Howard public meetings in 2023

Plan Commission

The Howard Plan Commission will review and take action on three site plans: a building addition at Maplewood Meats, a storage building for Chris Gezella, and a site plan for Lifepoint Health. The meeting also includes routine approval of the agenda and minutes from the previous meeting.

• Site plan for building addition at Maplewood Meats, 4663 Milltown Road
• Site plan for storage building for Chris Gezella, 1530 Gruber Road
• Site plan for Lifepoint Health, 134 S. Taylor St.

Village Board

The Howard Village Board will consider several new business items, including opting out of DuPont and 3M PFAS class action lawsuits, opposing state bills, approving the 2024 Road Resurfacing Program, awarding a contract for a new quad axle haul/dump truck, and authorizing a listing contract with Bay Lakes Commercial for three parcels. The consent agenda includes routine approvals such as minutes, invoices, operator licenses, and election worker appointments.

• Opt out of DuPont and 3M PFAS class action lawsuits
• Resolution 2023-24 opposing Senate Bill 691
• Resolution 2023-25 opposing Senate Bill 455 / Assembly Bill 457
• 2024 Road Resurfacing Program
• Award of new quad axle haul/dump truck

Plan Commission

The Howard Plan Commission will hold a public hearing and vote on rezoning 4577 and 4561 Shawano Ave. from R-5 Rural Estate Residential to R-1 Residential Single Family. The commission will also review a site plan for a storage building at Vandervest Harley Davidson on Velp Ave. The agenda includes routine items like approving minutes and future agenda items.

• Public hearing and action on rezoning 4577 and 4561 Shawano Ave. (parcels VH-26-5, VH-26-6, VH-26-2) from R-5 to R-1
• Site plan review for storage building at Vandervest Harley Davidson, 1966 Velp Ave. (VH-2651-1, VH-2652-1)
• Approve Oct. 16, 2023 Plan Commission minutes

Village Board

The Howard Village Board will meet to approve the consent agenda, which includes the 2024 budget and tax levy, and a rezoning on Shawano Ave. New business includes ordinances on public urination, special assessments for road and utility projects, and property sales. The meeting is open to the public with a virtual option.

• Ordinance 2023-15: Rezone 4577 and 4561 Shawano Ave. from R-5 to R-1
• Ordinance 2023-16: 2024 budget and tax levy
• Resolution 2023-19: Add Sec. 24-364 to Bond Schedule
• Preliminary Resolutions 2023-20/21/22: Special assessments for Lineville Road, Brookfield Ave., and Hillsdale Court
• Resolution 2023-23: Sale of property from Estate of Richard Joseph Lambert

Village Board

The Howard Village Board will hold a public hearing and consider adopting the 2024 budget, along with changes to sanitary sewer surcharge and storm water rates. The board will also act on several resolutions, including special assessments for new developments and an updated TMDL plan. A closed session is scheduled to discuss potential development agreements.

• Public hearing and adoption of 2024 budget
• Ordinance 2023-14: sanitary sewer surcharge rates for industrial customers
• Resolution 2023-18: storm water rates for all customers
• Preliminary resolutions for special assessments on Security Boulevard, Lancaster Creek, Cottages at Hidden Creek, and Hazel Estates
• Change orders: $40,757.23 decrease (KCG Excavating) and $6,675.89 increase (Unlimited Enterprizes)

Village Board

The Village Board is meeting to handle routine approvals, review the second draft of the 2024 budget, and make decisions on special assessments for the Lineville Road reconstruction project and the schedule for Hillsdale Court reconstruction. The agenda also includes several consent agenda items, including change orders and operator licenses.

• Review second draft of 2024 budget
• Decide if Lineville Road reconstruction will be assessed per Special Assessment Policy (Resolution 2018-29)
• Determine schedule for reconstruction and extension of Hillsdale Court
• Approve change orders with decreases: KCG Excavating ($49,816.52 decrease), Feaker & Sons ($8,354.00 decrease), McKeefry & Sons ($12,902.50 decrease)
• Approve preliminary plat of The Cottages at Hidden Creek Third Addition

Plan Commission

The Howard Plan Commission is meeting to review and take action on three site plans and a preliminary plat. The agenda includes site plans for Z Best Investments at 1277 Cornell Road and a building addition for Velocity Baseball at 1705 W. Deerfield Ave., plus the Preliminary Plat of the Cottages at Hidden Creek, Third Addition. The commission will also approve the agenda and minutes from the September 18, 2023 meeting.

• Site plan for Z Best Investments, 1277 Cornell Road, VH-747-B-713-1
• Site plan for building addition for Velocity Baseball, 1705 W. Deerfield Ave., VH-119-2-2
• Preliminary Plat of the Cottages at Hidden Creek, Third Addition
• Approve minutes from Sept. 18, 2023 meeting

Village Board

The Howard Village Board will review the first draft of the 2024 budget and discuss a rezoning ordinance for a day care and maxi-storage facility, as well as nine single-family homes. The board will also consider operator licenses, a special event permit, and enter closed session to discuss naming rights for the splash pad.

• Review first draft of 2024 budget
• Ordinance 2023-12: Rezone VH-582-4-1 to Planned Development District for day care and maxi-storage; rezone VH-727-101 for nine single-family homes
• Approve operator licenses for 12 individuals
• Special event permit for Serving from the Heart Inc. gathering and walk on Sept. 21, 2024
• Closed session to discuss splash pad naming rights at Howard Commons Activity Complex

Police & Fire Commission

The Howard Police and Fire Commission will meet to approve the agenda and minutes, then move into closed session to interview lieutenant candidates and possibly vote on their approval. The meeting is primarily focused on personnel decisions for the police department.

• Closed session under Wis. Stat. 19.85(1)(c) for employment/promotion data
• Interview lieutenant candidates
• Possible action to approve or deny lieutenant candidates
• Department update (if any)

Police & Fire Commission

The Howard Police and Fire Commission will interview lieutenant candidates, then move into closed session to discuss employment data, and reconvene to approve or deny the candidates. The meeting also includes routine approval of the agenda and minutes from the previous meeting.

