Oconomowoc public meetings in 2025

Western Lakes Fire District’s Fire Board or Commission

The Western Lakes Fire District’s Fire Board will meet to discuss and take action on the District Fee Schedule and the 2026 Compensation Schedule. The board will also hold a closed session regarding employee employment, promotion, compensation, or performance evaluations.

• Discussion and action on District Fee Schedule
• Discussion and action on 2026 Compensation Schedule
• Closed session regarding employee compensation and performance

Finance Committee

The Oconomowoc Finance Committee will review the November 2025 monthly voucher report. It will consider and recommend Resolution 25‑R3331 to support a TAP grant application. The committee will also consider a contribution for a City Services Agreement with Lutheran Social Services.

• Monthly Voucher Report – November 2025
• Resolution 25‑R3331 – Support of TAP Grant Application
• Contribution for City Services Agreement with Lutheran Social Services

The committee recommended and approved Resolution 25‑R3331 to support the TAP grant application for a safe bike and pedestrian plan on the NE corridor over Hwy 67. It also approved a contribution to a City Services Agreement with Lutheran Social Services, providing a PILOT payment for the city’s share of taxes. Both motions passed unanimously (3‑0‑0).

• Approved Resolution 25‑R3331 supporting TAP grant (3‑0‑0)
• Approved contribution for City Services Agreement with Lutheran Social Services (3‑0‑0)
• Adjourned meeting (3‑0‑0)

Utility Committee

The Utility Committee will not vote on any new actions; only routine department reports are provided for information. Reports include utility billing data, a delay in low‑income customer assistance due to a federal shutdown, upcoming bill inserts, and updates on electric system projects such as EVP sensor repairs and completed service installations. Year‑end accounting will transfer ongoing capital projects to construction‑in‑progress and capitalize completed ones for future depreciation.

• Low‑Income Customer Assistance delay; $1.00 “Commitment to Community” charge, about $83,000 retained locally
• Utility bill inserts: November water rate summary, December Utility Customer Bill of Rights, January wastewater rate summary
• EVP sensor repair at westbound Valley Rd (CTH B) & Old Schoolhouse Rd traffic light; parts ordered for mid‑December
• Completed electric projects: Pabst 59 Apartments 3‑Phase service; new 3‑Phase service to 1672 Old Schoolhouse Rd (Dentist Office); Wallace Loop condo service; temporary service for Costco; new transformer on Blue Ribbon Circle
• Year‑end accounting: transfer of ongoing capital projects to construction‑in‑progress and capitalization of completed projects; about 190 projects this year

Protection and Welfare Committee

The Protection & Welfare Committee will consider two resolutions that recommend new alcoholic beverage licenses. Resolution 25‑R3322 would grant a Reserve “Class B” intoxicating liquor/fermented malt beverage license to Newport 1875, LLC at 151 St. Paul Street, with an initial fee of $10,000. Resolution 25‑R3330 would grant a Class “A” fermented malt beverage license to Taqueria Doblado, LLC d/b/a Doblado Mexican Grocery at 212 E. Wisconsin Avenue. Both licenses would expire on June 30, 2026, and the committee will forward its recommendation to the Common Council.

• Resolution 25‑R3322: grant new 2025‑2026 Reserve “Class B” liquor/fermented malt beverage license to Newport 1875, LLC, 151 St. Paul Street; initial fee $10,000
• Resolution 25‑R3330: grant new 2025‑2026 Class “A” fermented malt beverage license to Taqueria Doblado, LLC d/b/a Doblado Mexican Grocery, 212 E. Wisconsin Avenue

The Protection & Welfare Committee considered and recommended Resolution 25‑R3322 to grant a new 2025‑2026 Reserve “Class B” intoxicating liquor/fermented malt beverage license to Newport 1875, LLC; the motion carried 2‑0‑0. It also recommended Resolution 25‑R3330 to grant a new 2025‑2026 Class “A” fermented malt beverage (beer‑only) license to Taqueria Doblado, LLC (dba Doblado Mexican Grocery); that motion carried 3‑0‑0. The meeting was adjourned by a motion that carried 2‑0‑0.

• Recommended Resolution 25‑R3322 granting new 2025‑2026 Reserve Class B liquor license to Newport 1875, LLC – motion carried 2‑0‑0
• Recommended Resolution 25‑R3330 granting new 2025‑2026 Class A fermented malt beverage license to Taqueria Doblado, LLC – motion carried 3‑0‑0
• Meeting adjourned – motion carried 2‑0‑0

Common Council

The Common Council will hold a public hearing on the Water Supply Service Area Plan prepared by the City Utilities, a new requirement under Wisconsin Administrative Code NR 854. A second public hearing will consider rezoning the Oconomowoc Historical Museum from Traditional Residential to Institutional/Public. The agenda also includes a consent agenda with routine financial reports and election‑related resolutions, and a first reading of an ordinance to amend the zoning map for the museum.

• Public Hearing – Water Supply Service Area Plan (City Utilities)
• Public Hearing – Rezoning Oconomowoc Historical Museum, 103 W. Jefferson St. from TR to IP
• Consent Agenda – Treasurer's Report and Financials for November 2025
• Resolution 25‑R3327 – Adding/Combining Wards for Elections
• Ordinance 25‑O1113 – First reading to amend zoning map for the museum

The Common Council approved the ordinance amending the zoning map to change the Historical Museum site from Traditional Residential to Institutional/Public. It also adopted resolutions granting two new beverage licenses, supported a TAP grant application, and approved a voluntary contribution from Lutheran Social Services. All actions were approved unanimously.

• Approved Ordinance 25-O1113 rezoning Historical Museum to IP district (7-0-0)
• Adopted Resolution 25-R3322 granting Class B liquor license to Newport 1875, LLC (7-0-0)
• Adopted Resolution 25-R3330 granting Class A fermented malt beverage license to Taqueria Doblado, LLC (7-0-0)
• Adopted Resolution 25-R3331 supporting TAP grant application (7-0-0)
• Approved contribution agreement with Lutheran Social Services (7-0-0)
• Approved minutes of December 2, 2025 (7-0-0)
• Adjourned meeting (7-0-0)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will hear a presentation and discussion on the proposed Pabst Farms Development. The project is a preliminary 270‑acre mixed‑use plan that could include retail, services, multifamily housing, restaurants, pedestrian amenities and open spaces across Oconomowoc and the Village of Summit. No formal action, vote, or recommendation will be taken at this meeting.

• Presentation and discussion of the proposed Pabst Farms Development (270 acres, mixed‑use, Oconomowoc & Summit)
• No formal action or decision will be taken at this meeting

The Committee of the Whole met on Dec. 16, 2025 to discuss the proposed Pabst Farms development. Presentations covered land use, housing ratios, and retail plans, and aldermen raised concerns about single‑family versus multifamily ratios. No formal approvals, denials, or policy changes were adopted. The meeting was unanimously adjourned (8‑0‑0).

• Adjourned meeting (8-0-0)

Library Board

The Oconomowoc Public Library Board will consider and act on special closing dates needed for the new desk project, proposing closure on January 8 and possibly January 9 due to noise from removing the circulation and reference desks. The meeting also includes routine items such as approval of September and October 2025 vouchers totaling $27,585.54 and $17,195.40, review of finance and statistical reports, and committee updates. The Library Director will give a report covering budget, building repairs, collection updates, and program highlights.

• Consider/Act on setting special closing dates for new desk project (proposed Jan 8, possibly Jan 9)
• Approve vouchers for September 2025 ($27,585.54) and October 2025 ($17,195.40)
• Review September and October 2025 finance and statistical reports
• Committee reports from Planning, Nominating, Finance, and Operations committees
• Library Director’s report on budget, facilities repairs, new combined desk order, and program activities

Plan Commission

The Plan Commission will consider design plans for a new corporate office building and a zoning map amendment for the Oconomowoc Historical Museum. The body will also review planning department correspondence from October 2025.

• Major Design Review for a 7,936 SF Shorewest office building at 1229 Robruck Drive
• Ordinance 25-O1113 to rezone 103 W. Jefferson Street from Traditional Residential to Institutional Public for the Oconomowoc Historical Museum

The commission approved the master design plans for the Shorewest office building at 1229 Robruck Drive. It also voted to recommend to City Council the amendment of the zoning map for the Oconomowoc Historical Museum from Traditional Residential to Institutional Public. The November 5, 2025 meeting minutes were approved and the meeting was adjourned.

• Approved November 5, 2025 minutes (6-0)
• Approved Master Design Plans for Shorewest office building, 1229 Robruck Drive (6-0)
• Recommended to Council approval of Ordinance 25-O1113 to rezone 103 W. Jefferson St. to Institutional Public (6-0)
• Adjourned meeting (6-0)

Architectural Commission & Historic Preservation Commission

The Oconomowoc Architectural Commission will consider and vote on a Master Sign Plan for the Pabst Farms Retail Center at 1350 Penny Lane. Commissioners will also discuss after‑the‑fact building updates for the same site and for a Mexican grocery store at 202 W. Wisconsin Avenue, and review building plans for Caribou Coffee and Shorewest Realtors. Reports from the City Planning Department and the commissioners themselves will be presented.

• Master Sign Plan approval request for Pabst Farms Retail Center, 1350 Penny Lane
• After‑the‑fact building update approval for Pabst Farms Retail Center, 1350 Penny Lane
• After‑the‑fact façade update approval for Mexican Grocery Store, 202 W. Wisconsin Avenue
• Building plans approval for Caribou Coffee, 1445 Olympia Fields Drive
• Building plans approval for Shorewest Realtors office, 1229 Robruck Drive

The Architectural Commission approved the minutes from the November 5, 2025 meeting by a 3‑0‑2 vote. It also approved the master sign plan for the Pabst Farms Retail Center at 1350 Penny Lane, adding requirements that no exposed raceways be allowed, that future color changes require commission review, and that the tenant 5 end‑cap sign be centered over the clear glass; the motion passed 5‑0. The meeting was then adjourned at 5:28 pm.

• Approved November 5, 2025 meeting minutes (3-0-2)
• Approved Pabst Farms Retail Center Master Sign Plan with amendments (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 5:28 pm (5-0)

Public Services

The committee will consider and recommend Resolution 25‑R3329, which would approve an intergovernmental agreement for the Municipal Recycling Dividend Program with Waukesha County. The agreement outlines the City’s responsibilities for delivering recyclables to the County‑run material recovery facility and the County’s role in providing education and financial dividend payments. No other actions are listed on the agenda.

• Resolution 25‑R3329 – Approve intergovernmental agreement for Municipal Recycling Dividend Program with Waukesha County
• Agreement designates Waste Management of Wisconsin, Inc. at 132N10487 Grant Dr., Germantown, WI 53022 as the recycling facility
• County’s program has provided participating communities over $20 million in tax‑relief dividend payments

The Public Services Committee considered Resolution 25‑R3329, an intergovernmental agreement for the municipal recycling dividend program with Waukesha County. The agreement was revised to have recycling taken to the Germantown location after the 2023 fire. A motion to recommend the resolution was made by Alderman Aultman Kloth, seconded by Alderman Matt Rosek, and carried unanimously. The meeting was then adjourned by a unanimous motion.

• Recommended Resolution 25‑R3329 municipal recycling dividend agreement (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will consider and recommend four resolutions at its December 2, 2025 meeting. Resolution 25‑R3323 would authorize annual indexing of the city’s impact fees and sewer availability charges effective January 1, 2026, adjusting amounts such as the residential highway impact fee from $461 to $471 and the sewer availability charge for ⅝‑inch connections from $2,258 to $2,307. Resolution 25‑R3324 would approve the Lake Country Municipal Court’s 2026 budget, which projects revenues of $482,663 and matching expenditures of $482,663. Resolutions 25‑R3325 and 25‑R3326 would adjust development application review fees and award a GIS professional services contract for the Planning department, respectively.

• Resolution 25‑R3323: Index impact fees and sewer availability charges for 2026 (e.g., residential highway fee $461 → $471; sewer ⅝‑inch charge $2,258 → $2,307).
• Resolution 25‑R3324: Approve 2026 Lake Country Municipal Court budget (revenues $482,663, expenditures $482,663).
• Resolution 25‑R3325: Adjust development application review fees (details not specified in agenda).
• Resolution 25‑R3326: Award GIS professional services contract to Planning department (amount not specified).

The committee recommended and adopted Resolution 25‑R3323 to index impact fees and sewer charges starting Jan. 1, 2026. It also approved the 2026 Lake Country Municipal Court budget (Resolution 25‑R3324), increased development application review fees (Resolution 25‑R3325), and awarded a GIS professional services contract to Mead and Hunt (Resolution 25‑R3326). All motions passed unanimously, 3‑0‑0.

• Approved Resolution 25‑R3323 authorizing annual indexing of impact fees and sewer charges (3‑0‑0)
• Approved Resolution 25‑R3324 adopting the 2026 Lake Country Municipal Court budget (3‑0‑0)
• Approved Resolution 25‑R3325 adjusting development application review fees (3‑0‑0)
• Approved Resolution 25‑R3326 awarding GIS professional services contract to Mead and Hunt (3‑0‑0)
• Adopted motion to adjourn the meeting (3‑0‑0)

Utility Committee

The Utility Committee will meet to consider recommending the write-off of uncollectable utility customer accounts for 2025. These accounts are deemed uncollectable due to bankruptcy proceedings or customers moving out of the service area.

• Recommendation of $3,653.50 in 2025 utility customer write-offs

The committee approved the minutes from the November 4, 2025 meeting. It then unanimously recommended the 2025 utility customer write‑offs presented by Finance Director Hatton. The meeting was adjourned after the unanimous votes.

• Approved minutes of November 4, 2025 meeting (unanimous)
• Recommended 2025 utility customer write‑offs (unanimous)

Common Council

The Common Council will consider several resolutions, including authorizing annual indexing of impact fees and sewer availability charges effective Jan 1, 2026, approving the 2026 Lake Country Municipal Court budget, and adjusting development application review fees. The council will also act on a GIS professional services contract for Planning and on an American Tower lease assignment. A traffic signal design proposal for State Highway 67 at Olympia Fields Boulevard will be discussed.

