Waukesha public meetings in 2025

Plan Commission

The Waukesha Plan Commission will review the final site plan for 1351 E Main Street and discuss recommendations for the Zoning Code Update, including general provisions, decision-making procedures, and definitions.

• Final Site Plan & Architectural Review for 1351 E Main Street (PC25-0198)
• Review of Zoning Code Update: General Provisions, Decision-Making Procedures, Definitions, and Non-conformities
• Public comment period scheduled
• Meeting held at City Hall, 201 Delafield Street
• Majority of Council members may be in attendance

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will meet to discuss and potentially authorize one-time sewer credits for eight residents. The board will also review payments and approve minutes from the December 4, 2025 meeting.

• Review of one-time sewer credit requests for 601 Cambridge, 508 N Greenfield Ave, 2214 Kayla Dr, 3807 Oakmont Trail, 1916 Ramona Rd, 931 River Hill Dr, 1216 Seitz Dr, and 2113 Tallgrass Cir
• Approval of payments (ID#25-02685)
• Approval of December 4, 2025 meeting minutes

Waukesha Water Commission

The Waukesha Water Commission will consider approving November 2025 payments from the General and Improvement Funds, purchasing network hardware for the new Operations Center, and establishing 2026 blanket purchase orders. A discussion item covers proposed 2026 fees and charges, which directly affect resident water bills. The commission will also receive a utility performance report and November financials.

• Approve November voucher list from General and Improvement Funds
• Approve purchase of network hardware for new Operations Center
• Approve 2026 blanket purchase orders
• Discuss 2026 fees and charges (attachment: 2026 Fees SIGNED)
• Receive 2025 utility performance report and November financial report

City Council

The Waukesha City Council will meet to approve consent agenda items including IT agreements, transit service amendments, and parking changes. The meeting includes a closed session to discuss a side letter of agreement with the International Association of Firefighters, Local 407, AFL-CIO.

• Contract with Peregrine for IT services
• Transit commission shop uniform bid from Vestis
• Amendment to intergovernmental cooperation agreement with Waukesha County
• Removal of 'No Turn on Red' sign at E. Broadway and Hartwell Avenue
• Contract change order with Short Pour Delivery Services for used oil collection improvements

Parks, Recreation and Forestry Board

The Parks, Recreation and Forestry Board will discuss and possibly recommend to the Common Council a contract with Spielbauer Fireworks Company, Inc. for the 2026 Janboree Fireworks event. The meeting also includes public comment, approval of prior minutes, and staff reports. A majority of Common Council members may be in attendance.

• Review and possible action (recommendation to Common Council) on 2026 Janboree Fireworks Event Contract with Spielbauer Fireworks Company, Inc.

Library Board

The Waukesha Library Board will review the 2026 Library Director goals and a consulting agreement for cafe services. The board will also discuss holiday schedule changes and receive reports on library activities and legislative updates.

• Review and possible action on 2026 Library Director Goals
• Review and possible action on Agreement for Cafe Consulting Services
• Review and possible action on holiday changes recommendations
• Public Comment (limited to three minutes per speaker)
• Closed session to discuss Library Director's annual evaluation

Deferred Compensation Board

The Deferred Compensation Board will review a proposal to add a ROTH investment option to the City of Waukesha's Mass Mutual deferred compensation plan. The board may take action to approve or reject this addition.

• Review of Mass Mutual ROTH investment option (ID#25-02679)
• Potential action to add ROTH option to deferred compensation plan

Cemetery Commission

The Waukesha Cemetery Commission will review proposed pricing changes for 2026 and approve minutes from a previous meeting. The body will also receive reports from the Cemetery Director and the Friends of Prairie Home Cemetery President.

• Review proposed pricing changes for 2026
• Approval of minutes from October 13, 2025
• Cemetery Director's report (Jan-Oct 2025)
• Friends of Prairie Home Cemetery President's report
• Cemetery Commission President's report

Ordinance & License Committee

The Ordinance & License Committee will meet to review license applications and discuss changes to the city's amusement arcade laws. The body will also consider the approval of previous meeting minutes.

• Proposed revisions to Mun Code 8.04 (Amusement Arcade ordinance)
• Invited Bartender license applications
• Other license applications

The Ordinance & License Committee approved the minutes from the November 24 meeting by unanimous consent. It approved bartender applications for James C. Galinsky and William F. Horstmeyer, and approved a private alarm application for Centec Security Systems along with a Class B beer and liquor combo for Kumi of Wisconsin, each by a 5‑0 vote. The committee also approved proposed revisions to Municipal Code 8.04 (Amusement Arcade Ordinance) to send to the City Council for a second reading, again by a 5‑0 vote. The bartender application for Terri L. Romano was deferred to the next meeting.

• Approved November 24 minutes (unanimous consent)
• Approved Bartender Application for James C. Galinsky (5-0)
• Approved Bartender Application for William F. Horstmeyer (5-0)
• Approved Private Alarm Application for Centec Security Systems and Class B beer/liquor combo for Kumi of Wisconsin (5-0)
• Approved revisions to Mun Code 8.04 Amusement Arcade Ordinance to send to City Council for Second Reading (5-0)
• Deferred Bartender Application for Terri L. Romano to next meeting (no vote recorded)

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will hold a special gathering to tour the Metro Badger Drive Facility. No official action is scheduled for this meeting.

• Tour of Metro Badger Drive Facility (2311 Badger Drive)
• Special gathering of the Board of Public Works
• Public welcome to attend the tour

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will approve the minutes from the November 20, 2025 meeting and approve pending payments. It will adopt a resolution to prepare plans, specifications, and advertise bids for the 2026 Capital Improvement Program projects. The board will also review and consider two contract change orders: one with Short Pour Delivery Services, LLC for the Drop‑Off Center Used Oil Collection Improvements, and another with Garland/DBS, Inc. for the Schuetze Building Roof Rehabilitation.

• Approve minutes of the November 20, 2025 meeting (ID#25-02597).
• Approve payments listed in attachment (ID#25-02598).
• Resolution to prepare plans, specs, and advertise bids for 2026 CIP projects (ID#25-02603).
• Review Contract Change Order No. 1 with Short Pour Delivery Services, LLC for the Drop‑Off Center Used Oil Collection Improvements (ID#25-02599).
• Review Contract Change Order No. 1 with Garland/DBS, Inc. for the Schuetze Building Roof Rehabilitation (ID#25-02600).

The Board approved the minutes from the November 20, 2025 meeting and approved pending payments. It recommended the City Council approve the 2026 Capital Improvement Program for Public Works and endorsed two contract change orders—one with Short Pour Delivery Services, LLC for the oil collection project and another with Garland/DBS, Inc. for the Schuetze Building roof rehabilitation. All motions passed with a 5‑0 vote.

• Approved minutes of November 20, 2025 (5-0)
• Approved pending payments (5-0)
• Recommended approval of 2026 CIP Projects (Department of Public Works) (5-0)
• Recommended council consent for Contract Change Order No. 1 with Short Pour Delivery Services, LLC (5-0)
• Recommended council consent for Contract Change Order No. 1 with Garland/DBS, Inc. (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting unanimously (5-0)

Transit Commission Meeting

The Waukesha Transit Commission will meet to approve minutes, review a bid for shop uniforms and towels, and discuss an amendment to a service agreement with Waukesha County. The body will also receive reports on service levels and ridership.

• Approval of October 9, 2025 minutes
• Review and act on Vestis shop uniform and towel bid
• Review proposed amendment to Waukesha County intergovernmental agreement
• Report on 2026 service levels and funding
• 2025 ridership report update

The commission approved the minutes from the October 9, 2025 meeting. It recommended the Vestis shop uniform and towel bid for council consent. It also recommended Amendment 1 to the Intergovernmental Cooperation Agreement with Waukesha County Transit Administration Services for council consent. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Approved October 9, 2025 minutes (5-0)
• Recommended Vestis shop uniform and towel bid for council consent (5-0)
• Recommended Amendment 1 to Intergovernmental Cooperation Agreement for council consent (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting unanimously

City Council

The Waukesha City Council will review and possibly approve the proposed 2026 sanitary sewer rates and related public works items. New business includes a county overdose fatality review cooperative agreement. The council will also consider bids for water treatment chemicals and a change order for the Clean Water Plant Phase 3 project.

• Proposed 2026 Sanitary Sewer Rates – ID#25-02533
• Change Order No. 1 with J.F. Ahern for Clean Water Plant Phase 3 – ID#25-02534
• Bid for ferric chloride product Kemira PIX-311 at $2,891.00/dry ton and ferric sulfate PIX-312 at $2,999.00/dry ton – ID#25-02535
• Bid for polymer product Clarifloc CE-1795 at $1.83/lb – ID#25-02536
• Waukesha County Overdose Fatality Review Cooperative Agreement – ID#25-02612

At the December 2 meeting, the council approved several items. It adopted the Redevelopment Authority Real Estate Purchasing Policy, authorizing a $1 million transfer ($500,000 from ARPA earnings and $500,000 from stabilization earnings) to a special revenue fund (12‑3 vote). The council also approved the Overdose Fatality Review Cooperative Agreement, poll worker and special voting deputy appointments, updates to the Landmarks Commission Ordinance, and low‑bid contracts for water‑treatment chemicals and polymer. Additional approvals included an invited bartender license and board and committee appointments.

• Approved Overdose Fatality Review Cooperative Agreement (15‑0)
• Approved 2026‑2027 poll worker and special voting deputy appointments (14‑0‑1 abstain)
• Approved Redevelopment Authority Real Estate Purchasing Policy and $1 M transfer to special revenue fund (12‑3)
• Approved changes to Landmarks Commission Ordinance sections 28.02‑28.06 (15‑0)
• Approved Invited Bartender license for William Pierce (15‑0)
• Approved low‑bid Kemira Water Solutions chemicals contract ($2,891/dry ton chloride, $2,999/dry ton alternate) (15‑0)
• Approved low‑bid SNF Polydyne polymer contract ($1.83/lb) (15‑0)
• Approved board and committee appointments for Joseph Piatt and Peter Bartels (15‑0)

Public Art Committee

The Public Art Committee will review applications for the 2026 Gallery Art Exhibit at City Hall. They will also receive an update on the Friedman Alley project and consider approving the September 9, 2025 meeting minutes. Public comments are limited to two minutes and will be taken under advisement.

• Friedman Alley update (old business)
• Review of 2026 Gallery Art Exhibit applications (ID#25-02601), including submissions from Carroll University Alumni, DLAC, Pewaukee, John Yost, and John Klug
• Approval of minutes from September 9, 2025 (ID#25-02602)

City Council

This agenda is for a ceremonial Celebrate Waukesha Breakfast event. No formal business, votes, or discussions are scheduled. The notice indicates a possible quorum of council members may be present at the breakfast.

Building and Grounds

The Building and Grounds Committee will review and possibly act on several traffic‑related items. These include installing speed limit and pedestrian crossing signs at Perkins Avenue and National Avenue, removing a "No Turn on Red" sign at E. Broadway and Hartwell Avenue, and adding a "Cross Traffic Does Not Stop" sign at Racine Avenue and E. Broadway. The committee will also consider a speed study on Silvernail Road, a 2‑hour parking restriction on Maple Avenue, and speed limit and Children at Play signs on Darlene Drive.

• ID#25-02213 – Install speed limit signs on Perkins Avenue and pedestrian crossing signs at Perkins Ave & National Ave (Sponsor: Wigderson)
• ID#25-02584 – Remove the "No Turn on Red" sign at E. Broadway & Hartwell Avenue (Sponsor: Moltzan)
• ID#25-02585 – Add a "Cross Traffic Does Not Stop" sign at Racine Avenue & E. Broadway (Sponsor: Moltzan)
• ID#25-02586 – Conduct a speed study on Silvernail Road (Sponsor: Van Trieste)
• ID#25-02587 – Install 2‑hour parking (except Sat, Sun, Hol) on Maple Avenue between 223 Maple Ave and 121 Maple Ave (Sponsor: Halvensleben)

The board approved the October 6, 2025 meeting minutes. It removed the "No Turn on Red" sign at E. Broadway and Hartwell and adopted new signs—including a "Cross Traffic Does Not Stop" sign at Racine and E. Broadway, a "caution hidden driveway" sign, and a 2‑hour parking limit on Maple Avenue. The board took no action on proposed signs for Perkins Avenue and Darlene Drive. All motions passed with recorded vote counts.

• Approved October 6, 2025 minutes (4‑aye, 0‑nay)
• No action on Perkins Ave speed limit and pedestrian crossing signs
• Removed "No Turn on Red" sign at E. Broadway & Hartwell (4‑aye, 0‑nay)
• Approved "Cross Traffic Does Not Stop" sign at Racine & E. Broadway (4‑aye, 0‑nay)
• Approved "caution hidden driveway" sign (3‑aye, 1‑nay)
• Approved 2‑hour parking except Sat, Sun, Hol on Maple Ave 223‑121 (4‑aye, 0‑nay)
• No action on Darlene Drive speed limit and Children at Play signs

Ordinance & License Committee

The Ordinance & License Committee will hold a routine meeting to discuss and recommend action on invited bartender applications and other license applications. The agenda also includes approval of prior meeting minutes, public comment, and communications. No specific details on applicants or decisions are provided in the agenda.

• Discussion and recommendation on invited bartender applications (ID#25-02575)
• Discussion and recommendation on other license applications (ID#25-02581)
• Approval of draft minutes from November 10, 2025 (ID#25-02582)

The Ordinance & License Committee approved Class B Beer & Liquor Combo Licenses for Fluffy's Tall Boy's and PKK2 LLC by a 5‑aye vote. It also approved Invited Bartender applications for Gary Hurd (5‑aye) and William Pierce (4‑aye, 1 abstain). Applications for James Galinsky and a Change of Agent for Woodman's were held for later consideration.

• Approved Class B Beer & Liquor Combo License for Fluffy's Tall Boy's (5‑aye)
• Approved Class B Beer & Liquor Combo License for PKK2 LLC (5‑aye)
• Approved Invited Bartender application for Gary Hurd (5‑aye)
• Approved Invited Bartender application for William Pierce (4‑aye, 1 abstain)
• Held Invited Bartender application for James Galinsky
• Held Change of Agent application for Woodman's

Board of Public Works

The Waukesha Board of Public Works will review proposed 2026 sanitary sewer rates and a change order for the Clean Water Plant Phase 3 project. The body will also receive bids for phosphorus removal chemicals and polymer.

