Thiensville public meetings in 2022
57 substantive meetings from 2022, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Zoning Board of Appeals
The agenda consists of procedural boilerplate for a public hearing. No specific properties, applicants, or zoning requests are listed in the provided text.
Board of Trustees
The Board of Trustees will review agreements with the City of Mequon regarding water services for TIF#2 and vehicle usage. The board is also considering an ordinance to update the code following the merger of fire departments.
- Resolution No. 2022-19: Water Services Agreement with Mequon Water Utility for TIF#2
- Resolution No. 2022-18: Vehicle Usage Agreement with the City of Mequon
- Ordinance No. 2022-04: Conforming code to reflect merged fire departments
- Class A Beer License appointment for Maa Maalika Petroleum, Inc. at 246 South Main Street
- Acceptance of gifts from Mequon-Thiensville Community Foundation totaling $24,440 for a splash pad, police e-bikes, veterans memorial, and fossil dig
The Board approved a water services agreement with Mequon Water Utility for a water main extension estimated at $1.2 million. Other actions included approving a vehicle usage agreement and ordinance for merged fire departments. The Board also accepted several donations from the Mequon-Thiensville Community Foundation.
- Approved Resolution 2022-19 for Water Services Agreement with Mequon Water Utility for TIF#2 (Unanimous)
- Approved Resolution 2022-18 for Vehicle Usage Agreement with City of Mequon (Unanimous)
- Approved Ordinance 2022-04 to conform code for merged fire departments (Unanimous)
- Approved $251,235.58 in accounts payable for Nov 21 to Dec 16, 2022 (Unanimous)
- Approved Class 'A' License for Village BP, Maa Maalika Petroleum, Inc. (Unanimous)
- Accepted 2021 Thiensville Police Department Annual Report (Unanimous)
- Accepted $24,440 in total gifts from Mequon-Thiensville Community Foundation (Unanimous)
- Approved Consent Agenda (Unanimous)
Plan Commission
The Plan Commission will review and take action on two specific property requests. The meeting includes a review of a window decal sign and a modification to pool fence requirements.
- Sign Plan Approval for Vinyl Window Decal Sign at 161 Green Bay Road (ALME Design Co.)
- Pool Fence Requirement Modification for 400 Susan Lane (Dale Borowiak)
The Plan Commission approved a vinyl window decal sign for ALME Design Co. A request to use an automated pool cover instead of a fence at 400 Susan Lane was denied.
- Approved November 15, 2022 Minutes (Unanimous)
- Approved vinyl window decal sign for ALME Design Co. at 161 Green Bay Road (Unanimous)
- Denied pool fence requirement modification for Dale Borowiak at 400 Susan Lane (3-4)
Historic Preservation Commission
The Historic Preservation Commission will review and take action on a Certificate of Appropriateness for a vinyl decal sign. The meeting also includes the approval of previous minutes.
- Certificate of Appropriateness for a vinyl decal sign at 161 Green Bay Road (ALME Design Co)
The Historic Preservation Commission approved a Certificate of Appropriateness for a vinyl decal window sign at 161 Green Bay Road. Staff also reported the approval of a projecting sign for Fiddleheads.
- Approved November 1, 2022 Minutes (Unanimous)
- Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for vinyl decal sign at 161 Green Bay Road (Unanimous)
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole will review several monetary gifts from the Mequon-Thiensville Community Foundation and a code ordinance regarding merged fire departments. The body will also discuss policies for garbage trucks, sidewalks, and feather banners.
- Review of $10,000 gift for Thiensville Village Park Reimagined Splash Pad
- Review of $8,340 gift for Thiensville Police Department e-bikes, helmets, and training
- Review of $5,100 gift for Veterans Memorial in Molyneaux Park
- Review of $1,000 gift for Concrete Fossil Dig T-Rex Bones in Village Park
- Ordinance No. 2022-04 to reflect merged fire departments
The Committee of the Whole recommended several grants for a splash pad, police e-bikes, and memorials, and approved a new beer license. They also recommended an ordinance to reflect merged fire departments and discussed updates to garbage and sidewalk policies.
- Recommended accepting $10,000 for Village Park Splash Pad (Unanimous)
- Recommended accepting $8,340 for Police Department e-bikes and training (Unanimous)
- Recommended accepting $5,100 for Molyneaux Park Veterans Memorial (Unanimous)
- Recommended accepting $1,000 for Village Park Concrete Fossil Dig (Unanimous)
- Recommended approval of Ordinance No. 2022-04 regarding merged fire departments (Unanimous)
- Recommended approval of Class 'A' Beer License for Village BP (Unanimous)
- Supported not charging residents for first garbage cart, but charging for a second
- Supported Village-funded sidewalk repairs while homeowners remain responsible for curbs and driveways
Board of Trustees
The Board of Trustees is meeting to review and take action on a single business application. The session is a special meeting focused on licensing.
- Cigarette License application for Village BP, Maa Maalika Petroleum, Inc., 246 South Main Street
The Board of Trustees reviewed and approved a cigarette license application for a new business owner at 246 South Main Street. The meeting was a special session that lasted seven minutes.
- Approved Cigarette License for Village BP, Maa Maalika Petroleum, Inc. at 246 South Main Street (Unanimous)
Southern Ozaukee Fire & EMS Board
The board will swear in the Fire Chief and discuss merger action items to be completed by January 1, 2023. Members are reviewing several inter-governmental agreements and the 2023 work plan.
- Paramedic Intercept Agreement with the City of Cedarburg Fire Department
- Subrecipient Agreement between Ozaukee County and SOFD
- Vehicle Usage Agreement between City of Mequon, Village of Thiensville, and SOFD
- Registration process and fee for mobile kitchens
- Letter of Engagement for attorney services
The Board swore in David Bialk as Fire Chief effective January 1, 2023. Members approved a new paramedic intercept agreement with Cedarburg, a vehicle usage agreement, and a $20 annual registration fee for mobile kitchens.
- Swore in David Bialk as Fire Chief for term beginning January 1, 2023
- Approved 2023 Meeting Schedule (Unanimous)
- Approved Letter of Engagement for attorney services with Wesolowski, Reidenbach & Sajdak, S.C. (Unanimous)
- Approved Subrecipient Agreement between Ozaukee County and SOFD for ARPA Grant funds (Unanimous)
- Authorized Paramedic Intercept Services Agreement with Cedarburg Fire Department (Unanimous)
- Approved SOFD Logo with specific placement of date and name (Unanimous)
- Approved $20 annual registration fee for mobile kitchens (Unanimous)
- Approved Vehicle Usage Agreement between City of Mequon, Village of Thiensville, and SOFD (Unanimous)
General
The Board of Trustees will review and take action on the 2023 budget, tax levy, and sewer utility budget. The meeting includes decisions on employee salaries and a municipal court agreement.
- Resolution No. 2022-17 Adopting the 2023 Budget and Establishing the 2022 Tax Levy and Rate
- Resolution No. 2022-15 Adopting the 2023 Sewer Utility Budget
- Resolution No. 2022-16 Fixing Salaries for Village Employees and Elected Officials
- Acceptance of EMS Flex Grant in the amount of $65,120.00
- New Operator's License for Walgreens at 278 North Main Street
The Board of Trustees approved the 2023 general and sewer utility budgets, as well as employee salaries for 2023. The board also accepted a $65,120 EMS Flex Grant and approved the final plat for Two Hundred Green.
- Approved 2023 Budget and 2022 Tax Levy and Rate (Resolution No. 2022-17) (Unanimous)
- Approved 2023 Sewer Utility Budget (Resolution No. 2022-15) (Unanimous)
- Approved 2023 salaries for Village employees and elected officials (Resolution No. 2022-16) (Unanimous)
- Accepted EMS Flex Grant of $65,120.00 (Unanimous)
- Approved Final Plat for Two Hundred Green (Unanimous)
- Approved Accounts Payable of $623,264.56 (Unanimous)
- Approved new Operator's License for Walgreens (Jonah Vernon Stoehr) (Unanimous)
- Approved 15th Amendment Agreement for Mid-Moraine Municipal Court and its 2023 budget (Unanimous)
Plan Commission
The Plan Commission will review and take action on several site-specific requests. These include a sign plan for a childcare center and a request to extend a temporary tent deadline for a restaurant.
- Sign Plan for jovie childcare reimagined at 250 South Main Street
- Shed request for 221 West Alta Loma Circle
- Modification of Fence Requirement for Pool at 400 Susan Lane
- Request from Daily Taco + Cantina at 105 West Freistadt Road to extend temporary tent deadline to May 2023
The Plan Commission approved a new sign for jovie childcare reimagined and a steel shed for a residence on West Alta Loma Circle. A request to extend the temporary tent deadline for Daily Taco + Cantina was denied.
