St. Francis public meetings in 2025
54 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole reviewed the Employee Policy Manual and its highlighted changes. A motion to approve the manual as amended was moved by Alderman Damon, seconded by Alderman Wattawa, and carried. The meeting was then adjourned.
- Approved amended Employee Policy Manual (motion carried)
- Adjourned the meeting (motion carried)
License Committee
The committee placed the December 2, 2025 meeting minutes on file. It approved a temporary Class B license for the Cavaliers Athletic Association to hold a Sheepshead Tournament on January 17, 2026 at 2601 East Morgan Avenue. The meeting was then adjourned.
- Approved placement of Dec 2, 2025 minutes on file (motion carried)
- Approved temporary Class B license for Cavaliers Athletic Association (motion carried)
- Adjourned meeting (motion carried)
Special Common Council
The council adopted the 2026 City of St. Francis Budget and Tax Levy (Resolution 2878). It also adopted the Anthem Blue Priority POS HAS as the 2026 Employee Health Plan (Resolution 2879). The mayor's appointment of Ray Klug to the St. Francis Library Board was approved.
- Adopted 2026 City Budget and Tax Levy (Resolution 2878)
- Adopted Anthem Blue Priority POS HAS as 2026 Employee Health Plan (Resolution 2879)
- Approved appointment of Ray Klug to St. Francis Library Board
Common Council
The Common Council approved the 2026 City of St. Francis budget of $12,681,932. It also approved a beverage operator’s license for Rebecca Varley, the collective bargaining agreement with International Association of Firefighters Local 2717, and a resolution on non‑represented employee wages. The council extended the lease at 2830 East Layton Avenue to April 30, 3036 and approved a 2‑to‑1 salary increase for the City Administrator for 2026. Additional actions included approving correspondence on election inspectors and moving to a closed session for a performance‑evaluation discussion.
- Adopted 2026 City of St. Francis Budget of $12,681,932 (motion carried)
- Approved Beverage Operator’s License for Rebecca Varley (motion carried)
- Approved Collective Bargaining Agreement with International Association of Firefighters Local 2717 (motion carried)
- Adopted Resolution No. 2877 on Non‑Represented Employee Wages and Salaries (motion carried)
- Extended lease at 2830 East Layton Avenue until April 30, 3036 (motion carried)
- Approved November 27, 2026 correspondence on Election Inspectors for 2026‑2027 (motion carried)
- Adjourned to closed session to discuss City Administrator performance evaluation (motion carried)
- Approved a 2‑to‑1 salary increase for the City Administrator for 2026 (motion carried)
License Committee
The committee placed the October 21, 2025 minutes on file. It voted to deny a Beverage Operator’s License for Evan Plennes because of a falsified application. It then approved a new Beverage Operator’s License for Rebecca Varley. The meeting was adjourned.
- Placed Oct. 21, 2025 minutes on file (motion carried)
- Denied Beverage Operator’s License for Evan Plennes (motion carried)
- Approved Beverage Operator’s License for Rebecca Varley (motion carried)
- Adjourned meeting (motion carried)
Common Council
The Common Council approved the 2026 health insurance plan with Anthem (Option #2). It also approved a variance for 4140 South Nevada Avenue concerning a parking lot curb and gutter. The council approved an agreement with the St. Francis School District for a School Resource Officer. All motions were carried and the meeting was adjourned.
- Approved consent agenda items (motion carried)
- Approved 2026 Health Insurance Plan with Anthem – Option #2 (motion carried)
- Approved variance application for 4140 South Nevada Avenue – Parking Lot Curb and Gutter (motion carried)
- Approved agreement between St. Francis School District and City for a School Resource Officer (motion carried)
- Adjourned meeting (motion carried)
Finance Committee
The committee placed on file the minutes of the November 4, 2025 Finance Committee meeting. It voted to recommend that the Common Council approve Anthem’s Option #2 HSA‑qualified health plan for 2026, noting there is no overall cost increase to the city. Both motions were carried.
- Placed on file minutes of Nov 4, 2025 meeting (motion carried)
- Recommended Anthem Option #2 health plan for 2026 to Common Council (motion carried)
- Adjourned the meeting (motion carried)
Common Council
The Common Council approved the consent agenda and several motions. It set a public hearing for the 2026 city budget on Dec. 2, 2025, approved the Police Chief’s wages and job description, and approved a zoning change for 1301 East Waterford Avenue with a special use permit. The council also directed the city labor attorney to attend Police and Fire Commission meetings during the hiring process. The meeting was adjourned at 7:23 p.m.
- Approved consent agenda (motion carried)
- Set public hearing for 2026 budget on Dec 2, 2025 (motion carried)
- Approved Police Chief wages as presented (motion carried)
- Approved Police Chief job description and directed labor attorney attendance (motion carried)
- Approved zoning change for 1301 East Waterford Ave to M-1 Limited Industrial with special use permit (motion carried)
- Adjourned meeting at 7:23 p.m. (motion carried)
Bargaining Committee
The committee placed the August 5, 2025 meeting minutes on file. It moved to a closed session to discuss the vacant Police Chief position, then reconvened in open session. The committee approved the Police Chief job description, the 2025 wage level, and required the city labor attorney to attend all Police and Fire Commission meetings until the position is filled. The meeting was then adjourned.
