shade structure, and for construction management of the 2021 Olympia Fields Phase One infrastructure project. They will also vote on an easement allowing an ADA ramp in the city parking lot near Mullen's Dairy Bar, and hear a presentation from the Lake Area Free Clinic.

• Resolution 21-R2965: Award skate park concrete flatwork to RB3, Inc. for $81,620 (including change order and contingency)
• Resolution 21-R2966: Award skate park shade structure contract
• Resolution 21-R2967: Award construction management services for 2021 Olympia Fields Phase One infrastructure project
• Resolution 21-R2968: Award installation of rectangular rapid flashing pedestrian crossing signs on CTH Z at Goldfinch/Wrenfield
• Easement for ADA ramp in city parking lot (Mullen's Dairy Bar, 120 E. Wisconsin Ave.)

The Common Council approved four resolutions: awarding the skate park concrete flatwork contract, the skate park shade structure contract, construction management services for the 2021 Olympia Fields Phase One infrastructure project, and installation of pedestrian crossing signs on CTH Z at Goldfinch/Wrenfield, each with associated budget amendments. All motions passed 6-0. The council also approved the June 15, 2021 meeting minutes and the consent agenda, and the mayor reappointed Alderman Schellpeper to the Police Commission.

• Approved Resolution 21-R2965 awarding skate park concrete flatwork contract and budget amendment (6-0).
• Approved Resolution 21-R2966 awarding skate park shade structure contract and budget amendment (6-0).
• Approved Resolution 21-R2967 awarding construction management services for 2021 Olympia Fields Phase One infrastructure project (6-0).
• Approved Resolution 21-R2968 awarding installation of rectangular rapid flashing pedestrian crossing signs on CTH Z at Goldfinch/Wrenfield and budget amendment (6-0).
• Approved minutes of June 15, 2021 (6-0).
• Approved consent agenda including easement for ADA ramp in city parking lot (Mullen's Dairy Bar) (6-0).
• Mayor reappointed Schellpeper to the Police Commission.

Protection and Welfare Committee

The Protection and Welfare Committee will consider recommending the repeal of a city ordinance section that presumes pit bull dogs are vicious, and will discuss amending the police commission ordinance regarding alderman appointments. The meeting is primarily for discussion and recommendation, with no formal action expected from the Common Council.

• Consider repealing Ordinance Section 12.03(b)2 regarding pit bull dogs presumed vicious
• Discuss amending Ordinance 1.37 to change alderman appointment to Board of Police Commissioners

The Protection & Welfare Committee voted 3-0 to recommend amending Section 12.03(b)2 of the City of Oconomowoc Municipal Code to remove language that pit bull dogs are presumed vicious. The committee also discussed the Police Commission's ex-officio member role and recommended that the Police Commission Bylaws prohibit that member from participating in firing or disciplinary decisions, but did not recommend amending the ordinance itself.

• Recommended amending Section 12.03(b)2 to remove pit bull 'presumed vicious' language (3-0)
• Discussed Police Commission ex-officio role; recommended bylaw change to bar firing/disciplinary participation
• Did not recommend amending Ordinance 1.37 regarding Police Commission appointment

Western Lakes Fire District’s Fire Board or Commission

The Western Lakes Fire District Fire Board will review a staff presentation on Standards of Cover and take action on capital projects for Fire Stations #2 and #3. The board will also discuss the bidding process for a new ladder truck and the timeline for the 2022 operating budget. Routine items include approving the May 24 minutes and paying bills.

• Discussion/Action on Station #3 Painting Capital Project
• Discussion/Action on Station #2 Facility Capital Projects
• Discussion/Action on Ladder Truck Bid Process
• Discussion of 2022 Operating Budget Process
• Consent Agenda includes payment of bills and ambulance/highway refunds

The Western Lakes Fire Board approved a $17,645 bid from Monster Painting for exterior maintenance and painting at Fire Station #3, with a contingency, for a total project cost not to exceed $22,500. It also approved a bid from Oliver Construction to replace entry service doors at Fire Station #2, not to exceed $16,975, plus a $1,350 contingency for price changes. The board voted to proceed with the RFP for replacement of the District's platform ladder, with bids to be brought back for final approval. The board also approved the consent agenda, including payment of bills in the amount of $385,166.25.

• Approved consent agenda including May 24, 2021 minutes and payment of bills for $385,166.25.
• Approved Monster Painting bid for Station #3 exterior maintenance and painting at $17,645 with $4,855 contingency, total not to exceed $22,500.
• Approved Oliver Construction bid for Station #2 service door replacement at $16,975 with $1,350 contingency.
• Approved proceeding with RFP for platform ladder truck replacement, with bids to be brought to the board for final approval.

Western Lakes Fire District’s Fire Board or Commission

The Western Lakes Fire District's Fire Commission is meeting to handle routine business, including approving minutes from November 2020 and receiving district updates. The commission will also enter a closed session to discuss employment, promotion, compensation, or performance of district employees, and may take action on a full-time firefighter/paramedic eligibility list.

• Closed session under Wis. Stat. 19.85(1)(c) for employee matters
• Approval of minutes from November 18, 2020 meeting
• Discussion/action on full-time firefighter/paramedic eligibility list
• Public comment period
• Meeting at Pabst Station, 1400 Oconomowoc Parkway

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is holding a discussion-only meeting on the current condition of city streets, long-term maintenance and replacement plans, and possible funding options. No formal action will be taken; the Common Council will be present to gather information.

• Discussion on current condition of streets
• Long-term maintenance and replacement plan for streets
• Possible funding options for street work

The Committee of the Whole meeting was not formally called to order due to a lack of quorum, so no official decisions were made. Staff presented information on the current condition of city streets, long-term maintenance plans, and possible funding options to complete 3 miles of streets per year for 10 years. The committee discussed the options and directed staff to bring back more information to the Council.

• Directed staff to bring back more information on street maintenance and funding options to the Council

Pabst Farms Joint Stormwater District

The Pabst Farms Joint Stormwater District is meeting to discuss and take action on final plans for a Jiffy Lube at 1610 Water Place and a request to use a plastic pond liner at Pabst Farms Apartments. The commission will also elect officers and approve the minutes from the April 15 meeting. The agenda includes standard items like audience comments, staff reports, and setting the next meeting date.

• Final plans for Jiffy Lube at 1610 Water Place
• Request to use plastic pond liner at Pabst Farms Apartments
• Election of officers
• Approve minutes of April 15, 2021 regular meeting
• Set next meeting date for August 18, 2021 at Village Hall

The Pabst Farms Joint Stormwater District approved final stormwater plans for Jiffy Lube at 1610 Water Place, and approved a request to use a plastic pond liner at Pabst Farms Apartments. The board also elected Commissioner Riley as President and Commissioner Trebatoski as Secretary. The next meeting is set for August 18, 2021.

• Approved final stormwater plans for Jiffy Lube at 1610 Water Place (motion by Riley, second by Niemann, carried 4-0).
• Approved request to use plastic pond liner at Pabst Farms Apartments (motion by Niemann, second by Nash, carried 4-0).
• Elected Riley as President (motion by Frye, second by Niemann, carried 4-0).
• Elected Trebatoski as Secretary (motion by Riley, second by Niemann, carried 4-0).
• Approved minutes of April 15, 2021 meeting (motion by Riley, second by Niemann, carried unanimously).
• Set next meeting for August 18, 2021 at 5:00 pm at Summit Village Hall.

Public Services

The Public Services Committee will consider recommending Resolution 21-R2963, which awards the Olympia Fields Phase One construction contract to Wolf Paving Co, Inc for $2,833,158.69 (base bid plus a $30,000 communications duct alternate). The project includes reconstructing the STH 67/Regent Road intersection, new public streets, stormwater, sanitary sewer, water, and electric/street lights, and is part of Tax Incremental District No. 7. The committee's recommendation would go to the Common Council for final approval.

• Resolution 21-R2963 awarding Olympia Fields Phase One construction contract to Wolf Paving Co, Inc for $2,833,158.69
• Base bid of $2,803,158.69 plus $30,000 alternate for communication duct
• 10% contingency of $283,315.87, net project cost $3,116,474.56
• Reconstruct STH 67/Regent Road intersection and construct new public streets
• Six bids received; Wolf Paving was lowest

The Public Services Committee voted 2-0 to recommend Resolution 21-R2963, which awards the Olympia Fields Phase One construction contract. The motion was made by Alderman Kowieski and seconded by Alderman Ellis. The meeting was adjourned shortly after.

• Recommended Resolution 21-R2963 awarding the Olympia Fields Phase One construction contract (2-0 vote).
• Adjourned the meeting at 7:15 PM.

Common Council

The Oconomowoc Common Council will vote on several resolutions, including awarding the Olympia Fields Phase One construction contract, renewing alcohol beverage licenses, and approving the city's updated strategic plan. The agenda also includes a financial audit report and release of a letter of credit for Bubbles Foam Farm.

• Resolution 21-R2963: Awarding Olympia Fields Phase One Construction Contract
• Resolution 21-R2961: Wisconsin DNR Compliance Maintenance Annual Report for 2020 Wastewater Operations
• Resolution 21-R2960: Renewal of 2021-2022 Alcohol Beverage Licenses
• Resolution 21-R2962: Rescinding Reservation of 'Class B' License for BTheBall, LLC
• Release of Letter of Credit for Bubbles Foam Farm ($4,985)

The Common Council approved the 2021-2022 alcohol beverage license renewals, rescinded a reservation for a Class B license, awarded the Olympia Fields Phase One construction contract, and approved the Wisconsin DNR Compliance Maintenance Annual Report for 2020 wastewater operations. The council also approved the updated Strategic Plan with a 4-0-3 vote, with three aldermen voting no, and approved restrictive covenants and two quit claim deeds with the Community Development Authority. All other motions, including the consent agenda and meeting minutes, passed unanimously.

• Approved minutes of May 18 and June 1, 2021 (7-0-0).
• Approved consent agenda including licenses, release of letter of credit for Bubbles Foam Farm, and Treasurer's Report for May 2021 (7-0-0).
• Adopted Resolution 21-R2960 granting renewal of 2021-2022 alcohol beverage licenses (7-0-0).
• Adopted Resolution 21-R2962 rescinding reservation of Class B license for BTheBall, LLC (7-0-0).
• Adopted Resolution 21-R2963 awarding Olympia Fields Phase One construction contract (7-0-0).
• Adopted Resolution 21-R2961 for Wisconsin DNR Compliance Maintenance Annual Report for 2020 wastewater operations (7-0-0).
• Approved updated Strategic Plan (4-0-3, with Rosek, Ellis, and Schellpeper voting no).
• Approved restrictive covenants and two quit claim deeds between Community Development Authority and City (7-0-0).

Protection and Welfare Committee

The Protection and Welfare Committee will consider and recommend two resolutions: one granting renewal of 2021-2022 alcohol beverage licenses for various businesses, and another rescinding the reservation of a 'Class B' license for the BTheBall, LLC premises at Corporate Center & Valley Road, which has been vacant for four years. The committee will also discuss the renewal process and the background of the BTheBall license revocation.

• Resolution 21-R2960: Renewal of 2021-2022 alcohol beverage licenses for multiple businesses, including Kwik Trip, Aldi, Speedway, and various restaurants and bars.
• Resolution 21-R2962: Rescinding the reservation of the 'Class B' license for BTheBall, LLC at Corporate Center & Valley Road, effective immediately.
• List of licensees includes Class A, Class B, Class C, and Reserve Class B licenses, with specific premises and agents named.
• The BTheBall license was originally not renewed in 2017 due to violations of inspection and commencing business requirements.

The Protection & Welfare Committee voted unanimously to recommend Resolution 21-R2960, renewing 2021-2022 alcohol beverage licenses, and Resolution 21-R2962, rescinding the reservation of a Class B license for BTheBall, LLC. Both recommendations were forwarded to the full council for final action.

• Recommended Resolution 21-R2960 renewing 2021-2022 alcohol beverage licenses (2-0)
• Recommended Resolution 21-R2962 rescinding reservation of Class B license for BTheBall, LLC (2-0)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will consider and act on the May 2021 voucher report, which lists payments to vendors for goods and services. The agenda includes only this item and adjournment, so the meeting is primarily a routine approval of expenditures.

• Musson Bros Inc: $149,784.26 for Collins Street Parking Lot Reconstruction
• R A Smith & Associates: $75,578.70 for Olympia Fields Phase 1 and $83,009.96 for various projects
• Johns Disposal Service Inc: $64,153.15 and $17,769.61 for waste disposal and landfill charges
• Eric Schieble: $51,080.83 for Dell desktop and VMware server upgrade
• Joseph Raymond Boysa: $15,000.00 for Downtown Emerald City Oz Mural

The Finance Committee met and approved the May 2021 voucher report in the amount of $3,051,014.27. The motion was made by Alderman Rosek, seconded by Alderman Mulder, and carried unanimously 3-0. The meeting was brief, lasting from 7:17 PM to 7:21 PM, and no other substantive business was conducted.