- Approved October 11, 2022 minutes (Unanimous)
- Approved sign plan for jovie childcare reimagined at 250 South Main Street (Unanimous)
- Approved steel shed for Anthony Behrens at 221 West Alta Loma Circle (Unanimous)
- Denied extension of temporary tent deadline until May 2023 for Daily Taco + Cantina (3-4)
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole will conduct a public hearing for input on the 2023 Village budget. The body will review and make recommendations on several 2023 budgets, tax levies, and employee salaries.
- Public hearing for the 2023 Village of Thiensville Budget
- Resolution No. 2022-17 Adopting the 2023 Budget and Establishing the 2022 Tax Levy and Rate
- Resolution No. 2022-15 Adopting the 2023 Sewer Utility Budget
- Resolution No. 2022-16 Fixing Salaries for Village Employees and Elected Officials
- New Operator's License for Walgreens at 278 North Main Street
The Committee of the Whole held a public hearing and recommended the 2023 Village budget, including a property tax levy of $2,404,997. They also recommended approval of the 2023 sewer utility budget and employee salaries. Other recommendations included a final plat for Two Hundred Green and a new operator's license.
- Recommended approval of 2023 Budget and 2022 Tax Levy of $2,404,997 (Unanimous)
- Recommended approval of 2023 Sewer Utility Budget with $1.00 quarterly residential rate increase (Unanimous)
- Recommended approval of Resolution No. 2022-16 fixing employee and official salaries (Unanimous)
- Recommended approval of Fifteenth Amended Agreement for Mid-Moraine Municipal Court (Unanimous)
- Recommended acceptance of 2023 Mid-Moraine Municipal Court Budget (Unanimous)
- Recommended approval of Final Plat, Two Hundred Green (Unanimous)
- Recommended approval of New Operator's License for Jonah Vernon Stoehr at Walgreens (Unanimous)
- Recommended acceptance of $140.00 in gifts to the Thiensville Fire Department (Unanimous)
Historic Preservation Commission
The Historic Preservation Commission will review several requests for certificates of appropriateness. The body will discuss a historic plaque and the razing of a house and garage.
- Historic Plaque for Emily Reyes, Frank Oil Co., 185 South Main Street
- Certificate of Appropriateness to raze house and two-car garage at 127 South Main Street (Michael Koepke)
- Certificate of Appropriateness for garage door and entry door at 193 Green Bay Road (Melanie Devorkin)
- Update on Wisconsin Historical Society 2022 Local History & Historic Preservation Conference
The Commission approved a Certificate of Appropriateness for a garage and entry door at 193 Green Bay Road. A request to raze structures at 127 South Main Street was withdrawn pending more detailed building plans. The Commission also reviewed proposed language for a historic plaque at 185 South Main Street.
- Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for white garage door and entry door with black accents at 193 Green Bay Road (Unanimous)
- Approved amended October 4, 2022, minutes (Unanimous)
- Withdrew motion to approve razing of house and two-car garage at 127 South Main Street
Southern Ozaukee Fire & EMS Board
The board will discuss the 2023 SOFD budget adoption by the City of Mequon and Village of Thiensville. Members will also review merger action items to be completed by January 1, 2023, and staffing updates. The meeting includes approvals for a labor attorney engagement letter and a dispatch agreement.
- 2023 SOFD Budget Adoption by City of Mequon and Village of Thiensville
- Letter of Engagement for Labor Attorney Services
- Ozaukee County Dispatch Agreement
- Department of Health Flexgrant Award
- Merger action items for completion by January 1, 2023
The Board approved a new dispatch agreement with Ozaukee County and engaged von Briesen & Roper, S.C. for labor attorney services. The Board also noted the receipt of a $202,000 Department of Health Flexgrant for equipment and supplies.
- Approved September 21, 2022 minutes (Unanimous)
- Approved Letter of Engagement for Labor Attorney Services with von Briesen & Roper, S.C. (Unanimous)
- Approved Ozaukee County Dispatch Agreement to begin January 1, 2023 (Unanimous)
General
The Board of Trustees will consider the 2023 Village fee schedule and the Southern Ozaukee Fire & EMS 2023 budget. The meeting includes appointments to the Zoning Board of Appeals and a potential RFP for a bike study.
- Resolution No. 2022-13: Approving the 2023 Fee Schedule for the Village of Thiensville
- Review and action on Southern Ozaukee Fire & EMS 2023 Budget
- Ordinance No. 2022-03: Clarifying the frequency of fire inspections
- Possible approval of an RFP for a Bike Study via the Joint Mequon-Thiensville Bike & Pedestrian Way Commission
- Acceptance of gifts including $1,879.92 for police first aid kits and $1,281.00 for National Night Out
The Thiensville Board of Trustees unanimously approved the Southern Ozaukee Fire & EMS 2023 budget, the 2023 village fee schedule, and appointments to the Zoning Board of Appeals. They also accepted a donation of baseball field dugout shade structures from the Mequon-Thiensville Little League and authorized pursuing a request for proposals for a joint bike study with Mequon.
- Approved Southern Ozaukee Fire & EMS 2023 budget via Resolution 2022-14 (unanimous)
- Approved Ordinance 2022-03 clarifying frequency of fire inspections (unanimous)
- Approved 2023 Fee Schedule for the Village via Resolution 2022-13 (unanimous)
- Accepted donation of baseball field dugout shade structures from Mequon-Thiensville Little League (unanimous)
- Approved pursuing an RFP for a joint bike study with Mequon (unanimous)
- Approved appointments to Zoning Board of Appeals for six members (unanimous)
- Approved accounts payable of $146,577.34 (unanimous)
- Accepted gifts totaling $3,490.92 to police and fire departments (unanimous)
Plan Commission
The Plan Commission will consider two specific property requests. The body will decide on a deadline extension for a temporary tent and a modification to fence requirements for an in-ground pool.
- Request from Daily Taco + Cantina (105 West Freistadt Road) to extend temporary tent removal deadline from October 31, 2022, to May 2023
- Request from Dale Borowiak (400 Susan Lane) regarding fence requirement modification for an in-ground pool
The Plan Commission approved Dale Borowiak's in-ground pool at 400 Susan Lane with a standard fence, after a motion to waive the fence requirement in favor of a retractable cover failed on a 3-3 tie. The Commission also approved a tent extension for Daily Taco + Cantina until May 2023 on a 3-3 vote, but the chair said the tent can stay until the full Commission revisits. Minutes from September 13, 2022 were approved unanimously.
- Approved September 13, 2022 minutes unanimously.
- Approved Daily Taco + Cantina's request to extend the temporary tent removal deadline from October 31, 2022 to May 2023 (3-3 vote; chair announced the tent may remain until full Commission considers the matter).
- Denied motion to waive the 4-foot fence requirement for Dale Borowiak's in-ground pool at 400 Susan Lane (3-3 tie).
- Approved Dale Borowiak's in-ground pool at 400 Susan Lane with standard fence ordinance requirements (unanimous).
Historic Preservation Commission
The Historic Preservation Commission is reviewing Certificates of Appropriateness for property modifications and demolitions. The body will also discuss the installation of a historic plaque.
- Certificate of Appropriateness for new railings at 106-108 Green Bay Road
- Certificate of Appropriateness to raze house and two-car garage at 127 South Main Street
- Certificate of Appropriateness for awnings and multi-tenant sign plan at 193 Green Bay Road
- Discussion and possible action regarding a historic plaque for Frank Oil Co. at 185 South Main Street
The Thiensville Historic Preservation Commission approved three Certificates of Appropriateness: new aluminum railings at 106-108 Green Bay Road, awnings and a multi-tenant sign for Curated Home Decor at 193 Green Bay Road. A request to raze a house and garage at 127 South Main Street was discussed but no action taken. The commission also reviewed wording for a historic plaque for Frank Oil Co. at 185 South Main Street.
- Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for new aluminum railings at 106-108 Green Bay Road (unanimous)
- Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for awnings at 193 Green Bay Road for Curated Home Decor (unanimous)
- Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for multi-tenant sign plan at 193 Green Bay Road (unanimous)
- No action taken on Certificate of Appropriateness to raze house and garage at 127 South Main Street
General
The Village Board is meeting to review and discuss the proposed 2023 budget. Presentations will be provided by the Administrator, the Police Chief, and the Director of Community Services/Public Works.
- Review of the proposed year 2023 budget
- Police Department budget discussion
- Department of Community Services/Public Works budget discussion
The Village Board held a budget work session to review the proposed 2023 budget, including a $2,404,997 levy limit (a $16,830 increase) and a recommended 5% salary increase. No formal votes were taken on the budget; the Board agreed with recommended capital items as presented. The public hearing notice is set for October 13, 2022.