- Placed August 5, 2025 Bargaining Committee minutes on file (carried)
- Adjourned to closed session to discuss vacant Police Chief position (carried)
- Reopened session after closed session (carried)
- Approved Police Chief job description, 2025 wages, and labor attorney attendance at commission meetings (carried)
- Adjourned the meeting (carried)
Finance Committee
The committee placed the October 21, 2025 minutes on file. It referred the 2026 City of St. Francis budget to the Common Council for a public hearing on December 2, 2025. The Police Chief job description wages were updated to reflect 2025 rates. The meeting was then adjourned.
- Placed October 21, 2025 minutes on file (motion carried)
- Referred 2026 budget to Common Council for public hearing Dec 2, 2025 (motion carried)
- Adjusted Police Chief wages to 2025 levels (motion carried)
- Adjourned meeting (motion carried)
Celebrations Committee
The Celebrations Committee approved holding the 2025 Holiday Celebration on December 7, starting at 4:30 p.m., with a tree lighting and serving cookies and hot chocolate. The committee also placed the December 5, 2024 meeting minutes on file and then adjourned.
- Approved 2025 Holiday Celebration on Dec 7 at 4:30 p.m., tree lighting, cookies, hot chocolate (motion carried)
- Approved placement of Dec 5, 2024 Celebrations Committee minutes on file (motion carried)
- Approved adjournment of the meeting (motion carried)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission approved a change of zoning for 1301 East Waterford Avenue from M-1 Limited Industrial to M-1 Limited Industrial with a Special Use Permit for a contractor shop and yard. The approval is conditional on compliance with buffer‑zone, parking and paving requirements, which must be completed by June 1 2026. The commission also placed on file the minutes from the August 27, 2025 meeting. No other substantive actions were taken.
- Approved placement of August 27, 2025 minutes on file (motion carried)
- Approved zoning change and Special Use Permit for 1301 East Waterford Ave, subject to compliance (motion carried)
- Adjourned the meeting (motion carried)
Finance Committee
The committee placed the July 15, 2025 Finance minutes on file. It voted to refer the 2026 City Administrator’s Budget to the November 4, 2025 Finance meeting. The meeting was then adjourned.
- Placed July 15, 2025 Finance minutes on file (motion carried)
- Referred 2026 City Administrator’s Budget to Nov 4, 2025 Finance meeting (motion carried)
- Adjourned meeting (motion carried)
License Committee
The committee placed the October 7, 2025 meeting minutes on file. It recommended approval of a new beverage operator's license for applicant Anyon Rettinger. The meeting was then adjourned.
- Placed Oct. 7, 2025 minutes on file (motion carried)
- Recommended approval of new beverage operator's license for Anyon Rettinger (motion carried)
- Adjourned the meeting (motion carried)
Common Council
The Common Council approved the Consent Agenda items and a new beverage operator's license for Terri Cook. It adopted a preliminary resolution to levy special assessments for the 2025 Street Improvement Project (Resolution No. 2875). The council also tabled a discussion on City Hall facility use, joined the WisDOT TAP 2026‑2030 grant cycle, and adjourned the meeting.
- Approved all items on the Consent Agenda (motion carried)
- Approved new Beverage Operator’s License for Terri Cook (motion carried)
- Adopted Preliminary Resolution to levy special assessments for 2025 Street Improvement Project (motion carried, Resolution No. 2875)
- Tabled discussion on appropriate use of City Hall facilities (motion carried)
- Joined WisDOT TAP 2026‑2030 Grant Cycle (motion carried)
- Adjourned the meeting (motion carried)
License Committee
The License Committee placed the September 16, 2025 minutes on file. The committee recommended and approved a new Beverage Operator’s License for applicant Terri Cook. The meeting was then adjourned.
- Placed September 16, 2025 minutes on file (motion carried)
- Approved Beverage Operator’s License for Terri Cook (motion carried)
- Adjourned the meeting (motion carried)
Aesthetic Control Board
The Aesthetic Control Board approved the product specifications for the one‑story addition at 3257 South Lake Drive, including cream city brick, painted wood trim, and copper roofing. The board also approved placing the minutes from the April 15, 2025 meeting on file. Both motions were carried.
- Approved product specifications for 3257 South Lake Drive addition (motion carried)
- Approved placement of April 15, 2025 Aesthetic Control Board minutes on file (motion carried)
Board of Public Works
The Board placed the December 11, 2024 meeting minutes on file. It approved adding a $100,000 line item for a sidewalk repair program to the 2026 street‑improvement budget. The Board voted to forward the 2026 Street Improvement plan and the alley‑paving proposal to the Common Council, with a public‑information meeting for the alleys. The meeting was adjourned.