• Approved May 2021 vouchers totaling $3,051,014.27 (motion carried 3-0-0)
• Adjourned the meeting at 7:21 PM (motion carried 3-0-0)

Utility Committee

The Utility Committee will consider recommending Resolution 21-R2961, which approves the 2020 Compliance Maintenance Annual Report (CMAR) for wastewater operations, as required by the Wisconsin DNR. The report received an overall grade of A (4.0) across all nine categories. The committee will also review monthly reports for billing, electric, water, and wastewater.

• Resolution 21-R2961: Approve 2020 DNR Compliance Maintenance Annual Report (CMAR) for wastewater operations
• Review of May 2021 Utility Billing, Electric, Water, and Wastewater reports
• Approval of minutes from April 27 and May 18, 2021 meetings

The Utility Committee approved the minutes from April 27 and May 18, 2021, and recommended Resolution 21-R2961 for the Wisconsin DNR Compliance Maintenance Annual Report (CMAR) for 2020 Wastewater Operations. All votes were unanimous (3-0). The meeting also included review of monthly billing, electric, water, and wastewater reports, but no other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved minutes of April 27 and May 18, 2021 (3-0)
• Recommended Resolution 21-R2961 for WI DNR CMAR 2020 Wastewater Operations (3-0)

Parks & Recreation Board

The Oconomowoc Parks and Recreation Board will discuss revisions to the Rockwell Park design concepts and receive department reports, including updates on the skate park, shelter, lighting/scoreboards, and the Locust Street Pier Agreement. The board will also consider approving May 2021 vouchers and minutes from the May meeting. The agenda is largely routine, with the main substantive item being the Rockwell Park design discussion.

• Discussion of revisions to Rockwell Park Design Concepts
• Project updates: Skate Park, Shelter, Lighting/Scoreboards
• Locust Street Pier Agreement update
• Consider/act on May 2021 vouchers
• Consider/act on minutes from May 2021 meeting

The board discussed revisions to the Rockwell Park design concepts, including a more direct portage, reduced concrete, ADA-accessible changes, and removal of the interactive dry stream. No formal action was taken on the design; the next step is another public input meeting at the end of June, followed by a 3-D rendering to be presented to the Common Council on July 20. The board approved the May 2021 meeting minutes and May 2021 vouchers, both unanimously.

• Approved minutes from May 2021 meeting (motion by Schellpeper, second by Brown, no opposition)
• Approved May 2021 vouchers (motion by Schellpeper, second by Wittnebel, no opposition)

Police Commission

The Oconomowoc Police Commission is meeting to review and approve the hiring process for establishing an eligibility list for Patrol Officer positions. The agenda includes only this business item, along with standard procedural matters. The detailed hiring process includes physical, written, and oral exams, with a starting salary of $30.18 per hour.

• Review and approve hiring process for Patrol Officer eligibility list
• Physical aptitude test includes 1.5-mile run, 25 pushups, 30 sit-ups, sit-and-reach, and 125-pound dummy drag
• Oral/essay exam is 100% of final grade, with 75% minimum on oral portion
• Starting salary $30.18/hour, rising to $37.97/hour by fourth year
• Applications accepted June 8 to July 7, 2021

The Police & Fire Commission approved the hiring process to establish an eligibility list for patrol officer positions, filling one vacancy and one new budgeted position. The process includes a revised timeline with online applications from June 8 to July 7, and all examinations scheduled over one weekend in late July. The motion carried 3-0.

• Approved hiring process for patrol officer eligibility list (3-0)
• Set application period: June 8 – July 7, 2021
• Scheduled physical and written exams for July 22, oral/essay exam for July 23
• Removed $25 application fee

Architectural Commission & Historic Preservation Commission

The Oconomowoc Architectural Commission will consider two items: a façade color update for the Zion Episcopal Church rectory at 237 N. Lake Road, and building plans for the 64-unit Park at Prairie Creek Ridge Condominiums off Whalen Drive. The commission will decide on the church's paint scheme and whether to approve the condo building plans, with conditions regarding the clubhouse/pool details and mechanical equipment screening.

• Zion Episcopal Church rectory façade color update at 237 N. Lake Road
• Park at Prairie Creek Ridge Condominiums: 64 units, 8 four-unit and 16 two-unit buildings
• Approval of May 5, 2021 minutes
• Reports from City Planning Department and commissioners

The Architectural Commission approved a facade color update for Zion Episcopal Church at 237 N. Lake Road, selecting color choice #3 (Garret Gray and Chateau Brown). It also approved revised building plans for the Park at Prairie Creek Ridge Condominiums, with specific changes to the 4-unit buildings' rooflines. Both approvals were unanimous 5-0.

• Approved May 5, 2021 minutes (5-0)
• Approved color choice #3 for Zion Episcopal Church facade update (5-0)
• Approved revised building plans for Park at Prairie Creek Ridge Condominiums with roofline changes (5-0)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is meeting to review the proposed 2021 updates to the City's Strategic Plan. Council members will provide feedback and suggest revisions, with changes made by motion and consensus. No formal action will be taken at this meeting.

• Review of 2021 Strategic Plan updates
• Police staffing plan to increase officers per shift (2021Q3)
• Convert overhead power lines to underground, 85% complete (2021Q4)
• Lake Bluff Drive extension design and permitting (2022Q3)
• STH 67 Pedestrian Underpass with outside agency involvement (2022Q3)

The Committee of the Whole approved updates to the Strategic Plan after adding an audio/visual component for all committee meetings to Goal V, Item F.2. A prior motion to remove the item and add audio/video failed 2-0-5. The final motion carried 7-0-0.

• Approved Strategic Plan updates with audio/visual component for committee meetings (7-0)
• Motion to remove Item F.2 and add audio/video failed (2-0-5)

Public Services

The Public Services Committee will consider recommending approval of a $39,000 contract with New Berlin Grading for demolition of the former theater at 1375 Royale Mile Road, funded by TIF #7. They will also review a proposed ordinance to update building code references to current state standards and repeal the city's electrical licensing section. The committee's recommendations will go to the Common Council for final action.

• Resolution 21-R2958: Award $39,000 demolition contract to New Berlin Grading for 1375 Royale Mile Road
• Ordinance 21-O1009: Repeal and recreate building code sections 14.10 and 14.101 to adopt current SPS codes
• Repeal section 14.33 on electrical licenses, as city no longer issues them
• Six bids received for demolition, ranging from $39,000 to $99,000

The Public Services Committee recommended two items for full council approval: awarding a contract for demolition of the theatre structure at 1375 Royale Mile Road, and repealing/recreating building code sections 14.10, 14.101, and 14.33. Both motions passed unanimously (2-0). No other substantive decisions were made.

• Recommended Resolution 21-R2958 awarding demolition contract for 1375 Royale Mile Road (2-0)
• Recommended Ordinance 21-O1009 repealing/recreating building code sections 14.10, 14.101, and 14.33 (2-0)

Common Council

The Oconomowoc Common Council will consider several items, including awarding a $39,000 contract for demolition of the former theater at 1375 Royale Mile Road, granting new and renewed alcohol beverage licenses, and a developer's agreement for the Morgan Station subdivision. The council will also revisit a police dispatch study contract that failed previously, and decide how to fill a vacant aldermanic seat.

• Award $39,000 demolition contract to New Berlin Grading for 1375 Royale Mile Road
• Grant new 'Class B' liquor license to Wine Maniacs II, LLC at 114 N. Main Street
• Renew 2021-2022 alcohol beverage licenses for multiple establishments
• Consider developer's agreement for Morgan Station subdivision
• Decide on process to fill District #3 alderman vacancy

The Common Council approved a contract for a police dispatch study and related budget amendment by a 5-2 vote, with Aldermen Ellis and Spiegelberg voting no. The council also approved a developer's agreement for the Morgan Station Subdivision, adopted a special election order for the District #3 aldermanic seat, and approved several licenses and contracts. All other motions passed unanimously.

• Approved police dispatch study contract and budget amendment (5-2)
• Approved developer's agreement for Morgan Station Subdivision (7-0)
• Adopted special election order for District #3 aldermanic seat on Sept 21, 2021 (7-0)
• Granted new Class B liquor license to Wine Maniacs II, LLC (7-0)
• Approved renewal of 2021-2022 alcohol beverage licenses (7-0)
• Awarded contract for structure demolition at 1375 Royale Mile Road (7-0)
• Adopted ordinance repealing/recreating building code sections 14.10, 14.101, and 14.33 (7-0)
• Approved minutes of May 4, 2021 (7-0)

Protection and Welfare Committee

The Protection and Welfare Committee will consider recommending two resolutions: one granting a new 'Class B' intoxicating liquor and fermented malt beverage license to Wine Maniacs II, LLC, and another approving the renewal of numerous alcohol beverage licenses for the 2021-2022 period. The committee will make recommendations to the Common Council, which will take formal action at a later meeting.

• New 'Class B' license for Wine Maniacs II, LLC at 114 N. Main Street, prorated fee $100
• Renewal of 2021-2022 alcohol beverage licenses for multiple establishments
• Renewals include Class A, B, C, and Reserve licenses for bars, restaurants, and stores
• Pabst Farms Development Inc to receive 7 Class B licenses in Capital Improvement Area

The Protection & Welfare Committee voted 2-0 to recommend Resolution 21-R2953, granting a new Class B intoxicating liquor and fermented malt beverage license to Wine Maniacs II, LLC. It also voted 2-0 to recommend Resolution 21-R2959, renewing 2021-2022 alcohol beverage licenses. Both recommendations will go to the full council for final approval.

• Recommended new Class B liquor license for Wine Maniacs II, LLC (2-0)
• Recommended renewal of 2021-2022 alcohol beverage licenses (2-0)

Police Commission

The Oconomowoc Police Commission will meet to consider confirming the Police Chief's appointment of a police officer candidate, which will be discussed in closed session. The commission will also discuss potential written procedures for the commission, following up on a draft guide prepared by the city attorney. The agenda includes routine items like approving minutes from the March 23, 2021 meeting.

• Closed session to consider appointment of police officer candidate
• Consider/act on confirming Police Chief's appointment to police officer position
• Discuss potential written procedures of Police Commission
• Approve minutes from March 23, 2021

The Police Commission approved the Police Chief's appointment of Kami Berlin as an entry-level police officer. The Commission also discussed and proposed changes to its draft Bylaws, including clarifying the role of the non-voting council member and various procedural updates. No final action was taken on the Bylaws, which will be revised and reviewed at a future meeting.

• Approved Police Chief's appointment of Kami Berlin for entry-level police officer (4-0)
• Approved minutes from March 23, 2021 (4-0)
• Moved into closed session to consider police officer candidate (4-0)
• Reconvened into open session (4-0)
• Discussed draft Bylaws; agreed to changes and will review revised version later

Western Lakes Fire District’s Fire Board or Commission

The Western Lakes Fire District's Fire Board will meet to discuss and potentially act on the Station #4 lease extension, the 5-year Capital Improvement Plan, the 2022 Capital Improvement Plan, and the 2022 Operating Budget process. The board will also hear reports from the Fire Chief and other staff, including a COVID response presentation. The meeting will close with a closed session for employee matters and property negotiations.

• Discussion/Action on Station #4 Lease Extension
• Discussion of 5-Year Capital Improvement Plan
• Discussion/Action on 2022 Capital Improvement Plan
• Discussion of 2022 Operating Budget Process
• Closed session for employee evaluations and property purchase negotiations

The Western Lakes Fire Board approved the 2022 Capital Improvement Plan totaling $1,545,412, funded by $187,806 in excess fund balance and $1,357,606 in tax levy contributions. The board also approved a one-year lease extension for Fire Station #4 in Sullivan at a rate not to exceed $1,650 per month. The consent agenda, including minutes and bill payments of $391,750.16, was approved. The board discussed the 5-year capital plan and the 2022 operating budget process, but took no action on those items.

• Approved 2022 Capital Improvement Plan of $1,545,412 (motion carried)
• Approved one-year lease extension for Fire Station #4 at up to $1,650/month (motion carried)
• Approved consent agenda including April minutes and bill payments of $391,750.16 (motion carried)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee-of-the-Whole and Parks & Recreation Board are meeting jointly to discuss the preliminary design for John and Lavinia Rockwell Park. No formal action will be taken; this is an information-gathering session for the Common Council.

• Discussion on preliminary design for John and Lavinia Rockwell Park

The Committee of the Whole and Park & Recreation Board held a joint meeting to discuss the preliminary design for John and Lavinia Rockwell Park. Presentations were given by city staff and SEH representatives, but no formal decisions or votes were taken on the design. The meeting adjourned with a motion that carried 8-0-0.

• Adjourned meeting (8-0)

Public Services

The Public Services Committee recommended two resolutions. It approved a contract for demolition of the house at 517 N. Lake Road (Rockwell Park) to Guelig Waste Removal and Demolition, LLC for $18,780 with a 10% contingency, on a 2-0-1 vote with Alderman Rogers voting no. It also approved a change order of $13,326 for code-required trench drain sumps from Titan Building Company, including a budget amendment, on a 3-0 vote.

• Recommended Resolution 21-R2955 awarding demolition contract to Guelig Waste Removal and Demolition, LLC for $18,780 with 10% contingency (2-0-1, Rogers no)
• Recommended Resolution 21-R2956 accepting $13,326 change order for code-required drain sumps from Titan Building Company and approving budget amendment (3-0)

Common Council

The Common Council will consider several contracts and resolutions, including joining a national lawsuit over PFAS contamination, demolishing a house at 517 N. Lake Road for Rockwell Park, and approving a construction contract for the Oconomowoc Skate Park. It will also act on liquor licenses, a certified survey map at 614 N. Oakwood Avenue, and a developer's agreement for Prairie Creek Ridge Subdivision Addition Five.

