Shorewood public meetings in 2025

Design Review Board

The Shorewood Design Review Board will review several applications for residential building modifications. Items include an enclosed front entryway, window changes, and a two‑story rear addition at specific addresses. The board will approve the minutes from the December 4, 2025 meeting and may defer any item if the applicant is absent.

• Application for an enclosed front entryway at 4154-56 N. Stowell Avenue
• Window modifications (north elevation) at 2535 E. Lake Bluff Blvd.
• Window modifications (east and west elevations) at 2020 E. Kenmore Place
• Two‑story rear addition at 4419 N. Wildwood Avenue
• Window modifications (north and west elevations) at 3937 N. Lake Drive

The board approved the minutes from the December 4 meeting (4‑0). It then approved six residential construction plans unanimously and one two‑story rear addition with a 3‑2 vote. All approvals were for the plans as submitted, with minor material matching requirements noted in the motions.

• Approved December 4, 2025 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved enclosed front entryway at 4154-56 N. Stowell Ave (5-0)
• Approved window modifications (north elevation) at 2535 E. Lake Bluff Blvd (5-0)
• Approved window modifications (east and west elevations) at 2020 E. Kenmore Place (5-0)
• Approved two‑story rear addition at 4419 N. Wildwood Ave (3-2)
• Approved window modifications (north and west elevations) at 3937 N. Lake Drive (5-0)
• Approved one‑story front addition at 2521 E. Lake Bluff Blvd (5-0)
• Approved adjournment of the meeting (5-0)

Shorewood Municipal Water Utility Public Hearing

The Utility is seeking approval from the Public Service Commission of Wisconsin to increase water rates to fund the replacement of 80 percent of its service lines and water mains. The proposal includes a two-step increase to address aging infrastructure and lead service line replacement. A public hearing is scheduled for December 16, 2025.

• Proposed total increase in water revenues of $432,856
• Step I total rate increase of $636,423 (28.36%)
• Step II total rate increase of $816,565 (36.39%)
• Estimated average residential bill increase from $109.67 to $164.79 after Step II
• Funding for North Oakland reconstruction, South Oakland meter vault replacement, and Southwest Area LSL replacement

Village Board of Trustees

The Shorewood Village Board will hold a regular meeting with a Committee of the Whole discussion on Dark-Sky-compliant streetlight fixtures and brightness settings, followed by a regular meeting that includes a public hearing, consent agenda items, and new business. Key actions include awarding a contract for the 2026 N Oakland Avenue reconstruction and considering cancellation of the January 5, 2026 meeting. The board will also consider committee appointments, election inspectors, and a disallowance claim.

• Discussion on Dark-Sky streetlight fixtures and brightness, with KL Engineering recommending 90% output for residential and arterial luminaires
• Consider award of contract for 2026 N Oakland Avenue reconstruction
• Consider approval of election inspectors for 2026-2027 Election Year
• Consider agreement for assessor services
• Consider Disallowance Claim of Luke Sims

The Village Board approved a line‑item contract with Zignego Company, Inc. for $5,045,347.90 to rebuild N. Oakland Avenue. It also unanimously cancelled the January 5, 2026 board meeting and approved the consent agenda. A vote on replacing the Lake Drive street‑light fixtures failed 3‑4, so the current fixtures remain.

• Award $5,045,347.90 N. Oakland Ave reconstruction contract (7‑0)
• Cancel Jan 5, 2026 Village Board meeting (7‑0)
• Approve consent agenda (7‑0)
• Replace Lake Dr street‑light fixtures – motion failed (3‑4)
• Withdraw earlier line‑item contract motion for N. Oakland Ave (7‑0)

Board of Appeals

The Shoreshore Village Board of Appeals reviewed its procedural standards, heard an appeal regarding a pool built at 2511 E. Menlo Blvd, and voted to deny the appeal because the board lacks jurisdiction. The denial was adopted unanimously (5‑0). The meeting also approved the May 13, 2025 minutes and considered a separate commercial occupancy permit appeal for George Washington 1776 Lodge 337.

• Attorney Nathan Bayer reviewed the standards the Board must follow
• Appeal of George Washington 1776 Lodge 337’s commercial occupancy permit was considered
• Appeal concerning a pool at 2511 E. Menlo Blvd was denied on jurisdictional grounds (5‑0 vote)
• Minutes from the May 13, 2025 meeting were approved unanimously
• The board adjourned the meeting at 6:32 p.m.

Library Board of Trustees

The Shorewood Public Library Board of Trustees will consider and vote on the 2026 budget and associated tax levy request. The agenda also includes actions on 2026 staff pay ranges and holiday closing dates. Additional items are informational, such as library statistics, a Greater Milwaukee Foundation grant letter, and a liability handbook chapter. Standard procedural items include approval of minutes and a consent agenda.

• Action – 2026 Budget and Tax Levy Request
• Action – 2026 Pay Ranges
• Action – 2026 Holiday Closings
• Information – 2025 Q3 Greater Milwaukee Foundation Grant Letter
• Information – Trustee Essentials Handbook Chapter 25: Liability Issues

The Shorewood Library Board approved the 2026 budget, including a $1,014,193 tax levy, by a 4‑0 vote. It also adopted a 3 % cost‑of‑living pay increase for staff (excluding aides and shelvers) and approved the 2026 holiday closure schedule with additional floating holidays. A $500 donation from the Sally J. Lewis and Kathleen M. Rivera Fund was received and deposited.

• Adopted 2026 budget and $1,014,193 tax levy request (4-0)
• Adopted 3% COLA pay ranges for 2026 library staff (4-0)
• Adopted 2026 holiday closures and extra floating holidays (4-0)
• Recorded $500 donation from Sally J. Lewis and Kathleen M. Rivera Fund

Parks and Public Spaces Committee

The committee will discuss progress on the Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan, the Oak Leaf Trail signage project, and efforts to discourage reckless driving. Members will also review proposed 2026 initiatives and identify potential topics for 2027.

• Finalizing the Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan update
• Updates to Village Code Chapter 207
• Oak Leaf Trail signage project progress
• Review of Vision triangle regulations
• Rational Recreational Rules (Village Code Ch. 466-30)

Design Review Board

The Shorewood Design Review Board will consider a special exception for installing two wall signs at the commercial property at 4185 N. Oakland Avenue. It will also review an application to modify a window to a door on the north elevation of the residential property at 1650 E. Newton Avenue. The board will approve the minutes from the November 20, 2025 meeting and discuss future agenda items.

• Approval of the November 20, 2025 meeting minutes
• Further consideration of a special exception for two wall signs at 4185 N. Oakland Avenue
• Consideration of a window‑to‑door modification (north elevation) at 1650 E. Newton Avenue
• Discussion of future agenda items

The board approved the November 20, 2025 meeting minutes (5‑0). It also approved the special‑exception request for two wall signs at 4185 N. Oakland Avenue (5‑0) and approved the conversion of a window to a door at 1650 E. Newton Avenue (5‑0). The meeting was adjourned at 5:08 p.m.

• Approved November 20, 2025 minutes (5-0)
• Approved two wall signs at 4185 N. Oakland Ave via Special Exception (5-0)
• Approved conversion of window to door at 1650 E. Newton Ave (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

Elder Services Advisory Board

The Elder Services Advisory Board will receive reports from the chairperson, the Age‑Friendly Community Subcommittee, the Senior Resource Center director, and the Shorewood Connects initiatives. The board will also hear updates from the health department and hold a discussion on long‑term planning for senior services. No formal actions or votes are scheduled for this meeting.

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

The Elder Services Advisory Board approved the November 6, 2025 minutes unanimously (5-0). The board discussed preliminary plans for renovating the former North Shore Health Department space, including potential funding through the Shorewood Foundation and the need for Village Board approval to release an RFP for architectural services. No formal decisions were made on the renovation.

• Approved minutes of November 6, 2025 (5-0)

Police Commission

The Shorewood Police Commission will meet in hybrid format to approve prior meeting minutes and discuss police officer candidates in closed session. The body may take action on personnel matters following the closed session.

• Approval of January 27, April 15, and September 3, 2025 meeting minutes
• Closed session to interview and discuss police officer candidates
• Potential action on personnel matters following closed session
• Meeting held at 3930 N Murray Avenue in hybrid format
• Contact Manager's office at 847-2700 for agenda questions

Public Art Committee

The committee will review progress on several 2025 initiatives, including a Village-wide Arts Festival and a lobby art installation. Members will also discuss the 2025 annual report and proposed initiatives for the 2027 fiscal year.

• Review of business forms and next steps for the Village-wide Arts Festival
• Consideration of a $1,927.00 invoice from Clearwing Systems Integration for Ghost Train programming repairs
• Progress report on the "Signaling History" artist acknowledgement program
• Discussion on promoting local artists' work in the Village Hall lobby
• Review of Policy 49 Workplans and annual report deadlines

The committee approved several action items, assigning members to prepare forms and outreach for the Village-wide Arts Festival. It also set tasks to promote artist installations in the Village Hall lobby and to monitor maintenance of existing public art. Additional workplan deadlines and article submission dates were confirmed.

• Rabinowitz to draft artist interest form for the Arts Festival (to be presented Jan 7, 2025)
• Henning to draft business interest form for the Arts Festival (to be presented Jan 7, 2025)
• Vonderberg to contact Kate Mikkelsen of the Shorewood Artist Guild (by Jan 7, 2025)
• Vonderberg to contact his alumni board about lobby artwork installation
• Rabinowitz to post lobby artwork promotion in her Facebook group
• Huebner to include lobby artwork promotion in the Manager's Memo (12/4/25)
• Huebner to submit volunteer board accomplishments to Ewald (deadline Dec 23)
• Ewald to send Huebner the prior‑year workplan template

Conservation Committee

The Conservation Committee will discuss a draft ordinance that would make land‑management plan requirements and turf‑grass standards more flexible under Chapter 220. The committee plans to provide an updated version to Village staff for review before recommending it to the Village Board. Other agenda items include updates on waste‑reduction programs, film‑screening events, and a report on Dark Sky street‑light fixtures.

• Review and update draft native‑garden and invasive‑species ordinance (Chapter 220) for staff review and Board recommendation
• Waste Reduction subcommittee reports recycling hot coffee cups and eco‑friendly business program updates
• Film‑screening series: request for volunteers to find panelists for "Saving the Dark" on Feb 12
• Completion of participation in the Fish and Feather Festival
• Staff Liaison report on Dark Sky street‑light fixture decision by the Village Board

The Conservation Committee approved the November 6, 2025 meeting minutes with a 6‑0 vote, one member abstaining. Members were assigned several follow‑up tasks, including inquiries about recycling website updates and outreach to Waste Management, checking costs for a newspaper insert on invasive plants, and coordinating promotion for upcoming film screenings. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved November 6, 2025 meeting minutes (6-0, Meyer abstained)
• VM Ewald to inquire with DPW on timing to update website for recycling standards
• Chair Povak to contact Waste Management about educational materials for recycling standards
• AVM Berzin to check cost of Shorewood Today insert on invasive plants
• Sprague to email Director Butschlick with garden ideas and arrange meeting
• AVM Berzin to apply to high school for electronic billboard advertisement of film screenings
• Price to write article for the Ripples about the film screenings
• Motion to adjourn carried

Village Board of Trustees

The Village Board will discuss a new ordinance regarding vehicle impoundment for reckless driving and review an audit presentation. The meeting includes a closed session to discuss prospective properties for a new DPW site.

• Ordinance #3077: allowing police to impound vehicles used in reckless driving
• Agreement for coastal assessment of Atwater Park
• Audit presentation by Sikich
• Closed session to discuss prospective properties for the new DPW site
• Water Rate Case Public Hearing scheduled for December 16, 2025

The board approved its consent agenda unanimously and deferred the Atwater Park coastal assessment agreement by a 4-2 vote. It recommended approval of Ordinance 3077, allowing police to impound vehicles used in reckless driving, with a 6-0 roll‑call vote. The board also approved a Lake Dr. lighting and shield item for Public Works review (5-1) and entered a closed session to discuss purchasing property for a new DPW site (6-0).

• Approved consent agenda (6-0)
• Deferred Atwater Park coastal assessment agreement (4-2)
• Recommended approval of Ordinance 3077 (6-0)
• Approved Lake Dr. lighting and shield item for Public Works review (5-1)
• Entered closed session to discuss DPW site property purchase (6-0)
• No action on Northshore Chamber of Commerce special order
• Audit presentation to be available at next board meeting (no action taken)
• Water rate case public hearing scheduled for Dec 16, 2025

Design Review Board

The Shorewood Design Review Board will review applications for an accessory garage at 1410 E. Capitol Drive, a special exception for two wall signs at 4185 N. Oakland Avenue, a monument sign at 1111 E. Capitol Drive, and a window modification at 3701 N. Morris Boulevard. The board will also approve the minutes from the November 6, 2025 meeting. Public comments may be submitted in writing before the deadline or spoken during the meeting.

• Accessory structure (garage) at 1410 E. Capitol Drive
• Special exception for two wall signs at 4185 N. Oakland Avenue
• Monument sign at 1111 E. Capitol Drive
• Window modification (south elevation) at 3701 N. Morris Blvd
• Approval of November 6, 2025 meeting minutes

The Design Review Board approved the minutes from the November 6 meeting. It approved the accessory garage at 1410 E. Capitol Drive, the monument sign at 1111 E. Capitol Drive, and a window modification at 3701 N. Morris Blvd with conditions. The board deferred the two wall‑sign proposal at 4185 N. Oakland Avenue.

• Approved November 6, 2025 meeting minutes (vote 4-0)
• Approved accessory garage plans at 1410 E. Capitol Drive (vote 4-0)
• Deferred wall sign plans at 4185 N. Oakland Avenue (vote 4-0)
• Approved monument sign plans at 1111 E. Capitol Drive (vote 4-0)
• Approved window modification plans at 3701 N. Morris Blvd with conditions (vote 4-0)

Village Board Standing Committee Meeting Notes

The Strategic Initiatives Committee reviewed the existing public works studies and discussed potential future service levels, staffing, and facility needs. No formal actions or approvals were taken regarding the service delivery study. The meeting was adjourned by a 3‑0 vote.

• Adjourned meeting (3-0)

Village Board of Trustees

The Village Board will conduct a public hearing on the 2026 proposed budget and consider resolutions to adopt the budget and set the general property tax levy. The board will also review requests for a parking management system and owners representative services.

• Public hearing on 2026 Proposed Budget
• Resolution 2025-16 to adopt 2026 Budget and authorize general property tax levy
• Consideration of RFP for Parking and Citation Management System
• Consideration of RFP for owners representative services
• Ordinance 3076 to amend annual streetlight charge for corner lots

The board approved Resolution 2025-16, adopting the 2026 budget and authorizing the 2025 general property tax levy. It also approved several related resolutions and ordinances, including special assessments, the Business Improvement District plan, and a change to the streetlight charge. The board voted to release an RFP for a parking and citation management system and for owners‑representative services.

• Approved Resolution 2025-16 adopting the 2026 budget and authorizing the 2025 General Property Tax Levy (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 2025-17 to carry forward allowable prior‑year unused levy capacity (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 2025-18 special assessment for delinquent municipal charges (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 2025-19 special assessment for replacement of private lead service laterals (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 2025-20 Shorewood Business Improvement District 2026 operating plan and 2025 special assessment levy (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance 3076 amending the annual streetlight charge for corner lots (7-0)
• Approved RFP for Parking and Citation Management System (6-1)
• Approved RFP for owners representative services (7-0)

Library Board of Trustees

The Shorewood Public Library Board will consider and approve the consent agenda, which includes approval of the meeting agenda, minutes from the October 8, 2025 meeting, and accounts payable reports. The meeting will also present library statistics, the Director of Library Services report, a materials vendor update, and financial information for Q3 2025 and a Greater Milwaukee Foundation withdrawal. Additional items include a review of Trustee Essentials Handbook Chapter 24 and items for future consideration.

• Consent agenda: approve agenda, October 8, 2025 minutes, and accounts payable reports
• Q3 2025 budget and actuals presentation
• Q3 Greater Milwaukee Foundation withdrawal update
• Trustee Essentials Handbook – Chapter 24: Library Friends and Library Foundations
• Items for future consideration

The Shorewood Public Library Board of Trustees met on November 12, 2025. The board approved the consent agenda—including the meeting agenda, September 10, 2025 minutes, and accounts payable reports—by a 6‑0 vote. The remainder of the meeting consisted of informational updates on library statistics, programming, outreach events, vendor changes, and building maintenance, with no additional decisions made.

• Approved agenda, September 10, 2025 minutes, and accounts payable reports (6-0)

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 long-term planning for senior services.

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

The board unanimously approved the minutes from the October 2, 2025 meeting (3‑0). Chairperson Ruffalo submitted an immediate resignation, which the board accepted. The Shorewood Foundation provided $20,000 in Pick‑and‑Save gift cards for senior food assistance, as reported by the board.

• Approved October 2, 2025 minutes (3‑0 vote)
• Accepted Chairperson Ruffalo’s immediate resignation
• Reported Shorewood Foundation funding of $20,000 in gift cards for senior food assistance

Conservation Committee

The Conservation Committee will discuss possible ordinance actions under the 2025 Electrify Shorewood initiative. It will also review progress on native garden and invasive species education, including a flexible land‑management ordinance (Chapter 220). Additional reports will cover planned environment‑themed film screenings, participation in the Fish and Feather Festival, and an update on Dark Sky streetlight fixtures.

