Shorewood public meetings in 2024

Design Review Board

The Design Review Board will address a court-ordered remand regarding a multi-family redevelopment at 2418, 2420, and 2428 E. Capitol Drive. The board must discuss whether the project's design elements would cause substantial depreciation of the property or neighboring properties.

• Review of design elements for multi-family redevelopment at 2418, 2420, 2428 E. Capitol Drive
• Special Exception application for a blade sign at 4518 N. Oakland Avenue

The Design Review Board voted 7-0 to close the reopened hearing on the multi-family redevelopment at 2418, 2420, 2428 E. Capitol Dr., affirming its prior approval and stating that the project would not cause substantial depreciation to neighboring properties. The board also denied a special exception request for a blade sign at 4518 N. Oakland Ave. that was installed with only 7 feet of clearance, voting 5-2 to deny the exception.

• Closed reopened hearing and affirmed prior approval of multi-family redevelopment at 2418, 2420, 2428 E. Capitol Dr. (7-0)
• Denied special exception for blade sign at 4518 N. Oakland Ave. installed with 7-foot clearance (5-2)

Village Board Standing Committee Meeting Notes

The Village Board and its committees will meet to discuss and decide on several items. Committees will consider TID 1 funds for housing improvements, non-compliance with attendance policy, and a draft streetlight charge ordinance. The regular Board will review the 2023 audit, a water utility rate case, lead service line replacements, an Oakland Avenue design contract amendment, and other consent agenda items.

• Consider utilization of TID 1 extension funds for infrastructure improvements to improve housing stock
• Review draft ordinance for a streetlight charge
• Review of Public Service Commission Rate Case for Shorewood Water Utility and Lead and Copper Rule Improvements
• Consider Oakland Avenue Design Contract amendment 3
• Consider closed session to discuss prospective properties for new DPW site

The Judiciary, Personal, & Licensing Committee discussed non-compliance with Policy 33 training requirements. They decided to send reminders by email and US mail, setting a January 31, 2025 deadline. Non-compliant members must attend a JP&L meeting to explain; otherwise, they will be removed from their committee.

• Extended training compliance deadline to January 31, 2025
• Directed sending email and US mail reminders to non-compliant members
• Required non-compliant members to attend next JP&L meeting if not compliant by deadline
• Established removal from committee for failure to attend JP&L meeting

Village Board of Trustees

The Village Board and committees will discuss using TID 1 extension funds for infrastructure, specifically lead service lateral replacements or streetlights. The Board will also review a draft ordinance for a new streetlight special charge and discuss a new DPW site in closed session.

• Consideration of $503,203 from TID 1 extension funds for lead service lateral replacements or streetlights
• Review of draft ordinance for a new streetlight special charge
• Oakland Avenue Design Contract amendment 3
• Special privilege application for a menorah at 4000 N. Lake Dr. (Atwater Park)
• Closed session to discuss prospective properties for a new DPW site

The Village Board unanimously agreed to proceed with the Service Line Only Replacement Project, replacing only lead service lines (public and private) in census tract 804 without replacing the water main. The board also approved a $13,300 design contract amendment for the Oakland Avenue reconstruction, approved Policy 49 on workplans, and referred studies on parking meters and DPW sites to committees.

• Approved direction for Service Line Only Replacement Project (unanimous)
• Approved $13,300 design contract amendment with Clark Dietz for Oakland Ave (7-0)
• Approved Policy 49 - Workplans, Village Initiatives and Task Assignments (6-1)
• Referred parking meter feasibility study to Budget and Finance committee (6-1)
• Referred DPW site conceptual study to Community and Business Relations committee (7-0)
• Moved to closed session to discuss prospective DPW site properties (7-0)

Library Board of Trustees

The Shorewood Public Library Board of Trustees will take action on the 2025 budget and tax levy request, 2025 pay ranges, and a compensation policy for shelvers and youth services aides. The board may also authorize a withdrawal from the Greater Milwaukee Foundation and will receive updates on the Hoopla digital service and public records law. Public comment and approval of previous meeting minutes are also on the agenda.

• Action on 2025 Budget and Tax Levy Request
• Action on 2025 Pay Ranges
• Action on Shelver and Youth Services Aide Compensation Policy
• Potential action on 2024 Greater Milwaukee Foundation Withdrawal Request
• Information update on Hoopla digital service

Parks and Public Spaces Committee

The committee will review updates to the draft Pedestrian and Bicycle Master Plan and discuss volunteer needs for a public engagement meeting on December 12. Members will also discuss a draft Village Policy regarding workplans and task assignments.

• Draft Pedestrian and Bicycle Master Plan update
• Volunteer opportunities for December 12 Public Engagement Meeting
• Draft Village Policy informing Village Workplans, Initiatives, and Task Assignments
• Pedestrian and Bicycle Safety updates
• Parks and Other Public Spaces updates

The Parks and Public Spaces Committee approved the November 12 minutes (10-0) and discussed updates on the draft Pedestrian and Bicycle Master Plan, including an upcoming public engagement meeting on December 12, 2024. No substantive policy decisions were made; the meeting focused on updates and discussions.

• Approved November 12 minutes (10-0)
• Discussed draft Pedestrian and Bicycle Master Plan; no action taken
• Discussed volunteer opportunities for December 12 public meeting
• Discussed draft Village Policy on workplans and initiatives; no action taken

Board of Appeals

The Board of Appeals will hear an appeal and a variance request regarding a 6-foot high driveway gate in the setback area at 3926 N. Lake Drive, as well as an appeal of a downspout disconnection enforcement at 4074 N. Lake Drive. The board will also review the legal standards governing its decisions and approve minutes from the previous meeting.

• Appeal of Village Code 225-8 B.(2) interpretation for a driveway gate at 3926 N. Lake Drive
• Variance request for a 6-foot high driveway gate in the front setback at 3926 N. Lake Drive
• Appeal of enforcement EEN23-000136 regarding downspout disconnection at 4074 N. Lake Drive
• Attorney review of standards for the Board of Appeals
• Approval of minutes from November 13, 2024

Parks and Public Spaces Committee

The Pedestrian and Bicycle Safety Subcommittee will meet for discussion only; no action will be taken. A quorum of the Parks and Public Spaces Committee may be present. The meeting covers updates to the Pedestrian and Bicycle Master Plan and Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan.

• Discussion of Pedestrian and Bicycle Master Plan update
• Discussion of Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan update

Design Review Board

The Shorewood Design Review Board will hold a regular meeting on December 5, 2024. They will further consider a wall sign application for 3551 N. Oakland Avenue and consider a new application for a second-floor addition and first-floor wrap-around porch at 2120 E. Olive Street. The board will also approve the November 21, 2024 meeting minutes and discuss future agenda items.

• Further consideration of wall sign at 3551 N. Oakland Avenue
• Consideration of second-floor addition and first-floor wrap-around porch at 2120 E. Olive Street
• Approval of November 21, 2024 meeting minutes

The Shorewood Design Review Board approved two applications: a wall sign at 3551 N. Oakland Avenue and a second-floor addition with a wrap-around porch at 2120 E. Olive St. Both approvals were unanimous. The board also approved the previous meeting's minutes.

• Approved wall sign at 3551 N. Oakland Avenue (4-0)
• Approved second-floor addition and porch at 2120 E. Olive St. (5-0)
• Approved November 21, 2024 meeting minutes (5-0)

Conservation Committee

The Conservation Committee will meet to discuss community concerns, subcommittee reports, and staff updates. The agenda includes a discussion on Film Fest updates.

• Film Fest updates

The Conservation Committee met and discussed several initiatives, including assigning leads for the upcoming film fest and brainstorming waste-free gift ideas. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was procedural and informational.

• Assigned film fest leads: Hagner (foxes), Atre (plastics), Sprague (pollinator shorts)
• Discussed promoting film fest via Village Manager's Memo and posters
• Discussed waste-free gift ideas (memberships, secondhand, Compost Crusader certificates)
• Biodiversity group working on landscape management plan and tall grass ordinance language

Public Art Committee

The Shorewood Public Art Committee will meet to discuss details of the Village Hall Gallery Art Program and ongoing partnerships related to the Ghost Train project. The agenda includes only discussion items and no binding decisions or votes. Public comments can be submitted in advance.

• Discussion of Village Hall Gallery Art Program details
• Discussion of ongoing Ghost Train partnerships
• Discussion of other old/new business items

Village Board Standing Committee Meeting Notes

The Community and Business Relations Committee reviewed Policy 49 on workplans, village initiatives, and task assignments. The committee unanimously recommended the policy be forwarded to the Village Board for consideration. A request was made to send the draft to all volunteer committee chairs before the December board meeting.

• Review and unanimous recommendation of Policy 49 – Workplans, Village Initiatives and Task Assignments to the Village Board
• Request to distribute the draft policy to volunteer committee chairs ahead of the December board meeting

Village Board of Trustees

This is a notice of a possible quorum for an informal candidacy gathering between the Shorewood Village Board and School Board. No official business will be conducted. The meeting is intended for community members interested in running for office to ask questions.

Village Board of Trustees

The Shorewood Village Board will hold its regular meeting on December 2, 2024, preceded by committee meetings. The Budget and Finance Committee will review the Q3 Financial Report, and the Community and Business Relations Committee will review police workplans. The Board will consider a Safe Streets for All traffic calming demonstration grant, approve 2025 meeting dates, and may enter closed session to discuss police union negotiation strategy.

• Consider Safe Streets For All traffic calming demonstration grant activities and locations
• Consider 2025 Meeting Dates
• Closed session to discuss negotiating strategy for police union agreement
• Review of Q3 Financial Report (Budget and Finance Committee)
• 2023 Audit presentation by Sikich

Parks and Public Spaces Committee

The Pedestrian and Bicycle Safety Subcommittee is meeting to discuss plan updates. The agenda states that no action will be taken by the committee during this meeting.

• Discussion of Pedestrian and Bicycle Master Plan update
• Discussion of Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan update

Community Development Authority

The Community Development Authority will consider approving minutes from two previous meetings and review an example of a Shorewood land trust presented by Joe Lesage and Lamont Davis. The land trust discussion follows a prior overview of the Milwaukee Community Land Trust model for affordable homeownership.

• Consider approval of CDA meeting minutes from September 6, 2024
• Consider approval of Joint CDA & Plan Commission meeting minutes from September 12, 2024
• Review example of Shorewood land trust presented by Joe Lesage and Lamont Davis

Design Review Board

The Design Review Board will review three applications: a dormer expansion at 4106 N. Maryland Ave, a wall sign at 3551 N. Oakland Ave, and an awning sign requiring a special exception at 4511 N. Oakland Ave. The board will also approve minutes from the November 7 meeting. Public comments may be submitted in writing before 3pm on November 20.

• Expansion of an existing dormer at 4106 N. Maryland Avenue
• Installation of a wall sign at 3551 N. Oakland Avenue
• Special exception for an awning sign at 4511 N. Oakland Avenue
• Approval of November 7, 2024 meeting minutes
• Written public comment deadline: 3pm day prior to meeting

Village Board of Trustees

The Village Board of Trustees is holding a public hearing to consider the proposed 2025 municipal budget. The proposal includes a total revenue and expenditure budget of $14,423,345 for the General Fund.

• Proposed General Fund property tax revenue of $9,126,494 (a 6.00% increase)
• Proposed total Village tax levy for all funds of $13,451,683 (a 6.77% increase)
• Proposed Public Safety expenditure of $8,386,381
• Proposed Public Works expenditure of $3,183,917
• Proposed General Government expenditure of $1,807,567

Village Board of Trustees

The Village Board will hold a public hearing on the proposed 2025 budget and consider resolutions to adopt the budget, authorize the 2024 general property tax levy, and carry forward unused levy capacity. The board will also consider ordinances on residential parking permits and a special daytime parking permit with fees. Other items include a closed session to discuss police union negotiation strategy and a proclamation recognizing election inspectors.

