Ozaukee County public meetings in 2022

Finance Committee

The Ozaukee County Finance Committee will discuss and recommend action on several items, including a resolution to amend wage differentials for Lasata, Highway, and Sheriff employees, and the sale of a tax-deeded property in Cedarburg. The committee will also review financial reports and approve wire transfers and vouchers.

• Resolution to amend Chapter 3 of the Policy and Procedure Manual to set wage differentials for Lasata, Highway, and Sheriff employees, effective January 1, 2023
• Bid opening and resolution to authorize sale of tax deed property at N45 W5665 Spring Street, Cedarburg, parcel #13-050-22-14-000
• Approval of Wire Transfers #3632-#3654 and November 2022 Schedule of Vouchers
• 2023 Property Insurance discussion (documents to be distributed at meeting)
• Corporation Counsel financial report showing 90.02% of budget expended through November 2022

The committee approved wire transfers and vouchers totaling $7,040,977.74 and selected EMC Insurance for 2023 property coverage. A resolution to amend wage differentials in the County Policy and Procedure Manual was approved for County Board action. The sale of a tax deed property in Cedarburg was postponed.

• Approved wire transfers #3632-#3654 and November 2022 vouchers for $7,040,977.74 (Unanimous)
• Approved 2023 property insurance coverage with EMC for $252,756 (Unanimous)
• Approved resolution to amend Chapter 3 of Policy and Procedure Manual regarding wage differentials (Unanimous)
• Postponed decision on sale of tax deed property at N45 W5665 Spring St to January 26, 2023 (Unanimous)
• Approved November 18, 2022 minutes (Unanimous)

HOME Consortium

The Board of Directors will review the financial status report and the Independence Village HOME Funds Application. The meeting also includes the selection of the 2023 Slate of Officers.

• Independence Village HOME Funds Application
• Financial Status Report
• 2023 Slate of Officers

Veterans Services Commission

The Veterans Service Commission will meet to discuss and review veteran relief requests and current veteran-related issues, including legislative changes affecting local veterans' benefits. The meeting will include a closed session to discuss confidential financial, medical, or personal information. No formal action is expected from other county committees in attendance.

• Discussion and review of veteran relief requests
• Review of current veteran-related issues and legislative changes impacting benefits
• Closed session under WI Statutes for confidential matters

The Commission discussed recent legislative updates, including the PACT Act and Camp Lejeune Federal Tort Claim. No substantive votes or policy decisions were recorded during the open session.

• Closed session approved (unanimous)

Aging & Disability Resource Center Board

The ADRC Board/Commission on Aging will meet to discuss several updates, including a new conflict of interest policy and an annual update on the 85.21 Program/Transit Education. The board will also review and approve minutes from the previous meeting and hear reports from ADRC, Aging Program, and Developmental Disabilities.

• Discussion of ADRC's new conflict of interest policy
• Annual update on 85.21 Program/Transit Education
• Introduction of new ADRC board member
• Updates from Public Health
• Review and approval of minutes from October 10, 2022

The board approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from October 10, 2022. Members received updates on public health, transit funding, and the ADRC Modernization project. No other substantive policy decisions were made.

• Adopted December 12, 2022 agenda (7-0)
• Approved October 10, 2022 minutes (7-0)

HOME Consortium

The HOME Consortium Executive Committee will meet to approve prior meeting minutes and discuss an application for the Independence Village Housing Development. No other substantive items are listed; the agenda is otherwise procedural.

• Independence Village Housing Development application to be considered
• Approval of minutes from June 29, 2022 meeting

County Board

The Ozaukee County Board will consider a resolution to repeal and replace Chapter 3 of the county policy manual, updating positions and pay grades effective January 1, 2023. The board will also vote on resolutions to increase revenue for Planning & Parks, pay membership dues to state and national county associations, cancel outstanding orders from 2020, and designate a concessionaire for fairgrounds facilities. An ordinance amending the Washington Ozaukee Public Health code on food safety and recreation licensing is up for discussion, and the board will consider appointing a medical examiner.

• Resolution 22-28: Repeal and replace Chapter 3 of the Ozaukee County Policy and Procedure Manual – Positions and Pay Grades (revised)
• Resolution 22-29: Increase of Revenue 2022 – Planning & Parks
• Resolution 22-30: Wisconsin Counties Association & National Association of Counties 2023 Membership Dues
• Resolution 22-32: Designating Concessionaire to Utilize County Facilities at Fairgrounds (revised)
• Ordinance 22-7: Amending Washington Ozaukee Public Health Ordinance Sections 17.06 and 17.0608 on food safety and recreation licensing

The County Board approved a revised policy for positions and pay grades and enacted an ordinance regarding food safety and recreation licensing. The board also confirmed several appointments, including a new Medical Examiner and members for the Monarch Library System Board and Veterans Service Commission.

• Adopted Resolution No. 22-28 to repeal and replace Chapter 3 of the Policy and Procedure Manual regarding positions and pay grades (23-0)
• Approved $2,725 DNR County Conservation Aids grant via Resolution No. 22-29 (23-0)
• Approved 2023 membership dues for WCA and NACo via Resolution No. 22-30 (23-0)
• Approved cancellation of outstanding orders from 2020 via Resolution No. 22-31 (23-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 22-32 designating concessionaires for alcohol licenses at county fairgrounds (23-0)
• Enacted Ordinance No. 22-7 amending food safety and recreation licensing (23-0)
• Confirmed appointment of Luke Warnke as Medical Examiner (23-0)
• Confirmed appointments for Justin Strom (County Board Member), Wendy Sprenger and John Katzka (Monarch Library System Board), and Alan M. Richards (Veterans Service Commission)

Radio System User Group

The Ozaukee County Radio System User Group will meet to discuss updates on radio services, the condition of the radio system, and planning for its future. The group will also receive status updates on the Harrington State Park Tower, MABAS, and Washington County. The meeting includes approval of previous minutes and setting the next meeting date.

• Update on radio services, condition of the radio system, and future planning
• Status of Harrington State Park Tower
• MABAS update
• Washington County update

The committee received updates on the transition of law enforcement radios to P25 and discussed technical issues regarding audio volume and battery life. Officials reported that full system completion is estimated for 2024 or 2025.

• Approved September 15, 2022 minutes (unanimous)
• Set next meeting for March 16th at 2:30 p.m.

Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee is holding a special meeting with a closed session to conduct a hearing on the dismissal of a Sheriff's Office employee and to take formal action on the matter. The agenda contains no other substantive items.

• Closed session under Wisconsin Statute 19.85(1)(b) for hearing on dismissal of a Sheriff's Office employee

The committee held a special meeting to conduct a hearing regarding the potential dismissal of a Sheriff's Office employee. The committee voted unanimously to enter a closed session to discuss the matter and take formal action.

• Approved motion to enter closed session to consider dismissal of a Sheriff's Office employee (Unanimous)

Monarch Library System

The Monarch Library System Board of Trustees will meet virtually to discuss and act on several financial items, including approval of health and dental insurance expenses within the 2023 budget and a transfer of $3,000 from unassigned funds to cover vehicle fuel costs in the 2022 budget. The board will also consider appointing an additional signatory authority and receive a presentation on the new Monarch Library System website.

• Approval of health and dental insurance expenses within the approved 2023 budget
• Transfer of $3,000 from unassigned funds to vehicle fuel expenses line item (Budget 2022)
• Appointing an additional signatory authority (discussion and possible action)
• Presentation on the new Monarch Library System website by Jerry Loberger from JL Webvisions

Health & Human Services Committee

The Health and Human Services Committee will consider an ordinance amending the Washington Ozaukee Public Health Ordinance sections on food safety and recreation licensing to align with state-level changes. The committee will also discuss ongoing recruitment and retention at Lasata Campus and receive monthly financial reports from Public Health, Human Services, and Veterans Services.