• Interview lieutenant candidates
• Closed session under Wis. Stat. 19.85(1)(c) for employment data
• Possible action to approve or deny lieutenant candidates
• Department update

Village Board

The Village Board will consider several development items, including the final plat for Hazel Estates First Addition, hiring Ehlers to create TID #10, and awarding a $107,775 contract for the Woodman's Pond Expansion. The consent agenda includes routine approvals and two change orders for road contracts. A closed session is scheduled to discuss the potential sale of portions of VH-2650.

• Final Plat of Hazel Estates First Addition (Plan Commission recommended approval 5-1)
• Hiring Ehlers to begin process to create TID #10
• Award Woodman's Pond Expansion to McKeefry & Sons for $107,775.00
• Change Order #5 to KCG Excavating: $19,931.10 increase (Jewel Meadow Subdivision, Glendale Ave, Stordeur Run Estates)
• Change Order #5 to McKeefry & Sons: $26,395.15 decrease (Village Center Parking Lot, Harwood Ave Watermain Relay)

Plan Commission

The Howard Plan Commission will hold public hearings and take action on two rezoning requests: one for nine single-family homes on VH-727-101 and another for an existing day care and maxi-storage units at 1765 Velp Ave. They will also review preliminary and final plats for residential developments. The meeting includes standard procedural items like approving minutes.

• Public hearing and action on rezoning VH-727-101 to Planned Development District for nine single-family homes
• Public hearing and action on rezoning 1765 Velp Ave. (VH-582-4-1) to Planned Development District for existing day care and maxi-storage units
• Review and action on Preliminary Plat for Lancaster Creek Residential Addition
• Review and action on Final Plats of Hazel Estates First Addition

Police & Fire Commission

The Police and Fire Commission is meeting to approve the agenda and minutes from July 6th, receive an update from the Fire Chief and Assistant Chief on the department and hiring process, and then enter closed session to discuss hiring processes, including the written lieutenants test and interview questions. The meeting is open to the public, with limited in-person attendance due to COVID-19.

• Update on department and hiring process by Chief Staeven and Assistant Chief Steinhorst
• Closed session under Wis. Stats. 19.85(1)(c) to discuss employment, promotion, compensation, or performance evaluation data
• Discussion of hiring processes including written lieutenants test and interview questions

Village Board

The Howard Village Board will vote on several items, including a rezoning request, a parking prohibition on Red Oak Street, and a recycling agreement. They will also hold a closed session to discuss the potential sale of village-owned land. The meeting includes routine approvals and public comments.

• Ordinance 2023-11: Rezone 1803 Red Oak St. from R-5 Rural Estate Residential to R-1 Residential Single Family
• Ordinance 2023-13: Prohibit parking on a portion of Red Oak Street
• Brown County Municipal Recycling Agreement for 2024 Wisconsin Recycling Consolidation Grant
• Ordinance 2023-12: Amend definition of 'child' in Sec. 24-574 and Sec. 50-10(b)
• Closed session to discuss potential sale of portions of VH-1706 and VH-2650

The Village Board approved a municipal recycling agreement to qualify for state grants and updated the village code to define a child as under age 16. The board also approved several operator licenses and a rezoning request. A proposed parking prohibition on Red Oak Street was tabled.

• Approved Intergovernmental Cooperative Agreement for 2024 Wisconsin Recycling Consolidation Grant (Unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 2023-12 redefining 'child' as under the age of 16 (Unanimous)
• Tabled Ordinance 2023-13 prohibiting parking on part of Red Oak Street until two months after Glendale Avenue construction ends (8-1)
• Approved Ordinance 2023-11 rezoning 1803 Red Oak St. from R-5 to R-1 (Unanimous)
• Approved municipal invoices totaling $404,789.44 (Unanimous)
• Approved operator licenses for Ashley M. Bradford, Virgina W-R Helms, Lawrence L. Kempen, Angela H. Raasch, and Julie A. VanBoxtel (Unanimous)

Village Board

The Village Board will consider several land-use items, including a rezoning request and a preliminary planned development for approximately 1,308 multi-family units and commercial space. The board will also act on multiple change orders for ongoing construction contracts, with net cost adjustments. The agenda includes routine consent items and public comment.

• Rezone 1803 Red Oak St. from R-5 to R-1
• Preliminary Planned Development for 3100 AMS Blvd. (1,308 multi-family units, 257,000 sq ft commercial)
• Change Order #2 to Unlimited Enterprizes: $31,592.29 increase (Village Center lighting)
• Change Order #5 to Dorner Inc.: $34,521.03 decrease (Rouse Pointe road)
• Change Order #2 to McKeefry & Sons: $40,430.50 decrease (Rouse Pointe road)

The Village Board approved a Preliminary Planned Development District for TWall Enterprises to build multi-family units and commercial space. The board also approved several road and lighting contract change orders and specific zoning requests. No action was taken on the Howard Commons Apartments financial report.

• Approved Preliminary PDD for 3100 AMS Blvd for ~1,308 units and 257,000 sq ft commercial space (8-1)
• Approved CSM for 1803 Red Oak St contingent on sewer and water extension (unanimous)
• Approved $31,592.29 increase for Village Center 2nd Addition Lighting Contract (unanimous)
• Approved $34,521.03 decrease for Rouse Pointe Subdivision Road Contract (unanimous)
• Approved $40,430.50 decrease for Rouse Pointe Subdivision 2023 Road Contract (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of 1803 Red Oak St from R-5 to R-1 (unanimous)
• Approved conditional use for accessory structures at 1227 E. Deerfield Ave and 1131 Cottage Grove Ave (unanimous)
• Approved Preliminary PDD for Velp Avenue Storage at 1765 Velp Ave (unanimous)

Plan Commission

The Plan Commission will hold public hearings and take action on a rezoning request, two conditional use permits for large accessory structures, and two Planned Development District proposals, including a major mixed-use project. The agenda also includes routine approval of minutes and future agenda items.