• Public hearing on proposed 2025 budget
• Consider Resolution 2024-16 adopting 2025 budget and authorizing 2024 property tax levy
• Consider Resolution 2024-17 to carry forward unused levy capacity
• Consider Ordinance 3069 regulating residential parking permits and Ordinance 3070 special daytime parking permit and fees
• Consent agenda: authorization to hire a police officer and repairs to refuse compactor

Library Board of Trustees

The Shorewood Public Library Board of Trustees will consider and vote on a multi-year agreement with the Milwaukee County Federated Library System for integrated library services, resource sharing, and technology. The board will also vote on amendments to its bylaws and approve the 2025 holiday closing schedule. Information reports include the director's update, volunteer training modules, and a discussion on open meetings law.

• Action on 2025-2028 Milwaukee County Federated Library System ILS, Resource Sharing and Technology Agreement
• Action on amendments to Shorewood Public Library Board of Trustees Bylaws
• Action on 2025 Holiday Closings
• Approval of October 9, 2024 meeting minutes and accounts payable reports
• Information on volunteer and elected official training modules

Board of Appeals

The Board of Appeals heard several variance requests and one enforcement appeal. The board approved two residential construction variances and upheld a village decision regarding downspout requirements.

• Granted variance for a 13’ x 23’ detached garage at 4044 N Prospect Ave to allow 2-foot setbacks
• Granted variance for an A/C condenser in the side yard setback at 4339 N. Alpine Ave
• Affirmed village decision regarding downspout disconnection requirements at 2615 E. Menlo Blvd
• Reviewed variance request for a 14’x22’ garage at 4422 N. Woodburn St
• Discussed court-remanded record supplement for multi-family redevelopment at 2418, 2420, 2428 E. Capitol Drive

Parks and Public Spaces Committee

The committee will discuss scheduling a joint public engagement meeting for updates to the Parks Plan and Pedestrian and Bicycle Safety Plan, and confirm recommendations from the Safe Streets for All demonstration grant activities. Parks updates, pedestrian and bicycle safety updates, and other public spaces updates will also be provided.

• Schedule next public engagement meeting for Parks Plan and Pedestrian and Bicycle Safety Plan updates
• Confirm recommendations from Safe Streets for All demonstration grant activities
• Discuss draft Complete Streets policy and Pedestrian and Bicycle Master Plan updates
• Review parks subcommittee coordination and playground options for younger children
• Receive updates on pedestrian and bicycle safety initiatives and potential traffic calming measures

Design Review Board

The Design Review Board will consider five residential applications, including a new single-unit residence at 2010 E. Jarvis Street, a dormer expansion at 4106 N. Maryland Avenue, a window removal at 4107 N. Lake Drive, and a front yard patio at 2412 E. Edgewood Avenue. The board will also approve minutes from the previous meeting. No fiscal or policy decisions are on the agenda.

• New single-unit residence at 2010 E. Jarvis Street
• Dormer expansion (north elevation) at 4106 N. Maryland Avenue
• Window removal (north elevation) at 4107 N. Lake Drive
• Front yard patio installation at 2412 E. Edgewood Avenue

Elder Services Advisory Board

The Elder Services Advisory Board will meet to review reports from the Senior Resource Center and the Age-Friendly Community Subcommittee. The board will also hold a discussion regarding senior services long-term planning.

• Senior Services Long-Term Planning Discussion
• Age-Friendly Community Subcommittee Reports
• Shorewood Connects Initiatives Updates
• Senior Resource Center Director Report
• Health Department Updates

Conservation Committee

The Shorewood Conservation Committee will discuss proposed ordinance changes regarding native landscaping and review an initiatives form for the Village Manager. They will also receive updates from subcommittees and on the Film Fest. The meeting includes approval of previous minutes and community concerns.

• Discussion of proposed ordinance changes regarding native landscaping
• Discussion of initiatives form for Village Manager’s review
• Film Fest Updates
• Consider approval of October 3 meeting minutes
• Report of subcommittees (biodiversity, waste reduction, energy efficiency)

Public Art Committee

The Public Art Committee will discuss details of the Village Hall Gallery Art Program and a partnership with Shorewood Intermediate School to program the Ghost Train. The committee will also consider approval of the October 2 meeting minutes and address other old or new business.

• Discussion of Village Hall Gallery Art Program details
• Discussion of partnership with Shorewood Intermediate School and the Ghost Train
• Consider approval of October 2 meeting minutes

Village Board of Trustees

The Village Board and the Judiciary, Personnel and Licensing Committee will review updates to the 2025 Human Resources Manual. The board will also discuss the Shorewood Business Improvement District 2025 Operating Plan and a lead service line replacement contract.

• Proposed 2025 Human Resources Manual amendments including salary table updates and security policy changes
• Shorewood Business Improvement District 2025 Operating Plan and N. Oakland Avenue construction signage request
• Award of contract for 2024-25 Private Lead Service Line Replacement project
• Consideration of SEACSI Phase IIa deferral
• Exploration of closing streets for 2025 Trick or Treat

Village Board Standing Committee Meeting Notes

The Judiciary, Personnel & Licensing Committee reviewed proposed amendments to the 2025 Human Resources Manual, including deleting the social welfare fund. A discussion about adding job opening notices to the consent agenda did not result in a change. The committee voted 2-1 to forward the manual to the Library Board and full Village Board for adoption.

• Forwarded 2025 Human Resources Manual to Library Board and full Village Board (vote 2-1)
• Social welfare fund deleted from the manual
• Discussion on placing job opening notices on the consent agenda (no action taken)

Parks and Public Spaces Committee

The Pedestrian and Bicycle Safety Subcommittee will meet for discussion only; no action will be taken. The agenda notes two ongoing plan updates: the Pedestrian and Bicycle Master Plan and the Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan. The public may submit questions in advance.

• Discussion of Pedestrian and Bicycle Master Plan update
• Discussion of Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan update
• Possible quorum of Parks and Public Spaces Committee present for discussion
• Public may submit questions to Chris Anderson by noon of meeting date

Parks and Public Spaces Committee

The Parks Subcommittee will meet for discussion only; no action will be taken. The primary topics are ongoing updates to the Pedestrian and Bicycle Master Plan and the Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan.

• Discussion of Pedestrian and Bicycle Master Plan update
• Discussion of Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan update
• No formal votes or decisions scheduled

Design Review Board

The Design Review Board will review five residential and commercial development applications, including a new single-unit residence at 2010 E. Jarvis Street and a commercial lighting installation at 4447 N. Oakland Avenue. The board will also approve meeting minutes from October 10.

• New single-unit residence at 2010 E. Jarvis Street
• Removal of second-floor deck and conversion of door to window at 3571-73 N. Maryland Avenue
• Circular driveway installation at 4025 N. Lake Drive
• Window installation at 3575 N. Lake Drive
• Installation of three commercial outdoor lighting fixtures at 4447 N. Oakland Avenue

Village Board of Trustees

The Village Board will hold a regular meeting preceded by committee sessions. The Judiciary Committee will review proposed 2025 Human Resources Manual amendments. The Board will consider a resolution to move Wards 5-8 back to the Village Center and an ordinance to create an annual motor vehicle registration fee. The board will also receive a letter from retired board members regarding affordable housing and discuss the 2025 budget.

• Consider Ordinance 3068 creating an annual motor vehicle registration fee
• Consider Resolution 2024-15 moving Wards 5-8 back to Village Center effective January 2025
• Review proposed 2025 Human Resources Manual amendments (Judiciary Committee)
• Follow up to 2025 Budget Discussion (Committee of the Whole)
• Letter from retired board members regarding affordable housing

Parks and Public Spaces Committee

The Parks and Public Spaces Committee will review updates on the Pedestrian and Bicycle Master Plan and the proposed Complete Streets policy. The body will also discuss and potentially recommend activities for the Safe Streets for All demonstration grant.

• Proposed Complete Streets policy update
• Safe Streets for All demonstration grant activities
• Comprehensive Parks Plan update status
• Pedestrian and Bicycle Master Plan update

Parks and Public Spaces Committee

The Pedestrian and Bicycle Safety Subcommittee is meeting to discuss plan updates. The agenda states that no action will be taken by the committee during this meeting.

• Discussion of Pedestrian and Bicycle Master Plan update
• Discussion of Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan update

Design Review Board

The Design Review Board will review applications for residential additions and alterations. The board is considering plans for a garage addition, a window-to-door change, and a patio installation.

• Rear addition including attached garage and second-floor at 4525-27 N. Woodburn Street
• Window-to-door alteration on the rear elevation at 1900 E. Kenmore Place
• Front yard patio with retaining wall at 4425 N. Lake Drive

Library Board of Trustees

The Shorewood Public Library Board of Trustees will meet to take action on amendments to its bylaws and updates to the 2025 Village of Shorewood Human Resources Manual. The board will also receive reports on the library's budget review and the Director of Library Services.

• Updates to 2025 Village of Shorewood Human Resources Manual
• Amendments to the Shorewood Public Library Board of Trustees Bylaws
• Review of video streaming for board meetings
• Update on October 7 Village of Shorewood Board of Trustees Budget Review
• Friends of the Shorewood Public Library Proclamation for National Friends of Libraries Week

Parks and Public Spaces Committee

The regularly scheduled October 8 meeting of the Parks and Public Spaces Committee has been postponed to October 15, 2024. No agenda items are discussed; the notice only announces the rescheduling.

• Meeting rescheduled from October 8 to October 15, 2024

Village Board of Trustees

The Village Board will hold a Committee of the Whole to review results of a community poll on high-impact budget options (204 responses) and then examine the proposed 2025 budget across General, Special Revenue, Debt, Capital Projects, TID, and Enterprise funds. Later, the regular Board meeting will consider Ordinance 3067, which updates food/lodging licensing fees to reflect state law changes, and authorize a closed session for police union contract negotiations.

• High impact options poll results (204 respondents) – ranking of levy increases, recycling-refuse charge, vehicle registration fee, streetlight replacement charge, parking utility fund balance, and delayed capital purchases
• 2025 budget review for General Fund, Special Revenue (Library, Senior Resource Center, Shorewood Today), Debt, Capital Projects, TID, and Enterprise Funds (parking/water/sewer)
• Ordinance 3067 amending Chapter 299 (Food, Lodging and Recreational Safety and Licensing) with fee schedule amendments
• Proclamations for White Cane Safety Day and Metastatic Breast Cancer Awareness
• Closed session under Wis. Stat. § 19.85(1)(e) to discuss negotiating strategy for the police union agreement

Elder Services Advisory Board

This is a routine meeting of the Elder Services Advisory Board consisting of reports, subcommittee updates, and a discussion on long-term planning for senior services. No decisions or public hearings are scheduled; all items are informational or for discussion only.

• Approval of September 5, 2024, meeting minutes
• Chairperson report on board activities
• Age-Friendly Community Subcommittee reports
• Senior Resource Center Director report and updates
• Senior Services Long-Term Planning Discussion

Conservation Committee

The Conservation Committee will meet to discuss community concerns and receive subcommittee and staff updates. The primary item for discussion is the selection of movies for a film festival.

• Selection of movies for film festival

Parks and Public Spaces Committee

The Pedestrian and Bicycle Safety Subcommittee of the Parks and Public Spaces Committee will hold a discussion-only meeting on October 3, 2024. No votes or decisions will be taken. The meeting will cover updates to the Pedestrian and Bicycle Master Plan and the Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan. A quorum of the full Parks and Public Spaces Committee may be present, but no action by that body will occur.

• Discussion of updates to the Pedestrian and Bicycle Master Plan
• Discussion of updates to the Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan
• Possible quorum of the Parks and Public Spaces Committee; no action taken

Public Art Committee

The Shorewood Public Art Committee will consider and approve submissions for the Village Hall Gallery Art Program. They will also discuss a partnership with Shorewood Intermediate School for the Ghost Train project, participation in the Fish and Feather Festival, and planning for an Arts festival. Approval of the September 4 meeting minutes is also on the agenda.