• Consider possible ordinance actions for Electrify Shorewood (2025 Initiative)
• Discuss flexible ordinance for land‑management plan and turf‑grass standards, Chapter 220 (2025 Initiative)
• Report progress on three environment‑themed film screenings (2025 Initiative)
• Plan participation in the Fish and Feather Festival on Oct 11 (2025 Initiative)
• Update on Dark Sky streetlight fixtures and brightness (Staff Liaison Report)

Design Review Board

The Design Review Board will approve the minutes from the October 23, 2025 meeting. It will consider applications and plans for a circle driveway at 4068 N. Lake Drive and a wall sign at 3948 N. Maryland Avenue. The board will also discuss possible updates to the Village’s Sign Code (Chapter 445).

• Approval of the October 23, 2025 meeting minutes
• Consideration of a circle driveway installation at 4068 N. Lake Drive
• Consideration of a wall sign installation at 3948 N. Maryland Avenue
• Further discussion of updating the Village’s Sign Code (Chapter 445)

The board unanimously approved the October 23, 2025 meeting minutes. It also unanimously approved the wall sign plans for 3948 N. Maryland Avenue and the circular driveway plans for 4068 N. Lake Drive, including added boxwoods. No other actions were decided; the sign code update was only discussed.

• Approved October 23, 2025 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved wall sign plans at 3948 N. Maryland Avenue (5-0)
• Approved circular driveway plans at 4068 N. Lake Drive with 3‑5 boxwoods (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

Public Art Committee

The committee will review progress on a village-wide arts festival and an acknowledgement program for 'Signaling History' artists. Members will also consider a Shorewood Foundation application for Ghost Train maintenance and an aerial show at that location.

• Village-wide Arts Festival progress report
• Acknowledgement program for 'Signaling History' artists
• Installation of local artists' work in Village Hall lobby
• Shorewood Foundation application for Ghost Train maintenance
• Proposed aerial show at the Ghost Train

Village Board Standing Committee Meeting Notes

The Strategic Initiatives Committee discussed a request for proposals (RFP) to fund a Service Delivery Study with an estimated cost of $150,000. Trustees expressed interest in reviewing the Public Works Department’s current and future needs to guide future facility investments. The Village Manager was asked to provide the 2020 Public Works Analysis and the 2023 Future Facility Needs & Analysis for further review. The committee will develop a recommendation on the RFP for the Village Board’s final decision.

• Review of RFP for Service Delivery Study estimated at $150,000
• Request for 2020 Public Works Analysis and 2023 Future Facility Needs & Analysis
• Discussion of reviewing Public Works Department to plan future facilities
• Development of specific list of DPW items for a future proposal
• Committee to recommend RFP outcome to Village Board

The Shorewood Strategic Initiatives Committee met on November 17, 2025 to discuss a service delivery study and future facility needs. After extensive discussion, the only formal action taken was a motion to adjourn, which carried unanimously 3‑0. No substantive approvals, denials, or recommendations were decided at this meeting. The committee will later submit its recommendation to the Village Board.

• Adjourned meeting (3-0)

Village Board Standing Committee Meeting Notes

The Shorewood Public Works Committee reviewed the streetlight charge ordinance amendment and confirmed that all corner properties will be charged based on a minimum lineal distance of 40 feet. The committee also noted two appeals that were granted, adjusting the lineal feet for 4203 N. Morris and 1555 E. Olive to the 40‑foot standard. No further actions were taken at this meeting.

• Set minimum 40‑foot lineal distance for streetlight charges on all corner properties
• Granted appeals for 4203 N. Morris (20 ft) and 1555 E. Olive (25 ft) to 40 ft
• Reviewed 26 corner parcels; identified five parcels under 40 ft with shorter neighbor distances

Village Board of Trustees

The Village Board and various committees will meet to discuss several requests for proposals, including a new parking and citation management system. The board will also address a lead service line replacement grant and pending litigation involving the East Capitol Neighborhood Association.

• RFP for Parking and Citation Management System including mobile meter capabilities
• RFP for owners representative services
• RFP for Service Delivery Study
• 2026 BID Operational Plan
• WDNR Lead Service Line Replacement Community Outreach Grant

The board approved the consent agenda and the October 20, 2025 meeting minutes, each by a 7‑0 vote. It deferred the request for proposals for an owner's representative to the November 17 meeting, also 7‑0. The board then moved to a closed session for legal counsel discussion and later adjourned the meeting, both votes 7‑0.

• Approved consent agenda (7-0)
• Approved October 20, 2025 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Deferred RFP for owner's representative services to Nov 17, 2025 (7-0)
• Adjourned to closed session for legal counsel discussion (7-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:10 p.m. (7-0)

Plan Commission

The Plan Commission will continue discussions on an initiative to increase housing opportunities in the village. The body will also introduce possible Zoning Code amendments regarding administrative appeals and office use restrictions in MX Districts.

• Discussion of initiative to increase housing opportunities
• Proposed Zoning Code amendment regarding appeals to administrative or Village decisions
• Proposed Zoning Code amendment regarding office use location restrictions in MX Districts

The commission approved the September 23, 2025 Plan Commission meeting minutes with two amendments, voting 6‑0. The commission then introduced a proposed amendment to the Village Zoning Code to align appeal standing with recent changes to Wisconsin Statute 781.10, and discussed its potential impacts. No vote or formal decision was taken on the amendment.

• Approved September 23, 2025 minutes with two amendments (6-0)
• Discussed proposed Zoning Code amendment on appeal standing; no decision taken

Design Review Board

The Shorewood Design Review Board will review an application to modify a door at 4323 N. Stowell Avenue. It will also consider two separate applications to install wall signs at 4230 N. Oakland Avenue and 1926 E. Capitol Drive. The board will discuss possible updates to the Village’s Sign Code (Chapter 445). The meeting includes routine approval of the October 9, 2025 minutes.

• Door modification request for residential property 4323 N. Stowell Avenue
• Wall sign installation request for commercial property 4230 N. Oakland Avenue
• Wall sign installation request for commercial property 1926 E. Capitol Drive
• Discussion of updating Village Sign Code (Chapter 445)
• Approval of October 9, 2025 meeting minutes

The board approved the October 9 meeting minutes (7‑0). It then approved the garage door and interior wall modifications at 4323 N. Stowell Avenue (8‑0). The board also approved wall sign plans for 1926 E. Capitol Drive (8‑0) and 4230 N. Oakland Avenue (8‑0). No formal decision was made on the sign code update, and the meeting was adjourned (8‑0).

• Approved October 9, 2025 minutes (vote 7-0)
• Approved garage door and interior wall modifications at 4323 N. Stowell Ave (vote 8-0)
• Approved wall sign installation at 1926 E. Capitol Drive (vote 8-0)
• Approved wall sign installation at 4230 N. Oakland Ave (vote 8-0)
• Discussed updates to Village Sign Code (no vote recorded)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:13 p.m. (vote 8-0)

Village Board Standing Committee Meeting Notes

The Shorewood Public Works Committee reviewed the standards for streetlight operation special charge appeals and considered six appeals. Motions were carried to amend the charge distances for parcels at 1219‑1221 E. Congress, 2519 E. Wood Place, 2520 E. Wood Place, and 3805 N. Bartlett Avenue. The committee denied the appeals for 4378 N. Alpine Avenue and 4485‑87 N. Frederick Avenue. All votes were 3‑0.

• Amended streetlight charge for 1219‑1221 E. Congress to a shorter distance (estimated 47')
• Amended streetlight charge for 2519 E. Wood Place to a shorter distance (estimated 60')
• Amended streetlight charge for 2520 E. Wood Place to a shorter distance (estimated 44')
• Amended streetlight charge for 3805 N. Bartlett Avenue to a shorter distance (estimated 48')
• Denied appeal for 4378 N. Alpine Avenue, confirming a 58' lineal foot charge

Village Board of Trustees

The Village Board will discuss revisions to the Human Resource Manual and streetlight fixture and charge options. The Public Works Committee will hear appeals regarding streetlight operations special charges for six specific properties. The Board will also consider a lead service line and watermain evaluation and replacement plan.

• Appeals for streetlight operations special charges at 1219-1221 E Congress, 2519 E. Wood Place, 2520 E. Wood Place, 3805 N. Bartlett Avenue, 4378 N. Alpine Avenue, and 4485-4487 N. Frederick Avenue
• Agreement for lead service line and watermain evaluation, replacement schedule, and financing plan
• Special privilege approvals for landscape edging at 2201 E. Jarvis St. and signage on N. Oakland Ave.
• Consideration of Dark Sky Streetlight Fixture Options
• Closed session to discuss prospective properties for a new DPW site

The Village Board unanimously adopted Resolution 2025-15 affirming support for the U.S. Constitution and the rule of law. Trustees also approved a revision to the Human Resource Manual (7‑0) and directed staff to draft an amendment to the streetlight operations special charge ordinance (6‑1). The board selected Dark Sky streetlight option A, adjusting fixture brightness and creating an inventory of lighting shields (5‑2).

• Adopted Resolution 2025-15 supporting the U.S. Constitution (7-0 roll call)
• Approved revision to the Human Resource Manual (7-0)
• Approved Dark Sky streetlight option A, adjusting brightness and inventory (5-2)
• Directed staff to draft amendment to streetlight operations special charge ordinance (6-1)
• Approved consent agenda items (7-0)
• Entered closed session to discuss DPW site purchase (7-0)
• Reopened session at 9:45 pm (7-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 9:45 pm (7-0)

Parks and Public Spaces Committee

The Parks and Public Spaces Committee will discuss progress on finalizing the Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan. The body will also review Policy 49 regarding workplans and initiatives and receive reports on pedestrian safety measures.

• Finalization of the Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan
• TAPCO enhanced crosswalk equipment demonstration at Wilson/Olive and Capitol/Newhall
• Review of Policy 49 Workplans, Village Initiatives and Task Assignments
• Safe Roads Save Lives Act Resolution of the Village Board

The Parks and Public Spaces Committee approved the minutes from the July 8 meeting with an 8‑0 vote. No substantive policy or project decisions were made. The committee then adjourned the meeting with an 8‑0 vote.

• Approved July 8 meeting minutes (8-0)
• Adjourned meeting (8-0)

Village Board of Trustees

The Village Board of Trustees will hold a special meeting to wrap up the budget process and discuss the proposed 2026 capital projects, including a $4.1 million street project on North Oakland Avenue.

• Review of proposed 2026 budget with a net favorable impact of $47,000
• Capital projects totaling $9.16 million including North Oakland Ave improvements
• Police equipment purchases including a $90,000 parking jeep
• Village Hall HVAC controls project budgeted at $350,000
• Discussion of 2027 initiatives such as website updates and parade barricades

Design Review Board

The Design Review Board will consider three residential property applications and discuss updates to the Village’s Sign Code. The board is reviewing plans for additions, a patio, and a window modification.

• Second-story and rear addition at 4482 N. Farwell Avenue
• Front yard patio installation at 4367 N. Marlborough Drive
• Window modification at 4106 N. Maryland Avenue
• Discussion of updating the Village’s Sign Code (Chapter 445)

The board approved the revised plans for a second‑story and rear addition at 4482 N. Farwell Avenue, a front‑yard patio at 4367 N. Marlborough Drive, and a window modification at 4106 N. Maryland Avenue. All three motions passed with a 5‑0 vote. The board also approved the September 25, 2025 meeting minutes (4‑0) and adjourned the meeting (5‑0).

• Approved second‑story and rear addition at 4482 N. Farwell Avenue (5-0)
• Approved front‑yard patio at 4367 N. Marlborough Drive (5-0)
• Approved window modification at 4106 N. Maryland Avenue (5-0)
• Approved September 25, 2025 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Deferred further updates to the Village Sign Code (no vote)
• Adjourned meeting at 5:18 p.m. (5-0)

Library Board of Trustees

The Shorewood Public Library Board of Trustees will meet to take action on a staff development closing date for 2025 and a 2026 grant from the Friends of the Shorewood Public Library. The board will also review library statistics and the Director of Library Services report.

• Action on 2025 Library Closing for Staff Development Day
• Action on 2026 Friends of the Shorewood Public Library Grant
• Review of Trustee Essentials Handbook Chapter 23: Material Challenges
• National Friends of Libraries Week Proclamation

The board accepted a $40,250 grant from the Friends of the Shorewood Public Library for the 2026 budget, including $10,000 for Shorewood Reads. It also voted to close the library on Friday, Dec. 12, 2025 for staff professional‑development. The consent agenda, including the Sep. 10 minutes and accounts payable, was approved unanimously. No other substantive motions were taken.

• Approved consent agenda (agenda, Sep 10 minutes, accounts payable) – vote 5-0
• Accepted Friends of the Shorewood Public Library grant of $40,250 for 2026 – vote 5-0
• Approved library closure on Dec 12, 2025, 9:30 AM‑6:30 PM for staff development – vote 5-0

Village Board of Trustees

The Village Board will review the proposed 2026 budget, including a General Capital Projects Fund budget of $9,174,600. The board will also hold a public hearing and vote on rezoning a property on N. Oakland Ave. and discuss lead service line replacement plans.

• Public hearing and vote to rezone 4449-53 N. Oakland Ave. from MX-1 Mixed-Use Storefront to GX-1 General Residential Office Mix
• Review of proposed 2026 General Capital Projects Fund budget totaling $9,174,600
• Consideration of North Shore Fire Department (NSFD) 2026-2030 Capital Budget and 2025 Fee Schedule
• Consideration of vendor for lead service line and water main evaluation and replacement
• Consideration of Shorewood Connects Facilitator Contract 2026-28

The board approved a contract with Arcadis to handle lead service line replacement, water main evaluation, scheduling, and financing plans. It also adopted a single‑ or multi‑year capital budget for 2026‑2027 and updated the North Shore Fire Department fee schedule. Several resolutions on levy limits, hazard mitigation, and road safety were approved, while the rezoning ordinance for 4449‑53 N. Oakland Ave. was deferred.

• Approved Arcadis contract for lead service line and water main evaluation (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 2025-12 recommending a single or multi‑year capital budget for 2026‑2027 (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 2025-13 recommending the 2026 North Shore Fire Department fee schedule (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 2025-14 authorizing an exception to the levy limit for NSFD charges (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 2025-09 adopting the Milwaukee County Hazard Mitigation Plan (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 2025-10 supporting the Safe Roads Save Lives Act (7-0)
• Deferred consideration of Ordinance 3076 to rezone 4449‑53 N. Oakland Ave. (7-0)
• Approved amendment to Policy 44 Lead Service Line Program and Resolution 2025-11 fee schedule amendment (7-0)

Elder Services Advisory Board

The Elder Services Advisory Board will meet on October 2, 2025 at 10 a.m. in the Shorewood Village Hall Committee Room. The board will receive reports from the chairperson, the Age‑Friendly Community Subcommittee, the Senior Resource Center director, and updates on Shorewood Connects initiatives and the health department. Members will discuss long‑term planning for senior services. No formal actions are scheduled beyond the reports and discussion.

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

Conservation Committee

The Conservation Committee will review progress reports from its Waste Reduction, Biodiversity, and Energy Efficiency subcommittees. It will discuss possible ordinance actions under the 2025 Initiative to electrify Shorewood, as well as a more flexible land‑management ordinance and turf‑grass standards. The committee will also consider plans for three environment‑themed film screenings, participation in the Fish and Feather Festival, and updates on Dark Sky streetlight fixtures. No formal decisions are recorded in the agenda.

• Consider possible ordinance actions to electrify Shorewood (2025 Initiative)
• Discuss flexible ordinance language for land‑management plan requirement and turf‑grass standard, Chapter 220 Brush, Grass and Weeds
• Plan three environment‑themed film screenings at Village Center and SHS auditorium
• Participate in the Fish and Feather Festival
• Staff Liaison report on Dark Sky streetlight fixture brightness (see p. 119)

Public Art Committee

The Shorewood Public Art Committee approved the September 3, 2025 meeting minutes and adopted seasonal art themes for fall, winter, spring, and summer. Members discussed maintenance needs for the Ghost Train, including a lighting request and a foundation application, and explored a possible aerial performance off the structure. The committee also considered a recognition ceremony for “Signaling History” artists and ideas for a village-wide arts festival gallery walk.

• Approved September 3, 2025 meeting minutes (motion passed 6‑0).
• Adopted seasonal art themes: togetherness (fall), resilience (winter), diversity (spring), empathy (summer).
• Considered Chasing Rainbows request to light the Ghost Train bridge on Oct 15 and application to Shorewood Foundation for Ghost Train maintenance.
• Discussed possible aerial performance off the Ghost Train with an aerial repelling group.
• Discussed recognition ceremony for “Signaling History” artists (8 of 11 artists interested; Bob Dean may speak).

The Shorewood Public Art Committee approved the September 3, 2025 meeting minutes. It voted to add artist Kai Marquardt to the Village Hall lobby program from October 25 to January 26. The committee also approved lighting the bridge on October 15 and authorized up to $2,000 for Ghost Train maintenance work. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved September 3, 2025 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Approved artist Kai Marquardt for Oct 25–Jan 26 display (6-0)
• Approved Chasing Rainbows bridge‑lighting request for Oct 15 (6-0)
• Approved $1,927 invoice for second Ghost Train amp (6-0)
• Approved up to $2,000 for Piper Power work on Ghost Train (6-0)
• Approved adjournment at 9:37 a.m. (6-0)

Design Review Board

The Design Review Board will review several residential property modification applications. The board will also continue discussions regarding updates to the Village’s Sign Code (Chapter 445).

• Second-story and rear addition at 4482 N. Farwell Avenue
• Window removal at 2810 E. Menlo Blvd.
• Door removal at 2617 E. Capitol Drive
• Review of approved front yard patio plans at 3815 N. Morris Blvd.
• Updating the Village’s Sign Code (Chapter 445)

The board approved the removal of a window at 2810 E. Menlo Blvd by a 7‑0 vote. It also approved the removal of a door at 2617 E. Capitol Drive, with brick work to the stoop and an optional milk‑chute removal, by a 7‑0 vote. Plans for screening at the front‑yard patio on 3815 N. Morris Blvd were approved after discussion. The board discussed updates to the Village sign code but made no final decision.