• Rezone 1811 Red Oak St. from R-5 to R-1
• Conditional use for 48' x 104' accessory building at 1227 E. Deerfield Ave.
• Conditional use for 43' x 60' accessory building at 1131 Cottage Grove Ave.
• Preliminary PDD for 1,308 multi-family units and 257,000 sq ft commercial at 3100 AMS Blvd.
• Preliminary PDD for existing day care and maxi-storage at 1765 Velp Ave.

The commission approved a Preliminary Planned Development District for 1,308 multi-family units and 257,000 square feet of commercial space. It also approved a rezoning request and two conditional use permits for oversized accessory structures.

• Approved rezoning of 1803 Red Oak St. from R-5 Rural Estate Residential to R-1 Residential Single Family (unanimous)
• Approved conditional use for accessory structure larger than 1,600 sq ft at 1227 E. Deerfield Ave. (unanimous)
• Approved conditional use for accessory structure larger than 1,600 sq ft at 1131 Cottage Grove Ave. (unanimous)
• Approved Preliminary PDD for TWall Enterprises at 3100 AMS Blvd for ~1,308 multi-family units and up to 257,000 sq ft commercial space (unanimous)
• Approved Preliminary PDD for Velp Avenue Storage at 1765 Velp Ave. for daycare and maxi-storage units (unanimous)

Village Board

The Village Board will consider an ordinance amending regulations at Howard Commons Activity Complex and review 2024 budget policies. The board will also approve routine consent agenda items, including licenses and minutes, and hold a closed session to discuss potential sale of village-owned land.

• Ordinance 2023-10 amending sections 28-20 and 28-22 and creating section 28-35 regarding Howard Commons Activity Complex
• 2024 Budget policies review and action
• Temporary Class B Retailer License for Blessfest event Oct. 1, 2023 at St. John the Baptist Church, 2597 Glendale Ave.
• Approval of 19 operator licenses
• Closed session to discuss potential sale of portions of VH-32 and VH-31-4

The Village Board approved the sale of 22.69 acres of land (portions of VH-32 and VH-31-4) for $32,000 per acre. The board also adopted new regulations for the Howard Commons Activity Complex and approved the 2024 Budget policies.

• Approved sale of 22.69 acres (VH-32 and VH-31-4) at $32,000 per acre (Unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 2023-10 regarding Howard Commons Activity Complex regulations (8-1)
• Approved 2024 Budget policies (Unanimous)
• Approved $2,233,406.55 in municipal invoices (Unanimous)
• Approved Temporary Class B Retailer License for Blessfest (Unanimous)
• Approved 19 Operator Licenses (Unanimous)

Sex Offender Residency Appeals Board

The Sex Offender Residency Appeals Board will review and take action on Brittany Lynn Lange's appeal to reside at 2507 Glendale Ave. The board will hear a police department summary and public comments before deciding. The agenda also includes approving prior minutes, accepting a member's resignation, and discussing future meeting times.

• Residency appeal from Brittany Lynn Lange to reside at 2507 Glendale Ave.
• Howard Police Department neighborhood summary and verbal report
• Public comments on the appeal
• Approval of minutes from June 22, 2022 meeting
• Resignation of member Tod Kulow

The Sex Offender Residence Appeals Board reviewed a request from Brittany Lynn Lange to reside at 2507 Glendale Ave. After hearing testimony from the applicant, family, and community members, the board voted to deny the request.

• Approved June 22, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Denied residency appeal for Brittany Lynn Lange to reside at 2507 Glendale Ave (unanimous)

Village Board

The Howard Village Board is meeting to consider several routine items and two ordinances: one amending exceptions to sexual offender residency restrictions and another confirming the village has no designated newspaper. The board will also review a preliminary planned development for nine homes and receive an annual financial report.

• Ordinance 2023-08 amending Sec. 24-576(f) on sexual offender/predator residency exceptions
• Ordinance 2023-09 confirming no designated newspaper and allowing other posting options
• Preliminary PDD for nine single-family homes on 2.46 acres (Parcel VH-727-101)
• Change orders for road/utility contracts: Dorner +$4,884.60, McKeefry -$9,653.88, Feaker -$11,220, KCG +$6,870, McKeefry -$5,999.25
• Temporary Class B Retailer's License for Wisconsin United Football Club soccer tournament July 29-30

The Village Board approved ordinances regarding sexual offender residency exceptions and the removal of a designated official newspaper. The board also approved several operator licenses and a preliminary PDD for a nine-home development.

• Approved Ordinance 2023-08 amending sexual offender and sexual predator residency exceptions (Unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 2023-09 confirming no designated newspaper and allowing website posting for legal notices (Unanimous)
• Approved Preliminary PDD for Steve Bieda for nine single-family homes on 2.46 acres (Unanimous)
• Approved operator license for Alexander L. LaLuzerne (5-2)
• Approved operator license for Nicole R. Martin (7-2)
• Approved 10 operator licenses and one Temporary Class B Retailer’s License for Wisconsin United Football Club (Unanimous)
• Approved municipal invoices totaling $3,581,914.05 (Unanimous)
• Approved four road and utility contract change orders for Rouse Pointe, Jewel Meadow, and Village Center projects (Unanimous)

Plan Commission

The Howard Plan Commission will review and take action on two development items: an amended site plan for a 5,300-square-foot building at 645 Cardinal Lane, and a preliminary Planned Development District (PDD) for nine single-family homes on 2.46 acres. The meeting also includes routine approval of the agenda and minutes from the previous meeting.

• Amended site plan for JSCP properties, 5,300-square-foot building at 645 Cardinal Lane (VH-447-2 and part of VH-447-B)
• Preliminary PDD for Steve Bieda, nine single-family homes on 2.46 acres of Parcel VH-727-101

The Plan Commission approved a revised site plan for a medical building at 645 Cardinal Lane. The commission also recommended approval of a Preliminary PDD for a nine-home single-family subdivision on Parcel VH-727-101.