• Discussion and approval of Village Hall Gallery Art Program submissions (three artists submitted work)
• Discussion of partnership with Shorewood Intermediate School for the Ghost Train A/V experience
• Discussion of participation with the Fish and Feather Festival
• Discussion of Arts festival (possibly tabled to spring/fall 2025)
• Approval of September 4 meeting minutes

Design Review Board

The Design Review Board will review applications and plans for various home exterior changes. These include window installations, a rear addition, and the removal of decks and balconies.

• Installation of 3 windows at 4465 N. Woodburn Street
• Installation of a window at 2303 E. Olive Street
• Removal of a second-floor deck and door at 3571-73 N. Maryland Avenue
• Rear addition (attached garage and second-floor above) at 4525-27 N. Woodburn Street
• Installation of a front yard patio at 3542 N. Hackett Avenue

Village Board of Trustees

The Village Board will host two Budget Town Halls for the 2025 budget: one in person on September 19 and one virtually on September 23. No official business is conducted or votes taken at these informational sessions.

• In-person Budget Town Hall: Thursday, September 19, 6:00 PM at Village Center Lower Level Meeting Room
• Virtual Budget Town Hall: Monday, September 23, 6:00 PM via Zoom
• Notice states no matter shall be considered nor any action taken by the Village Board

Village Board of Trustees

This is a notice of possible quorum for two 2025 Budget Town Halls on September 19 (in person) and September 23 (virtual). The Village Board will not consider or take action on any matter at these gatherings; they are informational only.

• First 2025 Budget Town Hall: Thursday, September 19, 6:00 PM at Village Center
• Second 2025 Budget Town Hall: Monday, September 23, 6:00 PM via Zoom

Library Board of Trustees

The Shorewood Public Library Board will act on the 2025 proposed budget and tax levy request, the Greater Milwaukee Foundation/Lange Bequest proposals, and a cost of living adjustment. They will also receive committee reports and may enter closed session to discuss employee compensation and performance.

• Action on 2025 Shorewood Public Library Proposed Budgets and Tax Levy Request
• Action on 2025 Greater Milwaukee Foundation/Lange Bequest Proposals
• Action on 2025 Cost of Living Adjustment
• Information – Personnel Committee Report
• Information – Finance Committee Report

Village Board of Trustees

The Village Board is reviewing the 2025 budget, including a proposed $422,000 increase in salaries for COLA and market adjustments. The board is considering several funding options to balance the budget, including levy increases and new user fees.

• Proposed 6% property tax levy increase (estimated $103 impact on a $340,000 home)
• Proposed $150 recycling-refuse user charge
• Proposed $30 annual municipal vehicle registration fee (wheel tax)
• Proposed streetlight system replacement charge ($153 for residential parcels)
• Service agreements for turf maintenance and streetscape 2025-2027

Library Board of Trustees

The Shorewood Public Library Board of Trustees Personnel Committee will hear an Assistant Director update and discuss recommended salaries and wages for 2025. The committee will then convene in closed session under state law to discuss the salary and wage for the Youth Services Librarian position. No votes or final decisions are expected at this committee meeting.

• Assistant Director update
• Discussion of 2025 recommended salaries and wages
• Closed session to discuss Youth Services Librarian salary and wage

Library Board of Trustees

The Shorewood Public Library Board of Trustees Personnel Committee will hear an update from the assistant director and discuss recommended salaries and wages for 2025. The committee will also convene in closed session under state statute to discuss the salary and wage of the Youth Services Librarian. No final decisions are expected; items are for discussion and recommendation.

• Assistant Director Update
• 2025 Recommended Salaries and Wages
• Closed session to discuss Youth Services Librarian salary and wage
• Meeting held at Library Program Room, 3920 N. Murray Ave

Design Review Board

The Shorewood Design Review Board will meet to consider five applications for residential and commercial property modifications. Items include a second-story addition and door/window changes at 4508 N. Newhall Street, window modifications at 2826 E. Menlo Boulevard, an exterior lighting plan at 2521 E. Capitol Drive, a wall and blade sign at 4001 N. Downer Avenue, and revisions to a previously approved pavilion at 3615 N. Lake Drive. The board will also approve minutes from the previous meeting.

• Second-story addition and door/window modifications at 4508 N. Newhall Street
• Window modifications (north and east elevations) at 2826 E. Menlo Boulevard
• Exterior lighting plan at commercial property 2521 E. Capitol Drive
• Wall and blade sign installation at commercial property 4001 N. Downer Avenue
• Revisions to previously approved attached rear yard pavilion at 3615 N. Lake Drive

Village Board of Trustees

The Village Board and Community Development Authority are holding a special joint meeting to hear presentations from three developers who responded to a request for proposals (RFP) for redevelopment of village-owned parking lots. After presentations, members will individually score and collectively rank the proposals using a rubric. The Village will later evaluate consistency with plans and priorities before potentially proceeding with an official application for public assistance.

• Proposal from Envision Growth LLC for 3900 N. Frederick Avenue
• Proposal from Spoerl Commercial, LLC for 4448-50 N. Oakland Avenue
• Proposal from T. Spell Development Group for 3900 N. Frederick Avenue
• Scoring rubric used to evaluate proposals based on developer track record and other criteria
• Rolling submissions allowed: additional RFP responses accepted by the 15th of each month

Community Development Authority

The Community Development Authority and Village Board will hear presentations from three developers regarding the redevelopment of Village-owned parking lots. The body will use a scoring rubric to rank the proposals based on specific criteria.

• Proposal for 3900 N. Frederick Avenue by Envision Growth LLC
• Proposal for 4448-50 N. Oakland Avenue by Spoerl Commercial, LLC
• Proposal for 3900 N. Frederick Avenue by T. Spell Development Group

The Village Board and CDA held a joint meeting to review three proposals for redeveloping two village-owned parking lots into affordable housing. No official votes were taken; the meeting was for fact-finding and feedback. The proposals will undergo technical reviews before any applications proceed.

• Reviewed Envision Growth's Medley Lofts proposal for Village Hall/Center lot (50 units, 30-60% CMI)
• Reviewed Spoerl Commercial's proposal for 4448-50 N. Oakland Ave. (18 units, 60% CMI)
• Reviewed T. Spell Development Group's proposal for Village Hall/Center lot (53 units, mixed AMI)
• No official action taken on any proposal

Police Commission

The regularly scheduled Police Commission meeting for September 11, 2024, has been postponed. The meeting is now scheduled for December 11, 2024.

Library Board of Trustees

The Shorewood Public Library Board of Trustees will consider and take action on several key items, including the 2025 proposed budget and tax levy request, a 2025-2028 MSFLS Resource Sharing and Technology Membership Agreement, proposals from the Greater Milwaukee Foundation/Lange Bequest, and a cost-of-living adjustment. The board will also discuss Planning Committee membership and receive informational reports on bylaw amendments and committee activities. Public comment and approval of consent agenda items are included.

• Vote on 2025 Shorewood Public Library Proposed Budgets and Tax Levy Request
• Vote on 2025-2028 MSFLS Resource Sharing and Technology Membership Agreement
• Vote on 2025 Greater Milwaukee Foundation/Lange Bequest Proposals
• Vote on 2025 Cost of Living Adjustment
• Discussion on Planning Committee Membership

Board of Appeals

The Shorewood Board of Appeals will consider three contested property-code items: an appeal of a downspout disconnection enforcement order at 2615 E. Menlo Blvd, a variance for an air conditioning condenser side-yard setback at 4339 N. Alpine Ave, and a variance to build a detached garage within rear and side setbacks at 4044 N. Prospect Ave. The board will also approve minutes from prior meetings and review legal standards.

• Appeal of Village Enforcement EEN24-000556 for downspout disconnection at 2615 E. Menlo Blvd
• Variance request for A/C condenser side-yard setback (Code 225-7(4)) at 4339 N. Alpine Ave
• Variance request for detached garage in rear/side setbacks (Code 535-19 F) at 4044 N. Prospect Ave
• Approval of meeting minutes from June 11 and July 16, 2024

Parks and Public Spaces Committee

The Parks and Public Spaces Committee will hear an update on the status of the Pedestrian and Bicycle Master Plan and a proposed Complete Streets policy. Other items include staff liaison updates, general parks and pedestrian/bicycle safety updates, and discussion of future agenda items. No votes or public hearings are scheduled; the meeting is primarily informational.

• Welcome new committee member Raynie Pero
• Update on Pedestrian and Bicycle Master Plan and proposed Complete Streets policy
• General Parks Updates
• Pedestrian and Bicycle Safety Updates
• Discussion of future agenda items

The Parks and Public Spaces Committee discussed updates to the Pedestrian and Bicycle Master Plan and a draft Complete Streets policy, with a public engagement meeting targeted for November. They advocated for 2025 budget items including $1,500 for reckless driving, $1,000 for Ch. 207 code, and $1,000 for Oak Leaf Trail signage review, plus a proposed sidewalk stencil project at $13,250. No formal votes were taken on these items; the only motion was to adjourn, which carried 9-0.

• Adjourned meeting (9-0)
• Discussed Pedestrian and Bicycle Master Plan updates
• Advocated for 2025 budget items: $1,500 reckless driving, $1,000 Ch. 207, $1,000 Oak Leaf Trail signage
• Proposed sidewalk stencil project at $13,250 for 75 stencils

Parks and Public Spaces Committee

The Pedestrian and Bicycle Safety Subcommittee of the Shorewood Parks and Public Spaces Committee is meeting on September 10, 2024, for discussion only. No formal action will be taken. The meeting will cover three ongoing planning efforts: updates to the Pedestrian and Bicycle Master Plan and the Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan, and development of the Atwater Park Circulation Plan. A quorum of the full committee may be present, but no votes will occur.

• Discussion of Pedestrian and Bicycle Master Plan update
• Discussion of Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan update
• Discussion of Atwater Park Circulation Plan development

Community Development Authority

The Community Development Authority will meet to review previous meeting minutes and receive a presentation from Milwaukee County Land Trust Executive Director Lamont Davis.

• Overview of the Milwaukee County Land Trust by Executive Director Lamont Davis

The Shorewood Community Development Authority met on September 6, 2024, and approved three sets of meeting minutes. The main agenda item was an informational presentation by Lamont Davis, Executive Director of the Milwaukee Community Land Trust, about using land trusts to provide affordable homeownership in Shorewood. No formal decisions were made regarding the land trust; the CDA discussed next steps, including possibly conducting a local housing analysis.

• Approved Joint CDA & Plan Commission meeting minutes (6-0)
• Approved Joint CDA & Village Board meeting minutes (6-0)
• Approved CDA meeting minutes (6-0)
• No action taken on land trust proposal; discussion only

Conservation Committee

The Conservation Committee will discuss and possibly act on a request for volunteer committee funding to purchase clover seed. They will also discuss participation in the Fish and Feather Festival, a film festival, and updates to the committee website. The meeting includes approval of prior meeting minutes and community concerns.

• Discussion and possible action to request volunteer committee funding for purchase of clover seed
• Discussion of film festival
• Discussion of committee website updates process
• Discussion of Fish and Feather Festival participation
• Approval of July 18 meeting minutes

Public Art Committee

The Public Art Committee will meet to select a new committee chair and discuss a partnership with Shorewood Intermediate School. The body will also review submissions for the Village Hall Gallery Art Program and discuss an arts festival.

• Selection of a new committee chair
• Partnership with Shorewood Intermediate School
• Village Hall Gallery Art Program submission review
• Arts festival discussion

Village Board of Trustees

The Village Board will hold a public hearing and consider Ordinance 3066 to repeal and replace floodplain regulations. They will also vote on code updates for solid waste (Ordinance 3064) and forestry (Ordinance 3065), and discuss the 2025 budget, including a public engagement plan and high-impact options. Committees earlier in the evening review a prioritization process, fee schedule amendments, and a salary survey.