• Action item: Ordinance amending food safety and recreation licensing fees and program title to match state DATCP changes
• Discussion: Lasata Campus ongoing recruitment and retention efforts
• Financial report: Public Health YTD revenues at 87% of amended budget ($2.25M of $2.58M)
• Financial report: Human Services/Aging/ADRC YTD revenues at 77% of amended budget ($12.3M of $16.1M)
• Financial report: Veterans Services YTD revenues at 96% of amended budget ($20,717 of $21,550)

The Health & Human Services Committee approved amendments to the Ozaukee County Code of Ordinances regarding food safety and recreation licensing. This action moves the ordinance to the County Board for final approval. The committee also approved the meeting minutes from October 25, 2022.

• Approved amendments to Ozaukee County Code of Ordinances Section 17.06 and 17.0608 (Unanimous)
• Approved October 25, 2022 minutes (Unanimous)

Finance Committee

The Ozaukee County Finance Committee will consider resolutions on 2023 health insurance renewal rates with a 1.5% increase, as well as renewal rates for life, disability, dental, and vision insurance. The committee will also vote on a budget amendment for a $2,725 prairie restoration grant, cancellation of $485.71 in outstanding orders, and membership dues for county associations.

• Resolution to approve 2023 health insurance renewal rates with 1.5% increase (single: $1,009.20/month)
• Resolution to implement voluntary term life, short-term disability, and pet insurance through MetLife
• Resolution to increase 2022 revenue by $2,725 for prairie restoration at Hawthorne Hills County Park
• Resolution to cancel $485.71 in outstanding 2020 payment orders per state statute
• Resolution to pay $11,312 for Wisconsin Counties Association and $1,728 for National Association of Counties 2023 dues

The committee approved 2023 renewal rates for health, dental, vision, and disability insurance, including new voluntary pet insurance. It also approved a resolution to repeal and replace Chapter 3 of the Policy and Procedure Manual regarding positions and pay grades. Several financial resolutions were approved to move forward to the County Board.

• Approved 2023 health insurance renewal rates (Unanimous)
• Approved renewal of Life, AD&D, Long-Term Disability, Dental, and Vision rates and implementation of Voluntary Life, Short-Term Disability, and Pet Insurance (Unanimous)
• Approved repeal and replacement of Chapter 3 of the Policy and Procedure Manual regarding Positions and Pay Grades (Unanimous)
• Approved $4,825,036.03 for wire transfers #3617 - #3631 and October 2022 Schedule of Vouchers (Unanimous)
• Approved $2,725 revenue budget amendment for Hawthorne Hills County Park prairie restoration (Unanimous)
• Approved cancellation of outstanding 2020 payment orders (Unanimous)
• Approved 2023 WCA and NaCo membership dues payment (Unanimous)
• Approved October 27, 2022 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

HOME Consortium

The Ozaukee County HOME Consortium Board will consider approving and submitting a HOME-ARP Allocation Plan to HUD, and review an application for HOME funds for Independence Village. The board will also discuss an update from Family Promise of Washington County and a contract amendment with Lutheran Social Services. Other items include a financial status report and review of HOME by-laws.

• Independence Village HOME Funds Application
• HOME-ARP Allocation Plan Approval and Submittal to HUD
• Family Promise of Washington County Update
• Amend 2020 TBRA contract with Lutheran Social Services to include Administration Funds
• HOME By-laws review

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee will hold a public hearing and vote on applying for a $244,426 state grant under Wisconsin Statute 85.21 for elderly and disabled transportation programs, including shared-ride taxi service, veterans out-of-county service, and voucher programs. The committee will also consider designating a fairgrounds concessionaire, purchasing snow equipment, awarding 2023 contracts for shared-ride taxi and express bus service, and authorizing highway equipment purchases from the adopted budget.

• Public hearing and action on 2023 application for $244,426 85.21 Specialized Transportation Assistance grant
• Resolution to designate concessionaire(s) for county facilities at the fairgrounds
• Facilities snow equipment purchase
• 2023 contract awards for shared-ride taxi and express bus service
• Authorization to purchase 2023 highway equipment approved in adopted budget

The committee awarded the Shared Ride Taxi and Commuter Bus service contracts to GoRiteway. Other actions included approving a grant application for specialized transportation and authorizing highway equipment purchases for 2023.

• Awarded Shared Ride Taxi and Commuter Bus services contract to GoRiteway (3-2)
• Approved 2023 application for 85.21 Specialized Transportation Assistance grant (Unanimous)
• Authorized Highway Commissioner to purchase vehicles and equipment up to $735,000 (Unanimous)
• Approved resolution designating Boot Q n’ Boogie as a bar provider at the Fairgrounds (Unanimous)
• Authorized purchase of Facilities Snow Equipment from Schoessow Equipment (Unanimous)
• Approved revised Drug and Alcohol Program Policy and Procedures (Unanimous)
• Approved October 20, 2022 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Public Safety Committee

The committee will review a recommendation for disciplinary action from the Sheriff. Members will also consider a recommendation to the County Board regarding the appointment of a Medical Examiner.

• Sheriff's recommendation of disciplinary action
• Recommendation for appointment of Medical Examiner
• Coroner financial report
• District Attorney financial reports
• Clerk of Courts financial report

The Public Safety Committee approved the minutes from four previous meetings. The committee voted to recommend that the County Administrator select the finalist for the Medical Examiner position following a background check by the Sheriff's Office.

• Approved September 20, October 5, 19, and 31, 2022 minutes (Unanimous)
• Approved recommendation for County Administrator to select Medical Examiner finalist based on background check (Unanimous)
• No action taken on Sheriff's Recommendation of Disciplinary Action

Board of Canvass

The Ozaukee County Board of Canvassers will meet to conduct the official canvass of the November 8, 2022 general election returns. The agenda includes only procedural items: call to order, canvass, and adjournment.

• Conduct county canvass from the returns of the November 8, 2022 general election

The Board of Canvassers reviewed election results by reporting unit for the November 8, 2022 General Election. The board adjusted candidate totals after determining one incorrectly rejected absentee ballot in the Town of Fredonia should be counted. Final reports were reviewed and signed.

• Accepted preparation information provided by County Clerk Winkelhorst
• Determined one rejected absentee ballot in Town of Fredonia should be counted and adjusted candidate totals
• Confirmed a rejected absentee ballot in City of Cedarburg Ward 1 was rejected correctly
• Reviewed and signed final election reports

Criminal Justice Collaborating Council

The Criminal Justice Collaborating Council will vote on funding for Sirona Recovery taxi vouchers and receive updates on the TAD program, the coordinator's report, and coalition activities. The meeting includes public comment and approval of prior minutes.

• Vote on Sirona Recovery Taxi Vouchers
• Coordinator report including coalition update and Chris Herren Presentation
• Financial report
• TAD Program Update
• CJCC Updates

The council approved $500 for Sirona’s Taxi Vouchers. Members discussed collecting proposals for the remaining $32,000 in funds, with a submission deadline of January 31. November meeting minutes were not voted on due to a lack of quorum.

