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Washington County public meetings in 2024

125 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.

Thu Dec 19, 2024 · 03:00 PM

Public Works Committee Meeting

Public Works Committee to hold 85.21 Grant public hearing

The Public Works Committee will meet to conduct a public hearing regarding the 85.21 Grant. The body will also review reports on IT services, cyber security, and transit operations.

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✓ Decided: Public Works Committee approves 2025 WisDOT grant application

The committee approved the 2025 application for the WisDOT 85.21 Grant for Elderly and Disabled Transportation. The committee also approved the Public Transit Agency Safety Plan. Several reports regarding IT and transit were presented for discussion.

Thu Dec 19, 2024 · 04:30 PM

Land Use and Planning Committee Meeting

Committee to discuss Parks & Trails 2050 Plan and Fair Park naming rights

The Land Use & Planning Committee will discuss several long-term planning updates and policy statements. The meeting includes possible action on land information, conservation, and parks planning.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves Parks & Trails 2050 Plan and Fair Park naming policy

The Land Use and Planning Committee approved the Parks & Trails 2050 Plan and a sponsorship and naming rights policy for Fair Park. The committee also approved the Land & Water Conservation Plan and USDA-APHIS wildlife damage claims.

Wed Dec 18, 2024 · 07:00 AM

Public Safety Committee Meeting

Public Safety Committee to discuss Sheriff's Office CJIS compliance funding

The Public Safety Committee will meet to discuss several items including the Criminal Justice Coordinating Council and FCC rules on communication services for incarcerated people. The body may take action on using Strategic Priorities Funds for CJIS compliance in the Sheriff's Office.

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✓ Decided: Public Safety Committee approves funding for Sheriff's Office CJIS compliance

The committee approved the use of Strategic Priorities Funds for CJIS Compliance in the Sheriff’s Office. Members also received presentations on the Criminal Justice Coordinating Council, FCC rules for incarcerated people's communication, and 2024-2025 Strategic Priorities.

Wed Dec 18, 2024 · 04:00 PM

Executive Committee

Executive Committee to discuss final commitment of ARPA funds

The Executive Committee will meet to discuss several funding requests and strategic updates. The agenda includes a decision on the final commitment of ARPA funds and a funding request for an EDWC retainer. Two closed sessions are scheduled to discuss economic development opportunities and the Revolving Loan Fund Program.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves EDWC retainer and pre-development agreement for business

The Executive Committee approved a funding request for an Economic Development Washington County (EDWC) retainer related to the Heart & Homestead Incentive. The committee also authorized the County Executive and EDWC to execute a pre-development agreement with a business discussed in closed session. Several items, including ARPA funds and the EDWC loan portfolio, were presented for discussion without immediate action.

Wed Dec 11, 2024 · 06:00 PM

Washington County Board of Supervisors Meeting

Board to consider GIS services for City of Hartford and land sale

The Washington County Board of Supervisors will meet to discuss several resolutions, including providing GIS services to the City of Hartford. The board will also consider the sale of excess right-of-way to an adjoining landowner.

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✓ Decided: Board authorizes GIS services for City of Hartford and sale of excess right-of-way

The Board approved a resolution to provide GIS services to the City of Hartford via a shared revenue grant program. Members also authorized the sale of excess right-of-way to an adjoining landowner and voided stale checks totaling $2,702.44.

Tue Dec 10, 2024 · 07:30 AM

Board of Canvass

Board of Canvass to audit November 2024 General Election returns

The Washington County Board of Canvass is meeting to conduct audits of specific races from the November 5, 2024 General Election. The process is expected to take up to three days, reconvening daily at 7:30 a.m.

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✓ Decided: Board of Canvassers completes hand count audit of November 2024 ballots

The Board of Canvassers conducted a hand count audit of President/Vice President and U.S. Senate ballots from the November 5, 2024, General Election. The audit took place over three days from December 10 to December 12, 2024. Results by reporting unit were recorded, with several notes regarding ballot jams and poll book discrepancies.

Wed Dec 4, 2024 · 09:00 AM

County Traffic Safety Commission

Traffic Safety Commission to review crash trends and highway updates

The County Traffic Safety Commission will discuss crash trends, enforcement events, and fatal accidents. The meeting includes updates from the Highway Department and WisDOT regarding specific infrastructure projects.

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Thu Nov 21, 2024 · 03:00 PM

Public Works Committee Meeting

Public Works Committee to discuss transit and transportation planning

The Public Works Committee will review ridership and facilities reports. The body will discuss changes to taxi operating hours and a transportation sustainability plan for the City of Hartford and Town of Farmington.

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✓ Decided: Public Works Committee approves Shared Ride Taxi hour reductions

The committee approved a reduction in the hours of operation for the Shared Ride Taxi. It also approved a resolution to discontinue excess right-of-way and authorize its sale to adjoining landowners.

Thu Nov 21, 2024 · 04:00 PM

Land Information Council Meeting

Land Information Council to discuss 2025-2027 plan update

The Land Information Council will meet to review the WLIP Fund Report and the minutes from September 5, 2024. The body will also hold a discussion or take possible action regarding the 2025-2027 Land Information Plan Update.

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✓ Decided: Land Information Council adopts 2024 Land Information Plan Update

The Council approved the 2025-2027 Land Information Plan Update, which included project summary tables and timeline updates. The body also approved the consent agenda containing previous minutes and a fund report.

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Thu Nov 21, 2024 · 04:30 PM

Land Use and Planning Committee Meeting

Committee to discuss Eisenbahn Trail and Holy Hill Road bikeway grant

The Land Use & Planning Committee will meet to discuss trail planning and a grant application for bikeway infrastructure. The body will also review cost share contracts and a quarterly report from the Register of Deeds.

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✓ Decided: Committee indefinitely postponed WisDOT bikeway grant application for Holy Hill Road

The committee approved the previous meeting's minutes without changes. The most significant action was the indefinite postponement of a grant application for bikeway and trail infrastructure on Holy Hill Road. The committee also reviewed cost share contracts and held a discussion on Eisenbahn Trail pavement planning, but took no formal action on those items.

Wed Nov 20, 2024 · 07:00 AM

Public Safety Committee Meeting

Public Safety Committee to review radio maintenance and tower lease updates

The Public Safety Committee will meet to discuss updates regarding radio maintenance and radio tower leases. The meeting includes a quarterly report from the District Attorney and an update on the Fiscal Year 2025 PSAP Grant Program.

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✓ Decided: Public Safety Committee approves October 16 meeting minutes

The committee approved the minutes from the October 16, 2024 meeting. The remainder of the meeting consisted of staff acknowledgments and updates regarding the District Attorney's report, grant programs, and radio infrastructure.

Wed Nov 20, 2024 · 04:00 PM

Executive Committee

Executive Committee to review housing fund requests and ARPA spending

The Executive Committee will discuss several funding requests related to the Next Generation Housing program and Brownfields assessments. The body will also consider the use of ARPA and Strategic Priorities funds for various items, including library services.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves housing fund requests for Partridge Hollow and West Bend study

The Executive Committee approved several resolutions to forward to the County Board, including voiding stale checks and authorizing GIS services for the City of Hartford. The committee also approved funding requests for library cost increases, housing projects in Partridge Hollow, and a housing study for West Bend. A request for Brownfields assessment funds was approved, while the use of ARPA funds was postponed to the December meeting.

Tue Nov 19, 2024 · 10:00 AM

Next Generation Housing Committee

Washington County Next Generation Housing Committee meeting

The agenda for this meeting consists of procedural boilerplate. No specific topics for discussion or action are listed.

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Herbert J. Tennies Government Center - Room 1019
Tue Nov 19, 2024 · 10:00 AM

Local Emergency Planning Committee

Washington County Local Emergency Planning Committee meets November 19

The agenda for this meeting consists of procedural boilerplate. No specific topics for discussion or action are listed beyond general committee business.

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West Bend Fire Station #1 - 325 N. 8th Ave.
Wed Nov 13, 2024 · 06:00 PM

Washington County Board of Supervisors Meeting

Washington County Board to consider 2025 budget adjustment

The Washington County Board of Supervisors will meet to discuss several resolutions and ordinances. Key items include budget adjustments, land transfers, and grant applications.

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✓ Decided: Board reduces 2025 tax levy to $38,125,118

The Board approved a 2025 budget adjustment reducing the adopted tax levy. Other actions included transferring tax deed parcels, adopting a mountain bike plan, and reducing speed limits on CTH S.

🗳️ How they voted (11 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Moved by Mr. Kelling, seconded by Mr. Hartwig to adopt 2024 Resolution 36: 2025 Budget 21 Adjustment. Motion carried. Voting Aye: Bailey, Bossert, Burg, Gallitz, Gurath, Hartwig, 22 Kelling, Konrath…
1 absent
Pridemore absent
Moved by Mr. Schwab, seconded by Mr. Thoma to adopt 2024 Resolution 37: Resolution 33 Authorizing the Deposit and Transfer of Agricultural Conversion Fees from the General Fund to 34 Natural…
1 absent
Pridemore absent
Moved by Mr. Schodron, seconded by Mr. Vespalec to adopt 2024 Resolution 38: Conveyance 45 of Highway Lands to the State of Wisconsin – Town of Polk – Village of Germantown. Motion 46 carried. Voting…
1 absent
Pridemore absent
Moved by Mr. Merry, seconded by Mr. Hartwig to adopt 2024 Resolution 39: County Aided 8 Bridge and Culvert Replacement – Town of Barton. Motion carried. Voting Aye: Bailey, 9 Bossert, Burg, Gallitz…
1 absent
Pridemore absent
Moved by Ms. Konrath, seconded by Ms. Bailey to adopt 2024 Resolution 40: Grant Application 20 Surface Water Planning Grant and Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS) Prevention Grant. Motion 21 carried…
1 absent
Pridemore absent
Moved by Mr. Vespalec, seconded by Ms. Trautner to adopt 2024 Resolution 41: Grant 31 Application – County Conservation Aids Grant. Motion carried. Voting Aye: Bailey, Bossert, 32 Burg, Gallitz…
1 absent
Pridemore absent
Moved by Mr. Schwab, seconded by Mr. Gallitz to call to question. Motion carried. Voting Aye: 2 Bailey, Bossert, Burg, Gallitz, Gurath, Hartwig, Kelling, Krebs, Krueger-Gundrum, Mikulec, 3 Neumann…
1 absent
Pridemore absent
Resolution Adopting the Heritage Trails Mountain 8 Bike Plan back to the Land Use and Planning Committee. Voting Aye: Bailey, Burg, Gurath, 9 Hartwig, Konrath, Krueger-Gundrum, Schodron, and…
1 absent
Pridemore absent
Resolution Adopting the Heritage Trails Mountain 15 Bike as follows: Page 1, Line 28; is hereby adopted. except for the Black Flo Trail.. Voting Aye: 16 Gurath, Konrath, and Krueger-Gundrum. Voting…
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Pridemore absent
Resolution Adopting the Heritage Trails Mountain 22 Bike Plan. Voting Aye: Bailey, Bossert, Burg, Gallitz, Gurath, Hartwig, Kelling, Krebs, Merry, 23 Mikulec, Neumann, Schleif, Schodron, Schulteis…
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Pridemore absent
Moved by Ms. Schulteis, seconded by Mr. Schodron to adopt 2024 Ordinance 4: Speed Zones on 30 County Trunk Highways – CTH “S”. Motion carried. Voting Aye: Bailey, Bossert, Burg, Gallitz, 31 Gurath…
1 absent
Pridemore absent
Wed Nov 13, 2024 · 03:30 PM

Site Redevelopment Steering Committee Meeting

Washington County Site Redevelopment Steering Committee Meeting

The committee will meet to discuss or take possible action on items contained in the meeting packet. The agenda does not list specific topics for deliberation.

