Shorewood public meetings in 2021
33 substantive meetings from 2021, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Village Board of Trustees
The Village Board of Trustees will meet to discuss administrative updates, including a police chief job description and a proposal to move central count processing for the 2022 election. The board will also review an operator's license application that was not recommended for approval by the Police Department.
- Consideration of police chief job description updates by Riseling Group
- Resolution 2021-24 to move Central Count Processing for Wards 1-12 to Shorewood High School
- Review of operator's license application for Michael Lind
- Engineering review for 4480 Lake Drive
- Ordinance 3036 amending Section 68-19 regarding Finance and Taxation
Village Board of Trustees
The Village of Shorewood is holding a virtual public forum to discuss the development of the Police Chief candidate profile. The notice states that no matter shall be considered and no action will be taken by any attending boards, committees, or commissions.
- Public forum on Police Chief candidate profile
Village Board of Trustees
The Village Board of Trustees is holding a special meeting to address questions from the Riseling Group. The discussion focuses on the recruitment of a police chief.
- Discussion of questions from the Riseling Group regarding police chief recruitment
Village Board of Trustees
The Village Board and various committees are meeting to discuss police pursuit policies, HR manual updates, and administrative appointments. The Board will consider a contract for a Hybrid Form-Based Code Zoning Update and the termination of Tax Incremental District No. 1.
- Contract not to exceed $48,900 for CodaMetrics and Duncan Associates for zoning updates
- Resolution 2021-37 to terminate Tax Incremental District (TID) No. 1
- Ordinance 3035 to eliminate local licensing requirements for massage establishments
- Review of Shorewood Police Department's vehicle pursuit policy
- Consideration of 2022 Human Resources Manual amendments
Village Board of Trustees
The Village is holding a virtual event titled 'Shorewood Speaks: The Impact of Affordable Housing.' The notice states that no matter shall be considered and no action will be taken by any attending boards, committees, or commissions.
- Public event: Shorewood Speaks: The Impact of Affordable Housing
Village Board of Trustees
The Village Board will hold a public hearing and vote on the 2022 budget and a zoning amendment regarding off-street parking. The meeting includes a presentation on police training for racial profiling and implicit bias and a review of ARPA project updates.
- Public hearing and consideration of the 2022 Village of Shorewood Budget
- Ordinance 3034 regarding modifications to Chapter 535 Zoning Article IX Off-Street Parking
- Contract for environmental remediation and side closure at 4057 N. Wilson Drive
- Allocation of ARPA funds for equipment purchase
- Special privilege approvals for retaining walls at 2100 E. Wood Pl., 4481 N. Murray Ave., and 4050 N. Stowell Ave.
Village Board of Trustees
The Village Board and various committees will discuss 2022 budget reductions, police pursuit policies, and liquor licenses. The Board is also considering three ordinances to amend winter, night, and time-limited parking rules.
- Ordinances 3030, 3031, and 3032 regarding winter, night, and time-limited parking
- Selection of a firm for police chief recruitment
- Liquor license request for Metro Market #893 at 4075 N. Oakland Avenue
- Class B Retail Malt Beverage License for Riley’s Sandwich Shop at 4473 N. Oakland Avenue
- Consideration of 2022 budget reductions and 2022 BID Operating Plan
Village Board of Trustees
The Village Board is reviewing a revised 2022 proposed budget that includes a $67,500 reduction in the tax levy. Members are also discussing options for lifeguard services at Atwater Beach and considering a racial equity framework for Milwaukee County.
- Proposed 2022 budget tax levy increase reduced from 1.99% to 1.33%
- Resolution 2021-23 to adopt a racial equity framework within Milwaukee County
- Ordinance 3034 regarding Off-Street Parking zoning modifications
- Special Privilege Approval for a retaining wall and pavers at 4300 N. Murray Ave.
- Seasonal extension of outdoor seating approval for Colectivo at 4500 N Oakland Ave.
Village Board of Trustees
The Village Board will hold a public hearing and vote on an ordinance amendment regarding front and street side yard patio requirements. Additionally, committees will discuss traffic enforcement grants and the installation of new stop signs.
- Ordinance 3029: Amendment to front and street side yard patio requirements in Chapter 535 Zoning
- WisDOT Bureau of Transportation Safety grants: $5,000 for Speed, $15,500 for OWI, and $13,000 for Seatbelt enforcement
- Proposed stop signs at Farwell/Beverly and Woodburn/Lawnwood intersections
- Special Privilege Approval for retaining walls at 3920 N. Frederick Ave.