- Agreed with recommended capital items for 2023 budget (no formal vote recorded)
- Set public hearing notice for October 13, 2022
- Recessed for Committee of the Whole (unanimous)
- Reconvened budget work session (unanimous)
- Adjourned meeting (unanimous)
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole will review the 2022 Fund Balance Report and the 2023 fee schedule. Members will also consider recommendations for the Southern Ozaukee Fire & EMS 2023 Budget and an ordinance regarding fire inspection frequency.
- Resolution 2022-13: 2023 Fee Schedule for the Village of Thiensville
- Southern Ozaukee Fire & EMS 2023 Budget review
- Ordinance 2022-03: Clarifying the frequency of fire inspections
- Gift of $1,879.92 from Thiensville Fire Department Corp. to Police Department for First Aid Kits
- Cash donations of $1,281.00 for National Night
The Committee of the Whole unanimously recommended approval of the Southern Ozaukee Fire & EMS 2023 Budget (about $3.5M), Ordinance 2022-03 clarifying fire inspections to a minimum of once per year, and Resolution 2022-13 adopting the 2023 Fee Schedule with increases for assessment sewer requests and cigarette licenses. The Committee also accepted gifts totaling $3,160.92 for police first aid kits and National Night Out. The estimated 2022 fund balance of $3,207 exceeds both required reserves.
- Recommended approval of Southern Ozaukee Fire & EMS 2023 Budget (~$3.5M) (unanimous)
- Recommended approval of Ordinance 2022-03 clarifying fire inspections to minimum once per year (unanimous)
- Recommended approval of Resolution 2022-13 adopting 2023 Fee Schedule (unanimous)
- Accepted $1,879.92 gift from Thiensville Fire Dept. Corp. for police first aid kits (unanimous)
- Accepted $1,281.00 cash donation for National Night Out (unanimous)
- Adjourned to closed session at 6:28 PM for personnel and property matters (unanimous)
Board of Trustees
The Board of Trustees will hold public hearings and vote on changing the land use and zoning of 500 Lake Bluff Road from single-family to multi-family residential. The board will also review liquor licenses for upcoming events and a street closing for a 5K run.
- Public hearing and vote to rezone 500 Lake Bluff Road from R-1 Single-Family to R-4 Multiple-Family Residence District
- Review of Temporary Class B Beer and Class B Wine Licenses for Applefest and a food truck event at Village Park
- Street closing application for Junior Woman's Club 5K Turkey Trot on November 24, 2022
- Appointment of George Coulter to the Zoning Board of Appeals
- Acceptance of gifts including $13,000 from Robert Blazich and $2,500 from Gathering on the Green, Inc. for Music in the Park
The Board of Trustees unanimously approved a resolution and ordinance to change the land use designation and zoning of 500 Lake Bluff Road from single-family to multi-family residential, following public hearings. The Board also approved accounts payable, temporary liquor licenses, a parade application, a citizen appointment, and accepted several gifts.
- Approved Resolution No. 2022-12 amending the Comprehensive Land Use Plan for 500 Lake Bluff Road to multi-family residential (unanimous)
- Approved Ordinance No. 2022-02 rezoning 500 Lake Bluff Road from R-1 to R-4 (unanimous)
- Approved accounts payable of $712,693.30 for Aug 15-Sep 23, 2022 (unanimous)
- Approved amended temporary beer/wine licenses for Lions Club Applefest and Business Association Food Truck event (unanimous)
- Approved Junior Woman's Club 5K Turkey Trot parade/street closing application (unanimous)
- Appointed George Coulter to Zoning Board of Appeals for 3-year term (unanimous)
- Accepted gifts totaling $16,730 for Fire Department, Music in the Park, and Splash Pad (unanimous)
Plan Commission
The Plan Commission will review several sign code waivers and monument sign applications. The body will also act on two new single-family home projects and discuss a proposal to amend the Sign Code regarding feather and flag banners.
- Sign Code Waiver and Sign Plan for Boz's Clozet at 229 South Main Street
- Free-Standing Monument Sign for Curated Home Decor at 193 Green Bay Road
- Free-Standing Monument Sign for Thiensville Professional Park at 210-216 Green Bay Road
- New Single-Family Homes at Lot 2, 104 North Orchard Street and Lot 3, 106 North Orchard Street
- Proposed Sign Code amendment to regulate feather and flag banners
The Thiensville Plan Commission approved two new single-family homes at 104 and 106 North Orchard Street, a sign waiver for Boz's Clozet, and two new monument signs. A proposed amendment to regulate feather banners was tabled for further discussion at the next meeting.
- Approved new single-family home at 104 North Orchard Street (unanimous)
- Approved new single-family home at 106 North Orchard Street (unanimous)
- Approved Sign Code Waiver and Sign Plan for Boz's Clozet at 229 South Main Street (5-1-1)
- Approved free-standing monument sign for Curated Home Decor at 193 Green Bay Road, contingent on Historic Preservation Commission approval (unanimous)
- Approved free-standing monument sign for Thiensville Professional Park at 210-216 Green Bay Road (unanimous)
- Tabled discussion on amending Sign Code to regulate feather and flag banners
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole will review capital expenditures and discuss policies regarding sidewalks and pickleball. Members will also consider a liquor license amendment for the Thiensville-Mequon Lions Club and a rezoning request for a property on Lake Bluff Road.
- Rezoning request for 500 Lake Bluff Road from R-1 Single-Family to R-4 Multiple-Family Residence District
- Amended Temporary Class B Beer and Class B Wine License for Thiensville-Mequon Lions Club for Applefest
- Gift of $13,000.00 from Robert Blazich for Music in the Park
- Gift of $2,500.00 from Gathering on the Green, Inc. for Music in the Park
- Gift of $220.00 to the Thiensville Fire Department from the Depies Family
The Committee of the Whole unanimously recommended approving $55,900 in capital expenditures, including $26,000 for Village Park lights, $12,000 for sidewalk maintenance, and smaller amounts for Emerald Ash Borer treatment, Pigeon Creek maintenance, and barricades. The committee also unanimously recommended approving an amended temporary beer and wine license for the Thiensville-Mequon Lions Club's Applefest event and accepting three gifts totaling $15,720. Discussions were held on Village Park parking, pickleball courts, and sidewalk policy, but no decisions were made on these items.
- Recommended $55,900 in capital expenditures (unanimous)
- Recommended amended temporary beer/wine license for Lions Club Applefest (unanimous)
- Recommended accepting gifts: $220 (Fire Dept), $13,000 and $2,500 (Music in the Park) (unanimous)
- Adjourned to closed session to discuss public fund investment (unanimous)
Historic Preservation Commission
The Historic Preservation Commission will consider a Certificate of Appropriateness for a multi-tenant sign plan and awnings at 193 Green Bay Road. Members will also discuss the location for a historic plaque and an upcoming history conference.
- Certificate of Appropriateness for awnings and multi-tenant sign plan at 193 Green Bay Road
- Selection of location for a historic plaque
- Discussion of Wisconsin Historical Society 2022 Local History & Historic Preservation Conference
The commission tabled a Certificate of Appropriateness for awnings and a multi-tenant sign at 193 Green Bay Road because the applicant was absent. They also discussed selecting a historic plaque location, settling on 185 South Main Street (former Frank Oil building), and will finalize plaque text in October. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Tabled Certificate of Appropriateness for awnings and sign at 193 Green Bay Road to October 4, 2022
- Approved July 5, 2022 minutes unanimously
- Discussed selecting 185 South Main Street for next historic plaque; no formal vote taken
General
The Joint Review Board is meeting to review the annual PE-300 report regarding the performance and status of the Village's active Tax Incremental District. The board will consider a resolution acknowledging the filing of this report and compliance with annual meeting requirements.
- Review of Annual PE-300 Report for active Tax Incremental District
- Resolution acknowledging filing of annual report
- Appointments of Chairperson and Public member as needed
The Joint Review Board reviewed the annual PE-300 report for Tax Incremental District No. 2, a blighted district created in 2020 with a base value of $13,053,400 and projected closure in 2044. The board unanimously approved a resolution acknowledging the filing of the annual report and compliance with the annual meeting requirement. Rob Holyoke was elected chairperson, and John Treffert was appointed as the citizen member.
- Elected Rob Holyoke as Chairperson of the Joint Review Board.
- Appointed John Treffert as the citizen member to the Joint Review Board.
- Reviewed the annual PE-300 report for Tax Incremental District No. 2, a blighted district created September 21, 2020.
- Noted the TID's base value of $13,053,400, increment value of $502,500, and 2021 year-end fund balance of $426,323.
- Projected TID closure in 2044 with $19,519,005 in total revenue over its life.
- Approved Resolution Acknowledging Filing of Annual Report and Compliance with Annual Meeting Requirement (motion carried unanimously).
