Stevens Point public meetings in 2025

City Plan Commission

The City Plan Commission will hold a public meeting to discuss and possibly act on a request from Portage County to amend the Stevens Point Comprehensive Plan. The proposed change would reclassify the future land use of 825 Whiting Avenue from 'Institutional/Government' to 'Commercial/Office/Multi-Family.' This is the only substantive item on the agenda.

• Request from Portage County to amend the Comprehensive Plan for 825 Whiting Avenue (Parcel ID 281230805101103) changing future land use from 'Institutional/Government' to 'Commercial/Office/Multi-Family'

Common Council

The Stevens Point Common Council will consider a consent agenda that includes minutes from recent committee meetings and approvals of various funding items. Among the items is the approval of financing to purchase the property at 1625 Ellis Street. The council will also adopt the Housing Affordability Report for permit year 2024 and consider several ordinance amendments and election‑related resolutions.

• Approval of funding for the purchase of 1625 Ellis Street (Finance Committee item)
• Ordinance amendment codifying rules for the Bukolt Park Skatepark (Chapter 10, City Parks)
• Ordinance amendment prohibiting sunflower seed use on baseball/softball diamonds at Zenoff Park (Chapter 10, City Parks)
• Resolution establishing an alternate in‑person absentee voting location for Spring 2026
• Adoption of the Housing Affordability Report for permit year 2024

Deer Management Committee

The Deer Management Committee will receive updates on 2025 culling operations and discuss funding for the 2026 program. The main action item is approving the solicitation of quotes and proposals for deer culling and processing in 2026. Minutes from March 2025 will also be approved.

• Approval of March 7, 2025 meeting minutes
• Update on 2025 deer culling operations
• Update on 2026 deer culling funding and program
• Approval of soliciting quotes and proposals for 2026 deer culling and processing

Tourism Commission

The Tourism Commission will review 2025 and projected 2026 financials. The body will discuss and possibly act on several grant applications and a payment for the Goerke Turf Improvement Project.

• Portage County Youth Soccer grant application for $60,000
• McDill Lake District/Friends of McDill grant application for $28,000
• Stevens Point Area Flying Disc Association grant application for $22,000
• Steps and Strides Inc. grant application for $10,000
• Payment of remaining pledge for Goerke Turf Improvement Project

Board of Water and Sewerage Commissioners

The Board of Water and Sewerage Commissioners will meet in person at 300 Bliss Avenue to approve department claims and commissioner compensation. The meeting will also include reports on water supply, sewage treatment, and construction.

• Approval of Department Claims
• Commissioner compensation - Joel Lemke
• Water Supply and Distribution Reports
• Sewage Treatment Operations Report
• Construction and Maintenance Report

The board unanimously approved the November 10, 2025 meeting minutes and the department's November 2025 claims. They also approved the 2026 commissioner compensation with a 2.64% cost‑of‑living increase. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved November 10, 2025 minutes (ayes all, nays none)
• Approved November 2025 department claims (ayes all, nays none)
• Approved 2026 commissioner compensation with 2.64% COLA increase (ayes all, nays none)
• Adjourned meeting (ayes all, nays none)

Airport Commission

The Stevens Point Airport Commission meeting on Dec. 8, 2025 will conduct roll call, approve the previous meeting’s minutes, and consider department claim payments. Commissioners will also receive a written or verbal report from Jason Draheim. The meeting will conclude with adjournment.

• Roll call of commissioners
• Approval of previous meeting minutes
• Approval of department claims
• Written/verbal report from Jason Draheim
• Adjournment

The Airport Commission approved the November 10, 2025 meeting minutes and the department's November 2025 claims unanimously. The commission reported that the consultant for the Taxiway Lighting Project was selected and awarded to Strand Associates. The meeting was adjourned after recognizing a retiring member.

• Approved November 10, 2025 meeting minutes (ayes all)
• Approved November 2025 department claims (ayes all)
• Awarded Taxiway Lighting Project consultant to Strand Associates (no vote recorded)
• Adjourned meeting (ayes all)

Police and Fire Commission

The Police and Fire Commission will hold a roll call, then consider moving into a closed session to discuss the selection of the next Stevens Point Chief of Police. If the closed session is approved, the commissioners will discuss candidates and may take action on the appointment. The meeting will conclude with adjournment.

• Roll call of commission members
• Motion to adjourn into closed session under Wis. Stat. 19.85(1)(c) to discuss chief selection
• Discussion and possible action on selecting the next Stevens Point Chief of Police
• Adjournment

Public Policy and General Government

The Public Policy and General Government Committee will consider two license‑list items: changing the designated agents for Kwik Trip locations at 342 Stanley Street and 691 Maria Drive. It will also consider a request to hold the Fourth of July Parade on July 4 2026, which would involve a street closing. The meeting includes standard roll call and adjournment.

• Change of agent for Kwik Trip 342 Stanley Street, replacing Jenna L. Omernik with Angela E. Shipp
• Change of agent for Kwik Trip 691 Maria Drive, replacing Donald C. Kulinski with Jenna L. Omernik
• Request to hold Fourth of July Parade on July 4, 2026 (recurring street closing)

The Public Policy and General Government Committee approved two license changes for Kwik Trip, replacing agents at two locations. The committee also approved holding the Fourth of July Parade on July 4, 2026, marking the city’s 250th anniversary. Both motions passed unanimously.

• Approved Kwik Trip agent changes at locations 342 and 691 (ayes all, nays none)
• Approved Fourth of July Parade 2026 (ayes all, nays none)

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will discuss and possibly approve an ordinance amendment to add stop signs at the intersection of Oak Avenue and Heffron Street. They will also discuss ordinance language regarding the Village of Park Ridge and receive an informational report on street reconstruction and railroad crossing projects.

• Ordinance amendment to add stop signs at Oak Avenue and Heffron Street
• Discussion on Chapter 13 ordinance language for Village of Park Ridge
• Director's report on Division and Church Streets reconstruction project
• Director's report on Park Street railroad crossing closure investigation
• Director's report on Patch Street railroad crossing alterations

The Board of Public Works approved the Director's Report and placed it on file with a unanimous vote. It also approved an amendment to Chapter 9, Section 9.06 adding stop signs at Oak Avenue and Heffron Street, again unanimously. A discussion was held about Chapter 13 ordinance language for the Village of Park Ridge, but no formal vote or decision was recorded.

• Approved Director's Report (unanimous)
• Approved stop‑sign ordinance amendment for Oak Ave at Heffron St (unanimous)

Personnel Committee

The Personnel Committee will discuss and possibly act on an amendment to Administrative Policy 2.08 regarding compensatory time and overtime pay. They will also consider ratification of the 2026-2028 collective bargaining agreement with the Stevens Point Police Officers Organization and approval of 2026 base wage agreements with Teamsters Local 662 for Utilities and Streets/Parks.

• Amendment to Administrative Policy 2.08 - Compensatory Time and Overtime Pay
• Ratification of 2026-2028 collective bargaining agreement with Stevens Point Police Officers Organization
• Approval of 2026 base wage agreement with Teamsters General Union, Local 662 - Utilities
• Approval of 2026 base wage agreement with Teamsters General Union, Local 662 - Streets / Parks

The Personnel Committee approved the 2026‑2028 collective bargaining agreement with the Stevens Point Police Officers Organization. It also approved the 2026 base wage agreements with Teamsters Local 662 for Utilities and for Streets/Parks. The amendment to Administrative Policy 2.08 was withdrawn and no action was taken.

• Approved police collective bargaining agreement (ayes all, nays none)
• Approved 2026 base wage agreement with Teamsters Local 662 – Utilities (ayes all, nays none)
• Approved 2026 base wage agreement with Teamsters Local 662 – Streets/Parks (ayes all, nays none)
• Amendment to Administrative Policy 2.08 withdrawn, no action taken

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will review the total property tax rate for the 2025 tax year and 2026 payable taxes. The committee will also consider approving funding for salt shed repairs and the purchase of a property at 1625 Ellis St.

• Review of total property tax rate for 2025 tax year/2026 payable taxes
• Approval of funding for repairs to the salt shed
• Approval of funding for the purchase of 1625 Ellis St.
• Authorization to apply for a vibrant spaces grant
• Approval of Claims Paid

The committee unanimously approved funding for repairs to the salt shed, for the purchase of 1625 Ellis Street, and to authorize the BID to apply for a vibrant spaces grant. It also approved the pending claims payments. All motions carried with all ayes and no nays.

• Approved funding for salt shed repairs (ayes all, nays none)
• Approved funding to purchase 1625 Ellis St (ayes all, nays none)
• Authorized the BID to apply for a vibrant spaces grant (ayes all, nays none)
• Approved pending claims payments (ayes all, nays none)

Police and Fire Commission

The Stevens Point Police and Fire Commission will discuss hiring two new officer recruits, approving promotions for several officers and a fire battalion chief, and reviewing department reports. The meeting will also include a closed session to discuss the next police chief.

• Hire David Swanson and Joseph Romano as Officer Recruits (start Dec 8, 2025)
• Promote Sgt. Ross Wierzba and Sgt. Alex Beach to Lieutenant (date TBD)
• Promote Lead Officers Jason Dienger and Cole O'Neil to Sergeant (date TBD)
• Promote Battalion Chief Jared Hopfensperger to Fire Division Chief (effective Jan 5, 2026)
• Closed session to discuss next Stevens Point Chief of Police

Stevens Point Sustainability Commission

The Sustainability Commission will approve minutes from the November 6, 2025 meeting and discuss the 2025-26 meeting calendar. The body will also review a presentation on energy savings and carbon neutrality goals.

• Approval of November 6, 2025 meeting minutes
• Presentation on energy savings and carbon neutrality
• Discussion of 2025-26 meeting calendar
• Discussion of sustainability planning document process

The Sustainability Commission approved the minutes of the November 6, 2025 meeting with all members voting aye. The commission then adjourned the meeting at 6:59 p.m. The next meeting is scheduled for February 5 2026.

• Approved November 6, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)
• Scheduled next meeting for February 5, 2026

Business Improvement District Board

The Downtown Business Improvement District Board will consider approval of the November 4, 2025 meeting minutes. Members will review proposed event dates and times for 2026. The board will discuss revisions and approval of the 2026 Downtown BID Operating Plan, its budget, and the attorney's opinion. A closed session will be held to consider the 2026 Events Coordinator contract, followed by an open‑session discussion of the same contract.

• Approve meeting minutes from November 4, 2025
• Review 2026 proposed event dates and times
• Revise and approve the 2026 Downtown BID Operating Plan, budgets, and attorney's opinion
• Closed session to consider the 2026 Events Coordinator contract
• Open session discussion and possible action on the Events Coordinator contract

The BID Board approved the 2026 Downtown BID Operating Plan, its budget, and the attorney’s opinion. It also approved the event coordinator contract for 2026 and adopted the revised schedule for several community events. The board accepted the special meeting minutes from 11/4/2025 and adjourned the meeting at 4:37 pm.

• Approved special meeting minutes from 11/4/2025 (motion passed)
• Approved 2026 Downtown BID Operating Plan, Budgets, Attorney’s Opinion (motion passed)
• Approved event coordinator contract for 2026 (motion passed in closed session)
• Reopened discussion of the event coordinator contract in open session (motion passed)
• Changed Holiday Parade date to Thursday November 19 (motion passed)
• Adjusted Shop Small dates to 11/28‑12/05 (motion passed)
• Adjusted Walk Don’t Run Saturday May 9 time (motion passed)
• Adjourned meeting at 4:37 pm (motion passed)

Park Commission

The Park Commission will consider two ordinance amendments to Chapter 10: one to codify existing rules for the Bukolt Park Skatepark and another to prohibit sunflower seed use on baseball and softball diamonds at Zenoff Park. Commissioners will also set the 2026 fees and charges for the Parks, Recreation and Forestry Department and discuss a request to permit a future walking path along the Wisconsin River in Mead Park. A review of the 2025 year‑end Donald Copps Municipal Pool report will be presented, and the director will report on staffing, the Plover River Crossing project, and approved 2026 budgets.

• Ordinance Amendment – Chapter 10: codify existing rules for Bukolt Park Skatepark
• Ordinance Amendment – Chapter 10: create Section 10.21 prohibiting sunflower seed use on baseball/softball diamonds at Zenoff Park
• Adoption of 2026 fees and charges for the Parks, Recreation and Forestry Department
• Consideration of permitting a future walking path along the Wisconsin River in Mead Park (request by Director Kremer)
• Review of the 2025 year‑end Donald Copps Municipal Pool report

The commission approved the October 1, 2025 meeting minutes. It adopted two ordinance amendments: codifying rules for the Bukolt Park skatepark and prohibiting sunflower seeds on Zenoff Park diamonds. The board also approved 2026 fee increases for non‑resident lodge and boat slip rentals and authorized permitting for a future walking path along the Wisconsin River in Mead Park.

• Approved October 1, 2025 meeting minutes (10-0)
• Approved ordinance amendment adding quad skates to Bukolt Park skatepark rules (10-0)
• Approved ordinance amendment prohibiting sunflower seed use on Zenoff Park diamonds (10-0)
• Approved 2026 fee increases: +$25 non‑resident lodge rental, +$50 non‑resident boat slip rental (10-0)
• Approved moving forward with permitting for a walking path along the Wisconsin River in Mead Park (10-0)

Police and Fire Commission

The Police and Fire Commission will consider a motion to adjourn the meeting into a closed session under Wis. Stat. §19.85(1)(c) and (e). The closed session would be used to interview candidates for the Police Chief position. The commission will not reconvene in open session after the closed portion.

• Motion to adjourn into closed session to interview police chief candidates (Wis. Stat. §19.85(1)(c)(e))

The Police and Fire Commission moved to adjourn the meeting into a closed session to interview candidates for the Police Chief position. All commissioners present voted in favor; no dissenting votes were recorded. No other actions were taken during the meeting.

• Adjourned into closed session for police chief interviews (ayes all, nays none)

Common Council

The Common Council will enter closed session to negotiate a development agreement for the former Shopko site in TIF District 10 and the purchase of 2854 Church Street for a homeless shelter. After closed session, the council may vote on the development agreement and a grant to Partnering Together Portage County for the shelter purchase. A mayoral appointment to the City Plan Commission will also be considered.

• Mayoral appointment of Laura Schade Stroik to Plan Commission (term expiring April 2027)
• Closed session to negotiate development agreement for Shopko Redevelopment Site (TIF District 10)
• Closed session to negotiate purchase of 2854 Church Street for a 365 Homeless Shelter
• Discussion and possible action on development agreement with Commonwealth Development Corp. for 0 Main Street (former Shopko site)
• Discussion and possible action on grant to Partnering Together Portage County for purchase of 2854 Church Street

The council appointed Laura Schade Stroik to the City Plan Commission. It entered a closed session to discuss a development agreement for the former Shopko site and the purchase of 2854 Church Street for a homeless shelter, then reconvened in open session. The council approved the development agreement for the Shopko redevelopment (6‑2 vote) and authorized moving forward with the purchase of the Church Street property, pending a later public meeting.

• Appointed Laura Schade Stroik to City Plan Commission (motion carried, all ayes)
• Entered closed session to discuss Shopko site TIF agreement and 2854 Church St purchase (motion carried, all ayes)
• Reopened open session at 1:22 p.m. (motion carried, all ayes)
• Approved Development Agreement proposal 1 for 0 Main Street Shopko redevelopment (approved 6‑2)
• Approved proceeding with purchase of 2854 Church Street for homeless shelter, subject to further public meeting (unanimous approval)

Redevelopment Authority

The Redevelopment Authority will hold a public hearing and consider a development agreement with Commonwealth Development Corporation for the redevelopment of a portion of the former Shopko site at 0 Main Street. The board will also vote on a dumpster and parking agreement with Point Housing LLC for a downtown dumpster program, and approve minutes from previous meetings.

• Public hearing and possible action on Commonwealth Development Corporation proposal for parcels 281240832202950, 281240832202969, 281240832202804, and 281240832202814 (former Shopko site)
• Discussion and possible action on a development agreement with Commonwealth Development Corporation for the same site
• Approval of a dumpster and parking agreement with Point Housing LLC for a downtown dumpster program
• Approval of minutes from July 31, 2025 and October 14, 2025

The Authority unanimously approved the minutes from its July 31 and October 14, 2025 meetings. It unanimously approved an updated dumpster and parking agreement with Point Housing LLC. It approved the development agreement for the former Shopko site, with an amendment to Exhibit F, passing 4‑3. No action was taken on the public‑hearing proposal, and comments were recorded for future consideration.

• Approved July 31 & Oct 14, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Development Agreement for former Shopko site, with Exhibit F amendment (4‑3)
• Approved updated Dumpster and Parking Agreement with Point Housing LLC (unanimous)
• No action taken on Shopko site proposal under Item 2 (public hearing)

City Plan Commission

The City Plan Commission will hold public hearings on three requests from Portage County concerning the property at 825 Whiting Avenue, including a comprehensive‑plan amendment, a rezoning from R‑2 to R‑4, and a conditional use permit for a nursing home. The commission will also adopt the Housing Affordability Report for permit year 2024 and consider the City’s request to acquire several parcels from the Business Improvement District and the property at 1625 Ellis Street. Additional agenda items include a report on the November 3, 2025 commission meeting, a staff update on the zoning code rewrite, and the Director’s Report.

• Public hearing on amending the Comprehensive Plan for 825 Whiting Ave (Institutional/Government to Commercial/Office/Multi‑Family)
• Public hearing on rezoning 825 Whiting Ave from R‑2 Single‑Family Residence to R‑4 Multiple Family I Residence
• Public hearing on a conditional use permit to operate a nursing home at 825 Whiting Ave
• Adoption of the Housing Affordability Report for permit year 2024
• City request to acquire multiple parcels from the Stevens Point Business Improvement District and the parcel at 1625 Ellis Street

The City Plan Commission approved the rezoning of 825 Whiting Avenue from R‑2 to R‑4 by a 5‑1 vote. It also approved a conditional use permit for a nursing home on the same property (5‑1) and adopted the 2024 Housing Affordability Report unanimously. Additionally, the commission unanimously recommended acquiring several Business Improvement District parcels and the 1625 Ellis Street property.

• Approved November 3 report (unanimous)
• Future land use amendment failed (3‑3)
• Approved rezoning of 825 Whiting Ave to R‑4 (5‑1)
• Approved conditional use permit for nursing home at 825 Whiting Ave (5‑1)
• Adopted 2024 Housing Affordability Report (unanimous)
• Recommended acquisition of eight BID parcels (unanimous)
• Recommended acquisition of 1625 Ellis St parcel (unanimous)

Business Improvement District Board

The Business Park Business Improvement District Board will meet in person at the Stevens Point Transit Center to review legal documents and approve a 2025-26 snow contract. The agenda includes a presentation on deed restrictions and a memorandum of understanding for 2026.

• Review & Approve: 2025-26 Snow Contract
• Review & Approve: Property Use and Maintenance Agreement
• Review & Approve: Resolution Transferring Real Estate to City
• Presentation: Current Deed Restrictions and Protective Covenants
• Review & Discussion: 2026 Memorandum of Understanding

The board unanimously approved the Property Use and Maintenance Agreement. It also approved the Resolution transferring real estate to the city. The October 10, 2025 meeting minutes were approved. Finally, the 2025‑26 snow contract was approved unanimously.

• Approved Property Use and Maintenance Agreement (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution transferring real estate to city (unanimous)
• Approved October 10, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved 2025‑26 snow contract (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Common Council

The Stevens Point Common Council will consider the 2026 city budget, authorize the sale of up to $18.9 million in general obligation notes, and approve various contracts and permits. The meeting will also include a public hearing on the budget.

• Approval of 2026 City Budget and tax rate
• Authorization for $18.9M in general obligation notes
• Award of $2.29M construction project to Advance Construction
• Public Hearing on the 2026 City Budget
• Conditional use permits for 1208 Wisconsin Street and 2877 Church Street

The council approved the City of Stevens Point’s 2026 budget and the levy of the 2025 tax rate. It also authorized a $2,291,803.95 contract for project 25‑202 and a Pre‑Disaster Flood Resilience grant. Several conditional‑use permits and ordinance amendments were adopted, and a claim against the city was denied.

• Adopted the 2026 City Budget (unanimously carried)
• Approved the 2025 tax levy and appropriated necessary funds (unanimously carried)
• Awarded project 25‑202 to Advance Construction, Inc. for $2,291,803.95 (unanimously carried)
• Authorized the Pre‑Disaster Flood Resilience grant and resolution (unanimously carried)
• Approved conditional‑use permit for 1208 Wisconsin St. accessory structure (unanimously carried)
• Approved conditional‑use permit for 2877 Church St. single‑family residence (unanimously carried)
• Approved conditional‑use permit for Point Crossing LLC multi‑family development on Songbird Lane (unanimously carried)
• Denied Douglas Lawrence’s claim for a bicyclist‑vehicle incident (unanimously carried)

Historic Preservation and Design Review Commission

The Historic Preservation/Design Review Commission will review two design requests: a structure at 1220 Briggs Court and a deck at 1724 Clark Street. It will also receive an overview of the city's zoning code rewrite, including conservation districts and the historic preservation plan. The commission will approve the minutes from its October 23, 2025 meeting.

• Design review request from Elodin Holdings LLC for a structure at 1220 Briggs Court
• Design review request from Robert Wilder for a deck at 1724 Clark Street
• Overview of zoning code rewrite covering conservation districts and city historic preservation plan

Board of Water and Sewerage Commissioners

The Stevens Point Board of Water and Sewerage Commissioners will consider awarding Project 25-202 to Advance Construction, Inc. for $2,291,803.95. The meeting also includes authorizing a Pre‑Disaster Flood Resilience grant and its match commitment, approving pump repair costs, and approving professional services to develop a water‑supply service area plan for NR854. Several ordinance amendments related to lateral line replacement funding and stormwater lateral use will be discussed.

• Award of Project 25-202 to Advance Construction, Inc. for $2,291,803.95
• Pre‑Disaster Flood Resilience (PDFR) grant authorization and match commitment
• Approval of pump repair costs due to pump failure
• Approval for professional services to create a water supply service area plan for NR854
• Chapter 13 ordinance amendment creating a program document for the lateral line replacement fund

The Board of Water and Sewerage Commissioners approved the October 2025 minutes and department claims, then awarded project 25‑202 to Advance Construction, Inc. for $2,291,803.95 to rebuild two lift stations. It also approved a $75,000 local match for a Pre‑Disaster Flood Resilience grant, an $18,337.38 pump‑repair expense, a contract up to $10,000 for a water‑supply service area plan, and two Chapter 13 ordinance amendments (lateral‑line fund program and storm‑water lateral use). All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved October 14, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved October 2025 department claims (unanimous)
• Awarded project 25‑202 to Advance Construction, Inc. for $2,291,803.95 (unanimous)
• Authorized applying for PDFR grant with $75,000 local match (unanimous)
• Approved pump repair costs of $18,337.38 (unanimous)
• Approved contracting water‑supply service area plan up to $10,000 (unanimous)
• Adopted Chapter 13 ordinance amendment creating lateral‑line fund program document and adding rates (unanimous)
• Adopted Chapter 13 ordinance amendment requiring use of storm‑water laterals (unanimous)

Airport Commission

The Stevens Point Airport Commission will discuss and possibly act on a land sale to Joel Lemke, as well as a land lease and solar easement involving the same party. Routine items include approval of minutes, department claims, and a verbal report from Jason Draheim. The meeting is hybrid at 300 Bliss Avenue with a Zoom option.

• Land sale to Joel Lemke
• Land lease and solar easement to Joel Lemke
• Approval of department claims
• Written/verbal report from Jason Draheim

The Airport Commission unanimously approved the minutes from the October 14, 2025 meeting and the department's October 2025 claims. It also approved the sale of approximately 19 acres of airport land and approved a lease for about 30 acres for a solar photovoltaic easement. All motions carried with no opposing votes.