• Review proposed 2026 sanitary sewer rates
• Review change order No. 1 for Clean Water Plant Phase 3
• Bids received for phosphorus removal chemicals
• Bids received for polymer
• Approval of November 6, 2025, meeting minutes

The Board approved the minutes from the November 6, 2025 meeting and approved pending payments. It recommended the proposed 2026 sanitary sewer rates to the City Council. It also recommended awarding the low bid for ferric‑phosphorus chemicals to Kemira Water Solutions and the polymer bid to SNF Polydyne, and recommended Change Order No. 1 for the Clean Water Plant Phase 3. All motions carried unanimously.

• Approved minutes of November 6 2025 (5‑0)
• Approved pending payments (5‑0)
• Recommended 2026 sanitary sewer rates for council consent (5‑0)
• Recommended award of Kemira Water Solutions ferric‑chloride and ferric‑sulfate bid (5‑0)
• Recommended award of SNF Polydyne polymer bid (5‑0)
• Recommended Change Order No. 1 for Clean Water Plant Phase 3 for council consent (5‑0)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Waukesha Water Commission

The Waukesha Water Commission will consider approving the 2026 Operating Plan and Capital Improvement Plan, along with October payments and a change order for the 2024 Resurfacing Project. The meeting will also include a closed session to discuss legal strategy in the ongoing S.J. Louis Construction lawsuit, followed by possible open-session action. Commissioners will also review a utility performance report and October financials.

• Approve 2026 Operating Plan and Capital Improvement Plan (ID#25-02552)
• Approve Change Order for 2024 Resurfacing Project (ID#25-02551)
• Approve October voucher list from General Fund and Improvement Fund (ID#25-02550)
• Closed session to discuss litigation strategy in S.J. Louis Construction v. City of Waukesha (ID#25-02547/48)

The Waukesha Water Commission approved several actions, including moving to a closed session to discuss the S.J. Louis Construction lawsuit and then reconvening in open session. The commission also approved the meeting minutes, authorized payments from the General and Improvement Funds, approved a change order for the 2024 resurfacing project, and adopted the 2026 operating and capital improvement plan. All motions passed with unanimous votes of the members present.

• Closed session to discuss S.J. Louis lawsuit approved (4-0)
• Reopen in open session approved (4-0)
• Approval of meeting minutes approved (5-0)
• Payments from General and Improvement Funds approved (5-0)
• Change order for 2024 resurfacing project approved (5-0)
• 2026 Operating Plan and Capital Improvement Plan approved (5-0)

Plan Commission

The Waukesha Plan Commission will consider several minor site plan and architectural review requests, including a Dunkin' drive-thru queue lane at 2110 E. Moreland Blvd and a playground fence at Momentum Early Learning. The main item is a review of draft Design, Development, Access, Landscape, and Sign Standards as part of the Zoning Code Update. The consent agenda includes approvals for balcony removal, siding replacement, and porch repairs.

• Zoning Code Update – review of draft Design, Development, Access, Landscape, and Sign Standards
• Minor Site Plan & Architectural Review – 2110 E. Moreland Blvd – add drive-thru queue lane for Dunkin'
• Minor Site Plan & Architectural Review – 3011 Saylesville Road – new fence for playground at Momentum Early Learning
• Minor Site Plan & Architectural Review – 375 W. Main Street – façade renovation plan revisions
• Consent agenda: balcony removal at 1324 E. Moreland Blvd, siding replacement at 437 E. North Street, porch repair at 601 N. Grand Avenue

The commission approved three minor site plan requests: a fence for Momentum Early Learning at 3011 Saylesville Road, a drive‑thru lane for a Dunkin' location at 2110 E. Moreland Blvd, and a façade renovation at 375 W. Main Street. All three items were approved with conditions by a unanimous 6‑0 vote. The meeting also approved the minutes from October 22, 2025 and October 29, 2026 by unanimous consent.

• Approved minutes of October 22, 2025 (6‑0)
• Approved minutes of October 29, 2026 (6‑0)
• Approved fence installation at 3011 Saylesville Road with conditions (6‑0)
• Approved Dunkin' drive‑thru parking lot changes at 2110 E. Moreland Blvd with conditions (6‑0)
• Approved façade renovation at 375 W. Main Street (6‑0)

City Council

The Waukesha City Council will consider a rezoning petition for about 25.94 acres west of Meadowbrook Road and north of Coldwater Creek Drive, changing the land from T‑1 to a mix of commercial, institutional and residential districts. The meeting also includes a resolution to amend a $7,080,000 industrial development revenue bond for Production Service Company, Inc., and a possible four‑year collective bargaining agreement with the Waukesha Professional Police Association. Additional items on the consent agenda cover IT contracts, traffic engineering services, and snow‑and‑ice removal contracts.

• Rezoning petition (PC25-0159) for ~25.9445 acres at Meadowbrook Road to B‑5, I‑1 PUD, and Rd‑2 districts
• Resolution to amend $7,080,000 Industrial Development Revenue Bonds for Production Service Company, Inc. (ID#25-02465)
• Four‑year collective bargaining agreement with the Waukesha Professional Police Association (ID#25-02546)
• Contract for Traffic Engineering and Project Management Services (2025‑2027) (ID#25-02446)
• Contract for Snow and Ice Removal services for the 2025‑2026 season (ID#25-02457)

The council voted to rezone approximately 25.94 acres of the Tukka Properties site west of Meadowbrook Road, changing it from T‑1 to a mix of B‑5, I‑1 and Rd‑2 districts. The motion passed 12‑1 with one member absent. The council also approved several contracts and agreements, including a police collective bargaining agreement and a land records management system amendment.

• Approved rezoning petition for Tukka Properties (12‑1, 1 absent)
• Approved amendment to CentralSquare Technologies agreement for LRMS (13‑0, 1 absent)
• Approved Oversight Project Management scope with Winbourne Consulting (13‑0, 1 absent)
• Approved amendment to $7,080,000 industrial development revenue bonds (13‑0, 1 absent)
• Approved four‑year collective bargaining agreement with Waukesha Professional Police Association (13‑0, 1 absent)
• Suspended rules and waived third reading on polling place ordinance (13‑0, 1 absent)
• Approved amended polling place ordinance keeping Districts 4 and 13 at Northview Building (11‑2, 1 absent)
• Approved board and committee appointments (12‑1, 1 absent)

Parks, Recreation and Forestry Board

The Parks, Recreation and Forestry Board will review and vote on a contract for the GuitarTown Music Festival and a proposed 2026 recreation fee schedule. The board will also consider a sponsorship agreement with DICK'S Sporting Goods and a contract for Independence Day entertainment at Lowell Park.

• Review contract for GuitarTown Music Festival
• Review proposed 2026 Winter/Spring recreation fees
• Review 2026 sponsorship agreement with DICK'S Sporting Goods
• Review contract for Independence Day entertainment at Lowell Park
• Approval of October 2025 board minutes

The Parks, Recreation and Forestry Board approved the meeting minutes and unanimously approved four discussion items. These items include a recommendation to the Common Council for a contract with Sound Check Entertainment for the GuitarTown Music Festival, the 2026 winter/spring recreation program fee schedule, a sponsorship agreement with DICK’S Sporting Goods, and a contract with Hudsonite Productions for a Lowell Park Independence Day event.

• Approved meeting minutes (ID#25-02555) (7-0)
• Approved recommendation to Common Council for Sound Check Entertainment contract for GuitarTown Music Festival (ID#25-02558) (7-0)
• Approved 2026 Winter/Spring Season Recreation Program Fees schedule (ID#25-02556) (7-0)
• Approved recommendation to Common Council for 2026 Sponsorship Agreement with DICK’S Sporting Goods (ID#25-02557) (7-0)
• Approved recommendation to Common Council for Hudsonite Productions contract for Lowell Park Independence Day event (ID#25-02559) (7-0)

Redevelopment Authority

The Redevelopment Authority will review and vote on a grant request from Revitalize Milwaukee for the Affordable Housing Rehab Program to assist home rehabilitation for the 2026 Block Build event. They will also consider proposed changes to the RDA Affordable Housing Development Fund program. An update on the RDA Loan Program will be presented, and minutes from the previous meeting will be approved.

• Grant request from Revitalize Milwaukee for Affordable Housing Rehab Program (2026 Block Build)
• Proposed changes to the RDA Affordable Housing Development Fund program
• Update on Redevelopment Authority Loan Program
• Approval of minutes from October 20, 2025

Library Board

The Library Board will consider several agreements and reports, including a possible action on the 2026 City Budget. Items include agreements for a café office space and resource library services, an addendum to the Bridges Library System, and the Director’s 2026 goals. A closed session will address the Library Director’s performance evaluation before reconvening in open session.

• Review and possible action on agreement for Café Office Space 2026 (ID#25-02487)
• Review and possible action on agreement for Resource Library Services 2026 (ID#25-02489)
• Review and possible action on 2026 Annual Addendum to the Bridges Library System (ID#25-02488)
• Review and possible action on Director’s 2026 goals (ID#25-02491)
• Review and possible action on the City Budget (ID#25-02492)

The Library Board approved the November bills totaling $88,944.68 and adopted the financial report. It also approved agreements for a children's renovation project, a café office space, resource library services, and the 2026 addendum to the Bridges Library System. The board convened a closed session and then reconvened in open session. All motions passed with the recorded vote counts.

• Approved November bills $88,944.68 (9-0)
• Approved financial report (9-0)
• Approved Children's renovation project (10-0)
• Approved Café Office Space 2026 agreement (10-0)
• Approved Resource Library Services 2026 agreement (10-0)
• Approved 2026 Annual Addendum to Bridges Library System (10-0)
• Convene closed session (unanimous)
• Reconvene open session (unanimous)

Library Human Resources Committee

The Library Human Resources Committee will consider approving minutes from October and then may convene in closed session under Wisconsin statute to discuss the Library Director's annual performance evaluation and 2025 Smart Goals. Public comment is limited to three minutes per speaker.

• Approval of October 9, 2025 meeting minutes
• Possible closed session to discuss Library Director's performance evaluation and 2025 Smart Goals

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will review and possibly act on three items: the Emergency Medical Services Director contract; a property‑damage claim filed by Rosbel Salinas; and a resolution to amend $7,080,000 of industrial development revenue bonds for Production Service Company, Inc. Each item is identified by its agenda ID. No decisions have been made prior to the meeting.

• Review and possible action on the Emergency Medical Services Director contract (ID#25-02498)
• Review and possible action on a property‑damage claim by Rosbel Salinas (ID#25-02437)
• Review and possible action on a resolution amending $7,080,000 industrial development revenue bonds for Production Service Company, Inc. (ID#25-02465)

The Finance Committee approved the minutes from the October 28, 2025 meeting. It also approved the Emergency Medical Services Director contract, a property‑damage claim by Rosbel Salinas, and a resolution to amend $7,080,000 of industrial development revenue bonds for Production Service Company, Inc. All approvals were unanimous, with four members voting aye and one member absent.

• Approved October 28 minutes (4‑0)
• Approved EMS Director contract (4‑0)
• Approved Rosbel Salinas property‑damage claim (4‑0)
• Approved amendment to $7,080,000 industrial development revenue bonds (4‑0)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will meet to review a request for a dimensional variance. The board will decide if a property owner can deviate from zoning code setback requirements to build a duplex.

• Appeal by Lynnette Jordan for a dimensional variance at 236 S West Avenue to allow 9.75-foot side yard setbacks instead of the required 10 feet

Ordinance & License Committee

The Ordinance & License Committee will consider amendments to the Waukesha Municipal Code regarding polling place locations for 2026. The body will also review minutes from the previous meeting and other license applications.

• Discussion on amendments to Section 1.03 of the Waukesha Municipal Code regarding polling place locations
• Approval of minutes from the October 27, 2025 meeting
• Review of other license applications

The committee approved the October 27, 2025 Ordinance & License minutes by unanimous consent. It approved the Change of Agent application for Kwik Trip #968 with a 5‑0 vote. It also approved proposed amendments to Section 1.03 of the Waukesha Municipal Code regarding polling place locations with a 5‑0 vote.

• Approved October 27, 2025 O&L minutes (unanimous consent)
• Approved Change of Agent application for Kwik Trip #968 (5-0)
• Approved amendments to Section 1.03 (Polling Place Locations) (5-0)

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will review and possibly take action on contracts for traffic engineering and project management services for 2025-2027, as well as snow and ice removal for select routes in the 2025-2026 season. The board will also approve minutes from October 23, 2025, and approve payments. Additionally, official notices for bids on chemicals for the Clean Water Plant are noted.

• Contract for traffic engineering and project management services for 2025-2027 (ID#25-02446)
• Contract for snow and ice removal on select routes for 2025-2026 season (ID#25-02457)
• Approval of payments (ID#25-02445)
• Approval of minutes from October 23, 2025 (ID#25-02443)
• Official notices for bids on ferric chloride/ferric sulfate and polymer for Clean Water Plant

The Board approved the minutes from the October 23, 2025 meeting and approved pending payments. It then recommended the traffic engineering and project management services contract for 2025‑2027 and the snow and ice removal contract for the 2025‑2026 season to the City Council for consent. All motions carried unanimously with a 5‑0 vote.

• Approved minutes of Oct 23, 2025 (5-0)
• Approved pending payments (5-0)
• Recommended traffic engineering & project management contract (2025‑2027) to council (5-0)
• Recommended snow and ice removal contract (2025‑2026) to council (5-0)

Landmarks Commission

The Landmarks Commission will discuss and take action on the allocation of remaining Paint and Repair Grant funds. The commission will also review updates and a specific grant for 122 S. East Avenue.

• Allocation of remaining Paint and Repair Grant funds (ID#25-02451)
• Paint and Repair Grant for 122 S. East Avenue (ID#25-02205)
• Paint and Repair Grant updates (ID#25-02464)

Information Technology Board

The Information Technology Board will review and act on two contracts: an amendment with CentralSquare Technologies to add the Law Records Management System (LRMS) and a scope of work with Winbourne Consulting for oversight of the CAD/RMS project. They will also discuss a proposed AI Acceptable Use Policy.

• Amendment to agreement with CentralSquare Technologies to include the Law Records Management System (LRMS) – action item
• Oversight Project Management scope of work with Winbourne Consulting for the CAD/RMS Project – action item
• Review and discuss the AI Acceptable Use Policy – discussion item

The Information Technology Board reviewed three agenda items. It approved the Oversight Project Management scope of work with Winbourne Consulting for the CAD/RMS project by a unanimous 6‑0 vote. No action was recorded for the CentralSquare Technologies amendment or the AI Acceptable Use Policy.

