{ "city": "South Milwaukee", "state": "Wisconsin", "page": "https://mytown.theboringparts.com/city/southmilwaukee.gov/", "attribution": "MyTown / The Boring Parts — CC BY 4.0. Summaries AI-generated from official sources.", "license": "https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/", "generated": "2026-07-07", "upcoming": [], "recent": [ { "date": "2026-06-30", "body": "Celebrations Committee", "headline": "Committee to discuss 2026 Sounds of Summer, Trunk or Treat, Christmas events", "summary": "The Celebrations Committee will elect a chairperson and approve minutes from April 15. They will discuss and possibly take action on three 2026 events: Sounds of Summer (Aug 8), Trunk or Treat (Oct 30), and Christmas at the Commons (Dec 5). A financial report will also be presented.", "agenda_url": "https://www.southmilwaukee.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06302026-1077", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.southmilwaukee.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-06-24", "body": "Celebrations Committee", "headline": "Celebrations Committee to discuss 2026 events and elect chair", "summary": "The South Milwaukee Celebrations Committee will elect a new chairperson and discuss three upcoming community events: Sounds of Summer (Aug. 8), Trunk or Treat (Oct. 30), and Christmas at the Commons (Dec. 5). The committee will also review the financial report and approve prior meeting minutes.", "agenda_url": "https://www.southmilwaukee.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06242026-1076", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.southmilwaukee.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-06-23", "body": "Legislation & Permits Committee", "headline": "Committee to consider new liquor license for Corner Stone Pub on Rawson Avenue", "summary": "The Legislation & Permits Committee will discuss and possibly act on a new Class B beer and liquor license application for Corner Stone Pub at 1435 Rawson Avenue. They will also consider requests to amend the 2026 Common Council calendar, temporarily waive a municipal code to allow extended food/drink hours in a pedlet for a June 25 event, and approve a temporary extension of licensed premises for Moran's Pub for a July 1 event. Additionally, the committee will consider granting temporary authority to the City Clerk to approve further temporary extensions for Moran's Pub during FIFA World Cup 2026.", "agenda_url": "https://www.southmilwaukee.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06232026-1074", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.southmilwaukee.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-06-23", "body": "Finance Committee", "headline": "Finance Committee considers $120,571 grant administration contract", "summary": "The Finance Committee will discuss several staff authorizations, including a grant outreach program with the Wisconsin DNR and a professional services agreement with Innovative Public Advisors for up to $120,571. It will also consider a resolution to reimburse borrowing costs for Project 4907-19, a purchase of a 2026 Chevrolet Silverado work truck for $73,877.09, and a vehicle purchase agreement for three 2025 Battle Motors refuse trucks. A presentation on the 2027 budget calendar will be included.", "agenda_url": "https://www.southmilwaukee.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06232026-1073", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.southmilwaukee.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-06-23", "body": "Common Council", "headline": "Council to consider lead service line outreach grant and $120,571 consultant contract", "summary": "The Common Council will consider authorizing a lead service line replacement community outreach grant agreement with the Wisconsin DNR and a professional services contract with Innovative Public Advisors not to exceed $120,571. Other actions include purchasing a work truck for $73,877.09, selling three refuse vehicles to Johns Disposal Service, approving a liquor license for Corner Stone Pub, and discussing a city-wide housing study for up to $19,850.", "agenda_url": "https://www.southmilwaukee.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06232026-1075", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.southmilwaukee.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-06-22", "body": "Library Board", "headline": "Library Board to vote on policy updates and elect officers", "summary": "The South Milwaukee Public Library Board of Trustees will meet to consider updates to library card, meeting room, and circulation policies, as well as a strategic plan update. They are also scheduled to elect officers and approve expenditures for May 2026.", "agenda_url": "https://www.southmilwaukee.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06222026-1071", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.southmilwaukee.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-06-22", "body": "Housing Authority of the City of South Milwaukee", "headline": "Housing Authority to vote on 5-Year Plan and capital funds", "summary": "The Housing Authority holds a public hearing on its 5-Year and Annual PHA Plans, followed by a board meeting. Commissioners will vote on Resolution 26-01 to accept and utilize 2026 Capital Funds and Resolution 26-02 approving the Annual PHA Plan and Five-Year Capital Improvements work plan.", "agenda_url": "https://www.southmilwaukee.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06222026-1072", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.southmilwaukee.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-06-10", "body": "Civic Grants Commission", "headline": "Commission will recommend 2026 Bucyrus Civic Grant applications to City Council", "summary": "The South Milwaukee Civic Grants Commission will approve the minutes from its May 21 meeting and then discuss the 2026 Bucyrus Civic Grant applications, totaling $101,380. It will also consider revisions to the Bucyrus Civic Grant Program criteria and eligibility. The commission will provide updates on previously funded projects before adjourning.", "agenda_url": "https://www.southmilwaukee.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06102026-1069", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.southmilwaukee.