- Adjourned the meeting at 1:11 PM (motion carried unanimously).
General
The Board of Trustees will review actions regarding a property purchase at 115 West Freistadt Road and a memorandum of understanding for the reconstruction of the cheel restaurant. The meeting also includes decisions on operator's licenses and the termination of a billing service contract.
- Authorization to extend an offer to purchase 115 West Freistadt Road
- Resolution No. 2022-11 regarding the reconstruction of the cheel restaurant
- Resolution No. 2022-10 to terminate service with 3 Rivers Billing
- New operator's licenses for Remington's River Inn at 130 South Main Street
- Acceptance of gifts including $3,705.00 for National Night Out
The Thiensville Board of Trustees unanimously approved several resolutions, including terminating service with 3 Rivers Billing to consolidate EMS billing with Mequon, approving a Memorandum of Understanding with cheel, llc for restaurant reconstruction grant processing, and authorizing the Administrator to extend an offer to purchase 115 West Freistadt Road. They also approved accounts payable of $243,468, a parade permit, new operator's licenses, a special police member appointment, and a Beggar's Night proclamation. All votes were unanimous.
- Approved Resolution 2022-10 terminating service with 3 Rivers Billing (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution 2022-11 MOU with cheel, llc for restaurant reconstruction (unanimous)
- Authorized Administrator to extend offer to purchase 115 West Freistadt Road (unanimous)
- Approved $243,468 accounts payable for July 25-Aug 12, 2022 (unanimous)
- Approved parade permit for Homestead HS Homecoming Parade Sept 30 (unanimous)
- Approved new operator's licenses for Remington's River Inn (unanimous)
- Appointed Alexander David Raymond as Special Police Member (unanimous)
- Proclaimed Oct 30, 2022 as Beggar's Night 3-6 PM (unanimous)
Plan Commission
The Plan Commission will review a request to change land use and zoning for a property at 500 Lake Bluff Road to allow multi-family residential use. The body will also consider amendments to the sign code regarding banners and discuss the Thiensville Crossing RFP.
- Land Use Plan Amendment and Rezone from R-1 to R-4 for Scott Gad at 500 Lake Bluff Road
- Proposed Sign Code amendment to regulate feather and flag banners
- Discussion regarding Thiensville Crossing RFP
The Plan Commission unanimously recommended that the Village Board approve a land use plan amendment and rezoning for 500 Lake Bluff Road from single-family (R-1) to multi-family (R-4) residential. The Commission also discussed options for regulating feather and flag banners, with a consensus to ban them for businesses but allow limited use for special events; staff will draft an ordinance for the next meeting. No final action was taken on the banner ordinance or the Thiensville Crossing RFP, which remains under discussion.
- Approved July 12, 2022 minutes (unanimous)
- Recommended land use plan amendment and rezoning for 500 Lake Bluff Road (unanimous)
- Discussed feather banner options; no action taken, staff to draft ordinance
- Discussed Thiensville Crossing RFP; no action taken
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole is reviewing recommendations for a community event proclamation and a street closing application. The body will also consider new operator's licenses and discuss the Thiensville Fire Department.
- Proclamation for Beggar's Night on October 30, 2022, from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM
- Homestead High School Homecoming Parade street closing on September 30, 2022
- New Operator's Licenses for Kayla L. Klinski and Abbigael Ostrowski at Remington's River Inn
- $3,705.00 donation for National Night Out from multiple local businesses and individuals
- $300.00 donation to Village Park Reimagined from Moms Club of Mequon/Thiensville
The Committee of the Whole unanimously recommended approving a proclamation for Beggar's Night on October 30, 2022, from 3-6 PM, and a street closing for Homestead High School's homecoming parade on September 30, 2022. It also recommended approving new operator's licenses for two individuals at Remington's River Inn and accepting several gifts, including donations to the fire department and Village Park. The committee discussed but took no action on instrument covers for Village Park and pickleball court ideas. The meeting adjourned to closed session to discuss potential property investments.
- Recommended Beggar's Night proclamation for Oct 30, 2022, 3-6 PM (unanimous)
- Recommended Homestead High School homecoming parade street closing (unanimous)
- Recommended new operator's licenses for Kayla L. Klinski and Abbigael Ostrowski at Remington's River Inn (unanimous)
- Recommended accepting $140 to Fire Department from Nye Family (unanimous)
- Recommended accepting $300 to Village Park Reimagined from Moms Club (unanimous)
- Recommended accepting $3,705 for National Night Out from multiple donors (unanimous)
- Adjourned to closed session to discuss investing public funds in future Village properties (unanimous)
Board of Trustees
The Board of Trustees will hold a public hearing and vote on an ordinance to create a Premier Economic Development District (PEDD). The meeting also includes reviews of grant applications, salary changes, and liquor license renewals.
- Public hearing and action on Ordinance 2022-01 to create a Premier Economic Development District (PEDD)
- Resolution No. 2022-09 for a CDI Grant application for the cheel at 105 South Main Street
- Proposed increase of Assistant Fire Chief annual salary to $74,000
- Operator's license renewal for Skippy's Burger Bar and new licenses for Remington's River Inn
- Review of the Sanitary Sewer Capacity, Management, Operations and Maintenance (CMOM) 2021 Annual Report
The Thiensville Board of Trustees approved Ordinance 2022-01 creating a Premier Economic Development District (PEDD), which allows the village to acquire up to two additional liquor licenses. The board also approved a resolution to submit a Community Development Investment grant application to WEDC for the cheel at 105 South Main Street, and approved a salary increase for the Assistant Fire Chief to $74,000. All other agenda items, including accounts payable, operator's licenses, and a capital request for a police vehicle, were approved unanimously.
- Approved Ordinance 2022-01 creating Premier Economic Development District (6-0, Kucharski abstained)
- Approved Resolution 2022-09 for WEDC CDI grant application for the cheel (unanimous)
- Approved Assistant Fire Chief salary increase to $74,000 (6-1, Abraham opposed)
- Approved $366,702.16 in accounts payable (unanimous)
- Approved $40,375.00 capital request for 2023 Ford Explorer (unanimous)
- Approved operator's license renewals and new licenses (unanimous)
- Accepted CMOM Program 2021 Annual Report (unanimous)
- Accepted gifts totaling $987.98 (unanimous)
Board of Trustees
The Village Board will hold a public hearing to discuss the creation of Section 17.03018 of the Zoning Code. This proposal would establish a Premier Economic Development District within the TID#2 boundaries.
- Public hearing on creating Section 17.03018 of the Zoning Code for a Premier Economic Development District in TID#2
Southern Ozaukee Fire & EMS Board
The board will review operational accomplishments and action items required for a merger before January 1, 2023. The meeting includes discussions on 2023 revenues and fees and an update on Ozaukee County ARPA grant funding.
- Merger action items regarding insurance, IT, payroll, accounts payable, and fiscal agent
- Fiscal Year 2023 revenues and fees
- Ozaukee County ARPA grant funding update
The Southern Ozaukee Fire & EMS Board met and discussed operational progress since the July 1 merger, including unified scheduling and joint training. They reviewed merger-related action items (insurance, IT, payroll, fiscal agent) and potential new fees for ambulance transports and fire inspections, but made no formal decisions. The board approved the revised June 16 minutes and scheduled future meetings.
- Approved revised June 16, 2022 minutes (unanimous)
- Scheduled next meetings for August 3, 17, and 31, 2022
- Adjourned at 6:59 PM (unanimous)
Plan Commission
The Plan Commission will review and potentially recommend that the Village Board adopt Ordinance 2022-01. The body will also discuss the Thiensville Crossing RFP.
- Ordinance 2022-01: Creating a Premier Economic Development District within TID#2 boundaries
- Discussion regarding Thiensville Crossing RFP
The Plan Commission voted to recommend that the Village Board adopt Ordinance 2022-01, creating a Premier Economic Development District within the TID#2 boundaries. This district would allow up to two additional liquor licenses as a marketing tool. The motion passed 5-0 with one abstention. The commission also discussed a Request for Proposals for the Thiensville Crossing property, but took no action.
- Recommended Ordinance 2022-01 creating Premier Economic Development District (5-0, 1 abstention)
- Approved May 10, 2022 minutes (unanimous)
- Adjourned meeting at 6:47 PM (unanimous)
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole will discuss a proposed ordinance to create a Premier Economic Development District within TID#2 boundaries. The body will also review the Thiensville Crossing RFP and consider liquor license applications. A closed session is scheduled to discuss public fund investments in future properties and Fire Department personnel.
