Howard public meetings in 2025

Village Board

The Howard Village Board will consider a consent agenda of routine items, several plan commission proposals, and new business items. Key decisions include a rezoning request for parcel VH-25 at 4480 Shawano Avenue, a certified survey map for the same parcel, the 2026 road resurfacing plan, and a sewer relocation order for Glendale Avenue. A closed‑session will discuss a letter of intent for parcel VH-32 and purchase offers for parcels VH-14 and part of 900 Riverview Drive.

• Approve rezoning of parcel VH-25, 4480 Shawano Avenue from R-5 Rural Estate to R-1 Residential Single Family
• Approve the Preliminary Plat of Kropp’s Korner
• Approve Final Planned Development for senior living on parcels VH-200 and VH-200-1
• Approve the Final Plat of The Cottages at Hidden Creek Estates 4th Addition
• Review and act on a Certified Survey Map for Garot and Roffers at 4480 Shawano Avenue

The Village Board approved the Rennes Group senior living development on parcels VH-200 and VH-200-1 (6‑2). It also adopted the 2026 road resurfacing plan, a sewer relocation order for Glendale Avenue, and three land purchase agreements, including a $14,000 purchase of three acres on VH-516-2 and a $996,894.23 purchase of VH-14.

• Approved Rennes Group Final Planned Development for senior living on VH-200 & VH-200-1 (6-2)
• Approved Certified Survey Map for 4480 Shawano Avenue (unanimous)
• Approved 2026 Road Resurfacing Plan (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2025-24 Glendale Avenue sanitary sewer relocation (7-1)
• Approved Offer to Purchase 3 acres of VH-516-2 for $14,000 (unanimous)
• Approved Letter of Intent with Primrose Retirement Communities for VH-32 (7-1)
• Approved Offer to Purchase VH-14 for $996,894.23 (7-1)

Sex Offender Residency Appeals Board

The Sex Offender Residency Appeals Board will convene to review and act on a residency appeal submitted by Adam Pilz to live at 804 Ash Street. The meeting will also approve minutes from the June 2, 2025 SORAB meeting. The board may hold a closed session to discuss sensitive personal histories before reconvening in open session for any action. The meeting concludes with adjournment.

• Approve minutes from the SORAB meeting of June 2, 2025
• Review and take action on Adam Pilz's residency appeal for 804 Ash Street
• Potential closed session under Wis. Stat. 19.85 to consider sensitive histories
• Future agenda items and other discussion
• Adjourn the meeting

The Sex Offender Residence Appeals Board reviewed Adam Pilz’s request to live at 804 Ash Street, heard public comments, and voted to deny the appeal. The motion to deny was moved by Sheila Garrigan, seconded by John Hanley, and carried unanimously. The board also approved the June 2, 2025 meeting minutes and adjourned the meeting unanimously.

• Approved June 2, 2025 SORAB meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Denied Adam Pilz residency appeal for 804 Ash Street (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Plan Commission

The Plan Commission will hold public hearings regarding a residential rezoning request and a senior living development. The body will also take action on plats for Kropp’s Korner and The Cottages at Hidden Creek Estates 4th Addition.

• Public hearing and action on rezoning 4480 Shawano Avenue from R-5 Rural Estate Residential to R-1 Residential Single Family
• Action on the Preliminary Plat of Kropp’s Korner
• Public hearing and action on Rennes Group's Final Planned Development for senior living on VH-200 and VH-200-1
• Action on the Final Plat of The Cottages at Hidden Creek Estates 4th Addition

The commission unanimously approved the final planned development for a senior living project on parcels VH-200 and VH-200-1, with conditions for future utility, road, and stormwater approvals. It also approved rezoning of 4480 Shawano Avenue from R-5 to R-1, the preliminary plat for Kropp’s Korner with a stormwater easement condition, and the final plat for The Cottages at Hidden Creek Estates with a 24‑foot stormwater drainage easement.

• Approved rezoning of VH-25, 4480 Shawano Avenue from R-5 to R-1 (unanimous)
• Approved Preliminary Plat of Kropp’s Korner with stormwater drainage easement condition (unanimous)
• Approved Final Planned Development for senior living on VH-200 and VH-200-1, contingent on utility, road, and stormwater approvals (unanimous)
• Approved Final Plat of The Cottages at Hidden Creek Estates, Fourth Addition, with 24‑ft stormwater drainage easement (unanimous)

Village Board

The Village Board will conduct a public hearing and consider a resolution to levy special assessments for infrastructure improvements on Hillsdale Court. The board will also review a contract for Fire Station #2 living quarters and updates to the Arboricultural Manual.