• Approved $500 for Sirona’s Taxi Vouchers
• Set January 31 at 4pm as the deadline for spending proposals for remaining $32,000

Joint Washington Ozaukee Board of Health

The Joint Washington Ozaukee Board of Health will discuss and possibly act on a fee restructure for the Food & Recreational Safety Program, an update to Chapter XVII of the Public Health Ordinance, and receive updates on communicable diseases and the WIC program. The meeting also includes approval of previous minutes and setting the next meeting date.

• Food & Recreational Safety Program fee restructure
• Washington Ozaukee Public Health Ordinance Update Chapter XVII
• Communicable Disease Update including COVID-19 and Monkeypox
• WIC Program Update with formula waiver extension through April 2023

The Board of Health approved updates to the Washington Ozaukee Public Health Ordinance Chapter XVII. Members also gave unanimous general consent for a fee restructure for the Food and Recreational Safety Program.

• Approved September 9, 2022 minutes
• Unanimously voted general consent for Food and Recreational Safety Program fee restructure
• Approved updates to Washington Ozaukee Public Health Ordinance Chapter XVII

Monarch Library System

The Monarch Library System Board will discuss and vote on several contracts, including an agreement with Innovative Inc. for the VEGA discovery platform and a contract with Winnefox Library System for accounting and payroll services. The board will also consider updates to bylaws, employee handbook policies on sick leave and overtime, and a slate of officers for 2023.

• Agreement with Innovative Inc. for VEGA (Discover, Promote and Program) and Program Development Partnership – Discussion and Action
• Contract with Winnefox Library System for Accounting and Payroll services – Discussion and Action
• Recommendation to update Bylaws: move officer elections to last meeting of the year
• New language in Employee Handbook on Sick Leave and Overtime/Compensatory Policy
• Slate of Officers for 2023: President Tom Doane, Vice President John Katzka, Treasurer Wendy Schobert

Monarch Library System

The Finance Committee will meet to review and potentially act on health/dental insurance for part-time employees, final 2023 insurance costs versus budget, fuel costs and consumption, unassigned fund accounts, and a contract with Winnefox Library System for accounting services. The meeting also includes approval of previous minutes and public comment.

• Review and possible action on health & dental insurance for part-time employees
• Presentation of final cost of insurances for 2023 vs. 2023 budget
• Review of fuel costs and consumption vs. unassigned funds
• Discussion and possible action on contract with Winnefox Library System for accounting services
• Review of unassigned fund account

East WI Counties Railroad Consortium

The East Wisconsin Counties Railroad Consortium will consider and take action on several items, including the Glendale Yard Beeline scale, fence, and right-of-way, and a proposal for Leann Schultz to acquire adjacent corridor lands in Beaver Dam. The board will also discuss the potential closure of the Sunny Knoll Road rail grade crossing in Fond du Lac County.

• Action on Glendale Yard – Beeline scale, fence, and right-of-way
• Leann Schultz acquiring adjacent corridor lands at 126 Wisconsin Street, Beaver Dam
• Potential closure of Sunny Knoll Road rail grade crossing in Town of Metomen, Fond du Lac County
• Report from WisDOT Railroads and Harbors
• Reminder of 23rd Annual Freight Railroad Conference on November 15, 2022

Monarch Library System

This meeting of the Monarch Library System Finance Committee has been cancelled. The agenda included items such as reviewing health/dental insurance for part-time employees, final insurance costs for 2023, fuel costs, and a contract with Winnefox Library System.

• Review of health and dental insurance for part-time employees (action item)
• Presentation of final insurance costs for 2023 vs. budget (possible action)
• Review of fuel costs and consumption vs. unassigned funds (action item)
• Review of unassigned fund account (possible action)
• Discussion of contract with Winnefox Library System

Natural Resources Committee

The Natural Resources Committee will vote on using the Tree Fund Account to send farmers to a no-till conference, accepting several state and federal grants for prairie restoration, tree planting, fish counting, and wetland restoration, and awarding bids for a golf course roof replacement and park water well. The committee will also discuss updates on an ADA remodel at a youth camp and capital projects.

• Action: Use Tree Fund Account to support farmer attendance at the 30th National No-Tillage Conference (Jan 10-13, 2023, St. Louis, IN)
• Action: Accept WDNR County Conservation Aids Grant for prairie restoration at Hawthorne Hills County Park
• Action: Accept US Forest Service Great Lakes Restoration Initiative Grant for native tree planting in Ozaukee County Coastal Parks
• Action: Accept NOAA Grant for automated fish identification and counting at the Milwaukee River Mequon Thiensville Dam Fishway
• Action: Award bid/contract for Hawthorne Hills Golf Course Clubhouse Roof Replacement

The committee approved several grant applications for fish identification, tree planting, and wetland restoration. It also authorized contracts for a golf course roof replacement and a new water well at Hawthorne Hills County Park. Additionally, funds were approved to support up to 10 farmers attending a no-tillage conference.

• Approved funding for up to 10 farmers to attend the National No-Tillage Conference (Unanimous)
• Approved $2,725 revenue budget amendment for prairie restoration at Hawthorne Hills County Park (Unanimous)
• Approved grant submittal for native tree planting in Ozaukee County Coastal Parks Project Area (Unanimous)
• Approved $550,000 grant submittal for automated fish identification at Milwaukee River Mequon Thiensville Dam Fishway (Unanimous)
• Approved grant submittal for public access and wetland restoration at Clay Bluffs Cedar Gorge Nature Preserve (Unanimous)
• Approved $119,943 contract with Paul Crandall & Associates, Inc. for Hawthorne Hills Golf Course roof replacement (Unanimous)
• Approved $83,572 contract with Complete Water Inc. for a drinking water well at Hawthorne Hills County Park (Unanimous)
• Approved $31,298 contract with Inter-Fluve for aquatic habitat feasibility analysis on Little Menomonee River Corridor (Unanimous)

County Board

The Ozaukee County Board will consider and likely adopt the 2023 budget, which totals $93 million and increases the property tax levy by 3.97% to $22.28 million. The board will also vote on resolutions to create new positions for assuming City of Mequon dispatch services, approve a 3% cost-of-living wage adjustment for non-represented employees, and set the 2023 county tax rate at $1.6448 per $1,000 of equalized valuation. Other items include a salary study update, ARPA project fund report, and an ordinance amending 2023 Human Services Department user fees.

• 2023 Budget adoption: $93 million total, $22.28 million tax levy, 3.97% levy increase
• Res. 22-23: 5.5 new Sheriff dispatch positions for City of Mequon dispatch takeover ($418,000)
• Res. 22-24: 3% cost-of-living wage adjustment for non-represented employees and jailers
• Res. 22-26: 2023 tax rate set at $1.6448 per $1,000; average home ($250,000) sees $17.28 increase
• Res. 22-27: Agreement to transfer public safety answering service to City of Mequon and Southern Ozaukee Fire and EMS

The County Board adopted the 2023 budget, including the property tax levy and rate. The board also approved a cost-of-living wage adjustment for non-represented employees and jailers. Additionally, the board authorized the consolidation of public safety answering services for the City of Mequon and Southern Ozaukee Fire and EMS with county dispatch.

• Approved 2023 Budget (25-0-1)
• Approved 2023 County Tax Levy and Rate (25-0-1)
• Approved 3% cost of living wage adjustment for non-represented employees and Jailers (25-0-1)
• Approved new positions in the 2023 Budget (25-0-1)
• Approved consolidation of public safety answering services for City of Mequon and Southern Ozaukee Fire and EMS with county dispatch (25-0-1)
• Enacted Ordinance No. 22-6 amending 2023 Human Services Department user fees (25-0-1)
• Confirmed appointment of Katelyn Vogeler as Land and Water Management Director (Voice vote)
• Confirmed appointment of Teresa Couwenhoven to the Aging & Disability Resource Center Board (Voice vote)

County Board

The Ozaukee County Board will hold a public hearing on the proposed 2023 county budget. No other business is scheduled beyond the hearing and adjournment.