- Proposed Ordinance 2022-01 creating a Premier Economic Development District within TID#2
- Review of Thiensville Crossing RFP
- Operator's License Renewal for Skippy's Burger Bar, 113 Green Bay Road
- New Operator's License for Remington's River Inn, 130 South Main Street
- Acceptance of gifts to Thiensville Fire Department totaling $90.00
The Committee of the Whole recommended approving a salary increase for the Assistant Fire Chief from $64,000 to $74,000, effective July 1, 2022. They also recommended approving two operator's license renewals and accepting two gifts to the Fire Department. Discussions were held on National Night Out, a proposed Premier Economic Development District, and the Thiensville Crossing RFP, but no formal action was taken on these items.
- Recommended salary increase for Assistant Fire Chief from $64,000 to $74,000 (unanimous)
- Recommended approval of Operator's License Renewal for Skippy's Burger Bar (unanimous)
- Recommended approval of New Operator's License for Remington's River Inn (unanimous)
- Recommended acceptance of $40 and $50 gifts to Fire Department (unanimous)
Historic Preservation Commission
The Historic Preservation Commission will meet to review a list of buildings and sites. The body will also discuss a letter of intent to seek a grant for potential historic plaques.
- Review of buildings/sites and grant letter of intent for historic plaques
The Historic Preservation Commission reviewed a list of 20 potential historic plaque sites and discussed submitting a letter of intent for a grant from the State Historical Society. Commissioners were assigned to photograph and gather preliminary information on the properties. The commission also approved the May 3, 2022 minutes and received a staff report on three approved projects.
- Approved May 3, 2022 minutes (unanimous)
- Reviewed list of 20 potential historic plaque sites and discussed grant letter of intent
- Assigned commissioners to photograph and gather info on assigned properties
- Adjourned at 6:15 PM (unanimous)
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole will review the 2021 financial statements and the Thiensville Fire Department annual report. The body is considering the appointment of an interim fire chief and several liquor license renewals and applications.
- Appointment of David Bialk as Interim Fire Chief
- Application for Ozaukee County Emergency Medical Services Grant from ARPA
- Resolution No. 2022-07 for Port Washington State Bank sump pump discharge connection
- Street closing applications for Family Fun Before the 4th (June 25) and Party on Main (July 9)
- Acceptance of gifts including $6,852.00 for police equipment and $3,300.28 for Village Park Reimagined
The Committee of the Whole unanimously recommended adjusting the noon whistle to sound as a growl only on Saturdays at noon for 15-20 seconds, pending further research by Police Chief Kleppin. They also unanimously recommended accepting the 2021 financial statements and fire department annual report, approving a proclamation honoring retiring Fire Chief Brian Reiels, appointing David Bialk as interim fire chief, and approving several resolutions and licenses. All recommendations will go to the Village Board for final approval.
- Recommended adjusting noon whistle to growl on Saturdays only (unanimous)
- Recommended accepting 2021 financial statements (unanimous)
- Recommended accepting 2021 Fire Department Annual Report (unanimous)
- Recommended approving proclamation honoring Fire Chief Brian Reiels (unanimous)
- Recommended appointing David Bialk as interim fire chief effective July 1, 2022 (unanimous)
- Recommended applying for Ozaukee County EMS ARPA grant (unanimous)
- Recommended approving Resolution 2022-08 DNR compliance (unanimous)
- Recommended approving Resolution 2022-07 sump pump discharge agreement (unanimous)
General
The Board of Trustees will consider the appointment of David Bialk as Interim Fire Chief following Brian Reiels' retirement. The meeting includes reviews of 2021 financial statements and the Fire Department annual report, as well as several liquor license renewals and new applications.
- Appointment of David Bialk as Interim Fire Chief
- Review of 2021 Financial Statements prepared by Baker Tilly Virchow Krause & Co., LLP
- Application for Ozaukee County Emergency Medical Services Grant from ARPA
- Street closing applications for 'Family Fun Before the 4th' (June 25) and 'Party on Main' (July 9)
- Agreement with Port Washington State Bank for sump pump discharge connection to sanitary sewer
The Thiensville Board of Trustees approved the consent agenda, accounts payable, multiple liquor and operator's licenses, parade/street closing applications, the 2021 financial statements, the 2021 Fire Department Annual Report, a proclamation honoring retiring Fire Chief Brian Reiels, and the appointment of David Bialk as Interim Fire Chief. The board also approved applying for an EMS grant, two resolutions, and adjusting the noon whistle. All motions were unanimous except for a few license approvals with abstentions.
- Approved consent agenda (unanimous)
- Approved accounts payable $402,173.95 (unanimous)
- Approved Class B Beer/Liquor licenses for Prime Minister Family Restaurant and Remington's River Inn (unanimous)
- Approved new operator's licenses for Community Fun Events, Daily Taco/cheel/baaree, glaze, llc, and Shully Catering (glaze: 6-0-1 abstention; others unanimous)
- Approved operator's license renewals for cheel/baaree, glaze, Prime Minister, Remington's, Shully, Walgreens, and Skippy's (glaze and Skippy's: 6-0-1 abstention; others unanimous)
- Approved parade/street closing applications for Community Fun Events and Suburban Motors Harley-Davidson (unanimous)
- Accepted 2021 Financial Statements and Fire Department Annual Report (unanimous)
- Approved proclamation for Fire Chief Reiels and appointment of David Bialk as Interim Fire Chief (unanimous)
Southern Ozaukee Fire & EMS Board
The board is meeting to review an intergovernmental agreement and operational plans starting July 1, 2022. Members will discuss merger-related action items to be completed by January 1, 2023. The meeting also includes an update on Ozaukee County ARPA grant funding.
- Review and discussion of Intergovernmental Agreement
- Operational considerations for July 1, 2022
- Merger-related action items for completion by January 1, 2023
- Ozaukee County ARPA grant funding update
The Board reviewed the intergovernmental agreement for the Mequon-Thiensville fire and EMS merger, which begins joint operations July 1, 2022, with a unified budget by January 1, 2023. They discussed operational tasks, cost-sharing formulas, and potential expansion to include Cedarburg. The Board unanimously authorized Deputy Chief Zellman and Assistant Chief Deutsch to prepare and file applications for Ozaukee County ARPA funds by the June 30 deadline. No other formal decisions were made; most items were discussion only.
- Authorized filing ARPA grant applications (unanimous)
- Reviewed intergovernmental agreement for fire/EMS merger
- Discussed operational tasks for July 1, 2022 start
- Noted Cedarburg's interest in joining merger
- Scheduled next meeting for July 13, 2022
General
The Thiensville Board of Review is meeting to handle property assessment appeals. They will verify legal requirements, swear in the assessor, hear objections scheduled before May 16, 2022, and approve the 2022 assessment roll. The meeting may recess and reconvene for objections requiring 48-hour notice.
- Hear objections to 2022 property assessments
- Approve the 2022 assessment roll
- Verify assessor's affidavit and training requirements
- Review confidentiality ordinance (2000-08) for assessor data
- Adopt policies for telephone/written testimony and waiver of hearings
The Board of Review met and completed procedural steps, including electing a chairperson and vice-chairperson, approving minutes, and verifying required ordinances and policies. No objections were filed, and the board reviewed and approved the assessment roll. The meeting adjourned sine die.
- Elected chairperson and vice-chairperson
- Approved minutes of the Board of Trustees
- Verified ordinance 2000-08 on confidentiality of income and expenses
- Verified policy for sworn telephone and written testimony
- Verified policy for waiver of hearing requests
- Received assessor's affidavit and assessment roll
- Approved the assessment roll
- Adjourned sine die (no objections filed)
General
The Thiensville Board of Trustees will consider several action items, including approving an intergovernmental agreement with Mequon to establish a joint fire and EMS department, awarding a $48,300 demolition contract for 102-120 West Freistadt Road, and extending franchise agreements for Fiddleheads and cheel, llc. The board will also review numerous liquor, beer, and cigarette license applications, as well as make appointments to various boards and commissions. A closed session is scheduled to discuss investing public funds in future Village properties.
- Resolution 2022-06: Intergovernmental agreement with City of Mequon for Southern Ozaukee Joint Fire & EMS Department
- Contract award to Robinson Brothers Environmental, Inc. for 102-120 West Freistadt Road demolition, $48,300
- Franchise agreement extensions for Fiddleheads (192 S. Main St.) and cheel, llc (105 S. Main St.)
- Noise ordinance extension request from Daily Taco for cheelabration, July 23, 2022, 105 W. Freistadt Rd.
- Multiple liquor license approvals and appointments to boards/commissions
The Board of Trustees approved Resolution No. 2022-06, an intergovernmental agreement with the City of Mequon establishing the Southern Ozaukee Joint Fire & Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Department, with Trustee Lange voting against. The board also approved a $48,300 demolition contract, extended franchise agreements for Fiddleheads and cheel, llc, and made numerous appointments to boards and commissions.