• Resolution 21-R2955: Demolition of house at 517 N. Lake Road (Rockwell Park)
• Resolution 21-R2954: Approving Phase 2 construction contract for Oconomowoc Skate Park
• Joining National Rural Water lawsuit regarding PFAS and authorizing retainer agreement
• Resolution 21-R2952: New Class B fermented malt beverage and Class C wine licenses to Gus & JS Inc. (Lakehouse Café)
• Certified Survey Map dividing one parcel into two at 614 N. Oakwood Avenue

The Common Council approved the demolition of the house at 517 N. Lake Road (Rockwell Park) with a 7-0-1 vote, and approved the Phase 2 construction contract for the Oconomowoc Skate Park with Evergreen Skateparks for $339,350. The council also approved a developer's agreement for Prairie Creek Ridge Subdivision Addition Five, joined a national PFAS lawsuit, and confirmed a citizen appointment to the Police Commission. All other agenda items were approved unanimously.

• Approved demolition contract for house at 517 N. Lake Rd (Rockwell Park) (7-0-1, Kowieski no)
• Approved Phase 2 skate park construction contract with Evergreen Skateparks, $339,350 (8-0)
• Approved developer's agreement for Prairie Creek Ridge Subdivision Addition Five (8-0)
• Approved joining National Rural Water PFAS lawsuit and retainer agreement (8-0)
• Approved new Class B beer & Class C wine licenses for Lakehouse Cafe (8-0)
• Approved CSM dividing parcel at 614 N. Oakwood Ave (8-0)
• Approved ETZ CSM reconfiguring lot at N67 W34981 Ireland Court (8-0)
• Confirmed Timothy Gossett to Police Commission (7-0-1, Rogers no)

Protection and Welfare Committee

The Protection and Welfare Committee will consider a recommendation to grant new beverage licenses to Gus & JS, Inc. The request involves Class "B" Fermented Malt Beverage and Class "C" Wine licenses for the restaurant located at 662 E. Wisconsin Ave.

• Resolution 21-R2952: Granting new Class "B" Fermented Malt Beverage and Class "C" Wine licenses to Gus & JS, Inc. (Lakehouse Café) at 662 E. Wisconsin Ave

The Protection and Welfare Committee voted 3-0 to recommend Resolution 21-R2952, which grants new Class 'B' Fermented Malt Beverage and Class 'C' Wine licenses to Gus & JS Inc., doing business as Lakehouse Café. The recommendation will go to the full council for final approval. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Recommended Resolution 21-R2952 granting Class 'B' and Class 'C' licenses to Gus & JS Inc. (Lakehouse Café) (3-0)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee is meeting to consider and act on the April 2021 voucher report, which lists payments to vendors for goods and services. The agenda includes only this item, along with the call to order and adjournment. The voucher report includes a wide range of payments, including a $2.5 million award of damages for the Baysari property in TIF 7, a $119,358 purchase of a Mecalac skid steer, and numerous utility account refunds.

• Award of damages for Baysari property in TIF 7: $2,522,068.69 to Park Studios, LLC
• Purchase of Mecalac SkidSteer Multi Machine with attachments: $119,358.00 to L.F. George Inc.
• Interest on long-term debt: $563,462.30 to Chase Bank
• FICA/Med and federal withholding payments: $93,718.63 and $93,052.68 to EFTPS
• Legal services from Municipal Law & Litigation Group: $32,999.45

The Finance Committee met and took action on a single substantive item: approving the April 2021 voucher report totaling $5,744,219.50. The motion was made by Alderman Rosek, seconded by Alderman Mulder, and carried unanimously 3-0. The meeting adjourned shortly after.

• Approved April 2021 vouchers totaling $5,744,219.50 (3-0)

Utility Committee

The Utility Committee will consider recommending two resolutions: one awarding a contract for construction administration and drilling observation services for Well No. 8, and another awarding construction management services for the 2021 Digester Improvement Project. The Well No. 8 contract involves a $64,980 proposal from Collier Consulting and a $14,900 amendment to Strand Associates' existing contract, totaling $79,880 plus a 10% contingency. The committee will also discuss staff and committee comments.

• Resolution 21-R2957: Award contract for construction administration and drilling observation services for Well No. 8
• Resolution 21-R2949: Award construction management services for the 2021 Digester Improvement Project
• Collier Consulting proposal: $64,980 for hydrogeologic services
• Amendment to Strand Associates contract: $14,900
• Total project cost for Well No. 8 services: $87,868 including contingency

The Utility Committee recommended awarding a contract for construction administration and drilling observation services for Well No. 8 to Collier Consulting, amending the professional services contract with Strand Associates for a total of $87,868. The committee also recommended awarding construction management services for the 2021 Digester Improvement Project to Ruekert Mielke in the amount of $192,149 with a 10% contingency, and approved a budget amendment transferring $211,363.90 from the Wastewater Reserve Fund. Both motions carried 2-0-0.

• Recommended Resolution 21-R2957 awarding Well No. 8 construction administration and drilling observation services to Collier Consulting, total $87,868 (2-0)
• Recommended Resolution 21-R2949 awarding 2021 Digester Improvement Project construction management to Ruekert Mielke, $192,149 with 10% contingency (2-0)
• Approved budget amendment transferring $211,363.90 from Wastewater Reserve Fund for digester project (2-0)

Western Lakes Fire District’s Fire Board or Commission

The Oconomowoc Common Council and Western Lakes Fire District Fire Board are holding a joint special meeting to review the 2020 annual financial audit, discuss the 2020 year in review and 2021 year-to-date updates, and present the 5-year capital improvement plan. They will also set dates for future capital and budget meetings. The agenda includes public comment and approval of prior meeting minutes.

• Presentation of 2020 Annual Financial Audit by CliftonLarsonAllen LLP
• Discussion of 2020 Year in Review and 2021 Year to Date Update
• Presentation of 5 Year Capital Improvement Plan
• Set dates for Capital Budget Meeting (June 9 and June 23) and Fall 2021 Budget Meeting (September 8)
• Presentation of Life Saving Awards

The Western Lakes Fire Board and joint owners meeting on May 12, 2021, approved the September 8, 2020 minutes, presented a life-saving award, and received the 2020 financial audit. Discussions covered funding challenges, a potential ladder truck order, and the 5-year capital improvement plan, with approval scheduled for June. No final decisions were made on these items.

• Approved minutes of September 8, 2020 meeting (motion by Dousman, second by Summit)
• Presented Life Saving Award to Deputy Chief Warren, Captain Laue, Captain Warren, Lieutenant Stadler, FF/Med Monohan, FF/EMT Ruhle
• Set Capital Budget meeting for June 12 at 6 p.m. (location TBD)
• Set 2022 Operational Budget meeting for September 8 or 15 (preferred date to be reported at Capital Budget meeting)

Parks & Recreation Board

The Parks & Recreation Board will discuss and potentially approve a request from the Lake Country Pickleball Club to increase reserved time blocks at Westover Park from 9 to 19, following the courts' expansion from 4 to 6 pickleball courts. The board will also review community center rental and partnership activity for March and April 2021.

• Lake Country Pickleball Club requests 19 reserved time blocks at Westover Park, up from 9
• Westover Park courts re-striped from 4 to 6 pickleball courts over two tennis courts
• Community Center hosted rentals including baby showers, birthday parties, and corporate meetings
• Rotary Club, Downtown Oconomowoc Business District, and Bridge Church continued using the center
• Rep. Barb Dittrich and Sen. John Jagler scheduled budget listening sessions at the center

The Parks and Recreation Board approved designated pickleball hours at Westover Park, with a 5-1 vote, after discussion with the Lake Country Pickleball Club. The board also approved the Morgan Station land dedication, a $50,000 playground replacement at Whitman Park, and revised the Moonlit Movies date to June 22nd at Fowler Park. All other items, including election of officers and approval of minutes and vouchers, were approved unanimously.

• Approved pickleball hours at Westover Park: 8:30-10:30am and 3:00-5:00pm Mon-Fri, 5:00-7:00pm Sat/Sun (5-1)
• Approved Morgan Station land dedication recommendation
• Approved spending up to $50,000 to replace playground equipment at Whitman Park
• Revised 2021 Moonlit Movies date to June 22nd at Fowler Park and added that date for Badgerland
• Elected Joseph Moroni as President and Jimi Hall as Vice-President
• Approved minutes from March 2021 meeting
• Approved vouchers for March and April 2021

Architectural Commission & Historic Preservation Commission

The Architectural Commission is reviewing a special exception request for a new sign plan at 120 E. Wisconsin Avenue. The proposal includes a red logo on a white cedar stair tower and a hand-painted smiley face mural on an adjacent wall.

• Special exception for Mullen’s Dairy Bar signage at 120 E. Wisconsin Avenue
• Proposed 54.1 SF red logo on white cedar boards for the stair tower
• Proposed 89.2 SF hand-painted 'Smiley Face' mural and slogan on an adjacent wall

The Architectural Commission approved a special exception for the sign plan at Mullen's Dairy Bar, 120 E. Wisconsin Avenue, allowing a sandblasted name and logo on the stair tower and a smiley face on the adjacent building's wall. Both signs exceed 50 square feet, requiring the exception. The commission also approved the April 7, 2021 minutes and noted that the Fowler Lake Village building's 'home' signage will be removed by the owner by the end of October.

• Approved special exceptions for Mullen's Dairy Bar signage at 120 E. Wisconsin Avenue (5-0)
• Approved April 7, 2021 minutes (5-0)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will hold a closed session to discuss a request for proposals for the purchase and development of an 11.8-acre city-owned remnant parcel in the Olympia area. Following that, Wangard Partners and RA Smith National will update the council on infrastructure design, construction phasing, and schedule for the Olympia Fields project. No formal action is expected at this meeting.

• Closed session on RFP for purchase/development of 11.8-acre Olympia Area remnant parcel
• Olympia Fields infrastructure design update
• Olympia Fields construction phasing and schedule update

The Committee of the Whole met and voted unanimously to enter closed session to discuss the purchase and development of the 11.8-acre Olympia Area remnant parcel. No decisions were made in open session; the committee also received an update on Olympia Fields infrastructure design and construction phasing.

• Approved closed session for Olympia remnant parcel RFP discussion (7-0)
• Reconvened to open session after closed session (7-0)
• Adjourned meeting (7-0)

Common Council

The Common Council will consider several resolutions, including awarding a $32,500 contract for a police dispatch study, granting new liquor licenses to two businesses, authorizing a budget amendment for water tower logo painting, and approving a DNR financial assistance agreement. The agenda also includes items on the digester system improvement project, joining a PFAS-related lawsuit, and completing an Emerald City mural.

• Resolution 21-R2949: Award dispatch study contract to Matrix Consulting for $32,500, with a $12,500 budget amendment
• Resolution 21-R2948: Grant new 2021 Class B liquor license to Perseverance Corp (The Badger Burger Co.) at 1320 Pabst Farms Circle
• Resolution 21-R2944: Grant 6-month Class B fermented malt beverage license to R & S Hospitality (Buddy's Beach Bungalow) at City Beach
• Resolution 21-R2950: Authorize budget amendment for Olympia Water Tower logo painting
• Resolution 21-R2947: Authorize execution of DNR Principal Forgiven Financial Assistance Agreement

The Common Council voted down a contract for a police dispatch study, effectively keeping dispatch services in the city. The council approved several other items, including a new liquor license for The Badger Burger Co., a budget amendment for water tower logo painting, a DNR financial assistance agreement, a digester system improvement contract, and completion of the Emerald City Mural/Oz Plaza enhancement. A proposal to join a national PFAS lawsuit was postponed pending further information.

• Approved minutes of April 6, 2021 (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda including 6-month Class B license for R & S Hospitality (7-0)
• Granted 2021 Class B liquor license to Perseverance Corp. (The Badger Burger Co.) (7-0)
• Rejected police dispatch study contract and budget amendment (5-0-2, failed)
• Authorized budget amendment for Olympia Water Tower logo painting (7-0)
• Authorized DNR Principal Forgiven Financial Assistance Agreement (7-0)
• Awarded 2021 Digester System Improvement Project contract (7-0)
• Authorized completion of Emerald City Mural/Oz Plaza Enhancement (6-0-1)

Protection and Welfare Committee

The Protection and Welfare Committee will discuss whether to revise the city's wild or vicious animals ordinance, particularly provisions affecting pit bull dogs. They will also consider recommending a new Class B liquor license for The Badger Burger Co. and awarding a contract for a police dispatch study.

• Discussion on changes to Municipal Code 12.03(7A) regarding wild or vicious animals, including pit bull presumption
• Resolution 21-R2948: New 2021 Class B liquor license for Perseverance Corp. (The Badger Burger Co.) at 1320 Pabst Farms Circle, Suite 170
• Resolution 21-R2949: Award dispatch study contract to Matrix Consulting for $32,500, with $12,500 budget amendment
• Dispatch study compares city dispatch services with Waukesha County dispatch

The Protection & Welfare Committee directed staff to draft a revised ordinance removing references to Pit Bull Dogs from Section 12.03(7A)(b)2 of the municipal code. The committee also recommended approval of a new Class B liquor license for The Badger Burger Co. and a contract for a police dispatch study, both by unanimous vote.