• Public hearing and consideration of Ordinance 3066: Repeal and replace floodplain zoning regulations
• Consider Ordinance 3064: Solid waste code updates
• Consider Ordinance 3065: Forestry code updates
• Consider public engagement plan for 2025 budget
• Consider Resolution 2024-11 amending the Village fee schedule

The Village Board approved three ordinance updates: replacing floodplain regulations (Ordinance 3066), updating solid waste code (Ordinance 3064), and updating forestry code (Ordinance 3065), all by 7-0 votes. They also approved a surveyor proposal for the public works site and a public engagement plan for the 2025 budget. A salary survey discussion noted that 71% of village positions were below market average, leading to a recommendation to adjust wage midpoints, but no formal action was taken on this item.

• Approved Ordinance 3066 replacing floodplain regulations (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance 3064 updating solid waste code (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance 3065 updating forestry code (7-0)
• Approved Chaput surveyor proposal ($8,700) and Chicago Title fee ($1,250) using ARPA funds (7-0)
• Approved public engagement plan for 2025 budget, with staff not required to participate in popup events (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda with item 5e removed (7-0)
• Moved to closed session to discuss prospective properties for new DPW site (7-0)

Library Board of Trustees

The Shorewood Public Library Board of Trustees Finance Committee meets to discuss the library’s 2025 draft budget, a four-year technology and resource-sharing agreement, and a village financial outlook. Trustees will also review requests for grants from the Greater Milwaukee Foundation Lange Bequest.

• 2025–2028 MCFLS ILS, Resource Sharing and Technology Membership Agreement
• 2025 Draft Shorewood Public Library Budget
• 2024 and 2025 Greater Milwaukee Foundation Lange Bequest Requests
• Village of Shorewood Financial Outlook presented by Village Manager Rebecca Ewald

Parks and Public Spaces Committee

The Pedestrian and Bicycle Safety Subcommittee will meet to discuss updating the Village's 2015 Pedestrian and Bicycle Master Plan. This is a notice of possible quorum; no action will be taken by the full Parks and Public Spaces Committee. The meeting is for discussion only.

• Discussion on updating the 2015 Pedestrian and Bicycle Master Plan

Design Review Board

The Design Review Board meeting scheduled for August 22, 2024, was canceled. The agenda included the consideration of three residential and commercial property applications.

• Second story addition and door/window modifications at 4508 N. Newhall Street
• Window modifications at 2826 E. Menlo Blvd.
• Exterior lighting plan at 2521 E. Capitol Drive

Board of Review

The Board of Review will examine the assessment roll, correct errors, and hear objections to 2023 property assessments. The body will also consider requests for hearing waivers and telephone testimony.

• Objection to assessment for The Kroger at 4075 N Oakland Avenue (Assessed: $38,995,600; Owner opinion: $21,190,000)
• Objection to assessment for Heidi Thole at 3710 N Oakland Avenue #409
• Objection to assessment for Patrick Bieser/Northwoods Advisor Holdings, LLC at 1572 E Capitol Dr
• Request for waiver of BOR hearing and subpoena request for The Kroger at 4075 N Oakland Avenue
• Request for telephone testimony or written statement by Heidi Thole

Parks and Public Spaces Committee

The Pedestrian and Bicycle Safety Subcommittee will meet to discuss updating the Village's 2015 Pedestrian and Bicycle Master Plan. No action will be taken by the subcommittee or the full Parks and Public Spaces Committee, though a quorum of the full committee may be present. The meeting is a discussion-only session.

• Discussion of updating the 2015 Pedestrian and Bicycle Master Plan
• Possible quorum of the Parks and Public Spaces Committee may be present
• No action will be taken at this subcommittee meeting
• Public may submit questions to Chris Anderson by noon on meeting date

Design Review Board

The Design Review Board will review applications for exterior modifications to three residential properties and one commercial property. The board is considering plans for patios, windows, a dormer, and signage.

• Side yard patio at 2318 E. Lake Bluff Blvd.
• Rear elevation dormer and window modifications at 2101 E. Beverly Road
• South elevation window modifications at 2123 E. Lake Bluff Blvd.
• Wall-mounted sign at 2221 E. Capitol Drive

Public Art Committee

The committee will consider actions regarding a new rotating gallery program at Village Hall and the use of volunteer funds for Signaling History brochures. Members will also discuss the Arts festival.

• Rotating gallery program at Village Hall
• Request for volunteer committee funds for Signaling History brochure printing
• Arts festival discussion

Elder Services Advisory Board

The Elder Services Advisory Board will meet to consider approving two Benjamin Fund reimbursement requests for Senior Resource Center eligible expenditures from the fourth quarter of 2023 and the second quarter of 2024. The board will also receive updates from Age-Friendly Community subcommittees, the Senior Resource Center director, Shorewood Connects initiatives, and the Health Department, and discuss long-term planning for senior services.

• Consider approval of Benjamin Fund reimbursement request for 2023 fourth quarter SRC eligible expenditures
• Consider approval of Benjamin Fund reimbursement request for 2024 second quarter SRC eligible expenditures
• Senior Services Long-Term Planning Discussion
• Shorewood Connects Initiatives Updates
• Age-Friendly Community Subcommittee Reports

The Elder Services Advisory Board approved two reimbursement requests from the William Benjamin Fund for Senior Resource Center eligible expenditures: $29,475 for Q4 2023 and $20,594 for Q2 2024, both unanimously. The board also approved the June 6, 2024 minutes. A long-term planning discussion was tabled, and no other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved $29,475 Benjamin Fund reimbursement for Q4 2023 SRC expenditures (5-0)
• Approved $20,594 Benjamin Fund reimbursement for Q2 2024 SRC expenditures (5-0)
• Approved June 6, 2024 meeting minutes (4-0)

Village Board of Trustees

The Village Board will hold a regular meeting preceded by committee meetings. Key items include consideration of solid waste and forestry code updates, a new alcohol license for Nana Sushi, and approval of multiple contracts and appointments. The board will also receive a long-range plan presentation and 2025 budget forecast, and may enter closed session for pending litigation.

• Consider Ordinance 3064 solid waste code updates
• Consider Ordinance 3065 forestry code updates
• Consider 2024-2025 Class B alcohol licenses for Nana Sushi at 4511 N Oakland Ave
• Consider 2025 operational budget forecast and long-range plan presentation
• Consider RFP for redevelopment of village-owned parking lots

The Village Board approved the RFP for redevelopment of village-owned parking lots by a 3-2 vote, with Trustees Stokebrand and Couto dissenting. The board also approved several other items, including a $7,500 water utility rate case agreement, a $18,400 structural analysis task order, and a $40,000 site assessment task order. A long-range financial plan and 2025 budget forecast were presented but no action was taken.

• Approved RFP for redevelopment of village-owned parking lots (3-2)
• Approved $7,500 agreement for water utility conventional rate case (5-0)
• Approved $18,400 task order for DPW warehouse structural analysis using ARPA funds (5-0)
• Approved $40,000 task order for public works site assessment using ARPA funds (4-1)
• Approved tenant representation agreement with Colliers for commercial real estate services (5-0)
• Approved SEACSI Phase 2a lining program with vouchers for impacted residents (5-0)
• Deferred approval of June 17, 2024 meeting minutes to next meeting (5-0)
• Approved 2024-25 LSLR project engineering and inspection agreement (5-0)

Parks and Public Spaces Committee

The Pedestrian and Bicycle Safety Subcommittee is meeting to discuss plan updates and development. The notice states that no action will be taken by the committee during this meeting.

• Discussion of Pedestrian and Bicycle Master Plan update
• Discussion of Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan update
• Discussion of Atwater Park Circulation Plan development

Community Development Authority

The Community Development Authority will review and recommend a Request for Proposals (RFP) for the redevelopment of three village-owned parking lots located at 3900 N. Frederick Avenue, 4448-50 N. Oakland Avenue, and 3595 N. Oakland Avenue. The RFP aims to solicit development ideas that align with village goals including affordable housing. The CDA's recommendation will go to the Village Board.

• RFP covers parking lots at 3900 N. Frederick Ave., 4448-50 N. Oakland Ave., and 3595 N. Oakland Ave.
• Previous Village Board action on March 15, 2021 extended TID 1 with ~$2.1 million for affordable housing
• CDA explored rental voucher and Community Land Trust (CLT) strategies; now shifting to homeownership via developer RFP
• Proposals will follow Policy 40 with a 15-minute presentation to CDA and Village Board
• Initial developer interviews scheduled for September 12, 2024; rolling submissions thereafter

Design Review Board

The Shorewood Design Review Board will vote on applications for exterior modifications at four residential properties. Items include a dormer addition, gable changes and new porch, window replacement with doors, and window eliminations.

• Installation of a dormer at 1410 E. Lake Bluff Blvd.
• Architectural changes to gables, chimney removal, window modifications, and new front porch at 1907 E. Lake Bluff Blvd.
• Modification of three windows to a double swing door at 4224 N. Maryland Avenue.
• Elimination of two windows at 4101 N. Stowell Ave.

The Shorewood Design Review Board approved three residential projects: a dormer addition at 1410 E. Lake Bluff Blvd. was deferred for revised plans; architectural changes at 1907 E. Lake Bluff Blvd. were approved 4-0; a door conversion at 4224 N. Maryland Ave. was approved 4-0; and window removal at 4101 N. Stowell Ave. was approved 3-1.

• Deferred dormer addition at 1410 E. Lake Bluff Blvd. pending revised plans
• Approved architectural changes at 1907 E. Lake Bluff Blvd. (4-0)
• Approved window-to-door conversion at 4224 N. Maryland Ave. (4-0)
• Approved window removal at 4101 N. Stowell Ave. (3-1, Pachefsky no)

Board of Review

The Shorewood Board of Review is reconvening to examine the 2024 assessment roll, certify corrections, and hear taxpayer objections to 2023 assessments. The agenda includes election of officers, verification of training, and consideration of waiver requests for hearing notices. Specific objections are listed for properties at 4075 N Oakland Avenue (The Kroger) and 3710 N Oakland Avenue #409, plus a third parcel from Northwoods Advisor Holdings.

• Objection by The Kroger, 4075 N Oakland Avenue (parcel 240-0054-003)
• Objection by Heidi Thole, 3710 N Oakland Avenue #409 (parcel 246-0422-039)
• Objection by Patrick Bieser / Northwoods Advisor Holdings, 1572 E Capitol Dr (parcel 240-0136-000)
• Discussion and action on subpoena requests for The Kroger parcel
• Consideration of waivers for 48-hour notice of intent to file an objection

Plan Commission

The Plan Commission will consider recommending an ordinance amendment to repeal and replace Chapter 536 (Floodplain Regulations) to align with updated FEMA flood maps and state DNR model language. This update is mandated by federal and state requirements. The meeting also includes approval of previous minutes and discussion of future agenda items.

• Repeal and replace Chapter 536 – Floodplain Regulations to comply with FEMA and DNR requirements
• Public hearing and discussion on the floodplain ordinance amendment
• Approval of May 28, 2024 Plan Commission meeting minutes

Conservation Committee

The Conservation Committee will meet to discuss the 2025 Pollinator Palooza event. The body will also receive reports from subcommittees and updates from the staff liaison.

• Discussion of Pollinator Palooza 2025
• Approval of June 6 meeting minutes

The Shorewood Conservation Committee approved the June 6 meeting minutes (6-0) and discussed a potential rebate program for electric yard equipment, based on a survey showing 77% support. No formal decisions were made on the rebate; the subcommittee will conduct further research. The committee also discussed invasive plant warnings, a September speaker on clover lawns, and plans for Pollinator Palooza 2025.