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✓ Decided: No substantive decisions made at Site Redevelopment Steering Committee meeting

The meeting consisted of procedural items including call to order, roll call, and adjournment. No substantive actions were recorded in the minutes.

Tue Nov 12, 2024 · 08:30 AM

Board of Canvass

Board of Canvass to conduct county canvass for November 5 general election

The Board of Canvass will meet to process the returns from the November 5, 2024 Fall General Election. The body will also conduct a post-election, pre-certification audit.

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✓ Decided: Board of Canvassers reviews Fall General Election vote totals

The Washington County Board of Canvassers examined ballots and reported votes from the November 5, 2024, Fall General Election. The Board identified several clerical errors, ballot jams, and incorrect ballot styles across various reporting units. One previously uncounted overseas absentee ballot from the Town of Hartford was opened and tabulated.

Fri Nov 8, 2024 · 08:30 AM

Joint Board of Health

Joint Washington Ozaukee Board of Health to meet November 8

The Board will review reports on communicable diseases and the WIC program. Members will also discuss updates from the Public Health Director and set meeting dates for 2025.

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✓ Decided: Board approves minutes and reviews health updates; no new policy votes recorded

The Joint Board of Health approved the previous meeting minutes without corrections. Director Kim Buechler reported on communicable disease trends, WIC program growth, and upcoming public health campaigns. The board reviewed 2025 meeting dates but did not vote on any new ordinances or budget items.

Wed Nov 6, 2024 · 04:00 PM

Human Services Committe

Human Services Committee to review quarterly reports

The committee will meet to discuss or take action on several quarterly reports. These reports cover various human services departments and veteran services.

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✓ Decided: Human Services Committee approves September meeting minutes

The committee approved the minutes from the September 25, 2024 meeting. Members received quarterly reports from Veterans Services, ADRC, HSD Administration, HSD Behavioral Health, and HSD Children and Families.

Thu Oct 17, 2024 · 03:00 PM

Public Works Committee Meeting

Public Works Committee to consider speed zone changes on county highways

The Public Works Committee will review highway and transit reports. The body will discuss or take action on bridge replacement in the Town of Barton, right-of-way conveyance to WisDOT, and an ordinance regarding speed zones.

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✓ Decided: Committee forwards bridge, land, and speed zone proposals to County Board

The Public Works Committee approved three draft measures for County Board consideration. These include a bridge and culvert replacement in the Town of Barton, land conveyance in the Town of Polk, and changes to speed zone codes.

Thu Oct 17, 2024 · 04:30 PM

Land Use and Planning Committee Meeting

Committee to discuss grant applications and land preservation funding

The Land Use and Planning Committee will review several grant applications and budget items. The body is considering resolutions for trail infrastructure and land preservation funding.

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✓ Decided: Committee adopts Heritage Trails Mountain Bike Plan and several grant applications

The committee approved the Heritage Trails Mountain Bike Plan and forwarded several grant applications to the County Board. It also approved the 2025 USDA Wildlife Damage Services budget and authorized the transfer of agricultural conversion fees for land preservation.

Thu Oct 17, 2024 · 01:00 PM

ADRC Board Meeting

ADRC Board to discuss modernization projects and aging plan

The ADRC Board will meet to discuss several operational items, including modernization projects and the next steps for the Aging Plan. The meeting includes the introduction of a new board member and a team building activity.

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✓ Decided: Board approves July minutes, introduces new members, and ends carryout meal option

The board approved the previous meeting's minutes and introduced new board member Kris Deiss and staff members Sara Truse and Linda Kolar. Director Tammy Anderson reported that the carryout meal option ended on October 1, 2024, shifting focus to congregate and home-delivered meals. The board discussed upcoming modernization projects, including a new statewide database launching in November, and agreed on 2:30 p.m. as a potential time for a future public hearing.

Wed Oct 16, 2024 · 04:00 PM

Executive Committee - AMENDED

Executive Committee to discuss 2025 budget adjustment

The Executive Committee will meet to discuss or take action on several administrative updates and resolutions. Key items include budget adjustments for 2025 and shared services agreements.

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✓ Decided: Executive Committee forwards 2025 budget adjustment and GIS agreement to County Board

The committee approved a draft resolution for a 2025 budget adjustment and a draft resolution for GIS shared services with the City of West Bend. Both items were forwarded to the County Board for further action. The committee also approved the minutes from the September 18, 2024 meeting.

Wed Oct 16, 2024 · 07:00 AM

Public Safety Committee Meeting

Public Safety Committee to review Sheriff's report and Fire & EMS study

The Public Safety Committee will meet to discuss the Sheriff’s Office Quarterly Report. The body will also receive an update on the Fire & EMS Assessment Study.

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✓ Decided: Public Safety Committee approves September meeting minutes

The committee approved the minutes from the September 18, 2024 meeting. Members received a quarterly report from the Sheriff's Office and an update on the Fire/EMS Assessment Study.

Wed Oct 9, 2024 · 06:00 PM

Washington County Board of Supervisors Meeting

Board considers hazard mitigation plan and IT services for Town of Erin

The Washington County Board of Supervisors will meet to vote on several resolutions, including a hazard mitigation plan and a grant for a 911 GIS project. The board will also discuss the sale of county lands and a master plan follow-up.

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✓ Decided: Board approves IT services for Erin, rescinds medical examiner appointment, adopts hazard plan

The Washington County Board of Supervisors approved several resolutions, including authorizing IT services for the Town of Erin and rescinding the appointment of the Waukesha County Medical Examiner effective December 31, 2024. The Board also adopted a Hazard Mitigation Plan, authorized land purchases for ADA curb ramp replacements, and approved general fund transfers for a Next Generation 911 GIS project and election drop box security cameras. Information regarding county land sales and Master Plan options was presented but no action was taken on those items.

🗳️ How they voted (8 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Moved by Mr. Kelling, seconded by Mr. Hartwig to convene in Closed Session at 6:07 p.m. 42 Motion carried by roll call vote. Voting Aye: Bailey, Bossert, Burg, Gurath, Hartwig, Kelling, 43 Konrath…
1 absent
Gallitz absent
Moved by Ms. Schulteis, seconded by Mr. Schodron to return to Open Session at 6:15 p.m. 2 Motion carried by roll call vote. Voting Aye: Bailey, Bossert, Burg, Gurath, Hartwig, Kelling, 3 Konrath…
1 absent
Gallitz absent
Moved by Mr. Bossert, seconded by Mr. Krebs to adopt 2024 Resolution 28: Resolution 27 Authorizing the Washington County Information Technology Department to Provide 28 Information Technology…
1 absent
Gallitz absent
Moved by Mr. Schwab, seconded by Mr. Thoma to adopt 2024 Resolution 29: Resolution 40 Rescinding the Appointment of the Waukesha County Medical Examiner. Motion carried. 41 Voting Aye: Bailey…
1 absent
Gallitz absent
Moved by Mr. Vespalec, seconded by Mr. Thoma to adopt 2024 Resolution 30: Adopt Hazard 2 Mitigation Plan for Washington County, Wisconsin. Motion carried. Voting Aye: Bailey, 3 Bossert, Burg, Gurath…
1 absent
Gallitz absent
Moved by Ms. Schulteis, seconded by Mr. Thoma to adopt 2024 Resolution 31: Wisconsin 12 Department of Transportation (WI DOT) Request for Land Purchase and Temporary Easements 13 to Replace Curb…
1 absent
Gallitz absent
Moved by Mr. Bossert, seconded by Mr. Vespalec to adopt 2024 Resolution 32: Grant 26 Application and General Fund Transfer for Fiscal Year 2025 Next Generation 911 GIS Project. 27 Motion carried…
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Gallitz absent
Moved by Mr. Bossert, seconded by Mr. Vespalec to adopt 2024 Resolution 33: General Fund 44 Transfer for Election Initiative – Video Surveillance for Drop Boxes. Motion carried. Voting 45 Aye…
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Gallitz absent
Wed Sep 25, 2024 · 04:00 PM

Human Services Committee

Committee to discuss behavioral health housing and recidivism study

The Human Services Committee will meet to discuss or take action on two primary topics. These include a study on Treatment Alternatives Diversion (TAD) recidivism and housing needs for behavioral health clients.

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✓ Decided: Human Services Committee approves August meeting minutes

The committee approved the minutes from the August 28, 2024, meeting. Members received presentations on a recidivism study and behavioral health housing needs, but no formal actions were taken on those items.

Thu Sep 19, 2024 · 04:30 PM

Land Use and Planning Committee Meeting

Committee to consider Holy Hill Road bikeway grant and Kildare Subdivision plat

The Land Use and Planning Committee will discuss quarterly reports for natural resources and golf courses. The body is considering a new venue fee schedule for parks and trails and a grant application for bikeway infrastructure.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves Kildare Subdivision plat and WisDOT bikeway grant resolution

The committee approved the final plat for the Kildare Estates Subdivision in the Town of Erin. They also approved a draft resolution to apply for a WisDOT grant for bikeway and trail infrastructure on Holy Hill Road, forwarding it to the County Board. Additionally, the committee approved cost-share payments for two land conservation projects and the 2026-2027 Parks & Trails venue fee schedule.

Thu Sep 19, 2024 · 03:00 PM

Public Works Committee Meeting

Committee considers IT services agreement for Town of Erin

The Public Works Committee will review quarterly reports for IT and transit. The body will also consider a resolution regarding the provision of IT services to the Town of Erin.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves IT services for Town of Erin via sales tax revenue

The Washington County Public Works Committee approved a draft resolution authorizing the county's IT Department to provide services to the Town of Erin using shared County Sales Tax revenue. The committee also reviewed quarterly reports on IT, transit, and transit ridership. The resolution was forwarded to the County Board for further action.

Wed Sep 18, 2024 · 04:00 PM

Executive Committee

Executive Committee to review housing fund requests and tax deed properties

The committee will discuss several funding requests for housing and brownfields projects. Members will also review tax deed properties to set minimum bid amounts and consider a resolution for WisDOT land acquisition.

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✓ Decided: Executive Committee approves housing incentives and brownfield funding

The committee approved several funding requests for the Next Generation Housing and Brownfields programs. It also authorized the redemption and bidding of multiple tax deed properties and forwarded two resolutions to the County Board.