• Approved October 14, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved department claims for October 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved sale of approximately 19 acres of airport land (unanimous)
• Approved lease of about 30 acres for solar easement (unanimous)
• Adjourned the meeting (unanimous)

Transit Commission

The Stevens Point Transportation Commission will consider several routine items, including approving the September and October 2025 financial reports and the September 8 meeting minutes. The commission will vote on adding Friday, November 21, 2025 as an additional Free Ride Friday and on adopting the 2026 fare structure for Central Transportation. The meeting will also set the next meeting date for December 8, 2025.

• Approve September 8, 2025 meeting minutes
• Approve September and October 2025 financial/claims reports
• Approve addition of Friday, November 21, 2025 as a Free Ride Friday
• Approve 2026 fare structure for Central Transportation

The Transportation Commission unanimously approved the September 8, 2025 meeting minutes and the September and October 2025 financial/claims reports. It also approved adding Friday, November 21, 2025 as an additional Free Ride Friday and adopted the 2026 fare structure for Central Transportation. The next meeting was set for December 8, 2025.

• Approved September 8, 2025 minutes (all in favor; none opposed)
• Approved September and October 2025 Financial/Claims Reports (all in favor; none opposed)
• Approved adding Friday, November 21, 2025 as an additional Free Ride Friday (all in favor; none opposed)
• Approved 2026 Fare Structure for Central Transportation (all in favor; none opposed)
• Set next meeting date for Monday, December 8, 2025 at 5:00 PM

Public Policy and General Government

The Public Policy and General Government Committee will consider and possibly approve Class B beer licenses for Baymont by Wyndham, Golden Curry LLC, and University Inn & Suites, all beginning November 18, 2025. It will also review a Class B beer and Class C wine license for Comfort Suites starting December 1, 2025, and a temporary license for a community event. The agenda includes a request to hold the Big Brew & Booyah Bash street closing on February 7, 2026.

• Class B beer license for Baymont by Wyndham, 247 Division Street North
• Class B beer license for Golden Curry LLC, 1035 Main Street
• Class B beer license for University Inn & Suites, 5110 Main Street
• Class B beer & Class C wine license for Comfort Suites, 300 Division Street North
• Temporary license for Big Brew & Booyah Bash event, 200 Division Street

The Public Policy and General Government Committee approved three Class B beer licenses for Baymont by Wyndham, Golden Curry LLC, and University Inn & Suites, all effective November 18 2025. It also approved a Class B beer and Class C wine license for Comfort Suites starting December 1 2025, and a temporary Class B beer and wine license for Big Brothers Big Sisters' event on February 7 2026. Additionally, the committee approved the street‑closure request for the Big Brew & Booyah Bash on February 7 2026. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved Class B beer license for Baymont by Wyndham, 247 Division St N (unanimous)
• Approved Class B beer license for Golden Curry LLC, 1035 Main St (unanimous)
• Approved Class B beer license for University Inn & Suites, 5110 Main St (unanimous)
• Approved Class B beer & Class C wine license for Comfort Suites, 300 Division St N (unanimous)
• Approved temporary Class B beer & Class B wine license for Big Brothers Big Sisters, 2801 Hoover Rd Unit 1H (unanimous)
• Approved street‑closure for Big Brew & Booyah Bash on Feb 7 2026 (unanimous)

Personnel Committee

The Stevens Point Personnel Committee will meet to discuss a request to transition an electrical inspector position from 32 to 40 hours per week. The meeting will be held in-person at the Community Room at 933 Michigan Avenue with a virtual option available.

• Discussion on electrical inspector position hours (32 to 40)
• Meeting location: Community Room at 933 Michigan Avenue
• Meeting ID: 881 2271 5617 | Passcode: 726489

The Personnel Committee approved the request to change the Electrical Inspector position from 32 hours per week to 40 hours per week. Ald. Guthrie moved and Ald. Steinmetz seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously with all ayes and no nays. The committee adjourned at 6:19 p.m.

• Approved transition of Electrical Inspector position from 32 to 40 hours (unanimous)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will consider the 2026 Operating Budget and the 2025 debt issuance, including General Obligation and Revenue notes. They will also discuss a resolution for a WEDC site assessment grant and a proposal from Commonwealth Development Corporation for the Shopko parking lot. The committee will enter closed session to negotiate a claim, a TIF District 10 development agreement, and property sale in TIF District 14.

• Consideration of the 2026 Operating Budget
• Consideration of 2025 debt issuance: General Obligation and Revenue notes
• Resolution authorizing application for WEDC FY26 Site Assessment Grant
• Presentation of proposal from Commonwealth Development Corporation for Shopko parking lot development
• Closed session: claim (bicyclist collision), TIF District 10 development agreement, TIF District 14 property sale

The committee approved the 2026 operating budget, including restoring $5,000 for deer‑culling. It also approved the 2025 debt issuance, a resolution to apply for a state site‑assessment grant, and the payment of outstanding claims. The committee denied a claim involving a bicyclist collision with a city vehicle and voted to continue negotiations on a TIF District 10 development agreement and a TIF District 14 property sale.

• Added $5,000 for deer culling back into 2026 Operating Budget (ayes all, motion carried)
• Approved 2026 Operating Budget (ayes all, motion carried)
• Approved 2025 debt issuance of General Obligation and Revenue notes (ayes all, motion carried)
• Approved resolution authorizing application for Wisconsin Economic Development Corp FY26 Site Assessment Grant (ayes all, motion carried)
• Approved claims paid (ayes all, motion carried)
• Denied claim for bicyclist collision with city‑owned vehicle (ayes all, motion carried)
• Continued negotiations for potential development agreement in TIF District 10 (ayes all, motion carried)
• Proceed with negotiations for sale of property in TIF District 14 (ayes all, motion carried)

Joint Municipal Court Oversight Committee

The Joint Municipal Court Oversight Committee will discuss and take action on a recommendation for the 2026 budget. The meeting includes roll call and adjournment, with the budget being the sole substantive item.

• Discussion and possible action on recommendation for the 2026 budget

The committee met with a quorum present and discussed the recommendation for the 2026 budget. Village President Gary Wolf asked for clarification on the Village's cost share, which Comptroller Corey Ladick provided. Alderman Morrow moved, and Village President Wolf seconded, to approve the 2026 budget. The motion passed with all ayes and no nays.

• Approved 2026 budget (ayes all, nays none)

Police and Fire Commission

The Stevens Point Police and Fire Commission will discuss several personnel actions. Items include promoting Lieutenant Jeremy Mueller to Assistant Police Chief of Administration and moving other officers from probation to permanent status. The commission will also consider hiring new probationary firefighter/paramedic candidates and a motion to enter a closed session to discuss employment of public employees.

• Approve promotion of Lieutenant Jeremy Mueller to Assistant Police Chief of Administration, effective Dec. 1, 2025
• Approve promotion of Sergeant Alex Beach from probation to permanent status, effective Nov. 6, 2025
• Approve promotion of Officer Garrik Kjentvet from probation to permanent status, effective Nov. 28, 2025
• Discuss employment of new probationary firefighter/paramedic candidates Kosobucki, Nielsen, Vlach, and Zvara
• Consider motion to adjourn into closed session to discuss employment of any public employee

The commission approved the minutes from the October meetings and confirmed the bills. It voted to promote Lieutenant Jeremy Mueller to Assistant Police Chief of Administration, effective Dec. 1, 2025. The commission also approved Sergeant Alex Beach and Officer Garrik Kjentvet to permanent status and authorized hiring four new probationary firefighter/paramedic candidates. Finally, the commission adjourned into a closed session to discuss employment matters.

• Approved October 2 and October 14 minutes (unanimous)
• Confirmed bills (unanimous)
• Promoted Lt. Jeremy Mueller to Assistant Police Chief of Administration (unanimous)
• Approved Sgt. Alex Beach to permanent status (unanimous)
• Approved Officer Garrik Kjentvet to permanent status (unanimous)
• Authorized employment of probationary firefighter/paramedic candidates Kosobucki, Nielsen, Vlach, Zvara (unanimous)
• Accepted Police Chief Report (unanimous)
• Adjourned into closed session for employment discussions (unanimous)

Stevens Point Sustainability Commission

The Sustainability Commission will hear a presentation from UWSP's Office of Sustainability on campus climate action planning and accomplishments, then discuss potential collaboration with the City on CO2 reductions and carbon neutrality. The Commission will also discuss the 2025-2026 meeting calendar, agenda topics, and goals for developing a city sustainability planning document. Additionally, they will vote on approving the minutes from the October 2, 2025 meeting.

• Approval of October 2, 2025 meeting minutes
• Presentation by Dave Barbier and Michelle Gullickson from UWSP Office of Sustainability on campus climate action planning
• Discussion on City-University collaboration for CO2 reductions and carbon neutrality, including planning process and goals
• Discussion on 2025-2026 meetings calendar, agenda topics, and new information from commission members
• Discussion on Sustainability Commission's goals and development of a City sustainability planning document

The Sustainability Commission voted to approve the minutes from the October 2, 2025 meeting, with all members voting aye and no nays. The commission then voted to adjourn the November 6 meeting at 7:00 p.m., also unanimously.

• Approved October 2, 2025 meeting minutes (All Ayes, No Nays)
• Adjourned the November 6, 2025 meeting at 7:00 p.m. (All Ayes, No Nays)

Business Improvement District Board

The Downtown Business Improvement District Board will consider approving the 2026 budget and operating plan, as well as a draft memorandum of understanding. The meeting also includes a listening session on downtown development thoughts for the Redevelopment Authority and routine reports from staff and work groups.

• Review and approve 2026 budget
• Review and approve 2026 operating plan
• Review draft Memorandum of Understanding for 2026
• Listening session on downtown development thoughts for the Redevelopment Authority
• Approve meeting minutes from October 7, 2025

The board approved the special meeting minutes from Oct. 7, 2025. It adopted the 2026 operating plan. It also approved sending the 2026 budget to the city council for further action.

• Approved Oct 7, 2025 special meeting minutes (motion passed)
• Adopted 2026 operating plan (motion passed)
• Approved referral of 2026 budget to city council (motion passed)

City Plan Commission

The Stevens Point City Plan Commission will hear reports from recent meetings and hold public hearings on several conditional use permit requests. It will also conduct the first review of the draft general provisions for the zoning code rewrite. Additional items include a utility easement request and a lot purchase proposal.

• Public hearing on Dustin Haugen's conditional use permit for an accessory structure at 1208 Wisconsin Street (Parcel ID 281240832400814)
• Public hearing on Thomas Bushman's conditional use permit for a single‑family residence at 2877 Church Street (Parcel ID 281230805101713)
• Public hearing on Point Crossing LLC's conditional use permit for multiple multi‑family buildings on a parcel bounded by Songbird Lane (Parcel ID 281240836220063)
• First review of draft general provisions for the zoning code rewrite
• Request from Wisconsin Public Service for a utility easement along Water Street

The commission approved the October meeting reports and a series of conditional use permits, including an accessory structure on 1208 Wisconsin Street, a single‑family residence on 2877 Church Street, and multi‑family residential buildings on an unaddressed parcel on Songbird Lane. It also approved the site‑plan review for the Songbird Lane parcel, a utility easement along Water Street, and the purchase of two lots in the Forest Creek Subdivision. All actions were approved by unanimous vote.

• Approved October 6, 8, & 21 meeting reports (unanimous)
• Approved conditional use permit for accessory structure at 1208 Wisconsin St (unanimous)
• Approved conditional use permit for single‑family residence at 2877 Church St (unanimous)
• Approved conditional use permit for multi‑family buildings on Songbird Lane parcel (unanimous)
• Approved site‑plan review for Songbird Lane multi‑family project (unanimous)
• Approved utility easement along Water Street for Wisconsin Public Service (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of lots 29 and 30 in Forest Creek Subdivision by Green Tree Companies (unanimous)

Common Council

The Common Council is holding a special meeting to discuss and potentially act on a single agreement. The item concerns site access for a utility company at a city park.

• Access agreement with Wisconsin Public Service Corporation for monitoring and investigation of southern Pfiffner Pioneer Park

The Common Council approved an access agreement with Wisconsin Public Service Corporation to allow ongoing monitoring and supplemental site investigation of the southern portion of Pfiffner Pioneer Park. Director Kremer outlined the sampling schedule and data availability. The motion passed with all 11 council members voting aye and no nays.

• Approved access agreement for Pfiffner Pioneer Park monitoring (11-0)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will meet to review and discuss the proposed 2026 Operating Budget. No formal actions are scheduled for this meeting.

• Review and discussion of the proposed 2026 Operating Budget

The committee heard a presentation on the proposed 2026 operating budget, including increased transportation aid, higher staff costs, and a plan to raise the debt service levy. Members discussed revenue and expense changes and noted an estimated 10% overall tax increase. No resolutions, approvals, or votes were made; the item was left without action.

Historic Preservation and Design Review Commission

The Historic Preservation and Design Review Commission will consider three design review requests for building modifications. The body will discuss changes to paint, siding, and garage installations to ensure consistency with city ordinances.

• Exterior paint request for 1043 Union Street (13 Investments LLC)
• Garage door installation request for 1416 Main Street (Sue Werwinski)
• New siding material request for 2000 Clark Street (Linda Jaros)

Administrative Appeals Committee

The Administrative Appeals Board will consider appeals of notices and service charges for property maintenance violations at three properties: 400 West Street North, 1824 College Avenue, and 1741 College Avenue. The meeting includes roll call and approval of prior minutes.

• Appeal of notice/service charge for property maintenance violation at 400 West Street North
• Appeal of notice/service charge for property maintenance violation at 1824 College Avenue
• Appeal of notice/service charge for property maintenance violation at 1741 College Avenue

The board approved the July 9 meeting minutes. It approved billing the owner of 400 West Street North $69.58 for a service charge. The board denied appeals for violations at 1824 College Avenue and 1741 College Avenue.

• Approved July 9 minutes (ayes all, nays none)
• Approved billing $69.58 to 400 West St N owner (ayes all, nays none)
• Denied appeal for 1824 College Avenue (ayes all, nays none)
• Denied appeal for 1741 College Avenue (ayes all, nays none)

City Plan Commission

The City Plan Commission will meet to discuss the preliminary policy direction and schedule for a Zoning Code rewrite. The meeting will be held in-person at the Community Room at 933 Michigan Avenue with a virtual option available.

• Presentation on preliminary policy direction for Zoning Code rewrite
• Discussion on project schedule for Zoning Code rewrite
• First review of draft purpose statements for Zoning, Sign & Subdivision Ordinances

The commission reviewed a preliminary policy direction report for the Zoning Code rewrite, discussed the project schedule for drafting and refinement, and examined first‑draft purpose statements for the Zoning, Sign, and Subdivision Ordinances. No action was taken on any of these items.

• No action taken on preliminary policy direction report for Zoning Code rewrite
• No action taken on discussion of project schedule for draft and refinement stage
• No action taken on first review of draft purpose statements for Zoning, Sign, & Subdivision Ordinances

Common Council

The Stevens Point Common Council will consider approving the 2026 budgets for the Police and Fire departments, the 2026 Capital Budget, and amendments to the Zoning Ordinance. The meeting will also address annexation requests and special assessments for street improvements.

• Approval of 2026 Police Department Capital and Operational budgets
• Approval of 2026 Fire Department Capital and Operational budgets
• Amendment to Zoning Ordinance for groundwater protection zones
• Annexation of unaddressed parcel by Little Captain LLC
• Public hearing for Northside Street Improvement Project special assessments

The Stevens Point Common Council approved the consent agenda and a series of ordinances and resolutions. The most notable action was the unanimous approval of the 2026 capital budget, which funds a new City Hall. Additional approvals included a zoning amendment for groundwater protection, annexation of a parcel from the Town of Hull, traffic‑controlled intersections at Hoover Road, a resolution for the Northside Street storm‑sewer project, a petition for Patch Street Trail alterations, and the denial of a vehicle‑strike claim.

• Approved consent agenda (unanimous)
• Approved ordinance amendment to Chapter 23 Zoning Ordinance for groundwater protection zones (unanimous)
• Approved annexation of parcel bounded by Stanley Street from the Town of Hull (unanimous)
• Approved resolution for Northside Street Improvement Project special assessments (unanimous)
• Approved ordinance amendment creating traffic‑controlled intersections at Hoover Road & Industrial Park Road and Hoover Road & Coye Drive (unanimous)
• Approved resolution to file petition with Commissioner of Railroads for Patch Street Trail Project alterations (unanimous)
• Denied claim for Danielle Morey vehicle struck by ball (unanimous)
• Approved 2026 capital budget, including funding for new City Hall (unanimous)

Personnel Committee

The Stevens Point Personnel Committee will meet on October 15, 2025 to discuss several personnel matters. Items include a request to approve a proposal with Colonial Life and several reclassification requests for GIS‑related positions. The committee will also consider certification pay for the Building Inspector position before adjourning.

• Approve the proposal with Colonial Life
• Director Kivela request certification pay for the Building Inspector position
• Reclassify DPW GIS / Engineering Technician to GIS Analyst
• Reclassify GIS / Inspection Technician to GIS System Administrator

The committee unanimously approved the City’s proposal to partner with Colonial Life for voluntary employee benefits. It also approved certification pay for the Building Inspector position. Two GIS positions were reclassified: the DPW GIS/Engineering Technician to GIS Analyst, and a GIS/Inspection Technician to GIS System Administrator.

• Approved Colonial Life benefits proposal (unanimous)
• Approved certification pay for Building Inspector position (unanimous)
• Approved reclassification of DPW GIS/Engineering Technician to GIS Analyst (unanimous)
• Approved reclassification of GIS/Inspection Technician to GIS System Administrator (unanimous)

Public Policy and General Government

The Public Policy and General Government committee will discuss and potentially act on liquor license renewals and new event requests. The body will also review the use of Common Council miscellaneous funds.

• Liquor licenses for Pointers Pub (1327 Second Street), Metro Market #132 (1500 Pinecrest Avenue), and Golden Curry LLC (1035 Main Street)
• Street closing request for Holiday Parade on November 20, 2025
• Street closing request for Go With Your Gut 5K on April 25, 2026
• Use of Common Council Miscellaneous Funds

The Public Policy and General Government Committee approved Class B beer and liquor licenses for Metro Market #132 at 1500 Pinecrest Avenue and for Golden Curry LLC at 1035 Main Street. It also approved a six‑month probationary license for Pointers Pub at 1327 Second Street with required ID‑checking staff. The committee approved the Holiday Parade on November 20, 2025 and the Go With Your Gut 5K on April 25, 2026. No other actions were taken.

• Approved Class B beer & liquor license for Metro Market #132 (1500 Pinecrest Ave) – motion carried unanimously
• Approved Class B beer & liquor license for Golden Curry LLC (1035 Main St) – motion carried unanimously
• Approved six‑month probationary license for Pointers Pub (1327 Second St) – motion carried unanimously
• Approved Holiday Parade event on November 20, 2025 – motion carried unanimously
• Approved Go With Your Gut 5K event on April 25, 2026 – motion carried unanimously

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will discuss updates to the Division and Church Streets reconstruction, fall paving, and signal work on Hoover Road. It will consider a discussion‑only proposal for a Terrace Garden ordinance, an amendment to create traffic‑controlled intersections at Hoover Road with Industrial Park Road and Coye Drive, and applications for STP‑Urban funding for the Business 51 Project and a petition for the 2007 Patch Street Trail Project alterations.

• Ordinance amendment to create traffic‑controlled intersections at Hoover Road & Industrial Park Road and Hoover Road & Coye Drive
• Discussion of potential Terrace Garden ordinance (no vote planned)
• Director's report items: Division and Church Streets reconstruction, fall paving, Hoover Road signalizations, Park Street railroad crossing closure investigation, garbage and recycling ordinance revisions
• Approval to apply for STP‑Urban funding for the Business 51 Project
• Resolution to file a petition with the Office of the Commissioner of Railroads for the 2007 Patch Street Trail Project alterations

The board adopted ordinance amendments to create traffic‑controlled intersections at Hoover Road with Industrial Park Road and Coye Drive. It approved applying for STP‑Urban funding for the Business 51 Project. It approved a resolution to file a petition with the Office of the Commissioner of Railroads for the 2007 Patch Street Trail Project alterations. All three motions passed unanimously.

• Approved ordinance amendments for traffic‑controlled intersections at Hoover Rd & Industrial Park Rd and Hoover Rd & Coye Dr (unanimous)
• Approved application for STP‑Urban funding for Business 51 Project (unanimous)
• Approved resolution to file petition with Office of the Commissioner of Railroads for 2007 Patch Street Trail Project alterations (unanimous)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will vote on awarding a $1,796,643.43 contract for the Plover River Crossing Project to Highway Landscapers, Inc., and is scheduled to approve the 2026 Capital Budget. Other business includes considering a claim from Danielle Morey for a vehicle struck by a ball, approving a scope of services with AECOM to update the Clark/Main Traffic Study, and setting the budget amount for Common Council miscellaneous expenses. The committee will then enter closed session to discuss a potential land swap in TIF District 10 and the potential sale of city-owned property in TIF District 14, with possible action following.

• Award of Plover River Crossing Project to Highway Landscapers, Inc. for $1,796,643.43
• Approval of 2026 Capital Budget
• Approval of scope of services with AECOM to update Clark/Main Traffic Study
• Consideration of claim by Danielle Morey for vehicle struck by a ball
• Closed session to negotiate land swap in TIF District 10 and sale of city-owned property in TIF District 14

The committee awarded the $1,796,643.43 Plover River Crossing Project to Highway Landscapers, Inc. (unanimous vote). It denied Danielle Morey's vehicle damage claim (unanimous vote). The 2026 Capital Budget was approved, while an amendment to remove $9 million from the City Hall project failed. Additional actions included maintaining the Common Council miscellaneous budget, approving AECOM’s traffic‑study scope, approving paid claims, and authorizing staff to negotiate the sale of ten acres in TIF District 14.

• Awarded Plover River Crossing Project to Highway Landscapers, Inc. for $1,796,643.43 (ayes all)
• Denied Danielle Morey's vehicle damage claim (ayes all)
• Approved 2026 Capital Budget (ayes: Christianson, Morrow, Shuda, Keymer, Broderick; nays none)
• Amendment to remove $9 million from City Hall project failed (ayes: Christianson, Shuda; nays: Morrow, Keymer, Broderick)
• Maintained budget amount for Common Council miscellaneous expenses (ayes all)
• Approved Scope of Services with AECOM to update Clark/Main Traffic Study (ayes all)
• Approved claims paid (ayes all)
• Authorized staff to negotiate sale of ten acres of land in TIF District 14 with right of first refusal (ayes all)

Common Council

The Stevens Point Common Council is holding a special meeting to consider awarding a project contract. The body will vote on a specific bid for river crossing work.

• Award the Plover River Crossing Project to Highway Landscapers, Inc. for $1,796,643.43

The council voted to award the Plover River Crossing Project to Highway Landscapes, Inc. for $1,796,643.43. All present council members voted in favor and the motion carried. The project is intended to reduce traffic on Highway 10 at the I‑39 overpass.

• Approved $1,796,643.43 Plover River Crossing contract to Highway Landscapes, Inc. (unanimous)

Board of Water and Sewerage Commissioners

The Board of Water and Sewerage Commissioners will meet in person at 300 Bliss Avenue to discuss water supply reports, a proposed wellhead protection ordinance, and the potential rental of 1909 Cypress. The agenda also includes approval of department claims and a report on a sewage treatment operation.

• Approval of Department Claims
• 1909 Cypress - potential to rent property
• Wellhead protection ordinance proposed updates
• Approval for emergency repair of aeration basin compressor
• Construction and Maintenance Report

The commission unanimously approved the September 8, 2025 meeting minutes and the September department claims. It approved moving all expenses and revenues for the 1909 Cypress property to the Water Utility and allocated $20,000 for property improvements. The board also approved the wellhead protection overlay zoning modifications for the addition of Well 12. Finally, it approved a $34,564.05 emergency purchase to repair the aeration basin compressor.