- Placed Dec 11 2024 minutes on file (motion carried)
- Approved $100,000 sidewalk program line item in 2026 budget (motion carried)
- Recommended presenting 2026 Street Improvement plan to Common Council (motion carried)
- Recommended presenting alley‑paving proposal to Common Council, pending public meeting (motion carried)
- Adjourned meeting (motion carried)
Common Council
The Common Council approved the consent agenda and a series of licenses and permits, including beverage operator licenses for Scott Fellows and James McLaughlin, a direct seller permit for Daniel Klysh, and temporary Class B licenses for two community events. The council adopted Resolution 2874 to approve the Detailed Planned Unit Development Plan for The Landing at Park Shore – A Wing, and passed Ordinance 1542 to conditionally rezone that area as a Planned Unit Development. Ordinance 1543 repealed and recreated sections of the city code governing council meetings, and the A‑Wing Development Agreement for 4100 S. Lake Drive was approved. The council referred a grant application to the next meeting and entered a closed session to discuss a development agreement for the Old City Hall site before adjourning.
- Approved consent agenda (motion carried)
- Approved Beverage Operator licenses for Scott Fellows and James McLaughlin (motion carried)
- Approved Direct Seller Permit for Daniel Klysh – Edward Jones Investments (motion carried)
- Approved temporary Class B licenses for 4th Annual Fall Food Truck Frenzy and Moretoberfest (motion carried)
- Adopted Resolution 2874 approving the Detailed Planned Unit Development Plan for The Landing at Park Shore – A Wing (motion carried)
- Adopted Ordinance 1542 conditionally rezoning The Landing at Park Shore condos as a Planned Unit Development (motion carried)
- Adopted Ordinance 1543 repealing and recreating sections 32‑2 and 32‑6 of the city code on council meetings (motion carried)
- Approved A‑Wing Development Agreement for 4100 S. Lake Drive (motion carried)
License Committee
The committee placed the September 2, 2025 minutes on file. It approved new beverage operator licenses for Scott Fellows and James McLaughlin. It approved a Direct Seller Permit for Daniel Klysh of Edward Jones Investments at 3546 East Sivyer Avenue. It also approved temporary Class B licenses for the 4th Annual Fall Food Truck Frenzy at Vretenar Memorial Park, 4230 South Kir kwood Avenue on Oct. 5, 2025, and for Moretoberfest at 2601 East Morgan Avenue on Oct. 4, 2025, then adjourned the meeting.
- Placed September 2 minutes on file (motion carried)
- Approved Beverage Operator License for Scott Fellows (motion carried)
- Approved Beverage Operator License for James McLaughlin (motion carried)
- Approved Direct Seller Permit for Daniel Klysh, Edward Jones Investments, 3546 East Sivyer Avenue (motion carried)
- Approved temporary Class B License for 4th Annual Fall Food Truck Frenzy, Rotary Club of Mitchell Field, Peter May, Vretenar Memorial Park, 4230 South Kir kwood Avenue, Oct 5 2025 (motion carried)
- Approved temporary Class B License for Moretoberfest, St. Thomas More Athletic Association, Katlyn Put ney, 2601 East Morgan Avenue, Oct 4 2025 (motion carried)
- Adjourned meeting (motion carried)
Park Commission
The Park Commission placed the May 28, 2025 minutes on file, approved a recommendation to hold the Annual Fall Food Truck Frenzy at Vretenar Memorial Park on October 5, 2025, and then adjourned the meeting.
- Placed on file the minutes of the May 28, 2025 meeting (motion carried)
- Recommended approval of the Annual Fall Food Truck Frenzy (motion carried)
- Adjourned the meeting (motion carried)
Common Council
The St. Francis Common Council approved a series of actions, including two new parking ordinances and several zoning changes. An ordinance establishing two‑hour parking limits on a segment of East Bolivar Avenue was adopted. The council also approved a special‑use zoning change for a drive‑through facility at 3737 South Kinnickinnic Avenue and other licensing items.
- Approved Consent Agenda items (motion carried)
- Approved temporary extension of premises for St. Francis Brewery, 3825 South Kinnickinnic Avenue (Sept 27‑28 & Oct 4‑5, Noon‑10 p.m.) (motion carried)
- Approved outdoor event license for St. Francis Brewery, 3825 South Kinnickinnic Avenue (same dates) (motion carried)
- Approved change of zoning – special use for 3737 South Kinnickinnic Avenue to allow a drive‑through facility (motion carried)
- Approved zoning change for “the Triangle Property” (Tax Key Numbers 543‑9996‑000, 543‑9997‑000, 543‑9998‑000) from B‑1 to Planned Unit Development for Cream City Real Estate Investments, LLC (motion carried)
- Adopted Ordinance No. 1540 creating Section 435‑(C)(13) establishing two‑hour parking limits on East Bolivar Avenue to Kansas Avenue (motion carried)
- Adopted Ordinance No. 1541 creating Section 435‑2(J) regulating parking of detached trailers on city streets (motion carried)
- Referred US Venture Transportation Energy Resilience Project PIDP Grant Application to the next council meeting (motion carried)
License Committee
The committee placed the August 19, 2025 minutes on file. It approved a temporary extension of premises for St. Francis Brewery at 3825 South Kinnickinnic Avenue for September 27‑28 and October 4‑5, noon to 10 p.m. It also approved an outdoor event license for the same dates, location, and hours. The meeting was then adjourned.