Wed Sep 18, 2024 · 07:00 AM

Public Safety Committee Meeting

Public Safety Committee to discuss Medical Examiner appointment and hazard planning

The Public Safety Committee will meet to discuss the appointment of a Medical Examiner and the adoption of an updated hazard mitigation plan. The body will also review a radio grant request for the Allenton Volunteer Fire Department.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves hazard mitigation plan and radio grant for Allenton Fire Department

The Public Safety Committee approved a municipal public safety radio grant for the Allenton Volunteer Fire Department, Inc. The committee also approved the updated Washington County Hazard Mitigation Plan and a resolution to rescind the appointment of the Waukesha County Medical Examiner, forwarding both to the County Board.

Fri Sep 13, 2024 · 08:30 AM

Joint Washington Ozaukee Board of Health Meeting

Joint Washington Ozaukee Board of Health to review public health reports

The Board will receive updates from the Public Health Director and reports on communicable diseases and the WIC Program. The meeting includes a presentation on WALHDAB costing and capacity.

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Wed Sep 11, 2024 · 06:00 PM

Washington County Board of Supervisors Meeting

Board to review cyber security plan and IT staffing

The Washington County Board of Supervisors will discuss roadway and intersection safety plans. The board is considering resolutions regarding right-of-way sales, budget amendments, and IT staffing.

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✓ Decided: Board approves $403k budget transfer and new IT security position

The Washington County Board of Supervisors approved four resolutions and ordinances, including a $403,131 budget transfer to UW-Extension and the creation of a new Technology Security position funded by $170,000. The board also authorized the sale of excess right-of-way to adjoining land owners and amended ordinances governing the HOME Consortium Board and Land Information Council. All votes were unanimous among the 20 supervisors present.

🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Moved by Ms. Pridemore, seconded by Mr. Schwab to adopt 2024 Resolution 23: Discontinue 37 Excess Right-of-Way and Authorize Sale to Adjoining Land Owners. Motion carried. Voting 38 Aye: Bailey…
1 absent
Krebs absent
Moved by Mr. Kelling, seconded by Mr. Hartwig to adopt 2024 Resolution 24: Resolution 48 Amending the County Board and UW-Extension Budgets Motion carried. Voting Aye: Bailey, County Board of…
1 absent
Krebs absent
Moved by Mr. Thoma, seconded by Mr. Schodron to enact 2024 Ordinance 2: to amend Sections 10 15-5, 15-23 and 15-28 relating to: Organization, Washington County Home Program Committee 11 and Executive…
1 absent
Krebs absent
Moved by Mr. Schwab, seconded by Ms. Pridemore to enact 2024 Ordinance 3: to amend 21 Sections 15-24 and 70-29 relating to: Land Information Council and Powers and Duties. Motion 22 carried. Voting…
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Krebs absent
Moved by Mr. Merry, seconded by Mr. Hartwig to convene in Closed Session at 6:36 p.m. 33 Motion carried by roll call vote. Voting
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Moved by Mr. Kelling, seconded by Mr. Bossert to adopt 2024 Resolution 25: IT Fund Balance 6 Transfer - Information Technology Additional Staffing – Technology Security Position. Motion 7 carried…
1 absent
Krebs absent
Wed Sep 11, 2024 · 03:00 PM

Site Redevelopment Steering Committee

Site Redevelopment Steering Committee to meet January 11, 2023

The committee is meeting for discussion or possible action on items contained in the meeting packet. The agenda does not list specific topics for deliberation.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves funding and loan limit increase for Regal Place project

The Site Redevelopment Committee recommended a project funding request for the Regal Place site to the executive committee. The committee also approved a request to exceed the standard loan maximum for the Impact RLF – Brownfield Segment for the same site.

Fri Sep 6, 2024 · 02:00 PM

Next Generation Housing Committee Meeting

Washington County Next Generation Housing Committee meets September 6

The committee is scheduled to meet for discussion or possible action. The provided agenda does not list specific topics or items for deliberation.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves housing framework updates and three funding requests

The Next Generation Housing Committee approved updates to its operational framework regarding fund reallocation and broker fees. The committee also approved and recommended three funding requests for housing projects in the Village of Jackson to the Executive Committee.

Thu Sep 5, 2024 · 08:00 AM

Land Information Council Meeting

Land Information Council to discuss 2025 LiDAR project and plan updates

The Land Information Council will meet to discuss or take action on council membership and the 2025 LiDAR Project. The body will also review the 2025-2027 Land Information Plan Update.

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✓ Decided: Council approves 2025 LiDAR project and Land Information Plan update

The Land Information Council approved the acquisition of LiDAR data for 2025 and adopted the 2024 update to the Washington County Land Information Plan. The plan update included an amendment to add a scanning project for historic planning documents.

Wed Sep 4, 2024 · 09:00 AM

County Traffic Safety Commission

Traffic Safety Commission to review roadway safety analyses and Kewaskum crosswalk

The County Traffic Safety Commission will meet to discuss highway safety updates and review fatal accidents. The body will examine updated safety analyses for county intersections and roadways.

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Wed Aug 28, 2024 · 04:00 PM

Human Services Committee

Human Services Committee to review quarterly reports and financials

The committee will discuss or take action on quarterly reports for HSD Administration, Behavioral Health, and Children and Families. The meeting includes updates on veteran mental health and a presentation on Family Centered Treatment.

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✓ Decided: Human Services Committee approves June meeting minutes

The committee approved the minutes from the June 26, 2024 meeting. The remainder of the meeting consisted of presentations and reports regarding behavioral health, veteran mental health, and financial data.

Tue Aug 27, 2024 · 04:00 PM

Fire/EMS Task Force Meeting

Washington County Fire/EMS Task Force meeting scheduled for August 27

The agenda provided consists of procedural boilerplate and notice requirements. No specific business items, proposals, or discussion topics are listed.

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Tue Aug 27, 2024 · 03:15 PM

Fire/EMS Sub-Committee Meeting

Washington County Fire/EMS Task Force meeting scheduled for August 27, 2024

The agenda provided contains only procedural boilerplate and notice requirements. No specific business items, proposals, or discussion topics are listed.

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Wed Aug 21, 2024 · 07:00 AM

Public Safety Committee Meeting

Public Safety Committee to discuss jail and forensic pathology contracts

The Public Safety Committee will meet to discuss several service contracts and project updates. The agenda includes deliberations on inmate transport, jail medical services, and forensic pathology.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves DA office succession planning and Kewaskum radio grant

The Public Safety Committee approved funding for succession planning in the District Attorney's Office and a radio grant from the Village of Kewaskum Police Department. The committee also approved the minutes from the June 19, 2024 meeting.

Wed Aug 21, 2024 · 04:00 PM

Executive Committee

Executive Committee to consider 2024 ordinance amending committee organization

The Executive Committee will meet to review quarterly reports and consider a 2024 ordinance. The proposed ordinance relates to the organization of the Washington County Home Program Committee and Executive Committee.

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✓ Decided: Executive Committee approves draft ordinance regarding committee organization

The Executive Committee approved a draft ordinance to amend Sections 15-5, 15-23, and 15-28 concerning the organization of the Washington County Home Program Committee and Executive Committee. The draft will be forwarded to the County Board. The committee also reviewed quarterly reports from the County Clerk and GIS Director.

Tue Aug 20, 2024 · 10:00 AM

Local Emergency Planning Committee

Washington County Local Emergency Planning Committee meets August 20

The Local Emergency Planning Committee is holding a regular meeting to conduct business. The agenda does not list specific topics for discussion or action.

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✓ Decided: LEPC approves six off-site plans for sulfuric acid batteries

The committee approved updated off-site plans for five AT&T locations and a new plan for West Bend 2.0. Members also reviewed reports on hazardous substance spills and the status of a 2024 state grant application.

Tue Aug 20, 2024 · 08:30 AM

Board of Canvass

Board of Canvass to conduct county canvass for August 13 primary election

The Board of Canvass will meet to process the returns from the Fall Partisan Primary Election held on August 13, 2024. The body will also conduct a post-election, pre-certification audit.

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✓ Decided: Board canvasses August 13 primary votes and audits two specific races

The Board of Canvassers reviewed and verified ballot counts for the August 13, 2024, Fall Partisan Primary across Washington County municipalities. The board noted minor procedural discrepancies in several towns and villages, such as unsealed ballots or mismatched poll books, but confirmed final tallies for most units. Two specific races were audited: the Village of Richfield Referendum Question #2 and the Assembly District 24 Republican primary in Germantown, both showing zero variance between original and audit counts.

Thu Aug 15, 2024 · 03:00 PM

Public Works Committee Meeting

Public Works Committee to discuss roadway safety and right-of-way sales

The Public Works Committee will review reports on facilities and transit ridership. The body will consider resolutions regarding the sale of excess right-of-way and funding for a technology security position.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves IT staffing, land sale, and safety plan resolutions for County Board

The Public Works Committee approved three draft resolutions to forward to the County Board: an IT fund balance transfer for a security position, the discontinuation and sale of excess right-of-way to adjoining landowners, and the adoption of a Roadway Safety Plan. The committee also reviewed quarterly facilities and transit reports and discussed advertising on shared ride taxis, but took no action on those items.

Thu Aug 15, 2024 · 04:30 PM

Land Use and Planning Committee Meeting

Committee to consider budget amendments and Land Information Council ordinance

The Land Use & Planning Committee will discuss quarterly reports from the Register of Deeds and Parks & Trails. The body may take action on budget amendments for the County Board and UW-Extension, as well as an ordinance regarding the Land Information Council.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves budget amendments and Land Information Council ordinance

The committee approved several cost-share contracts and payments. It also approved a draft resolution to amend the County Board and UW-Extension budgets and a draft ordinance regarding Land Information Council powers and duties, forwarding both to the County Board.

Wed Aug 14, 2024 · 10:00 AM

Fire/EMS Sub-Committee Meeting

Washington County Fire/EMS Sub-Committee Meeting

The provided agenda contains no specific discussion items or decision points. The document consists of a link to the agenda and backup materials without listing the actual content.

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✓ Decided: Fire/EMS Sub-Committee interviews consulting finalists

The committee conducted interviews with four finalists for the Fire/EMS Consulting and Needs Assessment (#CEX24-27). No final selection or vote was recorded during these sessions.

Wed Aug 14, 2024 · 06:00 PM

Washington County Board of Supervisors Meeting

Board considers funding for Glacier Hills Lakefront Development Project

The Washington County Board of Supervisors will meet to discuss several resolutions and one ordinance. The agenda includes reports on the American Rescue Plan Act and the county fund balance.

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✓ Decided: Board approves $250,000 for UWM-WC building and grounds maintenance

The Board approved several resolutions including a $250,000 fund transfer for UWM-WC maintenance and a grant application for Glacier Hills lakefront development. They also authorized the sale of excess right-of-way to the WI DOT and amended supervisory districts. Approval of the Master Plan was postponed.

🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Moved by Mr. Kelling, seconded by Mr. Bossert to adopt 2024 Resolution 20: Grant Application 13 – Funding for Glacier Hills Lakefront Development Project. Motion carried. Voting Aye: 14 Bailey…
3 absent
Burg absent · Merry absent · Schwab absent
Moved by Mr. Thoma, seconded by Mr. Vespalec to 2024 Resolution 21: Authorize Sale of 22 Excess Right-of-Way to Adjoining Land Owner. Motion carried. Voting Aye: Bailey, Bossert, 23 Gallitz, Gurath…
2 absent
Merry absent · Schwab absent
Moved by Mr. Schodron, seconded by Mr. Vespalec to adopt 2024 Resolution 22: General Fund 33 Transfer – UWM-WC Maintenance of Building and Grounds. Motion carried. Voting Aye: 34 Bailey, Bossert…
3 absent
Burg absent · Merry absent · Schwab absent
Moved by Ms. Schulteis, seconded by Mr. Hartwig to 2024 Ordinance 1: to amend Section 15-1 43 relating to: Supervisory Districts. Motion carried. Voting Aye: Bailey, Bossert, Gallitz, Gurath, 44…
2 absent
Burg absent · Merry absent
Mon Aug 12, 2024 · 06:30 PM

Executive Committee Meeting

Executive Committee to discuss UW-Milwaukee Washington County

The Executive Committee is meeting to discuss or take possible action regarding the University of Wisconsin Milwaukee Washington County. This meeting is held in conjunction with a City of West Bend Common Council Meeting.

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✓ Decided: Executive Committee discusses UW-Milwaukee Washington County

The committee held a discussion regarding the University of Wisconsin Milwaukee Washington County. No substantive decisions were recorded in the minutes.

Thu Jul 18, 2024 · 03:00 PM

Public Works Committee Meeting

Public Works Committee to discuss intersection safety and CTH G land sale

The Public Works Committee will meet to discuss an intersection safety plan and a resolution regarding the sale of excess right of way on CTH G. The committee will also review quarterly reports for highways and transit ridership.

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✓ Decided: Committee recommends adopting Intersection Safety Plan and CTH G right-of-way sale

The Public Works Committee approved the June 20 minutes without corrections. The committee voted to recommend the Intersection Safety Plan and approve the draft resolution for the sale of excess right-of-way on CTH G, forwarding both items to the County Board. Staff also presented transit ridership and highway quarterly reports for discussion.

Thu Jul 18, 2024 · 04:30 PM

Land Use and Planning Committee Meeting

Committee to discuss Glacier Hills Lakefront project grant and Silver Lining Amphitheater

The Land Use and Planning Committee will review quarterly reports from UW Extension and Land Resources. The body will also discuss the Silver Lining Amphitheater and a grant application for the Glacier Hills Lakefront Development Project.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves grant application for Glacier Hills Lakefront Development

The committee approved a draft resolution for a grant application to fund the Glacier Hills Lakefront Development Project and forwarded it to the County Board. Several cost share SIP payments were also approved. The committee reviewed quarterly reports from UW Extension and Land Resources.

Thu Jul 18, 2024 · 01:00 PM

ADRC Board Meeting

ADRC Board to discuss Aging Plan goals and independent living pilot

The ADRC Board will meet to discuss the Independent Living Supports Pilot and draft goals for Aging Plan focus areas. The meeting includes introductions of a new board member and a benefit specialist assistant.

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✓ Decided: ADRC Board approves April minutes and reviews ILSP pilot status

The board approved the minutes from the April 18, 2024 meeting and reviewed the Independent Living Supports Pilot (ILSP), which ended its enrollment period on June 30, 2024. Director Tammy Anderson reported that 88 of 90 available spots were filled and outlined draft goals for the upcoming 2025-2027 Aging Plan. No new policies or budget items were voted on during this session.

Wed Jul 17, 2024 · 04:00 PM

Executive Committee Meeting

Executive Committee to review housing requests and supervisory district changes

The Executive Committee will discuss quarterly reports from Human Resources and the County Treasurer. The body will consider funding requests for housing and brownfields projects, as well as an ordinance regarding supervisory districts.

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✓ Decided: Executive Committee approves $960,000 for Regal Place Condominiums

The committee approved several housing and development funding requests, including a significant allocation for a condominium project in Kewaskum. Other actions included approving architectural services for the Master Plan and funding for early childhood workforce initiatives.

Mon Jul 15, 2024 · 03:30 PM

Site Redevelopment Steering Committee

Washington County Site Redevelopment Steering Committee meets July 15

The committee is meeting to discuss or take possible action on items contained in the meeting packet. The agenda does not list specific topics for deliberation.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves funding and loan limit increase for Regal Place project

The Site Redevelopment Committee recommended a funding request for environmental assessments at the former Regal Ware Office building. The committee also approved a request to exceed the standard $250,000 loan maximum for the site's redevelopment.

Mon Jul 15, 2024 · 02:30 PM

Next Generation Housing Committee

Washington County Next Generation Housing Committee meeting

The agenda consists of procedural boilerplate. No specific topics for discussion or action are listed beyond a general placeholder for attachments.

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✓ Decided: Committee lowers multi-family housing price point and approves funding requests

The committee reduced the price averaging for multi-family only developments from $364,000 to $350,000. It also approved framework updates regarding price point exceptions and funding clarifications. Two funding requests were recommended for approval by the Executive Committee.

Fri Jul 12, 2024 · 08:30 AM

Joint Board of Health Meeting

Joint Board of Health meets to review procedures and public health reports

The Joint Washington Ozaukee Board of Health will meet to review its meeting processes and provide orientation for board members. The agenda includes reports on communicable diseases, the WIC program, and updates from the Public Health Director. No specific policy changes or budget decisions are listed for action at this meeting.

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✓ Decided: Joint Board of Health approves meeting minutes

The Board approved the previous meeting minutes. The remainder of the meeting consisted of reports on communicable diseases, the WIC program, and public health director updates.

Wed Jul 10, 2024 · 09:00 AM

Fire/EMS Sub-Committee Meeting

Agenda text not provided; only a link to attachments is available.

The supplied text contains only a link to the agenda and backup material for the Washington County, WI Fire/EMS Sub-Committee meeting on July 10, 2024. No specific items, decisions, or discussions are listed in the provided text.

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Wed Jul 10, 2024 · 06:00 PM

Washington County Board of Supervisors Meeting

Board considers Kroger settlement agreement and funding for county fair park initiatives

The Washington County Board of Supervisors will review several resolutions, including authorizing a settlement agreement with the Kroger Company and approving a general fund transfer to support the Washington County Agricultural and Industrial Society. The agenda also includes appointments to the Human Services Board and a Little Cedar Lake district, as well as a presentation from the Department of Health Services.

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✓ Decided: Board approves $300,000 transfer for Fair Park facilities

The Board approved a $300,000 General Fund transfer to support the Fair Park Initiative and authorized a settlement agreement with the Kroger Company. The Board also approved a grant application for forensic science and municipal planning services for the Village of Richfield.

🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Moved by Mr. Bossert, seconded by Mr. Kelling to adopt 2024 Resolution 16: General Fund 5 Transfer – Support for Washington County Agricultural and Industrial Society (AIS) for Fair 6 Park…
3 absent
Bailey absent · Krebs absent · Merry absent
Moved by Mr. Schodron, seconded by Mr. Schwab to adopt 2024 Resolution 17: Grant 16 Application – Paul Coverdell Forensic Science Improvement Program – Bureau of Justice FY 17 2024. Motion carried…
3 absent
Bailey absent · Krebs absent · Merry absent
Moved by Ms. Schulteis, seconded by Ms. Trautner to adopt 2024 Resolution 18: Authorizing 29 Washington County to Enter into the Settlement Agreement with the Kroger Company and 30 Agree to the Terms…
3 absent
Bailey absent · Krebs absent · Merry absent
Moved by Ms. Konrath, seconded by Ms. Pridemore to adopt 2024 Resolution 19: Resolution 43 Confirming the Washington County Community Development Department Providing Municipal 44 Planning Services…
3 absent
Bailey absent · Krebs absent · Merry absent
Wed Jun 26, 2024 · 04:00 PM

Human Services Committee Meeting

Washington County Human Services Committee reviews quarterly reports and fee schedule updates

The Washington County Human Services Committee will discuss quarterly reports for Veteran Services and the Aging and Disability Resource Center. The committee will also review a four-year report on the Drug Treatment Court and consider updates to the Human Services Fee Schedule. No specific dollar amounts or final decisions are listed in the agenda text.

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✓ Decided: Human Services Committee approves updated fee schedule

The committee approved an update to the Human Services Fee Schedule. Members also reviewed quarterly reports for Veteran Services and the ADRC, as well as a four-year report on the Drug Treatment Court.

Wed Jun 26, 2024 · 09:00 AM

Fire/EMS Sub-Committee Meeting

Agenda text for Washington County Fire/EMS Sub-Committee meeting is not provided.

The provided text contains only a link to the agenda and backup materials for the June 26, 2024, meeting. No specific items, decisions, or discussions are listed in the source document.

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✓ Decided: Fire/EMS Sub-Committee reviews consulting and needs assessment proposals

The committee began reviewing eight RFP proposals for Fire EMS Consulting and Needs Assessment (#CEX24-27). Members divided the task of contacting remaining references for the respondents.

Thu Jun 20, 2024 · 03:00 PM

Public Works Committee Meeting

Washington County Public Works Committee to review transit reports and a permit appeal

The Washington County Public Works Committee will discuss quarterly transit reports, a lead lateral update, and roadway shared services. The committee will also deliberate on an appeal regarding a denied access permit on CTH NN&Z in the Town of West Bend. No specific dollar amounts or contract values are listed in the agenda.

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✓ Decided: Public Works Committee approves second access permit on CTH NN&Z

The committee approved a second access permit for #3719 onto CTH NN&Z in the Town of West Bend. Other agenda items consisted of reports and updates provided by staff.

Thu Jun 20, 2024 · 04:30 PM

Land Use and Planning Committee Meeting

Committee discusses Fair Park modernization and a resolution for Richfield planning services.

The Washington County Land Use and Planning Committee will review updates on the Fair Park Modernization Project and the Heritage Trails Mountain Bike Plan. The agenda includes a resolution to confirm municipal planning services for the Village of Richfield using county sales tax revenue, as well as a proposed general fund transfer to support Fair Park initiatives. Routine consent items include contract releases and payments for staff positions.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves draft resolutions for Richfield planning services and Fair Park funding

The Washington County Land Use and Planning Committee approved three cost-share items on the consent agenda. The committee also approved draft resolutions to confirm municipal planning services for the Village of Richfield and to support the Washington County Agricultural and Industrial Society for Fair Park initiatives, forwarding both to the County Board. Updates on the Golf Course, Fair Park Modernization, and Heritage Trails Mountain Bike Plan were presented for discussion only.

Wed Jun 19, 2024 · 07:00 AM

Public Safety Committee Meeting

Committee reviews fee schedule changes and fire radio grant for Germantown

The Public Safety Committee will discuss a modification to the 2024 fee schedule and consider approving a radio grant application for the Village of Germantown Fire Department. The agenda also includes a quarterly report from the District Attorney and the introduction of a new Chief Public Safety Officer.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves Germantown fire radio grant and Coverdell forensic grant application

The Public Safety Committee approved the Village of Germantown Fire Department Radio Grant Application. The committee also approved a draft resolution for the Paul Coverdell Forensic Science Improvement Program grant application and forwarded it to the County Board. Other items, including the District Attorney's quarterly report and fee schedule modifications, were presented for discussion without formal votes.