• Approved September 8, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved September department claims (unanimous)
• Approved reallocating 1909 Cypress expenses/revenues to Water Utility and $20,000 improvement budget (unanimous)
• Approved wellhead protection overlay zoning modifications for Well 12 (unanimous)
• Approved emergency purchase and installation for aeration basin compressor, $34,564.05 (unanimous)

Airport Commission

The Stevens Point Airport Commission will hold a routine meeting to approve minutes and department claims, and receive a written/verbal report from Jason Draheim. No other substantive actions or discussions are listed on the agenda.

• Approval of department claims
• Written/verbal report from Jason Draheim

The commission unanimously approved the September 8, 2025 meeting minutes. It also unanimously approved the department claims for September 2025. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously. No other actions were taken.

• Approved September 8, 2025 meeting minutes (ayes all, nays none)
• Approved September 2025 department claims (ayes all, nays none)
• Adjourned meeting (ayes all, nays none)

Police and Fire Commission

The Stevens Point Police and Fire Commission will discuss moving forward with hiring an Assistant Chief of EMS and a Division Chief for the fire department. The commission will also consider a motion to enter a closed session to interview candidates for the Police Chief position and continue the hiring process. Additionally, the commission will review Section 3.01 of its administrative rules regarding original appointments of police and fire chiefs.

• Discussion on hiring the new Assistant Chief of EMS for the fire department
• Discussion on hiring the new Division Chief of the Bureau for the fire department
• Review of Section 3.01 (Original Appointment — Police and Fire Chiefs) of commission rules
• Motion to adjourn into closed session to interview Police Chief candidates

The commission unanimously approved hiring an Assistant Chief of EMS and a Division Chief of the Fire Department Bureau. It also approved revising Section 3.01 of its administrative rules on interview panels. Finally, the commission voted to adjourn into closed session to interview candidates for Police Chief.

• Approved hiring Assistant Chief of EMS (unanimous)
• Approved hiring Division Chief of the Fire Department Bureau (unanimous)
• Approved amendment to Section 3.01 interview panel rule (unanimous)
• Approved adjournment to closed session for Police Chief interviews (unanimous)

Redevelopment Authority

The Stevens Point Redevelopment Authority will review the Targeted Area Master Plan and hear three separate development proposals for the former Shopko parking lot from KCG Companies, Commonwealth Development Corporation of America, and Volker. The meeting will then move into a closed session to negotiate redevelopment of four specific former Shopko parcels (281240832202950, 281240832202969, 281240832202804, 281240832202814) and the possible sale of a Redevelopment Authority property within TID 6.

• Review of Targeted Area Master Plan
• Proposal from KCG Companies for development of the Shopko parking lot
• Proposal from Commonwealth Development Corporation of America for development of the Shopko parking lot
• Proposal from Volker for development of the Shopko site
• Closed‑session negotiation of redevelopment of parcels 281240832202950, 281240832202969, 281240832202804, 281240832202814 and sale of authority property within TID 6

The Authority voted unanimously to adjourn into closed session to discuss negotiations on former Shopko properties and a property sale. No actions were taken on the three development proposals presented. The meeting remained in closed session and adjourned without further open‑session actions.

• Adjourned into closed session – approved unanimously

Business Improvement District Board

The Business Park Business Improvement District Board will meet to review the 2026 budget and operational plan. The board will also consider board appointments and the transfer of BID-owned parcels to the City of Stevens Point.

• 2026 Budget for the Portage County Business Park Business Improvement District
• 2026 Operational Plan for the Portage County Business Park Business Improvement District
• Property Transfer of BID-Owned Parcels to the City of Stevens Point
• Formation of a subcommittee to review Deed Restrictions and Protective Covenants
• Amendments to the Portage County Business Park Business Improvement District Bylaws

The board approved the minutes from the August 21, 2025 meeting. It approved the recommended board appointments, including Erik Carlson to replace Jim Anderson and moving Director Kivela to a non‑voting role. The board adopted amendments to the district bylaws and approved the 2026 budget, adding $500 for office supplies. The 2026 operational plan was also approved; a special meeting will be scheduled to discuss transferring BID‑owned parcels to the city.

• Approved August 21, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved board appointment recommendations, including Erik Carlson replacement (unanimous)
• Approved amendments to district bylaws (unanimous)
• Approved 2026 budget with $500 office‑supplies addition (unanimous)
• Approved 2026 operational plan (unanimous)
• Noted need for special meeting to transfer BID‑owned parcels to the city (no decision)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Personnel Committee

The City Plan Commission will discuss Chapter 2 on natural, agricultural, and cultural resources, Chapter 4 on utilities and community facilities, and a draft of Chapter 3 on housing. Each chapter will be reviewed and recommendations will be prepared for the Common Council. No formal votes are listed on the agenda.

• Review of Comprehensive Plan Chapter 2: Natural, Agricultural, and Cultural Resources
• Review of Comprehensive Plan Chapter 4: Utilities and Community Facilities
• Review of draft Comprehensive Plan Chapter 3: Housing

The City Plan Commission met on October 8, 2025 at the Community Room, 933 Michigan Avenue. Commissioners reviewed Chapter 2 (Natural, Agricultural, and Cultural Resources), Chapter 4 (Utilities and Community Facilities), and the draft Chapter 3 (Housing) of the Comprehensive Plan. For each chapter, the commission voted to take no action. The meeting adjourned at 7:32 PM.

• No action taken on Comprehensive Plan Chapter 2 review
• No action taken on Comprehensive Plan Chapter 4 review
• No action taken on draft Comprehensive Plan Chapter 3 review

Business Improvement District Board

The Downtown Business Improvement District Board will discuss and possibly act on the 2026 Budget recommendation to the City Council and the 2026 Operating Plan Draft. The board will also consider approving minutes from previous meetings and discuss a communication policy. General reports and work group updates are scheduled.

• 2026 Budget — Recommendation to Council
• 2026 Operating Plan Draft
• Communication Policy - Discussion
• Approve Meeting Minutes from 9-9-2025 Regular Meeting
• Approve Meeting Minutes from 9-23-2025 Town Hall

The board approved the minutes from the September 9 and September 23 meetings. It then approved the 2026 budget, moving event revenue and expenses to a new event line item and adding cash reserves. The board decided the operating plan will be submitted to work‑group committees by the November meeting. The organization workgroup voted to continue collective meetings in November.

• Approved September 9, 2025 meeting minutes (motion passes)
• Approved September 23, 2025 town hall minutes (motion passes)
• Approved 2026 BID budget with event line‑item changes (motion passes)
• Operating plan to be submitted to work‑group committees by November meeting (decision)
• Organization workgroup will continue collective meetings for November (decision)

City Plan Commission

The City Plan Commission will meet to discuss a proposed amendment to the groundwater protection zones and an annexation request. The meeting will be held in-person at the Community Room on 933 Michigan Avenue.

• Public hearing on amending Chapter 23, Zoning Ordinance, to establish groundwater protection zones for municipal well #12
• Public hearing on annexing an unaddressed parcel bounded by Stanley Street from the Town of Hull to the City of Stevens Point
• Staff update on the Zoning Code Rewrite
• Report of the September 2, 2025 meeting of the City Plan Commission
• Director's Report

The City Plan Commission unanimously approved three items: the report of its September 2, 2025 meeting, an amendment to the zoning ordinance that adds groundwater protection zones for municipal well #12, and the annexation of a parcel bounded by Stanley Street from the Town of Hull. No public testimony was heard on the zoning amendment. The meeting adjourned at 6:23 PM.

• Approved September 2, 2025 meeting report (unanimous)
• Approved amendment to Chapter 23, Zoning Ordinance adding groundwater protection zones (unanimous)
• Approved annexation of parcel ID 020240828-14.18 from Town of Hull (unanimous)

Police and Fire Commission

The Police and Fire Commission will discuss and possibly approve the 2026 capital and operational budgets for both the Stevens Point Police and Fire Departments. The commission will also hold a closed session to discuss candidates for the position of Police Chief and proceed with the next step in the hiring process. Routine items include roll call, approval of minutes, confirmation of bills, and departmental reports.

• Discussion and possible approval of 2026 Stevens Point Police Department Capital Budget
• Discussion and possible approval of 2026 Stevens Point Police Department Operational Budget
• Discussion and possible approval of 2026 Stevens Point Fire Department Capital Budget
• Discussion and possible approval of 2026 Stevens Point Fire Department Operational Budget
• Closed session to discuss police chief candidates and next hiring steps

The commission approved the minutes and confirmed bills. It amended Section 5.04 to change interview language and approved both the capital and operational budgets for the 2026 police and fire departments. The meeting was then adjourned into a closed session to discuss police chief candidates.

• Approved meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Confirmed bills (unanimous)
• Amended Section 5.04 interview language (unanimous)
• Approved 2026 Police Department Capital Budget (unanimous)
• Approved 2026 Police Department Operational Budget (unanimous)
• Approved 2026 Fire Department Capital Budget (unanimous)
• Approved 2026 Fire Department Operational Budget (unanimous)
• Adjourned into closed session to discuss police chief candidates (unanimous)

Stevens Point Sustainability Commission

The Sustainability Commission will hear presentations from police and fire leadership regarding resilient operations and community responses to extreme weather. The body will also discuss its goals, planning documents, and future meeting agendas for 2025 and 2026.

• Presentations by Police Chief Robert Kussow and Assistant Chiefs Joseph Gemza and Dennis Zvara on sustainable operations
• Discussion on community resilience to heat waves, air quality warnings, and flooding
• Review of Sustainability Commission goals, objectives, and planning document
• Planning of 2025 and 2026 meeting agenda topics and speakers

Park Commission

The Board will vote on approving a master plan concept for Goerke Park and awarding a $1,796,643.43 contract for the Plover River Crossing Project to Highway Landscapers, Inc. The Director's Report includes updates on the Forest Cemetery entrance stone arch project and horticulturist recruitment.

• Approval of Goerke Park master plan concept
• Award Plover River Crossing Project to Highway Landscapers, Inc. for $1,796,643.43
• Forest Cemetery entrance stone arch project update (discussion)
• Horticulturist position recruitment update

Business Improvement District Board

The Downtown BID Board will hold a presentation and discussion on the 2025 recap and 2026 outlook for downtown Stevens Point. No formal votes or resolutions are scheduled; the meeting is primarily informational.

• Town Hall Presentation and Discussion on Downtown Stevens Point 2025 Recap and 2026 Outlook

The Downtown Business Improvement District board reviewed recent events, budget, and upcoming projects. Members discussed homelessness in downtown, a potential 365‑day shelter for about 40 people, and ideas for new events such as a zombie walk and block parties. No motions were voted on or approved during the meeting.

Common Council

The Stevens Point Common Council will discuss a range of items including a conditional use permit for an accessory dwelling unit at 301 Georgia Street North. The council will also consider an amendment to the subdivision ordinance affecting cul‑de‑sac diameters, fee adjustments for garbage and recycling carts, and contracts with Stantec for grant projects. Additional agenda items include a library lease, a memorandum of understanding with Burlington Junction Railway, and various committee reports and approvals.

• Conditional use permit for an accessory dwelling unit at 301 Georgia St N
• Ordinance amendment to Chapter 20, Subdivision Ordinance – Section 20.06(2) cul‑de‑sac diameter
• Approval of contracts with Stantec for the Brownfield Cleanup Grant and Community Wide Assessment Grant
• Adjustment of fees for purchasing and upgrading garbage and recycling carts
• Consideration of Portage County Library lease

The Common Council approved the consent agenda and a 10‑year lease for the Portage County Library at 1001 Main Street. It also accepted a memorandum of understanding with Burlington Junction Railway, approved a conditional use permit for an accessory dwelling unit at 301 Georgia Street North, and amended the subdivision ordinance’s cul‑de‑sac diameter. The council approved a letter of intent for the Forest Creek Subdivision lot reservation and denied two pothole damage claims.

• Approved consent agenda (11-0)
• Approved 10‑year lease for Portage County Library (10-1)
• Accepted MOU with Burlington Junction Railway (11-0)
• Approved conditional use permit for ADU at 301 Georgia St N (11-0)
• Approved amendment to Subdivision Ordinance cul‑de‑sac diameter (11-0)
• Approved Letter of Intent for Forest Creek Subdivision lot reservation (11-0)
• Disallowed claim by Hanah Ligman for pothole damage (11-0)
• Disallowed claim by Fatema Khan for pothole damage (11-0)

Business Improvement District Board

The Downtown Business Improvement District Board will consider several items, including approving minutes from previous meetings, discussing a lighting plan for the corridor between Water St and the waterfront, and reviewing the preliminary budget for 2026. The board will also address a draft town hall meeting, onboarding of a new executive director, and the holiday parade schedule. All items are for discussion and possible action.

• Approve August 5 and August 14 meeting minutes
• Lighting plan for corridor between Water St & the waterfront
• Review preliminary budget for 2026
• New executive director onboarding
• Holiday parade schedule discussion

The board approved the minutes from the special meetings on 08/05/25 and 08/14/25. It also approved $10,596 to fund the Edison‑style lighting plan for the corridor between Water St and the waterfront. A motion to change the holiday parade date was discussed but no decision was recorded.

• Approved 08/05/25 special meeting minutes (motion passed)
• Approved 08/14/25 special meeting minutes (motion passed)
• Approved $10,596 for Water St corridor lighting plan (motion passed)

Board of Water and Sewerage Commissioners

The board will meet to approve department claims and previous minutes. Members will receive operational reports regarding water supply, distribution, sewage treatment, and construction.

• Approval of Department Claims
• Water Supply and Distribution Reports
• Sewage Treatment Operations Report
• Construction and Maintenance Report
• Directors Report

The Board approved the August 11, 2025 meeting minutes. It also approved the department's August 2025 claims after audit. The meeting was then adjourned. All motions passed with unanimous support.

• Approved August 11, 2025 meeting minutes (Ayes all, Nays none)
• Approved August 2025 department claims (Ayes all, Nays none)
• Adjourned meeting (Ayes all, Nays none)

Airport Commission

The Stevens Point Airport Commission will meet on September 8, 2025, with a standard agenda including roll call, approval of minutes, approval of department claims, and a verbal report from Jason Draheim. The meeting is purely procedural with no major decisions or discussions listed.

• Approval of minutes from previous meeting
• Approval of department claims
• Verbal report by Jason Draheim

The commission unanimously approved the minutes from the August 11, 2025 meeting. It also unanimously approved the department's August 2025 claims as audited. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously.

• Approved August 11, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved August 2025 department claims (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Transit Commission

The Transportation Commission will consider approving Free Ride Fridays on the fixed-route system from November 28 through December 26, 2025. They will also review and vote on July meeting minutes, July and August financial/claims reports, and receive a staff, system, and ridership update. The meeting is hybrid, with in-person at Central Transportation and a Zoom option.

• Approval of Free Ride Fridays on Fixed Route System – November 28 through December 26, 2025
• Approval of July and August 2025 Financial/Claims Reports
• Approval of July 2025 Minutes
• Staff, System, and Ridership Update

The commission unanimously approved the July 2025 meeting minutes and the July and August 2025 financial/claims reports. It also approved the Free Ride Fridays program on the fixed‑route system for November 28 through December 26, 2025. The next meeting was scheduled for October 14, 2025, and the commission adjourned at 5:20 pm.

• Approved July 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved July and August 2025 financial/claims reports (unanimous)
• Approved Free Ride Fridays Nov 28–Dec 26, 2025 (unanimous)
• Set next meeting date: Oct 14, 2025 at 5:00 pm

Public Policy and General Government

The Public Policy and General Government Committee will consider applications for new and temporary Class B beer, wine, and liquor licenses, including Parker Johns BBQ & Pizza, ecoATM, CREATE Portage County, and the Portage County Historical Society. They will also review a request for a temporary extension of Partner’s Pub & Grill’s licensed premises for a special event. The meeting includes a discussion of a street‑closing request for the Lagers and Loggers Fundraising Dinner on October 1, 2025.

• Class B beer & liquor license for Parker Johns BBQ & Pizza at 5327 US Highway 10 East, starting Oct 1 2025
• Secondhand jewelry/pawnbroker license for ecoATM, LLC at 1500 Pinecrest Avenue
• Temporary Class B beer license for CREATE Portage County’s Trivia Unplugged on Sep 20 2025 at 4501 State Highway 66
• Temporary Class B beer & Class B wine license for Portage County Historical Society’s Lagers and Loggers Dinner on Oct 1 2025 at 425 Franklin Street
• Temporary extension of Partner’s Pub & Grill’s licensed premise for a special event on Oct 18 2025

The Public Policy and General Government Committee unanimously approved several liquor-related licenses, including a Class B beer and liquor license for Parker Johns BBQ & Pizza and temporary licenses for CREATE Portage County and the Portage County Historical Society. The committee also approved a temporary extension for Partner’s Pub & Grill and the Lagers and Loggers Fundraising Dinner event with street closing on October 1, 2025. All motions carried with ayes from all members and no nays.

• Approved Class B beer & liquor license for Parker Johns BBQ & Pizza (ayes all, nays none)
• Approved secondhand jewelry/pawnbroker license for ecoATM (ayes all, nays none)
• Approved temporary Class B beer license for CREATE Portage County Trivia Unplugged (ayes all, nays none)
• Approved temporary Class B beer & Class B wine license for Portage County Historical Society Lagers and Loggers Fundraising Dinner (ayes all, nays none)
• Approved temporary extension for Partner’s Pub & Grill for special event (ayes all, nays none)
• Approved Lagers and Loggers Fundraising Dinner event and street closing on Oct 1, 2025 (ayes all, nays none)

Personnel Committee

The Personnel Committee will consider amendments to two administrative policies and a director's request for an overlap position for the building inspector. It will also vote on a new contract for the FICA alternative plan that applies to seasonal employees and crossing guards. The meeting will be held in person at the Community Room, 933 Michigan Avenue, with a Zoom option available.

• Amend Administrative Policy 3.01 Standard Benefits
• Amend Administrative Policy 2.06 Promotion and Transfers
• Approve new contract for the FICA alternative plan for seasonal employees and crossing guards
• Director Kivela request for overlap – Building Inspector
• Roll Call

The committee unanimously approved an amendment to Administrative Policy 3.01 Standard Benefits. It also approved an amendment to Administrative Policy 2.06 Promotion and Transfers. A new contract for the FICA alternative plan for seasonal employees and crossing guards was approved. Finally, Director Kivela's request for overlap for the Building Inspector position was approved.

• Amended Administrative Policy 3.01 Standard Benefits (unanimous)
• Amended Administrative Policy 2.06 Promotion and Transfers (unanimous)
• Approved new FICA alternative plan contract for seasonal employees and crossing guards (unanimous)
• Approved Director Kivela request for overlap – Building Inspector (unanimous)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will review the proposed 2026 Capital Budget and a financial management plan proposal from Ehlers Inc. Members will consider several damage claims and potential contracts for grants. The committee will also discuss the possibility of a Joint Fire Department with Park Ridge.

• Proposed 2026 Capital Budget presentation
• Fee adjustments for purchasing and upgrading garbage and recycling carts
• Contracts with Stantec for Brownfield Cleanup and Community Wide Assessment Grants
• Direction on pursuing a Joint Fire Department with Park Ridge
• Negotiating development agreements in TIF District 10 (closed session)

The committee denied two private‑property pothole damage claims, preventing city payment for those repairs. It approved a contract with Stantec to pursue Brownfield and Community Wide Assessment grants and adjusted fees for garbage and recycling carts. The board postponed the joint fire department study and moved to a closed session to negotiate development agreements in TIF District 10.

• Denied Hanah Ligman pothole claim (motion carried, ayes all)
• Denied Fatema Khan pothole claim (motion carried, ayes all)
• Approved contract with Stantec to apply for Brownfield Cleanup and Community Wide Assessment grants (motion carried, ayes all)
• Approved adjustment of fees for purchasing and upgrading garbage and recycling carts (motion carried, ayes all)
• Postponed consideration of a joint fire department with Park Ridge (motion carried, ayes all)
• Approved payment of presented claims (motion carried, ayes all)
• Moved to closed session to negotiate potential development agreements in TIF District 10 (motion carried, ayes all)

Police and Fire Commission

The Police and Fire Commission will discuss and possibly approve permanent status for Officer Clayton Madison-Dawson, hire Jayden Petit as a probationary police officer, and consider new firefighter/paramedic candidates. They will also discuss running an assessment center for a Division Chief position within the fire department.

• Approval of Officer Clayton Madison-Dawson for permanent status effective September 4, 2025
• Hiring of Jayden Petit as a Probationary Police Officer pending background and screenings
• Consideration of firefighter/paramedic candidates Hauger, Sandberg, Ulrich, and Mittelstaedt
• Discussion on running an Internal/External Assessment Center for a Division Chief position in the Fire Department
• Confirmation of bills and approval of minutes

The commission unanimously approved the meeting minutes and confirmed the bills. They also approved Officer Clayton Madison‑Dawson’s permanent status, hired Jayden Petit as a probationary police officer, and authorized employment of four new probationary firefighter/paramedics. Additional motions to run an assessment center for a fire division chief and to approve the police and fire chief reports were also carried.

• Approved meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Confirmed bills (unanimous)
• Approved Officer Clayton Madison‑Dawson for permanent status (unanimous)
• Approved hiring of Jayden Petit as probationary police officer (unanimous)
• Approved employment of probationary firefighter/paramedics Hauger, Sandberg, Ulrich, Mittelstaedt (unanimous)
• Approved ability to run an assessment center for a fire division chief position (unanimous)
• Approved Police Chief Report (unanimous)
• Approved Fire Chief/EMS Report (unanimous)

Stevens Point Sustainability Commission

The Stevens Point Sustainability Commission will meet to discuss a zoning code rewrite, a greenhouse gas inventory update, and review their 2025 meeting calendar. The body will also receive a presentation on police, fire, and EMS sustainable operations.

• Presentation on zoning code rewrite and greenhouse gas inventory
• Review of 2025 meeting calendar and topics for 2026
• Presentation on police, fire, and EMS sustainable operations
• Next meeting scheduled for October 2, 2025 at 100 Sixth Avenue

City Plan Commission

The City Plan Commission will hold public hearings on a conditional use permit for an accessory dwelling unit at 301 Georgia Street North and on an amendment to Chapter 20 of the Subdivision Ordinance to change required cul-de-sac diameters. The commission will also receive an update on the Zoning Code Rewrite. The meeting is hybrid in-person at 933 Michigan Avenue and via Zoom.

• Public hearing and action on conditional use permit for accessory dwelling unit at 301 Georgia Street North (Chris Stehle)
• Public hearing and action on amendment to Chapter 20, Section 20.06(2) regarding cul-de-sac diameter
• Staff update on Zoning Code Rewrite
• Report of August 4 and August 12, 2025 Plan Commission meetings
• Director's report

The commission unanimously approved the August 4 and August 12, 2025 meeting reports after adding a clarification bullet. They unanimously approved a conditional use permit for an accessory dwelling unit on 301 Georgia Street North (Parcel ID 281240830100126) with staff conditions requiring the owner to live on the property at least ten months per year. They also unanimously approved the City’s request to amend Chapter 20, Section 20.06(2) of the Revised Municipal Code to change the cul‑de‑sac diameter measurement.

• Approved August 4 and August 12, 2025 meeting reports (unanimous)
• Approved conditional use permit for ADU at 301 Georgia St N, Parcel ID 281240830100126 (unanimous)
• Approved amendment to Chapter 20, Section 20.06(2) cul‑de‑sac diameter (unanimous)

Business Improvement District Board

The Business Park Business Improvement District Board will meet in person at the Stevens Point Transit Center. The board will review and possibly approve the May 16, 2025 meeting minutes and hear a presentation from City Attorney Andrew Beveridge on meeting rules. Members will discuss deed restriction amendments, the 2026 budget planning process, and the proposed transfer of BID‑owned parcels to the City with a maintenance agreement. Additional topics include upcoming board appointments and future meeting schedules.