• Approved site plan for JSCP properties medical building at 645 Cardinal Lane (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of Preliminary PDD for nine single-family homes on Parcel VH-727-101 (unanimous)

Village Board

The Howard Village Board will consider a resolution amending its written personnel policies, receive the annual financial report for the General Fund and Village Green Golf Course, and discuss a development agreement in closed session. The agenda also includes routine consent items such as approving minutes, invoices, operator licenses, and liquor license renewals.

• Resolution 2023-12 amending personnel policies
• Annual financial report for General Fund and Village Green Golf Course
• Closed session to discuss development agreement for VH-119-2-1 and VH-119-2-2
• Renewal of Class B beer and liquor licenses for Julie's Café West and The Clubhouse Indoor Golf
• Temporary Class B license for Misfit Mutts Dog Rescue event on Aug. 19

The Village Board approved changes to personnel policies and processed a series of liquor license renewals. The board also reviewed annual financial reports for the General Fund and Village Green Golf Course, though no action was taken on those reports.

• Approved Resolution 2023-13 to include $300 pager pay and require administrative approval for new hires under the nepotism policy (6-1)
• Approved municipal invoices totaling $355,707.78 (unanimous)
• Approved 28 Renewal Operator Licenses (unanimous)
• Approved Class B beer and liquor license renewals for Julie’s Café West and The Clubhouse Indoor Golf (unanimous)
• Approved Temporary Class B Retailer’s License for Misfit Mutts Dog Rescue (unanimous)
• Approved June 26, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Police & Fire Commission

The Police and Fire Commission will review and interview an assistant chief candidate, then may move into closed session to discuss the candidate's employment data. After returning to open session, the commission may vote to approve or deny the candidate. The agenda also includes routine approval of minutes and a department update.

• Review/interview assistant chief candidate
• Closed session under Wis. Stats. 19.85(1)(c) for employment data
• Possible action to approve/deny assistant chief candidate
• Approve minutes from June 28, 2023 meeting
• Department update

The Police and Fire Commission met to interview a candidate and appoint a new Assistant Chief. The commission unanimously approved the appointment of Jeff Steinhorst to the position.

• Approved the meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved June 28, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Appointed Jeff Steinhorst as Assistant Chief for Howard Fire Rescue (unanimous)

Police & Fire Commission

The Police and Fire Commission will review and potentially approve the appointment of a Director of Public Safety effective July 1, 2023, and consider an Assistant Chief candidate. The meeting includes a closed session to discuss employment data, followed by possible action on an Assistant Fire Chief appointment. The agenda also includes approval of prior minutes and a department update.

• Review/approve Director of Public Safety appointment effective July 1, 2023
• Review Assistant Chief candidate
• Closed session under Wis. Stat. 19.85(1)(c) for employment data
• Possible action on Assistant Fire Chief appointment
• Approve minutes from May 10, 2023 meeting

The Police and Fire Commission met to interview a candidate and appoint a new Assistant Chief. Following a closed session, the commission voted to appoint Jeff Steinhorst to the role.

• Appointed Jeff Steinhorst as Assistant Chief for Howard Fire Rescue (unanimous)

Village Board

The Village Board will consider several new business items, including amending sewer rates, approving special assessments for Rainbow Court and Oliver Lane, and rejecting bids for the Woodman's Pond Expansion and Village Center Pavilion projects. The board will also review a certified survey map for Dollar Tree and enter closed session to discuss a development agreement and lease negotiations.

• Ordinance 2023-06 amending sewer rates for all customer classes
• Resolution 2023-12 levying special assessments on Rainbow Court, Oliver Lane, and Cottages at Hidden Creek First Addition
• Reject bids for Woodman's Pond Expansion and Village Center Pavilion Maintenance Building projects
• Certified Survey Map for Dollar Tree at 340 Cardinal Lane
• Closed session on development agreement for VH-119-2-1 and VH-119-2-2 and Howard Commons lease

The Village Board unanimously approved Ordinance 2023-06 to increase sewer rates for all customer classes. The board also rejected bids for the Woodman’s Pond Expansion and the Village Center Pavilion Maintenance Building due to high costs. Additionally, a certified survey map for a new Dollar Tree was approved.

• Approved Ordinance 2023-06 amending sewer rates for all customer classes (Unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2023-12 amending special assessments for Rainbow Court, Oliver Lane, and Cottages at Hidden Creek First Addition (Unanimous)
• Rejected bids for Woodman’s Pond Expansion project to allow for rebidding (Unanimous)
• Rejected bids for Village Center Pavilion Maintenance Building; Village to act as general contractor (Unanimous)
• Approved Certified Survey Map for Dollar Tree at 340 Cardinal Lane (Unanimous)
• Approved conditional use for 120’ monopole cell tower at 470 Security Blvd. (Unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 2023-07 creating Chapter 45 Shoreland Wetland District (Unanimous)
• Approved municipal invoices totaling $2,615,271.22 (Unanimous)

Plan Commission

The Howard Plan Commission will hold public hearings and take action on a conditional use request for a 120-foot cell tower, a new Shoreland Wetland District chapter, and an amendment to accessory building size limits. They will also review a preliminary Planned Development District for contractor and mini-warehouse buildings on Riverview Drive.

• Conditional use for 120' monopole cell tower at 470 Security Blvd., VH-1502 (Nsight Wireless)
• Create Chapter 45 Shoreland Wetland District of Village of Howard Municipal Code
• Amend Sec. 50-860 to allow accessory buildings up to 1,024 sq ft in R-1, R-2, R-3, R-4 districts
• Preliminary PDD for Tim Brunette: two contractor buildings and three mini-warehouse buildings (74 units) at 2200 block Riverview Drive, VH-455-4

The commission approved a conditional use request for Nsight Wireless to build a monopole cell tower. It also recommended the creation of a new municipal code chapter for Shoreland and Wetland Zoning. Two other items regarding accessory building sizes and a warehouse project were tabled.