• Public hearing on the proposed 2023 Ozaukee County budget

The County Board conducted a public hearing regarding the proposed 2023 budget for Ozaukee County. One member of the public addressed the board. No votes or formal decisions were made regarding the budget during this session.

• Adjourned meeting to November 2, 2022 (voice vote carried)

Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee is voting on a resolution to authorize an agreement transferring public safety answering services from the City of Mequon and the Southern Ozaukee Fire and Emergency Medical Services Department to Ozaukee County dispatch, effective January 1, 2023. The consolidation would create 4.5 new dispatcher positions and one dispatch manager, funded by the county at an estimated $418,000 in county levy, with no cost to the city or fire department. This follows previous consolidations with Grafton, Port Washington, and Saukville.

• Resolution 22-27 authorizes transfer of public safety answering service from City of Mequon and Southern Ozaukee Fire and EMS to Ozaukee County
• Creation of 4.5 county-funded dispatcher positions and 1 dispatch manager
• Estimated fiscal impact of $418,000 in county levy for three dispatcher positions
• Consolidation effective January 1, 2023, at no cost to Mequon or SOFD
• Agreement runs for indefinite term with two-year notice for termination

The Public Safety Committee approved a resolution regarding the transfer of public safety answering services between Ozaukee County, the City of Mequon, and the Southern Ozaukee Fire and Emergency Medical Services Department. This includes the creation of three dispatcher positions.

• Approved RES.22-27 authorizing the public safety answering service agreement and creation of three dispatcher positions (Unanimous)

Executive Committee

The Ozaukee County Executive Committee will consider resolutions approving the 2023 budget, setting the county tax levy and rate, creating new positions (including for Mequon dispatch), and providing a 3% cost-of-living wage adjustment for non-represented employees. The proposed 2023 budget totals $93 million with a property tax levy of $22.28 million, a 3.97% increase over 2022.

• RES.22-25: 2023 Budget totaling $93 million, with $22.28 million property tax levy (3.97% increase)
• RES.22-26: 2023 County Tax Levy and Rate set at $1.6448 per $1,000 of equalized valuation
• RES.22-23: New positions including 5.5 Sheriff staff for Mequon dispatch ($418,000 total) and shared Transit Analyst with Washington County
• RES.22-24: 3% cost-of-living wage adjustment for non-represented employees and Jailers
• Average home valued at $250,000 would see a $17.28 increase in county tax bill

The Executive Committee unanimously approved the 2023 Ozaukee County Budget and the associated tax levy and rate. The committee also approved a 3% cost-of-living wage adjustment for non-represented employees and jailers, as well as a revised list of new budget positions. These items will move forward to the County Board for final action.

• Approved October 3 and 5, 2022 minutes (Unanimous)
• Approved revised resolution for new positions in 2023 Budget (Unanimous)
• Approved 3% cost of living wage adjustment for non-represented employees and Jailers (Unanimous)
• Approved 2023 Ozaukee County Budget (Unanimous)
• Approved 2023 Budget Levy and Tax Rate (Unanimous)
• Cancelled November 16 County Board meeting

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will consider two options for a tax-foreclosed residential lot at N45 W5665 Spring St in Cedarburg: either allow the former owner to repurchase it for $2,219.12, or approve a plan to sell the property via sealed bid. The item was postponed from the September 29 meeting.

• Request to repurchase tax-foreclosed parcel #13-050-22-14-000 at N45 W5665 Spring St, Cedarburg, for $2,219.12
• Alternative plan to sell the same property 'as-is' via sealed bid before November 1, 2022
• Approval of wire transfers #3597-#3616 and September 2022 schedule of vouchers
• Corporation Counsel financial report showing $655,597 in YTD operating expenditures against an $893,583 amended budget

The committee approved wire transfers and vouchers totaling $6,002,629.74. It also authorized the sale of a land-only parcel in Cedarburg via sealed bid. The September 29, 2022 minutes were approved.

• Approved September 29, 2022 minutes (Unanimous)
• Approved sale of Parcel # 13-050-22-14-000 (N45 W5665 Spring St, Cedarburg) 'as is' via sealed bid with a minimum bid of $5,000 (Unanimous)
• Approved wire transfers #3597 - #3616 and September 2022 Schedule of Vouchers totaling $6,002,629.74 (Unanimous)

Traffic Safety Commission

The Ozaukee County Traffic Safety Commission will review fatal accident data, discuss state and local traffic information, and consider public correspondence about a dangerous intersection and a school bus stop. The meeting also includes officer nominations and calendar planning.

• Public letter about intersection of CTH I & Fredonia Kohler Rd
• Complaint about unsafe school bus stop at Lakefield Rd & Riverview
• Proposed speed change on Lakefield Rd
• Quarterly review of fatal accidents
• Speed study on Lakefield Rd / Riverview Dr

The commission approved the agenda and previous meeting minutes. Members reviewed three fatal accidents from the third quarter of 2022 and discussed a proposed speed limit reduction on Lakefield Road. The commission also elected its officers for the upcoming term.

• Approved meeting agenda (all ayes)
• Approved minutes from 7/27/22 (all ayes)
• Elected Mark Roherty as Chairperson and Lt. Chad Eibs as Vice-Chairperson (all ayes)
• Tabled proposed speed change on Lakefield Rd from 55 mph to 45 mph for January meeting

Natural Resources Committee

The Natural Resources Committee will hold a closed session to interview candidates for the Land & Water Management Director position, then reconvene in open session to make a recommendation to the County Board. No other action items are on the agenda.

The Natural Resources Committee held a special meeting to interview candidates for the Land & Water Management Director position. Following a closed session, the committee voted to recommend one candidate to the County Board for appointment.

• Approved recommendation to the County Board to appoint Katelyn Vogeler as Land & Water Management Director (4-1)

Health & Human Services Committee

The committee will hold a second public hearing on a Community Development Block Grant project for an emergency shelter at 1505 Sunset Road, Port Washington, and consider an ordinance amending 2023 Human Services Department user fees. The hearing includes updates on project status and displacement assistance, with opportunity for public input.

• Second public hearing on CDBG-CV 21-19 funded emergency shelter at 1505 Sunset Road, Port Washington
• Ordinance amending Section 2.51 of county code for 2023 Human Services Department user fees
• Proposed fee changes include hot meal at $10.29, psychiatric assessment at $250, and intoxicated driver program assessment at $255
• Approval of September 27, 2022 meeting minutes

The Health and Human Services Committee approved an ordinance to update the 2023 fee schedule, which will now move to the County Board for final action. The committee also held a public hearing regarding the Ozaukee County Emergency Shelter project.

• Approved 2023 Human Services Department User Fees ordinance (Unanimous)
• Approved September 27, 2022 minutes (Unanimous)

HOME Consortium

The HOME Board will consider amending a 2020 TBRA contract with Lutheran Social Services to include a $300,000 2021 allocation, and review the final draft of the HOME-ARP Allocation Plan. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes, a financial report, and an update on the Urban County requalification process.

• Amend 2020 TBRA contract with Lutheran Social Services to include 2021 allocation of $300,000
• HOME-ARP Allocation Plan Final Draft
• Financial Status Report
• Urban County requalification process update on Towns

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee will hold a public hearing and vote on adopting a mileage-based fare structure for the Shared Ride Taxi and a $3.00 flat fare for the Ozaukee County Express Bus, effective January 1, 2023. The proposed taxi fares would increase adult fares by an average of $0.63 per ride, while senior/disabled fares remain largely unchanged. The committee will also discuss car-killed deer pickup responsibilities and receive financial reports on transit, facilities, and highways.