• Directed staff to bring forward revised ordinance removing Pit Bull Dog references from 12.03(7A)(b)2
• Recommended Resolution 21-R2948 granting 2021 Class B liquor license to Perseverance Corp. (The Badger Burger Co.) (2-0)
• Recommended Resolution 21-R2949 awarding police dispatch study contract and related budget amendment (2-0)

Utility Committee

The Oconomowoc Utility Committee will consider three main items: awarding a $2.34 million contract for the Digester System Improvement Project, authorizing a $207,500 state grant agreement for private lead service line replacements, and joining a national lawsuit over PFAS contamination. The committee will also review monthly billing, electric, water, and wastewater reports.

• Resolution 21-R2946: Award digester project to Staab Construction Corp. for $2,337,000, plus $233,700 contingency
• Resolution 21-R2947: Accept $207,500 DNR grant for private lead service line replacements (83 homes)
• Consider joining National Rural Water Association PFAS lawsuit
• Review April 2021 utility billing, electric, water, and wastewater reports

The Utility Committee recommended accepting a $207,500 DNR grant to fund a private lead service line replacement program, covering 83 homeowners on the 2021 Street Project. It also recommended awarding a $2,570,700 contract for the Digester System Improvement Project and joining a national PFAS lawsuit. All three recommendations passed unanimously (3-0).

• Recommended Resolution 21-R2947 accepting $207,500 DNR grant for private lead service line replacement (3-0)
• Recommended awarding Digester System Improvement Project contract to Staab Construction for $2,570,700 (3-0)
• Recommended joining National Rural Water PFAS lawsuit and authorizing retainer agreement with Napoli Shkolnik, PLLC (3-0)

Board of Review

The Oconomowoc Board of Review held a teleconference on April 26, 2021, to address procedural matters. The body considered the scheduling process for property tax objections and then adjourned until September 29, 2021. No specific property valuations or tax decisions were made during this session.

• Adjournment until Wednesday, September 29, 2021, at 8:15 AM
• Consideration of the scheduling process for objections

The 2021 Board of Review held its initial teleconference meeting and scheduled the adjourned hearing for property owners' assessment objections on September 29, 2021, at 8:15 am. Open Book dates were set for August 23-24, 2021. The board voted 6-0 to delegate hearing scheduling to the Clerk's office, with half-hour slots for residential and one-hour for commercial objections.

• Set Board of Review hearing for Sept. 29, 2021 at 8:15 am (6-0)
• Scheduled Open Book for Aug. 23-24, 2021
• Delegated hearing scheduling to Clerk's office (6-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:51 am (6-0)

Western Lakes Fire District’s Fire Board or Commission

The Western Lakes Fire District's Fire Board will meet on April 26, 2021, to discuss and take action on several items, including a lease extension for Station #4, a fund balance policy, and leave and uniform policies. They will also consider bids for garage doors at Stations #3 and #5, a seal coating quote for Stations #1 and #3, and discuss video laryngoscopes. The meeting will also include the Fire Chief's report and public comment.

• Discussion on Station #4 Lease Extension
• Discussion/Action on Fund Balance Policy
• Discussion/Action on Leave Policy and Uniform Policy
• Discussion/Action on Garage Doors Bid for Stations #3 and #5
• Discussion/Action on Seal Coating Quote for Stations #1 and #3

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is meeting for a strategic planning workshop. A majority of the Common Council will be present to gather information, but no formal action will be taken at this meeting. The agenda contains only procedural items.

• Strategic planning workshop
• No formal action expected

Common Council

The Common Council will hold a public hearing and consider first reading of an ordinance to create food truck and mobile food shop regulations, plus a related permit fee. The council will also act on two extraterritorial certified survey maps, a revised procurement policy, and a water tower logo change. Several appointments and elections of council officers are also on the agenda.

• Public hearing and first reading of Ordinance 21-O1007 creating Section 17.111(10) on food trucks and mobile food shops
• Resolution 21-R2943 creating a food truck permit fee
• Extraterritorial certified survey map to divide lot into three lots and an outlot on Nelson Road, Town of Oconomowoc
• Extraterritorial certified survey map combining two lots at N53 W35994 Lake Drive, Town of Oconomowoc
• Resolution 21-R2942 granting a 6-month Class "B" license to Oconomowoc Area Baseball Club at Roosevelt Field

The Common Council approved a new zoning ordinance creating regulations for food trucks and mobile food shops, along with a permit fee resolution. The ordinance was amended to allow up to 20 food trucks, extend temporary permits to 120 days, and require Plan Commission recommendation for food courts. The council also approved a revised procurement policy, water tower logo change, and various appointments.

• Approved Ordinance 21-O1007 creating food truck regulations (7-0-1)
• Adopted Resolution 21-R2943 creating a food truck permit fee (6-0-2)
• Approved revised Procurement Policy (8-0)
• Approved water tower logo change and tourism funding collaboration (8-0)
• Approved ETZ CSM dividing lot into three lots on Nelson Road (8-0)
• Approved ETZ CSM combining two lots at N53 W35994 Lake Drive (8-0)
• Confirmed appointments to committees/commissions/boards (8-0)
• Police Commission appointment of Wiemer failed (2-0-6)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is meeting to receive two presentations: one on the city's fund balance and one on improvements to Wizard of Oz Plaza. No formal action will be taken at this meeting; it is for information gathering only.

• Presentation on Fund Balance
• Presentation on Wizard of Oz Plaza Improvements

The Committee of the Whole received presentations on fund balances and Wizard of OZ Plaza improvements. No formal decisions were made; the council expressed support for further exploration of Phase 2 rooftop seating, long-term use of the vacant police department space, fundraising, and public restrooms. A fund balance policy will be brought to the Finance Committee.

• Supported further exploration of OZ Plaza Phase 2 rooftop seating costs
• Supported exploring long-term use of vacant police department space
• Supported fundraising for OZ Plaza improvements
• Directed exploration of public restrooms for OZ Plaza
• Fund balance policy to be brought to Finance Committee

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will consider recommending adoption of the City of Oconomowoc's revised Procurement Policy, which updates purchasing procedures and approval thresholds for the first time since 2012. The committee will also act on the March 2021 voucher report. The meeting is otherwise procedural.

• Revised Procurement Policy raises purchase order requirement from $5,000 to $10,000
• Policy updates purchasing thresholds and approval paths for goods, services, and construction
• Voucher report for March 2021 to be considered
• Policy last updated in 2012; changes aim to clarify roles and internal controls

The Finance Committee voted unanimously to recommend adoption of the City of Oconomowoc's revised and amended Procurement Policy, incorporating five proposed changes and clarifying table categories. The committee also approved March 2021 vouchers totaling $4,903,671.62. All motions passed 3-0.

• Recommended adoption of revised Procurement Policy with five amendments (3-0)
• Amended policy to add council discretion for stricter processes (3-0)
• Amended policy to replace 'official' with 'government official' (3-0)
• Amended policy to add insurance and replace 'manual' with 'policy' (3-0)
• Amended policy to change 'vs.' to 'versus' (3-0)
• Amended policy to clarify 10% contingency cap (3-0)
• Amended policy to clearly define categories in all tables (3-0)
• Approved March 2021 vouchers totaling $4,903,671.62 (3-0)

Bureau of Economic Development & Tourism Commission

The Bureau of Economic Development & Tourism Commission will review first-quarter 2021 accommodations tax revenue and spending, discuss the Destination Marketing Plan implementation, and consider funding for a water tower logo change and the Emerald City Oz Plaza mural project. The agenda also includes approving minutes from November 9, 2020, and member comments.

• Review Q1 2021 accommodations tax revenue/expenditure status
• Discussion on Destination Marketing Plan implementation update
• Action on Water Tower Logo Change funding collaboration
• Action on Emerald City Oz Plaza Mural Project
• Approve minutes of November 9, 2020

The Bureau of Economic Development & Tourism Commission recommended $7,500 in Tourism funds for a water tower logo change, and approved the Emerald City Oz Plaza Mural installation. Both items will be forwarded to the City Council. The commission also reviewed first-quarter room tax revenue and marketing updates.

• Recommended $7,500 for water tower logo change (6-0)
• Approved Emerald City Oz Plaza Mural installation on wall of 164 E. Wisconsin Ave
• Recommended promoting mural project to Council (6-0)
• Approved November 9, 2020 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Pabst Farms Joint Stormwater District

The Pabst Farms Joint Stormwater District will discuss and possibly act on Journey 21's request to modify technical standards to allow on-site stormwater treatment for 30 acres northeast of Valley Road and Old Schoolhouse Road. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes, staff reports, and setting the next meeting date.

• Request by Journey 21 to modify technical standards for on-site stormwater treatment on 30 acres northeast of Valley Road and Old Schoolhouse Road
• Approval of minutes from February 17, 2021 regular meeting
• Public comments from audience
• Staff reports and commissioner comments
• Next meeting set for May 19 at City Hall

The Pabst Farms Joint Stormwater District approved a request from Journey 21 to modify technical standards, allowing on-site stormwater treatment for a parcel northeast of Valley Road and Old Schoolhouse Road. The change reclassifies the Journey 21 parcel from 100% Community Facility to 100% Private On-site, with an easement on the north parcel. The motion carried 3-0.

• Approved minutes of February 17, 2021 meeting (3-0)
• Approved Journey 21 request to change stormwater treatment to 100% Private On-site for two parcels, with easement on north parcel (3-0)

Architectural Commission & Historic Preservation Commission

The Architectural Commission will consider building plans for a Dairy Queen, a special exception for signage at the Target Distribution Center, a master sign plan for Market 203, and building plans for a Starbucks multi-tenant building. The agenda also includes approval of prior minutes and reports from the planning department.

• Dairy Queen building plan at Corporate Center Drive and Oconomowoc Drive (Tax Key OCOC 0634.999.051)
• Target Distribution Center special exception for signage at 1100 Valley Road
• Market 203 master sign plan at 203 E. Wisconsin Avenue
• Starbucks multi-tenant building plans at 1360 Pabst Farms Circle
• 2020 Planning Department Annual Report

The Architectural Commission approved updated building plans for Dairy Queen with brick around the base, a master sign plan for Market 203 with a semi-circle sign pulled into the existing frame, and building plans for the Starbucks multi-tenant building with red shingle awnings. The commission denied a special exception for Target's proposed wall signage, including a large sign on the west elevation. The minutes from March 3, 2021, were also approved.

• Approved the March 3, 2021 minutes (4-0).
• Approved Dairy Queen building plans with brick around the base (4-0).
• Denied any special exception for Target's signage at 1100 Valley Road (4-0).
• Approved Market 203 master sign plan with semi-circle sign pulled into existing frame (4-0).
• Approved Starbucks building plans with red shingle awnings and staff assistance on materials (4-0).

Common Council

The Oconomowoc Common Council will consider several items, including a new liquor license for The Etc Bar and Grill, an updated procurement policy, a developer's agreement for Lake Country Village Addition Five, and a pier agreement for Lac La Belle. The agenda also includes routine items like an easement agreement and a resolution for grant funding.

• New 2021 Class B liquor license for The Etc Bar and Grill LLC
• Revised procurement policy raising purchase order threshold from $5K to $10K
• Developer's agreement for Lake Country Village Addition Five
• Lac La Belle Pier Agreement with The Parc at Lac La Belle and Eagle's Landing
• Easement agreement with JLD Investments for $1 consideration

The Common Council approved the Developer's Agreement for Lake Country Village Addition Five. The council also approved a new liquor license for The Etc Bar and Grill LLC, a pier agreement for Lac La Belle, and several other resolutions and ordinances. A revised procurement policy was postponed to the April 20 meeting.

• Approved minutes of March 2, 2021 (7-0-0)
• Approved consent agenda including an easement agreement and a migratory bird day resolution (7-0-0)
• Approved Resolution 21-R2941 granting a 2021 Class B liquor license to The Etc Bar and Grill LLC (7-0-0)
• Approved Resolution 21-R2940 declaring an authorized representative for UNPS grant funding (7-0-0)
• Approved application to adjust Green Power Tariff (6-0-1, Mulder no)
• Approved application to adjust NLMP Tariff (7-0-0)
• Approved Developer's Agreement for Lake Country Village Addition Five (7-0-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 21-O1006 amending Board of Review rules, waiving second reading (7-0-0)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will consider and recommend approval of the City of Oconomowoc's revised Procurement Policy. The policy, last updated in 2012, clarifies purchasing procedures, approval paths, and internal controls. It raises the Purchase Order requirement from $5,000 to $10,000, with other thresholds unchanged. The committee will also discuss the policy's roles and responsibilities for all involved in the purchasing process.

• Revised Procurement Policy: raises Purchase Order requirement from $5K to $10K
• Policy clarifies approval paths and internal controls for all City purchases
• Defines procurement categories: goods, general services, professional services, public construction
• Sets procurement thresholds: quotes required for purchases $5K-$25K, public bid for construction over $25K
• Sole source purchases over $10K require purchase orders

The Finance Committee meeting was not held because a quorum was not present. Alderman Ellis stated that the Procurement Policy item will be postponed until April 20, 2021. No decisions were made.