• Approved September 11, 2025 meeting minutes (6‑0)
• Approved window removal at 2810 E. Menlo Blvd (7‑0)
• Approved door removal at 2617 E. Capitol Drive with brick to stoop and optional milk‑chute removal (7‑0)
• Approved screening plans for front‑yard patio at 3815 N. Morris Blvd (vote not recorded)
• Discussed sign‑code updates; no decision made
• Adjourned meeting (7‑0)

Board of Review

The Shorewood Board of Review will reconvene to review and potentially rule on objections to property assessments for 17 specific addresses. The meeting will also confirm that proper notices were posted. If the review is complete, the board will adjourn for the year.

• Review objections for 3605-607 N Murray Ave
• Review objections for 2225 E Menlo Blvd
• Review objections for 4443 N Frederick Ave
• Review objections for 4012-4014 N Prospect
• Review objections for 4106-4108 N Ardmore Ave

Plan Commission

The Shorewood Plan Commission will vote on a recommendation to rezone 4449‑53 N. Oakland Avenue from MX1 Mixed‑Use Storefront to GX1 General Residential‑Office Mix. The commission will also discuss proposals to increase housing options, including accessory dwelling units and duplex regulations in the R‑6 district. The meeting includes approval of the August 26, 2025 minutes and setting future agenda items.

• Recommendation to rezone 4449‑53 N. Oakland Ave. (236‑9993‑000) from MX1 to GX1
• Discussion of accessory dwelling unit (ADU) initiative to expand housing
• Discussion of duplex regulations within R‑6 One‑ and Two‑Household Residence District No. 1
• Approval of August 26, 2025 Plan Commission meeting minutes
• Consideration of future agenda items

The Commission unanimously approved the August 26, 2025 meeting minutes (6‑0). A motion to recommend the Village Board approve rezoning of 4449‑53 N. Oakland Avenue to GX‑1 failed with a 3‑3 tie vote. The commission also discussed a proposed accessory dwelling unit (ADU) housing initiative, but no vote was taken.

• Approved August 26, 2025 minutes (6-0)
• Motion to recommend rezoning 4449-53 N. Oakland Ave failed (vote 3-3)
• Discussed ADU housing initiative – no decision made

Bi-Board Committee

The Shorewood Bi-Board meeting will provide updates from the school district and the village, including a presentation on the Roffers Group Study, a financial sustainability task force report, and the impact of state budget legislation. The village will present updates on its budget, housing initiatives, the Department of Public Works, and a traffic‑calming demonstration program. The meeting is a voluntary, non‑decision‑making forum; no actions will be taken, and public comments may be submitted in writing. All discussions will be reported to the respective boards.

• School District: Roffers Group Study presentation (scheduled for 9/24)
• School District: Financial Sustainability Task Force update
• School District: Impact of State Budget Legislation on schools
• Village: Budget update
• Village: Traffic calming demonstration program

Village Board of Trustees

The Village Board will consider a special order to ratify the purchase of 4448 and 4450 N. Oakland Ave from Spoerl Commercial LLC for affordable housing. The meeting also includes a budget overview, a consent agenda, and discussion of Ordinance No. 3075 and a pilot block‑closure program. Additional items include a public hearing and updates from village officials.

• Ratify purchase of 4448 and 4450 N. Oakland Ave from Spoerl Commercial LLC for affordable housing
• Consent agenda: presentation of accounts, September 3 minutes, and driveway pavers application at 3575 N. Lake Dr.
• Consider Ordinance No. 3075 to replace yield signs with stop signs on N. Larkin and E. Olive Streets
• Consider pilot program for multiple‑block closure of N. Morris Blvd for trick‑or‑treat
• Discuss 2026 budget deficit of approximately $410,241 and financing options

The Village Board ratified the previously approved offer to purchase 4448 and 4450 N. Oakland Avenue from Spoerl Commercial LLC to build affordable housing, passing the motion 4-1. The board also approved Ordinance No. 3075 to replace yield signs with stop signs at N. Larkin and E. Olive Street (4-0). A pilot program for a multiple‑block closure on N. Morris Boulevard for a trick‑or‑treat event was approved unanimously (4-0). The consent agenda and a modification to streetlight operations special charge were each approved unanimously.

• Ratified purchase of 4448 & 4450 N. Oakland Ave for affordable housing (4-1)
• Approved Ordinance No. 3075 replacing yield signs with stop signs (4-0)
• Approved pilot program for multiple block closure on N. Morris Blvd (4-0)
• Approved modification to streetlight operations special charge (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda (5-0)
• Approved future consideration motion on streetlight operations (4-0)

Design Review Board

The Design Review Board will review applications for exterior changes to four residential properties. The board is deciding on plans for a rear addition, a front yard patio, a new window, and a new exterior door.

• Single-story rear addition at 1514 E. Marion Street
• Front yard patio at 3926 N. Stowell Avenue
• New window (south elevation) at 4455 N. Woodburn Street
• New exterior door (rear elevation) at 4605 N. Sheffield Avenue

The board approved the August 14, 2025 meeting minutes. It unanimously approved plans for a new exterior door at 4605 N. Sheffield Avenue, a new window at 4455 N. Woodburn Street (with a decorative raised panel condition), a single‑story rear addition at 1514 E. Marion Street (with a condition that it not intersect the existing second‑floor porch and that doors and windows match existing trim), and a front‑yard patio replacement at 3926 N. Stowell Avenue. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved August 14, 2025 minutes (4-0)
• Approved exterior door plan at 4605 N. Sheffield Ave (4-0)
• Approved window plan at 4455 N. Woodburn St with decorative panel condition (4-0)
• Approved rear addition plan at 1514 E. Marion St with deck‑intersection and matching‑trim condition (4-0)
• Approved front yard patio plan at 3926 N. Stowell Ave (4-0)
• Adjourned meeting (4-0)

Conservation Committee

The Conservation Committee will consider approving the August 7 meeting minutes and hear community concerns and subcommittee reports. It will also discuss upcoming events, including planning for the 2026 Film Fest and recruiting volunteers for the Fish and Feather Festival.

• Approve minutes from the August 7, 2025 meeting
• Discuss Film Fest planning, dates and film selection for 2026
• Recruit volunteers for the Fish and Feather Festival at Hubbard Park on Oct 11
• Subcommittee sign‑ups and planning
• Upcoming river cleanup on Oct 18 and DIY workshop on Oct 15

Library Board of Trustees

The Shorewood Public Library Board of Trustees will approve the agenda and minutes from the July 9, 2025 meeting. It will discuss the proposed 2026 library budget and associated tax levy request. The board will also review proposals from the Greater Milwaukee Foundation and the Lange Bequest, as well as a cost‑of‑living adjustment for 2026.

• Consent agenda: approval of agenda, July 9, 2025 minutes, and accounts payable reports
• Action: 2026 Shorewood Public Library proposed budgets and tax levy request
• Action: 2026 Greater Milwaukee Foundation / Lange Bequest proposals
• Action: 2026 cost of living adjustment
• Information: 2nd quarter 2025 GMF grant letter

The trustees approved the 2026 Shorewood Public Library budget, including a $1,014,193 tax levy request, with a 6‑0 vote. They also approved the Greater Milwaukee Foundation/Lange Bequest Permanent Endowment Fund request by a 6‑0 vote. The board agreed to contribute $100,000 to the OverDrive Advantage Lucky Day Collection using the Board Directed Reserve Fund. The consent agenda, covering the July 9 minutes and accounts payable, passed unanimously.

• Approved 2026 library budget and $1,014,193 tax levy request (6-0)
• Approved 2026 GMF/Lange Bequest Permanent Endowment Fund request (6-0)
• Agreed to contribute $100,000 to OverDrive Advantage Lucky Day Collection via Board Directed Reserve Fund
• Approved consent agenda, including July 9 minutes and accounts payable (5-0)

Board of Appeals

The Board of Appeals will consider a request to appeal a Village Manager's August 13, 2025 decision. The appeal concerns the non-enforcement of Village Code 225-9 at a specific property.

• Appeal of Village Manager decision regarding Village Code 225-9 for 2511 E Menlo Blvd

Parks and Public Spaces Committee

The Parks and Public Spaces Committee will consider approval of the July 8 meeting minutes and receive staff liaison updates. It will discuss final recommendations and updates to Chapter 207 of the Village Code as presented by Police Chief Wurth. Additional topics include subcommittee structure, the status of the Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan, and updates on parks, pedestrian and bicycle safety, and other public spaces.

• Approve July 8, 2025 meeting minutes
• Discuss final recommendations/updates to Chapter 207 of the Village Code for Police Chief Wurth
• Discuss subcommittee structure
• Status update on the Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan
• Pedestrian and bicycle safety updates, including neighborhood greenway on Murray and Complete Streets Policy

Public Art Committee

The Public Art Committee will meet to determine the fall theme for the Village Hall Gallery Art Program. The body will also discuss the Ghost Train, including a possible recommendation to the Village Board regarding an aerial show.

• Fall theme for the Village Hall Gallery Art Program
• Possible recommendation to Village Board on aerial show at the Ghost Train
• Recognition ceremony for Signaling History artists
• Arts Festival discussion

Village Board Standing Committee Meeting Notes

The Community and Business Relations Committee discussed safety concerns regarding vehicle traffic on Morris Boulevard during trick-or-treating. The committee voted to recommend that the Village Board close a portion of the street for the event.

• Recommendation to close a portion of Morris Boulevard for trick-or-treat (approved 2-1)

Police Commission

The Shorewood Police Commission will hold a hybrid meeting on September 3, 2025, to elect officers, approve past meeting minutes, and interview police officer candidates in closed session. Any actions resulting from the closed session will be discussed upon reconvening in open session.

• Election of officers
• Approval of January 27 and April 15, 2025 meeting minutes
• Interview police officer candidates in closed session
• Potential action on closed session matters in open session

The commission elected Sarah McKnight as Secretary and re‑elected Rick Cole as President, each by unanimous vote. The body moved into a closed session to discuss employment matters, then reconvened in open session. A motion to place officer candidate Kiev Garcia Lopez on the department’s eligibility list was approved unanimously. The meeting was adjourned by unanimous vote.

• Elected Sarah McKnight as Secretary (unanimous)
• Re‑elected Rick Cole as President (unanimous)
• Moved into closed session to consider employment issues (unanimous)
• Re‑convened into open session (unanimous)
• Placed officer candidate Kiev Garcia Lopez on eligibility list (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Village Board Standing Committee Meeting Notes

The Special Public Works Committee reviewed appeals regarding the 2025 streetlight operation special charges for multiple properties. The committee voted on whether to adjust the lineal footage used to calculate charges or deny the appeals.

• Approved adjusted lineal footage calculations for 21 different property addresses
• Denied the appeal for 4075 N. Downer Avenue
• Denied the special assessment for streetlight fees at 3562 N. Lake Drive
• Set specific footage limits for 1555 E. Olive St, 4203 N. Morris Blvd, 4361 N. Morris Blvd, 4500/4502 N. Wildwood Ave, 4450/4452 N. Wildwood Ave, and 3536 N. Shepard Ave

Village Board of Trustees

The Shorewood Village Board will hold a hybrid meeting on September 3, 2025, to discuss and vote on several items, including a $1.89 million loan program, a pilot program for a multi-block street closure on N. Morris Ave. for Trick-or-Treat, and updates on financial reports and infrastructure projects. The meeting will also include discussions on Dark Sky streetlight fixtures and a proposed ordinance to prohibit parking at the intersection of N. Prospect Ave. and E. Shorewood Blvd.

• Consider Resolution 2025-09 for $1.891M taxable general obligation promissory notes for 2025-26
• Pilot program to close N. Morris Ave. for Trick-or-Treat with barricades and heavy vehicle placement
• Consider Ordinance No. 3074 to prohibit parking at N. Prospect Ave. and E. Shorewood Blvd. intersection
• Consider Agreement for 2026 Oakland Reconstruction Project Inspection & Construction Management Services
• Consider SDWLP loan program for 2025-26

The Village Board approved Resolution 2025-09 authorizing up to $1,891,374 in taxable general obligation notes (7‑0). It also adopted Ordinance 3074 banning parking at N. Prospect Ave and E. Shorewood Blvd (6‑1) and approved a $413,832.23 contract for 2026 Oakland Avenue reconstruction inspection services (7‑0). The board rejected a motion to review non‑permitted uses in the Village Center lower level (4‑3) and denied a request to study the Village Manager’s office service levels (4‑3).

• Approved Resolution 2025-09 for $1,891,374 tax‑exempt bond issuance (7‑0)
• Approved Ordinance 3074 prohibiting parking at N. Prospect Ave & E. Shorewood Blvd (6‑1)
• Approved $413,832.23 contract for 2026 Oakland Ave reconstruction inspection services (7‑0)
• Rejected motion to allow review of non‑permitted uses in Village Center lower level (4‑3)
• Approved motion to reject proposals for non‑permitted uses in Village Center lower level (4‑3)
• Approved Organizational Study request for village operations (6‑1)
• Rejected request to review Village Manager’s office service levels (4‑3)
• Authorized closed session to discuss prospective DPW site (7‑0)

Board of Review

The Shorewood Board of Review reconvenes to review property tax objections for 12 specific addresses. The meeting is procedural, focusing on confirming notices and addressing objections without new decisions.

• Review objections for 1708-10 E Menlo Blvd
• Review objections for 3725 N Lake Dr
• Review objections for 2501 E Shorewood Blvd
• Review objections for 3549 N Frederick Ave
• Review objections for 4040 N Stowell Ave

Plan Commission

The Plan Commission will introduce a request to rezone a property on N. Oakland Ave. from Mixed-Use Storefront to General Residential-Office Mix. The body will also continue discussions on initiatives to increase housing opportunities, specifically regarding accessory dwelling units and basement bedrooms.

• Rezoning request for 4449-53 N. Oakland Ave. from MX1 Mixed-Use Storefront to GX1 General Residential-Office Mix
• Discussion on Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) to increase housing opportunities
• Discussion on updating household definitions and basement bedroom regulations

The commission voted 5‑0 to approve the minutes from the June 22, 2025 Plan Commission meeting. A rezoning petition for 4449‑53 N. Oakland Avenue was introduced but no recommendation or vote was taken. The commission also discussed a possible accessory dwelling unit (ADU) program, but no action was decided.

• Approved June 22, 2025 meeting minutes (5‑0 vote)

Library Board of Trustees

The Finance Committee will meet to review the proposed 2026 budget and a grant request from the Greater Milwaukee Foundation. No official action is scheduled.

• Information: 2026 Shorewood Public Library Budget
• Information: 2026 Greater Milwaukee Foundation Grant Request

Design Review Board

The Shorewood Design Review Board will meet to approve July 2025 meeting minutes and consider a wall sign application for a commercial property at 1712 E. Capitol Drive. The board will also further discuss updating the village’s Sign Code (Chapter 445).

• Wall sign application for 1712 E. Capitol Drive
• Discussion on updating Village Sign Code (Chapter 445)

The Design Review Board approved the minutes from the July 24, 2025 meeting by a 6‑0 vote. It then approved the plans for a wall sign at 1712 E. Capitol Dr. with a 6‑0 vote. The meeting was adjourned by a 6‑0 vote.

• Approved July 24, 2025 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Approved wall sign plans for 1712 E. Capitol Dr. (6-0)
• Adjourned meeting (6-0)

Library Board of Trustees

The Shorewood Public Library Board of Trustees Finance Committee will meet to review financial reports and budget planning. The session is designated for information gathering regarding quarterly reports and the upcoming budget.

• Q2 Report
• Greater Milwaukee Foundation Withdrawal
• 2026 Shorewood Public Library Budget Draft

Elder Services Advisory Board

The Elder Services Advisory Board will meet to review the proposed 2026 budget for the Senior Resource Center. The board will also discuss long-term planning for senior services and consider a reimbursement request for the Benjamin Fund.

• Approval of Benjamin Fund Reimbursement Request for 2025 Second Quarter SRC Eligible Expenditures
• Review of proposed 2026 Senior Resource Center budget
• Discussion on Senior Services Long-Term Planning
• Updates on Shorewood Connects Initiatives
• Age-Friendly Community Subcommittee reports

The Elder Services Advisory Board approved the minutes from the June 5, 2025 meeting with a 4‑0 vote. The board heard reports about a grant for motion‑activated crosswalk beacons, an upcoming Welcome New Neighbors picnic, the Fall newsletter and a $500 donation. It was noted that the Village Board Strategic Initiatives Committee voted 2‑1 against a zoning change for the former North Shore Health Department space, with a full board vote scheduled for Sept. 3.

• Approved June 5, 2025 minutes (unanimous 4‑0)

Conservation Committee

The Conservation Committee will meet to receive updates on the Bird City status and the Green Amendment. The body will also discuss the Film Fest and volunteers for the Fish and Feather Festival.

• Bird City status update
• Green Amendment meeting update
• Film Fest discussion
• Fish and Feather Festival volunteer coordination

Public Art Committee

The Public Art Committee will meet to discuss maintenance and a potential aerial show at the Ghost Train. The body will also consider a recognition ceremony for Signaling History artists and discuss the Arts Festival.

• Ghost Train maintenance
• Recommendation to Village Board on Ghost Train aerial show
• Recognition ceremony for Signaling History artists
• Arts Festival discussion

Village Board of Trustees

The Village Board and committees will discuss lease proposals for the Village Center lower level, including a $25,200 annual bid from Sophia Barry Realty Group. The board will also consider funding options to offset streetlight charges and review several new village policies.