• Public hearing on Shared Ride Taxi fare schedule changes, switching from zone-based to mileage-based fares
• Proposed 2023 Shared Ride Taxi fares: $3.50 for 5 miles or less, up to $8.00 for over 20 miles for adults
• Proposed $3.00 flat fare for Ozaukee County Express Bus, down from current $3.50
• Discussion of responsibility for car-killed deer pickup on county highways
• Transit financial report showing 60.71% of budgeted public charges for services collected year-to-date

County Board

The Ozaukee County Board will hold a regular mid-month meeting on October 19, 2022. The main item is a presentation and review of the 2023 proposed budget as recommended by the Executive Committee, which includes a total tax levy of $22,280,401 (a 3.98% increase) and a total tax rate decrease of 6.57%. The agenda also includes public comment, committee appointments, and reports.

• 2023 Executive Committee recommended budget: total tax levy $22,280,401, up $852,227 (3.98%)
• County tax levy $21,566,432 (up 3.89%); library levy $713,969 (up 6.59%)
• Total tax rate decreases to $1.6448 per $1,000 (down 6.57%)
• Executive Committee amendments include new dispatch positions, tourism funding, and youth apprenticeship
• Public comment period and committee appointments/reappointments

Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee is meeting to review and approve a PSAP Grant application for the implementation of NextGen 9-1-1 technology. The Sheriff's Department plans to use the grant to upgrade dispatch equipment.

• Proposed PSAP Grant Application for NextGen 9-1-1 Implementation
• Estimated project cost of approximately $400,000
• Proposed funding: $320,000 from PSAP Grant and $80,000 from County Levy
• Budgetary quote from BAYCOM for $67,153.00 for EIM implementation and SMS text to 911
• Budgetary quote from Sound Communications Inc. for $98,347.60 for Eventide NexLog upgrades

Monarch Library System

The Executive Committee is meeting to review and take action on the System Plan for 2023. The meeting also includes a period for public comment and correspondence.

• Approval of System Plan 2023

Aging & Disability Resource Center Board

The Aging & Disability Resource Center Board will meet to discuss updates from Public Health and the Mobility Management Coalition. The board will also review Adult Protective Services statistics.

• Introduction of new board member Kay-Ella Dee
• Public Health updates from Kim Buechler
• Mobility Management Coalition report from Matt Manes
• Adult Protective Services statistics presentation by Kay-Ella Dee

Executive Committee

The Executive Committee is meeting to review the County Administrator's proposed 2023 budget and associated expansion requests. The body will discuss departmental budgets across finance, health and human services, natural resources, public safety, and public works. The meeting concludes with the adoption of budget recommendations to be sent to the County Board.

• Review of 2023 County Administrator's Proposed Budget
• Review of 2023 Proposed Budget Expansion Requests and Staff Analysis
• Adoption of 2023 Proposed Budget Recommendations to the County Board
• Review of Finance, Health & Human Services, Natural Resources, Public Safety, and Public Works Committee departments

County Board

The County Board is reviewing a compensation and classification study to improve recruitment and retention for non-represented employees. The board will discuss market placement and a proposed 3.0% cost of living adjustment for 2022 wages.

• RES.22-17: Compensation Study implementation with a 3.0% cost of living adjustment
• RES.22-18: Budget increases for Planning & Parks including a $999,212 WisDOT TAP grant for Ozaukee Interurban Trail repaving
• ORD.22-4: Shoreland & Floodplain Zoning Map Amendment for Town of Fredonia, Sections 8 & 18
• ORD.22-5: Shoreland & Floodplain Zoning Map Amendment for Town of Belgium, Section 18
• RES.22-21: Acceptance of a WDNR Surface Water Planning Grant for water quality monitoring

Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee is considering Resolution 22-22 to designate the Ozaukee County Sheriff’s Office as the county's designated public safety answering point. This designation is required for the Sheriff's Office to apply for a grant to upgrade dispatch equipment to NextGen 9-1-1 technology.

• RES.22-22: Designation of Ozaukee County Sheriff’s Office as the designated public safety answering point
• Proposed grant application for dispatch equipment upgrades estimated at approximately $400,000

Natural Resources Committee

The Natural Resources Committee will review bids and contracts for park improvements and security. The body will also consider a grant for groundwater and stormwater projects at Virmond County Park.

• Fund for Lake Michigan Grant for groundwater investigation and stormwater wetland improvements at Virmond County Park
• Bid and contract for boardwalk, observation dock, and platform at Lion’s Den Gorge Nature Preserve
• Bid and contract for security gates in the Ozaukee County Park System
• Discussion of ADA remodel for HH Peters Youth Camp Building
• Discussion of maintenance building construction at Hawthorne Hills County Park

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will discuss 2023 budget recommendations and a strategic plan for performance metrics. The body is also considering the repurchase or sale of a tax-foreclosed property in Cedarburg.

• Repurchase request for property at N45 W5665 Spring St, Cedarburg for $2,219.12
• Proposed sale of N45 W5665 Spring St, Cedarburg as-is via sealed bid
• 2023 Budget Recommendation for Finance Committee
• 2023-2027 L3Harris Managed Services Agreement
• Resolution regarding Compensation Study market placement and implementation

Health & Human Services Committee

The committee is reviewing 2023 budget recommendations for Human Services, Veterans' Services, Public Health, and the Lasata Senior Living Campus. The body will also hold a public hearing regarding proposed 2023 services and budget per Wisconsin Statutes.

• Proposed 2023 Human Services budget with expenses of $14,396,837 and revenues of $10,186,591
• Request for one new Adult Protective Services (APS) worker position at a cost of $98,334.40
• Award of Architect and Engineering Contract by subrecipient Advocates of Ozaukee
• Review of Human Services HIPAA Sanctions Policy
• Discussion of Health and Human Services Strategic Plan and Performance Metrics

Public Works Committee

The committee is reviewing 2023 budget recommendations for facilities, transit, and highway departments. Discussions include a proposed Transit Analyst position and various capital improvement projects for the Justice Center and Fairgrounds.

• 2023 Budget Recommendation for Public Works Committee
• Proposed Transit Analyst position costing $96,901
• Justice Center capital requests: roof replacement ($300,000), boiler replacement ($200,000), and fire alarm system ($200,000)
• Fairgrounds security enhancements request for $150,000
• Action items for Historic Covered Bridge consultant contract and roof work at Cedarburg and Waubeka shops

Workforce Development Board

The Waukesha-Ozaukee-Washington Workforce Development Board is meeting to approve a revised budget for Fiscal Year 22-23. The board will also receive updates on strategic planning for 2023-2025 and regional workforce projects.

• Review and approval of Revised Fiscal Year 22-23 Budget
• Update on WOWWDB Strategic Planning for 2023-2025
• One-Stop Update from Job Center Coordinator
• Update on Regional and Statewide Workforce Projects

County Board

The Ozaukee County Board will review the County Administrator's proposed budget for 2023. The board will also consider several appointments and reappointments to county boards.

• County Administrator Jason Dzwinel's 2023 Proposed Budget Recommendation
• Appointment of Kristen Berns to the Aging & Disability Resource Center Board
• Reappointment of Kim Queen to the Aging & Disability Resource Center Board
• Appointment of Kristen Berns to the Human Services Board

Public Safety Committee

The committee is reviewing 2023 budget recommendations for the Coroner, District Attorney, and Clerk of Courts. The meeting also includes action items for the Sheriff's Department regarding hiring and project bidding.