• Approved June 6 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Adjourned meeting (6-0)

Library Board of Trustees

The Library Board Finance Committee will review the 2024 operating and enhanced budgets, discuss Greater Milwaukee Foundation accounts, receive updates from the Village Finance Department, and set a timeline for the 2025 budget process. No specific dollar amounts or new proposals are listed on the agenda; the session is a routine budget review and planning meeting.

• Review of 2024 Operating and Enhanced Budgets
• Review of Greater Milwaukee Foundation accounts
• Village of Shorewood Finance Department updates
• Discussion of 2025 Budget Timeline

Board of Appeals

The Board of Appeals will consider several requests for variances and special exceptions regarding fences, lot coverage, and code interpretations. The meeting includes a review of standards by the board's attorney.

• Variance request for an 8-foot-tall fence in the front setback at 4442 N. Lake Dr.
• Special Exception request for a 300 sq. ft. rear yard patio at 4205-07 N. Prospect Ave.
• Appeal of Village Code interpretations at 3515 N. Murray Ave.
• Variance request for Village Codes 225-8 and 535-19 at 2224 E. Capitol Dr.

Board of Review

The Board of Review will review the annual assessment roll to correct errors, omissions, or double assessments. The board will also consider requests for waivers regarding objection notices and hearing procedures. Additionally, the meeting includes the consideration of any filed objections to the 2023 assessment.

• Examination of the assessment roll for corrections, omissions, or double assessments
• Certification of error corrections under Wis. Stat. § 70.43
• Review of notices of intent to file objections
• Consideration of requests for waivers regarding notice and hearing procedures
• Hearing objections to the 2023 assessment

Library Board of Trustees

The Board will vote on approving the 2025 Friends of the Shorewood Public Library Grant. The meeting also includes updates on the MCFLS Strategic Plan and library policy development.

• Approval of 2025 Friends of the Shorewood Public Library Grant
• MCFLS Strategic Plan 2025-2028 update
• Planning Committee discussion
• Review of Trustee Essentials Handbook regarding library policies

Board of Appeals

The Shorewood Board of Appeals will meet to review several requests regarding property use and village codes. These items include applications for fence height variances, lot coverage exceptions, and an appeal of code interpretations.

• Variance request for an eight-foot fence at 4442 N. Lake Dr.
• Special exception request regarding lot coverage at 4205-07 N. Prospect Ave.
• Appeal of village code interpretations at 3515 N Murray Ave
• Variance request for multiple codes at 2224 E Capitol Dr.

Parks and Public Spaces Committee

The committee will consider approving the June 11 meeting minutes and receive staff liaison updates. Members will discuss how the Other Public Spaces subcommittee might involve itself with Parks subcommittee meetings. The agenda also includes updates on pedestrian and bicycle safety.

• Approval of June 11 meeting minutes
• Update on August meeting cancellation for Pedestrian and Bicycle Safety Plan review
• Discussion regarding Other Public Spaces subcommittee involvement
• Pedestrian and bicycle safety updates

Parks and Public Spaces Committee

The Pedestrian and Bicycle Safety Subcommittee will meet for discussions regarding ongoing plan updates. No official action will be taken by the committee during this meeting. Topics include the Pedestrian and Bicycle Master Plan, Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan, and Atwater Park Circulation Plan.

• Pedestrian and Bicycle Master Plan update
• Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan update
• Atwater Park Circulation Plan development

Conservation Committee

The Shorewood Conservation Committee meeting scheduled for July 4, 2024, has been postponed. The meeting is now rescheduled for July 18, 2024.

• Postponement of the July 4, 2024, Conservation Committee meeting

Public Art Committee

The committee will discuss the rotating gallery program at Village Hall and the status of the upcoming Arts festival. Members will also discuss potential collaboration with the Shorewood Waters Project.

• Rotating gallery program at Village Hall
• Arts festival planning and budget strategies
• Collaboration with Shorewood Waters Project
• Approval of June 5 meeting minutes

Design Review Board

The board will review several applications for property modifications. These include residential changes to driveways, patios, dormers, and windows, as well as a commercial signage request.

• Circular driveway at 4068 N. Lake Drive
• Front yard patio at 3701-03 N. Murray Avenue
• Dormer construction at 4144 N. Morris Blvd
• Window modifications at 1826 E. Olive Street
• Canopy signage special exception at 2521 E. Capitol Drive

Village Board of Trustees

The Village Board will review the 2025–2034 Water Utility Finance Plan, which includes projections for water main and lead service line replacements. The meeting also features consideration of new alcohol licenses for two Oakland Avenue businesses and an update on RNC emergency preparedness planning.

• Review of 2025–2034 Water Utility Finance Plan
• New alcohol licenses for Asian Garden Restaurant and Corner Liquor
• Update on RNC emergency preparedness planning
• RFP for Commercial Real Estate services
• Special Event Permit for Chris Kegel Slow Roll

Design Review Board

The Design Review Board will consider various applications for property modifications in Shorewood. These include window removals, patio installations, and a new single-unit residence. The board will also review requests for awnings and signage at 3575 N. Oakland Ave.

• Construction of a new single-unit residence at 3711 N. Downer Avenue
• Front yard patio installations at 4459 N. Frederick Avenue and 3701-03 N. Murray Avenue
• Window and door removals at 1200 E. Glendale Avenue
• Awnings, signage, and window decals for 3575 N. Oakland Ave
• Dormer expansion at 4016 N. Farwell Avenue

Police Commission

The regularly scheduled meeting of the Shorewood Police Commission for June 12, 2024, has been postponed. The next meeting is now scheduled for September 11, 2024.

Library Board of Trustees

The Shorewood Public Library Board of Trustees will meet to elect new officers and discuss meeting schedules. The agenda also includes a review of the current strategic plan and the potential formation of a Planning Committee.

• Election of officers
• Review and discussion of current strategic plan
• Potential formation of a Planning Committee
• Discussion regarding board meeting schedules
• Information on developing the library budget

Board of Appeals

The Shorewood Board of Appeals will meet on June 11, 2024, to review April meeting minutes and legal standards. The board will also consider an appeal regarding village code interpretation at 3536 N Cramer St. and a variance request for an outdoor fireplace structure at 2318 E. Lake Bluff Blvd.

• Appeal of Village Code interpretation at 3536 N Cramer St.
• Variance request for an outdoor fireplace structure at 2318 E. Lake Bluff Blvd.

Parks and Public Spaces Committee

The committee will review a concept plan for Atwater Park circulation and pedestrian paths. Members will also receive updates regarding the Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan and the Pedestrian and Bicycle Master Plan.

• $10,000 allocation for Atwater Park Hardscape and Pathway concept plan
• Proposed increase in bike racks at Atwater Park from 3 to 18
• Update on the Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan survey results
• Request to allow dogs on Atwater Beach during early morning hours

Village Board Standing Committee Meeting Notes

This meeting is a roundtable for village committee chairs to present their 2024 initiatives. Manager Ewald and various committee chairs will participate in discussions. No legislative action is scheduled for this meeting.

• Presentation on Leading Shorewood in 2024 by Manager Ewald
• Review of 2024 initiatives from village committees

Elder Services Advisory Board

The Elder Services Advisory Board will elect a new Chairperson and welcome a new member. The meeting includes updates on subcommittee reports, Shorewood Connects initiatives, and the Senior Resource Center. A discussion is also scheduled regarding sustainable senior services implementation.

• Election of Chairperson
• Age-Friendly Community Subcommittee Reports
• Shorewood Connects Initiatives Updates
• Senior Resource Center Director Report
• Planning for Sustainable Shorewood Senior Services Implementation Discussion

Conservation Committee

The Shorewood Conservation Committee will consider approving May meeting minutes, welcome new members, and discuss possible actions on hosting a Solar Power Hour, collaborating on summer events, and a film festival. The agenda includes routine items and community concerns.

• Discussion and possible action on hosting a Solar Power Hour
• Collaboration opportunities for Summer events
• Film festival discussion
• Welcome new members Julia Ela and Moya Mowbray
• Approval of May 9 meeting minutes

Joint Review Board

The Joint Review Board will review Annual PE-300 Reports regarding the performance and status of Tax Incremental Districts No. 3, 4, and 5. The board will also consider a resolution acknowledging the filing of these annual reports. Appointments for a Chairperson and a public member are on the agenda.

• Review of Annual PE-300 Reports for TIF Districts No. 3, 4, and 5
• Appointment of Chairperson
• Appointment of Public member
• Resolution acknowledging filing of annual reports and compliance

Public Art Committee

The committee will discuss the rotating gallery program at Village Hall and the status of the Arts festival. Members will also welcome new member Aurora Ultima and review the Ghost Train project.

• Rotating gallery program at Village Hall
• Arts festival planning and sponsorship
• Ghost Train status update
• Welcome for new member Aurora Ultima

Board of Review

The Shorewood Board of Review will meet to review the annual assessment roll and certify any necessary corrections. The board will also consider requests for waivers regarding objection notices and hearings. Additionally, members will elect a chairperson and vice-chairperson.

• Election of Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson
• Examination and correction of the annual assessment roll
• Review of Notices of Intent to File Objection
• Consideration of waivers for objection notice requirements
• Hearing objections to 2023 assessments, if any

Village Board of Trustees

The Shorewood Village Board will hold a public hearing regarding a proposed ordinance. The ordinance seeks to amend the regulations for principal uses permitted within MX districts under Zoning Code 535-25.

• Public hearing for amendments to principal uses in MX districts (Zoning Code 535-25)

Village Board of Trustees

The Village Board will hold a public hearing and consider an ordinance to amend permitted principal uses in MX districts. Other items include a streetlight replacement implementation plan, approval of a municipal ordinance violations deposit schedule, and committee appointments. Several committees meet earlier in the evening to discuss volunteer committee expenditures, appointments, and license renewals.

• Public hearing and ordinance to amend principal uses permitted in MX districts (Zoning Code 535-25)
• Resolution 2024-10 establishing a Municipal Ordinance Violations Deposit Schedule
• Streetlight Replacement Implementation Plan presentation by KI Engineering
• Consideration of Policy 48 Volunteer Committee Expenditures (budgeted $2,000)
• Temporary Cabaret and Class Extension of Premises Licenses for Three Lions, 4515 N Oakland Ave on July 14, 2024

Village Board Standing Committee Meeting Notes

The Community and Business Relations Committee discussed and recommended Policy 48, which governs expenditures by volunteer committees. The policy was revised to clarify that funds are available on a rolling basis and to reference voluntary committee activities. The recommendation will go to the Village Board for final approval.

• Recommended Policy 48 on Village Committee Expenditures with revisions to paragraph four and five

Village Board of Trustees

The Village Board will consider Resolution 2024-08 to combine all 12 wards into a single polling location at the Village Center for the July 2 special primary and July 30 special election for the Fourth Wisconsin Senate District seat. The measure is intended to reduce costs and streamline operations, with estimated savings of at least $1,500 in election inspector staffing.

• Resolution 2024-08 to combine Wards 1-12 for the July 2 special primary and July 30 special election for the Fourth Wisconsin Senate District seat
• Single polling location at Village Center, 3920 N. Murray Avenue
• Estimated savings of at least $1,500 by reducing election inspector staffing from 27-33 to 17
• Estimated postage costs of $1,800 for special primary and $1,950 for special election
• In-person absentee voting period begins July 31, 2024 to avoid overlap with the special election

Village Board of Trustees

The Village Board and CDA will discuss and potentially direct staff to develop RFPs for affordable housing on Village-owned parking lots and the public works site. Options include using a Community Land Trust or issuing RFPs for development. The board may also consider an RFI to find a new location for the public works facility.