• Resolution 25‑R3323: Authorize annual indexing of impact fees and sewer availability charges (effective Jan 1 2026)
• Resolution 25‑R3324: Approve the 2026 Lake Country Municipal Court budget
• Resolution 25‑R3325: Approve development application review fees adjustment
• Resolution 25‑R3326: GIS professional services contract (Planning)
• American Tower Assignment and Assumption of Lease Agreement

The Common Council adopted Resolution 25‑R3323 to index impact fees and sewer availability charges each year starting Jan 1 2026. It also approved the 2026 Lake Country Municipal Court budget, adjusted development review fees, and a GIS professional services contract. Additional actions included a recycling dividend agreement, utility write‑offs, an ordinance on lake aerators, an American Tower lease transfer, and a library board appointment.

• Approved Resolution 25‑R3323 indexing impact fees and sewer charges (8‑0‑0)
• Approved Resolution 25‑R3324 2026 Lake Country Municipal Court budget (8‑0‑0)
• Approved Resolution 25‑R3325 development application review fees adjustment (8‑0‑0)
• Approved Resolution 25‑R3326 GIS Professional Services Contract (8‑0‑0)
• Approved Resolution 25‑R3329 intergovernmental recycling dividend agreement with Waukesha County (8‑0‑0)
• Approved 2025 Utility Customer Write‑Offs (8‑0‑0)
• Gave Ordinance 25‑O1112 second reading to restrict lake aerator use (8‑0‑0)
• Approved American Tower Assignment and Assumption of Lease Agreement (8‑0‑0)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will hear a presentation from Pabst Farms and Cobalt Partners about a proposed 270‑acre mixed‑use development that spans Oconomowoc and the Village of Summit. The committee will also receive an update from the Lac La Belle Lake Management District on lake health and existing slow‑no‑wake zones. No formal actions or votes are scheduled; the meeting is for information gathering.

• Presentation on proposed 270‑acre Pabst Farms mixed‑use development
• Discussion of potential retail, multifamily, restaurants, and pedestrian amenities
• Presentation from Lac La Belle Lake Management District on lake health
• Discussion of existing slow‑no‑wake zones on Lac La Belle

The Committee of the Whole discussed the proposed Pabst Farms mixed‑use development and received a report from the Lac La Belle Lake Management District. No formal approvals, denials, or amendments were voted on. The meeting was adjourned by a motion that carried 8‑0‑0.

• Motion to adjourn carried unanimously (8-0-0)

Western Lakes Fire District’s Fire Board or Commission

The Western Lakes Fire District Fire Board will discuss and act on budget contributions from the Village of Merton and the Village of Hartland for the 2026 fiscal year. It will also review and approve an update to the Lexipol Policies and Procedures Manual. Additional items include a training grounds agreement with Waukesha County Technical College and an emergency management agreement for Urban Search and Rescue (WI-Task Force One). A closed session will address employee compensation and related matters.

• Discussion/Action – Village of Merton FD 2026 Operating & Capital Budget Contributions
• Discussion/Action – Village of Hartland FD 2026 Budget Contribution
• Discussion/Action – Lexipol Policies and Procedures Manual (Update, Review, Approval, Implementation)
• Discussion/Action – Waukesha County Technical College (WCTC) Training Grounds Agreement
• Discussion/Action – Wisconsin Emergency Management (WEM) Agreement for Urban Search and Rescue (WI-Task Force One)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will meet to review the monthly voucher report for October 2025 and the 3rd Quarter 2025 Finance Reports covering July 1 through September 30, 2025.

• Review of October 2025 Monthly Voucher Report
• Review of 3rd Quarter 2025 Finance Reports
• Payment of $9,000.00 to A. C. Engineering Company for Test Cooney's Bus 7
• Payment of $6,161.40 to Baker Tilly Virchow Krause LLP for ARPA examination final billing
• Payment of $4,438.01 to AB Data Ltd for 2025 postage estimate

The committee reviewed the October voucher report and the 3rd quarter 2025 finance reports, noting no concerns. A motion to adjourn was made, seconded, and carried unanimously. No substantive approvals, denials, or policy actions were taken.

• Motion to adjourn carried 3-0-0

Utility Committee

The Oconomowoc Utility Committee has no items to move forward at this meeting. The committee received department reports on electric, water and wastewater sales, rate trends, and ongoing project updates. Discussion centered on service installations, meter testing, and infrastructure work, but no decisions or approvals were required.

• Completed Pabst Farms retail 3‑Phase service and replacement of 1980’s vintage primary underground cable in Beggs Isle Dr., Mainland Dr., and Blackhawk Dr.
• Replaced circuit breakers 73, 74, 75, and 76 at Cooney Substation as part of the capital plan.
• Installed traffic signals on Pabst Farms Blvd for new development.
• Well 8 Pumping Station: pump room work 75% complete, filter room iron filter installed on 10/24, generator delivered 10/29.
• October installations: 20 new underground electric services, 28 new meters, and 4 single‑phase meters replaced (615 remain for 2025).

Protection and Welfare Committee

The Protection and Welfare Committee will consider an ordinance to restrict the use of lake aerators from November 15 through April 15 to prevent thin ice safety hazards. The committee will also review taxicab driver license applications.

• Ordinance 25-O1112 to restrict aerator use on lakes from Nov 15 to April 15
• Proposed fines of $100 to $250 for aerator ordinance violations
• Taxicab driver license applications for Paul Bielik and Paul Carpenter (Silver Streak)

The Protection & Welfare Committee voted unanimously to recommend Ordinance 25-O1112, creating Section 21.19 to restrict the use of aerators on lakes from November 15 to April 15. The committee also approved taxicab driver licenses for Paul Bielik and Paul Carpenter of Silver Streak. Both motions passed with a 3‑0‑0 vote.

• Recommended Ordinance 25-O1112 restricting lake aerators (3-0-0)
• Approved taxicab driver licenses for Paul Bielik and Paul Carpenter (3-0-0)
• Adjourned meeting (3-0-0)

Common Council

The Oconomowoc Common Council will consider several items, including a first‑reading ordinance to restrict lake aerator use, two certified survey maps that would subdivide parcels on Town Centre Way, a presentation on the Journey21 project, a resolution to adjust the 2026 wastewater treatment rate, and approval of the 2026 utility budgets for wastewater, water, and electric services.

• Ordinance 25-O1112 – create Section 21.19 to restrict use of aerators on the lakes (1st reading)
• Certified Survey Map for Pabst 59 – divide lot at 1581 Town Centre Way into four lots
• Certified Survey Map for Pabst 59 – divide lot at 1585 Town Centre Way into three lots and an outlot
• Resolution 25-R3320 – approve the 2026 wastewater treatment rate adjustment
• Approval of the 2026 utility budgets (wastewater, water, electric)

The Common Council adopted the 2026 wastewater treatment rate adjustment and approved the 2026 utility budgets for wastewater, water, and electric services, each with an 8‑0‑0 vote. The council also gave the first reading to Ordinance 25‑O1112 restricting lake aerator use, and approved the meeting minutes and consent agenda unanimously. A motion to enter closed session to discuss intermunicipal agreements and litigation was also carried 8‑0‑0.

• Approved November 4, 2025 meeting minutes (8-0-0)
• Approved consent agenda (8-0-0)
• First reading of Ordinance 25-O1112 restricting aerator use (8-0-0)
• Adopted Resolution 25-R3320 approving 2026 wastewater treatment rate adjustment (8-0-0)
• Approved 2026 utility budgets for wastewater, water, and electric (8-0-0)
• Moved into closed session to discuss intermunicipal agreements and litigation (8-0-0)
• Held Certified Survey Map for Pabst 59 at 1581 Town Centre Way (no decision)
• Held Certified Survey Map for Pabst 59 at 1585 Town Centre Way (no decision)

Library Board

The Oconomowoc Public Library Board of Trustees will meet to approve the final 2026 library budget and set special closing dates for the coming year. The board will also review the 2026 annual addendum for the Bridges Library System Member Library and Café Agreement.

• Approval of final 2026 library budget
• Proposed 2026 closing dates: November 25 (6 pm), May 10, and October 2
• 2026 Annual Addendum to the Bridges Library System Member Library and Café Agreement
• Presentation of Stage 1 Renovation and Expansion Project

Western Lakes Fire District’s Fire Board or Commission

The Western Lakes Fire District Board and municipal owners will review a facilities needs assessment and impact fee study prepared by McMahon Associates. They will also discuss three sample ordinances covering reflective fire signs, lift‑assist equipment, and lake aerator use. Routine items include approval of minutes from the June 11, 2025 joint owners meeting and scheduling the next joint meeting.

• Presentation/Discussion – Facilities Needs Assessment and Impact Fee Study (McMahon Associates)
• Presentation/Discussion – Sample Property Addressing Ordinance (Reflective Fire Signs)
• Presentation/Discussion – Sample Lift Assist Ordinance
• Presentation/Discussion – Sample Use of Aerators on Lakes Ordinance
• Approval of Minutes from Joint Owners Meeting – June 11, 2025

Parks & Recreation Board

The Parks & Recreation Board will vote on the allocation of $90,000 for equipment relocation at Hawthorne Ridge Park and consider a $20,000 private donation. It will also approve requested dates for the Badgerland Waterski Club’s 2026 season on Fowler Lake. Additional actions include approving the October 2025 minutes and September 2025 vouchers.

• Allocate $90,000 for equipment footprint at Hawthorne Ridge Park (relocation to Lake Ridge Park)
• Consider donation of $20,000 toward Hawthorne Ridge Park improvements
• Approve Badgerland Waterski Club dates for 2026 season on Fowler Lake
• Approve October 2025 meeting minutes
• Approve September 2025 vouchers

The Parks & Recreation Board approved seven of the requested Badgerland water‑ski show dates (June 11, 18, 25; July 9, 23, 30; August 4) after removing three dates. The board also approved the October 2025 meeting minutes and October 2025 vouchers, and then adjourned the meeting at 7:45 p.m.

• Approved October 2025 meeting minutes (motion carried, no opposition)
• Approved seven Badgerland water‑ski show dates, removed July 13, 14 and August 13 (motion carried, 1 opposition)
• Approved October 2025 vouchers (motion carried, no opposition)
• Adjourned meeting (motion carried, no opposition)

Plan Commission

The Oconomowoc Plan Commission will discuss four regular‑business items. Commissioners will consider the postponed major design review for a second driveway at 1196 Dorchester Drive, a preliminary plat for Prairie Creek Ridge Addition #11 at the southwest corner of Brown Street and County Highway K, and two certified survey maps that would divide the Pabst 59 property at 1581 and 1585 Town Centre Way into multiple lots. No other actions are listed.

• Consider/act on the Major Design Review plans for a second driveway access at 1196 Dorchester Drive (postponed from October 8, 2025)
• Consider/recommend the Preliminary Plat for Prairie Creek Ridge Addition #11 at the SW corner of Brown Street and CTH K
• Consider/recommend the Certified Survey Map for Pabst 59 to divide one lot into four lots at 1581 Town Centre Way
• Consider/recommend the Certified Survey Map for Pabst 59 to divide one lot into three lots and an outlot at 1585 Town Centre Way

The Plan Commission voted 6-0 to recommend approval of the preliminary plat for the 88‑lot Prairie Creek Ridge Addition #11. It also approved a second driveway access at 1196 Dorchester Drive with conditions, and recommended approval of two certified survey maps for the Pabst 59 site, each with a 5-0-1 vote. The October 8, 2025 meeting minutes were approved unanimously.

• Recommend approval of preliminary plat for Prairie Creek Ridge #11 (6-0)
• Approve second driveway access at 1196 Dorchester Drive with conditions (6-0)
• Recommend approval of Pabst 59 certified survey map at 1581 Town Centre Way, subject to technical concerns (5-0-1 abstain)
• Recommend approval of Pabst 59 certified survey map at 1585 Town Centre Way, subject to technical concerns and maintenance agreement (5-0-1 abstain)
• Approve October 8, 2025 meeting minutes (6-0)

Architectural Commission & Historic Preservation Commission

The Oconomowoc Architectural Commission will consider and approve building plans for Caribou Coffee at 1445 Olympia Fields Drive, Shorewest Realtors at 1229 Robruck Drive, a façade update for a Mexican Grocery Store at 202 E. Wisconsin Avenue, and an after‑the‑fact update for Pabst Farms Retail Center at 1350 Penny Lane. The meeting will also approve the minutes from the October 8, 2025 session.

• Caribou Coffee – approve building plans for a coffee shop at 1445 Olympia Fields Drive
• Shorewest Realtors – approve building plans for an office building at 1229 Robruck Drive
• Mexican Grocery Store – approve after‑the‑fact façade update at 202 E. Wisconsin Avenue
• Pabst Farms Retail Center – approve after‑the‑fact building update at 1350 Penny Lane
• Approve minutes of the October 8, 2025 meeting

The Architectural and Historic Preservation Commission approved several project plans: Caribou Coffee’s coffee shop plans (3‑0), Shorewest Realtors’ office building with a window‑alignment amendment (2‑1), the Mexican Grocery Store’s paint colors and a required dumpster plan (3‑0), and the Pabst Farms Retail Center’s after‑the‑fact update with specific design conditions (2‑1). The minutes from the October 8 meeting were also approved (3‑0).

• Approved minutes of Oct 8, 2025 (3-0)
• Approved Caribou Coffee building plans at 1445 Olympia Fields Drive (3-0)
• Approved Shorewest Realtors building plans at 1229 Robruck Drive with window alignment amendment (2-1)
• Approved after‑the‑fact paint colors for Mexican Grocery Store at 202 W. Wisconsin Avenue, requiring a dumpster enclosure plan (3-0)
• Approved after‑the‑fact building update for Pabst Farms Retail Center at 1350 Penny Lane with spandrel glass, color accents, parapet reduction, and other conditions (2-1)
• Denial motion for Pabst Farms update failed (no second)
• Approved Caribou Coffee plan amendment to increase east‑facing windows (3-0)
• Approved Shorewest Realtors plan amendment to align vertical mullion elements (2-1)

Public Services

The Public Services Committee will consider three resolutions. One would approve a five‑year inspection service contract with Wisconsin Building Inspections. Two would approve the Dog Park fencing bid and the Dog Park grading and seeding bid, the latter requiring a budget amendment. No formal action will be taken at this meeting; the committee will make recommendations to the Common Council.