• 2023 Budget Recommendation for Public Safety Committee
• Award bid for Outdoor Range Building Project
• Certification of Hiring List for Deputy Sheriff - Patrol Division
• Wisconsin Statewide Mutual Aid Compact for Local Emergency Management Assistance
• Proposed transition of elected Coroner to an appointed Medical Examiner

Radio System User Group

The Radio System User Group will meet to review the current condition and future planning of the radio system. The group will also receive updates regarding the Harrington State Park Tower, MABAS, and Washington County.

• Update on Radio Services and condition of the Radio System
• Status of Harrington State Park Tower
• MABAS Update
• Washington County Update

HOME Consortium

The HOME Consortium Board of Directors will review a revised draft of the HOME-ARP Allocation Plan. The board will also discuss the Urban County requalification process for Towns and a financial status report.

• Amend 2020 TBRA contract with Lutheran Social Services to include 2021 allocation of $300,000
• HOME-ARP Allocation Plan Revised Draft
• Urban County requalification process update on Towns
• Financial Status Report

Local Emergency Planning

The Local Emergency Planning Committee is meeting to discuss administrative issues and operational reports. The body will consider formal action regarding off-site emergency plan updates for the Port Washington Generating Station.

• Update to FFY22 Off Site Emergency Plans for Port Washington Generating Station
• Review of EPCRA Grant Cycle changes
• Approval of March 31, 2022 meeting minutes

East WI Counties Railroad Consortium

The East Wisconsin Counties Railroad Consortium will meet to discuss railroad infrastructure and land use. The body will consider actions regarding the Glendale Yard and a specific land acquisition in Beaver Dam.

• Action on Glendale Yard beeline scale, fence and right-of-way
• Action on Leann Schultz acquiring adjacent corridor lands at 126 Wisconsin Street, Beaver Dam, Wisconsin
• Report of WisDOT Railroads and Harbors
• Report of WSOR regarding maintenance, current projects, and capital projects

Joint Washington Ozaukee Board of Health

The Board of Health will meet to discuss updates regarding communicable diseases and the WIC program. The meeting also includes a Board of Health orientation.

• Communicable Disease Update
• WIC Program Update
• Board of Health Orientation

Natural Resources Committee

The committee will consider two zoning classification requests and discuss the 2023 budget recommendations. The body is also reviewing several grant acceptances and contracts for county park improvements.

• Public hearing for Hartmann Sand & Gravel Co. to change zoning from Shoreland-Wetland to Shoreland at N6621 Pioneer Drive, Fredonia
• Public hearing for Joe Curtes to change zoning from Floodplain to Non-floodplain at 6256 Homestead Drive, Belgium
• Budget amendments for grants including the Ozaukee Interurban Trail and floodplain restoration in Saukville
• Bids and contracts for security cameras, electric service, and barn painting in the county park system
• Bid and contract for a boardwalk and observation dock at Lion’s Den Gorge Nature Preserve

Monarch Library System

The Finance Committee will discuss and potentially take action on quotes for a new website and VEGA procurement costs for member libraries. The body will also appoint a Finance Committee Vice Chairperson and review fuel costs and consumption.

• Appointment of Finance Committee Vice Chairperson
• Review of quotes for new Monarch website
• VEGA procurement, cost, and member library discounts
• Review of fuel costs for bookmobile and fleet vehicles
• Closed session regarding Youth Services Coordinator position and compensation

County Board

The Ozaukee County Board will discuss the 2023 budget, the termination of Express Bus Service, and the appointment of a County Treasurer. The board is also considering resolutions to transfer project funds and apply for nature preserve grants.

• RES.22-13: Transfer of $425,000 from County Roads & Bridges to Capital Project Fund for Highland Interchange Project
• RES.22-14: Application for $25,000 WDNR Regular Urban Forestry Grant for Clay Bluffs Cedar Gorge Nature Preserve
• RES.22-15: Application for WDNR County Conservation Aids Grant for Hawthorne Hills County Park
• RES.22-16: Appointment of County Treasurer
• Discussion on termination of Express Bus Service

Executive Committee

The Executive Committee is considering a resolution to seek applications and interview candidates to fill the County Treasurer position following the resignation of Joshua H. Morrison. The body will also discuss the potential securitization of opioid settlement payments.

• Resolution to appoint a successor for County Treasurer Joshua H. Morrison
• Discussion on securitization of opioid settlement payments
• County Administrator's report on 2023 Budget
• Update on Lasata Campus and Clay Bluffs Cedar Gorge Nature Preserve
• Discussion on Wage and Benefit Study

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will review a fund transfer for the Highland Interchange Project and a proposed 12-month employee referral bonus pilot program. The body will also receive financial reports from the Corporation Counsel, County Clerk, and Finance departments.

• Resolution to transfer $425,000 from County Roads & Bridges to the Capital Project Fund for the Highland Interchange Project
• Proposed 12-month Referral Bonus Pilot Program offering up to $2,000 for recruiting candidates for difficult-to-fill positions
• Approval of wire transfers #3546 - #3565 and July 2022 vouchers
• Corporation Counsel financial report for seven months ending July 31, 2022

Public Works Committee

The committee will discuss the continuation of the Ozaukee County Express Bus Service for 2023 and a request to install a 4-H fire pit at the County Fairgrounds. Members will also review a request for angled parking on CTH D and a fund transfer for the Highland Interchange Project.

• Conceptual approval for a 4-H gas fire pit and concrete slab at the County Fairgrounds
• Request for angled parking along the south side of CTH D for Lake Church Inn
• Continuation of the Ozaukee County Express Bus Service for 2023
• Proposal for a new Flex-Route Bus Service
• Resolution to transfer funds for the Highland Interchange Project

HOME Consortium

The Board of Directors will review a draft of the HOME-ARP Allocation Plan. The meeting also includes a reallocation request from Lutheran Social Services regarding 2020 TBRA.

• HOME-ARP Allocation Plan Draft
• Lutheran Social Services 2020 TBRA Reallocation request
• Financial Status Report

County Board

The County Board is meeting for 4-H Youth Day. The agenda includes presentations on county budget and financials and the Ozaukee Express Bus Service.

• Presentation on County Budget & Financials 101 by Department of Administration Staff
• Presentation on Ozaukee Express Bus Service by Public Works Director Jon Edgren and Transit Superintendent Joy Neilson-Loomis

Board of Canvass

The Ozaukee County Board of Canvassers will meet to conduct the county canvass of the returns from the partisan primary election held on August 9, 2022.

• County Canvass of the August 9, 2022 Partisan Primary Election returns

Criminal Justice Collaborating Council

The Criminal Justice Collaborating Council will meet to discuss coordinator reports and program updates. The agenda includes a presentation on CJCC funds and a report on the TAD program.

• Narcan update
• CHIP update
• Financial Report
• CJCC Funds Presentation
• TAD Program Update

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee is holding a public hearing to determine the need to continue the Ozaukee County Express Bus (MCTS Route 143). No formal discussion or action will be taken at this meeting. The committee will discuss the service continuation at their regular meeting on August 18, 2022.

• Public hearing regarding MCTS Route 143 (Ozaukee County Express Bus)

Aging & Disability Resource Center Board

The Aging & Disability Resource Center Board will meet to receive updates on public health and the Northern Gateway. The board will also discuss renovations to the Administration Building.