• Public hearing and resolution for special assessments on Hillsdale Court for water, sewer, storm water, driveways, sidewalks, curb & gutter, and roadway
• Contract with architectural firm EUA for Fire Station #2 living quarters design
• Change Order #4 to Feaker & Sons Company for Hillsdale Court Utility Contract ($45,832.85 decrease)
• Change Order #4 to Northeast Asphalt, Inc. for 2025 Resurfacing Contract ($20,206.10 increase)
• Change Order #4 to Peters Concrete for Hazel Estates 3rd Addition & Marley Meadows Road Contract ($1,830.00 decrease)

The Village Board approved Final Resolution 2025‑23 authorizing special assessments on Hillsdale Court with a 20‑year payment plan at an interest rate of up to 3.5% (vote 7‑2). It also approved a contract with architectural firm EUA to design living quarters for Fire Station #2, limited to $110,000 (unanimous). The revised Arboricultural Manual was discussed but no action was taken. Consent‑agenda items, including $249,713.95 in municipal invoices and several change orders, were approved unanimously.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda items, including $249,713.95 invoices and change orders (unanimous)
• Approved Final Resolution 2025‑23 special assessments for Hillsdale Court, 20‑year Type A plan, interest ≤3.5% (7‑2)
• Approved contract with EUA to design Fire Station #2 living quarters, cost ≤$110,000 (unanimous)
• No action taken on revised Arboricultural Manual (tabled)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Village Board

The Village Board will vote on routine consent agenda items, including meeting minutes, municipal invoices, and two change orders affecting road and sewer contracts. It will review multiple Plan Commission proposals, such as conditional use at 945 Pinecrest Road and final planned development districts for mixed‑use and residential projects on Hillsdale Court and Shawano Avenue. The board will also act on Ordinance 2025-16 to appropriate funds and levy taxes for the 2026 fiscal year, and on Resolution 2025-22 to discontinue part of Lacona Court. A closed‑session will discuss a letter of intent for Parcel VH-32 and negotiations for VH-516-2.

• Approve Change Order #5 to Advance Construction for the Hillsdale Court Road Contract, adding $1,576.86
• Approve Change Order #6 to PTS Contractors, Inc. for the Nature Court Sanitary Sewer Extension, reducing $560.00
• Approve Ordinance 2025-16 to appropriate funds for village operations in 2026 and levy property taxes
• Approve GB Real Estate Investments, LLC final Planned Development District for mixed‑use at 2649, 2701, 2705 Hillsdale Court (parcels VH-461-5, VH-461-7, VH-461-6, VH-461-G, VH-461-A)
• Approve DML Properties LLC final Planned Development District for 138 residential lots at 4183 Shawano Ave. (parcel VH-13)

The board approved the consent agenda, which included municipal invoices and minor change orders. It adopted several Planned Development Districts and related surveys, and unanimously passed Ordinance 2026-16 establishing the 2026 budget and tax levies. All motions were recorded with their vote tallies.

• Approved consent agenda (unanimous)
• Approved Tycore Built Final Planned Development District (6-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved Rennes Group Preliminary Planned Development District (6-1)
• Approved GB Real Estate mixed-use Final Planned Development District (5-2)
• Approved DML Properties 138‑lot subdivision Final Planned Development (6-1)
• Approved Preliminary Plat of Red Leaf (6-1)
• Approved Ordinance 2026-16 budget and tax levies (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2025-22 discontinuance of portion of Lacona Court (6-1)

Plan Commission

The Howard Plan Commission will hold public hearings and take action on several development requests. Items include a mixed‑use project on Hillsdale Court, a conditional‑use request for a second single‑family home on Pinecrest Road, and a single‑family home development on parcels VH‑4017 through VH‑4020. The commission will also review a senior‑living preliminary plan on VH‑200 and a large residential lot proposal on Shawano Avenue, which was tabled after its October hearing.

• Final Planned Development District approval for mixed‑use development at 2649, 2701, and 2705 Hillsdale Court (parcels VH‑461‑5, VH‑461‑7, VH‑461‑6, VH‑461‑G, VH‑461‑A) – GB Real Estate Investments, LLC
• Conditional‑use approval for a second single‑family home at 945 Pinecrest Road (parcel VH‑4278) – Jill and Scott Stordeur
• Final Planned Development District approval for single‑family home development on parcels VH‑4017, VH‑4018, VH‑4019, and VH‑4020 – Tycore Built
• Preliminary Planned Development for senior‑living development on VH‑200 and VH‑200‑1 – Rennes Group
• Final Planned Development District approval for 138 residential lots at 4183 Shawano Ave (parcel VH‑13) – DML Properties LLC (action tabled after Oct. 13 hearing)

The Howard Plan Commission approved several development proposals, most notably a 138‑lot subdivision at 4183 Shawano Ave. that passed with a 5‑1 vote and specific stormwater, sewer and lot‑coordination conditions. Other approvals included a mixed‑use PDD for GB Real Estate, a single‑family PDD for Tycore Built, a senior‑living preliminary plan for Rennes Group, and a conditional‑use for a second home on Pinecrest Road. All actions were taken after public hearings, with no public comments recorded.

• Approved Final Planned Development for 138‑lot subdivision at 4183 Shawano Ave., 5‑1 (No: N. Gwidt)
• Approved Final PDD for GB Real Estate mixed‑use development on Hillsdale Court, 4‑2 (No: N. Gwidt, D. Kussow)
• Approved Final PDD for Tycore Built single‑family development on VH‑4017‑4020, unanimously
• Approved Preliminary Planned Development for Rennes Group senior living on VH‑200 and VH‑200‑1, unanimously
• Approved conditional‑use for a second single‑family home at 945 Pinecrest Road, unanimously
• Approved Final Plat of Patenaude Estates with easement removals, unanimously
• Approved Red Leaf Preliminary Plat with conditions, 5‑1 (No: N. Gwidt)
• Approved meeting agenda, unanimously

Village Board

The Howard Village Board will conduct a public hearing on the 2026 budget and then take action to adopt it. The board will also approve a consent agenda that includes two alcohol beverage licenses and several contract change orders that reduce costs. Additional items include two preliminary resolutions to use special‑assessment powers for Lacona Heights and Hidden Creek areas. A closed‑session will discuss a letter of intent for Parcel VH‑32 and negotiations for VH‑516‑2.