• Approved Oversight Project Management scope of work with Winbourne Consulting for CAD/RMS Project (6-0)
• Reviewed amendment to CentralSquare Technologies agreement for LRMS – no action recorded
• Reviewed AI Acceptable Use Policy – no action recorded

City Council

The council will hold a public hearing on the 2026 Operating Budget and then take action to adopt it, including the appropriation and tax levy ordinance. It will also review the Finance Committee's recommendation to adopt the budget and consider a side letter with the Waukesha Professional Police Association on health‑insurance changes. Several contract amendments and change orders for city services and infrastructure will be reviewed for approval.

• Review FY25 Community Policing Development Microgrant of $139,600
• Contract Amendment No. 2 with Passport Labs, Inc. for Mobile Pay parking‑violation processing
• Contract Change Order No. 1 with Cy‑Con, Inc. for South Street Parking Ramp structural repair
• Contract Change Order No. 1 with Edgerton Contractors, Inc. for Area 7 Flood Mitigation Channel and Storage Improvements
• Public Hearing and council action on the 2026 Operating Budget

The City Council approved the 2026 Operating Budget, allocating $84,127,448 to the General Fund (14-1). It also adopted the 2026 appropriation and tax levy ordinance for $79,645,364 (14-1). Additional actions included approving a police health‑insurance side letter, parking code changes, municipal court bond schedule updates, dog‑damage provisions, and denying two invited bartender applications.

• Approved 2026 Operating Budget, General Fund $84,127,448 (14-1)
• Approved 2026 appropriation and tax levy ordinance, $79,645,364 (14-1)
• Approved Side Letter with WPPA on 2026 health‑insurance premiums (15-0)
• Approved amendments to Municipal Code Chapter 7 parking regulations (15-0)
• Approved amendments to Municipal Court Bond Schedule (15-0)
• Approved adoption of dog damage provisions to Municipal Code (12-3)
• Denied Invited Bartender Application for Grace Davis (12-2-1 abstain)
• Denied Invited Bartender Application for Casey Lewandowski (11-3-1 abstain)

Building and Grounds

The November 3, 2025, Building and Grounds Committee meeting has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for December 1, 2025, at 5:30 PM.

Plan Commission

The Plan Commission will hold a special meeting to review and discuss draft standards for the Zoning Code Update, including design, development, access, mobility, landscape, natural resources, and sign standards. The item is presented for input from commissioners, council members, and attendees; no formal decision is scheduled.

• Review of draft Design, Development, Access and Mobility, Landscape and Natural Resource, and Sign Standards for the Zoning Code Update (ID#25-02431)

The Plan Commission held a special meeting to review the draft design, development, access and mobility, landscape and natural resource, and sign standards for the proposed zoning code update. No vote was taken on any item. The discussion was for input from commissioners, council members, and the public.

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will review and possibly recommend adopting the 2026 Operating Budget to the City Council. They will also consider accepting a $139,600 Community Policing Development Microgrant. The committee may also review any budget-related items not specifically listed.

• Review and possible action on accepting a $139,600 Community Policing Development Microgrant
• Review and possible action on recommending the 2026 Operating Budget to the City Council

The committee approved the minutes from the October 16, 2025 meeting. It approved a $139,600 FY25 Community Policing Development microgrant. A proposal to lower the 2026 employee wage increase to 3.0% was rejected. The committee then recommended that the City Council adopt the 2026 operating budget with a total General Fund amount of $84,127,448.

• Approved October 16, 2025 Finance Committee minutes (unanimous)
• Approved FY25 Community Policing Development microgrant $139,600 (5‑0)
• Rejected amendment to reduce 2026 employee wage increase to 3.0% (2‑3)
• Recommended City Council adopt 2026 Operating Budget $84,127,448 (5‑0)

Ordinance & License Committee

The committee will discuss and make recommendations regarding various bartender applications. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from the October 13, 2025, meeting.

• Bartender Applications
• Invited Bartenders applications
• Other license applications

The Ordinance & License Committee approved the minutes from the October 13 meeting by unanimous consent. The committee also approved bartender license applications for James Davis, Casey Lewandowski, and Grace Davis. In addition, it approved a Class B Beer & Liquor Combo license for Grewal Gas & Food Mart, a Successor/Change of Agent license for Kwik Trip #970, and a Secondhand Article Dealer license for Silverbot. All motions carried with a 3‑0 vote and two members absent.

• Approved October 13 O&L meeting minutes (unanimous consent)
• Approved Bartender license for James Davis (3-0)
• Approved Bartender license for Casey Lewandowski (3-0)
• Approved Bartender license for Grace Davis (3-0)
• Approved RESERVE "Class B" Beer & Liquor Combo license for Grewal Gas & Food Mart (3-0)
• Approved Successor/Change of Agent license for Kwik Trip #970 (3-0)
• Approved Secondhand Article Dealer license for Silverbot (3-0)

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will discuss and possibly recommend to the City Council several contract amendments and agreements. Items include a contract amendment with Passport Labs for parking violation processing via Mobile Pay, a change order for the South Street Parking Ramp structural repair, a change order for the 2025 Area 7 Flood Mitigation project, a storm water management agreement with GE Medical Systems, a sidewalk easement with Wisconsin Gas, and a private road leaf-collection agreement with Park Place MHC.

• Contract Amendment No. 2 with Passport Labs, Inc., for processing parking violations via Mobile Pay
• Contract Change Order No. 1 with Cy-Con, Inc., for South Street Parking Ramp Structural Repair
• Contract Change Order No. 1 with Edgerton Contractors, Inc., for 2025 Area 7 Flood Mitigation Channel and Storage Improvements
• Storm Water Management Practice Maintenance Agreement between City and GE Medical Systems, LLC, at 3000 N. Grandview Blvd
• Sidewalk Easement between Wisconsin Gas, LLC, and City at 1830 S. West Avenue

The Board of Public Works approved the October 9, 2025 meeting minutes and the scheduled payments. It also recommended eight separate contracts and agreements for City Council consent, including a parking‑violation mobile‑pay amendment, a parking‑ramp repair change order, a flood‑mitigation change order, a storm‑water management agreement, a sidewalk easement, and a private‑road leaf‑collection agreement. All motions carried unanimously with a 5‑0 vote.

• Approved minutes of October 9, 2025 (5‑0)
• Approved payments (5‑0)
• Recommended Contract Amendment No. 2 with Passport Labs, Inc. for Mobile Pay (5‑0)
• Recommended Contract Change Order No. 1 with Cy-Con, Inc. for South Street Parking Ramp repair (5‑0)
• Recommended Contract Change Order No. 1 with Edgerton Contractors, Inc. for Area 7 Flood Mitigation project (5‑0)
• Recommended Storm Water Management Practice Maintenance Agreement with GE Medical Systems, LLC for 3000 N. Grandview Blvd. (5‑0)
• Recommended Sidewalk Easement with Wisconsin Gas, LLC at 1830 S. West Avenue (5‑0)
• Recommended Private Road Leaf‑Collection Agreement with Park Place MHC, LLC (5‑0)

Plan Commission

The Plan Commission will review a rezoning petition and final site plans for a senior housing development west of Meadowbrook Road. The body will also hold a public hearing for a commercial adult day care center and consider updates to the Landmarks Commission Ordinance.

• Rezoning of 25.9445 acres west of Meadowbrook Road to a mix of Community Commercial, Institutional PUD, and Two Family Residential
• Final site plan for a 119-unit senior housing project west of Meadowbrook Road
• Conditional Use Permit for Silver City Adult Day Services at 817 N. East Avenue
• Proposed changes to Sections 28.02, 28.03, 28.05, and 28.06 of the Landmarks Commission Ordinance
• Minor site plan reviews for 1511 Pearl Street, 900 N. Hartwell Avenue, and 2101 Delafield Street

The Waukesha Plan Commission approved a Conditional Use Permit for an adult day‑care center with conditions. It recommended approval of a rezoning petition for about 25.9445 acres west of Meadowbrook Road. It also recommended approval, with conditions, of a senior‑housing final site plan and related survey maps, and suggested council consent for an extra‑territorial survey map. Finally, it recommended adoption of changes to the Landmarks Commission Ordinance.

• Approved Conditional Use Permit for adult day‑care at 817 N. East Ave with conditions (4‑3)
• Recommended rezoning of 25.9445 acres near Meadowbrook Rd (4‑3)
• Recommended senior‑housing final site plan (119‑unit) with conditions (4‑3)
• Recommended 3‑lot certified survey map for senior‑housing area with conditions (4‑3)
• Recommended 2‑lot extra‑territorial certified survey map for Brookfield with Council Consent (4‑3)
• Recommended amendment to Landmarks Commission Ordinance sections 28.02‑28.06 (4‑3)
• Approved minutes of September 24, 2025 (4‑3)
• Consent agenda passed by unanimous consent

City Council

The City Council will vote on a consent agenda including transit service changes, a bus engine bid, and several pedestrian safety and parking sign modifications. Under new business, they will consider property damage reimbursement claims. The council will also review a final plat for Winterberry Reserve Phase 1, adding 39 single-family lots at 0 Summit Ave, and take up ordinances amending parking regulations, adopting vicious dog provisions, and resolutions setting compensation for the mayor, council, city attorney, and municipal judge.

• Final plat approval for 39-lot Winterberry Reserve Phase 1 at 0 Summit Ave, with 3 outlots
• Resolutions setting mayor (2026-2030), council (2026-2029), city attorney (2026-2030), and municipal judge (2026-2030) compensation
• Amendments to Municipal Code Chapter 7 on parking regulations and forfeitures
• Discussion and adoption of vicious dog provisions to Municipal Code
• Transit Commission's proposed service changes effective January 12, 2026

The council approved the final subdivision plat for Phase 1 of Winterberry Reserve, adding 39 single‑family lots and 3 outlots in the Rs‑3 PUD, by a vote of 12‑2‑1. The council also disallowed property‑damage reimbursement claims from Sharon Grunfelder (12‑2‑1) and Amber Dobson (13‑1‑1). A motion to raise the mayor’s salary was rejected, while a motion to keep the mayor’s salary at the current $94,447 level passed 7‑6‑1‑1. The council kept council members’ salaries at $7,000 (13‑1‑1) and approved new compensation for the city attorney and municipal judge.

• Approved Winterberry Reserve Phase 1 subdivision plat (12‑2‑1)
• Disallowed Sharon Grunfelder property‑damage claim (12‑2‑1)
• Disallowed Amber Dobson property‑damage claim (13‑1‑1)
• Approved keeping mayor salary at $94,447 (7‑6‑1‑1)
• Approved keeping council salary at $7,000 (13‑1‑1)
• Approved city attorney salary $139,307.50 (8‑6‑1)
• Approved municipal judge salary $40,000 (10‑4‑1)
• Approved contract change order with Zenith Tech for traffic‑signal project (unanimous consent agenda)

Waukesha Water Commission

The Waukesha Water Commission will approve payments, a software contract, and a 2026 operating budget. The body will also discuss a survey for a 2026 resurfacing project.

• Approve $695,416 contract for cloud-based billing software
• Approve 2026 Operating Budget
• Approve survey work for 2026 resurfacing project
• Approve amendment to SmithGroup professional services agreement
• Approve September voucher list from General and Improvement Funds

The Waukesha Water Commission approved its meeting minutes and several action items. It authorized payments from the General Fund and Improvement Fund, amended the SmithGroup professional services agreement, and approved a survey for the 2026 resurfacing project. The commission also approved Harris Computer's cloud‑based utility billing software proposal costing $695,416 with an annual cost of $98,441. All approvals were unanimous among the six members present.

• Approved meeting minutes (6-0)
• Approved payments from the General Fund and Improvement Fund (6-0)
• Approved Amendment #1 to the SmithGroup professional service agreement (6-0)
• Approved Cedar Corporation survey work for the 2026 resurfacing project (6-0)
• Approved Harris Computer Advanced Utility Billing Software proposal ($695,416 initial cost) (6-0)

Parks, Recreation and Forestry Board

The Parks, Recreation and Forestry Board will review and possibly act on the proposed 2026 Executive Operating Budget for the department. It will also consider the proposed 2026 board meeting schedule. Public comment is limited to three minutes per speaker until 6:00 pm.

• Review and possible action on proposed 2026 Executive Operating Budget for Parks, Recreation & Forestry Department (ID#25-02406)
• Review and possible action on proposed 2026 Parks, Recreation & Forestry Board Meeting Schedule (ID#25-02415)
• Public comment limited to three minutes per speaker, ending at 6:00 pm

The board approved the minutes from the September 8, 2025 meeting. It also approved the recommendation to the Finance Committee for the 2026 Executive Operating Budget for the Parks, Recreation & Forestry Department. Additionally, the board approved the proposed 2026 board meeting schedule. All motions passed unanimously with five votes in favor and three members absent.

• Approved meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved 2026 Executive Operating Budget recommendation (5-0)
• Approved 2026 Board Meeting Schedule (5-0)

Redevelopment Authority

The Redevelopment Authority will review a loan request for a residential project and discuss the authority's real estate purchasing policy. The body will also receive an update on its loan program.

• Loan agreement request from Cherry Faith Properties for a 36-unit residential development on Meadow Lane between Silvernail Road and Marshview Street
• Review and possible action on the Redevelopment Authority Real Estate Purchasing Policy
• Update on the Redevelopment Authority Loan Program

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will review the 2026 Operating Budget for General Government, Cemetery, Planning/Building Inspection, Public Works, Parking, CWP, Transit, Non-Departmental, and Debt. The committee will also approve the minutes from the October 14, 2025 meeting.

• Review of 2026 Operating Budget for multiple departments
• Approval of October 14, 2025 Finance Committee minutes
• Meeting at City Hall, 201 Delafield Street

The committee approved the October 14, 2025 Finance Committee minutes after hearing no objections. The 2026 operating budget review was discussed but no action was taken. The next meeting is scheduled for October 28, 2025.

• Approved October 14, 2025 Finance Committee minutes (no objections)

Human Resources Committee

The Human Resources Committee will discuss a new meeting start time and review policy revisions. The body will also consider resolutions establishing compensation for the mayor, council members, city attorney, and municipal judge.

• Discussion on new start time for HR Committee meetings
• Review and possible action on HR Policy C1 Holidays revisions
• Review and possible action on Resolution No. 2025-24 (Mayor's compensation)
• Review and possible action on Resolution No. 2025-25 (Council members' compensation)
• Review and possible action on Resolution No. 2025-26 (City Attorney's compensation)

The committee approved the September 17 meeting minutes and the amendment to the HR Policy C1 Holidays. It voted to leave the salaries of the mayor, common council members, city attorney, and municipal judge unchanged for the next term. All compensation decisions passed by majority vote.