• Postponed the Procurement Policy item to April 20, 2021 due to lack of quorum.

Public Services

The Public Services Committee is considering a resolution authorizing the Director of Public Works to apply for a $150,000 Urban Non-Point Source Construction Grant for a proposed water quality pond north of Armour Road. The pond is designed to reduce pollutants entering Fowler Lake and address flooding. The committee will make a recommendation to the Common Council.

• Resolution 21-R2940 authorizing grant application for Armour Road Water Quality Pond
• Grant request for up to $150,000 (50% of project cost)
• Proposed 1.4-acre stormwater pond north of Armour Road, east of Lyman Street
• Project estimated cost $560,000, with $410,000 from levy
• Pond designed to reduce total suspended solids by 53% and phosphorus by 32%

The Public Services Committee voted 2-0 to recommend Resolution 21-R2940, authorizing the Director of Public Works to apply for an Urban Non-Point Source (UNPS) Construction Grant for the Armour Road Water Quality Pond. The meeting was brief and included only this substantive action before adjourning.

• Recommended Resolution 21-R2940 authorizing grant application for Armour Road Water Quality Pond (2-0)

Protection and Welfare Committee

The Protection & Welfare Committee will consider recommending Resolution 21-R2941, which grants a new 2021 "Class B" intoxicating liquor and fermented malt beverage license to The Etc Bar and Grill, LLC for the property at 118 E. Wisconsin Avenue. The license would be issued only after the owner confirms an opening date, no later than May 15, and after receipt of a Letter of Surrender from the previous license holder, Lakerz Pub & Eatery. The committee's recommendation will go to the Common Council for final action.

• Resolution 21-R2941: New 2021 "Class B" liquor license for The Etc Bar and Grill, LLC
• Property: 118 E. Wisconsin Avenue, Oconomowoc
• Agent: Brian Borkowski, owner of Vino, Etc.
• License fee: $150.00 (prorated), expires June 30, 2021
• Condition: License not issued until opening date confirmed (by May 15) and Lakerz license surrendered

The Protection and Welfare Committee recommended Resolution 21-R2941, granting a new 2021 Class B intoxicating liquor and fermented malt beverage license to The Etc Bar and Grill LLC. The motion was made by Schellpeper, seconded by Rogers, and carried 2-0-0. The meeting was called to order at 7:15 PM and adjourned at 7:18 PM.

• Recommended Resolution 21-R2941 granting a new 2021 Class B liquor license to The Etc Bar and Grill LLC (motion carried 2-0-0)
• Adjourned the meeting at 7:18 PM (motion carried 2-0-0)

Parks & Recreation Board

The Oconomowoc Parks & Recreation Board will consider a recommendation for design and engineering services for John & Lavinia Rockwell Park, following interviews with the top two firms. The board will also discuss a Rookie Tackle Football program and receive updates on the skate park and Champion Fields. They will act on February meeting minutes and approve February vouchers.

• Consider/act on recommendation for Design/Engineering services for John & Lavinia Rockwell Park
• Presentation/Discussion regarding Rookie Tackle Football Program by Sal Logue
• Skate Park update and Champion Fields updates in Director's Report
• Consider/act on February 2021 vouchers totaling $1,375,810.25
• Approval of minutes from February 2021 meeting

The Parks and Recreation Board approved a recommendation to hire SEH for Tasks 1-7 of the design and engineering services for John & Lavinia Rockwell Park. The board also heard a presentation on the new Rookie Tackle Football Program, which is being run with the School District and Gridiron Club, and expressed support for it. The board approved the February 2021 meeting minutes and the February 2021 vouchers. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved the minutes from the February 2021 meeting.
• Approved the recommendation to hire SEH for Tasks 1-7 for the design/engineering of John & Lavinia Rockwell Park.
• Approved the February 2021 vouchers.

Utility Committee

The Utility Committee will consider recommending applications to adjust the Green Power and New Load Market Pricing tariffs, discuss a logo change for the Olympia Water Tower, and discuss a private lead service line replacement program. They will also review monthly reports for billing, electric, water, and wastewater.

• Consider/recommend application to adjust Green Power tariff (reduce price to $2.00 per 300 kWh block, discount at 20 blocks)
• Consider/recommend application to adjust New Load Market Pricing (NLMP) tariff (lower threshold to 400 kW, allow baseline adjustments, change attestation requirement)
• Consider/recommend Olympia Water Tower logo change (estimated extra cost $15,000, split between Tourism Fund and General Fund)
• Discussion on Private Lead Service Line Replacement Program
• Review Utility Committee reports for March 2021

The Utility Committee voted 3-0 to recommend applying to the PSC to reduce the Green Power Block price from $3 to $2 per block, and also voted 3-0 to recommend applying to adjust the New Load Market Pricing (NLMP) tariff to make it more accessible. The committee also recommended approving a logo change on the Olympia Water Tower to read 'Oconomowoc Life Comes Naturally Here' at an extra cost of about $15,000, split between the Tourism Fund and General Fund Contingency. No final decisions were made; all items are recommendations to the Council.

• Recommended application to adjust Green Power Tariff (reduce block price from $3 to $2) - motion carried 3-0
• Recommended application to adjust New Load Market Pricing (NLMP) Tariff - motion carried 3-0
• Recommended approval of Olympia Water Tower logo change to 'Oconomowoc Life Comes Naturally Here' - motion carried 3-0
• Approved minutes of February 16 and 23, 2021 - motion carried 3-0

Police Commission

The Oconomowoc Police Commission will meet to discuss developing its own rules and regulations, then enter closed session to consider appointing police officer candidates. After reconvening, it will vote on confirming the Police Chief's appointments to officer positions and on removing names from the eligibility list. The agenda also includes approving minutes from the March 1, 2021 meeting.

• Discussion on developing rules and regulations for the Police Commission
• Closed session to consider appointment of police officer candidates
• Consider/act on confirming Police Chief's appointments to police officer positions
• Consider/act on striking names from the current police officer eligibility list
• Approve minutes from March 1, 2021

The Police Commission approved the Police Chief's appointments of Joshua Mosher and Justin Hutter for entry-level police officer positions, and also approved striking names from the current police officer eligibility list. The Commission directed the City Attorney to create a rough draft of rules and regulations to guide the Commission, with a draft expected by May. The meeting included a closed session to consider the appointments.

• Approved the minutes from the March 1, 2021 meeting as written.
• Directed the City Attorney to create a rough draft guide for Commission rules and regulations.
• Approved a motion to go into Closed Session to consider police officer candidate appointments.
• Approved a motion to reconvene into Open Session.
• Approved the Police Chief's appointments of Joshua Mosher and Justin Hutter for entry-level police officer positions.
• Approved striking names from the current police officer eligibility list.
• Approved a motion to adjourn the meeting.

Western Lakes Fire District’s Fire Board or Commission

The Western Lakes Fire District Fire Board will meet to discuss and potentially take action on the renewal of the district's insurance policy and the assigned fund balance for sick time. The agenda also includes routine items such as approval of minutes, payment of bills, and reports from the Fire Chief and other chiefs.

• Discussion/Action on District Insurance Policy Renewal
• Discussion/Action on Assigned Fund Balance (sick time)
• Approval of minutes from February 22, 2021 meeting
• Payment of bills and ambulance/highway refunds
• Fire Chief's Report and Assistant/Bureau Chief Reports

The Western Lakes Fire Board approved the consent agenda, including February minutes and bill payments of $437,371.86. The board approved the 2021-2022 insurance policy renewal through R&R Insurance, with a change in cyber protection provider from Chubb to LWMMI. The board also approved an assigned fund balance of $12,020.00 for unused full-time employee sick leave per District Policy 600.010, and directed staff to develop a Fund Balance Policy for the next meeting.

• Approved consent agenda including February 22, 2021 minutes and bill payments of $437,371.86
• Approved 2021-2022 insurance policy renewal through R&R Insurance, changing cyber protection from Chubb to LWMMI
• Approved assigned fund balance of $12,020.00 for unused full-time employee sick leave per District Policy 600.010
• Directed staff to develop a Fund Balance Policy for presentation at the next meeting

Community Development Authority

The Community Development Authority will consider authorizing the City Attorney and Economic Development Director to serve an Award of Damages to acquire 11.8 acres at 1375 Royale Mile Road through condemnation for Tax Increment District #7. The meeting also includes appointing an acting chair, public comments, reviewing the CDA mission, and approving minutes from February 8, 2021.

• Consider/act on authorizing City Attorney and Economic Development Director to serve an Award of Damages to Park Studios, LLC to acquire 11.8 acres (1375 Royale Mile Rd)
• Approve minutes of February 8, 2021
• Nomination and appointment of Acting Chair for meeting
• Public comments via Webex

The Community Development Authority approved the Award of Damages to Park Studios, LLC for the acquisition of 11.8 acres at 1375 Royale Mile Rd for $2.6M, and authorized the City Attorney to serve the award. The meeting also approved the February 8, 2021 minutes and appointed Ald. Zapfel as chair pro tem. Staff reported on ongoing Olympia Fields engineering discussions, a loan for The Etcetera Restaurant, and demolition bids for the Olympia property.

• Approved the Award of Damages to Park Studios, LLC for 11.8 acres at 1375 Royale Mile Rd for $2.6M and authorized the City Attorney to serve it.
• Approved the February 8, 2021 minutes as presented.
• Appointed Ald. Zapfel as chair pro tem for the meeting.

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will hold a closed session to discuss the condemnation of 11.8 acres at 1375 Royale Mile Rd owned by Park Studios, LLC, and may direct staff to issue an Award of Damages of $2,600,000. The committee will also review the city's strategic plan status and process for a 2021 update. No formal action is expected at this meeting.

• Closed session to deliberate condemnation award for 11.8 acres at 1375 Royale Mile Rd (parcel OCOC0614984033)
• Potential Award of Damages of $2,600,000 for Park Studios, LLC
• Review of City of Oconomowoc Strategic Plan status and 2021 update process

The Committee of the Whole convened a closed session to discuss the condemnation award for 11.8 acres owned by Park Studios, LLC at 1375 Royale Mile Rd, then reconvened without taking public action. The committee also reviewed the 2021 strategic plan update process, including a survey and an April 22 facilitation session with Walter Jankowski of Better Dash Faster at a cost of $6,000.

• Convened into closed session for condemnation discussion (7-0)
• Reconvened into open session (8-0)
• Adjourned meeting (8-0)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will consider ordinances and a resolution that change how the City of Oconomowoc sets impact fees and sewer availability charges. Instead of amending the municipal code each year, the council would approve fee amounts by resolution. The committee will also review a voucher report for February 2021.

• Ordinance 21-O1003: Repeal and recreate impact fee sections of Municipal Code 27.09 to allow fee changes by resolution.
• Ordinance 21-O1004: Repeal and recreate sewer availability charge section 13.62(3)(a)1 to allow fee changes by resolution.
• Resolution 21-R2934: Authorize 2021 impact fee and sewer availability charge amounts, including $388 per residential dwelling unit for highways and $3,995 for 5/8-inch sewer connections.
• Ordinance 21-O1005: Amend solid waste and recyclables section 11.06.
• Approve February 2021 voucher report.

The Finance Committee unanimously recommended four ordinances and one resolution related to impact fees, sewer availability charges, and solid waste regulations, and approved the February 2021 voucher report. All votes were 3-0.

• Recommended Ordinance 21-O1003 to repeal and recreate impact fee tables (3-0)
• Recommended Ordinance 21-O1004 to repeal and recreate sewer availability charge table (3-0)
• Recommended Resolution 21-R2934 authorizing impact fee and sewer availability charge amounts effective March 2021 (3-0)
• Recommended Ordinance 21-O1005 to amend solid waste and recyclables regulations (3-0)
• Approved February 2021 vouchers totaling $4,429,451.14 (3-0)

Common Council

The Common Council will hold public hearings and vote on several land-use and zoning items, including converting two properties at 517 & 525 N. Lake Rd. to a public park (Rockwell Park) and rezoning land near 840 Westover St. for Tinus Marine's outdoor boat storage. The council will also consider awarding the sale of $9,895,000 and $4,475,000 in bonds, updating impact fees and sewer charges, and a second reading of a chicken-keeping ordinance.

• Public hearing and action on rezoning 1.366 acres at 517 & 525 N. Lake Rd. to Institutional/Public for Rockwell Park
• Public hearing and action on rezoning .447 acres near 840 Westover St. to Industrial for Tinus Marine boat storage
• Consider/act on Resolution 21-R2935 awarding $9,895,000 General Obligation Corporate Purpose Bonds, Series 2021A
• Consider/act on Resolution 21-R2936 awarding $4,475,000 Taxable General Obligation Community Development Bonds, Series 2021B
• Consider/act on Ordinance 21-O997 creating chicken-keeping rules (2nd reading) and Resolution 21-R2933 creating a chicken permit fee

The Common Council approved the sale of $9,650,000 in General Obligation Corporate Purpose Bonds and $4,475,000 in Taxable General Obligation Community Development Bonds. The council also approved a series of land use and zoning changes for Tinus Marine, including a conditional use permit for outdoor boat storage, and approved a conditional use permit for Gordy's Lake Country boat service and repair. An ordinance creating regulations for keeping chickens was given its second reading and passed.