• Approved conditional use for 120’ monopole cell tower at 470 Security Blvd. (unanimous)
• Recommended creating Chapter 45 Shoreland Wetland District of the Municipal Code (unanimous)
• Tabled amendment to Sec. 50-860 regarding accessory building sizes in R-1, R-2, R-3, and R-4 districts (unanimous)
• Tabled Preliminary PDD for contractor and mini-warehouse buildings at 2200 block of Riverview Drive (unanimous)

Village Board

The Village Board will vote on routine items including operator and alcohol licenses, then take up a sewer utility compliance report and a new alcohol license for Howard Commons. A closed session is scheduled to discuss potential land sales, a development agreement, and lease negotiations for a Howard Commons commercial space.

• Resolution 2023-11 approving 2022 Compliance Maintenance Annual Report for Howard Sewer Utility
• Original Alcohol Beverage Retail License for Howard Commons Activity Complex, 2750 Howard Commons
• Closed session on potential sale of VH-32, VH-31-4, VH-1706, VH-2650 and development agreement for VH-727-103
• Renewal and new operator licenses (14 renewals, 12 new)
• Class B beer and liquor license renewals for Bark & Brew, Duck Creek Pub, Just One More Bar & Grill

The Village Board approved the 2022 Compliance Maintenance Annual Report for the Howard Sewer Utility. The board also approved various operator and establishment alcohol licenses, including a new retail license for the Howard Commons Activity Complex.

• Approved Resolution 2023-11 for the 2022 Howard Sewer Utility Compliance Maintenance Annual Report (unanimous)
• Approved Original Alcohol Beverage Retail License Application for Howard Commons Activity Complex (unanimous)
• Approved municipal invoices totaling $865,864.73 (unanimous)
• Approved 15 renewal operator licenses (unanimous)
• Approved 12 new operator licenses (unanimous)
• Approved Class B beer license for Howard Commons Activity Complex (unanimous)
• Approved Class B beer license renewals for Brown County Sportsmen’s Club and AmericInn by Wyndham Green Bay West (unanimous)
• Approved Class B beer and liquor license renewals for Bark & Brew LLC, Duck Creek Pub, and Just One More Bar & Grill (unanimous)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The meeting was canceled after applicants Chris and Jackie VanDeHey withdrew their variance petition. No substantive decisions were made.

• Withdrew variance petition for garage at 2871 Drake Place

Village Board

The Howard Village Board is meeting to approve a consent agenda with routine items, including operator and liquor license renewals, several road and utility contract change orders totaling over $35,000, and committee appointments. Under new business, the board will review and take action on the purchase of a drum roller/compactor, dump bodies and hoists for two trucks, a resolution for a new at-grade crossing on Hidden Creek Trail, and a proposal to publish public hearing notices online.

• Change orders: McKeefry & Sons +$6,390; KCG Excavating +$12,430; Feaker & Sons +$4,428; Northeast Asphalt +$11,929.50
• Renewal of 10 operator licenses and 7 new operator licenses
• 2023-2024 Class A, B, C beer and liquor license renewals for multiple establishments
• Resolution 2023-10: petition for new at-grade crossing on Hidden Creek Trail
• Purchase of a single drum roller/compactor and dump bodies/hoists for two trucks

The Village Board approved the purchase of a vibratory roller and two truck bodies and hoists. The board also passed a resolution to petition for a new at-grade crossing on Hidden Creek Trail and approved several operator license renewals and contract change orders.

• Approved purchase of used 2021 Bomag 177 vibratory roller for $95,000 (Unanimous)
• Approved purchase of two chassis cab bodies and hoists from Olsen Trailer and Body for $43,670 (Unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2023-10 to petition for a new at-grade crossing on Hidden Creek Trail (Unanimous)
• Approved municipal invoices totaling $2,360,985.08 (Unanimous)
• Approved 17 new or renewal operator licenses and 4 business liquor license renewals (Unanimous)
• Approved four road and utility contract change orders totaling $35,147.50 (Unanimous)
• Approved appointments to Community Development Authority, Tree Board, and Sex Offender Residence Appeals Board (Unanimous)

Board of Review

The Board of Review is meeting to certify the 2023 assessment roll, correct errors, and hear any late taxpayer appeals. They will also approve minutes from 2022 meetings, verify training and assessor affidavits, and deliberate on appeals. This is a routine but legally required process for property tax assessments.

• Approve minutes from 2022 Board of Review meetings
• Verify mandatory training requirement (S. 70.46(4) Wis. Stats.)
• Examine assessment roll, correct errors, add omitted property, eliminate double assessments (S. 70.43 Wis. Stats.)
• Receive taxpayer appeals for 2023 assessment roll not filed by May 15, 2023, 2pm deadline
• Deliberate on each hearing and discuss need for additional meetings

Plan Commission

The Howard Plan Commission will review and take action on amendments to municipal code sections regarding accessory building sizes in R-1 through R-4 districts, home occupations, and a new Shoreland and Wetland Zoning section. They will also review a site plan for an accessory storage building at Howard Commons on Riverview Drive. The meeting includes routine items like agenda approval and minutes from the April 17, 2023 meeting.

• Amend Sec. 50-860: Accessory building size in R-1, R-2, R-3, R-4 districts
• Amend Sec. 50-867: Home occupations
• Create Section 46: Shoreland and Wetland Zoning
• Site plan for accessory storage building at Howard Commons, Riverview Drive, Parcel VH-3338

The commission approved a site plan for a village storage building on Riverview Drive. Additionally, the board voted to hold public hearings regarding amendments to accessory building sizes, home occupation rules, and the creation of a new Shoreland and Wetland Zoning code section.

• Approved site plan for accessory storage building at Howard Commons on Riverview Drive (unanimous)
• Called for public hearing to amend Sec. 50-860 to remove the 5% limit on accessory building size (unanimous)
• Called for public hearing to amend Sec. 50-867 regarding home occupations (unanimous)
• Called for public hearing to create Section 46 of the Municipal Code for Shoreland and Wetland Zoning (unanimous)

Village Board

The Village Board will hear the auditor's report on the 2022 annual financial report and consider authorizing the fire department to pursue paramedic licensure. The consent agenda includes routine approvals such as minutes, invoices, a proclamation, a zoning ordinance amendment, and numerous operator and liquor license renewals. A closed session is scheduled to discuss purchasing a portion of VH-3338, with possible action afterward.