- Approved Resolution No. 2022-06 establishing Southern Ozaukee Joint Fire & EMS Department (6-1)
- Awarded Robinson Brothers Environmental, Inc. $48,300 contract for 102-120 West Freistadt Road demolition (unanimous)
- Extended franchise agreement for Fiddleheads, 192 South Main Street, for five years (unanimous)
- Extended franchise agreement for cheel, llc, 105 South Main Street, for five years (unanimous)
- Approved noise ordinance extension until midnight for cheelabration, July 23, 2022 (unanimous)
- Approved accounts payable of $332,514.98 for April 18-May 13, 2022 (unanimous)
- Approved new fire department members Doug Chimenti, Spencer E. Fech, John Marcquenski, George C. Sladky (unanimous)
- Approved various liquor, beer, wine, cigarette, and coin machine licenses (some with abstentions)
Plan Commission
The Thiensville Plan Commission will review and possibly approve a home addition and garage project at 342 Riverview Drive, and discuss amending the sign code to regulate feather and flag banners. The meeting also includes approval of the April 19, 2022 minutes and a staff report.
- Review and action on addition to family room and garage for Dan and Kristine Uttech at 342 Riverview Drive
- Discussion on amending the sign code to regulate feather and flag banners
- Approval of minutes from April 19, 2022
The Thiensville Plan Commission unanimously approved a proposed addition to the family room and garage at 342 Riverview Drive, owned by Dan and Kristine Uttech. The project, which replaces an existing breezeway and single-car garage, was found to fully comply with the Village Code. The commission also discussed potential amendments to the Village Code regarding feather and flag banners, but took no action, directing staff to prepare options for a total ban or restrictions for future consideration.
- Approved April 19, 2022 minutes (unanimous)
- Approved addition to family room and garage at 342 Riverview Drive (unanimous)
- Discussed feather banner regulations; no action taken, staff to prepare options
Historic Preservation Commission
The Historic Preservation Commission unanimously approved two requests: a retractable 20' x 10' awning at ATS Event Space (143 Green Bay Road) and replacement of deteriorating concrete steps at Skippys Burger Bar (113 Green Bay Road). No public comments were received, and the next meeting was tentatively rescheduled to June 9, 2022.
- Approved 20' x 10' retractable awning at ATS Event Space, 143 Green Bay Road (unanimous)
- Approved replacement of concrete steps at Skippys Burger Bar, 113 Green Bay Road (unanimous)
- Approved February 1, 2022 minutes (unanimous)
- Tentatively rescheduled next meeting to June 9, 2022
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole will discuss and possibly recommend an intergovernmental agreement with Mequon to create a joint fire and EMS department, along with several franchise extensions, license renewals, and appointments. The meeting is primarily a review and recommendation session, with final decisions expected at a later board meeting.
- Resolution 2022-06: Intergovernmental agreement with Mequon for Southern Ozaukee Joint Fire & EMS Department
- Franchise extensions for Fiddleheads (192 S Main St) and cheel, llc (105 S Main St) for private use of public right-of-way
- Request to extend noise ordinance until midnight for Daily Taco's cheelabration on July 23, 2022
- Appointments of four new fire department members: Doug Chimenti, Spencer E. Fech, John Marcquenski, George C. Sladky
- License renewals for multiple businesses including Skippy's Burger Bar, Walgreens, and Shully's Cuisine & Events
The Committee of the Whole voted 5-1 to recommend that the Village Board approve Resolution No. 2022-06, which would establish the Southern Ozaukee Joint Fire & EMS Department with the City of Mequon. The recommendation followed extensive public comment, with residents both supporting and opposing the merger. The Village Board will take final action on May 16, 2022.
- Recommended approval of intergovernmental agreement with Mequon for joint fire/EMS department (5-1)
- Recommended 5-year franchise extension for Fiddleheads, 192 S. Main St. (unanimous)
- Recommended 5-year franchise extension for cheel, llc, 105 S. Main St. (unanimous)
- Recommended noise ordinance extension until midnight for cheelabration on July 23, 2022 (unanimous)
- Recommended appointment of 4 new fire department members (unanimous)
- Recommended approval of multiple liquor, beer, wine, and cigarette licenses (various votes)
- Recommended approval of board, citizen, and staff appointments (unanimous)
- Recommended acceptance of $2,350 in gifts to fire and police departments (unanimous)
Plan Commission
The Thiensville Plan Commission will consider approving a certified survey map to divide a parcel at 640 Green Bay Road into two lots, and a proposal to build a 14' x 17' three-season room at 506 East Freistadt Road. The meeting also includes approval of minutes and a staff report.
- Certified Survey Map to divide 640 Green Bay Road into Lot 1 and Lot 2 (Bonnilake Real Estate, LLC)
- Construction of 14' x 17' three-season room at 506 East Freistadt Road (Tony and Jackie Burkart)
- Approval of minutes from March 8, 2022
General
The Thiensville Board of Trustees will consider routine approvals, including minutes, department reports, and a slate of liquor and operator's licenses. They will also vote on a request to extend the noise ordinance for a school fundraiser, a resolution establishing a line of succession for emergencies, and several appointments. The meeting includes a closed session to discuss a public works technician candidate.
- Request to extend noise ordinance to midnight on May 6, 2022 for Lumen Christi School fundraiser at the Watermark, 146 Green Bay Road
- Resolution 2022-05 establishing a line of succession of officers in case of emergency
- Class A liquor license renewal for Fantasy Flowers, Inc., 106 East Freistadt Road
- Temporary beer/wine licenses for Thiensville Business Association and Gatherings on the Green events at 251 Elm Street
- Gifts: $500 for Bike Safety Day, $300 to Police Department, $1,000 for Village Park Reimagined
The Board received a presentation from the Mequon-Thiensville Fire & EMS Joint Working Group on a proposed consolidated fire department, but took no action. The Board approved the consent agenda, accounts payable totaling $2,465,283.01, several liquor licenses, and various appointments. A conditional job offer to a Public Works Technician candidate was approved after closed session.
- Approved consent agenda including minutes and department reports (unanimous)
- Approved accounts payable of $2,465,283.01 (unanimous)
- Approved Class A liquor license for Fantasy Flowers, Inc. (unanimous)
- Approved Class B beer and Class C wine licenses for Downtown Pizza and glaze, llc (glaze: 6-0-1 abstention)
- Approved Class B beer and Class B liquor licenses for cheel, llc, Chuck's Place, and Daily Taco (unanimous)
- Approved temporary beer/wine licenses for Thiensville Business Association and Gatherings on the Green events (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution 2022-05 establishing line of succession in emergencies (unanimous)
- Approved conditional offer to Public Works Technician candidate (unanimous)
General
The Thiensville Board of Canvassers is meeting to conduct the official canvass of returns from the April 5, 2022 Spring Election. This is a procedural meeting to certify election results, with no other business on the agenda.
- Conduct Thiensville Canvass from the Returns of the April 5, 2022 Spring Election
The Thiensville Zoning Board of Appeals met solely to conduct the official canvass of the April 5, 2022 Spring Election returns. No other business was discussed or decided. The meeting was procedural and adjourned after the canvass.
- Conducted canvass of April 5, 2022 Spring Election returns
General
The Mequon-Thiensville Fire & EMS Joint Working Group will discuss and possibly take action on a draft agreement to create a jointly operated fire and emergency medical services department, known as the Southern Ozaukee Emergency Services Department. The agreement outlines the department's governance, including a five-member board and a joint fire commission, as well as fiscal responsibilities. The meeting is scheduled for April 6, 2022, at Thiensville Village Hall.
- Draft Southern Ozaukee Emergency Services Agreement for joint fire and EMS department
- Creation of a five-member Board of Directors with representatives from Thiensville and Mequon
- Establishment of a Joint Fire Commission as per Wisconsin Statutes
- Capital improvement expenses defined as equipment purchases over $100,000 with a life of at least five years
- Department to be named Southern Ozaukee Emergency Services Department
Committee of the Whole
The Thiensville Committee of the Whole will review a request to extend the noise ordinance to 12:00 AM for a Shamrock fundraiser at the Watermark, and consider an ordinance to change maximum decibel limits. The agenda also includes discussions on municipal court, park projects, and various license renewals and appointments.
- Request to extend noise ordinance to 12:00 AM on May 6, 2022 for Shamrock fundraiser at 146 Green Bay Road
- Ordinance No. 2022-01 to repeal and replace Section 30-1(B)(2)(D) on maximum decibels for noise
- License renewals for Class A liquor, Class B beer, Class C wine, and Class B liquor for multiple businesses
- Temporary beer and wine licenses for Food Trucks in the Park, Nightmare on Elm Street, Best Dam Blues Fest, and Music in the Park
- Gifts totaling $1,800 from Port Washington State Bank, Rosemarie Eisold, and Thiensville-Mequon Rotary Foundation
The Committee of the Whole recommended the approval of multiple liquor, beer, and cigarette licenses, as well as new Fire Department members and Board of Review appointments. A proposal to lower the noise ordinance decibel limit was not recommended, and a motion to replace it with a curfew failed.