• Lease proposals for Village Center lower level: Sophia Barry Realty Group ($25,200 annual) and Senior Resource Center ($0 fee)
• Ordinance 3073: Replacing yield signs with stop signs at N. Stowell Avenue and E. Lake Bluff Blvd
• Offer to Purchase agreement for redevelopment of 4450 N. Oakland Avenue
• Agreement with TAPCO LLC for crosswalk equipment demonstration and testing
• Resolution 2025-08 regarding the DNR 2025 Urban Forestry Grant Application

The board approved an Offer to Purchase 4448 and 4450 N. Oakland Avenue to develop affordable housing (5-1). It also approved a crosswalk equipment demonstration with TAPCO, LLC (6-0), adopted a stop‑sign ordinance on N. Stowell Avenue (6-0), and authorized a Wisconsin DNR urban‑forestry grant application (6-0). Additionally, the board rejected all mobile‑parking proposals and adopted credit‑card and Complete Streets policies.

• Approved Offer to Purchase 4448 & 4450 N. Oakland Ave for affordable housing (5-1)
• Approved TAPCO, LLC crosswalk equipment demonstration agreement (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance 3073 replacing yield signs with stop signs on N. Stowell Ave (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 2025-08 authorizing urban‑forestry grant submission (6-0)
• Rejected all mobile parking payment proposals and set a 2027 implementation timeline (6-0)
• Adopted Policy 50 Village Credit Card Fee Policy (6-0)
• Adopted Policy 52 Complete Streets policy (6-0)
• Deferred reduction of services in the 2026 budget (5-1)

Village Board Standing Committee Meeting Notes

The Public Works Committee discussed parking restrictions at a specific intersection and updates to the traffic request policy. Both items were recommended for final Village Board consideration on September 3, 2025.

• Recommended no-parking signs 15 feet from curb ramps at N. Prospect Ave. and E. Shorewood Blvd. (Vote 2-1)
• Recommended updates to Policy No. 43 Traffic and Parking Regulation Request Program to clarify that traffic calming requests are not handled through this program (Vote 3-0)

Village Board Standing Committee Meeting Notes

The Strategic Initiatives Committee discussed two lease proposals for the former North Shore Health Department space. The committee voted to recommend that the Village Board reject proposals for uses not currently permitted within the P-1 District.

• Proposal from Sophia Barry Realty Group for $25,200 annual lease (1–2-year term)
• Proposal from Shorewood Senior Resource Center for $0 lease fee
• Recommendation to reject proposals from non-permitted uses in the P-1 District

Board of Review

The Board of Review will examine the assessment roll for errors and certify corrections. The body will hear objections to 2026 assessments for specific properties and review notices of intent to file objections.

• Review of assessment objections for 3710 Oakland Ave Unit 201, 4330 N Wildwood Ave, 2400 E Newton Ave, 1717 E Kensington Blvd Unit 201, and 2320/2322 E Menlo Blvd
• Review of notices of intent to file objections for 9 properties, including 4125 N Prospect Ave and 3521 N Maryland Ave
• Certification of assessment roll corrections under Wis. Stat. § 70.43
• Consideration of waivers for Roundy’s Supermarket at 4075 N Oakland Ave during the September 3 adjournment

Design Review Board

The Design Review Board will review applications for property modifications and discuss updates to the Village's Sign Code. The board is deciding on specific changes to residential and commercial properties.

• Window modification at 4473 N. Frederick Avenue
• Wall sign installation at 2221 E. Capitol Drive
• Discussion of updating the Village’s Sign Code (Chapter 445)

The Board approved the July 10, 2025 meeting minutes. It then approved the wall sign plans for 2221 E. Capitol Drive and the window modification plans for 4473 N. Frederick Avenue, each by a 5‑0 vote. The Board also discussed updates to the Village’s Sign Code but took no action.

• Approved July 10, 2025 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved wall sign plan at 2221 E. Capitol Drive (5-0)
• Approved window modification plan at 4473 N. Frederick Avenue (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 5:44 p.m. (5-0)

Plan Commission

The Plan Commission will hold its third meeting regarding an initiative to increase housing opportunities in the village. The body will also receive an update on Village Board action concerning a request to allow commercial kitchens in the P-1 Public and Semipublic District.

• Discussion of initiative to increase housing opportunities (Meeting #3)
• Update on zoning petition to allow commercial kitchens in the P-1 Public and Semipublic District

The commission approved the May 27, 2025 meeting minutes by a 6‑0 vote. It then voted 6‑1 to recommend changing the village household definition to permit up to four unrelated adults. A separate 7‑0 vote recommended removing the prohibition on basement bedrooms. The meeting was adjourned by a 7‑0 vote.

• Approved May 27, 2025 minutes (6-0)
• Recommended modifying household definition to allow up to 4 unrelated adults (6-1)
• Recommended removing prohibition on basement bedrooms (7-0)
• Adjourned meeting (7-0)

Design Review Board

The Design Review Board will review applications for exterior modifications to two residential properties and one commercial property. The board will also approve minutes from the June 26, 2025 meeting.

• Removal of 2nd floor doors and balcony at 3564-66 N. Frederick Avenue
• Expansion of existing dormer and installation of new dormer at 2821 E. Menlo Blvd
• Installation of a wall and blade sign at 3524 N. Oakland Avenue

The Design Review Board approved the June 26, 2025 meeting minutes. It approved option 2 for the property at 3564-66 N. Frederick Avenue, which replaces the temporary brick infill with Juliet‑style balconies and fixed doors. The board also approved the dormer plans for 2821 E. Menlo Blvd and a wall and blade sign for 3524 N. Oakland Avenue. All approvals passed with a 5‑0 vote.

• Approved June 26, 2025 minutes (5-0)
• Approved option 2 for 3564-66 N. Frederick Ave (5-0)
• Approved dormer plans for 2821 E. Menlo Blvd (5-0)
• Approved wall and blade sign for 3524 N. Oakland Ave (5-0)
• Approved adjournment of meeting (5-0)

Library Board of Trustees

The Shorewood Public Library Board of Trustees will meet to take action on the Fines and Charges Policy and a modification to a vacant librarian position. The board will also review library statistics and the Director's report.

• Action on Fines and Charges Policy
• Action on Vacant Librarian Position Role Modification
• Review of Library Statistics
• Discussion of Trustee Essentials Handbook Chapter 21: Accessible Services
• Closed session regarding employee employment, promotion, compensation, and performance evaluation

Parks and Public Spaces Committee

The Pedestrian and Bicycle Safety Subcommittee will meet to discuss traffic calming, signage, and potential code changes. No official action will be taken by the committee during this meeting.

• Review of temporary traffic calming installations at five locations
• Discussion of Village Code Chap. 207 regarding micromobility devices on sidewalks
• Planning for new OLT entrance signage
• Discussion of $6,850 funding for the "Safer Sidewalks for All" stencil project after Village Board declined budget inclusion
• Review of proposed 2026 budget initiatives including vehicle impound ordinances and Vision Triangle Regulations

Parks and Public Spaces Committee

The committee will meet to discuss placemaking next steps and receive updates on parks, pedestrian safety, and bicycle safety. The meeting also includes the introduction of a new member.

• Introduction of new member Natalie Avallone
• Discussion of placemaking next steps
• Pedestrian and bicycle safety updates
• Committee initiatives update by Chief Heather Wurth

Village Board of Trustees

The Village Board and committees will discuss zoning changes, a redevelopment agreement for 4450 N. Oakland Avenue, and streetlight replacement engineering. The Budget and Finance Committee is reviewing proposals for a mobile parking payment system.

• Offer to Purchase agreement for redevelopment of 4450 N. Oakland Avenue
• Ordinance 3072 to amend principal uses in the P-1 District
• Task Order No. 2 for Streetlight Replacement Program engineering and inspection
• Proposals for a mobile parking payment analysis and system
• Annual pavement marking contract

The board unanimously approved Ordinance 3072, amending the P‑1 district zoning code to permit commercial kitchens and requiring a five‑year review. It also approved a streetlight replacement task order with KL Engineering for up to $357,020. The board directed the Village Attorney and Manager to review an offer to purchase 4450 N. Oakland Avenue and approved using several funds to offset streetlight costs. A closed‑session was held to discuss public‑property acquisition for a new DPW site.

• Approved Ordinance 3072 to permit commercial kitchens in P‑1 district (7‑0)
• Approved Task Order #3 with KL Engineering for streetlight replacement, up to $357,020 (7‑0)
• Directed Village Attorney and Manager to review purchase offer for 4450 N. Oakland Ave and report by Aug 4 (7‑0)
• Motion to provide appraisal of 4450 N. Oakland Ave lot failed (3‑4)
• Approved use of TID 1 extension funds to offset streetlight charge (6‑1)
• Approved use of parking utility fund balance to offset streetlight charge (7‑0)
• Approved use of vehicle registration fee to offset streetlight charge (6‑1)
• Closed session to discuss public‑property purchase for new DPW site approved (7‑0)

Village Board Standing Committee Meeting Notes

The Public Works Committee reviewed a draft Complete Streets Policy and voted to recommend it for Village Board adoption. The policy includes references to the Long Range Financial Plan for project identification. The Village Board is scheduled to consider the policy on August 4, 2025.

• Recommendation to adopt Complete Streets Policy (Vote 3-0)

Conservation Committee

The regularly scheduled meeting of the Conservation Committee for July 3, 2025, has been cancelled.

Public Art Committee

The Public Art Committee will discuss artist submissions for the Village Hall Gallery and the Arts Festival. The body is also considering a recommendation to the Village Board regarding an aerial show and an illumination request for the Ghost Train.

• Village Hall Gallery program artist submissions
• Illumination request for Metastatic Breast Cancer awareness at the Ghost Train
• Recommendation to Village Board on an aerial show at the Ghost Train
• Recognition ceremony for Signaling History artists
• Arts Festival discussion

The committee unanimously approved the June 4 meeting minutes. It approved two artists and four pieces for the Village Hall Gallery program. It approved the illumination request for Metastatic Breast Cancer awareness on the Ghost Train. The meeting was adjourned with a 4‑0 vote.

• Approved June 4 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved two artists and four pieces for Village Hall Gallery program (5-0)
• Approved illumination request for Metastatic Breast Cancer awareness on Ghost Train (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (4-0)

Joint Review Board

The Joint Review Board will meet to appoint a chairperson and public member. The board will review the performance and status of Tax Incremental Districts No. 3, 4, and 5 and consider a resolution acknowledging the filing of annual reports.

• Review of Annual PE-300 Reports for Tax Incremental District No. 3
• Review of Annual PE-300 Reports for Tax Incremental District No. 4
• Review of Annual PE-300 Reports for Tax Incremental District No. 5
• Resolution Acknowledging Filing of Annual Reports and Compliance with Annual Meeting Requirement

Library Board of Trustees

The Shorewood Public Library Board of Trustees Personnel Committee will meet to take action on a vacant librarian position. The committee will also enter a closed session to discuss the salary and wage of the Assistant Director.

• Action on vacant librarian position
• Closed session regarding Assistant Director salary and wage

Design Review Board

The Design Review Board will meet to review application plans for a residential property. The board is considering the installation of a deck on the front elevation of a home.

• Application for deck installation at 1911 E. Jarvis Street

The board approved the minutes from the June 12, 2025 meeting by a 4-0 vote. It then approved the deck plans for the residential property at 1911 E. Jarvis Street, also by a 4-0 vote. The meeting was adjourned at 5:11 p.m. with a unanimous 4-0 vote.

• Approved June 12, 2025 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved deck plans for 1911 E. Jarvis Street (4-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 5:11 p.m. (4-0)

Joint Review Board

The Joint Review Board will meet to appoint a Chairperson and public member. The board will review annual PE-300 reports and the performance status of Tax Incremental Districts No. 3, 4, and 5.

• Review of Annual PE-300 Reports for Tax Incremental District No. 3
• Review of Annual PE-300 Reports for Tax Incremental District No. 4
• Review of Annual PE-300 Reports for Tax Incremental District No. 5
• Consideration of Resolution Acknowledging Filing of Annual Reports and Compliance with Annual Meeting Requirement

Village Board of Trustees

The Village Board will hold a public hearing and vote on an ordinance amending principal uses in the P-1 District. The board is also reviewing a public assistance application for affordable housing at 4450 N. Oakland Avenue.

• Public hearing and vote on Ordinance 3072 regarding P-1 District zoning regulations
• CDA recommendation for affordable housing development at 4450 N. Oakland Avenue by Spoerl Commercial LLC
• Special privilege application for outdoor sidewalk seating at Three Lions Pub, 4515 N. Oakland Ave.
• Proposed capital asset policy for equipment costing $5,000 or more
• Amendment to Lake Drive Private Lead Service Line agreement with Kapur & Associates

The board approved the consent agenda unanimously and deferred Ordinance 3072 to the July 7 meeting. It directed staff to keep the Safe Streets and Roads for All demonstration through the summer, to be removed by the end of September. The board approved an $8,400 amendment to the Lake Drive private lead service line agreement and voted to move the affordable‑housing project to a Phase II application. Mitchell Gottschallk was appointed to the Police Commission.

• Approved consent agenda (6-0)
• Deferred Ordinance 3072 to July 7 meeting (6-0)
• Directed staff to keep Safe Streets demo through summer, remove by end Sept (4-2)
• Approved Amendment #1 to Lake Drive lead service line agreement for $8,400 (6-0)
• Approved further exploration of affordable housing and request Phase II application (5-1)
• Appointed Mitchell Gottschallk to Police Commission

Design Review Board

The Design Review Board will consider four applications for window and door modifications at residential properties. The board will also continue discussions regarding updates to the Village’s Sign Code (Chapter 445).

• Window and door modifications at 4234 N. Morris Blvd.
• Installation of two windows at 1515 E. Lake Bluff Blvd.
• Installation of a new door at 2635 E. Capitol Drive
• Window modifications at 3533 N. Shepard Avenue
• Discussion of updating the Village’s Sign Code (Chapter 445)

The board approved the May 22, 2025 meeting minutes (6‑0). It approved window modifications at 4234 N. Morris Blvd with specific siding and trim conditions (6‑0). It also approved window installations at 1515 E. Lake Bluff Blvd, a new door at 2635 E. Capitol Drive, and window modifications at 3533 N. Shepard Ave, each by a 6‑0 vote. The meeting was adjourned at 6:05 p.m.

• Approved May 22, 2025 minutes (6-0)
• Approved window and door plans at 4234 N. Morris Blvd, subject to matching aluminum siding and window sill conditions (6-0)
• Approved window installation plans at 1515 E. Lake Bluff Blvd as submitted (6-0)
• Approved new door plan at 2635 E. Capitol Drive as submitted (6-0)
• Approved window modification plans at 3533 N. Shepard Ave as submitted (6-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:05 p.m. (6-0)

Library Board of Trustees

The Shorewood Public Library Board of Trustees will meet to elect board officers and determine the funding commitment for Shorewood Reads 2026. The board will also review library statistics and the Director's report.

• Library Board Officer Election
• Shorewood Reads 2026 Funding Commitment
• Library Committee Appointments for Personnel, Finance, Nominating, and Planning
• Review of Trustee Essentials Handbook Chapter 20: Building Accessibility

The trustees approved the meeting agenda, minutes, and accounts payable reports by a 4‑0 vote. Jonathan Smucker was re‑elected President and Kara Espera re‑elected Vice President, each by a 6‑0 vote. The board allocated $10,000 from the Greater Milwaukee Foundation Board Directed Reserve Fund for the 2026 Shorewood Reads program, also by a 6‑0 vote.

• Approved agenda, May 14 minutes, and accounts payable (4-0)
• Re‑elected Jonathan Smucker as President (6-0)
• Re‑elected Kara Espera as Vice President (6-0)
• Allocated $10,000 for Shorewood Reads 2026 from reserve fund (6-0)

Parks and Public Spaces Committee

The Parks and Public Spaces Committee will discuss updates to the Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan and the Oak Leaf Trail signage project. The body will also consider selecting a new Vice-Chair and review 2026 initiatives.

• Selection of new Vice-Chair
• Oak Leaf Trail signage project update from Milwaukee County Parks
• Review of Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan updates
• Update on 2026 Initiatives
• Pedestrian and Bicycle Safety updates

Parks and Public Spaces Committee

The Pedestrian and Bicycle Safety Subcommittee of the Parks and Public Spaces Committee will meet for discussion. The notice states that no action will be taken by the committee during this meeting.

Joint Review Board

The Joint Review Board will meet to review the performance and status of Tax Incremental Districts No. 3, 4, and 5. The board will consider a resolution acknowledging the filing of annual reports and compliance with meeting requirements.

• Review of PE-300 Annual Reports for Tax Incremental District No. 3
• Review of PE-300 Annual Reports for Tax Incremental District No. 4
• Review of PE-300 Annual Reports for Tax Incremental District No. 5
• Appointments of Chairperson and Public member
• Resolution Acknowledging Filing of Annual Reports and Compliance with Annual Meeting Requirement

Elder Services Advisory Board

The Elder Services Advisory Board will meet to receive updates from the Health Department and the Senior Resource Center Director. The board is scheduled to review a proposal regarding the Senior Resource Center's occupancy of the Village Center lower level.

• Review of SRC Proposal to Occupy Village Center Lower Level
• Age-Friendly Community Subcommittee Reports
• Shorewood Connects Initiatives Updates
• Health Department Updates

The Elder Services Advisory Board approved the May 1, 2025 minutes unanimously (4‑0). The board announced that new member Dan Sweetland will join at the August meeting and that there will be no meeting in July. It confirmed that future meetings will continue on Thursdays at 10 am.

• Approved May 1, 2025 minutes (4‑0)
• Cancelled July meeting
• Confirmed Thursday 10 am meeting schedule

Conservation Committee

The Conservation Committee will meet to discuss potential updates to Chapter 220 of the Village Code regarding native plants and natural landscaping. The body will also consider the renewal of the annual Bird City application.