• Approve meeting minutes from the May 16, 2025 BID meeting
• Presentation by City Attorney Andrew Beveridge on meeting rules and governmental processes
• Discussion on amending Deed Restrictions and Protective Covenants and dissolving the Owners Association
• Discussion on the budget process and needs for 2026 BID operational planning
• Discussion and action on transferring BID‑owned parcels to the City and creating a maintenance agreement

Police and Fire Commission

The Police and Fire Commission is holding a special meeting to review the Police Chief's job description and hiring profile. The body may also select dates for the hiring process.

• Approval of Police Chief job description and hiring profile
• Selection of dates for the hiring process

The commission unanimously approved the Police Chief hiring profile and the job description. They also approved a detailed schedule for the hiring process, from the open application period on August 22 to the conditional offer deadline of December 1. No dissenting votes were recorded.

• Approved Police Chief hiring profile (unanimous)
• Approved Police Chief job description (unanimous)
• Approved hiring timeline dates (unanimous)

Common Council

The Stevens Point Common Council will meet to discuss the replacement of City Hall and approve contracts for paving and architectural services. The meeting will also cover zoning changes, police and fire commission actions, and a public hearing on a sign variance.

• Award Fall Paving Project #25-103 to Stuczynski Trucking & Excavating Inc. (up to $895,721.78)
• Award Concrete Pavement Repair Project #25-106 to Vinton Construction Company (up to $204,855.25)
• Approval of proposal for Design and Architecture Services for City Hall – Somerville Inc.
• Discussion on replacement City Hall on 1039 Ellis Street parcel
• Request to rezone properties on Hoover Road from R-1 to B-4 Commercial District

The council approved the consent agenda unanimously. It also approved a rezoning request that changes three parcels from R‑1 residential to B‑4 commercial with a 6‑5 vote. Additional actions included adopting compensation for police and fire commissioners, combining wards for polling, amending polling‑location rules, awarding two paving contracts, and updating parking regulations, all passed unanimously.

• Consent agenda approved (unanimous)
• Rezoning of three parcels to B‑4 commercial approved (6‑5)
• Police and Fire Commissioners compensation amendment approved (unanimous)
• Resolution to combine wards for voting approved (unanimous)
• Ordinance amendment for polling locations approved (unanimous)
• Fall Paving Project #25‑103 awarded to Stuczynski Trucking & Excavating (unanimous)
• Concrete Pavement Repair Project #25‑106 awarded to Vinton Construction (unanimous)
• Parking ordinance amendment approved (unanimous)

Business Improvement District Board

The Downtown Business Improvement District Board will meet to discuss and potentially act on an offer for an Executive Director. The board will enter a closed session to discuss employment and compensation data before returning to an open session.

• Closed session to discuss Executive Director offer under WI State Statute 19.85(1)(c)
• Possible action on the Executive Director offer

City Plan Commission

The Stevens Point City Plan Commission will discuss the report from its July 7, 2025 meeting and review draft revisions to Comprehensive Plan Chapter 1 (Issues and Opportunities), Chapter 2 (Natural, Agricultural, and Cultural Resources), and Chapter 4 (Utilities and Community Facilities). The commission will consider recommending the Chapter 1 revisions to the Common Council. The meeting will be held in person at 933 Michigan Avenue with a Zoom option.

• Report of the July 7, 2025 City Plan Commission meeting
• Review of Comprehensive Plan Chapter 1: Issues and Opportunities revisions and recommendation to Common Council
• Review of draft Comprehensive Plan Chapter 2: Natural, Agricultural, and Cultural Resources
• Review of draft Comprehensive Plan Chapter 4: Utilities and Community Facilities

The commission unanimously approved the report of its July 7, 2025 meeting. It also unanimously approved a recommendation to advance Comprehensive Plan Chapter 1 (Issues and Opportunities) to the Common Council. No action was taken on draft Chapters 2 and 4 of the Comprehensive Plan. The meeting adjourned at 8:31 PM.

• Approved July 7, 2025 meeting report (unanimous)
• Approved recommendation to advance Comprehensive Plan Chapter 1 to Common Council (unanimous)
• No action taken on draft Comprehensive Plan Chapter 2
• No action taken on draft Comprehensive Plan Chapter 4

Board of Water and Sewerage Commissioners

The Board of Water and Sewerage Commissioners will meet at 300 Bliss Avenue on August 11, 2025. Commissioners will consider routine items including roll call, approval of the previous meeting’s minutes, and approval of department claims. Additional reports on water supply, sewage treatment, construction and maintenance, and a directors report will be presented. The meeting will adjourn after these items.

• Approval of Minutes
• Approval of Department Claims
• Water Supply and Distribution Report – Eric Southworth
• Sewage Treatment Operations Report – Chris Lefebvre
• Construction and Maintenance Report – Shane Kohnen

The Commissioners approved the minutes from the July 14 and July 16, 2025 meetings. They also approved the department's July 2025 claims after audit. Both motions passed with all ayes and no nays. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously.

• Approved July 14 & 16 meeting minutes (all ayes, no nays)
• Approved July 2025 department claims (all ayes, no nays)
• Adjourned meeting (all ayes, no nays)

Airport Commission

The Airport Commission will meet to review department claims and approve previous minutes. The body will also discuss and potentially take action on new lease rates for 2026.

• Adjustment of new lease rates for 2026
• Approval of Department Claims

The commission unanimously approved the July 14, 2025 meeting minutes and the July 2025 department claims. It also adopted the proposed lease rates for new land and T‑hangar leases beginning in 2026. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved July 14, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved July 2025 department claims (unanimous)
• Adopted new lease rates for 2026 (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Public Policy and General Government

The Public Policy and General Government committee will discuss and possibly act on business license updates and event requests. The meeting includes reviews of animal establishment licenses and several street closing requests for community events.

• Agent change for GPM Southeast, LLC at 5485 Highway 10 East
• Commercial Animal Establishment Licenses for The Barking Lot Boarding & Bathhouse LLC and Country Paws Bed & Biscuit
• Street closing for Stevens Point Brewery Pointoberfest and Blubber Run 5K on September 20, 2025
• Street closing for Stevens Point Fire Department Open House on October 18, 2025
• Street closings for SPASH 2025 Fall Color Run (Sept 27) and Festival Foods Turkey Trot (Nov 27)

The Public Policy and General Government Committee approved commercial animal establishment licenses for The Barking Lot Boarding & Bathhouse LLC and Country Paws Bed & Biscuit. The committee also approved street closures for four upcoming events: Pointoberfest and Blubber Run 5K, Fire Department Open House, SPASH Fall Color Run, and Festival Foods Turkey Trot. All motions passed with unanimous votes.

• Approved commercial animal license for The Barking Lot Boarding & Bathhouse LLC (unanimous)
• Approved commercial animal license for Country Paws Bed & Biscuit (unanimous)
• Approved street closure for Stevens Point Brewery Pointoberfest and Blubber Run 5K (Sept 20, 2025) (unanimous)
• Approved street closure for Stevens Point Fire Department Open House (Oct 18, 2025) (unanimous)
• Approved street closure for SPASH Fall Color Run (Sept 27, 2025) (unanimous)
• Approved street closure for Festival Foods Turkey Trot (Nov 27, 2025) (unanimous)

Personnel Committee

The Stevens Point Personnel Committee will meet to discuss an ordinance amendment regarding police and fire commissioner compensation and a request to reclassify a park technician position. The meeting will be held in-person at the Community Room on 933 Michigan Avenue with a virtual option available.

• Ordinance amendment to revise police and fire commissioner compensation
• Request to reclassify Park Technician to Horticulturist
• Discussion on 2026 out-of-state travel requests
• Meeting location: Community Room at 933 Michigan Avenue
• In-person and virtual meeting options available

The committee voted to amend Section 3.29 of the Revised Municipal Code regarding compensation for Police and Fire Commissioners. It also approved reclassifying a Park Technician to Horticulturist. Finally, it approved known 2026 out‑of‑state travel requests under Administrative Policy 3.05. All motions passed unanimously.

• Amended Section 3.29 compensation for Police and Fire Commissioners (unanimous)
• Reclassified Park Technician to Horticulturist (unanimous)
• Approved 2026 out‑of‑state travel requests per Admin Policy 3.05 (unanimous)

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will discuss a potential terrace garden ordinance and a banner policy with fee schedule. Action items include approving amendments to parking regulations in Chapter 9, awarding a fall paving contract to Stuczynski Trucking & Excavating for $895,721.78, and awarding a concrete pavement repair contract to Vinton Construction for $204,855.25.

• Award Fall Paving Project #25-103 to Stuczynski Trucking & Excavating for $895,721.78
• Award Concrete Pavement Repair Project #25-106 to Vinton Construction for $204,855.25
• Approve ordinance amendments to Chapter 9, Section 9.05 regarding parking
• Discussion on creation of a terrace garden ordinance
• Discussion on adoption of a banner policy and fee schedule

The board accepted the Director's Report and placed it on file. It approved the ordinance amendments in Chapter 9, Section 9.05 related to parking. The board awarded the Fall Paving Project #25-103 to Stuczynski Trucking & Excavating, Inc. for up to $204,721.78. It also awarded the Concrete Pavement Repair Project #25-106 to Vinton Construction Company for up to $204,855.25. All motions carried with unanimous support.

• Accepted Director's Report and placed on file (All ayes, no nays)
• Approved ordinance amendments in Chapter 9, Section 9.05 (parking) (All ayes, no nays)
• Awarded Fall Paving Project #25-103 to Stuczynski Trucking & Excavating, Inc. (up to $204,721.78) (All ayes, no nays)
• Awarded Concrete Pavement Repair Project #25-106 to Vinton Construction Company (up to $204,855.25) (All ayes, no nays)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will hear a presentation from Somerville Inc. on a proposed new City Hall at 1039 Ellis Street and consider whether to build new or renovate. They will also discuss the 2026 budget and a potential joint fire department with the Village of Park Ridge. The committee will vote on contracts for design and environmental assessment services for City Hall, and approve a blight determination to transfer Shopko properties to the Redevelopment Authority. A closed session is scheduled to negotiate a development agreement amendment in Tax Incremental Financing District 10.

• Presentation and possible action on new City Hall at 1039 Ellis Street (items 6 and 7)
• Approval of Design and Architecture Services for City Hall from Somerville Inc. (item 8)
• Approval of Phase II Environmental Site Assessment for City Hall from Stantec (item 9)
• Blight determination and transfer of Shopko properties to Redevelopment Authority (item 11)
• Discussion on creating a Joint Fire Department with the Village of Park Ridge (item 3)

The committee denied a parking‑lot injury claim and advanced the City Hall construction item to council without recommendation. It approved design and architecture services, a Phase II environmental assessment, and design services for subdivision infrastructure in TID 11, as well as payment of outstanding claims. The meeting also moved to a closed session to negotiate a TID 10 development agreement amendment and later reconvened in open session adopting option #4 from the closed session.

• Denied Melissa Clendenning claim (ayes all; nays none)
• Advanced City Hall construction item to council without recommendation (ayes all; nays none)
• Approved Design and Architecture Services contract with Somerville Inc. for City Hall (ayes all; nays none)
• Approved Phase II Environmental Site Assessment contract with Stantec Consulting Services Inc. (ayes all; nays none)
• Approved design services for subdivision infrastructure in TID 11 (ayes all; nays none)
• Approved payment of claims (ayes all; nays none)
• Moved to closed session to negotiate amendment to development agreement in TID 10 (ayes: Morrow, Shuda, Keymer, Christianson; nays none)
• Reopened session and adopted option #4 from closed session (ayes all; nays none)

Police and Fire Commission

The Police and Fire Commission will discuss the process to hire a new Police Chief upon the current chief's retirement. They will also hear comments from the Mayor regarding a potential Fire District with Park Ridge and receive a follow-up from the Comptroller/Treasurer on the same topic. The commission may take action on hiring entry-level firefighters/paramedics and on running an assessment center for an Assistant Chief of EMS position.

• Discussion on the process to hire a new Police Chief upon retirement of the current chief
• Comments from Mayor Wiza on developing a Fire District with Park Ridge
• Follow-up from Comptroller/Treasurer Ladick on joint Fire District discussion
• Discussion and possible action on moving forward with entry-level firefighters/paramedics
• Discussion and possible action on an Internal/External Assessment Center for Assistant Chief of EMS

The commission unanimously approved the meeting minutes and confirmed the bills. It accepted the Police Chief report and the combined Fire Chief, EMS and EM reports. The commission also approved moving forward with hiring entry‑level firefighters/paramedics and establishing an assessment center for an Assistant Chief of EMS.

• Approved meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Confirmed bills (unanimous)
• Accepted Police Chief report (unanimous)
• Approved employment of entry-level firefighters/paramedics (unanimous)
• Approved internal/external assessment center for Assistant Chief of EMS (unanimous)
• Accepted Fire Chief, EMS and EM reports (unanimous)

Park Commission

The Board of Park Commissioners will consider naming three parcels as Leary Park in honor of Herb and Theresa Leary, as requested by the Friends of 2713 and John Kedrowski. The board will also discuss a draft concept for the Goerke Park master plan. The director's report includes recognition of Liz McDonald's 40 years of service, a recap of Riverfront Rendezvous, and a vacancy for a Park Technician position.

• Naming of three parcels (approximately 1.2 acres) as Leary Park
• Discussion of Goerke Park master plan draft concept
• Recognition of Liz McDonald's 40 years of service (1985–2025)
• Park Technician position vacancy due to transfer
• Riverfront Rendezvous recap

The commission unanimously approved the June 4, 2025 meeting minutes. It also approved naming three parcels (281240832403401, 281240832403305, 281240832403308) as part of Leary Park. Finally, the board moved the Goerke Park master plan draft concept to the pricing stage.

• Approved June 4, 2025 meeting minutes (10-0)
• Approved naming parcels #281240832403401, #281240832403305, #281240832403308 to Leary Park (10-0)
• Approved moving Goerke Park master plan draft concept to pricing stage (10-0)

Business Improvement District Board

The Downtown Business Improvement District Board will meet to discuss the selection and offer for an Executive Director. The board is also considering the approval of HR policies, an employee manual, and the annual calendar of activities.

• Executive Director selection and offer
• Approval of HR Policies and Employee Manual
• Approval of Annual Calendar of BID Activities
• Planning for 2026 Budget & Work Plan
• Town Hall planning group assignment

The board approved the July 1 and July 24 meeting minutes and adopted the HR policies and employee manual. It authorized a work‑plan committee and voted to enter a closed session under Wisconsin Statute 19.85(1)(c). In the closed session, the board unanimously approved extending an employment offer to the chosen Executive Director candidate.

• Approved July 1, 2025 meeting minutes (motion by Hana, second by Rosalind; passes, BJ abstains)
• Approved July 24, 2025 special meeting minutes (motion by Hana, second by Marc; passes)
• Adopted HR policies and employee manual (motion by BJ, second by Marc; passes)
• Authorized work‑plan committee (Mike Beacom, Brian Cummins, Tara Manzke) with BJ to share information
• Approved motion to enter closed session under WI Statute 19.85(1)(c) (motion by Marc, second by BJ; passes)
• Unanimously approved extending an employment offer to the selected Executive Director candidate (motion by Marc, second by BJ)

City Plan Commission

The City Plan Commission will receive a report of its July 7, 2025 meeting and consider a sign variance request for a freestanding sign at 3600 North Point Drive. The commission will hold a public hearing and may act on a rezoning request to change three parcels at 3383 Hoover Road, 5278 County Road HH, and an adjacent parcel from R‑1 Single‑Family Residence to B‑4 Commercial. Additional items include a presentation on a possible new City Hall site at 1039 Ellis Street, a request to transfer ownership of several parcels to the Redevelopment Authority, and the selection of a Vice Chair.

• Sign variance request for a freestanding sign at 3600 North Point Drive (Parcel ID 281240822330001)
• Rezoning request for parcels at 3383 Hoover Road, 5278 County Road HH, and an adjacent parcel to B‑4 Commercial District
• Presentation by Somerville Inc. on a potential new City Hall site at 1039 Ellis Street
• Request to transfer ownership of parcels 281240832202950, 281240832202969, 281240832202972, 281240832202804, and 281240832202814 to the Redevelopment Authority
• Selection of a Vice Chair for the City Plan Commission

The commission voted 4‑1 to deny the request to rezone three parcels from R‑1 residential to B‑4 commercial. It unanimously approved a sign variance for the Jehovah's Witnesses at 3600 North Point Drive. The commission also unanimously approved the transfer of five parcels to the Redevelopment Authority and elected Alderperson Kneebone as Vice Chair.

• Denied rezoning of parcels at 3383 Hoover Rd, 5278 County Rd HH, and adjacent parcel (4‑1 vote)
• Approved sign variance for 3600 North Point Drive (unanimous)
• Approved transfer of parcels 281240832202950, 281240832202969, 281240832202972, 281240832202804, 281240832202814 to Redevelopment Authority (unanimous)
• Elected Alderperson Kneebone as Vice Chair of the City Plan Commission (unanimous)

Redevelopment Authority

The Redevelopment Authority will hold a public hearing to determine if five specific parcels are blighted. The board will also discuss a commercial loan interest buy down program and development interest regarding Shopko redevelopment.

• Public hearing and action on blighted property determination for parcels 281240832202950, 281240832202969, 281240832202972, 281240832202804, and 281240832202814
• Discussion on Interest Buy Down Program with Central Wisconsin Economic Development Fund
• Summary of development discussions and interest for Shopko Redevelopment

The Redevelopment Authority approved the minutes from its July 8, 2025 meeting. It unanimously designated five Shopko parcels as blighted and recommended the resolution to the Common Council. The board took no action on the proposed Interest Buy Down Program, directing staff to revise the proposal.

• Approved July 8, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Designated Shopko parcels 281240832202950, 281240832202969, 281240832202972, 281240832202804, 281240832202814 as blighted; recommended approval to Common Council (unanimous)
• No action taken on Interest Buy Down Program; staff to restructure proposal

Historic Preservation and Design Review Commission

The Historic Preservation and Design Review Commission will review requests to install transom windows and siding at 1908 Clark Street, a shed at 1335 Clark Street, and roof-mounted solar arrays at 1300 Main Street. The meeting will also include a discussion on an Economic Hardship Ordinance and a report on the previous meeting.

• Review request for transom window and siding at 1908 Clark Street
• Review request for shed installation at 1335 Clark Street
• Review request for roof-mounted solar arrays at 1300 Main Street
• Discussion on Economic Hardship Ordinance
• Report on previous meeting

Business Improvement District Board

The Downtown Business Improvement District Board will hold two closed sessions to interview an executive director candidate, with no action expected in open session. The rest of the meeting is procedural: roll calls, recess, and adjournment.

• Closed session under WI 19.85(1)(c) to interview executive director candidate (10:00 AM)
• Closed session under WI 19.85(1)(c) to interview executive director candidate (1:00 PM)
• Board recess from approx. 11:30 AM to 1:00 PM

The BID Board voted to go into a closed session under Wisconsin Statute 19.85(1)(c) to discuss employment and performance data for an executive director candidate; the motion passed unanimously. After a recess, the board again voted to enter closed session on the same matter and the motion passed. The board later voted to return to an open session, and that motion also passed.

• Motion to enter closed session for executive director interview passed unanimously
• Motion to recess until 1 pm passed (seconded by Hana)
• Motion to re‑enter closed session after recess passed
• Motion to return to open session passed

Common Council

The Stevens Point Common Council will meet to approve minutes, confirm bills, and discuss personnel actions. The body will consider adopting a sewer service area plan and awarding a pavement maintenance contract. The council will also discuss acquiring property for a new emergency services training facility.

• Adoption of the 2040 Urban Area Sewer Service Area Plan
• Award of Pavement Maintenance Project #25-104 to Fahrner Asphalt Sealers ($195,988.75)
• Acquisition of property at 1909 Cypress Ave for emergency services training facility
• Approval of contract renewal with Forward Appraisal LLC for property assessment services
• Annexation request for 1213 Torun Road from Town of Hull to City of Stevens Point

The Common Council approved the consent agenda and adopted the Stevens Point Urban Area Sewer Service Area Plan 2040. It also approved a sponsor‑only agreement with the Wisconsin Bureau of Aeronautics, several right‑of‑way and road reconstruction actions, a $195,988.75 pavement maintenance contract, and the purchase of property at 1909 Cypress Street. A claim for vehicle damage was denied.

• Approved consent agenda (unanimous)
• Adopted Stevens Point Urban Area Sewer Service Area Plan 2040 (unanimous)
• Approved sponsor‑only agreement with Wisconsin Bureau of Aeronautics (unanimous)
• Approved revised right‑of‑way plat for south segment of Business 51/Church Street (unanimous)
• Approved extension of Business 51 reconstruction project limits north segment (unanimous)
• Awarded Pavement Maintenance Project #25-104 to Fahrner Asphalt Sealers, up to $195,988.75 (unanimous)
• Approved acquisition of property at 1909 Cypress Street and two adjacent parcels (unanimous)
• Denied Suhyoon Bae claim for vehicle damage (unanimous)

Board of Water and Sewerage Commissioners

The Board of Water and Sewerage Commissioners will meet to discuss and possibly take action on the purchase of property located at and adjacent to 1909 Cypress Avenue. The agenda includes roll call and adjournment, with the property purchase as the only substantive item.

• Discussion and possible action on purchasing property at 1909 Cypress Avenue

The Board accepted a donation of Parcel #1 and approved funding to purchase Parcels #2 and #3 located at 1909 Cypress Avenue. The parcels, owned by the Estate of Dave Sobczak, were valued at $3,600, $141,600, and $16,100 respectively. The motion was unanimously carried with all commissioners voting aye and no nays.

• Accepted donation of Parcel #1 ($3,600) – motion carried unanimously
• Approved funding to purchase Parcel #2 ($141,600) – motion carried unanimously
• Approved funding to purchase Parcel #3 ($16,100) – motion carried unanimously

Board of Water and Sewerage Commissioners

The Board of Water and Sewerage Commissioners will meet in person at 300 Bliss Avenue with a virtual option. Items include a 2024 audit presentation, reports on water and sewer operations, and possible action on a sewer service area planning resolution. The board will also consider purchasing new mowing equipment and reallocating unspent wages to contracted services.

• 2024 Audit Presentation by Baker Tilly
• Purchase of new mowing equipment
• Use of unspent wages on contracted services
• Sewer Service Area Planning Document and Resolution
• Water Supply and Distribution Reports

The commissioners unanimously approved the May 12, 2025 meeting minutes, the May‑June department claims, and the 2024 audit prepared by Baker Tilly. They also authorized a new mower purchase up to $24,000, a standing allowance to use unspent wages for contracted services, and the Sewer Service Area Planning Document and Resolution. All motions passed with all votes in favor and no opposition.

• Approved May 12, 2025 meeting minutes (Ayes all, Nays none)
• Approved department claims for May and June 2025 (Ayes all, Nays none)
• Approved 2024 audit for all utilities prepared by Baker Tilly (Ayes all, Nays none)
• Approved purchase of new mower not to exceed $24,000 (Ayes all, Nays none)
• Approved ongoing use of unspent wages on contracted services (Ayes all, Nays none)
• Approved Sewer Service Area Planning Document and Resolution (Ayes all, Nays none)

Airport Commission

The Stevens Point Airport Commission will meet on July 14, 2025 to discuss and possibly act on several items. The agenda includes roll call, approval of minutes, approval of department claims, a presentation of the 2024 audit by Baker Tilly, a sponsor‑only memo for the master plan effort, and a written/verbal report from Jason Draheim. The meeting will conclude with adjournment.