• Approve Alcohol Beverage License for Wagner Shell DBA Maplewood Shell, 4720 Milltown Road
• Approve Alcohol Beverage License for Wagner Shell DBA Velp Avenue Shell, 2401 Velp Ave.
• Approve Change Order #3 to McKeefry & Sons, Inc. for Nouryon Sports Complex synthetic turf field site work, decreasing $34,219.91
• Approve Change Order #4 to Advance Construction for Hillsdale Court road contract, decreasing $72,248.41
• Public hearing and action on the 2026 budget

The board unanimously approved the meeting agenda and the consent agenda, which included $587,924.38 in municipal invoices and several contract change orders. The 2026 budget was adopted unanimously, with a condition to update TID tax levies. Resolution 2025-19 authorizing special assessment powers for the Lacona Heights subdivision passed 7‑1. Resolutions 2025-20 and 2025-21, covering another subdivision and an aquatic invasive species grant, were both approved unanimously.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda items including $587,924.38 invoices and multiple change orders (unanimous)
• Adopted 2026 budget, contingent on updating TID tax levies (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2025-19 to exercise special assessment powers for Lacona Heights (7-1)
• Approved Resolution 2025-20 to exercise special assessment powers for Hidden Creek Trail and related additions (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2025-21 authorizing application for $10,000 aquatic invasive species grant (unanimous)

Village Board

The Howard Village Board will consider a consent agenda that includes routine approvals such as meeting minutes, municipal invoices, operator licenses, a special event at Meadowbrook Pavilion, and a $50,000 contract reduction for Sprinturf LLC. New business includes multiple planned‑development and rezoning approvals, a discussion of a temporary moratorium on multi‑family development, and a review of the second draft of the 2026 budget. The board will also hear a report on the Howard Fire Station #2 addition and hold a closed‑session on a proposal for parcel VH-804.

• Approve Change Order #1 to Sprinturf LLC reducing the Nouryon Sports Complex turf contract by $50,000
• Approve rezoning of 315 Park Ridge Ave. from B-2 Highway Commercial to R-1 Residential Single Family
• Approve Final Planned Development for Duquaine Development, a 20‑unit multifamily building at 1111 N. Military Ave.
• Discuss a temporary moratorium on multi‑family development
• Review the second draft of the 2026 village budget

The Village Board approved several plan commission items, most notably the final Planned Development for a 19‑lot subdivision on Lacona Court (6‑2) and the Preliminary Plat of Lacona Heights (6‑2). It also unanimously approved a preliminary resolution to use special assessment powers for the Hazel Estates Fourth Addition and a certified survey map for 4005 Nature Court. The consent agenda was approved, covering $2,073,425.31 in municipal invoices and a $50,000 change order for the Nouryon Sports Complex. No action was taken on the proposed multi‑family development moratorium or the 2026 budget draft.

• Approved final Planned Development for 19‑lot subdivision on Lacona Court (6-2)
• Approved Preliminary Plat of Lacona Heights (6-2)
• Approved Preliminary Resolution 2025-18 for Hazel Estates Fourth Addition (unanimous)
• Approved Certified Survey Map for 4005 Nature Court (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda items including municipal invoices totaling $2,073,425.31 (unanimous)
• Approved Change Order #1 to Sprinturf LLC decreasing contract by $50,000 (unanimous)
• Convene closed session to discuss proposal for VH-804 (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Village Board

The Village Board will approve routine consent agenda items, including minutes, invoices, operator licenses, and several contract change orders that reduce costs. Board members will review Ordinance 2025-14 (throwing or shooting prohibition), a proposed annexation from the Town of Pittsfield, water and sewer connection exceptions, the Arboricultural Specification Manual, and the first draft of the 2026 budget. A public hearing will be held on proposed special assessments for Lineville Road, followed by a vote on the final resolution to levy those assessments.

• Approve Change Order #2 to McKeefry & Sons, Inc. for Nouryon Sports Complex synthetic turf field site work – $121.85 decrease
• Approve Change Order #3 to Advance Construction for Hillsdale Court road contract – $5,527.08 decrease
• Approve Change Order #3 to Peters Concrete for Hazel Estates 3rd Addition and Marley Meadows Subdivision road contract – $23,076.62 decrease
• Approve Change Order #1 to Dorner, Inc. for Mill Center water loop contract – $880.50 decrease
• Public hearing on proposed special assessments on Lineville Road