Wed Jun 19, 2024 · 04:00 PM

Executive Committee Meeting

Committee reviews housing framework, ARPA funds, and quarterly financial reports

The Washington County Executive Committee will discuss and potentially act on several items, including updates to the Next Generation Housing 2.0 Framework and the use of ARPA funds for Heart & Homestead Reinvestment. The agenda also includes quarterly reports on budget, finance, and tourism grants, as well as a proposed general fund transfer for UWM-WC building maintenance.

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✓ Decided: Executive Committee approves housing framework and legal funding for Samaritan sale

The committee approved the Next Generation Housing 2.0 Framework and allocated up to $75,000 for legal costs regarding the Samaritan sale. General consensus was reached to use ARPA funds for tourism grants and the Heart & Homestead Reinvestment. A resolution for a General Fund transfer regarding UWM-WC maintenance was postponed.

Mon Jun 17, 2024 · 02:30 PM

Next Generation Housing Committee

Washington County Next Generation Housing Committee meets for discussion

The Washington County Next Generation Housing Committee is scheduled to meet on June 17, 2024. The agenda lists only procedural items and a general 'Discussion or Possible Action' section without specifying the topics or proposals to be discussed. No specific housing projects, budgets, or ordinances are detailed in the provided text.

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✓ Decided: Committee recommends updated housing framework to Executive Committee

The Next Generation Housing Committee recommended the 'Next Generation Housing 2.0' framework for approval by the Washington County Executive Committee. The updated framework sets a goal of 1,000 new owner-occupied units by 2032 with specific price point targets. The committee also approved the minutes from October 16, 2023.

Wed Jun 12, 2024 · 06:00 PM

Washington County Board of Supervisors Meeting

County board considers bridge replacement, IT services, and planning contracts

The Washington County Board of Supervisors will review several resolutions regarding infrastructure and inter-municipal services. Key items include a bridge and culvert replacement in the Town of Addison, IT services for the Town of West Bend, and municipal planning for the Villages of Jackson and Kewaskum. The board will also confirm appointments to various county commissions and boards.

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✓ Decided: Board approves $6.6M transfer for Samaritan costs

The Board approved a $6,657,649 transfer from the General Fund to the Samaritan Fund. Other actions included approving several municipal service agreements funded by county sales tax and adding three positions to the Human Services Department.

Thu Jun 6, 2024 · 09:00 AM

Washington County Traffic Safety Commission Meeting

Traffic Safety Commission reviews crash trends, fatal accidents, and impaired driving enforcement.

The Washington County Traffic Safety Commission will meet to discuss highway department updates, crash trends, and fatal accidents. The agenda includes presentations on community maps, Wisconsin DOT engineering updates, and the State Patrol's role in preventing impaired driving. No specific votes or dollar amounts are listed in the agenda.

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✓ Decided: Traffic Safety Commission approves March meeting minutes

The commission met to receive updates on highway projects, crash trends, and fatal accidents. No substantive action items were presented for a vote during the meeting.

Mon Jun 3, 2024 · 04:00 PM

Farmland Preservation Plan Advisory Committee

Farmland Preservation Plan Advisory Committee meets for discussion and possible action.

The Washington County Farmland Preservation Plan Advisory Committee is scheduled to meet on June 3, 2024. The agenda lists a general item for discussion or possible action, but the specific topics are not detailed in the text provided. The meeting will also determine the date for the next session.

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✓ Decided: Committee recommends changes to farmland preservation area mapping criteria

The Farmland Preservation Plan Advisory Committee approved changes to the delineation process for determining preservation areas. The committee also reviewed draft maps and updated plan goals and objectives.

Sat May 25, 2024 · 07:00 AM

Land Use and Planning Committee Meeting

Committee tours Glacier Hills and Heritage Trails parks

The Land Use and Planning Committee will hold a site tour of Glacier Hills County Park and Heritage Trails County Park. The agenda lists no formal votes or ordinance discussions, only a guided tour of development areas at these locations.

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✓ Decided: Committee toured Glacier Hills and Heritage Trails parks; no decisions recorded

The Washington County Land Use and Planning Committee and Land Conservation Committee met on May 25, 2024. The meeting consisted of a tour of the Glacier Hills Hall, Cabins, and Lakefront Development Project, followed by a tour of Heritage Trails County Park. No substantive decisions, votes, or actions were taken during the session.

Wed May 22, 2024 · 04:00 PM

Human Services Committee Meeting

Committee reviews opioid settlement, recovery housing, and child support staffing

The Washington County Human Services Committee will discuss updates on the opioid settlement and a recovery housing needs assessment. The agenda also includes a review of the ARPA Behavioral Health Community Grant and a proposal for a new Children’s Long Term Support Case Manager position. Members will vote on the election of a Vice-Chairperson and review quarterly reports on children and families.

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✓ Decided: Human Services Committee elects Vice-Chairperson and approves case manager resolution

The committee elected Chris Bossert as Vice-Chairperson. Members approved a draft resolution for a Children’s Long Term Support Case Manager position to be forwarded to the County Board. Several reports on health and human services were presented for discussion.

Tue May 21, 2024 · 10:00 AM

Local Emergency Planning Committee Meeting

Washington County LEPC regular meeting with no specific agenda items listed

The Washington County Local Emergency Planning Committee will hold a regular meeting on May 21, 2024. The agenda lists only procedural steps like roll call and adjournment, with no specific proposals or actions detailed in the text. The next meeting is scheduled for August 20, 2024.

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Mon May 20, 2024 · 07:30 AM

Washington County Golf Course, Parks and Trails Endowment Fund Committee

Washington County Golf Course, Parks and Trails Endowment Fund Committee meets May 20, 2024

The Washington County Golf Course, Parks and Trails Endowment Fund Committee is scheduled to meet on May 20, 2024. The agenda lists standard procedural items and a general 'Discussion or Possible Action' section, but does not specify any concrete proposals, budgets, or decisions for this meeting.

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Thu May 16, 2024 · 07:30 AM

Land Use and Planning Committee Meeting

Committee reviews conditional use permit for HTS Family LLC in Town of Polk

The Washington County Land Use and Planning Committee will hold a public hearing on a conditional use permit for HTS Family LLC in the Town of Polk. The agenda also includes votes to elect a Vice-Chairperson and Secretary, and resolutions confirming planning services for the Villages of Kewaskum and Jackson.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves municipal planning services for Kewaskum and Jackson

The committee approved two resolutions to provide municipal planning services to the villages of Kewaskum and Jackson using shared county sales tax revenue. A conditional use permit for commercial development in the Town of Polk was also approved. The committee elected its Vice-Chairperson and Secretary.

Thu May 16, 2024 · 04:00 PM

Public Works Committee Meeting

County considers bridge replacement in Addison and IT services for West Bend

The Public Works Committee will discuss and potentially vote on resolutions for a bridge and culvert replacement in the Town of Addison and for providing IT services to the Town of West Bend. The agenda also includes quarterly reports on facilities, technology, and transit, as well as a minor grant related to a highway construction project.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves IT services for Town of West Bend and bridge resolution

The Public Works Committee approved two draft resolutions to be forwarded to the County Board. These include a bridge and culvert replacement in the Town of Addison and the provision of IT services to the Town of West Bend.

Wed May 15, 2024 · 07:30 AM

Public Safety Committee Meeting

Committee reviews radio grants, EMS programs, and sheriff updates

The Washington County Public Safety Committee will discuss updates from the Sheriff's Department, Fire/EMS, and Medical Examiner's Office. The agenda includes approving radio grant applications for Germantown and West Bend, as well as using Strategic Priorities Funds for a Sheriff's Honor Guard Team and a Tactical EMS Program for the SWAT Team. Members will also elect a Vice-Chairperson and review a grant application for the Public Safety Answering Point.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves radio grants, honor guard funds, and PSAP grant resolution

The Washington County Public Safety Committee approved radio grant applications for the Village of Germantown and City of West Bend, along with a modification to a previous Germantown grant. The committee also authorized up to $16,000 for the Sheriff’s Honor Guard Team and up to $15,000 for a Tactical EMS Program for the SWAT Team. Additionally, the committee approved a draft resolution to apply for a Public Safety Answering Point (PSAP) grant for Fiscal Year 2025 and forwarded it to the County Board.

Wed May 15, 2024 · 04:00 PM

Executive Committee Meeting

Washington County committee discusses housing, debt policy, and potential sale of Samaritan Health Center

The Washington County Executive Committee will discuss updates on housing initiatives and debt policy, along with proposed general fund transfers for UWM-WC maintenance and Samaritan costs. The committee will also hold a closed session to deliberate on a potential sale of the Samaritan Health Center.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves Samaritan cost transfer; postpones UWM-WC building transfer

The Executive Committee approved a draft resolution for a General Fund Transfer for Samaritan Costs and forwarded it to the County Board. A separate draft resolution for a General Fund Transfer for UWM-WC Maintenance of Building and Ground was postponed to the next meeting. The committee also held a closed session to discuss a potential sale of the Samaritan Health Center, but took no action on that item.

Fri May 10, 2024 · 08:30 AM

Joint Board of Health Meeting

Joint Board of Health to elect chair and review public health updates

The Joint Washington-Ozaukee Board of Health will meet to elect a Chair and Co-Chair and discuss current public health matters. The agenda includes updates on communicable diseases, the WIC program, and a presentation on the department's Level III designation. The meeting also covers routine procedural items like approving previous minutes.

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✓ Decided: Board of Health reappoints Chair and appoints Co-Chair

The Joint Washington Ozaukee Board of Health reappointed its Chair and appointed a Co-Chair. The board approved the minutes from January 12, 2024, and received updates on WIC enrollment and lead testing campaigns.

Wed May 8, 2024 · 05:15 PM

Executive Committee Meeting

Committee discusses 2024 resolution for County Clerk election integrity package

The Washington County Executive Committee will meet on May 8, 2024, to discuss a 2024 resolution regarding a General Fund transfer for a County Clerk election integrity package. The agenda also includes the approval of minutes from the April 24 meeting and the scheduling of the next meeting.

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✓ Decided: Executive Committee forwards election integrity fund transfer to County Board

The Executive Committee approved a draft resolution for a General Fund transfer for the County Clerk Election Integrity Package. This resolution will now be forwarded to the County Board for further action.

Wed May 8, 2024 · 06:00 PM

Washington County Board of Supervisors

County Board considers commendations, fund transfers, and ARPA updates

The Washington County Board of Supervisors will discuss updates on ARPA funds and economic development. The agenda includes resolutions to commend two individuals and requests for a 2023 carryover and a general fund transfer for election integrity.

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✓ Decided: Board approves $150,000 for County Clerk election initiatives

The Board of Supervisors approved a $150,000 transfer from the General Fund to the County Clerk's budget for election initiatives. The Board also approved a request to carry forward 2023 funds and issued retirement commendations.

🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Moved by Mr. Schodron, seconded by Mr. Vespalec to adopt 2024 Resolution 4: 2023 Carryover 2 Request. Motion carried. Voting Aye: Bailey, Bossert, Burg, Gallitz, Gurath, Hartwig, Konrath, 3…
2 absent
Kelling absent · Krebs absent
Moved by Mr. Bossert, seconded by Mr. Merry to adopt 2024 Resolution 5: General Fund 15 Transfer County Clerk Election Integrity Package. Motion carried. Voting Aye: Bailey, Bossert, 16 Burg…
1 abstain
Trautner abstain
Wed Apr 24, 2024 · 04:00 PM

Executive Committee Meeting

Washington County committee reviews brownfield redevelopment proposals and financial reports

The Washington County Executive Committee will discuss the County Treasurer's quarterly report and review proposals for the Brownfields Redevelopment Program. Specific items include potential funding for projects in St. Gabriel, Virtus Development, and the City of Hartford using the Brownfields Assessment Fund. The committee will also discuss a 2023 carryover request and updates to the County Clerk's office hours.

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✓ Decided: Executive Committee approves brownfields funding and clerk office hour changes

The committee approved funding for three brownfields redevelopment proposals and authorized spending for a UWM-WC appraisal. It also approved a 2023 carryover request for the County Board and updated the County Clerk's office hours.

Tue Apr 23, 2024 · 04:00 PM

Fire/EMS Task Force Meeting

Washington County Fire/EMS Task Force meets to discuss fire and emergency services.

The Washington County Fire/EMS Task Force is scheduled to meet on April 23, 2024, to discuss and potentially act on matters related to fire and emergency medical services. The provided agenda text contains only administrative notices and legal disclaimers, with no specific items listed for review or decision.

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Thu Apr 18, 2024 · 01:00 PM

ADRC Board Meeting

ADRC Board discusses aging supports, job openings, and team building

The Washington County Aging and Disability Resource Center Board meets to discuss aging plan focus areas, a pilot for independent living supports, and a job opening for a meal site manager. The agenda also includes a team building activity and a welcome for a new nutrition supervisor.

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Tue Apr 16, 2024 · 07:15 AM

Public Works Committee Meeting

Committee discusses revised relocation order for County Trunk Highway M

The Public Works Committee will discuss or take action on a 2023 resolution regarding a revised relocation order for County Trunk Highway M. The meeting also includes standard procedural items such as approving minutes from March 21, 2024.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves revised relocation order for County Trunk Highway M

The Public Works Committee approved a draft resolution for the 2023 Revised Relocation Order regarding County Trunk Highway M. This resolution will be forwarded to the County Board for further action.

Tue Apr 16, 2024 · 07:30 AM

Washington County Board of Supervisors Meeting

County board considers bridge repairs, sheriff dispatch expansion, and shared deputy position

The Washington County Board of Supervisors is meeting to consider a series of resolutions and ordinances. Key items include funding for a bridge replacement in Farmington, amendments to the capital improvement plan for sheriff's office renovations, and the creation of a shared deputy position. The board will also review grant applications for energy efficiency and agricultural runoff management.

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✓ Decided: Board approves multiple grants and funding for county infrastructure and staffing

The Board approved several grant applications for energy efficiency and runoff management, along with funding for a shared deputy position and land conservation. It also authorized a bridge replacement in the Town of Farmington and a relocation order for County Trunk Highway M.

🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Moved by Mr. Hartwig, seconded by Mr. Kelling to adopt 2023 Resolution 75: County Aided 42 Bridge and Culvert Replacement – Town of Farmington. Motion carried. Voting Aye: Bailey, 43 Bossert, Burg…
1 abstain · 1 absent
Neumann abstain · Vacant absent
Tue Apr 16, 2024 · 08:00 AM

Washington County Board of Supervisors Organizational Meeting

County supervisors elect chair and committee leaders for 2024-2026 session

The Washington County Board of Supervisors held its organizational meeting to swear in new members and elect leadership positions. The agenda included voting for the Board Chairperson, four Standing Committee Chairpersons, and two Vice-Chairpersons. The only substantive item listed was a commendation resolution for Jeffery Millikin.

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✓ Decided: Washington County Board elects Chairperson and committee leaders

The Board of Supervisors held an organizational meeting to swear in members and elect leadership for the 2024-2026 term. The board adopted its Rules of Order and elected a Chairperson, two Vice-Chairpersons, and four committee chairs.

Mon Apr 15, 2024 · 04:00 PM

Farmland Preservation Plan Advisory Committee Meeting

Farmland Preservation Plan Advisory Committee meets April 15, 2024

The Washington County Farmland Preservation Plan Advisory Committee is scheduled to meet on April 15, 2024. The agenda lists standard procedural items and a general discussion or possible action item, but does not specify the exact proposals or decisions to be considered.

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✓ Decided: Committee recommends approval of Farmland Preservation Plan Chapters 4 and 5

The Washington County Farmland Preservation Plan Advisory Committee recommended approval of Chapter 4 and Chapter 5 of the 2024 Farmland Preservation Plan. Chapter 4 was approved with the addition of the USDA definition of 'farm' and a requirement for re-review when new data is available. Chapter 5 was approved with added information on the PACE program criteria. The committee also requested larger, more detailed maps for the next meeting to help identify suitable farmland parcels.

Thu Apr 11, 2024 · 11:00 AM

Site Redevelopment Steering Committee Meeting

Washington County Site Redevelopment Steering Committee meets April 11, 2024

The Site Redevelopment Steering Committee will hold a regular meeting on April 11, 2024. The agenda lists standard procedural items and a general discussion or possible action item, but does not specify the particular projects or decisions to be reviewed.

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✓ Decided: Committee recommends three site redevelopment projects for executive approval

The Site Redevelopment Steering Committee reviewed and recommended three funding requests for environmental assessments and planning to the executive committee. The projects involve sites in the Village of Richfield, the City of Hartford, and a District One site.

Wed Apr 10, 2024 · 10:00 AM

Fire/EMS Sub-Committee Meeting

Agenda text for Washington County Fire/EMS Sub-Committee meeting is not provided.

The provided text contains only a link to the agenda and backup materials for the April 10, 2024, meeting. No specific items, decisions, or discussions are listed in the source document.

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✓ Decided: Fire/EMS Sub-Committee finalizes draft RFP document

The committee completed a line-by-line review and update of a draft RFP document. A schedule was also finalized for reviewing references and proposals once the RFP timeline is complete.

Tue Apr 9, 2024 · 07:30 AM

UW Extension Task Force Meeting

Task force discusses UW Extension budget and recommendations

The UW Extension Task Force meets to review the UW-Extension Budget Summary and discuss its recommendations. The agenda lists these items for discussion or possible action but does not specify final decisions. The meeting also includes standard procedural steps like approving previous minutes.

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✓ Decided: UW Extension Task Force reviews recommendations and budget summary

The task force met to discuss UW-Extension recommendations and a budget summary presented by county officials. No substantive actions were taken on these items during the meeting.

Mon Apr 8, 2024 · 08:30 AM

Board of Canvass

Board of Canvass to certify April 2 election results and discuss potential recounts

The Washington County Board of Canvass will meet to conduct the official canvass of the Spring Election and Presidential Preference Vote held on April 2, 2024. The board will also discuss rules for any potential recounts and perform a post-election, pre-certification audit. This is a procedural meeting to verify and certify election results.

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✓ Decided: Board of Canvassers audits April 2 Spring Election and Presidential Preference results

The Board of Canvassers reviewed ballots and poll books from the April 2, 2024, election across various towns and cities. The board identified several machine jams and poll book discrepancies, adjusting final totals to include previously uncounted ballots.

Thu Apr 4, 2024 · 03:30 PM

UW Extension Task Force Meeting

Task force reviews UW Extension community and human development programs

The UW Extension Task Force meets to discuss and potentially act on programming for Community Development and Human Development & Relationships. The agenda includes overviews from specialists and educators regarding these areas. No specific budget changes, rezonings, or contracts are listed for formal action in this text.

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✓ Decided: Task Force approved March 13 minutes; reviewed UW Extension programming specialists

The Washington County UW Extension Task Force approved the minutes from the March 13, 2024 meeting. The group reviewed presentations from various UW Extension specialists regarding Community Development and Human Development programming. No substantive policy decisions or votes on new actions were recorded during this session.

Wed Apr 3, 2024 · 05:00 PM

County Board Meeting

Washington County Board discusses potential sale of Samaritan Health Center

The Washington County Board of Supervisors will discuss the potential sale of the Samaritan Health Center. The agenda includes a closed session to update the Board on this potential sale, followed by an open session to take action on items discussed in the closed session. The meeting also covers standard procedural items like minutes and the next meeting date.

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✓ Decided: Board approves sale of Samaritan Health Center to EOM Health Care, LLC

The County Board approved the sale of the Samaritan Health Center's land and buildings to EOM Health Care, LLC, pending successful negotiations of a purchase agreement. The Board also required the County Executive to provide monthly progress reports on these negotiations.

Thu Mar 21, 2024 · 07:30 AM

Land Use and Planning Committee Meeting

Committee reviews grant applications for energy, runoff, and urban construction projects

The Washington County Land Use and Planning Committee will discuss several 2023 grant applications, including funding for energy efficiency rebates, runoff management, and urban construction. The agenda also includes a proposed transfer from the General Fund to support a rural land and water conservation program. Routine items include approving previous minutes and releasing contracts for two properties.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves four grant-related resolutions for County Board review

The Land Use and Planning Committee approved several draft resolutions regarding grant applications and fund transfers. These items were forwarded to the County Board for further action. The committee also approved several cost-share contract releases and payments.

Thu Mar 21, 2024 · 09:00 AM

Land Information Council Meeting

Washington County Land Information Council discusses state law updates and future land plans

The Washington County Land Information Council meets to review the implementation of 2023 Assembly Bill 966 and discuss the process for creating the 2025-2027 Land Information Plan. The agenda also includes a review of an amendment to the 2021 Land Information Plan and a report on the WLIP Fund. The meeting begins with standard procedural items such as the call to order and approval of previous minutes.

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✓ Decided: Land Information Council adopts 2021 Plan amendment

The Washington County Land Information Council approved the consent agenda, which included previous minutes and a fund report. The council also adopted an amendment to the 2021 Washington County Land Information Plan and discussed the implementation of 2023 Assembly Bill 966 and the 2025-2027 plan timeline.

Thu Mar 21, 2024 · 04:00 PM

Public Works Committee Meeting

Washington County Public Works Committee reviews highway, transit, and bridge reports

The Washington County Public Works Committee is scheduled to review quarterly reports on highways, transit ridership, and roadway shared revenue. The agenda also includes discussions on a 2050 transportation plan for Hartford and Farmington, a bridge replacement resolution for Farmington, and a potential ordinance transition from the Executive Committee.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves bridge and culvert replacement resolution for Town of Farmington

The Public Works Committee approved a draft resolution for county-aided bridge and culvert replacement in the Town of Farmington and forwarded it to the County Board. The committee also reviewed several reports regarding transit, roadway safety, and transportation planning.

Wed Mar 20, 2024 · 07:30 AM

Public Safety Committee Meeting

Committee reviews radio grants for four municipalities and Sheriff's staffing updates

The Washington County Public Safety Committee will discuss updates on correctional officer staffing, an anti-crime plan, and dispatch consolidations. The agenda includes possible approval of radio grant applications for the Village of Jackson, City of West Bend, Village of Germantown, and City of Hartford. Members will also review a 2023 resolution regarding a shared deputy position and another resolution concerning unspent capital improvement funds for Sheriff's Office renovations.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves radio grants for four municipalities and a shared deputy position

The Public Safety Committee approved amended radio grant processes and applications for the Village of Jackson, City of West Bend, Village of Germantown, and City of Hartford. The committee also approved a draft resolution to create a shared deputy position between the Town of West Bend and the Sheriff's Office, forwarding it to the County Board. Updates on correctional staffing, anti-crime plans, dispatch consolidation, and fire/EMS grants were presented for discussion without further action.