• Auditor's report on 2022 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report
• Authorize fire department to pursue paramedic licensure
• Ordinance 2023-05: allow larger accessory buildings in R-5 district
• 2023-2024 liquor license renewals for multiple establishments
• Closed session to discuss purchase of VH-3338

The Village Board approved the Howard Fire Department's pursuit of paramedic licensure from the Wisconsin Department of Health Services. The Board also authorized the purchase of a portion of property VH-3338 and approved several liquor license renewals.

• Authorized Howard Fire Department to pursue paramedic licensure from the Wisconsin Department of Health Services (Unanimous)
• Approved purchase of a portion of VH-3338 for $150,000 (Unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 2023-05 to allow larger accessory buildings in R-5 Rural Estate Residential Zoning District (Unanimous)
• Approved municipal invoices totaling $236,811.74 (Unanimous)
• Approved 23 renewal operator licenses and 8 new operator licenses (Unanimous)
• Approved 2023-2024 beer and liquor license renewals for 10 establishments (Unanimous)
• Approved new 2023-2024 Class B beer and liquor license for Kropp’s Supper Club (Unanimous)
• Approved 2023 World Migratory Bird Day Proclamation (Unanimous)

Tree Board

The Howard Tree Board is meeting at Juza-Oliver Park for its Arbor Day tree planting event. The agenda includes a call to order, roll call, approval of the agenda, and the tree planting activity with the Girl Scouts and WMBD, followed by adjournment.

• Tree planting with Girl Scouts/WMBD at Juza-Oliver Park, 1070 Herne Bay Way

Village Board

The Howard Village Board will consider a consent agenda with routine items including operator licenses, alcohol license renewals, and committee appointments. They will also discuss amendments to zoning ordinances regarding accessory buildings and road debris, and take action on special assessments for Jewel Meadow and Glendale Avenue, a development agreement for Hidden Creek Estates, and the 2023 admission policy for Duck Creek Quarry beach. The meeting includes a public hearing on the special assessments and a closed session for legal strategy.

• Public hearing and final resolution for special assessments on Plat of Jewel Meadow and Glendale Avenue
• Ordinance 2023-03 prohibiting spillage, mud, or debris from motor vehicles on village roadways
• Development agreement with Ryan Radue for Hidden Creek Estates
• 2023 admission policy for Duck Creek Quarry beach
• Consent agenda includes operator licenses and Class A/B beer and liquor license renewals for multiple establishments

The Village Board established a new admission policy for Duck Creek Quarry beach and approved zoning amendments for accessory buildings in R-5 districts. The board also passed an ordinance prohibiting vehicle debris on roadways and authorized special assessments for Jewel Meadow and Glendale Avenue.

• Approved Duck Creek Quarry beach policy: free for residents, 250 non-resident households at $50 fee (6-3)
• Approved zoning amendment allowing accessory buildings over 1,600 sq ft in R-5 districts on parcels 3+ acres (7-1)
• Approved Ordinance 2023-03 prohibiting spillage, mud, or debris from motor vehicles on roadways (unanimous)
• Approved Final Resolution 2023-09 for special assessments on Plat of Jewel Meadow and Glendale Avenue (8-1)
• Approved development agreement with Ryan Radue for Hidden Creek Estates (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 2023-04 revising the floodplain ordinance and map (unanimous)
• Approved Final PDD for a new Dollar Tree store at 340 Cardinal Lane (unanimous)
• Approved $1,203,524.39 in municipal invoices (unanimous)

Plan Commission

The Plan Commission will hold public hearings and take action on proposed floodplain zoning ordinance and map revisions required by state and federal law, and on a final PDD request for a new Dollar Tree store at the 300 block of Cardinal Lane. The meeting also includes routine items like approving the agenda and prior minutes.

• Public hearing on proposed floodplain zoning ordinance and map revisions
• Action on floodplain zoning ordinance and map revisions
• Public hearing for Final PDD approval for Dollar Tree store at 300 block of Cardinal Lane, VH-459-9
• Action on Final PDD for Dollar Tree store

The commission held public hearings regarding required floodplain zoning ordinance and map revisions. A public hearing was also held for a Final PDD request for a new Dollar Tree store at the 300 block of Cardinal Lane. The provided minutes do not record the final votes or outcomes for these items.

Village Board

The Village Board will hold a public hearing and vote on special assessments for the Plat of Rouse Pointe and a sanitary sewer easement. They will also consider an ordinance to prohibit mud and debris on roads, a right of refusal for a property, and extending a shared grant writer agreement. The consent agenda includes routine approvals such as minutes, invoices, and liquor licenses.

• Public hearing and final resolution on special assessments for Plat of Rouse Pointe
• Ordinance 2023-03 prohibiting spillage, mud, or debris from vehicles on village roadways
• Right of refusal for 1111 N. Military Ave. (VH-601-A)
• Extend shared grant writer agreement with Village of Suamico and Howard-Suamico School District
• Temporary Class B licenses for Providence Academy gala and Humane Society Pet Walk

The Village Board approved special assessments for the Plat of Rouse Pointe and a sanitary sewer easement. The board also extended a shared grant writer agreement and waived its right of first refusal for a property on N. Military Ave.

• Approved Resolution 2023-08 for special assessments on Plat of Rouse Pointe (unanimous)
• Tabled Ordinance 2023-03 regarding vehicle mud and debris on roadways (6-2)
• Waived right of first refusal for 1111 N. Military Ave. (unanimous)
• Approved extended agreement for shared grant writer with Suamico and school district (unanimous)
• Approved $783,614.94 in municipal invoices (unanimous)
• Approved seven operator licenses (unanimous)
• Approved two temporary Class B Retailer’s Licenses for Providence Academy and Wisconsin Humane Society (unanimous)
• Approved four Class B beer and liquor license renewals (unanimous)

Village Board

The Howard Village Board is meeting to handle routine business, including approving licenses, consent agenda items, and financial reports. The board will also enter closed session to discuss TIF incentives for specific properties and the village administrator's performance and compensation. No new or unfinished business items are listed.