• Resolution 25‑R3321 – approve a five‑year inspection service contract with Wisconsin Building Inspections (effective Jan 1 2026‑Dec 31 2030)
• Resolution 25‑R3284 – approve Dog Park fencing bid of $72,680 plus 10% contingency (net $79,948)
• Resolution 25‑R3315 – approve Dog Park grading and seeding bid of $104,635 plus 10% contingency (net $115,098.50), requiring a budget amendment

The Public Services Committee recommended and approved Resolution 25‑R3321 to contract Wisconsin Building Inspections for a five‑year inspection service (vote 3‑0‑0). It also approved Resolution 25‑R3284 for the dog park fencing project bid (vote 3‑0‑0) and Resolution 25‑R3315 for the dog park grading and seeding bid (vote 2‑0‑1). All motions were carried and the meeting adjourned at 6:28 PM.

• Approved Inspection Service Contract with Wisconsin Building Inspections (3-0-0)
• Approved Dog Park Fencing Project Bid (3-0-0)
• Approved Dog Park Grading and Seeding Bid (2-0-1)
• Adjourned meeting (3-0-0)

Utility Committee

The Utility Committee will consider a contract extension with Badger State Waste, LLC for the removal and land application of liquid biosolids. The committee will also act on the approval for the replacement of an effluent aeration blower.

• Resolution 25-R3317: 3-year biosolids hauling extension with Badger State Waste, LLC
• Proposed 2026 hauling rate: $0.075 per gallon ($131,250 estimated annual cost)
• Proposed 2027-2028 hauling rate: $0.080 per gallon ($140,000 estimated annual cost)
• Approval of Replacement of Effluent Aeration Blower

The committee approved the August 19, 2025 minutes unanimously. It recommended Resolution 25‑R3317 to extend biosolids hauling for three years. It also approved replacing the 40‑year‑old effluent aeration blower. The meeting was adjourned after the votes.

• Approved August 19, 2025 minutes (3-0-0)
• Recommended Resolution 25‑R3317 for biosolids hauling three‑year extension (3-0-0)
• Approved replacement of effluent aeration blower (3-0-0)
• Adjourned meeting (3-0-0)

Common Council

The Common Council will hear public input on the Wastewater Treatment Plant Facilities Plan and the proposed 2026 budget. It will then consider resolutions to adopt the 2026 annual budget, set the 2025 property tax levy for that budget, and approve the wastewater facility plan report. Additional items include a developer agreement for the Olde Highlander Snyder Way Extension and a three‑year biosolids hauling extension.

• Resolution 25‑R3318: Approve Wastewater Facility Plan Report
• Resolution to adopt the City of Oconomowoc 2026 Annual Budget
• Resolution to set the 2025 Property Tax Levy for the 2026 budget
• Developer’s Agreement for Olde Highlander Snyder Way Extension–Phase I (Consent Agenda)
• Resolution 25‑R3317: Biosolids Hauling Three‑Year Extension

The Common Council approved the 2026 City of Oconomowoc Annual Budget and set the 2025 property tax levy at $16,902,412. It also adopted the Wastewater Facility Plan Report and several infrastructure contracts, including an inspection service contract, dog park fencing and grading/seeding, and a biosolids hauling extension. Additionally, the council passed an ordinance updating weapons regulations.

• Approved Inspection Service Contract with Wisconsin Building Inspections (Resolution 25‑R3321) – vote 8-0-0
• Approved Dog Park Fencing Project Bid (Resolution 25‑R3284) – vote 8-0-0
• Approved Dog Park Grading and Seeding (Resolution 25‑R3315) – vote 7-0-1 (No: Schellpeper)
• Approved Biosolids Hauling three‑year extension (Resolution 25‑R3317) – vote 8-0-0
• Approved ordinance 25‑O1109 to repeal/recreate weapons sections (second reading) – vote 8-0-0
• Approved Wastewater Facility Plan Report (Resolution 25‑R3318) – vote 8-0-0
• Adopted 2026 Annual Budget – vote 8-0-0
• Set 2025 Property Tax Levy at $16,902,412 for 2026 budget – vote 8-0-0

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will review and recommend the 2026 sanitary sewer rate schedule for the wastewater utility. It will also consider the proposed 2026 utility budgets for wastewater, water and electric services. Any recommendations will be forwarded to the Common Council for final approval at its November 18 meeting.

• Proposed 2026 sanitary sewer residential rate increase of 5.8%, raising the average monthly bill by $1.83 (from $33.61 to $33.44).
• Wastewater budget shows a $614,335 (6.1%) rise in operating expenses and adds $1.2 million for a treatment‑facility plan study, $400,000 more than the prior capital plan.
• Water budget includes $2.1 million for water‑main replacements, notably on East Wisconsin Avenue near the Highway 67 bypass.
• Electric budget projects a 4.0% increase in operating revenue ($1,133,032) with no rate increase scheduled for 2026.
• Wastewater service fees are adjusted, e.g., application fee rises from $230 to $243 and sampling fee from $5.00 to $5.30.

The Committee of the Whole voted to recommend the 2026 Sanitary Sewer Rate Schedule for wastewater, passing the motion 8-0-0. It also approved the recommended 2026 utility budgets for wastewater, water and electric, also by an 8-0-0 vote. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Recommend 2026 Sanitary Sewer Rate Schedule (wastewater) – approved 8-0-0
• Recommend 2026 Utility Budgets (wastewater, water, electric) – approved 8-0-0

Western Lakes Fire District’s Fire Board or Commission

The Western Lakes Fire District Fire Commission will meet on Oct. 30, 2025. After approving the July 10, 2025 meeting minutes, the commission will hold a closed session to consider employment, promotion, and compensation matters for part‑time and full‑time staff, including full‑time lieutenant and captain candidates. In the open session, the commission will discuss and potentially act on the promotional eligibility pools for full‑time lieutenants and captains.

• Approve minutes from the July 10, 2025 Fire Commission meeting
• Closed session to consider employment, promotion, compensation, and performance evaluation of part‑time and full‑time employees, including lieutenant and captain candidates
• Discussion/action on Full‑time Lieutenant Promotional Eligibility Pool
• Discussion/action on Full‑time Captain Promotional Eligibility Pool

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing to discuss a variance request for a residential addition. The board will decide whether to allow the structure to encroach into the required street yard setback.

• Variance request for 304 Woodland Lane to allow a home addition 9’ 5” from the front property line
• Proposed setback encroachment of 90 SF for the garage, 30 SF for the porch (first and second floor), and 54 SF for the home (second floor)

The board approved the minutes of the November 12, 2024 meeting by a 7‑0 vote. After a public hearing, it voted 7‑0 to approve a variance allowing a 336 SF addition at 304 Woodland Lane, subject to three conditions: retain existing front‑yard landscaping, do not widen the driveway, and obtain building permits. The meeting was adjourned at 6:36 pm.

• Approved November 12, 2024 minutes (7‑0)
• Approved variance for 304 Woodland Lane addition of 336 SF with three conditions (7‑0)
• Adjourned meeting (7‑0)

Western Lakes Fire District’s Fire Board or Commission

The Western Lakes Fire District Fire Board will review several items, including the Village of Merton fire department's operating and capital budget contributions, an extension of the Town of Ashippun EMS contract, and a blood services agreement with Dr. Schultz and Dr. Cady. The board will also receive a report on fleet and facilities and consider fireground physical‑ability test equipment and validation. A closed session will address employee compensation and contract service agreements.

• Discussion/Action – Village of Merton FD Operating & Capital Budget Contributions
• Discussion/Action – Blood Services Agreement, Dr. Schultz & Dr. Cady
• Discussion/Action – Town of Ashippun EMS Contract Extension
• Discussion/Action – Fireground Physical Ability Test Equipment and Validation
• Consent Agenda – Payment of Bills

Police Commission

The Oconomowoc Police Commission will approve the minutes from the April 3, 2025 meeting. It will then consider and act on three personnel matters: disbanding the Officer Eligibility List, the new hire/lateral transfer process, and confirming the Chief's appointment of a Police Sergeant. Commissioners may also offer comments before the meeting adjourns.

• Approve minutes from the April 3, 2025 meeting
• Consider/act on disbanding the Officer Eligibility List
• Consider/act on new hire process/lateral transfer hire
• Consider/act on confirmation of Chief's appointment for Police Sergeant

The commission appointed Danny Day as Chairman Pro Tem and approved the April 3, 2025 minutes. It disbanded the Officer Eligibility List, approved a new lateral hire process, and confirmed the promotion of Chris Agamaite to Police Sergeant. The meeting was adjourned at 5:27 PM.

• Appointed Danny Day as Chairman Pro Tem (4-0-0)
• Approved April 3, 2025 minutes (4-0-0)
• Disbanded Officer Eligibility List (4-0-0)
• Approved new hire process for lateral transfers (4-0-0)
• Confirmed promotion of Chris Agamaite to Police Sergeant (4-0-0)
• Adjourned meeting (4-0-0)

Public Services

The Public Services Committee will consider recommending Resolution 25-R3319 to the Common Council. The resolution proposes hiring Ruekert & Mielke for engineering, surveying, and permitting services to extend Lake Bluff Drive from N Lake Road to a dead end near Yosemite Road.

• Resolution 25-R3319: Engineering services for Lake Bluff Drive extension
• Proposed contract with Ruekert & Mielke for $86,000 plus a 10% contingency ($8,600), totaling $94,600

The Public Services Committee considered Resolution 25‑R3319 for professional engineering services to extend Lake Bluff Drive. The committee recommended that the Common Council accept the not‑to‑exceed proposal from Ruekert & Mielke for $86,000, plus a 10 % contingency totaling $94,600. No formal vote tally was recorded in the minutes. The Common Council will act on the recommendation at a later meeting.

• Committee recommended acceptance of $86,000 engineering services proposal with 10% contingency ($94,600 total) (no vote recorded)

Finance Committee

The Oconomowoc Finance Committee will review the September 2025 voucher report and discuss several actions. It will consider Resolution 25‑R3316 to approve budget amendments for grants and donations received July 1‑September 30, 2025. The committee will also consider Ordinance 25‑O1111 to repeal and recreate the Second Street Lift Station impact‑fee schedule, and Resolution 25‑R3314 to extend the city auditor contract with Baker Tilly, LLP for two years.

• Review of the Monthly Voucher Report – September 2025
• Resolution 25‑R3316: Approve budget amendments for 3rd‑quarter grants and donations (7/1/25‑9/30/25)
• Ordinance 25‑O1111: Repeal and recreate 27.09 (8) Second Street Lift Station Impact Fee Schedule/Calculation
• Resolution 25‑R3314: Approve a two‑year extension of the auditor contract with Baker Tilly, LLP

The committee unanimously recommended and adopted three measures: budget amendments for third‑quarter grants and donations, a repeal and recreation of the Second Street Lift Station impact‑fee schedule, and a two‑year extension of the auditor contract with Baker Tilly, LLP. All three motions passed with a 3‑0‑0 vote. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved budget amendments for 3rd quarter grants and donations (3-0-0)
• Repealed and recreated Second Street Lift Station Impact Fee Schedule (3-0-0)
• Approved two‑year extension of auditor contract with Baker Tilly, LLP (3-0-0)
• Adjourned meeting (3-0-0)

Utility Committee

The Oconomowoc Utility Committee has no items requiring a decision at this meeting. The agenda consists solely of informational reports on utility sales, water rate changes approved by the Public Service Commission, and project updates.

• Water rate increase approved by PSC effective Oct 15
• Winter disconnection moratorium for electric customers
• Delinquent balance tax roll transfer for unpaid utility bills
• Well 8 Pumping Station project updates
• Traffic signal installation along Pabst Farms Blvd

Protection and Welfare Committee

The Protection & Welfare Committee will consider recommending Ordinance 25-O1109, which repeals and recreates sections of §9.02 on discharging and carrying weapons. The ordinance updates language on permitted carrying, adds provisions for Class B license premises, creates a removal‑from‑property clause, and requires permits for discharging shotguns or muzzle loaders. No financial impact is noted. The committee will advise the Common Council on adoption.

• Ordinance 25-O1109 to repeal and recreate §9.02 sections on weapon discharge
• Revision of permitted carrying language for weapons, knives, and firearms
• Amendment to Class "B" license provisions in §9.02(2)(d)
• New permit requirement for discharging shotguns or muzzle loaders
• Removal‑from‑property clause allowing police to remove individuals refusing to leave

The Protection & Welfare Committee voted to recommend Ordinance 25-O1109, which would repeal and recreate sections of §9.02 concerning discharging and carrying weapons. The motion was carried unanimously with a 3‑0‑0 vote. The meeting was then adjourned by a unanimous 3‑0‑0 vote.

• Recommend Ordinance 25-O1109 to repeal and recreate sections of §9.02 (3-0-0)
• Adjourn meeting (3-0-0)

Common Council

The Oconomowoc Common Council will hold a public hearing on a conditional use permit for a 169-foot cell tower at Wisconsin Brewing Company Park. The meeting includes approval of financial reports, utility easement agreements, and several ordinances and resolutions.

• Public Hearing: Conditional use permit for 169' cell tower at Wisconsin Brewing Company Park
• Approval of Treasurer's Report and Financials for September 2025
• Consideration of Ordinance 25-O1111 to update Second Street Lift Station impact fees
• Consideration of Resolution 25-R3314 to extend Auditor contract with Baker Tilly, LLP
• Consideration of Ordinance 25-O1109 to update weapons discharge regulations

The Oconomowoc Common Council approved the minutes from October 7 and the consent agenda unanimously. It adopted budget amendments for third‑quarter grants, extended the city auditor contract with Baker Tilly for two years, and passed ordinances revising the Second Street lift‑station impact fee and weapons‑carrying rules. The council also approved engineering services to extend Lake Bluff Drive and approved the preliminary plat for Weston Acres.

• Approved October 7 minutes (6-0-0)
• Approved consent agenda (6-0-0)
• Adopted Resolution 25‑R3316 approving 3rd‑quarter budget amendments (6-0-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 25‑O1111 repealing and recreating Second Street lift‑station impact fee schedule (6-0-0)
• Adopted Resolution 25‑R3314 extending auditor contract with Baker Tilly, LLP for two years (6-0-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 25‑O1109 repealing and recreating weapons‑carrying sections with amendments (6-0-0)
• Approved Resolution 25‑R3319 approving engineering services for extending Lake Bluff Drive (6-0-0)
• Approved preliminary plat for Weston Acres at Marks Rd and Reddelien Rd (6-0-0)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will discuss plans to reconstruct the park and add restrooms on the northwest corner of the adjacent building. The body is reviewing public feedback and evaluating two potential public-private partnership models for construction and ownership. No formal action will be taken at this meeting.