- Recommended approval of noise ordinance extension for Lumen Christi School fundraiser (Unanimous)
- Failed motion to remove decibel limit and impose 10 PM/11 PM curfew
- Recommended appointment of Bethany O. Bluemner and Riley Cate to Fire Department (Unanimous)
- Recommended renewal of liquor licenses for Fantasy Flowers, Downtown Pizza, glaze, llc, cheel, llc, Chuck's Place, and Daily Taco
- Recommended temporary beer/wine licenses for Thiensville Business Association and Gatherings on the Green (Unanimous)
- Recommended cigarette license for Village BP, LLC (Unanimous)
- Recommended Board of Review appointments for Van A. Mobley, David Lange, Michael J. Dyer, John Rosing, Elmer C. Prenzlow, and Colleen Landisch-Hansen
- Recommended acceptance of $1,800 in total donations for Bike Safety Day, Police Department, and Village Park Reimagined (Unanimous)
General
The Thiensville Board of Trustees will review and take action on several items, including an offer to purchase property at 102-120 West Freistadt Road, a sewer infiltration agreement with MMSD, an amended fire/EMS MOU, and a noise ordinance update. They will also discuss making Riverview Drive one-way for park events and consider appointments and donations.
- Offer to Purchase, 102-120 West Freistadt Road
- Resolution 2022-02: Private Property Infiltration and Inflow Reduction Agreement with Milwaukee Metropolitan Sewerage District
- Resolution 2022-04: Amended MOU with Mequon for Joint Fire & EMS Working Group including Cedarburg
- Ordinance 2022-01: Repealing and replacing noise decibel limits in certain zoning districts
- New operator's licenses for Skippy's Burger Bar, 113 Green Bay Road
Board of Trustees
The Thiensville Board of Trustees is holding a special meeting to review and take action on Resolution 2022-03, which would award the sale of $4,500,000 in taxable general obligation corporate purpose bonds, Series 2022A. This is the sole business item on the agenda.
- Resolution 2022-03: Awarding sale of $4,500,000 Taxable General Obligation Corporate Purpose Bonds, Series 2022A
The Board of Trustees unanimously approved Resolution 2022-03, awarding the sale of $4,390,000 in taxable general obligation corporate purpose bonds, Series 2022A, to Baird. The bond sale, originally planned at $4.5 million, was downsized due to a premium and lower issuance costs. The village received a Aa3 credit rating, and the low bid interest rate was 3.0375%. Funds are expected to be received on March 30, 2022.
- Approved Resolution 2022-03 awarding sale of $4,390,000 taxable GO bonds (unanimous)
- Adjourned meeting at 4:25 PM (unanimous)
Plan Commission
The Thiensville Plan Commission will consider several business items, including approval of minutes, new signs for A Floral Affair and Thiensville Commons/LUX Dental, and a request from Daily Taco + Cantina to extend a deadline for removing a temporary tent. The meeting is open to public comment, with a three-minute limit per person.
- New sign for A Floral Affair, 184 South Main Street
- Sign plan approval for new monument sign at Thiensville Commons, including a setback waiver
- New wall sign for LUX Dental, 108 East Freistadt Road
- Request from Daily Taco + Cantina, 105 West Freistadt Road, to extend deadline to March 20, 2022 for tent removal
- Approval of minutes from February 8, 2022
The Thiensville Plan Commission unanimously approved extending Daily Taco + Cantina's temporary tent deadline from March 20 to October 31, 2022, at 105 West Freistadt Road. The commission also approved a new hanging sign for A Floral Affair at 184 South Main Street and a monument sign with setback waiver plus wall sign for LUX Dental at 108 East Freistadt Road. Minutes from February 8, 2022, were approved unanimously.
- Approved Daily Taco tent extension to Oct. 31, 2022 (unanimous)
- Approved new hanging sign for A Floral Affair, 184 South Main St. (unanimous)
- Approved monument sign, setback waiver, and wall sign for LUX Dental, 108 E. Freistadt Rd. (unanimous)
- Approved Feb. 8, 2022 minutes (unanimous)
Committee of the Whole
The Thiensville Committee of the Whole will discuss and take action on several items, including an amended fire and EMS agreement with Mequon and Cedarburg, a sewer infiltration agreement with MMSD, and capital expenditures. They will also receive updates on the municipal bond rating and absentee ballot drop boxes, and consider a noise ordinance and a proclamation for Skippy's Burger Bar. The meeting includes a closed session to discuss investing public funds in future village properties.
- Resolution 2022-04: Amended MOU with Mequon for Joint Fire & EMS Working Group including Cedarburg
- Resolution 2022-02: Private Property Infiltration and Inflow Reduction Agreement with Milwaukee Metropolitan Sewerage District
- Capital Expenditures List review and action
- New operator's licenses for Skippy's Burger Bar (Lindsey Mariel Maier) and Morgan Marie Ruska
- Noise ordinance discussion and possible action
The Committee of the Whole recommended several items to the Village Board, including amending the noise ordinance to lower the maximum decibel level from 85 to 75, approving capital expenditures for police and fire departments, and expanding the joint fire/EMS working group to include Cedarburg. The committee also recommended approving a sewerage agreement, a proclamation for Skippy's Burger Bar, new operator's licenses, and new fire department members. All recommendations were made unanimously or with noted abstentions.
- Recommended amending noise ordinance to lower max decibel level from 85 to 75 (unanimous)
- Recommended approving $4,500 and $2,000 police capital requests and $4,000 and $20,000 fire capital requests (unanimous)
- Recommended approving Resolution 2022-04 to expand joint Fire & EMS Working Group to include Cedarburg (unanimous)
- Recommended approving Resolution 2022-02 for private property infiltration/inflow reduction agreement with MMSD (unanimous)
- Recommended approving proclamation for Skippy's Burger Bar 25th anniversary (5-0-1, Kucharski abstained)
- Recommended approving new operator's license for Morgan Marie Ruska (5-0-1, Kucharski abstained)
- Recommended approving Trevor Kobleski and Joel Santa Maria as new fire department members (unanimous)
- Recommended accepting $50 gift to fire department from Ellen Sheahan (unanimous)
General
The Thiensville Board of Trustees will consider an amended development agreement with Lakeside Development Company and Two Hundred Green, LLC for the property at 200 Green Bay Road, and will vote on appointing Jeff Hershberger to the Plan Commission. The board will also approve new operator's licenses for several local businesses, accept gifts to the fire department, and review routine reports and financials.
- Amended Development Agreement with Lakeside Development Company and Two Hundred Green, LLC, 200 Green Bay Road
- Appointment of Jeff Hershberger to Plan Commission to fill unexpired term of Sarah Hughes
- New operator's licenses: Remington's River Inn, Shully Catering, Skippy's Burger Bar
- Gifts totaling $210 to Thiensville Fire Department in memory of Alejandro Acevedo Lopez
- Accounts payable for January 17-February 18, 2022
The Board of Trustees unanimously approved an amended development agreement between the Village, Lakeside Development Company (1986), and Two Hundred Green, LLC for 200 Green Bay Road. The board also approved new operator's licenses for three establishments, appointed two new fire department members, and appointed Jeff Hershberger to the Plan Commission. A new operator's license for Skippy's Burger Bar was not acted on due to lack of quorum.
- Approved the Consent Agenda, including minutes and department reports, unanimously.
- Approved new operator's licenses for Remington's River Inn (Jordan Allen Carlton and Raechal Ann Valazquez) unanimously.
- Approved a new operator's license for Shully Catering, Inc. (Philip D. Stockton) unanimously.
- No action taken on a new operator's license for Skippy's Burger Bar (Lindsey Mariel Maier) due to no quorum.
- Approved the appointment of Thomas J. Azinger and Israel Santa Maria as new Fire Department members unanimously.
- Approved the Amended Development Agreement for 200 Green Bay Road unanimously.
- Approved the appointment of Jeff Hershberger to the Plan Commission to fill an unexpired term, unanimously.
- Accepted gifts totaling $210 to the Thiensville Fire Department in memory/honor of Alejandro Acevedo Lopez, unanimously.
Board of Trustees
The Board of Trustees will review and take action on Resolution 2022-01. This resolution authorizes the borrowing of up to $4,500,000 through the sale of taxable general obligation corporate purpose bonds, Series 2022A.