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-06-09", "body": "Police & Fire Commission", "headline": "Police & Fire Commission to consider hiring two police officer candidates", "summary": "The Board of Police and Fire Commissioners will discuss and possibly approve a provisional offer of employment to two police officer candidates and their appointment contingent on medical, physical, psychological exams and background checks. The board will also set the date, time, and location for the July 2026 meeting.", "agenda_url": "https://www.southmilwaukee.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06092026-1068", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.southmilwaukee.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-06-08", "body": "Water & Wastewater Commission", "headline": "Commission discusses lead service line outreach and replacements", "summary": "The Water & Wastewater Commission will discuss a grant application for WDNR lead service line outreach. The meeting also includes discussion regarding 2026 lead service line replacements.", "agenda_url": "https://www.southmilwaukee.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06082026-1070", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.southmilwaukee.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-06-05", "body": "Board of Review", "headline": "Board of Review to adjourn until later date", "summary": "The Board of Review will hold an initial meeting solely to call the session into order and then immediately adjourn because the assessment roll is not yet complete. No substantive decisions or discussions will occur at this meeting.", "agenda_url": "https://www.southmilwaukee.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06052026-1062", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.southmilwaukee.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-06-02", "body": "Public Works & Public Property Committee", "headline": "Committee to consider sewer lateral ownership ordinance amendment", "summary": "The Public Works & Public Property Committee will discuss and possibly vote on an ordinance amendment to Section §18.16 of the municipal code regarding private sanitary sewer lateral ownership and abandonment. This is the only substantive item on the agenda; the remainder is procedural. A recommendation will be forwarded to the Common Council.", "agenda_url": "https://www.southmilwaukee.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06022026-1064", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.southmilwaukee.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-06-02", "body": "Legislation & Permits Committee", "headline": "Committee to consider alcohol, amusement, and junk dealer license renewals", "summary": "The Legislation and Permits Committee will discuss and possibly act on renewal applications for various licenses, including retail Class A/B/C alcohol licenses, amusement device licenses, and junk dealer licenses for the 2026-2027 period. The committee will also consider authorizing staff to prepare updates to the municipal code related to alcohol and business licensing. Recommendations will be forwarded to the Common Council for final decisions.", "agenda_url": "https://www.southmilwaukee.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06022026-1065", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.southmilwaukee.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-06-02", "body": "Joint Finance and Legislation and Permits Committees", "headline": "Committees to review Bucyrus grant programs", "summary": "The joint Finance and Legislation and Permits Committees will discuss and possibly take action on the Bucyrus Civic Grant Program and commercial storefront-related grant programs. This is the only substantive item on the agenda.", "agenda_url": "https://www.southmilwaukee.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06022026-1066", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.southmilwaukee.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-06-02", "body": "Claims Committee", "headline": "Committee to discuss claims from Park Family Dental, WE Energies, others in closed session", "summary": "The Claims Committee will meet on June 2, 2026, to consider a motion to enter closed session under Wisconsin law for negotiations and legal advice on specific claims. The claims listed include Park Family Dental, Progressive Universal Insurance A/S/O Alla Ahmad, Pam Thomm, and WE Energies, along with any other claims received since the last meeting. The committee will also discuss outstanding open claims and a claims status report, with possible action following the closed session.", "agenda_url": "https://www.southmilwaukee.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06022026-1063", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.southmilwaukee.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-06-02", "body": "Common Council", "headline": "Council to consider ordinance on sanitary sewer lateral ownership and abandonment", "summary": "The Common Council will consider an ordinance changing private sanitary sewer lateral ownership and abandonment rules. They will also vote on renewal of alcohol and amusement licenses for 2026-2027, and discuss authorizing a USDA planning grant to evaluate using the former Grobschmidt Senior Center kitchen for urban agriculture. The consent agenda includes approval of minutes and acceptance of a resignation.", "agenda_url": "https://www.southmilwaukee.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06022026-1067", "minutes_url": "https://www.southmilwaukee.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_06022026-1067", "source": "https://www.southmilwaukee.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-05-28", "body": "Library Board", "headline": "Library Board to vote on programming policy and discuss officer nominations", "summary": "The South Milwaukee Public Library Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting to take action on the adoption of a programming policy, approve expenditures and financial statements for April 2026, and discuss library advocacy and state standards. The board will also discuss and potentially nominate officers for the coming year.", "agenda_url": "https://www.southmilwaukee.