• Proposed budget of $3,338,573 for City Green improvements
• Discussion of restroom construction and a potential rooftop deck
• Review of funding sources including TIF #4, TIF #6, and Parks Impact Fees
• Evaluation of public-private partnership options for building ownership
• Review of public comments from September 30 and October 7, 2025

The Committee of the Whole held a public discussion on the proposed Village Green and boardwalk improvements, including restroom locations and public‑private partnership options. No formal approvals, denials, or policy changes were recorded. The meeting was concluded with a motion to adjourn that passed unanimously.

• Motion to adjourn carried 8-0-0

Parks & Recreation Board

The Parks and Recreation Board will consider whether to revise a previous motion regarding the relocation of the Hawthorn Ridge Park playground. The board will also review a proposal for the 2026 Moonlit Movies schedule at Fowler Park.

• Discussion on reopening the motion to relocate the Hawthorn Ridge Park playground to Lake Ridge green space
• Review of Moonlit Movies LTD. request for Fowler Park use on June 11, July 9, and August 6, 2026
• Consideration of September 2025 vouchers
• Planning updates for the Village Green

The board approved the September 2025 meeting minutes. It voted to table further discussion of Hawthorn Ridge Park until December. The board approved new 2026 moonlit movie dates (June 11, July 9, August 6). It also approved the September 2025 vouchers and then adjourned the meeting.

• Approved September 2025 meeting minutes (motion carried, no opposition)
• Tabled Hawthorn Ridge Park discussion until December (motion carried, no opposition)
• Approved 2026 moonlit movie dates: June 11, July 9, August 6 (motion carried, no opposition)
• Approved September 2025 vouchers (motion carried, no opposition)
• Adjourned meeting (motion carried, no opposition)

Plan Commission

The Oconomowoc Plan Commission will approve the minutes from the September 3, 2025 meeting and hear citizen comments. It will consider and recommend actions on five regular‑business items: a final condominium plat addendum for The Reserve at Olde Highlander, major design reviews for a Caribou Coffee restaurant and a driveway access at 1196 Dorchester Drive, a conditional use permit for a 165‑foot monopole cell tower, and a preliminary plat for Weston Acres. The commission will also receive August 2025 correspondence from the Planning Department before adjourning.

• Recommend approval of the Final Condominium Plat – Addendum #3 for The Reserve at Olde Highlander (Stirling Drive, between Mackenzie Lane and Scotsland Lane)
• Consider/act on Major Design Review plans for Caribou Coffee restaurant (approx. 1445 Olympia Fields Drive)
• Consider/act on Major Design Review plans for a second driveway access at 1196 Dorchester Drive
• Consider/recommend Conditional Use Permit for a 165' monopole cell tower at 1011 Blue Ribbon Circle North
• Consider/recommend Preliminary Plat for Weston Acres at the southwest corner of Marks Road and Reddelien Road

The commission approved the September 3 minutes and recommended approval of a revised condominium plat for the Reserve at Olde Highlander. It approved the Major Design Review plans for a Caribou Coffee restaurant with six conditions and a one‑way traffic flow. The commission tabled a second driveway request at 1196 Dorchester Drive and voted 2‑2‑2 to send a conditional use permit for a 165‑foot cell tower to the City Council. It also approved the preliminary plat for the Weston Acres subdivision.

• Approved September 3, 2025 minutes (6-0)
• Recommended approval of revised Condominium Plat for Reserve at Olde Highlander (6-0)
• Approved Major Design Review plans for Caribou Coffee at 1445 Olympia Fields Drive with conditions (6-0)
• Tabled Major Design Review plans for second driveway at 1196 Dorchester Drive (6-0)
• Recommended to Council Conditional Use Permit for 165' cell tower at 1011 Blue Ribbon Circle North; vote 2 ayes, 2 nays, 2 abstained; moves forward without commission recommendation
• Recommended approval of Preliminary Plat for Weston Acres subdivision (6-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:54 PM (6-0)

Architectural Commission & Historic Preservation Commission

The Oconomowoc Architectural Commission will vote on an updated Master Sign Plan for the Mann Block Building at 102‑108 N. Main Street, including corner paneling and removal of a matte film on ground‑floor windows by November 7 2025. The commission will also discuss design feedback for a Caribou Coffee coffee shop at 1445 Olympia Fields Drive and a Shorewest Realtors office at 1229 Robruck Drive, with no immediate action on those projects. Minutes from the September 3, 2025 meeting will be approved.

• Approve Master Sign Plan update for Mann Block Building, 102‑108 N. Main Street (corner paneling samples required; matte film on windows to be removed by Nov 7 2025)
• Discuss building plans for Caribou Coffee, ~1,800 sq ft coffee shop at 1445 Olympia Fields Drive (design feedback only, no action)
• Discuss building plans for Shorewest Realtors, ~7,936 sq ft office at 1229 Robruck Drive (design feedback only, no action)
• Approve minutes of the September 3, 2025 Architectural Commission meeting

The Architectural Commission approved the September 3, 2025 meeting minutes by a 4‑0 vote. It then approved an updated master sign plan for the Mann Block Building at 102‑108 N. Main Street, requiring façade repairs, window‑film removal, a matte copper finish on door panels, and prohibiting any sign changes until repairs are completed, also by a 4‑0 vote. No actions were taken on the Caribou Coffee or Shorewest Realtors project proposals.

• Approved September 3, 2025 minutes (4-0)
• Approved updated master sign plan for Mann Block Building, with conditions (4-0)
• Caribou Coffee building plans discussed, no action taken
• Shorewest Realtors office building plans discussed, no action taken
• Adjourned meeting at 6:16 pm (4-0)

Protection and Welfare Committee

The Protection and Welfare Committee will consider two ordinances. One proposal expands the prohibition of open intoxicants to include sidewalks and privately owned streets. The second proposal updates the city code to align with a 2025 Wisconsin state law regarding misdemeanor battery.

• Ordinance 25-O1108: Repeal and recreate 9.20(1)(a)1 to restrict intoxicants on public rights-of-way and private streets
• Ordinance 25-O1110: Amend Section 9.940.19(1) to reference Wisconsin Statute 940.60(1) regarding Misdemeanor Battery

The Protection & Welfare Committee voted to recommend Ordinance 25-O1108 to repeal and recreate the Use of Intoxicants Restricted rule. It also voted to recommend Ordinance 25-O1110 to amend the misdemeanor battery section of the code. Both motions carried with a 3-0-0 vote. The meeting was then adjourned with a unanimous vote.

• Recommended Ordinance 25-O1108 to repeal and recreate 9.20(1)(a)1 Use of Intoxicants Restricted – motion carried 3-0-0
• Recommended Ordinance 25-O1110 to amend §9.940.19(1) Offenses Against State Laws Relating to Misdemeanor Battery – motion carried 3-0-0
• Adjourned meeting – motion carried 3-0-0

Common Council

The Oconomowoc Common Council will discuss a Memorandum of Understanding for the Pabst Farms Development, vote on Resolution 25‑R3313 to change building inspection fees, and consider Resolution 25‑R3312 supporting the expansion of Interstate 94 in western Waukesha County. Additional items include a presentation from the Waukesha County Center for Growth and a discussion of the 2026 city budget.

• Memorandum of Understanding for Pabst Farms Development
• Resolution 25‑R3313 – Building Inspection Fee Changes
• Resolution 25‑R3312 – Support for Interstate 94 expansion in western Waukesha County
• Presentation/Update from Waukesha County Center for Growth
• Discussion/recommendation on the 2026 City Budget

The Common Council adopted a Memorandum of Understanding for the Pabst Farms mixed‑use development, with a unanimous 7‑0‑0 vote. It also approved a resolution supporting the expansion of Interstate 94 in western Waukesha County (7‑0‑0) and reallocated $12,500 from the County Center for Growth to senior meals (5‑0‑2). Additional actions included adopting two ordinances on intoxicants and battery offenses, changing the building inspection fee (6‑0‑1), and cutting the garbage fee to $205 (7‑0‑0).

• Approved Pabst Farms Development MOU (7-0-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 25-O1108 on intoxicants restriction (6-0-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 25-O1110 amending battery offense code (6-0-0)
• Approved Resolution 25-R3312 supporting I‑94 expansion (7-0-0)
• Adopted Resolution 25-R3313 Building Inspection Fee Changes (6-0-1, No: Jungwirth)
• Reallocated $12,500 from County Center for Growth to senior meals (5-0-2, No: Ellis, Schellpeper)
• Cut garbage fee from $210 to $205 (7-0-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda items (6-0-0)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will discuss the City Green Improvements project, which has a total budget of $3,338,573 from various funding sources. They will review service options with John’s Disposal, including changes to bulk and yard‑waste collection. The body will consider Resolution 25‑R3313 to increase building inspection fees and Resolution 25‑R3312 supporting the Interstate 94 expansion in western Waukesha County.

• Discussion of City Green Improvements with total budget $3,338,573 (funded by TIF, impact fees, tourism, grants, etc.)
• Service options discussion with John’s Disposal, proposing on‑call bulk pick‑up and additional yard‑waste days
• Consideration of Resolution 25‑R3313 to raise building inspection fees (e.g., residential from $0.30/sf to $0.40/sf, deck fee $100 to $175) effective Jan 1 2026
• Consideration of Resolution 25‑R3312 supporting the expansion of Interstate 94 in western Waukesha County
• No formal actions will be taken; the meeting is for information gathering only

The Committee voted to recommend Resolution 25‑R3313, which changes city building inspection fees, with a unanimous 6‑0‑0 vote. It also voted to recommend Resolution 25‑R3312, expressing support for the expansion of Interstate 94 in western Waukesha County, also by a 6‑0‑0 vote. The meeting was then adjourned by a unanimous motion.

• Recommend Resolution 25‑R3313 Building Inspection Fee Changes (6‑0‑0)
• Recommend Resolution 25‑R3312 supporting I‑94 expansion (6‑0‑0)
• Adjourn meeting (6‑0‑0)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will meet to review, consider, and take action on the 2026 City of Oconomowoc Proposed Budget. The meeting serves as a workshop for the Common Council to gather information regarding their decision-making responsibility.

• Review and consideration of the 2026 City of Oconomowoc Proposed Budget

The Committee moved $25,000 from tourism to the City Green program and $6,500 from tourism to the Sister‑City travel fund; both motions passed unanimously. The meeting was then adjourned with an 8‑0‑0 vote.

• Reallocated $25,000 tourism funds to City Green (unanimous)
• Reallocated $6,500 tourism funds to Sister‑City travel fund (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (8-0-0)

Western Lakes Fire District’s Fire Board or Commission

The Western Lakes Fire District’s Fire Board will meet to discuss budget contributions from the Village of Merton and review several personnel policies. The board will also consider actions on various equipment replacements and purchases for 2025 and 2026.

• Village of Merton FD Operating & Capital Budget Contributions
• Discipline, Extra Time, and Employee Benefits Policies
• Dodge County Joint Powers Agreement
• Engine 56 Motor Replacement
• Purchases for Gear Extractors, Breathing Air Compressor, EMS Stair Chair, LUCAS Mechanical CPR Device, and UTV EMS Vehicle

Public Services

The committee will review funding requests for final construction costs at the City Beach concession building and boat launch. They will also consider a long-term lease amendment for pontoon boat docking.

• Resolution 25-R3311: $148,214.10 for final City Beach Concession Building costs
• Resolution 25-R3307: $51,178.00 to $51,649.00 for additional boat launch construction costs
• First Amendment to Pontoon Boat Docking Lease with John Suttner through September 30, 2039
• Pontoon lease payments starting at $7,233.00 in 2026 and increasing to $8,763.00 by 2039

The Public Services Committee moved Resolution 25‑R3311 for the final city beach concession building costs to the Council without a recommendation. It also moved a First Amendment to the Pontoon Boat Docking Lease to the Council without a recommendation. The committee recommended Resolution 25‑R3307 for the final boat launch construction costs to the Council. All motions were carried unanimously (3‑0‑0) and the meeting was adjourned.

• Moved Resolution 25‑R3311 Beach Concession Building costs to Council (3‑0‑0)
• Moved First Amendment to Pontoon Boat Docking Lease to Council (3‑0‑0)
• Recommended Resolution 25‑R3307 Boat Launch Construction costs to Council (3‑0‑0)
• Adjourned meeting (3‑0‑0)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will review the August 2025 voucher report and discuss the city's financial transactions. It will consider and recommend Resolution 25‑R3310, which would exempt the City of Oconomowoc from the Waukesha County Library levy tax for 2026. No other formal actions are scheduled.

• Review/Discuss August 2025 Voucher Report (report only)
• Consider/Recommend Resolution 25‑R3310 to exempt city from Waukesha County Library levy 2025 tax for 2026 purposes

The committee reviewed the August 2025 voucher report and reported no concerns. It then considered Resolution 25‑R3310 to exempt the City of Oconomowoc from the Waukesha County Library levy for the 2026 tax year. The motion to recommend the resolution passed unanimously, 3‑0‑0. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Recommended Resolution 25‑R3310 exempting city from library levy (3-0-0)
• Adjourned meeting (3-0-0)

Common Council

The Common Council will hold public hearings to create a new Urban Park zoning district and rezone 1.45 acres at the Village Green. The body will also review the 2026 budget overview and final construction costs for the city beach and boat launch.

• Public hearing to create UP-Urban Park zoning district for public uses on city-owned parcels
• Proposed rezoning of 1.45 acres at 105, 109, 111 & 121 N Main St and 104 E Wisconsin Ave to allow for a public restroom
• Resolution 25-R3310 to exempt the City from the Waukesha County Library Levy 2025 Tax
• Resolution 25-R3311 for final City Beach concession building costs and Resolution 25-R3307 for final boat launch construction costs
• Resolution 25-R3309 authorizing an exception from levy limits for WLFD

The Common Council approved Ordinance 25‑O1107, creating a new UP‑Urban Park zoning district (8‑0‑0). It also adopted Ordinance 25‑O1103 rezoning 1.45 acres at 105‑121 N Main St and 104 E Wisconsin Ave to the new district (8‑0‑0). Additionally, the council approved a certified survey map to combine those properties (8‑0‑0) and exempted the city from the 2025 Waukesha County Library levy (8‑0‑0).