• Updates from Public Health
• Northern Gateway discussion
• Administration Building Renovations discussion
• Reports on ADRC, Aging Program, and Developmental Disabilities

Natural Resources Committee

The Natural Resources Committee is meeting to discuss zoning revisions and park improvements. The body will vote on several grant acceptances and a short-term bridge loan for land acquisition.

• Authorize $1,050,000 short-term bridge loan for acquisition of 132 +/- acres for Clay Bluffs Cedar Gorge Nature Preserve
• Proposed revisions to Ozaukee County Shoreland & Floodplain Zoning Ordinance
• Bid and contract for security gates in the Ozaukee County Park System
• Grant acceptance for prairie restoration in Mee-Kwon County Park and Golf Course
• Grant acceptance for forest management and Emerald Ash Borer activities in Clay Bluffs Cedar Gorge Nature Preserve

County Board

The County Board is meeting to discuss the 2023 budget, the results of the 2021 audit, and the termination of Express Bus Service. The board will consider adding a full-time Social Worker II position to handle increasing Adult Protective Services referrals.

• RES.22-8: Create one full-time Human Services Social Worker II position (estimated annual cost $93,943)
• RES.22-10: ARPA funding for the Ozaukee County EMS Grant Program
• RES.22-11: ARPA allocation for Justice Center Training and Storage Facility
• RES.22-12: ARPA funding for employee onboarding and benefits software
• ORD.22-3: Amending Supervisory Districts 9 & 10

Monarch Library System

The Bookmobile Committee is meeting to review the bookmobile budget and the Materials Reconsideration Policy & Procedure. The board will also select a Vice Chair for the committee and receive updates on staffing and a time study.

• Bookmobile budget
• Bookmobile Materials Reconsideration Policy & Procedure
• Selection of Vice Chair for Bookmobile Committee
• Update on search for Bookmobile Library Assistant
• Bookmobile Time Study update

Executive Committee

The Executive Committee is meeting to discuss filling the County Treasurer position following a resignation effective October 28, 2022. The body will also consider several ARPA-funded projects and review committee parliamentary procedures.

• Filling Vacancy in Elective Office of County Treasurer
• ORD.22-3: Amending Supervisory Districts 9 & 10
• RES.22-10: ARPA Funding for Ozaukee County EMS Grant Program
• RES.22-11: ARPA allocation for Justice Center Training and Storage Facility
• RES.22-12: ARPA funding for Employee Onboarding and Benefits Administration Software

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will review presentations from HCA Asset Management and AAE Consulting Group regarding appraisal services for county buildings and equipment. The body will also decide on software subscriptions for employee onboarding and benefits administration using ARPA funding.

• County Buildings and Equipment Appraisal Service selection
• Resolution for Employee Onboarding and Benefits Administration Software subscription using ARPA funding
• Resolution to increase 2022 revenue for Planning & Parks
• Resolution to amend pay grades for Human Services Social Worker II position
• Review of 2021 Audit Report

Traffic Safety Commission

The Traffic Safety Commission will meet to review quarterly fatal accident reports. The body will also discuss informational items from state and local sources.

• Quarterly Review of Fatal Accidents

Health & Human Services Committee

The Health and Human Services Committee and Human Services Board will meet to review departmental reports and discuss open meetings law. The body is scheduled to take action on a resolution regarding the pay grade for a Human Services Social Worker II position.

• Resolution to amend Section 3.01(6) of the Policy and Procedure Manual regarding Human Services Social Worker II pay grades
• Review of Open Meetings Law and Committee Responsibilities by Corporation Counsel
• Senior Living Industry Update for Lasata Campus
• Adult Protective Services presentation by Aging & Disability Services Manager
• Tour of Lasata Senior Living Campus

Monarch Library System

The Finance Committee is meeting to perform a final review of the 2023 budget. The body will also review contingency, assigned, and unassigned fund accounts.

• Final review of 2023 Budget

HOME Consortium

The Board of Directors will review financial reports and updates on housing applications and programs. The meeting includes discussions on the 2023 HOME Allocation Award and the Urban County Requalification process.

• Independence Village Application
• Volunteers of America/Marion House update
• Family Promise of Washington County update
• HOME Consortium/Urban County Requalification process update
• 2023 HOME Allocation Award

East WI Counties Railroad Consortium

The East Wisconsin Counties Railroad Consortium will elect officers and review financial statements. The board will consider actions regarding the Glendale Yard and a land acquisition in Beaver Dam.

• Election of Chairman, Vice chairman, Secretary, and Treasurer
• Action on Glendale Yard – Beeline scale, fence and right-of-way
• Action on Leann Schultz acquiring corridor lands at 126 Wisconsin Street, Beaver Dam
• Approval of financial statements for the year ended December 31, 2021
• WSOR Railroad presentation on WisDOT/EWCRC/WSOR partnership

Monarch Library System

The Operations Committee is meeting to discuss and potentially take action on employee policies. The board will review guidelines regarding overtime, sick leave, and the employee handbook. They will also discuss the process for the Director's yearly evaluation and staff hiring procedures.

• Review and possible action on Overtime/Comp Time Policy
• Proposed change to Mileage Reimbursement Policy to allow Board-determined rates based on State, UW System, and IRS rates
• Review and possible action on Sick Leave Policy
• Establishment of the mechanism for the yearly Board evaluation of the Director
• Review and update of the Employee Handbook

Joint Washington Ozaukee Board of Health

The Board of Health will meet to elect a Chairperson and review updates on communicable diseases and the WIC program. The meeting will also establish the 2022 meeting schedule.

• Election of Joint Board of Health Chairperson
• Communicable Disease Update
• WIC Program Update
• Approval of January 14, 2022 minutes
• Establishment of 2022 meeting dates

Natural Resources Committee

The committee will decide on the purchase of an airseeder and several grant acceptances for habitat restoration and fish passage. Members will also discuss updates to the park ordinance and floodplain mapping.

• Purchase of Salford Valmar 246 Airseeder from Farmers' Implement for $28,300
• Revenue budget amendments for grants regarding Mineral Springs Creek and Clay Bluffs Cedar Gorge Nature Preserve
• Grants for Milwaukee River Lake Sturgeon Habitat Assessment and fish passage on Silver Beach and Sucker Creeks
• Bid and contract for Waubedonia Park Caretakers roof replacements
• ARPA funding request for About Nature, LLC change order for Lake Michigan access at Virmond County Park

County Board

The Ozaukee County Board is meeting to discuss and potentially act on a resolution to ban private donations and grants for election administration. The board will also consider a cross-county taxi program and a speed limit change on County Trunk Highway Q.

• RES. 22-6: Banning donations and grants from non-governmental entities for election administration (2022-2024 term)
• RES. 22-7: Memorandum of Understanding with Washington County for a Cross-County Taxi Program
• ORD. 22-2: Speed limit change for County Trunk Highway Q
• Appointment of Lasata Senior Living Campus Administrator
• Report on Administration Center secure entrance bid

Health & Human Services Committee

The Health and Human Services Committee will review a recommendation to appoint Patricia Brown as the Campus Administrator for Lasata Senior Living. Ms. Brown currently serves as the Interim Campus Administrator.

• Recommendation to appoint Patricia Brown to the Lasata Senior Living Campus Administrator position

HOME Consortium

The HOME Consortium Executive Committee is meeting to discuss a housing development application. The committee will also review minutes from the June 8, 2022 meeting.

• Independence Village Housing Development Application

Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee will meet to discuss personnel discipline within the Sheriff's Department. The meeting includes a closed session for legal counsel and a subsequent open session to consider the Sheriff's recommendation for disciplinary action.