- Approved placement of August 19, 2025 minutes on file (motion carried)
- Approved temporary extension of premises for St. Francis Brewery, 3825 South Kinnickinnic Avenue (Sept 27‑28, Oct 4‑5, noon‑10 p.m.) (motion carried)
- Approved outdoor event license for St. Francis Brewery, 3825 South Kinnickinnic Avenue (Sept 27‑28, Oct 4‑5, noon‑10 p.m.) (motion carried)
- Adjourned meeting (motion carried)
Planning Commission
The commission approved the South Powerline Trail Study to be included in the 2026 Comprehensive Plan. It also recommended the special‑use application for a drive‑through at 3737 South Kinnickinnic Avenue and the rezoning of the Triangle Property to a Planned Unit Development, each with a request for a public hearing. The revised site plan for 4005 South Pennsylvania Avenue was referred to the City Engineer for further review. The meeting was then adjourned.
- Approved South Powerline Trail Study plan (motion carried)
- Recommended Special Use for 3737 South Kinnickinnic Ave drive‑through and request public hearing (motion carried, Tom Kiepczynski voted no)
- Referred revised site plan for 4005 South Pennsylvania Ave to City Engineer (motion carried)
- Recommended approval of rezoning to PUD for the Triangle Property and request public hearing (motion carried, Tom Kiepczynski voted no)
- Adjourned meeting (motion carried)
Council
The Common Council approved a new ordinance (No. 1539) that repeals and recreates the Use Table for Non‑Residential Districts under Section 455‑60. It also approved new beverage operator licenses, a temporary Class B license for St. Francis Days, and a special event permit for the St. Francis Days Parade. The council entered a closed session to negotiate development and sale agreements for city property.
- Approved Consent Agenda items (motion carried)
- Approved Beverage Operator’s License for Richard Hackl (motion carried)
- Approved Temporary Class “B” License for St. Francis Days, 4230 S. Kirkwood Ave. (motion carried)
- Adopted Ordinance No. 1539 to repeal and recreate the Use Table for Non‑Residential Districts (motion carried)
- Approved City Premium Summary – Property/Liability/Auto/Worker’s Comp (motion carried)
- Approved Special Event application for St. Francis Days Parade (motion carried)
- Adjourned into Closed Session to negotiate development and sales agreements (motion carried)
- Adjourned Closed Session (motion carried)
License Committee
The License Committee approved a new Beverage Operator’s License for applicant Richard Hackl. It also approved a temporary Class B license for the St. Francis Days event at 4230 S. Kirkwood Ave. The minutes from the August 5, 2025 meeting were placed on file, and the committee adjourned.
- Approved new Beverage Operator’s License for Richard Hackl
- Approved Temporary Class B License for St. Francis Days at 4230 S. Kirkwood Ave.
- Placed minutes of August 5, 2025 meeting on file
- Adjourned the meeting
Council
The Common Council approved several licenses, permits, and a staffing authorization. It adopted Resolution No. 2869 opposing the I‑794 Lake Interchange freeway removal alternative, with Alderman Damon voting no. Additional actions included a block‑party approval, consent to a county land‑rights assignment, and referral of a trail feasibility study to the Planning Commission.
- Approved new beverage operator licenses for Lauren Kocourek and Joseph McCullough
- Approved renewal of beverage operator license for Shilo Paredes
- Approved outdoor event permit for Faklandia (Nathan Fakler) at 3807 South Packard Ave on Aug 29, 2025, 10 am–10 pm
- Authorized City Administrator to fill Public Works Utility‑Equipment Operator position
- Adopted Resolution No. 2869 opposing the I‑794 Lake Interchange freeway removal alternative (Alderman Damon voted no)
- Approved Block Party/Street Closing for Trestle Creek Subdivision
- Approved City’s consent to Milwaukee County assignment of 4021 South Kinnickinnic Ave rights (Wis. Stat. §75.521)
- Referred South Powerline Urban Trail Feasibility Study to Planning Commission
Bargaining Committee
The committee approved the updated job description for the Public Works Utility‑Equipment Operator and filled the vacant position. The committee also approved placing the July 15, 2025 Bargaining Committee minutes on file. The meeting was adjourned.
- Approved filing of July 15, 2025 Bargaining Committee minutes (motion carried)
- Approved updated job description and filled vacant Public Works Utility‑Equipment Operator position (motion carried)
- Adjourned meeting (motion carried)
License Committee
The License Committee recommended and approved new Beverage Operator’s Licenses for Lauren Kocourek and Joseph McCullough. It also approved an outdoor event permit for Nathan Fakler of Faklandia at 3807 South Packard Avenue on August 29, 2025, and renewed the Beverage Operator’s License for Shilo Paredes. All motions were carried.
- Approved placement of July 15, 2025 minutes on file (motion carried)
- Approved new Beverage Operator’s Licenses for Lauren Kocourek and Joseph McCullough (motion carried)
- Approved outdoor event permit for Faklandia, Nathan Fakler, 3807 South Packard Avenue, Aug 29, 2025, 10 a.m.–10 p.m. (motion carried)
- Approved renewal of Beverage Operator’s License for Shilo Paredes (motion carried)
- Approved adjournment of the meeting (motion carried)
Common Council
The Common Council approved new beverage operator licenses for Connor Martin and Robert Willison, and renewals for Nicholas Lietzke and Scott Martin. It adopted a resolution declaring official intent to reimburse expenditures from borrowing proceeds. The council also authorized the City Administrator and City Attorney to finalize settlement language and execute the agreement for the City of St. Francis v. BRI 1, LLC case.