• Adopted Ordinance 25‑O1107 creating UP‑Urban Park zoning district (8‑0‑0)
• Adopted Ordinance 25‑O1103 rezoning 1.45 acres to UP‑Urban Park (8‑0‑0)
• Approved Certified Survey Map combining lots 17‑20 at Village Green (8‑0‑0)
• Adopted Resolution 25‑R3310 exempting city from 2025 Waukesha County Library levy (8‑0‑0)
• Adopted Resolution 25‑R3311 for Final City Beach Concession Building Costs (5‑0‑3)
• Approved First Amendment to Pontoon Boat Docking Lease, 5‑year term (6‑0‑2)
• Adopted Resolution 25‑R3307 for Final Boat Launch Construction Costs (8‑0‑0)
• Approved Consent Agenda (7‑0‑0)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will hold a closed‑session meeting to review information on possible development in the Pabst Farms area. The discussion supports the city’s Strategic Goal III to encourage growth in the 67/I‑94 corridor. No formal action or decision will be taken at this meeting.

• Closed session to discuss potential development within Pabst Farms (Wis. Stat. 19.85(1)(e))
• Review of Economic Development memorandum (Sept 11 2025) from Director Bob Duffy on Pabst Farms
• Reference to increased interest from Costco and Pabst 59 site developments

The Committee of the Whole voted to enter a closed session to discuss potential development in Pabst Farms. The closed session was later adjourned. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Authorized closed session on Pabst Farms development (8-0-0)
• Adjourned closed session (8-0-0)
• Adjourned meeting (8-0-0)

Library Board

The Oconomowoc Public Library Board of Trustees met on September 15, 2025 to consider and act on several items. The board approved the 2026 Operating Budget Request. The board also approved the creation of a new Library Marketing Specialist position. Additional items discussed included a feasibility study brainstorming session with The Sweeney Group and scheduling future Planning Committee meetings to review the library’s Strategic Plan.

• Approval of the 2026 Operating Budget Request (draft includes tentative line items and pending city wage/benefits figures)
• Approval of the new Library Marketing Specialist position (job description reviewed)
• Feasibility Study brainstorming session with The Sweeney Group on fundraising
• Discussion of future Planning Committee meetings to review the Strategic Plan
• Presentation of July 2025 vouchers totaling $21,121.54 for payment

Pabst Farms Joint Stormwater District

The district will hold a public hearing to consider its proposed 2026 budget, which totals $78,150 in revenues and expenditures. The agenda also includes discussion of stormwater management plans for the proposed McDonald’s and Costco projects, a conditional transfer of Lake Country Village and Interlaken Village stormwater basins 1‑4, and the 2025 district levy. The meeting will approve minutes from the August 6, 2025 meeting and set the date for the next meeting.

• Proposed 2026 budget: $68,000 service charges, $150 interest, $10,000 fund balance applied; expenditures $8,000 insurance, $10,000 professional services, $150 administrative services, $60,000 maintenance & other (total $78,150)
• Discussion of stormwater management plan for the proposed McDonald’s project
• Discussion of stormwater management plan for the proposed Costco project
• Conditional transfer of Lake Country Village and Interlaken Village stormwater basins 1‑4
• Discussion of the 2025 district levy

The district approved the minutes from the August 6 meeting, stormwater management plans for the McDonalds and Costco projects, the 2026 district budget, and a $68,000 levy for 2025. No action was taken on the conditional transfer of four stormwater basins. The meeting was adjourned at 5:05 pm.

• Approved minutes of Aug 6, 2025 meeting (5-0-0)
• Approved stormwater management plan for McDonalds project (5-0)
• Approved stormwater management plan for Costco project (5-0)
• Approved 2026 district budget as presented (5-0)
• Approved 2025 district levy of $68,000 (5-0)
• No action taken on conditional transfer of Lake Country Village and Interlaken Village basins
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

Western Lakes Fire District’s Fire Board or Commission

The Western Lakes Fire District Board and municipal owners will review the 2026 operating budget and a five‑year capital improvement plan. They will consider a resolution to allow an exception to levy limits under Wisconsin Act 484. The board will also discuss guidelines for new partner municipalities and a request for proposal from the City of Delafield for fire and EMS services.

• Approval of minutes from the June 11, 2025 joint owners’ meeting
• Presentation of the 2026 operating budget
• Amendments to the five‑year capital improvement plan
• Resolution authorizing an exception to levy limits per 2005 Wis. Act 484
• Discussion of a guideline for new partner municipalities joining WLFD

Parks & Recreation Board

The Parks & Recreation Board approved the minutes from the August 2025 meeting. The board adopted a revised boat mooring pricing structure, setting the Boardwalk fee at $1,700 plus tax for 2026 and $2,150 plus tax for 2027 while freezing other site fees for the next two seasons. The board also approved the August 2025 vouchers.

• Approved August 2025 meeting minutes (motion carried, no opposition)
• Approved revised boat mooring pricing for 2026‑2027 (motion carried, no opposition)
• Approved August 2025 vouchers (motion carried, no opposition)
• Adjourned meeting (motion carried, no opposition)

Plan Commission

The Plan Commission will discuss the creation of an Urban Park zoning district and a related rezoning of 1.45 acres. The body will also review a subdivision plat for Olde Highlander Addition #3 and design plans for a McDonald's restaurant.

• Final Subdivision Plat for Olde Highlander Addition #3 (Lots 139-167)
• Major Design Review for McDonald's Restaurant on Penny Lane
• Ordinance 25-O1107 creating the UP-Urban Park zoning district
• Ordinance 25-O1103 to rezone 1.45 acres to Urban Park District at 105, 109, 111 & 121 N. Main Street and 104 E. Wisconsin Avenue
• Certified Survey Map to combine properties at the Village Green

The commission unanimously recommended to the City Council a new Urban Park zoning district, rezoned 1.45 acres of Village Green to that district, and combined four lots into one parcel. It also approved the Final Subdivision Plat for Olde Highlander Addition 3 Phase 4 and the Major Design Review plans for a new McDonald’s on Penny Lane, each with a 6‑0 vote.

• Recommended to Council creation of an Urban Park zoning district in the city code (6-0)
• Recommended to Council rezoning of 1.45 acres at 105, 109, 111 & 121 N. Main St and 104 E. Wisconsin Ave to Urban Park District (6-0)
• Recommended to Council a certified survey map combining four lots into one parcel at the Village Green (6-0)
• Recommended to Council approval of the Final Subdivision Plat for Olde Highlander Addition 3 Phase 4 (6-0)
• Approved Major Design Review plans for McDonald’s on Penny Lane, subject to state DOT trail connection and police camera security plan (6-0)

Architectural Commission & Historic Preservation Commission

At the September 3 meeting, the commission approved the minutes from July 2, 2025. It authorized an after‑the‑fact color change for the Winnesota building at 943 Blue Ribbon Circle N, requiring completion by March 1 2026. The commission also approved the building plans for a McDonald’s restaurant southeast of WI 67/Summit Avenue and Pabst Farms Boulevard, including a brown batten panel and the golden arches. Finally, it granted a special‑exception signage permit for Midwest Twisters at 662 Armour Road, subject to landscaping and a 25‑foot setback, with lighting to be reviewed by staff.

• Approved July 2, 2025 minutes (5‑0)
• Approved after‑the‑fact color change for Winnesota at 943 Blue Ribbon Circle N, work by March 1 2026 (4‑1)
• Approved McDonald’s building plans at SE of WI 67/Summit Ave & Pabst Farms Blvd, including brown batten panel and arches (5‑0)
• Approved special‑exception signage for Midwest Twisters at 662 Armour Road, subject to landscaping, 25‑ft setback, lighting review (5‑0)
• Adjourned meeting (5‑0)

Protection and Welfare Committee

The committee voted to recommend Resolution 25‑R3308, which would grant new 2025‑2026 Class “B” fermented malt beverage and Class “C” wine licenses to Pub Summit 16, LLC. The motion passed unanimously with a 3‑0‑0 vote. The meeting was then adjourned by a unanimous motion.

• Recommended Resolution 25‑R3308 granting new Class B malt beverage and Class C wine licenses to Pub Summit 16, LLC (3-0-0)
• Adjourned meeting (3-0-0)

Common Council

The Common Council approved the minutes from August 19 and the consent agenda unanimously. It granted new Class B fermented malt beverage and Class C wine licenses to Pub Summit 16, LLC. The council adopted amendments to the zoning ordinance for swimming pools, hot tubs, and accessory structures. It also approved second amendments to tax increment agreements with Olympia Fields MD LLC and Neumann Development.

• Approved August 19, 2025 minutes (8-0-0)
• Approved consent agenda items (8-0-0)
• Approved Resolution 25-R3308 granting Class B fermented malt beverage & Class C wine licenses to Pub Summit 16, LLC (8-0-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 25-O1104 amending accessory uses for pools, hot tubs, spas (first reading, waived second reading) (8-0-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 25-O1105 creating accessory building permits (second reading) (6-0-2)
• Approved Second Amendment to Tax Increment Agreement with Olympia Fields MD LLC (8-0-0)
• Approved Second Amendment to Tax Increment Agreement with Neumann Development (8-0-0)
• Adjourned meeting (8-0-0)

Fowler Lake Protection and Rehabilitation District

The board approved the minutes from the August 20, 2024 meeting. The 2026 budget of $35,100 was adopted. The 2025 tax levy of $30,565 was set at a mill rate of $0.0076 per $1,000 assessed value. The next public hearing and meeting were scheduled for August 18, 2026.

• Approved August 20, 2024 meeting minutes (voice vote)
• Adopted 2026 budget of $35,100 (voice vote)
• Approved 2025 tax levy of $30,565 at $0.0076 per $1,000 assessed value (voice vote)
• Set 2026 public hearing and meeting date for August 18, 2026 (voice vote)
• Adjourned meeting (voice vote)

Finance Committee

The committee recommended and carried Resolution 25‑R3304 to award property assessment services for 2026‑2028. It also recommended and carried Resolution 25‑R3305 to disallow the claim of M Rangel related to a Walnut Street roundabout incident. Both motions passed unanimously (3‑0‑0). The meeting was then adjourned.

• Recommended approval of Resolution 25‑R3304 awarding Property Assessment services 2026‑2028 (3‑0‑0)
• Recommended approval of Resolution 25‑R3305 disallowing claim of M Rangel (3‑0‑0)
• Motion to adjourn carried (3‑0‑0)

Utility Committee

The Utility Committee will consider recommending a contract for an engineering study of the Western Sanitary Sewer Service Area. The study aims to evaluate sanitary sewer requirements for undeveloped lands to plan for future development. The committee will also review monthly utility reports for electric, water, and wastewater.

• Resolution 25-R3303: Western Sanitary Sewer Service Area Engineering Study with a not-to-exceed cost of $40,000 plus a 10% contingency ($44,000 total)
• Study Area 1: Undeveloped lands surrounding Allen Road and Reddelien Road (approx. 764 acres)
• Study Area 2: Undeveloped land south of Valley Road and east of N. Golden Lake Road (approx. 415 acres)
• Review of July 2025 Utility Billing Report
• Review of August 2025 Electric, Wastewater, and Water reports

The Utility Committee approved the minutes from the August 5, 2025 meeting. It then voted to recommend Resolution 25‑R3303 for a Western Sanitary Sewer Service Area engineering study costing $44,000. The meeting was adjourned.

• Approved minutes of August 5, 2025 (2-0-0)
• Recommended Resolution 25‑R3303 for Western Sanitary Sewer Service Area Engineering Study (3-0-0)
• Adjourned meeting (3-0-0)

Protection and Welfare Committee

The Protection & Welfare Committee voted to approve taxicab driver licenses for Beth Johnson and James Roman of Silver Streak. The motion, made by Alderman Erik Jungwirth and seconded by Alderman Jennifer Aultman Kloth, passed with a 2-0-0 vote. The meeting was then adjourned with the same vote tally.

• Approved taxicab driver licenses for Beth Johnson and James Roman (2-0-0)
• Adjourned meeting (2-0-0)

Common Council

The Common Council adopted several resolutions, including property assessment services (2026‑2028), disallowing a claim by M. Rangel, additional boat launch engineering costs, and a sanitary sewer service area study. It also approved developer agreements for Pabst Farms Boulevard and Costco, a private access easement for Costco, and the 2026‑2030 Capital Plan. Public hearings were held on accessory‑structure and pool/spa zoning amendments, but no actions were taken on those items.

• Approved Resolution 25‑R3304 awarding Property Assessment Services 2026‑2028 (8‑0‑0)
• Approved Resolution 25‑R3305 disallowing claim of M Rangel (8‑0‑0)
• Approved Resolution 25‑R3306 for additional boat launch engineering costs (8‑0‑0)
• Approved Resolution 25‑R3303 for Sanitary Sewer Services Area Study (8‑0‑0)
• Approved Developer Agreement for Pabst Farms Blvd Improvements (8‑0‑0)
• Approved Developer Agreement for Costco Wholesale (8‑0‑0)
• Approved Private Access Easement and Maintenance Agreement to Costco (8‑0‑0)
• Approved 2026‑2030 Capital Plan (8‑0‑0)

Public Services

The Public Services Committee will discuss and recommend resolutions for additional costs related to the Lac La Belle Beach Boat Launch Project. This includes engineering fees for project closeout and funding to cover construction cost gaps.

• Resolution 25-R3306: $16,000 for additional MSA engineering services to close out the boat launch project
• Resolution 25-R3307: $51,649 in additional funding to cover a construction cost gap for the boat launch project

The Public Services Committee voted to recommend Resolution 25‑R3306, adding $51,178 for engineering services for the boat launch and funding it from the TIF 5 increment. The motion passed unanimously (3‑0‑0). A motion to table Resolution 25‑R3307 was made but no action was taken, leaving the final construction cost pending. The meeting was adjourned by a unanimous vote.

• Approved Resolution 25‑R3306 for $51,178 engineering fees (3‑0‑0)
• Tabled Resolution 25‑R3307 – no action taken
• Approved motion to adjourn (3‑0‑0)

Western Lakes Fire District’s Fire Board or Commission

The Fire Board will meet to discuss and potentially take action on the 2026 Operating Budget and the 5-Year Capital Improvement Plan. The board will also review a Facilities Needs Assessment and Impact Fee Study update.