The Village Board approved the meeting agenda and the consent agenda items, including $1.81 M in municipal invoices and several contract change orders. Ordinance 2025-14 amending the throwing or shooting prohibition was adopted 8‑1. The board authorized special assessments on Lineville Road (Final Resolution 2025-17) by an 8‑1 vote and unanimously approved the annexation of land from the Town of Pittsfield. Exceptions to the mandatory water and sewer connection requirement were approved unanimously, while the Arboricultural Specification Manual was tabled 6‑3.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda items including $1,809,205.11 invoices and four contract change orders (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 2025-14 (throwing or shooting prohibited) 8-1 (No: M. Lasecki)
• Approved Final Resolution 2025-17 authorizing special assessments on Lineville Road 8-1 (No: C. McAllister)
• Approved Ordinance 2025-15 annexing territory from Town of Pittsfield (unanimous)
• Approved exceptions to mandatory water and sewer connection requirement (unanimous)
• Tabled Arboricultural Specification Manual 6-3 (Nos: B. McIntyre, A. Lemorande, M. Lasecki)
• Closed session to discuss letter of intent for Parcel VH-32 (unanimous)

Plan Commission

The Howard Plan Commission will hold public hearings and take action on several land use proposals, including an amendment to the Village’s Official Map. It will also consider a rezoning request for 315 Park Ridge Ave. and final Planned Development approvals for multiple projects such as a 20‑unit multifamily building at 1111 N. Military Ave. and a 19‑lot subdivision on Lacona Court and Riverview Drive.

• Public hearing and action on amendment to the Village of Howard’s Official Map (Sec. 62.23, Wis. Stats.)
• Public hearing and action on rezoning 315 Park Ridge Ave. from B-2 Highway Commercial to R-1 Residential Single Family
• Action on final Planned Development approval for a 20‑unit multifamily building at 1111 N. Military Ave. (VH-4500)
• Action on final Planned Development approval for the Cottages at Hidden Creek Fourth Addition (VH-4210, VH-4211, VH-4305‑VH-4308)
• Action on final Planned Development approval for a 19‑lot subdivision on Lacona Court (VH-453) and Riverview Drive (VH-455-4)

The Howard Plan Commission unanimously approved an amendment to the Village’s Official Map. It also approved several development and rezoning proposals, each with specific conditions, including a rezoning of 315 Park Ridge Ave. and multiple multi‑family and single‑family projects. All motions carried unanimously.

• Approved amendment to Village of Howard Official Map (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of 315 Park Ridge Ave. from B-2 to R-1 Residential (unanimous)
• Approved final Planned Development for 20‑unit multi‑family building at 1111 N. Military Ave. with conditions (unanimous)
• Approved final Planned Development for the Cottages at Hidden Creek Fourth Addition with conditions (unanimous)
• Approved final Planned Development for 19‑lot subdivision on Lacona Court and Riverview Drive with conditions (unanimous)
• Approved Preliminary PDD for GB Real Estate Investments (Hillsdale Court) with conditions (unanimous)
• Approved Preliminary PDD for Tycore Built on Security Blvd with conditions (unanimous)
• Approved Preliminary Plat for Mainline Estates with conditions (unanimous)

Board of Review

The Howard Village Board of Review meeting includes a hearing on an appeal by Jaimie Heupel concerning Parcel VH-509-5 located at 2521 Shawano Ave. The Deputy Clerk will introduce the case, the Assessor and the objector will be sworn in, testimony will be heard, and the board will deliberate. The meeting otherwise follows standard procedural items such as call to order, roll call, pledge of allegiance, and agenda approval.

• Hearing on appeal by Jaimie Heupel for Parcel VH-509-5 at 2521 Shawano Ave

Board of Review

The Howard Board of Review will meet to certify the assessment roll and hear appeals from property owners regarding their property values. The board will also discuss if additional meetings are needed this year.

• Hear appeal from Marlin Howard LLC (Walgreens) at 464 Cardinal Lane
• Hear appeal from Troy Knaus at 1165 Melody Drive
• Hear appeal from Michael Babcock at 2688 Heartland Terrace
• Hear appeal from Michael Jensen at 4571 Paul Lane
• Hear appeal from Jaimie/Shannon Heupel at 2521 Shawano Ave.

Village Board

The Village Board will consider a consent agenda that includes minutes, invoices and operator licenses. It will vote on several Plan Commission recommendations, including a rezoning and multiple preliminary development plans. New business includes review of two certified survey maps and a resolution to change stop‑control signage at Pinecrest and Windover Road.

• Approve rezoning of 3450 Glendale Ave. from R-5 Rural Estate to R-1 Residential Single Family (VH-219-8)
• Approve preliminary plat of Patenaude Estates
• Approve preliminary planned development for the Cottages at Hidden Creek Fourth Addition (VH-4305‑VH-4308)
• Approve preliminary planned development for a 19‑lot subdivision on Lacona Court (VH-453) and a multi‑family lot on Riverview Drive (VH-455-4)
• Review and act on Resolution 2025-16 to change stop control signage at Pinecrest and Windover Road intersection

The board approved the meeting agenda and the consent agenda, which included municipal invoices and operator licenses. It approved several plan‑commission items, notably a 19‑lot subdivision on Lacona Court and Riverview Drive (8‑1 vote). The board also approved two certified survey maps and a resolution creating a four‑way stop at Pinecrest and Windover.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda items, including $1,626,554.30 municipal invoices (unanimous)
• Approved 19‑lot subdivision on Lacona Court and Riverview Drive (8‑1)
• Approved rezoning of 3450 Glendale Ave. from R‑5 to R‑1 (unanimous)
• Approved Certified Survey Map for 4479 Shawano Ave. (unanimous)
• Approved extraterritorial Certified Survey Map for 2353 CTH U (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2025‑16 establishing a four‑way stop at Pinecrest and Windover (unanimous)

Plan Commission

The Howard Plan Commission will hold a public hearing on a rezoning request for 3450 Glendale Avenue, VH-219-8, changing it from R-5 Rural Estate Residential to R-1 Residential Single Family. After the hearing, the commission will vote on that rezoning request. The meeting also includes reviews and actions on several preliminary plats and planned developments, including Patenaude Estates and the Cottages at Hidden Creek Fourth Addition.