- Approved new Beverage Operator Licenses for Connor Martin and Robert Willison (motion carried)
- Approved Carnival License for Wenzel Amazements, LLC at Milt Vretenar Memorial Park (motion carried)
- Approved Beverage Operator License renewals for Nicholas Lietzke and Scott Martin (motion carried)
- Adopted Resolution Declaring Official Intent to Reimburse Expenditures from Proceeds of Borrowing (motion carried)
- Authorized City Administrator to post and advertise Public Works Utility Equipment/Operator position (motion carried)
- Approved TID #5 agreement for 3700 South Lake Drive and authorized Mayor and City Clerk to execute documents (motion carried)
- Authorized City Administrator and City Attorney to finalize settlement language for City of St. Francis v. BRI 1, LLC and execute the agreement (motion carried)
- Moved to adjourn into Closed Session for litigation strategy discussion (motion carried)
Finance Committee
The committee placed on file the minutes from the April 2, 2025 Finance Committee meeting. It also recommended adoption of a resolution declaring the city’s intent to reimburse expenditures using proceeds from borrowing for the 2025 street improvement project and a new fire truck. Both motions were carried.
- Placed on file the minutes of the April 2, 2025 Finance Committee meeting (motion carried)
- Recommended adoption of the Resolution Declaring Official Intent to Reimburse Expenditures from Proceeds of Borrowing (motion carried)
License Committee
The License Committee approved new beverage operator licenses for Connor Martin and Robert Willison. It also approved a carnival license for Wenzel Amazements, LLC to hold St. Francis Days on August 29‑31, 2025 at Milt Vretenar Memorial Park, 4320 South Kirkwood Avenue, conditioned on the city being listed as an additional insured. Renewals were approved for Nichols Lietzke and Scott Martin. The meeting was then adjourned.
- Placed July 1, 2025 License Committee minutes on file (approved)
- Approved new Beverage Operator Licenses for Connor Martin and Robert Willison (approved)
- Approved Carnival License for Wenzel Amazements, LLC for Aug 29‑31, 2025 at Milt Vretenar Memorial Park, 4320 South Kirkwood Avenue, contingent on city being listed as additional insured (approved)
- Approved Beverage Operator License renewals for Nichols Lietzke and Scott Martin (approved)
- Adjourned meeting (approved)
SPECIAL Common Council
The council voted to approve the third amendment to the development agreement for 3700 South Lake Drive, with the amendment pending review and approval by the City Attorney. A motion to adjourn the meeting was also carried. No other actions were taken.
- Approved third amendment to 3700 South Lake Drive development agreement (motion carried)
- Adjourned meeting (motion carried)
Common Council
The Common Council approved an ordinance to conditionally rezone the St. Francis DeSales Seminary property as a mixed‑use Planned Unit Development (Ordinance No. 1536). It also approved several permits and license renewals, adopted a resolution for the detailed PUD plan (Resolution No. 2868), and confirmed mayoral appointments to the Police and Fire Commission and the Planning Commission. The council moved to a closed session to discuss development and litigation matters, with the motion carried.
- Approved Ordinance to conditionally rezone St. Francis DeSales Seminary (Ordinance No. 1536)
- Approved Ordinance to repeal and recreate the Use Table for Non‑Residential Districts
- Approved Resolution approving the Detailed Planned Unit Development Plan for St. Francis DeSales Seminary (Resolution No. 2868)
- Approved Direct Sellers and Solicitors Permits for The Window Store – 2706 South 163rd St, New Berlin
- Approved Cigarette and Tobacco Products License renewal for TKSA Investment – Tobacco City, 30 46 East Layton Ave
- Approved Beverage Operator license renewals for Nicholas Janicki, Idalis Ramirez, Samantha Stuck and Gregg Sommers
- Approved Used Car Dealer License renewal for Airport Motors of St. Francis LLC – 1602 East Layton Ave
- Concurred with mayor’s appointments of Charles Buechel (Police and Fire Commission) and Rick Grubanowitch (Planning Commission)
License Committee
The committee placed the June 17 minutes on file. It recommended and approved a Direct Sellers and Solicitors Permit for The Window Store and More, a cigarette license for TKSA Investment, Inc., beverage operator license renewals for four individuals, and a used‑car dealer license for Airport Motors of St. Francis LLC. The meeting was then adjourned.
- Approved filing of June 17 minutes
- Approved Direct Sellers and Solicitors Permit for The Window Store and More (2706 South 163rd St)
- Approved cigarette license for TKSA Investment, Inc. (3046 East Layton Ave)
- Approved beverage operator license renewals for Nicholas Janicki, Idalis Ramirez, Samantha Struck, Gregg Sommers
- Approved used‑car dealer license for Airport Motors of St. Francis LLC (1602 East Layton Ave)
- Adjourned meeting
Common Council
The council approved the consent agenda and a series of license and permit renewals and new issuances. Two ordinances were adopted to repeal and recreate city code sections on right‑of‑way excavations and fences. The council placed the compliance maintenance report and a library program memo on file, and approved assistance for the 4th of July celebration. A closed‑session meeting was called to negotiate a development agreement for Parcel #543-9996-000.