• Approval of minutes
• Approval of department claims
• 2024 audit presentation by Baker Tilly
• Sponsor‑only memo for master plan effort (Joel Leme, Jason Draheim)
• Written/Verbal report by Jason Draheim

The Airport Commission approved the May 12, 2025 meeting minutes, the department claims for May and June 2025, and the 2024 audit presented by Baker Tilly. It also approved the Sponsor‑Only memorandum allowing the master‑plan project to proceed, acknowledging a potential $477,000 payment. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved May 12, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved department claims for May and June 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved 2024 audit by Baker Tilly (unanimous)
• Approved Sponsor‑Only memo for master‑plan effort, permitting $477,000 payment if needed (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Transit Commission

The Transportation Commission will meet to review financial reports and previous minutes. The body will also discuss and possibly take action on the Title VI Plan.

• Approval of Title VI Plan
• Approval of June 2025 Financial/Claims Report
• Approval of June 9, 2025 minutes

The commission approved the June 9, 2025 meeting minutes. A motion to approve the June 2025 financial/claims report was made and seconded, but the minutes do not record a vote outcome. The Title VI plan was approved unanimously. The next meeting is set for August 11, 2025.

• Approved June 9, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Motion to approve June 2025 financial/claims report (outcome not recorded)
• Approved Title VI plan (unanimous)
• Scheduled next meeting for August 11, 2025

Personnel Committee

The Personnel Committee will discuss and possibly vote on renewing a flu vaccine service contract with Aspirus Health Group and on amending the municipal code to change compensation for Police and Fire Commissioners. The meeting is in-person at the Community Room with a virtual option.

• Renewal of onsite annual flu vaccine services with Aspirus Health Group, Inc.
• Ordinance amendment to change compensation for Police and Fire Commissioners under Section 3.29 of the Revised Municipal Code

The committee approved renewing onsite annual flu vaccine services with Aspirus Health Group, Inc., after a unanimous vote. The proposed amendment to Section 3.29 of the Revised Municipal Code on police and fire commissioner compensation was withdrawn with no action taken. The meeting adjourned at 6:02 p.m.

• Approved renewal of onsite annual flu vaccine services with Aspirus Health Group, Inc. (unanimous)
• Ordinance amendment to Section 3.29 withdrawn, no action taken

Public Policy and General Government

The Public Policy and General Government committee will consider and possibly vote on a list of taxicab company and driver licenses, temporary beer and wine licenses for several events, and requests to hold events and close streets for National Night Out, Wine Walk, a bike ride, Pink Game, parade, Halloween trick-or-treat, and a company picnic. The meeting includes roll call and adjournment.

• Taxicab company license for Courtesy Cab at 5622 County Road B
• Temporary Class B beer license for Wonderful Water Run on Sept 27 at Pfiffner Pioneer Park
• Temporary Class B beer & wine for NCCT's Bike Ride for Conservation on Aug 31 at Bukolt Lodge
• Temporary Class B wine for Downtown Wine Walk on Aug 15 at 12 Downtown Locations
• Event/street closing requests including new NCCT bike ride and recurring events like National Night Out and Pacelli Homecoming Parade

The Public Policy and General Government Committee voted unanimously to approve a taxicab company license, ten individual taxicab driver licenses, and three temporary beverage licenses. The committee also approved street closures for seven upcoming community events, including National Night Out and the Pacelli Homecoming Parade. Both motions passed with all ayes and no nays.

• Approved Courtesy Cab taxicab company license (unanimous)
• Approved ten Courtesy Cab driver licenses (unanimous)
• Approved three temporary beer/wine licenses for events (unanimous)
• Approved street closures for National Night Out (unanimous)
• Approved street closures for Wine Walk (unanimous)
• Approved street closures for Bike Ride for Conservation (unanimous)
• Approved street closures for Pink Game for Charity (unanimous)
• Approved street closures for Pacelli Homecoming Parade and Halloween Trick‑or‑Treating (unanimous)

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will consider awarding a pavement maintenance contract to Fahrner Asphalt Sealers for $195,988.75 and approving a relocation order to extend the Business 51 Reconstruction Project limits from Franklin Street to Briggs Street. A director's report on the Division and Church Streets Reconstruction Project will also be presented.

• Award Pavement Maintenance Project #25-104 to Fahrner Asphalt Sealers for $195,988.75
• Approve Relocation Order and Right of Way Plat for Business 51 Reconstruction Project extension (Franklin Street to Briggs Street)
• Director's Report on Division and Church Streets Reconstruction Project

The board voted unanimously to award the Pavement Maintenance Project #25-104 to Fahrner Asphalt Sealers of Wisconsin for up to $195.988.75. It also unanimously approved the Relocation Order and Right‑of‑Way plat to extend the Business 51 Reconstruction Project north segment between Franklin Street and Briggs Street. No other actions were taken.

• Awarded Pavement Maintenance Project #25-104 to Fahrner Asphalt Sealers ($195.988.75) – motion carried (all ayes)
• Approved Relocation Order and Right‑of‑Way plat for Business 51 north segment – motion carried (all ayes)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will review the fiscal year 2024 financial audit and discuss a potential joint fire department with Park Ridge. The body will consider funding for cemetery repairs, election equipment, and property assessment contracts. Members will also discuss the Business 51 North reconstruction project.

• Contract with Forward Appraisal LLC for citywide revaluation
• Contract renewal with Forward Appraisal LLC for property assessment services
• Change order with AECOM to extend Business 51 North reconstruction to Briggs Street
• Funding for Badger Books election equipment
• Funding for Forest Cemetery gate repair

The Finance Committee denied a vehicle‑damage claim from Suhyon Bae. It approved funding for a Forest Cemetery gate repair, Badger Books election equipment, and a contract renewal with Forward Appraisal LLC. It also approved a new contract with Forward Appraisal for a citywide revaluation, modifications to the Edgewater Manor relocation assistance program, and a change order extending the Business 51 North reconstruction project. Finally, the committee approved further exploration of a joint development partnership for a new emergency services training facility.

• Denied Suhyon Bae vehicle‑damage claim (ayes: all, nays: none)
• Approved funding for Forest Cemetery gate repair (ayes: all, nays: none)
• Approved funding for Badger Books election equipment (ayes: all, nays: none)
• Approved contract renewal with Forward Appraisal LLC for property assessment services (ayes: all, nays: none)
• Approved contract with Forward Appraisal LLC for citywide revaluation (ayes: all, nays: none)
• Approved modifications to relocation assistance program for former Edgewater Manor residents (ayes: all, nays: none)
• Approved change order with AECOM to extend Business 51 North reconstruction to Briggs Street (ayes: all, nays: none)
• Approved further exploration of joint development partnership for a new emergency services training facility (ayes: all, nays: none)

Police and Fire Commission

The Police and Fire Commission will consider personnel appointments and a donation for epi pens. The body will also review a proposal for a joint Fire Department/District with Park Ridge and a potential partnership for an emergency services training facility.

• Permanent status approval for Officer Lucas Hughes
• Conditional employment offers for Daniel King and Kayla Chaffin
• Donation from Giving Back, Inc. for police epi pens
• Presentation on a joint Fire Department/District with Park Ridge
• Discussion on a joint development partnership for an emergency services training facility

The commission unanimously approved several items, including granting Officer Lucas Hughes permanent status, extending a conditional offer to Daniel King, accepting a donation for epi pens, refunding $3,274.25 to a former fire employee, and authorizing exploration of a joint development partnership for a new emergency services facility. All motions passed with all five commissioners voting aye and no nays.

• Approved minutes of previous meeting (unanimous)
• Confirmed bills (unanimous)
• Approved Officer Lucas Hughes to permanent status, effective Aug 5 (unanimous)
• Approved conditional offer of employment to Daniel King (unanimous)
• Accepted donation from Giving Back, Inc. for epi pens (unanimous)
• Refunded $3,274.25 to former fire department employee (unanimous)
• Granted permission to explore joint development partnership for new station and public safety center (unanimous)

Administrative Appeals Committee

The Administrative Appeals Board will hold a public hearing on an appeal of a notice/service charge for a property maintenance violation at 2115 Vermont Avenue. The board will also elect officers and approve minutes from the March 12, 2025 meeting. No other substantive decisions are listed.

• Appeal of notice/service charge for property maintenance violation at 2115 Vermont Avenue
• Election of Chair and Vice-Chair
• Approval of minutes from March 12, 2025 meeting

The Administrative Appeals Board elected Ald. Lang as Chair and Ald. Kneebone as Vice‑Chair by unanimous vote. The board approved the March 12, 2025 minutes. It approved the appeal for 2115 Vermont Avenue, waiving the service fee, and set future meetings to occur on the third Wednesday of the month when at least two appeals are pending.

• Elected Ald. Lang as Board Chair (unanimous)
• Elected Ald. Kneebone as Vice‑Chair (unanimous)
• Approved March 12, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved appeal and waived fee for 2115 Vermont Avenue (unanimous)
• Scheduled future meetings on third Wednesday when ≥2 appeals (unanimous)

Common Council

The Common Council is holding a special meeting to consider preliminary planning and design for a possible new City Hall. Somerville Inc. will present progress on the concept, with 1039 Ellis Street as a candidate site. No other substantive business is on the agenda.

• Presentation by Somerville Inc. on preliminary planning and design for a potential new City Hall at 1039 Ellis Street

The Common Council heard a presentation from Somerville Inc. on preliminary planning and design for a possible new City Hall at 1039 Ellis Street. The council discussed the project but did not approve, deny, or table any action. The meeting adjourned at 6:07 p.m.

Redevelopment Authority

The Redevelopment Authority will discuss and possibly act on an easement request and a restrictive covenant amendment. The body is also considering a contract for an environmental assessment and an updated listing contract for property.

• Easement request for 1124 Main Street (Opera House Development)
• Amendment to restrictive covenants for Shopko Parking Lot Parcel
• Contract with Stantec Consulting Services Inc. for a Phase 1 Environmental Assessment
• Updated listing contract with First Weber for Third St and Portage St

The Authority approved the minutes from its May 15, 2025 meeting. It also approved an easement for 1124 Main Street (Opera House Development), an amendment to restrictive covenants on the Shopko Parking Lot Parcel, a contract with Stantec Consulting for a Phase I environmental assessment, and an updated listing contract for the Third St and Portage St parcel. All six actions were approved by unanimous vote.

• Approved May 15, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved easement request for 1124 Main St Opera House development (unanimous)
• Approved amendment to restrictive covenants on Shopko Parking Lot Parcel (unanimous)
• Approved contract with Stantec Consulting Services for Phase I environmental assessment (unanimous)
• Approved updated listing contract for Third St and Portage St parcel (unanimous)

City Plan Commission

The City Plan Commission will discuss a right-of-way plat and relocation order for the Business 51 Street Reconstruction Project. The body will also consider the acquisition of three parcels on Cypress Street. Staff will provide updates on the zoning code rewrite and the comprehensive plan.

• Right-of-way plat and relocation order from Briggs Street to Franklin Street for Business 51 Street Reconstruction Project
• Acquisition of 1909 Cypress Street (Parcel ID 281240832300402)
• Acquisition of two unaddressed parcels off Cypress Street (Parcel IDs 281240832300303 and 281240832300403)
• Zoning Code Rewrite staff update
• UWSP Planning Capstone Project update regarding Sisters of Saint Joseph Parish Adjacent Lands

The Stevens Point City Plan Commission approved the report of its June 2, 2025 meeting. It also approved a right‑of‑way plat and relocation order for the Business 51 Street Reconstruction Project, extending the project from Briggs Street to Franklin Street. Finally, the commission approved the acquisition of 1909 Cypress Street and two adjacent parcels for Public Utilities needs. All three motions passed unanimously.

• Approved June 2, 2025 meeting report (unanimous)
• Approved right‑of‑way plat and relocation order for Business 51 Street Reconstruction Project (unanimous)
• Approved acquisition of 1909 Cypress Street and two adjacent parcels (unanimous)

Business Improvement District Board

The Downtown Business Improvement District Board will hold a regular meeting on July 1, 2025, at 2:30 PM. The agenda includes routine reports and discussions, with a key item being a closed session under Wisconsin statute to consider the Executive Director's exit interview, followed by possible open-session action on that position.

• Approve meeting minutes from June 3, 2025
• Event budgeting – tracking P&L and preparing for 2026 budget
• HR policies and employee manual review
• Annual calendar of BID activities
• Closed session (≈4:00 PM) for exit interview of Executive Director, then possible action on the position

The board approved the special meeting minutes from June 3 2025 after a motion by BJ and a second by Hana. The board also voted unanimously to end a closed‑session meeting that had been called under Wisconsin Statute 19.85(1)(c). No other actions were taken at this meeting.

• Approved 06/03/2025 special meeting minutes (motion passed)
• Exited closed session unanimously (no actions taken)

Police and Fire Commission

The Police and Fire Commission will discuss hiring entry-level Firefighters/Paramedics and hold a closed session regarding an internal investigation of a former department employee. The meeting also includes the approval of prior minutes.

• Approval of May 28, 2025 special meeting minutes
• Discussion on hiring entry-level Firefighters/Paramedics
• Closed session for internal investigation of former employee

The commission unanimously approved the minutes from the May 28, 2025 special meeting. It also unanimously moved forward with offering six entry-level firefighter/paramedic positions. The meeting then entered a closed session for a personnel investigation before adjourning.

• Approved May 28, 2025 special meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved employment of six entry-level firefighters/paramedics (unanimous)

City Plan Commission

The Stevens Point City Plan Commission will hear a presentation on the purpose and update process for the Comprehensive Plan by staff from the North Central Wisconsin Regional Planning Commission. Commissioners will then discuss Draft Chapter 1, which outlines issues and opportunities for the city. The meeting will also include a Director's Report before adjourning.

• Presentation of Comprehensive Plan purpose and update process by regional planning staff
• Discussion of Comprehensive Plan Draft Chapter 1: Issues and Opportunities
• Director's Report

Common Council

The Common Council will consider and possibly act on a development agreement with Door2Dreams, Inc. for a project on two parcels. The consent agenda includes approvals for park master plans, alcohol sales at stadiums, lifelong bus passes for retiring employees, and a brownfield grant for affordable housing. Other items include dedicating three parcels as Leary Park, amending the official street map for Lilac Court, adopting a public participation plan for the comprehensive plan update, approving a $27,150 traffic signal improvement plan with AECOM, and amending parking regulations.

• Dedicating three city-owned parcels (#281240832403401, #281240832403305, #281240832403308) as Leary Park
• Ordinance amendment to add Lilac Court to the official street map at 1900 Lilac Lane
• Adoption of a Public Participation Plan to update the City's Comprehensive Plan
• Approval of a $27,150 agreement with AECOM for a Traffic Signal Improvement Implementation Plan
• Consideration of a Development Agreement with Door2Dreams, Inc. on parcels 281240829240033 and 281240829240047

The Common Council approved a development agreement with Door2Dreams, Inc. to provide housing for intellectually and developmentally delayed residents. The council also approved the dedication of three parcels as Leary Park, an ordinance amendment adding Lilac Court to the official street map, a public participation plan for the comprehensive plan, a $27,150 traffic‑signal improvement contract with AECOM, and a parking ordinance amendment. Additionally, the council extended lifelong bus passes to all city retirees with 20 years of service upon request. All motions carried with the vote totals recorded in the minutes.

• Approved dedication of three parcels to Leary Park (11 Ayes, 0 Nays)
• Approved ordinance amendment to add Lilac Court to official street map (11 Ayes, 0 Nays)
• Approved public participation plan and resolution to update comprehensive plan (11 Ayes, 0 Nays)
• Approved $27,150 AECOM traffic signal improvement agreement (11 Ayes, 0 Nays)
• Approved parking ordinance amendments Chapter 9 Section 9.05 (11 Ayes, 0 Nays)
• Extended lifelong bus passes to all city retirees with 20 years of service upon request (7 Ayes, 4 Nays)
• Approved development agreement with Door2Dreams for IDD housing (11 Ayes, 0 Nays)
• Approved consent agenda except item d7 (11 Ayes, 0 Nays)

Historic Preservation and Design Review Commission

The Historic Preservation and Design Review Commission will meet on June 12, 2025 at 6:00 PM in the Community Room, 933 Michigan Avenue, Stevens Point, WI (or via Zoom). The commission will discuss the report from its April 16, 2025 meeting. It will consider a design review request from Ryan Wanta for a building addition on the property at 1900 Clark Street (Parcel ID 281240832103512). It will also consider a design review request from Dave Ladick to paint a mural on the north‑facing wall of the building at 1216 Strongs Avenue (Parcel ID 281240832202932).

• Report of the April 16, 2025 Historic Preservation/Design Review Commission meeting
• Design review request for a building addition at 1900 Clark Street (Parcel ID 281240832103512)
• Design review request to paint a mural on the north‑facing wall at 1216 Strongs Avenue (Parcel ID 281240832202932)

Transit Commission

The Transportation Commission will discuss and possibly approve providing lifelong bus passes to employees retiring with at least 20 years of service. They will also elect a chair and vice-chair and receive updates on staffing, funding, and downtown planning. The meeting includes approval of minutes and claims reports.

• Approval to provide lifelong bus passes to retirees with 20+ years of service
• Nomination and election of Transportation Commission Chairperson
• Nomination and election of Vice-Chairperson
• Updates on staffing, funding, and downtown planning
• Approval of April and May 2025 Claims Reports

The commission unanimously approved the April 14, 2025 meeting minutes and the April‑May 2025 financial and claims reports. Nichole Lysne was unanimously elected Chairperson and Neil Prendergast unanimously elected Vice‑Chairperson. The board voted to provide lifelong bus passes to employees retiring after at least 20 years of service, with six members in favor and one opposed. The next meeting was scheduled for July 14, 2025.

• Approved April 14, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved April and May 2025 financial/claims reports (unanimous)
• Elected Nichole Lysne as Chairperson (unanimous)
• Elected Neil Prendergast as Vice‑Chairperson (unanimous)
• Approved lifelong bus passes for retirees with 20+ years service (6‑1 vote)
• Set next meeting for July 14, 2025 at 5:00 PM

Personnel Committee

The Personnel Committee will discuss and possibly take action on a request for merit pay under Administrative Policy 2.13, as well as proposed service agreements with Advanced Physical Therapy and Sports Medicine for an Audiogram program, and with Associated Bank for FSA, HSA, and COBRA administration. These decisions affect employee compensation and health benefit management.

• Request for merit pay consistent with Administrative Policy 2.13 'Pay for Performance'
• Proposed Audiogram service agreement with Advanced Physical Therapy and Sports Medicine
• Proposed FSA, HSA, and COBRA service agreements with Associated Bank

The committee voted unanimously to approve a merit‑pay request consistent with Administrative Policy 2.13 "Pay for Performance." It also approved an Audiogram service agreement with Advanced Physical Therapy and Sports Medicine. Additionally, the committee approved FSA, HSA, and COBRA service agreements with Associated Bank.

• Approved merit‑pay request per Administrative Policy 2.13 (ayes all, nays none)
• Approved Audiogram service agreement with Advanced Physical Therapy and Sports Medicine (ayes all, nays none)
• Approved FSA, HSA, and COBRA service agreements with Associated Bank (ayes all, nays none)

Public Policy and General Government

The Public Policy and General Government committee will discuss and potentially act on several alcohol license renewals and temporary permits. The body will also consider requests for street closures for local events and a resolution regarding a stewardship program.

• Liquor license renewals for Shell on Stanley Street, CREATE Portage County, and Matsu Ya Sushi & Grill
• Temporary beer and wine licenses for events including Big Brew Fest and Panacea
• Street closing requests for Discover Downtown (July 19) and Big Brew Fest (August 2)
• Resolution to support the continuation of the Knowles-Nelson Stewardship Program
• Agent change for Kwik Trip #342 at 3533 Stanley Street

The Public Policy and General Government Committee approved a series of beer and liquor license renewals and new temporary licenses. It also approved two community events, Discover Downtown and the new Big Brew Fest. A resolution supporting the Knowles‑Nelson Stewardship Program was adopted. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved license list items 2A‑E (agent change and several license renewals) – unanimous
• Approved license list items 2F‑G (temporary Class B beer and wine licenses) – unanimous
• Approved Discover Downtown event on July 19, 2025 – unanimous
• Approved Big Brew Fest event on August 2, 2025 – unanimous
• Approved resolution supporting the Knowles‑Nelson Stewardship Program – unanimous

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will discuss and possibly approve ordinance amendments to Chapter 9, Section 9.05 regarding parking regulations. They will also consider a request to move a house from 1656 Main Street. Informational updates include the Country Club Drive and Division/Church Streets reconstruction projects.

• Ordinance amendments to Chapter 9 Section 9.05 regarding parking
• Request from William Schierl and Schutte Movers to move house at 1656 Main Street
• Director's report on Country Club Drive
• Director's report on Division and Church Streets Reconstruction Project

The Board of Public Works unanimously approved the Director's Report and placed it on file. It also approved ordinance amendments to Chapter 9, Section 9.05 concerning parking. Finally, the board approved a request to move the house at 1656 Main Street.

• Approved Director's Report (unanimous)
• Approved parking ordinance amendments in Chapter 9, Section 9.05 (unanimous)
• Approved request to move house at 1656 Main Street (unanimous)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will discuss authorizing a grant application for the Centerpoint Apartments Affordable Housing Project, approve planning guidelines for capital projects and tax levy impacts, and approve claims paid. The committee will also enter closed session to negotiate a development agreement in TIF District 11, and may take action afterward.

• Authorization to apply for WEDC Brownfield Grant for Centerpoint Apartments Affordable Housing Project
• Approval of planning and guidelines for capital projects, debt capacity, financial planning, and tax levy impacts
• Approval of claims paid
• Closed session to negotiate a development agreement in Tax Incremental Financing (TIF) District 11
• Possible action after closed session on TIF District 11 development agreement

The Finance Committee unanimously authorized the city to apply for a Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC) Brownfield Grant for the Centerpoint Apartments affordable housing project. The committee also unanimously approved planning guidelines for capital projects, debt capacity, overall financial planning, and tax levy impacts, including reducing the street construction budget from $5 million to $3 million during the Business 51 construction period. The committee approved the payment of outstanding claims. Members voted unanimously to move the meeting into a closed session to negotiate a development agreement in Tax Increment Financing (TIF) District 11.

• Authorized application for WEDC Brownfield Grant for Centerpoint Apartments affordable housing project (unanimous)
• Approved planning guidelines for capital projects, debt capacity, financial planning, and tax levy impacts, including street construction budget reduction (unanimous)
• Approved payment of outstanding claims (unanimous)
• Moved to closed session to negotiate Development Agreement in TIF District 11 (unanimous)

Common Council

The Stevens Point Common Council will hold a special meeting on June 6, 2025, to consider and possibly act on a Class B beer license for the Stevens Point Youth Baseball Association at the Iverson Park Concession Stand. The meeting will be in-person with a virtual option, though reliability is not guaranteed.

• Class B beer license for Stevens Point Youth Baseball Association at Iverson Park Concession Stand, 4201A Main Street

The council considered a Class "B" beer license for the Stevens Point Youth Baseball Association concession stand at Iverson Park. Mayor Wiza gave a brief overview. Ald. Christianson moved and Ald. Kneebone seconded the approval. The motion carried with ayes from Christianson, Guthrie, Broderick, Birr, Kneebone, Shuda, Lang, and Buse; no nays were recorded.

• Approved Class B beer license for Stevens Point Youth Baseball Association concession stand (ayes: Christianson, Guthrie, Broderick, Birr, Kneebone, Shuda, Lang, Buse; nays: none)

Police and Fire Commission

The Police and Fire Commission will discuss and possibly vote on approving Probationary Firefighter/Paramedic Luke Kratzke to the position of Firefighter/Paramedic upon completion of his probation, effective June 8, 2025. The item will be considered in closed session under state law for personnel matters. Other agenda items include routine reports from police and fire chiefs, approval of minutes, and bill confirmation.