• 2026 Operating Budget
• 5-Year Capital Improvement Plan
• Facilities Needs Assessment and Impact Fee Study Update

The Western Lakes Fire Board unanimously approved the 2026 operating budget, which includes a levy increase adjusted to 4.25% and revised wage and staffing provisions. The board also unanimously approved the amended five‑year capital improvement plan and its budget, authorizing continued apparatus procurement and new work at Station 52. Both motions were carried without opposition.

• Approved 2026 Operating Budget (unanimous motion by Dan DeBehnke, seconded by Kent Lorenz)
• Approved amended 5‑Year Capital Improvement Plan and Budget (unanimous motion by Mike Tompkins, seconded by Scott Carter)

Parks & Recreation Board

The Parks & Recreation Board approved the minutes from the June 2025 meeting. It also approved the waterfront operation suggestions memo presented by Mark Frye. The board approved the June and July 2025 vouchers. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved June 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved waterfront operation suggestions memo (unanimous)
• Approved June & July 2025 vouchers (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Board of Review

The Board resolved the open waiver agreement for 1365 N. Morgan and received a signed waiver for Whitman Park at 1079 Summit Avenue. A motion to close the 2025 Board of Review was made and approved. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Open waiver agreement for 1365 N. Morgan resolved
• Signed waiver agreement for Whitman Park, 1079 Summit Avenue received
• Board of Review closed for 2025 (motion passed) and meeting adjourned

Joint Review Board

The Joint Review Board approved the July 1, 2025 meeting minutes (4‑0). It adopted Resolution JRB25‑R3300, approving the amended project plan for Tax Incremental District No. 7 (5‑0). The board also approved the annual PE‑300 reports for TIF districts 4 through 8 (5‑0). The meeting was adjourned (5‑0).

• Approved July 1, 2025 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution JRB25‑R3300 approving amended project plan for Tax Incremental District No. 7 (5-0)
• Approved annual TIF reports for districts #4, #5, #6, #7, #8 (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

Plan Commission

The Plan Commission voted to recommend Council approval of the Certified Survey Map that will split the former ski hill into two lots. It also approved the Final Plat for the Olde Highlander Addition #2 subdivision and two zoning ordinances related to pools, hot tubs, spas, and accessory structures. The resolution to change the Comprehensive Plan land‑use designation was tabled for future consideration.

• Approved Olde Highlander Certified Survey Map to divide property (4-0)
• Approved Final Plat for Olde Highlander Addition #2 subdivision (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance 25-O1104 amending accessory uses for pools, hot tubs, spas (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance 25-O1105 amending accessory building permits and structure definitions (4-0)
• Tabled Resolution PC25-3300 to amend Comprehensive Plan land‑use designation (4-0)
• Adjourned meeting (4-0)

Pabst Farms Joint Stormwater District

The board approved the March 12, 2025 meeting minutes unanimously. They accepted the updated facility maps and figures with a 5‑0 vote. They recommended the 2026 district budget as shown and scheduled a public hearing for September 10, 2025 at 4:30 pm at Summit Village Hall.

• Approved March 12, 2025 minutes (5-0)
• Accepted updated facility maps & figures (5-0)
• Recommended 2026 District Budget for public hearing (5-0)
• Set public hearing for 2026 budget on Sep 10, 2025 at 4:30 pm, Summit Village Hall (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 5:50 pm (5-0)

Utility Committee

The committee approved the minutes from the July 15, 2025 meeting. It then recommended Ordinance 25-O1106, amending Sections 13.49(2) and 11.07(7) of the Municipal Code to address sewer connection requirements. Both motions passed unanimously.

• Approved July 15, 2025 minutes (3-0-0)
• Recommended Ordinance 25-O1106 amendment to Sections 13.49(2) and 11.07(7) (3-0-0)

Common Council

The Common Council adopted Resolution 25‑R3299, approving an amendment to the project plan and boundaries of Tax Incremental District No. 7, with a motion by McConnell and second by Ellis passing 8‑0‑0. The council also approved engineering design services for 2026 street and utility improvements, a Lapham Street bridge replacement grant amendment, and an ordinance amending sewer‑connection code sections, each with unanimous votes. The consent agenda items and the July 15, 2025 minutes were likewise approved unanimously.

• Approved Resolution 25‑R3301 for Engineering Design Services for 2026 Street & Utility Improvements (8‑0‑0)
• Approved Resolution 25‑R3302 Lapham Street Bridge Replacement Grant amendment (8‑0‑0)
• Adopted Ordinance 25‑O1106 amending sewer‑connection code sections (8‑0‑0)
• Adopted Resolution 25‑R3299 amending project plan and boundaries of Tax Incremental District No. 7 (8‑0‑0)
• Approved Consent Agenda items including electric utility easement agreements (8‑0‑0)
• Approved minutes of July 15, 2025 (8‑0‑0)
• Adjourned meeting (8‑0‑0)

Public Services

The Public Services Committee voted to recommend Resolution 25‑R3302, amending the Lapham Street Bridge Replacement Grant. It also recommended Resolution 25‑R3301 for engineering design services for 2026 street and utility improvements. The meeting was adjourned by a unanimous motion.

• Recommended Resolution 25‑R3301 Engineering Design Services for 2026 Street & Utility Improvements (3‑0‑0)
• Recommended Resolution 25‑R3302 Lapham Street Bridge Replacement Grant Amendment (3‑0‑0)
• Motion to adjourn carried (3‑0‑0)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee reached consensus to proceed with the draft wastewater utility facility plan, to hold a public hearing on the plan, and to submit the plan to the Department of Natural Resources in October. The meeting was then adjourned by an 8‑0‑0 vote.

• Proceed with draft wastewater utility facility plan (consensus)
• Schedule public hearing on the facility plan (planned)
• Submit facility plan to DNR in October (planned)
• Adjourn meeting (8-0-0)

Western Lakes Fire District’s Fire Board or Commission

The Western Lakes Fire Board approved the Driver Operator Pumper and Aerial Certification and Compensation Policy, amending the wording to "all aerials." The board also approved the consent agenda items, including payment of $1,040,951.48 in bills, and ratified the revised Fire & EMS Protection Agreement with the Village of Lac La Belle and the Town of Oconomowoc. All three actions passed with unanimous support.

• Approved consent agenda items (June 23 minutes and $1,040,951.48 bill payments) – unanimous
• Approved Driver Operator Pumper and Aerial Certification and Compensation Policy, amended to "all aerials" – unanimous
• Approved revised Fire & EMS Protection Agreement with Village of Lac La Belle and Town of Oconomowoc – unanimous

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole voted unanimously to recommend the Utility Capital projects, City Capital projects, and the five‑year capital plan to the full City Council at the August 19, 2025 meeting. The motion was introduced by Alderman Ellis, seconded by Alderman Spiegelberg, and carried 8‑0‑0. The meeting was then adjourned by a unanimous 8‑0‑0 vote.

• Recommend Utility Capital projects and City Capital projects to Council (motion carried 8-0-0)
• Adjourn meeting (motion carried 8-0-0)

Finance Committee

The committee voted to recommend Resolution 25‑R3298, which approves the second‑quarter 2025 grants, donations, and related budget amendments. The motion passed unanimously with a 3‑0‑0 vote. The committee reviewed the June 2025 voucher report and reported no concerns. The meeting was adjourned by a unanimous motion.

• Recommended Resolution 25‑R3298 approving 2nd Quarter 2025 grants, donations and budget amendments – passed 3‑0‑0
• Motion to adjourn the meeting – passed 3‑0‑0

Utility Committee

The Utility Committee approved the minutes from the June 17, 2025 meeting. It recommended and approved Resolution 25‑R3297, awarding a $53,584 contract to Mechanical Inc., dba Helm Services to replace the fleet maintenance air handling unit. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved June 17, 2025 minutes (3-0-0)
• Recommended and approved Resolution 25‑R3297 awarding $53,584 contract to Mechanical Inc., dba Helm Services (3-0-0)
• Adjourned meeting (3-0-0)

Protection and Welfare Committee

The Protection & Welfare Committee approved the taxicab driver license for Mary F. Otto (Silver Streak) with a unanimous 3‑0‑0 vote. It did not approve the Reserve “Class B” liquor license for Pub Summit 16, LLC, instead moving the resolution to the City Council without a recommendation, also by a 3‑0‑0 vote.

• Approved Taxicab Driver License for Mary F. Otto (3-0-0)
• Moved Resolution 25‑R3296 for Pub Summit 16, LLC liquor license to Council without recommendation (3-0-0)

Common Council

The Common Council adopted Ordinance 25-O1102 creating a Planned Development overlay for the Costco project, waiving the second reading with a 6-0-2 vote. It denied a Reserve Class B liquor license for Pub Summit 16, LLC by an 8-0-0 vote. The council also approved Q2 2025 grants, a $53,584 fleet maintenance contract, and a certified survey map division, each passing unanimously or near‑unanimously.

• Adopted Ordinance 25-O1102 for Costco PD overlay (waiving second reading) – vote 6-0-2
• Denied Reserve Class B liquor license to Pub Summit 16, LLC – vote 8-0-0
• Approved Resolution 25-R3298 approving Q2 2025 grants/donations – vote 8-0-0
• Awarded $53,584 fleet maintenance contract to Mechanical Inc. (Resolution 25-R3297) – vote 8-0-0
• Approved Certified Survey Map to divide Olde Highlander property – vote 7-0-1
• Approved July 1, 2025 meeting minutes – vote 8-0-0
• Approved Consent Agenda – vote 8-0-0

Committee of the Whole

Mayor Magnus called the Committee‑of‑the‑Whole to order. No substantive decisions were made; the only action was a motion to adjourn, which passed unanimously 8‑0‑0. The next C‑O‑T‑W meeting is set for July 22 at 5:30 PM to review capital budget requests.

• Adjourned motion carried 8-0-0

Board of Review

The Board of Review approved new Sworn Telephone Testimony and Waiver Procedures unanimously. It also granted a waiver request for Farm and Fleet (SRRT Fleet I, LLC) by a 5‑0 vote. Several property assessments were reviewed and either sustained or adjusted, each with a unanimous or near‑unanimous vote. The meeting was adjourned until August 11, 2025.

• Approved Sworn Telephone Testimony and Waiver Procedures (5‑0)
• Approved waiver request for SRRT Fleet I, LLC (Farm and Fleet) (5‑0)
• Sustained assessed value for John & Catherine Martin at $646,800 (5‑0)
• Adjusted assessed value for General Real Estate LLC to $585,000 (4‑0, 1 abstain)
• Adjusted assessed value for Brian & Nancy Higgins to $431,800 (5‑0)
• Adjusted assessed value for MJM Partnership/Wilkinson Woods to $3,163,000 (5‑0)
• Adjourned next Board meeting to 8/11/25 at 8:30 a.m. (5‑0)

Plan Commission

The commission adopted Resolution PC25‑R3291, expanding Tax Incremental District No. 7 by 16.23 acres, with a unanimous 5‑0 vote. It also recommended Ordinance 25‑O1102 to create a Planned Development Overlay for Costco on 23.26 acres, amended the public‑benefit language, and approved the major design‑review plans for the Costco warehouse. Additional actions included recommending a survey map to split a ski‑hill property into three lots. All motions were passed except a motion to allow 24‑hour gas service, which failed 2‑3.

• Adopted Resolution PC25‑R3291 to amend TIF District 7 boundaries (5‑0)
• Recommended Ordinance 25‑O1102 for a Planned Development Overlay for Costco (5‑0)
• Amended Ordinance 25‑O1102 public‑benefit language to shift review to Plan and Architectural Commissions (4‑1)
• Rejected amendment to allow Costco 24‑hour gas service (2‑3)
• Approved Major Design Review Plans for Costco Wholesale Warehouse (5‑0)
• Recommended Certified Survey Map to divide ski‑hill property into three lots (5‑0)
• No action taken on accessory‑structure zoning amendment
• No action taken on swimming‑pool and spa zoning amendment

Architectural Commission & Historic Preservation Commission

The Architectural Commission approved the minutes from the May 7 and June 4 meetings. It then approved Costco's building plans for a retail building and gas station located south of Pabst Farms Blvd, north of I‑94, west of Sawyer Road, and also approved a special exception for the project's signage. No action was taken on the discussion about the commission's packet process. The meeting was adjourned.

• Approved May 7, 2025 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved June 4, 2025 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved building plans for Costco retail building and gas station south of Pabst Farms Blvd (5-0)
• Approved special exception for Costco signage south of Pabst Farms Blvd (5-0)
• No action taken on architectural packet process discussion
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

Joint Review Board

The Joint Review Board approved the November 1, 2024 meeting minutes with a 4‑0 vote. Members set the next meeting for Wednesday, August 6, 2025 at 4 pm. The board adjourned the session with a 5‑0 vote. No action was taken on the proposed amendment to Tax Increment District #7.

• Approved November 1, 2024 meeting minutes (4‑0)
• Set next meeting for August 6, 2025 at 4 pm (members agreed)
• Adjourned the meeting (5‑0)
• No action taken on TID #7 Amendment 2 (discussion only)

Finance Committee

The committee voted to recommend Resolution 25‑R3290, which authorizes funding for tourism initiatives and allocations in the 2026 budget. The motion was approved unanimously with a 3‑0‑0 vote. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Recommended Resolution 25‑R3290 authorizing tourism funding (3-0-0)
• Adjourned meeting (3-0-0)

Protection and Welfare Committee

The Protection & Welfare Committee voted to approve a taxicab driver license for Mark Dorney of Silver Streak. The motion was made by Alderman Matt Rosek, seconded by Alderman Matt Mulder, and carried unanimously with a 3-0-0 vote. The meeting was then adjourned by the same motion and vote.

• Approved Taxicab Driver License for Mark Dorthy (Silver Streak) – vote 3-0-0
• Adjourned meeting – vote 3-0-0

Common Council

The Common Council unanimously approved the minutes from June 17, 2025. It adopted Resolution 25‑R3290 to fund tourism initiatives and 2026 budget allocations, requiring private matching of $150,000 before city funds are released. The council also approved a zero‑foot setback in the Olde Highlander Plat and amended the Public Facility Naming Policy to allow revocation of names. A closed‑session was convened to discuss potential litigation over the Second Street Force Main Project, but no action was taken.