- Approved consent agenda (motion carried)
- Approved new Beverage Operator licenses for Michael Iwanowski and Meaghan Naeve (motion carried)
- Approved Direct Sellers and Solicitors permits for Aptive Environmental, LLC (motion carried)
- Approved Amusement Device Supplier license renewal for Southern Novelty Company (motion carried)
- Approved Auto Salvage Dealer license renewal for St. Francis Auto Wreckers Inc. (motion carried)
- Adopted Ordinance No. 1534 to repeal and recreate right‑of‑way excavation code (motion carried)
- Adopted Ordinance No. 1535 to repeal and recreate fence regulation code (motion carried)
- Moved to closed session to negotiate development agreement for Parcel #543-9996-000 (ayes: Feirer, Brickner, Wattawa, Damon, Calderon, Fliss; motion carried)
Common Council Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole approved a motion to hold a public information meeting on August 13 about the Vretenar Park Master Plan. The meeting will be set during an off‑Council week. No other substantive actions were taken; the meeting was then adjourned.
- Approved public information meeting on Vretenar Park Master Plan for Aug 13 (motion carried)
- Adjourned meeting (motion carried)
License Committee
The committee approved a series of new and renewal licenses—including beverage operator licenses for Michael Iwanowski and Meaghan Naeve, a Direct Sellers and Solicitors Permit for Aptive Environmental, and various amusement, parking, and liquor licenses. It denied the Direct Sellers and Solicitors Permit for The Window Store and More because the application was falsified. All motions carried.
- Approved new Beverage Operator’s License for Michael Iwanowski
- Approved new Beverage Operator’s License for Meaghan Naeve
- Approved Direct Sellers and Solicitors Permit for Aptive Environmental, LLC
- Denied Direct Sellers and Solicitors Permit for The Window Store and More (falsification)
- Approved Amusement Device Supplier License renewal for Southern Novelty Company
- Approved Amusement Tags renewal for King Pins Tavern
- Approved Disabled On‑Street Parking Spaces for Christine M. Deel and Robin K. Johnson
- Approved Combination “Class A” Liquor/Class “A” Beer License renewals
Council
The St. Francis Common Council approved a series of permits and licenses, including a Direct Seller Permit, a mobile food unit, amusement device suppliers, beverage operator renewals, tobacco product licenses, and a used‑car dealer license. The council also approved the Planned Unit Development for 3257 S. Lake Drive, contingent on required surveys and engineer comments, and set a public hearing. An ordinance to conditionally rezone the Landing at Park Shore – A Wing (4100 S. Lake Drive) was referred to the June 17 meeting.
- Approved Direct Seller Permit for Daniel Klysh, Edward Jones Investments – 3546 East Sivyer Ave.
- Approved Mobile Food Unit license for Tree‑Ripe Fruit Co. (Sydney Langille) with listed staff.
- Approved Amusement Device Supplier Licenses for six vendors.
- Approved Beverage Operator license renewals as listed on the agenda.
- Approved Cigarette and Tobacco Products License for Ali, Awni A. – Tobacco City – 3046 E. Layton Ave.
- Approved Used Car Dealer License for United Motors LLC – Arif Abdiu – 4230 S. Kinnickinnic Ave.
- Approved Planned Unit Development for 3257 S. Lake Dr., pending plat, stormwater calculations, and engineer comments; public hearing to be set.
- Referred conditional rezoning ordinance for Landing at Park Shore – A Wing (4100 S. Lake Dr.) to the June 17 council meeting.
License Committee
The St. Francis License Committee approved a direct seller permit, a mobile food unit, several amusement device supplier licenses, beverage operator renewals, and a tobacco products license. It referred one used‑car dealer application to the next meeting and approved another used‑car dealer license despite one dissenting vote. The meeting was then adjourned.
- Approved Direct Seller Permit for Daniel Klysh, Edward Jones Investments – 3546 East Sivyer Avenue (motion carried)
- Approved Mobile Food Unit permit for Tree‑Ripe Fruit Co. – Sydney Langille (motion carried)
- Approved Amusement Device Supplier Licenses and tags for listed vendors (motion carried)
- Approved Beverage Operator’s License renewals (motion carried)
- Approved Cigarette and Tobacco Products License for Ali, Awni A. – Tobacco City – 3046 E. Layton Avenue (motion carried)
- Referred Used Car Dealer License for Airport Motors of St. Francis LLC – Blerim Terzija – 1602 E. Layton Avenue to June 17 agenda (motion carried)
- Approved Used Car Dealer License for United Motors LLC – Arif Abdiu – 4230 S. Kinnickinnic Avenue (motion carried; Alderman Brickner voted no)
- Adjourned the meeting (motion carried)
Park Commission
The commission filed the minutes from the September 26, 2024 meeting. It approved permitting food trucks in Vretenar Park for the second annual Food Trucks and Jazz event on June 8, 2025. The Vretenar Park Plan Study was sent to the Committee of the Whole for further discussion. The meeting was adjourned.