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_05282026-1061", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.southmilwaukee.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-05-26", "body": "Plan Commission", "headline": "Public hearing on zoning code amendments for height, signs, driveways, stormwater", "summary": "The Plan Commission will hold a public hearing on proposed amendments to Chapter 15 (Zoning Code) covering building height, accessory setbacks, business signage, driveways/parking, and stormwater regulations. The commission will also consider two Bucyrus Storefront Activation Grants for interior improvements at 1233 Milwaukee Avenue and 910 Milwaukee Avenue, discuss further zoning code changes, and receive an update on the Scott Crawford Bucyrus Campus development at 1100 and 1022 Milwaukee Avenue.", "agenda_url": "https://www.southmilwaukee.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_05262026-1060", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.southmilwaukee.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-05-26", "body": "Common Council", "headline": "Common Council special meeting cancelled", "summary": "This special meeting of the South Milwaukee Common Council, originally scheduled for May 26, 2026, has been cancelled. No discussion or action will take place on the planned closed-session item regarding the potential purchase of 2931 S. Chicago Avenue and a lease agreement with Piggly Wiggly Midwest.", "agenda_url": "https://www.southmilwaukee.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_05262026-1059", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.southmilwaukee.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-05-21", "body": "Civic Grants Commission", "headline": "Civic Grants Commission to review grant applications and criteria", "summary": "The Civic Grants Commission will hear presentations from applicants for the 2026 Bucyrus Civic Grant Program. The commission will also discuss program criteria and eligibility requirements. Updates on previous grant recipient projects will be provided.", "agenda_url": "https://www.southmilwaukee.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_05212026-1055", "minutes_url": "https://www.southmilwaukee.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_05212026-1055", "source": "https://www.southmilwaukee.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-05-19", "body": "Public Works & Public Property Committee", "headline": "Committee to consider $80,000 emergency generator purchase", "summary": "The Public Works & Public Property Committee will discuss and possibly recommend to the Common Council the purchase of a Generac emergency generator for up to $80,000 from Staff Electric. They will also consider amendments to the municipal code regarding private sanitary sewer lateral ownership and abandonment.", "agenda_url": "https://www.southmilwaukee.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_05192026-1056", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.southmilwaukee.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-05-19", "body": "Common Council", "headline": "Council to discuss purchasing 2931 S. Chicago Ave for Piggly Wiggly grocery store", "summary": "The council will hold a closed session to discuss purchasing 2931 S. Chicago Avenue and a potential lease with Piggly Wiggly Midwest for a grocery store in Tax Increment District No. 3. They will also vote on buying an emergency generator for up to $80,000 and amending the municipal code on private sanitary sewer lateral ownership. Consent agenda items include approval of $2,234,597.32 in vouchers and temporary beer licenses for the South Milwaukee Downtown Market.", "agenda_url": "https://www.southmilwaukee.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_05192026-1057", "minutes_url": "https://www.southmilwaukee.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_05192026-1057", "source": "https://www.southmilwaukee.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-05-14", "body": "Board of Health", "headline": "Board of Health to review Community Health Improvement Plan 2026-2030", "summary": "The South Milwaukee/St. Francis Board of Health will discuss the Community Health Improvement Plan (CHIP) for 2026-2030 and review the 2025 annual report. The Public Health Administrator will provide updates on a Public Health Specialist position, the January-March 2026 quarterly report, and program updates. The board will also elect officers for the upcoming term.", "agenda_url": "https://www.southmilwaukee.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_05142026-1058", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.southmilwaukee.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-05-12", "body": "Police & Fire Commission", "headline": "Police & Fire Commission to consider certifying eligibility list for police officer hiring", "summary": "The South Milwaukee Board of Police and Fire Commissioners will meet to discuss and possibly vote on two police officer hiring matters. They will consider certifying the eligibility list for the Police Officer position and authorizing the start of interviews for candidates. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and is open to the public.", "agenda_url": "https://www.southmilwaukee.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_05122026-1053", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.southmilwaukee.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-05-12", "body": "Celebrations Committee", "headline": "Committee to elect chair, discuss three 2026 events", "summary": "The Celebrations Committee will meet to elect a new chairperson and discuss plans for three 2026 community events: Sounds of Summer at the Commons (Aug. 8), Trunk or Treat at the Commons (Oct. 30), and Christmas at the Commons (Dec. 5). Possible motions may be made on each event. The committee will also review a financial report and approve minutes from the previous meeting.", "agenda_url": "https://www.southmilwaukee.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_05122026-1052", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.southmilwaukee.gov/AgendaCenter" } ] }