• Public hearing on rezoning 3450 Glendale Ave., VH-219-8, from R-5 to R-1
• Commission action on the rezoning request for 3450 Glendale Ave.
• Review and action on the Preliminary Plat of Patenaude Estates
• Review and action on the Preliminary Planned Development for the Cottages at Hidden Creek Fourth Addition (VH-4305 to VH-4308)
• Review and action on the Preliminary Planned Development for a 19‑lot subdivision on VH-453 (Lacona Court) and VH-455-4 (Riverview Drive)

The commission unanimously approved the rezoning of 3450 Glendale Ave. (Lots 1‑7) from R‑5 Rural Estate to R‑1 Residential Single Family. It also approved the preliminary plat for Patenaude Estates, contingent on combining Lot 9 with adjacent lots, and approved preliminary planned developments for Hidden Creek Fourth Addition and a 19‑lot subdivision. The preliminary plats for the Cottages at Hidden Creek Fourth Addition and Lacona Heights were tabled for later review. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved rezoning of 3450 Glendale Ave. (Lots 1‑7) to R‑1 (unanimous)
• Approved Preliminary Plat of Patenaude Estates, contingent on combining Lot 9 with adjacent lots (unanimous)
• Approved Preliminary Planned Development for Hidden Creek Fourth Addition (12 lots) (unanimous)
• Tabled Preliminary Plat of the Cottages at Hidden Creek Fourth Addition (unanimous)
• Approved Preliminary Planned Development for 19‑lot subdivision on VH‑453 and VH‑455‑4 (unanimous)
• Tabled Preliminary Plat of Lacona Heights (unanimous)

Village Board

The Village Board approved the agenda and a consent agenda that included minutes, invoices, operator licenses, several contract change orders and a nepotism policy amendment. It adopted Ordinance 2025-12, reducing the bow‑hunting distance from 100 to 75 yards on village‑owned land, by an 8‑1 vote. Additional actions included approving a resolution on audio‑recording policy, a certified survey map for a new residential lot, a major change order for the Hillsdale Court road contract, and a salary amendment for elected officials.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda items – minutes, invoices, operator licenses, three change orders and nepotism ordinance (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 2025-12 (throwing or shooting prohibited) 8‑1
• Approved Resolution 2025-15 (audio recording policy amendment) (unanimous)
• Approved Certified Survey Map for 1919 CTH U, creating an additional residential lot 8‑0 (1 abstain)
• Approved Change Order #2 to Advance Construction for Hillsdale Court road contract ($111,432.54 increase) (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 2025-13 (elected officials salaries amendment) 8‑1
• Convene closed session to discuss potential land exchange VH-459-7 (unanimous)

Village Board

The Howard Village Board will consider approving rezoning requests for residential and industrial properties, annexing territory from the Town of Pittsfield, and adopting a deer management program for village-owned land.

• Approve rezoning of 4519 Glendale Ave. to R-1 Residential
• Approve rezoning of Brown County Sportsmen’s Club parcels to I-3 Industrial Park
• Review Ordinance 2025-10 to annex Town of Pittsfield territory
• Review Intergovernmental Agreement with Town of Humboldt for animal services
• Consider adopting a Deer Management Program for village-owned properties

The Village Board approved the Deer Management Program requirements for archery hunting (8‑1 vote). It also authorized the sale of parcel VH‑200 to Rennes Development Company (8‑1 vote). The board unanimously approved the annexation of Parcel PI‑501 from the Town of Pittsfield and an intergovernmental agreement with the Town of Humboldt for humane‑officer and CART services (8‑0 vote). Additional actions included approval of a 20‑unit multifamily development, rezoning of several parcels, a $1,687,782.39 invoice package, and a reduction of hunting distance on specific properties (8‑1 vote).

