Twin Lakes, Wisconsin
Recent meetings
Lake Protection & Rehabilitation District
The Lake Protection and Rehabilitation District commissioners will consider approving the draft 2027 annual budget and proposed tax levy, as well as a recommendation on the existing $300,000 Spillway Reserve Fund Earmark. They will also vote on the minutes from April 2026 and approve the agenda for the upcoming annual meeting.
- Approval of 2027 annual budget and tax levy
- Discussion and possible action on $300,000 Spillway Reserve Fund Earmark
- Approval of minutes from April 6, 2026 meeting
- Approval of agenda for 2026 annual meeting
Committee of the Whole
The Village Board Committee of the Whole will discuss a range of items including the TIF #1 Project Plan, multiple short-term rental license applications, proposed edits to the Short-Term Rental Ordinance, and a Fire and EMS Study by Public Administration Associates. Other discussions include 2026 street resurfacing and storm sewer bids, event permits for the Buoys Car Show and Briar's Ski4All, and a Community Library Agreement. No final votes are taken at Committee of the Whole meetings; all items are for discussion and possible future board action.
- Discussion of TIF #1 Project Plan (Administration, Finance, Judiciary, Licensing)
- Discussion of Short-Term Rental License applications for 353 Indian Point Road, 1551 Richmond Road, 512 Barry Road, and 359 Indian Point Road
- Discussion of edits to the Short-Term Rental Ordinance
- Discussion of event permits: Buoys Car Show (Aug 15) and Briar's Ski4All (Aug 22) at Lance Park
- Discussion of Public Administration Associates Fire and EMS Study
Police and Fire Commission
The Police and Fire Commission will hold a closed session to consider employment, promotion, compensation, or performance evaluation data and conduct interviews for a Full-Time Firefighter / Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Professional position. The commission may reconvene in open session to take action on any items discussed in closed session. No other substantive business is on the agenda.
- Approval of minutes from October 15, 2025
- Closed session for candidate interviews for Full-Time Firefighter / EMS Professional position
- Potential action on personnel matters in open session following closed session
Lake Protection & Rehabilitation District
The Steering Council will discuss the 2027 budget and funding requirements. Members will also discuss water quality testing for both lakes and public information methods via website or social media.
- Discussion and approval of 2027 budget
- Discussion on water quality testing for both lakes
- Discussion regarding public information via website and social media
Cemetery Board
The Twin Lakes Cemetery Board will hold a regular meeting on June 19, 2026. Items include discussion of cemetery signage, an update on Eagle Scout projects, fundraising for a columbarium, and cemetery expansion needs. No votes or decisions are scheduled on the agenda.
- Approval of April 13, 2026 meeting minutes
- Review and discussion of copy and signage for the cemetery
- Update on Eagle Scout projects
- Discussion and exploration of fundraising opportunities for Columbarium
- Discussion of cemetery expansion needs
Zoning Board of Appeals
The Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings and consider action on two variance requests. One seeks relief from side-yard setback requirements for a screened-in porch at 905 Shore Drive. The other seeks relief from shoreline setback and nonconforming structure rules for a replacement residence at 1720 Mt. Moriah Drive. The board will also vote on approving meeting minutes from January 29, 2026.
- Public hearing and possible action on variance request for 905 Shore Drive (reduced side-yard setback for screened-in porch)
- Public hearing and possible action on variance request for 1720 Mt. Moriah Drive (shoreline setback and nonconforming structure relief for replacement residence)
- Approval of meeting minutes from January 29, 2026
Village Board
The Village Board will discuss and possibly vote on Ordinance 2026-6-1 creating regulations for outdoor lighting. They will also approve over $839,000 in vouchers, consider numerous liquor license renewals, and decide on event permits for a fireworks display and street party. A presentation on Tax Increment District #1 by Ehlers is also scheduled.
- Approval of vouchers totaling $839,214.19 for various funds
- Fireworks permit for MDS LLC on Lake Elizabeth on July 11, 2026
- Street party and car show permit for Main Street Tap and Village View Pub on August 22, 2026
- Conditional use permit for Dion Romano on parcel 85-4-119-211-1100
- Renewal of over 20 liquor, cabaret, and amusement device licenses
Village Board
This is a special Village Board meeting with only procedural items. The board will vote to go into closed session under state law to discuss the alcohol license renewal for On The Go Bar and Grill. After closed session, the board will reconvene in open session and then adjourn. No other business is scheduled.