• Possible consideration of revisions to Village Code Chapter 220 (native plants, natural landscaping areas)
• Possible consideration of annual Bird City application renewal

Public Art Committee

The committee will discuss the Ghost Train project, including a potential aerial show and a recognition ceremony for Signaling History artists. Members will also discuss the Arts Festival.

• Possible recommendation to Village Board on aerial show at the Ghost Train
• Possible action for recognition ceremony for Signaling History artists
• Discussion of Arts Festival
• Discussion of Ghost Train

The committee voted to approve the May 7 meeting minutes, with the motion carried 5‑0 and one member abstaining. Later, the committee moved to adjourn, and the motion passed 4‑0. No other actions were decided at this meeting.

• Approved May 7 meeting minutes (5-0, one abstention)
• Adjourned meeting (4-0)

Village Board of Trustees

The Village Board and committees will discuss a pilot program for multi-block party permits on N. Morris for 2025 Trick-or-Treat. The Board will also review various event permits, licenses, and a request for a new DPW site.

• Pilot program for N. Morris roadway closure for 2025 Trick-or-Treat
• RFP for 2026 Oakland Reconstruction project inspection and construction management
• Special Event Permit and licenses for Shorewood Improvement District's 2025 Criterium on June 27
• Temporary licenses for St. Roberts Fair (June 7-8) and Shorewood Men's Club BBQ (June 14)
• Closed session to discuss prospective properties for a new DPW site

The Village Board approved the consent agenda unanimously (7-0). It also approved Resolution #2025-06 concerning the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources NR 208 2024 compliance report, with a 7-0 roll‑call vote. The board then moved to adjourn into a closed session to discuss prospective properties for a new DPW site, also passing 7-0.

• Approved consent agenda (7‑0)
• Approved Resolution #2025-06 on WDNR NR 208 2024 compliance report (7‑0)
• Adjourned into closed session to discuss prospective DPW site properties (7‑0)

Community Development Authority

The Community Development Authority will review a Phase I application from Spoerl Commercial LLC for public assistance to develop affordable housing. The body will also consider the public benefits of the project.

• Phase I application by Spoerl Commercial LLC for affordable housing at 4450 N. Oakland Avenue

The Community Development Authority voted 5-0 to approve the March 7, 2025 meeting minutes. The board reviewed the Phase I application from Spoerl Commercial LLC for a 19‑unit affordable housing project at 4450 N. Oakland Avenue and heard a financial analysis from Baker Tilly. Members asked questions about financing, parking, design, and land appraisal, but no recommendation or vote on the application was recorded, leaving further review to the Village Board.

• Approved March 7, 2025 minutes (5-0)

Plan Commission

The Shorewood Plan Commission will discuss and possibly recommend a zoning change to permit commercial kitchens in the P-1 Public and Semipublic District. The proposed change aims to allow shared kitchen spaces for food entrepreneurs, particularly targeting underutilized church facilities. The meeting will also include a second discussion on increasing housing opportunities in the village.

• Zoning petition to amend 535-25 of the Shorewood Zoning Code to allow commercial kitchens in P-1 district
• Proposal to permit shared commercial kitchen spaces in underutilized church facilities (e.g., North Shore Presbyterian, 4048 N. Bartlett Ave.)
• Discussion on expanding artisan production uses in P-1 district to include maker spaces and limited retail of artisan goods
• Second meeting on Plan Commission’s initiative to increase housing opportunities in Shorewood
• Public comment period for residents to share input on proposed zoning changes

The commission voted 3‑2 to recommend that the Village Board add Consumer Services, limited Eating and Drinking Places, Funeral and Mortuary Services, Lodging, Artisan Manufacturing and Production, Medical‑Dental Clinic‑Offices, Offices and limited General Retail Sales as permitted uses in the P‑1 Public and Semipublic District. President McKaig and Commissioner Klein voted no; Trustee McGovern voted yes and seconded the motion. Earlier, the commission approved the April 22 meeting minutes by a 5‑0 vote.

• Approved April 22, 2025 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Withdrew motion to recommend limited set of uses (motion withdrawn)
• Approved recommendation to add broad list of permitted uses in P-1 district (3-2)

Design Review Board

The Shorewood Design Review Board will meet to consider three residential property modifications: a dormer addition at 1518 E. Beverly Road, window changes at 2500 E. Shorewood Blvd, and a front yard patio at 4154 N. Lake Drive. The board will also discuss further updates to the Village’s Sign Code (Chapter 445).

• Dormer addition at 1518 E. Beverly Road
• Window modification at 2500 E. Shorewood Blvd
• Front yard patio at 4154 N. Lake Drive
• Further discussion on updating Village Sign Code (Chapter 445)

The Design Review Board approved the April 24 minutes (5‑0). It approved a dormer addition at 1518 E. Beverly Road (5‑0), a window modification at 2500 E. Shorewood Blvd (5‑0), and a front yard patio at 4154 N. Lake Drive (4‑0, with a recusal). The board then adjourned the meeting (4‑0).

• Approved April 24 minutes (5-0)
• Approved dormer addition at 1518 E. Beverly Rd (5-0)
• Approved window modification at 2500 E. Shorewood Blvd (5-0)
• Approved front yard patio at 4154 N. Lake Dr (4-0, recused)
• Adjourned meeting (4-0)

Police Commission

The Police Commission meeting scheduled for May 21, 2025, has been postponed. The meeting is now scheduled for August 20, 2025.

Village Board of Trustees

The Village Board will meet to discuss infrastructure agreements, special privilege approvals for local businesses and residences, and 2025 event planning. Two committee meetings were canceled due to lack of quorum.

• Intergovernmental Cooperation Agreement with Village of Whitefish Bay for Oakland Avenue water infrastructure improvements
• Special Privilege Approval for a loading zone at Metro Market, 4075 N. Oakland Ave.
• Special Privilege Approval for landscaping and edging at 4301 N. Maryland Ave.
• Approval of crossing guard RFP
• Appeal for crosswalk markings at the south side of Maryland/Menlo intersection (estimated $150 annual cost)

The board approved a one‑year crossing‑guard services contract for $143,708.46 and a related memorandum of understanding, both unanimously. It also approved a loading‑zone privilege at Metro Market (4‑1), the 2025 Trick‑or‑Treat schedule (5‑0), and intergovernmental agreements with Whitefish Bay for water improvements and a transfer‑station extension (both 5‑0). A proposal to keep the parade route unchanged failed due to lack of a second.

• Approved 1‑year crossing‑guard services contract $143,708.46 (5‑0)
• Approved memorandum of understanding for crossing‑guard services (5‑0)
• Approved loading‑zone privilege at 4075 N. Oakland Ave (4‑1)
• Approved Trick‑or‑Treat date Oct 26, 2025, 1‑4 pm (5‑0)
• Approved Intergovernmental Cooperation Agreement with Whitefish Bay for Oakland Ave water improvements (5‑0)
• Approved extension letter to Whitefish Bay for transfer station (5‑0)
• Failed motion to use same parade route for 2025‑2026 (no second)
• No motion taken on Capitol Drive pedestrian safety report

Library Board of Trustees

The Shorewood Public Library Board of Trustees will meet for an informational session, with no votes expected on major policy or spending items. The agenda includes a consent agenda to approve prior meeting minutes and accounts payable, followed by reports on the Greater Milwaukee Foundation, library statistics, federal funding from the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS), and a nominating committee update. The board will also discuss the upcoming June officer election and a chapter of the Trustee Essentials Handbook.

• Consent agenda approval of April 9 minutes and accounts payable reports
• Information on Greater Milwaukee Foundation Update
• Library Statistics report
• IMLS and Federal Library Funding Update
• Upcoming June Officer Election discussion

The Library Board approved the consent agenda, which included the meeting agenda, the minutes from the April 9 2025 meeting, and the accounts payable reports. The motion was moved by Vice President Kara Espera, seconded by Trustee Patrick Linnane, and carried unanimously with a 4‑0 vote. No other motions or decisions were recorded at this meeting.

• Approved agenda, April 9 minutes, and accounts payable (4-0)

Parks and Public Spaces Committee

The Parks and Public Spaces Committee will review a draft of the Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan. The body will also discuss the village dog ordinance and related signage.

• Update and discussion of Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan draft
• Discussion regarding dog ordinance and signage
• Pedestrian and Bicycle Safety updates
• Other Public Spaces updates

The Parks and Public Spaces Committee approved the April 8 meeting minutes with a 7‑0 vote. The committee also deferred discussion of commercial scooters until 2026. The meeting was adjourned with an 8‑0 vote. No other formal actions were taken.

• Approved April 8 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Deferred commercial scooters discussion to 2026 (no vote recorded)
• Adjourned meeting (8-0)

Board of Appeals

The Shorewood Board of Appeals will revisit an appeal of enforcement action EEN23-000136 concerning downspout disconnection requirements at 4074 N. Lake Drive. The board previously rescheduled the matter to require testimony from the inspector who ordered the disconnection. The meeting also includes approval of minutes and a legal standards review by the village attorney.

• Revisit appeal of enforcement EEN23-000136 for downspout disconnection at 4074 N. Lake Drive (Parcel 238-0023-000)
• Village attorney to review standards governing the Board of Appeals
• Approval of draft minutes from April 9, 2025 meeting

Conservation Committee

The Conservation Committee will meet to discuss revisions to Chapter 220 of the Village Code regarding native plants and natural landscaping areas. The body will also discuss collaborative communication with the Shorewood Waters Project and a Film Fest guide.

• Review and discussion of Chapter 220 of the Village Code (native plants, natural landscaping areas)
• Discussion of collaborative communication with Shorewood Waters Project
• Discussion of Film Fest “How To” Guide

The Conservation Committee approved the April 3, 2025 meeting minutes with a 5‑0 vote and two abstentions. The committee then adjourned the May 8, 2025 meeting with a unanimous 7‑0 vote. No other formal actions were taken.

• Approved April 3 meeting minutes (5-0, two abstentions)
• Adjourned meeting (7-0)

Public Art Committee

The Shorewood Public Art Committee will consider a $2,273.64 quote for sound troubleshooting on the Ghost Train installation and discuss special programming requests, including an illumination request for World Neurofibromatosis Day. The committee will also discuss the upcoming Arts Festival and approve previous meeting minutes.

• Discussion and possible action on Ghost Train maintenance, including a $2,273.64 quote from Clearwing for sound troubleshooting
• Discussion and possible action on Ghost Train special programming requests, including a May 17 illumination request from the Children's Tumor Foundation
• Discussion of the Arts Festival
• Approval of April 2 meeting minutes

The committee unanimously approved the April 2 meeting minutes. It also approved payment of the Ghost Train amplifier repair invoice using the Shorewood Foundation fund. The July World Fragile X display was approved. No other actions were decided; other items were deferred to future meetings.

• Approved April 2 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved Ghost Train amp repair invoice (6-0)
• Approved July World Fragile X display (6-0)
• Adjourned meeting (6-0)

Village Board Standing Committee Meeting Notes

The Judiciary, Personal, & Licensing Committee discussed volunteer committee appointments for the Community Development Authority (CDA). After considering two candidates, the committee voted 2-1 to defer the recommendation pending input from the CDA chairperson on needed skills. No appointments were made at this meeting.

• Tr. Arndorfer supported John Holz; Tr. Stokebrand supported Alan Purintun
• Motion to defer CDA appointment recommendation carried 2-1 (Stokebrand opposed)

Village Board of Trustees

The Shorewood Village Board will hold a regular meeting at 7:30pm, preceded by committee meetings on public works, budget, and community relations. The Board will consider multiple contracts and policy items, including the award of a contract for the Southwest Area Lead Service Line Replacement Project, a contract for large sewer pipe televising, and a curb extension at Morris and Capitol. A resolution amending the fee schedule for an annual streetlight operations special charge is also up for a vote. Items on the consent agenda include special privilege approvals for a parklet at Three Lions and several loading zones.

• Consider award of contract for Southwest Area Lead Service Line Replacement Project
• Consider award of contract for large sewer pipe televising
• Consider approval of curb extension at NE corner of Morris and Capitol intersection
• Consider Resolution 2025-06 amending the fee schedule for an Annual Streetlight Operations Special Charge
• Consider amendment for transfer station agreement (Public Works Committee recommendation)

The Shorewood Village Board approved several contract awards, a curb‑extension design, and a new streetlight operations special charge. It also remanded a multi‑block party permit request to a committee and recommended approval of an RFP for Village Center space. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved consent agenda (vote 7-0)
• Awarded $2,174,514 contract to Five Star Energy Services for Southwest Area Lead Service Line Replacement (vote 7-0)
• Awarded contract up to $60,000 to Visu‑Sewer for large pipe televising (vote 7-0)
• Approved design of green‑infrastructure curb extension at NE corner of E. Capitol Drive & N. Morris Blvd (vote 7-0)
• Remanded multiple block‑party permit request for N. Morris roadway closure to Community & Business Relations committee (vote 7-0)
• Recommended approval of RFP occupant for Village Center lower‑level space (vote 7-0)
• Approved Resolution 2025‑06 creating an annual streetlight operations special charge (vote 7-0)

Village Board Standing Committee Meeting Notes

The Community and Business Relations Committee met to review the July 4th parade route. The committee decided to maintain the modified route used in 2024 for safety purposes.

• Approval of the modified (2024) July 4th parade route and associated activities

Elder Services Advisory Board

The Elder Services Advisory Board will meet to approve minutes from April, receive reports from subcommittees on age-friendly community initiatives and Shorewood Connects, and hear updates from the Senior Resource Center Director and Health Department. The main discussion item is a long-term planning review 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

The board approved the minutes from the April 3, 2025 meeting with a unanimous 3‑0 vote. The meeting was then adjourned by a 5‑0 vote. No other actions or votes were recorded.

• Approved minutes of April 3, 2025 (3‑0)
• Adjourned meeting (5‑0)

Conservation Committee

The Shorewood Conservation Committee's May 1 meeting has been postponed by one week to Thursday, May 8, 2025. No agenda items are listed; the posting serves only as a notice of postponement.

• Regular meeting postponed from May 1 to May 8, 2025

Library Board of Trustees

The Shorewood Public Library Board of Trustees Nominating Committee will meet to review applications for an upcoming Library Board vacancy. The committee may take action to recommend a candidate to the Joint Personnel & Library (JP&L) Committee. They will also review the process for upcoming officer elections.

• Review applications for upcoming Library Board vacancy
• Potential action: recommend candidate to JP&L for Library Board vacancy
• Review process for upcoming officer elections

The Nominating Committee reviewed applications for the Library Board vacancy and unanimously recommended one applicant, noting the candidate's budget experience. The recommendation will be sent to Village Clerk Toya Harrell for forwarding to the JP&L committee. The committee also outlined its role in preparing a slate of officers for the Board's June annual meeting.

• Unanimously recommended one applicant for Library Board vacancy (unanimous)
• Will forward recommendation to Village Clerk Toya Harrell for JP&L committee review
• Committee will prepare and present a slate of officers for the June meeting

Design Review Board

The Design Review Board will discuss proposed updates to the Village's Sign Code (Chapter 445). They will also consider approval of minutes from the February 27, 2025 meeting. No other action items are scheduled.

• Discussion of updating Village's Sign Code (Chapter 445)
• Approval of February 27, 2025 meeting minutes

The board approved the February 27, 2025 meeting minutes with a 6‑0 vote. Members discussed possible updates to the Village Sign Code but took no formal action, leaving further work for future meetings. The meeting was adjourned at 6:12 p.m. by a 4‑0 vote.

• Approved February 27, 2025 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Adjourned meeting (4-0)

Plan Commission

The Plan Commission is reviewing a petition to amend the zoning code to permit commercial kitchens in the P-1 Public and Semipublic District. The body will also discuss a proposed initiative to increase housing opportunities within the village.

• Petition by North Shore Presbyterian Church to allow commercial kitchens in the P-1 Public and Semipublic District
• Discussion of initiative to increase village housing opportunities
• Review of January 28, 2025 meeting minutes

The commission voted 5‑0 to approve the minutes from the January 28, 2025 meeting. Commissioners discussed a request to amend the zoning code to allow commercial kitchens in the P‑1 district, but no vote or decision was recorded. They also introduced a housing‑supply initiative, which remains under discussion with no formal action taken.

• Approved January 28, 2025 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Discussed commercial‑kitchen zoning amendment – no decision
• Discussed housing‑opportunity initiative – no decision

Village Board Standing Committee Meeting Notes

The Public Works Committee discussed pavement marking frequency for Capitol Drive pedestrian safety enhancements. Members had differing preferences (3/5 vs 5/7 year intervals) but reached consensus not to recommend a formal policy, continuing current practice with funding determined by Village Board budget and DPW recommendation. A WisDOT response on curb extensions and speed reduction is pending at the next meeting.

• Epoxy pavement marking cost projections for 5/7 versus 3/5 year intervals presented
• Committee consensus to continue current practice without formal policy recommendation
• Discussion of crossing guard presence at critical intersections such as Morris
• WisDOT response on curb extension and speed reduction request expected at next meeting

Village Board of Trustees

The Village Board and committees will discuss leasing approximately 1,680 square feet of vacated space in the Village Center lower-level. The board will also swear in two newly elected trustees and consider several municipal contracts.

• RFP for occupant of available space in Village Center Lower-Level
• Application for outdoor seating at Three Lions, 4515 N. Oakland Ave.
• Contract award for 2025 crack seal
• Contractor for Atwater Bluff native landscape management slope stability project
• Closed session to discuss prospective properties for the new DPW site

The board approved the consent agenda unanimously (5‑0). It sent the July 4th parade route back to the Committee and Business Relations (3‑2). The board awarded the 2025 crack seal maintenance contract to Thunder Road for $21,654 (5‑0) and approved Marek Landscaping to manage the Atwater Bluff native vegetation restoration, estimated at $93,400‑$103,000 (5‑0). The board also moved to a closed session to discuss prospective DPW site purchases (5‑0).