• Approved Deer Management Program requirements #1‑#11 (8‑1, No: M. Lasecki)
• Authorized sale of VH‑200 to Rennes Development Company (8‑1, No: C. McAllister)
• Approved Ordinance 2025‑10 annexing Parcel PI‑501 from Town of Pittsfield (unanimous)
• Approved Intergovernmental Agreement with Town of Humboldt for Humane Officer and CART services (8‑0, C. Hughes abstained)
• Approved Preliminary Planned Development for 20‑unit multifamily building at 1111 N. Military Ave., VH‑4500 (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of parcels under Ordinance 2025‑09 (unanimous)
• Approved municipal invoices totaling $1,687,782.39 (unanimous)
• Approved reduction of hunting distance to 75 yards for listed properties and added them to the Deer Management Program (8‑1, No: M. Lasecki)

Plan Commission

The Plan Commission unanimously approved a rezoning of 4479 Shawano Ave. from R‑5 Rural Estate to R‑1 Residential Single Family. It also unanimously approved a Preliminary Planned Development for a 20‑unit multifamily building at 1111 N. Military Ave. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved rezoning of 4479 Shawano Ave. from R-5 to R-1 (unanimous)
• Approved Preliminary Planned Development for 20‑unit multifamily at 1111 N. Military Ave. (unanimous)

Village Board

The board approved an amended agenda after removing the Deer Management item. They approved the consent agenda, which included $802,429.61 in municipal invoices, new operator licenses, and several contract change orders. The board also unanimously approved the 2026 budget policies and calendar. The meeting was adjourned at 6:43 p.m.

• Approved amended agenda (Deer Management item removed) – motion carried unanimously
• Approved consent agenda items, including $802,429.61 municipal invoices – motion carried unanimously
• Approved 2026 Budget Policies and Calendar – motion carried unanimously
• Adjourned meeting at 6:43 p.m. – motion carried unanimously

Village Board

The Village Board approved the consent agenda, which included $1,213,597.77 in municipal invoices, three operator licenses, a temporary Class B retailer license for St. John the Baptist Church, and Plan Commission recommendations to rezone several parcels to industrial and amend a PDD for Tender Hearts. The board also approved the Red Leaf Planned Development District for 4183 Shawano Ave. with a condition to review lot‑size mix (7‑2). Finally, a certified survey map for 4704 Glendale Ave. was approved unanimously.

• Approved consent agenda (unanimous)
• Approved municipal invoices totaling $1,213,597.77 (unanimous)
• Approved operator licenses for Steven J. Denissen, Diane M. Schlies, Julie A. VanBoxtel (unanimous)
• Approved temporary Class B retailer license for St. John the Baptist Church (unanimous)
• Approved Plan Commission rezoning of parcels VH-116, VH-117, VH-119-2, VH-118-2, VH-118-3 to I-3 Industrial (unanimous)
• Approved PDD amendment for Tender Hearts at 300 & 320 Cardinal Lane (unanimous)
• Approved Red Leaf Planned Development District with condition to review lot‑size mix (7-2)
• Approved certified survey map for 4704 Glendale Ave. (unanimous)

Deer Control Committee

The committee approved the meeting agenda and the June 26 minutes unanimously. All Deer Management Program items (6A‑6D) were tabled or referred, with no decisions made. The next meeting was scheduled for August 7, 2025, and the meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved June 26 minutes (unanimous)
• Tabled Deer Management Program adoption (Item 6A) (unanimous)
• Tabled number of hunters recommendation (Item 6C) (unanimous)
• Tabled expansion of hunting areas (Item 6D) (unanimous)
• Referred electric fencing consideration (Item 6F) to Plan Commission (no action)
• Scheduled next meeting for August 7, 2025
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Plan Commission

The commission unanimously approved a rezoning request that changes five parcels from R‑5 Rural Estate Residential to I‑3 Industrial Park Light Industry. It also approved a PDD Amendment for Tender Hearts to connect two buildings, and adopted the Phase I site plan for the Grid‑Iron District’s two 51‑unit residential buildings with a list of conditions. Finally, the commission approved an accessory building for Providence Academy with required stormwater and trail provisions.

• Approved rezoning of parcels VH-116, VH-117, VH-119-2, VH-118-2, VH-118-3 from R-5 to I-3 (unanimous)
• Approved PDD Amendment for Tender Hearts at 300 & 320 Cardinal Lane with fire, stormwater, and curb/gutter conditions (unanimous)
• Approved Phase I site plan for Grid-Iron District (two 51‑unit buildings) with multiple fire, utility, and design conditions (unanimous)
• Approved accessory building site plan for Providence Academy at 3435 Shawano Ave. with stormwater, trail, and material conditions (unanimous)

Village Board

The Village Board unanimously approved the meeting agenda and the consent agenda, which included payment of $3,112,820.74 in municipal invoices. Ordinance 2025-08, requiring connection to the village water and sewer systems, was approved by a 7‑2 vote. The board also unanimously approved a $49,355.16 change order for the 2025 resurfacing contract, a new Class B beer and liquor license for CK Asian Cuisine, and convened a closed session before adjourning.

• Agenda approved unanimously
• Consent agenda approved unanimously (including $3,112,820.74 invoices)
• Ordinance 2025-08 requiring water/sewer connection approved (7-2)
• Change Order #2 to Northeast Asphalt for resurfacing approved (unanimous)
• 2025‑26 Class B beer and liquor license for CK Asian Cuisine approved (unanimous)
• Closed session convened to discuss business relocation assistance (unanimous)
• Returned to open session (unanimous)
• Meeting adjourned (unanimous)

Deer Control Committee

The Deer Control Committee unanimously approved the meeting agenda. It then voted to open the meeting for public input and later to return to regular order of business. The committee adjourned the meeting at 7:20 p.m. No substantive decisions on deer management or hunting were made.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Opened meeting for public input (unanimous)
• Returned to regular order of business (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:20 p.m. (unanimous)