- Resolution 2022-01: Authorizing borrowing not to exceed $4,500,000 via Series 2022A bonds
The Board of Trustees approved a resolution to issue taxable general obligation corporate purpose bonds not to exceed $4.5 million. The funds are intended for projects including water lines and streetscape enhancements to attract development. The Board also agreed to engage Quarles & Brady as disclosure counsel for the issuance.
- Approved Resolution 2022-01 to authorize borrowing not to exceed $4,500,000 (Unanimous)
- Approved engaging Quarles & Brady as Disclosure Counsel
Plan Commission
The Thiensville Plan Commission will consider two new sign applications for businesses on Main Street: A Floral Affair at 184 North Main Street and Fifth-Main Home at 180 South Main Street. The meeting also includes approval of the January 11, 2022 minutes and a staff report. Public comments are limited to three minutes per person, and no action will be taken on public comments.
- New sign application for A Floral Affair, 184 North Main Street
- New sign application for Fifth-Main Home (E-Collectique, LLC), 180 South Main Street
- Approval of minutes from January 11, 2022
- Staff report
The Plan Commission approved a new sign for Fifth-Main Home at 180 South Main Street, owned by E-Collectique, LLC. The sign complies with the Sign Code and was approved unanimously. A sign request for A Floral Affair was postponed because the applicant was absent. The commission also approved minutes from the previous meeting.
- Approved new sign for Fifth-Main Home, 180 South Main Street (unanimous)
- Approved January 11, 2022 minutes (unanimous)
- Postponed sign review for A Floral Affair, 184 North Main Street to March 8, 2022
Committee of the Whole
The Thiensville Committee of the Whole will review and possibly recommend action on an amended development agreement with Lakeside Development Company and Two Hundred Green, LLC for 200 Green Bay Road. They will also discuss allocating public parking reserves, review capital expenditures, and consider appointments to the Plan Commission and Fire Department. The meeting includes a closed session to discuss investing public funds in future Village properties.
- Amended Development Agreement with Lakeside Development Company (1986) and Two Hundred Green, LLC, 200 Green Bay Road
- Allocation of Public Parking Reserves
- Capital Expenditures List for December 2021 (Preliminary) and February 2022
- Appointment of Jeff Hershberger to Plan Commission (unexpired seat of Sarah Hughes, term to April 2023)
- New operator's licenses for Remington's River Inn, Shully Catering Inc., and Skippy's Burger Bar
The Committee of the Whole unanimously recommended approving an amended Development Agreement for the 200 Green Bay Road project, removing a private sidewalk and extending Phase II timeline. The Board also agreed not to pursue a new parking lot in Village Park at this time, and recommended approving capital expenditures for police equipment and emerald ash borer treatment. Several appointments and operator's licenses were also recommended for approval.
- Recommended approval of amended Development Agreement for 200 Green Bay Road (unanimous)
- Agreed not to pursue Village Park parking lot expansion at this time
- Recommended $3,000 for police desktop/laptop, $6,200 for squad antennas/modems, $20,000 for emerald ash borer (unanimous)
- Recommended Jeff Hershberger to Plan Commission, term to April 2023 (unanimous)
- Recommended operator's licenses for Remington's River Inn, Shully Catering, Skippy's Burger Bar (unanimous; one abstention)
- Recommended Thomas J. Azinger and Israel Santa Maria as new Fire Department members (unanimous)
- Recommended accepting $60 gift to Fire Department from Gregory and Margaret Harris (unanimous)
Board of Trustees
The Thiensville Board of Trustees is holding a special meeting to consider a closed session under Wisconsin law to discuss employment, promotion, compensation, or performance evaluation data of Fire Department personnel. After the closed session, the board will reconvene in open session to review and possibly take action on the topic. The agenda is otherwise limited to procedural items.
- Closed session under Wis. Stat. § 19.85(1)(c) regarding Fire Department personnel
- Roll call vote to enter closed session
- Possible action after reconvening in open session
The Thiensville Board of Trustees held a special meeting and unanimously voted to create a Firefighter/Paramedic position for the Thiensville Fire Department and to extend an offer of employment to Peter Neuman for that position. The actions were taken after a closed session on personnel matters.
- Created Firefighter/Paramedic position for Thiensville Fire Department (unanimous)
- Extended employment offer to Peter Neuman for Firefighter/Paramedic position (unanimous)
Historic Preservation Commission
The Thiensville Historic Preservation Commission is meeting to review and take action on two sign applications for businesses on South Main Street, and to approve minutes from the December 7, 2021 meeting. The agenda also includes a public comment period and scheduling of the next meeting.
- Review and action on sign for A Floral Affair, 184 South Main Street, Joe Couto
- Review and action on sign for Fifth-Main Home, 180 South Main Street, E-Collectique, LLC
- Approval of minutes from December 7, 2021
- Public comment period (3-minute limit per person, pre-registration required)
The Thiensville Historic Preservation Commission unanimously approved sign applications for A Floral Affair at 184 South Main Street and Fifth-Main Home at 180 South Main Street. Both motions carried unanimously. The commission also approved the December 7, 2021 minutes and discussed ongoing enforcement issues with unauthorized structures.
- Approved sign for A Floral Affair, 184 South Main Street (unanimous)
- Approved sign for Fifth-Main Home, 180 South Main Street (unanimous)
- Approved December 7, 2021 minutes (unanimous)
General
The Thiensville Board of Trustees will hold a combined committee and board meeting to review the 2021 Police Use of Force Annual Report, discuss the Fire Department, Noise Ordinance, and Village Park use, and consider liquor license appointments. The agenda also includes consent items such as minutes, department reports, and accounts payable, plus acceptance of several donations.
- Review of Thiensville Police Department 2021 Use of Force Annual Report
- Discussion on Noise Ordinance and Use of Village Park
- New Class A Beer/Liquor agent: Walgreen Co., Aaron Mueller, 278 North Main Street
- New Class B Beer/Class C Wine agent: Downtown Pizza, Stacy Lynn Macholl, 227 South Main Street
- Donations: $5,835 for 3 AED units, $1,200 bench memorial, $2,892.91 for Village Park Reimagined
The Board discussed various scenarios for the Fire Department, including independent full-time staffing, a joint department with Mequon, and a county-run model, but took no action. The Board unanimously approved the consent agenda, accounts payable of $2,927,761.23, two new liquor license agents, the 2021 Use of Force Annual Report, and accepted multiple gifts. A review of the Noise Ordinance was requested for a future meeting.
- Approved consent agenda including December 13, 2021 minutes and department reports (unanimous)
- Approved accounts payable $2,927,761.23 for Dec 13, 2021–Jan 14, 2022 (unanimous)
- Approved new Class A Beer/Liquor agent Aaron Mueller, Walgreen Co., 278 North Main St (unanimous)
- Approved new Class B Beer/Class C Wine agent Stacy Lynn Macholl, Downtown Pizza, 227 South Main St (unanimous)
- Accepted Thiensville Police Department 2021 Use of Force Annual Report (unanimous)
- Accepted gifts totaling $12,977.91 including AED units, benches, and PA systems (unanimous)
- Discussed Fire Department staffing scenarios; no action taken
- Discussed Noise Ordinance; requested future review
Mequon-Thiensville Bikeway Commission
The Joint Mequon-Thiensville Bike and Pedestrian Way Commission will meet to discuss updating the 2010-2030 bicycle plan and to review its 2022 work plan. Staff recommends using the Wisconsin Bicycle Planning Guidance for the update, which may involve hiring a consultant. The meeting also includes approval of minutes and resident communications.
- Discussion on updating the 2010-2030 bike plan, possibly with a consultant
- Review of the 2022 work plan
- Approval of November 11, 2021 meeting minutes
- Resident communications (5-minute limit)
The commission discussed updating the 2010-2020 Bike Plan and decided to develop a scope of services for a consultant to present to the City and Village for funding. The November 11, 2021 meeting minutes were tabled unanimously. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Tabled approval of November 11, 2021 minutes (unanimous)
- Decided to create a scope of services for a consultant to update the bike plan
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
General
The Thiensville Plan Commission will consider approval of minutes from November 9, 2021, and review and take action on a pool application by Meridith Wagner at 326 Riverview Drive. The meeting also includes a staff report covering November and December 2021. Public comments are limited to three minutes per person, and no action will be taken on public comments.
- Review and action on pool application, Meridith Wagner, 326 Riverview Drive
- Approval of minutes from November 9, 2021
- Staff report for November and December 2021
The Thiensville Plan Commission unanimously approved Meridith Wagner's application to install a 41' x 21' Doughboy pool at 326 Riverview Drive. The pool will be flush with the ground, surrounded by concrete, and comply with zoning requirements. The commission also approved the November 9, 2021 meeting minutes. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Approved pool installation for Meridith Wagner at 326 Riverview Drive (unanimous)
- Approved November 9, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)