• Approved June 17, 2025 minutes (7-0-0)
• Adopted Resolution 25‑R3290 authorizing tourism funding with $150K matching requirement (7-0-0)
• Approved Resolution 25‑R3295 for zero‑foot setback along DOT right‑of‑way in Olde Highlander Plat (7-0-0)
• Amended Public Facility Naming Policy to permit revocation or removal of names (7-0-0)
• Moved to closed session on Second Street Force Main Project litigation (7-0-0)
• Closed session convened; no action taken (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (7-0-0)

Public Services

The Public Services Committee voted to recommend Resolution 25‑R3295, which would allow a zero‑foot setback along the DOT right‑of‑way in the Olde Highlander Plat. The committee also voted to recommend amending the Public Facility Naming Policy to update wording about deceased honorees and full‑name usage. Both motions passed unanimously. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Recommended Resolution 25‑R3295 zero‑foot setback (3‑0‑0)
• Recommended amendment to Public Facility Naming Policy (3‑0‑0)
• Adjourned meeting (3‑0‑0)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole met on July 1, 2025, and after a presentation of a project plan amendment, the only formal action was a motion to adjourn. The motion was made by Ellis, seconded by Mulder, and carried unanimously with a 7-0-0 vote. No other decisions were approved, denied, or tabled.

• Adjourned meeting (7-0-0)

Western Lakes Fire District’s Fire Board or Commission

The board unanimously approved the station alerting system project for $502,232.53, including a $45,000 contingency and $10,000 for exterior camera pre‑wiring. It also approved the 2024 financial audit, the refurbishment of reserve engine 53 for $82,752.40, and the consent agenda items that include $978,599.10 in bill payments. The board entered a closed session by unanimous vote to discuss employment, compensation, and contract matters.

• Approved station alerting system project $447,232.53 plus $45,000 contingency and $10,000 pre‑wiring (total $502,232.53) – unanimous
• Approved refurbishment of reserve engine 53 for $75,252.40 with $7,500 contingency (total $82,752.40) – unanimous
• Approved 2024 District financial audit by Clifton Larson Allen – unanimous
• Approved consent agenda items, including payment of bills $978,599.10 and May 12 minutes – unanimous
• Entered closed session to consider employment, compensation, and contract matters – all in favor

Finance Committee

The committee reviewed the May 2025 voucher report and reported no concerns. A motion to adjourn was made by Jungwirth, seconded by Spiegelberg, and carried 2-0-0. The meeting ended at 5:31 PM.

• Adjourned meeting (2-0-0)

Utility Committee

The committee approved the minutes of the May 6, 2025 meeting. It recommended Resolution 25‑R3289 endorsing the 2024 Wastewater Operations compliance report. It also recommended approval of Resolution 25‑R3292 adding a $27,964 valve installation cost to the Lapham Street Bridge utility relocation project. All motions passed unanimously (3‑0‑0).

• Approved May 6, 2025 minutes (3-0-0)
• Recommended Resolution 25‑R3289 for 2024 Wastewater CMAR (3-0-0)
• Recommended approval of Resolution 25‑R3292 for Lapham St Bridge valve addition ($27,964) (3-0-0)
• Adjourned meeting (3-0-0)

Protection and Welfare Committee

The Protection & Welfare Committee voted to approve the 2025‑2026 taxicab driver licenses for Oconomowoc Silver Streak. It also voted to recommend approval of the 2025‑2026 taxicab license renewal. Both motions passed unanimously, 3‑0‑0.

• Approved 2025‑2026 Taxicab Driver Licenses for Oconomowoc Silver Streak (3-0-0)
• Recommended approval of 2025‑2026 Taxicab License renewal (3-0-0)

Common Council

The Common Council approved a Conditional Use Permit for Lutheran Social Services to operate a 30‑bed substance‑use treatment facility at 1331 W. Capitol Drive. It also adopted resolutions for the 2024 wastewater compliance report, added a valve to the Lapham Street Bridge project, approved a new sidewalk path for Arrowood Subdivision Phase 4, and extended the refuse and recycling services contract. The proposal to rename Roosevelt Park Baseball Field was tabled for later consideration.

• Approved Conditional Use Permit for Lutheran Social Services (7-0-1)
• Adopted Resolution 25‑R3289 for 2024 wastewater compliance report (8-0-0)
• Adopted Resolution 25‑R3292 adding $27,964 valve cost to Lapham St Bridge project (8-0-0)
• Approved new sidewalk path for Arrowood Subdivision Phase 4 (8-0-0)
• Extended Refuse and Recycling Services contract via Resolution 25‑R3293 (8-0-0)
• Tabled consideration of Roosevelt Park Baseball Field renaming (8-0-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda items including amusement and taxicab licenses (8-0-0)
• Approved minutes of June 3, 2025 (8-0-0)

Public Services

The Public Services Committee voted 2-1-0 to recommend Resolution 25‑R3294, which would rename the Roosevelt Park Baseball Field after Coach Pat Neary. The motion to rename was the only substantive item considered. A separate motion to adjourn the meeting passed unanimously (3‑0‑0).

• Recommend Resolution 25‑R3294 to rename Roosevelt Park Baseball Field to Pat Neary Field (2‑1‑0)
• Adjourn meeting (3‑0‑0)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole voted to recommend Resolution 25‑R3293, extending the city's refuse and recycling services contract with Johns for an additional year (6‑0‑0). The council directed Public Works Director Herzog to work with MSA to revise the Village Green design based on the discussion. A motion to adjourn the meeting was carried unanimously (7‑0‑0).

• Recommended Resolution 25‑R3293 extending refuse & recycling contract (6‑0‑0)
• Directed Public Works Director Herzog to work with MSA on Village Green redesign (no vote recorded)
• Motion to adjourn the meeting carried (7‑0‑0)

Parks & Recreation Board

The board approved the May 2025 meeting minutes and the May 2025 vouchers. Board members elected Jimi Hall as President and Katie Miller as Vice President. The board directed staff to study additional options and rebid the NE Park concept plan. All motions passed without opposition.

• Approved May 2025 meeting minutes (motion carried)
• Elected Jimi Hall as President (motion carried)
• Elected Katie Miller as Vice President (motion carried)
• Directed staff to explore additional options and rebid NE Park concept plan (motion carried)
• Approved May 2025 vouchers (motion carried)
• Adjourned meeting (motion carried)

Plan Commission

The Plan Commission approved the minutes from the May 7, 2025 meeting unanimously. It voted 6-0 to recommend approval of a conditional use permit for Lutheran Social Services to operate a community living arrangement with nine or more residents at 1331 W. Capitol Drive. The recommendation includes a required contribution toward city services and allows the permit to be reviewed at any time.

• Approved May 7, 2025 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Recommended approval of conditional use permit for Lutheran Social Services at 1331 W. Capitol Drive (6-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:19 PM (6-0)

Architectural Commission & Historic Preservation Commission

The commission approved a special exception for Taco Bell signage at 616 E Wisconsin Avenue, allowing three wall signs and an administrative change to the monument sign. It also approved a special exception for Stor‑it Right signage at 1030 Blue Ribbon Circle N with size limits for wall and ground signs. No actions were taken on the proposed McDonald’s or Costco projects. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved special exception for Taco Bell signage at 616 E Wisconsin Ave (vote 4-0-1)
• Approved special exception for Stor‑it Right signage at 1030 Blue Ribbon Circle N with sign size limits (vote 5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (vote 4-0)

Finance Committee

The committee considered and recommended Resolution 25‑R3288 to create an escrow account for the TIF 4 Village Green project. The motion to recommend the resolution passed unanimously with a 3‑0‑0 vote. A motion to adjourn the meeting also passed unanimously, and the meeting adjourned at 6:36 PM.

• Recommended Resolution 25‑R3288 authorizing escrow account for TIF 4 Village Green project (3‑0‑0)
• Adjourned meeting (3‑0‑0)

Protection and Welfare Committee

The Protection & Welfare Committee voted 3‑0‑0 to recommend Resolution 25‑R3286, which renews the city’s 2025‑2026 alcohol beverage licenses. The motion was made by Alderman Matt Rosek and seconded by Alderman Erik Jungwirth. The meeting was then adjourned by a unanimous vote.

• Recommended renewal of 2025‑2026 alcohol beverage licenses (3‑0‑0)
• Adjourned meeting (3‑0‑0)

Common Council

The Common Council approved the division of a lot, amended the Comprehensive Plan, rezoned 23.26 acres to General Commercial, and granted a Conditional Use Permit for gasoline sales and vehicle service at the proposed Costco site. The council also adopted an escrow account for the TIF‑4 Village Green project and renewed 2025‑2026 alcohol beverage licenses. All motions passed with recorded vote tallies.

• Approved division of lot into two parcels (5-0-3)
• Adopted ordinance amending Comprehensive Plan to General Commercial (7-0-1)
• Adopted ordinance rezoning 23.26 acres to General Commercial (7-0-1)
• Approved Conditional Use Permit for Costco gasoline sales and vehicle service (8-0-0)
• Adopted Resolution 25‑R3288 authorizing escrow account for TIF‑4 Village Green (8-0-0)
• Adopted Resolution 25‑R3286 renewing 2025‑2026 alcohol beverage licenses (8-0-0)
• Confirmed Melissa Howe appointment to Library Board (8-0-0)
• Approved electric utility easement agreements under Consent Agenda (8-0-0)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole heard a presentation on water‑treatment chemicals and discussed fluoride, lead lines, and system upgrades. No formal actions or approvals were recorded. The only vote was the motion to adjourn, which passed unanimously.

• Adjourned meeting (8-0-0)

Finance Committee

The committee reviewed the April 2025 Voucher Report and reported no concerns. A motion to adjourn was made, seconded, and carried unanimously (3-0-0). The meeting ended at 6:02 PM.

• Motion to adjourn carried unanimously (3-0-0)

Protection and Welfare Committee

The Protection & Welfare Committee considered Resolution 25‑R3282 to grant a six‑month Class “B” license to R&S Hospitality, LLC for operation at the city beach concession stand. The committee recommended approval with an added 30‑day flexibility period. The motion to recommend was carried unanimously, 3‑0‑0. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Recommended Resolution 25‑R3282 granting 6‑month Class B license to R&S Hospitality, LLC (3‑0‑0)
• Adjourned meeting (3‑0‑0)

Common Council

The council approved the Final Plat for Arrowood Phase 4, conditioning the developer to install a sidewalk in the right‑of‑way within 12 months; the vote was 4‑0‑4 with the mayor breaking the tie. The council also approved revised architectural plans for the Elevate Building, the Developer Agreement for Olde Highlander Phase III, and appointed the Oconomowoc Enterprise as the official city newspaper for 2025‑2026. All other motions passed unanimously.

• Approved Final Plat for Arrowood Phase 4 with sidewalk condition (4-0-4, mayor broke tie)
• Approved revised architectural plans for Elevate Building at 1350 Olympia Fields Dr (8-0-0)
• Approved Developer Agreement for Olde Highlander Phase III (8-0-0)
• Adopted Resolution 25‑R3283 appointing Oconomowoc Enterprise as official city newspaper 2025‑2026 (8-0-0)
• Adopted Resolution 25‑R3285 for Chapman Park restroom (8-0-0)
• Confirmed Mayoral appointment of Kathryn Brisk to Economic Development/Tourism Commission (8-0-0)
• Adopted Resolution 25‑R3282 granting 6‑month Class “B” license to R&S Hospitality, LLC (Buddy's Beach Bungalow) (8-0-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda items including Treasurer's Report and easement agreements (8-0-0)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole met on May 20, 2025 to discuss budget priorities, the 2026 strategic plan, public safety, parks, library and senior center needs, and long‑term street‑improvement funding options. No formal approvals, denials, or policy adoptions were recorded. The only vote was the motion to adjourn, which carried unanimously.

• Adjourned meeting (3-0-0)

Parks & Recreation Board

The Parks & Recreation Board approved the Chapman Park trailhead restroom facility and accepted the NE Park shelter and court rental fees. It also approved the removal and relocation of the Hawthorn Ridge Playground and the April 2025 vouchers. Finally, the board directed staff to explore additional options and rebid the City Dog Park project.

• Approved Chapman Park restroom facility proposal (unanimous)
• Directed staff to rebid the City Dog Park project (unanimous)
• Accepted NE Park shelter and court rental fee proposal (unanimous)
• Approved removal and relocation of Hawthorn Ridge Playground (unanimous)
• Approved April 2025 vouchers (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from the April 2025 meeting (unanimous)

Western Lakes Fire District’s Fire Board or Commission

The board unanimously approved the consent agenda, which included payment of $1,655,734.62 in bills. It also unanimously approved a $33,000 executive coaching proposal for district management, an EMS Week proclamation, and a draft letter to the Wisconsin Technical College System. The board supported recommended changes to the Fire and EMS Protection Agreement, with action to be taken at the next meeting. A motion was made to approve an impact‑fee study up to $35,000, but the vote outcome was not recorded.

• Approved consent agenda items including $1,655,734.62 bills (unanimous)
• Approved $33,000 executive coaching proposal for management (unanimous)
• Approved EMS Week proclamation (unanimous)
• Approved draft letter to WTCS President and Board (unanimous)
• Supported recommended changes to Fire & EMS Protection Agreement (action deferred)
• Motion made to approve Impact Fee Study up to $35,000 (vote outcome not recorded)

Plan Commission

The commission recommended the final plat for Arrowood Phase 4 and the amendment to the General Development Plan for Market Square (5‑1 vote). It approved the Major Design Review for Behrend Dental with conditions (5‑1) and for Wis‑Pak (6‑0). The commission also approved the land‑use amendment, rezoning, and a conditional use permit for the 23.26‑acre Costco site, each passing 6‑0.

• Recommend final plat for Arrowood Phase 4 (6‑0)
• Recommend Ordinance 25‑O1098 to amend Market Square plan (5‑1)
• Approve Major Design Review for Behrend Dental, contingent on plan amendment (5‑1)
• Approve Major Design Review for Wis‑Pak office building (6‑0)
• Recommend Certified Survey Map for Costco site (23.26 acres) (6‑0)
• Approve Resolution PC25‑R3277 to change land use to General Commercial (6‑0)
• Recommend Ordinance 25‑O1100 to rezone Costco site to General Commercial (6‑0)
• Recommend Conditional Use Permit for Costco gasoline sales and vehicle service (6‑0)

Architectural Commission & Historic Preservation Commission

The Architectural and Historic Preservation Commission approved updated building plans for the mixed‑use project at 1350‑1370 Olympia Fields Drive and approved new building plans for Wis‑Pak at 970 Blue Ribbon Circle N, Winnesota signage at 943 Blue Ribbon Circle N, Café Zupas signage at 1686 Old School House Road, façade updates at 111 W. 2nd Street, and a restroom building at Chapman Park (1450 Oconomowoc Parkway). The commission denied Stapleton Realty’s after‑the‑fact special exception for signage at 112 N. Main Street, requiring removal of the sign. All motions passed with a 4‑0 vote.