Village Board

The board approved the meeting agenda and the consent agenda, which included municipal invoices of $1,536,179.81 and a list of new and renewal operator licenses. It unanimously adopted Ordinance 2025-07 to update motorized bicycle and scooter rules, and unanimously approved a special assessment resolution for the Hazel Estates Third Addition. The board voted 8‑1 to table the Red Leaf subdivision proposal and unanimously revoked the conditional use permit for Mighty Decent Auto at 2255 O’Connor Road.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimously)
• Approved consent agenda items, including $1,536,179.81 in invoices (unanimously)
• Approved Ordinance 2025-07 amending motorized bicycle and scooter regulations (unanimously)
• Revoked conditional use permit for Mighty Decent Auto, 2255 O’Connor Road (unanimously)
• Approved Final Resolution 2025-13 authorizing special assessments for Hazel Estates Third Addition (unanimously)
• Tabled Red Leaf Preliminary Planned Development District proposal (8-1)
• Approved new operator licenses for 11 individuals (unanimously)
• Approved renewal operator licenses for 13 individuals (unanimously)

Plan Commission

The Howard Plan Commission approved the agenda and the May 19 minutes, both unanimously. It then unanimously approved the Preliminary Planned Development District for the Red Leaf project at 4183 Shawano Ave. The commission also unanimously approved the Final Plat for the Hazel Estates Fourth Addition with utility‑easement and mailbox conditions.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved May 19, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Preliminary PDD for Red Leaf at 4183 Shawano Ave. (unanimous)
• Approved Final Plat of Hazel Estates Fourth Addition with conditions (unanimous)

Village Board

The Village Board unanimously approved the meeting agenda and the consent agenda, which included payment of $2,278,277.62 in municipal invoices and several operator license actions. It also approved the 2024 Sewer Utility compliance report, a $48,374 increase to the Northeast Asphalt resurfacing contract, and new Class B beer licenses for Las Maracas Restaurant and Howard Commons Activity Complex. A closed session was convened to discuss property offers.

• Agenda approved unanimously
• Consent agenda approved unanimously (including $2,278,277.62 invoices)
• Resolution 2025-12 approving 2024 Sewer Utility CMAR approved unanimously
• Change Order #1 to Northeast Asphalt Inc. approved with $48,374 increase (unanimous)
• Class B beer license for Las Maracas Restaurant approved unanimously
• Class B beer license for Howard Commons Activity Complex approved unanimously
• Closed session convened unanimously to discuss VH-200 and VH-480 offers
• Deer Control Committee minutes from May 6, 2025 approved unanimously

Police & Fire Commission

The Howard Police & Fire Commission unanimously approved the meeting agenda and the February 5, 2025 minutes. After a brief closed session, the commission interviewed seven part‑time firefighter candidates and then unanimously approved eight candidates to the eligibility list for part‑time employment. The meeting was adjourned at 19:26.

• Agenda approved (unanimous)
• Minutes from Feb 5, 2025 approved (unanimous)
• Moved to closed session (unanimous)
• Returned to open session (unanimous)
• Approved eight part‑time firefighter candidates to eligibility list (unanimous)
• Meeting adjourned at 19:26 (unanimous)

Sex Offender Residency Appeals Board

The board unanimously approved the minutes from the April 30, 2025 meeting. The board voted 3‑1 to approve James M. Beno’s request to reside at 3207 Primrose Lane. No other actions were taken.

• Approved minutes of April 30, 2025 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved James M. Beno residency at 3207 Primrose Lane (3-1)

Plan Commission

The commission unanimously approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the April 21, 2025 meeting. It also approved a new Planned Development Application. A public hearing was held on a rezoning request for 4519 Glendale Ave., but no decision was made.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved April 21, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved new Planned Development Application (unanimous)
• Public hearing on rezoning 4519 Glendale Ave. held; no decision

Village Board

The board approved several items, including a $999,351 contract for the Mill Center Water Loop (8‑0). It also authorized special assessments on Shawano and Glendale Avenues (7‑2) and extended TID #3 for one year (8‑0). Additional actions included approving the consent agenda, tabling Deer Control minutes, and adopting various licensing and land‑use resolutions.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda items, including $425,553.90 in invoices and a $418 increase to a road contract (unanimous)
• Tabled Deer Control Committee minutes from May 6, 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved Final Resolution 2025-09 levying special assessments on Shawano & Glendale Avenues (7‑2)
• Approved award of Mill Center Water Loop project to Dorner Inc. for $999,351 (8‑0)
• Approved extension of TID #3 for one year (8‑0)
• Approved Resolution 2025-11 supporting Brown County election‑machine purchase (6‑0, 2 abstentions)
• Approved certified survey map for 1707 Woodberry Terrace (8‑0)

Deer Control Committee

The Deer Control Committee approved its agenda and adopted its mission statement unanimously. It voted to recommend a new ordinance that would ban feeding white‑tailed deer to the Village Board, also unanimously. The committee directed the fire department to conduct an infrared‑drone survey of the village deer herd before the next meeting. The next committee meeting was scheduled for May 29, 2025 at 6 p.m.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Adopted committee mission statement (unanimous)
• Recommended deer‑feeding ban ordinance to village board (unanimous)
• Directed fire department to perform infrared‑drone surveillance of deer herd (consensus)
• Staff to arrange fire‑department survey within three weeks (planned)
• Scheduled next committee meeting for May 29, 2025 at 6 p.m.