• Approved Resolution 21-R2935 awarding the sale of $9,650,000 General Obligation Corporate Purpose Bonds, Series 2021A (7-1-0).
• Approved Resolution 21-R2936 awarding the sale of $4,475,000 Taxable General Obligation Community Development Bonds, Series 2021B (7-1-0).
• Approved Ordinance 21-O1001 amending the Land Use Plan for properties at 517 & 525 N. Lake Road to Recreational/Parks (Rockwell Park) (8-0-0).
• Approved Ordinance 21-O999 rezoning lands to Industrial (I) District for Tinus Marine Storage Yard (8-0-0).
• Approved the Conditional Use Permit for Tinus Marine to allow a storage yard at approx. 840 Westover Street (8-0-0).
• Approved the Conditional Use Permit for boat service and repair at 654 Armour Road, Unit 2 (Gordy's Lake Country) (8-0-0).
• Approved Ordinance 21-O997 creating Section 17.109(5) regarding keeping of chickens (5-0-3).
• Approved Award of Damages for Condemnation of 11.8 Acres of land owned by Park Studios, LLC in the amount of $2.6M (8-0-0).

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals voted 2-1 to approve Jill Riley's variance request to place a 24-foot above-ground pool 5.5 feet from the north lot line and house, encroaching 4.5 feet into required setbacks. The board also discussed a separate variance request to relocate a garage at 1228 West Wisconsin Avenue, with staff recommending approval. Public comment was allowed on the pool item despite the meeting not being noticed as a public hearing.

• Approved variance for pool at 1286 Lily Road with conditions including pool outside 10-foot easement, owner pays for electric line removal, pool permit required, and no filters/pumps within 20 feet of side lot lines
• Variance request for garage relocation at 1228 West Wisconsin Avenue (Tim & Jane Burton) to move garage within 75-foot setback of Lac LaBelle and Oconomowoc River; staff recommends approval with conditions
• Board allowed public comment on pool item; neighbor Kevin Kurtz opposed, suggesting variance only from house not fence
• Motion to approve pool variance carried 2-1; member Morgan voted no on both the public comment motion and the variance approval

The Zoning Board of Appeals approved a variance allowing Tim Burton to move an existing legal nonconforming garage at 1228 W. Wisconsin Avenue closer to the house, reducing the required shoreland setback from Lac LaBelle and the Oconomowoc River. The approval includes conditions to remove old pavement, ensure no net increase in hard surface area, and obtain building permits. The motion carried 5-0.

• Approved variance for garage relocation at 1228 W. Wisconsin Ave (5-0)
• Approved minutes of August 20, 2020 (4-0-1, Wickman abstained)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

Architectural Commission & Historic Preservation Commission

The Architectural Commission will consider approving building plans and a signage special exception for a new Dairy Queen at Corporate Center Drive and Oconomowoc Drive, after postponing action last month. They will also review a façade update for Mullen's Dairy Bar and building plans for the Blue Ribbon Baseball Complex. The meeting includes routine approval of minutes and staff reports.

• Dairy Queen building plans at Corporate Center Drive and Oconomowoc Drive (Tax Key OCOC 0634999051)
• Dairy Queen special exception for signage at same location
• Mullen's Dairy Bar façade update at 120 E. Wisconsin Avenue
• Blue Ribbon Baseball Complex building plans on Blue Ribbon Circle N (Tax Key OCOC 0635999008)

The Architectural Commission approved building plans for a Dairy Queen at Corporate Center Drive and Oconomowoc Drive, with conditions including a decorative block dumpster enclosure and approval from the Corporate Park board. A special exception for signage at the same Dairy Queen was also approved. The commission approved a façade update for Mullen's Dairy Bar at 120 E. Wisconsin Avenue, including a canopy and menu signs. Building plans for the Blue Ribbon Baseball Complex at Blue Ribbon Circle N were approved with conditions, including screening rooftop units and lowering the canopy.

• Approved February 3, 2021 minutes (5-0).
• Approved Dairy Queen building plans with conditions, including a dark gray decorative split-face block dumpster enclosure and receipt of Corporate Park board approval (5-0).
• Approved a special exception for signage at Dairy Queen, allowing 3 wall signs, 2 text signs, and 4 promo boards (5-0).
• Approved the façade update for Mullen's Dairy Bar, including canopy, menu signs, siding on all elevations, and painting the chimney (5-0).
• Approved Blue Ribbon Baseball Complex building plans with conditions, including screening rooftop units, adding up lighting, and lowering the canopy (5-0).
• Amended the Blue Ribbon motion to include painting the tower a mid-tone gray (5-0).

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will consider two resolutions: one approving amendments to the 2021 budget for continuing appropriations, carrying over about $5.7 million in unspent 2020 funds for projects and purchases, and another authorizing a refund of $29,761.03 in unlawfully billed property taxes to Opportunities Inc. for property at 1845 Executive Drive. The committee will make recommendations to the Common Council.

• Resolution 21-R2930: Approve $5.7M in continuing appropriations from 2020 to 2021, including $1.3M for 517 N Lake Road land purchase, $733,298 for street construction, $351,800 for park facilities, and $81,000 for Roosevelt Shelter construction.
• Resolution 21-R2931: Authorize refund of $29,761.03 in unlawful taxes to Opportunities Inc. for property at 1845 Executive Drive, including $9,760.06 city portion.
• Carryover includes $325,436 for Thackeray Trail Extension phases one and two.
• Carryover includes $270,723 for Collins Street south parking lot and retaining wall reconstruction.
• Carryover includes $986,289 for electric capital equipment, including $350,000 for Southwood Drive annexation.

The Finance Committee voted unanimously to recommend Resolution 21-R2930, approving amendments to the 2021 budget for continuing appropriations, with revisions to accounts for Street Construction Capital Improvements and Bridges Capital Improvements. They also voted unanimously to recommend Resolution 21-R2931, authorizing the refund and recovery of unlawful taxes for Opportunities Inc. Both recommendations will go to the full Council for final action.

• Recommended Resolution 21-R2930 approving 2021 budget amendments for continuing appropriations (3-0).
• Recommended Resolution 21-R2931 authorizing refund and recovery of unlawful taxes for Opportunities Inc (3-0).

Public Services

The Public Services Committee will consider and recommend two resolutions awarding construction management services for the 2021 Thackeray Trail Reconstruction and the 2021 Street Maintenance Projects. The recommendations are to accept SEH's proposal for Thackeray Trail at $266,920 and Bloom Companies' proposal for street maintenance at $233,935, both with 10% contingencies. The committee will forward these recommendations to the Common Council for final approval.

• Resolution 21-R2928: Award construction management to SEH for Thackeray Trail Reconstruction, $266,920 plus $26,692 contingency
• Resolution 21-R2927: Award construction management to Bloom Companies for 2021 Street Maintenance Projects, $233,935 plus $23,393 contingency
• SEH withdrew from street maintenance consideration due to workload, leading to Bloom Companies recommendation
• Street maintenance construction management cost exceeds original estimate; $700,000 available in Streets Capital Improvement Account if needed

The Public Services Committee voted unanimously to recommend two resolutions. Resolution 21-R2928 awards construction management services for the 2021 Thackeray Trail reconstruction. Resolution 21-R2927 awards construction management services for the 2021 street maintenance projects. Both motions passed 3-0.

• Recommended Resolution 21-R2928 awarding construction management services for 2021 Thackeray Trail reconstruction (3-0)
• Recommended Resolution 21-R2927 awarding construction management services for 2021 street maintenance projects (3-0)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee-of-the-Whole will consider approving a draft ordinance that would create regulations for food trucks and mobile food shops in the city, including permit requirements, fees, and location restrictions. If approved, the ordinance will be sent to the Plan Commission for review and recommendation. The committee has already discussed the ordinance in previous meetings and incorporated feedback from aldermen and others.

• Draft ordinance creating Section 17.111(10) for food trucks/mobile food shops
• Initial application fees: $500 for temporary use, $1,000 for permanent use
• Annual renewal fee for permanent use: $450
• Prohibits food trucks on public property and in residential zoning districts
• City-wide cap of 15 food trucks operating at one time

The Committee of the Whole voted 7-0 to approve a draft ordinance creating Section 17.111(10) for Food Trucks/Mobile Food Shops. The ordinance was then sent to the Plan Commission for review and recommendation. The meeting adjourned at 7:09 PM.

• Approved draft ordinance creating Section 17.111(10) Food Trucks/Mobile Food Shops
• Sent the draft ordinance to the Plan Commission for review and recommendation
• Adjourned the meeting at 7:09 PM

Common Council

The Oconomowoc Common Council will consider a zoning ordinance to allow keeping chickens, approve a Phase 1 design contract for the Oconomowoc Skate Park, and accept the transfer of wastewater system infrastructure from the Town of Oconomowoc. The council will also vote on several resolutions, including budget amendments, a liquor license for Olympia Hospitality, and construction management services for street projects.

• Ordinance 21-O997 to create Section 17.109(5) of the zoning code regarding keeping of chickens
• Resolution 21-R2932 accepting transfer of Utility District wastewater system infrastructure from the Town of Oconomowoc
• Approving Phase 1 design contract for the Oconomowoc Skate Park
• Resolution 21-R2929 granting a 2021 Reserve 'Class B' liquor license to Olympia Hospitality, LLC
• Resolution 21-R2930 approving amendments to the 2021 budget for continuing appropriations

The Common Council adopted Ordinance 21-O997 creating Section 17.109(5) of the zoning code regarding the keeping of chickens, as presented, by a 5-0-2 vote. The council also approved the Phase 1 Design Contract for the Oconomowoc Skate Park by a 6-0-0 vote, with Alderman Kowieski recused due to a conflict. All other agenda items, including budget amendments, a liquor license, and construction management services, were approved unanimously.

• Adopted Ordinance 21-O997 creating Section 17.109(5) regarding keeping of chickens (5-0-2).
• Approved Phase 1 Design Contract for the Oconomowoc Skate Park (6-0-0).
• Adopted Resolution 21-R2930 approving amendments to the 2021 budget for Continuing Appropriations (7-0-0).
• Adopted Resolution 21-R2931 authorizing refund and recovery of unlawful taxes for Opportunities, Inc (7-0-0).
• Adopted Resolution 21-R2929 granting a new 2021 Reserve "Class B" liquor license to Olympia Hospitality, LLC (7-0-0).
• Adopted Resolution 21-R2928 awarding Construction Management Services for 2021 Thackeray Trail reconstruction (7-0-0).
• Adopted Resolution 21-R2927 awarding Construction Management Services for 2021 Street Maintenance Projects (7-0-0).
• Adopted Resolution 21-R2932 accepting transfer of Utility District Wastewater System Infrastructure from the Town of Oconomowoc (7-0-0).

Protection and Welfare Committee

The Protection and Welfare Committee is considering a resolution to grant a new 2021 Reserve "Class B" intoxicating liquor and fermented malt beverage license to Olympia Hospitality LLC for the Olympia Fields Project at 1414 Summit Avenue. The license is tied to a Tax Increment Agreement approved by the Council on January 19, 2021, and will be revoked if a full-service restaurant is not operational by June 30, 2024. The committee will make a recommendation to the Common Council.

• Resolution 21-R2929 granting a Reserve "Class B" liquor license to Olympia Hospitality LLC
• License for property at 1414 Summit Avenue, agent Matthew Moroney
• Initial reserve fee of $10,000 plus $200 license fee, prorated per state statutes
• License expires June 30, 2021, and must be renewed annually
• License revoked if full-service restaurant not operational by June 30, 2024

The Protection & Welfare Committee voted 3-0 to recommend Resolution 21-R2929, which grants a new 2021 Reserve "Class B" Intoxicating Liquor/Fermented Malt Beverage License to Olympia Hospitality LLC. The recommendation will go to the full City Council for final action. The meeting was brief and adjourned at 7:22 PM.

• Recommended Resolution 21-R2929 granting a new 2021 Reserve "Class B" liquor license to Olympia Hospitality LLC (motion carried 3-0-0).
• Adjourned the meeting (motion carried 3-0-0).

Police Commission

The Police Commission will consider certifying an eligibility list of five candidates for three open patrol officer positions, and will act on the Chief's appointments for Police Sergeants, including confirmation and swearing-in. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and comments from the Chief and commissioners.

• Certify eligibility list for patrol officer positions (candidates: Corie R Richardson, Alexander P Hale, Justin W Hutter, Andrew M Bahr, Joshua M Mosher)
• Commission to certify five names to Chief to fill three positions
• Chief to appoint Police Sergeants; Commission to consider/act on confirmation
• Introduction and swearing-in of Police Sergeants
• Approve minutes from December 14, 2020

The Police & Fire Commission certified five patrol officer candidates for an eligibility list and confirmed the Chief's appointments of Matthew Rynders and Patrick Hogan as Police Sergeants. The commission also approved the December 14, 2020 minutes and discussed future closed-session workshops on hiring procedures.