• Discussion of using $2.1 million in TID 1 extension funds for affordable housing
• Possible RFP for affordable housing on Village-owned parking lots at 3900 block N. Frederick Ave, 4448-50 N. Oakland Ave, and 3595 N. Oakland Ave
• Possible RFI for redevelopment of the public works site at 3801 N. Morris
• Exploration of partnering with MKE CLT for a Community Land Trust
• Consideration of developer feedback from WHEDA/LISC/ACRE pitch session

Community Development Authority

The Shorewood Community Development Authority and Village Board will hold a special joint meeting to discuss and provide direction on next steps for affordable housing. The board will consider using approximately $2.1 million in TID 1 extension funds to develop affordable housing on Village-owned parking lots and the public works site, potentially through Community Land Trusts or Requests for Proposals.

• Discussion on using $2.1 million in TID 1 funds for affordable housing
• Consideration of Community Land Trusts (CLTs) as a homeownership strategy
• Possible development of RFPs for Village-owned parking lots at 3900 block N. Frederick Ave, 4448-50 N. Oakland Ave, and 3595 N. Oakland Ave
• Possible development of RFI for public works site at 3801 N. Morris for affordable housing
• Village Board may vote to direct staff on next steps

Parks and Public Spaces Committee

The Pedestrian and Bicycle Safety Subcommittee of the Parks and Public Spaces Committee is meeting for discussion only; no action will be taken. The agenda notes a possible quorum of the full committee may be present. Three planning efforts are underway: the Pedestrian and Bicycle Master Plan update, the Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan update, and the Atwater Park Circulation Plan development.

• Discussion of Pedestrian and Bicycle Master Plan update
• Discussion of Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan update
• Discussion of Atwater Park Circulation Plan development
• Possible quorum of Parks and Public Spaces Committee; no action to be taken
• Public comments accepted via email or phone by noon on meeting date

Plan Commission

The Plan Commission will consider a zoning amendment to permit office uses in MX districts, currently restricted to active storefront uses. The discussion follows a request from the owner of 4485 N. Oakland Avenue, where a mental health practitioner seeks to occupy a vacant space. The Commission may also discuss future agenda items and approve prior meeting minutes.

• Consideration of zoning amendment to allow office uses in MX districts, with staff suggesting a 20% frontage cap and 30-60 foot corner restriction
• Request by owner of 4485 N. Oakland Avenue to permit a mental health clinic in a vacant storefront
• Discussion of vacancy period for nonconforming uses, with a proposal to extend from 12 to 24 months
• Approval of April 23, 2024 Plan Commission meeting minutes

Library Board of Trustees

The Shorewood Public Library Personnel Committee will meet to discuss staffing updates, library structure, professional development, and the 2024 committee schedule. No specific decisions or financial items are listed on the agenda.

• Staffing update discussion
• Library structure discussion
• Professional development discussion
• 2024 Personnel Committee schedule discussion

Design Review Board

The board will review applications for window and door modifications at residential and commercial properties. The meeting also includes a discussion on historic preservation opportunities with the Shorewood Historical Society.

• Window removal and modification at 4360 N. Marlborough Drive
• New service door and façade modifications at 3524 N. Oakland Avenue
• Porch conversion and window modifications at 4114 N. Lake Drive
• Front yard patio installation at 3815 N. Morris Blvd
• Historic preservation discussion with Shorewood Historical Society

Village Board of Trustees

The Village Board will hold committee meetings followed by a regular meeting. Key items include a proposed policy for Friends Group contributions, a review of the CBP3 model for lead service line replacements, and consideration of several special event permits and licenses for June 2024 events.

• Consider Policy 47 Friends Group Contributions for donations to the Village
• Consider Statement of Qualifications for CBP3 model for Lead Service Line and watermain replacements
• Consider Resolution 2024-07 to remove certain streetscaping elements at 4075 and 4115 N. Oakland Avenue
• Consider professional services agreement for 2026 Lake Drive Lead Service Line Replacement Program engineering
• Consider temporary licenses and permits for Shorewood Improvement District's Criterium event and Shorewood Men's Club Chicken BBQ on June 8 and 21, 2024

Village Board of Trustees

This is a notice of a possible quorum of the Village Board gathering to receive information from Community Infrastructure Partners on a Community Based Public Private Partnership (CBP3) model for lead service line and watermain replacement. No official action or decision will be taken at this informational session.

• Community Infrastructure Partners presenting on CBP3 model for lead service line and watermain replacement
• No action will be taken by the Village Board or any other governmental body

Parks and Public Spaces Committee

The Pedestrian and Bicycle Safety Subcommittee of the Parks and Public Spaces Committee will meet on May 14, 2024, at 5:00 PM in the Spector Conference Room at Village Center (3920 N. Murray Ave.) for discussion only; no action will be taken. The meeting may include a quorum of the full committee due to overlapping subcommittee members. Topics include updates to the Pedestrian and Bicycle Master Plan and Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan, and development of the Atwater Park Circulation Plan. Public comments can be submitted to Chris Anderson by noon on the meeting date.

• Discussion of Pedestrian and Bicycle Master Plan update
• Discussion of Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan update
• Development of Atwater Park Circulation Plan
• Possible quorum of Parks and Public Spaces Committee
• Public comments due by noon to Chris Anderson

Parks and Public Spaces Committee

The Parks and Public Spaces Committee will discuss a community request to update the ordinance to allow dogs on Atwater Beach during early morning hours, along with updates on the Pedestrian and Bicycle Master Plan and other park and safety items. The meeting includes routine approvals and staff updates.

• Community request to allow dogs on Atwater Beach during early morning hours
• Update on public input for Pedestrian and Bicycle Master Plan update
• Discussion of subcommittee meeting posting/communication requirements
• Parks Updates and Pedestrian and Bicycle Safety Updates

Design Review Board

The Design Review Board will consider a special exception application for wall signs at 1901 E. Capitol Drive. The board will also review the minutes from the April 25, 2024 meeting.

• Special exception consideration for wall signs at 1901 E. Capitol Drive
• Approval of April 25, 2024 meeting minutes

Conservation Committee

The Shorewood Conservation Committee is meeting to discuss several items, including reflections on the film festival, magazine coverage, hosting a Solar Power Hour event, and collaboration opportunities for summer events like the Summer Concert series and Farmers Market. The committee will also consider approving the April 4 meeting minutes and receive updates from subcommittees and staff.

• Consider approval of April 4 meeting minutes
• Discussion of hosting a Solar Power Hour event
• Collaboration opportunities for Summer events (Summer Concert series, Farmers Market)
• Farewell and thank you to departing members
• Report of subcommittees

Public Art Committee

The Shorewood Public Art Committee will discuss and possibly take action on a rotating gallery program at Village Hall, and discuss the Arts festival. The meeting includes approval of previous minutes and other old/new business.

• Discussion and possible action on rotating gallery program at Village Hall
• Discussion of Arts festival
• Consider approval of April 3 meeting minutes

Library Board of Trustees

The Shorewood Public Library Board of Trustees will discuss and potentially dissolve the Ad Hoc Director's Search Committee and form a new Planning Committee. The board will also receive informational reports from the Library Director and on the CountyCat upgrade, and review the Trustee Essentials Handbook section on developing the library budget.

• Discussion and potential action to dissolve the Ad Hoc Director's Search Committee
• Discussion and potential action to form a Planning Committee
• Informational report on CountyCat upgrade
• Review of Trustee Essentials Handbook section on developing the library budget

Village Board of Trustees

The Shorewood Village Board will hold its regular meeting on May 6, 2024, with several committees meeting beforehand. Key items include considering a statement of qualifications for a CBP3 delivery model for lead service line and watermain replacement, a donation policy, and various licenses and appointments. The Board will also consider an ordinance to opt out of extended closing hours for licensed alcohol premises during the Republican National Convention, and a four-way stop sign at E. Stratford Court and N. Prospect Avenue.

• Consider Ordinance 3062 to opt out of extended closing hours for licensed alcohol premises during the Republican National Convention
• Consider Ordinance 3063 establishing a four-way stop sign at E. Stratford Court and N. Prospect Avenue
• Consider Statement of Qualifications for CBP3 delivery model for Lead Service Line and watermain replacement (estimated $40 million project)
• Consider donation policy (Policy 45) including park bench and police department donations
• Consider Shorewood Improvement District's 2024 Criterium Special Event Permit and temporary liquor licenses for June 21, 2024

Village Board Standing Committee Meeting Notes

The Strategic Initiatives Committee voted 3-0 to recommend that the Village Board authorize the committee to develop a contract with CIP for a lead service line and watermain replacement program using the CBP3 model. This model is intended to maximize the Village's ability to secure federal BIL funding over the next four years.

• Committee voted 3-0 to recommend developing a contract with CIP for LSL and watermain replacement using the CBP3 model
• CBP3 model requires Village Board input on contract content to reflect desired performance-based compensation values
• Committee members with questions are to send them to Manager Ewald before the May 20 Village Board meeting

Village Board Standing Committee Meeting Notes

The Community & Business Relations Committee discussed and recommended Policy 45 Donations to the Village Board. The policy will clarify that pre-approved donations do not need committee or board approval, while non-pre-approved donations require a form, meeting with the Village Manager, and committee and board approval. Staff will revise the form and website to make it more appealing to donors.

• Recommended Policy 45 Donations to the Village Board
• Pre-approved donations exempt from committee and board approval
• Non-pre-approved donations require form, manager meeting, and approvals
• Donation form to be made more appealing to donors

Elder Services Advisory Board

The Elder Services Advisory Board will meet to discuss the implementation of Planning for Sustainable Shorewood Senior Services. The board will also receive reports on the Shorewood Longevity Project and Age-Friendly Community initiatives.

• Planning for Sustainable Shorewood Senior Services Implementation Discussion
• Shorewood Longevity Project update
• Age-Friendly Community Subcommittee Reports
• Shorewood Connects Initiatives Updates
• Senior Resource Center Director Report

Conservation Committee

The Conservation Committee's regular meeting scheduled for May 2, 2024, has been postponed one week to May 9, 2024. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with no specific items listed. Public comments can be submitted to Chris Anderson by noon on the meeting day.

• Meeting postponed from May 2 to May 9, 2024
• Public comments accepted via email or phone by noon on meeting day

Design Review Board

The Design Review Board will meet on April 25, 2024, to review applications for various property modifications. The agenda includes residential window changes and commercial lighting and signage updates.

• Window removal and installation at 4606 N. Woodburn Street
• Window modification at 4428 N. Wildwood Avenue
• Lighting improvements at 4044 N. Oakland Avenue
• Detached signage application for 4044 N. Oakland Avenue
• Site and landscaping improvements at 2521 E. Capitol Drive

Library Board of Trustees

The Shorewood Public Library Board of Trustees is holding a special meeting to enter closed session under Wisconsin law to discuss and deliberate on applicants for the Library Director position. The board may reconvene in open session afterward to act on matters discussed in closed session.

• Closed session to consider employment, promotion, compensation, or performance evaluation data for Library Director recruitment
• Possible reconvening into open session to act on closed-session discussions

Plan Commission

The Plan Commission will introduce a zoning petition to amend regulations for principal uses in MX districts, specifically to allow office uses (like a mental health clinic) in storefront spaces. The item is for discussion only; a recommendation will be made at a future meeting. The commission will also consider its 2023 annual report and future initiatives.

• Introduction of zoning petition to amend 535-25 to permit office uses in MX districts, not on street corners
• Discussion of 2023 Plan Commission Annual Report and Future Initiatives
• Approval of February 27, 2024 meeting minutes

Parks and Public Spaces Committee

The Parks and Public Spaces Committee will hold an informal discussion with Village staff about the Pedestrian and Bicycle Master Plan update. No official action will be taken; the meeting is a possible quorum notice only.

• Discussion of Pedestrian and Bicycle Master Plan update
• Meeting at Three Lion's Pub, 4515 N. Oakland Ave.