• Discussion and possible action to approve Probationary Firefighter/Paramedic Luke Kratzke to Firefighter/Paramedic, effective June 8, 2025, in closed session.

The commission unanimously approved the minutes from the May 8, 2025 meeting, confirmed the May 2025 bills, and placed the Police Chief, Fire Chief, EMS, and Emergency Management reports on file. It also approved Probationary Firefighter/Paramedic Luke Kratzke to become a Firefighter/Paramedic effective June 8, 2025.

• Approved May 8, 2025 meeting minutes (ayes all, nays none)
• Approved confirmation of May 2025 bills (ayes all, nays none)
• Approved Police Chief report for May 2025 (ayes all, nays none)
• Approved Probationary Firefighter/Paramedic Luke Kratzke to full position effective June 8, 2025 (ayes all, nays none)
• Approved Fire Chief, EMS, and Emergency Management reports for May 2025 (ayes all, nays none)

Stevens Point Sustainability Commission

The Sustainability Commission will receive a presentation on greenhouse gas reduction and climate change adaptation efforts from the Director of Parks, Recreation and Forestry. The commission will also review its 2025 meeting calendar.

• Presentation by Dan Kremer on Parks, Recreation and Forestry department operations
• Review of the Sustainability Commission 2025 meeting calendar
• Approval of May 1, 2025 meeting minutes

Park Commission

The Board of Park Commissioners will discuss and possibly approve a request from UWSP Athletics to sell alcohol at Community Stadium and KB Willett Arena for Pointer football and hockey games. They will also consider approving master plan concepts A and B for Zenoff Park. Additionally, the board will vote on dedicating three city-owned parcels (approximately 1.2 acres) containing a train display as park land and naming them Leary Park in honor of Herb and Theresa Leary.

• Discussion and possible action on UWSP Athletics request to sell alcohol at Community Stadium and KB Willett Arena
• Approval of master plan concept A and concept B for Zenoff Park
• Dedicating three city-owned parcels (#281240832403401, 281240832403305, 281240832403308) to City Park
• Naming those three parcels (approx. 1.2 acres) as Leary Park
• Recreation Division presentation and Director's Report including Goerke Park Master Plan update

The commission approved the May 7 meeting minutes and adopted master‑plan concepts A and B for Zenoff Park. It authorized UW‑SP to sell alcohol at home football and hockey games in the KB Willett Arena and Goerke Stadium on a one‑year trial. Three city‑owned parcels were dedicated as a city park and named Leary Park in honor of Herb and Theresa Leary. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved May 7, 2025 meeting minutes (9-0)
• Approved Zenoff Park master‑plan concepts A and B (9-0)
• Approved UW‑SP alcohol sales at home games for one year (9-0)
• Dedicated three city‑owned parcels to City Park (9-0)
• Approved naming the parcels as "Leary Park" (9-0)

Business Improvement District Board

The Downtown Business Improvement District Board will meet on June 3, 2025, to discuss and possibly take action on several items, including approving meeting minutes, establishing an Executive Director position description and interview process, considering an Interim Executive Director, and reviewing event promotion budget breakdown recommendations. The board will also consider insurance for downtown events.

• Approve meeting minutes from May 6 and May 13, 2025
• Executive Director position description, job posting, and interview committee
• Consideration of Interim Executive Director
• Event Promotion Budget Breakdown Recommendations
• Insurance for Downtown Events

The board approved the minutes from the May 6 regular meeting and the May 13 special meeting. It authorized the formation of a three‑member interview committee to select a new executive director and approved the committee’s authority to edit and publish the position description. The board tabled the decision on appointing an interim executive director. It also approved the proposed event promotion budget, a raffle license, and agreed to obtain event insurance under the city’s policy.

• Approved May 6 meeting minutes (motion passed)
• Approved May 13 special meeting minutes (motion passed)
• Approved formation of a three‑member interview committee for the executive director (motion passed)
• Authorized hiring committee to edit and publish the executive director position description (motion passed)
• Tabled decision on an interim executive director (motion postponed)
• Approved event promotion budget outline (motion passed)
• Approved raffle license (motion passed)
• Decided to acquire event insurance under the city’s policy (decision made)

City Plan Commission

The City Plan Commission will hold a public hearing and vote on amending the Official Street Map to identify Lilac Court on Lilac Lane. They will also consider an encroachment agreement for Carrie Frost Drive and adopt a Public Participation Plan to begin updating the city's Comprehensive Plan. A staff update on the zoning code rewrite is also on the agenda.

• Public hearing on amending Official Street Map to identify Lilac Court at 1900 Lilac Lane
• Encroachment agreement with Stevens Point 5609 Carrie Frost WI, LLC on property at 5609 Carrie Frost Drive
• Adoption of Public Participation Plan and Resolution to update the Comprehensive Plan
• Staff update on zoning code rewrite

The City Plan Commission approved the reports of the May 5 and May 14, 2025 meetings unanimously. It approved an amendment to the official street map for Lilac Court at 1900 Lilac Lane. It approved an encroachment agreement for 5609 Carrie Frost Drive. It also approved a Public Participation Plan and resolution to update the Comprehensive Plan, all by unanimous vote.

• Approved May 5 and May 14, 2025 meeting reports (unanimous)
• Approved amendment to Official Street Map for Lilac Court (unanimous)
• Approved encroachment agreement with Stevens Point 5609 Carrie Frost WI, LLC (unanimous)
• Approved Public Participation Plan and Resolution to update Comprehensive Plan (unanimous)
• No further action taken on item 3 (report of May 14 meeting)

Police and Fire Commission

The Police and Fire Commission is holding a special meeting primarily to adjourn into closed session under state law to discuss an internal investigation involving a former Stevens Point Fire Department employee. No other business is scheduled.

• Closed session discussion of internal investigation of a former Stevens Point Fire Dept. employee

The Police and Fire Commission moved the meeting into a closed session to discuss an internal investigation of a former fire department employee. All four voting commissioners—Behrendt, Kirschling, Mrozek, and Zenner—cast yes votes. Commissioner Pingel was not present for the vote. No other actions were taken.

• Adjourned into closed session (vote 4-0 yes)

Age-Friendly Commission

The Age-Friendly Commission will discuss and refine housing and transportation recommendations for the Stevens Point Aging Plan. They will also introduce draft recommendations for outdoor spaces and buildings. No votes are expected; the meeting focuses on continued development of the plan.

• Refinement of housing and transportation recommendations for the Stevens Point Aging Plan
• Introduction of draft outdoor spaces and buildings recommendations for the Stevens Point Aging Plan
• Review of March 25, 2025 meeting report

Common Council

The Common Council will review proposals for a new City Hall, including a contract for preliminary architectural services. The body is also considering a land swap with Portage County and amendments to downtown parking and the official street map.

• Contract with Somerville, Inc. for preliminary architectural services for a replacement City Hall
• Land swap agreement with Portage County involving 1039 Ellis St. and City Hall/Courthouse building
• Ordinance amendment to extend downtown parking from two hours to four hours
• Conditional use permit for a tourist rooming house at 1316 Ellis Street
• Conditional use permit for a detached garage with reduced rear yard setback at 1665 Main Street

The council approved a land swap agreement with Portage County, including the exchange of 1039 Ellis St. and the City Hall/Courthouse property. It also approved a contract with Somerville, Inc. for preliminary architectural services for a replacement City Hall and adopted several ordinance amendments, including extending downtown parking limits. Additional actions included conditional‑use permits for a garage on Main St. and a tourist rooming house on Ellis St., and the Downtown Targeted Area Master Plan amendments.

• Approved consent agenda (unanimous)
• Approved land swap agreement with Portage County (unanimous)
• Approved contract with Somerville, Inc. for replacement City Hall services (unanimous)
• Approved ordinance amendment extending downtown parking from 2 to 4 hours (8‑1)
• Approved conditional‑use permit for detached garage at 1665 Main St. (unanimous)
• Approved conditional‑use permit for tourist rooming house at 1316 Ellis St. (8‑1)
• Approved ordinance amendment adding Evelyn Court and Joe Street to the official map (unanimous)
• Approved amendments to the Downtown Targeted Area Master Plan (unanimous)

Business Improvement District Board

The Business Park Business Improvement District Board will discuss and possibly act on an updated contract with Lake and Pond Solutions and review upcoming maintenance projections and deferred maintenance. The meeting also includes approval of previous minutes and updates from Anderson O'Brien.

• Discussion and possible action on Lake and Pond Solutions Updated Contract
• Review of upcoming years maintenance projection and deferred maintenance
• Anderson O'Brien updates
• Approval of meeting minutes from April 4, 2025

The Business Improvement District Board approved the minutes from the April 4, 2025 meeting. The motion was moved by Dale Steinmetz, seconded by Jeff Ramlow, and passed with a unanimous vote. No other actions were decided at this meeting.

• Approved April 4, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Redevelopment Authority

The Stevens Point Redevelopment Authority will meet to approve past minutes, discuss a downtown redevelopment fund, and consider selling 217 Second St. The meeting will also include discussions on a regional commercial loan program and the future location of a transfer center.

• Approval of Downtown Redevelopment Fund and Associated Training
• Discussion on a Regional Commercial Loan Buy Down Program
• Discussion on Transfer Center Location and Parking for Redeveloped Parcels
• Discussion on 1101 Centerpoint Drive (Former Great Lakes Educational Loan Services)
• Approval to Sell 217 Second St.

City Plan Commission

The City Plan Commission will receive an overview of the Zoning Code rewrite timeline and a presentation on review standards for conditional use permits, rezoning, variances, and other matters. Members will also discuss the relationship between the Code rewrite and the city's Comprehensive Plan. No votes or binding decisions are scheduled; the agenda consists of discussion items only.

• Overview of the Zoning Code rewrite timeline
• Presentation and discussion of review standards for Conditional Use Permits, Comprehensive Plan Amendments, Rezoning, Variances, Site Plan Review, and Planned Development Districts
• Discussion of the relationship between the Zoning Code rewrite and the Comprehensive Plan

The City Plan Commission held a meeting to review the timeline and standards for the upcoming zoning code rewrite and related review processes. Commissioners asked questions and provided comments on conditional use permits, comprehensive plan amendments, rezoning, variances, site plan review, and planned development districts. No actions were approved, denied, or tabled.

Business Improvement District Board

The Downtown Business Improvement District Board will meet to discuss and potentially take action on sound extensions and promotional efforts. The board is considering the purchase of a speaker system for event enhancements.

• Alleyway Activation Sound Extension discussion
• Event Enhancement Speaker System purchase approval
• Radio ads for downtown promotion partnership

Board of Water and Sewerage Commissioners

The Stevens Point Board of Water and Sewerage Commissioners will meet in person at 300 Bliss Avenue on May 12, 2025. The commission will consider approval of the meeting minutes and department financial claims. It will also receive reports on water supply, sewage treatment, construction and maintenance, and a directors report. The meeting will adjourn after these items.

• Approval of Minutes
• Approval of Department Claims
• Water Supply and Distribution Report – Eric Southworth
• Sewage Treatment Operations Report – Chris Lefebvre
• Construction and Maintenance Report – Shane Kohnen

The Board approved the April 14, 2025 meeting minutes and the April 2025 department claims, both unanimously. The Commissioners voted to cancel the scheduled June 9, 2025 Commission meeting. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously.

• Approved April 14, 2025 minutes (unanimous ayes)
• Approved April 2025 department claims (unanimous ayes)
• Canceled June 9, 2025 Commission meeting (decision announced)
• Adjourned meeting at 12:14 PM (unanimous ayes)

Airport Commission

The Stevens Point Airport Commission will meet in person at 300 Bliss Avenue to discuss the 2025 Capital Operations and Maintenance update and approve department claims. The meeting will also include a report from Jason Draheim.

• Approval of Department Claims
• 2025 Capital Operations and Maintenance update
• Written/Verbal Report - Jason Draheim

The commission unanimously approved the April 14, 2025 meeting minutes and the April department claims. They also approved an amendment to the 2025 Capital Operations and Maintenance Plan, replacing previously approved design efforts with the Master Plan and reducing the local share request to $11,800. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved April 14 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved April department claims (unanimous)
• Amended 2025 Capital Operations and Maintenance Plan to add Master Plan and lower local share to $11,800 (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Public Policy and General Government

The Public Policy and General Government Committee will discuss and possibly vote on a new ordinance that would ban camping on city property and update related cash deposit fees. The agenda also includes several alcohol license applications, a request to close streets for the Riverfront Jazz Festival, and a discussion on downtown parking. The meeting will be held in-person with a virtual option.

• Ordinance amendment creating Section 8.21 prohibiting camping on city property
• New Class B Beer license for Cheese & Cheers Bistro at 4928 Main St, Suite A
• New Class B Beer & Liquor license for Michele’s at 513 Division St
• Temporary street closure request for Riverfront Jazz Festival on Aug 30-31, 2025
• Discussion and possible action on downtown parking

The committee approved the city’s license list and the Riverfront Jazz Festival event, both with unanimous support. It also voted to extend downtown parking from two to four hours, again unanimously. The proposed ordinance amendment to prohibit camping on city property was not acted on; staff recommended deferring it until a year‑round warming shelter is addressed.

• Approved license list (unanimous)
• Approved Riverfront Jazz Festival event (unanimous)
• Extended downtown parking to four hours (unanimous)
• No action on camping ordinance amendment – deferred pending shelter plan

Finance Committee

The committee will discuss city capital planning and debt capacity. They will then consider approving a land swap with Portage County, funding for a replacement city hall design, a fire truck purchase, airport improvements, the Goerke Park press box, and contracts for the Business 51 project. They will also enter closed session for property negotiations related to that project.

• Approval of a land swap agreement with Portage County for 1039 Ellis St. and the city's interest in the City Hall/Courthouse building
• Approval of funding for architectural services for designing a replacement city hall
• Approval of additional funding for the purchase of a fire truck
• Approval of additional funding for the Goerke Park Press Box Project
• Approval of an agreement with AECOM for the final design of the Business 51 South Segment-Phases 2 and 3

The Finance Committee unanimously approved a land swap with Portage County involving 1039 Ellis St. and the city's interest in the City Hall/Courthouse building. It also approved funding for a replacement City Hall design, a new fire truck, airport capital improvements, and additional work on the Goerke Park press box. The committee designated the Portage County Gazette as the official newspaper and approved contracts for the Business 51 project and property‑tax software.

• Approved land swap with Portage County (unanimous)
• Approved funding for architectural services for a replacement City Hall (unanimous)
• Approved additional funding for purchase of a fire truck (unanimous)
• Approved funding for capital improvements at the airport (unanimous)
• Approved additional funding for the Goerke Park press box project (unanimous)
• Approved designation of the Portage County Gazette as the official newspaper (unanimous)
• Approved AECOM Change Order #2 for design of Business 51 Phase I south segment (unanimous)
• Approved agreement with Transcendent Technologies for property‑tax software (unanimous)

Tourism Commission

The Tourism Commission will discuss and possibly update grant guidelines for future cycles. Other items include approval of March 27, 2025 meeting minutes. The agenda is largely procedural.

• Discussion and possible action on grant guidelines updates for future cycles

The commission approved the minutes from the March 27, 2025 meeting. It also approved forming a working committee of Schrader and Winn to meet with the Convention and Visitors Bureau on future grant guidelines. Both motions passed unanimously.

• Approved March 27, 2025 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved formation of grant‑guidelines working committee (Schrader, Winn) (5-0)

Police and Fire Commission

The Police and Fire Commission will discuss and possibly act on personnel matters, including the promotion of Justin Thomson to Lieutenant/Paramedic and the permanent status of Officer James Harper. Other agenda items include a hat donation from a commissioner, a donation from a local business owner, and a donation from WILMA for sonar equipment. The meeting will also include an election of commission officers and discussion of the City Mitigation Plan.

• Promotion of Motor Pump Operator/Paramedic Justin Thomson to Lieutenant/Paramedic (item 12)
• Approval of Officer James Harper from probation to permanent status effective June 4, 2025 (item 9)
• Consideration of a hat donation valued at approximately $500 from Commissioner Jason Behrendt to Fire and Police departments (item 8)
• Acceptance of a $300 donation from Tony Cimaroli (Culvers, Division St.) for an inflatable wind dancer (item 10)
• Acceptance of a $500 donation from WILMA for Live Scope and Side Scan Sonar (item 15)

The commission elected Commissioner Kirschling as President and Commissioner Behrendt as Secretary, and appointed liaisons to the police and fire departments. It approved several donations totaling $1,300 and promoted Officer James Harper to permanent status, Justin Thomson to Lieutenant, and Kraig Arndt to Motor Pump Operator. The July meeting was scheduled for Thursday, July 10 at 1:00 p.m., and the City Mitigation Plan was adopted.

• Elected Commissioner Kirschling as President (Ayes all, nays none)
• Elected Commissioner Behrendt as Secretary (Ayes all, nays none)
• Appointed Commissioner Mrozek as Fire Department liaison and Commissioner Zenner as Police Department liaison (Ayes all, nays none)
• Scheduled July PFC meeting for Thursday, July 10 at 1:00 p.m. (Ayes all, nays none)
• Approved $500 hat donation from Commissioner Behrendt to Police and Fire (Ayes all, nays none)
• Approved promotion of Officer James Harper to permanent status (Ayes all, nays none)
• Approved promotion of Justin Thomson to Lieutenant/Paramedic (Ayes all, nays none)
• Approved appointment of Kraig Arndt as Motor Pump Operator/Paramedic (Ayes all, nays none)

Park Commission

The Park Commission will approve the minutes from the April 2, 2025 meeting and discuss multiple draft concepts for the Goerke Park master plan, including an inflatable dome, parking areas, and facility locations. They will also review the Zenoff Park master plan draft concepts and select a chairperson and vice‑chairperson for the board. The meeting includes a director's report on recent community events and an announcement of no meeting in July due to the Riverfront Rendezvous.

• Awarding of the Don Friday Press Box Renovation Project at Goerke Park
• Review of the inflatable dome concept in the Goerke Park draft master plan
• Consideration of including the Parker Building and Rec Center Building (armory) in the next Goerke Park master plan draft
• Discussion of the southern area of the Goerke Park master plan (proposed parking lot, existing hockey/ice rink, shotput, discus, and green space)
• Review of Zenoff Park Master Plan Draft Concepts

The commission approved several key components of the Goerke Park master plan, including removal of the inflatable dome, retention of the Parker Building and recreation center, and approval of the southern area layout. They also approved a single‑lane bus lane, a new minimum 50,000‑sq‑ft aquatic center, and added a buffer with a playground, pickleball and basketball courts in the northern area. Additionally, the board elected John Okonek as chair and Wayne Sorenson as vice‑chair. All motions passed with votes ranging from 10‑0 to 11‑0.

• Approved April 2, 2025 meeting minutes (10-0)
• Removed inflatable dome from Goerke Park master plan draft (10-1)
• Retained Parker Building and Rec Center in Goerke Park master plan (11-0)
• Approved southern area plan: keep hockey and ice rinks, remove southeast parking lot, keep shotput/discus (11-0)
• Approved single‑lane bus lane, school parking drop‑off, and small parking between Parker Building and PJs Middle School (11-0)
• Approved new minimum 50,000‑sq‑ft aquatic center in center of Goerke Park (11-0)
• Added buffer between Prais Street and proposed parking lot; incorporated playground, pickleball and basketball courts (11-0)
• Elected John Okonek as chair of the Board of Park Commissioners (11-0)

Board of Public Works

The Stevens Point Board of Public Works holds a special meeting to select a Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson for upcoming meetings. No other business is on the agenda. This is a procedural item with no substantive policy decisions.

• Election of Chairperson for the Board of Public Works
• Election of Vice-Chairperson for the Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works elected Mayor Wiza as Chairperson by unanimous vote. Ald. Shuda was elected Vice‑Chairperson, also by unanimous vote. Both motions carried with all members voting aye and no nays. The meeting adjourned at 1:04 p.m.

• Mayor Wiza elected Chairperson of the Board of Public Works (unanimous)
• Ald. Shuda elected Vice‑Chairperson of the Board of Public Works (unanimous)

Business Improvement District Board

The Downtown Business Improvement District Board will hold a regular meeting to receive reports from staff and committees, and take action on several items. Key decisions include approving the 2025 Town Hall date and planning timeline for the 2026 budget, discussing an event enhancement proposal, and considering a request for support from the Central Wisconsin Children's Museum. The board will also discuss a food truck ordinance and a letter of support for extending parking time downtown.

• Approval of 2025 Town Hall date and 2026 budget season planning
• Event enhancement proposal and fundraising conversation (continued)
• Request for support: Destinations for Families Collaboration with Central Wisconsin Children's Museum
• Food truck ordinance discussion
• Approval to write letter of support for extension of parking allocated time in downtown district

Pedestrian and Bicycle Street Safety Commission

The Bicycle and Pedestrian Street Safety Commission will discuss a walk/roll audit to help plan the 2026 street reconstruction timeline. The body will also review a 2024 report card from the League of American Bicyclists and discuss downtown bicycle parking.

• Planned walk/roll audit for 2026 street reconstruction project timeline
• Review of 2024 League of American Bicyclists report card
• Discussion on downtown bicycle parking accommodations
• Updates on Portage County Bicycle & Pedestrian Plan rewrite
• Report of the January 28, 2025 meeting

City Plan Commission

The City Plan Commission will hold public hearings and take action on a conditional use permit for a garage at 1665 Main Street, amendments to the Official Street Map, a fence waiver, annexation of 1213 Torun Road, and a land swap with Portage County. It will also consider amendments to the Downtown Targeted Area Master Plan and a petition to dissolve the Portage County Business Park Owners' Association.

• Public hearing on conditional use permit for garage at 1665 Main Street with reduced rear yard setback
• Public hearings on amendments to Official Street Map to establish Starling Court and extend Evelyn Court/Joe Street
• Request for fence waiver to install 12-foot privacy fencing at 221-301 Union Street
• Request to annex 1213 Torun Road from Town of Hull into City of Stevens Point
• Request to authorize land swap agreement with Portage County

The Plan Commission unanimously approved a land swap agreement with Portage County. It also approved a conditional use permit for a detached garage on Main Street, amendments to the official street map for new streets, a fence‑waiver request, an annexation of a property from the Town of Hull, and amendments to the Downtown Targeted Area Master Plan.

• Approved land swap agreement with Portage County (unanimous)
• Approved conditional use permit for detached garage at 1665 Main St (unanimous)
• Approved amendment to Official Street Map establishing Starling Court (unanimous)
• Approved amendment to Official Street Map extending Evelyn Court and Joe Street (unanimous)
• Approved fence waiver for privacy fences on Union Street properties (unanimous)
• Approved annexation of 1213 Torun Road from Town of Hull (unanimous)
• Approved amendments to Downtown Targeted Area Master Plan (unanimous)
• Approved report of April 7, 2025 Plan Commission meeting (unanimous)

Stevens Point Sustainability Commission

The Sustainability Commission will receive a presentation from the Director of Public Utilities regarding department operations and climate change adaptations. The commission will also select a date for a field trip to Public Works facilities.

• Presentation by Joel Lemke on greenhouse gas reduction and climate change adaptations
• Selection of a July field trip date for Public Works facilities
• Planning for June 5 meeting with Dan Kremer, Director of Parks, Recreation & Forestry

Board of Review

The Stevens Point Board of Review will organize itself, receive the 2025 assessment roll and assessor's report, and hear waiver requests. The main business is hearing objections to property assessments and taking action on tax appeals. This meeting sets the schedule for additional sessions if needed.