- Filed September 26, 2024 minutes – motion carried
- Approved food trucks for June 8, 2025 event – motion carried
- Sent Vretenar Park Plan Study to Committee of the Whole – motion carried
- Adjourned meeting – motion carried
Planning Commission
The commission voted to recommend the Common Council approve the Planned Unit Development for 3257 S. Lake Drive, contingent on the submission of a plat of survey, stormwater calculations, and satisfaction of the City Engineer’s comments. It also voted to recommend approval of the Detailed PUD for 4100 S. Lake Drive as presented. Both motions were carried.
- Recommend approval of 3257 S. Lake Drive PUD, contingent on missing survey plat and stormwater calculations (motion carried)
- Recommend approval of 4100 S. Lake Drive PUD as presented (motion carried)
- Place April 23, 2025 minutes on file (motion carried)
- Adjourn meeting (motion carried)
Common Council
The Common Council approved the items on the consent agenda. It granted a new beverage operator license to Peter May, an outdoor event permit for Faklandia at 3807 S. Packard Avenue on June 13, 2025, and a temporary Class B license for the 2nd Annual Food Truck & Jazz at Vretenar Memorial Park on June 8, 2025, subject to park‑commission approval. The council also adopted a resolution commending Kevin Hunter, confirmed committee appointments, and approved the use of the Triangle Property by La Finca Coffee House pending additional insurance. All motions were carried.
- Approved consent agenda items (motion carried)
- Approved new beverage operator license for Peter May (motion carried)
- Approved outdoor event permit for Faklandia, 3807 S. Packard Ave, June 13, 2025 (motion carried)
- Approved temporary Class B license for 2nd Annual Food Truck & Jazz at Vretenar Memorial Park, 4230 S. Kirkwood Ave, June 8, 2025, pending park commission approval (motion carried)
- Adopted Resolution No. 2867 commending Kevin Hunter (motion carried)
- Confirmed appointments to committees/commissions/boards as listed by the mayor (motion carried)
- Approved use of Triangle Property by La Finca Coffee House, subject to additional insurance (motion carried)
- Adjourned meeting (motion carried)
License Committee
The committee placed the May 6 meeting minutes on file. It recommended and approved a new Beverage Operator’s License for Peter May, an Outdoor Event Permit for Faklandia Brewing on June 13, and a Temporary Class “B” License for the 2nd Annual Food Trucks & Jazz at Vretenar Park, pending Park Commission approval. The meeting was adjourned at 6:49 p.m.
- Approved placement of May 6 minutes on file (motion carried)
- Approved Beverage Operator’s License – New for Peter May (motion carried)
- Approved Outdoor Event Permit for Faklandia Brewing, 3807 S. Packard Ave, June 13, 2025 (motion carried)
- Approved Temporary Class “B” License for 2nd Annual Food Trucks & Jazz, Vretenar Park, pending Park Commission approval (motion carried)
- Adjourned meeting at 6:49 p.m. (motion carried)
Common Council
The Common Council approved the consent agenda items and several licensing requests, including a new beverage operator license for Nicolette DeVeau and temporary Class B concert licenses for the Summer Concert Series at Vretenar Memorial Park. The council also accepted the Planning Commission’s recommendation for a Planned Unit Development at 3257 S. Lake Drive, setting a public hearing and amending the non‑residential use table to allow a monastery or rectory. Additionally, the council approved a $27,000 health reimbursement contribution for Kevin Hunter. All motions carried.
- Approved consent agenda items (motion carried)
- Approved new beverage operator license for Nicolette DeVeau (motion carried)
- Approved temporary Class B concert licenses for Summer Concert Series at Vretenar Memorial Park (motion carried)
- Accepted Planning Commission recommendation for PUD at 3257 S. Lake Drive, set public hearing and amended use table (motion carried)
- Approved $27,000 health reimbursement contribution for Kevin Hunter (motion carried)
- Adjourned meeting (motion carried)
License Committee
The committee placed the April 15 minutes on file. It recommended approval of a new beverage operator’s license for Nicolette DeVeau and temporary Class B concert licenses for the Summer Concert Series at Vretenar Memorial Park. No objections were received for chicken permit applications for Andrew Rich and Ryan Schmid, so those permits will be issued by the Building Inspector.
- Placed April 15 minutes on file (motion carried)
- Recommended approval of Beverage Operator’s License for Nicolette DeVeau (motion carried)
- Approved chicken permits for Andrew Rich (1929 East St. Francis Ave) and Ryan Schmid (2751 East Koenig Ave) – no objections (permits to be issued by Building Inspector)
- Recommended approval of temporary Class B concert licenses for Summer Concert Series at 4230 South Kirkwood Ave (motion carried)
- Adjourned meeting (motion carried)
Planning Commission
The commission placed the March 26, 2025 minutes on file. It recommended that the Common Council approve the initial Planned Unit Development application for 3257 S. Lake Drive and schedule a public hearing. It also recommended amending the non‑residential use table to allow monastery or rectory uses in Planned Unit Developments only. All motions were carried.