• Approved consent agenda (5-0)
• Remanded July 4th parade route to Committee and Business Relations (3-2)
• Awarded 2025 crack seal contract to Thunder Road for $21,654 (5-0)
• Approved Marek Landscaping for Atwater Bluff native vegetation restoration, estimated $93,400‑$103,000 (5-0)
• Moved to closed session to discuss DPW site purchase (5-0)

Village Board Standing Committee Meeting Notes

The Strategic Initiatives Committee voted 3-0 to recommend that the Village Board approve an RFP occupant for available space in the Village Center lower level. The item now moves to the full Village Board for a decision.

• Approved a motion to recommend approval of an RFP occupant for available space in the Village Center lower level

Police Commission

The Police Commission will hold a closed session to interview police officer candidates and discuss adding them to the current eligibility list. After closed session, the commission may reconvene in open session to take action on matters discussed. No other business is on the agenda.

• Closed session interview of police officer candidates
• Discussion of adding candidates to the eligibility list for police officer position
• Potential open-session action on closed-session matters

The commission voted unanimously to enter a closed session to discuss employment matters. After the closed session, they reconvened in open session and unanimously approved placing Nydia Navarro on the police department eligibility list. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously.

• Closed session approved unanimously (motion by Lipo‑Zovic, seconded by McKnight)
• Reopened session approved unanimously (motion by Lipo‑Zovic, seconded by McKnight)
• Candidate Nydia Navarro placed on eligibility list approved unanimously (motion by President Cole, seconded by Moore)
• Meeting adjourned unanimously (motion by Lipo‑Zovic, seconded by McKnight)

Library Board of Trustees

The Shorewood Public Library Board of Trustees Nominating Committee will review applications for an upcoming board vacancy. The committee may recommend a candidate to the JP&L.

• Review of applications for Library Board vacancy
• Potential recommendation of a candidate to JP&L

The Board approved the agenda, the March 12, 2025 minutes, and accounts payable reports by a unanimous 5‑0 vote. It also voted unanimously (5‑0) to close the library on Easter Sunday, April 20, 2025, correcting an earlier clerical omission. The Nominating Committee reported it will not forward any trustee applications at this time. The Board noted it will examine future closures for other religious holidays and reminded trustees of the upcoming June officer election.

• Approved agenda, March 12 minutes, and accounts payable (5-0)
• Approved library closure on Easter Sunday, April 20, 2025 (5-0)
• Nominating Committee chose not to forward any trustee applications (no recommendation)

Board of Appeals

The Shorewood Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing to consider a variance request from the property owner at 4225 N. Morris Blvd. to place an air conditioning condenser in the side yard setback, which is prohibited under Village Code. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and a legal review of board standards.

• Request for variance of Village Code 535-19 F(4)[1] to allow an AC condenser in the side yard setback at 4225 N. Morris Blvd.
• Approval of minutes from March 11, 2025 meeting
• Attorney review of standards governing the Board of Appeals

The Board approved the March 11, 2025 meeting minutes unanimously. It then granted a variance of Village Code 535‑19 F(4) to allow an air‑conditioning condenser in the side‑yard setback of 4225 N. Morris Blvd., with a 4‑1 roll‑call vote. The motion was moved by Chair Wendy Smith and seconded by Scott Waligora.

• Approved March 11, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Granted variance for air‑conditioning condenser at 4225 N. Morris Blvd. (4‑1 roll‑call vote)

Parks and Public Spaces Committee

The Pedestrian and Bicycle Safety Subcommittee of the Parks and Public Spaces Committee is holding a meeting for discussion only. No votes or decisions will be taken. The agenda is procedural, noting a possible quorum of the full committee may be present.

• No specific agenda items; meeting is for discussion only

Parks and Public Spaces Committee

The Parks and Public Spaces Committee will consider approval of March meeting minutes and receive staff updates. The main action item is discussion and possible action on subcommittee initiative forms, which include proposals for Atwater Park hardscape/pathway improvements and converting Lake Bluff Elementary tennis courts to shared pickleball courts. The committee will also receive updates on parks, pedestrian and bicycle safety, and other public spaces.

• Consider approval of March 11, 2025 meeting minutes
• Discussion and possible action on subcommittee initiative forms (Atwater Park Hardscape and Pathway concept plan, Lake Bluff pickleball court conversion)
• Parks updates, including Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan status
• Pedestrian and Bicycle Safety subcommittee updates (Chapter 207, Oak Leaf Trail signage, Complete Streets policy)
• Other public spaces updates and future agenda items

The Parks and Public Spaces Committee approved the March 11 meeting minutes with an 8‑0 vote. No other substantive actions were taken; the committee discussed updates and future agenda items. The meeting was adjourned with an 8‑0 vote.

• Approved March 11 meeting minutes (8-0)
• Adjourned meeting (8-0)

Village Board Standing Committee Meeting Notes

The Committee reviewed a proposed pavement marking policy for Capitol Drive and other areas. Members and the Village Manager discussed the cost of increasing marking frequency, which would raise annual costs from $25,000 to over $100,000. The Committee decided to proceed with the budgeted 2025 paint-only program.

• Discussion of pavement marking costs increasing from $25,000 to over $100,000 annually
• Decision to move forward with the budgeted 2025 paint-only pavement marking program
• Review of epoxy marking frequencies for Capitol Drive (every three years) and other areas (every five years)

Village Board of Trustees

The Village Board and its committees will meet to discuss a proposed pavement marking policy for Capitol Drive as part of pedestrian safety improvements, with a projected 10-year average annual cost of $100,344. Other items include a pilot block party permit for Trick-or-Treat on N. Morris, a request for proposals for lead service line and water main replacement, an ordinance to regulate electric scooter rentals, and a fee schedule amendment for online permits. The board will also hold a closed session to evaluate the village manager.

• Public Works Committee to consider draft Policy #50 on pavement markings, with estimated $100,344 average annual cost over 10 years
• Community & Business Relations Committee to consider accepting pilot block party permit for N. Morris roadway closure for Trick-or-Treat 2025
• Village Board to consider RFP for Lead Service Line Plan, Water Main Evaluation, Schedule for Replacement and Financing
• Village Board to consider Ordinance 3072 creating regulations for electric scooter operations and short-term commercial rentals
• Village Board to consider Resolution 2025-05 amending the Village Fee Schedule to include an online permit fee

The board unanimously approved the request for proposals to develop a lead service line plan, evaluate water mains, schedule replacements, and secure financing. It also approved an online permit fee of $3 and adopted a mobile parking payment system, while deferring scooter‑related ordinance and pilot program to April 2026. All motions passed with either unanimous or recorded roll‑call votes.

• Approved RFP for Lead Service Line Plan, Water Main Evaluation, Replacement Schedule (unanimous)
• Approved utility superintendent job description updates (unanimous)
• Approved RFP for mobile parking payment system (unanimous)
• Deferred Ordinance 3072 on electric scooters and short‑term rentals to April 2026 (4‑1)
• Deferred Resolution 2025‑04 pilot program for commercial electric scooters to April 2026 (4‑1)
• Approved Resolution 2025‑05 adding $3 online permit fee (5‑0)
• Approved proclamation honoring Trustee Jerry Lynn (unanimous)
• Moved to closed session to discuss village manager performance evaluation (5‑0)

Village Board Standing Committee Meeting Notes

The Community and Business Relations Committee recommended a pilot block party permit for a roadway closure on N. Morris for Trick or Treat 2025. The committee also directed staff to send the July 4th parade route to the Village Board, supporting the shortened route used last year. Both items require Village Board approval.

• Pilot block party permit for N. Morris roadway closure during 2025 Trick or Treat, recommended 2-0
• July 4th parade route: Police opposed longer route; committee supports maintaining shortened route from 2024
• Shuttle from Harbor Chase to Atwater School and Park proposed for parade patrons

Elder Services Advisory Board

The Elder Services Advisory Board will hold a regular meeting with reports from the chairperson, subcommittees, and the Senior Resource Center director. Key discussion items include updates on the Age-Friendly Community and Shorewood Connects initiatives, as well as a long-term planning discussion for senior services. No formal votes or action items are listed beyond approving prior meeting minutes.

• Approval of minutes from March 6, 2025
• Chairperson report on board activities
• Age-Friendly Community Subcommittee reports
• Shorewood Connects Initiatives updates
• Senior Services Long-Term Planning Discussion

The Elder Services Advisory Board unanimously approved the minutes from February 9, 2025. The meeting was then adjourned by a 4‑0 vote. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved February 9, 2025 minutes (4‑0)
• Adjourned meeting (4‑0)

Conservation Committee

The Conservation Committee will meet to discuss upcoming community events and educational materials. The body is reviewing a 'How To' guide for the Film Fest and planning 'mini events' for Pollinator Palooza.

• Discussion of Film Fest 'How To' Guide
• Planning for Pollinator Palooza 'Mini Events'
• Review of upcoming Village Manager’s Memo articles

The committee voted 7‑0 to approve the February 6 meeting minutes. A second 7‑0 vote adjourned the April 3 meeting. No other formal actions were taken.

• Approved February 6 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Adjourned meeting (7-0)

Public Art Committee

The Shorewood Public Art Committee will consider and possibly act on artist submissions for the Village Hall Gallery Art program and on special programming requests for the Ghost Train. The committee will also approve the March 5 meeting minutes and discuss other old or new business.

• Discussion and possible action on Village Hall Gallery Art program artist submissions (including works by Ann Winschel and May Klisch)
• Discussion and possible action regarding Ghost Train special programming requests (e.g., lighting for causes, using Light the Hoan framework as a starting point)
• Consideration of potential charges for Ghost Train use based on duration (from prior discussion)
• Approval of March 5 meeting minutes

The committee unanimously approved the March 5 meeting minutes. It also approved all six pieces submitted for the Spring Village Hall Gallery program. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved March 5 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved six Spring art pieces for Village Hall Gallery (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

Library Board of Trustees

The Shorewood Public Library Board of Trustees Nominating Committee will meet to review applications for an upcoming Library Board vacancy and may recommend a candidate to the JP&L committee for appointment. This is a procedural meeting focused on filling a board seat.

• Review applications for the upcoming Library Board vacancy
• Potential action: recommend candidate to JP&L for the vacancy

Conservation Committee

The Conservation Committee will meet to discuss the development of a 'How To' guide for the Film Fest and the planning of 'Mini Events' for Pollinator Palooza. The body will also review reports from subcommittees and staff updates.

• Film Fest “How To” Guide discussion
• Pollinator Palooza “Mini Events” discussion
• Approval of February 6 meeting minutes

Village Board Standing Committee Meeting Notes

The Community and Business Relations Committee voted 3-0 to recommend that the Village Board approve an ordinance amendment and one-year pilot program allowing commercial e-scooters in Shorewood. The committee also voted to recommend accepting a grant/donation from the Conservation Committee for a rebate program and a separate donation for community recycling education. Details such as fleet size, geofencing (including Atwater Park and school property), and enforcement remain under discussion.

• Recommended ordinance amendment to allow commercial e-scooters with a $100 per-scooter annual operator fee
• Geofencing proposed to prohibit e-scooters at Atwater Park and school property
• Committee voted 3-0 to recommend Village Board accept Conservation Committee rebate program grant
• Committee voted 3-0 to recommend accepting one-time donation for recycling education insert in Shorewood Today
• Discussion on enforcement limitations; Police Department resources not expected to be deployed for e-scooter violations

Village Board of Trustees

The Village Board and committees will discuss infrastructure updates, including a new streetlight operations charge and pedestrian safety on Capitol Drive. Other business includes a potential mobile parking payment system and a pilot program for commercial e-scooters.

• Ordinance 3071: Creating an annual streetlight operations special charge
• Capitol Drive pedestrian improvements: consideration of roadway modification (bumpout)
• Proposed pilot program and ordinance amendment for commercial e-scooters
• RFP for a mobile parking payment system
• Service agreement with Lakefront Lifeguard Services LLC for 2025 Atwater Beach services

The Village Board approved a curb extension at East Capitol Drive and North Morris Boulevard, created an annual streetlight operations special charge, and appointed US Bank Trust Company as fiscal agent. They also approved a $1,400 donation for community recycling education and declined additional funding for a second speed table.

• Approved curb extension at Capitol Drive and Morris Blvd (6-1, McKaig abstained)
• Approved Ordinance 3071 creating annual streetlight special charge (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 2025-03 appointing US Bank Trust as fiscal agent (7-0)
• Approved $1,400 donation for Conservation Committee recycling education (7-0)
• Declined additional funding for second speed table on Morris/Menlo Blvd

Village Board Standing Committee Meeting Notes

The Budget & Finance Committee approved an RFP for a mobile parking payment system, aiming for implementation by January 2026, and reviewed the 2024 budget, noting significant DPW overruns due to a staffing error and a $153,000 positive variance in parking fines. The Judiciary Personnel Committee approved three Conservation Committee volunteers and created a new Utility Superintendent position with updated job descriptions for DPW leadership.

• RFP for mobile parking payment system on Capitol Drive, Lake Drive, Oakland Avenue approved; contract expected by June 2025
• 2024 budget review: DPW had $63,000 in insurance reimbursements and a staffing error that caused negative variances across sub-departments
• Parking fines generated $153,000 more than budgeted due to increased enforcement by CSOs
• TID 3 developer subsidy rose from $288,000 to $639,000 between 2023 and 2024 per payout agreement
• New Utility Superintendent position created to manage 6 utility staff, with DPW Superintendent overseeing 13 public works employees

Village Board Standing Committee Meeting Notes

The Public Works Committee discussed pavement marking policy as part of the Capitol Drive pedestrian safety enhancements initiative. The committee reached a consensus on the re-marking cycles for painted and epoxy markings. Director Butschlick will provide cost projections at the next meeting.

• Non-arterial roadways with paint to be marked every other year
• Capitol Drive epoxy markings to be re-marked on a three-year cycle
• Remaining epoxy markings to be re-marked on a five-year cycle

Library Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will meet to review library statistics, policies, and reports from the Assistant Director. The meeting includes information on board appointments and composition.

• Review of library statistics
• Assistant Director’s Report
• Shorewood Library Policies and Updates
• Nominating Committee information
• Trustee Essentials 18: Board Appointments & Composition

Parks and Public Spaces Committee

The Pedestrian and Bicycle Safety Subcommittee of the Parks and Public Spaces Committee is holding a meeting on March 11, 2025, from 5:00 to 6:00 PM at the Spector Conference Room. The agenda is a notice of possible quorum for discussion only; no action will be taken by the committee. Public questions may be submitted by noon on the meeting date to Chris Anderson.

• Subcommittee discussion on pedestrian and bicycle safety
• Meeting location: Spector Conference Room, 3920 N. Murray Ave.
• No action will be taken; discussion only
• Public can submit questions to Chris Anderson by noon on meeting date

Parks and Public Spaces Committee

The Parks and Public Spaces Committee will discuss and receive an update on the draft Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan, which includes revised sections and community feedback from multiple meetings. The committee will also review minutes, receive staff updates, and discuss parks, pedestrian/bicycle safety, and other public spaces issues. No formal action is requested on the recreation plan at this meeting.

• Update and discussion of the Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan draft, including sections 1-6 substantially complete
• Staff liaison updates on upcoming streetlight replacement plan meeting (Phase 1, Northwest corner)
• Pedestrian and bicycle safety updates, including potential walk audits and wayfinding between parks
• Parks updates, including landscaping ideas for Atwater Site Circulation plan
• Discussion of future agenda items

The Parks and Public Spaces Committee approved the February meeting minutes and discussed updates to the Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan, including a resident's comment about dogs on Atwater Beach. The committee also reviewed pedestrian and bicycle safety initiatives, with the Complete Streets policy set to go to the Village Board on March 17. No formal decisions were made on these items; the meeting was primarily informational and planning-focused.

• Approved February 11 meeting minutes (10-0)
• Scheduled subcommittee meeting to discuss additional edits to the Parks Plan
• Discussed dog access on Atwater Beach as a comment to the Parks Plan update
• Noted Complete Streets policy to be taken to Village Board on March 17
• Discussed future agenda items including commercial scooters and initiative submissions

Board of Appeals

The Board of Appeals will consider three residential variance requests regarding setbacks, lot coverage, and a driveway gate. The board will also review findings from the Design Review Board concerning a multi-family redevelopment project on E. Capitol Drive.

• Variance request for a 6’ high driveway gate at 3926 N. Lake Drive
• Variance request for maximum lot coverage at 2312 E. Lake Bluff Blvd.
• Variance request for setbacks at 4144 N. Morris Blvd.
• Review of design elements for multi-family redevelopment at 2418, 2420, 2428 E. Capitol Drive

The Board of Appeals granted a variance to allow a 6-foot-high driveway gate in the front setback at 3926 N. Lake Drive, despite the village code's 4-foot limit. The board also approved a lot coverage variance for a sunroom addition at 2312 E. Lake Bluff Blvd (4-0) and a rear yard setback variance for a garage at 4144 N. Morris Blvd (5-0), but denied a side setback variance for the same property (0-5). The board found the Design Review Board's findings adequate for the Capitol Drive redevelopment (4-1).

• Granted variance for 6ft driveway gate at 3926 N. Lake Drive (3-2)
• Granted lot coverage variance for sunroom at 2312 E. Lake Bluff Blvd (4-0, Toutenhoofd abstained)
• Granted rear yard setback variance for garage at 4144 N. Morris Blvd (5-0)
• Denied side setback variance for garage at 4144 N. Morris Blvd (0-5)
• Found Design Review Board records adequate for Capitol Drive redevelopment (4-1, Isaacson abstained)
• Approved January 14, 2025 minutes (unanimous)

Village Board Standing Committee Meeting Notes

This is a procedural roundtable meeting of volunteer committee chairs to discuss workplans, initiatives, and task assignments from Policy 49, as well as the annual appointment process. No formal action is expected.