• Approved December 14, 2020 minutes (5-0)
• Certified five patrol officer candidates for eligibility list (5-0)
• Confirmed Matthew Rynders as Police Sergeant (5-0)
• Confirmed Patrick Hogan as Police Sergeant (5-0)

Utility Committee

The Utility Committee will consider two resolutions: a budget amendment transferring $34,656.25 from wastewater reserves for floor and wall tile repair, and a resolution designating the Utility Manager as authorized representative for Environmental Improvement Fund applications related to lead service line replacement. The committee will also receive updates on Well No. 8 and monthly utility reports.

• Resolution 21-R2926: Budget amendment of $34,656.25 for wastewater floor/wall tile repair, grout cleaning, and sealing
• Resolution 21-R2914: Authorizing Utility Manager to file Environmental Improvement Fund applications for private lead service line replacement
• Discussion on Well No. 8 Pumping Station update
• February 2021 utility reports: billing, electric, water, wastewater
• PSC water rate increase application and billing procedures audit findings

The Utility Committee voted not to recommend a budget amendment for wastewater department floor and tile repairs, with no action taken. They approved a resolution designating the Utility Manager as the authorized representative for Environmental Improvement Fund applications related to lead service line replacements. The committee also discussed the Well No. 8 pumping station project and received updates on utility operations.

• Approved Resolution 21-R2914 designating Utility Manager as authorized representative for Environmental Improvement Fund applications (3-0)
• Declined to recommend budget amendment for wastewater floor and tile repairs; no action taken
• Approved minutes of January 26, 2021 (3-0)

Western Lakes Fire District’s Fire Board or Commission

The Western Lakes Fire District's Fire Board will meet on February 22, 2021, to discuss and potentially act on a resolution to carry over $43,800 in unspent 2020 capital funds into the 2021 budget. The funds were delayed due to COVID-related supply chain issues and are earmarked for a rehab unit refurbishment and a VHF radio for Engine 63. The board will also receive reports from the fire chief and assistant chiefs, and handle routine consent agenda items.

• Discussion/Action on 2020 Funding Carryover Resolution for $43,800 (rehab unit $40,000, VHF radio $3,800)
• Consent agenda: minutes, payment of bills, ambulance and highway refunds
• Fire Chief's report on administration, finances, strategic planning, and COVID vaccine efforts
• Assistant Chief and Bureau Chief reports
• Future agenda items: next meeting March 22, 2021

The Western Lakes Fire Board approved Resolution 21-001 to carry over $43,800 from the 2020 budget to complete two projects delayed by COVID: refurbishing the Rehab Unit and purchasing VHF radios for Engine 63. The board also accepted the consent agenda, heard reports on finances, calls, and COVID vaccine clinics, and discussed a new public safety drone funded by donations.

• Approved Resolution 21-001 to carry over $43,800 for Rehab Unit refurbishment and VHF radios (motion carried)
• Accepted consent agenda including January 25 minutes, bill payments, and ambulance/highway refunds (motion carried)
• Adjourned at 4:40 p.m. (motion carried)

Parks & Recreation Board

The Oconomowoc Parks & Recreation Board will consider a recommendation for a skate park design/build company, along with approving minutes, vouchers, and receiving department reports. The agenda also includes introducing a new board member and the Friends of Oconomowoc Parks and Trails organization.

• Consider/act on Skate Park Design/Build Company recommendation
• Consider/act on December 2020 & January 2021 vouchers
• Introduction of Friends of Oconomowoc Parks and Trails, Inc.
• Rockwell Park RFP update in Director's Report
• Approval of December 2020 meeting minutes

The board approved Evergreen Skateparks as the design/build company for the new skate park, following a selection process that reviewed seven proposals and interviewed five finalists. The board also approved the December 2020 meeting minutes and vouchers for December 2020 and January 2021. A new board member and a local parks support group were introduced.

• Approved Evergreen Skateparks for skate park design/build (unanimous)
• Approved December 2020 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved December 2020 and January 2021 vouchers (unanimous)

Pabst Farms Joint Stormwater District

The Pabst Farms Joint Stormwater District will meet to discuss and take action on final plans for a Starbucks at 1360 Pabst Farms Circle, review the 2021 Pond Maintenance Program, and elect officers. The meeting also includes approving minutes from the October 29, 2020 meeting, staff reports, and setting the next meeting date for May 19 at City Hall.

• Action on final plans for Starbucks at 1360 Pabst Farms Circle
• Report on 2021 Pond Maintenance Program
• Election of officers
• Approve minutes of October 29, 2020 meeting
• Set next meeting date (May 19, City Hall)

The Pabst Farms Joint Stormwater District approved the final stormwater plans for the Starbucks at 1360 Pabst Farms Circle, contingent on satisfactory city review. The board also approved additional pond maintenance work for 2021 and re-elected its officers. No public comments were made.

• Approved final stormwater plans for Starbucks at 1360 Pabst Farms Circle, contingent on city review (4-0)
• Approved additional pond maintenance work by WI Lake and Pond Resource for 2021 (unanimous)
• Re-elected Elling as President (4-0)
• Re-elected Magnus as Secretary (4-0)
• Elected Fry as Vice President (4-0)
• Approved minutes of October 29, 2020 meeting (unanimous)

Utility Committee

The Utility Committee is considering two budget amendments to fund unexpected repairs to essential city fleet equipment. The first would transfer $18,100 from Fleet Reserve funds to repair a transmission on the Electric Department's 2012 JCB Tractor Loader. The second would transfer $16,343.16 to repair brakes on the DPW's 2009 JCB Front End Loader. Both items are recommended by staff and would be funded from the Fleet Reserve balance of $418,505.55.

• Resolution 21-R2923: $18,100 budget amendment for transmission rebuild of Electric JCB Loader #63018
• Resolution 21-R2924: $16,343.16 budget amendment for brake repair of DPW JCB Front End Loader #55025
• Repair estimates: $15,739.30 for transmission, $16,343.16 for brakes
• Funds transferred from Fleet Reserve balance of $418,505.55

The Finance Committee recommended budget amendments for grants/donations and NE Region Development for Q4 2020, and approved several resolutions related to 2021A and 2021B general obligation bonds for TID #7 Olympia Fields, including authorizing up to $8,860,000 in tax-exempt bonds and $4,475,000 in taxable bonds. The committee also approved January 2021 vouchers totaling $5,774,914.53. All motions passed with votes of 3-0 or 2-0-1, with Alderman Rosek recusing himself from certain bond-related votes due to a conflict of interest.

• Recommended budget amendments for grants/donations and NE Region Development Q4 2020 (3-0)
• Recommended initial resolution 21-R2916 authorizing up to $8,860,000 GO bonds for TID #7 (2-0-1, Rosek recused)
• Recommended initial resolution 21-R2917 authorizing up to $4,475,000 taxable GO bonds for TID #7 (3-0)
• Recommended initial resolution 21-R2918 authorizing up to $1,035,000 GO refunding bonds (2-0-1, Rosek recused)
• Recommended resolution 21-R2919 directing publication of notice to electors on bond issues (2-0-1, Rosek recused)
• Recommended resolution 21-R2920 for sale of up to $9,895,000 GO corporate purpose bonds, Series 2021A (2-0-1, Rosek recused)
• Recommended resolution 21-R2921 for sale of up to $4,475,000 taxable GO community development bonds, Series 2021B (2-0-1, Rosek recused)
• Approved January 2021 vouchers totaling $5,774,914.53 (3-0)

Public Services

The Public Services Committee will consider three resolutions: awarding a $31,130 bridge maintenance contract for East Grove Street Bridge, awarding a $3.64 million Thackeray Trail reconstruction contract, and approving budget amendments for the Champion Fields lighting project. These are recommendations to the Common Council, not final decisions.

• Resolution 21-R2912: Award $31,130 bridge maintenance contract to Norcon Corp. for East Grove Street Bridge (West)
• Resolution 21-R2913: Award $3,619,370.37 base bid plus $19,734 for Alternate 1 to Western Contractors for Thackeray Trail reconstruction (Silver Lake Street to Summit Avenue)
• Resolution 21-R2915: Approve budget amendments and award Champion Fields lighting project contracts (lighting supplies $153,040 to Wisconsin Lighting Lab; installation $81,012 to Steiner Electric)
• Thackeray Trail project includes $50,000 allowance for playground equipment replacement and $50,000 for traffic signal adjustments
• Champion Fields lighting project underfunded by $42,500; staff asks to use General Fund undesignated reserves

The Public Services Committee unanimously recommended three resolutions: 21-R2912 for East Grove Street Bridge Maintenance, 21-R2913 for the 2021 Thackeray Trail Reconstruction with additional expenses, and 21-R2915 for Champion Fields Lighting Project with budget amendments. All motions passed 3-0-0.

• Recommended Resolution 21-R2912 for East Grove Street Bridge Maintenance Contract (3-0)
• Recommended Resolution 21-R2913 for 2021 Thackeray Trail Reconstruction Contract and additional expenses (3-0)
• Recommended Resolution 21-R2915 for Champion Fields Lighting Project Contract and budget amendments (3-0)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will consider budget amendments for grants and donations received in Q4 2020, including $335,471.21 in Roads to Recovery grants and donations for park land purchases. They will also consider six resolutions authorizing up to $14,335,000 in general obligation bonds for TID #7 (Olympia Fields) infrastructure and land purchases, plus a refunding of 2011 bonds expected to save about $69,232.50. The committee will also act on the January 2021 voucher report.

• Budget amendments for $1,954,094.09 in Q4 grants/donations, including $500,000 for land at 525 N Lake Road (Peacock Park) and $940,605.96 for 'Build a Park at 517'
• Resolution 21-R2916: Authorize up to $8,860,000 in GO bonds for TID #7 community development projects
• Resolution 21-R2917: Authorize up to $4,475,000 in taxable GO bonds for TID #7 community development projects
• Resolution 21-R2918: Authorize up to $1,035,000 in GO refunding bonds for 2011 bonds
• Resolution 21-R2920: Provide for sale of up to $9,895,000 GO Corporate Purpose Bonds, Series 2021A

The Finance Committee recommended budget amendments for grants/donations and NE Region Development for Q4 2020, and approved several resolutions related to 2021A and 2021B general obligation bonds for TID #7 Olympia Fields, including authorizing up to $8,860,000 and $4,475,000 in new bonds and $1,035,000 in refunding bonds. It also approved January 2021 vouchers totaling $5,774,914.53. All votes were unanimous except where Alderman Rosek recused himself due to a conflict.

• Recommended budget amendments for grants/donations and NE Region Development Q4 (3-0)
• Recommended Resolution 21-R2916 authorizing up to $8,860,000 GO bonds for TID #7 (2-0-1, Rosek recused)
• Recommended Resolution 21-R2917 authorizing up to $4,475,000 taxable GO bonds for TID #7 (3-0)
• Recommended Resolution 21-R2918 authorizing up to $1,035,000 GO refunding bonds (2-0-1, Rosek recused)
• Recommended Resolution 21-R2919 directing publication of notice to electors on bond issues (2-0-1, Rosek recused)
• Recommended Resolution 21-R2920 for sale of up to $9,895,000 GO corporate purpose bonds, Series 2021A (2-0-1, Rosek recused)
• Recommended Resolution 21-R2921 for sale of up to $4,475,000 taxable GO community development bonds, Series 2021B (2-0-1, Rosek recused)
• Approved January 2021 vouchers totaling $5,774,914.53 (3-0)

Common Council

The Common Council will hold a public hearing and consider an ordinance to allow backyard chickens in certain zoning districts, with regulations on coops, numbers, and egg sales. The council will also consider authorizing up to $13.3 million in general obligation and taxable bonds for community development projects in Tax Incremental District No. 7, plus several contracts for street, trail, and lighting projects.

• Public hearing and ordinance 21-O997 to create zoning section 17.105(9) allowing backyard chickens
• Resolutions 21-R2916/17/18/19/20/21 authorizing up to $8,860,000 GO bonds, $4,475,000 taxable GO bonds, and $1,035,000 refunding bonds for TID #7 Olympia Fields
• Resolution 21-R2912 for East Grove Street Bridge maintenance contract
• Resolution 21-R2913 awarding 2021 Thackeray Trail reconstruction contract
• Resolution 21-R2915 awarding Champion Fields lighting project contract

The Common Council tabled the proposed chicken-keeping ordinance and directed staff to revise it. It approved multiple bond resolutions for TID #7, contracts for bridge maintenance, trail reconstruction, and lighting, and several land division plats. The council also approved the Vino Etc. quadricycle route with limited additional hours and a March 17 start date.

• Tabled Ordinance 21-O997 on keeping chickens (8-0)
• Adopted Resolution 21-R2916 authorizing up to $8,860,000 in GO bonds for TID #7 (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution 21-R2917 authorizing up to $4,475,000 in taxable GO bonds for TID #7 (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution 21-R2918 authorizing up to $1,035,000 in refunding bonds (8-0)
• Adopted Resolution 21-R2913 awarding Thackeray Trail reconstruction contract with added expenses (8-0)
• Approved 47-lot Morgan Station preliminary plat at 9720 Valley Rd (8-0)
• Approved Vino Etc. quadricycle route unchanged, with additional hours Wed 7-9 PM and Thu 5-7 PM (4-0-3)
• Approved park name John & Lavinia Rockwell for 517/525 Park (8-0)

Community Development Authority

The Community Development Authority approved a jurisdictional offer of $2.6 million to acquire 11.8 acres of land owned by Park Studios LLC at 1375 Royale Mile Rd. The offer includes a cushion above the $2.36M appraisal to account for potential litigation costs. The CDA also approved a $25,000 Downtown Business Development Loan for The Etcetera Restaurant & Grill, contingent on an executed lease.