Sex Offender Residency Appeals Board

The board approved the minutes from the March 3, 2025 meeting unanimously. It then denied Jonathan D. Evernham's appeal to reside at 836 Glenpark Drive, with a 4‑0 vote. The meeting was adjourned unanimously at 7:03 p.m.

• Approved March 3, 2025 SORAB minutes (unanimous)
• Denied Jonathan Evernham residency appeal for 836 Glenpark Drive (4-0)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Village Board

The board approved the award of the Hillsdale Court reconstruction roadway project to Advance Construction, Inc. for $791,592.06 and the utility reconstruction project to Feaker & Sons Co. Inc. for $842,128.50. It also adopted Ordinance 2025‑05 creating a 100 % storm‑water credit option and approved a conditional use for up to four horses and a barn on VH‑503 and VH‑479 with conditions. Additional approvals included a special‑assessment resolution, an operator license, and a grant‑writer services agreement.

• Awarded Hillsdale Court roadway reconstruction to Advance Construction, Inc. for $791,592.06 – unanimous
• Awarded Hillsdale Court utility reconstruction to Feaker & Sons Co. Inc. for $842,128.50 – unanimous
• Adopted Ordinance 2025‑05 for 100 % storm‑water credit – vote 6‑0 (1 abstention)
• Approved conditional use for up to four horses and barn/stable on VH‑503 and VH‑479 – unanimous
• Approved operator license for Jesse A. Chase – unanimous
• Approved Final Resolution 2025‑08 authorizing special assessments on Water Mint Way and Marley Meadows – unanimous
• Approved grant‑writer services operational agreement (≈$30,000 annual cost) – unanimous
• Approved consent agenda items including municipal invoices totaling $851,947.52 – unanimous

Plan Commission

The commission unanimously approved a conditional‑use permit for up to four horses and a barn/stable on parcels VH‑503 and VH‑479 with utility and sewer conditions. It also unanimously approved the Preliminary Planned Development District for J&M Residential to build eight multi‑family buildings (84 units) and six contractor buildings at 809 Taylor St., with a recommendation for detailed landscaping and building plans. Additionally, the commission unanimously approved the Grid‑Iron District Preliminary Plat for a 27‑lot mixed‑use subdivision with specific easement and lot‑creation conditions.

• Approved conditional‑use permit for up to four horses and barn/stable on VH‑503 and VH‑479 (unanimous)
• Approved Preliminary Planned Development District for J&M Residential, 84 apartment units and 15 contractor units at 809 Taylor St. (unanimous)
• Approved Grid‑Iron District Preliminary Plat for 27‑lot mixed‑use subdivision with easement conditions (unanimous)

Village Board

The board unanimously approved Resolution 2025-07 establishing Tax Incremental District No. 10 and its project plan. It also approved the purchase of 2475 Glendale Avenue for $250,000, awarded contracts for the Nouryon Sports Complex synthetic turf site work ($976,093) and turf installation ($709,315) and the 2025 asphalt resurfacing project ($583,266.25). Additionally, the board adopted a storm‑water credit amendment giving a 100% charge credit to qualifying private on‑site systems, passing 7‑0‑1 with one abstention.

• Approved Resolution 2025-07 creating Tax Incremental District No. 10 (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of 2475 Glendale Ave for $250,000 (unanimous)
• Awarded Nouryon Sports Complex site work to McKeefry & Sons for $976,093 (unanimous)
• Awarded Nouryon Sports Complex turf work to Sprinturf for $709,315 and overall budget $2,533,955 (unanimous)
• Awarded 2025 Asphalt Resurfacing Project to Northeast Asphalt, Inc. for $583,266.25 (project total $757,266.25, unanimous)
• Adopted storm‑water credit ordinance amendment: 100% credit for qualifying private devices (7‑0‑1, 1 abstain)
• Approved consent agenda items including minutes, invoices and licenses (unanimous)

Deer Control Committee

The Deer Control Committee approved its agenda by unanimous vote. No formal action was taken on deer‑control policies or regulations. The committee agreed to hold the next meeting on April 24, 2025 at 6 p.m. The meeting was adjourned unanimously at 7:27 p.m.

• Approve meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Schedule next meeting for April 24, 2025 at 6 p.m.
• Adjourn meeting (unanimous)
• No formal action taken on deer‑control regulations

Village Board

The board unanimously approved a lease with Three Ducks Bagel & Bread Company for the Howard Commons space, generating $187,337 in income over five years. It also unanimously approved the purchase of 2481 Glendale Avenue for $100,000 to enable a trail link. A permanent Duck Creek Quarry Beach wristband policy was adopted, and the board approved financing for private utility laterals with a 5‑2 vote.

• Approved lease with Three Ducks Bagel & Bread Co., $187,337 5‑yr income (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of 2481 Glendale Ave for $100,000 (unanimous)
• Adopted Duck Creek Quarry Beach wristband policy: $25 for two bands, $50 for five (unanimous)
• Approved village financing for private utility laterals, up to 20 owners, 10‑yr loans (5‑2)