• Approved September 17, 2025 minutes (5-0)
• Approved amendment to HR Policy C1 Holidays (5-0)
• Kept mayor's salary unchanged (3-2)
• Kept common council salary at $7,000 unchanged (4-1)
• Kept city attorney salary unchanged (3-2)
• Kept municipal judge salary unchanged (4-1)

Waukesha Intergovernmental Health Group Advisory Council

The Advisory Council will discuss a mid-year utilization review for the clinic and a proposed extension of the Healthstat/Marathon contract through 2026. They will also consider approval of minutes from March 6, 2025.

• Clinic Year Mid-Year Utilization Review (ID#25-02056)
• Discussion on extending Healthstat/Marathon Contract through 2026 (ID#25-02378) with Amendment No. 39 (2026 Renewal)
• Approval of minutes from March 6, 2025 meeting (ID#25-02055)

The advisory council heard a mid‑year utilization review from CBIZ consultant Erin Eason. A discussion was held on extending the Healthstat/Marathon contract through 2026, with a motion to approve presented. No vote results or formal approvals were recorded in the minutes.

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will approve the September 30, 2025 meeting minutes. It will then review the city’s 2026 operating budget covering the Police, Fire, Library, Park/Rec/Forestry, Internal Service Funds and applicable special revenue funds. The committee may also consider any other budget line items not listed on the agenda.

• Approve September 30, 2025 Finance Committee minutes (ID#25-02352).
• Review 2026 operating budget for the Police Department (ID#25-02351).
• Review 2026 operating budget for the Fire Department (ID#25-02351).
• Review 2026 operating budget for the Library (ID#25-02351).
• Review 2026 operating budget for Park/Rec/Forestry and Internal Service Funds (ID#25-02351).

The Finance Committee approved the September 30, 2025 Finance Committee minutes with no objections. No other actions were taken; the 2026 operating budget review was discussed but not decided. The next Finance Committee meeting is scheduled for October 16, 2025 at 6:00 p.m.

• Approved September 30, 2025 Finance Committee minutes (no objections)

Cemetery Commission

The Cemetery Commission will review and make recommendations on the proposed 2026 Capital Improvement Plan budget (2026-2030) and the 2026 Executive Operating Budget for the cemetery. They will also hear a Cemetery Director report on operations through September 2025 and a report from the Friends of Prairie Home Cemetery, including a Tombstone Trot flyer. The meeting includes public comment and approval of prior minutes.

• Review of 2026-2030 Cemetery CIP budget
• Review and recommendation on 2026 Cemetery Operating Budget
• Approval of June 9, 2025 meeting minutes
• Cemetery Director report: Services Summary Jan-Sept 2025
• Friends of Prairie Home Cemetery President report: Tombstone Trot flyer

Ordinance & License Committee

The Ordinance & License Committee will review minutes from the September 22 meeting, consider invited bartender license applications, and discuss proposed amendments to Municipal Code Chapter 7 regarding parking regulations and forfeitures. The committee will also discuss the adoption of vicious dog provisions.

• Review and possible action on Invited Bartender Applications
• Proposed amendments to Mun Code Chapter 7 regarding parking regulations
• Discussion regarding adoption of vicious dog provisions to Municipal Code
• Approval of September 22, 2025 meeting minutes
• Public Comment period

The Ordinance & License Committee unanimously approved bartender applications for Zamiya Marie Rose Klosky, Jennifer Marcella Blooner, and Marian R. Farris. It also approved proposed amendments to Municipal Code Chapter 7 on parking regulations and forfeitures, recommending them for a second reading by City Council. Additionally, the committee approved the adoption of a vicious‑dog provision to the Municipal Code, also forwarding it for a second reading.

• Approved bartender application for Zamiya Marie Rose Klosky (5-0)
• Approved bartender application for Jennifer Marcella Blooner (5-0)
• Approved bartender application for Marian R. Farris (5-0)
• Approved amendments to Mun. Code Chapter 7 (parking regulations) for second reading (5-0)
• Approved adoption of vicious dog provision to Municipal Code for second reading (5-0)

Transit Commission Meeting

The Waukesha Transit Commission will hold a public hearing on proposed service changes effective January 12, 2026, and vote on a bus engine bid from Cummins Sales and Service. The commission will also discuss a study of Waukesha Metro Transit.

• Public Hearing: Proposed Service Changes Effective January 12, 2026
• Approval of Minutes for July 17, 2025
• Review and Act on Bus Engine Bid from Cummins Sales and Service
• Discussion and Recommendation to Council Regarding Proposed Service Changes
• Study of Waukesha Metro Transit

The Transit Commission approved the July 17, 2025 minutes. It unanimously recommended that the City Council consent to the proposed service changes effective January 12, 2026. It also unanimously recommended council consent to the bus engine bid from Cummins Sales and Service. No public comments were received on the service changes.

• Approved July 17, 2025 minutes (4-0)
• Recommended council consent for Jan 12 2026 service changes (4-0)
• Recommended council consent for Cummins bus engine bid (4-0)
• Opened public hearing on service changes (4-0)
• Closed public hearing on service changes (4-0)
• Adjourned meeting unanimously

Library Board

The Library Board will discuss and possibly take action on a revised Public Art Policy (D-4) and the 2025 Library Director Evaluation. The board will also receive a budget update and review draft renovation plans for the administrative area. Other business includes approving the Veterans Day holiday and ratifying minutes from September.

• Review and possible action on Library Policy D-4 (Public Art) (ID#25-02308)
• Review and possible action on 2025 Library Director Evaluation (ID#25-02326)
• Matter of report: Draft administrative area renovation plans (ID#25-02341)
• Review and possible action on Veterans Day Holiday, 2025 (ID#25-02350)
• Matter of report: Budget update (ID#25-02317)

The Board unanimously approved the September 11 minutes, the October bills totaling $45,256.56, and the financial report. It also approved the Public Art Policy, the 2025 Library Director evaluation, and a measure to give staff an extra personal holiday pending council approval. All motions carried with an 8‑0 vote.

• Approved September 11 minutes (8-0)
• Approved October bills totaling $45,256.56 (8-0)
• Approved financial report (8-0)
• Approved Public Art Policy D-4 (unanimous)
• Approved 2025 Library Director evaluation (unanimous)
• Approved staff extra personal holiday measure pending council approval (unanimous)

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will discuss and possibly act on Contract Change Order No. 1 with Zenith Tech, Inc. for the W. Sunset Drive and Oakdale Drive Traffic Signal Improvements Project. They will also consider approving payments and the minutes from the September 18, 2025 meeting.

• Contract Change Order No. 1 with Zenith Tech, Inc. for W. Sunset Drive and Oakdale Drive Traffic Signal Improvements
• Approval of payments (ID#25-02165)
• Approval of September 18, 2025 meeting minutes (ID#25-02164)

The Board approved the September 18, 2025 meeting minutes. It recommended that Council consent to Contract Change Order No. 1 with Zenith Tech, Inc. for the W. Sunset Drive and Oakdale Drive traffic signal improvements. The Board also approved the pending payments. No public comment was received.

• Approved September 18, 2025 minutes (4-0)
• Recommended Council consent for Zenith Tech contract change order (4-0)
• Approved pending payments (4-0)
• Adjourned meeting unanimously (4-0)

Library Human Resources Committee

The Library Human Resources Committee will meet to review and take possible action on the 2025 Library Director Evaluation. The committee will also review minutes from the August 14, 2025, meeting.

• 2025 Library Director Evaluation
• Approval of August 14, 2025 meeting minutes

The Library Human Resources Committee met on October 9, 2025. The committee approved the August 14, 2025 meeting minutes unanimously. It also approved the 2025 Library Director Evaluation with changes, unanimously. The meeting adjourned at 4:21 p.m.

• Approved August 14, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved 2025 Library Director Evaluation with changes (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will consider a resolution creating and setting fees for residential garbage and recyclables collection services. The consent agenda includes several public works contracts and a federal RAISE grant for bike-pedestrian bridges. The council will also accept fire department grant awards and receive an update on the zoning code rewrite project.

• Resolution to set new fees for residential garbage and recyclables collection services
• RAISE grant agreement with USDOT for bike and pedestrian bridges over USH18/STH59
• On-call engineering contract with SmithGroup, Inc. for the Clean Water Plant
• Consulting contract for Ruben Drive Sanitary Pump Station Replacement Design
• Contract change order with LaLonde Contractors for Gascoigne Drive and Peters Drive utility and street improvements

The council approved the resolution creating and setting fees for residential garbage and recyclables collection services, passing 9‑5. The same meeting also approved the fire department’s acceptance of two grant awards, the amendment to the Disposition of Surplus Property Financial Policy, and awarded a $176,200 contract to Cy‑Con, Inc. for South Street Parking Ramp structural repairs. All votes were recorded in the minutes.

• Approved Resolution Creating and Setting Fees for Residential Garbage and Recyclables Collection Services (9-5)
• Approved fire department acceptance of Assistance to Firefighters Grant and Fire Prevention and Safety Grant awards (13-0)
• Approved amendment to Disposition of Surplus Property Financial Policy (F‑15) (13-0)
• Approved award of $176,200 contract to Cy‑Con, Inc. for South Street Parking Ramp Structural Repairs (13-0)
• Approved minutes from September 16, 2025 meeting (14-0)
• Removed ID#25-02013 from consent agenda (procedural)

Building and Grounds

The committee will discuss and potentially act on multiple traffic safety improvements, including new signage and crosswalks. Members will also review parking restrictions at various city locations and a special event permit for the Scarecrow Stroll.

• Pedestrian safety improvements at Hartwell Avenue and Linden Street
• Proposed 4-way stop at Hine Avenue and Dopp Street
• Removal of parking restrictions on Sunkist Ave., West End Rd., Cherrywood Dr., Royal Ct., Emerald Ct., and Cherrywood Ct.
• Street Closing & Special Event Permit for Scarecrow Stroll on October 11, 2025
• New speed limit and pedestrian crossing signs on Perkins Avenue

The council approved a series of traffic‑safety measures, including new pedestrian signs, speed‑limit signs, a dead‑end sign, and safety improvements at several intersections. It also removed parking restrictions on several streets and granted a special‑event street‑closing permit for the Scarecrow Stroll on October 11, 2025. All motions passed with four votes in favor and one member absent.

• Approved June 30, 2025 Building and Grounds meeting minutes (4-1)
• Approved signage and pavement markings at Hartwell Ave & Linden St (4-1)
• Approved 25 mph sign and moved two speed‑limit signs on Pebble Valley Rd (4-1)
• Approved DEAD END sign at Parkton Dr & Rickert Dr (4-1)
• Approved removal of parking restrictions on Sunkist Ave, West End Rd, Cherrywood Dr, Royal Ct, Emerald Ct (4-1)
• Approved pedestrian crossing signs on Manhattan Drive at Niagara St (4-1)
• Approved street‑closing and special‑event permit for Scarecrow Stroll (4-1)
• Approved pedestrian safety improvements around Buchner Park (4-1)

Landmarks Commission

The Landmarks Commission will review proposed amendments to city ordinances governing definitions, composition, powers, and procedures. The commission will also consider certificates of appropriateness and paint/repair grants for properties in the McCall Street, College Avenue, and Five Points Downtown Historic Districts.

• Certificate of appropriateness for chimney cap replacement at 323 McCall St (McCall Street Historic District)
• Paint and repair grant for 323 McCall Street
• Certificate of appropriateness for siding repair and gutter replacement at 114 S. East Ave (College Avenue Historic District)
• Certificate of appropriateness for roof and gutter replacement at 122 S. East Ave (College Avenue Historic District)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will review several items, including a contract for the Artscape Placemaking Plan on the Riverwalk and Riverfront Street, a discussion of the 2025‑2029 financial projection, and a resolution to set fees for residential garbage and recyclables collection. The committee will also consider amendments to the Disposition of Surplus Property Financial Policy (F‑15) and a revised Purchasing and Bidding Policy (F‑6.0). Each item will be presented for possible action.

• Review and possible action on the Artscape Placemaking Plan contract with Damon Farber for the Riverwalk and Riverfront Street
• Matter of report: 2025‑2029 financial projection discussion
• Resolution 2025‑17 to create and set fees for residential garbage and recyclables collection services
• Amending the Disposition of Surplus Property Financial Policy (F‑15)
• Revised Financial Policy F‑6.0 Purchasing and Bidding

The committee approved the September 9, 2025 meeting minutes without objection. It adopted Resolution 2025-17 to set residential garbage and recyclables collection fees. The committee also approved amendments to the Disposition of Surplus Property Financial Policy (F‑15) and the revised Purchasing and Bidding Policy (F‑6.0). The Artscape Placemaking Plan contract was placed on hold and the 2025‑2029 financial projection was discussed.

• Approved September 9 minutes (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2025-17 Garbage/Recyclables Fee (5-0)
• Approved amendment to Disposition of Surplus Property Financial Policy (F‑15) (5-0)
• Approved revised Purchasing and Bidding Policy (F‑6.0) (5-0)
• Artscape Placemaking Plan contract placed on hold (no vote)
• Financial projection 2025‑2029 discussed (no vote)

Plan Commission

The Plan Commission will review several site plan and architectural requests including additions for car dealerships, a cold storage building, and a new subdivision. Decisions will be made on a 39-lot residential plat and expansions at International Porsche, Russ Darrow Kia, and Boucher Cadillac on E. Moreland Blvd. The consent agenda includes minor site plans for a pole building, a backup generator, and a patio expansion.

• Final Subdivision Plat for Winterberry Reserve Phase 1 (39 lots) at 0 Summit Ave
• Final Site Plan for International Porsche 3,075 sq ft addition at 2228 E Moreland Blvd
• Final Site Plan for Russ Darrow Kia 1,050 sq ft car wash addition at 2141 E Moreland Blvd
• Final Site Plan for Boucher Cadillac 3,429 sq ft additions at 2145 E Moreland Blvd
• Minor site plans for backup generators at 1855 Stardust Drive and 801 N East Avenue

The commission approved ten site‑plan and architectural requests, covering additions, renovations, and a subdivision. All motions passed unanimously with a 5‑0 vote, with two members absent. The Winterberry Reserve Phase 1 subdivision, creating 39 single‑family lots, was approved pending city department comments.

• Approved 3,075 sq ft addition for International Porsche (PC25-0143) – 5‑0
• Approved 1,050 sq ft addition for Russ Darrow Kia (PC25-0144) – 5‑0
• Approved AT&T backup generator placement at 801 N. East Avenue (PC25-0146) – 5‑0
• Approved 4,886 sq ft cold‑storage addition for Bakers Quality (PC25-0147) – 5‑0
• Approved façade renovation for 375 W. Main Street (PC25-0148) – 5‑0
• Approved Phase 1 subdivision plat for Winterberry Reserve, 39 lots (PC25-0149) – 5‑0
• Approved 3,429 sq ft additions and façade improvements for Boucher Cadillac (PC25-0153) – 5‑0
• Approved patio and window‑to‑door expansion for Cue Club (PC25-0151) – 5‑0

Ordinance & License Committee

The Ordinance & License Committee will consider approval of prior meeting minutes and review several license applications, including invited bartender, general bartender, invited other, and other applications. No ordinances or fee changes are on the agenda.