- Special Event Permit for St. Robert’s Fall Festival on October 17, 2021
Village Board of Trustees
The Special Budget and Finance Committee will meet to review the proposed budget for 2022. The meeting includes a period for public comment regarding the budget proposal.
- Public comment regarding 2022 Proposed Budget
- Review of 2022 Proposed budget
Village Board of Trustees
The Village Board will discuss a proposed 2022 budget featuring a 1.90% overall tax levy increase. The meeting also includes a public hearing on off-street parking zoning modifications and updates on ARPA funds.
- Proposed 2022 tax levy increase of 1.90% ($223,635)
- Public hearing and consideration of Ordinance 3028 regarding Chapter 535 Zoning Article IX Off-Street Parking
- Hubbard Park parking lot reconstruction MMSD Green Infrastructure Funding Agreement
- Proposal for Lake Drive (STH 32) green infrastructure feasibility review
- RFP review for police chief recruitment
Village Board of Trustees
The Village Board is considering a three-year service agreement with USA Management to provide lifeguard services at Atwater Beach from 2022 through 2024. This follows the announcement that current provider Coastline Services, LLC will end its service after the 2021 season. Other agenda items include face covering requirements and video recording policies.
- Atwater Beach Lifeguard Service Agreement for 2022-2024 (up to $32,480 in 2022/2023; up to $28,610 in 2024)
- Ordinance 3027 or Resolution 2021-22 regarding face covering requirements
- Waiving purchasing policy to hire legal counsel for the Police Commission
- Amendment to Policy No. 32 regarding video recording of public meetings
Village Board of Trustees
The Village Board and Police Commission will discuss the roles and jurisdiction of police and fire commissions. The Village Board will also decide on bond sales for a water project and various public right-of-way approvals.
- Resolution 2021-21: Sale of $2,585,000 General Obligation Water Project Bonds, Series 2021A
- Resolution 2021-20: Establishing public fire protection charges for the municipal water utility
- Resolution 2021-19: Amending fee schedule, procedures, and forms for open records
- Cigarette/Tobacco License application for Lakeshore Petrol Pump LLC at 2521 E Capitol Dr.
- Special Privilege Approvals for retaining wall at 4509 N. Newhall St., planter at 1300 E. Lake Bluff Blvd., and landscaping at 4430 N. Lake Dr.
Village Board of Trustees
The Village Board of Trustees will discuss the Southeast Area Combined Sewer Improvements Route and the WisDOT Lake Drive reconstruction project. The board is also deciding on several contracts for streetlights and alley reconstruction, as well as updates to sanitary sewer user charge fees.
- Ordinance 3026 to amend Village Sanitary Sewer User Charge System Fees
- Contract award for streetlight cabinet replacement
- Professional services agreement for 2022 alley reconstruction engineering
- Proposed $18,120 contract with FGMA for facility condition assessments
- Resolution 2021-18 regarding Traffic and Parking Regulation Request Program fees
Village Board of Trustees
The Village Board and various committees will meet to discuss infrastructure projects, including water system bonds and storm sewer repairs. The board will also review liquor license renewals and park permit fees.
- Initial Resolution 2021-15 and Resolution 2021-16 for General Obligation Bonds not to exceed $2,610,000 for Water System Project
- Change Order No. 3 for storm sewer repair retaining wall reinforcement at 4480 N. Lake Drive
- Ordinance 3009 and Resolution 2021-17 to amend Chapter 400 Parks and Recreation and the Village Fee Schedule for Park Permits
- Sewer rates related to the Southeast Area Combined Infrastructure (SEACI) project
- RFP process for Atwater Beach Lifeguard Services for 2022-2024
Village Board of Trustees
The Village of Shorewood is holding a Committee Orientation meeting. The notice states that no matters will be considered and no action will be taken by any of the listed boards, committees, or commissions.
Village Board of Trustees
The Village Board and several committees will conduct meetings via teleconference. Topics include a beer license application for Brew Fitness, park infrastructure design, and various event permits.
- Class “B” Beer license for MJR Fitness LLC (d/b/a Brew Fitness) at 3514 N Oakland Ave
- Hubbard Park parking lot reconstruction green infrastructure design scope
- Special Privilege Approval for a loading zone and outdoor seating at Metro Market, 4075 N Oakland Ave
- Temporary Extension of Premise for Cloud Red and Bonobo American Bistro
- Resolution 2021-13 regarding WDNR NR 208 2020 Compliance Maintenance Annual Report
Village Board of Trustees
The Board of Trustees will attend a virtual public meeting regarding Lake Drive (Wis 32) construction. The notice states that no matter shall be considered and no action will be taken by the Board at this gathering.