Wed Mar 20, 2024 · 10:00 AM

Fire/EMS Sub-Committee Meeting

Agenda text for Washington County Fire/EMS Sub-Committee is not provided in the source.

The provided document lists a meeting date and title but does not include the actual agenda items or attachments. Consequently, no specific decisions, discussions, or proposals can be reported. The source is limited to a link placeholder for the agenda and backup materials.

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✓ Decided: Fire/EMS Sub-Committee sets RFP submittal deadline for June 14

The committee conducted a line-by-line review and edited a draft RFP document. They established a deadline of June 14, 2024, at 2:00 pm for RFP submittals.

Wed Mar 20, 2024 · 04:00 PM

Executive Committee Meeting

Committee discusses funding Sheriff's office renovation and Hartford Walmart tax defense

The Washington County Executive Committee will review quarterly reports from the Clerk, Finance, and HR departments. Key discussions include using unspent capital improvement funds to renovate the Sheriff's office administrative area and defending the assessed value of the Hartford Walmart property. The committee will also consider an ordinance amending rules for the Executive and Public Works Committees.

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✓ Decided: Executive Committee approves funding for master plan and Sheriff's Office renovation

The committee approved spending up to $50,000 for a master plan architectural fee and authorized the use of unspent CIP funds for Sheriff's Office renovations. A draft ordinance regarding committee amendments was forwarded to the County Board, and the committee reached a consensus to use $300,000 in ARPA funds for tourism grants.

Wed Mar 13, 2024 · 06:00 PM

Washington County Board of Supervisors Meeting

Board to vote on elected officials' salaries and zoning map amendments

The Washington County Board of Supervisors will consider resolutions setting salaries for elected officials and amending shoreland, wetland, and floodplain zoning maps in the Towns of Erin and Polk. The agenda also includes a budget amendment for the Medical Examiner’s Office and a reauthorization of self-insurance for worker’s compensation liabilities.

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✓ Decided: Board approves $25k Medical Examiner budget amendment and elected official salaries

The Washington County Board of Supervisors approved several resolutions and ordinances, including a budget amendment for the Medical Examiner’s Office and a resolution setting salaries for elected officials. The board also authorized county-aided bridge replacement in the Town of Jackson and amended zoning maps for the Towns of Erin and Polk. Three retirement commendations were adopted, and presentations on strategic priorities and fair park leadership were heard.

Wed Mar 13, 2024 · 11:30 AM

UW Extension Task Force

Task force discusses UW Extension agriculture programming and specialist access

The UW Extension Task Force meets to discuss agriculture programming in Washington County. The agenda includes an overview of access to an agriculture specialist and a review of local educator needs and outcomes. No formal votes or budget decisions are listed on the agenda.

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✓ Decided: UW Extension Task Force approves February meeting minutes

The task force approved the minutes from February 15 and February 29, 2024. The remainder of the meeting consisted of presentations and discussions regarding agriculture programming and educators.

Tue Mar 12, 2024 · 04:00 PM

Fire/EMS Task Force Meeting

Washington County Fire/EMS Task Force meeting agenda lists no specific business items.

The agenda for the March 12, 2024, Washington County Fire/EMS Task Force meeting contains only procedural notices and links to attachments. No specific proposals, votes, or discussion topics are listed in the provided text.

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✓ Decided: Fire/EMS Task Force reviews RFP draft and plans future budget presentations

The Task Force reviewed draft requirements for a Request for Proposals (RFP) regarding county-wide Fire/EMS services, including asset assessment, staffing models, and training facilities. Members also established a schedule for upcoming budget presentations to better understand departmental funding across the county. No formal votes were taken during this meeting.

Wed Mar 6, 2024 · 09:00 AM

County Traffic Safety Commission

Washington County Traffic Safety Commission holds regular meeting with no specific agenda items listed.

The Washington County Traffic Safety Commission scheduled a regular meeting for March 6, 2024. The agenda lists only procedural steps such as roll call and adjournment, with no specific proposals, contracts, or hearings detailed in the text. The next meeting is scheduled for June 6, 2024.

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✓ Decided: Traffic Safety Commission approves December 2023 minutes

The commission met to receive updates on crash trends, fatal accidents, and draft safety analyses for county intersections and roadways. No substantive action items were presented for a vote.

Tue Mar 5, 2024 · 03:00 PM

Veterans Service Commission

Veterans Service Commission agenda lists no specific items for discussion or action.

The Washington County Veterans Service Commission scheduled a regular meeting for March 5, 2024. The agenda contains only a generic placeholder for discussion or possible action, with no specific topics, proposals, or decisions listed in the provided text.

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✓ Decided: Veterans Service Commission approves $7,000 endowment draw for Memorial Day flags

The Commission approved a maximum draw of $7,000 from the Endowment fund to purchase flags and markers for the 2024 Memorial Day program. The board also approved the minutes from June 13, 2023.

Thu Feb 29, 2024 · 03:00 PM

UW Extension Task Force Meeting

Task Force discusses Wisconsin 4-H and youth development programs

The UW Extension Task Force meets to discuss Wisconsin 4-H and Community Youth Development programs. The agenda includes overviews from state, Washington County, Calumet County, and Lee Delcore perspectives. No formal votes or budget decisions are listed on the agenda.

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✓ Decided: Task force reviewed 4-H and youth development programs; no votes recorded

The Washington County UW Extension Task Force met to review presentations on 4-H and Community Youth Development programs from state, county, and local leaders. The meeting consisted of informational presentations and Q&A sessions, with no formal motions, votes, or decisions recorded. The next meeting was scheduled for March 13, 2024.

Wed Feb 28, 2024 · 04:00 PM

Human Services Committee Meeting

Committee discusses future of Samaritan Health Center and reviews quarterly reports

The Washington County Human Services Committee will review quarterly administrative and behavioral health reports from the Human Services Department. The committee will also discuss the future of the Samaritan Health Center. Additionally, the committee will approve minutes from the previous meeting and review year-end reports for ARPA grants.

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✓ Decided: Human Services Committee approves January meeting minutes

The committee approved the minutes from the January 24, 2024, meeting. Members received quarterly reports on HSD Administration and Behavioral Health, and held a discussion regarding the future of the Samaritan Health Center.

Mon Feb 26, 2024 · 06:00 PM

Farmland Preservation Plan Advisory Committee Meeting

Farmland Preservation Plan Advisory Committee meets to discuss agenda packet

The Washington County Farmland Preservation Plan Advisory Committee is scheduled to meet on February 26, 2024. The agenda lists a general discussion or possible action item linked to an external packet, but no specific decisions, contracts, or ordinances are detailed in the text provided. The meeting also includes standard procedural items like roll call and setting the next meeting date.

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✓ Decided: Committee recommends approval of draft chapters 1-3 of Farmland Preservation Plan

The Farmland Preservation Plan Advisory Committee elected new leadership and reviewed the first three draft chapters of the updated Washington County Farmland Preservation Plan. The committee voted to recommend approval of Chapters 1, 2, and 3. Staff presentations on the state program and planning process were also provided.

Wed Feb 21, 2024 · 04:00 PM

Executive Committee Meeting

Committee reviews Virtus site funding and EDWC loan fund proposals

The Executive Committee will discuss quarterly reports on IT and GIS, updates to the Master Plan and strategic priorities, and resolutions regarding self-insurance and elected official salaries. The committee will also consider approving funding for the Virtus Development District site and review proposals for the Economic Development Washington County Revolving Loan Fund Program in a closed session.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves funding for Virtus site and forwards two resolutions to County Board

The Executive Committee approved $19,360 in funding for the Virtus Development District One site using the County Brownfields Assessment Fund. The committee also approved draft resolutions for reauthorizing self-insurance for worker's compensation liabilities and setting elected officials' salaries, forwarding both to the County Board. Several quarterly reports and updates were presented for discussion, and the committee convened in closed session to review the EDWC Impact Revolving Loan Fund Program, though no action was taken on that item.

Wed Feb 21, 2024 · 06:00 PM

Washington County Board of Supervisors Meeting

Board discusses potential sale of Samaritan

The Washington County Board of Supervisors meets to discuss the potential sale of Samaritan. The agenda lists this as a discussion item for initiation and deliberation, with no other substantive business scheduled.

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✓ Decided: Washington County Board discusses sale of Samaritan

The Board of Supervisors met to discuss the sale of Samaritan. No substantive decisions or votes were recorded during the meeting.

Wed Feb 21, 2024 · 07:30 AM

Public Safety Committee Meeting

Washington County Public Safety Committee discusses fee changes and budget amendments

The Washington County Public Safety Committee will review proposed modifications to the 2024 fee schedule and a budget amendment for the Medical Examiner’s Office. The agenda also includes staff acknowledgments for specific police cases and approvals for radio grant processes and applications.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves Medical Examiner budget amendment and radio grant process

The Public Safety Committee approved a budget amendment and general fund transfer for the Medical Examiner’s Office. The committee also approved a radio grant process, while postponing a decision on a specific application from the Village of Jackson Police Department.

Tue Feb 20, 2024 · 10:00 AM

Local Emergency Planning Committee Meeting

Washington County LEPC meets Feb 20, 2024, with no substantive agenda items listed.

The Washington County Local Emergency Planning Committee held a regular meeting on February 20, 2024. The agenda lists only procedural steps such as roll call and adjournment, with no specific proposals, contracts, or public hearings detailed for discussion or action.

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✓ Decided: LEPC elects new officers and approves multiple hazardous material off-site plans

The committee elected Mary Ellen Mortensen as Vice Chairperson and John Spartz as Secretary. Members approved updated off-site plans for three facilities and a new plan for one facility. The committee also reviewed current Tier II reporting status and upcoming emergency training schedules.

Thu Feb 15, 2024 · 07:35 AM

UW Extension Task Force Meeting

Task force to elect leadership and discuss UW Extension budget alignment

The UW Extension Task Force will meet to elect a Chair and Vice-Chair. The agenda includes a discussion on the task force's creation, its purpose, and how it aligns with current county priorities through priority-based budgeting. No specific funding amounts or final decisions are listed in the agenda.

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✓ Decided: UW Extension Task Force elects Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson

The task force elected its leadership for the term. Members received presentations on the task force's creation, the UW-Extension purpose, and priority-based budgeting.

Thu Feb 15, 2024 · 07:30 AM

Land Use & Planning Committee Meeting

Public hearings on a conditional use permit and two zoning changes in Washington County

The Land Use & Planning Committee will hold public hearings on a conditional use permit in West Bend and two rezoning requests in the Towns of Erin and Polk. The agenda also includes discussion of a golf quarterly report and approval of a payment to Stoffel Grain Farms Inc.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves conditional use permit and two floodplain rezoning ordinances

The committee approved a conditional use permit for residential construction near Big Cedar Lake. It also approved two draft ordinances to amend floodplain zoning maps in the Town of Erin and Town of Polk, forwarding both to the County Board.