• Approval of O&L Draft Minutes from 09.08.2025
• Invited Bartender Applications (ID#25-02127)
• Bartender Applications (ID#25-02185)
• Invited Other Applications (ID#25-02186)
• Other Applications (ID#25-02195)

The committee approved six license applications, including three invited bartender permits, one regular bartender permit, an extension for Club 400, and a junk dealer permit. All motions passed by unanimous consent of the four present members, with Dean D. Lemke absent. No other actions were taken.

• Approved Invited Bartender License for Jeffrey Bernhardt (4-0)
• Approved Invited Bartender License for Isabella Strader (4-0)
• Approved Invited Bartender License for Dallas Kinski (4-0)
• Approved Bartender License for Meghan Mayer (4-0)
• Approved Invited Extension of Premises for Club 400 (4-0)
• Approved Junk Dealer License for Waukesha Iron & Metal (4-0)

Board of Public Works

The Waukesha Board of Public Works will approve minutes and payments, review bids for the South Street Parking Ramp, and discuss contracts for the Clean Water Plant, Ruben Drive Pump Station, and Gascoigne/Peters Drive improvements.

• Review contract for Clean Water Plant engineering support with SmithGroup, Inc.
• Review contract for Ruben Drive Sanitary Pump Station replacement design services
• Review change order No. 1 with LaLonde Contractors for Gascoigne Drive and Peters Drive improvements
• Review RAISE grant agreement for bike and pedestrian bridges over USH18/STH59
• Bid received for South Street Parking Ramp Structural Repairs

The Board of Public Works unanimously approved the September 4 minutes and the pending payments. It recommended awarding the South Street Parking Ramp repair contract to Cy‑Con, Inc. for $176,200 and advised council consent on four consulting and contract change orders, including a USDOT RAISE grant for bike and pedestrian bridges over USH‑18/STH‑59 and USH‑18/STH‑59/STH‑164.

• Approved minutes of September 4, 2025 (5‑0)
• Approved pending payments (5‑0)
• Recommended award of South Street Parking Ramp Structural Repairs to Cy‑Con, Inc. for $176,200 (5‑0)
• Recommended council consent for On‑Call Engineering and Operations Support Services Contract with SmithGroup, Inc. for the Clean Water Plant (5‑0)
• Recommended council consent for consulting contract for Ruben Drive Sanitary Pump Station Replacement Design Services (5‑0)
• Recommended council consent for Contract Change Order No. 1 with LaLonde Contractors, Inc. for Gascoigne Drive and Peters Drive Utility and Street Improvements (5‑0)
• Recommended council consent for RAISE grant agreement with USDOT for bike and pedestrian bridges over USH‑18/STH‑59 and USH‑18/STH‑59/STH‑164 (5‑0)

Waukesha Water Commission

The Waukesha Water Commission will vote to approve payments from the General Fund and the Improvement Fund as detailed in the August voucher list. Commissioners will receive updates on the new water utility operations center and review the 2026 Capital Improvement Plan. A closed session will be held to discuss legal strategy for Circuit Court Case No. 2025-CV-971, Fabair, LLC et al v. Public Service Commission of Wisconsin. The meeting also includes public comment and approval of prior meeting minutes.

• Approve Payments from the General Fund and the Improvement Fund (Action Item ID#25-02168)
• Discussion of Waukesha Water Utility new Operations Center Updates (Discussion Item ID#25-02175)
• Review of the 2026 Capital Improvement Plan (Discussion Item ID#25-02170)
• Closed session to confer with legal counsel on Fabair, LLC et al v. Public Service Commission case (Closed Session ID#25-02173)
• Approval of minutes from 8/21/25 (ID#25-02167) and 9/8/25 (ID#25-02194)

The Waukesha Water Commission approved several actions, each with a 5‑0 vote. It authorized a closed‑session meeting to confer with legal counsel on a circuit‑court case, then reconvened in open session and approved signing the agreement discussed. The commission also approved the minutes from prior meetings and authorized payments from the General and Improvement Funds. No other decisions were made.

• Approved convening closed session to discuss legal strategy (ID#25-02173, 5-0)
• Approved reconvening open session after closed session (ID#25-02174, 5-0)
• Approved signing agreement discussed in closed session (ID#25-02215, 5-0)
• Approved minutes from 8/21/25 meeting (ID#25-02167, 5-0)
• Approved minutes from 9/8/25 special meeting (ID#25-02194, 5-0)
• Approved payments from General Fund and Improvement Fund (August voucher list) (ID#25-02168, 5-0)

Human Resources Committee

The committee will consider updates to the deferred compensation plan, a new internal job transfer policy, and amendments to policies on fleet guidelines, corrective action, and holidays. They will then convene in closed session to review the City Administrator's performance and possibly take action.

• Review and possible action on revised deferred compensation plan document updates for Nationwide (ID#25-02178)
• Review and possible action on new HR Policy B15 Internal Job Transfers for New Employees (ID#25-02179)
• Review and possible action on amendments to HR Policy E2 Fleet Guidelines (ID#25-02181)
• Review and possible action on amendments to HR Policy G3 Corrective and Disciplinary Action (ID#25-02182)
• Closed session for City Administrator’s Performance Review (ID#25-02184)

The committee unanimously approved the June 18 meeting minutes. It also approved the revised Nationwide deferred compensation plan and amendments to the G3 Corrective and Disciplinary Action and C1 Holidays policies, each with a 4‑0 vote. The B15 Internal Job Transfers and E2 Fleet Guidelines policies were postponed to a future meeting.

• Approved June 18 meeting minutes (unanimously)
• Approved revised Nationwide deferred compensation plan updates (4-0)
• Approved amendments to HR Policy G3 Corrective and Disciplinary Action (4-0)
• Approved amendments to HR Policy C1 Holidays (4-0)
• Deferred HR Policy B15 Internal Job Transfers to future meeting
• Deferred HR Policy E2 Fleet Guidelines to future meeting

City Council

The City Council will discuss and act on the 2026-2030 CIP budget and the sale of city-owned property at 223 S. West Ave. The body will also consider a rezoning request for 3011 Saylesville Road and various public works contracts.

• Approval of the 2026-2030 Capital Improvement Program (CIP)
• Rezoning of 3011 Saylesville Road from I-1 Institutional to B-3 General Business District
• Proposed $299,000 contract with Ross and White Company for Badger Drive Bus Wash Replacement
• Purchase of three fixed route buses from Gillig, LLC
• Sale of city-owned property at 223 S. West Ave

The council approved the 2026 CIP budget of $39,887,329 and the 2026‑2030 CIP budget of $179,471,597. It also approved a municipal exemption from the Waukesha County Library Tax, a $299,000 bus‑wash contract, rezoning of 3011 Saylesville Road, and the sale of city property at 223 S. West Ave. Several other motions were rejected or modified, including a $1.1M debt‑reduction request and a claim for property damage.

• Approved 2026 CIP $39.9M and 2026‑2030 CIP $179.5M (12‑2)
• Reduced GO debt issuance for Mindiola Project by $1,122,575 – motion failed (5‑9)
• Approved 2026 municipal exemption from Waukesha County Library Tax (14‑0)
• Disallowed claim for property damage for Al and Nancy Roberts (11‑3)
• Approved $299,000 base bid from Ross and White Co. for Badger Drive Bus Wash Replacement (14‑0)
• Approved rezoning of 3011 Saylesville Rd to B‑3 General Business District (14‑0)
• Approved sale of city‑owned property at 223 S. West Ave. to Carmen (12‑1‑1 abstain)

Library Public Art Committee

The Library Public Art Committee will review and possibly act on the Public Art Policy and specific art projects. The group will also receive reports on a library tour program and the 20th anniversary celebration.

• Review and possible action on Library Board Policy D:4 Public Art Policy
• Review and possible action on External Wall Efforts
• Review and possible action on Robin Jebavy's Amber
• Report on 20th Anniversary Celebration Update
• Report on Library Tour Program for November 8, 2025

Library Board

The Library Board will review and possibly act on the proposed 2026 Library Budget, a Public Services Manager job description, and an update on Waukesha Reads 2025. They will also hear reports from committees, the director, and the Friends of the Library.

• Review and possible action on 2026 Library Budget (ID#25-02125) with operating budget overview and requested figures without personnel
• Review and possible action on Public Services Manager job description (ID#25-02124)
• Board Education: Waukesha Reads 2025 (ID#25-02123)
• Matter of report on Endowment Update (ID#25-02119)
• Approval of minutes from August 14, 2025 meeting

The board adopted the minutes from the August 14, 2025 meeting. It approved September bills totaling $67,575.67 and the September financial report. The board also approved the Waukesha Reads 2025 education initiative and the Public Services Manager job description. The meeting adjourned at 5:36 p.m.

• Adopted August 14, 2025 Library Board minutes (unanimous)
• Approved September bills totaling $67,575.67 (7‑0)
• Approved September financial report (7‑0)
• Approved Board Education: Waukesha Reads 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved Public Services Manager job description (unanimous)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will discuss and act on the 2026-2030 Capital Improvement Program (CIP). The body will also review contracts for police department cameras and the purchase of city buses.

• Action on Flock Safety Contract for three additional cameras
• Action on purchase of three fixed route buses from Gillig, LLC
• Action on Finance recommendation for the 2026-2030 CIP

The committee approved the August 26, 2025 minutes without objection. It approved the Flock Safety contract for three additional cameras. It approved the purchase of three Gillig fixed‑route buses. It recommended the 2026‑2030 Capital Improvement Program budget to the Council.

• Approved August 26, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Flock Safety contract for three additional cameras (5‑0)
• Approved purchase of three Gillig fixed‑route buses (5‑0)
• Recommended 2026‑2030 CIP budget to Council (5‑0)

Public Art Committee

The Public Art Committee will review proposals for a mural project in Friedman Alley. The meeting includes approval of previous minutes and a public comment session.

• Review of Friedman Alley Mural Request for Proposals
• Approval of August 26, 2025 minutes
• Public comment session (2-minute limit)
• Staff and commission reports
• Setting of the next meeting date

The committee approved the minutes from the August 26, 2025 meeting. They approved working with Nate Page for the Site 3 mural location. They approved working with Hannah Tews for mural locations 1 and 2. The next meeting was scheduled for October 7, 2025 at 5 p.m.

• Approved August 26, 2025 minutes (5‑0 vote)
• Approved work with Nate Page for Site 3 location (5‑0 vote)
• Approved work with Hannah Tews for locations 1 and 2 (5‑0 vote)
• Set next meeting for October 7, 2025 at 5 p.m. (no vote recorded)

Parks, Recreation and Forestry Board

The Parks, Recreation and Forestry Board will meet to discuss a proposed contract with Laser Fusion. The board may take action to recommend this contract to the Common Council.

• Proposed contract with Laser Fusion for a Drone Light Show at the 2026 Winter JanBoree

The Parks, Recreation and Forestry Board approved the meeting minutes from August 25, 2025. The board also approved its discussion and recommendation to the Common Council for a contract with Laser Fusion to provide a laser light show at the 2026 Winter JanBoree. Both motions passed unanimously.

• Approved meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved recommendation for Laser Fusion JanBoree contract (5-0)

Ordinance & License Committee

The Ordinance & License Committee will review several license applications, including temporary beer/wine sales for the Wauk-tober event and a mobile home park license. The agenda also includes approval of prior meeting minutes and public comment.

• Invited bartender/operator license for Grace Davis
• Invited bartender/operator license for Meagan Bloxdorf
• Wauk-tober Beer & Wine Walk temporary Class 'B' license
• Park Place MHC, LLC mobile home park license

The committee approved the minutes from the August 25, 2025 meeting by unanimous consent. It also approved the bartender license for Meagan Bloxdorf, the temporary Class "B" license for the Wauk‑tober Beer & Wine Walk, and the mobile home park license for Park Place MHC, LLC, each with a 5‑0 vote.

• Approved August 25, 2025 O&L minutes (unanimous consent)
• Approved bartender license for Meagan Bloxdorf (5‑0)
• Approved temporary Class "B" license for Wauk‑tober Beer & Wine Walk (5‑0)
• Approved mobile home park license for Park Place MHC, LLC (5‑0)

Waukesha Water Commission

The Waukesha Water Commission will open the meeting, then move to a closed session under Wis. Stat. 19.85(1)(c). In that session, commissioners will consider employment, promotion, compensation, and performance‑evaluation information for the General Manager position. Afterward, they may reconvene in open session to act on any matters discussed.

• Closed session to consider General Manager employment, promotion, compensation, and performance‑evaluation data (ID#25-02133)
• Potential motion to reconvene in open session after closed discussion (ID#25-02134)

The Waukesha Water Commission voted to convene a closed session to consider employment, promotion, compensation, and performance‑evaluation data for the General Manager. The motion passed unanimously (4‑0). The commission then approved reconvening in open session after the closed session, also unanimously (4‑0). No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved closed‑session meeting to discuss General Manager personnel data (4‑0)
• Approved reconvening in open session after closed session (4‑0)

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will approve the minutes from the August 21, 2025 meeting and approve pending payments. It will consider a rebid for the Badger Drive bus wash replacement and several contract items, including the on‑call engineering and operations support contract with Jacobs Engineering for the Clean Water Plant, a roof‑repair contract with OMNIA Partners, and a change order with Zenith Tech for traffic‑signal improvements. The agenda also notes upcoming bid closures for the South Street Parking Ramp structural repairs.

• Approve minutes of August 21, 2025 (ID#25-02065)
• Approve payments (ID#25-02066)
• Rebid: Badger Drive Bus Wash Replacement (ID#25-01679)
• Review Jacobs Engineering on‑call engineering and operations support contract for Clean Water Plant (ID#25-02067)
• Review Zenith Tech Change Order No. 1 for W. Sunset Drive & S. Prairie Ave traffic signal improvements (ID#25-02073)

The Board of Public Works approved the August 21, 2025 minutes and the scheduled payments. It recommended awarding the $299,000 Badger Drive Bus Wash Replacement bid to Ross and White Company. The Board also recommended three contracts—Jacobs Engineering for the Clean Water Plant, OMNIA Partners for municipal garage roof repair, and Zenith Tech change order for traffic signal improvements—for Council consent. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Approved minutes of August 21, 2025 (5 ayes)
• Approved scheduled payments (5 ayes)
• Recommended award of $299,000 Badger Drive Bus Wash Replacement to Ross and White Co. (5 ayes)
• Recommended Jacobs Engineering on‑call contract for Clean Water Plant for Council consent (5 ayes)
• Recommended OMNIA Partners contract for municipal garage roof repair for Council consent (5 ayes)
• Recommended Zenith Tech Change Order No. 1 for Sunset Drive & Prairie Ave traffic signal improvements for Council consent (5 ayes)
• Issued official notice: bids to close Sep 12, 2025 for South Street Parking Ramp structural repairs (no vote)
• Adjourned meeting unanimously

Landmarks Commission

The Waukesha Landmarks Commission will review two requests for Certificates of Appropriateness regarding historic home exterior repairs in the College Avenue and Caples Park Historic Districts. The agenda also includes the approval of previous meeting minutes and a discussion of Paint and Repair Grant funds.