- Lake Drive (Wis 32) Construction Public Meeting
Village Board of Trustees
The Special Budget and Finance Committee will review a 10-year financial outlook and capital project schedule. The plan includes over $45 million in projected capital projects and evaluates debt capacity, tax levy limits, and utility fees.
- Proposed $14,060,000 for Road and Alley projects
- Proposed $21,870,000 for Sanitary Sewer and Storm water infrastructure
- Proposed $7,690,000 for Water system infrastructure
- Deferral of Oakland Avenue pavement replacement project from 2022 to 2025
- Deferral of LED street lighting replacement pending a 2027 engineering study
Village Board of Trustees
The Village Board will consider approving permanent and temporary easements for the MMSD Edgewood Near Surface Collector project in River Park. Other business includes discussions on police department parking, budget outlooks, and several municipal code updates.
- MMSD River Park Easement for the Edgewood Near Surface Collector project
- Contract award for Hubbard Park canoe and kayak launch
- Police department parking lot improvements
- Ordinance 3024: Construction Site Erosion Control and Stormwater Management
- Ordinance 3025: Building Construction and Plumbing Standards updates
Village Board of Trustees
The Judiciary, Personnel and Licensing Standing Committee is meeting to review applications and recommend appointments for several volunteer boards and committees. These recommendations will be sent to the full Village Board for final approval on May 17, 2021.
- Review of 2 appointments for the Board of Appeals
- Review of 3 appointments for the Board of Review
- Review of 4 appointments for the BID
- Review of 10 appointments for the newly formed Parks and Open Spaces Committee
- Review of 2 appointments each for the Elder Services Advisory Board, Public Art Committee, and Recreation Advisory Committee
Village Board of Trustees
The Village Board and various committees are meeting to discuss police organizational updates, stormwater ordinances, and budget reports. The Board will decide on contracts for streetscapes and turf management, as well as the hiring of an accounting assistant.
- Capitol/Wilson streetscape contract 2022-2024
- Natural turf management contract 2022-2024
- Ordinance 3024 regarding Construction Site Erosion Control and Stormwater Management
- Ordinance 3025 regarding combined sewer service area downspout disconnection
- Special privilege applications for retaining walls at 4525 N Sheffield Ave
Village Board of Trustees
The Budget & Finance Committee is meeting to discuss proposed projects and the implementation schedule for the 2022-2031 Long Range Financial Plan. The discussion focuses on infrastructure projects including roads, sewers, and water systems.
- Local Road Program: $1,500,000 proposed for 2022-2023
- Alley Reconstruction: $750,000 proposed annually from 2024-2031
- Oakland Avenue (North) pavement replacement: $2,500,000 proposed for 2022-2023
- SEACSI Phase 1 Sewer: $10,250,000 proposed for 2022
- SEACSI Phase 2 Sewer: $8,760,000 proposed for 2024-2025
Village Board of Trustees
The Village Board and Plan Commission will discuss and hold a public hearing on Ordinance 3022 to adopt the Comprehensive Plan 2040. The Board will also consider several infrastructure contracts and parking regulation changes.
- Public hearing and vote on Ordinance 3022 to adopt the Comprehensive Plan 2040
- Award of contract for 2021 Street Resurfacing Program
- Award of contract for 2021 Frederick Watermain Relay Project
- Ordinance 3023 amending parking regulations on N. Larkin Street, N. Newhall Street, and N. Bartlett Avenue
- Special privilege applications for outdoor seating at Riley’s Sandwich Company (4473 N. Oakland Ave)
Village Board of Trustees
The Village Board will meet to consider a liquor license for Le Rich & Pour Wine Lounge and review the Triangle Park implementation plan. Additional items include approving sidewalk replacement contracts and special privilege applications for outdoor seating and parklets.
- Reserve 'Class B' Liquor License for ML McKinley Investments LLC (Le Rich & Pour Wine Lounge) at 3575 N. Oakland Ave.
- Triangle Park plan and implementation steps
- Outdoor seating applications for Lake Effect Surf Shop, Nino’s Southern Sides, and Colectivo
- Parklet application for Brat House Shorewood at 4022 N. Oakland Ave.