Thu Feb 15, 2024 · 04:00 PM

Public Works Committee Meeting

Washington County Public Works Committee discusses transit reports and bridge aid

The Washington County Public Works Committee will review quarterly transit reports, ridership data, and an update on Amtrak expansion. The committee will also discuss a 2023 resolution regarding bridge and culvert aid for the Town of Jackson. The meeting includes standard procedural items such as approving previous minutes.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves bridge and culvert aid for Town of Jackson

The Public Works Committee approved a draft resolution for 2023 Bridge and Culvert Aid for the Town of Jackson and forwarded it to the County Board. The committee also reviewed reports on transit and Amtrak expansion.

Thu Feb 15, 2024 · 10:30 AM

Site Redevelopment Steering Committee Meeting

Washington County Site Redevelopment Steering Committee meets Feb 15, 2024

The Site Redevelopment Steering Committee will hold a regular meeting on February 15, 2024. The agenda lists standard procedural items and a general discussion or possible action item, but specific details are contained in a separate packet not included in this text.

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✓ Decided: Committee recommends Greg Nagel’s brownfield project to executive committee

The Site Redevelopment Committee approved the minutes from December 5, 2023. They reviewed a funding request from Greg Nagel for the District One site, noting that a phase II environmental assessment found lead-based paint, asbestos, and soil contamination. The committee voted to recommend this project to the executive committee, pending a revised assessment that includes groundwater monitoring.

Wed Feb 14, 2024 · 05:00 PM

Executive Committee Meeting

Committee discusses EMS funding and county office relocation plans

The Washington County Executive Committee will discuss a resolution to transfer General Fund money for emergency services and fire grants to replace American Rescue Plan Act funding. They will also consider amending the 2024-2029 Capital Improvement Plan to relocate the County Attorney and County Board offices. Additionally, the committee will review a $1,000 contribution to the National Center for Public Lands Counties.

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✓ Decided: Executive Committee advances resolutions for EMS funding and office relocation

The committee approved two draft resolutions to be forwarded to the County Board regarding emergency services funding and capital improvement plan amendments. It also approved a $1,000 contribution to the National Center for Public Lands Counties.

Wed Feb 14, 2024 · 06:00 PM

Washington County Board of Supervisors

Board discusses potential sale of Samaritan Health Center in closed session

The Washington County Board of Supervisors will review ordinance amendments for licenses and penalties, approve a general fund transfer to replace federal ARPA funding for emergency services, and amend the capital improvement plan for office relocations. The board will also hold a closed session to discuss the potential sale of the Samaritan Health Center.

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✓ Decided: Board authorizes negotiation for 12.5-acre parcel for skilled nursing facility

The Board approved a $2 million transfer from the General Fund to replace expired federal funding for EMS and fire grants. They also authorized the County Executive to negotiate the purchase of a 12.5-acre parcel for a skilled nursing facility, following a closed session discussion. Additionally, the Board adopted an ordinance increasing permit fees for starting work without a permit and amended the capital improvement plan to allocate up to $150,000 for office relocations.

🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Moved by Mr. Vespalec, seconded by Mr. Schodron to return to Open Session at 6:56 p.m. 34 Motion carried by roll call vote. Voting Aye: Bailey, Bossert, Burg, Gallitz, Gurath, Hartwig, 35 Kelling…
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that the purpose of the acquisition being the construction of skilled nursing and related 2 facilities in Washington County pursuant to the Operations Transfer Agreement signed by the 3 County…
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Wed Feb 14, 2024 · 04:00 PM

Fire/EMS Task Force Meeting

Washington County Fire/EMS Task Force meets to elect leadership and set mission

The Washington County Fire/EMS Task Force is holding its initial meeting to elect a Chair and Vice-Chair. The committee will discuss its mission, the role of the Chief Public Safety Officer, and a request for proposals for a consultant or university partner. No final decisions or budget approvals are listed on the agenda.

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✓ Decided: Task force elects leaders and forms sub-committee to select fire/EMS consultant

The Washington County Fire/EMS Task Force elected Tony Burgard as Chair and Brian Heckendorf as Vice Chair. County Executive Josh Schoemann outlined a policy agenda and a proposed Chief Public Safety Officer role. A sub-committee was formed to identify key study areas and recommend consultants for a Request for Proposals, with a timeline targeting selection in September 2024.

Wed Jan 24, 2024 · 04:00 PM

Human Services Committee Meeting

Washington County committee reviews veteran services, meal contracts, and lead poisoning campaign

The Washington County Human Services Committee will discuss quarterly reports on veterans services and aging resources. The agenda includes potential actions on home-delivered meals contracts, a new meal site in Kewaskum, and using federal ARPA funds for Samaritan staffing. A childhood lead poisoning campaign is also scheduled for discussion.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves closing ADRC Kewaskum Meal Site and ARPA funds for Samaritan staffing

The Washington County Human Services Committee approved the closure of the ADRC Kewaskum Meal Site by motion. The committee also reached a general consensus to approve the use of ARPA funds for Samaritan staffing. The Veterans Services Quarterly Report was postponed to the next meeting, while other items were presented for discussion without formal votes.

Thu Jan 18, 2024 · 04:00 PM

Public Works Committee Meeting

Public hearing on Disadvantaged Business Equity and review of intersection safety plan

The Washington County Public Works Committee will hold a public hearing on Disadvantaged Business Equity. The committee will also discuss quarterly reports on facilities and transit ridership, as well as review an Intersection Safety Plan. The agenda includes standard procedural items such as approving minutes from previous meetings.

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✓ Decided: Public Works Committee approves Disadvantaged Business Equity

The committee held a public hearing and subsequently approved the Disadvantaged Business Equity. Meeting minutes from November 16, 2023, and January 10, 2024, were also approved. The committee reviewed reports on facilities, transit ridership, and intersection safety.

Thu Jan 18, 2024 · 07:30 AM

Land Use & Planning Committee Meeting

Committee discusses ordinance amendments for licenses, permits, and penalties

The Washington County Land Use & Planning Committee will review quarterly reports on deeds, community development, parks, and fair park operations. The agenda includes discussion of a 2023 ordinance amendment regarding licenses, permits, and penalties, as well as a discussion on the Fair Park Amphitheater. Several cost-share contracts and payments for farms are listed on the consent agenda for approval.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves draft ordinance on licenses, permits, and penalties

The committee approved a draft ordinance amending sections 190-9 and 275-23 regarding licenses, permits, and penalties for forwarding to the County Board. Members also approved several cost-share contracts and wildlife damage program claims.

Thu Jan 18, 2024 · 01:00 PM

ADRC Board Meeting

ADRC Board to elect chair and discuss aging plan input

The Washington County Aging and Disability Resource Center Board will hold its regular meeting on January 18, 2024. The agenda includes the election of a new Board Chair and discussions on the ADRC State Budget and an upcoming Aging Plan. Board members will also welcome new staff and review an Independent Living Supports Pilot program.

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✓ Decided: Charlotte Gruszynski elected as ADRC Board Chair

The board elected a new chairperson and approved the minutes from October 2023. Director Tammy Anderson provided updates on state budget allocations, the Independent Living Supports Pilot, and upcoming aging plan data collection.

Wed Jan 17, 2024 · 04:00 PM

Executive Committee Meeting

Committee discusses ARPA housing funds and potential sale of Samaritan Health Center

The Washington County Executive Committee will review quarterly budget and treasurer reports. They will discuss using ARPA funds for a down payment incentive program and consider relocating the County Attorney and Board Chair. A closed session is scheduled to discuss a potential sale of the Samaritan Health Center.

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✓ Decided: Executive Committee reaches consensus on ARPA funds for down payment program

The committee reached a general consensus to approve $183,700 in ARPA funds for a Down Payment Incentive Program. The committee also reviewed quarterly reports from the County Treasurer and the Budget, Policy & Analytics office.

Wed Jan 17, 2024 · 07:30 AM

Public Safety Committee Meeting

Washington County Public Safety Committee meets Jan 17 for reports and staff acknowledgment

The Washington County Public Safety Committee will hold its regular meeting on January 17, 2024. The agenda includes a consent agenda for previous minutes and a taskforce report, followed by discussions on a Sheriff's Department quarterly report, a Medical Examiner update, and a staff acknowledgment for Deputy Christopher Parkinson.

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✓ Decided: Public Safety Committee approves December meeting minutes

The committee approved the minutes from the December 20, 2023 meeting. The remainder of the meeting consisted of reports and staff acknowledgments with no further formal actions taken.

Fri Jan 12, 2024 · 08:30 AM

Joint Board of Health Meeting

Joint Board of Health discusses disease reports and WIC program updates

The Joint Washington Ozaukee Board of Health meets virtually to review routine public health updates. The agenda includes a communicable disease report, a WIC program update, and general updates from the Public Health Director. No specific policy changes or votes are listed for this session.

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✓ Decided: Board approves November 2023 minutes; reviews health updates

The Joint Washington Ozaukee Board of Health approved the minutes from November 10, 2023. The meeting focused on updates regarding communicable disease reporting, WIC program trends, and public health initiatives including lead testing and substance use outreach. No new policies or budget items were voted on during this session.

Wed Jan 10, 2024 · 05:30 PM

Public Works Committee Meeting

Committee discusses revised relocation order for County Trunk Highway M

The Washington County Public Works Committee is scheduled to discuss or take possible action on a 2023 resolution regarding a revised relocation order for County Trunk Highway M. The agenda also includes standard procedural items such as the call to order and the announcement of the next meeting date.

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✓ Decided: Committee approved draft resolution for CTH M relocation order

The Public Works Committee approved a draft resolution regarding a revised relocation order for County Trunk Highway M. The motion was moved by Michael Schwab and seconded by Doug Neumann, and it carried. The committee forwarded the resolution to the County Board for further action.

Wed Jan 10, 2024 · 06:00 PM

Washington County Board of Supervisors Meeting

Board considers budget amendments and highway relocation order

The Washington County Board of Supervisors will discuss amendments to the 2024-2025 operating budget and capital improvement plan, including transferring funds from UW-Washington County to Moraine Park Technical College. The agenda also includes a revised relocation order for County Trunk Highway M and several commendation resolutions for local individuals.

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✓ Decided: Board approves $500,000 transfer to Moraine Park Technical College

The Board approved a budget and capital improvement plan amendment to transfer $500,000 to Moraine Park Technical College as a matching grant. The Board also authorized a relocation order for the reconstruction of County Trunk Highway M and issued several retirement commendations.

🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Moved by Mr. Bossert, seconded by Mr. Kelling to adopt 2023 Resolution 62: 2023 Resolution 34 62: Amend 2024 – 2025 Operating Budget; General Fund Transfer; Amend 2024 - 2029 Capital 35 Improvement…
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Moved by Mr. Schodron, seconded by Ms. Schulteis to adopt 2023 Resolution 63: Revised 47 Relocation Order – County Trunk Highway M. Motion carried. Voting Aye: Bailey, Bossert, 48 Burg, Gurath…
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Krebs absent