• Review Certificate of Appropriateness for 202 W. College Ave. siding replacement
• Review Certificate of Appropriateness for 325 E. Newhall Ave. gutters and addition
• Approval of August 6, 2025 meeting minutes
• Discussion of Paint and Repair Grant funds
• Public comment period

The commission unanimously approved the minutes from the August 6, 2025 meeting. It also approved a Certificate of Appropriateness for 202 W. College Ave. and a $1,500 Paint and Repair Grant for the same property. Additionally, a Certificate of Appropriateness for 325 E. Newhall Ave. was approved.

• Approved minutes of August 6, 2025 (7-0)
• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for 202 W. College Ave. (7-0)
• Approved $1,500 Paint and Repair Grant for 202 W. College Ave. (7-0)
• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for 325 E. Newhall Ave. (7-0)

Information Technology Board

The Information Technology Board will consider and act on a service agreement with EPR FireWorks. They will also review and discuss proposed 2026 Capital Improvement Plan items including software, fiber relocation, AV equipment, infrastructure, and workstation replacements. The board will approve June meeting minutes and may enter closed session.

• Review and act on agreement between EPR FireWorks and the City (ID#25-02063)
• Review and discuss 2026 CIP items including software, fiber relocation, AV equipment, infrastructure/power, workstation replacements, and communications (ID#25-02089)
• Approval of June meeting minutes (ID#25-02090)
• Notice of possible closed session with possible action on matters discussed

The Information Technology Board approved the June meeting minutes. It also approved the agreement between the City and EPR FireWorks with a unanimous 6‑0 vote. The board reviewed and discussed the 2026 Capital Improvement Program items but took no formal action. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved June meeting minutes (6-0)
• Approved agreement with EPR FireWorks (6-0)
• Reviewed 2026 CIP items (discussion only)
• Adjourned meeting (6-0)

City Council

The council will discuss and possibly approve the sale of city‑owned property at 223 S. West Ave. It will also consider land‑use plan amendments and rezoning requests for 1300 & 1240 S. Grand Ave. (Bridge Church) and for 3011 Saylesville Rd. (Momentum Early Learning). Additional items include a resolution to apply for a Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation small‑business grant and reviews of a four‑year cardiac monitor maintenance agreement with Stryker and a fire department training center contract.

• Sale of city‑owned property at 223 S. West Ave.
• Land Use Plan Amendment and Rezoning for 1300 & 1240 S. Grand Ave. (Bridge Church)
• Land Use Plan Amendment and Rezoning for 3011 Saylesville Rd. (Momentum Early Learning)
• Resolution to apply for a WEDC Small Business Development Grant
• Review of four‑year cardiac monitor maintenance agreement with Stryker

The council approved the minutes from the August 19 meeting and authorized staff to apply for a Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation small‑business grant. It also adopted a land‑use plan amendment and rezoning that changes 1300 and 1240 S. Grand Avenue from commercial to civic/institutional use. Additional actions included returning the revised purchasing policy to committee, approving a comprehensive plan amendment for 3011 Saylesville Road, and voting 8‑7 to stop considering the proposal to make the city attorney an appointed position.

• Approved August 19 minutes (15‑0)
• Approved resolution to apply for WEDC small‑business grant (15‑0)
• Approved land‑use plan amendment and rezoning for 1300 & 1240 S. Grand Ave (14‑0‑1 abstain)
• Approved comprehensive plan amendment for 3011 Saylesville Rd (15‑0)
• Approved return of revised Financial Policy F‑6.0 to committee (15‑0)
• Motion to stop considering City Attorney appointment proposal passed (8‑7)
• Approved consulting contract for Saratoga Lake Study (motion carried; ayes listed)

Plan Commission

The Waukesha Plan Commission meeting will consider several site plan and conditional use applications. Items include a minor site plan for an electric car charging station at Kwik Trip (2001 Golf Road), a conditional use permit for James Guenther Cigars at 3725 Stillwater Court, and a conditional use permit for a storage container at Café de Arts (830 W. St. Paul Ave). The commission will also review final site plans for Bridge Church (1314 S. Grand Ave) and Carroll University’s Randall Health Science buildout (114 S. Charles St). Decisions will be recorded in the meeting minutes.

• Minor Site Plan & Architectural Review – electric car charging station at Kwik Trip, 2001 Golf Road
• Conditional Use Permit – James Guenther Cigars wholesale operation at 3725 Stillwater Court
• Conditional Use Permit – storage container for green coffee beans at Café de Arts, 830 W. St. Paul Ave
• Final Site Plan & Architectural Review – 23,720 sq ft addition for Bridge Church at 1314 S. Grand Ave
• Final Site Plan & Architectural Review – Randall Health Science buildout entry vestibule at 114 S. Charles St

The commission approved the meeting minutes. It approved a conditional use permit for James Guenther Cigars at 3725 Stillwater Court, a storage container permit for Café de Arts at 830 W. St. Paul Avenue, and several site‑plan and architectural reviews—including projects at 830 W. St. Paul Avenue, 1314 S. Grand Avenue, and 114 S. Charles Street—each with conditions. All approvals passed with unanimous votes of the seven members.

• Approved minutes (7-0)
• Approved conditional use permit for James Guenther Cigars at 3725 Stillwater Court with conditions (7-0)
• Approved conditional use permit for Café de Arts storage container at 830 W. St. Paul Avenue with conditions (7-0)
• Approved minor site plan & architectural review for Café de Arts at 830 W. St. Paul Avenue with conditions (7-0)
• Approved final site plan & architectural review for Bridge Church addition at 1314 S. Grand Avenue with conditions (7-0)
• Approved final site plan & architectural review for Carroll University vestibule at 114 S. Charles Street with conditions (7-0)

Waukesha Intergovernmental Health Group Advisory Council

The Waukesha Intergovernmental Health Group Advisory Council will approve minutes from March 2025 and conduct a mid-year utilization review of the clinic. The meeting is mostly procedural with one substantive business item.

• Approval of minutes from March 6, 2025 meeting
• Clinic Year Mid-Year Utilization Review

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will review a four-year cardiac monitor maintenance agreement with Stryker and the 2026-2030 Community Investment Program. The committee will also consider a Fire Department Training Center contract and an amendment to the Surplus Property Financial Policy.

• Review cardiac monitor maintenance agreement with Stryker
• Review Fire Department Training Center contract
• Review amendment to Disposition of Surplus Property Financial Policy
• Review 2026-2030 Community Investment Program
• Review 2026 CIP Requested Fleet Book

The committee approved the minutes from the August 12 meeting with no objections. It approved a four‑year cardiac monitor maintenance agreement with Stryker and a fire department training center contract, each by a 4‑0 vote. The amendment to the Disposition of Surplus Property Financial Policy was placed on hold for the next meeting, and the 2026‑2030 Community Investment Program budget was presented and discussed.

• Approved August 12 minutes (no objections)
• Approved four‑year cardiac monitor maintenance agreement with Stryker (4‑0)
• Approved Fire Department Training Center contract (4‑0)
• Amendment to Disposition of Surplus Property Financial Policy placed on hold
• Reviewed 2026‑2030 Community Investment Program and fleet items (discussion, no vote)

Public Art Committee

The Public Art Committee will review proposals for a mural in Friedman Alley, with multiple artist submissions attached for consideration. The committee will also receive an update on the Artscape Placemaking Plan for the Riverwalk and review the 2025-2026 Gallery Art Application.

• Review of Friedman Alley Mural Request for Proposals with 21 artist submissions
• Update on Artscape Placemaking Plan for the Riverwalk
• Review of 2025-2026 Gallery Art Application

Ordinance & License Committee

The Ordinance & License Committee will discuss a proposal to change the City Attorney from an elected to an appointed position. The body will also review two liquor license applications.

• Proposal to make City Attorney an appointed rather than elected position
• Amendment of Premises Application for Compass Groups USA, Inc "Class B" Beer & Liquor License
• Temporary Class "B" License Application for Corpus Christi Celebration Festival

The committee approved the August 11, 2025 Ordinance & License minutes by unanimous consent. It approved a Class B beer and liquor license amendment for Compass Groups USA, Inc., and a temporary Class B license for the Corpus Christi Celebration Festival, each with a 4‑0 vote. The committee also approved a proposal to change the City Attorney position from elected to appointed, passing 3‑1. One member was absent for each vote.

• Approved August 11, 2025 O&L minutes (unanimous consent)
• Approved Amendment of Premises Application for Compass Groups USA, Inc. Class B beer & liquor license (4-0, 1 absent)
• Approved Temporary Class B License Application for Corpus Christi Celebration Festival (4-0, 1 absent)
• Approved proposal to make City Attorney appointed rather than elected (3-1, 1 absent)

Parks, Recreation and Forestry Board

The Parks, Recreation and Forestry Board will discuss and possibly act on the proposed 2026-2030 Executive Community Investment Program (CIP) Budget for the department. The board will also approve minutes from a previous meeting and hear reports from the President and Director.

• Approval of PRF Board Minutes from July 21, 2025
• Review of proposed 2026-2030 PRF CIP Budget (Executive)
• Recommendation to Finance Committee for CIP Budget
• Board President Report
• Director and Staff Report

The Parks, Recreation and Forestry Board approved the July 21, 2025 meeting minutes. The board also approved the discussion and recommendation to the Finance Committee for the 2026‑2030 Executive Community Investment Program budget for the department. Both motions passed unanimously with all seven members voting aye. No other actions were taken.

• Approved minutes (7-0)
• Approved discussion and recommendation on 2026‑2030 PRF CIP budget (7-0)

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will approve the minutes from its August 7, 2025 meeting and approve pending payments. It will also discuss and make a recommendation to the City Council on a consulting contract for the Saratoga Lake dredging study. No other substantive actions are listed.

• Approve Minutes of August 7, 2025 (ID#25-02015)
• Approve Payments (ID#25-02017)
• Review and possible action on consulting contract for the Saratoga Lake Study (ID#25-00799)

The Board of Public Works approved the minutes from the August 7, 2025 meeting and approved pending payments. It voted to recommend the consulting contract with Ayres Associates, Inc. for the Saratoga Lake dredging study. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously.

• Approved minutes of August 7, 2025 (5-0)
• Approved pending payments (5-0)
• Recommended consulting contract with Ayres Associates for Saratoga Lake study approved (4-1)
• Meeting adjourned unanimously

Waukesha Water Commission

The Waukesha Water Commission will vote on declaring an emergency for a water main relocation on Perkins Avenue between Anoka and Arcadian Avenues, authorizing up to $568,000 in costs. They will also approve a developer's agreement with Waukesha Airport Holding for 2781 Aviation Drive and write off $5,248.27 in bankruptcy charges. Additionally, payments from the General and Improvement Funds and a payment for wireless access points at the new Operations Center are on the agenda.

• Emergency declaration for Perkins Avenue water main relocation: up to $23,000 for services plus up to $545,000 for reconstruction
• Approve developer's agreement with Waukesha Airport Holding for 2781 Aviation Drive
• Write off $5,248.27 in water-related bankruptcy charges
• Approve payment for wireless access points for new Operations Center
• Approve July voucher list payments from General and Improvement Funds

The Water Commission approved an emergency contract to relocate water services to the 12‑inch main on Perkins Avenue, authorizing up to $23,000 for the work and up to $545,000 for related road reconstruction. The commission also approved routine items including the July voucher payments, a purchase of wireless access points for the new Operations Center, a $5,248.27 bankruptcy write‑off, and a developer agreement for 2781 Aviation Drive. All actions were approved unanimously by the five members present.

• Approved emergency water main contract for Perkins Ave (5‑0)
• Approved July voucher payments from General and Improvement Funds (5‑0)
• Approved payment for wireless access points for new Operations Center (5‑0)
• Approved $5,248.27 bankruptcy write‑offs of water charges (5‑0)
• Approved developer agreement with Waukesha Airport Holding for 2781 Aviation Drive (5‑0)
• Approved minutes from July 17, 2025 meeting (5‑0)

City Council

The Waukesha City Council will consider several consent agenda items, including a We Energies easement in Merrill Crest Park and renewal applications for three secondhand dealers. New business includes the 2025 budget for the Waukesha Parade Memorial, a contract with Waukesha County for fire and police training use of UW‑Waukesha buildings, and a $350,000 HVAC replacement contract for the municipal garage. A public hearing and subsequent action will address the rezoning of 735 Pleasant St., converting about 5.14 acres from mixed commercial and residential uses to an Institutional district.

• Proposed distribution easement with We Energies for an underground line in Merrill Crest Park
• Renewal applications for secondhand dealers: EcoATM, LLC; Costa's Fine Jewelry & Coins; Watchcircle, LLC
• Purchase of sewer castings for manholes and inlets for various sewer and roadway projects
• Award of $350,000 contract to Sure‑Fire, Inc. for municipal garage HVAC replacement
• Rezoning of 735 Pleasant St., La Casa de Esperanza (5.1402 acres) from B‑3/M‑1/Rm‑3 to I‑1 Institutional

The council unanimously approved the 2025 budget for the Waukesha Parade Memorial and a contract with Waukesha County for fire and police training at UW‑Waukesha buildings. It also approved the rezoning of 735 Pleasant St. to an Institutional District and a certified survey map consolidating 13 parcels there. A $350,000 HVAC replacement contract for the municipal garage was approved, while a waiver request for the Von Briesen law firm was rejected. Two bartender/operator license actions were taken, one approval and one denial.

• Approved 2025 Parade Memorial budget (15‑0)
• Failed waiver request for Von Briesen law firm (7‑8)
• Approved contract with Waukesha County for UW‑Waukesha fire/police training (15‑0)
• Approved rezoning of 735 Pleasant St. to Institutional District (15‑0)
• Approved Certified Survey Map consolidating 13 parcels at 735 Pleasant St. (15‑0)
• Approved $350,000 HVAC replacement contract for Municipal Garage (Sure‑Fire, Inc.) (15‑0)
• Approved Bartender/Operator license for Carter Bell (12‑3)
• Approved denial of Bartender/Operator license for Gregory Kasprzak (15‑0)

Redevelopment Authority

The Redevelopment Authority will consider loan agreements for two affordable housing projects. The body will also review a temporary change to the Central City Storefront Activation Loan Program to assist with flood-related repairs.