• Election of chairperson and vice-chairperson
• Receive and review 2025 assessment roll and assessor's affidavit
• Hear requests for waiver of 48-hour notice to file objection
• Hear requests to testify by telephone or submit sworn written statement
• Hear objections to property assessments and take action as necessary

The Board of Review elected Garry Curless as Chairperson and Tom Schrader as Vice‑Chairperson by unanimous vote. It sustained the assessor's valuation for 3000 Parkway Drive with a unanimous vote. It upheld the amended assessment of $16,631,700 for 3300 Business Park Drive by a 4‑1 vote. The meeting was adjourned sine die by unanimous consent.

• Elected Garry Curless Chairperson (unanimous)
• Elected Tom Schrader Vice‑Chairperson (unanimous)
• Sustained assessor's valuation for 3000 Parkway Drive (5‑0)
• Upheld amended assessment of $16,631,700 for 3300 Business Park Drive (4‑1)
• Adjourned meeting sine die (unanimous)

Common Council

The Common Council will consider awarding two major street improvement contracts totaling over $8.6 million for Washington Avenue and Madison Street. The council will also discuss a letter of intent for redevelopment of the former Edgewater Manor site, consider rezoning and comprehensive plan amendment for a parcel near Hoover Road and Heffron Street, and act on several other resolutions including a conditional use permit for a cell tower and ordinance amendments for food trucks and historic preservation. The meeting includes a closed session on property negotiations and city hall relocation.

• Award Washington Avenue improvements (Project 25-101) to Haas Sons, Inc. for $4,792,534.90
• Award Madison Street improvements (Project 25-102) to Switlick & Sons, Inc. for $3,811,709.50
• Letter of Intent for redevelopment of the former Edgewater Manor site
• Rezone and comprehensive plan amendment for parcel near Hoover Road and Heffron Street from M-1 to R-3 (FFH Holdings, LLC)
• Conditional use permit for wireless communication tower at 3315 Wayne Street (FERRELLGAS LP)

The council approved the consent agenda and several agreements, including a letter of intent for the former Edgewater Manor site and a right‑of‑way liability agreement with the Town of Hull. It awarded the Washington Avenue street improvement project to Haas Sons for up to $4,792,534.90 and the Madison Street project to Switlick & Sons for up to $3,811,709.50. The council also approved rezoning and comprehensive‑plan changes for a parcel at Hoover Road and Heffron Street, amended park and bicycle ordinances, and granted a conditional use permit for a wireless tower.

• Approved consent agenda (10-0)
• Approved letter of intent for Edgewater Manor redevelopment (10-0)
• Approved right‑of‑way liability agreement with Town of Hull (10-0)
• Awarded Washington Avenue Street Improvement Project 25‑101 to Haas Sons, Inc., not to exceed $4,792,534.90 (10-0)
• Awarded Madison Street Street Improvement Project 25‑102 to Switlick & Sons, Inc., not to exceed $3,811,709.50 (10-0)
• Approved rezoning of parcel at Hoover Rd & Heffron St from M‑1 to R‑3 (10-0)
• Approved ordinance amendment for historic preservation nomination process (10-0)
• Approved conditional use permit for wireless tower at 3315 Wayne St (10-0)

Historic Preservation and Design Review Commission

The Historic Preservation/Design Review Commission will hold a public hearing and consider a code amendment to Section 22.04, outlining the approval process for nominating historic structures on state and national registers. The commission will also discuss a request to remove a mural at 817 Clark Street and review three design requests for exterior improvements on Main Street and Strongs Avenue. Items are up for discussion and possible action.

• Report of March 24, 2025 meeting
• Request to remove mural at 817 Clark Street
• Public hearing on amending Section 22.04 for historic nominations
• Design review for exterior improvements at 968 Main Street (Amethyst Main LLC)
• Design review for storefront improvements at 1044 Main Street (Jason Bacher for Leon Ayers)

Common Council

The Common Council will meet to handle organizational appointments and elections. This includes mayoral appointments to boards, commissions, and committees, as well as the election of the Council President.

• Mayoral appointments to Boards and Commissions
• Mayoral appointments of Council members to Standing Committees
• Nomination and election of Council President

The Common Council voted unanimously to elect Ald. Marc Christianson as Council President. It also approved the mayor's list of appointments to city boards and commissions, and the council members' assignments to standing committees. Finally, the council ratified the minutes and committee actions. All votes were unanimous.

• Elected Ald. Marc Christianson as Council President (9-0)
• Approved mayoral appointments to boards and commissions (9-0)
• Approved council members' appointments to standing committees (9-0)
• Approved the minutes and actions of the Public Policy, Personnel, and Finance committees (9-0)

Public Policy and General Government

The Public Policy and General Government Committee will hold a brief meeting to elect a chair and a vice-chair. No other business is on the agenda. The meeting is hybrid, with in-person attendance at the Community Room or virtual via Zoom.

• Election of committee chair
• Election of vice-chair

The Public Policy and General Government Committee elected Ald. Keymer as Chair by a unanimous vote. The committee also elected Ald. Steinmetz as Vice-Chair by a unanimous vote. No other actions were taken.

• Elected Ald. Keymer as Chair (unanimous)
• Elected Ald. Steinmetz as Vice-Chair (unanimous)

Personnel Committee

The Stevens Point Personnel Committee meeting on April 15, 2025 will discuss and possibly act on the election of a committee chair and a vice‑chair. The meeting will be held in person at the Community Room, 933 Michigan Avenue, with a Zoom option available. Adjournment is also on the agenda.

• Election of Committee Chair
• Election of Vice‑Chair
• Adjournment

The Personnel Committee elected Ald. Kneebone as Chair and Ald. Broderick as Vice‑Chair. Both elections were approved by a unanimous ballot. The meeting adjourned at 5:12 p.m.

• Elected Ald. Kneebone as Committee Chair (unanimous)
• Elected Ald. Broderick as Vice‑Chair (unanimous)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will meet to elect its leadership for the committee. The agenda is limited to these organizational elections.

• Election of Committee Chair
• Election of Vice-Chair

The committee voted unanimously to appoint Ald. Christianson as Chair of the Finance Committee. Ald. Morrow was also elected unanimously as Vice‑Chair. Both elections were confirmed by a unanimous ballot. The meeting adjourned at 5:15 p.m.

• Ald. Christianson elected Chair (unanimous ayes, 0 nays)
• Ald. Morrow elected Vice‑Chair (unanimous ayes, 0 nays)

Board of Water and Sewerage Commissioners

The Board of Water and Sewerage Commissioners will discuss and possibly take action on water and sewer rate studies conducted by Baker Tilly. Other agenda items include approval of costs for maintenance at Well 11 and routine reports on water supply, sewage treatment, and construction. The meeting will be held in person at 300 Bliss Avenue with a virtual option, though technology may not be reliable.

• Discussion and possible action on water and sewer rate studies with Baker Tilly
• Approval of costs for mag meter maintenance/mechanical services at Well 11
• Water Supply and Distribution Report by Eric Southworth
• Sewage Treatment Operations Report by Chris Lefebvre
• Construction and Maintenance Report by Shane Kohnen

The Board unanimously approved the March 10, 2025 meeting minutes and the March department claims. It also approved hiring Baker Tilly for water and sewer rate studies, not to exceed $30,000 for water and $25,000 for sewer. Additionally, the Board approved up to $20,000 for mag meter maintenance/mechanical services at Well 11. All motions carried with all votes in favor.

• Approved March 10, 2025 meeting minutes (ayes all, nays none)
• Approved March 2025 department claims (ayes all, nays none)
• Approved water rate study contract up to $30,000 (ayes all, nays none)
• Approved sewer rate study contract up to $25,000 (ayes all, nays none)
• Approved mag meter maintenance/mechanical services up to $20,000 (ayes all, nays none)
• Adjourned meeting (ayes all, nays none)

Airport Commission

The Stevens Point Airport Commission meeting on April 14, 2025 will be held in person at 300 Bliss Avenue with a Zoom option. Commissioners will conduct roll call, approve the previous meeting’s minutes, approve department claims, and receive a written/verbal report from Jason Draheim. The meeting will conclude with adjournment.

• Roll Call
• Approval of Minutes
• Approval of Department Claims
• Written/Verbal Report – Jason Draheim
• Adjournment

The commission unanimously approved the March 10, 2025 meeting minutes. It also unanimously approved the department's March claims after audit. The meeting was then adjourned by unanimous vote.

• Approved March 10, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved March department claims as audited (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Transit Commission

This meeting is limited to routine procedural items: approval of the March 10, 2025 minutes and the March 2025 financial/claims report, along with staff updates and setting the next meeting date. No substantive policy decisions or public hearings are scheduled.

• Approval of March 10, 2025 meeting minutes
• Approval of March 2025 Financial/Claims Report
• Staff updates
• Next meeting date set for June 9, 2025

The Transportation Commission approved the March 10, 2025 meeting minutes and the March 2025 financial/claims report, each with unanimous support. The commission also set the next meeting for June 9, 2025 at 5:00 pm. The meeting was adjourned at 5:10 pm.

• Approved March 10, 2025 minutes (all in favor, none opposed)
• Approved March 2025 financial/claims report (all in favor, none opposed)
• Set next meeting date for June 9, 2025 at 5:00 pm
• Adjourned meeting at 5:10 pm

Personnel Committee

The Stevens Point Personnel Committee will meet to discuss and possibly amend Administrative Policy 3.02 regarding employee licenses and certifications. The meeting will be held in-person at the Community Room on 933 Michigan Avenue with a virtual option available via Zoom.

• Discussion and possible action on Administrative Policy 3.02 Standard Benefits - Licenses and Certifications
• Meeting location: Community Room, 933 Michigan Avenue, Stevens Point, WI
• Meeting ID: 852 6405 4662 | Passcode: 909157

The Personnel Committee voted to amend Administrative Policy 3.02 Standard Benefits – Licenses and Certifications. The amendment includes retroactive pay for the electrical inspector, effective March 24, 2025. The motion passed unanimously with all members voting aye.

• Approved amendment to Administrative Policy 3.02 and retroactive pay for electrical inspector (unanimous)

Public Policy and General Government

The Public Policy and General Government committee will discuss and potentially act on liquor license applications and street closing requests. The body will also consider amendments to city ordinances regarding food trucks and carts on city property and in parks.

• Class A Beer & Liquor License for Z's Roadside Convenience at 2133 Division Street
• Temporary Class B Beer Licenses for CREATE Portage County and Mid-State Roller Derby
• Street closing requests for Mid-State Roller Derby, Hmong Week Central WI, Stevens Point Brewery Block Party, and Walk Wisconsin
• Ordinance amendments to Section 12.18 (Food Trucks and Carts) and Section 12.10 (Food & Refreshment in City Parks)

The Public Policy and General Government Committee approved the listed Class A and temporary Class B beer and liquor licenses. The committee also approved four recurring community events and associated street closures. Finally, the committee adopted an amendment to the ordinance governing food trucks, carts, and park refreshments. All motions passed with unanimous ayes and no nays.

• Approved Class A and temporary Class B beer & liquor licenses (ayes all, nays none)
• Approved events and street closings for Mid-State Roller Derby, Hmong Week, Brewery Block Party, Walk Wisconsin (ayes all, nays none)
• Approved ordinance amendment for food trucks, carts, and park refreshments (ayes all, nays none)

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will discuss awarding two street improvement contracts and an ordinance amendment regarding bicycle ways and city parks. The meeting includes reports on the West Zinda Bridge, West River Drive, and the Madison/Monroe project.

• Award Street Improvements Project (Washington Avenue) #25-101 to Haas Sons, Inc. for up to $4,792,534.90
• Award Street Improvements Project (Madison Street) #25-102 to Switlick & Sons, Inc. for up to $3,811,709.50
• Ordinance amendment for Chapter 9, Section 9.12 (Bicycle Ways) and Chapter 10, Subsections 10.01 and 10.05 (City Parks)

The board approved ordinance amendments to Chapter 9 Section 9.12 concerning Bicycle Ways and Chapter 10 Subsections 10.01 and 10.05 concerning City Parks. It also approved the award of the Washington Avenue street‑improvement project (#25‑101) to Haas Sons, Inc. for up to $4,792,534.90. Additionally, the Madison Street street‑improvement project (#25‑102) was awarded to Switlick & Sons, Inc. for up to $3,811,709.50. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved ordinance amendment Chapter 9 §9.12 (Bicycle Ways) and Chapter 10 §10.01, §10.05 (City Parks) – unanimous vote
• Awarded Washington Avenue Street Improvements Project #25‑101 to Haas Sons, Inc., up to $4,792,534.90 – unanimous vote
• Awarded Madison Street Street Improvements Project #25‑102 to Switlick & Sons, Inc., up to $3,811,709.50 – unanimous vote

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will vote on funding for new election tabulators, accept a grant for the Fire Department, and approve service agreements with the Village of Park Ridge. They will also consider amendments to the Downtown Facade Improvement Grant Program, an agricultural lease with Blue Top Farms, and set a minimum offer for Business 51 real estate acquisition. A closed session will follow to discuss negotiation guidelines for the Business 51 project.

• Approval of funding for new election tabulators
• Acceptance of Community Foundation Grant for Fire Department
• Approval of agreements with Village of Park Ridge for fire and EMS services
• Amendments to the Downtown Facade Improvement Grant Program
• Setting minimum offer amount for Business 51 real estate acquisition

The committee approved funding for new election tabulators and a $5,000 Community Foundation grant for fire‑department water‑rescue equipment. It also approved service agreements with the Village of Park Ridge for fire and EMS, amended the downtown façade grant program, and authorized an agricultural lease of 68 acres at $125 per acre. The committee set a $500 minimum offer for Business 51 real‑estate acquisition and moved to a closed session to negotiate those guidelines.

• Approved funding for new election tabulators (ayes all, nays none)
• Approved $5,000 fire department grant for water‑rescue equipment (ayes all, nays none)
• Approved fire services agreement with Village of Park Ridge (ayes all, nays none)
• Approved EMS services agreement with Village of Park Ridge (ayes all, nays none)
• Approved agricultural lease with Blue Top Farms: 68 acres at $125/acre (ayes all, nays none)
• Approved minimum offer amount of $500 for Business 51 real‑estate acquisitions (ayes all, nays none)
• Approved claims paid (ayes all, nays none)
• Adjourned to closed session to negotiate Business 51 real‑estate acquisition guidelines (ayes: Morrow, Shuda, Keymer, Broderick, Christianson; nays none)

Common Council

The Common Council is holding a special meeting to consider a request for a street closing. This request is for the Trivia Parade scheduled for April 11, 2025.

• Request to hold event with street closing for the Trivia Parade on April 11, 2025

The council voted to approve a street‑closing event for the Trivia Parade scheduled for April 11, 2025. Alderman Keymer moved the motion and Alderman Christianson seconded it. The motion passed with all ayes and no nays.

• Approved street‑closing Trivia Parade event on April 11, 2025 (unanimous)

Canvassing Board

The Canvassing Board will meet to review and certify the municipal election results. The board will address any errors or irregularities found during the canvass.

• Canvass of results for City Clerk
• Canvass of results for City Comptroller/Treasurer
• Canvass of results for City Attorney
• Canvass of results for odd-numbered Aldermanic Districts

The board verified that there were zero provisional ballots and that poll book certification pages were completed. Inspectors' statements were confirmed complete, with any anomalies documented. Vote totals for City Clerk, Comptroller/Treasurer, City Attorney, and alderperson races were determined for each district. The board then certified the canvass results.

• Verified zero provisional ballots (all districts)
• Verified poll book certification pages completed
• Confirmed inspectors' statements complete and anomalies documented
• Determined vote totals for City Clerk in all districts
• Determined vote totals for City Comptroller/Treasurer in all districts
• Determined vote totals for City Attorney in all districts
• Determined alderperson results where contests existed
• Certified the canvass results

City Plan Commission

The City Plan Commission will meet to discuss a rezoning request for a parcel on Hoover Road, a final subdivision plat review, and a conditional use permit for a wireless communication tower at 3315 Wayne Street. The meeting will also include a zoning code rewrite discussion and monthly reports.

• Public hearing on rezoning parcel 281230803140102 from M-1 to R-3
• Public hearing on final subdivision plat for parcel 281230803140102
• Public hearing on wireless communication tower at 3315 Wayne Street
• Site plan review for parking garage at 1501 North Point Drive
• Discussion on zoning code rewrite

The Stevens Point City Plan Commission approved several land‑use requests, including a comprehensive‑plan amendment, a rezoning, a final subdivision plat, a conditional‑use permit for a wireless tower, and a site‑plan for a parking garage. All motions passed with unanimous votes. No items were denied or tabled.

• Approved amendment of the Comprehensive Plan for parcel 281230803140102 from Commercial/Office/Multi‑Family to Residential (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of parcel 281230803140102 from M‑1 Light Industrial to R‑3 Single‑ and Two‑Family Residence (unanimous)
• Approved final subdivision plat for parcel 281230803140102 consistent with Ch. 20.05(2) (unanimous)
• Approved conditional use permit for a wireless communication tower at 3315 Wayne Street (parcel 281240833402402) (unanimous)
• Approved site‑plan for a parking garage and surface parking at 1501 North Point Drive (parcel 281240829120015) (unanimous)
• Approved the report of the March 3, 2025 City Plan Commission meeting (unanimous)

Business Improvement District Board

The Business Improvement District Board will meet on April 4, 2025 at the Stevens Point Transit Center. They are scheduled to review and possibly approve two contracts: a Lake and Pond Solutions contract and a Jay's Lawn Care and Snow Removal LLC landscape irrigation seasonal contract. The board will also consider approving meeting minutes from January 17 and January 31, 2025, and receive a flag update.

• Approve meeting minutes from January 17, 2025
• Approve meeting minutes from January 31, 2025
• Flag update
• Lake and Pond Solutions contract
• Jay's Lawn Care and Snow Removal, LLC landscape irrigation seasonal contract review and approval

The board unanimously approved the minutes from the January 17 and January 31 meetings. It approved the lake and pond maintenance contract while postponing the fountain replacement. It also approved the seasonal contract with Jay’s Lawn Care and Snow Removal, LLC. The scheduled BID meeting for April 11 was canceled.

• Approved Jan 17 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Jan 31 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved lake & pond maintenance contract, deferring fountain replacement (unanimous)
• Approved Jay’s Lawn Care & Snow Removal seasonal contract (unanimous)
• Canceled BID meeting scheduled for 4/11/2025

Police and Fire Commission

The Police and Fire Commission will discuss a long-term contract for fire suppression and first responder needs in the Village of Park Ridge. The body will also consider a grant and review the 2024 annual report for the fire department.

• Long-term contract for fire suppression and first responder needs in the Village of Park Ridge
• Approval of a $5,000.00 grant from the Community Foundation of Central WI
• Presentation of the Stevens Point Fire Department 2024 Annual Report

The Police and Fire Commission unanimously approved the March 2025 meeting minutes, the March 2025 bills, and the Police Chief report. It also approved a long‑term fire suppression contract with the Village of Park Ridge and a $5,000 grant from the Community Foundation of Central WI. The 2024 Fire Department annual report and the Fire Chief/EMS reports were placed on file, and the next meeting was scheduled for Thursday, May 8, 2025 at 1:00 p.m.

• Approved March 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved confirmation of March 2025 bills (unanimous)
• Approved Police Chief report for March 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved long‑term fire suppression contract with Village of Park Ridge (unanimous)
• Approved $5,000 grant from Community Foundation of Central WI (unanimous)
• Approved Stevens Point Fire Department 2024 Annual Report (unanimous)
• Approved Fire Chief/EMS/EM reports for March 2025 (unanimous)
• Scheduled next meeting for Thursday, May 8, 2025 at 1:00 p.m. (unanimous)

Redevelopment Authority

The Stevens Point Redevelopment Authority will discuss and possibly approve a Rental Improvement Loan Program and a Commercial Revolving Loan Fund. They will also review financial statements, update the Downtown Targeted Area Master Plan, and consider an RFP for the Shopko Parking Lot. An update on the sale of property at 1700 Strongs Ave is scheduled.

• Approval of creation of a Rental Improvement Loan Program
• Discussion and possible action on a Commercial Revolving Loan Fund
• Approval of Request for Proposals for Shopko Parking Lot
• Update on sale of property at 1700 Strongs Ave
• Discussion and update on Downtown Targeted Area Master Plan

Stevens Point Sustainability Commission

The Sustainability Commission will review the implementation of Chapter 3.57 of the Stevens Point Revised Municipal Code regarding commission goals. The body will also hear a presentation on state climate coalitions and grant programs.

• Presentation on Wisconsin Local Government Climate Coalition, DNR Green Tier Legacy Communities, and PSC Energy Innovation Grant Program
• Discussion on implementation of Chapter 3.57 of the Stevens Point Revised Municipal Code
• Selection of a Commission Liaison to the Green Tier Legacy Communities
• Review of 2025 Commission meeting calendar

The commission approved the March 6, 2025 meeting minutes unanimously. Members voted to make Heather Phelps the city’s Green Tier Legacy Communities representative, with all members in favor. The meeting was then adjourned at 6:36 p.m.

• Approved March 6, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Appointed Heather Phelps as Green Tier Legacy Communities representative (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:36 p.m. (unanimous)

Park Commission

The Park Commission will vote on awarding a downtown landscape maintenance contract to Plaski and Sons for $19,400 per year for 2025 and 2026. Commissioners will also consider an ordinance amendment changing park designations and closing hours. Updates include progress on Goerke and Zenoff Parks stakeholder meetings and recognition of the city's Tree City USA status.

• Award of downtown landscape maintenance contract to Plaski and Sons, not to exceed $19,400/year for 2025-2026
• Ordinance amendment to revise Chapter 10 park designations (10.01) and park closing hours (10.05)
• Parks Division report on operations and maintenance
• Director's report: Goerke and Zenoff Parks stakeholder survey deadline
• Recognition: 44th year as Tree City USA, 20th year Growth Award from National Arbor Day Association

The commission unanimously approved the February 12, 2025 meeting minutes. It awarded the downtown landscape maintenance contract to Plaski and Sons for up to $19,400 per year for 2025 and 2026. The board also approved amendments to Chapter 10, Subsection (2) of 10.01 and Subsection (4) of Section 10.05 regarding designated parks and park closing hours. All motions passed 10‑0.

• Approved February 12, 2025 meeting minutes (10-0)
• Awarded downtown landscape maintenance contract to Plaski and Sons, not‑to‑exceed $19,400 per year for 2025‑2026 (10-0)
• Approved ordinance amendment to Chapter 10, Subsection (2) of 10.01 and Subsection (4) of Section 10.05 (10-0)

Business Improvement District Board

The Downtown Business Improvement District Board will review several items, including a collaboration with the zoning code public meeting to support business retention and recruitment. They will consider approving the purchase of event magnets and a real Santa for upcoming events. The board will also discuss event enhancements and graphic design services for marketing.

• Approve meeting minutes from March 4, 2025
• Discuss collaboration on zoning code public meeting for business retention
• Approve purchase of event magnets
• Approve hiring of a real Santa for events
• Discuss graphic design services for event marketing

Tourism Commission

The Tourism Commission will meet to discuss and potentially take action on updates to grant guidelines for future cycles. The meeting also includes the approval of previous meeting minutes.

• Grant guideline updates for future grant cycles

The commission approved the minutes from the February 26 meeting. The motion was made by Winn, seconded by Sedlak, and carried with a 5‑0 vote. No action was taken on the grant guideline updates. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved February 26 meeting minutes (5-0)

Age-Friendly Commission

The Age-Friendly Commission will discuss draft housing and transportation recommendations for the Stevens Point Aging Plan. The meeting also includes a staff update on the Zoning Code Rewrite. No votes are scheduled; all items are for discussion only.

• Discussion on draft housing recommendations for the Aging Plan
• Discussion on draft transportation recommendations for the Aging Plan
• Staff update on Zoning Code Rewrite

Historic Preservation and Design Review Commission

The Historic Preservation/Design Review Commission will consider a request from the city to amend the Downtown Facade Improvement Grant Program. They will also review a design for a window replacement at 1809 Clark Street. A staff update on National Register of Historic Places designations is scheduled.