- Placed March 26, 2025 minutes on file (motion carried)
- Recommended Common Council approve initial PUD application at 3257 S. Lake Drive and set public hearing (motion carried)
- Recommended Common Council amend non‑residential use table to permit monastery or rectory use in PUDs only (motion carried)
- Adjourned meeting (motion carried)
Common Council
The council approved the consent agenda and several individual items, including a new beverage operator license for Juan Duran and an outdoor event permit for Faklandia Brewing. It adopted an ordinance to conditionally rezone 2121‑2131 East Howard Avenue as a residential planned unit development and approved the detailed PUD plan for the Parkway Square Condominiums. Additional approvals included a special event for USA Triathlon, the award of the 2025 street‑improvements contract, and a development agreement with Artic Howard Holdings LLC.
- Approved consent agenda items (motion carried)
- Approved Beverage Operator’s License for Juan Duran (motion carried)
- Approved Outdoor Event Permit for Faklandia Brewing, 3807 S. Packard Ave (motion carried)
- Adopted Ordinance to conditionally rezone 2121‑2131 East Howard Ave as residential PUD (Ordinance No. 1534, motion carried)
- Adopted Resolution approving detailed PUD plan for Parkway Square Condominiums (Resolution No. 2867, motion carried)
- Approved special event USA Triathlon, August 9, 2025 (motion carried)
- Approved award of contract for 2025 Street Improvements Base Bids with Alternates (motion carried)
- Approved Development Agreement with Artic Howard Holdings LLC (motion carried)
Aesthetic Control Board
The board approved the design plans for 4267 S. Packard Avenue, noting the project would improve the property and increase its value. The board also placed on file the minutes from the April 2, 2025 Aesthetic Control Board meeting. After these actions the meeting was adjourned.
- Approved plans for 4267 S. Packard Avenue (motion carried)
- Filed minutes of April 2, 2025 Aesthetic Control Board meeting (motion carried)
- Adjourned meeting (motion carried)
License Committee
The License Committee placed the April 4, 2025 minutes on file. It recommended and approved a new beverage operator’s license for Juan P. Duran. It also approved an outdoor event permit for Faklandia Brewing at 3807 S. Packard Ave on May 17, 2025, from 3:00 PM to 8:00 PM. The meeting was then adjourned.
- Placed April 4 minutes on file (motion carried)
- Approved Beverage Operator’s License for Juan P. Duran (motion carried)
- Approved Outdoor Event Permit for Faklandia Brewing, 3807 S. Packard Ave, May 17, 2025, 3:00‑8:00 PM (motion carried)
- Adjourned meeting (motion carried)
Common Council
The Common Council approved the 2025 sewer rates. It also approved new beverage operator licenses for five applicants and a tavern dance‑hall license for St. Francis Brewery. The council accepted the initial Planned Unit Development for 4100 South Lake Drive and scheduled a public hearing. Members voted to adjourn to a closed session to discuss the police chief’s compensation package.
- Approved 2025 sewer rates (motion carried)
- Approved beverage operator licenses for Kamen Klasinski, Shallece Peters‑Stewart, Moira Shaughnessy, Alyssa Simmons, and Coltrane Verban (motion carried)
- Approved tavern dance‑hall license for St. Francis Brewery – 3825 South Kinnickinnic Avenue, Dheren Steward, Agent (motion carried)
- Approved initial Planned Unit Development for 4100 South Lake Drive and scheduled public hearing (motion carried)
- Approved all items on the consent agenda (motion carried)
- Adjourned to closed session to consider police chief compensation package (6 ayes: Wattawa, Calderon, Brickner, Damon, Fliss, Feirer)
- Adjourned the meeting (motion carried)
Finance Committee
The committee approved placing on file the minutes from the December 19, 2024 Finance Committee meeting. After discussion, no action was taken on the MICS Spring Powe Wow 2025 sponsorship request. The committee recommended approval of the proposed 2025 sewer rates and adopted that recommendation. The meeting was then adjourned.
- Approved filing of Dec 19, 2024 Finance Committee minutes
- No action taken on MICS Spring Powe Wow 2025 sponsorship
- Approved recommendation of 2025 sewer rates
- Adjourned meeting
License Committee
The committee denied Alec Pullen’s Beverage Operator’s License because of a falsified application and his felony record. It approved new Beverage Operator’s Licenses for Kamen Klasinski, Sha llece Peters‑Stewart, Moira Shaughnessy, Alyssa Simmons and Coltrane Verban. The committee also recommended approval of a Tavern Dance Hall License for St. Francis Brewery at 3825 South Kinnickinnic Avenue. A motion to place the March 4 minutes on file was carried.
- Denied Alec Pullen Beverage Operator’s License (motion carried)
- Approved Beverage Operator’s Licenses for Kamen Klasinski, Sha llece Peters‑Stewart, Moira Shaughnessy, Alyssa Simmons and Coltrane Verban (motion carried)
- Approved Tavern Dance Hall License for St. Francis Brewery – 3825 South Kinnickinnic Avenue, Dheren Steward, Agen t. (motion carried)
- Placed March 4, 2025 License Committee minutes on file (motion carried)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission placed the January 22, 2025 minutes on file. It voted to recommend that the Common Council approve the initial amendment to the planned development for 4100 South Lake Drive. The meeting was then adjourned.
- Place Jan 22 2025 Planning Commission minutes on file (motion carried)
- Recommend Common Council approve initial amendment to Planned Development for 4100 South Lake Drive (motion carried)
- Adjourn meeting (motion carried)