• Construction loan request from Habitat for Humanity for remaining lots at Domenica Park Subdivision
• Loan request from Duffek Construction/Rise Development for a 36-unit residential development on Meadow Lane
• Proposed temporary change to property eligibility for the Central City Storefront Activation Loan Program for flood repairs

The Redevelopment Authority approved the minutes from the July 21, 2025 meeting. It approved Habitat for Humanity’s request to receive up to four construction loans for the remaining lots in the Domenica Park subdivision, with the loans staff‑approved. It approved a loan to Duffek Construction/Rise Development for a proposed 36‑unit residential project on the vacant parcel on Meadow Lane (Tax Key No. WAKC0974906) with a 5‑2 vote (two abstentions). It also approved a temporary change to the property eligibility rules of the Central City Storefront Activation Loan Program to support flood‑related repairs.

• Approved July 21, 2025 meeting minutes (7‑0)
• Approved Habitat for Humanity construction loan request for Domenica Park subdivision (7‑0)
• Approved Duffek Construction/Rise Development loan for 36‑unit Meadow Lane project (5‑0‑2)
• Approved temporary change to Central City Storefront Activation Loan Program eligibility (7‑0)

Administrative Review Appeals Board

The Administrative Review Appeals Board will consider an appeal submitted by Norman and Eve Bruce. The appeal challenges the revocation of Street Closing Permit 2025‑5 for the Waukesha Guitartown & Martha Merrell Books Music Special Event, which the Street Uses Panel issued on June 27, 2025. The board may hold a closed session to deliberate the matter before reconvening in open session for any action.

• Appeal of revocation of Street Closing Permit 2025‑5 for the Guitartown & Martha Merrell Books Music Special Event
• Closed session deliberation under Wis. Stat. 19.85(1)(a) to discuss the appeal
• Public comment period before the hearing and appeal discussion

Library Board

The Library Board will review and possibly approve the Community Improvement Plan, the 2026 Operating Budget, and several staff job descriptions and reclassifications. Public comment is limited to three minutes per speaker. The meeting includes reports from the Director, Bridges Library System trustee, and Friends of the Library.

• Review and possible action on Community Improvement Plan (ID#25-01891)
• Review and possible action on 2026 Operating Budget (ID#25-01929)
• Review and possible action on multiple staff job descriptions and reclassifications
• Report on new Makerspace logo (ID#25-01938)
• Public comment limited to three minutes per speaker

The board unanimously approved the July and August library bills totaling $147,741.46, the financial report, the Community Improvement Plan, and the 2026 Operating Budget proposal in concept. It also unanimously adopted new service standards and approved a series of staffing and job‑description items, including the Security Guard position and several manager and coordinator roles.

• Approved July bills ($87,156.63) – unanimous (8-0)
• Approved August bills ($60,584.83) – unanimous (8-0)
• Approved Financial Report – unanimous (8-0)
• Approved Community Improvement Plan – unanimous (8-0)
• Approved 2026 Operating Budget proposal in concept – unanimous (8-0)
• Approved Service Standards – unanimous (8-0)
• Approved Security Guard position – unanimous (8-0)
• Approved Library Associate Job Description – unanimous (8-0)

Library Human Resources Committee

The Library Human Resources Committee will review and take possible action on several staff job descriptions and position changes. The meeting includes discussions on a security guard position and a public services library associate regrade.

• Review of Security Guard position and service revisions
• Review of Public Services Library Associate regrade
• Review of Summer Intern Position
• Review of job descriptions for Makerspace Coordinator, Technology Manager, and Marketing and Communications Manager
• Review of job descriptions for Library Associate, Library Assistant, Page/Shelver, and Special Projects Coordinator

The Library Human Resources Committee approved the February 13, 2025 meeting minutes and an extended absence request. It also approved the Summer Intern position, the Security Guard position, a regrade for the Public Services Library Associate, and several new job descriptions. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved February 13, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved extended absence request (unanimous)
• Approved Summer Intern position (unanimous)
• Approved Security Guard position (unanimous)
• Approved Public Services Library Associate regrade (unanimous)
• Approved Library Associate and Library Assistant job descriptions (unanimous)
• Approved Makerspace Coordinator job description (unanimous)
• Approved Marketing and Communications Manager job description (unanimous)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will consider two revised financial policies: the Disposition of Surplus Property policy (F-15.0) and the Purchasing and Bidding policy (F-6.0). Both items are presented for review and action. The committee will decide whether to adopt the proposed changes to each policy.

• Review and act on revised Disposition of Surplus Property Policy (F-15.0)
• Review and act on revised Purchasing and Bidding Policy (F-6.0)

The committee approved the May 27, 2025 Finance Committee minutes with no objections. It approved the revised Financial Policy F‑6.0 Purchasing and Bidding by a unanimous 4‑0 vote. The amendment to the Disposition of Surplus Property Financial Policy was placed on hold for discussion at the next meeting. The next Finance Committee meeting is set for August 26, 2025 at 6:00 pm.

• Approved May 27, 2025 Finance Committee minutes (4‑0)
• Approved revised Financial Policy F‑6.0 Purchasing and Bidding (4‑0)
• Tabled amendment to Disposition of Surplus Property Financial Policy (held for next meeting)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will consider two dimensional variance appeals regarding property improvements. The board will decide if residents may deviate from zoning codes to install a fence and a shed in restricted yard areas.

• Appeal by Kayla Schneider for a solid fence at 1040 W Cumberland Drive
• Appeal by Lynne Robinson for a shed at 606 Rawlins Drive

The Board of Zoning Appeals approved the July 14, 2025 meeting minutes. It granted Kayla Schneider a dimensional variance to build a solid fence at 1040 W Cumberland Drive. It also granted Lynne Robinson a dimensional variance to build a shed at 606 Rawlins Drive.

• Approved July 14 minutes (4-0 aye vote)
• Approved Kayla Schneider fence variance (3 aye, 1 nay)
• Approved Lynne Robinson shed variance (4 aye, 0 nay)

Ordinance & License Committee

The Ordinance & License Committee will review and take possible action on several license applications, including secondhand dealer renewals for EcoATM, LLC and Costa's Fine Jewelry & Coins, and a new secondhand dealer application from Watchcircle, LLC. Also on the agenda are approval of previous meeting minutes and invited applications.

• Review and possible action on Secondhand Dealer Renewal Application from EcoATM, LLC
• Review and possible action on Secondhand Dealer Renewal Application from Costa's Fine Jewelry & Coins
• Review and possible action on Secondhand Dealer Application from Watchcircle, LLC
• Review and possible action of invited applications

The Ordinance & License Committee approved the minutes from July 28, 2025 by unanimous consent. It approved a bartender/operator license for Carter Bell (3‑1 vote) and denied a bartender/operator license for Gregory Kasprzak (3‑1 vote). The committee also approved renewal applications for EcoATM, LLC; Costa's Fine Jewelry & Coins; and Watchcircle, LLC, each by a 4‑0 vote.

• Approved July 28, 2025 minutes (unanimous consent)
• Approved Bartender/Operator license for Carter Bell (3‑1)
• Denied Bartender/Operator license for Gregory Kasprzak (3‑1)
• Approved EcoATM, LLC secondhand dealer renewal (4‑0)
• Approved Costa's Fine Jewelry & Coins secondhand dealer renewal (4‑0)
• Approved Watchcircle, LLC secondhand dealer renewal (4‑0)

Board of Public Works

The Board of Public Works will approve the July 17, 2025 meeting minutes and recent payments. It will consider the bids received on August 1 for replacing the HVAC system in the municipal garage. The board will also discuss a recommendation to the City Council on purchasing sewer castings for various projects.

• Approve Minutes of July 17, 2025 (ID#25-01677)
• Approve Payments (ID#25-01676)
• Review bids for 2025 Municipal Garage HVAC Replacement (ID#25-01813)
• Discuss recommendation to Council on purchase of sewer castings for manholes and inlets (ID#25-01814)

The Board of Public Works approved the July 17, 2025 meeting minutes and the pending payments. It recommended awarding the municipal garage HVAC replacement contract to Sure‑Fire, Inc. for $350,000 and approved the Ferguson Waterworks quote for sewer castings, both to be sent to Council for consent. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Approved minutes of July 17, 2025 (4‑0)
• Approved pending payments (4‑0)
• Recommended award of $350,000 HVAC contract to Sure‑Fire, Inc. (4‑0)
• Recommended purchase of sewer castings from Ferguson Waterworks (4‑0)
• Meeting adjourned unanimously

Landmarks Commission

The Landmarks Commission will consider several requests for Certificates of Appropriateness and paint and repair grants for properties in historic districts. The body will also hold an election for a new Chair and Vice Chair.

• Election of a new Chair and Vice Chair
• Grant request for roof repair at 305 McCall St.
• Certificate of Appropriateness for soffit and window repair at 325 E. Newhall Ave.
• Certificate of Appropriateness and grant request for roof replacement and solar panels at 211 W. Laflin Ave.
• Certificate of Appropriateness and grant request for garage roof replacement and solar panels at 215 W. Laflin Ave.

City Council

The Waukesha City Council will review and act on several consent‑agenda items, including Mass Transit and Paratransit operating aid agreements with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation. It will also consider a recreation services contract for the 2025‑26 “Foxtale” 4K program, a city‑wide bike‑pedestrian wayfinding signage contract, and a $92,450 bid for resilient surface installation at Minaka Park. Additional agenda items include public comments, reports from various boards, and a closed‑session segment.

• Review and act on Mass Transit Operating Aid Agreement with WisDOT (ID#25-01213)
• Review and act on Paratransit Operating Aid Agreement with WisDOT (ID#25-01214)
• Review and possible action on Recreation Services Contract for the “Foxtale” 4K program with the School District of Waukesha (ID#25-01710)
• Review and possible action on Bike‑Pedestrian Wayfinding/Signage Plan contract with Damon Farber Landscape Architects (ID#25-01707)
• Approve low bid of $92,450.00 for Minaka Park Resilient Surface Installation (ID#25-01672)

The council approved the draft minutes from the July 15 meeting and the consent agenda unanimously. It also approved a resolution to proceed with eminent domain for the Arrowhead Trail water utility easement. Additionally, the council approved a $92,450 low‑bid contract for the Minaka Park resilient surface installation.

• Approved draft minutes from July 15, 2025 (11‑0)
• Passed consent agenda unanimously (all items approved)
• Approved the water utility easement eminent domain resolution for Arrowhead Trail (11‑0)
• Approved low bid of $92,450 from Bluemel's for Minaka Park resilient surface installation (11‑0)

Building and Grounds

The committee will discuss and potentially take action on several traffic safety improvements and signage updates. The meeting also includes a review of parking restrictions near UW Waukesha and a report on the current budget.

• Pedestrian safety improvements at Hartwell Avenue and Linden Street
• Converting Hine Avenue and Dopp Street to a 4-way stop
• Removing parking restrictions on Sunkist Ave., West End Rd., Cherrywood Dr., Royal Ct., Emerald Ct., and Cherrywood Ct.
• Adding a crosswalk and pedestrian crossing signs on Manhattan Drive at Niagara Street
• Intersection safety study at Arcadian Avenue and Oakland Avenue

The August 4, 2025 Building and Grounds meeting was canceled at 5:50 p.m. because a quorum was not present. No agenda items were voted on or acted upon. The next meeting is scheduled for Monday, October 6, 2025 at 5:30 p.m.

Board of Review

The Waukesha Board of Review will consider objections to property assessments from eight property owners during its July 29 meeting. The board will also approve minutes from its July 11 and July 22 meetings. Hearings are scheduled from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM and include properties on East Moreland Road, MacArthur, Wisconsin Avenue, and other locations.

• Realty Income objection at 2141 E. Moreland scheduled for 9:00 AM
• LRG LLC objection at 1901 E. Moreland scheduled for 9:30 AM
• Wilde Family objection at 1603 E. Moreland scheduled for 10:00 AM
• Wilde Family objection at 1710 S T H 164 scheduled for 10:30 AM
• Lithia Motors objection at 1560 E. Moreland scheduled for 11:30 AM

Ordinance & License Committee

The Ordinance & License Committee will review and act on license applications and discuss a proposal to change the city attorney from an elected to an appointed position. The committee will also approve minutes from the July 14 meeting and hear public comment. The recommendation on the city attorney change will go to the Common Council.

• Review of invited and other license applications
• Proposal to make City Attorney an appointed rather than elected position (ID#25-01808)

The committee approved the Secondhand Dealer Application for Metropolitan Antiques & Gifts and a Class B beer and liquor license for Peter's Pub LLC, with a unanimous 4‑0 vote. It also approved Mia's Sidewalk Café’s license, conditional on the applicant adding the city as an additional insurer on its liability policy, also by a 4‑0 vote. The applications for invited bartenders Carter Bell and Gregory Kasprzak were not decided; Bell’s application was held for the August 11 meeting and Kasprzak’s was noted as absent and will be re‑invited for the same date. The minutes from the July 14, 2025 meeting were adopted by unanimous consent.

• Approved Secondhand Dealer Application for Metropolitan Antiques & Gifts and Class B license for Peter's Pub LLC (4-0)
• Approved Mia's Sidewalk Café license pending insurance update (4-0)
• Adopted July 14, 2025 minutes by unanimous consent
• Held invited bartender Carter Bell application for next meeting on 8/11/2025
• Noted Gregory Kasprzak bartender application absent; scheduled second invite for 8/11/2025

Plan Commission

The Waukesha Plan Commission will hold a public hearing and vote on a Conditional Use Permit for Maxx Auto Care Plus to operate a gas station, convenience store and auto repair shop at 461 W. Sunset Drive in the B-3 General Business District. The commission will also consider several land‑use amendments and rezoning requests, including proposals from Bridge Church and La Casa de Esperanza, as well as final site‑plan reviews for industrial and commercial expansions. Additional items include minor site‑plan approvals and consultation requests for future development projects.