- 2021 Sidewalk Replacement Program contract award
Village Board of Trustees
The Village Board and its committees will meet via teleconference to review the Q4 2020 financial report and several municipal items. Discussion topics include liquor licenses, special privilege applications for outdoor seating and parklets, and a dog waste station trial program.
- Review of Q4 2020 financial report
- Liquor license considerations for LE Rich & Pour Wine Lounge, Civche, and ATK
- Special privilege applications for outdoor seating at Brat House, North Shore Boulangerie, and MalamaDoe
- Parklet applications for Camp Bar, Draft & Vessel, and Three Lions Pub
- Donation to initiate Dog Waste Station Trial Program
Village Board of Trustees
The board is meeting to discuss current and future initiatives for various village committees and commissions. The session includes a review of 2021 projects and the appointment process.
- Review of 2020 and 2021 initiatives for 15 committees and commissions
- Discussion of 2021 projects of note by Rebecca Ewald
- Deadline for 2021 Committee Initiatives set for March 30, 2021
- Discussion of the 2021 appointment process
Village Board of Trustees
The Village Board and various committees are meeting to discuss infrastructure maintenance, liquor licenses, and budget approvals. Key items include a multi-year capital budget for large apparatus equipment and the potential outsourcing of street lighting and traffic device maintenance.
- Resolution 2021-07 for a single or multi-year capital budget to purchase large apparatus equipment for 2022-2025
- Evaluation of contracting out street lighting and traffic device maintenance services
- Liquor license applications for Caviche Inc. (4330 N Oakland Ave) and ATK LLC (4003 N Downer Ave)
- Outdoor seating privilege applications for seven businesses on N. Oakland Ave
- Extension of TID 1 for affordable housing
Village Board of Trustees
The Village Board and various committees will meet to discuss infrastructure contracts, police organizational analysis, and financial policies. Key decisions include awarding contracts for manhole and sewer lining programs and adjusting fees for businesses affected by the pandemic.
- Resolution 2021-06 to reduce liquor license renewal fees and waive late fees for COVID-19 impacted restaurants and bars
- Award of contracts for 2021 Manhole Rehabilitation and 2021 Sanitary Sewer Lining programs
- Consideration of Policy 40 regarding Tax Increment District (TID) creation and TIF assistance
- Review of 2022-2025 streetscape and natural turf maintenance RFPs
- Resolution 2021-07 to amend fees within the Village Fee Schedule for TIF requests
Village Board of Trustees
The Village Board will discuss suspending fees for outdoor seating and parklet applications. The board is also considering a donation for a foot wash station in Atwater Park and several infrastructure projects including police station parking and water meter replacements.
- Resolution 2021-05 to suspend outdoor seating and parklet special privilege application and monthly installation fees
- Acceptance of a donation from Friends of Atwater for a foot wash station in Atwater Park (estimated cost $25,900)
- Police station tank removal and parking lot replacement
- Hubbard Park design engineering contract
- Combined Sewer Service Area Downspout Disconnection Program
Village Board of Trustees
The Village Board will meet via teleconference to discuss several municipal items including a downspout disconnection program and tax increment district creation. The agenda also includes reviews of alley reconstruction, erosion protection at Atwater Beach, and new face covering requirements.
- Combined sewer area downspout disconnection program
- Tax Increment District (TID) creation & Tax Increment Finance (TIF) assistance
- 2021 Alley Reconstruction Project scope of work
- Atwater Beach temporary erosion protection
- Ordinance 3021: face covering requirements during the COVID-19 pandemic
Village Board of Trustees
The Village Board is meeting to discuss applying for a Public Service Commission energy innovation grant. The funds would be used to install advanced rooftop control units to improve energy efficiency at the Village Center. The board will also consider changing the polling location for Wards 5-8 for upcoming spring elections.
- Proposed $55,850 grant application for advanced rooftop control units at the Village Center
- Resolution 2021-03 to move Wards 5-8 polling location from Shorewood High School North Gym to Village Center (3920 N Murray Ave)
Village Board of Trustees
The Village Board of Trustees will meet to discuss absentee voting locations for 2021 and the hiring of a public works construction coordinator. The board is also reviewing next steps for a citizen complaint involving the Village Attorney and police department.
- Resolution 2021-01 regarding absentee voting in an alternative location
- Authorization to hire a public works construction coordinator
- Proposed Ordinance Amendment to Section 225-20 regarding Occupancy Permits and fee schedules
- Application for a projecting sign at 3801 N. Oakland Ave.
- Discussion of next steps for the Public Works Organizational Analysis