• Approve 2023-2024 liquor license renewals for Express Pantry, Razor Axe LLC, CB's Tap, Gilligan's Bar & Grill, Village Lanes, and Mexico Lindo Restaurant
• Approve construction change order #3 to Feaker & Sons for Rouse Pointe Subdivision Utility Contract ($43,218.95 decrease)
• Approve construction change order #1 to Unlimited Enterprizes LLC for Village Center 2nd Addition Lighting Contract ($5,515.64 increase)
• Closed session to discuss TIF incentives for VH-119-2-2 and VH-712
• Closed session to consider performance evaluation and compensation of village administrator

The Village Board approved a TIF loan to assist B&D Warehouse with the purchase of VH-712 and adjusted the Village Administrator's pay. The board also approved a consent agenda including municipal invoices and several liquor license renewals.

• Approved $130,000 loan from TIF #4 to Tim Daanen of B&D Warehouse for purchase of VH-712 (unanimous)
• Approved adjusting Village Administrator’s pay to Line 13 of the compensation schedule (unanimous)
• Approved municipal invoices totaling $1,780,241.74 (unanimous)
• Approved operator license for Kayla M. Steinfeldt (unanimous)
• Approved beer and liquor license renewals for Varsha Inc., Razor Axe LLC, CB’s Tap, Gilligan’s Bar & Grill LLC, Village Lanes of Howard, and Mexico Lindo Restaurant LLC (unanimous)
• Approved Rouse Pointe Subdivision Utility Contract change order #3 for a $43,218.95 decrease (unanimous)
• Approved Village Center 2nd Addition Lighting Contract change order #1 for a $5,515.64 increase (unanimous)

Plan Commission

The Howard Plan Commission will review and take action on a site plan for a 5,300-square-foot building at 645 Cardinal Lane (parcels VH-447-2 and part of VH-447-B). They will also review and discuss a draft Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan. The meeting includes routine items like approving the agenda and prior minutes.

• Site plan review for 5,300-sq-ft building at 645 Cardinal Lane
• Draft Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan discussion
• Approval of Feb. 27, 2023 meeting minutes

The Plan Commission unanimously approved a site plan for a 5,300-square-foot medical building at 645 Cardinal Lane with five specific conditions. The commission also reviewed a draft Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan, but no action was taken on it.

• Approved site plan for 5,300-square-foot building at 645 Cardinal Lane (unanimous)

Village Board

The Village Board awarded multiple construction contracts to McKeefry & Sons and David Tenor Corp for roadway and utility projects. The board also approved special assessment agreements for two subdivisions and a grant application for a multi-use trail bridge.

• Awarded Rouse Pointe Roadway Phase 2 project to McKeefry & Sons for $421,576 (Unanimous)
• Awarded Village Center parking lot and Harwood Avenue Watermain Relay Roadway project to McKeefry & Sons for $769,134.50 (Unanimous)
• Awarded Village Center parking lot and Harwood Avenue Watermain Relay Utility project to David Tenor Corp. for $180,463.00 (Unanimous)
• Approved special assessment agreements with Rouse Real Estate LLC for Jewel Meadow and Rouse Point subdivisions (Unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2023-06 supporting a grant for a multi-use trail bridge over Duck Creek (Unanimous)
• Approved 2022 MS4 annual storm water management report (Unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2023-07 establishing No Mow May for May 2023 (Unanimous)
• Approved $1,396,960.07 in municipal invoices via consent agenda (Unanimous)

Village Board

The Village Board will consider a development agreement for Stordeur Run Estates Third Addition and award contracts for roadway and utility projects in Jewel Meadow Subdivision, Glendale Ave, and Stordeur Run Estates. The board will also hold a closed session to discuss the potential sale of two properties.

• Development agreement for Stordeur Run Estates Third Addition
• Roadway project awarded to KCG Excavating for $1,013,403.80
• Utility project awarded to Feaker & Sons for $788,714.30
• Closed session to discuss potential sale of VH-31-4 and VH-32
• Consent agenda includes operator license, special events, and temporary liquor licenses

The Village Board approved construction contracts for the Jewel Meadow Subdivision, Glendale Avenue, and Stordeur Run Estates 3rd Addition. The board also approved a development agreement for Stordeur Run Estates 3rd Addition and several event licenses.

• Approved roadway project award to KCG Excavating LLC for $1,013,403.80 (Unanimous)
• Approved utility project award to Feaker & Sons for $788,555.00 (Unanimous)
• Approved development agreement for Stordeur Run Estates 3rd Addition (Unanimous)
• Approved municipal invoices totaling $392,223.60 (Unanimous)
• Approved Operator License for Nathan D. Raisbeck (Unanimous)
• Approved special event and Temporary Class B Retailer’s License for Bryan’s Angel Classic on June 16, 2023 (Unanimous)
• Approved special events and Temporary Class B Retailer’s Licenses for HSYSA tournaments June 16-18, July 21-23, and July 27-30 (Unanimous)

Plan Commission

The Plan Commission approved a preliminary plat for a 29-lot residential addition and a preliminary PDD for a Dollar Tree. The Dollar Tree approval included specific conditions regarding easements and site grading for drainage.

• Approved Preliminary Plat of the Cottages at Hidden Creek Second Addition (unanimous)
• Approved Preliminary PDD for Dollar Tree at the 300 block of Cardinal Lane with conditions for easements and site grading (unanimous)
• Approved Jan. 16, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Village Board

The Howard Village Board will consider a hunting map for the village and a resolution to join a mutual aid agreement for water and wastewater services. The meeting also includes routine approvals, a proclamation for a longtime employee, and a decision on a property claim.