• Conditional Use Permit – Maxx Auto Care Plus, 461 W. Sunset Dr (gas station, convenience store, auto repair) – B-3 district
• Land Use Plan Amendment – Bridge Church, 1300 & 1240 S. Grand Ave (Commercial to Civic & Institutional)
• Rezoning – Bridge Church, 1300 & 1240 S. Grand Ave (B-4 Office/Professional to I-1 Institutional)
• Final Site Plan & Architectural Review – Weldall Mfg. expansion, 2001 S. Prairie Ave (52,300 sq ft addition) – M-2 Industrial District
• Rezoning – La Casa de Esperanza, 735 Pleasant St. (5.1402 acres to I-1 Institutional District)

The Waukesha Plan Commission unanimously approved the meeting minutes and a series of consent‑agenda items. It also approved a conditional use permit for Maxx Auto Care Plus, land‑use plan amendments and rezoning for Bridge Church properties, and several final site plans and rezoning requests for various developers. All votes were 6‑0 with one member absent.

• Approved meeting minutes (6-0)
• Approved conditional use permit for 461 W. Sunset Dr. – Maxx Auto Care Plus (6-0)
• Approved land‑use plan amendment for 1300 and 1240 S. Grand Ave – Bridge Church (6-0)
• Approved rezoning for 1300 and 1240 S. Grand Ave – Bridge Church (6-0)
• Approved final site plan for 2001 S. Prairie Ave – Weldall Mfg. expansion (6-0)
• Approved rezoning for 735 Pleasant St. – La Casa de Esperanza (6-0)
• Approved land‑use amendment for 3011 Saylesville Rd. – Momentum Early Learning (6-0)
• Approved rezoning for 3011 Saylesville Rd. – Momentum Early Learning (6-0)

Board of Review

The Waukesha Board of Review will meet to hear objections to property assessments. The meeting is scheduled to begin at 9:00 AM on July 22, 2025, at City Hall.

• Roll Call and approval of minutes
• Hear objections for Short Term LLC at 400 S. West Ave
• Hear objections for AmVet Properties at 822 W. St. Paul Ave
• Hear objections for Crossroad Investments at 2314 and 2312 N Grandview Blvd
• Hear objections for multiple properties on Shepherd Ct and E. Main St

The Board of Review upheld the assessor’s valuation for ten properties and withdrew one objection. It set a new assessment of $972,000 for 1917 Madera St after finding the owner’s evidence sufficient. All votes were unanimous (4‑0) with one member absent. No motion was recorded for several later objections.

• Sustained assessor’s valuation for Short Term LLC (400 S. West Ave) (4‑0)
• AmVet Properties objection withdrawn (no vote)
• Sustained assessor’s valuation for 2314 N Grandview Blvd (4‑0)
• Sustained assessor’s valuation for 2312 N Grandview Blvd (4‑0)
• Set new assessment of $972,000 for 1917 Madera St (Land $134,900, Improvements $837,100) (4‑0)
• Sustained assessor’s valuation for 501 Randall St (4‑0)
• Sustained assessor’s valuation for Shepherd Ct properties (1800 Shepherd Ct) (4‑0)
• Sustained assessor’s valuation for Hillpark LLC properties (multiple Shepherd Ct addresses) (4‑0)

Parks, Recreation and Forestry Board

The Parks, Recreation and Forestry Board will discuss and take possible action on several items, including a proposed contract with Damon Farber Landscape Architects for a city-wide bicycle-pedestrian wayfinding/signage plan. Also up for decision are a recreation services contract for the 2025-26 'Foxtale' 4K program with the School District of Waukesha, proposed fall 2025 recreation program fees, revisions to athletic facilities policies, and a stump grinder purchase. Public comment is limited to city residents and taxpayers.

• Proposed contract with Damon Farber Landscape Architects for city-wide bicycle-pedestrian wayfinding/signage plan
• Proposed 2025-26 Foxtale 4K program contract with School District of Waukesha
• Proposed 2025 fall season recreation program fees/charges schedule
• Proposed revisions to Athletic Facilities Policies & Procedures Handbook
• Proposed equipment purchase of one stump grinder from approved 2025 fleet CIP budget

The Parks, Recreation and Forestry Board approved five items, each with a unanimous 7‑0 vote. The items include a 2025‑26 Foxtale 4K program contract with the School District of Waukesha, a city‑wide bicycle‑pedestrian wayfinding signage contract, the Fall 2025 recreation program fee schedule, revisions to the Athletic Facilities Policies & Procedures handbook, and the purchase of a stump grinder for the fleet. All motions were seconded and carried without opposition.

• Approved Foxtale 4K recreation services contract (7‑0)
• Approved city‑wide bike‑ped wayfinding signage contract (7‑0)
• Approved Fall 2025 recreation program fees schedule (7‑0)
• Approved revisions to Athletic Facilities Policies & Procedures handbook (7‑0)
• Approved purchase of one stump grinder for fleet CIP budget (7‑0)

Redevelopment Authority

The Redevelopment Authority will receive an update on its loan programs and discuss guidelines for creating a policy to purchase property for development or redevelopment. No votes on specific projects or contracts are scheduled. The meeting also includes approval of previous minutes and public comment.

• Update on Redevelopment Authority Loan Programs
• Discussion of guidelines for a property purchase policy for development/redevelopment
• Approval of minutes from April 28, 2025

The Authority approved the minutes from the April 28, 2025 meeting. The motion was made by Gerald Couri, seconded by Alderman Rick R. Lemke, and all five members present voted aye. No other agenda items resulted in a formal decision.

• Approved April 28, 2025 minutes (5-0)

Board of Public Works

The Waukesha Board of Public Works will review three contract change orders for traffic signal and pump station projects and approve payments for the current period. The agenda also includes bids for a bus wash replacement and municipal garage HVAC work.

• Review Contract Change Order No. 1 with LaLonde Contractors for E. Broadway and N. Hartwell Avenue Traffic Signal Improvements
• Review Contract Change Order No. 2 with Sabel Mechanical LLC for River's Crossing and Golf Road Pump Station Improvements
• Review Contract Change Order No. 1 with Advance Construction, Inc., for Ruben Drive Force Main Upgrades
• Bids to close August 1, 2025, for Badger Drive Bus Wash Replacement and Municipal Garage HVAC Replacement
• Approval of Payments for July 17, 2025

The board approved the June 19, 2025 meeting minutes and rejected bids for the Les Paul Performance Center rebid and South Street Parking Ramp repairs. It recommended awarding the low bid for Minaka Park resurfacing and endorsed three contract change orders for traffic signals, a force main upgrade, and pump station improvements. The board also approved pending payments.

• Approved minutes of June 19, 2025 (4-0)
• Rejected bids for Les Paul Performance Center Improvements – Rebid (4-0)
• Recommended award of $92,450 low bid from Bluemel's for Minaka Park Resilient Surface Installation (4-0)
• Rejected bids for South Street Parking Ramp Structural Repairs (4-0)
• Recommended Contract Change Order No.1 with LaLonde Contractors for E. Broadway and N. Hartwell Ave traffic signal improvements (4-0)
• Recommended Contract Change Order No.1 with Advance Construction, Inc. for Ruben Drive Force Main Upgrades (4-0)
• Recommended Contract Change Order No.2 with Sabel Mechanical LLC for River's Crossing and Golf Road Pump Station Improvements (4-0)
• Approved pending payments (ID#25-01671) (4-0)

Waukesha Water Commission

The Waukesha Water Commission will meet to discuss the filling of the vacant Water Utility Manager position. The body is deciding on a relocation order for eminent domain proceedings and a professional services agreement.

• Resolution for Water Utility Easement Eminent Domain Proceedings for the Arrowhead Trail project
• Professional Services Agreement with SmithGroup for Diversion Implementation and Reporting Assistance
• Approval of June Voucher List payments from the General Fund and Improvement Fund
• Closed session regarding employment and compensation for the vacant Water Utility Manager position

The Water Commission approved the June voucher payments from the General and Improvement Funds. It adopted a resolution to proceed with an eminent‑domain relocation order for the Arrowhead Trail water‑utility easement and recommended it to the Common Council. The commission also approved a professional services agreement with SmithGroup for diversion implementation and reporting. All actions were approved unanimously.

• Approved June voucher payments from General and Improvement Funds (5-0)
• Approved resolution adopting relocation order for Arrowhead Trail easement eminent‑domain (5-0)
• Approved professional services agreement with SmithGroup for diversion implementation (5-0)
• Approved convening closed session to consider Water Utility Manager hiring data (5-0)
• Approved reconvening in open session after closed session (5-0)

Transit Commission Meeting

The Transit Commission will review and act on operating aid agreements with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation for 2025. The body will also consider proposed changes to bus stops.

• Mass Transit Operating Aid Agreement with WisDOT for 2025 (ID#25-01213)
• Paratransit Operating Aid Agreement with WisDOT for 2025 (ID#25-01214)
• Proposed bus stop changes (ID#25-01675)

The commission approved the June 19, 2025 meeting minutes. It recommended the 2025 Mass Transit Operating Aid Agreement with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation for Council consent. It also recommended the 2025 Paratransit Operating Aid Agreement with WisDOT and the proposed bus stop changes, each for Council consent. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved June 19, 2025 minutes (4-0)
• Recommended Mass Transit Operating Aid Agreement with WisDOT for 2025 (4-0)
• Recommended Paratransit Operating Aid Agreement with WisDOT for 2025 (4-0)
• Recommended proposed bus stop changes (4-0)
• Adjourned meeting unanimously (4-0)

City Council

The City Council will vote on consent agenda items including safety improvements at the Sunset Dr and Guthrie Dr intersection, installation of a 'Caution Autistic Child Area' sign at 1531 Magnolia Dr, parking changes on S. Prairie Ave, and a bus-only turn sign at Summit and Grandview. Additionally, the council will consider revisions to the rooming house licensing code (Section 17.10) from the Plan Commission. Reports from various boards and commissions will also be presented.

• Safety improvements at Sunset Dr and Guthrie Dr intersection
• "Caution Autistic Child Area" sign at 1531 Magnolia Dr
• Revising 2-hour parking along S. Prairie Ave from College Ave to Sunset Dr
• "Right Lane Must Turn Right Except For Metro Transit Buses" sign on westbound Summit Ave at Grandview Ave
• Revisions to rooming house licensing (Section 17.10)

The City Council approved the minutes from the July 1, 2025 meeting. It also approved safety improvements at the Sunset and Guthrie intersection, including the installation of flags. The council adopted revisions to ordinance 17.10 governing rooming‑house licensing. Additionally, the council approved an operator’s license for Stephanie Miller and approved several other establishment applications.

• Approved July 1, 2025 meeting minutes (13 ayes, 2 absent)
• Approved safety improvements at Sunset Dr. and Guthrie Dr., including flag installation (13 ayes, 2 absent)
• Approved revisions to ordinance 17.10, rooming house licensing (13 ayes, 2 absent)
• Approved operators license for Stephanie Miller (13 ayes, 2 absent)
• Approved applications of various establishments (13 ayes, 2 absent)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing and decide on an appeal from Brian Morrison for a dimensional variance to allow a rear yard setback of 16 feet (required 45 feet) for a house addition at 2910 Skyline Court. The meeting also includes routine items: call to order, roll call, public comment, and approval of prior minutes.

• Appeal of Brian Morrison for a dimensional variance from Section 22.25(7)(c) of the zoning code
• Proposed addition at 2910 Skyline Court with a 16-foot rear setback instead of the required 45 feet
• Public hearing and decision on the variance request
• Approval of minutes from April 14, 2025

The Board unanimously approved the April 14, 2025 meeting minutes (ID#25-00999). It also approved Brian Morrison’s appeal for a dimensional variance (ID#25-01000) allowing a rear yard setback of 16 feet for an addition at 2910 Skyline Court, despite the code requirement of 45 feet. Both motions passed with a 5‑0 vote.

• Approved April 14, 2025 minutes (ID#25-00999) – vote 5-0
• Approved dimensional variance for 2910 Skyline Court (ID#25-01000) – vote 5-0

Ordinance & License Committee

The Ordinance & License Committee will consider several pending license applications. Items include the invited applications (ID#25-01550) and other applications (ID#25-01551). The committee may approve, deny, or request changes to these applications.

• Review invited license applications – ID#25-01550
• Review other license applications – ID#25-01551

The committee approved the June 23, 2025 meeting minutes. It approved a bartender license for Stephanie Miller. It also approved several other licenses, including a sidewalk café for Crush Wine Bar and various temporary Class B and Class A retail and beverage licenses. All three present members voted aye, while two members were absent.

• Approved June 23, 2025 minutes (3 ayes, 2 absent)
• Approved bartender license for Stephanie Miller (3 ayes, 2 absent)
• Approved Crush Wine Bar – Sidewalk Café license (3 ayes, 2 absent)
• Approved Latin American Fiesta – Temporary Class B retailer license (3 ayes, 2 absent)
• Approved Luau with Friends – Temporary Class B retailer license (3 ayes, 2 absent)
• Approved Main Street Shell – Class A Beer and Cider license (3 ayes, 2 absent)
• Approved Slice of Waukesha – Class B Beer and Liquor Combo license (3 ayes, 2 absent)
• Approved Amusement, Juke Box and Trio Pawn Shop – Pawnbroker license (3 ayes, 2 absent)

Board of Review

The Waukesha Board of Review will evaluate waivers of the required 48‑hour notice and waivers allowing owners to bypass the board hearing and appeal directly to the circuit court. It will also consider requests for telephone testimony or written statements. The board will hear objections on several development projects and property tax appeals scheduled throughout the day.

• Waiver of 48‑hour notice for Abplanalp Objection (ID#25-01576)
• Telephone testimony request from Highlands South Ltd (ID#25-01560)
• Telephone testimony request from Locklard Waukesha Holdings (ID#25-01568)
• Waiver of board hearing for Sunset Apartments – 1512 Big Bend Rd (ID#25-01596)
• Objection hearing for Higbee Development LLC – 1230 The Strand at 9:00 am (ID#25-01437)

The Board approved the draft minutes from June 17 and June 24 unanimously. It denied the Abplanalp objection and approved telephone testimony requests for Highlands South and Locklard, each with a 4‑0 vote. The Board approved waivers for several apartment properties, including Sunset, Stone Creek, Riverwalk, 177 Kensington, and LCM Funds, all by a 4‑0 vote. It changed the assessed value of Waukesha Hospitality at 2810 Golf Rd to $11,826,800 total and of Highlands South at 1505 Big Bend Rd to $4,800,000 total, both by a 4‑0 vote.

• Approved June 17 draft minutes (4-0)
• Approved June 24 draft minutes (4-0)
• Denied Abplanalp objection (4-0)
• Approved telephone testimony request for Highlands South (4-0)
• Approved telephone testimony request for Locklard (4-0)
• Approved waiver for Sunset Apartments (4-0)
• Approved waiver for Stone Creek Apartments (4-0)
• Approved new assessment for Waukesha Hospitality: $11,826,800 total (3-0)