• Approved $2.6M jurisdictional offer for 11.8 acres from Park Studios LLC (6-0)
• Approved $25,000 loan for The Etcetera Restaurant & Grill, contingent on lease (6-0)
• Approved minutes of December 8, 2020 (6-0)

Architectural Commission & Historic Preservation Commission

The Architectural Commission will consider approving building plans for a TownePlace Suites hotel and a Dairy Queen at Corporate Center Drive and Oconomowoc Drive, along with a signage special exception for Dairy Queen. They will also review updates to master sign plans for Fowler Lake Village and 1341 W. Wisconsin Avenue. The meeting includes appointing a chairman and approving prior minutes.

• TownePlace Suites building plan: 52-ft height (2 ft over limit) and material changes to be decided
• Dairy Queen building plan: staff recommends postponing action due to redesign and outstanding items
• Dairy Queen special exception for signage: extra DQ sign and promo boards to be considered
• Fowler Lake Village master sign plan update: adding a multi-tenant sign on south wall
• 1341 W. Wisconsin Avenue master sign plan: approval with non-conforming signage removal requirement

The Architectural Commission approved the building plans for the TownePlace Suites by Marriott hotel, with conditions including a man door on the trash enclosure, approval of the middle tower height exception, and gray EIFS on all four tower sides. The commission postponed action on the Dairy Queen building plans and signage to next month, pending revised submittals. It also approved updates to the Fowler Lake Village master sign plan and a new master sign plan for 1341 W. Wisconsin Avenue.

• Approved TownePlace Suites building plans with conditions (5-0)
• Postponed Dairy Queen building plans to next month (5-0)
• Postponed Dairy Queen signage special exception to next month (5-0)
• Approved Fowler Lake Village master sign plan update with changes (5-0)
• Approved master sign plan for 1341 W. Wisconsin Avenue (5-0)
• Appointed Jeremy Flint as Chairman (4-1, Flint abstained)
• Approved October 14 and November 11, 2020 minutes (5-0)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is holding a closed session to discuss the process, timeline, and potential dollar amount for a jurisdictional offer to purchase 11.8 acres of land owned by Park Studios, LLC at 1375 Royale Mile Rd. This is part of a condemnation process related to the Olympia Resort Area economic development goal. The City Council is expected to formally approve the offer at a later meeting.

• Closed session to deliberate jurisdictional offer for 11.8 acres at 1375 Royale Mile Rd (parcel OCOC0614984033)
• Potential offer amount based on appraisal and attorney expertise
• Timeline: City Council approval of offer on Feb 2, CDA approval week of Feb 8, 30-day response wait, Award of Damages on March 16 if not accepted
• Resolution authorizing CDA to jointly approve the jurisdictional offer

The Committee of the Whole convened in closed session to discuss a jurisdictional offer for 11.8 acres of land owned by Park Studios, LLC at 1375 Royale Mile Rd. The motion to enter closed session passed 8-0. No substantive decisions were made in open session; the meeting adjourned immediately after.

• Approved motion to enter closed session (8-0)

Public Services

The Public Services Committee will consider and make recommendations on four items: a new pier agreement between the city and two condominium associations on Lac La Belle, two contracts for the new Roosevelt Park shelter (concrete and installation), and a resolution establishing boat launch fees for Lac La Belle and Fowler Lake. The meeting is for discussion and recommendation; no formal action will be taken by the Common Council, though a majority may be present.

• Consider/recommend Lac La Belle Pier Agreement between The Parc & Eagle Landing Condominium Associations and the City
• Consider/recommend Resolution 21-R2908 awarding Roosevelt Park Shelter Concrete Contract to RB3 Inc. for $51,600 (base bid and alternates)
• Consider/recommend Resolution 21-R2909 awarding Roosevelt Park Shelter Installation Contract (lowest bid: RB3 Inc., $28,000)
• Consider/recommend Resolution 21-R2911 establishing Lac La Belle and Fowler Lake Boat Launch Fees
• Roosevelt Park shelter project total budget is $130,000; $41,410 already encumbered for design and materials

The Public Services Committee recommended three resolutions: awarding the Roosevelt Park Shelter concrete and installation contracts, and establishing boat launch fees for Lac La Belle and Fowler Lake. The Lac La Belle Pier Agreement was removed from the agenda due to a boundary discrepancy. All votes were unanimous 3-0.

• Removed Lac La Belle Pier Agreement from agenda (3-0)
• Recommended Resolution 21-R2908 awarding Roosevelt Park Shelter Concrete Contract (3-0)
• Recommended Resolution 21-R2909 awarding Roosevelt Park Shelter Installation Contract (3-0)
• Recommended Resolution 21-R2911 establishing Lac La Belle and Fowler Lake boat launch fees (3-0)

Common Council

The Common Council approved a $2.6M jurisdictional offer for 11.8 acres owned by Park Studios LLC, awarded two contracts for the Roosevelt Park Shelter (concrete and installation) totaling $81,000, and established boat launch fees for Lac La Belle and Fowler Lake. A developer's agreement for Olympia Fields pedestrian paths was approved with one recusal. The Lac La Belle Pier Agreement was removed from the agenda due to a boundary discrepancy.

• Approved $2.6M jurisdictional offer for 11.8 acres at 1375 Royale Mile Rd (8-0)
• Adopted Resolution 21-R2908 awarding $51,600 concrete contract to RB3, Inc. (8-0)
• Adopted Resolution 21-R2909 awarding $29,400 installation contract to RB3, Inc. (8-0)
• Adopted Resolution 21-R2911 establishing boat launch fees for Lac La Belle and Fowler Lake (8-0)
• Approved Developer's Agreement with Olympia Fields MD, LLC for pedestrian paths (7-0-1, Rosek recused)
• Adopted Resolution 21-R2910 authorizing condemnation for TID #7 (Olympia Fields) (8-0)
• Removed Lac La Belle Pier Agreement from agenda due to boundary discrepancy (8-0)

Utility Committee

The Utility Committee will consider awarding a five-year, $99,600 contract to Hydro Corp, Inc. for cross-connection control program inspections, as required by state code. The committee will also discuss installing cell antennas and painted logos on water towers, and review monthly reports for billing, electric, water, and wastewater utilities.

• Consider awarding $99,600 contract to Hydro Corp, Inc. for cross-connection inspections over 5 years
• Discussion on water tower cell antennas and painted logos
• Review of January 2021 utility billing, electric, water, and wastewater reports
• Approve minutes from September 15, September 22, October 27, and December 1, 2020 meetings

The Utility Committee recommended awarding a 5-year contract to Hydro Corp, Inc. for inspection services under the Cross-Connection Control Program, not to exceed $99,600. The committee also discussed water tower cell antennas and painted logos, agreeing to explore costs for community branding. Reports were reviewed, and the meeting adjourned.

• Recommended awarding 5-year contract to Hydro Corp for cross-connection inspections, not to exceed $99,600 (3-0)
• Approved minutes of September 15, September 22, October 27, and December 1, 2020 (3-0)
• Discussed water tower cell antennas and logos; agreed to explore logo painting costs

Western Lakes Fire District’s Fire Board or Commission

The Western Lakes Fire Board approved the Station #3 south wing remodel and window replacement with a 10% contingency, not to exceed $235,841. The board also approved the District's Employee Benefits Policy, which includes changes for the new HR Manager position and adjusted vacation time for salaried exempt positions. Four new full-time firefighter/paramedics were sworn in. The board then entered closed session and did not reconvene in open session.

• Approved Station #3 south wing remodel and window replacement, not to exceed $235,841 (motion carried)
• Approved Employee Benefits Policy as presented (motion carried)
• Accepted consent agenda including December 16, 2020 minutes, payment of bills, and ambulance/highway refunds (motion carried)
• Swore in four new full-time firefighter/paramedics: Hannah Buchholtz, Thomas Switalski, Kelly Monahan, Michael Jessen
• Convened into closed session by unanimous roll-call vote; no open session reconvened

Joint Review Board

The Oconomowoc Joint Review Board is meeting to consider and potentially approve the creation of Tax Incremental Financing District #7, known as Olympia Fields. The board will review the public record, planning documents, a Plan Commission resolution adopting the project plan, and a Common Council resolution approving the district's creation. The meeting will be held virtually via Webex due to the pandemic, with a phone call-in option also available.

• Consider/Act on Resolution approving Tax Incremental District No. 7 creation
• Review public record, planning documents, Plan Commission resolution, and Common Council resolution
• Approval of December 9, 2020 meeting minutes
• Meeting held via Webex; call-in number 1-408-418-9388, access code 146 894 0583
• Notice: meeting may be cancelled if participant count nears 200 due to Webex licensing limits

The Joint Review Board unanimously approved the resolution creating Tax Incremental District No. 7, following the Plan Commission's recommendation and Common Council's approval on January 5, 2021. An addendum addressing the three statutory tests was included. The board also approved the December 9, 2020 meeting minutes.

• Approved creation of Tax Incremental District No. 7 (unanimous)
• Approved December 9, 2020 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will consider and act on the December 2020 voucher report, approving payments to vendors for goods and services. The agenda is limited to this single item, plus call to order and adjournment. The meeting is held electronically via Webex due to COVID-19.

• Approve December 2020 Voucher Report
• Payments include $90,290.03 to Baxter & Woodman for Thackeray Trail reconstruction and survey
• $13,272.99 to Appleton Sign Company for Public Safety Facility signs
• $63,737.80 to Johns Disposal Service for November 2020 refuse collection
• Various utility account refunds and overpayment refunds to residents

The Finance Committee met and took one substantive action: approving the December 2020 voucher report totaling $2,699,108.47. The motion was made by Ald. Ellis, seconded by Ald. Rosek, and carried unanimously 3-0. The meeting then adjourned.

• Approved December 2020 Voucher Report for $2,699,108.47 (3-0)

Common Council

The Common Council approved the 2021 Street Maintenance Program and adopted an ordinance updating emergency management and inter-municipal agreement codes. It also approved design standards for Olympia Fields Development, amended the room tax ordinance, and approved a temporary liquor license for a Chili-Fest event. All votes were unanimous except for the design standards, which passed 6-0 with one recusal.

• Approved 2021 Street Maintenance Program (7-0)
• Adopted emergency management ordinance 21-O996 (7-0)
• Approved Exhibit D Design Standards for Olympia Fields Development (6-0, Rosek recused)
• Adopted room tax ordinance amendment 21-O995 (7-0)
• Approved Class B license extension for Dunnebar LLC (AJ's) for Chili-Fest (7-0)
• Approved in-person meeting format starting in February (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda including Trick or Treat hours and ward changes (7-0)

Public Services

The Public Services Committee and Common Council are meeting to consider Resolution 21-R2904, which would accept LaLonde Contractors' $1.79M bid for the 2021 street maintenance program, plus a 10% contingency, for a total of $1.97M. The project covers multiple streets and requires a super-majority vote to use $97,701.40 from General Fund Reserves to cover a budget shortfall on the street portion.

• Accept LaLonde Contractors bid of $1,793,382.34 for 2021 street projects
• Approve $179,338.23 contingency for a total project cost of $1,972,720.57
• Use $97,701.40 from General Fund Reserves (requires 6 votes) to cover street budget overage
• Include Alternate B: Elizabeth Street reconstruction ($223,728.80)
• Include Alternate C: West Wisconsin Avenue concrete option ($219,673.10; developer pays $12,700)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will hold a closed session to discuss the Olympia Fields development agreement, a proposed mixed-use project in a blighted district. The project involves a TIF investment of about $18.7 million and potential use of eminent domain for a key parcel. No formal action is expected at this meeting.

• Closed session to discuss Olympia Fields Project Development Agreement
• Proposed TIF #7 investment of approximately $18.7 million
• Wangard Partners proposes mixed-use development on 35.25 acres
• Potential eminent domain acquisition of an 11.8-acre gateway parcel
• Estimated $77.5 million in new increment investment

Public Services

The Public Services Committee will consider repair options for deteriorated concrete on West Wisconsin Avenue, from the Community Center easterly to the alley. Staff present four options: do nothing, asphalt resurfacing this year, concrete replacement this year, or patching and waiting for a larger project. The asphalt option costs $82,000 and lasts about 15 years; concrete costs $220,000 and lasts about 50 years. The committee is asked to recommend a direction, with funding from the 2021 streets budget or General Fund reserves.

• West Wisconsin Avenue repair options: $82,000 asphalt overlay vs $220,000 concrete replacement
• Asphalt option: 30-day construction, 7-day detour, $50,000 future resurfacing cost
• Concrete option: 60-day construction, full closure, $138,000 more than asphalt
• Possible delay of work to 2023 to coordinate with TIF 5 projects on South Main Street and streetscape
• TIF 5 Plan total projects: $6,035,000, including $1.5M for Parc on Lac La Belle and $1.5M for Eagles Landing