• Review of Policy 49 workplans, initiatives and task assignments adopted December 16, 2024
• Review of the annual appointment process by Clerk Harrell
• Updates from 15 committees including Board of Appeals, Plan Commission, and Police Commission

Community Development Authority

The Community Development Authority will meet to review minutes from the January 31, 2025 meeting and hear a presentation regarding the River Trail Commons Development.

• Presentation on River Trail Commons Development by Nola J. Hitchock Cross

The Community Development Authority met and heard a presentation from Nola J. Hitchcock Cross about co-housing and her River Trail Commons project in Milwaukee. Members discussed how co-housing might increase affordable housing in Shorewood, including potential use of Village-owned land if the DPW facility is relocated. No formal decisions were made beyond approving the previous meeting's minutes.

• Approved January 31, 2025 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Heard presentation on co-housing and River Trail Commons (no action taken)

Conservation Committee

This agenda is solely a notice of postponement; the regularly scheduled Conservation Committee meeting of March 6, 2025 has been moved to March 20, 2025. No decisions or discussions are on the agenda.

Elder Services Advisory Board

The Elder Services Advisory Board will meet to discuss and possibly approve a reimbursement request from the William Benjamin Fund for final eligible expenditures related to the Senior Resource Center. The agenda also includes reports on age-friendly community initiatives, Shorewood Connects updates, and long-term planning for senior services.

• Consider reimbursement request from the William Benjamin Fund for SRC 2024 final eligible expenditures
• Age-Friendly Community Subcommittee reports
• Shorewood Connects initiatives updates
• Senior Resource Center Director report
• Senior Services Long-Term Planning discussion

The Elder Services Advisory Board discussed several proposals but made no formal decisions. They expressed support for banning scooters in parks except at Spector Field, and for redesigning access walks there. They also discussed concerns about digital-only parking meters on Oakland Avenue and the 4th of July parade route. The board approved the February 9, 2025 minutes unanimously.

• Approved minutes of February 9, 2025 (5-0)
• Discussed parking meters on Oakland Avenue, no action taken
• Discussed scooter proposal, expressed support for banning in parks except Spector Field
• Discussed 4th of July parade route, no formal action
• Adjourned meeting (6-0)

Public Art Committee

The Public Art Committee will discuss special programming requests for the Ghost Train and receive an update on its status. The committee will also consider approval of the February 5 and February 21 meeting minutes.

• Discussion and possible action regarding Ghost Train special programming requests
• Discussion of status of the Ghost Train
• Consider approval of February 5 and February 21 meeting minutes

The Public Art Committee discussed how to handle requests to illuminate the Ghost Train for causes, agreeing to use Light the Hoan's framework as a starting point. No formal decision was made on the requests themselves. The committee also reviewed the train's status and discussed upcoming appointments and gallery submissions.

• Approved February 5 and February 21 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Discussed Ghost Train lighting requests, no formal action taken
• Agreed to use Light the Hoan's framework for future lighting requests
• Adjourned meeting (4-0)

Village Board Standing Committee Meeting Notes

The Community and Business Relations Committee discussed introducing commercial e-scooters and reintroducing bike share. The committee also reviewed a proposal for a resident rebate program to replace gas leaf blowers with electric models.

• Direction to develop an ordinance and terms for a commercial e-scooter pilot program
• Discussion of reintroducing Bublr bike share and associated operational costs
• Proposal for a Conservation Committee rebate program for electric leaf blowers funded by the Shorewood Foundation

Village Board of Trustees

The Public Works Committee will consider recommending a curb extension (bumpout) at Capitol Drive and Morris Boulevard to WisDOT, with a $15,000 engineering submittal. The Community and Business Relations Committee discusses allowing commercial e-scooter and bicycle rentals. The Strategic Initiatives Committee considers alternative revenue for the Village Center lower level. The Village Board will vote on the Shorewood Pedestrian and Bicycle Master Plan and numerous consent items including special event permits and outdoor seating for local businesses.

• Capitol Drive bumpout at Morris Blvd. – $15,000 engineering submittal to WisDOT
• Discussion of commercial e-scooter and bicycle rental in Shorewood
• Alternative revenue sources for Village Center lower level
• Approval of Shorewood Pedestrian and Bicycle Master Plan
• Consent agenda: Three Lions Pub permit for Shorewood Shenanigans and outdoor seating permits for 11 businesses on Oakland Ave.

The Shorewood Village Board approved a $59,260 professional services agreement with City Water for the Oakland Meter Vault Replacement Project. Trustees also approved a $19,000 test fit of the Public Works site (4-1) and adopted the Pedestrian and Bicycle Master Plan. All other agenda items were approved via the consent agenda.

• Approved $59,260 engineering services agreement with City Water for Oakland Meter Vault Replacement (5-0)
• Approved $19,000 test fit of Public Works site with EUA (4-1, Stokebrand opposed)
• Approved Shorewood Pedestrian and Bicycle Master Plan as drafted (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda (5-0)

Village Board Standing Committee Meeting Notes

The Public Works Committee voted 3-0 to recommend a green infrastructure curb extension (bumpout) at the northeast corner of Capitol and Morris to the Village Board. The committee also discussed pavement marking policy but continued that discussion to a future meeting. Overhead signage at Capitol Drive was not pursued at this time.

• Motion passed to recommend a green infrastructure bumpout at Capitol and Morris to the Village Board
• Engineering cost for WisDOT data submittal estimated at $15,000
• Overhead signage at Capitol Drive not pursued
• Pavement marking policy discussion continued to next meeting
• Public comment included support for bumpout and long-term lane reduction goals

Village Board Standing Committee Meeting Notes

The Strategic Initiatives Committee discussed how to utilize and generate revenue from the lower level of the Village Center. The committee considered options including non-profit use, pop-up businesses, and a winter farmer's market. They decided to request a Request for Proposals (RFP) from the Village Manager.

• Recommendation for Village Manager to issue an RFP for the Village Center lower level space
• Discussion of potential use by the Senior Resource Center for a future Benjamin Center
• Proposal to open space to for-profit and non-profit opportunities
• Review of RFP results scheduled for mid-April

Village Board Standing Committee Meeting Notes

The Public Works Committee voted 3-0 to recommend a green infrastructure bumpout at the northeast corner of Capitol and Morris, with engineering costs estimated at $15,000. The committee also discussed pavement marking policy elements but deferred further discussion to its next meeting.

• Recommended a green infrastructure bumpout at Capitol and Morris for pedestrian safety
• Estimated $15,000 for engineering to submit data to WisDOT for the curb extension request
• Motion passed 3-0; overhead signage not pursued at this time
• Public comment in support of the bumpout and long-term lane reduction
• Consensus to continue pavement marking policy discussion at next meeting

Design Review Board

The Design Review Board will consider a front yard patio application at 4425 N. Lake Drive and reintroduce discussion on updating the Village's Sign Code (Chapter 445). They will also approve meeting minutes from February 13, 2025.

• Approval of February 13, 2025 meeting minutes
• Consideration of front yard patio at 4425 N. Lake Drive
• Reintroduction to Sign Code (Chapter 445) update discussion

The Shorewood Design Review Board approved a front yard patio application for 4425 N. Lake Drive, with a 4-0 vote. The board also approved the February 13, 2025 meeting minutes. A discussion on updating the Village's Sign Code was held, but no formal action was taken.

• Approved front yard patio at 4425 N. Lake Drive (4-0)
• Approved February 13, 2025 meeting minutes (4-0)

Library Board of Trustees

The Shorewood Public Library Board of Trustees will meet to review library statistics and reports. The board is scheduled to take action on the 2024 Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction Annual Report and System Effectiveness Statement.

• Action on 2024 Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction Annual Report and System Effectiveness Statement
• Information on public printer upgrades
• Information on Lawrence A. Lange Wells Fargo Revocable Trust Final Disbursement
• Closed session to discuss employee leave of absence, compensation, and performance

Public Art Committee

The Shorewood Public Art Committee will hold a special meeting to discuss and possibly take action on a potential partnership related to the Ghost Train project. No other substantive items are on the agenda.

• Discussion and possible action regarding a potential Ghost Train partnership

The Shorewood Public Art Committee approved a no-cost initial assessment of the Ghost Train by Light the Hoan engineers, with a 4-0 vote. The committee raised questions about community involvement, social media's role, and post-funding sustainability, but moved forward with the assessment. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved Light the Hoan engineers' assessment of Ghost Train (4-0)

Village Board of Trustees

The Village Board and its committees will hold meetings on February 17, 2025, covering public works, judiciary, and budget items. The Board will consider consent agenda items including a loading zone denial and a new secondhand dealer license, plus new business such as the Fourth of July parade route, a contract for the 2025 ash removal program, allocation of TID extension funds for a land trust property, updates on parking lot proposals, and 2025 initiatives. A closed session is scheduled to discuss a prospective DPW site.

• Consider approval of Atwater Park Bluff Native Vegetation Restoration and Management for Slope Stability RFQ
• Consider appointments to the Board of Appeals Committee (Kevin Mathews, James Robinson, Scott Waligora)
• Consider denial of Special Privilege Approval for a loading zone at 3530 N. Oakland Ave. for Jersey Mike's
• Consider award of contract for 2025 ash removal program
• Consider allocation of TID extension funds for land trust property

The Village Board denied a special privilege application for a loading zone at 3530 N. Oakland Ave. for Jersey Mike's (5-1), removed the Frederick parking lot from development consideration (5-1), and awarded a $40,950 ash removal contract to Cut and Go Tree LLC. The Fourth of July parade route was sent back to committee for further review, and the TID extension fund for land trust property was tabled until January 2026.

• Denied special privilege loading zone for Jersey Mike's at 3530 N. Oakland Ave. (5-1)
• Removed Frederick parking lot from development proposals (5-1)
• Awarded $40,950 ash removal contract to Cut and Go Tree LLC (unanimous)
• Tabled TID extension fund for land trust property until January 2026 (5-1)
• Sent Fourth of July parade route back to community and business committee (unanimous)
• Approved 2025 initiatives (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda with item 5d removed (unanimous)
• Approved closed session to discuss DPW site properties (6-0)

Village Board Standing Committee Meeting Notes

The Judiciary, Personal, & Licensing Committee met to review applicants for the Board of Appeals Committee. The committee voted to refer three candidates to the full Village Board for final consideration.

• Recommendation of three applicants to fill Board of Appeals vacancies

Design Review Board

The Design Review Board will consider three residential exterior modification applications, including a dormer installation and two window modifications. The board will also discuss its 2024 annual report and future initiatives. No fiscal actions are on the agenda.

• Further consideration of dormer installation (east elevation) at 1410 E. Lake Bluff Blvd
• Consideration of window modification at 4529 N. Marlborough Drive
• Consideration of window modifications (rear elevation) at 4451 N. Ardmore Avenue
• Discussion of 2024 Design Review Board Annual Report and Future Initiatives
• Approval of January 23, 2025 meeting minutes

The Shorewood Design Review Board approved all three residential applications on its agenda, each with conditions, and also approved the 2024 Annual Report and Future Initiatives. The board approved a dormer addition at 1410 E. Lake Bluff Blvd., a window modification at 4529 N. Marlborough Dr. (with siding feathering), and window modifications at 4451 N. Ardmore Ave. (with new siding and corner boards). The annual report and future initiatives, including a sign code update and possible accessory dwelling unit allowance, were also approved.

• Approved dormer addition at 1410 E. Lake Bluff Blvd. (6-0)
• Approved window modification at 4529 N. Marlborough Dr., conditioned on siding feathering (6-0)
• Approved window modifications at 4451 N. Ardmore Ave., with new siding and corner boards (6-0)
• Approved 2024 Annual Report and Future Initiatives (6-0)

Library Board of Trustees

The Library Board will consider approving the 2024 Wisconsin DPI Annual Report and System Effectiveness Statement, and discuss the Director's report, public printer upgrades, and a trust disbursement. The board may also enter closed session under state law to discuss an employee leave of absence.

• Action on 2024 Wisconsin DPI Annual Report and System Effectiveness Statement
• Possible closed session for leave of absence discussion under sec. 19.85(1)(c)
• Information on public printer upgrades
• Information on Lawrence A. Lange Wells Fargo Revocable Trust final disbursement
• Consent agenda approval of January 8, 2024 meeting minutes and accounts payable reports

Board of Appeals

The Shorewood Board of Appeals will consider a variance request for maximum lot coverage at 2312 E. Lake Bluff Blvd. They will also review a finding by the Design Review Board that previously approved design elements for the multi-family redevelopment at 2418-2428 E. Capitol Drive would not cause substantial depreciation. The meeting includes approval of prior minutes and a legal standards review.

• Variance request for Village Code 535-19 E(5) regarding maximum lot coverage at 2312 E. Lake Bluff Blvd.
• Review of Design Review Board finding on multi-family redevelopment at 2418-2428 E. Capitol Drive.
• Approval of minutes from December 10, 2024.
• Attorney review of standards governing the Board of Appeals.

Parks and Public Spaces Committee

The Parks and Public Spaces Committee will consider approving January meeting minutes and discuss the final draft of the Pedestrian & Bicycle Master Plan, with a possible recommendation to the Village Board. They will also hear staff updates on parks, pedestrian and bicycle safety, and other public spaces, and discuss annual report submissions and 2025-2026 committee initiatives.

• Consider approval of January 14, 2025 meeting minutes
• Discuss final draft of Pedestrian & Bicycle Master Plan and possible recommendation to Village Board
• Discussion of annual report submissions and 2025-2026 committee initiatives
• Parks updates
• Pedestrian and Bicycle Safety updates

The Parks and Public Spaces Committee voted 11-0 to recommend the draft Pedestrian and Bicycle Safety Master Plan and the draft complete streets policy to the Village Board, subject to revisions discussed. The committee also approved the January 14 meeting minutes 9-0. No other substantive decisions were made; remaining items were informational updates.

• Recommended draft Pedestrian and Bicycle Safety Master Plan to Village Board (11-0)
• Recommended draft complete streets policy to Village Board (11-0)
• Approved January 14 meeting minutes (9-0)

Parks and Public Spaces Committee

This is a notice of a possible quorum of the Parks and Public Spaces Committee for discussion only; no action will be taken. The meeting will focus on two ongoing plan updates: the Pedestrian and Bicycle Master Plan and the Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan.

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

Conservation Committee

The committee will meet to discuss plans for the 2026 Pollinator Palooza and the Film Fest. The agenda also includes a presentation from the Plastic Free Project.

• Presentation by Kae DonLevy regarding the Plastic Free Project
• Discussion of the 2026 Pollinator Palooza plan
• Discussion of the Film Fest

The Conservation Committee approved the January 2 meeting minutes (6-0) and heard community concerns about litter hotspots, including the BP station on Capitol Dr. Kae DonLevy presented a Plastic Free Project idea for a Shark Tank event, and the committee was asked for feedback. Subcommittees reported progress on a tall grass ordinance proposal, a grant for electric leaf blower rebates, and other projects. No formal decisions were made beyond the minutes approval.

• Approved January 2 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Discussed litter concerns and clean-up ideas, no action taken
• Heard Plastic Free Project presentation, feedback requested
• Noted biodiversity group's tall grass ordinance proposal in progress
• Noted grant submitted to Shorewood Foundation for leaf blower rebates
• Discussed Pollinator Palooza 2026 plans, no decision
• Discussed Film Fest status and improvements, no decision

Elder Services Advisory Board

The Elder Services Advisory Board will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes, receive reports from the chairperson, Age-Friendly Community subcommittees, Shorewood Connects initiatives, Senior Resource Center director, and Health Department. The board will also discuss long-term planning for senior services. The agenda is largely procedural with no specific decisions or proposals listed.

• Approval of January 9, 2025 meeting minutes
• Reports from Age-Friendly Community Subcommittees
• Updates on Shorewood Connects initiatives
• Senior Resource Center Director report
• Discussion on Senior Services Long-Term Planning

The Elder Services Advisory Board approved submitting the Age-Friendly Plan update and the Benjamin Center Initiative form to the Village Board, both by unanimous 6-0 votes. Members also discussed the Senior Services Sustainability Initiative and agreed its goals would be addressed in the Age-Friendly plan update. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included reports and updates on programs and services.

• Approved minutes of January 9, 2025 (6-0)
• Approved submitting Benjamin Center Initiative form with changes (6-0)
• Approved submitting Age-Friendly Plan update to Village Board (6-0)
• Agreed sustainability initiative goals to be addressed in Age-Friendly plan update

Public Art Committee

The committee will consider approving the January meeting minutes and discuss the status of the Ghost Train public art piece, including repair progress. They will also begin planning initiatives for 2026. No final decisions are expected on these discussion items.

• Approval of January 8 meeting minutes
• Discussion of Ghost Train status and repair updates
• Discussion of Committee Initiatives for 2026

The Shorewood Public Art Committee discussed a proposal from Light the Hoan to support the Ghost Train art installation, including a technical assessment, social media strategy, and long-term plan. No formal action was taken; the committee will review the proposal and ask questions at a special meeting on February 21. The committee also approved the January 8 meeting minutes and discussed 2026 initiative deadlines.

• Approved January 8 meeting minutes (3-0, one abstention)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)
• Scheduled special meeting for February 21 to discuss Ghost Train proposal

Village Board of Trustees

The Village Board will consider authorizing the sale of general obligation promissory notes and reimbursing expenditures from borrowing. Committees will also discuss parking meter feasibility, pedestrian safety on Capitol Drive, and a business license for School Street Studios.