• Review and action on Village of Howard Hunting Map
• Resolution 2023-05 and WIWARN Mutual Aid and Assistance Agreement for water/wastewater services
• Proclamation recognizing Mike Butz for 35 years of service
• Denial of personal property claim from Roaring Fork LLC
• Approval of operator licenses for 14 individuals

The Village Board approved proposed changes to the Village of Howard Firearm Discharge (Hunting) Map following public testimony. The board also approved a mutual aid agreement for water and wastewater systems and processed several administrative items.

• Approved proposed shotgun-discharge boundaries (8-1)
• Approved Resolution 2023-05 and WIWARN Mutual Aid and Assistance Agreement (unanimous)
• Approved municipal invoices totaling $1,939,923.37 (unanimous)
• Denied Personal Property Claim from Roaring Fork LLC (unanimous)
• Approved 14 operator licenses (unanimous)
• Tabled proclamation for Mike Butz

Tree Board

The Howard Tree Board is meeting to plan its 2023 activities, including tree care, Arbor Day and Bird City tree planting programs, and arboretum signage and pruning. The agenda is mostly planning discussion with no votes on specific contracts or ordinances. Public comments are limited to three minutes per speaker.

• Planning for tree care in 2023
• Planning for Arbor Day/Bird City Tree Planting & Program
• Planning for Arboretum Signage and Tree Pruning
• Set next Tree Board meeting date

Village Board

The Village Board will consider several items, including a rezoning request for a 33-unit single-family condominium development, annexation of land from the Town of Pittsfield, a parking prohibition on Lineville Road, and a new liquor license. They will also discuss the 2023 Public Safety referendum strategy and review the unaudited financial report for the General Fund and Village Green Golf Course.

• Rezone VH-4070 to Planned Development District for 33-unit condominium (Plan Commission recommended approval 6-1)
• Ordinance 2023-01: annex 1919 County U from Town of Pittsfield
• Ordinance 2023-02: prohibit parking on portions of Lineville Road
• New Class B Retailer License for Rivers Bend, 792 Riverview Drive
• Construction change orders: $15,255 decrease (Hazel Estates) and $6,637.10 increase (Cottages at Hidden Creek)

The Village Board approved a rezoning request for a 33-unit single-family condominium development with specific private maintenance conditions. The board also approved the annexation of a property from the Town of Pittsfield and new parking prohibitions on Lineville Road.

• Approved rezoning of VH-4070 to Planned Development District for 33-unit condos (7-1)
• Approved Ordinance 2023-01 annexing 1919 County U from Town of Pittsfield (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 2023-02 prohibiting parking on portions of Lineville Road (unanimous)
• Approved Class B Retailer License for Rivers Bend (unanimous)
• Approved operator licenses for Amy C. Rochette and Samantha R. Salesky (unanimous)
• Approved municipal invoices totaling $932,876.01 (unanimous)
• Approved $15,255.00 decrease for Hazel Estates Subdivision Road Contract change order #5 (unanimous)
• Approved $6,637.10 increase for Cottages at Hidden Creek 1st Addition Utility Contract change order #4 (unanimous)

Plan Commission

The Plan Commission will hold a public hearing and take action on a request to rezone VH-4070 to Planned Development District for a 33-unit single-family condominium development. The commission will also review and act on site plans for a building alteration and addition for NEW Dermatology and a 40,000-square-foot addition for SOAR Converting.

• Public hearing and action on rezoning VH-4070 to Planned Development District for 33-unit single-family condominium development
• Site plan for building alteration and addition for NEW Dermatology, 2360 Duck Creek Parkway
• Site plan for 40,000-square-foot building addition for SOAR Converting, 1480 Brookfield Ave.

The Plan Commission approved a rezoning request for a 33-unit condominium development and two commercial site plans. The condominium approval includes requirements for private roads and utilities.

• Approved rezoning VH-4070 to Planned Development District for Rouse Pointe 33-unit condos (6-1)
• Approved site plan for building alteration and addition at NEW Dermatology, 2360 Duck Creek Parkway (unanimous)
• Approved site plan for 40,000-square-foot building addition for SOAR Converting, 1480 Brookfield Ave. (unanimous)

Village Board

The Village Board will consider a resolution to place a referendum on the April 4, 2023 ballot asking voters to exceed levy limits for public safety funding. They will also act on resolutions to rescind a TID extension and to initiate special assessments on Glendale Avenue and two plats. The agenda includes routine consent items such as licenses, invoices, and construction change orders.

• Resolution 2023-04: referendum on public safety funding to exceed levy limits
• Resolution 2023-01: rescinding Resolution 2022-15 extending TID #3
• Preliminary Resolution 2023-02: special assessments on Glendale Avenue and Plat of Jewel Meadow
• Preliminary Resolution 2023-03: special assessments on Glendale Avenue and Plat of Stordeur Run 2nd Addition
• Change orders: $47,616.75 increase (Marley Street Utilities), $14,071.04 decrease (2022 Resurfacing), $6,536.60 increase (Rouse Pointe Subdivision road)

The Village Board approved a referendum question to exceed levy limits for public safety funding. The board also authorized special assessment powers for projects on Glendale Avenue and rescinded a previous resolution regarding TID #3.

• Approved Resolution 2023-04 for public safety funding referendum (Unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2023-01 rescinding the extension of TID #3 (Unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2023-02 for special assessment powers on Glendale Avenue and Jewel Meadow (6-1)
• Approved Resolution 2023-03 for special assessment powers on Glendale Avenue and Stordeur Run 2nd Addition (Unanimous)
• Approved $4,216,093.68 in municipal invoices (Unanimous)
• Approved operator licenses for Kim M. Benton, Andrew J. Hucek, Tyler J. Kiiskila, and Preston D. Rusch (Unanimous)
• Approved Duck Creek Clash Disc Golf Tournament for April 29, 2023 (Unanimous)
• Approved Happily Ever After Steps for Pets Walk for Sept. 16, 2023 (Unanimous)