• Consideration of Sheriff's Recommendation of Disciplinary Action

Monarch Library System

The Finance Committee will meet to review mileage reimbursements and the impact of fuel costs on the bookmobile and fleet vehicles. The body will also conduct a preliminary review of the Monarch System and Bookmobile budgets.

• Mileage Reimbursement Review
• Fuel costs and consumption for bookmobile and fleet vehicles
• Preliminary review of Monarch System and Bookmobile budget
• Referral from Operations Committee

HOME Consortium

The HOME Consortium Board of Directors is meeting to discuss housing development applications and the 2022 HOME Allocation Award. The board will also address a Washington County Board member replacement.

• Habitat for Humanity Housing Development Application
• Independence Village Application
• 2022 HOME Allocation Award
• Washington County Board member replacement for HOME Slate of Officers

Public Works Committee

The committee is deciding on a speed limit reduction for County Trunk Highway Q and reviewing several facility improvement contracts. Discussions include a Highway Department facility study and transit service structures.

• Proposed speed limit reduction on CTH Q from 55 MPH to 45 MPH from I-43 ramps to CTH C
• Security improvements to Administrative Center Entrance estimated at $350,000 to $450,000
• Fairground's Pavilion Building Improvements contract with JK Contractors for $132,560
• Proposed $8,000 installation of flex beam security enhancements at the Fairgrounds
• Memorandum of Understanding with Washington County for Cross-County Shared Ride Taxi Service

County Board

The Ozaukee County Board will hold a roundtable discussion with non-profit partners regarding American Recovery Plan Act (ARPA) projects. The meeting also includes a presentation on World Elder Abuse Awareness Day.

• ARPA project roundtable discussion with non-profit partners
• Presentation on World Elder Abuse Awareness Day by Adult Protective Services Supervisor Julie Schlehlein
• Committee appointments and reappointments

Monarch Library System

The Operations Committee is meeting to discuss the IT departmental structure and the Office Assistant & Finance Coordinator position. The board will also review the Director's goals and medical insurance language in the employee handbook.

• IT Departmental Structure review and possible action
• Office Assistant & Finance Coordinator position review and possible action
• Employee handbook medical insurance language clarification
• Support and strategy for Director’s Goals

Aging & Disability Resource Center Board

The Aging & Disability Resource Center Board and Commission on Aging will meet to discuss program updates. The agenda includes reports on public health, shared ride taxi services, and World Elder Abuse Awareness Day.

• Updates from Public Health
• Updates from Shared Ride Taxi
• World Elder Abuse Awareness Day discussion
• Reports on ADRC, Aging Program, and Developmental Disabilities

Energy Action Commission

The Energy Action Commission is reviewing solar PV site assessments from Arch Solar, Inc. for the Administration, Highway, and Justice buildings. The body will consider recommending that the Public Works Committee use County ARPA funds to finance these systems.

• Review of solar PV site assessments for Admin, Hwy, and Justice buildings
• Proposed use of County ARPA funds for three Solar PV Systems
• Admin Building solar proposal: $209,083 total cost with $30,525 in incentives
• Review of 2021 County energy use by Taylor Snider
• Approval of March 9, 2021 meeting minutes

Workforce Development Board

The Waukesha-Ozaukee-Washington Workforce Development Board is meeting to approve the Fiscal Year 22-23 budget. The board will also review service provider recommendations for WIOA Adult, Dislocated Worker, and Youth programs, as well as the Windows to Work Program.

• Approval of Draft Fiscal Year 22-23 Budget
• Service provider recommendations for WIOA Adult and Dislocated Worker Program
• Service provider recommendations for WIOA Youth Program
• Service provider recommendations for Windows to Work Program
• Election of Chair and Vice Chair

HOME Consortium

The HOME Consortium Executive Committee is meeting to discuss a housing development application from Habitat for Humanity. The committee will also consider approving minutes from the March 14, 2022 meeting.

• Habitat for Humanity Housing Development Application

Workforce Development Board

The Joint Executive Committee is meeting to approve the draft budget for Fiscal Year 2022-2023. The board will also review service provider recommendations for several workforce programs and receive a labor market update.

• Review and approval of Draft Fiscal Year 2022-2023 Budget
• Service provider recommendations for WIOA Adult and Dislocated Worker Program
• Service provider recommendations for WIOA Youth Program
• Service provider recommendations for Windows to Work Program
• WOW Labor Market Update and Trends presentation by Tom Walsh

Natural Resources Committee

The committee will consider contracts for a holding tank system at Hawthorne Hills County Park and the purchase of a cabbed tractor. Members will also discuss a land division in Cedarburg and updates on several park ADA remodels and acquisitions.

• Bid and contract for holding tank system at Hawthorne Hills County Park Multipurpose Parks Maintenance Facility
• Purchase of a cabbed tractor for the Parks Division
• Memorandum of Understanding between Glacierland Resource Conservation & Development Council, Inc. and Ozaukee County Land & Water Management
• Discussion on minor land division at 175 Sunset Lane, Cedarburg
• Update on Clay Bluffs Cedar Gorge Nature Preserve acquisition

County Board

The County Board will discuss the 2023 budget and various revenue increases for public health, parks, and land management. The body is also considering a ban on non-governmental donations for election administration and updates to the county supervisory district map.

• RES.22-1: Revenue increases including $50,000 for Clean Farm Families and $15,000 for beach testing
• RES.22-2: $35,815 supplemental appropriation for Human Services 3rd floor carpeting
• RES.22-6: Proposed ban on non-governmental donations/grants for 2022-2024 election administration
• ORD.22-1: Repealing and replacing ordinances regarding cigarettes, nicotine, and tobacco products
• RES.22-5: Amending the County Supervisory District Map for Districts 11 and 16

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee is meeting to consider several budget resolutions, including revenue increases from grants and a fund transfer for a vehicle lease program. The body will also review financial reports and proposed pay grade amendments for Public Health and the Sheriff's Office.

• Revenue increase of $50,000 for Land & Water Management (Fund For Lake Michigan)
• Revenue increase of $14,844 for Planning & Parks (WDNR Urban Forestry Grant)
• Revenue increase of $15,000 for Public Health (WDNR Beach Monitoring Program Grant)
• Supplemental appropriation of $35,815 for Human Services carpeting
• Transfer of $60,000 from General Fund to Special Revenue Fund for Vehicle Lease Program

Traffic Safety Commission

The Traffic Safety Commission will review quarterly fatal accident data and state and local information. The body will take action on a speed study regarding CTH Q and Ulao Rd.

• Action item: Speed study of CTH Q - Ulao Rd reduced to 45 mph
• Quarterly review of fatal accidents

Health & Human Services Committee

The Health and Human Services Committee and Human Services Board are meeting to discuss public health staffing and budget amendments. The body will hold a public hearing on Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) projects and consider a subrecipient agreement for shelter renovations.

• Proposed $1,000,000 CDBG CV subrecipient agreement with Advocates of Ozaukee for domestic abuse shelter renovation and operations
• Public hearing on CDBG-CLOSE projects including Lasata Heights Senior Apartments renovation and park ADA improvements
• Proposed creation of a Deputy Director of Public Health, eliminating Health Strategy Director and Community Health Director positions
• Budget amendment for the 2022 Wisconsin Beach Monitoring Program Grant
• Supplemental appropriation budget amendment for carpeting in Human Services

Monarch Library System

The Executive Committee will meet to review staff performance in both closed and open sessions. The board will also discuss and potentially take action on services from vendors.

• Discussion and possible action on potential services from vendors
• Review of MLS staff performance