• Approval of January 27, 2025 meeting minutes
• Design review for window replacement at 1809 Clark Street using different muntin pattern
• Request from City to amend Downtown Facade Improvement Grant Program requirements
• Update on properties designated to National Register of Historic Places

Common Council

The Common Council will hold a public hearing and consider a final resolution for special assessments for the 2025 Streets Improvement Project #24-11, which involves installing watermain, sanitary sewer, and appurtenant services. Other agenda items include awarding a $467,880.66 contract to Bodart Electric Service for Hoover Road intersection signalizations, approving an ordinance amendment to water service limits, reviewing a preliminary subdivision plat for a parcel near Hoover Road and Heffron Street, and considering two claims related to construction flooding and sewer backup. The council will also enter closed session to discuss the relocation of City Hall.

• Public hearing and final resolution on special assessments for 2025 Streets Improvement Project #24-11 (watermain, sanitary sewer, laterals)
• Award Hoover Road Intersection Signalizations Project #25-105 to Bodart Electric Service for $467,880.66
• Ordinance amendment to Chapter 13, Section 13.09(b) on water service limits
• Preliminary subdivision plat review for FFH Holdings LLC at unaddressed parcel bounded by Hoover Road and Heffron Street
• Consideration of two claims: Intellirent LLC (flooding) and JADA LLC (sewer backup) from construction activities

Administrative Appeals Committee

The Administrative Appeals Board will hear appeals of notices and service charges for property maintenance violations at four properties: 832 Smith Street, 3216 Lindbergh Avenue, 801 Portage Street, and 925 Smith Street. The board will also consider minutes from a previous meeting.

• Appeal of notice/service charge for property maintenance violation at 832 Smith Street
• Appeal of notice/service charge for property maintenance violation at 3216 Lindbergh Avenue
• Appeal of notice/service charge for property maintenance violation at 801 Portage Street
• Appeal of notice/service charge for property maintenance violation at 925 Smith Street

Board of Water and Sewerage Commissioners

The Board of Water and Sewerage Commissioners will meet at 300 Bliss Avenue with a virtual option. Commissioners will discuss and possibly act on roll call, minutes, department claims, and several operational reports. Specific items include a sewer credit for 1430 Torun Road and an update on Park Ridge water infrastructure with a Chapter 13 ordinance amendment. The meeting will conclude with an adjournment.

• Sewer credit for 1430 Torun Road
• Update on Park Ridge water infrastructure and associated Chapter 13 ordinance amendment
• Water Supply and Distribution Report – Eric Southworth
• Sewage Treatment Operations Report – Chris Lefebvre
• Construction and Maintenance Report – Shane Kohnen

Airport Commission

The Stevens Point Airport Commission is meeting to handle routine procedural business: roll call, approval of minutes and department claims, and a report from Jason Draheim. The agenda contains no specific proposals or decisions beyond these administrative actions.

• Approval of minutes from previous meeting
• Approval of department claims
• Written/verbal report from Jason Draheim

Transit Commission

The Transportation Commission will discuss and potentially approve spending $10,000 for new camera equipment. They will also approve minutes from January 13, 2025, and financial/claims reports for January and February 2025. Talin Scheuermann will provide an update on the transportation system and department.

• Approval of $10,000 for new camera equipment
• Approval of January 13, 2025 meeting minutes
• Approval of January and February 2025 Financial/Claims Report
• Update on transportation system from Talin Scheuermann

Public Policy and General Government

The Public Policy and General Government Committee will discuss and possibly act on a request to keep six coturnix quail at 497 West Mapleridge Drive, as well as several event permits and street closures. Also on the agenda are a change of agent for a fuel license and a temporary beer license for Saint Peter Catholic Church's picnic.

• Request to keep six coturnix quail at 497 West Mapleridge Drive
• Change of agent for Fuel On #57 at 201 West Clark Street, replacing Bernard Morawa with Diego Plante
• Temporary Class 'B' Beer License for Saint Peter Catholic Church picnic on June 14–15, 2025 at 708 First Street
• Street closure for Veterans Club 5K Run on April 12, 2025 (new event)
• Street closures for Levitt AMP Concert Series, Point Pride, and PROCESS Sustainability Anniversary Party

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will meet to discuss claims related to construction flooding, approve funding for a comprehensive plan rewrite, and authorize a lease for farming. The meeting will be held in-person at the Community Room at 933 Michigan Avenue.

• Consideration of claims for flooding from Intellirent, LLC and JADA, LLC
• Approval of funding for a contract with North Central Wisconsin Regional Planning Commission
• Approval of a lease of city-owned land for farming with Bernard Mocadlo
• Approval of Claims Paid
• Adjournment

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will discuss and potentially take action on several items: a voluntary closure of the Park Street railroad crossing, awarding a signalization contract for Hoover Road, and approving right-of-way plats for the Business 51 Reconstruction Project. An informational report on the 2024 Streets Improvement Project (Northside) will also be presented.

• Award of Hoover Road Intersection Signalizations Project #25-105 to Bodart Electric Service of De Pere, WI for $467,880.66
• Consideration of voluntary closure of the Park Street Railroad Crossing
• Approval of right-of-way plat and relocation order for the north segment of the Business 51 Reconstruction Project
• Approval of right-of-way plat and relocation order for the south segment of the Business 51 Reconstruction Project
• Director's Report on the 2024 Streets Improvement Project (Northside) – informational only

Personnel Committee

The Personnel Committee will discuss and possibly act on a request from Alderperson Guthrie to create a City Administrator position. This is the only substantive item on the agenda. The meeting will be held in person at the Community Room (933 Michigan Avenue) with a virtual option available.

• Request from Alderperson Guthrie: Discussion and possible action on the creation of a City Administrator position.

Deer Management Committee

The Deer Management Committee will review the 2024/2025 culling operations, set the tag limit for the 2025/2026 season, and discuss a possible extension of the culling contract with Scales and Tails Guide Service, LLC. They are also scheduled to approve minutes from the previous meeting.

• Review of 2024/2025 deer culling operations
• Setting deer culling tag limit for 2025/2026
• Possible extension of culling contract with Scales and Tails Guide Service, LLC
• Approval of Deer Management Committee minutes from March 6, 2024

Police and Fire Commission

The commission will discuss the employment of two police officers and the promotion of a firefighter/paramedic. The body will also consider a fundraiser donation for water rescue equipment.

• Conditional offers of employment for Alex Tadych and Marcus Sowa
• Appointment of Ethan Przybylski to Motor Pump Operator/Paramedic
• Fundraiser donation of $153.59 from Taco Johns for water rescue PFDs

Stevens Point Sustainability Commission

The Sustainability Commission will hear a presentation from the Director of Public Works on reducing greenhouse gases and climate change adaptations. Members will discuss goals for implementing City Ordinance 3.57 and plan commission topics for 2025.

• Presentation by Scott Beduhn on Public Works operations to reduce greenhouse gases
• Discussion on goals and objectives for City Ordinance 3.57
• Selection of a Commission Liaison to Green Tier Legacy Communities
• Identification of 2025 commission topics and presentations

Business Improvement District Board

The Downtown Business Improvement District Board will hold its regular monthly meeting, hearing updates from city staff, treasurer, and work groups. They will consider approving the February meeting minutes and discuss strategic planning for alley activation as well as assigning board member leads for event support. No major financial decisions or ordinances are on the agenda.

• Approve meeting minutes from February 4, 2025
• Alley activation strategic planning discussion
• Event support with board member lead discussion

City Plan Commission

The City Plan Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a proposed subdivision and review right-of-way plats for the Business 51 reconstruction project. The body will also discuss water use agreements with the Village of Park Ridge and a Zoning Code rewrite.

• Public hearing for preliminary subdivision plat review on parcel bounded by Hoover Road and Heffron Street (FFH Holdings, LLC)
• Right-of-way plat and relocation order for north segment Business 51 reconstruction project
• Right-of-way plat and relocation order for south segment Business 51 reconstruction project
• Proposed ordinance amendments to Chapter 13 and water use agreement with Village of Park Ridge
• Discussion of Zoning Code rewrite

Tourism Commission

The Tourism Commission will discuss and possibly act on a funding request from the Stevens Point Softball Association for a walk-in cooler/freezer upgrade at Zenoff Park. The commission will also review proposed room tax guidelines for conventions and training conferences. The meeting includes procedural items such as approval of December 2024 minutes.

• Funding request for Zenoff Park walk-in cooler/freezer upgrade by Stevens Point Softball Association
• Discussion of room tax guidelines for conventions and training conferences

Redevelopment Authority

The Stevens Point Redevelopment Authority will consider several actions, including approving the sale of 1700 Strongs Avenue and creating a Rental Improvement Loan Program. The board will also discuss updates to a lease for Municipal Lot #8 parking facilities, the future of Lot #8 parcels, and modifications to existing housing grant and loan programs. Minutes from the October 14, 2024 meeting will be approved, and reports on housing loans and the former Shopko site will be presented.

• Approval of minutes from the October 14, 2024 meeting
• Discussion and update on executed lease agreement for Municipal Lot #8 parking facilities with North Side Yard LLC
• Approval of sale of 1700 Strongs Ave.
• Approval of the creation of a Rental Improvement Loan Program
• Discussion on the future of Lot #8 parking lot, parcels 281240832200421 and 281240832200425

Common Council

The Common Council will review requests for rezoning and the sale of subdivision lots. The body is also considering a resolution to rewrite the Stevens Point Zoning Ordinance and various committee actions regarding city infrastructure and staffing.

• Request to rezone parcel bounded by Texas Avenue, Jefferson Street, and Pinecrest Avenue from B-4 Commercial to M-1 Light Industrial
• Resolution authorizing the rewrite of the Stevens Point Zoning Ordinance
• Request to list and sell 60 lots within the Forest Creek Subdivision
• Lease agreement for a portion of the building at 1466 Water Street to One Big Tent Inc.
• Detour agreement from WisDOT to use Highway 66 during summer 2026

Police and Fire Commission

The Stevens Point Police and Fire Commission will discuss and possibly approve a conditional offer of employment to Dolorosa Thomas as a police officer with a start date of February 17, 2025. The commission will also discuss moving forward with hiring new entry-level firefighter/paramedics. The meeting includes roll call and adjournment as procedural items.

• Conditional offer of employment to Dolorosa Thomas as police officer (start Feb 17)
• Discussion and possible action on hiring new entry-level firefighter/paramedics

Park Commission

The Park Commission will consider adopting the Forestry Department Management Plan presented by Wachtel Tree Science, Inc. They will also award the 2025‑2026 Emerald Ash Borer Treatment contract. Additional discussion includes updated master‑plan concept drawings for Goerke and Zenoff Parks and a report on the press box capital project.

• Adoption of the Stevens Point Forestry Department Management Plan
• Award of 2025 and 2026 Emerald Ash Borer Treatment contract
• Discussion of updated master‑plan concept drawings for Goerke Park
• Discussion of updated master‑plan concept drawings for Zenoff Park
• Director's report on press box capital project

Board of Water and Sewerage Commissioners

The Board of Water and Sewerage Commissioners will meet to review operational reports and department claims. The board will discuss and potentially take action on the 2025 Capital Operations and Maintenance Plan.

• 2025 Capital Operations and Maintenance Plan
• Approval of Department Claims
• Water Supply and Distribution Reports
• Sewage Treatment Operations Report
• Construction and Maintenance Report

Airport Commission

The Stevens Point Airport Commission will meet in person at 300 Bliss Avenue with a virtual option. The main agenda item is a discussion and possible action on the 2025 Capital Operations and Maintenance Plan presented by Joel Lemke. The commission will also consider approval of minutes and department claims, and receive a written/verbal report from Jason Draheim.

• Discussion and possible action on 2025 Capital Operations and Maintenance Plan
• Written/Verbal Report from Jason Draheim
• Approval of Department Claims
• Approval of Minutes

Public Policy and General Government

The Public Policy and General Government committee will discuss and possibly act on two Class B beer and liquor license applications for Elbow Room Bar and Sister's Corner Store, and a request to close a street for a Downtown Easter Egg Hunt. The meeting is hybrid in-person and virtual.

• Elbow Room Bar at 1321 Second Street – Class B Beer & Liquor License for period starting February 18, 2025
• Sister's Corner Store at 1221 Second Street – Class B Beer & Liquor License for period starting March 1, 2025
• Request to close streets for Downtown Easter Egg Hunt on April 19, 2025 (recurring event)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will discuss and possibly approve a lease agreement with One Big Tent Inc. for a portion of the building at 1466 Water Street. They will also consider setting lot prices for the Forest Creek Subdivision and approve claims paid. The meeting is held in person at the Community Room with a virtual Zoom option.

• Lease agreement with One Big Tent Inc. for a portion of 1466 Water Street
• Setting lot prices for the Forest Creek Subdivision
• Approval of claims paid

Personnel Committee

The Stevens Point Personnel Committee will meet to discuss certification pay for an Electrical Inspector and potential overlaps for three other positions. The meeting will be held in-person at the Community Room on 933 Michigan Avenue with a virtual option available.

• Discussion on certification pay for Electrical Inspector position
• Discussion on overlap for Assistant Assessor Position
• Discussion on overlap for Community Development Technician Position
• Discussion on overlap for Permit Technician Position
• Meeting held at Community Room, 933 Michigan Avenue

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will hear a director's report on Country Club Drive, Michigan Avenue Underpass, and Hoover Road intersection signalizations. Two action items are up for discussion and possible approval: amendments to Chapter 9, Sections 9.05 and 9.12 of city ordinances, and a detour agreement with WisDOT to use Hwy 66 during summer 2026.

• Consideration of ordinance amendments in Chapter 9, Sections 9.05 and 9.12
• Proposed detour agreement with WisDOT to utilize Hwy 66 for summer 2026
• Director's report on Country Club Drive
• Director's report on Michigan Avenue Underpass
• Director's report on Hoover Road Intersection Signalizations

Business Improvement District Board

The Downtown Business Improvement District Board will meet to review work group reports and city staff updates. The board will discuss planning for alley activation and the WEDC evaluation regarding the Main Street America Framework for Accreditation.

• Alley Activation Planning
• WEDC Evaluation - Main Street America Framework for Accreditation
• Work Group Reporting Discussion
• Approval of January 7, 2025 meeting minutes

City Plan Commission

The City Plan Commission will meet in person at the Community Room, 933 Michigan Avenue, with a Zoom option. The agenda includes a report of the January 6 meeting, a public hearing on a rezoning request for a parcel bounded by Texas Avenue, Jefferson Street, and Pinecrest Avenue, and a conceptual plat review for a subdivision on Hoover Road and Heffron Street. The commission will also consider authorizing a rewrite of the Stevens Point Zoning Ordinance and discuss updates to the Comprehensive Plan.

• Public hearing and action on rezoning request for parcel ID 281240833101949 from B-4 Commercial to M-1 Light Industrial
• Conceptual plat review request for subdivision on parcel ID 281230803140102 bounded by Hoover Road and Heffron Street
• Request to authorize rewrite of the Stevens Point Zoning Ordinance
• Discussion on Comprehensive Plan update
• Director's Report

Business Improvement District Board

The Business Park Business Improvement District Board will meet on January 31, 2025 at 9:00 AM at the Stevens Point Transit Center. Agenda includes discussion and possible action on a contract extension with Jay's Lawn Care & Snow Removal LLC and a discussion on flags in the business park. General reports from city staff, the executive director, board chair, and treasurer will also be given.

• Approval of contract extension with Jay's Lawn Care & Snow Removal LLC
• Discussion on flags in Business Park

Pedestrian and Bicycle Street Safety Commission

The Bicycle and Pedestrian Street Safety Commission will discuss a draft bicycle parking ordinance and review the 2024 bicycle and pedestrian count. Staff will provide updates on the SS4A Grant demonstration activities and the Bicycle Friendly Community designation. The meeting includes a report from the December 17, 2024 meeting.

• Discussion on a draft bicycle parking ordinance
• Review of the 2024 bicycle and pedestrian count
• Staff update on Demonstration Activities - SS4A Grant
• Staff update on Bicycle Friendly Community Designation
• Approval of December 17, 2024 meeting report

Historic Preservation and Design Review Commission

The Historic Preservation and Design Review Commission will consider a design request for a building on Clark Street. The body will also discuss a period of significance ordinance and the implementation of the city's historic preservation plan.

• Design review request from Terence Landowski for a window opening at 833 Clark Street
• Discussion on adopting a period of significance ordinance
• Discussion on implementing the Stevens Point Historic Preservation Plan

Stevens Point Sustainability Commission

The Stevens Point Sustainability Commission will hold its regular meeting on Jan. 21, 2025. Members will introduce themselves, elect a Chair and Secretary, receive a staff presentation on the commission's framework and goals, and discuss future meeting dates. No decisions on policies or contracts are on the agenda.

• Election of Chair and Secretary for the commission
• Staff presentation on the commission's framework and goals per ordinance
• Discussion of future meeting dates

Common Council

The Stevens Point Common Council will vote on several amendments to the city zoning code, including changes to household definitions and minimum lot sizes. It will also act on traffic‑related ordinance changes covering parking, signs, bicycles and referendum requirements. Additional items include a $71,241 per‑bus allocation for new transit buses, approval of a tree‑care contract, and closed‑session discussion of City Hall relocation.

• Ordinance amendment to Chapter 23, Section 23.04(2) – definition of ‘Household Entity’
• Ordinance amendment to Chapter 23, Section 23.02(1)(e)(4) – minimum lot area for R‑3 district
• Ordinance amendments to Chapter 9 – parking, signs, bicycles and motor bicycles
• Allocation of up to $71,241 per bus for variances, delivery and tooling for three new buses
• Closed session to discuss potential sites and negotiations for relocating City Hall

Business Improvement District Board

The Business Park Business Improvement District Board will discuss and possibly act on elections, a staffing structure agreement, role summaries for the Executive Director, Director Kivela, and Adam Kuhn, and approval to engage outside counsel from Anderson O'Brien. The meeting also includes staff updates and reports from the chair and treasurer.

• Discussion and possible action on Board elections
• Agreement on staffing structure for the BID
• Summary of roles: Executive Director, Director Kivela, and Adam Kuhn
• Approval to engage outside legal counsel from Anderson O'Brien

Board of Water and Sewerage Commissioners

The Board will consider an engagement letter with the consulting firm Baker Tilly. It will also discuss commission compensation, updates on the water supply system, the lateral line replacement fund, and the use of tower space for amateur radio. These items are for discussion and possible action.

• Engagement letter with Baker Tilly – presented by Joel Lemke
• Commission compensation – presented by Joel Lemke
• Water supply and distribution report – presented by Eric Southworth
• Update on lateral line replacement fund – presented by Joel Lemke
• Use of tower space on Bliss Avenue tower for local amateur radio – presented by Joel Lemke

Airport Commission

The Stevens Point Airport Commission will meet on January 13, 2025, to discuss and possibly approve an engagement letter with Baker Tilly for audit services. Commission members will also receive an update on five-year capital improvement plan projects from the Bureau of Aeronautics and hear a written or verbal report from Jason Draheim. The meeting will be held in person at 300 Bliss Avenue with a virtual option, though technology reliability is noted as uncertain.

• Discussion and possible action on engagement letter with Baker Tilly (Joel Lemke)
• Update on five-year CIP projects from the Bureau of Aeronautics (Joel Lemke)
• Written/verbal report from Jason Draheim
• Approval of department claims
• Approval of previous meeting minutes

Transit Commission

The Transportation Commission will meet to discuss department updates and financial reports. The body is considering the approval of specific funding allocations for bus procurement and professional services.

• Allocation of up to $71,241 per bus for variances, delivery, and spare/tooling costs for three buses
• Approval of services and terms in the Baker Tilly Engagement Letter for the Transportation Department
• Approval of December 2024 Financial/Claims Report

Public Policy and General Government

The committee will discuss and possibly vote on an ordinance amendment to Section 2.01 regarding meetings. They will also consider a request to close streets for the Point Bock Run on March 1, 2025, a recurring event. A quorum of the City Council may be present.

• Ordinance Amendment - Section 2.01: Meetings (discussion and possible action)
• Request to hold event/street closing: Point Bock Run on March 1, 2025 (recurring)

Common Council

The Common Council will consider and possibly act on an ordinance amendment to Section 2.01 of the municipal code regarding meetings. This is a special meeting with only one substantive agenda item. The agenda also notes that future meetings will be held in-person with a virtual option available.

• Ordinance Amendment – Section 2.01: Meetings

Personnel Committee

The Personnel Committee will receive a presentation from WCMA senior advisors on options for the city administrator position. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the item is listed for discussion and possible action but marked as presentation only.

• Presentation by WCMA senior advisors Dianne Robertson and Shawn Murphy on City Administrator options

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will receive a Director's Report on the Division and Church Streets Reconstruction Project, the 2025 Street Improvements Project on Washington Avenue, and the West Zinda Bridge. The board will then consider and potentially approve ordinance amendments to traffic code subsections on parking, signs and turning limitations, and bicycles.

• Director's Report on Division and Church Streets Reconstruction Project
• Director's Report on 2025 Street Improvements Project (Washington Avenue)
• Director's Report on West Zinda Bridge
• Discussion and possible action on ordinance amendments to Chapter 9 subsections 9.05, 9.06, and 9.12

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will discuss and possibly take action on an amendment to section 4.18 of the municipal code regarding the referendum requirement for transportation projects. The committee will also consider an agreement with Northside Yard to lease parking spaces in municipal lot 8, and authorize the Community Development Department to apply for the Great Lakes Environmental Justice Thriving Communities Grantmaking Program. Additionally, the committee will approve claims paid.

• Discussion of amendment to municipal code section 4.18 on referendum requirement for transportation projects
• Approval of agreement with Northside Yard to lease parking spaces in municipal parking lot 8
• Authorization for Community Development Department to apply for Great Lakes Environmental Justice Thriving Communities Grantmaking Program
• Approval of claims paid

Park Commission

The Board of Park Commissioners will meet to discuss forestry reports and winter sports updates. The commission is considering the approval of a 2025 tree care operations quote.

• Awarding the 2025 Tree Care Operations quote for the Stevens Point Forestry Department to Zblewski Brothers
• Winter sports area and ice rink updates
• Discussion of master plans scheduled for February return

Police and Fire Commission

The Police and Fire Commission will consider approving the permanent status of a probationary lieutenant and three probationary firefighters. The body will also hold a closed session to discuss an extension for a fire department employee's probation.

• Approval of Probationary Lieutenant Justin Klein to permanent status effective February 1, 2025
• Approval of Probationary Firefighter/Paramedics Connor Rowe, Emma Hynes, and Megan Meyer effective January 8, 2025
• Closed session to consider extension of probationary period for a fire department employee

Business Improvement District Board

The Downtown Business Improvement District Board will discuss and potentially act on routine items including approval of meeting minutes from December 2024, a rollover PTO request, and 2025 elections and subgroup lead allocation. The board will also consider a proposed change to the public comment policy and accreditation board engagement.

• Approve minutes from Dec 3 and Dec 17, 2024
• Rollover PTO request
• 2025 elections and subgroup lead allocation
• Change policy for public comment
• Accreditation board engagement

City Plan Commission

The City Plan Commission will hold public hearings to amend the zoning ordinance regarding household entity definitions and minimum lot area requirements in the R-3 district. The body will also consider an easement agreement and discuss a housing survey.

• Public hearing to amend definitions of 'Household Entity' and 'Household Entity Plus' in Chapter 23
• Public hearing to reduce R-3 district minimum lot areas for single-family dwellings (5,000 to 4,000 sq ft) and two-family dwellings (10,000 to 8,000 sq ft)
• Easement agreement with Wisconsin Public Service Corporation for parcel bounded by County Road HH and Badger Avenue
• Discussion on a housing survey