Village Board of Trustees

The Village Board will hold committee meetings and a regular meeting on April 15, 2024. Committees will discuss a temporary liquor license for a youth baseball tournament, a stop sign request, a 2025 historic preservation initiative, and a 2025 initiative on future use of the village center lower level. The regular board agenda includes a presentation on the EDI strategic plan, consent items like hiring a mechanic and an intergovernmental agreement for RNC law enforcement, and new business on Capitol Drive pedestrian improvements, a bicycle ordinance, and a lead service line replacement contract.

• Consider intergovernmental agreement with City of Milwaukee for law enforcement services for 2024 Republican National Convention
• Consider next steps for Capitol Drive pedestrian improvements
• Consider waiver of purchasing policy and professional services agreement for 2026 Lake Drive Lead Service Line Replacement Program
• Consider 2025 historic preservation initiative (educational series)
• Consider 2025 future utilization of village center lower level initiative

Village Board of Trustees

This is a notice that a possible quorum of the Village of Shorewood Public Safety Committee may attend the Shorewood Police Department Citizen Academy on five dates in April and May 2024. No official business will be conducted or decisions made at these gatherings. The notice is procedural only.

• Possible quorum of Public Safety Committee at Police Citizen Academy on April 11, 18, 25, May 2, and May 9, 2024
• No matters will be considered or actions taken by the committee at these events
• Notice issued by Police Chief Heather Wurth on April 9, 2024

Design Review Board

The Shorewood Design Review Board will review two commercial property applications. Members will consider plans for a new wall sign at 2223 E. Capitol Drive and façade improvements requiring a design adjustment at 3624 N. Oakland Avenue. These reviews determine whether proposed exterior changes comply with local design standards before construction begins. The board will also approve the minutes from its March meeting.

• Consideration of a wall sign installation at 2223 E. Capitol Drive
• Review of façade improvements via Design Adjustment at 3624 N. Oakland Avenue
• Approval of the March 14, 2024 meeting minutes

Library Board of Trustees

The Shorewood Library Board will hear an interim director report and discuss the possibility of streaming board meetings online. The board will also review a trustee handbook section on personnel and may convene closed session to consider employment issues.

• Discussion and potential action on online streaming of board meetings
• Informational report from Interim Director Hayley Johnson
• Review of Trustee Essentials Handbook section on library board and personnel
• Possible closed session under Wisconsin law for employment matters

Parks and Public Spaces Committee

The Parks and Public Spaces Committee will discuss updates on the Pedestrian and Bicycle Master Plan, Capitol Drive improvements, and possible action on selecting a Vice Chair. They will also review Village Code Chapter 207-5 B regarding bicycle operation and receive parks and safety updates. The meeting includes approval of previous minutes and staff liaison updates.

• Discussion of Capitol Dr. (west of Oakland)
• Discussion and possible action on selection of Vice Chair
• Discussion of Village Code Chapter 207-5 B. Bicycle and motor bicycle operation
• Update on public input for the Pedestrian and Bicycle Master Plan update
• Consider approval of February 13 and March 12 meeting minutes

Board of Appeals

The Shorewood Board of Appeals will consider three variance requests at its April 9, 2024 meeting. The requests involve zoning ordinance variances for residential properties at 3556 N Murray Ave and 3711 N. Downer Ave, and a commercial property at 2521 E Capitol Dr. The board will also review meeting minutes and receive a legal standards review.

• Variance request for Zoning Ordinance 535-26 A and 535-19 F at 3556 N Murray Ave
• Variance request for frontage buffer requirements (535-24 F(3)) at commercial property 2521 E Capitol Dr
• Variance request for maximum lot coverage (535-19 E(5)) at 3711 N. Downer Ave
• Consideration of February 13, 2024 meeting minutes
• Attorney review of board standards

Elder Services Advisory Board

The Elder Services Advisory Board will meet to receive reports from the Health Department and the Senior Resource Center Director. The board will discuss the implementation of Planning for Sustainable Shorewood Senior Services.

• Planning for Sustainable Shorewood Senior Services Implementation discussion
• Age-Friendly Community Subcommittee reports
• Shorewood Connects Initiatives updates

Conservation Committee

The Shorewood Conservation Committee will meet to approve minutes, hear community concerns, and discuss committee leads for Pollinator Palooza and River Cleanups. They will also discuss the final film screening of the 2024 Community film festival and a proposed restructure of the agenda format to allow subcommittee reports earlier. The meeting includes routine updates and reports from subcommittees.

• Discussion of committee leads for Pollinator Palooza and River Cleanups
• Discussion of final film screening on April 5 at Shorewood High School Auditorium
• Discussion on restructure of committee agenda format for subcommittee reports
• Approval of February 1 and March 7 meeting minutes

Public Art Committee

The Public Art Committee will consider approving minutes from its February and March meetings and take possible action on a rotating gallery program at Village Hall. Members will also discuss planning for an arts festival, including sponsorships and coordination with other community events.

• Consider approval of February 7 and March 6 meeting minutes
• Discussion and possible action on rotating gallery program at Village Hall
• Discussion of Arts festival planning and sponsorships

Village Board of Trustees

The Shorewood Village Board will meet on April 1, 2024, at 7:30 PM in a hybrid format. The board will consider a waiver of purchasing policy and a professional services agreement for the 2026 Lake Drive Lead Service Line Replacement Program, and a request to allow extended bar closing hours during the Republican National Convention (RNC) from July 15-18, 2024. The consent agenda includes approval of accounts payable totaling over $212,000 from the General Fund, meeting minutes, and special privilege applications for outdoor seating and a parklet at Three Lions Pub.

• Consider waiver of purchasing policy and professional services agreement for 2026 Lake Drive Lead Service Line Replacement Program
• Consider bar closing extended hours during the Republican National Convention (RNC), July 15-18, 2024
• Presentation of Accounts – April 1, 2024 (accounts payable and payroll vouchers)
• Consider Application for Special Privilege Approval for outdoor seating and a parklet at Three Lions Pub, 4515 N. Oakland Ave.
• Consider Village Board Meeting Minutes – March 18, 2024

Design Review Board

The Shorewood Design Review Board scheduled a March 28, 2024, meeting to consider façade improvement plans at 3624 N. Oakland Avenue and approve the previous month’s minutes. The agenda also listed standard procedural items and future planning. The document explicitly states that the entire meeting has been canceled.

• Proposed design adjustment for façade improvements at 3624 N. Oakland Avenue
• Approval of March 14, 2024 meeting minutes
• Meeting explicitly marked as canceled in the document

Village Board of Trustees

The Village Board will consider whether to allow bars to stay open until 4 a.m. during the Republican National Convention in July 2024, as permitted by a new state law, or to opt out and keep current closing hours. The Judiciary, Personnel and Licensing Committee will first make a recommendation on the matter.

• Consider bar closing extended hours during the Republican National Convention, July 15-18, 2024
• Presentation of SRC sustainability report by Elder Service Advisory Board
• Consider waiver of purchasing policy and agreement for additional SEACSI Phase 3 (Lake Drive) sewer design
• Review of alternative funding options for EPA Lead Copper Rule Implementation
• Consider approval of service agreement with Lakefront Lifeguard Services LLC for Atwater Beach lifeguard services in 2024

Design Review Board

The Design Review Board will review applications for structural changes at several residential properties. These include a two-story addition on E. Menlo Blvd and various window or door modifications.

• Two-story addition at 2305 E. Menlo Blvd
• Door to window modification at 2726 E. Shorewood Blvd
• Window modifications at 4181 N. Bartlett Avenue
• Removal of rear second story porch and door at 3908-10 N. Maryland Avenue

Bi-Board Committee

Members of the Shorewood Village Board and Shorewood School Board will meet for an informational session. Teig Whaley-Smith of the Community Development Alliance will present on housing trends and their effect on future school enrollment. No official action will be taken by any governmental body at this meeting.

• Informational presentation by Teig Whaley-Smith, Executive Director of Community Development Alliance

Library Board of Trustees

The Shorewood Public Library Board of Trustees will consider approving a funding source for an LED pendant light fixture upgrade and discuss the possibility of online streaming for board meetings. The agenda also includes reports from the Interim Director, the Director of Library Services Ad Hoc Committee, and the Personnel Committee, as well as the Village Annual Report.

• Action: Pendant Light Fixture LED Upgrade funding source
• Discussion and potential action: online streaming board meetings
• Informational: Interim Director Report
• Informational: Director of Library Services Ad Hoc Committee Update
• Informational: Personnel Committee Update

Police Commission

The Police Commission will meet to approve previous meeting minutes and enter a closed session to discuss personnel matters. The body will interview candidates and consider additions to the police officer eligibility list.

• Interview of police officer candidates
• Review of candidates for the police officer eligibility list
• Approval of August 23, 2023 and November 7, 2023 meeting minutes

Parks and Public Spaces Committee

The Parks and Public Spaces Committee will discuss and possibly act on selecting a chair/vice chair, review the 2023/24 annual report and initiatives, and consider a proposal to allow transporting others on bicycles, aligning with state law. They will also receive updates on parks, pedestrian and bicycle safety, and other public spaces.

• Discussion and possible action on Committee Chair/Vice Chair
• Discussion of 2023/24 Committee Annual Report and Initiatives
• Discussion regarding transporting others on or with a bicycle
• Parks Updates
• Pedestrian and Bicycle Safety Updates

Elder Services Advisory Board

The Elder Services Advisory Board will meet to receive reports on age-friendly initiatives and health department updates. The board is scheduled to hold a discussion regarding long-term planning for senior services.

• Senior Services Long-Term Planning Discussion
• Age-Friendly Community Subcommittee Reports
• Shorewood Connects Initiatives Updates
• Senior Resource Center Director Report
• Health Department Updates

Conservation Committee

The Conservation Committee will discuss its annual report and proposed future initiatives, such as researching ordinances for pesticides and leaf blowers. The committee is also considering a request for funds to cover rentals for community events.

• Request for funds for Pollinator Palooza III picnic area rental
• Request for funds for Shorewood High School auditorium rental
• Discussion of the committee's Annual Report and initiatives
• Discussion on restructuring the agenda format

Public Art Committee

The Shorewood Public Art Committee will discuss and possibly act on its 2023 annual report and future initiatives, the role of the committee chair, and planning for a village-wide arts festival. The meeting also includes time for other old and new business.

• Discussion and possible action on the Committee Annual Report and Initiatives
• Discussion and possible action on the role of the Committee Chair
• Discussion of a Village-wide Arts Festival

Village Board of Trustees

The Village Board will hold a closed session to confer with legal counsel on strategy regarding pending litigation in East Capitol Neighborhood Association v. Village of Shorewood. The regular meeting includes consent agenda items such as special privilege approvals for fences, parklets, and outdoor seating, as well as a service agreement for lifeguard services and a grant application. The board will also consider a resolution for an Urban Forestry grant and a contract for the 2024 Ash Removal Program.

• Closed session to discuss litigation strategy for East Capitol Neighborhood Association v. Village of Shorewood
• Consider special privilege approvals for a fence at 4400 N. Woodruff Ave. and parklets at Draft and Vessel and Brat House Shorewood
• Consider special privilege approvals for outdoor seating at 12 locations on N. Oakland Ave.
• Consider approval of service agreement with Lakefront Lifeguard Services, LLC for Atwater Beach lifeguard services in 2024
• Consider Resolution #2024-06 authorizing submission of Urban Forestry Inflation Reduction Act Grant application

Plan Commission

The Plan Commission will consider a parking special exception to eliminate off-street parking requirements for four residential units at 4044 N. Oakland Ave., and a conditional use permit for outdoor dining at the same property, which houses Camp Bar. The meeting also includes approval of prior meeting minutes and discussion of future agenda items.

• Parking special exception to eliminate off-street parking for four units at 4044 N. Oakland Ave.
• Conditional use permit for outdoor dining at Camp Bar, 4044 N. Oakland Ave.
• Approval of November 28, 2023 Plan Commission meeting minutes
• Discussion of future agenda items

Library Board of Trustees

The Personnel Committee will meet to review staff development and employee feedback. The agenda includes a discussion on restructuring clerk hours.