- Motion to enter closed session under Wis. Stat. 19.85(1)(f) regarding On The Go Bar and Grill alcohol license renewal
Lake Protection & Rehabilitation District
The Twin Lakes Water Quality, Lake Habitat, Fish & Fishing Committee will meet on June 13, 2026. The main agenda item is new business: consideration of initiating a water quality monitoring program. Other agenda items include approval of minutes and setting the next meeting date. The public may comment.
- Consideration of initiating a water quality monitoring program
Board of Review
The Twin Lakes Board of Review will meet on June 3, 2026, to certify the annual assessment roll and hear property owners' objections. The meeting includes procedural steps such as verification of notices, selection of chairperson, and consideration of waivers for hearing requirements. This is a routine meeting for handling property tax assessment appeals.
- Certification of corrections to the Assessment Roll (item 12-13)
- Consideration of waivers for the 48-hour notice requirement to file an objection (item 15a)
- Hearing of objections to property assessments (item 17)
- Verification that Open Book changes are included in the Assessment Roll (item 14)
- Scheduling of additional Board of Review meeting dates if needed (item 19)
Committee of the Whole
The Twin Lakes Village Board Committee of the Whole will discuss proposed Ordinance 2026-6-1 creating Chapter 8.90 on outdoor lighting. They will also consider several alcohol license renewals, event permits for a fireworks display and a street party, a conditional use permit, and downtown sidewalk repairs.
- Discussion of Ordinance 2026-6-1 creating Chapter 8.90 on Outdoor Lighting
- Fireworks permit application by MDS LLC for July 11 on Lake Elizabeth
- Street party and car show permit for Main Street Tap and Village View Pub on August 22
- Conditional Use Permit for Dion Romano, Parcel 85-4-119-211-1100
- Discussion of downtown sidewalk repairs
Plan Commission
The Plan Commission will discuss and possibly adopt a new universal application form and streamlined review process for land-use requests. Commissioners will also hold a public hearing and make a recommendation to the Village Board on a conditional use permit for Dion Romano on parcel 85-4-119-211-1100.
- Discussion and possible adoption of a single universal Plan Commission application form to replace multiple separate forms for conditional use permits, design review, rezoning, and certified survey maps.
- Public hearing and review of a conditional use permit for Dion Romano on parcel 85-4-119-211-1100.
- Standard application fee of $250; $325 for requests requiring a zoning change.
- Approval of Plan Commission minutes from April 22, 2026.
Village Board
The Village Board will consider a contract for a comprehensive plan update, approve over $791,000 in vouchers, and discuss several items including a new outdoor lighting ordinance and fire department pay scale. The meeting also includes a presentation on the 2025 audit and action on multiple alcohol license applications.
- Approval of $791,532.80 in vouchers for various funds
- Motion to approve comprehensive plan update proposal from Community Planning and Consulting LLC for $10,816
- Discussion and possible action on Ordinance 2026-5-1 creating Chapter 8.90 on outdoor lighting
- Discussion and possible action on Fire Department Pay Scale
- Motion to approve Resolution R2026-5-1 urging state for sustainable transportation funding
Village Board
The Village of Twin Lakes, Town of Randall, and Town of Wheatland will meet for a special joint board meeting. Dave Bretl from Public Administration Associates, LLC will present a Fire/EMS study for information purposes. No formal action will be taken by any participating boards during this meeting.
- Presentation regarding the joint Fire/EMS Study by Public Administration Associates, LLC
Village Board
This special Village Board meeting includes the swearing-in of trustees and a vote on committee appointments. No other substantive business is listed.
- Consideration of a motion to approve Committee Appointments
Committee of the Whole
The Village Board Committee of the Whole will discuss multiple items including alcohol license changes, a resolution on sustainable transportation funding, a comprehensive plan update, and a new outdoor lighting ordinance. All items are for discussion only; no final votes are scheduled.
- Discussion of Resolution R2026-5-1 urging sustainable transportation funding from the state
- Discussion of Ordinance 2026-5-1 creating Chapter 8.90 on outdoor lighting
- Discussion of a comprehensive plan update recommendation from the Plan Commission
- Discussion of change of agent for 2BG Inc. (Twin Lakes Roadhouse) and Kane's Lakeside LLC (Buoys)
- Discussion of Buoys' request to amend licensed premises for Baggo League tournaments on specific dates