• Approved updated plans for 1350‑1370 Olympia Fields Drive mixed‑use building (4‑0)
• Approved building plans for Wis‑Pak at 970 Blue Ribbon Circle N (4‑0)
• Approved special exception for Winnesota signage at 943 Blue Ribbon Circle N (4‑0)
• Approved special exception for Café Zupas signage at 1686 Old School House Road with sign adjustments (4‑0)
• Denied after‑the‑fact special exception for Stapleton Realty signage at 112 N. Main Street; sign must be removed (4‑0)
• Approved façade window updates at 111 W. 2nd Street (4‑0)
• Approved restroom building at Chapman Park, 1450 Oconomowoc Parkway, with design caveat (4‑0)

Utility Committee

The committee approved the minutes from the March 18, 2025 meeting. It voted 3-0-0 to recommend Resolution 25‑R3279 to replace the wastewater administrative building HVAC unit. It also voted 3-0-0 to recommend Resolution 25‑R3280 for a GIS professional services contract.

• Approved March 18, 2025 minutes (3-0-0)
• Recommended Resolution 25‑R3279 to replace wastewater admin building HVAC unit (3-0-0)
• Recommended Resolution 25‑R3280 for GIS professional services contract (3-0-0)
• Adjourned meeting (3-0-0)

Common Council

The Common Council approved several contracts and ordinances, including a construction‑management contract for 2025 street and utility maintenance and a GIS professional services contract. It also adopted a resolution to acquire the downtown alley property abutting Wisconsin Avenue. Additional actions approved cost‑share and memorandum agreements for future State Highway 67 improvements and replaced playground equipment at Westover Park. All motions passed with unanimous or near‑unanimous votes.

• Approved minutes of April 15, 2025 (8-0-0)
• Adopted Resolution 25-R3278 awarding Construction Management Services for 2025 Street & Utility Maintenance (8-0-0)
• Adopted Resolution 25-R3279 for replacement of Wastewater Administrative Building HVAC Unit (8-0-0)
• Adopted Resolution 25-R3280 for GIS Professional Services Contract (8-0-0)
• Adopted Resolution 25-R3268 approving acquisition of downtown alley property adjacent to Wisconsin Avenue (8-0-0)
• Approved Cost Share Agreement with Olde Highlander, LLC for future STH 67 traffic improvements (8-0-0)
• Approved Memorandum of Understanding with DOT for 2037 STH 67 traffic improvements (8-0-0)
• Adopted Resolution 25-R3281 for Westover Park Playground Equipment Replacement (8-0-0)

Public Services

The Public Services Committee considered a recommendation to award Construction Management services for 2025 street and utility maintenance. Alderman Schellpeper moved to recommend Resolution 24‑R3278 and Alderman Mulder seconded. The motion carried with a recorded vote of 0‑0‑0. The meeting was then adjourned with a 3‑0‑0 vote.

• Recommended Resolution 24‑R3278 awarding Construction Management services for 2025 Street & Utility Maintenance (motion carried, vote 0‑0‑0)
• Adjourned meeting (motion carried, vote 3‑0‑0)

Western Lakes Fire District’s Fire Board or Commission

The Fire Commission voted unanimously to enter a closed session, then reconvened in open session. It approved creating an eligibility pool for Assistant Chief candidates and authorized the Chief to extend offers. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Closed session convened unanimously (motion by Matt Yunk, seconded by Scott Kussow)
• Open session reconvened unanimously (motion by Matt Yunk, seconded by Scott Kussow)
• Created eligibility pool for Assistant Chief and authorized Chief to make offers (motion by Susan Marshall, seconded by Scott Kussow)
• Meeting adjourned unanimously (motion by Matt Yunk, seconded by Susan Marshall)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole met on May 6, 2025. A presentation on 2026 budget priorities and the strategic plan was given. The only formal action was a motion to adjourn, which passed unanimously (8-0-0). No other decisions were made.

• Adjourned meeting (8-0-0)

Board of Review

The board voted unanimously to have the City Clerk’s office continue scheduling hearings for any objections. It also unanimously adjourned the current meeting and scheduled the next session for July 10, 2025 at 8:30 a.m. No other actions were taken.

• Clerk’s office to schedule objection hearings (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting to July 10, 2025 at 8:30 a.m. (5-0)

Finance Committee

The committee recommended and approved Resolution 25‑R3275, which authorizes the first‑quarter 2025 grants, donations, and budget amendments. The motion passed unanimously with a 2‑0‑0 vote. The committee also received the purchase order summary and reviewed the March 2025 voucher report, noting no concerns. The meeting was adjourned with a 2‑0‑0 vote.

• Approved Resolution 25‑R3275 (1st Qtr 2025 grants, donations, budget amendments) (2‑0‑0)
• Received purchase order summary (no vote recorded)
• Reviewed March 2025 voucher report – no concerns (no vote recorded)
• Adjourned meeting (2‑0‑0)

Protection and Welfare Committee

The Protection & Welfare Committee approved a passenger transportation vehicle driver license for Ryan Lee of Silver Streak. The motion was made by Alderman Schellpeper, seconded by Chairman Ellis, and carried unanimously with a 2-0-0 vote. The committee then adjourned the meeting by a 2-0-0 vote.

• Approved Taxi Driver License for Ryan Lee (Silver Streak) (2-0-0)
• Adjourned meeting (2-0-0)

Common Council

The Common Council adopted Resolution 25‑R3276 to issue not‑to‑exceed $3,060,000 of General Obligation Promissory Notes (6‑0‑0). It also approved the acquisition of public right‑of‑way for McDowell Court (6‑0‑0) and the final plat for Prairie Creek Ridge #10 Subdivision (6‑0‑0). Several ordinances received their first reading, and mayoral appointments for Emergency Government Director, City Attorney, and Assistant City Attorney were confirmed. Matt Rosek was elected Council President unanimously.

• Authorized $3,060,000 General Obligation Promissory Notes (6-0-0)
• Approved acquisition of public right-of-way for McDowell Court (6-0-0)
• Approved final plat for Prairie Creek Ridge #10 Subdivision (6-0-0)
• First reading of Ordinance 25-O1099 to amend Comprehensive Plan 2050 (6-0-0)
• First reading of Ordinance 25-O1096 to rezone 20.71 acres to Suburban Residential (6-0-0)
• First reading of Ordinance 25-O1095 with amendment deleting Section 17.108(8)(c) (5-0-1, No: Aultman Kloth)
• Confirmed appointment of Emergency Government Director (6-0-0)
• Elected Matt Rosek as Council President (unanimous)

Committee of the Whole

The council voted 6-0-0 to enter a closed session to discuss litigation matters. The closed session was later adjourned by a 6-0-0 vote. The full meeting was then adjourned by a 6-0-0 vote.

• Closed session authorized (6-0-0)
• Closed session adjourned (6-0-0)
• Meeting adjourned (6-0-0)

Parks & Recreation Board

The Parks & Recreation Board approved the minutes from the March meeting, selected Option 3 with Lee Recreation for the Westover Park playground renovation, and adopted the updated city banner policy. It also approved a paddleboard and kayak rental kiosk at Fowler Lake Boat Launch for the 2025 season and authorized the March 2025 vouchers. All motions carried with no opposition.

• Approved March 2025 meeting minutes (motion carried)
• Approved Westover Park Playground renovation – Option 3 with Lee Recreation (motion carried)
• Approved changes to the City Banner Policy (motion carried)
• Approved HiWater/Sherper’s paddleboard and kayak rental kiosk at Fowler Lake Boat Launch for 2025 (motion carried)
• Approved March 2025 vouchers (motion carried)
• Adjourned the meeting (motion carried)

Police Commission

The commission approved the January 2, 2025 meeting minutes. It certified an eligibility list for lateral patrol officer positions and confirmed Chief Pfister's appointments of Adam Rohde and Misael Vasquez as police officers. The eligibility list will remain in effect for one year or until exhausted. The meeting was adjourned after all motions passed unanimously.

• Approved Jan 2, 2025 minutes (5‑0)
• Certified eligibility list for lateral officer hires (5‑0)
• Entered closed session per Wis. Stat. 19.85(1)(c) (5‑0)
• Reopened open session per Wis. Stat. 19.85(2) (5‑0)
• Confirmed appointments of Adam Rohde and Misael Vasquez (5‑0)
• Established eligibility list lasting 1 year or until exhausted (5‑0)
• Adjourned meeting (5‑0)

Plan Commission

The commission approved a food‑truck permit for Lai Thai Kitchen, the final plat for Prairie Creek Ridge #10, and several land‑use amendments including a comprehensive‑plan change and rezoning of 20.71 acres. It also approved a planned‑development overlay, a survey map for the Groose Trust, and an ordinance updating gasoline and vehicle‑service permit standards. The commission denied the resolution to acquire the public right‑of‑way for McDowell Court. All votes were 6‑0 in favor or against the respective actions.

• Approved food‑truck permit for Lai Thai Kitchen at 536 E. Wisconsin Ave (5 conditions), 6-0
• Recommended Final Plat for Prairie Creek Ridge #10 Subdivision (44 lots), 6-0
• Approved amendment to Comprehensive Plan 2050 changing 20.71 acres to Suburban Residential, 6-0
• Recommended Ordinance 25-O1096 to rezone 20.71 acres to Suburban Residential, 6-0
• Recommended Ordinance 25-O1097 to create Planned Development Overlay District for Prairie Creek Ridge Addition #11, 6-0
• Recommended approval of Groose Trust ETZ Certified Survey Map at W675 Concord Center Drive, 6-0
• Recommended Ordinance 25-O1095 to amend Conditional Use Permit Standards for gasoline sales and vehicle service, 6-0
• Denied Resolution 25-R3266 for acquisition of public right‑of‑way of McDowell Court, 6-0

Architectural Commission & Historic Preservation Commission

The commission approved the March 5, 2025 meeting minutes. It approved building plans for a dental office at 1672 Old Schoolhouse Road with conditions on the dumpster and AC screening color. It also approved plans for restaurants at 1295 Olympia Fields Drive, 1299 Olympia Fields Drive, and 616 E. Wisconsin Avenue, each with specific material or signage conditions. The meeting was adjourned at 5:47 p.m.

• Approve March 5, 2025 minutes – carried 4-0-1 (Johnson abstained)
• Approve dental office plans at 1672 Old Schoolhouse Rd, subject to dumpster issue and beige AC walls – carried 4-0-1 (Krogstad abstained)
• Approve restaurant plans at 1295 Olympia Fields Dr, require dark spandrel glass north elevation and white base for dumpster – carried 5-0
• Approve restaurant plans at 1299 Olympia Fields Dr, require gray brick for SE corner EIFS and dumpster enclosure – carried 5-0
• Approve Taco Bell restaurant plans at 616 E. Wisconsin Ave as proposed – carried 4-0-1 (Flint abstained)
• Adjourn meeting – carried 5-0

Common Council

The Common Council approved a conditional use permit for a duplex at 437 S. Franklin Street with a 5‑0‑2 vote. It also approved a survey map to split the same lot, several resolutions for street improvements, boat‑launch and concession‑building engineering fees, and a relocation order for the Wisconsin Avenue alley. All motions were adopted except two council members who voted no on the duplex permit and the boat‑launch fee adjustment.

• Approved Conditional Use Permit for duplex at 437 S. Franklin St (5-0-2)
• Approved Certified Survey Map to divide lot at 437 S. Franklin St (7-0-0)
• Adopted Resolution 25‑R3269 awarding 2025 Street Improvement Program Contract (7-0-0)
• Adopted Resolution 25‑R3272 for Boat Launch Additional Engineering Fees (7-0-0)
• Adopted Resolution 25‑R3273 for Concession Building Engineering Fees (7-0-0)
• Adopted Resolution 25‑R3271 adjusting Boat Launch Fees (6-0-1)
• Adopted Resolution 25‑R3270 approving Relocation Order for Wisconsin Ave Alley (7-0-0)
• Approved minutes of the March 18, 2025 meeting (unanimous)

Public Services

The Public Services Committee recommended and carried three resolutions: awarding the 2025 Street Improvement Program contract, approving additional engineering fees for the boat launch, and approving engineering fees for the concession building. All three motions passed unanimously with a 3-0-0 vote. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Recommended Resolution 25-R3269 awarding 2025 Street Improvement Program contract (3-0-0)
• Recommended Resolution 25-R3272 for Boat Launch additional engineering fees (3-0-0)
• Recommended Resolution 25-R3273 for Concession Building engineering fees (3-0-0)
• Motion to adjourn carried (3-0-0)

Committee of the Whole

The council voted unanimously to go into closed session to discuss litigation involving the City, the Village of Lac La Belle, and the Town of Oconomowoc. After the closed session, the council reconvened in open session by unanimous vote and then adjourned the meeting, also unanimously.

• Moved to closed session on litigation (unanimous)
• Reopened meeting in open session (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Western Lakes Fire District’s Fire Board or Commission

The board unanimously approved the consent agenda, including payment of $1,211,322.54 in bills. It also unanimously adopted four 2024 budget amendments to incorporate grant and surplus funds. A unanimous vote approved Resolution No. 25-001 to carry over $434,622.94 from 2024 to 2025. The board entered a closed session by unanimous vote.

• Approved Consent Agenda items, including $1,211,322.54 bill payment (unanimous)
• Approved 2024 budget amendments to allocate $218,700 grant and related surplus funds (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 25-001 to carry over $434,622.94 to 2025 (unanimous)
• Entered closed session to consider employee compensation matters (unanimous)
• Approved combined May meeting agenda due to holiday schedule (unanimous)

Common Council

The board voted to reject Mr. Gibbs' request to live at 120 N. Fowler St., which is within the prohibited 1,000‑ft zone around a school/daycare. The motion to deny the exemption passed unanimously (6‑0). A separate motion to adjourn also passed 6‑0.

• Denied exemption petition for 120 N. Fowler St. (6-0)
• Adjourned meeting (6-0)