• Staffing update
• 2024 Staff Development Review
• Clerk Hours Restructure
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Employee Feedback

Design Review Board

The Design Review Board will consider several applications for property modifications. These include window changes at two residential properties and a second story dormer addition. The board will also review plans for new signage at a commercial location.

• Window modification at 3807 N. Farwell Ave.
• Window modification at 2010 E. Olive St.
• Second story dormer additions at 4454 N. Bartlett Ave.
• New wall sign and monument sign refacing at 3600 N. Oakland Ave.

Public Art Committee

The Shorewood Public Art Committee is holding a special meeting to discuss fundraising progress and other updates for the Arts festival. No other substantive items are on the agenda.

• Discussion of Arts festival fundraising progress
• Other Arts festival updates

Library Board of Trustees

The Shorewood Public Library Board of Trustees will vote on the annual report and system effectiveness statement, additional funding for a third-party investigation, and an LED upgrade for a pendent light fixture. The board will also receive informational updates on the interim director's report, the director of library services ad hoc committee, and a discussion on conducting hybrid meetings.

• Action: Annual Report and System Effectiveness Statement
• Action: Additional Funding for Third Party Investigation
• Action: Pendent Light Fixture LED Upgrade
• Informational: Interim Director Report
• Informational: Discussion on Conducting Hybrid Library Board Meetings

Parks and Public Spaces Committee

The Parks and Public Spaces Committee will discuss the Pedestrian and Bicycle Master Plan update, including project overview, milestones, stakeholders, and public outreach. They will also consider the December 12, 2023 meeting minutes, discuss the 2023/24 annual report and initiatives, and receive updates on parks, pedestrian and bicycle safety, and other public spaces. Possible action on Committee Chair/Vice Chair is also on the agenda.

• Discussion of Pedestrian and Bicycle Master Plan update – project overview, milestones, additional stakeholders, and public outreach
• Discussion and possible action on Committee Chair/Vice Chair
• Discussion of 2023/24 Committee Annual Report and Initiatives
• Parks Updates
• Pedestrian and Bicycle Safety Updates

Board of Appeals

The Shorewood Board of Appeals will consider an appeal by property owners Scott and Ali Schwebel of a Village order requiring three trellis sections at 4039 N. Richland Court to be reduced to four feet in height or moved three feet from the lot line. The Village issued a Notice of Correction after determining the trellises, approved under permit 23-1558, violated fence height and setback rules. The board will also review January 9, 2024 minutes and hear an attorney's explanation of its standards.

• Appeal of Village Code 225-8 B(5) interpretation for three trellis sections at 4039 N. Richland Court
• Village Notice of Correction dated 10/02/2023 requires trellis height limited to 4 feet or relocation 3 feet from lot line
• Building permit 23-1558 issued 09/20/2023 for trellis, fence, and gate; estimated cost $22,000
• Board of Appeals application fee $200; permit fee $198
• Consideration of January 9, 2024 meeting minutes

Public Art Committee

The committee is discussing progress on fundraising for a village-wide arts festival, including potential sponsorships. Members are also discussing plans to place artwork in the Village Hall lobby and Clerk's department.

• Arts festival Green Room sponsorship potential of $1,300
• Proposed art placement in Village Hall lobby and Clerk's department
• Planning for a village-wide Arts Festival
• Resolution of Ghost Train lighting and audio issues

Village Board of Trustees

The Village Board will consider several items including a water purchase agreement with the City of Milwaukee and various volunteer committee appointments. The meeting also includes discussions on streetscape and turf maintenance RFPs, as well as potential policy modifications regarding concrete walks.

• Resolution 2024-03: Agreement between City of Milwaukee and Village of Shorewood for water purchase
• Water service line and finance plans proposal
• Streetscape maintenance RFP
• Turf maintenance RFP
• Scout Wine Merchant, 3512 N Oakland Ave, extension of premises application

Elder Services Advisory Board

The Elder Services Advisory Board will meet to receive reports from the Health Department and the Senior Resource Center. The board will also hold a discussion regarding long-term planning for senior services.

• Senior Services Long-Term Planning Discussion
• Age-Friendly Community Subcommittee Reports
• Shorewood Connects Initiatives Updates
• Senior Resource Center Director Report
• Health Department Updates

Conservation Committee

The committee will discuss requesting volunteer funds for clover packets, posters, and a Bird City application. Members will also review the committee's annual report and upcoming initiatives.

• Request for funds for film festival promotion posters
• Request for funds for clover packets to support biodiversity
• Request for funds for Bird City Application
• Discussion of community film screening options

Bi-Board Committee

The Shorewood Bi-Board, a working committee without decision-making power, will meet to explore common interests between the Village Board and School Board. The session focuses on how housing accessibility for young families impacts school enrollment.

• Habitat for Humanity Housing, Race and Equity Workshop scheduled for February 27, 2024
• Discussion of a potential joint informational session with Teig Whaley-Smith on affordable housing as a predictor of school enrollment

Village Board of Trustees

The Village Board is considering a proposal to create a 2024-25 Lead Service Line Replacement Program after the 2024 SEACSI Phase 2 contract priced private lead service replacements at $9,800 each, a 60% increase over 2023. Staff recommends not requiring the 37 impacted SEACSI Phase 2 property owners to replace their lines under that contract, and instead bidding the work separately for those properties plus 40-60 others. The board will vote on a motion to direct staff to develop the new program.

• Consider 2024-25 Private Lead Service Line Replacement Program
• 2024 SEACSI Phase 2 contract cost: $9,800 per private service replacement, up 60% from 2023
• 2023 actual billed costs ranged from $4,967.50 to $6,631.60 per property
• Staff proposes not requiring 37 impacted residents to replace under Phase 2 contract
• Estimated $300,000 needed to fund up to 100 replacements under separate contract

Design Review Board

The Design Review Board will review applications for a wall and blade sign at 3524 N. Oakland Avenue. The board will also consider plans for a rear yard patio and garage renovation at 4044 N. Oakland Avenue.

• Special Exception for a wall and blade sign at 3524 N. Oakland Avenue
• Application for a rear yard patio at 4044 N. Oakland Avenue
• Application for renovation of a detached garage at 4044 N. Oakland Avenue
• Discussion of the 2023 Design Review Board Annual Report and Future Initiatives

Public Art Committee

The committee is holding a special meeting to discuss fundraising progress and other updates regarding the Arts Festival. No formal actions or decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Discussion of Arts festival fundraising progress
• Arts festival updates

Village Board of Trustees

The Shorewood Village Board will hold its regular meeting on January 16, 2024, preceded by committee meetings on revenue diversification, salary survey progress, and concrete policies. The Board will consider resolutions to sell $9,565,000 in general obligation bonds and amend the fee schedule for keeping chickens, along with consent agenda items including a sponsorship agreement and a special event permit.

• Resolution 2024-01: Awarding sale of $9,565,000 General Obligation Corporate Purpose Bonds, Series 2024A
• Resolution 2024-02: Amending Village Fee Schedule relative to keeping chickens
• Consider approval of sponsorship agreement with Shorewood Animal Hospital
• Consider Atwater Park landscape plan RFP
• Consider Special Event Permit for Shorewood Shenanigans Block Party on March 16, 2024

Village Board Standing Committee Meeting Notes

The Public Works Committee voted to recommend two policy updates to the Village Board: one amending Policy 9 to add a street tree addendum and retitle it, and another amending Policy 42 to clarify that carriage walk replacement remains the property owner's responsibility while public sidewalk replacement is no longer assessed to abutting owners. Both motions passed 3-0.

• Policy 9 retitled to 'Concrete Walks and Approaches in the Public Right of Way' with new Street Tree Addendum
• Policy 42 amended: carriage walk replacement remains property owner's financial responsibility; owner may choose replacement at own cost or removal and seeding at Village cost
• Policy 42 updated to give Public Works staff more discretion on concrete grinding while complying with ADA standards
• Public sidewalk replacement no longer assessed to abutting property owners, per 2023 Village Board direction

Village Board Standing Committee Meeting Notes

The Strategic Initiatives Committee discussed the timeline for diversifying funding sources, with Manager Ewald presenting a priority order: EPA Lead and Copper Rule implementation, a future Public Works facility, fleet replacement, and use of the old North Shore Health Department space. The Village also plans to submit a letter of intent with Milwaukee and Wauwatosa for Clean Air Act funding to hire a sustainability coordinator.

• Priority order for funding: 1) EPA Lead and Copper Rule, 2) Future Public Works facility, 3) Fleet replacement, 4) Old NSHD space use
• Letter of intent with Milwaukee, Wauwatosa, and West Allis for Clean Air Act funding for a sustainability coordinator

Conservation Committee

The January 11, 2024, meeting of the Shorewood Conservation Committee has been deferred. The committee's business will instead be addressed at the regular meeting scheduled for Thursday, February 1.

Design Review Board

The Board will consider a second-story addition for a property on E. Marion Street. Members will also discuss the 2023 Annual Report and future initiatives.

• Second-story addition at 2028 E. Marion Street
• 2023 Design Review Board Annual Report and Future Initiatives

Library Board of Trustees

The Shorewood Public Library Board of Trustees will meet to receive an interim director report and discuss several informational items, including the elimination of library fines and guidelines for board meetings. An action item on the agenda is the formation of an ad-hoc hiring committee for a Director of Library Services.

• Action: Ad-Hoc Director of Library Services Hiring Committee
• Informational: Elimination of Library Fines Update
• Informational: Discussion on Establishing Guidelines for Library Board Meetings
• Informational: Discussion on Conducting Hybrid Public Library Board Meetings
• Consent agenda includes accounts payable reports and December 13, 2023 minutes

Public Art Committee

The committee will review the December 6, 2023, meeting minutes and hold a discussion regarding the Arts Festival. The agenda also includes space for other old or new business.

• Approval of December 6, 2023, meeting minutes
• Discussion of Arts Festival

Parks and Public Spaces Committee

The January 9, 2024 Parks and Public Spaces Committee meeting was canceled, so no decisions or discussions occurred. However, the agenda had listed a discussion on the Atwater Park Landscape Plan, and a related Request for Proposals was issued on January 17, 2024, seeking a landscape architecture firm to develop a plan for the park's upper area.

• Meeting canceled; no action taken
• Agenda included discussion on Atwater Park Landscape Plan RFP
• RFP issued January 17, 2024, proposals due February 2, 2024
• Project scope includes up to 3 conceptual designs for Atwater Park upper area
• Plan to be included in 2024 Comprehensive Park Plan update

Board of Appeals

The Shorewood Board of Appeals will consider an appeal of a denied building permit for a five-foot-tall fence in the front yard at 4100 N. Ardmore Avenue. The fence exceeds the village code's four-foot height limit for front-yard fences. The board will also review meeting minutes and legal standards.

• Appeal of permit denial for 5-foot front-yard fence at 4100 N. Ardmore Ave.
• Village Code 225-8 B(2) limits front-yard fences to 4 feet
• Property owner received notices for work without a permit
• Building permit application #23-1916 denied on November 27, 2023
• Review of September 12, 2023 meeting minutes

Elder Services Advisory Board

The Elder Services Advisory Board will meet to review reports from the Health Department and the Senior Resource Center. The board is scheduled to hold a discussion regarding long-term planning for senior services.

• Senior Services Long-Term Planning Discussion
• Age-Friendly Community Subcommittee Reports
• Shorewood Connects Initiatives Updates
• Senior Resource Center Director Report
• Health Department Updates

Conservation Committee

The regularly scheduled meeting for January 4, 2024, has been postponed. The committee will now meet on January 11, 2024.

Public Art Committee

The regularly scheduled meeting for January 3, 2024, has been postponed. The committee will instead meet on January 10, 2024.