• Resolution 2025-01: Sale of General Obligation Promissory Notes, Series 2025A not to exceed $9,235,000
• Review of Capitol Drive pedestrian safety enhancements initiative
• Parking meter analysis and potential RFP for business district paid parking
• Secondhand Article Dealer License for School Street Studios, LLC (4050 N Oakland Ave)
• Crossing Guard Services Request for Proposal (RFP)

The Village Board unanimously approved two resolutions authorizing the sale of up to $9,235,000 in general obligation promissory notes and declaring intent to reimburse expenditures from bond proceeds. The board also approved the consent agenda and recommended approval of a test fit concept scope for the Public Works site, all by 7-0 votes. No public hearings or citizen comments were held.

• Approved Resolution 2025-01 authorizing sale of up to $9,235,000 GO promissory notes (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 2025-02 declaring intent to reimburse expenditures from borrowing (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda (7-0)
• Recommended approval of test fit concept scope for Public Works site (7-0)

Village Board Standing Committee Meeting Notes

The Budget & Finance Committee voted unanimously to issue a Request for Proposals (RFP) for digital parking meters in Shorewood's business district. The RFP will cover Oakland Avenue, adjacent streets, village-owned lots, roads near Atwater Beach during summer, and Edgewood. The move aims to replace outdated physical meters with digital systems and create a new revenue source.

• Unanimous vote to commission RFP for digital meter parking in business district
• Areas include Oakland Ave, adjacent streets, village-owned lots, and roads near Atwater Beach (summer) and Edgewood
• Discussion of digital enforcement, parking 'creep' mitigation, and public engagement
• RFP to include potential revenue estimates and operational impact

Village Board Standing Committee Meeting Notes

The Community and Business Relations Committee discussed the July 4th parade route, preferring Oakland Avenue from Kensington to River Park, but police and public works noted concerns about a longer route. The committee deferred a decision on closing N. Morris roadway for Trick-or-Treat to seek resident input, and recommended approval of the 2025 initiatives packet to the Village Board.

• Deferred N. Morris roadway closure for Trick-or-Treat (motion carried)
• Preferred July 4th parade route on Oakland Avenue from Kensington to River Park
• Recommended 2025 initiatives for Village Board approval
• Noted ordinance amendment required for block party closure
• Police and public works cited challenges with longer parade route

Village Board Standing Committee Meeting Notes

The Judiciary, Personal, & Licensing Committee met to review a license application for a secondhand article dealer. The committee voted unanimously to move the application forward to the full Village Board for final consideration.

• Secondhand Article Dealer License for School Street Studios at 4050 N. Oakland Avenue Unit 207 and 209

Community Development Authority

The Community Development Authority will receive an update on Village-owned parking lot redevelopment proposals and consider whether to maintain or remove 3900 N. Frederick Avenue from the RFP. The board will also provide a recommendation on allocating TID extension funds, totaling $2.1 million for affordable housing, to a land trust property. No action was taken on the parking lot or land trust at this meeting.

• Consider maintaining or removing 3900 N. Frederick Avenue from the parking lot redevelopment RFP
• Update on developer intent to submit a Phase I Public Assistance Application for a 19-unit affordable housing project at 4448-50 N. Oakland Avenue
• Recommendation on allocation of TID extension funds ($2.1M) for a land trust property
• Discussion of aligning Village RFP timeline with WHEDA tax credit application requirements

The Community Development Authority voted 4-3 to recommend that the Village Board pursue a community land trust property and allocate TID 1 extension funds for that purpose. A motion to recommend removing the 3900 N. Frederick Avenue site from the Village-owned parking lot redevelopment RFP failed 2-5, so the site remains an option. The CDA also approved the November 22, 2024 meeting minutes (6-0) and adjourned (7-0).

• Approved November 22, 2024 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Motion to recommend removing 3900 N. Frederick Ave from parking lot RFP failed (2-5)
• Recommended Village Board pursue land trust property with TID 1 extension funds (4-3)

Plan Commission

The Shorewood Plan Commission will meet on January 28, 2025, to discuss and possibly approve the 2024 annual report and future initiatives. The meeting is procedural with no major decisions expected, focusing on reviewing past activities and proposed future projects.

The Shorewood Plan Commission approved the 2024 Annual Report and a prioritized list of future initiatives, including increasing housing opportunities such as accessory dwelling units. The meeting was procedural with no substantive land-use decisions.

• Approved July 23, 2024 meeting minutes (4-0, one abstention)
• Approved 2024 Plan Commission Annual Report (5-0)
• Approved future initiatives list prioritizing housing opportunities, home occupation regulations, and tenant notice requirements (5-0)

Police Commission

The Shorewood Police Commission will meet to elect officers, approve prior meeting minutes, and then convene into closed session under Wisconsin statute 19.85(1)(c) to interview police officer candidates and discuss adding candidates to the current eligibility list for the position of police officer. Following closed session, the commission may take action on matters discussed.

• Election of commission officers
• Approval of March 13, 2024 meeting minutes
• Closed session to interview police officer candidates
• Closed session discussion of adding candidates to the police officer eligibility list
• Potential action after closed session

The Shorewood Police Commission met on January 27, 2025, and conducted routine business. They unanimously approved the March 13, 2024 meeting minutes and re-elected officers. In closed session, they interviewed a candidate for the police eligibility list, then reconvened in open session and unanimously approved adding the sole applicant to the list.

• Re-elected Sarah McKnight as Secretary (unanimous)
• Re-elected Rick Cole as President (unanimous)
• Approved March 13, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Convened into closed session to consider employment issues (unanimous)
• Approved adding sole applicant to police eligibility list (unanimous)

Design Review Board

The Design Review Board will hold a public meeting to decide on three residential addition applications: first and second floor addition at 2515 E. Menlo Blvd, rear addition at 4496 N. Lake Drive, and rear addition at 2312 E. Lake Bluff Blvd. The board will also discuss the 2024 annual report and future initiatives, and approve meeting minutes from December 19, 2024, and January 9, 2025.

• Consideration of first and second floor addition at 2515 E. Menlo Blvd
• Consideration of rear addition at 4496 N. Lake Drive
• Consideration of rear addition at 2312 E. Lake Bluff Blvd
• Discussion of 2024 Design Review Board Annual Report and Future Initiatives
• Approval of December 19, 2024, and January 9, 2025, meeting minutes

The Shorewood Design Review Board approved three residential addition plans: a first and second floor addition at 2515 E. Menlo Blvd, a rear addition at 4496 N. Lake Drive, and a rear conservatory addition at 2312 E. Lake Bluff Blvd. All approvals were unanimous. The board also approved meeting minutes and deferred discussion of the 2024 annual report to a future meeting.

• Approved first/second floor addition at 2515 E. Menlo Blvd (6-0)
• Approved rear addition at 4496 N. Lake Drive (6-0)
• Approved rear conservatory addition at 2312 E. Lake Bluff Blvd (5-0)
• Approved January 9, 2025 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Approved December 19, 2024 meeting minutes as revised (5-0)
• Deferred 2024 Annual Report and Future Initiatives to next meeting

Village Board of Trustees

The Village Board and committees are evaluating the future of the Public Works site at 3801 N. Morris Blvd, including potential residential redevelopment scenarios. The Board will also consider 2025 borrowing parameters and a service agreement with Strand for design and loan administration.

• Consideration of 2025 borrowing parameters with Baker Tilly
• Proposed Strand service agreement for design, bid, construction management, and Safe Drinking Water Loan administration
• Discussion on using TID 1 extension funds for housing stock infrastructure improvements
• Review of Capitol Drive pedestrian safety pavement marking practices
• Proposed appointment of John Holtz to the Plan Commission

The Village Board directed staff to draft a resolution for 2025 bond borrowing to support capital fund projects, and approved a $170,000 agreement with Strand for lead service line replacement design and management. Trustees also voted to reserve all TID 1 extension funds for affordable housing and referred a scooter/bicycle rental proposal to committee. No action was taken on the public works warehouse structural analysis.

• Directed staff to draft 2025 bond borrowing resolution (6-1)
• Approved $170,000 Strand agreement for lead service line replacement (unanimous)
• Reserved 100% of TID 1 extension funds for affordable housing (4-3)
• Referred commercial scooter/bicycle rental to committee (5-2)
• Approved consent agenda (unanimous)
• Adjourned to closed session to discuss DPW site (6-0)

Village Board Standing Committee Meeting Notes

The Community and Business Relations Committee reviewed the scope for a test fit at the Public Works Site and recommended it to the Village Board for consideration on March 3. The committee corrected the date for the Village Board review and noted the zoning code would limit building mass on the site.

• Recommended test fit scope for Public Works Site to Village Board for March 3 review
• Corrected Village Board consideration date to March 3

Village Board Standing Committee Meeting Notes

The Judiciary, Personnel & Licensing Committee voted 2-1 to recommend appointing Michael Kloehn to the Plan Commission, over the Village President's recommendation of John Holtz. The committee also directed staff to ask Holtz if he is interested in serving on another committee such as the Design Review Board or Board of Appeals. The full Village Board will make the final decision.

• Committee voted 2-1 to recommend Michael Kloehn for Plan Commission appointment
• Village President had recommended John Holtz, citing his experience and interest in land use
• Staff to ask John Holtz about serving on Design Review Board or Board of Appeals

Village Board Standing Committee Meeting Notes

The Shorewood Public Works Committee reviewed pedestrian safety enhancements on Capitol Drive, focusing on pavement marking practices and alternatives like bumpouts. After discussion, the committee voted 2-1 to direct staff to draft a policy document for future review. The draft policy is expected to be presented at the March 3 committee meeting.

• Reviewed current epoxy crosswalk markings on Capitol Drive, which had been refreshed less than 12 months ago
• Trustees discussed alternatives including bumpouts and raised crosswalks
• Motion passed 2-1 to direct staff to draft a pavement marking policy
• Draft policy to be brought back on March 3 per the proposed timeline

Parks and Public Spaces Committee

The Pedestrian and Bicycle Safety Subcommittee is meeting 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. Members of the public may submit questions in advance.

• Discussion of the Pedestrian and Bicycle Master Plan update
• Discussion of the Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan update
• Possible quorum of Parks and Public Spaces Committee due to cross-subcommittee attendance

Parks and Public Spaces Committee

The Parks and Public Spaces Committee will review the final draft of the Pedestrian & Bicycle Master Plan for a possible recommendation to the Village Board. The body will also discuss an Annual Report and Initiatives document.

• Final Draft of Pedestrian & Bicycle Master Plan
• Annual Report and Initiatives document

The Parks and Public Spaces Committee discussed the final draft of the Pedestrian and Bicycle Master Plan, with a recommendation to the Village Board expected at the next meeting. No formal decisions were made on the plan. The committee approved the December minutes and discussed the annual report and future agenda items.

• Approved December 10 minutes (7-0)
• Discussed final draft of Pedestrian and Bicycle Master Plan; no action taken
• Discussed annual report format and 2025 budget workplan items
• Scheduled discussion of streetlight replacement plan for February meeting

Board of Appeals

The Board of Appeals will consider two appeals and one variance request: enforcement of downspout disconnection at 4074 N. Lake Drive, and an appeal and variance to allow a 6-foot driveway gate within the front setback at 3926 N. Lake Drive (previously denied in 2023). The board will also approve prior meeting minutes and review legal standards.

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

The Board of Appeals denied an appeal to interpret Village Code 225-8 B(2) to allow a 6-foot driveway gate at 3926 N. Lake Drive, voting 3-1. A related variance request for the same gate failed on a 2-2 tie vote. The board also rescheduled an appeal regarding downspout disconnection at 4074 N. Lake Drive to require the inspector's testimony.

• Approved minutes from November 13, 2024 (unanimous)
• Rescheduled appeal for 4074 N. Lake Drive downspout disconnection to next meeting (4-0)
• Denied appeal of Village Code 225-8 B(2) for 6-foot gate at 3926 N. Lake Drive (3-1)
• Variance request for 6-foot gate at 3926 N. Lake Drive failed (2-2)

Design Review Board

The Shorewood Design Review Board will consider an application for awning signage at 4010 N. Oakland Avenue. The board will also approve minutes from the December 19, 2024 meeting and discuss future agenda items. Written public comments are accepted until 3:00 pm the day before the meeting.

• Consideration of awning signage installation at 4010 N. Oakland Avenue

The Design Review Board approved the installation of awning signage at 4010 N. Oakland Avenue as submitted, with a 4-0 vote. The approval was based on compliance with size requirements, though only letter height was reviewed. The December 19, 2024 meeting minutes were deferred because the draft was not available.

• Approved awning signage at 4010 N. Oakland Avenue (4-0)
• Deferred approval of December 19, 2024 meeting minutes

Public Art Committee

The Shorewood Public Art Committee will discuss and vote on two artist submissions for the Village Hall Gallery: Christine Westrich's 12 hand-painted bird pieces and Judith Friebert's pastel dairy farm drawing. The committee will also review its annual report and initiatives, and discuss the status of the Ghost Train public art piece.

• Christine Westrich – 12 oil-on-poplar bird paintings (10x14 each) for gallery exhibit
• Judith Friebert – one pastel drawing (19" x 25") of a Wisconsin dairy farm
• Discussion and approval of Village Hall Gallery Art Program submissions
• Committee Annual Report and Initiatives review
• Status update on the Ghost Train project

The Shorewood Public Art Committee approved two artists' full collections for the Winter gallery program and authorized up to $1,000 for amplifier repairs to the Ghost Train. Both motions passed unanimously. The committee also discussed the new annual report process and a donation to the Public Arts fund.

• Approved Winter gallery art submissions (5-0)
• Approved up to $1,000 for Ghost Train amplifier repair (5-0)

Library Board of Trustees

The Shorewood Public Library Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting on January 8, 2025. The agenda includes approval of the consent agenda (minutes from December 11, 2024, and accounts payable) and informational items on library statistics, the director's report, and trustee ethics and conflict-of-interest laws. No action items or new business are listed; the meeting is primarily procedural and informational.

• Approval of December 11, 2024, meeting minutes and accounts payable reports
• Presentation of library usage statistics
• Director of Library Services report from Hayley Johnson
• Trustee training on ethics and conflict-of-interest laws (Trustee Essentials 16)

Village Board of Trustees

The Village Board and committees will discuss pedestrian safety enhancements and speed limit reductions on Capitol Drive. The Board is also scheduled to consider a 2025-2026 police union agreement and the use of TID 1 funds for housing infrastructure.

• Consideration of 2025-2026 police union agreement
• Request to advance speed limit reduction on Capitol Drive/State Highway 190 to WisDOT
• Award of contract for Phase I 2025 streetlighting replacement
• Utilization of TID 1 extension funds for housing stock infrastructure improvements
• Study for parking meters in the business district for alternative funding

The Village Board unanimously approved a $1,693,771.64 contract with Allcon Construction, LLC for Phase 1 street lighting replacement. The board also approved the 2026-2027 police union agreement in a 5-0 vote after closed session. A proposal to use TID 1 extension funds for housing infrastructure was deferred to January 22, 2025.

• Approved $1,693,771.64 street lighting contract to Allcon Construction, LLC (5-0)
• Approved 2026-2027 police union agreement (5-0)
• Deferred TID 1 extension funds for housing infrastructure to Jan 22, 2025 (4-1)
• Approved consent agenda with item 5b removed (5-0)
• Approved Dec 16, 2024 meeting minutes with added language on lead service line support (5-0)

Village Board Standing Committee Meeting Notes

The Budget & Finance Committee discussed a staff presentation on parking meters as an alternative revenue source, including a prior 2020 study showing low occupancy but potential annual revenue of $200k. After public comment, the committee voted to recommend that the Village Board pursue a study evaluating the viability of metered parking in the business district, including specific streets and lots, funded through TID 5 or other sources.

• Staff estimated metered parking could yield $200k annually
• Motion recommends study of Oakland, Capitol, Edgewood, and adjacent streets plus publicly owned lots
• Historical 2020 Walker Consulting study showed 30% occupancy in business corridor
• Public speaker supported meters; others suggested limiting to business districts
• Committee to seek legal opinion on financing through TID 5

Village Board Standing Committee Meeting Notes

The Community and Business Relations Committee discussed the feasibility of closing N. Morris and other roads during Trick-or-Treat to increase child safety. The committee plans to review the proposal with the Fire Department, Police Department, and Public Works Committee at a future meeting.

• Proposed roadway closure of N. Morris during Trick-or-Treat

Village Board Standing Committee Meeting Notes

The Public Works Committee reviewed the Capitol Drive pedestrian safety enhancements initiative, including engineering, enforcement, and education approaches. They discussed constraints such as bumpout feasibility, bike lane accommodations, and the roadway's connecting highway status. The committee agreed to advance the speed limit reduction request to WisDOT's Bureau of Traffic Operations for further review.

• Bumpouts cannot be installed between Morris and Capitol on the south side due to lack of parking lane and bike lane encroachment.
• Bicycle facilities on much of the corridor are 'accommodations' under 5 feet, typically unmarked per federal guidelines.
• Committee agreed to advance the speed reduction request to WisDOT Bureau of Traffic Operations despite initial rejection.
• Director Butschlick described pedestrian and traffic safety as a three-leg stool of engineering, enforcement, and education.
• Resident Sandie Pendelton commented on lane width diets, marked bike lanes, bumpout options, and the existing RRFB at Newhall.

Conservation Committee

The Conservation Committee will meet to review previous meeting minutes and receive reports from subcommittees and staff. The committee is scheduled to discuss updates regarding the Film Fest.

• Film Fest updates

The Conservation Committee approved minutes from November 7 and December 5 meetings, both with 6-0 votes and one abstention. Members discussed recycling pickup delays and salt use, suggesting outreach to clarify pickup schedules and sharing salting information with DPW. No formal decisions were made on these topics.

• Approved November 7 meeting minutes (6-0, one abstention)
• Approved December 5 meeting minutes (6-0, one abstention)

Public Art Committee

The Shorewood Public Art Committee's regular January 1 meeting has been postponed to January 8, 2025. No agenda items were discussed or decided at this meeting.

• Meeting postponed from January 1 to January 8, 2025